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Grads ReliveStressing the need for spirituality in college life, Fatheriel |Mart in heralded the opening of school today at this C-fiir l&rvfr O f Y V ^y M ass. Father M art in exhorted M ercy- J I I I l i wf I I LS\*ay 3stud yfhard, but to also pray hard to make!of the school year.f IFor freshmen, this marked theor i resnmen, this marked the end of a three day's orien-I l u ?}lele ^ O u t s t a n d i n g in this orientation was aM other M . Borgia, Dean, introducing the freshmenucing the freshmenand explaining the advantages

1 M other Borgia Explains CollegeIn telling how to get the most out of collegellife, M otherMercyhurst's credit system, the amount ofto|do satisfactory college work, and thef college as a contract betw een school and stud ent eachf '

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Pege Two T H E ! MERCIAD SEPTEM BER 20, 1951What Worth??This is your year; what are you going to do with it? College life is more than just classes and books; it's people. Toknow them, you have to work with them, not sit on the sidelines. There is plenty to capture the interest of each andeveryone of you, no matter how varied may be your interests.Of course, you know tha t all work and no play makes Jill a dullgirl; so get into the extra-curricular activities at M ercyhurst.They're waiting for you; go out to the clubs and give of yourself.Remember, you reap only what you sow, no more and noless. If you want to get the most out of this college, give ityour best andj you will gain satisfaction. Don't use the alibithat you just don't seemjto have the time. You'll have the timeif you really want to do something. Nothing is good unless itha s a purpose. Don't be a wandering wallflower; join the groupan d get'Un the swing of collegeflife. God gives us the gift oftime, so make t his year count in His Book and use it for Hisgreater honor and glory.

Cathol ic Action GroupsStudy Student ProblemsM ercyhurst representatives tothe national Young ChristianStudents Study Week|.have re turned to the campus full of the

contagious Y. C. S. spiri t . June10 to 16 at St. Procopius Abbey.Lisle. HI. was a new and thriUingexperience of discovering the realmeaning of the student vocation.Prom all overjrthe United Statesand Canada, boys and girls weregathered together in a specializedform of Catholic Action. In thesmall discussion groups* workshops, general sessions, at chowan d in the wee hours of the m orning hen and bull sessions, studentproblems were thrashed out andsolutions sought.Even work became relaxationin the open air meetings on therolling green lawns beneath shadytrees. Traditionally famous Benedictine hospitality made everym i nut e i pleasure. The mid-weekpicnic, with baseball games andsong fests plus cokes, -beer, andhot dogs, refreshed thought-wearyminds and set t he m 'rarin' to getback to work.

tThe* whole plan of the StudyWeek was to lead the studentsthemselves to develop, by theirown discussion and reasoning, adeeper Insight into their studentlife and responsibilities. Severalexcellent guest speakers gavepertinent lectures,. but these werealways followed! by discussionperiods in* which the studentstalked over their agreement or

disagreement with what had beensaid.Y. C. S. is the specialized formof Catholic Action | which existssolely for students. As Pope PiusXI stated in| his encyclical onCatholic Action, the mission ofre-Christianizing the world nhasnow faUen largely on the laity.The apostles of workers mustthemselves be workers, and theapostles of students must be students. They alone know the problems, the temptations, the difficulties of their environment. Students? then must band togetherto solve them.M ercyhurst is privileged *to beon e of the pioneer colleges in theY. C. S. movement. At presentthere are five active -groups working o n | campus. These "cells" are

organized on a class basis, witha separate cell for the days students. As soon as possible, thefreshman class will be introducedto the movement and given an opportunity to begin a cell. Newworkers, willing to give of themselves to help | their fellow students, are always welcome in anyof the groups.The'parting challenge of theStudy Week has been carried backto M ercyhurst: "The Study Weekis over, but the test of its successlies ahead in the results achievedon each campus in helping thestudents fulfill their God-givenstudent vocation."

College GivesOpportunitiesTo WritersHow much Journalistic abilitydo you have? Now is the time tofind out. Perhaps when you werein high school you were a littletimid about taking that first step.

