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Academic Celebration Mercyhurst's sixth annual Academic Celebration came at a dramatic moment in the history of our nation and the world. Those global realities and much more were reflected in the over 40 talks and cultural offerings presented during this three-day January event. TWo of the talks that our readers will find of interest are represented in this issue: "Columbus: One of History's Great Mystery Men" and "What Makes a School Catholic?"

• • • FEATURES • • •

1 Columbus: One o/Hidtoryd Great Mydtery Men Was Christopher Columbus a hero who gave civilization a New World or was he an environmental scoundrel, responsible for the world's decay in just 500 years?

0 Sidterd of Mercy Form Institute Over 7,000 Sisters of Mercy from the United States, Latin America, the Philippines and Guam united as Sisters of Mercy of the Americas on July 20. The new institute is now one of the largest orders of religious women in the world.

O One Solution to the Teacher Shortage The Cadet Teacher Program at Mercyhurst has been around since 1957 and still produces experienced professional teachers.

10 What Make* a School Catholic? Years ago, asking what it meant to be Catholic was hardly a question. Sisters, brothers or priests in clearly recognizable clothing were everywhere. But there was a downside in taking so much of one's identity for granted — a superficial understanding could prevail.

11 The Next Hemingway Startd Here While at the Summer Writers Institute, students have the unique opportunity to experience college life because they live on campus as guests of Mercyhurst. The Summer Writers Institute is a creative writing program consisting of fiction and poetry workshops in which high school students can cultivate skills in reading and crafting of short stories or poems.

About the Cover "In a world that cries out for signs of hope, people will see the differ­ence that a Catholic education has made for you and that you make in our world today;' said Sr. Patricia Smith. Shown on the cover are some examples of religious and academic symbols found at a Catholic institution. The gold Chalice was given to Campus Ministry by Alice R. '34 and Laurel Ann '60 Lockhart in memory of William B. Lockhart. Also shown are items found at every commencement: the Kelly green and white academic hood, the presidential medallion and the yellow honor's tassel given to top students. A rosary from the Sisters of Mercy, the doctor of laws honoris causa certificate given to Sr. Lawreace Antoun, SSJ, a past graduation photo and stained glass by John Reitinger of Lead Lines Stained Glass Studios, who created the stained glass in Sullivan Hall and the Carolyn Herrmann Union, are also pictured.

Cover photo by John Landry.

Mercyhurst Vol. 10, No. 2 J Spring 1992

Chairman of the Board of Trustees F William Hirt

President and Publisher Dr. William P. Garvey

Vice President of External Affairs Mary Daly '66

Contributors Ruth Ann Baker

Ed Bernick Gary Bukowski 73 Louis Caravaglia

Roger Coda Mary Daly '66

Dorothy DiSanti Rich Forsgren '84

Joe Jordano Sarah Harding

Lake Shore Visitor Francis LaGrandeur '90

John Landry Pat Liebel '53 Don McQuaid

Mercyhurst Archives North East Breeze

JeffPinski William Smith '86

Times Publishing Co. Jerry TVambley

Editor Kimberly Dillon

Designer TypoGraphic Systems, Erie, PA

Printing Seneca Printing, Oil City, PA

Mercyhurst Magazine is published by the Office of External Affairs, Mercyhurst College,

Glenwood Hills, Erie, PA 16546. Telephone (814) 824-2285.

Send address corrections to William Smith '86, computer programmer, Mercyhurst College.

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ON€ of Htetony's Qircat MysteRy M€N ByJeffPinski

Was Christopher Columbus a hero who gave civilization a New World or was he an environmental scoundrel, responsible for the world's decay in just 500 years?

Historical revisionist and author Kirkpatrick Sale painted a controversial picture of Columbus' con­tributions as he delivered the keynote address at Mercyhurst's sixth annual Academic Celebration.

Sale took his audience on what he believes was Columbus' true voyage — not one of courage, bravery and exploration — but one filled with unsatiable greed and a materialism that led to eventual ecological terrorism and human suffering

With the approach of the 500th anniversary of Columbus' landing in the New World, the Cornell University graduate is one of the most sought-after lecturers in America because of his controversial beliefs.

'The tall ships, including replicas of Columbus' three vessels, will be sailing to America, the summer Olympics will be in Barcelona, and there are celebra­tions planned in nearly every city in America," Sale said, cautioning that, "If the real meaning of the momentous discovery is not to be lost in all the foofaraw, it seems appropriate to start with some grounding in the actual achievement that is being celebrated. We need to see it in the kind of historical perspective that will yield some pertinent lessons for today. What counts, what is absolutely critical, is that, with the discovery of America, two vastly different cultures were suddenly joined. Everything of impor­tance in the succeeding 500 years stems from that event," Sale contends.

His revisionist biography of Columbus, based on years of painstaking research, looks at a legacy of conquest that has led the world to the brink of ecocide. Only now, Sale reasons, with today's under­standing of the ecosystem and a knowledge of what Columbus really carried to an unsuspecting world 500 years ago, can we take action to save that world.

Based on his best-selling book, 'The Conquest of Paradise: Christopher Columbus and the Columbian Legacy;' Sale's lecture painted Columbus not as the admired, courageous explorer of school textbooks, but as an unstable, rootless, egomaniacal scoundrel who was driven by each conquest to conquer even more of nature's realm.

According to Sale, Columbus was responsible for turning a society where humans lived in harmony and balance with nature into one where humans exploited nature, ultimately exporting that concept to the rest of the world.

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His work and assertions are supported by minorities, particularly native Americans and those whose ancestors arrived here by slave ships. But among many whites of European heritage, especially Italian-Americans, his message is unsettling.

For instance, at one point during his campus appearance, Sale told an audience that included Erie Mayor Joyce Savocchio '65, "I don't want to take away from Italian-Americans a hero that they have, but it is only fair that they should look at that hero long enough to realize that he was hardly Italian, that he lived most of his life in Spain, and that the only languages he knew were Latin and Castilian (a Spanish dialect that once occupied much of Spain)."

Sale set the stage, saying that exactly 500 years ago from the night of his Mercyhurst lecture, an impover­

ished merchant mariner who had been hanging around the courts of Spain was negotiating with the king and queen over a voyage of exploration.

Columbus' mission was simply to "find and acquire islands and mainlands in the ocean seas and to bring back pearls, precious stones, gold, silver, spices and other merchandise," Sale explained, adding that before that time, Columbus had not commanded anything larger than a rowboat. "What began clearly as a commercial arrangement... resulted in the most important act in human history;' Sale said, referring to Columbus' "discovery of America."

To drive home the point, Sale told how widespread Columbus' fame is in the United States and through­out the world. "There's a city named after him in all 50 states, he has rivers and parks named in his honor, and he's recognized for his achievements more than any other person in the English-speaking world except for Queen Victoria.

"Most of what you know about Columbus is wrong, starting with Columbus Discovered America," Sale said. "That is wrong on all three counts. One, his name was not Columbus. At birth, he was given the name Cristoforo Colombo, he became Cristovao Colom in Portugal, and usually Cristobal Colon in Spain. 'Columbus' was a word that the English invented late into the 16th century.

"Two, he didn't discover what had been known to humans for tens of thousands of years. And three, what he found wasn't America, in fact it was not named America until the year after he died, when some map-maker ascribed the discovery of America to Amerigo Vespucci, a Florentine businessman who sailed with both Spanish and Portuguese expeditions to the New World."

Sale said that the map-maker decided that "America" was a "nice name" to go along with Europa, Africa and Asia.

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^ T/iar Europeans thought the world wasjlat and Columbus was going to prove it was round. Sale argued that there were already globes at that time and sailors had seen ships going over the horizon and coming back.

•Jl That Columbus was unique in sailing the ocean seas. Sale contends that Portugal spent most of the 15th century in sailing ventures.

^ 1 That Columbus was sailing to Asia. Sale said that there was not one mention of Asia in Columbus' journals.

^D That Columbus was never sure of what he had found. Sale argues that on Columbus' fourth voyage, he wrote, "I found a New World and it lies between Europe and Asia."

^ That Columbus died poor and unknown. Sale said that on the contrary, Columbus received a percen­tage of all the wealth from the New World, and although he was out of favor with the king and queen later in life, he was considered a great hero almost from the time he died. In fact, a book written in 1516, ten years after his death, lists him as one of the great men of history.

Sale hit on the real thrust of his message, calling Columbus a window on the world he came from, a symbol of 15th century European culture and ideas. The man had four major characteristics:

(1) He was unhappy, rootless, driven, restless and homeless. The only home he knew was the deck of a ship and the Europe he came from was a restless, driven place as well.

(2) He had a passion for gold and filled his journal from his first voyage with entries concerning it. He saw America as a storehouse, a supermarket, as a shopping mall, filled with treasures to be taken.

(3) He had a deranged religiosity and believed that the world was coming to an end — a belief shared by many surviving Europeans of the Black Plague. In addition, he wanted to be sure that all people in the world were Christians and that Jerusalem was free from the infidel.

(4) Like Europe, he saw nature as a hostile, fear­some opponent and he believed in man's domination over all other species. The legacy he brought to the New World was one of environmental terror.

Then Sale returned to his grand theme: "What began 500 years ago as a single ocean voyage became one of the swiftest, historical processes with the most consequences.

"Columbus not only opened Europe to the New World, where it grabbed the treasures of the Americas, but he also brought with him diseased organisms that wiped out 97 percent of the popula­tion in less than a century;' Sale said.

"In addition, he brought to the Americas the ideology of human dominance and a culture that says that humans have the power to control, destroy, use up and manipulate nature."

Sale's chilling assessment is that the culture Columbus brought to America 500 years ago is now threatening the continued existence of the human species. "We have brought ourselves to the edge of ecocide because we have the notion about nature that it is ours to use and dominate.

"If we learn and re-learn how to live on these lands with the care, reverence, sanctity and wisdom that the first people here had, we can put the Columbus legacy behind us and begin the real discoveries of America," he concluded.

Shakespeare tells us, "What's past is prologue." If his words ring true, Sale's interpretation of Columbus gives us a better understanding of a pivotal event in history, not because of what has changed in the world, but because of what remains unchanged in 500 years.

JeffPinski is an award-winning journalist with the Erie Morning News.

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When Mercyhurst College acquired St. Mary's Seminary in 1991, it gained not only a building, but also a heritage that matched its own. The extensive rebuilding and modernization that St. Mary's under­went was more than material reconstruc­tion, it was a rebirth, a rededication of a spirit, a drive that began with its founders, the Redemptorist Fathers who purchased the seminary in 1881.

St. Mary's began as a two-story box-like building called Lake Shore Seminary that was a Methodist and Presbyterian seminary for boys. With the years and the purchase by the Redemptorists in 1881, she grew seven stories tall and two long wings jutted down her side. She even got a bit of middle-age spread as her width soon included a chapel, a priest house, and eventually, a field house.

One of her older sons would hardly recognize her today. But one give-away feature about St. Mary's is her spirit. The changed landscape, fine looking architecture and moderniza­tion could hardly disguise her unique and never-ending spirit. Part of that spirit belongs to the community in which St. Mary's rests.

Over the 111-year history of St. Mary's, the Redemptorist community, and now Mercyhurst, has been blessed with the aid and support of many dedicated people in North East. Without the assistance of the North East Chamber of Commerce, Mercyhurst could not have even afforded to

purchase St. Mary's. But the community knew that the Redemptorist Fathers, who owned St. Mary's Seminary, had wanted to see a Catholic institution carrying on their educational and religious mission.

Which goes to show you that the more things change, the more they remain the same — The goal of St. Mary's was to educate people capable of higher studies. Through the years, St. Mary's taught hundreds and hundreds of students to love learning. She can proudly look back to her many graduates who have gone on to become well-educated priests, teachers, doctors, dentists, lawyers and psychologists. That will not change under Mercyhurst.

As a junior college approach to one-year certificates and two-year associate degrees in the field of business, hospitality manage­

ment, computers, religious education, police science and human services, Mercyhurst hopes to provide a whole new generation with the skills they need to compete in today's global marketplace.

St. Mary's has not really changed that much. Her noble heritage is only enhanced by Mercyhurst's tradition of style, grace and class. The solid Christian spirit and tradition of St. Mary's lives on in the spirit of Mercyhurst College and the Sisters of Mercy. What remains as strong as ever of St. Mary's is a shared conviction about what is important in life.

Significant Dates

October 1868 -The cornerstone of Lake Shore Seminary, which cost $70,000 to build, was laid.

February 2,1881 -The Redemptorists purchase the semi­nary for $10,000.

February 19,1881 -Fr. George Dusold and four students arrive to prepare the building.

