Because of World War II, male students were forced to join the war effort, making the Singing Quakers a nearly an all-women ensemble for a number of years. While Finney remained the Music Department head, voice faculty member, Elsa Haury directed the women’s chorus. Haury kept the ensemble busy, performing for chapel services, radio broadcasts, and community functions. She was known to be inspirational, highlighting the true meaning and intention behind each piece her students performed.