St Vincent College - Tower Yearbook (Latrobe, PA)

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CHRISTMAS DINNER Annually, iust before the seasonal exodus of homegoing collegians, prepsters, and seminarians, an invitation goes out from the Chancellor's office in Leander Hall to all of the St. Vincent community, inviting every- one to join in celebrating the completion of another successful year by sharing a friendly feast in the Sportsman's Hall gym. Boister- ous smalltalk ranging from local scuttlebut, through vollying cut sessions, to necessari- ly abbreviated discussions of bi-party poli- tics gradually raises the noise level to that of a small riot. The administrative table be- gins to fill slowly, then with haste. Archabbot Strittmatter, in one of his rare appearances before his entire family, moves surely and smilingly through acres of tables to his place at the head table and, after a measure of silence has been commended by the rapping of silver on glass, asks God's blessing on all present. The Christmas dinner formally be- gins. Before this evening is complete, all in- volved will have eaten, joined in the carol- ing, clapping, and iokes, received a final blessing from Father Archabbot, been de- lighted by Father Arthur's choral contata, seen a movie especially chosen to comple- ment the mood, and, finally, spent the re- mainder of an evening of comradship just clowning around, making good use of those final hours before the long trip home for Christmas. Above: Christmas Mass,- Above right: Seminarians' C h r i s t m a s decorationsg right: St. Xavier's Choirg Bottom right: Christmas Dinner entertainment. rf Q- 'HP -f Q' 1- 1

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LENS AND SHUTTER CLUB The Lens cmd Shutter Club was organized for the unique purpose of fostering the art of photography. The club also performs the service of providing pictures for all St. Vin- cent publications. Members of this organi- zation learn the techniques of good photog- raphy, including composition techniques and dark room procedures. They are also per- mitted to utilize the facilities of the club, provided all chemicals and equipment have been allocated by the proper authority and used for the specific purpose designed. The club is moderated by Mr. Melinchak. Lett to Righty Kneeling: j. Valensic, G. Wiegandp Stand- ing: T. Skoloda, j. Fuchs, j. Kirk, D. Paluselli, j. Shields, D. Paluselli, N. Dicuccio, C. Schardong, D. Romeo. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY One of the most active and beneficial or- ganizations on campus is the St. Vincent de Paul Society. By the practice of good works the club promotes the spiritual welfare of its members. Among its most noteworthy ac- tivities are weekly visits to the Latrobe Hos- pital, Old Folks Home and the Childrens Home in Greensburg. The older members teach catechism in Avonmore. The club also holds a Christmas party and picnics for the children in the Home. By work and sacrifice the members, under the moderator, Father Leo, bring a little share of warmth and hap- piness into the hearts of the unfortunate and needy. Left to Right: D. Rhea, R. Zorn, E. Zorn, B. Ellert, j. Ward, O. Perez, B. Ruddy, D. Ritz, J. Fuchs, T. Maile, G. Bordell, A. Francanni, C. Wysochanski, J. Glotz, S. Svach, D. Sgungle, J. Eckenroth, T. McDonald, C. Tyson, j. Colle, j. Kujovsky, G. Wiegand, B. Citrone. l .