The Ambassador Yearbook has a long history that connects Assumption College and the University of Windsor (founded in 1963).
The Ambassador provides a glimpse into the history of our institution and provides us with a window into life at Assumption College and the University of Windsor during some of the most turbulent and transformative periods of the past century. Feel free to read, browse, and share this content. It is available here for the years: 1939-1941, 1945, 1947-1977.
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The Ambassador: 1973
University of Windsor
The external fortunes of our universities fluctuate with the changing mood of the Canadian public. For some decades they were taken for granted, developed slowly and only moderately supported. Then, almost abruptly, they were swiftly expanded, with the provision of long overdue resources. After a few years of such large favour, dis- enchantment is now thought to cloud our prospects, as taxpayers fret over expense, and students grumble about vocational relevance. But universities have their own inner accountability. Do they discharge their traditional and fundamental function to preserve, impart and expand knowledge? If so, they can confront the present doubts, as we do at the University of Windsor, with confidence that they do make a dynamic contribution to the enrichment of Canadian society and to the enlargement of the awareness of our students.
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The Ambassador: 1974
University of Windsor
Go placidly amid the noise and waste and remember what comfort there may be in owning a diploma thereof.
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The Ambassador: 1975
University of Windsor
What is the University of Windsor? In the strictest sense, it is a collection of about thirty buildings clustered together in a relatively small area. The buildings are both old and new, testaments to different styles of architecture over more than one hundred years. But the true meaning of the University does not come forth from mortar, bricks, and concrete. Dillon Hall’s Gothic archways and marble staircase are a sharp contrast to the Law School’s sharp-sloping roof and sunken square. Both are admirable to the onlooker, but portray little of the University’s true character.
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The Ambassador: 1976
University of Windsor
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the members of Council and the people who assisted Students’ Council during the last two years. We have seen the construction of the pub known now as The Gallery; the beginning of the Volunteer Service Bureau, a part of Students’ Council’s community conscience; the presentation of Toronto Workshop Theatre to the City of Windsor; the achievement of course evaluations; the bringing in line of the often over-expended Students’ Council , budget and the renewed confidence with the University Administration of the ability of students to handle their own affairs. l have found it a very personally rewarding experience. My warmest thanks to those people who offered their support and criticism. My best wishes go to all the graduates and I hope that whatever happens, they enjoy success and happiness.
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The Ambassador: 1977
University of Windsor
This issue of the Ambassador salutes a remarkable man, Dr J. Francis Leddy, President of the University of Windsor from July 1, 1964. When Dr. Leddy announced he would retire in 1978 an immediate sense of loss was felt widely not only by members of the teaching staff and the administration, but by many in the student body. It was clear to all of them that they were to lose a wise and humane leader and friend.
Throughout his career and particularly as President at Windsor, Dr. Leddy has given a high priority to students individually and as a group. In addition to maintaining one of the most open doors on short notice in the University system, he has leant sympathy, aid and support to every kind of student aspiration. One of his particular concerns has been the broadening of educational opportunity and understanding in the student world not only Canada, but throughout the world.