St Johns College - Lectern Yearbook (Cleveland, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 112 of the 1960 volume:

w Printed by: Presented by: STAFF Photography by: The Class of 1960 St. John College Cleveland, Ohio Moderator Sr. M. Canisius, O.S.U. Editor-in-chief Jean Farrell Editorial assistant Janice George Business Editor Sheila Rohen Literary Editor Mary Ann Lefelhocz Feature Editor Mary Ellen Kirk Class Editor Janis VanTilburg Copy Editor Diane Dorris Art Editor Sandra Hoffman Photography Editor J udy Norton Photographer Anna Marie Bills Eugene Spiegel Halle Portrait Studio Wm. J. Keller, Inc. Lectem O Widom WHO CAMEST OUT OF THE MOUTH OF THE MOST HIGH REACHING FROM END TO END ALMIGHTY AND SWEETLY-COME AND TEACH US THE WAY OF PRUDENCE TABLE OF CONTENTS INTELLECTUAL WORLD Archbishop and Bishops Administration and Faculty SPIRITUAL WORLD ...................... 21 Sodality Spiritual Clubs and Activities SOCIAL WORLD ......................... 33 Clubs Activities Classes BENEFACTORS .......................... 98 This is Saint Fall, Winter, Summer, Spring! Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring! Life at Saint John College spans the seasons provid- ing 1000 women students, both religious and lay, with op- portunities for spiritual, intellectual, and social growth. L0- cated in the heart of metropolitan Cleveland, Saint John College, a diocesan college, is an active center of education in the helds of nursing and elementary education. Originally established as Sisters College in 1928, the col- lege has been known as Saint John College since 1946. Its , program, which has been enlarged and improved, merits ac- Registration Day for Fresh and Seniors, creditation by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, the National League for Nursing, and the North Central Association of College and Secondary Schools. The year 1959-1960 finds SJC still growing, grow- ing, growing, with a new addition of physical facilities, as well as new faces and friends. Members of the 911 dclockt, club gather at the dorm on Sunday night Msgr. Navin ofiiciates at a ceremony in the college chapel. John College The iiwee beasties havenit got a chance. i SJC visits Antarctica via the slides and narrat l tion of Rev. Henry Birkenhauer, SJ. . and this is the cerebrum. ...m.-.--soc.. .- The library, a vital part of life at Saint John College. Any fella would be proud after hearing his girl sing with our Glee Club. Time for picnic chow. At our Leadership Conference. Caught in class meeting by Lectern candid camera. Freshies face college life. Coffee, tea, or milk? iqdlllan DIONCI Amesg pm; 93219 13 Wait? HUM 11101; ' . 'paaueqo amaq samu amp and 'QSEQId augmow euo Wisdom in Our Intellectual World St. John College aims to develop the student accord- ing to the Catholic philosophy of education in the fields of teaching and nursing. Fundamental Christian prin- ciples are basic to the curricula. The college confers Bachelor of Science degrees in elementary education and in nursing. To extend the facilities of the school, graduate and undergraduate courses in education are conducted in spring and fall Saturday sessions as well as in Summer. A teacher-cadet program is available to those desiring it; and a program of centralized pre-clinical instruction of one academic year is provided for students of the Catholic hospital schools of nursing in the Diocese. St. John College also offers service to the adult community. Non-credit eve- ning courses for interested adults are provided by the Institute of Social Education. With the aid of the Holy Spirit, we, the students of St. John College seek Truth in our intellectual world. We strive to keep, in clear relief, the truths enunciated in the Gospel, so that our judgment of values may be supernaturalized and our devotion to created things always subordinate to our one great aim. Grant, 0 Lord, that the Advocate Who proceeds from Thee, may enlighten our minds; and may He lead us into all truth, as was promised by Thy Son. Most Reverend Edward F. Hoban, S.T.D., Ph.D., LL.D. Archbz'shop-Bishop of Cleveland The Most Reverend Edward F. Hoban was appointed Titular Bishop of Lystra and Coadjutor Bishop of Cleveland on November 14, 1942. On July 13, 1951, he was appointed Archbishop ad personam. This zealous prelate has established an extraordinary number of parishes and schools, as well as a number of charitable institutions, the latest of which is the Holy Family Home for terminal cancer patients. The expansion program in which St. John College is now engaged gives evidence of our beloved Archbishop1s sincere and personal in- terest for the spiritual and educational progress of the students. His many personal visits, especially at the Christmas program, have en- deared him to our hearts. Bearers of Wisdom to Our Worlds Most Reverend Floyd L. Begin, S.T.D., Ph.D., J.C.D. Auxiliary Bishop of Cleveland The Most Reverend Floyd L. Begin was consecrated on May 1, 1947 as Titular Bishop of Sala, Auxiliary Bishop and Vicar General of the Diocese of Cleveland. Bishop Begin formerly served on the faculty of St. John College. This busy Bishop is most gracious in consenting to preside at our various college functions. We thank him for his sincere interest and pray for Godis blessing upon his work. Most Reverend John J. Krol, S.T.D., J.C.D., LL.D. Consecrated September 2, 1953, the Most Rev- erend John J. Krol is Titular Bishop of Cadi, Aux- iliary Bishop and Vicar General of the Diocese of Cleveland. Bishop Krol is known to many students because of his informal visits to the college. May God bless his many endeavors. ,us . ,,...nt 2..u..uuur- x Rt. Rev. Msgr. Robert B. Navin, S.T.D., Ph.D. President, St. John College Rt. Rev. Msgr. Thomas J. Murphy, Ph.D. Vice-President, St. John College The buoyancy of love of God and His Children is found in the ttseven-leaguel, stride of this dis- tinguised priest. Pastoral duties at St. Aloysius Church, meetings of the advisory board of St. Vincent Charity Hospital, the school board of the diocese of Cleveland and the Executive Coun- cil of St. John College keep him active in Godls service. 12 Administration Steadfast and stately in all his ways is Monsignor Navin as he calmly and efficiently serves the college. His deep understanding of collegiate problems endears him to both faculty and students. His understanding of people also makes him an able President of Better Homes and Neighbors, a Cleveland Area Housing Or- ganization. He is also a member of the Mayorls Advi- sory Board for Housing and a member of the Repre- sentative Assembly of the Cleveland Welfare Federa- tion. His warm presence was missed at the college when he attended the North American Centennial Celebra- tion of the North American College in Rome, Italy. The lovely medals of Pope John XXIII which Monsi- gnor presented to each student upon his return will be a treasured remembrance of our kind, beloved Presi- dent. Although a busy administrator, Sister M. Bernice shows a personal interest in each of her students and is active in Education Organiza- tions. She is currently Chairman of the Teacher Education Section of the College and University Depart- ment of the National Catholic Edu- cation Association. In April, 1959, she was elected Secretary of the Teacher Education Section of the Ohio College Association. Her many tasks are performed with characteristic energy and zeal. Here at SJC she has inspired and guided many students to become dedicated teachers. Endowed with a keen intelli- gence, vibrant enthusiasm, and a love of nursing, Sister M. Edith contributes greatly to her chosen profession and St. John College. At present she chairs the Committee on Criteria for Undergraduate Proe grams in Nursing for the National League for Nursing. In 1959 she was elected President of the Ohio State Board of Nursing Education and Nurse Registration. She is ac- tive in college affairs and is a mem- ber of the Cleveland Metro Plan- ning Committee on Public Health Nursing. Even though involved in a multitude of tasks, she always has time for her students. KW Sister Mary Bernice, O.P,. Ed.D. Dean, Division of Education Dorothy M. Brinker, MS. in N. Ed. Associate Dean, Division of Nursing Wit and real warmth are the outstanding qual- ities of this charming woman. Experience, eth- ciency and a zest for life enable Miss Dorothy Brinker t0 ably assist in the administration of the Division of Nursing Education. Besides her many duties at the college she has served as Senior visi- tor for the Accreditation Visit of the National League for Nursing to Evansville College. She is a gracious woman known for her genuine interest in others. Sister M. Edith, C.S.A., MS. in N. Ed. Dean, Division of Nursing Staff and Faculty An efiicient administrative staff as well as a progres- sive faculty are vital elements in the life at St. John College. Each faculty member strives toward the develop- ment of the intellectual virtues of wisdom, knowledge, and understanding in accordance with the accepted rules of logic