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college. Less time should be devoted to the dry bones of Greek and Latin grammar, to the subtleties of philosophies and other subjects dealing in words and abstractions; and more to sociology. If this object is to be accomplished, sociology must, however, guard against becoming a mere adjunct to philanthropy and charitable institutions on the one hand, and against too numerous abstractions and discussion of authorities on the other. It must deal with living questions in a broad way, and gradually arrange the principles derived in systematic form."

Professor Nauman (History and Sociology), Northwestern College: "A new chair — ^political and social sciences — has been provided for next year, and the hours for sociology will be increased."

Mr. Diebler (Economics), Northwestern University: "We are pro- ceeding upon the theory that there is a fairly clear line of division between practical or applied sociology and theoretical sociology. We hope to expand our work in the near future along both of these lines until we shall have at least the equivalent of the full time of one man devoted to the subject of sociology. It is my private opinion that sociology should be built upon a knowledge of economics."

Professor Wolfe (Economics and Sociology), Oberlin College: "I look for increased interest in both theoretical and practical sociology in Oberlin. We are handicapped by lack of teaching force in this department. As soon as this can be secured more courses will be offered. I do not think the college need give much attention to methodology, nor need it insist that sociology is a science. It needs merely to insist that society be viewed with the 'open mind.' "

Professor Hagerty (Economics and Sociology), Ohio State University: "Registrations in courses in sociology increasing rapidly. Sociology prom- ises to be one of the most attractive branches of study here; 112 registrations in a college of about 750 students represents much in the way of progress. Opportunity of securing training in practical social work is attracting many."

Professor Miller, Olivet College : "Four years ago there were seven in sociology, now forty. Elementary course one of the most popular given. It is hoped to add correlated courses in political science, and have more lectures from away. Several are secured each year now."

President Holler, Oriental University: "Our course on 'Social prob- lems in the United States" appears to become very popular among gradu- ate students, ministers, physicians, etc. 'Theomonistic Socialism' founded on my Themonistic Theology will in time embody all that I personally regard as most salutary and genuinely Christian in sociology and socialism. Theomonism regards Christ as the true mediator, a mesocosm, neither macrocosm, nor microcosm, thus : themonism is neither trinitarianism, nor