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Newspaper
Barnard Bulletin
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1944
Page
4
A Dear Madam letter requests reviving the Water Carnival this Friday and donating proceeds to Barnard Red Cross Fund. It notes many cannot attend Aqua-Duck but would pay to view and contribute, seeking protocol transfer.
A letter argues recognition of all men as equal, not mere tolerance, citing an incident in London where an English master of ceremonies insisted American servicemen be welcomed regardless of race. The writer, responding to Bulletin articles, urges true equality and understanding.
Sigrid Andset, a former Norwegian censor and anti Nazi advocate, will speak this afternoon at 4 for the College on Norway occupation and Europe’s fate. Her sons served in action and ambulance units. she fled via Sweden, Russia, Siberia to Japan, then the United States.
Anne Sirch and senior proctors receive praise for strong election publicity. Voter turnout is rising as more people participate, and supporters urge continued efforts.
Dr Ernest Dacal spoke to Spanish majors in the College Parlor last Tuesday on Galicia and Valle Inclan. He linked Valle Inclan to Galicia's spiritual lyricism and Celtic roots, noted his aim to show Spain as a whole, and cited works like Romance de lobos and Tirano Banderas. He concluded with readings of fourteenth century Gallegan poetry.
Captain John K. Richards of the U S N at the Columbia Midshipmen's School urged Barnard Interfaith Council attendees that patriotism must be practiced at home and in work. He said individuals owe their country support and that freedom requires regard for others and responsible national service.
Lieutenant Rosilind Selle of Barnard outlines WAVES officer criteria to students. She says officers replace Navy Reserve desk staff, will focus on administrative duties, and are selected from civilian life for leadership and admin ability, with two months indoctrination and specialized training. physics and math majors are in demand.
National Service should be the core of Barnard extracurriculars but lacks campus momentum. The new National Service chair must broaden perception beyond air-raid drills and First Aid, promoting voluntary war service as a real contribution to the war effort through emergency skills courses and other activities.
The piece argues that Julia Fremon II should not be the sole aim of Barnard College. It defends the value of extracurriculars to broaden minds and connect students with the world outside class. It notes Barnard’s wartime unity with national efforts toward final victory and the undergraduate program.
Hope Simon urges Barnard students to realign the National Service Committee to fit wartime needs. The shift de-emphasizes campus protection and scales down the Student Aide Corps as military tactics move from defense to offense. The call is for all students to engage in national service on campus and beyond.
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