Jazz Duo Swings Into Scranton by Gerard Nolan the University

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THE STUDENT VOICE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON Jazz duo swings into Scranton By Gerard Nolan The University. News Editor “Wycliffe has been the pride of Vaclav Nelhybel, and the best If You Go... friend The University of Scranton Trombonist Wycliffe Gordon has had,” Boga said, referring to • Who? Trombonist Wycliffe Gordon and pia- and pianist Eric Reed, together as the school’s former composer-in- the ensemble “WE,” will perform residence. “There’s nothing musi- nist Eric Reed as the jazz duo “WE” at The University in a concert held cally he can’t do. He’s reinvented • When? Oct. 18 at 7:30 p.m. at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 18 in the Houli- the jazz vocabulary for the trom- han-McLean Center. bone.” • Where? Houlihan-McLean Center, located on According to a University press GORDON REED Gordon has garnered numerous the corner of Jefferson and Mulberry release, the award-winning trom- awards, including the Jazz Journal- bonist travels the world, perform- site. ists Association’s “Trombonist of ing and recording with many re- “Name a jazz legend, and they the Year” award for five years, ac- nowned jazz musicians. Gordon revere him,” said Cheryl Boga, cording to his Web site. He played with Winton Marsa- companied the concert choir last works as a composer, conductor, director of performance mu- Gordon and Reed come togeth- lis’ septet, which allowed him a year on piano during their perfor- arranger, educator and musical sic. “Scranton comes first in his er as “WE” — short for Wycliffe great amount of exposure. He has mance of Ray’s piece, studied un- ambassador. heart. It really is his Alma Mater. and Eric. recorded several albums of his der Reed. One of Gordon’s aims is to edu- He’s done stuff with every large Reed, who provides the per- jazz piano compositions. He has “(Reed) plays like a monster,” cate others about music. He in- ensemble we have—from com- cussion aspect of the duo, began also performed with University Boga added. “He’s just an incred- structs young musicians all over posing to performing to teaching playing piano at 2 years old, ac- music ensembles. ible player, and there is nobody I the world, ranging from elemen- master classes. He’s brought his cording to his Web site, and he be- “Eric Reed accompanied our love to hear play gospel music or tary to university students. He own groups to play. He’s done it gan formal lessons at 5. He began choir during our first performance even serious hard-swinging jazz teaches at master classes, clinics, all.” touring the world at 18 and has of the (Robert Ray) Gospel Mass piano than Eric Reed.” workshops, children’s concerts In 2007, Gordon accepted an performed with numerous notable when Aaron Diehl was still in high The concert is free and open to and lectures, according to his Web honorary doctoral degree from musicians. school,” Boga said. Diehl, who ac- the public. KSOM students plunge into reality with Recruiting Expo

By Ashley Teatum other in an effective and conve- tremendous draw of companies,” Managing Editor nient manner. Students had the said Matthew Tirella, a senior chance to meet with businesses philosophy and accounting ma- While many University stu- to learn about the firms present. jor from Holmdel, N.J. “It gives dents spent the past week pre- Eager students were also encour- the students a real advantage paring for midterm exams and aged to bring up-to-date copies when working through the job papers, others donned their best of their resumes. search process.” business attire and greeted their On the other hand, it was an As Scranton’s Business Club potential futures in the DeNaples easy way for the firms at the Web site says, “The goal of the Center. EXPO to meet with students Fall Recruiting Expo is to provide The Kania School of Manage- whom they could potentially a forum for University of Scran- ment hosted its annual Recruiting hire in a year or — in the case of ton undergraduate and graduate EXPO Oct. 2, designed to allow seniors — a few months’ time. students to make contact with students and companies to inter- “The business expo was a leading employers regarding in- act and learn more about each worthwhile experience that had ternships and full-time employ- ment.” And even some of the smaller businesses are represented at the EXPO. ‘Letters to Sala’ “You do have the chance to talk to people, but you do also get research on companies that Jewish girl’s words transcend ages may not have the big names, but still have the job traits and expertise you’re looking for,” Tirella said. Firms and students also had the chance to meet one-on-one in personal interviews, held in Brennan Hall. This allowed for rapid responses between students and firms. It was also another convenience factor added to the day. Scranton alumni also return to campus for the EXPO—but this time, they’re not the ones dis- tributing their resumes. Instead, they give back to The Universi- ty, perhaps taking a look at the caliber of students the school is producing. “A significant portion of the Ashley Teatum / Managing Editor recruiters were alumni,” Tirella THE QUESTION depicted above is answered in the letters, said. “They’ve been there, done postcards and other primary-source documents featured that, and they’re here to support in the Heritage Room’s display of “Letters to Sala: A Young the students.” Dennis Monaghan / Photo Editor Woman’s Life in Nazi Labor Camps,” a traveling exhibit A reception and dinner at UNIVERSITY STUDENTS benefited from the annual Kania from the New York Public Library. The exhibit will remain the Radisson Hotel followed the School of Management Recruiting EXPO, where they could in the fifth floor of the library until Oct. 28. For full story, events of the long day of job meet with more than 20 firms. Companies hailed from many see page 3. searching. states, including Pennsylvania, Maryland and New York, and even Ohio and Nebraska. NOTABLE QUOTABLE “We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light.” — Plato

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Photos by Dennis Monaghan, Ashley Teatum EACH WEEK we showcase a photo and leave it up to you to add a caption. The best caption, selected by our editors, is placed with the photo in the next week’s issue, along with a new photo. Send your captions to aquinas- Crossword courtesy of MCT Campus [email protected]. Aquinas THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2008 NEWS 3 University University displays ‘Letters to Sala’ exhibit By Kait Moore dear father and dear mother, together with all the mail I received Events Staff Writer from home, starting from the first minute that I left for camp. All Practice Your Stock During her five years in Nazi along, I watched it and guarded it internment camps, holocaust Skills: The University of like the eyes in my head, since it survivor Sala Garncarz managed was my greatest treasure.” Scranton hosts a student to salvage a collection of letters, stock trading competition. Determined to keep the col- photographs, postcards and of- lection with her from camp-to- The event will last from ficial documents that helped her Oct. 15, 2008 through April camp, Garncarz hid it from Nazi survive World War II. inspectors during line-ups, buried 15, 2009. The student These first-hand historical it under buildings and passed it whose portfolio earns the documents, which are now being between friends. highest value by 4 p.m. on exhibited on the fifth floor of The Correspondence between April 15 will win a $1,000 University’s Weinberg Memorial Garncarz and her family was fi- cash prize. For more Library, are an extremely vivid nally stopped in August 1943 by information or to enter the and personal account of the Holo- the Nazis who no longer allowed caust from a young girl’s perspec- communication between camps. competition please contact tive. Dr. Lord at 941-4208. Two years later, Garncarz and her The letters document the emo- two sisters, who were her only tional and physical hardships she : USPB surviving family members, were Stand-Up Comedy endured, as well as the relation- liberated and reunited. Garncarz presents Geoff Keith, ships she struggled to maintain moved to the United States. DeNaples theater, Oct. 18 with her loved ones back home. Garncarz kept her letters hid- at 8 p.m. An iPod Shuffle, In 1940, the then 16-year-old den for decades until passing and other prizes, will be Garncarz was ordered to report them down to her daughter, Ann, from her home in Sosnowiec, Po- raffled. Raffle tickets may in 1992. Ashley Teatum / Managing Editor be purchased from 11 a.m. land, to Geppersdorf labor camp. From these original documents, During the first two years of Copies of the letters, photographs, postcards and official docu- to 1 p.m. on Oct. 15 and one gets a glimpse into the real ments of former Nazi labor camp prisoner Sala Garncarz are her internment, Garncarz commu- scenarios and emotions experi- displayed on the fifth floor of the Weinberg Memorial Library. 16 on the second floor of nicated with her friends and fam- DeNaples, all profits will enced by Holocaust victims. The exhibit will run through Oct. 28, and it is free and open to ily back home frequently. Garncarz’s sister Raizel de- the public. benefit the soldiers in Iraq. Her letters are primarily written scribes the profound impact of continues our commitment to The exhibit can be seen in the in German so Nazi censors could their correspondence when she Bat Symposium: The 38th easily monitor the messages. The commemorating the Holocaust Heritage Room of the Weinberg wrote, “Once more, we live for through special programming in Memorial Library until Oct. 28. annual North American letters served as a type of survival your letters.” mechanism for Garncarz, and she conjunction with the Holocaust For information on The Univer- Symposium on Bat The exhibit, curated by Jill Vex- Education Resource Center,” said sity’s showing of the exhibit, con- Research will be held at relied on them heavily for endur- ler, was originally shown at the ance. Charles Kratz, dean of the library tact Michael Knies at kniesm2@ The University, form Oct. New York Public Library in 2006. and information fluency, in a press scranton.edu. In a letter to her sister, Garncarz “This traveling exhibition 22 to the 25. Dr. Gary wrote, “I have the pictures of our release. Kwiecinski, of the biology department, is one of this year’s organizers. For more information please Scholar to Student to walk across Pennsylvania to contact Dr. Kwiecinski at [email protected]. give talk raise awareness, money for breast cancer Alpha Sigma Nu Lecture: Robert D’Alessandri M.D., will deliver the fourth on effects By Matthew Vita regular treatments. reasons or lack of insurance,” Oli- Editor in Chief Now, years later, the students’ ver said. annual Alpha Sigma Nu aunt, Dorothy Moore, suffers from Oliver and her sister believe The Alumni Club lecture, With Breast