The ACORN 1927 Department of English Language and Literature INDIVIDUALITY is definitely characteristic of the English department of Weber College. Under the wise and able leadership of Aaron W. Tracy, assisted by Mr. Leland Monson, Miss Marian T. Read and Mr. Joseph Jarvis, English language and literature courses have attained an admirable status of efficiency. In harmony with a general aim of the school, the classes have been considerably limited in enrollment, so that students might be accorded the benefit of individual attention and their abilities developed correspondingly. It is likewise an aim of the department to pro- vide special opportunities and experience, in connection with college publications, for especially talented students. Courses in English and American literature, in Freshmen composition, in public speaking, and in expository writing, are listed in the department curriculum. The methods pursued in the composition classes are comparable to those of no other school. That the English language is being effectively and consistently taught is evident from the type of work therewith accomplished. The Department of Language ALTHOUGH the ultimate aim of language study is not always specifically defined, that its general cultural and educational value and its value as an aid in better understanding our own language is enough to warrant its requirement is expected. An unusual system was instituted this year in the language department through the purchase of several dictaphones. Both for the development of a purer accent and for the attainment of more fluent expression the use of this machine is unrivalled. As head of the department Professor Thomas is well-fitted, since he has had several years of travel among foreign countries and consequent association with the people whose languages he teaches. This year several students have aided Professor Thomas in this department. Their work is demonstrative of the excellent instruction which they have received at Weber College. During the Spring quarter Miss Eleanor Emmett, language instructor at the Central Junior High, has taken charge of Mr. Thomas' French Class, since he has been studying in Paris. The ACORN 1927 Department of Music MUSIC is an indication of the vibrant, energetic condition of a people A singing nation is inadvertently a prosperous and happy nation. Weber is a singing school. At games, at ralies, at devotionals, wherever Weber students are assembled this art finds expression. It is safe to assume that music is a major characteristic of the traditional Weber spirit. In this department, courses in singing, public school music, principles, and instrumental work have been given. A special feature instituted this year, under the direction of Lester Hinchcliff (music) and Mrs. Horn (art), was Music and Art Week held from May 2 to 7. This event was arranged with the ultimate object in view of establishing Weber as the center of fine arts in this community. On May 2, Mr. Fred Dixon, a famous pianist, entertained a large audience at Weber College. Tuesday, a large portrait of David O. McKay, contributed by the Weber Alumni Association, was unveiled. Thursday, "The Creation" was presented at the Tabernacle under the direction of Mr. Hinchcliff. The College Glee Club aided in the presentation. The soloists were: Emma Woodland, Howard Shupe and William S. Wright. During the month of May an art exhibit, including that of the Ogden Art Society, was held at Weber College. In connection with the Art movement the school has purchased one painting this year and plans to purchase one or more additional paintings annually. Department of Buildings And Grounds AMONG all departments that of Buildings and Grounds is the most unique. In consideration of its special purposes, this department has accomplished as much, or more, than any other one department in the school. When it is further realized that many students are dependent upon the opportunities for income therein offered as a means to education, its importance is more emphatically revealed. Under the directorship of Mr. Vander Hule ("Bill") the buildings and grounds of Weber have been kept in excellent condition, and many out- standing improvements have been made. This year these improvements were in evidence: The transposing of the library, Geology and Botany laboratories to larger and more convenient quarters, and the establishment of the Student Association buildings for the use of the Student Body Council and the publications.