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To the Editors of the Crimson:

In a number of courses in the University the instructors refuse to give back to the students their theses written at conferences. They keep the papers and mark them as they please, without ever giving the men a chance to see their mistakes or know how they are doing.

The only excuse that I have been able to elicit from an instructor concerning this custom, was, that if the papers were given back a great deal of trouble would be caused by complaints over marks. In other words personal annoyance was given as the cause of hiding the marks from the student.

If men are trying to do well in their studies and are looking for a high grade, it is almost essential for them to receive back their papers. In this way only can they see where they have made their mistakes and learn what sort of an article their instructors desire.

It is to be hoped that some action will be taken in this matter by the Faculty. S. N. H.