Brigham Young University - Banyan Yearbook (Provo, UT)

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After receiving his B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1907 he pursued his chosen •field of science at Cornell University where he was awarded his Ph.D. in 1911. While at Cornell he was assistant on the faculty. After receiving his degree, he served in various capacities on the U.S.A.C. faculty until he was appointed presi- dent of the Y in 1921. During his years here, one of his foremost characteristics has been his friendly concern for the students with whom he came in contact. Center, he is awarding an award for athletic excellence to a inter-school contest winner. Below, always eager to meet new students and give them the benefit of his wisdom and experience. President Harris cordially welcomes two coeds. Seven

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Men live in deeds, not years, the poet says. President Franklin Stewart Harris has already lived a rich life in significant deeds and accomplishments. The growth of the Brigham Young University during the little more than two decades he has directed it is a monument to his foresight, initiative, devotion, and, energy. Among the many activities to come into being during his administration are the Alpine school and the Lyceum course. Center, he is shown at Alpine in 1922 with Dr. C. Y. Cannon, Prof. Fred Buss, Dr. John A. Widtsoe, President Harris, and Dr. M. P. Henderson. Below with Dr. Eldon B. Sessions, and Dr. and Mrs. H. A. Overstreet. Sii

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President Harris ' s vision +or the Y included all aspects that would make it a great university. And the vision once seen was never lost, L)ut was followed with indefatigable planning and industry. He provided for broader scholarship for both faculty and stu- dents. He brought in new faculty members with higher degrees and encouraged advanced learning by providing for sabbatical leaves and attendance at educational conventions and conferences. For the students, he strengthened the various departments, enriched the curriculum, built up the library, and so lifted the standard of work that the school was admitted to accredited organizations of colleges and universities. With the continued growth of the university in mind, he has purchased land for future expansion and has planned and set into motion means of providing other buildings to the campus compar- able to those which have been constructed during his administration. His family life has been inspirational to all who know him, his charming wife, two brilliant sons, and four accomplished daughters. Orderliness, hospitality, friendliness, and co-operation are outstanding characteristics of the Harris home. Eight