St Olaf College - Viking Yearbook (Northfield, MN)

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DR. FLATEN Due to the popularity of Spanish during the last few years, Dr. Nils Fla- ten is proving his lin- guistic abilities in this subiect. His formal and scholarly recitation is in- terspersed with humor and frequent glimpses into his kind heart. ' Tk-rm! if Q ffffaq 4: f'i'- I - , j fi MISS STIELGVV Besides imbuing the study of German gram- mar with vital interest, Miss Hildegarde Stielow makes the entire study of the German language and literature a fascinat- ing pursuit. Her friendly nature causes students to value every minute of her class period. lllllEUllEfE 'EP if N . 'E ff' H Q sft. g 5, X 4- , .,, , . it ' .f I MR. BOLLENBACHER Here is the type of pro- fessor students treasure. Singleness of purpose and a broad knowledge of his field are but two of the qualities which make Professor Paul E. Bollen- bacher a capable instruc- tor and a sincere friend. wk ' :TQ ' 5 t xl, Q H Q' Zia. A, - f .,-,-A, Vrrr 9 l, . A' f . -J' ' ' 'Nw Yu..- . I MR. ELLINGSON , His thoughtful method of teaching engenders in- terest and stimulates study on the part of the students. Professor George Ellingson, kind and sympathetic, brings to his students a sense of loyalty and friend- ship that goes deeper than class room relation- ship. P' 's lf THERE rs NO better channel for the study of human nature than through the study of foreign languages. As we translate and read the great literature of Eu- rope, we interpret not only the beauty and quaintness of its expression and the Sagas of our heritage and ideals, but we also discover the symbolic itnpressions and inward motives of mankind, the life-blood of nations. Our study of languages furnishes us with an in- sight into the great minds of all times. The classics we study today, centuries after their first publication, still serve as guide posts in our thought. No language ever dies. It lives in itself or is incorporated in another spoken tongue. One of the primary aims of the St. Olaf language department has been the vitalizing and humanizing of this Field. Fundamental classes are made interesting by drill work, modern texts, and class singing. MISS BLEGEN Miss Anne Blegen knows that the essentials in any language study are con- centrated in a mastery of the principles of gram- mar. Her earnest zeal coupled with her ability to explain make possible a greater comprehension of the real language.

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lllllll IEUNUMIEE ,gg AW, AGN MISS DROTNING MISS MEYER MISS KLEPPE Both inspiration and common sense judgment are gained through con- tact with Miss Anna Drotning. I-Ier interest in her students prevails not only While they are stu- dents, but also extends to their business life. For her many years of serv- ice, we express our ap- preciation. Although Miss Alwine Meyer was at a loss when it came to identi- fying Norwegian lefse, she does admirably in her classes. Her inform- al, interest-arousing lec- tures drawn from a large fund of experience, cou- pled with her practical suggestions make her labs enjoyable and pur- Miss Ellen Kleppe's spar- kling eyes are just one hint of her very viva- cious personality. She very capably fills her position in the home eco- nomics department and always has time for in- dividual attention. poseful. THE oLD Axioivr that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach, is the motto and watchword of our home economics department. In this field, the students acquire skills in food values, wise planning of menus, prep- aration of balanced diets, and methods of serving. The whole procedure is made interesting and functional by active participation on the part of the students. Supplementing textbook material, each girl has the oppor- tunity to prepare her menu in a welldequipped model laboratory. lllll IN HIS BOOK, The Arts, Dr. Van Loon defines Hgeniusi' as the perfection of technique plus something else. That something elseu is indehnable, but one can recognize it the moment one hears or sees it. Those of us who are familiar with Mr. Arnold Flaten's work in the field of artg especially in wood carving and stained glass, do not doubt that he possesses this initial quality ascribed to the genius. The carvings in the main studio of the radio building, in the little chapel of Agn-es Melby Hall, and in th-e library, as well as the stained glass medallions he creates for Christmas at St. Olaf and the Lenten Services show evidence of Mr. Flatenis per- fected technique. Any one of his art students will vouch that in his per- sonality is found that indelfinable something else. That something -else which makes his pupils share hopes and dreams of an enlarged studiog that permeates his lectures, and that humbleness which endears him to all who know him. is . , ga . .,,.. 7-T t ' ' ' -5 . . gi: ' I Q

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MR. NARVESON ,,Qx D. The manner in which i Professor Bert Narveson calmly unravels an intri- cate passage from Xene- phon or Caesar is sym- - bolic of the poise and --- acumen which one ac- . quires through the study of the classical languages. Life and these things go -. f Staff' . . -lux fn ' g ya 7 Q I Q ll 5 A K5 4 THE ADVANCED groups obtain a deeper conception of the language through its constant use in class recita- tion. In order to receive the maximum benefits from the cours-e, students are urged to participate in the functions of language clubs and continue their under- standing through outside reading. The p-eriod of reconstruction following this war will demonstrate the intricate value of foreign language study. Due to modern science and inventions, our world has gradually become more compact, until to- day, the interdependence of nations is an accepted axiom. We can never hope to attain a higher stand- ard of brotherhood with all nations until we have acquired the ability to understand their various lan- guages and to interpret their political doctrines. The study of language and the knowledge acquired from such study will be the mediator between the old and new worlds. MR. THOMPSON It is not easy to conduct a class made up of stu- dents who, before com- ing to St. Olaf, already championed a marked dialect: however Mr. lor- gen Thompson's genial Norwegian diolornacy has made possible rapid class advancement in grammar and Norwegian literature. hand in hand. A -if i , -Af, , I Q . 'l'f'4iii.iQ,fa ,pun 'Wh MISS GULBRANDSON Miss Esther Gulbrand- son's sphere of interest is centered in the teaching of Norwegian grammar and the great literature of Norway. She fosters in- terest in this language through her modern methods of group sing- ing and recitation. MISS HILLEBOE Perseverance and efficien- cy are two traits which make Miss Gertrude Hil- leboe a successful Latin teacher. Her knack of knowing what to explain and how to explain it makes her class a solid hour of enlightenment. DR. IORGENSON All of Norway speaks through Dr. Theodore Iorgenson. A deep voice and a profound mind coupled with a positive philosophy of life, leave a lasting impression on the minds and thoughts of all his students. 4 QD MISS TI-IYKESON Those who have studied Norwetian under Miss Anna Thykeson will nev- er forget the privilege of being a guest at one of her coffee hours. By her sincere sympathy her deep kindness and her Norwegian humor she has made herself a true friend of every student. 27 I