and under the guidance of Catholic faith. The diverse personalities and talents found among our faculty members contribute invaluably to this develop- ment. Anna May Ryan, Director of Admissions. Pat Ponikvar conversing with the Right Rever- end Monsignor Joseph T. Moriarty, Associate Professor of Religion. Helen Churnega conferring with Joan E. Richards, Regisrrar. Bernadine Toohig, Bursar; Mary Ann Stanton, Secretary in the Institute of Social Education. Bobbie Lee talking to Virginia Richmond, Di- rector of Student Guidance. Karen Klein asks an opinion of the Right Rev- erend Monsignor Francis W. Carney, Professor of Philosophy. Nora E. Todd, Director of Student Activities. Judy Norton receiving a hshoth from Miss Una OhMalley, Director of Health Services. Rosemary Murray discusses history with the Right Rever- end Monsignor Basil Haren, Associate Professor of Social Science. A..:; t. . rm. : flxsan' Ilona Sandor, Laboratory Assistant in Science; Reverend James P. McDonough. Associate Professor Sister Mary Canisius, O.S.U., Associate Pro- of English. fessor of Science. Sister M. Celine, C.S.J., Professor of Sister M. Amata, C.S.A., Assistant Professor of Nursing; Science. Sister M. Ruth, C.S. , Assistant Professor of Nursing. Sister Mary Theresine, S.N.D., Associate Professor of Education; Stephanie Sister Mary Constance, O.S.U., As- Cernigoj, Instructor in Social Science. 16 sociate Professor of Music. Sister M. Concepta, S.N.D., Associate Profes- sor of Education; Sister Mary Electa, H.H.M., Associate Professor of Education. Very Reverend Msgr. William N. Novicky, Psychology; Very Reverend Msgr. Richard E. McHale, Education. Sim 4mg u Sister M. Catherine Siena, H.H.M., Associate Professor of English. Sister M. Immaculata, C.S.J., Associate Professor of Education. Sister M. Brigid, C.S.A., Nutrition. XOm mtg sou NW mum: n s on M x sumeuzm: 3mg Mrs. Edgar Cullen, Laboratory assistant; Sister Mary Virginella, S.S.J., Associare Professor of Science. 17 Eugene J. Roesch, Instructor in Philosophy; James Gilchrist, Instructor in English: Joseph Felicijan, Assistant Professor in Social Sciences. Angeline Durso, Assistant Professor of Nursing; Doris Mann, Assistant Professor of Public Health Nursing; Margaret Stearns, Assistant Professor of Nursing; Ellen Paulin, Assist- ant Professor of Nursing. Geraldine Rini, Instructor in Nutri- tion. Reverend Nelson Callahan, Religion. Marie Carley, Assistant Professor of Nursing with Miss Paulin. Marion S. Holmes, Assistant Profes- sor of Physical Education. Faculty Not Helen Ledger, Assistant Professor of Nursing; Sylvia Pictured Above Meyers, Laboratory Assistant in Science. Thelma Abood Instructor in Nursing Edgar P. Cullen Professor of English Dolores Danowski Instructor in Nursing Sister Mary Louise Associate Professor of Art Loretta Mersy Instructor in Science Helen G. Niznick Instructor in Nursing Jane Uprichard Associate Professor of Education Emilie Wiemels Laboratory Assistant in Science Sister Mary Xavier, S.S.J. Associate Professor of Art 18 I: t uunu Charlie Woodring attacks that table with her familiar enthusiasm and smile. Bob McAteer moves new doors for the half-fmished cafe- teria. 19 These Familiar Friends Smiling, silent people twho dropped that lad- derb are busy behind the scenes at S.J.C. Shin- ing polished tables, bright gleaming lights, tasty tempting food prepared under ttconstruction con- dition? are only a small list from the litany of comforts provided through the efforts of these en- thusiastic pleasant people. We thank you for the little things we so often take for granted. MAX , Sylvester Neuberger perched upon a ladder. Julia Williams, left, explains to two women from the ca- tering company the tickleness of young female appetites. Wisdom in Our Spiritual World The Spiritual world of St. John College is not con- fined t0 the cathedral, the college Chapel or to classroom walls. While the Christian principles of faith and morals are explained in class, and devotional ceremonies are held in the chapel and the cathedral, it is the practical application of Christian principles which is significant in the building of womanly character. The Christian life is witnessed in the serenity of a nun at study, in the gentleness of an alert nurse at the bedside, or in the patience of a devoted teacher with a slow pupil. Spirit- uality is visible in the kindness shown by a faculty member, in the earnest devotion of the college nurse, and in the loyalty of friends. For a few months, during the construction program, the Blessed Sacrament was not retained in the college chapel. There was no mistaking the cause for rejoicing when our Eucharistic King was reinstated in His taber- nacle home. The spiritual atmosphere provided at St. John College proved signiiicant in many a girlts choice of this college. As Christian women seeking a Catholic education, we realize the importance of pursuing wisdom hand in hand with Our Lady, Seat of Wisdom, for: Wisdom makes the soul more intensely responsive not simply to the meaning but to the value of what we have learned about God. F. J. Sheed, Theology for Beginners We pray: Send forth Thy Spirit, and they shall be created, and Thou shalt renew the face of the earth. The Chapel This note below graced the chapel door until December 11, 1959, when the sacristan could again veil the tabernacle. The small, simple chapel in the north corner of the building is the center of all our worlds. The Sodality and the League of the Sacred Heart use it for various devotions. Faculty and students find joy and consolation here in Visits with our Lord. The hurried Visits between classes, the quiet moments spent in meditation, the anxious times before tests, and the loving Visits of thanksgiving, total time spent that will avail in Eternity. THE BLESSED SACRM'ZENT WILL BE IN THE CHAPEL AS. SOON AS POSSIBLE. FURTHER COPBTRUCTION AND VLASTERING IN THE SACHISTY, TOGETHER WITH CLEANIIG IN BOTH THE CHAPEL AND SACRISTY ARE THE CAUSE FOR THE DELAY. UNCIDENTALLY, THE UNVEILED TABERNAGLE 13 A SIGN THAT THE BLESSED SAKRAMENT E NUI' PRESENTJ K971, 'U WOMAIgW Helen stops on Friday for 15 minutes of adoration dur- ing the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Benediction for reposition of the Blessed Sacrament. 22 The Chaplain 11The sign on the door says he1ll be 1 back at 1:15, but its already 1:30.11 1 1TH bet he was stopped in the hall? Monsignor Joseph Moriarty, 11Father Joeii to his friends, is the busy chaplain at SJC. Classes, conferences, the Sodal- ity, and his duties at Incarnate Word Academy keep him occupied. Although this has been his pace for 25 years in Godis service, he is never too busy to help you With your particular problem. Mensignor Joseph Moriarty prepares to speak at First He sincerely desires that the students Frlday H013, Hour' of SJC profit ultimately and maximumly from their college education. 1 We were most pleased when Father Moriarty became the Very Reverend Monsignor Moriarty this year. God bless youeMonsignor. M Marge Sisk pauses at the book rack sponsored in the Chapel by the Sodality. Sacristans Mary Ann Bransky and Nancy Sajetowski pre- pare for Benediction. 23 Father Moriarty, Sodality Moderator, presenting the So- dality medal to Joan Ipavec. Sandra Haders after receiving the Sodality medal at the reception of Candidates into the Sodality. A Sodalist shows her medal to her classmate at the recep- tion tea. Father Moriarty shown with the officers of Sodality: Pre- fect, Anita Acosta; Secretary, Pat Ponikvar; Auditor, Anna Bills. Sodality of Our The Sodality of Our Lady of Fatima at St. John College is part of an international association of Sodalities. It is a unique religious organization especially dedicated to Mary for a threefold pur- pose, sanctihcation of self, sanctification of others, and the defense of the Catholic Church. It differs from other campus organizations in that it im- plies a way of life-tta manner of living? This way of life is the activating force in the Alice Dlouhy, and Nancy Skola chatting with their mothers at the tea. 5; Vice-Prefect, Pat Henzel; Treasurer, Janet Nimberger; In- structor of Candidates, Judy Norton. A group of students praying the rosary at the dorm; done every night during the months of October and May. Lady Of Fatima Sodalisths career, prompting her to higher motives and t0 wholehearted dedication. Our Lady of Fatima Sodality, through this past yeafs pro- gram, has provided incentives for Vital and apos- tolic Catholicism not only for members but for non-members as well. From Our Lady, Seat of Wisdom, we seek the prudent direction of our lives that we may fulfill our noble purpose. mqhmew-woq a V a Sister Mary Concepta, S.N.D., looking over the ttLittle Messengertt with Sandra Haders, secretary-treasurer of CCD, and Ann Marie Guschwan, president. Sister Mary Concepta, S.N.D., Monsignor Moriarty, and Monsignor McHale, with three students at the CCD in- vestiture. Confraternity of Christian Doctrine The Confraternity of Christian Doc- trine of St. John College, under