Missouri State University - Ozarko Yearbook (Springfield, MO)

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.mmf-t il A. l 1' Wil l -l l 4 1 ji l I v registrar The Office of the Registrar has often been referred to as the clearing house of a college. This is true since so much of the information is channeled through this office. Matters of admissions, registration, schedules, preparation of catalogues, checking students for graduation, certification of students for teaching, and corre- spondence and extension work of the college are some of the things that are handled by Guy H. Thompson and his staff. The well-known efficiency of this office is, according to Mr. Thompson, due chiefly to the capable work of his assistants. To the student, the title of registrar is practically synonymous with grades. On this subiect Mr. Thompson says, l wish it were possible to record all 'E' grades for each student, but the record must show just what the student earned. l 1 l l l dean of women The variety of the tasks assigned to the office of Dean of Women, Bertha Wells, makes for never a dull moment. They range from scheduling all college functions that do not take place in the Student Center to the care of lost articles. Dean Wells issues locker keys, reports excused absentees, approves posters for the bulletin boards, takes emergency calls for students, and answers inquiries from prospective students. Housing for women students not living in the dormitory can be secured from her office where a complete record of approved living quarters is on file. ln addition to this she has had enough time to devote to indi- viduals that many alums have said with a reminiscent smile, Dean Bertha Wells? Sure, she used to straighten me out every once in a while. . Joyce Bower, Merle Gregg, Lu Ann Proffitt, Azalea Shannon, secretary to Kathryn Miller, secretory to Guy Thompson. assistants to the registrar. Dean Wells. 37 G-ee: 9- 7 x. ,c Aegsgn., .ln . ,

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1' 'fini F Yi: ' . - -if 'T P-sift'-QM ' - ' 'T arf' - 4-'wget I ':',Ef:'i?':', -- ' ' Y L Q,qg:4,,a,y-' 1 , , fe' if WT' .fit ' V' l E' ,W . , Y J I ' l l 4 appointment bureau For six years Mrs. Hazel Ponder has advised students on two of the problems which concern them most-part-time employment as a student, and a full-time position as a graduate. The administrative detail in- volved in these tasks has never prevented Mrs. Ponder from taking a personal interest in the vocational objectives ot each student. Her experience as an elementary teacher and county superintendent of schools, and her connection with public school authorities and other prospective employers provide a competent answer to the question, Where can l find a job? administrative dean The combination of an excellent memory for names and faces and a sincere interest in each individual makes the new Administrative Dean, James E. Bane, a favorite of the entire student body. Dean Bane is concerned with the students' extracurricular as well as curricular activities and is a believer in the theory that too much of either will lead to a misintormed personality. The dean, who served as SMS counselor-trainer for two years, did graduate work in psychology and guidance. He holds degrees from the University of Michigan and Co- lumbia University. Through his office pass matters dealing with campus housing, student counselling, Student Center problems, Ap- pointment Bureau, alumni activities, college mail service, public relations and field service, and publicity. Charles Strickland assists the Dean in matters ot student contact, publicity, and public relations. ln spite of these numerous duties, Dean Bane con- stantly keeps in mind his conviction that The basis of success of every college is the individual. LEFT: Charles Strickland, Public Relations Director. MIDDLE: Mary Forrester, secretary to Dean Bane, Violet Hover, mail clerk. RIGHT: Nancy Nichols, secretary to Dean Bane. ,,., .i,i.,,,. , , ,.,. ,,.., .C . ....,.- Y- .-,...s.

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,,,,x E1 rs.: s. . ' 3 Q-,lf .. - 1111. business manager auditor school physician Serving as business manager of the col- lege is Lee Morris, now in his 29th year in this position. Among his numerous duties and respon- sibilities are: custodian of all physical prop- erty of the college, administration of execu- tive budget, supervision of purchasing, and general supervision of the college bookstore. Mr. Morris serves as Treasurer of the Board of Regents. Business institutions on the SMS campus, such as our college bookstore, have been developed to their present state of complete organization and efficiency largely through his efforts. Reflecting part of his philosophy is the motto in his office which says, Great minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events, small minds discuss people. June Long and Alice Peterson, D A secretaries to Lee Morris. Maurice Edwards, Assistant Auditor. The duties of bursar are those of primary concern to Walter l. Baker, college auditor. Under his capable supervision are the financial records of Southwest Missouri State College. His belief that lndustry brings its own reward certainly has helped to determine the way Mr. Baker has conducted his office. ln addition to the handling of all school funds, Mr. Baker is also responsible for a quarterly report to both state and national officials. He is secretary to the Board of Regents, audits institutional and group ac- counts, and administers staff retirement funds and the hospitalization plan. Before becoming auditor, Mr. Baker was head of the Commerce Department at SMS. The Student Health Service is under the direction of Dr. William Edward Taylor, who says, A routine examination is worthless if it is not followed up . The entering student is provided with a complete physical check. A capable staff of trained technicians assures specialized care at all times and Miss Ray, the efficient head nurse, always has a sympathetic smile for the student. The office is equipped with modern ap- paratus including a complete clinical and x-ray laboratory, for diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and minor surgical procedures. The students of Southwest Missouri State College are fortunate in having the most complete health service in the state, with the exception of Missouri University. Katharine Caughran, laboratory techniciang Mary Lee Cardot, receptionist to Dr. Taylor. Iva Ray, school 45.