Montana State University Bozeman - Montanan Yearbook (Bozeman, MT)

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Outstanding An institution of higher learning cannot grow without a faculty dedicated to teaching and counseling the students. If the faculty takes an active interest in the welfare of the students, a higher caliber of student will be attracted to the institution. As the graduates become known in their respective fields, increasing attention will be focused upon the institution by educators and employers alike. The faculty of Montana State is composed of many individuals ) who are outstanding in their respective fields. Some arc nationally known; others arc presently building a reputation for professional t competence which will increase their stature and that of the in- stitution with which they arc associated. The staff of the 1964 MONTANAN is sorry that we are unable to bring recognition to all the members of the faculty who deserve it. The members of the faculty who were selected represent the choice of division deans, department heads, and students. Selection was based on several criteria, and the final selections arc those that the staff regards as the best. Faculty 25

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As the governing body of the University of Montana, the Board of Education formulates policy for the entire system and must approve any changes which a member of the system wishes to institute. The concurrence of the Board is necessary in all matters pertaining to rules, regulations, requirements, fees and courses offered. This year the Board approved Montana State’s request to grant the Bachelor of Arts degree in history and English. This ruling becomes effective next year. The actions of the members of the Board reflect their confidence in the ability of the faculty of MSC to continue the high standards of instruction. Tim Babcock Gmcrtwr Board of Education, ex-officio Regents of the University of Montana John D. French. Mrs. J. C. King, John E. O'Neill, Maurice Richard, Harrier E. Miller. Superintendent of Public Instruction: Tim Babcock. Governor; Forrest H. Anderson, Attorney General; A. A. Arras Jr., G. D. Mullcndorr, Gordon L. Docring, Boynton G. Panic.

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DR. KENNETH D. BRYSON Associate Professor of Speech B.S., Northern Illinois State Teachers College, 1947; M.A., Northwestern University, 1949; Ph.D., 1952. Beginning his teaching career in Illinois, Dr. Bryson coached debate, directed plays, and taught economics and world history at Mcndota Township High School. Following completion of his master’s degree, he came to Montana State in the fall of 1950 to teach public address and other general speech courses. He has been responsible for the development of the basic speech curriculum in the department and has the title “Coordinator of Speech within the Department of English, Speech, and Theatre Arts.” Formally instrumental in organizing the Montana Speech Association, he served as its chairman for one year. He was originator and director of the Treasure State Forum and its successor, the MSC Campus Roundtable. He is also former debate coach and current Director of Forensics. He has acted as advisor to the Rodeo Club and has served on the Bookstore Board and the Student Loan Committee. He is present chairman of the Lectures and Concerts Committee. Dr. Bryson has achieved and maintained a special effectiveness as a teacher because he is not afraid to experiment with and innovate new methods. He is conscientious and willing to give his students special help on his own time. He has remained a favorite with students in all curriculums. MR. H. E. RODEBERG Professor of Agricultural Education B.S., Montana State College, 1929; M.S., 1942. H. E. Rodcbcrg has had a long career in Agricultural Education, teaching in Montana high schools for 12 years from 1929 to 1941. In the summer of 1941 he came to MSC to work on his master’s degree and acted as assistant state supervisor for the Rural War Training Program. He joined the college staff in 1946 and has continued in his capacity as teacher trainer in Ag Ed to the present time. One of his biggest jobs is working with all the agriculture departments in Montana high schools maintaining close contact with and advising all of MSC’s Agriculture Education graduates. In addition to his teaching duties, Mr. Rodeberg is advisor and coordinator of the annual Future Farmers of America State Leadership Conference and is advisor to the Collegiate FFA. He also acts as advisor to the Agriculture Club, the Little “I”, and has served three terms on the Faculty Policy Advisory Committee. He maintains a constant interest in his past students and is often sought out by graduates who return to the campus on business or just to visit. His interest, sound advice and positive enthusiasm have helped to provide Montana with the best possible teachers in Agricultural Education. 26