Cancer Awareness the disease as well. University can help in their fight. The DeNaples Theater, of hip-hop Month now in full swing, at least “Watching someone suffer They plan to sell T-shirts to Oct. 25 at 5 p.m. The through the effects of cancer is raise money for their charity. The by Michael Shimko one University student is taking lecture is free of charge. strides to make a difference. something I wish no one had to go shirts will cost $15 and may be Staff Writer Jennifer Oliver, a senior crimi- through,” Oliver wrote in a letter purchased in the DeNaples Cen- nal justice major, and her sister to Aquinas. “But, unfortunately, ter on Oct. 23 from 11 a.m. until Harry Mullin Lecture: In collaboration with North- Julianne plan to walk across Penn- people do it every day.” 2 p.m. Dr. Howard Gardner will eastern Pennsylvania Diversity sylvania in an attempt to raise Not only have the Oliver sis- Students who miss the sale can speak on his Multiple Education Consortium (NEP- money for the fight against breast ters felt breast cancer’s effect on still buy a shirt by filling out an Intelligences theory in the DEC), The University will be cancer. a family, but they also understand order form — available below — Houlihan-McLean Center, the host of a lecture concern- In addition to their trek, planned the importance of regular treat- and returning it, with the $15, to Oct. 30 at 8.p.m. The ing hip-hop and culture. The for June of 2009, the sisters began ments for the disease. Patricia Cummings in the Student lecture, entitled “The Influ- lecture is free of charge. a non-profit organization, Flyte & FMWAPA aims to earn $100,000, Activities office, or by visiting ence of Hip-Hop in a Culture For more information Moore Walk Across Pennsylvania which will be donated to the their Web site, www.flytemoore- of Communication,” will be please call 941-5873. (FMWAPA), in order to raise mon- Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer walkpa.org. given by Dr. Celeste A. Fisher. ey for breast cancer research and Foundation, which will then use University students even re- It will be held in Collegiate Hall for uninsured women who require 25 percent of the money to help ceive free shipping if they provide Study in Italy: Dr. Virginia in Redington Hall at 9 a.m. on treatment. fund research and the remaining an on or off campus residence ad- Picchietti and Dr. Marzia Oct. 22. Breast Cancer has hit home for 75 percent to help underprivileged dress. Caporale have announced Dr. Fisher is currently the the Oliver sisters. women suffering from the dis- For more information about a summer study abroad 2008-09 Diversity Institute Their grandmother, Evelyn ease. Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Florence, Italy. The Visiting Scholar at Misericor- Flyte, died of the disease well be- “Our concern is when women please visit www.cms.komen. program will run from June dia University. She is also the fore the students were born be- detect breast cancer, but push off com. author of the book “Black on 1 to June 26. The first cause she couldn’t afford to take treatment because of financial information meeting for Black: Urban Youth Films and the program will be held the Multicultural Audience,” Monday, Oct. 6, from 6 to which explores the role that films play in the “meaning- Flyte & Moore Walk Across Pennsylvania 7 p.m. in O’Hara 306. For making process.” She has also more information send written extensively on such T-Shirt Order Form an e-mail to picchiettv1 topics as race and representa- or caporalem2. tion, urban studies and iden- Name: ______tity politics. She received her To submit an announce- B.A. from Syracuse University, ment to University Events, her M.S. from the State Uni- Phone Number: ______e-mail [email protected] versity of New York at Buffalo and her Ph.D. from New York University. Address: ______Interested in NEPDEC is an organization consisting of 33 local busi- Size: ____sm ____med ____lrg ____xl technology or nesses and institutions that hold programs and lectures to science? promote multiculturalism and Color: ____white ____ pink build an all-inclusive, welcom- ing community. NEPDEC plans on holding Quantity: _____ Contact similar lectures later in the Brian Tenazas: year. The Office of Equity and Diversity is also involved with Method of Payment ($15 per shirt): ____cash ____check this lecture. The office co-spon- tenazasb2 sors all lectures and programs Please place payment and order form in a seal envelope with @scranton.edu. held on campus related to mul- Please see “HIP” page 10 your name and address on the front. 4 AQUINAS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2008

Editorial Board Serving The University and Matthew Vita Editor in Chief Ashley Teatum Managing Editor community since 1931 Brian Tenazas Forum Editor Substance over style keeps VP debate tied

Almost every Biden (D) was viewed by an au- fear. As the only vice presiden- aspect of the 2008 dience of 69.9 million individu- tial debate, this setting was the Election has me- als, exceeding the viewership of only opportunity for the Ameri- andered off the set the first round of presidential can public to become acquaint- path of the expect- debates by a sum of forty mil- ed with the second-in-command ed, with Barack lion persons. Taking into ac- to the potential President of the Obama’s selection count the wide margin that ex- United States in a truly unfil- of Joe Biden, a typ- ists between these totals, it can tered manner. The second com- ical politician, as Rosemary be perceived that the majority ponent — fear — is inserted his running mate, Shaver of potential voters have become into the equation as a result of and the Vice-Pres- Staff Writer aware of the political platforms the current climate of change. idential Debate of of the presidential nominees Americans typically fear the Oct. 2 continued in a like man- from the running mates rather prospect of an uncertain future ner. Under a typical set of condi- than the nominees. So why, is and, with the economic, politi- tions, the end result of a vice- the American public so captivat- cal, and cultural climate of the presidential debate would be of ed by these two vice presidential United States being shaken form little to no consequence. How- nominees to be motivated, en its core foundation, Americans ever, in the present political cli- mass, to watch them debate? are wary of uncertainty. Thus, mate, it has become a matter of In evaluating the character of they are more willing to be at- the upmost importance. With the the two candidates for the vice Courtesy of MCT Campus tentive to matters of politics. recent passing of a $700 billion presidency, one would find them SEN. JOE BIDEN, left, and Gov. Sarah Palin face off in the only They have viewed these debates economic recovery bill by the an odd pairing, not contrasting vice-presidential debate of the season. in unprecedented numbers, with United States legislature, most much from Senators John Mc- victor to 35 percent for Gov. Pal- a great communicator lacking three-in-five American house- significant intervention into the Cain and Barack Obama. One in. The numbers were alternated in extensive experience or an holds having watched at least natural order of the U.S. econo- candidate possesses a great deal when voters were asked to eval- practiced leader falling short in one of the two debates. my since the Great depression, of political experience and wis- uate the likability factor. That terms of communication? Such I am not going to declare a the presence of ongoing conflict dom. The other is a charismatic, same survey group, when asked a question of individual prefer- unanimous winner to this vice in Iraq and a proverbial concern yet relatively inexperienced, which candidate was more like- ence is not within my capacity presidential debate, because over the gasoline market, this politician. Degree of experience, able, favored Sarah Palin 54 to properly evaluate, and is a such evaluations are a matter election will have a massive im- though, would not be a defining to 36 percent. Clearly, Senator question for each individual to of individual preferences and pact on the future prosperity factor in deciding the outcome Biden offered the more substan- assess. predetermined biases. But real- of the United States. Statistical of the vice presidential debate. tive responses to the inquiries So, what is the motivation ize the gravity of this election, data from the Neilson Media Re- However, according to a reac- of the debate’s moderator, but behind the interest in these par- look at the candidates and ask search Group determined that tion poll monitored by the CNN he did so in a typically passion- ticular vice-presidential candi- yourself what pair of nominees the Oct. 2 debate between vice news media network, 51 percent less manner. One must wonder, dates? I think that it has to do you would better trust to guide presidential nominees Governor of participants favored the ex- then, which is a more favorable with a combination of the hu- America out of this state of un- Sarah Palin (R) and Senator Joe perienced Senator Biden as the combination of qualities: to be man tendencies of curiosity and certainty. ‘U of S Youth Coaching Alliance’ sport character series Poor sportsmanship now the future True winners can teach honor, respect to others By Brendan Fuller In 2006, Epiphany Price, a By Jaime Morgan with runners on first and second. amazement, as tears flowed from Correspondent high school senior at Murray Correspondent The senior accomplished some- the eyes of each player on the Bergtraum High School, scored thing she had never done in her Western Oregon team. Central Remember the days when 113 points in a game against On Feb. 16, 2006, at Greece Ath- life. She hit her first home run Washington lost and was elimi- tossing the ball to the ref after Brandeis High School. Murray ena High School in Greece, N.Y., over the centerfield fence. Her nated by this act of sportsman- scoring a touchdown was the Bergtraum defeated Brandeis varsity basketball coach Jim John- dream was quickly struck down ship. This act went on to earn norm? Or when giving every- by a final score of 137-32. son decided to add team manag- when Sara missed first base, these three young women the one the same amount of time to No one can take away the er Jason McElwain, a senior with went back to tag it, and fell to 2008 ESPY Award for Moment of play in pee-wee basketball was fact that Price covered an amaz- autism, to the team’s roster for the dirt in pain. She had torn her The Year. an unspoken rule? How about ing feat by scoring 113 points, their final home game of the sea- ACL and couldn’t move. Had her Western Oregon Coach Pam the era when patting your play- but was her coach in the wrong son. McElwain, who didn’t speak own teammates helped her, she Knox told CBS’s Julie Chen, “it ers on the back after they came when allowing his team to win until he was five years old, had would have been called out. If a was a great story, something I’ll out of the game was