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This image shows an open book or magazine page with the heading "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" and a date on the top right corner that reads "Dec. 13, 1928." The page number is 346. The content of the page discusses candidates for honors at Harvard, providing statistics on the number of students in different fields of study, the percentage of students in honors programs, and comparisons between students from public and private schools. The text is written in a serif font, typical of older print materials, and the page appears to be aged, with slightly yellowed pages and a dark border around the edges. The content is detailed and informative, offering insights into the academic status and demographics of Harvard students in 1928.

This image shows a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," dated December 13, 1928. The page number is 346, located at the top left corner. The content on the page is divided into two main sections: "Candidates for Honors" and "Public and Private School Men."

Candidates for Honors:

This section discusses the number of Harvard undergraduates who are candidates for honors. It mentions that this year, there are more candidates for honors than ever before, with 830 out of 2,370 concentrators, representing 35% of the total. This is an increase of 3.7% over the previous year and 6.7% over the year before. It provides detailed statistics on the fields of concentration chosen by the members of the class of 1931, listing the number of students in various fields such as Economics, English, History, Romance Languages, Fine Arts, Bio-chemical Sciences, and others.

Public and Private School Men:

This section presents statistics comparing the academic performance of students who enter Harvard from public schools versus those from private schools. It indicates that men who enter Harvard from public schools do better work in their freshman year than those from private schools or tutoring schools. The figures cover the freshman years of the classes which will graduate in June 1929 and 1930, respectively. It provides specific numbers of students from public schools, private schools, and tutoring schools, along with their academic performance metrics such as Dean's List placements and unsatisfactory records.

The text is neatly typed and formatted, with clear headings and subheadings for easy reading. The page appears to be part of a larger document or publication, likely a newsletter or bulletin aimed at Harvard alumni.

This image shows an open, aged book or bound volume, likely a scrapbook or archival collection, displaying a single page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated December 13, 1929.

Here’s a detailed description:

• Physical Object: The book has a dark, textured hardcover binding, which appears worn, especially at the corners and spine, indicating age and use. The pages are off-white or cream-colored, slightly yellowed with age, and show some minor stains and foxing (small brown spots). The pages are thick and seem to be attached to the binding with tape or a similar adhesive on the left-hand side, suggesting they may have been mounted into a scrapbook. The right-hand page is partially visible and appears to be another page from the same publication.

• Content on the Page:

  • The page number 346 is visible in the upper left corner.
  • The title "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" is printed in bold capital letters at the top center.
  • A handwritten note in pencil, reading "Harvard Alumni Bulletin Dec. 13, 1929," is written across the top edge of the page, likely by a previous owner or archivist to identify the item.
  • The main content consists of two articles with bolded headings:
    1. "CANDIDATES FOR HONORS": This article discusses the number and percentages of Harvard undergraduates who are candidates for honors in their final year (830 out of 2,370 concentrators, or 35%). It highlights that Mathematics has the highest percentage of honor candidates (55.3%), followed by History and Literature (48%) and Government (42%). It also lists the number of concentrators in 25 different fields, noting that Fine Arts showed a significant gain (87 concentrators) while several other fields like Philosophy and Psychology showed losses.
    2. "PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOL MEN": This article presents statistics comparing the academic performance of Harvard students who entered from public schools, private schools, and tutoring schools during their freshman year. It states that 436 of the 880 men in the class of 1929 came from public schools. It notes that men from public schools generally performed better than those from private schools, with 102 of the 436 public school men making the Dean's List and 60 having unsatisfactory records, compared to 53 and 92 respectively for those from private schools.

• Overall Impression: The image captures a historical document preserved in a physical volume. The content provides a snapshot of Harvard's undergraduate demographics and academic performance statistics in 1929. The aged appearance of the paper and cover, along with the handwritten annotation, convey a strong sense of historical context and archival preservation.

The image shows an open book with two columns of text. The left column contains a list of candidates for honors, while the right column contains a section titled "PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOL MEN." The left column provides statistics on the number of concentrators in various fields of study at Harvard University, including History, Literature, Fine Arts, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Philosophy, Government, Psychology, and others. It also mentions the percentage of concentrators in each field and the number of concentrators who have shown sufficient work to be considered for honors. The right column discusses the performance of men from public and private schools who entered Harvard in 1929, highlighting the number of men from private schools who were placed on the Dean's List at the end of their freshman year.

The image depicts a page from a publication, specifically the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," dated December 13, 1928. The page is numbered 346 and features two main sections: "Candidates for Honors" and "Public and Private School Men."

