Fordham University School of Business - Aries Yearbook (New York, NY)

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William D. White eterans Club City I-Iall The William D. White Veterans Club' was born at Fordham last year to provide spiritual, physical and academic assistance for those of the City Hall division who served their country in the Armed Forces. The organization was named in honor of an illustrious son of Fordham who not only distinguished himself as a leader of men but gave his life for his country. Much of the credit for the present sound footing of the organization goes to our first President, Theodore J. Schimoler, who gave rnuch time and effort to the club's formation. Our thanks and congratulations to Ted and his fellow officers for a job well done. Working diligently the first year, the club drew up and ratified a Constitution and was admitted to the Student Council. Semi-monthly meetings were held to discuss matters of importance to the veterans. On two different occasions, the members attended Masses The wise old men. offered forthe repose of the soul of William D. White. Two successful socials were held and the year was cli- maxed by a wonderful outing, To continue the work started by Ted, we elected Marty Barrett, President, Bill Sullivan, Vice President, Ed Corcoran, Treasurer, and B.obl'Donohue, Secretary, for the year i956-57. This year, we are grateful to have the guidance of Mr. O'Neil, S.J., our faculty adviser. His sage remarks and sound suggestions have guided our every move. ln addition to our regular meetings and the many social activities, the club sponsored a University wide Communion Breakfast, attended by the Vets Clubs from all the schools of the University. We look forward to the continued growth and suc- cess of this organization. Martin J. Barrett President , Front Row: R. Bartkus, G. Connolly, J. Donohue, M. Barrett, F. Callaghan, R. Hester, R. Bittles. Second Row: T. Costello, G. Brady, J. Deady, T. Mahoney, P. Dunleavy. Back Row: .J. Craig, E. Cororan, R, Marone, J. Ryan, J. Connolly. ' - serawt-.s.u za ' . 1 eff

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ii l ll g l of Business Association Sparked by the Fordham University Alumni Federation, the School of Business Alumni Association has undergone a sweeping change that presages the most successful year in the organization's history. After completely overhauling its constitution and fashion- ing it after that of a corporate setup providing for carry-over officers, the association conducted a mail poll of its entire alumni list to determine the makeup of the nine members of the Board of Governors. Each alumnus was asked to approve or disapprove the new constitution and to nominate a candidate for election to the Board of Governors, with each nomination being countersigned by five other School of Business alumni. Close to 400 alumni returned their ballots and approved the constitution by a virtually unanimous vote. As set forth in the constitution, one of the major objectives of the association will be to foster unity, loyalty and growth among School of Business Alumni, to promote interest in the science of Business and to have educational and social meetings. The constitution provides for the election of Board of Gov- ernor's members for a term of three years, one-third of the Board to be elected each year, with no member serving more than two full terms. The first election provides for the elec- tion of three members for a one-year term, three for two years, and three for the full three-year term. Yesterday's students . . . today's business men. Old friends meet. Those were the good old days l86A

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What'll it be-Beethoven or Brubeck? The us The l956-57 year was launched with the election of a new slate of officers. Ken Meeker was elected President, Joe Kelly Vice-President, and Dave Raftery Secretary-Treasurer. The meetings progressed under the supervision of our Moderator, Professor Christian Oehler. As the pendulum swung toward jazz, the influx Professor Christian Oehler Moderator Kenneth Meeker President ic Club of more and more members becameapparent. As 'in- terest grew, the syncopated strains of the jazz masters were dominant at our Thursday meetings. This year's program successfully integrated jazz and the classics to bring about a happy medium. Through the use of guest speakers and open discussions, each of the members received a broader concept and a greater appreciation of the universal language of man, music. Sitting: M. Keenan, D. Raftery, K. Meeker, M. Dahme, J. Quadrino, P. Conklin. Standing: D. Gaydos, A. Kennedy, C. Zangara, D. Wright, N. Lore, T. Wendorff, V. Sabella, P. Lee, R. Hanley, W. Lynch, C. Drakopoulos. J'-1 aww -, . -..-.,, - -V-A-a.,....,.,.., -..-. ...- A ,. ,..... . V