Suffolk University - Beacon Yearbook (Boston, MA)

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Mr. Edgar L. DeForest, Dr.. Theodore J. Little, Mr. George D. Kirwin. The department of Speech covers the theory and practise of informal and formal public address. One of the aims of this department is to provide training in the fundamentals of logical reasoning, the principles of argumentation and debate, and in parliamentary procedure. The basic principles underlying speech problems in their relationship to the individual students are studied as are the various techniques employed in persuasion and the principles of oral interpretation. The art of dramatics and play production and presentation are also covered and there are many oppor- tunities for practical work. 74

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Mr. Robert J. Munce, Dr. Loren W. Dow, Dr. Harold W. Copp. 2)fy? a rtm ent oj? So cioiogij The department of Sociology covers the origin and history of human society and social phenomena, the progress of civilization, and the laws controlling human inter- course. Studies are made of the basic realities of culture, typical historic community types, the family, and social and cultural anthropology. The fields of social work and criminology are explored. Also studied are population and race problems, social prob- lems in relation to educators, the interrelationship of individual and social disorganiza- tion, and problems of family and community life. Actual projects and group work activities are also undertaken. 23

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Seated: Mrs. Arthur Wauqaman. Standing: Mrs. Janet C. Russell, Dr. Edward G. Hartmann (Director of Libraries), Mr. Jed H. Taylor (Assistant Director of Libraries). The Library occupies the entire third floor of the University building and serves all departments of the University. The reading room has seating accommodations for more than three hundred readers, and is open to the faculty, students, members of the staff, and alumni. 25