University of Northern Iowa

Commencement - June 1936

Date
Monday, June 1, 1936
Site
Men's Gymnasium
Speaker
Dean C. H. Oldfather, University of Nebraska (Commencement Address) Dr. Earl A. Roadman, President of Morningside College (Baccalaureate Address)
Events
  • A reception for the graduates was held at President Latham's home on Sunday, May 24 at 7:00 PM.
  • A concert by the College Band was held on Wednesday, May 27 at 4:15 PM.
  • Dedicatory dinner for the George T. Baker Hall was held on May 27 at 6 PM.
  • "Accent on Youth" was presented on Thursday and Friday evening.
  • A commencement dinner party was held on Saturday, May 30 at 6:15 PM in the Commons.
  • Baccalaureate services were held on Sunday, May 31 at 10:30 AM.
  • Alumni dinner on Sunday, May 31 at noon in the Commons.
Highlights
  • 12 degrees and diplomas were awarded in November, 1935.
  • 34 degrees and diplomas were awarded in March, 1936.
  • 330 degrees and diplomas awarded June, 1936.
  • "Accent on Youth" was chosen as the commencement play.