FEATURES STUDENT LIFE STUDENT LIFE ENTERTAINMENT No reason to be bored Bucks improves its The lounge for our war When a Broadway star this late semester handicap accessibility veterans came to Bucks Bucks County has plenty of things New efforts are in place to make The Stars and Stripes provides a John Smitherman gave a perform- to offer, ensuring you have a great campus equally accessible to all, quiet area for students who are ance on campus. Christmas. ▷4 but is it enough? ▷5 veterans. ▷5 ▷8

Bucks County Community College The week of December 8, 2009 Volume: 45 Issue: 9

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30 years of Bucks geese problem solved woodworking

BY JOSHUA ROSENAU News Editor

The fine woodworking pro- gram celebrated its 30th anniversary this year. As part of the celebration Hicks Art Gallery is now showing notable pieces from three decades of Bucks woodworking alumni in the exhibit, "FW@XXX". The program is not the only thing being celebrated. For 29 of 30 years, Professor Mark Sfirri has taught stu- dents about the craft and design of woodwork. Now as

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SPORTS

Bumpy start for basketball

BY LIAM MCKENNA Op/Ed Editor

The men’s basketball team lost 82-62 to the toughest team on their schedule, A Bucks student and Gerty Photo by Annmarie Ely Ocean County, last Thursday. The team has started the sea- son winless, but the outlook BY ANNMARIE ELY also kind of works for the col- and very well behaved dog, runs us so that worked out,” said Mark is far more positive for the Features Editor lege. Before I started bringing her freely, while Della her younger Moore, who has worked for remainder of the season. we had a big problem with geese, brown and white companion Bucks security for six years. After starting off the sea- Bucks groundskeeping staff and that’s why we got her, to help stays leashed to the golf cart. “Bucks is kind of Gerty’s home son with losses to St. Joe’s solved a Canadian geese problem chase the geese away,” said Staff members at Bucks have away from home,” said Snyder. JV, Stevens, Reading, Central by getting a campus dog. Director of Buildings and noticed a significant improve- “One of the reason’s I got Della Penn, Montgomery, and Her name is Gerty, and the 3- Grounds Services Martin Snyder. ment since Snyder started bring- is so that Gerty would have some Lehigh Card, Harrisburg, and year-old dog helps keep campus Snyder has worked for Bucks ing Gerty along. company,” said Snyder. now Ocean County, the team walkways clear of goose poop by for 13 years and brings two dogs, “He’s had Gerty for probably Della, the 4-month-old puppy, has found themselves in a chasing the geese away. Gerty and Della, along when he the last three years. The dog has “Gerty comes everyday. She works. Gerty, a black and white eliminated the goose problem for ▷ Continued on page 2 ▷ Continued on back page

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NEWS ENTERTAINMENT OP/ED Leaving a Simply inspirational Have a romantic legacy Christmas

A Bucks club visits a Sandra Bullock stars Christmas isn’t construction project in a new movie that just great for fami- hoping to leave has Jesse Trout giv- lies, it can also be their mark. ing out big points. very romantic for you and your loved one.

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BY ADAM STAPENELL ward to and fundraise for. Every- Centurion Staff one is excited, especially the four [members] who have never expe- The members of the Habitat for rienced it before.” Humanity club were recently al- The expansion of the campus lowed to sign into this new building was neces- their names to sary as Rodney Altamose, execu- the new build- tive director of the Upper Bucks ing being con- campus described, “The [Upper structed as an “The Bucks campus] grew so quickly expansion to hope and ran out of room to offer the Upper “ classes. The new building (phase Bucks cam- would be two) offers a great deal of new pus. space for additional opportunities Club Presi- that the for faculty, staff and student… the dent Janine clubs community as well!” Jasinski led According to the Upper Bucks the members would website, Phase two will be “cut- through the continue ting-edge” and “green” (environ- construction mentally friendly, not the color). site, so that the to thrive” Phase two will be completed in nine members January 2010. could all leave their legacy on the Upper Bucks campus. Jasinksi said, “The hope would be that the INFORMATION clubs would continue to thrive at the campus for years to come and Anyone interested in the Habitat take advantage of the new space for Humanity club at the Upper available to them.” Bucks campus can contact: The area of construction signed Club President Janine Jasinksi by the students was the second [email protected] floor of the administrative suite. The Habitat for Humanity club Faculty Advisor Rodney Alta- mose helps to raise awareness of the in- The Habitat for Humanity club Photo by Adam Stapenell [email protected] ternational organization's mission, raises money for their local affili- Faculty Advisor Sandra ate, and helps with local builds breaks to an Alternative Spring state for a week in order to help travel to Lexington, Va. for their McLaughlin [email protected] conducted by the charity. Break Challenge. This program with a Habitat for Humanity spring break holiday. Jasinksi They also donate their spring sends the club members to another build. This year the club will said, “We have this to look for- New campus dogs help chase geese away

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 good idea. I wouldn’t want to distract them “It’s a good thing because it will since they’re here to do a job,” is still being trained. help monitor the geese filth,” said said 20-year-old Tori Frey, a Gerty and Della may very well 18-year-old nursing student Kelly graphic design major from Upper become unofficial mascots around Kitel. Black Eddy. campus. The dogs are very “I’ve seen at least one dog on Even students who are a little friendly and approachable. campus, and I think it belongs to apprehensive when it comes to “I remember these two,” said a the groundskeeper. I think it is a dogs are fond of Gerty and Della. student who passed by. “They’re good idea to have them to keep “I don’t know, some dogs, like adorable,” said another who the geese away,” said Katie Den- big dogs, are kind of scary, you stopped to pet them. ton, 22, a liberal arts major from don’t know if they’ll attack you. Some students were surprised to Doylestown. “The kind of dogs we have on learn that we have dogs on cam- “Gerty and Della are fun to have campus aren’t scary though, pus. with me at work and it’s probably they’re alright,” said Joe “I’ve never seen the dogs,” said better than having them caged Burghardt, 20, a graphic design 21-year-old Erich Kaiser, a liberal up,” said Snyder. major from Levittown. arts major from Levittown. Look for Snyder and his dogs Students who knew about the out and about at Bucks. Gerty and Della Photo by Annmarie Ely dogs seemed to think they were a “I would stop and pet them, but

