College of New Rochelle - Annales Yearbook (New Rochelle, NY)

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F. DeFrance Litt.B., University of Poitiers; L.L.M., University of Paris Professor of French Literature It is difficult to picture in a few words the many admirable qualities of Professor Defrance. Duty is his foremost thought. His very actions instil this ideal into the hearts of his pupils. Prompt and strict attention to work and a whole-hearted interest in his subject do not fail to bring unusual results. To hear him speak is a lesson in itself. His eloquence makes us understand the beauty and art of the French language. Serious moods are often relieved by a delicate and gentle humor. The Faculty and students have found in Professor Defrance an ideal instructor. Maximilian von der Porten Berlin, Lausanne, Heidelberg, 1887-1902; Ph.D., Heidelberg, 1902; Romance Languages and Philology, University of Paris, 1902-1905; Oriental Languages and Literature, Vien na and Budapest, 1906-1907. Professor of Romance Languages A gentleman of courtly and courteous demeanor, bespeaking profound culture and learning, briefly depicts Professor von der Porten. To the casual observer, he is aloof, even rather unapproachable, but to those students who are fortunate enough to be enrolled in his classes, he is decidedly sympathetic, sincerely interested in their efforts and kindly solici- tous for their welfare. He teaches with an earnestness that is all-absorbing, putting his whole-hearted efforts into the endeavor of bringing forth in his pupil the best results. New Rochelle is proud to be able to inscribe on her Faculty banner the name of a man of such high ideals and rare ability. Fifteen , fftw L a 7 ANNALES Language

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Fourteen Language Philippe de la Rochelle Litt. B., St. Hyacinthe; Harvard, 1894-95; Instructor, Ro- mance Languages and Literature, University of Pennsylvania, 1905-12; Columbia, 1913-23 : Membre de la Societe Nationale de Professeurs de Franchise ; Member of the Modern Language Association of America; Member of the Harvard Law School Club. Professor of French One cannot classify Professor de la Rochelle as a type, for he is singularly an individual. He has a personality all his own; a combination of the jovial and the sincere. It is the charm of his vivid pre- sentation of ideas that makes his lectures so inter- esting. He is unquestionably a master of his native language. His easy and natural interpretations make the intricacies of French idioms and proverbs dis- appear. We will always think of him as the perfect gentleman. He has won our friendship for his interest in our college, and our admiration for his broadmindedness, brilliancy and general superiority of character. Professor Louis Campos College of the Escolapios Pamplona, 1898-1901; Yrache, 1901-06; College of St. Paul, Angouleme, 1908-10. Professor of Spanish High ideals are the keynote to Professor Campos’ character. Constancy to these ideals commands the respect of all. As an exponent of Spanish thoughts and ideas, he promotes a lively interest in his subject. Emphasis on important factors gives a definite back- ground, most essential to the acquirement of skill in modern languages. One of his finest qualities is his absolute sincerity. His democracy is worthy of high praise. Fair to others, he expects fairness in return. Such dominant characteristics cannot fail to win the admiration of Faculty and students. ANN ALES

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Language Sister Marie de Lourdes A.B., New Rochelle, 1924. Instructor in French, Although Sister Marie de Lourdes has only re- cently become a member of our Faculty, still we feel that we know her. Quiet in her manner, sweet and tranquil in her nature, and of a pleasing disposition, she has won the friendship of many. In her in- struction in the French language, she appeals to the aesthetic element rather than the practical, and brings out the beauty and soft tones of the speech of that country. Capable of an intensity and earnest- ness that all admire and few can emulate, she also possesses that innate quality that draws people to her in close friendship, and through her sincerity she has endeared herself to many. August Steitz A. B., New York University, 1905 ; A.M., Yale, 1906; Columbia, 1906-1910; Research Scholar, Germany, 1912-1913; Ph D., New York University, 1914. Professor of German “Machen Sie das Buch zu” — who, of Professor Steitz’ classes, does not remember that? Then, to make it clearer, ’‘Close the book a little,” — and a little they are generally closed. Although his patience is often severely tried, the professor almost invari- ably remains imperturbable and kindly of manner. He drags us through “Tell” and other classics, and although he must often wince at our mangling of the translation, he bears up nobly to all outward appearances. It is with sincere regret that we leave him, for the professor has the knack of making his classes interesting and amusing. He has a dry humor which keeps things lively, and in spite of the fact that we often disagree with him, for instance, as to the respective merits of German and American writers, we enjoy our little debates immensely. Sixteen