T-0 r IN MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY PUBLICATION, Vol. 55, No. 11, April 1961- Published monthly in July, September, October, November, December, January, Feb ruary, March, April, May, and June, and semi-monthly in August by Michigan State University, B Wells Hall. Second class postage paid at East Lansing, Michigan. THE HELOT ·- ... ---- 1 I I I - --- In Ancient Greece a Helot was a slave who served his Spartan master. This booklet, for you new Spartans, will serve as your slave in introducing you to traditions, rules, and activi ties at Michigan State. It "is issued by All-University Stu the dent Government and Office of the Dean of Students. 2 THE HELOT Contents ", .. The Great Ordinary Means ... " 7 Now that You've Been Admitted 11 How You'll Select Your Courses 21 Getting to Know Your Way Around Michigan State 25 These People Are Here to Help You 39 Religious Life at Michigan State 49 Where You Will Live at Michigan State 53 Sororities and Fraternities 61 Your Appearance on Campus 67 Rules and Regulations 75 All-University Student Government 83 The Year Ahead 91 "Your Years on This Campus Can Be Happy and Productive" PRESIDENT HANNAH MOVING TO ANY NEW COMMUNITY can be something of a trial; there are new friends to be made, new customs and new traditions to be observed, new ways of doing things to be learned. Entering a uni versity community is no different; here too you will find it necessary to adjust your life to new demands, expectations, and opportunities. This handbook is published each year to help those who have come to the campus as students for the first time to find their places in the Michigan State University community quickly and easily. We have our special educational rules and traditions in addition to those im posed by society on all of us to insure reasonable standards of conduct in our relations with others. There are good reasons for them, as you will find, just as there are good reasons for an organized society of any kind to adopt laws and regulations. But here they have a special purpose: To help students gain good educations. I hope all of you will look upon education in its true light, not as something to be parceled out piecemeal by teachers, but as some thing each must gain for himself by utilizing the rich resources of the University. Lectures, recitations, laboratory experimentation, read ing, thinking, discussing - all are tools to facilitate learning, and you will find opportunities to employ them here in rich abundance. But even these are not enough to afford a true education. Part of it must be gained in association with others, by participating in stu dent activities, in contributing something of yourselves to the con tinual upbuilding of Michigan State University. This University is maintained by the people of Michigan for your benefit; its principal objective is to make it possible for bright young minds to be stretched and developed to their limits. What you make of your opportunities depends on you alone. Others will help you, and gladly, but you yourselves will finally determine how much you gain from your years at Michigan State. They can be happy and productive years if you choose to make them so. JoHN A. HANNAH, President Michigan State University "We Are Glad You Are Going to Be With Us" DEAN KING THE PURPOSE of young people's coming to a university should be the desire to attain more education. No matter what connotation is given to education, involved in it will be the matter of making a living and making a life. To each of you it should be a preparation for a mean ingful citizenship in whatever community you may live. Your aca demic program will be of prime importance and this you should pursue to the very best of your ability. This handbook is published to bring to your attention the many opportunities for learning outside the academic field and to establish the relationship between the two. It will help you to understand the established customs of a university community which you as good citizens will wish to observe. Many things of consequence to you during your stay at Michigan State will be closely related to the Office of the Dean of Students. Through this office the following services will be available to you: Alumni Relations, MSU Development Fund, Counseling Center, Draft Deferments, Foreign Student Adviser, Health Service, Housing, Place ment, Religious Advisers, and the Men's and Women's Divisions of Student Affairs. This publication will familiarize you with all of them. You will find all de.partments willing to help you in your academic growth and in your cultural development. You will be given an op portunity to develop the qualities of leadership and the ability to assume responsibility as an individual and as a member of society. Make every effort to get to know your instructors. They can be very helpful and will appreciate your interest in their efforts to help you. We are glad you are to be with us and hope that your experiences here will be stimulating and of permanent value. TOM KING Dean of Students Michigan State University Entrance to the Student Services Building where the Offices of the Dean of Students and Student Government are located. "Here You Will Find Limitless Opportunities and Experiences" DAN RIEDEL ON BEHALF of the student body, welcome to Michigan State University. Each of you, by choosing Michigan State University, will be pre sented with an opportunity, the opportunity to attend college. That opportunity encompasses a series of obligations and responsibilities you must meet if you wish to receive the full benefit bf a college edu cation. It is important for each of you, as students, to realize what you desire from your education. Education is not something that happens to you; it is what you do for yourself in the way of developing your own abilities. Michigan State University offers excellent facilities, a fine faculty, and an atmosphere of devotion to the cultivation of the intellect. The extent to which you use these resources will measure your success as a student. Here you will find limitless opportunities and experiences outside as well as inside the classroom. Michigan State University takes pride in its extensive extracurricular programs which complement the pri mary educational aspects and foster the development of the well rounded adult. As new members of the college community, it will be up to you to respond to the challenge which urges you to become an integral part of Michigan State. DAN RIEDEL, President All-University Student Government 6 THE HELOT - - - - - - -::.. - - - - - - = ' ,,..,., c University Library " • • • THE GREAT ORDINARY MEANS • • • " 7 PART ONE '' ... The Great Ordinary Means to a Great But Ordinary End ... " A HAPPY EVENT for more and more Americans is attending a college or university. For most of them it becomes the first period of living away from home. For most, acceptance by a college or a university indicates a choice of particular occupation or profession. But, more importantly, the individual also confronts there the preparation for becoming a useful and creative adult. An excitement always attends to entering the university. Ac cordingly, one may forget a quiet review of what is promised by the university. The student who looks forward to attendance at a univer sity will do well to reflect upon the nature of the university itself. He will have realized already that the university is of long importance in the world. In modern society in which change is so evident, the uni versity supports economic development, social understanding, the strengthening of moral values, and the deepening of the public and political life of man. As Cardinal Newman, famed student of univer sities, one time said: " . . . the university is the great ordinary means to a great but ordinary end; it aims at raising the intellectual tone of society, at cultivating the public mind, at purifying the national taste, at supplying true principles to popular enthusiasm and fixed aims to popular aspiration, at giving enlargement and sobriety to the ideas of the age, at facilitating the exercise of political power, and refining the intercourse of private life." For so serving society, the university possesses a bewildering assortment of resources and activities. Among these the student will discover some of them devoted to assisting him in his healthful phys ical development and his social relations with others. But he should remember that the university exists for another purpose. It is a com- B THE HELOT munity of the mind. Whatever else one may expect of the university, he must expect first to enrich his knowledge of the world and his ability to reflect upon this knowledge with reason and wisdom. Many organizations and institutions in American society are devoted to making specific contributions. The university's contribution is the enrichment of the mind. Three ideas about the university confront every student. The first is freedom; the second is responsibility; the third is excellence. The university offers the student the freedom to learn. A distinguished faculty, the books in the library, the laboratories, the classrooms, and the instruments for research, all provide an atmosphere in which learning may flourish. What makes this successful, or may prevent it, is the presence or the lack of responsibility. In a university the ob ligations of learning are turned back ultimately upon the student. He becomes accountable for the consequences of his own actions. The student must be responsible to himself. Freedom and responsibility in the university are associated with excellence. Since the university is dedicated to the discovery and communication of truth, a disregard for excellence and high merit interferes with the learning of students and teachers. The university influences the student's disciplines of work and the habits of applica tion for the remainder of his life. Still another question confronts the student. What does he expect four years or more of his life in the university to give him? Some look to the university for occupational security. But this is less im portant than the combination of freedom, responsibility, and excellence which refines the student's character. By this is meant that the edu cational experience of the university should deepen the student's curiosity, his ability and willingness to ask questions in reasonably clear language, his desire to seek the grounds and cause as well as the ends of each subject or issue, his willingness to seek a worth-while intellectual or cultural goal with patience, and an awareness that there is a real difference between pleasure and happiness, between loneliness and contemplation. The university is not a continuation of the elementary, secondary, and high school chapters of the student's educational experience. It is a new beginning, a bench mark from which to continue through life with the freedoms and the responsibilities of adulthood. The student must come to the principle of joining knowledge and ex perience; he should discover this in the association of the young and the old in circumstances which make them friends and companions in learning rather than teacher and pupil. So in preparing to devote a significant part of his life to the university experience, the student might consider what it is he should " ••• THE GREAT ORDINARY MEANS • • . " 9 bring as a human being to the university. He should come prepared to express and practice the highest possible personal integrity in reference to his studies and to the needs and interests of other people. The nature of the university demands that honor walks the campus; it calls upon personal integrity. The new student should come to the university enabled to rise above grades for the sake of grades and above the need of a college degree for the sake of occupational ad vantage. These results will take care of themselves if freedom, re sponsibility, and excellence are viewed as the principles of his work and personal behavior. With such an anticipation the new student may not only expect success in the usual meaning of the term; he may expect to discover the excitement of exploring the puzzles of the world and, of great importance, the examination of his own life. He may then depart the university prepared for the discipline of hard work, the exercise of freedoms and responsibilities in the never-ending quest for ex cellence in his own life and in his contributions to his family, the community, the profession, and the institutions of his society to which he is committed. And a part of him will always remain in the character and temper of the university which he attended. If such outcomes are missing, the university has failed the student and the student has failed himself, the university, his parents, and all those to whom he might have given his talents more fully throughout the unfolding of his adult life. In conclusion, the new student at the university will need to develop his own covenant with the university as a community of the mind. There will be many resources to assist him. But with all this, the covenant will be weak unless the student comes prepared to con tribute the best of himself as an adult; for the covenant is not only with the university but with himself. PAUL A. MILLER, Provost Michigan State University I ) 10 THE HELOT Upperclassmen will help explain registration procedures. ORIENTATION J J PART TWO Now that You've Been Admitted ONCE You HAVE RECEIVED your Certificate of Admission to Michigan State University, you can begin to make specific preparations for your first term. Undoubtedly you have already read carefully the letters and other information you have received in the mail. Many of you have met and talked with students, faculty, or administrators from State. However, many of you may have unanswered questions about what it is like to be a student at MSU. VVhat will the classes be like? Have you chosen the right major? Will you be lost on the large campus? What is a residence hall like? How much money do you need? Because your questions and concerns are shared by other enter ing students, the University provides various services and programs to meet your need for orientation to MSU. WHAT IS THE ORIENTATION PROGRAM? For 11 weeks during the summer and for five days just before classes start in Septem ber, MSU provides a program of activities and experiences planned to answer your ques tions, prepare you for your first registration, and help you establish yourself as a member of the University community. Certain of the orientation activities are required of all new undergraduate students. Among these are tests of scholastic ability, English, reading, and mathematics or arith metic. Since you have already been admitted to Michigan State, the results of these tests will have no effect upon your admission but will be used to determine whether you have any academic deficiencies or special com petencies. These tests are included as part of the Counseling Clinics, Pre-Registration Conferences, and Welcome Week. Arrival on campus. 12 THE HELOT COUNSELING CLINICS FOR BEGINNING FRESHMEN If you are a beginning freshman, plan to attend one of the Coun seling Clinics. The Counseling Clinic is your opportunity to get to know the campus early and with the help of University staff members to work out your plans for beginning your university career. During the three-day clinic you will have group meetings and in dividual conferences with University counselors and advisers. You will complete your required orientation testing. Using test results and other available information, you will decide which courses and how many courses to enroll for (including honors sections or remedial services), and you will complete enrollment. The clinic also offers an experience in residence hall living and an opportunity to learn about student life. Counseling Clinics will be held on the following dates: June 19-22 June 26-29 July 5-7 July 10-13 July 17-20 July 24-27 July 31 - August 3 August 7-10 August 14-17 August 21-24 August 28-31 A fee of $10 (plus board and room) is charged each student. A brochure describing these clinics has probably already reached you. For more information, write: Coordinator of Counseling Clinics, Coun seling Center, Student Services Building, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan. PRE-REGISTRATION CONFERENCES FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS If you are transferring to MSU from another college or university, you may want to plan to attend a two-day Pre-Registration Conference during which you will take the orientation tests required of transfer students, consult with college and departmental advisers about your program, and in other ways learn about Michigan State. Since this is the first summer for these conferences, attendance may need to be limited. The conferences will be held in late August and early September, and you will be informed by mail of the dates open for your major and college. For further information, write: Coordinator of Orienta tion, Counseling Center, Student Services Building, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan. ORIENTATION 13 WELCOME WEEK - SEPTEMBER 23-27 Who should come to Welcome Week? You should - if you are a beginning freshman or undergraduate transfer student. Welcome Week overlaps the period for Fall Term registration and the schedule of activities will complete orientation and take you through registra tion to your first day of classes, September 28. When should you arrive on campus? That depends. I. If you are an entering freshman who did not attend a Counsel ing Clinic, you must arrive on campus in time to take your orientation tests and attend orientation meetings on Saturday, September 23. The first meeting is planned for 10:30 that morning and residence halls will open at 8 a.m. for check-in. This program will include all of the required orientation activities but cannot, of course, provide as much individual attention as you would get at a Counseling Clinic. 2. If you are an entering freshman who attended a Counseling Clinic, you will have no scheduled Welcome Week activities until Sunday evening, September 24. You may, however, check in at your Members of two sophomore honoraries, Tower Guard and Green Helmet, will staff the information tent throughout Welcome Week. Olin Memorial Health Center and Hospital will hold an open house for you and your parents. The Auditorium. 14 THE HELOT · residence hall on either Saturday (between 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.) or Sunday (between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.). 