University of Wisconsin Superior - Gitche Gumee Yearbook (Superior, WI)

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) College Executives Have Hobbies and Peeves, Too Ellen M. Clark—appointed to faculty in 1913—is a member of the History Department and Dean of Women — received her M. A. degree from the University of Chicago in 1931 and her A. B. degree from the same institution—did graduate work at the University of Chicago in the summer of 1932—reading is her hobby and canoeing is her favorite sport, but she also enjoys good plays and the opera—served last year as secretary of the Teachers College section of the National Association of Deans of Women. Agnes V. Kirk—Principal of the Mc-Caskill Junior High School—appointed to this faculty in 1911—earned her M.A. degree at the Teachers College of Columbia University in 1929, a Ph. B. degree from Chicago University in 1925, a Ph. B. degree from North Central Teachers College. Missouri, in 1908, and a B. L. degree from Lindenwood College in 1907—the McCaskill Journal Club and its publication, the Bellman, prove an interesting hobby to her. Thorpe M. Langley—teaches geography and is Registrar—heads Board of Publications—directs Vodvil—master of ceremonies for The Peptomist of the Air — joined faculty in 1922 — awarded M. A. and B. A. degrees by University of Wisconsin in 1932 and 191S, respectively—spends his summers fishing at Isle Royale where none but the big ones take the bait —his hobby is the shaping of wood, pewter, and silver. Omer L. Loop—Teacher of Education and Dean of Men—joined faculty in 1919—graduate student. University of Minnesota—earned his M. A. degree at the University of Wisconsin in 1926 and The activities of Ellen M. Clark. Dean ol Women, have as their scope the entire College. his A. B. at the University of Indiana in 1914—enjoys outdoor life, especially hunting and fishing. Leonard W. Merryweather—Librarian since 1933—obtained his B. S. at Washington State University in 1930 and his B. A. at Whitman College in 1923—his hobbies include hiking and climbing, as well as the study of anthropology and the history of the Pacific Northwest—conventions that interfere with comfort are his pet aversion. Vemon E. van Patter—Director of Teacher Training—will head summer session this year—appointed to faculty in 1920—graduate student of University of Wisconsin—M. S. degree received at the University of Wisconsin in 1920 and B. S. degree at South Dakota Wesleyan University in 1912—trout fishing and the American Legion are his favorite pastimes—lived among the Sioux Indians as a child and can speak their language—plays the piano and ukulele and signs. Merry weather, l.angley. Clark, van Patter, Kirk. Loop

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tr TT i t I I 11 i Robert E. Curran—Regent for the past five years—an alumnus of our own College—got a job teaching after graduation, but the World War interrupted his career as schoolmaster— entered the University of Wisconsin School of Law shortly after the Armistice. resigning a lieutenantship in the Army—received his LL. D. degree in 1922—moved to Superior and soon became a prominent figure in legal and governmental circles about the Head of the Lakes—now that he is Regent, it does him proud to be able to have the opportunity to further the cause of higher education in the state and at the College—oh yes, we almost forgot!— the E stands for Emmett—since he maintains the best Irish traditions in this area, we are betting that he was named for the great Irish poet, Robert Emmett. Jim Dan Hill—President since 1931— a native of Texas—obtained his Ph. D. degree from the University of Minnesota in 31, his M. A. from the University of Colorado in 1924, and his A. B. from Baylor University in 1922—once taught at River Falls State Teachers College— also at Michigan Tech—spent some time in the Navy—he admits that his favorite recreation is conversational golf —much conversation about good scores, no mention of others—come to think of it, he hasn't mentioned golf the last two or three years—finds time to write—Sea Dogs of the Sixties is the title of his book now in publication— it will be on the autumn book lists— has written any number of historical articles for various magazines—his one aim is to maintain Superior State as the best institution of its kind in the State.

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No, the fire isn't to keep these faculty members warm—it's to heal those beans! McCaskillites Have Varied Program of Leisure Pursuits Evande Becker—critic for the sixth grade at the McCaskill School—appointed to faculty in 1925—received B. S. degree from the University of Minnesota in 1924—was a graduate student there in the summers of '28 and '31 and part of the year '31—has written articles for several professional magazines—enjoys travelling—has seen the seven wonders of the United States and hopes to go to Europe some day—her hobby is collecting dishes and talcing auto trips on the spur of the moment. Daisy B. Fulton—fourth grade critic —appointed in '28—received her B. Ed. degree from Superior State in 1931— graduate student at Columbia University during the summer of 1934—enjoys I doing embroiderying, crocheting, knit- ting, and needlepoint. Minda P. Hovland—first grade critic —took position at S. T. C. in 1924—received her B. Ed. degree here in 7.8. % i'i 1111 and did graduate work at Teachers College, Columbia University, in 1928 and '29—is very much interested in first grade children—has no special hobby—likes everything but not one thing more than another. Joanna E. Teerink—Assistant Director of Teacher Training—to direct McCaskill summer session this year—appointed to faculty in 1920—in 1929 the Teachers College of Columbia University awarded her her Master of Arts degree—she received a B. A. from State Teachers College, Cedar Falls, Iowa, in 1920—member of Kappa Delta Chi, international graduate education fraternity—she enjoys grabbing a book and God's out-of-doors—but her hobby is collecting material for a scrapbook of houses—plans to build a little house some day and wants to be prepared—would like to introduce music to boys and girls, and bemoans the fact that she hasn't the training to do so. Charlotte Williams—second grade critic—appointed to faculty in 1928— received her B. S. degree from the University of Iowa in '28, and was a graduate there during the summer of 1931— she's travelled all over the United States and Canada, but has yet to visit the Continent—her highest ambition is to do so. Ada Louis Wilson—critic of the third grade—got her job here two years ago —graduated from George Peabody College in 1929 with her B. S. degree, and with her M. A. degree in 1932— was a graduate student there in the summer of '34—if you don't believe she lives in Texas, just talk to her and hear her real southern accent—she likes the cold weather of the North, especially when it brings snow so she can go skiing. Wilson. C. Williams. Tccrink, fulton, Rucker, Hm-laml