 | The University of Virginia record March 15, 1933 |  |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
THE SUMMER QUARTER
The Summer Quarter of the University is an integral part of the University
Year, the courses in the College of Arts and Sciences being the same
in character, method and in credit value as in the other quarters. In the Department
of Education many professional courses for elementary and high
school teachers which are not offered in the regular session are given to
meet certificate requirements. The Summer Quarter is divided into two
terms for the accommodation of those who can give only five or six weeks
to the work but who desire University credit. The First Term will begin
June 19 and will close July 29, with lectures 5 times a week. The Second
Term will begin July 31 and close September 2, with 6 lectures a week.
Students may enter for either term or both. A separate registration card
must be filled out for each term.
The Summer Quarter is conducted for white men and women students
as follows: Elementary school teachers seeking certificate or degree credit,
high school teachers desiring certificates or degree credit, students just entering
college desiring advanced standing, undergraduate students, pre-medical
students and pre-law students desiring to meet entrance requirements, medical
students, engineering students, graduate students working for the master's
degree or wishing to engage in, research, school officials, supervisors
and superintendents, and serious minded men and women who wish a wider
knowledge of some special subject or seek broader general culture.
Institute of Public Affairs.—The seventh session of the Institute of Public
Affairs will be held from July 2 to July 15 for the study and discussion of
outstanding issues in national, state, and local government and the economic
and social problems underlying them.
The Institute of Public Affairs was inaugurated in 1927 as an experiment
for the purpose of advancing the popular understanding of public questions
and stimulating in the public mind a more vital interest in public affairs. Its
program in 1927 was a comparatively simple one consisting of 7 Round Tables
and 18 Public Addresses. It succeeded far beyond the expectations of those
who conceived and planned it and, because of the fact that it emphasized
particularly the domestic problems of the United States and had among
the speakers outstanding men in public affairs, made a wide appeal to the
American people.
The Institute since 1927 has grown both in the number of those participating
in the program and in the members and visitors in attendance, and
also in the scope and richness of its program. The attendance at the 1932
session, held from July 3 to July 16, consisted of 560 registered members and
1,204 registered visitors from 30 states, the District of Columbia, Mexico,
Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, Cuba, Peru, England, South Africa and New Zealand.
These numbers do not include residents of Charlottesville and Albemarle
county and members of the Summer Quarter of the University. The
average attendance at the evening addresses was 602, with 1,053 at one particular
session.
Attendance.—A change from a six weeks' summer session to a full Summer
Quarter was approved by the faculty and authorized by the Rector and
Visitors in 1920 and its rapid growth has justified the wisdom of these bodies
in establishing it. The total enrollment for both terms in 1932 was 2,020.
Deducting duplicates in the second term there was a total attendance of 1,553
individual students. Of the total enrollment 1,458 were from Virginia and
562 from 38 other states and countries. There were 1,136 women and 884
men.
Entrance Requirements.—There are no formal examinations for admission
to the Summer Quarter. Students are admitted to such courses as
instructors find them qualified to pursue with advantage, but they should
be graduates of accredited high schools or have had equivalent preparation.
If a student wishes regular admission with a view to taking a degree, and
does not expect to register in the regular session of the University, he should
present a full statement with, as far as possible, official credentials of all
work which he has done in high school or college. These credentials should
be sent in advance to the Dean of the Summer Quarter. Students who
wish to enter the courses leading to the Normal Professional Certificate are
required to make formal application on blanks which will be furnished by
the Registrar of the Summer Quarter. Such applications should be filed in
the Office of the Registrar before the opening of the Summer Quarter.
Location—Charlottesville, the seat of the University of Virginia, is in
a picturesque and healthful situation among the foot-hills of the Blue Ridge
Mountains. It is at the junction of two great lines of railway, the Chesapeake
& Ohio and the Southern, and is thus of easy access from every part of the
country. The sanitary arrangements of the University are excellent. The
climate is invigorating, healthful, and free from malarial conditions, the average
elevation of the surrounding country being about 650 feet above sea
level; the water supply is pure, being drawn by gravity from a mountain
reservoir 6 miles away; the system of drains and sewers is complete. The
average monthly mean temperature from 1901 to 1932, taken from the records
of the U. S. Weather Bureau station at the University Observatory, were
June, 72.7; July 76.3; August, 74.8. There are golf links, swimming pools,
and many other attractions for summer visitors.
