Missouri State University - Ozarko Yearbook (Springfield, MO)

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DR. ROY ELLIS PRESIDENT President Roy Ellis proves an exception to the maxim, a prophet is not without honor save in his own country . As a native Missourian of strong character and executive ability, he has won a place in the hearts of all who know him. A true and understanding friend of the students, President Ellis has done much toward creating good fellowship on the campus. STC students have always had hopes of some day having a recreation room of their own. Realizing the benefit we would receive from such a student center, Dr. Ellis, together with the support of the Board of Regents, was instrumental in securing the beautiful new lounge we now enjoy. Although his daily schedule is always well-filled, he never fails to find time to give attention to tormer students in uniform, They are his special pride. The progress of a college often depends on its willingness to form new rules and to make exceptions to old ones. The August term, the revision of requirements for admis- sion and for degrees, and changes in faculty duties are examples of how President Ellis has managed to keep his eye to the future and still be responsive to the demands of the present. IO

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IN MEMORI M SAME TRIMBLE LON HAYM ES President RALPH BURLEY MAURICE COVERT B. F. lULlAN President A Born 1882 Died l 942 L. F. RICHARDSON T. H. DOUGLAS BOARD OF REGENTS The State Teachers College Board of Regents is composed of six members, two of whom are appointed every two years. Each member is selected by the Governor with the consent of the State Senate and holds the office six years. Different sec- tions of the district are represented by the members of the Board of Regents. Now serving on the Board are menqfrom Lebanon, Marshfield, Houston, Bolivar, Carth- age, Nevada, and Springfield. Their unselfish service has brought about improvements in all of the school departments. Always acting with the interests of STC foremost in their minds, these officials deserve much credit. They choose the members of the faculty and administrative officers, give approval to all bills and requisitions, lay down all dis- ciplinary rules for students, and determine requirements for degrees and certifi- cates. Highest praise is to be given to these public spirited citizens who devote time and talent to the service of the school without any thought of remuneration. Until his death last june, Sam Trimble was President of the Board, a position he had held since l933. His loyalty and work in behalf of the college will always be remembered, not only by his co-workers but also by the students. That he continued to serve STC even after he had given up other activities because of ill health, demonstrated his love for the college. 9

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N. BERTHA WELLS DEAN OF WOMEN Dean N. Bertha Wells has more personal contact with the students of STC than any other member of the faculty. Her work is an indispensable phase of the administrative department, and her office is the hub of social activity. She has various duties: she prevents any conflict that might arise between the meetings of school organizations and clubsg the lost and found department is located in her office, and she chaperones many of the school dances and parties. In addition, her regular routine for the durationwill become even more involved, since the social clubs are endeavoring to cooperate with the various service clubs in their concentration for our war effort. Dean Wells has a rare insight in under- standing students' problems. Her twenty- four years of service at STC has shown her to be an invaluable member of the faculty. As she proved her efficiency at the time our country entered the first World War, so she is showing her capability to cope with the serious problems now facing the student world. . LEE H. MORRIS WALTER I. BAKER BUSINESS MANAGER The responsible post of budget director is capably filled by Mr. Morris, whose experience and ability are relatively un- limited. His primary function is to bal- ance the books for STC. Moreover, he supervises the college bookstore, has charge of all college employment, and is the official purchasing agent. AUDITOR STC is especially fortunate in having Mr. Baker as its auditor. His position de- mands clear thinking, a cheerful person- ality, and the gift of vicariousness. He is the official paymaster of the college, and his office is the center for receiving regis- tration fees of both STC and Greenwood students. He also takes care of all music and other special fees.