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Published by the Parents’ Association/La Salle University/Philadelpha, PA 19141 April, 1988 Volume 4, Number 2 Brother Andrew The 125th Named Parents’ Commencement Coordinator Slated for Brother Andrew Bartley, F.S.C., Director of Community Relations and instructor in May 15, 1988 the university’s English Department, was The governor of Pennsylvania, a Nobel named moderator of the Parents’ Asso­ Peace prize winner, and the director of ciation for 1988-89 by Dr. Fred Foley, Jr., arms control and disarmament agency Vice President for Development. The will be honored at the university’s 125th appointment is effective on July 1, 1988. commencement at the Civic Center on Brother Charles Gresh, F.S.C., Director May 15, 1988. of the Annual Fund, has served as Par­ The bachelor’s degree will be conferred ents’ co-ordinator since the inception of on 841 students; the master’s degree will the Parents’ Association in July, 1984. be conferred on 369 graduate students. Under his direction, two parent groups Robert P. Casey was elected Governor begun in the 1940’s, the La Salle Guild of Pennsylvania in 1986. He has focused (women) and the La Salle Associates (men), his efforts on economic development, emerged as the Parents’ Association. education and the environment. Presently, parents of Day undergraduate Elie Wiesel, a writer, educator and phil­ students are automatically members of osopher has been described as “the spiri­ the Parents’ Association. As part of its in­ tual archivist of the holocaust.” In the formational mission, parents receive fre­ words of his biographer, Robert McAfee quent communiques from the University Brown, he is “ a messenger to all human­ Governor Robert P. Casey including a newsletter each semester. ity” whose “ themes touch us all.” Major General William F. Burns, a lang­ uage major who graduated from La Salle in 1954, is the chief advisor to President Reagan and Secretary Schultz in matters of arms control. He also holds a master’s degree in International Relations from Princeton University. The Baccalaureate Liturgy will take place at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul at 2:30. This will be followed by the Faculty- Graduate reception on campus from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Dr. Elie Wiesel

The Ranger unit of the ROTC captured around campus first place among 18 colleges and univer­ Br. Andrew Bartley sities at a Fort Dix competition...For the Parents’ Coordinator Applications for undergraduate day third consecutive year, five actors from freshmen for the Fall, 1988 term are run­ the London stage (Actors-in-Residence Through the Parents’ Committee, parents ning over 10 per cent above this time last Program of the Alliance for Creative assist in the recruiting process for new stu­ year...Over 30 students spent the spring Theater Education and Research) visited dents as well as help with the University’s semester recess rehabilitating homes La Salle, enlivened classes, and presen­ fundraising efforts. In the past three years in Camden, N.J., Kentucky and West Vir­ ted programs on Jane Austen, George of its existence, for example, the grand to­ ginia. Brother Patrick Ellis, president, Bernard Shaw and Shakespeare...Faculty tal of Parents’ Fund has quadrupled. will receive an honorary LL.D. at the 100th continues to probe the question of the “Although I enjoyed tremendously being commencement of Scranton Univer­ nature of a “Catholic University” an integral part of the Parents’ Associa­ sity...The president of La Salle signed an Recent academic area appointments in­ tion from its beginning,” Brother Charles agreement with Delaware Valley Col­ clude: Fasaha Mvumbuzi Traylor, Di­ Gresh said, “I realize that with the increase lege establishing a joint venture between rector of the Urban Center and David P. in alumni annually and with the diversi­ La Salle University and Delaware Valley Weitzel, Director of Admissions and fied programs in our Annual Fund, there College. Beginning September, 1988, Marketing, Graduate Business Pro­ is a real need for me to concentrate my MBA classes will be offered on the DVC grams.The four remaining Victorian efforts with the alumni. Brother Andrew’s campus. Academic policies for this joint continued on page 3 venture will be the responsibility of LSU... continued on page 3 1

