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By Joshua Wilwohl The fi rst event of the school Considering Mercyhurst and lack of exposure and ignorance for some students, Mercyhurst’s Editor-in-chief By Casey Greene year will be an airbrushing booth Gannon are both small, private, may be leading reasons for the roots are not an issue. News editor outside the Student Union on Catholic institutions, why do the difference. Sullivan contends that Campus Mercyhurst College Chemis- Oct. 11 in celebration of National two schools differ so radically in Another reason why the rela- Ministry is supportive of GSA try Department just got a little Mercyhurst College has expe- Coming Out Day. their views of the homosexual- tively similar schools differ with and has helped the group reach brighter. The department had rienced its share of wins, as well Local artist Christina Shaffer ity? regard to acceptance of homo- out to more than just the Mercy- 18 solar panels installed on the as losses, to rival Gannon Uni- will help GSA bring recognition Some attribute the open-mind- sexuality could be their differing hurst student body. college’s front lawn near the versity but it seems in the area of to the day by airbrushing t-shirts edness of Mercyhurst to the past ties to the Catholic Church. “We have good-hearted stu- Contributed photo maintenance building. open-mindedness, Mercyhurst is that will be available for sale. and present Sisters of Mercy who Although both colleges are dents and faculty here and reach- Volunteers from neighboring schools can volunteer at the Mercyhurst College Chemistry triumphant. Students will be able to choose founded the college. rooted in the Catholic tradition, ing out to the campus as well as six different ESO dances throughout the year. Department Chair Dr. Ronald From sports to academics, from different designs or per- The Sisters continue to be Gannon, unlike Mercyhurst, the community is part of our Brown said the college will use the colleges have taken part in sonalize their own t-shirts for a women who strive to keep alive is still part of the Erie Dio- mission,” said Sullivan. the panels to power the mainte- friendly competitions as far back donation of $6. the liberal principles upon which cese, which is headed by Bishop For this reason, Sullivan allows Students dance nance building and to research as one can remember. If students bring their own the college was founded. Donald Trautman. the students of neighboring high alternative energy methods. While the rivalry may continue clothing to be airbrushed the According to Dr. Marnie Sul- Senior Mike Thomas believes schools and colleges to take He said the panels will also be well into the future, in terms cost is only $3. livan, the faculty advisor of GSA, this is the main reason why part in GSA events, including for a good cause incorporated into certain chem- of tolerance of homosexuality In contrast, Gannon will the “intellectual freedom” the Gannon is intolerant. Gannon students. als with disabilities by their label, istry classes, in particular courses Mercyhurst has prevailed. hold any activities for National Sisters encourage contributes Trautman has written docu- Junior Ricki Proper, president By Julie Hranica Scoot Williams photo such as on the news.” that are part of the sustainable Eighteen solar panels have been installed outside the main- “There was no acceptance of Coming Out Day. greatly to the tolerance of Mer- ments asking homosexuals to of GSA, pointed out that, while Contributing writer Volunteers may be surprised to studies minor. tenance building. gays at Gannon,” Junior Kierri The university has prohibited cyhurst. abstain from sex. Gannon is intolerant, much of learn they have a lot in common Brown said the panels are not Cox explained, citing this fact as the organization of any group Sullivan believes the Sisters of According to Thomas, Traut- society is as well. Want to volunteer your time, with the guests with disabilities. operational and will not be on- cial because alternative energy ion University of Pennsylvania, one reason she chose to transfer associated with homosexuality. Mercy as well as GSA’s “power- man has also prevented any “I would love for all gay stu- work up a sweat and have a good “As the volunteers get to know line for a couple weeks, due to a sources are the way to go for the Messiah College, Pennsylvania from Gannon to Mercyhurst last Gannon also has a university ful faculty allies” in Resident affi liated group or organization dents to feel completely accepted time? Students dont have to the ESO clients, they discover permit the college must receive future,” she said. State University and Villanova fall. “I was never harassed but I policy that declares homosexual- Life, Campus Ministry and the from forming on the Gannon on campus,” she said. “But col- travel very far to dance the night that they often hold the same through the city of Erie. Brown said the college is one University. was looked down on.” ity as “immoral.” administration, all contribute to campus. leges are suppose to represent away for a good cause. interests,” O’Dell said. Once powered, Brown said of six Pennsylvania colleges and Brown said the department That is not the case at Mercy- Although Gannon’s University the organization’s existence and For the Gannon student body, the real world as closely as pos- The Expanding Sociability Freshman Katelyn Schulmeis- the panels will generate about 3 universities selected to partici- received a grant from the Sus- hurst, Cox said. Policies and Procedures state that to the tolerance of the campus. this means there is no possibil- sible and unfortunately many Opportunities Council from the ter agrees. kilowatts of power to the main- pate in Solar Scholars. tainable Energy Fund of Central Mercyhurst supports the stu- the college will not tolerate the Cox feels that the Archeology, ity of a supportive group like people believe who you love is Getrude A. Barber Center in Erie “The guests love to dance, tenance building – roughly the “Solar Scholars has students in- Eastern Pennsylvania that paid dent organization Gay-Straight harassment or mistreatment of Intelligence, International Study Mercyhurst’s GSA. more important than how you holds a dance every month for dress up and hang out with their equivalent needed to power an volved in the installation process for $15,000 of the $25,000 bill Alliance, which is an active part homosexuals, the same policy and other departments Mercy- Megan Brennen, a junior at love.” adults with special needs in the friends,” she said. average sized home. and monitoring process (of the for the panels. of the diversity department. maintains that “Gannon Uni- hurst is known for enables the Gannon, joined GSA after a Although Mercyhurst is not community. Schulmeister said her favorite He also said the panels are on panels),” said Brown. He said the remaining $10,000 According to the club’s mission versity, in remaining committed college to bring in students from similar group was banned from perfect, the founding principle ESO is composed of student part about the dances is the feel- a grid so the college will receive The Sustainable Energy Fund’s was paid for by the college. statement, GSA is an organiza- to its Catholic moral tradition, all over the world. the Gannon campus. of intellectual freedom instilled representatives from Mercyhurst ing she gets knowing how much credit for any power not used. Web site states the Solar Scholar Brown said once the panels tion trying to “bring awareness cannot condone a sexually active “Since we have students “Since we are a Catholic uni- by the Sisters of Mercy has College, Gannon University, the guests appreciate the volun- Sophomore Kyle Hart, who program is where “…students are operational, the college will and acceptance of all sexual gay lifestyle which is not God’s from so many different places,” versity, we aren’t allowed to allowed the college to rise above Penn State Behrend and Edin- teers coming to the dances. assisted in setting up the panels, are designing and implement- be able to monitor how much orientations to the Mercyhurst intention for our gift of sexual- explained Cox, “students here are have a group like GSA on our its rival Gannon in terms of boro University. Along with benefiting the said the college will benefi t from ing working solar photo-voltaic energy is produced by an online College community.” ity.” constantly being exposed to new campus,” said Brennen. “I knew tolerance. Each school hosts one or two guests, the dances also benefi t the renewable energy. (PV) technology systems on their software program that is acces- GSA sponsors several different The section goes on to refer- ways of life.” about GSA at Mercyhurst and For more information on GSA dances during the academic year, the volunteers. “I think it’s a start because we campuses to generate electricity sible to all students and faculty. events throughout the year to ence homosexuality as a “mistake Cox insists that since Gannon decided to join the club.” or the National Coming Out Day each with a different theme. “Students who volunteer for are starting to use other energy and energy.” “The goal is to have it as an bring awareness to the need for in the area of sexuality” and the does not experience diversity on While Gannon’s Catholic roots events go to www.mercyhurstgsa. Junior Lauren Weisser has ESO gain an appreciation for the that is available,” he said. The other colleges and univer- educational research that is oper- tolerance and acceptance. result of a “misdirected” youth. the same level as Mercyhurst, have proven to be suffocating com. attended many ESO dances human condition greater than Senior Nicki Van Gils agrees. sities selected for the program ational and defrays the electrical during her time at Mercyhurst anything that can be learned in a “They are definitely benefi- include Bucknell University, Clar- costs of the college,” he said. and looks forward to each one. text or a class,” O’Dell said. laker briefs “It is important for everyone The next ESO dance will Police and Safety Log to have experiences with people be held on Nov. 2 at Gannon Collegiate Golden Harvest that have special needs,” she said. University. The theme will be a Eavesdrop often? Harassment Harassment Disorderly Conduct Mercyhurst, Gannon and Penn State Behrend partner in second “So many times I see people star- Hoe-down. Zurn Hall 3926 Lewis Ave. 3909 Lewis Ave. annual combined food drive on Oct. 27. ing or making fun of them, and The dance will be at Mercy- Do your friends call you nosy? Oct. 1 Oct. 3 Oct. 5 they have no idea the kind of hurst on Dec. 7, Gannon on Feb. Case closed Case closed College discipline struggles that they go through.” 1, Mercyhurst on April 4 and Well, we think you’re perfect for the news editor Good People Gather Dr. Richard O’Dell, a profes- Edinboro on April 25. Criminal Mischief Controlled Substance Larceny/Theft Good People Gather: The Charlene M. Tanner Speakers Series sor in the education department, All students are encouraged position on the Merciad! Parking Lot #1 Mercy 300 3907 Briggs Ave. brings three of the most compelling voices on the frontlines of suggests that these dances are to volunteer. For more infor- Oct. 3 Oct. 4 Oct. 5 environmental advocacy to Erie Oct. 12-14. Many other activities important because “all too often, mation, contact Dr. O’Dell at Case closed College discipline Case closed are planned. All are free and open to the public. society as a whole views individu- [email protected]. If interested, contact Josh Wilwohl at [email protected]. -lakernet.mercyhurst.edu Oct. 10, 2007 NEWS PAGE 3 Mercyhurst more tolerant than Gannon

The fi rst event of the school Considering Mercyhurst and lack of exposure and ignorance for some students, Mercyhurst’s By Casey Greene year will be an airbrushing booth Gannon are both small, private, may be leading reasons for the roots are not an issue. News editor outside the Student Union on Catholic institutions, why do the difference. Sullivan contends that Campus Oct. 11 in celebration of National two schools differ so radically in Another reason why the rela- Ministry is supportive of GSA Mercyhurst College has expe- Coming Out Day. their views of the homosexual- tively similar schools differ with and has helped the group reach rienced its share of wins, as well Local artist Christina Shaffer ity? regard to acceptance of homo- out to more than just the Mercy- as losses, to rival Gannon Uni- will help GSA bring recognition Some attribute the open-mind- sexuality could be their differing hurst student body. versity but it seems in the area of to the day by airbrushing t-shirts edness of Mercyhurst to the past ties to the Catholic Church. “We have good-hearted stu- open-mindedness, Mercyhurst is that will be available for sale. and present Sisters of Mercy who Although both colleges are dents and faculty here and reach- triumphant. Students will be able to choose founded the college. rooted in the Catholic tradition, ing out to the campus as well as From sports to academics, from different designs or per- The Sisters continue to be Gannon, unlike Mercyhurst, the community is part of our the colleges have taken part in sonalize their own t-shirts for a women who strive to keep alive is still part of the Erie Dio- mission,” said Sullivan. friendly competitions as far back donation of $6. the liberal principles upon which cese, which is headed by Bishop For this reason, Sullivan allows as one can remember. If students bring their own the college was founded. Donald Trautman. the students of neighboring high While the rivalry may continue clothing to be airbrushed the According to Dr. Marnie Sul- Senior Mike Thomas believes schools and colleges to take well into the future, in terms cost is only $3. livan, the faculty advisor of GSA, this is the main reason why part in GSA events, including of tolerance of homosexuality In contrast, Gannon will the “intellectual freedom” the Gannon is intolerant. Gannon students. Mercyhurst has prevailed. hold any activities for National Sisters encourage contributes Trautman has written docu- Junior Ricki Proper, president “There was no acceptance of Coming Out Day. greatly to the tolerance of Mer- ments asking homosexuals to of GSA, pointed out that, while gays at Gannon,” Junior Kierri The university has prohibited cyhurst. abstain from sex. Gannon is intolerant, much of Cox explained, citing this fact as the organization of any group Sullivan believes the Sisters of According to Thomas, Traut- society is as well. one reason she chose to transfer associated with homosexuality. Mercy as well as GSA’s “power- man has also prevented any “I would love for all gay stu- from Gannon to Mercyhurst last Gannon also has a university ful faculty allies” in Resident affi liated group or organization dents to feel completely accepted fall. “I was never harassed but I policy that declares homosexual- Life, Campus Ministry and the from forming on the Gannon on campus,” she said. “But col- was looked down on.” ity as “immoral.” administration, all contribute to campus. leges are suppose to represent That is not the case at Mercy- Although Gannon’s University the organization’s existence and For the Gannon student body, the real world as closely as pos- hurst, Cox said. Policies and Procedures state that to the tolerance of the campus. this means there is no possibil- sible and unfortunately many Mercyhurst supports the stu- the college will not tolerate the Cox feels that the Archeology, ity of a supportive group like people believe who you love is dent organization Gay-Straight harassment or mistreatment of Intelligence, International Study Mercyhurst’s GSA. more important than how you Alliance, which is an active part homosexuals, the same policy and other departments Mercy- Megan Brennen, a junior at love.” of the diversity department. maintains that “Gannon Uni- hurst is known for enables the Gannon, joined GSA after a Although Mercyhurst is not According to the club’s mission versity, in remaining committed college to bring in students from similar group was banned from perfect, the founding principle statement, GSA is an organiza- to its Catholic moral tradition, all over the world. the Gannon campus. of intellectual freedom instilled tion trying to “bring awareness cannot condone a sexually active “Since we have students “Since we are a Catholic uni- by the Sisters of Mercy has and acceptance of all sexual gay lifestyle which is not God’s from so many different places,” versity, we aren’t allowed to allowed the college to rise above orientations to the Mercyhurst intention for our gift of sexual- explained Cox, “students here are have a group like GSA on our its rival Gannon in terms of College community.” ity.” constantly being exposed to new campus,” said Brennen. “I knew tolerance. GSA sponsors several different The section goes on to refer- ways of life.” about GSA at Mercyhurst and For more information on GSA events throughout the year to ence homosexuality as a “mistake Cox insists that since Gannon decided to join the club.” or the National Coming Out Day bring awareness to the need for in the area of sexuality” and the does not experience diversity on While Gannon’s Catholic roots events go to www.mercyhurstgsa. tolerance and acceptance. result of a “misdirected” youth. the same level as Mercyhurst, have proven to be suffocating com. Police and Safety Log laker briefs Collegiate Golden Harvest Harassment Harassment Disorderly Conduct Mercyhurst, Gannon and Penn State Behrend partner in second Zurn Hall 3926 Lewis Ave. 3909 Lewis Ave. annual combined food drive on Oct. 27. Oct. 1 Oct. 3 Oct. 5 Case closed Case closed College discipline Good People Gather Criminal Mischief Controlled Substance Larceny/Theft Good People Gather: The Charlene M. Tanner Speakers Series Parking Lot #1 Mercy 300 3907 Briggs Ave. brings three of the most compelling voices on the frontlines of Oct. 3 Oct. 4 Oct. 5 environmental advocacy to Erie Oct. 12-14. Many other activities Case closed College discipline Case closed are planned. All are free and open to the public. -lakernet.mercyhurst.edu PAGE 4 NEWS Oct. 10, 2007 ’Hurst lights up security Booze news “It’s a good idea,” he said.