University of Texas Austin - Cactus Yearbook (Austin, TX)

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Traditions During their four (or so) University years, students encounter many experiences which finally culminate in Commencement exercises. Graduation means something different to each. All watch those robed in black caps and gowns; some are solemn, some giggling, others playing with their tassels each reminiscing about daily routines and activities. Everyone remembers ordinary habits running, busing or cycling to class. Special customs also jump to the foreground of each mind. Organizational activities, parties and blood drives complete the total impression of UT. Each soon-to-be graduate takes with him or her a unique combination of experience which totals life as an undergraduate. No two are alike; but few are exceptionally different. Traditions 15

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M Margaret Berry: UT ' s Foremost Traditionalist luch of the 1977 CACTUS is devoted to Univer- sity traditions, their histories, their beginnings and their relationship to today ' s campus life. When the staff began researching these traditions, we logically turned to the foremost compilation of University of Texas cus- toms, UT Austin Traditions and Nostalgia, written by Dr. Margaret Berry. Our relationship with this unique woman has grown from initial admiration to close friendship. Dr. Berry, you have provided the CACTUS staff with the inspiration and guidance necessary to complete the monumental task we began a year ago. We found the door to your office always open, and you were never too busy to stop and look for a photograph of the 40 Acres or to explain how the maces were constructed. Without your gracious help, our 1977 CACTUS would not be complete in its coverage of University traditions. Because of your incentive and assistance, Dr. Berry, we would like to dedicate the 1977 CACTUS to you. Since it refle cts much of your work and continual inter- est in The University of Texas at Austin, we hope the book is as meaningful to you as it has been for us to compile. Currently completing work on the University History Project. Margaret Catherine Berry formerly served as Associate Dean of Students and Director of Developmen tal Programs. Dr Berry is an honor graduate of The University of Texas, having written her doctoral thesis on Student Life and Customs. 1883-1933. at The Um versity ol Texas 1 6 Dedication