Approximately 19 new faculty members were added (either permanently or temporarily) to the departments of Chemistry, English, Physics, Economics, German, French, Mathematics, Music, Philosophy and Psychology. German Honor Society Delta Phi Alpha taps 8 students.
Delta Phi Alpha, a national honorary German fraternity, establishes a chapter with the tapping of twelve students and two honorary members. A student gives a talk on problems facing the Middle East, focusing particularly on Palestine. Twenty-four students graduate. The Dickinsonian elects a new editor and head staff to replace outgoing senior members. An editorial appears on the status of civil liberties in the United States and the importance of ending racial, religious, and class discrimination.
In this issue of the Dickinsonian Omicron Delta Kappa tap seven. Students approve SREC (Student Rules Evaluation Committee)proposal for drinking rules. "The Hadar Group" to perform. Trustees use part of government loan for student housing. Irene Tar tells of her experiences in Hungary. Series of French films to be shown. Delta Phi Alpha presents Christmas program. Dr. Charles D. Kepner to speak in chapel. Students discuss Religion-in-Life Week 1960. Fraternity houses elect new leaders for second semester. Swimming take 33rd straight win. D-club attracts greater campus recognition.