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M I I •vK I Once regarded only as seats of discontent, later condemned as sources of revolution, but finally recognized as tlie most iiilluentiul institutions affectin civilization, llic universities ol the world are now cliar ed witli the responsibility of preservinfj; and perpetuatin,;; ' culture and progress. Hoin ol ru; ; ed pioiuers; nurtui ed throu li | eriods ol inicertainty, striie ami doulu ; expanded against op|V)- sitlon from all sides, the University of Oklalionia has risen to take its ])lace ainon, ; these institutiotis, standing as a nionununt to those who foresaw its import antl hail faith in its growtli and maturitv.
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} ROLOGUE The 1941 SOONER YEARBOOK symbolizes GROWTH in three aspects — the State, the University, and the Student. First are explained, through the use of art, pictures and writing, the original assets and the natural environs of the State of Oklahoma. Then comes the period of struggle for possession, the conflict among the Indians, cowboys and settlers. The transitional stage is the changing economy from cattle ranges to farming and industry. Then our in- dustrial development is seen to stabilize and to become permanent. Out of this stabilization has grown a definite culture of Oklahoma, a culture which is dis- tinct and original, one which has made great contributions to the culture of America and the world. Our poets, authors, musicians, painters, and entertain- ers are outstanding; our industrial, civic, and political leaders, widely famed. 1 HE founding of the University was immediately followed by a period of uncertainty, groping, and exploration together with experimentation in curricu- lum and instruction. During this period of turbulence, the administration was rather uncertain. Then the University experienced rapid growth and expan- sion; the school began to take on aspects of a real University. It reached a high peak in enrollment; it gave great accomplishment with limited resources; there was a stabilization in administration. Today the University of Oklahoma ranks at the top in size and quality. Its schools and colleges have world-wide renown; its cultural influence is now beginning to be felt. 1 HE growth of the Student is begun with a period of new discoveries, new associations, new environment. Then comes Sophomoritis , during which the student is brash, wild, irresponsible, rowdy, and unpredictable. The junior year is the transitional stage between the brass of the sophomore and the dignity of the senior. The Senior is industrious, capable, stable and achieving. The grad- uate student is resourceful and cultured — the safe-keeper of knowledge from the past, and the custodian and producer of learning tomorrow. A ND there it is. We present them to you, now, as the motif of our art decora- tions and as the story of the Birth, Adolescence, Transition, Maturity and Cul- ture of Oklahoma, The University and the Students. We hope it will prove a valuable historical manuscript, as well as a treasured memory document. CUlT-Oo
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