How Safe Is Our Campus?

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Volume 65, Issue 3 www.liupostpioneer.com September 24, 2014 How Safe is Our Campus?

By Julian Wilson Assistant Opinions Editor

Safety isn’t a word we take for granted. Instead, it’s a continuous notion we always keep in the back of our minds, until we feel the need to pose the question: are we safe where we are right now? An article by Aimee Lee Ball from The New York Times, titled, “Students Fear Venturing Out Alone at Night on Campus,” published July 20, 2012, reflects some of the worries and distress surrounding students and their safety on campus. Some of these worries and fears include “news of shootings and assaults,” which sends signals of fear “through students, parents and administrators,” according to Lee Ball. Major actions in safety precaution took place after the Virginia Tech shooting massacre of 2007. The incident had such a huge impact on the nation that alerts of potential danger became normality on college campuses. The University of Ohio State reported 20 danger alerts in 2011. Sara Rosenberg, a student from Ohio State University, took the chance to “organize her friends into a posse of self-protection.” Rosenberg had no other ulterior motive other than protecting her friends — and herself. “We always make sure we have somebody to walk with after dark,” said Rosenberg. Not only that, Rosenberg also “signed up for a self-defense class and became a connoisseur of mace dispensers.” Being aware of the potential dangers at all times, Rosenberg expressed, “You have to realize that you’re on a big campus — so big that we have our own zip code — and the city is around it. Things can happen.” Even though it’s true that things can happen at any given moment, should students be wary of their own college campus? What about the LIU Post campus? Senior Broadcasting major Tom Finn thinks that Post is in the green light when it comes to safety. “I think Post, for the most part, has a relatively safe campus because it’s located in a particularly good area of Long Island,” Finn said. JANISHA SANFORD Are there any areas on campus that are potentially dangerous? A Public Safety official formerly occupied the security booth outside of the B. Finn thought so: “There are a few areas on campus particularly. Chipmunk Davis Schwartz Memorial Library Trail, or the back parking lot near Chipmunk Trail could pose as potentially dangerous areas, [especially] if a person was walking to their car alone Souffrant added, “I think that Post should provide more shuttles late at night.” for the commuter students. Those who live in areas such as Hicksville, Senior Sociology major Nathalie Souffrant does not think that Hempstead, and Garden City, for example, to make sure they reach their Post is as safe as it could be. “Anyone can get on campus with no questions destinations safely.” asked. There [aren’t] any ID checks [by] Public Safety,” she said. Taking into account research and student opinions, I personally With claims from both sides of the coin, what do students think believe that LIU Post maintains a safe campus community. Although, will improve the overall safety of our campus? there are also multiple ways that our university can adapt in order to “To make the campus safer, I think [having] cameras [set up] in make changes for the better; not only its security procedures, but also the all the parking lots would be beneficial. Not only for safety, but they could safety of its students. I agree with that the addition of more shuttles and help clear up the various fender benders that occur each school year,” more cameras could help boost the stability of security here at Post. What Finn said. do you suggest? Send your thoughts to [email protected]. CONVOCATION BOARD OF EDITORS Maxime Devillaz Alyssa Seidman Co-Editors-in-Chief

Jaclyn Gangi Managing Editor & Copy Editor

Seren Jones Katie Muller Assistant Copy Editors

Ashley Ioveno Design Editor Carlo Valladares News Editor Kristen Linsalata Assistant News Editor Michael Otero Sports Editor Alex Billington Assistant Sports Editors

Kahleel Bragg Features Editor Rebecca Martelotti Assistant Features Editor Dani Naess Hellesund Opinions Editor Julian Wilson Assistant Opinions Editor Pete Barell A&E Editor

Potoula Anagnostakos Assistant A&E Editor Tia-Mona Greene Photo Editor Moa Golster Onnline Editor David Sumter Circulation Manager Natasha Khajooei-Kermani Promotions Manager This Week’s Highlights: Kristina Renberg Assistant Promotions Manager Correction: Please note that in the article “A Change for the RAs” published on Sept. 17, 2014, the LIU Post has become one of the first universities on the Nicholas Butera compensation mentioned for the RAs in the article is island with a tax-free zone for businesses by signing Johannes Forgaard Co-Business Managers incorrect. The RAs only receive room, not board, and are up for START-UP NY. What does this mean for the now required to pay for a meal plan. campus? Find out on page 3. Carolyn Schurr Levin Faculty Adviser Students of the LIU Post Film Department took first This week in opinions, students weigh in on the prize in Huntington Cinema Arts Centre’s 48-Hour professors of LIU Post. Find out what your fellow PIONEER STAFF WRITERS Filmmaking Contest. Read all about it on page 16. classmates think makes a great professor, on page 11. Thomas Scavetta, Michelle Morey, Sana E Zahra, Melissa Send your feedback to: [email protected] Colleary, Caroline Nickolaus DISCLAIMER: The Pioneer is published weekly during the fall and sarily reflect the opinions of the editors or official policies of the PIONEER PHOTOGRAPHY STAFF spring academic semesters. All students are invited to join. Staff university. Jeanine Ambrogi, Carlo Val- meetings are on Mondays at 12:30pm. Contact The Pioneer at: Copyright © 2014 The Pioneer, All Rights Reserved. All materials The Pioneer, Hillwood Commons, 2nd floor, Long Island Univer- in The Pioneer are protected by United States copyright law and ladares, Yiazelliz Alvarez, Philip sity, LIU Post Campus, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville, New may not be reproduced, distributed, tra nsmitted, displayed, pub- Lundgren, Tyler Tarae, Janisha York,11584; 516-299-2619; [email protected]. lished, or broadcast without prior written permission of The Pioneer. Sanford, Melissa Weisman Diverse views are presented in The Pioneer and do not neces- September 24, 2014 NEWS 3

