William Jewell College - Tatler Yearbook (Liberty, MO)

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TIS iW VC D11 1d rit is, ell ole of its, rip rld ra- rip Ht- 7' ar- 'fur F' , Efsfiffflfn .gi-ff WALTER POPE BINNS, A.B., Th.D., D.D. Dr. Walter Pope Binns was inaugurated as the ninth president of William Iewell College, Novem- ber II, 1943. He is a native of Georgia and vvas graduated from Mercer University, which later conferred upon him the degree of D.D. I-le was pastor of the First Baptist Church of Roanoke, Virginia before coming to Williana Ievvell. Since coming here he has been largely respon- sible for the building program launched by the school. During the past four years students as Well as faculty members have come to admire and respect Dr. Binns. His views expressed in conferences are alvvays Well thought-out and presented clearly. Our school truly is fortunate in having a man with such a gracious manner to preside in our chapel gather- ings, and on such occasions as Achievement Day and Graduation. Williarii Iewell is indeed proud of her president -a gracious gentleman and a noble leader. 11 .,.. f..,....,- , ..

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7 4 Z ff 7 af ffzwwfvf 7 5' A if Y !W DR. H. I. HESTER, VICE PRESIDENT Dr. Hester became vice-president of Williaam Iewell after serving one year as the interim president. He served the college well in this capaci- ty having held this office in a time of particular crisis. His duties besides the all-important job of taking Dr. Binns, place when he is out of town are many and varied. He was graduated from Wake Forest College in 1918 with an A. B. degree. He received his Th. M. and Th.D. from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He came to William Iewell in 1926. Along with his duties as vice-president, Dr. Hester also serves as the chairman of the Commit- tee on Religious Activities, one of the very impor- tant faculty committees. WVith this chairmanship came the drawing up of most of the plans for Religious Focus Week. He has carried out very faithfully many behind-the-scene jobs. 12 Y 4 'W .f 4 X-H . , f' 5 tl I . w wvcrfwo ia ef ffl b c-fvvt., ln addition to his administrative duties, Dr. Hester is Head of the Department of Religion and Philosophy. He is well qualified for this position both from the standpoint of his education and his ability to teach. This year he has taught three classes in Bible history. In this department he also serves as the consultant for the ministerial students on the campus. Dr. Hester serves as consultant not only to the ministerial students on the Hill but to many other students who respect his good judgment and straightforwardness. He has advised students in matters pertaining to every phase of life and many have taken his advice, thereby enriching their lives. His friendly smile and his warm word of greeting are always a source of encouragement to the stu- dents. His courtesy, understanding and brilliant mind have won for him a deep appreciation from the students and faculty members.