-1 7 2 4 (1920’s-30’s) “The of Prints Acting President Dr. William Serri. Dr. This Spring (1690-1734) entitled at the Museum at New at the Museum Br. Br. Emery Mollenhauer La SalleArt Museum Arthur W. W. Arthur Heintzelman.” Exhibit Through May 8th: lower Olneylevel, Hall —on loan by Donald Smith E. A collection of etchings portrait painting by by painting Noel Nicolas Coypel On On following the of path in Rembrandt Acquired through donatedfunds by “REST ON FLIGHT INTO EGYPT’ A major 18th century French Rococo Brother Patrick Ellis, whose the tenure is Brother Ellis, Patrick Brother Patrick will, however,Brotherwill, Patrick attend The provost, Brother Emery Mollen- Sabbatical President on Salle, has begun a six month sabbatical begun month Salle, sabbatical has six a ending October 1, 1988. The Board of term in he as third began sabbatical his longest of any president to serveLa at 1987.January, At time that he made the representation to the Boardaccept­ that ing leave ofthe construction the during might be inappropriate. library Hence, the delay. ment weekend.ment be will called hauer, as acting President, Brother Emery was named vice president Trustees had originally suggested the Alumni Reunion ’88 the and Commence­ for ofthe in by-laws the institution. foracademic La at affairs Salle University in 1969, after having served dean as of the university’s evening the university’s division for the previous eight In years. 1977, ofthe title officially changed to “Provost.” Hejoined the college’s chief academic officer was the La Salle in staff 1960.

2 In reviewingand In Jim Mary Ryan returns, Salle University, Salle University, Philadelphia, PA 19141. ly urge who those urge donely haven’t to send so, as those whoas have not contributed to do June 30,paign, 1988. said, “said, Since we are close to our goal in we year, strong­ anniversary important this to gift their the Association.Parents’ La so before the end of the Parents’ cam­ Six hundred parents have hundred parents Six contributed Chaircouple Jim and Mary Ryan and the The Connelly Library dedication on March 20, 1988 concluded with the singing of the Thomas K. Gilhool, secretary ofeducation for the Commonwealth ofPennsylvania and qua, Archbishop ofPhiladelphia: Brother Patrick Ellis, F.S.C., president: Honorable NationalAnthem. Participants were (left to right): Most Reverend Anthony J. Bevilac- Parents’ Fund Update Fund Parents’ Jean W. Haley, director o f library services. appeal, appeal, $39,000 pledged was a result as Parents’ CommitteeParents’ extend gratitude their $31,300 toward the 1988 Parents’ Fund of ofstaffed a phonathons; series student outstanding. $8,000 still is to all parents who have sent in their gifts. who toparents gifts. their haveall in sent goal of $50,000. addition In to the mail They urge those whoThey those have urge pledged well as The Connelly Library expectedis to be fullin operation August, 1988. Photo credit: Kelly & Massa Parents’ Coordinator continued from page 1 experience, personality and enthusiasm,” he added, “qualifies him to be an excellent How to Make a La Salle Freshman Parents’ Co-ordinator.” A Christian Brother for more than 40 In Six Easy Steps years, Brother Andrew served La Salle as Director of Admissions from 1972-77, a period marking the university’s begin­ 1. Begin with 609 full-time freshmen participants in a survey developed jointly by nings as a co-educational institution. He the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and the American Council on served as principal of both Trinity High Education (ACE) and conducted by La Salle’s Counseling Center. The survey School, Harrisburg (1962-68) and La Salle was a part of a national program to collect information on the characteristics of College High School, Wyndmoor (1977- first-time full-time freshmen entering college. 1987), officially designated as one of the 2. Mix together gently the following ingredients: nation’s model schools in 1985. This year 18 years old— 1987 high school graduate with a B or B + average— he completed a ten-year term as a mem­ living on campus (60%)— have some concern about finances. ber of the university’s Board of Trustees. 