Businesses Start the Semester with START-UP NY

By Katie Muller Staff Writer

LIU Post recently applied to Andrew Cuomo’s START-UP NY requirements. The process will take some time to evolve, and the timing program, potentially turning the campus into one of the first private has not yet been determined.” colleges on Long Island with a tax-free zone for businesses. Glickman stated that these start-up businesses will positively In June 2011, Governor Cuomo signed a legislation that affect students. “START-UP NY[s initiative] aligns quite well with LIU’s established the use of State Small Business Credit Initiative funds to mission of sharing knowledge and resources with our surrounding aid growing businesses in New York. If an application gets approved, communities. Our goal is to connect with businesses that will create businesses will not have to pay local and state taxes for up to 10 years. opportunities for our students to gain marketable experiences through Since businesses will not have to worry about paying taxes in these tax- professional training. We are excited about the potential of this program, free zones, they can focus on establishing themselves and growing as an and by the possibility it holds for LIU to play a role in economic entity. development within our community.” “START-UP NY is a state government program that helps “This is the first time I’m hearing about this,” said Rebecca businesses start, expand, or relocate to a tax-free zone,” explained Rosenberg, a senior Education major. “I’m worried that having more Michael Glickman, LIU’s Chief of Strategic Partnerships and University business on campus will raise our tuition.” Advancement. “LIU applied for a START-UP designation, and was “There are so many businesses opening up on campus now,” recently chosen to participate in the program.” said Cara Frank, a senior Broadcasting major. “The school screams that Glickman explained that his next goal is to “connect with they’re about the students, but in the end it seems like we’re just the qualified businesses to take residency at The University Center.” The customers and it’s mostly all about business.” START-UP NY space will be located in Bush Brown Hall. Glickman “We applaud Governor Cuomo for his leadership in establishing did not say which businesses will set up residence at LIU, or even if this groundbreaking initiative, empowering centers for higher learning, any businesses have approached the university yet to participate in the business, and members of the community to create jobs and support program. He stated: “The University is working to establish a process for economic growth” stated Glickman. identifying and vetting potential businesses that meet New York State’s 4 NEWS The Pioneer Health Office Restructured: LIU Post Center for Healthy Living

CARLO VALLADARES

A view from the press box at the newly renovated Bethpage Federal Credit Union Stadium

YIAZELLIZ ALVAREZ By Kristen Linsalata The nurse’s office, located in the basement of the Life Science Building, will be Assistant News Editor moved off campus as a result of the merger

LIU Post has officially restructured the medical services offered able to utilize their own personal convenience to utilize the facilities at on campus. Instead of segregating medical, mental, and community NYIT,” Grohman said. Students are encouraged to make an appointment health in different departments located in separate locations on campus, at the NYIT Academic Health Center but it is not necessary and health these departments will be collectively located and re-named the LIU Post insurance is accepted. Center for Healthy Living. The new LIU Post Center for Healthy Living The LIU Post Center for Healthy Living also partners with the will be available for students Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 North Shore LIJ Behavioral Health College Partnership program for p.m. in Life Science/Pell Hall, rooms 154 and 155. additional psychological services. However, according to psychologist “LIU Post Center for Healthy Living provides medical and Dr. Laura Braider at LIJ, since the program works with 36 schools, the health services to our campus community. The center encompasses LIJ Behavioral Health College Partnership program is only for students our medical, mental health and counseling, and community health enduring an acute psychiatric crisis. education programs in one comprehensive entity,” said Adam Grohman, “The formation of the Center for Healthy Living is an excellent the Associate Dean of Students. “Students are encouraged to utilize the example of the evolution of our various student services offerings at center for any of their health related needs. A registered nurse, social LIU Post,” Grohman said. “The administrators and staff members of the workers, and counselors are available, as always, to provide assistance,” Center are excited, as always, to assist our students as they navigate their Grohman added. educational pursuits by providing sound answers and support to our Director Lynne Schwartz oversees the Center for Healthy Living, students’ health-related questions and needs.” and the staff includes a full-time senior social worker, two part time While Grohman believes the centralization of the two health- mental health consultants, and a full-time registered nurse. In addition, related departments on campus is a positive change, students believe the team includes a part-time administration assistant, two nutrition this could be a step in the wrong direction. “I’m a little nervous that a lot interns and seven second year graduate interns. of the medical services are no longer available here on campus and [are In previous years, the medical services provided on campus now located] at NYIT,” said Kate Gambino, a junior Broadcasting major. also included the option to see a medical doctor and a gynecologist by “A lot of students that live on campus don’t have cars. Or even worse, appointment. Some of the services provided on campus were AIDS what if there is an emergency? The time it takes to get from here to NYIT information and referral, birth control counseling, and pregnancy tests could mean the difference between life and death.” with a minimal fee; gynecological examination and treatment, medical However, Grohman stays true to his claim that, “the centralizing care including diagnoses and treatment, medication and laboratory tests of our two health related departments into one center will provide a with a minimal fee; and a referral, if necessary, to local specialists. greater scope of educational and health-related offerings.” For this 2014-2015 academic year, these medical services Only time will tell if this will be a positive change on the LIU will now be offered at the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) Post campus and if the student needs will be met. For any additional Academic Health Center. “The Ocelot shuttle now includes a stop at the questions, please feel free to email [email protected]. NYIT campus to facilitate ease of access. In addition, students are also September 24, 2014 NEWS BRIEFS 5

Stadium Opening

By Carlo Valladares News Editor

LIU Post’s renovated football stadium opened on Saturday, Sept. 6, after months of delay. The stadium was officially opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony for the first football game of the season. William Kirker, the director of LIU Post’s Facilities Department, said that the stadium has many improvements and features that the old stadium did not possess. “The new [home] side of the stadium holds just over 3,000 people,” said Kirker.The stadium will also add a press box to the middle of the newly renovated home side that will contain two areas for filming and VIP seating Construction on the stadium was supposed to start in Nov. 2013,

CARLO VALLADARES but was pushed back due to complaints by residents in the Town of Brookville.

A view from the press box at the newly renovated Bethpage Federal Credit Union Stadium Fire in Post Hall By Danielle Marano Staff Writer

On Saturday, Sept. 6, Post Hall residents had to evacuate the building due to the fire alarm sounding at approximately 3 a.m. The alarm forced every resident out of bed and onto the lawn in front of the building. RAs and students awaited information on whether the incident was serious, or just an oddly timed drill. The alarm was set off by a small fire in the microwave room in the basement of the building. Public Safety handled the situation quickly, and residents were allowed back into Post Hall after about 20 minutes. The fire department was not dispatched. According to Katie Muniz, a junior Dance major and RA in Nassau Hall, no one addressed the residents as a group to tell them what had actually happened. Word spread quickly that it was just popcorn. Christian Altamira, the Campus Life Coordinator of Post Hall, said, “We made sure everything was safe in the building before allowing students back inside.” JANISHA SANFORD Residents of Post Hall believed the alarm was set off due to a microwave malfunction

By Maxime Devillaz Power Shortage Co-Editor in Cheif

The entire Post campus area blacked out for a short amount of time on Sunday, Sept. 14, sometime after 6 p.m. “It is generally caused by something happening to the utility system within a mile or so of the campus,” said William Kirker, the director of Facilities. “It could have been a tree branch coming down on power lines causing a brief interruption.” The power dip was brief enough not to cause any major problems. “What happens to the campus is that many systems will see the interruption and will [then] shut down and restart,” Kirker said. “Depending on the length of the interruption, it could also trigger generators to start. You could also see lights flicker.” The reason for what affected the utility system to turn off momentarily is still unclear. 6 ADVERTISMENT The Pioneer September 24, 2014 FEATURES 7 10 Facts About LIU Post, Part III