If you never took that step, nowis the time to do it. M ercyhurstoffers you the opportunity to develop your journalistic tendenciesin three extra-curricular activities.First of these activities is yourown college paper, the M ERCIAD.It brings you all the latest socialand academic news, in additionto sports news, club news, coming events, timely editorials andbits of humor. The M ERCIAD iswhat you, the students, make It.The editorial staff needs youiThe next opportunity'^for journalists is offered by|the PRESS

CLUB. Any one of you readerswould frankly admit thattyou'dbe very pleased to see your pictureaccompanied by an article in yourhometown newspaper about somehonor you received. That is primarily the purpose of the PressClubto publicize M ercyhurstandjher students in the Erie papers and in the girls' hometownpapers. But these articles must bewritten by someone; th e PRESSCLUB needs Writers. Could it enlist you? ILast, but certainly not least, isthe PRAETERITA, yourS ownyearbook. It summarizes ninemonths of work and play. It putsdown onSpaper all;the trials andtribulations of college life. Itfre-calls all the good timesthedances, the dorm, fun in thelounge, extra-curricular activities. You help to make those memories and you can also help torecord themby being a memberof the PRAETERITA staff.M eroiad editor . . . Prances Sulli

va nPress Club president . . . JuliaTechPraeterita editor . . . Joan Young

How to Get Around at Mercyhurst(A handy and informative travel-ogue for the incoming 5 fresh -men).Getting around at M ercyhurstca n be an extremely simple or avery complicated process* depending largely upon what and whomyou are trying to get around. Forthe sake of our travelogue, weshall assume that you' are? attempting to get around the building. (It has been proven by previ-ous experience that there's absolutely no getting around therules.)Shall we join the expedition entering Chapel Hall? To the left, asyou have no doubt been informed,are located the offices and the antique room. You will also noticea stairway leading down to theauditorium and lounge and another leading up to College Hall.Torn between vice and versa,-letus choose the former and descend.

The lounge is the nucleus ofsocial life among the classes andmeeting place of the various academic clubs. As we pass through,you will! notice the packs of"happy-go-Lucky (Strike)" students singing or playing bridge.(They play*Canasta, too!) Somestudents even attempt to do theirhomework here. \Closing the lounge door behindus, we wUl pause a moment in thecupboard hall to refuel our expedition withf milkshakes beforeinspecting the kitchen and dininghall. Between one and threeflights of exercise up from thedining hall Odepending upon yourclass) are located those receptacles of mateless socks, NotreDame pennants, teddy bears, andthe last few crumbs of the "boxfrom home"the dormitories.They are the scene of surprise

birthday parties, pillow fights,an d yes, the recitation off therosary in the social rooms.Walking from the second floordorm, we reach College Hall. Hereare located classrooms and thelibrary, places where most of yourtime will be spent.Before forsaking our little groupof explorers in favor of our neatrooms and comfortable beds, letme show you one more key spot atMercyhurstthe Post Office. (Itis reputed that members of theStudent Board of Discipline areknown to-lurk here before ten-fifteen on weekday! mornings toapprehend venturesome ^underclassmen.) There is no need todescribe the location of this landmark; Just follow| the crowd.Everyone ends up there sooner orlater, more often sooner. IAnd so ends our first informaltour of your college on the hill!