the di- rection of the Right Reverend Monsi- gnor Joseph T. Moriarty, has chosen as its main held of Catholic Action, the re- ligious instruction of Catholic children attending public schools. At present, twenty five Confraternity members are actively engaged in this work. They have given their services in a total of eighteen parishes instructing children ranging in grade level from kindergarten to the tenth grade. Sister Mary Concepta, S.N.D., the club moderator, conducted two training programs aimed at giving the members a foundation in teaching methods. The Confraternity has also attempted to build a file of Visual aids to be made available for use by the SJC girls in the classroom. Sometime in the future, St. Johns CCD hopes to branch out into other fields of Confraternity activity, but for the present is concentrating on bringing Christts doctrine to those who are de- prived 0f the privilege of receiving a complete Catholic education. New members were received into the Confraternity by the Very Reverend Monsignor Richard E. McHale, the Di- ocesan Director of the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine. Family Life Club I The Family Life Club of St. John College was organized to acquaint interested lay students with the privileges and responsibilities of married life, to bring about a clarification of the principles of Christian Family Life, and to bring about a greater awareness of the pressing need for Family Life in Christ. The Club fulfills its obligations by inviting speakers from neighboring colleges and the marriage institute of Cleveland, and by hold- ing general and panel discussions. Variety is pro- vided through an alteration of these methods at the monthly meetings. One of the most interest- ing events held this year was a discussion led by the moderator, Father McDonough, on the major problems facing the modern married couple. Father James P. McDonough, moderator, pictured with Carole Granzeier, president of the Family Life Club. League of the Sacred Heart The League of the Sacred Heart, the Apostle- ship of Prayer, provides a unifying religious spirit for the students and faculty at St. John College. Each member promises to recite the Morning Of- fering daily to the Sacred Heart. This Offerng fosters and creates an apostolic spirit as we unite our prayers and intentions with those of the Sov- ereign Pontiff and the most Sacred Heart. The League is a way of life to sanctity for ttTo pray in union with Christ is to be united with His Vicar on earth. The closer one embraces the in- tentions 0f the Vicar of Christ, the surer can he be that his prayer is truly in accord with the mind and heart of Jesus? Pius XII, Encyclical 0n the Sacred Heart. Miss Helen Ledger, moderator of the League of the Sa- cred Heart, with Florence Ott, president. 27 Christmas Pageant Surmounting the confusion of construction, crowded class schedules, and the Christmas rush, the Sophomore class, the Sisters, choir, and the Glee Club presented a beautiful Christmas pageant depicting the adoration of our Infant King by the nations of the world. Christmas carols of various countries filled the auditorium and Christmas spirit overflowed in the happy hearts of fac- ulty and students who were homeward bound for the holidays. One of the special features, which has been an annual event for many years, is the singing of 0 Holy Night and Mother Machree by our beloved Archbishop -a fitting finale for the Christmas celebration at the College. A scene from the Christmas Pageant. Santa Claus spreading joy after the Pageant. Archbishop Hoban singing carols for the stu- dents and faculty. The Parmadale Childrents Choir performing for the College dur- Another scene from the Christmas Pageant. ing the Christmas season. t i Retreat St. John College students took a vaca- tion from studies and social life during the week of January 25 to 29 at the Di- ocesan Retreat House. With suitcases ? filled with casual but warm clothes, the i girls took their prayerbooks and rosaries and headed toward their three-day time of prayer and meditation. The college re- treat is an anticipated annual event for all. Father Paul Boyle C.P., Retreat Mas- ter, inspired the retreatants with zeal and renewed fervor through his many stimu- ; lating conferences. Father Paul Boyle C.P., Retreat Master. Becky Blanchard quietly reading in her room at the retreat house. A group of retreatants arriving at the retreat house. Students remain recollected even at meaIS. Ring Ceremony Of the Junior Class October 5, 1959, in Our Lady15 Chapel of St. John Cathedral the class of 1961 received college rings. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. Robert B. Navin blessed the miniature bands of antique gold with their sparkling red stones and presented each member of the class with her sym- bol of college life. The college colors and the college symbol encircle a hand dedicated to service of others for the love of God. The joyous occasion was climaxed by Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament with the college Chaplain, Rt. Rev. Msgr. Joseph T. Moriarty, omciating. Mary, our Mother, we sing your praise. Msgr. Navin presents the ring to Linda. The symbol of a college student. Happy are our hearts with this band of gold. See! See! 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We are women with talents who wish to become Catholic leaders. All activities are designed so as to be co-curricular that they may aid us in realizing our individual potentialities while attaining a Christian education. From the annual leadership conference in the fall to the student-faculty luncheon in the spring, the social calendar is crammed with activities and events. Charity and charm are the keywords in our social sphere. Children always remember the teacher from SJ C with her sparking patience, and the sick solemnly bless the nursing student for her loving ministrations. We strive to be Christ-bearers in imitation of Mary on her way to Visit Elizabeth. As the Holy Spirit perfected the humanity of Christ, we walk with the Spirit of Wisdom in our social world, so that we, too, may be perfected in our humanity and may become not only Christ-bearers, but truly other Christs. Come, Holy Spirit, and fill our hearts so that every prayer and work of ours may begin with Thee and by Thee be happily ended, through Christ our Lord. Amen will come to order. M .m' avl a z: a a Shels a pretty teacher. Ifs out to play. 5 Hh.I.t Through Wisdom Personality, enthusiasm, thirst for knowledge, love for all Godls children, curriculum, methods, lesson planseall play a part in the formation of a teacher. She makes a particular study of the important task of teaching fundamental skills. After the swish and swirl of lesson planning, pre-practice teaching, curriculum and methods, she steps into the wide world of the school system to do her student teaching and emerges prepared to show others the way to God and through her service to humanity seeks to sanctify herself. She strives to emulate the Holy Spirit as a source of Wisdom for herself and her charges. Her one objective being to prepare her stu- dents to be good citizens of time and effective saints for eternity. Learning can be fun. Recess, everyone! Comes Service Cap awry, eyes aglow, heart full of loveethe nursing stu- dent leaves the hospital floor. Intellectual curiosity and en- thusiastic charity have carried her through another day and will prepare her for the challenge of tomorrow. Each educa- l tional experience while caring for patients whether in medical-t t surgical, tuberculosis, psychiatric, pediatric, maternity or pub- lic health nursing, provides the student with opportunities to r apply scientific knowledge and' gain professional skills. Em- ploying the gifts of the Holy Spirit, she strives for sanctifica- L tion of self and others as she endeavors to care for the whole All set for Open House. patient:body, mind and spirit. Her love for others is a char- ity that encompasses all mankindea charity based on the love of God Who is Love. Have bag- Will travel. Oh, pleaseedontt you want to be big and strong? t Anyone need a nurse? Wheres the patient? Ladies of the Legislature, the Officers of Student Council, grouped about a vivacious moderator, Miss Nora Todd. Vice-Pres., Linda Myers; President, Marianne McNamara; Treasurer, Margaret Schwerko; Recording Secretary, Marilyn Gilson; and Corresponding Secretary, Eve Dittoe. The 1959-1960 President of Student Council, Marianne McNamara, offers her light to 1960-1961 President, Linda Myers, with the blessings of Monsignor Navin. 