The athletic board met last January and discussed the subject, but contrary to reports, there was never a vote.

In 1947, the athletic board awarded varsity status to men's gymnastics, and Loken was named the head coach.

He also served on the university's athletic board.

Those who had not experienced the athletic boards had heard about them and were not too anxious to learn more firsthand.

As a student he had organized the athletic board of control and was vice-president of students's union.

"Nothing is done until the athletic board meets and everything is in place," Newton said.

In 1947, the athletic board awarded varsity status to men's gymnastics.

Maybe so, but they apparently don't sit on the athletic board.

The following day, the chairman of the athletic board said that Iowa would grant their demands.

Evy vehemently denied the charges, and Iowa's athletic board took no action.