University of Northern Iowa

Commencement - June 1935

Date
Monday, June 3, 1935
Site
Men's Gymnasium
Speaker
Dr. John Scholte Nollen, President of Grinnell College (Commencement Address)
Events
  • Women graduates were served tea on April 11 at 3:30 PM in the Commons
  • Baccalaureate services were held on Sunday, June 2 at 10:30 AM in the Auditorium, with an alumni luncheon to follow.
  • "Distaff Side" were presented on Wednesday, May 29 and Friday, May 31.
  • A reception for graduates was hosted at President Latham's home on Sunday, May 26 at 7:00 PM.
  • Commencement dinner was held on Saturday, June 1 at 6:15 PM in the Commons.
  • The Cap and Gown Breakfast was held on Monday, June 3 at 7:30 AM in the Commons.
  • Commencement was held on Monday, June 3 at 9:30 AM.
Highlights
  • It was mentioned in the College Eye that several students wanted Huey Long to speak at commencement.
  • "Distaff Side" was chosen as the commencement play.
  • The Class of 1910 was honored at the alumni reunion luncheon.
  • Edgar A. Ralston presided at the alumni luncheon.
  • 262 students received degrees and diplomas.