Mecca Day was put on by the College of Engineers. The name Mecca derives from the first letters of the names of the engineerng departments: mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical, and architectural. Mecca Day events included a parade highlighting…
Formal inauguration of President Walter Jessup. Jessup, at right, leads procession with retiring Presdient Thomas Macbride to the left. Maclean Hall is in foreground and Schaeffer Hall in background.
On Washington St., with Schaeffer Hall in background. Induction ceremonies marked the beginning of the academic year. A procession began at Old Capitol and was led by the University band and followed by students and faculty. The University President…