UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA Department of Physical Education and Athletics Minneapolis, Minnesota October 24, 1942 Dear Dr. Alien: The University of Minnesota is attempting to set un policies relative to the recommendation for deferr- nent of training of students who have been called for military service end I have been asked to furnish the committee with facts with regard to physical education. : ; I am, therefore, appealing to you for help in the way of supplying information concerning current trends end practices in other parts of the country. Will you please fill in the enclosed form end return it to me as soon as is convenient. Thank you for your help. ; Very truly yours, Louis P, Keller Assistant Director LYK/B