Candidates for Honors:
The section titled "Candidates for Honors" discusses the number of Harvard undergraduates who are candidates for honors in various fields of study. It mentions that the number of candidates for honors has increased by 6.7 percent over the previous year, totaling 2,370 candidates, which is 35 percent of the whole number. The largest fields with candidates for honors are History and Literature, Fine Arts, and the Biological Sciences. The text also notes that the number of seniors concentrating in Mathematics, History and Literature, and the Department of History and Literature are more significant than those for regular candidates. The combined field of concentration, Government and Economics, is by far the largest in the college, enrolling 775 members in that division, and has shown a steady gain since 1926. Economics has become the largest single field until this year, displacing English, which now counts 417 members, as against 394 concentrators. The combined field of Modern Languages, containing the Romance Languages, German, and English, is considerably larger than any other combined field except History, Government, and Economics.

Public and Private School Men:
The section titled "Public and Private School Men" provides statistics about the fields of concentration chosen by members of the class of 1931. It lists the number of men in different fields such as English, History, Economics, and others. It also discusses the performance of men from public schools compared to those from private schools. The text mentions that of the 880 men who were enrolled in the class of 1929 during their freshman year, 436 came from public schools, 411 from private schools, and 33 from tutoring schools. It notes that of the 436 who entered from public schools, 102 obtained ranks which gave them places on the Dean's List, and of the 411 men from private schools, 53 were put on the Dean's List and 92 had unsatisfactory records. The number of men who entered the class of 1930 from public schools was eight more than the number from private schools, but the number in the former classification who were placed in the first three groups of the Rank List at the end of their freshman year was 123, while the number in the latter classification was 106.

The page is well-organized with clear headings and detailed statistics, reflecting the academic focus and achievements of Harvard students during that period.

The image shows an open page from a printed publication titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin", dated December 13, 1928. The page is numbered 346 and contains text discussing academic statistics and honors for Harvard undergraduates. Here is a detailed description:

Visual Elements:

1. Title and Header:

   • The top of the page displays the title "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" in bold, centered text.
   • The date "Dec. 13, 1928" is handwritten in the top-right corner, indicating when the bulletin was issued or recorded.

2. Content Layout:

   • The page is formatted in a standard serif typeface, typical of early 20th-century printing.
   • The text is divided into two main sections, each discussing different topics.

Left Section: "CANDIDATES FOR HONORS"

• This section discusses the number of Harvard undergraduates who are candidates for academic honors.
• Key points include:
  • Total Candidates: 830, representing 35% of the entire student body.
  • Increase: This is an increase of 2,370 candidates compared to the previous year.
  • Top Fields:
    • Mathematics: Highest percentage at 55.3% of its students.
    • History and Literature: Second, with 48%.
    • Government: Third, with 42%.
  • Smaller Fields: Some smaller fields, such as Astronomy, have all four of their concentrators as candidates for honors.
  • Senior Concentrations:
    • Mathematics: 65% of seniors are candidates.
    • Honors in History and Literature: 66% of seniors are candidates.
  • Significance: These figures are noted as more significant for seniors than for juniors and sophomores, who do not frequently change their fields of concentration.
  • Economics: The combined field of History, Government, and Economics is the largest in the upper classes, with 775 members in Division III. It has seen steady growth since 1926, displacing English as the leading field. In 1929, 417 members of Economics concentrators are candidates for honors, compared to 394 in English.

Right Section: "PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOL MEN"

• This section discusses statistics on students entering Harvard from public versus private schools.
• Key points include:
  • Comparison: Statistics indicate that men from private schools "do better work in their studies than men from public schools."
  • Data Source: The figures are based on the performance of the Class of 1929 during their freshman year.
  • Breakdown of Entrants:
    • Total Entrants: 880 men enrolled in the Class of 1929.
    • Public Schools: 436 men came from public schools.
    • Private Schools: 411 men came from private schools, including 36 from "tutoring" schools.
  • Academic Performance:
    • Dean’s List: Of the 436 public school entrants, 102 obtained the Dean’s List, and 60 had unsatisfactory records.
    • Private Schools: Of the 411 private school entrants, 53 were put on the Dean’s List, and 92 had unsatisfactory records.
  • Men from Public Schools: The number of men who entered Harvard from public schools in 1929 was eight more than the number who entered from private schools in the Class of 1923.
  • Freshman Year Performance: The placement of men in the first three classes of the Rank List at the end of their freshman year is discussed.

General Observations:

• The page reflects early 20th-century academic reporting, focusing on statistics about honors candidates and the performance of students from different educational backgrounds.
• The text is informative and analytical, aimed at alumni or stakeholders interested in Harvard's academic trends and student performance.
• The handwritten date in the top-right corner suggests this is an archival or preserved copy of the bulletin.

This image provides a glimpse into Harvard's academic landscape in 1928, highlighting trends in honors candidates and the performance of students from public versus private schools.