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 look like two hands coming to- a young, motivated student was gether in a yoga pose," Sfirri said. that he couldn't raise the bar high the program's director, Sfirri is "Phyllis" also functions as a fu- enough. I was ready to jump also an award-winning educator. nerary urn, holding the ashes of through any hoops that he put in Two years ago Sfirri had the Finkel's mother who practiced front of me,” idea of having yoga. The ashes are not present in “I realized that you could make an alumni the showing. that kind of an impact on people show featuring Another notable work is George teaching at a public high school, work of stu- Dubinski's "G 3". At first glance, so when I got the chance to dents. He went “There’s it appears to be simply a flat tray teach here in 1981 I was over his class with four sides- not a big deal.One thrilled at the opportunity.” lists, tracking quite a sees that the bent shape of the tray This year, Professor Sfirri down former “ is impossible to form out of wood, was awarded James Renwick range of students, and or so it seems. Alliance 2010 Distinguished eventually nar- work in "He's taken a very rigid material Educator Award, a biennial rowed poten- there, and made it seem more fluid or award given by the exclusive t i a l elastic," said Sfirri. "But the tech- support group of the Renwick contributors some very nical gymnastics that he had to go Gallery of the Smithsonian down to about sculptural, through to make it, I still don't American Art Museum. thirty students quite understand." FW@XXX will be on dis- still actively most of it, Dubinsky is now a graduate stu- play from now until the making wood- functional” dent at the Rhode Island School of end of the semester. craft. Design. "I kept whit- When visiting Sfirri's class- tling it down, and finally I decided room, it is easy to see how some- on nine people who could be more one might mistake it for a simple roundly represented in the show- wood shop. But Sfirri's approach ing," said Sfirri. "There's quite a has made it more than that. Sfirri's range of work in there, some very students tackle issues of technical sculptural, most of it, functional." expertise as well as issues of de- One of Sfirri's favorite peices is sign, function, aesthetics, and a large wood turning by Doug structure, making student work Finkel entitled, "Phyllis". "There's equal parts craft and art. something about a large chunk of Sfirri credits Claude Fal- wood that is very easy for it to cone, his high school art look massive or heavy, but he very teacher, as his inspiration delicately turned it down to a very for teaching. "He raised small area and carved it away," the bar so high that it was said Sfirri. virtually impossible to get “Phyllis” by Doug Finkel "His intention was to make it A's. But what I realized as De-stress in Bucks County for Christmas

BY AMYLYNNBELLINGRATH At Peace Valley Nature Center Arts Editor in Doylestown, take an early morning walk and watch the win- The end of the semester is usu- ter wildlife. Bird walks are held ally punctuated by students stress- every Saturday at 7 a.m. and are a ing out over exams, final papers, wonderful way to wake up and get and the hustle of getting every- prepared for studying. Binoculars thing done before the last possible are not required, and the fee is date. Why not take some time to only $2. reflect on the past few months, The St. Vincent DePaul Church and get ready for the holidays with in Richboro is holding “An some great events happening both Evening of Christmas Favorites” on the Bucks campus and all over on Tuesday Dec 15. Bring family Bucks County? and friends and listen to Bill Mon- All this week, the Student Con- aghan and friends perform all of cert Series will be offering both your favorite holiday tunes. Au- vocal and instrumental concerts in dience participation is encour- the Presser Music Room on cam- aged, and kids are welcome too. pus at 7:3o p.m. on Dec. 7, 8, and The Bristol Jewish Center is Fonthill Museum, Doylestown 9. Free to both students and the holding a menorah lighting and general public, these events are a potluck dinner on Saturday Dec great way to take some down time Woodworking created by Bucks ing 215-504-8531. building and grounds, and take in 12 at 5 p.m. featuring a 7-foot-tall in between studying and writing alumni is also on display at the Bucks County also has tons of the festive decorations and lights. menorah. Rabbi Doris Dyen will papers. Hicks Art Gallery through Dec 16. great activities for people of all Refreshments and entertainment lead the ceremony of prayer and The Holiday Craft Sale will be The art exhibit is titled ages. Museums, concerts, and na- are also provided. singing, and a dairy potluck sup- in the Rollins Center from 10 a.m. “FW@XXX: Fine Woodworking ture events will both relax and ex- At the Mercer Museum, near the per will be served. Donations are to 6 p.m. on December 7 and 8. at Thirty” and is free and open to cite. For a complete list, go to Doylestown Library, winter sea- also welcome, but not required. Original works of art by the col- the public. The Hicks Art Gallery www.buckscountyalive.com and sonal events are happening, in- So don’t forget to take some lege’s ceramics, glassblowing, provides art exhibits and related click on the ‘holiday events’ tab. cluding the “burning of the time to de-stress. Bundle up, have jewelry, photography, and wood- activities for the cultural enrich- Listed below are some highlights. greens”, a ceremony which typi- some hot cocoa, and celebrate working classes will be offered for ment of both students and the gen- The Fonthill Museum in cally celebrates the end of Christ- your favorite winter holiday (or sale. Buy great gifts for family eral public, and more information Doylestown is featuring “Winter mas, along with a holiday choral the end of the semester!). and friends, and help support the can be found at Wonderland.” For a small mu- concert. Hot cider and cookies arts at Bucks! www.bucks.edu/gallery or by call- seum fee, you can wander the will be served. This event is free. The week of December 8, 2009 STUDENT LIFE 5 Handicapped accessibility is improved New renovations strive to make the campus equally accessible to all students

