First Sensory Room on a College Campus Creates Safe Space For

The Delphian February 12, 2018 The Voice of the Students Volume 73, Issue 7 First Sensory Room on a College Campus Creates Safe Space for Bridges Students back their quality of life,” said Sean Culkin, BY RACHEL SIERADZKI a former Bridges student who graduated On Monday, Jan. 22, Adelphi last year. “It’s to teach them what they are University, in collaboration with the non- capable of. It’s not about working against profit organization KultureCity, unveiled who they are, but working with them.” the first ever sensory room on a college Culkin said that Bridges has campus. The opening of the innovative helped him substantially since he left. He sensory room is meant to provide students currently has a job at Northwell Health, in the Bridges to Adelphi program with a working on cancer research. Faculty in the new safe refuge and a place to relax. Bridges program helped him apply for an The Bridges program supports in- internship there during his time at Adelphi, dividuals who are on the autism spectrum and that later turned into a permanent job. or have other learning disabilities. “But “I like Bridges,” said Laura we don’t discriminate against anybody, so Madtes, a freshman environmental studies anybody could be in the program if they major. “It has helped me manage my work choose to be,” said Stephanie Dawber, so- and get involved in social events. It has cial coordinator for the Bridges program. been a big help to me.” The sensory room is another asset for Bridges students, in addition to the social gatherings, vocational training and ac- ademic supports already provided to them. Faculty and students cut the ribbon to the newly unveiled sensory room. “We understand and respect that Photos by Claudio Papapietro everyone has different sensory needs,” said eryone can be accepted and treated equally Dawber. “The idea of the Bridges program According to Dawber, the sensory regardless of our abilities.” is to provide a safe space for students to go room could not have been created with- He added that KultureCity had when they are feeling overwhelmed.” out the organization KultureCity. Dawber created sensory rooms at zoos and NBA The sensory room is a quiet room reached out last summer to Michelle Kong, stadiums, but never before at a college off to the side in the Bridges office. Inside, the co-founder of KultureCity, asking if she would help Bridges to create a sensory campus. This is to be the first, and hope- Sean Culkin there are squishy beanbag chairs, a small fully not the last, he said. trampoline, mesmerizing bubble walls and room on campus. The initial ribbon-cutting cer- Another part of the program’s a sensory swing hammock. The dim light- “Michelle identified an anony- emony took place in the lobby of the Per- mission is to promote the idea of diversity ing provides a relaxing atmosphere. It took mous donor who funded the room for us, forming Arts Center, with speeches by and inclusivity on campus, while also rais- a little over a month, just about the length so all this stuff is donated,” Dawber said. Adelphi’s president Christine M. Riordan, ing awareness for autism. It was founded of winter break and intersession, to put it Kong’s husband, Julian Maha, the Nagler, now the director of Bridges, Daw- by Mitch Nagler in 2007, with only three all together. founder of KultureCity, said, “Kulture city ber, Culkin and Kong. Afterwards, guests enrolled students in the first semester, but “We have a 3D mural that a Bridg- is an organization that was started when were offered refreshments and invited to it continued to grow and, now, thrive. es student created the digital version of,” our oldest son was diagnosed with autism. the Bridges office for a tour of the sensory “The Bridges program is to teach Dawber said. “We sent it to this artist Rob- Our oldest son is nonspeaking. What we room. students that they don’t have a disability, bie Gilbert, who works out of Arizona and wanted to ensure was a better future for all they don’t have anything that should hold creates these really cool interactive walls.” people with autism worldwide so that ev- Adelphi Greek Life Undergoes Changes Following Racial Incidents race, religion and gender. havior of their members were developed. 150 Greek life members, according to Kes- BY DANIELLE MCDOUGALL The Delphian recently spoke to In addition, both Greek organizations con- sler. He explained that Jason Spradley, the the Assistant Vice President and Dean of tinue to reach out in a transparent manner assistant director of the Center for Student Back in November 2016, the Students, Jeffrey Kessler, and the Vice to identify ways they can make positive Involvement, is working with the chapter Adelphi community was shaken when President for Diversity and Inclusion, Per- change to both the Greek life and the larger in order to plan two “Elimination of Preju- several social media posts captured some ry Greene, about what changes have come Adelphi communities.” dice” events for this semester. members of Greek organizations using of the work they had been doing with the The Office of Student Conduct Sigma Delta Tau (SDT) is cur- the n-word in a derogatory fashion. In administration in order to address the orga- and Community standards also conducted rently on “supervision status” with its na- the wake of the posts surfacing, admin- nizations involved in the posts. Going into investigations into the specific individuals tional organization, and its national lead- istrators opened an investigation into Pi these talks, Greene explained that the main implicated in the incidents, but the results ership visited the chapter on campus to Lambda Phi and Sigma Delta Tau, two of objective was to “create a more diverse and cannot be disclosed on account of them be- “facilitate a meeting about the incident and the organizations implicated in the posts. inclusive climate on campus.” ing private. how and why it was problematic in light Additionally, students from the Latino Stu- Speaking about the results of the Both the Adelphi and its Pi Lamb- of their values and mission,” Kessler ex- dents Association, Black Students United, investigation into both Greek organiza- da Phi chapter requested that their interna- plained. Moreover, SDT will also be cre- Levermore Global Scholars, and the In- tions, Kessler explained that “despite the tional headquarters send representatives to ating two programs focused on bystander ner Light Society staged a demonstration upsetting nature of the social posts, the campus so that they could all discuss by- intervention and diversity training. And its outside of the University Center after the