University of Tennessee Knoxville - Volunteer Yearbook (Knoxville, TN)

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which consists of the Division of Anatomy. Division of Chemistry. Division of Pathology and Bacteriology, and Division of Physiology. Excellent laboratory facilities are utilized to train students in these fields. On the clinical level in medicine and nursing students receive instruction at the bedside of patients. A model pharmacy exists for students in the School of Pharmacy to receive practical training. Dental students are furnished with the most modern dental equipment and are taught to conduct a practice by instructors in the various specialty clinics. All of the schools and colleges within the Medical Units emphasize high scholastic achievement and are recognized by all accrediting agencies. AT MEMPHIS O. W. HYMAN Vic«.Pr iid«nl of th« Univartity of TonnotlM and Oaan of fha College of M«dlcin«.

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The Medical Units Division in Memphis comprises the School of Biological Sciences: Colleges of Medicine and Dentistry: Schools of Pharmacy and Nursing: and the Gradu- ate School. It has an enrollment of I 385 students. In addition training is offered in dental hygiene, medical technology, and other health fields. A medical branch of the University is a port of one of the largest medical centers in the South and is of national importance. The University Center (above) is the Student Union Building for the Medi- cal Units and is adjacent to other University buildings. The Center contains abundant recreational facilities where students may spend their leisure hours. Basic science instruction is provided all students by the School of Biological Sciences MEDICAL UNITS DIVISION School of Biological Sciences College of Medicine College of Dentistry School of Pharmacy School of Nursing Graduate School 24

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COLONEL FERGUSON The Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) has over I OCX) students enrolled in both ♦he Senior and Basic divisions. The ROTC program is designed to give young men of officer caliber on opportunity to earn a commission while continuing their education and to supply the armed forces with the necessary Reserve Officers required for the National Defense. Tennessees Army unit represents the Infantry, Engineers and Transportation Branches. Every male student in the University who is physically capable is required to take the basic course (2 years). Those who successfully complete the first two years may be rec- ommended to continue their studies by the Professor of Military Science and Tactics; if this course is completed the cadet is awarded a reserve commission upon graduation. The courses meet as a class and in the spring and fall these classes are supplemented by close order drill. The student is also required to attend a six-week summer camp before the completion of his studies. The ROTC participates each year in the Armistice Day parade and conducts many colorful parades and reviews during the school year. Anybody got n screwdriver?