THE STUDENT NEWSPAPER OF MERCYHURST COLLEGE SINCE 1929 CAMPUS SPORTS LIVING Top Ten Sports Brick House Coffee, Moments of this week’s “I Heart 2006-2007 Page 5 Erie” Page 13 Stories that topped headlines, page 14 Year in Review Year Vol. 80 No. 22 Mercyhurst College 501 E. 38th St. Erie Pa. 16546 May 2, 2007

Center to enhance college community

The proposal states the Multi-Cul- President for Alumni Relations Cathy By Joshua Wilwohl tural Center will increase awareness of Anderson said the center is much- Editor-in chief diversity. needed for the campus. “The office advocates educational “The most consistent/persistent mes- Mercyhurst College President Dr. growth through scholarship, leadership sage regarding the ‘how to’ of improv- Thomas Gamble announced Tuesday and service. The MCC strives to imple- ing issues surrounding diversity on the that the college will develop a Multi- ment retention and personal enhance- Mercyhurst campus requires having Cultural Center. ment programs that are instituted for a person/office where leadership to “The Multi-Cultural Center (MCC) students to promote academic success resolve these challenges is intentional, is a comprehensive office that sup- and professional development,” states personified, comprehensive, and consis- ports and assists with the educational, the document. tent,” she said in the proposal. cultural, social and personal, needs of Vice President for Student Life Dr. “Dedicating resources, space, salary all students,” states the proposal for Gerry Tobin said the idea for a center and focus would show that the college the center. started several months ago. has chosen to visibly deal with these “The primary focus of the office is “After meeting with a number of issues as a college.” to develop leaders and scholars. Other constituencies, Cathy Anderson began Tobin said the location of the center areas of focus are to create campus wide the search for a multicultural center and has not been determined, but noted it Photo courtesy of Kelly CoFrancisco awareness in regard to socio-economic we’re bringing this forward,” he said. will be located in a high traffic area such Springfest ‘07 will take on a ‘Cinco De Mayo’ theme. issues and to bridge the gap between In a summary proposal about the as the student union. students and faculty.” multi-cultural center, Associate Vice Please see Promoting on Page 3 Renovations on freshman housing Springfest ‘07 Mercy Suites to start in mid-May to be red hot tion ride, are new activities at this year’s Ross said the future setup will include: By Casey Green Springfest. A caricature artist, Old Tyme Contributing writer two bedrooms, one bath, a living room photo booth and airbrush tattoos will and a study room. also be part of this year’s celebration. According to Ross, the renovation will With a platinum-selling artist, free “I am really excited about the roller be based on designs submitted by the food and countless activities, Spring- coaster simulation ride,” said Kelly Interior Design Studio II class. fest 2007 is sure to be a hit. Springfest Cofrancisco, SAC Chair and coordina- Ross said these designs include ideas 2007 is being sponsored by SAC and tor of this year’s Springfest. “We’ve for painting, carpet, furniture and MSG and will be celebrated on Cinco never had anything like it so it should lighting. de Mayo. be a lot of fun.” The renovation will leave two bed- As always, lawn inflatables are included Cofrancisco also said the most rooms that are 13 feet, 11 inches by 11 in the celebration. The usual inflatables requested activity was the Slip ‘N feet, 5 inches. such as the Bungee Run, the Deluxe Slide that was last included in the 2005 It will also make for a living room Bouncer, Bouncy Boxing and the Gladi- Springfest. The Slip ‘N Slide will be area that is 15 feet, 5 inches by 11 feet, ator Joust will all be available as well as next to the Student Union on the hill 5 inches, and a study area that is 11 feet, several new toys. leading down to the Grotto. 3 inches and 9 feet, 2 inches. A 93-foot long Titanic Adventure Ross noted that the suites will still Slide, a Super Size Twister Board and Please see on Cinco on Page 3 accommodate six people with three “The Screamer,” a roller coaster simula- students in each bedroom. Ross said the Residence Life Office Andy Finkel Photo is looking into different beds and lofts Design suggestions for the Mercy Suite renovations were that will accommodate three people in Men’s lacrosse submitted by the Interior Design Studio II class. one bedroom. He said, however, that constructing Residence Life Justin Ross, the suites a living room “…makes the bedroom By Joshua Wilwohl will undergo a complete renovation that a bedroom.” Editor-in-chief officially voted #1 involves removing a wall to make for a According to Ross, s design will be living room. finalized in the upcoming weeks and The Mercy Suites freshman residence The current setup of each suite construction should start in mid-May. halls will soon receive a makeover. includes: three bedrooms, one bath and According to Associate Director of one large closet. Campus news briefs Compiled by editorial staff/from mercyhurst.edu Mercyhurst senior wins ter of Pi Sigma Alpha political honor of any organizations for which I ‘Erie Idol’ competition society welcomes Dr. Morton Cole- work.” Erie’s newly crowned “Idol,” 21- man to campus on Monday, May 7. The pledge program stems from the year-old Kayti Ostromecki, graduates Coleman is the Director Emeritus efforts of Sister Michele Schroeck, from Mercyhurst College in May with of the Institute of Politics at the Uni- RSM, director of service learning, and a communication degree but, if the versity of Pittsburgh and will deliver students: Nadine Beres, Julie Hranica, stars continue to shine on her, she may a lecture on “Politics: The Dilemma Vanessa Diaz, Jen Helbig, Stephanie be communicating as a pop vocalist of Media Consolidation and Frag- Prohaska and Zack Ufnar. rather than a PR professional. mentation” in Taylor Little Theatre Erie students can sign now through Kayti won the Erie Idol contest, at 8 p.m. Friday, May 11, from 11 a.m. to 1 sponsored by WFXP-TV, on the The talk is free and open to the p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. in the bookstore. strength of two performances: Aretha public. Graduates at Mercyhurst North East Franklin’s “Natural Woman” placed can sign May 14-16 in the foyer of her among the top five out of 20 in the Seniors asked to take a the Ridge Building from 10 a.m. to Idol finals on Thursday, April 26, and “green pledge” 3 p.m. Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance Graduating seniors on the Erie and Students who sign will receive a with Somebody” sealed the win. North East campuses still have time pledge card and their names will be to sign the Graduation Green Pledge posted on Mercyhurst’s graduation Pi Sigma Alpha welcomes that states: Web site. Contact Sister Michele at Dr. Morton Coleman “I pledge to explore and take into [email protected] for Don Eighmey Photo In celebration of the induction of account the social and environmental more info. The Mercyhurst men’s lacrosse team further distinguished its new members and graduation of consequences of any job I consider season by adding to their long list of accolades, in what may become senior members, the Mercyhurst chap- and will try to improve these aspects the program’s most successful campaign. Please see page 12. PAGE 2 THE MERCIAD May 2, 2007

NEWS To contact: [email protected] Magoc awarded Police and Safety Log for green efforts World Briefs April 24 April 28 International news By Jessica Kocent Larceny/Theft Larceny/Theft News editor 3828 Lewis Ave. Baldwin Hall Compiled by Prince Harry to be Closed Open Jessica Kocent deployed to Iraq Pending Investigation From BBC News On Monday, April 23, Dr. Chris April 25 Prince Harry will be deployed Magoc, Chair of the History De- Criminal Mischief April 28 to Iraq with his regiment, the partment, was presented with the 742 East 40th St. Larceny/Theft head of the British army has first ever Sustainability Award, by Closed Baldwin Hall confirmed. President Dr. Tom Gamble, Sis- Open Gen Sir Richard Dannatt said ter Maura Smith and the Green April 25 Pending Investigation he had taken the decision person- Team at the first annual Sister Larceny/Theft ally but stressed it would be kept Maura Smith lecture. Baldwin Hall April 28 under review. Magoc has been a vital part Open Larceny/Theft He called for an end to the of the environmental efforts on Pending Investigation Baldwin Hall “somewhat frenzied media spec- campus since coming to Mercy- Open ulation around this issue...” hurst College. April 25 Pending Investigation There have been fears for the He helped to found the Green Dr. Chris Magoc Burglary safety of the prince in Iraq amid Team in 2000, and most recently Athletic Center April 28 apparently worsening tensions in has helped to spearhead a Green Gamble to the daily efforts of Closed Criminal Mischief the country. Team initiative, which is await- Ken Stepherson and his physical 3937 Briggs Ave. Dannatt added “I will of ing approval by the Board of plant staff…to the impassioned April 26 Closed course keep that decision con- Trustees. and inspired leadership of the Criminal Mischief College Discipline tinually under review, and if The initiative will add a $15 fee students on the issue of green Hirt Center circumstances are such that I to student tuition to increase the energy…we now seem to be Closed April 30 Shia figures have said the change that decision, I will make Green Team funds to institute moving toward establishing a Liquor Law Violation prince will be targeted. a further statement.” new environmentally-friendly college that will increasingly be April 26 Baldwin Hall programs on campus. known for its environmental Burglary Closed U.S. court rejects Guantanamo case These programs may include responsibility and stewardship,” Baldwin Hall College Discipline increasing wind power, investi- said Magoc. Open The US Supreme Court has refused to hear a case lodged by two gating the use of wind energy Magoc will be handing over his Pending Investigation April 30 Guantanamo Bay prisoners who sought to challenge the legality of on campus, expand the use of responsibilities of Green Team Larceny/Theft US military courts. solar power on campus and advisor to Dr. James Snyder, As- April 28 Baldwin Hall The court gave no reason for its decision but three out of nine investigating a number of other sociate Professor of Philosophy, Larceny/Theft Open judges said they would have heard the case. possibilities. at the end of this year. He still Baldwin Hall Pending Investigation A total of four votes would have been sufficient to have the case Magoc said, “While I am deeply plans to be involved in a few par- Open heard by the Supreme Court. touched and personally gratified ticular projects on campus. Pending Investigation by this award, the sustainability “It is exciting to see the students Turkish PM makes advancements are really a tes- all charged up,” said Magoc. appeal for unity tament to the success of the “I believe that in and out of college.” the classroom, the campus is Turkey’s Prime Minister Recep He wants to, in fact, receive the really honoring the mission of Students and Tayyip Erdogan has appealed for award on behalf of all the efforts the college and the vision of the national unity in the row that has put forth by the whole campus. Sisters of Mercy.” erupted over the disputed elec- “From the spirit of Sister faculty on ‘lock tion of a new president. Maura Smith to the leadership He said an “atmosphere of of Tom Billingsley and President stability” was essential. down’ for charity Erdogan’s ruling Islamist-root- Kyle Linehan, MSG Treasurer ed AK party has put forward By Jessica Kocent News editor Ryan Palm, Assistant Directors Foreign Minister Abdullah Gul Reminders for of Residence Life Justin Ross for president. But the army has and Joe Howard and Associate hinted it may block him. The Ambassador Club has Professor of Philosophy, Dr. Last week Gul was backed in a all graduating been working on an interesting Ludlow Brown. vote in parliament, but the con- fundraiser since the beginning Associate Vice President Ty- stitutional court has been asked of April. rone Moore, and Associate Pro- to annul the vote. The entire Mercyhurst Com- fessor of Religious Studies, Dr. It says it hopes to rule on the MC seniors munity as well as some local Daniel McFee also helped out petition before the next round of Erdogen has backed Gul businesses really pulled together behind the scenes. the vote is due to take place on for the Turkish presented here. to help the March Of Dimes Altogether they raised over Wednesday. By Bjorn Alnaes Later that day, the Welcome Foundation. presidency. Contributing writer $700, which far surpassed the to the Alumni Reception will be The fundraiser “captured” five anticipated amount. held in the Student Union from participants from their offices “We want to thank the faculty Israeli leader, Olmert, Graduation is approaching rap- 7.30 to 9.30 p.m.. This event is and apartments Thursday, April and staff members for their gen- ‘rushed to war’ idly and many seniors are prob- free of charge and welcomes 26. They were then taken to the erous donations, Papa Johns for ably already feeling stressed and seniors, parents and faculty. Student Union, and asked to providing lunch and all those that Israeli Prime Minister Ehud overwhelmed by all the forms Reservations are required with raise $50 before they could be helped out with the lockdown. Olmert has been criticised for that need to be filled out, and all ticket pick-up in the bookstore released. We had an extremely successful taking Israel to war in Lebanon the arrangements that need to beginning Monday, May 7. Also Participants who were placed fundraiser,” said co-chairperson last year “hastily” and without a be attended. remember that dress-code is under “lockdown” included for the fundraising committee comprehensive plan. Friday, May 11, the celebration business casual. Ambassador Club President Leah Sefcik. A government inquiry panel starts with the Senior-Dinner Saturday, May 19, a family found him and other leaders Dance at the Avalon Hotel. picnic in the grotto will be ar- guilty of “very serious failings” The dance will start at 7 p.m. ranged by the MSG. The event in handling the war. and end at midnight. Dinner will is for the graduating students About 1,200 Lebanese and be served and transportation will and their families. Sign-ups are STUDENT TANNING 160 Israelis were killed after Is- be provided by MSG. being held in the Student Union rael launched operations against If you would like to sign your until May 16.

