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>>PAGE 2 HOW THE WEST WAS WON RAs respond to editorial 4-1 >> page 15 >>PAGE 19 Halo 3 Hailed >>PAGE 10 PAGE 2 NEWS Sept. 26, 2007 Mercyhurst campus accepts tailgating shame that we would have to put By Ashley Pastor Scoot Williams photo an end to it,” said Barnett. Staff writer The Mercyhurst West campus is located at 824 Main St. in Girard, Pa. Barnett, as well as others in the athletic department, Student The Mercyhurst College foot- Life and Police and Safety came West part of strategic plan ball team has kicked off its together to come up with an season with a record of 4-1, with alternative to the hill area. Dr. Gary Brown said the college rently under an annually renew- big defeats over rival Gannon The goal was to fi nd a place By Joshua Wilwohl is currently working on plans able lease agreement with farmer University and Wayne State. So where fans could have the same Editor-in-chief and trying to decide on academic Mike Picardo. what are you doing to support energy and still be responsible. offerings for the campus. Mercyhurst College Director our football players? Tailgating became the unani- Mercyhurst West offers more Mercyhurst College Director of Financial Services Jane Kelsey Look no further than the mous solution to the problem. than corn as far as the eye can of Mercyhurst West Melissa said Picardo leases approximately parking lot by Baldwin Hall an Offi cial tailgating began during see. Lang said the campus currently 261 acres of the land from Mer- hour or two before home games the fi rst game of the season on At least that’s the word through offers associate degrees in liberal cyhurst for $16,000 a year. and take part in some pre-game Sept. 15 against Wayne State. the stalk. arts, business administration and Kelsey said Picardo uses the celebrating in the form of tail- The turnout was good, the Mercyhurst College President facilities and property manage- land for corn and a variety of gating. atmosphere was laid back and Dr. Thomas Gamble said the ment. Lang said the latter is part produce. Kelsey said the other “I think tailgating is a great Mercyhurst came out victori- west campus, located about 30 of the Hotel and Restaurant 144 acres does not have a lease idea it creates a friendly vibe and ous. minutes from Mercyhurst main Institutional Management stud- agreement. just being near the fi eld early lets The sanctioned tailgating also campus in Girard , Pa., is part of ies program. “We are not actively developing you soak up the atmosphere,” allows fans who are 21 and over the strategic plan process. “It deals with basic housekeep- the rest of the land,” she said of said junior Stephen Duggan. “It to consume alcoholic beverages Mercyhurst College Director ing to construction to design,” the 144 acres. gives fans a chance to bond and in the designated area. of Administration Tom Bill- she said. Kelsey said the college is relax so that they can go crazy “Hopefully fans will be able ingsley said Mercyhurst College According to the Mercyhurst required to notify Picardo by when the action begins.” to see the big picture and still acquired the 405-acre land in College West Web site, the facili- December of each year if any For several years the parents come out and enjoy the games,” May 2005 for $1.85 million. ties and property management is, construction will take place the and fans of the football pro- said Barnett. “We’re still thinking a lot about “Designed to prepare students following year for Mercyhurst gram have unoffi cially tailgated As the popularity of tailgating the direction (of West),” said to enter or advance in the fi eld West. at games. increases, the college has taken Gamble. “It all depends on of hospitality management, stu- Both Billingsley and Kelsey Craig Barnett, athletic director into consideration the possibil- board approval.” dents are expected to complete a said the West campus supports and Tony Cipollone, associate ity of underage drinking and is Gamble said he hopes for the core of hospitality management itself with the tuition from athlete director, got the ball roll- prepared to enact safeguards if west campus to start programs courses and select a concentra- students on the West campus ing on sanctioned tailgating. necessary. that are more experiential and tion in either facilities manage- and does not take from student Once the idea was proposed, “As the tailgating crowd gets focus around the earth. ment or hotel management.” tuition at Mercyhurst Main or student life also supported the larger, we can always handle it “I would like to see such pro- Mercyhurst West currently has Mercyhurst North East. idea of tailgating. the way we handle other events. grams as sustainable agriculture, 34 students enrolled, according The Mercyhurst College West Laura Zirkle, director of resi- The fans of age will be given equestrian studies and organic to Lang. Web site lists a full-time student’s dence life and student conduct wristbands for example. There farming,” he said. “I want it “Six are traditional students, tuition with 30 credits as $11,478 said, “At homecoming games haven’t been issues yet and we to appeal to people who want while the rest are adults,” she and part-time student’s tuition there has always been a quasi- have taken them into consider- to have a more experiential said. with 18 credits as $7,074. official tailgate where alumni, ation,” said Zirkle. approach to the earth than a Gamble said classes are held “Student tuition from West current students and parents Next season the Lakers will cerebral approach we have here in a converted church on the basically covers the cost for come together and share in pre- change conferences to the Penn- at main.” property, but plans to construct West,” said Gamble. “No student game festivities.” sylvania State Athletic Confer- Gamble said campus currently more buildings are part of the tuition from main campus is Barnett shared several con- ence, playing teams that are offers undergraduate courses. strategic process. funding West.” cerns that came with creating a closer to home such as Edinboro, The Mercyhurst College Web “We have one building now,” Gamble said he sees Mercy- designated tailgating area. Slippery Rock and Indiana Uni- Advisor Web site lists seven he said. “And through the stra- hurst West as a future project. He explained that fans have versity of Pennsylvania. courses for this fall and 10 tegic planning process, as we fi nd “I think it has great potential always congregated on the hill Establishing a system for tail- courses offered for winter 2008 partners and fi nancial resources, to somehow benefit the col- area above the field creating gating this season will prepare at Mercyhurst West. then we’ll build and develop lege,” he said. “Right now, it has issues concerning the consump- the school and fans for the Mercyhurst College Executive over time when there’s more of potential to grow, but we want it tion of alcohol. expected boost in crowd support Vice President of Mercyhurst a demand.” to sustain itself as we go forward “We understand that it’s a great and game attendance in seasons North East and Mercyhurst West Billingsley said the land is cur- and expand.” atmosphere up there and it’s a to come. PAGE 2 NEWS Sept. 26, 2007 Sept. 26, 2007 NEWS PAGE 3 Mercyhurst campus Gamble pledges to go green commitment on their campuses, Junior Michelle Coady was By Casey Greene driving the success and encour- excited to hear Mercyhurst would accepts tailgating News editor aging dedication to the PCC. It be increasing its efforts to be shame that we would have to put is their dedication and hard work green. By Ashley Pastor Scoot Williams photo an end to it,” said Barnett. Mercyhurst College has main- that will make this initiative suc- “I like that they are making Staff writer The Mercyhurst West campus is located at 824 Main St. in Girard, Pa. Barnett, as well as others in tained an ongoing dedication to cessful.” Mercyhurst a green-focused the athletic department, Student being environmentally aware for Green Team Faculty Chair campus. It’s good to try to The Mercyhurst College foot- Life and Police and Safety came many years. Dr. James Snyder also feels that improve the environment,” she West part of strategic plan ball team has kicked off its together to come up with an Scoot Williams photo With Mercyhurst President Dr. Gamble deserves recognition for said. season with a record of 4-1, with alternative to the hill area. Furry pets such as “Spanky” are not permitted in student Thomas Gamble’s recent signing the pledge. Junior Kathy Kramer agreed. Dr. Gary Brown said the college rently under an annually renew- big defeats over rival Gannon The goal was to fi nd a place housing. of the American College and “We’re beginning to go further “It’s a beautiful concept and By Joshua Wilwohl is currently working on plans able lease agreement with farmer University and Wayne State. So where fans could have the same University Presidents Climate down the road to responsibility it’s great that President Gamble Editor-in-chief and trying to decide on academic Mike Picardo. what are you doing to support energy and still be responsible. Commitment that dedication has and President Gamble is making is trying to make a difference offerings for the campus. Mercyhurst College Director our football players? Tailgating became the unani- been taken to the next level. the effort to lead the way,” said starting here. He’s doing the Mercyhurst West offers more Mercyhurst College Director of Financial Services Jane Kelsey Look no further than the mous solution to the problem. Pets pose problems “Mercyhurst has had a green Snyder. right thing.” than corn as far as the eye can of Mercyhurst West Melissa said Picardo leases approximately parking lot by Baldwin Hall an Offi cial tailgating began during would have to be well thought initiative for awhile but what Lee Bodner, executive director According to Bodner, institu- see. Lang said the campus currently 261 acres of the land from Mer- hour or two before home games the fi rst game of the season on By Amy Zielinski out. the PCC says is that we will do of PCC, feels that PCC is not tions of higher education are News editor At least that’s the word through offers associate degrees in liberal cyhurst for $16,000 a year. and take part in some pre-game Sept. 15 against Wayne State. “I would like to try to make more,” said Gamble. only about stepping up to the the perfect place to implement the stalk. arts, business administration and Kelsey said Picardo uses the celebrating in the form of tail- The turnout was good, the it work, but it would not be EcoAmerica, the Association plate but also about bringing the climate neutral plan because Mercyhurst College President facilities and property manage- land for corn and a variety of gating. atmosphere was laid back and Unless it’s a coat, nothing furry something I would look forward for the Advancement in High notice to the cause. of students like Coady and Dr. Thomas Gamble said the ment. Lang said the latter is part produce. Kelsey said the other “I think tailgating is a great Mercyhurst came out victori- should be in any Mercyhurst to,” he said. “I would see all Education as well as Second “By taking part in the PCC, Kramer. west campus, located about 30 of the Hotel and Restaurant 144 acres does not have a lease idea it creates a friendly vibe and ous. College student apartment. The of the negatives as well as the Nature, are organizations work- colleges and universities are “This commitment means that minutes from Mercyhurst main Institutional Management stud- agreement. just being near the fi eld early lets The sanctioned tailgating also reason: Pets cause too many positives.” ing to obtain sustainability on sending a message to the rest of campuses are making an effort campus in Girard , Pa., is part of ies program. “We are not actively developing you soak up the atmosphere,” allows fans who are 21 and over problems. Senior Pat Keane disagrees college and university campuses society by not only recognizing to train the next generation of the strategic plan process. “It deals with basic housekeep- the rest of the land,” she said of said junior Stephen Duggan. “It to consume alcoholic beverages Allergies and household care with having a pet-only building. and are the founding organiza- that global warming is one of leaders,” he explained. “And Mercyhurst College Director ing to construction to design,” the 144 acres. gives fans a chance to bond and in the designated area. are the top concerns of Associ- “My biggest concern would tions of the PCC. the most important forces shap- there is no better way to solve of Administration Tom Bill- she said. Kelsey said the college is relax so that they can go crazy “Hopefully fans will be able ate Vice President of Adminis- be the pet’s safety,” said Keane. According the VP of Mar- ing our economy and society but this problem.” ingsley said Mercyhurst College According to the Mercyhurst required to notify Picardo by when the action begins.” to see the big picture and still tration Tyrone Moore. “Pets may be neglected or not keting for ecoAmerica Col- also by doing something about Coon also thought that it acquired the 405-acre land in College West Web site, the facili- December of each year if any For several years the parents come out and enjoy the games,” “We have a signifi cant number trained properly and because of leen Schell, the mission of the it,” Bodner said. is exciting that Mercyhurst is May 2005 for $1.85 million. ties and property management is, construction will take place the and fans of the football pro- said Barnett. of students with allergies that this they would make noises day commitment is to “specifi cally According to Schell, Mercy- attempting to, “teach the next “We’re still thinking a lot about “Designed to prepare students following year for Mercyhurst gram have unoffi cially tailgated As the popularity of tailgating cause them to have reactions,” he and night.” reframe the argument for a hurst joined approximately 400 generation how to preserve and the direction (of West),” said to enter or advance in the fi eld West. at games. increases, the college has taken said. “We do everything under Assistant Vice President of decrease in carbon emissions and other colleges and universities monitor our environment.” Gamble. “It all depends on of hospitality management, stu- Both Billingsley and Kelsey Craig Barnett, athletic director into consideration the possibil- the sun to disinfect the apart- Student Life and Director of instead aim to eliminate carbon around the nation that have According to Schell, Mercy- board approval.” dents are expected to complete a said the West campus supports and Tony Cipollone, associate ity of underage drinking and is ments and to ensure students of Residence Life Laura Zirkle emission completely and make signed the commitment. hurst and all other institutions Gamble said he hopes for the core of hospitality management itself with the tuition from athlete director, got the ball roll- prepared to enact safeguards if a safe living environment – so it agrees with Keane. climate neutrality the goal.” Among the signatories the signing the PCC