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The World is All a Smile
Dean Joanne Van Sant choreographed most of the musicals, children’s productions, and Shakespeare productions at Otterbein during the Charles Dodrill years. The cast and crew of the Otterbein Theatre Department’s 1981 production of Hello, Dolly! presented Dean Van with this autographed and ballfringed parasol (left) to thank her for her contributions to the show. These items, as well as many other photos, documents and miscellaneous items from Dean Van’s estate, were donated to the University archives in summer 2012. At right is a photo from the production.
Recognize Anyone?
Topping Off the Grand Old Hall A new south tower is readied for placement on the roof of Towers Hall in the photo above. In the summer of 1973, Towers was undergoing some renovation work, and on June 26 both the old towers were removed from the building. Approximately two months later, the new towers were completed and installed atop the building.
Here’s another photo in which you can help us identify the subjects. There are quite a few, so it’s likely you won’t know them all, but if you see someone you know, please share it with us. To help, we’ll give you one: That’s James Carr, Otterbein professor of French from 1965-2000, at bottom right.
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