Neera Karve Breaks Language Barrier at Barnard
Neera Karve from Poona India class of 1953 earned graduation credit by passing a proficiency exam in Sanskrit after a faculty debate. The Sanskrit test, prepared by a Columbia faculty member, resulted in an A minus and allowed her equal standing with modern languages like French and Spanish.
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Commager Urges Dissent as Pillar of a Healthy Society
Commager argues that a healthy society rejects second class status, misrepresentation, and fear of dissent. He warns against acquiescence and uniformity and says government should encourage people to stand up and criticize. Loyalty should be to truth justice and toleration.
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Seminar on Economic Development and Technical Aid Held in NYC
An intensive three day seminar on problems of Economic Development and Technical Assistance will be held in New York City Thursday through Saturday. Sponsored by the American Friends Service Committee. Interested students may get further information by phoning Whitehall 3-4196.
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