36 Old omcers pose with new officers. Good luck to Presi- dent, Linda Myers; Treasurer, Karen Manning; Vice- Pres., Blanche Schnieder; the Recording Secretary, Eve Dittoe; N.F.C.C.S. Delegate, Karen Lattanzi; and the Corresponding Secretary, Grace Knoble, a Freshman nursing student convalescing in Charity hospital. Student Association The Student Association of St. John College, organized and maintained by the student body, is one of the vital student organizations on cam- pus. It functions as a means of communication between the administration, the faculty, and the student body. It is empowered to legislate in mat- ters of student affairs and to promote and govern co-curricular activities. The promotion of citizenship by fostering serv- ice and loyalty to the college and to the commu- nity is the goal of this organization. It aims to make its members more aware of their responsi- bilities as Catholic college women and helps them in the fulfillment of this role both now and after graduation. STUDENT COUNCIL, the governing body of Student Association, is comprised of the elected officers, the presidents of all campus organiza- tions, and representatives of each class. THE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF CATHOLIC COLLEGE STUDENTS as a re- source center, conducts panels, workshops, and publishes a newsletter to facilitate intercollegiate exchange of ideas. Monsignor Moriarty appears to be the only male moder- ator at the Luncheon. An afternoon of hard work and much thought provides an abundance of ideas for next yearis activities. k:- Senior students seem alert for this Student Association meeting. Wonder whats on Judyis mind? Student-Moderators Luncheon is the time to plan for next year and for thGetting to Know You? the new offi- cers of various campus organizations. Senior N.F.C.C.S. Delegate, Sandra Hoffman, explains the reorganization of N.F.C.C.S. to Miss Thelma Abood, the moderator and Junior Delegate, Billie Foster. Chi Delta Nu Chi Delta Nu affords students in the Division of Nursing the opportunity to explore their pro- fession thoroughly and to prepare for active par- ticipation in professional activities and organiza- tions as graduate nurses. As indicated by its name, tiTo Christ Through Nursing? emphasis is placed on the spiritual aspects of nursing and on the obligations of the Catholic nurse. Through this organization, students are mem- bers of the Student Nurse Organization of Greater Cleveland and Elyria, the Student Nurse Association of Ohio, and the National Student Nurses, Association, through which they are af- filiated with the International Council of Nurses. The moderators and officers of Chi Delta Nu: seated, Connie Richards, Mary Terese Kahl; standing, Miss Angeline Durso, Marilyn Gilson, Miss Ellen Paulin, Susan Boehm. ya Santa Claus thanks Parmadale Childrenis Choir for Chi Delta Nu. Pat and Ditty admire their prize-winning door. These sophisticated misses on their way to a meeting are part of the unsophisticated group below. Our girls meet other students at the convention in Atlan- tic City. Student Education Association Student Education Association, the profes- sional organization for students in the Education Division, strives to cultivate a professional atti- tude in its members by giving them an opportu- nity to investigate thoroughly the field of educa- tion. By means of lectures, meetings, and social work, this organization aims at developing and advancing qualities of leadership and scholarship. Through the campus organization the students also become afhliated members of the Ohio Edu- cation Association and the National Education Association. S.E.A. Officers: Judy Burtnett, treasurer; Virginia Kurth, sec- retary; Mary Lou Cwiklinski, lst vice president; Miss Jane Uprichard, moderator; Mary Ann Zak, president; and Mary McAndrews, 2nd vice president. The newly elected S.E.A. offIcers for the year 1960-61 pose for a picture in the college auditorium. A group of seniors at the annual S.E.A. ban- quet, held May 10. A typical S.E.A. meeting in the auditorium. Msgr. Navin and Miss Cerni- goj at the SEA banquet. 39 St. John College Glee Club Ohicers: Dee Steigerwald, treasurer; Pat Ponikvar, secretary; Janice VanTilburg, vice president; Karen Klein, president; Miss Nora Todd, Director. Bach . . . Gershwin . . . Brahms . . . Kernethese are just a few of the bril- liant composers whose selections are in- cluded in the repertoire of the St. John College Glee Club. Under the able di- rection of Nora Todd, the Glee Club pre- sents many delightful concerts through- out the school year. This year, due to the construction pro- gram, the activities were somewhat ham- pered by lack of facilities. In a joint con- cert With the Sisterst Choir, the Glee Club added a tuneful note to the annual Christmas Program. In the Spring Con- cert, they were joined by the Case Cho- ral Club. To culminate their year, the Glee Club, with solemnity of song, added dignity to Final Convocation. E C, E g E Glee Club Miss Todd accepts a bouquet after the joint concert with Casets Glee Club. Miss Todd conducting the Glee Club at one of their many concerts. Blanche Schneider, President, and Miss Todd, Moderator, pose with a tennis racket, symbolic of Sports Council. Alpha Gamma Council Diane Kish and Joanne Drawe consult with Eilccn McGloin, President of Alpha Gamma, and Miss Margaret Stearns, Moderator, while Suc Ponyik offers a suggestion for the theater party which they are sponsoring. Red Cross Council Lorrie Liller, Secretary-Treasurer, and Vicky Bienko, President, plan with Miss Todd for a Red Cross activity at Crile Hospital. Mothers, Club We wonder what our mothers and our teachers talk about at these meetings? Mrs. Rohen, President, and her friends look over the Christmas Packages before the Christmas meeting. All mothers can laugh at anecdotes about their student- daughters. Mothers compare notes on daughterst activities. Like their daughters, the mothers enjoy snack- time. The editors and the photographer meet with moderators, Miss Meyers and Miss Cernigoj. 44 were waiting for our copy! Here comes the latest issue! Deadline is Tuesday at the latest! Spire Ten years ago the first issue of SPIRE made its debut on the Saint John College campus. Since that time the voice of the student body has made itself heard, promoting better school spirit and fur- nishing a means of communication between the administration, the faculty, and the student body. All who have some experience in journalism or who are interested in the publication of a school newspaper are welcomed as staff members. To Miss Myers and Miss Cernigoj, able advi- sors, and to the SPIRE staff, our hearty congratu- lations on your anniversary! You cannot help but succeed in your goal of serving Saint J ohn College. Lectern Through the LECTERN, the most important project of the senior year, we, the Senior Class, at- tempt to illustrate the activities, the aspirations, the work and the recreation of those at Saint J ohn College. The efforts of many people were necessary to 1 present this book. Much of our success has been i the result of the work, guidance and prayers of , Sister Mary Canisius, O.S.U. Jeanne has put in 1 long hours to lighten the work of her editorial i staIT. Sheila and her business staff raised the money to publish this book. You-the students, faculty, and friends have furnished the faces and hgures which are the essence of our book. This will be the best yearbook ever. The busy business staff discussing business. 45 The Convent Set The Religious Students comprise more than half the enrollment of St. John Col- lege. The activities in which they partici- pate are as diversified as the color and style of their habits. One need only to ART CLASS: ttConsider the lilies . . in art also. watch the Sisters boarding their commu- nity busses each evening, to realize that the number of Sisters being prepared to nurse and to teach, is increasing each year. As a student at the College, the Sister acquires a growing reserve of wisdom and knowledge, both intellectually and spiritually, so that in coming to know and love God and her neighbor better, she may go forth to serve them more completely in her respective profession. LIBRARY: llEducation is a continuous process? ANATOMY CLASS: tlDonlt be a fraid, Sisters, . . . it won't bite . . . now? LITERATURE CLASS: llSchool is not all dull reading. MUSIC CLASS: ttShe Who sings, prays twice? Charming ladies current on world affairs are Current Events Club ofhcers: Carla Rinehart, secretary; Carolyn Ondus, treasurer; Vicki Bienko, vice-president; and Judy Biros, president. Current Events Club The United States versus the USSR. Self-rule in Africa? China in the United Nations? Disarmament? World peace? These are some of the questions which led to the formation of a Current Events Club by the students at St. John College. Under the able guidance of Monsignor Basil Haren, the moderator, members delve into world affairs so that they can better understand these issues in the light of Catholic philosophy. Members of the Current Events Club are entitled to the privileges of collegiate membership in the Cleveland Council on World Affairs. They participate in a mock U.N. Assembly, lectures, panels and workshops. A special project of the Club is the furnishing of a tape-recorded summary of the weeks news to various convents in the community. Delegates to the Mock United Nations Assembly held March 4, 1960 at Western Reserve University plot and ponder a serious problem in accord with the philosophy of the countries they represent. Our Library- A survey of St. John College Library on any day except Sunday reveals some 70 heads with coifs, iipony tails? or is . . ,, . . . . . . . 