University of California Santa Barbara - La Cumbre Yearbook (Santa Barbara, CA)

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Dean of Women Gracious and resourceful Dean of Women Helen E. Sweet has handled capably the nnany and varied problems which come under her jurisdiction, hler biggest job this year was helping seven local sorori- ties to establish national affiliations and to adjust themselves to national Panhellenic regulations. Dean of Men The responsibilities of Dean of Men have been capably discharged this year by William E. hiayes, Ed. D. They included counseling men students and serving as sponsor to the Inter-Fraternity Council. A graduate of Columbia University, Dr. hiayes has been at Santa Barbara College since 1945. Dean of Applied Arts Dean of Applied Arts Lester B. Sands successfully guided his division through a period of alteration and development. During his years on the Santa Barbara College campus Sands has also served in the position of Registrar and as Associate Professor in the Education Department. Dean of Liberal Arts Dr. George Hand was appointed Dean of Liberal Arts in 1949. Instrumental in the original organiza- tion of the division, he succeeded Dr. Russell A. Buchanan. Since then Hand has managed to fulfill his many duties as dean In addition to maintaining his position as a prominent English Professor. 25

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Provost Behind the scenes in all activities at Santa Bar- bara College is Provost J. Harold Williams. As long as things go smoothly, the provost guides the administration of this branch of the Univer- sity in a quiet, efficient way. When the need arises he is prepared to handle any crisis. As a result of the particular requirements of his office he comes less in every-day contact with the average student than do most of the other administrative officers. However, he Is always available to individuals and groups of students, as well as University officials. The simple act of making an appointment puts at the disposal of any person with a problem the background of experience and the understanding ear of Provost Williams.

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DR. JERRY H. CLARK, first man in the col- lege life of every UCSB student, continued in the position of registrar. His office con- trolled the admission of all entering students. Although veteran enrollment declined sub- stantially this year, coordination of veterans ' affairs was still a complicated job. It was suc- cessfully accomplished by DR ROBERT W. WEBB and his office staff. Business supervision of the cafeteria was among the many duties of college Business Manager J. A. DUANE MUNCY which brought him into almost daily contact with every student and made him one of the best- known members of the administration. Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds WILLIAM F. MADDEN provided for the up- keep of the college buildings, the beautifica- tion of the grounds and the many improve- ments executed this year. Teaching positions in the California school systems are found for students who complete studies for Junior High, Primary, or Early Childhood Education credentials by PAUL A. JONES, placement director. HAROLD M. COLE again supervised the efficient college bookstore which offered stu- dents everything from shoelaces to Greek letter stickers in addition to textbooks and supplies for all courses. The Student Health Center cared for the aches and pains of 2200 Gauchos under the supervision of DR. WILFRED T. ROBBINS. X-rays and cold shots -were special services offered this year. GEORGE OBERN succeeded Gordon P. Hagberg in the Office of Public Information. The office continued to turn out excellent news releases on all University events for local papers and radio stations. DR. DONALD C. DAVIDSON guided the college library through a program of expan- sion, reorganization and service to students. The Library of Congress catalogue system v as started and a total of 45,000 books reached. Gaucho housing problems were solved by MISS VELMA MORRELL, whose Quad office was always busy locating and assigning rooms and compiling the annual Santa Bar- bara College housing survey for the Uni- vejfs-ity administration. ifcteii i.y