are required west campus to start programs courses and select a concentra- students on the West campus ing on sanctioned tailgating. necessary. is a big concern for us.” “My experience is that it isn’t Schell further clarifi ed the term website listed neighboring within two months of signing to that are more experiential and tion in either facilities manage- and does not take from student Once the idea was proposed, “As the tailgating crowd gets Senior Jennelle Hergenroder fair to the animals,” Zirkle said. “climate neutral” by explaining schools such as Allegheny Col- set up a committee and task team focus around the earth. ment or hotel management.” tuition at Mercyhurst Main or student life also supported the larger, we can always handle it disagrees with Moore and would “Students get busy and they are that the goal is to completely lege and the University at Buf- focused on reaching the climate “I would like to see such pro- Mercyhurst West currently has Mercyhurst North East. idea of tailgating. the way we handle other events. like to see a building designated gone all day.” eliminate the emission of green- falo, as well as larger universities neutral goal. grams as sustainable agriculture, 34 students enrolled, according The Mercyhurst College West Laura Zirkle, director of resi- The fans of age will be given for students with pets in the near Zirkle explained the current house gases from campuses who like Duke and the University of One year after signing an equestrian studies and organic to Lang. Web site lists a full-time student’s dence life and student conduct wristbands for example. There future. rule for pets is only fi sh in a 10- sign the pledge. Pennsylvania as others who have inventory of greenhouse gas farming,” he said. “I want it “Six are traditional students, tuition with 30 credits as $11,478 said, “At homecoming games haven’t been issues yet and we “If there were certain apart- gallon fi sh tank. Gamble explained that for committed to the PCC. emissions must be completed to appeal to people who want while the rest are adults,” she and part-time student’s tuition there has always been a quasi- have taken them into consider- ments designated for the stu- “Fins are in – no feet, no Mercyhurst the aim is to, “tread “Mercyhurst already has a and the following year the cre- to have a more experiential said. with 18 credits as $7,074. official tailgate where alumni, ation,” said Zirkle. dents with pets then the students feather and no fur,” she said. lightly enough that we are not sustainability counsel that is ation and implementation of a approach to the earth than a Gamble said classes are held “Student tuition from West current students and parents Next season the Lakers will with allergic reactions would not According to the Mercyhurst contributing in any way to global totally focused and dedicated to climate neutral plan must take cerebral approach we have here in a converted church on the basically covers the cost for come together and share in pre- change conferences to the Penn- be affected,” she said. student handbook, if students warming.” all things green,” said Director of effect. at main.” property, but plans to construct West,” said Gamble. “No student game festivities.” sylvania State Athletic Confer- If the designated pet building are caught with pets other than While Schell explained that Marketing and Public Relations Gamble is pleased with the Gamble said campus currently more buildings are part of the tuition from main campus is Barnett shared several con- ence, playing teams that are come in the future, Hergenroder those specifi ed in the handbook, the PCC organization assists Shelia Coon. “This commitment prospect of taking more initiative offers undergraduate courses. strategic process. funding West.” cerns that came with creating a closer to home such as Edinboro, would also like the students to they can face disciplinary ac- signatories with marketing, simply raises the bar to a whole toward being an environmentally The Mercyhurst College Web “We have one building now,” Gamble said he sees Mercy- designated tailgating area. Slippery Rock and Indiana Uni- follow certain guidelines for tions. implementing and managing the new level of dedication.” aware campus. Advisor Web site lists seven he said. “And through the stra- hurst West as a future project. He explained that fans have versity of Pennsylvania. their pets. The handbook suggests there commitment, she was adamant Coon explained that Mer- “We want to do more,” said courses for this fall and 10 tegic planning process, as we fi nd “I think it has great potential always congregated on the hill Establishing a system for tail- “If students have pets in the could be a removal of pets from when giving full credit to the cyhurst will have to reevaluate Gamble. “We need to be more courses offered for winter 2008 partners and fi nancial resources, to somehow benefit the col- area above the field creating gating this season will prepare buildings, they need to clean up campus, $100.00 fine and 20 institutional presidents who their “green standards,” look conscientious of how we are at Mercyhurst West. then we’ll build and develop lege,” he said. “Right now, it has issues concerning the consump- the school and fans for the after them and keep them con- hours of community service, dis- signed the pledge. into more renewable resources affecting our environment. Mercyhurst College Executive over time when there’s more of potential to grow, but we want it tion of alcohol. expected boost in crowd support tained so they do not run around ciplinary probation, restitution, “This is a president’s commit- and work towards making cur- This means that we need to Vice President of Mercyhurst a demand.” to sustain itself as we go forward “We understand that it’s a great and game attendance in seasons everywhere,” she said. extracurricular restrictions and ment,” she said. “The presidents rent and future buildings energy make a serious commitment to North East and Mercyhurst West Billingsley said the land is cur- and expand.” atmosphere up there and it’s a to come. Moore said a plan like this possible removal from housing. are responsible to initiating the effi cient. change.” PAGE 4 NEWS Sept. 26, 2007 Stay healthy at Health Center health center for asthma, never By Jen Helbig for the fl u or a cold. Staff writer “If you have the fl u it’s a do-it- yourself sort of thing,” she said. With flu season and winter “I just take some medicine and approaching, students should hot water with lemon, bundle up be familiar with the medical and stay in bed.” resources available to them if “When we start back to school they begin to feel ill. we always see the gastrointestinal Registered nurse and Nurse virus that loves to hit people with Director of Cohen Student nausea, vomiting and diarrhea,” Health Center Chris Dimperio Dimperio said. said, “We strongly encourage “Right now we’re seeing some Contributed photo students to call and make an seasonal allergies and a lot of Cadet Jeff Allen directs fellow cadets at the Pride of PA ROTC Battalion lab on Sept. 8. appointment to see the nurses sinus infections. This will easily or the doctor.” slide into more complex upper “We have a quick turn-around respiratory illnesses as the time; anyone who calls Becky can weather gets colder.” ’Hurst cadets learn the ropes usually get in that same day to Sophomore Marta Baran has see us or the next if it’s a special been feeling under the weather request,” she said this past weekend and decided to By Kenneth Foster Contributing writer Senior Jenni Crist recently treat her own symptoms. went to the Health Center and As an international student agreed with Dimperio about the from Poland, she has a few Mercyhurst College cadets in staff ’s availability for appoint- treatments passed down to her the Pride of PA ROTC Battal- ments. through her culture. ion participated in their fi rst lab “I went there because they’re “I drink concentrated rasp- recently on Sept. 8. always helpful,” she said. “Every berry juice that is diluted in hot Cadets from Penn State Beh- time I’ve been sick I’ve gone over water or tea,” she said. “I try rend and Gannon University there. I think the Health Center to use natural treatments when joined Mercyhurst cadets at the ladies are extremely sweet; they I can.” Picnic Pavilion on the Behrend Contributed photo fi t me in the other day right away Dimperio advised that stu- campus for the lab which was Mercyhurst cadets observed an Apache Helicopter on so that the doctor could get me dents dress warm, cover their primarily an orientation. Sept. 8 at the Pride of PA ROTC Battalion lab. an antibiotic that I needed.” mouths and noses when they The orientation lab was an Students have to be assertive cough and get fl u shots. Flu shots introduction for all cadets for is all about,” said Allen. “Also, as well as traffi c fl owing through in assessing if they need to seek will be available in the middle to the upcoming year in the Pride the lab was a chance for the older Presque Isle. Many of the cadets professional medical treatment. end of October, depending on of PA ROTC Battalion. cadets to greet the incoming class also provided water at various “If a student develops a sore when the vaccine arrives at the Cadets were able to observe and establish cohesion among locations throughout the course throat or fever, etcetera, the best Health Center. an Apache (AH-64) Helicopter, the entire battalion.” for the runners. thing to do is start taking Ibu- Students who decide they need as well as a Stryker Armored The following day cadets in the The next event for cadets will profen according to directions to visit the Health Center can fi nd Combat Vehicle. Afterwards ca- ROTC Battalion helped coordi- be a battalion run at Behrend on on the package and to gargle it at the south end of campus on dets enjoyed a delicious cookout nate operations and support for Friday, Sept. 28. salt water as often as possible,” Briggs Avenue in the townhouses and participated in a tug-of-war the 34th Annual Erie Marathon at This year, the ROTC Battalion Dimperio said. next to the bookstore. contest and some relays. Presque Isle. welcomes three new cadre mem- “If they do that for 24-48 Appointments can be made Cadet Jeff Allen, one of the Weather conditions for the bers, including Lieutenant Colo- hours and symptoms don’t disap- by calling x2431. The services seniors helping lead the ROTC race were horrid and unfortu- nel Ron Swift, Master Sergeant pear or get worse, then they need of the Health Center are free of Battalion, commented on the nately the Erie Marathon cham- Ryan Pschigoda and the new to see us. The exception would charge and students are encour- orientation lab. pion, Kevin Pool barely missed Professor of Military Science, be severe headache, if they can’t ages to utilize the center. “I think the lab was an excel- qualifying for the Marathon Major Michael Wright. their move neck or if they have They are also available to all lent opportunity for the new Olympic Trials, running a 2:25:29 If interested in learning more severe vomiting or diarrhea.” registered students who have cadets and non-contracted cadets on the 26.2 mile course. about the Pride of PA Battal- Sophomore Sara Norris said completed health forms on fi le to get a fi rst hand look at what the Cadets helped direct the mara- ion, contact Major Dunlavey at that she has only visited the in the Health Center offi ce. Pride of Pennsylvania Battalion thon participants on the course [email protected]. PAGE 4 NEWS Sept. 26, 2007 Sept. 26, 2007 NEWS PAGE 5 Stay healthy at ‘Break’ out of the norm Hollywood producer take place from Nov. 14 through breaks are too hectic, a trip By Christopher James the 21. Students will work with to Guyana, South America is returns to Mercyhurst Contributing writer Health Center Habitat for Humanity to help re- planned as well. The trip will build the damaged communities take place from May 20 through into the acting world and eventu- health center for asthma, never School breaks are appreciated of New Orleans. June 3. By Leslie Ruchala ally writing. Advertising manager By Jen Helbig for the fl u or a cold. times of rest and relaxation but The spring term alternative “We normally went to Hon- “I was blown by the wind,” he Staff writer “If you have the fl u it’s a do-it- Mercyhurst College also encour- break is called the “Urban Chal- duras, but our (Sisters of Mer- said. “A friend of mine who I was yourself sort of thing,” she said. ages students to use this time to lenge” and is from Feb. 24 until cy) contact has moved,” said Jonathan Stark has traveled working with was going to San With flu season and winter “I just take some medicine and serve others. Mar. 1 explained Shroeck. Schroeck. a long road that has led him to Francisco and invited me along. approaching, students should hot water with lemon, bundle up “Alternative breaks are a part “Students will be going to When asked what it was that great success. I went, took some acting classes be familiar with the medical and stay in bed.” of Campus Ministry, Service Camden, NJ and Philadelphia, students could expect from this He is an Emmy award-win- and starting getting work. When resources available to them if “When we start back to school Learning, and the Mercy In- PA where they will experience trip, she responded, “We will be ning writer and credited with his the work slowed down, I tried they begin to feel ill. we always see the gastrointestinal stitute. They take place during and learn about poverty issues,” working at an orphanage and work on hit TV sitcoms such writing; I was sampling different Registered nurse and Nurse virus that loves to hit people with school breaks and last for about Schroeck said. “They will work hospital while also learning about as “Cheers”, “The Nanny” and things.” Director of Cohen Student nausea, vomiting and diarrhea,” a week,” said Director of Ser- daily in places from soup kitch- the culture of these people.” “Ellen”. Now settled in the fast paced Health Center Chris Dimperio Dimperio said. vice Learning Sister Michele ens to housing projects, from “Students take a lot from He is most recently known world of television, it is Stark’s said, “We strongly encourage “Right now we’re seeing some Contributed photo Schroeck. day-cares to AIDS Ministries.” these trips. They are intense and for co-creating the ABC comedy unique career path that has left students to call and make an seasonal allergies and a lot of Cadet Jeff Allen directs fellow cadets at the Pride of PA ROTC Battalion lab on Sept. 8. “These breaks are designed to A second spring break alterna- are able to take you out of your “According to Jim.” the campus eager for his visit. appointment to see the nurses sinus infections. This will easily introduce us to different cultures tive is a trip to Fort Defi ance in comfort zone while simultane- But Stark is just as proud of It has particularly enthused or the doctor.” slide into more complex upper while doing service along with Arizona, which is scheduled for ously throwing you into another an accomplishment not as well those from the communication “We have a quick turn-around respiratory illnesses as the the Sisters of