Northwestern Oklahoma State University - Ranger Yearbook (Alva, OK)

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Business Education The many job opportunities for both men and women in the field of business have increased interest and enrollment in that department. The greater variety of work has re- sulted also in expanded curricula and facilities. Students pursue one- or two-year programs or work toward a degree in a four-year plan. Graduates have gone into a wide range of jobs and have advanced rapidly, largely on the basis of the solid foundation provided in the business education department. Carol Canaan pauses during a laboratory session in an office machines class. DR. WILMA A. ERNST DR. M. W. HIGGINS MISS ZELDA E. Professor of Associate Professor THOMAS Business Education of Business Education Assistant Professor of Business Education Joyce May and Bill Savely are among students who have learned the operation of data processing equip- ment installed two years ago in the department. The Joud clatter originating periodically on the second floor of Jesse Dunn Building means a typewriting class is taking a speed test. i 29

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set At work on a set of cathedral glass mosaics at A floral centerpiece gets the attention of Brenda BESS M. CHAPPELL Christmas in an art class project are Susan Maxey, Spicer, Linda Ybarra, Cynthia Shorter, Cladeane Associate Professor Mike Hamilton, Al Koschitzki, Deena Arfanis, and Thompson, Nadine Haskins, Connie Huffman, and of Art Dick Robinson. Cheryl Hamilton in an art laboratory. Ben Broadfoot sketches a raccoon specimen he used as a subject in a modeling class. Art Since I was old enough to tell red from yellow, I have been fascinated by unusual colors, designs, patterns, and forms. Be- coming an art major was a natural thing. Art gives one a feel- ing of accomplishment. He is able to see and feel the results of what he has done in the truest sense of the word. Because I enjoy this so much, I wish to pass it on by being a high school art teacher, and I believe that Northwestern is a good pl ace to reach that goal. The art department is well equipped with three large studios and two fine kilns and has instructors skilled in their fields. —CAROL SLOCUM was Using a tape recorder in a Spanish,class are Kathy Pierce, Mary Ables, Phyllis McCarty, Becky Truitt, Vowel sounds are discussed by Dr. Daniel Acosta DR. DANIEL F. ACOSTA Barbara Hiett, Nancy Prigmore, Joe LaPilusa, and in a French class. Students are Irene DuBois, Instructor of Phil Albanese. Carolyn Hatcher, Gary Walters, Mary Frances Sing- Modern Language ley, Liz Rowland (standing), Harold Laubach, and Pat Rikli Foreign Language Through the ages, man has been held back by a language barrier in his efforts to exchange ideas. With the passing of time, man’s compatibility has become increasingly dependent upon a system of communication, through which a better under- standing of the needs of one’s fellowmen may be accomplished. The objective in studying a foreign language need not be restricted to the purpose mentioned above, or just for those planning to teach. There are job opportunities in scientific re- 28 search and overseas positions with American business firms or with the federal government. Above all, the command of a second language increases the mastery of English; and learning one foreign language will help in the learning of another. The foreign language department has available for student use tape recordings, records, and tape recorders. Through the use of these, students may acquire an excellent knowledge of Spanish or French, or both. GARY WALTERS

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: . Be DR. MARIE ARTHURS Professor of English Man’s existence is characterized by a con- stant yearning to better himself. This is ac- complished primarily by communication and contemplation, two processes which are firmly rooted in the field of language arts. Being capable of expressing oneself clearly and concisely and of comprehending the ideas and feelings expressed by others are major criteria for living successfully in the modern era, regardless of a person’s occupation or position. Nations, as well as individuals, must completely understand one another in order to live harmoniously. Meditation is an out- growth of reviewing, through the media of literature, the examples of individual and na- tional thinking throughout history. The uni- versality of man’s thoughts and emotions, re- gardless of when they are expressed, serve as a key to understanding self and society. The English department at Northwestern offers a varied program ranging from basic language skills to specialized literary studies designed to prepare each student for his life’s work, —DUANE ZEMAN =) Enelish An oral examination is about to begin for John Snook as he completes qualifications for the master of teaching degree with a major in English. Shown are Dr. Marie Arthurs, Snook, Dean Andy E, Clark, and Miss Bennie Henry. MISS BENNIE HENRY MRS. MARY HELEN Associate Professor of WILSON English Instructor of English IN ‘| 4 chee A conference on next semester’s schedule is held by Mrs. Mary Helen Wilson and Vernette Chante, a student majoring in English.