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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806579

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This image displays a yellowed, aged newspaper clipping from the Sunday Herald Advertiser, dated August 25, 1974. The page is marked as A32 in the upper left corner.

The main heading is “School Notes”, indicating this is a section covering academic, administrative, and educational news from colleges and universities.

The article is organized into several short announcements, each separated by a star symbol (*). The topics include:

  1. S.U.R.G.E. Program at Boston University: Details a fall registration for a survival and self-orientation program featuring technical rock-climbing in the Shawangunk Mountains and 4-day kayaking trips on the Casco River in New Hampshire and Maine. It also mentions winter cross-country ski clinics and summer Hudson River reconnaissance.

  2. Boston Religious Education Congress: Announces that over 4,000 religious educators are expected at this congress on September 15th at the Hynes Veterans’ Auditorium. The theme is “Parish Alert!”, focusing on updating religious educators, with major areas being Family and Adult Education. Over 100 exhibitors will present publications and audio-visuals.

  3. International Agricultural Studies Seminar at UMass Amherst: Notes that the Center for International Agricultural Studies at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst has been selected for the third consecutive year by the U.S. Agency for International Development (AID) to conduct a two-week seminar called “Keys to Agricultural Development at the Local Level.” Participants are foreign students on scholarships from AID, FAO, AAII, and LAS-PAU.

  4. Seymour Slive’s Appointment at Harvard: Reports that Seymour Slive, Gleason Professor of Fine Arts at Harvard, will become the Acting Director of the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum. Daniel J. Robbins, the current director, will resign in September to work on publications but will remain a Harvard faculty member.

  5. Patricia Albjerg Graham’s Appointment at Radcliffe: Announces that Patricia Albjerg Graham, Director of the Education Program at Barnard College and Professor of History and Education at Columbia Teachers College, has been appointed Dean of the Radcliffe Institute and Vice President for Institutional Planning at Radcliffe College. She will also join the Harvard Graduate School of Education as Professor of Education.

  6. David B. Truman’s Announcement at Mount Holyoke: States that David B. Truman, president of Mount Holyoke College and current president of the New England Colleges Fund, has announced the appointment of three new business and industry trustees representing 26 private liberal arts colleges in the New England region. The trustees named are Jesse Lien (GTE Sylvania), Edwin Matz (John Insurance Company), and one whose name begins with “J.”

At the bottom of the column, the repeating label “COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES” reinforces the section’s focus.

The clipping shows signs of age — it is slightly torn on the right edge and bottom right corner — and is photographed against a plain, solid grey background, highlighting its historical nature.

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The image is a clipping from a newspaper, specifically the "Sunday Herald Advertiser" dated August 25, 1974. The section is titled "School Notes," which typically contains information about educational news and events. It includes several items of news:

  1. S.U.R.G.E. Program at Boston University: The article discusses the S.U.R.G.E. program at Boston University, which is described as a survival and self-orientation program. It mentions that the program is now registering for its fall courses and includes various activities such as technical rock-climbing courses in the Shawangunk Mountains, kayaking journeys on the Casco River, cross-country ski clinics, and cross-country expeditions. The program emphasizes self-knowledge gained through challenging experiences. Summer courses include a one-month reconnaissance of the Hudson River from source to estuary.

  2. Boston Religious Education Congress: This article informs about the Boston Religious Education Congress that is expected to attract over four thousand religious educators. The congress will be held at the Hynes Veterans' Auditorium on September 15th. The congress is titled "Parish Alert" and will focus on updating religious educators on the current thrusts of religious education. Major themes include Family and Adult Education. The congress will feature over 100 exhibitors presenting the latest publications, audio-visuals, and books in the field of religious education.

  3. Center for International Agricultural Studies: The article mentions that the Center for International Agricultural Studies at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst has been selected by the U.S. Agency for International Development (AID) to conduct a two-week seminar titled "Keys to Agricultural Development at the Local Level." The seminar will be held for foreign students enrolled in agricultural colleges and sponsored on full scholarships by AID, the Food and Agricultural Organization of the U.N. (FAO), the African-American Institute (AAI), and the Latin-American Scholarship Program of American Universities (LAS-PAU).

  4. Seymour Slive, Gleason Professor of Fine Arts at Harvard: The article states that Seymour Slive, the Gleason Professor of Fine Arts at Harvard, will become the Acting Director of the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Daniel J. Robbins, the present Director, announced his intention to resign in September. Robbins will continue as a Lecturer on Fine Arts and is on leave for the coming academic year to work on several publications.

