University of Colorado - Coloradan Yearbook (Boulder, CO)

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Jacob Van Ek ARTS SCIENCES 9 In these times, when society is confronted by such baffling perplexities, there is an ever increas- ing necessity for an educated leadership in society. This need the College of Arts and Sciences at- tempts to fulfill. It does not try to train specialists, but rather to give its members an idea of the ma- terials, methods, and aims of the different realms of human knowledge to the end that they will view with intelligence and sympathy the difficulties of fellow human beings and aid in overcoming these difficulties. It is only with such equipment pos- sessed by ever increasing numbers of individuals that mankind can hope to build a finer type of society. If I may be permitted to express a personal hope for the members of the College of Arts and Sciences, it is that all will make the fullest possible use of the libraries. laboratories, classes, and op- portunities for association with fellow students and faculty members which are provided by the Uni- versity in the College of Arts and Sciences, so as to secure that broad background of knowledge and those points of view and sympathies which are needed for effective leadership. 9 9 Jacob Van Ek. Dean. ENGINEERING In September, 1934, the registration in the College of Engineering was approximately 15 ' ' greater than in September, 1933. This increase was quite general in all schools and colleges in the Uii.- versity. A detailed study of the causes would be interesting. No doubt improved economic condi- tions, student employment by the Federal Govern- ment, and an accumulation of high school gradu- ates from several recent classes contributed to the increase at this time which was in sharp contrast to the falling attendance of the two previous years. In addition to these rather obvious reasons it may be that the young people of university age in these years of economic disturbance have been passing through experiences similar to those which pre- vailed during the World War. Soon after the War the schools and colleges of the country were crowded with students. In times of stress the real value of an education becomes more apparent than when conditions are normal. A University education does not guarantee suc- cess. The experiences of the past few years have proven, however, that an education opens up avenues of opportunity that are not available to those who are unprepared. 9 Herbert S. Evans, Dean. Herbert S. Evans • 16 -

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EXECUTIVE COUNCIL Van Ek. Rogers, Dcrham. Washburn, Ev Norlin. Willard. Br The Executive Council is the executive committee of the University Senate. The Senate is composed of all the members on the University faculty with a standing of assistant professor or above. Although the Council has no power to enact permanent legislation, it may formulate and enforce temporary regulations, wh ich are referred to the Senate at the first meeting after the date on which they were passed. It deals with major cases of discipline and has power to expel, rusticate, or suspend any student, but it does not take action without affording the student an opportunity to appear and present his case. It also deals with questions of attendance affect- ing more than one college or school. The Council meets once a month or at the call of the President. President George Norlin Dean Oliver C. Lester Dean Jacob Van Ek Dean James Grafton Rogers Dean Herbert S. Evans Dean Homer C. Washburn Dean Milo G. Derham MEMBERS Dean Elmore Petersen Dean Harry G. Carlson Dean Lydia Lawrence Brown Profe.ssor Aubrey J. Kempner Professor P. G. Worcester Professor James F. Willard Professor James G. Johnson Dean Maurice H. Rees -4 15)s .

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SCHOOL OF BUS I NESS 9 9 It is quite natural for every man who is suc- cessful in his life work to view that enterprise with enthusiasm. Thus, when a man seasoned by long experience expresses himself his opinion carries weight by reason of his achievements, his position, and his own convictions. In applying the foregoing observation to busi- ness as a calling or profession, the testimony given by leaders in its ranks is glowing indeed. One such leader has painted this luminous picture: Business is today the profession. It offers something of the glory that in the past was given to the crusader, the soldier, the courtier, the explorer, and some- times to the martyr — the test of wits, of brain, of quick thinking, the spirit of adventure, and espe- cially the glory of personal achievement. Another equally famous business man gives his approval thus: Trade is a path-finder in the wilderness: a herald of peace; a torch-bearer of culture. To which may be added the words of a noted contem- porary historian: The most admirable and effi- cient piece of work being done today is the work business is doing. No king or general or priest is ellmore I etersen accomplishing so much even in terms of his own metier. ' Such testimony, even though taken with salt or lemon-juice, may not be discounted entirely. Even a bit of truth in them gives promise. 9 • Elmore Petersen, Dean. L A W 9 ♦ The School of Law sets its aim high. Its plan is to offer three or four years of solid and rich training not only in technical topics, but also in the social and historical principles on which law and government are founded. Its library, building, and other facilities permit this. Its faculty is de- termined upon achievement. The school asks of students not only a broad foundation of liberal education before entering, but steady work in the study of law. The School is eager to encourage initiative, insight, and professional character. It be- lieves it serves this state and nation best if it turns out each year a few men with a feeling of profes- sional obligation, a thorough grounding in the law- yer ' s work and some human understanding. 9 9 J.AMES Grafton Rogers, Dean. James Grafton Rogers 4i7