University of Wisconsin Stout - Tower Yearbook (Menomonie, WI)

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emedaf' Besides adding to her dress making skills, clothing construction class adds to a student's wardrobe Specializing in varied phases of home economics and industrial education, Stout State College provides for its students the most modern facilities available. The home economics curriculum at Stout leads to a bachelor of science degree with a major in home economics education, institution management, dietetics, or general home econo- mics. Diverse courses are available in the areas of food, nutrition, clothing, and textiles. De- pending upon the major which a student desires, related art, family life education, and home economics education are also included in the courses of study. For example, dietitiansfinf training view food in relation to nutrition and diseaseg institution management majors study it as the basis of a business. Teachers-tofbe con- sider methods of instruction as important as sub- ject matter itself. And all students profit from electives in related arts and family life education. An incoming industrial arts student is ex- posed to all areas of shop Work and drawing during his freshman year. The interest and ability he displays during the year help to deter' mine the emphasis of his subsequent studies. The industrial technology major, preparing men for positions in industry, was recently added to the majors in industrial and vocational educaf tion offered at Stout. Men with actual industrial experience may also enter the college to earn a degree. In some cases their experience will exempt them from certain classes. Stout's specialized offerings provide not only the qualifications for earning a livelihood, but also a means of enriching everyday life. For instance, an institution management major can prepare food as economically for her family as for her clienteleg a man Well versed in fashion' ing metal or Wood can put his skills into practice in his home as well as in the classroom. Home economics laboratories and industrial shops are furnished with several commercial brands of each piece of equipment, thus ac- quainting students with the operation of a variety of types. New facilities periodically replace or supplement those formerly in use.

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5044564 4 ' caffege Students enroll at Stout State College to earn a bachelor's degree in home economics, 'industrial edu' cation, or industrial technology. Later, some of them continue into Stoutis graduate studies program, which offers the coveted masteris degree. This year, Stoutis educational reputation attracted students from Wisf consin, 20 other states, and 14 foreign countries. In addition to preparation in Stoutis fields of educational specialization, its students also receive a broad general education in the arts and sciences, learning which also helps prepare them as responsible, informed citizens. Guidance in academic, vocational, or personal problems is always available. Church groups welcome all students and combine recreation with programs of a more serious nature. Social and recreational activities of all types are also a part of college life at Stout. Whether spon- sored by the college, organized by a small group, or casually unplanned, they give students an oppor- tunity to develop necessary social skills. Intercollegiate athletics at Stout add excitement to the college year Weekend all college activities like Winter Carnival encourage the for participants and spectators alike COOPHGUVE effort of all Students

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The Stout print shop has a double function: it offers valuable experience to students and, at the Same time, provides printed material for the college dw wad Wwiweffwmg nimeziinm