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School of Mines interests of Idaho receive material aid through the University of M Idaho School of Mines. Training of students in aiding in the discovery and production of minerals is the aim of the school. INI NG
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Dean F. f\. Thomson headed t he school from 1917 unti l the spring of 1928, when he resigned. Following his resignation, Ern est W. E llis, assistant professor of mining and metallurgy, was named as acting dean. He served in this position for five months, then resigned to become metallurgical expert with the Anaconda Copper Mining Company of Montana. Since Professor Ellis' resignation President Kelly has handled all administrative matters for the school pending appointment of a dean . Graduates of the l daho chool of 1ines have been successful in the practical field. i\1ining alumni are filling important positions from Alaska to i\Jexico and from Eastern Canada to ).lew Caledonia. Applied and practical research work can be carried on in the school through irs relations with the State Bureau ofi\ Iines and Geology. i\ lining interests of north ~IRS. INF.Z TRACY Idaho contribute their plants for use as laboratories. Surtlary
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