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University Daily Kansan
Monday, Oct. 3, 1955
Science Teacher Need Pointed Out
"The need for science teachers goes up every year, and the supply goes down," Dr. Robert Stollberg, president of the National Science Teachers' Association, said recently during a visit to the campus.
Dr. Stollberg is professor of science and education at San Francisco State College.
The need for well-trained scientists in industry and research is greater now, perhaps, then ever before, he said. Training in scientific fields is becoming more specialized, but the demand for specially-trained persons exceeds the supply, he said.
Fewer Science Teachers Now Dr. Stollberg pointed out that all American colleges and universities combined graduate only about two thirds of the number of science teachers that they did five years ago.
He is making a tour of 40 colleges and universities to study the problem. He believes that if the United States is to continue the present level of scientific development, something will have to come about with the serious lack of teachers of science subjects.
"Our American society needs scientists desperately... to maintain our standard of living and our national security," he said. "One important way to increase the supply of scientifically-trained persons is to improve the quality and quantity of science teaching in the nation's schools." he said.
Teachers Needed
With the world becoming more scientific, science subjects should occupy a larger share of the educational spotlight, he said, adding that larger science curriculum will be possible only when enough teachers are available.
As scientific developments continue, the general public, as well as specialists, need to be better educated in science subjects, Dr. Stollberg said. All persons need an adequate science background in order to be competent citizens, and effective consumers, he explained.
What is the reason for this shortage of science teachers which is increasing annually? A general shortage of all types of teachers in proportions to the vast increase in the number of students throughout the nation is part of the answer, Dr. Stollberg said; However, the science field is one of the areas most plagued by the shortage.
Major Factor
The attraction of jobs in government and industry for college graduates is considered by educators to be a major factor in the problem, he said.
Many students who are going into other jobs would be well-fitted for teaching, but many of them are not aware of the possibilities for careers in science teaching, Dr. Stollberg said.
The National Science Teachers' Association, an organization of 8,000 members, has assumed the task of encouraging young persons to enter the science teaching field. The association has planned projects to develop interest in teaching and make known the opportunities which are open to students in science teaching.
Girls' Staters to Meet
Girls' State alumni will meet at 4 p.m. tomorrow in the Jayhawk Room of the Student Union to discuss organizing a Stateswomen's Club on the campus. Sammie Marble, Fort Scott sophomore, president of the alumni, urges all former girls' staters to attend.
Nov.1 Final Date For Fulbrights
Nov. 1 is the closing date for applications for grants to study abroad under the Fulbright Act and the Buenos Aires Convention. Students interested should see Dr. J. A. Burzle, Fulbright program adviser.
The scholarships, part of the educational exchange program of the State Department, were established to promote better understanding of the United States abroad.
Eligibility requirements are United States citizenship, college degree or the equivalent, and sufficient knowledge of the language of the country to carry on the proposed study, age 35 years or under, and good health.
The awards, made in currencies of the participating countries, cover transportation, expenses of a language refresher or orientation course, tuition, books, and maintenance for one academic year.
During the 1956-57 school year, nearly 1,000 American students will have the chance to study abroad under the programs. Since 1947, more than 4,600 American students have received scholarships.
KU students selected last spring were Elizabeth Deibert, Julia Oliver; and Marjorie Scott for study in France; Joseph Conrad and Linda Stormont, Germany; Norman Lane, Australia; Harold Swanson, Norway, and William Hayward and Owen Loveless, Japan.
Advertising Groups To Meet Thursday
William Bryngelson, copy chief for Bruce B. Brewer Advertising Agency in Kansas City, Mo., will speak at a joint meeting of Alpha Delta Sigma and Gamma Alpha Chi, professional advertising fraternities, at 8 p.m. Thursday in the English Room of the Student Union. Formal pledging of new members will be held before the talk.
Mr. Bryngelson will speak on "How to Sell Goods With Advertising." Before joining the Brewer agency, Mr. Bryngelson was copy writer for the Wheaties and Bisquick accounts at Knox Reeves agency, Minneapolis, Minn.
Thursday's program is the first in a series of talks given to the advertising majors by advertising agency personnel.
All students and faculty interested in advertising are urged to attend. Coffee and cookies will be served.
German Club Meets Tomorrow
The German Club will meet at 5 p.m. tomorrow in 502 Fraser, James E. White, assistant instructor of English, will talk about his experiences at the University of Tuebingen, Germany. He also will show slides he took in Germany, Mr. White was the exchange student between Tuebingen and KU last year.
Dr. James L. Wortham, professor of English, will read "Paradise Lost" by Milton at 4:15 p.m. tomorrow in the Music and Browsing Room of the Student Union. This is the first in a series of readings to be held at the same time each week for about 10 weeks. Coffee will be served.
"Paradise Lost" To Be Read
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