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

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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

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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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Mark Francis Thomas A. Garlick Daniel Malloy: It is difficult to mention all of the time and hard work that Dan has devoted in service to Ryan. Vice-President of the Student Council, he was also on the Raiderscope, Prom Committees, T.V. Studio, Tennis Team, Booster Club, Appeals Board, Liturgy Committee, and President of the Naitonal Honor Society. Dan wants to continue his education at college and then on to I.aw School with a possible career in politics. His other interests are community service, tennis, journalism, broadcasting, and working with young children. “My years at Ryan have helped me to mature as a person and gave me the opportunity to find myself.” Thomas McNulty: A smiling, friendly person, Tom was truly an active, all-around individual throughout his years at Ryan. A star Basketball player, he also played football and participated in the Prom Committees, Student Council, and the Booster Club. LaSalle College is the future horizon he currently plans to follow, where he will be a business major. Tom enjoyed his education at Ryan and he feels that he learned a great deal. John McRae: A jolly, helpful person, John was involved in the Senior Prom Committee, yearbook, Student Store, Ping Pong Club, and intra-murals. Being asked about what he received from Ryan, John responded by saying that he got a great education and met many new friends. Also, Ryan uplifted his attitudes toward other people. Embarking on his future path, John will enter into college and major in commercial arts. Someday he would like to start his own business. Having diversified interests, John likes ice hockey, modern art, and music. Mark Francis: Vice-President of the World Affairs Council, Associate News Editor for the Raiderscope, and basketball manager represent the distinguished positions of service which Mark Francis held here at Ryan. He also ran track and played intra-mural basketball. Human Relations Committee and the yearbook were likewise among his activities. Drexcl University is the next step in Mark’s Daniel Malloy Thomas P. Garlick Kevin Glaccum future. He plans to study computer science and someday get a job with the government. Mark likes music, guitar playing and sports. “Although I’m looking forward to college, I know I’m going to miss it here.” Thomas A. Garlick has been a member of Student Council. In addition, he served on the Appeals Board, the Prom Committee, and helped in the “Operation Treat” Program. Tom has gained considerable athletic recognition. He has played football, baseball, and basketball. Throughout his four years of high school, Tom has also been in the Ping Pong and Polish Clubs, as well as member of the Raiderscope staff. Tom has always felt at home at Ryan just being among his classmates and teachers. He has aspirations for a future career in social work and rehabilitation. Thomas P. Garlick: Tom has served on Student Council and the Senior Prom Committee, and has frequently visited and worked with orphans in the surrounding area. He was also a member of the Polish Club and Liturgy Committee, and has displayed his musical talent at various school liturgies. Tom enjoys working with people. He hopes to obtain a Ph.D in psychology and establish his own clinic. In addition to his humanitarian interests, Tom is a true outdoorsman. Fishing, swimming, water and snow skiing, and travel are his popular pastimes. Tom liked Ryan and believes there’s a lot of harmony between students; a sense of brotherhood. Kevin Glaccum: Kevin has participated in many activities here at Ryan such as the German Club, World Affairs Council, Arrow, of which he was Layout Editor, National Honor Society as Secretary, Senior Prom Committee, and Student Council. Kevin desires to attend Temple University and study communications. Photography, film, community service, concerts, and travel are some of his interests. Remembering his years at Ryan, Kevin says, “My years at Ryan have been good ones and the memories will stay with me always. I’m sure the education I’ve received Thomas McNulty John McRae 92