Springfield College - Massasoit Yearbook (Springfield, MA)

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DR. T HORNTON W. MERRIAM Deon of the College I-:Fr Q AL .W DR. JOHN L. STEELE Associate Deon of the College J I 1 11114 .-ug -O1 Ol

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Q . i ia c. t ' 1, ,. . W is , .Y at QQ 1 Many men have left their traces on the pages of Springfield history. Few of these men have left such indelible shadows as those who have guided the destiny of Springfield during the difficult post-war years. We are indebted to our President, Dr. Paul M. Limbert, for his tireless efforts and unfailing vision during the reconversion period which followed the war. His inspiration continues to be a source of strength for allconnected with the college. The Memorial Field House stands as a lasting tribute to the Herculean efforts of our Vice Presi- dent, Francis C. Oakley. It was he who guided us through an endless maze of public laws, war surplus boards, and a financial campaign to the acquisition of our much needed field house. To our Dean, Dr. Thornton W. Merriam, and his associate, Dr. John L. Steele, we extend our thanks for enlightened leadership during a difficult period, a period of student adiustment, housing shortages, delayed subsistence checks, and changing core curriculums. DR. PAUL M. LIMBERT President FRANCIS C. OAKLEY Vice-President

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ADMINISTRATICDN There is much more to college than meets most students' eyes. As it is true of other phases of life, so too at Springfield there are those who work behind the scenes to oil the wheels of progress. They are the admininstrative staff, trained and competent, employed by the school to furnish vital services for its students. From the modern, efficient central stenographic pool to the Registrars' Office, library, bookstore, and back to the infirmary, cafe- teria, and Financial Office, to name just a few offices, the particular needs of students are anticipated and met. Of deep personal interest to all students, especially seniors and graduates, is the service extended by the college through the Place- ment Office. Needs in the fields are translated into iobs for Spring- fild men. Under the direct supervision of Mr. Francis C. Oakley, Vice President, and Mr. Gordon B. MacRae, Business Manager and Assistant Treasurer, the Administrative Staff has assumed duties and respon- sibilities not less important to the student than much of the obvious life of a college goer. Grateful are we to this often unpublicized but often overworked staff which so earnestly strives that we, as students, might have a happier and freer college life. I2