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This Week in Liberal Arts History… 1940 … Using proceeds from the Cotton estate legacy, the College of Mines hires its first professor of art. … 1941 … The Texas legislature approves the construction of an auditorium on campus (today’s Magoffin Auditorium). The Second World War would delay its opening until 1951.
During the 2017-2018 academic year, UTEP celebrates the 50th anniversary of the College of Liberal Arts. Tune in each week to learn something new about the history of liberal arts and more during our yearlong celebration. See you next week!