Southwestern College - Moundbuilder Yearbook (Winfield, KS)

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Yalllh R4 RJ YW Builders of Artistry No less distinguished than the College of Liberal Arts, the School of Fine Arts is one of the oldest and most respected schools of music in Kansas. It has been a member in good standing of the National Association of Schools of Music for longer than the few scattered units in colleges and universities elsewhere in the state. From its major stronghold high in North Hall, a tradition of fine music, stressing artistry and accomplishment in every phase of a sensitive art, is carried on. ln solo, small ensemble and symphonic proportion, the stu- dents follow the program patterned by the dean of Fine Arts, Luther O. Leavengood. Dean of School of Fine Arts Mr. Leavengood, an accomplished violin- ist and an authority 011 Mozartian interpre- tation, is also a vigorous administrator. Work- ing in his own way, displaying a businesslike air and a flair for publicity, Dean Leaven- good, through his conscientious efforts to establish his school as a leader in its field, has focused attention on the School of Fine Arts. The five years of his directorship have seen many changes. Annually, as a committee member of the Winfield Civic Music Associa- tion, Dean Leavengood has succeeded in bringing fine artists to our campus. r V r ...J-rf. . .' ff 4' 1 f... A master in his Held, DEAN LUTHER O. LEAVEN- GOOD conducts his department through increasingly successful years. Cementing a new tradition, the second annual operetta was presented by Fine Arts in February. This year's production, Gilbert and Sullivanis Princess Ida, was warmly received by two enthusiastic audiences. Honors work, under the direction of Ralph Briggs, was successfully continued in composition for a second year. The three major performing groups spon- sored by the school band, symphony or- chestra, and A Cappella choir-all completed a successful year, performing in cities through- out Kansas and neighboring states. Demonstrating that rare combination of successful business man and artistic musician, HOBART BARBOUR teaches violoncello at S. C., meanwhile conducting business interests in the city of Winfield. Essentially an artist, although interested in athletics and litera- ture, RALP1-1 BRIGGS stresses the importance of com- bining technical mastery with sensitive interpretation of the piano to achieve professional standards. l r1c-111131494 YW -ffmffrr'-1f3f..L3J-AZ. .'f f'r. 0rfaffPZ'i!t11i.1tfLvf.f'filwtileafef...-a.is-Q...it-Lfafsf ' s -H--'fm -'-- - A ----H I 'tn rf 'L . 'X ' -'

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Hur 1 P Sincere and earnest in everything he undertakes, BILL MONYPENY applies the psychology he teaches in classes to the basketball teams he coaches on the floor - DICK NOLAN made the headlines with an unusually successful football season last fall. He has forsaken hairlines for head- lines, and vows to break into print next time the football opens the Southwestern grid season. Struggling against ill-health, LAWRENCE ONCLEY re- turned to his familiar post in chemistry this year, to direct the destinies of Southwestern students along the same path he has guided many a noted scientist in the world today - Thorough in every respect, DEAN W. B. PLUM believes it is his duty as Dean of Men to know each student personally. He inspires confidence through his understanding and sympa- thetic attitude. Crowded with responsibility and occupied with the many details of his office as Registrar, W. J. POUNDSTONE never fails to have a smile and a personal greeting for all - Mas. O. B. SCOTT,S experience in the business world ably serves her in the capacity of typing instructor at Southwestern. Not the least of her accomplishments is a creditable game of tennis and a vast political knowledge garnered from her association in Washington, D. C. CLARE SEAY has made a host of friends on this campus in the two years he has been here by virtue of his sports- manlike attitude, and his interests outside the athletic field - E. J. SPOMER, in his iirst year at Southwestern College, has revealed an honest determination to please and an in- tense interest in athletics as well as business administration. C. I. VINSONHALER, Southwestern's UMR. CH1Ps,', has carved a niche in Richardson Hall where all do him honor for his humor, sagacity and scholarly interest - CHALCEA WHITE, as dean of women, has combined modern efficiency and methods with a classic background, emerging as a sym- pathetic educator, with an understanding of student problems. 23-Faculty , ,my V M WZ, ,fry ,, , M ,.,.. AV , , , 7 Z! , X w . Ag I If M., W fi ,K . A fy. X. f V , f,2:ClQj, W , 1, 2 ' I W , f 5 ,W I li., if A - A ,gm

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if i ml Maintaining a high standard of performance for his beloved band, C. O. BROVVN has endeared himself to South- western through two decades of faithful and unselfish service . LEVI O. DEES provides an opportunity for all who merit the experience, to occupy responsible positions and share solo honors in his administration of the A Cappella choir, which organization he has brought to new perfection in his second year on our campus. EDITH and FERN DIELMANN share enthusiasm for pho- tography and travel. The former's accomplishments as director of Leneans and her work with private expression pupils balances the achievements of her sister in the inspira- tion and background she offers her students in piano. IDA CLAWSON HUNT,S experience in the public school music field, as well as her rich vocal background, enable her to teach both subjects authoritatively. Her impartial kind- ness and sincere interest have made lasting friends of her in- numerable students - Dedicated to the process of build- ing an institution, Dean LUTHER O. LEAVENGOOD is accom- plishing his purpose in his position at S. C. Bringing an administrative capacity plus a recognized musical ability, he has injected a new spirit of progress into the School of Fine Arts. An outstanding organist and a recognized theorist, MRS. COBA CONN BEDIC gives unreservedly of her time and advice, proving a superior professor and interested friend to her stu- dents - Petite and charming, GRACE SELLERS provides background in music appreciation enthusiastically, keeping abreast of current activity while delving into history for unusual data regarding music and musicians. Alternately serious and whimsical, lViERLE STEINBERG attracts piano students, not only by her artistry, but also through her sincere and honest interest - Unusually talented as artist, performer and composer, WESLEY Wooo- SON unobtrusively fills his position as violin assistant, a friend and scholar respected by all who know him. 25-Fcwuliy v affix' .Q 2