Memphis University School - Owl Yearbook (Memphis, TN)

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This page: {top) Wise Jones ponders the course of his theatrical career, {bottom left) Steve Northcross dis- plays unusual coordination by typing and chewing a pencil simultaneously, {bottom righ t) John McFadden finds a quiet place to study in the new learning cen- ter. Opposite page: {top left) View from balcony of the learning center. {top right) Senior Martin Clough seeks refuge from the administration among the book- shelves. : A 20

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ACADEMICS 19

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. , — Complete Curriculum Fuses Pragmatic and Romantic Concepts Modern educational systems embody two basic concepts in the pursuit of knowl- edge: the pragmatic approach which advo- cates assimilation of knowledge on the merit of its practical application, and the romatic concept which encourages learning merely for embellishment of the student ' s mind. MUS offered a curriculum based on these concepts. In producing well-rounded students who are adequately prepared to enjoy their lives to the fullest and to make contributions to the world around them, courses were offered which enabled the school to fulfill the goals of both concepts. In analyzing the intellect of the prag- matically and romantically educated man, four basic areas of development may be ob- served: creativity, deductive reasoning, communication and awareness. The school presented courses ranging from reading and typing to psychology and art appreciation in an attempt to stimulate intellectual growth. 21