state Teachers
West Chester, Pennsylvania
Anderson Halt.
STATE TEACHERS
COLLEGE BULLETIN
WEST CHESTER, PENNSYLVANIA
1953-1954 Sessions
CATALOGUE NUMBER
Vol. LXXXI
STATE TEACHERS COLLEGE
February, 1953
WEST CHESTER, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 1
THIS COLLEGE IS A MEMBER OF THE
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES
FOR TEACHER EDUCATION AND THE MID-
DLE STATES ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES
AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Issued four times a year, February, March, April, and May by the
Trustees of the State Teachers College at West Chester, Pennsylvania.
Entered as second class matter March 3, 1931, at the Post Office
at West Chester, Pennsylvania, under the Act of Congress
of August 24, 1912.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
College Calendar 5-6
Board of Trustees 7
Administrative Officers 8
Faculty 9
Staffs — Secretarial, Business, Health Service,
Maintenance 17
Cooperating Training Teachers and Centers 18
General Information — History, Location, Grounds
and Buildings 20
The Purpose and Aim of the State Teachers College
at West Chester 25
College Community Organization and Administration 27
Admission to the College 36
Student Life 41
Extra-Curricular Activities 42
Publications 44
Scholarships 44
Loans 46
Student Help Employment 47
Expenses 49
Curricula Offered at West Chester 56
Certification of Teachers 77
Description of Courses by Departments ^^- 80
Summer Sessions 134
Extension Work 135
College Courses for Teachers 136
Enrollment 137
Index 139
Registration Blank — 141
West Chester, Pennsylvania
COLLEGE CALENDAR - 1953-1954
The Summer Sessions, 1953
Pre-Session
Registration: 8:30-11:30 A.M Monday, June 8
Classes begin 1:30 P.M Monday, June 8
Classes end : Friday, June 26
Regular Session
Registration: 8:30-11:30; 1:30-3:30 Monday, June 29
Classes begin Tuesday, June 30
Classes end Friday, August 7
Posf-Session
Registration: 8:30-11:30 A.M Monday, August 10
Classes begin 1 :30 P.M Monday, August 10
Clases end Friday, August 28
The Academic Year, 1953-1954
The First Semester
Registration of Freshmen and Seniors Tuesday, Sept. 8
Registration of Sophomores and Juniors Wednesday, Sept. 9
Classes begin at 8:00 A.M Thursday, Sept. 10
Thanksgiving Recess begins at the
close of classes Tuesday, Nov. 24
Thanksgiving Recess ends at 8:00 A.M Monday, Nov. 30
Christmas Recess begins at the
close of classes Wednesday, Dec. 16
Christmas Recess ends at 8:00 A.M Monday, Jan. 4
First Semester ends at noon Thursday, Jan. 21
The Second Semester
Registration Monday, Jan. 25
Classes begin at 8:00 A.M Tuesday, Jan. 26
Easter Recess begins at the close of classes Tuesday, April 13
Easter Recess ends at 8:00 A.M Tuesday, April 20
Alumni Day Saturday, May 22
Baccalaureate Services Sunday, May 23
Commencement Monday, May 24
State Teachers College
COLLEGE CALENDAR - 1954-1955
The Summer Sessions, 1954
Pre-Session
■^
Registration: 8:30-11:30 A.M Monday, June 7
Classes begin 1:30 P.M Monday, June 7
Classes end Friday, June 25
Regular Session
Registration: 8:30-11:30; 1:30-3:30 Monday, June 28
Classes begin Tuesday, June 29
Classes end Friday, August 6
Post-Session
Registration: 8:30-11:30 A.M Monday, August 9
Classes begin 1:30 P.M Monday, August 9
Classes end Friday, August 27
The Academic Year, 1954-1955
The First Semester
Registration of Freshmen and Seniors Tuesday, Sept. 7
Registration of Sophomores and Juniors Wednesday, Sept. 8
Classes begin at 8:00 A.M Thursday, Sept. 9
Thanksgiving Recess begins at the
close of classes Tuesday, Nov. 23
Thanksgiving Recess ends at 8:00 A.M Monday Nov. 29
Christmas Recess begins at the
close of classes Wednesday, Dec. 15
Christmas Recess ends at 8:00 A.M Monday, Jan. 3
First Semester ends at noon Thursday, Jan. 20
The Second Semester
Registration Monday, Jan. 24
Classes begin at 8:00 A.M Tuesday, Jan. 25
Easter Recess begins at the close of classes Tuesday, April 5
Easter Recess ends at 8:00 A.M Tuesday, April 12
Alumni Day Saturday, May 21
Baccalaureate Services Sunday, May 22
Commencement Monday, May 23
West Chester, Pennsylvania
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION
Francis B. Haas Superintendent of Public Instruction
Henry Klonower Director, Teacher Education and Certification
John K. Trayer Assistant Director
Stanley A. Wengert Assistant Director
STATE COUNCIL OF EDUCATION
Francis B, Haas, President and Chief Executive Officer
Mrs. Ruth B. Dowling, Secretary
W. Floyd Clinger Warren
Elsie M. Heckman AUentown
Donald L. Helfferich CoUegeville
G. Morris Smith Selinsgrove
Miles Horst Palmyra
Robert C. Shaw Camp Hill
John J. Sullivan Philadelphia
Herbert J. Stockton Johnstown
COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Raymond S. Shortlidge, President Paoli
John L. Johnson, Vice-President West Chester
Mrs. Frances Price Donahoo, Secretary-Treasurer Chester
Mrs. Anna B. Cooper Doylestown
Frank F. Truscott Philadelphia
Mrs. Irma P. Knauer Pottstown
Thomas A. Riley Westtown
Abram D. Kulp Norristown
Samuel P. Cloud West Chester
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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS
Charles S. Swope President
L. Forrest Free Dean of Instruction
B. Paul Ross Registrar and Director of Admissions
Earl F. Sykes Director of Student Teaching and Placement
Mark M. Evans Director of Elementary Education and
Principal of the Demonstration School
Irene M. King Dean of Women
Leone E. Broadhead Assistant Dean of Women
W. Glenn Killinger Dean of Men and Head Coach
of Football and Baseball
William R. Benner Assistant Dean of Men and
Faculty Manager of Athletics
Emil H. Messikomer Director of Personnel and
Head Coach of Basketball
Everett E. Shaefer Bursar
Thomas A. Pitt Steward and Superintendent of
Buildings and Grounds
West Chester, Pennsylvania
FACULTY *
1952-1953
Charles S. Swope President
West Chester State Teachers College; Dickinson College, B.A.;
University of Pennsylvania, A.M.; Dickinson College, Pd.D.
Robert F. Anderson Department of Mathematics, Emeritus
West Chester State Teachers College; Villanova College, B.A., M.A., Sc.D.
Grace D. McCarthy Department of English, Emeritus
University of Michigan, B.A.; University of Chicago, M.A.
Anne M. Goshen Department of Education, Emeritus
West Chester Teachers College; University of Michigan, B.L.;
University of Pennsylvania, A.M.
Gertrude K. Schmidt Department of Music, Emeritus
Institute of Musical Art, New York; Trenton State Normal School;
New York University, B.S. Mus., M.A.
Charles W. Heathcote Department of Social Studies, Emeritus
Gettysburg College, B.A.; University of Pennsylvania, A.M.;
George Washington University, Ph.D.
Marion Farnham Department of Art, Emeritus
Massachusetts School of Art; University of Puerto Rico, B. A.;
Boston University, M.A.
WiNFiELD W. Menhennett Dean of Instruction, Emeritus
East Stroudsburg State Teachers College; New York University, B.S., M.A.
S. Elizabeth Tyson Department of English
West Chester State Teachers College; New York University, B.S., M.A.
Edward Zimmer, Jr. Department of Music
Institute of Musical Art, New York; New York University, B.S., M.A.
Hazel L. Lamborn Department of Art
West Chester State Teachers College;
Pennsylvania Museum and School of Industrial Arts;
Columbia University, B.S., M.A.
Thelma J. Greenwood Department of Science
West Chester State Teachers College; University of Pennsylvania, B.S.;
New York University, M.A.
**Dorothy M. Schmucker Department of Science
West Chester State Teachers College; Wellesley College, B.A.;
New York University, M.A.
* With the exception of the President, names are arranged in order of
appointment.
*• Leave of absence
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Flo Geyer Department of English
Shippensburg State Teachers College; Dickinson College, A.B.;
Temple University, M.Ed, in English.
Leone E. Broadhead ' Assistant Dean of Women
Clarion State Teachers College; Geneva College, B.A.;
Columbia University, M.A.
Mary Elizabeth Clark Department of English
Wellesley College, A.B.; Columbia University, A.M.
*Earle C. Waters Department of Physical Education
Head Coach of Soccer and Golf
Arnold College; Syracuse University, B.S.; Temple University, M.Ed.
Mary M. Holland Department of Mathematics
West Chester State Teachers College; Columbia University, B.S., M.A.
Emma Kiess Department of Music
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.;
Conservatory of Music, Leipzig, Germany; Columbia University, M.A.
M. Grace Knapp Demonstration School
Clarion State Teachers College; University of Pittsburgh, B.S.;
Columbia University, M.A.
Dorothy Ramsey Department of English
University of Pennsylvania, B.S., A.M.
Anne L. Smith Demonstration School
Galloway College, B.A.; Northwestern University, M.A.
Myra I. Wade Department of Health and Physical Education
Oberlin College, B.A.; Columbia University, M.A.
Helen A. Russell Head Librarian
Mt. Holyoke College, B.A.; Simmons College, B.S. in Library Science;
Columbia University, M.S.
Dora F. Wolfangle Demonstration School
West Chester State Teachers College; Columbia University, B.S., M.A.
Faye a. Collicott Assistant Librarian
Simpson College, B.A.; Columbia University, B.S. in Library Science, M.A.
Hillary H. Parry Department of Music
David Mannes Conservatory, New York; Columbia University.
Anne M. Schaub Department of Health and Physical Education
Columbia University, B.S., M.A.
Fern Barrer Department of English
Knox College, B.A.; University of Michigan, M.A.
• Leave of absence, second semester.
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Muriel Leach Department of Health and Physical Education
Sargent School; Columbia University, B.S., M.A.
Ethel M. Staley Head of the Department of Foreign Languages
Goucher College, B.A.; Johns Hopkins University, Ph.D.;
University of Poitiers, France, Diploma d'Etudes Francaises.
Lucile Meredith Demonstration School
Women's College of the University of North Carolina, B.A.;
Columbia University, M.A.
Laura J. Wilson Demonstration School
University of Pennsylvania, B.S., A.M.
W. Glenn Killinger
Dean of Men, Head Coach of Football and Baseball
Pennsylvania State College, B.S.; Columbia University, M.A.;
Gettysburg College, Sc.D.
S. Powell Middleton Department of Music
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.; Duquesne University, M.A.
George R. Cressman Head of the Department of Education
Pennsylvania State College, B.S.; University of Pennsylvania, A.M., Ph.D.
Arthur E. Jones Department of Music
New York University, B.S.Mus., M.A.
*Lloyd C. Mitchell Head of the Department of Music
Morningside College, Sioux City, Iowa;
Peabody Conservatory of Music, B.Mus., M.Mus.
Thomas J, S. Heim Department of Social Studies
Bucknell University, B.S., M.A.; University of Pittsburgh, Ed.D.
Lawrence Ginter Department of Music
West Chester State Teachers College; New York University, B.S.Mus., M.A.
Irene M. King Dean of Women
Baylor University, B.A.; University of Pennsylvania, A.M.
Kenneth C. Slagel Head of the Department of English
Mount Union College, B.A.; University of Pennsylvania, A.M., Ph.D.
Sara E. Baldwin Demonstration School, Dept. of Education
Geneseo State Normal School; Columbia University, B.S., M.A.
Earl F. Sykes Director of Student Teaching and Placement,
Department of Education
Montana University, B.A., M.A.; Columbia Universtiy, Ed.D.
William Benner Assistant Dean of Men and
Faculty Manager of Athletics
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.; Temple University, M.A.
* Leave of absence, second semester.
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WiLLARD J, Trezise Department of Science, Coach of Wrestling
Lebanon Valley College, B.S.; Johns Hopkins University, Ph.D.
Robert B. Gordon Head of Department of Science
Ohio State University, B.Sc, M.Sc, Ph.D.
William F. Vollbrecht Department of Social Studies
Northwestern University, B.A., B.S.; Columbia University, M.A.;
University of Pennsylvania, Ph.D.
Kenneth Braddock-Rogers Department of Science
Haverford College, B.S.; University of Pennsylvania, M.S., Ph.D.
Katharine M. Denworth Department of Education
West Chester State Normal School; Swarthmore College, A.B.;
Columbia University, A.M., Ph.D.
James Andes Head of the Department of Social Studies
University of Pennsylvania, B.S., Ph.D.
Gerald Keenan Department of Music
Alfred University; Eastman School of Music, B.M., M.M.
Hale C. Pickett Head of the Department of Mathematics
Indiana State Normal School, B.Ph. in Ed.; Indiana University, B.A.;
Columbia University, M.A., Ph.D.
Nellie M. Ashenfelter Department of Music
New York University, B.S.; Temple University, M.Ed.
Alexander Antonowich Department of Music
Institute of Musical Art; Juilliard School of Music, B.S.;
Columbia University, M.A., Ed.D.
James J. Wright Department of Music
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S. Music Education;
Temple University, M.Ed.; Eastman School of Music, Ph.D.
Powell S. Thomas Department of English
Gettysburg College, B.A.; University of Pennsylvania, A.M.
Joseph H. Davison Department of Education
Ohio State University, B.S., M.A.
Russell L. Sturzebecker
Head of the Department of Health and Physical Education,
Head Coach of Tracks and Assistant Coach of Football
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.; Temple University, M.Ed., Ed.D.
Robert Carl Department of Music
Johns Hopkins University, B.S.; Peabody Conservatory, B.Mus., M.Mus.
Thomas E. Berry Department of English
University of Pennsylvania, A.B., A.M.; University of Pittsburgh, Ph.D.
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Paul E. Carson Department of Music
Central Missouri State College, B.S.;
Carnegie Institute of Technology, M.F.A.
John W. Clokey Department of English
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.; Temple University, M.Ed.
Paul M. Cuncannon Department of Social Studies
Swarthmore College, B.A.; Princeton University, M.A., Ph.D.
Arnold Fletcher Department of Music
Temple University,, B.S., M.Ed.
Miriam S. Gottlieb Departtnent of Music
Juilliard School of Music; University of Denver, B.A.;
Columbia University, M.A.
John W. Gutscher Department of Music
Juilliard School of Music, B.S.; Columbia University, M.A.;
Leipzig Conservatory; New York College of Music.
Mary L, Harbold Department of Science
Goucher College, B.A.; University of Pennsylvania, M.S.
Helen T. Ivins Department of Social Studies
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.;
University of Pennsylvania, M.S.
Chester L. McTavish Department of Science
Juniata College, B.S.; Pennsylvania State College, M.S., Ed.D.
Emil H. Messikomer
Director of Personnel, Department of Health and Physical
Education, Coach of Basketball and Asst. Coach of Baseball
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.; Columbia University, M.A.
Alan Mewha Department of Geography
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.;
Columbia University, M.A., Ph.D.
Charles W. Patterson Department of Education
Shippensburg State Teachers College, B.S.; Duke University, M.Ed.
James B. Bonner Department of Education, Football Line Coach
LaSalle College, B.A.; Villanova College, M.A.; Temple University, Ed.D.
B. Paul Ross Registrar and Director of Admissions,
Department of Education
Clarion State Teachers College; Pennsylvania State College, B.S., M.S., Ed.D.
William C. Skillen Department of Science
Temple University, B.S.; University of Pennsylvania, M.S.
Dorothy Yanisch Department of Health and Physical Education
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.; Temple University, M.Ed.
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Mark M. Evans Director of Elementary Education and
Principal of the Demonstration School
Dickinson College, B.Ph.; University of Pittsburgh, M.Ed., Ph.D.
Ethel Keller Department of Music
Lebanon Valley College, B.S.; Peabody Conservatory of Music, B.Mus.
James A. Binney Department of English
Clarion State Teachers College; Pennsylvania State College, B.A.;
University of Pittsburgh, M.A., Ph.D.
Frank T. Cheesman Department of Music
Conservatory of Music, Toronto, Canada;
Northwestern University, B.Mus., M.Mus.;
Columbia University, Ed.D.
Geraldine Conbeer Assistant Librarian
Millersville State Teachers College, B.S.; University of Pittsburgh, M.Ed.
Alvin S. Keinard Head of the Department of Geography
Juniata College, B.A.; Pennsylvania State College, M.Ed.
*Alvin B. Davis Department of Health and Physical Education,
Coach of Gymnastics and LaCrosse
Panzer College, B.S.; State Teachers College, Montclair, New Jersey, M.A.
Harry Wilkinson Department of Music
Temple University, B.S., M.Ed.
Helen I. Kennedy Department of Science
Mount Holyoke College, B.A.; University of Pennsylvania, M.S. in Ed.
Harold W. Benda Department of Education
Iowa State Teachers College, B.A.; Iowa University, M.A.
Arthur S. Hawthorne Department of Geography
California State Teachers College, B.S.; University of Pittsburgh, M.A.
Jean Landis Department of Health and Physical Education
San Diego State Teachers College, A.B.; Wellesley College, M.S.
H. Theodore Hallman Head of the Department of Art
Philadelphia Museum School of Fine Art;
Temple University Tyler School of Fine Arts, B.F.A., B.S.Ed., M.F.A.
Edward T. Twardowski
Department of Health and Physical Education
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.; University of Pennsylvania, M.S.
Robert W. Reese Department of Health and Physical Education
East Stroudsburg State Teachers College, B.S.;
University of Pennsylvania, M.S.
Military leave of absence, first semester.
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L. Forrest Free Dean of Instruction
Lafayette College, A.B.;
Columbia University, A.M.;
New York University, Ph.D.
Robert D. McKinney Department of Art
Edinboro State Teachers College, B.S.;
Pennsylvania State College, M.Ed.
Katherine a. Margerum Department of Health and Physical
Education
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.
Alma E. Wetzel Demonstration School
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.;
Pennsylvania State College, M.Ed.
Alton J. Childers Supervisor, Elementary Student Teaching
Glenville State Teachers College, A.B.;
West Virginia University, M.A.
Kathleen E. Kelly Demonstration School
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.;
Temple University, Ed.M.
Harold Shaffer Department of Social Studies
Susquehanna University, A.B.;
University of Pittsburgh, Litt.M.
Edward A. Gardner Department of Health and Physical Education
University of Texas, B.S., M.A.
Milton C. Woodlen Departments of Education and History
Temple University, B.S., Ed.M., Ed.D.
Jay L. Gruener Department of Science
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S.;
University of Pennsylvania, M.S.
Dawson E. Lemley Departments of Geography and History
West Virginia University, A.B., A.M.;
University of Pittsburgh, Ph.D.
Mary M. Bliss Department of Science
Swarthmore College, B.A.; Temple University, M.S.
Dorothy F. Newcomer Department of Health and Physical
Education
Converse College, A.B.; Wellesley College, M.S.
Richard S. Newcomer Departments of English and Social Studies
Ursinus College, B.S.; Duke University, M.A.
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Dorothy R. Stout Department of Music
West Chester State Teachers College, B.S. in Public School Music;
Temple University, M.S. in Music Education.
Roy D. Sweet Department of Music
Fredonia State Teachers College, B.S. in Music Education;
Eastman School of Music, M.M.
Lewis Godlove Department of Education
University of Illinois, B.A.; Columbia University, M.A.
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SECRETARIAL STAFF
Mary R, Weir, B.S Secretary to the President
Mary Ann Wylie Assistant Secretary to the President
Peggy E. Groff Secretary to the Dean of Instruction
Mary Hill Assistant Secretary to the Dean of Instruction
Mildred M. Scott Secretary to the Director of Personnel
Betty M. Rhine . Secretary to the Registrar
Eileen McCormick Secretary to the Dean of Women
Loretta DiAngelo Secretary to the Dean of Men
Frances Sheller Secretary to the Steward
Texas C. Gardner, ^Secretary to the Principal, Demonstration School
Virginia A. Hoopes Stenographic and Duplicating Services
BUSINESS OFFICE STAFF
Everett E. Shaffer, B.G.S., M.A Bursar
Elizabeth G. Griffith, B.S Principal Glerk
Helen Patton, A.B Glerk
Elizabeth Golby Bookkeeper
Hannahbelle T. Morrison Stenographer
Mary Ellen Brubaker Stenographer
Freda Garey Stenographer
HEALTH SERVICE STAFF
G. P. KisTLER, M.D Gollege Physician
Esther Eves, R.N. Marie S. Weaver, R.N.
MAINTENANCE STAFF
Thomas A. Pitt Steward and Supt. of Buildings and Grounds
Elizabeth Hodgson Dietician
Rebecca Dissinger Patterson Housekeeper
Dorothy Smith Dormitory Supervisor
Eleanor MacMichael Dormitory Supervisor
Florence K. Pfost Dormitory Supervisor
Anna S. Glayton Telephone Operator
Thelma Draper Telephone Operator
Gertrude Freel Postmistress
Mabel Hunter Receiving Glerk
Mildred Hughes Post Office Assistant
LIBRARY STAFF
Margaret K. Austin Periodicals Assistant
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State Teachers College
COOPERATING TRAINING TEACHERS
1952-1953
Elementary Education
West Chester
Allbach, Marion L. M., B.S.
Benjamin, Jean E., B.S., M.Ed.
Binney, Edith, B.S.
Broomall, Elizabeth, B.S.
Cummings, Mary, B.S.
Edwards, Betty, B.S.
Eppenheimer, Phyllis, B.S.
Esworthy, Sara
Farra, Dorothy B., B.S., M.A.
Gayley, Ann, B.S.
Hayden, Eleanor, B.S.
Hoopes, Margaret W.
Housel, Leonore, B.S.
West Goshen School
Atwell, Lena F.
Close, Dorothy, B.S.
Darlington, Emma
Gilbert, Loraine, B.S.
Keithley, Mildred
Kelly, Mary S., B.S.
Kinsey, Mary F.
Leaf, Natalie, B.S., M.Ed.
McCowan, Florence, B.S.
Maxwell, Zelma L., B.S.
Muth, Estella, B.S.
Robins, Anne T.
Snyder, Helen E.
Spann, Alice L., B.S.
Starr, Eleanor, B.S.
Stewart, Orphia P., B.S.
Towles, Sara W., B.S.
Jordan, Verna
McCreary, Marion S., B.S.
Middleton, Edith, B.S.
Thomas, Margaret, B.S.
Woodward, Laura, B.S., M.A.
Westtown-Thornbury
McFarland, Harriet B.
Talley, William B., B.S.
West Chester
Secondary Education
Althouse, Margaret
Baker Anna, B.S., M.A.
Boechler, Charles, B.S., M.A.
Carroll, Harry, B.S.
Childs, Kathryn, B.S., M.S.
Ford, Barbara, B.A., M.A.
Gearhart, Aldine, B.S.
Harris, Charles, B.S., M.S.
Kern, Joseph, B.S.
Labin, Merle, B.S.
Lady, Roy, B.A., M.A.
Lewis, Keitha, B.S., M.A.
Miller, Esdier, B.A.
Phillipe, Helen, B.S.
Prutzman, Lewis, Ph.D., M.A.
Temple, Sara E., B.S., M.A.
Trapnell, Edythe, B.S.
Urich, Russell, B.A., M.A.
Music Education
Malvern
Hcintzelman, Norman, B.S., M.Ed.
West Chester
Buchanan, Bertha, B.S.
Gustafson, Edna, B.S.
Hanzelman, Joseph, B.S.
Berwyn; Tredyfrin — Easttown Marple-Newtown
Charlton, S. Wcnloch, B.S.
Gray, Stanley, B.S., M.A.
Kennett Square
Ott, Ray S., B.S.
Doran, Joseph, B.S., M.A.
Lake, Carlton, B.S., M.A.
West Goshen
Ginter, Lillian, B.S.
West Chester, Pennsylvania
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West Chester
Dicks, Frances
Haupt, Elsie, B.S.
Knouff, Mary Belle, B.S.
Zimmerman, Harold
Berwyn
Keen, Robert, B.A.
Chester
Beyer, Harold, B.S.
Brewster, Jessett, B.S.^I.Ed.
Crawford, Jack, B.S., M.A.
Forward, Robert, B.S.
COATESVILLE
Atkinson, Leo, B.S.
Funk, Walter E., B.S.
DOWNINGTOWN
White, Donald, B.S.
Haverford
Bergey, Lester K., B.S., M.Ed.
Juenger, Steve, B.S.
Price, Howard, B.S., M.Ed.
Kennett Square
Paynter, Charles, B.S., M.A.
Health Education
Lansdowne
Black, Lloyd, B.S., M.Ed.
Buffington, William, B.S.
Media
- Gabriel, James, B.S.
Radnor
Encke, Ediel, B.S., M.S.
Metoxen, Chief, B.S., M.S.
Lentz, Warren, B.S., M.A.
Ridley Park
Godfrey, Samuel O., B.S.
Swartmore
Reese, William, B.S., M.Ed.
Robinson, Millard, B.S., M.Ed.
Unionville
Reynolds, Lewis, B.S.
Upper Chichester
Kalickman, Milton, B.S., M.A.
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STATE TEACHERS COLLEGE
GENERAL INFORMATION
History
The West Chester Academy, founded in 1812, marks the begin-
ning of the College. The Academy trustees took the initial steps in
1869 toward the establishment of the West Chester Normal School.
The graduates of this institution went out into the state as teachers.
The Commonwealth, reahzing its responsibility in the preparation
of teachers, began in 1871 to grant money to pay part of their
training. These grants, then termed State Aid, have continued in
various forms. As the West Chester Normal School, the institution
had five principals. Dr. Andrew Thomas Smith, the last to bear
the title, was a scholarly and deeply loved executive. When the
State Normal School became the State Teachers College in 1927,
the head of the institution became president. Among the men who
have led the school. Dr. George Morris Philips, the fourth prin-
cipal, is especially prominent. Through his long term of service he
made a major contribution to the physical and educational progress
of the College. His name is associated with the building program
which he successfully initiated and accomplished. The college plant
consisted of one building, the present central section of "Old Main,"
when he became principal. From 1891 to 1920 his direction and
inspiration increased the College by the construction of additions
to "Old Main," the Old Gymnasium, the Green House, the Infirm-
ary, and Recitation Hall. The Demonstration School and the
Library were added at the turn of the century. Wayne Hall, built
on the site of the Camp Wayne of the Civil War, was erected in
1911. The auditorium and administration building was built in
1925 and named the Philips Memorial Building in honor of Dr.