3. If you are a transfer student, whether or not you have at tended a Pre-Registration Conference, your first scheduled Welcome Week activity will be Sunday evening, and you may check in at your residence hall on either Saturday ( 10:30 a.m. to 5 p .m.) or Sunday (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Where To Go First. If you have been notified of the name of your residence hall, you should go directly there. The map on pages 30 and 31 will show the location of the residence halls. Students from Tower Guard, Green Helmet, and Men's Halls Asso ciation will be at information centers, and staff members of the Department of Public Safety will direct you to your hall and tell you where to park. If you have not received your housing assignment, you should go to the Housing Office, Room 259 in the Student Services Building. On Saturday, September 23, the office will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, September 24, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you should arrive on campus after the Housing Office is closed on either Saturday or Sunday, report to the resident adviser of the Beaumont Tower is a well-known landmark on the Michigan State University campus. ORIENTAT)ON 15 President Hannah will greet you. residence hall to which you are assigned, or if you have not received your assignment, report to the resident adviser of any hall requesting temporary quarters. At your residence hall, your residence hall manager will give you your room assignment, a room key, a meal ticket, and tell you what to do with your luggage. Where to Eat. On both Saturday and Sunday, September 23 and 24, the University Food Services will provide special service for new students and their parents. On Saturday lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p .m. and dinner from 5:30 to 6:30 p .m. On Sunday dinner will be served from 12 noon to 1: 15 p.m. The charge for lunch will be $1 and for dinner $1.50 per person. Tickets may be purchased at the various residence halls . In each hall this service is available to all new students and their parents, not only to those who are residents of the hall. Food service will also be available both days in the cafeteria and grill of the Union Building and in the State Room of Kellogg Center. WHAT Will YOU DO DURING WELCOME· WEEK? A full schedule of activities has been planned for you upon your arrival. A highlight will be the convocation at which President Hannah will welcome you. Since to attend classes you must be registered, your most important responsibility will be to complete whatever required orientation activities you have left, pay your fees, and register for the classes you and your academic adviser have selected. 16 THE HELOT In addition, however, you will have the opportunity to do other things. You will meet with the dean and faculty of your college. Your residence hall advisers and officers will explain the privilege and re sponsibilities of living in the hall. You may tour the campus with a student guide. You may attend discussions about college goals and classroom expectations. You will be welcomed by various student groups. You will be invited to meet with the campus religious advisers and group of your preference. Yes, you will be busy, but you should still have time to relax, to make new friends, to get settled in your room, to buy books and supplies. By Thursday morning, September 28, you should be ready to begin your career as an MSU student. STUDENT EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ON ORIENTATION Although virtually every segment of the University has a part in making your first few days on campus truly a Welcome Week, you will become increasingly aware of how much Michigan State students are doing to assist you, to acquaint you with the campus and its activities, and to provide opportunities for you to become acquainted with each other and with Michigan State upperclassmen. One group, the Stu dent Guides, under Chairman John Engle, is organized especially to provide tours of the campus and pre-registration meetings during Welcome Week. The Student Executive Committee on Orientation, composed of representatives from every student group participating in orientation activities, coordinates the various student programs. Chairman of S.E.C.O. is Jim Gibson, who as the Student Director of Orientation, is also a member of the Executive Board of Student Government. You'll meet members of the football team at a pep rally before the first game. ORIENTATION 17 The Student Executive Committee on Orientation helps plan Welcome Week. THINGS TO DO AND THINGS TO REMEMBER 1. Figure out, in general at least, how you're going to make ends meet financially. Decide how much money you'll need to bring to the campus. Determine how you're going to make your finances cover not only fees, board, room, and books, but also extras that are bound to come up like clothes, travel, dates, etc. It's much better to think this out in advance than to allow your concentration on classwork along about mid-winter to become plagued with the realization that unwise use of funds has too quickly drained a cash supply intended to cover the whole year. Here is a typical budget worked out by a student (Michigan resident): Fees 0 -- -- ------------- - ---- ---- --- - --- - - - ---------------- -- Board and Room" ----------------------------- Books and Supplies·--------------·--------···----- Shaving lotion, toothpaste, etc. _________ _ Haircuts ------------------------------------------------ Laundry and Cleaning _________________________ _ Church --------------------------------- ------------------- Dates (Movies, Cokes, Coffee, etc.) ___ _ Clothing ----------------------------------------------- Travel Home ---------------------------------------- • Subiect to change Fall Term $ 93.00 255.00 45.00 10.00 8.75 25.00 5.00 38.00 10.00 10.00 Winter Term $ 93.00 255.00 25.00 10.00 8.75 25.00 5.00 38.00 10.00 10.00 Spring Term $ 93.00 255.00 25.00 10.00 8.75 25.00 5.00 38.00 10.00 10.00 18 THE HELOT A coed could work out a budget in similar fashion, substituting where appropriate, cosmetics for shaving lotion, visits to a beauty shop for haircuts, etc. A budget appropriate to you might be similar. On the other hand, it might be quite different. It all depends upon your desires and re sources. The important thing is to have a clear idea of how you are going to budget your finances. 2. Select those personal belongings you are going to bring to the campus. Basically, of course, the selection of what to bring is up to you. Some of last year's freshmen, however, have suggestions: The first is that although Michigan State residence hall closet and drawer space is ample, there's no room for clothes you're not going to wear or items you're not going to use. The second is that there is no need to rush out and buy a lot of new clothes just because you're starting college. Clothes that seem old to you will be new to new friends. (See pages 66 to 73 for a discussion of clothes worn on the Michigan State campus.) The third is that there are a couple of quite-often-forgotten first day items that are essential: protective clothing in case it rains and blankets. (Linens, pillows, and towels are furnished.) The fourth is that there are a few things "not to bring to the campus." Do not bring drying racks, chairs, or electrical appliances such as toasters, irons, grills, etc. (Shavers and radios may be brought, however.) Also, since freshmen are not permitted to have automobiles on campus, you'll have to leave your car at home during your first year. 3. Make certain that you have had your physical examination and that your filled -out Student Health Record has been mailed to the University. To avoid delay in your registration, you should ask your physician to return this form at least two weeks prior to registration. 4. Bring these with you when you come to the campus: Your Certificate of Admission. Your Housing Contract. (You will receive this approximately the last of August with a letter telling you of your residence hall assignment. The Housing Contract must be signed by a parent or guardian. ) Your Time Schedule of Courses. (This will be mailed to you on or about September 1.) Your Helot. ORIENTATION 19 5. Plan in advance your trip to East Lansing. Michigan State students often send trunks and heavy luggage by Railway Express, addressing such items to themselves in care of their assigned halls. If you wish to do so, send your trunk several days ahead of your planned arrival. Then, when you get to the campus, you'll find your baggage waiting for you. Items may be sent by either parcel post or Railway Express, but all charges should be pre paid since it would not be possible to accept collect packages. Soon you will be on the campus. HOW YOU'LL SELECT YOUR COURSES 21 PART THREE How You'll Select Your Courses DURING WELCOME WEEK, or during the Summer Clinics, you will dis cuss what courses to take your first term with your academic adviser. Your academic adviser will be a member of the faculty in the department in which you plan to major. That is, if you have selected a major. If not, your academic adviser will be a member of the Uni versity College faculty until such time that you select a major. The primary responsibility of your academic adviser will be to assist you each term in selecting courses that are in keeping with your interests and with the academic requirements of your major. He will assist you in other ways, too. He'll discuss job opportunities, talk with you about requirements for and opportunities in careers related to your major, and he'll refer you to other sources, such as the Counseling Center, for information and assistance when necessary. He will explain to you that all freshmen are required to take at least two University College courses, Communication Skills and Natural Science; some majors also require Social Science. Physical Education is required of all freshmen, and Military Science (Army or Air) is required for freshman men. (Exceptions to the Physical Edu cation and Military Science requirements, most of which are on the basis of age, health, or previous military service, are explained in detail in the University Catalog.) The partially completed sample program listed below illustrates how these required courses would appear on the enrollment card of a male freshman. Department c. s. N. S. Course Number 111 . 181 Fall Term Course Title Credits Communication Skills Natural Science (Two or more courses, either pertain- ing to your major or electives of your choice. If required by your major, Social Science would go in here.) 3 4 6-9 Berkey Hall where you'll have some of your classes. 22 THE HELOT H.P.R. M.S. or A. S. 115 101 Foundations of Physical Education Military Science or Air Science Total Credits 1 1 15-18 A number of points about this outline should be clarified: A - In some majors, the 6 to 9 credits are specified. In other majors, selections may be made from several recommended courses. For "no preference" students, the courses may be selected from the various elective courses open to freshmen. B - Foundations of Physical Education 115 is required of all fresh men, men and women, in their first term. Other physical educa tion courses will be available in later terms. C - Men will have an opportunity at registration time to indicate their preference for Military Science (Army) or Air Science. D -The words "quarter" and "term" are used interchangeably. The M.S.U. academic year consists of the fall, winter, spring, and summer "quarters" or "terms." Students may enter the University at the beginning of any term. The material presented here is arranged for students who enter in the fall term and who do not plan to attend the summer term. E - Your winter and spring term programs will include the required comses listed above unless you complete one or more of the University College courses by examination at the end of the fall or winter terms. (Information about this provision is in cluded in the University Catalog under the topic, "Accelera tion.") You usually would take a different physical education course each term. The courses pertaining to your major may be of the three-term, sequence type (through-the-year comses) or they may be one-term courses. F - The number of credits per term is variable and the following may help in determining the appropriate total number of credits to take: 1 - The minimum number of credits required for full-time stu dents in their first term is 12 and the maximum is 18. (Veterans attending MSU under Public Law 550 must carry a minimum of 14 credits in order to receive full subsistence from the HOW YOU'LL SELECT YOUR COURSES 23 In the majority of MSU majors, a Veterans Administration.) total of 192 credits is required for graduation. This amounts to an average of 16 credits per term. 2 - If you are confident about your academic ability and if you will be reasonably free to devote full efforts to your studies, it may be advisable to take the maximum number of credits per term. In such cases, you would add a free elective or a future required course for which you have the prerequisites. 3 - On the other hand, regardless of the total number of credits required or suggested each term by your major in order to graduate in 12 terms, some of the following factors may make it advisable to take less than the normal number of credits, particularly in your first term: a - If your high school grades are in about the average range or if you feel that you have not yet developed good study habits. b - If some of your basic skills necessary for learning in college, particularly your skill in reading, are somewhat deficient. c - If your health or physical condition might hinder your study efforts. d- If it will be necessary for you to have a part-time job. e - If you have other problems or obligations that will inter fere with your study schedule. 4 - If you take less than the normal number of credits in the first term or two you can, in most majors, still graduate in 12 terms by taking more than the normal credit load in some of your remaining terms. 5 - The range of 12 to 18 credits per term for status as a full-time student is one of the ways in which Michigan State recog nizes individual differences among students. For various rea sons some students upon entering the University are better prepared to carry more credits than others. Success in the University depends in no small measure upon acceptance of the fact of individual differences and upon making academic plans accordingly. The responsibility for making your time schedule of these courses is primarily yours. Consequently, you should become as familiar as possible with the Time Schedule of Courses which you will receive about September 1. Be sure to bring the Time Schedule of Courses with you. GETTING TO KNOW MICHIGAN STATE 25 PART FOUR Getting to Know Your Way Around Michigan State EAST LANSING, the home of Michigan State University, is a residential city of 29,745 persons traditionally dedicated to education. City limits on the west meet those of Lansing, the state capital and bustling industrial center of 108,205 persons. Centrally located in the lower peninsula of Michigan's famed "water wonderland," East Lansing en joys normally mild winters and pleasant summers. The altitude is 863 feet above sea level. Crossing East Lansing from east to west, U.S. Highway #16 traces the northern boundary of the Michigan State University cam pus, separating the East Lansing business district of modern shops from main entrances to the campus along a tree-lined stretch of E. Grand River Avenue, which on class days is a sea of MSU men and coeds, colorful in collegiate attire. THE CAMPUS AND ITS FACILITIES The Michigan State Campus and housing areas of 880 acres im mediately impress visitors and new students with boulevarded streets, pools, sculpture, trees and shrubs. In fact, there are 13,000 trees and shrubs on campus representing more than 3,200 different species. In all, the at-cost value of land, buildings, and equipment amounts to more than $144 million-a sizable investment on the part of the people of Michigan in the young people who, in increasing numbers, today are seeking a college education. The heart of the campus is an area within and surrounding two circle drives-West Circle Drive and East Circle Drive. 17 18 19 CAMPUS OF MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 0 100 200 •OO 600 800 ''°° "'° "'° A A c G H M EBR EE Ed EPL FSL FB FP GH HB HE ! i ~ I ·1 I I 28 THE HELOT West Circle Drive (see map on preceding pages) takes you p~st the most photographed landmark of the campus, Beaumont Memorial Tower. Given to the University by John W. Beaumont, Class of '82, the carillon tower stands on the site of College Hall (1857-1919), the first building in America erected for the teaching of scientific agricul ture. Also on West Circle Drive, you'll see the Library (which con tains more than 770,000 volumes arranged in open shelves so that students may have ready access to them), the Administration Build ing (where student records are kept), the Union Building (where students meet new friends over Cokes or coffee between classes, buy their books and supplies, or relax in the comfortable lounge), the Museum, the home of President Hannah, several classroom buildings, and a group of women's residence halls. East Circle Drive takes you past the Student Services Building (where you'll find the Office of the Dean of Students, the Admissions and Scholarship Office, the Housing Office, the Counseling Center, and the Placement Bureau), the Olin Memorial Health Center, and classroom buildings ranging from natural science to home manage ment. One of the first buildings you'll want to locate on campus will be the Auditorium which is about a block south of East Circle Drive. Here you'll go for a convocation your first Monday on campus, and here you'll register for your courses. Later in the year you'll return to this building for outstanding cultural events. East of the Auditorium, you'll see Fairchild Theatre (where you'll attend campus plays) and Kresge Art Center (a facility second to none in the country), where exciting exhibits of some of the world's finest art may be found. Both the easternmost and westernmost parts of the campus are housing areas. On the east are residence halls for women, Van Hoosen apartment residence hall for women, Owen Graduate Center, and Shaw residence hall for men. On the far west, across Harrison Road from the Kellogg Center, is the Brody group of residence halls for men. Across the Red Cedar River to the south, you'll see physical edu cation facilities including the 76,000-seat football stadium, the ice arena, and the 18-hole golf course; the new impressive College of Education Building; numerous classroom buildings, and apartments for married student families. For those interested in statistics, there are 463 buildings on the campus and housing areas completely equipped to serve the needs of students. These include 67 in the academic area, 20 residence halls or apartment buildings, 179 apartment buildings for 1,940 married GETTING TO KNOW MICHIGAN ST ATE 29 student families, 61 buildings with 234 living units for faculty and staff, and 136 buildings, temporary in structure, that are for multi purpose use. THE FACULTY AND THE PROGRAM Onto this campus has been brought an instructional faculty of 1,198 members. This faculty, alert and capable, has been built through the years by seeking persons who are fitted by temperament and train ing to help students attain proficiency in general education and specialized fields , discover their abilities, interests, needs and goals, and assume responsibilities for their individual growth and develop ment. Organized into nine colleges (Agriculture, Business and Public Service, Communication Arts, Education, Engineering, Home Econom ics, Science and Arts, Veterinary Medicine, and the University Col lege) and 79 departments, this faculty has developed a program as up-to-date as today's newspaper. To cite just a few of the current highlights of this program: • Keeping pace with the demands of the space age, the curric ulum in electrical engineering requires a junior student today to have as much mathematics as was required for the master's degree 30 years ago. In connection with this interest, staff and students built a high-speed digital computer which is now avail able to the entire University. • The College of Education now has the largest teacher-training program in the entire nation. With a unique off-campus quarter, whereby the person doing student teaching can live in the com munity, this teacher-training program has developed as an effec tive job placement device resulting in offers to most graduates from the same school systems they serve as practice teachers. • As the country has become extremely conscious of the worth of studying foreign languages, Michigan State has been able to offer its students a language learning laboratory whose 32 booths permit a student to do two years of language work in just one year. • An "Honors College" program, unique in all America, enables top students considerable freedom in selecting their fields of in quiry and opportunity to delve deeply into the great issues of the day. • The Federal Bureau of Investigation, which ought to know about such things, rates the School of Police Administration as the finest in the country. 