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Evacuation Surprises Loughran Residents Inside By Caroline Casey Freshmen were excused from Heather Brown, a then went down to the commuter Staff Writer classes the next day. Throughout Loughran RA, also went down lounge. Also during the night, This Issue the next day, students were to Regina to sleep. Both Sydney Burt and some of his friends just The Loughran Hall allowed to go back in only for 20 and Heather made a bed out of the walked around the campus. Then, evacuation was a big surprise to minutes maximum time, to gather couches and said that it was quite when he went back to Loughran almost all Loughran residents. their belongings or get their comfortable! Heather, being the some of the RA’s said that they Chocolate for a Cause The fire alarm went off at about books. Then, by 7 P.M. students helpful RA that she is, was giving should go to the Nazareth Student 2 A.M. on February 10th. On were allowed to move back in for students information about what Center. When they could go back February 11th at around 7 P.M., good. was going on and where to go as in the morning, they picked up Scranton’s Council of Literacy Ad- students were allowed back in some clothes and then headed off vance holds a chocolate festival at the the dorms. Some people had to another friend’s dorm room to Cultural Center. left even earlier because of the get some sleep. smell that overtook the hallways. Overall, people have Lifestyles, 2 The fire alarm went off a couple had vast, different thoughts days before the evacuation took and opinions on how the whole place because of a gas leak. situation was handled. Burt Young Team, Deep Although, this time, the cause of thought that it seemed like the proper steps were taken for the Talent the evacuation was raw sewage. Residents fled to Madonna, evacuation part. When it all came Regina, Immaculata, and some down to it, he said that he had a Despite losing a large portion of last even went home or slept in their roof over his head, which was year’s players, Marywood’s softball cars. Others slept in the other the most important part. Sydney Loughran residents were rudely awakened by a fire alarm in the believes that although it was a team prepares for the 2010 season. dorm’s lounges or in friend’s wee hours of the morning. Photo Credit: Ann Williams. rooms. very spur of the moment thing, Sydney Pauline, a much as she could. Both Sydney and there wasn’t much more they Sports, 5 I, fortunately, live about ten minutes away and I was able freshman, went down to the and Heather went to Madonna to could have done, it was very to have a bunch of girls sleep freshman parking lot during the shower the next morning. disorganized and chaotic. There over my house. In walked about evacuation. Very worried, yet Another Loughran should have been a better back From the Big Screen to ten girls at 3 A.M. and my parents laughing at the whole matter. resident, Burt Sempier, said that up plan of action for this type a Museum were pretty surprised. We made Sydney stayed in the parking lot he didn’t get a wink of sleep the of matter. Yet, at the same time, the best out of the situation and for a few hours. She then went to night of the evacuation! He ended she is glad to hear that they are New York’s Museum of Modern Art luckily there were extra beds a lounge in Regina and stayed the up leaving with some friends and working on making a plan in case honors filmmaker Tim Burton. and some couches to sleep on. night there. hanging in the game room and it ever happens again. <

Entertainment, 9 Marywood’s Library Performs Experiment Marywood Named to Exploring Hollywood’s By Anthony Castellano to-face or verbal communication. President’s Honor Roll Staff Writer Young people today are always Golden Age seen texting, going on Facebook, In to today’s society with or utilizing instant messaging. Instead of paying an arm and a leg at the unlimited use of the internet, It has become increasingly rare Receives National Recognition for the movie theater to see sexuality and one can grasp the entire world at for a youth to use an actual violence, try something a bit more its fingertips. The web is used as phone call as the first option for Community Service communication. sophisticated. an engine to perform countless “Congratulations to This brings me to an tasks quickly and efficiently. Of Press Release Marywood University and its experiment done by one of our course, some of the areas in which students for their dedication Entertainment, 9 Marywood librarians, Lizah the internet has made significant Marywood University to service and commitment Ismail. She commented on strides are communications and has been named to the 2009 to improving their local today’s society and its relation to research. President’s Higher Education communities,” said Patrick The Forgotten Conflicts the area of communications. The world wide web Community Service Honor Corvington, CEO of the “ Everyone is moving to has certainly become the first Roll with Distinction, the Corporation for National and the online part of the environment. While Iraq and Afghanistan make option for any student seeking highest federal recognition Community Service. “Our The internet already has email headlines, conflicts in Darfur, Colum- proper research and assistance a college or university can nation’s students are a critical and online chat for librarians. bia, and Tibet go unnoticed. with assignments, essays, etc. To receive for its commitment to part of the equation and vital to Everyone said that’s what they cater these students’ (especially volunteering, service-learning our efforts to tackle the most prefer but is this what our students university students) needs, you and civic engagement. Out of 780 persistent challenges we face. Peace & Justice, 13 at Marywood prefer?” can find computers available applicants, Marywood was one of They have achieved impactful Ms. Ismail conducted for students use all over college the 115 schools with distinction. results and demonstrated the an experiment to try to gauge and campuses. They can be found in This is the second consecutive value of putting knowledge into better understand the students Entertaining or dorms and in the libraries as well. year for Marywood University to practice to help renew America wishes and how they would Offensive? This leads me to my next be included on the Honor Roll. through service.” want to communicate with the topic, which concerns whether The Corporation for National The Honor Roll includes librarians. “We wanted to see if students would prefer conversing and Community Service, which six colleges and universities that One Wood Word writer examines the younger generation preferred with librarians via email, text/ administers the annual Honor are recognized as Presidential the controversial MTV show “Jersey the online method as opposed to chat, or even facebook (rather Roll award, recognized colleges Awardees, with an additional Shore.” other methods. So what we did than in person). In today’s world and universities for their impact 115 named to the Distinction was mainly a ranking of methods” of mass communication, there on issues from poverty and List and 621 schools named as Ismail said. Peace & Justice, 14 are innumerable ways to contact homelessness to environmental Honor Roll members. Honorees The results for Ismail’s another person or group of people justice. On campuses across the are chosen based on a series of experiment was not quite what in a very quick amount of time. country, thousands of students selection factors, including the she expected. “You could see Adjusting to Marywood Facebook is the phenomenon for joined their faculty to develop scope and innovation of service that the Facebook chat and the young people today. It used as a innovative programs and projects projects, percentage of student email were not very high up in social networking device and has to meet local needs using the participation in service activities, A new student shares the trials and the rankings. But we need to do millions upon millions of viewers. skills gained in their classrooms. incentives for service, and the tribulations of her first semester at more experiments on it in the All these aforementioned Business students served as extent to which the school Marywood. future....The plan is to do more alternative venues of consultants to budget-strapped offers academic service-learning surveys and perhaps focus groups communication continue a trend nonprofits and businesses, law courses. to get a better understanding of Outlook, 16 that has been evident in recent students volunteered at legal Marywood undergraduates.” < years: the decline of actual face- clinics, and dozens of others Continued on Page 17 organized anti-hunger campaigns. 2 March 2010 The Wood Word LIFESTYLES

The Wood Word [email protected] A Chocoholic Attends a Frolic the clock struck 6 p.m., every- Dear Miss one made a bee line for the ven- dor they most wanted to sample. Career Amanda Toth Upon first sight, I was bombarded By Career Services Editor-in-Chief ‘10 with chocolate fondue fountains, cakes, truffles, cookies, brownies, fudge, pretty much anything that Dear Miss Career: can be made entirely of chocolate. I’m going to graduate in Alison Trautmann I didn’t know where to start first. May and I’m getting nervous Assistant Editor-in-Chief ‘12 As we made our way around about searching for a job. I the room, carrying teacup saucer- would really like to stay in sized plates (probably to avoid Northeast PA. Can you give me the inevitable gluttony of larger some advice? Mandy Boyle plates) there were some familiar Sincerely, Advertising Sales Manager/ faces and vendors in the room. Nervous in NEPA Entertainment Editor ‘10 Gertrude Hawk Chocolates, Man- ning’s Ice Cream, and Patsel’s are Dear Nervous, just a few local favorites, but I was First of all - remember that preparation is the best thing to Photo Credit: http://www.facebook.com/pages/5th-Annual- most surprised to see Jen Yemola, Courtney Baro Chocoholic-Frolic/333666710914 a Hazleton native and contestant shake off the nerves. The more Layout/Design ‘10 from season three of Fox’s “Hell’s prepared you are during the By Lauren Smith where I could find tickets and Kitchen”. Yemola’s table was of- next couple of months, the less Publicity Director/ prices. For $30, one could sam- fering samples of cake from her nervos you will be. Here are my Lifestyles Editor ple all the chocolate they wanted bakery business, Jentastic Sweets, tips on how to be prepared: from 6 to 8 p.m. and patrons who and displaying two gorgeous Create your resume! This Alicia Capazzi had received invitations could can help jog your memory about Layout/Design ‘10 When I first heard of the op- wedding cakes she had brought portunity to indulge in chocolate purchase a ticket for fifty dol- for the event. “It’s my first year all of the wonderful things you concoctions for two hours, un- lars and get first dibs on the sug- at the Chocoholic Frolic,” Yemola have done over the last few inhibited, and that it would also ary confections one hour before had said as she explained to us years. Make one – very detailed benefit charity, I didn’t care where everyone else got their hands on the flavors and fillings of the cake and long version. We’ll call Lauren Smith it was, I was there. them. Considering the amount of she brought. My sister gushed to this your “Master Resume”. Be Publicity Director/ The event, which has come to people in attendance, that would very descriptive on your Master Lifestyles Editor ‘10 her about how much her husband be known throughout the Scran- have been twenty more dollars loved Yemola’s work on “Hell’s Resume and then each time ton area as the “Chocoholic Frol- well spent. Kitchen” and Yemola seemed you send it out to a potential ic” has been held every year for I attended the event with my genuinely humbled by the praise. employer – pick and choose the last five years by the nonprofit sister, who had attended the first Next, we moved onto Choco- (aka “copy and paste”) the Angel Fuller literacy group SCOLA. Chocoholic Frolic held four years late Creations of Peckville, which details about each experience, Distribution Manager/ SCOLA, or the Scranton ago at the Radisson Lackawanna, was one of my favorite vendors, ONLY giving the details that the News Editor ‘10 Council of Literacy Advance, which she highly recommended. that was offering mousse filled employer will be interested in. which is now referred to as the Due to the unpredictable nature chocolate shot glasses and air- Build your network! SCOLA Volunteers for Literacy of the weather, we decided to buy brushed truffles that looked too Reach out to the people you has been around since 1979 edu- tickets at the door the day of the pretty to eat. have met over the years. Maybe Charles Fisher cating adult learners with educa- event, hoping with the popularity Above the ballroom, on the you did an internship or had Peace and Justice Editor ‘10 tional disabilities or those who of it, there would still be some left. balcony, was a cash bar and tables a great part-time job – call or are learning English as a second Fortunately for us, there were. set up for attendants to sit and e-mail those people and let language(ESL). According to SC- Outside in the main hall, sev- take a break from the chocolate them know you’ll be available OLA, not only do their services eral gift baskets were available overload. After about 35 minutes soon and to keep you in mind if Kevin Zwick help make people more employ- to be raffled off, and with every and two mini plates of chocolates, they ever hear of a fit for you. Outlook Editor ‘11 able, thus lowering the unem- ticket, attendees received a com- I was ready to go, I couldn’t stand Don’t be shy to ask for help on ployment rates in the area, but by plimentary drink and could enter another bite. If you plan to attend your path. Try this: “Can you having a higher number of liter- to win a door prize. a future Chocoholic Frolic, my give me 2 names of people that ate citizens leads to a “decrease As we mulled around the best advice is to take a lap around can give me some information in poverty, crime, and homeless- main entrance hall waiting to go the room and survey which ven- about ______in NEPA?” Shane Ostroski ness.” in, a few patrons made their way dors you like best before partak- Giving them a specific number Sports Editor ‘12 Chocolate plus literacy advo- around the ballroom, leisurely ing in any sweets. If you’d also makes it seems less daunting. cacy equals a win-win, right? So sampling treats from the vari- like to find out how to volunteer It’s never too late to create new I set about finding more informa- ous vendors in attendance. You with SCOLA, no experience is connections. Attend alumni tion about the Chocoholic Frolic. could feel the anticipation in the needed and free training is pro- events or something sponsored The event took place on Sunday, air as attendees swarmed around vided, visit www.scolaliteracy.org by the Chamber of Commerce, Kendra Rafferty the entrance to the ballroom, Copy Editor ‘12 February 21st, at the Scranton or call Mary Ann Tolerico at 346- or anything of the sort that will Cultural Center, and through a waiting for their chance to dive 6203, ext. 15. < align you with people in your Facebook fan page, I found out in to a chocolate paradise. When field of interest. Check out the websites! For Marywood students and alumni, Ann Williams go to www.CollegeCentral.com/ Faculty Advisor marywood or www.WorkNEPA. com for job listings. When Connect With Us Online! starting out, don’t immediately dismiss part-time opportunities. Particularly if you are limited to one geographic area – you may The Wood Word is the official FRIEND US ON FOLLOW US ON find yourself in 2 part-time jobs student newspaper of Mary- until the full-time job that meets wood University. It is pub- FACEBOOK TWITTER your needs opens up. lished three times each semes- www.facebook.com/thewoodword www.twitter.com/TheWoodWord Don’t just watch the want ter. Membership is open to all ads! I’m told the best time to students and faculty. Opinions get a job is 2 weeks before it’s expressed in The Wood Word do posted. That means that you not necessarily reflect those of need to reach out to organizations the editorial staff or Marywood before the post a “Help Wanted” University. Please send all cor- advertisement. Call or e-mail respondents to the editor at The someone from your network at Wood Word, 2300 Adams Av- that organization (refer back to enue, Scranton, PA 18509. Continued on Page 17 The Wood Word March 2010 3 LIFESTYLES

