DePaulia (DePaul University, Chicago, IL), 1977-01-14

              By Jeanie Dziekan Volume 55 Number 11 Mayor Richard J. Dalev DePaul Loses Good Friend The late Richard J. Daley was mayor of Chicago from April 5 1955 to December 20, 1976. Much of his political success is said to have been rooted in his undeniable Catholicism and his education in Catholic institutions. He began high school at De LaSalle but transferred to the now defunct DePaul-Loop High School from which he received his diploma in 1927. He graduated from the DePaul School of Law in 1933. The Very Reverend Comerford J. O'Malley, Chancellor of DePaul and President of the University from 1934 to 1963, notes that Daley was "a regular contributor to the University and gave his assistance year after year out of gratitude... he was very dedicated with his affection for the University." His sons Richard and Michael also attended DePaul. The President of DePaul was always a welcome guest in the Mayor's office. Bess O'Neil, Daley's head secretary and also a DePaul graduate, placed DePaul business before previous appointments orpeoplein the waiting room. Daley usually began a meeting by inquiring "How are things at our school?" His interest in stabilizing aged neighborhoods directed much of the physical growth of the Lincoln Park Campus. The presence of the campus expanded DePaul's facilities as it simultaneously raised local real estate values. Like many other students, Daley had to work his way through school. The time he spent at the stockyards or post office often necessitated evening classes. O'Malley recalled an anecdote in which Daley fell asleep in his Law class. The Professor called on him and he was not able to answer the question. He was asked to explain the matter after class. Daley was impressed by the DePaul By Steve Hudomiet A calendar for the 1977-78 academic year was adopted by the Board on Academic Calendar Monday, December 6. The calendar, along with a request for further study to uncover an alternative to the present quarter system was sent to University President Fr. Cortelyou for final approval.The 1977-78 calendar includes one summer session, 10 weeks in length, running from June 20 to August 27. The decision to adopt one ten week session followed discussion concerning possible adoption of two 5 week sessions. Some members of the board were opposed to such short sessions and felt that adoption of the single 10 week session was "the best academic thing to do." The board also pointed out the flexibility of the 10 week session, which allows for the scheduling of either one tenweek course or iwo five-week courses within the same summer session. The twin, five week sessions would not permit the longer, ten-week course. Autumn quarter 1977 will begin on Monday September Demons Dumped by Loyola Ramblers The DePaulia 'Friends' of Dr. Dauw Aroused by Editorial teacher's personal interest in him as a student. In 1966, Fr. Cortelyou gave Daley the honor of becoming the second recipient of the St. Vincent DePaul medal. According to The DePaulia, May 11, 1966, he was "cited for his administrative accomplishments affecting the fields of law enforcement, urban renewal, fire fighting, transportation, and revitalization of the inner city... serving God through the needs of man." Fr. Comerford J. O'Malley meeting with Mayor Daley in his city hall office. '77-'78 Calandar Adopted 19 and run through Wednesday November 23. Monday October 10 is scheduled as St. Vincent's Day. Final exams for Autumn quarter will follow the Thanksgiving holidays, running from November 28 through December 2. The attempt by the SGA to end Autumn Quarter before Thanksgiving was faced by stiff opposition from board members who felt that the present Christmas break is long enough and shouldn't be extended any longer. Also involved in the matter was the question of DePaul veterans losing a month's Veterans Benefits if classes did not extend into December. It was argued that DePaul veterans receive more benefits than needed to pay tuition anyway, but the board voted to extend Autumn quarter into December. Winter quarter 1978 will begin on Tuesday January 3. Monday January 2 will be a holiday following New Year's Day which is a Sunday in 1978. Final exams for Winter quarter will be held from March 6 to March 11. A two week Spring break will follow, running from March 13 through the 26. Spring quarter will begin on Monday March 27. Following the Memorial Day holiday on May 29, Spring Quarter finals will be held from Tuesday May 30 through Monday June 5. A proposal to begin the class day at 8 o'clock instead of 8:30 was turned down as 8 o'clock was termed too early to start the day, by the board members. By Bill Bike See Page 12 .January 14, 1977 See Page 4 A request to find an alternative to the quarter system was sent to Fr. Cortelyou, University President, since many board members felt that a better way to schedule the academic year should be found. Committee Formed on Outside Jobs The Faculty Affairs Committee of the University Senate held a meeting on Wednesday, January 5, discussing three main topics. The first was the possibility of consolidating the University's two faculty medical insurance plans into one by dropping Blue Shield coverage and improving the present major medical expense coverage. Problems cited with present Blue Shield coverage were: 1.) low first-dollar coverage 2.) faculty complaints 3.) slow settlement of claims 4.) a difficult deductable provision. No action on the matter was taken at this meeting. Next came a discussion on the controversy over employment of faculty members outsideof the University. Senator Erlebacher stressed that DePaul needs some policy on the matter that should be stated in the faculty handbook. Senator Richardson had previously formed some proposals, so a subcommittee was formed to look into them. Senators from different academic departments were appointed to make the subcommittee "representative" because of the divisiveness among the various departments on this issue. A proposed revision of the faculty handbook was also examined for errors and objectionable wording.