Kaskaskia College - Lens Yearbook (Centralia, IL)

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FREEHAND DRAWING The introduction of the stu- dent to drawing and composi- tion is the fundamental aim of the freehand drawing class. This course prepares him tech- nically, practically, and aes- thetically for continued study. STENOGRAPHY The Junior College secretaries of the future learn to take dictation at high speeds-up to 140 words per minute- and to transcribe their notes with speed and accuracy. PHYSICS Under the direction of Mr. Mansell, the physics class at- tempts to prove physical laws and theories by demonstrating them with laboratory equip- ment. Many interesting experi- ments are carried outL 17

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SPEECH The first-semester speech class dealt with platform speaking and correction of pronuncia- tion faults. During the second semester, the group studied radio speaking and broad- casting methods with invalu- able aid from a wire-recorder. THE LIBRARY The library, general laboratory of the college, supplies faculty and students with materials, attempts to cultivate the best reading habits, and teaches the student how to use the many facilities offered. RHETORIC I Without effective communica- tion an organized society could not exist. Through reading, writing, speaking, listening, and observing, students learn to use their language in a more meaningful way. 16

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TRIGON OM ETRY The trigonometry class, under Miss Luther, studied the solu- tion of triangles. This course is the basis of many college mathematics courses. Trigo- nometry is required of pre- engineering and pre-medical students. FRENCH This year's class of French students learned the basic fun- damentals of grammar and vocabulary. A good reading knowledge of the language was the primary aim of the course. AMERICAN HISTORY The American History course is a ' survey course in which students acquire the knowledge that will help them to have a richer life and to be better and more intelligent citizens. 18