Brevard College - Pertelote Yearbook (Brevard, NC)

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rv v New Dean enthusiastic about Brevard Dr. Morris Wray was installed as Dean of the College on Thursday, September 1, 1977. With his superior academic achievements and professional experience, Dean Wray is well qualified to meet the chal- lenges at Brevard. After receiving his B.A. from Mars Hill College, he continued his studies at the Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary where he earned the Master of Divinity degree. At Vanderbilt University. Dean Wray was awarded the M.A. and Ph.D. degrees. Complementary to his academic accomplishments, Dr. Wray has had a successful and exten- sive career in the field of higher education, having served at Vanderbilt, The College of William and Mary, and Andrew College. Enthusiastic about the growth and development of the Col- lege, Dean Wray has the creative energy to help implement changes. Experimentation, according to Dr. Wray. is the catalyst through which new and better ways of doing things may be found. He states. I am trying to listen this year. The way in which we grow is yet to be defined. ' In an effort to understand better the needs and interests of all the students. Dean Wray has intentionally not become involved with one group, but has realized the necessity to learn all segments of the campus. top left: Dean Wray pauses to answer a question from a parent, left: After the oath of office, congratulations are given to Dr Wray by President Martinson, lower left: At breakfast. Dean Wray shares a casual conversation with Mike Easter below: John Spencer and Jeff Armistead talk with Dr Wray between classes academics 21 •

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Dr. Martinson ' s general outlook optimistic In viewing his job relationship, Dr. Martinson says, My religious faith governs me. The resources of God with the resources of man make a better component. In his second year as President of Brevard College, Dr. Jacob C. Martinson is optimistic both about the educational opportunities at Bre- vard and the quality of its students. According to Dr. Martin- son, Brevard is a giant among small colleges. He states that preparation here is superior to the first two years anywhere else. Emphasizing the importance of the first two years, Dr. Martinson relates them to kindergarten and the first grade. The comparison illustrates the fact that these impressions, experiences and achievements lay the foundation for later accomplishments. According to Dr. Martinson, students today are well qualified and, as a result, are able to make the most of their experiences at Brevard. top right: President Martinson can smile even after the exp erience of Sliding Rock, right: Taking their dog, Mac, for a walk around the cornfield is an evening ritual for the Martinson family; lower right: As chief administrator of the College, it is necessary for Dr. Martinson to spend much time in his office; below: During Onentation. Dr and Mrs. Martinson converse with parents and students at the informal reception 20 academics

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Dean Houk involved with students Dean Mary Margaret Houk, an invaluable member of the Brevard College administration, has served as Associate Dean of Student Affairs for the past seven years. Before coming to Brevard in 1970, she was affiliated with Florida State University and with Stetson University, Recounting her past experiences, Dean Houk says that there is more student involvement at a school the size of Brevard. Appointed Acting Dean of Student Affairs in the summer of 1977, she is now in a key administrative position. Dean Houk is pleased with this challenge because she believes that it is important for college students to see educated women in action. Realizing the responsibility involved in meeting the demands of her job, Dean Houk is involved with a large cross section of students this year. Although she deals with stu- dents in greater numbers. Dean Houk states that the Brevard campus is one that promotes an opportunity for closeness among students, faculty and administration. above: With her increased administrative duties, Dean Houk spends much time in counseling, left: Considering a problem brought up in an SUL meeting. Dean Houk ponders the question, lower left: Dean Houk stops to chat with Mr McDowell: lower right: At the fall meeting of the Board of Trustees, Dean Houk participated in a discussion with the Student Affairs Committee 22 academics