Calista Anna Rault Schneidau (b. 1924) graduated from Newcomb in 1944. While at Newcomb she was involved in the Newcomb Assets, Alpha Omicron Pi, Alph Show moreCalista Anna Rault Schneidau (b. 1924) graduated from Newcomb in 1944. While at Newcomb she was involved in the Newcomb Assets, Alpha Omicron Pi, Alpha Sigma Sigma, Theta Nu, the Greenbackers, Newcomb Student Government, the Glee Club, the Newcomb Athletic Council, the Pan-Hellenic Council, the Student Council, Jennie Nixon Debating, and the Lagniappes. Calista was the first Newcomb woman to be editor-in-chief of the Tulane Hullabaloo. After Newcomb, Calista worked as a correspondant and assistant editor for the Houston Chronicle and later trained as a psychotherapist and worked at the Texas Medical Center. She has been involved with the Catholic Chaplain Corps, Houston Jr. Forum, St. Anne's Guild, and the Newcomb Alumnae Association. In 1955 at the Republican National Convention, Calista had the honor of seconding the nomination of Dwight D. Eisenhower. In this interview with Sandy Schneidau Penoucos (Calista's daughter), Calista discusses her memories of Newcomb, her first job, and her life after Newcomb. Class of 1944 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less
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
Jean Lynn Hirsch Frank, a New Orleanian, graduated from Newcomb College in 1944. While at Newcomb Jean was involved in the Newcomb Student Government Show moreJean Lynn Hirsch Frank, a New Orleanian, graduated from Newcomb College in 1944. While at Newcomb Jean was involved in the Newcomb Student Government Association, Newcomb Athletic Council, Alpha Epsilon Phi, Glee Club, and Tennis. In this interview with Marie Ward, Jean discusses her experiences at Newcomb including chosing a major and getting married during her junior year. Class of 1944 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less
Anne Thida Moore Dlugos (b. 1925) graduated from Newcomb College in 1944 with a major in history. While at Newcomb, Anne was involved in Chi Omega, Gl Show moreAnne Thida Moore Dlugos (b. 1925) graduated from Newcomb College in 1944 with a major in history. While at Newcomb, Anne was involved in Chi Omega, Glee Club, and Hullabaloo. After her time at Newcomb, Anne became active in the New Orleans community. In 1959 Anne was involved in Save Our Schools (SOS), an oranization formed by a group of elite white women affiliated with the Urban League of Greater New Orleans, the League of Women Voters, the YWCA and the National Council of Jewish Women. The SOS was an important and influential civil rights organization in New Orleans and challenged the city's segregationalist power structure. Anne Dlugos was on of several women who organized car pools to escort mothers and children to and from schools after integration. They also testified before the state legislature on the importance of school integration, held public meetings, and lobbied local businesses for support. In this interview with Jennifer Daniel, Anne discusses her time at Newcomb, her reasons for attending Newcomb, and her life after Newcomb. Class of 1944 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less
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