Gettysburg College - Spectrum Yearbook (Gettysburg, PA)

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The study of biology is concerned with the composition, substance, transformation and properties of all living organisms of the plant and animal kingdom. Emphasis is placed on the cultural values of biological science, the corre- lation of biology With sociology, psychology, anthropology, and paleontology, and the inte- gration of biology with other areas of human life. It also provides the fundamental training for students who plan to enter graduate schools for advanced training in medicine, dentistry, nursing, forestry, laboratory technology, or other professional biological fields. Standing, lei! tq right: Harold M. Messer, A.M., Ph.D.; Neil W. Beach, B.S., M.S., Ph.D.; Robert D. Barnes, B.S., Ph.D.; Trocelia W. Coulter, A.B., A.M.; Rowland E. Logan, A.B., M.S., Ph.D.; Harriet E'. Beach, A.B., M.S.; Earl Bowen, A.B., A.M., PhD. Department Chairmanh William C. Darrah, B.S. Seated: Betty M. Barnes, A.B., A.M.; Helen H. Darrah, B.S., M.S. Chemistry Department Biology Department 24 Seated. left to right: Alex T. Rowland. A.B.. Ph.D.; Calvin E. Schildknecht, B.S., PhD. Department Chairmanh Iohn E. Benson, B.S., M.A., Ph.D..- Glenn S. Wetland, B.S., M.S., PhD. Standing: George C. Farley, A.B., M.A.; Arthur Kelley; Charles A. Sloat, B.S., M.A., PhD, An understanding of the basic principles of chemistry, together with their application and relationships to other fields of learning are the primary aims of the chemistry department. First- hand observations in demonstrations and indi- vidual laboratory experiments offer the student the necessary insights into the basic reasoning behind chemical phenomena. Besides a curricu- lum centered around advanced study in chem- istry, premedical training for majors in chemistry and biology is provided.

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Bible Department Seated, left to right: M. Scott Moorhead, B.S., M.A., Ph.D.; Richard A. Arms, A.B., PhD. tDepartment Chairmanh Earl E. Ziegler, B.S., M.S. Standing: Albert W. Butteriield, B.S., A.M.; Robert H. Frylinq, A.B., M.S. In this age of technology and automation, we realize more than ever before the importance of a good mathematical background. A slight miscalculation in the development of a missile part or in a scientific measurement could mean its failure. For this reason Gettysburg College is equipped with the facilities to train students to obtain both the practical and abstract knowl- edge which will help them in a vocation re- quiring sound mathematical knowledge. Essential to an understanding of man is the knowledge of his beliefs and aspirations. Through courses involving the history of Chris- tian developments, Biblical doctrines and litera- ture, comparisons of world religions, and growth of Christian education, students are given a fur- ther opportunity for developing a fuller religious perspective and understanding. Of primary im- portance to the study of the Hebrew-Christian tradition is a serious investigation of the Bible. This earnest inquiry examines the Bible both as a document of history dealing With significant occurrences and persons and as a document of faith illustrating the great affirmations of prophe ets, priests, apostles, and evangelists. Spiritual as well as mental and physical growth is essential for the complete develop- ment of the individual. This development gives one greater perspective. It does not terminate after the college years, but continues to grow deeper and richer throughout life. Sealed, left to right: Louis I. Hammann, A.B., B.D.; Harold A. Dunkelberqer. A.B., B.D., PhD. Department Chairmarn; Carey A. Moore, A.B., B.D.; John H. Loose, A.B., B.D. Standing: Robert H. Trone, A.B,, B.D.; Edwin D. Freed, A.B.. B.D., Ph.D.; Robert May. B.S., B.D. Mathematics Department

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In cooperation with all other departments, the education department offers a selection of courses designed to provide future teachers in all levels of education with a thorough back- ground in the basic concepts of teaching. Ex- tensive study offered by the department in- cludes basic philosophy of education, analysis of theoretical concepts and theory pertaining to the art of competent instruction, thorough un- derstanding of educational problems, and actual participation in the numerous activities of the everyday classroom through a program of stu- dent teaching. The Pennsylvania branch of the National Education Association aids the student in the promotion of professional competence in the demanding field of education. Left to right: Lester 0. Johnson, A.B., A.M.,; John T. Held. A.B., A.M., M.S.; Russell S. Rosenberger, B.S., M.Litt., Ed.D. tDepartment Chairmanl. Education Department Physical Education Department Standing, left to right: Romeo Capozzt, Henxy T. Bream, B.S., A.M. lDepartment Chairmanl; Shirley A. O'Day, B.S.,- Nancy A. Mitchell, A.B., M.Ed.; R. Eugene Hummel, A.B., A.M.; Eugene M. Haas, A.B., A.M.; Grace C. Kenney, B.S., A.M.; Robert Kenworthy; Howard G. Shoemaker, A.B., A.M. Kneeling: Gareth V. Biser, B.S., M.S.; Robert T. Hulton, A.B.; John B. Carpenter, B.S., M.Ed.; Ray R. Raider. A.B., M.Ed.; Harold C. Glad, B.S., M.A.; Curtis E. Coun, A.B., M.Ed. Providing the student with a program of in- struction that will enrich his living habits, de- velop his physical well being, and at the same time provide him with personal enjoyment, is the primary aim of the Physical Education De- partment. Each Gettysburg College student is required to complete two years of physical edu- cation. The department also provides an exten- sive intramural program for fraternity as well as independent men and women, ranging from competition on the pool table to the touch foot- ball field. It is also the responsibility of the department to see that Gettysburg is well repre- sented in all the major inter-collegiate sports. As well as training the college athlete in his or her chosen sport, the department also offers a Major in the field of physical education. 7'5