“I participating in the program will By Joshua Wilwohl don’t think this school is nearly as By Ashley Pastor be wearing black shirts bearing the Editor-in-chief Staff writer dangerous as other schools.” word “Statistic” in white writing. Gregorich said the college’s “As RAs we are trying to get Mercyhurst College students police and safety department con- With the safety of the students our residents to know what can could soon see another addition ducted a survey of 19 colleges and at heart, Mercyhurst Division of happen,” said junior Allison Rot- to campus security. universities in the area asking if Student Life is conducting Alco- tenborn, who participated in the Mercyhurst College Police and they have the system, the number hol Awareness Week Oct. 9-12. Statistic program. Safety are in the initial stages of posts they have on the campus The event features a variety of Oct. 11 will feature depres- of possibly implementing the and remarks about the system. events in which Student Life is sion screenings in the Student blue light emergency system on The colleges include Penn encouraging students to make Union from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 1 campus. State Behrend, Gannon Univer- healthy and responsible decisions p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Counseling Mercyhurst College Director sity, Allegheny College, Edinboro when using alcohol. Center and 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. in of Administration Tom Billing- University, Saint Vincent College, All week, students will have McAuley Hall and Baldwin Hall. sley said the college is in favor California University, Mount the opportunity to sign a pledge, The screenings, which are free of a pilot program that would police.unl.edu Aloysius College, Thiel College, committing to make responsible and confi dential, are open to all call for one or two blue lights Blue light systems are located Westminster College, Univer- decisions regarding the use of Mercyhurst students. installed on specific locations at the University of Nebraska sity of Pittsburgh at Bradford, alcohol. Thursday evening, Matt Eby around campus. at Lincoln. Duquesne University, Slippery “I made up my mind long is scheduled to speak about his “It’s more of a deterrent than a Rock University, University of before I came to college that I experience with alcohol, which perception of safety,” he said. patcher,” he said. “A blue light Pittsburgh, St. Francis Univer- wasn’t going to drink,” said fresh- caused him to be charged with Mercyhurst College Direc- also fl ashes that signals that you sity, LaRoche College, Univer- man Jillian Horst. DUI Manslaughter and DUI Seri- tor of Police and Safety Roger are in distress.” sity of Pittsburgh at Titusville, Junior Ashley Brudy said she ous Bodily Injury. The speeches Gregorich said the original plan He said there are three differ- LECOM, Grove City and Cha- signs the pledge every year. will take place at 7 p.m. and 8:30 began in 1999 with a Mercyhurst ent blue light systems. tham College. “It is important to be aware and p.m. in designated Residence Student Government proposal. There are two post systems Of the 19, 10 have the blue be responsible if you are consum- Halls. Gregorich said, however, – one without a camera and one light system. ing alcohol,” said Brudy. “I’m glad Alcohol Awareness Week will MSG opted to support a “safe with a camera. The third is a wall Slippery Rock University in Mercyhurst recognizes Alcohol conclude with a Remembrance walk” program where if students system that works in the same Slippery Rock, Pa., has 16 posts Awareness Week.” Ceremony at 12 p.m. in the Stu- needed assistance, they could call way as the posts, but is attached on the campus. The survey states On Oct. 9 the week kicked-off dent Union on Friday. for an escort. to a wall. that in the six years the university with pledge signing, a trivia chal- National Collegiate Alcohol He said MSG reconsidered the Gregorich said posts that are has had the posts only one call lenge at the Laker and the Statistic Awareness Week is typically rec- blue light system in the 2005- equipped with a camera would for assistance was recorded. program. The Statistics program ognized from Oct. 21- 27, but 2006 school year, but abandoned zoom on subjects when the dis- Penn State Behrend has 17 is designed to present students due to Mercyhurst’s fall break, the idea. tress button is pressed. posts on its campus. The survey with a visual idea of the conse- the college recognizes Alcohol Current MSG President Ma- He was not sure how much the states the college’s police never quences of alcohol. Students Awareness a week early. rissa Starin said student govern- pilot program would cost. received a call for assistance, but ment will conduct a student A 2006 estimate states one received “nuisance calls.” e-mail survey on Oct. 22 that will tower without a camera costs Duquesne University in Pitts- MAJOR FAIR include questions about the blue $3,250, while a tower with a cam- burgh has six posts on its cam- light system. era costs $6,000. A wall system pus. The survey states the posts Join us at the annual Major Fair “The body as a whole hasn’t costs $4,000. required a lot of repairs but, looked at this,” she said. Students said they are unsure “Parents love them; a great sell- Wednesday, October 10 from Starin said the blue light sys- about the blue light system. ing point for the university.” 8:00PM – 9:00PM. tem is good for two reasons. Senior Matthew Ferris said the Thiel College in Greenville, Open to all students who are Undeclared and “If an emergency situation system is a good idea. Pa., has six posts on its campus. to any student wishing to explore changing did arise, then that one situation “I don’t think it would hurt, “No calls in four years. Students their major or declaring a minor. is worth it,” she said. “It’s a nice but I don’t feel unsafe right now,” did not want additional blue perk for going to Mercyhurst.” he said. lights. Reason: Students have cell Most departments will be participating at the Gregorich said the blue lights Junior Stephanie Gibson said phones,” states the survey. fair, and representatives will be available to are activated when someone she feels safe on campus. Gregorich said the posts are answer questions about the major, its presses the distress button on “I don’t think the campus is benefi cial to campus safety. requirements, job and graduate opportunities the posts. unsafe,” she said. “I have never “Even if there is only one call and placement rates of graduates. “When they hit the button, felt unsafe walking home at night for assistance in six years, it may they have immediate contact alone or anything.” be a call that could really help Food and soft drinks will be available to all with the police and safety dis- Junior Kurtis Boyd agrees. someone in distress,” he said. in attendance. PAGE 4 NEWS Oct. 10, 2007 Oct. 10, 2007 NEWS PAGE 5 ’Hurst lights up security Booze news “It’s a good idea,” he said.“I participating in the program will By Joshua Wilwohl don’t think this school is nearly as By Ashley Pastor be wearing black shirts bearing the Editor-in-chief Staff writer dangerous as other schools.” word “Statistic” in white writing. Gregorich said the college’s “As RAs we are trying to get Mercyhurst College students police and safety department con- With the safety of the students our residents to know what can could soon see another addition ducted a survey of 19 colleges and at heart, Mercyhurst Division of happen,” said junior Allison Rot- to campus security. universities in the area asking if Student Life is conducting Alco- tenborn, who participated in the Mercyhurst College Police and they have the system, the number hol Awareness Week Oct. 9-12. Statistic program. Safety are in the initial stages of posts they have on the campus The event features a variety of Oct. 11 will feature depres- of possibly implementing the and remarks about the system. events in which Student Life is sion screenings in the Student blue light emergency system on The colleges include Penn encouraging students to make Union from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 1 Scoot Williams photo campus. State Behrend, Gannon Univer- healthy and responsible decisions p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Counseling Best-selling author Thomas Moore spoke in the Mary Mercyhurst College Director sity, Allegheny College, Edinboro when using alcohol. Center and 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. in D’Angelo Performing Arts Center at Mercyhurst on Oct. 9. of Administration Tom Billing- University, Saint Vincent College, All week, students will have McAuley Hall and Baldwin Hall. sley said the college is in favor California University, Mount the opportunity to sign a pledge, The screenings, which are free of a pilot program that would police.unl.edu Aloysius College, Thiel College, committing to make responsible and confi dential, are open to all ’Hurst gives ‘Moore’ call for one or two blue lights Blue light systems are located Westminster College, Univer- decisions regarding the use of Mercyhurst students. installed on specific locations at the University of Nebraska sity of Pittsburgh at Bradford, alcohol. Thursday evening, Matt Eby with their partner. Scoot Williams photo around campus. at Lincoln. Duquesne University, Slippery “I made up my mind long is scheduled to speak about his By Amy Zielinski & “I don’t make up this stuff Flat screen TVs hanging in front of the cardio equipment in the REC are tuned in to chan- “It’s more of a deterrent than a Rock University, University of before I came to college that I experience with alcohol, which Ashley Pastor about the soul,” said Moore. nels such as ESPN, CNN, Fox News or MTV. perception of safety,” he said. patcher,” he said. “A blue light Pittsburgh, St. Francis Univer- wasn’t going to drink,” said fresh- caused him to be charged with Staff writers “I have been inspired by Mercyhurst College Direc- also fl ashes that signals that you sity, LaRoche College, Univer- man Jillian Horst. DUI Manslaughter and DUI Seri- Zen Buddhism, ancient Greek tor of Police and Safety Roger are in distress.” sity of Pittsburgh at Titusville, Junior Ashley Brudy said she ous Bodily Injury. The speeches Thomas Moore certainly religions, Emily Dickinson, Gregorich said the original plan He said there are three differ- LECOM, Grove City and Cha- signs the pledge every year. will take place at 7 p.m. and 8:30 defi nes the Renaissance man. Oscar Wild, along with many REC gets connected began in 1999 with a Mercyhurst ent blue light systems. tham College. “It is important to be aware and p.m. in designated Residence Moore spoke to a crowd of others.” Student Government proposal. There are two post systems Of the 19, 10 have the blue be responsible if you are consum- Halls. over 300 students, community Junior Jerrod Markle found the gym more enjoyable.” The receivers have a head- Gregorich said, however, – one without a camera and one light system. ing alcohol,” said Brudy. “I’m glad Alcohol Awareness Week will members and faculty in the Moore’s diverse opinions hard By Ashley Pastor Junior Ashley Tuerffs agreed. phone plug, so students can use Staff writer MSG opted to support a “safe with a camera. The third is a wall Slippery Rock University in Mercyhurst recognizes Alcohol conclude with a Remembrance Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts to follow. “It makes time spent running their own headphones. walk” program where if students system that works in the same Slippery Rock, Pa., has 16 posts Awareness Week.” Ceremony at 12 p.m. in the Stu- Center Tuesday evening. “He bounced around from go by so much faster because The gym will not lend out needed assistance, they could call way as the posts, but is attached on the campus. The survey states On Oct. 9 the week kicked-off dent Union on Friday. Moore’s speech was delayed topic to topic; it seemed like he Mercyhurst College students your attention is focused on headphones for sanitation rea- for an escort. to a wall. that in the six years the university with pledge signing, a trivia chal- National Collegiate Alcohol for more than 45 minutes due to tried to hit too many points from never have to miss another something else,” she said. sons. He said MSG reconsidered the Gregorich said posts that are has had the posts only one call lenge at the Laker and the Statistic Awareness Week is typically rec- travel complications, Mercyhurst all of his different books,” said episode of Oprah – or any other Currently the TVs offer the “Now that the card swipe blue light system in the 2005- equipped with a camera would for assistance was recorded. program. The Statistics program ognized from Oct. 21- 27, but College Vice President of Stu- Markle. show – for a workout again. standard combination of chan- system is in place, students must 2006 school year, but abandoned zoom on subjects when the dis- Penn State Behrend has 17 is designed to present students due to Mercyhurst’s fall break, dent Life Dr. Gerry Tobin told Junior Cassie Powers enjoyed Sunday marked the fi rst day the nels: ESPN, CNN, Fox News remember their IDs, so being the idea. tress button is pressed. posts on its campus. The survey with a visual idea of the conse- the college recognizes Alcohol the audience. Moore’s speech. state-of-the-art Cardio Theater at and MTV. able to check out the receivers Current MSG President Ma- He was not sure how much the states the college’s police never quences of alcohol. Students Awareness a week early. A monk, musician, university “Having taken psychology the Recreation Center was in full Mercyhurst College Director shouldn’t be a problem,” said rissa Starin said student govern- pilot program would cost. received a call for assistance, but professor and psychotherapist, and religion classes here, it was operation. of the Fitness Center Thomas Herman. ment will conduct a student A 2006 estimate states one received “nuisance calls.” Moore claimed, “I would go neat to understand and relate to Students can now watch Sun- Herman said he will decide on Herman will continue to work e-mail survey on Oct. 22 that will tower without a camera costs Duquesne University in Pitts- MAJOR FAIR crazy” without a busy sched- the concepts in the lecture,” said day football on ESPN while on what channels the TVs display. with students to bring newer and include questions about the blue $3,250, while a tower with a cam- burgh has six posts on its cam- ule. Powers. the treadmill or catch-up on the “I don’t see any need for peo- better services to the Recreation light system. era costs $6,000. A wall system pus. The survey states the posts Join us at the annual Major Fair He has written over 15 books, “He meshed the topics well news with CNN on the bike. ple to come in and ask for the Center. “The body as a whole hasn’t costs $4,000. required a lot of repairs but, has had numerous audio and Wednesday, October 10 from and I found it really benefi cial.” “I think it’s something that channel to be changed on a daily The next big focus is on a looked at this,” she said. Students said they are unsure “Parents love them; a great sell- video recordings and has dab- “Care of the Soul,” Moore’s can get people really excited to basis,” he said. locker room. Starin said the blue light sys- about the blue light system. ing point for the university.” 