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              The Loyola Maroon Vol. XLII Loyola University, New Orleans, La., Friday, March 4, 1966 No. 14 Father Pfister Asst. Dean Assumes New Post The Reverend J. Emile Pfister, S.J., chairman of the Department of Theology, has been appointed assistant dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. In announcing the appointment, the Very Reverend Homer R. Jolly, S.J., president of the university, indicated that Father Pfister will retain his duties as chairman of the Theology Department. Since becoming chairman of the Theology Department in May, 1964, Father Pfister has updated the theology cirriculumcirriculum to include the new look of the "Aggiornamento". Under him new elective courses have been added to the theology program. Presently Father Pfister is lecturing on the "History and Spirit of the Liturgy" at Loyola. When asked what his new duties as Assistant Dean would involve, Father Pfister elaborated, "I will assist the Dean." Last summer, Father Pfister directed a program of summer school courses in theology. His plans for this year's summer session include additional courses in education and the methods of teaching religion. Father Pfister entered the Society of Jesus on August 15, 1945, immediately following his graduation from Jesuit High School in New Orleans. He was ordained to the sacred priesthood in 1958. Upon completion of his philosophical studies at Woodstock College, Father Pfister received his A.8., M.A., and Ph. L. degrees. From 1955- 1958 he studied theology in Belgium and France. After his ordination in 1958, Father received his S.T.L. degree from St. Louis University and returned to New Orleans from 1960-1962 as a faculty membermember of the departments of philosophy and theology at Loyola.In 1962, Father Pfister left Loyola in order to persue doctoral studies in theology. Shortly before returning to Loyola in May 1964 to assume his duties as Chairman of the Theology Department, Father Pfiiter received his Doctor of Sacred Theology degree (S.T.D.) from the Pontifical Faculty of Theology of Woodstock College. His doctoral dissertation, which he publically defended at Woodstock College, was entitled: St. Gregory of Nyssa— Biblical Exegete: An Historico —Theological Study of Pentateuchal Exegesis. , Father Pfister is a member of the Catholic Theological Society of America, and the Society of Catholic College Teachers of Sacred Doctrine 9 His interests vary from the ancient to the modern in the field of theology: from the history of Bilblical exegesis and patristics, to the studies of the Liturgy and of contemporary Catholic and Protestant theology. Father Pfister is the son of Mr. and Mrs. F. Raymond Pfister of New Orleans. He was born on March 8, 1928. FATHER PFISTER Prelate Asks Vocations, Praises American Church By GEOFFREY BROWN E Catholicism in the United States is a gift of God to whole world," Archbishop Phillip M. Hannan Loyola's juniors and seniors last week in a wide ing speech which ended in a plea for religious priestly vocations. Ie archbishop spoke  [oly Name Auditon■"riday, Feb. 25, to junind seniors, and Tuesday, March 1, to freshmen and sophomores. The talks were arranged at his own request. Leading into his optimistic view of the U.S. Church, Archbishop Hannan cited the American attitude toward the Pope and the clergy. He pointed out that in 1898 a delegate of the pontiff was greeted in this country with anti-Papal Now, he said, the atmosphere has totally changed. The Pope, on his recent visit to New York, was cheered by Bwho regarded him as kesman for all humani•asting European antism with American resr the clergy, the archsaid, "The American attitude is that the priest is D■»■D■D ■D»■»..,,■».■.C».D— held in reverence. A priest doesn't have to masquerade as an infiltrator of society. The distinguishing mark of the en Church is that we prized the priesthood." main defect of Ameri;holics," he said, "is that they are so used to having been oppressed in the past by the Protestant establishment that they have become inert. They refuse to do anything and they use Protestant "bigotry" as an excuse for their inaction." This is an attitude "to flee like poison," the archbishop said. "There is no excuse today for not acting in any field." Then he attacked publications that have been critical of Church policies. He said he looks "with dismay on critical magazines because these talented young men lack the courage to act." Commenting on New Orleans, Archbishop Hannan asserted that since Catholics have been less oppressed here in the past than in other parts of the country, they should be leading more here. Telling his listeners, "You are responsible for the future of the Church," the archbishop switched to the subject of vocations.He pointed out that all religious orders find it necessary to curtail their work for lack of manpower. He argued that the religious needs of this area are very great; that the region has the lowest rate of diocesan vocations in the country; that in many places there are 1,000 families per priest. As examples he cited a school in the New Orleans archdiocese which has one nun as principal presiding over 12 lay teachers and another school which has not yet found nuns to staff it. "We can put to use any talent," he said. "I don't know any place that has more opportunity than here." ARCHBISHOP HANNAN A&S Coed Captures Pool Title Alma McNab, A&S senior from La Lima, Honduras, captured first place honors in the regional competition of the Women's Inter-Collegiate Pocket Billiards Tournament held Feb. 18-20, at Louisiana State University. The four coeds with the highest game averages from among fifteen regional winners throughout the U.S. will be eligible to compete in the national run-offs in Miami this April. Following her victory at LSU Alma was presented with two plaques, one for herslef, and one for Loyola. Alma related excitedly that she shook hands with former world pool champion Willie Mosconi who congratulated her on her win. "I had read all his books," she said, "and never