Gem City Business College - Yearbook (Quincy, IL)

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GEM CITY BUSINESS COLLEGE, QUINCY, ILLINOIS , I'5 STENQGRAPI-nc DEPARTMENT THIS DEPARTMENT of our school is devoted exclusively to instruction in shorthand, typewriting, letter writing, spelling and allied subjects soas to enable its ,students to acquire in the shortest time possible, they art of verbatim reporting. Its object is to equip young men and women to take positions as court reporters, government employees, and private secretaries, stenographic law clerks, and as stenographers in business houses. Our arrangement of classes, with the correspond' ing methods of teaching, is the result of years of close study, thus assuring the best results. At all times we have classes in each section ofthe text- book and live graded dictation classes. If a student needs additional review in any section of the work ' there is always a .class in which he can receive this review without affecting or interrupting any other work he may be taking. I THE BEST WAY TO LEARN SHORTHAND is in the shorthand atmosphere of a shorthand school, under the judicious direction of experienced teachers who know just what difficulties the student will encounter and how to overcome them. - THE GREGG SYSTEM OF SHORTHAND is taught in our school. . I TYPEWRITERS. We have over 125 Underwood and Royal typewriters in our different departments. These typewriting machines are the property of I the college and the tuition that is paid for the Stenographic ,course includes the use of the type- writers in the school. In addition to the regular periods that are assigned for typewriting during the school hours, the Stenographic students have the privilege of using the machines for practice purposes before and after school, as well as on Saturday morning. , . THE TOUCH SYSTEM OF TYPEWRITING is taught. We were one of the first schools in the United States to introduce the system of touch typewriting. STENOTYPE. Machine shorthand is simple, fast, and easily learned. It is particularly efficient for those who ,expect to do court 'or convention re- porting. ' OFFICE PRACTICE. Each student of the Steno- graphic department, before graduating, is given a thorough drill in office practice, taking letters from dictation, getting out circular letters onthe mimeo- graph or other forms of duplicating devices, Dicta- phone, filing carbon copies of letters, and other de- tails of regular office work. SHORT HAND FOR WOMEN. No avenue of employment for women is so fascinating, so certain of its results, or so well compensated as that of stenography. It has opened a field of labor more remunerative than ordinary vocations, and is lighter, less fatiguing and better adapted to .women than any other. ' SHORTHAND FOR MEN. There. is constant demand for male stenographers. Many large firms and corporations make a practice of hiring young men stenographers with the view of placing them under the direction of a, department head or execu- tive. In this way the young man becomes an under- study of this 'executive and if he' has the proper initiative is allowed to assume some of the executive duties and responsibilities. If he shows ability and aptitude, his advancement is generally rapid. Many of - the country's most prominent leaders . started their careers in this-manner. j UNIVERSITY AND COLLEGE. Many young people find it advantageous ,to take a stenographic course before attendinga university or college. The p ability to take shorthand notes and to type outlines and themes is of great help to the student. A large number of schools require all themes to be typed. Many university and college students make nearly all their expenses typing themes for their fellow students. ' '- Students who can not attendcollege in any other way find the knowledge of stenography- makes it possible. Many of the colleges have part-time posi- tions in the college office for students, who need assistance. 2 I ' r ' f The majority of our students who accept civil service positions in Washington, D. C. also carry college courses. There are -six or eight different universities and colleges in Washington ,having afternoon and evening classes designed especially for government employees. -These courses .cover nearly every phase of educationg Q . CIVIL SERVICE. Our. -Stenographic course qualifies our students for successfully passing both the state and the federal civil service examinations. Prior to each civil service examination we give an intensive drill in special classes for those who wish to take the examination. Our graduates are un- usually successful in passing the civil service ex- aminations and receiving appointments to 'govern- ment and state positions. , COMMERCIAL TEACHING AND TEACH- ERS. Commercial courses in high schools and col- leges are demanding more experienced teachers as their departments expand. As a result many teachers Gem Cit durin the summer to are coming to y g receive special coaching or advanced work in this field. Other young college men and women are also rounding out a complete education by taking secre- tarial courses. With the ever-increasing demand for teachers is also coming a more rigid requirement for training in specialized courses. In particular, typing and shorthand teachers in 'high schools can take advantage of the training available to them at Gem City Business College. I