Mercy, and if you Feb. 23 to Mar. 1. culture,” Schroeck said of the known to television viewers. department, where many stu- time; anyone who calls Becky can weather gets colder.” ’Hurst cadets learn the ropes do enjoy your time at one of “Students will help with the alternative breaks. He is a graduate of Mercy- dents are involved and interested usually get in that same day to Sophomore Marta Baran has these events, there are opportu- education of the Navajo tribe She went on to say, “I think hurst College. in media and producing. see us or the next if it’s a special been feeling under the weather nities for extended service that through Sr. Michael’s Association that the experiences integrate Now Stark has a new journey Department Chair Dr. Anne request,” she said this past weekend and decided to By Kenneth Foster could last for a term or even an for Special Education (SMASE). education, spirituality and your in front of him; a visit to the city Zaphiris said, “Students who Contributing writer Senior Jenni Crist recently treat her own symptoms. entire year,” she added. They help with the environmen- mind in a way that puts you in he calls his hometown, Erie, Pa. are interested in television and went to the Health Center and As an international student The fi rst alternative break will tal problems that SMASE is touch with another unfamiliar His trip will take him to his fi lm will benefi t from hearing agreed with Dimperio about the from Poland, she has a few Mercyhurst College cadets in take place during Thanksgiving currently undertaking as well,” group.” alma mater, where he plans on an insider’s perspective to the staff ’s availability for appoint- treatments passed down to her the Pride of PA ROTC Battal- vacation. Schroeck said. If you are interested in partici- meeting with students and fac- business.” ments. through her culture. ion participated in their fi rst lab “We’ve wanted to make an She explained that many ac- pating in any of these alternative ulty at 8:15 p.m. on Thursday, Stark’s approach of sampling “I went there because they’re “I drink concentrated rasp- recently on Sept. 8. effort to help the victims of Hur- tivities will also be available for breaks, an informational meeting Sept. 27 in the Walker Recital different fi elds has also impacted always helpful,” she said. “Every berry juice that is diluted in hot Cadets from Penn State Beh- ricane Katrina,” Schroeck says students to enjoy in the sur- will be held on Sept. 27 at 8:15 Hall Mercyhurst students. time I’ve been sick I’ve gone over water or tea,” she said. “I try rend and Gannon University when asked about the Thanks- rounding area. p.m. in Hirt 305. All interested He will give an impromptu “I started my college career as there. I think the Health Center to use natural treatments when joined Mercyhurst cadets at the giving break option. Students will be encouraged to students are encouraged to at- discussion about his life in the an Anthropology major and now ladies are extremely sweet; they I can.” Picnic Pavilion on the Behrend Contributed photo Collin Hurley, an AmeriCorps visit the Navajo Museum, hike tend. land of Hollywood. I’m studying Public Relations,” fi t me in the other day right away Dimperio advised that stu- campus for the lab which was Mercyhurst cadets observed an Apache Helicopter on and VISTA member, along with the Canyon de Chelley and ex- Schroeck believes, “This expe- Stark will also be reaching out said junior Heather Schwager. so that the doctor could get me dents dress warm, cover their primarily an orientation. Sept. 8 at the Pride of PA ROTC Battalion lab. the entire VISTA program, is pereince other local attractions. rience could easily change your to students of the communica- “I like the fact that [Stark] was an antibiotic that I needed.” mouths and noses when they The orientation lab was an organizing the trip, which will If Thanksgiving and spring entire outlook on life.” tions department. able to become so successful just Students have to be assertive cough and get fl u shots. Flu shots introduction for all cadets for is all about,” said Allen. “Also, as well as traffi c fl owing through On Friday Stark will take part by trying new things. It lets me in assessing if they need to seek will be available in the middle to the upcoming year in the Pride the lab was a chance for the older Presque Isle. Many of the cadets in classes of the communica- know I don’t have to stick with professional medical treatment. end of October, depending on of PA ROTC Battalion. cadets to greet the incoming class also provided water at various tions department, where he will just one interest.” “If a student develops a sore when the vaccine arrives at the Cadets were able to observe and establish cohesion among locations throughout the course laker briefs observe and talk with students Most recently, Stark has throat or fever, etcetera, the best Health Center. an Apache (AH-64) Helicopter, the entire battalion.” for the runners. Gay-Straight Alliance Mocktails about his career. devoted much of his time to thing to do is start taking Ibu- Students who decide they need as well as a Stryker Armored The following day cadets in the The next event for cadets will Mercyhurst Gay-Straight Alliance will be having a Mexican Mocktail and Grey Anatomy Party! Come Like many on campus, Stark is fi lm writing. profen according to directions to visit the Health Center can fi nd Combat Vehicle. Afterwards ca- ROTC Battalion helped coordi- be a battalion run at Behrend on meet new people and enjoy great food! The party will be held Thursday September 27th at 8pm in looking forward to the trip. He wants the students with on the package and to gargle it at the south end of campus on dets enjoyed a delicious cookout nate operations and support for Friday, Sept. 28. the Shane Reading Room located in the Student Union. Also a reminder to all those interested, all “Coming to Erie brings back whom he visits to know achiev- salt water as often as possible,” Briggs Avenue in the townhouses and participated in a tug-of-war the 34th Annual Erie Marathon at This year, the ROTC Battalion GSA members and meetings are confi dential and safe. a lot of memories. Mercyhurst ing their ambitions is always Dimperio said. next to the bookstore. contest and some relays. Presque Isle. welcomes three new cadre mem- enriched my life not only aca- possible and that they can go far “If they do that for 24-48 Appointments can be made Cadet Jeff Allen, one of the Weather conditions for the bers, including Lieutenant Colo- Parent’s Weekend demically but also spiritually and with smiles on their faces hours and symptoms don’t disap- by calling x2431. The services seniors helping lead the ROTC race were horrid and unfortu- nel Ron Swift, Master Sergeant Mercyhurst welcomes students’ families to campus for annual Parents Weekend Sept. 28-30. Games taught me its okay to be funny,” “Be funny, and people will be pear or get worse, then they need of the Health Center are free of Battalion, commented on the nately the Erie Marathon cham- Ryan Pschigoda and the new and activities will be provided. he said. drawn to you,” he said. “Also, to see us. The exception would charge and students are encour- orientation lab. pion, Kevin Pool barely missed Professor of Military Science, And it’s just that, being funny, follow your goals; they will lead be severe headache, if they can’t ages to utilize the center. “I think the lab was an excel- qualifying for the Marathon Major Michael Wright. 9/11 Survivor Speaks which has proven to suit him you to lots of opportunities.” their move neck or if they have They are also available to all lent opportunity for the new Olympic Trials, running a 2:25:29 If interested in learning more Michael Hingson survived the 9/11 tragedy thanks to his guide dog Roselle. He will share his well. For more information about severe vomiting or diarrhea.” registered students who have cadets and non-contracted cadets on the 26.2 mile course. about the Pride of PA Battal- story at Mercyhurst on Thursday, Sept. 27, at 8:15 p.m. in the Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts It was while working at a Jonathan Stark’s visit, please Sophomore Sara Norris said completed health forms on fi le to get a fi rst hand look at what the Cadets helped direct the mara- ion, contact Major Dunlavey at Center (PAC). summer camp in Kingston, Ny. contact Steve Zinram at (814) that she has only visited the in the Health Center offi ce. Pride of Pennsylvania Battalion thon participants on the course [email protected]. -lakernet.mercyhurst.edu that he found himself drifting 824-3023. PAGE 6 FEATURES Sept. 26, 2007 I Food Fix With Meg ERI Who doesn’t love quesadil- make a grilled pita. There are las? so many ways to be creative in They are so easy to make and the kitchen and change recipes

Contributed photo so good to eat. to your liking. Steel City Pizza and Sandwich Co. serves up famous subs. A creative option is to throw If you would like to avoid leftovers into the tortilla to dirtying dishes, use a George make it original. Foreman grill. Show your Steelers pride at Steel City Whether it is steak, chicken, Once the grill is hot, fi ll the seafood or just veggies, quesa- tortilla with the ingredients of Browns t-shirt. cheese and, of course, slaw and dillas taste great. your choice, fold it in half and By Shelley Turk Opened in 1999, “there is French fries. Also if you don’t really like warm the center. Staff writer no SUBstitute” for the quality “That was the best sandwich Mexican food, change the Enjoy! ingredients and fl avor that is to get me ready for today’s recipe to fi t your tastes. Watch out, Erie. F ootball in the menu items at Steel City, Browns game. I’m so glad I Put in turkey and veggies to -Meghan Dolney Sunday is here. especially the sandwiches. stopped in to check it out,” Browns, Steelers and Bills Steel City is known for its Wayner said. fans share the stage in the Erie award-winning 14-inch hoagies Steel City’s menu also in- area and root for their favorite with fl avors including roasted cludes Fresh Dough Pizzas Chicken Quesadillas teams. turkey, hot pastrami, tuna, veg- starting at $7.49 for a 12-inch, Steel City Pizza and Sandwich etarian and 43 other options. calzones, wedgies, wings by the Co. is a tribute to Pittsburgh Whole hoagies are priced pound, pepperoni balls, salads Ingredients fans from all over, but their at $5.85 and half orders are and appetizers. service is dedicated to fans of $3.85. The Erie restaurant favorite 1 lb. chicken, cooked and shredded all sports teams. John Wayner, Browns fan and includes a sit-down dining area 5 large tortillas Walking up to the establish- senior at Mercyhurst College, and is open until 10 pm and 2 ½ cup shredded Mexican cheese ment, located on Peach Street prefers the Pittsburgh-Style am on Friday and Saturday. in the Peach Tree Plaza, the Sandwich that cost him $4.99. If driving is an issue or you ½ onion, chopped and diced memorabilia of black and gold This favorite is similar to the just can’t miss a play during the ½ pepper, diced was all around me. Famous Permanti Brothers big game, delivery is available 1 cup salsa Nontheless I was impressed Sandwich; it is made with thick for orders over $7.00, along Vegetable oil with the warm welcome and sliced Italian bread topped with with a delivery charge that var- service, despite my Cleveland your choice of meat, provolone ies by location. Directions Get to know... 1.) Heat a very small amount of oil in the bottom of a large skillet. When Name: Matthew Tolbert the oil is hot, place one tortilla in the Year: Junior Major: Former Music major, hoping to change to pan. Intelligence Studies 2.) On top of the tortilla layer as Hometown - Meadville, Pa. much of each ingredient as you would Favorite thing about Mercyhurst: Friendly peopl like on one side of the tortilla shell. and a beautiful campus Least favorite thing about Mercyhurst: I t’s in 3.) When the tortilla is browned Erie. on the bottom and the ingredients Campus activities: Student-run musical, Easystreet, are heated, fold the empty half of the and operas Matthew Tolbert tortilla over the stuffi ng. PAGE 6 FEATURES Sept. 26, 2007 Sept. 26, 2007 FEATURES PAGE 7

I Food Fix Laker Fall Term Inn With Meg Dinner: Galley Grill S-Grilled Chicken Sandwich Who doesn’t love quesadil- make a grilled pita. There are ERI M- Mushroom & Swiss Burger las? so many ways to be creative in Lunch: T- Crab Cake Sandwich They are so easy to make and the kitchen and change recipes M-Pierogies Contributed photo so good to eat. to your liking. W- Ziti with Red Sauce T- Taco Salad Steel City Pizza and Sandwich Co. serves up famous subs. A creative option is to throw If you would like to avoid Th- Steak Sandwich www.victoriassecret.com W- BBQ Rib Sandwich leftovers into the tortilla to dirtying dishes, use a George F- French Dip Sandwich make it original. Foreman grill. Victoria’s Secret’s PINK label is a favorite for students. Th- Chicken Patty Sandwich S - Finger Sub Show your Steelers pride at Steel City Whether it is steak, chicken, Once the grill is hot, fi ll the F- Sizzle Salad seafood or just veggies, quesa- tortilla with the ingredients of S- Southwest Burger Browns t-shirt. cheese and, of course, slaw and dillas taste great. your choice, fold it in half and Pink is the new black By Shelley Turk Opened in 1999, “there is French fries. Also if you don’t really like warm the center. tising” on clothing is not new. Hours of Operation: Staff writer no SUBstitute” for the quality “That was the best sandwich Mexican food, change the Enjoy! By Sandy Watro As we all know, Abercrombie Board Specials Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m. Staff writer ingredients and fl avor that is to get me ready for today’s recipe to fi t your tastes. and Fitch has long capitalized Lunch $4.75 Saturday 1:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. Watch out, Erie. F ootball in the menu items at Steel City, Browns game. I’m so glad I Put in turkey and veggies to -Meghan Dolney on this advertising element. Dinner $5.50 Sunday is here. especially the sandwiches. stopped in to check it out,” Attention college students: PINK’s original price was Sunday 5:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. Browns, Steelers and Bills Steel City is known for its Wayner said. If you want to be “in,” wear $29.99 in 2004. As of present, fans share the stage in the Erie award-winning 14-inch hoagies Steel City’s menu also in- pink. the merchandise ranges from area and root for their favorite with fl avors including roasted cludes Fresh Dough Pizzas Chicken Quesadillas PINK by Victoria’s Secret has $28.50 up to the “Bling Classic Laker Express teams. turkey, hot pastrami, tuna, veg- starting at $7.49 for a 12-inch, made millions on the invest- Pants” which break the bank Sandwiches, Wraps, Steel City Pizza and Sandwich etarian and 43 other options. calzones, wedgies, wings by the ment and expansion of its line at $68.50. Co. is a tribute to Pittsburgh Whole hoagies are priced pound, pepperoni balls, salads Ingredients of knitted sweats, graphic tees, This year PINK has intro- Look for Laker Express Salads, Ready Made fans from all over, but their at $5.85 and half orders are and appetizers. hoodies, backpacks, stuffed duced “skinny” and “boy- Minute Meals! Dinners service is dedicated to fans of $3.85. The Erie restaurant favorite 1 lb. chicken, cooked and shredded animals, lingerie, bras, footwear friend” cuts to all of their all sports teams. John Wayner, Browns fan and includes a sit-down dining area 5 large tortillas and bathing suits, as well as clothing, which is nice because Board Equivalency Available: Walking up to the establish- senior at Mercyhurst College, and is open until 10 pm and 2 ½ cup shredded Mexican cheese basically anything else that can students cannot wear tight fi t- ment, located on Peach Street prefers the Pittsburgh-Style am on Friday and Saturday. be marketed to young female ting sweats after devouring a 11:30 a.m.