University of Bridgeport - Wistarian Yearbook (Bridgeport, CT)

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a traditional symbol for its progressive work in the advancement of the American youth. The symbol presented to the College is a Lamp of Learning, which is said to have been made in the fifth century. and was re- cently unearthed there by Greek archaeolo- gists. Last spring. President E. E. Cortwright. in a conference with leaders of the student body. discussed the possibility of inaugurat- ing some tradition connected with the col- lege. As a result of this discussion. Mr. Mac- Millan. during the course of his correspond- ence with the Hon. Lincoln MacVeagh, Amer- ican Minister to Greece. mentioned the wish of the college and the result of the hint is evident. Although word was received by the col- lege that the lamp would be presented to it through the State Department. early last summer. announcement of the event was not made because it would arrive too late for graduation use. e uate the A letter kopuoulas. and G. Oeconmos. Service. states: The Hellenic government has send you an ancient lamp datmg back fifth century, B.C. which was found in cavations of the Keramikos of Athens, so that may stand as a tangible monument of the .sym- bol of your college. Formal dedication of the newly acquired treasure will take place in the near future when a combined meeting of the Board of Trustees. Board of Associates. 'the faculty. and students is called. '. 1. THE SCHIDE. December 15. 1937. volume IX, no. 1.

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A dream has been made a re- ality! The Junior College of Con- necticut has been presented with

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A presentation to the class of 1962, University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, Connecticut, by the Wistarian staff: