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

Page 22 text:

DEAN OF MEN Dr. W. Glenn Killinger has filled the position of Dean of Men since 1935. An extremely vibrant and energetic figure, he was recently selected for the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame. Dr. Killingei is ably aided in social and academic development of the men by Mr. Robert M. Mitten. In addition to his duties as Assistant Dean of Men, Mr. Mitten compe- tently teaches class in physical education and is backfield coach for the victorious football team. DEAN OF WOMEN The Dean of Women, M. Jean Caton, and the Assistant Deans, Bernice H. Bernatz and Florence B. Inghram. strive to offer a program which will make the tran- sition from high school to college a continuous and successful educational experience by extending the learning processes beyond the classroom into group living situations. They foster and encourage an at- mosphere of intellectual pursuit and development of good leadership and social responsibility. 18

Page 21 text:

DEANS The genial mediators between the students and admin- istration are Dr. Jack A Owens, Dean of Student Af- fairs, and Mr. William R. Benner, Assistant to the Dean of Student Affairs. When we consider all of the social and athletic events during the year, we can see what a large job these men have. Student employ- ment and the infirmary are two more of their concerns. Dr. Walter J. Gale, Dean of Academic Affairs, is a relative newcomer to our campus. He supervises all aspects of the student ' s academic life, including the scheduling, placement, admission, curriculum, and li- brary. Dr. Gale also teaches an Educational Psycholog ' class, for he feels that the administration should try to become as close to the student body as possible. The college financial expert is Dr. Kenneth Widdall, Dean of Administrative Affairs. Dr. Widdall is the haison officer between Harrisburg and West Chester. Each year he must balance the college budget and over- see the operation of all physical facilities. He is in the midst of planning for new construction and pur- chasing land for the further expansion of the campus. 17

Page 23 text:

Admissions, under the direction of Dr. Ross and Mr. Leeds, is a vital office, since it makes the initial contact with prospective students. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Public relations conveys an image of our college to outsiders. This pressing position is performed by Mr. Haupt, who records activities. Sincere friendly advice of Mr. Emil Mrs. Shippee, our registrar, adds an H. Messikomer, Director of Undergrad- aura of color and sophistication to uate Studies, helps students meet our office staff. Determination and problems of study and future aims, efficiency characterize her work. As Business Manager, Mr. Shaefer To broaden the college offerings, conservatively directs all trans- the multi-faceted Liberal Arts Pro- actions of financial note. He also gram has developed under the direction interviews non-teaching personnel, of the amicable Dr. Kenneth Slagle. Dr. Evans is the thoroughly affable, gracious director of the practice teaching program. He aids m the ob- taining of positions for graduates. As Athletic Director, Mr. R. Reese is in charge of equipment, trans- portation, publicity, and schedu- ling of every major athletic event, s 19