Longwood College - Virginian Yearbook (Farmville, VA)

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tion of Miss Mary Dabney. For recreational pur ' poses, the swimming pool was open to students at certain hours. Science and Mathematics In the field of science, we find the courses di ' vided into two departments. The Department of Biology includes courses in general biology, botany, zoology, bacteriology, anatomy, and physiology. Listed under the Department of Chemistry and Physics we find courses in science for teachers in the elementary and secondary schools. In these two major departments we find many capable m- structors: Dr. Jeffers, Mr. McCorkle, Dr. Higgin- botham. Dr. Brumfield, and Miss Burger. Most of the courses in the department of bi- ology, except those in the first year, require a num- ber of laboratory hours. Students frequently find it necessary to give more than the required number of hours to laboratory work. The Department of Mathematics is planned pri- marily to prepare teachers to teach this subject and to prepare them to meet the demands of real life. A variety of courses, such as algebra, trigono- metry, calculus, and plane, analytical, and solid geometry, are offered under the department of mathematics. Methods classes, which are of great help to student teachers, are also taught. The his- tory of mathematics is required for all majors and minors. These courses are taught by Miss Carrie Tahaferro and Dr. Sutherland. Infirmary The infirmary this year and the infirmary of former years make a perfect example of ' ' before and after. Following the splendid ideas of Mrs. Packer, the infirmary was transformed from a drab, gloomy building to one filled with cheerfulness and a homey atmosphere. Attractive pictures were hung on the newly painted walls of pastel shades. Back Home For Keeps hung over the beds in the wards and brightened the days for those who were ill. Along with taking care of the patients, the in- firmary staff was busy giving thorough physical examinations to every girl in school. Mrs. Packer, Dr. Moore, and the assistants did their best to give the medical attention necessary for keeping us in good health. Library Science The purpose of the courses offered in library science is to prepare students for the duties of teacher-librarian in small schools. Classes which covered the requirements for teaching library science and serving as librarian in public schools were taught by Miss Ruffin. To augment their experience, those students who planned to be school librarians after gradua- tion were allowed to work as library assistants. They worked at the desk checking books in and out; their knowledge and experience in using the card catalogue system increased as they helped other students find books. History, Social Science and Geography The classes offered by the Department of Social Science and History brought to us a fuller under- standing of the problem confronting all nations today as they adapt themselves to new world re- lations. Dr. Walmsley headed the department, which was comprised of courses in history, social science, sociology, economics, and government. Miss Peck, Dr. Moss, Dr. Simkins, and Dr . Walmsley taught a variety of courses in the field of history, includ- ing the freshman course. History of Western Civilization, classes in Southern history with es- pecial emphasis on Civil War and Reconstruction, British history, Russian history and Far East his- tory. Through the sociology courses taught by Miss Stubbs, we became more conscious of problems facing our daily living. Courses in state and nat- ional government and in economics were taught also. In the department of geography, Miss Moran and Miss Waters taught courses dealing with the