organizations had not violated University stander intervention, use of insensitive lan- on-campus leadership has agreed to reach incidents surfaced in order to express that policy because the Greek organizations guage and inappropriate behavior, and the out to Spradley to have him host a Safe the offending posts were part of a larger themselves did not plan, control or approve chapter’s future together. Additionally, the Zone Training for the whole chapter. phenomenon of discrimination that several these actions. Despite the lack of a viola- chapter co-sponsored a bystander interven- Adelphi students experience due to their tion, plans to address the incidents and be- tion event on Nov. 28, 2017 attended by (Continued on page 3) 2 • February 12, 2018 NEWS The Delphian A Word from the Editor Hello all! I realize that we have been back on campus for about three weeks now, but I would still like to welcome you all again for another semester at Adelphi and with The Delphian. All of us here are happy to be back. Every day, walking from class to class, I feel like we’re in a deep freeze, but Editor-in-Chief Volume 73 I’m starting to feel like there’s love in the air. Valentine’s Day is near. After the holi- Gabrielle Deonath Issue 7 day gift guide in our last issue, we realize you may be left wondering what to get your significant other or your friends for the special day. Our staff came together to create a News Editor Earle Hall Media Center mini Valentine’s Day gift guide to assist you with your shopping needs. Matthew Schroh One South Avenue It’s also been about a month and a half since New Years. Have you kept up Garden City, NY 11530 with your resolutions? Though being busy forces me to keep my schedule organized, Editorials Editor my personal spaces are always a mess. At least once a year, I have to reorganize my Victoria Grinthal HOW TO REACH US drawers, my closet and sometimes my bookshelf. Our graphic designer Lauren Tew has Main Office: 516-877-6935 turned writer in this issue and discusses the ways in which you can start the process of Features & Entertainment Editor E-mail: [email protected] getting and staying organized. Danielle McDougall This semester, we are excited to continue our Panther’s Podium series, where LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Adelphi student athletes write about their personal experiences on, and sometimes off, Sports Editor Letters to the editor must be less than the field. In this issue, Libby Mercuri writes about her study abroad trip to Guatemala Nicoletta Cuccio 400 words and include the author’s and how it put her own struggles as both a nursing student and dedicated athlete into name, as well as affiliation to the perspective. It is always a pleasure to have new voices telling stories they are passionate Production Artists college. Letters may be edited for the about. For more from and about our athletes, like a preview of spring sports, you can Valerie Buonaiuto purposes of space and clarity. find our sports section on page 7. Lauren Tew Letters should be sent to Speaking of people passionate about telling stories, “Unheard Voices” is [email protected] a short feature produced by Acting Associate Dean of the College of Arts and Sci- Staff Writers ences Cindy Maguire and communications professor Terrence Ross and was filmed by Libby Mercuri ORIGINAL ART Adelphi alumni. The film is being screened for the first time in the United States later Rachel Sieradzki Original drawings, photographs, this month, and it focuses on Saharawi refugees and their stories of displacement. The Lauren Tew and political cartoons can be sent to documentary gives a platform to those who are often silenced. To learn more about the [email protected]. Please attach process of traveling to Western Sahara and shooting the film, take a look at our story Delphian Advisor name and affiliation to the college. about it on page 3. Liza N. 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Instagram: @the_delphian Now that my days as editor-in-chief are also numbered, I’m committed more so than ever to bringing all of you quality content for the next three and a half months. I hope I have done so by the time I walk across the stage in May. Though it is a time- consuming and stressful job at times, it is also very rewarding to see the final product of all of our hard work. On that note, happy Valentine’s Day, and have a good week! -Gabrielle Deonath Editor-in-Chief Journalist Donna Ladd Will Visit Campus to Talk Alternative Journalism

BY GABRIELLE DEONATH about the smartest policing practices and she went on to pursue her graduate edu- reforms in a balanced solutions-oriented cation at Columbia’s Graduate School of On Wednesday, Feb. 21 at noon fashion by telling rich and honest stories Journalism. in Nexus 155, the Communications De- about the people on the front lines of this For more information, contact the partment and The Delphian will host a talk difficult, but predictable, rift between com- Communications Department at 516-877- by Donna Ladd, editor-in-chief, CEO and munities of colors and the men and women 4905 or check The Delphian Facebook co-founder of the alternative weekly paper who police them.” She has also received page. “Jackson Free Press.” Through the talk, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation Leadership titled “Solutions Journalism in Crime Pre- Network Fellowship and the Packard Fu- vention and Investigative Reporting,” she ture of Children fellowship. will explain what “alternative journalism” She has won a number of awards means, the type of work it entails, how for her work, including the Fannie Lou it differs from traditional journalism and Hamer Humanitarian Award, a Dress for Want to join The why it matters. This opportunity is open to Success Women of Strength Award in students from all departments. 