Getting Ahead in a Slow Job Market

Another great resource is tendance. If that isn’t available, component this year and invite job fairs. Even if you live hours see if they will accept materials all those interested in enhancing away and don’t plan to stay and from the event as proof that you their search skills to attend this work in Scranton or the surround- attended. As important as it is to no-cost event.” ing areas after college, you never not miss class, effectively com- If you plan to attend either of know what company you might municating with your instructors these job fairs, here are a few tips: encounter at a job fair that has and arranging to get the class • Dress as if you were going positions or locations in an area work ahead of time will keep you to an interview. This means where you would like to work. from getting behind while letting suits for men; pant suits, or Or, if you don’t happen to find you take advantage of a great op- a skirt and blazer for women. a company that interests you, portunity. • Bring several copies of maybe you’ll meet someone that The second job fair to come your resume to hand out to has connections at a company that to the area, also at Mohegan Sun employers that have been does interest you. The possibili- Arena in Wilkes-Barre takes place checked rigorously for gram- ties are limitless as long as you on Tuesday, April 13th from 10 matical and spelling errors or know how to market yourself and a.m. to 6 p.m. It is also free and any typos. you at least try. open to the public and boasts 150 • Know the companies that Luckily for those graduat- or more hires from the previous will be there and which ones Photo Credit: http://www.sxc.hu/photo/81125 ing seniors who are fretting about year’s fair. I spoke with one of you most want to talk to. employment, two such job fairs the coordinators, Karla Porter, via Think about how your skills are coming to the area. The first, email and some of the employers apply to the positions they “As graduation quickly approaches, those who do not Northeast Pennsylvania Em- that have committed to the event are looking to fill and make have a job lined up or plan to attend graduate school, ployment Consortium’s(NPEC) are: Community Medical Center, sure you reference them are probably feeling the stress of the inevitable job employment and internship fair, Diversified Information Technol- when speaking to a recruiter. hunt.As most career experts will probably tell you, the which takes place on Tuesday, ogies, Luzerne County Office of • Greet every recruiter with time to be looking for a job is now.” March 23rd, at the Mohegan Sun Human Services, RCN, Scranton your name, what company, Arena in Wilkes-Barre will run Counseling Center, St. Joseph’s university, or organization By Lauren Smith truth is that the current economy from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and is Center, and WBRE/WYOU-TV. you are with, and remember Publicity Director/ and high competition for jobs free to all who would like to at- Another great aspect of this fair to make eye contact when Lifestyles Editor won’t afford such a luxury. As tend. Those who plan to attend is that there will also be a vari- you are speaking to them. most career experts will probably can search the college central ety of free job seminars offered Making the most of these re- As graduation quickly ap- tell you, the time to be looking for website for employer profiles and to those who attend. Porter, who sources could mean finding a job proaches, those who do not have a job is now. opportunities available at the fair. is also Director of Workforce De- long before your peers, or at least a job lined up or plan to attend That is why it is so crucial If this is a day that many of velopment and Human Resources a head start and the experience graduate school, are probably to take advantage of the oppor- you have classes, consider talk- for the Wilkes-Barre Chamber of and knowledge of what is expect- feeling the stress of the inevitable tunities available to you at this ing with your professors about Commerce, mentioned, “Though ed and required to be a success- job hunt. As fun and carefree as moment. If you haven’t already, allowing you to miss a class for we have no way of knowing what ful job candidate. Special thanks it would be to enjoy the summer make an appointment with Ca- the event. Previous NPEC job the actual number will be in terms to Karla Porter for the additional following graduation taking va- reer Services to look over your fairs included sign-in sheets for of employer attendance at the information in this article. < cations with friends and decom- resume, take a mock interview, the participating schools, one of NEPA Job Fair, we feel that reg- pressing from the stress of your or to just gather as much informa- which is Marywood, to be turned istration has gotten off to a very last college semester, the hard tion about the job search process in to professors so that they knew good start. We are excited about as you can while you still can. specific students had been in at- adding a job seeker skill building

The Wood Word March 2010 5 SPORTS

Pacer Softball: McKeown, Chilson Garner Player the 2010 Preview of the Week Honors

By David Scarnato nated Player, shares duties The sophomore attacker scored Staff Writer with Dommes. Last year, she a game-high 11 points, including hit .412. Freshman Shawna the 100th point of her career in “We are young.” Coach Bob Sandy will fight for playing a 25-7 win over Neumann on Fitzsimmons could not have said time behind the dish for the Tuesday on nine goals and two it any other way. Over the off- Pacers. All three girls can be assists. Two days later, McKeown season, the 2010 Pacer Softball considered “Scrantastic” be- tallied a game-high six goals, team got a new makeover: youth. cause they hail from Scran- including the 100th goal of her This can mean that this year will ton. Dommes and Brodt are career, in 20-5 win over King’s. not only be a test for the Pacers, former West Scranton Invad- In Saturday’s 24-6 conference but a time to create a new identity ers, and Sandy is a former win over Cedar Crest, McKeown for the team. Scranton Knight. had a game-high nine points on The team features five fresh- • Infield: Senior Kim Flanagan six goals and three assists before men and seven sophomores which will be playing first base, bat- netting five goals, including the can only mean a promising future ting .244 and a .976 fielding game-winner, in a 10-9 win over for the softball program. They percentage for the CSAC Keuka on Sunday. honorable mention and all Taylor McKeown and Greg Chilson have both been named Chilson (Mountainside, NJ) have lost their middle infield CSAC Player of the Week. Photo Credit: mupacers.com in Caity Hadzimichalis (CSAC academic team member. Jil- was named the Colonial States Scholar Athlete of the Year) and lian Flanagan, a CSAC all Athletic Conference Player of academic team member with First Team All Conference and By Office of Sports Information reaching the 100-point and 100- the Week for the third time in NFCA/Louisville Slugger All a .357 batting average will goal marks for her career in a 4-0 his career after junior helping most likely see much time in Marywood to a 1-0 week as the Regional scholar-athlete Erika Marywood University week for the Pacers while Chilson the infield, as well as outfield. Pacers topped Lebanon Valley Cook. Pitchers Nikki Belles, Mal- women’s lacrosse player Taylor was honored after scoring two The speedy Second Team 7-2 in non-conference action on lory Gable, and Lauren Monaco McKeown and men’s tennis wins to lead Marywood to a CSAC member Kim Lope Sunday. Chilson teamed with have also departed from the team. player Greg Chilson have been victory over Lebanon Valley will be playing infield as well Evan Bolus (Clarks Summit, PA) However, the Pacers still feature named Colonial States Athletic College. as outfield. She was 18-18 in at number one doubles for an 8-3 great leaders from last year’s Conference Player of the Week for McKeown (Nashua, NH) stolen bases last year. Don’t victory. The junior then won at squad that will push the younger their respective sports according captures her second-straight be surprised to see utility one singles 6-1, 6-3 to help the players to play to their maximum to an announcement made today Player of the Week honor after player Julie Dougherty tak- Pacers improve to 5-2 overall.< potential. Seniors Colleen Regan by the commissioner’s office. leading Marywood to four wins, ing reps in the infield as well. and Kim Flanagan with junior McKeown earned the honor for scoring 31 points on 26 goals Freshman Talia Williams Miranda Sorber and sophomore the second-straight week after and five assists for the week. backstop Ashley Dommes are the is considered utility also. captains for the 2010 season. Abington Heights standout Speaking of leadership, the Brittney Basalyga will most same coaching staff returns to likely be the team’s short- the field for 2010 as well. Bob stop. North Pocono’s Softball Fitzsimmons returns for his eighth MVP Katie Jones will see season as the head coach, with time in the infield as well. Jim Delonte as his assistant. This • Outfield: The platoon of out- Corner duo is very experienced in the fielders will be extremely ex- game of softball because of their citing to watch in 2010. First past. In 2006, Fitzsimmons led the Team All Conference mem- Pacers to a school best 20 wins. ber Kaitlyn Brennan, CSAC That number 20 has since been Honorable Mention Team diminished. Delonte was a high member Colleen Regan, and CSAC Sportsmanship Team Cafe school state champion at Valley View High School. The knowl- member Miranda Sorber will edge these two gentlemen possess platoon the outfield. Speedy will be another threat to add to the Holy Cross alum Janessa 347-5555 softball program. Bednash will be in center- On the upcoming season field. Power hitter Andrea Fitzsimmons said: “Obviously we Beck will be out there as are replacing a team that has won well. Rounding out the out- Delivery Available 80 some games in four years. This field is freshman First Team is a new team. Our Florida trip high school all star Meghin will be the true test. It is a rough Palmer. Monday- ursday: 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM schedule this season, but we are • Pitching: When not at their confident that we will once again respective positions, the Friday- Saturday: 7:30 AM to 9:30 PM be in the playoffs.” Pacer pitching staff will con- Sunday: Closed With the losses of key com- sist of Brennan, Dougherty, ponents of last year’s team, as Jones, and Williams. This a Pizza, Wings, Subs, Salads, Pasta Dinner, BBQ Dinner, young pitching staff. well as two-thirds of their pitch- and 16 Flavors of Ice Cream! ing staff, Fitzsimmons believes As you can see, the only po- that the younger veterans of this sition to worry about is the pitch- team will pick up the pace and ing. But do not forget; this team BOGO Breakfast With Purchase of 2 Beverages compete. can hit. All the pitchers need to do “I can’t really say that we is have the batter put the ball in Every Monday BOGO Pizza have veterans on this team be- play, where they will have to play cause we are so young. But, I flawless defense. The scoring will know that with the experience the not be a problem. The Pacers are Located at the corner of Electric Street and Boulevard Ave. girls got from last season, they indeed excited for this year. will use it to their advantage to The Pacers opened up in compete at a high level.” So now, Florida on February 28 against I am going to breakdown the Pac- SUNY Oneonta. Their first CSAC ers lineup. game is scheduled for March 20 • Catcher: The catchers pro- at Neumann University. The first 10% discount with Student ID! vide much of the power in the home game is the next day, with a Not valid with any other coupons or specials. lineup for the Pacers. Captain double header against Misericor- Ashley Dommes hit .349 in dia University. So come on down 37 games with 3 home runs. and get ready for a youthful, fun Melissa Brodt, also a Desig- softball game this season! < 6 March 2010 The Wood Word SPORTS

