Villanova University - Belle Air Yearbook (Villanova, PA)

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IN REVIEW WITH the graduation of the Class of 1938, the Very Rev. Edward V. Stanford, OS.A., will complete his sixth year as President of Villanova College. It seems fitting that we review the outstanding events of his term of office. After the Great Fire had swept through the halls of St. Thomas' Monastery, the year of Father Stan- ford's appointment, distinguishing landmarks planted themselves firmly in the soil of Villanova. Father Stanford's varied activities in the educational and clerical world, and his appointment to nation-wide committees have popularized the name of Villanova among influential circles. His able assistant, Rev. Bernard M. Albers, O.S.A., at the same time, has improved campus life for the student. New extra-curricular activities have taken root in the past six years, making the student's leisure hours interesting. A vast intra-mural league in all sports and entertainment was inaugurated to stim- ulate competition between the various halls German, Science, History, and Music Seminars have recently been added to the other cultural societies. A Symphonic Band joined the ranks of music to compete against swing Merit Awards are presented at the close of the year. At the climax of the social season, a Mother's Day is offered for the benefit of our parents. Nationally famous orchestras have supplied the rhythms for the outstanding social func- tions. While the gymnasium was quickly and conveniently converted to auditorium, ballroom or theatre. Those who have graduated have not forgotten Villanova. Local alumni clubs have been established in numerous cities. The Villanova Alumnus reaches the homes of the graduates. Homecoming Day is held each year. In the turn of the clock, Villanova has not failed to keep pace with the inventive and literary world. The Li- brary of Congress System has been installed in the college library. Teaching by motion pictures has been introduced Textbooks by our own teachers have been published and are in present use. Members of the faculty have been encour- aged to seek higher degrees in their spe- cialized fields. A Retirement Plan for the faculty has been adopted. To Carl T. Humphrey and Charles A. McGeehan, who have passed away while contributing their minds and bodies to the welfare of the College, we extend our per- sonal and spiritual gratitude. Seventeen

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IN MEMORIAM CARL THOMAS HUMPHREY, M.S., D.Sc. Dean of the School of Engineering Moy 2,1884 — February 6, 1938 whose death during the past year was a loss to students, faculty and alumni; and who will always be remembered and appreciated for his mony years of splendid work at Villanova College.

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PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD Very Rev. Mortimer A. Sullivan O.S.A., S.T.L., LL.D. BOARD OF TRUSTEES PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD Very Rev. Mortimer A. Sullivan O.S.A., S.T.L., LL.D. SECRETARY OF THE BOARD Rev. Francis E. Tourscher O.S.A., A M., D.D. TREASURER OF THE BOARD Very Rev. Edward V. Stanford O.S.A., MS., LL.D. MEMBERS Rev. Paul F. Healy O.S.A., A.M. Rev. Charles J. Melchior O.S.A., A.M. Mr. J. Stanley Smith LL.D. Mr. William Simpson