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early 80 years -- from its founding as St. Joseph
llege in 1939, through its evolution into todays Siena
of the many great teachers and leaders who have been
ades. If weve overlooked your favorite, write to us;
SISTER DOROTHY BROWNE, OP
Professor and Chairperson of Education, 1938-44;
Dean of the College, 1957-63. Nationally
recognized educator. Left Siena to become
president of Barry College.
SISTER ANN JOACHIM, OP
Teacher of Social Science, 1931-32, 36-38; Legal
Counsel and Professor of History, 1939-71.
Practicing attorney and the first nun admitted to
practice law before the U.S. Supreme Court
(1936). Known for her demanding oral exams (If
you dont hear it the first time, theres no second
chance!). Served as vice mayor and city
commissioner in Adrian, 1971-75.
SISTER M. LAURINE NEVILLE, OP
Teacher and Chairperson of Modern Languages
and Literature, 1937-66. Taught French, English,
Spanish and Italian; active with Lenawee Spanishspeaking community.
SISTER HELENE OCONNOR, OP
Professor and Chairperson of the Art Department,
1936-56. Founded Studio Angelico on the 5th
floor of Sacred Heart Hall in 1938; established
broad and respected curriculum including
calligraphy, painting, sculpture, metallurgy,
weaving and ecclesiastic art.
SISTER JEANNINE KLEMM, OP
Professor and Chairperson of the Art Department,
1957-82; named Professor Emerita, 1989. Was
instrumental in the construction of the new Studio
Angelico, built 1966. Ran a printing press.
SISTER PATRICIA HOGAN, OP
Taught Philosophy and History, 1966-73; Director
of Philosophy Program, 1979-91. Known for her
wonderful sense of humor and her extraordinary
assistance to and concern for international students.
SISTER LEONILLA BARLAGE, OP
Professor of English, Speech and
Drama, 1934-45, 1948-69. An
innovator. Directed yearly productions
including the annual Lenten play.
Established the Little Theatre (now
the counseling lab) for class
productions. Established a radio studio
(now the mail room) where students
broadcasted for a local radio station.
MIRIAM MICHAEL STIMSON, OP
Professor of Chemistry, 1939-68; Director of
Graduate Programs, 1978-91; named Professor
Emerita, 1991.
Miriam has seen it all: St.
Joseph College, where she
graduated in 1936; Siena
Heights College, where she
taught; M