Philips. 1930 saw the addition of the Ehinger Gymnasium and the
President's residence. More recently the Library and Power House
have been remodeled and a Laundry and new education building,
Anderson Hall, have been built.
The College is justly proud of its reputation in the educational
world. One of the earliest summer schools in the country was
inaugurated here in 1877. West Chester also printed one of the first
student handbooks in 1895.
Among the material treasures of the school are: an original
painting of George Washington by Charles Wilson Peale for which
Washington gave sittings at Valley Forge during the memorable
winter 1777-78; a mahogany grandfather's clock, once the property
of Benjamin Franklin; a large collection of letters from the pens of
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Washington, Lafayette, Greene, Arnold, Wayne, Hamilton, Put-
man, Sullivan, and Gates, as well as from such literary men as
Sidney Lanier and Thomas Buchanan Read; and the autographed
book collection of Dr. George Morris Philips to which the English
Professional Club is constantly adding.
The State Teachers College at West Chester is the repository
of the mineral collections and the herbarium of the Chester County
Cabinet of Natural Science. The herbarium includes plant specimens
collected in Chester County more than a century ago by Dr. William
Darlington and his colleague, David Townsend. The library of the
Cabinet is also the property of the College and contains many old
and now rare books on natural history, which may be consulted
upon request to the librarian.
The Darlington Herbarium and the mineral collections of the
Cabinet are located in the Science Museum on the third floor of
Anderson Hall. These have been augmented by an archaeological
exhibit and the J. Preston Thomas collection of mammal horns.
Recently the College acquired the complete ornithological collection
of B. Harry Warren, M.D., formerly the State Ornithologist of
Pennsylvania, and long-time resident of West Chester.
In 1952, the College received from the late William Pyle Philips,
as a legacy, copies of the four Folios of Shakespeare's plays, that is,
the First, 1623, Second, 1632, two variants of the Third, 1663 and
1664 respectively, and the Fourth, 1685. It also received the nine
volume set of Sanderson's Biographies of the Signers to the Declara-
tion of Independence, with autographs of the Signers set in.
These valuable books were given in memory of Dr. Francis
Harvey Green and will be permanently housed in the Francis
Harvey Green Library.
Location
West Chester is the county seat of Chester County, one of the
three original counties laid out by William Penn. The plow engraved
on the seal of the county symbolizes the agricultural character of
its beautiful rolling hills reminiscent of the English home counties.
Those interested in literature and art will find West Chester has
significance. Here Joseph Hergesheimer, the novelist, lived for many
years. Sidney Lanier, Bayard Taylor, Thomas Buchanan Read,
Mark Sullivan, and Elsie Singmaster, all have associations with
West Chester. The country which Howard Pyle, the artist, made
famous lies along the neighboring Brandy wine; and the late N. C.
Wyeth, a world renowned pupil of Pyle, lived at nearby Chadds
Ford.
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The famous Longwood Gardens on the estate of Pierre S.
du Pont are not far from West Chester. These are open to the
pubhc. Here are found a magnificent conservatory, an open-air
theatre, a famous carillon, and beautiful colored fountains.
The country around West Chester is rich in historical interest.
The Valley Forge Memorial Chapel and the camp grounds, the
Brandywine Battlefield, Birmingham Meeting House, and the site
of the Paoli Massacre lie close at hand. The proximity of West
Chester to Philadelphia and its wealth of historical associations
enables students to enrich their courses by visits to well-known
shrines and institutions as Independence Hall, Carpenters' Hall,
the Betsy Ross House, the Pennsylvania Museum of Art, the Acad-
emy of Fine Arts, the Rodin Museum, the United States Customs
House, The United States Mint, the Zoological Gardens, the Frank-
lin Institute, and the Academy of Natural Sciences. Philadelphia's
fine musical organizations afFord opportunities to those with an
interest in music to hear the best concerts and operas. This is a
particular advantage to those taking the course for music super-
visors.
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
The grounds of the State Teachers College consist of 57.3 acres
located in the southeastern part of West Chester. Sixteen buildings
with an estimated value of some $5,530,000 are erected on this tract.
The Reynolds property, adjacent to the Main Campus, was
acquired in 1948. It consists of approximately four and one-half
acres on which are located a large stone house and a garage.
The Main Campus
The major buildings of the College are located on the Main
Campus, a tract of 12.5 acres. The number and variety of its
magnificent old trees makes West Chester one of the more attractive
eastern colleges. Several recent classes have added much to the
beauty of the campus with generous gifts of trees and shrubs.
Wayne Field
West of Main Campus is located Wayne Field, a tract of about
20 acres, which is used for the men's athletic activities. It includes
a quarter-mile running track with 220 yard straightaway, five tennis
courts, and fields for soccer, football, and baseball.
Women's AthleHc Field
South of the Main Campus an extensive tract provides for the
athletic activities of the women of the College. On this tract are
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located nine tennis courts and fields for hockey, soccer, softball,
archery, and volley-ball. Every woman student of the College has
an opportunity to engage in one or more of these sports.
Philips Memorial Building
This building is a memorial to the late Dr. George Morris
Philips, a former principal of the school. It contains an auditorium
with a seating capacity of approximately two thousand, executive
offices, and recreation rooms for faculty and students. It also houses
the well-known Philips autographed book collection in the beau-
tiful library which bears the donor's name.
Main Building
This is a four-story building of green stone which is used as the
main Women's Dormitory. It has a basement equipped with laun-
dry and pressing facilities for students. On each floor are bathrooms
with modern toilet accommodations; an elevator makes all floors
easily accessible. A comfortable lobby affords opportunity for
friendly get-togethers, informal teas, and after-dinner coffees. In
addition, there are five smaller social rooms, artistically furnished.
The dining room, which accommodates both men and women stu-
dents, is in charge of a trained dietitian.
Freshman Holl
Old Recitation Hall, the former classroom building, has been
remodeled and is now used as a dormitory for Freshman women.
Over one hundred students are housed in this building.
The College Book Store is located on the ground floor at the
north side of Freshman Hall and the College Post Office is on the
same floor on the south side.
Reynolds Hall
The large house located on the former Reynolds property has
been completely renovated and now comfortably accommodates
approximately twenty women students and a dormitory supervisor.
Wayne Hall
This is a modern, well-equipped dormitory for men. It is built
of green stone, is three stories high, and accomodates 156 men.
President's Residence
The home of the President of the College, a recently renovated
Chester County farm-house, is located on East Rosedale Avenue.
Anderson Hall
This building was first occupied in 1941. It has special rooms
for speech, reading, and psychology clinics, special up-to-date
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equipment and laboratories for the science departments, large
recreation and study rooms for day students, and offices for faculty
members. It contains a full complement of well-equipped class-
rooms.
Francis Harvey Green Library
The college library, built in 1902, was completely remodeled
in 1938-1941, and in 1947 was dedicated to Dr. Francis Harvey
Green, former head of the English Department. Some of its special
features are the open-shelf reserve room, the curriculum laboratory,
the recreational reading room, and conference rooms. In addition
to the reference and periodical rooms, there is an attractive juvenile
room, used by children from the Demonstration School as well as
by college students.
The library has approximately 61,000 volumes and receives over
300 magazines and newspapers. It also has a valuable collection of
rare books on natural history, the four folios of Shakespeare's plays
(1623-1685), and the Sanderson Biographies of the Signers to the
Declaration of Independence, with autographs of the Signers.
The staff of the library consists of three trained librarians, a
clerical assistant, and a number of student assistants.
Lessons in the use of the Library are given to all entering stu-
dents.
The library is affiliated with the Philadelphia Biographical
Center and Union.
Gymnasiums
The College has two gymnasiums, one modeled after the Hem-
ingway Gymnasium at Harvard; the other a newer gymnasium
named for Dr. and Mrs. Clyde E. Ehinger, who were for thirty-four
years at the head of the Health and Physical Education Depart-
ment of the College. Both buildings are modern in floor plans and
equipment.
These gymnasiums are not only used by the men and women
students of the special four-year Health and Physical Education
curriculum, but also by other students for both gymnasium and
recreational activities.
Demonstration School
This is a substantial, well-equipped building which houses a
kindergarten and the first six grades of the elementary school.
A new playground with modern play equipment adequately serves
the school. The school population consists of children living outside
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the local borough, children living in the borough contingent to the
building, and children of faculty members.
Infirmary
This building houses the student health services and an infirm-
ary. Its equipment is modern and adequate. The staff consists of
a part-time physician and two trained nurses.
THE PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES OF THE STATE
TEACHERS COLLEGE AT WEST CHESTER
The Normal School act w^as approved May 20, 1857. This act
divided the state into twelve districts and gave permission for the
establishment of a normal school in each district. The first district
was composed of the following counties: Bucks, Chester, Delaware,
Montgomery, and Philadelphia. Under the provisions of this act
the State Normal School at West Chester, Pennsylvania, was recog-
nized February 22, 1871. The Normal School became a teachers
college maintaining four-year curricula in 1927. The first degrees
were granted during the summer of that year.
The School Laws of Pennsylvania, 1949, set forth the purposes
for creating and maintaining teachers colleges. Sections 2003 and
2009 read as follows:
Section 2003 — Purpose — The colleges shall be a part of the
public school system of the Commonwealth, and their purpose the
education and preparation of teachers. The colleges shall provide
proper facilities for instruction in the art and science of teaching,
for the boarding and lodging of students in residence, and other
necessary facilities approved by the Superintendent of Public
Instruction.
Section 2009 — Vocational Education and Rehabilitation
Program: Conversion for Other Purposes, etc. — The trustees
of any State Teachers College with the approval of the Department
of Public Instruction and the Governor, may cooperate with munici-
pal. State, Federal, and other agencies in vocational education and
rehabilitation programs in the furtherance of the national defense
and post-war activities. For such purposes they shall have power to
do all things and enter into all agreements necessary to carry out
the same, including the power to lease the whole or any part of the
real property used by such college. They also shall have power to
convert the whole, or part, of one or more of such State Teachers
Colleges for any other State purpose.
From the date that the Normal School was recognized by the
State to the present time both the Normal School and the College
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has held as its objective the training of teachers for the public
schools. The College now offers four curricula — Elementary, Sec-
ondary, Music, and Health and Physical Education. Special em-
phasis has been placed on the program of training teachers for the
elementary schools. The College offers courses evenings and on
Saturdays to accommodate teachers in service.
The State Department of Public Instruction in 1951 approved a
program of training for the degree Bachelor of Science in Education
for Public School Nurses and for Dental Hygienists. The State
Teachers College at West Chester is cooperating in this program.
The program of training at the College stresses the complete
and adequate preparation of teachers. The mental, physical, and
spiritual needs of the students are given attention. Extra-curricular
activities, lectures, entertainments, and religious club activities
afford each student an opportunity to develop a wholesome person-
ality and to build a good character.
From time to time the faculty study the needs of the College in
relation to the work of the teacher in the public schools. Curriculum
studies are directed both to content of subject matter areas and to
the methods to be used in each field. Special Committees are ap-
pointed to study various problems and to report their findings and
recommendations to the faculty. Recently a state-wide study and
revision of the curricula in the several State Teachers Colleges
was made. These revised curricula were put into operation with the
freshman class of 1951. Further studies and adjustments are being
continued especially in those areas that lend themselves to in-
tegration.
A Student-Faculty Leadership Group is a functioning unit of
the College. This group is made up of students, administrative
officials, and faculty members. The students represent the four
college classes, the student government association, the day and
dormitory councils of the men and women, and major club groups.
This group considers those questions and problems that are of vital
interest to the student body. Through this group means of com-
munication are kept open so that a two-way flow of opinion and
careful thinking may have a true vehicle of expression. It has prov-
ed very helpful in providing and establishing good relations among
the members of the college community. It is felt that it has great
carry over values in real life situations and in future citizenship
activities.
Under the provisions of the school laws as indicated in Section
2009, the State Teachers College at West Chester, Pennsylvania,
gives training in academic subjects to a class of nurses from the
Chester County Hospital. This work constitutes a minor part of the
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program of the College and does not interfere with the regular pro-
gram of teacher training.
COLLEGE COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION
AND ADMINISTRATION
Based upon the belief that all who share in the advantages of
the college community should join in the responsibility of govern-
ment, a college community has been conceived whereby faculty and
students co-operate as fully as possible for the mutual advancement
of the college program.
A number of achievement goals for each college year has been
set up as tentative guides for a program of college life, subject to
constant modification to meet new trends and needs. These goals
cover the areas of administration, instruction, student life and per-
sonnel, community and service area relationship, and teacher
training.
These goals are achieved through a series of committees and
coordinating agencies. The Executive Committee is an advisory
group of faculty and administrators aiding the President of the
College in formulating and executing the general administrative
policies of the institution. It is composed of the officers of adminis-
tration and the heads of departments.
The standing committees represent both faculty interests and
faculty-student interests. They are the Faculty Executive commit-
tee and the committees on Admission, Personnel and Guidance,
Scholarship, Student Life and Activities, Athletics, and Student
Teaching and Placement.
Student- Government
Students elect a Student Government Association and Councils,
which, working with the deans, cooperate in the government of the
College.
Convocations
Weekly convocations are held throughout the year. The pro-
grams consist of lectures, concerts, recitals, plays, and other events
of interest to the students.
All-Star Entertainment Course
An All-Star Entertainment Course brings to the campus each
year distinguished lecturers and artists of the highest rank in music,
drama, and the dance. These entertainments are available to the
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students at a very small cost, which is covered by the Student
Activity Fee. The College has been greatly aided in this project
by the cordial cooperation received from the citizens of West Ches-
ter, members of the faculty, and students of the College. These
entertainments are held in the Philips Memorial Auditorium.
Among the attractions have been Lau^rence Tibbett, Marion Ander-
son, John Charles Thomas, Grace Moore, Bidu Sayao, Helen Trau-
bel, Mario Berini, Alexander Kipnis, Christopher Lynch, Albert
Spaulding, Jascha Heifetz, Zino Francescati, Mrs. Franklin D.
Roosevelt, Eve Curi, Anne O'Hare McCormick, the Joos Ballet,
Svetlova, Paul Draper and Larry Adler, Luboschutz and NemenofI,
Appleton and Field, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, the
Cleveland Symphony Orchestra, the National Symphony Orchestra,
the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Rise Stevens, Columbus Boy
Choir, Margaret Webster's Shakespearean Company in Macbeath,
Igor Gorin, James Melton, Margaret Chase Smith, Robert Shaw
Chorale, Charles Wagner Opera in "The Barber of Seville," Phil-
harmonic Piano Quartet, Eleanor Steber, Eva LaGallienne, Patrice
Munsel, Little Singers of Paris, Guiseppe Valdengo, Ana Maria
Spanish Dance Group, Edgar Ansel Mowrer, Leon Destine, Haitian
Dancer with Alphonse Cimber, Drummer, Jennie Tourel, and The
Scherman Little Symphony Society.
Musical Organizations
The College has the following well-developed musical organ-
izations:
L Two College Bands: The Concert Band and The March-
ing Band.
Membership in these organizations is determined by the stu-
dent's qualifications regardless of curriculum.
2. The Criterions.
The dance band of the College consists of ten or more men,
carefully selected, who furnish the music at social functions
of the College.
3. The Symphony Orchestra,
Membership in this organization is determined by the stu-
dent's qualifications regardless of curriculum.
4. The College Choir.
A mixed chorus selected from students in the Music Educa-
tion Curriculum, meeting twice a week, devoting their efforts
towards acquiring a fine technique of choral singing through
the preparation of an extensive repertoire for performance.
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5. The Junior Chorus.
All women, not in the College Choir, enrolled in the Music
Education curriculum are required to take this course, devot-
ing their efforts primarily towards acquiring the techniques
of choral singing.
6. College Women's Glee Club.
Voices are carefully chosen from women of the Elementary,
Secondary, and Health Education groups for this club.
7. Men's Chorus.
Voices are selected from the men of the Elementary, Secon-
dary, and Health and Physical Education curricula and joined
with the men not in the College Choir for this choral group.
8. The Sinfonietta.
The Sinfonietta is a group of about twenty-five outstanding
players chosen from the Symphony Orchestra. It was organ-
ized to bring before the College and the community composi-
tions written especially for small orchestra.
9. Other Musical Organizations.
The Musical Club and Chamber Music Groups contribute to
the wealth of fine music on campus.
Intercollegiate Athletics
It has become recognized by educators and public alike that
athletics are a part of general education because they provide situa-
tions that are akin to life experiences, and as such, are conducted
with the purpose of developing the educational values which grow
out of them.
With this in mind, the College Administration has set up an
organization for the control of athletics; it has provided facilities,
built schedules, and furnished instructors for the purpose of filling
these educational needs.
Sports such as football, baseball, basketball, soccer, track,
wrestling, swimming, tennis, gymnastics, lacrosse, golf, and cross-
country, are conducted for the purpose of providing our young men
with activities that not only will prove beneficial to their health but
also will give them a training which will be valuable when they are
called upon to coach these sports.
It is the policy of the College Administration first, to provide
a variety of sports, as indicated above, in order that as many young
men as possible may participate in the activity which interests them
most and in which they may achieve a high degree of personal skill;
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second, to provide eligibility rules that are just and sensible, yet
will insure good scholarship; third, to provide schedules which are
in our college class, yet are in keeping with the traditions and stand-
ing of our College; fourth, and finally, to give athletics their rightful
place in our educational program of training teachers so that they
will function properly in the life of the student body, but will not
assume an importance out of all proportion to their value.
The State Teachers College at West Chester is a member of the
National Collegiate Athletic Association, the Middle Atlantic States
Collegiate Athletic Conference, and a charter member of the East-
ern College Athletic Conference. In addition, West Chester con-
forms to the eligibility standards set by the Board of Presidents of
the Pennsylvania State Teachers Colleges.
The athletic program at West Chester provides adequate player
and spectator opportunities. Facilities and equipment are of the best.
All team coaches are regular members of the faculty.
Intramural Ath9e!ics
An athletic program cannot be justified educationally if it is
confined to intercollegiate competition alone. There must be pro-
vision for all students, so the policy of the College Administration
is to expand this part of the program for both men and women, in
order that a variety of activities may be supplied for all of our
students. Such sports as touch football, soccer, tennis, track, speed
ball, soft ball, and volley ball are organized and conducted for the
men students.
Women's Recreation Association
Intramural athletics for women are conducted by the Women's
Recreation Association for the social, physical, and recreational
benefits of the women students of the College. Its governing council
consists of the club officers and sports managers and one faculty
adviser. Its program provides a wide range of activities including
the modern dance, hockey, archery, volley ball, swimming, life-
saving, tennis, hiking, basketball, softball, badminton, table tennis,
and bowling. In addition the W.R.A. sponsors recreational evenings
when both men and women students have opportunity to participate
in a social dancing class, to engage in roller skating, and to join in
folk and old-fashioned square dancing.
Student Health Service
The Board of Trustees has authorized and sponsored the estab-
lishment at the College of a Student Health Service. It is felt that
the ideal way of handling health problems is through an official
health organization designed for this purpose. Such an organization
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is especially important in a teacher training institution and serves
as a vital link in the chain of public health teaching. The teacher
must know what health means and also the procedures by which it
may be obtained.
The College maintains a modern and efficient Student Health
Service. A physician, employed on a part-time basis, and two
graduate nurses are on daily duty during the college year.
In case of serious illness, a student will:
1. Be removed to one of the two local hospitals after notification
of the parents or guardian*, or
2. Be hospitalized at the Infirmary under the care of special
nurses, whose charges will be paid by the student or respon-
sible person, or
3. Be removed by parents or guardian to his home, and be
attended by private physician until recovery is complete.
The purpose of the Student Health Service is two-fold: first,
to guard the health of the student while in college; second, to
develope in prospective teachers the proper scientific health attitudes
and habits. First treatment is provided without charge. Students
are urged to avail themselves of the facilities of the Student Health
Service and to be individually active in preserving the general good
health of the college group.
Students are advised that, after the initial office consultation
and first aid treatment, subsequent treatments will be given by or
under the advice of a physician of the student's choice. All expenses
for medicine and treatment by the physician of the student's choice
will be borne by the student. The physician of the student's choice
may attend the student at the infirmary.
Official health certificates required for the employment of teach-
ers in the Commonwealth are issued only when a physical examina-
tion has been made, including chest X-ray. Where the examination
has been made outside the College Health Service, the physician
who made the examination will be expected to sign the certificate.
Placemen?' Service
The State Teachers College at West Chester maintains an
active Education Placement Service. The Placement Director has
general charge of the service. He is assisted in this work by the
heads of the special curricula and by the Committee on Placement
composed of the Dean of Instruction and Supervisors of Student
Teaching.
• The College will assume no financial obligations for hospitalization or
emergency operations that must be performed on students when recom-
mended by the College Physician.
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Members of school boards, superintendents, supervising prin-
cipals, or others who are in need of trained teachers, are requested
to make apphcation to the Placement Director as early as possible.
The Placement Service is in position to send out thorough and
adequate information concerning each of the graduates of the
College. This material is available to any school official who
desires the information in connection with an application made by
one of our graduates. The information covers scholastic standing,
a comprehensive evaluation of the individual's student teaching
experience, and general evaluations of personality, character, com-
petency, and professional potentialities by members of the indi-
vidual's major and minor departments together with a definite
statement compiled by the graduate himself.
Graduates of the State Teachers College at West Chester are
asked to keep in touch with the Placement Director in order that
they may be recommended for better positions demanding experi-
ence. Graduates are also asked to keep the office informed of
vacancies so that these positions, in turn, may be brought to the
attention of teachers not placed.
The Pennsylvania Regional Film Library
The College operates a film library service for the schools in the
service area surrounding West Chester. The service includes rental
of films, film-strips, and projection equipment. All schools and
church organizations in Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery
counties are eligible for these services.
The library was established through the State Department of
Public Instruction early in the spring of 1951. It maintains some
three hundred titles on 16 mm. motion picture film and nearly seven
hundred titles on filmstrip. The majority of titles deal with voca-
tional and industrial subjects.
Further information can be had by correspondence with: The
Pennsylvania Regional Film Library, State Teachers College, West
Chester, Pa.
Classificat-ion of Students
Students in the College are classified according to the number
of semester hours of credit which they have earned :
Freshmen 32 credits or less
Sophomores 33-64 credits inclusive
Juniors 65-96 credits inclusive
Seniors 97 credits or more
Special Those who have earned a college degree
or are so classified for other reasons.
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Marking System
The marking system now in force in the State Teachers College
at West Chester provides that the grading be designated by letters
as follows:
Grade — Interpretation
Percentage Equivalents
Quality Points
A — Excellent
A -93-100
3
B — Superior
C — Average
B 85- 92
C 77- 84
2
1
D — Passing
Fl — Failure
D 70- 76
Fl— 69- 50
0
1
F2 — Failure
F2— 49 or Lower
2
Percentage Equivalents
For those who prefer to think of the grading in terms of figures,
it has been determined that each letter represents the range of per
cents shown in the second colurrin
Quality Points:
The quality points indicated in the third column are allowed
for each semester hour of work. Thus, the number of quality points
earned in a three-credit course with a grade of "A" equals 3 (the
number of credits) times 3 (the number of quality points allowed
for an "A") or 9. Quality points are used to determine averages.
Explanation :
The grading system provides that the "C" grade be interpreted
as the average accomphshment; the "B" grade as accomplishment
superior to the average, and the "A" grade very superior or excep-
tional work. The "D" grade represents accomplishment inferior to
the average and indicates the lowest type of work that will be
accepted as of passing grade. The "F" grade represents that accom-
plishment wherein the quality of work done by a student is below
that represented by the "D" grade or 70 per cent. A grade of "F"
implies that the course so graded must be repeated by the student.
Provisions :
If because of personal illness certified by a physician, a student
is not able to meet the requirements of a course at the close of a
semester a grade of "I" may be assigned by the instructor. This
grade indicates that the work is incomplete. This work must be
completed satisfactorily by the end of the semester following the
giving of the grade. Failure to meet this requirement will result in
the "I" grade being changed to an "F" on the permanent record
card. In no case, is a student given a grade of "I" in any course
when the cause of incomplete work is irregular attendance, neg-
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ligence, absence from final examination, or inability to do college
grade work.
When a student fails a course by a margin so close that the
instructor believes that a re-examination is justified, the student may
be graded "E". In all cases where an "E" grade is assigned, the
student must take the re-examination by the end of the ninth week
of the semester following the giving of this grade. The final grade
for an "E" (re-examination privilege) is "D". Failure to meet this
requirement will result in the "E" grade being changed to an "F"
on the permanent record card.
Reports to Parents
The office of the Dean of Instruction will mail a report of each
student's grades to his parents or guardian after the close of each
semester.
Dean's List
The dean's List is issued after the close of each semester and
contains the names of those students who have earned an average
of "B" or higher for the semester.
Honor Roll
The Honor Roll contains the names of those students who for
the first seven semesters have maintained a record of "B" or higher.
Scholarship Requirements
A student admitted to the State Teachers College at West Ches-
ter must show that he has capacity to do academic and profes-
sional work of college grade and that he is in accord with the ideals
of teacher training.
Students who earn a grade average of less than "C" during a
semester will automatically be placed on academic probation for
the following semester in which they are in attendance.
Students who earn a grade average of less than "C" during a
period of academic probation will be subject to dismissal from the
College.
Full-time students (those who carry 14 semester hours of credit
or more) who do not pass at least ten semester hours of work during
a semester, will be dismissed from the College.
Remedial Instruction
New students whose records are low on the Classification
Tests which are administered to all incoming students may be re-
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quired to carry fewer semester hours of credit than a normal class
load and may be required to attend without credit remedial classes
in English and/or Reading.
Resident Credit Requirements
A minimum of 32 semester hours of resident credits are required
for graduation from any four-year curriculum. Graduates of any
two-year normal school curriculum are required to earn at least 32
semester hours of additional resident credits to be eligible for a
degree. Resident credits may be earned in day, evening, and Satur-
day classes which are offered on campus.
Class and Convocation Attendance
Regular and punctual attendance at classes and convocations
is considered essential to sound scholarship and good campus citizen-
ship. Upon admission to the College each student is supplied with
a copy of the absence policy and agrees to conform with its pro-
visions
Withdrawals from College
The student should notify the Dean of Instruction, in writing,
stating the reason for his intention of withdrawal from the College.
Should a student fail to comply with this requirement, the ad-
ministration will, after ten days of unexplained absence, declare the
student not a member of the College. The date on which his con-
nection with the College terminates will be the day on which he
last attended classes.
When a student discontinues his work at the College, either for
illness or any other reason, he must notify the Dean of Instruction
as soon as possible, otherwise he will receive marks of "F" in each
of his courses on his permanent record card. This will result in
difficulty in re-entering the College or in securing admission to
another institution.
