Fairmont State University - Mound Yearbook (Fairmont, WV)

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2 A. IJx94£fsk (iMde The spirit of Fairmont State College is personified in its president, Dr. Joseph Rosier. When newcomers to The Hill wonder at the atmosphere of harmony and happiness that pervades The Friendly College, they have only to ask his students to find that it is Uncle Joe who has laid the founda- tion for the feeling of good will. Kindliness, friendliness, and the desire to help one ' s fellow men are only a few of the high standards he has set for his school. Long recognized as a leader in educational circles, Dr. Rosier has been the guide and friend of teacher and student alike. He believes, especially in these times of stress, that young people should learn to shoulder responsibility and this belief is manifested in the school ' s thoroughly democratic system of government.

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A native of the state, Dr. Rosier was born in the village of Wilsonburg in Harrison County. He began his teaching career in 1890 and for fifty years has been actively engaged in the field of education. From a village school Dr. Rosier went to the principalship of a Salem school, thence to the superintendency of the schools of Harrison County. It was there that his public career began in earnest. At the same time he was furthuring his formal education and in 1895 received his P.Bd. degree from Salem College. Later he received an A.M. degree, and in 1933, after the National Education Association had honored him as its president, Marshall College conferred an LL.D. upon him. In May, 1941, Fairmont College cele- brated the news that their beloved president had become the Junior United States Senator from West Virginia. The love of his students and the admiration of his friends are the feel- ings inspired by Dr. Rosier and such tribute is paid only to those who are great of heart. FAIRMONT COLLEGE LIBRARY