Commencement, 1957, processional, photo 1

This image shows the processional walking on the Promenade towards Broome-Kirk Gymnasium, built 1955, for spring commencement on May 12, 1957, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967). A student ambassador walks in the front of the line, followed by President William Howard Plemmons (1955-1969), followed by professors. The second Administration Building, built 1924, is visible in the background. This image appears in the 1958 Rhododendron (p. 159).

Commencement

Faculty

Students

Plemmons, W. H. (William Howard), 1904-1984

Appalachian State University

Pritchett Collection, 2003.080, Box 4, Service May 12, 1957, C14.1.4.4.

University Archives, Appalachian State University

1957-05-12

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Photographs

English

Image

1950s

Appalachian State Teachers College (N.C.)

Series 2 -- Events

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