Gannon University - Lance Yearbook (Erie, PA)

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Paul K. Adams, History Rev. Paul J. DeSante, English 20 Berta M. Weber, German Rev. Stephen CM. Minkiel, Philosophy

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James M. Brasfield, Political Science John J. Fleming, Psychology CRIMINAL JUSTICE Students Investigate Court Cases Gannon students had an opportunity this year to actively participate in an educational experience sponsored by the Criminal Justice Program. Acting as Erie County Court investigators, the students researched actual court cases to determine whether or not an individual should be released from county jail on probation. Six people were involved in last year's program, and the practical experience they gained remains one of the program's major goals. Although it is similar to police training programs, the Criminal Justice Program, combined with the Core cur- riculum, has given students an increased knowledge in areas outside their field. And the option for further study on a graduate level is a viable possibility. One of the program participants, Cathy Moore, expressed her reaction to working as a court investigator: The experience was an invaluable one. I felt I was contributing posi- tively to the court system. 1 iw Rev. John P.Schanz, Theology Rev. James W. Peterson, Theology 19

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Charles L. Kennedy, Political Science PONTIFICAL CENTER Catechists Trained In Catholic Tradition James R. Kelvington, Philosophy On September 10, 1973, a new pro- gram, designated the Pontifical Center for Catechetical Studies, unfolded as a part of Gannon's expanded academic scope. The dedication ceremony, held in the Learning Resource Center, empha- sized Gannon's responsibility in actively supporting the training of Catholic religion teachers and catechists. As one of only five such centers in the United States, the Pontifical Center has established training programs on both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Reverend Robert J. Levis, Director of the Pontifical Center, summarized Gannon's attitude toward the new program: The college feels that now is the time to witness its fidelity to the continuing stream of Catholic tradition by the estab- lishment of the Pontifical Center. Rev. Cilio L. Dipre, Philosophy 21