University of Southern California - El Rodeo Yearbook (Los Angeles, CA)

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To Our Friend Judge William M. Bowen We, the Class of 1921, Do Sincerely Dedicate This Book in Appreciation of His Loyal Interest and Help in the Progress of Our Alma Mater

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PRESIDENTS MESSAGE The year 1920 being the fortieth anniversary of the opening of the University of Southern California, it is fitting that El Rodeo should note briefly the progress made. It will be very necessary, however, for the editor to give heed to the cor- rectness of statement lest someone who was present on opening day and who has been more or less intimately connected with the University throughout its entire history might challenge the reliability of the information given. Remembering that it is not always possible to find the true source from which to get facts, the critic. I am sure, will be kindly disposed in this case. This is an epochal year in the history of the University. We have the largest enrollment taxing the capacity of buildings and equipment and necessitating addi- tions to the teaching staff. The new Auditorium and the Administration Building now being erected gives emphasis to the year you celebrate by the publishing of this Annual. The siege to raise rive million dollars to meet the immediate needs of the expansion program of the University i- meeting with favor and has the cordial endorsement of both city and county organizations. The cry of the world for help must accentuate the nee.l for college-trained men and women. Never before in the world ' s history was the demand greater an 1 the opportunitv more appealing than in this day. If circumstances have anything to do with developing men and women, we have a right to expect some very great leaders to come forth very soon. People die mentally and morally for lack of vision. I hope the men and women of the University of Southern California ma) see clearly, judge rightly and act promptly in their relation to the serious problems of life now to be met. Ah good wishes and hearty felicitation- to the Class of 1921. George F. Bovard.