BY JESSE TROUT ditions. “I’d like to see various along with Penn Hall’s class- ing.” However, this semester, the area easier to access, and Sports Editor sporting activities for handicapped rooms. there have been zero issues con- adding closer parking spots, students like wheelchair basket- A problem area he has faced on cerning acces- newer ramps, and functioning ele- Recent construction at the New- ball or hand-cycling,” said Abbas, the Newtown campus though is sibility on vators. It also means adding clubs, town campus has made huge who also added, “these additions Founder’s Hall. Abbas said that, campus. sports, and various activities for strides toward making the entire would help us enjoy college life “the stadium type classrooms are With the re- the disabled students. school more handicap accessible. and attract more disabled stu- really bad. They’re built like a lec- cent additions Abbas put it best when he said, Various ramps and closer hand- dents.” ture hall, and having to sit at the Abbas cer- “although the new additions are icapped parking areas have been The lack of campus transporta- top of the classroom everyday is “Although tainly sees going to make campus better, it added, and the often ‘out-of-order’ tion for disabled students frus- really annoying. I was never able the new promise for still will not be the best or where it elevator has been fixed. This is a trates Abbas. to go in front of class to write on “ disabled stu- should be, in regards to friendli- huge step in making this campus He explains, “as far as I know the board.” additions dents in the ness and overall appeal. The addi- equally accessible to each and there are no buses offered to hand- Still, Abbas credits The Office are going future as he tion of clubs and sports for every student. icapped students, but this should of Disability Services at Bucks for said, “with the disabled students would make this According to one handicapped be added for those of us who are meeting the many needs of dis- to make recent con- school more attractive for disabled student, there are several areas of handicapped.” Abbas is able to abled students. campus struction to students looking for a community improvement that have not yet drive on his own, however he still “In basic chemistry last year, the make Bucks college in Pennsylvania.” been addressed that could make strongly feels that transportation organic chemistry classroom was better,it more handi- Bucks is certainly moving in the this college much more attractive should be offered. entirely too small and The Office still will capped acces- right direction with each upgrade, to other disabled students in Abbas realizes that while it is of Disability Services was able to sible, it’s and with support as well as a push Bucks County. challenging to make every area of get us into a larger room because not be going to be a from students hopefully they will Shaida Abbas, 21, from Mor- a school handicapped accessible, of my wheelchair,” said Abbas. the best” lot better for give disabled students a chance at risville had his inspiring story told Bucks has made a serious attempt In previous semesters, Abbas years to fully enjoying their college expe- in the Nov. 3 issue of the Centu- over the past few semesters that he faced many issues at Bucks such come.” rience as well. rion, and now he has a few sug- has been here. In his opinion, the as the broken elevators, tightly Making a business or school As Abbas points out, “there’s gestions for the Bucks personnel library and lunch areas are among packed classrooms, and poor ac- more handicapped-accessible has still a long way to go.” that could make these needed ad- the easiest to access on campus, cess that he said was “dishearten- more to do with simply making The Stars and Stripes Lounge provides room for students who are veterans Carol Brandt, Administrative As- ances, and artwork were donated sistant of Student Life Services lo- from other parts of the school, in- cated in Newtown, sees the Stars cluding the Culinary department. and Stripes lounge as a great place "This lounge has a coffee maker for Bucks veterans to take a so vets don't have to pay for it breather from the hectic place that while on campus, and also a re- Newtown's campus can be. frigerator that we stock with bot- "It's a very quiet place. Our mili- tled water for them to use freely. tary veteran students have an op- These things were provided by portunity to use a computer we Culinary,” said Brandt. have set up without much of a The walls are adorned by patriotic crowd. themes such as a large American “We also try to keep up to date flag and a photo commemorating newspapers and magazines for the Vietnam memorial. It is clear them to read when they have that this is a place for veterans of breaks from class,” said Brandt. this country to feel welcome. Most of the furniture, appli-

Online shopping the easy way out for students

BY MATTHEW FLOWERS online is cheaper in the long run.” Entertainment Editor Time constraints are big part of why students are doing their shop- With little time to go out and ping online. shop for the perfect gift students With projects and finals to pre- The Stars and Stripes Lounge Photo by Rick Mauro at Bucks are preparing to buy pare for, students have even less presents online. time to spend on holiday shop- BY RICK MAURO “I've been coming here since it from the Student Life Office, this Kelly Adams, 19, an elementary ping. Stores are usually open until Centurion Staff first opened. It's very nice and “thank you” for our service men education major, works several 9 or 10 at night, but online stores quiet” said Longowsky. “It's also and women might not have come jobs to save up for the holidays. have made it possible for cus- He is a Newtown veteran who great to have a computer to use to fruition. “I work so many hours between tomers to shop at anytime. appreciates the new study area. without having to wait in lines or “The only thing that may make jobs that I rarely have time to go “Stores are only open so many He’s been using the Stars and anything.” this better would be a nice, big flat out and look around for deals. hours a day. If I only have an hour Stripes lounge since its inception. The Stars and Stripes lounge lo- screen TV,” said Longowsky. “Oh Online shopping can be done with or so break from work or study- Bradley Longowsky, 29, is an cated at room 112-4 in the Rollins and you know if there was a bath- a click of a button,” says Adams. ing, I can buy things online Environmental Science major Student Center of the Newtown room in here, I'd probably never Often, online stores can offer the quickly, and then get back to who was formerly a machinery campus gives Bucks military vet- leave!” same or a similar item for the work,” says Adams. technician in the U.S. Coast erans a quiet place to study and Quiet and serene environments same price, or sometimes even Stocks of goods found online Guard. He has served in places all relax during school hours. are not usually what former mili- less. are usually more diverse and more over the country, including The collaboration involving many tary members are accustomed to. Jimmy Tepel, 19, a physical ed- plentiful, because a website isn’t Hawaii. His duties, while en- different offices of the campus re- Fast-paced thoughts and actions ucation major, plans on shopping strapped for space the same way listed, included repairing helicop- sulted in the success of the Stars are required to assume the respon- online in order to save money on the stores are, making online ters and the very large C-130 and Stripes lounge. Without help sibility of keeping this country gas. “You don’t have to drive all stores less likely to sell out of an Hercules aircraft. from donations, and guidance safe for all of us. around to different places. To me, item than the local shops. 6 The week of December 8, 2009

