Sigmund Spaeth Lectures On Beethovens Works And Life
Sigmund Spaeth spoke at a college assembly about Beethoven and other composers. He argued music blends emotion, physics and intellect and imagined Beethoven living modestly in Greenwich Village. Spaeth described Beethoven as short and untidy, with a small close circle of friends, and noted composers rarely rely on visual talent while improvising.
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Dr Ratner to Speak on Spinoza at College
The college invites the public to a lecture on Spinoza by Dr Joseph Ratner of Columbia. The lecture marks the 250th anniversary of Spinoza’s death and follows Ratner’s editorial work on a Modern Library volume. The talk will be in the College Parlor on Monday March 28.
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Columbia
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Modern Library
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Curricular Committee Advises Senior Comprehensive Exam
The Barnard Curricular Committee urges that every senior pass a comprehensive examination in her major topic. Proposes finishing required work by sophomore year and using junior and senior years for depth in a chosen field. Also favors expanding Honors course style to reduce administrative issues and increase student responsibility.
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FrieSS Seifert and Byland Elected Presidents
Miss Friess named Senior President for 1928 and has prior roles as Sophomore class officer Undergraduate Treasurer and Curricular Committee member. Miss Seifert, next year's Junior President, served on eligibility committee and Greek Games costume head, with this year as Sophomore Greek Games chair. Miss Byland, Sophomore president, acted in Wigs and Cues tryouts and Fall production and serves as Freshman Greek Games chair.
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Miss Friess
Miss Seifert
Miss Byland
Faculty Triumphs Over Undergrad Team
The faculty won the baseball game on Monday March 21 with a score of 18 to 21 as the undergraduates defended well. Gene Nelson and Prof Braun featured for the faculty while Mr Lavelle backed up in center field signaling a spirited, albeit informal, contest. The balcony watched as bunting and strategy offset brute force in this lively campus clash.
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Miss Eva Le Gallienne Meets Reporter After Matinee
After the Wednesday matinee of The Inheritors at Civic Repertory Theatre the actress Eva Le Gallienne greeted a reporter at her dressing room door. She applied cold cream to her face and invited questions, describing the scene with casual ease.
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Miss le Gallienne
Notice of Barnard College class suspension on Greek Games day
By the authority of the President all classes at Barnard College will be suspended on the morning of Saturday April 2 Greek Games day. W C Gildersleeve Dean.
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