Union Philosophical Society

Three students, Edward E. Knauss, Leon M. Robinson, and Robert H.

Fraternities, the All-College Social Committee, and other clubs prepare for the Annual Doll Dance and Doll Show.  Student Senate alters election procedures.  Elmer C. Herber speaks on "The Heart and Its Functions" to Lambda Sigma Pi, the science fraternity.  Belles Lettres initiates new members in ceremony.  Union Philosophical Society to give a cup to the winner of an All-College Oratorical Contest.  French Club holds its Christmas party at the S.A.E. house.  Eight teams remain in inter-fraternity debate contest.  Col.

John W. Ell discusses the meaning of "Dickinson's Tradition," and its place in Old West.  Football coach Arthur D.

Dr. Everett R. Clinchy gives chapel address linking Nazi rise to power to the vindictive retaliation of America and its European allies towards Germany after World War I.  Hon. Karl E.

The editorial board of the Dickinsonian publishes an open letter to the Board of Deans regarding the findings of a report conducted by the Faculty committee on Extra-Curricular Activities.  The Debating Association of Pennsylvania Colleges selects three topics for the coming debate season, with delegates from Dickinson making key contributions.  Charlis Alvin Jones, graduate of Dickinson Law School and democratic candidate for the office of governor of Pennsylvania, visits Dickinson for the annual Homecoming football game.  The Student Library Committee submitted req

Seven men to receive honorary degrees at commencement. Donald Masten is elected president of Union Philosophical Society. Program for Commencement Weekend (Senior Day, Alumni Day). Five rising freshmen (Kenneth Dietrich, Theodore Sky, John Matta, Joanne Judd, Barbara Boffenmeyer) receive Trustee Scholarship. Men's tennis finishes season 6-2. Men's basketball finishes season 1-18. Baseball finishes season 7-3. Track and field finishes season 4-4. Men's lacrosse finishes its first season 2-4.

Hiram Andrews becomes honorary member of Union Philosophical Society. Young People's Fellowship holds elections; Austin Armitstead is president.

Robert Crist is elected senior class president, James Yingling vice-president, Barbara Macy secretary, and David Berner treasurer. Robert G. Crist is also elected president of Union Philosophical Society. President Edel returns responsibility for drawing up the student budget to the senate's finance committee. Joseph Nagy elected president of Athletic Association. Dickinson defeats Western Maryland in Homecoming game.

Women to be allowed to attend Union Philosophical Society-sponsored event for the first time. Analysis of grades for academic year 1947-48 reveals average grade was 77, down from 78.72 from 1946-47.

Union Philosophical Society debates the need for an honor code at Dickinson. The speakers for Religion-In-Life Week are all set up and so is a tentative schedule. This is an important event to most of the campus. Various musical acts from jazz bands to singers will be coming to campus.

Class elections occur and fewer members of the freshman and sophomore class cast votes than anticipated. The Dickinsonian undergoes printing changes including being printed on new paper that will better highlight photographs. Homecoming weekend is next weekend, events including the alumni dinner, homecoming game and homecoming dance. The Union Philosophical Society will be hosting the Intercollegiate Conference on Government which will being about 200 delegates to Dickinson College to learn how the government operates.

The Union Philosophical Society passes a resolution that allows for the admittance of women for the first time in their 160-year history; they also shift the nature of their discussions from national and international issues to campus-specific topics. The Dickinsonian adds a new column, Brevity, and the position of Sports Editor to their executive board.

Professor of English Charles L. Swift retires. Enrollment rises above 900 for the first time in college history. A massive reappraisal project is undertaken to include all academic departments and extra-curricular activities. Significant changes are made to attendance, grading, and vacation policies. Dr. Amos B. Horlacher becomes the first Dean of Men. A short discussion of student senate election policies appears in a letter to the editor. Course offering are expanded to include Russian, art, architecture and several new professors are hired.

This issue consists of articles regarding Rachel McCool's ('07) success in the JEOPARDY! game show. Discussion of the limited amount of U.S. History classes offered at Dickinson College. The College warns of strict regulation against electronic file sharing amongst students. A security camera is placed on East College to monitor the Benjamin Rush statue and prevent vandalism. Weiss Prize recipient, Cassie Gurbisz '05 describes her project of working with roadkill in art. Dickinson students led by Maureen Conly '05 start a Girl Scout Troop in Carlisle.

Investigation into election violation postpones Senate elections. Pres. Fritschler and others field questions at Town Meeting. Common Hour lecturer Paula Gregory discusses genetic research. Writers Ana Castillo, Helena Maria Viramontes, and Roberta Fernandez to participate in symposium on Latina and Chicana literature. Poet Harryette Mullen presents in Denny. Historian Louis Montrose speaks in Memorial Hall. College Republicans attend Rush Limbaugh Show. German Department celebrates tenth anniversary of partnership with University of Bremen.