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An in-depth science education. Hands-on research. In-demand graduates. 8 ENTERTAINMENT The week of December 8, 2009 Broadway star performs at Bucks Broadway crooner John Smitherman visited campus and showcased his musical talent BYAMYLYNNBELLINGRATH niculi Funicula,” he performed Arts Editor beautifully. He sang “La Donna e Mobile,” American tenor John Smither- but this time with support from the man sang a variety of tunes at audience. Everyone giggled as he Bucks on Nov. 14. The audience, tried to get the crowd to make which filled the theatre to 60 per- funny noises as his “back up.” cent of its capacity, was made up This was, in my opinion, the most mostly of older adults, the target enjoyable and spontaneous part of audience for Smitherman’s reper- the show. toire of opera arias, big band fa- At the end of the show, his wife, vorites, and show tunes. soprano Jessica Edwards, joined He began with a medley of what him on stage for a few songs. Her he called his “Mom’s favorites,” voice provided a wonderful ac- which included classic songs by companiment to his tenor. They Andy Williams and Perry Como. sang a medley of two stage songs, At one point, he sang a famous and as a last encore, performed a Tom Jones song, and even man- two-part harmony to “A Time to aged to elicit some girlish screams Say Goodbye,” a song made fa- for his interpretation of Jones’ mous by tenor Andrea Bocelli. dancing. These duets were the most in- Smitherman often paused be- spired of the performance, and I tween songs to joke with the audi- would have liked to have seen ence or provide a descriptive more. background for each song, and a Smitherman’s talent is clear; his bit of the song’s history. His jokes tenor voice rings true across the unfortunately sounded tired and variety of genres he covered. scripted. His comfort with his onstage He performed several songs persona was apparent as he from various musicals, taking smoothly transitioned between his great pains to discuss how and singing, easily delivered banter, when he has performed them. A and his well rehearsed engage- highlight of this segment of the ment of the crowd. But, his talent show was the song “Bring Him was lost on the younger audience, Home” from Les Miserables, which was put off by his campy which was emotionally moving. humor. His rendition of “Music of the I was happy to have had the op- Night” from “Phantom of the portunity to attend this show. I Opera” rang hollow, however. hope that in the future, more tal- The opera arias were impres- ent will visit the college to show sive. He sang “Nessun Dorma” all students the different styles of and solidly hit even the highest music that are available. notes. Another famous song, “Fu-

TV MOVIES MUSIC

Tuesday 12/8 90210 - CW - 8.00 Melrose Place - CW - 9.00 Biggest Loser - NBC - 8.00 Wednesday 12/9 Mercy - NBC - 8.00 So You Think You Can Dance - FOX - 8.00 Invictus (PG-13) Glee - FOX - 9.00 A look at life of Nelson Mandela (Freeman) after the Ghost Hunters - SyFy - 9.00 fall of apartheid in South Africa during his first term CSI:NY - CBS - 10.00 as president when campaigned to host the 1995 Rugby World Cup event as an opportunity to unite his Thursday 12/10 countrymen. Survivor Samoa - CBS - 8.00 Directed by: Clint Eastwood Greys Anatomy - ABC - 9.00 The Office - NBC - 9.00 Starring: Morgan Freeman, Matt Damon Fringe - FOX - 9.00 Release Date: 11 December Friday 12/11 Smallville - CW - 8.00 Dollhouse - FOX - 9.00 The Soup - E! - 10.00 Alicia Keys New album “The Element of Freedom” Sunday 12/13 15 December The Simpsons - FOX - 8.00 Cleveland Show - FOX - 8.30 Snoop Dogg Family Guy - FOX - 9.00 Avatar (PG-13) New album “Malice N Wonderland” A band of humans are pitted in a battle against a dis- 8 December tant planet's indigenous population. Monday 12/14 Timbaland House - FOX - 8.00 Directed by: James Cameron New album “Shock Value 2” How I Met Your Mother - CBS - 8.00 Starring: Sam Worthington, Sigourney 8 December Vampire Diaries - CW - 8.00 Weaver, Michelle Rodriguez Lie To Me - FOX - 9.00 Lil’ Wayne CSI:Miami - CBS - 10.00 Release Date: 18 December New album “Rebirth” 15 December The week of December 8, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT 9 ‘Blind Side’ is a truly inspirational film The true story of a homeless and traumatized boy who becomes an All-American football player

