North Dakota State College of Science - Agawasie Yearbook (Wahpeton, ND)

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A Message from Our President E. F. Riley More improvements have been made on the campus of the State School of Science during this year than in any year in the history of the school. The contract for a new Womens Dormitory to house 65 girls was let and the construction of the building started. A desirable place for girls to live has been looked forward to for many years. At last we can see a dream fulfilled. The new Heating Plant was completed and put into use February 1. This building has ample capacity for any future buildings on the campus. It is probably the most modern and efficient heating plant in the state of North Dakota: it is a beautiful structure. The old Heating Plant, long an eye sore in the center of the campus, will be completely demolished. This will change the appearance of the campus more than anything that has been done in recent years. The old Gymnasium has been put into temporary use as a health center and auditorium and for other school activities. When this remodeling is completed it will be both beautiful and useful. The “oval will change its shape during the coming summer; so that the old land mark will no longer look the same. The new Field House has been in use for many important functions in addition to athletics activities. All in all this has been a very successful year The student body has increased and prospects for the future arc good. 12

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Left to right, front row: A. S. Marsha!!. Forbes; Fred J. Traynor. Devils Lake: Dr. A. D. McCannel, Minot: Merle Kidder. Towner. Hack rate: Frank '. Whitney. Dickinson; I.. ). Frederickson. I'ekin; .•I. F. .-Imason. Commissioner: Hoy Johnson, ( assetton. Mrs. Vernon Johnson. Waltpeton; and D. M'. West bee, (Irand Forks; arc new members of the board, taking the place of Mr. Frederickson and Mr. Traynor. If we seek to fulfill the dreams of a new Girls' Dormitory, the remodeling of the Old Gym. or any other expensive campus-improving projects, we need the “yes signature” of these men which is the main street go-ahead. Since one day in June, 1938. when a constitutional amendment brought the State Board of Higher Education into being, the affirmative nod of this body has been a determinate in our, as well as every state college's destiny. 1953’s group of supreme educators is a composite of many different professions and state corners. These friendly, professional men make frequent trips of inspection, as, led by Commissioner A. F. Arnason. they become acquainted with their subjects. These seven advocates of equality, improvement, and collegiate advancement wear their crown of authority well. 11

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Thirty-seven Years of Service Karl F. Riley came to Science in 1916 after graduating with an engineering degree from Michigan State College. He worked as a civil engineer and taught math and science in Montana before coming here. Professor Riley became head of the Engineering Department after C. D. Clipfell and remained in that position, with the exception of one year, until 1921. During that year he directed the operation of a gravel company. Always interested in construction, the quality of buildings constructed gives evidence to his interest. The successful operation of the North Dakota plan still makes our system a model for agricultural states everywhere. The newer buildings which are mentioned elsewhere in this publication, were built during Mr. Riley’s administration and the new Girl’s Dormitory will be completed before the end of his service. During his years as president, the Junior College and Business Schools prospered and expanded. The Trades School is known nationally as one of the best of its kind. With his resignation in 1954, President Riley will have served 33 years as president and a total of 37 years at Science, serving longer in this capacity than any other college president in the state of North Dakota. During his presidency there have been constant improvements both in educational and construction factors of the school of the school and increased enrollment.