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Shirley Birdsall
Danny Brown
Norman Hughes
Mary Lou John
RECOGNITION in the annual publication, Who's
Who in American Universities and Colleges, is one
of the highest honors a college student may attain.
Students are first recommended by the college
attended and then accepted by the organization.
The faculty made the selections from a group of
students proposed by the Student Association and
on the basis of qualities of scholarship, leadership,
and cooperation in educational and extra-curricular
activities, and the promise of future usefulness
to business and society.
This year there were ten students - nine
seniors and one junior-represented from Harding.
SHIRLEY BIRDSALL editor of the '54 Petit
Jean, was remembered by many girls of the '55
C1a~s as a very helpful "Big Sister."
DANNY BROWN took time out from heading
a family to set high scholastic standards throughout
his college career.
NORMAN HUGHES proved he had knowledge
and ability above and beyond that usually
required of General Science majors.
MARY LOU JOHNSON contributed a great
deal to the pleasure of all through her spon taneous
friendliness and talents.
CECIL MAY, JR wrote an inspiring column
for the Bison, worked hard in the dramatic department,
and kept a high scholarship rating.
OWEN OLBRICHT made contributions to
many campus activities ranging from chorus to
basketball to Senior Class President.
CHARLES PITTMAN, in his calm manner,
showed that quiet effeciency and dependability are
qualities that make for success.
PAT ROWE managed to maintain a high
grade average while starring in several major
dramatic productions.
JANE SUTHERLIN, usually found between
the Maypole and the Petit Jean office, made contributions
to many campus activities.
MARY ANN WHITAKER gave proof that
brains and initiative are an unbeatable combination
in getting many jobs done.
These Students We
Jane Sutherlin
Mary Ann Whitaker
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