Temple University - Templar Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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The Student Speakers Bureau, sponsored by the Department of Speech and Dramatic Arts pro- vides community organizations with appropriate entertainment. Because the program gives stu- dents valuable speaking experience, no charge is made. The Bureau, directed by David Reif- snyder, has been expanding since its inception in 1951. The Faculty Speakers Bureau, under the direc- tion of Dr. Harry Weinberg contributes one of the Universitys most important resources by pro- viding the knowledge, training and experience of our faculties. Engagements can be arranged for minimum remuneration. Russell Straub enjoys addressing a happy Golden Age Club. M 1:: .gm'hm: gab . . 27 Speakers Bureau ...two-way learning A student discussing the problem of sex education for our children at a local women's club meeting. Dr. Schwab usually speaks on Africa and carries this charming native with him for companionship.

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Placement Bureau ...service for iob-seeking seniors and alumni Educational, industrial, and part-time employ- ment sub-divide the placement bureauis activities. Seniors and alumni may be placed in positions ranging from those of starting teachers to college presidencies. Eighty-iive industrial concerns re- cruit seniors on our campus. But the section Which is busiest, is the part-time division. Itis not surprising that this division interviewed 4,212 students last year considering the fact that 60 per cent of our students hold part-time jobs. The Bureau also interviews applicants for sec- retarial-clerical positions Within the University. Miss Carnahan checks with Bob Liberate on an interview which he has scheduled with an industrial company. The view Mr. Naylor has of Conwell Hall reminds him of the continuing supply of graduates who will seek his aid. Mr..A-ieh.ele and Miss Slaughter study one guide to good pOSSlblllthS of employment for graduating students. 26

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Before interview by student counselor, client meets student-receptionist in the new quarters of Legal Aid. Legal Aid ...aftorneys' services for all Counselor discusses legal effect of a suit. The Legal Aid Society is connected with a na- tional organization. It functions under Dean Boyer, Dean of Temple Law School and Robert D. Abrahams, chief counsel of the Philadelphia area representing the Society. The program de- pends on the co-operation of Hve Philadelphia lawyers who are consulted by law school students who actually interview the clients. It aids those who are financially unable to afford an attorney's services. It is supported by contributions from Community Chest and appropriations from Tem- ple Law school. A psychiatric program has re- cently been set up, not connected with the na- tional organization. The Society handles only civil cases, concerning redress of private wrongs as against punitive measures. 28