SUNY at Cobleskill - Voice Yearbook (Cobleskill, NY)

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7 Mr. Montaync anti Mr. Wliitcbread supervising a horticulture group.

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Morticulture Department Anion the departments on “The Mill ' one has shown a feeling of-unity among its members, a unity of lasting quality, devotion and friendship. At Ojxm House, 1963, these feelings became visible to the college personnel, the students, and the public. Indeed these feelings were essential for the creation of such a fine exhibit. It begins each year when students of the department register and begin to find out just how, where, and why everything functions as it docs. Their home on campus becomes the floral arts lab where they meet before classes, during classes, and after classes to work with others to create beauty. It was during such meetings that the plans for the exotic display were formulated and worked out. 'Hie display consisted of a carefully constructed bridge area, a mountain, and a Polynesian atmosphere prepared with natural resources donated by state areas and collected by the students. To lop off the atmosphere, a hut and Polynesian girls made one believe that he was actually on the island. Hawaiian leis were imported and the girls of the department made their own colorful costumes. Corsages, made by the students, and orchids were sold during the tours of the exhibit. How can such perfection come about? Work! Class lab periods, free periods, and evenings were used advantageously. This work plus their feeling of unity makes this department so outstanding. The students are able to enjoy their companionship with the fun and the excitement which goes along with gathering material, making papier-mache backgrounds, and packing mud in the rain. It is because of this feeling of unity and hard work among the members of the department that the Voice takes great pleasure in honoring the Horticulture Department. 6

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Zke Cibrary Since the time of ancient Alexandria, a fine library has been one of the most treasured possessions of a man or civilization. It is a symbol of cultural achievement, not only wealth but also discernment being necessary for the creation of a library. Here arc stored the ideas and experiences of the past. Here one may find the raw materials with which the dreams of the future may he brought to reality. Four things arc needed, as follows, if a library is to fulfill its function: First, a generous and appropriate collection of books and other publications; Second, a place where they may be kept safely and consulted easily; Third, personnel who understand how to organize this collection for effective use, and who arc interested in helping people find what they need; and Fourth, readers who want to use books, and who have intelligence enough to know what they want, and persistence enough to find it. Obviously, the library at Coblcskill will never be one of the great collections of the world—such an aim would be unrealistic and inappropriate. But, we believe that wc have a good selection of materials for this Institute, that the library provides what is needed by students and faculty members, and that there is something left over for enrichment and delight, as well as for use. We have always aimed at cheerful informality' in the physical quarters of the library. With the occupation of the new building, ample space will again be available to make study more pleasant. The library staff has increased rapidly in recent years, and wc have been fortunate that every' new librarian and stenographic worker has not only been extremely capable, but has also been interested in her work of relating books and readers. Finally, we in the library feel fortunate in the attitude of the college family toward the library. Nearly every student seems eager to master the techniques needed for efficient use of books; more than that, KATHRYN E. PARKE Librarian A. B., Smith College B. S., L.S., State University of Albany M.S., L.S., University of Illinois 8