University of Southern California - El Rodeo Yearbook (Los Angeles, CA)

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Dk. Francis M. Baldn IXiin of Mc ' )i Dean Francis M. Racn, both in his capacity as counselor ni men and lecturer, has won the friendship of every student on the campus. In the fuUlllment of his duties, which include vo- cational guidance, scholastic adjustment, and social adjustment, he has shown rare insight into human nature, and displays a willingness to see problems from the students ' point of view. He is also advisor to the men ' s council, and is concerned with the problem of extra-curricular activities. During his stay on the campus, he has become noted for his loyalty and interest in the affairs of the University. DEAN OF MEN One of the offices which is most vital to the wel- fare of the University is that of registrar, which is held by Theron Clark. The many duties of the registrar include the as- signing of the students to their classes, the record- ing of their grades, and the checking of their records to the requirements for the forty-six different de- grees which are awarded by the L niversity. The school is indeed fortunate in having as Reg- istrar a man with the capabilities of Mr. Clark, who has spent over thirty years in the profession. One of his chiet interests is in having a part in helping students to build useful and worth-while lives, and his work is a determining factor in the success of our college days. Theron Clark Registrar REGISTRAR

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Dk. Frank C. Touton VICE-PRESIDENT As vice-president of the Uni- crsity, Dr. Frank C. Touton has done a great deal toward de- veloping the school to the pres- ent high position it holds among the colleges of the nation. He also serves as Dean of the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, and as Director of the educatifinal program of the Univer- sity. As a result of his intensive research into the tield of psychological testing in connection with educa- tion, Dr. Touton has been a prime factor in devel- oping many new methods of educational endeavor employed by this and other colleges. C DEAN OF WOMEN i HE women of the University are very fortunate in having as their counselor and friend Pearle Aikin- Smith, acting dean of women and assistant professor in the School of Speech. In addition to her regular duties. Dea n Smith works with the campus Y.W. C.A., and her efforts in planning the annual women ' s Hi-Jinks, presented by the group, are a large factor in its success. She is also the originator of the annual Shakespearean festival given by the Speech department. Dean Smith has had long ex- perience in dealing with women, and she is more than merely a supervisor of their program and activities on the campus. She is intensely interested in their per- Minal and social problems, and IS , friend tv all. Mrs. Pk.arli- Aikin-Smith Dcd)} of W ' dhich 16

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2t lll Ti n X } If, S .u), he tJua.a L D,Ji.,. , J. ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRESS Under the capable guidance of the Administrators, the University has been steadily expanding both strvicturally and academically. The present constrvictive enterprise be- ing undertaken on the campus is that of the Doheny Memorial Library, made pos- sible through the liberal endowment of Edward L. Doheny in memorial to his late son, Edward L. Doheny Jr. The building, which is to occupy Me- morial Park, across from the Administra- tion Building, is being constructed of Roman brick, with iigured and yeUow mar- ble, granite, and travertine used in the fin- ishing. The building details in the Lom- bard Romanesque style of architecture show a Gothic refinement that is well in keeping with the whole structural style. Under the direction of Miss Charlotte Brown, head librarian, a model library is being developed which will be well worth visiting. On the first floor will be located the collateral reading room, with pericjdical rooms and bindery situated close by. Al- though this room is directly accessible to the book stacks, it will still be controlled by an attendant, who will issue books to the students. The memorial stairway leads to the second floor, on which is located the gen- eral reading room, which carries through to the third floor, and is impressive for its size and dignity. From the windows of this room may be seen the cloister, con- taining a shaded fountain and walks, which runs on Hoover street, and which will lend distinctive beauty and intimacy to the building. Chief among the minor rooms ot the building is the club suite, consisting of a lounging room and kitchen, provided for the use )i the library employees. Other rooms include one solely for browsing, a treasure room, archives room, congres- sional pamphlet room, and reser -e room. The many mechanical pmhlcnis m con- 18