University of Southern California - El Rodeo Yearbook

“...And Many More! The tradition began on October 6, 1880 and now 100 years later the spirit is going strong. As the oldest major inde- pendent non-sectarian coeducational university in the West, we had a lot to celebrate and we did it in grand style. Founder ' s Day brought games, ele- phant and camel rides and even free food in use ' s version of Oktoberfest. Culture came to campus at Bovard Audi- torium with Marilyn Home ' s Friday eve- ning concert in memory of her brother, Richard Home, a professor at the univ- ersity. Saturday ' s festivities surpassed pre- vious events as thousands of Trojans crowded campus to celebrate with cham- pagne, cake and cardinal and gold para- phernalia of all types. We bragged about our past and present accomplishments and future expectations on Sunday, USC Showcase. The official convocation was held October 6, to commemorate the founding of the university, exactly 100 years earlier. We are looking toward Century II. Happy Birthday USC, you have a lot to celebrate now and undoubtably will have much more in the future. Right: BIRDS EYE y\EW— Thousands of people crowd- ed Alumni Park on Homecoming Day. Below: PURE GOLD— Stevie Nicks of Fleetwood Mac made a special halftime appearance to honor Dr. Bartner and the band. Below: CHEERS — Free champagne was offered to all who attended the festivities ”