THEVol. XLI NumberVILLAGER 4 Stevenson University Stevenson, Maryland October 27, 2014 Experiental learning takes students into “real-world” classrooms by Courtney Johnson Hall, the Philadelphia African American and Heather LoPiano Museum, Love Park, and the illustrious Villager staff writers steps Rocky Balboa scaled in victory. The students are now in groups working on projects that, near the end of Stevenson University has prided it- the semester, will be presented to the de- self on giving its students a unique educa- partment. tion that will equip them with both book Students don’t have to go as far as knowledge and real-world experience. New York or Philadelphia to get the same This “real-world experience” is called ex- quality, hands-on educational experience. periential learning, allowing students to Takisha Toler, assistant professor of mar- apply what is learned in a classroom to the keting, also decided to incorporate experi- professional world. ential learning as an integral part of class. Many faculty members are already On Oct. 17, Toler and other faculty working hard to provide interesting ex- members took the Digital Marketing stu- periential learning opportunities that dents on a trip to R2Integrated, a digital provide huge benefits compared to only marketing agency in Baltimore. traditional in-class learning. “The trip helped students see what is Christopher Llewellyn Reed, chair really happening day-to-day in a business, and professor of film/video, said that what to expect, how to network, and how most experiential learning programs hap- to make connections,” said Toler. Experiential learning is a require- pen “any place where you are meant to, Photo courtesy of Lori Rubeling right away, start producing work.” To of- ment, particularly for education students. The Communication Design III students pose for a group “selfie” in front fer students the opportunity for hands-on David Nicholson, professor of education, learning, Reed took students and faculty urged the importance of an “authentic” of graffitti art located in Baltimore’s art and entertainment district, Station of the film/video department to see New experience. North. York’s Museum of the Moving Image in “When students go outside the class- October. room, I don’t go with them and walk them feel comfortable with collecting their own tion, design, and delivery,” according to Those who attended learned about through the process,” said Nicholson. visual resource content,” said Rubeling. Fandango’s website. the history, technique, and technology of “They work with the team that is there, On Nov. 17, Michelle Damareck, “Fandango Productions will offer film, television, and digital media. On this people who do that job every day. Work- adjunct instructor in business communi- students a good overview of event man- trip, students “are learning practical skills ing with people off campus and outside of cation, will take her Event Planning and agement,” said Damareck, a former em- that are immediately used to create,” said your academic program elevates what is Publicity class students on an experiential ployee there. Reed. taught and practiced in a classroom to an learning trip to Fandango Productions in The goal of this trip is to expose the The film/video department is - cur authentic experience.” Baltimore. students to as much real-life experience of rently planning a trip to attend the South Lori Rubeling, professor of art, re- Fandango Productions focuses on event planning as possible. Since this ca- by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas. cently took her Communication Design large-scale event planning. reer is hands-on, visiting the site will bring “I am hoping this will be a great ex- III students to Station North, located in “As events become increasingly im- what can’t be taught through reading a perience for students to see, in an applied the heart of Baltimore, and the first area portant integral to corporate marketing textbook to life, said Damareck. way, the trends in our field,” said Reed. in Baltimore to receive state designation strategies, our clients turn to us for direc- For many classes offered at Steven- as an Art and Entertainment district. Sta- son, experiential learning is a require- tion North now serves as a national model ment. However, because faculty members for other districts. have seen its benefit, they have begun Rubeling chose to take her students Charity “trot” set for Nov. 2 choosing to offer opportunities for their there to work on their second project, students through course-related projects, “Creative Commerce,” for her course. by Brittany Bryant Katrina and Superstorm Sandy. and sometimes for extra credit. She has been taking students to Station Villager staff writer Morgan Somerville, director of stu- For example, the business communi- North since 2003 for experiential learning dent engagement and co-founder of Mis- cation First-Year Seminar students trav- field trips. sion: I’m Home, encourages people to According to the neighborhood’s of- dress up for the race. eled earlier in the year to Philadelphia. On Sunday, Nov. 2, at 10 a.m., Mis- There, they got a chance to visit Con- ficial website, “Station North is known “It’s not just about having a costume, sion: I’m Home will conduct its third an- stitution Hall, the National Museum of for its diverse collection of businesses, said Somerville. “It’s about having a cos- nual Halloween-themed 5K run, Trick or American Jewish History, Independence galleries, row homes, and artist live work tume you can run in, so that is what I am Trot, at the Irvine Nature Center. spaces.” excited to see!” This three-point Code Green event “Station North was used as an urban Awards will be given for best costume, will help raise money and awareness for classroom for students to become com- and drinks and snacks will be served. Where is WildStang? Mission: I’m Home, a club that travels to fortable in uncomfortable situations that Junior Annie McCoach, president Be on the lookout in each issue of areas in the United States to help rebuild are new to students, specifically in an met- of Mission: I’m Home, is expecting this The Villager for a hidden WildStang. homes. ropolitan environment,” said Rubeling. year’s event to have twice as many people Send a picture of where you found She wanted students to learn not to They strive to restore peace within WildStang to [email protected] for as last year. a chance to win a prize at the end of use “secondary or tertiary opinions but the communities that have been affected the semester. their own when researching, and also to by natural disasters such as Hurricane (Continued on page 7)

