West Virginia University - Monticola Yearbook (Morgantown, WV)

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DR. THOMAS EDWARD HODGES A man big in body, mind and soul, lie is recognized by the students as one of the boys . West Virginia may well be proud that she has a native son capable of filling the important position of President of the State University. Through his strong per- sonality and his executive ability West Vir- ginia University has entered upon a growth which will soon place her among the lead- ing educational institutions of the country. DR. ALEXANDER REID WHITEHILL Dr. Whitehill is one of the oldest mem- bers of the faculty in point of service and one of the best liked by the students. Through his untiring efforts and his thorough knowledge of his subject he has done much to make the Chemistry depart- ment one of the strongest in the University. PROF. EDWIN F. CHURCH Jr. The College of Engineering is fortunate in having upon its staff of instructors a man of the caliber of Professor Church. He has been instrumental in raising the College to its present high standard of ef- ficiency. He is an untiring worker and en- deavors to instil his industry into those under him.

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DR. JAMES MORTON CALLAHAN West Virginia University is fortunate in having at tlie liead of lier liistory depart- ment a man who is a master of fiis subject. Dr. Callahan has an enviable reputation as an author and a lecturer. Thoroughness is the keynote of his work. An enthusiast in his subject, he has proven a source of in- spiration and encouragement to ambitious students. PROF. W. H. ALDERMAN Under the careful supervision of Profes- sor Alderman the department of Horticul- ture has grown from its small beginning with one instructor to its present efficient force of five members. It is largely due to his efforts that the department of Hor ti- culture is now doing its large and useful work throughout the state. DR. .JOHN L. SHELDON In Dr. Sheldon West Virginia has a man whose reputation as a Botanist is interna- tional. Dr. Sheldon is not only a master of his subject but is also a teacher of great ability. He wins the good will of all who have work under him.