Lebanon Valley College - Quittapahilla Yearbook (Annville, PA)

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Religion and Philosophy Seeking to orient the student to a Christian world through free and open inquiry, these departments offer basic foundations to those students preparing for the Chris- tian ministry, the world mission field, the teaching of religion and philosophy, and other church voca- tions. Essentially, for all students, they attempt to develop skills for practical service in a local church or community, and to make Chris- tian living an ideal goal. Dr. Carl E. Ehrhart, chairman of the Philosophy Department; Dr. James O. Be- mesderfer, the Reverend Mr. Mark J. Hos- tetter, (Absent), instructors in the Deport- ment of Religion. nss. Psychology In order to develop in the stu- dent an understanding and ap- preciation of the biological and environmental basis of human be- havior and of the role of that be- havior in adjustment, the liberal arts college has established a de- partment of psychology. It is also intended that the courses in this division will foster the student ' s healthy adjustment through the ob- jective application of psychological principles to problems related to personal, vocational and moral growth. In order to provide first hand experience in the study of human behavior, research methods ore analyzed through means of labo- ratory procedures. By employing free or controlled stimuli and re- sponse treatments, it is possible to become familiar with measures of learning, perception, memory, fa- tigue, motivation, thinking and reasoning. Jean O. Love, chairman, Carroll M. Col- 21

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Social Sciences The aim of the department of social science is to aid the student in acquiring knowledge in the field of social studies as well as to serve as a background for an objective study of mankind ' s activities, hoping that this research will assist the student in arriving at his own opinions; thus, promoting good citizenship. The field of social sciences is divided into several special- ized fields. The political science division aims to acquaint the student with the functions of government and current world affairs. History is the study of the past development of human societies and courses in the sociology department help to de- velop the student ' s understanding of our social structure and social relationships. Ralph S. Shay, chairman, Ehzabelh M, Geffen, history; Alex J. Fehr, political science; Alice M. Brumbaugh, sociology; John H. Fritz, history. Economics The study of the activities by which men at- tempt to produce or acquire scarce goods is known as economics. When an economy be- comes complex and increases, it assumes the title of business. Our American economy is very expansive and much rapid progress is being made in introducing new products and more efficient methods of production. Even though the economy is complex and highly industrial- ized, there ore as many opportunities as ever for men with energy, ideas, and ambition to organize enterprises. Therefore, this depart- ment aims to give Lebanon Valley College stu- dents a thorough training in the essential principles and fundamentals of business and economics. At the same time it offers sufficient electives to provide students preparing for careers, which will require an acquaintance with business procedures, a general cultural education. C. F, Joseph Tom, Robert C. Riley, chairman. Business

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The aim of the Education De- partment is to develop teachers who appreciate the value of the teaching profession. The department presents courses to comply with certification in the elementary and secondary fields of the public schools. Professional hints concerning techniques of teaching as well as the principles of education are included in the curriculum in such courses as: Vis- ual and Sensory Techniques or Principles of Guidance Organiza- tion and Administration. A Pennsylvania Student Educa- tion Association and an Elementary Education Club are sponsored by this division. Gilbert D. McKlveen, chairman, June M. Herr. Absent: Clyod H. Ebersole, William A. Batchelor. Education Ellis R. McCracken, chairman, Betty J. Bowman, Charles E. Poad. Physical Education To provide an opportunity for qualified young people to develop their total personalities is one of the main objectives of Lebanon Valley College. Recognizing that physical growth is a significant consequence in this development, the Physical Education Department attempts to encourage attitudes and habits of good total health; to develop the student ' s physical capacities and to provide activities which will enrich his lei- sure throughout life. Besides supplying regular course instruction concerning biological needs and health conservation, the personnel of this department offer advanced instruction in the fundamental skills and practice of golf, hockey, basketball, tennis, wres- tling, track, and baseball. It is their responsibility to arrange all the inter-collegiate athletic activities plus sponsoring an intramural program in which anyone can participate.