Regis College - Mount Regis Yearbook (Weston, MA)

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Learning Burdens Ease in Modern Light Regis College Library Building, modernistic scene of students ' academic activities, houses reading facili- ties, carrells, seminar rooms, language laboratories , Newman collections and Cardinal Spellman stamp exhibits. A medieval tower overlooked the Morri- son estate when Mother Mary Domitilla purchased it in 1927 for the Sisters of St. Joseph. This Norman Tower was to sym- bolize strength and virtue of Regis, first resident Catholic college for women in the Archdiocese of Boston. The 170-acre campus was named for Mother Mary Regis, who led a small group of Sisters from Brooklyn to establish the first community in Boston, on October 2, 1873- On this date, known as Founders’ Day, Seniors receive their academic robes. Sister Mary Finbarr, Dean, and Sister Mary Mildred, Registrar, greeted the 55 students of the first graduating class.

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Reverend Dennis J . Burns, Regis College Chaplain, through his unselfish contributions , has won the hearts of Faculty and Students. “For lack of guidance a people falls; security lies in many counsellors.” With heartfelt gratitude, we dedicate the 1960 Mount Regis to Reverend Dennis J. Burns, our Chaplain, Professor and friend, who all too often steps into the background when recognition is proffered. His priestly zeal, cheerful and cooperative contacts and scholastic drive have gained the respect of each and every Regisite to whom he has given advice, counsel and expert guidance. Whether on the altar or in a casual conversation, Father exemplifies the attributes of a great priest, man, scholar and friend. The Graduating Class offers sincere appreciation for his being an integral part of their happiness at Regis College.

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Budded Spring Descends Upon the Campus Regis Hall, silhouetted by two majestic columns of the Parterre, is seen looming in the distance. This pioneer building on the campus is the frequent setting for Alumnae activity. Art classes and music lessons.