and the mechanical reproduction of them in various ways,
but it is the power to present these facts in such a way that
new concepts are formed which will show a real gain in
learning. In short, it is the ability to think. When we get
out into life we shall not be asked to reproduce a complicated
proof in mathematics, or give the chemical composition of a
certain rock, unless we specialize along that direction, but
we must have acquired that mental ability that will be,neces
sary to insure us the means to cope with the problems of
life.
We are glad to note the interest the trustees have taken
in regard to the selection of new instructors. Our faculty
has always .been noted for its educational and teaching
ability and, now, with the recent accessions, it is strength
ened more than ever. The man who is called to the head of
the Mining Department is of national reputation and bids
fair to establish a strong department in that line. On the
oratorical side of the College we have the services of a man
who has been especially called to build up that part of our
life and who is to give his main time to it. He has repre
sented one of our leading institutions in inter-collegiate
debating and with his special training in that line, is highly
fitted to have charge of that work. His services will be par
ticularly valuable when it comes to training for our intercol
legiate debates. Of the other instructors, all have come
highly recommended and no doubt will prove a strength in
their respective departments. A brief biography will be
found on another page.
The advent of Professor Pattee’s song, “Alma Mater,”
last Spring and the enthusiasm with which it was received
seemed to awaken other minds to such an extent that State