The mace was designed and constructed by Mr. William Eleazer, a Western graduate. The vocalist will be Mr. Walter Carringer. Following today's meeting a luncheon will be held at the Chancellor's Residence in honor of the retiring trustees. The Awards and Honors Convocation will follow at three o'clock. He believes Western is the best-kept secret in the state.
Work is in progress on the senior gift, and the river clean-up was very successful.
A new parking lot with 125 spaces is very welcome. At the recent Awards Banquet Kappa Alpha was named outstanding fraternity and Phi Mu, outstanding sorority. The stress levels for students are high right now, with final exams in progress. Mr. Laughter commented that it had been a great honor to serve on this Board and he had an overwhelming respect for those in this room. Mr. Forsyth thanked Mr. Laughter for his contributions to the work of the Board during the past year.