University of British Columbia - Totem Yearbook (Vancouver, British Columbia Canada)

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Unique in its love of tradition and adherence to old world customs is the Anglican Theological College, where regulations are very similar to those of English colleges. Academic gowns must be worn to all formal occasions including meals and chapels. Ties are compulsory and sweaters are taboo. All residents are compelled tot attend chapel every Sunday. The purpose of the College, now under the principalship of Dr. Kenneth Taylor, is to train ministers for the Anglican Church, and to foster a spiritual outlook on life. Complete courses are offered in the study of the testaments, church history, and related subjects such as pastoral theology. The first step towards becoming an ordained minister is the acquisition of a B.A. degree. Next follows three years of study in theology, after which time the student is awarded a Licentiate in Theology. The College is authorized to give honorary D.D.'s to men of renown, but students must -write synod exams for B.D. or D.D. degrees. Shown in the photographs are Bishop Grower, of the diocese of Vancouver, chatting with students in the corridors, a bull session in one of the rooms, residents relaxing in the common room, meal time, and the library.

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An inverted ceiling which focusses spectator attention on the floor is one of the advanced architectural features in the recently opened Memorial Gymnasium. Built in honor of the men and women of British Columbia who served in the two world wars, the gymnasium was financed by public subscription, a Provincial Government grant, and a special student levy. Although it is already in use the official opening will not be held until next fall. Additional construction awaits the raising of further funds. When fully completed, the gymnasium will contain a swimming pool, basketball courts with backstops, 5,600 seats including bleachers, 150 men's lockers, a Memorial Foyer, six bowling alleys, showers and an auxiliary gym for 0 boxing, wrestling and tumbling. Other architectural features include the projecting stairs which will be glassed in. Throughout the building the emphasis is on glass, which both reduces cost and increases attractiveness. Student contributions have been raised by the Gym Fund Committee headed by Bill Haggert. Considerable money was raised this year by a system of pledging whereby students agreed to contribute a certain sum of money as soon as they could afford it. Photos show various stages of construction including the completed floor.