Springfield College - Massasoit Yearbook (Springfield, MA)

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During SC’s 100 years, traditions have come and gone. Some of the traditions that seem to have faded arc: the decoration of Henry S. Lee’s grave with flowers on commencement day; the illuminated canoe parade on Lake Massasoit; the tradition of throwing seniors into the lake. Sadly, the one tradition that showed the most dedication from the students has gone also. This tradition was that the seniors would remove any stumps and roots on the site for a new building, leaving the digging of the foundation (the easier task) for the underclassmen. The tradition of not smoking on campus was established in 1927, and if any senior was a known smoker, their name would be given to any potential employer, informing them of the fact. The ban of no smoking extended off-campus even to freshmen as long as they wore their green beanies. Today, freshmen only wear their beanies for a few days. When the school was younger, Freshmen had to wear their beanies until the spring, when they became upperclassmen. This ends the first century of Springfield College. The next 100 years begins with President Falcone heading the students, faculty and personnel of Springfield College. To him, the present and future faculty, students and graduates of Springfield College we pass on and entrust the traditions and excellence of the Springfield College family. Sincere thanks to all who helped with this section and especially to Dr. Richard C. Garvey. Without his: The Springfield College Family Album, Notes and Scenes From Our First Century, this special centennial section would not be possible.

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