3. Continue mixing while blending family information: —an estimated parental income between $40,000 and $45,000. —parental education with 46% of the fathers and 23% of the mothers having at least one college degree. —a family composed of three to four persons dependent on parents for support, —college financial assistance from parents and other savings. —add religious preference: Roman Catholic. 4. Sprinkle in freshmen choices to add substance— Because of the good academic reputation and ability of the graduates to acquire good jobs, 71% have chosen La Salle first when selecting a college. —The most popular reason for attendance at college was “to get a better job.” —The major fields of study selected were Business and Biological Sciences. —Careers chosen were accountants, business executives and undecided careers. —68% of the freshman plan to obtain advanced degrees. Br. Charles Gresh 5. Set aside the above ingredients and begin mixing together some personal Outgoing Coordinator viewpoints. Brother Andrew is enthusiastic about his —Add the personal objectives: newly assigned position. “After years of 1. “be an authority in some field” witnessing the vitality and sensitivity par­ 2. “be very well off financially” ents contribute to a school family,” he 3. “get married” said, “I look forward to encouraging a 4. “raise a family” deepening of that essential relationship 5. "help others in difficulty” already so well-established here by —a self-rating of above average in “drive to achieve” and “academic ability.” Brother Charles Gresh and the dedicated —select desired competencies as “a sense of self-worth,” “a capacity to have an impact on people and events,” “self-confidence" and "competency for a parents who have served as officers of the La Salle Parents’ Association.” specific vocation in preference." —to complete the recipe, add the following opinions: 1. “the government is not controlling pollution” 2. "the government is not promoting disarmament” Around Campus 3. “there is too much concern for criminals” continued from page 1 4. “the government is not protecting the consumer” houses on Wister Street, pur­ 5. “college increases earning power’ chased by the University in the 60’s, will 6. “nuclear disarmament is attainable” be demolished during April to accom­ 6. Finally, combine all ingredients into one La Salle University, and the finished modate the town houses to be built for product is a La Salle freshman. resident students...The offices of Urban Please note: toppings can be added according to personal taste. Studies Center, Payroll and Personnel, Alumni, Annual Fund and Planned Giv­ Further information and interpretation of the national survey for La Salle’s Class of ing will move into newly acquired office- 1991 is available in the Counseling Center which produced the thirty-two page trailers on the Good Shepherd property report. at Chew and Church Lane in mid-April... The removal of the book collection from the David Leo Lawrence Library and the Wister Annex to the new Con­ nelly Library will begin in mid-May...The opening of the Connelly Library is slated for August, 1988...The Campus Store in The 1988-1989 Academic Calendar the La Salle Union and the Textbook Fall Semester, 1988: Spring Semester, 1989: Store located under the East Stands at McCarthy Stadium will be combined in September 7 Classes Begin January 16 Classes begin Wister Annex along with a convenience October 31 Mid-semester holiday March 6-10 Mid-Semester holidays store; the Mailroom and Duplicating Ser­ November 24-25 Thanksgiving holidays March 24 to 27 Easter holidays vices will occupy the present site of the December 13 Last day of classes March 28 Day classes reconvene Textbook Store...The Lawrence Library December 14 Reading Day April 28 Classes end will house administrative offices...College December 15-21 Final Examinations May 1-5 Final Examinations Hall will then have more offices and December 22 Snowdate for finals May 14 Commencement classrooms for the School of Business Administration... 