6 Sister M. Florian, S.S.J., Librarlan, smiles as she contemplates ways to utlllze plane CUtS bent m varlous attltUd S Of the additional space given to the library by current construction. Helping with Stu y 01' repose. ' . the pleasant task is Josephine McMahon. The beautiful Gothlc styled room 1s a valuable storehouse of information con- cerning education, nursing, and the arts. Its reference shelves service many in the Cleveland community. This year an en- tire room has been established primarily for reference works. The library not only contains written treasures, but also houses the art collec- tion of the Archdiocese of Cleveland. Priceless ivory statues, paintings, and bronze sculpture delight and intrigue both student and stranger. This retreat for study in our intellec- tual world is skillfully managed by a courteous library staff. Several seniors check out books with Miss Lucille Crane, assistant librarian. iiMaybe ifs in this one, Anita. New reference shelves are a boon. 48 Retreat for Study hEenie, Meenie, Minie. MohOnly one more reference book to go? Regina Prunchak seeks current authors for a research paper. r A serious student studying the art of somnambulism. Many, many minds in search of wisdom. The air-conditioned'silence of the well-lighted library makes an excellent retreat for study. Welcome Weekend Sitting tround the campfire swapping songs. What better place to make new friends and renew 01d acquaintances than the informal atmosphere of a picnic or a weekend at camp? Songs, food, games, and pranks all go toward making these get-acquainted activities a good time. Indian summer provides a pleasant September weekend. Well-planned en- tertainments, scrumptious food, and the reckless rollicking atmosphere of CYO camp at Madison set the scene for Wel- come Weekend, the annual ttgetting to know you,, affair sponsored by Student Association. Wide-eyed ttFreshiest are initiated to the less serious side of college life. It is the final frolic before school begins in ear- nest. hUnele! Gloob-gloobPettAunt? Rows and rows of pretty faces and chow. 50 Overcome by exhaustion? Pm just plain fatigued! 51 Hail, hail the gangs all here. The cider and cookies hit the spot. ttAs the rain beat upon the window pane, I could hear a distinct rap, rap, rap. Then as lightning split the inky sky, the houselights failed and a SCREAM . . 3, All right, Blanche, wetll play your silly game. Autumn Ball A crisp autumn night, radiant faces, and vivid swirling gowns made this Au- tumn Ball of 1959 a memory to be treas- ured. This annual event, the last formal dance sponsored by the Senior Class, was held at the Westlake Hotel on November the fourteenth. The brisk fall breeze and the dancing colored leaves supplied a pic- turesque background as the couples swayed t0 the captivating music of the Hal Lynn Orchestra. Beaming Queen Regina and her lovely court reigned over the evening festivities. The royal queen and her court. A hirting glance for her best beau. A captivating smile will melt any heart. Who said, ttTurn off the bubble-machineTt With the sound of music the ballroom comes alive. A stuffed owl, a hula-hoop, one large plastic bag, one broom, a stuffed toy dog, and one large duffel bag. Who could make a stunt with these props?!! The Junior Class? Yup, they did it again! For the second year in a row they won the coveted silver cup with their parody on jaywalking at Pulaski Square. Congratulations Jun- iors. One more year and the cup is yours!!! Stunt Day Triumphant, the Junior Class show their props after winning the Stunt Day trophy. Rosemary O,Donnell, President of the Junior Class, accepts the trophy from Msgr. Navin, President of the College. The Senior Class strike a casual pose after the Stunt Day activities. The Freshman Class Perform in their hrst College program. Sodality Formal Climaxing the festive holiday season was the annual Christmas Cotillion sponsored by the So- x dality. The modern Rocky River Memorial Hall was the setting, J anuary ninth, the date. This semi- formal event provided a matchless evening of pleasure as the couples swirled to the delightful music of the Skylarks. As the clock chimed one, enchanted people disappeared into the lovely eve- ning carrying with them blissful memoriesettan- other night to remember? A couple of couples. A oneea oneeSheila, stop laughing! Handsome foursome. Slow, sweet and so simple. Sitting prettyeso pretty sitting. 54 Penny Princess Pennies, nickels, quarters, dollars-money to pick a Princess. The theme, ttPennies from Heav- enf Cleverly created the royal world in which Miss Mary Ann Furlong of St. Alexis Hospital School of Nursing reigned as the 1960 Princess elect of the Penny Princess Dance, which is sponsored an- nually by the Freshmen class of Saint John Col- lege. Many, many Cinderellas were captivated by moonlight, melody and their particular Prince. Princess, Miss Mary Ann Furlong and her Prince. Who brought the Cards? Princess Mary Ann and her Court. 1ndfl Some smiling Seniors with such sharp escorts. The pretty Princess and four lovely contestants. X Alumnae Picnic Hot dogs, hot dogs, and more hot dogs to satisfy the voracious appetites of graduates. The Alumnae Asso- ciation of St. John College annually hostesses an affair for the graduates. Edgewater Park was aptly chosen for this years picnic. Energy was spent playing volley ball, renewing friendships, and eating Eskimo pies. The pleasantness of a warm spring day was augmented by the pleasant company. Graduates found themselves encouraged by the alumnae and eager to enter the professional world. It will be a pleasure to belong to an organization with such iiesprit de corps? Such fun to clown! Is someone camera shy? Is it El Toro? No, it is iiJudeei H! Eskimo pie and I. Uh-umm! Good! Monsignor Navin poses with several of the alumnae and graduates. 56 Senior Farewell Party Au revoir, auf Wiedersehn, Aloha, Adieu and many other ways to say farewell were gaily hung about the college auditorium. Talent of all description was gath- ered to entertain at the annual Senior Farewell Party sponsored jointly by Chi Delta Nu and S.E.A. Both serious art and comedy were in order during the evening. Chi Delta Nu took this opportunity to present the college with a plaque for the names of pres- ent and of future Miss Student Nurses of St. John Col- lege. Special guests at the party were the future Fresh- Some like it hot and some like it cold, but this combo men who will be the Senior Class of 1964. was nothing but tihot man, hot! It was a night for remembrances and a night to re- member as a spirit of comradeship made many catch a breath and blink back tears. She and He check to see if it will be all right with the party Mistress of Ceremonies if they thive . . . a little kiss, wonlt you, huh? Judy Paryzek, Sheila Rohen, and Sandy Hoffman sang the final farewell from the Seniors at the Chi Delta Nu Christmas Party. tlAre there any more pigeons? 57 Junior Prom-Gaite May 21, 1960emoonlight on silent water, soft muted music, the Lake Shore Country Club, Lou Elgartts orchestra, champagne, and confetti combined to provide the pink clouds? for hGaite,t- the J unior Prom. Charming Anna Mae Eppich reigned at the climax of the social calendar of 1959-60 as Queen of the Prom. The too- short evening was filled with an abun- dance of silver-edged memories which mademoiselle and monsieur mutually proclaim hMagnihque! ! P, Queen Anna Mae Eppich appears to have found a hpink cloud and climbed aboard. Queen with court and escorts; Miss Marianne McNamara, Miss Anna Mae Eppich, and Miss Sheila Rohen are all smiles and so are their fellas! Is that Pat peeping over that shoulder? Ummea nice, nice shoulder. 