xt770r9m675n https://exploreuk.uky.edu/dipstest/xt770r9m675n/data/mets.xml University of Kentucky. University Senate University of Kentucky. Faculty Senate Kentucky University of Kentucky. University Senate University of Kentucky. Faculty Senate 1958-03-10  minutes 2004ua061 English   Property rights reside with the University of Kentucky. The University of Kentucky holds the copyright for materials created in the course of business by University of Kentucky employees. Copyright for all other materials has not been assigned to the University of Kentucky. For information about permission to reproduce or publish, please contact the Special Collections Research Center. University of Kentucky. University Senate (Faculty Senate) records Minutes (Records) Universities and colleges -- Faculty University of Kentucky University Senate (Faculty Senate) meeting minutes, March 10, 1958 text University of Kentucky University Senate (Faculty Senate) meeting minutes, March 10, 1958 1958 1958-03-10 2020 true xt770r9m675n section xt770r9m675n    
 
   
   
   
  
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
   
    
  
   
   
   
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
   
 
 
 
    
  
  
 
 
    

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Minutes 3: the University Faculty, March 193 1258

The University Faculty met in the Assembly Room of Lafferty Hall Monday,
m:&110. at 4:00 p.m. President Dickey presided. Members absent were:

y W. Archdeacon. Leo M. Chamberlain, Frank J. Cheek, Jr., Morris Cierley,
Mmmas D. Clark, Lyman V. Ginger, Maurice A. Hatch‘, Drayton T. Kinard, Herbert
L Massey, Sallie E. Pence, 1"rank D. Peterson. David Ravencraft, Helen M. Reed,
Dwis M. Seward, Tarl P. Slone, and Kenneth B. Wright.

The minutes of February 10 were read and approved.

President Dickey made a statement to the Faculty in connection with the
mymfi made to that body on Pebruary 10. by the Faculty-Trustees Committee. He
swned that, through editorial comment. it was apparent that considerable concern
wasfelt because the committee's report did not specifically mention academic
hmedom; that he had made a statement to the press and to a Lexington civic club
imficating his beliefs and feelings on this subject. He read an excerpt from
Ms statement which expressed an interest irxafl.a firm desire to guarantee the
hmedom of faculty members in teaching, research. and as citizens. In addition,
Dn Dickey informed the Faculty that after studying the full text of statements
mfle by Dr. Kammerer, he had receiVed a different impression from that gained
fluough newspaper accounts and that he believed the information on which he
Mmed determination of salaries last year was in error; that he would carefully
fMJow the recommendation of the faculty—Trustees Committee that. "in connection
wifiithe preparation of the l958~59 budget the merit of Dr. Kammerer be restudied
fiwroughly and. if this study indicates merit that has been overlooked, that a
ptper adjustment in salary be made."

Dean White thanked the President for his statement and the University
Famflty voiced its approval with applause.

Resolutions on the death of two faculty members were presented by Dr.
R.D. Haun for Professor Russell S. Grady, and Dr. Dewey G. Steele. for Dean
hmritus Thomas P. Cooper. The Paculty voted that these resolutions be adoPted
mm spread upon the minutes, and that copies be sent to members of the respective
families.

RESOLUTION ON THE DEATH OF RUSSELL S. GRiDY

Russell S. Grady, Associate Professor of Accounting, College of
Commerce, came to the University of Kentucky in 1948 and died January 6. 1958.
He held a Master of Science degree and was a Certified Public Accountant with
a background of experience in public accounting.

Although the close of Professor Grady's life came while he was
comparatively young. he left upon his students and his colleagues the
lasting impression of one who met all circumstances without fear and with
high Purpose. The inherent dignity of his character was softened by his
unfailing sense of humor and his deep understanding of those around him.
Because of his sincere friendliness and his desire to be of help, many
students sought his advice not only regarding their scholastic work but
also in other matters. He gave unstintingly of his time and energies in
Work with student organizations. His contributions to the effective-
ness of both teaching and the accounting profession were of high order.

Professor Grady's passing left with all qu were associated with
him a deep sense of loss. The faculty Of the College of Commerce, there-
f°reo resolves that this resolution be placed in its minutes and transmitted

to the Paculty of the University and that a copy be sent to the family.

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Minutes a: the University Faculty. March 1Q, 1258

Resolution on the Death of Dean Thomas Poe COOper

Dean Emeritus Thomas POe Cooper was born at Pekin, Illinois on Mard12,
1881 the son of James Redford Cooper and Sue Belle Poe Cooper. He died
in Lexington, Kentucky on February 19, 1958 in his 77th year of age.
in his immediate family are his widow, Mrs. Essie Burgan Cooper, whom he
married in 1912, and his daughter, Mrs. Catherine Cooper.Hammond, and two
grandchildren, Thomas Taylor Hammond and Susan Elaine Hammond.

He was awarded the degree of
University of Minnesota in 1908.
attainments, Clemson Agricultural
in 1949 and Berea College in 1952
Doctor of Science;

in 1943.

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture by the
In recognition of his professional

College in 1937, the University of Minnesom
conferred upon him the honorary degree
Georgetown College honored him with the Doctor of Laws

Dean COOper came to the University of Kentucky on January 1, 1918 at
the invitation of the late President Frank L. McVey under whom he had served
at the University of North Dakota. His distinguished service as Dean of
Agriculture, Director of the Agricultural Experiment Station and Director

of the Agricultural Extension Service covered more than 33 years.
one of those years,

University.

During
1940-41, he also served as Acting President of the

He was on leave in the year 1925e26 during which time he served
as Chief of the Bureau of Agricultural Economics of the U.
of Agriculture. The impOsing list of professional services
of, and awards to Dean COOper reveal a life of dedi
fulness.

S. Department
by. activities
cation and great use-
It is particularly fitting to call attention to his distinguished
service in the Association of Land Grant Colleges and Universities which is

without parallel in American education. He also served as a Trustee of
Berea College.

As an administrator, Dean COOper was a keen judge of hum
He also had unusual capacity to grasp problems quickly,
for their solution,

an nature.

to formulate plans
and to direct the thinking and efforts of other people.
That he Was a man of large understanding and sound judgment is widely known;
thOSe who disagreed with him in matters of policy admired him for his fairmms
and integrity. Perhaps, the most evident characteristics radiated by

Dean Cooper were his devotion to duty, his love for the rural peOple of
Kentucky and his zeal for their welfare.

Dean COOper was a man of simple tastes.
possible, he walked to his office;
with flowers and vegetables,
Farm.

modest and friendly. When

he also derived great pleasure in working
and in strolling over the Experiment Station

He found time to attend numerous student affairs. and he never missed
an Opportunity to commend a student for a meritorious accomplishment. He
made provision in his will to recognize in a financial way worthy attainmflfls
in Agriculture and Home Economics. He was also a man of strong religious cmfi
victions, and he rendered faithful service to his church.

In the passing of Thomas POe Cooper,

the College of Agriculture and Home
Economics.

the Agricultural Experiment Station and the Agricultural Extension
Service have lost a beloved Dean and Director; the University has likewise

lost a great servant; those who knew him have lost an esteemed friend and
wise counsellor.

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