missed his exhibition games on T.V." Tremonti Encourages Sex Education In Home Not Teacher's Job By GEOFFREY BROWN The Rev. Joseph B. Tremonti, C.S.V., told the first session of the Loyola University Parents' Institute Tuesday that parents can ignore adolescent's questions about sex; positively discourage them; or answer them, but the youngster will satisfy his curiosity, "at home or in the guttpr " "Sex education cannot be abdicated to a teacher," he stressed. "Usually the parents are best qualified, having the time, the confidence, and the understanding of this particular child." Father Tremonti, chairman of Loyola's department of education, spoke to approximately 200 parents in Danna Student Center on the University "It would be foolish to suppose that proper sex education can eliminate completely conflicts, frustrations, and occasional transgressions. But improper education about sex compounds the natural difficulties of youth. "There is too much stewing over impurity and sex and far too many don'ts connected with the sex question. "Begin early enough and neglect no opportunity of imparting information and guidance during the early years of childhood. To postpone such instructions until adolescence is to wait too long and to prejudice the success of any late Parents should answer questions just completely enough to satisfy the child at the time, the educator pointed out. A simple answer to a small child's question is more suitable than a long, detailed biological outline. "An example is the fourth grader who bounced in from school one day and asked 'Mom, what is sex?' The mother launches into a stammering, rather clinical dissertation on the facts of life. The boy looked more and more puzzled as the mother talked. Finally, he pulled out the identification card from his new wallet and said, 'But Mom. I'll never get all that stuff in this little space under 'sex'.' "Sex education must be private and adapted to the needs of each individual. In private, there is an opportunity to stress the relationship between passion, temptation, and sin . . . adolescents do not park in lover's lane to recite the rosary. "Don't compartmentalize sex education, or make it a special project, rather work it into Parents Institute . . . Telling parents how to tell their children about sex, Father Joseph B. Tremonti, C.S.V., chairman of Loyola's department of education, regales the first session of the Loyola University Parents' Institute. Two hundred parents attended the session, the first of four lectures on subjects of interest to parents scheduled each Tuesday morning during March. 186 In A&S, 79 In BA Named To Deans, Lists Named to the dean's list for the fall semester were 186 students in Loyola University's College of Arts and Sciences and 79 in the College of Business Administration. In A&S of the students named to the list 46 had maintained 4.0 or straight 'A' averages.Frethnmn earning straight 'As' were Marie B. Favaloro, Barbara B. Henry, Fern M. Leßus, Mary A. McGarth, Nancy L. McKeon, Paula C. Micholet and Michael D. Pedersen.Carolyn M. Truxillo and Donald E. Borey were the only lopkomorei maintaining perfect averages. Juniors included Brenda Ann Acosta, Ronald W. Busuttil, Valerie J. Conner, Richard A. Lazzara, Elaine K. Mattingly, Harold M. Messmer Jr., Judith Ann Murphy, Bennie P. Nobles Jr., Gayle A. Veglia and Donald J. Voorhies. Seniors were Albert Armbruster Jr., Marie L. Blamphin, Gary F. Carroll, Ann M. Cassagne, Adelaide A. Charbonnet, Francine A. Cicero, Julie A. Fitte, Frederick H. Graefe, Mary E. Higgins, Kathleen E. Hogan, Marie L. Junca, Kathleen M. Kozeny, Karyl M. Keubel and Thomas R. Lacour. Also Sheila A. Molligan, Roberta A. Oubre, Frank A. Peterson Jr., Peggy M. Resor, Linda L. Rose, Walter D. Sagrera, Thomas J. Sartory, Denise A. Schoen, Jean Ann Stone-cypher. Margaret T. Tusa, Anita M. Wagner, Michele C. Webre and Lynda A. Willoz. Others named to the list included freshmen Thomas A. Ahfield, Edmund J. Anderson Jr.. Mo. Aranzazu Azcue, F. 1., Michel E. Bonne. Maureen A. Carriere, Barbara A. Coates, Stephen G. Cochran, Steve J. Colleta, Charles W. Flink 11, John A. Franck, Marilou M. Freeman, Patricia A. Frey, Eva J. Gallagher, Leslie D. Gay, Richard M. Georges, Patricia A. Giangro=so, Kem L. Hainebach, Linda A. Heindle, Elizabeth A. Korson, Richard J. Leonard and Arthur S. Mann 111. Also Catherine A. McGregor, Anthony S. Meyer, Michael A. Miroue, James W. Morrison, Philip E. Mullin, Alida M. Neveu, William J. Peacock, James C. Reteneller, Patricia M. Rini, James L. Robinett Jr., Carol R. Schreiner, Cynthia Schwartz, Margaret L. Serio, Mark V. Silverio, Charlotte A. Simms, Rosemary D. Van Antwerp. James P. Vial Jr., Karla M. Vuilliet, Robert M. Watzke, Donna M. Whitson and Marcella C. Wichser. Sophomores: Mo. Theresa Azcue, F. 1., Ted J. Campbell, John R. Clark, Even Mary Curtis, Robert L. Dupont, John M. Famularo, Jane C. Gavin, Kathleen Grunsky, Leon M. Hicks, Margaret S. Hoskins, Jacqueline L. Jones, Gregory R. Kusic, Barbara C. Laing, Susan Marie Lauxman, Joan Ann Leckert, Howard S. Linzy and Mary Jo Ann Liuzza. Also Donald H. Mahoney Jr., Lawrence W. Mazzeno 111, Chairman Named For $100 Club Philip J. Schoen 111 has been named chairman of the university's Century Club for 1966. The club consists of all who contribute $100 or more to Loyola's annual alumni giving drive. Councilman Henry B. Curtis, general chairman of the drive, said Schoen's appointment will insure a vigorous effort to build membership in the club. Last year's Century Club membership approached 300 ami the alumni giving drive exceeded $100,000 for the first time in the university's history. Schoen said no exact goal has been set for this year's campaign yet but that "planning is now underway and a considerable boost in club membership is indicated." Schoen is the vice president of Jacob Schoen & Son, Inc., and Schoen Funeral Home of Jefferson, Inc. He was recently elected president of the National Funeral Directors' Association at a convention in Chicago, 111. SCHOEN (See DEAN'S LIST, page 2) (See TREMONTI, Fajre 2)