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

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Seated: Mrs. Gottlieb, Mrs. Ashenfelter, Mr. Ginter, Miss kiess, Miss Morlock, Miss Schmidt, Head, Miss Herforth, Mr. Middleton, Miss Chiappinelli, Miss Keller Standing: Mr. Carson, Mr. Cheesman, Dr. Antonowich, Mr. Fletcher, Mr. Jones, Mr. Gutscher, Mr. Keenan, Mr. Carl, Mr. Wright, Mr. Wilkinson Absent: Mr. Parry, Mr. Zitnmer MuUc CunA4C4 lum In addition to preparing teachers in the various curricula, the State Teachers College at West Chester prepares teachers in Music Education. The evolution of music demands a new type of teacher, a teacher not merely of voice, piano, or orchestral instruments, not merely a director of choral and instrumental groups, but a teacher who is capable of making music a living force in the school and in the community. The large music staff of West Chester specialists with extensive training and broad experience, produce capable music students . For vocal training. West Chester has a college choir composed of advanced students, a men ' s chorus, and a women ' s chorus. For instrumental training, there are a symphony orchestra, a concert band, a sinfonietta, and numerous small ensembles. The Music Department at West Chester through the services of its staff and of its students, attempts to make music a vital part of the college and of the community. 29

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Seated: Mi Schaub, L ' l. Stui cbuu -i, Head, Miss Leach Standing: Miss Yanisch, Mr. Yohe, Mr. Waters, Mrs. White, Mr. Davis, Mr. Graham, Miss Wade Absent: Mr. Messikomer JtealtU Ah oL Pluf,64 oal odUicatio Cun uc44.lu4n MENS SANA IN CORPORA SANA The Health Education Curriculum is designed primarily for the preparation of super isors and teachers of health and physical education in public schools. Men and women who hove completed the four year course in this curriculum are awarded the degree of Bachelor of Science in Health Education. The required course of study differs slightly for men and women students, but fundamentally it is the same. There are eight gymnastic courses, six athletic activities with instruction in approximately twelve fields of sport, two aquatics courses, two semester of dance, two hygiene courses, and other subjects including anatomy, physiology, and chemistry. Students enrolled in the Health and Physical Education Curriculum may choose their electives from any of the elective fields listed under the Secondary Educotion Curriculum areas of concentration. Included in the curriculum is an outstanding varsity program which has brought much prestige to to the college. The Women ' s Recreation Association and the men in charge of the intramural activities have organized excellent competition for men and women of all curricula in various sports. An outstanding faculty, a well-planned program, and active student participation make the Health and Physical Education Curriculum a prominent one in its field. 28

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EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Seated: Miss Baldwin, Dr. Sykes, Dr. Cressman, Head, Mr. Stover, Dr. Denworth Standing: Miss Hobbs, Dr. Walker, Mr. Bonder, Dr. Ross, Mr. Benda, Mr. Patterson Absent: Mr. Davison, Miss Smith Since West Chester is a teacher training institution, the Education Department may well be con- sidered the most important department in the college. Its purposes are to familiarize students with the nature of the American education system and to give a philosophical, legal, and technical background necessary for an effective teacher. The Education Department sponsors the Future Teachers of America, The Psychology Club and Clinic, the Philosophy Club, the Neithian Club, the Photography Club, and the Reading Clinic. Several members of the department serve as sponsors of the religious organizations on campus. ART DEPARTMENT Miss Lam ' corn, Miss Farnhom, Head, Mr. Hnllmon 30 The purpose of the Art Depart- ment is to train prospective teachers to use the various media of artistic expression available in the public schools. It also furnishes them with a background in the development of art throughout the ages. In all classes the Art Department strives to cultivate the imagination, taste, and critical judgment of the students. The department sponsors the Art Club which serves as a means of satisfying the interests of talented students. The Poster Club, also sponsored by this department, is re- sponsible for the attractive adver- tisements of campus activities.