February 17,1923 -The first four Grey (German) Sisters of St. Elizabeth arrive to take charge of the infirmary and kitchen. They lived at St. Gregory's old rec­tory near the church, then moved to rooms off the main corridor in the student building during the summer.

July 26,1881 -The students arrive at St. Mary's Seminary.

November 12,1923 — The infirmary and convent were occu­pied by the Grey Sisters.

April 18,1928 -Work on a new addi­tion to the front of the original building was begun. The new addi­tion would contain a gymnasium, labora­tory and parlors, audi torium, dormitory and a storage room.

November 18,1893 — The cornerstone of the Father's House was laid.

I September 4,1902 -The student's new chapel was dedicated to Our Lady of Perpetual Help.

October 18,1914 -Redemptorists take charge of St. Gregory's parish in North East.

June 1 , 1 9 1 8 -An old greenhouse was taken down and construction on a new modern greenhouse was begun.

February 2,1954 — The observatory on the eastern edge of the student campus was blessed by Father Boelke.

December 11,1966 The field house was dedicated.

May 14,1977 -A disastrous fire destroyed most of the student building.

September 30,1978 — The renovated seminary was reded-icated to Our Lady of Perpetual Help.

January 23,1991 -The Mercyhurst McAuley Division of Mercyhurst College was founded on the site of the former St. Mary's Seminary.

MERCYHURST MAGAZINE

isters of Mercy: Begii~LTTiiag a. INT v Chapte r in History

Sr. Diane Clyne supervises transformation of a gutted hospital into low-income housing in Oakland, CA.

Sr. Maura Smith encourages women to help other women find a fuller life by beginning a center where women can be encouraged and nourished in Erie, PA.

Sr. Faith Moore helps take care of infants at the Saint Ann Child Care Center in Keansburg NJ.

What do these women have in common? They are now all part of one of the largest orders of religious women in the world.

More than 7,500 Sisters of Mercy from the United States, Latin America, the Philippines and Guam united as The Sisters of Mercy of the Americas in a historic event on July 20. This merger of 25 regional communities of Mercy Sisters under one organizational structure came about after a 10-year collaborative process among congregations whose operations have been markedly autonomous. Its members live and work in 29 countries and in 45 of the United States.

The new institute held its first chapter meeting in Buffalo, NY, from July 20-Aug. 3 where 135 representatives elected a five-member leadership team, voted on a constitution and set the direc­tion for the next four years. Headquarters for the new Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas is in Silver Spring, MD.

"This merger of all congregations will make more effective use of resources, strengthen the congregation's voice, facilitate international collaboration and enable all Mercy congregations to do together what they cannot do alone," said Sr. Maura Smith, president of the Sisters of Mercy of Erie.

The Sisters of Mercy of the Americas serve over six million people through hospitals, schools, colleges and shelters that they sponsor, as well as through parishes, diocesan offices, prisons, food tables, social service agencies, retirement residences, law and corporate offices and artist studios in which they work.

The Mercys are best known for their work in education and health care. They've also been instrumental in establishing social programs to provide food, shelter and support services, especially to women and children, and the elderly. These efforts can only be enhanced by this unification.

Erie Mercys arrive in Buffalo (1-r) Sr. M. Loretta McHale, Sr. Celine Fasenmeyer, Sr. Donna Marie Orton, Sr. M. Gabriel Koch andSr. Joan McCabe (back row).

Sisters of Mercy of the Americas greet each other in Buffalo with hugs and handshakes, smiles and tears.

Erie Mercy Sr. Becky Burke with Philadelphia Mercys Sr. Anne Kapply and Sr. Kathleen McManus.

Sr. Maria G. Villegas, our Lady of Mercy Covenant, Philippines, is greeted by Erie Mercy Sr. Mary Matthew Baltus.

A History of Service The Sisters of Mercy first established a

foundation in Titusville in 1870. In 1917, they began ministering in Erie by teaching at Holy Family School. Then during World War I, the Sisters opened Our Lady Of Peace House. It was safe housing for women who came to work in Erie offices and factories as replacements for the men who were called into the armed services.

Mercyhurst College was created in 1926. It became coeducational in 1969. Sisters also worked at Cathedral Prep beginning in 1933, and, in 1951, they opened a home for business and profes­sional women on West 21 Street. Also in 1926, Mercyhurst Preparatory School for Girls was begun. It became coeduca­tional in 1974. A new Motherhouse was built in 1968 and the Sisters of Mercy of Erie celebrated their centennial in 1970.

Sr. Maura Smith created the Mercyhurst Life-long Learning Continuum in 1974, a concept designed to link all the educa­tional programs on the Mercyhurst cam­pus, from a nursery school to a senior citizen center. In 1989, GROW (Grass Roots Opportunities for Women) was opened to encourage women to live fuller lives. Also established was the Maura Smith Child Learning Center. In 1990,

ercyhurst's Carolyn Herrmann Union was dedicated to the woman who cham­pioned the cause of students while she was college president.

The Erie Mercys also conduct Hope House, Mercy Center for the Arts, Mercy Center on Aging, Mercy Tutoring Program and the Mercy Terrace Apartments.

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SPRING 1992

By Don McQuaid

In 1955, Dwight D. Eisenhower was president, ankle-length skirts and cars with fins were in, and you could buy a brand new house in Erie for $15,000.

All those things are gone, of course, as well as many other features of that relatively innocent era in American history, but one thing that was launched in Erie in that year continues to meet the need for which it was created.

In the mid-50s, when the need for teachers increased dramatically as a result of the post-war baby boom, there were not enough teaching sisters to meet the needs of Catholic education in the Diocese of Erie. In 1955, the Cadet Teacher Program, founded by Sr. M. Eustace Taylor, president of Mercyhurst College at that time, was begun as a means of educating lay teachers who wished to serve in the Catholic school system. (Sr. ML Eustace is currently writing the history of the Cadet Teacher Program for archival purposes.)

Since its inception, the program has given aspiring teachers an alter­native to the regular four-year program of studies for a bachelor's degree in elementary education by enabling them to combine actual teaching experience with studies. When the program was first established, the cost of a cadet's tuition was fully subsidized by the Sisters of Mercy and the Sisters of St. Benedict religious communities. In return, participants agreed to teach in the diocesan's school system for two years.

"When the program first began, this financial arrangement was a real bargain for both the students and the parishes," said Sr. Patricia Whalen, who has served as director of the Cadet Teacher Program since 1970. "But, as the number of students increased and the costs of the program accelerated, it became apparent that the Sisters of Mercy and the Sisters of St. Benedict could not continue to subsidize the students' costs as we had been." Current cadet teachers receive half tuition from the Sisters of Mercy and the Sisters of St. Benedict and pay the other half themselves.

According to Sr. Patricia, enrollment in the program grew steadily in the mid-50s and 60s, peaked in the mid-70s and began to decline by the late 70s. "Enrollment declined for several reasons, all of which were beyond our control," Sr. Patricia said. "Catholic schools acquired school boards for the first time, and the boards tended to want fully accredited teachers. As the need for all teachers decreased because of the declining birth rate, the turnover among teachers in Catholic schools slowed down considerably, thus reducing the number of open­ings for new teachers. And, of course, we attracted fewer students because we couldn't provide the kind of subsidies we had in the past."

In light of all this, it seems a minor miracle that the program has survived. Sr. Patricia credits this in large part to two develop­ments. "After the communities decreased their subsidies, parishes with a school continued to support the program by providing half the cost of tuition," she said. "In addition, Dr. Garvey said that Mercyhurst would charge only $50 per credit for the 12 credits for student teaching and would provide whatever further assistance it could through the college's financial aid office."

To date, over 350 students have graduated from Mercyhurst's Cadet Teacher Program, and many of those graduates continue to serve in schools across the diocese. Sr. Bernadette Bell has been associated with the cadet teacher program from its inception, as a teacher of cadets at Mercyhurst, as a supervisor of cadet teachers and, for the past five years, as principal of St. George Elementary School in Kear-sarge. She served as coordinator for the cadet program for a year while Sr. Patricia was on sabbatical. Sr. Bernadette says 10 former cadets are now on the faculty at St. George and two are currently working at the school.

"Cadet teachers are more than adequately trained and experienced before they start their actual teaching," Sr. Bernadette said. "They are dedicated to the profession, and statistics show that they remain in Catholic education. One of the great values of the program is that the cadets work in their respective schools for two years prior to teaching there and thus have a knowledge of that particular school, its philosophy and climate."

"The Cadet Teacher Program is smaller now for the reasons cited," Sr. Patricia said, "but it's a high quality program with a well-developed structure. I'm especially grateful to the principals and teachers who have supported the program these past several years by supervising and encouraging the cadet teachers. Their dedication is a major factor in the effective teaching that cadet teachers provide for Catholic education.

"After 36 years, the Cadet Teacher Program is a cherished tradition at Mercyhurst, and it would be sad to see such a history of service come to an end. As things stand now, we're almost a counter-cultural entity, but, should the need for teachers in Catholic schools increase, I'm confident that the program would rise to the occasion as it has in the past."

Don McQuaid is a writer for Mercyhurst College.

Photos from St. George School

By Francis LaGrandeur '90

"All children are special and deserve an educa­tion consistent with their individual needs," said Dr. James A. Tucker, director of the bureau of special education, Pennsylvania Department of Education, during a recent talk at Mercyhurst.

"Testing children who have apparent disabil­ities or who are experiencing learning difficulties with individual standardized tests is wrong," said Tucker, who described many of these tests as not meeting the minimum standards for validity and reliability. "Testing is rarely relevant. Good teachers already know what academic level their students are at through observation and daily teaching experience. We need to teach the child," said Tucker, who has a bachelor's of science and a doctorate in educational psychology.

Tucker indicated that we can assess chil­dren's capabilities and teach them to achieve those capabilities, but said "a state standard for academics is impossi­ble. We did that," he said. "Now it's time to focus our resources on what so many people agree to be of major importance — the education of our youth, the future of our nation."

"In 1975, we were not sufficiently prepared to effectively handle the large number of children labeled as learning disabled (LD). Today, LD students continue to be the largest, single group in special education classrooms.

"It's an exciting time for education, and like the recent past, we'll probably not be sufficiently prepared," said Dr. Tucker, who has a varied back­ground in teaching, including elementary, second­

ary, undergraduate and graduate experience. "There are exhilarating things

happening in schools that have instituted Instruc­

tional Support Teams (1ST).

"In 1975, we were not sufficiently prepared to effectively handle the large number of children labeled as learning

disabled (LD). Today LD students continue to be the largest, single group

in special education classrooms."

Over 1,800 schools are now involved in this program and are reporting positive results." 1ST teachers work with children who are having trouble in the regular classroom — it is not a pro­gram for children with special education needs.

Tucker said that another stimulating program is curriculum instruction. Curriculum instruction has had impressive results with Attention Deficit Disordered (ADD) children. "It's not something new. It's something we should have been doing all along," he explained.

In one study, a group of children who were identified with ADD were evaluated as to atten­tion, on-task behavior and comprehension under

the following condi­tions: under medica­tion and without medication, while being taught using regular instruction and curriculum in­struction. In each area (attention, on-task

behavior, comprehension) the majority of the children performed best when curriculum instruction was used, regardless of the medica­tion status.

"If colleges don't teach teachers to teach," Tucker argued, "then the state will. And there doesn't need to be 15 specialty courses. It could be accomplished through two courses: Pedagogy I and Pedagogy II. If teachers are taught the learn­ing strategies, then they can teach any child. The subject matter is secondary to the teaching strategy;'

Tucker said that money wasn't the issue. "Some programs have been cut, but significant programs continue to be funded. The recession does play a part, but what we do with what we have is most important. It is where and how to apply the funds that's difficult," he said.

"We need to focus our academic energies on teaching our teachers to teach. And we need to teach our children learning strategies. All children are special," Dr. Tucker said, "and deserve an education consistent with their individual needs."

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Predldentd Yearly Progredd Report NOTE: Dr. Gaivey's comments appeared in the Jan. 26, 1992, issue of the Sunday Times-News.

