University of Northern Iowa

Commencement - August 1936

Date
Thursday, August 20, 1936
Site
Outdoors, South Campus
Speaker
Dr. William Scott Gray, University of Chicago (Commencement Address)
Events
  • The president's reception for graduates was held in the Commons on Sunday, August 16 at 7 PM.
  • Commencement dinner was held on Wednesday, August 19 at 6:30 PM in the Commons.
  • Commencement was held on Thursday, August 20 at 7:30 PM.
Highlights
  • The College Eye featured an article on appropriate attire for women graduation candidates.
  • The president's reception for graduates was held in the Commons due to repairs being made to the president's home.
  • 215 students received degrees and diplomas.