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Student leaders of various organizations on campus hold a club fair outside of Hillwood Commons

By Rebecca Martelotti Assistant Features Editor

1) Today, LIU Post has 15 varsity sports: football, basketball, baseball, 6) The rose arbor and all gardens on the estate were originally created swimming, field hockey, lacrosse, and soccer, among others. This by Marian Cruger Coffin, a very famous landscape architect during year the university announced the addition of seven NCAA Division the 1920s. II sports. Those sports are men’s and women’s indoor and outdoor track and field, women’s golf, women’s fencing, and wrestling. 7) Coffin attended MIT and was given all kinds of roadblocks to build the arches on campus. Therefore, they were nicknamed the “Gates of 2) In the university alma mater, one of the verses refers to College Hall, Hell.” a historic mansion on Campus that is used today as the Admission’s Office. 8) The brick arches at one time had roses all over them and ended in a round rose garden with a bench built in the wall. There were also 3) LIU Post University was founded on November 29, 1954, which was chains connecting to all the pillars for roses to grow around. The the 100th anniversary of Charles William Post’s birth (1854-1914). circles and the round rose garden portion is considered Coffin’s trademark. The arches were recently restored. 4) The school colors are Green and Gold. Green symbolizes the Campus’ expansive green lawns, small hillsides, and magnificent trees. Gold 9) The best of Coffin’s work on the estate was considered Hillwood. She represents the location of the campus on Long Island’s glittering designed the plans for the building. Gold Coast, an exclusive affluent community featuring mansions and private estates. 10) In the 1960s, LIU Post had Democratic and Republican student clubs. This year, a Republican club has been reinstated on campus. 5) The Tilles Center for Performing Arts was originally called the Bush- There is no Democratic or other political party club today. Brown Concert Theater, named after LIU Chancellor Dr. Albert Bush- Brown who resigned in 1985. 8 FEATURES The Pioneer Need a Job? Try This!

MELISSA WEISMAN The JobNet website is the premier source for finding employment on and By Caroline Nickolaus around campus Staff Writer

Everyone knows the cost of living is high, especially when one If you are looking to make a little more money on the side, or are is on a college budget. School tuition, room and board, and expensive in need of a serious full-time job but are unsure of how or where to get textbooks are just some of the reasons why it is financially difficult to be started, give JobNet a try: https://pep.liu.edu/liu/student/ The hours a college student in 2014. Of course, we all want some extra spending of the Career Services Office are Monday through Thursday 9a.m.-7p.m. money to buy what we want and to do fun activities with friends over and Friday 9a.m.-5p.m. the weekend. Consider yourself lucky if your parents are well-off enough to pay for all your college expenses without asking for any help on your part. Most college-aged students maintain a part-time job of some sort while enrolled in college; others just work throughout the summer as counselors at day camps or other seasonal jobs. For students looking for a job throughout the school year, JobNet is an invaluable tool to aid you in finding jobs, as well as internships, both on and off campus. Not only is this online job database available for current students at LIU Post to use, it is even open to alumni. JobNet can also help you build your resume and cover letters by giving tips on exactly what future employers are looking for. JobNet is a career-centered service that specializes in teaching candidates the necessary skills to be hired, and in matching employers to those job hunters. The Office of Career Services, located in Kumble Hall, encourages students to register for JobNet through their LIU student accounts. Registering is simple; all you have to do is fill out a quick survey about you and what good qualities you have to offer for a job, such as being bilingual or having good work ethics. JobNet is a super easy website to use. It even includes an updated calendar with dates of recruitment workshops on campus, in addition to a resume builder that allows you to enter your achievements and then format a resume correctly. On the left hand side of JobNet’s home page, one tab is the Resource Library with informative attachments one can be downloaded. The attachments include a users guide for JobNet, career fair tips, identifying fraudulent and scam job postings, and medical school resources, just to name a few. Searching for jobs and narrowing it down by certain criteria can also be completed on JobNet. A “Favorites” tab is available for you to see a job advertisement or opportunity you may be interested in and want to come back to later. Underneath the “My Activity” tab, JobNet users are able to see referrals every time either their resume is sent to an employer, or if they view it. The tab allows you to track your job placement, and organize your job interview times in an easy-to-read configuration. September 24, 2014 OPINIONS 9 More Changes for Hillwood?

By Michelle Morey Staff Writer

Last year, there was a lot of buzz about changes being made to Students have complained that the boutique is ridiculous and Hillwood Commons and this year there will be more. On top of The Student overpriced, especially for college students, and that’s not the only thing Body boutique, The Post Treat Shoppe, and The End Zone that opened they complained was overpriced. “Why would I spend $10 on candy at the last year, as well as the re-named movie theater, three more businesses candy store, when I can get candy much cheaper at the Hillwood café?” are planned. Christina Scozzari, a senior Broadcasting major, said. All of these changes are costing students more than they are One change that students don’t seem to mind is the revamping of gaining. Not only does building these amenities cost money, but it has the theater to create “The Gold Coast Movie Theater.” This offers students also cost students a computer lab that was so convenient to stop into on an opportunity to watch movies that were in theaters before they are your way to class if you needed to print something out. Students also had released on DVD and cable. This amenity not only offers free admission to readjust to the game room being relocated downstairs, as well as losing for students, but free snacks as well. You can find the list of movies that some extra seating during common hour, where The End Zone now rests. are scheduled to play on the schools website, along with the dates and “I really don’t understand why the school can complain about times of these showings. Unfortunately, this is the only added amenity money and raise tuition when they can afford to do all of these pointless that is free. things to Hillwood,” Jacklyn Stringham, a senior Public Relations major, Students can only wonder, “What will be next?” If you have any said. “This is a school, not a mall.” Many other students felt similarly to further questions about the changes being made to Hillwood, you can Stringham: this is not supposed to be a mall, but a school. always go to the Information Desk across from the candy store in Hillwood Commons.

