Lebanon Valley College - Quittapahilla Yearbook (Annville, PA)

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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

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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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DIVISION OF TEACHER EDUCATION Prospective teachers at Lebanon Valley College are offered courses designed to meet certification require- ments for teaching in the public schools. Courses in methods of teaching, principles of guidance, philoso- phy of education, and audiovisual techniques are included in the curriculum. The division attempts to instill in its students a sound knov ' ledge of classroom skills, an understanding of the high academic and ethical principles necessary to a teacher, and an appreciation of the value of the teacher ' s contribution to society. Cloyd H, Ebersole, June M. Herr, Gilbert D. McKlveen, chairman. Elementary Education Secondary Education The elementary education department is the responsibility of Dr. Cloyd Ebersole, Mrs. June Herr, and Mr. William Batchelor. Elementary education majors are given a background not only in the vari- ous subjects taught in primary schools, but in the fundamentals of music, art, and recreation as well. Through these studies and wWh the practical ex- perience gained in observing actual classes and in student teaching, Lebanon Valley College sends forth men and women well-prepared to give chil- dren a meaningful start in the nation ' s classrooms. The Elementary Education Club is afFIIated with this department, and affords on opportunity for stu- dents who wish to acquire further experience in their field to do so. Secondary education courses supplement a future junior or senior high school teacher ' s knowledge of the subject matter which he will teach. This is ac- complished through a student ' s observation of genu- ine classroom situations, his study of principles and techniques of teaching, and student teaching. Dr. Gilbert McKlveen, head of the division of teacher education, supervises those entering secon- dary education and acts of adviser to the campus Student Pennsylvania State Education Association, an organization to which both secondary and ele- mentary education majors may belong. 26