-8:00p.m. in the Peach Tree Plaza, the Sandwich that cost him $4.99. If driving is an issue or you ½ onion, chopped and diced college students. sizzling salad loaded with ranch memorabilia of black and gold This favorite is similar to the just can’t miss a play during the ½ pepper, diced PINK began in 2004 with a dressing. Hours of Operation: was all around me. Famous Permanti Brothers big game, delivery is available 1 cup salsa basic collection of brightly col- “I love the PINK line,” said Board Specials Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Nontheless I was impressed Sandwich; it is made with thick for orders over $7.00, along Vegetable oil ored sweatpants that resembled junior Marissa Anne Davitt. “It Friday 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. with the warm welcome and sliced Italian bread topped with with a delivery charge that var- a simple model that can be is perfect for the college life- Lunch $4.75 Saturday & Sunday Closed service, despite my Cleveland your choice of meat, provolone ies by location. found at retailers like K-Mart style because it’s comfortable Dinner $5.50 Directions for $3.99. yet stylish, so it feels like you’re These recently revamped not wearing sweats.” 1.) Heat a very small amount of oil sweats’ main selling feature The recent addition of the Special Features Get to know... was, and still is, the logo PINK, “boyfriend” cut, which runs at in the bottom of a large skillet. When plastered in a bright contrast- $44.50, is a bit larger than the Subconnection Wrap combo-Veggie $5.59 Name: Matthew Tolbert the oil is hot, place one tortilla in the ing color to the ever-popular other tightly fi tted zip ups and other wraps $5.79 Year: Junior hindquarters region. hoodies, and it’s length grazes 6” Sub $3.75 Combo $4.75 ‘Wrap It Yourself’- Veggie $3.99 Major: Former Music major, hoping to change to pan. Alex Nees Van Baalen, a the mid thigh area. Intelligence Studies 2.) On top of the tortilla layer as junior fashion major, expressed PINK also has many other 12”Sub $5.75 Combo $6.75 other wraps $ 4.19 Hometown - Meadville, Pa. much of each ingredient as you would his objection to PINK under wardrobing options other than Favorite thing about Mercyhurst: Friendly peopl the grounds of fashion creativ- the classic capri sweat pants, like on one side of the tortilla shell. Hours of Operation: and a beautiful campus ity and marketing. including hooded sweatshirts 3.) When the tortilla is browned “There are no inherent design in different fi ts. Baja and Buffalo Chicken Subs: Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.-9:00p.m. Least favorite thing about Mercyhurst: I t’s in elements to these pieces; they PINK has captivated college 6” Sub $4.00 Combo $5.25 Erie. on the bottom and the ingredients Saturday 1:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. are simply a marketing element, females across the globe, but 12” Sub $6.00 Combo $ 7.00 Campus activities: Student-run musical, Easystreet, are heated, fold the empty half of the as their main selling point is the before you shell out another Sunday 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. and operas tortilla over the stuffi ng. logo PINK across the back- $39.50, think about whose Matthew Tolbert side,” he said. advertising space your posterior The use of rear side “adver- is really fulfi lling. PAGE 8 FEATURES Sept. 26, 2007 Jaws exhibit takes a bite out of Mercyhurst

duced last year, as a gift from Senior Kristin Drake agrees By Shannon Kelley Michael and Barbara Sincak, to that the exhibit will fascinate Staff writer Mercyhurst. many students and faculty. The couple has spent 20 years “It sounds like there is a lot to Following last year’s Tyran- traveling the world to gather see. The dinosaur egg sounds nosaurus Rex skull, Mercyhurst specimens. really cool,” she said. College will debut a set of shark The Sincaks are also intro- The second annual natural jaws this week in Cummings ducing a freestanding, virtual history exhibit will run from Art Gallery. cast of a saber-toothed cat, a Sept. 27 to Oct. 17. Senior Cassandra Meier is fossilized elephant specimen All students and faculty are one student who is defi nitely and a dinosaur egg. encouraged and welcome to planning to stop by and see Michael Sincak said in a press attend. the jaws. release from the college that Due to the amount of people “I went last year to see the T- Mercyhurst “...seemed like a that came to view the exhibit Rex because I thought it would setting that would nurture and last year, normal gallery hours be cool, but it sounds like they celebrate a collection like ours. are being extended during the have a lot more to see this year,” And, maybe just maybe, it will exhibit’s stay. she said. stir in someone their life’s call- Special tours for students are The collection was intro- ing.” also available. Scoot Williams photo Cummings Art Gallery is home to the natural history exhibit. Facebook aids travel Mercyhurst’s Annual a place previously visited by a By Chris James friend. Staff writer “I haven’t really used this to infl uence my trips, but I can Study Abroad One thing that is a guaranteed see how it could be useful to similarity between college stu- do so,” said one Mercyhurst dents is Facebook. student. Night The social networking site has Another similar Facebook been popular since its creation feature is called “Cities I’ve Wednesday, October 24th three years ago by students at Visited.” 8:00p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Harvard University and is now Instead of selecting only Zurn Hall, Room 114. one of the easiest ways to keep the state or country that one track of both the friends left has visited, users can type in For more information contact behind from high school and the city’s name and then the Eric Evans the new ones made in college. application fi nds the location in the International Student Center In addition, Facebook has automatically. added thousands of free appli- A zoom feature helps users to cations created by others, many get the names of nearby places, of which can be used for more and a sidebar gives the name of than just entertainment. other popular areas nearby. One such application, titled “The Facebook applications “Where I’ve Been,” has become are pretty cool,” said senior one of the most popular Face- Danny O’Shurak. “It’s inter- book applications since its esting to see where all of my introduction just this past friends have been.” June. To make planning trips even The feature allows users to easier, the application includes see the places that they have a link to Tripadvisor.com, been, would like to go or have which allows users to view lived during their lifetime. and read comments on other This can help others who traveler’s activities, fl ights and are thinking about traveling to hotel experiences. Sept. 26, 2007 FEATURES PAGE 9 Student wins second place in writing competition

By Jen Gildea Features editor

Watch out Marg Helgen- berger, there’s a new crime scene investigator in town. Mercyhurst College senior Audry Passetti recently received second place in a student paper award during the annual meet- ing of the Northeastern Asso- ciation of Criminal Justice Sciences, which were held in Bristol, RI, this past June. Audry Passetti As a forensic chemistry and toxicology major, as well as award of $100 and a year mem- a Research Assistant for the bership to NEACJS. department, Passetti has always “I felt ecstatic and overjoyed found herself interested in to have received that honor,” television crime programs like Passetti said. “CSI: Crime Scene Investiga- And although she notes that tion.” she “felt a little out of place in Her paper for the conference, the world of criminal justice” titled “Jurors and Scientifi c Evi- at fi rst, especially since she has dence: What do Judges Think never even taken a criminal About the CSI Effect?,” was justice course, Passetti said that a study of whether or not the she made many friends at the CSI Effect affects jurors’ deci- conference. sion making. Her “fi ngers are crossed” to “In general, dramatized court win in an additional NEACJS and crime shows are giving paper conference in the near false portrayals of our justice future. system and this could cause Dr. Peter Benekos, Passet- adverse infl uence in the court- ti’s reasearch advisor noted room,” Passetti said. the importance of Passetti’s Passetti’s research consisted accomplishment. of a questionnaire that was “Audry’s award is well distributed to the nine Erie deserved,” Benekos said. “ It County Court of Common refl ects the superior quality of Plea Judges. her work and the timeliness of Of the eight judges that her research topic. Audry took responded, Passetti used the advantage of the program and scale-based questions to create demonstrated that she is a con- a formula, which gave each scientious and serious-minded judge a score. student.” After analyzing her fi ndings, As for the future, Passetti Passetti concluded that the says that she does not have majority of judges felt there any plans on becoming “one was at least some infl uence of of those CSI people,” as many crime shows on jurors. people initially asked her. Passetti’s fi ndings took her to Instead, Passetti is in search the Bristol conference, where of a graduate school and hopes she received the second place to receive her Master’s degree award, as well as a monetary in biology. PAGE 10 FEATURES Sept. 26, 2007 Gamers swarm for release of Halo 3 they’re playing is Halo.” By Joshua Wilwohl A press release issued by Editor-in-chief Microsoft said, “More than 1.5 million copies of Halo 3 Professors should prepare sold before the game released, to miss a few students in class making this the fasting pre-sell- this week. It’s not due to any ing game in history, surpassing bug, but more because of an the previous record-setting addiction. pre-sales of Halo 2.” Halo 3, the fi nal saga of the Randy Douglas, a student of much-anticipated Halo series, Conneaut Ohio High School, released Tuesday with lines of waited since 1 p.m. Monday to more than 100 people outside get his copy of the game. Game Stop stores in Erie, Pa. “I love Halo,” he said. “It’s Store Manager Sheridan Fas- the best game in the world.” sett of Game Stop, 920 Mill- Douglas sports a “Halo” creek Mall, said the new sci-fi tattoo on his arm. game will keep players hooked “All other games in the world to the screen. are either realistic or not at all,” “It’s literally the Yankees of he said. “This (Halo) is the fi rst person shooters,” he said. happy medium and it’s so popu- “The appeal to it (the game) is lar it brings people together.” also the sci-fi story.” Mercyhurst College Alumnus Scoot Williams photo Mercyhurst College senior Jimmy Ditzler said he’s never Halo players anxiously wait in line Monday night for the release of the game’s third edition. John Otto said he’s addicted to seen any videogame that com- the Halo series. pares to Halo. “The online play is just so “It’s absolutely amazing,” he easily accessible and it’s easy said. “It has the greatest multi- to get into it,” he said. “When player of all time.” Earn Something Special I first got an Xbox the first Ditzler said he called off game I got was Halo 2 and it work Tuesday to play the game. At Someplace Special launched my Halo career.” “I’m going to play all day,” he Spring Break Travel, Mercyhurst College sopho- said. Holiday Gifts, more Angela Kaminski said she Shift Manager and Edinboro Tuition And Textbooks does not own an Xbox, but is University junior Opy Phane of addicted to Halo. EB Games, 310 Millcreek Mall, A team from Blair Customer Services will and Orchard Brands’ customers across the be at Mercyhurst College from 10 a.m. country and guide them through the ordering “I pay for Xbox live to play agrees with Ditzler. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 4, in the process. Halo, and I don’t even own an “The multiplayer – it’s a good Student Union to explain the benefi ts of Xbox,” she said. stress reliever,” he said. “It’s an part-time employment as a Blair customer service representative. Team members Game Stop District Manager awesome game and you never will be able to answer your questions, Matt Bragg, who runs the four get bored.” take applications, and help you explore stores in Erie, said he can’t The Microsoft press release the possibilities that can be yours at Blair. At Blair, our customer service representatives Students who complete an employment enjoy: quite pinpoint a reason for states there are three editions application will be entered in a drawing to • Competitive pay rate of $8.51 per hour the game’s popularity, but said of the game: A standard edition win an iPod Shuffl e. • Discounts at Orchard Brands he too can’t get away from its at $59.99, a limited edition for companies, including Blair, Appleseeds, Blair’s merger with Orchard Norm Thompson Outfi tters, Sahalie, addiction. $69.99 and a legendary edition Brands has increased Solutions, Haband, The Tog Shop, and “I wish I can put my fi nger on at $129.99. opportunities for area Draper’s & Damon’s it,” he said. “I’ve lost years of “The legendary edition will college students to earn • Consideration for fulltime extra money through employment my life to this game.” be released in limited quantities evening and weekend • Short-term commitment with Assistant Store Manager Paul and arrive in a highly collect- work as seasonal opportunities for continued employment Swiderski of Game Stop, 505 ible Spartan helmet case, along customer service following peak seasons representatives at • Flexible work schedules Millcreek Mall, said the Halo with two bonus discs full of our call centers. Our • Modern, pleasant offi ce environments series is a defi nitive Xbox title. exclusive content,” states the customer service “Halo is just like a franchise,” representatives If the opportunity to earn some extra money release. receive this school year is appealing, consider the he said. “If you go to any col- The standard edition is only telephone opportunities at Blair’s Erie Customer Service lege dorm, the biggest game the game. orders from Blair Center. EOE Sept. 26, 2007 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT PAGE 11 tHe BuZz OCT. 4. Phillips, Craig and Dean. First Assembly of God, Erie.

OCT. 11. The Misfits. Cellblock, Erie. $20. On sale now at www.eerie- horrorfest.com.

OCT. 17. Type O Nega- tive. Town Ballroom, Buffalo.