the only by that much? Brandeis head never played in a varsity basket- pinch-runner were called in, the never forget.” acceptable form of criticism? coach, Vera Springer, thought ball game before. Although the dinger would be scored as a sin- Gary Federick, Central Wash- Well folks, those days have so. She said that by the end of game between Greece Athena gle. Amazingly, after asking the ington’s coach of 14 years called come and gone. The days of the game her team was play- and Spencerport was for the divi- umpire for permission, Central the act of sportsmanship “unbe- widespread sportsmanship are ing with no defenses and that sion title, Johnson gave McElwain Washington first baseman, Mal- lievable.” becoming a dying sentiment. Price’s skill level was equivalent a jersey and planned to let him lory Hortman, the all-time home These two stories are not only Many people across the world to someone picking on a handi- play if Greece Athena got a com- run leader in the Great Northwest about winning and losing divi- witnessed a display of poor capped person. It simply was fortable lead. Athletic Conference, and short- sion or conference titles. They are sportsmanship at the Beijing not fair. With four minutes left in stop Liz Wallace put their arms stark examples of how sports and Summer Olympic Games. This Mostly everyone is familiar the game, Greece Athena had a under Tucholsky’s legs as she put coaching are most importantly occurred when Swede Greco- with the on-field antics of NFL double-digit lead, and McElwain her arms over her opponents’ about character, integrity and Roman wrestler Ara Abraha- superstars Terrell Owens and headed to the scorer’s table to shoulders. The three girls went sportsmanship. Today, we tend mian threw down his bronze Chad Ocho Cinco. Their touch- check in. After missing a three- around the base paths, stopping to see professional, college and medal and exited the podium down celebrations each week- pointer and a lay-up, McElwain to let the injured Tucholsky touch high school athletes throwing after he felt he was cheated by end give them the top stories got “hot,” making six three-point- all the bases with her good leg. more punches than giving hand refs and judges in a semi-final on Sportscenter and are all the ers and one two-point shot, giv- The three-run homer counted slaps of congratulations. match against Andrea Minguzzi ing him 20 points in four minutes. hype the next day around the and Central Washington fans and Please see “HONOR” page 5 of Italy. water cooler. Greece Athena won the game, 79- coaches watched in pride and Abrahamian scolded the ref Yes, scoring touchdowns at 43. As the final buzzer rang, fans and judges before accepting his the rate they do each week- rushed the court in celebration bronze medal and then throw- end is an incredible feat, but and hoisted McElwain up on their ing it down in the middle of the shouldn’t they let their games shoulders. mat on which he lost. and skill levels speak for them- A month later, President Matters of this sort happen selves? George W. Bush met McElwain. all the time when players or What we have here are sev- He praised McElwain when he coaches get upset with a call eral cases of what most people met the basketball player, say- made by an official. However, call bad sportsmanship. Ac- ing, “…our country was capti- this act occurred on the great- cepting a call, playing fair, not vated by an amazing story on the est stage in the world, which blowing a team out and acting basketball court… it’s the story makes it perhaps one of the with class are not hard things of a young man who found his poorest displays of sportsman- to do. touch on the court, which in turn, ship ever recorded. Are these trends a reflection touched the hearts of citizens all Recent accounts of poor of bad coaching or are they sim- across the country.” Bush also sportsmanship have also been ply character issues that need said he “wept, just like a lot of displayed not only through an- to be corrected? What happened other people” when he saw this ger, but also by running up the to the days of good sportsman- story on television. score on teams of lesser com- ship? What happened to the days On a Saturday in April 2008, petition and acting out on the when people really understood Western Oregon University’s Sara field of play. that it’s only a game? Tucholsky stepped up to the plate Courtesy of MCT Campus AQUINAS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2008 Forum 5 Letters to the editor Students more courteous cause they signal basic respect to they have lost their peripheral vi- logy major from Hazleton. the institution to which I belong. than ever others. sion. To visualize that, cup your Especially at a time when people I am a staff member at The So kudos to all of our students hands around your eyes. Now Mixing politics with are not exactly lining up at the University and I want to com- (and to the parents who raised you see the way they are looking church is unethical doors to become priests and nuns, mend out students on their good you)! at the world. It is imperative to My relationship with the I am appalled at the approbation manners. Without exaggeration, I look at the bigger picture and to Catholic Church has always been of speaking of such a polemic is- believe that our students this fall Anne Marie Stamford is the As- not only think of yourself, your sporadic — we break up, we get sue to a fairly mixed crowd. are the most considerate and cour- sistant Provost for Operations. living situation or your worries, back together. However, God and Regardless of what my or any- teous group that I have observed but those of others. I have always been on really good one else’s opinion of abortion in my twenty years at this school. Voters should be better Being able to make an in- terms. If anything has shaken my actually is, the issue in this case Students have rushed to open informed formed decision about who can faith to the core, it was most cer- is not even the issue. I refuse to doors for and to otherwise assist be our next leader is a right most tainly the mass I attended today. preach to single-issue voters and During this pre-election season, people take for granted. What do I was merely expecting the same try to persuade anyone to believe me if I’m carrying things on cam- lack of knowledge and open-mind- pus. In addition, they displayed we gain with apathy? To a coun- Sunday service pleasantries that I one thing over the other. My point edness has been the one thing that try that has been able to give us generally receive from consistent is merely to emphasize that put- outstanding honesty as evidenced has bothered me the most. When by the prompt return of my check all so many opportunities, that we attendance at our local Santa Ma- ting politics behind the pulpit is conversations come up about the would probably not have other- ria della Strata services. Due to unethical. It smacks at theocracy card, which I accidentally left in candidates my ears start to bleed, the ATM at the DeNaples Center. wise, do we not owe it a bit of our some shifts in my own schedule, and offends those who have won and it is not because someone time, attention and thoughtful- I decided to go to mass at a very the right to choose…to think for In general, our students today wants to vote the opposite way I seem more aware of those around ness? I will not pretend to know local cathedral. I was horrified at themselves. plan to – it is because of the reason everything about the candidates, what followed. The priest began Ethics teaches us to follow the them and how they treat them, in they are voting for. I have heard contrast to the common behavior but I can tell you that I have read to give a statistical analysis of Socratic method and use logical people say, “I am voting for Mc- both web sites and I have been abortion and abortion rates since rhetorical analysis to make deci- of pushing along unaware like Cain because I am Republican” or strangers on a train. I’m not sug- listening to the news, reading ar- Roe v. Wade was passed in 1973 sions. Despite the authority a “I am voting for Obama because I ticles and watching the debates. instead of a homily. Not to men- bishop holds on matters of the gesting the previous classes were am a Democrat.” And when you boorish, but there is a noticeable I am fully aware that this is the tion, he was silently endorsing the Church, his jurisdiction does not ask that person, “What policy do time to propel the country into a candidate who subscribes to the impede our mind’s capability to difference in the level of polite- you agree on the most?” or “Why ness on campus. new direction and the direction anti-abortion sentiment. ask questions. Additionally, God do you think he is better than the you so choose has an impact. We As a member of a Jesuit Univer- and the Bill of Rights permit us I suppose you might think this opponent?” crickets chirp. is a small thing to comment on, should not be casting ballots as if sity with a Catholic upbringing, I the freedoms of free will, which What happened to the value of we are voting on a new flavor of obviously understand the position should be freedoms respected but I believe that many of the voting? What is the harm in taking problems in this society are based toothpaste or the next pop-singer that the Church takes on the issues by our parishioners and religious the time to learn about the candi- we want on stage. We are elect- of abortion, birth control, and the leaders. Question those who stand on a fundamental lack of civility. dates in an effort to make the best It is the small, personal kindness ing the leader of the free world. sexual revolution. I accept that on a soapbox instead of accepting decision for the country? Why not We are impacting our own tomor- we all have differences of opin- them at face value, preachers and and manners that cumulatively step outside of your comfort zone create a civil society. Just being row, and that tomorrow is in our ion, and in a fair and free society, I politicians alike. and allow yourself to think differ- hands, today. congratulate our uniqueness. But aware that others are around, and ently? When people go into such bothering to observe the rules of when I intend to receive the Lord Emma Fryer is a senior from an important election or any elec- Daisy Vélez is a senior psycho- and get politics instead, I question Scranton. etiquette are very important be- tion with a closed mind, it is as if Wall Street requires more regulation

