Fisher Focuses on Education in Gratz Address (Continued from Page 2) place that which is bad. to fill in gaps and to find and test new programs and methods." Concurrently, he added, "instead of leaving Jewish education as something isolated, the attempt is being made to relate it more to the quality of Jewish life. Instead of stressing only classroom educa- tion, we are addressing ourselves to all those Jewish influences which can shape the lives of our children and our people—formal and informal, here and in Israel." While much has and is being done, much more remains, Fish- er told his audience. Of para- mount importance, he cited the `vital need to enlarge and im- prove both the recruiting and the training of administrators and teachers in Jewish educa- tion. Everything we do will be only an exercise in futility, un- less we have administrators and teachers of the highest quality and in sufficient number." Fisher observed that over the past 10 years "federations and welfare funds have increased their allocations for Jewish education 70 per cent—more than for any other field of Jewish service. Cities like Philadelphia and Chicago are already allocating a millon dollars or more annually for education." Reflecting on the present situa- OPEN SUNDAY 12 TO 5 WEEK NIGHTS TO 9 Lot 4 Eastland Lot G Northland tion in America as it relates to American Jewry, particularly the youth, Fisher observed that what until recently was an "open soci- ety" now "has become something else—the turbulent society. "Every day," he added "We seem to count vast losses among our young people as they flee their heritage,. or just drift away. They look for meaning in their lives and never guess that mean- ing is available—if only they knew their Judaism." In contrast to those segments of Jewish youth who have neglected president's years of dedicated service to the over-all community in general and to the Jewish com- munity in particular as a com- munal lay leader, philanthropist and presidential adviser. Also honored was Dr. Solomon Grayzel, professor of Jewish his- tory at Dropsie University, author of "A History of the Jews" and past editor of the Jewish Publica- tion Society of America. The graduating class was the largest in the history of Gratz College, the oldest Hebrew teach- their "Jewish birthright," Fisher ers' college in the United States. reported that a significant devel- opment on many campuses across Daily — Hospital — Sympathy the country was the emergence of the student who has "suddenly recognized that his search for free- dom and justice is the same search that has been at the center of the Jewish experience for 4,000 FARM VALLEY GARDENS years." PR 2-4350 The honorary degree, presented World-Wi• Wintry to Fisher by Gratz President Dr. Elazar Goelman, cited the CJF FRUIT BASKETS Rodnick Bros. into our 8 Mile-Lahser office. That lady you see taking a deposit at the tellers window one minute, giving savings advice at the front desk the next, is our lively Assistant Manager. Says Lillian, "I meet most of our customers when they come in to open their savings account. After that I keep an eye on things so I can offer advice and continuing guidance." At American we pay the highest interest rates in Michigan. And we don't stop there. We think you deserve more, so we take a personal interest, too. It's the American way. Values to 24.00 88 Exciting Collection of Washable Striped ArneIs. Shifts, Jerseys. Whipped Crams. Linens, Print COtton. Polyester knits..Sizes 8-20. Drses. 1/2 1 I sizes. 1-1)/2 to 2.1 1/2. I & 2 PIECE SWIMSUITS I Values Q999 I From 917 L s12 Charge it: Surwin's, Master Charge, BankAmericard Friday, June 18, 1971-3 Dubuque University Gives Degree to Dr. Katsh PHILADELPHIA—Dr. Abraham feet, and all of them have receiv- I. Katsh, president of Dropsie Uni- ed from this great Jewish scholar. versity, became the first member of the Jewish faith to be awarded an honorary degree by the Univer- sity of Dubuque in Iowa, in the 120 years of the institution. The citation read by the presi- IS THE GUY dent of the University of Dubuque at ceremonies last week pointed out that "many Christian theo- logical students have sat at his MORRIS BUICK Official Agency IS THE BUY OMEGA You Get More Buick For Less Money ! GEORGE OHRENSTEIN AT MORRIS BUICK for a lifetime of proud possession CERTIFIED MASTER WATCHMAKER AND JEWELER A fine selection of Omega solid gold Bracelet Watches for the most discriminating tastes. HARVARD ROW MALL 11 Mile & Lahser 353-3146 14500 W. 7 Mile AT LODGE X-WAY 342-7100 Lillian Zumberg takes a personal interest in your higher interests. Step SUMMER DRESS SALE THE DETROIT JEWISH NEWS ys 0 American Savings Savings insured to $20,000. Branches throughout Metropolitan Detroit.