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

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Dwight D. Chinnock, M.A., is Supervisor -of Student Teaching. Although Mr. Chinnock is ac- tive in several organizations, he still finds time to putter about his yard. Marian Deininger, Ph.D., is As- sistant Professor of Social Science. Miss Deininger, who returned to Stout after a five- year absence, finds pleasure in the study of America's many ethnic groups. Dwight L. Agnew, Ph.D., Head of the Department Social Science. The annals the erstwhile lumbering town Menomonie are as fascinating to Dr. Agnew as the history of the modern world. Robert Bostwick, M.A., is As- sistant Professor of Physical Education. After a demanding ac U schedule of coaching and teach- ing, Mr. Bostwick enjoys his Proudly They Serve Throughout the seventy-one years of Stout's growth, the college faculty, too, has increased in size and distinction. The efforts of its members have been combined with those of the administration towards the betterment of the college. To this end, faculty members constantly supplement their understanding of their subject matter by reading of current advances in their fields and by engaging in extra study. Many of them spend much of their leisure time in travel or in widely diversified reading, thus keeping informed of world developments. The teaching staff is active in groups beyond campus boundaries and outside school hours, with several professional and civic associations claiming Stout's faculty as members and leaders., The profes- sorate also serves in an advisory capacity to campus organizations and works closely with students in religious, recreationalfand profession-centered activi- ties. Faculty members' limited free time is occupied with such dissimilar pursuits as rock-hunting, fishing, and bridge-playing. Their interests vary, too, science- fiction, handicrafts, and the study of Spanish appear- ing on the list. l-ligh professional standards, command of subject matter, and broad extra-curricular interests unite the Stout State College faculty. f new home and children. Max Sparger, B.A., is Director of the Student Center. Mr. Sparger organizes and coordi- nates the affairs of the busy Center, the scene of every con- ceivable student activity.

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Fern M. Horn, Ed.D., is Acting Dean of Home Economics. ln her year at Stout Miss l-lorn has gained the admira- tion of faculty and students alike. ifwcting the Cuwege Furthering Advancement The administrative staff of Stout State College strives constantly to maintain and develop Stout's high standards and its world-wide reputation. Together with faculty, administration members serve on the committees which determine college policies. They must be constantly alert to the needs of students and aware ofthe evolving demands of the professions for which the students are preparing. Curriculum and policy revisions are not made without due consideration, but now and then justified modifica- tions occur. The recent expansion of the program of graduate studies at Stout is an example. Although their executive positions and busy schedules preclude close contact with students as a routine, the administration demonstrates a deep interest in student welfare and a sincere desire to help when problems arise. Services such as interest and aptitude tests upon entrance to Stout and job place- ment upon graduation are available through the administration. The administrators are willing, too, to aid and counsel students throughout college. ln all matters they bend their efforts towards the better- ment of the college they serveq 'Q '4i4Uwf Margaret Fillman, M.A., is Dean of Women. Aside from her administrative duties, Miss Fillman also teaches guidance, her consuming spare-time interest, archeology, is quite a contrast. Frank J. Belisle, M.A., is Registrar and Placement Chair- man. A man of community interests, Mr. Belisle has been engrossed in the attempt to consolidate Dunn County's school system. L

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K.T. Olsen, M.S., is Associate Professor of Industrial Educa- tion, During the summer months Mr. Olsen fights a con- tinuous battle against the weeds in his flower-and-vege- table garden. Robert Swanson, Ph.D., is Head of the Department of Wood- working. Named Outstanding Young Man by the Jaycees, Dr. Swanson was chosen, in part, for his work in the field of plastics development. Facultv members trip the light fantastic at an all-school dance in the Student Center. i5 Edwin W. Dyas, M.A., is Assist- ant Professor of Industrial Edu- cation. A dedicated do-it-your- selfer, Mr. Dyas' consuming passion is to complete the work on his new home. Roy C. Johnson, M.A., is Head of the Department of Physical Education. The breeze over Tainter Lake tempers the heat of summer days at Mr. John- son's cottage. Robert J. Melrose, M.A., is ln- structor of Social Science. Mr. Melrose's personal collection of Lincolniana affords him en- joyment and a never-failing topic for conversation.