30 THE HELOT e Its sister departments around the nation rate the Department of Political Science as at least third best in the United States. e While nationally enrollment in agriculture has declined some thing like 10 per cent in the past several years, at Michigan State the enrollment in the College of Agriculture has gone up 18 per cent. • The College of Veterinary Medicine has the largest graduate enrollment in the nation, and also the largest number of significant research projects of any veterinary medicine school in the country. • A Pulitzer Prize winner continues to produce top-ranking books in addition to his work as an English professor. e The Music Department presents more than 100 free perfor mances a year to enrich the cultural offerings of the campus. e The College of Home Economics is considered among the top three in the United States in the quality of its research. • To teaching, research, and extension work, Michigan State has added the new dimension of international involvement to an extent equaled nowhere. Through agreements with foreign governments, the United States International Cooperation Ad ministration, other governmental agencies, and private founda tions, Michigan State University maintains five major advisory groups in countries of Asia and Latin America-Colombia, Okin awa, Brazil, Vietnam, and Pakistan. It frankly would take shelves to hold all that has been written in books and magazines about the Michigan State program. In months ahead, you will discover more and more exciting facts about the various aspects of the program and those persons who make it what it is. The nine colleges offering courses, plus the School for Advanced Graduate Studies and the Honors College, are described in following paragraphs. THE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE The University College, until recently known as the Basic College, is designed to provide for each student, regardless of his major field or vocational aspirations, a common core of rigorous courses in gen eral education. General education in University College embraces those fundamental areas of knowledge which should be the common possession of all educated men and women-wholly apart from the training provided by the specialized disciplines. GETTING TO KNOW MICHIGAN STATE 31 All freshmen and sophomores are enrolled in both the U niver sity College and the College in which they wish to major. This dual enrollment is referred to as enrollment in the University College with "a preference" for a major in a certain College. Students who have not selected their major are enrolled in the University College as "no preference" students. The four University College courses, Communication Skills, Na tural Science, Social Science, and Humanities, are required in all majors that lead to a bachelor's degree. In most majors these four courses are taken in the freshman and sophomore years. These are three-term (full-year) courses and comprise approximately one-half the total academic credits taken in the freshmen and sophomore years, or about one-fourth the total credits required for graduation. Edward A. Carlin is Dean of the University College. The Uni versity College Office is in 104 University College Building. COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE The College of Agriculture, the oldest division of Michigan State University, is also the oldest agricultural college of its kind in the nation. Departments include agricultural chemistry, agricultural econom ics, agricultural engineering, animal husbandry, dairy, farm crops, fisheries and wild life, food science, forest products, forestry, horticul ture, poultry husbandry, resource development, short courses, soil science, and the school of packaging. In addition, the Agricultural Experiment Station and the Cooperative Extension Service are parts of the College of Agriculture. Thomas K. Cowden is Dean of the College. Offices are located in 104 Agricultural Hall. COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND PUBLIC SERVICE The largest college on the campus, the College of Business and Public Service maintains curricula to train for leadership and compe tence in industry, government, or other fields of administration and research. The College is composed of the following departments in busi ness administration: Accounting and Financial Administration, Busi ness Services, Marketing and Transportation Administration, and Personnel and Production Administration. In addition to the programs in business administration, the College includes the Department of Economics, School of Police Administration and Public Safety, De partment of Political Science, School of Hotel, Restaurant and Insti- 32 THE HELOT tutional Management, School of Social Work, and Department of Urban Planning and Landscape Architecture. The Graduate School of Business Administration offers work leading to the Masters' and Doctors' degrees in the various business areas. The Bureau of Busi ness and Economic Research and the Bureau of Social and Political Research serve as research outlets for departments in the College. Alfred L. Seelye is Dean of the College. Offices are located in 114 Morrill Hall. COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION ARTS Established in 1955, the College is the first of its kind in the United States. It encompasses degree-granting programs in mass, group, and interpersonal communications - advertising, journalism, radio, television, drama, rhetoric and public address, speech pathol ogy, and speech education. Its departments include advertising, tele vision-radio-film, journalism, general communication arts and speech. The Communications Research Center conducts basic and applied research in appropriate areas. The College has no administrative relationship with the campus media (a daily newspaper, two radio stations, a television station, and seven magazines) but its students use these media for practical laboratory experience. Fred S. Siebert is Dean of the College. The Communication Arts Office is in B Wells Hall. COLLEGE OF EDUCATION The College of Education provides professional education pro grams for elementary and secondary teachers, college instructors, and adult educators. It also provides for the professional preparation of personnel who offer leadership or special services in the educational system, such as counselors, principals, superintendents, supervisors, and visiting teachers. Teaching certificates, issued upon completion of the required cur riculum, enable graduates to teach in public schools in Michigan. Teaching certificates may be earned by students other than education majors upon completion of a number of education courses. Student teaching is required of all candidates for the teaching certificate. This internship is carried out in nearby public schools. C. E. Erickson is Dean of the College of Education. Offices of the College are in 501 Education Building. GE111NG TO KNOW MICHIGAN S1A1E 33 COLlEGE OF ENGINEERING The College of Engineering has established various curricula to prepare students for entrance into any of several fields. These pro grams are as broad as possible while still offering a high degree of specialization. Engineering students are especially trained in practice and ap plication of scientific method, engineering procedures, and experi mental work in ~ngineering problems. College of Engineering curricula which may be entered include agricultural engineering, applied mechanics, chemical engineering, civil and sanitary engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical en gineering, and metallurgical engineering. The College maintains a Division of Engineering Research, and operates a Computer Lab oratory for the University. J. D. Ryder is Dean of Engineering at MSU. Offices of the Col lege of Engineering are located in 101 Olds Hall. COLLEGE OF HOME ECONOMICS Students in the College of Home Economics are educated in the science and art of home living and are prepared for careers in home economics. The College offers professional training in general home eco nomics, foods and nutrition, child development, clothing and textiles and home furnishings. Elective courses are offered to students majoring in other fields and a two-year terminal course is offered in cooperation with the University College. Thelma Porter is Home Economics Dean. Home Economics of fices are located in 7 Home Economics Building. COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND ARTS Employing the largest teaching staff of any college at the Uni versity, the College of Science and Arts attempts to provide a liberal education for all students and encourages students in specialized cur ricula to take advantage of its courses. Science and Arts majors identify themselves with any one of five divisions wherein their major program lies. These divisions include Biological Science, offering training in botany and plant pathology, entomology, microbiology and public health, physiology and pharma cology, zoology, and nursing; Fine Arts, including art and music; Lan guages and Literature, containing departments of English and foreign 34 THE HELOT languages; Mathematical and Physical Sciences, including chemistry, geology, mathematics, physics and astronomy, and statistics; and Social Sciences, composed of departments of foreign studies, geography, his tory, philosophy, psychology, religion, and sociology and anthropology. Other units of the College are: the Kellogg Gull Lake Biological Sta tion, the Science and Mathematics Teaching Center (jointly with the College of Education), Liberal Arts Program for Adults, African Language and Area Center, and the Centennial Review, quarterly publication. Lloyd C. Ferguson is Dean of the College of Science and Arts. Science and Arts offices are in 101 Natural Science Building. COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE The College of Veterinary Medicine offers two curricula, one in veterinary medicine, leading to a bachelor's degree in four years or a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in six, the other in medical technology, leading to a bachelor's degree. Although the pre-veterinary program is not limited, admissions to the professional veterinary medicine program are limited to 64 per year, with students from Michigan given first preference and students from states not maintaining a veterinary school given second. The medical technology curriculum, leading to the Bachelor of Science degree, is designed to train students for laboratory work in bacteriology, pathology and biochemistry. During the senior year in the program, students gain experience as interns in approved laboratories. W. A. Armistead is Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine. Offices are in Giltner Hall, veterinary medicine in room 103 and medi cal technology in room 100. SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED GRADUATE STUDIES Eight colleges are authorized to give advanced degrees covering 275 fields of study. Sixty-six of the departments in these colleges are authorized to give both the Master's and the Doctor's degree. The colleges offering graduate programs are: Agriculture, Business and Public Service, Communication Arts, Education, Engineering, Home Economics, Science and Arts, Veterinary Medicine. The Dean of the Graduate School in collaboration with the Uni versity Graduate Council exercises over-all review and supervision of the graduate programs conducted in the several colleges. Each col lege administers its own graduate programs within the framework of policies and regulations established for the University and consistent with the highest national professional standards of respective fields. GETTING TO KNOW MICHIGAN STATE 35 Authorization to offer programs leading to doctoral degrees and the Diploma for Advanced Graduate Studies requires the approval of the Graduate Council before confirmation by the Academic Council and Senate. Academic programs are in the hands of competent faculty enjoying national and international reputations. Michigan State Uni versity ranks 22nd in the number of Doctor's degrees awarded an nually. This past year 172 Doctor's degrees were granted. Milton E. Muelder is Vice President for Research Development and Dean of the School for Advanced Graduate Studies. HONORS COLLEGE Closely coordinated with the foregoing colleges is the Honors Col lege, which provides a situation in which students of high ability are constantly challenged by the most advanced work for which each is ready. It also offers flexibility in the program of students who have special educational goals. All students who have finished their freshman year at Michigan State with a "B+" average are given the option of entering the Honors College. Transfer students from other universities and from junior colleges who have achieved a 3.5 average are given the same option if their record during the first quarter at Michigan State is at a "B+" level. The Honors College scholar is assigned an adviser in the field of his major interest; the adviser and the student then work out a program of study that seems appropriate for the individual. Except for the total number of credits, all course requirements for graduation are waived. Permission may be granted to take advanced under graduate or graduate courses regardless of usual course prerequisites. The program may include independent study under a faculty member, course credit by examination, or interdisciplinary study In short, the students in suited to the individual's needs or talents. the Honors College are allowed and encouraged to take more ad vanced work in their chosen field, or related fields, just as soon as they are ready for it. In addition, seminars, colloquia and other co-curricular functions are arranged for Honors College students. Members of the College are granted graduate student privileges in the University library and the use of an Honors College lounge. A high percentage of Honors College graduates have gone on to Graduate School and professional schools and most have been assured of graduate fellowships, scholar ships, or assistantships. Stanley J. Idzerda is Assistant to the Provost for the Honors Col lege. The Honors College office is in 404 Library. 36 THE HELOT THE MICHIGAN STATE STUDENTS Attracted to this program, students from all over Michigan-in fact, from throughout the United States and many foreign countries come each fall to enroll at Michigan State. The student body expected this fall will be one of outstanding quality, for over the past five years, entering classes have averaged 43 per cent of their members from the top quarter of their high school graduating classes. This has come about in part because Mich igan State ranks in a group of just five per cent of American colleges and universities that have a selective admissions policy. This is unlike approximately 1,700 colleges and universities which in effect accept all students who apply. Michigan State students attend classes on the quarter or term basis, rather than the semester system common to high school. This year classes will begin September 25 and close December 11. The winter term will start January 5 and end March 19. The spring term will be from March 29 to June 10. THE ADMINISTRATION To serve Michigan State students, members of the administration direct and carry out a diversity of meaningful activities. From the Administration building, President Hannah, who is appointed by the Board of Trustees, the governing board for the University selected by the people of Michigan, presides over the whole University operation. His chief aides include: Dr. Paul A. Miller, Pro vost, who heads the instructional program; Philip J. May, Vice Presi dent for Business and Finance and Treasurer; Dr. Milton E. Muelder, Vice President for Research Development and Dean of the School for Advanced Graduate Studies; Dr. Gordon A. Sabine, Vice President for Special Projects and Director of the Office of Admissions and Scholarships, and James H. Denison, Assistant to the President and Director of University Relations. Dedicated to the task of helping young people secure higher edu cation and have opportunities to grow to the extent of their abilities and interests through the Michigan State University experience, these men are seeking to provide top quality instruction both for you and for the growing number of students who will be coming to Michigan State in years ahead. As already mentioned, Michigan State is organized academically in nine colleges. All these must be administered. But that's just a be- GETTING TO KNOW MICHIGAN STATE 37 ginning. There must be persons to take charge and take care of resi dence halls, dining halls, the health center, the counseling center, a registrar's office, a purchasing office, an athletic program, etc. And this list can be extended to include a bookstore, the radio and television stations, the audio-visual center, and many, many other offices and units essential to the operation of a great university. Elsewhere in this booklet several of these units are described. In this foregoing part of the Helot, we have been talking briefly about Michigan State's facilities, its faculty, its administration, its organization, its program, and its students. Within a few weeks you'll be on campus as a student. When you arrive, don't hesitate to ask questions. You'll be among friends-persons who'll be among the greatest friends you'll ever know. They'll be happy to help you learn your way around Michigan State. MSU's Outdoor Swimming Pool 38 THE HELOT Many of the Student Personnel Services are located in the Student Services Building. PART FIVE SERVICES AND FACILITIES 39 These People are Here to Help You MANY SERVICES AND FACILITIES will be available to y-0u as a Michigan State student. There'll be someone to help you regardless of what your need or problem may be - academic, financial, or personal. Student Personnel Services Several of these services are under the direction of the Dean of Students. Called Student Personnel Services, they include the Coun seling Center, the Office of the Foreign Student Adviser, the Health Center, the Housing Office, the Placement Bureau, and the Alumni Office. All are described in following pages. The Dean of Students Office proper is divided into the Men's Division and the Women's Division of Student Affairs. Both the Men's Division and the Women's Division assist students with their problems, act as agencies of information, and refer students to proper University offices where information and help can be secured. Students residing in residence halls can usually receive desired information from a member of the hall advisory staff, but all students, regardless of where they reside, are encouraged to visit the Dean of Students Office or the Men's Division or Women's Division of Student Affairs concerning any type of assistance or information they desire. MEN'S DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS The Men's Division has as its major function the organization and programming of the residence halls, fraternities, co-operatives, student government, and student organizations. In addition, this division has general administrative responsibilities for loans, within term with drawals, advisement of students with personal problems, and disci plinary matters relating to men students. The Men's Division is located on the first floor of the Student Services Building. 