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Western has continually progressed since the first day of school on September 7, 1897. This official opening day was preceded by a Summer Normal which opened July 26, 1897. The advanced sessions were held in the high school in Dillon, since the college facilities were not yet available. From the beginning, Western stressed the idea that students of education should have actual practice in classroom situations. A model school for this purpose was established for the first summer session. For many years student teaching was done in cooperation with the Dillon public schools. Today many other Montana cities are involved in the program. (Right) The First Administration Building after it was completed in 1897. (Below) The original building and the 1902 addition.
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foy Emorick designed Western's 5th Anniversary seal. (Below) or pen with which Governor signed WMC into existence is a keepsake. (Bottom) Or. James t, Dr. Da e Tash, and Governor bcock ed Western's 75th Anniver ogram. c 4 f' J. February 23, 1968, marked the 75th Anniversary of the signing of the charter of Western Montana Col- ege. Western was signed into existence as a State Normal School when Governor John E. Rickards signed House Bill No. 75 on February 23, 1893. The people of Dillon had to campaign very hard to have the school located in their community. After much vigorous campaigning, Dillon was chosen over her chief rival, Twin Bridges, to be the home of the teacher's college. 2
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(Right) Students pose on the steps in 1897. (Below) In 1898 students produced Mrs. Jar-ley's Waxworks. (Bottom) The first library occupied a space that now houses the art department. The faculty at Western has expanded from the first five in 1897 to the present forty-three full-time and two part-time members. Western's faculty members have always been noted for their skill and dedication to the advancement of education. In 1898 three students received diplomas for completion of the one-year professional course then offered. In 1967, 166 candidates received certificates and degrees. Like the faculty, the students have been enthusiastic about their training in education. They have proved themselves in schools throughout the United States. 4
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