James Madison University - Bluestone Schoolmaam Yearbook (Harrisonburg, VA)

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In the processional — representatnes from colleges and universities. 1 resLaenlLaL ilnaucfuralLoyi One of the highlights of tht- year was the inaugura- tion of G. Tyler Miller as the third president of Madi- son College in the ceremony held Decemher 10, 1949, in Wilson Auditorium. The many guests who attended included delegates of other colleges and officials of the State. Dr. M ' Ledge Moti ' ett, Dean of Women of Radford College, paid a tribute to the outstanding achievements and selfless service of Dr. Samuel Page Duke, Presi- dent Emeritus. William M. Tuck, Governor of Virginia, greeted the guests and extended enthusiastic good wishes to President Miller and to the future of Madison College. Dr. J. Hillis Miller, President of the University of Florida, delivered an interesting analysis of liberal education, its aims and problems. Mr. Blake T. Newton, Chairman of the State Board of h ' .ducation, formal!}- installed the new president of Madison College. On tlic rosiruni — leaders in education. By Governor Tuck — a salutation.

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Uur 1 resioenh GEORGE TYLER MILLER whose friendship is in tune with the spirit of Madison College, and whose leadership potentialities promise our college a suc- cessful tomorrow. Jjook

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KfiSllMiliiiK m By President Miller — an ii.,.,..,i.. ... address. From Mr. Xeutun — congratulations. President G. Tyler Miller expressed his gratitude for the opportunity afforded him as leader of Madison College and set forth plans for future advancement of the college. A reception and a luncheon were lu-kl for delegates and official guests follow- ing the inaugural ceremony. In Harrison Hall — a reception and luncheon.