From its humble beginning as Acadia College, a Baptist school established in 1838 in Wolfville, Nova, Scotia, to one of the top primarily undergraduate universities in Canada, Acadia, University holds a special place in the hearts of its students, past and present. Part of the Images of Our Past series, Acadia University is an unparalleled historical and pictorial account of the campus, culture students, and faculty of the illustrious institution. Over 150 archival photography accent detailed depictions of early campus life, including statements, stories, and anecdotes from generations of a alumni on everything from residence life in the Barrax and Ladies' Seminary, to the Rhodes Scholars and rogues of academia, to special events, from bed pushing to debating, and organizations that have withstood the test of time, such as the Athenaeum and the Axemen and Axewomen. Featuring a detailed history of campus buildings, past presidents, noteworthy faculty members and outstanding students, Acadia University is the essential yearbook for anyone who has ever been connected to the university. Book jacket.