Columbia University College of Pharmacy - Apothekan Yearbook (New York, NY)

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To the Class of 1966 How many times have you considered among yourselves the functions and purposes of your activ- ities as students in this college? How often have you questioned the structure of the curriculum and the validity of the presence of the several courses there- in? Frequently, I am certain. Yet the many changes in the curriculum that you have observed during the past five years were not the result of capricious thinking by irresponsible minds. One of the fundamental goals of the educational process characteristic of this college is to foster lead- ership and to prepare our studentry for the respon- sibilities that go with it. The accumulation of factual knowledge and an understanding of fundamental theories may be measured by examinations and may be valuable in determining the criteria for awarding a diploma. Yet the diversity of circumstances and of actions by individual humans (or humanity as such) requires that one make use of the experiences of others as well as one ' s own. You must look for the answers to many questions if you seek a place in this world which will raise you above the average. Which of your qualities and qualifications can you use to succeed in attaining your goals? Are these goals realistic? What do you count among your assets and your liabilities? What are your strengths and what are your weaknesses? Where are you heading? Why? Many of you will seek the symbols of success in continuing with advanced studies and research. Others will venture into the area of commerce. Still others will look for satisfaction in teaching. Each in his own way will follow a path that will provide a position o f leadership. Whatever contribution you make to the growth and welfare of society, will de- rive from the education and training you will have received from the individuals dedicated to the task of helping your minds to grow, to develop, to under- stand, and also to accept those responsibilities and duties that go with the activities of leadership. In essence, the attempt has been made to assist you in evaluating your experience in terms of your ac- quired knowledge and of what has gone before. But this thought I particularly want to leave with you. Whatever gains you will make will require some sacrifice on your part. Let me wish you all con- tinued success and honor in whatever activity you choose as your very own to follow. Sincerely, Samuel S. Liberman Samuel S. Liberman issociate Dean of Student Affairs

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Joseph L. Kanig Dean, College of Pharmacy To the Class of 1966 Regardless of whether they are considered in prospect or in retrospect, five years devoted to an intensive program of education may seem an in- ordinate amount of time spent preparing for one ' s future. To those of you who are about to proceed into additional periods of graduate or professional training, these first five years represent only the foundation upon which specialized structures of knowledge may be built. Those among you who have decided to begin your careers at this level should recognize the need to continue to build your own armamentarium of knowledge if you are to progress in your profession and keep pace with its advances. In either instance, I am convinced that the ac- cumulation of knowledge is not the paramount fac- tor which dictates eventual success or failure. Our profession will soon manifest many new and dy- namic facets of opportunity which are only now beginning to assume shape and direction. Never de- plore these changes simply because they represent a departure from the past. The future of pharmacy lies in the hands of those who use their knowledge in building the new concepts rather than in merely perpetuating the past. May each of you experience to the utmost the joy and pride which accompany the realization that you have contributed to the advancement of your profession. Sincerely, Joseph L. Kanig Dean

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Dr. M. Irene Bailey Dr. M. Irene Bailey Recollection recognizes Macro Interest in Building brainage Actively Inspiring Leaders and laggers Ever embodying Youth in years.