Stanford University - Quad Yearbook

“(Dh. j?. ^. ijJcdijouji SishUnq J. E. Wallace Sterling was not formally Inaugurated as Stanford ' s fifth president until October 7, 1949, but ever since his appolnt- nnent and assumption of office last spring he has performed and performed well the many exacting duties required of the head of a great university. More than that, he has become quickly and thoroughly acquainted with the workings of that university. He has familiarized himself not only with the job but also with the people with whom he must deal. Off the Stanford campus he has attended meetings and made speeches, particularly to alumni groups. On campus, he has shown a deep interest in students and student activ- ities as well as in the administration, faculty and policies of the University; for example, his interest in Farm athletics has won him the title of Stanford ' s " number one rooter. " His concern for the future of Stanford is shown in many ways — one instance being the studies he has started on curriculum and size of student body. All in all, he is a beloved and indispensable member of the Stan- ford family. ”