40 THE HELOT WOMEN'S DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS The Women's Division is responsible for implementing the per sonnel program as it relates to women students. Major functions in volve the organization and operation of women's residence halls, sororities, Associated Women Students, and all women's organizations. In addition, the screening of loan requests, withdrawals, referrals for personal problems, registration of social events, and disciplinary matters for all women students are concerns of this division. The Women's Division is also located on the first floor of the Student Services Building. COUNSELING CENTER Many new students need help in adjusting to their university en vironment. Some may be concerned about choosing a vocation or selecting a major. Others may discover that they are having difficulty with course work. Some may have personal problems. The Counseling Center has been established to give assistance to students with problems such as these. In a permissive atmosphere in which he may express his feelings and thoughts, the student is helped by the counselor to gain new insight into his problems and possible solutions. A complete testing service is maintained, and when it is appro priate, the counselor and the student may select tests to appraise abili ties, interests, or personality characteristics. Students also frequently make use of The Library of Occupational Information which the Center maintains. Counseling is usually initiated by the student. Appointments with a counselor can be made by phone (Ext. 2563) or in person by seeing the Center receptionist. The Counseling Center is located in Room 207 Student Services Building and is open from 8 a.m. to 12 noon and from 1 to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday each week. OFFICE OF THE FOREIGN STUDENT ADVISER The Foreign Student Adviser's Office gives assistance where needed to foreign students in matters relating to their incorporation into the life of the University. Assistance is also available on matters pertaining to visas, passports, and reports to embassies and consulates. This office is in Room 339D, Student Services Building. HEALTH CENTER The Olin Memorial Health Center provides facilities for students in need of medical, acute surgical, or psychiatric care. Office hours: SERVICES AND FACILITIES 41 Monday through Friday, 8 to 11 a.m. and 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays for emergencies and urgent cases only. All students regularly enrolled in the University and taking 7 or more credit hours are entitled to health service during the term in which they are enrolled. Any student, who has been eligible for care in the immediate past fall or winter term, may use these services during the winter or spring recess provided he or she intends to enroll in the subsequent winter or spring term. If a student utilizes the facility during a recess period and then fails to enroll for the sub sequent term, he or she will be billed for the services rendered at the conventional medical fees. No fee is charged the student for his or her visit to the Health Center if the visit occurs during the hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Students requesting services after 7 p.m. and before 7 a.m. are charged a service fee of $1 for that visit. All medications and medical supplies are dispensed at a cost plus a reasonable handling fee. X-ray services are provided on a cost of the film basis. The services of the Departments of Mental Hygiene and Physio therapy are provided for a "per visit" fee which is specifically estab lished for each case and varies with the extent and type of services involved. Students who have procured, at their own expense, special medi cations or allergy vaccines, may have the scheduled administration of the products performed at the Health Center for a minimal service fee for each treatment. The University does not pay for ambulance service unless the need for such service arises from injuries sustained through classroom work, participation in scheduled intramural sports events, or university em ployment. The ambulance fee in all other cases is charged to the involved student. Students who are too ill to attend classes are hospitalized in the University hospital under the care of Health Center staff physicians and at a charge derived solely from the above-mentioned fees, which are apropos to their respective cases. There is no charge for the hospital room and meals up to a total of 40 hospital days per student in any one school year. After a total of 40 hospital days has been sur passed, a fee of $12, plus the conventional drug and special services charges, will be made for each additional day. Consultants are called upon the recommendations of the staff physicians and their fees are charged to the respective students. All surgeon's and anesthetist's fees are charged to the respective students. 42 THE HELOT Respective parents are notified by the Health Center, at once, through a person-to-person prepaid long distance telephone call when ever a student is hospitalized in any of the following categories: 1. serious or significant illnesses 2. surgical observation or emergency surgery 3. 4. prolonged hospitalization anticipated 5. significant emotional upsets traumatic cases (auto accidents, significant falls, etc.) If any student is in the hospital 72 hours after admission and the respective parent has not been notified because the case did not ap pear to fall into any of the above cited categories, the proper parent is then notified by the same type of prepaid telephone call. If a parent has visited the student during the 72-hour post-admission period, the phone call is not placed. HOUSING OFFICE The Housing Office, Room 259 of the Student Services Building, maintains a close working relationship with the management of the residence halls and the married housing units on campus. Here all assignments are made to men's residence halls, women's residence halls, and married housing units. In addition, this office maintains a listing of off-campus rooms available. The office approves homes, makes periodic householder contacts and annual inspections, and serves as a mediary in any student-householder disputes. All initial inquiries about housing should be directed to this office. PLACEMENT BUREAU The Placement Bureau, in Room 142 of the Student Services Build ing, is one of the outstanding centralized placement operations in the country serving both students and alumni. The Placement operation is the result of the administration's philosophy "that the University not only has an obligation to educate its students but also a responsibility of helping these same students find the right job after their formal training." The Bureau serves seniors in securing jobs after graduation by arranging interviews with interested companies, by keeping up-to-date records of job opportunities, holding an annual Career Carnival, and sponsoring career conferences. A service to students seeking part-time employment while attend ing school is also maintained. Employers on and off campus list job opportunities with the Bureau and these are posted on the Student Employment Service bulletin board. Students possessing certain skills SERVICES AND FACILITIES 43 that are in demand by employers are registered by the Bureau and referred to positions as they are listed. For on-campus jobs, full-time students are permitted to work up to 20 hours per week. To work more hours a high grade point average is necessary and written per mission from the Dean of Students is required. First-term freshmen are advised not to work until they are certain that they have the time to work without interfering with their studies. Types of jobs that are available through the Placement Bureau include janitorial work, office work, sales, housework, tutoring, waiting tables, yard jobs, and work in the skilled trades. The Placement Bureau also arranges contacts for summer em ployment for students. Job opportunities are solicited from prospec tive employers and then listed in the summer catalog according to the type of job. Opportunities are listed in fields of business, industry, hotel management, packaging, recreation, food service, construction, and many other areas. Annually the Placement Bureau sponsors the Career Carnival. This event is designed to give vocational information to the entire student body. M.S.U. LOANS A university loan service aids students needing assistance in meet ing payments for tuition or board and room. Three general qualifica tions are required for any type of loan: evidence of need, an all-uni versity C-average, and a satisfactory university citizenship record. Any student, except a first-term freshman, is eligible to apply for financial assistance through the loan program. A maximum of $150 may be loaned to freshmen, $300 to sophomores, $450 to juniors, and $600 to seniors. Loans may be extended up to two years beyond graduation. All loans for more than 90 days bear an interest of 4 per cent. A National Defense Student Loan Fund has been established by the federal and state governments in agreement with Michigan State University. In the selection of students for these loans, special con sideration is given to (a) students with superior academic backgrounds who express a desire to teach in elementary or secondary schools, and (b) students whose academic backgrounds indicate superior capacity or preparation ill science, mathematics, engineering, or a modern lan guage. To be eligible for loans from this fund, an applicant must be a full-time student in good standing. A freshman must have been ranked in the upper quarter of his high school graduating class. Other students must maintain a 2.6 all-university grade point average and make normal progress toward the degree for which they are working. The specific amount to be loaned to any student is determined on the 44 THE HELOT basis of need, availability of funds, and evaluation of scholastic ability. Maximum amount to be loaned to a student is $1,000 a year. All loan applications and promissory notes for minors must be co-signed by a parent or guardian. Further information may be obtained from the Loan Office in the Men's Division of Student Affairs, 162 Student Services Building. ALUMNI RELATIONS OFFICE The Alumni Relations Office does liaison work between the gen eral alumni body and the University. The office maintains records and mailing lists of all alumni and correlates off-campus organizations with the affairs of the institution. MSU DEVELOPMENT FUND A Development Fund receives money and other gifts from alumni and friends of the University. While this office is not directly serving current students, its activi ties are working for the betterment of the University and for the strengthening of the alumni body which both indirectly help students. IMPROVEMENT SERVICES Student Services Michigan State offers non-credit courses for students who need to gain better understanding and ability in using the fundamental processes of communication and mathematics. The courses are of fered without charge to full-time students. Although the Improvement Services are primarily for new undergraduates, any student who needs help may enroll in appropriate courses. New students who receive low scores on the arithmetic orienta tion test are required to enroll in Arithmetic Improvement, which meets two hours a week. New students whose scores indicate deficiencies in both reading and writing are required to enroll in Preparatory English, which meets four hours a week. Freshmen with such deficiencies are not allowed to take Communications Skills 111 until satisfactory completion of Preparatory English. They may not carry a course load of more than 12 credit hours, including Physical Education and Military Science. Any student who fails Preparatory English twice must withdraw from the University. The Reading Improvement course is designed for students who make relatively low scores on the reading test and for other students SERVICES AND FACIUTJES 45 who wish to read with increased speed of comprehension. The class meets two hours a week. English as a Foreign Language is required of foreign students who make low scores on the Foreign Student English Test. The class meets six hours a week. SCHOLARSHIP OFFICE The scholarship program at Michigan State is administered through the Scholarship Office, Room 202 in the Student Services Building. Most scholarships available are those established and main tained by the Board of Trustees. There are also scholarships which have been established for students in particular fields. A faculty committee on scholarships reviews all applications. The Trustees Scholarship is awarded to qualified high school seniors of Michigan who have demonstrated ability in scholastic performance, citizenship, and extracurricular activities. These scholarships are granted for one year, and are renewable provided the student main tains the academic standards prescribed by the University Scholar ship Committee. Students who have completed three terms or 42 credit hours, regardless of school or residence, may apply for scholarships if they exhibit an outstanding academic record, leadership, and financial need. Transfer students may qualify for these awards after they have completed one term. There are certain scholarship aids to be granted under conditions prescribed by the donor. These endowment scholar ships are used generally as grants-in-aid and the Scholarship Commit tee requires that the student be enrolled for one year and show aca demic ability as well as financial need to the point that the applicant could not remain in school without this aid. VETERANS ADMINISTRATION GUIDANCE CENTER The Veterans Administration maintains an office located at Room 221, Student Services Building, to assist veterans and war orphans who are going to school under one of the various Public Laws. This office is primarily concerned with educational and vocational coun seling of veterans and war orphans, although assistance with problems relating to the Veterans Administration will be given. The office is open from 8 to 11:45 a.m. and 1 to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday each week. 46 THE HELOT KELLOGG CENTER Facilities Kellogg Center for Continuing Education is headquarters for all extension programs. Built with funds from the Kellogg Foundation for the promotion of the health, education and welfare of mankind, with out regard to sex, race, creed or nationality, the Kellogg Center each year serves as host to hundreds of conferences. The building also provides training facilities for hotel, restaurant management and institutional management students. Its facilities include 21 conference rooms, several dining rooms, a banquet hall and ballroom and 193 twin-bed rooms. Parents of students, alumni, visiting athletic teams, Lecture-Con cert Series performers and college business visitors are welcome to make use of the Kellogg Center facilities. LIBRAR'.Y Michigan State's $4,000,000 library has total volume holdings of more than 880,500, a volume capacity of more than 1,000,000, a seat ing capacity of 2,500, and a full-time staff of more than 90 persons. The library is open on weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sundays from 2 to 11 p.m. During Welcome Week, new students take guided tours of the library. At this time, procedures and organization of the library are explained. UNION BUILDING The hub of most student activities at Michigan State is the Union Building. Activities within the building are planned and carried out by a student Union Board, whose office is located on the second floor. The Union is the center of student recreation and relaxation for freshmen as well as upperclassmen. Its functional and attractive facili ties are designed to enrich college education and supplement academic accommodations and services. Probably the most populated spot in the Union is the Union Grill. Off the north wing of the grill is Old College Hall, a room traditionally reserved for seniors. On the ground floor below the grill is the Union Cafeteria. With seating capacity of more than 450, it is an ideal place to take guests for dinner. In the first floor concourse is the main desk, which serves as an information center for visitors and students, a cigar and cigarette counter, news stand, and the office for tickets to All-University activi ties except athletics. SERVICES AND FACIUTIES 47 Lost and Found, where articles picked up from all over the campus are deposited, is located in the first floor checkroom in the concourse. Articles are kept for a maximum period of 90 days and then turned over to charitable organizations. For relaxation there is a spacious mixed lounge as well as a women's lounge. Among the recreational facilities are 16 modern bowling alleys with automatic pinsetters and 14 billiard tables located in the Union basement. Also located in the Union are a barber shop, a browsing room, a telephone room, and a music room where students may listen to all kinds of phonograph recordings, from popular to classical. During Welcome Week the busiest place in the Union is the bookstore where books, supplies, and Michigan State souvenirs may be purchased. The second floor ballroom, with a capacity of 300 couples, is used for record and band dances. Dances occasionally are held in the parlors across the second floor concourse. Also found on this floor are private dining rooms and the Union business office. Meeting rooms in the Union are available for any organization by reservations made through the Union manager's office. A table tennis room is located on the fourth floor. Paddles can be checked out at the first floor checkroom. The United Nations Lounge in the Union affords a gathering place for foreign and U.S. students, office room and meeting space for the International Club and the various national and area organi zations among the foreign student body, and an area for exhibits of handicraft and other items of the many cultures represented on campus. Building rules have been kept to a minimum, but a few are necessary for the benefit of the entire student body. Food is not to be taken from the grill to another part of the building. No pictures, furniture, or other equipment is to be moved from one room to another or from the building. All decorations, posters, stunts, showcase and union desk displays must be approved beforehand by petitioning the Union Board. A detailed list of building rules is available in the Union Board offices on the second floor. 