YEAR-END HIGHLIGHTS

The College year, 1923-24, is almost finished, and in a few weeks the present Students' Council relinquishes its duties to its successor.  Although it has not had as good a record as it wished, and although it has fallen somewhat short of its ideals, it nevertheless has worked arduously and attempted to set certain precedents.  It has been handicapped in many ways; by lack of sufficient funds, by occasional lack of support by a few of the students and by sometimes unjust criticism.  It has also been considerably aided in other ways;  by the earnest support of the majority of the student body, by the energetic work of the various committees and executives, by helpful hints from members of the Faculty.

It takes pride in pointing out certain new precedents.  In an institution as young as this traditions are being made to be handed down to the coming years.  A number of new things have been introduced to the College.  An "Annual" has been published for the first time.  The Players' Club, under the presidency of Mr. Vincent, has severed its connection with the Literary Society and has become an independent body.  The social functions of the season have been a financial success, and the reputation of the College students as hosts been established, thanks to the Social Committe.  The elections have been already held instead of in the new term as hertofore.

... (Signed) FRANKLIN O.P. LEVIRS, President of the Alma Mater Society

With the closing days of another busy year in the history of the College upon us, the Annual makes its appearance in the dual role of a review of the activities and talents of the student body and a souvenir in the years to come for the Sophomores.

...Successful development has been the keynote of all College activities during the past year.  In athletics, especially Rugby, all teams have had an outstanding year.  We are proud of the Players' Club for its successful production of the "Sport of Kings"; and to all other societies, old and new alike, we offer congratulations and best wishes for the future.

We deeply regret at this time the illness of Madame Sanderson-Mongin, which has caused the cessation, for a short time, of her valued work among us...we wish to express our deep appreciation of the splendid work of Miss Janet MacDonald of Vancouver, graduate in Honors French at U.B.C. and a post-graduate student of the Sorbonne, who took over Madame's work during the month of March...

Frosh day opened the year spectacularly.  The first year students, dolled up in festive regalia-girls in sacks and boys in sarongs-carrying soup bones, could hardly be recognized by their best friends.

Throughout the term, the innovation of radio station CJVC was an event to be remembered.  The broadcasts in the caf' livened and brightened college life.

The booster club, again ready to give "push" to lagging college activites, brought new life to the Tower when members canvassed for advertisements.

Perhaps the greatest highlight of the year was the M.U.G.S. sponsored Campus Queen Contest.  Well publicized, a record entry of twelve candidates vied for top honors.  Winner was petite Rita Leong, Miss Victoria College.