2009, the 2009 Angel Award from the Cen- Delphian? Ladd is also a freelance writer ter for Violence Prevention and the 2006 for the “Guardian” and teaches narrative Friendship Award and formerly served as Join us for our nonfiction workshops and seminars, called the diversity chair of the Association of Al- “Writing to Change Your World,” empow- Grant, she focuses on researching, analyz- ternative Newsmedia. meeting Monday, ering writers to write with purpose, while ing and reporting the differences between Now a former New York City res- also providing them the tools to tell com- violence prevention programs and initia- ident, Ladd lives in Jackson, Mississippi, pelling stories. tives created by local law enforcement and but still frequently visits the New York March 5 at 1 p.m. As a recipient of a John Jay communities in New York City and others area. Ladd spent her undergraduate years College “Preventing Violence” fellow- around the country. On her website, Ladd at Mississippi State, where she earned a ship and a Solutions Journalism Network states that her goal is to “uncover and write Bachelor’s of Arts in political science, and The Delphian NEWS February 12, 2018 • 3 Faculty and Alumni Collaboration on Forgotten Story of the Greek Life Changes Saharawi to Debut in U.S. (Continued from page 1) For the purpose of addressing BY GABRIELLE DEONATH Greek life as a whole, a representative from it has now become a part of Adelphi’s Diversity Committee. Representatives What started as an exploration from Greek life also share with Greene the of the individual ancestral histories hid- work of the Diversity Athletic Council; den within a Western Sahara refugee camp that work includes a diversity pledge and a evolved into a feature about the collective diversity statement. story of the displaced Saharawi people. On Concerning the entirety of the Feb. 21 at 7:15 pm, “Unheard Voices,” a Adelphi community, no changes or devel- shortened version of the longer film titled opments have been made to the student “When the Sun Came for Them,” will be conduct policies at this time. However, screened for the first time in the United there have been multiple resignations from States at Anthology Films in Manhattan. both campus employment and leadership Produced by Cindy Maguire, act- positions. Kessler explained that he could ing associate dean of the College of Arts not divulge more information about this and Sciences, and communications pro- due to privacy concerns. fessor Terrence Ross, the film was shot in Each of these developments seem 2014 on two iPads too old for continued to be part of what both Greene and Kes- use at the university. Behind the camera, sler want to see Adelphi strive towards be- even with little training in filmmaking, ing, that is, “a university without prejudice, were three recent Adelphi alumni, Enas El- hatred or bias.” Only time will tell what mohands, Lara Hnizdo, and Bec Everett. to a war,” Maguire said. “They’ve been However, once filming began, all changes will come of these developments, “When we got the footage, we displaced for a long time, but part of their involved were able to thoroughly enjoy and if they will begin to make Adelphi a realized that it wasn’t so much individ- identity is fight of return. Even the camps the experience, according to Maguire. She truly inclusive campus for students of all ual stories of past, although they do [talk are prefiguring what it would be like if they also said that she was entertained by their identities. In the meantime, it goes with- about] that,” Ross said. “It was more a were back home.” remarkable sense of humor and touched by out saying that undoing what students has story of the Sawahari people, their past and Maguire became familiar with the hospitality of the women she met. One observed as a pattern of discriminatory how this happened. We decided to try to the camp the previous year when she par- woman told the team from Adelphi that behavior and language will take strenuous make it into a movie, and there was enough ticipated in ARTifariti, an arts festival held any time they wanted to visit again, they work from every corner of the campus. footage to make it into a feature.” in the camps to raise awareness about the could stay with her in her tent in the refu- The Saharawi, the name meaning plight of the Saharawi people, with her gee camp, a gesture embodying the “my “inhabitants of the desert” in Arabic, are nonprofit called ArtsAction Group. Then home is your home” sentiment. What’s on Your Phone? native to the Sahara desert, as they are of she met Ross, and they learned they had For Ross, one of his favorite sto- mixed Arab and Berber lineage. They were complementary interests. ries from the feature involves one woman BY DANIELLE MCDOUGALL nomadic until the 1950s, but the Western “Dale Flashner [director of Adel- who said her father was a scholar who Sahara territory was maintained under phi’s graphic design and production stu- many traveled to study under. She ex- The “What’s on Your Phone” se- Spanish colonialism until 1975. dios] introduced us, and we just started plained that he learned from his father who ries allows students and faculty to share This withdrawal of Spanish con- talking,” Maguire said. “Terrence showed was given that knowledge by his father, their favorite and most useful apps that trol left the region in conflict, as the body me his work around `Shared Roots,’ and I speaking to the custom of knowledge and they cannot live without. Share your favor- of the Saharawi effort, the Polisario Front, was like I go to these places, we should get tradition being passed from one generation ite apps with us at [email protected]. began its battle for sovereignty against these stories. It just came out of that.” to next. When asked what he taught, the Morocco. The dispute remains unresolved, Ross teaches a seminar in the woman replied, “how to live a good life.” Phone owner: Janice Chuquitaype, a preventing the Saharawi refugees from Honors College where each student picks One of his principle teachings was to treat junior social work major returning home. Saharawi lands occupied one ancestor from 100 years ago to re- neighbors like family, and he preached that 1. Spotify-Hulu Package As a by Morocco and the small percentage of search through the semester. That informa- one should never be eating better than their social work major, self-care is important, area controlled by the Polisario Front are tion is then turned into a narrative, usually neighbors, believing that the wealth should so I pay for the Spotify-Hulu package. Stu- physically divided by a wall of sand, more in video format, that can be posted on a be spread. dents only pay $4.99 a month for Spotify than 2,000 kilometers longer. According university- sponsored website for others “It’s not ‘keeping up with the Premium and Hulu. It’s amazing. So I get the U.N. Refugee Agency, there are over to view and respond to through their own Joneses,’ it’s making sure the Joneses are to listen to Spotify commercial-free on my 90,000 Western Sahara refugees housed in ancestor profiles, allowing participants to keeping up with you,” Ross said. “I love way to school, which is an hour-long com- five camps near and around Tindouf, Alge- appreciate their common heritage. that, but it also explains why they got mute. Hulu is just a way for me to keep up ria. “Someone had said if you want screwed. They’re poets and philosophers, with the latest shows like “This Is Us” and people to talk about their ancestors, don’t