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Olmert said in a TV address he dent Union during the week of graduation. Numerous events tanning r e UV Speed had no intention of resigning. April 30. Ten people are allowed will be held this day, with the v session He said that instead he would at each table. Further questions commencement starting at 2 p.m. Tanning

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a s Olmert has no intention of sions of the report, admitting rected to the Mercyhurst Student Center). Following the gradua- that “mistakes were made”. Government. tion ceremony, a farewell recep- $2.00! $19.99 resigning. *Must present coupon and *Must present coupon and The fun continues Thursday, tion will be in Egan Dining Hall. student identification student identification

Somalis returning to capital, Mogadishu May 17, when the seniors head to This will be the last Mercyhurst

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To contact: [email protected] News Mercyhurst green team unhappy MSG reps sworn in with Union expansion plans

input either. A small survey The plan has already passed tually lower our energy bills,” By Courtney Stuempges was sent out, but that was the through the students by the said Rulli. Contributing writer extent. MSG elections. It was agreed a The less heat we use the less “Is the expansion really nec- separate fee of $15 per student, energy we use and the tuition The Green Team is consistently essary? Does it meet people’s per year would be added onto the should decrease in the future, looking for new ways to bring needs?” Rulli asked. tuition bill for these students. explained Rulli. the Mercyhurst campus to a The Green Team also asks if This $15 would help increase The library, Hirt Center and whole new meaning of ecologi- the expansion is at all environ- the wind energy Mercyhurst pur- D’Angelo Performing Arts Cen- cal-friendly. Recently they found mental friendly, or has an envi- chases from 10 to 20 percent. ter on campus are already geo- a new way, and it is up to you ronmental design. The team would like to get an thermal buildings. to help. As far as the land in the Grotto Advisory Committee together, Rulli said she would also like As far as the expansion of the goes, Rulli said the expansion and composed of students, faculty to see the wind energy actually Andy Finkel photo Union goes, the Green Team the ecological impact were not members, administration and visible on campus. On Monday, April 23, 26 Mercyhurst Student Government disagrees on the matter. Junior fully thought out. Flooding in Green Team advisors to repre- “This way, students would have representatives were sworn in. MSG will have their first Megan Rulli, who runs the Green the Grotto and the health of the sent everyone on campus. more of an understanding with meeting of the 2007-2008 school year on Monday, Sep- Team, says there has been no trees comes largely into play. A proposal they have already what’s going on.” tember 3. open dialogue on the issue. The Green Team is also in the received is a Green Roof, where “We would just like to trans- “As a leader, no one came to process of getting the Board of trees, shrubs and grass would form the campus to be environ- us to ask our input,” said Rulli. Directors to agree on their Green actually be planted on top of a mental friendly,” said Rulli. “And “This seems like an internal MSG Energy Renewable Land Fund. building on campus. we want to make the students a Promoting diversity project.” Along with Rulli, the other stu- “This would help the building part of this as well.” Rulli also said she has seen no dent-force behind this is junior stay warmer in the winter, cooler professional and I am confi- real push to get the students’ Angela Phillips. in the summer and would even- Continued from page 1 dent that multicultural affairs at Mercyhurst College will do the Assistant Vice President for same.” Student Life and Director of Williams-Marrero said she will Cinco de Mayo takes over the ‘Hurst Residence Life Laura Zirkle said strive to increase diversity aware- this, the barbeque will feature the creation of a multi-cultural ness on campus. Continued from page 1 not only the usual hotdogs and center is an on-going focus. According to Williams-Mar- hamburgers but chicken, pork, “All we had was the Diversity rero, she plans to continue events “This year’s Springfest seems baked beans as well as chips 101 club,” said Zirkle. “Now such as the international food like it is going to be really fun,” and salsa provided by El Canelo there is the creation of a multi- night that includes foods from said Ricki Proper, a sophomore restaurant. cultural center.” all over the world. Art Therapy major. “I can’t wait Zach Pekor, a member of SAC, Tobin said the center will be Williams-Marrero also said she for the caricature artist and Slip explained that the committee had led by Assistant Director of has new plans such as creating a ‘N Slide.” a lot of fun planning this year’s Residence Life and Diversity “Dinner with Six Strangers.” Chris Cagle is this year’s guest Springfest. 101 adviser Pertrina Williams- She said the dinner would performer. Cagle’s popular songs “It the most exciting event we Marrero. encourage people to meet new include “Laredo,” “Miss Me plan all year and it should really Williams-Marrero, who will people from the community. Baby” and “Chicks Dig It.” be a blast.” begin her duties as director of “This is to enhance who we Students attending the daytime As with all other SAC events, the multi-cultural center on July are and that we are Mercyhurst activities will be given a chance everything at Springfest is of- 1, said she will leave her position College,” she said. “And we do to enter a raffle to win a Meet ‘N fered free of charge. The day as assistant director of residence have diversity here.” Greet with Cagle after his per- activities will be located outside life. Williams-Marrero said she formance. Ten Meet ‘N Greet the student union, beginning at 1 Photo courtesy of Darcy Kemp According to Tobin, Williams- wants the center to be a hub for tickets will be given away. p.m. and going until 7 p.m. The The virtual reality roller coaster is sure to be a “Scream.” Marrero will continue to advise culture. Coffey Anderson will be open- barbeque will be in Garvey Park Diversity 101. “I want it to be a place where ing for Cagle. Cagle and Ander- from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Gamble said Williams-Marrero conversation happens and a place son will perform in the MAC at SAC and MSG will be offering 350 guest tickets available at the Doors open for the perfor- is the best choice as director for where we can grow and learn 8 p.m. tickets for the Springfest concert beginning of the week. After two mances at 7:30 p.m. and the the center. about each other,” she said. Because the festival falls on in the Student Union from 11 days of sales, over 600 student concert will begin at 8 p.m. “Trina has been an important Cinco de Mayo and the perform- a.m. until 6 p.m. all week. There tickets and 20 staff tickets have The concert will be held in the and vibrant part of Mercyhurst’s er is a country star, the theme is were 50 faculty and staff member sold. Guest tickets have com- MAC. efforts over the years,” he said. TEX-MEX. In accordance with tickets, 1400 student tickets and pletely sold out. “Trina continues to grow as a

May 14th thru May 16th (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) 8:30 a.m. until 7 p.m. Thursday, May 17th 8:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. *Also buying books from previous terms* PAGE 4 THE MERCIAD May 2, 2007 CAMPUS Living To contact: [email protected] Watch out for muggers

In the Communications Cen- tion Forms, Accompaniment to By Carla Hart ter, the surveillance cameras are Criminal Justice Proceedings and Contributing writer videotaping the campus and, Homicide Survivor Groups. with digital technology, are able The Director of Health Ser- What do you do if you’re to capture deviant acts on film. vices, Chris Dimperio, urges vic- mugged? First, stay calm and Mercyhurst Police and Safety tims to get injuries documented don’t panic. Thankfully the mug- also work with the Erie Police immediately because insurance ger only wanted your belongings Department. So, don’t worry, companies go back to the origi- that can be replaced. they’re watching, and ready to nal documents when negotiating And take off the iPod, or at protect and serve. compensation. least turn it down when walking We seem to take it for granted If you know of anyone who down the street or on public that, “it won’t happen to me,” has been victimized, be a friend transit. but it does happen to men and and “steer them to the health Be careful, that’s what I always women alike. And it could be center,” Dimperio said. say. It can happen any time, or any time of the day or night, It’s also important to know, anywhere. according to Mercyhurst Police you’re not alone. But, you must Photo courtesy of Paul Macosko Sometimes, the best defense is and Safety. Just because it’s well reach out so people know that Director of Campus Ministry, Sister Geri Rosinski, will be leaving at the end of the year. a good offense. lit, doesn’t mean it can’t happen. you’re suffering. A strong sup- Good planning can go a long If it does, report the crime right port system is offered right here way in ensuring that you won’t away. The best statement is a on campus. And the situation become a mugger’s next victim. fresh one. do get better. Sister Geri says Bring a team of friends with you A mugging is merely slang for Keep your eyes open and be so you don’t travel alone. robbery, as classified in the State aware of your surroundings, so The mugger isn’t playing fair, of Pennsylvania. Reporting the that you’re not taken unawares. and may cheat bringing along crime to start the investigation Jesus told us that in one way goodbye to ‘Hurst others meaning to inflict harm. can bring retribution, hospital or another. And I do suggest Happily, after speaking with and monetary. You may qualify prayer. A happy heart is a ful- on campus. compassion and mercy – the Mercyhurst Police and Safety, the for indemnification (payment) by filled heart. By Chelsea Boothe Few could refute what a won- students.” office is open, 24 hours a day and the State of Pennsylvania. Victim Witness Services of Campus living editor derful campus minister she has Daniel Cabanillas, director of seven days a week. Through the Victim Witness Erie County has a 24 Hour been, and all will agree that who- liturgical music, “Sadly, there will They were very helpful and Services of Erie County victims Hotline: (814) 455-9515 and is Since 1998, Mercyhurst has ever takes her place next will have be no more ‘hi darlings.’ Sister is concerned, pointing out that are also provided services includ- located at 125 West 18th Street, had the honor of Sister Geri very large shoes to fill. very passionate about what she their doors are always open, ing, Crisis Intervention, Sup- Erie, PA 16501. Rosinski’s presence on campus. So many students and faculty believes. She took her job way ready to support the well being portive Counseling, Assistance Sister Geri has faithfully and have stories they could tell about beyond the call. She did more of the public. with Filing Victim Compensa- passionately been the Campus the role Sister Geri has played in than was ever asked of her, and Ministry Director, helping to their lives, and there are many more than seems humanly pos- make this school the fine institu- who could tell of how much they sible.” tion it is today. will miss her. Dr. Gerard Tobin, vice presi- NEED HEALTH INSURANCE? In countless ways she has af- Offered below are only a very dent of student life, “Besides Graduating or between jobs? fected the lives of thousands of few who have known her, loved having the loudest laugh on students, through her warmth, her and will miss her dearly. campus, Sister Geri also has No longer eligible for coverage under your parent’s plan? devotion, kindness and hugs. Dr. Thomas Gamble, presi- one of the largest and most With great sadness, however, dent, “Sister Geri has been a tender hearts. In moments of • Affordable Sister Geri is being called to great blessing to campus minis- tragedy and profound sadness a new and different ministry try, to our students and to Mer- especially, Sister Geri has blessed • Flexible within her faith and community cyhurst as a whole. I’m sure you Mercyhurst with a ministry of in Rodchester, NY. will hear about her enthusiasm presence and an abiding faith • Easy to apply Although she will readily admit and passion from everyone you that reassures us that all will be • Well known companies including that serving and working among talk to. I just want to add that well. The Division of Student the Mercyhurst College commu- she has been a personal blessing Life has been so grateful for Sr. Highmark, HealthAmerica and nity has been one of her happi- to me, and for that I will always Geri’s generous spirit and all of est positions, she leaves without be grateful.” us will miss her and wish her well Assurant Health reservation, because she trusts in Sister Michele Schroeck, ser- in her new ministry.” God’s ultimate plan. vice learning, “Sister Geri has Paul Macosko, campus minis- Sister Geri’s faith is both out- expanded the opportunities for ter, “Sister Geri has a remarkable Abby Marasco [email protected] standing and strong, and she religious activities to include way with people. She knows how Loesel Schaaf Insurance Agency 814-833-5433 allows it to guide her whenever more retreats and student initi- to make people feel comfortable, campusdoor_5’7x10_3-22-07:Layout 1 3/26/2007 9:52 AM Page 1 and wherever she goes. ated projects. She is a real Mercy how to empathize, and how to Contact me for a quick quote and simple application! Although she will greatly miss presence who supported justice build connections and relate the students and faculty at the and outreach activities including to them no matter what age, ‘Hurst, she knows that where she the alternative breaks. She will socio-economic status, gender, is going, she is needed. be greatly missed.” or situation someone may find So many people on this campus Fr. Jim Piszker, college Chap- them self in. have been touched by her love lin, “Sister Geri and I both came “She has been a personal men- and concern for others. Whether to Mercyhurst at the same time in tor to me for the past eight years it is a freshman who is looking to August 1998. Having never met and she gave me my first oppor- fit in, or a senior who is nervous before, we were able to establish tunities to explore ministry. For about his or her future, Sister an excellent working relationship this and for the many things she’s Geri is always open and ready to and I have come to appreciate taught me regarding ministering hear the student body. Sister’s skills as a gifted pastoral to others, seeking God’s will, and Her genuine personality and minister. She will be greatly living out what you believe, I’m likeability has helped to make her missed, most particularly by the incredibly grateful.” one of the most loved persons central object of her great love,

Photo contributed by Andy Finkel Juniors Will Swafford and Jeff Allen are riding around on their crotch rockets. YOUR FUTURE IS WITHIN REACH Motorcycle gang takes ‘Hurst And so is the money to pay for it ing for three years and has put to ride with. By Joshua Wilwhol College expenses should not be a roadblock for your future. Stay on track with 15,000 miles on his 2003 Honda Swafford said he enjoys riding Editor-in-chief ZVR. in Erie, Pa., despite the city roads an alternative loan from Campus Door. Get up to $250,000 to pay for college Allen recently bought his 2007 not being great. and make no payments until 12 months after you graduate. Apply online today Vrrrooommm. The sounds Harley Davidson Sportster last “It’s a good town to ride in with at campusdoor.com to receive an approval usually in less than a minute. Spend of the motorcycles fly threw month. nice scenery,” he said. “If you go your time planning for your future, not worrying about how to pay for it. campus. Swafford said he bought his 15 miles outside of Erie, it’s farm You can hear them a mile away, motorcycle when he was in the country and a nice ride.” but motorcyclists Jeff Allen and military and had extra money. Allen, however, said he prefers Will Swafford don’t care – they’re He also noted he wanted to the New York roads. You have the will. We have the way. hitting the open road. anger his girlfriend and mother, “The air is fresher in New York campusdoor.com Swafford and Allen are only which, he said, succeeded in than in Erie,” he said. two of the several students on doing so. Swafford said he rides 200 campus who enjoy the door-free Allen said he always wanted miles at a time. All loans are subject to credit approval. Programs, rates, terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. Other restrictions apply. vehicles and the brush of air to own a motorcycle since he Swafford and Allen said they Trade/Servicemarks are the property of Campus Door Inc. and/or its affiliates. Lender is Lehman Brothers Bank, FSB. ©2007 Campus constantly hitting their face. was young, but never got one have many more roads to explore Door Inc. All Rights Reserved. Equal Opportunity Lender. Swafford said he has been rid- because he didn’t have anyone across the country and in Erie. May 2, 2007 THE MERCIAD PAGE 5 CAMPUS To contact: [email protected] Living Cookie recipes

There are only two more weeks mom, who has made this recipe of school left, and by the end of for every celebration throughout the year, everyone wants to cel- my life. With Meg ebrate, whether it be the comple- It tastes delicious and can be tion of another year, graduation, personalized by decorating each winning an award or landing your cookie for an individual. dream job. The most important thing is to and Kyle This recipe can be the center of get together with your friends at And who doesn’t love a giant any great celebration party. the end of the year to celebrate all cookie to share with friends? This recipe came from my of the year’s accomplishments.