8:00PM – 9:00PM. bled in poetry and music. latest book, is a combination get out and go to the gym,” said “I feel like we have something With the help of the Mercy- tem is good for two reasons. Senior Matthew Ferris said the Thiel College in Greenville, Open to all students who are Undeclared and “Focusing on more than one of his experience as a therapist, junior REC employee Kelsey for everyone,” said Herman. “We hurst Student Government, sur- “If an emergency situation system is a good idea. Pa., has six posts on its campus. to any student wishing to explore changing thing at a time is a vital part studies in Greek religion and Marburger. “It’s pretty great.” are going to keep the stations veys are available on the counter did arise, then that one situation “I don’t think it would hurt, “No calls in four years. Students their major or declaring a minor. of my creative process,” said psychology-based theories. After the installation of four for the time being, unless there near the check-in so students is worth it,” she said. “It’s a nice but I don’t feel unsafe right now,” did not want additional blue Moore. Most departments will be participating at the Moore’s new book titled “A ,37-inch fl at-screen TVs earlier is something like a Mercyhurst can voice what they want to see perk for going to Mercyhurst.” he said. lights. Reason: Students have cell Moore’s speech informed audi- Life’s Work: The Joy of Discov- last week, the rewiring of the en- game on.” at the gym. Gregorich said the blue lights Junior Stephanie Gibson said phones,” states the survey. fair, and representatives will be available to ence members ways to keep a ering What You Were Born to tire REC was completed and the Herman said the TVs will also “The Student Government are activated when someone she feels safe on campus. Gregorich said the posts are answer questions about the major, its soulful life. Do,” comes out in February. digital cable was connected. stay muted. did a great job presenting the presses the distress button on “I don’t think the campus is benefi cial to campus safety. requirements, job and graduate opportunities He explained that people Moore hopes that shortly after “TVs will defi nitely help the If people are interested in students’ wants, and adminis- the posts. unsafe,” she said. “I have never “Even if there is only one call and placement rates of graduates. should honor their past, have the release of his book, he will time go by faster when you have listening to the TV programs, tration listened and gave,” said “When they hit the button, felt unsafe walking home at night for assistance in six years, it may a good connection between the Food and soft drinks will be available to all work on publishing either a a tough workout,” said freshman receivers will be available at the Herman. they have immediate contact alone or anything.” be a call that could really help life of the soul and the spirit and book on medicine of the soul Dan Bremner. front desk in exchange for a “This was a win-win situa- with the police and safety dis- Junior Kurtis Boyd agrees. someone in distress,” he said. in attendance. have a long standing relationship or the Gospel. “I think it will defi nitely make Mercyhurst ID card. tion.” PAGE 6 FEATURES Oct. 10, 2007

I Fall Food Fix fun With Meg ERI If you haven’t noticed, it when winter roles around you seems like the entire Mercy- will be ready. for all hurst campus is sick. Senior Katie Zinn said, “This Contributed photo The cure for any illness is a is a perfect meal for a cool Headless horseman nice bowl of chicken noodle day or when you are not feel- soup. ing well. It is a great comfort from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. rieties of apples, juices, their Instead of getting your chick- food!” By Shelley Turk Tickets are $6.00 for adults famous handmade German en soup from a can, try this easy So someday when you have Staff writer and discount tickets can be soft pretzels, pumpkins, corn recipe to make your own. time to kill at home, make some purchased at Wegmans grocery stalks and much more. You can use rice or dumplings chicken noodle soup that you Although the weather store in Erie. Looking for more October instead of noodles if you would will be able to enjoy throughout wouldn’t clue you in, October After working up an appetite entertainment? prefer. the season. has arrived. from making your very own Visit the Erie Zoo for the Save some soup in containers Spend these next few weeks scarecrow, head back up toward annual “Zoo Boo” before they and put them in your freezer so -Meghan Dolney of clear, crisp days getting into campus and stop at Fuhrman’s close for the season. the fall and Erie spirit at many Cider Mill and Bakery. “Zoo Boo 2007” will be held events around town. Senior Kyle Scully has been Oct. 12 thru the 30 from 6 p.m. Looking for a pumpkin or going to Fuhrman’s during the to 9 p.m. Chicken Noodle Soup scarecrow to decorate your October month since he was a The Zoo will display Hallow- apartment? freshman. een decorations for the whole Ingredients Head out to Thunder Valley “Not only do they have great family. Stables in McKean, Pa. cider and other juices, but To enter and spend time 1 large roasting/ boiling chicken Located off I-79 on W. Stan- their bakery makes amazing watching your favorite animals 1 medium onion cliff Road, the “Horse Drawn pies and their soft pretzels are in a spooky environment, prices 2 large carrots, peeled and chunked Hayride and Scarecrow Festi- fantastic.” are $6.50 plus tax for adults 12 2 pieces celery val” is just that: hayrides, over Located close to campus on years and over. 2 bay leaves 100 designer scarecrows, a Gore Road, the Bakery and Mill Bring some kiddies along for Parsley headless horseman, pumpkin celebrated its 110th anniversary free trick-or-treating. patch, food and pumpkin can- in 2006. Erie is beautiful during the Peppercorns non. For the month of October fall so get out there and explore Salt The event runs every Satur- the Mill is open 8:30 a.m. to all of the fall activies in the ½ pound pasta, uncooked day from Oct. 6-27 and is open 8:00 p.m., selling over 15 va- Erie area. Directions 1.) Put everything except for the noodles in Get to know... a large stockpot and cover with a lot of water. Name: Joe Zamora 2.) Bring to a boil and skim the top to re- Year: Senior move anything that is not wanted, like chicken Major: Communication parts. Hometown: Akron, Ohio 3.) Let the soup simmer for about 3 hours Favorite thing about Mercyhurst: Friendly atmo- and taste it occasionally. sphere, beautiful campus and student involvement, such 4.) Take the chicken out of the soup and as MSG and SAC pick off any pieces of chicken that might be left Least Favorite thing about Mercyhurst: Lack of on the bone to put in the soup. a theater program 5.) Reheat the soup on the stove, but add the Activites: Resident Assistant, Mercyhurst plays and noodles in order to cook them while the soup Joe Zamora musicals, co-host and director of shows on Hurst TV reheats. PAGE 6 FEATURES Oct. 10, 2007 Oct. 10, 2007 FEATURES PAGE 7

Fall I Food Fix Laker Fall Term Inn fun With Meg Dinner: Galley Grill S-Grilled Chicken Sandwich If you haven’t noticed, it when winter roles around you ERI M- Mushroom & Swiss Burger seems like the entire Mercy- will be ready. Lunch: T- Crab Cake Sandwich for all hurst campus is sick. Senior Katie Zinn said, “This M-Pierogies Contributed photo The cure for any illness is a is a perfect meal for a cool W- Ziti with Red Sauce T- Taco Salad Headless horseman nice bowl of chicken noodle day or when you are not feel- Th- Steak Sandwich Scoot Williams photo W- BBQ Rib Sandwich soup. ing well. It is a great comfort F- French Dip Sandwich from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. rieties of apples, juices, their Instead of getting your chick- food!” Sophomore Dan Scutella is a fan of YouTube. Th- Chicken Patty Sandwich By Shelley Turk Tickets are $6.00 for adults famous handmade German en soup from a can, try this easy So someday when you have S - Finger Sub Staff writer YouTube offers online class F- Sizzle Salad and discount tickets can be soft pretzels, pumpkins, corn recipe to make your own. time to kill at home, make some S- Southwest Burger purchased at Wegmans grocery stalks and much more. You can use rice or dumplings chicken noodle soup that you YouTube really has become a Although the weather store in Erie. Looking for more October instead of noodles if you would will be able to enjoy throughout By Shannon Kelley major site people use.” Hours of Operation: Staff writer wouldn’t clue you in, October After working up an appetite entertainment? prefer. the season. According to the article Pro- Board Specials Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m. has arrived. from making your very own Visit the Erie Zoo for the Save some soup in containers fessor Juhasz, who is a media Lunch $4.75 Saturday 1:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. Spend these next few weeks scarecrow, head back up toward annual “Zoo Boo” before they and put them in your freezer so -Meghan Dolney Yes, you have a class in a studies teacher, thinks that Dinner $5.50 of clear, crisp days getting into campus and stop at Fuhrman’s close for the season. classroom that is equipped with YouTube can be a great tool Sunday 5:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. the fall and Erie spirit at many Cider Mill and Bakery. “Zoo Boo 2007” will be held computers so when you feel for teaching. events around town. Senior Kyle Scully has been Oct. 12 thru the 30 from 6 p.m. yourself droning in and out of Within the fi rst week, the stu- Looking for a pumpkin or going to Fuhrman’s during the to 9 p.m. Chicken Noodle Soup lecture, you can surf. dents’ fi rst post to the site must Laker Express scarecrow to decorate your October month since he was a The Zoo will display Hallow- But what if there was a class be presented to the class. Sandwiches, Wraps, apartment? freshman. een decorations for the whole Ingredients offered specifi cally on the sites In the second week, groups Head out to Thunder Valley “Not only do they have great family. you’re probably visiting in that must present a response to the Look for Laker Express Salads, Ready Made Stables in McKean, Pa. cider and other juices, but To enter and spend time 1 large roasting/ boiling chicken lecture class? other groups’ posts. Dinners 1 medium onion Minute Meals! Located off I-79 on W. Stan- their bakery makes amazing watching your favorite animals Facebook is a popular one, Then the rest of the weeks 2 large carrots, peeled and chunked cliff Road, the “Horse Drawn pies and their soft pretzels are in a spooky environment, prices but the one that spans across discuss what YouTube can Board Equivalency Available: Hayride and Scarecrow Festi- fantastic.” are $6.50 plus tax for adults 12 2 pieces celery the world and is best known teach us, as well as what we can val” is just that: hayrides, over Located close to campus on years and over. 2 bay leaves now is YouTube. utilize it. 11:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. 100 designer scarecrows, a Gore Road, the Bakery and Mill Bring some kiddies along for Well as crazy as it may sound, There are also ground rules Parsley Hours of Operation: headless horseman, pumpkin celebrated its 110th anniversary free trick-or-treating. Peppercorns colleges are starting to provide listed, such as staying on the patch, food and pumpkin can- in 2006. Erie is beautiful during the classes on such networks. site until an argument is made Board Specials Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. non. For the month of October fall so get out there and explore Salt “I go on YouTube to look to move somewhere else. Friday 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The event runs every Satur- the Mill is open 8:30 a.m. to all of the fall activies in the ½ pound pasta, uncooked at funny stuff my friends have YouTube certainly has Lunch $4.75 Saturday & Sunday Closed day from Oct. 6-27 and is open 8:00 p.m., selling over 15 va- Erie area. told me about, so I really can’t become more than the funny Dinner $5.50 Directions believe classes can be taught site we share with friends. about it, but it would be pretty The presidential candidates 1.) Put everything except for the noodles in cool,” said senior Cassi Meier. are using it to help their cam- Special Features Get to know... a large stockpot and cover with a lot of water. According to an Insidehigh- paigns by answering young Subconnection 2.) Bring to a boil and skim the top to re- ered.com article, a class called people’s questions. Wrap combo-Veggie $5.59 Name: Joe Zamora “Learning from YouTube” Important speeches can other wraps $5.79 Year: Senior move anything that is not wanted, like chicken meets at Pitzer College every found on the site and now 6” Sub $3.75 Combo $4.75 ‘Wrap It Yourself’- Veggie $3.99 Major: Communication parts. Tuesday and Thursday from 12 classes are being posted and 12”Sub $5.75 Combo $6.75 other wraps $ 4.19 Hometown: Akron, Ohio 3.) Let the soup simmer for about 3 hours to 1:20 p.m. taught all on YouTube. The classes held are even In today’s day and age, the Favorite thing about Mercyhurst: Friendly atmo- and taste it occasionally. 4.) Take the chicken out of the soup and being fi lmed and put on the Internet receives a lot of criti- sphere, beautiful campus and student involvement, such website. cisms, but what it comes down Hours of Operation: pick off any pieces of chicken that might be left as MSG and SAC Students can enter the words to is that it connects us, conti- Baja and Buffalo Chicken Subs: Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.-9:00p.m. Least Favorite thing about Mercyhurst: Lack of on the bone to put in the soup. “Learning from Youtube,” and nent to continent. 6” Sub $4.00 Combo $5.25 see different classes that can be Someone interested in media Saturday 1:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. a theater program 5.) Reheat the soup on the stove, but add the 12” Sub $6.00 Combo $ 7.00 noodles in order to cook them while the soup clicked on and viewed. relations or communications Sunday 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Activites: Resident Assistant, Mercyhurst plays and “I am not surprised by this at can view these classes’ dis- Joe Zamora musicals, co-host and director of shows on Hurst TV reheats. all,” said senior Ashley Flores. cussions and learn from the “Everyone is always online and lectures. PAGE 8 FEATURES Oct. 10, 2007 Sports jerseys revamped for ‘07

trying to show their individual By Sandy Watro team spirit in different ways,” Staff writer he said. The line is refreshing to all Fall marks the presence of fans because it includes older a changing fall season, Hal- female favorites, such as the loween, Thanksgiving and, of ever popular pink jersey. course, football season. A trendy layered tank top Jerseys of all types can be in your favorite team’s color found on males and females scheme coupled by an offi cial alike as the season carries on. team emblem is a good way to Jerseys are created and mar- show team spirit. keted on many different price Another recent trend in jer- levels, thus creating many dif- seys is the ‘Throwback Jersey.’ ferent qualities. This favorite is a vintage piece For instance the typical, for football fanatics. The price authentic jersey usually costs on the official NFL website $100 and is a hefty price tag is $349.99, and can be higher www.nfl shop.com compared to a replica jerseys, depending on your team and which typically runs around player of choice. Women’s sports gear is gaining popularity for female fans. $30 to $50. Most of these investment The difference between the pieces usually feature a patch two is marked by two signs of on the upper right hand shoul- Mercyhurst’s Annual quality that any discerning fan der commemorating the year will know. in which the jersey was worn The first sign is stitching by the team. versus screen printing. Senior James Currey, a devoted Study Abroad In the authentic version, let- Bills fan, says that there is often ters of the football team are controversy that can arise from usually comprised of a satin- sporting a jersey. Night like fabric, which is stitched “Jerseys are cool to see, onto the mesh foreground. because they show local spirit Wednesday, October 24th The other notable difference and enthusiasm,” he said. 8:00p.m. to 10:00 p.m. is the quality of the fabric itself, Nonetheless, there are stig- Zurn Hall, Room 114. even though both are made of mas and stereotypes that go nylon mesh. along with jerseys, as well. For more information contact The difference is notable in “The only problem I have Eric Evans the feel, luster and thickness is when a local team is having in the International Student Center of the fabric. a good year, for instance the The replica jerseys are usually Pittsburgh Steelers two years made of a thin nylon mesh, ago, you see everyone wearing while the authentic ones have the team’s insignia. T hen it an iridescent-like luster in the dies down due to the fact of lettering and a thicker feel of ‘bandwagon fans’ that latch the base fabric itself. onto the team’s success, and As of this year, a new trendy then abandon ship when all the women’s line has been released hoopla ends,” Currey said. by the NFL, which includes Overall, jerseys are a staple an array of merchandise from in every fan’s wardrobe as they baby Tees to shorts, all that fl at- show and denote team spirit ter the female physique. and allegiance, but remember Senior Trevor McIlwaine that jerseys accumulating dust says that he likes to see females in closets also say something wearing sports jerseys. about one’s loyalty, or lack “It’s cute that the girls are thereof. PAGE 8 FEATURES Oct. 10, 2007 Oct. 10, 2007 FEATURES PAGE 9 Sports jerseys revamped for ‘07 Students battle effects of stress through some tips about deal- This is the type that can cause Senior Jackie Jackson says more time. trying to show their individual By Allie Miniri ing with college stress. health problems and be det- that coping with stress is easy. Do not take on anything extra By Sandy Watro Staff writer team spirit in different ways,” Anxiety is an unavoidable rimental to students and their “I go running or eat choco- that does not have to be done. Staff writer he said. part of life, and everyone has productivity. late,” Jackson said. Poor planning often leads to The line is refreshing to all It is the best of times, it is different types of stress and So why are college students Freshman Carlos Rivers cred- crisis when a student is sched- Fall marks the presence of fans because it includes older the worst of times – college, ways of responding to it. so prone to stress and what can its spending time with friends uled for more than one thing a changing fall season, Hal- female favorites, such as the that is. Sophomore Chris Ulrich says be done about it? as a stress reliever. at a time. loween, Thanksgiving and, of ever popular pink jersey. All students have one thing in that stress is inevitable when in Students, for the most part, “After studying or doing It also helps to have a group course, football season. A trendy layered tank top common, and that is stress. college. do not prioritize their time or school-related work we order of friends with the same inter- Jerseys of all types can be in your favorite team’s color Whether a student is a fresh- “There’s nothing you can do take time to relax. Luchetti’s; it’s open until 3 ests and responsibilities, so found on males and females scheme coupled by an offi cial man or a graduating senior, life about stress but accept it and Some strategies to cope with a.m. Then we just chill out and everyone can support each alike as the season carries on. team emblem is a good way to is full of new experiences and learn the right ways to deal with stress are important and critical watch movies,” he said. other when times are stressful. Jerseys are created and mar- show team spirit. challenges, and what typically it,” he said. to students’ successes. Make a list of priorities, Balancing the essentials of keted on many different price Another recent trend in jer- comes with those experiences There are two kinds of stress: First learn to manage your ranking the most important at college life with academic inter- levels, thus creating many dif- seys is the ‘Throwback Jersey.’ is anxiety. eustress and distress. time. the top. ests can be diffi cult, but it is ferent qualities. This favorite is a vintage piece Making new friends and all- Eustress keeps us alert; it Follow a daily schedule, but Writing down your goals will necessary to balance the two. For instance the typical, for football fanatics. The price nighters accompany college motivates us to face challenges give yourself some flexibil- make them more realistic. Making time for yourself is authentic jersey usually costs on the official NFL website life, but no one said they would and drives us to solve prob- ity in case a task needs extra Second, learn to say “no” necessary to being productive. www.nfl shop.com $100 and is a hefty price tag is $349.99, and can be higher be easy. lems. Distress results when time, or something suddenly to something that may not Make sure to set aside time for compared to a replica jerseys, depending on your team and Take a minute and read our bodies overreact to events. comes up. be important but demands yourself every week. which typically runs around player of choice. Women’s sports gear is gaining popularity for female fans. $30 to $50. Most of these investment The difference between the pieces usually feature a patch two is marked by two signs of on the upper right hand shoul- Mercyhurst’s Annual Silver birds raise awareness of mental health quality that any discerning fan der commemorating the year “I have seen them, but I had out a message about mental ill- will know. in which the jersey was worn By Ashley Pastor no idea what they were for… ness on college campuses with Staff writer The first sign is stitching by the team. that’s really sad that that many the goal to “stop stigma.” versus screen printing. Senior James Currey, a devoted Study Abroad people our age had no other Senior Kenny Foster saw the In the authentic version, let- Bills fan, says that there is often Mercyhurst College has been alternative,” said Sophomore birds but was unsure of what ters of the football team are controversy that can arise from flocked; flocked with birds, John Byers. their message was. usually comprised of a satin- sporting a jersey. Night that is. The display has been put “That’s a good way to make like fabric, which is stitched “Jerseys are cool to see, Between Zurn and Preston together by Active Minds at students aware of what’s going onto the mesh foreground. because they show local spirit Wednesday, October 24th Hall, maybe you have noticed the ’Hurst in honor of Mental on at colleges outside of Mer- The other notable difference and enthusiasm,” he said. 8:00p.m. to 10:00 p.m. the 1,100 foil birds in the trees. Health Awareness. cyhurst,” said Foster. “They is the quality of the fabric itself, Nonetheless, there are stig- Zurn Hall, Room 114. Are you wondering just what “I thought it might be an art need to make the message even though both are made of mas and stereotypes that go these birds represent? project and they were pretty, clearer so students can stop and nylon mesh. along with jerseys, as well. For more information contact These birds are symbolic and now that I know what understand the message.” The difference is notable in “The only problem I have Eric Evans of the 1,100 college students they’re for, it’s more meaning- Freshman Kelsey Juliano the feel, luster and thickness is when a local team is having in the International Student Center between the ages of 18 and ful,” said Freshman Adam agrees. of the fabric. a good year, for instance the 21 who took their lives due to Grinciuse. “The message definitely The replica jerseys are usually Pittsburgh Steelers two years mental illness. The group is working to send needs to be made clearer, it’s made of a thin nylon mesh, ago, you see everyone wearing appropriate for the cause,” while the authentic ones have the team’s insignia. T hen it she said. an iridescent-like luster in the dies down due to the fact of Greater Erie Area Johnson & Johnson October 7-13 is National lettering and a thicker feel of ‘bandwagon fans’ that latch Habitat For Properties Mental Illness Awareness Week, the base fabric itself. onto the team’s success, and as dedicated by Congress in As of this year, a new trendy then abandon ship when all the Humanity 1990. women’s line has been released hoopla ends,” Currey said. Monopoly Night Senior Kevin Szczepanski by the NFL, which includes Overall, jerseys are a staple House For Rent initially did not know what the an array of merchandise from in every fan’s wardrobe as they 2007 Mercyhurst Area birds were for. baby Tees to shorts, all that fl at- show and denote team spirit Thursday, October 18, “Now that I know I think ter the female physique. and allegiance, but remember 6:30 pm Bel-Aire Hotel Available it’s really important and more Senior Trevor McIlwaine that jerseys accumulating dust Tickets $25 each 10/19/07 people should take the time to Scoot Williams photo says that he likes to see females in closets also say something Call 454-7025 to reserve understand the importance of Silver origami birds blow in the breeze around Mercyhurst, wearing sports jerseys. about one’s loyalty, or lack 860-8817 what they symbolize.” representing college students who have committed suicide. “It’s cute that the girls are thereof. or pick up tickets! PAGE 10 FEATURES Oct. 10, 2007 Campus security: Is Mercyhurst safe? Senior James Mason says that By Stacey Minchin he does not feel “entirely” safe Staff writer on campus. “If the campus had more We all remember the hor- lighting I would feel safer,” rifi c shooting at Virginia Tech he said. “Also, another major last year but have you ever cause of danger is the fact that worried about your safety at people are uncomfortable with Mercyhurst? diversity. The best weapon If a tragic incident were to to make people feel safer is occur, would the college be able knowledge. People need to be to act quickly and effi ciently to educated on different issues.” ensure student safety? In reference to students’ According to Rodger Gre- safety, Gregorich encourages gorich, the director of public all students to sign-up for the safety, in case of an emergency, e2campus system, as it is a vol- police and safety would imme- untary program. diately follow the guidelines of Junior Jessica Ciccone is not the Mercyhurst College emer- worried about her safety on gency response plan to inform campus. the campus. “I feel pretty safe because the This plan is updated on a college notifi es us even of the yearly basis to make sure it is smallest things and I think the a viable product, should an new text messaging system is a emergency occur. great idea. It is responsible for “It is a step-by-step outline of Mercyhurst to initiate that new how each emergency response system for students’ safety,” team member should respond Ciccone said. and what resources should be Senior Megan Shoup agrees. Anthony Martin photo used, depending on the seri- She notes that while the mas- Mercyhurst College has enacted several means to ensure campus safety. ousness of the incident,” said sacre at Virginia Tech was a Gregorich. “Campus security terrible tragedy, she does not said Tobin. is supported by the 48 cameras feel the same safety concerns According to Tobin, students throughout campus, 24-hour at Mercyhurst. are much more likely to use monitoring of those cameras, “I feel safe at Mercyhurst, their cell phones than check radio communication among mainly because the campus is their e-mail, so they will be 250 West 7th Street offi cers and-well trained staff enclosed and not in a down- able to reach more people right Erie, Pennsylvania 16501 and patrols.” town area,” Shoup said. “There where they are at in a more Telephone: 814-456-4243 Before the Virginia Tech are plenty of other reasons for effi cient manner. www.firstcovenanterie.org “Where tradition comes to life!” incident occurred, officials students to feel safe on campus “E2campus can reach 5,000 for police and safety thought as well, such as the fact that people in just a few minutes Our mission: To awaken all people to their need for a life-changing posting fl yers and sending e- police and safety are on duty and is not dependent on people encounter with the living Lord Jesus Christ, and encourage and mails was a suffi cient way of around the clock and that the being near a computer. T he equip each one to become His fully-devoted follower. informing students in case of campus is so small.” challenge now is to get students Faith & Life Weekend an emergency, but “after seeing Vice President of Student to sign-up for the system,” said the problem at VT, we thought Life Dr. Gerard Tobin worked Tobin. Friday, October 19, 2007 — 7:00 p.m. perhaps it would be a good hard to adopt e2campus as a As advice to the students to and Saturday, October 20, 2007 — 9:00 a.m. idea to have another means,” new means to reach students insure your own personal safety Featuring Gregorich said. faster, should an emergency on campus, Gregorich advises Bart Campolo As a solution the college situation occur. students “to be alert, stay alert son of well-known author and preacher Tony Campolo adopted the e2campus alert “Had Virginia Tech had a and know what is going on system. This is a text messag- around you. Mercyhurst is an Bart will articulately and candidly share about his different form of communica- wrestling and grappling with God to understand ing system in which a warning tion to their students like the extremely safe campus but just grace, forgiveness, and calling. would be sent to students’ cell text messaging system, they like any other community some phones if an emergency were might have been able to inform crime does occur, so we have to For more information, call 456-4243, or visit our website: to occur. students in a timely manner,” remain alert.” www.firstcovenanterie.org PAGE 10 FEATURES Oct. 10, 2007 Oct. 10, 2007 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT PAGE 11 Campus security: Is Mercyhurst safe? tHe Senior James Mason says that By Stacey Minchin he does not feel “entirely” safe BuZz Staff writer on campus. OCT. 10. Brandi Carlile, “If the campus had more Fine Frenzy. House of We all remember the hor- lighting I would feel safer,” Blues, Cleveland. rifi c shooting at Virginia Tech he said. “Also, another major last year but have you ever cause of danger is the fact that OCT. 10. Van Halen. worried about your safety at people are uncomfortable with Quicken Loans Arena, Contributed photos Mercyhurst? diversity. The best weapon Cleveland. Liquid Soul will perform Saturday at the PAC. Proceeds will aid the restoration and protection of the Great Lakes. If a tragic incident were to to make people feel safer is occur, would the college be able knowledge. People need to be OCT. 10. Josh Ritter. to act quickly and effi ciently to educated on different issues.” Liquid Soul, jazz band to play benefi t concert Diesel Club Lounge, ensure student safety? In reference to students’ cert,” Fuhrman said. “The audi- The MusiCares organization music fan, you should still con- Pittsburgh. According to Rodger Gre- safety, Gregorich encourages By Nicole Cerilli ence is going to want to get out is dedicated to assisting the sider coming. You might be sur- A&E editor gorich, the director of public all students to sign-up for the of their seats and dance.” music industry during times of prised.” OCT. 10. Gov’t Mule, safety, in case of an emergency, e2campus system, as it is a vol- Liquid Soul’s signature sound unexpected crises. Mercyhurst junior Amanda Grace Potter and the police and safety would imme- untary program. The Grammy-nominated jazz is a compilation of jazz impro- Fuhrman called the organiza- Johnson agrees and said that the Nocturnals. Center for diately follow the guidelines of Junior Jessica Ciccone is not band Liquid Soul will use their visations, urban dance music tion’s New York City offi ce, and band’s jazz sound has a unique the Arts, University of the Mercyhurst College emer- worried about her safety on signature sounds to bring jazz and groovy hip-hop. eventually he ended up in con- twist to it. Buffalo. gency response plan to inform campus. back to the dance fl oor for Erie Their repertoire is a mixture tact with Liquid Soul. Fuhrman said he originally the campus. “I feel pretty safe because the audiences. of classical and cutting-edge “I decided that it would be thought of having the show at OCT. 11. Bad Religion. This plan is updated on a college notifi es us even of the Saturday, the Chicago-based compositions. appropriate for Liquid Soul to a dance hall because audience Agora Theatre, Cleve- yearly basis to make sure it is smallest things and I think the group will perform at the Mer- Fuhrman’s interest in pro- play a benefi t concert in Erie members will want to get out of land. a viable product, should an new text messaging system is a cyhurst College Mary D’Angelo viding aid to the Great Lakes because of the Great Lakes their seats and dance. emergency occur. great idea. It is responsible for Performing Arts Center to ben- in order to better the environ- and their ‘liquid’ connections,” Tickets for the Liquid Soul OCT. 11. The Misfits. “It is a step-by-step outline of Mercyhurst to initiate that new efi t the local and regional res- ment led him to the discovery Fuhrman said. performance on Saturday, Oct. Cellblock, Erie. how each emergency response system for students’ safety,” toration and protection of the of Liquid Soul . Mercyhurst junior Lance 13 can be purchased for $25 at team member should respond Ciccone said. Great Lakes. After Hurricane Katrina, Eckenrode is currently intern- the Mercyhurst College Mary OCT. 11. The Misfits. and what resources should be Senior Megan Shoup agrees. Anthony Martin photo Tom Fuhrman, of the Lake Fuhrman heard about the ing with LERC. He encourages D’Angelo Performing Arts Cellblock, Erie. used, depending on the seri- She notes that while the mas- Mercyhurst College has enacted several means to ensure campus safety. Erie Region Conservancy Grammy organization Musi- students to come to the perfor- Center. ousness of the incident,” said sacre at Virginia Tech was a (LERC), is excited to help spon- Cares, that raised $1.5 million to mance. Free tickets can be obtained OCT. 11. Slightly Stoopid, Gregorich. “Campus security terrible tragedy, she does not said Tobin. sor the event. aid struggling artists in the Gulf- “Even if you have not heard by