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The American Scientific Affiliation
VOL 2 NUMBER 3 4 May 1960

CONVENTION PROGRAM

The 1960 ASA convention to be held at Seattle Pacific College August 22-26 is rapidly coming into shape, reports Hendrik J. Oorthuys, Program Committee Chairman. There will be a symposium on "Vitalism vs. Mechanism" in which Walter R. Hearn and John C. Sinclair and about three others (as yet unconfirmed) will participate. Among the several papers in the area of psychology-psychiatry will be one by James Forrester on the contemporary drift toward more dynamic concepts in psychology. Under "Education," Roger J. Voskuyl will present a paper on Christian education in the space age and Peter W. Stoner on scientific apologetics in the Christian College. David Moberg will also have a paper., the subject as yet unannounced. Other features include a paper on neutron-induced mutations by Walter E. Lammerts reporting his recent work in this fascinating area. Herbert Hergert is busy trying to arrange another symposium in the area of Paleo-Botany. The Moody Science film on human sense perception., Windows of the Soul." will be shown at one of the evening sessions open to the public.

To the serious minded here is ample material to woo you to the Pacific Northwest to say nothing of the field trips, the wonderful Christian Fellowship and excellent vacation prospects for the family. Tell the boss or the Dean now what you are expecting in the way of vacation timing and start off with a bouquet of red roses for the wife

TWIN CITIES DOES IT AGAIN

On March 26th the North Central Section of the ASA held another of their "bang-up" meetings that looked like an annual convention to many old-timers mho attended. A total of 81 registered and there were others who attended. Note to National Membership Chairman: 20 of these indicated interest in becoming members of the ASA, with a very slick arrangement with Bethel College Bookstore~ they had a book table which was a focal-point of activity and interest., especially to the local treasurer who cleaned up $19. on the deal. A registration fee of $1.00 was charged all but undergraduates who got in for half price.

Professor Russell L. Mixter, Chairman, Dept. of Biology.9 17heaton College spoke on., "Attitudes of Modern Evolutionists Toward the Christian Faith." Dr. F. Wilmer Larson., psychiatrist., spoke on "Guilt." After these two papers., the audience broke up into small discussion groups over cups of coffee. After this there was a panel discussion on Jan Lever's book, Creation and Evolution. This panel consisted of V. Elving Anderson (Zoology, Bethe1) ,Clyde E. Stipe, (Anthropology, Bethel) and warren Quanbeck (Theology, Luther Theological Seminary). The formal session was then adjourned and those who so desired had dinner together in a local restaurant. The formal session was held in Coffman Memorial Union, University of Minnesota campus. our tribute to North Central! But they haven't done anything our other sections couldn't do if we only had the mind for it.

