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Newspaper
Barnard Bulletin
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1955
Page
1
Barnard Bulletin published semisweekly during the college year by Barnard College students. Entered as second class after October 19, 1928 at the New York post office. Subscription rate is 3.50 per year with single copies at 10 cents.
The message names Roberta Klugman as editor in chief with Miriam Dressler as personnel editor and Abby Avin as feature adviser. Arlene Zullow Margie Gallanter are listed as business managers and the managing board includes Carla Hitchcock in editorial roles.
A scholarly editorial praises Columbia University for advancing Morningside Gardens, General Grant project, and Manhattanville Houses to curb the “spreading slum.” It notes Morningside Heights Inc. leadership, college partnerships with Barnard, St. John the Divine, and Teachers College, plus plans to improve schools and recreation while urging continued effort.
An auspicious start to the school year marked by a smooth orientation for freshmen. The Student Council continued informal discussions introducing entering students to student government and the honor system. Earl Hall activities were presented in St Pauls Chapel with introductory talks.
Janet Kaback reports on a former WAC lieutenant colonel who now leads social activities for the organization. The veteran officer brings leadership and event planning experience to coordinate gatherings, programs, and outreach efforts.
Katherine Goodwin, formerly Dean of Girls at Weaver High Hartford, has become Director of College Activities at Barnard. A 40 year Army veteran and ex Time profile subject, she brings wide experience from the WAC, Mark Twain House, and global travels to engage students in campus forums and de segregation discussions.
New Barnard students from Italy and Israel share views on American life and the orientation program. Margerita Repetto compares cultures while Marianna Cutorlu notes informality and optimism. both praise the orientation for introducing Barnard life and New York.
The Board of Proctors calls on Barnard students to form habits of punctuality and attendance at the start of the semester. It warns that the unlimited cuts privilege abused by upperclassmen could be suspended, noting freshmen do not enjoy the privilege. Edith Tennenbaum Shapiro and Louise Sadler Klessling sign as chairman and vice chair.
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