St Olaf College - Viking Yearbook (Northfield, MN)

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Ellfffll MR. NORDSTRAND A new member of the St. Olaf faculty, Mr. Norman W. Nordstrand has already won the ad- miration of his freshmen English classes by his original presentation and vitalizing of subiect ma- terial. This true son of Norway enioys discuss- ing student problems over his afternoon cup of coffee. 'N Ci.osELY ALLIED WITH literature and really an integral part of it, the speech department offers stud-ents the opportunity to communicate the thoughts, ideas, and principles acquired in the study of th-e classics. A man's thoughts are of slight value to him unless he is capable of expressing them to his fellow men. Our sp-eech de- partment end-eavors to teach those fundamental standards and rules which constitute delivering a speech. Not only are the methods of presentation stressed, but thought con- tent receives equal consideration. Speech offers unlimited opportunities in numerous fields. Besides the extra-curricular activities such as de- bate, oratory, and Hextempi' speaking, the students in fun- damentals classes have the occasion to prepare and deliver various types of speeches. Student self-improvement is facilitated by the use of voice recordings. This modern method points out any defects in tempo, pitch, or enuncia- tion which destroy the effectiveness of a speech. A foremost objective of the department this year has been to help those students who employ defective speech habits. Miss Dahl has been meeting these people regularly for private corrective lessons. She has been ably assisted by speech majors who supervise the drill work and there- by have the chance to put into practice text book material. MRS. KELSEY A genuine first lady of the drama, Mrs. Eliza- beth Walsingham Kelsey is one of the most re- sourceful persons on the campus. Besides a full time schedule of dramat- ics, this capable lady has taken over additional my speech classes. Mrs. Kel- sey's enthusiasm and grand sense of humor have carried her through another year of outstand- ing productions. 23 DR. HONG Dr. Howard Hong is one of the most intellectual young professors on the St. Olaf faculty. Besides teaching English, Dr. Hong conducts several classes in philosophy. Students delight in at- tending his lectures which are characterized by his subtle humor and ready wit. MISS DAHL Miss Mordella Dahl, at- tractive young instructor of speech, is well liked because of the clear con- cise way in which she presents the fundamen- tals of this subiect. She serves as the forensic coach, takes charge of oratory, extemporaneous speaking, and instructs classes in defective speech. MISS IERDEE Miss Evelyn Ierdee, bet- ter known to most of us as the assistant Dean of Women, also teaches classes in freshman Eng- lish. As resident head of Mohn Hall, she is the business-like person from Whom the girls obtain excuses for an absence or an out-of-town permit. Despite her numerous duties, she is never too busy to offer assistance.

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1 . Wi! its t 'vt U - 5 ' R ' qw.: i f 2 5 ai I 10'sQsr '1 'Us i Bw if , 'vlnngni R ,ff P ,sr fe' C fllEllSll IDR. SPOHN Attired in an English, grey tweed suit, short blue cape, and a bat- tered felt hat, Dr. George Weida Spohn is one of the most well- knmvn figures on the Hill. He not only has a personal interest in his students, but is especially eager that they attain high scholastic levels. DR. MEYER Dr. Marie Malmin Meyer is gen- erally considered by her students as one of the most brilliant and fascinating of lecturers. Having re- cently completed a new home, her hospitality serves as a warm Wel- come to all students. MISS SOLUM Culture and refinement are indeed typified in Miss Nora Solum, who eficiently instructs students in mod- ern literature. Her gracious smile prompts many students to seek her advice and friendship. Dr. Arthur Paulson is noted for his good sportsmanship, droll sense of humor, and understanding. He enioys nothing more than to till the soil of his ten acre garden plot and can well be considered an au- thority in the Finer art of spade husbandry. DR. PAULSON THE DEVELOPMENT of creative thinking and further stimulation of interests in the field of literature is one of the fun- damental aims of our English depart- ment. Our professors have been gener- ous in devoting their time to all stu- dents showing interest in achieving such goals. As a further aid the writing clinic was established this year to give an opportunity to those desiring instruc- tion in writing skill and composition. We are rapidly becoming aware of the boundless new vistas which litera- ture unfolds before our eyes. Not only does this study offer entertainment to its advocates, but it reveals the thought and emotions of men both great and small down through the ages. It is going to be up to us, the younger gener- ation, to rebuild this World after peace has been declared. The understanding of various nationalistic viewpoints is going to be a primary requisite in avoiding the mistakes of the past. Stud- ying literature, we can become ac- quainted with the great thinkers of the world and through the understanding of their Way of life, We will be able to acquire the wisdom of tolerance. Our English department has done an admirable job in humanizing the clas- sics and making literature live for us.

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ffm, 3, DR. ELLINGSON By expecting Chemistry students to do their best work always, Dr. E. O. El- lingson has helped to establish St. Olaf's chemistry department as one of the best. His lectures help to make chemistry a real and living thing to each student. His interest in his stu- dents makes him a sought-after pro- fessor. s ali, da T EllflllEllll SINCE 1900 WHEN the sciences became a part of the St. Olaf College cur- riculum the chemistry department has exacted its share of the Ole student's time and effort. lt was in 1926, when the Administration Building was completed, that the department became really adequately equipped. In the modern liberal arts college the science department plays an important part. It is here in the laboratories that students ar-e taught the important skill of transferring the material they obtain in textbooks into practical applications, a skill important to them in adjusting themselves in new and oft-en difficult situations. We can readily see also the part science is playing in the present situation. It has be-en said that this is a war of ideas, it is also a war that must be fought with scientific methods. But it is not with the idea of making b-etter fighters that our scientists are being trained, it is so that in the days to come, science may make new advances, thus opening new vistas for the generations to come. DR. GLASOE Many and marvelous are the epigrams and anecdotes of Dr. P. M. Glasoe, professor of chemistry. His classes are not only classes in chemistry, but are interspersed with practical suggestions for Christian and American living. His students remember him as a brilliant and very understanding professor. WW 1, MR. BERNTSEN It was not many years ago that Mr. 5 . R. A. Berntsen was merely a student M of chemistry, so he fully understands l f' the problems of his students. He has , an uncanny ability of being on hand instantly when the thing iust won't 'iz ' - come out right. His true interest in 5 chemistry and in his students makes him invaluable. -' MR. TOLLEFSRUD New at St. Olaf this year Mr. Mervin Tollefsrud has the job of trying to manage the Frosh labs. This is one of the most difficult tasks of the depart- ment, but he has no trouble in keep- ing the building safe from the some- times treacherous experiments of am- bitious Frosh.