Dismissals from College
Administrative officers and the student councils may make
recommendations to the President for suspension and dismissal. No
student shall be suspended or dismissed from the College except
upon the approval of the President.
Student Class Load
The regular student class load is 15-17 hours of credit per
semester. To carry more or less than this number, a student must
secure the approval of the Dean of Instruction.
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Full-time Students
Full-time students are not permitted to carry less than 14
semester hours of credit.
Graduation
A student will be recommended for graduation when all the
requirements for his curriculum have been met. Diplomas will not
be issued until all bills and obligations to the College have been met.
The Alumni
The West Chester State Teachers College alumni number over
twelve thousand and their devotion to the College is marked. The
annual meeting held at the College just before commencement is
well attended and active branch organizations hold meetings at the
following places: Allentown, Atlantic City, Bethlehem, New York
City, Pottsville, Reading, and York. The Tri-County organization
consists of graduates living in Delaware County, Montgomery
County, and Philadelphia.
ADMISSION TO THE COLLEGE
The State Teachers College at West Chester, Pennsylvania, has
always maintained high scholastic standards and has prided itself
upon preparing teachers with fine ideals and satisfactory profes-
sional training. The Administration of the College believes that only
the best graduates of our high schools should be encouraged to enter
the teaching profession, those graduates being first fully informed
of their responsibility and ready to assume it. The children of the
Commonwealth deserve nothing less than the best equipped
teachers for their instructors. To this policy the Department of
Public Instruction has committed itself. In furtherance of the policy,
this College has accepted the following minimum requirements for
those who wish to pursue professional work leading to entrance
into the teaching profession of the Commonwealth. Applicants for
admission to the College should carefully note these requirements
and should communicate with the college authorities in the case of
doubt as to the exact meaning of the regulations.
Candidates for admission must satisfy the following require-
ments:
A. General scholarship as evidenced by graduation from an
approved secondary school or institution of equivalent
grade, or equivalent preparation as determined by the
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Secondary Education Evaluation division of the Pennsyl-
vania Department of Public Instruction, and rant^ing in the
upper half of the class at graduation. Candidates for ad-
mission who lack this rank at graduation will be required
to present further evidence of fitness.
1. Applicants ranking in the upper half of their graduating
class in secondary school may be admitted on certificate
without further evidence of general scholarship.
2. Applicants who do not rank in the upper half of the
graduating class may be admitted on probation, pro-
vided :
a. They are recommended by their secondary school
principals as being able to do creditable college work;
b. Appraisal of the detailed secondary school record
indicates to admission authorities of the College that
the candidate can do satisfactory college work;
c. A rating satisfactory to the College authorities is made
on tests administered at the College.
AppHcants satisfactorily meeting requirements (a),
(b), and (c) above may be admitted for one semester
on probation. At the end of the probationary period,
such students will be required to withdraw from the
College unless they meet the standards of scholarship.
3. Foreign languages, mathematics, and science are not
required for admission except as listed under Special
Requirements for Elective Fields (See Part V).
B. Character and appropriate personality as shown by esti-
mates by secondary school officials of the candidate's trust-
worthiness, initiative, industry, social adaptabihty, personal
appearance, and sympathy.
C. Health, physical vigor, emotional stability, absence of
physical defects that would interfere with the successful per-
formance of the duties of a teacher, and absence of pre-
disposition toward ill health as determined by a medical
examination at the College.
1. All applicants for admission shall present a certificate
of examination signed by a physician legally qualified to
practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsyl-
vania. Forms for the examination will be furnished by
the College. In addition, a complete medical examination
for all students is made at the College at the beginning
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of each year in accordance with a requirement of the
American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education.
2. Applicants may be rejected for the following reasons:
(a) incurable defects or diseases as of the heart, lungs,
kidneys, digestive system, nervous system, including
hysteria, epilepsy, nervous instability, skin, organs of
the special senses, thyroid; (b) defective vision of
marked degree; (c) permanently impaired hearing; (d)
marked speech defects; (e) unsightly deformities; (f)
marked obesity. Students with remedial defects may be
accepted on condition that immediate treatment be un-
dertaken for removal of these defects.
D. Normal intelligence and satisfactory command of English
as shown by ratings on standard tests. The tests to be used
will be prescribed each year by the Board of Presidents and
will be uniform for all State Teachers Colleges.
E. A personal interview with particular attention to person-
ality, speech habits, social presence, expressed interests of
the applicant, and promise of professional development.
II. A student must be a citizen of the United States to receive either
a college diploma or a teacher's certificate.
III. Special Requirements for All Candidates for Admission to
the Four-Year Curriculum in Music.
Special attention will be given to the promise of professional
development and musical ability of the candidate as shown by:
A. The ability to sing songs with acceptable voice and inter-
pretation;
B. The ability to sing hymns and folk tunes at sight with a
fair degree of accuracy and facility, using both words and
syllables;
C. 1. Applicants whose major instrument is piano must give
evidence of mastery of fourth grade material;
2. Applicants whose major instrument is other than piano
must give evidence of mastery of second grade material,
or, lacking this requirement, should demonstrate suffi-
cient musical ability to remedy this deficiency.
Note: The abilities called for in A, B, and C above will be deter-
mined by special tests* in sight reading, ear training, voice,
piano, and musical instruments.
* These tests are administered at stated times during the spring and sum-
mer. Candidates will be notified by the Registrar when to appear.
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IV. Special Requirements for All Candidates for Admission to the
Four-Year Health and Physical Education Curriculum:
A. The student must have participated in both the required
physical education program and the extra curricular ath-
letic program of his secondary school. The extent of partici-
pation in the latter will be judged upon the student's inter-
est, aptitude, and growth in skills and knowledge of these
areas.
B. The student is required to have a personal interview with
members of the Health and Physical Education Depart-
ment to determine his fitness for entrance into this cur-
riculum. When physical efficiency tests are deemed advis-
able, the Department will require the candidate to appear
at a time set by the Registrar.
V.Special Requirements for Elective Fields:
A. Foreign Languages.
1. To elect French, students must present two high school
units of French.
2. To elect Latin, students must present two high school
units of Latin.
B. Mathematics.
1. To elect mathematics, a student must present three high
school units of mathematics of which units, algebra and
plane geometry must have been taken in the senior high
school.
C. Science
L To elect Science, a student must present one unit in
physics and one unit in chemistry.
Evidence of Character
All applicants for admission shall present evidence of good
moral character and ideals characteristic of the teaching service.
Eyaluation of Credentials
Credentials of all students entering the State Teachers College
on the basis of an approved secondary school preparation are eval-
uated by the College; students not having an approved preparation
or students whose preparation is irregular, shall have their creden-
tials evaluated by the Secondary Education Evaluation division of
the Pennsylvania Department of Public Instruction.
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Evaluation of credits cannot be made on registration days. This
should be attended to prior to that time. The State Teachers College
at West Chester will assist students if credentials are submitted
early.
Application for Admission
A student who desires to enroll for a semester beginning in
September should make application by filling in the Preliminary
Registration blank found at the back of this catalogue and sending
it to the Registrar as soon as his decision has been made to apply
for admission. During February of the year in which admission is
sought, complete application forms will be mailed to all persons
who have filed a Preliminary Registration. The Registrar will con-
tinue to accept applications for admission, College facilities per-
mitting, throughout the spring and summer months of the year in
which admission is desired.
A student who desires to enroll for a semester beginning in
January should make application prior to December 15 by filling in
the Preliminary Registration blank found at the back of this cata-
logue and sending it to the Registrar. Complete application forms
will be mailed on or after Octiber 15 prior to the semester for which
admission is sought.
Admission of Students with Advanced Standing
Record of Previous Work.
Students who wish to enter West Chester State Teachers College
and who have attended other institutions of collegiate rank shall
request each institution attended to send an official transcript of
work directly to the Registrar of the College.
Advanced Credit.
Advanced credit may be granted for equivalent courses in
accredited institutions of collegiate grade, but no student may be
graduated and receive a degree without earning a minimum of 32
semester hours of credit on campus.
Courses offered for transfer of credits will not be accepted if
the grades for those courses are the lowest passing grades of the
institution assigning them. If "D" is the lowest passing grade,
courses so graded will not be accepted. If 70 is the lowest passing
grade, no course will be accepted which is passed with a grade
under 75.
To be acceptable, transcripts of work done at other colleges or
universities must show an honorable dismissal of the student. Per-
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sons who have been placed on academic probation at another college
or university and those who have been dismissed from other institu-
tions are not eligible for admission to West Chester State Teachers
College.
STUDENT LIFE
Classification of Students
1. Resident Students. Resident students are of two types:
a. Dormitory Students — those who live in a college dormitory
and take their meals in the college dining room. All dormi-
tory students are required to eat in the college dining room.
b. Off-Campus Students — men who live in an approved off-
campus residence and are required to take their meals in
the college dining room.
2. Day Students are those who live at the home of their parents
or legal guardians and commute daily to and from the Col-
lege. Those driving cars must register with the Dean of Men.
3. Home Employment Students are those who, with the pre-
mission of the Director of Personnel, work for their room and
board in approved homes in the community of West Chester.
4. Special Students are those who do not qualify in any of the
above classifications. They must have the approval of the
respective Deans for their living arrangements.
The classification of students is determined by the Deans of
Women and Men. These deans advise on the living conditions of
all students.
Resident Students are required to eat in the college dining room.
The President of the College may approve exceptions to the general
rule in certain very rare cases.
Application for permission to eat out of the college dining room
must be filed in the ofHce of the President of the College two weeks
before the opening of each semester. The College Health Service
will review each application based on a health condition, and may
recommend approval, when the family physician has submitted a
detailed diagnosis with a laboratory report such as blood count, urin-
alysis, and basal metabolism test.*
Any student granted permission to eat out of the college dining
room may be required to live in an approved off-campus house.
* The College Infirmary must be furnished with a diet list prepared and
signed by the family physician. This list should be made out in dupli-
cate, one copy to be kept at the eating place of the student's choice and
the other copy to be placed on file at the Infirmary.
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Housing
The College has 292 rooms for women and 78 rooms for men
in the respective dormitories. Rooms are provided in private homes
for Off-Campiis Students. These rooms are inspected and approved
by the Dean of Men. Off-Campus Students are under the same regu-
lations as dormitory students.
Students who live in the college dormitories are provided with
bed linens and counterpanes. All other bed furnishings and toilet
necessities are provided by the students.
A student who accepts an assignment in any college dormitory
at the beginning of a semester will be responsible for the payment
of the room rent fee for the entire semester. Exceptions will be made
only in cases of personal illness, the same being certified to by an
attending physician, or for such other reasons as may be approved
by the President of the College and the Board of Trustees. A
student admitted to a college dormitory after a semester begins will
be responsible for the payment of the room rent fee for the balance
of the semester on a prorated basis and for all Summer Sessions.
Laundry
The laundry of Dormitory Students only — to the extent of
twelve pieces per week — is done in the College Laundry. All pieces
sent to the lanudry must be plainly marked with the owner's name.
Name tapes sewed on articles of clothing constitute the best identi-
fication. A laundry bag should be owned and used by every student.
College Book Store
The College Book Store carries, in addition to books, a complete
line of student necessities. This book store is operated as a student
enterprise, the net receipts of which accrue to the benefit of the
Student Activities Association.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
The developing of the extra-curricular program, fitting it to the
needs of the students, and co-ordinating its various phases into the
whole of college living is the responsibility of the Director of Per-
sonnel. Questions of policy and regulations, the evaluating of the
objective of an activity, and other problems are acted upon by a
committee composed of faculty and students.
The program of extra-curricular activities at West Chester em-
phasizes four types of activities leading to individual and group
development. The various clubs, organizations, activities, and re-
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sponsibilities are grouped under one of four headings according
to type of development emphasized. The following indicates the
four types together with some of the activities included in each
phase:
Type A: Activities that center around college group life; activities
of college community government and living, such as
Student Activities Association Executive Board, Student
Councils, Class Committees, Epicurean Club, Quad
Angles, Student-Faculty Committees, Serpentine, Press
Board, Little Theatre.
Type B: Activities that promote better professional development
— that train for sponsorship and organization of "extra-
class" programs in the public schools. The various depart-
ments of the College sponsor professional clubs, such as
Association of Childhood Education, English, French,
Geography, Mathematics, Music, Social Studies, Science,
men's and women's sports activities for health and physi-
cal education students.
Type C: Activities that promote finer ethical values. These groups
have organized a Council of Religious Clubs that plans
for a unified program for the year as well as emphasizes
ethical action as a united front; it is through united effort
in this area that we may raise the standards of honor and
character on the campus. The organizations in this group
are Bible Study Club, Hillel Foundation, Newman Club,
and Christian Association.
Type D : Activities that satisfy individual interests. These activi-
ties are those of hobby groups and include a long list, such
as art, athletics, glee clubs, photography, phonograph,
nature study, orchestra, etc.
Exfra-Curricular Requirements for Students
Each student is required to participate in the activities of a club
for one semester of each of the four years on campus, and is re-
quired to take part, without credit, in one Physical Education activity
each semester in which no Physical Education course or Student
Teaching is required. The Extra-Curricular Activities Committee
and the Personnel Department ask the co-operation of the students
in taking advantage of the varied types of extra-curricular activities
that are offered. In order to receive credit for participation in extra-
curricular activities is is necessary to meet the minimum attendance
requirement and to actively take part in the activities of the club or
organization.
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No student is permitted to hold more than one major office and
one minor office in one semester. It is hoped that in this way it may
be possible to spread opportunity and divide responsibility, thus
develope leaders and discover latent abilities as well as continue to
enjoy the services of those who are naturally inclined to direct
ailairs.
Students are urged to take into account the fact that their extra-
curricular participation often has an important bearing upon their
placement when seeking positions. Students should keep in mind
not only the placement value of their extra-curricular program but
also its cultural value.
PUBLICATIONS
Quad Angles, the student newspaper, is published by an under-
graduate staflf. Positions in the organization are open to any mem-
ber of the student body with reporting or editing ability. A faculty
member serves as adviser.
The Serpentine is the college yearbook published under the
direction of the Senior Class. This record of college activities is
edited by a student staff with a faculty adviser.
The Ram's Horn is a publication of the Varsity Club produced
on the occasion of each home game of the football season. The stafE
is made up from the undergraduate body of the College aided by a
faculty adviser.
The Handbook is published each year as an. aid to incoming
freshmen. It is prepared by a student staf? with the advice of a
faculty sponsor.
SCHOLARSHIPS
William H. Philips Scholarships
The William H. Philips full tuition (contingent fee) scholar-
ships are available to junior and senior students who are natives of
Chester County. There are approximately thirty of these scholar-
ships, the beneficiaries of which are selected by an administrative
committee. The scholarships are awarded to members of the junior
and senior classes on the basis of demonstrated scholastic ability.
Samuel Martin Scholarship Bequest
This is a fund which was left by the will of Mr. Samuel Martin
"to be used to defray part of the expenses of persons of limited
means who are preparing to teach . . . Persons who are assisted shall
preferably be educated at the West Chester Normal School" (now
State Teachers College). "Children of Friends, or persons in sym-
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pathy with Friends, are preferred." Persons wishing to obtain the
benefits of this fund will inform Elbert N. Pusey, Esquire, 13 North
High Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania.
Theodore Presser Foundation Scholarship
A scholarship for music students is awarded by the Music De-
partment, with the approval of the President of the College. The
amount granted totals $250.00 yearly, as approved by the Board of
Trustees of the Presser Foundation. The award was first granted
to West Chester in 1929, This scholarship is available to juniors
and seniors in the music curriculum.
The Sarah H. Mellor Schoiarship Fund of the Chester
County Council of Parent-Teacher Associations
Mrs. Sarah H. Mellor was associated with the State Teachers
College at West Chester as student, teacher, and member of the
Board of Trustees. Her interest in education in general, in children,
and in youth found expression in her devotion to the work of the
Parent-Teacher Associations, especially of those in Chester County.
It is therefore fitting that the Chester County Council of Parent-
Teacher Associations memoralize her through this Scholarship. A
joint committee from the Chester County Council of PTA and the
College will make the award annually to a Chester County student
who is in attendance at the State Teachers College. This award of
$50.00 each year will be based on need, character, and ability.
YorSc County Alumni Club Award
The members of this organization have established the Elsie O.
Bull Scholarship fund to be awarded each year by a Special Com-
mittee of Awards to a person from York County who is attending
or will attend the State Teachers College at West Chester. Need,
ability,and promise are the prerequisites necessary for consider-
ation.
Schuylkill County Alumni Association Award
A fund has been created by this group to be awarded each year
by the Scholarship Committee of the Club to a person from Schuyl-
kill County who is attending or will attend the State Teachers Col-
lege at West Chester. Need, ability, and promise are the factors
considered.
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Sensenig Memorial Scholarship
The scholarship is awarded annually to two juniors for excel-
lence in mathematics.
State Scholarship
The State Department of Public Instruction offers a free scholar-
ship of $100.00 each year for four years to the student earning the
highest score in the competitive examinations given in each county
on the first Friday of May each year. This scholarship may be used
at West Chester. The student should apply to his high school prin-
cipal or county superintendent of schools for information and per-
mission to take these examinations.
Friars Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of all those West Chester men
who lost their lives in World War II. The amount of the scholarship
is to be $100, annually awarded to the junior male student who has
been selected on the basis of (1) high academic standing, (2) need,
(3) contribution academically, socially, or athletically to the devel-
opment and improvement of the College.
Delaware County Federation of Junior
Women's Club Scholarship
A fund has been created by this group to be awarded by the
Scholarship Committee of the Club to one or more upperclass stu-
dents from Delaware County who are in attendance at the State
Teachers College at West Chester.
LOANS
The College endeavors to aid needy and deserving students to
take advantage of their educational opportunity. A student whose
record is satisfactory in academic work and in respect to personal
and community responsibility may feel that his application for aid
will receive favorable consideration. Applicants apply at the Per-
sonnel Office for necessary forms.
Alumni Loans Fund
This is a fund which was created by the Alumni Association to
aid needy students in their junior and senior years. The maximum
loan is $100.00 per year. Loans must be used exclusively for college
expenses. Applicants must be good students and in need. Legal
security is required. No interest is charged. Repayments begin at
the rate of $15.00 monthly after graduation.
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Student Loan Fund
Emergency loans are made from this fund to be repaid within
a year. The maximum amount loaned to any one student is $50.00.
Application forms may be secured at the Personnel Office.
Student Activities Association Loan Fund
The Student Activities Association, a student organization, has
set aside $4,000.00 as a fund to assist needy students through loans.
Each application is decided upon its ow^n merits by a committee.
Application forms may be secured at the Personnel Office.
Everywoman's Club of Glenside Fund
A loan of one hundred dollars or less is available to a young
woman from Abington or Cheltenham Township, Montgomery
County, in her Junior or Senior year, who is recommended for such
aid by the Dean of Women in the college attended. The loan may
not exceed one hundred dollars in any one year or more than two
hundred dollars to any one girl.
Hannah Kent Schoff Loan Fund of the
Pennsylvania Congress of Parents and Teachers
Loans for the purpose of training in elementary education may
be made from this fund. The sum is not to exceed four hundred
dollars ($400.00) which will be received at the rate of one hundred
dollars ($100.00) per year. The applicant shall repay such loans as
soon as is reasonably convenient. The recipient of a four hundred
dollar loan shall be exempt from payment of one hundred dollars
if he has repaid three hundred dollars by the time he has received
his Pennsylvania Permanent Certificate.
All applications for loans shall be made in writing and contain
such information as shall be required by the Committee on Student
Loan Fund of the Pennsylvania Congress of Parents and Teachers.
STUDENT HELP EMPLOYMENT
Applications for the various types of student employment are
received after May 1 of each year. Appointments for the year are
made about July I. Applications must be renewed each year.
Student Help Assistants
The College employs a limited number of students as helpers
in some of the departments of the College; for example, the library,
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laboratories, and offices. Positions pay sixty cents an hour, the
amount earned depending upon the number of hours employed
during a month. Part-time positions require twenty-live hours work
per month and pay $135.00 for the year; full-time positions re-
quire fifty hours work each month and pay $270.00 for the year.
Most of these jobs require some special form of training or skill.
The money earned must be used exclusively for college expenses and
is available primarily for those who could not otherwise attend col-
lege. This money will defray from one-fourth to approximately one-
half of the student's college expenses.
Student Waiters
The College employs each year a number of waiters for its din-
ing hall. Students thus employed are paid on an hourly basis and
may earn from $150.00 to $250.00 for the year, thus defraying ap-
proximately one-third to one-half of their college expenses. Such
positions are primarily available for those who could not otherwise
go to college. The money thus earned must be used exclusively for
college expenses.
Opportunities for Earning Room and Board
Women students who need to earn the full cost of their board,
room, and laundry should make applications for this type of posi-
tion. Those who have had experience or training in home duties are
more easily placed. The duties vary from caring for children and
tutoring, to cooking, cleaning, and the performance of general house-
hold duties. Girls live under conditions and regulations approved by
the College and are encouraged to participate in all college activities.
This work takes care of the $432.00 a year charged for room, meals,
and laundry of the student who might otherwise live in the dormi-
tory. Those interested should write, after May 1, for application
forms to the Dean of Women. A personal interview is required by
both the Dean of Women and the Housemother,
There are a few similar opportunities for men. Those interested
should apply at the Personnel Office,
Part Time and Odd Jobs
The Personnel Office offers to assist students who wish to earn
money toward their college expenses. Students may register for
such part time work or odd job work as may come to this office from
the campus or community. While the Personnel Office makes every
effort to obtain places for those who wish employment, it advises
against depending upon this source for any regular or dependable
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income. The opportunities range from a few dollars to nearly
$200.00 for the college year. Students who enter college with train-
ing in some special field are able to earn more than those with little
or no training.
EXPENSES
A. UNIFORM FEES *
1. Contingent Fee —
a. Each semester a fee f for each student is charged as follows:
Elementary Curriculum $45.00
Secondary Curriculum 45.00
Health and Physical Education Curriculum 63.00
Music Education Curriculum 90.00
b. Students taking seven or less semester hours shall pay at the
rate of |7.50 per semester hour. Students taking more than
seven hours shall pay the regular contingent fees provided
that the regular contingent fees for special curricula shall be
prorated on the basis that the number of semester hours
taken is to eighteen semester hours.
c. Students taking extension courses shall pay at the rate of
$7.50 per semester hour, provided that the regular fees for
special curricula shall be prorated on the basis that the num-
ber of semester hours taken is to eighteen semester hours.
d. The President of the College may, at his discretion, authorize
payments for not less than one month in advance by worthy
students.
2. Fee for Out-of-State Students
Students whose legal residence is out-of-state will be charged a
fee of $7.50 per semester hour. Out-of-state students carrying
the regular sixteen hour semester load will pay $120.00 each
semester. In addition, Health and Physical Education students
will pay $18.00 and Music Education students will pay $45.00
per semester.
* The acceptance of a student is for a semester. Parents or guardians who
are providing for tlie expense of a student at the College should under-
stand that their financial obligations are for a full semester. Fees are
subject to change without notice.
t This fee covers registration and keeping of records of students, library,
student welfare, health service (other than extra nurse and quartine),
and laboratory facilities.
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3. Housing Fee
^a. Housing rate for students.
The housing rate for students is $216.00 per semester.
This includes room, meals, and limited laundry (for dormi-
tory students only) during the time the College is officially
in session (excludes holidays and vacations).
Students will vacate dormitory rooms on the day college vaca-
tions begin. Rooms may be occupied no earlier than noon of
the day preceding the end of a college vacation.
(1) An additional charge of $9,00 per student will be made
each semester for rooms with running water.
(2) A student may, at the discretion of the President of the
College, occupy a double room alone by paying an addi-
tional $36.00 fee each semester.
(3) For the purpose of meeting the requirements of those
college students who live in off-campus rooming houses
but board in the college dining room, the housing rate
will be divided, $3.00 for room and laundry and $9.00
for table board.
(4) No reduction in the rates is to be made for the absence
of students who go home for a few days at a time, nor
for laundry done at home.
(5) Students not living in the college dormitories but living
in houses approved by the College will be responsible for
their own laundry.
b. Housing rates for employees other than those included in the
State Classification Schedule (faculty, clerks, etc.) are $13.00
per week, divided $9.00 for meals and $4.00 for room and
laundry.
c. The rate for separate meals is:
Breakfast $.50 Lunch $.75 Dinner $1.00
d. The President of the College may, at his discretion, authorize
payments for not less than one month in advance by worthy
students.
4. Damage Fee
Students will be responsible for damages, breakage, loss, or
delayed return of college property. The rooms are fully equipped
for students at entrance. Any damage done to furniture, furn-
ishings, or buildings beyond that which comes from use, will be
charged to students. At the opening of the year all necessary
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electric lamps are furnished free. Thereafter, students pay for
extra light bulbs. If damage results from using appliances other
than those provided by the College, a proportionate amount will
be charged to all students accountable.
5. Infirmary Fee
For minor illness, boarding students are charged $1.00 for each
day after the third day in the College Infirmary. This charge is
exclusive of the fees of physicians, the expenses of employing
trained nurses, and the cost of medicine, for all of which the
students or the parents thereof are responsible. For the first three
days no charge is made. In case of serious illness, students are
removed to a hospital where they will bear their own expenses.
Day students who are admitted to the Infirmary will pay board
at the rate of $2.00 per day.
6. Private Music Instruction Fees
a. Students enrolled in the Music Education Curriculum do not
pay extra fees for private instruction in voice, piano, band, or
orchestral instruments. Such instruction is included in the
contingent fee. There is no charge for the use of pianos for
practice. A rental charge is made for the following:
(1) Pipe organ for practice one period per day, $36.00 each
semester.
(2) Orchestral instruments, $6.00 per semester.
b. Charges applicable to students in the Elementary, Secondary,
or Health and Physical Education Curriculum.
(1) Voice, piano, band, or orchestral instruments, $24,00 each
semester — for one lesson per week. Pipe organ, $42.00
each semester — for one lesson per week.
(2) Rental of piano for practice, one period per day, $6.00
each semester.
Rental of pipe organ for practice, one period per day,
$36.00 each semester.
Rental of band or orchestral instruments, $6.00 each
semester.
7. Miscellaneous Fees
a. Degree Fee
A fee of $5.00 must be paid by each candidate for a degree to
cover the cost of the diploma.
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b. Record Transcript Fee
One dollar ($1.00) will be charged for the second and each
subsequent transcrip of records.
c. Late Registration Fee and Late Payments
A late registration fee of $1.00 per day, not to exceed $5.00,
will be paid by students who do not register on the appointed
registration day, except where pre-approval has been ob-
tained from the President of the College. The same regula-
tions shall apply to approved inter-semester payments.
