Rochester Institute of Technology - Techmila / Ramikin Yearbook (Rochester, NY)

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President Dr. Mark Ellingson came to R1T in 1926 as an instructor in economics. In 1928. he served as secretary of the curriculum revision program, and from 1931-36, he served as its chairman. He held the position of Supervisor of Photographic Technology from 1930-36. Then, in August 1936, he was 27 appointed Acting President of the Institute, and in October of the same year he was announced as the new President. Dr, Ellingson holds numerous degrees. He earned the Associate in Education Degree from Idaho State College in 1924. an A.B, Degree from Gooding College (Idaho) in 1926, and in 1930 he received his M.A. Degree from the University of Rochester. After obtaining his Ph.D. at Ohio State University in 1936. he was awarded an L.L.D. Degree from the University of Rochester 1951. Dr. Ellingson belongs to many professional and civic organizations. He is a member of the National Education Association. American Educational Research Association. National Society for Study of Education. Academic Council, Rochester Rotary Club and the Genesee Valley Club, to mention only a few. He has authored numerous articles and reports in the educational field.

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President's Message Your years at the Institute have been a prepa- ration for life, The courses you have studied will be the foundation upon which you may build a full and satisfying future. I say ' may build” because college curricula, degrees or diplomas are no magic formula for success. You are the molder of your own destinies and the architect of your own future. College can be a help, but only a help. The heights you attain will be determined by your enthusiasm and eagerness to continue to learn and to apply in your daily lives the standards of excellence you have met here. College is more than a preparation for life. It is life itself. Within these pages the experi- ences of your own collegiate life is recorded. While you have grown, the Institute has grown as well. The Class of 1963 is twice blessed. Its men and women are an integral part of today’s RIT and, as alumni, will be an active participant in the excitement and challenge of building the Institute’s tomorrow. The faculty and staff join with me in extending congratulations and best wishes as you embark on the greatest adventure of your life, the building of a future.

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Administration ROBERT F. BELKNAP Director of Student Aid Serving his second year as the Director of Student Aid is Robert Belknap. Mr. Belknap is responsible for administering all student scholarships and loans. Before taking over this position, Mr, Belknap had served the Institute as its Director of Student Activi- ties, He first came to RIT in 1946 as an instructor. Mr. Belknap received his Bachelor of Science Degree and his Master of Education Degree from the University of Rochester in 1933 and 1941. respectively. FRANK P. BENZ Vice President of Business and Finance Frank P. Benz became first Vice President of Business and Finance with the establishment of the office. He had previously served the Institute as its Comptroller. Mr, Benz is a graduate of Baldwin-Wallace College, Miami University (Ohio) and the University of Ken- tucky. He has received his B.A. and M B.A. Degrees from these schools. He came to RIT in August of 1955 as an internal auditor. He is a member of the Rochester Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Nalional Association of Educational Buyers. HAROLD J. BRENNAN Dean, College of Fine and Applied Arts Director, School for American Craftsmen Serving RIT in this dual capacity is Harold J, Brennan, He is a graduate of the Carnegie Institute of Tech- nology, where he earned both his Bachelor of Arts Degree (1932) and his Master of Arts Degree (1940). Professor Brennan arrived at the Institute in 1950. He is a member of the Committee on Art Education of the Museum of Modern Art, National Art Education Asso- ciation and Midwest Society of Designer Craftsmen.