Cookie Cake Ingredients Equipment

1 cup butter Large bowl Photo courtesy of Jen Gildea 1 cup creamy peanut butter 2 pizza pans Above: Fashion Promotions students, Leslie McAllister, 1 cup sugar Wooden spoon Shelley Turk, Jen Gildea, 1 sup brown sugar Spatula Jimmy Mason, Meghan Oxenreiter, Laura Pusateri, 2 eggs Measuring cups advisor Amy Weaver-Kaulis, 1 ¼ cup flour Stepfanie Skinner, Jess Shane, Stacey Laveen, Kate 1 tsp. baking powder Reumler, Sunita Mathur, ½ tsp. salt Kelly Wilson, Abbey Rowe and Marissa Riccelli. Directions Right: Fashion models, 1. Beat the butter, peanut butter, sugar, and brown Katie Cahill, Kathy Teelak, sugar together until they are light and fluffy. Caitlin Collins and Tamara Putney get ready backstage 2. Add the eggs and mix well. Then add the flour, before the show. Photo courtesy of Kelly Logan baking soda, and salt and mix well into the batter. 3. Finally, stir in the oats and the M & M’s until they Fashion takes the runway With the help of local retailers, and her family to help pay the are evenly distributed through the batter. By Jen Gildea including JCPenney, Urban Be- burdensome post-surgical ex- Contributing writer 4. Spread the batter into the two pizza pans and havior, New York & Company penses after her father’s recent and Classic Consignment, the lung transplant. Sadly, however, bake at 325 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes. Mercyhurst Fashion Promo- variety of outfits was perfect to Megan’s father passed away on tions class held its annual fash- obtain the look and feel of life Saturday. ion show on Friday evening in from each decade. Instead, the Fashion Promo- a nearly sold-out Taylor Little Poodle skirts in the 50s, remi- tions class will donate the money Theatre. Featuring both vintage niscent of Grease fame, tie-dye to a cause close to Wells. She and contemporary pieces, the in the 60s and leggings in the 80s has said that she wants to set up show’s title was “A Walk from all came together to portray the a fund on campus to help other Need some the Past.” hottest trends from the era. students and families who are The show was a hit Friday Musical selections made the facing similar situations. night, despite mild ticket sales show fun and energetic. Each “There’s a need beyond my earlier in the week, and numer- decade was comprised of a col- father. I want to help other energy for ous other events happening on laboration of tunes reminiscent families who are going through campus. of music of years past. Put on the same thing,” Wells said pre- I “We were very surprised and completely by the 14 students in viously. finals? Try pleased with the turnout,” said the class, the show was a success, Despite the sad news of her senior Kate Ruemler, who was especially for being put together father, the fashion department in charge of admission. in a short eight weeks. is pleased to donate its proceeds Brick House Approximately 30 student “We all had our own individual from the show to a good cause. models strutted down the make- responsibilities, and worked so And, of course, fashion stu- ERI shift runway to a mixture of mu- hard to create a fun show,” said dents are excited for next year’s coffee sic from previous decades. The junior Shelley Turk. “It was show, hoping it will be as exciting models, both male and female, stressful, but it was worth it.” and successful as this year’s. kept the audience entertained Additional fashion majors “The show is a chance to By Adam Hicks with on-the-spot dances, and assisted backstage as dressers, present our love of fashion to Contributing writer cheesy facial expressions. keeping track of models’ outfits the rest of campus,” said Turk. The show was split into sec- and line-up. “Each year we hope it gets better With so many corporate tions, each dedicated to a differ- Proceeds from the show – and better.” coffee shops opening, it is ent decade: the 1940s through nearly $750 – were going to be hard to get a good cup of the 1980s. donated to senior Megan Wells coffee these days. Although Starbucks may offer a decent cup of joe the atmosphere is extremely lacking as the STUDENT corporate world hustles in and APARTMENTS out of the premises. FOR RENT In a constant quest to MATH LAB find the ideal coffee shop, I -One 4 Bedroom followed a tip by graduate Located in the Photo contributed by Adam Hicks -One 2 Bedroom student Michael Mancinelli Library Brick House Coffee on 3741 W. 26th Street. INCLUDES GAS, WATER, 304 A & B CALL: to visit Brick House Coffee, SEWER, GARBAGE Ext: 2078 located at 3741 W. 26th Street. oriented customers. recommend the brownie. It is $400/STUDENT/MONTH. For exact hours Owned and operated by In addition to the two a generous portion of brown- AVAILABLE: OPEN: Jeff and Rebecca Weeks, this Sundays rooms, there is a porch that ie and cookie batter mixed JUNE 1,2007 through establishment is the perfect wraps around the house for with caramel and chocolate 12 MONTH LEASE Thursdays blending of fantastic coffee customers to enjoy the out- chips and baked to create an please call: 814-873-5814 and a relaxing atmosphere doors. Even after the shop incredible flavor. that every coffee connoisseur closes for the night, patrons Brick House also sells dreams of finding. are welcome to stay at their roasted beans to take home, The Brick House opened its leisure on the porch until past along with mugs and t-shirts. doors on April 4, 2005, when midnight, in some instances. For anyone looking for a Jeff and Rebecca moved to “Here at Brick House, we fantastic cup of coffee or a the location, “and decided to pride ourselves on the quality delicious dessert, I strongly bring coffee to Erie.” and flavor of our drinks,” Jeff recommend a visit to the The house itself, construct- proudly states. Brick House. The constant ed in the 1880’s, was com- According to the owner, the patronage is a testament to pletely renovated to complete style of the coffee is similar to the success of this establish- the perfect atmosphere. Starbucks prior to it becoming ment. According to owner “We are kind of our own a chain franchise. Being a lo- Jeff, “In the two years we have look,” describes Jeff. Within cal business, the Brick House been open, there have been the house there are two rooms can focus on the customer no problems, the customers for patrons to enjoy their bev- and bring top quality coffee at are always happy.” erages: the Bistro Room and a reasonable price. The Brick House is open !!! !!! !!! the Daily Grind. The shop offers mocha, Monday, Tuesday and <_Wº

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next year? Photo contributed by Elise Yablonsky

By Chelsea Boothe Above, Elise Campus living editor Yablonsky (right) sits with her friend Leah Every year Mercyhurst graduates men and Zahner (left). women who go on to do fabulous and interest- ing jobs; yet, few ‘Hurst students actually know where the alumni go after school is out. This page offers a few examples of the wide spectrum of opportunities and careers that the students of this institution are going into and the people they are becoming. Some seniors gradu- ate without any idea of what they are doing. Some people have short term plans, while others know exactly where they are going in their lives. Following are four very different stories about just a few people which we hope will give you a glimpse of both where the class of 2007 is Left, Senior headed, and the future of this entire generation. Jeremy Ivey at a These are the dreams of four classmates that rowing regatta. are now becoming a reality. In each story there is the promise of youth and the excellence of four hard years of work. Though it is not a sweeping biography of every graduating senior it is meant to be a small example of a few. Photo contributed ELISE YABLONSKY by Jeremy Ivey Elise Yablonsky graduates with a degree in political science, and she will be attending Ohio State. At OSU, she will gain a dual degree in both city able to address the needs of these students dur- and regional planning and public policy manage- ing this tumultuous time in their lives. ment within the Gleen School of Public Affairs. The key, Ufnar says, is, “having respect for the She has been offered a university fellowship that kids. They want to be seen as adults, but also comes with full tuition, a stipend her first year, keeping them in check so they don’t grow up too and a paid internship with an organization in fast.” Columbus. When done with his year of service Ufnar Yablonsky’s story begins at home with her wants to teach English in foreign countries, but father. “I am my dad’s daughter.” he eventually would like to settle down in Pitts- Mr. Yablonsky is a director of economic devel- burgh. opment at a non-profit organization in down- He said, “I want to teach at private/charter town Cleveland, so Elise grew up under these schools that have the flexibility to try new meth- conditions. ods of instruction and also attend to the growing However, she started out at Mercyhurst as a needs of students.” pre-med major her freshman year. Then she In five years he hopes to be traveling and went to a speech by Thomas Hilton who dis- teaching. cussed redeveloping cities and communities and His parting advice is, “I hope for everyone to the importance of civic involvement. be able to understand that education is some- As she listened, she realized that his topic was thing that exists in and out of the classroom. To exciting and impassioning, more so than her field love it and appreciate it is something that will of study. So she switched majors. enhance your life.” Her graduate degrees offer her many different Unfar leaves Mercyhurst to enhance the lives options, but she is very interested in city renewal of young students all over the world. Although and urban affairs. this is a hefty challenge, he seems willing and Yablonsky said she plans to “go back to Cleve- ready to step up to the bat. land. They are trying to redevelop, and I want to JEREMY IVEY be a part of that.” Jeremy Ivey graduates with a degree in sports Photo contributed by Abby Brennan She grew up in downtown Cleveland, and feels medicine, and will be attending Smith College in Senior Abby Brennan, HRIM major, will be moving to San Francisco this fall. that her experience in this environment shaped Massachusetts. her future. It is a two-year program, and he will graduate Ivey leaves the ‘Hurst to help mold younger “A lot of people who live in an urban area with a master of science in exercise and sports athletes to be as competitive and successful as his don’t see the urban part. It’s not just something studies. The program focuses on preparing own career demonstrates that he was. I like; it’s something I love.” coaches for intercollegiate teams. As such, dur- ABBY BRENNAN In five years she hopes to be in Cleveland at ing his first year he will be the assistant coach Abby Brennan graduates as a hotel, restaurant, an entry to mid-level position in the city govern- for the women’s varsity rowing team, and during institutional management major. ment planning department to help develop the his second year he will be the head coach of the After surveying her many options on both the downtown area; however, she is open to non- women’s novice rowing team. East and West coasts, Brennan took a job as the profit organizations. As a rower at Mercyhurst, this is the ideal Sales CMT at the Hyatt Hotel in San Francisco. Yablonsky’s love for her city and obvious intel- position for Ivey. He said, “I love rowing. It is She will start by learning the job and will eventu- ligence will aid her in helping Cleveland achieve a huge passion of mine. I want to create a dif- ally become the sales manager. the potential she sees in it. ferent avenue of health promotion by using my A sales manager’s job is to plan and book As guidance to those younger, Yablonsky said, knowledge of sports medicine to help coach.” events at the Hyatt Hotel. “Be careful about taking people’s advice. There The program at Smith College fits him well, Brennan started at Mercyhurst with a contract is no one path for everybody.” and he feels it is the best option for him right major for wedding planning, but switched to ZAC UFNAR now. HRIM because she was convinced that the skills Zac Ufnar graduates as a history major with a While Smith is an all-girls undergraduate she would learn in the major would help her as a concentration in social studies education. school, their graduate program is coed. wedding planner. Next year, before Ufnar joins the paid work Smith is also a small liberal arts school, which In high school when she was flying back from force, he will be giving a year of service through Ivey feels is very similar to Mercyhurst. Italy, she saw the movie “Wedding Planner” with the LaSallian Volunteers which is run by the Ivey found the program, and while he thought Jennifer Lopez and decided that she wanted to Christian Brothers. it would be perfect for him, he felt it was a long plan weddings as well. His placement is in Tulsa, Okla., at the San shot. However, he said, “I had so much support Brennan has a “love for visual things, and a Miguel Middle School. from Mercyhurst.” wedding is so beautiful.” Ufnar says he is doing a year of service He feels he was better prepared than many ap- While she really has an eye for wedding plan- because, “I want to give back, and experience plicants thanks to Bob Hvezda and Kyle Faust in ning, Brennan is not completely sure what she another way of living—simply. It is also a good career services, who were very helpful. Also, his wants to do with the rest of her life. transition between college life and complete coaches, Adrian Spracklen and Anne Dinshah, However, what she does know is that she is independence.” prepared him by asking interview questions. interested in sales. With this in mind, she flirts Also, while he may not be a paid teacher, he Both allowed him to feel confident when he went with the idea of real estate or perhaps opening a will still be teaching social studies to middle to Smith for his interviews. cookie café in San Francisco. school. While Ivey is a native Newfoundlander, he No matter which direction, she will eventually Ufnar started at Mercyhurst as a political sci- hopes to work some day in the States as an as- go, her start at the Hyatt Hotel will be a great ence major, but he decided he wanted to work sistant coach in rowing and work his way up at step in the general direction of her future. with kids, and also he learned to love education. a successful Division I college. However, he is Brennan is an ambitious and bright woman, He decided to put his two passions together and open to going back to Canada and working solely who has great ideas and has provided herself Photo contributed by Zac Ufnar became a teacher. in the field of sports medicine. with the background to help achieve those goals. Senior Zac Ufnar, history major. Middle school students, while to the out- His advice to the younger generations is, “Just As she parts, Brennan leaves the ‘Hurst with side world seem riddled with high amounts of because this is your undergraduate degree, you this advice, “I came into school wanting to be a hormones and unwarranted drama, are the age should still apply yourself, and give 100% in wedding planer. group Ufnar feels called to serve. everything you do. Also, you should create good “I created my own way, so others shouldn’t feel He believes they need extra attention and a relationships with the people in your department, constricted either.” good deal of mentoring as well. Ufnar feels he is because they offer help and support.” May 2, 2007 THE MERCIAD PAGE 7 OPINION To contact: [email protected] This I Believe continued... Allison Moore: Little gestures

