File #5105: "1956-1957 Catalog, Objectives, Library, Organizations."

1956-1957 Catalog, Objectives, Library, Organizations.

Indiana-History; Vincennes (Ind.)-History; College Publications

Pg. 12-13. Left page: STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES, cont.: Lists aims and long-range objectives of mental and physical well being; disciplined study; inspiration from great ideas; enjoyment of life; wise use of leisure time, as well as educational resources, cultural life, and intellectual life of the community. VINCENNES UNIVERSITY ATMOSPHERE: Describes the atmosphere of close relationships, home-like nature, attention to attainments in scholarship as well as social welfare, a wholesome activity program, development of standards of conduct and a high sense of values. LIBRARY: Describes the supervision by a professional librarian and a full-time assistant, collection of over 10,000 books, bound magazines, over 80 current professional and general magazines, accessibility to all students, reading room seating 80 students, access to the Public Library of Vincennes; also mentions plans for a new library in progress. Right page: GENERAL COLLEGE ACTIVITIES: Describes the university as one big happy family, small, with each student taking an active part; mentions the Trailblazer newspaper, the Cock 'n Bull humor magazine, the V.U. Playhouse and dramatic productions, the new Robert E. Green Auditorium; the W.A.O.V. radio station, University Chorus, University Ensemble, Young Republican Club, Young Democrat Club, and activities including a Christmas Dinner-Dance, Mothers Day Tea, Blazer basketball games, mixers, formal dances, Community Series shows, and required convocations featuring nationally-known speakers.

Vincennes University, Byron R. Lewis Historical Library

1956-1957

Vincennes University, Byron R. Lewis Historical Library

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