Millikin University - Millidek Yearbook (Decatur, IL)

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O iceAA, Of llie fldministration Millikin ' s fortieth anniversary marks a defi- nite trend in social sensitivity on the port of our student body which merits recognition and acclaim. There is a grov ing consciousness of a unity of purpose, a common goal, a com- posite of cultural, scholastic, and spiritual background tow ard v hich we all are striving. Tangible progress in this democratic process is seen in inter-fraternity and inter-sorority relationships many of which are fast becoming Millikin traditions. In these days when such qualities as toler- ance, cooperation, mutual respect, and a sensi- tized responsibility for others seem to be out- casts in the world, it is good to find a deepen- ing attitude toward the fundamentals of fine living in our own Millikin Way of Life. Just forty years ago the State of Illinois is- sued a charter for a new university — James Millikin. The university was to be distinctive in that it was to be cultural, vocational, and Christian. To this distinctive pattern every loyal student, faculty member, and alumnus is committed. In these times when tyranny and brute force are seeking the conquest of the world, a civilization that is worth saving will find within this pattern forces of defense, sur- vival, and growth. For the years ahead let us all, individually and collectively, pledge ourselves to secure for Millikin ever better resources, both material and human, for carrying forward OUR pro- gram. offlo mi 15

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PfiESIDfOT JOHO C.HtSSLtR In this year ' s Millidek we are thinking m a special way of the alumni and former students of the college. Inevitably the graduates of 1941 look at the graduates of the early 1900 ' s and wonder how the college of today looks to these elder members of the Millikin Family. In a peculiar sense this has been a year of reunions — east, west, and here in Illinois. As was to be expected, the graduates of other years have been scattered far and wide by the mobile currents of American life. As freshmen they came to the college out of many diverse environments. All too soon a Commencement Day came to each one, and he was swept out into the complex existence which we call the American Way. In comparison with others the Millikm grad- uate has held his own. In fact many have really taken in earnest the aspirations, ideals, dreams, and ambitions of other years and have woven them into the pattern and fabric of the common life of our America. What of the future? The graduates of the early years looked to us for the realization of their hopes. So the graduate of 1941 must look forward to those who are yet to come. These will contribute elements of strength and insight, of appreciation and cooperation to the society of their own day. They will relay our message of cheer and good will to the fresh- men and the alumni of the future. 14

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Eugenia AUin Librarian Carl I. Head Oliver Miller Earl C. Kiefer Superintendent of Buildings Alumni Secretary Director of and Grounds Public Relations Calvin E. Sutherd Calvert W. Dyer Ralph Yakel Director of Athletics Comptroller Registrar Of Ihe fldministration 16