The Hilltop Remembered

This book of delightful reminiscences by Dr. William G. McEvitt covers the nine years from 1927 to 1936 when he attended Georgetown as an undergraduate and medical student. Dr. McEvitt died while the book was in press, but these memories of fellow students, faculty and administrators of the late '20's and early 30's bring alive the university in one of the more halcyon periods of its long history. The Hilltop Remembered was published by the Georgetown University Library and may be ordered by writing to the University Librarian. Dr. McEvitt willed two fine paintings to the University (including a very handsome Jasper Cropsey), and his widow, Mrs. Mary McEvitt, donated many fine literature books from his library.

Alumni Clubs at Work

The Georgetown Alumni Club of Puerto Rico raised funds to purchase a collection of books dealing with the history, literature and art of Puerto Rico. This greatly strengthened the library's holdings on this important area. It comes at a most propitious time since the annual Alumni John Carroll Weekend Award ceremonies will be held in Puerto Rico in 1985.

The Parents Fund

A number of years ago the Parents Council of the Georgetown University Parents Association "adopted" the library as the recipient of its fundraising activities. This has resulted in the addition of thousands of new books over the years to the main campus library system. The Parents Council established a Parents Association Book Endowment Fund from funds raised annually through the sale of Georgetown related items (watches, framed prints, plates) to parents. This special interest on the part of parents has greatly strengthened the library.