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GEM CITY.BUSINESS COLLEGE QUINCY,ILLINOIS If Quincy is a friendly city, built high upon the bluffs of the Mississippi. Citizens of the town are aware of the needs of youth and have established a number of centers of activity for healthful, whole- some recreation. Living conditions are good, and it is usually possible for students to obtain the type of board and lodging they prefer. Churches in Quincy embrace practically all de- nominations. Represented here are Assembly of God, Baptist, Catholic, Congregational, Christian, Christian Science, Episcopal, Evangelical, Jewish, Lutheran, Methodist, Presbyterian, Unitarian, and United Brethern. All of them welcome Gem City students and make particular efforts to interest students in church activities. Members of the faculty are always glad to introduce new students to members of any church group. Students are not required to attend church, but are encouraged ,to do so. ,,.,. , ,,., ,,,, ' . .. . 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In the basement are men's lockers and shower rooms, and a modern tiled swimming pool of standard size. Attached to this pool is a filtering system which is in constant operation and which keeps the water in a sanitary condition. On the upper floors are class and study rooms, and room accommodations for some sixty young men. The Y.M.C.A. maintains gymnasium classes and gives swimming instruction at all times of the year. Those young men who do not room at the Y.M.C.A. may avail themselves of the club privileges. Located at the Y.W.C.A. is a recreational center open to different groups of young people for or- ganized activities, and for just plain good times. Classes and hours for college and young business- men and women are included in this program. On certain nights the building is reserved for their use. The beautiful building of the Knights of Columbus is but two blocks from the college. Students of the Catholic faith are always made welcome when they identify themselves. A park system, known for its naturalhbeauty all over the United States, adds to the enjoyment of living in Quincy. Situated on high limestone bluffs overlooking the Father of Waters, two parks north and south of town, offer a multitude of wooded ,spots and beautiful lawns for picnics and outdoor fun. In South Park is an excellent golf course, and in the other parks throughout the city are fine all-weather tennis courts. Indian Mounds pool is open to the public during the summer season and many stu- dents take advantage of this for swimming. Membership in civic organizations such as the Civic Music Club and the Quincy Art Club are also open to students. Through the agencies of these clubs, cultural attractions such as symphony con- certs and exhibits of well-known paintings are available to those who are interested. During the last few years one of the major con- cerns of students selecting a school has been housing. This problem at Gem City, however, is reduced to its minimum because of the long-established housing records kept by the school. Under the supervision of Miss Virginia Bartlett, a list of approved and available rooms is always kept up-to-date. With the help of officers of Gem City Business College most students are placed immediately in desirable lodgings, with or without board. A few apartments are also available. WORK FOR BOARD. Each year a number of our students work for their board, or for board and lodging. These students work in homes by assisting in the housework before or after school hours and on Saturdays and in this Way earn their room and board. Others assist in the several restaurants while still others work on Saturdays and after school hours in the various stores. We are always glad to assist' our students in securing places to work, if they find it necessary to do something to help defray expenses. - The cost of room and board is so flexible that it is difficult to give absolute figures. The requirements vary with the individual andiliving conditions which are sufficient for one are inadequate for another. Consequently, the prices 'given below are approxi- mate and should only be used for the purpose of obtaining a general idea of the costs in planning your budget. We supervise the placing of students in homes and see that our students find suitable places to meet their requirements. . Rooms in private homes-one in room-33.00 to 35.00 a week. , Roomsxin private homes-two in room-32.50 to 34.00'a week. Room and Board in private home-311.00 to 315.00 a week. Room in Y.M.C.A.-The Y.M.C.A. offers a special price to Gem City boys. This price in- cludes a membership to the Y.M.C.A. privileges, including the use of the gymnasium and swim- ming pool. Those who cannot swim are given adequate instruction without additional charge. Room in Y.M.C.A.-Single--34.25 to 35.75 a week. Room in Y.M.C.A.-Double-deck beds-33.50 each a week. These are the prices at the time of printing this catalog. They will probably remain in force but are not guaranteed.