With a new permanent home, a tradition of burning a 'K' on campus grounds begins. The dedication of the first building, Main Hall, occurs on November 18. The ceremony attended by nearly 500 includes such dignitaries as Gov. James Rhodes, Sen. Frank Lausche, and KSU president Robert White. Interesting comments by the governor include his prediction that enrollment will reach 15,000 and "there will be another ceremony here when you hand back the keys to Kent State University and become a full-fledged state university yourself."
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Kentonian Mar. 1, 196703/01/1967Kentonian staff survey students and ask, "what academic programs and/or extra-curricular activities would you like to see added on our new campus?" One reporter discusses the importance of theatre. Sandy Mayfield is chosen as homecoming queen. |
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Kentonian May 24, 196705/24/1967Student work is exhibited in downtown Canton. An orientation committee is formed for incoming freshmen. Mathematics instructor Laura McGregor tells Kentonian staff about her loves in life: teaching and family. |
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Kentonian Sept. 25, 196709/25/1967The first freshman orientation at Stark includes assemblies, tours, and lectures, as well as tug-of-war, a bonfire, and the burning of a "K" on the campus, a new tradition. |
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Kentonian Nov. 13, 196711/13/1967The dedication of the Stark campus is set for November 18th, with Senator Frank Lausche to speak. James Foraker wins the first Stark student government presidency. The open fields and pond of the new campus grounds prove an exciting prospect for biology faculty and students. |
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Kentonian Dec. 12, 196712/12/1967The first student government president resigns after just one month. Kentonian editor Nancy Yoos sends out a heartwarming Christmas message to readers. She also writes a letter criticizing the hippie movement. |