3 parent focus As a Philadelphia parent—or one visit­ ing here—you may have attended a Penn’s Landing summer festival, the “We the People” Celebration, a business con­ vention, or a city sporting event. A vital organization called The Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PCVB) plans and promotes such programs as well as assists other organizations with public events. The President of the PCVB is Thomas Muldoon, father of Tim ’90. Beginning his presidency in 1985, Mr. Muldoon has led the way for the develop­ ment of several new divisions under the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau. One such program, “Company’s Lionel Simmons Tracey Sneed Coming” is primarily a hospitality and in­ formation program designed to help visi­ tors know the times, days and places of • • • sports scene • • • of 58.4%, 5% better than Michael various events occurring in Philadelphia. Brooks’ four-year record.. This division distributes maps and bro­ Frank Bertucci • Tracey Sneed, MAAC Woman Player- Sports Information Director chures around town through police, taxi of-the-Year, led the nation in free The winter sports season closed on a drivers, waitresses and at various SEPTA throw shooting (151-165, 91.5%).. high note, with both the men’s and locations, 30th street station and the • Cheryl Reeve started more games, Philadelphia-International Airport— all women’s basketball teams earning NCAA 110, than any other woman player at Tournament berths. places where visitors are first introduced La Salle, and finished among the top The teams combined for one of the most to Philadelphia. 10 in 12 individual categories in her sensational closing runs in collegiate rec­ career.. ords... For instance: • Kelly Greenberg had school records • Neither team lost during the month of of 19 assists in one game, and 185 in February.. one season... • Both finished with school-record win­ Although both lost opening-round ning streaks, the men equalling the NCAA Tournament games, the Explorer one-season mark with 15 consecutive men and women combined for an unfor­ victories, the women setting a new gettable year. a record with 12 straight wins.. CD • Both won the regular-season MAAC Although the men’s and women’s swim­ championships.. ming teams finished second in the MAAC • La Salle was the first Division I school Championships, Explorers were the high in the country to have both its men’s point scorers in both meets...Barb Leut- and women’s teams win 20 games, ner ’88 was the top women’s scorer for Tom Muldoon AND win conference championships.. the second time in her four seasons, while Information booths, dubbed “Info to Go” • La Salle was one of only 9 schools to Jeff Gershe ’89 shared the honor with a have also been placed at key spots around have both teams play in the NCAA teammate for the third consecutive sea­ the city to allow visitors to contact the vis­ Tournament... son, this time with Eric Buhain ’91... itors centers directly. Other programs in­ And then there’s the individual stars: Gershe later won the Eastern Seaboard clude a sales department for corporate • Lionel Simmons, All-American, MAAC 1650-yard freestyle, after placing third meetings, The Philadelphia Sports Con­ Player-of-the-Year, broke Tom Gola’s and second as a freshman and sopho­ gress and festivals this summer in the season scoring record with 792 pts.. more, respectively...High jumper John Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing—the • Tim Legler, Academic All-American, Kovatch ’90 tied for third at the IC4A “Jambalaya Jam” (a touch of New Or­ played more games, 121, than any Indoor Championships at Princeton...The leans), “ River Blues” and “ Rock A Rama.” one else in La Salle history.. baseball team opened its season at the The PCVB will also act as the sales divi­ • Rich Tarr, MAAC Tournament MVP, Florida International Golder Panther Invi­ sion for the proposed convention center. became La Salle’s 30th 1000-pt. tational in Miami, and three players, A native of Brooklyn, New York, Thomas career scorer.. Darryl Birkherd ’89, Mark Iacovelli ’89 O. Muldoon attended Christian Brothers’ • Craig Conlin ended the season with a and Dave Mastropietro ’91 were named Schools for eight years and received a career field goal shooting percentage all- tournament. B.A. in History from Manhattan College in 1962. He began his professional career Resident Student Information in various administrative positions within the Loews Hotel Chain including the War­ May 2 Deadline for Refund of ’88 - ’89 Housing Application Deposit wick and Barclay Hotels in New York. In 1979, he moved to Philadelphia to open May 6 Final Exams End the Franklin Plaza as the General Mana­ All Residences Close at 6:00 P.M. ger. In 1982, he became the general May 6 - Aug. 6 Summer Student Housing Available The PARENTS’ NEWSLETTER