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

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student education association F, i, .. m.... 't UII- All maiors in elementary and secondary education are mem- bers of the Student Education Association. Its purpose is to keep the members of the Col- lege of Education up-to-date on the new trends in the meth- ods and materials of teaching. As potential educators the stu- dents are made aware of the h A ,1 sf W? K problems they will encounter once they begin teaching. An effort is also made to acquaint them with various educational systems. economics forum Through a varied program of seminars and club discussions the members of the Economics Forum strive Hto gain a more comprehensive understanding of those areas associated with economic analysis. The club members delve into the economic problems of today with guest and faculty speakers. As a school service Forum, members ofter tutoring services to undergraduates who are struggling through Principles courses. Highlights of the Forum's pro- gram were trips to the United Nations Economic Council and the New York Economic Club. 65

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The formation of the Astronomical Society brought together those students interested in viewing the heavens with on ex- perienced eye. Through the utilization of telescopic equip- ment, the group studies the movements of the heavenly bodies. Although the society is in its first year, it has already established itself as on active organization. astronomical society Chemistry otters a myriad of vocational choices to today's university graduates. The American Chemical Society explores these possibilities and develops in its members a professional attitude toward their chosen field. This year the American Chemical Society Amliote Convention acted as a focal point of the club's usual calendar of lectures, discussions and field trips. american chemical society

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alpha phi omega The purpose of this fraternity is to assemble college men in the fellowship of the Scout oath and law, to develop leadership, to promote friendship, to provide service to humanity, and to further the freedom that is our national, educational, and intellectual heritage. This epitomizes the Omicron Pi chap- ter of Alpha Phi Omega, serving the Teoneck Campus of our university. psychology club Psychology maiors and interested undergraduates in other fields investi- gate the latest developments in psychology and the varied aspects of the professional field in the Psychology Club. Faculty discussions, seminars and guest speakers provide the group with background for this activity. An- nually the club sponsors a faculty tea which enables the students to meet their instructors in an informal setting. A field trip takes the membership to a state hospital research center. 66