University of Arkansas Monticello - Boll Weevil Yearbook (Monticello, AR)

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138 Academics Dr. Tom Coleman III Communications Arts Dr. James Culpepper Biology Savannah Daniel Nursing danice Dougherty Fine Performing Arts John Dougherty, Jr. Head Fine Performing Arts James Edson Physical Science Dr. Albert Etheridge Head Biology Dr. Michael Fountain Forestry Dr. Walter Godwin Physical Science Dr. John Greene Forestry Percy Grissom Agriculture Joe Guenter Physical Science Claudia Hartness Communication Arts dim Huey Biology Alfred Hui Physical Science dames O. Johnston Education Psychology Robert Langley Business Administration David Lanphier Fine Performing Arts Dr. Gale Long Head Communication Arts Lowell Lynde, Jr. Math Left: Louis Dunlap stands up for a better view at a football game. Below: Dr. Gordon Culpepper utilizes the blackboard in instructing a biology class.

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HANK CHAMBERLIN Hank Chamberlin retired July 1, 1980 after serving this institution for 35 years. When he came to UAM (then Arkansas A M) in 1945, there was no forestry pro- gram. Chamberlin immediately took hold and proceded to initiate and nurture Arkan- sas’ first forestry curriculum, which eventu- ally grew to be ranked among the top five in the nation in job placement. “‘Hank’’, as he is fondly referred to by his students, has taught every one of the 586 forestry graduates that UAM has produced during his 35 year era. He has certainly touched the life of each and every one of his students in some way. This fact was graphi- cally revealed on May 2, 1980 when ap- proximately 200 of Chamberlin’s former stu- dents assembled in Monticello to honor him and present him with a check for $3,500 as a token of their appreciation. Chamberlin’s presence here has altered this campus and his efforts will undoubtedly continue to show. He will, without a doubt, be forever remembered. ef Above: “Hank”’ as his students see him; teaching Dendrology (the identification of trees). Below: Mr. Chamberlin speaks as his wife Marjorie holds a check given to them by his former students. Academics 137

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By Arabel Llana Monday, February 11, 1980, Herman C. Steelman died of a heart attack. UAM lost not only a biology profes- sor but one of its most loyal supporters. The sixty four - year-old educator had been with UAM since 1947 when he first became a part of the institution as its Dean of Men. One could go on incessant- ly about Mr. Steelman’s in- valuable contributions to this school. One could be told of twenty odd years of work as a faculty representative to the AIC, or of the years he spent as head of the Biology Department, or of the tre- mendous amount of work un- dertaken to help mold that department into a much revered position. But that’s all facts, dates, and numbers. It’s of little significance to the many science majors and athletes who have come to know him. Mr. Steelman provided strength as well as friendship. Our Biology Department has become well respected in the past five years due to the high calibre students it has produced. Recommendations sent from his department are highly regarded and Steelman was a fundamental force behind this. At the time of his death, he was the director of pre- medical studies at UAM. The Fordyce native was always ready to listen and give sound advice to those who needed it. He offered encouragement for those in pre-professional training and health care fields and he could be count- ed upon to help with preparations for the admissions tests which are so important for entrance into medical schools. Mr. Steelman asked for respect from his students, and he gave it in return. He was fair and just. And though there were rules to follow, he tried to be flexible enough to benefit his students. It has been rare that such an unassuming man could shape so many lives. Mr. Steelman’s leadership not only won the AIC conference recognition but he was instrumental in the development of many of the league’s rules and regulations - always putting the athlete first. He is gone but has left behind the fruits of his hard work and loyalty to this institution. He will be sorely missed, but he will also be greatly appreciated and our love for this man will go on forever. Dr. Betty Matthews Communication Arts dulian Mettal Business Administration Dr. Robert Pearson Physical Science Irene Puckett Education Psychology Dr. Wayne Puckett Education Psychology David Ray Communication Arts Elwood Shade Forestry Edward E. Stone Communication Arts Dr. James Sweeney Forestry Dr. Robert Wiley Biology Dr. Larry Willett Forestry Vivan Wray Nursing =n Academics 139