Despite the downturn in the US. economy and a decrease in the number of incoming college freshman nationwide, 1991 was truly a banner year for Mercyhurst College. While launching the Mercyhurst McAuley Division with the purchase and renovation of St. Mary's Seminary in North East and the opening of improved facilities at the Corry and Erie centers of McAuley, the college set an all-time enrollment record of 2,200, expanded its academic offerings and gained national recognition for its Archaeology/Anthropology Department and three of its athletic programs, men's ice hockey, baseball and women's soccer. Mercyhurst continued to enrich the cultural life of the Erie community with a wide range of offerings, including such distinctive achievements as its first fully staged opera, the founding of the Harry T. Burleigh Memorial Center, the hosting of the multi-state Eastern Region Scholastic Art Exhibit and the inception of a long-term affiliation with world-class ballet coach David Howard. For the second year, the select Governor's School for the Arts, which draws gifted high school students from across the state, was in resi­dence at the college. Mercyhurst has pursued its mission to improve not only the lives of its four-year students, but all the citizens of the greater community of which it is an integral part. In 1991,370 students across the country took advantage of the lower-cost career training opportunities available through the three centers of the McAuley Division. The college continued to donate the necessary facilities for the Erie School District's Gifted Program and made a commitment to give gifts to the city and county, including essential vehicles and scholarships for key personnel, that totalled $115,000. As it crosses the threshold into the new year — and an era marked by both uncertainty and great pro­mise at the local, national and international levels — Mercyhurst continues to seek out, redefine and apply in every sphere of its activities, the vision that has sustained the inner life of the college in its journey toward the 21st century.

New Director of Academic Addeddment

Dr. Jamie B. Yule, pro­fessor of human ecology, has accepted appoint­ment to the new half-time position of director of academic assessment.

The purpose of this new office is to determine whether and to what degree the goals and aims of the college and the individual academic programs are being achieved. To this end, Dr. Yule will help to plan, coordinate and implement a comprehensive and ongoing assessment program that will gather informa­tion from current students, yearly graduates and other alumni regarding their Mercyhurst education. Yule joined the college in I960 as an instructor in home economics. She became department chairperson and an associate professor in 1969. The department changed its name to Human Ecology in 1975. Yule became a full professor that same year. She has her

bachelor's in home economics from the University of Montana, her master's in home economics education from Ohio State Univer­sity and her doctorate in teacher education from Michigan State University. In addition to her 31 years of teaching experience at Mercyhurst, Yule brings to her new position the experience of having served as a division chairperson, department director and a member of numerous college committees, most recently as chair of the Administrative Evaluation Committee of the Faculty Policies Committee. In these positions, Yule has con­sistently demonstrated the sense of profes­sionalism, thoroughness and fairness essential to an effective assessment program. "We are pleased that Dr. Yule has agreed to accept the responsibility for spearheading this vitally important work at the college," said Dr. Michael McQuillen, academic dean. She will begin her new role at the start of the sping term.

Another Reco Enrollment Year

For the first time in the college's history, enrollment topped 2,200 students. Solid enroll­ment gains for fall term 1991 were posted in new student admissions and in improved retention. New students included: 390 new four-year freshmen, 130 new transfers/ readmits and 210 new McAuley Division students (plus 160 continuing McAuley students). Additionally, the retention of last year's freshmen improved 4 percent to the best level (80% retention) since before 1970. Other notable record-high enrollments were registered in housing (978 residents) and in the male student population (952). In fact, for the first time in the college's history, this year's freshman class registered more males (201) than females (189). Our students now come from 21 states — Oregon, Ohio, Washington, California, Connecticut, Florida, Vermont, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, Missouri, New Hampshire, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Maine, West Virginia, Virginia and Illinois, as well as native Americans. Foreign countries are represented as well: Japan, Brazil, Bulgaria, India, Sri Lanka,

Ireland, Czechoslovakia, England and Canada. Also of note, the average SAT scores for first-year students was 918,42 points higher than the state average (876) and 22 points higher than the national average (896). There is a strong increase in the first-year students who are interested in the liberal arts curriculum (67) followed by fine arts (41) and education (38). Career arts, such as business and criminal justice, received 145 new students. These amazing numbers were achieved with the same number of staff people in admis­sions as last year, and, this year, they recruited for both Mercyhurst and McAuley!

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Another Record for the Development Team Mercyhurst has set an all-time record for

fundraising. There were 2,535 donors con­tributing $778,183 during 1990-91. And, for the first time in history, Mercyhurst had 100 per­cent participation from the Board of Trustees. Alums participated at a 30 percent rate, roughly 5 percent above the national norm, and parents at 18 percent. Eighty-one percent of the President's Associates, 56 percent of the Carpe Diem Society, and 63 percent of the faculty, administration and staff donated to the Mercyhurst Community Scholarship Fund. Many of these are record levels of participa­tion for funds raised during a non-capital campaign year.

New Trudteed The newest members of the Mercyhurst

Board of Trustees are Sr. Rita Panciera, director of House of Prayer, Sr. Patricia Whalen, regional vice president of the Sisters of Mercy; Helen Mullen, dean of enrollment at Robert Morris College in Pittsburgh; David Mitchell, IMC direc­tor at Corry Area High School, Robert Miller, president of Better Baked Foods in North East; Sr. Fidelis McDonough, RSM, director of plan­ning/facilities at Carlow College; Penny Hanes, assistant professor of accounting and Senate president; and David Murphy, president of Mercyhurst Student Government. Robert Eisert resigned from the board after accepting a job in Philadelphia. The board, which is entrusted with the responsibility and authority for the operation of the college, meets four times a year.

New Predidentd Addociated The newest members of the President's

Associates (PAs) are Michael E. Heller 79, con­troller for Knobloch Oldsmobile/Toyota Park; Susan Breon, manager of public relations and communication for General Electric, Robert Gierszal, president of Codan Corp., Kathleen Zurn, and Edward Hess, vice president of the Energy Division of Zurn Industries. President's Associates are involved with finding ways for the college to expand and develop.

Middle Stated Accreditation

Hurdt Tuned Into New TV Station

Mercyhurst College now has its own television station. It was named WHTV (Hurst television) by students in the television production class. The station, which became operational in February, will be run by the students, who will be broadcasting such programs as Mercyhurst sporting events to variety shows. The station was made possible by Erie Cablevision's donation of a modulator — a piece of equipment that is necessary in order to broadcast. Erie Cablevision also wired the apartments and dormitories for cable. John Danknich '94 and Paul Smith '95, were instrumental in the formulation of this new station.

The quality of an educational institution or program is a function of how effectively it is using its resources to achieve its appropriate educational objectives. By completing a self-study for accreditation, the college's stengths and weaknesses can be assessed and also enhanced. Copies of the completed self-study will be available in the Hammermill Library. There are three forms of accreditation that impact Mercyhurst: the state of Pennsylvania; the Middle State Association, which includes Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, the District of Columbia, the Virgin Islands, the Republic of Panama and Puerto Rico; and professional association accredita­tion. Currently, all of Mercyhurst is going through reaccreditation by the Middle States Association. A Middle State Evalution Team will be here the week of April 5-8. It will be headed up by Dr. Daniel Chamberlain, presi­dent of Houghton (NY) College and consist of nine other distinguished educational leaders from four states. An approval by Middle States is an expression of confidence in Mercyhurst's goals, performance and resources. The reaccreditation process will look at the total institution. Mercyhurst has been accredited since 1931 and was last reaccredited in 1982.

Quality of Life Award To recognize Mercyhurst's contribution to

North East, the North East Area Chamber of Commerce presented the Quality of Life Award to College President Dr. William P. Garvey at its annual dinner meeting. In a very well-received address, Dr. Garvey described the evolution of Mercyhurst's dream of acquiring St. Mary's Seminary, outlined the achieve­ments that had already happened, and provided a glimpse of many exciting projects that the college envisions at the North East center.

Major improvements at Mercyhurst-North East include: new carpeting, lighting and painting in the multi-purpose room; new chairs and tables for all classrooms/library; replastering of walls and hallways throughout the building; the second floor study area and infirmary were renovated into a high tech business laboratory with the latest computer • and word processing equipment; new furni­ture/fixtures for the skills center; 5,000 books and a computer lab were added to the library; laundry facilites and bathrooms were upgraded to meet student population. Other

improvements include: a new entry way into the academic building; fitness equipment added to ground-floor rooms, the addition of two board rooms designed to accommodate external business meetings/seminars; a completely renovated cafeteria with new equipment; a new boiler; a new main parking lot, sidewalks and driveway; new exterior lighting on buildings; additional equipment in the gymnasium; a new baseball field and out­door basketball court; and a new computer system that interacts with the main campus.

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Sr. Patricia Smith, RSM, spoke softly and chided ever-so-gently in the speech she gave during a Mercyhurst Academic Celebration luncheon. Those who heard her address on "What Makes a School Catholic?" however, left Sullivan Hall without any doubt that she had issued a challenge to anyone who admin­isters, works in or sponsors an institution that calls itself Catholic.

Sr. Patricia started with the contention that Catholic identity has become an issue for schools, hospitals and social service agen­cies in recent years because many of them are no longer staffed by a corps of religious or priests in clearly identifiable dress.

One challenge for those Catholic institu­tions these days, she said, is to "explore whether there are any distinguishing charac­teristics or qualities that do or should mark us when we are truly our best selves."

Sr. Patricia said she addressed the problem as a theologian. She is theological consultant for her own community, the Sisters of Mercy in Baltimore. Before taking on that job, she spent 12 years at St. Mary's Seminary and University in Baltimore, where she was academic dean and professor of systematic theology.

She said she had chosen three of many possible ways in which Catholic institutions, particularly schools, could be defined.

"First, a school is Catholic when its theological starting point is the Christian teaching on creation and the Incarnation. A corollary to this teaching is what I call the sacramental imagination.

"Second, a school is Catholic when its life context is the Communion of Saints. And the corollary to this context is a strong sense of tradition and social responsibility.

"And, finally, a school is Catholic when its intellectual attitude is one of inclusivity!'

She said the first characteristic was the "most fundamental, affecting and shaping the other two."

That characteristic, she said, means that the whole life of a Catholic school is based on the Judaeo-Christian teachings on creation.

'This view of creation, especially human

creation, as 'image of God' holds that we are always more grounded in God than captured by sin," she said. That means that the world, nature and people are "essentially good. We remain so, though we are also wounded by sin."

She said that since they are made in the image of God, "men and women, especially are signs or traces of the divine in the world:'

Therefore, she said, the role of the church and all the institutions that call themselves Catholic is "to make the human family more human. It is to see the destiny of the entire universe tied up with this co-creating mandate."

The challenge for a school rooted in that idea of creation is that it takes very seriously "the fact that all persons, (including its own students, faculty and staff) are made in that same God's image. Therefore, all must be reverenced. Therefore, each is — or is called to be — a revelation, a sign of that God. Each of you might well ask yourselves — in my life here at Mercyhurst or wherever — in the way I teach, learn, work in my office: of what facet of this creating God am I a sign? And, how do I 'cloud' the image?"

Sr. Patricia said the sacramental imagina­tion engendered by that theology of creation, "is and has always been a characteristically Catholic hallmark."

She characterized the Protestant contribu­tion to Christian faith-life as the contention that nothing created is God.

The Catholic contribution, she said, points out that, "while nothing created is God, still everything created has the potential to reveal something of God." She said the sacramental imagination enables us to experience "even God's infinite presence in and through finite human signs." The sacrament in that sense "is something or someone that enables the presence of God" and the sacramental imagination "emphasizes the presence of God in the world."

It explains, she said, why Catholics are so quick to set up schools, hospitals and social service agencies. "Instinctively;' she said, "we believe that people meet God in the opening

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of the mind, the healing of the body, and the struggles with the poor."

And, she said, "When we take seriously the truth that God is present in and mediated through the human, then the whole life of an institution, not simply its explicitly religious moments, has the potential to clarify or cloud that presence."

Her second characteristic, the life context of the communion of saints, comes from the fact that the "Christian story is the story of God's presence to and among a people."

Part of that context is, she said, that the Catholic tradition has always had respect for the cumulative wisdom of the past and not just the religious part.

'The Catholic moral tradition includes the long-standing ethic of natural law alongside modern social encyclicals and pastoral letters and the critiques of liberation theology;' she said.

She said tradition, at its best pro­vides a strong sense of identity and continuity. "It tells us who we are and enables us to pass that knowl­edge on. It is more like having a baby than saving a prom corsage."

That sense of tradition leads to social responsibility. Sr. Patricia said that when many people think of Catholic morality, they think of sex. "Certainly responsible sexual activity is an enduring personal and social issue. But Catholic social teaching although it has been called the Church's best kept secret,, is equally important."

Among those social teachings, Sr. Patricia thinks immediately of "the primacy of the person, the social nature of the person, the common good as inseparable from personal good, the dignity of work and the special claim

of the poor and vulnerable. They are the strong threads of our social tradition and I think the world needs them today:'

The intellectual attitude of inclusivity, Sr. Patricia's third characteristic, means in the intellectual realm, there has been through the ages "a Catholic desire to appropriate whatever is good and true and beautiful and useful wherever it comes from.

"And so it is to incorporate both the Jewish tradition and Greek philosophy; both Scripture and an ongoing dogmatic development in

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saints and sinners (thank God), fundamen­talists and relativists — within a certain framework, but a lot of different kinds of people. A Mother Teresa and a Daniel Berrigan are equally at home.

