The Faculty Reception WEBER'S 1925-26 social season was formally ushered in by the Faculty Reception, held September 25, in the Gymnasium Ballroom. Students, parents, alumni members, and friends, all guests of the President and Faculty, met in true Weber spirit, and made this third Faculty Reception an outstanding event in the record of social activities. The host of alumni members in attendance, set a mark of approval on the progress Weber has made socially, and inspired the students to strive for still finer social successes. The presence of townspeople at the reception proved that Weber is being increasingly recognized as a real factor in the community, a Junior College of the finest type. The Sophomore Reception ON October 12, the Sophomore class set a precedent in the giving of an informal "reception and get-acquainted" dance for the Freshmen, in order that they might be initiated into the Weber spirit of friendliness and comradeship. A spirit of fraternalism prevailed throughout the afternoon. Acorn and Herald Staff Parties MEMBERS of the Acorn Staff held a delightful party February 14th, at the home of Miss Ruth Merrill, at which time the St. Valentine motif was interpreted in decoration, dance, and game. Perhaps one of the most prominent games of the evening was a peanut hunt when members of the staff found that peanuts grew on roses, lampshades, and even on the furnace. Refreshments consisted of Valentine ice cream and cakes. The Herald Staff has had an unlimited supply of energy all year. Although they have edited the school paper in a very successful and pleasing manner, they still had some surplus "pep". This "surplus' has been expelled chiefly by means of staff parties. Socials have been held at the homes of Alice Tanner, Stella Mouritsen, Maurine Hinckley and Rowland Morrell. Professor Myers, the faculty advisor, also entertained at his home. "Roost" parties were occasionally organized and advantage taken of the fine operas and plays at the Orpheum Theater. Mount Ogden Hike IT WAS a glorious September morning when a group of Weber merry-makers started upon their annual climb of Mt. Ogden. Up and up they climbed, steadily nearing the distant peak, so bleak and barren against the deep blue sky. At noon they reached the top. Enormous appetites constituted their only reserve energy. The flag was raised and a program was given by the students. Elmer Nielson furnished an extemporaneous "Sermon on the Mount." From the high peak an excellent view of the surrounding country could be obtained. The Lucin cut-off stretched like a dark thread across the silvery waters of the Great Salt Lake. Weberites were indeed high up in the clouds! In his attempt to paint the flag pole, Don Stewart succeeded in spilling the white paint inside his overalls. His hiking clothes, boots, and overalls will bear record of this event, as well as his nick-name "Flag Pole Stewart." At seven o'clock came the end of that perfect day when all the hikers arrived home tired, but happy. They all agreed that it was one of the most elevating days during the school year. Missionary and Faculty Party ON the evening of January 21, the Missionary Club, one of the liveliest organizations in the school, entertained the Faculty in the "kitchen." The evening was taken up with games, contests and stunts. The feature of the evening was the dramatization of "Uncle Tom's Cabin" by the Faculty. Eva Browning, who was Little Eva, ascended to heaven on a step ladder. Mr. Taylor was Eliza, and Mr. Meyers, as the bloodhound, pursued her, or him, across the ice. Miss Read and Mrs. Walker drew the curtains, and the rest of the Faculty supported the players by applauding loudly on all occasions, and passing onions among the audience during the sad scenes. This play was considered one of the biggest dramatic scucesses of the year. The missionaries retaliated by giving a performance of a circus sideshow, which was a fitting climax to a highly entertaining evening.