Vibrant Water Colors Initiate New Library Show: Art Underground

The Quill, Nov., 2013 Vol. 21, No. 2 See The Quill online at www.centenarycollege.edu/thequill Vibrant water colors initiate new library show: Art Underground

By Alyssa Guarino Luminous works with the loss and fell into a of art by Hyo-Chong Yoo, deep depression. She found associate professor on the that nothing could help over- Fine Art and Design program come the struggle but paint. at Centenary, decorate the li- During this period, she real- brary walls, thanks to library ized that she was painting in director, Timothy Domick’s a different style from before. concept of Art Underground. Previously, Yoo had used Domick said recently more water and the brush that because members of the strokes were wilder. During art program, who shared the this period, Yoo was using same passion he has, about the paint to build- up colors students being surrounded by, layer by layer, resulting in a and sharing the art they have more solid, yet soft and calm created, “we have dubbed the atmosphere.” space between the library and After Yoo finished the the print shop on the lower paintings she said, “Finally, level,: ART Underground.” I could return to myself as Prof. Hyo-Chong Yoo volun- an active teacher and artist teered to exhibit her paintings again. Now, I can confi- for the first show. dently declare that art can Plan ahead: December to bring Domick said, “In paint- heal disturbed human minds ing this series, not only did and souls!” Prof. Yoo will A Christmas Carol to campus. Professor Yoo develop a new be creating more shows, See other December programs, p. 8 technique for painting water- mostly done by students. The colors, she also came to dis- paintings are in the library for cover the healing component anyone to stop by and visit, of art as therapy. as well as reflect and share in This series of paintings came the power of art and all that it about after the death of Yoo’s can do. mother. Yoo was struggling

Watercolors by Prof. Hyo-Chong Yoo, in the Art Underground dis- A Christmas Carol: The Musical. L to R: Osbourne Focht as Ebenezer play in the library’s lower level. Photos: Alyssa Guarino Scrooge and Dave Scheffler as Marley’s Ghost. Photo: Bob Eberle Viewpoint! 2 You stagnatin’?

By Dan Casserly Sure, it seems that ty interesting time and place, “What’s orange and sounds the people on Capitol Hill with more freedoms than like a parrot? A carrot.” and the decisions they make a lot of crazy places in this If we lazily sit by and are pretty low impact in our world. America is still crazy, let the same breed of people lives right now. Just add gov- don’t get me wrong. But, run the cinema, the literature, What every upperclassman ernment to the list of things this is one fear I have been and the entertainment world, that our generation is quickly feeling of late. Where are our we will still be subjected to should know about graduation losing faith in; also on the list storytellers? The ancient art year after year of the same . are religion, education, and of storytelling is soon going futuristic zombie/vampire By Kevin Ujvary television, but that’s a differ- to meet its demise by our apocalyptic plot sequences, How many stu- emony. I visited the finance ent story. and the younger generation’s and I just cannot have that. dents read the my.Centenary office and spoke to Patricia Where has our sense dwindling attention span. The time is now, homepage on a daily or even Riley, who was able to give of patriotism gone? Where Here’s my chal- friends. Draw, write, weekly basis? If you are an me some good answers to my has our sense of urgency lenge to you and your circle photograph, read, listen to upperclassmen planning on questions. gone? of friends: when you’re all something new, and go on a graduation in the near future, Yes, it is easier to sitting down in the cafeteria hike, a bike ride, a walk with it is something you need to Q: What does the graduation skip class for the day, have together, battle each other by a friend. Change it up and start doing. fee entail exactly? a rotation of DVD’s to play, coming up with some impro- stimulate your mind. As I There is a gradu- A: The graduation fee applies and “chill” while looking at a vised, spontaneous stories have learned from a saga- ation application form that to the cap, gown, and the smartphone; do we not know that get the spine tingling. cious, Jamaican man years must be filled out towards ceremony for graduation. it is a beautiful day outside? Does anybody know ago, “No stagnatin’.” the start of your last semes- Q: Is everyone required to Still, we live in a pret- any good jokes anymore? ter at the college. The form pay the fee? requires information and also A: All students are required needs your advisor’s signa- to pay the fee whether they ture to ensure that you are wish to attend the ceremony actually eligible for gradu- or not. The idea is that the ation. This information is college is putting together posted on the homepage for a great celebration of a seniors to see, but no email student’s accomplishments, is sent out to perspective and they should attend and seniors about the graduation enjoy what they have accom- education. Why? I asked plished. Kathleen Fruncillo, and she Q: Why would the fee not explained that the college just be included in the tuition did not approve sending mass fee? emails because it is consid- A: Not all students graduate ered spamming. This was from here; it would be dif- partially confusing to me ficult to have all students pay because an email was sent the fee, especially if they are out about the applications one not going to graduate from week before they were due, the school. which for people like me who did not even know about the The only issue I application, made me rush to have with the situation is the get everything together. lack of early communication After I filled out the appli- about the graduation applica- cation, I found out that there tion. While I understand the is an application fee of $180 idea of posting on the homep- that must be paid when hand- age would draw student’s ing in the application. Again, attention, email is also a very for someone in my situation good way to help students who did not even know about find out about it. The only the application fee, I was a reason I suggest early email little frustrated to find out is because of the $180 fee; that I had just one week to while the fee is justified, it is come up with the money. . I also hard for any student to assumed that the fee was for come up with that many in a caps, gowns, and the cer- short amount of time. 3 Op-ed Page

