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literature. Tlie journsils that arc received are assi^^ned to each student- 
officer, and it is his duty to present a critical review of ini[M)rtant 
articles which he reads. We have found this an adniiral)le phin for 
keeping thoroughly abreast with the large aniount of literatim* con- 
stantly appearing, as well as a stimulus to thought and work. 
In connection with this literary work each student-officer is encour- 
aired to familiarize himself thoroughlv with the use of the librarv facil- 
ities in Washington, in which this city oti'ers unexcelled opportunities. 
After the student-officer has been in the laboratory several months 
and has thoroughly acipiainted himself with the necessary techni(pie, 
opportunity is given him to assist with the work of the lalioratorv, 
and every encouragement is otiered to work out original ])rol)iems of 
his own. 
The classes have been small, thus allowing for the individual e(iuation 
of each student-officer, as well as a maximum of personal attention. 