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Hillwood has three new additions in its blueprint: The End Zone (bottom left), Browse Tech Store (center), and The Student Body (bottom right) 10 OPINIONS The Pioneer “Car Free Day” By Melissa Colleary Staff Writer

Sept. 22 was the second annual “Car Free Day,” a day where major from the Sustainability Committee said, “You would have to re-do students and faculty were urged to carpool and use less car fuel. While at the entire infrastructure to get more trains and better train systems, to first glance it seems like a great concept, I don’t think that it is the most get people to want to use them. If people don’t want to use public effective tool in the fight against climate change because I don’t believe transportation because it’s difficult and time consuming, it’s hard to people are using their resources in the best way possible. expect them to stop driving to take trains and buses.” With all of this talk about climate change and pollution, one Personally, it would take a lot for me to give up the use of my car. would think that we would start to make changes in the way we live I love the convenience of being able to go where I want, when I want. I our lives to reduce our impact on the world. While the “Car Free Day” like having privacy on my commute, rather than being surrounded by seems like a great idea, it seems to be a bit farfetched. The sponsors cranky strangers who all seem to be in a rush, and I’ve never felt overly want us to fill out a form as a pledge to ditch our cars for the day, but safe on a bike. While I definitely understand the negative impacts that it that isn’t going to accomplish anything. It makes it too easy for us to cry has on the environment, like many people, I choose to ignore them out of “environmentalist” without making much change. It might encourage convenience. us to go without our cars for the day, but what happens after the day I think the major problem with the “Car Free Day” is in its title. It is over? We all go right back to the way things were, without any real is a car free day. I don’t think that all efforts to reduce pollution should impact. be centered on a single day and then be forgotten. The sponsors should Change is necessary, but it isn’t feasible with the way things be pushing for legislation for better transportation and raising awareness are right now. Public transportation takes far too much time out of our for the negative impacts that cars have year-round, because that’s what already busy schedules to be used on a steady basis. It seems that we are it’s going to take to make any kind of real change. already too far gone for a “Car Free Day” to be the force behind any kind I’m all for saving the planet, but I think that we really need to of environmental change. take a step back and see if what we’re doing is effective. Right now, I Sarah Pomerenke, a senior International Studies and Geology don’t think it is.

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A sign highlighting the nature trails throughout campus encourages students to apprecaite the environment September 24, 2014 OPINIONS 11

What Makes a Good Professor a Great Professor?

By Sana E Zahra Staff Writer

Have you ever sat in a class and questioned to yourself why the class amused you? Or why it seemed so boring? Was it because of the subject or was it because of the professor? Well, I believe that no matter how much you dislike a subject, if your professor interacts with the class and shows his or her passion for teaching, you will end up loving the class. John Henrik Clarke once said, “A good teacher, like a good entertainer, first must hold his audience’s attention, then he can teach his lesson.” How many of us walk into a class, find a professor so enthusiastic about the subject, and decide to drop the class? Generally, none! When we see that a professor is enjoying every moment of the class, we also enjoy attending the class. Good teaching involves passion. The professor should not only be able to motivate students, but also be able to teach them the content. Professors that are enthusiastic about their work will make sure their students learn in a way that is memorable and relevant. A good professor would care for his or her passion and will convey that passion to the students. Charles Kuralt once said, “Good teachers know how to bring out the best in students.” Teaching certainly does not mean opening up a textbook and trying to force the students to absorb all the information. A good professor is someone who understands the students; who understands that the only way the students can learn something is if you walk them through it little by little. “It’s best for the professor to interact with the students because [they] will feel more comfortable knowing that their professor is able to understand them and help them through anything. Also, this will make the students want to enjoy learning and not wasting their tuition money.” Awais Chaudhary, a senior Psychology major, said. Certainly, the best way of teaching is to understand the students’ abilities. The professor should be able to nurture his students through this, develop their mind and enhance their talent. Sometimes, going through examples is not always the best way of explaining and that’s where interacting comes in action. When a professor interacts with the class, it gives the students a chance to speak out and ask for help openly. “When professors get the students involved, it helps each student express themselves and learn more. They learn more because when they give their opinions, the professor can elaborate the opinion/answer and help explain,” Alexandra Botie, a junior accounting major, said. Knowledge is a gift we will carry with us our entire lives. Therefore, no student should sit in class and waste his or her time. Instead, you should focus and if you feel like there is something the TYLER TARAE professor is doing wrong and you don’t understand, don’t be shy and ask. Letting the professor know what works best for you can sometimes Jeffrey Hoops is an Assistant Professor of Accounting, and teaches tax make the professor rethink his teaching style. Last but not the least, and accounting courses at the undergraduate and graduate level Guy Kawasaki once said, “If you have to put someone on a pedestal, put teachers. They are society’s heroes.” 12 OPINIONS The Pioneer The Pioneer Column: International Students and their life in college – Part II

ALYSSA SEIDMAN A serene shot of the fountain outside of Humanities Hall, which displays a By Harry Pearse quote about the importance of academics Staff Writer

Classes, school — words that have an automatic response of a When I landed from that plane journey from London, where ‘sigh’ or an ‘argh’. However, although I once was one of these students, my bum was numb and my legs were sore, it finally struck me that I I have to say I have loved my first couple weeks of my new classes and am actually in New York. I thought, “my time has come,” and of course lectures. Whether this is because of my professors, my classmates, the this was in a sporting sense. It wasn’t until I had experienced the crazy, subjects I’m taking, or whether it is just a collective notion of academics bright, and captivating lights and culture of “The Big Apple,” and taken that has brought this feeling of fulfillment to me (which I doubt), I the long journey from Penn Station to Long Island, and then a taxi to cannot say. But by the end of this column, I want to see if I can get my the enchanting world of “Pioneer Country,” when it hit me that football fellow students — yes you — to enjoy the perks that college classes offer, (soccer) wasn’t the only thing that brought me here, and it wasn’t the like I have. only part that made me shake with excitement. Deep down I couldn’t I am not like most overseas students partaking in this wait to start a new chapter of widening my knowledge and learning so rollercoaster journey who have come to America solely to fulfill the many different things, not only in an academic sense, but in life as well. dream of a perfect academic grade. No. I have also come here to pursue So as the inferno and pain of pre-season infected my body and a career in football (which you, unlike the rest of the world, for some soul, I went into it with an open and excited mind; a mind that couldn’t reason call “soccer”). Being from England, “soccer” is huge. However, the wait to be part of this student-athlete culture and start college classes. development of the sport in the last few years here in America has been However, when I was running that two-mile test, I certainly wasn’t dramatic and simply fascinating. When my coach, Andreas Lindberg, thinking about anything else apart from the end of it. was talking about “student-athletes,” I snubbed the idea. I thought, My good friend and housemate, Oliver Hollingsaeter, a freshman “Yeah, soccer is the thing I am going to concentrate on. School? Please…” like myself, who is also on the men’s soccer team, came to LIU Post this I sound like a real jock that doesn’t have anything between my ears. But year. He came here to pursue a dream of getting a master’s in business. since I have been around this beautiful culture of erudition — where the He wanted to excel in his academic studies to reach this aspiration. development of wisdom and academic brilliance ties in with crazy sports When Oliver was planning on making the move from Alesund, Norway, fans (you Americans have tons of them), intense hard work, and athletic he knew academics were just as important — or maybe even more so — greatness — this “student-athlete” idea resonates with me. than soccer. This doesn’t mean he has scrapped the idea of becoming a I have started to understand what it means not only to the professional “baller,” but has rather realized that gaining a great degree, university, but to the other athletes as well. While for many students such as an MBA, is an amazing asset to have. This is the same with me the struggle to understand the importance of academics has never been since I needed something to trigger that realization, and now that it has the case, to me, in the past, it has. But as my own mentality is changing, kicked in, I feel unstoppable. Well, maybe not in math… schoolwork has made me realize I could be getting somewhere else away from soccer, such as becoming a sports psychiatrist. September 24, 2014 ADVERTISMENT 13