8. Delinquent Accounts
No student will be enrolled, graduated, or receive a transcript
of his record until all charges have been paid.
B. DEPOSITS
Advanced Registration Deposit
A deposit of $10.00 must be made by all applicants as the final
step in completing the admission process. This fee is not to be
sent until the applicant receives notice of acceptance to the
College. It is a guarantee of the intention of the appHcant to
enter college for the term or semester designated. It is deposited
with the State Revenue Department to the credit of the appU-
cant's contingent fee. If, however, the applicant notifies the Col-
lege at least three weehj before the opening of college that he
is unable to enter, or if the applicant is rejected by the College,
repayment of this deposit will be made upon application by the
student to the College Bursar. Check or money order for this
amount should be drawn to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,
Harrisburg, Pa. The College is not responsible for currency sent
in unreo-istered letters.
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C. ADDITIONAL COSTS
1. Activity Fee
A fee to be determined by each institution will be collected from
all students (except those noted below) and administered under
regulations approved by the Board of Trustees through a co-
operative organization. This fee will cover the cost of student
activities in athletics, lectures, entertainments, student publica-
tions, et cetera. Students taking extension courses or regular
session students taking less than seven semester hours may
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secure the benefits of the Activities Program by the payment
of the Student Activity Fee. This fee, as determined and collected
by the Student Activities Association of the State Teachers Col-
lege at West Chester, is $12.50 for each semester.
2. Books
Each student purchases his own books. These may be bought at
the College Book Store. The cost of books for a student is ap-
proximately $25.00 each semester.
3. Gymnasium Outfits
a. Health and Physical Education Students
1. All Health and Physical Education men students are re-
quired to purchase athletic and gym outfits costing approx-
imately fifteen dollars ($15.00) the first semester, fifteen
dollars ($15.00) the third semester, and twenty dollars
($20.00) in the student teaching semester.
2. Health and Physical Education women students are re-
quired to purchase gym outfits costing approximately
thirty dollars ($30.00). This expenditure occurs at the
beginning of the first semester.
b. Elementary, Secondary, and Music Students
In the second semester of the freshman year all students other
than those registered in the field of Health and Physical Edu-
cation are required to purchase a regulation gym outfit. For
the women students this outfit will include a pair of blue
shorts, a white shirt, a white sweat shirt, white socks, and
white canvas tennis shoes. This regulation outfit may be pur-
chased in the stores of West Chester at an approximate cost
of ten dollars ($10.00).
For the men students this regulation outfit includes a pair of
white shorts, a white T-shirt, white socks, canvas gym shoes,
gray sweat pants, and gray sweat shirt. The approximate cost
of this gym outfit is fifteen dollars ($15.00).
4. Identification Cards
A charge not exceeding fifty cents ($.50) will be made for Stu-
dent Identification Cards on the day of registration. Identification
cards are used to admit students to college functions sponsored
by the Student Activities Association and to the College dining
room. Identification cards show each student's photograph, per-
sonal data, and rules pertaining to their use. Lost identification
cards will be replaced at a cost of one dollar ($1.00).
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5. Dues
Each student will pay either a Day Student or Dormitory Coun-
cil fee of nominal amount which currently is fifty cents ($.50)
per year.
Class dues, which are determined by each class, are payable for
each year. For the current year the dues are as follows: Fresh-
men— $1.00; Sophomores — $2.00; Juniors — $8.00; Seniors—
$10.00.
D. REPAYMENTS
1. Repayments will be made:
a. In case of personal illness, the same being certified to by an
attending physician, or for such other reasons as may be
approved by the Board of Trustees, the amount of the hous-
ing and contingent fees paid by the student for the part of
the semester which the student does not spend in college will
be refunded.
b. The advance registration deposit will be returned to an appli-
cant provided he notifies the College not less than three
weehj before the opening of the semester or term of his in-
tention not to attend, or in case the applicant is rejected by
the College.
2. Repayments will not be made:
a. To students who are temporarily suspended, indefinitely sus-
pended, dismissed, or who voluntarily withdraw from the
College.
b. Of the advance registration deposit or any part except where
applicants give notice of their intention to withdraw at least
three weehj before the College opens or when the applicant
is rejected by the College.
SUMMARY OF COSTS PER YEAR
1. Elementary or Secondary Education Curriculum:
a. Boarding at the College
Contingent Fee $ 90.00
Activity Fee 25.00
Books (approximately) ^ 50.00
Room, board, laundry 432.00
$597.00
*
• Cost of gymnasium outfits must be added to this totaL See page 53 for
cost.
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b. Doy Students — Living at Home
Contingent Fee $ 90.00
Activity Fee 25.00
Books (approximately) 50.00
$165.00*
2. Health and Physical Educational Curriculum:
a. Boarding at the College
Contingent Fee $126.00
Activity Fee 25.00
Books (approximately) 50.00
Room, board, laundry 432.00
$633.00*
b. Day Students — Living at Home
Contingent Fee $126.00
Activity Fee 25.00
Books (approximately) 50.00
$201.00*
3. Music Education Curriculum:
G. Boarding at the College
Contingent Fee $180.00
Activity Fee 25.00
Books (approximately) 50.00
Room, board, laundry 432.00
$687.00*
b. Day Students — Living at Home
Contingent Fee $180.00
Activity Fee 25.00
Books (approximately) 50.00
$255.00*
The College sends out bills twice a semester, once at the beginning of the
semester, and again at the end of the first half of the semester. This divides the
payments per year into four units. If special arrangements other than the above
are desired, the student should consult the Bursar of the College.
Checks for contingent fee and for room, board, and laundry should be drawn
payable to the COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.
The checks for the ACTIVITY FEE should be made payable to the Student
Activities Association at West Chester, Pa.
No fees or deposits other than those specified above may be charged by a
State Teachers College.
* Cost of gymnasium outfits must be added to this total. See page 53 lor
cost.
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CURRICULA OFFERED AT WEST CHESTER
1. Elementary Education Curriculum (see pages 56-57)
2. Secondary Education Curriculum (see pages 58-68)
3. Health and Physical Education Curriculum (see pages 69-70)
4. Music Education Curriculum (see pages 71-72)
5. Degree Curriculum for Dental Hygienists (see pages 73-74)
6. Degree Curriculum for Public School Nurses (see pages 75-76)
1. THE ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM
Upon satisfactory completion of the requirement of this cur-
riculum the student will be granted the degree of Bachelor of Science
in Education and will qualify for a Pennsylvania Provisional Col-
lege Certificate to be issued by the Department of Public Instruc-
tion, Harrisburg, Pa. The certificate will be valid for teaching in the
kindergarten and grades one to six inclusive, and for grades seven
and eight when they are not a part of an approved junior high school
or junior-senior high school in Pennsylvania.
(Sequence of courses subject to change for administrative reasons)
First Semester Second Semester
Hours Hours
Clock Sem. Clock Sem.
Communications I 5 5 Communications II 5 5
or English I (3-3) or English II (3-3)
and Speech I (2-2) and Speech II (2-2)
Professional Orientation 3 3 **Introduction to Art 3 2
Basic Biology 4 3 **Introduction to Music 3 2
Health 2 2 Basic Physical Science 4 3
World Geography 3 3 *Physical Education I 2 1
Geography of the United
17 16 States and Pennsylvania 3
20 16
Third Semester
World Culture I 5
or General Literature I (2-2)
and History of Civilization
I .(3-3)
Music for the Elementary
Grades 2
•Physical Education II 2
Science for the Elementary
Grades 3
Art for the Elementary
Grades 2
Elective 3
Fourth Semester
5
World Culture II
_ 5
5
or General Literature II
(2-2)
and History of Civilization
II (3-3)
Audio-Visual Education _
. 3
2
2
Teaching of Music in the
1
Elementary Grades
Teaching of Art in the
. 4
3
3
Elementary Grades
. 4
3
*Physical Education III __
. 2
1
2
Elective
- 2
2
3
—
—
— — 20 16
17 16
♦ Physical Education I, II, and III may be individual or group activity.
*• All or any part of these courses may be scheduled as a part of the unit
in World Culture and the corresponding semester hours added to World
Culture.
A student may be given the privilege of taking an examination in any
subject matter area for the purpose of securing exemption from taking
a course. A student shall be given credit for a course in which he regis-
ters and in which he demonstrates competence by a qualifying examina-
tion.
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Fifth Semester
Hours
Clock Sem.
History of the United States
and Pennsylvania I 3 3
Language Arts in the
Elementary Grades 9 9
or Teaching of Reading
(3-3), Teaching of
Language (3-3), and
Children's Literature (3-3)
General Psychology 3 3
Teaching of Health 3 2
18 17
Seventh Semester
American Citizenship 6
Option 1. Home and Family
Living (3-3)
and American Government
(3-3), or
Option 2. Introduction to
Philosophy (3-3)
and American Government
(3-3)
Educational Psychology and
Evaluative Techniques 3
Electives 6
3
6
Sixth Semester
Hours
Clock Sem.
History of the United States
and Pennsylvania II 3 3
Child Development 3 3
Social Living in the
Elementary Grades 9 9
or Teaching of Arith-
metic (3-3),
Elementary Science (3-3),
Social Studies and
Geography (3-3)
Elective 3 3
18 18
Eighth Semester
Student Teaching and Direc-
tion of Student Activities 30
Professional Practicum
including School Law 2
12
32 14
Total Semester Hours Required
for Graduation 128
15 15
SPECIALIZATION AND ELECTIVES
Students may specialize in Early Childhood, in Intermediate
Grade, or in Upper Grade teaching by selecting appropriate elec-
tives.
Hours
Electives: Clock Semester
Arts and Crafts 3 3
Child Adjustment 3 3
Child Psychology 3 3
Creative Activities in the Elementary School 3 3
Creative Art 3 3
Creative Design 3 3
Diagnostic and Remedial Reading 3 3
Harmony I 3 3
Harmony II 3 3
History and Appreciation of Music 3 3
Pre-School Education 3 3
Problems in Elementary School Art 3 3
School and Community 3 3
Speech Development and Improvement 3 3
Speech Problems 3 3
Teaching the Exceptional Child 3 3
Students may also elect courses in academic fields and special
curricula offered at the College.
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State Teachers College
2. THE SECONDARY CURRICULUM
Upon satisfactory completion of the requirements of this cur-
riculum the student will be granted the degree of Bachelor of Science
in Education and will qualify for a Pennsylvania Provisional Col-
lege Certificate to be issued by the Department of Public Instruction,
Harrisburg, Pa. This certificate will be valid for teaching specific
subjects in an approved secondary school in Pennsylvania. Students
are required to choose two areas of specialization. These are in-
dicated on the following pages.
(Sequence of courses subject to change for administrative reasons)
First Semester
Hours
Clock Sem.
Communications I 5 5
or En^jlish I (3-3)
and Speech I (2-2)
Basic Biology 4 3
Health 2 2
World Geography 3 3
Elective 2 2
16 15
Second Semester
Hours
Clock Sem.
Communications II 5 5
or English II (3-3)
and Speech II (2-2)
Basic Physical Science 4 3
♦Physical Education I 2 1
Professional Orientation 3 3
Fundamentals of Mathematics 3 3
Elective 2 2
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Third Semester
World Culture I 5 5
or General Literature I (2-2)
and History of Civil-
ization I (3-3)
••Introduction to Art 3 2
•Physical Education II 2 1
Science in Modern Civilization 3 3
Electives 6 6
19 17
Fourth Semester
World Culture II 5
or General Literature II (2-2)
and History of Civiliza-
tion II (3-3)
••Introduction to Music 3
•Physical Education III 2
Electives 9
2
1
9
19 17
Fifth Semester
History of the United States
and Pennsylvania I 3
Audio-Visual Education 3
General Psychology 3
Electives 8
Sixth Semester
History of the United States
3 and Pennsylvania II 3 3
2 Problems of Secondary Educa-
3 tion, including Guidance 3 3
8 Educational Psychology and
— — Evaluative Techniques 3 3
17 16 Electives 7 7
16 16
* Physical Education I, II, and III may be individual or group activity.
** All or any part of these courses may be scheduled as part of the unit in
World Culture. If combined, the semester hours devoted to World
Culture will be correspondingly increased.
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Seventh Semester Eighth Semester
American Citizenship 6 6 Student Teaching and Direc-
Option 1. Home and Family tion of Student Activities___30 12
Living (3-3) Professional Practicum
and American Government including School Law 2 2
(3-3) — —
Option 2. Introduction to 32 14
Philosophy (3-3) Total Semester Hours required
and American Government for Graduation 128
(3-3)
Electives 10 10
16 16
Graduation requirements for this curriculum include specializa-
tion in not less than two teaching fields.
1. The first field shall require not fewer than thirty (30) semes-
ter hours, except the General Field of Science where the re-
quirement is thirty-eight (38) semester hours, and the field of
English where the requirement is thirty-five (35) semester
hours. The fields included in this recommendation are :
Social Studies, History, Social Science,
Biological Science, and Physical Science,
and not fewer than twenty-four (24) semester hours in:
Foreign Languages, Geography, Mathematics,
Chemistry, and Physics.
2. The second field shall require not fewer semester hours than
the minimum required for certification.
A student may be given the privilege of taking an examination
in any subject matter area for the purpose of securing exemption
from taking a course. A student shall be given credit for a course
in which he registers and in which he demonstrates competence by
a qualifying examination.
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
English
(First field 35 Semester Hours; Second field 18 Semester Hours)
Hours
Clocks Semester
Required — 13 semester hours
*Communications I 5 3
or English I (3-3)
and Speech I (2-2)
*Communications II 5 3
or English II (3-3)
and Speech II (2-2)
* Each course vrill count 3 Semester Hours toward certification in English.
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♦World Culture I
or General Literature I (2-2)
and History of Civilization I (3-3)
♦World Culture II
or General Literature II (2-2)
and History of Civilization II (3-3)
Recent Trends in the Teaching of English 3
Hours
Cloc/{ Semester
Restricted Electives (apply only to first teaching field)
At least one course must be selected from each of Groups 1, 2,
3, and 4.
Group 1. Survey Courses
American Literature 3 3
English Literature 3 3
American Poetry 3 3
American Prose . 3 3
Children's Literature 3 3
Group 2. Period Courses
Pre-Shakespearean Literature 3 3
Shakespeare 3 3
18th Century Literature 3 3
The Romantic Movement 3 3
Victorian Literature 3 3
Group 3. Literary Form Courses
Criticism 3 3
Modern Drama 3 3
The Novel to 1870 3 3
Contemporary Novel 3 3
Essay 3 3
Contemporary Poetry 3 3
Short Story 3 3
Literature of Biography 3 3
Group 4. Composition
Creative Writing 3 3
Journalism 3 3
Advanced Composition 3 3
English Philology and Grammar 3 3
• World Culture I and II are composite courses. Each course will count
2 Semester Hours toward certification in English.
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French
(First field 24 Semester Hours; Second field 18 Semester Hours)
Hours
Clock. Semester
Required — 12 semester hours
*French I 3 3
^French II 1 3 3
French III 3 3
French IV 3 3
Electives
French V — Survey of Literature 3 3
French VI — Survey of Literature 3 3
French VII — Advanced Language
and Techniques 3 3
French VIII — French Classical Drama 3 3
French IX — French Literature of the
19th Century 3 3
French X — Development of the French Novel 3 3
Latin
To specialize in Latin, students must present not less than two years of
secondary school Latin and demonstrate competence to specialize in this field.
(First field not offered; Second field 18 Semester Hours)
Required — 18 semester hours
Latin I — Ovid and Virgil 3 3
Latin II — Livy 3 3
Latin III — Cicero and Tacitus Selections 3 3
Latin IV — Horace 3 3
Latin V — Plautus and Terence 3 3
Latin VI — Roman Civilization 3 3
* Two units of high school French satisfy these requirements.
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Geography
(First field 24 Semester Hours; Second field 18 Semester Hours)
Hours
Cloc\ Semester
Required — 6 semester hours
World Geography 3 3
Teaching of Geography in Secondary Schools 3 3
Restricted Electives (apply only to first teaching field)
At least one course must be chosen from each of Groups 1, 2,
and 3.
Group 1. Earth Studies
Climatology 3 3
Geology 3 3
Meteorology 3 3
Physiography 3 3
Cartography 3 3
Group 2. Economic Geography
Economic Geography 3 3
Commercial Air Transportation 3 3
Conservation of Natural Resources 3 3
Geographic Influence in American
History 3 3
Trade and Transportation 3 3
Group 3. Regional Studies
Geography of Pennsylvania 3 3
Geography of Asia 3 3
Geography of Africa and Australia 3 3
Geography of Europe 3 3
Geography of the Far East 3 3
Geography of Latin America L 3 3
Geography of the United States
and Canada 3 3
World Problems in Geography 3 3
Field Course (as approved) 3 3
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Mo^hematics
(First field 24 Semester Hours; Second field 18 Semester Hours)
Students demonstrating competence to specialize in Mathematics
will not be required to take Fundamentals of Mathematics.
Hours
Cloc\ Semester
Required — 18 semester hours
College Algebra - 3 3
Trigonometry 3 3
Analytic Geometry 3 3
Calculus I (Differential) 3 3
Calculus II (Integral) 3 3
Teaching Mathematics in Secondary Schools 3 3
Electives
Advanced College Algebra 3 3
College Geometry 3 3
Spherical Trigonometry and Navigation 3 3
Statistics 3 3
History of Mathematics 3 3
Calculus III 3 3
Mathematics of Finance 3 3
Field Work in Mathematics 3 3
Social Studies
(First field 30 Semester Hours; 15 in History, 15 in Social Science)
Required — 27 semester hours
*World Culture I 5 3
or General Literature I (2-2)
and History of Civilization I (3-3)
*World Culture II 5 3
or General Literature II (2-2)
and History of Civilization II (3-3)
History of the United States and Pennsylvania I__ 3 3
History of the United States and Pennsylvania IL. 3 3
American Citizenship 6 6
or American Government (3-3)
and Home and Family Living (3-3) ;
or American Government (3-3)
and Introduction to Philosophy (3-3)
Principles of Sociology 3 3
Principles of Economics 3 3
Teaching of Social Studies in Secondary Schools__ 3 3
• World Culture I and II are composite courses. Credit in each is 3
Semester Hours for certification in Social Studies.
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Electives
Hours
Cloc/i Semester
History of Europe to 1815___ 3 3
History of Europe since 1815 3 3
History of Pennsylvania 3 3
History of England 3 3
Twentieth Century World 3 3
Diplomatic History of the United States 3 3
International Relations 1919 to Present 3 3
History of Latin America 3 3
Renaissance to Reformation 3 3
History of the Middle East and India 3 3
History of the Far East 3 3
The United Nations Organization and Function— 3 3
Contemporary Social Problems 3 3
Contemporary Economic Problems 3 3
Municipal Government 3 3
State and Local Government 3 3
Comparative Government 3 3
Consumer Education 3 3
Industrial Relations 3 3
History
(First field 30 Semester Hours; Second field 24 Semester Hours)
Required — 21 semester hours
*World Culture I 5 3
or General Literature I (2-2)
and History of Civilization I (3-3)
♦World Culture II 5 5
or General Literature II (2-2)
and History of Civilization II (3-3)
History of the United States and Pennsylvania I— 3 3
History of the United States and Pennsylvania IL 3 3
American Citizenship 6 6
or American Government (3-3)
and Home and Family Living (3-3)
or Introduction to Philosophy (3-3)
Teaching of Social Studies in Secondary Schools— 3 3
• World Cnlture I and II are composite courses. Bach course will count
3 Semester Hours toward certification in History.
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Electives
Hours
Clock. Semester
History of Europe to 1815 3 3
History of Europe since 1815 3 3
History of Pennsylvania 3 3
History of England 3 3
Twentieth Century World 3 3
Diplomatic History of the United States 3 3
International Relations 1919 to Present 3 3
History of Latin America 3 3
Renaissance to Reformation 3 3
History of the Middle East and India 3 3
History of the Far East 3 3
The United Nations Organization and Function— 3 3
Principles of Sociology 3 3
Principles of Economics 3 3
Social Science
(First field 30 Semester Hours; Second field 24 Semester Hours)
Required — 27 semester hours
*World Culture I 5 3
or General Literature I (2-2)
and History of Civilization I (3-3)
*World Culture II 5 3
__ or General Literature II (2-2)
and History of Civilization II (3-3)
History of the United States and Pennsylvania I— 3 3
History of the United States and Pennsylvania II_ 3 3
American Citizenship 6 6
or American Government (3-3)
and Home and Family Living (3-3)
or Introduction to Philosophy (3-3)
Principles of Sociology 3 3
Principles of Economics 3 3
Teaching of Social Studies in Secondary Schools— 3 3
• World Culture I and II are composite courses. Credit in each is 3
Semester Hours for certification in Social Science.
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Electives
Hours
Clocfi Semester
Contemporary Social Problems 3 3
Contemporary Economic Problems 3 3
Consumer Education 3 3
Municipal Government 3 3
State and Local Government 3 3
Comparative Government 3 3
Industrial Relations 3 3
The United Nations Organization and Function.. 3 3
General Field of Science
(First field 38 Semester Hours; No second field)
Students demonstrating competence to specialize in the General
Field of Science will not be required to take Basic Biology or Basic
Physical Science.
Required — 38 semester hours
Botany I 6 4
Botany II 6 4
Zoology I 6 4
Zoology II 6 4
Inorganic Chemistry I 6 4
Inorganic Chemistry II 6 4
*Earth Science 3 3
Physics I 6 4
Physics II 6 4
Teaching of Science in the Secondary School 3 3
Biological Science
(First field 30 Semester Hours; Second field 18 Semester Hours)
Students demonstrating competence to specialize in Biological
Science will not be required to take Basic Biology.
* To be selected from Geography Group I. See page 62.
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Required Courses — 19 semester hours
Botany I 6 4
Botany II 6 4
Zoology I 6 4
Zoology II 6 4
Teaching of Science in the Secondary School 3 3
Restricted Electives (apply only to first teaching field)
At least one course must be selected from each group.
Hours
Cloc\ Semester
Group 1. Field Courses
Field Botany 5 3
Ornithology 5 3
Entomology 5 3
Ecology 5 3
Field Zoology 5 3
Group 2. Laboratory Courses
Vertebrate Anatomy 5 3
Physiology 5 3
Microbiology 5 3
Parasitology 5 3
Genetics 5 3
Chemistry
(First field 24 Semester Hours; Second field 18 Semester Hours)
Students demonstrating competence to specialize in Chemistry
will not be required to take Basic Physical Science.
Required — 25 semester hours
Inorganic Chemistry I 6 4
Inorganic Chemistry II 6 4
Qualitative Analysis 7 3
Quantitative Analysis 7 3
*Physics I 6 4
*Physics II 6 4
Teaching of Science in the Secondary School 3 3
Electives
Organic Chemistry I 6 4
Organic Chemistry II 5 3
Biological Chemistry 6 3
Physical Chemistry 5 3
Colloidal Chemistry 6 3
Industrial Chemistry 5 3
Chemistry of Foods and Nutrition 6 3
Water Analysis 4 2
* Required only for first teaching field ; not required for second field.
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Physical Science
(First field 24 Semester Hours; Second field 18 Semester Hours)
Students demonstrating competence to specialize in Physical
Science will not be required to take Basic Physical Science.
Hours
Clock Semester
Required — 19 semester hours
Inorganic Chemistry I 6 4
Inorganic Chemistry II 6 4
Physics I 6 4
Physics II 6 4
Teaching of Science in the Secondary School 3 3
Electives
To be selected from Chemistry, Earth Science, or Physics
Physics
(First field 24 Semester Hours; Second field 18 Semester Hours)
Students demonstrating competence to specialize in Physics will
not be required to take Basic Physical Science.
College Algebra and Trigonometry are prerequisites for spe-
cializing in Physics as a first field.
Required — 19 semester hours
Physics I 6 4
Physics II 6 4
*Inorganic Chemistry I 6 4
*Inorganic Chemistry II 6 4
Teaching of Science in the Secondary School__ __ 3 3
Electives
Electricity and Magnetism 6 4
Mechanics 6 4
Heat 6 4
Electronics : 5 3
Optics 5 3
Sound 5 3
Physical Measurements Variable
• Required only for first teaching field ; not required for second field.
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3. THE HEALTH AND PHYSICAL
EDUCATION CURRICULUM
Upon satisfactory completion of the requirements of this cur-
riculum the student will be granted the degree of Bachelor of Science
in Health Education and will qualify for a Pennsylvania Provisional
College Certificate to be issued by the Department of Public Instruc-
tion, Harrisburg, Pa. The certificate will be valid for teaching and
supervising Health and Physical Education in the elementary and
secondary schools of Pennsylvania.
(Sequence of courses subject to change for administrative reasons)
First Semester
Hours
Clock Sem.
Communications I 5 5
or English I (3-3)
and Speech I (2-2)
Basic Biology 4 3
World Geography 3 3
Chemistry I 5 3
Athletics I 3 1
Gymnastics I 3 1
Aquatics I 3 1
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Third Semester
World Culture I 5
or General Literature I
(2-2) .
and History of Civiliza-
tion I (3-3)
**Introduction to Art 3
Descriptive Anatomy 3
Audio-Visual Education 3
Athletics III 3
Gymnastics III 3
Dancing I 3
2
3
2
1
1
1
Second Semester
Hours
Clock Sem.
Communications II 5 5
or English II (3-3)
and Speech II (2-2)
Professional Orientation 3
3
5
3
3
Aquatics II 3
Hygiene
Chemistry of Nutrition
Athletics II
Gymnastics II
Fourth Semester
World Culture II 5
or General Literature II
(2-2) .
and History of Civilization
tion II (3-3)
**Introduction to Music 3
General Psychology 3
Physiology I 3
Athletics IV 3
Gymnastics IV 3
Dancing II 3
25 17
2
3
3
1
1
1
23 15
Fifth Semester
History of the United States
and Pennsylvania I 3 3
Leadership in Protective
Procedures 2 2
Physiology II 3 3
Physical Education Tests 3 3
Ad-iletics V 3 1
Athletics VII 3 1
Gymnastics V 3 1
Elective 3 3
23 17
23 16
Sixth Semester
Educational Psychology and
Evaluative Techniques 3 3
American Government 3 3
School Health Problems 3 3
Physical Activities for
Atypical Children I 2 2
Organization and Administra-
tion of Physical Education 3 3
Athletics VIII 3 1
Adiletics VI 3 1
20 16
** All or any part of these courses may be scheduled as part of the unit in
World Culture. If combined, the semester hours devoted to World Cul-
ture will be correspondingly increased.
