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Show UTO NIANNineteen TwelveThe NormalsIF THERE'S one department of the University the institution should feel proud of, it is the School of Education. Consequently, we must here doff our hats to those worthy ones who make up the School, the Faculty and the Normal students. Since there could be no school without a Faculty, we take off our hats to them first, and since there could be no school without students, we also doff our hats to the Normal students.As a class, the Normals comprise many sorts of people, from the dignified Senior in her cap and gown to the most roguish little Freshman, no older than some of the upper grade pupils- But in spite of their differences in appearances, there is one common attribute of each and very one. That is their sterling worth. As a class, they are staunch supporters of the Normal school. They stay with their work, no matter what other students may do. In the fall, when Training was beginning, and when the call of the hills was strong, pleasure yet surrendered to duty. In the winter time, when the whistling wind drifted the snow to great depths over the walks, the Normals did not falter. Not they! And in the balmy months, when the hills near the "U" were dotted with sufferers seeking relief from the spring fever, the Normals were busily engaged in inculcating knowledge.With all their love for educational pursuits, however, the social side of their training has not been neglected. At intervals the class has given parties; some rather formal affairs; others, informal "hops'' and candy pulls. One of the most successful of these dances was held one evening at Bountiful.The class leaves the "U" this year to go forth into life capable, confident, faithful to the trust bestowed upon them; and, in so doing, they will not forget their Alma Mater, but remain loyal to their calling, the University and the public, whose servants they are .80 |