News, Reviews, Features, Sports, In this page 2 page 5 page 7 page 11 Issue: NEWS 2 The Villager |October 27, 2014 Lego Challenge encourages first-year students to get creative by Emily Rosenthal “Innovation of the struc- but that does not mean that other students Villager staff writer ture is very important,” said cannot get involved. Leading up to the Scholl-Fiedler. event, any member of the Stevenson com- However, she advised stu- munity can stop by Career Services, locat- dents to pay close attention ed in Wooded Way, and guess how many In the annual Lego Challenge, first- to their presentations of their Legos are in the jar on display. year students compete to create a struc- structures, as well. The winner will get two tickets to ture made of Legos that ties into the three The presentation can be no the Ravens v. Chargers football game on components of Career Architecture: per- more than two minutes long and Nov. 30. This includes a parking pass and sonal direction, discipline expertise and is presented to a group of judges pre-game BBQ bash. The winner will be professional know-how. that changes from year to year, drawn at the end of the Lego Challenge Tracey Cantabene, communications including many potential em- and must be present to receive the prize. coordinator in the Office of Career Ser- ployers. The only repeat judge The boxes of Legos are stored each vices, said that the ability for students to is President Kevin Manning, the year in the locked basement of Wooded find their strengths among their peers is Photo courtsey of Emily Rosenthal creator of the event. Way, right next to the Office of Career the best part of the event. The Lego Challenge will be held on Nov. 7. While other schools have Service’s Christmas decorations. The “There is an amazing energy that just participated in Lego Challenge staff will be spending the next few weeks happens during the event that’s hard to events, Manning brought to- pulling Legos apart and dividing them explain,” said Cantabene. gether the idea of building a evenly so that the competition is fair. While finding a place in the Steven- team creates and Career Architecture. Lego challenge structure and The Lego Challenge will take place son community is an important process, Anne Scholl-Fiedler, vice president having it exemplify Career Architecture. on Nov. 7 from 1-4 p.m. in the Owings the most important part is making the of Career Services, stressed the impor- The event is specifically designed for Mills gym. connection between the structure that the tance of communicating that connection. students in the first-year seminar courses,

SU-PON saves Stevenson students cash with impressive deals by Sydney Rebechi the Stevenson community. tickets to Ravens football tickets (includ- Villager staff writer Those who wish to use a SU-PON ing parking and dinner), school sporting should open the link on the SU Portal events, school art and theatre events and page and print the coupon or enter the even free Stevenson apparel, among other drawing. deals. Buettner said that recommenda- Stevenson’s own play on Groupon, SU-PONs include offers from school- tions for SU-PONs are always welcome, SU-PON, is used to encourage students, related activities, local businesses, as well and he can be contacted through campus faculty and staff to visit the portal and to as off-campus events including sports. email. university doesn’t make the businesses pay create relationships with the local com- The digital marketing department has SU-PONs will sometimes include a to advertise their deals. It is mutually ben- munity. made this a priority this year, considering drawing for something such as Ravens eficial. SU-PONs are coupons, offers, deals there is a new deal posted on the portal playoff tickets. Drawings allow Buettner’s SU-PONs are located on the lower and promotions for the Stevenson com- just about every week. team to track the number of participants right side of the portal page. This unique munity only. Deals are brokered by Ste- According to John Buettner, associ- who are using SU-PONs. When there is a feature for the Stevenson community was venson’s office of Marketing and Digital ate vice president for digital communica- drawing, there are often several hundred launched four years ago, said Buettner. Communications, and the team there asks tions, Stevenson is successful because the participants, said Buettner. local businesses to offer deals special for In the past, SU-PONs have included Relay For Life to enchant community with Disney theme April 10 by Taylor Cunha Elaina LoPresti, the survivorship cluding Phi Sigma Sigma and the business go towards the American Cancer Society, Villager staff writer co-chair for the past three years, actively communication major form teams to raise as well. works with local survivors before and after money for the American Cancer Society. Arguably the most sentimental part the event. She has been the top fundraiser Each year that Relay for Life has of the night is when luminary bags are lit for the past two years, raising over $5,000 been at Stevenson, participator and survi- after dark in remembrance of all the lost Relay for Life is an event sponsored for the American Cancer Society. vor teams walk around the gym counting loved ones and in honor of those battling by the American Cancer society that She relays in honor of her sister who, their laps. People walk for their friends, the disease now. Each luminary bag rep- raises funds for research while educating while alive, was diagnosed with stage-3 family, and even for people that they may resents a single person and is decorated people about the different types of cancer. Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma five years ago. not know. with names or pictures of the loved one This year’s fourth annual Relay for “I work so hard to affect cancer like At the event, teams bake goods to affected by cancer. Life will be held in the Owings Mills gym her cancer affected me,” said LoPresti. sell with proceeds going to the American Teams are encouraged to sign up for on April 10-11 from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. The For the 2015 Relay, Stevenson al- Cancer Society. There are also raffle tick- Relay on the Stevenson team page and to theme “When You Wish upon a Cure,” ready has 22 teams signed up. Groups in- ets for sale at the entrance that inevitably begin fundraising as soon as possible. will have a Disney theme. NEWS The Villager | October 27, 2014 3 Geometry-centered art exhibition on display in Gallery by Christine Edwards at the Johns Hopkins Metro Station, Villager staff writer commissioned by the Maryland Mass Transit Administration. He works in a large studio at his home in Baltimore, where he arranges “Circles and Dots” by Kevin Labadie each piece as it is displayed in the Gallery. is a collection of paintings, installations, The “Circular” series focuses on and sculpture from his “Circular” series. geometric