58 Junior-Senior Banquet The Junior Class feted the Class of 1960 at a sununuous banquet Cavohk Restaurant in characteristic manner laid a delicious table. tlshop talkit was reli- giously avoided for the evening and gales of laughter could be heard from all quar- ters as SJ C women sparkled in delightful convemadon. The tlass of 1960 dE- played lofty wishes and ready wit in the class will. The Junior Class reciprocated with a clever prophecy for their guests. The cxceHence of the Ineal was aug- mented by the cordialness 0f the com- pany. 5121. Miss Cernigoj relates some tales summer trip to Rus- of her Msgrs. Navin and Moriarty share the banquet table with several members of the class of 1960, Miss Brinker and Miss Todd share this table with members of the class of 1961. Everyone stops to listen a's the will and prophecy are read. 59 Miss Student Nurse The provocative question, ttWhy Nursing? titled the essays for the 1960 Miss Student Nurse Contest. Every year, a senior nursing student from the twelve district schools competes for the title of Miss Student Nurse in their own school. These twelve winners then compete for the title of Miss Student Nurse of Greater Cleveland and Elyria in a regional contest. The answer to the question tiWhy NursingTT was most ably given by Miss Sheila Rohen when she stated that nursing was propagated by Tilove of man--of you and me, and people just like us down through the cen- turies . . . nursing is the giving of self, totally and com- pletelyfi By this answer and her actions, Sheila has truly merited the title of Miss Student Nurse. Her sin- cerity and simplicity brought her second place in the Miss Student Nurse Contest of Cleveland. Sheila is a fine woman, an exemplary nurseaone who walks with wisdom and works with love. Sheila giving her speech for the Miss Student Nurse Contest at SJC. Sheila accepts the Saint Catherine Award. Miss Sheila Rohen. St. Catherine Award The St. Catherine Achievement Award, es- tablished in 1957 by the Cleveland Chapter of Kappa Gamma Pi, in honor of their patroness, St. Catherine of Alexandria is awarded annually to the Senior who has shown outstanding personal and scholastic achievement. This year the beautiful medallion was pre- sented to Miss Sheila Rohen. Sheilais loyalty and leadership were displayed in her service as Fresh- men and Sophomore class president, as president of Chi Delta Nu, the Student Nurse Organization of SJC, and as vice-president of the Student Nurse Organization of Greater Cleveland and Elyria. As an active Sodalist, an understanding friend and an inhuential leader, Sheila has shown that she is capable of the Catholic lay action ex- emplified by St. Catherine of Alexandria. Classes Freshmen tiYour Beanie looks lovelyP tiWhatis your big sister like? itDid you find the lounge? iiWhere can we smoke? These were just a few of the questions asked by the 98 freshmen who en- tered SJC in September of 1959. Neither college life nor the confusion of construction has daunted their enthusiasm and in- terest. There is so much to learn and so much room to grow and grow and grow. Sophomores Sophomores are now a step up the scholastic ladder. All the nursing students have moved to St. Vincent Charity Hospital dormitory. The sophomore education i students have begun observation Visits and a child study. 1 The Christmas play produced and directed by Sopho- mores highlights this busy, crowded year. The most fa- miliar question heard is tiWill we ever be seniors? Juniors Junior year at SJC means class rings, the junior prom, study in major fields. Junior students are going places. Nursing students take clinical experience in various city institutions. The tuberculosis sanitarium, Marymount, Cleveland Clinic are accessible via CTS or a family car. Education students begin student teaching. The whirr of motors can be heard in lab as future teachers master the mystery of physics. UheHum! Senior year here we come! Seniors The first words uttered by a new Senior ttOnly 365 more days, but as the number grows smaller and the re- curring ttlast time for each activity is heard, nostalgia and sentiment damper enthusiasm. Senior year is an ad venture. Excitement and anticipation are wrapped up with sorrow over leaving old familiar places and friends for new places in a profession. Weill soon be teachers i and nurses. 61 The Class Of 1963- Hope they read itV Class Moderator and offi- cers post a notice. Student Council Representa- tive, Grace Knoble; Secretary, Juanita Saturnino; Vice President, Bonnie Pcrscll; Moderator, Sister M. Catherine Sienna, H.H.M.; President, Rita Lepkowski; Treasurer, Karen Manning. Five, please! Theresa Birskovich, Joan Begin, Marian Bailey, Barbara Barron, Karen Arndth and Marilyn Baxter invade the book store. Addition 1; , gt. Q4Jolm 02311232 7 L gum tum Associates Archit , ; . - cots and Enginecrs V Sldewalk superlntcndents. Agnes Docll, Jane L Cleveland40h ' W! PASSALACQUA BUILDER m Conaway, Mary Delchin, Barbara Daniels, Kathy Gommuvme Pwuamsamm co. Domsm, Agnes Frieda, Diane Eddy. Our New Addition This is where the money goes. Anita Ceponis, Helen Brown, Margaret Bolger, Pat Blackwell, Becky Blanchard, and Margaret Clark. Smile ladies, youiil soon be Sophomores. Barbara Yanick, Jenifer Twitchell, Annette Spacck, and Carol Wasserbauer. Resting their iiweary bonesii are Maureen O,- Malley, Kathleen Mosher, Susan Murphy, Kath- leen Parrent, Louise Moscioni and Pauline O,Brien. Freshmen- v, .., ! s , W?! u' L ;.:: Z , Looking things over. Jane Stepanik, Kathleen Mulholland, Margaret O Ma1ley, Janet Polchan, Judy Radachy, and Catherine Stroh. Things are a little disorganized, but W611 soon be oriented. Ann Ruffmg, Ann Soloman, Lynn Ratajczak, Carol Suki, Carol Skutnik and Kath- ryn Schreiber. Where can we sitiw Janet Rosby, Eva Oszlanyi, Joanne Sibel, Mildred Sabo, Monica Ravas, and Marlene Petri. Become Acquainted We re new, too? Barbara Foster, Pat Gallagher, Janet Holzheimer, Virginia Hirsch, and Margaret Gallagher. A place to rest is found by Ann Mach, Sheila McIntyre, Mary Ann Mescan, Shirley Mcggitt, Elizabeth McGuire, Elaine Krichbaum, and Pat McNulty. 7:3 3 k, W - xv In a quiet corner. Janice Sempolski, Charlene Wingenfeld, Joan Snyder, Jane Thomas, Pat Walsh, Donna Tomasek, and Kathryn Sisk. 65 thwwym 0 la M It H Bnrrll s iiFrcshicsi Wish They Were . . . The pause that refreshesi Laura Lee Jedlicka, Margaret McAulifT, Marian LeVanti, Marilyn Laule, and Kathryn Lawson. How many trips will we make to this desk in four years? Diane Pelger, Patricia Wilhelm, Miss Crane, librarian, Janice Wolf, and Carol Golem- bicwski. Wondering if the building will be done for their graduation. Antoinette Ipavec, Jeanne Kelly, Carol Halko, Barbara Hydash, Carol June, Nancy Hardon, and Frances Guschwan. Sophomores Gathered in the art room are Sophomore class Moderator, Sister M. Louise, V.S.C., and Pres- ident, Delores Steigerwald. Standing behind them are Vice-President, Karen Lattanzi; Treasurer, Frances Imburgia; Secretary, Carol Visnauskas, and Student Council Representative, Karen Braunlich. On the Cathedral steps are Maureen McCarthcy, Theresa Marcotrigiano, Nancy Smith, and Kath- erine Mathe. Behind them stand Barbara Nem- chak, Mary Lou Morscher, Paula Steber, and Jean Thiede. A bevy of smiling students. Suzanne Vanera, Sandra Smith, Jeannette Stopko, Beverly Water, Mary Clare Uresh, and Mary Ann Vargo. Hello down there. Rita Haluscsak, Blanche Schneider, Mary Beth Hart, Victoria Moskal, Mary Lou Grimn, Maureen Hovan, Diane Kish, and Rosemary Murray. Sophomorcs-Onc Step From the bottom to the top. Karen Lattanzi, h Pat Gajda, Helen Ferlin, Mary Croce, Joanne Fakult, Judith Dobucki, Sandra Kiewlich, and Geraldine Malloy. Mary Ann Bransky, Pat Bene, and Jeanette Borer look over the shoulders of Pat Abel, Alice Dlouhy, Nancy Homa, and Anita Arenas. On these steps. Katherine Polivka, Cynthia Pekar, Bede Zipko, Ronna Lee Preslan, Joyce Pristov, Peggy Opaskar, Diana Young, and Janet Weyhcnmeyer. Up the College Ladder L The steps of the Cathedral furnish seats for Bar- bara Lester, Virginia Kurth, Marcella Seman, Lois Sibbing, Nancy Skola, Joann Lunka, and Janet Loehr. Seated before our Lady are Benita Sliwinski, Laurette Sinkosky, Nancy Sajetowski, Marge Schwerko, Cathrin Roman, Barbara Rose Manak, Karen Miklos, and Georgiann Recko. Waiting for semester grade cards. Behind Noel Justeson Gem, stand Joyce Cerny, Rosalie Brzo- zowski, and Carole Cimperman. Behind Joan Ipavec are Virginia Burry, Barbara Jedlicka, and Judy Burtnett. 69 The Juniors Smiling with Sister M. Theresine, S.N.DA, Moderator, are Treasurer, Eileen McGloin; Student Council Representa- tive, Carla Rinehart; President, Rosemary O Donnc11, and Vice-President, Florence Ott. Arlene Sabo, Susan Ponyik, Connie Richards, Lee Schrie- ber, Carolyn Ondus, and Louise Schultz meet at the horse3 IVs a gab-festf Marilyn Szletsky, Eileen Timko, Nancy Wilhelm, Elaine Visocky, Dorothy Thomas, Jackie Cook, and Paula Stedman. Coming or going? Joan Edinger, Virginia Fornes, Pat Henzel, Mary Helen Cole, Mary Therese Kahl, Sylvia Kuhn. and Kathy Kelly. um um. ii nu,n4 n- m- Striding down Superior Avenue. Mary McAndrcw, Mary Mulvey, Mad- eline McCaFfrey, Linda Myers, Diane O NeiIl, Sue McKcown, and Joanne Pcrko. Bctween lightf on Pulaski Square. Eve Dittoe, Rosemary Beckwith, Judy Biros, Vicki Bienko, and Joanna Drawe. Are Going Places IVS T.D, Wop Dowm weather for Linda Myers, Joan Edinger, Connie Richards, Kay Baker, and lucky driver Eileen Timko. Class of 1960 Moderator, Sister Mary Canisius, O.S.UA Motto: hiThrouglt Him, and with Him, and in Him. Patron: Saint Joseph Our beloved class moderator, Sister M. Canisius, O.S.U. Dear Diary, June, 1957. Investiture of Nurses, June 2, 1957 has made us Sophomores. How busy we were with Big-Sis -Lil1 Sis Picnic? shots, registration, the Mass of the Holy Ghost, a Welcome Weekend of lion hunting with Sheila, saving Sandy from a hre extinguisher, and with Our First Ladies: Sister M. Julian Eymard, O.S.U., Sister just becoming acclimated to college life' Whew'l M. Mark, 3.5.1., and Sister Mary Dominic, C.S.A. June, 1958- Ditty? you