University of Georgia - Pandora Yearbook (Athens, GA)

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The raising of the flag at the 1984 commence- ment ceremonies marked the official beginning of the Bicentennial year. (LEFT. Photo by MeUnda Minor.) This picture shows a sign describing the history of the University through San ford ' s administration with the Chapel superimposed behind it. The sign was erected next to the arch by the Georgia Histori- cal Commission in 1952. (BELOW. Photo by Doug Benson.) Phi Kappa Hall was built in 1836 to serve the Phi Kappa Literary Society which was established in 1820 by Joseph Henry Lumpkin. The society was disbanded in the early 1970s, but the building still stands on old campus. (ABOVE. Photo by Doug Benson.) Introduction, '

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New And Diverse Dedication to excellence in teaching, inquiry, and public service for 200 years has made The Uni- versity of Georgia a leader in higher education for its state and the nation, by every standard of measure. From a student body of 30 young men, who attended classes in a rustic log cabin, University enrollment has increased to more than 24,000 men and women who come to Athens from all over the world. Throughout its first century, the University pioneered in the establishment of innovative programs to serve the state ' s developing needs. It founded the School of Law in 1958, and then, during the next quarter-century, began the state ' s first department of medicine — which became the Medical College of Georgia; the first normal school for teachers — now Georgia State University; and the first technical school — now Georgia Institute of Tech- nology. Still broader spheres of influence opened in 1872, when the University became one of the nation ' s federally-des- ignated Land Grant institutions and undertook far-reach- ing responsibilities for Georgia ' s agricultural and indus- trial development. These services received further impetus in 1979, when the University became the nation ' s fifteenth Sea Grant institution. The designation was awarded in recognition of the excellence of the University ' s research, public edu- cation, and service outreach programs, which have con- tributed greatly to the management and development of This student expresses the exhilaration that thousands of University students have experienced since the first commencement exercises were held in 1804. Today ' s graduation ceremonies are held in Sanford Stadium. (BELOW. Photo by MeUnda Mi- nor.) Georgia ' s rich coastal and marine resources. Today, The University of Georgia is dedicated to the proposition that no Georgian need ever leave the state to find a better quality of education. Thirteen Schools and Colleges offer undergraduate de- grees in more than 190 fields of specialization. Master ' s degrees in 125 majors, doctoral degrees in 73 areas, and a wide range of professional programs are available. Through this diversity is a resource for advanced study and research for all of Georgia ' s University System insti- tutions. When spring comes to the University, it seems as if more students decide to walk than take the shuttle buses. North campus is one of the prettiest campuses in the state. (ABOVE. Photo by Doug Benson.) From North campus one can view the classic city of Athens. Athens is a unique and historical city with modern and old architecture mi ed in togeth- er — sometimes in the same building. (RIGHT. Photo by Doug Benson.) 4 lntroduction ym-

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j ®i{f-, j trict codes of rules and regulations em- j feV j phasized what students could not do: ■ Drink, gamble, curse, fight, go to cir- cuses, masquerade as women, play cards or billards, create disturbances, or violate any local or state laws. After Waddel retired, occasional dances were held, but young ladie had to be closely chaperoned. Weapons were outlawed on campus as were dogs, horses and other pets, and slave bodyscrvants were not avaiable to do chores. Fierce competition between the Demosthenian and Phi Kappa Literary Societies offered some es- cape from the usual grind since no other organiza- tions existed. Almost every student joined one or the other. Students came from the middle and upper classes where personal freedom was a way of life, so they often resisted the strict campus environment and many faced the wrath of the faculty. A $20,000 endowment from William Terrell, a Hancock County planter, enabled the University to establish a chair of agriculture in 1854. This gift began agricultural education at the University, and gave birth to the concept of service to the general community. As a result of efforts to expand the University from a small, classical college to a true university, the trustees adopted a plan in 1859, but the other plans were delayed by the approaching Civil War. Andrew A. Lipscomb was elected chancellor in 1860, the title having been changed from president by the trustees. In the spring of the following year, campus life changed dramatically as the Civil War erupted. In both the North and South, young men rushed to arms. Students and alumni of the Uni- versity flocked to the colors, and by 1863 the school had closed down. Almost 100 men from the University never returned from the War. The Confederacy collapsed in the spring of 1865, and the surviving rebels came home again. Union occupation troops were housed on campus for a short time during 1865, but there was no serious Plans Delayed By Civil War Andrew A. Lipscomb, at one time a Methodist minister, struggled to keep the University alive during the Civil War. He made many changes in course curricula and changed many of the build- ings on campus. (RIGHT. Photo courtesy of Special Collections.) This monument was erected in 1874 to com- memorate the veterans of the Civil War. (BELOW Photo courtesy of Special Collections.) Lucy Cobb Institute was built in 1859 as a girl ' s preparatory school. It was closed in the 1930 ' s be- cause of the depression. The University acquired the building and used it as a girl ' s dorm, adminis- trative offices, and a storage area. (RIGHT. Photo courtesy of Special Collections.) I «Hv ( ; ' K 6 Introduction -