When I first agreed to participate in the “This I The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly Believe” series, I wasn’t really sure what I was going to write about. The Good Throughout my life, and especially during my Congratulations Class of 2007. Since this is our last issue, we wish you success and happiness. four years at Mercyhurst, my belief systems have evolved as I was exposed to new surroundings and new ways of thinking. A few ideas and drafts The Bad later, I still found myself searching for the right topic. Little did I know I would find it where I Spring has sprung and so has maintenance’s muddy, fertilizer mess. Not only is this unpleasing least expected. to the eye, but it makes walking to class a messy endeavor as well. No, that smell in class isn’t the Last week, my great aunt passed away from can- trash, it’s your shoes. cer. As I sat there during the funeral Mass, I listened to the priest deliver a touching sermon highlighting With tears welling up in my eyes, I looked around The Ugly the amazing aspects of my aunt’s life. to see all those who would miss her and realized Pointing to the casket, he posed the question, that they were mourning these small gestures. My The earthworm blanket on the sidewalks is disgusting. Though the weather is nicer, the earth- “What are people going to be saying about us aunt never cured a disease, ended a war or stopped worms are not. Watch your step. when we get here? In the end, isn’t that what life’s a famine, although she cooked enough to probably all about?” do that. She was a simple beautician and housewife He went on to talk about how as humans we often who, through a genuine effort, brought joy to ev- lose sight of the little things in life. We spend our eryone who knew her. time dreaming of opportunities to make “big im- Then it hit me: I believe in the power of little Wedding bells and whiffle ball pacts,” and while being a positive force on a grand gestures. With May upon us, wedding bells will be ringing opportunities. Still, in the first 20 years of life, I scale isn’t necessarily a bad thing, we usually neglect Throughout my life I’ve tried to make a positive since the month is a popular time for weddings, cannot help but view my peers still as teenagers, and the “little impacts” that, in the end, can truly shape influence on those around me, but like many others, along with October, falling in at close second. As some still as kids. Marriage is something adults do, the legacy one leaves here on Earth. I have found it is often difficult to take a step back friends approach graduation and the next phase of along with jobs and mortgages and taxes. In our fast paced, individualistic lives, it is easy to from your own life and problems. But the beauty their lives, they have chosen paths such as graduate It is hard to view my age group as adults, which become wrapped up in yourself; it is easy to create of little gestures is that one can easily adopt them school, Ameri includes added responsibility and overall require- your own little self-interested universe where your without having to restructure their entire life. Corps or ments to grow up, in contrast to my 10- and needs and wants are put above all else. It’s as simple as asking someone how they are, Peace Corps, 11-year-old cousins, who send text messages and Unfortunately, this is how most people live their smiling at a stranger, sending a card, saying thank service proj- Ellen e-mails explaining their wants to be in college and lives, and while they may not realize it, our society you, cheering up a friend, calling your parents or ects and be- Koenig freedom from parents. I cannot help but tell them actually perpetuates and encourages self-absorp- letting someone know you love them. Sure there are ginning on to halt all desire to grow up, hold onto the time tion. big problems in this world that need addressed. the career you have left to enjoy three months off in the So as I sat there listening to the priest speak I But think of the immediate improvements path for post- summer and not have to worry about GRE and really gave his question serious thought. What will that would come from no longer neglect- graduation Contributing writer LSAT scores. Enjoy your youth, as there is lots of people have to say about me when I’m gone? ing the little gestures. So go ahead . . . af- period. How- time to work and be an adult. Listening to loved ones recall fond memories of ter all, how do you want to be remembered? ever, quite a While reminiscing of childhood as something to my aunt, it became clear that she never neglected Allison Moore is a senior political science major with a minor few people graduating this year have chosen the be cherished, we must hold onto the time we have the little things. She would never forget a birthday, in history. In the fall she will begin work on her master’s path of marriage. My own family members have at present and pursue it with every ambition and anniversary, holiday or special occasion. She would degree in Political Management at George Washington chosen this route in combination with a career and effort, as we would in a pick up game of soccer go out of her way to ask you how you were doing, University and hopes to have a career in government. other decisions. or whiffle ball. make you feel important and, in true Italian form, As a female, with various options available to Marriage is one of the steps in life that screams would never let you leave hungry. women now for post-bachelor education, I am responsibility at the top of its lungs. Not only is a proud to see so many people pursuing a variety person committed to oneself, there is now another of paths. However, when I hear of people my being to whom you are legally bound. Whether it is own age planning weddings for months soon after the commitment or the events that commonly fol- SportsCenter for women: Delicious Ambiguity graduation, I am somewhat caught off guard in my low, such as family and house payments, the choice This article is one of the many “lasts” I’ll be ex- uncertain. Where will we live in five years? Who response. A maturing person in his or her twenties of marriage seems a bit extreme at such an early periencing over the next three weeks. I’m sad about will we be with? How many bad dates, blind dates is probably the most neglected demographic. Yes, age. However, nothing in this life is permanent; writing SportsCenter for the last time, although not or weddings will we have to sit through until it’s the teenage years can be dramatic and college is a tattoos can be removed, marriages annulled and as upset as I’ll be after my last Wednesday night our turn to find “The One?” time between growing up and your teenage years, careers can be changed mid-life. Whatever path at the Cor- As a child of the 80’s, I’m reminded of the series but I cannot help but feel overwhelmed in the ag- you decide to lead, just make sure you are happy nerstone. of books called, “Choose Your Own Adventure,” ing process. Post-graduation time holds so many in the process. Regardless, I where the reader had the opportunity to select want to thank Jessica which path the main character would follow. What everyone for Lamb if we could choose our own paths in life? Would Letter to the editor: all the feed- we make our lives as challenging as they are now, Dear Merciad Editorial Staff, voting. I checked for messages ten times a day back I’ve re- or would we choose the paths of least resistance? during the elections period, just to make sure that ceived. While Presumably, we’d choose the easy paths. We’d take In the last edition of the Merciad in the “Opinion” everyone could vote. Twenty-five students con- it was mostly Contributing writer our supposed “dream job,” we’d never lose loved section, you noted that “a lot of complaints have tacted me and I checked their detailed class status, positive, I ones and we’d marry our first loves. been heard from students regarding online voting put those students manually in the software, and have received some comments characterizing But where would we end up down the road? We’d for MSG” (supposedly, many students were not then called them back to let them know that they me as a “manhater” and a feminist. Interesting as likely be miserable and wondering about all those able to vote). would be able to vote. I would also like to add that these accusations are, they’re false. Manhater? Let’s paths we didn’t take. I don’t think that everyone Since I was the person in charge of these repre- this problem did not happen during executive board be honest here, I’m just as critical of stupid women knows what’s best for him or her, but that’s where sentative elections, and put a lot of effort in making elections, because everyone can vote during those as I am of stupid men. For every fault men have, fate comes in…to knock us around a little bit. sure that everything ran smoothly, I felt obligated elections since that election does not go by class. women have just as many. Guys, I feel bad that Fate makes things hard for a reason; hardships and to provide an explanation to Mercyhurst students. The only way this problem would be solved is you have to deal with our mood swings and our breakups give us character. And no matter how hard First of all, I would like to state that online voting that if I, a month before representative elections, indecisive behavior. I’m sorry that we lead you on it may seem at the time, I truly believe that these actually increased the voter turnout four times go through every single student from freshmen sometimes and play hard-to-get. Just blame it on things happen for a reason. When it comes down to compared to regular ballot voting. to junior class (approximately 2,100 students) and the estrogen… it, I don’t think anyone truly wants to know exactly The problem occurred, for some students not check manually, one by one, if they have more As we walk across the stage to get our diplomas, where their life will take them. Perhaps it’s best if being able to vote, because a certain number of credits than their class and place them appropriately our eyes will inevitably fall on those individuals we just sit back, enjoy the ride, and not worry so students simply have more credits than their class- on their respective class ballot. in the crowd who’ve shaped our past four years. much about the future. mates. MSG gets the voter lists from Registrar’s I sincerely apologize for this inconvenience, es- Some of those faces will make us happy, some will As I sign off on what has become a controver- Office, which places students by the number of pecially to the students that may face this problem, make us sad, and some might not even return our sial, yet fun little column let me leave you with my credits, not the year they entered school or gradu- and I promise I will do my best to find a solution glances. It is my hope, however, that as you look favorite quote: “I wanted a perfect ending. Now ation date. So, for example, if a student has credits in the future. Also, I would like to recommend to out at the crowd at these select few, you have no I’ve learned, the hard way, that some poems don’t to be a senior but this is his/her third year, he/she any student who has voting concerns or campus regrets. We must appreciate all of our experiences rhyme, and some stories don’t have a clear begin- will not be able to vote for the candidates from the issues in general to feel free to contact me or any here, whether they were good or bad, and learn ning, middle, and end. Life is about not knowing, junior year, because this student would be placed other executive board members. from our past as we move into our future. having to change, taking the moment and making in the senior voter list. If you’re like me, you’re anxious to see where the best of it, without knowing what’s going to I was aware that this problem existed, even when Sincerely, your life will take you. This may be the first time happen next. Delicious ambiguity.” MSG did not provide online voting. For that reason, in our lives where knowledge of our future is so I put my name, e-mail address and phone number Mihailo Jovanovic Mixa both on the MSG Website and voting Website, tell- MSG Vice President ing students to contact me if they have problems Response to SportsCenter, the male perspective are a nil. By Bill Swafford Why is it that those focused on academics and The Contributing writer other extracurricular activities are nonentities on this campus? I think it is time for the females to MERCIAD I feel like “SportsCenter for women” is often reevaluate their criteria for dating. Why is that super right about the dating scene and is a well-written jocks who wear Nike shorts with flip flops when Joshua Wilwohl Editor-in-Chief [email protected] column. However, it usually contradicts itself. it is snowing have better chances than me when I Jessica Kocent News Editor [email protected] One week “SportCenter for women” is telling us, will be 10 times more successful than most of the Chelsea Boothe Campus Life Editor [email protected] as guys, to be nice and respectful and the next week future gym teachers of America? Allison Moore Opinion Editor [email protected] it talks about wanting a muscular cocky guy. When The second observation is that this school’s dat- Ryan Palm & Matt Jackson Sports Editors [email protected] is the columnist going to make up her mind? One ing scene consists of the chase. You either are the Melissa Brandt A&E Editor [email protected] week she is excited to meet someone new, the next chaser or someone else is chasing you. When will Andrew Finkel Photographer [email protected] week she delights in saying good-bye. Maybe the this ever end? Man-up and end the games of stupid Katie Diley Production Editor [email protected] largest underlying factor for those who read (and away messages, or the jealousy games at the bar, Melissa Brandt Advertising Manager [email protected] write) “SportsCenter for women” is having some and just tell the one you are chasing you like them. Noelle Lelakus Copy Editor [email protected] consistency in what you desire in a man and Mr. Also, everyone focuses on the future with dating. Right will walk in to your life. Maybe women on Most girls on this campus ask where a man will be this campus should stop making analyses of men in a year after knowing him for two weeks. Just stop The Merciad is the student-produced newspaper of Mercyhurst College. It is and just be happy and roll with the moment at it, you are in college; live for the day. published throughout the school year, with the exception of midterms week hand. Maybe then the 180s or the end of cloud nine If you enjoy someone’s companionship today, it would never happen. I am by no means a romantic, is likely that you will continue to in a week, month and finals week. Our office is in the Old Main, Room 314. Our telephone but it is time to just make a decision. and so on. If it ends because of circumstances such number is 824-2376. As I approach the end of my junior year at Mer- as gradation or summer breaks, then so be it. But cyhurst, there are some observations that I have you will never know if you don’t try because you The Merciad welcomes letters to the editor. All letters must be signed and made. If you do not play football, hockey, wrestling, were too afraid of being hurt. Just because what names will be included with the letters. Although we will not edit the letters etc., it seems like you are at a disadvantage. If you you build could be destroyed overnight, you might for content, we reserve the right to trim letters to fit. 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Mercyhurst’s Ethical Reflection Committee has initiated this series to encourage reflection within the entire college commu- nity on the values by which we live. We hope that these will inspire reflective discussion in a variety of venues. We suggest that faculty introduce appropriate essays into class discussion; we encourage students to bring these thoughts to classes; we this believe invite administrators and staff to explore these in department meetings. Or, if you wish, you may respond directly to our i committee chair, the Rev. Lyta Seddig: [email protected]. The ERC also requests that you let us know how you have used these thoughts in your life on this campus. “This I Believe” is now linked to the college Website. All essays can Graduating Seniors be found at www.mercyhurst.edu/ne/special-events/believe_essays/index.php. Adam Hicks: “With a little help” Richard Sadlier: Believe it all “Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends…” -The Beatles- I believe in everything. Myths, monsters, legends, I believe that the most vital aspect to an individ- truth, fiction – they’re commonplace in my everyday ual’s success is the support of a mentor. Life is a life as much as they are staples of my imagination. difficult journey full of invisible twists and turns I feel as though I can see this world, this existence and individuals require assistance, whether from we are enduring, from every angle. friends or family, in completing their passage. When I began my college career, now almost four When I was in middle school, I transferred years ago, I remember with uncanny clarity the to three different schools. The experience was sensation that I stood on a ledge. The task ahead exciting at first, until I realized that my previous of me would prove a defining time in my life, both friends were gone. The feeling of being a social simply as a mammal leaving the familiarity and outcast, simply for not attending the school in safety of his pack, but also as a quarter-life tabula years past, was extremely painful. It was during The knowledge that another individual cares is rasa, my mind wide open to new knowledge and this time that I first reached out to my family for extremely powerful; it can mean the difference experiences. And I truly believed that by the time into a belief system that was ultimately uncertain. more than just advice on my homework. In this between studying for the next exam or dropping I graduated, not only would I know what I wanted I envied equally the Catholics and the Muslims, period I learned a vital lesson, no matter how young out of school completely. It can also mean the out of life, but I would know exactly where I stood the Modernists and Post-Modernists, Stoics and or old, each person has wisdom to offer. difference between life and death. A mentor of- on all of life’s issues. Hedonists, Republicans and Democrats. From my father, Michael, I learned the value of fering care and support may have, given a student By the winter of my first year, not only was I no One day, while reading Nietzsche (more specifi- selfless hard work and dedication in every task I new hope, possibly preventing a horrible tragedy closer to enlightenment, most of the space on my cally a work of his describing the fictional nature take. From my mother, Sheila, I learned to care, like what recently occurred on the Virginia Tech blank slate was quickly being filled with questions, of most of humanity’s most cherished institutions and more importantly to verbalize that support campus. In experiencing the pain of being socially not answers. and ideas), I slowly became aware of having made to others. My brother, Kyle, changed my life with ostracized first hand, I believe that such drastic The subsequent year was exactly the same. Every a tremendous mistake. It is a strange sensation, to a simple question, “Why do you only care what measures are a desperate cry for a helping hand. corner of consciousness that I examined, expecting be inspired toward faith by the man who wrote, other people think about you? You need to care The violent actions are a call for help, a plea for a to find some conveniently shaped piece of informa- “God is dead.” more about how you see yourself.” Finally, my mentor, for anybody, to reach out with a kind word tion that would fit perfectly into the hollow quarters But, at that moment, I realized – just as I had younger sister Paige showed me the everlasting or an act of compassion. of my character, either wasn’t the right shape or months before – there is no absolute truth. This depths of courage that each individual retains in Therefore, I challenge the reader, be it a coach, belonged to a different puzzle completely. time, instead of abandoning millennia of knowl- their heart. Through her life- long battle with her student, teacher, administrator or even family mem- Finally, my frustration at the imposing quantity edge, study and the glory of human imagination, I Juvenile Arthritis, a crippling disease, she continues ber, to reach out to those on the social fringe and and varying nature of knowledge itself peaked, decided to do something equally drastic – embrace to smile and face every day with unfaltering opti- positively acknowledge them. Becoming a mentor and I decided to take a stand. If I couldn’t decide all of it. mism. Family members are a shining example of does not require more than a minute of your time; where I stood on religion, politics, ethics, morality, If I couldn’t figure out one single truth, why mentors: they are there to offer a kind word or a it is as simple as saying “hello,” and may have a even literary theory, I wouldn’t decide at all. And not have four or five? Which raises the question: helping hand, and they remain your closest friends resounding reaction in the life of another. I am for a considerable amount of time, this is where I should faith be exclusive? Is my commitment any even when others are gone. personally in debt to the strong support of mentors found myself – a nihilist, alone on a very large and less sincere or meaningful if I chose to read the In college, with the majority of students far throughout my life. I only wish that through this very frightening sea. I became one of the intel- Wall Street Journal and The Nation? from home, friends and teachers form the base of essay their message of hope and positive reinforce- lectually homeless, too proud to accept the charity Am I less of a liberal if I find myself relating mentors. I remember moving in my freshmen year, ment persists. “What lies behind us and what lies of competing beliefs. with a conservative? My answer, of course, is a alone and nervous of the social interactions, but I before us are small matters compared to what lies Throughout this time, I never displayed any confident yes . . . and no. was immediately welcomed by the other residents in us.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson outward hostility toward people who enjoyed some Richard Sadlier is a senior English major. After graduation of third floor McAuley Hall. To this day, four years Adam Hicks is a Senior Intelligence Studies Major, with stability in their views. On the contrary, I would he intends to pursue his passion of music and art. Eventually later, many of us still live together and remain in Minors in Russian Studies and Religious Studies. He has often find myself envious of their conviction and he plans to pursue graduate work in English. But for now, it’s close contact, supporting each other though the secured a position with Northup Grumman and will begin ability to throw themselves so selflessly head-first a life of simplicity and travel. difficult times serving as mutual mentors. working in Northern Virginia in July. Chelsea Boothe: Save the world Hope Randall: The real world

