George Washington University - Cherry Tree Yearbook (Washington, DC)

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In 1821 the Columbian College was granted a charter for the ‘‘sole and exclusive purpose of educating youth in English, learned and foreign languages, liberal arts, and literature.” The basic purpose of the Columbian College is to develop the student ' s awareness of Ins partic- ular abilities and his general intellectual pow- ess. This objective is achieved by acquainting the student with one major area of study while developing his understanding of how this field fits into the larger context of liberal arts. Among the many fields of study available are English, philosophy, history, literature, for- eign languages, mathematics, arts and sciences. Recently, a revised curriculum has been de- signed to broaden the scope of a liberal arts education to meet the necessities of modern times. Henry G. Doyle Dean Calvin D. Linton Assistant Dean Colu bian College School of Government Joe L, Jessup Assistant Dean The School of Government was established in 1928 as a further development of the basic [unctions of The George Washington Univer- sity to provide training in business, in foreign service and in governmental theory and ad- ministration. Students are prepared to better serve their country by training for careers in government service, business and professional fields. A curricula which combines social, ec- onomic. political, business, historical and psy- chological training is supplemented by many advantages derived from the University’s lo- cation in the nation’s capital. Improved understanding of individual re- sponsibilities under the Constitution of the United States in the conduct of public office is secured by a program that includes both grad- uate and undergraduate work. Arthur E. Hi kns Dean 11

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First Row: Oswald Sy mister Cole lough, Dean nf Faculties: Mvrna Pauline Sedgwick, Administrative Secretary; Claud Max Farrington, Assistant to the President; Henry William Her og, Treasurer: Fred Everett Nessell, Registrar. Secoxp Row: Harold Griffith Sutton, Director of Adm ssjons; Don Carlos Faith, Director of Activities for Men; Virginia Randolph Ktrkbride. Director of Activities for Women- Margaret Davis, Director of Public Rela- tions; Uurnicc Herman Jarman, Director of Summer Sessions. Administrators Junior College Experience has convinced many educators that a general cultural background should sup- plement the more specialized subjects to fol- low. For this purpose the junior College was founded in 1930, Historical, social and eco- nomical antecedents are more adequately un- derstood after this two-year background in the four-year college program in which em- phasis is placed upon the scientific and phys- ical aspects of civilization. The degree of Associate in Arts is awarded to individuals who successfully complete this program, and a two-year terminal program of vocational train- ing is offered in Secretarial Studies and Ac- counting. Preparatory professional curricula are offered for admission to the Schools of Education. Pharmacy and Government, and l he first two years of pre- professional work required bv the Schools of Medicine and Law are provided.

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JaM ' EY H. Fox Dean Ralph W. Hi i i ku fssoriate Dean The School of Education has done much to improve educational facilities and opportun- ities by producing competent teachers super- visors and administrators who have benefited from the varied educational courses offered. These students of education may receive bach- elor of Arts degrees in the fields of Education, Home Economics or Physical Education. For those who wish to continue their studies, de- grees of Master of Arts in Education or the degree of Doctor of Education, government training programs and training for those hold- ing liberal arts degrees are offered. Advanced studies are available to experienced teachers, and advanced professional certificates are awarded to those who have a Master ' s degree and thirty additional credit hours. School of Education School of Law The George Washington Law School, oldest in the District of Columbia, has been the de- veloping concept of a national law center for 91 years. As a member of the Association of American Law Schools and the American Bar Association, it provides its students with uni- que advantages derived from its location. I n- limited facilities for effective research and observation of federal judiciary, legislative and administrative agencies are but part of the op- portunities available in the national capital’s training ground for lawyers. Students mav benefit from the Law Library, the George Washington Law Review and the Student Bar ssociation. The purpose of the Law School is to produce students equipped to meet the needs of society in private and public law who recognize their responsibilitv for the continued development of modern laws. Carvillk D. Benson Assistant Dean