The Quill, May, 2011 Vol. 19, No. 6 Holocaust survivor to speak at Winter 2011 scholar/athletes named Commencement; honoray degree recipients announced
College president Dr. trian teams has been unparal- Barbara-Jayne Lewthwaite has leled, Dr. Lewthwaite said, announced that the keynote adding that he has appeared at speaker at Centenary College’s many IHSA competitions and 136th May Commencement events held at the Equestrian will be Ruth Arndt Gumpel, Center, most recently speaking a Holocaust survivor and at the second annual “Building frequent lecturer in the United on Equine Excellence” event in States and Germany. November. Her amazing story Alan J. Shaw will be was one of the subjects of the honored for his 20 years of ex- book Survival in the Shadows: emplary service on the Cente- Rob Urie, 3.71 GPA Dave Alsieux, 3.3 GPA Andrew Cobian, 3.30 GPA Seven Jews Hidden in Hitler’s nary College Board of Trustees. Basketball Wrestling Basketball Berlin, by Barbara Lovenheim. Shaw has served as treasurer During World War of the Board and chairman of II, Ms. Gumpel lived with six its Finance Committee since he others in Nazi Berlin, less than became a Trustee in 1991. two miles from Adolph Hitler’s He is the vice president bunker. for finance and operations of They survived for two the CCM Business Unit at and a half years without ration BASF. He joined that com- cards, identity cards or secure pany after its 2006 purchase accommodations, protected by of the Engelhard Corpora- non-Jewish Germans, and were tion, which he had served as eventually rescued in April controller and in other financial 1945 by the Soviet Union’s positions since 1982. In addi- Red Army. tion to his corporate work, Mr. “I know that her tale Shaw has served as Treasurer Katy DeGraw, 3.9 GPA Matt Regan, 3.287 GPA Jon Stillo, 3.4 GPA of perseverance and survival for the Morris-Sussex Council Basketball Wrestling Wrestling will inspire all who hear it.” Dr. of the Boy Scouts of America, Lewthwaite said. and has devoted a considerable Report contributed by the vari- Ruth Arndt Gumpel amount of time and resources ous coaches The Faculty Ath- of the academic year. While 3.30 GPA has also landed him will receive an honorary degree to helping homeless animals. letic Representative/Faculty Rob has enjoyed success as a on the CSAC All-Academic as will other distinguished He holds a bachelor’s Advisory Board is proud to an- student off the court, he has Team three times, as well as a members of the community. degree in Economics from Yale nounce the Winter 2011 FAR/ also performed at a high level selection for the NABC Honors Robert “Bob” Cac- University and an MBA from FAB Scholar Athletes: on the court. He has been our Court last season. Andrew chione will be honored for the University of Chicago. Rob Urie is every- team captain for the last three is going to graduate having his long association with, and President Lewthwaite said, “I thing that one looks for in a seasons, and his leadership played in over 85 games, which commitment to, the Cente- am delighted that Centenary student-athlete. Academically, will surely be missed. Rob is is 6th all-time, in Centenary nary College Equine Studies will be able to honor these two Rob posts a 3.71 GPA and has going to graduate as the men’s history. Andrew is excited to program. Cacchione is the outstanding men on Saturday, been a three-time selection to basketball program’s all-time step on the court every day and founder and executive direc- May 14, 2011, and share the the Colonial States Athletic leader scorer with 1,438 points has a passion for Centenary tor of the Intercollegiate Horse occasion with the Class of Conference’s (CSAC) All- (and counting) as well as in the that will continue way beyond Show Association (IHSA), 2011, the entire Centenary Academic Team. Rob was not top three of many other statisti- his playing career. The con- which he established in 1967 community and our honored only recognized in the confer- cal categories, which include: stant energy he brings to our so college students could ride guests. I know their steadfast ence as an excellent student- Games Played (1st), Field program has been unmatched and compete regardless of support of the College will be athlete, he was also named to Goals Made (1st), Free Throws by any single athlete and will financial status. Today, the an inspiration to that weekend’s the National Association of Made (1st), 3 Point Field Goals definitely be missed. He con- IHSA serves more than 8,700 graduates, and Centenarians Basketball Coaches (NABC) Made (2nd), Assists (2nd), and tinues to make the Centenary riders from more than 300 everywhere.” Honors Court last season. The Steals (3rd). community proud in the pres- member institutions in 45 states This year the Domin- NABC Honors Court rec- ent and will in the future. and Canada. For more than 20 ick Romano Award for out- ognizes upperclassmen that Andrew Cobian years, Cacchione’s support of standing community service hold a cumulative GPA of 3.2 served as one of our team cap- Katy DeGraw is the Centenary College Equine will be given to H.E.A.R.T. a sophomore starter for the or higher at the conclusion tains this season, and his Studies program and Eques- (Continued on p. 7) (Continued on p. 5) Viewpoint! 2 Society, architecture, and the Segway
what the Jetsons enjoy. No and ride. your car. Walk the 100 feet, out there. Then the car came, more square rooms, just circles But today we have start the car, drive a mile to get and the sections got bigger. We By Matthew Kayal in circles. Life would be dif- something better. We have a some food or drive 10 miles to experimented with trains and ferent. What if the 60s actually country designed around the drive through to a window of a zeppelins but we couldn’t build When the Segway had life that matched its art? car. We have 360 degrees of fast food restaurant, not bother the buildings high enough for PT (personal transporter) was The Segway, the standing cycle parking everywhere. Park on getting out of the car to eat, and zeppelins and trains weren’t as announced, the two-wheeled that has three speeds, looks the lawn, park in the street, drive home to the 100 feet to cool as planes, so we settled for machine being the “world’s like a hand truck with a 1960s park in the lot, or park in the the couch. cars that could drive us to the first self-balancing human futuristic Lost in Space feel to garage, because wherever you Got somewhere to go? planes, and suddenly our roads transporter” according to a it. What if we were to design a park, you don’t have to walk Drive on the highway, avoid were clouds, but now nobody company spokesman, one city around the Segway? less than a hundred feet to park the self-serve pumps and get flies, because who can afford esteemed person commented: No need for cars and your car from your home. You gas courtesy: the attendant, no to? “This will change the way cit- roads, we can have a system of walk one hundred feet to your tip, just the bill, and heaven Maybe the 60s will ies are designed,” which is to tubes that interconnect like an car from your couch, you can forbid you have to do it your- have a renaissance. Maybe we say that architecture is going to elevated subway system. No drive to California from New self because you’ve never had can have our flying cars and change, architecture reflecting need for a subway train. We York, stop in Texas, or, if you to pump your own gas, go into jetpacks. I’d rather live like the the way a building is designed can keep the tunnels and use have your passport, you can the store to pay the bill, and Jetsons than traverse the world to behave, to influence the them for mass transit, but why traverse Canada for Alaska. drive off, knowing you didn’t in a Segway in Futurama. people, the nature of the city. bother going into a deep dark Hop on a boat and get from steal gasoline. Just wait; soon If you doubt architec- subterranean hive? Use the Alaska to Russia, avoid a few America was designed America won’t be backwards ture, think about any ghetto and above system, the Futurama hairy spots and pay per liter to be walked. No, the cities compatible and none of us will project housing. Think what setup, where the tubes can take with money that is half the were made small, for walk- ever walk. We’ll never be able the difference would be if in- us to the top of the building. value of the Euro and maybe ing, then the horse and car- to appreciate our two feet. stead of a cramped, simple box No more need for elevators. you can drive to the South of riage came; we could section that confines the inhabitants, it The stairs are long gone. No- France in a few days. things off: Business over here, was a winding open space like body walks when you can drive Or you can walk to homes over there, and farms The Cellular Society
Cell phones have Some cell phones are from Hell”), now offers Xbox A cell phone is no By Matthew Kayal become such a force that it has not even intended to be phones. live on their phones. longer a phone. It’s a per- become the new class system. How many people ignore calls A cell phone denotes sonal computer. It’s a Swiss Cell phones have “Oh, you have a track and texts just to play Angry your country, even. Cell phone Army knife of applications and overtaken society. It was phone? Do you need to buy Birds? markets have become region- widgets. small at first, laughable even. minutes or will my Droid The first cell phone/ alized. European phones are How you use your cell How could someone be Incredible even be able to send gaming device was made by like European cars. Japanese phone is a sign of your intelli- taken serious with that brick you video messages?” Nokia. It was a total failure, phones have infrared contact- gence. To lose your cell phone attached to their heads? But “I’m sorry, but until but now Sony is looking to get information- trading and is like losing your identity. look out on the campus as you get a front camera, we in on the market. Microsoft, built-in credit cards. When is All your contacts are known students shuffle to classes. can’t speak.” while on AT&T (or as it’s that going to be a feature in by name and not number. To Look at the people in the “Skinless? Good lord referred to commonly “Service America? switch carriers, you run the risk stores, asking for shopping you’re such a savage.” guidance. If you have a “Is that your blue tooth? strong stomach, look at fel- That’s so cute.” low drivers on the highway; Cell phones have even see who is having a con- encroached on other technol- versation. Cell phones are ogy. People have note-taking everywhere. apps, so instead of using Congratulations, Cell phones have laptops, they use these, which changed society almost is odd because if you have overnight. The very act apps, you can also get a voice Class of 2011! of being on the phone has recorder app that records mp3s, become regulated. First is and email them to yourself. from it was hands-free only while Adding mp3s to the phone driving. Then it was a total turns it into a possible jukebox. your Quill staff ban. Campaigns have been Repurpose mp3s, and ringer launched to end texting while radar is possible. driving. It’s incredible that “I’m not answering my natural selection has a data cell; this song is too good for plan. that person.” 