"So this kind of inclusive attitude would say that experience alone and by itself is not enough, faith alone, the Bible alone, dogma alone, authority alone, is not enough. We seek to understand how all these various sources contribute to the truth," she said.

The Catholic approach, in Sr. Patricia's view, "has a well-developed system of laws and rules and it also has a well-developed system of exceptions and dispensations, and we call that Canon Law;'

Sr. Patricia closed with a challenge to the bishop, priests, professors, elementary educators, Sisters of Mercy and others in

her audience. "Let me challenge all of us to try con­sciously and deliberately to live and to

live out the values contained in these approaches. Then, a world that cries

out for signs of hope will see the difference that your being at Mercyhurst or involved in Catholic education has made for you and the difference that you make in

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Jerry Ttambley is a writer for the Sunday Times-News and is an adjunct/acuity member at Mercyhurst in the Communica­tions Department.

Copies ofSr. Patricia Smith's entire speech are available from the External Affairs Office of Mercyhurst College.

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By Sarah Harding

had expected to find a motley group of high school students. The desks had been arranged in a half circle

in the classroom and girls and boys were perched on them like vultures, I thought, patiently waiting. It did not strike me as a good beginning.

Girls, about 10 in all, were seated to the left. Eight boys were seated on the right. Some were drinking a popular soda. Pepsi appeared to be the winner of the cola war that day. Most looked like they had just rolled out of bed 10 minutes ago. On the surface, it appeared to be an unmotivated group of students coerced by their parents to take a summer class. I was wrong.

I knew what I was doing there — writing this article. But, 1 wasn't sure what the others were doing there. So, I decided to ask.

"Last year, I came because 1 had the inspiration to write. Before last year, I couldn't sit down at a typewriter without tensing up," said second-year workshop student Nathan Repnik. "This year I came to perfect my skills."

What this student is raving about is the Summer Writers Institute, a creative writing program consisting of fiction and poetry workshops in which high school students can cultivate skills in reading and crafting of short stories or poems. Mercyhurst has hosted the program every year since 1988 to give talented young writers the opportunity to work with professionals and mold their raw material into art.

This assorted group of writers was pretty smart after all. After sitting with them in class for only half an hour, I realized how ambitious and driven they were. Criticism was not discouraging to them. I was remind­ed of athletes who know they are born to compete and spend most of their childhood perfecting their craft. These young writers were willing to go the distance — even if it means taking a verbal shellacking on something they'd written.

I remember one particular young man, who rewrote two lines from "As Far as the Eye Can See," written in 1990 by David Brill. Dr. Kenneth Schiff, director of the program and instructor of the fiction workshop, had asked the students to choose, in-class, two lines from the short story and rewrite them from a more descriptive point of view.

When critiquing this one young man's first effort, Dr. Schiff suggested that the lad could be even more visual and descriptive. This young man raised his hand several more times as he constantly came up with something new for the same two lines. He was not discouraged by all

the attempts. His attempts just kept getting better. I was amazed at the creative and enthusiastic responses

to an apparently minor exercise. That's when I knew these ^ A ^ l ^ kids weren't fooling around; they were serious about ^ P ^ ^ improving their writing. With pen in hand, or, better yet

a word processor at their fingertips, these young writers wanted to be ready to take the world by storm.

While at the Summer Writers Institute, students have the unique opportunity to experience

college life because they live on campus as guests of Mercyhurst. "I like living on campus because it's like a writer's community. At night, we all gather in the grotto and read

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our work to each other. It's a lot easier to work when you're around creative people," said Catherine Walsh.

"The most amazing thing about the program is that the students' only complaint has been that it's shorter than they'd like it to be," says Dr. Schiff, assistant professor of English at Mercyhurst. "Participants love having the opportunity to work with professional novelists, short-story writers and poets from across the country who guest lecture in these classes."

Schiff, who received his doctorate in creative writing and English literature from the University of Denver, teaches the fiction workshop. Schiff published his first novel, Passing Go, in 1972, and won the 1972 "Library Journal" award for best young adult novel of the year. He was also nominated for the 1973 National Book Award. Schiff is currently working on a new novel, a murder mystery that takes place in an American Zen monastery.

The poetry workshop, which teaches the elements of poetry including rhyme, meter, diction, imagery and metaphor, is taught by a visiting professor.

Participants in both workshops also learn to constructively criticize. When one student was bold enough to hand in a three-page, typed critique of another student's work, I thought that he was a little cocky about his own talent. What if the critiqued student took revenge?

Critiquing is very important for growth says Schiff. "To criticize is to appreciate. Critics help the artist, as his or her reaction, whether good or bad, is valuable," said Schiff. "But, there is an art to critiquing, which we teach. That way, it is constructive, not destructive."

Thinking back on this experience, I realized, the next great writer could have his or her start right here. I may have just witnessed the molding of a young Tom Clancy, a Danielle Steele, a Louisa May Alcott or an Ernest Hemingway.

Sara/i Harding is an Erie native who will graduate in 1992 with a communications degree from the University of Dayton. She interned last summer with Mercyhurst's External Affairs Office.

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LYMPIC S GRACES MERCYHURST ICE

By Ruth Ann Baker

This is the perfect place. I love the Mercyhurst rink,

1 really do. It's bright in here, and the ice is wonderful. It has everything I need,

and it has a fresh feel about it. a

aryn Kadavy sweeps across the public appearances throughout the year gleaming surface of the Mercyhurst skating, speaking, doing fashion shows and Ice Center, swaying and playing an nutrition seminars, giving group lessons and

k mi "air guitar" to the pounding rhythms of a rock 'n' roll number — and to the appreciative smiles of passersby

On a month-long leave from the 32-city, nationwide tour of Chrysler Skating '92, Kadavy has returned home to Erie to spend a nice vacation with her family. But the Olym­pic athlete can't take a vacation from the ice.

"You can't stop skating longer than a week," says Kadavy, who has won every international competition she's entered.

So to keep the polish on her skills, she settled in at the spanking new, $1.4 million Mercyhurst Ice Center that opened in December.

An on-campus ice center means Mercyhurst's hockey teams can now practice at reasonable hours instead of the extremely early morning stints (usually 4:30 a.m.) at the Erie Civic Center. And the team can play many more games on home ice, which means Mercyhurst students can easily participate in a great spectator sport.

Students can also take advantage of the rink for a little recreation — an average of 75 students skate during each three-hour session. And, the Mercyhurst hockey team is offering a free "Learn to Skate Program" that takes place every Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. and every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. for all beginning ice skaters.

The center also allows professionals like Kadavy to work at their sport for a reasonable price. "This is the perfect place," she says. "I love the Mercyhurst rink, I really do. It's bright in here, and the ice is wonderful. It has every­thing I need, and it has a fresh feel about it."

After a week or so of working one hour a day, Kadavy doubled her rehearsal time. She hauls around a "boom box" — one that plays compact discs — and plugs it into the rink's sound system, creating and experimenting with new routines. She selects all the music . she skates to and choreographs her own work, though some of her choices are limited by Chrysler Skating '92 tour organizers, who try to put together a cohesive show.

Since turning pro a year after her 1988 Olympic appearance, Kadavy makes many

taster classes to young skaters who hope to reach the icy heights Kadavy conquered.

After first lacing on skates at age 4 and revealing an unusual talent by age 6, Kadavy went on to attain great things in her sport — despite significant obstacles. Erie's six-month-long ice season means fledgling skaters get a late start in taking and passing the tests required to reach national com­petitive status. But through hard work and sacrifice — hers and her family's — Kadavy made up lost ground, setting a precedent by winning the bronze medal at her very first United States Figure Skating Championships.

In her amateur career, she captured the bronze at the 1987 world championships, the silver in the U.S. championships, and the gold at many international meets, becoming the first American ever to win a Soviet competition.

After a stunning performance in the short program at the 1988 Olympics in Calgary, Kadavy was felled by the flu and unable to go all the way for the gold.

"I'm very happy with what I did in my amateur career;' Kadavy says. "It's amazing the stress and the time and how much work goes into it."

Through the years, Kadavy has given count­less interviews and appeared on plenty of television broadcasts, including "The Today Show" and "Good Morning America." She is now parlaying her ease in front of the camera into another career option. During her month in Erie, Kadavy was a guest commen­tator covering the 1992 Winter Olympics for WSEE-TY

Sports journalism is "an area I'd really like to pursue," Kadavy says. "I'm interested in it and I always have been. If I don't want to continue my skating as much, this would be a possibility;'

Since her intensive training made college an impossibility, pursuing a career in jour­nalism or public relations may bring her back to Mercyhurst again, she says — this time not just to the ice, but to the classroom.

Ruth Ann Baker is an Erie freelance writer.

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w men's Basketball What do you get when you add youth and experience? A solid

women's basketball team. At least, that's what coach Paul Demyanovich will tell you. The Lady Lakers have used a little bit of both to lead them to a 14-11 record this year. Last year's record was 12-12. Leading the way for the Lakers was Teresa Szumigala '95. She was ripping the cords at a 14.8 pace and was also banging the boards at a rate of 9.4 per game. Szumigala recently had a career game — scoring 37 points against Lock Haven. This was her second 30-point performance of the year. She also grabbed 18 rebounds, dished out five assists and rejected four shots just to add a little excitement to the game. Senior guard and 1,000 point career scorer Cheryl Tomczak '92 averaged 11.1 ppg and connected on 42 shots from three-point country. The other Lakers in double digits are Julie McChesney '95, who averaged 10.2 ppg and 6.3 rebounds and Becky Schmidt '92 who averaged 10.6 ppg and 4.8 rebounds. The Lady Lakers have 11 underclassmen returning next season.

rcuhurst Ice Center Dedicated Over 1,500 people attended the Dec. 8,1991, dedication of the new

Mercyhurst Ice Center. "Six years ago, a student asked if I would be interested in coaching a hockey team," said Dr. Robert Cisek, associate dean and founder of the Laker hockey program. "I was. Rick Gotkin came next and built the kind of program that the college could be proud of. This rink is a tribute to the more than 100 students who have come to Mercyhurst because of hockey. This group includes many fine athletes, student leaders and true student scholars," Cisek said. Joining in the dedication ceremony were F. William Hirt, chairman of the Mercyhurst Board of Trustees; Dr. William P. Garvey, college president; Pete Russo, athletic director; Tim McCormick, general contractor for the ice center; Robin Engel '91, former president of Mercyhurst Stu­dent Government (MSG) who was instrumental in gaining student support for the ice center; and Dave Murphy '92, current MSG presi­dent who saw the project through completion. Construction of the $1.4 million facility was completed in record-breaking time (four months). Bill Hirt unveiled the plaque, which hangs in the lobby, and Dr. Garvey dropped the first puck, which Laker Captain Scott Burfoot used to score the ceremonial goal and returned to Dr. Garvey.

M mber Three in the Nation The Lady Lakers soccer team (15-4-1) was ranked No. #3 in the

nation, according to the NCAA Division II soccer poll. The Lady Lakers were also ranked No. #1 in the Northeast Region. And, mid­fielder Noreen Herliky '92 and striker Veronica Sansom '92 were both named to the Ail-American Soccer Team. Head coach Trevor Warren is extremely pleased with the ranking and feels it is indicative of the type of teams the Lakers are playing. "Our performance in the Hamot Cup proved that we are one of the best teams in the country," he said. The Mercyhurst Lady Lakers had an impressive win over previously third-ranked Adelphi University. In the finals, the Hurst tied fourth-ranked Keene State in overtime. The Lakers were one of six teams chosen for the NCAA playoff. They lost 2-1 in overtime to Dominguez Hills, who went on to win the championship.

rcuhurst Football History Forty-four members of the Laker football team are looking forward

to the longest road trip they've ever taken — Vichy, France. The trip, scheduled for May 21-28, is an ambassador program whereby the Lakers will be educating a French football team in the finer art of tack­ling, throwing, receiving, punting, blocking and scoring, to name a few. Then, at the end of the visit, the Lakers challenge the opposing French team Leone to see how well they've learned. The trip was initiated by International Sports Connection. Head coachjim Chapman, defensive line coach Mark McNellie and offensive line coach Tom Stilley will accompany the team.

