Longwood College - Virginian Yearbook (Farmville, VA)

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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.

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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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At the treasurer ' s office we paid our fees for the year. The Treasurer ' s office was also known as The Bank since we deposited our money there to be kept safely and withdrew it as it was needed. Probably one of the most popular spots on camp ' us was the Post Office, where Mrs. Cox, our post- mistress, was constantly beseiged with students begging for more letters or a larger package. The Tea Room was managed by Mrs. Tabb assisted by Mrs. Dugger. The dehcious meals there have brought a major debate of the day — Resolved: Cherry Roll is better than Caramel Pie. Languages Our Language Department gives courses in Latin and in the more modern languages — Spanish and French. Dr. Thompson taught Latin here and at Hampden ' Sydney; Miss Helen Draper taught French; Miss Emily Barksdale and Miss Draper taught Spanish. Not only were there courses in Spanish and French composition and grammar for beginners, but there were more advanced classes in Spanish and French literature. In Latin, one could take Virgil, Cicero, Horace, and other interesting courses, as well as classes in composition. A native Spanish student and a native French student assisted in teaching the classes to drill the students in correct pronunciation and oral uses of the language. The student assistants this year were Julia Perez; from Puerto Rico and Annette Vincent ' Viry from France. Teacher Training The administration and direction of teacher training for college students in the elementary school were operated jointly by local school au- thorities and the college. Preceding their actual practice teaching, stu- dents observed the methods and management as demonstrated by the training school faculty. Stu- dents conducted their practice teaching in the Ele- mentary School under the supervision of the train- ing school faculty. Frequent conferences with the supervisor, Miss Sibyl Henry, and the Director of Teacher Training, Dr. J. P. Wynne, were held. Principles and procedures to be used by the stu- dent teachers were discussed. In as far as possible, the student teachers were given a choice of the grade which they preferred to teach. Business Education The Department of Business Education was or- gani2;ed in the school year 1930-3 L It has rapidly grown into one of the largest departments of the college, with Mr. Merle L. Landrum at the head of the teaching staff, assisted by Mrs. J. P. Wynne, Miss Ottie Craddock, Mrs. Zita B. Hanford, Mr. Norman O. Myers, and Mr. Christy Snead. The courses offered covered every aspect of busi- ness, such as advertising, marketing, merchandis- ing, accounting, insurance, the use of office ma- chines, and practice in filing, office and personnel management, social security and payroll, business law, business organisation, and methods of teach- ing, in addition to the fundamental shorthand and typing. Girls receiving a degree in Business Educa- tion will be prepared not only for high school com- mercial teaching positions, but also for higher posi- tions in business administration. Diplomas are given to girls who complete a two-year course in business education. Education and Philosophy In all teachers colleges, the courses offered in education are of great importance. The Depart- ment of Education in our college is an outstanding department. Dr. John P. Wynne, a widely known educator, served as director of teacher education with six other teachers and professors teaching in this field: Mr. Coyner, Mr. Holton, Miss Camper, Miss Carter, Dr. Johnson, and Dr. Swertfeger. The courses of the Department of Education were grouped under four heads: education, phil- osophy, psychology and directed teaching. The freshman year was taken up with a variety of courses such as mathematics, science, history, and English, with the psychology courses fitting into the curriculum in the sophomore year. Courses in elementary and secondary education were of- fered in the junior year, and the philosophy courses and student teaching in the senior year.