Georgian Court University - Courtier Yearbook (Lakewood, NJ)

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CHARLES J. KIERNAN “The Purchasing Function as an Area of Particular Significance nd Interest for the College Woman in Industry” was the title of n informal address by Professor Charles J. Kiernan, Chairman of he Department of Economics of the School of Commerce, St. John’s Jniversity. Kappa Pi Sigma and the Business Club shared the spon- orship of this program. Professor Kiernan pointed out that Purchasing is an extremely hallenging field of business activity that in some ways parallels the 1ormal activities of the housewile. The field of Purchasing is espe- ially attractive to the college woman since it is somewhat creative in haracter. The kaleidoscopic nature of the Purchasing Department's finction offers the young college woman entering business the oppor- unity for a career that is both interesting and lucrative. REVEREND JAMES G. SHERMAN, O.S.A. “Tord Jesus, let me know myself, let me know Thee.” This prayer opened the first conference of the Day of Recollection held for the members of the graduating class on May 29. Father Sherman, a noted retreat master and missioner, used this prayer as the theme for his series of conferences, as he pointed out to the seniors ways in which they might be able to draw closer to Christ. Our Blessed Mother's important role as Mediatrix of all graces was also empha- sized by Father. At present Father Sherman is stationed at the Augustinian Academy, Staten Island. 153 ing i REVEREND JEREMIAH M. BRENNAN, M.M. On Monday evening, October 20, Father Jeremiah M. Brennan spoke to the student body concerning the necessity and importance of praying for the missions. A movie was shown depicting the work of the Maryknoll Fathers in Japan and was narrated by Bing Crosby. The movie graphically illustrated the needs, both spiritual and material, of Japan. Father Brennan is stationed at the Maryknoll Junior College, Lakewood. DR. JOSEPH A. MIKUS In February the Forensic Society sponsored a lecture by Dr. Joseph A. Mikus, Slovak author and political analyst. His topic was “Problems of Small States in Central Europe.” Dr, Mikus served in the diplomatic field during and alter World War IL, first under the Slovak Republic and later under the resurrected Czecho-Slovak state. Now residing in Washington, D. C., he is preparing a political history of the Slovak people.

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| Visiting ecturers and RAMON M. ZABARTE The Philippine Cultural Society of New York City presented a program entitled ““Filipiniana’ in November. The program told the story of the Philippines through songs, dances, and a panel discus- sion which drew the program to a close. An exhibit of native Phi- lippine products was made possible through the cooperation of the Philippine Consulate-General of New York City. The Philippine Culture Society is composed of Filipino students in New York and suburbs. Mr. Ramon M. Zabarte, a graduate stu- dent at Columbia University, is president of the Society. REVEREND HENRY WEEKS, O.S.A. | The annual college retreat was conducted by Reverend Henry | Weeks, O.S.A. from the twenty-third to the twenty-seventh of | October. Father Weeks dwelt at great length on the necessity for | a spiritual revolution, for a return of the world to a truly Christ- | centered life. “Deus Caritas est,” Father emphasized. And as we | gradually realize that God is love, we shall grow closer to Him. | Father Weeks is stationed at Villanova College and at present | is engaged in giving a series of retreats and missions. REVEREND GREGORY KEEGAN, M.M. The .necessity for sports in a well-rounded college program was the theme of Father Keegan's address at the Annual Athletic Asso. ciation Banquet. The importance of being a good loser as well a | a good winner was pointed out. Father is Director of Athletics at Maryknoll Junior College. 152

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ithe) eee sere REVEREND EUGENE B. KELLY The reception of the new members into the Sodality of the Blessed Virgin Mary was enriched by the presence of Father Eugene Kelly. In his talk, Father stressed the important and prominent role of woman in the world today. With Mary as their model, all Catholic women should be able to bring about a truly Christian society. Father also emphasized the necessity of a true sense of values . During World War II Father Kelly was a commanding officer in the Sixth Marine Division. After serving in the Pacific, his mili- tary career came to an end in China. Father is now stationed at Christ the King Church in Manville, New Jersey. RICHARD PERRY An informative and enjoyable lecture on Social Security was given by Mr. Richard Perry. The advantages of social security, cligi-. bility for this program, and many more interesting facts were pointed out by the speaker. The lecture was under the joint sponsorship of os as Pi Sigma Honorary Business Fraternity and the Business ub. Mr. Perry is connected with the Asbury Park Office of Social Security. REVEREND ANDREW ANSBRO, CP. On January 15, Father Andrew Ansbro, C.P. gave an inspiring talk on vocations. Our Lord’s words ‘The harvest is great, the laborers few’’ was the theme of his short evening talk. Father Ansbro is the founder and director of Catholic Career Conferences which has its offices in the Catholic Charities Building in Jamaica, New York. The purpose of this organization is to assist youth in discovering a career wherein they can best serve God. Since its foundation eleven years ago, more than two hundred religious vocations have sprung from the Catholic Career Conferences. THE VALLEY FORGE STRING QUARTET The Valley Forge String Quartet composed of Dr. Jeno Donath, Instructor in Choral here at Georgian Court, first violin; Joseph Brodo, second violin; Erwin Groer, viola; and Thomas Elmer, violin- cello; presented an entertaining program of chamber music. Selections included “Notturno,” from the Second String Quartet by Borodin; ‘Marionettes’ by Merle Isaac; “Canzonetta’ from the First String Quartet by Mendelssohn; and Beethoven's String Quar- tet Op. 18, No. 4.