I believe that everyone has a responsibility to “I just found out there’s no such thing as the save the world. real world. Over Easter break I held my new nephew, slowly Just a lie you’ve got to rise above.” rocking him to sleep, and as I looked at his sweet, Who would have thought John Mayer lyrics would innocent face, the delicate fingers wrapped around be my personal mantra for the months preceding mine, all I wanted to do was to find a way to shield graduation? But I happen to believe them. him from the pain of the world. I want him to live Most of us have been hearing about the “real in a world without war, pollution, abortion clinic world” of responsibility all our lives. My personal bombings, hate rallies, children running around experience is, I believe, fairly typical. with AK-47s or holy men and women being killed In kindergarten, I was told that first grade was se- for what they believe. rious business. No more group tables or snack time; I believe that it is not acceptable to wait for may have to live, but I also believe that each of us, it was a world of solitary desks and independence, someone else to make the changes that are neces- especially the well-educated, have the responsibility and the description frightened me to death. sary to provide a better world for those who are to make sure that he doesn’t have to. In fourth grade, the transition to the dog-eat-dog Why frighten us about the pressures of the real yet to come. We have a responsibility to both the In March, I asked Bishop Gumbleton, a world- world of middle school may as well have been a world instead of encouraging us to shape our world very young and the unborn. renowned promoter of peace and justice, how one rite of passage to adulthood. Teachers, we were moment by moment? Clearly, the “real worlds” of All too often, it is easier to say that our own person can make a difference and change the world. warned, would no longer hold our hands through elementary school, middle school, high school and personal problems and worries are too consuming His reply was to go into downtown Erie and serve our homework or tolerate any petty excuses. college were not as formidable as some would have to worry about the pain that goes on around us. the poor, stop buying clothes made by children in Then there was high school, the field of prepara- us believe. We have pieced together the puzzle step But, I believe that it is because of this ego-cen- sweatshops and to essentially change my lifestyle. tion for that ultimate “real world” known as college. by step, and there is no reason that our future ap- tered viewpoint that we allow so much hate and It is not enough to simply wish for a better world, A new atmosphere away from home, preparation proach need be any different. discrimination. I am well aware that there are many and it is not enough to wait for others to create a for a specific career and the harrowing experience I believe faith and optimism are far more effective distractions in our daily lives. Some of us are eco- better world. I believe that it is essential to be the of doing our own laundry, certainly seemed like motivators than fear and doubt. We should teach nomically poor and have to worry about bills and change. elements of the real world if a checklist ever ex- the upcoming generation to embrace the future in the rising price of gas. Others have ailing parents The Buddhists are right in their philosophy that isted. And yet, we each found our own comfortable hope, instead of frightening them into timidity. Our and friends in Iraq, and are totally consumed by we are all connected. Your suffering is not unique routine in this new place. lives are not some preparation for a cataclysmic worrying about their specific lives. to you, and the African woman with AIDS does The mystique surrounding college vanished when “real world” moment, but a journey of growth. As important as each of those worries are, as I not suffer alone either. We all suffer together, and we learned proper study habits (or rebelled against The “real world” is, after all, what we make of it, listened to my nephew breathe in and out, I real- by realizing this we should begin to help stop the them), made friends, figured out how to keep our and we have proven thus far that we have what it ized he may be called some day to fight in the war suffering. It is not enough to end our own suffer- shirts the same size before and after laundry day. takes. Seniors, I believe we can look ahead with con- on terrorism, because it isn’t going to end any time ing; we must work for an end to everyone’s. Most of us have wondered along the way if per- fidence to making the “real world” a place worthy soon if we, the American people, don’t do anything Chelsea Boothe is a Senior History Major, with Minors haps college isn’t the terrifying “real world” it was of pride. Embrace that world that you choose to about it. He may have to live in a world where there in Creative Writing and Religious Studies. Chelsea will be cracked up to be. construct with your lives. Carpe Diem. is not enough fresh water even in America, because doing a year of service through the Jesuit Volunteer Corps This realization brings me and the rest of this Hope Randall is a senior English major who hopes to our political leaders aren’t doing enough to help in Raleigh, North Carolina. year’s seniors to this moment in time, to the last attend graduate school and pursue work in the museum fight the national and global pollution problem. trimester before our entrance into… the “real field. There are many scenarios in which I believe he world”? I’ve grown skeptical of the concept. Jason Sepac: Take your time

I believe in taking your time. We’ve all been guilty of pouting in let me do it!” line as the person in front of us debates whether they want a double We’d spent the day paddling hard and making our way around shot of espresso or the coconut soy chai to jump start the day. More some challenging rapids, so by the last hour of our journey down often than not, its seems like the faster we want to go, the longer that the river we had grown quite exhausted. As we came near the end person takes to decide, the more our anxiety grows and the less we of our route, there remained one last obstacle in the river – a huge are able to think about anything other than this perceived mini-crisis. boulder shaped like a spike set directly in the middle of the river. All to often we’re unable to see anxieties that we’ve created and to Our captain frantically shouted orders, “Go left! No, right!” As I take the time to notice everything we’ve been missing. panicked, looking at the boulder in front of us, I stopped, attempt- I can recall a summer about two years ago in which I had been ing to compose myself, and I saw an image that I will never forget. working particularly long shifts as a bus boy and kitchen worker. I I looked at the boulder and followed its sharp tip into the sky as if had fallen into a banal routine that consisted of mostly eating, sleep- it was pointing to the huge mountains straight ahead that seemingly ing and working. So, when I saw that I finally had gotten a long devoured the river that ran through them. weekend off from work, my father and I decided that we’d take a We passed the boulder, with no real assistance of the captain. In need to move on. We all have boulders in our lives that seem so daunt- few days to rejuvenate ourselves by heading into the wilderness for fact, amidst the confusion on the boat, as we all let go, the river ing and overwhelming that we can’t see what lies beyond them, but some camping, hiking and rafting. naturally took us past the boulder without incident. when we let go and take the time to notice what’s around us, we Our first day was dedicated to white-water rafting. Since it was only After we passed that point in the river I asked, “Did anyone else realize everything we’ve been missing. my father and I, we were paired with a family. I should note that see that?” Jason Sepac is a senior double major in English and Religious Studies. He will the father of this family was quite serious about his rafting. As my The Captain replied, “Of course, we almost hit the damn thing!” begin his graduate work in English Literature in the fall at Boston College and hopes father and I soon found this out, he had designated himself captain The Captain in all of us is often too concerned with controlling the to eventually earn his Ph.D. and to teach at the college level. of our boat and shouted things like “Pull! Right… my right! Just direction of our own hypothetical boats when in fact letting go is all we May 2, 2007 THE MERCIAD PAGE 9 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT To contact: [email protected] tHe Dancers perform the story-ballet ‘Coppelia’

sophomore Justin Hogan will The original story was adapt- dents,” said Hunter. hance the choreography. BuZz By Nicole Cerilli perform the principalrole of ed from E.T. A. Hoffman, who Usually the ballet is per- “If you’ve never seen a ballet Contributing writer MAY 2. My Chemical Ro- Franz. also wrote “The Nutcracker,” formed with outside help, but this is the one to see because it’s mance, Muse. Petersen Guest artist, local performer, and was originally choreo- this year, Mercyhurst had all the fun and funny,” said Hunter. Events Center, Pittsburgh. The Mercyhurst dancers will director of City Style Swing graphed in 1870. right dancers for the parts. “Most everyone loves this perform the ballet “Coppelia, and juggler Geoff Bach will Christensen’s “Coppelia” has “This is the first time for an ballet because it has a story to MAY 2. Robert Randolph the Girl with the Enamel Eyes,” perform as the old doll maker, been restaged for the Mercy- all student production,” said it, and not what you’d think and the Family Band. House at the Mary D’Angelo Perform- Dr. Coppelius. hurst dance department by Hunter. “We have two male of as a classical, boring, ballet. of Blues, Cleveland. ing Arts Center this weekend. In addition, this weekend’s Dance Chair Tauna Hunter and dancers and two lead female I think a lot of the students MAY 3. Leo Kottke. Tralf, “Coppelia” is a story-ballet performances will showcase the dance professors Christine Hay dancers.” would enjoy seeing it. Young Buffalo. about peasant boy named Franz hard work of over 50 Mercy- and Noelle Partusch. The three-act story ballet is children, old children, it’s a very who is torn between his love for hurst dance majors, who began Christensen was Hunter’s both romantic and comedic. It family oriented ballet.” MAY 3. Relient K, Mae, a peasant girl, Swanhilda, and rehearsals for the production teacher and mentor. Hunter will intrigue an audience of all “Coppelia” will be performed Sherwood. House of Blues, his love for a doll, Coppelia. during winter term. had the opportunity to dance ages, especially during act two Saturday, May 5, at 2 and 7 p.m., Cleveland. Mercyhurst senior Bonnie This particular version of his Swanhilda role during her when Dr. Coppelius’s dolls start and on Sunday, May 6, at 2 p.m. Hair and junior Alyssa Marquez “Coppelia” was choreographed career at Ballet West. to dance. Students will receive a discount MAY 4, 5. David Cop- will dance the principal role of in 1953 by Willam F. Chris- “As a direct protégé of Chris- Vibrant costumes and beauti- with their student ID. perfield. Palace Theatre, Swanhild. tensen, and it is set to music by tensen, I feel a great honor to ful sets borrowed from Pitts- Cleveland. Freshman Bradley Wong and Leo Delibes. pass this ballet onto my stu- burgh Ballet Theatre will en-

