James Madison University : A Social history of student life [ background paper]. Part of an oral history project / Monica Malinowski. 1996.

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James Madison University : A Social history of student life [ background paper]. Part of an oral history project / Monica Malinowski. 1996.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/36854568

This monograph gives a brief chronological history of JMU, first known as the State Normal [and Industrial] School for Women in Harrisonburg, Va., then as Madison College, and since 1977, as James Madison University. Mentions presidents and their contributions, with an emphasis on the social traditions and life of the institution from a student point of view. Summarizes some of the significant social history and changes which have occurred since its founding including: campus myths; freshman initiation rights; studying habits; party traditions; sports; religious activities; various codes, rules and regulations (dress, honor); the changing focus of education; political unrest; and the change from a women's institution to a co-educational one. Statement of purpose: This oral history series shows how James Madison University has changed over the years, with an emphasize on student social life. Interviews were conducted with four students/former students who reflected varying viewpoints on the subject. They were: Mary Spitzer, student during the 1930s, now a retired teacher; Dr. Caroline Marshall, student during the 1950s, now a professor at JMU; Lauren Webb, 1996 senior, living on campus; and Robert Bernard Pritchard, also a senior, living off campus.

11 leaves ; 28 cm.

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