Women’s Lacrosse Out To Net Wins

By Shane Ostroski which is just two more than is re- more Attacker Taylor McKeown, Sports Editor quired on the field to play. With who was named CSAC Rookie the lack of depth, it is pivotal for of the Year and First Team All Home Schedule The Marywood University the Pacers to remain injury free CSAC, scored 73 goals rank- Women’s Lacrosse Team, un- and be in tip top physical shape. ing her 13th in the nation, while der the direction of head coach “ Our coaches have made condi- adding 2 assists for the Pacers. 3/21 Keuka College 2pm Rob Brooks, is working hard tioning a major point of emphasis Junior Midfielder Allie Sodl fin- 3/25 Immaculata University 7pm in preparation for the start of in our training because we are ished second on the team with 37 3/27 Cabrini College 12pm the 2010 season. The Pacers, short on players. We know we goals, assisting on 4 others while 4/17 Centenary College 12pm who finished last season with a will be limited on substitutions gathering 47 groundballs. Junior 4/18 Trinity College 1pm 7-9 record, were picked to fin- throughout the season, so being Midfielder Jennifer Silvestri add- 4/20 Alfred University 7pm ish fourth in the CSAC Women’s in shape is very important,” said ed 14 goals and 4 assists while 4/28 Hartwick College 7pm Pre-Season Lacrosse Poll, but the Naro. picking up 32 groundballs. Se- team hopes to finish better than Senior Defenseman Carrie nior Attacker Kelly Kuzicki fin- Glenn, Junior Goalie Katie Sul- ished the season with 6 points, predicted. Sophomore Defense- two talented freshman, who will home opener. The Pacers will man Stephanie Naro defined the livan and Junior Attacker Alexis scoring 5 goals while earning an Willey will be called on to lead assist. Junior Attacker Meg Bar- see valuable playing time. Defen- travel to Virginia during spring team’s goal in an interview with seman Ilze Spilde attended Gov- break to start off their season. The Wood Word. “We want to the Pacers, as the trio was named barino started 11 games, scoring team captains. Glenn was named 3 goals and adding 2 assists while ernor Mifflin High School (PA), The Pacers will play Randolph make the CSAC playoffs again where she was named to the all College in Lynchburg, Sweet this season. We made it to the to the Second Team All CSAC scooping 22 groundballs. Junior last season, netting 3 goals while Defenseman Alexis Boyle started county team her junior and senior Briar College in Sweet Briar and playoffs last year and it was a year. Attacker Kelly Kryspin was cap off the trip in Bridgewater, great experience, we obviously assisting on 3 others. Glenn also 9 games for the Pacers, register- caused 43 turnovers on defense, ing 10 groundballs. Naro started named Rookie of the Year at Mor- where they will play Bridgewater weren’t too happy with the out- ris Catholic High School (NJ). College. The team then travels come, but we are using it as mo- ranking her 7th nationally. Sulli- 6 games, adding 22 groundballs van started all 14 games for the and causing 5 turnovers. Sopho- The Pacers are also excited to Elmira College (NY) and then tivation this year.” The Pacers, about their new home, the state its off to Neumann University who earned the number four seed Pacers in goal, averaging 14.79 more Defenseman Mary-Chris- saves per game ranking her sec- tine Vignola started 15 games, of the art turf field. “The turf for their first conference game. in the CSAC playoffs, lost to top field is great, we no longer have The Pacers then travel to King‘s seed Gwynedd- Mercy in a hard ond in the nation. Sullivan fin- scoring a goal and adding an as- ished the 2009 campaign with 207 sist while picking up 28 ground- to deal with practicing in the mud College before visiting confer- fought battle. The Pacers will and turf is definitely better than ence foe Cedar Crest College. have to overcome a big obstacle saves on her way to being named balls. Junior Attacker Sarah Col- Second Team All CSAC. Willey lins started a game and added a grass,” said Naro. The team will The Pacers finally return home throughout the season. The team have to wait until their eighth to play Keuka College in their only has 14 players on the roster, scored 11 goals while accumulat- groundball for the Pacers. ing a team best 9 assists. Sopho- The team will also feature game of the season for their home opener on March 21.< Marywood Pacers Baseball 2010

By Bert Sempier las Pasqualichio; all freshmen. Len en Latte Staff Writer High school baseball and college ball differ from each other. In col- Sponsored by the Sisters of IHM The 2009 Marywood base- lege, the pitching is faster, nine An evening of faith and community for adults in their 20s and 30s. ball team finished the year with innings are played instead of sev- an 11-23 record. In the regular en and practice times vary. Woy- season final against Philadelphia tach, Maione and Pasqualichio Biblical, the bats came alive giv- must adjust to this higher level ing the Pacers a 13-3 victory. of play. “Any serious baseball Winning this game gives the 2010 player knows that he has to make team a positive note to reflect adjustments every day. This is upon heading into this season. accomplished by making tweaks At the helm of the Pacers is and listening to the coaches,” said second year head coach Jerry Da- Maione. vis. This is his fifteenth year on Over spring break, like al- the Marywood staff; he served ways, the team will head down as an assistant coach for his first to Florida for spring training. thirteen years with the team. This year, they will be heading Matt Fidati, who is a 2007 down to Ft. Pierce. This is a good graduate from Marywood, serves time to get in game shape, as the at the ball clubs assistant coach. Pacers will play six games in six Fidati graduated with a Bach- days. elor’s degree in Health and Physi- The Pacers open their season cal Education and a minor in with an out of conference match Coaching. Mr. Fidati was a vol- up with Widener University in unteer coach for the Pacers the Chester, Pennsylvania. Mary- following two seasons. wood played Widener last season, Thursdays, 8-10pm The Pacers have three new losing the double header. captains this year, all seniors: On March 19th, Marywood February 18. February 25. March 11. March 18. March 25. Jason Bugno, David Lewis and opens up with a CSAC match Ryan Cusomato. The team elects up at Keystone University. Key- their captains, which means these stone beat the Pacers three times Home Schedule players’ teammates look up to last season, meaning Marywood @ Northern Light Espresso Bar them for leadership in good times has their work cut out for them and in bad. Said Ryan Cusomato, this year. There is no reason why 536 Spruce Street, Downtown Scranton “I felt good when the team select- MU can’t reverse their fortunes ed me to be one of the captains, against this conference opponent. Crossroads is a multidimensional program providing new opportunities for young it’s nice to know that the team Marywood has their home looks to me for leadership.” opener the following day when adults to explore their faith in a variety of ways. For more information about this Not only are there three new they host Keystone in a double program please contact Sister Ruth Harkins at [email protected] captains, but three new players header. Emotions are sure to be as well. They are, Jonathan Woy- tach, David Maione, and Nicho- Continued, p. 17 The Wood Word March 2010 7 SPORTS

Pacers Looking for Another Successful Home Schedule Season

By Shane Ostroski fenseman James Drescher, and 3/21 Keuka College 2pm Staff Writer Junior Goalie Jesse Habich. Will 3/25 Immaculata University 7pm Roerdon scored 26 goals and as- 3/27 Cabrini College 12pm The Marywood University sisted on 15 others last season. 4/17 Centenary College 12pm Men’s Lacrosse Team is look- Parks finished with 25 goals 4/18 Trinity College 1pm ing to reach new heights for the and 26 assists. Downey netted 4/20 Alfred University 7pm 2010 season. The Pacers, who 10 goals while adding 5 assists 4/28 Hartwick College 7pm are coached by Mic Grant, are and accumulated 58 groundballs. looking to better their 10-7 re- Brian Roerdon scored 10 goals, cord from last year . The team assisted 5 and scooped up 66 finished second in the CSAC be- groundballs. Pelligrini and Dre- hind Cabrini College, who has scher collectively gathered 51 ousted the Pacers from the play- groundballs for the Pacers. Hab- offs the last two years. ich finished last season with 79 Junior Defenseman Lanny saves between the pipes. Jean explained the team’s goals The team has run into in an interview with The Wood some bad luck with injuries to Word. “Our goals for this season key players. Ryne Boyle, Matt are to beat Cabrini and Scranton, Churchwell and Dustin Stur- and win the CSAC playoffs.” devant all suffered season ending The Pacers are giving it their all injuries during the off-season. preparing for the season in an ef- Junior Goalie Eric Luhrmann fort to meet their goals. “ We are will also miss significant time working really hard in practice due to injury. Boyle finished last day in and day out. Our coaches season with 27 goals and 12 as- really pushed us during condi- sists. Churchwell was expected tioning and we feel that we are to add some much needed depth physically ready to compete,” at the goalie position. Sturdevant said Jean. added 16 groundballs for the The addition of the new Pacers. Luhrmann shared time turf field has also benefited the with Habich in net and posted team. “ The turf has enabled us a 7-2 record while stopping 99 to practice outside earlier than in shots. the past. We are further along in The team must also try to our preperation this year because replace Drew Lozoskie, who of the outdoor practices that we scored 11 goals while picking wouldn’t be able to have without up 4 assists last season. The lone the turf,” described Jean. The senior from last year, Alex Daw- lighted turf field will also give son has a new position with the the team a chance to play night team. Dawson is now a volunteer games which has the team ex- assistant coach for the Pacers. “ cited. “ The last two years we’ve It’s pretty cool to have Alex as played Scranton, we played at a coach. He relates to the team their field so we could play un- well obviously because he’s been der the lights. This year the game through everything with us and is here and we are really excited he knows the game,” said Jean. to play them at our own field at The Pacers will start their night,” explained Jean. season off with a trip to Virginia The captains for the squad are during spring break. The team Will Roerdon and James Dre- will play Randolph College in scher. Roerdon and Drescher Lynchburg and then travel to will be asked to lead by example Virginia Beach to play Virginia on and off the field for the young Wesleyan College. “It’s always Pacers. The team has no seniors, fun to go on team trips, plus and is comprised of 14 Juniors, we’re playing two good teams so 16 Sophomores, and 10 Fresh- it’s definitely beneficial for us,” men. said Jean. The team will travel to The team returns seven Allentown, PA to play Muhlen- starters in Junior Attacker Will berg and then travel to Mor- Roerdon, Junior Attacker Nick risville, NY to play Morrisville Parks, Junior Midfielder George College, before their home open- Downey, Junior Midfielder Brian er on March 13th when they take Roerdon, Sophomore Defense- on Wesley College.< man John Pelligrini, Junior De-