MAY 4. Moonlight Drive -- a Tribute to the Doors. ‘The Cave of the Yellow Dog’ shows at PAC House of Blues, Cleve- land. As she walks into this mysteri- By Megan O’Hare ous cave, Nansaa finds a dog MAY 4, 5. Al Anderson, Contributing writer Bob DiPiero, Tom Nichols, inside that she names Zochor. Craig Wiseman. Avalon She is instantly drawn to the Ballroom Theatre, Falls- The following is a review of dog and decides to take him view Casino, Niagara Falls, the film “The Cave of the Yel- home. Ont. low Dog.” When she arrives home, Nansaa Have you ever perceived some- is very excited to show her par- MAY 5. Southern Culture one negatively, only to find out ents her new pet. on the Skids. Beachland later they are the complete op- However, her father tells Ballroom, Cleveland. posite of what you thought? Nansaa that the dog probably Do you ever jump to conclu- lives with the wolves and is MAY 5. Front Line As- sions about others’ motives only responsible for the loss of his sembly. Peabody’s Down to find out you were wrong? livestock. Under, Cleveland. The movie, “The Cave of the He orders Nansaa to get rid of Yellow Dog,” ties in perfectly the dog immediately. Nansaa is with these feelings. upset because she has become MAY 5. Red Wanting Blue. Courtesy of the PAC The story takes place in north- House of Blues, Cleve- very attached to Nansaa and Nansaa finds a dog named Zochor inside a mysterious cave while collecting firewood. land. western Mongolia, where the getting rid of him would be like landscape is green for miles losing her best friend. The father leaves Zochor be- the baby. to watch from start to finish. We MAY 5. Don Cheadle, and the absence of trees give a When the father returns, he is hind, much to Nansaa’s disap- When the father finally ap- can all easily relate to the lessons John Prendergast. State glimpse of life on the Mongolian upset to find the dog still living pointment. proaches, he realizes that Zochor that arise from the movie. Theatre, Cleveland. steppes for these nomads. with them after he instructed his As the family starts their voy- saved his baby’s life. The “Cave of the Yellow Dog” The film follows the adventure daughter to get rid of him. age to the city, the father realizes At that moment, he is finally will be shown at the PAC on MAY 6. Brian McNight, of six-year-old Nansaa, the old- The family’s life changes when they left their baby behind and able to accept the dog and allows Wednesday, May 9, at 2 and 8 Joe. State Theatre, Cleve- est daughter of the family. they have to pack up all their rushes back to retrieve her. him to come with the family as p.m. land. When Nansaa’s mom sends her belongings and move into town Just as vultures swoop in ready they travel to the city. Tickets are free for Mercyhurst out to collect firewood, Nansaa where the father has gotten an- to attack the baby, Zochor scares Although this movie moves at College students with ID (one MAY 6. Michael Penn. discovers a small cave. other job. them away and ultimately saves a very slow pace, it is worthwhile ticket per ID). Beachland Tavern, Cleve- land. Mika debuts with CD, ‘Life in Cartoon Motion’ MAY 7. WWE Smackdown and ECW with Batista, can Embassy affected Mika (born This is definitely pop music, After hearing that comparison like this in the States might not By Joe Fidago Michael Holbrook Penniman) so but like bands such as Cartel, over and over, I cannot help be big enough for him to break King Booker, Chris Benoit, Contributing writer Mr. Kennedy, Kane, Finlay, much that he stopped talking and Mika is pop music done right. reading the song title “Big Girl through. Bobby Lashley, CM Punk. was pulled out of school for six Not to say that the two sound (You Are Beautiful),” and not This is definitely something Tullio Arena, Erie. In a world where the nightly months. similar, they just know how to thinking of the Queen song “Fat refreshing and different that is news is constantly filled with During this time music became make enjoyable, upbeat music Bottomed Girls.” worth a listen. MAY 7. Jet, the Virgins. harrowing tales of violence and his life, and he started taking that has more substance to it than For fans of the Beatles, you will Hopefully the poor sales of the House of Blues, Cleve- disaster, most of us turn to en- voice lessons. say, a certain female member of enjoy the strings arrangement on latest Scissor Sisters CD will not land. tertainment for a pick-me-up and He began studying with the the Black Eyed Peas. the song “Any Other World,” foreshadow Mika’s future here. to sometimes get away from the Royal Opera House, but eventu- A band like Wolfmother, which which resembles those used on MAY 8. 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Photo Courtesy of the PAC One of the many mystical and fantastical creatures that populates the fantasy portion of Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Pan’s Labyrinth,’ showing at the Performing Arts Center May 16. PAC premieres thrilling film, ‘Pan’s Labyrinth’ do what others cannot: make not disappoint you visually. fight to preserve democracy, The characters that exist are what exists and what does not,” By Mason Lorek imaginary worlds seem more real The film is set in two parallel Ofelia is thrown into uncertainty menacing and spooky, including says Turan. Contributing writer than reality itself.” worlds. when her mother hastily marries a seven-foot-tall faun who gives “It not only leaves us free to This review by Los Angeles The first is the cold, brutal one Captain Vidal, the leader of a her an instruction book to com- determine how real Ofelia’s “The Mexican-born writer- Times writer Kenneth Turan of Spain in 1944, just after the fascist militia. plete three tasks. world is, it trusts us to make the director Guillermo del Toro is decribes del Toro’s latest film, end of a Civil War. Sensing the cruelty of her new The pages turn out to be blank right decision.” the most accomplished fantasist “Pan’s Labyrinth.” The second is an equally dis- stepfather, she retreats into the and begin dripping with blood. “Pan’s Labyrinth” will be play- in contemporary cinema.” Winning three Oscars for Best turbing alternative universe that fairy tale world she has created “Pan’s stories of what’s hap- ing at the PAC Wednesday, May He is “a master creator of Achievement in Art Direction, a serious 10-year-old girl named for herself, which, as we are pening underground and aboveg- 16 at 2 and 8 p.m. Tickets are images, atmosphere and mood Cinematography and Makeup, Ofelia stumbles upon. shown, is not any more bright round subtly reinforce each free for Mercyhurst Students who uses his visionary’s gifts to this dark fairy tale for adults will Having lost her father in the and cheery than the real one. other, but the film refuses to say with ID (One ticket per ID). Folk band ‘Old Blind Dogs’ to perform at Walker

Music Awards, Old Blind Dogs By Mason Lorek remain one of the most exciting Contributing writer Scottish bands around. The band has developed its A seriously rocking crew, the own trademark style in which dy- ‘Dogs’ are helmed by Jim Mal- namic percussion and bluesy har- colm’s soaring vocals, the stir- monica fuel delicately-phrased ring pipes of Rory Campbell, melodies of traditional songs. Jonny Hardie’s fiddle, Aaron Folk Roots (UK) says, “A ma- Jones bass/bouzouki and Fraser jor force to be reckoned with...a Stone’s percussion. source of continual surprises... They are moving into territory firmly establishes their position pioneered by the Tannahill’s and as one of the most exciting Scot- Battlefield Band. tish bands around, bar none.” Taking predominantly tradi- In concert, their respectful, yet tional songs, trimming them and bracingly modern musical attack rounding them off with a great is a source of continual surprise, groove has certainly proved to which is equally capable of mov- be a resounding success, which ing your heart as it is your feet. is obvious from the audience’s Old Blind Dogs will perform response at the end of each at Mercyhurst College’s Walker number. Recital Hall on Saturday, May 5 Caption goes here Winners of the 2004 BBC at 8:00 p.m. Radio award of the year and Tickets are $5 for Mercyhurst also “Best Folk Band of the Year Students with ID. Photo Courtesy of the PAC 2005” at the Scots Traditional Old Blind Dogs perform folk, and they will bring their act to the Walker Recital Hall on Saturday, May 5, at 8 p.m. Innovative artists show in the Erie Art Museum’s Spring Exhibit artists applied for the show, and really something for everybody. By Melissa Brandt Spring Show juror Janet Koplos “I noticed themes in the sub- A&E Editor accepted 83 works from 73 art- mitted works, and it was interest- ists. ing to me to pull those out so Dinosaurs invading your “The great pleasure of jurying they can be seen together in the kitchen? Pounds of salt on the was dealing with the real objects. exhibition. I looked at the works floor that just won’t stay in one Many shows nowadays are juried individually, yet, I couldn’t help place? from slides, but you can’t turn but see them in relationships,” These aren’t your everyday work in slides around, bring it said Koplos. problems, and to experience closer or put better light on it,” Koplos explains what art made them you have to visit the An- said Koplos. the cut, and why. nual Spring Show at The Erie “Besides, I like the physical re- “Everyone asks about jurors’ Art Museum. ality of art-works, so I was happy standards, what they look for. I The 84th annual show recently to be able to see the real things,” look for work that distinguishes premiered and feautures every- said Koplos. itself from others,” she said. thing from woodcarvings to Plus, a lot of the art on display Outstanding technique, unusu- screened-image table salt. is meant to be displayed in a 3-D al subject matter and a distinctive The works will be on display in medium. Intricate moving parts way of thinking or seeing are all the museum until June 11. of one piece delight onlookers, considerations in choosing the Artists residing within 250 and can not be captured through art to be a part of the Exhibit. miles of Erie were invited to photographs alone. For more information visit enter works not previously ex- Not all of the art is playful, the art museum website at www. Photo Courtesy of Erie Art Museum hibited in the Erie area. however. Others pieces are more erieartmuseum.org. ‘The Pymatuning Preakness’ by Ralph Bacon, currently on display at the Erie Art Museum. Four-hundred and thirty five traditional in technique. There is

HURST TV Schedule for April 25- April 29 FRIDAY, May 4 11 a.m. Ticket to Hollywood WEDNESDAY, May 2 11:30 a.m. Communication Debate - Politics 5:30 p.m. Communication Debates – Politics (new episode) Noon City Club of Cleveland Speaker (Paul Volker, former fed reserve chair) 6 p.m. MSGevening News - Election Results (season finale) 1- 4 Message Board 7 p.m. Zilo TV 4 p.m. Ticket to Hollywood 8 p.m. Communication Debates - Politics 4:30 p.m. Zilo TV 8:30 p.m. City Club of Cleveland Speaker (Paul Volker, former fed reserve 5:30 p.m. Ladies Corner (new episode – series finale) chair) 6 p.m. MSGvening News 10 p.m. MSGvening News – Election Results 7 p.m. A.m.nesty International 11 p.m. Arts Unplugged 7:30 p.m. Ticket to Hollywood 11:30 p.m. Communication Debate - Politics 8 p.m. Ladies Corner THURSDAY, May 3 8:30 p.m. Communication Debate – Politics 9 p.m. City Club of Cleveland Speaker (Dr. Ruth Simmons, Brown University) 3 p.m. City Club of Cleveland Speaker 4 p.m. Communcation Debate - Censorship (new episode) SATURDAY, May 5 11 a.m. Ticket to Hollywood 4:30 p.m. Ticket to Hollywood (new episode – season finale) 11:30 p.m. Communication Debate - Censorship 5 p.m. Zilo TV Noon Ladies Corner 6 p.m. MSGevening News Election Results 12:30 p.m. MSGvening News 7 p.m. Ticket to Hollywood 1:30 p.m. Communication Debate - Censorship 7:30 p.m. Communication Debate - Censorship 2 p.m. City Club of Cleveland Speaker (Dr. Ruth Simmons, Brown University) 8 p.m. City Club of Cleveland Speaker (Dr. Ruth Simmons, Brown Univer sity) SUNDAY, May 6 9:00 p.m. Zilo TV 8 - 10 p.m. Communication Debate (4 episodes) 10:00 p.m. Communication Debate - Censorship 10:00 p.m. City Club of Cleveland (Paul Volker, former fed reserve chair) 10:30 p.m. MSGvening News 11 p.m. MSGevening News 11:30 p.m. Ticket to Hollywood 12 a.m. Ladies Corner 12:30 a.m. Ticket to Hollywood NEXT WEEK – Friday, May 11th Progra.m.s subjected to change without notice. 4 p.m. – Premiere of Communication Department student film: “The Geek & The Girl”

