Agnes Scott College - Silhouette Yearbook (Decatur, GA)

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Mr. Stukes, on the side steps of Buttrick. Associate professor of philosophy and eckication, Miss Emily S. Dexter is a ineml er of several national psychological associations. In Atlanta, she serves as the secretary of the Atlanta Mental Health Hygiene .Society. In constant demand by civic organizations, she gives lectures to and heads discussions with the Parent-Teacher associations of the vicinity. Associate professor of psychology, Miss Katharine T. Omwake has collaborated with Miss Dexter in writ- ing a widely used psychology textbook. In her spare time she collects miniature objects from Mexico, or, during the fall, likes to be out of doors to rake and l)urn leaves. Mr. Sam P. Wiggins was on the campus during the winter and spring quarters as instructor in teacher education. PHILOSOPHV, EDUCflTIOn PSVCHOLOGV To help students understand the luniiaii mind in its j hysical and more intangible aspects and to siiow them how to moidd young minds through the process of education are the aims of the de]3artment of philosophy and education. An increased interest in teaching during the past t v ' o years has added to the popularity of the education courses. Mr. S. (in RR-i Stlikes has another job at . gnes .Scott, that of jjiofessor of philosophy and education. His keen wit and ready laugh infuse additional interest into the fascinating study of the conscious and sid)conscious mind. Two passengers, Miss Dexter and Miss Onnwake, wait for the elevator. socioioGv flno economics A KNOWLEDGE of social trends in family life, culture, and racial questions, with an understand- ing of business helps students of sociology and economics to be- come intelligent citizens. Miss Mildred R. Mell, pro- fessor of economics and sociol- ogy, stresses the practical appli- cations of social and economic principles. Interested in civic affairs, she is a worker in the Community Chest drives. Mr. Floyd Hunter, lecturer in sociology, taught a limited number of sociology students this vear. Eneountcring an obscure topic, Miss Mell consults the card catalogue. 27

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mflTHEmnncs Xdmiration lor clear thinking and good reason- ing and the thrill of vorking vith abstractions attract students to the study of mathematics. Mr. Hknrv a. Robinson, professor of mathe- matics, impresses students not onh vith Iiis kno ' ' ledge of mathematics but also with his ap- preciation of tlie beauty in mathematics. Inter- ested in campus activities, he is frecjiiently asked to sponsor or to judge student events. Beautifully constructed figures lend clarity to Mr. Robinson ' s explanations. Just back from classes. Miss Gaylord poses In her office. Friendliness, a keen intellect, and patience characterize Miss Leslie Gaylord, assistant professor of mathematics. Afiss Gaylord is an adviser for Christian .Association and is an active worker in her own church. A relief map of Palestine helps Mr. Gum- ming emphasize Biblical environment. BIBLE Mr. Garber inspects some of the Bible department equipment. .As THEY familiarize students with the scriptures, members of the Bible department endeavor to reveal the truth and beauty of the Christian ideal, and to encourage its development in each individual girl. Mr. P. i ' L I eslie Garber, professor of Bible, inspires students with his revealing expositions of the scriptures and delights them -ith his sono- rous speaking voice and well organized lectures. A popular guest, he responds to invitations to preach in all parts of the south. Mr. Daniel }. Cumming, acting associate pro- lessor of Bilile, is a valuable loan from the mis- sion field. He is planning to return to Korea. 20

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SCIERCE Atomic energy and the implications of its power have led more and more students to the study of science— biology, chemistry, and physics. Through a genuine enthusiasm for his work, Mr. W. J. Frierson, professor of chemistry, has made his courses particularly stimulating. His lectures are always marked by simplicity, clarity, and the revelation of surprise techniques. Miss Elizabeth Crigler, associate professor of chemistry, does most of her work with advanced students. All of them praise her systematic and methodical way of teaching. In the spring and lall. she h ' kes to take sight-seeing outings aroiuid Atlanta. Before an experiment, Miss Courtcnay and Mrs. Heckard put some equipment in order. When test tubes break, or when reactions do not be- have properly. Miss Mary Ann Courtenay, assistant in chemistry, always answers the need with the right infor- mation and a smile. Mrs. REBE(:t:A B. Heckari), also an assistant in chem- istry, Avorks lor the most part with advanced students. An .addition to the campus this year is Mr. William A. Calder, professor of physics and astronomy. Already he and his family have made themselves an integral part of the campus. Mr. Calder created a sensation in December by accompanying the Christmas Carol Choir in one of their munbers with his harp. Since his arrival, a new astronomy clulj lias been formed. Playing the harp Is one of Mr. Calder ' s musical accomplishments. 2S