Taylor University - Ilium / Gem Yearbook (Upland, IN)

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£b ? Gem HISTORY HP he primary purpose of history as taught to- day is to understand the fundamental social and economic factors that have contributed to the evolutionary and revolutionary transfor- mations of society. This approach increases not only the value but also the interest of historical study. From this approach it is pos- sible to appreciate the importance of religious and social idealism and divine leadership among the determining factors of history, and to glean from such historical inquiry the funda- mental lessons of human experience. This greatly enhances the contribution that the study of history can make to the problems of the modern day. To accomplish this is the purpose of the Department of History in Taylor University. GEORGE T. OBORN, A. M., Ph. D. CHEMISTRY The rapid growth of Chemistry, its increas- ing importance in all fields of science, and in the world in general, makes the subject one of great and increasing value. The Chemistry Department has three iunctions. It affords an interesting and instructive means of fulfilling the science requirement. For those interested in Biological Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physics, Home Economics, Agriculture, and Engineering, it offers a very fundamental and necessary foundation. It also furnishes a strong and well-rounded major for those interested in the field of Chemistry itself. G. HARLOW EVANS, M. S. Piigc Twcnty-thri 1934

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Cbe Gem CLARENCE L. NYSTROM, A. M., Ph. D. SPEECH AND PSYCHOLOGY T he Department of Speech aims to provide a curriculum that will offer as wide a train- ing in the art and science of public speaking as is possible. Courses and extra-curricular activities in the fundamentals of speech, ex- temporaneous speaking, oratory, interpretive reading, pulpit speech, debating, and drama are all co-ordinated toward this objective. The scientific aspects of psychology are com- ing to be more and more recognized in the teaching of this subject. The founding of a psychological laboratory at Taylor is an ac- knowledgment of this emphasis. Already sig- nificant contributions to experimental psychol- ogy are being undertaken in this laboratory. The applied phases of the subject are also given due consideration by the department. WILLIAM J. TINKLE, A. M., Ph. D. BIOLOGY ' T ' he Biology Department endeavors to give every student an understanding of the fun- damental laws that govern plant and animal life. Many of these laws of nature apply to the human family as well. Thus a broad cul- tural foundation is laid which aids in the solu- tion of the problems of life. In addition, the department offers courses specially designed for pre-medical students, and for those who are preparing to teach biological courses in the secondary schools. The environment of the university pro- vides many interesting plants and animals for study. The laboratory equipment is good. The collections of plants and animals from widely scattered sources, housed in the museum, help greatly in the instruction. The most famous exhibit is the skeleton of the mastodon discov- ered near Taylor in 1928. 19B4 Page Twenty-two

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€b ? 6cm » i 1 J. F. COTTINGHAM, D. D. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION D eligious Education may be said to be three- fold. These are the psychological, the aes- thetic, and the moral and spiritual aspects. The psychological aspect is rarely neglected. Mos- cow with no-God and Tokio with an Emperor- God are diligent in child training. These have chairs in Religious and non-Religious educa- tion. We recognize the great value of the study of psychology and the training of the child, yet we consider also the great moral and spir- itual values based on the Revealed Word. Love for the beautiful in nature and music and art must be taught, but this detracts noth- ing from the vital faith in the Rose of Sharon, the glories of the Cross, and the wonders of a Resurrected Christ. Education concerning the Fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of mankind puts aside race prejudice and pride, as love and sympathy grows with the study of men and religions of men, yet we avoid falling into the error of syncretism, for we know that Our Christ sits on a Solitary Throne. THEODORA BOTHWELL, MUS. M. PIANO AND ORGAN HpHE School of Music, one of the strongest departments of Taylor University, is justly known in many states for the efficient instruc- tion given in its various fields. Students are provided with a strictly mod- ern Music Hall, having up-to-date equipment in studios and practice rooms. The three-man- ual chapel organ is available for practice. The extra-curricular activities of the Music School, such as the Choral Society, the Glee Clubs, the Orchestra, and the Band, are varied and helpful to the general life of the college. The public recitals of advanced students in piano, organ, violin, and voice are also annual features of interest to the community. The School of Music is a division of Taylor University of which we may well be proud. 1934 Page Twenty-four