Bradford Durfee College of Technology - Alethea Yearbook (Fall River, MA)

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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT MR. LESLIE B. COOMBS t0 whom we dedicate OUR BOOK

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PRESIDENTCS MESSAGE It seems quite appropriate that the resumption of the publishing of the senior year book should go along with the raising of the educational sights of the Institute. I want to congratulate the class of 1950, particularly those who were directly in charge of the proiect, for the fine piece of work they have done. It has taken a great deal of thought and hard work on the part of the Board of Trustees and the faculty to effect the transition of the school from the level of a voca- tional institution to one with full collegiate standing, one authorized to award the Bachelor of Science degree. While much has already been accomplished, there is still more to be done.Alt can only be accomplished through the united efforts of the alumni, the student body and the staff. Any medium through which information about the progress of the Institute can be desseminated is not only helpful but vitaly necessary if the Institute is to function as a progressive educational unit. It seems to me that one of the best ways to spread such information is through a well balanced year book. I sincerely hope that you graduates will keep in close contact with the Institute in the days ahead. Your constructive criticism can be very valuable. M4266 7