La Salle University - Explorer Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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DEBATING SOCIETY ST. JOHN FISHER CLUB The foremost accomplishment of the de- baters was the winning of the Philadelphia Forensic League title in their first year of league competition. Hard hit by the loss of last year ' s regulars to the alumni and army, the society, under the earnest coaching of Mr. Joseph Flubacher, produced a team that defeated St. Joseph ' s to gain the champion- ship. Jim Kennedy occupied the presidency of the society. La Salle ' s most newly-formed organization is a composite one, combining the Social Sciences of Sociology, History, Economics, Education, and Political Science. The club was formed largely through the efforts of Brother Augustine. Senior, Bob Adams, was elected President of the society. At its weekly meetings, guest speakers ore invited to at- tend and discussions are held on current affairs relating to Catholic Action.

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ki m00 LE CERCLE FRANCAIS One of the less active organizations at La Salle, the French Club has, nevertheless, managed to maintain its position in extra- curricular activities. Capably moderated by Brother William, the club meets on frequent occasions to discuss French customs, litera- ture, and art. One of the Club ' s main func- tions is to acquaint its members with a speaking knowledge of French. Its members annually issue a publication, written en- tirely in French. DOERNENBERG LITERARY SOCIETY The German Club, by which this language group is more familiarly known, seems to have crystallized its activities into joint meet- ings with Chestnut Hill ' s corresponding club. The main purpose of the club is a supple- mentary study of the culture, customs, coun- try and literature of traditional Germany. Charles Hanes is president of the society with Albert Kraft vice-president. Brother Abdon is the moderator. f ® ' ' S ' % »» M Jin I I ' : If 1 Y ¥ K ' , iiii» ' - . -siw ?- ' -)f ' - ' mS ' -

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ALPHA EPSILON SIGMA PHI LAMBDA From this year ' s class, eight students were selected for Alpha Epsilon, the senior honor society. One, Larry Dondero, established precedent when he was elected while in the army. The others are Owen Breen, George Gradel, Joseph McFadden, Frank McMahon, Sidney Orr, Raymond Perkins and Lawrence Rosania. Requisite qualities for election are leadership and balance between scholastic grades and extra-curricular activities. Sigma Phi Lambda, La Salle ' s lone social fraternity, is restricted, according to the by- laws, to those who display qualities of serv- ice, fidelity and leadership. The New Year ' s Eve party is the main function of the organi- zation, although meetings are held at irregu- lar times and places. Chuck Silverthorn v as president of the Frat during the past year. Mike Coady was vice-president.