not fighters. The cream only rises to the “Rick and Morty.” talk to Americans – they only go back one top if it’s armed and dangerous. It doesn’t 2. Group Me I use this to com- or two generations,” Ross said. “[The per- rise just of its quality, unfortunately.” municate with groups I’m a part of. I used son said] go talk to nomads. They can go The longer film was well received this app for group projects so the members back hundreds of years. It’s part of their internationally, winning awards at the Ja- in my group could communicate in a single culture to remember their past.” karta Film Festival and Forum on Human app instead of blowing up my messages on While explained as an enriching Rights and the Barcelona International my iPhone. I have enough group chats on project for all involved, the 10-day trip Film Festival. iMessage. I also use it to talk to my eBoard to the refugee camp was not without its To help the Saharawi people, for the Social Action Gateway Club. hurdles. The three alumni and Maguire ar- there are various nonprofits dedicated to 3. Snapchat I use this app so I rived to find there were issues with their the effort in Spain and in London. For can see what kind of events are going on at housing arrangements; their request to in- those who would like to help a Western Adelphi. I also use it to communicate with terview people within the camp had been Sahari artist who needs support for an art friends and learn about what’s going on in lost in translation, forcing them to spend school in Camp Samara, another Western the news sometimes. the first few days ironing out the kinks and Sahara refugee camp, contact Maguire at 4. AU2GO This app is very use- figuring out how to get exactly what they [email protected]. ful because I use it to check for homework “Something to bear in mind is needed. They were caught in a sand storm on Moodle, and I use MyAULife to see that they’ve been in these refugee camps at one point. And Maguire said that the Photos provided by Cindy Maguire and what events are happening on campus dur- for over 40 years, and the flight of that minimal filming equipment caused some Terrence Ross. ing the day. community – half the population – was due frustration. 4 • February 12, 2018 FEATURES The Delphian How Are Those 2018 New Year’s Resolutions Going? An Adelphi as clutter. Everyone’s personal schedules, dry will happen and are not a big deal. But BY LAUREN TEW objectives and work space will also cer- according to Cornetta, avoid letting the Alum’s Tips for tainly be different from each other. little things pile up for too long because “Be sure to edit your goals as you next thing you know, you have piles every- Success At the start of each New Year, we go to ensure they are personalized for what where that you said you would get back to, BY GABRIELLE DEONATH promise ourselves this will be the year we you need, not what everyone else needs,” but never do. In order to prevent this from stick to our resolutions. But we attempt to advised Cornetta. happening, be sure to take before and after In this column, established Adel- do the same resolution every year. What pictures to look back on. You will see the phi alumni reflect on their own college gives? Truth is, we are terrible at following Finding Time difference in the two areas of the home or experiences and the lessons they learned through with these life changes—and we’re With all that you have to do, it office and remember how good it feels to as they pass down advice to the current not alone in that problem, especially when may seem impossible to have time for be organized. generation of college students. it comes to the resolution to be better orga- something like organizing every corner “There will always be setbacks Steve Jones is the vice president nized. of your living space. Cornetta said that in in life, but this shouldn’t stop you from and general manager at ABC Radio, where In 2017, according to records order not to be overwhelmed, take baby getting where you want to be,” said Hord. he has worked mostly in radio and audio pulled from Google by IQuanti, one of steps. Look at your day and write a sched- Once you get organized, especially with for the last 30 years. There, he began as a the top resolutions was to get organized, ule to see how much time you have left to the help of a professional, there is a system freelance news writer and was given room but only about 8 percent of people actu- spare. This may mean taking some time in process so it does not feel like a project to evolve into the roles of producer, senior ally achieved that goal. However, you don’t away from other activities or finding ways every time. It is the task of getting yourself producer, director, executive director and have to be one of them. Follow these steps to make other aspects of your life easier, to being organized. If you can get your- vice president. He began working at ABC to ensure you are making one resolution in but if you really want something, you will self that far you will not need motivation in 1986, and for the first three years there, 2018 you can finally keep. do anything to make yourself available. All to continue because everything now has a he was also a member of the Adelphi stu- you may need is 20 minutes to organize dedicated spot. dent body. Be in the Right Mindset one drawer, and that is better than nothing. He graduated in the Adelphi Not everyone likes to think or “Organizing does not have to be Contacting a Professional Class of 1989, but according to Jones, the talk about their clutter. At the same time, seen as a chore,” said Cornetta. “You can If you feel like you just can’t get road to graduation was “not simple and physical clutter can be overwhelming and multitask: throw Netflix on in the back- organized on your own, you could hire a straightforward” since he left the universi- can ultimately make you feel a lack of con- ground, blast your favorite music. You can professional organizer. ty twice to pursue full-time positions in ra- trol, and even start to affect other aspects of make it fun.” “People see the value in it and dio, delaying his graduation by six years. your day-to-day life. know it is worth every penny to have After his freshman year, he was hired “In order to change you have to be in someone that knows what they are doing,” at WPIX FM, where he had been work- the mindset where you’re thinking ‘I can do said Cornetta. “They can have it done right ing freelance. After a year, he returned to it but also I want to do it’,” said Mary Cor- the first time rather then messing it up and Adelphi, but only for one semester be- netta, a professional organizer and founder redoing it.” cause