In this interview conducted by Susan Tucker, Elleonora "Nonie" Moss Perrilliat McWilliams (1923-2006) recounts her memories as a student at Newcomb Co Show moreIn this interview conducted by Susan Tucker, Elleonora "Nonie" Moss Perrilliat McWilliams (1923-2006) recounts her memories as a student at Newcomb College. McWilliams discusses her memories of the athletics department, and mentions Florence Smith, Frances Bush (who formed the first Newcomb dance club), Clara Baer, and basketball at Newcomb. While attending the Newcomb School of Music, McWilliams served as student body president and as a member of the Kappa Alpha Theta, she was also a recipient of the 1909 award. After graduating in 1944, she helped found the New Orleans Geological Auxiliary and the Tchefuncta Club Estates. As an active New Orleans community member, McWilliams was involved with the Methodist church, playing piano, teaching Sunday school, and serving as a Chairperson of the WSCS. She also remained active in the Tulane community by serving as a member of the Newcomb Dance Club and on the Newcomb Dean's Advisory Council. This interview was most likely recorded upon the opening of the Elleonora McWilliams building at Newcomb. The building was funded in her honor by her husband and built to house the Newcomb Dance program. It should be noted that a third, unidentified person can be heard throughout the interview. Class of 1944 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less
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2018-12-03T19:23:53.301Z
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