j A\StudentViews theWor/c/jOur vocation as students is to search for 'truth, to study, and towork as dUigently toward perfection in the field of higher educationThis seems isolated from events that are taking place in Germany, Iranand Korea, and sometimes we are likely to forget the world of strife andinsecurity that lies outside the peaceful landscape of our college. Howthan, do world affairs affect us here at M ercyhurst? And If they do affect us, what can we do about them?Expellees AndGermanyIn West Germany we find expellees from Communist-dominatedlands seeking refuge among the Germans. Both sides must readjust Inorder to better understand the other. While some refugee farmers areable to earn a livelihood, many have not been so fortunate. What arethese honest, hard-working laborers who know only farming but cannotfarm, who want to live a free life but cannot be free from a nagging insecurity going to do? They are strong men; many are Catholics whohave suffered for their faith and appreciate it more for the persecutionthey have endured. What do they need?? They need to be taught a trade. In Germany cities must be rebuilt;homes, churches, schools, and factories must be replaced. For this workme n are needed. Train the farmers to be builders in brick and stone,and they will become builders in peace and security. Wouldn't it be wiserfor America to invest some of her capital in people who want freedomfor all, rather than in a Yugoslav dictator who has broken from Stalinin action but not in principle? Bygiving these people a chance to renewnormal lives, we can help promote Catholicism among them.i Nationalization And IranIn Iran the nationalization of the country has come into conflictwith the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company, formerly owned and operated byBritain. The Iranian nation, young and proud, wants to assume complete control over the oil fields. Britain agrees to their ownership butn ot to their controlling the operations. A taut line, about to break, wasrelaxed when negotiations between the two countries began, with American W. AvereU Harriman acting as the impartial go-between.Though natural for each side to resent the other, Britain must re spect the nationalistic sentiments of the Iranians. In turn, the Iraniansshould realize that they are not yet capable of operating the oil industrysingle-handed It seems that, temporarily at least, the^ British shouldcontinue operating the oil fields and, at the same time, give instructionand advice to the independent-striving I ranians . Iran should accept thisoffer with assurance that when she attains the skill necessary, she canoperate independently. An immediate solution is necessary if the largestoil refinery in the world is to retain its markets and if the Communist-sponsored Tudeh Party is to be kept from intervening in the negotiations. }

Reds And Korea^Although'tne poisonjof Communism As a dreaded threat in bothGermany and Iran, it has sharply displayed itself in all its ugliness InKorea. Continuing today are peace talks which began July 10. Whiledelayingrdouble -talk and false accusations are made by Red officials.American lives are being lost in persistent warfare, and Russia issteadily supporting an all-out armament program for her Europeanand Asiatic satellites. President Truman made this statement at Detroit's 250th anniversary celebration: "We do not know whether theCommunists really desire peace in Korea or whether they are simplytrying to gain by negotiations what they have been unable to gain inconquest." To t ha t I say, "Let's stop 'apple-polishing* the Reds."America has remained steadfast in her advocations at the peaceconferences, but she must flex a much stronger arm in Russia's face.Power and strength are the only qualities the Communists will respect.Let us then arm ourselves "to the teeth" and show the Reds that wear e the leaders.I want peace, and you want peace. The boy who left college, hisjob, his family, to enter the service wants peace. But do we want atemporary peace that is merely a pretense? Do we want the hammerand sickle above us threatening a shower of atom bombs If we justlyspeak from our Christian hearts against the atheistic tyranny issuingfrom the gods at the Kremlin? No, absolutely not! S PYou At M ercyhurst DaWha t can you do about it? If you have a chance to write lettersof encouragement to expellees in West Germany, do so; if you canpromote aid in doUars, food, or clothing to these people, do so. If youhear someone call the Iranians young upstarts, remember our American forefathers and how they loved freedom, and speak your mind. Ifyou hear the defense program discussed as another needless act onCapitol Hill, rebuke these words; if someone says defense is too costly,tell them you want freedom to enjoy your dollars; if you are voting inthe coming presidential election, select as your candidate the strongm an who advocates defense as protection against aggression.As young college women at M ercyhurst you now have the opportunity to contribute to the world in which you live by thinking anddiscussing logically, writing and acting intelligently,Sand forever living up to your American principle of freedom from tyrannical forces.Now is the time to act. Now is the time to pray. CARPE DEEM .

