University of Nebraska Kearney - Blue and Gold Yearbook (Kearney, NE)

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Dead day, extended library hours Add to study atmosphere at KSC A dead day before semester finals and the extension of library hours added to the study atmo- sphere at KSC this year. Through the efforts of Student Senate, a one day break between regular classes and finals was set up for the first time. During fi- nals, library hours were extended until I a.m. Calvin T. Ryan library has al- ways been a prime place for study. Every student crams for up-com- ing tests, reads his favorite maga- zine or newspaper or hurriedly re- searches facts for that term paper, always due too soon. With 2200 students new to the campus this year and with most of them living in dormitories, this place is also a prime study area. They study both curricular and non-curricular activities with friends and often find that an in- terpretation by a friend down the hall is not only helpful but a lot of fun. Study habits vary greatly among students, but if students set their goal for graduation like nearly 925 who received diplomas this year, one thing is evident— studying and good study habits are necessary. Sometimes it takes a group effort to solve difficult problems.

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Carpenter, international names perform at KSC The Preservation llall Jazz Band, a group of five all over 50, has been traveling across the country for more than 30 years. A variety of international pro- grams were offered to KSC stu- dents through the efforts of the Special Programs Committee and SUAC. Commander Scott Carpenter spoke at an all-college assembly early in September. Humorist Max Morath, the Denver Symphony Or- chestra. the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, seven Frenchmen Chan- teurs de Paris and the Orchestra Sinfonia Di Como from Italy were other highlights of the presenta- tions. Conductor Arthur Fielder leads the Denver Symphony Orchestra. ;

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Dorms have study rooms for those who can't study in the rooms. For a couple of weeks before registration, schedules take priority over academic study.