^ D c k e u Something happened this year on campus that has never happened

before — a hockey game. The Lakers christened the Mercyhurst Ice Center on Dec. 8 against Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). The Lakers struggled early in the season, stumbling to a 4-11 record through 15 games. But since then, things are a bit different. The Hurst has won 13 of their last 14 games including a school-record 10-game winning streak. Coach Gotkin and his icers are one of the best Divi­sion III has to offer. Included in their 17 wins are huge wins over the three-peat national champs Wisconsin-Stevens Point, 6-4. The Pointers are currently the top-ranked team in Division III. Two other significant wins included a 6-4 triumph over RIT and a 10-7 victory over fifth-ranked Elmira on enemy ice. The Hurst is led by super star Scott Burfoot '92. "Burf" is the school's all-time leading scorer and has lit the lamp 36 times this season and assisted on 42 others. Another pro­lific scorer is Troy Winch '93, who has buried 25 goals in 27 games while dishing out a team leading 44 assists. Left winger Rob Madia '93 is also having an impressive season. He has 37 goals and 31 assists for the Blue & Green. Another bright spot for the Lakers is goaltender Mirko Pellizzari '95, who has a 15-10 record and 3.91 goals against average. The Lakers are now in the ECAC playoffs. They ended the regular season with a 16-12 record.

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Jft\9W 20th finnivsrso.ru Did you know that the Laker volleyball program predates most

of the women's athletic teams at Mercyhurst College? Well it do and proud J r J k j ^ P W S J i

Volleyball's humble beginnings date back to 1971, when Janet Price, who was then director of women's athletics and who is now associate professor of sportsmedicine, acted as the first head coach of the program. / l ^ ^ # W .

"Female students initiated the start of teams in the beginning. Games were a very social event with teams getting together for fun. There were no scholarships, records or stats, but sports were very much a part of a student's | ^^^^^^^^^^^M educational process," said Janet

Coach Price led the team until 1974, and then turned the pro­gram over to a series of part-time coaches. Four different individuals would guide the program during the next 15 years. One in particular was Elaine Ruggiero, Act 101 counselor, who coached the Lakers through seven seasons. From 1980 to 1986, the volley­ball team experienced their most consistent success, posting 136 victories. Ruggiero had only one season below .500, and still remains the greatest volleyball coach in Mercyhurst history. ^ _ _ _ ^ _

The years that followed were lean ones, and the team suffered through three consecutive losing seasons. In 1990, the administra­tion decided that it was time for a positive change, and plans were made to hire a full-time volleyball coach. That summer, Toby Eichas joined the Athletic Department as head coach of both volleyball and softball. "I was impressed with Mercyhurst," said Eichas. "The students here have their academic and athletic I goals in perspective and I felt this program could improve greatly in the first few years " ^ ^ I

Under Eichas' guidance, the Laker Volleyball Program has perienced a renewed sense of identity and success. During the

1991 season, Mercyhurst posted their finest record ever (28-13), advanced to the finals of four tournaments (winning two), and posted the 300th victory in the team's 20-year history. The program also held its first ever Laker Invitational, hosting teams from New

;; York, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Canada. '/Having a sense of the program's history proved to be helpful

to us in many ways." says Eichas. "We recognized and kept the strengths of the past teams while improving upon their weak­

nesses. While we established a successful feeling on the court, this year, we were also able to establish some exciting new traditions (such as the tourna­ment and the alumni weekend get-together) — ones that we hope will still be with us 20 years from now." ,

During Alumni Weekend, the Lakers welcomed former players and coaches with a special agenda, including a reception, a game between volleyball alums and the current team, a dinner and an exciting victory over Bellarmine College. Plans are underway to repeat this event annually, and all past team

attend this year's Alumni Weekend

The 1991 Volleyball Team: Pictured (l-r) are: (seated) Kelly Lukasik '95, Amy Baxter '95, Sandy Lukasik '94, Michele Moeller'93, Pam Mueller '94, Kathryn Moses '95, Dana Dodd '95, (standing) lulie Kemling '90. (assistant coach), Karen Stahl '93, Alessandra Almeida '95, Michele Bender '95, Betsy Mercer '94 Becky Schmidt '92 and head coach Toby Eichas.

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The team ended the 1991 season with a week-long exhibition tour on the island of Puerto Rico. The Lakers competed in seven post-season matches, facing the Junior National Team, the Univer­sity of Puerto Rico and several club teams. As the program enters its third decade, the Lakers hope to apply this post-season experi­ence as they attempt to qualify for their first trip to the national championships.

M n's Basketball First-year head coach Bill Morse was cautiously optimistic entering

the 1991-92 campaign. Inheriting a team that was 19-63 over the past three years would obviously leave a little doubt in the mind of the two-time national champ. But his pre-season optimism and enthusiasm laid the foundation for a team that began to believe it could win. To start a new era in the men's basketball chronicle, the Laker Club brought in a mega-star basketball man to kick-off the highly successful Laker Club Tipoff Dinner. Coach Dick Vitale thrilled the crowd with an impassioned speech that included references to both Mercyhurst Laker basketball programs. The Lakers ended the season 11-16. All who are involved with the program are impressed by the huge strides the team has made over the past season. In the coveted game against

Gannon in the Athletic Center, the Hurst put a scare into the heavily favored Golden Knights. Mercyhurst jumped out to an eight point halftime lead before losing 70-65. All of coach Morse's recruits are doing well. Kerry Baker '94 averaged 13 points per game (ppg) and 4.0 rebounds while Tony Dejesus '93, the trey master, averaged 13.0 ppg including 51 three pointers. Center Jamie Houston '93 led the team in scoring with 15.2 ppg and was also second in rebounds with 7.0. Another bright spot for the Hurst was'Gerry Battle '94. He averaged 12.1 ppg and was the team's leading windex man wiping the boards at a 9.2 clip. With a solid recruiting year underway and several players returning, don't be too surprised to see Mercyhurst back in the Division II spotlight in the near future.

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LUMNINEWS By Pat Liebel '53

Phonathon Redultd At the end of the initial calling period for the 12th Annual Phonathon,

69 percent of the alumni had been contacted — pledging approxi-K. :X mately $63,280. These monies provide for scholarships and finan-W$$?Mh. cial aid t0 M e r c y n u r s t students. Support for this phonathon

provides the opportunity to open the doors of the college to present — and prospective — students anxious to con­

tinue their education but in need of financial assistance. Alumni who were not reached during the Feb. 1-12 calling period

will be contacted. In this, the 65th year of the college, we hope to exceed the goal and establish a new record in annual giving.

New Field SchooL The Mercyhurst Archaeological Institute

(MAI) will conduct field schools this summer in North East and Caesarea, Israel. "The pur­pose," said MAI director Dr. James Adovasio, "is to give students the opportunity to acquire a firsthand knowledge of excavation skills and procedures." Field school students may also earn college credit. On the basis of artifacts recovered last year, the North East site is thought to be a proto-Erie Indian locality that dates from approximately 1350 A.D. "Archaeological assessment of the site is important," Adovasio said, "because this type of site is not well-documented in this area. The results of the project should greatly increase our understanding of late prehistoric adaptation in the Lake Erie Coastal Plain." The city of Caesarea, built by King Herod between 22 and 10 B.C., has had on-going excavation projects since the 1950s. Those accepted for the field school at Caesarea also have the option of partici­pating in terrestrial and marine excavations. The North East school will run from July 6 to Aug. 16. The excavation at Caesarea will ex­tend from May 31 to July 23. The Caesarea expedition is for a minimum of four weeks, but two-week and three-week periods will be accepted on a space-available basis. For more information, contact MAI operations manager David Strong at (814) 824-2531.

New Look for Old Main The first floor of Old Main has been

restored to its original beauty with new light­ing and new paint. With this restoration, the columns in the hallway have become promi­nent again. Special recognition to Judy Young Crews '64, a former art major, who got the project rolling after a return visit to the campus.

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A Great Gift Idea: Bonnie Yost Hall 75, registrar of Mercyhurst, gave her neighbors, Cassandra and Alyssa Beck of Wattsburg, Mercyhurst sweatshirts for Christmas. To her

surprise, the Beck children had their annual portrait taken wearing the blue & green. Sweatshirts are available from the Mercyhurst Bookstore, Herrmann Union, 501 East 38 Street, Erie, PA 16546 or, call (814) 824-2395

New Hidtory Concentration "Mercyhurst College has created a unique

concentration for history majors," said Dr. Allan Belovarac, chairman of the History Department, "a research/intelligence analyst concentration." This new focus is scheduled to begin in Fall 1992. Currently, thousands of research/intelligence analysts are used throughout the United States and abroad by government agencies and private enterprise. The work of analysts, whether relating to national security or other investigative activities, involves preparation of assessments and studies based on the collection, correla­tion and analysis of diverse data. Dr. Belovarac noted that, until now, despite this vital role of intelligence analysts and an ever-increasing demand for their skills, there has been no program outside of government designed to prepare for entry into this career. The Research/Intelligence Analyst Program (RIAP) is designed to fill that gap. This con­centration should appeal to individuals who seek to be team members in an action-oriented environment, and for those seeking entrance into law school.

You'd love Mercy hardt Take it Front an Alum

The Alumni Referral program augments the efforts of the Admissions Office in recruiting outstanding young men and women from all parts of the country. As an alumni admissions represenlc^ve, you will be an excellent resource for students interested in learning about Mercyhurst.

The Alumni Referral Program has positive benefits for both alumni and Admissions. Alumni admissions representatives continue to be an integral part of the college and in­crease the personal contact a student will have with the Mercyhurst community. And, the Admissions Office will have an active, available resource for recruiting. Get involved.

Job Hunting? Ude the Network

We are anxious to match alums seeking positions with alumni who may know of job opportunities. In addition, we have gradu­ating seniors who are looking for full-time employment and alumni who are pursuing possible career changes. Join our network and make it stronger. It's there for you.

Join the O'Neil Society Remember Mercyhurst in your will and you

become a member of The O'Neil Society. Suggested language to be included in your last will and testament: "I give and bequeath the sum of $ to Mercyhurst College, Erie, PA." If you have already made a provi­sion for Mercyhurst College in your will or would like to discuss how you can become a member of the O'Neil Society, please contact Gary Bukowski, vice president of institutional advancement. A brochure that discusses how to make a planned gift is available.

For further information on, or to become involved in, any ot these programs write to the Alumni and Institutional Advancement Office, Mercyhurst College, Glenwood Hills, Erie, PA 16546 or call (814) 824-2245, (814) 824-2538 or (814) 824-2248.

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ASS NOTES By Dorothy DiSanti

The Thirties

SR. MADELYN HALL, RSM '32 flew from San Francisco to Buffalo, NY, to attend the Founding Day Celebration of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, which was held at the Buffalo Convention Center from July 20-25,1991. She spent a week in Erie with relatives and visited Mercyhurst. While on campus, Sr. Madelyn met Dr. Garvey for the first time and was given a tour of the new Carolyn Herrmann Student Union. She commented on how much Mercyhurst has grown since her gradua­tion in 1932! Sr. Madelyn resides at 1655 10th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94122.

The For tied

SR. M. GREGORY HEIBEL, RSM '44 celebrated her 60th anniversary as a member of the Sisters of Mercy congregation. Sr. Gregory is a retired teacher, although she has served the past 11 years as a part-time tutor in math and science at Mercy Tutoring Services. Sr. Gregory resides at the Mercy Motherhouse, 444 E. Grandview Blvd., Erie, PA 16504-2698.

ELLEN (HICKMOTT) EHRHART '49 was diagnosed in 1973 as having scleroderma, a chronic connective tissue disease that affects mostly women. Over 750,000 people are known to have this disease, which has no known cause and no known cure. While there is a small network of support groups throughout the country, with headquarters in Watsonville, CA, Ellen would like to correspond or communicate with any other alums who are similarly diagnosed, and would welcome calls to either her home (305) 463-5841 or business (305) 467-3911, in hopes of setting up a Mercyhurst support chapter. Ellen and her husband, William, make their home at 1530 SW. 18 Terrace, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312.

The Fifties

SR. RITA PANCIERA, RSM '53 was elected as a councilor by the Sisters of Mercy in Erie on April 6,1991. Sr. Rita resides at the House of Prayer, 159 W 4th St., Erie, PA 16507.

SR. M. JOSEPHINE SONGER, RSM '53 celebrated her 60th anniversary as a Sister of Mercy. Sr. Josephine is director of Mercy Tutoring Services' Volunteer Tutors In Probation (VTIP) Program, a position she has held since 1985. Since 1980, she has served as chaplain to the Fellowship of Separated and Divorced Catholics, and since 1979 has been an advocate of the Diocesan Marriage TVibunal. Sr. Josephine makes her home at the Mercy Mother-house, 444 E. Grandview Blvd., Erie, PA 16504-2698.

The She tied

SR. PATRICIA McGREEVY, OSB '63 has recently been appointed associate director of the Office of

. Matrimonial Concerns for the Diocese of Erie by the Most Rev. Donald TVautman, Bishop of Erie. In this capacity, Sr. Patricia serves as the defender of the bond, judge in the Collegiate Court of First Instance and assists in the administration of the Office of Matrimonial Concerns. A canon lawyer, Sr. Patricia brings to the position a broad educational and profes­sional background. She earned a master's degree in American history, a master's degree in church administration as well as her Licentiate in Canon Law from Catholic University of America. Sr. Patricia can be reached c/o the Benedictine Sisters, 6101 E. Lake Rd., Erie, PA 16511-1599.