shapes and patterns that draw The exhibit will be on display from Oct. the eye though the use of bold colors 20 - Dec. 18 in the Greenspring campus and shapes. The use of similar patterns Art Gallery. creates visual continuity in his works while A reception will take place from 6 - at the same time provoking the viewer to Photo from mica.edu/ Photo from 8 p.m. on Oct. 30, which the artist will examine the subtle variations within the attend. piece. Renowned artist Kevin Labadie will have the “Circles and Dots” Labadie’s artwork has been exhibited “In these words, I approach the circle collection from his “Circular” series on display in the Stevenson as an elemental body afloat on a surface,” in Japan, Germany and New York, as well University Art Gallery from Oct. 20 - Dec. 18. as throughout the mid-Atlantic region. said Labadie in his online statement. He is a local conceptual artist who has “The circumference of each circle is been the recipient of many awards for the orbit of its skin. When two or more his work, including a Maryland State circles touch or brush together, however Painting award in 2004 and a Fulbright slightly, there is transference of charges Fellowship award. at the point of impact. It is this electric PR club provides real-world experience Labadie was a member of the chemistry that attracts my attention.” painting faculty at the Maryland Institute Matt Laumann, director of cultural include Monsters of Hip-Hop, a hip-hop College of Art from 1986 – 2013 and is programs at Stevenson, has helped to by Zachariah Jefferson dance instruction organization, and the now Professor Emeritus. He received his arrange, promote, and run “Painting in Villager staff writer Blue Door, a small retail shop. Dynamic B.F.A. and M.F.A. from the Maryland Circles.” Laumann said that he hoped PR was able to come in and help both Institute, College of Art in Baltimore. Stevenson students “have myriad of “beef up their social media.” He has been responsible for several opportunities to become engaged with the Dynamic PR is a club created to This year, Dynamic PR is working works of public art around the city of arts” through this and other exhibitions give students with interest in a career in with a new client, the Stevenson University Baltimore, including a mural at the throughout the year. There will also be an public relations an opportunity to gain Fashion and Design Department. Enoch Pratt Library and a Design Art Talk at 5 p.m. on Nov. 12. practical experience while working with Members of the club have been working for Computer Animation Installation real clients. The club was founded in 2009 with Sally DiMarco, program coordinator, by Stephanie Verni, associate professor of fashion design. business communication. The club was generated not only to In the early 2000s, the university only satisfy the needs of PR lovers but also 2015 brings new January term, had one writing course in public relations, those students who are interested in and the department did not believe that advertising. Thus, the club is a crossover one course could provide enough real- between public relations and advertising changes to core curriculum world experience for students interested with the creation of promotions. by Jen Rosenbloom A May term will no longer be offered, in public relations. Dynamic PR then “This club could also be for those who may not want to do an internship in public Villager staff writer but for those worried about taking courses became the second opportunity for that had been previously offered in May, students to expand their knowledge and relations, but still want to experience the Bolt said that “no one will be stranded.” experience in the field of public relations. field as part of a team,” said Verni. The summer semester will offer extra Later, another course was created, The club’s current co-presidents are Students can expect some changes courses that are typically offered in May. Principles and Practices of PR, to further Courtney Hastings and Megan McSwain. to preregistration planning this coming Bolt explained that incoming expand students’ knowledge of the field. Dynamic PR has an official name, its own year, including a brand new winter term freshman will also face other changes as “A great thing about this club is that brand and logo, along with Twitter and designed for experiential learning. part of the SEE (Stevenson Educational we actually have legitimate clients, both Facebook accounts. The addition of a winter semester is Experience) program, formerly called the on-campus and off,” said Verni. Dynamic PR will help with the Color the most prominent of the changes. The general education (or core) requirements. A few on-campus clients have Run being held on Oct. 22, the Mr. and January term will run from Jan. 2- 25, and New students are no longer required included the theatre and fashion design Ms. SU pageant on Oct. 20, the food will offer three-credit courses generally to take IS 134 (unless required as a departments, for whom Dynamic PR drive for the House of Ruth and Relay for tied to experiential learning. prerequisite for IS 135) or a physical works to promote events throughout the Life in April. In addition, full-time student tuition education course, although an additional year. Club members help with promotions, “There may be another event for the spring semester will cover a upper-level writing class will be required. press releases, design of print campaigns, that coincides with the fashion show three-credit January course and up to 15 The SEE program has raised the creation of digital signs and even PR spots in the works right now, but we’re all credits during the spring term. Printed minimum passing grade for general on the radio. still brainstorming and working on the information is available and an email was education requirements to a “C” or Dynamic PR’s past outside clients logistics of everything,” said Verni. sent to students. higher, where previously students could Courses include opportunities for pass with a “D.” service learning and travel, as well chances Not all students are fans of the to develop storytelling skills, archival new academic calendar changes. Junior interests and historical perspectives. Megan Donahue said she doesn’t like the The spring semester in 2015 will run later spring semester because “it inhibits from Jan. 26 to May 17. The later start to students who like to work during the the spring term also means that students summer, starting in May.” who are interested in working part time However, she does see the positive side have a longer period to do so during of the winter term, stating that it is “great January. for the school, especially for students who According to Tracy Bolt, university may be behind in their major and haven’t registrar, the late start is beneficial to had time for experiential learning or study teachers too, who may want to travel abroad.” abroad with students. OP ED 4 The Villager |October 27, 2014

