Muhlenberg College - Ciarla Yearbook (Allentown, PA)

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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 }

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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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History and Social Science Department BOWMAN SWAIN JACKSON Dr. Mueller, Professor of History, is on leave of absence this year, but all who like history are eagerly awaiting his return, for they know that he is one of the most efficient teachers in the college. At present he is residing in our national capital, where he is engaging in extensive research work of the American Revolutionary period. Dr. Mueller is well liked because he has the reputation, which he continually upholds, of being one of the “squarest” men we have at Muhlenberg. Another of the older men is Dr. Bowman, Professor of Sociology, Economics and Business Administration. “Chub” is well liked for his personality and the wide range of experience with which he illustrates his subjects. Under his guidance the Ph. B. men gain the elementary knowledge of Economics and Business, and the Social Science men learn more in their own field. He is reputed to have a “heavy line, but he puts his material across in such a way that it will stick and be of benefit to all. Professor Swain, who is in charge of the History Department this year, is a versatile man. Although this is only his second year at our institution, he has gained the reputation of being a good assistant and follower of Dr. Mueller. The History Department, which is annually expanding, owes much to this new disciple of Cleo, his Muse. His interest in the newly formed History Club has been to the advantage of that group and he is invited to many of the social functions of our campus. Mr. Jackson, Instructor of History, is another of the new men on the faculty. Coming to us from Penn, Mr. Jackson made a tremendous hit with the boys because of his pleasing personality. He is much in demand as a chaperon for the various dances and as a faculty representative for the stag affairs. It is rumored that his hobby is bridge. In classes, Mr. Jackson amply and adequately upholds the repu- tation of the history department, which is one of the best in school.