Pasadena Junior College - Campus Yearbook (Pasadena, CA)

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■ James P. O ' Mara makes the office of Dean of Men a most valuable part of the Pasadena Junior College. Although his work is primarily with the men students, he is a sympathetic participant in many activities. As a promoter of enthusiastic school spirit, he firmly upholds all traditions of the school by supporting and attending rallies and ath- letic contests. Mr. O ' Mara co-operates with the students in carrying out, in his office or on the field, the rules set down by the school govern- ment. It may well be said that Pat has the wel- fare of every fellow at heart and is prepared to serve any student or organization at all times. C a m p e § JAMhS PAI RICK O ' MARA Dean of Men MISS CATHERINE J. ROBBINS Dean of Women ■ Although officially the Dean of Women, Miss Catherine J. Robbins is the pal of new students and big sister adviser of all women students. Since she acts as social secretary to clubs, her office also serves as the clearinghouse for their social service work. Because of Miss Robbins ' friendly personality, students are drawn to her office that they may find an answer to questions centering about collegiate problems. The Dean of Women at Pasadena Junior College is the con- trolling force in the whirl of social activities.

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ep©iraet©inid©ett JOHN AMHERST SEXSON ■ In the struggle for the retention of Pasadena educational standards of public education, the dominant figure is John A. Sexson. He has spent much time showing the folly of reduction of school funds at the expense of student training. His social and professional contacts create a strong bond of understanding between school and com- munity. ■ Maintaining that democracy is the challenge before the junior college, Mr. Sexson believes that it must be sustained by the active service of a generation trained to perform the tech- nique essential for its success. GEORGE H. MERIDETH ■ As long as we consider the needs and deserv- ings of others we serve, and as long as we serve we are indispensable. With this thought as his ideal, Assistant Superintendent George H. Meri- deth has proved himself a vital factor in the Pasa- dena school system. ■ While his duties pertain primarily to the detailed work of administration of the city ' s educational units, he is in direct touch and in hearty sympathy with junior collegians. It is his wish that our college, in an ever-increasing degree, reflect the true spirit of service to all who come in contact with its influence. vl u n e 5 N i m ( HI HI n d I Thjrty-T ; t e e e ■ e d h r e e

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MISS IDA E. HA WES Dean of Guidance ■ In an effort to encourage students to do the type of work of which they are capable, Miss Ida E. Hawes, Dean of Guidance, keeps in circulation the latest ideas in vocational information. Being in charge of the educational program of the school, she directs everything from the preparation of ma- terial for blue-prints, programs and booklets, to the supervision of the counseling of students. As- sisting her in program work are Dorothy Dixon, Archie M. Turrell, Gladys Buchholz, Cecil Stew- art, Florence Brubaker, and Henry Weitzell. The big opportunity of these counselors is the privilege of making the educational road a little smoother for four thousand young men and women. ■ Extending a hospitable hand to prospective Pasa- dena Junior College students, Mr. John A. Ander- son, Dean of Records, with his office staff directs the registration of new men and women in the school. The dean ' s corp of workers is responsible for informing prospective victims of impending scholastic examinations and tests such as subject ' A and Thorndike. Counting noses in each semester ' s enrollment, doling out supplies, and aid- ing bewildered students in the interpretation of the college catalogue, are included in the scope of his duties. In addition. Dean Anderson cares for school records, compiles statistical reports, and keeps a very fatherly eye on erratic attendance. JOHN ALVIN ANDERSON Dean of Records Juee, Niineteeim H u m d r e d Tlhirty=Tlhree