Bethel College - Graymaroon Yearbook (North Newton, KS)

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Guardians of Our Destiny Council has supervision of extra-curricular activities. The president draws up the S. R. R. A. Bonder ' s searches for a brilliant idea. A research in social room reform by Lois. After jokes studies come first, say Clem and Steve. Margaret, the representative of the Regier element. Danny takes everyone ' s picture but his oivji. That sedate miss, a superb example of senior dignity. Bring the dictionary, Thompson is making a motion. Restate that motion, please, so Florence can record it. To act as a channel for the manifestation of the democratic spirit of the students is the responsibility of our official student-governing body. Varied administrative and legislative functions are granted it; these include the su- pervision of all extra-curricular activities en- gaged in by the students, the recommendations upon the policies advocated to govern student life, and the fostering of the tradition of the college. Included among the major accomplishments of the student councils of ' 35 and ' 36 are the designing and adoption of an official school emblem, and the reopening, furnishing, and gov- erning of the social room. Projects under way at the present time and to be completed by the end of this year are the installation of a sing- ing tower and the introduction of a budgeting system for all student activities. During the year of 1934-85, the council was guided by Moses Stucky; this year William Juhnke wields the gavel. Page 11

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Ou L P ' lesicJent Edmund G. Kaufman, B. D. Ph. D. Austere Ralph Schrag A methodical attack upon school problems, a determination to conquer obstacles, and an inspired leadership have clearly characterized the activi- ties of Bethel College the last two years and have marked our adminis- trative officers as aggressive leaders. The bridging over of the difficulties that all church colleges faced during adverse economic conditions, the ad- herence to a definiteness of purpose in education, the trend towards higher standards in the teaching staff, im- provements in plant equipment — all have been the result of a careful formulation of plans on the part of the President and the administrative council. Cooperation between the adminis- tration and the faculty, between the management and the constituency through an alert board of directors, is making Bethel a united family cir- cle in which all are permitted to voice their ideals in the promotion of cre- ative Christian education. It is the invigorating vitality radiating from the executive officers that inspires students and saturates the atmosphere with a spirit that makes for purpose- ful living. Board of directois reading left to riftht: Dr. E. G. Kaufman, J. C. Reftier, H. E. Suderman. J. H. Franzen, Rev. P. H. Richert, Rev. C. C. Wedel. Rev. P. A. Wedel, Rev. H. T. Unruh. Gerhard Zerger, Rev. P. K. Regier, Rev. J. E. Entz. Page 10

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Forty-five Per Cent of Professors Have Doctor ' s Degrees •:• Although profound in wisdom and steeped in experience, our faculty fraternizes with us. Abundantly gifted they serve not for wealth or fame, but for ideals they cherish. Dr. Penner pays many visits and leads economics students among the in- tricacies of supply and demand. From a wealth of experience Dean Goertz guides students to sublime philosophical and religious views. Dr. Wilson, all inclusive in her knowledge of sociological treatises and well-versed in the nature of fem- inine escapades, resides at the dormi- tory and is Dean of Women. An example of equanimity and stern appearance — but most fatherly and a helpful debate coach — Dr. Harsh- barger is the ideal of all prospective social science and speech teachers. Dr. Linscheid ' s roguish wit and practical applications in his exposi- tions on literature and his use of the English language are refreshing. As a family man Dr. Regier bring? home the bacon and proudly partici- pates in the rearing of five daughters; as a professor he molds and inspires future pedagogues. Dr. Friesen makes students ' heads whirl with electrons, density, and volts, until the amount of ignorance displac- ed is equal to his painstakingly clear explanations. Uncle Davy with his pleasing wit and hearty laugh is loved by everyone. Peace work is his hobby; teaching mathematics his delight. Stimulatingly did Miss Ratzlaff teach The Family and efficiently the clothing courses. She opened new vistas for our outlook upon the world. Professor Bargen keeps account of the money we owe the college and teaches commerce. His rendition uf Die Adventures des Otto Hiawatha Krautwickels will long be remem- bered. As former pastor of the Bethel Col- lege Church, Dr. Kliewer, President Emeritus of the college, is a constant Cornelius D. Penner, A. M., Ph. D. Peter S. Goertz, A. M., B. D., Ph. D. Ethel M. Wilson, A. M., Ph. D. Emmett L. Harshbarger, A. M., Ph. D. John E. Linscheid, A. M., Ph. D. Aaron J. Regier, A. M., Ph. D. Abraham P. Friesen, A. M., Ph. D. Page 12