oath-taking

The following oath has recently been made mandatory for re-admission to the University of Alabama:

"As a student at the University of Alabama during the 1963/64 regular session, I recognize the necessity for the continuation of stringent regulations governing student conduct during this period of potential crisis, and I hereby agree to abide all such regulations as the University of Alabama authorities may deem necessary for the maintenance of the institution's academic integrity and to insure maximum personal safety and security for all concerned. I certify that I do not have in my possession firearms or other types of weapons and further certify that I shall avoid having such in my possession for the duration of these special security measures. I will refrain from gratuitous or non-gratuitous service with the news media in matters expressly touching on race relations and the reporting of or photography of Negro students or Negro applicants at the University. Furthermore, I understand that a breach of this pledge on my part which is found to be in violation of the high standards set for University students may subject me to severe disciplinary measures." (The Daily Collegian, Detroit).