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IPL2: MoMa Presents: Information Tim Burton, A Retrospective You Can Trust By Annette Fisher By Maggie Mineo at Disney, which invoke a sense Library Services Staff Writer of anarchy to say the least. You would never guess that he worked As you are making your Tim Burton is known as one on Disney’s Fox and the Hound, way to the end of the academic of the most creative, imaginative would you? Giant Polaroids of year, let’s take a look at a web- directors in Hollywood. His suc- Gothic models are on one wall ac- site that truly could claim that cessful masterpieces range from companied by the original masks it is “the end-all and be-all” for The Nightmare before Christmas, worn in Batman on another. In the research and information. Edward Scissorhands, and Beetle- middle of the room is a gory glass What is this gem? Hint—it has the same title as the title of juice, to the highly anticipated Al- case filled with decapitated heads this article, namely, IPL2, locat- ice in Wonderland, which will be which were used in Burton’s film ed at www.ipl.org. Launched in hitting theaters this month. With Mars Attacks!. One of the most amazing works on display is a January 2010, IPL2 is the result such a unique,madman approach of the merger of Internet Public 21-foot-tall sculpture of Edward to art, Burton’s work is now taken Library and the Librarians’ In- Scissorhands. A little peek into from the big screen to the walls ternet Index. The site is hosted of the Museum of Modern Art the future was also refreshing, by Drexel University’s College (MoMA), in New York City. with sketches and drawings of of Information Science and Last fall, many familiar fac- Burton’s latest venture, Alice in Technology with major support es came out to honor one of the Wonderland. from the College of Informa- most distinct filmmakers of all When MoMA curators first tion at Florida State University. time. Burton-muse and frequent Famed filmmaker Tim Burton is being honored with an exhibit approached Burton about dis- Sponsors include Intel and Sun collaborator Johnny Depp was in th Museum of Modern Art. Photo Credit: http://www.moma. playing his artwork, he was a tad Microsystems. Obviously, this org one of the guests, as well as Hel- bit surprised. “I didn’t grow up in site is bona fide with supreme ena Bonham Carter, his longtime artist taken from his private col- calls, “an out-of-body experi- a real museum culture,” Burton attitude. Undoubtedly, the mis- love and mother of his children lection. This collection of 700 ence.” said at a press conference. “I think sion statement outlines its goals (who ironically looked like she pieces depicts the life of Burton To enter the exhibit, you I went to the Hollywood Wax and objectives: just escaped from one of Bur- from when he was a quirky child must walk through a giant mon- Museum as my first museum…I IPL2 is a global informa- ton’s twisted films). Fashion De- to present day A-list filmmaker. ster’s mouth fit with pointy teeth was of that generation where I got tion community that provides signer Zac Posen, actress Brooke The 51-year-old artist’s style has into a creepy, dark hallway which more out of The Beverly Hillbil- in-service learning and volun- teer opportunities for library and Shields and funny man Danny certainly evolved. In addition to resembles a scene straight out of lies than Monet.” information science students Devito were also in attendance. his own works, the museum pres- Beetlejuice -- not your normal While Burton says he is and professionals, offers a col- The opening was filled with over grateful to have had “a lot of great ents a series of films that have walk through an art museum, but laborative research forum, and 2,000 people excited to see the things happen to him” he adds, inspired the artist’s own creative more like a funhouse. This ex- supports and enhances library exhibit and honor Burton. mind including, Frankenstein hibit shows the evolution of Bur- “this tops it all. It’s amazing and surreal.” The exhibition, spon- services through the provision The exhibit, which opened and silent horror film The Cabi- ton’s art, displaying numerous of authoritative collections, sored by the SyFy channel, is a in mid November and will run net of Dr. Caligari. The curators paintings, drawings, poetry, pho- information assistance, and in- must see visual autobiography of through April, offers viewers an at MoMA rummaged through tographs and 3D creations depict- formation instruction for the inside peek into the wacky world Burton’s home-- his cabinets, his ing scenes from his iconic movies one of the most iconic filmmakers public. of Tim Burton. On display are basement and around every cor- and those ideas that never made to date. Don’t miss your chance to Now that we know the movie posters, film memorabilia, ner-- to find the hidden treasures it to the big screen. Also, you experience the “weird and won- background of this information childhood drawings, short films for this breath-taking and scatter- can check out his early drawings derful” world of Tim Burton! < powerhouse, let’s explore some and other works designed by the brained show that Burton himself from when he was an animator of its options. Starting at the homepage, the navigator gets to choose from various options. Resources by Subject has the Can’t Beat the “Classics” usual categories from Arts and Humanities, Reference, through By Josh Rumage fantasy, and horror. There are a lywood was more successful or 1939, Ninotchka, and Wuthering Regional and Country Informa- Staff Writer number of films released within documented then the Hollywood Heights to name a few. tion. Newspapers & Magazines that amazing time frame that are of 1939. In 1939, the studio sys- With the coming of World offers the reader the chance to A lot of people nowadays available for today’s viewers that tem was at its height of power. War II in the early 1940s, Hol- browse materials from cities aren’t in favor of the film topics you may find to be interesting if Science, politics, and technology lywood through itself into the throughout the United States and stars that are now in vogue. you take the time to look. where in an advanced whirlwind war effort and made patriotic and the world. My personal As of now, today’s cinematic Despite the economic woes and the stars of the day seemed films like Yankee Doodle Dandy favorite option is Special Col- lections created by IPL2. This releases often contain a lot of of the Great Depression of the to shine brighter then the stars in (1942), Stage Door Canteen third option supports the cre- graphic nudity, language, sexu- 1930s, Hollywood was the epit- the heavens. 1939 is also cited in (1943), and Hollywood Canteen ome of glamor. In this decade, Hollywood history as having re- (1944). For the women fighting ativity and width of knowledge ality, violence, gore, and other of the librarians on the site. talking films were making money leased more films then any other the home front at that time, there forms of inappropriateness that Some choices in this option in- as the live theatres were closing year, that amount being an im- came the “woman’s pictures” makes a viewer uncomfortable, cluded: “Hurricane Prepared- disturbed, or insulted. Also, it rapidly. During this era of Art pressive 1,128 as indicated in the that helped them cope with their ness,” “Deaf and Hard of Hear- is amazing to see how much the Deco elegance and wardrobe book Hollywood’s Golden Year, loved ones over seas; Now, Voy- ing,” and “Mysteries.” Finally, price of a movie ticket costs as -designed by such talents as Gil- 1939: A Fiftieth Anniversary Cel- ager (1942), The White Cliffs of the last two options on the front well as the popcorn you may bert Adrian and Orry-Kelly - the ebration by Ted Sennett. Dover (1943), Mr. Skeffington page are: “For Kids,” and “For want to get with it. Believe it or cinematic magic of the 1930s Film wise, 1939 is often re- (1944), To Be or Not to Be (1942), Teens.” The usual fare is in- not, there was a time when mov- was a revolution; people had the membered for The Wizard of Oz and Mildred Pierce (1945). cluded in the latter options, for ies were interesting, appealing privilege of sitting in a darkened and Gone With The Wind (Best There is a great world out instance, “A+ Writing Research and sophisticated and the cost of movie theatre being mesmerized Picture 1939). It doesn’t end there known thanks to classic Paper Guide,” a movie ticked was just twenty- by thrilling images of gangsters, there however. It also consists films. As screen legend Lau- It is obvious that the reader five cents. affluence, and flights of the imag- of Mr. Smith Goes to Washing- ren Bacall once said, “If you’ve of the website could happily get That era is commonly known ination. The 1930s gave us such ton, The Women, Idiot’s Delight, never seen a older movie before lost in its dimensions of space today as “The Golden Age of classics as Hell’s Angels (1930), Gunga Din, Dark Victory, The it’s not old it’s new.” Try out this and time. Using the search bar Hollywood”. Beginning with The Public Enemy (1931), Grand Old Maid, The Private Lives of new world of classic films and on the first page allows you to the coming of sound with 1927’s Hotel (1932), Dinner at Eight Elizabeth and Essex, Juarez, you’ll find that it is the best world venture into the wild world of The Jazz Singer, Hollywood’s (1933), King Kong (1933), Baby Dodge City, Only Angles Have to lose yourself in thanks to the information with guides at your Golden Age was documented as Face (1933), Gold Diggers of Wings, The Story of Vernon and likes of Gilbert Adrian, Astaire side—why, the helpful librar- lasting from the talkie era until 1933, It Happened one Night Irene Castle, Bachelor Mother, and Rogers, and choreography by ians, of course! And, not to be outdone with all this technologi- the mid-1950s. During this time (1934), Mutiny on the Bounty Midnight, Drums Along the Mo- Busby Berkeley. Take a trip back we had an assortment of genres; (1935) and You Can’t Take It With hawk, Goodbye Mr. Chips, Love to a time of great movies and real Pre-code, romance, drama, ad- You (1938). Affair, Raffles, Of Mice and Men, acting; step back in time to the Continued, p. 17 venture, musical, western, war, However, no year in Hol- Stagecoach, The Ice Follies of Golden Age of Hollywood. < 10 March 2010 The Wood Word ENTERTAINMENT

