McNeese State University - Log Yearbook (Lake Charles, LA)

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The differing faces of McNeese can be seen in the members of the Student Art As- sociation, who “dressed up” as famous faces for their annual Hal- loween party. (Photo by S. Levy) ‘ i . | : Divider 197

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-People- McNeese State University has more than 8,000 priceless assets. These are its students and faculty who come from nearly every corner of the globe to share and enrich the life of the community and themselves. Though the worth of the individual is foremost, a sense of community leads to the formation of many special and life-long friendships. Both the students and the faculty and administra- tion at McNeese help make the university a special place to grow and learn. For warmth, friendliness, and a caring atmosphere, McNeese has what it takes to be a ‘‘gold-mine”’ of personal opportunities. 196 People

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Dr. Jack Doland’s accessability to students and faculty, as well as his open-door policy, proved to be A Winning Combination McNeese has a winning combination — policy, students, faculty and facility. This idea is supported by President Jack V. Doland. Taking pride in the accomplish- ments of McNeese students and gradu- ates is a rewarding part of the president's job. McNeese's image is a large part of our success. Dr. Doland's ‘‘open door ’ policy has added to the image. Students are able, after going through proper chan- nels, to see the president when a problem arises. Dr. Doland acknowledged that there have been problems; but with the cooperation of the deans, department heads, faculty members, and students, the situations have been resolved. “If the students are satisfied with their education and the faculty are satisfied with their jobs; they're worth more than all the advertising you can do,” Dr. Doland said. Enrollment has risen more than 40 percent and several new programs have received national accreditation, including education, nursing and engineering. Ac- 198 People cording to Dr. Doland, McNeese attracts its share of students from Southwest Lou- isiana and from other areas as well. The faculty has played its role in creat- ing a good image for McNeese. ‘‘We do have top-quality education and a high- caliber faculty. We've improved it tremen- dously in four years, with only top-flight professors being hired.’ The image is enhanced, too, by the Campus setting. ‘‘We've improved the Surroundings.” Four new buildings have been erected and now serve the universi- ty, including one of the finest recreational facilities in the state. Dr. Doland said McNeese needs another science build- ing, in addition to Frasch Hall. If funding is available, the new building could be the priority project this fall. McNeese’s most improved achieve- ment is its growth — becoming the fas- test growing university in the state. ‘‘I at- tribute the growth in enrollment to the good image of the university created by the faculty and students.’ News conferences are one of the president's many duties. During a fall semester news confer- ence, Dr. Doland addresses the press and dis- cusses plans for future developments. (Photo by T. Maricle)