Ohio University - Athena Yearbook (Athens, OH)

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UNIVERSITY Kveiy .student looks forward to the day when lie wll receive his degree, signifying the completion of his formal education. Education The pui-pose of a college education is to prepare the student for his career, and foi- his role as a citizen. It is the responsibility of the university to create the opportunity and to some ex- tent, the motivation for the student to gain this education. To do this, Ohio University provides or- ganized knowledge presented in classrooms, also cultural and activity outlets. Here students are brought in contact with outstanding personalities from every field, both thiough convocations and class- rooms. Here also the student is given the opportunity to join any number of organi- zations through which he may not only broaden his viewpoint on specific interests but also develop qualities of leadership and group cooperation . . . necessities for an effective role as a citizen. But such efforts made by the University are useless unless the student realizes and accepts his responsibility to learn. Dr. Vang, Nobel Prize winnei ' in physics came to campus.

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W hat i a UmeiAltu . . . Education Administration photos by John alter, jr. copy by jan dawson

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To assist Nigeria in improving its free public education system, six Ohio University profes- sors will spend two years in- structing native teachers. In exchange two Nigerians visit here. U: J ■■■■■ ■I ■■ II II Space and finances must be wisely expended to maintain an up-to-date library. Small intimate class grouping is the ideal exception to the rule of increased enrollment. font ' d