sponsored manager at the Adam’s Mark Hotel on by the Office of Development, is published twice each academic year. It is mailed to par­ City Line Avenue and remained there un­ September 4 Freshman and Transfer Student ents of undergraduate Day students as well til he began his position with PCVB in Fall Check-In as the parents o f the Class o f 1987. Its goal is to keep parents better informed and more 1985. closely in touch with the University. The Edi­ Tom has six children and resides in Straf­ September 5-6 Upperclass Student Fall Check-In tor and Staff welcom e any suggestions ford, Pennsylvania with his wife, Karen. or ideas regarding this publication. September 7 Fall Semester Classes Begin He also enjoys coaching baseball, softball, Editor...Brother Charles Gresh, F.S.C. basketball and soccer. Assistant Editor...Richard Montgomery 4 1240 No. Broad closed (1948) L o c a tio n 20th St. 20th & St. Olney (1929) ElzearAlfred AnselmEdwin James Emilian Stanislaus Erminus Daniel Bernian Daniel Burke Ellis Patrick Denis Denis Edward Ennodius Richard Galbert Lucian Dorotheus Lewis Dominic Luke Gregorian Paul B ro th e rs 1917-1922 1928-1932 1941-1945 1945-1952 1952-1958 1911-1917 1922-1925 1925-1928 1932-1941 1945 1958-1969 1969-1977 1977- D a te s 5 The celebratingUniversity 125 is Thereits years. will be the customary On May 24, 1984 GovernorThornburgh reads a proclamation declar­ La Salle a newfinds location on the Belfield Twentieth at tract Street Carlisle Carlisle Hall now is completed generallyand is considered to be the On March 20 the Commonwealth of Pennsylvaniato a charter grants The home of Michel Bouvier (the greatgreat, grandfather ofJacqueline A building and four library dormitories are completed and dedicated. As the This year is ofperhaps the change significant most the school’s in The College moves to centera city location Filbert and Juniper at As with As most with organizations, La Salle grownhas and developed many with gradually 1987-1988 1983-1984 1983-1984 brary building will will be building brary dedicated. later date later these same becomewill items collectors’ items. proclamations, religious services, gatherings, and speeches. And once more, a new li­ ing Laing Salle to Thebe a university. school yearbook will was already so it press in appear the “ as La Salle College Explorer” ones future representwill but La Salle TheUni­ versity. college store will probably somesale a at run date future to dispose of its of stock emblazoned stationery and trinkets “ with La Salle College” and a much at 1951-1952 1951-1952 1970-1971 1928-1929 1928-1929 brary “tobrary doto by affordingthe justice students them every reasonable for facility im­ and the many tohalls follow will completely change the college. An for history. maleover all institution the college a century, began womenadmitting We are now co-educational. Some of suggest the establishment quotas, administrators time goesas but will on becomeit a ofmatter demographics and economics will that the set male/female ratios. 1882-1883 1882-1883 1887-1888 1863-1864 1863-1864 1419 Second Street. 1867-1868 changes occuring slowly and almost unseen. Some academic however,years, do mark Bouvier) purchased. Located is at 1240 North Broad will property first Street, this at house the high schoolBy classes. 1886 a classroom wing be will added opera­and all the Upcourt city. in to gymnasium/basketball largest now La Salle had an organ­has come That will no program organizededucation but ized sports. intercollegiate physical a few presenttherein at years, but are some on whocampus are about sports dubious than prophetic programs. In a less moment one Board “Cham­member that mutters and pionship championship can athletics not gostudies together...” and OlneyAvenue. The three (College,buildings High School, seven seem Brothers’ acres House) to offer on almost unlimited capacity for growth. Again the High School followedmoves first, by the College. The 1240 location 1948. up continue somewill until by classes use in early as 1874 Brother Noah had boasted of doubling the ofnumber books the li­ in provement” will have it Finally enough . space and room to grow. there the past In had been a few College boardingin put up students or these McShain residence but Halls, to the Evening Division three haveyearyears agoall barriers been this but