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Gannon’s offense. at Findley Lake By Chris Davis Gannon improved to 12-4 to Contributing writer end their season. Presbyterian then came to town “Winning never gets old and to Senior day is a day in which on Sunday, after Mercyhurst’s By Andy Tait win all three races was good for Contributing writer seniors are recognized during heartbreaking loss to Gannon the guys,” said Spracklen. their final home game for their and dominated the Blue Hose Junior rower Adam Grady is commitment and dedication to 23-10. The men’s rowing team is not excited and optimistic for the their team. Mercyhurst then ended its a club sport, and they practice as MACRA regatta this coming Mercyhurst women’s lacrosse season in great fashion against much and as hard as any other weekend. team recognized their seniors on Presbyterian, as they broke the team on campus. “I think with an intense week Saturday against rival Gannon. It team record for goals in a game, In fact the men’s lightweight of training coming up we’ll do made it extra special being able to scoring 23 goals in their season eight is 12th in the nation and well and make some good strides play against their in town rival. finale. has beat the number one team towards our ultimate goal of For Coach Cecil Pilson this The Lakers also put up a sea- in the nation. doing well at Dad Vails, which senior class is one that will be son-high 47 shots in their final The Mercyhurst men’s and is the last race of the season,” missed. game of the season. women’s rowing teams hosted the said Grady. “They all have been a pleasure Haggerty led the team with annual East Regional Invitational Spracklen was aksi extremely to coach and will be extremely eight points, scoring seven goals. at Findley Lake, N.Y. this past encouraged by the women’s team successful with their career en- She ended the year leading the weekend. performance this weekend, who deavors,” Pilson said. team with 58 points, scoring 42 The men had an extremely managed to defeat the No. 2 team Senior Darci Doran feels she goals and 16 assists. successful weekend, winning all in the nation, Dowling College. has had some great memories Mercyhurst started off by scor- three races. The Lakers blew away their op- being a part of the Lakers La- ing the games first seven goals, The men’s lightweight eight ponents in the varsity four with crosse team. to open the first 13 minutes of clinched first place with a time a time of 8:24.11. Dowling was “Over the past four years, we Dan Williams photo the game. of 6:22.6. the closest team to them with a have been really fortunate to have Katie Nagle battles for a faceoff in a game earlier this sea- It helped the Lakers build a The men’s heavyweight eight time of 8:53.56. such a close team,” said Doran. son. Nagle has seven draw controls this season. 12-5 lead at halftime. finished second in 6:36.12, while However, Dowling picked up “Our friendships and team unity The Lakers continued their Franklin Pierce’s finish was over the win in the varsity eight with a is like no other team on campus. two teams played on an even support from their defense. domination in the second half 40 seconds behind the win- time of 7:00.75, while Mercyhurst I love that about us, and I can’t level, which brought the score The Lakers’ defense led by se- as they out scored Presbyterian ners, Dowling, with a time of finished second in 7:24.75. imagine it any other way. to 3-3. nior Darci Doran shut down 11-5. 7:01.44. “The goal for the women’s team Doran thought the team has Gannon then took the momen- Gannon’s strong, high-powered Senior defenders Jessica Hale In the men’s varsity four, Mer- was to reduce the gap on Dowl- put together a great season and tum into halftime, as they scored offense throughout the game. and Doran helped lead the de- cyhurst once again claimed first ing from the last time they met. will miss playing lacrosse along twice in the final 21 seconds to They held Gannon scoreless for fense in their final game as each and second place. “The women managed to re- with all of her teammates. build a 5-3 lead. more then 16 consecutive min- of them both had two drawn The lightweight four finished duce the margin from 36 seconds “When I graduate, I am going The second half started off utes during the second half. charges. with a time of 7:10.01 with the to 24 seconds, which shows a to miss lacrosse because it has strong for Gannon as they scored The Golden Knights finally Smith and Keelin Hollenbeck heavyweight boat finishing eight great improvement in speed,” been a huge part of my life for to make it 6-3; Mercyhurst recov- tied the game on a Colleen Dixon also finished their careers at seconds behind them with a time said Spracklen. the past eleven years, but I am ered quickly. goal with four minutes to play. Mercyhurst contributing in the of 7:18.25. “The four did a great job of also going to miss every single Breanna Haggerty scored her And just when it seemed the final game. Smith had a goal and The Lakers novice four finished beating Dowling twice and shows girl on this team,” she informed. second goal of the game with game would head to overtime, Hollenbeck added a groundball with a time of 7:11.6, almost 30 the depth we have on the team. “We have had our ups and downs 19:17 remaining and senior Lau- Gannon’s Melissa Hill received a to help end their careers on posi- seconds ahead of Franklin Pierce, Overall it was a very success- this season, but we have all been ren Smith followed up with a goal pass and found the back of the tive notes. 7:40.44. ful weekend and something for there for each other on and off 35 seconds later to make it 6-5. net with 10 seconds left. With the win, Mercyhurst has Head coach Adrian Spracklen everyone to build upon,” said of the field.” Haggerty completed the hat Gannon outshot Mercyhurst ended its season with a record of viewed Sunday’s races as part of Spracklen. The seniors and the rest of trick and tied the game 6-6 38-22 for the game, but the 7-5, while Presbyterian ended its a training program, which will Both Mercyhurst teams will the team was there for the hard- with 15:48 to play in the game Lakers out-worked the Golden season with a record of 6-9. continue next weekend with the compete on Saturday in the fought contest April 28 against before Jessie Horeth put the Knights, as they held a 20-17 Pilson said he is looking for- Mid-America Collegiate Rowing Mid-America Collegiate Rowing Gannon at Tullio Field, when Lakers ahead for the first time advantage in ground balls. ward to next year’s team. “We Association Regatta. Association Regatta to be held in the Lakers lost 8-7 on a goal 46 seconds later. Horeth’s goal Mercyhurst goalkeeper Maeve have a lot of potential looking Spracklen was pleased with his Grand Rapids, Mich. scored against them with just 10 gave Mercyhurst its first lead of McGoff started her first game ahead to our future and we hope team’s efforts this past weekend seconds left. the game. since being injured and made to be a legitimate top 10 team.” following a hard week of training Throughout the first half the Mercyhurst received strong 11 saves to help shut down and preparations. Lakers score 51 runs in four wins; run streak to eight Laker Spring Term Inn where the game ended giving for 26 runs on 33 hits, but Mer- By Ryan Palm Mercyhurst the late-inning vic- cyhurst took their eighth straight Sports editor tory. win by a final of 16-10. Galley Grill James Ludwig continued his With the winning weekend, Heading into the week the stellar relief work, picking up the Mercyhurst improved their con- Now Featuring Hot Dogs! Mercyhurst baseball team was win by throwing two scoreless in- ference record to 14-8, just one well aware that they needed to nings while striking out a pair. game behind Saginaw Valley Available at lunch and dinner. Each dog is only $1! literally win-out in order to make Game two proved to be a polar State for third place. the NCAA playoffs. opposite, as the Lakers pounded Overall the Lakers now stand at They took step one in achieving their conference foes 14-0. 28-15, and it is that record that New Items: that goal by winning six straight The story of the game was will determine their postseason this past week, picking up two perhaps not the offense but the fate. Teriyaki pinapple burger wins against Gannon and four second consecutive gem tossed As of the regional poll, dated Hours of Operation: wins against Northwood. by Steve Grife, who last weekend April 25, Mercyhurst was ranked Buffalo chicken pizza Monday-Friday 8 a.m. -1 a.m. In Wednesday’s game at Gan- shut down No. 4 Grand Valley to No. 8 in the North Central Re- non, Mercyhurst swept the dou- give Mercyhurst a doubleheader gional Rankings. Roasted chicken alfredo pizza Saturday 1 p.m. -1 a.m. bleheader with wins of 9-3 and sweep. The top-six teams in the region Sunday 5 p.m. -1 a.m. 8-1. This weekend Grife did the make the NCAA Playoffs, and In game one Adam Gray pro- same, pitching five scoreless in- thus, as of right now, Mercyhurst vided the big hit with a two nings, allowing just two hits. is on the outside looking in. run-single in the fourth, which The right-handed freshman They do have the opportunity Bookstore Coffee Bar opened up the game for the struck out six while allowing just to make up some ground on Flavor Shots now available Lakers. a pair of walks. those ahead of them, however. Features: Eric Drobotij pitched six solid The offense was plentiful They have six conference games Starbucks Coffees in sugar-free! innings, surrendering three runs throughout the contest, with each left, two of which are against the specialty drinks on six hits while striking out starter for Mercyhurst having at regions No. 2 team from Ashland eight. least one hit. University. fruit smoothies In the nightcap Brian Espersen All together, Mercyhurst scored Additionally they play in the pastries Hours of Operation: started and picked up the win 14 runs on 17 hits, with six Lak- GLIAC Tournament from May sandwiches over the Golden Knights. He ers smacking extra-base hits. 12-14. Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing On Sunday, Mercyhurst swept The Lakers have not qualified snacks Saturday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. the one run while scattering two more from Northwood, with for the NCAA Regional Tourna- candy Sunday 2 p.m. - 9 p.m. four hits. the first game a blowout similar ment since 2000. bottled beverages The scoring came early and of- to Saturday’s nightcap. ten for the Lakers, picking up two The Lakers dominated from runs in the first, one in the third the start, winning 16-3. North Central Region Rankings and five more in the fourth. Jamie Walczak’s five hits led the Leading the Lakers at the plate way for the Lakers. 1. Grand Valley Subconnection was David Lough, who had a pair Wes Craig picked up the win, Special this Week: of hits, three runs scored, two throwing five innings and holding 2. Ashland Triple Roast Beef, Bacon, RBIs and a pair of walks. Northwood to just one run over 6” Sub $3.50 Cheddar and BBQ Sub on Later that weekend Mercyhurst that span. 3. Saginaw Valley headed far north to take on the Game two proved to be a bit special Garlic Parmesan roll Timberwolves from Northwood closer, yet the blue and green 4. Southern Indiana 12” Sub $5.50 University. finished ahead once more. The series opener on Saturday While starting pitcher John 5. SIU-Edwardsville featured the same two teams play- Mang had a rough outing, reliever ing two very different games. Ryan Schreiber came through for 6. Wayne State Hours of Operation: In game one Mercyhurst Mercyhurst by pitching 4 1/3 Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. squeezed out a victory thanks to innings of solid relief work. He 7. St. Joseph’s a two-out triple from pinch hitter held the Timberwolves at check Saturday 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. John Blike in the seventh. while the Laker offense got back 8. Mercyhurst Sunday 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. The two-run hit broke the tie into the game. and put Mercyhurst ahead 5-3, In the end the teams combined AKER Page 12 May 2, 2007 PORTS LakerS Sports ‘Quick Hits’ Unanimously No. 1 This weeks results... Men’s lacrosse triumphs over No. 2 NYIT

Baseball...... April 25, W 9-3, Gannon April 25, W 8-1, Gannon By Jim McCann April 28, W 5-3, Northwood Contributing writer April 28, W 14-0, Northwood April 29, W 16-3, Northwood For the first time in program April 29, W 16-10, Northwood history, the Lakers are the unani- Softball...... April 22, W 3-2, Findlay mous No. 1 team in the nation, April 22, W 9-1, Findlay as they garnered all ten first place April 27, L 2-0, Ferris State votes in the most recent United April 27, L 10-1, Ferris State States Intercollegiate Lacrosse April 28, W 3-2, Grand Valley Association (USILA) Division April 28, W 7-2, Grand Valley II weekly rankings. April 29, L 2-0, Northwood This after Mercyhurst walked April 29, L 11-1, Northwood away with two important victo- Men’s lacrosse...... April 28, W 12-9, NYIT ries, including a 12-9 thriller over April 29, W 17-7, Dominican the nation’s No. 2 team NYIT Women’s lacrosse...... April 28, L 8-7, Gannon For the second time this month, April 29, W 23-10, Presbyterian the nation’s top two seeds faced- off at Tullio Field for a late sea-

son game with plenty of playoff File photo implications. Mike Bartlett goes in for the score in a game earlier this season. In the news... Both teams came out strong, but Mercyhurst was able to jump As time ran down, the two Conference (ECC) Goalie of the that five minutes into the game, Athletes of the Week out to an early five-goal lead and teams traded goals before the Week for the fourth time in the the Lakers were in the midst of were ahead by a score of 7-2 go- Lakers made one final run to last five weeks. a 1-1 stalemate. come away with a 12-9 win. Janssen joined Lashomb, as he The Lakers reeled off 13 Scott Janssen of men’s lacrosse and Breanna Haggerty of ing into the half. Janssen ended up with five too was recognized by the ECC straight goals to take a 14-1 lead women’s lacrosse were honored this week by the athletic Scotty Janssen led all scorers in goals on the day. as Player of the Week. going into the half. department as the Athletes of the Week. Janssen, a senior the first half, as he paced the Lak- Mike Thon added three goals After the big win on Saturday, The second half provided a attacker had five goals against NYIT on Saturday, and added ers with four goals in the opening of his own, while Mike Bartlett the Lakers had another must-win chance for the Lakers to show three more goals Sunday against Dominican. 30 minutes. As most expected, NYIT was notched two. conference match up on Sunday the depth of their bench, as they B.J. Lindner and Adam Mul- with Dominican College. coasted to a 17-7 win. Haggerty, a sophomore attacker scored three goals against rival not about to lay down and take herin also added solo tallies to This game could easily have Mercyhurst is now 11-1 overall Gannon, and added seven more on Sunday, in a huge 23-10 the loss without a fight. round out the scoring for the been labeled a “trap-game” for and 5-0 in ECC play. The Lakers win over Presbyterian. She also recorded four assists. Both were They solidified this belief when Lakers. the Lakers, as it would have cer- will conclude their regular season honored this week by the East Coast Conference. they came out firing in the sec- ond half. Jason Lashomb stayed hot tainly been easy to overlook the this weekend, as they travel to The Bears battled back to a in net for Mercyhurst, as he unranked second-year program. Adelphi before they prepare for one-goal deficit, as it became recorded 10 saves on his way Some in attendance may have what is likely to be the first ever Team of the Week 8-7. to becoming the Eastern Coast been concerned about the fact final four home lacrosse game.

The men’s lacrosse team earned the Athletic Department’s Team of the Week honors. On Saturday the team defeated No. 2 ranked NYIT 12-9, and as a result became ranked No. 1 Zubek, McNurlen power big wins unanimously by attaining all 10 votes from the United States “Our goal since the begin- for Ferris State to win. four times in the third inning, Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association. By Finella Annand ning of the season was to win In game two, Ferris came out powered by Jessica McNurlen’s Contributing writer the conference tournament and with all guns blazing. fifth homer of the year. even though we lost games this The Lakers scored their only Maureen Bailey reached on a Baseball Fifth in NCBWA Poll The miserable weather didn’t weekend, we are going in to the run in the top of the second bunt single and later scored on stop the crowd from coming out tournament as the number five inning. a Melissa Rizzo single up the On Tuesday, the Mercyhurst baseball team earned a No. on Saturday as Mercyhurst swept seed. The GLIAC is wide open On Saturday with home turf middle. 6 ranking from the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Grand Valley at the Mercyhurst so it doesn’t matter who we play under their cleats once more, McNurlen followed with a Association (NCBWA) poll. Over the past week the team has softball field. it just matters that we show up Mercyhurst showed Grand Valley three-run shot to score Feret gone an impressive 6-0, defeating two GLIAC competitors, In less than inspiring weather, and play our “A” game. It is in our that there is room for only one and Rizzo. Gannon and Northwood. the Lakers of Mercyhurst dem- hands,” said senior Kim Griffin. Laker in Erie. Mercyhurst struck again in onstrated a more than inspiring The weekend started out poor- As alumni, parents and stu- the sixth with an RBI double During the week the team compiled an incredible 27 doubles performance to record their ly, as Ferris swept the Lakers on dents partied and cheered from by Zubek, which scored Kim and averaged 11.3 runs scored. The team concludes regular school-record breaking 21st and Friday at the Gannon University the sidelines, Mercyhurst went Griffin. season action this week with series against Ashland and 22nd wins of the season. field. to work. Mercyhurst had to jump on a Findlay. Grand Valley may be the giant Rough weather conditions Game one developed into a bus to Michigan immediately fol- of Division II athletics, but a rendered the Mercyhurst field pitchers’ battle between Feret lowing the Grand Valley games strong crowd full of students, unplayable, forcing the Lakers and Lori Andjelich until Dani- to play Northwood Sunday. alumni and parents propelled to host the game on their cross- elle Zubek’s two-run shot over The high of Saturday’s games Softball Headed to Conference Tournament Mercyhurst to two convincing town rival’s turf. the leftfield fence in the seventh was soon forgotten, as the Lakers victories. In game one, Ferris came away lifted Mercyhurst to a 3-2 vic- fell to Northwood in the Sunday The Mercyhurst softball team tied for 5th place in the Great Unfortunately the Cinder- with a 2-0 victory. tory and sent the crowd into twinbill, 2-0 and 11-1 in six in- Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) with ella story wasn’t typical of the Jen Feret only allowed three raptures. nings in game two. Northwood and Ashland, but following a series of tiebreakers, weekend’s play, as Mercyhurst hits in the game while striking Mercyhurst carried over the Mercyhurst will travel to Edin- dropped to 7th place. fell to Ferris State on Friday and out 10 batters. momentum from game one, boro University on Tuesday for a Northwood on Sunday. However the Laker defense fell notching a 7-2 win to pick up the non-conference doubleheader. As the 7th seed, Mercyhurst will attend the GLIAC double Despite the losses Mercyhurst apart in the bottom of the sixth sweep and clinch a space in the elimination softball tournament on Friday in Midland, Michigan, is still in a good position to win by committing two errors that GLIAC Championships. and take on No. 2 seed Ferris State. This season Mercyhurst the conference championship. would allow two runs to score Mercyhurst struck first, scoring softball finished with an 11-9 record in the GLIAC, the team’s best performance since 2002.

