Messiah College - Clarion Yearbook (Grantham, PA)

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OUR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM by Deon Climenhogcv There is a tendency in College Annuals to overemphasize the students' activities in school at the expense of depicting the real program. This is only natural, in that the major working of a College seems to be familiar to all readers of the Annual. or is taken for granted. Also, students have a tendency to reflect on the pleasant associations of the general activities, while taking their major work and training of the curriculum as a matter of fact. This tend- ency, however, does at times leave a wrong impression on the outside reader. To assure the readers that the Annual staff of 194-0-441, have no intention to minimize the educational pro- gram of the College, this article was requested. Major improvements have been made in the educational program of the College in recent years. The Christian emphasis is as strong as in the past, but the program is more in keep- ing with improvements in educational administration in general. Under the careful guidance of the Board of Trustees and our beloved and worthy President, and through the further train- ing of administrators and staff, these improvements have been made possible. The improvement in organization is outstanding. The present staffs are Educational, Custodian, and Personnel. The Educational staff includes the Dean of the College, the Prin- cipal of the Academy, tl1e Librarian, the teachers and students. The Custodian staff includes the Business Manager, Caretaker, Superintendent of Dining Hall, and help. The Personnel staff includes the Personnel Director, Religious Director, Dean of Women, Nurse, and student organizations. By staff meetings and three major committees, the handling of the organiza- tion is cared for. The teaching staff has periods of prayer, business, and in-service training. The Admin- istrative committee deals with general policies. The Finance committee approves of the budget and carefully guards the expenditures. The Library committee is concerned with the growth and management of the Library. Academic and terminal education in a large range of offerings provides for the various interests and needs of the students. Terminal courses are offered in the Helds of Religious Education, Business Education, and Music. Academic courses are offered in the. field of Christian Education, Language, Science, and Social Sciences. A four-year cycle in Christian Training is provided for students of all ages during a short winter session. A two-year pro- gram is offered in Christian Training for those who can spend the full two years. Many improvements have been made in the physical plant. The most recent improve- ment has been the additions to the Library and improvement in the office wing of the Admin- istration Building. These private ofhces, with secretarial help, make for a more,eflicient handling of the school program in keeping with present educational methods. More and more our students are being sought by colleges and universities for entrance to their senior work. eight

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COLLEGE JUNIORS FLORENCE HENSEL Linglestown, Pa. An industrious lady who makes every minute count for good. Florence is a student who is elii- cient to a marked clegreeg she is a friend who is congenial, noble and true. 111719 SARA HIERR l .ehanon, Pa. A q niet unassuming individual with a poise and reserve which en- ables her to master every situation. A sincere and appreciative friend, leader, and schoolmate. DoRo'rHY PFAUTZ Cleona, Pa. During her three years spent at Messiah Bible College her voice has gladdened many hearts. Her many friends have sought her helpful advice constantly.