University of Nebraska Kearney - Blue and Gold Yearbook (Kearney, NE)

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social science lyle mantor a.b., a.m., ph.d. to help prospective teachers obtain the knowledge necessary for successful teaching of social studies, and to give students sufficient knowledge of the historical background of our political, social, and economic life to enable them to function as intelligent citizens in a democracy, is the aim of the social science department, the courses in history and political science give a knowledge of past and present-day developments, and stimulate a deter- mination to defend american ideals. jennie conrad a.b., a.m. n. diffenderfer phillip holmgren b.s., m.a. a.b., m.a., ph.d. department head dr. mantor helps king birginal plan his schedule for the coming se- mester. Page 28

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physical science donald fox a.b., m.s., ph.d. many important experiments are performed in the chemistry laboratory, here, dr. fox, de- partment head, and jerry wetovick are shown considering such an experiment. the physical science division prepares teachers in subject matter and in methods for the teaching of mathematics, physics, chemistry, and general science, in addition to giving a background for effective teach- ing in biology, home economics, geography, and music, the division also offers pre-professional work in mathematics, chemistry, and physics for those preparing for professional careers in medicine, dentistry, and nursing, in addition, the study of these courses serves students who plan to take up aviation or other phases of governmental service. elmer beckmann I. larsen mary morse theodora nelson b.a., m.a. b.a., m.a. b.s., m.s., ph.d. b.s., m.s. Page 27

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physical education charlie foster a.b., a.m. leland copeland a.b., m.a. coach foster, head of the physical educa- tion department, and ken main talk over forthcoming track plans. physical education at kstc provides facilities and skilled leadership for directing students to act in situations that are physically wholesome, mentally stimulating, and socially sound, with particular emphasis on teaching, coaching, community recreation, and other professions allied with the physical education program. as a preparation for leisure time, courses in seasonal sports, swimming, dancing, both folk and modern, tennis, badminton, volleyball, football, and basketball are offered, class instruction is supplemented by ever- increasing intramural programs for men and women, for still further participation in activities. william morris dorothy orcutt harriet yingling alien zikmund b.s., m.a. b.s., m.a. b.s., m.a. b.s., m.a. Page 29