Weber State University - Acorn Yearbook (Ogden, UT)

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The ACORN 19 17 Department oi Physics PHYSICS is a study of th laws which are operatin throughout the universe an are governing all its physici phenomena. A student of th: science must become familia with and be able to explai such phenomena. So intricall are physical principles wove into his domestic, industria and scientific life that his edt cation is hardly begun withou some knowledge of them. I fact, they should be the ver foundation upon which th structure of a student’s edu cation is built. Under the able direction o Dr. Wayne B. Hales this dc partment of Weber is rapidl coming to the fore. The typ of laboratory work performe. therein is equal to that of man of our universities. Department oi PoliticaJ Science FOR THE first time since Weber has become a college the depart- ment of Political Science has been placed under separate management. During 1920-27 Dilworth Walker, graduate from Cornell University, has supervised this unit in which supervision he has been assisted by Professor Mayhew, instructor in Ac- counting; Denning and Thurgood, in- structors in shorthand and typing, and Taylor, of Salesmanship. The department of Political Sci- ence boasted the second largest en- rollment of students in the winter quarter, which testifies to the fact that Ogden is a business and indus- trial center. As Mr. Walker recently stated, the aim of the department is to prepare the students to participate in com- mercial enterprises. The courses are so arranged that they permit their graduates not only to enter the field of business immediately, but also to meet the demands of higher in- stitutions of learning.

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The ACORN 19 17 Department of Geology and Chemistry EXACT science, of which geology and chem- istry arc major representatives, is the basis of all culture and learning. For the most complete understanding and appreciation of life, one must possess a knowledge of the foundation, origin and evolution of life and the universe, which necessitates an enveloping ac- quaintance with the fields of geology and ChThe wide and variable mineral display of the geology department was enlarged early in the year by an excellent collection of min- erals and fossils secured by Dr. Lind in Soain. Additional specimens of Utah ores were reclass- ified, labelled and carefully arranged in a con- spicuous glass case in the new geology labora- tory. A complete set of minerals and rocks is arrayed in specially prepared cases for in- tensive use by the students. In addition, the department boasts a valuable and rare set of Geological Survey Reports and Monographs which increase in worth as time passes. The Chemistry laboratory is fully equip- ped for a well-founded two-year course whose credits are accepted by any university in the United States. This fact is a testament to the high type of instruction accorded by Dr. Lind. Department of Mathematics and Engineering AS A department few in numbers and consequently increased in efficiency, Mathematics, under the inspiring leader- ship of Merlon L. Stevenson, has more than adequately accomplished the purpose of training its students in perfect con- sistency and in careful and intense con- sideration of the problem at hand. Although Mathematics is not over-pop- ular with college students, the develop- ment secured therein is well worth the ef- forts expended. Other than Geometry and Trigonometry, with which Dr. Hales assists, courses are offered in Calculus, College Algebra and Analytic Geometry. In this connection and also in connection with Trigonometry con- siderable practical field work, constituting a mathematic’s laboratory, is required. Such practice is of value both to those who are regarding the subject as a possible profession and to those who are seeking only generalized knowledge. That this training is invaluable to the development of confidence and self-reliance is evi- dent. [25]

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The ACORN 19 17 The Department of Biological Science THE DEPARTMENT of Biological Science has enjoyed normal growth since its origin. With the recent acquirement of new quarters and much added equipment the quality of work offered is of high order. Courses are planned to promote for greatest individuality and re- sourcefulness consistent with sound pedagogy. At the present time the College catalogue lists no courses in Biological Science not sup- plemented by liberal laboratory requirements. Since classes’ usually have less than twenty-five students enrolled and the supply of specimens and equipment is adequate, all students make their own dissections and perform other re- quired exercises on a strickly individual basis. The department aims to assist the students in removing the shackels of routine and placing them on an independent plane. With such em- phasis placed on the solution of commonplace problems students should be able to cope with matters of a serious nature with more than average judgment. For those whose collegiate education is about over, the department aims to point the way to more serviceable and com- plete living. To thosd who are laying a foundation for the professions the work is planned to enable them to meet the require- ments of the most exacting institutions. Department of Home Economics THE HOME is the foundation, in fact, the origin of society. The ideals and standards maintained in the American home today will eventually determine the future of our country. The department of Home Economics seeks to amplify those standards and ideals by intensive training in the science of home management. The courses offered stress the practical development of household efficiency. Besides these general management and food courses, first aid and home nursing classes are conducted, which are accompanied by lectures and dem- onstrations. In the interests of physical compe- tence and student economy, a cafe- teria is maintained by this depart- ment. That its services are highly appreciated is evidenced by continual testaments to its quality and conveni- ence. Students under the direction of Mrs. Tanner likewise aid in pre- pairing food for various banquets and parties sponsored by the college. A tribute is indeed due Mrs. Tanner and her classes m these endeavors and in the sincerity of their desires to elevate the American home to a higher plane.