A grand time was had by all. Thanks to the Office of Mission and Ministry for their sponsorship; the Office of Events Planning for orchestrating a lovely luncheon venue; and, to the DES Steering Committee for coordinating the program on Preservation Chicago presented by its Director, Ward Miller.
Enjoy a few photos from the day.
Byrne Hall
The Academy building was turned over to DePaul University, and renamed Byrne Hall. Bygone DePaul | Special Collections & Archives
Friday, October 26, 2018
In Memoriam - Howard Sulkin
In Memoriam
Dr. Howard A. Sulkin, 1941-2018
Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership mourns the loss of Dr. Howard A. Sulkin, the Institute’s President and CEO from 1984 to 2009.
Dr. Sulkin was a specialist in organization theory and adult education, who received his MBA and Doctorate from the University of Chicago. During the 25 years of his presidency, Spertus Institute greatly expanded its offerings to foster learning through both traditional means and through arts and culture.
In 2007, he realized the dream of opening a magnificent new building for Spertus Institute, designed to serve the growing needs of students, participants, and visitors. This building has been recognized with local, national, and international critical acclaim including an array of architectural awards. Architect Mark Sexton called Sulkin a great client. “He started with the big idea that the building was a gift to everyone who would live in or visit Chicago. That’s a profound way of thinking for an institution — usually it’s more about the institution and less about the impact.”
Sulkin was passionate about forging partnerships and collaborative relationships with organizations in the Jewish world, the arts and academic communities, and with those pursuing interfaith understanding. He served as Board Chair of Chicago Parliament of the World’s Religions, was on the planning committee for the 1993 Parliament in Cape Town, South Africa, and traveled throughout the world on behalf of the work of the Parliament.
Prior to his tenure at Spertus Institute, Sulkin was a Vice President and founding Dean of the School for New Learning (SNL) at DePaul University. A competency-based educational program for adults, SNL was and remains an important initiative, having become an internationally aclaimed leader in self-directed learning.
To his dear wife Connie, his children, grandchildren, and many friends and colleagues, all of us at Spertus Institute extend our deepest condolences.
Y’hi zikhrono livraha. May his memory be for a blessing.
Source: Spertus Institute website, October 26, 2018
Photo: Dan Rest from grand opening of the Spertus Institute building
Dr. Howard A. Sulkin, 1941-2018
Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership mourns the loss of Dr. Howard A. Sulkin, the Institute’s President and CEO from 1984 to 2009.
Dr. Sulkin was a specialist in organization theory and adult education, who received his MBA and Doctorate from the University of Chicago. During the 25 years of his presidency, Spertus Institute greatly expanded its offerings to foster learning through both traditional means and through arts and culture.
In 2007, he realized the dream of opening a magnificent new building for Spertus Institute, designed to serve the growing needs of students, participants, and visitors. This building has been recognized with local, national, and international critical acclaim including an array of architectural awards. Architect Mark Sexton called Sulkin a great client. “He started with the big idea that the building was a gift to everyone who would live in or visit Chicago. That’s a profound way of thinking for an institution — usually it’s more about the institution and less about the impact.”
Sulkin was passionate about forging partnerships and collaborative relationships with organizations in the Jewish world, the arts and academic communities, and with those pursuing interfaith understanding. He served as Board Chair of Chicago Parliament of the World’s Religions, was on the planning committee for the 1993 Parliament in Cape Town, South Africa, and traveled throughout the world on behalf of the work of the Parliament.
Prior to his tenure at Spertus Institute, Sulkin was a Vice President and founding Dean of the School for New Learning (SNL) at DePaul University. A competency-based educational program for adults, SNL was and remains an important initiative, having become an internationally aclaimed leader in self-directed learning.
To his dear wife Connie, his children, grandchildren, and many friends and colleagues, all of us at Spertus Institute extend our deepest condolences.
Y’hi zikhrono livraha. May his memory be for a blessing.
Source: Spertus Institute website, October 26, 2018
Photo: Dan Rest from grand opening of the Spertus Institute building
Sunday, October 21, 2018
In Memoriam - John P. Masterson
It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death last week of John Masterson a professor emeritus in the English Department. John taught at DePaul from 1959 until his retirement in 1987. From 1972-1977 he served as the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He was a member of the DePaul Emeritus Society. Dean Masterson is survived by Jean his wife of 62 years, siblings, his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Memorial visitation Saturday, October 27th, 9:00 am until time of memorial mass 10:00 am at Divine Infant Church, Newcastle & Canterbury, Westchester, IL.
May he rest in peace. Our deepest sympathies to the Masterson Family.
Source: Mission and Ministry email, October 21, 2018
Photo: DES Luncheon, October 21, 2011
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John P. Masterson, beloved husband of Jean for 62 years; loving father of Mary Beth (John) Riordan, Michael (Roberta) Masterson, Maureen (Sam) Pulia, Laura (Shane) Benning; dear grandfather of Katy, James, Sean, Ashtyn, Montana, Joe (Melissa) and Steve (Gianna); great-grandfather of six; fond brother of the late: Mary (Al) Marinari, Sr. Kathleen S.P.S.M.W. and James "Edward" (Elsie) Masterson; brother-in-law of Gerald (the late Jessie) Wegrzyn; uncle of many. Retired Professor Emeritus at DePaul University. Memorial visitation Saturday, October 27th, 9:00 am until time of memorial mass 10:00 am at Divine Infant Church, Newcastle & Canterbury, Westchester. In lieu of flowers, memorials to University of St. Mary of the Lake preferred. Arrangements entrusted to HURSEN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY. Funeral info: 800-562-0082 or www.hursen.com.Published in a Chicago Tribune Media Group Publication on Oct. 21, 2018
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