removed. significant changes: significant tions consolidatedtions Therethere. will be no formarket the Juniper Street so building Pierce Archer will resign from the Board forand purchase it $75,000. the the incorporators of La Salle College. September In high school level beginthe basementclasses in of Michael’s St. School. November In they are moved to at a building Almost the thestreets. Philadelphiadirectly is street across School for Boys, the fore­ ofrunner Central High School. Among the neighbors are the United and Mint States be under when construction still will the It collegeconstruction. moves to a more spa­ cious congestedand less area. And Some Highlight Years the Masonic Temple. To the Southwest of La Salle, Philadelphia’s City Hall under is

1240 No. Broad (1882) Second & Jefferson (St. Michael’s) Filbert & Juniper Filbert (1867) & Juniper Filbert closed (1886) L o c a tio n Stephen Romuald Isidore Isidore Wolfred Joachim Clementian Fabrician Oliver Noah Abdas Abraham B ro th ers Teliow 1240 N. Broad Street The third site ofLa Salle College, 100th anniversary year oLa f Salle in 1963. throughout Pennsylvania depicting the was cut through.was Note McCarthy Stadium Billboards similar to these were displayed under construction at the rear of Wister Hall, then La Salle College High School. During the year 1929, 20th and Belfield Brother Thomas Warner, F.S.C. 1903-1911 1887-1889 1863 (Mar.-Aug.) Director ofthe Archives 1889-1890 1890-1900 1900-1903 1878-1883 1883-1885 1885-1887 1872-1875 1875-1876 1876-1878 1863-1872 Presidents ofLa Salle College/University D a te s pages from the past the from pages Photo credit: Charles F. Sibre Address Correction Requested

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The Fruits of Rest In Peace Positive Planning Joseph J. Cassidy Of all the development areas, Planned father of John ’90 Giving is primarily concerned with the fu­ Walter W. Claughs ’73 ture support of La Salle University. It can father of Andrew ’91 also play an important role in the future security of you and your family. There­ Peter DeMarco fore, we ask all our friends to consider the brother of Dave ’88 benefits and then take the satisfying steps to establish wills, trusts and other “ de­ Vincent Uporsky ferred gifts.” father of Pamela ’89 For example, a trust established now or Dr. Milton Zifferblatt in your will, can provide your family with father of Jocko ’92 tax savings, lifetime income, the manage­ Charles “Chip” McKeaney ’90, a busi­ Faculty ment expertise of a trustee and, then ness major died in November, 1987 as a eventually benefit La Salle University. result of injuries sustained in an automo­ Charles V. Kelly Careful planning will allow you to take bile accident. Before attending the Uni­ English Department care of those you love and hold dear, and versity, McKeaney graduated from La Salle 1947-1988 still make that gift to La Salle that you College High School in 1986. He was a Joseph Mihalich, Ph.D. didn’t think was possible. Your Planned member of La Salle’s WEXP Radio Sta­ Philosophy Department Gift can be a wonderful legacy that you tion and a pledge at Delta Sigma Phi Fra­ 1956-1988 provided for the future. Generations from ternity. now your family and those who come in A memorial fund has been established in contact with La Salle University will be his name by his parents Mr. and Mrs. grateful for your thoughtfulness and posi­ Frank J. McKeaney, Jr. Approximately tive planning. $5,000 has been raised thus far toward For more information, please contact La the fund. Donations for the Parents’ Asso­ Salle’s Planned Giving Office. We would ciation may be directed to the Chip 125 th be glad to arrange a meeting to discuss McKeaney Memoral Fund c/o The Par­ some of the possibilities of positive ents’ Association, La Salle University, Commencement, 1988 planning. Philadelphia, PA 19141. Saturday, May 14, 1988 Baccalaureate Mass — 3:30 p.m. Cathedral Basilica SS. Peter and Paul 18th and the Parkway La Salle Music Theater presents Faculty— Senior Reception—5:30 to 7 p.m. 1927 Musical Comedy Hit La Salle University Campus Sunday, May 15. 1988 Good News! Commencement— 1:00 p.m. Philadelphia Civic Center Four Weeks Only Convention Hall Civic Center Blvd. at 34th Street July 7 - July 31 For Ticket Information 951-1410

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