Gettysburg College - Spectrum Yearbook (Gettysburg, PA)

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Welcome home to the President and First Lady! A long rest, well deserved, awaits the Eisenhowers. Popular entertainment hit an all time high as the Brothers Four highlighted houseparty week-end. The students were much aroused by Senator Norris Cotton,s speech for the Republican Party. 20

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One of Gettysburgis illustrious graduates presents a stimulating approach to contemporary scientific problems that are of concern to all students and faculty members. WORLD PENETRATES Gettysburg of 1960-61 was confronted with note- worthy national and international events. Numerous uprisings created turmoil throughout the world-in the Congo, Cuba, and in Laos. Our involvement with Russia was deepened by the far-reaching U-2 incident, the tremendous strides in the space race, and the release of the two American Hiers. Nikita Khrushchevis explosive behavior in New York shocked the world to a new insight into the man. The fiery Latin, Fidel Castro, remained on the scene to arouse further attention to his revolution-racked country. The intensified threat of communism in Cuba prompted the US. economic boycott of that country. The world looked to see what progress the United States was making with its own internal problem of civil rights, and eyes were focused on the direction the presidential election was to take. Although few of these world significant events di- rectly involved those here at Gettysburg, the students became inescapably involved via the various mass media of communication. Distinguished men who had seen or been part of many vital events appeared on the campus and helped both students and professors in examining the significance of world happenings. As the future presents to us a new challenge, daily prepa- rations take on new meaning, and students realize their part in effecting the survival of the free world. 19 Gettysburg welcomes many outstanding historians who con- vene annually for the Civil War conference. Students are never too busy to keep of the world. abreast of the affairs

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A heightened cultural emphasis was felt on the campus with the inauguration of weekly convocations. Artists. dignitaries, and authors from various fields in- formed and entertained the student body. Among the most distinguished personages to appear in Gettysburg was the venerated Dwight D. Eisenhower. The elation was deepened because of the close association that exists between the Eisenhowers and the community. Gettysburgians turned out en masse to welcome Ma- mie and Ike home. In the midst of the fervor of the presidential cam- paign, Gettysburg played host to Senators Cotton and Clark, representing the Republican and Democratic parties. A testimonial dinner was held at our college for the Honorable J ohn S. Rice for his prominent work in the Democratic party. The dinner was highlighted by the presence of Governor David L. Lawrence. Historians from all parts of the country met at Gettysburg to debate and analyze various aspects of the Civil War. In the field of entertainment, Gettysburg was for- tunate to have the Washington Brass Choir perform Baroque, Renaissance, and Contemporary music. These were just a few of the more serious events that enriched campus life and made the year more complete. THE CAMPUS President Eisenhower is happy to be home again, and is ready to devote some time to personal and public writing in his newly renovated office. The Washington Brass Choir, making its second consecutive appearance here at Gettysburg, filled the chapel with the thrilling music of Palestrina, Beethoven, and Purcell. WELCOMES DISTINGUISHED VISITORS 1 John S. Rice, chairman of the Board of Trustees of Gettysburg College, was honored by Penn- sylvania Democrats at a testi- monial dinner for his years of service to the Democratic Party, and as a Cabinet Officer in the Pennsylvania Government. i g CQNGRATULAQQNS CHAIRMAN RiCE 8v 1 h