McClatchy-Tribune As Cox noted, however, “invest- For a time, it was the world’s No. Newspapers ment banks could opt in or out of 1 pain medication, reaching $2.5 supervision voluntarily.” This, he billion in annual sales until Merck Whether the $700 billion finan- noted dryly, “weakened its effec- withdrew it from the market four cial rescue plan will get the econo- tiveness.” No kidding. years ago when it was linked to my out of a jam is anyone’s guess, The backlash against this sort of thousands of deaths. The Food but have no doubt about how we nonsense has prompted Congress and Drug Administration gave got into this mess in the first place: to awake from its prolonged sleep, Vioxx a clean bill of health be- a regulatory system that failed to if only to appease angry taxpay- cause it lacked staff and resources do its job. ers. It is refreshing to hear words to do its job properly. In one of the most astonish- like “accountability”— punishing Then there was the Consum- ing statements to come out of the those who break the rules — and er Product Safety Commission, Wall Street scandal, Christopher “transparency” — making sure the whose staff was similarly gutted Cox, chairman of the Securities numbers in the ledgers are clear by foes of regulation. it left the and Exchange Commission, told and understandable — being used agency unable to check the safety Congress, “The last six months once again in reference to Wall of toy imports from China and do- have made it abundantly clear Street. But it’s going to take more mestic and foreign products in a that voluntary regulation does not than stern words to rein in a sys- number of areas. Or the Environ- Courtesy of MCT Campus work.” tem that prefers to play by its own mental Protection Agency, which Voluntary regulation? Isn’t that rules. failed ... well, you get the idea. an oxymoron, like unsupervised The SEC’s oversight responsibil- Yes, providing more resources Some species still need protection supervision? Cox’s comment ities involving Wall Street’s largest takes more money. But it saves speaks volumes about the mind- investment banks and their opera- lives and prevents bad practices McClatchy-Tribune fore they act themselves or ap- set in Washington that led to the tions are being taken over by the from exploding into calamities. Newspapers prove industry initiatives that present fiasco. The regulated cap- Federal Reserve. Congress has also Ultimately, though, greed and may affect endangered species tured the regulators, aided by well- been asked for legislation to allow cunning cannot be outlawed. The On its way out the door, the — must consult with biologists connected lobbyists and members regulation of credit default swaps, late Supreme Court Justice William Bush administration is trying to at the Fish and Wildlife Service of Congress from both parties complex financial instruments O. Douglas, an early chairman of endanger the Endangered Species or the National Marine Fisheries who were only too happy to wear traded in unregulated markets the SEC during the New Deal, fa- Act, legislation that has the sup- Service. Under the proposed new blinders when it came to financial that figure prominently in the de- mously compared innocent inves- port of more than 80 percent of Department of the Interior rule, markets. Not only did the govern- bacle. These are good first steps, tors to ground squirrels and Wall Americans. This is a parting gift the agencies wouldn’t have to ment fail to examine the books, it but the next Congress has to make Street’s sharp operators to coyotes to the administration’s friends in consult, but could decide on their aided and abetted financial man- regulatory overhaul a priority, and who feed on them. the timber and other extraction own. agers who didn’t want anyone not just in the financial markets. “This is why you need regula- industries. It has to be stopped. Allowing agencies to police looking over their shoulder. Just as we now know that lax tion,” he said. The law has worked, reviving themselves, especially if they In the program cited by Cox, regulation left American house- It’s going to take that kind of species that were in danger. Take lack relevant scientific expertise, major investment banks lobbied holds exposed to unnecessary avid skepticism and due regard the bald eagle: In 1963, before the is just another form of Bush’s fox- for the SEC to monitor their parent financial risk, so has poor regula- for the public’s well-being to bring act, there were about 400 nesting guarding-the-chicken-coop envi- companies. This allowed them to tion left the public vulnerable in honest dealing back to Wall Street pairs left. Now there are nearly ronmental policy. In recent days avoid regulation of European op- other areas. and effective regulation back to 10,000. Still, industry officials ar- the department has extended the erations by the European Union. Remember the Vioxx scandal? Washington. gue that complying with the act comment period on the proposed costs them money. And they have rule by 30 days. But even after an a friend in the Oval Office who’d extra month it will still be a bad “HONOR” continued like to help them out. idea. It’s not likely to survive a from page 4 FORUM POLICY Now, federal agencies — be- lawsuit. So why do it? The content of Aquinas is the responsibility of the Editor-in-Chief Are these actions a conse- and Executive Staff, and does not necessarily reflect the views of quence of poor coaching or lack The University, its staff or faculty. of respect? 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Letters will only be edited for style. 6 Aquinas THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2008 7 Arts & Life Editors Eva Piatek Radin releases this fall’s musical treat Four ways to Alison Swety Commentary by Plath, Simone de Beuvoir, Mary celebrate end Cassat and others of the intellec- Campus Comment gabby sanabria Staff Writer tual and artistic elite. Most im- Arts Life Alexis Sullivan portantly, Radin is smart with his of midterms & While Joshua Radin’s previous words and knows how to balance album, “We Were Here,” can be romance, cliché and poetry while by Jess Abbott compared to a cold winter day giving each the merit it deserves; Staff Writer with poignant silhouettes echo- after all, a good love story needs a bit of all three. Are you sick of midterms and ing in the snow-covered hilltops, looking to enjoy yourself be- Nothing worth seeing in ‘Blindness’ “Simple Times” takes on a differ- “Simple Times” is an album that must be purchased at the fore break? Check out one of ent season. Radin’s new album is these events: Commentary by the perfect addendum to a warm appropriate time. I recommend Dan kaufmann cup of tea, a wool blanket and a that potential listeners sit down The Tram of Terror Staff Writer drawing book. There is not a sin- in their favorite spot, preferably by a fireplace, outdoors or by a Friday, Oct. 10 at dusk — Get gle song on this album that does an early start on the Hallow- not summon autumn’s colors, its window. Listeners should have a warm beverage and blanket at een season with this haunted beautiful reds, yellows and or- ride. Nay Aug Park. $3-5. There is certainly something anges against a bright and crisp hand, avoid any interruptions and intriguing at work in Fernando day. These wonderful hues can then, and only then, press play. Meirelles’ latest film, “Blindness.” be sensed in each chord progres- They should listen to the album Mother-Daughter The movie is obviously a case sion, in each vocal harmony and in its entirety savoring each song, Art Exhibit as well as the silence which lies in study in the social effects of a in each delicate pluck of Radin’s Thursdays and Fridays, 10 between; the silence will add that widespread panic and how hu- guitar. The guitar even appears to a.m.- 6 p.m. — Enjoy the works last touch after each tune has fin- mans adapt to, and interact in, become another limb for Radin, of Deborah Hamby and Jen- ished, preparing the needed blank a crisis. But so was “Lord of the seeing as he can play the most in- nifer Brandon. Marquis Art & slate for the next. After listen- Flies” and the blood-drenched tricate finger-picking progressions Frame. Free. zombie flick, “28 Days Later.” and sing beautifully without miss- ers have completed this first run Even M. Night Shyamalan’s latest ing a beat. through, they should listen again. Karaoke Each time will be a new experi- controversy, “The Happening,” be- From Simon and Garfunkel to “You Got Growing Up to Do,” at bum “Simple Times,” it is easy to Whether it’s at Whistles or Poor ence, since, as listeners become gan to touch on this subject. What The Frames fans, there’s a treat which point any country, folk and tell that Radin is a story-teller at Richard’s, every Thursday is acquainted with the songs, they separates this newest thriller, here for all. Radin’s easygoing indie fan will appreciate Radin’s heart. Like a Franco Zeffirelli film, the night for the over 21 crowd will surely discover new layers to which depicts a society torn apart beats are not a mix of sounds but genius production of the song’s Rodin paints a photograph in his to sing along to your favorite the music. by a blindness epidemic, from the an evolution of past pop sympho- climax. Not only are the musical music and then describes each of songs. No cover. rest? The answer is simply Julianne nies. He uses typical The Mamas arrangements of his songs perfect, his characters with lyrics and vo- Perhaps I seem too much of a Moore’s character in the film, the and The Papas harmonies and like a Ferraro chocolate on a rainy cal melody. fan. Well, that is because I am. I Support the Royals! am a big fan of Radin’s music. last remaining person with sight melodic variations to sing love day, but his lyrics make the songs His characters are mostly intel- 12 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11 — If However, after listening to this in the “blind community.” stories in a multi-faceted fash- even worthier of enjoyment. lectual and independent women, you’re still on campus after new album and not hesitating to Moore’s character’s outsider ion; this makes sense since a love From listening to Radin’s “We some who resemble Lisa Loeb housing closes, come cheer listen to the first album as well, I’ll perspective allows the audience story usually needs a vast array of Were Here,” a much darker al- due to their glasses, as the story for the Field Hockey team as be surprised if many, if not most, to “see” the ridiculousness of the scenes and dimensions. bum reminiscent of Damien Rice in “Vegetable Car” tells us. Ro- they play Catholic. Fitzpatrick are not inclined to add Radin to situation from the eyes of one If you are smart enough to pur- and the film soundtrack “Once,” din compares female leads in his Field. Free. who is not at risk. Moore plays chase this album, listen to the song as well as Radin’s more upbeat al- previous album’s lyrics to Sylvia their top-musician list as well. the wife of an optometrist who seems to be the only person not affected by the contagious “white ‘Of Montreal’ shines again courtesy of blindness-themovie.com blindness,” which spreads with Warm up with some Texas chili Commentary by the simplest human contact. The JULIANNE MOORE makes a stunning performance as the star in the new movie “Blindness.” by joe mertens style chili powder joe wolfe victims of this blindness are sent seeing character for the remainder the people in the center inter- not expect an explanation of the of his own. Most of the actors are Staff Writer 1 ¼ tablespoons ground cumin Staff Writer to concentration-camp-like com- of the film. act and live life on a daily basis, blindness or a struggle for the cure. so swept up by the challenge of 1 teaspoon salt munity centers, essentially cleared This advantage gives Moore’s Now that fall has officially but the humor does not last for The purpose of the movie is not playing a blind role that they for- After releasing what is argu- out psych wards, and are locked in character the almost ironically set in (with daily lows hovering long. The adapting blind men and the blindness itself but the people get how to actually act. Fourth group: ably the magnum opus of his ca- by anonymous military personnel unfortunate ability to witness ev- in the mid-forties), it’s time to dig women divide and struggle for who become blind. The movie In light of the many crises 1/2 teaspoon chili powder reer in “Hissing Fauna Are You the until further notice. When Moore’s erything that goes on in the blind- into a savory meal that’s ready to power within the community. The drags on for two hours, with the that face our world today, such 1/2 teaspoon New Mexico-style Destroyer?,” Kevin Barnes and his husband, played by Mark Ruffalo, ness center. The one person with please a crowd: Texas Chili. movie can be quite intense from majority of the film taking place in as global warming and resource chili powder band, of Montreal, have released contracts the blindness from one the ability to see becomes the With all cooking, but in chili that point on. There is one scene the drab, decaying blindness cen- depletion, it is interesting to won- Brown sugar, to taste yet another album, “Skeletal of his patients, he is swept up weakest at first, forced to care for especially, even the best cooks in particular where one would ter. While Julianne Moore turns in a der if society could at one point Lamping.” The band has pushed like a displaced hurricane victim her husband at all times. However, can underestimate levels of fla- hope that a shred of dignity could spectacular performance, the rest be reduced to a state of blindness. Directions: their limits, as always, and has and thrown in the blindness com- there is a distance between Moore vor. Flavor comes from one thing remain for these people; they have of the cast is somewhat dull. The What must be addressed, though, created an album that sounds dif- munity. Moore, being an ever de- and the blind. The disaffection in food, the release of volatile lost so much and have yet still old man played by Danny Glover is that this widespread chaos, if Start with the first group of ferent from their prior ones. In pre- voted wife, fakes blindness in an shrinks only after Moore proves to organic compounds into our courtesy mctcampus.com lines; however, these lyrics do not more to lose. is a senile excuse for an unneces- manifested, will be shared by all- ingredients: Heat the oil in a large vious albums, such as “Coquelicot attempt to accompany Ruffalo to be the maternal guiding light for mouths and noses. These com- and just use regular chili powder. clash with the music but fit per- The movie, while it struggles to sary philosopher. Mark Ruffalo is there will be no Julianne Moore to skillet over medium-high heat. Asleep in the Poppies: A Variety the blindness center. From that pounds will cook off when heat- Keep in mind to taste the chili fectly within it. the community. address the human response to a the tragic hero of the film, as he guide us through, unaffected. Working in two batches, add the of Whimsical Verse” and “Satanic point on, Moore becomes the last ed. As they are exposed to heat, as you add the final additions In the song “Plastis Wafers” as It is almost humorous to watch crisis, is overall disappointing. Do struggles with some temptations beef and chili powder and cook, Panic In The Attic,” the sound was the compounds will change their because it might be hotter than Barnes cries out, “you’re the only stirring occasionally, until well constant throughout. In “Skeletal flavor; thus, pepper added at the this recipe calls for, so adjust ac- one with whom I would role play browned. Drain the beef. Lamping,” of Montreal ventures beginning of a dish and cooked cordingly. Oedipus Rex,” it is hard to tell the into deep funk music reminiscent actual lyrics of the song by its VH1’s ‘I Love Money’ sums up reality shows for two hours will have a dis- Transfer the beef to a large of 70’s disco and 80’s trance. tinctly different flavor than pep- Cook Time: 3 hours, 15 minutes melody and beat. This is similar to soup pot with the onion, garlic Right away the listener rec- by tim simpson and “Survivor.” Contestants were master,” who decides who will be ting abilities. In addition, Brandi to Brandi C. quitting as Toastee, per added right before serving. Active time: 45 minutes Barnes’ twelve minute song, “The and broth. Bring to a boil, lower ognizes Barnes’ schizophrenic Staff Writer required to split up into teams, sent home. This continues until C. and Megan from “Rock of Love” Pumpkin and Megan found their With this in mind, the follow- Past Is A Grotesque Animal,” on the heat and simmer, stirring oc- persona as the album’s opener, complete challenging obstacles, the final ten remain. From that both quit the game in attempt to checks voided because of Hoopz, ing recipe includes four separate First group: “Hissing Fauna” when the upbeat Some people cringe at the casionally, for 1 hour. “Nonpareil of Favor,” is an al- mental games and even vote each point on, the contestants play as keep their dignity intact. Megan who won the “Paymaster” posi- “groups” of ingredients, all add- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil music almost cancels lyrics about thought of reality television. VH1 most six minute masterpiece that other off in an attempt to win the individuals, stabbing people in the actually quit while in the final tion during the final show. ed at different times to balance 2 ¾ pounds tri-tip sirloin, cut into pain and heartbreak. It is not until used to be exclusively known Add the second group of in- seems to never end. The follow- $250,000 grand prize. back and manipulating each other three, for fear of the jury decid- In the final two episodes, cooking time and flavor extrac- 1/4-inch cubes (or lean ground you hear the song acoustically or for its music videos and specials gredients, return to a simmer, ing track, “Wicked Wisdom,” is The game is relatively easy to until the final two remain. ing to send her home instead of Hoopz was victorious over White- tion. The hearty ingredients in beef) read the lyrics that you can expe- documenting the lives of singers, and cook, stirring occasionally, a track that most resembles of comprehend for reality television In the last episode of the sea- Hoopz, the first winner of “Flavor boy and won her second VH1 real- the first group will take a long 1 tablespoon chili powder rience the song’s true emotion. songwriters and other talents. for 1 hour. Montreal’s previous work. At first lovers. Take a group of misfit son, the final two contestants of Love,” and Whiteboy of “I Love ity show, the first being “Flavor of time to cook, and the delicate ¾ cup finely chopped onion There are many high points However, most shows on televi- the track seems to belong to “Sun- losers from other reality shows, begged for pesos, pushed a gigan- New York 2.” Love.” She walked away with the ingredients in the fourth group 5 medium cloves garlic, chopped on the album such as “An Elu- sion these days are senseless mon- Add the third group of ingre- landic Twins” rather than “Skeletal throw them into a house in beau- tic coin up a sand dune and then Other defining moments dur- $250,000 check that had survived are packed with flavor and can 1 (14 ¼ ounce) can chicken broth ardian Instance” and “Triphallus, ey-making schemes that become dients, return to a simmer and Lamping.” However, when you lis- tiful Mexico and let the cameras scrambled to put the eliminated ing the season include a massive several “strongbox” appearances. be added last. to Punctuate!” which will make a guilty pleasure for some and an cook, stirring occasionally for 45 ten closely to the lyrics, the song capture the drama. The game contestants in order. The winner blowout between Megan, Brandi Hoopz said that she would use Note: California chili powder Second group: you want to dance along. Like annoyance for others. minutes. starts to fit. breaks the group of sixteen into was crowned and the runner-up’s C., Pumpkin and Toastee. The the money to help her family with is from Anaheim chilies, which 2 canned whole green chilies, most of Montreal albums, “Skel- This summer, VH1 began run- Since the album, “Coquelicot two teams and sends them off to check was voided on the spot by girls were in an alliance through- their financial setbacks. are mild but flavorful; New Mex- seeded and finely chopped etal Lamping” doesn’t really have ning a show called “I Love Mon- Add the fourth group of in- Asleep in the Poppies,” Barnes’ lyr- compete for the coveted role of host Craig J. Jackson. out most of the game. When Overall, the show may have ico chili powder is usually made 1 cup beef broth a low point. Nothing on this al- ey” on Sunday nights. The show gredients and simmer for 15 min- ical work has become increasingly “Paymaster.” This person decides Those who watched this in- Megan and Brandi C. became the been a cheap knockoff of “Fear from Hatch chilies and is mild, 1 cup tomato sauce bum shifts abruptly or without brought together some of VH1’s utes. impressive; that trend does not which three contestants’ checks sanely addictive show on VH1 targets of the leading alliance in Factor” and “Survivor.” The enter- but hotter than Anaheim; regu- proper warning. The strongest favorite reality stars from “Flavor stop on “Skeletal Lamping.” Rather from the opposing team will be were in for a big surprise. Pump- the house, Pumpkin and Toastee tainment value is something that lar chili powder will contain a Third group: moment occurs during the last of Love,” “I Love New York” and Serve with cheese, bread, sour than writing primarily about pain placed into the “strongbox.” The kin from “Flavor of Love” spit on turned on them, which led to a fans of the new VH1 can take with mix of chilies and other spices. If ½ cup California-style chili pow- three tracks, “Beware Our Nubile “Rock of Love with Bret Michaels.” cream, more chilies and Monday and heartbreak, Barnes writes three people with their $250,000 another contestant, New York, major fight between the former them for the next senseless reality you can’t find these types of chili der Miscreants,” “Mingusings” and From its onset, the show seemed checks in the box face the “Pay- and became infamous for her spit- alliance members. This fight led show. 2 ¼ tablespoons New Mexico- night football. some incredibly sexually explicit Please see “ALBUM” page 10 oddly similar to “Fear Factor” powders, don’t worry about it Campus Comment What are you most looking forward to about fall break?