48 THE HELOT The Alumni Memorial Chapel, located on the Michigan State campus, is open to all persons, regardless of race or religion. Sunday afternoon vesper services in the Chapel are sponsored by many campus groups. RELIGIOUS LIFE 49 PART SIX Religious Life MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY recognizes that religious values have a vital place in your present and future life. While no two of you will probably embark on exactly the same program of courses at Michigan State, all of you will share one com mon objective - the attainment of a sound philosophy of life. All aspects of your experience at M.S.U. will have some contribu tion to your own pattern of living; the various religious student cen ters near the campus will seek to relate these aspects to the ultimate reality called God and His will for you in your life. While at Michigan State you will not be pressed to adopt the creed of any other church than your own. You'll find there is respect for the convictions of each individual. There is recognition that there are many approaches to spiritual maturity. You'll be free to develop your own personal insights. You'll find religious student centers in East Lansing devoting their facilities to the meeting of student needs. These units have staffs of trained ministers, priests, rabbis, and directors of student activities. The groups provide Michigan State students with the chance for participation in programs of religious worship and the opportunity to meet other students through well-planned social activities. If you're interested in a balanced extracurricular program, you may find par ticipation in a religious group a tremendous asset as you prepare for life after graduation. American Baptist Student Fellowship - The purpose of this group is to pro vide Baptist students an opportunity for personally enriching fellowship and service, and to provide a Baptist witness to the MSU campus. The fellowship seeks to supply a vital supplement to the ministry of the several Baptist churches in the area through a variety of activities - week day prayer and Bible study groups, week night fellowship groups, recreation, discussions, lectures, forums, debates, convocations, conferences, and deputation team ministry. The American Baptist Student Center at 336 Oakhill, East Lansing, is the base of operations, serving as residence for the Baptist chaplain and as student center. Its doors remain open. B'nai B'rith Hillel Foundation-The Foundation at 319 Hillcrest Avenue is designed primarily to give Jewish students a deeper and more significant under standing of their religious and cultural heritage. The program includes religious services on the Holidays and Sabbath evenings followed by Oneg Shabat Socials; forums, discussion and study groups; Sunday evening Supper Clubs and Kosher Kitchens followed by discussions of timely topics. 50 THE HELOT Canterbury Club-Canterbury Club is the officially recognized Episcopal student organization on campus. It meets every Sunday evening in the All Saints Episcopal Church, 800 Abbott Road, and during th e week for special activities that relate to any area of the purpose. Catholic Student Organization-The Catholic Student Organization, under faculty and chaplain direction, endeavors to contribute to the spiritual, educational, and social growth of the Michigan State Catholic student. Activities include Sunday Communion breakfasts, biweekly informal hours, daily rosary novena, lectures, picnics, term dances, discussion, retreats, and student mission. Masses are offered daily at the Catholic Student Chapel, and facilities of the Student Center are always available. Two priests are in residence at the Rectory, 327 M.A.C., and are available for private and group conference. Channing Murray Fellowship - The Channing Murray Fellowship is a Uni tarian-Universalist student organization affiliated with the International Religious Fellowship and the continental Liberal Religious Youth. Meetings are held Sun day evenings in the Union. Programs consist of discussions, forums on ethical, philosophical and religious subjects, and recreation. Christian Science Organization-The Christian Science Organization is com posed of Michigan State students who indicate a preference for Christian Science when entering the University. Weekly meetings, conducted by students, are held each Tuesday evening during the academic year in the Union Building. Christian Student Foundation-The Christian Student Foundation is the interdenominational student organization at Michigan State for Congregational, Disciples, Evangelical and Reformed, Evangelical United Brethren, and Peoples Church. Through forum and study groups there is opportunity to discuss topics which are vital in the areas of faith and life. Worship, deputations and service projects offer opportunity for growth and personal enrichment. Disciples Student Fellowship - The Disciples Student Fellowship is spon sored by the Michigan Christian Missionary Society and the First Christian Church (Disciples) at Eureka and Holmes Streets, Lansing. The D.S.F. meets every Sunday evening in the Union Building. The Student Center is located at 133 Milford, East Lansing. Liahona Fellowship- Liahona Fellowship is the officially recognized student organization of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on the campus. Liahona Fellowship meets every Sunday evening and during the week when special meetings are called. Missouri Synod Martin Luther Chapel-Location of the Student Center is at 444 Abbott Road. Gamma Delta, the organization of Lutheran students of the Synodical Conference, meets every Sunday evening for cost supper and fellowship. The chapel is open daily. Morning worship services are held on Sundays. National Lutheran Council-University Lutheran Church- The Lutheran Stu dent Association meets every Sunday evening. The association is open to Lutheran and all other interested students. Student members of the congregation sponsor socials and discussions, sing in the choir, usher, teach, and serve on the Church Council. Holy Communion is celebrated on festivals and Wednesdays at 7 a.m., followed by breakfast at 7: 30. The Student Center-Church is located at Division and Ann Streets (Two blocks north of Berkey Hall). Pan-Orthodox Student Association-The Pan-Orthodox Student Association of Michigan State University was formed in January, 1952, with Orthodox ecclesias- RELIGIOUS LIFE 51 tical approbation. Membership is open to all Eastern Orthodox students at MSU, regardless of national background. The Association encourages students to attend the Divine Liturgy at either of Lansing's two Eastern Orthodox parishes: St. Andrew's at 2621 North East Street, or Holy Trinity (Hellenic) parish at 109 East Elm Street and South Washington Avenue. Presbyterian Campus Christian Fellowship-Uniting all Presbyterians on campus is the purpose of this group. Its purpose is three-fold: worship, fellow ship, and service. A Sunday evening program with worship at 6:30 followed by discussion is held each week at the Alumni Chapel on campus. Religious Society of Friends-Friends, or Quakers, meet each Sunday morning at College House, 148 Grand River, for the purpose of waiting upon God in fellowship. Meetings for public worship are grounded in silence, without program and without the mediation of an individual between the worshiper and God. Meetings for business, discussion groups, and work projects are scheduled through out the year. Sunday School for children is held in fhe basement concurrently with the meeting for worship. Spartan Christian Fellowship-Spartan Christian Fellowship is the MSU chapter of the international Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship. Activities include fall and spring conferences, campus programs, prayer meetings, and various social activities. Informal lecture-type evening programs are presented weekly in the Union Building or at Bethel Manor, 803 E. Grand River Ave. Trinity Collegiate Fellowship-Trinity Collegiate Fellowship, a Christ-centered, interdenominational student organization, is designed to deepen and strengthen the spiritual life of the MSU student. Weekly meetings are held on Sunday evenings in the Educational Building of Trinity Church. Services are held in East Lansing Trinity Church, 120 Spartan Avenue. University-Community Branch, Young Men's Christian Association-The Uni versity YMCA, active on campus since 1881, has become a pottion of the over-all program of the greater Lansing YMCA. Thus not only are the facilities of the Y House at 314 Evergreen available to members, but also the facilities of the downtown Y. Participation and/or membership does not imply any particular religious affiliation; rather the "C" in YMCA implies the Christian atmosphere in which participation in search and service is undertaken. Wesley Foundation-Wesley Foundation is the Methodist Student Movement at Michigan State University providing opportunity for spiritual, social, and intel lectual growth for individuals of the campus community. At the heart of Wesley Foundation are persons who are seeking to develop a coherent philosophy of life, integrating their academic knowledge with all experience, and doing so within the fellowship of Christ and His Church. To accomplish this purpose, a program of inspiration, worship, study, discussion, service, and recreation is provided. This program includes a Sunday Evening Forum. A new Wesley Foundation building is located at S. Harrison Road and Sever Drive. PART SEVEN WHERE YOU WILL LIVE 53 Where You Will Live at Michigan State AS AN INTEGRAL PART of the Michigan State program of higher educa tion, student housing is designed to give you th:e greatest possible experience in group living, self-discipline, and development of good taste and social manners. MEN'S RESIDENCE HALLS Men have been assigned to the following residence halls: Armstrong Bailey Bryan Butterfield Emmons Rather East Shaw West Shaw Owen Graduate Center (Men) The five halls, Bailey, Bryan, Butterfield, Emmons, and Rather, are known as the Brody group. Brody Hall is centrally located and furnishes dining and recreational facilities for halls in the group. A resident adviser lives in each residence hall to counsel with and assist residents. He's usually a man completing his doctorate in the personnel and guidance area. The resident adviser's office is centrally located and always accessible to his students. Each hall is divided into precincts and there is a resident assistant (usually an upperclass student) for each one. The "RA" supervises organization of precinct athletic teams, parties, exchange dinners, other social activities, and generally helps students in his precinct over any rough spots they may encounter. Rooms in the residence halls are set up to accommodate three men. The University furnishes the rooms with beds, inner-spring mattresses, pillows, dressers, study desks, chairs, waste baskets, win dow drapes and, in the Brody group, study lamps. Linens and towels are also furnished. Room and closet space is limited and residents are encouraged to bring only seasonal attire that will be used. Trunks and foot lockers are not allowed in the rooms; they are taken to the storage room and left there until time to leave. Students meet just outside Campbell Hall, residence hall for women. 54 THE HELOT Residence hall rooms are comfortable. In each residence is a valet room with equipment for washing, drying, and ironing clothes. You'll be able to obtain newspapers, magazines, and recreational equipment such as footballs, billiard cues, and so forth, in the mail room of your hall. Each residence hall has a grill at which students can obtain coffee, hamburgers, and snacks, as well as shaving supplies, toothpaste, cigarettes, and candy. Your meals will be served cafeteria-style in the dining rooms. Preparation of food is under close supervision of a group of trained Students eat cafeteria-style in attractive dining rooms. WHERE YOU WILL LIVE 55 dietitians; menus are planned by a committee of food supervisors. Menus and hours are posted on the residence hall bulletin boards. Each residence hall has a council, composed of representatives from each precinct, which is the legislative body of the hall and which sponsors residence hall events. It is financed by a small dues assess ment collected from each student in the fall term. Social activities include frequent record dances, exchange dinners with women's groups, term parties, and precinct dinners. Residence halls also take part in various all-University activities, including Spartacade, Water Carnival, and Junior 500. WOMEN'S RESIDENCE HALLS Women have been assigned to the following residence halls: Abbott Campbell Gilchrist Landon Mason Mayo Phillips Snyder Williams Yakeley Owen Graduate Center (Women) Furnishings in women's halls include single beds, mattresses, pillows, chests, mirrors, study desks and chairs, and an easy chair. Coeds bring their own blankets, dresser scarves, and study lamps. Coeds may also bring small rugs and wall hangings, but space limits prohibit additional furniture. Linens, washcloths and towels are fur nished. Radios may be brought into the rooms, but they must be used with consideration for others. Trunks are not allowed in the rooms; they are stored in luggage rooms on the ground floor of each hall. Personal laundry facilities, including electric irons and dryers, are available in each residence hall, along with hair dryers. For late snacks, kitchenettes are located throughout the residence halls. Here coeds may brew coffee, make toast, and fix sandwiches. Under no circumstances may girls cook in their rooms. Each hall has a recreation room where residents will find a pleasant place to have meetings, play cards, or just sit and talk. Each residence hall and unit within the hall has its own govern mental organization charged with the responsibility for implementing the program within the hall. The coordinating body is the Women's Inter-residence Association, composed of a President's Council and Women's Inter-residence Council with representation on a population basis. The scholastic, social, sports, safety, and judicial programs and 56 THE HELOT Trained dietitians supervise the preparation and serving of meals. There's a pleasant, friendly atmosphere at mealtime. projects are financed by house dues assessed at the beginning of the fall term. Residents of the Women's halls are also represented in such all university bodies as Associated Women Students and All-University Student Government. RESIDENCE HALL ASSIGNMENTS Your residence hall assignment has been made by the Office of the Housing Director upon receiving a completed housing application and $25 deposit from you. As a freshman or transfer student, you are required to live in a University residence hall your first year at Michigan State. Exceptions to this rule of required residence are students who live at home with parents, married students, transfer students 21 years of age or those who have been admitted to upper school (junior standing), and veterans who live in off-campus University-approved housing. In all cases, exceptions must be approved by the Housing Director. Veter ans are defined as those who have served with the armed forces for 21 or more months. Anyone commuting from home beyond a 50-mile radius must have special permission from the Housing Director. WHERE YOU WILL LIVE 57 CONTRACTS The contract which you sign when assigned to a hall covers the entire school year for both room and board. If you leave school, the contract is automatically terminated; however, the contract is still in force should you return during that school year. To obtain a release from your contract for any other reason, you must file a written request on a form secured from your resident adviser. This request is submitted to the Contract Committee whose decisions are final. There are few reasons warranting a release from your housing contract. ROOM AND BOARD It is a University policy that residents pay in advance for room and board. However, because some students would have difficulty doing this, a payment schedule has been devised which is sent to all new students and posted in the residence halls. A certain minimum amount must be paid at registration and two other installments are paid over the quarter. Questions regarding this "Pay As You Learn" plan should be directed to the University Business Office, Administra tion Building, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan. Friends are quickly made and scenes like this one in Phillips Hall are not at all unusual. 