University of Michigan - Michiganensian Yearbook (Ann Arbor, MI)

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Studying is a Habit Reading becomes almost a way of life to the law student, who spends the greater part of his time absorbed in appallingly weighty tomes. Occasionally, however, the gravity of these intellectual pursuits must give way to somewhat lighter fare, and the struggling lawyer takes time out to indulge his fancy in material which appears to be completely irrelevant and immaterial to the case. The architect ' s studying must be largely creative thinking, and contemplation takes place with slide rule and drawing board close at hand. Dreams of the fantastic, the improbable, and occasionally even the practical take shape in the musing of these pensive sessions. 25

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V The Diag, strategically located at the crossroads of the campus, is the scene of innumerable varieties of Michigan madness from publicity stunts to honorary initiations. The traffic problem becomes acute between classes in this favorite gathering place as people converge from all directions, pro- viding a large and appreciative audience for whatever hap- pens to be the order of the day. Activity is constant, but blustery winter weather is likely to limit the population of the Diag to those who are hurriedly passing through, while balmy spring and summer days find it crowded with rows of lazily contented sun-worshipers. On the Diag, the Passing Scene The M in the center of the Diag marks the very heart of the University. It traditionally carries with it a dire threat of mis- fortune to those who tread upon it before exams, especially freshmen. Rain or shine. Gargoyle salesmen go to amazing lengths to con- vince gullible coeds of the advantages of owning their magazine.