OCT. 18. The Wiggles. Tullio Arena, Erie. Contributed photo Contributed photo David Fumero and Kim Shaw sit side-by-side in the fi lm. David Fumero talks with Paul Sorvino. OCT. 19. Wilco.A.J. Palumbo Center, Pitts- burgh. Roadhouse to host fi lm festival OCT. 24. Lecture. Ira Glass, David Rakoff. “ It will be fun and exciting. I of a girl who loses her father. her,” Fumero said. Ohio Theatre, Cleve- By Nicole Cerilli will like it,” she said. She eventually gets caught in an Chwerchak describes the fi lm land. A&E editor Mercyhurst senior Julianne underground poker scene and as “a coming-of-age tale in the Flesher agrees. fi nds out who she really is. vein of classic 80’s coming-of- OCT. 27. Blue Rodeo. Up-and-coming Hollywood “I think it was a fabulous show Fumero, who plays the role age fi lms like ‘Dirty Dancing’ Beachland Ballroom, actors and actresses will show a and that it will make an even of Cristian Vega on ABC’s and ‘Mystic Pizza.’ ” Cleveland. feature fi lm at the Great Lakes better movie,” said Flesher. “One Life to Live,” stars in “We like to think of it as a Independent Film Festival at Mercyhurst junior Jackie “Greetings from the Shore” little nautical fairytale,” he said. OCT. 31. Jon McLaugh- the Roadhouse Theatre for Koehler said that she hopes the as the man with whom Shaw’s Chwerchak, whose family is lin. House of Blues Contemporary Art. fi lm is as clever as the show. character falls in love. from Pittsburgh, said that the (Cambridge Room), The feature fi lm, “Greetings In regard to “Greetings from This is Fumero’s fi rst feature. fi lm has lots of “Pennsylvania Cleveland. from the Shore,” stars Kim the Shore,” Shaw said that she is During the 26-day shoot on connections.” Shaw, David Fumero, Paul incredibly proud of the fi lm and the Jersey shore, Fumero lived “I am curious to see how NOV. 1. Pete Francis, Sorvino and Jay O. Sanders, that she is excited for people with the male actors from the people from Pennsylvania react Eric Hutchinson. House and is directed by director Greg across the country to see it. cast in order to build stronger to a fi lm shot on the Jersey of Blues, Cleveland. Chwerchak. “It was my fi rst feature and personal relationships with Shore,” he said. “Greetings from the Shore” I had an amazing experience. them. “Greetings from the Shore” NOV. 1. Nickel Creek. marks the debut for the fi lm’s The cast really took me under Chwerchak said that it is rare premiered three weeks ago at the Carnegie Music Hall, lead, Shaw, who recently landed their wings, and the crew taught for professional actors to want Montreal World Film Festival, Homestead. a role in the “Sex and the City” me what I needed to know to live together, but that it was but this is its fi rst showing in fi lm. about the behind-the-scenes of benefi cial for the fi lm. Pennsylvania. NOV. 4. Bruce Spring- Chwerchak said that although a fi lm.” There are improvisational The Film Festival runs from steen and the E Street “Kim downplays it, she is a huge Fresh out of the American moments in the fi lm that worked Thursday, Sept. 27 through Band. Quicken Loans star in the making.” Academy for Dramatic Arts because the cast members got to Sunday, Sept 30. Arena, Cleveland. Shaw said that she is excited in New York City, Shaw was know each other so well. “Greetings from the Shore” about “Sex and the City” chosen for the lead role from Fumero said about the fi lm, will screen Friday at 9 p.m. at NOV. 8. Blue Man becoming a fi lm and she looks hundreds of actresses in New “It is a movie that everybody the Roadhouse Theatre for Group: “How to be a forward to being a part of it. York. should see. I consider it to be Contemporary Art at 145 West Megastar 2.1.” Mercyhurst senior Monica “We really took a chance on a chick-fl ick, but if a guy goes 11th. St. in Erie. Porostosky also looks forward her, but she was vivacious and with his girlfriend to see the Tickets can be purchased Courtesy of Goerie.com to “Sex and the City” being amazing,” said Chwerchak. movie, I have a feeling that he by calling the Roadhouse box produced as a fi lm. In the fi lm Shaw plays the role might laugh even more than offi ce at 814-873-5069. PAGE 12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Sept. 26, 2007

Photo courtesy of the PAC Ballet Folklórico dancers perform Mexican celebrations. Dancers return to PAC Tickets are $40 and include By Megan O’Hare complimentary beverages. Seat- Staff writer ing is limited for La Comida de México. After 10 years, Ballet Ballet Folklórico was founded Scoot Williams photo Contributed photo Folklórico de México makes its in 1952 by dancer and chore- Ryan Kerr and Trevor Sones are cast members of “Thoroughly Modern Millie.” triumphant return to the PAC ographer Amalia Hernández. with a cast of 75 musicians and She created Ballet Folklórico de dancers to perform traditional México to capture the rich danc- Playhouse showcases ’Hurst talent Mexican celebrations. ing traditions of Mexico. dancing, and acting talents. Mercyhurst dance rehearsals. Their full-throttle choreog- The Los Angeles Times By Ashley Pastor Kerr began rehearsing for the Mercyhurst English professor Staff writer raphy brings to life the colorful described Ballet Folklórico’s production at the end of July. Diane Harner also performes a mythical and modern stories of performances as “passionate… Kerr said it was “a loud and lead role. Mexico in dazzling movement, impeccable…an incomparable Two Mercyhurst College hectic experience,” because “Students should come to lavish costumes and magnifi - spot to enter to the richness of students and a Mercyhurst the cast had to rehearse during see the performance and take cent music. a fabulous culture.” professor share their talent renovations to the Playhouse. advantage of the opportunities According to The Tribune in As of 2005, Ballet Folklórico with the Erie community in the Kerr, an Erie native, has like this in Erie. There are things San Diego, “The Ballet gave us a de México performed 53,000 production of “Thoroughly performed with the Playhouse to do in Erie,” said Kerr. romantic and hallucinating ver- shows for over 22 million Modern Millie” at the Erie since fourth grade. The performances will be sion of the history and culture people. The ballet has also per- Playhouse. Last year, Kerr was involved held for the next two weeks, at of México, composed by an formed in more than 100 inter- “Thoroughly Modern Millie” in the Mercyhurst production the Erie Playhouse. Tickets can intense colour, stylized move- national tours in 60 countries is a Tony award winning musical of “Bye Bye Birdie.” be purchased onine or by calling ment and mariachi music.” and 300 cities worldwide. about a small-town girl with big- Also avid in the theater in 814-454-2852. A special event before the As a result of its huge success town ambition. high school, Kerr boasts an performance will be La Comida Ballet Folklórico de México has This colorful, lively musical impressive resume including de México. received more than 200 awards, intertwines singing, music, and productions such as “Carousel,” STSTRAVEL.COM Known for its use of bold including the Tiffany Award dancing. and “Godspell.” Join America’s#1 fl avors, bountiful colors and in 1992, which is the greatest Mercyhurst sophomore Sophomore dance major Student Tour Operator fresh herbs and salsas, authentic distinction given by the Inter- performer Ryan Kerr says the Trevor Sones is performing Mexican cuisine is an art form national Society of Managers 1920’s musical is “a classical with the Playhouse for the of its own. of Interpretative Arts in New musical.” fi rst time in the production of Under the direction of Chef York. “The production is a lot “Thoroughly Modern Millie.” Magalhaes C.E.P. C., the culinary The Ballet, which has been of fun,” said sophomore “I hope to someday dance and management students of called “a fi rework on its rhythms performer Trevor Sones, who on Broadway, and I think this the Hotel Restaurant and Insti- and it’s colors” by Le Figaro will was contacted by the Playhouse musical is a good experience,” CANCUN,ACAPULCO, JAMAICA, tutional Management program perform on Wednesday, Sep- to take part in the performance. said Sones. BAHAMAS, PUERTO VALLARTA, will offer a six-course meal tember 26 at 7:30 p.m. in the Fellow student Ryan Kerr, a His role entails tap dancing in SOUTHPADRE,FLORIDA,CRUISES exploring the distinctive tastes PAC. veteran of the Playhouse, told the chorus. of Mexican cuisine. Tickets for Ballet Folklórico the theater of Sones’s talent. In preparation for the Sell Trips, Earn Cash STUDENT &Travel Free TRAVEL The dinner will be held on de México are $15.00 for Mer- Kerr plays the role of Jimmy performance, Sones has www.ststravel.com SERVICES campus in the Grotto Dining cyhurst College students with Smith in “Thoroughly Modern rehearsed almost every night 1-800-648-4849 Hall, beginning at 5:00 p.m. ID (one ticket per ID). Millie,” showcasing his singing, since August, on top of www.ststravel.com Sept. 26, 2007 OPINION PAGE 13 Merciad should be more Slouching towards Bethlehem

much purpose past the phase eliminated at home, the same exist the study of Western cul- By Ellen By Keith of high school. Mercyhurst stu- Nemeth techniques will be exported ture must be taught. By focusing Koenig dents have a lot of experience abroad. only on practical skills, we have Staff writer Staff writer & and even more stories to share political analyst Orestes Brownson, a politi- lost the ability to know what it with their schoolmates. cal thinker in the 1800s, was means to be an American. Mercyhurst acclaims itself Unless one of the athletic a proponent of the modest The ultimate goal of humani- to be a liberal arts school with teams is doing community out- With the right set of eyes, republic. He believed that every tarianism is to not contain evil, an “appreciation for the dignity reach, please widen the view so one can see the high-water mark nation has been given a mission but to destroy it. During this of work and a commitment to the community may read sto- where the tide that was once by Providence, its completion fi ght against evil, more authority serving others,” according to ries that are somewhat off the the American republic broke being the ultimate purpose. The must be given to government, a the college’s mission statement. beaten track. and slowly descended into an goal of the modest republic is to practice not consistent with a However after a recent con- The reporting should be more empire. In the past, America produce an example of a com- republic but an empire. It is this versation with friends, the real- synced with the school’s overall championed the role of the monwealth where order and thinking that allowed President ization that the Merciad has message, with a true emphasis modest republic. freedom exist in a healthy bal- Bush to declare that he will recently been running pages of on commitment to others and Its purpose was to try and ance. This nation will not force destroy evil in the world. sports stories ranging in detail developing the whole person, contain evil while propound- its nature on others, but be an The empire is what we about the football team and not simply their physical ability. ing a government based upon example instead. have descended into and only wins and losses of every sport. On this same note I encour- ordered liberty. For this type of modest through the realization of what As such, there are many sto- age students, staff and faculty With the death of the repub- republic to exist, it must be cul- we have become may we be ries within the Mercyhurst com- to share ideas for stories or hap- lic, the crusading empire has tivated within society. able to change our heading and munity that go unnoted. penings around campus. taken its place, whose purpose Walter Lippmann, a politi- return to a realistic nation, not I would like to see more print Please contribute an article is to demonstrate that evil can cal journalist, argued that for one drunk on impractical ideal- time given to these efforts. to the Merciad; help us mix it be conquered. Once it has been a modern democratic state to istic delusions. There are more students who up. Overall the paper is a great are not affi liated with sports that resource. would like to see their interests More of the Mercyhurst represented by the school. community should be using it Instead of writing articles that to connect to students and staff sound redundant, naming the alike. same sports stars every week, Ask yourself, “What would there should be more cover- you like to read about?” age of academic achievements, study abroad experiences and Joshua Wilwohl Editor-in-Chief [email protected] community service accomplish- MATH LAB Katie Diley Managing Editor [email protected] ments. Amy Zielinski & Casey Greene News Editors [email protected] Or, if there is a need for Located in the Jen Gildea Features Editor [email protected] sports coverage, send a reporter Merissa Frank Opinion Editor [email protected] over to the intramural leagues Library 304 A & B Chris Davis & Brittany Jackett Sports Editors [email protected] and cover students about whom Nicole Cerilli A&E [email protected] we usually do not read. On that Scoot Williams Photographer [email protected] same respect, I would like to see OPEN: Tiffany Cook Production Editors [email protected] more cohesion between MSG Sundays Leslie Ruchala Advertising Manager [email protected] and the newspaper. through Noelle Lelakus Copy Editor [email protected] This is a great outlet for stu- Lenore Skomal Advisor [email protected] dent government to reach stu- Thursdays dents and let us know what is The Merciad is the student-produced newspaper of Mercyhurst College. happening at the weekly meet- It is published throughout the school year, with the exception of fi nals ings and events. Departments CALL: week. Our offi ce is in Hirt, Room 120B. could easily contribute about Ext: 2078 Our telephone number is 824-2376. upcoming events and ongoing For exact hours research. Perhaps in next week’s paper The Merciad welcomes letters to the editor. All letters must be signed students would rather read TUTORIAL HELP and names will be included with the letters. Although we will not edit the about visiting alumni and cur- FOR ALL YOU letters for content, we reserve the right to trim letters to fi t. Letters are rent students’ accomplishments due the Thursday before publication and may not be longer than rather than the homecoming MATH NEEDS! 300 words. Submit letters to box PH 485. court, which does not serve PAGE 14 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Sept. 26, 2007 Reaction to Teri Rhodes coverage The Good, in public for everyone to see. How does Mercyhurst prevent By Travis Jessick We all know what she did was By Stephanie Carideo this from happening again? the Bad & Contributing writer Contributing writer wrong, but don’t throw salt in Unless Mercyhurst makes the wound by bashing her with positive changes, I fear there the Ugly I am extremely upset with other students cruel remarks. I think the real tragedy, will be another Teri Rhodes and what the Merciad put in the paper Put yourself in her shoes and besides the obvious, is that as dead baby. about the Teri Rhodes case. think about how you would feel a student at a Catholic college If all else fails, my husband The Good I understand that it was a big if you read in the college paper she, Teri Rhodes, did not feel and I will take the results of news story and it involved one about your mistakes. she could talk to someone about your unwanted pregnancy. Homecoming week- of our students. I agree that her The facts are clear that what her condition. I know plenty of others who end holds the promise of actions were awful and I think she did was wrong, but when Are we as Catholics pro-life would do the same. watching your classmates that she should be punished, you put other people’s opinions or not? God Bless Teri, the father, stuff themselves with tons but she was also my friend. in there, it’s just mean. I hope What are we promoting or their families and the little baby of food. As a friend it disgusts me that you people re-think your next not promoting? girl who will never get to grow you think you have the right to decision about what you do Is there something the school up. Tailgating has offi cially put other people’s opinions in with another sensitive case like is lacking? I’m praying for you all. been sanctioned. the Merciad about such a sensi- this. Just to let you know, it’s not tive case. only my voice that in this letter, Even though fall has offi - We all have our own opinions. it is also my fellow students who cially started, the weather is My problem is those comments think what you did was totally Student relates to last still sunny and warm. are hurtful and cruel to be put unnecessary. week’s bed bug concerns The Bad

