| Scope and Method of Study. The purpose of the study was to describe an authentic historical narrative of the School of Health, Physical Education and Leisure (HPEL) at Oklahoma State University from 1900-1992. The historical method was utilized in conducting the research. Much of the information received was obtained from personal interviews with present and former faculty and staff members. Requests for written or tape recorded information was used for those unable to be interviewed. Personal papers (files, letters, etc.) scrapbooks, clippings, School of HPEL annual reports, handbooks and catalogs provided valuable information. Interpretation of the data was expressed in a descriptive style.;Topics presented in the chapters were presented chronologically covering facilities, leadership, curricula and other programs. These chapters were divided into four leadership eras: Gallagher, Kevin, Warner, and Oberle. Events affecting these topics were also discussed.;Findings and Conclusions. From 1900 to 1992, the School of HPEL received leadership from Gallagher, Ellis, Colvin, Kevin, Warner and Oberle. With the emergence of the School came the addition of degree programs in all three areas, and expansion and development of the curriculum. Facility development of the Colvin Center, the Annex, the lighted intramural fields, Camp Redlands, and the Wellness Center allowed the expansion and growth of the faculty and the curriculum.;Students were the driving force behind the development of the facilities. Over the years, assessed fees were the avenue by which these facilities were accomplished. Faculty were the catalysts for curricular development.;Other programs such as extension, intramurals, sports clubs, outdoor adventure, women's athletics, and the Wellness Center contributed to the development of the School of HPEL. Academic programs and Campus Recreation worked enthusiastically together in the School to provide opportunities for the students. |