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TCINSxxxx_GuyGirlCode.indd 1 9/8/14 11:43 AM 14 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT The Pioneer Big Plans for WCWP

By Stephanie Deodat Staff Writer

WCWP (88.1 FM), the campus’ radio station, will be hosting a It can also be heard in Hillwood Commons over the loudspeakers, as free party on the Hillwood Commons rooftop during common hour on well as on the station’s website at mywcwp.org. “The Pioneer Newscast,” Sept. 24. The station will be treating Post students to free food, give- a five-minute broadcast that relays the news featured in the paper, can aways, and live music. “It’ll be a huge blowout! We want to get our voice also be heard at this time, and is hosted by Jaclyn Gangi and Julian Wil- and the students’ voices out there – from videos, to live routines, to mu- son. sic,” said Christina Kay, WCWP’s assistant program director. “It’s really The staff of WCWP has a few more events up their sleeve. Up- a good way to see who we are [and] what we do. It’s definitely something coming live radio play performances of “The Philadelphia Story,” “War different to do during common hour”. of the Worlds,” and “It’s a Wonderful Life” will be performed at the A DJ and live band will be present, with a performance by Trish Hillwood Recital Hall of the Tilles Center during the semester, starting Torrales, a senior Broadcasting major. According to Daniel Cox, director on Sept. 27 at 1 p.m. These performances will be streamed live on the of Broadcasting at WCWP, Torrales is very versatile. “Trish does rock, website, and will be performed by the Play Troupe of Port Washington. country, pop – she does it all,” he said. “We’ll be doing our own tribute [to each of the performances.] “[It’s] not only about us, but about the students, too,” said Kay. We [will] present different genres of music for students to hear,” said There will be giveaways at the party for all in attendance, including t- Bruner. Tickets can be bought online via the radio’s website. The price shirts with the station’s logo. for general admission is $10. For more information, check out their web- Will Bruner, the promotions and sales director of WCWP, said site at mywcwp.org. that their objective this semester is to try to get new faces involved with The Tilles Center representatives will also be making an appear- the station. “We like to help increase the ambitions of our students,” ance at the rooftop party in an effort to promote MTV’s new official live said Bruner. “We love to bring innovative and fun broadcasts, as well as show, “Guy Code + Girl Code Comedy Tour.” The MTV and MTV2 televi- emphasize that everyone should come to our events.” sion series, “Guy Code and Girl Code” have merged to create this perfor- “Midday Madness,” a student-run live show, brings entertain- mance, which will be held at the Tilles Center on Oct. 10. The comedy ment and information about what is happening on campus. Students can tour will feature the TV celebrities of “Girl Code,” Nessa and Jamie Lee, tune into WCWP’s “Midday Madness” on 88.1 FM or channel 95, Mon- as well as Damien Lemon and Andrew Schulz of “Guy Code.” Tickets can day through Thursday from 12:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. be purchased online at tillescenter.org. September 24, 2014 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 15 LIU Post Arts in Brief Events in NYC By Peter Barell By Brian Riley Arts and Entertainment Editor Staff Writer

Sept. 8 – Nov. 15 Sept. 25 When the weekend rolls around, do you ever find yourself without things to do on a Thursday or Friday night? Have you ever - Steinberg Museum of - PTV’s first meeting will be thought about going out on the town with your friends, but then Art, Hillwood Commons, held at the Post Television reconsider after you realize you might break your bank? Well, it second floor. station, 12:30 p.m., doesn’t always have to be this way. MyFreeConcert.com/NYC offers Humanities Rm. 214. Pizza information about free concerts and events open to the public. - Color and Time: Paintings will be served. All students My Free Concert does all the work for you. All you have to do is by Roy Newell, 1956 – are welcome. either follow the site on twitter @myfreeconcertNY or go to the website 2000. Robert Harrist, for listings of what’s going on in your area. My Free Concert raffles Guest Curator. Sept. 27 tickets to paid events as well. Here are some upcoming events listed on the site. - Changing New York: - WCWP Radio and the Play Photographs by Berenice Troupe of Port Washington Upcoming Events: Abbott, 1935-1938. present a live broadcast of “The Philadelphia Sept. 10 – Oct. 11 Story” at 1 p.m., Hillwood Recital Hall. Open to all; October 2 October 11 - Fringe Festival at Tilles tickets are $10 each and The legendary hip-hop artists The Brooklyn Night Bazaar is Center Patrons Lounge 9 are available at wcwp.org/ Rakim and Slick Rick will at it again with another free a.m. – 5 p.m. home/events be returning to the stage to event. They will be bringing perform as a pair. Doors open you a competition of the best - Long Island Fringe Festival Oct. 1 at 6:00 p.m., at Stage 48 at 605 beat boxers in town. Also, while Art Exhibit will be showing West 48th Street, New York. you’re listening, you can enjoy the art of 12 L.I. artists, - Heon Woon Nam, MFA mini-golf and ping pong. Doors held daily during regular Student open at 6:00p.m. at 165 Banker business hours. Exhibition, from 5 p.m. – 8 October 4 Street, Brooklyn. p.m., Hillwood Student Art For those interested in Sept. 23 – 27 Gallery. Electronic Dance Music (EDM), this one is for you. Tokimonsta October 18 - LIU Post Art Exchange - Benjamin Hoyng, MFA and Made in Heights will be Calling all fans of EDM music, Exhibition with Honam Student Exhibition, performing at 6.30p.m. at LPR Daedelus and Spazzkid are University in Gwangju, Sculpture Gallery. Free, all at 158 Bleecker Street, New headlining are performing South Korea. Reception are welcome. York. at the Villian Warehouse. held on Wednesday, Sept. The venue is at 50 N 3rd St 24, 5 p.m., Hillwood SAL Oct. 3 - 4, 9 - 12 Brooklyn, and starts at 9:00 Gallery. Curated by Helena October 9 p.m. Song. - Post Theatre Company Rockefeller Center is hosting a presents “Big Love” at the “blast from the past” next week - MFA Student Tyrone Little Theatre Mainstage. when Fleetwood Mac comes to October 23 Copeland exhibition A modern retelling of town. Enjoy some classic rock Looking for five hours of free (Sculpture Gallery). Free, Aeschylus’ “The Suppliant for free, no strings attached. music? If so, Niagara will be all are welcome. Woman” by Charles Mee, Doors open at 6:00 p.m., at 45 hosting Paul Collins’ Beat, directed by Jason Jacobs. Rockefeller Plz, New York. Twin Guns, The Johnny’s. The Sept. 24 concert starts at 9:00 p.m., at - Tickets for general 112 Avenue A, New York. - WCWP Campus Wide admission seating are $10 Promo Event, 12:30 p.m., for general public and $5 Hillwood Rooftop. Free for students and seniors. admission. Open to all For more information and students, staff and faculty for tickets, call the Post Theatre Company Box - Media Arts Department, Office at 516-299-2356 or These are just a few of the many events happening within the next Public Relations Open visit liu.edu/post/ptc. All month. Make sure to check the twitter feed @myfreeconcertNY for Lunch, 12:30 p.m., ticket revenue goes to a daily events. Hillwood, Rm. 218. Free scholarship fund for theatre admission for all students, students. staff and faculty.