Building your own door The adverse effect of reality TV on youth by Zuryna Smith negatives, why is this show a hot commodity among the younger “If opportunity Villager staff writer generation? A steady diet of pregnancy dramas, overbearing doesn’t knock, then parents, relationship woes, and faithless partners set the tone for build a door,” said Mil- a show that offers no glimpse of any traditional values. ton Berle, an American Young adults are trading in dreams of being doctors and Some of the highest rated television shows are reality actor and comedian. lawyers for the glitz and glamour of reality stardom. Shows that based. Franchise shows such as “The Real Housewives” and The emphasis on advocate traditional values and encourage conversation have “Love and Hip Hop” have made being a reality star one of the creation of opportuni- slowly disappeared. most sought-after careers. ties through personal I fear for the new generation who won’t get to experience When people are asked who they believe is the most fa- motivation is extreme- Alyssa Yuan valuable life lessons from Danny Tanner and Cliff Huxtable. Editor-in-chief mous American family, neither the Obamas, the Clintons, nor ly relevant in my life I cringe at the thought of the next generation who will model the Huxtables are named. The Kardashian family reigns su- right now. I’m a senior their behavior after the Real Housewives, whose physical and preme by establishing themselves on television. They rose to graduating a semester early, and my com- verbal catfights are now notorious. fame with their hit show, “Keeping Up with the Kardashians.” mencement is less than two months away. I This is not to condemn reality television; it is, however, a The Kardashian family has become a multi-million dol- do not have a full-time job lined up yet. Re- reminder to take into consideration that there is more to life lar business, and they have won the hearts of millions of fans. ality is starting to sink in. More than ever, I than living it in front of a camera. Don’t throw away your aca- With their success, there is also great criticism from those who wish I could just go back to my first day of demic goals for the sake of reality stardom. And know that the can’t understand what the family does that warrants this level my freshmen year of college with the infor- habit of watching reality TV is as addictive as drugs or alcohol; of success. mation that I know now. even though you may know it’s not good for you, somehow we The show, while entertaining, promotes being overtly sexy When a high school senior enters col- spend countless hours glued to the narratives of other peoples’ and at times disrespectful. The younger siblings speak to their lege, everyone tells that excited and anx- ridiculousness. Do you learn anything from their stories? Is your mother in a way that is often inappropriate. The question then ious student that the years will go by in a life made better from what you have seen? No. And yet, the arises: what does this show teach? blink of an eye, so enjoy it while it lasts. I popularity of these shows continues to increase. Another commercially successful reality franchise, “Love thought this was a cliché statement – I told A final word of advice to those who want to pursue a career and Hip Hop,” showcases the African-American culture in a myself, “I have four years, that’s a long time in reality television: all money isn’t good money. Don’t trade negative manner. The show centers on the life of both aspiring (1,460 days to be exact).” your sanity for a quick payday. Finally, remember to have a and established hip hop artists and their personal lives. But sitting here writing this, I will tell backup plan. Fame and fortune don’t last forever; make sure “Love and Hip Hop” is full of fight scenes and scantily readers the same cliché words that I was that you are ready to deal with the aftermath of being a reality clad women who are seemingly proud to engage in activities told: college goes by before you know it. star. And now I’m here, perched on the such as physical fighting and unethical behavior. With so many edge of the unknown abyss in front of me. Employers aren’t calling me to come work for them. Job openings aren’t being emailed to me. Interviews aren’t automati- cally being set up. I would say opportunity isn’t knocking. However, I am in the pro- cess of building that door that Berle talks Straight from the horse’s mouth about. And let me tell you, it requires a lot of labor and materials. Luckily, I have grown here at Steven- What are you being for Halloween? son and taken advantage of the opportu- nities that I have built for myself. I never would have imagined when I went to my first college visit to Stevenson University that I would become the student newspa- per’s editor-in-chief. But, I have built con- nections and skills that have allowed me to do just that. This opportunity was a door that I created. Everyone has the ability to create op- portunities. Just as doors are made from materials and labor, opportunities are cre- “My boyfriend and I are “I’m going “I’m dressing “I think I’m going to be ated from one’s skills and dedication. In going as the Joker and as a vampire.” up as a cowboy.” an animal, a fantasy world, opportunity is constantly Harley Quinn.” like a bunny rabbit.” knocking. But this is the real world. Unless one is in the right place at the right time, -Olivia Brownley, -Coco Terry, -Jordan Myers, -Melonie Owusu, opportunities must be produced. biochemistry undecided nursing nursing How does one create these opportuni- ties? I don’t have a magical, definitive an- swer to this question. However, I can offer The Villager is published biweekly by the students of Stevenson University. Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the univ­­­­­­ ersity. We welcome all my two cents. Opportunities are created letters for submission. Address signed correspondence to the editors-in-chief at [email protected]. Letters may be edited prior to publication. when one has the motivation and desire to truly achieve something. This requires be- Editor-in-Chief Alyssa Yuan ing open to possibilities and taking advan- News editors Taylor Festerman, Frankie Reynolds, Kevin McDonough tage of favorable circumstances. Features editors Alyssa Yuan, Jasmine Moses, Ebi Short Even though circumstances are exter- Commentary editor Jessica Keech Reviews editor Sean Waag nally controlled, one’s motivation, desire Printed by Chesapeake Publishing Sports editors Alex Parker, Tara Shishmanian and openness are all internally controlled. Faculty advisor: Chip Rouse Circulation editors Taylor Cunha and Courtney Johnson This means an individual has the power to create his or her own opportunities. Lucky Anthony Allen, Jenifer Antonelli, Edward Bennett, Kristen Brooks, Andrea Brown, Brittany Bryant, Anthony Bunn, Shannon Burt, William Campbell, Shannon Clarke, Will Comotto, Julia Cooke, Bradley Crumbacker, Taylor Cunha, Chazi Diggs, Rachel Dolle, Megan Donahue, Donnuelle Durham, Landon Easler, Christine moments may occur where an opportunity Edwards, Justin Elam, Andrew Grimm, Kylie Handler, Lia Harris, Zachariah Jefferson, Courtney Johnson, Ricky Karnes, Sarah Kerr, Kaitlin Kirkwood, Kaitlyn clearly arises, but this is rarely the case. Lamp, Savannah Lawrence, Heather Lopiano, Alaina Maracotta, Kelsey Marden, Sydnie Marshall, Kyle McNamara, Shane Messick, Daniel Miller, Maia Milas, In these not-so-lucky moments, create William Murphy, Courtney Parto, Peighton Perrone, Brittany Punte, Emma Ragon, Sydney Rebechi, Chloe Redmond, Jennifer Rosenbloom, Emily Rosenthal, a game plan. Gather the necessary resourc- Tony Rossi, Alex Schoen, Siegfried Schmidt, Emily Shannon, Alison Smith, Sean Smith, Zuryna Smith, Matthew Staud, Julia Tobin, Tyler Turk, Alec Wendler, Ryan Winner es. Have confidence. And build that door! REVIEWS The Villager | October 27. 2014 5

