St Francis College - Franciscan Yearbook (Brooklyn, NY)

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Jfnmcts (E allege 35 BUTLER STREET BROOKLYN 31. NEW YORK OFFICE OF PRESIDENT Dear Graduates: The opportunity presented you to achieve the objectives and goals of St. Francis College underlies the theme of the 1960 FRANCISCAN. This evaluation in terms of each area of collegiate activity probes the depths of educational philosophy. You have observed that the intellectual, spiritual, social, cultural and vocational aims of the college have been translated into practical terms by the faculty and you have stated the manner in which St. Francis approaches basic educational problems. In the dedication of the Yearbook, you have singled out two of the most distinguished educators that it has been my pleasure to know. St. Francis College is indeed fortunate and honored that they have devoted themselves to promoting her objectives. These men represent the wide scope of the faculty— the depth of intellectual research and Christian social living. Professor Clement Jedrzejewski, the intent scholar, the wise adviser, the inspiring teacher, receives his greatest reward when one of his students enters the teaching profession. Professor “Clement” envisions the teaching profession as the salvation of a confused and divided world. Professor Nicholas Fiorenza, the dynamic teacher, the gifted artist, the respected activity moderator, has exemplified to thousands of St. Francis students the happy combination of intellectual competence and social graciousness. He receives a profound satisfaction when his former students combine successful careers with cultural refinement. Important in the evaluation of a college is its faculty who provide the inspiration which includes the excitement of intellectual challenge, insatiable thirst for knowledge, earnest search for truth, and humble appreciation of the true meaning of life. By honoring Professor Jedrzejewski and Professor Fiorenza, you ha ve honored the entire faculty. The faculty of St. Francis College is dedicated to encouraging undergraduate students to live well in the City of Man that they might eventually be worthy of the City of God. You have recognized the fact that the manner in which each member of the Class of 1960 approaches the realization of the objectives of St. Francis College determines the success or failure of his Franciscan education. You are to be complimented on accepting the challenge of such a difficult theme for your Yearbook and particularly on arriving at such an honest conclusion. The prayers of all St. Francis College go with you in your efforts to realize Alma Maters high objectives. The Board of Trustees, Administration, Faculty, Alumni and the undergraduate student body congratulate you on your graduation and on your hopes for the future. Sincerely yours in St. Francis Brother Urban, O.S.F. President