West Chester University - Serpentine Yearbook (West Chester, PA)

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Mr. W ' ixfield Menhennett, B.S.. M.A. Dean of Instruction To the Class of 1941: Today, one of the verv important questions which youth must face is this: Are you prepared to take the next step forward? In the days now long gone by, the answer was easy and usually in the affirmative. Society was more stable. Youth felt a greater sense of security. Landmarks and standards of social and moral development were well established, and they were scarcely ever questioned or challenged. During the past few years, youth has come to face a strange and, at times, an almost chaotic world. In many areas, the feeling of security has vanished. So much of society is unstable, as the norms of behavior change so rapidly. Tradi- ti ons lose their power. The former landmarks, once so cherished, have been lost in the flux of the changes of society, leaving many persons to drift more or less aim- lessly. Now , at the close of your college training, it may be well to take time to con- sider the question: What has West Chester given to me that will make me able to take the next step forward and to do so wisely? We trust that the training which you have received may give you a feeling of security because you are well-equipped to take your place in one of the noblest of professions. You, too, may be prepared to help stabilize the society in which you work. Unselfish service, devoted loyalty, and a strong feeling of good will and understanding are characteristic attributes which you may use in building a better community. Your finer senses and moral values may be the agencies which you may use to reestablish the standards so necessary for those who follow you and look to you as an ideal leader. West Chester will look to you in the future; and it is our hope that you will always be seen as men and women of noble character, keen intellect, and strong, healthy physical bodies. Every good wish for your happiness and success goes to you and with you. Cordially yours, WiNFIELD W. MeXIIENNETT, Dean oj Inslrtuiion Twenty -eight

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President Charles S. Swope, A.B., A.M. Twentv-seven

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iMRS. Clyde King, B.A., M.A. Demi ol If omen W Associated with Mrs. King in Main Dorm is Miss Ruby Boggs, Adviser to Women. We as Seniors have been working with her tor the two years that she has been with our campus group, and in that time we have recognized her complete understanding oi the young citizen and the prob- lems of his relationships with the group. Many ot us will remember her as a vigorous personality and a charmina woman. Main Dorm, the social center ot our community, is ably presided over by Mrs. King, our Dean ot Women. Because ot her active interest in all activities, her willing cooperation in any situation, and her helpiul suggestions at all times, she is respected bv all who know her. Miss Rum BoGGS, B.S., M.A. .■ (Av ' .itT ( ' U ' omen Tvventv-nme