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Seventh Semester Eighth Semester
Hours Hours
Clock Sem. Clock Sem.
Physical Activities for Student Teaching and Direc-
Atypical Children II 2 2 tion of Student Activities 30 12
Mental Hygiene 3 3 Professional Practicum
Principles of Recreation 2 2 including School Law 2 2
Sociology 3 3 — —
Introduction to Philosophy 3 3 32 14
Elective 3 3 Total Semester Hours
— — Required for Graduation 128
16 16
RECREATION LEADERSHIP
For Health and Physical Education students who desire to pre-
pare as recreation leaders, an elective area is provided.
Hours
Cloc\ Semester
Required Courses — 17 semester hours
*Aquatic Activities I 3
*Aquatic Activities II 3
*Athletic Activities V 3
*Athletic Activities VI 3
*Dancing I 3
*Dancing II 3
*Principles of Recreation 2 2
*Leadership in Protective Procedures 2 2
Organization and Administration of Recreation 3 3
Supervised Recreation Leadership 6 4
Total 31 17
Elective Courses — 8 semester hours
(to be chosen from two or more of the following fields) :
Arts and Crafts in Recreation 3 3
Music in Recreation 3 3
Dramatics in Recreation 3 3
Camping and Outing Varies
• Health and Physical Education Major students receive credit for these
courses since they are included in the required courses for the major
field.
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4. THE MUSIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM
Upon satisfactory completion of the requirements of this cur-
riculum the student will be granted the degree of Bachelor of Science
in Music Education and will qualify for a Pennsylvania Provisional
College Certificate to be issued by the Department of Public Instruc-
tion, Harrisburg, Pa. The certificate will be valid for teaching and
supervising music in the elementary and secondary schools of Penn-
sylvania.
(Sequence of courses subject to change for administrative reasons)
First Semester
Hours
Clock Sem.
Communications I 5 5
or English I (3-3)
and Speech I (2-2)
Basic Biology 4 3
World Geography 3 3
Health Education 2 2
Solfeggio I 3 2
*Applied Music 6 2
23 17
Second Semester
Hours
Clock Sem.
Communications II 5 5
or English II (3-3)
and Speech II (2-2)
Basic Physical Science
(Acoustics) 4 3
Introduction to Art 3 2
Physical Education I
(Eurythmics I) 2 1
Professional Orientation 3 3
Solfeggio II 3 2
*Applied Music 6 2
26 18
Third Semester
World Culture I 5
or General Literature I (2-2)
and History of Civiliza-
tion I (3-3)
Physical Education II
(Eurythmics II) 2
Solfeggio III 3
Theory of Music I 5
Conducting I (Choral) 3
Survey of Music Literature 2
*Applied Music 9
1
2
4
1
1
3
Fourth Semester
World Culture II 5
or General Literature II (2-2)
and History of Civiliza-
tion II (3-3)
Physical Education III 2
Audio-Visual Education 3
Theory of Music II 5
Conducting II (Instrumental)- 3
•Applied Music 9
27 16
29 17
Fifth Semester
Hours
Clock Sem.
History of the United States
and Pennsylvania I 3 3
General Psychology 3 3
Theory of Music III 3 3
History of Music I 3 3
Methods I (Elementary) 4 3
•Applied Music 9 3
25 18
Sixth Semester
Hours
Clock Sem.
Educational Psychology and
Evaluative Techniques 3 3
Theory of Music IV 3 3
History of Music II 3 3
Methods II (Secondary) 3 2
•Applied Music 9 3
21 14
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Seventh Semester
American Citizenship 6 6
Option 1. Home and Family
Living (3-3)
and American Government
(3-3)
Option 2. Introduction to
Philosophy (3-3)
and American Government
(3-3)
Methods III (Instrumental) 3 2
Orchestration 3 2
•Applied Music 3 1
Music (elective) 3 3
(Counterpoint, Advanced Harmony,
Composition, American Music, or
Class Piano Methods)
18 14
Eighth Semester
Student Teaching and Direc-
tion of Student Activities 30
Professional Practicum
including School Law 2
12
32 14
Total Semester Hours
Required for Graduation 128
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5. DEGREE CURRICULUM FOR DENTAL HYGIENISTS
The degree of Bachelor of Science in Education will be con-
ferred upon Dental Hygienists meeting the following requirements :
1, The possession of a valid license to practice dental hygiene
in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania issued by the State
Dental Council and Examining Board and the Department
of Public Instruction.
"The professional education requirement for dental hy-
giene is the satisfactory completion of an approved dental
hygienist course of instruction of two years of not less than
thirty-two weeks of not less than thirty hours each week
or its equivalent in and graduation from a dental hygiene
school approved by the State Council and Examining
Board."*
2. The satisfactory completion in addition thereto of 64 semes-
ter hours of professional and general education courses dis-
tributed as follows:
Semester Hours
A. Education 11
(1) Professional Orientation 3
(2) General Psychology 3
(3) Educational Psychology and Evaluative Techniques 3
(4) Audio-Visual Education 2
B. General Education 41
(1) Communications I or English I (3-3) and
Speech I (2-2) 1 5
Communications 11 or English 11 (3-3) and
Speech II (2-2) 5
(2) Fine Arts 4
a. Introduction to Art 2
b. Introduction to Music 2
(3) Geography 6
a. World Geography 3
b. Geography of the United States
and Canada 3
(4) World Culture I or General Literature I (2-2)
and History of Civilization I (3-3) 5
World Culture II or General Literature II (2-2)
and History of Civilization II (3-3) 5
(5) Social Studies 11
a. American Government 3
b. Economics 3
c. History of the United States
and Pennsylvania 3
d. Sociology 2
C. Electives 12
Total 64
• Bulletin 644, 1950; Rules and Regulations for Applicants for Admission
to Examination for Licensure to Practice Dentistry and Dental Hygiene
and Examination Procedures.
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In each category above, credit will be given for equivalent
courses pursued in the two year Dental Hygiene Curriculum. In
such cases students must increase their electives by the number of
semester hours so credited.
In the case of dental hygienists who had less than two years of
specialized training on the basis of which they were licensed to prac-
tice dental hygiene, proportional credit will be given. Such persons
must pursue additional general education courses in college to
make up the deficiency.
Electives may be chosen with the approval of the Dean of In-
struction from any field or curriculum oflered at the college in which
the student is enrolled.
SUMMARY OF COSTS PER YEAR
For Students Enrolled in the Degree Curriculum for
Dental Hygienists
A. Boarding at the College
Contingent Fee $ 90.00
Activity Fee 25.00
Books (approximately) 50.00
Room, board, laundry 432.00
$597.00
B. Day Students — Living at Home
Contingent Fee $ 90.00
Activity Fee 25.00
Books (approximately) 50.00
$165.00
For costs during summer sessions, see page 134 or the Summer
Sessions Bulletin.
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6. DEGREE CURRICULUM FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL NURSES
The degree of Bachelor of Science in Education will be con-
ferred upon registered nurses who meet the following requirements :
1. The satisfactory completion of a three year curriculum in
an approved school of nursing and registration by the State
Board of Examiners for the Registration of Nurses of Penn-
sylvania.
2, The satisfactory completion of forty-five (45) semester hours
of additional preparation distributed as follows:
A. Courses Related to Public Nursing Semester Hours
Public School Nursing 2
Public School Organization 2 •-^
Public Health Nursing 6 . — ,
Nutrition and Community Health 2
Family Case Work 3 t^-^
Total 15
B. General and Professional Education
History of the United States and Pennsylvania 3
Communications 5 '-^
World Culture 5 -^
^ American Government 3
N;
Professional Orientation to Education 3 '-^
Educational Psychology and Evaluative Techniques 3
Audio-Visual Education 2
Total 24
C. Electives 6 r I
Grand Total 45
In the case of nurses with less than three years preparation for
registration, such persons will pursue additional courses to meet the
requirements for the degree.
Electives may be chosen with the approval of the Dean of In-
struction from any field or curriculum offered at the college.
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SUMMARY OF COSTS PER YEAR
For Students Enrolled in the Degree Curriculum for
Public School Nurses
A. Boarding at the College
Contingent Fee $ 90.00
Activity Fee 25.00
Books (approximately) 50.00
Room, board, laundry 432.00
$597.00
B. Day Students — Living at Home
Contingent Fee $ 90.00
Activity Fee 25.00
Books (approximately) 50.00
$165.00
For costs during summer sessions, see page 134 or the Summer
Sessions Bulletin.
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CERTIFICATION OF TEACHERS
School Laws of Pennsylvania, 1949, Section 1202.
State Certificates.
State certificates shall be issued as herein provided. Each such
certificate shall set forth the branches which its holder is entitled to
teach. No teacher shall teach, in any public school, any branch
which he has not been properly certificated to teach.
A certificate to teach shall not be granted or issued to any person
not a citizen of the United States, except in the case of exchange
teachers not permanently employed and teachers employed for the
purpose of teaching foreign languages.
Proyisionol College Certificate
A student who satisfactorily completes one of the curricula
offered by the College receives his degree from the College and
qualifies for a Provisional College Certificate which is issued to him
upon application to the Department of Public Instruction, Harris-
burg, Pa.
In the Elementary field this certificate qualifies the holder to
teach in the elementary schools of Pennsylvania for three years.
In the Secondary field this certificate qualifies the holder to
teach the subjects written thereon in the secondary schools of Penn-
sylvania for three years.
In Health Education and Music Education the certificate quali-
fies the holder to teach and supervise the special subject in both
elementary and secondary schools of Pennsylvania for three years.
Permanent College Certificate
The Permanent College Certificate requires three years of suc-
cessful teaching in the public schools of the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania under the Provisional College Certificate and the sat-
isfactory completion of six semester hours of additional work of
collegiate grade, completed subsequent to the issuance of the bac-
calaureate degree. One-half of the additional work must be profes-
sional and the remainder related to the subject or subject fields on
the certificate. This certificate is then a permanent license to teach
in Pennsylvania.
Extension of College Certificates
1. A college certificate valid for the Secondary field may be
extended to include the Elementary field by completing thirty
semester hours of approved courses in the field of elementary educa-
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tion, including six semester hours of elementary student teaching.
At least one course in each of the following must be included: art,
music, and health.
2. A college certificate valid for the Elementary field may be
extended to include any subject of the Secondary field by meeting
all the standards required for the original issue of a Secondary
certificate.
A student who has qualified for an elementary certificate will
have completed the required Professional Orientation, Educational
Psychology, and certain academic credits. Additional work will be
required to meet the following standards:
a. Eighteen semester hours of approved academic work in the
subject to be written on the certificate;
b. Secondary Education — six semester hours;
c. Student Teaching on the Secondary level — six semester hours.
3. A college certificate valid for the Secondary field may be
extended to include additional academic subjects when the holder
has completed eighteen semester hours of approved education in
each subject to be added to the certificate.
Certification in Other States
Concerning the requirements for certification for teaching in
other states, the Dean of Instruction should be consulted.
Teachers in Service
The following conditions apply only to those persons who have
taught in Pennsylvania public schools prior to July 1, 1922. (No
credit will be allowed toward the completion of the entrance require-
ments or the regular normal school course for teaching done after
July 1, 1922).
The sixteen units of high school work required for entrance to
the State Teachers College may be earned in approved high schools,
summer schools, extension classes, correspondence study in insti-
tutions approved by the Department of Public Instruction in
accordance with the following amendments:
After January 1, 1931, not more than the equivalent of three
years of high school credit or fifty-four counts, may be earned by
passing subjects in Pre-professional Examinations. This does not
apply to persons who have been assigned some credit prior to
January 1, 1931. This means that persons applying for credit for
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the equivalent of a four-year high school course after January 1,
1931, must have credit for at least one year of approved work in
an accredited school.
Entrance and college credits based on teaching experience have
not been granted since September 1, 1927.
Credit for student teaching other than that done under the
direction of the College will not be approved.
Credit toward entrance or toward graduation with a degree will
not be allowed for experience in teaching.
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSES BY DEPARTMENTS
Not all of the courses listed will be offered in any one semester
or year. Whenever the derpand warrants the giving of a course, an
effort will be made to schedule it. In some cases, certain courses will
be given one semester or year and others will be given the following
semester or year, thus setting up a pattern of alternating courses.
ART DEPARTMENT
Mr. Hallman, Head of the Department. Miss Lamborn, Mr. McKinney.
Introduction to Art 2 semester hours
This is a required course for all curricula. It deals with art as
a vital part of contemporary living. Art of other ages will be given
some consideration as a basis for interpreting the present.
Art for the Elementary Grades 2 semester hours
This course provides opportunity for the student to develop his
powers of self-expression; to have experience in the use of the
fundamental elements and principles of art structure as they relate
to two-dimensional expression, e.g., in the use of chalk, crayon,
paint, etc.; to discover the relationship between his creative experi-
ences and the art program for the elementary school; to provide
a basis for an understanding and evaluation of children's work.
Teaching of Art in the Elementary Grades 3 semester hours
A continuation of Art for the Elementary Grades. It provides
art experiences involving the use of a variety of manipulative ma-
terials and activities concerned with structural and decorative design.
Included are the designing and creation of objects using materials
such as clay, paper, wood, cardboard, etc., into functional attractive
articles. Here, also, emphasis is put on understanding the art
program of the elementary school.
Problems in Elementary School Art 3 semester hours
This advanced course is designed to develop a basic understand-
ing of the implications of art as an integral part of general educa-
tion, and to provide opportunity to develop a complete program
of art in a school situation. It is intended to aid the elementary
teacher to provide better instruction in art with or without the aid
of a supervisor of art. Prerequisites: Art for the Elementary Grades
and Teaching of Art in the Elementary Grades.
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Arts and Craft's 3 semester hours
This course is intended to provide opportunity for creative
activity in the arts and crafts. Special emphasis is given to camp,
playground, or recreational needs. >„4^ ^ xL-^.
CreoS-ive Art • 3 semester hours
The aim of this elective course is to develop expression in draw-
ing, painting, or other art activity. The activities are arranged w^ith
regard to the individual interests of the student. No prerequisites.
Creative Design 3 semester hours
This is an elective course planned to develop judgment and
creative power in problems of abstract and decorative design. No
prerequisites.
EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Dr. Cressman, Head of the Department
Miss Baldwin, Dr. Sykes, Dr. Denworth, Mr. Davison, Dr. Bonder, Dr. Ross,
Dr. Evans, Mr. Benda, Mr. Patterson, Mr. Childers, Dr. Woodlen, Mr. Godlove.
Professional Orientation 3 semester hours
An orientation and guidance course acquainting prospective
teachers with the opportunities and requirements of the profession;
the relationship of the school to society ; the organization and admin-
istration of the American school system. Extensive directed observa-
tion of various schools and learning situations will be required.
Audio-Visual Education 2 semester hours
Consideration of the need for sensory techniques and materials
in the learning process with attention given to the psychological
principles involved. Acquaintance with and achievement of skills
in specific techniques, materials, and equipment within his teaching
field. Activities will include actual production of material for class-
room use and participation in their use.
Introduction to Philosophy 3 semester hours
An introduction to philosophy with emphasis upon current and
pertinent problems. An historical survey of the contributions of
outstanding ancient and modern philosophies. Especial attention is
given to ethical implications.
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Problems of Secondary Education
Including Guidance 3 semester hours
Consideration of the practical problems of secondary teaching
and organization. Survey of the basic structure and nature of Ameri-
can secondary education emphasizing guidance principles. Pre-
requisite: Professional Orientation.
General Safety Education 2 semester hours
The development of habits and attitudes that will make for safe
living by both teachers and students; acquaintance with rules, regula-
tions, and laws concerning the operation of motor vehicles; rules
and regulations of pedestrian travel; other hazards to which we
are commonly subjected such as fire, electricity, etc., especially in
the home and school.
Ethics 3 semester hours
The course in ethics is concerned with the development of prin-
ciples of right conduct and practical systems of social morality. It
has to do with the human values and the development of moral
standards both for the individual and society. Basically it seeks
answers to such moral problems as the following: What conduct
shall we choose and from what shall we refrain? What shall we
fight for and what against ? The methods used will involve lectures,
discussions, readings, and reports.
Marriage and the Family 1 semester hour
A highly personalized course in preparation for marriage,
based upon the needs and desires of the students enrolled. Court-
ship and the problems involved in choosing a mate, marriage pre-
dictive tests and their use, anatomical, physiological, and medical
aspects of marriage, emotional attitudes and adjustments involved,
family economics, and the legal aspects of marriage.
Student Teaching and Direction
of Student Activities 12 semester hours
Observation and participation in all teaching and activities
related to the performance of a teacher's work, in the area of the
student's specialization.
Professional Practicum Including
School Law 2 semester hours
Methods and practices of teaching; general techniques of teach-
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ing and techniques for the students' special field; Pennsylvania
school laws relevant to the work of the classroom teacher; problems
encountered by the students in their student teaching.
Elementary Education
Child Adjustment 3 semester hours
Application of the principles of mental hygiene to the problems
of elementary school children in home, schools, and community;
study of special agencies concerned with child welfare: clinics, social
agencies, juvenile courts, etc.
Child Development 3 semester hours
Acquisition of understanding and appreciation of the patterns
of physical, mental, social, and emotional growth in the period of
early childhood. Consideration of local, state, and national agencies
concerned with the welfare and education of early childhood. Obser-
vation of learning situations in the family, school, and community
environments.
Creative Activities in the Elementary School 3 semester hours
Consideration of the guidance of children in creative learning
and expression. Emphasis upon the child's needs to discover crea-
tive interests and upon the development of skills and refinements of
taste needed for rich experience in art, music, and literature.
Diagnostic and Remedial Reading 3 semester hours
Acquaintance with recent research in the field of reading to
acquaint students with problems and needs common to incompetent
readers and with the most successful materials and techniques for
dealing with such problems. Demonstration and practice in testing,
planning, and directing remedial programs with groups and indi-
viduals. Prerequisite: Teaching of Reading.
Language Arts in the Elementary Grades 9 semester hours
Preparation of teachers for the development of the child's abil-
ities in oral and written communication. Provides knowledge of the
nature of reading processes and materials of instruction. Essential
techniques and materials of language, including handwriting and
speUing, to teach the child knowledge and skills in the fundamentals
of oral and written communications are considered. Children's Liter-
ature is explored to acquaint the prospective teacher with appro-
priate materials.
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Pre-Schooi EducaHon 3 semester hours
Study of pre-school and kindergarten children, of nursery school
and kindergarten programs, materials, equipment and procedures,
records and reports. Laboratory school experiences supplement
reading and discussion of acceptable standards and teaching prac-
tices. Prerequisite: Child Development.
Schoot and Community 3 semester hours
Study of group and intergroup activities and the role of the
individual in the group; of community interests, needs, resources
and problems; of teacher responsibility in community activities:
professional, social, civic, religious, and political. Student participa-
tion in community activities is stressed.
Socio! Living in the Elementary Grades 9 semester hours
The techniques of die teaching of children to achieve basic
concepts and skills in mathematics, science, geography, economics,
sociology, and history and the survey of instructional materials and
the curriculum in these areas. Ways of developing meaningful
experiences in each area and ways of organizing content into social
living units will be stressed.
Teaching of Arithmetic 3 semester hours
The various processes and operations needed in the arithmetic of
the elementary school are carefully analyzed so that the students
may see just what must be taught and what problems and difficul-
ties are likely to be encountered as this work is presented; sugges-
tions for meeting these problems and for preventing or correcting
common arithmetical deficiencies.
Teaching of Elementary Science 3 semester hours
Methods of presenting science in each grade of the elementary
school and with the important scientific facts and principles that
should be taught in each grade. Stressed are field work, collection
of materials, special techniques and demonstrations to adapt ele-
mentary science to local conditions. Elementary science syllabi of
several states and cities are studied. Evaluations of elementary
science texts and pamphlets now available for each grade.
Teaching of Language 3 semester hours
Survey of the content of the curriculum in English in the ele-
mentary grade; methods of teaching oral and written composition,
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principles of grammar, poetry, and literature. The teaching of
handwriting is part of this course.
Teaching of Reading 3 semester hours
Scientific aspects of reading and problems in the teaching of
reading in all elementary grades. Presentation in theory and prac-
tice, from careful examination of research and from observation.
Opportunity for the student to acquaint himself with a variety of
modern reading materials and with approved techniques in their
use. Problems of disability and their treatment.
The Teaching of Social Studies
and Geography 3 semester hours
This course is designed to acquaint students with up-to-date
methods of teaching social studies and geography as an integrated
program in the new elementary curriculum. It is a survey of
methods and techniques, stressing the profitable use of community
affairs and resources, and the development of good civic attitudes
in social living. It considers techniques in the use of maps, speci-
mens, pictures, and other tools of learning which are of special
value in social studies and geography. The course gives actual exper-
ience in the analysis of current events, the organization of projects
and field trips, and the development of units of work with respect
to the various grade levels in the elementary school.
Teaching the Exceptional Child 3 semester hours
The study of atypical children who need help in order to adjust
and succeed to the extent of their capacity. Students are guided in
recognizing, understanding, and dealing with the additional needs
of the superior child and the mentally, physically, or emotionally
handicapped child. The selection, construction, and adaptation of
learning: aids and materials.
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Psychology
General Psychology 3 semester hours
A comprehensive study of the origins, motives, and modifica-
tions of human behavior with emphasis on the scientific approval
in analyzing behavior patterns; the importance of man's biological
inheritance, and the significance of social environment in influencing
human living. Attention is given to the simpler techniques in
psychology experimentation.
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Educational Psychology and
Evaluative Techniques 3 semester hours
The nature of the learning process with emphasis on the appH-
cation of the principles of psychology to the problems of learning
and teaching. An important aspect of the course is the study of
actual classroom problems and procedures by observation of regular
work and by special illustrative demonstrations in the laboratory
school. Prerequisite: General Psychology.
Child Psychology 3 semester hours
This course is concerned with the study of the development of
the child from birth to the adolescent years. The physical, environ-
mental, and psychological factors that condition the child's develop-
ment are considered and the factors leading to abnormal develop-
ment and behavior problems, as well as factors contributing to
the normal development of the child, are given special attention.
Prerequisite: General Psychology.
Mental Hygiene 3 semester hours
This course attempts to analyze the individual from several
standpoints according to the principles of mental hygiene. The
practical phase of the course is application of these principles to the
individual problems of adjustments to the school and society. Pre-
requisite: General Psychology.
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
Dr. Slagle, Head of the Department
Miss Tyson, Miss Geyer, Miss Clark, Miss Ramsey, Miss Barrer, Mr. Thomas,
Dr. Berry, Mr. Clokey, Dr. Binney, Mr. Newcomer
Communications I 5 semester hours
The study of communications provides both vicarious and direct
development of abilities for personal expression. It includes exten-
sive practice in reading, speaking, and writing in language and
form appropriate to social and professional situations, and instruc-
tion in the use of formal and informal discussion techniques. Library
usage, taught by a member of the library staff, orients the student
to the resources and use of the college library.
Communications II 5 semester hours
The second semester's work in communications includes the
refinement and extension of skills and techniques of Communica-
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tions I, with special emphasis on the basic reading, speaking, and
writing skills appropriate to the various fields of learning. Practice
in parliamentary procedures for adult participation in American
democracy is included. Prerequisite: Communications I.
World Culture I and II 10 semester hours
This integrated survey course presents the origin, development,
and influence of the governmental and social organization, economic
activity, reUgious belief and practice, literature, and fine arts as they
have contributed to our modern civilization. It deals with broad,
sweeping movements rather than details of the individual state or
nation. Four semester hours will be allowed for World Culture I
and II toward certification in English.
Recent Trends in the Teaching
of English 3 semester hours
The content of language-arts requirements of the secondary
school is reviewed, with special reference to grade-placement with
adaptation of materials, appraisal of results, and the development
of programs of study.
English Composition
English I 3 semester hours
Review of grammar in detail, analysis of construction, functional
practice, remedial drill in punctuation, spelling, and mechanics of
English; vocabulary study. Writing of brief compositions and
analysis for structural faults and error in diction. Library Usage,
separate unit additional to English I, is introduction to use of the
library taught by a member of the college library staff.
English 11 3 semester hours
Study and appHcation of the laws of composition; methods and
types of exposition; description and narration; paragraph and
theme writing; analysis of literary samples; book reviewing; out-
Hng; assembling bibliography. Continued functional practice in
mechanics. Prerequisites: English I.
Advanced Composition 3 semester hours
Advanced experience in writing is afforded through the prepara-
tion of reviews, digests, and critical reports, employing expository,
descriptive, and argumentative techniques.
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English Philology and Grammar S semester hours
The course introduces students to the historical study of the
development of modern English and the discernible trends in
language today through the use of the exercises in phonetics,
etymology, and dictionary usage.
Journalism 3 semester hours
The organization, management, and supervision of the content
of school publications, the preparation of school publicity materials,
and the development of journalistic style are acquired through prac-
tical participation in journalistic activities.
CreaHve Writing 3 semester hours
This is an advanced course for students of marked ability in the
creative processes of writing. The course aims to develop creative
ability, to improve the student's own style, and to furnish methods
and materials for the teaching of composition in the secondary
schools.
Literature
General Literature I and II 4 semester hours
As an introduction to literature, this course is designed to pro-
vide opportunities for both wide and extensive reading that will
familiarize students with the development of human thought as it
has found expression in the recognized literary masterpieces.
English Literature 3 semester hours
English Literature is surveyed from Anglo-Saxon times to the
present, with emphasis on recognized masterpieces. The course has
two basic aims: (1) broader knowledge of the growth of English
Literature and its relation to historical movements, and (2) wide
reading for more intelligent appreciation.
American Literature 3 semester hours
The course is a survey of representative American writings from
Colonial times to the present. Particular attention is given those
writings which best exempHfy democratic ideals and national
character.
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American Poetry J semester hours
The nature, form, and function of verse as exemplified by repre-
sentative American poets are examined, with particular reference
to social backgrounds and national ideals.
American Prose 3 semester hours
A study of the development of national ideals as expressed by
representative prose masterpieces, with extensive critical reading
in current periodical as well as intensive study of great works of
the past.
Children's Literature 3 semester hours
An introduction to important children's books, old and new, and
to techniques fo^ the presentation of book material. This course en-
courages wide reading of juvenile literature and provides criteria for
and experience in the evaluation of children's books.
Pre-Shakespearean Literature 3 semester hours
A study of the cultural background of the English-speaking
race, its folk-ways, legends, balladry, and history, particularly, as
reflected in Beowulf, the Arthurian cycle, Chaucer and Spenser.
Shakespeare 3 semester hours
The work of this course is a study of selected comedies, trag-
edies, and histories by Shakespeare, together with the social,
historical, and literary background necessary for their full apprecia-
tion. Particular reference is made to those plays most frequently
included in secondary school curriculums.