3 The Quill is the student newspaper Editorial of Centenary College, Hackettstown, NJ A Helping Hand 07840. Admitting you have an addiction problem sometimes feels harder than actually having the problem. There are people all across The Quill will the country dealing with addiction problems such as drugs and alcohol, and for many of them, the main issue is knowing where to go for help. For people who live in Sussex County, New Jersey, that place is The Center for Prevention and Counseling. publish letters to the For the past three years, Dot DelCampo has worked for the CFPC as the Resource Center Coordinator. Her job entails orga- editor; however, such nizing volunteers for events that the center holds, assembling packet information for presentations, and ordering new material such as pamphlets, DVDs and books for the resource center. letters must not be DelCampo makes it clear that she is part of a team that is trying to create better lives for people who have run out of answers. libelous and must be “I also facilitate the parent section of our Strengthening Families program, a 14-week program for families to improve their signed and in good communication and other skills needed to thrive as a family and as individuals,” said DelCampo. “Getting through to the parents and showing them different ways to interact with their kids and different tools to use in their family situation, is pretty satisfying.” taste. We will refrain In 1974, the Alcohol Information Center of Sussex County was created as a private non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization. At that from printing your time it was strictly a community-based information and recommendation organization, whose employees worked closely with alcohol treatment centers and 12-Step recovery programs to assist others in recovery. For six years the organization’s primary goal was the name if you so re- prevention of alcoholism and alcohol abuse. In 1988, it changed its name to the Sussex Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse after it had quest. become clear that drug addiction was just as serious a problem in the United States as alcohol. Address your Some people who suffer with an addiction problem have trouble admitting it and calling to seek help, perhaps in fear they will letters to The Editor, be judged or considered weak for trying to get help. The Center urges people in that situation not to be afraid. The Quill, Box 1066 “They only need to call and ask for assistance which is offered confidentially and with compassion and concern for each per- son who calls,” said Becky Carlson, a graduate of Centenary College and assistant director at The Center. or you may email to Since November of 2000, Carlson has worked at The Center as the assistant director, and after working there for over 10 years, levd@centenarycol- she says she remains just as motivated and committed to making a difference as she was the day she started. lege.edu “The most rewarding part about working at The Center is making a difference and helping people to connect the dots. I like that I do a variety of different grants and activities and though it keeps me extremely busy, it is very rewarding,” said Carlson. with your full name She also is in charge of prevention work, heading the prevention staff, and manages prevention grants along with the assis- at the bottom of the tance of other staff members. She coordinates fundraising efforts and reaches out to other agencies and organizations to bring awareness to substance abuse trends and treatment options. email Addiction issues don’t just affect the people going through the problem. They also affect their friends and loved ones. With that fact in mind, in the late 1990’s, the organization also started focusing on how addiction affects the homeless and also family mem- bers and friends of someone with a problem. This includes children, the elderly, and people with disabilities, as well. This expansion increased the impact the organization had on people, families, and the county in general and inspired yet another name change in 2001, to the one it has today. The Center currently offers counseling and prevention programs for individuals, Co-Editors: youths, adults and families. It also offers outpatient counseling for youths and adults and a life-skills mentoring program to youth in Michele Tomasulo need of assistance. Teresa Miley What Carlson does, has not only had an impact on people she helps, but on her own family, as well, including her daughter. “Being able to have an active part in what they do, has affected my views on different issues such as bullying, underage drink- Staff: ing, drug use, and smoking,” said Carlson’s daughter, Anna Carlson, a psychology major at Centenary College who is also earning a Krystina Conway certification in elementary education. Hayana Kim Anna has participated in many of the events the Center holds throughout the year, including Red Ribbon Day and Taking Flight to Change. Qing Lin Red Ribbon Day is a prevention awareness campaign which takes place in November each year. The event began in 1985 after Tom Polanski the death of a Drug Enforcement Administration agent named Enrique Camarena, who was kidnapped and killed in Mexico in 1985. Gil Shavit The event is held to raise awareness of the dangers of alcohol, tobacco and other kinds of drugs for people of all ages. Taking Flight to Change is an anti-bullying summit for 6th-8th graders to learn about bullying. During the summit they learn Joseph Vellekamp strategies for handling being bullied and what to do if someone else is being bullied. The Center’s goal for the summit is for children Taryn Kosakowski to have a better handle on bullying in their lives and in school. Anna has personally participated in the summit since 8th grade and has been able to use what she has learned from the summit while student teaching at Merriam Avenue School in Newton. (The Quill also wel- “Even now, in college, I am able to spread the same ideas and help others who may need a nudge in the right direction. I’ve also used what I’ve learned, especially anti-bullying techniques, in the classroom with students. So not only has what I have experi- comes freelancers enced helped me, it has continued to help those I interact with,” said Anna Carlson. among the student body Though The Center does so much for the county, there are still a lot of people who don’t know that it exists. who may contact Prof. “No, I had never heard of them before,” said Stephanie Oquendo, an early childhood education major at William Paterson University. “But I do think what they are doing is extremely important, because kids are going to run into a lot of situations like that, Debbie Lev through especially where they’re pressured into doing something, and they need to feel comfortable saying no. Repetition is what gets through campus email.) to them and the earlier they start the better.” In the state of New Jersey, there are 21 non-profit prevention organizations in New Jersey, one in each county. Even though a lot of people cannot name the prevention organization in their own county, that doesn’t mean the employees working towards the same Faculty Advisor: goal aren’t making a difference. Prof. Debbie Lev “I absolutely feel we are making a difference,” said Becky Carlson. “This is what gets me out of bed each and every day, knowing our agency changes lives and helps get people into recovery.” Guest editorial by Matt Mercuro 4 Wigs for Kids, History professor immersed in researching Locks of Love individuals’ Civil Rights Era letters to NJ Senator
By Brigit McCann Each wig is indi- An 11-year-old vidually customized and costs walked into a Massachusetts around $1,900 to produce, hair salon with her aunt, want- with absolutely no cost to the ing nothing more than a trim of children. her super-long ponytail. She The amount of hair left the salon having joined the sent in each year varies per ranks of thousands of children month, with more hair coming who cut their hair every year to in during the end of the year. It support those with childhood takes 150,000 strands of hair to cancer. produce one wig. The hair that This special little is sent is packaged locally and girl, described by Buzzards sent to a manufacturer. There, Bay, Massachusetts hairstylist the hair is sorted and made into Josephine Bevilcqua, is among wigs according to each child’s thousands who choose to shed specifications, according to their locks to donate them to Elan. Wigs for Kids. Thousands of salons Wigs for Kids is a all over the country are active non-profit organization in its salons for Wigs for Kids. One thirty-second year, which cre- such salon is Hair Plus Today ates wigs for children who have in Buzzards Bay, Massachu- lost their hair due to a medical setts where Bevilcqua works. Dr. Raymond Frey reads a letter from a packet of letters he is researching for a possible book on condition such as cancer or Over the years, people came in people’s (adults and children) concerns during the Civil Rights Era. Photo: Joseph Vellecamp alopecia, or an accident. to donate to Wigs for Kids, but This organization was after Bevilcqua’s sister was di- and sorting hair donations. The created by hairdresser Jeffrey agnosed with cancer, the salon most donations received are became very active. A benefit during the summer months and By Joseph Vellecamp Paul after his 15-year-old niece History books will teach many facts about the Civil was diagnosed with leukemia was held for Bevilcqua’s sister, around the holidays. and without the wig she had, Some of the hair Rights Movement in the 1960’s, including many of the brave but still desperately wanted to people who spearheaded the movement, such as Dr. Martin Luther try out for the gymnastics team. she would never have wanted received is not usable for hair to leave the house to attend pieces; however, the organiza- King Jr. and Malcolm X. She didn’t want her hair to be But what about the everyday citizens who tried to have falling out after chemotherapy, it. The salon realized that tion is able to sell the unusable wigs were very much needed hair to help offset the costs of a say in the movement? They often wrote letters to their local and Paul promised she would senators as many of us still do today. Some may say there’s not a have hair for the tryout she’d for cancer patients, and from manufacturing the hair pieces, then on, encouraged everyone says Kukkamaa. story behind the letters written to the senators; Dr. Raymond Frey, been waiting for. professor of history at Centenary College, begs to differ. He worked with doc- with