  5. David B. Truman, President of Mount Holyoke College: The article announces that David B. Truman, President of Mount Holyoke College and current president of the New England Colleges Fund, has announced the recent appointment of three new business and industry trustees representing 26 private liberal arts colleges in the New England region. The trustees are Jesse Lien, Senior Vice President of GTE Sylvania Incorporated in Waltham, and J. Edwin Matz, President of John Insurance Company.

The article is structured in a typical newspaper format, with each news item separated by a star (*) and has a consistent layout with the section title "SUNDAY HERALD ADVERTISER" at the top and "School Notes" as the main heading. The bottom of the page has the heading "COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES," indicating the section's focus.

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This image is a scanned page from the "Sunday Herald Advertiser" dated August 25, 1974. The page is labeled "A32" in the top left corner and is titled "School Notes" at the top center. The content is divided into three columns and includes several short articles or notes about various educational events, programs, and appointments. Here is a summary of the content:

  1. S.U.R.G.E. Program at Boston University:

    • The survival and self-orientation program is now registering for fall courses.
    • New activities include technical rock-climbing courses in the Shawangunk Mountains and kayaking journeys on the Casco River.
    • The program emphasizes self-knowledge gained through challenging experiences.
  2. Boston Religious Education Congress:

    • Over four thousand religious educators are expected at the Congress on September 15th at the Hynes Veterans' Auditorium.
    • The Congress will focus on updating religious educators in the Archdiocese of Boston on current thrusts in religious education.
    • There will be a vast exhibition area with over 100 exhibitors.
  3. Center for International Agricultural Studies at UMass Amherst:

    • Selected for the third consecutive year by the U.S. Agency for International Development (AID) to conduct a seminar on "Keys to Agricultural Development at the Local Level."
    • Participants are foreign students enrolled in American agricultural colleges, sponsored by AID, FAO, AAI, and LASPAU.
  4. Seymour Slive at Harvard:

    • Slive will become Acting Director of the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
    • He is an expert on Dutch art of the 17th century and has been a member of the Harvard faculty since 1954.
  5. Patricia Albjerg Graham:

    • Appointed Dean of the Radcliffe Institute and Vice President for Institutional Planning at Radcliffe College.
    • She will also join the faculty of the Harvard Graduate School of Education as Professor of Education.
  6. David B. Truman:

    • President of Mount Holyoke College and current president of the New England Colleges Fund.
    • Announced the appointment of three new business and industry trustees representing 26 private liberal arts colleges in the New England region.

The bottom of the page has the heading "COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES" repeated three times. The page appears to be slightly worn and has some creases, indicating it is an original newspaper clipping.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper featuring a section titled "School Notes," which contains several short articles about educational institutions and their activities. The page has a classic newspaper layout with columns of text and a few headlines in larger fonts to draw attention to specific stories. The articles cover a range of topics, including academic appointments, educational programs, and events at various colleges and universities.

The first article discusses the S.U.R.G.E. (Survival and Self-Orientation Program) at Boston University, which is now registering for its fall courses. It mentions technical rock-climbing courses in the Shawangunk Mountains and kayaking journeys on the Hudson River. The article also highlights summer courses, including cross-country ski clinics and country expeditions.

The second article is about the Center for International Agricultural Studies at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, which has been selected by the U.S. Agency for International Development (AID) to conduct a two-week seminar on "Keys to Agricultural Development at the Local Level." Participants in the seminar are foreign students enrolled in American agricultural colleges, fully sponsored by AID, the Food and Agricultural Organization of the U.N. (FAO), the African-American Institute (AAI), and the Latin-American Scholarship Program of American Universities (LAS-PAU).

The third article mentions the Boston Religious Education Congress, which will be held at the Hynes Veterans' Auditorium on September 15th. Over four thousand religious educators are expected to attend, and the event will feature an exhibit area showcasing over 100 exhibitors presenting the latest publications, audio-visuals, and books in the field of religious education.

The fourth article introduces Patricia Albjerg Graham, who has been appointed Dean of the Radcliffe Institute and Vice President for Institute Planning at Radcliffe College. She will also join the faculty of the Harvard Graduate School of Education as Professor of Education.

The fifth article announces the appointment of Seymour Slive as Acting Director of Fine Arts at Harvard, succeeding Professor Gleason. Slive, who has been a member of the Harvard faculty since 1954, will continue as Lecturer on Fine Arts during his leave for the coming academic year to work on several publications.

The final article reports on David B. Truman, the president of Mount Holyoke College and current president of the New England Colleges Fund, who has announced the recent appointment of three new business and industry trustees representing 26 private liberal arts colleges in the New England region. The trustees are Jesse Lien, GTE Sylvia Incorporated in Waltham; J. Edwin Matz, President, John Insurance Company; and others whose names are not specified in the excerpt.

