Lehigh University - Epitome Yearbook (Bethlehem, PA)

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Zke Story of the year 1954-1955 The Student Story . . . The University Story Looking through the main enhance to the campus, one sees Packer Hall, the original building of the University.

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; Wonoraries Fraternities Residence Halls Zhe Calendar Sports Memories . Senior Directory . Advertisements Acknowledgements Index 1 11 « wi ■ § ■ l « ' ■ • % i + »

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The Student Story The Story of the Year 1954-1955 began in Sep- tember 1954. While many of us were enjoying those last few days on the New Jersey beaches, Le- high was once again taking on the appearance of a University, as freshmen poured in to be orien- tated in a new way of living. For many, it was their first time away from home, and the battery of tests, and the barrage of propaganda served only to bewilder them. They soon learned, how- ever, where to get something to eat, and the route to the nearest movie theater. They quickly made new friends, found out all about Houseparty, be- came familiar with the campus, and developed the art of mountain climbing, all in one short week. When the upperclassmen returned, stories of wild and adventurous summers circulated freely. It was widely agreed that the vacation had been the best part of the past year. Everyone was con- vinced that the fun was over when registration began. The freshmen were indoctrinated into the hurry up and wait routine of the long lines, but the upperclassmen were quick to inform them that things were much better now, than in the old days . During the registration period, there were many and varied complaints around the campus, such as: Oh, no! Not six eight oclocks again. ; Fourteen dollars for two books! ; What line do I go to next? ; and Who do I see to drop this course? . Eventually, registration was completed, and the Registrar and his staff retired to their aspirin and nightmares. The first day of classes arrived, and the fresh- men rushed out at 7 : 45 carrying all their books, while the upperclassmen sauntered out at 8:05 carrying only a slide rule. After a few weeks, every- one had pretty well settled down into the routine of another year. It was noticed that a rainy day had more effect upon wearing the clinks than Cyanide did. We lost our first three football games, with the 48-46 loss to Bucknell especially disheart- ening. The team abandoned their losing ways in the Gettysburg game, emerging victorious, 20-6. Academically, the first round of hour quizzes came and went, and we regarded our professors w ith mixed feelings. Soon, however, tension gath- ered in the air, and bull sessions developed more often, and lasted longer. Their subject was all the Freshman Week festivities, including the Freshman Smoker, began the activities of the school year.