BEVERLY (HEINTZ) DiCARLO '67, associate pro fessor of business at the college, spoke on time manage­ment at the Professional Secretaries International monthly dinner on October 8,1991, at the Waterfall Restaurant in Erie. Bev and her husband, Dave, make their home at 619 Montmarc, Erie, PA 16504.

BONNIE (HORDINSKI) TRIOLA '68 was one of 50 artists from around the world (35 from the U.S., 5 from PA) invited to the Technical and Design Forum in Reno, NV from January 20-22. Bonnie taught a master-suit design class. This was the first forum for machine and hand knitters in 10 years. Bonnie and her husband, Carl, make their home at 5694 S. Garwood, Fairview, PA 16415.

MARY E. (FISHER) WIESEN '69 has been elected 1991/92 president of the Erie branch of the American Association of University Women. Mary is an associate broker with Holland Metro Inc., Realtors of Erie. Mary and her husband, Tom, reside with daughter, Stacy, 19, at 3412 West 11th St., Erie, PA 16505.

The Seventies

PEGGY (EDWARDS) MORIARTY 7 0 headed the neighborhood division of the 1991 Buffalo and Erie County United Way Campaign. Peggy resides at 119 Oakland PL, Buffalo, NY 14222 with her husband, Robert, and children, Kathleen, 16, Matthew, 14, and Thomas, 10.

LEE MARTELL-BEARSE 7 1 is director of music for the school district and teaches music at Lake Region Middle School.

SR. IRENE SPACHT, OSB 7 1 began her new appoint­ment as principal of St. Gregory Grade School in North East, PA, in August, 1991. Sr. Irene earned an master's in guidance and counseling from Edinboro University, where she also acquired a secondary teaching certificate. She can be reached c/o the Benedictine Sisters, 6101E. Lake Rd., Erie, PA 16511-1599.

DENICE A. MANUS 7 3 is justifiably proud of three successful years of the family-owned and operated A-Plus Mini Mart on East 12th and French Streets in Erie. The gas station and convenience store is officially owned by Manus Enterprize Inc., which also includes as a partner Denice's sister, STEPHANIE MANUS 7 9 . In addition to their work helping to run this family busi­ness, Denice is a full time teacher at Wayne Middle School, and is also a board member of the Small Business Development Center Advisory Board, while Stephanie is a program director at Human Development of Erie, Inc., at group homes for developmental^ dis­abled adults. Denice resides at 4326 Carney Ave., Erie, PA 16510, while Stephanie makes her home at 2401 French St., Erie, PA 16503.

JACQUELINE (WLODARCZYK) MAZANOWSKI74 has joined the First National Bank in DeKalb as Personnel Officer. In this capacity, Jacque will han­dle all personnel functions for the bank, as well as coordinate personnel development and training for the bank's holding company, Sandwich Banco, Inc. Prior to her employment by First National, she was program coordinator for the College of Continuing Education at Northern Illinois University. Jacque and her husband, RONALD S. MAZANOWSKI 7 3 , make their home at 1405 Elizabeth Ave., DeKalb, IL 60115, with their three sons, Dustin, Chad, and Kyle.

FRANK ABATE 7 5 , district justice of North East, PA, was chosen state chairman of scouting for the American Legion. His daughter, Mary Jean, was chosen Pennsylvania State Grape Queen for 1991-92. He resides with his wife Jean and five children at 12 North Pearl St., North East, PA 16428.

JOHN STARK 7 5 has been working as a writer on "Cheers" since August 1,1991, and already has three scripts to his credit. John has moved to 13232 Weddington St., Van Nuys, CA 91401.

RICHARD J. GENSHEIMER, JR. 7 6 presented a talk entitled "Confessions of a Small Town Shooter" at the November 20,1991, meeting of the Erie Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators. Richard is media services supervisor for the Erie Insur­ance Group and is responsible for video production operation. He is also president of Parrot Productions Inc., a video production company he founded in Erie in 1978. Richard is a past president of the Erie Ad Club, and is a member of the International Television Association and the National Press Photographers Association. He and his wife, MARCIA (IZBICK1) GENSHEIMER 7 5 make their home at 2737 E. 41st St., Erie, PA 16510-3955.

SHIRLEY PASSLE HORDINSKI 7 6 , adjunct art faculty, is one of the participating artists in "The Quest," a series of exhibits and gallery talks by local artists at the Sycamore Gallery on the Villa Maria Campus of Gannon University. She was also one of 50 artists from around the world (35 from the U.S., 5 from PA) invited to the Technical and Design Forum in Reno, NV from January 20-22. She instructed the 1,500 convention participants in the fine art of wearable and non- wearable fiber art sculptures. Shirley makes her home at 306 E. 39 St., Erie, PA 16504-2004.

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M. USBETH (PAGE) BARTON 7 7 organized a memorial at the high school of former friend and classmate DANIEL J. SHERBINE 7 8 . Many of Daniel's friends and past roommates have already contributed to this memorial, but Lisbeth welcomes additional donations from any other classmates who may be interested. She can be reached at 6906 Eastwood Ave., Alta Loma, CA 91701.

MARK T. FOLLAND 7 7 was recently promoted from main­tenance coordinator to maintenance supervisor of Cutco Cutlery Corp. Mark, his wife, Shelly, and their three sons Jason, Brian and Brandon make their home at 530 First Ave., Olean, NY 14760.

EDWARD STOLARSKI77 was named a partner in the law firm of Stonelake and Associates in Philadelphia. He resides with his wife, Patricia, and three-year old son, Kevin, at 704 Keely St., Philadelphia, PA 19128.

JAMES HURLBUT 7 8 is employed by the U.S. Marshal Service as a special deputy. James is at home at 102 Hickory St., Brunswick, GA 31520.

BARBARA J. (ECK) DUCHINI79 is ci-rrently employed as a teacher of the deaf at the Dr. Gertrude A. Barber Center in Erie. Following her graduation from Mercyhurst, Barbara earned a master's degree in deaf education from Canisius College in Buffalo, NY, and a master's degree in early intervention from Lewis and Clark College, Portland, OR. Barbara and her husband, Frank, make their home in Erie.

ROSEMARIE (KONKOL) FOESSETT 7 9 has accepted a position with GTE North as supervisor of IM Field Services Support. In this capacity, Rosemarie will have overall organizational responsibility for Ohio, Pennsylvania and the entire northeast region. She will concentrate on the provisioning of services in these locations for internal telecommunications and local area networking. She is a member of the Erie chapter of the Telecommunications Management Association. Rosemarie and her husband, Robert, make their home at 1308 Pasadena Dr., Erie, PA 16505.

NAVY LT. CMDR. KEVIN J. GALLAGHER 7 9 recently reported for duty aboard the aircraft carrier USS John E Kennedy, homeported in Norfolk, VA. Kevin is a 1991 graduate of San Diego University, where he earned his master's degree in cardiac care. He joined the Navy after graduating from Mercyhurst in 1979, and currently serves as commander of the medical unit onboard the Kennedy, where he will be stationed for the next five years. Kevin and his wife, KATHLEEN (DARLING) GALLAGHER 7 6 , are the proud parents of Brian, 9, and Katie, 7, who was born in Japan while her father was stationed there. The Gallaghers make their home at 345 Knells Ridge Dr., Chesapeake, VA 23320.

HOLLY A. (CHIAPPAZZI) VILLELLA 7 9 has recently completed a three-year term on the board of directors of the Erie Theater Arts Institute. Dur­ing the summer of 1991, she helped host portions of the WMCE (radio) morning broad­cast, and is currently employed by AM 1330 WEYZ as a disc jockey for the Music of Your Life program. Holly and her husband, Gerald, and three-year old son JJ. have settled into their new home at 3216 Harvard Rd., Erie, PA 16508.

The Eighties

WALTER R. GREEN '80 received a promotion to direc­tor of the mobile assessment unit of Thresholds, Inc., a not-for-profit social service agency in Chicago. His new responsibilities involve coordinating and providing emer­gency psychiatric evaluations and services to mentally ill homeless people. He will also be doing community education on both mental illness and the prevention of homelessness. Walter and his wife, Cheryl, made their first trip to Europe (Paris) this past spring. The Greens are at home at 4457 N. Beacon St., #2, Chicago, IL 60640.

EDWIN A. NEGRON '80 has accepted the position of assistant national administrative manager with Vector Marketing Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Alcas Corporation. Vector markets Cutco Cutlery worldwide. Ed was previously employed for eight years by Cooper Power Systems as international marketing coordinator. He was awarded the "Kiwanian of the Year" by the Olean area Kiwanis Club for outstanding service to the club and the community. Ed's wife, MAUREEN (CONNELLY) NEGRON '81 has been working as human resources coordinator with Home Health Care of Southwestern New York for the past five years. Along with their sons Brian, 5, and Michael, 1, the Negrons are at home at 728 Queen St., Olean, NY 14760.

RICHARD ALLEN SHAHEEN '80 is employed as an agent for the Office of Attorney General. His wife, VICKI (MARTINAGO) SHAHEEN '80 is currently director of marketing for Westmoreland Mall in Greensburg. The Shaheens have settled into their new home at 104 Heritage Circle, Greensburg PA 15601 with their daughters, Jennifer, Lauren and Catherine.

ANNE (O'NEILL) KLEMENSIC '81 continues to work part-time for Jack O'Brien Advertising. Anne and her husband, Francis, recently moved into their new home at 5121 Merilee Dr., Erie, PA 16506.

JOHN LEISERING '81, direc­tor of veterans affairs testing and WMCE manager at the col­lege, coached the Fraternal OrderofPolice#7Boys Baseball 2-B team (ages 10-12) to the Erie city west-side cham­pionship this past summer. The team compiled a perfect 22-0 record. John and his wife, Katy, reside at 2701 Plum St., Erie, PA 16508-3231.

VALERIE (HUGO) HARRINGTON '82 enjoys a career with Alliance Capital Management as vice president and director of quality assurance. Valerie and her husband, Scott, currently reside at 15 Oak Place, Bernardsville, NJ 07924.

CARLA (SMITH) LIVERMORE '82 completed her master's degree in counselor education and obtained certification in secondary guidance from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in August of 1991. She is cur­rently employed as a secondary guidance counselor at Penns Manor Area High School in Clymer, PA. Carla and her husband, Chris, make their home at 300 N. Chestnut St.,Derry,PA15627.

REBECCA MARTIN '82, former director of the Writing Center at Mercyhurst, has been appointed public rela­tions officer at Gannon University. In this capacity, she assists in the coordination of the university's commu­nity relations projects, internal communications and special events, as well as external media relations. She is a past board member of the International Association of Business Communicators/Erie chapter and is a member of the Council for Advancement and Support of Education, the College and University Public Relations Association of Pennsylvania, and Kappa Gamma Pi, the national Catholic college graduate honor society. Rebecca is pursuing a master's degree in English at Gannon, and is also editorial coordinator of "Presque Isle Focus," a new local magazine, focusing on the people and places in the Erie County community. She and her husband Tom Klobchar, make their home at 3729 Brierwood Dr., Erie, PA 16510.

NANCY-PAT SCANLON '82 spent the summer of 1991 living and working in Grand Teton National Park, and has since headed east, working as a copy editor at the Norwich Bulletin in Norwich, CT. Her current address is 59B Scotch Cap Rd., Quaker Hill, CT 06375.

GINA (FRISINA) ADAMS '83 holds the position of accounts manager with the Lake Shove Visitor, the weekly newspaper of the Diocese of Erie. Gina, her husband, Mark, and their infant son, Michael, have settled into their new home at 5914 Cobblestone Dr., Erie, PA 16509.

LISA M. GUNTHER '83 completed her master's degree in organization development from Case Western Reserve University in May, 1991. She has since accepted a position with Corning Inc. as management develop­ment consultant, and has moved to a new home at 38 Indian Pipe, Painted Post, NY 14870.

LINDA M. (WIZIKOWSKI) HAMILTON '83 and her husband, Bradley, recently assumed ownership of a Blimpie Subs and Salads franchise in TSmpa, for which Linda has assumed operational responsibility. Previous to this, Linda spent three years as a physician recruiter at the Physician Executive Management Center. The Hamiltons make their home at 3540 Fairway Forest Dr., Palm Harbor, FL 34685.

KRISTINE M. (KOWALSKI) KOBELLA '83 is employed at Lakewood Hospital as a surgical nurse III. In this capacity, she is the assistant manager of the Ear, Nose and Throat Service. Kristine and her husband, Douglas, make their home at 5390 Knollwood Dr., #8, Parma, OH 44129.