The Quill is the student newspaper of Centenary College, Editorial Hackettstown, NJ 07840. The Quill will publish letters to the editor; however, such What Actually Makes an American? letters must not be libelous and must be signed and in good In September, a panel of judges crowned the 2014 Miss America in the annual pageant in Atlantic City…an taste. We will refrain event that most people disregarded. After all, not all televised events can receive the same worldwide recognition as, from printing your say, certain celebrities dancing provocatively at the music video awards. name if you so request. Most people probably could not name the recipient of the pageant crown if they tried, myself included. But Address your it was not the ceremony itself that garnered media attention; it was the social media backlash that occurred immedi- letters to The Editor, ately after Nina Davuluri, the first Indian-American winner, had the crown placed on her head. Between the stereo- The Quill, Box 1066 typed, poor taste comments, and remarks that “This is Miss America, not Miss India,” that swarmed Twitter, I got to or you may email to wondering what actually constitutes an “American.” levd@centenarycollege. As I read the ridiculous accusations about Davuluri’s religion and absurd allegations about her involvement edu with terrorism, I wondered when our country had fallen backward. With all the pushes for equality for everyone, with your full name regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, and religion, why does racism still remain? Furthermore, what makes at the bottom of the these American social media users the dictators of what characteristics and interest create an American citizen? email One of the most overused metaphors in society today is that America is a melting pot. Different types of people emigrate here from all over the world. In fact, if a person were to look at all the different nationalities they Editor: encompass, they would likely find that their ancestors trace back to other areas of the globe, likeAsia, Africa, or Eu- Kathryn Nieves rope. Essentially, the United States was built on immigration. When people travelled to America, they brought their ideas and cultures with them. Freedom of religion was evident, and people were able to practice their own beliefs. Staff: Walking down the street, a person could note all the varieties of nationalities of people all living in one area. Their Juan Arias family all came here at some point, a fact overlooked by the criticizers of the 2014 Miss America. Joseph Bartolini Only 1 percent of the population in the United States can trace their family tree and discover that their ances- Chris Bello tors originally resided in America. So that means the other 99 percent living in this country are immigrants in some Anthony Biango way, whether their great-great grandparents took a boat over from Italy or their parents came from South America. Dan Casserly Basically, we are all immigrants. This idea is something that should be embraced. We all have different backgrounds Sarah Degeorge and ideas and create an interesting, diverse country. Nicole Fisher It is sad to see skin color making such waves in a competition. As a country, we like to believe that rac- Alyssa Guarino ist notions have been outgrown, but September’s posts about Al-Qaeda and terrorism prove that these ideas have Everette Hamlette only been suppressed. Even in daily life, it is clear that stereotypes and assumptions about different ethnicities still Nick Machuga remain. Twitter users were quick to post about a contestant, Theresa Vail, being “robbed” of the Miss America title, Jahson Myers-Inman citing that she had a more American look than Davuluri, with Vail’s blonde hair, blue eyes, and pale skin. Jonathan Steinberg Since the United States is such a diverse country, is it really true that one look summarizes the entire Ameri- Kevin Ujvary can look? With all of the different ethnicities, it is impossible to pinpoint one hair color or one skin color that match- Guy Wolkwitz es the majority of the population. In fact, 50 percent of all Americans are not “white,” so Vail’s pale skin does not relate to half of the people living in this country. Faculty Advisor: In addition, critics said that Vail enjoys hunting and has tattoos: two things that they believe encapsulate the Prof. Debbie Lev American experience. With only 40 percent of people having inked skin and 12.5 million hunters in a country of 300 million, it is ridiculous to believe that these characteristics are American. If a person does not have tattoos, does that (The Quill also welcomes make them un-American? If a person chooses not to have a gun, does that make them un-American? It all goes back freelancers to the idea of diversity. This country makes a lot of popular fashion statements, activities, and hobbies, but not one among the student body classifies the ideals of this land more than another. That is part of what is so great about the United States. With the who may contact Prof. different nationalities, there are so many pastimes to become involved in, and we have the freedom to choose what- Debbie Lev through ever interests us the most. campus email.) The social media critics involved in the backlash of the 2014 Miss America need to take a look at what our country stands for before making accusations and throwing around false ideas about Americanism. America was founded on the concept of equality. Diversity is promoted, whether it is in religion, food, or fashion. I refuse to lump America into a box. There is not one look, one activity, or one race that summarizes our country. There are countless ethnicities and cultures that encompass our country and there is not one that should be considered more “American” than the others. Kathryn Nieves, editor 4 One Fish, Campus Two Fish: Centenary’s new preschool hour

