Buffalo State College - Elms Yearbook (Buffalo, NY)

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erously fashioned thirty-two years of official leadership. Early in his memorable career, Dr. Rockwell rededicated himself with the strength of spirit and will to insure initial victories in his campaign for a better equipped, more modern, adequately staffed curriculum in the first old Normal School and later the college of teacher training. He is rightfully accredited with constructing a firm foundation upon which to erect the largest teachers college in New York State. From all directions educational leaders recognize his talent and know-how when it comes to suc- cessfully governing a large student body. Consequently he is called upon for sage advice and helpful hints 'on a happy admin- istration. Dr. Rockwell retires this July, 1951 as President of the college. It is needless to say that a complete retirement from the field of education would be impossible as far as he is concerned. We hope for many a convoca- tion with Harry Wescott Rockwell as speaker before the present freshman class experi- ences its graduation exercises. No testimonial, no Elms dedication, or any other tribute could even attempt to express our cumulative gratitude to this renowned teacher. Not only has Dr. Rockwell-whose title comes from an honorary doctorate in pedagogy he re- ceived from Albany State Teachers college- been president of a half-dozen educational organizations, but also has been director of about as many civic and educational institu- tions. Among these are the Buffalo Rotary Club presidency and past governor of the l69th international district. ' As he leaves the college where he awarded more than ten thousand diplomas and five thousand degrees he will take with him this tribute from Mr. Butler-editor of the Buffalo Evening News-who has worked with him throughout his career as college president: Dr. Rockwell has done an ex- cellent job during his regime. The board exceedingly regrets his retirement but real- izes that after thirty-two years of useful service-to the Normal School, Buffalo State Teachers College and civic groups--he is entitled to a well-deserved rest. But we are fortunate in knowing that despite his retire- ment he will always be available for sugges- tions and that the continuing growth of the college will always remain one of his primary interests. We heartily agree with Mr. But- ler's expressed acknowledgement. It is truly appropriate that we humbly dedicate this edition of the Elms to a man who has dedi- cated his life to our instruction.

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Catherine E. Reed, Dean of Womenp Ralph Horn, Deon and Direcfor of Summer Sessiong Raymond M. Freiz, Professor of Science and Dean of Men Administration 9