long hair who came to the Over 3,000 children have salon to cut it for the cause. been helped by Locks of Love, Rutgers University has recently made available to Dr. tors and prosthetics specialists Frey a large array of letters written to Senator Harrison Williams to invent a hairpiece that would A more widely-known with many children receiving hairpiece charity is Locks of multiple hair pieces, as they in the 1960’s, regarding their thoughts on issues from the Civil withstand activities that kids Rights Movement to the war in Vietnam. Frey is now in the pro- love such as swimming, gym- Love. This non-profit organi- can re-apply for hair pieces zation was first developed as every 18 months from the age cess of writing a book based on these letters. nastics, and sleepovers. His He jumped at the opportunity after these letters were niece’s wig was ready in time part of a for-profit business, of six until 21, according to but in 1997, was transitioned Kukkama. almost destroyed, but saved by Rutgers. “There’s 10,000 letters for the gymnastics competition, or more,” said Frey. “Before Facebook and Twitter, people would and when it didn’t fall off dur- into a non-profit organization. “You have cancer.” Locks of Love provides hair These can be three of the most type out a letter and send it out.” ing her routines, Paul knew this Frey has been doing research for several months and was something he was meant to pieces to children under the age devastating words anyone can of 21 suffering from long-term hear in a lifetime. Children will continue for many more. He had a hard time convincing do. publishers that there was a story behind the letters, as many It didn’t take long for medical hair loss from any with cancer or alopecia lose diagnosis. Most children who more than their hair; they can were more interested in the story of Senator Williams (who was the organization to grow, and charged in 1981 with accepting bribes). “The letters are the real soon it became bigger than they receive hair pieces suffer from lose their sense of self. Chil- alopecia, but they also provide dren may be teased by class- story, not the senator,” said Frey. “It’s a matter of me making them could handle out-of-pocket, come alive.” so on behalf of Wigs for Kids, hair pieces to cancer patients, mates or embarrassed to go out accident victims, and those in public because of the atten- He talks about how personal some of the letters are that Paul filed for and received non- he has read. “People are pouring their guts out, as if they were profit status. who suffer from skin disorders tion they receive for not having that cause hair loss. hair. Wigs for Kids and Locks neighbors,” he said. “Some letters are personal, touching, crazy, “We’re a small orga- and from people of all ages.” nization on the inside, so we The number of dona- of Love are just two of the or- tions Locks of Love receives ganizations in the country that The book will be sectioned into letters from different can make a big impact on the time periods, and there will be a lot of background information outside,” Paul says. varies from day to day, and can help these children regain a according to Lauren Kukkama, sense of normality in their dif- to enhance the letters’ meanings. “It’s a very slow and tedious In 2010, Wigs for process,” Frey said.”I’m the only one right now looking at any of Kids supplied 125 wigs to communications director of the ficult lives. Eight inches is all organization, there is no way it takes. To children suffering this.” children, out of 177 applicants, He is hoping to finish writing his book sometime late according to Divina Elan, to keep any firm statistics on from serious medical condi- the amount of hair received be- tions, eight inches can mean next year and is talking to Rutgers University Press about possible Wigs for Kids’ program direc- publishing, although it is not yet confirmed. tor. cause of the numerous volun- the world. teers who assist with opening 5 Scholar/athletes named Class creates (Continued from p. 1) Dave Alsiuex is with being nationally ranked. women’s basketball team. a four-year member of the Matt is 3rd in school history Katy is currently ranked 5th on campaigns for Centenary wrestling team, and for all- time wins and first in the team in scoring (6.1) and has been a captain three of his school history for single season 2nd on the team in rebounding four years. Dave holds a 3.300 wins. We could have our (7.4). In the conference, Katy business clients GPA, and is currently ranked national tournament tomorrow is ranked 10th in rebounding. By Heather Rottner 6th in the country, but was with him qualifying for it, but Katy is an extremely hard- ranked as high as 4th. Dave if it snowed he would have no Twitter, and YouTube) are worker. She does all the in- Prof. Joseph Pizzo’s excels off the mat as well. He problem helping out the com- among the many approaches tangible things that are needed Writing for Public Relations has been an All-Academic munity because that’s just the the students are taking in order for success but may not show Course is not just about read- All-American, which helped type of kid he is. I call him my to create successful communi- on the stat sheet. As a student, ing a text book or memorizing the team achieve its national All-American kid, because he cation plans. Katy finished the fall semester theories for tests; it’s about rankings of being 22nd, and is always smiling, and always Not only are the with a 4.00 as a Biology major, practical application. The class 17th in the country for Best brings his bests to the table. groups devising these plans, making her overall cum GPA a is working with three local Team GPA’S. His hard work Centenary’s NCAA but they are actually imple- 3.900. Katy is also a Resident businesses in order to hone PR and dedication is contagious Faculty Athletic Representa- menting them for their respec- Assistant for Smith Hall. skills and get real world experi- and has taken this team to the tive/Faculty Advisory Board tive businesses. The groups are Jon Stillo has been a ence from the course. next level. If it weren’t for (FAR/FAB) acts as a liaison closely consulting with each member of the Centenary wres- “The class is a great guys like Jon Stillo and Dave between Centenary’s Academic of the business proprietors to tling team the last 4 years, in introduction to the public Alsiuex, we would not be Departments and Athletic Pro- ensure that each team is on the which he was able to maintain relations profession,” said one ranked 10th in the country nor grams. The FAR/FAB is a five same page and that the commu- above a 3.4 GPA. His efforts junior. “We are learning so would we have been an All- member committee including: nication plans convey the exact on the mat have taken the team much and handling so many Scholar Academic team. Dave • Dr. Robert Quade, NCAA- message that the proprietors to the top, as the Cyclones are different scenarios that would is 2nd in school history for Faculty Athletic Representative envisioned for their company. ranked 10th in the country. His be impossible to do if we were season wins and 3rd in school • Professor Tara Clausen, “It is not like we are efforts in the classroom have just being lectured to.” history for single season wins. Assistant Professor of Equine just doing this for credit,” said also paid off as Jon has been The class was divided Dave is another one that is Studies junior Jackie Mariani. “These an Academic All-American into three groups to work with always willing to assist, but not • Professor Chris Linne, businesses are our actual 2 times, and is on his way to Centenary Stage Company, just in the community. Dave is Assistant Professor Criminal clients, and what we do affects being a three-timer. He has Silk Road Treasure Tours, and the type of kid that stays after Justice their businesses in a very real also helped the team to be an HTV Media Productions for practice to help with technique, • Dr. Steven E. McHugh, Sr., way.” All Scholar Academic Team the whole semester. without coaches asking. He tu- Associate Professor of Busi- The students are coming with the 22nd, and Each group has tors our guys, and actually got ness also learning practical skills 17th Best Team GPA’S in the devised a specific media plan one of our guys to pass their • Dr. James Patterson, Vice that will be useful to them in country. Jon has also been that will help strengthen the re- math class, after their tutor told President for Academic Affairs any profession. Team work, nominated by his peers to be lationship between each small them that it would be impos- • Dr. Marianne Pratschler, time management, business a four-year captain (first time business and its patrons. sible. Dave is just a great Associate Professor of Educa- etiquette, client relations, and in Centenary wrestling his- The group’s first objective was young man. tion pitching ideas/ making pre- tory) because of his leadership to identify any areas that could Matt Regan is just In addition to addressing issues sentations are just a few of the skills. In 2007, he had the 25th be improved in each business’s a great guy. He is always of importance to Centenary’s skills the students are learning best GPA in the country, and existing communication plans, willing to help, and is always Academic Departments and and putting to good use in the was an NCAA Alternate. This and help revitalize them. the first one to volunteer for Athletic Programs, the FAR/ course. year Jon is 18-4, and has been The second objec- things. Matt has been a captain FAB selects Scholar Athletes Pizzo said, “I am ranked as high as 7th in the tive was to figure out new and of the wrestling team the last that epitomize individuals proud of the energy and initia- country, along with winning 3 innovative ways to generate a two years and holds a GPA that thrive both academically tive being demonstrated by tournaments this year. Jon is positive buzz around each busi- of 3.287 along with being an and athletically. This process each of my students. They are currently number one in school ness. The groups were encour- Academic All American. Matt begins each athletic season as taking the theory that we learn history for career wins, and aged to use any combination of has been ranked as a contender Centenary’s coaches nominate in the classroom and are ap- 5th in school history for single multimedia resources to help at 165 for the majority of the Scholar Athletes who have plying it in dynamic, exciting season. Jon is always volun- complete their objectives. Press season. He is another one that made a special contribution ways. It is an honor to work teering for community services, releases, radio public service has helped the team achieve to their team, while earning with such dedicated students.” shoveling snow, helping with announcements, posters, and All-Academic Honors, along a strong academic standing. social media sites (Facebook, freshmen move in.