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The image is a scanned page from the Sunday Herald Advertiser, dated August 25, 1974. The page is titled "School Notes" and contains several articles related to educational institutions and events. The articles include:

  1. A description of S.U.R.G.E. (Survival and Religious Education) at Boston University, highlighting its fall courses and programs, including rock-climbing and kayaking.
  2. Information about the Center for International Agricultural Studies at the University of Massachusetts, which has been selected by the U.S. Agency for International Development (AID) to conduct a two-week seminar on "Keys to Agricultural Development."
  3. Announcements of appointments and resignations at various educational institutions, such as Patricia Graham at Barnard College, Seymour Slive at Harvard University, and David B. Truman at Mount Holyoke College.
  4. A brief mention of the Boston Religious Education Congress, scheduled for September 15th at the Hynes Veterans' Auditorium.

The page is filled with text and appears to be a section dedicated to providing updates and news related to educational activities and personnel changes.

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The image is a scanned page from the Sunday Herald Advertiser dated August 25, 1974, featuring a section titled "School Notes." The page contains several brief announcements and updates related to educational institutions, programs, and individuals. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Header:

    • The top of the page displays the publication details: "SUNDAY HERALD ADVERTISER, AUGUST 25, 1974."
    • The section is labeled "School Notes" in bold, centered text.
  2. Main Body:

    • The content is divided into several paragraphs, each detailing different news items related to education, universities, and professional appointments.

Key Points in the Text:

1. S.U.R.G.E. Program at Boston University:

  • Program Overview: S.U.R.G.E. (Survival and Self-Orientation) is a program at Boston University now registering for its fall courses.
  • Activities Offered:
    • Technical rock-climbing courses in the Shawangunk Mountains (New Paltz, New York).
    • Three 4-day kayaking journeys on the Casco River in New Hampshire and Maine.
  • Emphasis: The program emphasizes self-challenging experience through knowledge gained on through challenging experiences.
  • Winter Activities: Cross-country ski clinics and cross-country expeditions are also offered.
  • Summer Courses: Includes a one-month reconnaissance of the Hudson River from source to estuary.

2. Religious Education Congress:

  • Event Details:
    • Over 4,000 religious educators are expected to attend the Boston Religious Education Congress.
    • The event will be held at the Hynes Veterans Auditorium on Sunday, September 15th.
    • Registration begins at 9:00 a.m., and the program will start at 9:30 a.m.
    • The Congress is entitled "Parish Alert!"
  • Purpose: Geared toward updating religious educators throughout the Archdiocese of Boston on current religious education trends.
  • Themes: The two predominant themes will be Family and Adult Education.
  • Exhibition: A vast exhibition area will feature over 100 exhibitors presenting the latest publications, audio-visuals, and books in the field of religious education.

3. The Center for International Agricultural Studies:

  • Location: At the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.
  • Selection: The center has been selected for the third consecutive year by the U.S. Agency for International Development (AID) to conduct a two-week seminar entitled "Keys to Agricultural Development at the Local Level."
  • Participants: Foreign students from American agricultural colleges and enrolled in American universities are participating.
  • Sponsorship: The seminar is sponsored on full scholarships by AID, the Food and Agricultural Organization of the U.N. (FAO), the African-American Institute (AAI), and the Latin-American Scholarship Program of American Universities (LASPAU).

4. Seymour Slive, Gleason Professor of Fine Arts:

  • Appointment: Seymour Slive, Gleason Professor of Fine Arts at Harvard, will become the William Hayes Fogg Art Director at Harvard University.
  • Previous Role: He is the present Director of the present Director, announced his intention to resign in September.
  • Successor: Mr. Robbins, who has been on leave for the coming academic year to work on several publications, will return as Lecturer on Fine Arts.
  • Tenure: Slive has been a faculty member at Harvard since 1954.

5. Patricia Albjerg Graham:

  • New Role: Patricia Albjerg Graham, Director at the Bard College Program at Radcliffe Institute, has been appointed Dean of History and Education at Columbia Teachers College.
  • Previous Position: She was the Radcliffe Institute's Vice President for Institutional Planning at Radcliffe College.
  • Future Role: Ms. Graham will also join the faculty of the Harvard Graduate School of Education as Professor of Education.
  • Background: A native of Lafayette, Indiana, Professor Graham succeeds Susan Storey Lyman, Acting Dean of the Institute. She will be Radcliffe's first Vice President for Institutional Planning, a newly created post.

