University of the South - Cap and Gown Yearbook (Sewanee, TN)

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PREFACE Sewanee, despite its frequent characterization, is not a surrealistic haven for spoiled rich kids, nor is it becoming one. It is, instead, a unique spot to which come people of all ages. They are rich and poor, young and old, black and white, united in a search for knowledge. Despite the diver- sity of their interests, backgrounds, and demands, as they settle in they become united by a spirit that transcends the Honor Code, the gowns, the surroundings and the fog. It is this spirit which makes Sewanee special. When the University of the South was founded 125 years ago, it was born of a vision of a man who wished to create an environment that would serve both the spiritual and educational needs of students. His drive and dedica- tion kept the idea alive in the face of impossible odds. Since that time, others have maintained that Heavenly Vision . Today it demands new goals from those involved in the University. Change is constantly occurring, yet the same spirit that has sustained Sewanee for so many years has given it a quiet air of stability and a sense of perma- nence. The spirit can best be explained as a feeling of love, unity, and respect for one another, for the Domain, and for the God that guides and protects us all. It is that which makes this place a special home for the time we are here. The spirit of Sewanee permeates everyone that passes through her gates, and everything that rests within them. It seems to be centered in All Saints ' Chapel, the focal point of the campus. Just as Leonidas Polk based his vision on a religious ideal, the University today begins at All Saints ' and branches out into academic and social diversity. With so solid a foundation, the future of the University of the South is assured. 2 PREFACE