a drink, tip the counter girls, and still the latest trends to more daring keep your bill under $10.00. The pieces, and owner Maureen Duffy quality of the food is great, and the would have no problem custom de- Get Around Downtown owner is always in. When you’re signing whatever creation you have through eating, stop by Northern in mind but need help with. Along food first. If you are vegan, vegetar- Lights Espresso Bar at 536 Spruce with accessories she has hoards of ian, or just trying to give up meat for St., and grab a decaf hazelnut mo- purses and scarves, and her bou- Lent, there’s Eden Café. It’s located cha, or white tea, or any of their de- tique is the perfect place to stumble at 344 Adam’s Ave, which happens licious beverages. You might want upon that elusive “it’s so me, I have to be an excellent block in general to sit for a minute and check your to get it” piece. (home to Farley’s, The Green Be- email (they have computers upstairs For phenomenal shopping ing, Essence of Paradise, and one as well as free wireless capabilities) even closer to Marywood, pay a block up from Osaka). Eden’s Café or take off your shoes and walk visit to The Fanciful Fox, at the is home to soy-based healthy foods, across the courthouse lawn. The top of Ash Street in the hill section fashioned to imitate ham sandwich- grass feels fantastic, the memorial is (1425 Ash St). It’s Fair Trade, so es, burgers, turkey clubs and even beautiful, and the fresh air will do you’re definitely doing your part barbecued chicken. The staff is very you good. You can then, coffee in to help the world. They have a full friendly and willing to answer all hand, walk over to one of the two line of soaps, lotions, body butter your questions, and the food is af- art galleries nearby. Star Gallery is and makeup. The best part, they fordable. You could get a sandwich, located in The Mall at Steamtown, are vegan, 100% animal friendly, side and pickle for around $7.00. and AFA Gallery is two blocks left and meticulous in the process they If meat, cheese, bread and po- of the mall. Both these establish- use to create their product. They tatoes are your mandatory items on ments show local art as well as oth- have some of the longest lasting a grocery list then you may want er works, they also carry literature soy candles you will ever burn, to try The Banshee Pub located at on upcoming shows and events. and a cool body Scrub Bar where Outrageous is just one of ot the many destinations downtown 320 Penn Ave. The food is fast, de- At this point your food is you create your own body scrub. Scranton has to offer. licious, and affordable and there is properly digested and you’re prob- Chances are upon entering you will Photo Credit: http: //www.city-data.com/forum/northeastern- sit-down service available so that ably ready to shop. Comics on The be greeted by Trixie, family puppy pennsylvania/780129-downtown-scranton-photos.html under aged customers are welcome. Green, at 307 N. Washington Ave., and sales associate. The Fanciful By Donya Albert are many shops and restaurants in They’re open seven days a week. carries fun gifts as well as great Fox is excellent when shopping for Staff Writer Scranton that are privately owned When the weather breaks, treat posters and comics for the serious gifts for any age and personal style. and definitely worth mentioning. yourself to a stroll downtown and collector. If all you do is walk by, They have trinkets from around the With spring approaching, For those students whose primary you’re guaranteed to find a place it’s worth it to see their window world, sweatshop-free clothing, and people are becoming more and means of transport is a faithful pair to eat on almost every block. At display, usually showing a life-size accessories. more restless, feeling the need to of Reeboks, most of these establish- Aglio’s restaurant, 341 N. Wash- character in action pose. For the la- Again, every location men- venture outdoors. They seem to be ments are on the Scranton city bus ington Ave, you might not be able dies, Duffy Accessories is the per- tioned is quite affordable for a col- braving the cold weather in lighter route (COLTS- schedules available to pronounce the name but the food fect place to lose yourself and find lege student. Get up and get out jackets and hoodies, trying to sum- online). ranges from cheeseburgers to black- the right bit of bling for Saturday guys, go somewhere different, and mon spring. Where exactly are they Since no one should shop on ened chicken over greens, and you night. Duffy’s is located at 218 Lin- try something new. < going and is it any good? There an empty stomach we’ll focus on can enjoy most of these meals with den St. The accessories range from

A Taste from Home

By Jean Gruber have the Italian flag written Staff Writer across my face, but that does not stop me from exploring The celebration of St. the Irish cuisine. The recipe Patrick’s Day in Scranton I’d like to share with you this is one to never be missed. month is Irish Soda Bread. The bagpipes roaring down The thought of baking bread Lackawanna Ave on Parade terrifies me, but this is not a Day make the city and the rise-knead-rise-knead-rest- people come alive. Excitement proof kind of bread, in fact it is about life illuminates this the complete opposite. Crispy city from early morning to… crust with a light center, early the next morning. I am slightly sweet, and a perfect not the least bit Irish, in fact combination with some hm… it probably looks more like I Irish breakfast tea perhaps?

This Spring is all about short Basic Irish Soda Bread

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Marywood University String Project Wins National Award John Mayer’s Battle Studies

By Mandy Boyle Golansky Approach, a new By Sara Tompkins ing able to love someone the whole “Battle Studies” is one of the Advertising Sales Manager/ teaching and playing technique Staff Writer way. This collaboration is unex- best albums I’ve heard this year. Entertainment Editor for string musicians at all levels pected in my mind, and is some- If you like blues mixed with upt- of experience. “Battle Studies”, the long thing I never saw happening. How- empo beats, I suggest this album When Sophie Till received According to the Golandsky awaited fourth album from blues- ever, I thoroughly enjoy the song. for you.< an email about winning the Institute, the Golandsky/Taubman crooner John Mayer, is an eclectic American String Teachers Approach is a unique analysis of mix of blues and pop melodies. Association (ASTA) String the mostly invisible motions that Quite different from the previous Project of the Year Award, she take place beneath a virtuoso albums he has recorded, “Room was shocked to say the least. technique. As a result of this for Squares”, “Heavier Things”, “I actually found out on study, it notes that musicians may and “Continuum”, Mayer’s ev- accident,” said Till with a warm overcome technical limitations, ery changing style has appealed laugh. as well as cure playing- to the masses. Till, a member of the violin related injuries. This approach Inspired by a recent break- faculty in Marywood’s Music, also involves a new way of up, “Battle Studies” mixes mel- Theatre, and Dance Department, understanding and teaching tone ancholy lyrics with fun pop melo- serves as the director of the production and other components dies. With titles like “Heartbreak Marywood University String of expressive playing. In Warfare” and “Friends, Lovers, Project. Since 2002, Marywood addition, this technique is getting or Nothing”, Mayer’s song titles University’s String Project has recognized beyond just its use in match nothing like how the song served hundreds of local students the string project. is played. It’s leading you on to by giving them a chance to take While the Golandsky/ think that the song is going to be small-group lessons in viola, Taubman Approach has gotten heart-breakingly slow. However, violin, cello, and double bass attention, that’s not the only the songs are upbeat, happy, and in a unique program that is part thing that ASTA noticed about unconventional. of the National String Project the Marywood University String To add to the fun beats, Consortium. Project. In addition to using the Mayer does a collaboration with Marywood is one of 24 Golandsky/Taubman Approach, Taylor Swift, who happens to be universities across the United the group’s Christmas concert considered one of the most break- States that participates in this marked the world premier of through artists of 2009. On their effort, but more importantly, it’s Suite Scranton, written especially song, “Half of My Heart”, Swift Battle Studies album cover. the only string project of its kind for the String Project by regional and Mayer sing about only be- Photo Credit: http://1.bp.blogspot.com in the Northeastern Pennsylvania composer David B. McGrew region. and based on Scranton themes. “It’s not just a Marywood According to Till, this partnership University project,” said Till. “It’s has opened the door to even more designed to follow a formula.” opportunities for collaboration Currently, there are about between composers and the String 70-80 children enrolled in the Project, which is highly unusual Focus Festival program, which offers low cost but a wonderful opportunity string tuition to students from the nonetheless. local community. Till notes that “The original piece by David The Focus Festival is a day of attention most students involved in this McGrew generated a lot of program wouldn’t otherwise have positive energy and excitement in testing and improving activities where the access to such an opportunity. the company,” said Till. “(The student teachers) have On February 17, Till traveled grand prize is won by playing mindball a chance to change kids’ lives to Santa Clara, California to through the program and that accept the award and give a which is literally tug o war with your really transforms the experience presentation on the Taubman/ for our own students,” said Till. Golandsky Approach as part brain. No hands involved. That experience, to Till, of the National String Project is one of the most rewarding Consortium’s presentations parts of the program. The String during the 2010 ASTA National Project serves as a teaching lab Conference. In addition, Till Food, music, information, for students within the department also gave a presentation on the where string and music education approach to teaching strings in games, and prizes will majors, under the supervision of February at the University of the string music faculty members, Arts in Philadelphia, PA. be available. Look for can serve as student teachers and On winning the award, Till upcoming details! assistants in the program. says that it really changed the “I think what’s really unique way both the members of the about the whole program is that String Project and the community it creates a tight bond between view the magic that happens undergrads, faculty, and students in the classrooms of the Sette because there’s so much contact LaVerghetta Center for the April 21st time,” said Till. “Plus, it’s Performing Arts. incredibly rewarding to see our “This shifts the perspective 10am-4pm undergrads develop as teachers of those involved in the String and see that development come Project and really shows that we Latour Conference Room alive in the children.” go beyond the region,” said Till. So what made Marywood “It also broadens the perspective University’s approach unique? of what we’re doing and what it’s Till attributes the program’s worth.” < success to the use of the Taubman/ Read a good book lately? Watched a good movie? Write a review for us!