By Kathryn Nieves Every Friday, the Taylor Memorial Library helps books come alive. From 9-10 a.m., in a newly-renovated upstairs room, the library is host to a new preschool hour, which is open to children in the community. “We were talking about community outreach,” said Timothy Domick, library director. After discussing Education students Nicole Crowley and Justin Jacobson reading to ideas with Dr. Simon Saba, young students of the Hackettstown community. Photo: Dr. Simon Saba assistant professor of Educa- tion, the plan was created to take a room in the upstairs about bears, so he sang the students to start working complete with alphabet posters, press releases, and portion of the library and songs about animals for the with children right from the and number bubbles, vari- a radio interview, parents transform it into a story time children. “I watch how the beginning of their first semes- ous sea creatures, and even began bringing their children area. With the Hackettstown students are acting to deter- ter. a mermaid. “We tried to to story time. Besides the Library story time being mine what types of songs to Congdon’s course choose things the kids would student-driven reading and oversubscribed, there was a pick,” he added. If the stu- focuses on “presenting books recognize,” he said. “I knew activities, the hour offers need for a new location to dents are primarily seated, he to students and learning how she [Seeger] would make the other opportunities. One accommodate the growing finds songs that allow them to develop activities with the room into something wonder- week, Congdon’s friend number of interested children to remain on the carpet. If the books.” Since each week, the ful.” Kathy Baker brought her and families. students are more mobile, he students are not only respon- Besides the colorful therapy dog, Mo, so the chil- Frances Congdon, knows songs to get them up sible for choosing their own fish and other sea animals dren could have a chance to assistant professor of Educa- and moving. books to read but also for dancing across the brightly read with the dog. tion, was also a key player in Parents and children creating a corresponding ac- splashed walls, Jacobson also In addition, every the creation of Centenary’s seem to be responding well tivity, her class was a good fit developed a way for students week, history professor Noah story time. Saba and Domick to the program. The num- for the program. “It’s a good to leave their own mark on Haiduc-Dale plays his banjo approached her about the ber of children appears to exposure to working with the room. When the children for the children. Haiduc- program. “They started the be increasing as the weeks young people,” Congdon enter story hour, they have Dale’s musical past makes ball rolling,” she said. go by. “Any story time or said, “It is also good practice their name written on a fish him an expert in story time Saba and Cong- community act is beneficial,” because students are respon- name tag. After the hour is performances. When he lived don decided to incorporate Haiduc-Dale said, “It gets sible for choosing stories and over, their fish is taped to the in Michigan, he played in the students in two of their the students involved. The planning activities that are wall. At first, the name tags many story time sessions and classes into the program. program is neat, and I hope it developmentally appropri- were used to help identify in early childhood centers. Saba’s Academic Founda- expands.” ate.” each child, but it transformed He also hosted a music time tions at Centenary (AFC) Domick is also In order to re- into a nice addition to the for children in a park by his class, Those Who Can, Teach pleased with the positive decorate the room, Domick room. house. “By the time I left and Congdon’s Foundations reception of the story time bought a table, chairs, and a “I wanted to display Michigan, I had a bunch of of Literacy in Elementary hour. “The little ones love it,” carpet for the children to sit all of the kids’ names who parents involved with the mu- Education class both allow he said. on during the hour. However, came to participate, so they sic and playing instruments,” students the opportunity to After reading his the plain walls did not suit would feel special,” Jacobson he said. When he heard about take turns each week reading book and completing his ac- the interactive and fun tone said. Whenever a child comes Centenary’s new program to the children of the commu- tivity, Jacobson also felt great of the program. back to story hour, they can through the public library, he nity. about his experience. “It is a Education student look up and see their name volunteered his time every “Students need to great way to enhance learn- Justin Jacobson and a friend, swimming across the wall week. be in front of kids from the ing before entering a school Tiffany Seeger, from Bloom- with the other children that “I try to find three beginning to make sure this setting,” he said. “It is very ingdale, took on the task have been there. or four songs to go with the is what they want to do,” said rewarding to see the children of painting the walls with After hearing about theme,” he said. The first Saba. Since his course con- learn and have fun!” an “under the sea” mural, the program through campus week, the theme was books sists of freshmen, it allows 5 Campus I Am group Gender group, I Am, marks Centenary’s organizes on campus first national By Guy Wolkwitz Have you ever place to continue discussions said Dr. Polak about some of found yourself in the class- and expand on the topics sur- the topics the group hopes to Coming Out Day room having a discussion or rounding identity. cover. debate involving issues such The group will be The student group is as abortion, sexuality, or advised by faculty members headed by president Juan gender? Did you find these Dr. Michele Polak and Dr. Arias, who said he is very discussions stimulating? Did Kitsy Dixon. Both professors excited about the students’ you want to learn more? The have specialized in gender eagerness to become involved opportunity to have these and identity studies before so far. “The turnout has been discussions is now open to all and hope to see more stu- great. A lot of students are be- students with the introduction dents involved as the group coming involved. Last week of Centenary’s new student- continues to grow. we appointed administrative run identity group, I Am. Both advisors positions for the members The group’s primary stress that this group is for involved so far, and we hope purpose is to get students everybody and that nothing more students will want to together to talk about issues will be off limits. “Let’s bring become a part of our admin- involving identity that are a safe sex advocate to cam- istrative team,” said Arias. not academic. With these pus, let’s talk about pro-life discussions already happen- and pro-choice, what does it ing inside the classroom, I mean to identify as a feminist Am gives students a safe in 2013, what is Prop 8?”

At Family Fest Day, people continued to sign posters marking New internship focus, director Coming Out Day on campus Photo: Anthony Biango By Jahson Myers-Inman By Jonathan Steinberg Centenary College has a new internship development director, Ginna Oksienik. National Coming dents on campus, professors Oksienik is based in the Career Development Office next to the StudentActivities space in Out Day on Oct. 11 marked showed their support by writ- the Seay Building. New partnerships have been formed with companies, expanding the list of the first time that Centenary ing heartfelt messages as well internship options, including partnerships with The Pocono Dome, 1111 Delivery, and School participated in this commem- as expressing their support. Lunch Form. Oksienik said her central focus is to “spread interest to all students to obtain an oration. “I stand by anybody internship.” The internship process now encourages current student interns on campus to be The newly-run for whoever they are and interviewed and featured in a video highlighting their experiences as interns. The video will student organization, I Am, what ever they are; I support be looped onto the Career Services page on the school’s website as well here on campus. placed decorated posters in all,” said payroll manager Students are urged to go to the school website where they can find updates on on-campus and the Taylor Memorial Library Susan Nesmith. off-campus job opportunities as well as internships. “The doors of the Career Services Center for people to sign and show One of the group’s are always open and we’re available,” said Oksienik. support for students on cam- advisors, Dr. Michele Polak pus who have concerns about wrote, “I’m here, I’m out. I acceptance in college with support you.” She included Coming soon..... regard to their sexuality. her room number for students In addition to the to feel welcome to visit and posters, the group advertised talk about their questioning a fruit drink called Over The sexuality. Rainbow at Green’s Beanes The I Am group Café in the library, created by has plans for the upcoming cafe manager, Kelsey Walter. semester such as Allie Week . One student signed and other fun events and is one of the brighty colored planning an election of of- posters: “Only you can be ficers. Those running include you; why not be fabulous?” Juan Arias, Kyle Kahlau, while another wrote, “Come Maddie Lopez, Victoria out! You have a friend in me; Pulldo, Claudia Macchiarelli, you are loved no matter what. Jonathan Steinberg and An- I support you 100%.” drew Rodriguez In addition to stu- 6 Campus Disdain, promises, put-downs, and bragging, color opener of model NATO course

By Kevin Ujvary

Did you know that UN, the idea here is that in a Checking the main and looking at Asian coun- speeches, the question arises members of NATO are meet- model NATO, all representa- points from representatives tries. Following France, the whether or not these repre- ing on campus this semes- tives must work with one from each country, it is clear United States responded by sentatives can actually work ter?! another to accomplish any that each has their own goals claiming it can focus on mul- together. If you have heard goals. with very few being in com- tiple parts of the world, using It is hard to tell with anything about Dr. Shane However, this does mon with one another. In the expression “We can chew more than a dozen countries Fitzpatrick’s model classes not mean that there is more fact, there was a lot of disdain gum and walk at the same left to give their opening in the past, you can imagine trust in the room; in fact, the towards other countries. time,” while also pushing Eu- speeches whether or not more how different it will be to opening speeches were full of First, The Netherlands ropean countries to put more views will fall in line with have a model class in which disdain, promises, put-downs, called out European countries money into defense budgets. one another but it is clear, participants are supposed to and even some bragging. for lack of cooperation within The representatives in that the Model NATO class be working together. While not every the continent. Following this, NATO are going to have will be full of excitement. Unlike other model country has given an opening France criticized the United to start working together classes such as Middle East speech, many of the major States for not bringing the to accomplish some goals, Peace Conference and Model players made remarks. fight to terrorism into Africa but after just the first day of

