Lehigh University - Epitome Yearbook (Bethlehem, PA)

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The Department of Geology GEOLOGY is that branch of natural science which is concerned with the earth as we find it and the many changes through which it has passed. The geologist studies materials of which the earth is ■f - n composed, their associations and relationships, their modifications and alterations and the agents respon- »■ sible for these changes. The information obtained from these sources together with the investigations of fossils preserved in the rocks enable him to re- construct the history of the earth and to trace the . k evolution of life through the ages. Ttt H The Department of Geology has two purposes: first, to present geology as a cultural subject to those who wish to satisfy an intellectual curiosity as to BENJAMIN LeRoy Miller, how the geological phenomena are to be explained ,, , ' 7 „ ' and second, to teach geology as a practical and Head of thr Department ' t tn, r of Geoloi y technical subject for the engineer and the economic geologist who must be acquainted with geological principles if they are to find and develop useful and essential mineral and rock de- posits without undue expenditure of time, effort, or money, or build with safety great engineering structures, tunnels, etc., such as are demanded in modern industry. For both purposes, Lehigh is well situated. A wide variety of geological features is within easy access. The most important cement and slate operations of the entire country are close at hand. Anthracite coal mines are not far away and valuable iron and zinc deposits can be reached on one day trips. The Department of Geology was established at the beginning of the University by the appointment of Theodore Roepper, the discoverer of the Freidensville zinc deposits, as Professor of Mineralogy and Geology. He was followed by a number of other men who have distinguished themselves in the geological world. Among these are Dr. Edward H. Williams, eminent glacial geologist and founder of Tau Beta Pi; Dr. Joseph Barrell, who became one of the leaders in geological theory; and Dr. John D. Irving, who was a brilliant student in economic geology and editor of Economic Geology. The Faculty Benjamin LeRoy Miller, Ph. D Professor and Head of the De- partment of Geology. Augustus Henry Fretz, C.E., M.S .Assistant Professor of Geology. Lawrence Whitcomb, Ph.D Instructor in Geology. Donald McCoy Eraser, Ph.D Instructor in Geology. Arthur J. Ciastkewicz, B.S. in E.M Graduate Assistant in Geology. Bennett Frank Buie, B.S Research Felloic. BZp '

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The Department of English SiNcic the reorganizatit)n ut the Department i)f English under the direction of Dr. Smith, great importance has been lent to the teaching of the rules of composition and grammar which are of great significance to the engineering and business students. The success of these two classes of students depends greatly on their ability to use the English language correctly. To fulfill the aim of the Department, then, all students must elect at least one vear of English. The Arts students are required to take in addition a course in the study of Drama. The department is gradually expanding. Courses are gnen in public speaking and debating; these have gained great popularity as electives. Under the supervision of M. J. Luch the debate team annually meets teams from other schools. There is ample opportunity to those who desire to study and york on publications to do so. The course in Journalism providing this opportunity is responsible for the success of the Brown and White, the semi-weekly newspaper of the University edited by students. During the past year the Department of English inaugurated a course in graduate work, facilitating such advanced work for those students who majored in English. RtmF.RT MEu.Ai.f Smith, Ph.D. HrjJ of thr Drpjrtmrllt of E ,f nh Robert Metcalf Smith, PhD Myron J.-icon Luch, Ph.D. The Faculty PROFESSORS Professor and Head of the Depart- ment of English. Professor of EnfJ sh. ASSIST .A NT PROFESSORS Edgar Heisler Riley, Ph.D. Howard Garrett Rhoads, M.A. Eugene Hulse Sloane, MA. Dale Hartzler Gramley, M.S. Warren Fletcher, M.A Simon Deptula, M.A. Jonathan Burke Severs, M.A. Charles Wesley Phy, M.A. Cederic Gale, M.A. Arthur Parker Helms, B.A. Kenneth Karl Kost, B.A INSTRUCTORS ASSISTANTS Assistant Professor of English. Assistant Professor of English. l)!s true tor in English. Instructor in Journalism. Instructor in English. Instructor in English. Instructor ;n English, histiuctor in English. Instructor in English. Instructor in English. Assistant in Journalism. 32

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The Department of Mathematics and Astronomy ' ]iy| ArHi;MAi ics is probablv the nldest of tlic sciences ■ ■ ■ but its development in and application to modern life and thought demand other respect than that customarily accorded to tradition. The Depart- ment of Mathematics and Astronomy is fully cogni- zant of the needs of mathematics in the aspects of modern existence and offers a curriculum which makes for the fullest satisfaction of the needs. Over and above the service rendered in classrooms, the de- partment sponsors an honorary mathematical frater- nity. Pi Mu Epsilon, which meets periodically and furthers social and cultural interest in this science. TtiMLiNSON Fort, . ' .B., A.M., Ph.D. Httid of the Dtpartmint of Mathimatics and Astronomy The Faculty PROFESSORS ToMLiNSON Fort, Ph.D Professor and Head of the Department of Mathematics and Astronomy. Charles Lewis Thornburg, C.E., Ph.D Professor Emeritus of Mathematics and Astronomy. John Hutcheson Ogburn, C.E Professor of Mathematics and Astronomy. Joseph Benson Reynolds, Ph.D Professor of Mathematics and Theoretical Mechanics. Lloyd LeRoy Sm.-ml, Ph.D ..Professor of Mathematics. ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS John Eugene Stocker, M.S Professor of Mathematics and Astronomy. Kenneth Worcester Lamson, Ph.D Associate Professor in Mathematics. ASSISTANT PROFESSORS Clarence Albert Shook, Ph.D ...Assistant Professor in Mathematics. George E.mil Ravnor, Ph.D. Assistant Professor in Mathematics. INSTRUCTORS Frank Swan Beale, Ph.D Instructor in Mathematics. Edward Hutchins Cutler, Ph.D. ..Instructor in Mathematics. VoRis Latshaw, Ph.D Instructor in Mathematics. Stewart Scott Cairns, Ph.D .Instructor in Mathematics. Hugh Smiley Stanley, A.M Instructor in Mathematics. Ralph Newcomb VanArnam, M.S Instructor in Mathematics and Astronomy. GRADUATE ASSISTANTS He.nry George Swain, A B. Graduate Assistant in Mathematics. John Edwin Freehafer, B.S Graduate Assistant in Mathematics. 32