University of Oklahoma - Sooner Yearbook (Norman, OK)

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,-..c-. 3 J. I X PRESIDENT V. 15. BIZZELL T i t Page 26 ,A

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t Ihc BuiUcI of Ri iyi)j s The Board ot Rfpcnts has about all the powi-r that can be ilclcEateil in the adnunistration ot the university. They are like a board of directors. The appropriations made by the legislature for the supfwirt of the institution come umler their hands to be applied as they will do most good. They choose the president. They approve the faculty. They plan the building programs, let contracts for the univep.it , and in general su per- vise its operation in almost every way. Almost all of the members of the l oard of Regents, all except Mr. Frank Buttraiii who is a ery successful oil producer, and Mrs. Schwoerke, arc lawyers. Seated from left to right in the group picture are, first, Mr. George Bowman of Kingfisher. He takes much interest in the good government of the state and is well knnwii iti a political way. Mr. John Rogers next is also a successful attorney. judge Orel Busby is from Ada in PontotiK County where he is also respected in his pro- fession. Judge . . A. McDonald is from Hugo. President Bizzell and Mr. Kmil Kraettii are seat- ed next between Judge McDonald and Mrs. J. N. Schwoerke. The two remaining members are Mr. Frank Buttran) who is now a resident of Oklahoma City and Senator John H. Carlock who t(irnierl practiced law at .Ardmore, but has now retired. i George Bow.mav, John- Rogers, Judge Orel Bl-sby, Judce A. A. McDonald, President Bizzell, Emil KnArrTLi, Mrs. J. N. Scmwoerkf, Frank Buttram, Senator John H. Carlock l Page 25

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is 3ra - »-H- f I hi Prcsicliiit ' s Message Th the Students of 1Q2 -1Q2(): With tlu- [niblit.;itii)ii ot tliis volume mI the Sonxi i annthcr ih.ip- tiT ill the history of the riiiversity ot Okhihoina eoiiies to a elr)se The achievements of another year have become a part of tht ' per- manent records of the institution. ' I ' he c intents of this volume rellect much ot the life ami activities ot the tLulents of the I ' niversitv. Coilejie life today comprehends a multitude of activities. The routine ol academic work constitutes only a part of the husv life of a student. Many activities, including athletic events, memorable social occasions and unusual experiences that could never occur else- where but in colletje. fill the student ' s days with interestini? events and crowd his mind with memories that will enrich his experience throughout life. The S(Ki rR epitomizes these activities and experiences. As the passino; years tend to dim the memories of these cherished events the students of Soonerland today will turn back to the paj es of this vear book and retreshen their memnries with the incidents that brought happiness in other days. To the students of 1925-1926 I extend hearty greetings and acknowledge my deep sense of love and appreciation for the cooper- ation you have given me during my Hrst year as president of the l ' niversit . I have come to share your loyait and appreciation for the University because of the friendliness and fine spirit of the stu- dents enrolled in the institution. .May future years bring to each of you the full realization of your aspirations and may your life be enriched with happy memories as a result of the years spent in the (University. Faithfully vours, T Pagt 27