Lebanon Valley College - Quittapahilla Yearbook (Annville, PA)

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DIVISION OF SCIENCE The search for understanding of the natural laws of the universe goes actively onward in the growing sci- ence department of Lebanon Valley College. Modern facilities are utilized by students and professors to gain insight into the technical and theoretical aspects of the natural sciences. Biology The biology department emphasizes the develop- ment of an appreciation of man ' s relation to his universe, the acquisition of those fundamental facts necessary to the proper interpretation of the phe- nomena manifested by living things, and the laying of a broad foundation for specialization in profes- sional courses concerning biology. Many potential medical technologists, doctors, nurses, teachers and others utilize the slides, micro- scopes, greenhouse, field trips, and display case materials provided by the department to gain es- sential knowledge and experience. v. Earl Light, Francis H. Wilson, Chairman, O. Pass Bollinger. Chemistry Henry B. Hollinger, Robert E. Griswoid, James L. Kline, Karl L. Lockwood, chairman. The vigorous schooling in techniques and princi- ples of modern chemistry which its students receive has helped the chemistry department of Lebanon Valley College to become known for possessing a high degree of excellence. Students interested in the teaching profession are given an opportunity to study chemistry and the various techniques of teaching science. Students preparing for industrial work, the medical sciences, and advanced study in chemistry are given training which will enable them to become both good sci- entists and good citizens. Individual work and scientific thinking is encour- aged. A summer program has been set up to give opportunity for extra training. Students working for departmental honors must prepare and defend a thesis based on extensive laboratory investigation of an original problem. 24

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Economics and Business Economics is that branch of the social sciences which deals with the problems of optimum alloca- tion, full employment and stable growth of a society for maximum human satisfaction. A complex of busi- ness exists to aid in attaining these goals. Through study of post and present economies and practice in accounting and others tools of business the student becomes familiar with both theory and practice. Students preparing for careers in busi- ness, government civil service, teaching, or law have time to supplement these courses with electives to attain c general education. Robert C. Riley, Chairman; C. F. Joseph Torr Psychology The Department of Psychology has as its aims a development in the student of an understanding of the bases and role of human behavior and a foster- ing in him of a corresponding adjustment through application of psychological principles. In pursuit of these aims, the department has recently moved into the north end of the third floor of the adminis- tration building, where modern laboratories and equipment are located for efficient study and ob- servation. The department aims to acquaint not only the psychology major but also the liberal arts student with its field, for such a study will aid in both specific occupations and in the general process of day-to-day living. Elizabeth Pottieger, Jean O. Love, Chairman 23

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Mathematics A record enrollment of fifty mathematics majors this year shows the increasing importance of the mathematics department at Lebanon Valley College. Turning out mathematics teachers, actuaries, and aspiring engineers annually, the math department includes in its curriculum classical mathematics courses as well as courses corresponding to more recent developments. A series of eight evening lectures on modern mathematics by Mr. Robert J. Wagner, assistant pro- fessor of mathematics, indicates the extension of the mathematics department out of the classroom. Along the same line, a research contract from the United States Navy has authorized Lebanon Valley ' s math departme nt for research in statistical aspects of in- ventory control. Robert J. Wagner, Barnard H. Bissinger, chairman; Paul F. Henning. Physics Increased understanding of the basic laws of nature as they relate to our physical environment and an indication of the possible extent and limita- tions of our knowledge of the physical world are aims of the Department of Physics. To attain these goals, recent developments in nuclear and atomic physics, as well as traditional fields of physical phenomena, are emphasized. The relationship of physics to other sciences for industrial and medical advances is stressed and frequently utilized. Mathematics, in particular, is an important tool of the young men and women in the well- equipped physics laboratories and classrooms. Jacob L. Rhodes, chairman; J. Robert O ' Donnell, Samuel O. Grimm. 25