Mount Mercy Academy - Mercian Yearbook (Grand Rapids, MI)

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Faculty of Understanding Excellent character, high goals, firm morals, all are deepened and cultivated by a devoted fac- ulty. Devotion forms the lifeline of Mount Mercy ' s educators. Their reward is not material; it is not in the present; it comes with the joy and content- ment of former students, now young mothers, capa- ble teachers, or aspiring religious. The gradu- ates are the faculty ' s reward for their unrelenting work; their success is up to the students. Sister Mary Stephen, former librarian, and Sister Mary Beata, present librarian, enjoy a new sci- ence reference volume recently added to the large collection found in the Mercian Library. Checking the school files for vital statistics on incoming freshmen are Sister Mary Loyola and Sister Mary Albertina. Poised, charming, and unassuming, our study hall instructor, Mrs. Frances Kirk- wood, presents a shining example to all the students. Mr. H. Newcomer, a new addition to the faculty, makes studying physical sci- ences both fascinating and worthwhile. 10

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sister Mary Constance, R.S.M. The word dedication completely describes Sister Mary Constance, R.S.M. Through her tire- less efforts during the past five years as princi- pal, she has greatly improved the facilities of Mount Mercy Academy. As the word suggests. Sister finds time for everyone in her busy sched- ule as teacher, advisor, and guide. Truly she has made and continues to make Mount Mercy flower in the minds and hearts of all who have seen her. My Dear Graduates, Congratulations to you on having finished an important phase of your education. Gone are the study halls, silence in corridors, demerit slips, and all the other unpleasant things. Neiv experiences are waiting to test your strength of character, the depth and firmness of your faith, and your use of the spiritual weapons ivhich your school instils within you. That God will give you the stamina, courage, and the grace to undergo the tests successfully is the prayer of your teachers as you leave your beloved Mount Mercy.

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sister Mary Placide and Sister Mary Rachelle confer on the measurements for the new stage curtains in Mount Mercy ' s Little Theatre. Sister Mary Paschal looks approving- ly on one of Sister Mary Alphonse ' s many floral arrangements that decor- ate Mount Mercy. Sister Mary Immaculate can often be found patiently correcting students ' English papers in the seclusion of the library. The music department fosters outstanding Mercian talent under Sister Mary Vincent. While relaxing after a day of physi cal education instructing, Mrs. Theodore H. Segar displays some of her musical ability. 11