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

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■9i Symbolizing the torch of learning, the Alumni Pylon reaches skyward to mark the northern boundary of the campus. Presented by the Alumni As- sociation in June, 1932 and designed by the College of Architecture, the Pylon bears the seal of the University. Inscribed on the base are the Trojan ideals of fidelity, courage, devotion and service. 15

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DANIEL McNAMARA, Purchasing Agent, supervises the procure- ment of all material and supplies needed by the University from test tubes to trucks. FRANKLIN SKEELE, Director of the University News Bureau, the eyes and ears of S.C., makes known to the press and wire services all activities of interest on campus. MRS. FLORENCE WATT, Director of the University Employment Bureau, contacts many industries and business firms to secure jobs for Trojans. ARTHUR ALWORTH, Manager of University Press functions, oversees the task of publishing the large amount of printed matter circulated on campus. THOMAS SHERWOOD, Manager of the University Book Store, maintains an establishment to furnish the student with everything from textbooks to toothpaste. CHRISTIAN R. DICK, Librarian, superintends all activities of Doheny Memorial Library, an institution in itself; she is the guardian Of knowledge.

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The interests of more than 50,000 Trojan graduates are served through the me- dium of the General Alumni Association, which in turn serves the University in many valuable v ays. Incorporated as a separate entity during the past year, the Association interprets the aims and ideals of the University, promotes the growth and development of the institution, and assists the student and the graduate. From its inception primarily a service organization, the Alumni Association has been in- strumental in promoting campus expansion and beautification and in increasing the University ' s endowment. 16