Interest in continuing education grows
By 1961, enrolment in the Extension Department was 8,566 — exceeding the number of students enrolled in regular programs.
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A variety of course offerings
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T.H. Barton, interim Director (1966-1967)
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By 1961, enrolment in the Extension Department was 8,566 — exceeding the number of students enrolled in regular programs.