Fox surprises viewers with “Gotham,” the newest gritty supervillain crime drama by Savannah Lawrence murder of Batman’s parents, Thomas and Villager staff writer Martha Wayne. Viewers are introduced to Detective James Gordon, Batman’s future ally in Gotham City, and Gordon’s promise to Bruce Wayne to solve his The new fall series “Gotham” offers parents’ murder. Batman and D.C. Comic fans insight Gordon’s promise sets the stage for into Commissioner James Gordon’s the connection that will develop between beginnings as a newbie detective. It looks him and Wayne. However, the majority at Bruce Wayne‘s development into the

of the pilot episode focuses on Gordon’s comingsoon.net Photo from iconic superhero Batman and how some introduction to the corruption within the of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains Gotham police department. Pepper. Martha Wayne’s pearl necklace be not part of the corruption, Gordon got their start. Fellow detective Harvey Bullock is later found at Pepper’s home, and the fakes the murder, telling Cobblepot never While the name “Gotham” is partners with Gordon to investigate evidence closes the murder investigation. to return. Gordon might later regret indicative of a show about Batman, the the Wayne murder. Their investigation The next day, Cobblepot tells his decision to let Cobblepot live, given pilot episode delivers something closer leads them to Fish Mooney, an associate detectives that Mooney planted the Penguin’s role in the Batman comics. to a cop drama. The pilot drew in 8.2 of gang boss Don Falcone, because the necklace on Pepper. When they question So far, “Gotham” appears to be million viewers, according to TV by the murder took place on Mooney’s territory. Cobblepot’s willingness to reveal a cross between a cop drama and a Numbers. It will be interesting to see how Gordon learns of the hold Falcone Mooney’s cover-up, Cobblepot suggests supervillain show. This may lead viewers many viewers return to watch in future and Mooney have on the city and the he hopes to push out Mooney and gain to question where the show will go from weeks. police department. The detective also power for himself. here and wonder if it will meet their FOX promises a show that “follows meets one of Mooney’s minions, Oswald Falcone tells Gordon and Bullock to expectations. one cop’s rise through a dangerously Cobblepot, who will become one of hide the truth, letting Gotham citizens “Gotham” has promised to explore corrupt city teetering between good and Batman’s future enemies, Penguin. believe Pepper was the killer. Because the the origins of many supervillains including evil, and chronicles the birth of one of the Following a tip from Mooney, Gordon Gotham police department is controlled Catwoman, Penguin, Poison Ivy, and The most popular superheroes of our time.” and Bullock are led to the home of by Mooney and Falcone’s gang, they Riddler. Yet for now, the show seems to It seems, though, that “Gotham” will Mario Pepper, a notorious criminal with agree. focus on Gordon’s internal struggle over tell much more of Gordon’s story than an extensive record. Pepper runs from Mooney orders Gordon to kill the corruption within Gotham City. Wayne’s. For Batman enthusiasts, this Gordon and Bullock, and just as Pepper Cobblepot because Cobblepot betrayed Viewers can catch “Gotham,” may prove disappointing. is about to shoot Gordon, Bullock kills her confidence. In order to prove he will Mondays at 8 p.m. on FOX. The pilot episode begins with the “Night” is the touching tale of a boy’s pain, suffering, and hope during the Holocaust by Will Comotto other Jewish members of his community are forced to run to another concentration Villager staff writer begin a journey out of a nightmare. camp, but only 12 make it there, including After spending days traveling via Eliezer and his father. cattle cars, the Nazis take Elizer to the last At the next concentration camp, place any person from his town would ever Eliezer’s father passes away because of “Night” is an entrancing story that want to be: Auschwitz. The book’s details his weary physical state. The camp is follows the trials and experiences of concerning the boy’s experiences in the liberated on April 11, 1945, and Eliezer Eliezer, a Jewish teenager, and his family concentration camp are both graphic and survives. during the Holocaust. dreadful. The book is the true story of Elie Elie Wiesel, the author of the When Eliezer arrives at the camp, he Wiesel’s traumatic experiences during the book, goes into great detail about the and his father are able to stay together, but Holocaust, and how he overcame those troubles and obstacles Eliezer, the book’s unfortunately his mother and sister are tough times. Wiesel is still alive today, narrator, must face and overcome, doing taken away. Eliezer never sees them again. and is still telling his story to millions of a wonderful job of forming a connection The men remain in Auschwitz for people. between the reader and Eliezer. a little over a year. They face the pain “Night” is an amazing story, a Eliezer is from Sighet, a small town amazon.com Photo from and suffering of the concentration camp captivating book from start to finish. in Hungarian Transylvania. In 1944, the together, but begin a death march after Though the story is filled with tragedy Nazis start to overtake his town, so Elizer, Auschwitz is evacuated in 1945. The Jews and difficulty, it is also filled with triumph. his father, his mother, his sisters, and the iPhone 6 continues Apple’s history of huge sales and innovative designs by Alec Wendler inches. The iPhone 6 is 4.7 inches with The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus have camera can shoot videos in 1080p at 30 Villager staff writer 6.9-millimeter thickness a two-up display and the feet per second and 60 feet per second, and the iPhone 6 Plus battery is, overall, better and slow-mo at 120 feet per second and is 5.5 inches and 7.1 than the iPhone 5S, 240 feet per second. millimeter thickness. adding anywhere from The iPhone 6’s cheapest model, The newly released iPhone 6 and This slender line makes four to 12 additional sporting 16 GB of memory, begins at iPhone 6 Plus continue Apple’s history them lighter and more hours of battery life. $199 on-contract, and $649 contract-free. of massive early sales and constantly portable. The fingerprint scanner, The 64GB model is $399 on-contract and evolving design, improving on the already The iPhone 6 and which uses the phone $849 contract-free, and 128GB model popular iPhone 5 and 5S. iPhone 6 Plus both have owner’s fingerprint in begins at $499 on-contract and $949 The iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus 64-bit architecture and place of a password, is contract-free. The iPhone 6 Plus is, on have stunned the marketplace, and indeed the new Apple A8 chip, back from the iPhone 5S. average, about $100 more expensive than Apple itself, with launch sales exceeding which is faster than the slashgear.com Photo from The iPhone 6 and its smaller sibling. 10 million units between both models, A7 that was in the IPhone the iPhone 6 Plus have All prices with on-contract are from according to a press release by Apple. 5. They have a 25 percent faster CPU, an all-new camera with f/2.2 aperture, AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint, while the Both have an all-new rounded edge 50 percent better graphics, and are 50 1.5u pixels, True Tone Flash, a new prices that are contract-free come from and are bigger than the traditional 4 percent more energy-efficient. sensor, and faster autofocus. The new T-Mobile. FEATURES 6 The Villager | October 27, 2014

Mr. and Ms. SU pageant highlights students’ talents and spirit At the third annual Mr. and Ms. SU pageant on October 20, 2014, David Parker and Julia Stefanelli were crowned as the new Mr. and Ms. SU, and Andrew McGregor was crowned as Mr. Congeniality. Six contestants vied for the title by competing in three rounds: a talent round, a career round, and a spirit round. The contestants with the highest combined score from both a panel of five judges and the audience would win the title of Mr. or Ms. SU. One of the traits needed to become Mr. or Ms. SU is a passion for Stevenson, which all of the contestants have, said Tara Shishmanian, vice president of the Student Government Association. Before the students competed in the pageant, they had to complete an application and meet requirements including a minimum 2.5 GPA, 60 credits, and a 500-word essay.

