Boston University College of Practical Arts and Letters - Sivad Yearbook (Boston, MA)

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ELIZABETH NICHOLS ONATE, B.S.S., A.M. Instructor in Spanish Just picture Mrs. Onate seated at a desk piled high with notebooks, music, and papers; imagine her at the same time holding a conference with a pupil in whom she shows a deep interest (that was how I found her when I sought an interview) ; then think of the Assembly Hall, where she may be seen directing our fine Orchestra; remember a busy young woman dash- ing through the corridors between classes, perhaps stopping a minute to talk Spanish to someone; and you have an inadequate idea of the varied and full program our popular Spanish teacher has. Yet, she modestly tries to tell us, ‘““‘How can I say anything that would interest the P. A. L. girls?’’—and every minute she is doing something that shows she is very much concerned with her Alma Mater. (You know, when Seniors were, Freshmen, Mrs. Onate was a Senior here in P. A. L.!) c THOMAS CHALMERS, A.B., PH.D., D.D. Professor and Chairman of the Department of History Dr. Chalmers, with his usual smile and ease of manner, very kindly gave us some of his broadened views on America after a year away from us. “T have never been more impressed by the alertness and interest of the Freshmen during the years of my connection with the College than I am this year. I have been wandering around the world, meeting people of other nationalities and seeing first-hand the things which I am talking about to my classes. I came back with a new appreciation of American character and with a new admiration for the American girl. I am glad to be connected with this college for women. “T have five sections and about four hundred girls. They are not all geniuses, but they are hungry to know. This is the first prerequisite of scholarship. There is plenty of room for achievement, but the disposition is the first thing and we’ve got it this year.” Oh, Dr. Chalmers is a charming, fascinating “‘story-teller’’, and we are certainly glad to be “his girls’! CHARLES PHILLIPS HUSE, A.B., A.M., PH.D. Professor and Chairman of the Department of Economics If at any time Dr. Huse appears too deeply absorbed in the problems of Uncle Sam’s Monetary and Banking Systems, any clever student ean readily bring about a digression from this topic by introducing the subject of ‘‘Home-gardening’”’. Yes, indeed, our quiet, kindly Money and Banking professor derives real enjoyment from working in his garden at home, and really knows lots about weeds, seeds, and ‘‘Care of Plants’. What else? Well, Dr. Huse likes to fish, to walk (whether through the woods or eity streets) and to read. Oh, yes—to read! Goethe’s beautiful German poetry has a special appeal for him that has continued from college days. Then, too, he finds novels entertaining and enjoyable, especially those by Dickens and Thackeray, which have been ‘‘tested and proved by the wear of Time’’, Surely, gardening and Goethe make an interesting combination for an interested man. [ 24 ] 4 é ‘ fF

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192 SAMUEL DUPERTUIS, A.B., A.M. Instructor in French Mr. Dupertuis considers the student body of this institution the most intelligent, earnest, conscientious, and courteous girls that he has ever taught. He likes our attitude toward our studies and the sincerity with which we go about them. Without his energy, enthusiasm, and good humor, we feel sure that many a class in French 1 would never acquire as thorough a knowledge of irreg- ular verbs and numerous other intricacies and peculiarities of that lan- ruage, but with Mr. Dupertuis for a leader, few dull moments exist. We have learned from him many interesting facts about France and Switzerland. But one of the greatest virtues he has taught us is patience. “Endurance is the crowning quality, And patience all the passion of great hearts.” What quality is finer than this in any man? JOSEPHINE PICKERING HASKELL, A.B., A.M. Instructor in German “IT never enter a German class without feeling that I’m going to a party. Every moment is filled with inspiration, and the big hand of the elock dances around until the hour is over and we wonder why that bell rang so early. Have I taught other languages? Yes, Latin, Greek, French, Span- ish, and English, but to me German is the most inspiring, for it is the language of poetry, music, art, and culture. The students who elect it are usually among the best in college and they always grow to love the language and to appreciate the boundless field of German literature.” Even though she is so thoroughly engrossed in her German Department, one need never fear asking her co-operation in anything, be it suggestions for plays—and then we get almost professional advice!—or hints for our next costume party. Your willingness to help is so apparent and sincere, we don’t know what we'd do without you, Mrs. Haskell. ALLENA LUCE, A.B., A.M. Assistant Professor of Spanish Miss Luce’s advice to P. A. L. girls is that precious bit from Polonius’s speech to Laertes: “This above all: to thine own self be true, And it must follow as the night the day, Thou canst not then be false to any man.” You see, Miss Luce’s diminutive stature does not prevent her from giving us a lofty message. But our Spanish teacher does everything in a big way. Her classes are among the most interesting and instructive, and her energy applied to the Spanish Club helps to make it one of the most successful in the College. Few there are who do not know the way to Miss Luce’s office. It is a pleasure to visit that cosy place when in need of help, because one is always cordially welcomed there. Some teachers give two kinds of instruction. Miss Luce belongs to this group because she not only teaches Spanish, but unconsciously gives us a lesson in warm-heartedness. 123 |

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CHARLES R. SMALL, A.B., A.M., PH.D. ed . » . Associate Professor of Economics All of us who have experienced Mr. Small’s pleasant smiles and ready appreciation ofhumor, know that he truly lives this bit of his philosophy of life which hesBas given us: “Learn. to laugh. A sense of humor is a ‘saving sense’ in more ways than one. A pleasantry often relieves a tense situation. A good Jaugh prevents nervous disorders. It is a tonic to the soul. Sensitiveness io ridiculous situations has kept many a man from making a fool of himself. “Learn to laugh, but know what you are laughing at. “Seriously yours, CHARLES R. SMALL.” Mr. Small has given P. A. L. girls a large order to carry out, but it sounds as though his suggestion might often help us over the rough spots. We shall try it and see for ourselves. THEODORE JOHN KREPS, A.B., A.M., PH.D. Instructor in Economics Mr. Kreps’ favorite query, “Is that clear?’’ and his understanding smile if we have to admit frankly that it isn’t, are alone sufficient to redeem Economics from the list of dull, impossible subjects. In spite of his in- clination to deprecate staid old Boston, we find that he really likes Boston University. And would it be too bold to add that the girls of P. A. L. like him and hope he won't despair some day and forsake them entirely for Harvard? He tells us wonderful stories of mountain climbing out West—he came from Colorado, you know—and yet, he majored in Greek and Latin wher in college! We all vow that we shall one day see for ourselves the scenic grandeurs and the broad-minded, progressive peoples of the great West that arouse such enthusiasm on the part of Mr. Kreps and give such a jolt to the New England pride. You are certainly a booster for your native state, Mr. Kreps! HOWARD KINGSLEY, A.B., A.M., PH.D. Associate Professor of Psychology and Head of the Department of Philosophy, Psychology, and Education “The spiritual and intellectual qualities of the young women of P. A. L. are indeed most excellent. The girls here are not afraid to attack real problems and face important issues. Before I came to this school, 1 be- lieved that it was filling a real place in the educational world. Now, after spending some time here, I am even more firmly convinced of the very worthy purpose of this institution. I am very happy to be a member of its faculty and to have a share in promoting its program.” So speaks our Psychology professor, and may we just add a word—that we are indeed glad he decided to forsake the southern clime for our more bustling metropolis, and that we consider ourselves fortunate in having in our midst one who can expound at such great length on the receiving, connecting, and reacting mechanisms; but in spite of all his knowledge of this complicated nervous system we possess, we wonder if Dr. Kingsley has yet discovered the significance behind the phrase, ‘‘Bat an eye.”