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

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Miss Renata Marie Remy A.B., Hunter College. Associate Professor of English With her intimate knowledge of novels and novelists, and her brilliant personality. Miss Remy is one of the most interesting members of the Faculty. Her deft and vivid treatment of her subject fascinates us and holds us enthralled. However, Miss Remy’s eagerness is some- times checked by the slowness of reaction on the part of the listeners — a condition that impels a trenchant observa- tion upon that curious mental apathy that often takes possession of us all. Then again, she retreats into a sort of mental seclusion from which she looks down upon the passing throng with an amused tolerance. Miss Remy has proved an invaluable addition to our teaching staff. Sister Aquinas A.B., New Rochelle, 1913, New Rochelle, 1918-19; Columbia Uni- versity, 1920; A.M., New Rochelle, 1921; Fordham University, 1921- 25 - ' Associate Professor of English Life, to Sister Aquinas, is a serious affair to be pursued earnestly, but to be freely interspersed with gay moments. Her fun-loving, friendly disposition and unfailing good humor endear her to every student. One is always certain of finding in her a sympathetic, warm-hearted confidante with a ready balm for any difficulty. In her classroom she encourages the struggling, praises the good, and makes everyone a bit more hopeful. As a competent judge of literary ability, Sister Aquinas has succeeded in procuring for the Quarterly a flourishing circulation and a rank among the worthy representatives of college literature. However, her great yearning is for the work of the missionary, and in fostering its impulse she labors with intense devotion and sacrifice. Twelve ,?VTwi : rh rK rh -tv-h ' HHK.-KrH -h -hrHrK7HANrK,rh Av

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Language Miss Mary Edla Tibbits A.B., Barnard College, 1907. Professor of English What a variety of concepts this name brings to the minds of New Rochelle graduates and undergraduates. So closely is it interwoven with our college life that to eliminate it would be impossible. To the Freshmen it means their first contact with college discipline; so for this reason, to many it recalls hours spent in fear and trembling lest they incur dis- pleasure. To the Sophomores come thoughts of hours spent in reading book after book, followed by those when the reports had to be given. However, to the Upperclassmen, Miss Tibbits is a teacher who has helped them extensively in their English pursuits, being herself so vitally interested in this subject. To them she is a personality combining humor, good nature and, above all, a keen sense of fairness. Her criti- cisms are justly given, although at times severe, yet as a result her words of praise are doubly appreciated. Thus, in leaving New Rochelle we leave behind a friend who has aided us in many more than scholastic ways. Grati- tude for this is in the heart of each girl going forth to her new life. John M. Loughran A.B., New York University, 1907; A.M., New York University, 1908; Graduate Student, New York University, 1909 1 5. Professor of English High ideals, that which is best, that which is most beautiful in literature and life — these are the things for which Professor Loughran stands. No matter what course he is giving, the force of Professor Loughran’s personality makes it an inspiration. The “little people” of Gaelic literature become real personages under his magic touch. Robert Frost and John Masefield take on an added interest. Even the course in Methods of Teaching English has a new appeal when discussed by Professor Loughran. He is so whole-heartedly devoted to his work that our interest cannot help but be kindled by the fire of his enthusiasm. Knowing his love for the beautiful in poetry we are not surprised at his interest in music, and we are delighted with the wistful, appealing musical settings which he has created for his favorite poems. The appreciation of good literature which Professor Loughran has given us will never leave us. We shall always feel that the association we have had with him has made us strive for the more beautiful, the better things in life. Eleven 3i - . rT vl rbrh.rh rh rfvhri tTrr, 7 h 7 cv n 7K

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Miss Miriam Little Simons F. F. Mackay, National Conservatory of Dramatic Art, 1 895-1905; Columbia University, 1919-20. Professor of Oral English Miss Simons is a teacher with whom it is a pleasure to work. She makes it so by working with us, and her en- thusiasm is really contagious. Almost without realizing it, we are interested. It makes no difference whether it be a practice lesson in breathing or rehearsing a Shakespearian scene, her interest, puts vitality in the work. Following her example, we get into the spirit of it and forget it is only a class. Her pet hobby is to have our speech, our enunciation, perfect. She is the one who has the task of ridding us of our colloquialisms. Miss Simons is very active in the promotion of any out- side activities concerning Oral English. As one who is always helpful, interested and encouraging in our dramatic efforts, much credit is due her for their success. Miss Nancy Huff Powell B.S., Teachers College and Latin Diploma, 1911; M.A., English, Uni- versity of South Carolina, 1915; M.A., Latin, Columbia University, 19x5; Graduate Student, Columbia University, 1917-21. Professor of Gree Those of us who had the good fortune to elect Miss Powell’s course, realize what a valuable addition she is to our Faculty. Her course is a cultural as well as a practical one, for Miss Powell brings into the classroom all her wealth of wisdom and experience. Her lively interest in classical ci vihzation and archaeology arouses the enthu- siasm of all who come within the spell of her low, musical voice. A woman of charm, intellect and wisdom, Miss Powell is acknowledged by all, a true daughter of the Old South. Thirteen