JACQUELINE A. (ILLIG) MURAWSKI '83 is currently employed as a computer programmer at North American Collection Control, Inc. Jacqueline and her husband, Philip, reside in Erie.

MARGARET TIRDEL '83 has recently graduated with an associate degree in court reporting, and works as a reporter. Meg makes her home at 840 S. Oneida St., Apt. A-l 16, Denver, CO 80224.

MARY (NOLAN) FAIR '84 is currently employed as a commercial artist at Zippo Manufacturing Company in Bradford, PA. Mary and her husband, Robert, reside at

15 Pearl St., Bradford, PA 16701.

PATRICIA L REFFNER '84 was awarded her master of education degree in special education from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania in ceremonies held on December 15,1991. Patricia makes her home at 438 Halley St., Erie, PA 16511-1136.

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MARY (BALDAUF) WIEDEL '84 was recently named a vice president at Commercial Credit Company where she has been employed since 1987. Her responsibilities include corporate accounting external reporting and financial systems. Mary makes her home with husband, Bill, at 702 Morris Ave., Lutherville, MD 21093.

GLEN W. ALLEN, JR. '85 was recently promoted to program manager at Specialized Treatment Services in Mercer, PA. Glen and his wife, Lori, make their home with sons Lucas and Kyle in New Wilmington, and can be reached at R.D. #2, Box 582-A, New Wilmington, PA 16142.

DIANA (BARR) KUDISH '85 has initiated her own consulting practice. Previously, she was employed by Marriott Corporation as regional manager, employment and training. Diana and her husband, David, make their home at 2400 N. Lakeview, #2101, Chicago, IL 60614.

TIMOTHY C. LATIMER '85 was inducted in the Laker Football Hall of Fame. A dinner honoring him and the other two inductees was held in Sullivan Hall on October 25,1991. Tim resides at 8792 Cloudleap Court, #22, Columbia, MD 21045.

GREGORY J. LINDNER '85 was recently transferred to Frankfurt, Germany, as director of services at the Frankfurt Marriott Hotel, a 585 room hotel located in the heart of the city. Gregory and his wife, Kimberley, have settled into their new home at Victor Achard Str. #IB, 6380 Bad Homburg Germany, and would like to hear from Tom Hanchin '85.

PAMELA ANNE (THEUERKAUF) MILLIN '85 has taken a new position as chef/instructor in the pastry arts department of the International Culinary Academy in downtown Pittsburgh. Pamela and her husband, Peter, make their home with their infant son, Sebastian, at 31 Chalfonte Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15220.

CHRISTINE M. STARK '85 was recently transferred and promoted to operations/assistant store manager with Montgomery Ward, Inc., at the Springfield Mall in Springfield, VA. Previously, Christine held the position of operations manager in Montgomery Ward's Fredericksburg store from September, 1987 until September, 1991. Her address is 11234 Wedgemere Court, Fredericksburg VA 22401.

LAURA (HELSER) ANTOL '86 is currently employed as a food service director for Marriott Corporation. Laura and her husband, Jeff, are enjoying their new home at 1248 Hunters Lake West, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221.

DAVID A. ARMSTRONG '86 was inducted in the Laker Football Hall of Fame at a dinner held on October 25, 1991 in Sullivan Hall. Dave is in his third year as assistant foot­ball coach at the college, and also serves as the academic adviser to athletes. His address is 130 McAuley Hall, Mercyhurst College, 501E. 38th St., Erie, PA 16546-0001.

U.S. ARMY CAPT. KENNETH C. DYER '86 is currently stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky in the 101st Support Group (Corps). Ken was the honor graduate of his quartermaster officer advanced course and is married to JUDY (BROWN) DYER '87. The Dyers have two children, William Collin, 3, and Maryssa Louise, 1, and make their home at 213 Sheridan Circle, Hopkinsville, KY 42240.

MARK HOLLAND '86 is a C.P.A. working for Katz and Associates in Pittsburgh, while his wife, KIMBERLY (RIES) HOLLAND '86 is employed as a (light atten­dant for American Airlines. The Hollands are at home at 516 Hutchinson Ave., Canonsburg, PA 15317.

THOMAS NICK '86 has received his Nursing Home Administrators license for the state of Pennsylvania, and currently holds the position of administrator of Corry Manor in Corry, PA, a 121 bed skilled care nursing facility. Thomas makes his home at 626 W. 23rd St., Erie, PA 16502.

JUSTINE E. (PAGET) PISANI '86 is employed at Dickinson Mental Health Center as a mental health case manager/therapist for the partial hospitalization pro­gram. Justine would like to hear from former room­mates Terri McKelvey, Heidi DeMark, Diane Lark, and Norma Ryen, and can be reached at 121 Julia St., Johnsonburg, PA 15845, where she lives with her husband, Ronald, and sons, Colby and Garet.

NARDA A. GATGEN '87 graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a master's degree in social work in December, 1991. Narda resides at 2930 Old French Rd., Erie, PA 16504.

CYNTHIA ANN (LOCHNER) MICELI '87 would love to hear from old friends at her new address: 34 Stoneheights Dr., Waterford, CT 06385.

CHRIS RENOUF '87 graduated from Rutgers University in May 1991, completing his master's of education in early childhood and elementary education. He is presently employed by the Sarasota School District. Chris's wife, MAUREEN (CASEY) RENOUF '86, is currently employed by Hyatt Corporation. The Renoufs make their home at 984 Harbortown Dr., Venice, FL 34292.

MARY BETH (BECHT) WARDI '87 has been named assistant vice president and trust investment officer at Marine Bank in Erie. Her responsibilities include invest­ment portfolio managing and assisting with new business development for Marine Bank's trust depart­ment. In addition, Mary Beth is working toward cer­tification in the Chartered Financial Analyst program, serves on the advisory board of the Glenwood YMCA and is a member of the Sertoma Club of Erie. Mary Beth and her husband, LAITH WARDI '85, make their home at 1055 W. 24th St., Erie, PA 16502-2424.

CHRISTOPHER CARDINALI '88 was recently pro moted to assistant front office manager at Holiday Inn/TSmpa International Airport. Chris makes his home at 5902 Memorial Highway, Apt. 1413, T^mpa, FL 33615.

KIMBERLY R. GIES '88 received her master of educa­tion degree in special education from Edinboro Univer­sity of Pennsylvania on December 15,1991. Kimberly's current residence is 313 Chestnut St., St. Mary's, PA 15857-1709.

JOHN P. McKENNA '88 received his master's of science degree in geology from the University of Toledo in September 1991. He is currently employed as a staff geologist by ABB Environmental Services Inc. in Farm-ington Mills, MI. John's new address is 30970 Stone Ridge Dr., Apt. 12102, Wixom, MI 48393.

CHERYL A. (PATOKA) YOSTEN '88 is currently employed as a medical technologist in the laboratory at the Clinical Pathology Institute at Saint Vincent Health Center. Cheryl and her husband, Andrew, make their home at 8749 Kirsch Rd., Erie, PA 16510.

SCOTT A. GORRING '89 was inducted in the Laker Football Hall of Fame in ceremonies held on October 25, 1991 in Sullivan Hall. Scott and his wife, SHAWN MARIE (FALCONE) GORRING '88 make their home at 812 Bancroft Ave., Erie, PA 16509-2158.

CHRISTOPHER C. MINDACH '89 is currently employed as a restaurant manager in the Pittsburgh area. His wife, KERRY LYNN (VIETMEIER) MINDACH '90 teaches elementary school, also in Pitts­burgh. Before their marriage and move to Pittsburgh, Chris lived in Ottawa, Canada, where he was employed as the manager of the Mexicali Rosa Restaurant, while Kerry taught second grade in Vero Beach, FL The

Mindachs make their home at 721 Lincoln Club Dr., Apt. 1619, Pittsburgh, PA 15237, and send their thanks to Mercyhurst and the fine teachers who prepared them well for success in their respective careers.

The Nine tied

RONALD BLUM, JR. '90 recently completed his master's of science degree in managerial technology at Johnson and Wales University in Providence, RI. Ron is currently employed by Red Lobster Restaurants in Warwick, RI, and resides at 947 Atwells Ave., #1, Providence, RI 02909.

ERIC G. CHASE '90 is currently employed as a federal officer in the custody department by the U.S. Depart­ment of Justice, working in the Durham area. His wife, JACQUELYN (BULA) CHASE '91 is a retail sales manager for a large retailer. The Chases make their home at 3222 Myra St., Apt. B, Durham, NC 27707.

DAVID A. GORDON '90 has been promoted to trust invest­ment officer at Marine Bank in Erie. In his new position, David will be responsible for manag­ing investment portfolios and promoting trust services. David joined Marine Bank's manage­ment candidate program in 1990, completed the program and held the position of portfolio manager until his recent promotion. He is currently pursuing his MBA at Gannon University and is also taking coursework towards designation as a certified financial planner. David is a member of the American Institute of Banking and the Benevolent Protective Order of Elks. He makes his home at 10 E. Fourth St., Erie, PA 16507-1448.

ANTHONY P. PRUSAK '90 has been promoted to senior sales manager at Marriott's Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite. Before joining the staff at Yosemite, Tony was employed by the Cleveland Marriott East in Cleveland, OH. The Yosemite Marriott is a $42 million mountain lodge resort located two miles outside Yosemite National Park. Tony's new address is P.O. Box 159, 1122 Highway 41, Fish Camp, CA 93623.

LYNN SHEFFLER '90 is presently working as a chemist for the National Cancer Institute in the laboratory of drug discovery, research, and develop­ment. She is also currently pursuing a master's degree in biomedical science at Hood College. Lynn makes her home at 1735 Heather Lane, Frederick, MD 21702.

ROBERT E. YOUNG '90 has been promoted by ARA Services to cash manager at Longwood College in Farmville, VA. Robert and his wife, Jacqueline, make their home at Rt. 2 Hatton Ln., Meherrin, VA 23954.

SUSAN (SWARMER) JAVON '91 is currently employed as a teacher at Holy Family School in Erie. Susan and her husband, Michael, make their home in Erie.

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Wedding BelL

Bedt Wished

Diana Barr '85 exchanged vows with David Kudish on June 29,1991, at the Standard Club in Chicago. A recep­tion followed immediately after the ceremony. The newlyweds took their wedding trip to Scandinavia and the Soviet Union.

Cheryl L. Burgard '87 and John J. Skywark were mar­ried on November 30,1991, in St. Peter's Cathedral in Erie. Attendants included Barbara (Gaydos) Atkin '87 and Jean Moniewski '85. The ceremony was followed by a reception in the Egan Dining Hall at the college. The Skywarks honeymooned in Richmond, VA.

Eric G. Chase '90 and Jacquelyn Bula '91 were mar ried in Christ the King Chapel on October 12,1991, dur­ing Homecoming Weekend. A reception at the Sunset Inn followed the ceremony. The Chases enjoyed a postponed honeymoon cruise of the Caribbean in early 1992.

Margaret Coffey '89 and Thomas A. TSnchick exchanged vows on December 28,1991, at St. Louis Church in Pittsford, NY. Lynn Sheffler '90 served as bridesmaid at the nuptials.

Debra Conley '83 married Dean Brown on May 18, 1991, at the Federated Church in East Springfield, PA. A reception at St. John's Center in Girard followed the ceremony. The Browns honeymooned in Myrtle Beach, SC

Joseph P. DeSanti '91 exchanged vows with Michelle Sidun on August 3,1991, at St. George Catholic Church in Erie. The ceremony was followed by a reception at St. Peter Cathedral Center. The couple enjoyed a honey­moon trip to Orlando, FL

JoAnn DeSantis '79 married Scott Barnes on October 26,1991, at Sarah Hearn Memorial Presbyterian Church in Erie. A reception at the Siebenbuerger Club followed the ceremony.

Barbara Jeanne Eck '79 wed Frank A. Duchini on November 15,1991, in Christ the King Chapel. The reception honoring the couple was held at the Erie Maennerchor Club.

Scott Alan Gorring '89 and Shawn Marie Falcone '88 were married on February 2,1991, at the Warner Theatre in Erie. A reception followed the ceremony at the same site.

Laura Helser '86 married Jeff Antol on June 29,1991, at St. Pius the Tenth Church in Steubenville, OH.

Mark W. Holland '86 and Kimberly Ann Ries '86 exchanged nuptial vows on October 26,1991, at the First Lutheran Church in Washington, PA. Kerry Putnam '86 traveled from her home in Long Beach, CA to serve as maid of honor at the ceremony, which was followed by a reception at the Cherrington Country Club in Coraopolis, PA. The Hollands enjoyed a wedding trip to Maui, Hawaii.

Jacqueline Ann Illig '83 married Philip Murawski in Christ the King Chapel on September 21,1991.