Mr. SU 2014 Ms. SU 2014 David Parker Julia Stefanelli

Class: Junior Class: Senior Major: Criminal Justice Major: Human Services Talent: Original poem Talent: Performing “Cups” titled “Brothers” from “Pitch Perfect” Quote: “I love being Quote: “What a better way involved on campus, and to end your college I wanted to give as much career than embodying the recognition to M.I.L.E. and idea of representing your the other organizations I school in such a positive am involved in.” way?”

Mr. Congeniality Runner-Up Andrew McGregor Jen Antonelli

Class: Senior Class: Senior Major: Chemistry Major: Business Talent: Finger magic Communication Quote: “I entered the Talent: Performing magic competition because I had a card tricks great time when I Quote: “Ever since my competed last year.” photo was put on the Stevenson website, my father called me Ms. SU. I thought it would be awesome if he could call me Ms. SU and it be true.”

Runner-Up Runner-Up Josh Martinez Elaina LoPresti

Class: Senior Class: Senior Major: Biology Major: Human Services Talent: K-Pop dance along Talent: Relay for Life Quote: “I entered the presentation pageant to have a sense of Quote: “It was something achievement at Stevenson I always wanted to try, and while broadening my this is my last chance.” horizons.”

Compiled by Shane Messick & Photos by Emma Pfingsten FEATURES The Villager |October 27, 2014 7 Patio Jams provide a relaxing, coffee house atmosphere for students by Lia Harris Villager staff writer

Patio Jams are monthly musical events, held by the Mustang Activities and Program- ing board (MAP), that offer “a low-key atmosphere intended to be a place for students to relax,” said Kipp Colvin, associate director of student activities. At these events, professional musical artists including, Gary Johnson and Nelly’s Echo, perform their music for students. Event are usually held at Pandinis, with different foods creating a relaxing coffee house atmosphere. MAP utilizes the National Association for Campus Activities (NACA) when book- ing an artist. NACA’s mission is to be recognized as the leader in higher education for affording its members with access to programs that support campus engagement. The organization provides Stevenson with the necessities to create college engagement with over 100 activities on Stevenson’s campus a semester, according to Colvin.

Some of the artists who perform at Patio Jams may be new names, so the experience SU Flickr Photo from gives them a chance at a different audience. Many students appreciate this aspect of the mini concert, as they do the space itself. It’s a more personal atmosphere than a concert, where it’s all about the artist and the crowd. Patio Jams has music, food, and socializing, which creates a comfortable environment for anyone who attends.

Mission: I’m Home run to raise money for trip (Continued from page 1) All are welcome to either run or volunteer. This “low-pressure” 3.1-mile run is one of the club’s many fundraisers. Registration is $15 for students, and $25 for non-students. To pre-register, email Mission: I’m Home at [email protected], or visit the Mission: I’m Home Facebook page at SUMissionImHome. There, you can find a direct link to the Eventbrite page.This year, Mission: I’m Home will team up with the St. Benard Project and is expanding services by planning three trips instead of two. This new addition gives volunteers more variety as well as increases the opportunity for more volunteers to join and make a difference. Photo from SU Flickr Photo from One trip will be held in January, one will be held in March, and the third will be held in May. Two of the trips will be to New Orleans, while the other will be in New York. A Patio Jams musician Gary Johnson was one of the guests who played a re- two-week class will be added to the January trip. In it, one can choose from MGT 440, cent event on Pandinis patio. Guests at the musical event (above) relaxed a Leadership and Service Learning class, or IS 475, which focuses on Special Topics. and enjoyed his sounds. ADVERTISEMENTS 8 The Villager | October 27, 2104

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You’ll receive 25% off your entire purchase! CALENDAR The Villager |October 27, 2104 9 Upcoming Events: November Tuesday 28 Wednesday 29 Thursday 30 Friday 31 Saturday 1 J.R. Mitchell Painting in Circles Baltimore Speaker Series: Women’s ice hockey Men’s & women’s Memorial Book Talk 6 p.m. Julia Gillard vs. Nichols cross country 2 p.m. Art Gallery(GS) 2 p.m., 3 p.m. MAC championship Library Archives(GS) St. Paul Companies Pavilion 11 a.m. Glee Club’s Memory study English Club’s Women’s volleyball Bachelor’s to Master’s Night of the Arts strategy workshop Halloween Dance vs. Muhlenberg information session 7 p.m. *CODE GREEN EVENT* 9 p.m. noon 5- 7 p.m. Rockland Banquet 7 p.m., Rockland B Rockland Banquet 1st floor, Garrison Hall Sunday 2 Monday 3 Tuesday 4 Wednesday 5 Thursday 6

Baltimore Mission I’m Home Women’s volleyball ELECTION DAY: Mediation Session Help Portrait Trick-or-Trot 5K Men’s & women’s noon 6 p.m. *CODE GREEN EVENT * soccer Polls open Menning Mediation Owings Mills North register online Field hockey 7 a.m.- 8 p.m. Center Design Gallery Bridal Party Reception Catholic Campus 1st round MAC Cru meeting LEGO movie night Ministry Mass 5 p.m. tournaments 7 p.m. 8 p.m. 7 p.m. Cherie Amour boUtique Ratcliffe Rockland B Rockland Friday 7 Saturday 8 Sunday 9 Monday 10 Tuesday 11

Baltimore Speaker Series: LEGO Challenge Football vs. Wilkes Catholic Campus Ken Burns 1 p.m. 1 p.m. Ministry Mass USMC DAY: 2 p.m. OM Gym Mustang Stadium 7:30 p.m. birth of the St. Paul Companies Pavilion Rockland B Marine Corps Women’s ice hockey Student-Alumni SGA Senate meeting vs. Chatham BSU Gospel Choir Speaker: Identity Theft Mentor Mixer 4 p.m. 5:15 p.m. rehearsal 8 p.m. *CODE GREEN EVENT* Rockland A 5:30 p.m. Rockland Banquet 5 :30 p.m., register online

