York College of Pennsylvania - Horizon Tower Yearbook (York, PA)

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With pride, Dr. Miller likes to explain the interest- ing features of the new library to visitors and par- ents of students. Dr. Miller welcomes office visitors. President Dr. Ray A, Miller A MASTER BUILDER DEVOTED TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THIS COLLEGE Dean Norbeck and committee present first re- cording of YJC Glee Club. Trustee John C. Schmidt and Dr. Miller serve on York Anti-Poverty Act committee. SEATED: Mildred K. Binder, Harry Seyler, Francis Grady and Judge Robert I. Shadle, chairman. STANDING: John C. Schmidt, Philip Tin- dall. Dr. Miller. 20

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Most Significant Event of 1964 DECISION TO BECOME FOUR-YEAR COLLEGE No ' ember 16, 1964, and HISTORY was in the makinf; at York Junior College. On that day the Board of Trustees decided to develop YJC into a four-year college. Mr. Benjamin Root, president of tiie Trustees stated that the date for admitting the first freshman class for study leading to the Baccalaureate was set for September 1968, but several im- portant things would have to be done to make it a reality. In the intervening period, an intensive study of facilities, fac- ulty add itions, admission policies, and new courses must be un- dertaken. There are also the matters of creating a half million dollar endowment, discussion with and guidance by the Penn- sylvania Department of Public Instruction, plus the addition of 25,000 ' olumes to the library. The curricula leading to a four-year degree will be Liberal Arts and Business Administration. At a special Convocation, November 18, 1964 Dr. Miller an- nounces the Trustees ' decision. Students assemble on bleachers to hear the big news. 19

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Administrative Staff Fred C. Smith, Dean of Academic Affairs, always puts his best foot forward. AFFABLE EXECUTIVES CREATE FRIENDLY, COOPERATIVE FEELING Ablv and enthusiasticly leading our college is our presi- dent. Dr. Ray Miller. Assisting him is a competent staff of deans, secretaries, business managers and a loyal custodian grou]3. Whether attending professional meetings, serving the community, or just doing routine jobs — all have one goal, a better York Junior College. Dr. Gates, Dean of Student Aflfairs, at lunch. Now, don ' t get me wrong, Pete, but a little less water ... Bradley Culbertson, Director of Admissions, weighs every applica- tion seriously. Alfred Williams, Bursar, exemplies to the students — tuition, financial aid, fees and a hail, hearty fellow, well met.