he was then hired at WLIR – a local of Sort and Sweet, an organizing service Long Island radio station. After this job, based on Long Island. “Nobody can assist From Resolution to Lifestyle Change Jones was never a full-time student again, if you do not help yourself first by making Just because resolutions have a but while at Adelphi, he was a staff writer the conscious decision to be in a really firm start date does not mean they should have for The Delphian temporarily, avidly re- mindset of changing.” an end date. Resolutions should be a life- viewing new music releases. Becoming comfortable with the style change you stick with and work on Since then, Jones has been a idea before making your goals is a great for the rest of your life, not something mentor to younger Adelphi students and place to start to ensure your success. that is forgotten along the way or changed has organized visits to ABC for finance when the calendar turns to the next New and human resources majors. He antici- From Baby Steps to Strides Year. pated more involvement in the near future. If you want to create a plan that Telling Others According to Cornetta, once you will work best for you, figure out your main Telling others about your New are organized and everything has its place, Jones’s Advice on Patience and goal. “You must ask yourself, ‘Do I want Year’s resolution could be helpful to some, whether it is one room or an entire house, Reputation in the Professional World: my home, office or other personal spaces but may put too much pressure to do well the lifestyle is there for you. You will now 1. “Now so more than ever, with organized, a complete overhaul, purged or to a point where it becomes frustrating or be in a habit of keeping things in order the staff we have here and my engagement de-cluttered’?” said Cornetta. “Once you embarrassing. because you will realize how much easier with younger staff, there is an anxiety over have an answer, you have to make smaller “I don’t think it’s a bad thing to you’re life has become and how much bet- achievement and am I actually moving goals that are directed towards what you share your goals. I believe it will help you ter you feel everyday. When you experi- ahead and as concretely as I should be. need.” stay motivated,” said Hord. “Goals are al- ence this, it is going to make you want to “That is one thing that I would If you try to do it all at once you ways great to have. Someone may want to keep it up. encourage anyone who is in school is to are going to be overwhelmed and unfortu- join you, which could then challenge you Both Hord and Cornetta agree not be so hurried in getting to the goal nately set yourself up to fail. “If your reso- and challenge is always good.” that organizing is addictive. “De-cluttering line because there is really no goal line. lution is to have a clean, beautiful home, Cornetta had an opposing opinion is what is going to make the biggest dif- It’s just a continuing evolution for all of make a goal to do one drawer in your bed- when it came to telling others. “I think it is ference,” said Hord. “To maintain this or- us, including me today at this point in my room today, then tomorrow do the coat better to keep it more to yourself because ganization, you will always want to keep career. Every day, it’s something new I’m closet, the next day do the medicine cabi- you will be satisfied without nosy people a constant de-clutter going. If you like to learning and some new challenge that I’m net,” said Cornetta. getting into your business,” she said. “If shop or bring new items in, I always rec- given the opportunity here to tackle.” Jamie Hord, a professional orga- you must tell someone, pick a coworker or ommend the technique ‘one in, one out’” 2. “We all know that an angry nizer of Horderly, a professional organiz- one or two close friends.” This means throwing out or donating an tweet or a poorly thought out Instagram ing service based in Brooklyn, said: “You Be sure to avoid those who play item first before buying a new one.” photo can cause damage that we can’t an- may want that magazine look of that ideal, devil’s advocate and instead have an up- Make 2018 your year to get orga- ticipate and can’t necessarily undo. I think staged room but make sure your goals are beat, positive attitude. They will push you nized and turn it into your new lifestyle; the most important thing we have is repu- always realistic and functional with your along, especially on days where you feel you never know what other positive chang- tation, and all of us get judged on that in lifestyle. Know that those pictures you see unmotivated. es you may see start to happen. “Getting ways that aren’t always obvious to us. are usually not ‘lived in.’ Getting complete- yourself organized is not just about the “For younger people, I think ly organized does not happen overnight and Recovering from Setbacks physical stuff, it is about gaining control of it’s incredibly important that they have success comes with avoidance of setting Everyone is going to have set- your life,” said Cornetta. an awareness of that and don’t take for too high of expectations - be realistic.” backs; it is the main reason most resolu- Visit sortandsweetny.com and granted that they’re at a point in their lives It is also important to note the fact tions fail and a feature that inevitably horderly.com for more information on get- where it’s probably going to be the most that organizing is subjective; avoid compar- comes with life changes that most people ting and staying organized. uncomfortable for them and also the most ing yourself to others because what some do not handle well. Things like letting the important. Things that they did or said may see as organized, others may perceive dishes pile up or not putting away the laun- may come back to work against them.” The Delphian FEATURES February 12, 2018 • 5

Panther’s Podium: A Breathtaking Experience Becomes a Poignant Education