calling Tom Fuhrman of Fishbone. Town Ball- is supported by the 48 cameras feel the same safety concerns According to Tobin, students “It’s going to be a fun con- coast region. of Liquid Soul or are not a jazz LERC at 814-824-2407. room, Buffalo. throughout campus, 24-hour at Mercyhurst. are much more likely to use monitoring of those cameras, “I feel safe at Mercyhurst, their cell phones than check OCT. 11. Bob Dylan, radio communication among mainly because the campus is their e-mail, so they will be Guelcher fi lm series presents ‘No end in sight’ at PAC 250 West 7th Street Elvis Costello, Amos Lee. offi cers and-well trained staff enclosed and not in a down- able to reach more people right Erie, Pennsylvania 16501 Charles Ferguson. As the winner of the Special A review in the Chicago Tri- Petersen Events Center, and patrols.” town area,” Shoup said. “There where they are at in a more Telephone: 814-456-4243 By Jordan Zangaro Narrated by Campbell Scott, Jury Prize and nominated for bune said, “‘No End in Sight,’ www.firstcovenanterie.org Pittsburgh. Contributing writer Before the Virginia Tech are plenty of other reasons for effi cient manner. “No End in Sight” portrays the the Grand Jury Prize at the Sun- which may be the best and sad- “Where tradition comes to life!” incident occurred, officials students to feel safe on campus “E2campus can reach 5,000 cold-hearted facts of the errors dance Film Festival, “No End in dest fi lm of the year so far, has OCT. 11-12. Leann for police and safety thought as well, such as the fact that people in just a few minutes Our mission: To awaken all people to their need for a life-changing As of Sept. 12, 2007, almost and manipulations of the United Sight” shows shocking images little to do with the Michael Rimes. Avalon Theatre, posting fl yers and sending e- police and safety are on duty and is not dependent on people encounter with the living Lord Jesus Christ, and encourage and 4,000 soldiers have been killed States government after the fall and unnerving interviews that Moore approach to documen- equip each one to become His fully-devoted follower. Fallsview Casino Resort, mails was a suffi cient way of around the clock and that the being near a computer. T he and close to 30,000 have been of Baghdad in 2003. unveil the truths about the war tary fi lmmaking.” Niagara Falls, Ont. informing students in case of campus is so small.” challenge now is to get students Faith & Life Weekend seriously injured from the War A review from The No-Spin from a behind-the-scenes per- Over 200 hours of foot- an emergency, but “after seeing Vice President of Student to sign-up for the system,” said in Iraq. Zone said that “Charlie Fergu- spective. age was shot and compiled to OCT. 12. Wish You Were the problem at VT, we thought Life Dr. Gerard Tobin worked Tobin. Friday, October 19, 2007 — 7:00 p.m. With over a billion dollars son’s ‘No End in Sight’ depicts The fi lm’s revealing inter- create this chilling fi lm that will and Saturday, October 20, 2007 — 9:00 a.m. Here. House of Blues, perhaps it would be a good hard to adopt e2campus as a As advice to the students to invested, the United States gov- the fi rst year of the Iraq occu- views with Bush Administration undoubtedly stir up any previ- Cleveland. idea to have another means,” new means to reach students insure your own personal safety Featuring ernment has raised questions pation after the mission was insiders also helps to illustrate ous opinions in regards to the Gregorich said. faster, should an emergency on campus, Gregorich advises to many as to why the United accomplished through the eyes contradictions between the war. Bart Campolo OCT. 12. So You Think As a solution the college situation occur. students “to be alert, stay alert States is still involved in the of the diplomats, journalists, President’s words and actions. This unsettling and revealing son of well-known author and preacher Tony Campolo You Can Dance Live adopted the e2campus alert “Had Virginia Tech had a and know what is going on confl ict. offi cers and enlisted personnel “No End in Sight” highlights documentary will show as part Tour 2007. system. This is a text messag- around you. Mercyhurst is an Bart will articulately and candidly share about his Today the Guelcher Film different form of communica- wrestling and grappling with God to understand who watched the country spiral statements made by President of The Guelcher Film Series ing system in which a warning tion to their students like the extremely safe campus but just grace, forgiveness, and calling. Series presents “No End in into chaos. Their tone, almost Bush promising medical sup- on Oct. 10 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. would be sent to students’ cell text messaging system, they like any other community some Sight,” an in-depth documen- universally, is neither angry plies, food and freedoms for the at the PAC. Tickets are free for Courtesy of Goerie.com phones if an emergency were might have been able to inform crime does occur, so we have to For more information, call 456-4243, or visit our website: tary on the Iraq war by direc- nor mournful. They are bewil- Iraqi people, most of which has Mercyhurst College students to occur. students in a timely manner,” remain alert.” www.firstcovenanterie.org tor and investigative journalist dered.” not been delivered. (one ticket per ID). PAGE 12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Oct. 10, 2007 Oct. 10, 2007 OPINION PAGE 13 Dance department undergoes self-study Dane Cook’s movie ‘Good Kudos on Empty Bowls What happened to homecoming? Luck Chuck’ worth seeing lion people every year. would have had no idea that it events, plenty of competitions By Sarah Mastrocola By Keith At fi rst Charlie, on the advice By Ellen While it is not the sole respon- even happened. How can such such as pie and hotdog eating, Contributing writer By Christina Ferranti Nemeth of his best friend, decides to not Koenig sibility of the U.S. to feed every a massive event go completely a barbeque and a DJ. Running Contributing writer Staff writer Staff writer & only fulfi ll these girls’ dreams, starving civilian, it is impor- political analyst unreported by the “real” report- concurrent with these events, The Mercyhurst College but to have some fun himself. tant to balance humanitarian ers of this newspaper? the Alumni tailgated in tents dance department is currently Do you believe there is a good Eventually Charlie is unsettled Kudos is long overdue to efforts in particular places of Unfortunately I don’t inter- that were set up along the fi eld. undergoing a self-study process luck charm that will lead you to and feels like he is being used. members of the Social Work the world. Usually my columns delve view people to fi nd out why Even children were not forgot- of accreditation through the the love of your life? He wants to settle down and and Art Education clubs. Last On a much smaller scale into deep-rooted social prob- things happen the way they do, ten this year, as activities were National Association of Schools In Dane Cook’s new movie fi nd the woman for him, but is April these two organizations organizers of the Empty Bowls lems that have manifested them- so I just entertain wild specula- prepared and carried out for of Dance (NASD). “Good Luck Chuck,” this dream constantly reminded of his bad spearheaded a fund raising ben- fundraiser have done just that; selves into politics so repeatedly tion. them in Garvey Park. “The process requires a comes true almost instantly for luck efi t for Second Harvest Food to service the hungry people of that we tend to ignore them. I usually just agree with what- The Homecoming King and massive self-study of every all the women that associate So when Charlie meets Cam, Bank entitled Empty Bowls. the U.S. As the empty feeling of And like those problems, my ever feels right to me and hope Queen were crowned at the aspect of the department, with Charlie Logan thanks to a an adorable penguin specialist Thanks to their efforts Mer- hunger lingers in the stomach columns are usually ignored by there is a bit of truth to it (it game and the winners were and that includes analysis and young Goth girl and a hex. at an aquatic park, he instantly cyhurst has become a fi nalist in of a child in rural Pennsylva- the majority at large. works for Fox News). yours truly and Marissa Starin. assessment, evaluation, planning The movie is jam-packed falls for her. However Cam is the annual Bread Box Award nia it is reassuring to know that So instead of writing about Last weekend was not only Its strange how two RAs can and projections,” said Dance with Dane Cook’s humor and accident-prone, and thinks that in the collegiate category. The there are people working to alle- issues in which no one seems to Homecoming but also Alumni win a popularity contest. Chair Tauna Hunter. straightforwardness, though the any man that wants to go out fi nalist will be announced on viate the strife. be very interested, I’ve decided Weekend, as many familiar faces From what I have been read- Hunter also said that many audience sees a bit of his soft with her will end up leaving October 16. Peters remarked, “You only to switch my focus this week to returned to the Hurst for a ing in the Merciad, I should be of the nation’s top university side at one point in the fi lm. because of her lack of grace. Senior Melanie Peters was need a small group to make a something with which the stu- weekend of fun and recreation. busy trying to get out of the programs for dance are Jessica Alba delivers a good The audience sees that she is part of the team that put large change with a good con- dent body can connect. Mercyhurst Student Govern- lockers that I’ve been stuffed accredited. performance and is playing a the very defi nition of Murphy’s together the benefi t. The proj- cept and a passion to make it Did you know last week- ment put forth many activities to into all my life, and not being Therefore this process role that best suits her talents. Law: What can go wrong, will ect stemmed across many fac- happen.” end was Homecoming? If you create a spirit of leisure, which offered a diadem. It’s strange will help to keep Mercyhurst Mercyhurst College senior go wrong. tors of the Mercyhurst and Erie The Empty Bowls event is read the Merciad, last week you include four massive infl atable how these situations turn out. “competitive in the fi eld” by Kari Doran said, “This movie Charlie goes so completely community. being planned again for the fi rst working to meet the industry is defi nitely worth seeing, crazy for Cam that he tries Papermoon and Pufferbelly week of April 2008. standards set by the accreditation Mark Santillano Photo especially for the hilarity that to disprove the hex and, donated soup and bread for While it is impossible to solve team. Sophomore Liz Watson leaps through Studio B in the danceSpace. ensued during the penguin unfortunately, this plan the event to remind attendants all of the world’s problems, we Freshman dance major Molly scenes. I would recommend backfi res. This is when the of the simplicity of a free meal should take it upon ourselves to Burhans said, “I think that of October. dance department. this movie for anyone who fi nds hilarity of the fi lm begins. for the hungry. Ceramic bowls make a contribution to make the accreditation would improve the The evaluators will meet with “Standards are set by the Dane Cook to be funny or to Charlie has to undue the hex were produced and donated world more bearable for some- reputation of the Mercyhurst students, faculty, dean of the national accreditation body. At see Jessica Alba and her skills at before he loses Cam forever to by Mercyhurst, Edinboro and one other than ourselves. dance department in general school of arts and humanities present there are discrepancies being a klutz.” the next guy. local elementary schools. A live and might even result in more and the president of Mercyhurst between our program and The beginning of the movie Those who enjoy the comedic band entertained for the eve- government grants for the College. They will also look at the standards set,” said Mark is set in 1985. Charlie and his antics of Dane Cook will fi nd his ning while guests socialized and MATH LAB Joshua Wilwohl Editor-in-Chief [email protected] department.” transcripts, tour the facilities Santillano, assistant dance chubby best friend, Stu, are at a new hit to be extremely funny. enjoyed local art. Amy Zielinski & Casey Greene News Editors [email protected] The Mercyhurst dance and examine library resources professor. birthday party playing spin the If you go to see this movie, stay The clubs raised $60,000, with Located in the Jen Gildea Features Editor [email protected] department fi rst looked within the dance department. “Part of the requirements bottle. When Charlie spins the to watch the credits. They bring which the food bank will be able Merissa Frank Opinion Editor [email protected] into seeking accreditation The evaluators will formulate is to do an in depth self-study, bottle, he ends up with a young out the best in Dane Cook. to purchase $110,000 dollars Library 304 A & B Chris Davis & Brittany Jackett Sports Editors [email protected] through NASD in 1998, but a report, which will include and in doing so we were able to gothic girl. One thing leads worth of food for the hungry. Nicole Cerilli A&E [email protected] the department is now going suggestions for improvement. look at our program from an to another and Charlie fi nds Second Harvest Food Bank has Scoot Williams Photographer [email protected] through the actual process, partly Given that report, the dance outsider’s point of view, which himself hexed for rejecting her. STSTRAVEL.COM the power to purchase products OPEN: Tiffany Cook Production Editor [email protected] as a result of new Mercyhurst department may or may not in some cases proved to be The curse on Charlie is that Join America’s#1 from manufacturers for a mere Sundays Leslie Ruchala Advertising Manager [email protected] administration. receive accreditation in full enlightening,” he said. every woman he dates will move Student Tour Operator fraction of the price found at through Noelle Lelakus Copy Editor [email protected] The Middle States status. Whether or not Mercyhurst on and fi nd their true love with retail grocery stores. Lenore Skomal Advisor [email protected] Accreditation Commission The department might College as an entity supports all the next person. The accomplishment of the Thursdays on Higher Education recently be given probationary of these changes may determine Fast forward to Charlie’s adult Social Work Club and Art Edu- The Merciad is the student-produced newspaper of Mercyhurst College. evaluated Mercyhurst College, accreditation, which would the dance department’s life; he becomes a dentist and is cation are great examples of It is published throughout the school year, with the exception of fi nals and recommended that the dance result in reevaluation every fi ve accreditation standing both now dating again. When he attends what students are capable of CALL: week. Our offi ce is in Hirt, Room 120B. department seek assessment. years, whereas full accreditation and in the future. an ex-girlfriend’s wedding, the achieving. A night of entertain- Ext: 2078 Our telephone number is 824-2376. The department chose to is reevaluated every ten years. The department may need bride gives a toast on Charlie’s CANCUN,ACAPULCO, JAMAICA, ment and food to benefi t people For exact hours obtain such assessment through Hunter said the dance to review its faculty load, behalf thanking him for being a BAHAMAS, PUERTO VALLARTA, of lesser privilege is truly a proj- the self-study accreditation department is not yet completely relationships with both the good luck charm that led her to SOUTHPADRE,FLORIDA,CRUISES ect that demands selfl essness The Merciad welcomes letters to the editor. All letters must be signed process. in line with the requirements for Mercyhurst Northeast campus, fi nd the love of her life. and compassion. TUTORIAL HELP and names will be included with the letters. Although we will not edit the Sell Trips, Earn Cash As part of the accreditation full accreditation, and that it is a and the Mary D’Angelo Once the rumor spreads that STUDENT It is estimated that there letters for content, we reserve the right to trim letters to fi t. Letters are &Travel Free TRAVEL FOR ALL YOU procedures, two individuals “complicated process.” Performing Arts Center and Charlie has the ability to send www.ststravel.com SERVICES are 850 million hungry people due the Thursday before publication and may not be longer than from the NASD national offi ce The process will most likely current curriculum with a dance a girl off to fi nd her true love, 1-800-648-4849 worldwide. The U.S. provides MATH NEEDS! 300 words. Submit letters to box PH 485. will make a site visit at the end demand change within the concentrations format. women begin to stalk him. www.ststravel.com enough to feed up to 100 mil- Oct. 10, 2007 OPINION PAGE 13 Kudos on Empty Bowls What happened to homecoming?

