University of Denver - Kynewisbok Yearbook (Denver, CO)

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CHAN CELLOR is his leaning back in his chair, placing his index fingers together, and pro- ceeding to tackle the problems brought in by the students. The addition of a flattering touch to his personal con- tacts, which he Welcomes, and the suc- cess of his second year of administra- tive duties, are noted by the students. Above all, this man commended the high student morale displayed particu- N W Q, larly during the athletic season, the Whole-hearted Pioneer day costuming, and the sorority and fraternity float and house decorations. lf given the opportunity to speak, the Chancellor would say, Of course, if any of the old students were here, and l should say that teaching was my first love, they would understand the state- feel free to pull this latchstring and enter. Next door to Dr. Duncan's office, the panelled portal announces in gold let- tering, Vice-Chancellorf' Perhaps the eye of student opinion closes in a hu- morous wink upon reading this, for it calls to mind Dean W. D. Engle, Whose

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26 ALMA MATER From these portals come the barristers of tomorrow. ing in those fields. Delta Sigma Delta was started that year for dental stu- dents. Drama club, which is still one of the most active organizations on the cam- pus, was founded in 1907. Since its establishment it has given several plays annually. ln l9l 1, Delta Chi was established as a club for chemistry students. This organization still retains its place .in university life and is of great interest to its members. ln 1922, the Press club was founded as was Delta Pi Alpha, which was a friendship group. That same year the Alpha Rho chapter of Xi Psi Phi, a den- tal organization, was established at the University. This group ceased to exist when the Dental school was discontin- ued. - ln 1920, the American College Quill club, Alpha Sigma Chi, a chemical so- ciety for women, and the Cosmopolitan club were established on the campus. The Commerce Coed club, for friend- ship among the women at that school, was founded in 1923, and the Ameri- can Association of Electrical engineers was formed on the campus that year. The next year saw the founding of the Philosophical academy, the W. A. A., the Newman club, and Mu Beta Kappa, which is a club for physiology students. Mu Sigma Tau, a society for engi- neers: Philotes, a social organization for women, Delta Sigma Pi, and the Statistics club at Commerce were all founded in 1925, and in 1926 Paralceets was formed. 1927 was the year of the founding of La Mesa Espanole, which was the revival of the Spanish club, and 1928 was the year in which the Ski club was formed. This organization won the lnter-collegiate ski team cham- pionship in that year. The Mathe- matics club was another new organi- zation in 1928. ln 1930, Le Cercle Fran- cais, the French club, was renewed. 1931 saw the founding of the College Poetry society of America, and 1933 the The gymnasium, home of minor sports and freshman gym classes. Where Granville Iohnson and Mabel S. Billing conduct their daily round of activities. 1

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name and good humor are synon- ymous. The student who enters Dean Engle's office is offered a rare treat as he glimpses the lovable and vital person- ality of this sturdy pedagogue, for he still loves his chemistry and its teach- ing, despite administrative duties. His duties, however, never lessen the kindly attention he bestows upon all who seek him--no problem is too small, no person too unimportant. Dr. Engle will advise and counsel each. Seen on the campus, moving through student life, is Dean Holland I. Walters, whose progressive viewpoints are akin to the sound advice he bestows on all who seek it. Though small in stature, he stands above the crowd for his de- votion to scholarship, fairness, and stability. Besides the duties entailed as Dean of the College of Liberal Arts, Dean Walters shouldered the responsibility of Chappell School of Art with a marked degree of success. His policy to link Chappell and the Liberal Arts college and his diplomacy in soothing the rough edges of discontent are con- CULTY stantly building the morale of the whole University. Students anywhere on the campus are apt to eye lack Lawson, and find him engaged in an involved po- litical or economical discussion. Dean of Men, and teacher of political science, his duties are too numerous to mention. Student opinion rates lack the hardest man on the campus to find, but it also notes that when they do find him they come in contact with a very pleas- ing and versatile personality. His ad- ministration of school affairs this year included no startling innovations, rather a-working application of all for- mer administrative procedure, and a completion or perfection of all the pre- vious plans begun prior to this year. Handling loans, scholarships, and assistantships, which make college possible for many of the University students, is another part of Dean Law- son's program, which he does in a manner which is the finest system in any university. Perhaps the mention of a Lawson quiz will send reminiscent shivers down the spine of many a student. Those tests of lack Lawson's are re- puted to be the stiffest encountered at the University. But, above all, Dean Lawson commands the respect and ad- miration of all the students. Commanding one of the best speak- ing presences is Dean Gladys C. Bell, who to the men students represents the University of -Denver's feminine charms. Her ease and grace as toast- mistress or featured speaker typifies the University. The installation of Mortar Board this year was largely due to the efforts of Dean Bell. lt is an accepted fact that her speech at the Mortar Board initiation was a personi- fication of her ideals. Dean Bell's awareness of students and their problems, and the personal interest she takes in them makes her a friend to all.