Mrs. Gardner Talked About FLES at SNEA Meeting - Thursday, January 28, 1965

We had an SNEA meeting tonight. We had a nice turnout. Mrs. Gardner, who taught German here two years ago, was in this area so came to talk on FLES (Foreign Language in the Elementary Schools). I went to the library from 8:30 to 10:00 to read a chapter for The Family. I think the weather is affecting people's moods - I know it is mine. Maybe that's what was wrong with Holly and me today - rather a discouraging session. The Stylus is really different this year - it's a good paper - Terry Scullin is editor.

Stravinsky by St. Joseph Performers in Alumni - Wednesday, January 27, 1965

I went to the concert of music by Stravinsky in Alumni tonight. Most of the performers were from the St. Joseph Symphony Orchestra. There were three numbers, one an instrumental octet, a vocal solo with piano accompaniment, and an instrumental number with narration. We had an LLC meeting tonight. The sweatshirts that the club ordered were distributed. If I'm not careful, I'll be getting back to last year's way of doing other things every night rather than studying. Jim gave Evelyn her birthday present early - a wood shelf and mirror in modern design.

Have Rewritten First Philosophy Paper for Dr. Pai - Tuesday, January 26, 1965

I've just spent all evening rewriting my first philosophy paper. If this doesn't please Dr. Pai, then I give up. It's been a long time since I've had to rewrite a paper. Actually, I think a lot of people have voiced concern over the course and still come out okay grade wise, so I'm not too worried. I've got to start thinking about upcoming tests in some of my other courses. I called Miss Dyer this evening about tutoring Jeri. She was so hard to "get anything out of," so to speak, but she doesn't object.

Four are Concerned About "Railroad" Situation - Monday, January 25, 1965

Out of the storm a calm. [Four Stephens girls] called me into [the room of two of them] to talk over the "railroad" situation - they really are concerned about the "bad name" it has caused for Stephens. I think they should be "blameless" in an unfortunate situation. One of my third graders, Jeri Pitcher, is having trouble with arithmetic, and her mother would like me to tutor her. She had high praise about how much Jerri thinks of me. Also Mr. Fike was very nice - he had a final today, but then he is going to look up some tests for us. Scorpio even guided male attention toward me when Rog asked me if I'd like to study soc psych with him and Marty Wednesday night, and Bill Lafferty called me to ask about The Family assignment.

Students were Playing "Chicken" with a Train - Sunday, January 24, 1965

I'm trying to write another philosophy paper. The more I think about it, the worse it gets. (Maybe I should stop thinking - I've never made writing a paper a horrible experience for myself before - why should I start now?) If I can just get it finished, I think I'll "escape" by going to bed. There's trouble on campus and in Stephens regrettably - some kids were involved yesterday in drinking and playing "chicken" with a train. It stopped and train men got in touch with college officials - but now I understand the girls weren't directly involved. Then in the morning I have to call Mr. Fike, whom Evelyn said can be a "bear"!

Jim Made Two Free Shots for Season's Second Win - Saturday, January 23, 1965

Park beat Graceland tonight, 83-81. It was tied with three seconds left when Jim Peeke was fouled, and he made both free shots. It's only our second win of the season. I spent the afternoon at the library reading philosophy readings. I had planned to read social psychology, but I didn't get to it. It was such a cold, gray, indifferent day - it made one feel kind of useless. I brought back some records from the library. We're enjoying those now on a January winter evening in the dorm room.

Mr. Fike Was Not Available for a Phone Conversation - Friday, January 22, 1965

Flo, Terry Osuga and I went to the movie, Who's Minding the Store?, a Jerry Lewis comedy. It was really silly. I have been quite pleased with the results I've had with Holly this week. It seems to be working out pretty well for her to come on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Dr. Pai wants me to call Mr. Fike regarding the remedial reading program. I wasn't able to reach him today. I hope it doesn't get too tricky - I've got to be interviewed by him, and I don't want him to think I'm trying to get "pushy" about it. This was a rainy but spring like day.