lion people every year. would have had no idea that it events, plenty of competitions By Ellen By Keith While it is not the sole respon- Nemeth even happened. How can such such as pie and hotdog eating, Koenig sibility of the U.S. to feed every a massive event go completely a barbeque and a DJ. Running Staff writer Staff writer & starving civilian, it is impor- political analyst unreported by the “real” report- concurrent with these events, tant to balance humanitarian ers of this newspaper? the Alumni tailgated in tents Kudos is long overdue to efforts in particular places of Unfortunately I don’t inter- that were set up along the fi eld. members of the Social Work the world. Usually my columns delve view people to fi nd out why Even children were not forgot- and Art Education clubs. Last On a much smaller scale into deep-rooted social prob- things happen the way they do, ten this year, as activities were April these two organizations organizers of the Empty Bowls lems that have manifested them- so I just entertain wild specula- prepared and carried out for spearheaded a fund raising ben- fundraiser have done just that; selves into politics so repeatedly tion. them in Garvey Park. efi t for Second Harvest Food to service the hungry people of that we tend to ignore them. I usually just agree with what- The Homecoming King and Bank entitled Empty Bowls. the U.S. As the empty feeling of And like those problems, my ever feels right to me and hope Queen were crowned at the Thanks to their efforts Mer- hunger lingers in the stomach columns are usually ignored by there is a bit of truth to it (it game and the winners were cyhurst has become a fi nalist in of a child in rural Pennsylva- the majority at large. works for Fox News). yours truly and Marissa Starin. the annual Bread Box Award nia it is reassuring to know that So instead of writing about Last weekend was not only Its strange how two RAs can in the collegiate category. The there are people working to alle- issues in which no one seems to Homecoming but also Alumni win a popularity contest. fi nalist will be announced on viate the strife. be very interested, I’ve decided Weekend, as many familiar faces From what I have been read- October 16. Peters remarked, “You only to switch my focus this week to returned to the Hurst for a ing in the Merciad, I should be Senior Melanie Peters was need a small group to make a something with which the stu- weekend of fun and recreation. busy trying to get out of the part of the team that put large change with a good con- dent body can connect. Mercyhurst Student Govern- lockers that I’ve been stuffed together the benefi t. The proj- cept and a passion to make it Did you know last week- ment put forth many activities to into all my life, and not being ect stemmed across many fac- happen.” end was Homecoming? If you create a spirit of leisure, which offered a diadem. It’s strange tors of the Mercyhurst and Erie The Empty Bowls event is read the Merciad, last week you include four massive infl atable how these situations turn out. community. being planned again for the fi rst Papermoon and Pufferbelly week of April 2008. donated soup and bread for While it is impossible to solve the event to remind attendants all of the world’s problems, we of the simplicity of a free meal should take it upon ourselves to for the hungry. Ceramic bowls make a contribution to make the were produced and donated world more bearable for some- by Mercyhurst, Edinboro and one other than ourselves. local elementary schools. A live band entertained for the eve- ning while guests socialized and MATH LAB Joshua Wilwohl Editor-in-Chief [email protected] enjoyed local art. Amy Zielinski & Casey Greene News Editors [email protected] The clubs raised $60,000, with Located in the Jen Gildea Features Editor [email protected] which the food bank will be able Merissa Frank Opinion Editor [email protected] to purchase $110,000 dollars Library 304 A & B Chris Davis & Brittany Jackett Sports Editors [email protected] worth of food for the hungry. Nicole Cerilli A&E [email protected] Second Harvest Food Bank has Scoot Williams Photographer [email protected] the power to purchase products OPEN: Tiffany Cook Production Editor [email protected] from manufacturers for a mere Sundays Leslie Ruchala Advertising Manager [email protected] fraction of the price found at through Noelle Lelakus Copy Editor [email protected] retail grocery stores. Lenore Skomal Advisor [email protected] The accomplishment of the Thursdays Social Work Club and Art Edu- The Merciad is the student-produced newspaper of Mercyhurst College. cation are great examples of It is published throughout the school year, with the exception of fi nals what students are capable of CALL: week. Our offi ce is in Hirt, Room 120B. achieving. A night of entertain- Ext: 2078 Our telephone number is 824-2376. ment and food to benefi t people For exact hours of lesser privilege is truly a proj- ect that demands selfl essness The Merciad welcomes letters to the editor. All letters must be signed and compassion. TUTORIAL HELP and names will be included with the letters. Although we will not edit the It is estimated that there FOR ALL YOU letters for content, we reserve the right to trim letters to fi t. Letters are are 850 million hungry people due the Thursday before publication and may not be longer than worldwide. The U.S. provides MATH NEEDS! 300 words. Submit letters to box PH 485. enough to feed up to 100 mil- PAGE 14 OPINION Oct. 10, 2007 Diversity on soccer fi eld Rights, one by one The Good, that has come together as an This invasion of privacy By Katie Waldin extremely successful team. By Nathan Sharp does not stop with the college- the Bad & Contributing writer Contributing writer The United States of Amer- owned residential areas that are ica, Canada, Ireland, Finland, provided for students with the the Ugly As you look at the fi eld during Norway, England and Hondu- There is animosity toward motive of later claiming that the a Mercyhurst College men’s ras all share representatives on ResLife and it’s easy to see why. college was simply inspecting soccer game you will see a vari- the Mercyhurst squad. They Have you ever heard of a post- its own property while sniffi ng The Good ety of men both short and tall, look to each other for support high school campus on which Gatorade bottles and looking dark and light haired and all very as athletes, friends and families, nobody drank? through suitcases. The college Facebook users who like different looking. as many of them are far away What probably bothers has also violated rights to pri- Dane Cook can join a If you listen closely you will from their true families and people most about ResLife is vacy as they pertain to items group that petitions him hear the chatter of strange hometowns. the differences between them carried on your person. The to come to college. If you words and foreign accents from The difference in culture and circumstances in the U.S. offi cer is not allowed to demand like Dane, go sign up. around the world. among many of the European On campus, rights and powers that a citizen remove anything The men’s soccer roster at countries as well as Honduras have been stripped from some that does not feel like a weapon Fall Break starts in a Mercyhurst is packed full of has been something that each students and given to others. from the cover of his or her week. Take off your think- foreign students from all across of them has had to adjust to Often, the only way to differen- clothing. ing caps after a week of the globe who have come to upon arrival in the states. tiate between the privileged and The most grievous breach of midterms. Erie, Pa., to be a part of a win- Being from a diverse back- the decitizenized is a t-shirt. the bill of rights on this campus, ning NCAA soccer team. ground has given the Mercyhurst In the real world, an offi cer however, does not have any- The foreign playing experi- team a well-rounded knowledge of the law cannot enter your thing to do with the use of ille- The Bad gally obtained evidence; it has ence and the variety of teams of soccer, skills, athleticism and place of residence without your The lack of speed limit to do with the complete lack of that these outstanding athletes abilities to form together a team consent or a search warrant for signs on Briggs and Lewis evidence. have brought together have that works well on and off the which he must attain probable avenues is not good but it I know of a student who was made up a world class team to fi eld, can move the ball around cause. Also any evidence of a is all part of Erie police charged with drug possession represent Mercyhurst College. quickly, has a great ability to crime that the offi cer encoun- ordinences. The talent and experience play the possession game, and ters while performing a search when marijuana was smelled outside his room. No marijuana that are on the fi eld from coun- can play both great offense and that does not meet these crite- The weather is turning. was found. No paraphernalia tries across the globe is appreci- defense. ria cannot be held against a U.S. The week began sunny and was seen, not even condition- ated by both the team and the Everyone on the team has citizen in a court of law. This is in the 80s but by Friday ally. coaches. been able to share a piece of because the constitution guar- we are looking at the 50s No questions were asked. A Having a diverse group of himself and their own abilities, antees reasonable privacy to with rain. athletes brings together talents creating a learning environment American citizens. student was simply cited for the and skills that can be learned and a place to bond. A member of ResLife can possession of drugs because the from each other. With over Diversity is an important at any time enter and search a area around his place of resi- The Ugly 50 percent of the team being aspect of the Mercyhurst men’s room and then cite any offense dence smelled suspicious. The Merciad got busted. from outside the United States, soccer team and it has helped that they see. This outrageous Perhaps it is time the students An “ugly” last week was Mercyhurst Soccer can say they them grow and mold into the authority is given to people who of Mercyhurst started demand- actually in the correct have one very diverse program team they are today. are completely untrained in any ing the rights promised to them usage: Dr. Tobin’s e-mail to form of law enforcement. by the founders of this country. students about meningitis mentioned prophylactics HELP WANTED in the correct context. Movie Extras. Right or wrong, though, it New opportunities for upcoming productions. was still awkward. All looks needed. No experience required for The information kiosk cast calls. is advertising depression Call 877- 218- 6224 screenings for Sept. 11, while all the fl iers say Oct. ***** 11. Undercover Shoppers Earn up to $150 per day. Under cover Please e-mail any suggetions to Shoppers needed to judge retail and dining [email protected]. The GB&U is a compilation of establishments student opinions. Exp. Not RE. Call 800-722-4791 Watch October 27th on Hurst TV channel 19 or in the Herrmann Student Union. Times TBA PAGE 14 OPINION Oct. 10, 2007 Oct. 10, 2007 OPINION PAGE 15 Diversity on soccer fi eld Rights, one by one The Good, Think before you tip Senior year relationships part of future? that has come together as an This invasion of privacy When you fi nally get your $30 We might deep down inside dogs and ice cream until 5 a.m. By Bill By Katie Waldin extremely successful team. By Nathan Sharp does not stop with the college- the Bad & By Merissa check, you get your money out, have a change of heart. Maybe it could be a good Contributing writer Contributing writer Swafford The United States of Amer- owned residential areas that are Frank hand her a couple extra bucks Maybe through some of my change to care about someone Staff writer ica, Canada, Ireland, Finland, provided for students with the the Ugly Opinion editor and say “Keep the change.” promiscuous behavior we have else than ourselves. As you look at the fi eld during Norway, England and Hondu- There is animosity toward motive of later claiming that the If you return to that restau- learned nothing more than trying Some of my peers tell me that a Mercyhurst College men’s ras all share representatives on ResLife and it’s easy to see why. college was simply inspecting It’s Saturday night and you rant, she will remember your What should be the policy of to score a one-night stand. we should continue our paths of soccer game you will see a vari- the Mercyhurst squad. They Have you ever heard of a post- its own property while sniffi ng The Good decide to go out to your favor- face. Standard tipping is 15 per- love life while being a college For sure it makes great stories being single looking to mingle. ety of men both short and tall, look to each other for support high school campus on which Gatorade bottles and looking ite restaurant. You battle your cent. She cannot control outside student? for Saturday morning breakfast However, at this point, maybe dark and light haired and all very as athletes, friends and families, nobody drank? through suitcases. The college Facebook users who like way to the greeter to fi nd a half factors like how long it takes to As some of us seniors with the men. a change could be advantageous different looking. as many of them are far away What probably bothers has also violated rights to pri- Dane Cook can join a hour wait. By the time you actu- cook your food. If you take out approach the end of our time However what relationship to our relationship skills. If you listen closely you will from their true families and people most about ResLife is vacy as they pertain to items group that petitions him ally get a seat, you are a little dis- your anger on her by tipping here at the ’Hurst, some of us skills have we learned in col- Maybe everyone should date hear the chatter of strange hometowns. the differences between them carried on your person. The to come to college. If you gruntled. poorly, she will pass that on. have kicked into the “Oh Crap” lege? at least one person before leav- words and foreign accents from The difference in culture and circumstances in the U.S. offi cer is not allowed to demand like Dane, go sign up. Without a doubt, your sever My philosophy is that if you mode. Furthermore more than 75 ing college. around the world. among many of the European On campus, rights and powers that a citizen remove anything understands. She fi ghts to main- can afford to go out, you can We must now fi nd a job and percent of us will marry four I am sure that if I do make the The men’s soccer roster at countries as well as Honduras have been stripped from some that does not feel like a weapon Fall Break starts in a tain an upbeat manner with suc- afford a standard tip if the ser- realize that we will soon be on years out of college. decision to look for a girlfriend Mercyhurst is packed full of has been something that each students and given to others. from the cover of his or her week. Take off your think- cess. vice is good. our own. With that said will we have that it might end in tragedy. foreign students from all across of them has had to adjust to Often, the only way to differen- clothing. ing caps after a week of The kitchen is backed up, so it My advice to those of you At this time next year, we will the ability commit to a relation- However it could be a learn- the globe who have come to upon arrival in the states. tiate between the privileged and The most grievous breach of midterms. takes 20 minutes before you see who do not see fi t to tip ade- be living in other parts of the ship after graduation when we ing experience or develop into a Erie, Pa., to be a part of a win- Being from a diverse back- the decitizenized is a t-shirt. the bill of rights on this campus, your dinner. She apologizes pro- quately? Just remember whose country far from Erie and our lacked to do so in college? long-term relationship. ning NCAA soccer team. ground has given the Mercyhurst In the real world, an offi cer however, does not have any- fusely, knowing there is nothing hands your food must pass hometowns. Maybe it is not too late to try I am not implying that we as The foreign playing experi- team a well-rounded knowledge of the law cannot enter your thing to do with the use of ille- The Bad she can do about it. through. Who will be your companion this dating thing. seniors should be on the rela- gally obtained evidence; it has on these future journeys? ence and the variety of teams of soccer, skills, athleticism and place of residence without your The lack of speed limit We might be able to transi- tionship hunt. to do with the complete lack of Several of my friends and that these outstanding athletes abilities to form together a team consent or a search warrant for signs on Briggs and Lewis tion our lives from spending