Hendrix College - Troubadour Yearbook (Conway, AR)

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t ,t 1 .t ' Army Specialized Training Unit 3889, stationed at Hendrix College had as its commanding officer Capt. Henry C. Skinner. His was the task of coordinating mili- tary affairs, curricular and extra-curricular, with the ci- vilian program. From the men of his unit he had respect and admira- tion, a strong loyalty, and cooperation. His Willingness to Work and a 'demand for Work in return made it pos- sible for him to accomplish much in training his men. The ease with which the military and civilian units worked together was due in a large part to his sincere thought and effort. Fitting two completely strange and unknown sudent groups together, not an easy task in itself, was not all that the captain was responsible for. In problems of discipline, in matters concerning class in- struction, and in plans for entertainment his service was given readily so that all possible good might be gained from the facilities available on the campus. Adjutant and personnel officer for the military unit located at Hendrix was Lt. William C. Iannsen. Attend- ing to administrative work necessary to the units wel- fare, he proved himself thoroughly capable. Attention to small but important details connected with an army specialized training unit was a full time job. A good friend but still respected as a commission- ed officer by the military students Lt. Iannsen was the only officer to be stationed at Hendrix during the entire time that unit 3889 was on the campus. His interest was a definite aid in the success of the program plann- ed to unite the civilian and military groups. A His interest in literature and drama made him an asset to a liberal arts college.

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TREA URER While he is responsible for the endowments, invest- ments, physical properties, the disbursing of funds, and contracting for materials and utilities, that is but a small part of what Mr. Martin does for Hendrix. His readiness to discuss, explain, and help solve problems for students, committees, publications, and anyone else needing help make him much more than treasurer of the college. Though the war has made his office more difficult it has not lessened the quality and success of his work. From his quick mind and keen intellect come the ideas responsible for keeping Hendrix above board, a thriving institution. Beyond his work at the college Mr. Martin takes an active part in all phases of community life. He has one statewide recognition for his efforts in the field of religious work and in civilian defense. VICE-PRE IDE T In completing his second year as vice-president of the college, Dr. Campbell also completes another year as teacher and friendly advisor to students on classroom af- fairs and personal problems. He has won again from the students of 1944 the ad- miration he deserves for his knowledge of English litera- ture and ability to impart it to others. His understanding of the tasks before him and the way in which he accom- plishes them are evidence of his uncontested place in the minds of Hendrix students. His duties during this past year included among others coordination of the executive branch of the college with the military program on the campus. The ease with which the two programs progressed is in a large part due to his realization of the changes necessary to blend civilian and military education.

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