Alumni Sentiment

Small numbers, strongly felt

"Editorial"

This editorialist uses Mary Washington College students' proposal to relax their dress code as another reason for the argument that coeducation would contribute to the demise of the quality of life at UVa. This author heralds the "coat and tie" tradition of UVa which ironically ends before women enter the College of Arts and Sciences in 1970. The Daily Progress, 11/16/67

Special Committee on the Admission of Women

This exchange between University official Frank Rogers and Thomas B. Gay of Richmond details existing legislation in regards to the legality of admitting women to the University of Virginia. According to Gay, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 does not deny state universities federal funding if they discriminate on the basis of sex, only race, religion and national origin. Gay argues that the University need not be concerned with the legality of excluding women from the College of Arts and Sciences. date

"Coeducation Threatens All-Male Bastion at UVa"

Women were breaking down more than just admissions barriers; they intended to be included in any and all "traditional" activities, including (living on?)the Lawn and typical male organizations. Richmond Times-Dispatch, 2/12/71