Kristine Kowalski '83 and Douglas Kobella were mar­ried on May 27,1991, aboard a cruise ship in Ft. Lauder­dale, prior to their honeymoon in the Bahamas.

Kathy C. Kunkel '88 married Matthew A. Gettis on October 7,1989, in Reading, PA. The wedding party included Hurst grads Ann M. (Johnson) Haibach '88 and Maureen T. Mullaney '88. The ceremony was followed by a reception in Stokesay Castle, and the couple enjoyed a honeymoon trip to the Hawaiian Islands.

Cynthia Ann Lochner '87 exchanged vows with Michael E. Miceli on October 5,1991, in Pittsburgh, PA. Fran Moavero '85, Mary Marchwinski '86, and Diane Erzen '89 were members of the wedding party. The couple took a cruise from San Francisco to Acapulco, Mexico, for their honeymoon.

Leslie Lucchetti '87 married Daniel R. Kenzevich on October 5,1991, at Mount St. Peter Church in New Kens­ington, PA. The ceremony was followed by a reception at the Hillcrest Country Club. Danny and Leslie enjoyed a honeymoon trip to Kiawah Island.

Kelly Fiona Lynch '91 exchanged vows with Michael Allen Wu at the Cathedral of St. Paul Episcopal in Erie on June 1,1991. A reception at the church social hall followed the ceremony. The couple honeymooned in Ontario, Canada.

Christopher C. Mindach '89 and Kerry Lynn Vietmeier '90 were married on July 26,1991, in Pittsburgh, PA.

Mary Nolan '84 and Robert A. Fair exchanged vows on May 4,1991, at St. Bonaventure Church in Allegany, NJ. The Fairs honeymooned in Florida and the Bahamas.

Thomas M. Pakulski '90 married Leslie Ann Huxsoll on August 24,1991, at Luther Memorial Church in Erie. A reception was held at the Warner Theatre following the ceremony.

Erin Marie Parker '90 and James E. Shaw were married on June 1,1991, at St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church in Erie. The ceremony was followed by a recep­tion at the Bel Aire Hotel. The Shaws enjoyed a honey­moon trip to Hawaii and Hollywood, CA.

Cheryl Ann Patoka '88 exchanged nuptial vows with Andrew M. Yosten on August 3,1991, in Christ the King Chapel. The ceremony was followed by a reception at the East Erie Turners. The Yostens traveled to St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands for their honeymoon.

Brad JL Ropey 7 9 married Diane L Niedzwecki in a July 13,1991, civil ceremony held at their home in Waterford, PA. A reception at the Siebenbuerger Club followed the ceremony. The Ropeys honeymooned in Toronto, Canada.

Tina Marie Sanford '85 exchanged nuptial vows with Gerald P. Gowen on September 28,1991, at St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church in Lawrence Park, PA. A reception honoring the couple was held at the Sieben­buerger Club. Tina and Gerald traveled to Nassau, Bahamas, for their honeymoon.

Patricia Ann Shaw '91 wed Christopher A. Hornick on May 25,1991, in Christ the King Chapel. A reception followed in Egan Hall. The Hornicks honeymooned in the northeastern United States.

Paula J. Skrzypczak '89 and Atty. Barry F. Levine exchanged wedding vows on November 28,1991, Thanksgiving Day, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Erie. The late afternoon ceremony was followed by a reception at the Holiday Inn South. Judy (Skrzypczak) Bekeny 7 8 served as her sister's matron of honor.

Maria Spancic '86 and William R. Storr, Jr. were mar­ried on September 21,1991, at St. Andrew's Church in Kenmore, NY. Maria and William enjoyed a honeymoon in Aruba.

Susan L. Swarmer '91 exchanged vows with Michael J. Javon in Christ the King Chapel on July 27,1991. The ceremony was followed by a reception at St. Peter Cathedral Center. The Javons traveled to the Pocono Mountains for their honeymoon trip.

Richard A. Vitale '85, '90 (MA) and Lori Ann Gallagher were married at Our Lady's Chapel at the Sisters of St. Joseph Motherhouse on August 16,1991. A reception at the Bel Aire Hotel followed the ceremony. The couple honeymooned in Bermuda.

Linda M. Wizikowski '83 married Bradley J. Hamilton on April 6,1991, at Anona United Methodist Church in Indian Rocks Beach, FL. The couple enjoyed a three island Hawaiian honeymoon.

Robert E. Young '90 exchanged wedding vows with Jacqueline M. Walley on September 1,1991, in Youngstown, OH.

Kathleen A. Ziegler '88 married Richard Dissoway on October 5,1991 at St. Leo's Catholic Church in Winston-Salem, NC.

Birth.

Congratulation**

Gina (Frisina) Adams '83 and husband, Mark, a son, Michael Walter, born July 8,1991, weighing 9 pounds.

Glen W. Allen, Jr. '85 and wife, Lori, their second son, Kyle David, born August 12,1991, weighing 8 pounds, II ounces. Kyle was welcomed by big brother Lucas Adam, 3.

Christine (Mack) Arne '86 and husband, Arion, a daughter, Chelsea Marie, born January 25,1991. Proud aunt Maureen Mack '88 and great-aunt Sr. Ber-nadatte Bell, RSM '53 welcomed Chelsea into the family.

Jeffrey M. Best 7 7 and Rosemaiy D. Durkin, Esq. 7 7 , a daughter, Deirdre Marie, born December 13,1991. Deirdre was welcomed to the family by big brother, Michael.

Jane (McLaughlin) Blackburn '80 and husband, Terry, their third son, Sean Thomas, born August 1,1991. Sean was welcomed home by big brothers Michael and Robert.

Gary 7 9 and Linda (Boddorf) Calabrese '82, a son, Anthony Charles, born August 7,1991, weighing 7 pounds. Anthony joins siblings, Elizabeth, 4, and Philip, 2.

Scott '89 and Shawn (Falcone) Gorring '88, a daughter, Casey Marie, born August 3,1991.

Kathy (O'Connor) Holland '84 and husband, Jack, a daughter, Katy Linn, born May 25,1991. Katy was born with congenital heart disease, and Kathy and Jack request the prayers of their friends on her behalf. Big sister, Kelly, is 4 years old.

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Anne (O'Neill) Klemensic '81 and husband, Francis, a daughter, Julia, on August 20,1991.

Pamela Anne (Theuerkauf) Millen '85 and husband, Peter, a son, Sebastian Francis, born October 26,1991, weighing 7 pounds, 1 ounce.

Elaine (Coyle) Niedzwiecki '82 and husband, Robert, a son, Michael, born October 25,1991, weighing 8 pounds, 4 ounces. Michael was welcomed home by big brothers John Paul, 3, and Joseph, 2.

Mark E. '85 and Leigh (Kennedy) Petrasek '87, a son, Mark Edward, born September 9,1991, weighing 8 pounds, 12 ounces. Baby Mark was welcomed home by big sisters Alexis, 5, and Estee, 2.

Justine E. (Paget) Pisani '86 and husband, Ronald, a son, Garet Joseph, born April 21,1991, weighing 6 pounds, 5 ounces. Garet joins big brother Colby James, 3.

Gregg J. 7 9 and Beth A. (Young) Rautenstrauch '80, their first child, a son, Beau Spencer, born July 13, 1991, weighing 8 pounds, 7 ounces.

Mary Cay (Marchione) Ricci '82 and husband, Enio, a son, Patrick Domenic, born August 26,1991, weighing 9 pounds, 10 ounces. Patrick was welcomed home by big brother, Christopher, age 1 J i

John 7 8 and Karen (Kelly) Schmitt 7 9 , a daughter, Kellie Ann, born July 3,1991, weighing 7 pounds, 9/2 ounces. Older sister Susann welcomed her little sister home.

Richard A. '80 and Vicki (Martinago) Shaheen '80, a daughter, Catherine Ann, born November 11,1991. Big sisters Jennifer, 8, and Lauren, 3, welcomed Catherine home.

Mary Jo (Cline) Szewczyk '83 and husband, Ed, a daughter, Samantha, born August 10,1991, weighing 9 pounds, 8 ounces.

Bernie S. Valento '88 and wife, Ann, a son, Jonathan Donald, born September 4,1991, weighing 7 pounds, Bounces.

Matthew '85 and Elizabeth (O'Brien) White '85, a daughter, Mary Elizabeth, born August 29,1991, weighing 6 pounds, 5 ounces. Mary Elizabeth was welcomed to the family by big sister, Amy Kathleen.

Condolences

And Our Pray end

Alumni Sr. Mary Francis Babeaux, RSM '43 Florence (O'Neil) Bernard '38 Sr. Lois Marie Buliskak, OSB '62 Sr. Mary Bonaventure Carney, RSM '43 Kathryn A. Harrington '35 Margaret (Mullaney) Hogle '35 Jane (McClenathan) McCabe '41 Margaret (Wadlinger) McCarthy '40 Dorothy Ann (Harrington) Meseck '45 Catherine Pompura '89 Kerry L (Hall) Rimdzius '90 Mary Jane (Mahoney) Schmidt '40 Barbara (Brown) Shinners '47 Pauline (Solida) Tiberi '54 Sr. Mary Rachel Weber, RSM '37 Natalie (Cooper) Woehrlen '48

Husband of K. Jane (Conner) Lampman '35

(Charles R. Lampman) Patricia (Haughney) Weithman '42

(Paul Weithman) Kay Wojciak, secretary, Student Services

(Adam Wojciak)

Ifeof Richard Chauncey, upholsterer for the college

(Martha Chauncey)

Father of Rita Cappello '64 (Thomas Cappello) Bonnie Clark '84 (Harry "Jack" Brock) Mary Daly '66 and Charmaine (Daly) Drexler '63

(Damian Daly) Jack Grazier'71 (Arthur P. Grazier) Ann Marie (McCarthy) Hebert '65

(William McCarthy) Joyce Sadowski, housekeeping staff

(lames Wilson) Dr. Philip Supina, assistant professor of political science and history

Margaret (Hirsch) Whyte '56 (Carl Hirsch)

Mother of Joan Cooper, former director of the Hammermill

Library (Ruth Simon) Cecile Hreha, office of Institutional Advancement

(Martha Roberts) Judi Ann Meseck '69 (Dorothy Ann Harrington

Meseck '45) Virginia (Dooley) O'Connor '39

((Catherine M. Dooley) Edith (Harris) Reichert '51 (Clara Harris) Florence Willis, a member of the Carpe Diem Society

(Florence Fryling)

Father-in-Law of Deberra (Korowicki) Grazier 7 0

(Arthur P. Grazier)

Mother-in-Law of David Cooper, director of the Center of Mental

Health/CRJS Issues (Ruth Simon) Sally McCallion, serials supervisor, Hammermill

Library (Mrs. James McCallion)

Brother of Sr. Eymard Poydock '43 (Arthur Poydock)

Sister of Elizabeth (Harrington) Sullivan '38

(Kathryn A. Harrington '35 and Dorothy Ann Harrington Meseck '45)

Marilynne (Cooper) Sullivan '45 (Natalie Cooper Woehrlen '48)

Friends of the College Thora Davis, Carpe Diem Society Florence Fryling, Carpe Diem Society Martha Gasche, former Carpe Diem Society member John Nee, former associate professor of Criminal Justice

Our apologies to the family of Grayce-Marie Reiser '36 (deceased) for omitting her name in the Annual Report under "Class of 36" Tower Club.

It's News To Us.. . If you tied the knot, had a baby, received a promotion, a transfer, a new job, a graduate degree, an award, an appointment or anything else you would like your

classmates to know about, you can help us fill the Class Notes pages.

Just complete the form below with your news. We also welcome professional photographs and snapshots, however, wedding pictures cannot be used. Photographs not be returned unless requested. We will make every effort possible to print your news in the next issue, but because of early deadlines, publication may be delayed. Be patient. Mail your news to Dorothy DiSanti, Alumni Office, Mercyhurst College, Erie, PA 16546.

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Mercyhurst Tradition: The poster that took 65 years to create.

For 65 years, students have embraced Mercyhurst with their continued commit­ment long after graduation. Through generous contributions to their alma mater, they not only strengthen the college, but also help preserve the special qualities of a Mercyhurst education.

To commemorate this tradition of giving and capture the visual character of Mercyhurst, the Alumni Office has created a poster that reflects the school's tradi­tional past.

This special poster will be sent to alumni and parents who increase their 1991-92 gift by $25 over last year's contribution.

Help preserve and enhance Mercyhurst for future generations. Send your contribution to the Alumni Office, Mercyhurst College, 501 East 38th St., Erie, PA 16546 by May 1, 1992, or call (814) 824-2248 to reserve your "Mercyhurst Tradition" poster.

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