Carnegie Mellon University - Thistle Yearbook (Pittsburgh, PA)

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This new spirit also sparked renewed interest in the history and traditions of the University. Carnegie Technical Schools originated in November of 1900 when Andrew Carnegie offered the city of Pittsburgh the funds to establish the school, with the requirement that the city provide the necessary land. The site was selected in 1903 and in April of 1905, ground was broken and construction began. Six months later, the new school opened its doors to its first students. In 1912, the name was officially changed to Carnegie Institute of Technology and the school received a charter of incorporation, along with the power to grant degrees. A new era began in 1966, when the Institute merged with the Mellon Institute of Science, to become known as Carnegie-Mellon University. 4

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Each department was buzzing more than ever with academic achievement. The English Department strengthened its program with a new department head. Social Science and Philosophy both received federal grants and the Architecture department had student work exibited at the Scaife Gallery. AMS completely re-vamped its program and the Biology department finally selected a new chairman. It was a year of growth for many departments. 3

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The spirit of campus renewal also extended to the extracurricular environment, with student organizations busier than ever competing for campus attention. The TARTAN went color and the THISTLE grew larger. AIESEC sponsored more career seminars while SARC launched a massive career education program. Peer Help aided more students while A Phi O raised funds for improved campus services. Student Senate took an active role in campus affairs and Spirit sponsored a highly successful and controversial Black Week. The Greek system was renewed and in general, campus apathy was at an all time low. 5