Park University - Narva Yearbook (Parkville, MO)

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DEAN OF MEN DEAN OF WOMEN X 4 Mm-; A JSI DEAN CANNOM DEAN HARRISON IN ANY Dean of Men’s apologia pro vita sua, Iiowever brief, worldly personalities and compromising situations vie for a place with boldly idealistic dreams of some pbil osopber s beloved community, where everyone does the right simply because of his love for it. Probably the most conspicuous feature of this year s struggle to actualize the ideal has been the founding of the Dean of Men s Advisory Council, abbreviated the D. M. A. C. 1 his group has consistently reflected the point of view of the men students on social and dormitory affairs, and has aided in the develop¬ ment of policies that eventually must result in conditions that will make for truly fine living. Much remains to be done, but if this year has seen the administration come a little closer to the student body, and the integrity of every man s personality sustained and enriched in terms of a free and creative environment, then it has to that degree been successful. THE OFFICE of the Dean of Women is concerned wi th the general welfare and happi¬ ness of the women on the campus and the development of a wholesome social life for the entire student body. Specifically the Dean of w omen acts as chairman o f the group of housemothers who are directly responsible for the welfare of Park College women, and who make a most important contribution to the happy relationships which exist in our college. It is the responsibility of this office to advise and encourage the social committee of the Student Council in arranging social affairs. The Dean of Women is also advisor of the W. S. G. A. in its efforts to establish and maintain standards of gracious living on our campus. 24

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DAVID MACK KNIGHT The Treasurer Remember your freshman registration day when you were not just sure of what to expect or what was expected of you? You were told to go to the Treasurer s Office and make the necessary arrangements for enrollment. Proba bly you were told to see Mr. Knight. With fear and trembling you approached a very pleasant-Iooking person and, after the first moment or two, lost all your qualms, and settled down to a very friendly chat. By the end of your conversation, you had more than likely decided that here was a man who was always willing to give helpful advice, sympathy, caution, and ready bits of humor. Mr. Knight came to Park in December, 1916. Besides being Business Manager of the college, he is also Secretary of the Board of Trustees of Park College which is a job in itself. Despite the fact that Mr. Knight has many duties which take him off the campus, he is never too busy to con¬ sider matters of interest to students. Dr. F. W. Hawley, president-emeritus of Park College, came to this institution from Henry Kendall College, Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1915. Through his efforts many students have been able to receive a college education. He was responsi¬ ble for numerous additions to the campus, among which are the Graham T yler Memorial Chapel and the new gymnasium. After twenty-one years of devoted service he resigned his position as presi¬ dent of Park College and was replaced by Dr. W. L. Young. In 1935, the Presbyterian Board of Christian Education awarded Dr. Hawley the Distinguished Service Medal for his outstanding work in the development of church schools. President Emeritus DR. F. W. HAWLEY 28

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T HE Women’s Student Government As¬ sociation is in its second year at Park Col¬ lege. As stated in its constitution, this organization is based on a two-fold philos¬ ophy. First, that life adjustments come with greater ease to the girl who has defin¬ ite standards of living which seem worthy of her loyalty; and second, that living yields most benefit and enjoyment to the girl who fai th fully bears responsibility to herself and ' others. We are confident that the Council and Miss Harrison, the sponsor, with the co¬ operation of the charter members of the W. S. G. A. of Park College, have made noteworthy progress toward establishing the objectives and standards of loyalty of the women on this campus. THE Freshman Council, sponsored by Dean Harrison and Dean Cannom, has been organized for the purpose of guiding and fostering extra-curricular activities for the class. Jack Everett, Thomas Hunter, Parker McNeil, Jonnye Ritter, Faye Evans, Tate Lane, Dorothy Mathis, Bob Strange, and Jean Taylor, members of the council, represent the various freshman dormitories. FUNCTIONING for the first time on the campus this year is the newly organized Dean of Men’s Advisory Council, better known as the D. M. A. C. The purpose of the D. M. A. C. is to provide a link between the Dean of Men and the men students and to serve as a means for solv¬ ing problems in a manner both democratic and satisfactory. Members of this council are President of the Student Body, President of the Y. M. C. A., Presidents of men’s dormitories, and a representative of the town men. Instead of fear or suspicion, trust and friendliness are the key to the relations between the Dean of Men and the men of Park College. W.S.G.A. COUNCIL D. M. A. C. FRESHMAN COUNCIL