1950

The Dickinsonian elects John Shumaker '51 editor-in-chief for the 1950-51 academic year. The Sociology Department begins an extensive project to interview Carlisle residents, with over 70 Dickinson students taking part. The Bookstore announces that it will extend its hours during the beginning of the spring semester in order to accommodate the rush to buy textbooks. The Dickinson Follies hold tryouts, and dates are set for the Spring Formal, IFC Ball, and Pan-Hel Dance.

Boyd Lee Spahr, former President of the College and then-President of the Board of Trustees, donates funds to build a cupola atop South College. Track star Gil Dodds visits campus and speaks on his experiences. The Bridge Club is invited to compete against 300 other colleges in the National Intercollegiate Bridge Tournament. A Valentine's Day theme is set for the February 10 Mid-Winter Ball, as twelve female students compete for the title of Ball Queen.