University of Evansville - LinC Yearbook (Evansville, IN)

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it! A name in the college story since 1929 when he began his duties here is that of Dean Long. Since that time he has held the posts of professor of economics and business administration, serving as the head of the department from 1929-1949; athletic business manager; director of Evening College; vice president and director of adult education and more recently — since June, 1954 — acting president of the College. Through his enthusiasm in every phase of college life. Dean Long has become the sincere friend and respected advisor of students — whether it be lead¬ ing yells at an assembly or performing his many official duties. At the February 7 meeting of the Board of Trustees, Dr. Melvin W. Hyde, assistant president of Drake University, was named president of the College.

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■A . S6 -. Mg mm m UNION BUILDING Newest building on the campus is the McCurdy Alumni Memorial Union, which was completed on January 21, 1951. Three stories high, the building contains 40,000 square feet of floor space. The exterior is of Indiana limestone to match the other permanent buildings. Within its walls are a modern cafeteria, lounges, a game room, a snack-bar and grill, a patio, committee rooms and the Great Hall used for social and cultural events. All furnish¬ ings are modern.