Book Club Meeting August 3, 2016

"Howard's End" proved to be one of the most disagreed upon books we have read and discussed. Some of us liked the insights E. M. Forster had about the growth of cities, the role of women in the future, and his uncanny understanding of the connections as well as differences between England and Germany. But some of us felt the constant back and forth of narrative and description disruptive, the relationship between Margaret Schlegel and Henry Wilcox incomprehensible, and the coincidences of the plot resolution too far fetched. It made for a very lively discussion.


Our next book will be “On Beauty”, by Zadie Smith. Here is the New York Times review from 2005. This book is considered by some to be Ms. Smith's homage to "Howard's End", so this might give us some points of consideration.

We next meet Wednesday, October 5, in Room 115 of the Richardson Library. Discussion begins at 1:30, with the room open at 1 pm. for anyone who wants to bring in a brown bag lunch.  For further information contact Kathryn DeGraff or Helen Marlborough.

As we considered titles for future consideration, rather than simply review our existing lists, we decided to have all participants submit titles they would like to read to Kathryn DeGraff. She will compile the list with brief annotations for us all to review together.

In Memoriam - Edwin Schillinger

Edwin Schillinger, 1981
Photo courtesy: DPU Archives

Dear Colleagues,

It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death of Edwin J. Schillinger, Ph.D at age 93. Dr. Schillinger served the university for more than four decades as a Physics Professor, Department Chair, and Dean of the then College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He was a lifelong Blue Demon Fan. He was the recipient of the Via Sapientiae and Cortelyou-Lowery awards, and was a World War II veteran.

Ed was the beloved husband of 67 years to Carmelita; loving father of Rose (Larry) Eiden, Mary (Michael) Baljevich, Ann (Eric) Rahn, Ed (Mary Jo), Jerry (Nora) and Elizabeth (Mike) Jerfita; cherished grandpa of 16; proud great grandpa of 12. In Lieu of flowers memorials can be made to St. Vincent de Paul, Immaculate Conception Church, 7211 W. Talcott Ave. Chicago, 60631. Visitation Saturday at Kolbus - John V. May Funeral Home 6857 W. Higgins Ave. Chicago. from 9 A.M. until time of prayers 10:45 A.M. Procession to Immaculate Conception Church for 11:30 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial. Interment All Saints Cemetery. For info www.kolbusmayfh.com or (773) 774-3232.

See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/chicagotribune/obituary.aspx?pid=181196298#sthash.EhTfmI7C.J75tkE2H.dpuf

A note of sympathy can be left at: http://www.legacy.com/guestbooks/chicagotribune/edwin-schillinger-condolences/181196298?cid=full

Our deepest sympathies to the Schillinger family. May he rest in peace.

Source: Office of Mission and Values, August 26, 2016

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Edwin J. Schillinger PhD Age 93. Beloved husband of 67 years to Carmelita; loving father of Rose (Larry) Eiden, Mary (Michael) Baljevich, Ann (Eric) Rahn, Ed (Mary Jo), Jerry (Nora) and Elizabeth (Mike) Jerfita; cherished grandpa of 16; proud great grandpa of 12. He had a deep love for DePaul University devoting 43 years as a Physics Professor, department chairman, Dean of Liberal Arts & Sciences, and lifelong Blue Demon fan. Recipient of the Via Sapientiae and Cortelyou awards. PhD from Notre Dame University. World War II Army Veteran. In Lieu of flowers memorials can be made to St. Vincent de Paul, Immaculate Conception Church, 7211 W. Talcott Ave. Chicago, 60631. Visitation Saturday at Kolbus - John V. May Funeral Home 6857 W. Higgins Ave. Chicago. from 9 A.M. until time of prayers 10:45 A.M. Procession to Immaculate Conception Church for 11:30 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial. Interment All Saints Cemetery. For info www.kolbusmayfh.com or (773) 774-3232.


Source: Published in a Chicago Tribune Media Group Publication from Aug. 26 to Aug. 27, 2016

In Memorian - Yuen Wong

It is in sadness we have just learned of the death of Yuen Wong, professor in the department of mathematics. Dr. Wong died on July 27, 2016. May he rest in peace.

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Yuen F. Wong, age 80, beloved husband of Katherine Wong; loving father of Yvonne (Larry) Kaminsky, Elaine Babb and Eva Wong (Martin) Fodor; dear grandfather of Isa, Jakob, Brittaney, Gaby, Madison, Lia and Ben. Dr. Wong was a Math Professor at DePaul University for over 40 years. Memorial Mass 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 30, 2016 at Saint Mary Church, 1012 Lake Street, Evanston, IL 60201. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Psoriasis Foundation, 6600 SW 92nd Avenue, Suite 300, Portland, OR 97223-7195 or www.psoriasis.org. Info: 847 675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com.

Source: Published in a Chicago Tribune Media Group Publication on July 28, 2016
- See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/chicagotribune/obituary.aspx?pid=180810404#sthash.pxsnvN8S.dpuf

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Dear Colleagues,

It is with sadness that we have learned of the death of Professor Yuen F. Wong, retired professor of the Department of Mathematics.  Prof. Wong served at the university from 1964 until his retirement in 2007.  He passed away on July 27 at the age of 80.  He is survived by his wife, three children, and seven grandchildren.

Services have been held.  Memorial donations are appreciated to the National Psoriasis Foundation, www.psoriasis.org.  Our condolences go to the family, friends, colleagues, and former students who mourn the loss of Professor Wong.  May he rest in peace.

Thank you.
Mission and Values

Source: Email, August 10, 2016

Medicare Advantage - a new BC/BS medical program available to retirees

Did you know that DePaul is offering a new medical plan option, Medicare Advantage, for DePaul retirees who are age 65 and over and eligible for Medicare?

Learn more about this new plan on HR's website:

http://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/Pages/medicare-advantage.aspx

Look for more details in late August/early September.

An important note:

If DePaul does not receive an open enrollment form from you by the end of October, we will attempt to contact you again to confirm whether or not you want to enroll in the Medicare Advantage plan. If we do not receive a completed form, your Carve-Out plan coverage will end December 31, 2016 and you will not have retiree medical coverage through DePaul as of January 1, 2017. If you waive coverage or do not submit an enrollment form for 2017, you will not be eligible for the retiree medical plan in the future.​