Excursions.—One of the most attractive features of the Summer Quarter
are the trips to nearby points of interest and of beauty. Under the directorship
of a competent guide there will be excursions to Monticello, the
home of Thomas Jefferson; to Natural Bridge; the battlefields in Virginia;
the Endless Caverns and the Grottoes and any other points to which a sufficently
large number may care to go. The trips to the famous caverns
located in the Valley of Virginia have always been exceedingly popular. The
underworld wonders of these caves are famous throughout the entire country
and many tourists come from all over the world to see them. These
trips are made by automobile and the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains,
the Piedmont Valley and the Valley of Virginia greatly enhances the
pleasure and profit derived from them.
The proximity to Richmond, Petersburg and Old Point Comfort should
make a visit exceptionally interesting. On designated clear nights parties
will leave Cabell Hall at 8 o'clock to visit the McCormick Astronomical
Observatory, where they will be shown the stars through the large telescope
in the observatory.
In addition to the trips suggested above, well planned and personally
conducted trips are arranged to Washington and New York. Since these
are conducted by competent and experienced guides and are arranged for
large numbers, a student can see more in less time and for less money than
if traveling alone.
To Endless Caverns and the Grottoes.—Tuesday, July 4. Total cost,
including transportation, entrance to both caves, and meals, about $7.50.
To Natural Bridge and Lexington.—Saturday, June 24. An auto trip
over the beautiful Blue Ridge and through the famous Shenandoah Valley.
Cost about $6.50.
To Monticello.—Dates to be announced. Automobile round trip, including
admission to grounds and buildings, $1.25.
To Washington.—Saturday (date to be arranged), returning late Sunday.
Total cost, including sightseeing trips through public buildings, Arlington
and Mount Vernon, the Franciscan Monastery and National Cathedral, the
services of a guide and chaperon, hotel bills (the party stops at the famous
Mayflower Hotel), and railroad fare, approximately $20.00.
To New York.—Saturday (date to be arranged). The New York excursion
includes passage to and from New York, meals and all sightseeing cost
except incidental car fare, and subway charges. The sightseeing includes,
among numerous other features, Fifth Avenue, Broadway, Grant's Tomb,
Columbia University, Chinatown and East Side, Aquarium, Brooklyn, the
top of Woolworth Building, Statue of Liberty, and, if time allows, Coney
Island. If a sufficient number desire it, a trip to Atlantic City will be
arranged. Approximate cost from $16.00 to $18.00.
Rooms and Board.—The Summer Quarter is making a special effort
this year to have as many of the students as possible live in the dormitories,
thereby creating a closer school spirit and more comfortable living while
attending the University of Virginia.
The Administration of the Summer Quarter has taken advantage of
every opportunity possible to reduce the cost of living during the session
in order to meet the needs of those whose incomes have been lowered, and
therefore takes pleasure in announcing
THE LOWEST RATES
ever offered for accommodations. (See paragraph on Board and Room.)
Tuition charges have always been and are now lower than most other
institutions of the same rank, and all railroad and bus lines offer reduced
rates, so that actual costs are reduced to a minimum and living here is
the Summer Quarter here because the expense exceeds that in other institutions.
The Halls are the most comfortable, best-equipped and most modern
rooming accommodations in the University or in the city. The buildings
are of three stories and of full fire-proof brick and cement construction
throughout. They provide one hundred and fifty-three apartments, of living-room
and bedroom, each apartment intended to accommodate two students.
However, single apartments may be secured if desired. All of the rooms
are approximately fifteen feet square. Each living-room has an open fireplace
and is furnished with a desk with drawers, a table, steel waste-basket,
two rocking chairs, two straight chairs and floor plugs for reading lamps.
Each bedroom has two large built-in clothes closets, and is furnished with
two single steel beds, two chiffoniers, and two straight chairs. All furniture
is of excellent quality. All bedrooms open directly into a bath. If
reservations are made early one may obtain a suite with only two apartments
using the bath.
East and West Lawn dormitories were completely renovated in the
late summer of 1932 and are in excellent condition for the occupants who
desire to live in these single rooms. All rooms are provided with running
water.
Randall Hall, East Range and Dawson's Row, Houses A, B, C, are
for men. Houses F and G are for married couples with children. Basement
apartments in the New Halls are reserved for married couples without
children. A number of these have private baths.
Regulations in Dormitories.—Each Hall will have a Committee in Charge
selected by those rooming therein with the student Hostess as Chairman
(there will be a student Hostess living in each Hall) and this Committee
will arrange for entertainment, recreation and enforce regulations made by
those rooming in the building, subject to the rule of the Administration.