were beautiful as Mary in our Advent play when you uttered the words for which all the tribes and all the worlds await. When secretly, eager, prideless, unafraid, the Brightness flamed to a Greater Radiance-and the Word was made Flesh Veni Lumen Cordium, Come, Light of our Hearts? Sophomore days stu17ed with work and study: a ihDay in the Life of a Teacher,u our first style show, and a spaghetti dinner, suddenly vanished and we were Jun- iors. June, 1959. Our year as Big Sisters began with a picnic and a hula hoop. Ring ceremony, knitting bees, Glee Club concert at Gannon College, Erie, Pa., a banquet at Cavolfs, and the Prom at Mentor Yacht Club were climaxed by the Investiture of Nurses after which we were, almost magically, the Seniors at St. John College. June, 1960. The busiest, bestit year has been filled with student teaching, engagement rings, prayers to good St. Jude, Lectern, National Education Week, iiNumber T hree Maple Street, the Prom, comprehen- sives, convocation, and GRADUATION. These, dear diary, are the vivid memories in four years of wonder. There were many opportunities to advance in Wisdom. God bless those who have made it SO. Senior Class Officers: treasurer, Mary Lou Cwiklinski; I vice-president, Susan Boehm; president, Janis George; secretary, Marie Sgro; and Student Council Representa- , tive, Anna Mae Eppich. Sincerely, 73 The Class of 1960 JUDY NORTON Sincerity is deep, genuine, heartfelt; sincerity is a trait of true and noble womanhood. Itss in our schedule-- a Iive-minute rest. SUSAN BOEHM sThere are few things that never go out of style, and a feminine woman is one of them? 74 ANN MARIE GUSCHWAN Character is the diploma God gives man? See the pretty flowers. CAROLE GRANZEIER We never know a greater character unless there is in ourselves something congenial to it? 75 SANDRA HOFFMAN Nothing is pleasant that is not spiced with variety. MARY ANN LEFELHOCZ A healthful hunger for a great idea is the beauty and blessedness of life. LORETTA HOEGLER HConcentration is my motto . . . first honesty, then industry, then concentration. Itis mushroom soup, Lorri! 76 PATRICIA ZARGEL Knowledge is but folly unless it is guided by you. i ? l PATRICIA TAKACS Lord, make me an instrument of T hy peace. MARIE SGRO The one prudence of life is convention. Stop on 4, PLEASE! 77 MAUREEN MURPHY Cheerfulness is a friend to grace; it puts the heart in tune to praise God. Big date tonight? ANNA MARIE BILLS The finest compliment that can be paid to a woman of sense is to address her as such. 78 LUCIA WISIALKOWSKI 1 Good nature is the beauty of the mind and like personal beauty wins almost anything else. Therels a big exam tomorrow. KATHLEEN SWEENEY Good will is the mightiest force in the universe. ANNA MAE EPPICH MARIANNE MCNAMARA thxcellent authority tells us that the right laughter Lovliness needs not the aid of foreign ornament, 1': medicine to weary bones? but is, when unadorned, adorned the most. MARGARET SISK thood humor istft a trait of character, it is an art Someone has a green thumb. . . . ,, Wthh requzres practzce. 80 PATRICIA BELL e A light heart lives long. ALICE MARIE KING rGood humor is one of the best articles of dress one can wear in society? I e Letes try that part over. 81 BARBARA SINGER T . . Friendship, like love, is the most important bread and butter of life. Wishing? ROSALIE PETKOVSEK What is to come we know not. But we know that what has been was good. 82 what the sunbeam is to the landscape. JUDY PARYZEK iiA beautiful smile is to the female countenance, Remember the days in Chem Lab? BARBARA LEE iiA kind heart is a fountain of gladness, making everything in its vicinity freshmen into smiles? 83 A few minutes for Lectern. JANICE GEORGE A woman who can always love will never grow old. MARY ELLEN KIRK Stillness of person and steadiness of features are signal marks of good breeding? 84 For a five minute break-' Ifs coffee and cake. DOLORES LILLER 1 sRefinement creates beauty everywheref PATRICIA PONIKVAR ? Nothing is so strong as gentleness; nothing so gentle as real strength. 85 DIANE DORRIS The highest graces of womanhood fiow from feelings of the heart. Bed-change day? PATRICIA CZECH Loving kindness is greater than laws, and the charities of life are more than all the ceremonies. 86 J EAN DIAZ s'Peace is a beautiful concept of the human mind. It is as unique as it is beautiful? Back to Class. MARION CHESLO ssHer ways are ways of gentleness, and all her paths are peace. SANDRA HADERS llA good character is, in all cases, the fruit of per- sonal exertion. CHARLENE F LEMING Good qualities are the substantial riches of the mind? REGINA PRUNCHAK Life has no blessings like a prudent friend. High C? 88 HELEN CHURNEGA ssSensibility is the power of woman. ANITA ACOSTA s A maiden never bold; of spirit so still and quiet? JANET NIMBERGER ssAn honest woman is the noblest work of God. Interesting, exciting and due in a week. 89 J EANNE FARRELL A truly elegant taste is generally accompanied by excellency of heart. Sing pretty! MARILYN GILSON M0dest expression is a beautiful setting to the diamond of talent and genius? 90 JANIS VAN TILBURG Good order is the fountain of all good things? He wouldnst ask that! MARY LOU CWIKLINSKI nTact comes as much from goodness of heart as from fineness of taste? 91 SHEILA ROHEN Honor is not a matter of any mank calling merely, but rather of his own actions in it. Sheila and Karen satisfy their sweet- tooths? KAREN KLEIN He who thinks for himself, and rarely imitates, is a free man. 92 LOIS BLITZ r My mind is gay, but my soul is melancholy. MARY ANN ZAK nHonest good humor is the oil and wine of a merry meeting. iiWhat is it, girlsiw Karen Lee Klein Mary Ann Lefelhocz Whois Who Janice Clare George Sheila Ann Rohen Whois Who Among Students in American Universi- ties and Colleges is designed to inspire students to ren- der greater service. Recognition is an honor based upon scholarship, leadership, co-operation in educational and extra-curricular activities, general citizenship, and prom- ise of future usefulness. The students qualifying for this honor were first officially recommended by the administration and fac- ulty of the college and then accepted by the national organization. We of Saint John College are proud of Helen Annette Churnega our representatives in Whois Who. Marie Elizabeth Sgro Mary Ann Lefelhocz Sheila Ann Rohen Kappa Gamma Pi Janice Clare George ttTo set a high standard of character, scholarship, service and lead- ership during the college years by emphasizing the value of scholarly Susan Mary Boehm endeavor and campus leadership, by encouraging active participation of members of Kappa Gamma Pi in Church and secular fieldsit is the purpose of Kappa Gamma Pi, the national scholastic and activity , . . society of Catholic Womenis Colleges. SPCClal Recognltlon Students who have regularly attended the nominating college for two years, have been outstanding leaders in co-curricular activities, and have graduated with distinction from a member college merit election to this society. A special award was given to Miss Congratulations and blessings to the members of the Class of 1960 5115311 Boehm in recognition Of her 011t- who have been accepted as members of Kappa Gamma Pi. May they standing service to the college. 5115355 continue as leaders in ttFaith and Serviceii the Kappa motto, which is enthusiasm and willingness to contribute so aptly signified by the cross and a wheel upon the Kappa pin. in CVCFY way has merited her this award. 94 Final Convocation A buoyant expectancy filled the audi- ence on May 25, 1960ethe day of annual awards. Education seniors excitedly re- ceived the coveted Ohio State Certificate to teach. Nursing seniors breathlessly ac- cepted the college seal which signihes their status as graduate nurses. Red Cross Association cited those who contributed time and talent to cheer the sick at the Veterans Hospital. Whots Who and Kappa Gamma Pi proudly announced the 1960 members. Sacristans received special rec- ognition for keeping the house of the Lord. . t , v 5 '- M xv, - ,L May 25 1960ea day Of rejoicing and Msgr. Navin presents the Archbishop Schrembs Graduate Scholarship to Sister . . . Mc ' ' ' ,. . . reward for work well done while strivmg W cabnm Femmt C S A for wisdom. The guest speaker, Frank J. Hanrahan, M.D., reminded the audience that this striving is not yet ended and that we must continue ttto give some time, some thought, and some effort to cultivat- ing our individual personalities as images and likenesses--in intellect and wi11-to God? Msgr. Navin presents the College Seal to Miss Judy Paryzek. Frank J. Hanrahan, M.D. giving the address to the graduating seniors. Msgr. Navin presents the Ohio State Teaching Certificate to Miss Lucia Wisialkowski. Graduation June 11, 1960eSaturday morning at nine-thirty. Following a Pontifical Low Mass the Most Reverend Floyd L. Be- gin, Auxiliary Bishop of Cleveland, con- ferred degrees upon 103 gradUates. Thir- teen religious students received degrees of Master of Science in