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Cecil Byrd obtained his masters and doctoral degrees from Indiana University in the late nineteen thirties, and early nineteen forties. He remained at the university as a curator, eventually becoming the university librarian. He discusses his memorable professors and classes, the growth and changes at the libraries, the changes in the university over time, and the highlights of his career.

Born on June 3, 1960, James W. Gray is a 1982 Indiana University alumnus who also graduated from the Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis in 1985. He recalls his years as a student, especially his involvement in Greek life as a member of Phi Kappa Psi and his participation in campus politics. Gray discusses his role as the vice president of the Indiana University Student Association and his assumption of the student trusteeship on the Indiana University board of trustees. He also speaks about his experiences with various Indiana University courses and the issue of funding. In addition, Gray talks about the merits of prominent figures in the university's history including John Ryan, Herman B Wells, Dick Stoner, and George Pinnell.

Joseph Hartley became a full professor at Indiana at the age of 32. He remained with the university for the rest of his career as a professor and also, as the associate dean of faculties and as Vice President and Dean of Academic Affairs. Hartley discusses IUPUI, Indiana's business and law schools, diversity, Indiana University regional campuses, and student protest movements.