Muhlenberg College - Ciarla Yearbook (Allentown, PA)

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Department of Education and Psychology This department rates highly in pedagogical circles by virtue of the pre-eminence of Dr. Wright. “Doc” is the favorite of the upperclassmen who come under his instruction. His classes are always interesting and his keen mind makes it neces- sary for the students to be “on their toes. This pleasing contrast offers a mentaj training to the students, which is both beneficial and of practical educational value Another big forte of Dr. Wright is his work in the Extension School. It is through his unstinted efforts as the head of this organization, that it has grown in membership and efficiency, and has become the most modern department of our college. Every evening from Monday to Friday, all day Saturday and during the summer this vast organization is functioning and assisting those unable to go to college in gaining their education. Dr. Wright ' s part in the creation of a Greater Muhlenberg is by no means a small one. For he has contributed on a large scale to the development of this idea in his work with the Extension School, as well as in the regular college. This year, for the first time. Dr. Wright has an assistant in his college work. This is none other than Mr. Karl Wright Boyer, Instructor of Education. His pleasing personality and the interest he takes in the students have gained for him a welcome in the hearts of all. Mr. Boyer is a Muhlenberg man from the class of ' 23 and his interest in the Alma Mater is not confined to his classroom. He is one of the followers of the college athletics, and his enthusiastic cheering from the stands is inspiring to the undergraduates. Mr. Boyer has been very instrumental in the formation of the Education Club, which is the fi rst organization of its type ever attempted at Muhlenberg. Since its founding last autumn its stability has been due largely to his untiring efforts. A true son of Muhlenberg, with that friendly “hello” spirit and a jolly good fellow is a mild characterization of Mr. Boyer, and he is wished years of success and happiness within the portals of our Alma Mater. 30

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Department of Science In the department of sciences, Dr. Vieweg, Professor of Physical and Organic Chemistry, holds a very high position. He has proven himself to be an excellent teacher and is held in high esteem by his students. Dr. Vieweg, who came from Cornell, has been with us for but the short space of a year and a half, and he has become quite popular on the campus because of his winning personality. Dr. Brandes, another Cornell man, is a newcomer on the faculty. He has put his subjects across in such a live manner as to instil a new interest into the students. His competent instruction and his method have gained for him the support of the boys, en masse. His stay has been brief and his only official con- nections have been with the men of the B. S. courses, nevertheless he is well known on the campus. Among the older men is Professor Shankweiler, Instructor of Biology. He is a Muhlenberg graduate and his efforts in behalf of his Alma Mater are not limited to the classroom and laboratory. Professor Shankweiler has that Muhlenberg spirit which makes him a friend to all and his willingness to aid any one at any time has made him quite popular with his boys. Dr. Bailey, Professor of Biology, is also a favorite of long standing at Muhlen- berg. His classes have always been pleasant for the students because of his fair treatment of them, and because of the interesting manner he has in presenting his subject matter. His connections do not cease with his classroom work, however, since he is the Chairman of the Faculty Committee on Student Activities and here he meets all the organizations and groups. Professor Fasig is included in the department of Sciences, as Geology Professor. His ideas of sportsmanship are of such calibre as to command the respect of all with whom he comes in contact. It is not the good fortune of many students to meet him in classes, but he is probably the most popular professor on the campus. Professor Allen is in charge of the Physics Department. His thorough-going and conscientious efforts have placed him high in the esteem of his students. BAILEY BRANDES SHANKWEILER ALLEN

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Department of Mathematics Reverend John A. Bauman is the Professor Emeritus of Mathematics. His teaching career was terminated in 1924 after he had spent twenty-seven years of meritorious service at our Alma Mater. Although no longer engaged actively in his profession, he is frequently seen on the campus and in the library. Despite the fact that he is already very much advanced in years, Reverend Bauman is still active and spry, both physically and mentally. His years of unswerving devotion to Muhlenberg are worthy of praise and emulation. For his many years of faithful service Muhlenberg is appreciatively indebted. Luther J. Deck is the head of the Mathematical Department. His worthy efforts and deep interest in his work and in college have made the math course one of the most interesting in the entire curriculum. His reputation as a hard marker does not detract in the least from his popularity among the students. Luther’s chief hobby is music. He is a constant patron of all the worthwhile musical per- formances both in Allentown and elsewhere. The attention, thus placed, serves as a diversion from his work at the college. C. Spencer Allen, Professor of Physics and of Calculus, is represented in two departments — Science and Mathematics. He has attained an enviable reputation in the estimation of the students because of his very interesting courses in which he has invested unstinted efforts. Last year through his industry a radio course was organized; its practicability and thoroughness have placed it high in the ranks of the college courses. His activity and zeal extend beyond the classroom into col- legiate circles where they manifest themselves in the band and the faculty com- mittee. His excellent work in the development of the Muhlenberg Band needs no further comment. As a member of the faculty committee he comes in contact with the students as a mediator. Fred Baier, Instructor in Mathematics, is a new member of the faculty. As an able assistant to Professor Deck, he has won a place among the students because of his deep interest in their welfare; he is a “regular fellow.’’ One of his outstanding hobbies is dancing and he is frequently seen at the college functions. DECK BAIER ALLEN BAUMAN { 31 }