Centenary College Career Services sponsored a Mock Interview and Etiquette Dinner for students and alumni in April, in the President’s Circle Room. Members of the Centenary Board of Trustees and other professional community leaders served as hosts, while Dorian Alu, Career Services coordinator, led every- one step-by-step through a full-course meal provided by Linda Gonia, director of Chartwell’s Dining Services. 6
Former Charlie Brown’s stands as reminder of popular eating spot near campus
By Casey Bauer
The building is still was one of few restaurants in Star Ledger reported. been reports of voices, and the the Clarendon Hotel, the build- unoccupied. Hackettstown to offer a family The Hackettstown ghost of the man who hanged ing has been home to several “I was shocked,” said dining atmosphere. Charlie Brown’s, at 109 Grand himself has supposedly been eateries and other establish- Dr. Dean Bethea, professor of An employee at a Avenue, is in a building that, seen in pictures taken outside ments, the Express-Times re- English at Centenary College location that was not shut down according to hauntednewjersey. of the restaurant. ported. Potentially, it might be- about the closure this past did not feel that his job was com is over 250 years old and “It was haunted,” said come a seafood restaurant or an winter, of 20 Charlie Brown’s in jeopardy because business once served as a hotel and then Toma, “I used to go upstairs, “adult contemporary lounge,” restaurants by the CB Holding has continued to thrive since a brothel. In the 1800s, a man and the napkins would look and it already holds a liquor Corp., of Mountainside, N.J., the closings, “We now have hanged himself from the large like they were floating and license, which is especially including the Hackettstown people traveling from a further tree outside the building, and moving around without anyone desirable for restaurateurs, said location. According to the Star distance to eat at our restaurant, it is rumored that a woman touching them. It was weird.” Rucki. Ledger, the closures affected as well as all of the regular cus- possibly murdered her child According to the Students, profes- 1,400 employees and reduced tomers, so at this moment we and committed suicide in the Express-Times, Hackettstown’s sors, and community members the popular family chain to 29 are busier than ever,” he said. “red room” on the third floor. Business Improvement District were shocked by the news locations. Charlie Brown’s first Other odd occurences has begun work to draw a of the popular eatery’s sud- The Hackettstown opened in Westfield more than have been reported.“We were new tenant to the 19th century den closure. “I really couldn’t branch had a more “laid-back 40 years ago. The company closing up one night when one Victorian-era building. The believe it shut down that atmosphere” with the crowd came under fire last year in of the exit doors flew open. building “would just lend itself quickly, because it was in mainly consisting of families February when a former CEO, This door was heavy; it did perfectly” to another restaurant such a nice spot, and it always and business people traveling Russell D’Anton, pleaded not seem like any type of wind or lounge, said Hackettstown seemed busy,” said Toma. through town, said a source guilty to conspiracy to commit could do that,” said a former BID director David Rucki. close to the company. mail fraud and tax evasion, the employee. There have also Previously known as “Most of the time the people that came in were older,” said Jordan Toma, a for- mer employee. “It was packed on Thanksgiving.” “The food was not particularly affordable,” said Bethea, who noted that the crowd had shrunk significantly since 2004 when he first came to Centenary College, and the bar at Charlie Brown’s was a popular spot because it was within walking distance of the campus. According to the Star Ledger, the Hackettstown’s Charlie Brown’s was one of 13 restaurants closed in New Jer- sey with a total of 29 locations shutting their doors. “Nobody knew about this. We knew sales weren’t good, but I mean, they wiped out all the stores,” said Jac- queline Blanco-Fournier, 33, former manager for the Piscat- away location and bartender at the Highland Park location in an interview with the Star Ledger. “It was expensive, but it was a nice place to go,” said Tanya Wheelock, 22 of Denville. Located just a few short blocks from Centenary’s main campus, Charlie Brown’s 7 Social network sites change selves without needing a well- social networking websites has known person’s help. Their changed the music industry. music industry, opening doors accessibility makes it easier for Now, record executives can use people to discover new bands. them to find upcoming bands, “With the right con- while musicians can use their to newcomers and established nections, determination, and a own talents to get themselves strong do-it-yourself attitude, publicity. you can get pretty far. It takes “They’ve provided performers years of hard work, but because a standard medium to view of sites like Facebook and and evaluate bands. Anyone MySpace, it’s so much easier,” can check how many fans a By Loren Kessell ers from other states will stay list,” Marchese said. Plont said. “I mean, back in the given band has and use it as a Open up the web at my house when I book them Chatroulette is a 90’s, bands had to call venues benchmark to compare to other browser, type a band’s name in a show. It’s pretty awesome.” website used to randomly meet out of phone books to book a bands,” Marchese said. Google, and watch what hap- Social networking new people. The user needs to show while on tour. Nowadays, Move over, Record pens. sites let bands get their name have a working webcam, and you can book a whole tour Executives, social networking The first three links on the Internet and build up a can talk to people all over the through e-mail or MySpace.” sites are taking over. present websites that offer all large following. People can see world by clicking the “Next” The invention of of their music, photos, and button. how many fans a band has by short bios for each band mem- Clouds Make Sounds looking at the numbers shown ber. Justin Bieber played the and several other musicians uti- on their Facebook page. They drums and sang on YouTube, lize this tool to get themselves can listen to songs and decide and he became the biggest teen known outside of their own if they like a band, and eventu- Commencement honorees heartthrob in the nation. states, and sometimes their ally they can attend shows. ( Continued from p. 1) Taylor Swift uploaded own countries. “Social networking her songs to MySpace, and Of all the social puts bands on the same level as 9/11, a non-profit organization Bill Keegan and John now she is the voice of teenage networking sites to choose others. Let’s say you play the that is comprised of veteran Viola will be accepting the girls all over America. from, however, Facebook is the harmonica, and I play guitar. police officers, fire fighters, award on behalf of the organi- Perhaps their fame most popular choice. It is a free We can make music and get it construction trade union work- zation. would have evolved in time, website, so bands can promote out there right away. There’s ers, surviving families of those A highly decorated but thanks to social network- their music without buying a no Facebook premium; it’s just killed on September 11, 2001, Lieutenant in the Special ing sites new musicians can host site, hiring a web designer, there to use,” Eric Dryburgh and those others who share Operations Division (S.O.D) quickly get their music on the or using money that could be said. the belief that we can help and a 20 year veteran of the Internet for the world to hear. spent on touring and recording, Dryburgh is a drum- ourselves by helping others. Port Authority Police Depart- Before social net- instead. The site offers a media mer who played with several The Mission of ment, Bill Keegan was Night working’s popularity grew, player so bands can upload mu- bands throughout his career. H.E.A.R.T. 9/11 is to allevi- Operations Commander of the bands would use flyers or word sic. Facebook users can look at He began playing with the ate the suffering of individuals WTC Rescue/Recovery Teams, of mouth to spread the news the page, click on a song, and ska-punk band Legitimate and communities coping with and awarded the highest medal about shows. Now, a band can hear it instantly. Bands can also Business in 2007, and eventu- disasters and mass trauma. for the WTC 9/11 assault. create a Facebook page which upload videos of live perfor- ally he moved to the band The H.E.A.R.T. 9/11, through its His other awards include the can be followed by a large fan mances so users can watch Tattle Tales in 2010. He left the volunteers, developed the 1993 WTC Bombing Medal of base. them in action. band, but he is now working on physical capabilities and na- Valor for his rescue of school “All you need to know “Millions, probably a new band called Boy Things tional network to respond – as children trapped in a stalled about a band anymore is its billions, of people worldwide with a group of members from they did in the case of Hur- elevator; the Hanratty Medal name, or the name of one song, use Facebook and things like Hackettstown, NJ. They are ricane Katrina – to disasters of Valor, over fifty police duty and you can find what you’re that, so it’s a great way to an indie rock band, and they where their skills can help first medals and is certified at the looking for,” Joe Marchese, promote your music. I think a utilize social networking to get responders and victims alike. 