because of the fact that I was a It’s almost time for mid- By Connie Morrison scared freshman and this was Contributing writer terms. my fi rst impression of Mercy- hurst. HBO broadcasted a Last year as a freshman living While I realized that there show called Sex and the in Baldwin Hall, I experienced is not much the school can do City. The Monday Morn- bed bugs in my room, and let about the fact that they had bed ing and the press release me tell you it was a disaster! bugs, I was not impressed at all on the Web site are adver- The issue started the fi rst with Mr. Moore. tising a show called Sex in week of school and no serious In this article, you quote him the City. action was taken until we left saying, “When we receive reports for Thanksgiving break after the of this nature, we assume the The Merciad got caught fi rst term. worst and we address the prob- in the act. We spelled “sus- I think it was a little ridicu- lem immediately.” pension” wrong on last lous that it took that long for My parents were just as out- week’s cover. something to happen, especially raged as I was that nothing was done right away for me, so fi nally my step-dad made a call The Ugly Student to the school. The day I left for break, Mr. Time to clean that moldy Apartments Moore met with us and basically mess in your apartment. told us that there was no way I It’s Parents Weekend. One Four and One Two had bed bugs, when it was very Bedroom Apts. clear that I did. The vending machines in Includes Gas, Water, I even saw the nurse at the the Hirt center are “offl ine” and are rejecting cash. Sewerage, Garbage, health center about the bites and had done my research Street Parking. online to learn what to look for, I could have written him a Please e-mail any suggetions to $350 per student per 10 page paper with everything [email protected]. month. to know about bed bugs. I was The GB&U is a compilation of Contact Matt Larson just very upset with the way he student opinions. at and Reslife handled the whole 814-873-5814 situatuion. PAGE 14 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Sept. 26, 2007 Sept. 26, 2007 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR PAGE 15 Reaction to Teri Rhodes coverage The Good, Readers respond to ResLife editorial in public for everyone to see. How does Mercyhurst prevent By Travis Jessick We all know what she did was By Stephanie Carideo this from happening again? the Bad & Contributing writer Contributing writer wrong, but don’t throw salt in Unless Mercyhurst makes Read the handbook to avoid trouble Take responsibility the wound by bashing her with positive changes, I fear there the Ugly dealt from the Erie PD. By Jim Rudisill adage “treat others as you want same common goal. By Dan Dennehy I am extremely upset with other students cruel remarks. I think the real tragedy, will be another Teri Rhodes and Furthermore many on this Contributing writer to be treated.” Probably the most diffi cult Contributing writer what the Merciad put in the paper Put yourself in her shoes and besides the obvious, is that as dead baby. Rules and regulations are task of being an RA is knock- campus feel that RAs seek to about the Teri Rhodes case. think about how you would feel a student at a Catholic college If all else fails, my husband The Good clearly laid out in the Student ing on a door and then having hunt down anyone in the wrong, I understand that it was a big if you read in the college paper she, Teri Rhodes, did not feel and I will take the results of I would fi rst like to say that Handbook, which you are given to document a bad situation. I would just like to point but the real truth is that no one news story and it involved one about your mistakes. she could talk to someone about your unwanted pregnancy. Homecoming week- I respect everyone’s opinion. I on move-in day. When you open It is nerve racking. We must out a few items in response to on the receiving end of disci- of our students. I agree that her The facts are clear that what her condition. I know plenty of others who end holds the promise of do, however, take offense at the and read this handbook you submit a thorough report so a recent article in the Merciad pline will ever take accountabil- actions were awful and I think she did was wrong, but when Are we as Catholics pro-life would do the same. watching your classmates article written by Bill Swafford learn what is expected of you in that every detail is recorded. about ResLife and their appar- ity and would much rather act that she should be punished, you put other people’s opinions or not? God Bless Teri, the father, stuff themselves with tons about the ResLife staff. this college environment. Not an enjoyable experience, ent work candor. belligerently. but she was also my friend. in there, it’s just mean. I hope What are we promoting or their families and the little baby of food. I feel I am very knowledgeable You can fi nd out this infor- especially at 3 a.m. So how could RAs on this campus are Keep in mind that the fi rst As a friend it disgusts me that you people re-think your next not promoting? girl who will never get to grow about the ResLife department mation, not through repri- this really be that much fun? But hugely marginalized by both the death at VT was an RA trying you think you have the right to decision about what you do Is there something the school up. Tailgating has offi cially seeing as this is my fourth year mands, fi nes and/or community one important fact to remember student body and the adminis- to save a life, keep in mind that put other people’s opinions in with another sensitive case like is lacking? I’m praying for you all. been sanctioned. as an RA: three as an undergrad service, but by simply reading is that we as student RAs have tration, making their role very RAs even on this campus have the Merciad about such a sensi- this. Just to let you know, it’s not and this year as a grad student. the handbook. A person cannot no control over the punishment diffi cult. to deal with death threats, weap- tive case. only my voice that in this letter, Even though fall has offi - In our job description, we are sympathize with another when given, both fi nes and commu- On one hand, you have an ons and physical fi ghts every We all have our own opinions. it is also my fellow students who cially started, the weather is “para-professional staff mem- everything is so clearly explained nity service; that is left to higher inherently diffi cult job that weekend. My problem is those comments think what you did was totally Student relates to last still sunny and warm. bers who are assigned to a par- and at your disposal. authorities. requires a student to become a Let’s keep in mind that they are hurtful and cruel to be put unnecessary. ticular residential living area… Fairness and equality is a So the next time you have a disciplinarian when other stu- are your classmates, not some week’s bed bug concerns The Bad to create an atmosphere condu- stressed idea in ResLife, which run-in with an RA and a situa- dents choose to overstep their people off the street. cive to academic work.” is why we handle every situation tion is documented, do not give legal boundaries. Maybe as a campus we should because of the fact that I was a It’s almost time for mid- We are to “encourage devel- the same, regardless of the per- us a hard time because it is our Let’s keep in mind that the stop pointing fi ngers and instead By Connie Morrison scared freshman and this was opment of mature behavior” law still states that anyone under Contributing writer terms. sons involved. When my friends job. just take responsibility for our my fi rst impression of Mercy- and are required to “be respect- are involved, it actually hurts. Getting people in trouble is the age of 21 cannot drink. own actions. hurst. HBO broadcasted a ful at all times.” Another very important the furthest thing on our mind One should see that a fi ne But then again, it’s always Last year as a freshman living While I realized that there show called Sex and the Our responsibility on campus aspect of being an RA is open and it pains me and others to and community service is a easier to blame someone else in Baldwin Hall, I experienced is not much the school can do City. The Monday Morn- is to maintain safety for all resi- communication with residents. document anyone, but it is our much lighter penalty than any for our own mistakes. bed bugs in my room, and let about the fact that they had bed ing and the press release dents and to keep “a civil col- So if we have these skills, how duty. me tell you it was a disaster! bugs, I was not impressed at all on the Web site are adver- lege community.” could one “lack the social skills More times than not we are The issue started the fi rst with Mr. Moore. tising a show called Sex in The way we encourage mature to fi t into society?” Yet to say there because the person(s) in Re-“butt” in with your opinion week of school and no serious In this article, you quote him the City. behavior is through showing stu- we are a clique would be incor- the wrong has called out to us, action was taken until we left saying, “When we receive reports dents and informing them when rect since cliques are defi ned by saying, “I am in violation of the for Thanksgiving break after the of this nature, we assume the their actions are incorrect. The Merciad got caught Webster as snobbish. But if you conduct code and would like for fi rst term. worst and we address the prob- As far as being respectful, Contact Merissa Frank at in the act. We spelled “sus- knew us personally, rather you you to deal with the situation.” I think it was a little ridicu- lem immediately.” it really only goes as far as it [email protected] pension” wrong on last would see we are just a group Just be cooperative and every- lous that it took that long for My parents were just as out- is given to us, as with the old week’s cover. of people organized under the thing will go smoothly. something to happen, especially raged as I was that nothing was done right away for me, so fi nally my step-dad made a call The Ugly ResLife not on a power trip, they just want to help Student to the school. The day I left for break, Mr. Time to clean that moldy a role model. power-hungry rulers of the MSG or even the SAC commit- deserve the repercussions. Apartments Moore met with us and basically mess in your apartment. By Abigail Enko There is never a time when I school. tee. Some students think that by Contributing writer told us that there was no way I It’s Parents Weekend. would approach a situation and This staff is here for the stu- They have enough social skills walking on these rounds we One Four and One Two had bed bugs, when it was very think, “I’m going to bust these dents’ safety and I fi nd it exceed- to become the president of MSG, just are seeking out the fun and Bedroom Apts. clear that I did. The vending machines in Some say that the ResLife guys and write them up for any- ingly naïve to say that we are the which requires popularity. sucking it away from college Includes Gas, Water, I even saw the nurse at the the Hirt center are “offl ine” staff is constantly on a power thing I can think of.” students from high school that Therefore I say that this staff students. and are rejecting cash. Sewerage, Garbage, health center about the bites trip. I hate walking into an were shoved into lockers. is not only well equipped with From my experience as an and had done my research Well the students complain- incident because there is a To tell you the truth, I know social skills but have outstand- RA, rounds have actually saved Street Parking. online to learn what to look ing about the “minor infrac- chance that any one of my many RAs that were socially on ing personalities. another student’s life. for, I could have written him a Please e-mail any suggetions to tions” are most likely the ones friends is in that apartment or the top of their game in high Our job entails us to walk on We are here for you and $350 per student per 10 page paper with everything [email protected]. that should be thinking about dorm. school. rounds on the weekends. please don’t think that since we month. to know about bed bugs. I was The GB&U is a compilation of their own actions. Honestly, who wants to write And, honestly, if any of the So, yeah, if you’re walking have some type of “power” we Contact Matt Larson just very upset with the way he student opinions. As an RA, I feel that our job up their friends? RAs, as Bill Swafford states, around with an open container, will take advantage of it. at and Reslife handled the whole is to earn the respect of our It is extremely unfair to “Lack the social skills to fi t into you’re not abiding by the rules We, as a ResLife staff, are all 814-873-5814 situatuion. peers and present an image of address the ResLife staff as society,” I would say look at of Mercyhurst College and you the same as you. PAGE 16 SPORTS Sept. 26, 2007 Sept. 26, 2007 SPORTS PAGE 17 Women’s soccer strikes again Hockey kicks off with dinner with three goals each. Christine By Stephen Duggan Rehnert leads the team in shots Staff writer of improvements including hockey team. on goal percentage, clocking up By Chris Davis new glass and new netting,” “We will be having our Sports editor a .647 average. Leisering said. “There will be championship ring ceremony Mercyhurst travelled to West Freshman Jamie Schroter leads more protection for people on Friday,” he said. “And also Virginia this weekend to play the way in assists, registering six The 20th annual hockey dinner with the glass being two feet we have fi ve ex-Mercyhurst Davis and Elkins. The long trip at the halfway point. took place on Monday night at higher, and we will try to keep people coming back as well to seemed to have no effect on the Undoubtedly the most 7 p.m. at the Ambassador on getting suffi cient money to keep play against our team. Lakers, who wrapped up the underrated aspect of this team Upper Peach with former NHL improving these programs each “We lost some great players victory 1-0. however, is its solid defense. hockey coach E.J. McGuire year.” (from graduation), but brought Senior Adrienne Sluga picked They have given up a mere six featured as the guest speaker. Sisti is glad to see that in some excellent new players to up her second game-winning goals in 843 minutes of soccer. McGuire has brought much changes have been made to the replace them.” goal in as many matches when Junior goalkeeper Rebecca Sports Information photo success to speak about to Erie. Mercyhurst Ice Center. With the conference the she fi nished off an assist by Heintzmann has no small part Sophomore Julia Butler serves during a game earlier He is a former head coach “Clearly the facility is well women’s team is in, they need sister, senior Jacque Sluga. to play in that statistic, keeping this year. of the Ontario Hockey League, overdue,” he said. “The new to compete well against the elite Sports Information photo This ended the fi rst half of fi ve clean sheets. American Hockey League and a boards, netting and benches teams. Junior Robbie Kennerney (20) from Dublin, Ireland serves a ball towards goal during their the season for the ladies., which Heintzmann has been a solid former assistant coach of t he were all great investments that “There is more pressure on game against Gannon. they have reached in very good acquisition to the program and Volleyball goes 1-2 NHL. have been made.” us then any team in the country shape. has been a regular for the last Sara Kuntz. “Lauren became a Currently he is in charge of One of the areas Leisering is to accomplish our goals,” said By Christine Mersch The Lakers hold a 7-1-1 two seasons. real offensive threat for us late the NHL’s Central Scouting extremely elated is the amount Sisti. “We have to handle the Staff writer record and are fi ring on all She started all but one game in the match,” Patton said. “Sara operation that brings over 20 of support from local businesses pressure every game. Men’s soccer wins two on road cylinders up front. They have last year, a year that culminated did an excellent job as a serving years of experience this season, who are helping to Sisti believes the team has with a win in the books gave that out of our mind and focus a 2-0-0 record in the Great with a play-off appearance. Mercyhurst College head sub, making the others team He has been around hockey be contributors to the team. been well recognized. By Katie Waldin the Lakers the confi dence boost on one game at a time,” said Staff writer Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Helped by a tight defense led volleyball coach Ryan Patton pass some real bullets.” for over two decades, developing “We have acquired between “It has been a great thing for they needed as they traveled Powell. Conference (GLIAC), which is by Lisa Melander at sweeper, is well aware that he is leading On Saturday the Lakers tried players on several different seven and 10 thousand dollars the school through newspaper, to Ashland, Oh. for their next “Next season is too far away good enough for fi rst place. Heintzmann has only had to a young team into GLIAC carrying their momentum into teams. of prize giveaways this year,” the media and the internet The Mercyhurst College game. and the future is overrated.” At this stage last season the make 22 saves between the play this year. He is also well their match against Michigan Mercyhurst Director of Leisering said. “Everyone will which are helping to market our men’s soccer team returns home After winning on Friday The team is taking its time this ladies had dropped three games sticks this year. aware that the GLIAC is the Tech, but came up short. Tech Hockey Operations John get a ticket to the game with a team,” he said. this weekend with two victories against Findlay, the team was year focusing on winning one but have only been beaten once Junior Melander commented top Division II conference in was an extremely physical team, Leisering confi rmed that prize number on each one. They Leisering wants to remind over Great Lakes Intercollegiate ready to work hard and make the game at a time before they truly so far this year. on the fi rst half of the season. the country. However, this past with home court advantage Mercyhurst men’s hockey head (the tickets) are professionally students to bring their student Athletic Conference (GLIAC) weekend a complete success. look ahead to their ultimate goal Always strong, the Mercyhurst “We were disappointed to weekend, his young team proved fresh and ready for the Lakers. coach Rick Gotkin brought in done tickets with a company identifi cation cards to games. rivals. Team captain Marty Powell of a national title. offense has been in particularly drop a game so early in the they can compete amongst the They won by the score of 30- McGuire. sponsoring them.” “Every student must bring On Friday the Mercyhurst commented on the team’s Working together and keeping good form this season. They season but we rebounded well,” best Division II programs. 