Skillman Estimates New Record of 7,000 Cars
Joe Skillman, chief of police, estimated that between 7.000 and 8.000 cars will be registered this year; a new record. For this reason Chief Skillman today made a special plea to motorists regarding regulations.
"First of all, it is imperative that all cars be registered immediately," he said. "Everyone will receive a parking and traffic regulation pamphlet at enrollment. This explains exactly what to do and I urge all drivers to read and follow the regulations explicitly."
Cars Must Be Registered
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"I am particularly concerned about driving on campus," he continued. "The congestion that occurs on Jayhawk boulevard between classes is not only troublesome for all but highly dangerous. It is not enough that drivers use caution because the number of students crossing will be greater than ever.
The police staff is composed of 16 patrolmen. Three are on duty at the dormitories, two on roving patrol. one at the Jayhawk-Sunflower intersection between classes and two periodically at intersections as needed.
"I therefore urge and request that, unless it is absolutely necessary, students leave their cars at their residences or parking spaces.
Chief Skillman cautions drivers to observe the speed limits at all times for violators jeopardize other motorists and pedestrians.
Tickets for parking violations are scaled progressively to thwart repeated violations.
Because of the hazard it presents, speeding is harshly dealt with. Fines are scaled according to the speed over the limit and are listed in the regulation pamphlet.
Department Has 16 Officers
Speeding Is Costly
The speed limit is 20 m.p.h. everywhere on campus except on Naismith Drive between 15th and 19th streets where it is 30 m.p.h.
Chief Skillman had one word of explanation for students who bring cars to Lawrence after enrollment.
First violation brings a warning; second costs $2; third $4; fourth $8; fifth $16, and every one after that, $16.
Explanation To Students
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"If a student trades cars, buys a new one or brings his parent's car during the semester, it must be registered within 48 hours," he said. "This is a state law."
58th Year, No. 1 SECTION A LAWRENCE, KANSAS
Officials of the University are expecting today and tomorrow to enroll a freshman class 25 per cent larger than the freshman class in 1947—the boom year after the war.
Enrollment Record May Be Broken
James K. Hitt, director of admissions and registrar, anticipates that this fall's enrollment will set an all-time record.
Mr. Hitt today told a UDK reporter the enrollment is likely to top the 9,750 mark. Last year's enrollment was 9,260. He said some ten thousand students may be enrolled today, tomorrow and Saturday. Graduate students enroll Saturday morning.
Wescoe Explains Position, Policies, Personal Views
By Frank Morgan
Dr. W, Clarke Wescoe, newly appointed Chancellor of the University, officially steps into office Monday. He will be inaugurated on that date in a special convocation in Hoch Auditorium at 9:30 a.m.
Chancellor Wescoe, however, assumed duties on July 1 on the departure of former chancellor, Frankjin D. Murphy.
In his first press conference with the UDK, Chancellor Wescoe stated his aims and goals for the University, expressed his personal views on sev-
Enrollment Schedule
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according to the following schedule:
One KU administrator said such an increase in enrollment, especially in the freshman class, will be phenomenal as high school graduating classes have decreased in size steadily during the last ten years.
Dr. W. Clarke Wescoe's inauguration will be held during the 95th annual opening exercises at 9:30 a.m. Monday in Hoch Auditorium.
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The installation of the 40-year-old chancellor will follow the pattern of the two previous chancellors in that it will be without ceremony.
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Wescoe Will Be Installed At Monday's Convocation
THE ONLY OTHER variation of the almost century old opening exercise program will be a brief presentation by a member of the Kansas Board of Regents prior to the chancellor's address.
During the opening ceremony, the faculty will be seated on the Hoch Stage.
TO THE IMMEDIATE FRONT of the stage, in a special reserved section, members of the Board of Regents, guest faculty members from
the KU School of Medicine, deans of Kansas junior colleges, and presidents of the 4-year colleges and universities of Kansas will be seated.
Monday Convocation Schedule Announced
A special convocation schedule for Monday's classes will be in effect for students to allow them to attend.
The schedule:
8 a.m. classes—regular time
9 a.m. classes—8:40 a.m.
9:30 a.m.—convocation
10 a.m. classes—10:40 a.m.
11 a.m. classes—11:20 a.m.
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eral issues and briefly declared his position in his new role.
All afternoon classes will meet at the regular hours.
Dr Wescoe's replies to several prepared questions were as follows:
"On every question concerning the University, I shall consult with the faculty and deans as they have a stake in KU as much as I. When one is surrounded by great talent, he would be foolhardy not to seek their advice and counsel."
What are your immediate plans regarding the growth of the University—What can the student body and faculty look to upon your inauguration?
What do you consider your position as Chancellor to be, what role do you plan to take?
