Western Michigan University - Brown and Gold Yearbook (Kalamazoo, MI)

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During Exploration of Faith Weckj the English majors held a panel discussion. Mr. ( harles Smith aets as moderator. Schprecken sie Deutsrh? asks Dr. Herman Rothfuss in his German rlass. Or. Robert Friedman lectures his class on philosophy. Advanced Writing and Creative Writing. In con- junction with this the department promotes Calli- ope , the campus literary magazine. The depart- ment also sponsors essay contests and a film series. Topics of the day and literary criticisms are sub- jects for the English major and minor meetings, a monthly informal gathering of students and faculty. Every member of the staff of the Language de- partment has traveled or studied outside the United States. Mention of Rome, Paris or Mexico City in class always invites a brief description or reminis- cence from the instructor. In the light of this in- troduction to the world beyond our horizons, it is not surprising that several students are always polishing up their French, German, or Spanish for residence abroad. The Department of History offers a wide variety of courses ranging from ancient Rome to modern Michigan. It covers the social, political, economic, and cultural aspects of nations throughout the world. As an introduction to History, the Depart- ment offers Foundations of Western Civilization which traces man from pre-historic time to the present day. There are art courses designed for every type of student. The Art department has moulded its cur- riculum so that if a student wishes to become a teacher, professional or commercial artist or just to take a course for his own satisfaction and enjoy- ment, he can fulfill his desire. 20

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Mr. Frank Householder conducts a class in literatim . The Speech Correction department, headed by Dr. Van Riper is one of Western ' s widely recognized departments. Its clinic serves three main functions: to serve as training laboratory for students major- ing in speech correction; to give needed speech therapy to Western ' s students having speech or hearing defects; and to provide diagnostic and counseling service to out patients who are referred from all parts of the state. In addition to the specialized courses in English and American literature, the English department offers courses in Journalism. Mr. Dopheidc ami hi student ' s hand enable adult stutterers — device in him to hear himself talk. Dr. Zack York listens as a student gives an interpreted reading. 19

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Mr. John Kemper Lends his assistance willingly in the elementary design rlass. Not all art is done by hand. Two students are caught operating a press in graphics class. Western ' s policy is to see that the work of the individual student is recognized. Through the use of student ideas and creations, the campus has found an originality and personality of its own. Few other schools can boast of as extensive use of student talent. Mr. Robert Scheiber teaches a class in siring instruments. 21