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

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administrat ton M. J. NELSON Dean of Faculty Three hundred sixteen faculty members, with a median age of 36. this year constituted the youngest and largest faculty in the records of Teachers College. In addition to supervision of the entire faculty. Dr. Nelson. Dean of Faculty, is chief excusing officer, has charge of registration and scholarship regulations, and compiles the class schedule books and college catalog. Page 28

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The progress of a democratic nation depends upon the intelligence, sincerity and resourcefulness of its indi- vidual citizens. Such a citizenry can only be achieved through an increasingly effective system of free public education. To meet these obligations, cur schools must receive greater public interest and support. The chief factor In the school is the teacher. This means that, in terms of the immediate future, reaching must achieve true professional stature. Strong professional colleges will have to be maintained for the education of pro- ficient toachers and to render service to the schools and the profession of teaching. In preparation for the increased duties as a profes- sional college, the Iowa State Teachers College is pro grossing along many lines. An efficient and capable staff has been maintained and expanded. There is a constant evaluation of instructional procedure, and stu- dent efficiency is kept at a high level. Physical facilities are being increased both in terms of buildings and equipment The college is planning tc meet its present and futuro obligations. May our system of education adequately serve the future. MALCOLM PRICE, President from the office of the president

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SADIE B. CAMPBELL Dean of Women Long range plans for the women of the college were continued this year under the supervision of Miss Campbell. Dean of Women, with the as- sistance of A.W.S. and the housing unit directors and of- ficers. Plans include a year by year emphasis on the growth and leadership training of all women. a cl min id tra tion PAUL F. BENDER Dean of Men Under the supervision of Dr. Bender, Dean of Men, the Men's Union has been reorganized. The constitutions of the men's dormitories have been revised also, and the Cedar Falls men's housing unit organized. All houses for men living off- campus were visited and approved for the first time since before the war. Con- tinued preparation is being made toward converting part of the barracks in Sunset Village into housing units for single men. Page 29 ILLUIII