Archbishop Ryan High School for Boys - Arrow Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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William O’Neil: William O’Neil is a person who values both academic and more relaxing acitvities as well. Here at his alma mater, he has been a member of the baseball team and has also played intra-mural basketball. Having enjoyed his years at Ryan tremendously, Bill will miss his days here. Intending to broaden his knowledge. Bill will continue his education through Law School. F atrick Nugent: Patrick Nugent is a person who helped make Ryan a better place for all of us. Through his hard work in the Student Council, of which he was President, the National Honor Society as Vice-President, the Prom Committees, Liturgy Committees, and the Booster Club, he led the way in involvement. He also played basketball and was on the Swim Team. In thinking about the future, he plans to attend St. Joseph’s College and study pre-med. Being a pediatrician is the career he has in mind. Pat is sad to leave Ryan because he feels that it was a great experience for him. Michael Rudewicz: Looking ahead toward the future, Michael Rudewicz wants to take up engineering at Drcxcl and later work as a civil engineer. He likes math, physics, and chemistry. Being athletically inclined, Mike has played baseball for Ryan and also enjoys some basketball. He is glad to have received a Catholic education in the “best school in the city,” and feels it was worth it. Mike believes you should, “Do everything you want to do and have a good time at it.” Bruce Ruggcri: Being dedicated, Bruce Ruggeri has given of himself to help make Ryan a better community. Participating in activities like the German Club, National Honor Society, Raiderscopc, Arrow, T.V. Studio, Liturgy Committees, and serving as a library aide, he made friends Anthony Somma and expanded his growth. Bruce plans to attend LaSalle College where he will concentrate on biology. Fish, astronomy, gardening, designing, and reading scientific magazines represent some of his interests. In reflecting on his years at Ryan, Bruce feels they were a worthwhile experience filled with many good times as well as difficult ones. He hopes that he is prepared for the future. Anthony Somma: Appreciative of his days of learning here at Ryan, Anthony Somma says, “I feel that my four years at Ryan were great. I enjoyed myself, met a lot of people, and had a good time. I feel that the courses 1 have taken have prepared me well for the future.” Anthony desires to expand his educational perspective by becoming an accounting major at Drexel University. Joseph Thomas: Chemistry, physics, and sociology being his chief academic interests, Joseph Thomas intends to go on to King’s College in Wilkes-Barre to major in criminal justice. Someday he would like to work either for the police force or the government. At Ryan, Joe had the responsibility of being typing editor for the Raiderscope. He also enjoys bowling, hockey, and chess in his spare time. Talking about Ryan, Joe says that his years here were the best he ever had, and he received a lot of help from teachers and students. He hopes Ryan will continue the same quality of education always. Robert Vcrdonc: Robert Vcrdonc has devoted a lot of time to his studies and activities at Ryan. Finding his studies challenging. Bob enjoyed the sciences, math, and psychology. Bob is optimistic about going to college and meeting new people. There he plans to major in pre-med with the hopes of becoming a doctor. An active person. Bob has served on the Student Council, Prom Committees, Joseph Thomas Robert Vcrdonc 90

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Miroslaw Gardyasz Steven Gcib Honor Society. Miro also enjoyed working out with the Judo Club. Photography, models, stamps, post cards, and reading science fiction are his popular interests. Majoring in biology at LaSalle College with a possible career in marine biology are his future aspirations. “1 am happy to have made so many new friends here. All my teachers have helped me with their friendship and kindness.” Steven Geib: People like Steven Gcib are a real credit to Ryan. An active individual, he has participated in the Chess Club, National Honor Society, German Club as President, Raiderscopc, Tau Club, World Affairs Council, Human Relations, Chemistry Lab Aide, and was the Editor-in- Chief of the 1977 Arrow. He also acted in the last three school plays. Steve enjoys math, chemistry and biology. Intending to further his education, he plans to major in chemistry and then enter into research. Some of his other interests are camping, fishing and sports. “I received a lot out of the school community at Ryan both academically and socially.” James Hession has enjoyed his four years at Ryan and values the knowledge he has gained through studies and other people at Ryan. Jim is a person of diversified interests, having been involved in the Chess Club, the Raiderscopc, and the Art Club. Outside of school, he is involved in such pursuits as bowling, golf, and archery. His future plans include the study of architecture in college. William Leventon: William Lcventon likes chess, coin collecting, stamps, and all sports. His favorite academic area is psychology which he finds interesting and different. In the future, Bill plans to go on to college and major in either finance or civil engineering. Looking back at his years at Robert Malkowski Michael