400 level of the Incident Com- the booking agent and mem- band would be foolish not to themselves known. H.E.A.R.T. 9/11 mand System. Lt. Keegan is ber of the band Clouds Makes take advantage of the opportu- He has also seen the has successfully completed also a member of the N.Y.P.D. Sounds, said. “I often watch nities social networking sites transition from using MySpace more than 20 deployments and New Jersey Honor Le- to see how many people on have to offer,” Kenny Plont to Facebook. When he was a throughout the U.S.A and most gions. Facebook from previous shows said. member in Legitimate Busi- recently in Haiti. John Viola is a retired like us after a given show.” Plont is a member of ness, MySpace was the main The H.E.A.R.T. 9/11 F.D.N.Y. Captain. He served Clouds Make Sounds the band Take A Hint, a grind- site used, since it featured teams, consisting of NYPD, for 28 years. On Sept 11 2001, is a folk-indie band from Wil- core-jazz fusion group. He is a media player. Facebook’s FDNY, PAPD, Business Trade He was serving as Company liamsport, PA. The band came also a band promoter in the creators updated it, and more Union members, EMT’s, Commander for Ladder 15 in together in January 2010, and Michigan area, so he is familiar people use it now, so its nurses, surviving family mem- lower Manhattan. On that day it consists of Marchese, Deron with scouring social network- popularity has surpassed that of bers, and other professionals, 14 brave young men from his Johnson, Jeff Mach, Josh ing sites to find opening bands. MySpace. provide optimal managerial, firehouse lost their lives. Hines, and Shannon Cantor. “I’ve encountered so Before social net- infrastructural and emotional Since his retirement Social networking many awesome bands from working sites became popular, support resources dictated by he has served with H.E.A.R.T. sites help the group publicize all over the world. I’ve met so bands had to try to meet record the scope of each unique emer- 9/11 as a member of the Execu- shows, gain fans, and promote many amazing people, and just label executives in chance en- gency. The level of expertise tive Board and has been Project its music. knowing those same people counters or land gigs in small of the volunteers of H.E.A.R.T. Manager on all of their re- “We’ve played some has helped me get my band to locations before their music 9/11 is unparalleled in volun- sponses throughout the United of our songs live on Chatrou- where it is now,” Plont said. could be heard. Now, social teer organizations. States and Haiti. lette for people, and they’ve “I’ve met friends that I’ve gone networking sites allow bands to added us and joined our e-mail on tour with; complete strang- create a following for them- 8 is getting underway. as much as they can. I realize A gift of mobility Regarding the table set that students may not know Japan re- up in the dining hwll entrance, a lot of what has happened By Taryn Kosikowski in developing countries. “Last week we made about in Japan and students may be Imagine living in The mission has sent $256 dollars. The interna- short on cash, but every little a very poor country, being over 560,000 wheelchairs lief efforts tional students, commuters bit counts,” Motoaki Hagiwara physically unable to use your to disabled individuals who and residents are helping out said body to move from one spot receive the gift of mobility. to another, having your life To help the disabled in need on-going desperately limited by that of mobility, two low cost By Tom Polanski and Gil fact, and finding that a simple wheelchairs were designed. Shavit combination of a lawn chair The Gen_1 design was based WNTI holds successful and bike wheels could change on the idea of trying to make a Relief efforts on cam- all that, at no cost to you. wheeler that could be designed pus for Japan started as soon This scenario so im- of parts that are already in use, as the news reached Centenary spring membership drive pressed Prof. Anjie Desais and and produced high in quantity. campus and its international her Global Politics class, that The Gen_1 is a resin exchange students. By Joseph Vellecamp they decided to raise money for lawn chair with the strength of “A lot of people have WNTI finished its funds received through dona- the Free Wheel Chair Mission a custom steel frame, all tucked been stopping by and donating spring membership driv- tions by listeners, said Lewis. (FWM)and donate 100 percent into a sturdy pair of mountain their time and money,” said erecently after raising over This all comes as a great of the proceeds they collect to bike tires. This design is safe Liberal arts major Airi Hara as $60,000 in donations, accord- financiel relief to WNTI, the cause. They were stationed and beneficial to its users, she patiently waited at the table ing to broadcast manager Jon as well as the fact that the outside the cafeteria with a providing not just mobility, but set up for that purpose. Many Lewis. “It was a very success- station is now secured to penny drive, to encourage improved health and quality students decided to help; all ful fund drive,” said Lewis. continue receiving federal donations. On Centenary Col- of life. The Gen_1 costs $59 they needed was a table and a The goal for the drive was funding through 2015. This lege’s Earth Day, which took to manufacture and deliver to place to give the donated cash. set at around $60,000, which adds nearly another $61,000 place in late April, the class countries all over the globe. Coordinator of the radio station has already to the station’s budget, ac- sold cause bracelets for $5. Gen_2 is the most Community Services Clayton reached, and the checks are still cording to Lewis. There will also be a wheelchair recent design which is not Dobosh said of the money coming in. The station’s audi- basketball game that will take only highly adaptable, but also donated, “It will go to the Japa- Along with the fund drive, ence is continually growing, place in the Folkner Family allows a personalized fit. The nese Embassy in New York.” all tickets for the WNTI benefit however, which will directly Gymnasium on May 4. Gen_2 is available is several He is also working to create a concert featuring The Smith- affect how much money the The Free Wheel different widths; this model is video with campus equipment ereens have been sold. The station receives from the fed- chair Mission was founded in especially helpful for children. in cooperation with Jon Lewis, last tickets were given away eral government. “Hopefully 2001; FWM is an international For more infor- general manager of WNTI, and as gifts to generous supporters we’ll get more next year,” nonprofit organization dedi- mation on donating to this students, with a script Dobosh of WNTI. The proceeds of the said Lewis. cated to providing wheelchairs cause, contact Prof. Desai. has written, in support of the tickets are added directly to the for the impoverished disabled Japan relief effort. That project 9 The Arts Otherworldly music, wordly creatures and aural mischief visit Centenary in Michael Hearst’s ensemble performance
I HAVE A CRUSH ON ONE RING ZERO, with their tweed sport coats and ties and tattered sneakers, their smarty-pants patter and killer acid-klezmer ways, and their theremin, claviola, and “other noises,” oh my! …A BEAUTIFUL SHEBANG OF LITERARY AND AURAL MISCHIEF. The Village Voice The Theremin, Claviola, stylophone, Zylo-bot and “Sonic Banana” took the stage this month in Hackettstown, when Brooklyn auteur Michael Hearst joins with the League of Musical Urban Robots (LEMUR) to present “Songs for Unusual Creatures” in late April in the David and Carol Lackland Center. “When I saw this group at the Presenter’s Conference in New York a year ago, I was blown away by what they were doing, musically, intellectually, comi- cally,” marveled Centenary Stage Company General Manager Catherine Rust . “I knew we had to bring them out to our audiences to experience.” Known for his singular Brooklyn band One Ring Zero and his latest “Songs For Ice Cream Trucks” project (featured on NBC last summer), Hearst is also the brains behind the critically acclaimed album “As Smart as They Are,” with lyrics written for the band by such literati as Margaret Atwood, Jonathan Ames [HBO’s Bored to Death], Paul Auster, Dave Eggers and Rick Moody. About Hearst’s band, The Washington Post claimed, “Your coolness quotient shoots up a few points if you’re in the know about One Ring Zero.” Hearst’s ensemble has a unique ‘klezmer-esque” otherworldly sound created from a bevy of unusual instruments with unorthodox techniques . “There’s no doubt in my mind that this ensemble of musically gifted, intelligent and astronomically creative music makers are in the zone of a movement in music that others might only have dreamed about,” says Rust, “ and they do it all with a twinkle in their eye.” “Guitar-bot,”“Zylo-bot” and the “Sonic Banana” are just some of the creations of the inventive mind of L.E.M.U.R. director Eric Singer. Singer is a Brooklyn- based musician, artist, engineer and programmer . With a BS in computer engineering from Carnegie Mellon, a diploma in music synthesis from Berklee College of Music and an MS in computer science from NYU, Singer approaches music with his robotic orchestra like no one else. Singer also designed and built the PhotoTher- emin, a MIDI controller with eight photosensors, which sense hand distance by detecting how much light is blocked by the player’s hands. A member of the “house band” for McSweeney’s Publishing House, Hearst has toured with The Magnetic Fields, and performed with The Kronos Quartet at Carnegie Hall. He has appeared on such shows as NPR’s Fresh Air and This American Life,” A& E’s Breakfast With The Arts, and NBC’s The Today Show. Singer’s LEMUR-bots have just finished a major tour with jazz artist Pat Metheney. The confluence of creativity presented the “Songs for Unusual Creatures” program, celebrating some of the lesser-known creatures that roam the planet, from the Australian Bilby, to the deep-sea Magnopinna Squid, to the Chinese Giant Salamander. The concert coincided with the day-long Earth Day celebrations on the campus of Centenary College, which included a morning nature walk, educational displays and a lecture series, children’s activities, a science fair, and a variety of food vendors.
