Emerson College - Emersonian Yearbook (Boston, MA)

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Boston” as the educational center of the country. In our progressive society, communications are becoming a vital necessity to our way of life. Emerson is a major contributor to this vital peld. As the community grows and expands, so must the college. Emerson’s heritage is Boston. We are a part of the city and it is a part of us. We represent the culture of Boston and we, in turn, hope to add to that culture. This book aims to show the close relationship that exists between our college and the city, and it should serve as a reminder of the debt that we owe to The Old” and The New Boston.”

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The New Boston” is a phrase that is frequently heard at present. Buildings are being torn down every day and new ones put up in their place. Whole sections of the city are completely changed, over night, to make room for new modern additions. Plans that stagger the imagination and challenge any science fiction writer, are beginning to become a reality. The whole skyline and con- cept of The Old Boston” promises to take on a new modern appearance. In turn with these startling changes and plans, Emerson College is assuming its rightful place in an expanding metropolis. Not only is Emerson growing, but it is also helping the city to grow. Emerson College, along with the many other educational institutions in the city, is helping to establish The New

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Dr. S. Justice McKinley Ten years ago Dr. S. Justice McKinley was inaugurated as President of Emerson College. On a night in December, 1962, a testimonial dinner was held in Dr. McKinley’ s honor celebrating this happy anniversary. This testi- monial paid tribute to the fine work that Dr. McKinley has done at Emerson during the past decade. We, the members of the Class of 1963, would like to express our thanks for his dedicated and devoted service. J 6 i