This collection includes digital copies of Taylor University's yearbook.
The first yearbook for Taylor University was published by the Senior Class of Taylor University in 1898 as The Gem. Yearbooks were published biennially from 1901-1921. A special yearbook-style publication called Cosmo was published in 1916 and was affiliated with the schools newspaper, The Echo, and issued by the Senior Classes.
A Taylor University yearbook has been published annually since 1921 with the exception of 1943 and 1944, when it was published as the Gem-Echo, a combination of the student newspaper and yearbook.
The yearbook was known as The Gem from 1898-1962 with the exception of 1905 when it was named Le Fleuron. In 1963, the name changed to Ilium, which is the current title.
Historical Context Statement
The Ringenberg Archives & Special Collections of Taylor University makes a variety of historical materials publicly available to the Taylor community, scholarly researchers, and the general public. Some of these materials may include content (e.g., images, negative stereotypes, language) that viewers find objectionable for any number of reasons. It is important for viewers to consider the time period and historical context in which the materials were created when consulting historical materials.
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Ilium 1967
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The 1967 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
Theme: The Spirit of Taylor
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Ilium 1963
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The 1963 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
First year of Ilium.
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The Gem 1962
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The 1962 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
Last year of Gem.
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The Gem 1961
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The 1961 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
Theme: Dimensions of Man
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The Gem 1955
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The 1955 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
Dedicated to Mrs. Haakonsen
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The Gem 1953
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The 1953 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
Dedicated to those who have not only contributed to Taylor while students on her campus, but who have also taken the spirit of Taylor University with them to all parts of this earth.
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The Gem 1951
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The 1951 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
Theme: The Pilgrim's Progress
Dedicated to Dr. Burt W. Ayres
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The Gem 1950
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The 1950 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
Dedicated to Grace Olson
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The Gem 1949
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The 1949 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
Dedicated to the Ayres-Alumni Memorial Library
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The Gem 1948
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The 1948 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
Dedicated to Professor Theodora Bothwell
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The Gem 1947
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The 1947 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
Theme: The Dawn of a New Century
Dedicated to Dr. Milo A. Rediger
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The Gem 1946
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The 1946 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
This is the Centennial Edition of The Gem. This volume is dedicated to the memory of Bishop William Taylor.
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The Gem 1945
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The 1945 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
Dedicated in honor of those who, in Christ-like manner, have accepted His call to tread the sin-darkened paths of human habitation to take the message of gospel light and radiant hope to perishing souls.
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The Gem 1942
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The1942 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
Theme: "Stands her towers seen far distant"
Dedicated to Miss Olive May Draper
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The Gem 1941
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The 1941 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
Dedicated to Dr. Jacobs
