North Dakota State College of Science - Agawasie Yearbook (Wahpeton, ND)

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Left to right, front row: A. S. Marsha!!. Forbes; Fred J. Traynor. Devils Lake: Dr. A. D. McCannel, Minot: Merle Kidder. Towner. Hack rate: Frank '. Whitney. Dickinson; I.. ). Frederickson. I'ekin; .•I. F. .-Imason. Commissioner: Hoy Johnson, ( assetton. Mrs. Vernon Johnson. Waltpeton; and D. M'. West bee, (Irand Forks; arc new members of the board, taking the place of Mr. Frederickson and Mr. Traynor. If we seek to fulfill the dreams of a new Girls' Dormitory, the remodeling of the Old Gym. or any other expensive campus-improving projects, we need the “yes signature” of these men which is the main street go-ahead. Since one day in June, 1938. when a constitutional amendment brought the State Board of Higher Education into being, the affirmative nod of this body has been a determinate in our, as well as every state college's destiny. 1953’s group of supreme educators is a composite of many different professions and state corners. These friendly, professional men make frequent trips of inspection, as, led by Commissioner A. F. Arnason. they become acquainted with their subjects. These seven advocates of equality, improvement, and collegiate advancement wear their crown of authority well. 11

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On its Golden Anniversary the North Dakota State School of Science can be justifiably proud of the contributions it has made to the social and economic life of our people. For a half of a century the School of Science has offered and given training of the highest quality to the many people, young and old alike, who have been students at this fine school. The School of Science has stood the test of time. However, a greater challenge has presented itsef. With the coming of the atomic age the highly mechanization of industries and farms, the discovery of oil in North Dakota and the potential contribution of the Missouri Basin the School of Science must be alert to the need and willing to provide the best education possible to the present and coming generation. I congratulate the North Dakota State School of Science on its splen- did achievement during the past fifty years.

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A Message from Our President E. F. Riley More improvements have been made on the campus of the State School of Science during this year than in any year in the history of the school. The contract for a new Womens Dormitory to house 65 girls was let and the construction of the building started. A desirable place for girls to live has been looked forward to for many years. At last we can see a dream fulfilled. The new Heating Plant was completed and put into use February 1. This building has ample capacity for any future buildings on the campus. It is probably the most modern and efficient heating plant in the state of North Dakota: it is a beautiful structure. The old Heating Plant, long an eye sore in the center of the campus, will be completely demolished. This will change the appearance of the campus more than anything that has been done in recent years. The old Gymnasium has been put into temporary use as a health center and auditorium and for other school activities. When this remodeling is completed it will be both beautiful and useful. The “oval will change its shape during the coming summer; so that the old land mark will no longer look the same. The new Field House has been in use for many important functions in addition to athletics activities. All in all this has been a very successful year The student body has increased and prospects for the future arc good. 12