Villanova University - Belle Air Yearbook (Villanova, PA)

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Who guide our Six years ago when Father McGuire assumed the office of President, he could see that the road ahead, with its post- war influx of war veterans and its consequent strain on every facility, would be a severe test for Villanova and himself. As we look about us, we can sec that Villanova under his guidance has survived the rigid test. Our three new buildings and record breaking enrollment each year testify to the fact. Father's success as President is not surprising to those who know him, for in his previous positions as Vice- President, Dean, Counselor and Instructor, his work was exceptional. This record of achievement combined with a calm and genial manner cannot but win the respect and high esteem of both his colleagues and students. THE OFFICE of President entails a wide range of supervisory responsibility. Father McGuire's reputation as a capable ad- ministrator was established long ago by former positions he held. He is an inspiration to his department heads in shaping the history of Villanova. FROM ALL INDICATIONS Father McGuire and Eduard Marilley are pleased with the contents of a letter received from a mutual friend. Father McGuire is always interested in student progress and enjoys hearing from recent graduates about their attainments.

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of men . FATHER DOUGHERTY'S proposal seems to have challenged omc thought. New pcliciet and revising current procedures, when advisable, are often discussed informally by the board members, as they prepare for the meeting to convene. THE VERY REVEREND John T. Sheehan. O.S.A., Provincial of the Augustinian Order and Chairman of the Board of Trus- tees, chats with Father McMenamin, Procurator of the College, on his way to a board meeting.

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♦ ♦ ♦ accomplishments The position of Dean of the College has been capably filled by Reverend Edward M. Dwyer, O.S.A., since its creation in 1944. The unification of all academic study at Villanova, the co-ordination of all classes from the viewpoint of both the student and the faculty come under the scrutiny of the Dean. His position, therefore, demands close contact with the student in order to have a true understanding of the special problems of each and the difficulties of the student body as a whole. Father Dwyer's edu- cational background includes a Doctorate from Wurzburg, and graduate study in Berlin and Rome. Before becoming Dean, Father was Associate Pro- fessor of Philosophy at Villanova. He continues with some classroom work even now, in the same field of his beloved Philosophy. As Dean of Men and Moderator of Athletics, Reverend Edward B. McKee, O.S.A., occupies one of tHo most demanding administrative positions. The supervision of non-academic functions comes under the jurisdiction of his office. Another duty is that of liaison officer between the Athletic Board and coaches in the planning and carrying out of their intercollegiate athletic schedules. In addition to these tasks are his positions as assistant to the Presi- dent in the formulation of school policies and direct- ing of student housing for all resident students. Years of experience as Educator, Counselor, Modera- tor of the Villanovan, and Director of Intramural Athletics, have given Father McKee the experience required to solve his numerous problems.