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President of the College It doesn ' ' t seem possible that Dr. Lancaster has been with us only one year. His warm and friendly smile has won a place in the hearts of each of his girls. Dr. Lancaster came to us from the post of State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Thus, he was fully able to guide one of the State Teachers Colleges. He entered his new job with firm in ' tentions of making Farmville the best teachers coL lege in the state. We have noted and appreciated his efforts. We were eager to see our new president in September; on October the twenty ' fourth with the inauguration, we really felt that he had assumed his office. On this occasion we were honored by having with us the governor, the State Board of Education, and representatives of all the Virginia Colleges. This year, we know, has been a trying one for Dr. Lancaster. But as the freshmen put it, We had rather have Dr. Lancaster than anyone else we know. Home Department Under the guidance of Dean Martha Smith Smith, the Home Department became an integral part of our school life. Examples for us to follow have been given us. In the Main Building Mrs. Fitzpatrick, Mrs. Laing, Mrs. Blackwell, and Mrs. McCoy aided Dean Smith; Miss Hamner, Mrs. Warren, and Mrs. Eastham directed student hving in Cunning ' ham Hall. Checking rooms, keeping quiet during study hour, and signing out and checking in were just a few of the many duties of the staff of the Home Department. We often complained but just as often reah2;ed that the Home Department was an indispensable and truly worthy part of the college administra ' tion. Unconsciously we benefited from their guid ' ance and worked to reach the goals they estab ' lished. They remain as a never ' tO ' be ' forgotten part of our college life. President Emeritus Those of us who were students while Dr. Jar ' man was President of the college remembered and missed his cheery smile and the red rosebud as we walked through the halls every day this year. As President Emeritus, Dr. Jarman has visited the coL lege on many occasions and we have enjoyed those visits to the utmost. Although he was not active in college life this year, the memory of his ideals, which he presented to his girls during his forty four years as President, inspired us this year to give our best to our work. Dean of the College WiUiam W. Savage was appointed Dean of the College by Dr. Lancaster, President, and he as- sumed his new position on April L The office held by Mr. Savage was newly created this year. The major portion of Mr. Savage ' s work was giv ' ing counsel to the students. Preceding his appoint- ment to State Teachers College, Mr. Savage served as assistant head of the Richmond Consultation Service and Supervisor of Consultation Service throughout Virginia. Physical Education The Department of Physical Education has a two ' fold purpose: first, to provide professional courses in physical and health education that will prepare students to direct play and recreational activities and to teach hygiene; second, to provide an opportunity for all students to engage in dc velopmental and recreational activities. Skill in dancing and in various sports is essential to one who expects to become a teacher of physical education or a worker in the field of recreation. Classes in health education, corrective exercises, and the teaching of physical education were taught by Miss Mary Barlow, who heads the department. In charge of aU seasonal sports was Miss Olive T. Her, associate professor. Classes in dance were taught by Miss Emily Kaudarich. These classes included tap dancing, modern dancing, and social dancing. Swimming classes were under the direc

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geography of Europe, Asia, and South America, and North America. English and Speech Under the direction of Mr. James M. Grainger, the English Department strives to coordinate its work with that of other departments in the college, and to obtain the cooperation of all the instructors in maintaining the use of good English in all classes. The work of the department consists of courses of language, composition, literature, and teaching of language arts in elementary and secondary schools. In addition to these fundamental courses. Journalism, Biblical Literature, courses in modern poetry, the short story, the novel, and Business English, and separate courses in Shakespeare, Browning, and Tennyson are offered. Mr. Graing ' er. Miss Mary C. Hiner, Miss Jennings, Miss Nichols, Miss Foster, and Mrs. Davis were our teachers in this department. Miss Leola Wheeler heads the Speech Depart- ment, which offers courses in voice and diction, public speaking, oral interpretation, and the history of the drama. The dramatic club is also under the direction of the Speech Department and develops the students ' special talents for play production. To give each member of the dramatic club sufficient training to enable her to direct a play is the aim of the director. Home Economics Under the guidance of Miss Tupper, Miss Jeter, Miss Gleaves, and Miss Hall, girls majoring in home economics are adequately prepared to teach and practice effectively the many phases of home economics. An important fact was that the college had been selected by the State Board of Education as one of the institutions for the education of Home Economics teachers in the state. The facilities of the Home Economics depart ' ment were competent in every way. An excellent collection of up ' tO ' date literature was available to the student as well as actual experience in labora- tories with modern equipment. The courses in Foods, Clothing, House Planning, Home Manage- ment, and Lunch Room Planning called for both library and laboratory. A quarter of teaching in the high school, and a quarter of living in the practice house on campus were two of the main features of a home economics major ' s senior year. Music and Art Our outstanding music department under the head of Mr. Strick, Miss Patterson, and Miss Clark has as its purpose to develop an understand- ing and appreciation of the best music of the world. Through group participation in song and direct listening to the many artists brought to the college, the department succeeded in giving ample oppor- tunity to the students. Through the many courses offered — the History of Music, Elementary Singing, Materials and Problems in Schools, General Music Appreciation, Choral work, Harmony and Orchestra — this aim was adequately achieved in our department of music. The Art Department oifered courses in Me- chanical Drawing, Clay Modeling, Drawing and Composition, Elementary Arts, Figure Drawing, and Appreciation. The two large labs, under the direction of Miss Bedford and Mrs. Lemon, pro- duced artistic drawings and sketches that were put on exhibit here during the year. A course in Practical Arts Education was of- fered by Miss Camper, Miss Bedford, and Miss Hall. Our Art Department is designed to supply the courses needed by students desiring to teach in public schools. Administrative Personnel The administrative personnel provided various types of service to the students. In the Registrar ' s office was kept a complete record of each student ' s work for the year. Our grades were recorded there, and a list of absences was kept. At the end of each quarter. Miss Bugg, Registrar, notified the students and their parents their academic standing.