Mississippi State University - Reveille Yearbook (Starkville, MS)

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dr. hand Forty-seven years ago Dr. W. F. Hand began his services for Mississippi State College. Today, as vice-president among other officers, he is one of the most active, beloved, and respected members of a dis- tinguished administration. A true scien- tist, he is recognized the nation over as a great chemist and pedagogist. His de- lightful personality, his youthfulness, his habits and mannerisms that have become campus traditions, his capability as an administrator, his enormous capacity for work, and his fervor as a school sup- porter — all combine to make him an in- valuable asset to the college in his ca- pacity as vice-president. OFFICERS OF Over sixty years ago, with seven or eight buildings including a residence, and an enrollment of three hundred and fifty students, Mississippi State College had its inception. At that time all stu- dents pursued the same course of study. Today, with a large campus crowded with fine buildings, with an enrollment of over twenty- two hundred, State offers a varied curriculum in numerous departments in six schools. itir. hilbun Mr. Ben, the genial custodian of Mis- sissippi State ' s records, has earned for himself a warm spot in the hearts of thousands of men who have attended col- lege here. Nor is that strange, for he holds in his heart a spot just as warm for all State men. His work is heavy. Not only does he take care of records but he also is Head of the Board of Publications, a position synonymous with headache. He is an ardent, progressive State supporter.

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PRESIDENT HUMPHREY Seven epoch making years have passed since Dr. George Duke Humphrey first came to Mississippi State as its President. These have been memorable years marked by expansion in all activities of the col- lege. By his sympathy toward, and under- standing of, student problems. Dr. Hum- phrey has become admired and respected by all who know him. Truly he embodies the Spirit of Mississippi State. J-L PRESIDENT n.J Lh MESSAGE May a fuller, richer meaning of the opportunities which Mississippi State College has given to you be yours as you approach the end of your college days here. The material and cultural resources of this institution have been devoted to one end — to train you to meet the responsibilities which, in the near future, you must meet. Your problem now will be to make your life count for most in your day and generation. The days that lie ahead will be trying ones for you. If you have learned how to do strenuous work willingly, to evaluate means and objectives properly, to measure up to your social responsibility intelligently, you will find life ' s adventure a thrilling and worthwhile experience. For you, for all of us, our immediate responsibility today is to use courage and intel- ligence in defense of our American way of life to the end that human liberty may not perish from the face of the earth. President Humphrey Savs it with flowers to Mrs. Paul Johnson, as STATE takes OLE MISS.

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ADMINISTRATION inr. Jenkins Although he has served only one year as Financial Secretary of Mississippi State College, already Mr. Jenkins is a well- known and respected figure on the State campus. He has proved himself fully capable of handling the duties connected with balancing the budget, and, as many students of Business will assure you, this is no easy task. mr. lerd In the many years that Mr. (. D. Lord has served as Ass ' t. Secretary of Missis- sippi State College, he has become en- deared in the hearts of the many stu- dents who have had the opportunity to know him. Possessed of a keen sense of humor, he is at once welcomed into any campus bull session, whether it be on politics or football. These things were accomplished by the sweat of men ' s brows. State stands today as a symbol of the vision of men who have made it possible. Down through the years, these men have worked for a better state and nation by building a better Mississippi State. The present Officers of Administration are carrying on that tradition. Their work has enjoyed tangible success. Working under a budget that is far too small, they have succeeded in progressively expanding the curriculum, constructing new buildings, and securing other new equipment. In its leaders is State ' s strength. majcr sessums Many times during the past years students have been called into Major Sessum ' s office to face problems of dis- cipline. Usually they dreaded the consequences of such a trip. But without an exception, they have walked out with a conception of fair play that they did not quite expect. For in his many years of dealing with young people, The Major has come to know them and vinderstand their prob- lems. Needless to say, he is perhaps the most beloved and admired man at State. LIBRARY mSSfSSIPPI STATE COLLEGE ll ' d