Carthage College - Driftwood / Crimson Rambler Yearbook (Kenosha, WI)

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Political Science The study of Political Science is designed to widen cultural perspective by providing an insight into political institutions and behavior; to impart an interest in and an understanding of the responsibilities 0f intelligent citizenship; and to promote understanding of the realities of politics and political beha- vior. The Department seeks furt her to provide a foundation for graduate study; provide with other social science courses, pre- paration for careers in government service, teachingt journae lism and relat ed professions; and to afford the pre-law student preparation for professional legal study. Poiitical Science nfiers courses in criminal justice and other areas of politics. Dick Johnson is found engrossed in the quest for knowledge. History The study of History provides back- ground for a critical and sympathetic un- derstan dingof the diverse and interrelated elements of the modern world. The histor- ical dimension is necessary in order to comprehend the wholeness and complex- ity, the universality and uniqueness of mankind, to extend human experience beyond the confines of the moment. His- torians seek truth by attempting to under- stand man and events in their total cir- cumstances and by striving to liberate the mind from false authorities. Historians seek man in the fullness of his experience. 26 H- Unframed 7'5 Hailingspring, Dr. Neuenswander conducts a dam: outside

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Swiss cheese does not necessarin mean that mathematical theory is full of holes. Far from being a diminishing aspect of the course, Test and Measurement. the small size of the class allows the students a detailed examination of tests used in educational, industrial, clinical. and research settings. 3' Psychology h A behavioristic, humanistic, view of man is offered I through the Psychology Department. A wide range of J courses and teaching techniques are integrated to I provide a sound base in which the student may ex- ' pand his own experiences. The classes are directed to be understood by the major and layman alike, which : proves to be a strong point of the department. The department supports not only research prou i jects from the students, but also provides ample op- portunity for field experiences in a studentts area of interest. Analysis is a significant part of any h experiment. i. Drffrwoud 7'5 e 25

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Sociology The Sociology Department at Carthage College seeks to provide general sociology courses for all Carthage students which will help them understand the nature of human rela- tionships, to understand the nature of contemporary techno- logical society, and thereby to deal with problems of the future in a more intelligent way. Sociology majors gain some degree of depth in their understanding of man as a social animal. They are able to analyze the social dimensions of human problems and understand the nature of social insti- tutions and social change. There are three events which the department is pleased to announce as accomplishments for the year. One of our ma- jors, Ms. Arlene Halsey, was the recipient of the Spielman Award, based of scholarship, leadership, and creative poten- tial. Also, Dr. Valerie Malhotra-Hammond has received her Ph. D., and Mrs. Eunice Boyer is completing work towards a Ph. D. 5!..NH 31715 FHHHHI n8! Classes are tailored to fit the individual student '5 needs. Driftwood '?5 e 2?