Villanova University - Belle Air Yearbook (Villanova, PA)

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PmJlif WE DEDICATE To the great sorrow of not only the Belle Air staff but also the University and the Augustinian Order, Father Falvey passed away unexpectedly on April 2, 1962. It is particularly regrettable that Father Falvey never knew the yearbook was to be dedicated to him in grateful appreciation of his many years of service to it. The dedication of this, the 40th edition of the Belle Air, serves a dual purpose. It pays tribute to someone whose work has greatly influenced our education at Villanova University. In some small measure, it shows the appreciation felt by this staff and its many predecessors for the great efforts he has expended for the Belle Air. We take pride in dedicating this year’s record to the Reverend Daniel Patrick Falvey, O.S.A. After entering the Augustinian order, Father Falvey was enrolled in Villanova as a student and graduated in 1931 with a Bachelor of Arts. In 193 5 he received his Bachelor of Arts in Library Science from George Washington University. He attained a degree of Master of Science in Library Science from Columbia University in 1940. In 1958 he received a Doctor of Library Science from St. Francis College, Lorctto, Penn- sylvania. After completing his studies for the priesthood, Father Falvey was assigned to Villanova as assistant librarian to Father Toucher. Since that time he has become librarian (1940) and was, until 1961, Chairman of the Department of Library Science. His achievements extend far beyond the bounds of the teaching and administrative posts he had filled with great distinction. He has been appointed to numerous high posts in national library societies. By his energetic drive, he has helped raise funds for our present library building, and under his direction, its collec- tion has more than doubled. His demonstrated capacity for leadership has nurtured the growth of the Villanova Publication Conference from a local effort to aid Philadel- phia schools to a conference of national importance. In 193 5 Father Falvey became the moderator of the Belle Air and retained that position for 25 years. During that time he took an active interest in it and its editors. Father made its editors more than passing figures, for each year every fifth editor is invited back to the Annual Belle Air Banquet. It is mainly through his efforts and constant concern that the Belle Air has become an active and energetic part of the campus publications. It is through his influence that the lives of the students and those of the Belle Air staffs have been greatly enriched. For this, we offer our thanks and this tribute.

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W IF THE!Unmmiij The Administration serves by providing for the faculty and students a composite of curriculum and guidance. Both faculty and students have the advantages of the modern facilities provided by the University. Mendel Hall, with the newest scientific equipment available, is an example of the numerous tools supplied to its personnel. The University re- ceives interest on its investment; however, by hav- ing a faculty that is not only professionally capable, but also concerned with the welfare of the Uni- versity itself. Through a guiding Administration added to a conscientious and competent faculty coupled with an atmosphere of modern classrooms, the student find the caliber of education he seeks.