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...Harvard and Radcliffe Fine Arts concentrators, calling themselves a "committee representing interested students," last night issued a statement urging reconsideration of the non-reappointment of Robin D. Feild '30, assistant professor of Fine Arts, and demanding "clarification for the undergraduates" of the department's policy...
...committee did not say whether or not it plans to circulate a petition asking reconsideration of Feild's dismissal...
...Spontaneous student concern was manifested when it was learned that Robin Feild had not been reappointed. Students recognized this as a vital issue immediately concerning them, which necessitates action. The students hope that the Fine Arts Department will continue to allow a diversified approach to the study of Fine Arts. We also hope that the Fine Arts Department will live up to our expectations by reconsidering its action concerning the non-reappointment of Mr. Feild...
...Feild is invaluable to the department because he fulfills student needs--he makes them think and like it. He integrates the historical information with modern problems through his courses and tutorial. Fine Arts 2D develops the sensibilities through a practical application in materials which heightens appreciation and understanding of Fine Arts...
Some excuse can be made for the Fine Arts Department action in dismissing Feild in that it must use the University's tenure system. But Feild was unique in his attitude toward the subject which he taught, which is shown by his great popularity, and the "progressive" courses he gave evidently filled a need in a moribund department, out of touch with present realities. It is doubtful if his shoes will be filled and his work continued since the sun withered him in this soil and showed it was barren. A good idea and a good man are lost...