58 THE HELOT APARTMENT RESIDENCE HALL FOR WOMEN Although it is not open to freshmen, one of the newest housing units on campus - one that you girls may be interested in when you become sophomores - is Van Hoosen residence hall. It contains 32 apartments, each accommodating four to six women. Each apartment has a bedroom, bath, living-study room, and kitchen-dining area. Students in each unit share the cooking and cleaning in their unit and pay for their own telephone. In addition, they staff the reception desk in the lobby of the hall for about four hours a month. Women must have at least a sophomore standing, recommenda tions from two persons, and a 2.2 all-University academic record to be assigned to Van Hoosen: MEN'S CO-OPERATIVES Another type of housing around Michigan State is what's called the Men's Co-operatives. Here again, this type of housing is not open to freshmen. However, you men may want to consider a Co-operative a year from now. In brief, the Men's Co-operatives are made up of men students who live and work together, owning and operating their own houses. The men themselves manage their houses, buy supplies, cook and serve meals, make repairs, and do everything necessary in a smooth running organization. The Co-operatives carry out these functions under rules and regulations of the University under supervision of an assistant to the Dean of Students. Men's Co-operatives at Michigan State are Beal House, Bower House, Elsworth House, Hedrick House, Howland House, Motts House, and Ulrey House. To apply for membership in a Men's Co operative, a student may submit his name to the house in which he is interested or place his name on file with the assistant to the Dean of Students in charge of them. MARRIED HOUSING Cherry Lane Apartments, University Village, and Spartan Village, all in the southwest section of the campus, provide 1,940 modern apart ments for married students. These furnished apartments have venetian blinds, two lounge chairs, a sofa-lounge (may be converted into a bed), desk, and dinette with four matching chairs. The master bedroom has a double bed, chest of drawers, and a mirror. In the two-bedroom apartments, the second bedroom has only a chest of drawers. Application for assignment to a married housing unit is made at the Housing Office, Room 259, Student Services Building. Because of WHERE YOU Will llVE 59 the demand for this type of housing, a three to nine month waiting period should be anticipated. All residents must continue to carry 12 credits each term they are in school. OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING All single undergraduates are required to live in quarters ap proved by the University as meeting required standards of safety and sanitation and where reasonable standards of behavior will be main tained. Unsupervised quarters may be approved for single men living away from home only for men enrolled in the upper colleges or vet erans with 21 months or more of active service, at least 21 years of age, and with a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Undergraduate men and women who are at least 25 years of age are not required to reside in University-approved housing. The housing area in which quarters may be located is bounded by Mt. Hope Road on the south, east to North Okemos Road, on the west, Pennsylvania Avenue north to Saginaw, then north on Wood Street to include Hopwood Acres and then east to take in the annexed part of East Lansing to Abbott Road, Abbott Road to Saginaw, east to North Okemos Road. Each landlord requesting the University to approve his facilities for a student must agree to determine the eligibility of each student negotiating a rental agreement with him. Inspection for approved quarters is made between April 1st and September 15th of each year for the ensuing year. A list of approved rooms may be secured at the Office of the Housing Director. However, it is up to the individual to find his own off-campus room. He must sign a contract with the householder which is binding for one term. It may be broken only with consent and approval of the Housing Director. Should the student leave the room for which he has contracted before the term is over, he may be liable for the room rent for the entire term. Overnight guests are permitted only if the householder approves. The householder may charge for this privilege. The same rules of conduct are in effect for students regardless of where they reside, on or off campus. Members of the opposite sex are not permitted to be in unsupervised student living quarters. Intoxi cants and gambling are not permitted in approved housing which comes under the general University regulations concerning these misconducts. The cost of off-campus housing varies with the facilities. Usually double rooms range from $6 to $8 per person per week, and single rooms from $7 to $10. 60 THE HELOT Visiting a fraternity . SORORITIES AND FRATERNITIES 61 PART EIGHT Sororities, Fraternities THE COMMON FACTOR and essence of all Michigan State Greek units (fraternities and sororities) is the principle of close friendship based upon choice and compatibility, a friendship which outlasts under graduate days. In addition, fraternities and sororities offer the ad vantages of small-group living, fine food, a full program of activities, and guidance and companionship which can help a student adjust quickly to college. Fraternities and sororities provide their members with a stimulat ing atmosphere, conducive to the development of leadership ability, social fluency, and general maturity. The social activities of the Greeks include intramural athletic competition, term parties, living unit dis play competition, community service projects, and Greek Week. CHAPTERS ON CAMPUS The following is a list of the member fraternities of the National Interfraternity Conference which have chapters on the. Michigan State University campus: Alpha Epsilon Pi, Alpha Gamma Rho, Alpha Sigma Phi, Alpha Tau Omega, Beta Theta Pi, Delta Chi, Delta Sigma Phi, Delta Tau Delta, Delta Upsilon, Farmhouse, Kappa Alpha Psi, Kappa Sigma, Lambda Chi Alpha, Phi Delta Theta, Phi Gamma Delta, Phi Kappa Psi, Phi Kappa Sigma, Phi Kappa Tau, Phi Sigma Kappa, Pi Kappa Phi, Psi Upsilon, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Sigma Alpha Mu, Sigma Chi, Sigma Nu, Sigma Phi Epsilon, Theta Chi, Triangle, and Zeta Beta Tau. In addition, the following National Men's Professional Fraterni ties are represented at Michigan State and are active in campus social life and activities: Alpha Chi Sigma (Chemistry), Alpha Kappa Psi (Business), Delta Sigma Pi (Business), and Phi Mu Alpha- Sinfonia (Music). The sororities of the National Panhellenic Council at Michigan State are: Alpha Chi Omega, Alpha Delta Pi, Alpha Epsilon Phi, Alpha Gamma Delta, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Alpha Omicron Pi, Alpha Phi, Alpha Xi Delta, Chi Omega, Delta Delta Delta, Delta Gamma, Delta Zeta, Gamma Phi Beta, Kappa Alpha Theta, Kappa Delta, Kappa Kappa Gamma, Phi Mu, Pi Beta Phi, Sigma Kappa, and Zeta Tau Alpha. The Greek organizations maintain their own housing units in East Lansing, and each has a housemother who acts as hostess and 62 THE HELOT counselor. She has her own apartment in the chapter house and is on call at any time to help members with their problems. Of course, both sororities and fraternities are under University supervision. Women living in chapter houses must observe the same Associated Women Students and University r{)gulations as followed by students living in residence halls. Activities of the fraternities are governed by the Interfraternity Council which is composed of three divisions. The President's As sembly is the legislative body, the Executive Council is the coordi nating body, and the standing committees make up the administrative body. I. F. C. promotes harmony among the various houses and coordinates fraternity activities. In addition, I. F. C. supervises fra ternity rushing and co-sponsors the fraternity intramural program and Fraternity Sing. It promotes such all-university activities as the I. F. C.-Pan-Hel Ball, Greek Feast, and Homecoming display com petition. I. F. C. also sponsors several service projects which are supported by the individual houses. Sororities are under the student supervision of the Panhellenic Council. Two members are elected from each chapter to represent their sorority on the Council. This group supervises rushing and tries to make it as easy as possible. The Council also assists in sponsoring Sorority Sing, Homecoming display competition, Greek Week, and Greek community projects. The Sorority Presidents' Association is also part of Panhellenic. Its main aim is to coordinate the activities and establish better relations among the individual chapters. FRATERNITIES As an entering freshman at Michigan State you are faced with one of the major decisions of your undergraduate years - whether or not to join a fraternity. If you feel that you are interested in fraternity life, the selection of the right fraternity for you is a matter which will be of equal importance to you both during your college years and in later life. In ,order that all freshmen may have the opportunity to learn as much .. <\bout fraternity living and participation as possible, the Interfraterni;tf Q_ouncil (the fraternity governing body) presents a varied informational program during Fall Term. As first term fresh men are not eligible to pledge a fraternity, this program emphasizes a general period of "getting acquainted" with all of the campus fraternity chapters. The first step in the I. F. C. program Fall Term is the Rush Convocation. Here a student has the opportunity to hear the officers of the I. F. C. explain the advantages and the operation of the fraternity system. Following the talks will be a question and answer SORORITIES AND FRATERNITIES 63 period during which you, the prospective fraternity member, will have the chance to have any particular details of the fraternity system explained to you. Two weekends during Fall Term will be devoted to Rush Smokers. All interested freshmen are divided into small groups which visit every fraternity chapter house on the campus. This will provide you with an opportunity to judge the extent and variety of the Michigan State fraternity system, make many new ac quaintances, and form an impression of each individual _chapter. To be eligible to pledge a fraternity a student must either be a transfer student, or have been in residence at least one term and have established an all-university C average. However, to become - an active member of the fraternity he must have a 2.2 all-university average and a 2.2 average during the term in which he served his pledgeship. This rule may be waived in the case of a student who has a 2.0 all-university average and a 2.5 average the term he pledges. The college fraternity is based upon four principles: brother- _ hood, scholarship, activity, and social participation. The theme of fraternity life is that a man can benefit most from his college years by sharing his work and his good times - and thus forming a strong bond of brotherhood - with an organized group of friends. The fraternity is well aware that scholarship is the main pur pose of this University. Each chapter attempts to further this pur pose through organized scholarship programs for the pledge which include study tables and tutorial assistance from active members of the chapter. In the field of campus activities the fraternity strongly encour ages participation by its members as an opportunity for the develop ment of the leadership potential of every individual. As there are fraternity men actively participating in every campus activity, the pledge is presented with a fine opportunity for assistance in enter ing the activity of his choice. Additionally, each fraternity supports a strong program of participation in intramural athletics. The fraternity is the center of much of the social life of the campus. Ranging from the annual I.F.C.-Panhel formal dance to the individual fraternity weekend parties, there is a wide and varied program of social activity available to those interested in fraternity life. We believe that fraternity living offers many and varied ad vantages to every individual, and we sincerely hope that each and every one of you, the entering freshmen, will see fit to agree with us after participating in the activities detailed above. For many, fraternity is, in a sense, "college life." 64 THE HELOT SORORITIES At Michigan State, one of the important parts of campus life for the new coed is pledging a sorority. There are 20 national sorori ties on campus with a total membership of about 1,400 girls. Nine teen of the sororities have their own houses located off campus. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors live in the houses. Living and sharing work and play with your sorority sisters is a wonderful part of college life. Each house accommodates approxi mately 40 girls and emphasis is put on gracious, home-like living. A sorority opens many new horizons for the coed. The houses work with the fraternities on Water Carnival in the spring and have desserts and other activities with various fraternities during the year. Homecoming is a big weekend for all sorority members. The sorori ties compete with one another on their homecoming displays and a trophy goes to the winner. In the spring all Greeks combine and sponsor "Greek Week," which includes a feast and dance, exchange dinners, athletic events, and various other activities. In addition to all-Greek activities, sorority members are encouraged to join in other all-university functions. Sororities also maintain a scholastic average far above the all-women's average. The houses pride themselves in fine scholarship. Panhellenic is the organization which governs the sororities. It is made up of two representatives from each sorority. Panhellenic runs the rushing program. At Michigan State there is deferred rush; that is, rushing takes place the second term (winter term). Deferred rush gives the prospective rushees an opportunity to become accli mated to campus life before becoming a sorority member. In the fall the sororities have "fall teas." All prospective rushees visit all the sororities on one weekend. Prior to the teas, Panhellenic has a convocation for the rushees. Slides are shown of the different houses and booklets are given out describing each sorority. These teas are of an open house nature and give the rushee her first glimpse of sorority life. Each rushee has a counselor who meets with her and gives further orientation. The rush counselor is always willing to answer question and help the rushee solve any problem she might have. At the beginning of winter term, Panhellenic again stages a convocation which gives all rushees a preview of the parties to be held the following two weeks. To be eligible for rush, a coed must have an all-university C average the previous term, and she must have been enrolled at Michigan State. After each informal rush party, the rushee picks up her bids at the Pan-Hel post office. She indicates, from the bids she receives, the parties she would like to Informal Rush in a Sorority. attend at the next stage. The parties are climaxed by a formal des sert that the rushee attends by mutual choice. All during rush, the Pan-Hel post office is open at certain hours for the rushees. Those having particular problems are encouraged to talk to their counselors who are impartial and eager to help rushees in every way possible. After the last stage, formal dessert, rushees go to the Pan-Hel post office for the last time and pick up their bids from sororities asking them to pledge. Formal pledging takes place the following day. Each new pledge proudly displays her pledge pin from her respective sorority. She soon finds the joys of being a "sorority girl" as she is drawn into the close harmony of sorority life. Saturday mornings are spent doing pledge duties at the house to become better acquainted with the active members. The new pledge also finds herself attending sorority pledge parties and other special events in her honor. She soon finds out why "it's great to go Greek." In the middle of spring term pledging comes to an end with a moving and impressive ceremony as the pledge becomes an active sorority member. 66 THE HELOT Early arrivals at Spartan Stadium dressed fittingly for Michigan State's colorful football games in the fall. YOUR APPEARANCE 67 PART NINE Your Appearance on Campus COLLEGE! Another big step. Another new world. New places to go, new people to meet, and new standards for which to strive. The clothes you wear will have a great deal to do with the first impression you make on your new friends. Michigan State students are noted for their casual, well-groomed look. Students here are very definitely style conscious and are atten tive only to fashion that is in good taste. Upon entering college, it is not necessary to have a large number of clothes. The size of your wardrobe is an individual matter, but remember that there isn't an abundance of excess closet space, so don't bring those things you may not need for a while. One can dress for all occasions within the bounds of good taste if he watches the line of clothing worn by campus leaders and upper classmen. For the classroom, Michigan State coeds usually wear sweaters and skirts, bobby sox, and comfortable shoes. White blazers are a campus tradition and M.S.U. women find knee sox practical. About the only departure from usual campus attire is that, for some imprac tical reason, coeds at Michigan State don't carry purses on campus, preferring instead to transport wallets, combs, cigarettes, ad infinitum, in pockets and notebooks. Formal and semi-formal wear at Michigan State means formal or cocktail dresses while informal requests usually more casual wear, depending upon the time or occasion. Michigan State men prefer conservative clothes. This doesn't mean you must look like a fugitive from the Ivy League - there is a certain amount of radicalism even in ultra-conservative clothing - but the so-called Eastern style is the thing. For kicking around cam pus - to classes and on the most casual of dates - suntans have become popular, but slacks still are more common. Men who object to strait-laced dress will be pleased to know that the tuxedo is as formal attire as you will ever have to wear, and then only on those special occasions termed formal. Semi-formal means suits, and casual or informal means suits or sport coats. 11 Study break . . . in the classroom comfort is the thing ... have a well coordinated wardrobe for versatility. Class clothes are often worn for casual dates and group meetings on campus. YOUR. APPEARANCE 69 What to wear at a fall tea? Coeds prefer a basic type dress with simple accessories. Emphasis is on simplicity, hose, heels, and, of course, a smile. 70 THE HELOT Select comfortable but neat togs for the casual coffee or movie date. Coats on parade . . . come prepared for the march of seasons. On campus you'll see many kinds of coats and jackets. They can all be stylish. Term party time-that all-important occasion when you want to look just right. Coeds usually wear a cocktail dress or short formal . Men wear a dark tux or white dinner jacket if the occasion is formal, conservative suit if informal. 72 THE HELOT "Fore"-on the golf course, on the tennis court, or canoeing. Appearance is still important. YOUR APPEARANCE 73 Playtime, free time, anytime. When it's time to build the Water Carnival float, find clothes you wouldn't mind having spattered by a brushful of paint. 