Womens’ Hockey Players Honored Draft starts with Russell going No. 1 Russell was only one of three as ninth but when the Browns gest ever. Valerie Chouinard, a sophomore forward, and Meghan Agosta, By Kirk Campbell LSU players who were drafted drafted Thomas, Quinn was ex- There was much debate about a freshman forward, both of the Mercyhurst women’s hockey Contributing writer in the first round. Safety LaRon pected to be picked by the Miami Heisman Trophy winner Troy team, will receive post-season honors from the NCAA for their Laundry was drafted sixth overall Dolphins with pick nine. Smith and where he was going to statistical accomplishments in a number of categories during The 2007 NFL Draft on April by the Washington Redskins and The Dolphins surprised every- play but that was answered when the 2006-2007 season. 28 and 29 started as planned is expected to start the season one when they drafted Ted Ginn the Baltimore Ravens drafted when the Oakland Raiders draft- alongside Pro Bowl safety Sean Jr. from Ohio State and passed Smith with the last pick of the Chouinard had a Division I best, with 17 power play goals, and ed quarterback JaMarcus Russell Taylor. on Quinn. fifth round. Agosta was tied for second with 16 in the category. Agosta also from Louisiana State University The Kansas City Chiefs drafted Quinn sat and waited for his The biggest surprise during day was the Division I leader in goals-per-game and game winning (LSU) with the first overall pick. Dwayne Bowe, a wide receiver. name to be called, but he his two was when the Raiders traded goals. After being selected first overall After Russell was selected, the lifetime dream did not come true five time Pro Bowler Randy Moss Russell said, “It’s a dream come draft’s most talented player, Cal- until the Browns traded up in the to the New England Patriots for true. Growing up as a kid playing vin Johnson, was drafted by the first round to pick No. 22 and a forth round pick. Rowing Sweeps East Regional Invitational every sport in life and always see- Detroit Lions, followed by Joe drafted him. The Raiders used their extra ing the guys on the professional Thomas to the Cleveland Browns “I guess just the opportunity pick to draft John Bowie, a cor- On Sunday, the Mercyhurst men’s rowing team hosted the East level, and here I am today.” Fourth was Gaines Adams by to have Cleveland come back ner back from Cincinnati. Regional Invitational on Findley Lake, N.Y.. All three boats that In the 2006 season, the Raid- the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and around and giving me a chance to Cornerback Ramzee Robinson competed in the event were victorious. The lightweight eight ers were last in the NFL in total the Arizona Cardinals drafted play there is just something that from Alabama was this years Mr. won with a time of 6:22.6, the novice four won with a time offense. By drafting Russell they Levi Brown to round out the I’ve always dreamed of doing,” Irrelevant, the last pick in the of 7:11.6, and finally, the lgihtweight four won with a time of believe they have fulfilled their top five. Quinn said. draft, after being drafted by the 7:10.01. The team will compete again on this Saturday at the biggest need. The most surprising story over At one point during the first Detroit Loins. Mid-America Collegiate Rowing Association Regatta. Russell is 6-foot-6 and is best the course of the first round was round, nine straight draft picks The two-day. 255 pick draft known for his strong arm. On Brady Quinn. were used on defensive players. lasted a total of 18 hours. Quick hits are compiled by sports editor Ryan Palm. Anything his pro-day he threw a football Quinn was expected to be The first round was six hours worthy of being a “quick hit” should be emailed to sportsmerciad@ 80 yards. drafted as high as third and as low and eight minutes long, the lon- mercyhurst.edu. May 2, 2007 THE MERCIAD Page 13 LAKER

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6 7 8 9 10 The top-ten sports moments of 2006-07 Looking back at the best moments of a historic year for Laker athletics

first ever GLAIC playoff game, Several players were honored the 2006 season with a 16-4 hanging from her neck, with athletes drew national honors By Ryan Palm defeating Wayne State at the individually, including Andy Tait record, which tied the mark for Lorsell sporting the bronze. for their individual play, several Sports editor MAC and making their first trip who received a third-team All second most wins in program of whom have been mentioned to the GLIAC semifinals, where American honor by the NSCAA. history. Softball drasti- already. they took on top-seeded Additionally, Tait, Jason Pedra Their season came to an end at A handful of hockey alumni Women’s Findlay. and Daniel Mudd were all on the the Division II Great Lakes Re- #8cally improves are continuing their careers in the #1hockey No. 1 NSCAA All-Region First Team. gional playoff game, where they – Although their season is not professional ranks, and a men’s it was a banner year for the fell 2-1 against Indianapolis. complete as of press time, the lacrosse graduate is doing the women’s hockey program, taking Men’s water The team was ranked No. 20 2007 campaign for the softball same as well. an already successful program to heading into the game, and made team has been one of grand With several of the college’s an entirely new level. #5polo finishes their first NCAA regionals ap- improvement. most successful programs having The team reeled off huge wins best season in pearance since 2001 when they Coming off of four straight good seasons, one can only hope against programs like Dartmouth, school history lost 2-1 to Northern Kentucky. losing seasons, the Lakers head that this momentum carries firm St. Lawrence, New Hampshire into this weekend with a 22-21 the 2006 campaign Senior defender Finella An- in 2007-08. There were many and Princeton. – overall record, including an for the men’s nand was named Second Team good stories that could have In late November, fresh off impressive 11-9 record in the water polo All-American by the NSCAA and been included in this top 10, two wins in the New Hampshire GLIAC, one of the toughest team was by was also chosen as the GLIAC but it is necessary to choose the Tournament, Mercyhurst was conferences in Division II. far their best Defensive Player of the Year. best. Numerous sports had good named a unanimous No. 1 in That mark easily surpasses the ever. Annand, Lisa Casement and seasons, including wrestling, the country, marking the high- 5-15 conference record the Lak- The pro- Sarah Powell were also named baseball and several others. est ranking for the program’s ers posed in 2006. gram finished to the All Great Lakers Region Others had seasons they are history. Mercyhurst travels to the GLI- the year with First Team. quick to forget, such as men’s They held on to that ranking AC Tournament this weekened to a 12-8 re- volleyball and men’s hockey. for most of the season and rode square off against No. 2 seeded cord, which Nonetheless come summer and the momentum into the NCAA Trio competes Ferris State, a team that beat Mer- drastically fall the teams will be back at it, Playoffs. #7in world cham- cyhurst twice last weekend. improved with eyes set on improvement In March the team hosted the Mercy- Last week the team was ranked their pionships – from this past year. their first NCAA Playoff game, hurst name took to the inter- No. 8 in the region, a week after pre- Regardless of what their out- squaring off against Minnesota- national stage this past spring being the No. 7 team in that come was this past year, expecta- Duluth on March 9. when a trio from the Mercyhurst same poll. tions will be higher for 2007-08, Unfortunately for the blue and women’s hockey team played in from students up to administra- green the visitors won 3-2 in the 2007 Women’s World Cham- Ice Rink to get tion, wins will be appreciated. overtime, prematurely ending the pionships. #9facelift – later this As I was putting together this best season in program history. Freshmen Meghan Agosta month the Mercyhurst top 10 of 2006-07, I couldn’t (Canada), Angelica Lorsell (Swe- vious best record of Ice Center will get a much-need- help but think about what a den) and Katariina Soikkanen Men’s lacrosse 7-11. ed facelift to critical components wonderful ride it has been. (Finland) all competed on the – much like the T h e of the building. I’ve had the honor of serving No. 1 worldwide stage. #2 women’s hockey team team also The rink was built in 1991 and as sports editor for three years The games were played in men’s lacrosse is enjoying their excelled has not had a major renovation now, and I have thoroughly en- Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada best season ever in 2007. in conference since that time. joyed every minute of it. and were broadcast to around The team entered the campaign play, finishing 5-1 in There will be new dasher- It has been an amazing expe- ten million homes with high hopes and a tough the Southern Confer- boards installed, along with new rience working with so many during the week- schedule ahead of them. Two ence’s Western Division. glass, protective netting, player great coaches, athletes and ad- long tournament. As of press time they are 11-1 seniors topped the 1,000 point That mark was good enough to benches, and penalty boxes. ministrators throughout the last Agosta returned and are a unanimous No.1 in the mark in Avi Fogel and Shelby tie rival Gannon University for The renovation comes a critical few years. to Erie with a poll conducted by the United Chaney , who were both honored the lead in their division. They time, as the women’s hockey team The staff of this newspaper gold medal States Intercollegiate Lacrosse by the GLIAC as first and second reeled off ten straight victories hosted its first NCAA Division I is first-rate, and I will truly miss Association. team selections, respectively. at one point, including wins over playoff game there in March, and the Tuesday nights we’ve spent The team has had their way The team also beat Gannon local rivals Penn State Behrend given the success of 2006-07, it is together over the last few years. with traditional powerhouses twice on the season, both on the and Gannon. not likely to be their last. Our advisor Bill Welch has like Dowling, C.W. Post and road and at home. Individually, Andrew Schon- The project is running a bill been a rock for this paper, and New York Tech, with its lone hoff was named to the Division of $175,000, and is expected to will truly be missed. loss coming to defending na- Men’s soccer II All-American First Team take about a month to finish, He has been an incredible tional champion Le Moyne 8-7 wins school following his second straight with a late-June estimate for resource for not only myself in overtime. #4 outstanding season. completion. but for every writer and editor The team has their final regular record 17 and The sophomore is already that has had a word printed in season game at Adelphi and then makes NCAAs – the the leading scorer in school Mercy- our paper. will travel to the NCAA playoffs men’s soccer team drastically history, and finished this season hurst on In closing, I wish the best of later this month. improved on a disappointing with 54 goals and 18 assists. #10 luck to the hundreds of athletes 2005 season by finishing the 2006 He is only the second in pro- national that will continue their athletic Men’s basket- campaign 17-4 overall and 6-1 in gram history to achieve such and worldwide careers long after I am gone. #3 the GLIAC. a high honor, with Brad Arm- stage – the 2006- Every time you step on the field ball wins The team was chosen by the strong being the last in 2004. 07 season was one of or court with the blue and green GLIAC playoff NCAA to compete in the NCAA national and international on you represent not only cur- game & hosts quar- Great Lakes Regional, where attention for Mercyhurst rent students but also thousands they fell 6-1 to No. 6 SIU-Ed- Women’s of alumni as well, and I will be the men’s bas- College athletics, coming from terfinals – wardsville. #6soccer make on alum that will be following ketball team enjoyed one of its a variety of sports. Although that game did not go closely. most successful seasons in recent NCAAs and wins 2nd Already we’ve mentioned the according to plan, the rest of the The great Vince Lombardi history not only making the con- most in school international role of women’s year pretty much did. once said “Perfection is not at- ference playoffs but hosting the the ice hockey, which drew attention Their 17 wins tied the school history – tainable, but if we chase perfec- first round game as well. women’s soccer team from newspapers like the USA record, and their three other tion we can catch excellence.” The program also won its concluded Today and the New York Times. losses were all by only one goal. Additionally a large number of Keep up the chase. May 2, 2007 THE MERCIAD PAGE 14 The Year in review Another year has passed at UNION EXPANSION Mercyhurst College. It has brought more off-campus rules, 4x1x4 Blue - 52% Voted to arm Police and Safety Green - 48% Voted NOT to arm Police and Safety Gray - Students who did not respond ansion Year In semester ups and downs, wall- 2006-2007the fee Review crawling slime, the student union

KILLERKEY Light Blue- 14% students voted for union exp Yellow - 35% students voted for parking Dark Blue - 20% students voted for other Green - 31% students voted not to raise MOLDGray - Did not respond expansion, and several other stories For Semesters Against Semesters that topped headlines over the past nine months.

Off-campus rules Gamble installed Dirty magazines In early September, the Erie Police Bureau enforced Dr. Thomas Gamble was officially installed as Mercyhurst The Mercyhurst College bookstore removed stricter laws for students who party off campus. College’s 11th president during an inaugural ceremony Cosmopolitan, Maxim, GQ, and other magazines Ordinances currently in place include major fines for in September. The elaborate ceremony took place in the whose covers had scantily clothed women and men, and underage drinking, noise and disorderly house. The latter Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center, and included headlines that included the word “sex.” The magazines ordinance was a shock to students who could pay fines of faculty, students, and other members of the college were removed after one parent complained in early $300 and 90 days in jail if found in violation. community. November.

4x1x4 debate Mold in Wayne Union expansion One of Mercyhurst College President Dr. Thomas Wall-crawling slime invaded the Wayne Street Mercyhurst College Student Government proposed to Gamble’s initiatives was to reconstruct the academic apartments in early March. Associate Vice President of expand the current Carolyn Herrmann Student Union calendar to a 4x1x4 semester system. Students revolted, Administration Tyrone Moore said water entering the by almost 14,000 square feet. The expansion includes a saying they did not want a semester system. The academic apartments from above the balcony doors was causing the north wing full of offices and an east wing reserved for affairs committee soon rejected the 4x1x4, saying it did problem. Construction to take down the balconies started Registered Student Clubs and Organizations. The plans not fit the needs of the “diverse student population.” last month in order to solve the problem. also include expanding the Laker Inn and Galley.

KEY Light Blue- 14% students voted for union expansion Yellow - 35% students voted for parking Blue - 52% Voted to arm Police and Safety Dark Blue - 20% students voted for other Green - 48% Voted NOT to arm Police and Safety Green - 31% students voted not to raise the fee Gray - Students who did not respond Gray - Did not respond Students vote ‘no’ Arming police & safety Multi-cultural center Mercyhurst Student Government voted to increase the After the massacre at Virginia Tech in late April, questions Mercyhurst College President Dr. Thomas Gamble building assessment fee by $102 for four years to pay arose about the safety of college campuses. Mercyhurst announced the creation of a Multi-cultural center that for the union expansion. The Merciad asked students College Police and Safety officers do not carry firearms, would help promote diversity on campus. Assistant what they felt about the student union expansion and the and the Merciad asked students if they would prefer the Director of Residence Life and Diversity 101 adviser increase building assessment fee. The results were close, officers be armed. The response was close: 52 percent Pertrina Williams-Marrero will become the college’s first but only 14 percent voted for the union expansion. voted to arm and 48 percent voted not to arm. director of the multi-cultural center.