“Going home and seeing friends and “Getting a break from the workload.” “Getting a chance to reconnect with my “Seeing my old friends.” “Sitting on my stoop with my friends “Driving.” “Getting back in my car and listening to “My family and seeing my dog.” “Delicious Food.” “Camping!” family.” family and share my experiences here.” back home.” my music.”

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Aquinas wants you to advertise! Contact the Ad Manager at [email protected]. Aquinas THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2008 FAITH/SCIENCE & TECH 9 Martino’s letter walks fine line Internet networks provide By Patrick McLaughlin forums for common person Faith Editor By Joe Casabona eos from the candidates, as well As anyone who went to a Staff Writer as user questions and some local Mass at a Catholic Church this candidates answering them, plus past weekend is likely to have It’s that wonderful time in much more! (youtube.com/you- heard, Bishop Joseph Martino of America that comes around ev- choose08) Scranton issued a letter for the ery four years: Presidential Elec- Google In Quotes: Search key- flock he tends on the occasion tion Season. This year, however, words and get quotes by or sto- of Respect Life Sunday, which is very different from presidential ries about the candidates. This was this past week. That letter elections of yore. Some of you is a really great way to see what is supposed to have been read in might remember that in the 2004 the candidates think about the is- place of the homily at all Masses election, weblogs –- better known sues that matter to you most. (in- in the Diocese. The content of as blogs –- made a big splash as quotes.google.com) that letter has been variously re- more and more people looked On top of that, both candidates ported since before it was pub- toward other sources, aside from have Facebook, MySpace, Twit- licly read, even getting coverage running for political office, even Bishop has steadfastly held to the presidency, who are neither the American notion that Church the mainstream media, for their ter and YouTube accounts. This in the New York Times. news. Some big blogs like Huff- makes them more accessible than On the one hand, some seem Democrats nor Republicans. and State must remain separate, On the other hand, some also the one not influencing the other. ington Post, Politico, and The candidates have been in the past. to believe that the Bishop was Drudge Report really took off with During the primary season, You- attempting to persuade Catholics believe that the letter was in- He has also done what is neces- tended simply to inform Catho- sary to preserve the tax-exempt the less than bipartisan coverage Tube even hosted a debate where to vote for the Republican Party, they offered of the election. Writ- users could post their questions or go to hell — literally, that is. lics on the teachings of the status of the Diocese and every Church, and to allow them to use church in which this letter was ers could post their thoughts, and and the candidates would answer Such was the commentary of a others could comment on them. them on a national stage. local talk-radio personality Kev- that information however they read. My guess is that, were it see fit. I don’t think our beloved not for the tax laws being what “Regular” people got involved in But these don’t even scratch the in Lynn, along with his co-host, the reporting process. surface. You’ve probably noticed Nancy Kaman. Having listened Bishop wanted to be quite so be- they are, the Bishop may well nign. The tone of the letter cer- have instructed the faithful not But the Internet has changed an influx of politically charged to the letter three times, and read since 2004. MySpace and Face- postings in your Facebook Mini- the text independently, I have to tainly carried with it informative to vote for a particular candi- elements, but I don’t think that dates, and he might well have book took off. YouTube, Hulu and feed – I know my friends have. say, they have a point. Certainly, dozens of other online video sites Social networks like Facebook, the phrase, “[Jesus] does not ask the Bishop intended simply to named names. inform his flock. The Catholic Church’s stance came about. Recently, microblog- MySpace, Twitter and YouTube us to take up his Cross only to ging sites like Twitter and Tumblr give us all a greater voice than we have us leave it at the voting For one thing, I am skeptical really is not equivocal. The of the notion that there was any- Bishop’s letter is not equivocal made it easy for us to post our have ever had, and most people booth door” leaves behind any thoughts from anywhere in the want to be heard. These social semblance of an entirely non- one in the pews on Sunday who also about the centrality of abor- does not already know the Cath- tion to any political campaign in world. In short, the Internet has networks allow us to give people political message. Nevertheless, gotten more social. And while our opinions; but even better, it al- the letter contains no mention of olic Church’s position on abor- this country. Thus, it seems to tion — or, for that matter, any me that the Bishop’s letter, for blogs changed the face of the na- lows others to (dis)agree with us. any candidate’s name or political tional election in 2004, social net- You see, open dialog makes us all party. In fact, there is nothing of the other issues that surround all of the media coverage and Respect Life Sunday, such as eu- pro-choice criticism it may have works are doing the same thing in smarter -– when people question in the letter that would prevent 2008 -– though they are being a bit us, we are forced to question our- it being read at any other time thanasia, human cloning, and received, was in fact restrained, embryonic stem cell research. probably in the interest of adher- more bipartisan. Here is a brief list selves and justify our positions. — for instance, last year or five of some big online players helping These social networks give us all a years in the future — with one What seems to me to have been ing to the tax code. So, on the His Excellency’s intent was in- accusation that Bishop Martino’s with election coverage. voice –- our own soapbox to post exception: a reference to this Election.Twitter: Twitter has our opinions, ideas, and thoughts year as an election year. deed to motivate the Catholic letter “commanded” Catholics to populace of Scranton to vote in a vote for or against any particular created this site or channel to in an open forum. We have the Simply put, I can see how this showcase the election buzz on opportunity to educate and be letter packs a political punch. particular way — not specifically party or candidate, I must dis- to vote for Democrats or Re- agree. However, on the charge Twitter, what the candidates are educated, just as long as we take Still, I can see no way to interpret saying, and the current trends. advantage of it. What blogs did this letter as either a sweeping publicans, for Barack Obama or that Bishop Martino might have John McCain, but to vote in such done that, had it not meant los- If you’re a Twitter user, you can for freelance journalists in 2004, condemnation of Barack Obama get instant gratification on cur- social networks are doing for all and the Democratic Party or as a way that what the Catholic ing tax-exempt status for the en- Church regards as the abhorrent tire Diocese, I think so. rent events using this. I’ve been of us in 2008. And we won’t know a sweeping endorsement of John watching it with the debates to for sure until after the election, McCain and the Republican Par- practice of abortion might be Whatever the case may be, brought to an end in the United the fact remains that the Bishop see what people are saying.(elec- but I have a feeling these will im- ty. If such a notion were to be tion.twitter.com) pact the election now much more inferred from the letter, it could States of America, decisively and has taken a stand in support of perpetually. the doctrine of the Church on a You Choose ‘08: YouTube’s elec- than blogs did then. only be because of a vastly — tion channel. See the latest vid- and childishly — over-simplified On a smaller scale, the way in highly political issue, at a high- view of American politics, in which I interpret the letter is to ly political time and in a highly which there are only two parties: incite — yes, incite — action for political place. His courage, at one that supports abortion in ev- the Catholics who already under- the very least, ought to be com- ery imaginable circumstance, and stand the Church’s teaching, and mended by all, and it seems to one that refuses to entertain the to correct those Catholics who me that, for the sheep of this dio- notion. Let us, then, remember err in that understanding. To cese, the shepherd’s wish is quite that there are Democrats who at me, it is precisely on that matter clear. Campus Mass least claim to oppose abortion, of inciting action that this letter Bishop Martino’s pastoral let- and there are Republicans who must be examined. ter is available in full from the claim to support it. Likewise, What action is being encour- Diocese of Scranton’s Web-site, there are people eligible and aged? As far as I can tell, the www.dioceseofscranton.org. Schedule Study may aid recovery of heart attack victims By Elizabeth Kotz cardiac arrest. attack was provoked by block- Monday-Friday: Staff Writer These researchers have found ing the arteries. The arteries were that a single injection of the hor- then unblocked, and the first 12:05 p.m. & 4:40 p.m. Most of us are too young to mone erythropoietin (EPO) im- group received an injection of the worry about experiencing heart mediately following a heart attack EPO hormone, while the others attacks and their sometimes-fatal can dramatically reduce or even received a salt solution with no St. Ignatius Chapel aftermath, but recent medical altogether eliminate apoptosis, intended effect. Both groups were findings imply that we luckily may thus limiting permanent damage injected with a radiotracer that not have as much to worry about of the heart and increasing the contained a strong attraction to as our parents when it comes to chances of recovery. dying cells, and the hearts of each heart failure in the future. “The study’s concept is very group were examined using auto- Sacrament of Reconciliation When a heart attack, medi- novel. We wanted to see if the radiography. cally known as a myocardial in- area of cell death following acute The tracer would highlight the Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m. farction, occurs, two types of cell coronary occlusion could be re- amount of damaged cells on the death occur — necrosis, which is duced by a single dose of EPO,” autoradiograph, and give the re- St. Ignatius Chapel, the death of cells because of in- said H William. Strauss, M.D. in searchers an idea of how many adequate blood