Here are the highlights from each speaker. Secretary General - Focus on Terrorism and Cyber Terrorism - Develop a plan to ensure Afghanistan will be stable when NATO leaves - Develop a contingency plan for Syria and Iran pertaining to chemical and Nnuclear weapons - Seek more partnerships to help improve missile defense. Canada - Gain more funding for Afghan troop training - Develop a plan for leaving Afghanistan - Promote regional diplomacy Greece - Greece needs to reduce army because of lack of GDP and requires monetary support. - Greece participates in all major NATO operations - Greece has the 2nd largest defense budget of all NATO countries The Netherlands - Committed to the protection of ally Turkey - Europe must begin taking responsibility for its own protection - Cooperation among European countries needs expansion Czech Republic - Stabilize public finances to ensure defense structure can sustain itself - If finances stabilize, more participation in NATO operations will follow Denmark - Focus needs to be on Syria - Spread democracy to other countries - Bring Human Rights issues to forefront France - NATO needs to become more flexible to take action - Main focus should be on combating terrorism with counterterrorism - Calls out United States for not bringing focus of terrorism to Africa United States - Focus on issues concerning NATO itself - European countries are not providing enough budget to defense - European countries are not spending enough for NATO - U.S. believes Europe should not be concerned with U.S. relations in Asia, claiming that they can work with both European and Asian countries without losing focus on one or the other. - Focus should be on human rights and spread of democracy 7 Campus Campus NAACP chapter A Mac attack discusses goals By Jahson Myers-Inman sion states that as an organi- By Joe Bartolini The NAACP Chap- campus?” asked one of the zation “We are here to inform A change: Centenary ter held its first meeting of chapter advisors who was funded by the college IT and empower all students. We College now offers Macbook the semester. recently, in the answered by chapter member department and was very suc- aim to address issues within Pros as an IT upgrade to its David and Carol Lackland Joseph Littlejohn who said, cessful; 100 Macbooks were the college and community first-time students. The pilot Center and was headed by “We need to increase our ordered with 95 being taken but most importantly to sup- program offers incoming a group of student leaders presence on campus.” by incoming students, and the port our student body.” freshman and transfers the appointed by advisors Dr. Other members others left in the IT depart- Also in attendance option to upgrade from their Richard Severe and Dr. Kitsy agreed that more needs to ment for its use. was Warren-Sussex chapter normal laptop to the Mac- Dixon. be done to make a name and Justin Webber, the lead Help president David Body, who book Pro for an extra $150. Current chapter stronger presence for the Desk technician, said due to charged the students, asking, members and prospec- NAACP at Centenary. the program’s great success “Why are you here? What When an influx of tive members attended the Dr. Severe made they are planning to place motivated you to come?” requests for Macbooks as an meeting. Students introuced clear his major focus for the another order for the spring Former chapter option came in, the college themselves and engaged in NAACP chapter, saying, semester. secretary Jayanna Brown delivered. The program was a round table discussion of “My main concern isn’t vis- their concerns and expecta- answered,saying, “I’m here ibility, its sustainability.” He tions for the future of the to see what new ideas and added, “We have to formulate NAACP chapter. approaches are being brought a sustainable structure that is They focused on the to the organization.” meaningful.” mission statement and vision “What can be done New space for of the organization. The mis- to make a larger impact on Tutoring Center dedicated . By Alyssa Guarino The dedication professor of mathematics ceremony for the Tutoring and natural science depart- Center was recently in the ment, Dr. Lauren Bergey; lower level of the Edward W. head tutor, Abigail Davis; and Seay Administration Build- student Kiara Johnson. ing. Sara Weertz, execu- “The mission of tive director of College Read- the Academic Success and ing & Learning Association Advising Center is to provide (CRLA) greeted the audience resources for the students to via Skype. become successful, indepen- McCarthy and dent learners,” said senior academic support special- director Suzanne McCarthy. ist Danielle Boeninghaus, The ceremony was presented certificates to tutors covered by the radio station in recognition of completion WRNJ and the cable compa- of CRLA levels. Tutor Eunice ny from Newton. Boyd completed level 3 certi- McCarthy said the center is fication, Stephanie Ciampoli, here to encourage mentored level 2 certification; Kathleen study groups and provide Counterman, level 3 certifica- a distraction free zone for tion; Kathleen Gandy, level students since they have one certification; Catherine state-of-the-art space in their Keenan, level 3 certifica- new location. The ribbon cut- tion; Joan McCaffrey, level ting was done by Centenary 3 certification, and Maurice College, Dr. Barbara-Jayne Savard, level 3 certification. Lewthwaite; provost, Dr. College and Tutoring Center administrators enjoy, with staff and students, the dedication cer- James Patterson; associate emony of the Tutoring Center in Seay Building. Photo: Jon Steinberg 8 The Arts Something for everyone on Centenary stages in December