74 THE HELOT A <;;:, .... , i All-University Judiciary I PART TEN RULES AND REGULATIONS 75 Rules and Regulations EVERY INSTITUTION of higher learning has specific rules, regulations, remedial and rehabilitative services, and supervised activities designed to assist students in deriving the optimum from their educational opportunities and experiences. Most institutions assume a moral obli gation to assist in the regulation of the student's academic and non academic training during the period he is enrolled. Michigan State University is a leader in this respect because it considers the univer sity years not only a period when the theoretical understanding of democratic concepts and principles are acquired but also a period when the practice of these concepts and principles is translated into daily living. One can understand that by virtue of his enrollment at a univer sity, that he enters into an informal moral agreement with the uni versity that he will obey the rules and regulations both of an academic and non-academic nature and observe the standards expected of stu dents by the university. The student further agrees that he will take advantage of the educational opportunities available at the univer sity. This agreement is reciprocal, and the obligations of agreement are binding on both the student and the university. The university agrees as its part of the agreement to furnish the student an environ ment conducive to growth and development with its varied facets such as classrooms, professors, co-curricular activities, lecture-concert series, resident hall programs, inter-collegiate sports programs; in fact, an environment where the opportunities for educational development are limited only by the capacity of each individual student. The people who, by moral and financial support, make possible the educational opportunity, which we call a university, hold officials of the university responsible for keeping the student-university rela tionship within acceptable limits. If a student violates a public law or university regulation, refuses to take prescribed courses or does inferior academic work, this is evidence that his relationship with the university needs attention. University officials through the Board of Trustees are charged with the responsibility of taking the initial action 76 THE HELOT to clarify this relationship and to assure that both the student and the university ful£ll the obligations of the moral agreement. The goals of the student and the goals of Michigan State Uni versity are synonymous when the student takes advantage of his op portunities for improving himself academically, socially and in many other areas. When the goals of the student are not synonymous with the goals of the University, it is the responsibility of University offi cials to acquaint the student with this difference in objectives. It is also the responsibility of the University officials to utilize all the Uni versity resources in an effort to effect changes which will motivate the student to redirect his course of action and avail himself of the educational opportunities at the University. When all University resources, both of an academic and remedial nature have been ex hausted, the University officials are then obligated to break the Stu dent-University agreement and to separate the student from the Uni versity. This separation is called a scholastic withdrawal, administra tive withdrawal, or a disciplinary suspension, according to the area in which the agreement is broken. It is the student's responsibility to take advantage of the oppor tunities which the people of Michigan provide for his personal and professional growth. It is the responsibility of University officials to prevent, or eliminate as much as possible, those things which will prevent the student from getting the utmost from his educational opportunities. In essence, the goals of a university experience can be achieved only with the cooperation of and the acceptance of respon sibility by both the University and the student. The previous statement of the relationship which exists between the student and the University simply means that every university student should thoroughly understand the fundamental concepts which guide the relationship between the student and the University. Inherent in these concepts are a number of values, developed and tested through time and experience. Some of these concepts are ex plained here briefly and simply. Having accepted the privilege of admission to the University, the student accepts the responsibility for utilizing the resources of the University for the purposes for which they were intended. This implies using them in a positive, constructive manner so that he is able to progress successfully to the accomplishment of his scholastic In his relationship with other students, he cannot interfere goals. with their accomplishment of the same objectives. Each university student must assume the responsibility for always behaving in such a way as to reflect creditably upon the University. RULES AND REGULATIONS 77 No student possesses the right to be the source of unfavorable, un flattering publicity which brings discredit upon himself, the group of which he is a member and the total University. By the same token, the University must conduct itself with credit so that students may feel proud to have attended such a fine institution. Such a University is Michigan State. For more than a century, men and women of the highest caliber have made great and significant con tributions to the end that this University would become a great Uni versity in the eyes of the nation and the world. Michigan State University feels great pride in her students and expects her students to demonstrate pride and respect in her. Today, Michigan State en joys a reputation of world renown and it should not be difficult for a student to feel great pride in being a member of this great institution. In any kind of human relationship, differences may exist. As a University community, we are committed to the use of intelligent, reasoned discussion as a means of resolving our differences and problems. Consequently, the use of pressure, threats, violence, ill temper, immoderate language, or ultimatums of any sort is unap propriate to the university-educated man or woman as a solution to problems. This means that we must work through our duly delegated representatives who are the most capable of reasoned and reasonable discussion unencumbered by emotion. A word should be said about the responsibilities of each student as a member of his group. He has a responsibility for making a posi tive, constructive contribution to the program in which his group is involved. He must be a member in the fullest sense of the word. His presence must contribute to the general welfare and to the common good. By the time each student graduates from this University, the tax payers in the state of Michigan will have invested some $4,000 to $5,000. The return expected by them is in terms of not only technical knowledge but of good citizenship and the voluntary contributions in community service. If one is to realize these expectations, he will offer his services to serve on committees, to run for offices, to volun teer to help in many available ways to make his group or hall a better place in which to live because of his wholesome influence. One who serves as an example with a good attitude will be the strongest influ ence of all. The spirit which resides in this Student-University Agreement is one of mutual cooperation and teamwork. It requires that all be will- 78 THE HELOT ing to work together toward the accomplishment of larger goals than either could accomplish separately. GENERAL REGULATIONS There are some general regulations formulated by the Board of Trustees which apply to any situation in which students may be par ticipating. These are: 1. Intoxicating beverages are not permitted in the living quarters of students at Michigan State University nor are such bev erages to be brought on the campus at any time. 2. Students must observe the liquor laws of the State of Michigan especially as they apply to: age of the purchaser, furnishing liquor to a minor, transporting liquor in an automobile, or falsely representing age by a minor in a liquor purchase. 3. Members of the opposite sex are not permitted to be in un chaperoned student living quarters. AU-UNIVERSITY SOCIAL REGULATIONS All societies establish norms for what is considered appropriate social behavior for their respective members. The Michigan State University community is no exception. It is committed to the educa tion of its members in both the social and the academic setting. So that the finest possible education may be made available to all mem bers, the community has established certain procedures that members may use as guides for their activities. The most important of these procedures, in addition to the Board of Trustees requirements for social activities, are: 1. All group social functions attended by student couples must be registered. Registration requires information concerning place, time, and chaperones for the event. 2. Overnight social activities are not permitted. 3. Week-end social activities must be terminated by 12:45 a.m. Dances scheduled on Saturday nights must end at 12 midnight. Mid-week social activities, except banquets, are to be termi nated by 8:00 p.m. Copies of the complete social regulations and standards for stu dent groups are available at the Men's Division of Student Affairs. You should become thoroughly familiar with the information con tained in this publication. RULES AND REGULATIONS 79 AUTOMOBILES AND PARKING A complete set of the Motor Vehicle Regulations should be ac quired by each student either during registration or at the Depart ment of Public Safety. Students should study them carefully since they are responsible for observance of the provisions. Any student who is enrolled at Michigan State and carrying seven (7) or more credits must register any motor vehicle with the Department of Public Safety. Freshmen may not possess or operate a motor vehicle unless they are either married, reside off campus, are twenty-one (21) years of age, or are paralytic. Student parking areas are provided south of the Red Cedar; how ever, student parking is permitted north of the Re·d Cedar river after 6 p.m. each day and on week-ends. ASSOCIATED WOMEN STUDENT REGULATIONS Hold it men! Don't pass up this section, it's important that every fellow know about such things as closing hours, signing out, and late minutes. HOURS -All women's residences close at 11:30 p.m. weekdays, at 1:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and at midnight on Sunday. Freshmen and upperclassmen who do not have a "C" ( 2.0) average must return to the residence hall by 10:30 p.m. week nights. Fellows may call for coeds and wait for them in the lounges after 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, and after 11:00 a.m. Mon day through Saturday. Fellows calling earlier may wait just five minutes in the lobby. PERMISSIONS - When attending all-university functions, fresh man coeds are given a 10:00 plus permission and upperclassmen an 11:00 plus. These are special extensions of time for an all university function such as a concert which may last beyond normal closing hours. Girls who have jobs which keep them out after normal closing hours must petition A.W.S. Judiciary-Legislative Board for a special working permit. The A.W.S. advisor must also be consulted. OVERNIGHT ABSENCES - A coed wishing to be away from the campus overnight must receive the permission to do so from her parents unless a blanket permission is recorded on a "yellow slip" which each girl receives before coming to M.S.U. For those 80 THE HELOT having a limited permission, a note must be sent by the parent to the housemother for each overnight absence except to her own home. Permission to stay in an out-of-town hotel must be sent directly from the parents to the housemother each time. A woman student is permitted to remain overnight in a Lansing hotel only with her parents and then only if her parents talk to the housemother directly. Each student may have two overnight permissions in either Lansing or East Lansing. Two overnight permissions in other university residences are granted each term. No overnights after a dance or registered party may be taken without specific written permission from home in advance. SIGNING OUT-A coed planning to be out of her residence after 8:00 p.m. or for overnight (under conditions described in A.W.S. Handbook) must sign her own "sign out" card which will be filed on the main floor of the residence hall. She must include her exact destination so she may be reached in case of an emergency. Exact sign out procedures will be discussed at a meeting the first night the student is on campus. Such information will also be printed in the A.W.S. Handbook which will be given to new students soon after arrival. GUESTS - Coeds may have three guests per term, only on Fri day and Saturday nights, except that none are allowed the week end before final exams. GENERAL RESIDENCE HALL INFORMATION -A system of quiet hours is enforced in women's living units to encourage effective study. Hours are set aside for showers and typing so studying won't be disturbed. Smoking is permitted in all areas of the residence except the living rooms, sun rooms, dining rooms and staircases. Considera tion should be shown for a roommate who does not smoke. Bermuda shorts and slacks may be worn to breakfast every day and to lunch on Saturday. Shorts must never be worn in the dining room. Jeans, shorts, or bermudas may not be worn in the living rooms, to classes, in the Union, Administration Building, Library or Student Services Building. RESIDENCE PENALTIES -A.W.S. has been delegated, by the administration, the responsibility of controlling and enforcing residence hall rules. Infractions of regulations are dealt with by the A.W.S. Judiciary-Legislative Board. Each living unit has at least one representative on the Board. RULES AND REGULATIONS 81 Breaking of rules brings a penalty of late minutes. A record of these late minutes is kept by the housemother. An accumulation of 15 during the term requires that the girl be automatically "campused" for one weekend night within the following two week ends. ·when a girl is campused, she must remain in her room after 8:00 p.m. until the next morning at 5:30. She may have one recess of 15 minutes, but she may not leave the living unit during this time. The expectation from every woman resident is that of a good citizen in any community. Accumulation of late minutes represents a lack of thoughtful consideration and respect for the rights of others. ORGANIZATIONS AND ELECTIONS In the realm of extra-class activities there are many groups which offer students the opportunity for assumption of responsibility, deci sion-making, and experience in teamwork efforts. The choice of affiliation is extremely important since it may great ly influence your academic career. For the most part the student organizations are closely related to the academic colleges and many of them require an above average scholastic standing for admission. The Student Organizations Council coordinates the clubs and interest groups and attempts to make them as meaningful as possible. An important part of this process is a regular check of the activities of the clubs to see if they perform worthwhile functions for their student members. Students who plan to assume positions of leadership are advised that they must first exhibit satisfactory academic achievement, a 2.0 or "C" all-university average before they can be considered officer candidates in student organizations. It is the responsibility of the Student Government to check the eligibility of students and to inform them if they should withdraw from the position if their academic standing is being jeopardized. All elective offices under the jurisdiction of Student Congress have as the eligibility requirement a cumulative grade point average equiv alent to the all-university average of the previous fall term. This mark is approximately a 2.35. The student leaders affected by this rule are the members of the Student Congress, the President of the All-Univer sity Student Government, and all class officers. 82 THE HELOT Student Congress in action. STUDENT GOVERNMENT 83 PART ELEVEN All-University Student Government ON MARCH 20, 1908, the student body of what was then Michigan Agricultural College held a mass meeting at which they passed the following resolution: "For the future settlement of all class mat ters and the maintenance of the college traditions and customs, a 'Student Council' shall be formed." This was the beginning of student self-government on our campus. Today, more than 50 years later, this "Student Council" has developed into what has been called one of the three best student government structures in the country-your All-University Student Government. It gives the students increased voice and responsibility in their own affairs. The students have taken this responsibility well and have more than justified the administration's confidence. The A.U.S.G. has had a proud and colorful past. It has under taken many projects which have contributed much to the University. These projects have included prominent roles in the changing of the name Michigan State College to Michigan State University, raising funds for the new University library, and representing the interests of the student body in the compulsory ROTC issue. A.U.S.G. sponsored the first student-financed, student-administered scholarship fund in the country when they held a fund-raising ice show, "Silver Blades," in 1957. Our student government was also instrumental in the forming of the Big Ten President's Association which has now become one of the most successful organizations of its kind. In 1956, action was taken by A.U.S.G. for a low-cost group policy hospitalization plan. This is an especially beneficial plan for the students not covered by family hospitalization plans. Coverage has now been extended to include spouses and children of married stu dents. The annual cost for a full-time single student is $10.50, or $12.00 with a $2,000 accidental death clause. Policy holders are 84 THE HELOT covered while on or off campus and throughout the summer. Married students may include their wives and families for an extra charge. Claims under $150 will be paid from the Sh1dent Government office. Students may enroll for the program at registration. The A.U.S.G. also sponsors and promotes other activities and services such as a small loans bureau for students, an annual scholar ship for some outstanding student, Activities Carnival, Salk polio and Asiatic flu shots, a thermofax and a mimeographing service. Through its programs, A.U.S.G. has established a record that is looked up to by student governments throughout the country. In the past few years, A.U.S.G. has earned the respect of faculty and administrators with good investigations of campus problems. Reports on ROTC, compulsory class attendance, housing regulations, the loyalty oath affidavit, and class officers. The presentation of these reports to University officials have helped to solve many student problems as they relate to the university. The A.U.S.G. is divided into three main branches: executive, legislative, and judicial. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS President. The president of A.U.S.G. is the chief executive offi cer of A.U.S.G., and the representative leader of the student body. He is responsible for the coordination of all three branches of A.U.S.G. and its activities. The president is elected in a campus-wide election during spring term. Executive Secretary. The executive secretary is appointed by the President to assist him in his duties and is chairman of the Executive Board. Administrative Vice President. The administrative vice presi dent is responsible for programs concerning the total operation of A.U.S.G., for example the History Book, National Student Associa tion, and structural changes, and assists the president in the coordi nation of all three branches of student government. Treasurer. The treasurer is responsible for the control and allo cation of money. Success or failure of an administration often de pends upon the treasurer and his handling of the money. EXECUTIVE BRANCH Executive Vice President. The executive vice president is the director of the cabinet. It is his responsibility to see that the various programs and services offered by the executive agencies are coordi nated and function smoothly. STUDENT GOVERNMENT 85 The President's Cabinet. The director of each of the following departments is a member of the President's Cabinet. The cabinet meets regularly to consider problems as they relate to the executive branch. Academic Bene6ts. Academic Benefits attempts to create stu dent awareness of the many cultural and intellectual opportunities available at Michigan State. Politics 1958, a series of famous political speakers, was sponsored by Academic Benefits. This bureau also sponsors a "Freshman Seminar" which is a series of lectures and dis cussions designed to acquaint able students with the cultural oppor tunities afforded by the University. Campus Chest. Campus Chest is the only legal money-raising body on campus. Its purpose is similar to that of a community chest. The money raised by Campus Chest is given to many charities such In the as the World University Services and the Y.M.-Y.W.C.A. fall term, Campus Chest has its annual fund drive. It is from this drive that it gets most of its money. Other events such as Penny Nights and balloon sales contribute to the fund. Organizations. Student Government charters nearly 200 campus organizations. Organizations Bureau is responsible for co-ordinating the activities of these organizations. The Bureau puts out Sparta Guide, Student Organizations Directory, and newsletters to assist the organizations. It is also responsible for chartering new organizations. Elections. Two All-University elections are held each year in the spring and fall. It is the responsibility of the elections commis sioner to run these elections successfully. In addition to administer ing the election laws, the commissioner gives advice and answers questions concerning the elections. Orientation. Every student who enters Michigan State comes in contact with the orientation program. The director of orientation is chairman of the Student Executive Committee on Orientation. This committee is responsible for carrying out much of the orientation program. High School Cooperation. The purpose of this department is the informing of high school students of the opportunities at Michi gan State. This is accomplished by sending various materials to the high schools and answering any questions the students have. This enables prospective high school students to communicate directly with M.S.U. students rather than faculty or administration. Public Relations. The Public Relations Department has the job of making student government and its activities known to the stu dents, adminish·ation, community, and other schools. 86 THE HELOT International Cooperation. The purpose of this committee is to promote the interests of foreign students on this campus and to integrate them into campus life. Their programs include sponsoring coffee hours and disseminating information among these students. They also sponsor a "Big Brother" program for foreign students. Personnel. The Personnel Bureau is responsible for finding, training, and placing interested and effective people in student gov ernment. It welcomes anyone who shows genuine interest and a willingness to work. The President's Cabinet. The director of each of the foregoing bureaus is a member of the President's Cabinet. This cabinet acts as a co-ordinating body for student government. LEGISLATIVE BRANCH Student Congress is the legislative branch of student govern ment. Its membership is composed of from 50 to 60 representatives elected from living unit districts-residence halls, fraternities, sorori ties, married housing, and off-campus housing. Representatives are elected to one year terms at the spring term election. The number from each living unit is determined each year by apportionment. Each new Congress elects a speaker, a speaker pro-tern, and a secretary from among its membership. The speaker serves a dual function. He leads Student Congress and he is vice president of A.U.S.G. He succeeds to the office of president should such a vacancy occur. He is a member of the President's cabinet and represents Congress at Spartan Roundtable. The fourth officer of Congress is the clerk, who is appointed by the Speaker. The primary responsibility of Student Congress is to act in the best interest of the student body and the University. This is ful filled through legislation and by working with the University staff. Student Congress must act in numerous areas to best benefit the student body and the University. Some of the legislation initiates investigations into problem areas affecting students, followed by rec ommendations for relieving or eliminating these problem areas; pro vides student health insurance; establishes eligibility and election laws; sets the A.U.S.G. budget each term; charters student organi zations; seeks to improve the motor vehicle regulations. To operate most efficiently and otherwise aid in evaluating pend ing legislation, Congress has five standing committees: Academic Affairs, Student Rights and Welfare, Congress Business and State Affairs, Finance and Organizations. Legislation, when passed by Student Congress, becomes an ordinance applicable to the whole student body. STUDENT GOVERNMENT 87 Working with the administration and faculty of the University consists chiefly of presenting the student viewpoint and establishing cooperation and interaction to the mutual benefit of both the student body and the University. Examples of this are student-faculty com mittees such as the Student-Faculty Motor Vehicle Committee and the Student-Faculty Social Committee. Whenever students are faced with a problem, they should dis cuss it with thejr Student Congress representative. He can then take it to Congress for investigation, discussion, and action. Congress, in this manner, has done much to work out campus problems through legislation and cooperative interaction with the University. j 11' 1 1 ll On a Wintry Day 88 THE HELOT JUDICIAL BRANCH In 1956, the judicial reorganization amendment to the constitu tion was passed by the students. This amendment established the All-University Judiciary, the Student Traffic Appeal Court, and other special courts. The Justices are appointed by the president with the approval of Student Congress. All-University Judiciary. All-University Judiciary decides whether enactments made by Student Congress are constitutional. This branch of Student Government rules on the actions of the Congress and the Executive. It hears appeals from the men's and women's judi ciaries and the election reviewing board. It also hears student dis ciplinary cases. All-University Judiciary is comprised of a student Chief Justice and 12 other Justices, which include eight undergraduate students, two graduate students, and a representative each from the offices of the Men's and Women's Divisions of Student Affairs. All 13 are voting members of the court, and seven constitute a quorum. All disciplinary cases, except those involving remedial or medi cal treatment, are referred to the Student Judiciary. This highest of all courts handles cases which are appealed to it from the lower courts, such as residence halls, fraternities, sororities, Associated Women Students, and the election reviewing board. Decisions reached by this court are recommendations subject to review by the Office of the Dean of Students. The Judiciary determines its own rules of procedure and the justices may be reappointed for a 12-month period. This branch of Student Government meets in special session upon 24-hour notice at the call of the chief justice when a case arises in which immediate consideration is requested. Student Traffic Appeal Court. The Student Traffic Appeal Court meets with students who are appealing campus traffic tickets in pri vate sessions, and if it decides in favor of the student he is not com pelled to pay the fine. The seven-man tribunal is the highest court you can appeal to regarding driving and parking violation tickets. PARTICIPATION A.U.S.G. is only as good as the student who participates in it. It is constantly looking for interested students for work. There are several ways an interested student can get into A.U.S.G. Students who are interested in student government should contact the Per- STUDENT GOVERNMENT 89 sonnel Bureau for an interview. The spring term training program affords the opportunity for students to participate in a two-week training program in the function, philosophy, and purpose of student government at Michigan State University. Much of the working staff for the executive branch will be chosen at this time. Activities Car nival affords another opportunity for students to sign for an inter view. Running for Student Congress is an extremely effective way of becoming involved in A.U.S.G. Regardless of how a person joins A.U.S.G., he will find the ex perience rewarding. The chance to meet people, the opportunity to become acquainted with all aspects of the University, and the oppor tunity to create and carry out new projects are just some of the benefits of working in A.U.S.G. IJ 90 THE HELOT A full house of 76,000 fans is jammed into Spartan Stadium to see the Green and White battle the opposition in a Saturday headliner. J THE YEAR AHEAD 91 I • • PART TWELVE The Year Ahead EDUCATION comes not alone from the classroom, the laboratory, and books. Living for four years with students having a variety of in terests, backgrounds, and points of view is broadening and maturing. Such an experience develops tolerance, independence, and respect for the individual. A student is challenged to_ think out his own beliefs and values. And friendships made become one of the finest parts of education. The year ahead promises an exciting beginning for your ex perience in living at Michigan State. Upon the following pages are noted but a few of the year's planned events and activities. Many, many more will be announced in your personal copies of the student edited daily newspaper, the Michigan State News. FALL TERM 1961 September 23-27 Saturday through Wednesday- Welcome Week and registration of students September 28 Thursday, 8 a.m. - Classes begin October 2-3 October 7 October 9-10 October 21 October 24 Monday and Tuesday - Career Carnival (Maior corporations and leading employers from all over the nation send display booths and representatives to the campus to inform students of iob opportun ities.) Saturday - Football, Stanford here (Scene of the pigskin activity is Spartan Stadium where as many as 76,000 persons have gathered to watch State teams in action .) Monday and Tuesday - New York City Ballet (First artists to appear in the 1960-61 MSU Lecture-Con cert Series which brings to the campus a varied array of talent. Presented to MSU students free of charge, its purpose is to widen cultural experiences in the most en;oyable manner. Coupons in your activity book may be exchanged for tickets.) Saturday - Football, Notre Dame here Tuesday-The Roger Wagner Chorale (Lecture Concert Series) I , I , I 92 THE HELOT October 28 November 6 November 12 November 15 November 17 Saturday - Homecoming (A day filled with activities honoring returning alumni. Displays decorate the living units and winners are announced at the foot ball game. This year's game will be against Indiana. Festivities are concluded with an all-university dance at which a Homecoming Queen and her court pre side.) Monday - Mazowsze Dance Company (Lecture Concert Series) Sunday - Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra (Lecture Concert Series) Wednesday - Cleveland Orchestra (Lecture-Concert Series) Friday - Coronation Ball (An all-university, semi-for mal dance sponsored by the Army and Air Force ROTC units.) November 18 Saturday - Football, Northwestern here November 20-21 Monday and Tuesday- New York City Opera Com pany (Lecture-Concert Series) November 23-26 Thursday through Sunday - Thanksgiving recess November 25 Saturday - Football, Illinois here December 1 December 3 Friday- Women's Glee Club Concert Sunday - Christmas Concert and Christmas Tree Lighting December 8 Friday - Commencement December 11-15 Monday through Friday - Final examinations Among other fall term activities and events: Activities Carnival (When Spartan Stadium becomes a midway as 70 or more campus organizations par ticipate. Upperclassmen show freshmen the wide variety of activities open to them.) Harvest Ball (First all-university, semi-formal dance of the year.) Christmas parties Lectures, music concerts, foreign films Intramural touch football games Varsity sports: cross country and soccer THE YEAR AHEAD 93 WINTER TERM 1962 January 2-4 January 5 January 23 February 7 Tuesday through Thursday - Registration of stu dents Friday, 8 a.m. - Classes begin Tuesday - Leontyne Price, Soprano (Lecture-Con cert Series) Wednesday - cert Series) Igor Oistrakh, Violinist (Lecture-Con February 10 Saturday - J-Hop (Sponsored by the Junior Class) February 15 February 20 February 23 Thursday - Boston Pops Orchestra (Lecture-Concert Series) Tuesday - Cesare Valletti, Tenor (Lecture-Concert Series) Friday - Spinsters' Spin (Turnabout night, a semi formal dance when the coeds do the inviting, foot the bill, and make their date's corsage.) March 13 Tuesday - Commencement March 14-19 Wednesday through Monday- Final examinations Among other winter term activities and events: Union Board Week (During this week such activities as a Jazz Show, an Art Festival, a Talent Show, and a Style Show are put on by Union Board for stu dent entertainment and enioyment.) Forensics, lectures, music concerts, foreign films Varsity sports: basketball, gymnastics, fencing, ice hockey, indoor track, swimming, wrestling Inb·amural sports SPRING TERM 1962 March 26-28 March 29 April 4 Monday through Wednesday - Registration of stu dents Thursday, 8 a.m. - Classes begin Wednesday - Series) Isaac Stem, Violinist (Lecture-Concert 94 THE HELOT April 9 Monday, Van Cliburn, Pianist (Lecture-Concert Series) May 6 Sunday - Interfraternity Council Sing May 7-13 Monday through Sunday - Greek Week May 11-12 May 12 May 12-13 May 13 May 19 Friday and Saturday - Engineering Exposition (When models and displays of scientific advances are set up in Olds Hall and the Electrical Engi neering building.) International Festival (Every spring, Saturday - crowds -flock to the International Festival held in the Auditorium and sponsored by the International Club. Students from the four corners of the world tell MSU of home.) Saturday and Sunday- Parents Weekend (When tours of the campus, sporting events, and open houses are presented for parents visiting the campus.) Sunday - Sorority Sing Saturday - Junior 500 (Residence halls, sororities, fraternities, and cooperatives sponsor student-driven push-carts in exciting races around West Circle Drive much in the spirit of the famed Indianapolis Speed way classic.) 1[ r May 30 Wednesday- Memorial Day holiday May 31, June 1-2 June 3 June 5 (A Thursday through Saturday - Water Carnival show on the Red Cedar River, held three consecu tive nights. Displays, sponsored by living units, are -floated down the river. Trophies are awarded to the organizations whose -floats have best carried out the theme of the carnival.) Sunday - Lantern Night (A traditional event sym bolizing the passing of responsibility from class to class as senior women present lighted lanterns to underclass women.) Tuesday - Senior Swingout (Graduating seniors don their caps and gowns for a last swing around the campus.) June 5-9 June 10 Tuesday through Saturday - Final examinations Sunday - Commencement THE YEAR AHEAD 95 Among other spring term activities and events: Green Splash Water Show (An annual water show presented by Green Splash, the women's swimming honorary.) May Morning Sing (An impressive ceremony the first morning of May at Beaumont Tower at which members of Mortar Board and Tower Guard are tapped. Freshman and senior honoraries select their initiates on the basis of scholarship, leadership, and service to the University.) Spring dances Lectures, music concerts and recitals, foreign fllms, exhibits Intramural sports Varsity sports: baseball, golf, tennis, outdoor track INDEX I I I Academic Adviser Administration Advanced Graduates Studies, School for - Agriculture, College of Alumni Relations Office - Arrival on Campus Associated Women Students Automobiles - Budget Business and Public Service, College of - Calendar Campus - Certificate of Admission Clothes - Communication Arts, College of - Co-operatives - Costs Counseling Center Counseling Clinics Courses, Required Dean of Students, Office of East Lansing - Education, College of Engineering, College of - 25 36 34 31 44 13 79 79 17 31 91 25 11 67 32 58 17 40 12 21 4 25 32 33 Examinations Faculty - Finances - Foreign Students - Fraternities Health Center Home Economics, College of - Honors College Housing Assignments - Housing Contract - 92, 93, 94 29 17 36 62 40 33 35 14, 56 57 356-10,500-120-SH ~2 58 59 44 46 91 46 43 Housing, Married - Housing OH-Campus - Improvement Services Kellogg Center Lecture-Concert Series Library Loans Men's Division of Student - Affairs - - - Map of Campus - Part-Time Employment Payment of Fees - Placement Bureau Pre-Registration Meeting President of A.U.S.G. - Registration Residence Halls Religious Life Room and Board - Rules and Regulations Scholarships - Science and Arts, College of - Sororities - Student Government - Student Personnel Services Tests Time Schedule of Courses Transfer Students Union Building University College Veterans Administration Guidance Center Veterinary Medicine, College of - Welcome Week What to Bring to the Campus Womens Division of Student - Affairs - 39 26, 27 42 15 42 12 5 15 53 49 57 75 45 33 64 83 39 11 18 12, 13 46 30 45 34 13 18 40 ii i: ,, 111 i1 I, ,, ji 1! i' I '