cling and compost plant in the entire prov- BY LIBBY MERCURI ince. Locals bring their garbage, food remains and recycling materials to the plant Life is full of experiences. The to prevent damage to the lake in the region. good, the bad and the ugly; we all have our We also spent an afternoon with a handful fair share of them as human beings. Some of elderly men and women living in pov- experiences are in our control and others erty who are provided free lunch on week- are completely out of it. To live a life rich days by the Mayan Families organization in the “good” experiences is something to prevent nutritional problems that could that I strive for. I would like to share not inhibit their ability to survive. only a good, but an amazing experience, One of Mayan Families’ favorite that I recently had during winter break. buildings is its animal shelter, where they I am a senior from Massachusetts, nurture rescued strays from their desolate home to the greatest city in the world, with lives in the streets. After spending only two the best sports too. I have been playing hours at this shelter, I fell in love with one sports since the moment I held my first of the dogs and actually just signed the pa- softball glove, and I continued on to play Senior field hockey and nursing major, Libby Mercuri, has a life-changing experi- perwork to adopt him. He will arrive in the four incredible years of field hockey for ence after traveling and spending time in Guatemala. Photo provided by Libby Mercuri U.S. in early February. Adelphi University. Being an athlete has senior year of high school, I decided to pur- organization called Mayan Families, who Lastly, we spent the majority of shaped (and occasionally forced) me to be sue nursing. works to educate, feed, shelter and heal our time in Panajachel building and install- a better person with each passing day. This Being in my fourth and final year hundreds and thousands of indigenous ing wood-burning stoves into the homes mindset is one that I carry with me through of the nursing program here at Adelphi Uni- men, women, children and elders living of families living under the poverty line. every obstacle and life experience. versity, I can say with complete confidence in extreme poverty. The employees at Ma- Nearly all of these families were com- I have grown up with a passion that I have found my place in this life. Over yan Families educated us on the history of prised of three or four adults (mom, dad, for social interaction and human connec- the course of this past winter break, I had Guatemala, the severe poverty rates in the grandparent, etc.) and at least four children. tion. If you know me, you know that I my favorite life experience of the 21 years area and the struggle between the indige- Nearly all of these homes consisted of only could talk to anyone for any length of time. I’ve been alive. On January 6, I flew to nous people and those who migrated there. two or three very small rooms, some with You also know that helping people, in any Guatemala with 11 other AU students and We toured the organization, visiting the four beds that sleep nine people and oth- capacity, is one of my greatest joys. Since two faculty members for a service-learning medical clinic and the education offices. ers with barely enough room to hold a sack I was a child, I have found a sense of ac- trip. After spending two days in the beauti- We also visited the surrounding towns of of corn kernels and a sink with running complishment and happiness in the simple ful city of Antigua, we packed our things San Antonio, San Jorge and Concepcion, water. Installing stoves for these families task of making someone smile or improv- and traveled to a town called Panajachel, where we had many different, memorable seemed like such a mundane task until we ing their life in the simplest of ways. This Guatemala, where the real service began. experiences. is why, when choosing a college major my We teamed up with a nonprofit We visited the first and only recy- (Continued on page 7) 6 • February 12, 2018 EDITORIALS The Delphian

Catching Up with Trump’s Problematic Past: HQ Trivia: Fun, Has This Gone too Far? Frustrating or a First Lady Melania, which is adding to the even worse is the idea that not much is be- BY VICTORIA GRINTHAL controversy of the issue. Daniels, whose ing done upon learning this information. Fraud? As Trump’s first year as President real name is Stephanie Clifford, is now us- Previous presidents have been accused of of the United States ends, new allegations ing this claim to boost her live shows and sexual affairs, and their reputations have BY VICTORIA GRINTHAL and rumors have spread about his personal various films, and has talked to various subsequently deteriorated. However, this relations. The pornographic actress and di- news sources, including “The Washington accusation, as is lots of others concerning The iPhone (and developing An- rector known as Stormy Daniels has pub- Post” and tabloid “In Touch Weekly.” It Trump, has somehow fallen to the way- droid) app HQ Trivia is one of the newest licly claimed to have had an affair with was also found that during the election in side when examining him as a suitable game fads on mobile devices. At 9 pm EST 2016, she was given $130,000 by Trump’s person for his current job. every night and 3 pm EST on weekdays, attorneys to keep quiet about the alleged Many public opinions call for HQ starts a live stream from New York City affair. Since her claim was released, Mela- Trump’s impeachment for numerous mat- in which they ask a series of 12 questions nia’s speakers were quick to dismiss them. ters unrelated to his personal life, but it to all participants. If you succeed in getting However, some reports also noted that the seems that nothing will change. How does all 12 right, you get to share the cash prize First Lady rejected the opportunity to join this latest news prove him to be a good fit with everyone else who also got all ques- the President while visiting another coun- for the presidential position? How does tions right. As host Scott Rogowsky calls try soon after the news broke. this action look when viewed upon in oth- them, hundreds of thousands of “HQ-ties” Whether you love or hate Trump er regions around the world? I just can’t (like cuties) take part in every edition of and his actions, everyone is able to see understand why he is not held accountable this contest, and they have reached mil- what is wrong in this whole occurrence. for such acts that he is accused of. If Dan- lions of participants in a single game since I personally am confused by Melania, as iels/Clifford is telling the truth, and the its Apple release this past August. she is the one stuck in the middle with financial records are correct, this cannot The jury about the game’s popu- what seems to be the best intentions for be just viewed as another one of the Presi- larity is divided: Some love logging in ev- the country. Yes, she has been criticized dent’s antics. The fact that we even have ery day for their shot at some money, while for some of her decisions as First Lady, but a prostitute in the nation’s view because others roll their eyes and call it a waste of she is the mother of his youngest child and his actions are just now being discovered time. Personally, I believe it’s truly a fun has stood tall for her entire duration in this makes me worry for what else we may