3 - Shawn Daggett Chapel-You Just Never Knew There was one daily event that absolutely every student attending Harding University participated in. At 9:00 a.m. the entire student body leisurely strolled into the Benson Auditorium for a short devotional and then, "who knows what." One day a week was reserved for announcements. Some of the more important announce· ments made were the overall predominant color for the day, and the coefficient of friction when students slid on icy sidewalks. Individuals who made announcements went to great lengths to captttre the attention of all present. Steve Awtry would always be remembered for his slide show where he ran a short way and slid across the stage. Charles Parker had a special knack for falling down, and Dr. Jimmy Carr refused to share his news until everyone had said, "Goodmorning" in a suitable manner. The other four days a week were basically up for grabs. Edwina Pace, secretary to President Ganus, had the prestigous job of organizing the daily chapel programs. "Different people call in and request dates to speak in chapel," she said. "The Bible Department usually reserves several dates for missionaries to present progams of their work. The other days are either volunteered for by vari· ous individuals or we call some· one and ask them to speak." Certain basic, but interesting programs were presented every year. The football, basketbaiJ, track, cross-country, swimming; and baseball teams were introduced when it was nearing the time for their respective seasons to begin. Queen candidates were escorted on stage in long lovely dresses. This gave everyone the opportunity to see who was who and then vote for the nominee of his choice. The music department entertained many of our 35 minute services. The A Cappella, Chorale, University Singers, Belles and Beaux, and Men and Women Ensembles would sing a rapturous chorus before an attentive listening audience. Faculty members made numerous speeches. Don Diffine was favorite " among chapelgoers, as well as Jim Henderson. He had a special talent for taking something that someone else had done seriously, and poking fun at it. Henderson said, "I like to take something that others say, 'No one would do that,' and take a shot at it. I especially like to have faculty members help so that students get to see them in a different light." Chapel was the time of day when the entire family got together in one room of the house and simply spent a few minutes in praise and thanks to the Lord before going on to finish the busy day. Chapel was for being together-and that is exactly how we were. ~ - Suzanne Johnston
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