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8VIAKWJJO"> Y?.TmmThe opening of school, the rustling of fall-colored leaves, and thebrisk air set the scene for the be ginning of the Mercyhurst sportsprogram. |At many schools Fall spellsfootball and pep ralliesi in theminds of i ts students, but at the

'Hurst it spells field hockey, alongwith other sports. After classes inSeptember and October many ofthe girls will be trudging to thehockey field to learn the fast-moving game. The clicking ofsticks and the facing d o w n ! th efield in football positions willbring muchj enjoyment to thosewho play the game. After severalweeks of practice class" teams willbe formed; they will vie for pointsto be *used towards winning* theclassttrophy. Let's have everyoneout, includ ing all! of the freshmen, for a "warm-up" vgame ofhockey. IOn the warmer days ^tennisrackets and golf clubs will bebroken out of presses and cupboards. GolfSvill foe offered againonly to the juniors and seniors,but | e ve r yone i s expected?onf th enewly-lined courts.Get In The SplashOn (M onday afternoons allf th e'Hurst girls will have a chance"to get wet."IThe pool at ^Academy High School will again fbe

known as a place of learning, ofenjoyment, and of refreshment.M iss Ferguson is offering J a RedCross senior life-saving course forthose who meet the qualifications.And for those wishing to learn toswim, she's offering a beginners'course with a verbal guarantee ofpatience and good results.There are Intermediate a nd a dvanced swimmers' courses forthose who}wish to improve theirform. After spending a year at thepoo l! one acquires t he title of"mermaid." The remarks beginflyingM y! What a stroke!MemberHonorary Or OfficialThe A. A, is the a thletio o rganization of the college. Besidessponsoring all thej sports and aclass trophy, the A. A. stages thegala social weekend known as theWinter Carnival. The associationis open to all students. First, onebecomes 'a n honorary member;then toy^going out for spo rts andworking! on committees, one isgiven the opportunity to earn

forty points to become an officialmember. Let's see how-many ofyou older members canfearn letters or sweaters this year! Freshmen, lookrfor more informationabout the A. A. on the bulletinboards and sign up at the Jfirstopportunity.Faculty TeachesTravels . Studies /Faculty members of M ercyhursthad varied and interesting summers. Sisters and lay faculty werebusy teaching, studying, andtraveling. Summer school at

M e r c yhur st he l d Semite a few ofthe faculty as well as the adminis t r a t i on atttheir desks for a six-weeks period.Two Sisters received their M aster of Arts degree at the close ofthe summ er sessions: Sr . M. Virginia, in Spanish, at Western Reserve University % a n d 8 r , MaryCharles, in chemistry, ' at NotreD a me . Sr.f M . Re gi na pur s ue dgradu ate courses^ at the University of Pittsburgh, Sr . M . Gabrielat Western Reserve, Sr . M . Inez atCarflegie T e c h, and S r . M a r yThomas studied- ar t u n d e r M r .Vincent La 111 of Rosary Hill Col*lege in Buffalo. (Philosophy coursesa t Pordham University attractedM iss Ferguson to New York for asix-weeks* stay. 1

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Convention MindedSr. M . Collette, Sr . M . Rachel,a nd M i ss ^ Reilly representedM ercyhurst at the National HomeEconomics Convention in Cleveland. At that t ime Sr. M. Rachelwas named president-elect of UieNational Catholic Council onHome Economics. Dr. Haley andM iss Kelly report anf inspir ingweek at the Catholic Action StudyWeek held at St. Procopius Abbeyin Jun e. M iss Kelly also atten ded fthe National Theatre Conference in Chicago and observed theCatholic University Players at StM ichael 's College in B urlington.Vermont, for two weeks. Dr. Haasspent a thoughtful period at theNational Psychological andlPhilo-sophical Convention in Chicago.Sr. M . Angelica spen t most of hersummer directing the redecorationof f the SJsters'ichapel a t S t . J os eph's Academy in Titusville.

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NSA^DelegatesIExchange IdeasThe campus of the University ofM innesota? was the scene of thefourth congress of the U. S. National Student Association. Pore-most among the issues debated invarious commissions were thedraft situation, universal military

training, academic freedom, thestuden t bill of rights, and the for- |matlon of a new world studentu n io n , !In the sub-commission meetingsheld the first few days of the Congress, students from the Northand South, from schools largeand small, public and private,had the opportunity to "swap"ideas and experiences, to appreciate problems and points of viewthey had not considered -before,thus creating a spirit of comradeship that comes from the awareness of common needs and common "hopes. The knowledge thatother college campuses have hadand have solved problems that areaffecting our \ c a mpus : and manyothers served as an inspirationnot only for each delegate, butfor the National Student Association as a whole.