16 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT The Pioneer Film Students Win 48-Hour Challenge By Potoula Anagnastakos Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor

Between Aug. 15 and 17, students from LIU Post’s Film department participated in and won the 2nd Annual Huntington Cinema Arts storytellers, and we work from there with new relationships to Centre’s 48-Hour Filmmaking Contest. The contest challenged local start bigger projects.” filmmakers to create a short film in just one weekend, starting at 7 p.m. “Dating 101” did not require such a large budget, but over $100 on a Friday, and having the finished piece done by the same time on was spent on food and utility costs. The money was made back with the Sunday. first place prize of $500, and having the film screened at the Cinema Arts 11 groups were assigned a random genre, and all had to employ a Centre. strict set of required elements. This year’s elements included a character Professor Susan Zeig, the head of the university’s Film being named “Prudence Barebones,” the imagery of a doll dropping to department, expressed her excitement for the student’s win and the floor, and the line “You fool, those were my mother’s feathers!” For involvement in the contest: “I am proud of their talent and their drive,” an added challenge, each film needed to be clocked in at less than five Zeig said. “Each of the people who were part of the team is a promising minutes. young filmmaker with interesting projects in their future. The 48-Hour The event was sponsored by Sparkboom, a project of the Hun- Festival is an excellent way for students to solidify their ability to work tington Arts Council funded by together, to practice their craft the New York State Council on with an extreme deadline, the Arts. Judging was conducted and to try out new ideas. I am by film industry professionals very glad they entered, and of from various institutions nation- course it is extra nice that they wide, and culminated in a special actually won.” screening of all contenders on LIU Post students currently Aug. 28, where the winner was an- have many film projects in nounced. the works right now. Among Team leader Andrew them, Mirabella, Barell, and Barell, a senior Film student, met Cayea, have thesis shorts that the challenge. His company, Re- will be shot at the beginning of quiem for a Team, was victorious October. Barell is currently in with their comedic short “Dating pre-production for his thesis 101 - In The Apocalypse.” The short film, titled “Bluebird short centers on finding love when Weather.” you’re one of the last people on “We just launched our Earth, and lampoons the “end of Kickstarter campaign, and the world” genre. Team members hope to get funding so we can included Barell, his brother Peter shoot in late October,” he said. (a junior Film major), and seniors There is also a Facebook page Connor Gaffey, Mabel Santos for the film, with frequent Haugen, and George Cayea. The updates. crew received additional aid from “I plan to send this film to senior Michael Mirabella, and festivals around the world, sound designer Thomas Saltman, CINEMA ARTS CENTER and have been loving the a 2010 LIU Post alumnus. Michael A frame from the award winning, student-made short film process of getting it made,” Staffieri offered his acting talent, “Dating 101 in the Apocalypse” continued Barell. “I usually am along with actress Megan Kapler. a cinematographer but being “My experience with the festival was great,” exclaimed Barell. “I able to step out from behind the camera and write, direct, and produce got everybody together, managed the whole weekend, and then edited has been awesome.” what we came up with on Final Cut Pro. We participated in the festival Gaffey has started his own production company called last year and had a blast, but didn’t win. We learned a lot from last time Dreamcatcher Pictures, LLC. “It will give us a name to label our and formulated a new strategy to improve our chances of winning.” outgoing films, and stand as an entity for investor relations to Despite the time constraints and logistical problems attributed correspond with,” he said. “We currently have a no-budget feature film to making films, this year the team was more organized, even with fewer hitting the submission market within the next month, and I am currently members. “It was tough figuring out what we were going to write, and producing two thesis films at Post with Andrew Barell and George staying up late makes you crazy. But my brother, Pete, a junior Film ma- Cayea.” jor, came through with an awesome script that we ended up going with,” In addition, Gaffey’s thesis film, “Washington Boulevard,” has said Barell. crossed the pond to France. “The lead actor in my thesis film was visiting Gaffey, who served as director, explained more about the difficul- France during the Cannes Film Festival, and [we were] able to set up ties of making a short film: “The hardest part about making a short film a screening there as part of the Marché du Film,” said Gaffey. “We is spending thousands [of dollars] to make it, knowing it will continued the summer screening at the Downtown LA Film Festival, as not make any back because of a near non-existent sale with short films. well as Long Beach International, where I won Best Student Film.” It’s almost a very expensive business card. Once we get to these Stay tuned for more information regarding student films and festivals, we are always meeting new people who are aspiring projects. In addition to thesis films, the school has commenced its production lab class, which will include four new projects. September 24, 2014 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 17 Location, Location: A Seminar for Film Students