This December, between the ages of 8 and 18. fice is open Monday through Andrea’s Dining Room in Heath Village Retirement Centenary Stage Company The program is one of only a Friday 1-5 p.m., and 2 hours Long Valley. Community, Silver Spon- will fill the stage with family handful in the nation that of- prior to performance times. The 2013-14 season sors Hackettstown Regional favorite musicals and special fers both formal training and CSC also operates a of performing arts events at Medical Center, The Holiday guests performing the ever- production experience for second Box Office during the the Centenary Stage Compa- Inn in Budd Lake, and Fulton popular Nutcracker ballet. young people. season at 217 Main Street in ny is made possible through Bank, Bronze Sponsors The From the The NJ Civic Youth Hackettstown open Monday the generous support of the Blanche and Irving Laurie reinvented holiday classic, A Ballet returns to present its through Friday 3-6 p.m. Geraldine R. Dodge Founda- Foundation and Wells Fargo Christmas Carol, to a variety seasonal classic, The Nut- December events tion, the NJ State Council on Bank, and Centenary Stage of shows presented by the cracker, Dec. 20-22 at the are sponsored in part by the Arts, and CSC sponsors, Company members and sup- dedicated Young Performers Sitnik Theater. The NJ Civic Heath Village, Hackettstown including Premier Sponsor porters. Workshop, CSC has holiday Youth Ballet has delighted Regional Medical Center, and fun for everyone to enjoy. audiences for over 10 years, The usical, running and features a cast of 60 through December 15 in the talented dancers from Morris, Sitnik Theatre in the David Sussex, and Warren Counties. and Carol Lackland Center, The NJCYB’s Nutcracker is Charles Dickens’ classic gets unique thanks to the narration the full Broadway treatment by Janine Byrnes who tells by the Broadway team of the story from the perspective Alan Menken (Beauty and of young Clara Stahlbaum. the Beast, Little Mermaid,), Tickets for A Christ- Lynn Ahrens (Ragtime, mas Carol are $27.50 for Seussical) and Mike Ockrent adults on Matinees and Fri- (Crazy For You, Me and My days and $29.50 on Saturdays Girl). with discounts for seniors, A Christmas Carol students and children under retains its emotional power 12. and pure joy, thanks to the Thursday evening marvelously-told story filled tickets are $27.50 with a with beautiful melodies and two-for-one Family Night emotional lyrics that ran for discount when purchased at 10 years in Madison Square the door. Garden. The Star Ledger Tickets for the says, “Centenary Stage Com- Young Performers Workshop pany grandly picks up where Winter Festival of Shows are Madison Square Garden left $12.50 for adults and $10 for off.” children under 12. Perfor- Wrapping up 2013, mance times vary from Dec. Centenary Stage Company’s 13-22 at The Little Theater Young Performer’s Work- on the campus of Centenary YPW’s 2009 Production of Grease. Photo: Pat Lanciano shop presents the Winter College. For a detailed sched- Festival of Shows Dec. 15-22 ule of times and shows visit in the Little Theater on the centenarystageco.org. Campus of Centenary Col- Tickets for The lege. This season’s musical Nutcracker are $25.00 for Or- theatre extravaganza will chestra seating, $22.50 in the feature Grease, The Wiz, and Balcony and $15 for children Christmas is Comin’ Uptown. under 10 seated anywhere YPW has been called “The in the theatre. Performance most professional kids troupe times are Friday, Dec. 20 at 7 around!” by the Star Led- p.m., Saturday, Dec. 21 at 2 ger. The workshop has been p.m. and 7 p.m and Sunday, led by Broadway, film and Dec. 22 at 3 pm. in the Sitnik television veteran, Michael Theater. Blevins, for 20 years. The Tickets may be purchased Young Performers Workshop online at www.centena- is dedicated to the enrich- rystageco.org, at the CSC ment of young lives through Box Office in The Lackland experience in the theatre arts, Center at 715 Grand Ave in The Nutcracker with Elisabeth Holowchuk. Photo: Dorothy and serves as a venue for Hackettstown, or by calling Wasserman cultivating young performers 908-979-0900. The Box Of- 9 The Arts Polaroid Stories: A metamorphosis of damaged youth

By: Sarah DeGeorge

Do you ever wonder what it would be like living on the streets? While many are reading this article in a nice cozy environment, there are individuals in the world living in less than desirable situations, and surrounded by substance abuse, and left to fend for themselves. What happens when still-impressionable young adults find themselves in this predicament? Would they be able to rise above their situation, or would they be damaged? these situations by finding but make the show that much a wonderful educational op- their characters are a part of Centenary Col- their “inner light,” or suc- richer and real.” portunity for our students.” and the audience sees.” lege student performers are cumb to them. The use of The students Briana Klingaman, Klingaman and presenting Polaroid Stories, a gods, goddesses, and human performing are not the only dramaturge or theatrical the others involved in the play by Naomi IIzuka, which interaction in the form of ones excited about bringing advisor for the production production, hope the audi- involves a theatrical twist on mythology tells a deeper tale this play to the Centenary of Polaroid Stories, also ence will be able to connect Ovid’s Metamorphoses. of the rise and fall of humans community, but the director added that as the dramaturge, to the characters, and their Polaroid Stories in the harshest situations. and dramaturge of Polaroid her job was to collect and struggles. deals with the hardships of The pain and emo- Stories are equally excited gather information about Klingaman added,“My hope homelessness, substance tions involved in this perfor- giving this play life and the playwright, history, time for the audience is to see abuse, and the struggles of mance could not be created allowing the students to be- period, and anything else that that through Greek myth and living on the streets while only by studying a character come their roles and entertain is deemed important to the Metamorphoses, Naomi IIzu- closely relating the story to at a basic level. The perform- the Centenary community. production team and actors. ka took real people, real situ- Greek mythology. The play ers of this play spent count- Prof. Stephen Davis, This process allowed for a ations, and real atmospheres revolves around the idea less hours studying the the the director, stressed how well-educated group of indi- to create a play that leaves of the metamorphosis that script, characters, and even deeply the student actors viduals who are able to get the audience questioning the comes with the growth of the mythology to truly grasp the have been studying and into character, and perform a world that surrounds them characters through story-tell- correlation between living on researching their roles to per- realistic portrayal of life on and that through darkness, a ing during the hardships with the streets with all the emo- fect how they are supposed the streets. person can find an inner light which they are faced. tional pain included, and then to portray the character. He In having worked when they are ready to or The story is about growing with the character added that the performance closely with the actors, she when they discover it.” 12 young adults living on to produce a well-rounded, will be a great addition to the was able to give some detail Polaroid Stories was the streets and dealing with emotional, and, most impor- fall lineup at Centenary by on what to expect from the scheduled to runfrom Oct. drugs, abuse, and in harm’s tant, believable performance. adding an educational and actors themselves. Klingaman 31 to Nov. 3 in The Little way. Polaroid Stories gives Brittany Weinstein, theatrical look at this very said, “Through research, col- Theater in the Seay Building it another layer by adding a performer who plays Echo, touchy situation. laboration, and discovery, the on campus: Greek mythology to the said, “During pre-production Davis said, “Taking actors have the opportunity to Thurs. 7:30 p.m., Friday.and growth of these young adults we went through a lot of Ovid’s Metamorphoses and take risks, make choices, and Sat., 8 p.m., Sunday, 7 p.m. on their journeys or “transfor- character analysis and real- filtering it through the screen ultimately create the world mations.” izing our connection to the of a modern youthful setting The idea is that show and character. We where individuals are sucked Check out student discounts through pain and suffering, reached a lot of emotional into the dangerous, debilitat- for theatrical productions on campus. the characters must learn to levels that sometimes were ing, and destructive world of Expand your exposure to theatre. grow and either rise above uncomfortable to express, living on the street, provides 10 The Arts Comic Con: Meeting Marvel Comics’ Stan Lee!

