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I 1 PAGE 2 THE TWIG OCTOBER 3, 1974 THE MEREPITH Letters to the editor COLLEGH Meredith has lost a loyal ally and friend The service conducted in his memory provided a simple but meaningful gesture of how much Dr. Luther M. Massey meant to Meredith College. Dr. Massey was a devoted friend of Meredith, who contributed to this institution in many areas. Dr. Massey was never reluctant to give his time. Serving on the Board of Trustees for over twenty years, he chaired that group for six terms. He never hesitated to represent the college at ceremonial functions and managed almost every week to spend at least one afternoon on Meredith’s campus to keep informed. Massey also exhibited what Dr. Weems called his “love of anything Meredith’’ through numerous other actions. He main tained communication with all former faculty, staff, and Board of Trustees members, in addition to advocating modernization of the curriculum and the acquisition of additional acres to enhance the campus’s beauty. Perhaps Dr. Massey’s greatest contribution to Meredith was his guidance in the construction of the president’s house. His involvement in building that residence resulted in its being named in his and his wife’s honor. Luther Massey was indeed a loyal and rare friend to Meredith College over, the years, and we quite agree with Dr. Weems in saying, “We will miss you. Dr. Massey.’’ GR Comments neglected^ are students slighted? The faculty evaluations which have recently been released are a step in the right directim, but the information they contain is not being utilized to the fullest extent at present Each professor has received his or her own statistical results, but accompanying student comments are not automatically relayed. These comments may be obtained by faculty members upon individual request; lazy or disinterested teachers, however, may allow their students’ opinions to remain forever unseen by simply failing to ask for them. Student opinion is perhaps the most crucial aspect of the faculty evaluations. Students often have keen insight, offering valid criticism and viable suggestions for improvement. Their input can prove invaluable in upgrading teaching methods and redefining course contents and goals. In light of these facts, every effort should be made by the administration to insure that student comments are viewed by each and every faculty member. We appreciate the good in tentions of those who sponsored the faculty evaluations, but we must urge that they be used to maximum advantage. Present policy may easily be construed as either poor judgment or just another slight to the worth of student opinion. GR mmmmmm EDITORIAL STAFF Editor Genie Rogers Associate Editor Managing Editor Columnist Faculty Advisors Business Manager Faculty Advisor Photographer Allyn Vogel Rebecca Askew Sharon Ellis Dr. Norma Rose, Dr. Tom Parramore Deborah Phillips Dr. Lois Frazier Martha Claybrook Member Associated Collegiate Press. Entered as second-class matter at post office at Raleigh, N. C. 27611. Published weekly except during holidays and exams. THE TWIG is served by National Educational Advertising Service, 18 East 50th Street, New York, Subscription rates: $3.70 per year. TO THE EDITOR: Yes, the library should be closed. The librarians have just as much right to attend con vocations as the students, faculty and administrative officials. Did you ever consider this? I think not,, according to your editorial. Chapel is not required these days; this requirement was done away with before SGA and Convocation requirements were. In no way, directly or indirectly, is Christianity being forced on anybody. You have the choice to go or not to go to chapel. Sure, Meredith’s purpose is “to develop in its students the Christian attitude toward the whole of life,” as stated in the catalog. That was why Meredith College was established, to be a Christian college for women; it was to prepare us spiritually as well as academically. We put so much emphasis on academic and personal freedom, that we forget about spiritual freedom. Jesus said, “You shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” Freedom, spiritually, is a lot more valuable than personal or academic freedom. At Meredith, we should give a semblance to a spiritual community, not just a physical and academic community. If, we should continue to let our Christian standards down, well, we will not be any dif ferent from a secular college, other than being a small liberal arts college for women. unprepared. Many of these have to do with dating, others with family, roommates, etc. Wouldn’t The Twig be doing a service if it set up a Meredith Ann Landers or Dear Abby column: The wisdom behind the column need not come from one editor, but from a panel, say, of seniors who are experience in areas still puzzling to those on lesser levels. I should think such a column (protecting anonymity, of course) would be highly readable to the campus at large,. as well as rendering a neede service. Beth Fitts Helen Jones, English Dept. DEAR EDITOR: In teaching freshmen, I am often made aware of the various social problems they meet Editor’s note: Comments concerning Mrs. Jones’ proposed column would be greatly appreciated. The West Point Primer Editor’s note: Bob Page attended West Point for two vears. THE WEST PGfNT PRIMER "Paget- >ee. 4k 5ee. 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