But it might be fi tting for evidence. I played the tough guy role all have brought together have that works well on and off the which he must attain probable avenues is not good but it every waking moment with our some us to drop the tough guy I know of a student who was through college. made up a world class team to fi eld, can move the ball around cause. Also any evidence of a is all part of Erie police closest friends to watching Steel act. charged with drug possession We always stated the famous represent Mercyhurst College. quickly, has a great ability to crime that the offi cer encoun- ordinences. Magnolias on a Friday night. Let us allow room for rela- The talent and experience play the possession game, and ters while performing a search when marijuana was smelled line “ I like being single ; I like to I could start taking long walks tionship opportunities even outside his room. No marijuana keep my options open.” that are on the fi eld from coun- can play both great offense and that does not meet these crite- The weather is turning. on the beach and talking puppy though we are seniors. was found. No paraphernalia tries across the globe is appreci- defense. ria cannot be held against a U.S. The week began sunny and was seen, not even condition- ated by both the team and the Everyone on the team has citizen in a court of law. This is in the 80s but by Friday ally. Campus bookstore is not the mall coaches. been able to share a piece of because the constitution guar- we are looking at the 50s No questions were asked. A Having a diverse group of himself and their own abilities, antees reasonable privacy to with rain. athletes brings together talents creating a learning environment American citizens. student was simply cited for the Or maybe they think that they hottest brand in fashion. and skills that can be learned and a place to bond. A member of ResLife can possession of drugs because the By Bill will be able to spark a conversa- However in reality we should from each other. With over Diversity is an important at any time enter and search a area around his place of resi- The Ugly Swafford tion with a fellow Laker clothing stop the madness by calling out 50 percent of the team being aspect of the Mercyhurst men’s room and then cite any offense dence smelled suspicious. Staff writer lover. It actually is quite amus- our peers who might have either The Merciad got busted. from outside the United States, soccer team and it has helped that they see. This outrageous Perhaps it is time the students ing to me that some really enjoy a little too much school sprit or An “ugly” last week was Mercyhurst Soccer can say they them grow and mold into the authority is given to people who of Mercyhurst started demand- We have all seen them; there wearing green and gray seven just lack the fashion ability to actually in the correct have one very diverse program team they are today. are completely untrained in any ing the rights promised to them seems to be one in every class I days a week. shop outside of the bookstore. usage: Dr. Tobin’s e-mail to form of law enforcement. by the founders of this country. have taken at Mercyhurst. Let me tell you that there is In college it is great to have students about meningitis I am talking about the super- a big building on Peach Street school sprit, but a stopping mentioned prophylactics HELP WANTED sporting-Mercyhurst-College- called the mall. point exists. in the correct context. gear student. From head to toe, This wonderful shopping As students we should use the Movie Extras. Right or wrong, though, it seven days a week, they rock a complex allows the shopper to bookstore as a last minute birth- New opportunities for upcoming productions. was still awkward. piece of Laker apparel. They are diversify his or her closet with day gift for a family member or All looks needed. No experience required for the students who allow you to several brands and designs. great place to get a gym shirt or The information kiosk know what is new in Mercyhurst We as students could encour- hooded sweat shirt. cast calls. is advertising depression attire without stepping foot in age the bookstore to make even The addition of occasional Call 877- 218- 6224 screenings for Sept. 11, the bookstore. They have it all, more products. Mercyhurst attire is more than while all the fl iers say Oct. even Louie the Laker under- Maybe soon they will be pro- welcome. ***** 11. Undercover Shoppers wear. ducing jeans that read “Carpe However more than that Did these students get a brief Diem.” You could possibly buy might be going just a little too Earn up to $150 per day. Under cover Please e-mail any suggetions to that I did not get when I arrived collared shirts with the Mercy- far. We all know that you go to Shoppers needed to judge retail and dining [email protected]. to campus? hurst crest as opposed to having Mercyhurst because, oh by the The GB&U is a compilation of establishments Maybe they think if they wear an eagle or moose. way, we also do. student opinions. strictly Mercyhurst clothing that Perhaps with time, the Mer- So let us use some common Exp. Not RE. Call 800-722-4791 Watch October 27th on Hurst TV channel 19 or in the Herrmann Student Union. Times TBA they will do better academically. cyhurst bookstore could be the sense and diversify your closet. PAGE 16 SPORTS Oct. 10, 2007 Football team honors Kensy By Kyle Craig Staff writer

On homecoming weekend, there was something different about the Mercyhurst College football team. The team seemed just a little closer as a unit and most were sporting the number 4 shaved into their heads. Both were due to the recent news that there teammate, #4 Garrett Kensy Scoot Williams photo Scoot Williams photo was diagnosed with testicular Senior Kirk Campbell Sophomore Mitch Lorig cancer. Kensy and his family found out just two days before “The team agreed that it exactly what Garrett will need,” and prayers of the Mercyhurst words of advice to anyone who the Lakers were set to take on would be original and a great said Kindler. “In addition we are community are with him and his is facing a similar situation as Gannon. way to show our support and going to look at ways of raising family. him. “I was diagnosed on the 20th that we were going to help him awareness of testicular cancer The team has gone to great “I would like to tell them to and had surgery to remove with his fi ght,” he stated. “He’s throughout the school.” lengths to help Garrett and keep their chin up. Everything the tumor on the 25th,” stated fi ghting a completely different “The team has really helped me his family and have grown happens for a reason,” Kensy Kensy. battle off the fi eld then we are out through this entire process. tremendously as a team over the stated. “I know that God is in Testicular cancer is a curable on Saturdays.” They are there if I need to talk past couple of weeks. control and have faith that I disease if discovered early The players sought Kensy’s to someone or if I need to cheer “We’ve really come together can overcome anything that He enough and affects men between permission prior to taking up,” said Kensy. “They have as a team since hearing the throws in front of me.” the ages of 15-35. According commemerative action. been nothing but supportive news,” said Kindler. “My parents have always told to the Mayo Clinic, due to “We made sure to ask Garrett to me. It is like having another “Were not complaining me, ‘What doesn’t kill you will unknown reasons, Caucasian before we all shaved our heads huge family around full of 70 about things the way we used make you stronger,’ Kensy said. males seem to have a greater with his number. We wanted to players and coaches who would to in practice and on the fi eld. “This situation will defi nitely risk of contacting the disease make sure he fully understood all do anything that you need. I It’s brought our team closer shape me as a person and then African Americans in the why we were doing it,” said am fortunate to have so many together and made us realize make me better. Also talking same age group. Kindler. people care about me.” just how lucky we all are. Every to people has really helped me Immediately after fi nding The team has also shown Kensy noted that he received time we step on the fi eld from overcome what it going on. out about Kensy’s condition, support toward Kensy in other his tests from the surgery and here on out we’re going to try to The Mayo Clinic has a website the team organized together to ways. T he team has donated they all came back with great win for Garrett.” for anyone who suspects or decide what they were going to part of its profi t from a discount results. For anyone looking to show is interested in the signs and do to support him. card drive to the Kensy family He and his family still remain support for him, look out for symptoms and can be found on “I believe it was P. J. O’Connor to help front some medical bill cautious due to the fact of such any fundraisers that may be www.mayoclinic.com. who brought up the idea of costs. a great risk of relapse with this taking place on campus; the It is important for males shaving Garrett’s number into “We will be looking to do a type of cancer. football team is looking to start to perform regular self- our heads,” said junior Steve big fundraiser sometime in the Garrett will begin treatments a fundraiser. examinations and notify doctors Kindler. near future once we fi nd out very shortly and the best wishes Kensy wanted to give some if any abnormalities exist. Football no match for Grand Valley State With temperatures exceeding game with a 14-0 lead, despite a the third quarter. Ben Jennings “Heading into Findlay, as By Kyle Craig 80 degrees, Mercyhurst put it few dominant possessions by the added to the Mercyhurst a team we really need to get Staff writer all out on the fi eld against the Mercyhurst offense. Mercyhurst running game with 56 yards on back to the style of play we Lakers of Grand Valley. In the junior Richard Stokes had a the ground and one touchdown had against Gannon and Wayne Four-time Division II end, a high-powered offense big day against Grand Valley, in the fourth quarter. State,” stated red shirt junior National Champions Grand combined with an explosive netting 92 total yards. The touchdown for Jennings Steve Kindler. “We had a lot of Valley State University proved to defense rattled Mercyhurst en Grand Valley jumped out to a came in the fourth quarter after confi dence in those games and be too much for the Mercyhurst route to a 59-7 victory. 35-0 lead by half, which ended fi nishing the drive off with a we really need to pick up our College football team Saturday. Grand Valley opened the up being 59-0 by the end of 10-yard score. play on all sides of the ball.” PAGE 16 SPORTS Oct. 10, 2007 Oct. 10, 2007 SPORTS PAGE 17 Tennis splits weekend matches Women’s soccer nine-game Football team honors Kensy win streak comes to an end “I told the girls to stay focused but the Timberwolves quickly By Kirk Campbell and not to rush, which causes dispatched the Lakers 9-0. far. They were out for revenge By Kyle Craig Staff writer mistakes. But they also knew we Mercyhurst was one of fi ve By Stephen Duggan though as one year ago, ranked Staff writer Staff writer needed to get fi ve wins as soon opponents this season that No. 3 they suffered a defeat at The Mercyhurst College as possible or the match would Northwood defeated 9-0. the hands of Mercyhurst. On homecoming weekend, women’s tennis team hit the be moved to indoor facilities,” The Timberwolves have not It is often said that momentum Under pressure right from there was something different road for the fi nal time this said head coach Neil Leroy dropped a set the entire season. plays a big part in the outcomes the start junior Rebecca about the Mercyhurst College season, traveling to Michigan about playing through the tough “The coming weekend will of sporting events. Mercyhurst Heintzmann was called into football team. to play Saginaw Valley State and conditions. bring us tough and intense College women’s soccer team action four times in the fi rst The team seemed just a little Northwood. Sophomore Meghan Raynor competition that will help raise found this statement to be true 10 minutes. The defense hung closer as a unit and most were The Lakers split the two also continued to roll as she our level of play, which we hope in the cruellest of fashion this on until the 26th minute when sporting the number 4 shaved matches defeating Saginaw posted a victory at No. 4 to continue throughout the weekend. junior Katy Tafl er found the into their heads. Both were due Valley 5-1 but fell to the 2006 singles. Sophomore Elizabeth GLIAC playoffs,” said Leroy of Carrying a near-perfect back of the Mercyhurst net. She to the recent news that there Great Lakes Intercollegiate Mullane participated in the the team approaching the end record into this weekend, the would go on to score two more teammate, #4 Garrett Kensy Scoot Williams photo Scoot Williams photo Athletic Conference (GLIAC) only other singles match that of their season. ladies knew they would have to during the half. was diagnosed with testicular Senior Kirk Campbell Sophomore Mitch Lorig champion Timberwolves 9-0. was completed, and recorded a The Lakers are now 9-2 overall play two fl awless games to take GVSU went into the break cancer. Kensy and his family Even though three singles victory 6-0, 6-4 at No. 5. and 6-2 in GLIAC play and will their record back to Erie intact. carrying all the momentum and found out just two days before “The team agreed that it exactly what Garrett will need,” and prayers of the Mercyhurst words of advice to anyone who matches could not be fi nished The Lakers went 2-1 in host a pair of Division I schools To add to the pressure they had were able to close out the game the Lakers were set to take on would be original and a great said Kindler. “In addition we are community are with him and his is facing a similar situation as due to poor weather Mercyhurst doubles play as Ezzo and senior this weekend, playing Duquesne just jumped into the national for a win. Gannon. way to show our support and going to look at ways of raising family. him. picked up a much needed victory Jen Daly picked up a win at University on Saturday and rankings as the No. 23 team in “It was really disappointing “I was diagnosed on the 20th that we were going to help him awareness of testicular cancer The team has gone to great “I would like to tell them to against Saginaw Valley. No. 1, while McLean and Raynor St. Bonaventure University on the country. as a team to lose, especially to and had surgery to remove with his fi ght,” he stated. “He’s throughout the school.” lengths to help Garrett and keep their chin up. Everything Freshman Kim Ezzo won at No. 2. Sunday. On Friday the ladies faced Grand Valley, but we’ll come the tumor on the 25th,” stated fi ghting a completely different “The team has really helped me his family and have grown happens for a reason,” Kensy continued her impressive Mercyhurst looked to Mercyhurst’s next and fi nal Grand Valley State University back,” said sophomore Ashley Kensy. battle off the fi eld then we are out through this entire process. tremendously as a team over the stated. “I know that God is in season improving to 10-0 in carry the momentum of four GLIAC match is on October (GVSU). GVSU has held an Gammiere. Testicular cancer is a curable on Saturdays.” They are there if I need to talk past couple of weeks. control and have faith that I dual matches by defeating her straight conference wins into its 20 against Ashland University at outstanding season, standing at The team then made the trip disease if discovered early The players sought Kensy’s to someone or if I need to cheer “We’ve really come together can overcome anything that He opponent in No. 2 singles. match-up against Northwood Westwood Racquet Club. 10-0 in regular season play thus to Big Rapids, Michigan where enough and affects men between permission prior to taking up,” said Kensy. “They have as a team since hearing the throws in front of me.” they would face Ferris State. the ages of 15-35. According commemerative action. been nothing but supportive news,” said Kindler. “My parents have always told Mercyhurst stunned the to the Mayo Clinic, due to “We made sure to ask Garrett to me. It is like having another “Were not complaining me, ‘What doesn’t kill you will Bulldogs at the start with junior unknown reasons, Caucasian before we all shaved our heads huge family around full of 70 about things the way we used make you stronger,’ Kensy said. Christine Rehnart scoring a hat- males seem to have a greater with his number. We wanted to players and coaches who would to in practice and on the fi eld. “This situation will defi nitely trick in the fi rst 10 minutes. Her risk of contacting the disease make sure he fully understood all do anything that you need. I It’s brought our team closer shape me as a