Claremont McKenna College - Ayer Yearbook (Claremont, CA)

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AYER Published by the Associated Students of Claremont Men s College June. 1949 » . - .,.Lj« tfc- - £0 ' w.rt «---- .-i

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DEDICATION It was said, long ago, that a college is a community of scholars. This concept of a center of knowledge, although remaining basically sound, has since then been expanded greatly. The formation of a college calls for a great deal more than the gathering of students for the e.xchange and assimilation of facts and ideas. Extensive educational facilities to pro- vide a catalyst for the learning process are now prerequisites, as well as the conveniences which render the college experience more pleasant and profitable. Three years ago, at its inception, Claremont Men s College barely fulfilled the earlier definition s re- cjuirements. Since that time, however, an amazing develo[)ment has transpired. Students are prone to overlook the astounding transformation of rock- studded fields to college campus. Accepting all in- novations unquestionably, we rarely dwell on the extent of expenditures and effort which mark each new feature of our surroundings. This is not to deny our daily appreciation of our advantages, but to give a moment s pause for recognition and state- ment of this feeling. One new asset which has been especially wel- come to students, both for its decorative and useful purposes, is Parents ' Field. In appreciation of the work and contributions which made its construction possible, and in thanks for the pur- chase of Pitzer Hall s site, this yearbook is respec- fully dedicated to the Claremont Men ' s College Parents Committee.