f riday, oct. 7, 1988
cabrini college, radnor, pa 19087
vol. XXXV, no. 4
Directorof co-opdies suddenly by Jenni Obrecht Mary Parico was working evenings as a sales clerk at John Wanamaker's after the birth of her second child when her former employer came into the store. He asked why she was working there and when she replied that she couldn't find secretarial work at night, he promised to find her a position. The next week, Parico had a job doing evening secretarial work at Delaware County Community College. That man was Dr. John T. Carroll. He was like that with everyone, said Parico, who now works as office managerof Cabrini's co-operative education office. His sudden death from a massive heart attack Saturday at his home in Drexel Hill, has left friends, faculty and students remembering the special ways in which he touched their lives. Even though he joined Cabrini's staff a short 10 months ago, he was well known for his friendly disposition and helpful manner as director of the newly established cooperative education program. "You can fill a position, but you can't replace Jack Carroll," said Dr. Joseph Romano, philosophy professor. Romano, who first met him through an articulation program for transfer students from Delaware County Community College, said Dr. Carroll's personality defied the
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John Carroll shown here with Ellen Kaplan, job developer (left) and Mary Parico, secretary traditional image of a rough and tough administrator. Ellen Kaplan, co-ordinator of co-op, said she has worked with other directors, but Carroll was unique, He taught her how to deal with people and how to run a program in a friendly, comfortable environment. The candy dishes, always full and available to students, and the pleasant atmosphere of the co-op office are evidence of this. Dr. Carroll possessed the ability to do his
job well and to motivate those around him to do their best. Students recall him as supportive and interested in helping them find a co-op placement which would best suit their individual needs. Dr. Carroll often related his experiences and personal anecdotes in helping students with their resumes and co-ops. Brian Tripoli.junior, ran into problems at the beginning of his co-op. He said he called Dr. Carroll three times in one day, asking fOf
help. Dr. Carroll took the time to answer each call and he worked with Tripoli in figuring out a solution to the problem. Dr. Carroll maintained a close relationship with former co-workers at Delaware County after coming to Cabrini, often having lunch with them. Joan Hickman, his secretary for 11 years at Delaware County, described him as a people oriented person, respected by those who knew him. Dr. Carroll was interested in college administration, especially in the area of curriculum development. In 1977, he assisted Romano in instituting a business administration program at Cabrini. He earned his bachelor's in education from Villanova University, and recevied both his master's and doctorate in educational administration from Temple University. A 22 yearveteranoflheMarineCorps,he took pride in several commendations he received for his service in Korea and Viet-
nam. Dr. Carroll, who retired from the Marines in 1971, was buried Thursday, with full military honors, in Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery, Broomall. Dr. Carroll is survived by his wife Patricia; daughters Barbara Ellen Farrell and Elizabeth; sons John T. 3d, Michael M. and Stephen P., and five grandchildren.
Concensus:studentsneglectvoting by Johanna Church Election Day is Nov. 8, and popular consensus is that not many students will be voting. Peggy Cherpak, president, Radnor division League of Women Voters; Joseph Zazyczny, secretary of the state of Pennsylvania and James Hedtke, assistant professor of history and politcal science, all agree that teens and students are the group of voters that votes the least. All agree that voting is a very important issue and attention has to be put to those who don't vote. Cherpak feels that voting is essential to keep our government healthy. "In a democracy, if people don't vote, eventually there is no democracy,'' Cherpak said. Cherpak feels there are some substanial reasons why teens and students do not vote, and help should be given to them. "By not voting, teens have made themselves unimportant," she said. "I think they don't vote because they are unsure about who to vote for."
"There is not enough political information taught in schools,'' Cherpak said. ''Instead of chastising students, we ought to inform them." Hedtke feels that' 'voting is a very important, essential, political action. It is important for teens to vote so that they can express their opinion and will, to develop a habit of voting.'' Hedtke's reasoning behind why teens do not vote is different from Cherpak's. "They might not vote because they feel they are independent from the system or they don't yet have a stake in voting," he said. ''They are rebelling against authority or they are just too transient and feel they cannot vote yet." Hedtke also added that a candidate's stand on the issues of education funding, foreign affairs and military standings are where students' votes will make a difference. Zazyczny has a stronger view of the importance of voting and what should be done about the non-voters. "Voting is an obligation of every citizen and those who do not meet with that obligation should be penalized, "he said.
When asked if he felt it is important for attitude that does not coincide with what students and teens to vote, Zazyczny said, "It Cherpak, Hedtke, and Zazyczny are saying is definitely important and it gives students about teens and their voting tendencies. a voice and feel of what government is all "I vote because I want to and I want a say about." in who is going to be president,'' Curtin said. Zazyczny also said that absentee ballots The process of registering, for those who are legitimate and sometimes necessary for are not registered in Pennsylvania, is simple those students who wish to vote, but will not and easy. be in the registered legal residence at election A voter registration form can be picked time. up at any public library, state liquor store, or Some Cabrini students agree with township building. The deadline for these Cherpak, Hedtke, and Zazyczny 's opinions applications to be received in Media, Delaon not voting, and not caring about voting. ware County, is Oct. 11, 1988, for Delaware John Keefe, sophomore, is not enthusi- County residents. astic about the election. If the application will not be received on When asked ifhe was going to vote in the time through the mail, registration can be upcoming election, Keefe said, "No, I have done at the Government Center at Second no int,erest in politics." and Orange Streets in Media, Monday through Felicia Falcone, sophomore, said, "I Friday, 8:30a.m. to4:30p.m. This also must vote if I like the candidates who are be done by October 11. running." In order to be eligible to vote, one must be Kelly McGillan, sophomore from Plains- 18 years old by Nov. 9, 1988. boro, N.J. said,"I don't vote because I am Also, since this is not a primary election, not registered and I don't want to take the a voter does not have to vote for their party, time to go register. It is a pain in the neck to but rather for the candidate which one feels try to get an absentee ballot anyway." will do the best job in their office. But Peggy Curtin, sophomore, has the
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