game, no matter how many people play. It’s position. Regardless, the idea that Trump’s find over the next three years. something that is just meant to be enjoyed Trump back in 2006. This would have been personal affairs have become this publi- and shouldn’t be taken seriously. However, soon after his marriage to current wife and cized and transparent baffles me. What is some things don’t really add up--literally. When splitting the usual cash amount of $2,500 in each game, the amount received depends on the size of the winner’s circle. Is the Entertainment Industry’s View of Rape In other words, if you’re sharing your hard- earned reward with 250 other people, you and Murder Changing? won’t get too much money from the game movies or entertainment, as pop culture So, does this mean that we are after all. Of course, that amount changes BY VICTORIA GRINTHAL focuses on lots of different adult themes now viewing themes differently through- every time you play. Even if you do win a on screen. However, we might be viewing out society? With stories in the past and game, people have reported that they have The drama film “Three Billboards rape and other themes in a different light present like “Fifty Shades of Grey” (in reached lots of difficulties when trying to Outside Ebbing, Missouri” was released than in the past. TV and movies have never which lines are blurred for the sake of ro- receive their earnings. in November 2017 and has received lots had the best reputation when it comes to mance), the answer to this seems unclear. of acclaim in the forms of Golden Globe portraying rape and murder within stories. However, “Three Billboards Outside Ebb- and SAG Awards, among others. The story Specifically, rape is a hard thing to portray ing, Missouri” shows that rape and mur- focuses on mother Mildred (played by ac- in entertainment because it is such a dev- der are real issues that can be neglected tress Frances McDormand), whose daugh- astating occurrence in someone’s life. The by officials and overlooked by the public. ter was raped and murdered by an un- entertainment industry has grown from its Though this is a fictional drama, the point known person in recent months. Mildred’s days of cruel treatment for art’s sake, like still stands that people do not see these emotions are soon aimed at the town’s po- 1972’s “Last Tango in Paris,” in which an issues in the correct light. This isn’t the lice chief, who has done little to solve her actress was infamously raped on film with- only movie in recent years that gives these daughter’s murder. She consequently rents out prior knowledge. themes a proper story. “Spotlight,” which three billboards in her small town to bring However, with all of the recent al- was 2015’s best drama, focused on sur- When searching the app, you find light to his lack of action. legations of sexual abuse comes the idea vivors of childhood abuse. I believe that only its Twitter account and a very blank these stories deserve to be told as they are Wikipedia page before the scores of news in both movies, as they are depicted as real articles calling it a scam that suddenly With movements like #MeToo and issues that can be destructive and devas- came out of nowhere. Many people ques- tating. With movements like #MeToo and tion the app’s financial sources, which are #TimesUp, these cruel actions #TimesUp, these cruel actions are finally still undisclosed at this point. The app was being discovered as what they really are. I created by Intermedia Labs, which says are finally being discovered just hope we as a society can keep up. they are still looking for sponsors to fund their lavish prizes. as what they really are. So much of this is unknown that you have to take it with a grain of salt. If I personally never heard of this that this theme can’t be just a plot point for the information is so limited, you can’t get movie until watching the Golden Globes, a storyline, just as many movies and shows angry or frustrated at its gameplay. Sure, at which it was named Best Picture in the of the past have used it. “Three Billboards” the questions come from anywhere and Drama category. Upon further examina- doesn’t only portray rape as a devastating everywhere, so the facts may be unknown. tion, it seemed that the movie represented act, but something that can change rela- Besides that, it’s just a game. Free to play, more than just an acclaimed drama film. tions beyond the victim. As Mildred’s life and if some money is gotten out of it, it’s The ideas presented in the film of rape, becomes a desperate effort to solve her even better. With everything going on to- murder, abuse and other dark topics can daughter’s murder, the whole town is af- day, this app, whether it’s a stress-reliever easily be understood in the times we live fected by her actions and left to face this or a nuisance to you, is just meant to be in. reality that rape is a killer and a destroyer played and shared, not stressed over. This kind of story isn’t new for of worlds. The Delphian SPORTS February 12, 2018 • 7

Sports Kick-Off for the Spring Season

heading back to the World Series. Going Men’s Tennis of days prior to the start of the semester to BY NICOLETTA CUCCIO into their third week of practice, the team The men’s tennis team welcomed start their preseason workouts. The team is is looking forward to their trip to Florida three freshmen to their 2017-‘18 roster. now on a regular practice schedule and is “It feels great to be named a pre- to begin their first games of the season. Last year, the team finished the season preparing for their trip to Florida in a cou- season All-American, but it’s always nice The team will play their first home double 7-2 in the conference and 9-5 overall. The ple of weeks to begin their schedule. The when things like this come out and I get header on March 4 against New York Insti- Brown and Gold will play home on March Brown and Gold will play their first home to share it with my team. Awards like All- tute of Technology. 