Pittsburg State University - Kanza Yearbook (Pittsburg, KS)

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Page 15 qgvsm Just to look in on the K. S. T. C. business al: ' 'al office, one would not suspect the work and lj' , responsibility located there. Miss Belle Provorse is financial secre- tary and it is under her direction that the o 0 financial recordings of so large an institution p as this takes place. We marvel at her knowl- edge of the laws governing a state educational institution, of its sources of revenue and the fun' 5-l allocation of its fundsg at her familiarity with the intricacies of the multitude of recordings A required by the smallest to the largest re- ceipt and expenditure, and at her patience and devotion in seeing that all is done accurately and clearly. Miss Provorse came to K. S. T. C. in 1913 as a member of the Commerce deparment staff, and in 1916 joined the Administrative department. She knows personally many alumni of the College and is greatly pleased when they stop to see her, as many of them do. Students and faculty alike recognize Miss Provorse's outstanding efficiency and rely upon her for counsel and help. Those who work under her direction are pleased to know that she attributes much of the smoothness with which the College business office operates to what she terms the loyalty and un- tiring service of an efficient business office force. V Dr. Ernest Mahan came to the College in 1930 as a member of the Social Science staff. He became head of that department in 1939 and in 1945 assumed the duties of Dean of Instruction. You may find him from about 8:30 lf o'clock in the morning until after 5 o'clock in the afternoon in the inner office at 208, - Russ Hall, helping students plan a program Q to meet a desired goal, encouraging and N communicating inspiration, and conferring with faculty to make sure that curriculum f offerings of the College are among the fore- most in the education world. An outstanding combination of the commendable personal qualities and of broad knowledge in that science dealing with the principles and practice of teaching and learning has caused Dean Mahan to be pressed into a wider coverage of territory which frequently takes him as a visitor to other campuses for the exchange of ideas toward the improvement of the total effort of the College. A scholastic mind, a love of beauty in nature and literature, a kindly sense of humor, and honesty and fairness with people create a waiting line in his office most of the time. The students find him 'fa good man to know.

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minisffzafion . . . place of your organization? Want to report an absence, or would you just like to have ,f4l:l f problems? If so, come to Room 204, Russ a friendly chat regarding every-day school Hall, and ask to see Dr. Paul Murphy, Dean of Students. Dean Murphy came to the College in 1932 as a member of the psychology staff. He became head of that department in 1942, and in 1945 assumed his present position as dean. Perhaps his quiet energetic habits explain his ability to efficiently manage his administrative duties here at the College, to assist with Red Cross drives and other community activities, as well as participate in state and out-state projects. His willingness to help students with organizational problems has been one contributing factor toward his popularity among students. Dean Murphy's practice of devoting much time toward others is just one of the reasons why his office is a popular place with the students of the College. V This is very interesting work and stu- dents are wonderful to work with. There is never a single day alike, and every day is 4 'h JF N All JIS very enjoyable, says Dr. Helen Schuyler, Dean of Women. Dean Schuyler is an attractive woman with a pleasing voice. She came to Kansas State Teachers College from Northwestern University. She is presently active on the faculty, as well as carrying out her duties as Dean of Women. Dr. Schuyler has and will continue to be a friend to students. To those who know her well, she is affectionately called, Dr. Dean. She has shown her interest in school activities by helping many organiza- tions. She played an important role in planning this year's Homecoming and indicates a constant desire to help students and school alike. Page

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An outstanding teacher and accountant, J. U. Massey joined the Kansas State Teachers College commerce and business 6 administration department staff in 1929, and in 1942 was appointed College Registrar- the keeper of the student scholastic records. fl Q X 4 W n with his genial personality, seasoned with a contagious sense of humor, make Mr. Massey's knowledge and interest in academic rulings and standards, his genuine interest in the welfare of students, together him a friend of the student body. Despite the seemingly endless amount of work in the Registrar's office, Mr. Massey manages to assist with the general education, cultural and social activities of campus life. You'll always find him up frontl' at Campus Home- coming and lending full support to those good events that frequent the campus. The office staff feels it a privilege to serve in the atmosphere of friend- liness that prevails in the Registrarls office under the direction of Mr. Massey. V Professor E. E. Dawson is a small man with a big job. He serves as Dean of Men, Director of Religious Activities on the campus and Professor of Psychology. He is a member ff. N of Alpha Phi Omega, Psi Chi and Pi Kappa Delta. f N N ,f :'x I Always he greets College students with a smile and is always eager to aid in any U X way he can to help them work out any prob- 25 ' lems that might be bothering them. Regardless of how trivial or weighty the problem, he always extends a helping hand. Professor Dawson is a friend among the students. He has proved himself a benevolent person by his interest in others and the incentive he furnishes for the religious groups and projects on the campus. One of the many organizations he serves is the College Y. M. C. A. Yes sir, our hats off to Dean Dawson. Page 16