Fairleigh Dickinson University Teaneck - Cygnus Yearbook (Teaneck, NJ)

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M II I '4; ..o. I f; .l l 'IrI IIIIIII I IIKvQ. I ' IIIXIII IIIIIIIIII x Ify 2': III' mm. IIII . . 1:I HIIIIYI I I'IIIIIIXII II NJ ' vqu ............. ..... ........... .I- v our president Behind the founding of any University stands one dynamic man. Such a man is Dr. Peter Sammartino. On December 3, 1941 Dr. Sammortino and a group of associates decided to start a college for students of northern New Jersey. Although Pearl Harbor day come four days later, Dr. Sammortino and his group continued with their plans. The college grew through war time and was ready in 1945 to accept many World War II veterans. In I948, the institution become a four year college; on June 12, I956, Fairleigh Dickinson College become Fairleigh Dickinson University. Throughout the University's growth, Dr. Sommertino and the Board of Trustees have placed emphasis on the under- standing of international ideas. The University now has several foreign professors and many international students. In VIIII . VIII wtubuu L?! f Lain. --- Dr. Peter Sammartino' ...... ............ As the University has grown, the position of President has become increasingly dimcult. It is indeed 0 problem to main- toin the personal atmosphere of 0 school as it expands into three campuses each of formidable size. Dr. Sommortino has met the challenges of his position. In keeping with his interest in international affairs, Dr. Sommartino has traveled call over the world. His recent trip to Africa yielded much information of the growing educational systems of the new African nations. Although many attribute Dr. Sammortino with the success of Fairleigh Dickinson University, Dr. Sammartino gives the credit to the administration and faculty It is evident to the careful observer that only through the unified interaction of President, administration, and faculty could Fairleigh Dickinson University have reached its present growth and development.

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boa rd of fellows wst .5; ' ' 1 Li. X'- 1:41:16; 92:.ng m' I ' ??e 39W '38 Yr . :- 4 The Board of Fellows of Fairleigh Dickinson University is com- prised of outstanding business and industrial leaders who provide guidance and direction for the development of the University. Under the leadership of its president, Leonard Dreyfuss, the Board has established three special committees devoted to the particular interests of each campus. These committees work closely with the campus deans as consultants on plans for new facilities and other areas of special interest. 13

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Dr. Drake Dr. Drake fills on oftice which is most influencial to the development and growth of the University. As Provost, he is charged with the administration of academic policies of the University as well as curriculum and personnel. All three campus cleans are directly responsible to him. Dr. Drake handles appointments and re-appointments of faculty members and personnel. He controls the salaries paid to the University staff. Relative equality among faculty members is of great importance to Dr. Drake. In order to promote on advancement in the University standards, Dr. Drake concerns himseltc deeply with the curriculum. Close observation and adiustment of curriculum prevent overlapping courses and promote the best class offerings possible. Dr. Drake is also deeply concerned with the teaching methods of the University. He constantly evaluates the teaching processes of the school, seeking new and better teaching mechanisms. Further research studies are en- couraged. Dr. Drake seeks effective learning through excel- lent faculty members. Since the faculty of Fairleigh Dickinson University is usually in accordance with the administrative policies of the Board, Dr. Drake can devote himself to instructional development. Dr. Drake has combined his devotion to duty and his ability to get along with people to successfully fulfill his position. Dr. Decker Although Dr. Decker's position as Vice-President of the University entails many purely administrative duties, his most driving concern is the students. Dr Decker enjoys close contact with the students and continues to teach one class each year in order to maintain this contact. He has on active interest in Fairleigh Dickinson alumni and proudly recalls the accomplishments of his former students. Truly a man of learning, Dr. Decker has done much to contribute to the academic atmosphere of the University. He was instrumental in the recruiting of such men as Dr. Gaster, Dr. Ulloh, Dr. Chang, and Dr. Drake. Dr. Decker encourages lectures by visiting scholars and seminars. As cultural advisor to the University, he arranges for convocation programs of great interest. Dr. Decker's contagious interest in the University has enabled him to acquire many substantial grants for the school. Since his arrival at Fairleigh Dickinson University, he has been responsible for over $600,000 in grants awarded to the school. Dr. Decker's interest in the educational processes has carried him all over the world to observe public and private institutions. Reports of his findings and his personal opinions are presented to President Sammcrtino and the Board of Trustees. Many of Dr. Decker's suggestions and ideas have become University policy and have led to the growing success of the school. 15