Left, Michael Hearst, Brooklyn auteur; right, Eric Singer, L.E.M.U.R director. Photo: courtesy of Centenary Stage Company 10 Mortal Kombat continues Season of the Witch: film review to challenge and inspire she is found guilty, he will ex- alter server named Kay played By Tom Polanski Thomas Polanski ecute her himself. The Cardinal by Robert Sheehan. agrees to the condition. Arielle Vin Harrison a Centenary English major, said, The Cardinal also as- The background music “The game left an impact on me; it got me interested in martial signs two men as witnesses or score is very balanced. arts and then influenced me to take stage combat in college.” Season of the Witch is and as protection against any Throughout the film view- Ed Boon and John Tobias and two others, in a single an action fantasy film directed evil the templars may encoun- ers will feel their adrenaline studio developed Mortal Kombat in 1992. Three games were re- by Dominic Senn set in Europe ter. Knight Eckhart, played pumped when they hear epic leased for the Nintendo 64 and Ps1, along with eight games that during the 14th century, 100 by Ulrich Thomsen has been battle music or feel goose ranged from Sega Genesis, Super Nintendo, to The Xbox 360 years after the execution of assigned by D’ Ambroise to bumps in the more suspenseful and, soon, April Ps3. The franchise had a television series and three innocent women accused protect the templars. Alongside soundtrack. two movies. It also sold music soundtracks, card games, comic of witchcraft. Eckhart is the priest named The best part about books and toys. The script is well writ- Debelzaq played by Stephan the movie is when the audi- At the moment, a web series is under development direct- ten and the acting is believable. Campbell Moore. The Cardinal ence hears how low the score ed by Kevin Tancharoen that will consist of 10 episodes. Warner Nicolas Cage and Ron Perlman on his deathbed also grants is, wondering what will happen Brothers holds the rights to Mortal Kombat. Nether Realm Stu- portray two different templars; release to a false relic merchant next, only to jump from their dios formerly known as Midway Games has finally announced one who questions his faith and named Hagamar who is to lead seats from a sudden scare. Mortal Kombat 9, for the PS3 and Xbox 360. finds his path to God, while the party to the abbey; he is Combining the medieval fan- Nether Realms had poor reviews after Mortal Kombat vs. the other disregards faith and played by Stephan Graham. tasy genre with the score also DC comics; it left the blood and gore behind and had a T rating order, making his actions speak Along the way, a final allows this film to be a horror for teenagers. After this, fans believed it would have gone down- louder than words. Senn allows member joins the campaign, an flick in some senses. hill, but when trailers were leaked and Ed Boon opened a Twitter the stars and extras to paint a account, some people were amazed. The game has always left a portrait of Europe during the mark on the 90’s generation. time of the Bubonic Plague, Students visit Ottawa Another fan of Mortal Kombat is surprised at the a time of uncertainty and By Hayana Kim graphics and how the game play has gone back to its original 2D little hope. He adds historical Ottawa, seat of the Canadian federal government, has a style fighting. “ The fighters in the trailers look amazing; I can’t truths between the hysteria of graceful blend of English and French culture. wait to play as the cybernetic assassins Cyrax and Sektor play witchcraft, the iron grip of the On the border of English-speaking Province of Ontario out,” Independent studies major Brendan Tenaglia said. church and the suffering of and French-speaking Province of Quebec, people in Ottawa are Old characters will come back in high definition graph- human kind. Senn also uses 3D officially bilingual and professionally courteous. ics and many of the concepts return such as the reward system animation and special effects to Forty students from Centenary headed to this beautiful “The Krypt,” the challenge tower and a new tag team system. bring old wives’ tales and black city on the first weekend of April. The game was scheduled to be released on April 19. magic to life in Season of the Initiated in 1998 by Dr. Shane Fitzpatrick of the Political Witch. Science department, this educational trip aims to let students inter- A century forward, ested in international government learn about Canadian govern- two templars desert The Cru- ment system and culture. sades after murdering innocent “Since Ottawa is only an eight-hour drive from Hack- women and children because of ettstown, it allows us to learn about comparative government and an order from a higher author- culture in an affordable and manageable two-day stay,” said Dr. Check out the Warped ity. As the templars head home, Fitzpatrick. they experience for the first “The trip was sponsored by the Office of Student En- Tour schedule and contest time, the effects of the Black gagement, the International Studies Program and the Political and Plague on a farmstead then Governmental Affairs Major/Program. My thanks to Dean Jones By Joseph Vellecamp within a castle, realizing that it and Dr. Linskey for their support for this valuable international has spread across Europe. educational opportunity,” said Dr. Fitzpatrick. petitions across the country for Cage and Perlman, the Students visited Canadian Parliament and Supreme Summer of 2011 is ap- bands to compete on the Ernie templars, Behmen and Felson. Court. “It was interesting to compare the presidential government proaching and for most college Ball Stage at the festival. are imprisoned after they are of the US and the parliamentary government of Canada. Also, lo- age people, this means concerts Entry to the contest discovered having deserted the cated on the hill by the Ottawa River which runs between Ontario and festivals. is free and welcomes all styles Crusades, a punishment worth and Quebec, the architecture reminded me of Big Ben in London,” As usual, the Vans of rock. Bands can sign up at execution. said Ho-joon Jhang, one of the participating students. Warped Tour will be making battleofthebands.com. Round A plague-stricken Car- In the Supreme Court, a guide presented a brief lecture two stops in New Jersey. The three for the Monmouth Park dinal D’ Ambroise played by on the basics of Canadian judicial system to students, and they Warped Tour will be stop- battle is set for May 15 at the Christopler Lee bargains with actively engaged in the short presentation by asking a number of ping in Camden, on July 21, Starland Ballroom in Sayre- them. In exchange for their questions. at the Susquehanna Bank ville, NJ. freedom, they are to escort an “This was one of the best groups that I have taken to Ot- Center, as well as Oceanport, Headliners of this accused witch named Anna tawa. We had a great blend of students from China, Japan, Korea NJ, at the Monmouth Park year’s Warped Tour include played by Claire Foy to an and the United States. I have never had so many students thank Raceway. Ticket prices range Paramore, Less Than Jake, abbey where they can lift the me for putting the trip together. I was very touched by that and am from $31.50 to $34, plus fees, Against Me, Gym Class He- curse and execute this woman even more committed to going next year,” said Dr. Fitzpatrick. depending on the venue. roes, Reliant K, Simple Plan, for causing the plague. How- Together with governmental and historical learning, this educa- Warped Tour can and many more. The full list ever Behmen finds a loophole tional trip also aimed at giving a lot of free time hours. also be a great opportunity of bands, as well as other tour within the deal: Felson and he “Our students are all in their third and fourth year of college to support your local bands. dates and ticket purchases, can would go under the condition study. Fully into their majors, they have general and specific Each year, Ernie Ball, a regular be found at www.vanswarped- that Anna has a fair trial; if in- interests and they should have enough time to make their own sponsor of the Warped Tour, tour.com. nocent, she is to be freed, but if choices,” said Dr. Fitzpatrick. holds Battle-of-the-Bands com- 11
Soul Surfer: film review Finding balance in the face of a tidal wave By Anthony Lusardi In Soul Surfer, life is do the ordinary things all over Quade, and American Idol win- a tidal wave, and for Bethany again, Bethany finds herself ner Carrie Underwood as the Hamilton, played by AnnaSo- still looking at the ocean. When supporting cast, we witness the phia Robb (Because of Winn- you’re a soul surfer, it’s very inspiring story of a young girl Dixie, Bridge to Terabithia), hard to repress that burning who believed she could still it’s all about trying to balance passion. As her parents would surf after a traumatizing event. on your surfboard, even if you say, “She has saltwater in her Justin Bieber says have only one arm with which veins.” “Never say never,” and so does to support yourself. Director Sean McNa- Bethany Hamilton. The hard- Connect with Career Services! Nobody can explain mara, known for his works in ships of life do come at us like why terrible things happen to the children and preteen market a tidal wave. We just have to There have been some major changes us, even if we’ve done noth- (The Suite Life, Zeke and learn how to perfectly balance recently to the Career Services department at ing wrong. In this movie, surf Luther, Casper Meets Wendy), on our boards and get back up Centenary College, and we want to keep you champion Bethany loses her gives us a film that inspires us even if the waves continue to left arm in shark attack when never to give up in the face of wipe us out. Soul Surfer is the informed! Connect with us today to stay up she is at the peak of her rising injury. movie to see for inspiration and to date on the many opportunities, news, and career. With Academy-Award motivation for all ages. As she struggles to events focused on career and professional winner Helen Hunt, Dennis development. Like us on Facebook: http://www. facebook.com/CentenaryCareer Enjoy the summer; Insidious: Into the Connect on Linkedin: see you in the fall! Your Quill staff further...