Lipscomb University - Backlog Yearbook (Nashville, TN)

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BEK AT CAMPUS LIFE Inextricably woven into the picture of campus life are the steps of Johnson Hall. An almost ideal spot for romance, they are most sought after just before the evening’s ten o’clock hour for those sweet goodnights holding promises for to- morrow. ‘hen the lights blink, there is the shut- ting of doors, and the steps are alone. Here these couples, oblivious of cameras and bright lights, perform a traditional rite at Lipscomb. ‘This is campus life. Page 11

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Nashville is known as the “Athens of the South” not only because it is the site of the Parthenon, a replica of the Athenian temple, but because it is the home of thirteen major colleges and universities, with specialized schools of medi- cine, nursing, law, engineering, education, social service, religion, and general graduate work. But far more important is the parallel of Nashville to ancient Greece through its interest in and development of the arts, education, and architecture of classic design. Lipscomb is proud to be a part of this cultural progress through its contributions to the advancement of drama, music, literature, athletic events, and general academic endeavor. The great challenge today, as in the days of Grecian philosophy, is to discover the reason for man’s being, his purpose in living, his future destiny. The goal of Lipscomb is to equip the minds of her students to ponder these questions of existence so as to discover some fundamental truth regarding the same problems of life and immortality which confronted the Greeks.

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“IN THE SWING OF THINGS” Overwhelmed with that strange combination of the silvery tingle that comes with the realization that you're in college and on your own, and the hurting litle twinge that comes when the family car pulls away, the freshmen arrived for Orientation Week. After a series of brain-taxing tests, the fun began. The mixer in- troduced us to new friends. After games like this one, we were sure to become better acquainted. The faculty hosted us at Faculty Firesides and after parties like the one at Buddy Arnold's, we knew we'd come to the right place for getting a college education and establishing lasting friendships. We donned our best “bib ‘n tucker’ for the Faculty Reception. Held outside for the first year, we made a pretty picture on the walk from College Hall to the Gym in the delicious September coolness. Then came registration and the marvel that so many confusing procedures could be devised in 66 short years. Good thing we had special advisors to help us through that initial registering. Inspired and very glad we came to Lipscomb was the way we felt at the official opening of the 67th session. Our most inventive Sackies built an oil derrick and a merry-go- round, They were Richard Crisler and Jackie Curtis. Nobody had to encourage us to throw those submission helmets on the bonfire. The tragedy of fire claimed our Chemistry Building early in the quarter. Hampered by low water pressure, the firemen had a fierce struggle keeping it under control. We were only thankful the flames spread no further. Dr. Clipp and his staff were given new equipment and set up business in the basement of Burton Gym until a new science building can be constructed.