27, 30-22, 30-23. “Rick Gotkin gets credit There will be several their student ID’s to the game men traveled to Findlay, Oh. success and work rate. each other focused has helped have put 26 goals past their she said. “We are a better team The women’s volleyball team The squad bounced back on as he brought McGuire in,” promotional activities during or they will have to pay $2 for to play the Findlay University “To come away with two wins the men pull away with their opponents in regulation. right now than we were at the opened its three-game weekend Sunday against Lake Superior said Leisering. “This is the each game. “Chuck-a-Puck will their tickets.” Oilers on their home turf. any weekend is a positive thing, wins so far this season. The deadly strikeforce start of the season. against Northern Michigan State (LSS). Fighting off 20th annual anniversary of the be offered during every game Leisering believes the student Beating a GLIAC opponent so we have to be pleased with “I feel that being organized has of junior Sarah Powell and “We’re taking it one game at a (N.M.), a team on the verge of the fatigue that comes along Hockey Dinner and the fi rst during the second period,” support is crucial. on their home fi eld has sweet the way we played,” Powell said. been our greatest struggle this sophomore Taylor Hilinski time and should go on to great the Top 25. Mercyhurst gave with a long road trip to the time this event will take place Leisering said. “The sky is the “There was great student victory written all over it. “Some points were less year due to some unfortunate has yielded 15 of these goals, things this year.” their opponents everything they Upper Peninsula of Michigan, off of campus.” limit as far as promotions were support last year and we hope The Findlay Oilers, however, composed than others, but injuries and other events,” eight for Powell and seven for The team will be in action had, yet still came up short as, Mercyhurst came up with its Gotkin and Mercyhurst looking into.” to make it even better this year,” took an early 1-0 lead over the we were able to grind out our Powell said. “But, whoever we Hilinski. again at home on Wednesday N.M. won the match in four biggest victory of the season. women’s hockey coach Michael Pizza will be given away to he said. Lakers after the men gave up a results as a team.” throw into the game works Midfi elders Adrienne and at 3 p.m. when they face Pitt- games: 30-23, 30-25, 27-30, 35- The team defeated LSS 30-20, Sisti made speeches during the people during the fi rst two “The goal is to continue to penalty kick early in the game. With a 3-2 record in the hard and with hard work the Jacque Sluga have also chipped in Johnstown. 33. 18-30, 30-26, 30-27. Earning dinner about the upcoming exhibition games. get people into the building But soon after, senior Kyle GLIAC, the men look to organization will come. According to Patton during their fi rst GLIAC conference season. “The fi rst 500 people will and once they see the energy Jackson came back with a break continue their success. “There are a lot of new guys the third and fourth games, win, the team did so in aggressive With the Mercyhurst Lakers receive a free slice of pizza to that is brought they will want to away down the fi eld to score a The team has successfully so it takes time to gel and feel Women’s golf places six; men 23rd the Lakers stepped up their fashion. Four Lakers produced hockey season less than a the fi rst exhibition games,” said continue to come back.” goal, tying up the game. pulled together this year, comfortable with one another.” intensity, something they have double digit kills: Matson (14), few weeks away for both the Leisering. It will be $2 for non- Shortly after sophomore Kurt although they are very young and Now entering the heart the invitational this weekend. not done for the past three years. Kubinski (12), sophomore Katie men’s and women’s teams, the Leisering says that there are Mercyhurst students and $4 for Young had a similar break away have many new less experienced of their season, the men feel From staff reports Mercyhurst junior Caitlin Throughout that time period Fritz (10) and senior Christine excitement is soon around the lots of new faces both on the adults. to Jackson’s, scoring another players on the fi eld. comfortable and ready as a team Cummings recorded her fi rst they made a late run, winning Nisbet (12). corner. men’s and women’s teams this “Just another perk of goal to give the Lakers the upper This year has been nothing to take on any opponent and be The Mercyhurst College top ten fi nish on the year fi n- game three, and held off several Patton expressed his There have been several season. attending, the programs, will hand. near unsuccessful thus far, so successful. womens golf team fi nished ishing in sixth place with a 162 match-point attempts in game excitement of the win. “Any new changes that have come “There are 12 new people on continue to be free again this With a 2-1 lead in the 57th the team is working hard to stick The Lakers’ next games will be sixth on Saturday in the Mercy- score. four. time you can get a road win in into effect this year within the the men’s team and eight new year.” said Leisering. “We minute of play, the Lakers together and work as a group to at the Mercyhurst Soccer Field hurst Invitational. The men fi nished in 23rd Two players who provided the GLIAC it’s a big deal, so this Mercyhurst Ice Center faces on the women’s team,” he feel lucky here with two great were able to relax and focus on achieve even more success. versus Northwood University The Lakers posted a com- place during the Great Lakes valuable effort all through the was a big win,” he said. On the ice, money has been said. programs and two great coaches playing tough defense to keep “We do need to look at the this at 4 p.m. on Friday and then on bined total of 710 during the Invitational on Monday. last two games were junior Mercyhurst is now 13-5 (1-4 spent to improve the facility. Sisti believes Friday will be who have been here for as long the Oilers from scoring again. year as building a foundation, Sunday they play Saginaw Valley two days. Ashland took fi rst Ashland won the men’s invita- Lauren Kubinski and senior GLIAC) on the season. “There was $175,000 a great day for the women’s as the programs have existed.” Leaving Findlay on Friday however, we will try and put State University at 3 p.m. shooting a combined 644 during tional by winning on both days. Sept. 26, 2007 SPORTS PAGE 17 Women’s soccer strikes again with three goals each. Christine By Stephen Duggan Rehnert leads the team in shots Staff writer on goal percentage, clocking up a .647 average. Mercyhurst travelled to West Freshman Jamie Schroter leads Virginia this weekend to play the way in assists, registering six Davis and Elkins. The long trip at the halfway point. seemed to have no effect on the Undoubtedly the most Lakers, who wrapped up the underrated aspect of this team victory 1-0. however, is its solid defense. Senior Adrienne Sluga picked They have given up a mere six up her second game-winning goals in 843 minutes of soccer. goal in as many matches when Junior goalkeeper Rebecca she fi nished off an assist by Heintzmann has no small part sister, senior Jacque Sluga. to play in that statistic, keeping Sports Information photo This ended the fi rst half of fi ve clean sheets. Junior Robbie Kennerney (20) from Dublin, Ireland serves a ball towards goal during their the season for the ladies., which Heintzmann has been a solid game against Gannon. they have reached in very good acquisition to the program and shape. has been a regular for the last The Lakers hold a 7-1-1 two seasons. Men’s soccer wins two on road record and are fi ring on all She started all but one game cylinders up front. They have last year, a year that culminated with a win in the books gave that out of our mind and focus a 2-0-0 record in the Great with a play-off appearance. By Katie Waldin the Lakers the confi dence boost on one game at a time,” said Staff writer Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Helped by a tight defense led they needed as they traveled Powell. Conference (GLIAC), which is by Lisa Melander at sweeper, to Ashland, Oh. for their next “Next season is too far away good enough for fi rst place. Heintzmann has only had to The Mercyhurst College game. and the future is overrated.” At this stage last season the make 22 saves between the men’s soccer team returns home After winning on Friday The team is taking its time this ladies had dropped three games sticks this year. this weekend with two victories against Findlay, the team was year focusing on winning one but have only been beaten once Junior Melander commented over Great Lakes Intercollegiate ready to work hard and make the game at a time before they truly so far this year. on the fi rst half of the season. Athletic Conference (GLIAC) weekend a complete success. look ahead to their ultimate goal Always strong, the Mercyhurst “We were disappointed to rivals. Team captain Marty Powell of a national title. offense has been in particularly drop a game so early in the On Friday the Mercyhurst commented on the team’s Working together and keeping good form this season. They season but we rebounded well,” men traveled to Findlay, Oh. success and work rate. each other focused has helped have put 26 goals past their she said. “We are a better team to play the Findlay University “To come away with two wins the men pull away with their opponents in regulation. right now than we were at the Oilers on their home turf. any weekend is a positive thing, wins so far this season. The deadly strikeforce start of the season. Beating a GLIAC opponent so we have to be pleased with “I feel that being organized has of junior Sarah Powell and “We’re taking it one game at a on their home fi eld has sweet the way we played,” Powell said. been our greatest struggle this sophomore Taylor Hilinski time and should go on to great victory written all over it. “Some points were less year due to some unfortunate has yielded 15 of these goals, things this year.” The Findlay Oilers, however, composed than others, but injuries and other events,” eight for Powell and seven for The team will be in action took an early 1-0 lead over the we were able to grind out our Powell said. “But, whoever we Hilinski. again at home on Wednesday Lakers after the men gave up a results as a team.” throw into the game works Midfi elders Adrienne and at 3 p.m. when they face Pitt- penalty kick early in the game. With a 3-2 record in the hard and with hard work the Jacque Sluga have also chipped in Johnstown. But soon after, senior Kyle GLIAC, the men look to organization will come. Jackson came back with a break continue their success. “There are a lot of new guys away down the fi eld to score a The team has successfully so it takes time to gel and feel Women’s golf places six; men 23rd goal, tying up the game. pulled together this year, comfortable with one another.” Shortly after sophomore Kurt although they are very young and Now entering the heart the invitational this weekend. Young had a similar break away have many new less experienced of their season, the men feel From staff reports Mercyhurst junior Caitlin to Jackson’s, scoring another players on the fi eld. comfortable and ready as a team Cummings recorded her fi rst goal to give the Lakers the upper This year has been nothing to take on any opponent and be The Mercyhurst College top ten fi nish on the year fi n- hand. near unsuccessful thus far, so successful. womens golf team fi nished ishing in sixth place with a 162 With a 2-1 lead in the 57th the team is working hard to stick The Lakers’ next games will be sixth on Saturday in the Mercy- score. minute of play, the Lakers together and work as a group to at the Mercyhurst Soccer Field hurst Invitational. The men fi nished in 23rd were able to relax and focus on achieve even more success. versus Northwood University The Lakers posted a com- place during the Great Lakes playing tough defense to keep “We do need to look at the this at 4 p.m. on Friday and then on bined total of 710 during the Invitational on Monday. the Oilers from scoring again. year as building a foundation, Sunday they play Saginaw Valley two days. Ashland took fi rst Ashland won the men’s invita- Leaving Findlay on Friday however, we will try and put State University at 3 p.m. shooting a combined 644 during tional by winning on both days. PAGE 18 SPORTS Sept. 26, 2007 Laker Sports ‘Quick Hits’ Picking colors for athletic teams Last week’s results... other color being green, are we “At the same time, we By Chris Davis kelly or forest? There is no true understand our history and Sports editor Women’s tennis...... Sept. 18, W 7-2, Allegheny identity in the athletic program. tradition with the Sisters of Sept. 21, L 8-1, Grand Valley State Just recently Barnett, with Mercyhurst. Sept. 22, W 7-2, Ferris State Football...... Sept. 22, W 49-28, Gannon At any college, there are Associate Athletic Director We understand our original Field hockey...... Sept. 25, L 3-2, Seton Hill usually a couple of colors that Tony Cipollone and Assistant colors are white and green.” Men’s soccer…………………………………………...... Sept. 21, W 2-1, Findlay stand out when thinking about a Director of Athletics Sarah White and green started to Sept. 23, W 4-1, Ashland particular school. For example, Headley, have looked into the change to blue when men’s Women’s soccer……………………………………...Sept. 23, W 1-0, Davis and Elkins Men’s water polo...... Sept 25, W 15-11, Gannon at the Ohio State University process of deciding what the athletics started at this school in Women’s volleyball………………………...... Sept. 21, L 3-1, Northern Michigan (OSU), colors that come to school colors should be. 1971. Sept. 22, L 3-0, Michigan Tech mind are scarlet and gray. Headley re-emphasized “The previous history that Sept. 23, W 3-1, Lake Superior State At Mercyhurst College the Barnett’s comments. was dug up was founded that the school colors are blue and green, “We are attempting to create a colors were green and white,” but by watching any athletic sense of community within the said Barnett. “When men were Athletes of the week team, you cannot pinpoint what athletic department,” she said. fi rst introduced to the college specifi c colors the school wears. “Unifying us by designating through athletics blue became Senior Mercyhurst College football player Zac Wild has been When you look at athletic teams offi cial school colors is the fi rst their color, while women wore named male athlete of the week for another sensational week of playing around campus, every step towards our goal.” green jerseys.” play at Gannon on Saturday night. Wild had 10 tackles during the game with six being for loss. He also had three being quarterback team has different shades of Headley went on to talk about Some of the scenarios that sacks as he kept the pressure on Gannon all night long. green and/or blue jerseys, so the importance of what the the athletic administration Freshman Mercyhurst College women’s cross country runner Cherie there is no true uniform. colors blue and green represent. is looking into are deciding Jackson has been named female athlete of the week, as she won This is a situation that has been “The combination of blue whether to have navy and kelly, the Allegheny Classic in a time of 23:30.31, and helped the Lakers discussed by the new Director and green is unique among navy and forest, royal and kelly to a third place fi nish. She is the fi rst Mercyhurst freshman to place of Athletics Craig Barnett, as a athletic teams both collegiate or royal and forest. fi rst in a race in over a decade. top priority to solve. and professional,” she said. The next topic of discussion “There are 25 athletic teams “It is a uniqueness that will be is deciding what type of color Men’s soccer has been named team of the week and there are 25 different shades strengthened by departmental should be the dominant color to of blue and 25 shades of green uniformity and will help to use. Should it be green or blue The Mercyhurst men’s soccer team has been named team of with each team,” said Barnett. create a recognizable identity.” that is chosen? The discussion the week after a pair of conference victories. The Lakers won a “As a part of the administration, Barnett stated that he wanted starts with the fellow students pair of road games, defeating Findlay 2-1 on Friday and Ashland we want to try to raise a sense the student body of Mercyhurst here at the school. 4-1 on Sunday. With the victories, Mercyhurst improved to 5-4-2 of pride into the athletic teams, to have an opportunity to “Our challenge is to identify overall and 3-2 in conference play. This gets them back into the because the current image is all express its thoughts about the ourselves with our colors but conference playoff race, as they are just one game out of fi rst over the place. colors. also with producing them,” said place. “We want to use pride as “We’re interested in everyone Barnett. a source for identifying the having a voice,” he said. “The If anyone is interested in Field hockey falls to Seton Hill in overtime athletic teams to become one.” goal here is to open this to the expressing their say, send an The Mercyhurst women’s fi eld hockey team was defeated by Seton Barnett wanted to see what entire student athletes, student e-mail to sportsmerciad@ Hill University 3-2 in overtime on Tuesday night. Scoring both of the color we should be. With the body, the administration and mercyhurst.edu with your Lakers’ goals was sophomore Emily Warren. color blue; does athletics want faculty for input. This is the thoughts. Make sure to include to use royal or navy? With our start of a branding image. which colors you prefer. Womens hockey selected preseason No. 2

