La Salle University - Explorer Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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i iiiniiiiiniiiiiiiiii ?i! i.., . .. i!H 1959: Construction of the College Union signaled the beginning of a new era of heightened activity for the College family. 1961: An October blessing of the new Science Center formed part of the dedication ceremonies of what was a much needed campus facility. 1963: The Centenary Lecture Series brought scholarly speakers to our midst to commemorate our event-filled landmark year. Pictured is U. S. Senator Eugene Mc- Carthy.

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1941: Messrs. Daniel J. Robden and Robert J. Court- ney, now Associate Pro- fessors of English and Po- litical Science respectively, were 1941 La Salle grad- uates and played leading roles in that year ' s Masque production, Mdytime. Rec- ords also reveal that Dr. Joseph J. Sprislser, current Vice-President for Financial Affairs, was in charge of production, and Professor of History Ugo Donini di- rected the dances. 1949: Brother G. Thomas leads a procession of seniors into McCarthy Stadium for commencement exercises. 1956: In the days before the College Union, the northwest corner of Leonard Hall served as the location of the campus store. 12

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Ill ADMINISTRATION and FACULTY In this age of departmentalization and bureaucracy, there is a universal tendency to separate administration from the objects to which managerial skill is directed. This often leads to an insensitivity to group problems and a lag in the application of adequate solutions. In no field is this more lamentable than education, and in no position more dangerous than that of college president. The very essence of good college administration is a sensitivity to the needs and desires of what is prob- ably the most inherently critical assembly in the world: a college student body. La Salle is truly fortunate in having a chief executive who has demonstrated singular skill and erudition as a professor, and outstanding ability as an adminis- trator. Brother Daniel has illustrated that he is a man in close academic contact with his students, a man aware of the social exigencies of the student body. Brother Daniel has all but obliterated the unnecessary divisions between college administration and student body. He brought to the presidency his success as teacher and confidant. In his executive capacity he has not minimized the worth of these important positions but has added a fine record of administrative ability, academic stimulation, and heightened social unity. His direction has been a valuable and enriching experience in the life of La Salle and her students.