Indiana State University - Sycamore Yearbook (Terre Haute, IN)

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Inside the quiet reading rooms of the library. stu- dents have access to the many reference books. classics of all ages, rare old books. the latest in modern literature, - all types of periodicals, and the best volumes supplying tech- nical knowledge for each and every department of the college. gp- Q. Jane Snyder investigates the large card catalogue, for the use of knowledge-seeking students vi-1... '- '

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NX 'x FINE ARTS Ono of the newest buildings on campus, the Fine Arts houses the Art, Connnerce, and Music De- partments of the College. In the art gallery are hung outstanding paintings of well-known local and other professional artists. 16 ...mei-Hsu.