File #5189: "1959-1960 Catalog, Objectives, Library, Organizations."

1959-1960 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; educational, cultural and intellectual resources for the community, to be worthy of the V.U. motto and traditions, and encourage an increasing percentage of high school graduates to continue their education. 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 two professional librarians with assistance, collection of over 10,000 books, bound magazines, over 130 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, planned to have 11,000 sq. ft. of floor space, room for 25,000 volumes. Right page: GENERAL COLLEGE ACTIVITIES: Describes the university as one large 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; 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

1959-1960

Vincennes University, Byron R. Lewis Historical Library

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