University of Southern California - El Rodeo Yearbook (Los Angeles, CA)

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Students of the two-year University Junior College have access to the fine teachers of the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, even though they do not have the requisites for intercollegiate activities. Dr. R. R. G. Watt, director of the Junior College, has done excellent work in help- ing students qualify for participation in academic work in other divisions of the University. He has also been interested in teaching new students good study methods. Among the members of the faculty with whom students are acquainted is Professor Ruch, instructor in psychology, hie is the author of the text now being used by sec- ond year classes, and has proven himself a successful writer for students. A well liked professor and good class- room instructor is Dr. Reed, of the English department. He is a friend of his students and does much toward helping them with their work. In the field of comparative literature is one of the foremost lectur- ers in the University, Dr. Mildred Clara Struble. She is very popular and con- vincing, and always much in demand. An outstanding new scholar in history is Dr. Wallbank who is extremely interesting. Far-reaching research on the subject of the prevention and cure of tuberculosis is being carried on by Dr. Lindegren in col- laboration with Dr. Vollrath. Besides their work in this field, both are prominent in teaching scientific subjects. Dr. Lindegren lectures in classes on bacteriology, while Dr. Vollrath does the same in physics. Dr. R. R. G. Watt, Director; Dr. Philip A. Libby. Personnel Managennent; Dr. Mildred C. Struble, Comparative Literature; Dr. Richard E. Vollrath, Physics. o u 17

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z 0 It is the purpose of the College of Let- ters, Arts, and Sciences to develop the social and cultural competence of the stu- dent, as well as his personal and intellectual integrity. With this in mind, a committee on reorganization under the direction of Dr. Alberl S. Raubenheimer renovated the existing plan with such success that favorable comments have come from uni- versities all over the country. Members of the reorganization commit- tee were guided by the infectious enthu- siasm of its instigator, Dean Raubenheimer. Included was Dr. Baxter, who is known for his convincing lectures about literature; Dr. Burton, scholar and writer of note; and Dr. Cooke, chairman of the scholarship committee, who knows all about scholar- ship. The other three members were Dr. Voll- rath, distinguished for his research in physics; Dr. Watt, interested in the subject of learning; and Mr. Willett, director of admissions and the collegiate St. Peter at the gate. As the largest college in the University, L.A.S. faculty members carry on a tradi- tion of fine work. Among these is an out- standing research psychologist, Dr. Met- fessell. He has been working with canaries in order to determine whether they learn to sing by observing. He is interested in the nurture and nature of the songs of canaries. An eminent physicist is Dr. Nye who has accomplished research in several fields. He has done experiments on the absorption power of cosmic rays in various minerals, the glare effects of mercury light, and the ability of man ' s two ears to detect the direction of sound. Dr. Albert S. Raubenheimer, Dean; Dr. Milton F, Metfessel, Psychology; Dr. Boris V. Morkovin, Cinematography; Dr. John D. Cooke, English.

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« } Known to the outside world for their outstanding achievements in their chosen fields, the men who guide the School of Philosophy are equally well known to the undergraduate world by their characters and influence on the life of the institution. Dr. Ralph T. Flewelling, Dean of the School of Philosophy, receives recognition from his students through his unusual abil- ity to make his subject interesting. His gift as a powerful speaker has been demon- strated by the amazing success of his Tues- day lectures. Those who know Dr. hierbert Searles best say that his greatest interest is his work. The many students he has helped will testify to his kindliness in aiding them in the subject to which he has contributed so much. Always a disturber of academic and other serenities is Dr. Edwin D. Starbuck ' s self-description. Outstanding work in the field of character education and. other fields of philosophy has been his achieve- ment. Not only one of the mainstays of the School of Philosophy but one of the most active men in University affairs Is Dr. Wil- bur Long, chairman of this year ' s student welfare committee. Tricky examinations and a great enthu- siasm for S.C. characterize Dr. Paul He lsel, whose earnestness and sincerity are well known. America interests and yet puzzles Dr. Heinrich Gomperz, visiting professor from the University of Vienna, who is hailed as one of the world ' s leading author- ities on early Greek philosophy. Dr. Ralph T. Flewelling, Director; Dr. Heinrich Gomperz, Greek Philosophy; Dr. Wilbur Long, Philosophy; Dr. Edwin D. Sfarbuck, Character Research. ' 18