Georgian Court University - Courtier Yearbook (Lakewood, NJ)

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Foreword On at least four occasions during his pontificate, while addressing social and civic groups, His Holiness, Pope Pius XII, defined the position of the young Catholic woman in modern society. “The entire problem,” he said, “resolves itself into preserving and aug- menting that dignity which woman has received from God, especially under the conditions prevailing in society today. Never in the history of humanity have events required on the part of woman so much initiative, sense of responsibility, fidelity, moral strength, and so much spirit of sacrifice and endurance.” We have chosen the “Role of the Young Catholic Woman” as described in the Holy Father's addresses as the theme of the 1954 Courtier in order that we might show how the training received at Georgian Court College fits us to accept his challenge. The basis of a woman's answer to this challenge is a solid personal spiritual life. Here at Georgian Court we have acquired an education which enables us to distinguish between truth and error, good and evil, right and injustice. We have become well versed in the liberal arts, and yet prime emphasis has always been given to spiritual and moral values. We have learned to participate intelligently in public affairs, as advocated by His Holiness, as well as to dedi- cate ourselves to God and our neighbor in a Christian home. With the pure sentiments of love and fidelity planted firmly in our souls, we cou- rageously go forth to impart to others the truths that have been given so prodigally to us. Contents Administration . . . 17 Campus Life. . Seniors. . . . . . 3838 Social Life . Undergraduates. . . 14 Athletics Academic Life . . . Advertisements .

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edication Prudent, Gracious, Sympathetic, Benign — these words are but feeble echoes of our dear Sister Mary Placidus. Not poetry nor prose nor profusion of language can describe those attributes which have endeared you, our Dean of Students, to the hearts of all of us. Led ever onward and upward by your virtuous example, we shall always remember the understanding and kindness we experienced under your guidance. In heartfelt gratitude we dedicate this, our life at Georgian Court, to you, dear Sister Mary Placidus.