University of Northern Iowa - Old Gold Yearbook (Cedar Falls, IA)

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DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND COMMERCIAL EDUCATION The curriculums of this department are designed for the preparation of teachers with: 1. Knowledge of essential subject matter and of the relation of this sub- ject matter to the world about us. 2. Appreciation of the intimate rela- tionship of these lines of study to world progress, and of their historical posi- tion as powerful factors in the advance- ment of civilization. 3. Habits of logical analysis, concise expression, originality in thinking, and intellectual honesty. 4. Skill in handling essential compu- tations, in dealing with problem situa- tions, in organizing data, and in oral and written expressions of the conclu- sions reached. 5. The ambition to awaken in the minds of the young people in our schools, ideals of efficient service and the will to work toward a defined goal of accomplishment. Back Row: I. 8. Condit, C. W. Wester, H. C. Cummins, R. W. Skar, G. R. Mach, R. D. Daugherty (on leave of absence). Front Row: Emma Lambert, M. E. Gaflin, B. Davis, J. M. Myers, E. E. Watson. Ira S. Condit Head Pcujr 27

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DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SCIENCE The Department of Social Science, since its organization in 1922, includes three major lines of study, history, gov- ernment, and economics and sociology. While history claims a majority of the majors, the total enrollment is well dis- tributed in the three fields. These social studies are concerned with the interests and problems of society which are of utmost importance to every individual. The underlying purpose of these stud- ies is to develop clear thinking upon our social, political, and economic pro- blems. The increasing complexity and rapidity of change in our social insti- tutions makes specific instruction in- creasingly necessary to enable the in- dividual to adjust himself to new situa- Merle R. Thompson tions constantly arising and to cooperate Head in securing maximum progress for the individual and the group. The social studies should enable youthful citizens to discover their places in organized society and to function efficiently for its improvement. Good citizenship in a democracy requires a broad understand- ing of social relations and institutions, and the lack of such understanding con- stitutes the greatest obstacle to social progress today. Back Row: M. K. Thompson, Mary Hunter, Sara Riggs. ------------- -----. W. I . Wallace, F. W. Wellborn. Front Row: G. C. Robinson. C. F. Erbe, .1. J). GeminiII (on leave of absence) II. J. O'Neill. Not in picture: R. R. Fahrncy, Hurold Tascher. Page 26

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DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL SCIENCE Emmett J. Cable Head principles and concepts, and the skill tion. The Natural Science Department comprises three major lines of work. Earth Science, Biological Science, and Agriculture. It is universally agreed that the natural sciences comprise a liv- ing, growing body of knowledge which is intimately connected with contem- porary life. In this day and age the scientific approach is a characteristic of our modern life; laboratory methods and technique are the tools of our mod- ern industrial civilization. With this thought in mind the Natural Science Department aims to secure well-trained teachers who appreciate the value of science preparation for life and who can make the applications in their instruc- tion. The main objective which the De- partment wishes to emphasize in the in- struction given is the development of open-mindedness on the part of stu- dents: the ability to think clearly and logically; the mastery of fundamental to discern and impart accurate informa- Well equipped laboratories are provided to cary on such investigations as are necessary and fundamental to prepare, in a thorough manner, men and women who are to become teachers of these sciences in the public schools of Iowa. Students who are interested in any of the above fields should see or write Dr. E. J. Cable for detailed information. Top Row: Marguerite Uttley, Winifred Gilbert. Allison Aitchison, J. S. Hodges. Middle Roxc: O. U. Clark. H. E. Bath, Vera Higdon, Belva Swalwell. Front Row: C. W. Lant . R. L. Abbott. W. S. Scott. E. J. Cable. Page 28