BY JESSE TROUT deal that evolves into weeks, cast of “The Blind Side,” do a cruiting process is perfectly ex- Sports Editor months, and eventually years. great job of addressing these is- plained and shows all of the back- As the movie continues, the sues and showing everyone that and-forth talks between coaches, “The Blind Side” is a newly re- viewers are slowly given a there is hope and a way out of bad until Oher eventually decides to leased movie based on the true glimpse of what Oher’s life was situations with hard work and de- attend Ole Miss on a football story of Baltimore Ravens rookie like before the Tuohys welcomed termination. scholarship. He achieved this offensive lineman Michael Oher. him into their home. Throughout Along with the Tuohy’s gen- after working relentlessly to raise Like most sport movies, “The “The Blind Side,” Oher continues erosity and the social issues that his GPA to meet their require- Blind Side” has the generic to be very shy and quiet; however are addressed in “The Blind Side,” ments. themes of failure, constant prac- he has short flashbacks to his this movie also has many scenes Hancock does an amazing job at tice, and eventual triumph. Direc- younger days when he was living that any die-hard football fan will laying out Oher’s struggles and tor John Lee Hancock does a in the projects with his mother, love. showing how he never ran from tremendous job of combining who was addicted to drugs. In the opening scene there is a them. The challenges he faced re- strong family values and beliefs During these flashbacks, the au- clip of former New York Giants garding his upbringing and home- into the movie’s overall feeling, dience can see that at a young age linebacker Lawrence Taylor sack- lessness as a teenager are Director: John Lee Hancock which really created more of fam- Oher was taken from his mother’s ing former Washington Redskins presented clearly and in a respect- Starring: Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, Quinton Aaron ily-drama type of movie that just custody and passed from foster quarterback Joe Theismann. Tay- ful way. so happened to center around an home to foster home. It’s clear lor broke Theismann’s leg in the Hancock also showcases Oher’s adopted football star. that his mother’s past drug use process, and this clip was used to determination and honor because can have in a person’s life by a The movie begins with a young and growing up in violent areas show why big strong offensive he never succumbed to the peer- simple act of kindness. Michael Oher, played by Quinton had deep psychological effects on linemen have become such a hot pressure that was present in his I believe the main message in Aaron, drifting in and out of vari- Oher. commodity. Taylor might have community of drug dealing and “The Blind Side” was to show ous school systems and not hav- In one of the most telling scenes never touched Theismann had a violence. All that Oher really how much lending a helping hand ing a guaranteed roof over his he shares with Leigh how he was bigger offensive lineman stood in needed was strong family support, can truly help change the course head every night. On one rainy able to overcome these chal- his way. love and guidance. Thankfully of another person’s life for the bet- evening, Leigh and Sean Tuohy, lenges. He tells Leigh that when- Oher fits this description per- the Tuohys were able to be that for ter. played by Sandra Bullock and ever there was drug use or fights fectly as he is 6 foot 4 and 310 him. With great performances from Tim McGraw, are heading home in their apartment building that his pounds, and, as shown in the “The Blind Side” is a perfect Bullock, McGraw and Aaron, the to their upscale Memphis home birthmother always had him movie, freakishly strong. The family film and is great for all film has been a success in box-of- with their two young children “close his eyes and count to other scenes that football fans will ages. The entire audience in the fices nationwide, grossing $34 when they pass by Oher or “Big three… and then slowly open truly enjoy are when the college movie theatre was full of father- million the opening weekend and Mike” wandering the streets. them, and everything would be coaches begin recruiting Oher. and-sons and mothers-and-sons $102 million since its premiere. Leigh is a sincere and helpful right with the world.” There are several cameos from but this movie is great for anyone. Because of the motivational and person with somewhat controlling This scene sheds a tremendous high-profile current and former This is not simply a football inspirational factors this movie is tendencies and her heart immedi- amount of light on the social is- college coaches such as Lou movie like “Varsity Blues” or a must see, and the football ately goes out to Oher. She invites sues facing not only Oher, but the Holtz, Nick Saban, Phillip Fulmer “Any Given Sunday,” instead scenes just make it that much him into her family’s home for entire community of Memphis. and Tommy Tuberville. “The Blind Side” helps the viewer more enjoyable. what they propose as a one-night Director Hancock, along with the The entire college football re- realize how much of a change we

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Charles Mann Elaine Bilk Charles Beem

BY ANNMARIE ELY “I could have used more self “It’s kind of a trick question be- going to college. When they go to you can. Stay in school. The most Centurion Staff confidence. It might have made a cause I wouldn’t have listened to college kiss them again because important thing you can do is difference in where I pushed my- me anyway.” the next day they are getting mar- learn as much as you can,” said Campus employees and stu- self. I don’t regret any decisions Some wish they would’ve taken ried,” said Bilk. “Life just goes Bunky Lancaster, a custodian. dents who have had between 10 I’ve made. I’m happy where I am. life a little less seriously. forward. you can’t always plan it.” “Stay focused on your educa- and 50 years to reflect on their 20s I’ve had the opportunity to work “Relax. You’ll get there. I People who thought back on tion,” said Charles Beem, a fac- told the Centurion what they wish helping people,” said Bonnie wanted to be a great artist…a their lives saw education as valu- ulty adviser for the honors society they would’ve known when they Brandt, who works at the help great something. Whether you get able. and a business professor. were younger. desk at Bucks. there or you don’t you might as “Absorb as much education as “My dad used to tell me, stay “The main thing is not to be well be relaxed on your way there. single, you’ll have lots of money. afraid to try. The worst thing that Why waste good energy?” said I didn’t listen,” said Jim Nasta, can happen is you have to try at Charles Mann, an English profes- who works in the bookstore. something else. Don’t be afraid to sor. One Christian’s Some wish they would’ve made take chances,” said Marian “You truly don’t want