Miami University - Recensio Yearbook (Oxford, OH)

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LEWIS I ' L llE Directly facing the campus on the north, and within a stone ' s throw of Old Main, stands Lewis Place. Over a hundred years old. the resi- dence became the home of Dr. Benton about 1903 when the privilege was given to the University to use it as the president ' s home. Since then, the spacious white frame residence has been the scene of many faculty and student receptions. In 1929, the home and extensive rounds were purchased bv the University.

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■4 V IIESIIIE T ALFIIEII H. IH ' H WI The characteristic growth of Miami University has required sagacious leadership. Forgetting neither the primary aim of the school nor the welfare of the students, President Upham has guided this expansion dvu-ing the past twelve years. His widespread experience and his un- failing loyalty have been important factors in building the University of today. Dr. Upham ' s influence as a leader, a scholar, and a person is keenly felt on the Miami campus.

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II II IKTR TIVE The officials in Benton Hall receive few plaudits, but their work is essential to the smooth running of the University. Back of every class, social activity, or meal are indi- viduals who coordinate the functions of the school in order to make Miami what she is to- day. Students seldom realize the significance of these officials until they come in direct con- tact with their administrative work. FIRST ROW (left to right): A. K. Morris, vice-preside Bertha M. Emerson, acting dean of women; W. C. Smy; i-egistrar; Ralph J. McGinnis. News Bureau; C. T. Jenkins, personnel secretary. SECOND ROW: Mary Schlenck, di rector of boarding department; Virginia K. Skinner, so cial director; Martha Jacques, auditor of student organi- zations; Walter M. Everhart. superintendent of n tcnnnce; Arthur F Conrad, superintendent of gro