Weber State University - Acorn Yearbook (Ogden, UT)

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MERLON L. STEVENSON With a character found- ed on a firm belief in sportsmanship and fair play. Merlon Stevenson imparts to all those who know him a desire to live up to the ideals which are an integral part of his own creed. Through his ex- ample students have adopt- ed a finer, more worth- while perception of life. HE Indian summer falls upon the world like a misty veil brightened with gorgeous red and orange color. As the breeze gently sways the branches, leaves flutter away and fall upon the lawn, making a carpet of ever-changing patterns. Sprays of cool water leap in the sunshine, making prism colors, and fall gently upon the grass. cJYtathematics and Engineering |UR department of Mathemat- ics and Engineering prepares those who are its worthy followers for a definite place in the affairs of the world. Through clear, concise explanations and original treatment of proof the students of mathematics find it easy to grasp not only theorematic conclusions, but the reasons for such conclusions; and therefore they possess a key to greater possibilities in their chosen field. After having acquired a firm foundation in mathematics, the engineering students are taught the practical application of scientific knowledge, the use of intricate instruments; in fact, all those pre- liminaries which are a necessity to more advanced work. Page 14

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English Language and Literature 1011 ISLE AD by its power frl| and inspired by its beauty, all great artists and devotees of literature have loved language. All of us, in one way or another, are vassals of the written word. It forms our opinions, unlocks the doors to King’s Treasuries,” and, in general, acts as an inconspicuous, but no less potent, guide ithrough life. How important, then, to understand the proper use and composition of English! In the classes of Marian T. Read the inspiration and material neces- sary for these achievements is found in affluence. During the autumn quarter the work centered in orient- ation towards goals, professional and cultural. Craftsmanship, the qual- ity stressed in creative writing dur- ing the winter season, was continued throughout the spring quarter in advanced expository writing, which emphasized particularly the process- es of definition and analysis. COOL, green lawn, fra- grant shrubs, and tall, majestic trees have mellow- ed the cold red brick below the bronze monument into a friendly strength. Overhead the brilliant blue sky, flecked with snowy clouds, gives promise of a fine day, while gaiety and anticipation combine pleasingly with a certain quiet dig- MARIAN T. READ The spirit of service, of comradeship, of adventur- ous curiosity that animates the personality of a suc- cessful teacher, distinctive- ly characterizes Miss Read. There is always present about her an atmosphere of culture , She inspires a student to want to be- come somebody , No wor- rying about that teacher's mood from day to day! , nity to give fair promise of a suc- cessful year. It will be one which will live forever as a beautiful memory in the lives of many of the students. Enjoying the cool delights of the broad green campus they will learn to love the old College build- ing and the Grecian splendor of the Gymnasium. Page 13

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EVA BROWNING Captain of quiet, Miss Browning bolds her com- pany of students under the discipline of a scholarly attitude. Always ready to help, always willing to forgive, she maintains tl e friendship of all, while with a lovable dignity, she preserves the power of her captaincy. Library HAT the Weber stu- dents might have the great- est facility in research material, an extensive library has been collected and maintained. The reading room is large, airy, well- lighted and conducive to quiet study. Reference books are easily available. The main checking room is sup- plied with numerous books on all subjects for which students call. They are correctly catalogued, label- ed, and arranged so that material is always at hand. Secondary to this room is the fiction division, where students of literature find their chosen books with little difficulty. It is through the untiring efforts of Eva Browning, librarian, that the Weber Library has become a Mecca for students needing ready reference, detailed treatises, or the finest liter- ary masterpieces. HE scene, in a few weeks changes. A strong north wind has stripped the trees of their brilliant leaves. Forlorn they stand waiting for the snow that will hide their branches. The flowers droop frost-bitten; the grass crunches under-foot, and the frozen dew drops are pressed into unyield- ing ground. Page IS