St. Edward’s University (1952)

This 1952 promotional film for St. Edward’s University in Austin seeks to entice potential students by highlighting the film’s many offerings. The film opens with an introduction by the university president, Brother Edmund Hunt, before highlighting the religious services provided by the university. Subsequent scenes from several of the classes offered at the time, such as religion, engineering, and economics, provide viewers with an impression of what the school was like in the 1950s.The film also highlights Hilltopper varsity sports (basketball, baseball, tennis, and golf) and other extracurricular activities, including an amusing scene with the publications editor providing minimal guidance to his photographer. Off-campus, students hang out at local Barton Springs Pool. Footage from the Senior Ball dance and graduation commencement close out the film.