By Peter Barell Arts and Entertainment Editor

Last week, the New York State Governor’s Office for Motion Sophomore Film major Nicholas D’Agosta said, “I will definitely Picture and TV Development sent representatives to conduct a seminar use this information to help me with my film projects for the future. It’s for LIU Post students. The free event, hosted by the Film department, always good to know that there are services willing to help filmmakers do was held during common hour in Kahn, room 119. Locations Department their thing.” Manager Dwight Craver and Deputy Director Jerry Stoeffhaas discussed “I was unaware of many of the particulars of locating and the process of acquiring a location for filming, and how their office may securing locations,” said senior Film major Mike Mirabella, who is aid in that effort. currently working on his thesis film, a story set in the 1920s. “They Pizza and drinks were provided, as around 40 Film students helped clarify a lot of these potential issues and requirements, in and professors turned out for information about the basics of scouting addition to being very supportive in offering whatever help they can in locations, the application of the office’s website (nylovesfilm.com), and ensuring we as filmmakers are happy, and successfully find locations free services for finding locations within the state that are both cost- that have the right look for our film.” effective and legal. Craver and Stoeffhaas detailed Governor Cuomo’s Katie Mulz, a junior Film major, was one of several students who extension and enhancement of the New York State’s Film and Television agreed that similar events would be beneficial to Post’s Film community. tax credit incentives, which help alleviate costs for feature film and “I would like to have maybe a special effects or an animation event,” said television pilot productions Mulz. Kathy Mendall and Theresa Duggan, director and associate Errol Nicholson, another junior Film major, said that he would directors of conference services, were contacted by Craver several weeks like to see seminars about internships and acquiring job opportunities of ago to set up the seminar as a part of a new effort to generate awareness more tangible benefits for the student body. “The Film department tends for his offices. “This is the first school they’ve [visited] to talk about to get people to talk about what they do in the industry, and that’s great, locations with film student[s],” said Mandall. “They are very invested in but at the end of the day it would be nice if those people offered us an having the film students stay here in New York, and really growing the internship or job opportunities because that is more likely to help us in industry in the state. the long run,” said Nicholson. While most Film students at LIU are working on short films, The university has served as a location for several film and are not yet applying for tax credit incentives that require a larger productions in the last few years. Most recently, the campus was home to budget and crew, the information proved valuable as an insight to shoots for the television shows “Madame Secretary” and “Hostages,” as future endeavors. Film students expressed their gratitude about the free well as films like “The Wolf of Wall Street” and “The Rewrite.” services that may help them in finding hard-to-create locations for films they are currently working on. LIU Post has hosted film lectures, screenings, and Q-and-As “I think it’s the hardest thing, people trying to visualize in the past with filmmakers such as Jim Jarmanuk, Nick Singer, Tom themselves in the future,” said Susan Zeig, a Film program director. Zeig Gilroy, David Posamentier, Geoff Moore, and Norman Steinberg, a assisted with gathering the student body for the event, and spoke about professor at LIU Brooklyn’s TV Writer Studio. the importance of resources and networking within the substantial film industry. “The school is looking to have more filming on campus,” “To be able to say ‘could you help us with a hospital room, a jail, said Mendall. “[President] Cline is looking to work with more [film or a road?’ and have them say ‘yes’ is very important,” continued Zeig. productions] on campus, and [continue] these relationships with the “For people to see that it is an art and a business, part of our culture, NY State Governors’ film office, the Nassau County Film office, and their [and that] there are so many ways to get yourself involved in it if you Head, Debra Markowitz. Having that connection, being able to network follow your nose, it’s very satisfying. That’s the most important part for with people in the industry, is great.” me.” LOOK OUT FOR

IN NEXT WEEK’S ISSUE 18 SPORTS The Pioneer Men’s Soccer Continues Stellar Play

By Michael Otero Sports Editor

On Wednesday, Sept. 17, the men’s soccer team (4-2) took on the The Spartans got off to a quick start in Brookville N.Y., as senior Marauders from Millersville, Pa (1-4-1). The Pioneers came out strong back Laurie Child connected for a goal in the ninth minute of action to and notched their third win of the season in a 3-0 shutout. The Pioneers give his squad the lead. The early goal stood until the 32nd minute, when wasted little time getting going offensively, tallying 11 shots as opposed McDonald sent a header passed the Spartan goalkeeper, thanks to an to three for the visitors, and struck the first goal of the match in the 22nd assist from freshman midfielder Harry Pearse. With the score tied at one minute. Graduate midfielder Tom Bowen connected on a free kick from and halftime approaching, the intensity level picked up and the Spartans just outside the box. The goal gave the Pioneers the lead, one they never were awarded a penalty kick that they converted, giving them a 2-1 lead relinquished. over LIU. In the second half, freshman forward Jason Lampkin gave As the second half played on, the Pioneers were able to tie the the Pioneers some breathing room with a goal off a pass from junior game in the 55th minute via a McDonald cross that found the feet of midfielder Per Forgaard. The score gave LIU a two-goal lead, and sophomore back Johannes Forgaard, who in turn found the back of the boosted the energy levels and momentum for the hosts. Graduate net to even the score at two. Less than 10 minutes later, the Pioneers forward Dale McDonald put the cherry on top in an already impressive sent another cross into enemy territory and senior forward Eivind day for the Pioneers, with a goal in the 72nd minute. The Pioneers Austboe headed the goal to give the Green and Gold the go-ahead and enjoyed their third shutout of the season, winning the match handily eventual game-winning goal. 3-0. For the match, the Pioneers held a 20-5 advantage in shots as The Pioneers led the Marauders in shots and corner kicks for the well as a 12-3 advantage in corner kicks. Head coach Andreas Lindberg match while junior goalkeeper Jesper Malmstrom kept the visitors off and the Pioneers return to action on Wednesday, Sept. 24 when they the board. The Pioneers hit the field again on Saturday, Sept. 20 to face battle the Lions of Molloy College. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m. off against the Spartans from Saint Thomas Aquinas College (1-2-2). Women’s Soccer Overpowers Opponents

By Michael Otero Sports Editor

The Pioneers (4-1) took on Southern New Hampshire on Wednesday, Sept. 17, in Manchester N.H., and survived a late revival of life from the Penmen. A very defensive and physical first half limited Pioneer scoring chances, but they got a golden opportunity when they got a corner kick in the 37th minute. Junior forward Susanne Vistnes was the recipient of a pass from senior back Lauren Bellone. The goal put the Pioneers on the board, and gave them a lead they would not forgo. In the second half, the Pioneers connected for another goal, this time sophomore forward Julia Backman was given a precise pass from Vistnes. The goal proved to be the game winner after a late goal by the Penmen made the score 2-1. The Pioneers returned to action on Saturday, Sept. 20, when they welcomed fellow East Coast Conference opponent St. Thomas Aquinas to Brookville, N.Y. The Pioneers took some time to get going offensively, but like the saying goes, “all good things take time.” After a scoreless 30 minutes for each side, the Pioneers struck first. Backman notched her second goal in as many games, giving the Pi- oneers the early edge and the momentum. Less than nine minutes later, the Green Machine was back for more as Vistnes connected for a goal, her first of three that afternoon. It was clear the offense was working well; they scored three goals in each half. The capper for the match came when freshman forward Alex Lynn scored the sixth goal of the game for the Pioneers in the 65th minute. The Pioneers cruised to a 6-1 victory. The Green and Gold outshot the Spartans 22-3 for the day, and also had their goalkeepers protect the nes well, only allowing one goal. The win was the fourth in a row for the Pioneers, and they will their con- fidence and momentum from the streak with them when they play the JEANINE AMBROGI Bears from NYIT in the “Battle of the Boulevard” on Saturday. Sept. 27. The Pioneers beat both the Penmen and the Spartans over the weekend September 24, 2014 SPORTS 19 Men’s Ice Hockey Team Freezes the Competition By Maxime Devillaz Co-Editor-in-Chief