Eighteenth Century Literature 3 semester hours
A critical consideration of significant eighteenth-century writers
with emphasis upon the struggle between tradition and revolt as
reflected in the works of the representative writers of the period.
The Romantic Movement 3 semester hours
Wordsworth, Coleridge, Byron, Shelley, Keats and their con-
temporaries are studied in the light of social background and bio-
graphical and critical doctrine.
Victorian Literature 3 semester hours
Victorian culture as the reflection of conflict and compromise is
studied through its interpretations by poets and essayists of the
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period with particular reference to the writing of Ruskin, Newman,
Mill, Huxley, Arnold, Tennyson and Browning.
CritBcism 3 semester hours
An historical study of literary criticism and aesthetic theory,
with emphasis upon romanticism and classicism of critical canon.
Modern Drama 3 semester hours
A comprehensive view of the best dramatic literature of
modern European, American, and British theatre since 1890 is pre-
sented through lectures, discussions, and experiences related to the
contemporary stage.
Play Production 3 semester hours
This is a fundamental course in the theory and practice of act-
ing and directing experiences which are designed to stimulate the
cultural and social development of the student and to aid the pro-
spective teacher who will be called upon to produce plays. It con-
tains text material in technique, reading and discussion of examples
of dramatic literature, and laboratory practice in life study, panto-
mime, interpretation of lines, and the production of one-act plays.
The Novel fro 1870 3 semester hours
A study of the rise and development of the novel in English
from its predecessors of the eighteenth century to Hardy and Mark
Twain. A selected list of novels is assigned for analysis with a view
to cultivating an appreciation of this dominant literary form.
Contemporary Novel 3 semester hours
A study of modern and contemporary movements in fiction,
based on the critical reading and analysis of English and American
novels published since 1870.
Essay 3 semester hours
The history and development of the essay as a distinctive liter-
ary form, together with readings in current periodical non-fiction
and provision for opportunities for self-expression through writing.
Contemporary Poetry 3 semester hours
An examination of representative poetry pubHshed since 1870
in both England and America provides the basis for a study of
forms, aspects and tendencies in contemporary verse, with particular
reference to poetry as a criticism of modern life.
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Short Story J semester hours
The development of the short story as a distinct and popular
current literary form is traced through its history and technique.
Recent tendencies are investigated and wide reading in current
periodicals is encouraged.
Literature of Biography 3 semester hours
A study of the historical development of biographical writing
with readings from Plutarch, Boswell, Carlyle, Macaulay, Strachey,
Bradford, Ludwig, and standard and contemporary biographers.
Dramatics in the Elementary Grades 3 semester hours
This course deals with the techniques of dramatic-play, dram-
atization, and play production. It includes discussion of the educa-
tional principles underlying the choice of the form to be used with
children in the kindergarten and elementary grades.
Speech
Speech I 2 semester hours
Study and application of fundamental principles of effective
speaking; training in selection, organization, and development of
material suitable for speeches; recording and analysis of voice;
emphasis on personality adjustment as related to speaking-listening
situations; diacritical marking and vocabulary building.
Speech II 2 semester hours
A continuation of Speech I with special emphasis on group dis-
cussion and parliamentary procedure; expository, narrative, and de-
scriptive material; speeches for special occasions; and interpretative
or choral reading.
Speech Problems 3 semester hours
This course introduces students to the various speech problems
common to children in the elementary school. Emphasis is placed
upon remedial techniques. The study of materials, methods, and
techniques used by the classroom teacher in improving the speech of
all children.
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Choral Speaking 3 semester hours
Choral Speaking aims, through the communal voicing of
poetry, to stimulate appreciation, interpretation, and artistic expres-
sion of poetry; to demonstrate the educational and social value of
unison speech; and to train choral leaders in the techniques of
choir conducting and in the selection and treatment of materials.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT
Dr. Staley, Head of the Department
French
French I and II — For Beginners — not offered. Two units of
secondary school French satisfy this requirement.
French III and IV 6 semester hours
Emphasis on independent reading. Further development of
skill in aural comprehension and speaking. Activities and materials
focus on our acquaintance with the language area — its history, arts,
literature, and customs — which will be applied to the formation of
attitudes and judgments related to current living. Prerequisite:
Minimum of two years of French in secondary school. (Note:
French III is not a required prerequisite to French IV).
French V and VI — Survey of Literature 6 semester hours
Selected readings from authors whose works throw light upon
current problems of social living. Form and oral expression are
taught in the framework of the literature read. Prerequisites:
French III and IV.
French VII — Advanced Language
and Techniques 3 semester hours
Emphasis is placed not only on the ability to speak and write
the foreign language, but on the techniques necessary for the for-
eign language teacher. Prerequisites: French V and VI.
French VIS J — French Classical Drama 3 semester hours
The masterpieces of Corneille, Moline, and Racine are read after
a consideration of the early history of the drama. Prerequisites:
French V and VI.
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French IX — French Literature of
the 19th Century 3 semester hours
This includes the development of both the romantic and natural-
istic schools. Prerequisites: French V and VI.
French X — Development of the
French Novel 3 semester hours
Representative novels from 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries are
read and discussed in the native language. Prerequisites: French
V and VI.
Latin
To specialize in Latin, students must present not less than two years of
secondary school Latin and demonstrate competence to specialize in this field.
Latin I — Ovid and Virgil 3 semester hours
This course combines the study of Ovid with a review of myth-
ology; it includes also a study of the meter of Ovid and Virgil and
attempts to clarify the problem of Latin pronunciation. The unit in
structure is planned to review forms and syntax and to afford an
opportunity for the discussion of the methods of presenting the
essentials of Latin grammar to high school students.
Latin II — Livy 3 semester hours
A short review of Roman military tactics as seen in the Punic
and Gallic wars; this course presents also various methods of teach-
ing vocabularies.
Latin III — Cicero and Tacitus 3 semester hours
Based upon Cicero's "DeAmicitia" and "DeSenectute" and
selections from Tacitus, this course entails a presentation of Roman
philosophical systems, Roman religious customs, and Roman train-
ing for public life. The type of assignment varies from day to day in
order that the course may offer definite ideas for the handling of
reading material in high schools.
Latin IV — Horace 3 semester hours
This course emphasizes the influence of Horace upon world
literature and includes an analysis of Sapphic and Alcaeic verse
forms. The readings form the point of departure for a thorough
study of Roman private life and social customs.
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Latin V — Plautus and Terence 3 semester hours
In connection with this introduction to Latin drama, the course
includes a special study of Roman amusement, holidays, and dress.
Once a week an hour is devoted to the discussion of current maga-
zine articles on modern methods of teaching Latin and to special
reports from student teachers.
Latin VI — Roman Cirilizaiion 3 semester hours
This is a survey course concerning the development of Latin
literature from its origin, but places emphasis only on those authors
not previously read: Lucretius, Cartullus, Martial, Tacitus, Juve-
nal, Pliny. The unit in methods consists of a discussion of text books
for high schools and the preparation of biographical material on
the teaching of Latin.
GEOGRAPHY DEPARTMENT
Mr. Keinard, Head of the Department; Dr. Mewha, Mr. Hawthorne, Dr. Lemley.
World Geo3raphy 3 semester hours
The purpose of this course is to develop a knowledge and ap-
preciation of patterns of the natural environment throughout the
world such as patterns of climate, soil, vegetation, and man's adjust-
ment to them, with special emphasis upon man's economic and
cultural responses.
Climatology 3 semester hours
This course is primarily concerned with the climatic regions of
the earth, and the limitations and advantages they offer for man's
occupance. The course is a valuable aid to students in world prob-
lems. Prerequisite: World Geography.
Geology 3 semester hours
This course deals with landscapes in their relation to the struc-
ture of the earth's crust, and the work of earth forces and their
effects on materials, structure, and physiography of the earth's sur-
face features. Course work includes field work, study of rocks,
minerals, and topographic maps.
Meteorology 3 semester hours
Meteorology is a study of the atmosphere. This course analyzes
the laws and underlying principles of atmospheric changes. An
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opportunity is given for students to become familiar with common
weather instruments, to read and interpret weather maps, to observe
and record weather data, and discuss problems rising from the use
of the atmosphere as a medium of travel and transportation. Pre-
requisite: World Geography.
Physiogrophy 3 semester hours
The study of various land forms, soils, and minerals, their
origin, their changes, and their relation to man. Prerequisite:
World Geography.
Cartography 3 semester hours
This course is designed primarily to enable the geography major
to attain proficiency in the use and interpretation of maps, models,
globes, cartograms, and geographic diagrams. The selected map
projections will be approached from the geographical rather than
the mathematical point of view. The history of maps, the develop-
ment of signs, symbols, and map scales, the construction of projec-
tions, graphs, and diagrams, and the application of each of these
to the teaching of geography will be stressed. Prerequisite: World
Geography.
Economic Geography 3 semester hours
Develops an understanding of world patterns of producing and
consuming regions, population distribution, and world trade routes
and the related natural factors. It also deals with the application of
this information on securing a fundamental understanding of na-
tional and international problems.
Commercial Air Transportation 3 semester hours
This course studies development of commercial aviation. Pol-
icies such as governmental agreements, subsidies, control and use
of air bases, the importance of Polar regions, and the Great Circle
air routes are considered. Prerequisite: World Geography.
Conservation of Natural Resources 3 semester hours
This course deals with the present problems in the conservation
of our national resources of land, water, plant, animal life, and
mineral deposits, ways of solving these problems, and the wise use
of these resources.
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Geographic Influences in
American History 3 semester hours
A study of the relationship of the natural geographic factors
in the settlement, development, and progress of various countries —
with the major emphasis placed upon the United States. Pre-
requisites: World Geography and Geography of United States.
Trade and Transportation 3 semester hours
A study of transportation routes, ports, railroad centers, hinter-
lands, and trade relations between production areas and countries.
Geography of the United States
and Pennsylvania 3 semester hours
A comprehensive treatment of the adjustment of the people of
Pennsylvania and the United States to the physical factors — struc-
ture, relief, climate, vegetation, soils, and natural resources — which
help to explain the distribution of population, land use, products,
and trade within the United States and with other parts of the
world. Prerequisite: World Geography.
Geography of Pennsylvonio 3 semester hours
A regional study of Pennsylvania, emphasizing man's cultural
and economic responses to environmental factors. Special attention
is given to the resources of the state, analyzing their extent, their
use, and need for their conservation, and the regional planning
program for the Commonwealth.
Geography of Asia 3 semester hours
This course comprises a study of the major geographic regions
of the Soviet Union, Southwestern Asia, and India. Special emphasis
is placed on the natural resources and their use, the peoples — their
number and distribution, their cultural and recent cultural changes,
strategic areas, and related political problems.
Geography of Africa and Australia 3 semester hours
This is a regional study of Africa, Australia, and the neighbor-
ing islands showing the economic and social development of the
regions of these lands and their relationship to the physical environ-
ment and the political affiliations of these lands with other countries.
The geographic aspects of the problems of colonies, land tenure,
race, future land use, and the strategic importance of Africa are
considered. Prerequisite: World Geography.
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Geography of Europe 3 semester hours
The aim of this regional course is to help acquire an ability to
look for, find, and apply the geographic relationships underlying
land uses, dominant international problems and boundary disputes,
thus enabling students to obtain an unbiased understanding of the
economic problems of Europe. The Soviet Union is not included in
this course. Prerequisite: World Geography.
Geography of the Far East 3 semester hours
A study of Japan, China, the Philippines, Southeastern Asia,
and the East Indies and an intensive investigation of the natural
factors and man's adjustment to them in the geographic, economic,
and political regions of Eastern Asia. The geographic background
needed in planning solutions for raising standards of living, for the
wise use and restoration of natural resources, and the industrializa-
tion of countries is presented. Prerequisite: World Geography.
Geography of Latin America 3 semester hours
A regional study is made of Middle and South America.
Special emphasis is given to regional differences and similarities.
Latin American relations with other nations, especially with the
United States, are stressed. Prerequisite: World Geography.
Geography of United States and Canada 3 semester hours
A regional study of the United States and Canada relative to
man's adjustments to his environment as determined by the physical
factors of climate, vegetation, relief, and soils. Recognization of the
poHtical adjustments to the geographic environment and the inter-
relations between the two countries and the rest of the world. Pre-
requisite: World Geography.
World Problems in Geography 3 semester hours
This course considers some of the world problems which need a
geographic bacground for understanding and solving them. Atten-
tion is given to boundary questions, the value and control of col-
onies, fishery agreements, problems concerning commercial avia-
tion, world trade, the feeding of the world, control and development
of natural resources, the making of the peace, and similar topics.
Prerequisite: World Geography.
Field Courses in Geography (as approved) 3 semester hours
These courses, which involve the study of selected areas through
the agency of travel and actual investigation, are arranged from
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time to time to suit the needs of the student groups. Prerequisites:
World Geography.
Teaching of Geography in
Secondary Schools 3 semester hours
This is an intensive study of the modern techniques of teaching
geography, geography materials, and current curricula in geography.
Emphasis is placed upon the contribution of geography to the solv-
ing of national and world problems; the skills, habits, and attitudes
to be gained from geography courses in the junior and senior high
schools which aid in the development of world citizenship, the
courses suitable for such groups, and the new books available at
this level.
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Dr. Sturzebecker, Head of the Department
Mr. Waters, Miss Wade, Miss Schaub, Miss Leach, Mr. Messikomer,, Miss Yanisch,
* Mr. Davis, Miss Landis, Mr. Twardowski, Mr. Reese, Miss Margerum,
Mr. Gardner, Mrs. Newcomer
Physical Activity Courses
Athletics I — IV 4 semester hours
These four courses are foundations for instruction and practice
in the organized sports program as found in the secondary schools.
Elements of play, rules, and officiating techniques are introduced
along with safety procedures. Each student will build an accumula-
tive reference file on all activities.
Men: I Football and Basketball
II Basketball and Track
III Soccer, Lacrosse, and Boxing
IV Wrestling and Baseball
Women: I Hockey and Volleyball
II Basketball and Softball
III Hockey, Badminton, and Archery
IV Basketball, Track and Field, and Lacrosse
Athletics V and VI 2 semester hours
Emphasis is placed upon carry-over sports and recreational
lead-up activities principally of an individual nature. Skills are
acquired in a variety of dual athletics so that the student has a
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sound basis for instructing these activities in either a required physi-
cal education program or in a recreational program for all age levels.
Men: Golf, tennis, archery, badminton, softball, shuffleboard,
volleyball, table tennis, bowling, riflery, fencing, and winter
sports.
Women: Badminton, bowling, shuffleboard, archery, table ten-
nis, winter sports, officiating hockey, basketball, softball,
fencing, and volleyball.
— Athletics VII 1 semester hour
A review of methods of teaching in the gymnasium, classroom,
playground, and athletic field will provide the student with basic
techniques to carry out the various lesson and unit plans for differ-
ent grade levels. This grounding in the techniques of teaching is a
prerequisite of the student teaching semester.
-'Athletics VIII 1 semester hour
The planning and direction of demonstrations and exhibitions in
the physical and health education field will form the basis of the
course. Students will plan elementary demonstration, exhibitions,
circuses, festivals, water shows, variety shows, field days. May days,
holiday programs, sports carnivals, and pageants. Certain ones will
be presented as class projects.
Gymnastics I and II 2 semester hours
This is an introductory course in the fundamentals of gymnas-
tics, marching tactics, apparatus, and games of low organization.
Men: Speedball, games, relays, pyramids, trampoline, use of
heavy apparatus, stunts, and safety measures.
Women: Soccer, speedball, games, relays, stunts, tumbling, ap-
paratus, pyramids, tennis, and safety measures.
Gymnastics III and IV 2 semester hours
Men: Instruction in progressively complex games and relays
is accompanied by elementary practice teaching through the use of
small units learned in the first year. The teaching of calisthenics
emphasizing Danish gymnastics, combative games, advanced heavy
apparatus, and the use of light apparatus is also included.
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Women: The first course is devoted to clog and tap dancing
techniques, rhythmic approach, movement, and analysis. During
the second semester methods of teaching calisthenics with particular
emphasis on Danish gymnastics is offered. Attention is given to
light apparatus, pyramid building, and advanced heavy apparatus.
The student is given opportunities to do elementary practice teach-
ing of the skills learned.
Gymnastics V 1 semester hour
This semester all students are expected to develop a practical
reference list of games and activities suitable for both elementary
and secondary schools. A project in each of these areas will be
developed. Natural activities as used in school programs, in class-
room situations, playgrounds, and sidewalk areas offer opportu-
nities for the presentation of practice lessons by each student. This
course and Athletics VII are prerequisite to the student teaching
semester.
Dancing I 1 semester hour
Men : A study of the place of dancing and rhythmical activities
in the school physical education program with particular emphasis
on clog, tap, and elementary folk dancing.
-^ Women: A study of different dance types with emphasis on
modern dance; fundamentals of rhythm and movement and their
common elements in relation to each other; the teaching of rhythms
to children based upon varied approaches at the different age levels.
Dancing II 1 semester hour
Men and Women: Co-recreational activities will be empha
sized. The activities will include square and country dancing, folk
dancing, and social dancing. Students will not only develop personal
skills, but will also learn methods of teaching and curriculum
sources of dancing programs.
Aquatics I 1 semester hour
Men: Diagnosis, study, and practice of the basic swimming
strokes; introduction to fancy diving and competitive swimming;
study of speed swimming strokes, racing starts, turns, and relay
races; floating and endurance swimming; aquatic games, races,
stunts, and exhibitions; introduction to recreational aquatics and
synchronized swimming formation.
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Women: Instruction in the nine basic styles of swimming and
elementary diving; methods of teaching the various classifications
of swimmers; pool maintenance and sanitation; aquatic activities
such as water games, aquatic ballet, synchronized swimming, and
officiating techniques.
Aquatics II 1 semester hour
Men: The philosophy of life saving and the responsibility of
guarding the lives of bathers and swimmers; diagnosis, study, and
practice of life saving skills and techniques; discussion of floating
supports, canoeing, boating, and use of the paddle board. Successful
completion of this course will enable the student to receive senior
life saving certification by the American National Red Cross.
Women : Continued instruction and perfection of the nine basic
styles of swimming and advanced diving; experience in teaching
elementary swimming strokes; senior life saving instruction. Suc-
cessful completion of this course will enable the student to receive
senior life saving certification by the American National Red Cross.
Health Education Courses
Hygiene 3 semester hours
Preparation of the student for making intelligent adjustments to
personal and community health problems; activities and contribu-
tions of volunteer and public health agencies in the development
and maintenance of acceptable health standards. Students will build
a curriculum material instructional aids list in Health Education
which will be a prerequisite for the course in School Health
Problems.
Descriptive Anatomy 3 semester hours
A study of the human body with particular emphasis upon the
skeletal and muscular systems as related to a scientifically sound
and practical program of physical education. Prerequisite: Basic
Biology.
Physiology I 3 semester hours
Consideration of the specific functions of the various organic
systems which compose the human body and the relationships of
the various systems to each other in forming an integrated organism.
Prerequisite: Descriptive Anatimy.
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Physiology II 3 semester hours
The scientific evaluation of the eflfects of muscular activity upon
the various organs and systems of the body and upon the human
mechanism as a whole. Applications are made to specific problems
of the health and physical education field. Prerequisite: Physi-
ology I.
Leadership in Protective Procedures 2 semester hours
The responsibihties and duties of the teacher and coach in the
development and dissemination of safety education as related to
physical activities in school and community. Emphasis is placed on
the prevention and care of athletic injuries, first aid, and law en-
forcement procedures. Prerequisite: Descriptive Anatomy.
Physical Education Tests 3 semester hours
Experience in selecting, administering, scoring, and evaluating
physical activity tests of physical fitness, general motor ability,
motor educability, and skill and knowledge in sports. Competency
in the use of elementary statistical procedures of objective learning
and testing. Prerequisite: Educational Psychology.
School Health Problems 3 semester hours
Problems related to health service and healthful environment
in elementary and secondary schools; experience in building and
teaching units of instruction in health for boys and girls. Students
will have completed their curriculum materials instructional aids
list as a prerequisite for student teaching in the senior year (see
Hygiene). Prerequisites: Hygiene, Physiology I, and Educational
Psychology.
Physical Activities for Atypical
Children I and II 4 semester hours
Basic courses in the analysis of musclar movement in physical
activity; preparation of physical education teachers to understand
the problems of physically handicapped children in schools and
the modification of activity to meet their needs. Prerequisites:
Descriptive Anatomy and Physiology I.
Organization and Administration
of Physical Education 3 semester hours
Principles of program building in physical education and ath-
letics, curricular and extra-curricular; facilities and equipment, rou-
tine procedures, budget and finance, legal liability, and public rela-
tions. Prerequisite: Physical Education Tests.
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Principles of Recreation 2 semester hours
Historical background of the present play movement; theoret-
ical explanations of play; the need for play in modern life and its
place in education and recreation; the fundamental principles and
methods of recreation leadership.
Student Teaching and Direction
of Student Activities 12 semester hours
Observation and participation in teaching situations in the ele-
mentary grades and in the junior and senior high school under
qualified cooperating teachers. Professional conferences and visita-
tions are provided throughout this teaching semester which may be
taken in the fall or spring term of the academic year depending
upon administrative planning.
Professional Practicum Including
School Law 2 semester hours
Accompanying student teaching an undergraduate seminar will
be required. This will include a study of problems met in the teach-
ing semester and a review of those sections of the Pennsylvania
School Law pertinent to teaching activities in the major field.
Elective Courses
Community and School Health
Education Workshop 3 semester hours
The main objective of this course is the study of common prob-
lems in the home, community, and school health education areas.
A five-point program is as follows: to provide in-service training
in health education; to stimulate and promote an effective follow-up
program in health services; to coordinate the efforts of allied health
agencies; to stimulate and promote interest in local health units;
and to develop an awareness of the place of mental health in the
total health program of the home-school-community.
Organization and Administration
of Recreation 3 semester hours
Policies and procedures which are essential in the promulgation
of recreation programs on local, state, and national levels. This in-
cludes visitations to and evaluations of recreation centers in opera-
tion. Students will be given opportunities to plan and administer
recreational projects. Prerequisite: Principles of Recreation.
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Supervised Recreation Leadership 4 semester hours
Principles of supervising recreational activities on all levels for
different age groups. Students v^^ill have guided experiences in active
recreational leadership in varied programs.
Theories and Methods oi Coaching 3 semester hours
Principles and methods of coaching sports in the school pro-
gram; problems of the coach with regard to psychology of handling
a team, training, motivation, and schedule planning; bridging the
gap between knowing how to play and the functions of coaching.
First Aid for Teachers 2 semester hours
A study of advanced first aid techniques and the methods and
procedures for teaching first aid; problems of safety in home and
school, the prevention and care of athletic injuries. The student will
be certified as an authorized American Red Cross First Aid Instruc-
tor upon completion of this course. Prerequisite: standard First
Aid Certificate (Leadership in Protective Measures).
Nutrition and Community Health 2 semester hours
A study of public health objectives and nursing functions from
the viewpoint of the public health nurse. Emphasis is placed upon
the objectives of instruction in nutrition, in health and disease, and
the place of the public health nurse in the nutrition program.
Music in Recreation 3 semester hours
The practical aspects of the field of recreational music as it
meets the needs of all age groups. Each student will have an op-
portunity to plan and organize varied programs which could be
used in community centers, civic groups, playgrounds, and camps.
Dramatics in Recreation 3 semester hours
The place of all types of dramatic activities that meet recrea-
tional needs of all age groups as either participators or spectators of
the activities. Emphasis will be placed upon the appropriate plays
and other dramatic media that fit all age levels in any community.
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Health and Physical Education for Elementary,
Secondary, and Music Students
For Elementary Curriculum Students
Health 2 semester hours
This course is designed as an integrative experience in personal
health education for the freshman student. The primary areas in-
clude: first aid in relation to civil defense, mental and emotional
adjustment to the college environment, factors influencing physio-
logical health, and the college student as an intelligent appraiser
of health practices and fads. From a secondary list of health prob-
lems, opportunities are given for students to participate in elemen-
tary workshop procedures.
Physical Education I 1 semester hour
The student is introduced to an extensive program of recrea-
tional athletics having a high potential carry-over into post-college
life. Included are archery, badminton, basketball, hockey, soccer,
Softball, speedball, swimming, tennis, and volleyball.
Physical Education II 1 semester hour
As the individual activities are continued, a gradual emphasis
is placed upon those physical activities which elementary children
enjoy. The basic organization of the physical education program in
the modern elementary schools is reviewed. Basic principles in
teaching children how to play simple games and relays and those
other recreational activities that are associated with this age group.
Opportunities for lesson planning and teaching are provided for in
a practical manner. The abihty to plan for and direct the practical
"recess" period in the elementary school program will be a main
objective for each student.
Physical Education III 1 semester hour
The place of fundamental rhythms, creative rhythms, singing
games, and folk dances on the elementary level will challenge the
student. Personal skills in these areas will develop and each student
will assume the leadership in directing these activities in class
situations. The use of dancing activities for demonstrations and
pageants will be studied.
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J The Teaching of Health S semester hours
This course is based upon the premise that health education is
not a subject but rather a way of hving. Special emphasis is placed
upon the development of sound principles and procedures in meet-
ing the different needs of the child in relation to the school, home,
and community. Elementary health courses of study will form the
basic point from which each student will explore content and
methods for making a sound total health education program. The
inter-relationship of health education with all fields in the modern
elementary program will be a focal point of attention.
For Secondary Curriculum Students
Health 2 semester hours
The same as Health for Elementary Curriculum Students.
Physical Education I 1 semester hour
A wide variety of experiences in athletic games contemporaneous
to college age levels will initiate the program. An introduction to
those activities which have carry-over value into adult life will be
the center of interest. These include soccer, speedball, hockey, bas-
ketball, swimming, softball, and tennis.
Physical Education II 1 semester hour
Further experiences in individual sports will be offered includ-
ing not only the learning of skills for personal enjoyment but also
developing an elementary ability to help direct these in the modern
secondary school recreational program. These include archery, bad-
minton, bowling, golf, quoits, horseshoes, shuffleboard, tether ball,
and winter sports.
Physical Education III 1 semester hour
Rhythmical activities that are of great interest to secondary
schools will be offered. These include social, folk, square, and coun-
try dancing. Emphasis will be placed upon both the development
of individual skill and the ability to help direct these activities as
a feature of the recreation program in schools.
For Music Curriculum Students
Health 2 semester hours
The same as Health for Elementary Curriculum Students.
