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m Foreword In atlemptinR to portray student life on a colleKC campus an annual editor often finds himself plagued from the bcKinning by lack of a suitable theme or framework on which to hann the vast array of facts and events. Fortunately such a situation was not confronted here at Davidson. Events themselves offered a unique theme. Indeed, if one were to title the school year of ' 57- r)8. necessity would force him to pick the word. Transition. Yet the use of such a broad term merits further explanation. Undoubtedly, the most significant change of the year was the resignation of Dr. CunninRham. This loss, coupled with the departure of Dr. Spencer, marked a series of fundamental changes in the administration. Yet w ho would be the new president became the vital issue of the day, for the leader selected would logically determine the future course of education at Davidson (somewhat nebulously defined in the past). Manifold improvements were evident everywhere. The accept- ance of a Ten Year Plan, w hich resulted in an expanding endow- ment, quickly displayed itself in the su dden emergence of new- buildings. With the completion of a group of faculty homes, work began on a much needed library addition as well as a new Post Office. A one-half million dollar Fraternity Court, which would be completed in August, became the envy of all seniors. Plans for an addition to the Science Building and construction of a Fine Arts Building rounded out the ever expanding list. Internal changes were also evident. With the controversial decision of the Trustees to expand quickly to 1,000, classes bulged and Chambers moaned as inadequate facilities sought to supply the over-enlarged student body. Yet in spite of the increased enrollment, the curriculum underwent a thorough examination. The result was an expanded Honors program and a more up-to- date requirement for an A.B. degree. Student ideas themselves added to the enlightened .scene. Realistic and practical solutions to honor violations as well as the drinking pro blem were sought and often found. On and on the list might go; yet assuredly one fact has stood out — that this was a year of transition and a time of awakening. A newness had flowered in these brief moments that might be comparable to the dawning of an infinite day at Davidson
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Davidson Truly Davidson has embarked on a new era. The changes that have been so evident this past year have placed her in a decisive position; for having now been thrown on a full sea, she must decide which current to take. This choice alone will determine the excellence of her venture.
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