Agnes Scott College - Silhouette Yearbook (Decatur, GA)

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FACULTY PHYSICS and ASTRONOMY The departments of physics and astronomy offer Agnes Scott students the opportunity to become informed in these rapidly expanding areas of science. Not only do the students have the modern facilities of the John Bulow Campbell Science hiall for their research but have in addition the fine telescope located in the Bradley Observatory. WILLIAM A. CALDER Professor of Physics and Astronomy Professor McMillan and laboratory instructor Robeson help three physics students with their lab. Mr. Calder is well-known for his motorscooter and his original ideas on painless learning of science. The most delight- ful of these include annual picnics and astronomy lectures accompanied by symphony recordings. Mr. Calder also makes it a practice to have open house at the Observatory so that the entire community may participate.

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WALLACE McPHERSON ALSTON Professor of Philosophy FACULTY: PHILOSOPHY C. Benton Kline, assistant professor, as he lecturi to his class. The philosophy department offers the student opportunity for mental stimulation and encourages the development of reasoning concerning the facts and principles of reality and human nature. Courses elected in this department are re- warding experiences. PHYSICAL EDUCATION JANET ALEXANDER Professor of Physical Education e professor Llewelyn Wilburn, assistant pro- tarriette Lapp, and instructors Patricia Ann nd Eugenie Louise Dozier plan spring quarter activities. The physical education department strives to aid every student to achieve the Agnes Scott ideal of physical well- being. The great variety of courses which range from health lectures to dancing instruction, offer an interest for each individual.

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FACULTY Psychology and Education The psychology department attempts to give the student a basic understanding of the principles of psychology for application to her contacts in life The more specific education courses offer instruction for those Interested in teaching. SAMUEL GUERRY STUKES Professor of Psychology and Educati, Miss Omwake, associate professor, helps Betty Stein and Joen Fagan with an ex- periment. Not pictured: Miss Emily Dex- ter, associate professor. SPANISH The Spanish department firmly believes in active learning. Not only are speaking and writing fluency stressed, but also students are given the opportunity to display their proficiency by engaging in plays, receptions, and fiestas. MURIEL HARM Professor of Spanish Associate professor Florence Dunstan, assistant professor Melissa Cilley, and Instructor Hester Matthews plan a new play presentation. 30