person and fi rst two goals came within a then African Americans in the why we were doing it,” said am fortunate to have so many together and made us realize make me better. Also talking minute of each other. same age group. Kindler. people care about me.” just how lucky we all are. Every to people has really helped me Junior Sarah Powell assisted Immediately after fi nding The team has also shown Kensy noted that he received time we step on the fi eld from overcome what it going on. on two of Rehnart’s goals; out about Kensy’s condition, support toward Kensy in other his tests from the surgery and here on out we’re going to try to The Mayo Clinic has a website senior Jacque Sluga assisted the the team organized together to ways. T he team has donated they all came back with great win for Garrett.” for anyone who suspects or other. Ferris State fought its decide what they were going to part of its profi t from a discount results. For anyone looking to show is interested in the signs and way back and scored in the 17th do to support him. card drive to the Kensy family He and his family still remain support for him, look out for symptoms and can be found on minute. “I believe it was P. J. O’Connor to help front some medical bill cautious due to the fact of such any fundraisers that may be www.mayoclinic.com. The teams went into the who brought up the idea of costs. a great risk of relapse with this taking place on campus; the It is important for males break at 3-3, but the momentum shaving Garrett’s number into “We will be looking to do a type of cancer. football team is looking to start to perform regular self- had swung in Ferris States’ our heads,” said junior Steve big fundraiser sometime in the Garrett will begin treatments a fundraiser. examinations and notify doctors favor. Mercyhurst came out of Kindler. near future once we fi nd out very shortly and the best wishes Kensy wanted to give some if any abnormalities exist. the break a different team and within six minutes of the kick off they had the lead again with a Sluga goal, her fourth of the Football no match for Grand Valley State season. The Lakers conceded With temperatures exceeding game with a 14-0 lead, despite a the third quarter. Ben Jennings “Heading into Findlay, as two late goals, and fell 5-4. By Kyle Craig 80 degrees, Mercyhurst put it few dominant possessions by the added to the Mercyhurst a team we really need to get Gammiere said, “We played Staff writer all out on the fi eld against the Mercyhurst offense. Mercyhurst running game with 56 yards on back to the style of play we really good this whole weekend, Lakers of Grand Valley. In the junior Richard Stokes had a the ground and one touchdown had against Gannon and Wayne but the results didn’t come in Four-time Division II end, a high-powered offense big day against Grand Valley, in the fourth quarter. State,” stated red shirt junior our favor and now we just have National Champions Grand combined with an explosive netting 92 total yards. The touchdown for Jennings Steve Kindler. “We had a lot of to pick it up and continue to Valley State University proved to defense rattled Mercyhurst en Grand Valley jumped out to a came in the fourth quarter after confi dence in those games and work and play hard as a team be too much for the Mercyhurst route to a 59-7 victory. 35-0 lead by half, which ended fi nishing the drive off with a we really need to pick up our and not let this decide the rest College football team Saturday. Grand Valley opened the up being 59-0 by the end of 10-yard score. play on all sides of the ball.” of our season.” PAGE 18 SPORTS Oct. 10, 2007

Laker Sports ‘Quick Hits’ Women’s hockey starts season with three Ws Kristen Erickson. well as adding another assist to By Kyle Craig “It felt great to score early!” her stats. Last week’s results... Staff writer responded Jarrell. “After battling In addition Stephanie Jones, Football...... OCt. 6, L 59-7, Grand Valley State back from my injury, I hope to Natalie Payne, Vicki Bendus Womens tennis...... Oct. 5, W 5-1, Saginaw Valley State Mercyhurst College women’s be able to do even more this and Hayley McMeekin all had Oct. 6, L 9-0, Northwood Field hockey...... Oct. 7, L 2-1, Shippensburg hockey opened its season this year on the ice.” big goals on Friday and Saturday Men’s soccer…………………………………………...... Oct. 9, L 2-1, Houghton week with three big games Agosta fi nished the game nights. Women’s soccer……………………………………...... Oct. 5, L 4-0, Grand Valley State against Robert Morris and the with an empty netter assisted by The girls are 3-0 on the Oct. 7, L 5-4, Ferris State University of Maine. junior Valerie Chouinard late in season and will look to battle Women’s volleyball………………………...... Oct. 5, L 3-0, Grand Valley State Oct. 6, L 3-0, Ferris State The girls opened the season on the third period. Boston University in a double Women’s hockey...... Oct. 2, W 3-0, Robert Morris fi re, outscoring both opponents “It was a relief to get that fi rst header weekend on Friday and Oct. 5, W 4-0, Maine 12-0 over the week. game under our belts; we have Saturday night. Oct. 6, W 5-0, Maine The Lakers opened the season a number of new faces on the “Our goals for the season with a 3-0 win over Robert team,” said Agosta. are to come together as a Morris. “It will take some time to team, working towards getting Foster/Jones athletes of the week Friday and Saturday they adjust to the level of play, but to that next level and qualify for posed back-to-back home I believe that we have the right the frozen four,” stated Agosta. Senior Kenneth Foster of men’s cross country crossed the fi nish line in a time opener wins against Maine 4-0 pieces in place to make another Jarrell added, “We hope to of 27:59, which led the Lakers at the Le Moyne Invitational with a second- place fi nish on Saturday. Foster, coming off a win at the “Race at the Park” and 5-0. run at it this year,” she said. work one game at a time focusing last weekend, earned his fourth top 10 fi nish of the year in the fi ve events in Sophomore Meghan Agosta, “Everyone seems to be buying on bringing Mercyhurst another which he has appeared. He has also has fi nished fi rst for the Lakers in every the Division I leading scorer last into the system, and once the league championship.” event this season. season, opened the game beating new girls get acclimated to their “In addition we would like to Senior Stephanie Jones of women’s hockey scored two goals and had two the Robert Morris goaltender surroundings, I believe we will battle our way into the elite eight assists on the week, as the No. 2 women’s hockey team went 3-0, outscor- for the score to give the women be there in the end.” and frozen four, while keeping ing opponents 12-0, in the process. She also was named the CHA Offensive a 1-0 lead over the Eagles. The girls looked even stronger the goal of a National Title in Player of the Week. Jones assisted on the game-winner in a 3-0 victory over This opening goal was more as they batted the Black Bears our grasps,” said Jarrell. Robert Morris and added an assist and two goals, including the game-winner, as Mercyhurst defeated Maine on Saturday. Currently, Jones is just fi ve points than enough for senior Laura on Friday and Saturday night. The Lakers will battle Boston shy of 100 for her career. Hosier, as she was able to Everyone seemed to be University for the fi rst time the pick up her fi rst shutout of getting in the scoring act as seven two schools have met on the Women’s hockey named team of the week the year between the pipes for different players scored goals ice. Mercyhurst. against Maine this weekend. It will also be Skate-for-a- Ranked No. 2 in the USA Today/USA Hockey Magazine women’s college hockey poll, the women’s hockey team shut out three opponents to start the Senior Jackie Jarrell made Chouinard picked up her Cure night to raise money and season for the fi rst time in program history as Mercyhurst went 3-0 to open it 2-0 with an assist by senior second goal of the season as awareness for breast cancer. the season. They defeated Robert Morris 3-0 in its conference opener and then swept Maine 4-0 and 5-0. The Lakers allowed only 37 shots in the three contests, and killed all 18 of their opponents’ power play opportunities on Men’s hockey looks to make a run at a conference title the week. In addition to Jones earning player of the week honors, freshman Vicki Bendus has been named CHA Rookie of the Week. every single day.” wet from under them.” By Chris Davis They will look to do it with an Gotkin explained what he Sports editor Men’s and women’s rowing starts their season strong extremely young team, as they feels the team needs to do to have brought in 10 freshmen win tough, one-goal games this The men’s varsity eight rowing teams placed 11th and 12th out of th 26 teams at the Head of the Genesee Invitational Regatta Sunday in This year marks the 20 year along with a transfer goalie. year. Rochester, N.Y. The two crews were seventh and eighth out of 22 collegiate of the Mercyhurst College “Every team is different,” said “Real good defensive zone teams. men’s hockey program and also Gotkin. “We have a good blend coverage, power play and penalty The women’s varsity eight rowing team placed 20th out of 35 teams at the the same amount of time that of veterans and new players. We kill,” he said. Head of the Genesee Invitational Regatta Sunday in Rochester, N.Y. The head coach Rick Gotkin has will have to win together.” The team opens with the boat was ninth out of 24 collegiate teams. been here to lead the team. The team recently selected Lefty McFaddden tournament Women’s fi eld hockey drops to Shippenburg After the third losing season two veteran players to serve as down in Dayton, Oh. against the in the program’s previous 19 captains. Ohio State University (OSU) on The fi eld hockey team dropped a match on the weekend to Shippensburg, years, the Lakers look to break “Ben Cottreau and Ryan Friday at 8:05 p.m. 2-0, on Sunday. Even though the Lakers played strong on defense, they have the ice and get back over the Toomey were both voted on by “The team is very excited to fallen to 3-9 on the season and will play in Louisville, Ky. on Friday against Lindenwood University before playing Bellarmine University on Sunday. .500 hump this year. the team,” he said. “They have play OSU,” said Gotkin. “Our Last year’s team fi nished both been here for four years team is very excited to play Athletic department announces basketball tip-off dinner 9-20-6 overall and 9-15-4 in the and will be the captains.” in front of a sold out crowd Atlantic Hockey Conference. He is also happy with the of 20,000 people against the The department of athletics has announced that legendary basketball “We play in a diffi cult depth on the team. nation’s best.” coach Jerry Tarkanian will be the featured speaker for the 20th annual Basketball Tip-Off Dinner at the Marriott Ambassador on Wednesday, conference and play against the “We have a good supporting The Lakers will play either Oct. 31. The event will start at 7 p.m., and Tarkanian’s speech will follow best of the best,” he said. “Have cast,” he said. “We will need for Notre Dame or Wisconsin the the dinner. Individual tickets for the dinner can be purchased for $45. a goal to continue to get better the freshman to get their feet following day. Oct. 10, 2007 SPORTS PAGE 19 How about those Indians?

and Sizemore slid under the tag By Chris Davis at home to tie the game 1-1. Sports editor At that point the crowd was going nuts. My dad and Did you know that little bugs I were high fi ving each other could make a difference in and everyone was giving each determining a winner or loser other high fi ves to show their in a sporting event? Recently appreciation for the success and this phenomenon occured in fi ght of the Indians, as people I Cleveland, Oh. during a Major didn’t even know were jumping League Baseball playoff game. up and down, screaming and These little bugs helped the yelling, waving their towels. Cleveland Indians defeat the Signs were fl ying high. One New York Yankees on Friday lady had a sign that read, “I at Jacob’s Field in game two of drove 1892 miles to watch the MLB American League Division Tribe beat the Yankees.” That Series. sign received much praise from The effect that these bugs left the fans. gave the Tribe an opportunity to Another fan had a sign that comeback to tie the game 1-1 in said, “Alex Rodriguez: $28 Contributing photo the bottom of the eighth inning, million, Derek Jeter: $22 million, Freshman Cherie Jackson has taken fi rst in the past three inivitationals. before eventually winning in the Hideki Matsui: $13 million, Jorge 11th. Posada: $12 million. Going 0- The Indians did not win 16: Priceless.” Cross country fi nishes strong the game without assistance. That sign had many fans The Yankees lost it when the within the ballpark screaming Jackson has brought home three Invitational. swarm of bugs settled over the with excitement. By Brittany Jackett fi rst place fi nishes, bringing Senior Kenneth Foster lead mound. The Indians had their chances, Sports editor in her best time since the the team with a second place I attended the game with my but could not get that big hit to National Catholic Invitational at fi nish at Le Moyne with a time father. We did not have the best drive in any runs until the 11th Running is a grueling activity Le Moyne of 20:14. of 27:59, slightly slower than seats, as we sat behind third inning. Travis Hafner lined a 3- for many; it requires extreme Mercyhurst also had fi ve his fi rst place fi nish the previous base up in section 570, Row N. 2 fastball into left-center fi eld to mental and physical prowess, runners break into the the week (27:42). Being there and cheering with give them the victory that put which many people lack. top ten during the invitational The team fi nished second the other 41,000 plus people the Tribe up 2-0 in the series. The runners of the this week – freshman Christie overall at Le Moyne with the help at Jacob’s Field was an amazing After that hit, it felt like Mercyhurst College men’s and Turak (5th), Amanda Ehrbar of freshmen Ronny Whiting feeling. The crowd made noise Indians fans were vibrating the women’s cross country teams (7th), freshman Emily Monahan (4th), junior Mike Humphrey and came alive throughout stadium. People were hugging have proven over the past few (9th) and freshman Jennifer (9th), freshmen Christopher many parts of the game to show each other that they did not even meets that they clearly have Mieczkowski (9th). Strohm (10th) and junior Derek its support for the Indians. know, along with screaming and such capacity. The men’s team was also Hoerner (11th). The Yankees’ setup man, Joba yelling like I have never seen. On the women’s side, coming off a dominating Foster commented on the Chamberlain, could not stay The Yankees and their $200 freshman Cherie Jackson victory over Gannon University team’s work ethic as the end of focused as bugs were torturing plus million payroll suffered a continued her success from at the Race at the Park in which the season soon approaches. him. Indians centerfi elder hard fought loss to the Tribe. last weekend’s fi rst place fi nish Mercyhurst took the top three “In practice and at the meets, Grady Sizemore stepped to the After the Indians won, there at the Race at the Park, with fi nishes. no one on the team is accepting plate to lead off in the eighth was a message on the scoreboard another fi rst place fi nish at the The men’s team continued anything less than everyone’s inning. After Sizemore walked that read, “This is the Indians Le Moyne Invitational. its success with a second best...it’s either now or never at on four pitches, he advanced to 18th come-from-behind win in In the past three weeks place fi nish at the Le Moyne this point,” he said. second on a wild pitch. Asdrubal postseason history.” Cabrera then laid down a nice The Indians, who lost Men’s soccer puts up a good fi ght, but falls to Houghton sacrifi ce bunt to get Sizemore to game three in New York on third with one out. Sunday, defeated the Yankees College on Tuesday by a score three straight games. After the Tribe left another on Monday to earn their fi rst From staff reports of 1-0 on the Mercyhurst Soccer The Lakers had several runner on base and seemed to trip to the American League Field. chances as they attempted eight be their last hope as the crowd Championship Series since With the loss, the Lakers have shots on goal, and played great started to quiet, but Chamberlain 1998. Game one will be against The Mercyhurst College men’s dropped to 5-7-2 overall on defense, even though they gave threw another wild pitch while the Boston Red Sox at Fenway soccer team fell to Houghton the season, and have dropped up an early goal. Victor Martinez was batting, Park onScoot Frida yWilliams at 7 p.m .photo PAGE 20 SPORTS Oct. 10, 2007 Laker sports

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