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Revealing the Shadows: Khaled Hosseini: Darfur, Columbia, & Tibet Author & Peacemaker “You may know Khaled Hosseini as the author By Victoria Garafola and Janjaweed military work to- undermining the power of the of the best selling books The Kite Runner and Staff Writer gether to destroy Darfurian food wealthy, as well as monopoliza- supplies and villages, leaving tion by corporations. The FARC A Thousand Splendid Suns, but he is also a humanitarian making great efforts to help Quick, think of the first behind bodies in the wells so the leads raids against political, international news story that villages will remain uninhabit- military, and economic targets, women and children in Afghanistan, where his comes to mind. Chances are that able. as well as anyone else they see novels take place.” you think of a well-known story, Another under acknowl- as a threat to the movement. The not the easy to miss conflicts so edged issue is the Tibetan inde- FARC is funded through cocaine By Victoria Clarizio tion. The Taliban took advan- many people never hear about. pendence movement. In 1951, trafficking and the kidnapping Staff Writer tage of this chaos and took over In much of American media, Tibet surrendered its indepen- of wealthy South Americans and as the ruling government. there is a noticeable focus on dence to China. However, it tourists. They have been con- You may know Khaled After taking a trip in 2007 frivolous stories, such as celeb- wasn’t until 1959, when social demned for their tactics against Hosseini as the author of the to his home country and seeing rities, sports, and music. Sadly, reform began to take place, the government as well as their best selling books The Kite some of the terrible conditions many of the globe’s most press- that the Tibetan lifestyle was use of children. Children com- Runner and A Thousand Splen- the people were living in, Hos- ing issues receive little to no threatened. This issue finally prise as much as thirty percent did Suns, but he is also a hu- seini wanted to do something to public attention. These “forgot- received world-wide attention of the guerilla forces, as well as manitarian making great efforts help them. Having left there as ten conflicts” include the geno- during the 2008 Chinese Olym- being recruited as mine sweep- to help women and children in a child, Hosseini had lived in cide in Darfur, the Columbian pics. With Chinese integration ers. Children who try to escape Afghanistan, where his novels a more peaceful Afghanistan crisis, and the Tibetan indepen- in Tibet came modernization, are tortured and often executed. take place. and was saddened by the state dence movement. which many Tibetan Buddhists The Human Rights Watch, as Hosseini was born in Af- his homeland had fallen into. avidly resisted, considering the well as many developed coun- One of the best known for- ghanistan, but unlike millions So he started The Khaled Hos- environmental consequences tries, denounces the FARC for gotten conflicts is the genocide of other Afghans he was lucky seini Foundation. The primary of such a lifestyle. In the 70’s, their lack of discretion during in Darfur. The Sudanese gov- mission of this foundation is to the Tibetan Youth Congress and attacks on targets. Their gas cyl- enough to immigrate to the ernment, along with the “Janja- United States. On his website provide “humanitarian assis- weed”, or Arabic speaking no- the Tibetan People’s Freedom inder bombs cause much damage he even says: “on the list of tance to the people of Afghani- madic militia, is systematically Movement helped to express to innocent civilians, as well as the most fortunate Afghans on stan to help alleviate suffering killing the black farmers of Dar- the militancy of these exiles. damaging personal and public and build healthy communi- fur. Atrocities committed against In 1987, violent protests began property. the planet, I have to rank at the the people of Darfur include the in retaliation to the Chinese in- Unfortunately, these are very top.” In 1976 Hosseini’s ties.” Their main way of do- displacement, plunder, rape, and validation of Tibetan life, though only the most well know of the family moved to Paris and had ing this is to provide monetary genocide of its citizens. The con- historically Tibetans have de- “forgotten conflicts”. There are planned to move back to Af- grants to organizations that as- flict stems back to 2003 when fended themselves without vio- still countless others that peo- ghanistan in1980. However, sist women, children and refu- Darfurian resistance movements lence. In a recent interview with ple may never have insight on. the Soviet army had occupied gees in Afghanistan. Last year struck out against Sudan military Larry King, the Dalai Lama stat- Globally there are many other their home by then, making the foundation joined with the installations in a quest for basic ed that Tibetans are not looking pressing issues that require pub- their return impossible. They United Nations High Commis- human rights and necessities. for complete independence, but lic support and attention. Action claimed political asylum in the sioner for Refugees (UNHCR) The Sudanese government struck rather religious freedom, “unity can alleviate some of the pain United States because Hos- to set up a matching gift pro- back against the Darfurians with and stability.” His main concerns felt by these people in turmoil seini’s father was an Afghan gram for their Shelter Program force. Using weapons and sup- focus on Tibetan culture, envi- but, ultimately, the strongest diplomat. Before becoming an in Afghanistan. Hosseini’s plies bought from the Chinese in ronment, and human rights. weapon against such disparities author, Hosseini studied medi- foundation promised to match exchange for secure oil connec- The last little known situ- is education. For more informa- cine in California and practiced the first 100,000 dollars- re tions, the Sudanese government, ation is the political tension in tion on how you can individual- full time until 2004. In 2003 ceived by the UNHCR in 2009 along with the Janjaweed, have Columbia. The Revolution- ly impact such problems please his first novel,The Kite Runner, for this program. By doing this, ary Armed Forces of Columbia visit: violently suppressed the Darfu- was published and Hosseini they were able to provide ad- (FARC) is a Communist group Savedarfur.org , Tibet.org and rian resistance. Instead of only began a journey that continues equate housing to thousands that has been striking out against columbiasupport.net. combating resistance groups, the of refugees who have recently the Columbian government since Additionally, as voters we can strongly now. His second nov- Sudanese government has also el, A Thousand Splendid Suns, returned to their home coun- decided to ravage average Dar- its foundation in the 1960’s. The alter governmental influence and was published in May of 2007. try. The UNHCR also named furian citizens in an attempt to aim of the group is to improve represent the voices of millions In September of that year, he Hosseini a goodwill envoy to hurt the rebels. The Sudanese the lives of rural farmers while of victims.< made a life changing journey Afghanistan. Being a refugee to Afghanistan. himself, Hosseini feels a cer- The events that prevented tain connection to these people The Peace Sign and Campaign Hosseini’s family from return- who are displaced from their ing home in 1980 began a long homes and is doing all he can for Nuclear Disarmament and bloody period in Afghani- to help them. stan’s history, which they are While the UNHCR and By Victoria Clarizio ularity. Bayard Rustin, a friend he created the sign out of sema- slowly recovering from today. organizations like The Khaled Staff Writer of Martin Luther King Jr., was phoric signals which the military Hosseini’s novels take place Hosseini Foundation have present at the original march in uses to send messages. Holtom against the backdrop of this made tremendous progress The peace sign can be found which the symbol was used. He used the symbols for “N” and violent period in Afghanistan’s in assisting the people of Af- on almost every commercial ob- brought it to the United States to “D”, standing for Nuclear Disar- recent history and provide an ghanistan, the instability and ject these days. Many claim a use in civil rights marches. mament. Apparently afterward, eye opening tale to those not fa- insecurity that still exists in the special love for it, but at what In addition, Philip Altbach, Holtom wished he had drawn the miliar with the events that took country is making their efforts point does mass production a student from Chicago bought arms of the sign up to make it place during this time. In 1979, all the more difficult. During cause a symbol to lose its mean- buttons with the peace sign on look more joyful, but this wish the Communist government of one trip to this country, Hos- ing? Looking back at the origins them during a trip to England. never took hold. He told Hugh Afghanistan asked the Soviet seini said, “After almost 30 of the peace sign and its original He was a member of the Student Brock, editor of Peace News, Union to honor the treaty they years of conflict, peace is what purpose can bring a whole new Peace Union and they replicated that when he created it: “I was had and send troops to fight all Afghans wish for.” Creat- perspective on the subject. the button and distributed to col- in despair. Deep despair. I drew against the Mujahideen Re- ing peace within the war torn The peace sign was created lege campuses across the nation. myself: the representative of an sistance. The Soviet Union’s country would be a catalyst in by British artist Gerald Holtom Instead of just a symbol of the individual in despair, with hands first act was to kill the -presi speeding up the rebuilding and in 1958 for the Direct Action nuclear disarmament, it became palm outstretched outwards and dent, Hafizullah Amin, and put repairing that needs to be done. Committee Against Nuclear War a general sign for anti-war pro- downwards.” Some may want to Babrak Karmal, who was more Khaled Hosseini is working (DAC) during their march on testors, especially those protest- consider inverting the sign this complacent with their goals, in towards creating that peace, April 4 from Trafalgar Square, ing the Vietnam war during the way to honor his wishes. his place. The Soviet occupa- through the foundation he London to the Atomic Weapons late 1960’s. At it’s core, the peace sign tion lasted nine years, resulting started and through his novels, Research Establishment in Al- The peace sign was not idly as we understand it today is not in the loss of countless lives on which have informed and edu- dermaston. It was subsequently drawn by Holtom when he was devoid of meaning. It is impor- both sides. When they finally cated readers about the history adopted by the Campaign for bored in math class. He put pulled out, the country was in of Afghanistan. < Nuclear Disarmament, which thought and effort into making a turmoil and looking for direc- Continued, p. 17 was the first step towards its pop- symbol of meaning. Ironically, 14 March 2010 The Wood Word PEACE & JUSTICE

SGA Springs Ahead The Iranian Dilemma “The Undergraduate Student Government By Chuck Fisher students who took 52 Americans ment from making a very large Association has continued to work hard to Staff Writer hostage for 444 days. During bomb. If we attack Iran’s nuclear accomplish our goals and improve certain the Iran-Iraq War of the 1980s, facilities, as Israel has hinted at, aspects of student life.” Should we hate Iran, love the US gave money and weap- it could embolden and anger the them, pity them, ignore them? ons to Saddam Hussein who Iranian government who might Spring break has come ing and copying and that once What do we do? On one hand used chemical weapons against retaliate. The Iranians could drop and gone and I think everyone this is all set and in place, there there is a very repressive gov- Iranian troops. The US and Iran mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a is seeing the light at the end is definitely the possibility of of the tunnel for this Spring looking into making a quota for ernment and on the other hand have not had formal diplomatic narrow seaway through which semester! The Undergraduate students, as well as the idea of there is a large proportion of the relations since the Shah’s over- 20% of the world’s oil passes, or Student Government Associa- being able to use ID cards for Iranian populous who want re- throw and both nations still leer they could activate their proxy tion has continued to work hard items in the bookstore or at lo- form and democracy. The situa- at each other. Which brings us to terrorist group Hezbollah to at- to accomplish our goals and cal surrounding businesses. tion in Iran is very complicated today….. tack Israel from Lebanon like the improve certain aspects of stu- Elections are fast ap- and convoluted, yet America The Islamic Revolution, as group did in 2006. dent life. proaching and many spots are must find a way to strike peace the 1979 overthrow was called, Conversely, if we attempt There has been an ad- looking to be filled! If anyone or at least stability with one of promised to reform the cor- to finance, influence, or support vancement in the implementa- is interested in running for a the most geopolitically impor- rupt and secular government of the Iranian reformers it may de- tion of the Clean Air Policy, position for next year’s SGA, tant regional powers in the Mid- the Shah by putting in place a legitimize them because the re- as to specific locations where your attendance at a meeting is dle East. more egalitarian system based formers may appear to be merely people can and cannot smoke highly encouraged and recom- Iran and the US have never on Islamic principles. Three de- foreign puppets. All Iranians as well as the continuation of mended to become more fa- been on the best of terms with cades later, the Islamic Republic agree they do not want foreign enforcement of the policy. miliar with what positions are each other. In 1953, the CIA of Iran is far from perfect. Un- intervention and almost 60 years We were also able to meet available, what each position overthrew the democratically employment is over 11% (CIA later there is still soreness over with a representative from I- entails, and to be nominated Tech Services to discuss the into the position as a candidate. elected Iranian government in World Fact Book), state censor- the 1953 American fomented possibility of having a quota Our next meeting will be favor of Shah Pahlavi who was ship is prevalent, and the threat coup d’état which brought to for prints and copies on our held on Tuesday, March 23 at 9 supportive of the US. In 1979, of facing prison time for speak- power the hated Shah. Ironically, student ID cards before hav- p.m. in the Media Center Room the Iranian people overthrew the ing against the government is a the last way America could help ing to pay. He informed us that 160. Anyone with any ques- repressive Shah and created a real possibility. In many ways, these people would be by…...ac- the University has integrated tions, opinions, or concerns are state run by fundamentalist Shi’a it would appear that the Islamic tually helping these people. a new system regarding print- also welcome to join! < Islamists. The American embas- Revolution has become exactly To complicate the issue, sy was also stormed by Iranian what it attempted to destroy in many Iranians, even reformers, 1979. want to see Iran as a nuclear The angst of the Iranian state. Nuclear power brings a people exploded last summer sense of national pride through when presidential elections were technological achievement. Fur- held between the current presi- thermore, assessments by jour- dent, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, nalist Robin Wright in her book, and the reform candidate, Mir- Dreams and Shadows, show that Hossein Mousavi. Ahmadinejad although Iran is an oil rich coun- was declared the winner and the try, more and more of that oil is election was certified by Iran’s being diverted to domestic use Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, and less and less is being sold who in reality is the actual leader abroad, which in turn hurts the of the country. Thousands upon Iranian economy. In order for thousands of Iranians turned Iran to remain competitive and out in the streets of the capital, economically solvent, the na- Tehran, to protest the results due tion may need to turn to nuclear to widespread reports of voter power to solve its energy needs. fraud. Over a hundred people Bombing the nuclear research were arrested and many more facilities will turn the population were violently beaten by gov- as a whole against the foreign ernment security forces. One invaders who are hurting their particular protester, Neda Agha- fragile economy and national Soltan, a 27 year old woman, pride. The reformers may ally was shot and killed. Her death themselves with the government, was filmed and circulated around a further complicating situation. the world on the internet as a ral- So how should the United lying cry against the brutality of States proceed? We need to stop the Iranian government. Protests Iran from building a nuke while have been continuing on and off at the same time try to encourage since last summer, but many of reform without overtly or covert- these have been stifled and the ly trying to encourage reform! opposition is losing steam. Ah the joys of Catch-22! At this In addition to a repressive point the Obama Administration domestic policy, Iran’s foreign has been taking a very moderate policy is making the outside and tempered approach includ- world cringe. Iran is currently ing negotiation and dialogue. pursuing nuclear technology, The deal trying to be struck with claiming peaceful purposes, but Iran would allow it to possess which at some point in the future and use nuclear material but pro- may result in a nuclear weapon. cessing and enrichment would Combining a potentially nuclear occur in an outside country such country with anti-Western and as France or Russia, however anti-Israeli rhetoric will lead this deal has been rejected in its many Americans to become con- various forms and Iran has con- cerned about Iran and stability in tinued to enrich its Uranium. the Middle East. Hate them, love them? It is So the outside world must nowhere near an easy situation, walk a thin line. We want to liber- but one will need to face…..for ate the Iranian people and see the ourselves as well as for Iran. < dreams of democracy fulfilled by the people, yet we also want to prevent the current govern- The Wood Word March 2010 15 PEACE & JUSTICE “But Mom…It’s Not My Fault!”

