i z, 1aZflx THE MICHIGAN DAILY Orientation Sixty-Five Years Ago .. . Petitiohing Begins Today. New Program Includes 100 Women for Fall, ,Summer Period Plan Freshmen, sophomore and jun- ior coeds who wish to serve as fall orientation leaders may get petitions tomorrow through Mon- day in the League undergraduate office. One hundred women from all schools and colleges in the Univer- sity will be selected for the Fri- day, Sept. 13 to Wednesday, Sept. 18 orientation period. As in prev- ious years leaders will have to be at the University by Thursday, Sept. 12. Petitioners will be asked for their opinion on what the job entails and their qualifications for it. New Fall Program - Fall orientation will follow a new program set up this year by a four-member Orientation Study Committee. The Committee plans to start a summer orientation session to in- clude some 1200 freshmen who live within a 250-mile radius of Ann Arbor. The program will extend over a six week period and keep each student at the University for two days. He will take tests, pay fees, receive counseling and register. Two men and two women will be interviewed by University offi- cials for the summer leaders at a later date. They will be required to spend six weeks at the Univer- sity and will each be paid $250. The first two days of fall orien- tation will cover all freshmen who didn't come for the summer ses- sion, says Linda Green chairman of Women's Orientation Commit- tee.. Social Orientation The rest of the period will be de- voted to social orientation, she continues. Leaders will introduce newcomers to the University with its different extra curricula activ- ities and will explain the part they, can play in each. Women who have questions about the new program, may con- tact Orientation Committee mem- bers in the League undergraduate office or call Miss Green at 4016 Stockwell Hall. PEARLS TO DIAMONDS: Precious Stones Reveal Significant Meaning Diamonds are sparkling on that significant left finger and future June brides are anxiously await- ing the month of June. The importance of certain pre- cious stones is difficult to over- look, especially the diamond, which is April's birthstone and symbolizes innocence. Attributed to the sun as its gem of light, the diamond inspired even primitive people to a new be- lief in the existence of an un- quenchable flame and of incon- querable virtue. As far back as the history of the diamond can be traced, this symbol of innocence has been. appropriate as a sign of plighted troth. Gem Fortunes Except in India, the home of fabulous gem stone fortunes, the diamond was once reserved for kings and emperors. Many of the world's greatest diamonds, their histories surrounded by legend and intrigue, are now set in crowns and royal services. The Cullinan collection, for in- stance, cut from the largest dia- mond ever found, is now part of the British crown jewels. Other valuable diamonds, such as the Great Mogul and the Mattan, have mysteriously vanished. Diamonds are crystallized car- bon and, chemically, they are the simplest of all gems . . , yet the hardest substance known to lnan. A fine diamond is as clear in color as a drop of the purest water, World Supply Those diamonds which are en- tirely suffused with color, such as deep blue, pink, violet, green and red, are very rare. Africa sup- plies the world with diamonds. Although the diamond is of- fered as a sign of "plighted troth," May's birthstone, the emerald is considered a love stone. The emer- ald has always been closely iden- +f tified with Venus and particularly Though pearls have been found propitious for women, bringing in all colors of the rainbow, the them happiness in love, comfort ones considered most desirable in domestic affairs and safety in childbirth. are those that have a creamy ros- The most important source of eate tint. All colors, however, have emeralds today is South America. been highly prized from the earli- At the time of the Spanish con- est times. The pearl is important quest the Incas were found to thought. It was a favorite symbol have a great wealth of the gems, but the location of the mines was in Oriental legend as a chief sym- kept secret from the conquista- bol of health, energy, beauty and of Diana. the protectress of you girls. The alexandrite, found only Ceylon and the Urals, has the r markable property of living t lives in color. It is a splendid gre by day and by candlelight an am thystine red. The magic change coldr with its depth and streng makes it an exceptionally attra tive ring stone for men. dr. Lost hIca Mine By accident,na mine was dis- covered at Muse in 1558 yielding emeralds of the finest quality of j color and purity and hasbeen the chief source ever since. Another of the Lost Inca's emerald mines was discovered at the turn of the century. Gold and emerald Jewelry hasj been found in the mounds of Tus- cany, Herculaneum and Pompeii, cities which lay in ruins hundreds of years before America was dis- covered. Health and Longevity June is the month of the pearl, the alexandrite and the moon- stone- all signifying health and longevity. The pearl has been described as one of the most exquisite of gems. Long before they realized what it; was, the ancients were enchanted by its delicate beauty and lovely sheen. With more imagination than science, they decided that pearls, were created when dew drops were caught in an