University of the South - Cap and Gown Yearbook (Sewanee, TN)

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26 FACIILTY

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hidden by a long black robe, most of The Faculty may still be spotted by the amount of chalk stains on these robes. Scientists have not yet been able to identify the natural habitat of The Faculty. Although it is widely advertised at almost all Universities that The Faculty may be found in its Office, these creatures have only been surprised there by care- fully laid snares and phenomenal patience. There have been reported sightings of members of The Faculty in such places as the pub, the library, the snack bar, and various social events. However, these sightings are generally not considered accurate indications of the creature ' s natural habitat. According to most accounts the best place to observe Aci- demia ad nauseum is in the large rooms full of chairs found throughout the central part of the University ' s Domain . At regular intervals, masses of The Students flock to these rooms to observe the antics of The Faculty. There seem to be very few common characteristics in the behavior of these creatures at such time. Whereas some may simply stand behind a tall wood- en post and address The Students in a sleepy monotone, others may leap about the room, scribble on large pieces of slate, and foam at the mouth. During such occasions The Faculty wear their chalk-stained black robes, a practice which leads scientists to believe the activity to be some sort of preparatory rite for the Exams. FACULTY 25

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The Administration 1. Vice Chancellor Robert M. Ayres, 2. Arthur M. Schaefer, Provost, 3. William U. Whipple, Vice-President for Development, 4, Douglas D. Paschall, Associate Dean of the College, 5. Mary Susan Cushman, Dean of Women, 6. J. Douglas Seiters, Dean of Men, 7. W. Brown Patterson, Dean of the College. FACULTY 27