Necktie drawn circles.

"In 1946, many students were returning veterans that were more mature, and more anxious and demanding of instruction. Our professors were surprised and happy to accept the challenge.

"Mechanical Engineering Professor Scofield was formal at first, but showed a sense of humor by using his necktie to draw circles on the blackboard in machine design – without taking it off. He even attended our picnics at City Park. We all enjoyed him for his hidden wit.

"It was a peaceful and tranquil time after the war, especially walking across the Oval on an early morning in June. The grass was velvet green, the trees all leafed out, the campus was quiet – true serenity."