Hendrix College - Troubadour Yearbook (Conway, AR)

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ite PRESIDENT Hendrix is proud to recognize and honor Dr. Matt Locke Ellis, who has served capably and untiringly for the past six years, as Presi- dent of Hendrix College. During this time students, faculty, and all associated with Hen- drix have realized the sincerity with which he has undertaken each task. Dr. Ellis is one of the foremost educators of the state and nation. This ability was form- ally recognized this past year when he was elected president of the North Central Associ- ation, thereby bringing honor both to Hendrix and to himself. The Methodist Church has long considered him an outstanding leader and layman, both in Conway and in the state of Arkansas. He is frequently called upon to take the lead in PRESIDENTS HOME important church matters that require his pres- ence in various parts of the state. One of Dr. Ellis' most well-known charac- teristics is his excellent ability in public speak- ing. His occasional talks to the college stu- dents are always looked forward to and his dry wit and humor are readily welcomed. Through his popularity and associations throughout the state, Dr. Ellis spreads the good- will of Hendrix and very capably represents the college on every occasion. As a determining factor in establishing the Hendrix Way of Life, Dr. Ellis executes his duties with the broadness, intelligence, and graciousness which have endeared him to his associates.

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!fA8 Cllffege Dean W. C. Buthman is the scholarly, keen-eyed man who presides over the small book lined office as Dean of the College and Professor of History. The intellect and char- acter of Dean Buthman gives him a unique place in all that is Hendrix College. Every Freshman, upon entering Hendrix, enrolls with the aim of taking at least one history course under Dr. Buthman. ln his capacity as either professor or Dean his clear thinking, his sense of humor, and his sound judgment have earned him the re- spect of students who are enriched by their classroom experiences with him. Any one who, during four years at Hen- drix fails to know Dean Buthman intimately has missed an important feature of his col- lege career. Each student turns to Dr. Buth- man for the knowledge and sound advice that comes from an experienced viewpoint of life and from or philosophy that enriches everyone with whom he comes in contact. Dr. Buthman also attends to the discipli- nary problems of the school in such a way that few are aware of their existence, and gives to the entire Hendrix Campus ideas and ideals of justice and the help of a true friend. One of the most admired and respected members of the faculty, Dr. W. C. Buthman is a leader of men, a scholar, historian, ad- visor, and above all, a good friend.