6. David B. Truman:

  • Appointment: David B. Truman, president of Mount Holyoke College and current president of the New England Colleges Fund, has announced the reappointment of three new trustees representing 26 private liberal arts colleges in the New England region.
  • Trustees:
    • Jesse Lien, Senior Vice President, GTE Sylvania Incorporated, in Waltham.
    • J. Edwin Matz, President, John Insurance Company.
    • And others (not fully detailed in the excerpt).

Footer:

  • The bottom of the page includes the words "COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES" printed twice, likely indicating the section's focus.

Visual Characteristics:

  • The page has a slightly aged appearance, with some discoloration and wear, typical of a scanned historical newspaper.
  • The text is typed in a monospaced font, consistent with newspaper printing styles of the 1970s.
  • The layout is clean and organized, with clear headings and paragraphs.

Overall Context:

The page provides a snapshot of educational and academic news from August 1974, highlighting program updates, professional appointments, and upcoming events in the realm of higher education and religious education. It reflects the interests and priorities of the time, emphasizing international agricultural studies, religious education, and leadership changes in academic institutions.

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This is a newspaper clipping from the "Sunday Herald Advertiser" dated August 25, 1974. The headline is "School Notes," and the text contains updates and announcements about educational programs, scholarly activities, and appointments in institutions. Highlights include:

  • S.U.R.G.E: A Boston University program focusing on survival and outdoor education courses.
  • A religious education conference in Boston, with over 4,000 educators expected to attend.
  • An award for the University of Massachusetts at Amherst for international agricultural studies.
  • Appointments of figures like Seymour Slive and Patricia Albjerg Graham to notable academic posts.
  • The announcement of David B. Truman's appointment to a new position related to university and industry cooperation.

The clipping has a jagged edge on the top border and a clean gray background. It also appears to be part of the "Colleges/Universities" column. The font used is consistent with typical newspaper print from the period.

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The image shows a yellowed newspaper clipping with the header "SUNDAY HERALD ADVERTISER, AUGUST 25, 1974" followed by a section titled "School Notes." The article contains a variety of educational briefs touching on different programs, appointments, and activities at various educational institutions.

The first column mentions a survival and self-orientation program called S.U.R.G.E. by Boston University, offering new courses including rock-climbing and kayaking journeys, summer courses on the Connecticut River, and a reference to the Shawangunk Mountains (New Paltz, New York).

The second column discusses the Center for International Agricultural Studies at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, which for the third consecutive year is hosting a four-week Agricultural Development seminar level.

The third column features various individual mentions, such as Patricia Alberg Graham, Seymour Slive, and David B. Truman, detailing their professional achievements and appointments in various educational and artistic institutions.

In the lower corners of the clipping, there are tags "COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES," indicating the subject matter of the sections provided in the newspaper excerpt. The paper is quite worn, indicating age and handling over the years.

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This image shows a newspaper clipping titled "School Notes" from the Sunday Herald Advertiser dated August 25, 1974. The clipping contains several short educational news items, including the following:

  1. S.U.R.G.E., a survival and self-orientation program at Boston University, is registering for fall courses. The program includes technical rock-climbing in the Shawangunk Mountains, kayaking journeys on the Casco River, and cross-country ski clinics, among other activities.

  2. Over four thousand religious educators are expected at the Boston Religious Education Congress at the Hynes Veterans' Auditorium on September 15. The congress, titled "Parish Alert!," will focus on updating religious educators with themes of Family and Adult Education.

  3. The Center for International Agricultural Studies at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst has been selected for the third consecutive year by the U.S. Agency for International Development (AID) to conduct a two-week seminar called "Keys to Agricultural Development at the Local Level." Participants are foreign students enrolled in American agricultural colleges.

  4. Seymour Slive, Gleason Professor of Fine Arts at Harvard, will become Acting Director of the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Daniel J. Robbins, the current Director, intends to resign in September. Professor Slive has been a Harvard faculty member since 1954 and was previously Chairman of the Fine Arts Department.

  5. Patricia Albjerg Graham has been appointed Dean of the Radcliffe Institute, Vice President for Institutional Planning at Radcliffe College, and will join the faculty of the Harvard Graduate School of Education as a Professor. She is a native of Lafayette, Indiana, and succeeds Susan Storey Lyman.

  6. David B. Truman, president of Mount Holyoke College and current president of the New England Colleges Fund, announced the appointment of three new trustees representing 26 private liberal arts colleges in the New England region. The announcements include Jesse Lien, Senior Vice President of GTE Sylvania; and J. Edwin Matz, President of John Insurance Company.

The clipping is from the "Colleges/Universities" section of the newspaper.