St Vincent College - Tower Yearbook (Latrobe, PA)

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Ill' lllilii il' lllill lt Social problems and trends represent the basic elements of interest to the Sociological Academy. Through tours of corrective and medical institu- tions, movies on the people and cultures of various coun- tries, and distinguished speak- ers from the professional field, members obtain concrete data on current social problems. ln addition, spirited and informa- tive discussions lead to a clearer understanding and practical solutions of these situations. Various other functions and their active participation in University affairs make the Sociological Academy cm inter- esting and constructive organi- zation.

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254 Walt Helnning, prefect, Dick Peck, alumni prefect, Father Mouller, Assistant Moderator, Lois Cahill secretary, Ray De Georgeo, vice-prefect. One of the largest and most influential organizations on the University campus, number- ing over 100 members, the 'Sodality was estab- lished at U. of D. May 18, 1940. Its primary purposes are to foster in its members devotion, reverence and love toward the Blessed Virgin Mary, to assist in the sancti- fication of themselves and their neighbor, and to propagate the Sodality Way of Life in student life at the University, the parish, and other fields of Apostolic activity. Evidence of Sodality endeavors are shown in the Lenten Rosary, campus retreats, and bull sessions. They also assist in the 'formation of sodalities in high schools, nurses homes, and other universities. Annual picnics and occasional mixers con- tribute to the social life of the members. The highlight of their social season, Rhapsody in Blue, is an annual dance open to all students. Proceeds are'used to send Sodalists to S.S.C.A. and closed retreats.

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George Lee, Ginny Nestin, Charles Bono, Shirley Lewis, Shirley Beaupre, Emery Biro, Leon Zukowski, Fr. Arthur A. Loveley, Edna Good- win, Charles Seguin, Floyd Oldford, Beth Lynch, and Ben Davis. Sta nd i ng: Emery Biro, president, Fr. Loveley. S e a te d: George Lee, I treasurer, Leon Zukowski, l vice-president. The Human Relations Club has as its aim the elimination of racial preiudice and discrimination from campus and from city. To achieve this end, the club members speak in fifty high schools per year and to adult groups of all types. Movies, in cooperation with campus groups, an annual guest speaker, a childrens' Christmas party, and a summer seminar are other methods of realizing the goal of interracial iustice and charity. The club has attained city-wide recognition through affiliation with the Catholic interracial Council, Mayor's Coordinating Council on Human Relations, and the National Conference of Christians and Jews.