The Administration of the Summer Quarter requires that women students
should dismiss men guests and be in their rooms by 11:30 every night,
except Saturday night when they will be permitted company and leave
until 12:30 without permission. Permission for leave after this time may be
obtained from the Hostess in charge of each Hall.
Entertainment consisting of sings, games, teas, story telling, dancing,
etc., will be arranged for those living in the dormitory.
There are a number of private lodging and boarding houses situated
off the campus. All houses accommodating summer school students must
be on our approved list.
If accommodations are not secured before arriving, students should go
immediately to Peabody Hall where information will be given them. Students
are cautioned against solicitors at the station or on the grounds and
are urged to accept advice regarding accommodations from the Administration
only. A guide with a Summer Quarter badge will be at the Station
to aid students with baggage but not to designate boarding houses. The
and Sunday at opening of term and will give such information as
may be desired.
All inquiries concerning rooms and board should be addressed to the
Secretary of the Summer Quarter, Box 1337, University, Va.
Fees.—Applications for rooms in the dormitories must be accompanied
with a retaining fee of $2.50 per person, the remainder to be paid on arrival
at the University. Each student must have a receipt from the Secretary
in order to secure his or her room key. Checks should be made payable to
the UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA and sent to the SECRETARY OF
THE SUMMER QUARTER, Box 1337, University, Va.
Each suite will ordinarily be occupied by two students. The rental for
these suites is $2.50 each person per week or $15 for the First Term and
$12.50 for the Second Term. Suites for one person may be secured for
$25 for the First Term and $20 for the second Term.
Rooms on the Lawn and Ranges will rent for $2.00 each person per
week or $12.00 for the First Term and $10.00 for the Second Term. Single
rooms will rent for $15 for the First and $12.50 for the Second Term.
Rooms will be ready for occupancy June 16.
If a room is not claimed by June 24 and no notice is received by the
Secretary, the reservation may be regarded as cancelled and the room rerented.
All transfers of reservations must be made through the Secretary, Miss
Arehart.
Each occupant of a dormitory room must provide pillow, linens and
whatever rugs or curtains may be desired. Cooking is not allowed in the
dormitory. Pillows may be rented at the Summer Quarter Office, Peabody
Hall—$1.00 deposit on pillow and when pillow is returned to the office a
refund of 75c. is given. Electric light bulbs may be obtained for rooms
on the Lawn and Range for 25c. A deposit of $1.00 is required for keys
in the Halls and 25c. for keys for the Lawns and Ranges and is returned
upon receipt of the key at the close of the session.
Board at the University Commons is offered at the following rates:
$6.00 per week if contracted and paid for only by the week, or $33.00 if contracted
and paid for for the full term of six weeks.
OR
If as many as two hundred persons will contract for the entire term
of six weeks a minimum rate of $31.50 for the term will be given.
Corresponding rates will be offered for the Second Term.
The food is well cooked, appetizing and nutritious. A Dietician is in
charge and often substitutes in the diet may be arranged with her. The
Commons is the coolest building on the campus which adds to its attractiveness.
Students desiring to co-operate in securing the minimum rate of $31.50
should notify the Secretary of the Summer Quarter promptly. No payment
will be required before the opening of the First Term.
APPROXIMATE SUMMARY OF NECESSARY EXPENSES
The figures in the following table may be taken as a fairly accurate
approximation of necessary expenses for a session of six weeks. Necessary
expenses are reckoned as University and tuition fees, laboratory fees, lodging
and board. If a student shares a room with another student, and practices
the strictest economy, he may possibly reduce his expenses below the estimate.
| Virginia Teachers | Non-Virginians | |||
| First Term | Second Term | First Term | Second Term | |
| Registration Fee | $ 10 00 | $ 10 00 | $ 5 00 | $ 5 00 |
| Tuition Fee | [1] | [2] | 25 00 | 25 00 |
| Medical Fee | 0 75 | 0 75 | 0 75 | 0 75 |
| Room, Light, Furniture and Service |
12 00-15 00 | 10 00-12 50 | 12 00-15 00 | 10 00-12 50 |
| Board | 31 50-42 00 | 27 50-35 00 | 31 50-42 00 | 27 50-35 00 |
| Total for session of six weeks |
$54 25-67 75 | $48 25-58 25 | $74 25-87 75 | $68 25-78 25 |
| The University of Virginia record March 15, 1933 | |