supply, and apop- the press release, attending physi- cells continued to die in the tosis, which is programmed “cell cian in the Nuclear Medicine Ser- treatment group versus the con- Reconciliation Room suicide” genetically triggered by vice at Memorial Sloan Kettering trol group. The images showed the body to eliminate damaged or Cancer Center, professor of radi- that the EPO group displayed 2.7 unwanted cells. ology at Weill Cornell School of times less the amount of tracer Both result in permanent scar- Medicine and a co-author of the than the control group, which in- ring of cardiovascular tissue, and manuscript. dicated that the amount of dam- Sunday, if the patient survives the heart He explained in the article, aged heart tissue in the treatment attack, can cause severe and even “Cells deprived of blood quickly group was 2.7 times less than the 11 a.m., 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. fatal complications after the event begin to die. By administering control group. because the muscles cannot coor- 99mTc-annexin V, a radiotracer Regional cardiac function was Madonna Della Strada Chapel dinate their contractions or func- with a high affinity for apoptotic also monitored, and further sup- tion at their optimal level. cells, we were able to view the ef- ported the effectiveness of the According to The Journal of fects of EPO on heart cells imme- hormone. Rock Hall, Nuclear Medicine, researchers in diately following the restriction These findings point to the us- Japan have discovered a revolu- of blood flow that occurs during age of EPO to successfully pre- 419 Monroe Ave. tionary stepping-stone that could MI.” vent the long-term damage and be key to the recovery of millions The study consisted of two of victims of heart attacks and groups of rats in which a heart Please see “HEART” Page 10 10 ADVERTISEMENTs Aquinas THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2008

“HEART” continued from page 9 dysfunction associated with heart attacks. Irreversible damage that before was inevitable is now preventable using this hormone therapy. However, scien- tists aren’t there yet. According to Atcher, “More transla- tional research is needed to evaluate cell death pathways and their significance for imaging in the diagnosis or monitor- ing of disease. SNM is currently working with molecular imaging practitioners, government agencies and pharmaceu- tical manufacturers to streamline the process to progress promising molecular imaging agents from the laboratory into the clinical setting, “ “ALBUM” continued from page 7 “Id Engager.” Fittingly, the album ends on three songs that contain possibly the most explicit lines of the album. “Id Engager” is the perfect finale for this album as of Montreal leaves its listeners dancing even harder than they did on the album’s opener, “Nonpareil of Favor.” With its past two releases, of Mon- treal has solidified its spot in the indie community. Although the band has taken a step in a different direction with the release of “Skeletal Lamping,” it is not a step in the wrong direction as this “HIP” continued release just adds to their continual success. We can only hope that of Montreal from page 3 creates another album soon. ticulturalism. It hopes to increase a general awareness of different cultures among students. Jennifer Pennington, from the Office of Equity and Diversity, said these programs Interested in Writing are held to help foster an environment of understanding and camaraderie. for Aquinas? “We all have a more enjoyable experience at work and school if we get along,” Pennington said. Stop by our office in Aside from the lecture, there will also be the DeNaples Center. live hip-hop performances. Students interested in performing at the lecture will be given the opportunity to do so. However, Or e-mail the editor: they must first attend auditions, which will [email protected] be held Oct. 17 from 1:30-4:30 p.m. The loca- tion for auditions has yet to be announced. Aquinas THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2008 SPORTS 11 Scranton crew Penguins hope to continue success team gears up By Jonathan Pipan Staff Writer for new season This month, the puck drops on By Eddie Rose the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pen- Staff Writer guins’ tenth season. Dan Bylsma, who was behind The University of Scranton the Pens’ bench as assistant coach men’s and women’s crew teams for the last two seasons was pro- are poised for the ensuing rowing moted to head coach this past seasons. Both teams have set goals summer, and he would love noth- for improvement, and will look to ing more than to lead his team make a name for The University. down the long road to the orga- Junior Tony Mieczkowski, cap- nization’s first league champion- tain of the men’s team, leads an ship. eager and hard-working team of Since 2006, Bylsma served un- rowers. Mieczkowski and other der head coach Todd Richards, but standout rowers such as juniors when Richards was hired by the Jeff Powers, Christian Bodnar, Ja- NHL’s San Jose Sharks to serve an son Schneider and Marc Vallone; assistant coach, Bylsma was the and sophomores Joe Springer and obvious choice as his successor. Greg Niehaus as well as coxswain Second in command to Bylsma sophomore Matt Twarzdik have this season will be Todd Reirden, been training hard in the off sea- who spent last season as an assis- son. They have been getting ready tant coach for the Bowling Green for their first meet: the Navy Day State University Mens’ ice hockey Regatta in Philadelphia on Satur- team. day, Oct. 10. The Penguins will start the “We’re trying to make the pro- season with some familiar faces. gram stronger and give it a better Faces who helped lead the team to reputation on the water,” Miecz- a 46-26-3-4 record and a berth in kowski said. the Calder Cup finals, which is the The men’s team received a American Hockey League equiva- wealth of newcomers this year. Of lent of the Stanley Cup. Some key the 30 members of the team, 13 performers who will return to the are freshman. Pens this year include forwards “The freshman are working Ryan Stone, Jonathan Filewich, Barbara L. Johnston / Philadelphia Inquirer hard and pushing the upperclass- Chris Minard, Dave Gove and Tim PITTSBURGH PENGUINS forward Tyler Kennedy fights Philadelphia Flyers Scottie Upshall dur- men for starting boat positions,” ing the first period in game two of the 2007. NHL Eastern Conference finals at Mellon Arena. Wallace. the captain said. Kennedy began the season playing for W/BS but became an important player for the Pittsburgh The men’s team is eager and The team will open the season Penguins after earning a promotion early in the season. without center Tyler Kennedy, hopeful for the rapidly approach- who began the 2007 season with nis Bonvie at the end of last sea- help strengthen the AHL team, During this past offseason, ing season. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. The 22 son, the spot for team enforcer but also to develop players to be Fletcher worked to sign some The women’s team has simi- year-old was promoted early on in was left open. This year the role NHL future stars. Since the AHL promising players including lar goals set for the season while the season and managed to post will most likely be filled by the is the top development league for Finnish scoring sensation Janne they prepare for the Head of the 10 goals for the Pittsburgh Pen- 6-3 Aaron Boogaard, who will no the NHL, the pressure to be a top Pesonen and defenseman Danny Schuchyl Meet in Philadelphia on guins. doubt answer the bell should the performer is high because players Richmond. As in years past, the Saturday, Oct. 25. The team is led Returning on defense will be need arise. know a call up can be just a phone Penguins promise to be a strong by President Kathleen Reedy, Vice Ben Lovejoy and Deryk Engelland. Chuck Fletcher, the Assistant call away. For instance, last season contender in the division and al- President Megan Hess, Treasurer Between the pipes, John Curry and general manager for the Pitts- goaltender Ty Conklin was called though anything can happen in an Samantha Baietti and Secretary Dave Brown, the strong tandem burgh Penguins oversees most up to Pittsburgh to replace an in- 80 game season, with some luck Georgia Rose. for much of the 2007-08 season of the operations in the minor jured Marc-Andre Fleury, which the team can move far into the “This season we’re focusing on will also return for a sophomore league club, and consistently allowed John Curry to shine in his postseason come April. working hard on and off the water season. With the retirement of does whatever possible to bring top goalie role for Wilkes-Barre/ Jonathan Pipan is a senior biol- and becoming a stronger, closer fan favorite and tough guy Den- in strong prospects, not only to Scranton. ogy major from Nanticoke. team,” Reedy said. These seniors are excited to test out their newly purchased eight-person boat. Rocklein, Dombrowski earn athletic honors Junior Joan Miller and sophomores Christine Hall and Dierdre By Colin Gibson er of the Week by making a career Reedy continue to show their skills high 11 saves in a 2-2 double over- Staff Writer as rowers, picking up where they time tie against Drew University left off last season. Of the 27 team on Saturday, Oct. 4. In that game, Another week brings more members, eight are novice row- he had three saves in the second awards to Scranton Students. ers. Of these novices, juniors Mary overtime to keep the game tied Diana Rocklein won The Uni- Rose and Elise Lynch and sopho- at two. This is the second time versity of Scranton Athlete of the more coxswain Carolyn Trembley in Dombroski’s career that he has Week, while Brandon Dombrowski have made a name for themselves earned the award. earned the Landmark Conference as competitive rowers. Dombrowski went to Salesian- Defensive Player of the Week. Both teams are confident that um School in Wilmington, Dela- Rocklein, a senior midfielder they can compete with the best ware, where he was a four-year on the field hockey team, earned crew teams in the area this sea- letter-winner on the soccer team. the Athlete of the Week award by son. He earned third team All State scoring the game-winning goal in Eddie Rose is a freshman com- during his sophomore year, and a 3-1 victory against Drew Univer- munications major from Mont- first team All State honors during sity on Saturday, Oct. 4. She also clair, N.J. his junior and senior years. The had an assist in the game, the fif- team was in the nation during teenth of her career, placing her Dombroski’s junior year. fifth on Scranton’s all-time list. Dombrowski said that there R o c k l e i n was an adjustment period of tran- Do you enjoy sports? went to East sitioning into playing college soc- Islip High cer from playing in high school. “I School in Long had to adjust because it was a lot If so, Island, NY. She faster and a lot more