of literature in my hand that characters possible. the event would do. And By CJ Carter #57 (which is the first appear- would help shape the future This man redefined because there is something In October, I got to ance of the Marvel Comics of comic books, literature, what comic literature was and for everybody at this event, go to the New York Comic superhero Hawkeye). television and film; not to is, and since his bold actions it is worth going, and I can- Con at the Javits Center in We finally found a mention a countless number in the field occurred, comic not wait until next year’s Manhattan, for all four days copy in very fine condition of merchandise articles. literature is now considered convention. of the event, a pop culture and purchased it for a very But for me, the most an important means of story- for those of you extravaganza, featuring good price, which we would important and memorable telling. interested in attending a comic books, video games, later have signed by Stan event of this convention— For me, this was the convention such as this, but literature and film; all being Lee. that made the entire conven- highlight of the entire event. are not sure you will like it tied together by incorporating We met many, many tion worth doing—was being But each person can walk or not, you can search for theatrical elements. “fanboys” (i.e., people like able to meet Stan Lee! away with a different experi- other conventions that may A total of three me. who have a love of and Even though his line ence each time. For some, be closer to your area. And floors housed famous people dedication to their favorite involved an hour and a half meeting Sylvester Stallone for those true “believers and a huge crowd of fans of type of pop culture), along wait, it was worth it, to meet or getting their photo taken out” there, I hope that next the “Con.” with “Cosplayers,” fans that him and get my first appear- with the Batmobile may be year you will be waiting Although there go all out in creating exact ance of Hawkeye signed, the most important part of the eagerly at your computer in was an enormous number of replica costumes of their along with my Incredible event. For others, wearing a order to purchase your four activities, I can only detail a favorite character from film, Hulk #181 (the first appear- costume or just being able day passes. I will. few. cartoons, comic books, and ance of Wolverine) signed by to go to the convention I went with my pretty much anything you can the man that made all of these and experience the awe of uncle and cousin; each day think of. These Cosplayers’ we took the train into the city costumes were exception- at 7:30 a.m. to ensure that ally beautiful, incorporating we’d be waiting at the gate the same fabrics that would before the convention center be used in the time period of opened, when thousands of the characters, down to how pop culture fans flooded into many lace holes that they had Revisiting Hannah and Her Sisters, a the Javits center at a steady on their boots. These lavish pace. As we ascended the costumes only enriched the great Thanksgiving film moving stairs, we entered a experience for people like wonderland of pop culture me, who have a passion- Directed by Woody Allen allure! ate love for pop culture and Run time: 1 hour 43 minutes My cousin told us comic books in general. that he was going to wait in On display, I saw By Chris Bello line at the Marvel booth in and felt objects which I never thought I would be able to order to get the exclusive The opening to tedly, are ones that we have when Hannah tells her fam- hold in my hands. As a huge collectibles that were being Hannah and Her Sisters seen before. A husband is in ily about the play A Doll’s comic book fan, you could released. He would wait does exactly what more films love with his wife’s sister, the House, which she is soon ask me a first appearance of there for the next four hours, should do, start with: conflict. sister that was once on drugs to star in, and the life she any character and I would while my uncle and I found Immediately, we learn that tries to turn her life around, describes that she had before, most likely be able to tell you our way to the exhibit booths. Elliot(Michael Cane, better and the mom tries to feel is very similar to the life of what their first appearance The first items that known these days as Alfred young again--all told between the protagonist in the famous was and the year that it came were purchased, which would from The Dark Knight tril- two Thanksgivings. (Or is it play. out. So the first appearances set the pace of our entire stay, ogy), the husband of Hannah three?) The film is also fun- of these characters mean a were tickets for Stan Lee’s (Mia Farrow, Rosemary’s The conflicts are ny with an example being a lot to me, and I never would autograph. (For readers who Baby), is in love with her also resolved in a familiar Tolstoy quote, then in a flash, have thought that I would be are unaware, Stan Lee is the sister Lee (Barbara Hershey, way. But it is director Woody going straight to The Thinker able to see or hold an Amaz- creator of Marvel Comics.) the crazy mom from Black Allen who makes it feel with Woody Allen saying that ing Fantasy #15 (the first The booths were Swan). What is so wonder- brand new and gives it an all these philosophers, in the appearance of Spider-Man, spaced so everyone could ful is that there is no beating unparalleled amount of heart. end, did not know more than which has sold for over $1 move around the floor and around the bush in terms of Allen has always understood we do. million in mint condition). see everything that there was story; it immediately puts how people talk and that In the end, Hannah and Although an uninterested to see. Giant marquees hung you in the story and does not people have complex feel- Her Sisters is a film that gets reader may find this corny, from the ceiling (down each let go until the end. Thank- ings and interests, and that is the concept of a family right. as I held this book in my isle) showing in bold print fully this movie so funny and seen full frontal here in both It is funny, heartfelt, and a hand I felt a sense of ac- which isle you were walk- absorbing that one would not drama and comedy. great Thanksgiving film ing in. We had a goal—to complishment: holding one want it any other way. A prime example is purchase a Tales of Suspense of the most important pieces These conflicts, admit- in the beginning of the film 11 Campus 12 Campus Our library doesn’t have it? All is not lost: Interlibrary Loan to Creative pizzas a dining hall hit the rescue