to know different career choices. Colello, who works for Academic everything ahead of time. Without “When I was in my 20s I Support Services. obstacles there’s no challenges,” wanted to be a police officer and I “Don’t believe anything you said Kathryn McConnell, a stu- view of holiday waited until my 30s. I wish I hear. Trust yourself,” said Carol dent worker in the Academic Sup- BY SHIJU JACOB ers.” However, the founding fa- would’ve done that sooner,” said Ford, who works in the book port Services office. Centurion Staff thers of this beloved country were John Baranich of campus security. store. “I’m appreciative of the hard not on the same page as Mr. “I wish I had studied what I “We are much more cautious as times because those are the times On Christmas day, in the midst Obama. wanted to study and not what my younger people. There’s nothing we learn the most,” said Mc- of buying gifts for their friends Thomas Jefferson once said, parents wanted. I wanted to study wrong with taking a chance and Connell. “When you think about and families, when many say X- “No nation has ever existed or fashion and I have a degree in el- trying something else. It’s okay it the days when you feel like you Mas instead of Christmas, when been governed without religion. ementary education. Not that I not to be sure,” said Colello. “Life are at your worst are when you many appear to avoid saying Nor can be. The Christian religion didn’t do something important,” is going to be an adventure.” learn the most.” “Merry Christmas” and instead is the best religion that has been said Elaine Bilk, an administrative “I would tell myself to focus Bilk warns that life goes by say Happy Holidays, my personal given to man and I, as Chief Mag- assistant. and not pay so much attention to pretty quickly. view of Christmas is that it is a istrate of this nation, am bound to Others would’ve been more what other people had to say,” “When you give birth, kiss your time to give thanks to God. give it the sanction of my exam- sure of themselves. said Tom Plassa, an art student. kids because the next day they are It is with great joy that I am able ple.” to write this article about my Lord John Adams once said, “The and Savior Jesus Christ and that I general principles on which the year to get the great deal. Or am also able to bring forth some fathers achieved independence they’re trying to get their shop- background on how our country were . . . the general principles of The craziest day ping done in one shot. When it was founded on the Christian Christianity.” comes down to it is it really worth faith. And Woodrow Wilson once it? Is that $100 you save on that Christmas time is a wonderful said, “America was born a Chris- of shopping DVD player really worth waking time for families to come together, tian nation – America was born to up that early (probably nursing a enjoy one another’s presence by exemplify that devotion to the el- hangover from Thanksgiving)? I catching up on things, joyfully ements of righteousness which are BY MARK MAROZZI when the stores open to get great don’t see it, and I don’t think I opening gifts, and reflecting on derived from the revelations of Centurion Staff deals on things like tickle me ever will. the past. Holy Scripture.” Elmo or a number of other ob- I know I sound like a hypocrite For born-again Christians, how- As a matter of fact, 24 out of the Black Friday is easily the crazi- scure gifts that can’t wait until the because I’ve mentioned how I ever, Christmas is a time to come 56 men who signed the Declara- est and most stressful shopping next day while trampling hun- went out this year and a few years together with their fellow brothers tion of Independence had degrees day of the year. But yet millions dreds of people in the process. ago. But I think a good night’s and sisters in Christ, and to expe- in seminary or Bible school. of people still make it a priority to I usually only go once every sleep would have been a bigger rience a heartfelt time of worship To say that America was wake up at 3 a.m. and go out two or three years. But this year, I prize. and thanksgiving for all the good founded by a bunch of pagans is knowing what they’re in for. went like the millions of others I believe there are a lot of peo- things the Lord has done in our absurd. The reason our country According to wisegeek.com, the and ended up getting great deals ple out there who love Black Fri- lives; the most important gift has a diversity of religions, be- word "black" in Black Friday on a few electronics I needed like day and who look forward to it all being the gift of Jesus. liefs, and cultures, and why our refers to the term "in the black,” a digital camera and a new blue- year long. I know many of those If it wasn’t for Jesus, I wouldn’t First Amendment states, "Con- meaning making a profit. Today, ray player. And I got more than 60 people. I'm not knocking it for be the person I am today. If it was- gress shall make no law respect- Black Friday is not a crucial percent off. everyone. If you like waking up n’t for Jesus, I might not even be ing an establishment of religion, source of profit to retailers, but is However, Black Friday is more that early and beating people alive at the present moment. If it or prohibiting the free exercise important in driving traffic into than great deals on presents; it’s away with a stick as you sift wasn’t for Jesus, I would’ve never thereof,” is because my God is a stores. Many retailers mail special watching other people fight over through a crowd of people, then had the life-changing experience I God of Love. Black Friday circulars to con- the same gift. It’s seeing them run that’s great more power to you. . had in June of 2006 that I cherish The Christian faith doesn’t sumers, announcing deeply dis- for position in line. The funniest Word to the wise, if you’ve every day. teach forcing religion down peo- counted items in the hopes that of all is watching them run up and never been out on Black Friday, According to President Obama, ple’s throats, although unfortu- consumers will visit their store on down the aisles trying to swerve but you plan to be in the future, do “Whatever we once were, we are nately there are Christians who Black Friday. in between everyone else knock- your best to avoid the crazy mom no longer a Christian nation — at make that error. Our founding fa- Going out on Black Friday is a ing things over as they run to who’s ready and willing to knock least, not just. We are also a Jew- thers did not make that mistake. very weird tradition. The day after where they think the gift they you out for the last digital camera ish nation, a Muslim nation, a They knew their Bible. Thanksgiving everyone gets up want will be. her son wants so badly. Oh yes, Buddhist nation, and a Hindu na- So America, how are you going early and goes shopping at 4 a.m. Lots of people do this every it’s that fun. tion, and a nation of nonbeliev- to celebrate your Christmas? The week of December 8, 2009 11

