Fordham University School of Education - Grail Yearbook (New York, NY)

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JOHN ROCHE Major: History. Min0r:,Social Studies. Degree: B.S. in Edu- cation. Arfizfifierz Sodality 1, 2, 3, Li, History Club: Rams: Student Council: Writ Memorial: Class Officer: Secretary, '47. The phrase a gentleman and a scholarf must have been coined to describe john. His courtly demeanor and quiet de- pendability mark him as an asset to any group: no less out- standing is his high scholastic ranking. Everyone agrees that when a difficult task must be done, and done well, John is a logical candidate for the job. SERAFINA ROMEO fMrs. Altmannj Major: Biology. Minor: Biology. Degree: B.S. Arrizfilier: French Clubg Sodality 1, 2, 55 Science Club. Sa is our first bride. She handles sewing and psychology, cooking and cosmology, housekeeping and histology with equal dexterity. In the midst of this welter of activity she re- mains calm and equable, as only a contented woman can be. ANN P. ROSSI Major: Mathematics. Minor: Speech. Degree: B.S. Arfizfiliex: Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4: Curved Horn Staff: Mahdrofs: Math Clubg Weir Memorial Drive 3 Grail Staff. Ann can always be relied upon to act with integrity and con- viction. Her elliciency as Business Manager of the Grail has won our admiration. Her gift of common sense and her spon- taneous humor has brightened many a dull hour of hard work. RICHARD C. RUGGLES Major: Social Studies. rlflilzorz History. Degree: B.S. Dick's conscientiousness, his unflagging interest and his cor- diality are constant. His mind is keen and his observations are clear and direct. 57

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LAURA PYNE Majo1': Social Studies. Minor: Speech. Degree: B.S. Adi:-'ilieft Sodality 1, 2, 3, ig Glee Club g French Clubg Mahd- rofsg History Club. Laura is demure as a Watteatu model, placid as a lullaby, lis- some as a premiere ballerina. Softspoken, affable, she goes her unhurried way, scorning all affectation. Her complete naturalness enhances a personality unusual for its sweet sim- plicity. FRANCIS REDMOND Major: Education. Iliinorz Mathematics. Degree: B.S. in Edu- cation. Frank breathes the air of a well-ordered existence. There is an element of propriety in his thought, his manner, and his dress. He has a lively interest in current affairs. His personality is immediately impressive. LEONA T. Rizzo Major: Biology. Minor: Art. Degree: B.S. Actizfirierz French Clubg Mimes and Mummersg Science Clubg Sodality 1, 2. In Lee, we find the creative powers of the artist and the prac- ticality of the scientist. She has completed six months of grad- uate work. Her ambition and enthusiasm makes her a vibrant and delightful personality. ARLENE ROBINSON Major: History. Minor: Social Studies. Degree: B.S. in Edu- cation. Arlene works with determination and enjoyment. One need not search too diligently to detect the dry wit and the intense loyalty that are part of her nature. Wlien she brings these qualities to the classroom as a teacher, those under her guid- ance will undoubtedly benefit intellectually and psychological- ly, from the experience, 36

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WILLIAM B. RYAN Major: Social Studies. Minor: Economics. Degree: B.S. In his quiet, unassuming way, Bill has won many friends. He thinks clearly and deliberately and finds enjoyment in the simple things of life. HELEN SCANLON Major: Mathematics. Minor: Physics. Degree: B.S. Artizfiiiexz Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4: Math Clubg French Club. Helen has the innocent gaiety of a Botticelli cherub and the shy grace of a faery queen. She has a quiet and shining re- finement unhampered by the pharisaical pretense. Her capacity for making and keeping friends is legendary, her loyalty to those friends, unique. JULIAN SCAVETTA Major: Social Studies. Minor: History. Degree: B.S. Aciizfitierz E.S.O. His temperament and disposition are as smooth running and as capably controlled as the Panama Clipper schedule. His humor is a quiet one that finds its expression in a gentle laugh. MARION SCHLINKERT Major: Social Studies. Degree: B.S. With an easy manner and pleasant smile Marion has the happy faculty for making friends. This side of her nature combines with her well trained mind to make her temperament even and her personality vital. I 38