McEachcrn James Hession William Lcventon Ryan, Bill feels that they have been a good experience, although there were some rough spots along the way. ”1 think that anybody who wants to receive a good education at Ryan could receive it because it is available.” Robert Malkowski has been an excellent runner on the track and cross-country teams and has been an active participant in Student Council the Booster Club, German Club, and also elected a member of the National Honor Society. He has shown a lot of school spirit. “I think Ryan is the best school in Philadelphia. Ryan offers a chance for a very good education, not just academically, as there is much that can be learned from the great diversity of people here at Ryan.” Bob plans to study engineering in college and he is considering continuing his track career in college. Michael McEachcrn: Learning how to navigate an airplane is Michael McEachern’s current plan for the future, and entering the Air Force Academy is a start in the right direction. Sociology and the sciences, especially physics, are among Mike’s academic interests. Being an active individual, he has served on the Student Council, the Appeals Board, Prom Committees, played football all four years as offensive guard, and participated in community service. A very sociable person, Mike also enjoys horseback riding and skiing. He has enjoyed his years at Ryan and feels that they have made him a better person. John O’Brien: History is one of John O’Brien’s main interests and he plans to concentrate on this area in college. Working at a job in a Ncshaminy Mall Thrift Store has kept him busy throughout the year. Some of his other interests are chess and reading fiction. John feels that Ryan has helped to prepare him for college and a future career. Also, it has helped him to grow. John O'Brien 89

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SENIOR STANDOUTS World Affairs Council, Ping Pong Club, and played football. Some of his hobbies include weightlifting, camping, and skiing. “1 lived so close to Ryan and spent so much time there that it was like a second home to me.” Michael Cocco, our former news editor of the Raider-scope, is a friendly person who likes to help out in a variety of activities. He was the President of the World Affairs Council, served on the Bicentennial Committee, Liturgy Committee for the Ring Mass, and Human Relations Committee. Mike wants to advance his studies at college in accounting. He hopes to graduate as a public accountant. He enjoys listening to music as well as reading good books. ”1 will miss all the people here at Ryan who were my friends.” William Donahue: Aside from being an active participant in Ryan’s baseball program, William Donahue has gladly given his service to the Counseling Center, Senior Prom Committee, and as an aide to Father Stan’s Office. When questioned about his future plans, Billy said that he hoped to become a member of cither the Air Force or the Police Department. He also would like to repay all of the kindness and help he has received from the people at Ryan. “I am proud to have been a part of Ryan.” Daniel Donnelly: Throughout his years here, Daniel Donnelly has donated a lot of his time to Ryan and by doing so, he exemplified the true Ryan spirit. Being the Secretary of the Student Council, President of the Appeals Board, member of the Booster Club, Prom Committees, Liturgy Committees, track team, playing football and intra-mural basketball, represent the many activities in which he participated. Entering Kutztown College to major in criminal justice with the hopes of later joining the F. B. I., are Daniel Donnelly Donald Factor Dan’s current future plans. “I feel my four years at Ryan were socially and academically fulfilling to me as a person.” Donald Factor has served in Student Council and played an active role in the World Affairs Council. Don has also been a member of Ryan’s Judo Club, the Raiderscope, and the Ping Pong Club he helped establish. In reflecting on his high school years, Don responded, “I’ve tried to get the most from high school life by taking an active role in as many activities as possible to benefit others as well as myself. I believe in being honest with your fellow students, your teachers, and yourself. I’ve certainly tried to do so.” Daniel Farnan: Being a very helpful and friendly person, Dan Farnan has given his helping hand to such activities as the Band, Senior Prom Committee, the Eucharistic Congress, Activities Office, “Search” Program, “Operation Treat,” and the Graduation Mass. Dan is grateful to Ryan for showing him how to make friends and for giving him an attitude of kindness and charity toward all people whom he met. He is looking forward to entering the Air Force in hopes of qualifying for their band and pursuing his lifetime goal in a music career. John Gallagher: An outstanding football athlete, John has also donated his talents to a wide array of activities here at Ryan. He played baseball, served as a Student Council delegate, participated in both Junior and Senior Prom Committees, Liturgy Committees, and played music for various school Masses. Looking toward the future, John plans to attend LaSalle College. Football, softball, and music represent some of his outside interests. He is learning to play the guitar and is an accomplished vocalist. John made a lot of friends here and feels Ryan has helped him develop his talents to the fullest. Daniel Farnan John Gallagher 91