Stern College for Women - Kochaviah Yearbook (New York, NY)

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:i! Wi Through the guidance and direction of Dr. Morris Epstein, Z ' l, the English department developed its fine reputation and unique character. He was a man whose synthesis of the secular and the religious enhanced both realms. In his dealings with students he displayed astuteness and sensitivity. The Stern Col- lege Class of 1974 has dedicated its yearbook to this man. Our theme is drawn from his philosophy — both stress commitment to Torah, Israel and the Jewish people. We hope that this yearbook will be a lasting remembrance of Dr. Morris Epstein, his inspiration will surely remain with us forever.

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3 December 1973 From far away, I join you in shock and bereave- ment. It ' s at moments like this that we are reduced to remem.bering snatches of elegies that we ' ve taught over and over again, but only as a kind of intellectual exercise, and now, faced with the reality we ask what is it all worth. And then go on, for it is worthwhile — the only bulwark we have against the Spectre ' s conquest of life. This is as Morris wanted it. As we all know, Morris ' imprint upon the depart- ment is permanent. I ' m certain that when we are all in retirement, the practices and traditions he led us into will still exist. And if we happen to go els- where, then we shall carry some of what he did with us to transplant it. Isn ' t that the finest tribute and the greatest consolation? From Jerusalem — Yours, Dan.

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YESHIVA UNIVERSITY AMSTERDAM AVENUE AND ia6TH STREE1 NEW YORK, N. Y. 10033 OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT June 6, 1974 I am pleased to join the Class of 1974 in paying tribute to the late Dr. Morns Epstein. As an alumnus and teacher he fulfilled in his life the ideals and aspira- tions of our beloved institution. Though his death was tragic and untimely, may his life inspire all who knew him. It is with special pleasure that I extend congratulations to the 1974 graduating class of Stern College for Women. Your class represents the culmination of two decades of growth and achievement which was merely a dream when Stern College was founded twenty years ago. I extend to you my best wishes for the future. You go forward from Stern College to face new challenges which will draw on the knowledge and strength you have gained through your studies in the liberal arts and sciences combined with the moral and spiritual teachings of Judaism. These will be your tools in the years ahead as the Jewish community turns to you for leadership, for inspiration, for committment to Torah and to Israel. It is you who will carr ' forward our sacred traditions. May you be granted the vigor and well-being to meet the challenges which lie ahead. Dr. Samuel Belkin