NEWS AND NOTES

TEACHER PLACEMENT A letter of thanks from S.A. Witmer, Director of the Evangelical Teacher Placement Agency, for the results of t announcement in the last ASA NEWS. He has already received two inquiries which could result in satisfaction of a couple of emergencies in our Christian Colleges. Roy M. Adams) Chairman of the Department of Chemistry of Geneva College, Beaver Falls~ Pennsylvania, reports to Secretary Hearn that they are looking for. a man for their biology staff. Robert E. Williams., member of the science faculty of a large high school, would like to teach in a Christian College (or other) this summer. He has an M.Ed. from Penn State and is about half way through a doctoral program in science education at that school. He feels qualified to handle either general education or general science survey courses. Any takers? Here is a good chance for a college to try out a teacher before he gets his Ph.D. and get its bid in early for a permanent addition to its staff. 7Trite to him at 634 Louisa Street., Williamsport., Pennsylvania. BRAINSTORIZ Of course the Executive Council called it a "planning Commission,," but this is just a thin veil for "Brainstorm Trust." Whatever the name., the job tossed to Henry D. Weaver, Jr. (Chairman) is important and far-reaching dealing as it does with future projects for the ASA. The general idea is to work toward specific organization of various projects such as "evangelism among scientists." "assistance to Christian undergraduates," "Sunday-School Literature," etc. The members of the ASA are invited to send any ideas of proposed suitable projects to Dr. Weaver, Goshen College.. Goshen, Indiana. Other members of the Commission representing various disciplines are: Alfred C. Eckert., Robert B. Fisher., C. Douglas Young., Charles E. Hummel and David Busby. EXECUTIVE COUNCIL NEETS The Executive Council scheduled their March 26th meeting in time and space so that council members were able to attend the North Central Section meeting described above. They met in the Faculty Lounge of Bethel College at 9:30 AM and continued through lunch until time for the Section program. Those present: Dr. H. Harold Hartzler, President of the ASA, Dr. Walter R. Hearn, Secretary-Treasurer Dr. J. Frank Cassel ' newly elected council member, and Delbert N. Eggenberger., editor of the journal of the ASA. Vice-President, Dr. Henry D. Weaver and Dr. Wilbur L. Bullock were unable to attend. TOO MANY "SECRETARIES" Confusion between the elected Secretary-Treasurer and Mrs. Merton H. Pubols who has acted as secretary (small "s") for several years has been resolved by designating Mrs. Pubols as Business Manager." No matter what you call her, she is an important cog in the ASA machinery. STUDENT CHAPTERS An inquiry from Pasadena College has caused considerable discussion concerning the possibility of establishing student chapters. It was decided rather to encourage the formation of regular local sections wherever there are ten Fellows or Members under the present provisions of the By-Laws. CHICAGO FEDERATION MEETING The meeting of the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology held in Chicago April 11-15, was attended by a number of ASA members. Seven members and two prospective members met for dinner on April 12. They discussed future areas of service for the ASA, particularly on the college campus. Three persons unable to attend this dinner met on April 13th for dinner and discussion of ASA affairs. 1961 CONVENTION SITE Someone might justifiably ask, "Why worry about the 1961 convention now, we haven't even had the 1960 convention yet. However, it takes much planning and it is the policy of this rag to keep the membership informed. The Executive Council has voted to accept the invitation of Houghton College, Houghton, New York., to hold the annual convention on their campus during the summer of 1961. This would normally locate the convention at some Midwest site for 1962. Dr. Hartzler will be happy to receive invitations. CHANGE IN JOURNAL PUBLISHER In case you have noticed how late the ASA JOURNAL usually arrives on your desk, let it be said that Editor Eggerberger is not to blame. just to prove this point the June Issue will be printed by a new publisher) The Mennonite Publishing House, Scottdale, Penna. The very favorable price of the present publisher will continue, and most important, the work will be done much faster. For the first time. the Editor has hops of getting the June issue out in JUNE! REMINDER. The Journal deadline for final manuscripts is the first of the month preceding the month of issue; for example, May 1 for the June issue. EDITORIAL BOARD APFOINTED The Executive Council at their March 26th meeting decided to support our harried Editor by appointing an Editorial Board whom he could call upon for assistance and who would recommend JOURNAL policies to the Executive Council. The following have been appointed: Hendrik J. Oorthuys (Book Review Editor)) John A, MacIntyre, David 0. Moberg, Robert F. DeHaan, Cordelia Barber, Lawrence H. Starkey. The Editor of the Journal, Delbert N. Eggenberger is to be the Chairman of the Editorial Board. Charged with the responsibility of nominating two Fellows as candidates for election to the Executive Council for 1961 and to report to the Seattle, Convention) the