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

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 r o oo r There is probably no one associated with Central State Teacher's College who is more keenly interested in the welfare of our college, or who does so much work with so little fanfare as Wilson S. Delzell. He very capably represents our college on the Board of Normal School Regents, which virtually holds the reigns over the State Teachers Colleges. Because he understands our problems and is anxious to help maintain our college at a high standard, he is able to be of much service to us. The faculty and students are fortunate to have a representative such as Mr. Delzell. This year was an especially trying year for the Board, because with increased enrollments in every college, the demands have been greater than ever. Every school has plans for some long hoped-for improvement in old buildings and for some additional fine new buildings, and these plans are receiving the attention of the regents. But these are not the only problems the regents face. An even greater problem is that of obtaining funds for the more pertinent present needs of the schools. These include money for enlarged staffs, for more supplies and for textbooks to meet the needs of the students. Being a regent involves long hours of work and a great deal of ability, of tact, and of understanding. Students and faculty of CSTC recognize Mr. Delzell's ability and appreciate his understanding of their problems. Everyone was much pleased last year when the governor re-appointed him as regent until 1950. 21

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Pn ude it Since William C. Hansen undertook the administrative leadership of CSTC in 1940 he has more than proved his inherent ability to manage an institution of higher learning. This last year in particular he has illustrated that ability in coping with the many problems involved in the transition from the war time school of the first years of his administration to this veteran-packed school of 1947. The same post-war questions that confront all the colleges in the country will still be before us next year, but with President Hansen's adequate background of experience and his record of achievement here, we know we have a leader in whom we can put our complete confidence. As busy as he is with his executive duties. President Hansen is rarely too busy to see some puzzled student, or to help direct him towards the goals our school has to offer. He gives of his time to an inquiring Pointer reporter who desires facts on some pertinent problem, he attends innumerable college social functions, and he is always ready with a suggestion for Nelson Hall, another of his responsibilities. He displays a genuine and sincere interest in all student activities. President Hansen’s untiring efforts to keep our college standards ever high are appreciated by all. 20

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3 ean ajj Women Central State Teachers College is indeed fortunate to have among its faculty members Mrs. Elizabeth Pfiffner, Dean of Women. If you expected to find the Dean of Central State, a stem, austere woman dressed in drab colors you would be very much mistaken, for Mrs. Pfiffner is not that type. She is an attractive, friendly woman who is extremely human and understanding. Having a teen age daughter of her own has no doubt helped her to understand the problems of college coeds. Being ■'mother'' to some three hundred college women, however, is no easy task, so with that re- sponsibility, along with teaching classes in history and orientation, Mrs. Pfiffner is an extremely busy woman. If you live or have lived at Nelson Hall you would have the privilege of seeing more of our Dean of Women, for she often drops in for lunch or for a visit, not to check up or to supervise but to become better acquainted with the girls and to aid them in any way she possibly can. To one less capable than Mrs. Pfiffner the great responsibility she carries would be a burden, but to her it seems a pleasure. 22