Vassar College Digital Library

Vassar at 75

Video file
Date
1940 May-June
Description
Professionally edited film commemorating the 75th anniversary of Vassar College. The bulk of the film centers on the weekend of commencement, but it begins with the dedication of Baldwin Infirmary. People visible at the dedication include President Henry Noble MacCracken and Jane North Baldwin. Scenes from June 7-9, 1940 include registration in front of Alumnae House, a luncheon for alumnae in the Athletic Circle, the Alumnae Parade, Class Day festivities, including the Class of 1938 Daisy Chain, the anniversary convocation in the outdoor amphitheater, and commencement. Members of multiple classes are visible in the parade
Creator
Subject (Topical)
References
Misc 1940-06-12; VQ June 1940
Details
Extent
8 minutes
Format - AV

film reel

Identifier
VCFV0004_02
English