STEVENSON SPOTLIGHT: Club soccer offers good competition by Siegfried Schmidt soccer because the NCAA-level sport “re- of Maryland College Park, and George- Villager staff writer quired too much time and dedication if I town University. The Division III schools wanted to keep my grades up.” the team played included John Hopkins “The club team is still competitive University and Frostburg State University. and allows me to keep up with my school The club sports program may still The Stevenson University women’s work and social life, not to mention my be a small one, but is a way for students club soccer team finished the fall 2014 teammates are super supportive and un- to be a part of the culture of Stevenson season with a win against Frostburg State derstand that we are there to win and University. University women’s club soccer team with have fun at the same time,” Burns added. At the moment, there are only sev- a 7-1 win. SU’s 24-women team had a The team met twice a week, Mondays en club sports available for Stevenson record of 1-6 for the fall season, plac- and Thursdays, for practices, and then University students: baseball, men’s and th ing 11 out of 12 in the Region-I-Balti- played games on the weekends. Burns said women’s basketball, men’s lacrosse, soft- more-Washington overall standings. that this was ideal for the club team. ball, women’s volleyball, and women’s The team was founded in the spring “It gives our players the option to soccer. An eighth team, men’s soccer, is in of 2013 by Matt Grimm, director of club play soccer without the seven-day-a-week the process of becoming an official club sports at Stevenson University. Morgan commitment that varsity demands.” sport, and will most likely be eligible in Burns, senior and captain of the women’s During the fall season, the Su team spring 2015. All teams are open to play- club soccer team, has been the captain played other Division I school’s club teams ers of all skill levels who can join by con- since its inception, after playing two years in conference, including George Wash- tacting the director of club sports, Matt for the varsity team. ington University, American University, Grimm. Burns said she began playing club George Mason University, the University Matt Grimm Photo from ADVERTISEMENTS 10 The Villager | October 27, 2014 SPORTS The Villager | October 27, 2014 11 Field hockey achieves 10-6 record by Ryan Winner to success. Villager staff writer However, the team still has room to improve. Martin said, “We can improve on tactfully moving the ball and pressing more.” With 10 wins and six losses as of Oct. She plans to fix these issues by using 21, the field hockey team is in a good the new video system the conference has position to finish the season strong. installed. Every team in the conference As a former Olympic athlete, head will be able to watch videos of their coach Laurel Martin has taken her competitors in order to create game plans experiences and implemented them into and study opponents. This system is much her coaching. She has instilled a strong, more reliable than the previous system, hard-working attitude among the players. which consisted of second-hand scouting Photo by Sabina Moran “We have a lot of speed on the reports. forward line and good communication on Martin has also created a goal-setting Senior forward Caitlin Dempsey passes by Wilson College’s defense in the defensive end,” Martin said. system for the team in order to improve the Mustangs’ match against the Phoenix on Oct. 16. The team is currently on pace to their abilities. She believes that the players best. MAC while also tying the school record finish with the first winning record since respond better to smaller, short-term goals In recent action, senior forward with 10 wins, matching the 2008 and 2013 Stevenson became a university. Martin rather than long-term ones. Caitlin Dempsey became the school’s all- teams, according to gomustangsports. has taken a specific approach in building This mentality has proven to be very time leading scorer (42 goals) on Oct. 16 com. the type of team she believes can have useful, for the team has been progressing against Wilson College. The team will play their next long-term success. consistently from game to game. A 3-2 win Senior forward Alison Kagel scored conference match on Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. at “I am taking on the recruiting process in overtime against Alvernia University her ninth career game-winning goal Mustang Stadium against Hood College. by bringing in tough, hard-working kids on Oct. 18 demonstrated the Mustangs’ against Alvernia. The win boosted the with strong leadership mentalities,” she dedication to making this season their said. Martin believes this attitude will lead Mustangs to 10-6 overall and 2-2 in the SU Ice hockey team eagerly awaits start of 2014-15 season by Ricky Karnes A full 25-game schedule begins on forward to watching our team grow as a promote individual and team skills will be Villager staff writer Oct. 31, but the first home game will whole and also to see everyone develop a special focus during the season. Further take place Nov. 8 at the Reisterstown as individual athletes. But above all, I am work on special teams will continue the Sportsplex. Head coach Tracy Johnson excited to win games and have a successful dominance of the penalty kill and power plans to focus on player development season with this group of young women.” plays. A new attitude paired with a fresh and wants to increase the team’s scoring Last season the Mustangs walked The team is only three years old, and roster means the women’s ice hockey potential this season. away with an 8-16-1 record. Johnson is while in Division III, the team is league- program is eagerly awaiting the start of Team captain Victoria Emoff said, hoping to achieve a .500 season or better less for the time being. Building a legacy the new season. “I would have to say that I am looking this year. of success means encouraging hard- The squad has plenty of young talent, working, determined student-athletes. and with the starting lineup still up in the This year, at least seven players on the air, the escalated competition will give the team will mentor students at Chatsworth Mustangs an advantage. The roster is full Elementary School in Reisterstown. The with 26 players and two goalies. student-athletes from ice hockey include The struggle for starting spots will be sophomores McKenzie Taggart, Megan fierce, and the team believes the first few Donahue, Liana Vazquez, Kristen games will be action-packed. Returning Webber, Sydney Hughes, Brooke Webber players will also have to vie for a spot, for and Sarah Modzelewski. as Johnson said, “Last year was last year.” Home games take place at the The major goals, and the future Reisterstown Sportsplex, 10 minutes from success of the team, lean on conditioning the Owings Mills campus. The first home to play faster. Player development to game will be on Nov. 8 at 5:15 p.m.

