Iowa State University - Bomb Yearbook (Ames, IA)

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PRES. CHARLES E. FRILEY Our President, son of a Texas college president, has been with us eight years— first as Dean of Science, then Prexy in ' 36 . . . inaugurated the Student Acti- vity Fee . . . has seen two million dollars in buildings erected on the campus . . . improved the college budget through a more efficient academic program . . . always an interesting conversa- tionalist . . . relaxes at the piano keyboard — especially fond of Chopin . . . reads incessantly on history of civilization and edu- cational trends— thrives on old books . . . shoots a low 90 in golf. Page TO

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The Class of 1940 is the largest in the history of the Iowa State College. It is also one of the ablest and best prepared. In a very short time most of the members of the Class will have taken their places in important and responsible activities of the modern industrial and professional world. I am sure I express the sentiments of the entire fac- ulty of the lo va State College in wishing for each member of the Class a full measure of success and happiness in his chosen field of activity. The graduates of the Iowa State College now ninnber more than 20,000. Since its establishment, more than 70,000 yotmg men and women have attended the institution for regular instruction. This does not include the thousands of people, yotmg and old, who have come to the institiuion from time to time for short courses. Thus the influ- ence of the College has extended in many directions and to many people throughout the years, and many of these people are holding positions of great importance in prac- tically all walks of life. The rapid increase in enrollment has placed an unusually heavy burden upon the facilities of the institution. In order to handle this situation, many changes have been made in existing college buildings, schedules ha ' e been rearranged, additions have been made to the teaching staff, and new buildings ha ' e been provided. Even so, it has been quite difficult to keep up with the greatly increased demand upon the re- sources and facilities of the College. Since 1935 four new dormitories have been erected, three for women and one for men. Two other dormitories for men are planned and it is hoped that construction can begin this year. Through the generosity of the Forty-eighth General Assembly, ap- propriation was made for a Women ' s Gymnasium, vhich is now in process of erection. This will be a distinct addition to the facilities for the education of women on the campus. Constant study is being given to the problem of effective teaching in the various divisions of the institution. An institution of higher learning, such as the Iowa State College, may be rich in buildings and equipment, but it is none the less poor if the teaching staff is not strong. Every effort is being made to bring to the College outstand- ing teachers who not only are adequately trained in their respective fields, but who have a definite interest in and tmderstandingof yotmg people. There is a fine tradition of loyalty and seriousness of purpose at the Iowa State College which we feel must be maintained at all costs. One of th e gratifying aspects of our work here is the reputation of the College in placing its graduates. Our success is due not only to the fact that the graduates of the College are well prepared, but also to the fact that we keep in close touch with the in- dtistries and professions and have their confidence. Then, too, the success of our grad- uates of former years has helped us materially in establishing the present high repu- tation of the institution. There is every indication that the Iowa State College will continue to grow. Its reputation is a challenge to every serious minded and intelligent student. The efforts of the College to provide wholesome surroundings for the student body are appreci- ated by students and parents alike. I hope that in the coming years the members of the Class of 1940 will maintain and strengthen their loyalty to their alma mater and that they will keep in close touch with the program, the hopes, and the ambitions of the College. My very best wishes go with each of you in yotir future work. CHARLES E. FRILEY President Page II