Stetson University - Hatter Yearbook (DeLand, FL)

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Dedication To MR. G. E. GILLILAI D this, the 1955 HATTER, is dedicated Stetson ' s director of Alumni Affairs, Mr. G. E. Eddie Gilliland, has one of the hardest jobs the University has to offer; that of maintaining up-to-date records of Stetson ' s graduates, and to keep in contact with all of these alumni so that they will not lose contact or interest in Stetson. Filling the position of Alumni Affairs Director only two years ago, Mr. Gilliland has made unbe- lievable progress with the University alumni relations. As an overall program, Mr. Gilliland has shifted the emphasis on the alumni from the big to the little man, showing equal interest in every graduate, not just those who have found an eminent niche in society. Through this plan, the average alumni is made a part of the Stetson organization, as a participant and a contributor. Through concentrated efforts, lost alumni, whose whereabouts have become unknown, have been re-located, and made an active part of the alumni organization. Homecoming 1954 was Stetson ' s most successful by far, because of the excellent job of publicity and advance work done by the Alumni office. Through the work of the Alumni office, class reunions have attracted more interest and, consequently larger attendance, including bringing bock this year the famous undefeated 1927 football team. Through his efforts, alumni records are now more complete and contain more information than at any time in the history of Stetson ' s alumni relations. Through his great love for Stetson, Mr. Gilliland has influenced many people to contribute to the support and growth of the University through the United Stetson Alumni, and the Proxy Endowment Fund. For these invaluable contributions to Stetson University through his many efforts and accomplish- ments as Director of Alumni Affairs at Stetson University, we gratefully dedicate this, the 1955 HATTER to Mr. G. E. Eddie Gilliland. 13