Clark, Tom C.

The college's 175 anniversary celebration begins. Attorney General of the United States, Tom Clark, gives an address stressing the importance of both a strong education system and military for creating lasting peace. President William Edel addresses alumni, expressing a commitment to making Dickinson the "best small college possible" by expanding facilities and asking for $750,000 in donations to make this possible. Dickinson confers 10 honorary degrees to prominent guests. Sixteen floats from college organizations participate in a historical parade.

Three more speakers, including the Attorney General of the United States Thomas C. Clark, are announced for the college's 175th anniversary celebration. Dr. John H. Powell delivers a lecture on John Dickinson and the American Revolution as part of the Spahr lecture series. Plans for a small parade of floats depicting the history of the college and Carlisle are also laid out for the celebration. The Campus Chest Drive reports $2193 raised, 73% of their goal for the year.

Tom C. Clark delivers the keynote Public Affairs Symposium speech. In preliminary ballot voting results, students favor the Berman Resolution for off-campus housing. Associate Dean for Residential Services Stephen Markwood notes this school year as having the lowest freshman fraternity participation ever for College. Senior Gail-Ann Rickert wins Marshall Scholarship. In the HUB, the Carnegie Art Collection (donated to the College in the 1920s) will be on display. "Spring Festival Weekend" in May will hold workshops by the Philadelphia Folk Society.

Pres. Rubendall's retirement is announced. Business Manager John Woltjen outlines College's energy-saving measures for Spring semester. Rubendall's letter of retirement intent is featured. Following the College's controversial decision to expand Biddle Field, the Washington Redskins agree to return for summer training. Public Affairs Symposium brings Hon. Tom Clark. Cultural Affairs Series features Edward Villella performing in Carlisle High School Auditorium. Environmental Policy Commission aims at innovative recycling techniques.