oyster shell.l t r s e m DUE TO POPULAR DEMAN The Indian Movie "CHANDRALEKHA bas been extended for a second shot R+ on Tuesday, April 23, at 7,30 P.N HOUSE FULL FOR MONDAY'S SHOW Architecture Auditorium $1.00 per perst Tickets on sale at International Center and at z Re +td&h~hs D " cuing q.; ALPHA PHI ANNIVERSARYTheta chapter of Alpha Phi was established at the University 65 years ago this week. The chapter plans an anniversary luncheon celebration at 12:30 p.m. In the Anderson Rm. of the Union. Mrs. Marion Wiley Keys will be guest speaker. Labor Depart ent SuErveY Reveals mp ta cofCoe ds' 1ofEducaton 71 ot. The question of the importance- of a college education for coeds, which was once regarded as a waste of time, is now taken for granted. I Today we see an increasing number taking the advantages of a college education, according to a report from the Institute of Life Insurance. Back of this increase is the big population change that has oc- curred since the end of World War II. It narrows down to a lot of child en who will soon be compet- ing for an education at various colleges In the next decade or so, it appears that dur youngsters will outpace even the most inten- sive plans for college expansion. College-Bound Coeds With pressure developing be- cause of increased enrollment, college-bound coeds may have to step aside in favor of men, since men are the prospective bread- winners of future families. A col- lege education has become a necessity for them in order to earn an adequate living for their wives and children. This pressure is likely to become more acute due to the rising costs of college. One of the overwhelming finan- cial questions facing parents is the cost of putting their children through college. Many parents, realizing this burden before their youngster first begins donning his freshman beanie, begin planning for college funds. F u n d s accumulated through stocks, bonds, insurance and com- pany savings accounts aid parents in their long-range plans for col- -lege. Some people say that since most girls get married sooner or later and become busy raising families, they fail to see the value of a col- lege degree for them. Survey Report The answer to this argumentt comes from a report compiled by a group of women college gradu- ates. Not long ago the Women's Bureau of the United States labor department asked several thou- sand college women about them- selves. According 'to the survey four- fifths of the women were working at jobs in which they have been trained. Thus the popularity of secretarial training schools has reached new heights. Only a minority, said the survey, was interested in a career. How- ever the career women trend is becoming even more promising as more fields open their doors to the "weaker sex." Temporary Employment Almost half of the women inter- viewed said that they considered paid employment as a temporary activity between school and mar- riage. As far as these women are con- cerned, it seems that a college education, is something to be de- sired because it is valuable in its owia right -not just because it can lead to a job and a business career The women emphasized the use- fulness of their college experience in helping them in their present ,or future roles as housewife or mother. - Community Contributions Within half a year after gradua- tion, these women were already making worthwhile contributions to their community, according to the report.' They found nearly three-quarters of all the women active in an organized group. Stated the report: "In their roles as workers, homemakers and citizens, the recent women gradu- ates were undertaking adult re- sponsibilities. They were turning their special skills, their trained minds, to the service of society, as well as to the fulfillment of their individual aims." NOWANNOMMOMOM An April Shower of COTTONS! I ,lcl'044 Campu4 I Coeds Begin Spring Sports With Ann Arbor weather finally conceding that spring is here, coeds will be participating in the usual warm weather sports. The Women's Physical Educa- tion Department provides many facilitise for those interested in spring sports. Picnic equipment for outdoor cooking is available at the Wom- en's Athletic Building. If students wish to use picnic and softball equipment, they call Barbour Gym and request it before checking it out. For coeds who enjoy tennis, the courts next to the WAB are re- served for women. Tennis rackets will be given women who show; identification cards to the WAB matron. Golf clubs for students currently enrolled in g6lf courses may also be obtained in a similar manner. Coeds who desire to take an early summer "dip'? may use the women's pool from 5:10 to 6:10 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8:15 to 9:15 p.m. Tuesday and Thurs- day and 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Satur- day. Women and their dates may swim at the pool from 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. Saturday and 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Bowling at the 'WAB is open to all coeds Fridays from 3 to 5 p.m. A nominal fee is charged per line and all equipment is furnished. DATE BUREAU - A meeting will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. today in the League undergraduate of- fice for coeds interested in blind dates for Frosh Weekend. ** * . 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