Gettysburg College - Spectrum Yearbook (Gettysburg, PA)

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History is like a huge mirror, a looking glass Which we can use to observe what has hap- pened in the past and decide whether to repeat previous actions or to avoid them. Contempo- rary civilization may benefit by seeing the mise takes that others have made, and by striving to avoid identical mistakes. Seeing the gains that people all over the world have made through the ages and striving to emulate these gains is another means by which a conscien- tious observation of history is extremely useful. Henry Ford, the great industrialist, once said, History is bunk. Perhaps a better definition would be the one maintained by Carl Becker, the famous historian: History is the memory of things said and done. We can use the knowl- edge gained from its study to understand better our past and to evaluate more thoughtfully our own era. Left to right: Bruce W. Bugbee, A.B., A.M., Ph.D.; Basil L. Crapster. A.B., A.M., Ph.D.; John R. Stemen, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.; Richard Marius, B.S., B.D., M.A., Ph.D.; Robert L. Bloom, B.S., A.M., PhD. Department Chairmanl; Charles Glatielter, A.B., PhD. History Department Silent cannons survey the scene of Picken's Charge. The war between the states was both a turn- ing point in American history and a violent ex- perience for the people of the United States. Brother was pitted against brother, American soil was violated by hardfought battles and the ideals and government Which our forefathers built was nearly destroyed by the numerous Civil War campaigns. So vast were the effects of this war that the repercussions are still being heard. In some parts of the United States the conflict still goes on in much the same violent manner as it did 100 years ago. As Centennial Observances draw near, perhaps each citizen should try harder to remove the friction which still exists from this conflict and in turn to work toward overall peace and freedom in our troubled world.

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Psychology Department Left to right: Chan L. Coulter, A.B., M.A., Ph.D.; Norman E. Richardson, Ir., A.B., BAD PhD. Department Chairmanl; W. Richard Schubart. A.B., A.M. Philosophy examines and relates the knowl- edge obtained by fine arts, literature, theology, natural sciences, and social sciences, and aims at comprehending the significance of this knowl- edge in answering such questions as I'What is man? Philosophy courses are an integral part of the student's liberal arts curriculum and should not be overlooked. The average student will find that the stress on understanding and evaluating ideas is a foundation for intelligent action both as an individual and as a citizen. Those who desire further education after grad- uation will find sufficient background in courses based upon a detailed and systematic study of classic and current examples of philosophical literature. Psychology is the field of study which seeks by scientific methods to describe, understand, predict, and control the behavior of living or- ganisms. The pace which is required of human beings today produces a great amount of tension and new problems which were unheard of prior to this century. The psychology department places emphasis on the formation of a scientific attitude toward behavior and an appreciation of the complexity of human personality. While discovering the basic facts and principles of human experience and behavior, the student forms a better under- standing of his fellow man. The courses offered to a major provide a balanced program of theo- retical and applied psychology, as a framework for further study in graduate school. Left to dth: Lewis B, Frank, B.S., A.M.,- Paul L. Whitely, A.B., A.M., Ph.D.: Esther C. Wood, A.B., A.M.; Samuel A. Mudd, A.B., M.S.: Kenneth Smoke, A.B., A.M., PhD. Department Chairmani; Charles E. Flatt, A.B.. A.M., PhD. Philosophy Department 30

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The Lt. Charles I. Fite Company of the United States Army was founded at Gettysburg College in 1956. The Army Reserve Officers Training program is aimed to produce a junior officer with the essential qualities and requisite educa- tion for continued development as an Army of- ficer. Membership in this program includes those cadets interested in furthering their knowl- edge of the Army's organization and its activi- t ties. Basic military subjects, including map and ; aerial photograph reading, tactics, and an in- t troduction to communications are presented to t these cadets. A further aim of the program is i the development of the individual character and attributes of an officer. i Composed of qualified riilemen, the rifle team h actively engages in matches with other colleges. The Army drill team strives to attain proficiency in drill. Both activities enable cadets to demon- strate superior skill in a particular area. Left to right: Capt. Millard Valen'us; Capt. Charles H. Auer; Lt. Col. Iohn H. Eddy; SHC Donald Ridenour; Sgt. Billy A. Davis; ST 1c Thomas R. Koballa; STSgt. Frank Ferrara; ST 1c Armand F. Prosperi. Army ROTC. Department Seated, left to right: TTSqt. Frank B. Davis; WSgt. Donald A' L. Swiger; ANc Douglas W. Salo. Standing: Major Earl M. II FOfCC R.O.TC. Departhnt Schmidt, 13.5., M.B.A.; Capt. Charles L. Skidmore; Capt. Arnold L. Paparazo, B.S.; Capt. William M. Candie. Throughout the colleges and universities of the United States the Air Force has established divisions of its Reserve Officers' Training Corps, for the purpose of recruiting young officers pos- sessing both a broad educational background and the necessary technical training. Students electing the Air Force ROTC are enrolled in the Basic Course during their freshman and sopho- more years and are furnished uniforms and text- books. Upon completion of the Basic Course, those students who are selected for the Ad- vanced Course continue the Air Force training during their junior and senior years. The staff's teaching provides the students with instruction on Air Force Communication, the problem-solv- ing technique, and military law. The AFROTC program also provides information concerning the aerospace age and the world's military aspects. The rifle team offers opportunities for those interested in marksmanship, while other stu- dents who are attracted by precision marching may join the Air Force drill team, which has been honored in national competition.