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

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Assistant Dean Serra finds time to listen to the problems of indi- vidual students. Another Assistant Dean of Men is Mr. Charles Donnelly. Mr. William Sweet works with the personnel in the Men ' s Residence Halls. Dean J. Towner Smith is advisor to the Men ' s Union Board in addition to his many other activities. DEAN OF MEN J. Towner Smith, Dean of Men, not only helps male students with their problems, but also advises the Men ' s Union Board and Men ' s Disciplinary Review Board. Dean Smith helps students understand themselves and develop their creative and academic potential. Assistant Dean of Men, Mr. Joseph Serra, tries to keep fraternities and residence halls working smoothly. Mr. Charles Donnelly and Mr. William Sweet make decisions about off-campus housing, the Men ' s Student Court, and student recom- mendations. 21

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Dean Lichty may be consulted freely on any matter which she can be of assistance. DEAN OF WOMEN Dr. Elizabeth E. Lichty, Dean of Women, meets directly with the students to discuss and exchange ideas concerning University policies as well as personal counseling. Thus, Dr. Lichty is a link be- tween the women students and the administration. Miss Marie L. Stevens, Assistant Dean of Women at Western Michigan University will become Associate Dean of Students on July 1 of this year. As Associate Dean of Students, Miss Stevens will succeed Dr. Lichty, whose resignation as Dean of Women becomes effective June 30. Miss Stevens ' new position retains the full responsibilities of the Dean of Women. As Assistant Dean of Women, Miss Margaret Romey tries to solve off -campus housing problems which were very numerous this year. Assistant Dean of Women, Miss Stevens, will soon be the new Dean of Women. In charge of student personnel work is Assistant Dean Margaret Romey. 20

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SPECIAL AGENCIES Observation more than books, experience rather than persons, are the prime educators. Through the Campus School, headed by Dr. Donald C. Weaver, students are given the chance to observe and experience teaching in Elementary, Junior High, and Senior High Schools. Dr. Donald C. Weaver Director of Campus School The aim of education should be to convert the mind into a living fountain, and not a reservoir. Dr. Dorothy McGinnis was given the position of Director of the Psycho-Educational Clinic this year to maintain the functions of the Clinic. The Clinic prepares students to do educational and psychological work with children and adults and provides educational and psychological services to parents, teachers, and college students. Dr. Dorothy McGinnis Director of the Psycho-Educational Clinic To make the world better, lovelier, and happier, is the noblest work of man or woman. The Institute of Regional Studies, headed by Dr. Claude Phillips tries to bring a greater understanding of the non- western world to the students of Western Michi- gan University. Also, it coordinates activities of an international character centering at the Uni- versity. Dr. Phillips will serve as Director of the Peace Corps program this summer at Western Michigan. Dr. Claude S. Phillips Director of the Institute of Regional Studies 22