Fascists in Italy and Catholic Influence Debate
The piece assesses Fascisti rise in Italy and Catholic political power, noting shifts after victory. It argues that lasting influence lies in tendencies beyond party labels, cites Catholics aligning with socialists, and credits the Fascisti with embedding Catholic values in public life while Provoking Catholic withdrawal from the party. It mentions a Faculty Bulletin controversy and calls for student-faculty cooperation.
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Italy
Wreas
Popolari
Catholic Party
Popular Party
Fascisti
Aventine
Holy See
BnoUas
Curriculum discussion mirrors endless evolution in learning
The article compares curriculum development to book making, noting that college programs reflect evolving human knowledge and must change with it. It hints at ongoing debate and plans, with a continuation reference to page 2.
Student Faculty Cooperation in Curricular Reform
The editorial urges Barnard students to engage with the college curriculum and for faculty and trustees to welcome this input. It argues that intellectual interests extend beyond lessons and notes rapid changes require curricular adaptation in a democratic era. Continues on Page 3.
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Barnard
Student Cooperation and the Curriculum
The piece discusses whether students should have substantial voice in shaping a general curriculum. It argues that flexibility in requirements is essential, given a diverse student body with varying aims from professional careers to broad cultural interests. It notes that serious students seeking personal clarity deserve consideration of their interests.
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Bulletin
World of Thought and World of Facts
Miss Gottschall asks for Barnard Bulletin prose on any topic and the writer reflects on living in the world of ideas. He contemplates whether ideas constitute a higher reality than the tangible world and notes the difficulty of explaining this beyond his competence.
Nutrition and plant response to stimuli overview
The article outlines a department’s brief statement on advancing work in nutrition processes and plant life. It notes researchers pursue the broad topic of how living substances respond to stimuli using varied experimental approaches and measurements of motion and other responses.
Orientation courses in college curriculums
The article questions the value of orientation courses and argues true learning comes from doing. It cites a 19th century biology class where students dissected fresh clams to illustrate biology in practice, contrasting active inquiry with mere right answers.
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New England
Gottingen
New London
The Student and the Curriculum
A historical reflection notes rapid changes in college demands over two decades. Vocational aims push curricula toward professional preparation, drawing more women into business and professions. The author warns the shift is swift and poorly planned, with debate over its merits.
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Pino Bigongiari
Henry E. Crampton
William F. Ogburn
Margaret E. Maltby
Henri F. Muller
Herbert M. Richard
William Haller
Melvin M. Knight
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