By Guy Wolkwitz By Anthony Biango The Taylor Me- Centenary’s partner libraries; Over the past few about asking him, at first. “I as one of the major improve- morial Library has myriad it includes a fully-functional years, with the introduc- thought it might insult him. ments to the cafeteria. “He reading and research materi- search bar that makes broad tion of the David and Carol . I didn’t know how he’d makes all the dough, changes als to choose from and what or specific searches easy. Lackland Center, the cafeteria feel about taking up pizza the crusts. It all has to do it doesn’t have, it can readily Once a book and its loca- has been transformed into a instead of cooking, but he with how much he stretches make available to any student tion are found, as long as the haven for hungry students, was thrilled. He’s happy, I’m the dough, how much yeast who takes advantage of an books is available, an online faculty, and staff. happy, and the students are he adds. It’s really an art. interlibrary loan. request form will pop up that One of the major ad- happy.” said Gonia. He looks at things like the The Interlibrary the student can complete and ditions to the dining hall was This past summer, weather to know if he should Loan Program allows stu- make the order final. After the pizza bar, headed by chef the cafeteria changed a lot of increase or decrease the dents to request material from that is done, only a few days Jamie Hadgkiss. Hadgkiss its menus and recipes. While yeast. He does everything he other libraries which can be of shipping and a walk to owned his own pizzeria, Poor looking for new things to add can to make our pizzas the shipped to theirs and checked the library will be all that Boys Pizza in Mansfield for to the cafeteria, Hadgkiss best.” out for any standard loan separates the student from 18 years before joining the made suggestions for new In addition to period. Interlibrary loans are the resource. If you have any cafeteria staff at Centenary pizzas, and sometimes makes Hadgkiss’ pizza, the caf- actually quite simple to set questions regarding the inter- College. ones that he thinks up on eteria has also introduced up. library loan service, contact After the Lackland the fly. “I love making new a Chartwell’s company, The library’s web- Taylor Memorial Library at Center was built, director pizzas every day. You get Penne Pizza for the month of site has a link to a database of (908) 852-1400 x2345. of Dining Services, Linda inspired by different things. October. Every Monday will Gonia, decided it was time to I really like making the feature a new pasta pizza. If relieve pressure placed on mittees such as food, safety, upgrade the pizza program. Mexican pizza; it gives the they do well they will most us three individuals,” said and campus programs. The Gonia thought Hadgkiss cafeteria a little flair.” likely be rotated in and out Coons. Student Senate includes Jesse would be the perfect fit for Gonia credits during future months, Gonia Plans call for the Goleman, Jessie Sharr, Keith the position, but was nervous Hadgkiss’ passion for pizza said. student senate to create a Salkind , Michael Clinton, presence on campus and get Dustin Pierce, Victoria Pu- supportive. involved in the campus com- lido, Jannee Davis, Katherine Establishing a senate munity. “I want the campus Tolla , Naimah Spells, Evan is not a task that happens community to know their Bray , Jeong GiPpeum, SGA senate formed overnight. This project was senators so that they can con- Marquay Mayo, Matt Coons, By Juan Arias Khouri’s, but he isn’t alone. sult them with any concern or Kevin Moncada, Julian Samantha Davis, president of need,” said Khouri. Munoz, Amanda Deppa, SGA and secretary Amanda The next step is to include the Dakyeong Kim, and JiYean The Student Gov- makers on campus directly to Coons have been helpful senators in different com- ernment Association has been Lee students. in assisting in every way, in need of a senate for some The response so far has according to Khouri. “ They time now, and this fall semes- been excellent. Students have help to keep me on track and ter, it has worked things out. shown great interest, attend- make sure everything gets “We knew we needed some- ing meetings and already done; without them, this proj- thing more than what we’ve taking leadership roles. This ect would still be a dream,” had in the past,” said vice- position creates new win- said Khouri. The SGA team president Quinn Khouri. At dows for peers to reach out has shown a lot of teamwork the first general meeting of to the student representatives since the start. the semester Khouri referred with issues or concerns. “I am here to to this senate project as his Micheal give advice, support, and “baby,” and was very excited Clinton, a freshman, said help Quinn out in any way to make it happen. “I’m very excited to work needed,” said Davis when What students can with SGA; I want to have a asked about her role in this expect from this project is connection with my peers and project. Having more voices that students would have relay any issue or concern to in decisions and future events much better communica- higher-ups in administrative will only help the SGA team tion all across campus. The positions.” reach different areas of the senatorial representatives will Regarding faculty student body. “I think the work efficiently to relay the and staff, Khouri said that whole concept of a senate is message from the decision An energetic team of senators for SGA Photo: Juan Arias they have been nothing but very efficient, and will help 13 Campus Commuter Council organizes

By Sarah DeGeorge night, and this can discourage for commuters is to have the commuters from attending numbers we need to do so.” Com•mut•er them. In the past, we have Stephanie Thomp- (kəˈmyu tər) n. 1. a person requested that events be held son, a commuter, said “I am who travels regularly from at earlier times to make them looking forward to seeing the one place to another. . more convenient for commut- commuters rise up and make WNTI fund drive This is the familiar er students.” This has been an themselves known. The Com- term by which many Cen- on-going issue. muters Council is a great way tenary students (half the The hope for the for this to happen.” successful students on campus) describe Commuter Council is that the “I got the presiden- By Nick Machuga themselves during the course 2013-2014 school year will cy by taking over the Council The campus radio donation. of their studies at Centenary bring growth and expansion when the student who station, 91.9 FM, WNTI, A $250 pledge can College. From the beginning to the club. Getting the word founded it decided to leave it. holds a fund drive twice a win the listener a two-hour paperwork, to the sticker on out, and getting commuters To me, it seemed important year, in October and in May. on-air slot as a guest DJ with the side of our cars, it is very involved is a crucial part in to have a commuter group on WNTI is a public the radio personality of their obvious who they are. They the success of this organiza- campus, so I decided to step radio station, meaning it does choice! Premium donations go to their classes, grab a bite tion. Chudley hopes that the up and keep the Commuter not have endorsements from of $250 also can win a T- to eat, and then travel back large number of commuters Council alive!” said Chudley advertisers, but does have shirt, or WNTI jacket. home either to relax or work. will be sufficient and make Those interested in what is called underwriting, The most recent Being a commuter Commuter Council a success becoming a part of the Com- which carries certain limita- fund drive raised $74,100! does have its financial perks this upcoming year. muter Council should email tions. The radio station is also (sans the cost of gasoline) of Commuter Council has plans Alyson Chudley at chud- The station also has hosting a Saturday night not having to pay for housing for a Halloween Bash, and is [email protected], a partial involvement with Blues Concert, with a (if you live with mom and talking about a Hometown and also be on the lookout NPR (national public radio) performance by the Todd dad), no substantial cost for Holiday, and there has been for meetings which run one and has a reach in three Wolfe Band at the Blairstown meal plans, and not having some brainstorming on other Tuesday a month at 4:00 states. Historic Theatre. The blues to deal with roommate hor- commuter events. p.m. in the Student Activity WNTI is motivates night concert is also a benefit ror stories, but it also has a Chudley said, “The key Center. listeners to pledge by giv- show for the station. Be sure stigma attached to it as well. to making positive changes ing donors membership and to come out and show your As commut- rewards, depending on the support! ers, there is a detachment from the school in not always being involved in what is going on. Commuters tend A campus moment to feel that making friends is more difficult, and also know less of what is going on, on campus, than residents. Some may not feel this a problem because of other obligations, but others who wish to be more involved can become discouraged by hearing about their resident peers getting involved and meeting people. While many other colleges might not address this issue, Centenary College gives commuters a place to meet people, and a club to call their own: the Commuter Council. Commuters make up a large portion of the student body at Centenary, and could benefit from involvement and a place to voice commuter- specific issues. Alyson Chudley, president of the Commuter Council said, “Many events Junior Ronald Reid Jr. shows Centenarians some footage for a class film, “What students do on campus.” Photo: Dan Casserly on campus are held late at

