Eisenhower at Columbia Presidency Draws Criticism
The piece argues Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Columbia University presidency reflects a trend toward fund raising and practicality over scholarly leadership. It notes his limited campus engagement, questions his intellectual fit, and warns against reducing universities to industrial roles. The author cites Stassen and concerns about politics shaping appointments.
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Columbia Post
Soph-Frosh Winners Await Beany Rush on South Field
Colum bia Soph-Frosh Rush Week reaches its finale at 3 45 p m on South Field with the beany pull as the decisive act. If the freshmen seize the beany Marjory Schulhoff will be crowned Frosh Queen. if the sophomores keep it Mab Ashforth will be Queen of the Bush. Queens were chosen by Columbia’s Social Affairs Committee from Barnard candidates. Marjory Schulhoff from Pelham High School majors in art and plans to teach grammar school art and has camp arts and crafts experience. Mab Ashforth a Santa Barbara resident, attended Dana Hall and Potter High School, majors in Russian Foreign Areas, with interests in the Near East and color photography.
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Presidents as public figures transform university roles
The essay argues presidents shape university perception by public action and opinion. It contrasts trustees who chase fundraising with Harold Stassen’s political stance. It laments a few leaders who turn the presidency into a sensational, money driven spectacle rather than impartial scholarly weighing.
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Professors See Europe Recover After War
Barnard's trio of professors return from Europe after study and visits noting varying recoveries across nations. Belgium shows strongest recovery and American cultural influence while Italians and Spaniards exhibit vitality and improved economies. Europeans acknowledge U S postwar aid though France resists American ways.
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Focus Shows Promise Despite Lack of News
Peggy Collins reviews Focus debut noting limited material but worthwhile pieces. Ruth Schacter’s World Assembly of Youth offers clear contrasts between American and foreign youth views. Judy Ball ’52 presents a tender autobiographical piece on religion. Marilyn Lerner ’53 shows talent despite a weak short story.
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