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UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN, LAWRENCE, KANSAS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14, 1
The Editorial Page—
Western Civ Exams
Western Civilization exams given by the University do not truly test the students' knowledge of the subject.
Here's Why:
Education experts say that no examination is a true test of the students' abilities unless it is given under fair conditions. The unjust circumstances that accompany the examinations are common knowledge among all who have taken the course.
After reading the extensive study planned by the department, the student at last is prepared to take the one all-important test which is to determine what grade he will receive in the six hour course. This preparation in itself is a giant task, but since the University student is supposedly an adult, he does not complain.
When the "judgment day" comes, the hopeful student strolls up the campus with hundreds of others to meet with the "wheels" who are giving the examination. Since the group is so large, an auditorium is the place chosen for the test. It is Fraser theater. Following the instructions of numerous proctors who are there to assist with the mass exam, the student (after abandoning his books, papers, pencils and coat) takes a seat. Much to his surprise, he soon learns that he will be bumping elbows with two other students, for the seating plan has left alternate rows vacant instead of alternate seats within each row.
Thus, while proctors pace beside, in front of, and behind the student, he struggles through the comprehensive test. Conscious of every movement made by the students beside him, whether they are erasing, coughing or sneezing, the poor student wonders how he can endure the tension for three hours. He is afraid to glance up from his paper even for a minute—someone might think he was cheating.
Under such a strain, few students can relax and think clearly about the facts they have amassed the past year. These conditions produce one inevitable result. Many students who may actually have an adequate knowledge of the subject receive poor grades. With the need for hurrying to finish the test in the time allowed, together with the tension caused by sitting so close to other students and by the proctors pacing up and down—how can the student be expected to do his best?
The solution of the problem should be easy. The reason for giving all students the test on the same day is obvious, but if Fraser theater's capacity is insufficient, why not split the group? Some of the supervisors and proctors could meet in another place with part of the students being examined. The University certainly is not lacking in facilities. The auditoriums in either Hoch or Strong halls could be used.
Why not give the student a break? —Doris Greenbank
More About The Bomb
One fact which has arisen from the excitement and reaction following the announcement that Russia has the bomb is the undeniable truth that Russia is now a more powerful nation than before. In the time since President Truman's announcement, Russia has risen, in the world's startled eyes, to a plane of military and political power closely paralleling that of the United States.
Before, Soviet Russia commanded some respect and some fear, from many European countries because of the Red army. Even then, however, some nations were cold toward Russia, because the United States held the bomb—alone—over the rest of the world.
Now all is changed. Russia, too, has this greatly destructive weapon, and because she is so close to the formerly hostile countries, they look again with deeper respect at their Soviet neighbor.
Any nation holding the atomic bomb is a powerful nation, and Russia has now moved up alongside the United States as a dominating power.
Although experts have discounted some of the destructive powers of the bomb, it can still leave large areas worthless with its effects of radio activity. Experts say that just one bomb set off in the Mesabi iron ore range in Minnesota would make this vast mineral supply useless for years to come.
With this in mind, the nations of the world, especially those in Europe, view Russia with greater alarm than ever before.
Previously, the United States ruled the atom roost alone. Now we have a "partner." To get along together—and keep the world in one piece—is the problem presented by Russia's possession of the atomic bomb. —John S. Hill
K. U. is to have a volunteer air reserve squadron, and one fan wants to know if the boys can be sent up to shoot down planes that buzz the football field during games.
The B-36 squabble hasn't come to the campus yet, but any day now, we expect a pitched battle to break out between the N.R.O.T.C. and the Air R.O.T.C. boys.
The new mayor of Lawrence has come in for considerable public criticism lately. Evidently the old guard hasn't recovered from the shocking fact that he was the first Democrat to be elected in several decades.
From the classifieds: "Lost, Friday—One football with name Ira on back. Reward." Does it answer to its name, too?
Dear Editor-
Proof
Dear Sir:
After conducting a serious investigation and delving into some profound research, I too, agree with a brief editorial statement of yours some time ago: No, that all can't be real.
I thank you.
(Name withheld by request)
Joyhawker To Use Pictures Of KU Students In Ads
Advertisements picturing University students will be used this year in the Jayhawker. Methods of obtaining models from as many houses on the campus as possible were discussed at a meeting of the advertising staff Tuesday. All advertising copy for the first issue is due Sunday.
Members of the advertising staff are those who sold ads during the recent contest to determine who should be advertising manager and those who applied at the office. Approximately $4,000 worth of ads were sold during this contest.
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