File #5219: "1960-1961 Catalog, Educational Philosophy, Objectives."

1960-1961 Catalog, Educational Philosophy, Objectives.

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

Pg. 10-11. Left page: Right page: PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION AT VINCENNES UNIVERSITY, cont.: Describes intent to provide community in which serious pursuit of knowledge and disciplined academic study are required, awareness of the cultural heritage of Western Civilization, the student's morally responsible place in it, development of skills to judge the social processes, awareness of issues confronting the human family; describes engagement with community, earnest seeking to meet the needs of 14 counties, adult education, cultural opportunities and intellectual opportunities. STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES: Lists aims and long-range objectives of curricula, high school to college life, economic savings, social competence and contribution to society; vocational orientation, development of talents and abilities. Right 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 new, modern Library building supervised by two professional librarians, with assistance; collection of over 10,000 books (with space for 60,000), bound magazines, over 130 current professional and general magazines, accessibility to all students, reading room seating 250 students, steady growth, access to the Public Library of Vincennes.

Vincennes University, Byron R. Lewis Historical Library

1960-1961

Vincennes University, Byron R. Lewis Historical Library

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