to hang out again. After nine months of Married and very hanging out and enjoying each other, the Christmas and love much in love missing piece of the puzzle came: the pro- posal. BY HOPE KUMOR BY HOPE KUMOR Joe bought her flowers and asked her to them once a day. That’s fine. I’m just Centurion Staff Centurion Staff saying that each of you may have your come into the bedroom where he had set up own agenda and maybe you don’t have a picture frame with the ring in front of it. A question some people ask themselves She said thank you for the gifts, but didn’t I was reading a book called “The time to talk every day. Or maybe you do is whether marriage and dating are differ- notice the ring. Portable Romantic,” by Gregory J.P. have time. But what if you aren’t on the ent. “It was funny because I didn’t see it at Godek, which is a pocket guide to lov- same schedule and don’t really have “It’s the same. We love each other, and first,” she said. ing relationships, and there was one time to talk to them? This is where e- nothing changes besides wearing rings,” She was so proud he picked out the ring phrase that stood out to me. mailing comes in. Send your other a said Ines Martin, a 25-year-old Bucks himself. As many people know, guys aren’t “Let’s be honest: Love is not all that cute little e-mail. Or maybe you only nanofabrication technology major. as equipped at picking out jewelry, so she you need. However…. When you do have a few minutes and you see they’re Martin, who is from Germany, married was more than happy about the ring. have love in your life, it makes up for on aim, talk to them on there. Also, if 31-year old Joe Marin III on Sept. 27, He’s not a traditional guy, said Martin. many things you may lack. But if you they’re at work, you could go visit them, 2007. But that doesn’t mean he won’t open doors lack love, then no matter what else you but don’t get them in trouble. You have She fell for Joe’s personality, calmness, for her. have, or how much you have, it will to think of these ways to see them or talk artistic ability and the fact that he’s laid- “We’re different from most people never be enough.” to them. Another cute back. around us,” she said. This is very true. thing is to leave a But the thing about the couple is after The question on their minds lately con- There are many note on their car. they hung out for the first time on Jan. 5, cerns kids. other things than Just think outside 2007, they both said they weren’t sure “We will see about kids. We’re still not love. Don’t sweat it the box. about each other. sure. We’re talking about adoption,” said if love hasn’t found Now I’m not sure “I thought ‘I don’t know if he’s for me.’ Martin. you yet. It’s just not about you, but I He’s very nice, but let’s see what happens,” Joe supports her in whatever she does in your time. love Christmas. That said Martin. life. He is a self-employed painter, while Another phrase I espe- is my favorite holiday. On their first date, she didn’t expect him she is a babysitter. When she’s not busy, cially like is this one. And since it is December to pay. Also, she didn’t wear makeup. she helps him with his other business in ce- “News for men: When a and the semester is coming to a “I don’t like makeup. If I don’t wear it, ramics. woman says she wants more ro- close, I start to get excited. then why would I [do it for the date],” she The rather uncommon thing about their mance, she doesn’t mean that she wants Has anyone started Christmas shop- said. relationship is Joe said he wouldn’t marry more gifts — she wants more thought- ping for their other yet? I know. It’s Her host-mom, which is a person who anyone around the Pennsylvania area. And fulness.” probably too early for that, but you hosts people from different countries, was look at them now. They are happily mar- When I read this, I thought about the should start considering it. trying to put it on her and she took it off be- ried and loving every minute of it. other day when I hung out with my Here are some ideas on what to buy cause she thought she wasn’t being herself. A funny thing about Joe is he calls Ines boyfriend Reggie at the park. He is de- them. I would say when shopping for The next element of this story is love. “babe,” but when he wants to tease her, he veloping a romantic side. girls, your best bet is jewelry, a stuffed Ines Martin and Joe were texting and she calls her by her name. It was a nice day and he said, “I animal, a card . As for guys, I would say wrote to him: I love you. He wrote that he Guys flirt with girls in different ways. should have brought my blanket [for us cologne, something sports-related, a would rather tell her personally. Some guys ‘mock’ girls, which is another to sit on].” I told him that we could go movie. So a few days later, he was hugging her way of flirting, to show their interest. back and get it because we weren’t too Do you have plans to be together on tight and said, “Babe, I love you.” While Martin was talking about her hus- far from the car. He turns to me and Christmas yet? If you thought Thanks- While they were dating, they only got to band, she glowed. You could tell by the says, “No. It’s fine. You could just sit on giving was great being with them, imag- see each other a few times a week. That is way she spoke she really loves him. my coat.” I told him that I had my own ine Christmas. a problem between couples sometimes. Now for some people, you might say this coat and I could use that. He says back Another date idea for this winter could There just isn’t enough time in the day to was rather quick, but the good part of this to me, “I don’t want you to get it dirty.” be to go snowboarding, skiing or snow- see one another. But it worked out for the story is they seem to complete each other. The point was he wasn’t thinking of tubing. All of these things seem fun and two of them. “We’re still happy just like on the first himself, he was thinking of me. could bring out that side of you. Also, if Ten minutes after their first date Joe sent day,” said Martin, with a cheek-to-cheek Here’s a question for everyone: Do one of you falls, it could be a good way her a text message asking if she would like smile. “I was lucky he asked me out.” you think you should kiss on the first to get close. date? Also another idea that won’t cost I believe this should be left for the money is to ride around looking at the third time you hang out. I mean the lights around our area. Just look in the cheek is fine to kiss on the first, but no newspaper to see the featured houses lips. I think this because you should and go check them out. slowly be getting to know each other. I know of a place called Longwood Why rush such a great process? Gardens, located at 1001 Longwood Personally for me, I haven’t gotten a Road, Kennett Square, Pa. It is a place kiss on any of my first dates. But some similar to Peddler’s Village, but is has people are different. trees that are decorated with Christmas Another thing is kissing in public. I lights. It is a nice place to be with your see couples making out on the streets. other on a beautiful night. If you would Some are even getting very close, if you like more information go to know what I mean. http://www.longwoodgardens.org/de- To me, I think you can display your fault.html. Note: This one does cost love for each other in a different way money, but only $6 for students with an other than that. That’s like showing I.D. every one your personal business. It I’m letting you guys know this: Just could be quite embarrassing to watch. because this is the last issue of the paper I mean, I don’t mind a couple giving a for the semester, that doesn’t mean you quick kiss, but if it turns into a make-out can’t get in contact with me over break. session, then there could be a problem. Just e-mail me about anything you want Another subject I would like to talk to talk about. I will be writing in the about is how much you talk to your sig- spring semester also, so look forward to nificant other. that. I bet some people may think they talk I also have a group on Facebook to them too much during the week or not called: Feeling the love. When you type enough. I believe you should talk your it in, you will see this picture of a red other at least every other day. Now I heart; with that there are other hearts know that might sound weird to you and that show what a relationship consists you could be thinking: no, you should of. Feel free to join it. talk to them every day, or why do you I wish you all a Merry Christmas and want me to think about how much I talk Happy New Year. Thank you for your to them? interest in my topics. Well, some people may have this I hope you will continue to read my thought hidden inside their mind. I articles and stick with me. H♥pe “2” know my one friend talks to her Help. boyfriend every night. But don’t you run out of things to say when you talk to them every day? I know I would. I mean Email: [email protected] there’s nothing wrong with talking to The week of December 8, 2009 SPORTS Basketball season off to a rough start The men’s basketball team has suffered a series of losses, but the team remains optimistic