Education, twen- ty-flve nursing students received the de- gree of Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and eighty-eight education students re- ceived the degree of Bachelor of Science in Education. The Most Reverend James W. Ma- lone, Auxiliary Bishop of Youngstown, gave the Commencement address. In a practical discussion of the place of the private college in the American educa- tional system, he pointed out the impor- tance of and the problems facing private colleges. He was most generous in his praise of the faculty, religious and lay , . , students of St. John College. t , Faculty, family, and friends gathered in the college foyer and garden to con- Father McDonough leads the procession of the graduating students into the Cathedral for the Commencement ceremony. gratulatc the graduates. The Graduation Mass, offered by the Most Reverend Bishop Floyd L. Begin. One of the graduates receiving the academic hood and degree from Bishop Begin. This page damned by Paryzek Ford Sales. The academic hood and degree being presented to a graduate by Bishop Begin with Msgrs. Haren and Navin assisting. The Most Reverend Bishop James W. Malone giving the Commencement ad- dress. Father MeDonough leads the reeessional of the faculty and graduates from the Cathedral after the ceremony. The recessional of the clergy after the Com- mencement ceremony. This page donated by Stickle and Associates. Patrons Mr. and Mrs. Pascual Acosta Mr. and Mrs. Raymond A. Bell Mr. and Mrs. Louis Bienko Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Bills Jean F. Blaha Joanne G. Boerweinkle Rose Marie Butkiewicz Reverend Nelson Callahan Mr. and Mrs. John P. :Ceponis Mr. and Mrs. T. Pierre Champion Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Czech Mr. and Mrs. Wm. R. Daley Mr. and Mrs. Serafm Diaz Mr. and Mrs. Ralph L. Dorris Mr. and Mrs. Anton J Eppich Mr. and Mrs. Larry Farrell J. Robert Fleming Mr. and Mrs. R. E. George Mr. and Mrs. Felix Granzeier Mr. and Mrs. A. Guschwan Major and Mrs. William Hoffman Marian S. Holmes Mrs. Joseph H. Hood Mr. Mr. M r. and Mrs. Charles Jedlicka, Jr. and Mrs. H. N. Justeson and Mrs. William R. Kirk . and Mrs. Albert King . and Mrs. Howard Klein . and Mrs. A. E. Kuhn Barbara A. Laczko Mrs. Anna Lee Mr. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Liller 98 and Mrs. John A. Lefelhocz Lucille Mack Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Manak Doris S. Mann Reverend James P. McDonough Mr. and Mrs. Stephen McNulty Loretta E. Mersy Rt. Rev. Msgr. Joseph T. Moriarty Mr. and Mrs. Michael Moskal Rt. Rev. Msgr. Thomas J. Murphy Rt. Rev. Msgr. Robert B. Navin Mr. and Mrs. Cam Norton Una O,Malley Robert Oszlanyi Mr. and Mrs. James Paryzek, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Petkovsek Dr. A. R. Pohto Mr. and Mrs. William Ponikvar Mr. and Mrs. Steve Prunchak Mrs. Viola Rinehart Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Rohen Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Schneider M1 . and Mrs. A. Sgro Mr. and Mrs. Carl Singer Doctor and Mrs. W. E. Sroub Margaret E. Stearns Mr. and Mrs. John J. Steber Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Takacs Nora Todd Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Tomasek M1 . and Mrs. O. J. Van Tilburg Miss Emilie VViemels Mr. and Mrs. Walter Wisialkowski Dr. and Mrs. J. M. Wittenbrook Sponsors Thelma Abood Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Bailey Mr. and Mrs. XV. Belinger 3, b-u 1'. and Mrs. Paul Blanchard Mr. and Mrs. Max G. Boehm Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. Brown Marie Carley Dolores Chelmins Mm John Cimperman Miss Lucille G. Crime Mr. and Mrs. Frank Cwiklinski Mrs. Frank Dittoe Margaret Dommm Mr. and Mrs. Theron Eddy Kathleen Evans Edward J.Ha1:don Jacqueline Heed Mr. and Mrs. John H. Henzel Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hirsch Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hocglcr Mr. and Mrs. Harry Holzhcimcr Elizabeth A. Horrocks Mr. and Mrs. Stephen A. Hovzm Mr. and Mrs. XVillizun A. Keefe Mr. and Mrs. Andrew B. Kelly Reverend James M. Killecn Mrs. Betty Kirsch Hclcn Ledger Mr. and Mrs. August LeVanti Mr. and Mrs. Wm. C. Loehr Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Ford Catherine McInnerncy Mr. and Mrs. John J. McNamara Mr. and Mrs. S. Mesczm Mr. and Mrs. Z. Wm. Miklos The C. H. Moshcr Family Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Norton Mr. and Mrs. Valle O'Donnell David O'Neill Mr. and Mrs. 17 rank Parrcnt Geraldine A. Rini Anna May Ryan Mr. and Mrs. John Sabo Dr. llona Sandor Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Seman Senior DePaduzms of Our Lady of Angels Geraldine Shandor Mrs. A. J. Sibbing Mr. zmd Mrs. John Sibel Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Sisk Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Spacek Mrs. Stella Suki Margaret M. VVillmoLt Mr. and Mrs. Earl E. Young Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Zzlrgel 100 Patrons Religiom mm' Efzrlmtz'mml Olgmzlizafzblz; and Ilmmmm Sisters 01Charity 01 St. Augustine 5232 Broadview, West RichHeld, 0. Sisters of the Holy Ghost 10102 Granger Rd., Garfleld Heights, 0. Sisters of the Holy Humility of Mary Villa Maria Convent, Villa Maria, Pa. Sisters of the Incarnate Word 6618 Pearl Rd., Parma, 0. Sisters of the Most Holy Trinity 21320 Euclid Ave. Sisters of Notre Dame 1325 Ansel Rd. Sisters of St. Dominic 1230 1A7. Market St., Akron, 0. Sisters of St. Joseph 3430 Rocky River Drive Sisters of St. Joseph, Third Order of St. Francis 12215 Granger Rd., Garfield Heights, 0. Vincentizm Sisters of Charity 1160 Broadway, Bedford, 0. Cleveland Diocesan Retreat House 18485 Lake Shore Boulevard Marymount Hospital 12300 McCracken Rd. St. Alexis Hospital 5163 Broadway Ave. St. Ann Hospital 2175 East Boulevard Alpha Gamma St. john College Bishop John R. Hagan Chapter of the Student Education Association St. John College Chi Delta Nu St. John College Class 01 1961 St. John College Class of 1962 St. John College Class 01 1963 St. John College Confmternity of Christian Doctrine St. John College Glee Club St. John College Lay Alumnae Association St. John College Sodzllily of Our Lady of Fatima St. John College Student Association St. John College 101 Business Patrons Agmzm and Son Market A-Royal Dry Cleaning Service 1817 E 13th St. Berkens Electric Company 1705 Rockwell Ave. Best Printing Company 15409 St. Clair Ave. Brooklyn Window Cleaning Inc. 5301 State Rd. Brucks Nurses Outfitting Co., Inc. 1249 Washington Boulevard, Detroit, Mich. Cavoli Restaurant 11517 Clifton Boulevard Chef Hector Restaurant 823 Prospect Ave. Compliments of a Friend Compliments of a Friend Dolesh Bros, Inc. 3520 Trowbridge Ave. Evarts-Tremaine-Flicker Co. 816 Union Commerce Bldg. Fisher Foods Inc. 2323 Lakeside Ave. Food Dispensing C0. 2021 E. 32nd St. Fred Epple Co. 10540 VViIbur Ave. GonnunvLavelle Plumbing and Heating Co. 2341 East 22nd St. Harwill Ice Cream Co. 6519 Carnegie Ave. Lester Camera Company 1758 East 12th St. Marshall Smith Inc. 1 1026 Superior Ave. Martin Printing Co. 640 Caxton Building Orban's Flowers 11520 Buckeye Rd. Paryzek Ford Sales West Center St., Burton, Ohio Radebaugh-Fetzer C0. 1737 East 12th St. Standard Apparel C0. 3925 Kelly Ave. Standard Producc-MarceHino and Sons Stern Swimming Pool Corp. 20690 Lorain Ave. Stickle and Associates 2422 Prospect Ave. Sunray Films 2108 Payne 1Vomen's Federal Savings and Loan Association 320 Superior Ave. 102 1 Acknowledgements i i i i The class of 1960 has endeavored to illustrate through this yearis i Lec-tern, life at Saint John College during the year 1959-1960. Many people have assisted us and to them we extend our sincere apprecia- 1 tion. To the administration, the faculty, especially Mr. Gilchrist, the E clerical staff, to the Spiegel Studio, the Keller Publishing Company, 1 especially Mr. Bruce A. Wilson, to our patrons and sponsors, to all t the class moderators, especially Sister M. Canisius, O.S.U., to our be- 1 loved parents, classmates and friends we extend a humble thank you i and ask: i 90 God, who by the grace of the Holy Spirit hast poured into 1 the hearts of thy faithful the gifts of Charity; grant to thy servants for whom we implore Thy mercy, health both of body and soul; that they may love Thee with all their strength, and cheerfully perform those things which are pleasing unto Thee. Through Christ our Lord? Amen$ :kReprinted with permission from Blessed Be God by the Very Rev. Charles J. Callahan, O.P., and Very Rev. John A. Mc- ' Hugh, O.P., e 1925 by P. J. Kenedy 8: Sons. 103 The End is the Beginning . . . . . anmmwm 1 HA VE PRA YED AND WISDOM WAS GIVEN TO ME; I HAVE INVOKED THE LORD AND THE SPIRIT OF UNDERSTANDING CAME TO ME . . . AND WITH IT ALL GOOD? BOOK OF WISDOM, CHAPTER VII 104 This book printed by VELVATONE, a special process of litho- graphic printing. Sole producers: Wm. J. Keller Inc., Buffalo, N. Y. No other prin ting firm is authorized to use the Velvatone method. . I m . 5 417,3...Ig . . . . r i ........ . PD: .1. 38. 7:1 awwwwz KKWW