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443-334-2343 SPORTS 12 The Villager | October 27, 2014 Stevenson welcomes inductees into Hall of Fame by Andrew Grimm pated in one sport for at least two tradi- Villager staff writer tional seasons. “It’s an honor and a humbling expe- rience to be inducted in the first-ever class of the Stevenson Athletics Hall of Fame,’’ During Homecoming weekend, the said Kelly Matthews. Stevenson University athletic department He added, ‘‘I’m appreciative of the officially opened the doors to its new Ath- people who voted for me, though I’ve nev- letics Hall of Fame. er played for fame or honor. I’m proud of The inaugural class was inducted on where the program started, and how far Oct. 25, featuring seven former athletes, we have come since the start. It’s been an one former director of physical educa- amazing change.” tion, and two former Villa Julie College The addition of the Athletics Hall athletic teams. The athletics department of Fame has inspired current athletes to held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. hope that one day they will be inducted. 22. ‘‘To one day be inducted into the Ste- This year’s class includes Kerri Har- venson University Athletic Hall of Fame man ’01 (women’s soccer); Dottie Hud- would be both an amazing honor and a

son ’00 (field hockey/track and field); Photo by Alex Parker humbling experience,’’ said junior Ste- Kelly Matthews ’98 (men’s basketball); venson lacrosse and Australian national Dawn McFarland ’04 (field hockey); Trey Stevenson Univeristy’s athletic department officially opened the doors to lacrosse team player Callum Robinson. Schackleford ’96 (men’s lacrosse); Tony its new Hall of Fame on Oct. 22. The display is located in the front lobby of He added,‘‘To be formally honored Taminini ’01 (men’s soccer); Heather the Owings Mills gymnasium and is open to all. by the college and recognized by the Ste- Valunas ’03 (women’s lacrosse); and Dick venson community for my athletic com- Watts (former director of physical educa- teams, we have wonderful people to rec- The Hall of Fame will honor former mitments and achievements would be tion). ognize and honor,” said Brett Adams, di- outstanding student-athletes, coaches and something I would treasure for the rest of Two teams were recognized as well: rector of athletics. administrators of the athletics program my life.’’ the 1995 men’s lacrosse team and the The opening of the Athletic Hall of for their accomplishments and service to th Students, faculty, administrators, and 2000 women’s soccer team. Fame marked the 20 anniversary of Ste- the university. families are welcome to view the Hall of “From the humble beginnings as an venson’s NCAA Division III athletic pro- All student-athletes are eligible for Fame, located in the lobby of the Owings upstart program to our first selections gram. All inductees of the inaugural 2014 nomination to the Hall of Fame within 10 Mills gynasium. to the NCAA tournaments and our na- class are graduates of Stevenson (formerly years after leaving Stevenson. Addition- tionally-ranked and national champion Villa Julie College) in 2004 or earlier. ally, they must have attended and partici- Women’s volleyball looks to continue conference winning streak by Chazi Diggs proved their conference win streak to 24 second year has been “amazing.” Even conference game. Villager staff writer games with additional wins over Com- though she is not a big talker, it is obvi- The Mustangs will take on Alvernia monwealth Conference rivals Lycoming ous that she takes a leadership role on the University on the road on Oct. 28. The College and Hood College. team. team will return home on Nov. 1, when Stevenson took the Oct. 18 win The team hopes to resume their win- they will play Muhlenberg and Lynch- The women’s volleyball team is hav- against Lycoming in three straight games, ning streak within the MAC, with one last burg College starting at noon. ing a great year once again, with a record 25-18, 25-17, 25-20. of 22-3, and 6-0 in the conference as of Senior middle blocker, Megan Miller, Oct. 22. had 11 kills, gathering double-digit kills in They lost to the Division III #19 four of the past six matches. Senior libero The Villager ranked Eastern University on Oct. 4, and Samantha Perillo had 21 digs, her fourth to Gettysburg College on Oct. 11. These match in the past five she has grabbed at ATHLETES of the WEEK two home losses snapped a 37-game win- least 20. ning streak at home for the Mustangs. Later that day, Stevenson faced Hood Regardless of these losses, coach College. The Mustangs dropped the first Dave Trumbo believes that his team could set, but rallied to win 3-1. have played better in both, but they were Sophomore Kristen Brooks current- in the game the whole time. He felt like as ly ranks in the top 10 of the conference a team they just could not put everything with 204 kills this season, adding 13 more together by the end of the match. kills in that effort. Perillo also had 19 digs, However, Trumbo and the Mustangs three assists, two service aces and a kill. are pleased with their play to date. While Some of the team’s success is attrib- they have had a few injuries throughout uted to the rookies and younger players. the season, the team is firmly holding on Trumbo praised freshman outside hitters to their first-place spot in the Middle At- Annika Swartz and Lauren Weaver along lantic Conference (MAC). with freshman defensive specialist Dean- ‘‘Even though we are in first place Alison Kagel Anthony Reid na Bradbury as part of this youth move- Senior Junior right now in the conference, no team is ment. Swartz leads the team in kills (206) Field hockey Football going to concede defeat,’’ said Trumbo. as a freshman. Weaver is close behind On Oct. 14, the Mustangs faced with 176 kills. Alison Kagel scored her ninth Anthony Reid had a total Widener University (5-19, 2-3 MAC) and “Deanna Bradbury is playing the defeated them in three games 25-23, 25- career game-winning goal of 239 all-purpose yards, best volleyball I’ve seen her play,” said 3:37 into overtime on Oct. 18 including 171 on four kickoff 22, 25-21. Trumbo. He added, ‘‘I knows that they against Alvernia for their third- returns against Delaware Although Widener’s record does not will continue to mature as strategists on straight win, making them 4-0 in Valley on Oct. 18. He also had show much, Trumbo spoke highly of the the court, but overall, I love what I am overtime wins for the season. four catches for 68 yards and a team. seeing from the group.’’ “Credit due to Widener, their record Trumbo also noted that Brooks has 43-yard touchdown. does not indicate their talent,” said Trum- grown tremendously as the season pro- bo. gressed. Over the summer, she had sur- Athletes of the Week selected by The Villager’s sports editors Stevenson’s win against Widener im- gery, and her transition from her first to