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 The team’s 0-7 record would in- new challenges. dicate poor play, but that is not the “The games have been like a tough spot. case. heartbreakers,” Durkin said. “I “We played hard, but it’s “I feel bad for our players right think we’ve lost a lot of our games tough,” guard Chris Esteves said now because their hard work and by 10 points or less.” after the loss to Ocean County. talent hasn’t had results,” Coyne Durkin feels the team has to get “We’re a good group, just have to said. “If you look at our team things rolling. In order to do that, keep battling and hopefully we man-for-man, we are better than he said that they have to keep their win on Saturday.” most of the teams.” head in the right place and stay Esteves played a particularly Though the team’s record would motivated during the rough start. strong game against Ocean indicate otherwise, Coyne feels “Yeah we’re 0-5 right now, but County, making an offensive play that the team is much stronger we play like 20 more games this nearly every time he got the ball. than they were last season. He season,” Durkin said. “We defi- “We just have to keep our nose found two reasons why things nitely have the talent to make to the ground and keep pounding,” have been off. some noise.” center/forward Dave Durkin said. “Turnovers and just not scoring Coyne has been very pleased Durkin, after having to make has been our Achilles heel,” with the leadership of Durkin and some early adjustments, had a Coyne said. Respass, not only on the court, but strong game against Ocean Coyne said turnovers are a par- off of it as well. County; he played especially well ticular point of concern. “There are no cliques; I think in the paint offensively and defen- “If you have turnovers, all the that is due to the leadership,” sively. defense in the world is not going Coyne said. “They have taken “It was a little different tonight, to be good enough to win,” Coyne these guys under their wing and not used to playing against guys said. showed them how to act and how taller than me,” Durkin said. However, when the team is not to be teammates.” “After I settled into the game, I turning the ball over, they have While Durkin and Respass lead feel I played pretty well.” had trouble making baskets. the team, Coyne would not say During the game Coach Steve Coyne said that none of his they are the stars of team. Coyne paced in front of bench, players has been playing poorly; “I don’t like to name ‘standout full of energy despite being down he feels the team in just in a bit of stars’,” Coyne said. “I let them by double digits most of the game. a jam. Chris Esteves Courtesy BCCC Athletics Facebook page show their actions on the court.” However, he did not do that to “I think that it is bad luck be- Coyne has always had a prob- keep his players motivated. cause we have guys that can to win.” 13 players on the roster, 11 are lem with seeing certain players as “I’m always up and yelling, it’s score; it’s like someone has just The wins will certainly come freshmen. standouts. how I am,” Coyne said. “I don’t put a lid on the bucket,” Coyne soon; the team is very talented. To be able to create team chem- Coyne believes that picking need to keep my players moti- said. “We have speed on the roster, istry early with such a young team standout stars can cause problems, vated; they keep themselves into Coyne truly feels that bad luck but not quite enough height,” is crucial. The roster includes that it can cause problems be- it and they give it all every time has held the team back. Coyne said, “which makes our players from: Philadelphia, upper tween players, players and they’re on the court.” “We have not had trouble with team very guard oriented.” Bucks County, lower Bucks coaches, and more. Coyne and the team knew that other teams’defense,” Coyne said. Coyne feels that the team’s County, etc. “We’re a team. We win together, Ocean County was not only an “The ball just has not gone in; I small height has not been an issue “It’s hard when you have fresh- and we lose together,” Coyne said. out-of-conference team, but the can’t be more blunt.” since the guards have played well. men coming from all over the An 0-7 record is a rather large hardest team on their schedule. While some bad luck has been There are also intangibles that place,” Coyne said. “It’s not like hole to be in at start of the season They saw the game as a learning in the offensive zone, it has not will help the team that can’t be these guys are all coming out of However, the team will have experience and a chance to make been in the defensive zone. found on a roster. the same middle school together four more games before the winter strides in their game. “Defensively, we are strong, but “We have great chemistry on or something.” break, two of which are home “Deep down, I believe in my we can always do better,” Coyne our team,” Coyne said. “Our play- The two sophomores, the cap- games: Dec. 9 against Delaware players; they believe in each other. said. “We emphasize defense be- ers all get along very well and tains, Durkin and guard/forward and Dec. 15 against Johnson. We just need to get a win,” Coyne cause, in any sport, defense is work very hard in practice.” Tim Respass, lead the team. For said. what will give you the best chance The team is very young. Of the Durkin, the season has brought Is Iverson the ‘answer’ for the Sixers this time? BY KYLE REAVES been on a decline. now, the Sixers are 5-14 and are in six All-NBA team awards. Not to Memphis decided to part ways, Centurion Staff His best season on another team the midst of an 8-game losing mention he led the NBA in steals Iverson didn’t find anyone inter- was in the 07’-08’ season in which streak. The team is currently in in 02’-03’ with 225, setting a ested in his services. The moment that all of Philadel- he averaged 26 points per game. 13th place in the Eastern Confer- 76ers franchise record. Many believe that this is be- phia has been waiting for is finally He followed up that season with ence. In what is perhaps his greatest cause teams feel he had little gas upon us as one of this city’s fa- his first sub 20 ppg average in Injuries to second-year man accomplishment to date, in the left in the tank, and worry that he vorite athletes, Allen Iverson, has playing with both the Denver Mareese Speights, starting point 2000-01 season he led the Sixers isn’t a true team player. signed to play for the 76ers for a Nuggets and the Detroit Pistons. guard Lou Williams, and big to a 56-26 record and an appear- Iverson would love nothing second time. For a player who has had the type ticket free agent acquisition Elton ance in the NBA Finals. It was more than to come out and be a Although most people seem to of success that Iverson has en- Brand have left the Sixers relying there that they faced off against a key contributor, especially in a be excited for his return, which is joyed, that has to be somewhat on second-stringers. With the Six- Los Angeles Lakers team led by city that loves him more than any apparent by the spike in ticket discouraging. ers struggling on both sides of the the dominant tandem of Shaq and athlete that has ever worn a Sixers sales over the last few days, many Last year Iverson was forced out ball, a player who has led the Kobe. The Lakers ultimately jersey in the last decade. are skeptical on how well the 34- of 28 games, which has a lot of league in steals and points may be proved too tough for the Sixers as The Sixers would like to snap year-old will play. fans questioning his durability. just what the doctor ordered. the Lakers took the series in only out of their losing streak and start The last time the city saw Iver- Although he insists that he has not Iverson has a Hall of Fame cal- five games. contending with the top teams in son in a 76ers jersey was in the lost a step, many people would iber resume. From the start he When it comes down to it, the the Eastern Conference that boast 06’-07’ season, in which he aver- rather see him prove this than proved that he would be a super- 76ers need Iverson just as bad as high-powered rosters and super- aged 31.2 points and 7.3 assists in argue that he can. star, winning the Rookie of the he needs them. Granted he did re- star players such as Lebron James, only 15 games before he was Whether or not Iverson can still Year award in 1997. He followed tire a mere week ago after an ill- Dwayne Wade and Dwight traded to the Denver Nuggets. play remains to be seen, but what that up with 10 NBA All-Star ap- advised stint with the Memphis Howard. Can both sides get what Since leaving the city of brotherly Sixers fans do know is that a pearances, an MVP trophy in Grizzlies saw him play in only they want? We will just have to sit love, Iverson’s production has change is needed. As it stands 2001, four NBA scoring titles and three games. After Iverson and back and wait for the “answer.”

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