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Physical Education I (Eurythmics I) 1 semester hour
The realization of rhythm in bodily movement and the develop-
ment of neuro-muscular responses to the perception of musical
rhythms are bases for the course. The student will become familiar
with the factors of timing, force, and space so as to increase both
his skills in bodily movement and his appreciation of rhythm.
Physical Education II (Eurythmics II) 1 semester hour
The development of an appreciation of rhythmic movement pat-
terns through specific dance forms: Polka, Schottische, Waltz,
Mazurka, Pavanne, Polonaise, Sarabande, Bouree, Gavotte, Min-
uet. Opportunities will be provided for the apphcation of the prin-
ciples of eurythmics in teaching music to children through both the
planning and teaching of typical elementary school units such as:
Folk Festivals, Circuses, May Days, Indians, Transportation, Work
and Occupations, Special Holidays.
Physical Education III 1 semester hour
This will provide an extensive variety of recreational athletic
experiences which have the highest potential value for enjoy-
ment in post-college life. Activities include archery, badminton,
bowhng, swimming, deck tennis, Softball, volleyball, tennis, golf,
and winter sports.
MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT
Dr Pickett, Head of the Department; Miss Holland
Fundamentals of Mathematics 3 semester hours
Development of the number system; nature and application of
fundamental processes; extension of the number system to include
common and decimal fractions and negative numbers; approximate
nature of measurements; per cents; language of algebra including
formulas, graphs, tables, and equations; meaning of proof; elemen-
tary concepts of statistics; art of indirect measurement; additional
topics of interest to students.
College Algebra 3 semester hours
Fundamental operations, factoring; fractions; exponents; func-
tions and their graphs; linear, quadratic, and systems of equations;
proportion and variation; progressions; mathematical induction;
logarithms; determinants; permutations and combinations. Pre-
requisites: 1 year high school algebra and 1 year high school
geometry.
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Advanced College Algebra 3 semester hours
Theory of equations; determinants; partial fractions; series;
complex numbers; further development of permutations, combina-
tions and probability. Prerequisite: College Algebra.
Trigonometry 3 semester hours
Functions of an angle; logarithms; use of tables; radians; iden-
tities; trigonometric and exponential equations; solution of triangles
by natural functions and logarithms; inverse functions; complex
numbers; application in practical problems.
Spherical Trigonometry and Navigation 3 semester hours
Solution of the right and oblique spherical triangles with em-
phasis on their practical application, especially in the field of
navigation.
Analytic Geometry 3 semester hours
Correlation of algebra and geometry in finding equations of loci
and loci corresponding to certain equations; properties of the
straight line, the circle, and conic sections; rectangular and polar
coordinates; transformation of coordinates; parametric equations;
a brief introduction to three dimensions. Prerequisites: College
Algebra and Trigonometry.
College Geometry 3 semester hours
Extension of competency in geometry; modern problems of the
triangle and the circle; further development of rigorous proof;
constructions based on loci and indirect elements; non-euclidean
geometry. Prerequisite: high school plane geometry.
Calculus I (Differential) 3 semester hours
Elementary concepts of limits; the derivative; applications of
the derivative to maxima and minima; rates, velocity, acceleration;
introduction of integration as the inverse of differentiation. Pre-
requisite: Analytic Geometry.
Calculus M (Integral) 3 semester hours
Integration as the inverse of differentiation; formulas of integra-
tion; the definite integral; methods of integration; integration as
the limit of a sum applied to areas, volumes, lengths of curves and
other practical problems. Prerequisite: Calculus I.
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Calculus III 3 semester hours
A continuation of the calculus to include series, additional work
in partial diflerention, multiple integrals, and elementary differen-
tial equations. Prerequisite: Calculus II.
Statistics 3 semester hours
Basic principles and methods of statistics common to scientific
research; understanding of and ability to use graphs, frequency
distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion; normal
curve; correlation; regression and prediction; reliabihty of statis-
tical measures; curve fitting; development of formulas.
History of Mathematics 3 semester hours
Study of the growth of mathematics through the centuries and
the men who contributed to it, enrichment of the mathematical
background of students; integration of basic areas of mathematics.
Prerequisite: Analytic Geometry.
Mathematics of Finance 3 semester hours
Introduction to elementary theory of simple and compound
interest with solution of problems in annuities, sinking funds, amor-
tization, installment buying, mathematics of life insurance.
Field Work in Mathematics 3 semester hours
Mathematics applied to the enrichment of secondary school
mathematics. Use of the transit, angle mirror, hypsometer, sextant,
and other measuring instruments; simple map-making exercises
and elementary surveying; construction and use of student-made
instruments and teaching devices.
Teaching of Mathematics in
the Secondary School 3 semester hours
Place and function of mathematics in secondary education; con-
tent and the improvement and evaluation of instruction in mathe-
matics; acquaintance with current literature and research; observa-
tion in secondary schools. Prerequisites: 9 semester hours of Col-
lege mathematics.
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MUSIC DEPARTMENT
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* Mr. Mitchell, Head of the Department
Mr. Zimmer, Miss Kiess, Mr. Parry, Mr. Middleton, Mr. Jones, Mr. Ginter, **Mr.
Keenan, Mrs. Ashenfelter, Dr. Antonowich, Dr. Wright, Mr. Carl, Mr. Carson, Mr.
Fletcher, Mrs. Gottlieb, Mr. Gutscher, Miss Keller, Dr. Cheesman, Mr. Wilkinson,
Miss Stout, Mr. Sweet.
Theory
The theory courses aim to develop the techniques required for
a comprehensive understanding of music hterature and the back-
ground necessary for intelhgent interpretation, arranging, and com-
position. These techniques include: the harmonization of melodies;
analysis of form; creative work — at the keyboard and written; aural
recognition of the harmonic vocabulary being studied; and the
application to the keyboard of this vocabulary.
Solfeggio I 2 semester hours
With this study begins the development of the student's ability
to sing at sight, with good intonation, music of moderate tonal and
rhythmic difficulty in all major and minor keys in the G and F clefs.
In addition, the course provides the student with the basic knowl-
edge of the rudiments of music. Emphasis is placed on phrase-wise
thinking and on the elements of form.
Solfeggio II 2 semester hours
Aims to increase the sensitivity of the student to correct intona-
tion and to develop his ability to sing a second part. It includes two
and three part singing and the melodic and natural minor scales.
The student is also given experience with written musical notation,
reproduction at the keyboard of simple melodies and harmonies,
and the composition of simple original melodies. Prerequisite:
Solfeggio I.
Solfeggio III 2 semester hours
This course aims to develop greater facility in the tonal and
rhythmic techniques already presented and additional mastery of
the problems of part singing. Advanced problems include more
difficult modulation, chromatic alterations, modal tonality, and
more complicated rhythms. It emphasizes the individual work
begun in the previous Solfeggio courses through the use of duets
and small ensemblies. The problems are studied aurally as well as
visually. Prerequisite: Solfeggio II.
* Leave of absence second semester.
** Leave of absence first semester.
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Theory I 4 semester hours
Includes a study of the primary harmonies, inversions, and
nonchordal tones. The phrase and the period serves as the units for
analysis and creative work.
Theory II 4 semester hours
Increases the student's harmonic vocabulary to include the
secondary harmonies, both triads and seventh chords, and simple
alterations. The study of modulation to closely related keys and the
analysis of homophonic forms are included. The Piano style, as
well as the choral style, is used in the composition and harmoniza-
tion of simple melodies. Prerequisite: Theory I.
Theory III 3 semester hours
Gives additional practice in handling the materials of Theory I
and II, and introduces chromatic alterations and the model tonal-
ities. Analysis now includes the rondo and the sonata allegro forms.
Prerequisite: Theory II.
Theory IV 3 semester hours
Augments the student's harmonic vocabulary with a study of
modulation to remote keys. Special attention is placed upon arrang-
ing compositions for voices, piano, and small groups of instruments.
All the techniques acquired in previous courses will be further
developed. Creative application of materials is emphasized. Pre-
requisite: Theory III.
Orchestration 2 semester hours
This course includes the techniques of the instruments of the
orchestra and band and presents the principles of instrumentation
in theory and practice. Special emphasis is given to arranging for
school orchestra and bands. Prerequisite: Theory III.
Survey of Music Literature 1 semester hour
The purpose of this course is to acquaint the music student with
the various forms and media of musical composition and to famil-
iarize him with representative examples of standard music liter-
ature, thereby providing an adequate music background in prepara-
tion for ensuing courses. Emphasis is placed upon the objective
elements of musical style as well as upon subjective factors of
musical expression. Methods of teaching the creative listening pro-
grams in the public schools are stressed.
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History of Music I 3 semester hours
The field of music history in theory and practice from early
times to the present is covered in this course. Examples of music,
either by phonograph or other means, are used as much as possible.
A varied but balanced program of individual listening is required.
A strong emphasis is placed on the interrelation between various
phases of music history and other social and art movements. (For
students in the Music Education Curriculum only.)
History of Music II 3 semester hours
This course includes the continuation of procedures found in
History of Music I. The goals include special attention and greater
coverage of the music history field from the Romantic Era to the
present. .
Conducting I (Choral) 1 semester hour
This course is a study of the technique of conducting with and
without the baton, score reading, actual practice in group conduct-
ing, and choral materials and program building.
Conducting II (Instrumental) 1 semester hour
This course is a study, theoretical and practical, of the conduct-
ing of all types of instrumental groups. Instrumentation, interpreta-
tion, balance, and score reading are studied, discussed, and prac-
ticed. Opportunity for the development of adequate rehearsal tech-
niques and skills is provided. All the physical elements which can
improve or handicap a performance are discussed.
Music Education and Student Teaching
Methods I (Elementary) 3 semester hours.
This course deals with the use of vocal and recorded musical
materials which are suitable for children in the elementary grades.
Included in assignments and class discussion are such topics as:
standards for choice of materials, care of the child voice, creative
music activities, music in rural and consolidated schools, the attain-
ment of desirable class attitudes toward music, the development of
a music reading program. A program of directed observation in the
laboratory school is carried on throughout the course. Skill in music
reading and facility at the keyboard are prerequisites to this course.
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Methods H (Secondary — Vocof) 2 semester hours
This course consists of a study of the organization, procedures,
problems, and materials of vocal music classes in the junior and
senior high schools. Attention is given to voice classification, the
changed and changing voice, voice classes, choral organizations,
public performances, the school assembly, appreciation, and the
relation of the modern school to the. community. Special considera-
tion is given to the study of skills in teaching general music classes.
Directed observation as in Methods I is included.
Methods III (Instrumentol) 2 semester hours
This course is devoted to the study of a suitable instrumental
program for a public school system. Special attention is given to
the problem of organization and administration, as well as the teach-
ing techniques of the various instruments. Minor repairs, care of
the instruments, and the marching band furnish additional topics
for discussion. Available materials for all phases of the instrumental
program are surveyed and evaluated.
Student- Teaching and Direction
of Student Activities 12 semester hours
Opportunities are provided for student teaching, which carries
with it observation, extending from the kindergarten through the
twelfth grade. The work is carried on in different types of schools,
such as the public schools of the Borough of West Chester, consoli-
dated country schools, and one-room rural schools. Instruction is
given in both vocal and instrumental music; in some schools, piano
class work is in progress.
Professional Practicum Including
School Law 2 semester hours
General and specific problems, procedures, and materials encoun-
tered in student teaching are analyzed and discussed. Emphasis is
put on basic school laws and their development in the United States
and in Pennsylvania in particular. The course includes discussions,
lectures, and individual conferences.
Applied Music
Applied Music studied in this curriculum serves two purposes:
that of developing the musicianship of the individual student; and
that of providing the prospective teacher with the knowledge and
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techniques of various musical media needed for conducting an effec-
tive music program in the pubUc schools. The program is carried
out by means of individual and class instruction, according to the
needs of the student.
Advanced Standing Requirements in Private Study
Advanced standing in private study may be achieved by stu-
dents after the freshman year, upon successfully passing certain
tests. Extra credit will be given to students in the advanced standing
classification.
Piano 5 semester hours
Each student receives one-half hour instruction in piano per
week. Opportunity is given for ensemble or solo performances in
informal recitals and in monthly public recitals. At the end of each
semester students are expected to meet minimum requirements in
sight-reading, technique, and general musicianship, as determined
by examinations before the piano faculty. The study of the piano
includes Keyboard Harmony in the free piano style.
Organ
Individual instruction in pipe organ is offered to familiarize the
student with the literature of the instrument and to develop a play-
ing technique. (A limited number of students in the music curricu-
lum who have met the piano and keyboard requirements may elect
organ in place of piano. Students who qualify and are permitted to
substitute organ for piano are subject to an additional fee.)
Orchestra and Band (Advanced,
Intermediate, and Elementary) 2 semester hours
Each music student is required to attend orchestra and band.
Advanced players may meet the requirement by being accepted in
the Symphony Orchestra and the Concert Band. For those advanc-
ed players who do not qualify for the Concert Band, there will be an
Intermediate Band,
Instruments 4 semester hours
Class instruction in all the orchestral and band instruments is
offered. One year each of violin, clarinet, and trumpet is required.
After having met the preceding requirement, the following instru-
ments are elective: viola, cello, bass, flute, oboe, bassoon, horn,
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trombone, baritone, tuba, percussion. For those advanced students
who are interested in small ensemble groups in woodwinds, brass,
or strings, opportunity is given to survey literature for such ensem-
bles and to study ensemble style by participation.
Voice 4 semester hours
The study and application of the physiological and psychological
principles of voice production and diction. The material used ranges
from rote songs to classic and modern song literature, according
to individual ability. Opportunitiy is offered for solo appearances
in recital and with college organizations.
Chorus 2 semester hours
This course offers a study of choral works with these topics
especially stressed: breathing, interpretation, tone quality, enun-
ciation, and diction. Works suitable for junior and senior high
schools and colleges are studied, and special attention is given to
preparation and public performance in these works.
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All minimum applied music credits will be completed by the
end of the junior year unless some deficiency needs to be removed.
Only the Symphony Orchestra, College Choir, Concert and March-
ing Bands, and private study in the student's major field of piano,
voice, or instrument with advanced standing credit will be required
during the senior year.
Electives for Music Students
Advanced Harmony 2 semester hours
This course is designed to provide the interested student with
an opportunity to develop his understanding and facility in the
use of harmonic idioms and practices beyond those developed in
the required theory courses. Specific problems will include the
study on an advanced level of chromatic harmony, modulation to
remote keys, and the more common contemporary practices. As-
signments will consist for the most part of the composition of
original examples. Analysis of excerpts from the monuments of
music literature will be given considerable attention. Stress will
be placed on the individual harmonic practices of the great masters
of musical composition. Prerequisite: Theory IV.
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American Music 2 semester hours
In this course the evolution of national style of composition is
traced from the earliest known American composers to the present
day, and to acquaint the student with representative works of out-
standing American composers. American music in our cultural
heritage is analyzed and listened to with special regard for the
amount of influence such things as jazz, impressionism, nationali-
ties, and economics have had upon it.
Counterpoint 2 semester hours
A practical study of the fundamental material of music and its
evolution. The course includes a comparison of harmonic and
melodic movement, analysis and writing of both vocal and instru-
mental polyphony in strict and free style. Prerequisite: Theory III.
Composition 2 semester hours
The purpose of this course is to give the advanced student more
intensive experience in creative work. Although no definite idiom
is prescribed, the use of contemporary techniques is encouraged.
The work done in this course will be written for various mediums.
Each student is offered guidance and aid in writing compositions
in the forms, styles, and mediums best suited to his own special
capabilities and needs.
Instrumentation 2 semester hours
This course presents the elements and general principles of
arranging for orchestra and band. The object of the course is to
enable students to do acceptable sounding scoring where many
players are still young and unable to play difficult music, and
where many bands and orchestras have incomplete instrumentation.
For Seniors only.
Instrumenta! Techniques, Moterials,
ond Methods 3 semester hours
This elective course is designed for those juniors and seniors
who desire to supplement their training in instrumental music by
expanding their knowledge of the organization and administration
of an instrumental department; modern materials for instrumental
classes, solos, small ensembles, orchestra and band; rehearsal pro-
cedures and techniques; minor repairs to instruments; contests and
festivals; marching band methods and procedures. Prerequisites:
Membership in Symphony Orchestra or Concert Band for one year
or previous instrumental experience satisfactory to the instructor.
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Piano Methods (Class) 2 semester hours
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This course provides for the training of piano teachers and
supervisors for the organization and teaching of piano classes in
the pubhc school. Suitable teaching material including the leading
system of class piano instruction will be examined and discussed.
Demonstrations and student teaching are included.
Seminar in Piano Teoching and
Teaching Material 3 semester hours
In-service music teachers and supervisors will be given the
opportunity for class study of outstanding examples of the piano
literature. The role and integration of the piano into the public
school program along with suitable teaching materials for class
and private study will be analyzed and used in demonstrations
and student teaching.
Teaching of Music AppreciaS^ion
in the Elementary Grodes 3 semester hours
This course is designed to enrich the music program through-
out the grades. Suitable and available materials will be suggested
from which each member of the class will be expected to organize
a unit of work for a specific grade. The subject of these units will
be decided by the needs of the class itself. Throughout the course
an attempt will be made to provide variety of approach and to
present the subject so as to conform to the child's mental, physical,
and psychological development.
Required Courses in Music for Elementory Education Students
Fundamentals of Music no credit
This course is given to those students in the Elementary Cur-
riculum who do not meet the prescribed requirements of a Stand-
ard Achievement Test in music. Fundamentals of Music includes
the study of intervals, scales, measure and key signatures, simple
and compound rhythms, notation and terminology, and the appli-
cation of this knowledge to the reading of simple music. Pre-
requisite to: Music for the Elementary Grades.
Introduction to Music 2 semester hours
This course provides an orientation in music which aims to
enrich the student's understanding and knowledge in the develop-
ment of world culture with specific reference to the place of music
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in this process through its unique aspect as a universal language
of significant meaning and understanding to the peoples of the
world. Through the media of recordings, radio, television, con-
certs, films, and the library, music is related to the development
of the other arts, to religious, political, social, and economic trends,
and to the various schools of historic and aesthetic thought.
Music for the Elemenfi'ary Grades 2 semester hours
This course is designed to equip the graduate to teach music in
the elementary schools under supervision. Special emphasis is
placed upon music fundamentals, sight reading, elementary theory,
keyboard facility, vocal production, rhythmic activities, song inter-
pretation, and creative possibilities. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of
Music or passing of prescribed tests in Music.
Teaching of Music in the
Elementary Grades 3 semester hours
This course is a continuation of Music I with special emphasis
upon the application of methods and materials in the elementary
grades. Various teaching methods and the use of materials that
function in the five-fold program are presented: singing, rhythmic
activities, creative listening, and instrumental program. Type les-
sons are taught by the student and constructively evaluated; obser-
vation of music in the schools is incorporated. Prerequisite: Music
for the Elementary Grades,
Required Course in Music for Secondary and
Physical Education Students
Introduction to Music 2 semester hours
This course provides an orientation in music which aims to
enrich the student's understanding and knowledge in the develop-
ment of world cultures with specific reference to the place of
music in this process through its unique aspect as a universal
language of significant meaning and understanding to the peoples
of the world. Through the media of recordings, radio, television,
concerts, films, and the library, music is related to the develop-
ment of the other arts, to religious, political, social and economic
trends, and to the various schools of historic and aesthetic thought.
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Elective Courses in Music for Elementary Education Students
Piano Class (Elementary Teachers) 3 semester hours
Functional study of the piano through class lessons so that the
elementary teacher may use the instrument as a means of broad-
ening the elementary music program into the integrated Elemen-
tary Education Curriculum. Piano accompaniments for class-
room singing and rhythmic and creative activities are stressed
through study, demonstrations, and teaching of practical classroom
materials. This course is designed primarily for the in-service ele-
mentary classroom teacher.
Teaching Music through Song and
Rhythm Materials 3 semester hours
This course is planned primarily for Elementary teachers. It
aims to prepare them to teach more effectively and to revitalize
the program of Music Education in the schools. This will be
brought about through study of the various series of song and
rhythm materials currently available for use in elementary schools.
It will develop the basic techniques for presenting these materials and
a working knowledge of simple instruments such as the xylophone,
auto harp, and percussion.
Applied Music I semester hour
Students in any curriculum may elect to study piano, voice, or
some instrument, and receive credit upon demonstration of satis-
factory progress. One lesson each week.
Harmony I 3 semester hours
Fundamentals of music; scales, intervals, triads, harmoniza-
tion of melodies involving the use of the tonic and dominant har-
monies in all positions; non-chordal tones; application of the fore-
going in original work.
Harmony II 3 semester hours
Harmonization of melodies involving the use of sub-dominant,
supertonic, sub-mediant, and mediant harmonies in all positions;
secondary seventh chords, simple chromatic alterations; applica-
tion of the foregoing in original work. Prerequisite: Harmony I.
History and Appreciation of Music 3 semester hours
The field of music history in theory and practice from early
times to the present is covered in this course. Examples of music.
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either by phonograph or other means, are used as much as possible
to illustrate this survey. A strong emphasis is placed on the inter-
relation between various phases of music history and other social
and art movements.
Note: Many of the courses in the Music Curriculum are available to students
in other departments. There are no fees for the students that qualify in the larger
musical organizations, which are considered extra-curricular for non-music majors.
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
Dr. Gordon, Head of the Department
Miss Greenwood, Dr. Trezise, Dr. Rogers, Miss Harbold, Dr. McTavish,
Mr. Skillen, Mrs. Kennedy, Mr. Gruener, Mrs. Bliss
General Courses
Basic Biology 3 semester hours
This course deals with the principles of biology. Topics include
cellular structure and physiology, growth and repair, reproduction
and development, control, sources of food energy, inheritance, and
man's interrelationship with his biological environment. The classi-
fication of plants and animals is reviewed briefly.
Basic Physical Science 3 semester hours
This course utilizes the fields of earth science and astronomy
to provide a broadened background of science. The nature and
uses of energy is the central theme for the study of heat, light,
chemical, electrical, and atomic energy. Emphasis is placed on the
methods of scientists in recognizing and solving problems.
Basic Physical Science (Acoustics) 3 semester hours
A special course in musical acoustics has been arranged for
students in the Music Education Curriculum to give them an
understanding of the nature of sound and the basic principles of
production and transmission of sound with their applications to
musical instruments. Further consideration is given to the physical
basis of harmony and scales, hearing, the acoustics of concert halls,
and the recording and reproduction of sound.
Science for the Elementary Grades 3 semester hours
This course, following the year of basic science, is designed to
provide the elementary teacher with a more adequate background
for teaching science in the elementary school. Units or problems
are selected to achieve this purpose which cut across various fields
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of science. Emphasis is placed upon developing resourcefulness
in gathering data and using the scientific method in the solution
of such problems.
Science in Modern Civilization 3 semester hours
This course is designed to acquaint the secondary student -with
some of the major discoveries of science in all fields and the effects
of discoveries upon man's way of life. Emphasis is placed upon
developing and understanding of science and its implications. Dis-
coveries leading to more abundant supplies of energy, discoveries
contributing to better health and longer life, more rapid transpor-
tation, to a more abundant and better food supply, better housing,
better clothing, and to greater destructive potential are some of the
topics developed.
Teaching of Science in the
Secondary School 3 semester hours
This course is planned to give the prospective science major a
thorough grounding in the problems of teaching science. The objec-
tives of the science program in the secondary school, selection of
textbooks, sources of suitable literature, how to secure materials
for instruction, the preparation of units, and special techniques
are studied. Prerequisites: 12 hours of work in major field.
Biology
Botany I 4 semester hours
Botany I is a study chiefly of the flowering plants. Topics
include the anatomy and life processes of plant cells, leaves, stem,
roots, flowers, seeds, and fruits. The economic importance of plants
used by man and the recognition and classification of seed plants
in the immediate environs of the College are included.
Botany II 4 semester hours
Botany II is concerned primarily with the non-flowering plants.
It considers both the anatomy and life processes of selected algae,
bacteria, fungi, mosses, ferns, and their allies. The economic im-
portance and health implications of certain of these groups are
emphasized. The recognition and classification of non-flowering
plants in the immediate surroundings are stressed. Prerequisite:
Botany I.
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Zoology I 4 semester hours
This is a study of the hfe history, habits, origin, development,
physiology, and anatomy of each phylum in the invertebrates.
Emphasis is given to the study of those forms of economic import-
ance to man or with health implications. The student becomes
acquainted with the many invertebrate species found locally.
Zoology II 4 semester hours
This course is a study of the chordates in general, and more
particularly the classes of vertebrates. Topics studied include the
anatomy, physiology, origin, development, and life history of rep-
resentative members of each class. Special attention is given to
the vertebrates found in the vicinity of the College. Prerequisite:
Zoology I.
Ecology 3 semester hours
This course is a study of plants and animals in relation to their
physical and biological environments. Special topics include dis-
tribution, factors affecting distribution, life zones, food chains, and
adaptations. Attention is given to plant and animal communities
in Pennsylvania. Individual problems may be assigned. Prerequi-
sites: 6 hours of Biological Science or permission of the instructor.
Genetics 3 semester hours
The purpose of this course is to give the student an under-
standing of the laws of inheritance as they operate in plants, ani-
mals, and humans. Cell structure, Mendelian inheritance, eugenics,
linkage, probability, crossing over, and random assortment are
all considered. Prerequisites: 6 hours of Biological Science or per-
mission of the instructor.
Field Botany 3 semester hours
Students in this course learn methods useful in the study of
plants in their natural surroundings. The use of keys, botanical
manuals, and illustrated floras to identify living specimens will
constitute a major activity. Among the desirable outcomes should
be an acquaintance with non-cultivated plants as sources of emer-
gency or staple foodstuffs, fibers, lumber, pollen and nectar, as
well as their invaluable importance to wildlife.
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Field Zoology S semester hours
This course is primarily one which will familiarize teachers
with the animal life in the surrounding localities. Considerable at-
tention will be given to the use of keys, charts, books, museum
specimens as guides to the identification and classification of vari-
ous animals. Field trips will be taken to observe, collect, and study
animals as well as their habitat.
Ornithology 3 semester hours
This is an introduction to the birds of Pennsylvania with spe-
cial emphasis on the identification of birds in the field. Lectures
deal with classification, migration, habitat preference, song, court-
ship, nesting and rearing of young, and plumage changes. Abun-
dant field work gives practice in identification of native birds by
their songs, behavior, form, and plumage.
Parasitology 3 semester hours
The student in this course considers the anatomy, physiology,
life history, and habits of representative parasites of man and his
domesticated animals. Means of prevention, detection, and control
are emphasized. Special attention is given to those forms likely
to be encountered in the area of the College. Prerequisites: Zoology
I and II.