(?)film review http://linkd.in/CentenaryCollege Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twit- By Anthony Lusardi ter.com/CentenaryCareer James Wan and Leigh there is Mary Shaw and her Whannell, creators of Saw, dolls, and for Insidious, there is bring us into a world known as the “The Man with Fire on his The Further in their new film, Face,” known in the credits as Insidious. To sum it all up, The Lipstick-Face Demon. And think of it as a Jack-in-the-Box; he has a more insidious reason you’re waiting for the clown to haunt the family’s son. In his to pop out, but you don’t know big, but very brief appearances, when it will, and until then, he will make you fall back into you stay stiff with fear. your seatbacks. Members of a new On a stranger note, generation of horror, known as the film does not follow some the Splat Pack, Wan and Whan- Splat Pack tradition. Whereas nell come together once again most films are graphically to bring their third film project. gory, Insidious is a horror that In Insidious, lovely couple Josh relies heavily on the tactic of and Renai Lambert, played by shock. You know for sure that Patrick Wilson (Watchmen) this film is scary, seeing that and Rose Byrne (Troy, Know- Oren Peli joins in producing ing) suffer a tragedy when their this Paranormal-Activity-Blair- son Dalton goes to bed, but Witch-Project-influenced film doesn’t wake up. As he lies in to the world of the living. a coma, supernatural things oc- With only a handful of cur around the house. But this blood, and scenes shot with a isn’t like the Amityville Horror, hand-held camera to make it where the house is the root of look real, Insidious is some- the evil; it’s the boy himself. thing to see and be terrified by For each of their films, in theaters and at home. You the S.P. duo use unique char- won’t walk around your house Row 1: Eri Yoshida, Lingqiang Wang; Row 2: Mingyu Kim, Aeri Han, Jihye Yeom. at recent acters to bring new thrills. In the same way again, with or Culture Exchange Night held at the Emmanuel Church in mid-April. In native costumes, students Saw, there is Jigsaw and Billy without the lights on. representing China, Malaysia, Korea, and Japan spoke about their cultures, costumes, and histories. the puppet, in Dead Silence, Photo: Qing Lin 12 Pioneer dance artist Carolyn Dorfman featured at Centenary Summer Dance Intensive
1400x2421. For more informa- Centenary Stage Artists Alliance. Additional may choose to attend the entire schools and dance companies tion regarding CSC program- Company in conjunction with instructors for the weekend in- three-day workshop $135, sin- throughout New Jersey and the ming contact (908)979-0900 or Centenary College presents the clude Centenary College dance gle-day workshop $70, or half United States, including Limon visit www.centenarystageco. talents of Carolyn Dorfman instructors Trayer Run-Kow- day workshop $55. Additional Institute. org. as the featured guest artist at zan, Kristin Egan, Christine family members, Centenary The Summer Dance Programming for the the Centenary Summer Dance Mase, and Lea Antolini-Lid. College students, and Young Intensive is part of the educa- CSC is made possible by gen- Intensive. The Centenary Sum- Performer Workshop students tional arm of the Centenary erous support from the Geral- Known for taking her mer Dance Intensive runs July receive discounted tuition. Stage Company, a professional dine R. Dodge Foundation, the audiences on “intellectual and 8 through 10, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Dorfman is a certi- Equity theatre in residence at NJ State Council on the Arts, emotional journeys,” Carolyn with classes in ballet, yoga for fied teacher of grade K-12 and Centenary College under the CSC sponsors and members. Dorfman once again shares her dancers, modern, jazz, musical holds a BFA in dance from leadership of producing direc- energetic and provocative style theatre dance, Chinese, impro- the University of Michigan tor Carl Wallnau. For more with the students of Centenary visation and strength training. and an MFA from New York information about SDI contact Stage Company’s third annual Interested participants University. She has taught for Lea Antolini-Lid at (908)852- Summer Dance Intensive for dancers 13 and older. She has created over 60 works for the Carolyn Dorf- man Company 11-member en- semble, and her work has been hailed by critics as “ingenious” (Star Ledger) and “emotionally resilient” (New York Times). “I am delighted to be returning to Centenary Col- lege to teach a master class this summer. Sharing my art and process in educational and community settings is an integral part of my professional life. I began my teaching career at Centenary College in 1980, and it was an extraordi- nary time and place for me to grow. I return with gratitude, great memories and the prom- ise of greater collaborations to come, including a CDDC performance at Centenary in March 2012 and more, ” she said. In addition to Dorf- man, Trista Redavid and Sarah Geroulo-Rutledge of R-2 Dance Company will do a master class in Nikolais/Louis Technique and Contact Impro- visation. R-2 has presented works at the SWEAT modern dance series, and at the Hatch We’re proud of you, in NYC. Justin Boccitto will give a master class in Broad- Class of 2011! way Dance. He has served as a guest artist with the Broadway Dance Center, The Julliard Congratulations! School, Circle in the Square Theatre School, and Broadway 13 Musik Fest Rocks Campus Theatre students show comedic talents in Ubu Roi “Ubu Roi is full of laughs, humorous dialogue, and a great deal of loony combat fighting!” says assistant director and Centenary College student, Jordan Wells. Written by Alfred Jarry, Ubu Roi premiered in 1896 and is considered one of the precursors to the Theatre of the Absurd and the greater surrealist art movement of the early twentieth century. Jarry’s play satires power, greed, and the evil practices of the com- In early April, Centenary College’s Student Activities held its first annual Musik Fest. Musical acts from the tri- placent bourgeois class with his state area performed, including; Molly Moore, Kingston 530, Quimby Mountain Band, John Blake and the Secret ridiculous characters Ubu Ro, Weapons and Run Yell Tell. The all-day event entertained students and neighbors not only with live music, but also Ma Ubu, King Wenceslas, and supplied free hot dogs, slushies, popcorn, cotton candy and soda. SGA, Sorority Theta Epsilon Nu, the Centenary Captain Sexcrement. chapter of the NAACP and Basic all showed their support providing fun activities for attendees. Coordinated by Under the direction Jessica Hoover, director of Student Activities; Lenny Lima, resident director of Reeves Hall; and Clayton Dobosh, of Stephen Davis, assistant coordinator of Community Service, the event was a tremendous success and a great way to spend a beautiful Satur- professor of theatre arts at day. Photo and caption: courtesy of Clayton Dobosh Centenary College, Ubu Roi will be performed in the Edith New coworker, a field coordina- with tremendous energy and out to the community? It Bolte Kutz Black Box The- tor. During the interview, passion behind the scenes,” is right in the word, “com- ater. The cast includes Kyle he showed up and filled his said Dobosh. munity,” where people get to Parham (Woodbury), Erik community friend’s cup with a morning “We don’t find out have the same goals. By being Gaden (Morristown), Amanda coffee, blueberry flavor, to- who we are unless we are chal- involved, we are helping each Roy (Mahwah), Morgan Mack service co- gether with tapes in which Carl lenged,” said Dobosh. other. And there’s a lot to learn (Old Bridge), Brianna Klinga- Sagan reads Pale Blue Dot. As a coordinator of community from each other,” said Dobosh. man (Phillipsburg), Christen The offices sounded service, he is in charge of keep- Building on that, he said he Demnitz (Hackettstown), ordinator busy and energetic. ing track of students’ hours of wanted to share Gandhi’s Emilio Tirri (Blairstown), Me- By Hayana Kim Dobosh, checking his e-mail community service and getting words with the student body. gan McGill (Pompton Lakes), Clayton Dobosh, a and doing the interview at the them more interested in com- “Learn as if you will live Rachel Grant, Abigail Farmer 2010 Centenary graduate of same time, said back, “I’m munity activities. forever. Live as if you will die (Pottersville), Colton Parsons, 2010 with a BA in Communi- keeping track of it!” “Why is ir important to reach tomorrow.” Alex Kayes (Sparta), Saman- cation, returned to the college Although he majored tha Aflalo (Lyndhurst), Jihyun as the new coordinator of com- in Communication, he reached Parks (Korea), Ashley Valdez, munity service. out to theater, philosophy and John Brennan(Basking Ridge), While here as a stu- history courses in which he Alex Poage, Sean Concannon dent, he was a musical actor, a came to meet many professors (Flemington), Alex Huber, tutor, even an RA. like Dr. Christopher Adamo, George Rateau, Rebecca Rind, “In fall of 2009, I played Judas Dr. James Patterson, and Dr. and Christopher Hopper . in a musical titled “Gospel,” Dean Bethea. His love for the Ubu Roi will begin said Dobosh, “and when I was college was the primary reason April 28, at 7:30 p.m., and run a commuter for two years. tje to bring him back to campus. on April 29 at 8 p.m., April 30 HUB was my home where I He said to his view of Cente- at 2:30 p.m., and two shows on hung out. That’s how I was led nary, as a college student and Sunday May 1 at 2:30 p.m. and to be a tutor and came to spend as a hired employee, was very 7 pm.. Ubu Roi is for mature more time on campus than be- different but, at the same time, audie.nces. Tickets are $10 for fore, so a good friend of mine, very much the same. Adults and $8 for children/stu- Josh Walker, recommended “I feel the same dents and may be purchased at being an RA, like himself, and energy here. I knew it even the Centenary Stage Company I did it,” said Dobosh. before, but it’s eye-opening to Box Office, online at centena- Clayton Dobosh, new coordinator of Community Service. In fact, Walker is now his see many people working hard rystageco.org, or by phone at to make Centenary a family Photo: Gil Shavit 908-979-0900 X3..
