Western Ohio College - Reflection Yearbook (Celina, OH)

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Warren Abraham. Acting- Provost of Wright State assured students that the branch campus would receive the same standards of education as the main campus. He pointed out that all faculty members are screened through their respective departments and that the needs of the branch campus are kept in mind. Merritt M. Wood, History Department, pointed out another advantage of the University: Another advantage of Wright State is that it is big enough to serve you, but small enough to serve you. For those students who hate to leave their family and friends, Wright State is the perfect solution. Students also have more of an opportunity to know their professors and to en- gage in meaningful and stimula- ting discussions not possible at larget universities where pupil- instructor contact is limited. Another attraction is the number of courses offeregi at night, More students are able to work full time and still attend classes. Wright State has further recognized its pus seems destined for success. responsibilities to the community by providing for student loans and a work-study program. Most students feel that the branch campus has tried to meet their needs both academically and financially. Of course the new campus itself will be a big advantage to everyone. Located by Grand Lake, St. Marys on spacious grounds, the campus promises to be one of the loveliest in the state. The new buildings, among them, a marine biology unit, will be well equipped to meet the students' needs. Therefore, the faculty, stu- dents, and the community have many reasons to be enthusiastic about the change from the Edu- cational Foundation to a branch campus. University status has brought many rewards for everyone. The future of the Celinabranch cam- . vymwtw't t t t t t t t t Witt t l lltilt l 1 1. M 'w 4! Ht Wt 1 All: t t t Egg? I t q t kt l H tl I I till 'I

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On June 29, 1969 the West- ern Ohio Education Foundation turned over the Celina-based college program that it had di- rected for six years under the auspices of Ohio Northern Uni- versity to Wright State Universi- ty. The change-over opened the way for many opportunities for the college and the community; Among those attending the ded- ication ceremony were Dr. Brage Golding, President of Wright State, Governor James Rhodes, Roger Stauffer, Celina Resident Director, and Dr, John Millett; Chancellor of the Board of Re- gents. During the ceremony, Governor Rhodes announced to a crowd of over 400 spectators that he was securing a grant of 2 million dollars for the construci tion of a new local branchfacil- ity. Administrators, faculty, and students -rejoiced that the fu- ture of the new Western Ohio Branch Campus of Wright State University seemed brightindeed. 4 E g aggro ah: M liiitx ighitwgitl W W l h 1 Le l hagl Naturally with the change came a certain amount of con- fusion. There were new forms to be scrutinized, new course num- bers, and many other problems to be met. Registration seemed at times like a nightmare of look- ing up new requirements, decid- ing on which courses had been taken under the former affiliated institution, and investigating the many new courses available. HOWevet, everyone agreed that the advantages of the change far outWeighed any temporary in- conveniences. Mrs. Carol Hagen, Instructor of English noted: The change- over to Wright State University is going to be advantageous. The Celina Branch already had in- creased enrollment. I think students and faculty both will be happy now that We are a real branch campus. In my opinion, the local area is fortunate to have the Western Ohio Branch Campus here. It offers many who otherwisewould find it impossible to continue their education, a chance 'to obtain college degrees. Mr. Michael Jenkins, In- structor of Mathematics also fav- ored the change. Not only will enrollment increase, but the community itself will benefit especially through college per- sonnel who will come here to live and take an active interest in the area. In ct e as ed enrollment has made it possible to offer a more diversified curriculum. Students seemed pleased to be able to take many new courses. Mr. Stauffer stressed that an objective of the branch campus has been to provide a curriculum to meet the needs of the community.

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Our F uture Site The site for the new Western Ohio Branch Campus of Wright State University is at the intersection of Dibble Road and State Route 29. The Western Ohio Educational Foundation has pur- chased 173 acres at this location. This site will have 1623 feet of lakefront land. This land was purchased at a cost of$263, 000, which is being paid for by contributions from business, industry, and individuals in the four-oounty area,