Bradford Hits At Freshman Social Apathy

Deploring the lack of interest in Freshman activities, as evidenced by poor attendance at last Saturday's informal dance, William C. Bradford, Assistant Dean of the College and Secretary of the Union, stated that the Union will back almost any student activity desired by Yard residents.

"Dances haven't been supported," Bradford said, and although Saturday's affair kept dance committee books "in the black," he indicated that many more couples could have been accommodated. As a possible explanation for this apparent apathy to social activities, Bradford suggested that not many Freshmen know girls in the vicinity to bring to the dances.

Suggests "Mixing Dances"

A recent informal poll disclosed that many Yardlings have not had the opportunity to meet girls from nearby colleges. As a solution to the problem, some suggested more "mixing dances" with neighboring girls' schools, such as the dances with Radcliffe held earlier in the fall.

The poll further showed that other recreational facilities in the college are felt to be "woefully inadequate." Specifically, "more music, ping-pong tables, theatrical productions, and lectures on popular subjects" were requested.

Facilities Not Used

Bradford's statement, however, indicated that the average Yard resident is unaware of the facilities offered to him by the Union. Although the Bridge Club has drawn 70 members, the recently formed Discussion Group is "fighting for its existence," only nine people having shown up for its last meeting.

In answer to the requests of the polled Freshmen, ping-pong tables and a music and record room will soon be available for student use. Plans are also underway for a darkroom to supply the needs of eager student photographers.