number 1: global warming. It’s Brazil, and South Africa), the how this money will be acquired. es. Most pledges then were not no secret that our choices have final product labeled the Copen- Given the current economic state enough to halt the overall global influenced the state and well be- hagen Accord, leaves much to be of the world, it is unclear about rise in emissions and keep the in- ing of the planet. The burning of desired. In fact, the final decision whether any funding will be sup- crease below 2°C. fossil fuels, deforestation, and the reflects that many countries only plied. Obama and other western Copenhagen’s Achilles heels release of greenhouse gases have want to be answerable to them- leaders have pledged only $10 are that it is only good in theory all lead to changes and sometimes selves. A choice that is birthed in billion per year by 2012. and it does not go far enough. irreversible consequences. Polar the deadly combination of politi- The second idea, and perhaps Even if the 2°C mark was made, ice caps are melting, seas are ris- cal will, economic directions, and the most dominant feature, per- this simple increase could spell ing, species are becoming extinct, public pressure. tains to the actual climate change chaos. If this were to occur it and the earth itself is warming. If Summarizing the accord, the practices. The accord represents may result in an increase in sea we continue on the same path we key points represent a mixed bag a commitment to reduce emis- level of 7-9 meters (2.3-3 feet) are riding, this would result in the of both successes and failures. sions so as to hold the increase and massive extinctions of ani- eventual onset of dramatic catas- The summit itself was monumen- in global temperatures below 2°C mal species. Also there were no trophes that would change life as tal in that it redefined debate be- (3.56°F). For this to occur, emis- legally binding deals made or we know it. tween countries and raised public sions need to be cut by 25-40% any commitments to reach one The majority of the world’s awareness of climate science. worldwide and the peaking of in the future. No global targets governments indeed believe that Aside from that the summit can global emissions and subsequent for emissions reductions by 2050 Photo Credit: http://www.co- climate change poses a threat be divided into two ideas. The decline need to occur as soon were ever reached. Countries are penhagenclimatecouncil.com/ to human society and the natu- first is that it vowed to aid lower as possible; within 15-20 years. on their own to hold their prom- ral world. It was their hope at economic countries in instill- Most of the countries at Copen- ises. But will that be enough? The By Christina Morozov the summit to procure a treaty ing green practices. Developed hagen were prepared to offer big implementation of the accord will Staff Writer legally mandating coordinated countries aim to mobilize $100 cuts in emissions if other coun- be reviewed in 2015 and an as- international action, all before billion per year by 2020 to ad- tries took tough action. However sessment will be made of whether Sorry Mother Nature, but it the Kyoto Protocol runs out in dress the needs of these develop- pledges appeared to be sticking the goal of keeping global tem- looks like an innocent round of 2012. Early outlines were hope- ing countries. In addition to this to the lower end of the range. perature rise within 2°C needs to the blame game has prolonged ful, asking for an 80% decrease support, developing nations need For example, even though China be strengthened to 1.5°C. So from your stay under the greenhouse. in carbon emissions by 2050 and to report their plans to curb emis- had pledged a reduction of 45% now until then, business as usual At the Copenhagen Climate Sum- limiting the temperature rise to sions for approval. This will all by 2020, the United States took still reigns supreme. < mit, 110 world leaders met to 1.5°C (3.47°F). After much de- be run through the Copenhagen the lower route of 17%. Both are pit a battle against public enemy bate between the primary draft- Green Climate Fund via the UN. some of the heaviest hitters in ers (United States, China, India, However, the treaty is vague as to the releasing of greenhouse gas-

Alcohol: Are You Aware?

“When you’re out and having fun, it’s easy to lose Join us track of what and how much you’re drinking. The best thing we can do is be prepared and stick to doing what is best for ourselves.” The Third Tuesday of By Suzanne Crockett doesn’t just mean twelve ounc- Staff Writer es of any alcoholic beverage – every month for what counts is the percentage St. Patrick’s Day has of alcohol in that drink. Any come and gone, and there was drink with a half ounce of al- a great deal of partying. If cohol is considered a standard you’re on campus or are under drink. For most domestic beers the age of 21, you weren’t al- that would be the amount of al- Pizza and Prayer lowed to participate in these cohol in one can, but for other activities. Eventually, though, beverages it can be much less. 6:00 – 8:00 PM you will be. When you’re out When you’re drinking from a and having fun, it’s easy to foam or plastic cup, ask how lose track of what and how much alcohol is actually being Share faith, prayer and meaningful much you’re drinking. The poured in. You might be con- best thing we can do is be pre- suming a lot more than one or conversation with IHM Sisters. pared and stick to doing what two standard drinks. is best for ourselves. It can be tricky to figure In the state of Pennsylva- out how much you’re pouring January 19, 2010 nia, a 21 year old is considered and drinking, especially when February 16, 2010 legally intoxicated when they you’re distracted, or your judg- have a BAC (Blood Alcohol ment’s already a little fuzzy. March 16, 2010 Content) of .08, meaning eight Even a professional bartender April 20, 2010 in every 10,000 parts of blood can’t always eyeball perfectly in your body is alcohol. A stan- when pouring a drink. Being dard drink increases the BAC off by an ounce is a lot when of the average (160 lbs) male you’re dealing with spirits. Spirit of Hope Convent by .02 and for women .03, so If you’re interested in fur- 2450 Dimmick Street if you have four drinks in your ther information about alcohol Scranton, PA 18509 system you are considered le- or if you have any questions, (Marywood University – gally intoxicated; however, come to Alcohol Screening College Avenue across from McGowan) this isn’t the same for every- Day at the Fireplace Lounge one. A bunch of different fac- on March 23rd. Come and stop tors including gender, weight, by the Peers on Wellness table RSVP to Sr Ruth at [email protected] and what you’ve eaten affects and see how accurate YOU are your BAC. at pouring drinks.< Also, a standard drink 16 March 2010 The Wood Word OUTLOOK

