Whittier College - Acropolis Yearbook (Whittier, CA)

Page 19 text:

Judiciously Untangle Students ' Many Problems DEAN OF WOMEN Creating a feeling of closeness to the women students of Whittier is Dr. Nellie G. Slater, Dean of Women, who can be seen constant- ly taking time out of her busy sched- ule to counsel with girls concerning various problems or to have a friendly chat. Appointed to her po- sition in July, 1961, the new Dean has done much for the growth of the women students with her policy of letting the girls themselves initi- ate the oction and then following through with them to its completion. With an ever-ready smile. Dr. Slater performs her many duties which in- clude advising the AWS Cabinet and Council, Cap and Gown, all women service groups, Intersociety, and Interdorm Councils. Students spotted the energetic Dean hurry- ing from meeting to meeting in a effort to give the Women of Whit- tier College the best program and aid that she could. DEAN OF MEN Academic Atmosphere is the goal for students at Whittier Col- lege set by Dr. Jesse W. Tarwater, Dean of Men. It is his hope that students while they are at Whittier will arise to every opportunity for self-development. A certified state psychologist. Dr. Tarwater has a wide background of work in the behavorial sciences and is listed in the catalogue American Men of Science. At Whittier, he supervises the Associated Men Students ' Cabi- net and sponsors the men in their social activities. He is a member of the Board of Publications and ad- viser for Associated Students of Whittier College Exec. 15

Page 18 text:

Administrators, School Trouble Shooters DEAN OF THE COLLEGE Responsible for the academic endeavors of Whittier College is Dr. Harold S. Spenser, Dean of the College. Known to faculty and students alike. Dr. Spencer, a member of the Convocation Committee, handles all the faculty activities. His busy schedule also includes being a member of the Co-Curricu- lar Committee, past Chairman of the Biol- ogy Department, Professor of Biology, and handling all matters pertaining to curricu- lum. In his spare time he has completed a book entitled the Trees of Whittier. When the academic year is over, Dr. Spencer acts as Director of the Summer Session. In addi- tion to these activities, he serves as Secre- tary of the Board of Trustees of the Metro- politan Hospital and a fellow of the Ameri- can Association for the Advancement of Science. BOARD OF TRUSTEES Prominent leaders in the community of Whittier compose the college Board of Trustees who contribute both time and money in developing the school ' s resources. Students can often spot these people as they survey the campus for future develop- ments and check the progress of new buildings. These citizens, each one out- standing in his own right, guide the col- lege policies. It is to them that Whittier College owes its high academic and cultural standing. BOARD OF TRUSTEES — Front row, I. to r.: Ashlon M. Olis, Thomas V . Bewley, Chairman Vera H. Reilly, Sanda Bloke, Ethel K. Eckels, Dr. Raymond Thompson, John Stouffer. Row 2: La Motte T. Cohu, Dr. Homer Rosenberger, V alter Knott, Senator John A. Murdy, Jr., Milton A. Maclean, Thomas M. Erwin, Dr. C. C. Trillingham, Dr. Paul S. Smith, John Swain. 14

Page 20 text:

Robert Clift Manager of Bookstore James Compton Physician Administrators - All Whether it is battling through endless lines at registration time, collecting funds, recording grades, publicizing college events, or guarding the campus health conditions, the administrative staff seeks to see that students are spiritually and physically fit. Robert O ' Brien can be seen usher- ing junior high students about campus as George Tenopir shuffles through piles of admission pa- pers in his office. Mrs. Scott finds her alpha- bet limited to five letters as she maintains the students ' grade records. Chief financier is Joseph Rav linson while James Moore and Bertha Hodg- kinson direct school public relations. From rubber bands to classical novels, Robert Clift is familiar with a variety of items that he handles in the Student Book Store. Conducting religious activities of the school is Rev. Wendell Hooke. Dr. Compton supervises campus health. Each a leader in his own field, the Administrative Staff continues to meet the needs and demands of a growing cam- pus. Bertha Hodgkinson Assistant (News Bureau) Director Rev. Wendell Hook Ctiaplain James Moore Director of Public Relations Robert O ' Brien Associate Director of Admissions Joseph Rawllnson Business Manager Mildred Scott Registrar George Tenopir Director of Admissions