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197-pound title in the Metro- Senior Dave Alsieux at the Metropolitan Confer- Historic wrestling season politan Conference Tourna- made the quarterfinals of ence Championship. Senior ment. NCAA Division III Tourna- Jon Stillo also finished second, Matt Mercuro Mike Kessler received Metro- Freshman Chris ment at 141 pounds after in the 149 weight class at Centenary’s wrestling politan Conference Assistant Burdge was named co-Metro- being named one of the wild the Metropolitan Conference team finished in 13th place out Coach of the Year honors. politan Conference Rookie of cards.. Alsieux finished Championship. of 59 teams competing in the Senior Will Livings- the Year and d3wrestle.com second in his weight class NCAA Division III Champi- ton became the school’s first- Freshman of the Year for his onship Tournament in March ever two-time All-American impressive season. Burdge Officers inducted in new in the La Crosse Center in this season, and competed in went 18-10 this season, and Wisconsin. The No. 8 Cyclones the NCAA Division III Tourna- was one of three wrestlers from NAACP chapter on campus went 12-2 overall during the ment for the second time at Centenary to make the All- season and accomplished more Centenary. Livingston finished American team, the first fresh- The Centenary Col- ethnicity and race.” than any other wrestling team the year 24-3 and placed sixth man wrestler from Centenary lege NAACP (National As- Included in the in the history of the college. in the 133-pound weight class to ever do so. At 157-pounds, sociation for the Advancement induction were execu- Head coach John after taking third in last year’s Burdge made the champion- of Colored People) new student tive committee members: Garriques finished an impres- tournament. He clinched a ship round of the Metropolitan chapter recently held an instal- Carlaiah Jackson, President; sive fifth season guiding five spot in the tournament after Conference Tournament in his lation ceremony for its elected Sherelle Phoenix, Vice Presi- Cyclones to the NCAA Divi- winning the 133-pound title at weight class, and was named a officers and executive com- dent; Tyiese Jones, 2nd Vice sion III Tournament, which the Metropolitan Conference wild card for the NCAA Divi- mittee members at the David President, Keitha DeJong, is a school record. Garriques Tournament for the second sion III Tournament. Burdge and Carol Lackland Center at Treasurer; Marquis Chan- also led the Cyclones to their consecutive year. finished in eighth place overall, Centenary College. Fifty-six dler, Secretary; and Bernice first Metropolitan Conference Junior Tim Lutke after being knocked off by Dan students were inducted to the Blakney, Assistant Secretary. Tournament win in school became an All-American for Twito of Merchant Marine Chapter. The guest speaker history, besting the defend- the first time at Centenary after Academy, the eventual cham- “Centenary College was Dr. Howard Burrell, a ing champion TCNJ with 104 finishing in seventh place in the pion. has many groups to meet the Centenary College Trustee team points at King’s College 197-pound weight class at the Sophomore JD Zitone diverse needs of its students,” and NAACP Warren/Sussex in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. NCAA Division III Tourna- won the 285 pound title at says Rev. David Jones, vice- Branch Executive Member. Garriques was named Metro- ment. Lutke, who was 15-1 the Metropolitan Conference president of Student Engage- He discussed the importance politan Conference Coach of for the year, qualified for the Championship, and went 21-9 ment at Centenary College. “A of understanding civil rights the Year, and assistant coach tournament after winning the for the year. Zitone made the personal joy in seeing this par- and the role that young NCAA Division III Tourna- ticular group receive national people play to ensure that ment in his weight class, before recognition is in knowing how progress continues and that Disney internship losing in the quarterfinals to appreciative the NAACP is of individuals embrace diver- By Qing Lin Brock Glotfelty of McDaniel the worth of persons of every sity. College. The Disney College man Resources (Business), Program provides college stu- Organizational Behavior dents or recent graduates with (Business), and Interpersonal the chance to work in their field Relations (Communication). of study at Disney theme parks, Other classes, Marketing take college-level courses for You, Advanced Studies in credit, network with Disney Hospitality, Creativity & In- leaders, audition for entertain- novation: Gaining the Edge, ment roles, and enhance their Experiential Learning, and marketability in today’s job the College Program Practi- market. cum, will transfer as elec- Students can experi- tives. ence a social, multicultural 5. You will retain environment with 24-hour your full-time Centenary stu- secured housing and admission dent status, except you will to all four Walt Disney World change from a resident to a Theme Parks. This paid pro- commuter, and the program gram is open to all majors and will not affect your financial college levels. Requirements aid. for the internship include: 6. You will be paid 1. You must have the minimum wage during completed 40 credits. the Disney internship. 2. You must have a The first step of applying for minimum GPA of 2.5. the Disney College Program 3. Housing is taken is going to www.disneycol- out of your paycheck. legeprogram.com
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left in overtime. Sports(See Wrestling, p. 15.) Though he got off to a Men’s lacross: rough start, McVay rebounded strong with 12 saves. “For us on the defen- Softball team heads new winning sive end of the field, we knew that we were very well coached and that we can stop offenses for home and an attitude and style from scoring,” said McVay. “In goal, I try to help make sure all By Matt Mercuro of our players are in the right exciting season end When you think of himself, and sophomore Conor spot and all times; they have Centenary College, men’s Nolan, Centenary’s Male done a lot of great playing as lacrosse may not be the first Rookie of the Year in 2010, a unit, making the shots I see thing that comes to mind. The had a goal and two assists. Two very easy to save.” team has often been over- freshmen came through: Tom The third game of the looked, and despite remaining Montalvo had two goals and season was supposed to take confident in their abilities, they two assists, and Steve Orsini place on March 12 against have never had a stellar record. contributed two goals as well Scranton, but was postponed. This year’s team, in the game. The Cyclones next faced the however, is determined to Nuzzolese, who won Hood College Blazers on change the team’s perception. CSAC Honorable Mention for March 16 in Maryland. The “Our team has very his performance in the game, team fell short of coming high expectations coming into was also named Co-Cyclone of back a second time in as many this year, “We wanted to put the Week. He currently leads games, losing by a final score Centenary College on the map the team in goals with 11, has of 6-5. and show everyone this is not three assists, for a team-high 14 As disappointing as the same old Centenary Col- points. Despite his success, he the loss was, the team didn’t lege team.” emphasizes the fact that for the let it affect their focus in their Since starting the sea- team to succeed this year, he is game on March 19 against the son on March 2 against Mount only one piece of the puzzle. Richard Stockton Ospreys. Saint Mary, the Cyclones stood “It’s not a one man sport; it’s Seven different 5-3 as of press time. The team a 10-man sport, and everyone Cyclones scored in the game, largely attributes the early on the field has a job to do,” leading the way to another success to the coaching staff said Nuzzolese. “Our defense dominating performance by the led by head coach Matt Klank, The team awaits junior Caitlin Veverka at home plate after she is doing an incredible job on its Cyclones, winning by a final in his seventh season as head hit her team-leading eighth home run of the season in their win side, and (goalie) Kyle McVay score of 11-5. Swantkoski led coach of the Cyclones. against conference opponent Gwynedd-Mercy College. is coming up big with the saves the Cyclones with three goals, The Cyclones finished he’s making. The attack and while Nuzzolese and sopho- Photo and story by Bridget while freshman Meagan Mad- with a ho-hum 6-8 record last middies are adjusting to a new more Anthony Ciaston added McCann sen was named Pitcher of the season, but still feel they were offense and are starting to pick two goals each. Montalvo had With just a short Week. better than their record showed. up the flow of it, as well.” a goal and three assists, and time until the Colonial States Veverka currently leads the It was evident to some of the In the second game of McVay had a season-high 20 Athletic Conference (CSAC) team with eight home runs, players on the team early on the season, and the Cyclones’ saves in goal. Nolan, freshman Tournament, the Centenary ranking 33 in all of Division that this year that this year was home opener, the team faced Ray Schmitz, senior Colin Al- Softball team stares down their III. There is only one other going to be different. the Lebanon Valley Dutch- dino each had a goal, as well. five remaining regular-season CSAC player ranked in the “We have a very spe- men. The team was down 4-0 The team has gone 2-2 in its opponents, all of which are top 50. Veverka also leads the cial group of kids and coaches at one point before mounting a last four games since then, conference opponents, and only team in slugging percentage this year. We all have the same dramatic comeback in the third including wins against the game at home. with .872. Last year’s All- mindset on winning, and there quarter. With 43 seconds left in Alvernia Crusaders on March At presstime, the team was American, sophomore Cara is absolutely no other option the quarter, Swantkoski scored 28 by a score of 14-4 and a 17-7 overall, 10-2 in confer- Montferrat leads the team in than stepping off the field with the first goal for the Cyclones, tight game against the Shenan- ence play, a record good batting average with a percent- a win,” said Swantkoski. “I cutting the lead to 4-1. Nolan doah Hornets on April 9 by a enough for first place in the age of .478 as well as RBIs did not know what to expect then followed at the 7:45 mark score of 6-5. The Cyclones are CSAC. with 25 and put-outs with 160. after our fall season, but once in the fourth with his first goal currently gearing up for a four- Many players have The team has had a bit of we started back up after winter of the game and was followed game home stand beginning received CSAC awards, the bad luck with various rain/ break I knew we had a chance by Swantkoski with less than on April 16 against the Cabrini most recent given April 11; snow storms and have had to have one of the best season five minutes to go in the game, Cavaliers. The team expects Sarah Olsen and Kristen Dur- some games canceled or the team has ever had.” making the score 4-3. Swant- to continue its winning ways borow who received Player and postponed, but nothing will In the first game koski scored his third goal of through April to increase its Pitcher of the week, respective- stop them from reaching their of the season, the Cyclones the game with just 25 seconds chances, once the CSAC Tour- ly. The two were also named ultimate goal to win the CSAC dominated the Mount Saint left in the game to send the nament rolls around. Co-Cyclones of the Week and become the second team Mary College Knights 14-3 in game to overtime, when it “The men’s lacrosse for their efforts. That marked in one school year to become Newburgh, New York. Sopho- seemed inevitable the Cyclones team has gotten off to a good the second straight week that conference champions, as the more Robert Nuzzolese led the were going to finish off the start, but we had to, because it Centenary had swept the Women’s soccer team did so in Cyclones in scoring with a ca- comeback. Nolan scored the was going to set the tone and conference weekly honors. On November. reer-high six goals. Swantkoski game winner, his second goal winning mindset for the rest of April 4, junior Caitlin Veverka The CSAC conference scored three goals in the game of the game, with 3 minutes the year,” said Swantkoski. was named Player of the Week, tournament is slated to begin