Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery - Dental Columbian Yearbook (New York, NY)

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A Note of Appreciation. . . . Carl R. Oman, D.D.S. Prof, of Dent. Maxwell Karshan, Ph.D. Assoc. Prof. of Biochemistry n the eve of graduation each of the Class of 1960 has his own thoughts about the four years spent at Columbia. Even now, before entering the profess ional world, we begin to review the events and activities which highlighted our edu- cation. The humorous incidents, according to tradition, are recorded in the class history. They are not difficult to recall — indeed, we find solace in their recollection, thus easing the daily pressures of senior year. On the other hand, we are inclined to take for granted the efforts of many of our instructors. Too often, it is only when we are alumni that we realize how much we owe to a certain few for the parts they played in developing our professional lives. We would like, therefore, to dedicate this page to the members of our regular staff — the men who are, in effect. Columbia Dental School. We thank you most sincerely for the information we ' ve acquired, and the professional at- titudes that we ' ve adopted. We are happy to have shared our joys and sorrows and glad that you were always ready to listen to our woes, share our jokes and give advice when we needed it. To all of you who taught us so much in lecture, lab and clinic: in technique and natural science, our sincere thanks. Unfortunately, the classes which follow will not have the opportunity to enjoy the talents of three professors instrumental in shaping our education. These men shared alike the qualities of many years of service to Columbia and to dentistry, profound devotion to students, and out- standing pedagogic abilities, and still remain highly re- spected authorities in the Dental profession. We give them our special thanks, speaking not only for ourselves, but for the literally thousands of students who preceded us. These men — Dr. Maxwell Karshan, whose genuine warmth permeated his most difficult biochemistry lectures; Dr. George Schwendener, who methodically guided us through the trials of prosthetics technique; and Dr. Carl Oman, whose name is synonymous with meticulous, un- compromising craftsmanship — all retired during our senior year. To them we can only express our appreciation by endeavoring to fulfill the germ they nurtured in us. George Schwendener D.D.S. Ass ' t. Prof, of Denl.

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ADMINISTRATION o the Class of 1960 may we extend our hearty congratulations and best wishes upon your graduation. It is our hope that this marks only the beginning of your professional growth and development. That you will continue to learn and improve seems assured as is indicated by the selection for your yearbook of the theme, the future of dental education at Columbia under the reconstituted Faculty of Dental and Oral Surgery. During your four years in the dental school you have been aware of and a part of a number of changes. The timing of courses, the improvement of physical facilities and the action of the Board of Trustees of the University in reconstituting the Faculty of Dental and Oral Surgery are changes of major importance that have occurred at this time. The distribution of the basic science courses over a longer period in the curriculum and the earlier sched- uling of courses of clinical significance to dentistry were moves designed to equalize the student work load. The refurbishing of lecture rooms, the improve- ments in laboratories and the new clinic facilities are indications of the dire need for improving the condition of our inadequate and obsolescent physical plant. The establishing once again of an autonomous Faculty of Dental and Oral Surgery on an equal status with other faculties of the University was recognition by the Trustees of the need of the School of Dental and Oral Surgery for an opportunity to improve its educational and research program. Your part in this transition has given you concern for what is ahead. What the future holds for dental education at Columbia is now to a large extent dependent upon its alumni whom you join at this time. The contributions that you make to your profession and the public welfare will accrue to the benefit of the school. The reputations of both the school and the alumnus are dependent upon the accomplishments of each other. If you are to be proud of being a Columbia alumnus, it is worth a serious effort on your part to aid your school ' s growth. It is the hope of your faculty that the school will make steady progress in the years ahead. Envisioned are a new building providing enlarged facilities with modern equipment; a teaching program to in- clude a larger undergraduate student body, extended postgraduate courses and graduate study; and expanded research activities in which students, staff and alumni may play important roles. To accomplish this we must have your wholehearted support — intellectual, moral and financial. GRAYSON KIRK, Ph.D., U.D. President of the University