Women’s hockey has been selected as the preseason No. 2-ranked team by USA Today/USA Hockey Magazine Women’s College Water polo falls in fi nal period to rival Gannon Hockey Poll. The Lakers’ season will start with an exhibition game on Friday against the Vaughan Flames before opening their season on Tuesday at Robert Morris. Gannon tied the game and it spectacular save giving the By Rhonda Marable stayed tied until the fourth. Lakers a last minute shot that Contributing writer Lacrosse team honored this weekend The fi nal quarter was the was blocked by Gannon as they most electrifying as the Lakers ran out the clock for the win. The Mercyhurst College athletic department will honor the 2007 In an exciting conference went shot for shot until Gannon Head coach Curtis Robinette men’s lacrosse national runner-up team with a brunch during this opener, the Lakers lost to year’s homecoming weekend on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at the pulled two goals ahead. said, “This was our fi rst game in Marriot Courtyard in the Ambassador Room. The brunch is open Gannon 11-10 on Tuesday at The Lakers caught up to the a shallow pool and I think that to the public and tickets are available for $12 per person. Please the Carneval Athletic Pavilion. Knights and were within one had a lot to do with the way we contact athletic secretary Elizabeth Morgan by phone at 814-824- The Lakers took control point due to several drawn ejec- played tonight. A lot of the new 2228 to RSVP as soon as possible. Payment will be accepted at the early in the fi rst period taking a tions. In the last 30 seconds, guys aren’t used to it, so it was a door. 3-1 lead. In the second period goalie Kyle Bogucki made a disadvantage for us tonight.” PAGE 18 SPORTS Sept. 26, 2007 Sept. 26, 2007 SPORTS PAGE 19 Laker Sports ‘Quick Hits’ Picking colors for athletic teams Tennis starts Last week’s results... other color being green, are we “At the same time, we By Chris Davis kelly or forest? There is no true understand our history and Sports editor Women’s tennis...... Sept. 18, W 7-2, Allegheny identity in the athletic program. tradition with the Sisters of strong in GLIAC Sept. 21, L 8-1, Grand Valley State Just recently Barnett, with Mercyhurst. Sept. 22, W 7-2, Ferris State Football...... Sept. 22, W 49-28, Gannon At any college, there are Associate Athletic Director We understand our original record. However Mercyhurst’s usually a couple of colors that Tony Cipollone and Assistant colors are white and green.” By Kirk Campbell quest for an unbeaten season Field hockey...... Sept. 25, L 3-2, Seton Hill Staff writer Men’s soccer…………………………………………...... Sept. 21, W 2-1, Findlay stand out when thinking about a Director of Athletics Sarah White and green started to was short lived, as they fell to Sept. 23, W 4-1, Ashland particular school. For example, Headley, have looked into the change to blue when men’s Grand Valley State 8-1. Women’s soccer……………………………………...Sept. 23, W 1-0, Davis and Elkins Men’s water polo...... Sept 25, W 15-11, Gannon at the Ohio State University process of deciding what the athletics started at this school in The Mercyhurst women’s Ezzo was the only bright spot Women’s volleyball………………………...... Sept. 21, L 3-1, Northern Michigan (OSU), colors that come to school colors should be. 1971. tennis team continued its for Mercyhurst improving to Sept. 22, L 3-0, Michigan Tech mind are scarlet and gray. Headley re-emphasized “The previous history that success winning two out of 6-0 in singles play after picking Sept. 23, W 3-1, Lake Superior State At Mercyhurst College the Barnett’s comments. was dug up was founded that the three matches this past week. up the Lakers only win 7-5, 6-4 school colors are blue and green, “We are attempting to create a colors were green and white,” The Lakers defeated at No. 2. Mercyhurst dropped a but by watching any athletic sense of community within the said Barnett. “When men were Allegheny College 7-2 and Ferris pair of close matches at No. 1 Athletes of the week team, you cannot pinpoint what athletic department,” she said. fi rst introduced to the college State University 7-2, but lost to and No. 3 when Daly lost 6-3, specifi c colors the school wears. Grand Valley State University 8- “Unifying us by designating through athletics blue became 6-0 and McLean lost 6-2, 6-4. Sports Information photo Senior Mercyhurst College football player Zac Wild has been When you look at athletic teams offi cial school colors is the fi rst their color, while women wore 1, the 2006 GLIAC runner-ups. The Lakers’ threesome of named male athlete of the week for another sensational week of The Mercyhurst football team celebrates the Niagara Cup after defeating the Gannon playing around campus, every step towards our goal.” green jerseys.” Mercyhurst won two of three Raynor, Mullane and Macke play at Gannon on Saturday night. Wild had 10 tackles during the Knights by a score of 49-28 at Gannon on Saturday. game with six being for loss. He also had three being quarterback team has different shades of Headley went on to talk about Some of the scenarios that doubles matches and fi ve of six entered the match 10-1 overall sacks as he kept the pressure on Gannon all night long. green and/or blue jerseys, so the importance of what the the athletic administration singles matches with its victory but Grand Valley’s depth proved Freshman Mercyhurst College women’s cross country runner Cherie there is no true uniform. colors blue and green represent. is looking into are deciding over Allegheny on Tuesday. to be too much, as they defeated Mercyhurst crushes Gannon Jackson has been named female athlete of the week, as she won This is a situation that has been “The combination of blue whether to have navy and kelly, The Lakers were led by Mercyhurst’s bottom three. the Allegheny Classic in a time of 23:30.31, and helped the Lakers discussed by the new Director and green is unique among navy and forest, royal and kelly Kim Ezzo, who continued her In doubles play Mercyhurst After Gannon tied it up at day with two touchdowns and to a third place fi nish. She is the fi rst Mercyhurst freshman to place of Athletics Craig Barnett, as a athletic teams both collegiate or royal and forest. winnings ways with a 6-0, 6-1 played tough but Mersch and By Kyle Craig 14-14, Mercyhurst drove 28 four receptions. Haynes, Hill Staff writer fi rst in a race in over a decade. top priority to solve. and professional,” she said. The next topic of discussion win at No. 2 singles, extending Mullane lost 9-7 at No. 3 and yards to set up an exciting fi nish and Szeluga combined for “There are 25 athletic teams “It is a uniqueness that will be is deciding what type of color her unbeaten streak to fi ve McLean and Raynor lost 8-5 at to the fi rst half. 179 yards receiving and two Men’s soccer has been named team of the week and there are 25 different shades strengthened by departmental should be the dominant color to matches. No. 2. One of the biggest and With 28 seconds left on the touchdowns. Stokes posted his of blue and 25 shades of green uniformity and will help to use. Should it be green or blue When asked about her A day after their unbeaten most important words in all clock and fourth down, coach third straight game of 150-plus The Mercyhurst men’s soccer team has been named team of with each team,” said Barnett. create a recognizable identity.” that is chosen? The discussion unbeaten record Ezzo said, streak came to an end the Lakers of sports is the term rivalry. Marty Schaetzle decided to put yards rushing for 151 yards and the week after a pair of conference victories. The Lakers won a “As a part of the administration, Barnett stated that he wanted starts with the fellow students “Being a freshman I did not bounced back with their fi rst Sports, especially collegiate and the game on the line and go for two touchdowns. pair of road games, defeating Findlay 2-1 on Friday and Ashland we want to try to raise a sense the student body of Mercyhurst here at the school. know what to expect entering win over Ferris State in program high school athletics, have given it. Phillis hit Josh Szeluga on Apfelbaum believes the team 4-1 on Sunday. With the victories, Mercyhurst improved to 5-4-2 of pride into the athletic teams, to have an opportunity to “Our challenge is to identify the season. By having an history, 7-2. Mercyhurst’s great meaning to the word. a fade pass for 19 yards and a has the ability to defeat Ashland overall and 3-2 in conference play. This gets them back into the because the current image is all express its thoughts about the ourselves with our colors but unbeaten is a complete surprise doubles play proved to be too This weekend, the Mercyhurst touchdown and the lead going next week. conference playoff race, as they are just one game out of fi rst over the place. colors. also with producing them,” said to me.” strong as McLean and Raynor College football team battled into the half. “The key to beating Ashland place. “We want to use pride as “We’re interested in everyone Barnett. Ezzo also teamed up with won 8-1 at No. 2, while Mullane cross-town rival Gannon The second half of the game will be executing more plays,” he a source for identifying the having a voice,” he said. “The If anyone is interested in Jennifer Daly at No. 1 doubles and Mersch won 8-3 at No. 3 University for bragging rights turned out to be a Mercyhurst said. “As a team we need to rid Field hockey falls to Seton Hill in overtime athletic teams to become one.” goal here is to open this to the expressing their say, send an for an 8-0 victory. Mercyhurst and Daly and Ezzo won 8-4 at as well as the coveted Niagara clinic as the team picked up ourselves of mental mistakes. The Mercyhurst women’s fi eld hockey team was defeated by Seton Barnett wanted to see what entire student athletes, student e-mail to sportsmerciad@ picked up its other doubles No. 1. Cup. their game showing Gannon its We will have to jump on the Hill University 3-2 in overtime on Tuesday night. Scoring both of the color we should be. With the body, the administration and mercyhurst.edu with your victory when Christine Mersch Mercyhurst fi nished off the The Lakers put together a true form. Eagles early and take control of Lakers’ goals was sophomore Emily Warren. color blue; does athletics want faculty for input. This is the thoughts. Make sure to include and Kelton Macke rolled to an Bulldogs with a 6-1, 6-0 win solid second half, dominating The Lakers opened the half the game.” to use royal or navy? With our start of a branding image. which colors you prefer. 8-4 win. from Ezzo at No. 2, and a 7-6 the Golden Knights 49-28. with Apfelbaum catching his The Lakers will look to Womens hockey selected preseason No. 2 Daly fi nished her day by (9-7), 6-4 win from Raynor at This marks the fi rst time second touchdown of the improve their record to 5-1 on defeating her singles opponent No. 4. The Lakers also picked since 1992 that the Lakers have game. Aaron Haynes then Saturday against Ashland. Women’s hockey has been selected as the preseason No. 2-ranked 6-3, 7-5 at No. 1. up wins from McLean 6-3, 4-6, started the season at 4-1. added a 67-yard punt return for “One of our goals this season team by USA Today/USA Hockey Magazine Women’s College Water polo falls in fi nal period to rival Gannon Hockey Poll. The Lakers’ season will start with an exhibition game The Lakers also gained wins 6-3 and Mullane 6-4, 3-6, 6-0. Seven minutes and 22 seconds a touchdown, giving the Lakers was to better our record from on Friday against the Vaughan Flames before opening their season from Meghan Raynor at No. “The win against Ferris State into the fi rst quarter Mitc h a 35-14 lead. last year,” stated Apfelbaum. on Tuesday at Robert Morris. Gannon tied the game and it spectacular save giving the 3 singles 6-2, 3-6, 10-8, while is a huge confi dence boaster for Phillis hit Neil Apfelbaum for In the end the Lakers were “Looking ahead, we want to By Rhonda Marable stayed tied until the fourth. Lakers a last minute shot that Elizabeth Mullane won 6-3, 6-0 us,” said Ezzo. “We now will three yards capping off a 26- too much for the Gannon take one game at a time and Contributing writer Lacrosse team honored this weekend The fi nal quarter was the was blocked by Gannon as they at No. 4. enter all of our matches against yard drive. defense, as a touchdown pass focus on winning each game. most electrifying as the Lakers ran out the clock for the win. Macke dropped her opponent quality opponents knowing we “Scoring the touchdown to Brandon and a rushing We hope that this will help lead The Mercyhurst College athletic department will honor the 2007 In an exciting conference went shot for shot until Gannon Head coach Curtis Robinette 6-4, 6-3 at No. 5, while Maria can win.” against a big rival such as touchdown by Richard Stokes us to the playoffs and even a men’s lacrosse national runner-up team with a brunch during this opener, the Lakers lost to Franco lost a heartbreaker in Gannon was amazing; it was year’s homecoming weekend on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at the pulled two goals ahead. said, “This was our fi rst game in The Lakers enter Homecoming gave the Lakers insurance. GLIAC title.” Marriot Courtyard in the Ambassador Room. The brunch is open Gannon 11-10 on Tuesday at The Lakers caught up to the a shallow pool and I think that third set super tiebreak at No. 6 weekend 6-1 and 3-1 in GLIAC the best feeling in the world,” Phillis had a career day Saturday also marks to the public and tickets are available for $12 per person. Please the Carneval Athletic Pavilion. Knights and were within one had a lot to do with the way we singles 3-6, 7-6, 10-8. play, and host Findlay on Friday Apfelbaum said. “ There is in the end completing 23 Homecoming weekend for contact athletic secretary Elizabeth Morgan by phone at 814-824- The Lakers took control point due to several drawn ejec- played tonight. A lot of the new The Lakers entered their at 3 p.m. before playing Wayne nothing quite like quieting passes for 311 yards and four the Lakers, giving them more 2228 to RSVP as soon as possible. Payment will be accepted at the early in the fi rst period taking a tions. In the last 30 seconds, guys aren’t used to it, so it was a second weekend of GLIAC play State Saturday at 10 a.m. at the home team’s fans with a touchdowns. Apfelbaum also motivation against a tough door. 3-1 lead. In the second period goalie Kyle Bogucki made a disadvantage for us tonight.” with a 5-0 overall and 2-0 GLIAC Westwood Racquet Club. touchdown.” had a big game fi nishing the Eagles team.Scoot Williams photo PAGE 20 SPORTS Sept. 26, 2007 Laker sports

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