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

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r, TT ii i i i i A serious conference promises something whon the head of the English Department starts to clinch his points. Some Englishmen Like To Read Best; Some Do Not Berenice Cooper—was appointed to the College faculty in the year 1928— did graduate work at the University of Chicago during the summers of 1931 and 1932, and has been studying for the past year at that institution—received her M. A. degree from the University of Wisconsin in 1916 and her A. B. degree from Beloit College in 1912—to her, journalism and the Pep-tomist prove to be an interesting hobby. Mary B. Deaton—the little lady with the southern accent—came to Superior State in 1926 as teacher of English—obtained her M. A. degree from Columbia University in 1926 and a B. A. degree from the Mississippi State College for Women in 1921—summer of 1932 she did graduate work at University of North Carolina—she likes to read and to hike. John D. Henderson—appointed to this faculty February, 193S—secured his A. B. degree at Eureka College, and did graduate work at the University of Wisconsin—directed the Senior Class play. You and I, and the productions of the Alpha Psi Omega, of which he is the adviser—has had experience on the stage—belonged to a Chicago stock company—also travelled with a New York road show which produced Journey's End—likes to read. Nona MacQuilkin — 1911 witnessed the addition of Miss MacQuilkin to the College faculty—her M. A. degree was attained at Teachers College, Columbia University, in 1929, and she was awarded a Ph. B. degree from the University of Chicago in 1911—her position as adviser to the Gitche and her membership on the Publications Board keep her busy—she is recognized in the state as the coach of championship orators— enjoys reading, especially dramas. Kathryn Ohman—has been teaching literature and composition here since 1926—was awarded her M. A. degree at the University of Chicago in 1930— received an A. B. degree from Bellevue College in 1919—is interested in dramatics-directed the Senior Class play, Captain Applejack, in 1932, and directed several plays at the McCaskill— last Christmas, she produced Mac-kay's Tho Christmas Guest at the Training School—writes as a hobby. Frank E. Vitz—professor of English since 1921—heads the department— coached debate for twelve years— graduate student at the University of Minnesota, 1933 and 1934—also at the University of Wisconsin, summers 1921. 1924, 1927, and 1930, and the years 1914 to 1916—studied at the University of Philippines, 1919-1921—obtained his B. A. degree at the University of Wisconsin in 1914—likes a good story and tells big ones (once won a prize for telling the biggest whopper)—ask him about the time he and Loop slept in the snow. Cooper, Vltx. MacQuilkin. Denton. Ilcndcrxon, Oilman

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 ») f Most Teachers Don’t Lead Lives Of Quiet Desperation Mary B. Davies—appointed to faculty as instructor of women's physical education in 1931—received her M. S. degree from Wellsley College in 1930 and her B. A. degree in 1928 from Wheaton College. Massachusetts—besides having a great appreciation for good music, she enjoys most of all just camping and roughing it—as advisor of the W. A. A., she gets opportunities for participation in sports. Ida W. Flogstad—has been teaching mathematics at Superior State since 1928—attained her M. S. and B. S. degrees at Iowa State College in the years 1925 and 1921, respectively— graduate student at the University of Michigan, summer 1923—took leave of absence second semester of this year to study there again—loves to read, and appreciates music—especially enjoys operas. Timothy J. McCarthy—appointed to the Biology Department in 1914—graduate student at the University of West Virginia, summer of 1922—obtained his M. S. degree at Michigan State College in 1911 and his B. S. degree at the University of West Virginia in 1908—bird study is his hobby—is president of the local Audubon Society—literature on travel and nature is his favorite reading matter—among sports, baseball is his preference. Carl J. Rollefson—College medic and teacher of physiology since 1912 — awarded his M. D. degree at Rush Medical College in 1906 and his B. A. degree at St. Olaf College in 1890—attended the University of Minnesota in 1891 and 1892—earned a graduate scholarship to Cornell University for the years 1894-'95—studied at Cornell in 1897 and 1898, too—loves music — plays his violin daily—each Saturday he paints—you have probably seen Wonder why they're looking to the loft? At any rato it's an interesting 3tudy of profiles. three of his oil paintings which hang in his class-room—is the father of four Ph. D. sons. Carlton W. Smith—teacher of mathematics, who came to this faculty 'way back in 1896—received his M. A. degree at the University of Wisconsin in 1930 and his B. A. degree at the University of Minnesota in 1892—hunting is a hobby of his—but more than that, he does his own gunsmithing and boat building. Edward G. Whereatt—( Ted to you) —Athletic Director since 1930—graduate student of the University of Wisconsin. summer 1930—earned his B. Ed. degree at Superior State in 1928—his greatest loves are basketball, football, his two daughters, not to mention the wife —his favorite pastime is coaching championship teams—since his appointment, his basketballers have twice won the Northern Conference title, and this year they were State Champions—in 1931, his football team was undefeated —have you ever noticed his beautiful handwriting on the notices posted on the bulletin board? McCarthy, R»llef n. Smith. Fl«s t«d, Whereat!. Davies

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Pcnnlc, Loth, Hcnlon. Harney, Soroka, Walilc Six Women — Only One Likes To Keep House Grace E. Barney—appointed to the College faculty to teach French in 1921 —was awarded her A. B. degree from the University of Wisconsin in 1920 and her M. A. degree from the University of Minnesota in 1926—did graduate work at Dijon University, France, in 1923, at Sorbonne University in 1930 and 1931, and at the University of Minnesota summer sessions of 1933 and 1934—is a very friendly person, and always greets you in French (quite bewildering to the un-linguistic individual). Bessie A. Benton—began teaching German at Superior in 1925—received her A. B. and M. A. degrees from the University of Minnesota in the years 1914 and 1928, respectively—was a graduate student at the University of Munich, Germany, in 1931, and at the University of Washington during the summer of 1934—she has become the friend of many students—her hobby is photography—not only does she take interesting, snappy action pictures, but she also develops and prints them herself—the thing she likes best to do is to keep house. Helen E. Loth—came to Superior as a teacher of Latin and German in 1924 —has been a graduate student intermittently at the University of Ch’cago since 1920—her A. B. degree was obtained at Valparaiso College in 1905— she was awarded her Ph. B. degree in 1918 and her M. A. degree in 1920, both from the University of Chicago— took leave of absence the second semester to work at that university. Lois M. Pennie—fifth grade critic —appointed to the College faculty in 1928—was awarded her B. Ed. degree from Moorhead (Minnesota) State Teachers College in 1928—attended the University of Iowa as a graduate student in 1931—teaches penmanship- does beautiful lettering—for an example, consult some Senior's diploma— she prints them all—she is an expert at all types of writing and lettering (the learned call it engrossing). Zelda Soroka—appointed textbook librarian in 1935—before that time she had been faculty secretary in the Administrative Office since 1931—attended Superior State, 1930, and part of 1931—took leave this semester because of ill health—a friend of every student. Florence H. Waldo—assistant librarian since 1924—received a B. Ed. degree from Superior State in 1928—did graduate work at the University of Iowa during the second semester and summer session of 1929 and the summer session of 1930—her hobby (when she can afford it) is collecting beautifully bound books. Tho Librarian and his assistant take time off to pose for the cameraman. No studonts ere pictured—they wore waiting around the corner for the 3:15 bell.