following have been appointed by the Executive Council: John R. Howitt (Chairman). Peter W. Stoner, Lawrence H. Starkey. STORY OF ASA Back in 1941 a brochure., "The Story of the ASA, was published to tell prospective members about the aims and purposes of the ASA. This booklet has served well through a number of revisions and another revision has just been requested by the Executive Council. This time it will be in a format that will fit into a standard business envelope, a mighty smart move. DUES DUN DELAYED Because of the re-classification of members according to the new constitution, the mailing of the annual dues announcement was delayed. Remember that gifts over and above the stated amount are urgently needed and that they are deductible on your income tax report. EVOLUTION AND CHRISTIAN THOUGHT TODAY Wm. B. Eerdmans., publisher of the new book on evolution edited by Russell L, Mixter, reports the book has been selling very well. They report a number of textbook adoptions in the making and the possibility of being selected by the Evangelical Book Club. A thousand sets of sheets have been sold to Paternoster Press of London. Several hundred copies have been sold through the ASA. This is your chance to get your copies of this $4.50 book for $2.95 postpaid ($3.07 to Canada) through Mrs. Merton H. Pubols, Business Manager) 214-9 Halsey Drive, West Lafayette, Indiana. Incidentally, you have an opportunity to promote this book by suggesting or submitting reviews to your denominational papers. INDIANA SECTION MEETING About 20 ASA members met at Huntington College., Huntington., Indiana on Saturday afternoon., May 7 for a meeting entitled IlFree Will and Determinism1l. Dr. James Danehy, University of Notre Dame spoke on "A Biochemical Approach," and Dr. Laurence Burkholder, Goshen College spoke on "A Theological and Philosophical Approach." A general discussion followed. The meeting was adjourned and after informal fellowship, dinner, arranged by Professor Dean H. Garrison, was served to the group compliments of Huntington College. LOS ANGELES SECTION MEETING The Los Angeles Section has scheduled Saturday afternoon and evening sessions for May,4th., according to Kermit 0. Ratzlaff, local Chairman. This meeting will be held on the campus of the Los Angeles Pacific College. Marvin Darsie will chair a panel discussion on "Hypnosis" assisted by John M61,6nnan and Franklin Ellis. Another panel is scheduled on "Vitalism vs. Mechanism", reflecting the theme of the coming annual convention. John Sinclair will speak on "Dualism", Robert Frost will consider the subject from the stand, of the biologist and John Abernethy from the chemist's point of view. Another portion of the meeting will be concerned with reviews of Evolution and Christian Thought Today, participated in by George Howe, Robert Sanders and Oliver Titrud. Detailed report in the next issue. ASA PERSONALITIES Ian J. Tinsley of Oregon State College is one of the project leaders and recipients of a $54,271 research grant from the National Institute of Health. This Chemistry Department study of the metabolism of food additives is covered for three years by this grant. Dr. Tinsley attended the April Federation meeting in Chicago. Norvell L. Peterson recently chaired a discussion on the theme, "Psychiatrist and Psychologist in Christian Perspective" at a meeting of the Christian Association of Psychological Studies in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The expected arrival of a fifth child in the Peterson household was taken in stride. Frank Houser is at Whitworth College, Spokane, Washington, and is writing on his Ph.D. dissertation for Columbia University. James 0. Buswell, III is also working toward his Ph.D. at Columbia University. Paul Wright, Chairman of the Department of Chemistry, Wheaton College) will be director of the Black Hills Science Station of that institution this summer and will teach geology. For the, past three summers he has engaged in research at the Argonne National Laboratories and has served as consultant for them for two years. Brian P. Sutherland still manages to stay North of the Canadian line but he has shifted his location about 3,000 miles to Montreal. He is with Consolidated Mining and Smelting Co.3 Ltd., and his address is P.O. Box 1030, Place dl Armes. Robert D. Hunsucker is research assistant with the Geophysical Institute at the University of Alaska. He is engaged in ionospheric physics research and radio propagation studies and would like to Set in touch with other ASA members interested in these fields. John L. Abernethy has moved from California State Polytechnic College to the University of California at Los Angeles. He recently read a paper, "Multipurposed Variations of Substituents Attached to an Amino Group in Papain-Catalyzed Synthesis of Amide-Like Compounds" at a seminar at the Medical Center. ASA NEWS motto for the month: "There are other ways for the editor to get the information, but it will be a lot straighter if it comes from you." Executive Council of the ASA H. Harold Hartzler3 President Henry D. Weaver, Jr., Vice-President Walter R. Hearn, Secretary-Treasurer Wilbur L. Bullock J. Frank, Cassel D. N. Eggenberger., Editor., Journal of the ASA ASA NEWS EDITOR F. Alton Everest 947 Stanford Street Santa Monica,, California