6 in their first NE10 match against Saint game of the season on February 28 against American do not come without the support Michael’s College. American International College. and the talent of a team, so this coming out Baseball right before my senior season is a reminder The Adelphi baseball team is Women’s Tennis Men’s Lacrosse of that – a reminder that it’s what we do as coming off a .500 campaign from last Adelphi women’s tennis finished The men’s lacrosse program fin- a team on the field that counts. I feel incred- spring. Shooting out of the gates with their fall season winning the NE10 Con- ished one game shy of qualifying for a ibly lucky to call myself a Panther and to a 13-7 record through their first 20, the ference Championship. The team returned National Championship in 2017. Bring- be able to spend my last year on the field Panthers looked to get back to the play- to campus at the start of the semester and ing back their core characters in 2018, the with my teammates and coaches.” –Brenna offs and fight for their second NE10 title. is lifting and conditioning, but their real Panthers look to edge out a similar mark. Martini, senior softball player. Injuries and late inning blunders kept the training in preparation for their NCAA As road warriors in 2017 with a 7-1 record, Here’s a look at the sports teams Brown and Gold from fighting for a title. tournament, beginning in March, will start the Brown and Gold sits before six away that will be playing this season, their new With Steve Withers being a Preseason in a few more weeks. match-ups this season. The team will have additions and their upcoming games: All-Region Selection, the Panthers will three more tune-ups before starting their bring back a core and, quite possibly, the Women’s Lacrosse regular season schedule on Saturday, Feb. Softball best defensive infield in the northeast re- These 2017 national champions 24, when they will face Long Island rival The softball team has welcomed gion for Division II teams. A bright future are back and ready for more. They wel- LIU Post. three new members to their squad for the seems to lie ahead of this young Panther comed eight new faces to their roster and 2017-‘18 season. The Brown and Gold squad. Here’s to hoping that the future be- are looking forward to another successful finished last season two games away from gins March 3. season. They returned to campus a couple Panther Pup: Katie Murphy Debuts as New Panther’s Podium: Addition to Women’s Basketball A Breathtaking

Q: How has your experience as a A: I am looking forward to the Experience Becomes BY NICOLETTA CUCCIO Panther been? Explain. continuing competition athletically, and as A: Thus far, my experience as a far as academics, going on more trips that a Poignant Education Panther has been great. I have really en- the Honors College has to offer. (Continued from page 5) Our featured Panther Pup for this joyed my first semester both academically Q: What are your expectations for issue is Adelphi women’s basketball’s very and athletically. It has been a lot of fun yourfreshman season, and how has your completed the project and realized just own Katie Murphy. Wearing number five traveling and competing with this team, freshman season been so far? how meaningful it truly was. We were not on her back, the freshman averages 25 min- making memories and having fun along A: I did not have many expecta- just providing these families with a safer utes per game. A pesky defender, Murphy the way. tions coming into this season. So far, my method to cook their meals; we were also is tied for the most steals on the team with Q: How long have you been play- freshman season has been fun. The girls on providing them with a sliver of hope that 38. Read more and learn about the pride and ing basketball for? my team are great and playing with them is there are in fact people in this world who passion that Murphy has for her academics A: I’ve played basketball since a lot of fun. want to help them and improve their lives. and the success of her team. the first grade, joining the boys’ league Q: What has your favorite mo- To sum it up, I witnessed a level since there was not a league for girls. ment been as a Panther? of poverty and a lack of healthcare that I Q: What is it that you love about A: So far, I have loved my time as did not fully think could exist in this world. playing the sport? a Panther. I truly feel that my favorite mo- But somehow, I also witnessed the most in- A: I love the team aspect of bas- ment is yet to come. credible thing: bliss. These people were not ketball. In order to succeed, you need to Q: Do you have any advice for sad, they were not defeated and their heads execute and play as a team. I also love the student athletes going through the recruit- did not hang low. The families I met were different lessons I have learned throughout ing process like you were just last year? the most appreciative, gracious and kind the years from basketball. I have learned A: I would tell them to be patient people I have ever met in my life. Their how to be a leader and the importance of throughout the process. The recruiting pro- physical health was weak without a doubt, hard work and mental toughness, to name cess can be very long and nerve wrecking, but their mental health was so strong and a few. but everyone will find his or her fit. apparent to those who interacted with Q: Is there someone that you have Q: Do you have a goal for your them. looked up to or someone or something that time here at Adelphi? Balancing the life of being a nurs- you play for? A: My goals would be to get as ing major and an athlete can be a real chal- A: I play for my parents. They close to a 4.0 as I can every semester and lenge at times. I have had to learn a great are the ones that have had to take me to to win a NE-10 championship. I want to deal of time-management strategies, team- practices, tournaments and training all represent myself, my family, my team and work skills and, occasionally, ways to try throughout the years. They would spend this university as best as I can. to preserve my sanity. weekends just driving from game to game Q: Anyone that you would like to However, by doing service for Meet number five, freshman Katie Murphy. for me and my other siblings. Every time others and going to Guatemala to work Photo from Adelphi W Basketball Twitter thank? I get out there, I want to make them proud A: I would like to thank my par- with Mayan Families, those challenges be- to thank them for all that they have done. came nonexistent to me. I am eager to see Q: Why did you choose to play at ents and family for all the support. I love Q: Do you have something that what “challenges” life will throw my way Adelphi? you guys. you do before every practice or game that after I graduate in May, and I look forward A: First of all, the location of you will continue to do here? to my next life- changing experience. Adelphi is great. AU is near New York A: I always wear my hair the City, which is helpful for future job oppor- same way for games. tunities, and also it is close to my home, Q: Is there anything that you are allowing my family to come to many looking forward to throughout your col- Come Out to Cheer on Our Panther Teams! games. Secondly, the NE-10 is a great lege career as a student athlete? conference to be able to play in.