Temple University - Templar Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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11 n t I I The excitement of Center City can be seen from the slips of the Philadel- phia Art Museum, (photo by Tresh)

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In Dedication Helen L. Laird Upon her arrival as the Dean of the College of Music in 1978, Helen Laird instituted change within the College. Scholarship money and space were needed to support Tem- ple ' s growing music program. Part of her mission was to expand the College ' s assets by increasing benefactor sup- port and adding another building to the College ' s facilities. Despite the financial pressures experienced by other mu- sic schools in the 1980 ' s, under Dean Laird ' s guidance the College of Music enjoyed substantial financial support. With President Liacouras and the interest of the College ' s main benefactor Esther Boyer Griswold, and others, she estab- lished a large scholarship fund for students. Additionally, Dean Laird was instrumental in arranging the College ' s 1986 merger with The New School of Music. The merger assured the future of the historic institution, brought a great ensemble program to Temple, and created the need for additional performance and practice space. Through the efforts of Dean Laird, Dr. Milton and Shirley Rock have substantially supported the renovation of Rock Hall which provides more practice rooms and a chamber music hall. Not only has Helen Laird Made Her Mark at Temple, but she has gained a national reputation as a successful ad- ministrator and fiscal developer of one of the top programs in the country. The university will miss Dean Laird ' s lead- ership and dedication upon her retirement at the conclusion of the spring semester. Dean Laird — thank you and best of luck for your future endeavors. Kristl L. Wiemicki With roots deeply embedded in the Temple community for over 20 years. Temple University ' s Dean of Students and Associate Vice President of Student Affairs has definitely Made Her Mark. Kristl L. Wiemicki came to Temple as a freshman student, graduating with highest honors in 1974, with a bachelor ' s degree in Journalism. In 1981, she also recieved a Juris Doctor degree from the university. Kristl, who was appointed Dean of Students in 1986, after stints in Financial Aid and on the staff of the Executive Vice President, directs the operations of University Housing, Student Activities, Student Health Services and Recreation Services. Even with this full schedule, she still finds time to advise the Temple Student Government and the Temple Public Interest Research Group (Temple PIRG). As the Dean of Students Kristl is described as developing the hearts and minds of students. As a leader she provides students with a key to open the door to success for future achievement. She prepares students for that crucial ad- justment between academic life and the professional world. Kristl treats her staff and the students as if they were her own family. She is honorable, trustworthy, caring, and committed to success. With all of these attributes, Kristl has made a profound mark on the Temple Uiuversity com- munity. DEDICATION 13