III. Coöperative Activities
School Relations.—The work of this bureau is concerned primarily in assisting
the high school officials of the state in the conduct for educational
purposes of inter-scholastic literary and athletic contests. Certain contests
culminate annually in a final state meet at the University held usually in May.
Theoretically at least those exhibiting the highest literary and athletic talents
come together to match wits and skills.
Medical Extension.—The Extension Division coöperates with the Medical
Society of Virginia in administering under its Department of Clinical and
Medical Education an extension program in the field of medical education.
For over two years interest was centered on instruction in the subject of prenatal
and postnatal care. For this purpose a full-time instructor was retained
who gave lectures and conducted clinics in numerous centers throughout the
state. For the current year the subject of pediatrics is being emphasized.
Special clinicians for brief periods are being engaged.
The purpose is to enlarge the fields of interest and to give similar instruction
in other subjects.
The Division also coöperates with the Department of Medicine of the
University of Virginia in announcing postgraduate clinics for practicing
physicians conducted at the University of Virginia.
Aids to Teachers of Adults.—With the increased interest and attention
to adult education there has come a demand from teachers of adults for advice
and assistance with regard to methods and materials to be used. Advice
is offered on these subjects and, when available, materials are loaned.
More complete announcements concerning each of the above services
will be sent free upon request.
