Students in Dorm Room

Students in Dorm Room

Madison College, students, residence hall

Once more, a stuffed animal resides on the bed of one of these girls, who are reading and discussing in the background. A large doily, often referred to as a dresser scarf, covers the dresser on the right. Freshmen were advised to bring these for their own rooms, listed with other recommended things like a reading lamp and small rugs (also pictured), as they would find them “convenient.” [Quote from “Listen Freshman,” Booklet, ca. 1960s.]

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ca. 1940s-1950s

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