Prof. Eugene Hickok tapped as nominee for PA Secretary of Education. Committee forms to institute freshman rush. German Department to celebrate tenth anniversary of partnership with University of Bremen. Union Philosophical Society to sponsor Town Meeting. Committee proposes new harassment procedures. "Our Town" to be staged in Mathers Theatre.

Grand plans for social space becoming a reality. College mourns the loss of alumni killed in a plane crash in California. The college undertakes the Capital Campaign, trying to raise $40 million for enhancing academic programs. The HUB becomes accessible to disabled students. College addresses questions at the first Town Meeting, organized by Student Senate and UPS. Community cracks down on jaywalkers. Three new staff join Dickinson, eager to help students.

Dickinson's nascent computer science program suffers from increased incidence of vandalism to computer terminals, thefts. Thousands of dollars of damage done with computer science staff working intently on repairs. Pass-Fail grades reviewed at national level; Dickinson policies on pass-fail investigated. College Democrats and Republicans debate presidential election of 1984 through Union Philosophical Society. Homecoming Weekend a success, opportunity for marking the 100th Anniversary of female students at Dickinson. Gamma Phi Beta sorority win's President's Cup.

An 86-year-old tradition was revived at Dickinson, with the inter-society debates between the Belles Lettres and the Union Philosophical Society. A study abroad trip to England is offered for the summer with a focus in Astronomy and Geology. A report was published in the paper by the Task Force on Residential and Social Life, which discussed housing solutions such as with group, special interest, freshman, self-governance, coed, and fraternities. Clyde Vedder, Captain of the swim team, lead the team to victory and has been the top swimmer for the past three seasons.

Parents' Weekend activities will honor President Rubendall. The Union Philosophical Society resumes activities. The Senate voted unanimously that the faculty restore honorary status to Skull and Key. IPR (Institutional Resources and Priorities) presidential candidates are announced. A biography of President Rubendall and his career at Dickinson is given.

In this issue of the Dickinsonian the Microcosm of 1963 names John Leroy and Bill Lowe as co-editors. Jasper Deeter of Hedgerow Theater to guest at the Arts Festival. Founders Day Program pays tribute by naming Old West an historic landmark. UPS sends representatives to help draft the new State Constitution. Mermaid Players to present A Thurber Carnival. ROTC inspection earns high acclaim. College adds several new courses in various departments for the following year. Phi Psi takes IFC bowling title. Bill Smith elected President of the D Club. Baseball, Lacrosse victories.

In this issue of the Dickinsonian the Student Senate demands a revision of library hours. UPS to attend State ICG convention for revision of state Constitution. Reasonable Social rules for college established. Highwaymen and Alan Lomax perform folk songs. Duke Ellington and Josh White to perform during Spring Weekend. Acuacade to present "Kaleidoscope in Color". Seniors receive honorable mention in the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship competition. Old West to become a registered national landmark on Founders' Day. Foreign Students Programs to be re-examined.

The Dickinsonian the IFC announces agreement with Dean of Students on modifications of the College social rules. Bruce Keiner elected Student Senate President. Former State Senator Harry E. Seyler speaks to the Young Democrats. Dr. Nicholas Wainwright delivers Boyd Lee Spahr lecture. Baltimore Woodwind Quintet to perform. Mermaid Players present "The Crucible" to positive reviews. Dr. Charles Sellers publishes work on Benjamin Franklin. Dr. Richard B. K. McLanathan to speak in Cultural Affairs Program. UPS to assist in preparation for new state constitution.

In this issue of the Dickinsonian the IFC enforces strict penalties for all drinking violations. A group of male students form the Independent Student Group. Prospective Student Senate candidates present their platforms. Mr. John Hutchins to speak at Peace Corps Day. Operatic soprano Phyllis Curtin to perform. WDCV program causes controversy. Dr. Philip B. Secor to leave college. Dr. Edward S. Noyes to address guests at the annual Scholarship Dinner. Construction on observatory continues. Room fee and tuition to be raised for coming year. Dr. Roland M.

This issue focuses on the social rules at Dickinson. A group of seniors formed a group to evaluated these rules, while, inside, articles reflecting the opinions of the Deans, students, and faculty on the social rules are presented. The Middle States Association's evaluation of Dickinson discusses the curriculum of the school. A letter to the editor notes the lack of recreational activities available, both on and off of campus. A freshman from Taiwan discusses his hopes and fears with regards to relations between the United States and China.