Small Colleges BenefitA total of 513 delegates representing over 195 colleges and universities were registered. * Thoseof j us from small campuses discovered what "life" was like in auniversity, for our meetings werenot always business confabs. Problems affecting both the large andsmall campuses were aired anddebated. Concrete resolutionswere made concerning Student-Faculty Committees, Orientationprograms, Intercollegiate Athletics, etc. Policies of the N. S. A.were revised, and implementationof the se policies are now left; inthe hands of the delegates.The National Student Association is still alive; it shall continueto live as long as students recognize their problems and take theinitiative in settling them. * Betsy* M eehan and BarbaraTonry were delegates from M e r cyhur s t .

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Welcome to M ercyhu rst! Today is your first day of classes. Everything is so new and interesting, isn't it?'You have looked forward toyour first day of college for a long time, and now it has finally come.This first day is only one of many events which you will cherishfor the rest of your lives. We would like to tell about a few of the manyother interesting happenings which you will share with us this year.The first red-letter day will be your Investiture In cap and gown.This is a day just for you, when you will finally don our traditionalcollege atti re.On the social calendar in November will be the NFCCS Ball, yourfirst formal dance of the year. We all work together to make this firstcollege dance a success. Each class chooses one girl as candidate forQueen of the NPCOS Ball. If you work very hard, maybe your class'schoice will 'be queen of the ball. >On December eighth , we dedicate ourselves to the M other of God.This is the day that candidates are received into the Sodality.Of course, Christmas vacation is j always a big event, but theChristmas party which your class will sponsor and the Christmas dinner are occasions which yon will never forget.After Christmas vacation you will look forward to the Sophonade.the second formal dance, and Winter Carnival Weekend. This is a fun-packed th/ee days'in which you will concentrate on nothing but fun.There will he sock dances, hay rides, sled riding, and a?formal dinnerdance.In M arch a weekend is set aside for the annu al retreat, a time for

prayer and meditation. After retreat comes Easter vacation, andfyourealize that the yearlis quickly slipping by. However,' there are a fewmore occasions which you will share with us before you complete yourfreshman year.When thef rying hours of June exams are over, you will see aibright spot on the horizonthe June Prom, last formal of the year.Everyone blossoms forth in her best pastel evening gown with herspecial date.

I Graduation will probably bring a tear to your eye and you will remember many thing's which I have not mentioned here, such as FortyHours, Ganno n Open Houses, and of course, M ay Day, the day whichyou had probably all heard about before you came to M ercyhurst, butyou really had to see it to appreciate the beauty. - - -'You will have man y impo rtant hours at M ercyhurst which youshare with only a few, such as parties, trips to Arts, but these will beimplanted in "your mind*as firmly a s the rest. So, have a w onderfultime at M ercyhurst th is year, and I promise you, you will never forget it.

Freshmen, Meet Your FacultyThis year marks the beginningof a new step in your life. You areagain at the bottom of the ladder.However, there are many whowant to help you to mount thisladder to a*nappy, successful life.They are not only your teachers,they are also your friends. So.freshmen, meet your facultyjr. . .Art: Sr. | M . | Angelica, Sr. M .T homa s . Biology: M other^M. Leona, Sr .M . Eymard. |Chem istry: Sr. M . Pidelis, Sr.M . Charles.Drama tic Art: -Miss Helen Kelly.Education: Dr. M. J . Relihan.Sr. M . Elizabeth. WEnglish: 'Sr. M . (Philippa, M o th er M . Eustace, Dr. M artha H aley.History: Sr . M ary Anna, Sr . M .

Loretta.Home Econom ics: Sr. M . Collette. Sr. Mary Rachel, Miss NinaReilly. *? fArts and Crafts: Sr. M . Con-sola ta .Romance Languages: Sr . M .Gabriel, Sr. M . Virginia, Dr.M aria Haas.L br a r i a ns : S r . M . Liguori.fSr.M . J a ne P r a nc e s. *