The image presents a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated December 13, 1923. The page is divided into two sections: "CANDIDATES FOR HONORS" and "PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOL MEN."

CANDIDATES FOR HONORS

This section provides information on the number of candidates for honors in various fields. The data is presented in a table format, with columns for the number of candidates, the percentage of honors, and the percentage increase from the previous year. The fields listed include:

• Mathematics
• History
• Literature
• Government
• Physics
• Classics
• Geology
• German
• Biology
• Philosophy and Psychology
• Engineering
• Sociology and Social Ethics
• Anthropology
• Literature
• Semitic Languages

PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOL MEN

This section presents statistics on the number of men entering Harvard from public and private schools. The data is organized by school type, with columns for the number of men entering from each type of school. The statistics include:

• Number of men entering from public schools
• Number of men entering from private schools
• Number of men entering from tutoring schools

Additional Information

The page also includes a note at the top indicating that it is page 346 of the Harvard Alumni Bulletin. The date "Dec. 13, 1923" is handwritten in the upper-right corner.

Overall, the image provides valuable insights into the academic performance and demographics of Harvard students in 1923. The data presented in the "CANDIDATES FOR HONORS" section suggests that students in mathematics, history, and literature were among the most successful in terms of honors, while students in geology, biology, and engineering were less successful. The "PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOL MEN" section highlights the diversity of students entering Harvard from different types of schools, with a significant number coming from private schools.

The image depicts a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, specifically page 346, which appears to be an excerpt from the December 13, 1928 issue. The page is yellowed and worn, with a handwritten note at the top indicating the date "Dec. 13, 1928." The page is divided into two sections: "CANDIDATES FOR HONORS" and "PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOL MEN."

The first section discusses the number of candidates for honors in various fields, including mathematics, history and literature, government, and economics. It notes that more Harvard undergraduates are candidates for honors this year than ever before, with 830 candidates out of a total of 2,370 concentrators.

The second section provides statistics on the number of men who entered Harvard from public schools versus private schools. It notes that 880 men who were enrolled in the class of 1929 during its freshman year came from public schools, while 411 came from private schools. Additionally, it reports that 102 men who entered from public schools obtained ranks that gave them places on the Dean's List, compared to 60 men from private schools.

Overall, the page provides information on the academic achievements of Harvard students and the demographics of the student body.

The image depicts a vintage, worn, and yellowed page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated December 13, 1929. The page is numbered 346 and features two articles: "CANDIDATES FOR HONORS" and "PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOL MEN."

The first article discusses the number of Harvard undergraduates eligible for honors, with a total of 830 candidates, representing 35% of the 2,370 concentrators. The article highlights the fields with the highest percentage of candidates for honors, including Mathematics, History and Literature, and Government. It also notes that some small fields have larger percentages of concentrators as candidates for honors.

The second article compares the academic performance of students from public and private schools. The statistics reveal that men who attended public schools performed better in their studies than those from private schools or tutoring schools. The article provides data on the number of men enrolled in the class of 1929, their academic performance, and their concentration fields.

The page is bound in a black folder with a worn and frayed edge, suggesting that it has been handled extensively over the years. The overall appearance of the page and the folder indicates that they are old and have been well-used.

The image presents a scanned page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated December 13, 1928. The page is yellowed and features black text.

Header Section:
At the top of the page, a handwritten note reads "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" on the left side, accompanied by the date "Dec. 13, 1928" on the right side.

Article Section:
The main article, titled "CANDIDATES FOR HONORS," discusses the increasing number of Harvard undergraduates being considered for honors. The article provides statistics on the number of candidates for honors in various fields, including History and Literature, Fine Arts, and Biological Sciences.

Statistics Section:
The article presents several statistics, including:

• The number of candidates for honors has increased to 830, representing 35% of the whole number.
• The ten largest fields of candidates for honors are listed, with Mathematics showing the highest percentage at 55.3%.
• The number of seniors concentrating in Mathematics, 68%, and History and Literature, 66.7%, are highlighted as significant.

Public and Private School Men Section:
A second article, titled "PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOL MEN," compares the academic performance of men who entered Harvard from public schools versus private schools. The article notes that:

• Of the 380 men enrolled in the class of 1929, 436 came from public schools, 411 from private schools, and 33 from tutoring schools.
• The number of men who entered the class of 1930 from public schools was eight more than the number from private schools.

Page Layout:
The page is divided into two columns, with the left column containing the header and the beginning of the first article, and the right column continuing the first article and featuring the second article. The page number "346" is displayed at the top center of the page.

Background:
The background of the image is a plain gray color, providing a clean and neutral backdrop for the scanned page.