Entomology 3 semester hours
A general study of insects is made in this course, including
structure, physiology, economic importance, classification, and re-
lationships. Each student is required to participate in field trips
and to complete a project including a collection and report on some
group of insects. Prerequisite: Zoology I.
Physiology 3 semester hours
The purpose of this course is to give the student a general back-
ground of body processes in animals and a more detailed knowl-
edge of human physiology. Related anatomy is taught as needed.
Prerequisite: Zoology I and II.
Microbiology 3 semester hours
This course is a study of microscopic forms of life which are
commonly encountered in biological work. Some emphasis is
placed on the study of disease producing species likely to affect
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man and his domesticated animals. Methods of culturing forms
used in high school teaching are studied. Prerequisites: Botany I
and II, Zoology I and II.
Vertebrate Anatomy 3 semester hours
A course in mammalian anatomy designed for majors in Biol-
ogy. Although the cat is used for lecture and laboratory work, con-
siderable emphasis is given to comparisons with other vertebrates,
especially man. Prerequisites: Zoology I and II.
Biological Chemistry S semester hours
This course includes the chemistry of proteins, fats, carbo-
hydrates, minerals, and vitamins, and the biological functions of
each. Digestive and metabolic changes are studied by laboratory
tests and animal feeding experiments. Prerequisites: Organic
Chemistry I and II.
Chemistry
Chemistry I (for Health Education
students only) 3 semester hours
This course is required of all students of Health and Physical
Education and does not satisfy the requirements in chemistry for
Science majors. It includes a general study of several of the com-
mon elements, several types of problems, and the fundamental
laws of chemistry. A brief study of the periodic table and atomic
structure is introduced very early in the semester.
Inorganic Chemistry 1 4 semester hours
This course includes a chemical study of the structure and
behavior of matter. Topics stressed in the first semester are the gas
laws, solutions, valence, ionization, acids, bases, oxidation and
reduction as well as the writing of equations and solving of prob-
lems.
Inorganic Chemistry l\ 4 semester hours
This course is a continuation of Inorganic Chemistry I and
stresses the more fundamental concepts of non-metals, metals,
atomic structure, the periodic classification of elements, and simple
qualitative tests for cations and anions. Prerequisite: Inorganic
Chemistry I.
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Qualitative Analysis 3 semester hours
This course is a study of the theoretical principles and practices
underlying analytical chemistry. It includes study and practice in
separating and identifying the cations and anions of the more com-
mon lements and radicals. Prerequisites: Inorganic Chemistry I
and II.
Quantitative Analysis 3 semester hours
This course gives introductory training in the theory and prac-
tice of gravimetric, volumetric, electrolytic, and potentiometric
analysis. Quantitative calculations and relations are stressed.. Pre-
requisites: Inorganic Chemistry I and II.
Organic Chemistry I 4 semester hours
This course is an elective for those who plan to major or minor
in Chemistry. It includes a study of the hydrogen compounds of
carbon of the aliphatic series with emphasis on structural relation-
ships and nomenclature as well as on uses and characteristic prop-
erties. Prerequisites: Inorganic Chemistry I and II.
Organic Chemistry II 3 semester hours
This course is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I. It deals
primarily with the amines and proteins and those compounds be-
longing to the aromatic series. Both micro and semi-micro tech-
niques are employed to stress the properties and type reactions of
the usual classes of organic compounds. Prerequisite: Organic
Chemistry I.
Physical Chemistry 3 semester hours
This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles
of theoretical chemistry with application in the solution of prob-
lems and training in the techniques of physical-chemical measure-
ments. The following topics are included: phase rule, properties
of solutions, liquids, sohds, gases, surface tension, vapor pressures,
osmotic pressures, chemical cells, buffers, indicators, oxidation-
reduction potentials, and conditions affecting chemical equilibria.
Prerequisites: Inorganic Chemistry and Physics I and II.
Colloidal Chemistry 3 semester hours
This course is a study of substances in the colloidal state with
particular emphasis on methods of producing sols and gels, stabil-
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izing them or preventing their formation, and interference in
chemical procedures. The practical application to various indus-
tries, agriculture, medicine, weather, soils, and home and com-
munity life will be stressed. Prerequisite: Inorganic Chemistry.
Industrial Chemistry 3 semester hours
This course deals with the application of theories, laws and
calculations of chemistry to industrial processes. An intensive
study of at least one major industrial process is made by each
student. The class work is supplemented by selected laboratory
experiences and numerous trips to neighboring industries. Pre-
requisites: Inorganic Chemistry I and II.
Chemistry of Nutrition 3 semester hours
This course is a study of the appHcation of food and physio-
logical chemistry to the nutrition of man. Topics included are die-
tary studies, food requirements of persons of various ages and
environmental conditions, energy, metabolism, mineral require-
ments and utilization, the vitamins, and the effect of food on growth
and good health. Prerequisite: Chemistry I or Inorganic Chem-
istry I.
Water Analysis 2 semester hours
This course is a study and analysis of water for potable quali-
ties and for use in industrial applications. The treatment for soften-
ing and elimination of industrial contamination is emphasized.
Prerequisite: Inorganic Chemistry.
Physics
Physics I 4 semester hours
This is an introductory course in mechanics, heat, and sound.
Some of the topics studied are the mechanics of solids, liquids,
gases, thermometry, calorimetry, and heat transference, the pro-
duction and nature of sound waves including musical sounds.
Physics II 4 semester hours
This is an introductory course in light, magnetism, and elec-
tricity. Some of the topics discussed are reflection and refraction,
optical instruments, spectra and interference. The portion devoted
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to electricity and magnetism deals with the general concepts of
magnetism, electrostatics, electrical circuits, generators, motors, and
alternating currents.
Electricity and Magnetism 4 semester hours
This is an advanced course in general electricity and magne-
tism. The electric magnetic fields, D. C. and A. C. circuits, capaci-
tance, inductance, electromotive force and electrical instruments
are among the topics developed. Prerequisites: Physics I and II.
Mechanics 4 semester hours
This is an intermediate course in mechanics of solids, liquids,
and gases. An opportunity is provided for a deeper insight into the
principles in operation and their practical application. Studies are
made of rectilinear and circular motion, v^^ork and energy, impulse
and momentum, simple harmonic motion, and hydrostatics. Em
phasis is placed on qualitative considerations. Prerequisites: Physics
I and II.
Heat 4 semester hours
This is an intermediate course in heat. The basic concepts and
principles are developed more intensively in the study of the proper-
ties of gases and in thermodynamics. Some of the specific topics
studied are temperature measurements, expansivity, specific heats,
thermal conductivity of solids and liquids, thermal properties of
gases, change of phase and heat engines. Prerequisites: Physics I
and II.
Electronics 3 semester hours
This is a course dealing w^ith the electron, inducing the charge,
emission, and velocity of the electron. The fundamentals of vacuum
tubes and their circuits and the use of tubes in communications
and industry are studied. Prerequisites: Physics I and II.
Optics 4 semester hours
This is an intermediate course in optics. Geometrical and phys-
ical optics are included. Reflection and refraction at surfaces, lenses,
interference and diffraction, elementary spectroscopy and polariza-
tion of light are discussed. Applications are made in the study of
optical instruments. Prerequisites: Physics I and II.
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Sound i semester hours
This is an intermediate course in the study of sound. The
physical basis of sound is studied under such topics as wave mo-
tion, characteristics of sound waves, reproduction and measure-
ment of sound, the ear and hearing, architectural acoustics, and
sound insulation. Prerequisites: Physics I and II.
Physical Measurements 3 semester hours
This is a course in the study of various precision measuring
devices. The principles of operation and practical uses are empha-
sized. Some instruments used are vernier calipers, micrometers,
spherometers, cathetometers, micrometer microscopes, pressure
gauges, audiometers, sextants. Jolly balances, photometers, spectro-
meters, potentiometers, ballistic galvanometers, and oscilloscopes.
Prerequisites: Physics I and II.
Modern Physics 3 semester hours
This is a study of twentieth century physics. The course in-
cludes the development in thermionies, x-rays, and radioactivity.
Considerable attention is given to the modern concepts of atomic
structure together with the mechanisms of release of atomic energy
and its subsequent utilization. Prerequisites: Physics I and II.
SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT
Dr. Andes, Head of the Department
Dr. Heim, Dr. Vollbrecht, Dr. Cuncannon, Mrs. Ivins, Mr. Shaffer, Dr. Lemley
General
World Culture I and II 10 semester hours
An integrated survey course presenting the origin, development,
and influence of the governmental and social organization, eco-
nomic activity, religious belief and practice, literature, and fine
arts as they have contributed to our modern civilization. It deals
with broad sweeping movements rather than details of the indi-
vidual state or nation. Six semester hours will be allowed for
World Culture I and II toward certification in Social Studies,
History, or Social Science.
American Citizenship 6 semester hours
A course which deals with the evolution of the Constitution of
the United States through amendment, legislative and judicial
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interpretation, and custom. Broad principles of government as
related to citizenship are stressed, with duties, rights, privileges,
and responsibilities of the individual given major consideration.
Teaching of Social Studies in
Secondary Schools 3 semester hours
This course is intended to familiarize prospective teachers with
desirable methods which may be used in teaching the social studies.
Emphasis is placed on the philosophy, objectives, courses of study,
and organization of subject matter for teaching purposes, curriculum
materials, procedures, and development.
History
History of Civilization ! end \\ 6 semester hours
A study of the origin and development of the political, social,
economic, and religious institutions which constitute modern civil-
ization, with emphasis upon broad movements to make realistic
the information necessary for a proper understanding of the great
heritage that is ours in the present day.
History of United States
and Pennsylvania ! 3 semester hours
A survey course in the history of the United States and Penn-
sylvania from the beginning of the colonial period to the end of
the Civil War. Emphasis is placed on the social, economic, and
political development of our nation in general and of our Com-
monwealth in particular.
History of the United States
and Pennsylvania II 3 semester hours
A survey course in the history of the United States and Penn-
sylvania from 1865 to the present. Stress is placed on the impact of
the Industrial Revolution on our society, the growth of the labor
world power, our part in World Wars I and II, and the activities of
our nation in behalf of international organization.
History of Pennsylvania 3 semester hours
A study of the founding and development of Pennsylvania from
its colonial beginning to the present time. Emphasis is placed on
the social, economic, and political developments in the different
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periods of its history. Special attention is given to the diversity of
the people, their institutions and problems, and the growth of Penn-
sylvania to a leading position in our modern industrial world.
Diplomatic History of the United States J semester hours
Special emphasis is placed on a study of our foreign relations
from the beginning of our national history to the present. Such
aspects as the growth and influence of a policy of "isolation," the
creation and development of the Monroe Doctrine, the changing
position of the United States as a world power, and the problems
incident to the assumption of the resulting responsibilities.
History of Europe to 1815 3 semester hours
A study of the development of the social, economic, political,
religious, and cultural experiences of the European people, empha-
sizing the cause and effect of inter-relation and inter-dependence of
both people and events that are basic to understanding the funda-
mental forces that lead to modern life.
History of Europe Since 1815 3 semester hours
A comprehensive study of the factors contributed by the Euro-
pean people in their national organization through their political,
social, and economic activities. The understanding of the casual and
intergroup relationships are essentially basic to analysis and inter-
pretations of the difficulties facing the European world today.
Rennaissance to Reformation 3 semester hours
A study of the Rennaissance and Reformation with particular
emphasis on the important poHtical, eccyiomic, social, and cultural
forces that emerged during this period of transition and ushered in
the modern western culture. Emphasis is placed on the evolution of
modern states and the rise of individualism.
History of England 3 semester hours
This course traces the growth of the people and institutions of
England from the conquest by the Anglo-Saxons to the present.
The emphasis is placed on the development of those factors that
gave rise to the struggle and events that culminated in the estab-
lishment of democratic principles and organization in our modern
world.
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Twentieth Century World History 3 semester hours
The significance of events in the present century is brought out
in this course by a study of the growth of capitaUsm, imperiahsm,
totahtarianism, international jealousies, World Wars I and II, and
the attempts of the family of nations to find world peace through
international understanding.
International Relations 1919 to
the Present ^ semester hours
This course emphasizes the modern economic, social, political,
religious and cultural problems that reflect their influence of inter-
natfonal relationships of the nations of the world using the United
States as the point of departure. Special attention is paid to the
struggle of the people through their representatives in international
conferences and organizations to resolve their differences.
History of Latin America ^ semester hours
This course surveys the development of the Latin American
countries from the period of discovery to the present. The eco-
nomic, social, political, and cultural areas receive special attention
first as domestic problems, then as they are related to the various
political units involved. The influence of European and American
relations as they are reflected in local changes are given consideration.
History of the Middle East and India 3 semester hours
A study of the various civilizations that developed in this area
with regard to their contributions as they influenced both oriental
and occidental achievements. Special emphasis is placed on the
modern aspects of their relation to world knowledge and to prob-
lems of current international interest.
History of the Far East 3 semester hours
A study of the development of the people of China, India, Japan,
Indonesia, and the Pacific Islands. Attention is given to their cul-
tures and developmental problems as they are related to each other
and to the Occident.
Social Science
Principles of Economics 3 semester hours
This course emphasizes economic principles which are funda-
mental for an appreciation of our modern economy. While stressing
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the forces and factors that explain production, distribution, and
consumption in our capitaHstic order, much attention is also given
to practical economic matters, including labor problems, co-opera-
tive movements, and business management.
Contemporary Economic Problems S semester hours
This course consists of a study of certain of our more crucial
present day problems such as: labor relations, money and banking,
international trade, government regulation.
Consumer Education 3 semester hours
This course is designed to develop techniques and methods
which will enable the buyer to evaluate, on a quality and price basis,
the myriad goods sold in the modern market place. Among the
matters considered are the following: installment buying, choice of
product, insurance, advertising and others of similar importance.
Industrial Relations 3 semester hours
The purpose of this course is to study a history of the industrial
movements in order to understand the problems involved in the
background. Then follows a study of human relationships in indus-
trial enterprise, the place of collective bargaining, and personnel
administration.
Principles of Sociology 3 semester hours
This is a basic course in sociology dealing with the interaction
arising from the association of human beings. Emphasis is placed
upon natural and social heritage, the meaning and functions of cul-
ture, the origin, function, and characteristics of social institutions,
such as the family, religion, and the state; with inquiry into the
nature and genesis of social pathology.
Contemporary Social Problems 3 semester hours
This is an advanced course in sociology. It deals with several
problems such as poverty, unemployment, crime, divorce, and men-
tal maladjustment. Lectures, reports, and seminar techniques are
used.
Home and Family Living 3 semester hours
This course deals with the development of the family and the
home in its historical, economic, and legal aspects. The various
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factors influencing the organization, disorganization, and reorgani-
zation of the family are considered, as well as the modern trends in
this basic institution.
American Government 3 semester hours
A study of the general principles of the American system of con-
stitutional government; special emphasis is placed upon the organ-
ization and functions of the national government — legislative, exec-
utive, and judicial; the rights and duties of citizenship; the
electorate, political parties, civil rights, and the growing regulatory
functions of government are carefully treated.
State and Local Government 3 semester hours
This course deals with the organization, structure, and functions
of our State, County, and City governments. Consideration is given
to modern administrative techniques and methods as they apply to
state and local governmental units. Special emphasis is placed upon
Pennsylvania state and local governmental organs.
Municipal Government 3 semester hours
This course deals with the history, organization, structure, and
functions of the major types of city government in the United
States. Consideration is given to the development of modern admin-
istrative techniques and methods as they apply to municipalities.
The prevailing forms of government and administration used by
boroughs and townships in Pennsylvania are surveyed.
Comparative Government 3 semester hours
In this course major attention is given to Great Britain and
Soviet Russia as best representing, among foreign governments, the
democratic and authoritarian systems. Brief consideration is given
to the governments of France, Italy, Germany, and Japan. Frequent
comparison and contrasts are drawn between these governments
and government in the United States.
United Nations Organization and Functions 3 semester hours
This course traces briefly the background of the efforts of
nations to bring about mutual understanding among all peoples.
The causes are studied which resulted in the development of the
United Nations Organization. The component parts of the Or-
ganization are carefully analyzed. The accomplishments to date to
establish world peace are carefully examined.
134 State Teachers College
SUMMER SESSIONS OF 1953
Pre-Session: 3 weeks — June 8 to June 26
Regular Session: 6 weeks — June 29 to August 7
Post Session: 3 weeks — August 10 to August 28
Credit Secured in Summer School
By action of the Board of Presidents of the State Teachers
Colleges, no student will be allowed to secure more credits than the
number of weeks in a session except by special permission of the
President and the Dean. A student may enroll for one, two, or all
three sessions. By attending all twelve weeks a student can com-
plete 12 semester hours of credit.
Expenses and Fees *
Board and room are $12.00 a week. The Activity Fee for the
Regular Session is $2,50 and for the Pre-Session and Post-Session
$125 each. Books must be purchased. They will cost approximately
$15.00. A fee of $7.50 per semester hour of credit, covering instruc-
tional costs, is charged for residents of Pennsylvania; out-of-state
students also pay at the rate of $7.50 per credit hour. The full
expense of any summer session must be paid on the day of regis-
tration.
Health and Physical Education
During the Summer Sessions, the College plans to ofifer courses
in the Health and Physical Education curriculum. The courses to
be offered will be of collegiate grade and will carry credit toward
discharging the requirements for the B.S. degree in the field of
Health and Physical Education. The program will interest and
appeal to the following groups of people:
1. Graduates of the three-year curriculum in health and physical
education who are planning to meet requirements for the
degree in health and physical education;
2. Graduates of other curricula who now plan to secure teach-
ing certification in the health and physical education field;
3. Teachers in service who are called upon to teach and super-
vise health and physical education and playground work and
who desire to meet the state requirements for this work.
* Fees subject to change without notice.
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Music Education
During the Summer Sessions the College plans to offer courses
in Music Education for three classes of people:
1. Those who have completed the three-year music course in
the State Normal Schools and Teachers Colleges of Penn-
sylvania;
2. Supervisors of music in the elementary or secondary schools
who are desirous of furthering their musical education or of
securing the Bachelor's degree in this field;
3. Those who have done advanced or somewhat irregular work
in music and who wish to continue their education in the
four-year college curriculum.
In the Summer Sessions, courses will be offered only when a sufffficient
number of students apply for them.
More detailed information about the Summer Sessions will be sent upon
request to the Registrar, State Teachers College, West Chester, Pennsylvania.
EXTENSION WORK *
Extension courses permitted in the four-year curricula for the
preparation of teachers of the public schools:
1. The College adheres to the regulations set up by the Amer-
ican Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. A com-
mittee of this Association has recommended that extension
credits be limited to thirty-two semester hours in the four-
year curricula.
2. Any courses in the four-year curricula may be offered by the
State Teachers Colleges subject to the standards approved by
the State Council of Education.
3. Credit for equivalent courses given by other institutions may
be given subject to the thirty-two semester hour limit and
provided the courses have been given in accord with the
standards of the State Council of Education.
4. Extension credits previous to June 1, 1941, shall be in accord
with the limited list in effect at that time.
• The state Teachers College at West Chester does not offer courses by
correspondence, nor does it grant credit for courses taken through correspond-
ence.
136 State Teachers College
COLLEGE COURSES FOR TEACHERS
Each semester a number o£ courses may be offered in the even-
ings and on Saturday mornings. These courses are planned for
those teachers who are in service and who wish to continue their
work toward the degree. The courses given are selected from the
several curricula and are chosen with the idea of accommodating as
many teachers as possible.
The cost of these courses is at the rate of |7.50 per semester
hour of credit for legal residents of Pennsylvania and for out-of-
state students.
No Activity Fee is charged students who are enrolled in the
College Courses for Teachers. The payment of the Activity Fee
does, however, entitle the student to participate in all student activ-
ities and college activities that are provided for by this fee.
Not more than six semester hours of credit will be allowed for
courses completed in any one semester by a student who during such
term, is a regularly employed full-time teacher.
The College gladly welcomes any suggestions for courses to
be offered evenings and Saturdays. Such requests should be mailed
to the Dean of Instruction.
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ENROLLMENT BY CLASS AND CURRICULA
1952-1953
Curricula
Men Women Total Total
Elementary Education 709
Freshman 22 211 • 233
Sophomore 15 146 161
Junior 16 147 163
Senior 11 141 152
Secondary Education 292
Freshman 83 36 119
Sophomore 50 14 64
Junior 47 12 59
Senior 34 16 50
Health and Physical Education 340
Freshman 79 54 133
Sophomore 46 24 70
Junior 42 28 70
Senior 45 22 67
Music Education 265
Freshman 46 39 85
Sophomore 32 40 72
Junior 24 34 58
Senior 15 35 50
College Graduates 4 3 7 7
Student Nurses 14 14 14
Totals
• Full-Time Students 611 1016 1627 1627
College Courses for Teachers
(Part-Time) 3 106 109 109
Total College Enrollment 614 1122 1736 1736
1952 SUMMER SESSIONS ENROLLMENT
Men
Pre^Session 105
Regular Session 140
Post-Session 81
Women
Total
187
292
403
543
156
237
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ENROLLMENT BY COUNTIES
1952-1953
Adams 9
Allegheny 5
Armstrong 1
Beaver 1
Bedford 4
Berks 66
Blair 10
Bucks 70
Carbon 9
Center 4
Chester 165
Clearfield 2
Columbia 2
Crawford 2
Cumberland 8
Dauphin 28
Delaware 312
Erie 1
Fayette 2
Franklin 12
Fulton 1
Huntingdon 7
Juniata 1
Lackawanna 12
Lancaster 38
Lebanon 10
Lehigh 34
Luzerne 30
Lycoming 2
McKean 1
Mercer 1
Mifflin 10
Monroe 4
Montgomery 172
Montour 1
Northampton 36
Northumberland 14
Perry 9
Philadelphia 373
Potter 2
Schuylkill 29
Snyder 1
Somerset 2
Susquehanna 3
Union 5
Wayne 3
Westmorland 5
Wyoming 3
York 42
Total from Penna 1564
From other states 63
Total
.1627
DEMONSTRATION SCHOOL
1952-1953
Kindergarten 26
First Grade 29
Second Grade 26
Third Grade 28 Total
Fourth Grade 26
Fifth Grade 26
Sixth Grade 26
.187
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INDEX
Page
Accreditation of the College 2
Administrative Officers °
Admission to the College ^°
All-Star Course ■f^
Alumni
Application for Admission '3^
Areas of Specialization in the Secondary Field ^^
Art, Description of Courses °0
Art, Faculty °^
Athletics, Intercollegiate t:
Athletics, Intramural i^
Athletics, Women's f^
Attendance, Class and Convocation ■^^
Biology, Required and Elective Courses 66
Board of Trustees {^
Book Store ^^
Buildings and Grounds ■'^
Calendar '
Certification Requirements ''
Convocations _
Chemistry, Required and Elective Courses ^'
Classification of Students ^^' ^j.
College Community Organization and Administration ^7
College Courses for Teachers 1^^
Cooperating Training Teachers ^°
Curricula Offered i°
Dean's List ^
Dental Hygienists Curriculum {A
Dismissals from College ^
Education, Description of Courses °J
Education, Faculty °}.
Elective Courses, Elementary ^
Elective Fields, Secondary ^^
Elementary Curriculum ^^
Employment, Student ^^
English, Description of Courses °^
English, Required and Elective Courses 59
English, Faculty °6
Enrollment, By Counties 1^°
Enrollment, By Class and Curricula 1^7
Enrolim.ent, Demonstration School 1^°
Enrollment, Summer Sessions ^^'
Entertainment Course ~^
Evaluation of Credentials -^^
49
Expenses -
Extension Work ^^^
Extra-Curricular Activities ^^
Extra-Curricular Requirements ^^
Faculty
Fees T:
French, Description of Courses ^^
French, Electives ^
French, Faculty ^^
Full-time Students ^^
Geography, Description of Courses ^
Geography, Required and Elective Courses ^^
Geography, Faculty
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INDEX (Continued)
Page
Graduation 36
Health and Physical Education Curriculum 69
Health and Physical Education, Description o£ Courses 98
Health and Physical Education, Faculty 98
Healdi Service 30
History of the College 20
Honor Roll 34
Housing 42
Intercollegiate Athletics 29
Intramural Athletics 30
Latin, Description of Courses 93
Latin, Required Courses 61
Latin, Faculty 93
Laundry 42
Library 24
Loans 46
Location of the College 21
Marking System 33
Mathematics, Description of Courses 107
Mathematics, Required and Elective Courses 63
Mathematics, Faculty 107
Music Education Curriculum 71
Music, Description of Courses 110
Music, Faculty 110
Musical Organizations 28
Pennsylvania Regional Library 32
Physics, Required and Elective Courses 68
Placement Service 31
Public School Nurses Curriculum 75
Publications 44
Purpose of the State Teachers College at West Chester 25
Registration Blank 141
Remedial Instruction 34
Reports to Parents 34
Resident Credit Requirements 35
Scholarship Requirements 34
Scholarships 44
School Nurses Curriculum 75
Science, Description of Courses 120
Science, Required and Elective Courses 66
Science, Faculty 120
Secondary Education Curriculum 58
Secondary Education, Elective Fields 59
Social Studies, Description of Courses 128
Social Studies, Required and Elective Courses 63
Social Studies, Faculty 128
Staff, Business Office 17
Staff, Health Service 17
Staff, Maintenance 17
Staff, Secretarial 17
Student Class Load , 35
Student Government 27
Student Health Service ; 30
Smdent Life 41
Summer Sessions 134
Trustees, Board of 7
Withdrawals from College 35
Women's Recreational Association 30
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REGISTRATION
The State Teachers College at West Chester devotes its entire
facilities to the training of personnel for the public schools. If you
are interested in earning the degree of Bachelor of Science in
Education and a college certificate valid for teaching in the public
schools of Pennsylvania, please fill in the form at the bottom of this
page and return it to the Registrar, State Teachers College, West
Chester, Pa.
(Cut Here)
STATE TEACHERS COLLEGE
(2-53) West Chester, Pennsylvania (Use Ink)
PRELIMINARY REGISTRATION
1. Name
(Last) (First) (Second)
2. Number and Street County
3. City Zone State
4. When do you wish to enter this College?
^^
p Month (September, Januar>' or June) 19
X
^ 5. In what curriculum do you wish to enroll?
n
Elementary : Secondary Physical Ed Music
If Secondary Education, list Major Minor
6. Have you attended any other college? Yes No If so,
give name of the college
7. Do you apply as a Resident Student? Day Student?
8. Are you a veteran eligible for training under the G. I. Bill? Yes No
Korean Bill? Yes No
NOTE: When this information has been received by the Registrar, instructions for
completing your applications will be sent to you.
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