After a tight 6-5 win in the season opener at Princeton University They practice twice on ice with two extra fitness workouts each week, on Saturday, Sept. 20, the men’s ice hockey team started their 25-game excluding games during weekends. While putting the almost daily effort seasonal route in the right direction. Now, the co-educational club is in for each other, the Pioneers not only seek support, but are willing to striving to raise awareness and participation from fellow students in give some back. “[Our] team is into promoting charity and [is] willing to order to go all the way and bring home a State Championship. support or help any good causes or groups on campus,” Riesterer said. The Pioneer squad counts 18 at the moment, with a mixture of Riesterer is one of the new players for this season. The both locals as well as international skaters. Although the facilities are opportunity to get an education while playing made his decision to fly located in Great Neck N.Y., about a 10-minute drive from LIU Post overseas an easy one. “What got me here was the combination of big city campus, the team is optimistic to see cheering fans at home games. “We life and hockey. I mean, who says no to a good university, 45 minutes are working on getting shuttles to drive Pioneer fans to the home games from Madison Square Garden that allows you to do what you love most?” during the season, which would make it easy for supporters to come see The next ice hockey game is set for Sunday, Sept. 27, from the us play,” sophomore international student Maximilian Riesterer said. Parkwood Ice Rink in Great Neck against Wagner College at 10:15 p.m. As members of the Division II American Collegiate Hockey There is still time to try out for the team, if interested. All levels Association (ACHA), the Pioneers face teams from the northeast region, of skaters are welcome. The cost is roughly $1220 for any new member, within and around the state of New York. Head Coach Mark Peters, with which covers practice and game ice time, travels, dues, and the yearly support from four assistant coaches, works hard with the team. membership fees. Contact [email protected] to find out more.

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T h e t e a m t o o k t h e i c e a n d c a m e o u t v i c t o r i o u s a g a i n s t t h e P r i n c e t o n T i g e r s Pioneer Sports Football Falls Short to Merrimack in Road Opener

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Dowling College W 3-2 Men’s Soccer

Softball: Millersville 3-0 STAC 3-2 Dowling College W 7-3 Football LIU POST ATHLETICS Dowling College W 11-1 By Thomas Scavetta Senior Steven Laurino played a strong game despite Merrimack 17-19 Staff Writer the loss to Merrimack Bridgeport W 8-0 Field Hockey With only four minutes remaining in six-play 52-yard drive, capped off by a four-yard regulation, the Pioneers (1-2) held a 17-13 lead touchdown scramble by Laurino. Holding on Bridgeport W 8-0 Saint Anselm 2-3 over the Warriors of Merrimack College (2-1), but to a 10-7 lead into the 4th quarter, the Pioneers were unable to hold off the hosts who rallied past allowed the Warriors to regain their momentum STAC W 2-0 LIU for the 19-17 victory on Saturday, Sept. 20, at as Capobianco hit junior wideout Jere Brown for Women’s Soccer Martone-Mejail Field in North Andover, Mass. a 46-yard pass on the opening snap of the period. STAC W 8-0 The Warriors drew two crucial defensive With the ball at the nine-yard line, the Warriors Southern New Hampshire 2-1 penalties during their game-winning drive to faced a 3rd-and-goal, where Capobianco fired a STAC 6-1 set themselves up with excellent field position at bullet to freshman wideout Cody Demers to put Men’s Lacrosse: the Pioneer 40-yard line. Just a few plays later, Merrimack back ahead 13-10. Senior kicker Nick Tennis freshman Warrior quarterback Joe Capobianco Zwaan failed to convert on the extra point keeping NYIT L 8-9 connected with junior tailback Armond McRae it a three-point deficit for the Pioneers. Post Dowling 7-0 for the 26-yard game-winning score. However, responded with a vengeance, as Laurino rolled Women’sSaint Lacrosse: Thomas Aquinas 7-2 the Pioneers blocked the extra point, which gave out and threw a 30-yard touchdown pass on third red-shirt senior quarterback Steven Laurino the down to Palmer at the 7:46 mark. The Pioneers, chance to showcase his late-game heroics for who had an impressive 7-of-15 on third down in Bridgeport W 18-3 the second straight week. The Pioneers ended the game, jumped back in control for the time Overall Records up failing to secure a first down as Laurino’s being and had the lead 17-13. Stonehill College W 11-9 fourth down pass attempt was batted away by Laurino finished 20-of-39 for 229 yards Volleyball the Warrior defensive line. LIU Post racked up and a touchdown. In addition, he picked up 66 6-6 409 total yards compared to 386 for Merrimack. yards on the ground and a touchdown. Red-shirt The Pioneers out-gained their opposition, but sophomore tailback Mike Williams led the squad Men’s Soccer the Warriors played tough and won the defensive with 97 net yards on the ground. Palmer and red- 4-2 battle by shutting down the Green and Gold on shirt sophomore wideout Shane Hubbard each Current Records: their final possession. hauled in seven receptions. Defensively, red-shirt After leading 3-0 in the early stages of the junior linebacker Brandon Cheney and red-shirt Men’s LacrosseFootball 6-5 contest, a 28-yard pass from Laurino to junior senior linebacker Anthony Brunetti made 13 Women’s Lacrosse1-2 14-0 tight end Seann Binckes set up the Pioneers with tackles apiece. Brunetti added a fumble recovery a first and goal from the Warriors’ four-yard line. and an interception to his stellar outing. Junior BaseballField Hockey 13-13 Two costly penalties knocked the Green and Gold linebacker Jhaleel Oswald forced two fumbles and 2-1 out of field goal range, forcing them to punt. recorded six tackles. Softball 33-5 Three possessions later, a Laurino fumble led to a Head Coach Bryan Collins and the Women’s Soccer Merrimack score giving them the 7-3 advantage, Pioneers look to bounce back as they continue 4-1 which would hold up heading into halftime. their three-game road trip against NE-10 rival As the 3rd quarter commenced, the Assumption next Saturday, Sept. 27, in Worcester, Tennis Pioneers got off to an electric start, and forced the Mass. Kickoff is slated for 1 p.m. 4-1 Warriors to turn it over on downs leading to a