Jersey Shore

By Anthony Castellano WOWW claims to not be Italian) Staff Writer is being portrayed in a negative fashion due to many of the vices G.T.L., known by the cast that the show revolves around, of “Jersey Shore” as “Gym, Tan, such as drinking, casual sex, and and Laundry”, is just one of the wild fights. They claim that the new catch phrases that has helped cast do not live their lives in a re- propel the show’s cast to stardom spectable fashion and are leading as the show has become an over- lives that will eventually result in night reality show sensation. Lit- minimal meaningful career suc- tered with interesting, edgy, and cess (outside of show business). flamboyant characters like “Mike I think that Jersey Shore the Situation”, “J-WOWW”, and definitely deserves some of the “Snooki”, Jersey Shore attracted criticism that comes its way, but millions upon millions of view- definitely not as much as it has ers all over America. A group of received. First of all, the terms carefully chosen young men and “guido” and “guidet” are slang women (from N.Y., N.J., and one terms that cannot even be found in from Rhode Island) were put to- a dictionary, so how are we sup- gether to spend an entire summer posed to take the name and its on the Jersey Shore. The Jersey “supposed” definition (pertaining Shore, known for its beaches, to Italians) seriously? It is difficult From left to right: Vinny, Angelina, DJ Pauly D, Jenni “J-WOWW”, Ronnie, Nicole “Snooki”, Mike dance clubs, hot parties (and for to argue over the definition and “The Situation” & Sammi “Sweetheart” Photo Credit: www.mtv.com the funny accent of its inhabit- meaning of a word that is not even ants), was surely welcomed by the formally recognized by the english Jersey Shore crew with open arms. language as an actual word. represents a small percentage of ing broadcast to millions of view- from various media outlets, the af- The first season was replete An ideal example of this is Italian people. In the show, they ers. fects of high ratings is clearly evi- with partying, drinking, “hook- the differing over the meaning of talk about being Italian and things John Aber, an Irish-American dent. The cast is returning for an- ups”, wild fights, and of course, the word by members of the Shore associated with their background, student at Marywood University, other season of the show (though lots of tanning. However, “Shore” cast and many different media out- but never portray it in a nega- does find the show to be offensive. it won’t be at the Jersey Shore this along with its extremely large au- lets (the critics). I had mentioned tive way. It’s like Pauly D says at “I understand the criticism that time) and as long as it continues dience, also faced a whirlwind of the dif-ference of opinion above one point in one interview about follows the show. From my expe- to attracts an immense amount controversy from several different and since guido and guidet are the show, ‘We’re just a bunch of riences, it’s not really how Jersey of viewers, fans shouldn’t have public outlets and sponsors. Many slang terms, there is no con-crete young people having fun and en- or Italian people are. The Jersey to worry about the show being of these critics stated that “Shore” definition. joying the summer.’” Shore and everything that happens kicked off the air. After the first negatively stereotyped New Jersey In addition, the lifestyle that I believe that these group of there isn’t quite what its made out season ended, all the members of inhabitants, and more importantly is depicted in the hit reality show Italians (except for J-WOWW, to be. Yes, its stereotypical.” the cast were virtual celebrities Italians. The show glorified “gui- is one not unfamiliar to many who claims to be German) are just This kinds of attention tends and were appearing on extremely dos” and “guidets”, which appar- young people. At the least, this a experiencing what life has to of- to lead people on reality shows popular talk shows ranging from ently represent male and female lifestyle that is relished by many fer, much like others their age. The to crave attention. This is an ex- “The View” to “TMZ” to “Rachel Italians who dress sharply, take young people in their 20s, whether only differ-ence is that their ex- tremely important factor in judg- Ray.” very good care of their bodies, and society would like to admit this periences and “travels” are being ing the casts’ character as well as In conclusion, Jersey Shore, possess a nice tan. The Shore cast uncomfortable truth or not. After played out in front of a camera for the show’s content. Also, the cast simply put, is a show about young claims that anybody, Italian or not, all, all the vices of American youth the world to see and enhanced by was purposely placed in a the Jer- people enjoying themselves and can be a guido or guidet, and a re- are so ever present in Jersey Shore: an area that is known for its par- sey Shore, which is well known doing what young people usually sult the show cannot be stereotyp- hard partying, alco-hol, wild sex, ties and hot nightclub spots. What for its nightlife. As a result, all the tend to do, good or bad. The harsh ing and misrepresenting Italians. and the entire and full experience goes on in college is similar to vices of good old Yankee-youth disapproval that accompanies the UNICO, New Jersey politi- if the nightlife. what happens in the Shore. Sure, are promoted in this area. The cast show will always be there but as cians, and other Italian-American Michael Castellano, an Ital- their ac-cents may be different, but knows what they are supposed long as the show continues to give groups are leading the charge of ian-American student at Mary- that is not their fault. to do and experience in the Jer- its young audience what it wants, critical comments from the me- wood University thinks that the What we as viewers are see- sey Shore and as a result, they go the show will certainly continue to dia. These critics also argue that show doesn’t deserve the criticism ing is young people having fun through with it. prosper. < the Italian cast (even though J- that comes its way. “the show only and expressing them-selves. Only Despite the show’s abundance now, they are on television and be- of criticism and negative feedback College Life After All By Donya Albert it seemed like I would never find before the class and come pre- loved it, until I found out that it papers and sources. I leave cam- Staff Writer the opportunity to pencil it in, pared to discuss. “Oh, she posted requires me to find sixty hours pus as soon as my last class lets then I began feeling like I was it on Moodle” a peer said. What? in my life that I can squeeze in out, get my boys, cook dinner I walked onto a college too old, eventually I started do- I had to learn to Moodle, then activities that are major related. and play all night, have them in campus for the first time at age ing the math on waitressing and get caught up on the work posted I thought that was the definition bed at 8:30pm and 11:30pm (the 26. I’m told that Marywood is bar tending and thought I found online (did I mention the two ba- of going to college and getting baby who never sleeps past three a smaller school and I’m almost a way to live comfortably for the bies?). good grades, what more do they hours sleeps in my lap while I positive that the person who said rest of my life. Once I had gone I was also educated about want? I cried so much I ended up study), then do homework till I this was dead wrong. through all the necessary phases the power of the syllabus. Appar- laughing. pass out. I wake up at 6am, and My name is Donya, I have of talking myself out of enroll- ently you are supposed to save Most days I get through start all over again. two sons ages five years and sev- ing, I Googled some schools in this paper and refer to it over the without making a fool of my- My first week at Marywood en months, I am a single mom and Scranton, came to a Marywood course of the semester, because self. I have gotten a good sense I called my mom crying and part time waitress. I have always open house, got an applica- everything you need to know is of what most of my professors told her I needed to drop out of known I would go to college; my tion and prayed. I lost my mail, on it. Due dates, grading criteria, want. There is one that no mat- school. I couldn’t find a balance, grades in high school were too moved, lost my mail again and class requirement, presidential ter what I do, it seems I’ll never and thought I had too much going good to ignore. I loved my teach- was not sure if I was even a stu- secrets…ok well not really, but figure out what he’s really saying on. I’m still here though, taking it ers, after school activities and dent when the semester started everything else mentioned is on or what he needs. I’ve decided to all one day at a time. I love being the learning process in general. this past January. that paper. stop trying, and it is sad, but we a part of something and I need to Somewhere along the way I took I am proud of myself for Mine was lost in the pile of two are never on the same page. do this for me. My friend said it an eight and a half year break and getting this far. Every day poses papers I received from Mary- I have a system and rules. I don’t will be graduation before I know started a family. I never lost the a new challenge. I remember wood in the past week. I made eat in the main cafeteria; it’s too it, I guess I forgot to tell her I’m desire to go to school. College walking into my class prepared my way past that dilemma and far from my classes. I study at here for the five year Master De- was my family’s reason for mov- to read whatever the assignment tried to fall into a routine, and work for my quizzes, and I go gree Program. < ing us to America from Trinidad was that day only to be informed then Practicum popped up. First to the library every Thursday for about twelve years ago. At times that you need to read this stuff off, it sounded so professional I two hours to gather my projects, The Wood Word March 2010 17 THE LAST WORD

Liturgy and Worship Honor Roll, Continued Dear Miss (Marian Chapel in Swartz Center for Spiritual Life): In the 2008-2009 academic and Camden, N.J. For a complete year, there were 3,081 Marywood list of partners, please visit www. Career, University students engaged in marywood.edu/campmin. Sunday Mass Sacrament of Reconciliation 66,575 hours of service. Over College students make a Continued 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sundays 800 students engaged in at least significant contribution to the 9:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. 20 hours of community service volunteer sector; in 2009, 3.16 Daily Mass (Mon-Fri) Fr. Brian’s Office in Campus “Build your network”) and let each semester. million students performed more 12:05 p.m. Ministry them know that you are interested Building on Marywood’s than 300 million hours of service, in working with them and to keep core values, students have according to the Volunteering you in mind if something should an array of opportunities to in America study released by Weekdays at anytime come up to meet your skills.Don’t participate in service learning the Corporation. Each year, the Call Fr. Brian at 340-6024 or focus on job titles! Instead, focus activities. For example, every Corporation invests more than stop by on the skills that are required November, Marywood students $150 million in fostering a culture for the job. New occupational in conjunction with the Sisters, of service on college campuses titles are created all the time Servants of the Immaculate Heart through grants awarded by its (Coordinator of this, Special of Mary, participate in Hunger programs; the education awards Assistant to that, and so on) You and Homelessness Awareness that AmeriCorps members never know where the best match Week. During this week, students receive at the conclusion of their will turn up. collect personal care items, term of service to pay for college; Keep a detailed log of participate in a hunger walk, and through support of training, What’s your view? your job search! Who did you host dinners, banquets, and research, recognition, and other mail to (Company? Person? campaigns, and sleep out in initiatives to spur college service. Department?)? What did you Downtown Scranton overnight. The Corporation oversees the send? When did you send it? How Marywood University also Honor Roll, in collaboration with did you send it (electronically, Write to us at: encourages students to participate the Department of Education, snail mail, etc)? When will you in national and international the Department of Housing and [email protected] follow up? service trip programs that serve Urban Development, Campus Contact your Career Services communities in need including Compact and the American Office at 348-6247 or online at Guatemala, Africa, Philadelphia, Council on Education. < www.marywood.edu/career. Best of luck! < We welcome and encourage IPL2, Continued Letters to the Editor! cal know-how, yes, there is even To review, if I had to choose a 24/7 Ask an IPL2 Librarian a a site to get lost in, I think you al- Question tool. Unlike the AskHere ready know my answer. I was al- PA site (from last month’s column), ways excited to navigate through this particular site is not a real-time either the Internet Public Library chat site, however, it strives to or the Librarians’ Internet Index— thoroughly research your ques- I could wile away the time just tion and suggest sites or answers thinking of things someone could that will deliver the goods. How possibly ask me! Now I can’t con- could it not? Remember these are tain myself. Finally, IPL2 will be real-live practicing librarians and celebrating its 15th birthday on St. library school graduate students Patrick’s Day—now this is really a answering the questions. reason to celebrate! < Peace Sign, Continued tant however, to understand what for commercial, advertising or you are supporting in wearing it general fashion purposes. We or displaying it on accessories. can’t stop this happening and The Campaign for Nuclear Dis- have no intention of copyright- armament has this to say about ing it.” the use of the peace sign: “Al- The Campaign does ask that though specifically designed for anyone using it commercially the anti-nuclear movement it has consider making a donation to quite deliberately never been their cause and consumers might April 16 -18, 2010 copyrighted. No one has to pay want to educate themselves on or to seek permission before they whether the stores they shop at use it. A symbol of freedom, it is actually do this. In the end, the Learn more about the joyful, loving, hospitable and self-emptying spirit of free for all. This of course some- peace sign can be simply a fash- the IHM Sisters and explore deeper the Gospel values of poverty, chastity times leads to its use, or misuse, ion statement or a statement of in circumstances that CND and commitment to a more peaceful and obedience. Take time to explore the “pearl of great price” that dwells the peace movement find dis- world. < within your baptismal call. This weekend is for young adult women ages 18- tasteful. It is also often exploited 38 who are exploring a possible future in religious life.

Baseball 2010, Continued IHM Spiritual Renewal Center high when these teams take the Gwynedd-Mercy three times in Cresco, PA field. Look at it this way: three 2009, and unfortunately found games in two days, which ever themselves at the short end of the Arrival Friday, 7:00 p.m. . team wins two out of three or stick each game. : Suggested fee: $30 00 sweeps, will have bragging rights Marywood has a good team Departure: Sunday, 11:00 a.m. All meals included. the rest of the season and until heading into their 2010 campaign. they play again in 2011. The team has six seniors and five For more information call Sister Ruth at 570-346-5413 or [email protected] The Pacers close out the juniors that will be able to lend RE G I S T R A T I O N regular season at their home field encouraging advice and helpful against Gwynedd-Mercy Col- tips to the younger players on the Name ______lege on May 2nd. The day be- team. The Pacers have a plethora Phone Day ______Evening ______fore, these two teams will have a of sophomores, that number being E-mail ______double header in Gwynedd Val- ten. With this combination of vet- Return to Sister Ruth Harkins, IHM ley, Pennsylvania. Just like the eran and younger talent, the Pac- meeting with Keystone, three ers should be a team to be reck- By April 9 Director of Vocations games against the same opponent oned with in 2010. < IHM Center in two days. Marywood played 2300 Adams Avenue uuu SUMMER 2010

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