University of Nebraska Lincoln - Cornhusker Yearbook (Lincoln, NE)

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Unoccupied desks in an empty legislative chamber await the arrival of Nebraska ' s lawmakers. Legislature Provides University Funds The legislature promotes higher educa- tion within the state by appropriations for the University of Nebraska. These funds supplennent the regular income of the Uni- versity which is received from student fees, federal funds and endowments. Revenue requests are submitted to the legislature by the University. In the 1958 election an amendment was passed authorizing the legislature to establish a separate juvenile court. The court will operate as an administrative agency associated with welfare personnel. It will have a specialized juvenile judge. The State House is the planning center for Nebraska.

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Chancellor Stresses Continued Progress Progress has been the theme of Chan- cellor Clifford M. Hardin ' s adnninistrative program since his arrival at the University of Nebraska in 1954. The new Administrative Building, Ly- man Hall and Student Health are the results of his aspirations for a dynamic University. The Chancellor ' s program includes higher academic standards as a means to a more complete college education. He believes closer communication between faculty members and students is essential to his goal. Looking to the future, Chancellor Hardin believes that higher education be- longs in the everyday lives of people. Rs executive officer to the Chancellor, Dean of Faculties Adam Breckenridge expertly directs all academic activities. James Pittenger, assistant to the Chancellor, surveys in- adequate campus parking facilities with Sgt. Furrow. Can we arrange an appointment? is a question that faces Mrs. Louise Ward and Mrs. Maxine Keller, secretaries.

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Nebraska ' s State Capitol is the administrative center for Gov, Ralph G. Brooks after his inauguration in January. Nebraska Supports Democratic Leader Last November Ralph S. Brooks was elected governor of Nebraska on the demo- cratic ticket. hHe is the first democrat elect- ed to the governorship since 1938. Brooks, a graduate of Nebraska Wesleyan Univer- sity and the University of Nebraska College of Law, was superintendent of McCook pub- lic schools and president of McCook Junior College before his election. Governor Brooks ' policy stresses in- creased enforcement of present tax laws and a more effective highway program. A leader in the field of education for many years, the governor Is dedicated to promoting a strong educational program for Nebraska. The governor discovers his duties often continue after office hours. 23