Illinois College - Rig Yearbook (Jacksonville, IL)

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l9ol I2 'Physical Culture -pm l9 nlg Weba f,x -..A ..,- f COACH' 0. G. HARREL Although the term Physical Education is of comparatively recent date, the idea is older than any record, and tl1e underlying principles and methods which we now apply consciously were prehistorically applied, perhaps uncon- sciously, as shown by the physique developed. Tl1e early Greeks placed the ability to wield, effectively, the javelin, the sword, and the bow and to run and endure fatigue above all other accomplishments. In the present day the development of the body as well as the mind is ad- vocated by all prominent educators. The value of physical development is thoroughly realized at lllinois. For those who do not get a chance for devel- opment by being on the different athletic teams there is an opportunity in the gymnasium. Although credit is not given for this work, each student is re- quired to take two years work in this Department in order to obtain a degree. The gymnasium is spacious and well equipped with apparatus necessary for physical training and able instructors are in charge of this important part of the college course. Coach O. G. Harrel, who conducts the men's classes, is a graduate of Earlham College and during his college days established quite a. record as an athlete. He is also coach of all the college athletic teams. Mrs. P. C. Thompson con- ducts the training in the girls' department.

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-nf-els 'Ilbilosopby emo Biblical 'literature 352.256 Philosophy is taught in Illinois College with a view toward training the I student to think. It directs tl1e mind in orderly processes of reasoning and lends a refinement to thought and speech which is gained in no other depart- ment, It gives the student a view of the development of thought from the beginning of known history to the present time, with all of the theories accompanying it in every age. It becomes, then, the most practical basis of modern sciences. The unguarded critic who unwittingly stamps Philosophy as the unneces- sary and superfluous condemns himself to ignorance of the actual forces operating in every phase of every man's affairs. Theory it is that makes for higher ideals. and it is only ideals tl1at make a goal for the actual. Philosophy, therefore, has been taught in the college with an end in view. It undoubtedly has had its lasting effect upon the students who have been in the classes of Dr. Hayden. May it continue to be an important course in the coming years as it has been in the past. The course in Biblical Literature is also a very important course, and a IM-lf'-H-HM'I'1'1N certain number of hours' work is required of all students. The following subjects are considered: Bible version and Canon, Beginnings of Hebrew History, Hebrew History and Literature, New Testament History and Literature, Life of Christ Life and Letters of the Apostle Paul. Dr. Frederick S. Hayden, the instructor, has endeared himself to all students. His pleasant manners and hiscongenial nature will win him friends wherever he goes. Dr. Hayden is also a scholar and an excellent instructor. He has a B. D. degree from Yale University and a degree of D. D. from Illinois College, which was conferred upon him in 1891. From 1899 to 1902 he was lecturer on Theism and Evidences of Christianity at Illinois College, and since that time has been Professor of Philosophy and Bible Literature. Dr. Hayden succeeds in making his courses interesting as well as instructive and valuable.

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Tw 20 music 3323? f Among tl1e numerous advantages Illinois College offers to its sl udents is the special Opportunity of cultivating a desire for the fine art through tl1e channel of its musical department-the Illinois Conservatory. The Illinois Conservatory of Music had established itself as one of the best organizations of its kind many years before it was amalgamated with Illinois College. It was founded in 1871 by Prof. W. D. Sanders, who was then one of the leading and most successful musical instructors in the West. The high standard set up byits first director, I. B. Poznanski, who later be came instructor at tl1e Royal Conservatory of London, has always been main- tained. Among teachers of note wl1o have since been connected with the Conservatory are J. S. Barlow, Dwight, Nutting and Johannessen. The Conservatory offers one of the best curricula in the state of Illinois. Not only those of the particular musical departments are offered opportuni- ties, but all students found in any or all departments of the united , institu- tions have 'the advantage of becoming members of such organizations as the Illinois College chorus, the'A Capella choir and the Conservatory orchestra, wl1icl1 are the only ones of their kind in Jacksonville, without any ekpense of membership, and with the added advantage of appearing in public recitals. The present faculty of the musical department offers strong courses. Under the able management of Director William E. Kritch, the departments of violin and theory, piano, organ and voice have become very efficient, and maintain the exceptionally high standard set by the founders. Individual attention forms a great part of tl1e instruction, and the student who' attends must attain a strong personality with broader views and an understanding of tl1e value of musical subjects. 4 MA DAM 141 Wl1lf'H4l N E R, Volcv'