Campus 14 15 Campus Hunger games event: Will you get enough to eat? By Juan Arias

Your seat. Your death, obviously, as in the meal. It’s all determined by film. the hand you are dealt. Cent Cinema will be Student Activities is featuring The Hunger Games holding a two day “Hunger film the night before the Games” competitive event banquet. This will prepare the on Nov. 12 and 13. The event students for banquet activities is based on hunger banquets, the following day. Walker intended to bring hunger- said that when going back awareness and demonstrate to the drawing board, they that some individuals have considered what would affect enough and others don’t. students the most. Inspired by the When 50 student leaders movie The Hunger Games, involved in various clubs and the banquet has already cre- activities on campus were ated attention and many are asked if they had ever at- looking forward to the event. tended the previous program “We wanted to – none of them had. replace the Empty Bowl din- The Hunger Games ner with something students banquet program is decribed would enjoy and truly learn being a lot like life. Some from,” said Emily Walker will be triumphant, while oth- director of Programming and ers will struggle. Depending Service. The Empty Bowl on the draw, you can either dinner was a project to fight end up at a table with little to hunger, which invited a guest nothing or, if you’re lucky, at to choose a hand-painted a table with an abundance of bowl and a choice of soup goods. provided by a local busi- Students can expect ness. All guests were given a fun night that will be the option to donate $5 or beneficial and educational. a non-perishable item, and “If one student walks away all proceeds were given to from it and says, ‘There are Trinity Church. However, the children going to bed hungry number participants had less- in Warren County, one of the ened, fueling this new idea. wealthiest states, I need to Although the event do something,’ then we have and the film have similar accomplished our goal,” said concepts, the slight difference Emily Walker. is that there is no fight to the

S.O.S. for EMS By Nick Machuga The First aid squad Pre certification is on campus could use your required. If you or someone help! At the moment, only you know has the credentials one student, and one adminis- and/or is interested, get in trator make up the team. touch with EMS on campus When there is a call by contacting Melanie Thiel, on campus, the team usually at thielm@centenarycollege. goes first to evaluate, in addi- edu tion to calling an ambulance. 16 Sports Time for an ex- Athletic roundup By Dan Casserly panded weight/ Priscilla Ortiz was big wins against Cedar Crest Junior goalkeeper, Megan recently named Division III College (9-1), Notre Dame of Williams, had her third shut- South Region Runner of the Maryland University (7-0), out of the season. The girls workout room? Week by the Eastern College and Cairn University (4- came up with a loss against Athletic Conference and Co- 1). Junior Samantha Sysak Cabrini College. lonial States Athletic Confer- earned a spot on the CSAC The Cyclone Volley- ence Runner of the Week for By Joe Bartolini Women’s College Soccer ball team is still looking for the second this fall. The wrestling team with another treadmill on the Honor Roll with her all- its first win. Graduating five At the Jack St. Clair had another standout season, way, according to Centenary around good play. seniors from last year, the Memorial meet, she ran the placing third in the country at College’s director of athletics Sysak, juniors Cara team is in a rebuilding stage. second-fastest 6K time in the annual NWCA National Billy Jo Blackwell. Holmes and Laura Potter, and Senior Chelsea Hoffmann, school history. There, she ran Duals; the men’s lacrosse Some students (and sophomore Lorraine Dedrick juniors Myriah Jade, Dooin a time of 25:57.98, placing team had a record-breaking athletes) have taken gym were key players in the win Kang, Miso Kang, Manami nine out of 95, and having season, taking second in memberships off-campus in over Cairn University. Hol- Jindo, and Christy Dias, with the fastest time of all D-III the conference with a 11-1 order to get a better workout, mes scored off of a penalty the help of sophomore Van- runners. She has posted home record, and the men’s because of what they see as a kick. Junior Becky Camp essa McKellar, and freshman four top-15 finishes this fall, and women’s soccer teams lack of space and equipment. had three goals and impres- Jamie Bierbaum, Na’imah including the Cyclone’s last are having great success this A better facility sive seven total points in the Spells, Necolean Morrero, three meets. year. could even raise the level win against Notre Dame of Laura Alvarado, and Jessika The girl’s soccer The women were, at of our athletics and could Maryland University. Beahm are making big plays team’s league record has press time, 5-2-1 in confer- be used as a great recruiting Also scoring, were for the team. improved to 5-3-1in league ence, and the men, 4-1 in tool. A room specifically for Dedrick, Sysak, sophomore play and is coming off some their conference; both are in athletes would benefit stu- Becky D’Angelo, and Potter. the hunt for a conference title dents who do not participate this 2013-2014 season. in athletics, as well. Giving These are just a few athletes their own place to lift Family Fest fun examples of athletic excel- would free up space for all lence at the college. students to get a better overall Is it time for a workout. Such an improve- more expanded weight/ex- ment could encourage people ercise room? The current who don’t currently work one, some students think, is out to start a lifting or cardio a bit small and lacks some program. essential equipment, although You can’t buy your a new treadmill and elliptical health, but you can take cer- machine have been added, tain steps to stay healthy.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Activities at Family Fest, Alumni Weekend. Photo courtesty campus PR office