Emporia State University - Sunflower Yearbook (Emporia, KS)

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THE TEACHERS COLLEGE . . . 1967 . . . Since its founding in 1863, the principal function of the Teachers College has re- mained to provide pre-service and in- service education for teachers to serve the public schools in Kansas. The Teachers College continues to meet teaching demands and emphasize research and service for public schools. From one teacher in 1865, the faculty and administration staff now totals approxi- mately 360. Quality instruction is available in 16 major areas of study. Special education functions have emerged since the college's founding. Besides offering educational opportunities to ,meet college requirements for degrees, the college provides special functions which include pre-service and in-service education for public school and public librarians, education of physically handicapped stu- dents, the Bureau of Educational Measure- ments, adult education programs, rural education programs, services and research, programs in music, art and business, National Science Foundation and other federal and privately supported programs, special programs for exceptional children and research related to public education in Kansas. From the faculty and administration of the Teachers College, students receive education and a guidance which will enable them to assume a useful and responsi- ble position in the community. ADMTNISTRATIO AN FACULTY

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Higher Education Remains Concern of State Officials A new administration in the Kansas statehouse was just getting underway at the time this issue ofthe Sunflower went to press. Robert B. Docking, Ar- kansas City. assumed the reins of state govermnent in January. 1967. Governor Docking is no stranger to our state gov- ernment as his father. the late George Docking. served two terms as governor of Kansas. Robert Docking is a graduate of Kansas University in 1948. and received a graduate degree from the Graduate School of Banking. University ol' Wisconsin. He is a Wtmrlcl War ll veteran. having served in the USAAF from 1943-46. The new governoris active interest T in civic, community and veterans affairs insures a continuing emphasis on quality education in Kansas. Board of Regents Governs College The Board of Regents functions as the govern- ing body for higher education in the state. The gov- ernor appoints the eight members and the Board in turn appoints the individual presidents of state col- leges and universities. The Board also develops and outlines operating procedures and policies concern- ? -3 ingthe six stateinstitutions. .e , 'su U ... me .t .-, , STAT!-I OFI-'ltZlAl,S VISIT the college and participate in special events well official visitalions. James Defloursey, representing the Covernor's Office. delivered the keynote speech at the .lohn F. Kennedy Nlentorial dedication. BOARD 01-' lll'1GENTS-Top Row: A. H. Cromb, Mission Hillsg .loltn F. Eberltardl. Wichitag Bay Evans, Prairie Villegeg Eldon Sloan, Topekag Max Bickford. executive officer, Topeka. Bottom Row: Clement ll. Hall, Coflieyvilleg 1.. D. Morgan, Coodlandg Dwight D. Klinger. chairman, Ashlandg Henry A. Bubb. Topekag and C. N. Cushing. Downs. Not Pictured: T. ,l. Griffith, Manhattan. who replaced Ray Evans. ll