"I don't think any university depends on one man. The office of chancellor should be as a coordinating center, a balancing wheel, a place from which stimulation should emanate.
"It is not a place from which all decisions should be made. This would indicate a lack of confidence in those around us.
"However, decisions that concern the overall program and those that bear on more than one aspect of the University will be made here, but only after careful counsel."
What do you think of the loyalty oath required of students seeking loans under the National Defense Education Act?
"The loyalty oath demanded under the National Defense Education Act has been a subject of lively discussion. Personally, I have never had objections to signing such an oath. I do not believe, however, that it serves a useful purpose, nor do I believe that any group should be singled out for such a requirement."
"The decision to accept such a loan must be left to the individual student, for the University never desires to stand between students and the funds available for them."
"What is your opinion about federal aid to education?"
"The magnitude of the problem facing education has demanded and attracted national attention.
"Some sort of federal aid will probably be necessary to solve the problem. From our standpoint matching federal grants or loans for construction would be a tremendous help.
"There are those who fear federal intervention and control if aid is given. I believe the record in regard
Activities Carnival Highlights Social Life
BUTTON; BUTTON—Joel Posner, Lawrence graduate student, tries to catch the eye of new students at Tuesday night's Activities Carnival to encourage them to join the Young Democrats and wear a campaign button home.
The University's new students were feted to food, entertainment, and information at Tuesday night's Activities Carnival. The night was highlighted by clowns, a band, lines of booths, the Jayhawk Nibble and a dance in the Trail Room of the Kansas Union.
Vern Grimsley's band played during the carnival in the Ballroom and the Big Eight Room of the Union. The students began dancing and the clowns were asked to stop them. Pushes, bumps and disappointed looks soon prompted the clowns to find partners and join in on the fun themselves.
Douglas Mayor, Kansas City junior and co-chairman of the event, estimated the crowd at 3,000. He said that 2,500 new students were fed at the nibble.
3.000 Attend
There were 35 boots at the carnival. Each booth explained one of the activities or organizations on campus.
Purpose Explained
Mayor said that the purpose of the carnival was to introduce the new students to the various campus activities and to let them know how they can become members.
The political groups on campus were there in full force and tried to
Politics Present
get the new students interested in not only campus politics but national politics too.
The Young Democrats passed out campaign buttons for Senator John F. Kennedy and the Young Republicans had their campaign buttons for Vice President Richard Nixon. Of course, some of the new students admitted their confusion and accepted buttons for both men.
A hairy paw would occasionally rest on one of the students' shoulders causing some fright, some amusement and a lot of interest. The University Players had a trained black bear, actually Glenn Bickle, and a trainer, Clyde Kensinger, Sapulpa Okla, sophomore, circulating through the crowd.
The KU Ski Club's booth displayed colored pictures of last year's ski trip to Colorado. They did not, however, have the X-rays of some of last year's participants.
Jayhawks Nibble
The event was preceded by the Jayhawk Nibble and was followed by a dance for the students in the Kansas Union Trail Room.
The Student Union Activities organization sponsored the event. Mayor and Suzanne Bird, Topeka junior, were co-chairmen for the carnival festivities.
to research grants shows that this fear is groundless."
"The University of Kansas is, to the people of, Kansas, the center point in the state's scheme of higher education. They look to the University for leadership and they should be able to find it there."
What is the position of the University in relation to the state, the people of Kansas and to the students?
"Incidentally, I might add that KU's reputation as an academic center is outstanding across the nation. This is a benefit to every student who attends it and this is the way we mean it to be."
"But it is one of many schools and desires to cooperate in all ways with those involved toward the same purpose. By this I mean both state and privately supported schools."
What is your attitude toward higher education in general, i.e.,
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either favoring specialization or a broad liberal background?
"That is the exact purpose of the University; to provide both.
"For those who know early the fields they are interested in we provide pre-professional and professional education. It is liberal arts that pervades everything on campus and, therefore, the College is really the central figure on campus."
What do you consider to be the major concern of the University to be presented to the legislature?
"The aim of the University is not to provide technicians but well educated people in every field."
"The funded retirement system for faculty members, as suggested by the Board of Regents, is essential. This is the number one request of the University, through the Board, to the next legislature."
In your estimation, what is the ideal student at KU?
"One who is motivated for education. One who conducts himself as a mature individual. One who has poise in all situations. And one who can recognize the value of the extracurricular activities of the university.
"In other words, one who exercises leadership and responsibility in his student years."
On The Inside
On the inside of today's Kansas you will find:
"A" SECTION
Student Scholarships page 5
Fraternity Pledges pages 7 and 10
New Faculty Members page 14
"E" SECTION
Cross Country Roundup page 2
Football Roundup
pages 3 through 7
Football Picture Page page 8
KU and the Olympics page 9
Sorority Pledges page 14