University of Wisconsin Stevens Point - Horizon / Iris Yearbook (Stevens Point, WI)

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IPSO FACTO Mr. Steiner, Dean of Men and Chairman of the History Department, finds his greatest enjoyment in fishing—Ask to see his fishing hat sometime! He is fond of all sports, fostering his interest as a Valley Conference official and as a member of the Athletic Board. He used to be an active participant in football. In addition, he is an inveterate reader, has traveled to both coasts and up north, and really loves great music. He has directed church choirs and sung here in school for many years. As yet he hasn t become reconciled to modern music. Incidentally, he and Mr. Evans used to put on some pretty good minstrel shows. Mr. Steiner feels that the aim of the history department is progress Dr. H. M. Tolo, an advocate of ye goode life,” likes to design and remodel other peoples' homes. He’s interested in music, individual athletics, bowling, and blondes,- he’s a violent addict of golf, has traveled through the East, West, and Canada, and he dreams of taking a sabbatical year to study at the University of London with Mr. Burroughs, and of installing a handball court on the campus. He never fails to be optimistic and jolly toward everyone. He likes to take a jaunt with the football fellows or debaters and everyone enjoys his company. He gloats over his doubledoored office and pictures of all of his brothers. He and Mrs. Tolo are seen at theater first nights and dinner parties and dances. They both take an active interest in student activities and students themselves. Mr. Robert D. Morrison was chosen this year to replace Mr. Smith in the department of cultural and ancient history. He has proved to be a splendid choice. Being himself a man of vast experience, and having a wealth of information at his command, Mr. Morrison does not need to depend upon the reputation of his father, Dr. H. C. Morrison of Chicago University. He has traveled extensively. In 1931 he went to Turkey as a member of an archeological expedition from the Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago. He, with other members of the party, had tea with the prime minister in the old Sultan’s palace. In 1934 Mr. Morrison was supervisor of archeology in Morgan County, Alabama. He can tell you anything about snakes. He has spent many evenings intently watching Mr. Rightsell’s engine. Mr. Morrison reads much and has a keen sense of humor—two more assets to his courses that have become so popular. He often drops into the library to tease Miss Mansur or Miss Mason (and usually in time for a party!) or else he meets Mr. Jenkins in the inner office and between the two of them they plan fantastic organizations to do away with librarians and put the world aright. HOMECOMING . . . AND DID THEY EVER . . . MET A FINE GRADE OF ALUM . . . Page 24

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THE STAGE Three men who represent a variety of unusual activities are Messrs. Knutzen, Jenkins, and Burroughs. Although their courses as faculty instructors are history and English each of them represents the stage in some phase. In 1936 when College Theater was initiated onto this campus, it was Mr. Warren G. Jenkins who encouraged and supported the venture. His kindness and good sense, his executive ability, and his understanding of theater and, most of all, young people were really the stamina of the organization. Many a human interest story is based upon the success of this venture. Mr. Jenkins is a great reader. He loves the out-of-doors, too. For several years he volunteered as coach for boxing and helped to organize the team into an organization of worthwhile activity. As a professor of history, he has become known as C.S.T.C.’s A1 absent-minded professor. But don’t let it kid you, he knows where he is. Mr. Leland M. Burroughs was invited into College Theater shortly after it began functioning, as director of speech. He has remained with Mr. Jenkins as a faculty adviser. His work in speech, literature, and the dramatic arts has been recognized far beyond C.S.T.C. His debate teams this year, one of which was almost undefeated and another of which entered the quarter-finals, he defined as the best he's had yet. Many fine plays have been produced under his direction. In 1939-40 the outstanding plays were Mr. Pirn Passes By” and Our Town, both beautiful productions of recognized quality. Mr. Burroughs has participated in and directed Shakespearean stage, on which he has had much experience. The Men’s Glee Club has flourished under Mr. Norman E. Knutzen. His heart and soul is in every selection his boys have ever sung. They have become a recognized group in the state and internationally by the advent of superior production. Tone and style are the things they strive for. Mr. Knutzen has a cottage up North which is one of his joys. He loves Nature and good literature and music, and in his work he has woven them into one beautiful pattern. THE LOCAL BOYS INTO CAMP . . . “AND SO TO BED” IN ASSEMBLY . . . Page 23

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Miss Adele Davidoff came here last year and is now Director of Women's Athletics. Students know her by her Hi! It is a cheery indication of her youth and amiability. The intramural program and informal dancing she promotes foster health and fellowship. Believe us, her day is a full one and tough—but does it get her down? Never! And she can outplay the best of them in bridge. She flies to her home in New York City for vacations. Her father has had her sheepskins framed and shows them off. Who can blame him? Coach Eddie Kotal has been named The Builder of Champions. That s a title to live up to,-but he has been untiring in his purpose to develop real championship teams at C.S.T.C. Though he’s a strenuous competitor, a side-line agitator and a hard loser, he’s always a good sport. He's superstitious where his teams are concerned and a gambler at heart when he takes a long shot on a play—but his experience and knowledge qualify his chances as a sure thing. There's no chance in tiddly-winks, however—Tommy beats his dad at this big sport regularly. Coach played pro football with the Green Bay Packers for four years. He's a licensed boxing referee and has a lifetime pass to all games in the National Professional Football League. Besides, he’s no mean psychologist (just ask ‘im!)—he studied psych at the University of Southern California last summer! QUICKLY RECOVERED WHEN YOU DISCOVERED HE WENT STEADY WITH FRIEND Pase 25