demanding,” played field Dombrowski said. “You couldn’t hockey all four come write for the make as many mistakes.” years and was “It feels really good to receive a three-time something like Defensive Player of sports section! letter-win- the Week,” Dombrowski said, “but ner. She was I try not to let it get to me much. ROCKLEIN named All- Sarah Scuderi / STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER No one on the team would be e-mail County in her sophomore, junior SENIOR GOALIE Brandon Dombrowski makes a diving save where they are if we didn’t have and senior years, and was named against the Drew Rangers during a 2-2 tie last Saturday. the other players. Each player All Long Island and All State in her pushes everyone to get better and Casey and Dan senior year. team. Rocklein and the rest of the to succeed.” Rocklein, a biochemistry major, “Of course it’s nice to win Ath- Royals will be back in action on at Dombrowski and his team- plans to get her masters degree in lete of the Week,” Rocklein said. “I Saturday, Oct. 11, in a Landmark mates will continue to help each secondary education. She wants would much rather win our con- Conference game against Catholic other out on Sunday, Oct. 12 in a to be a high school biology and ference to have team recognition, University of America. The game aquinas.sports@ Landmark Conference game at chemistry teacher. She says she but we shall see how that desire starts at 1:00 p.m. at Fitzpatrick Catholic University of America at wants to coach at the high school turns out.” Field. gmail.com 3:00 p.m. level, as well. Rocklein also really enjoys sup- Meanwhile Dombrowski, a Colin Gibson is a senior English Rocklein says that it is nice to port from the fans, saying “It’s al- sophomore goalie on the men’s major from Sugarloaf. win individual awards, it is more ways nice to have support from soccer team, earned the Land- rewarding to win something as a the student body.” mark Conference Defensive Play- 12 AQUINAS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2008 IN THis ISSUE Royals! WB/S Penguins Go Pipan’s season preview Athletes of the Week Dombrowski and Rocklein honored On the River Men’s and Women’s crew recap Royals tie Drew, Rowan during tough matches By Sean Hogya The tie was saved by a tremen- The tie was the sixth of Scranton’s and Hailey Mroczek dous effort by sophomore goalie first 11 games to go to overtime. Staff Writers Brandon Dombrowski, who al- The first goal came less than lowed just two goals on 13 shots, three minutes into the match, on Two close games ended in two earning himself the Landmark a shot by Tim Logan. The goal ties for the men’s soccer team as Conference Defensive Player of marked his sixth of the season, they faced off against defend- the Week award. The 11 saves he and the 31st of his career, making Landmark Champions Drew recorded was a career-high, and ing him 11th all-time on Scranton’s University on Saturday, as well three of them came at crucial goals scored list. as Rowan University on Monday. times in second over-time, pre- The Profs of Rowan University Both games featured great goal serving the tie. This is the second tied it up in the second-half on a tending, and went into double Landmark honor of the year for goal sent past sophomore goalie overtime, before eventually being Dombrowski. Justin Frick. Frick, who replaced ruled ties. “It feels good knowing that the starter Dombrowski, saved a The Royals fell behind quickly I was able to do that much; as a match high five goals, and helped Against Drew on Saturday but keeper your job is to do just that,” secure the tie. managed to recover the defi- said Dombrowski of his efforts on As for the rest of the season, cit and even the score thanks to Saturday. “I am sure every keeper, the focus will be on getting wins a goal by sophomore forward like myself and Justin Frick, hate instead of ties. Michael Drew, his fourth of the giving up goals and we will do “I would like to have more season. The Royals then jumped everything in our power to avoid wins,” said Dombrowski. “And to a 2-1 advantage after a goal that. I am sure the rest of the team by senior midfielder John Postel. “The team was feeling really wants to have more wins as well. The Rangers of Drew University, good, we were excited to play We have talked about winning however, were able to head in a them and ready for them. We every game, and we want to be ball with five minutes remaining wanted some serious revenge be- able to do that. We also hope to in regulation and send it to over- cause of last year and all through- make the conference playoffs and time, where it remained tied. out the game we were feeling very win the conference; we have the Forward Tim Logan feels that confident.” team to be able to do that. We are the score, unfortunately, didn’t Getting revenge for a defeat extremely deep with personnel so represent the game. handed out in the Conference everyone can contribute.” Photo by Sarah Scuderi “I feel we matched up real well. Finals, which neither Drew nor Sean Hogya is a junior English SENIOR TIM Logan battles for the ball Saturday against Drew I thought we were a more physi- Scranton has forgotten about. major from Bayville, N.Y. Hailey University. The Royals battled Drew to a tie in Landmark Con- cal team than them that day,” said Monday followed much of the Mroczek is a junior communica- ference play, then played Rowan University to a tie on Monday. Logan. “If we had to play them same pattern as the Royals ended tions major from Scotch Plains, Goalie Brandon Dombrowski was named the Landmark Confer- again I think we would win.” 4-3-4 by tying Rowan University. N.J. ence defensive player of the week. Ice Royals drop two over weekend Women’s soccer wins two Landmark matches By Hailey Mroczek Drexel University. A third period Staff Writer surge for the Drexel Dragons lift- By Joe Baress score again. The Royals didn’t out a heartbreaking loss of their ed them past the Ice Royals 4-3. The Ice Royals, now 1-3, built Staff Writer even get a shot on goal. The bru- own against Lebanon Valley. The SUNY Canton Kangaroos tal offensive attack of Elizabeth- “It takes time to learn how to defeated the Ice Royals with a 7-2 up a 3-1 lead in the first period The women’s soccer team con- town forced the Royals to make a play with each other,” Coach Mur- victory Friday evening at the Ice on goals by junior forwards Sal tinued its dominance in the last defensive stand. They managed to phy said. “The players have been Box Sports Complex in Scranton. Esposito and Philip Furtak and ju- eight games by defeating Land- do just that with seven saves from communicating well with each SUNY skated out to a quick 4-0 nior defenseman Tom D’Alessio. mark Conference foes’ Drew Uni- goalie Caitlin Byrne. Scranton held other, and really playing for each lead after the first period, taking Alex Cohen led the Dragons versity and Elizabethtown College. the Blue Jays scoreless for over other.” advantage of five penalties and with two goals, including the This week, the Royals showed that sixty minutes to preserve the vic- Next, Scranton will try to re- dominating Scranton in power game-winner at the 8:28 mark of they could win whether they out- tory. main undefeated in conference plays. the third period. shoot their opponents or their op- The win moved the Royals to play on Sunday at 12:30 p.m. when It was a struggle for the Ice Roy- Scranton did manage to get ponents out-shoot them. 8-4 on the season. they face-off against Catholic Uni- als to get back into the game and off 19 shots on goal in the final “The team is confident in their In the first four games Scran- versity in Washington D.C. close that early gap. However, in two periods, but were unable to abilities, which is giving them the ton’s opponents out-scored the “We have been playing really the second period of play, the Ice get any by Drexel goalie Chris ability to step up in any areas that team 8-5. Also, the Royals lost two well, so we just need to continue Royals came to life by cutting the Stollings, who finished with 29 are needed,” Coach Colleen Mur- games by one point including a to play well,” Coach Murphy said. advantage to 4-1. Junior forward saves. Scranton goalie Justin Lu- phy said. “We have really grown heartbreaking overtime loss to “If we continue to play as a team Philip Furtaks’ first goal of the sea- cas stopped 40 of the 44 shots he into a great team, and great teams William Smith College. Since the and work hard we will be very son came on a scramble in front faced in taking the loss. always find a way to win the Royals’ 1-3 start, Scranton has gone successful in the conference.” of the Kangaroos’ net on a play set “A two goal lead is the hardest game.” 7-1. They have out-scored their op- Joe Baress is a freshman com- up by freshman defenseman Ryan to hold,” Lucas said. “We played The Royals controlled play with ponents 18-4 with five shutouts. munications major from Scran- Smith and junior forward Brian well as a whole, but we have to stifling defense and high pressure Furthermore, the Royals handed ton. Flanagan. find another way to capitalize.” offense to dismantle Drew Univer- The energy quickly turned back It has been a bumpy ride so sity at Fitzpatrick Field. Despite in SUNY Canton’s favor however, far for the Ice Royals, being out- Scranton’s attack, Drew stalled as the Kangaroo’s Cibelli scored scored in the third period, 9-3. the scoring until Kristi Cordier two minutes later off of a pass “To improve, we can’t break connected on a penalty kick at the from forward Dan Don. Scranton down on key power plays and 23:36 mark of the first half. In the sophomore goalie Justin Lucas sacrifice anymore penalties,” Se- second-half, Eileen Sodano tacked never saw the shot. One of the nior captain Jerry Malanga said. on an insurance goal for Scranton defensive players shielded Lucas’ “Going into the game, we have to at the 72:09 mark, increasing the view of the puck, allowing SUNY be mentally prepared and ready to Royals lead to the final score 2-0. to further spread their 6-1 lead. play the full 60 minutes, taking no The defense secured the victory There was constant pressure team lightly.” by stopping three shots on goal on Lucas throughout the game, The Ice Royals will begin anoth- and allowing only four total shots. where he stopped 23 of 30 Kanga- er two-game series with Towson The Royals improved their in-con- roo shots. University next Friday, October 10, ference record to 2-0. “The score didn’t show how the in Towson, Maryland, beginning at At Elizabethtown, the Royals game was played,” Lucas said. 8:30 p.m. The two teams will then had two shots, while Elizabeth- “The team as a whole played well, return to play in Scranton at the town had eight shots on goals. we were just unfortunate with Ice Box Sports Complex on Sun- However, Scranton scored on each bad bounces and nothing really day, October 12, at 4:30 p.m. shot while Elizabethtown only went our way.” Hailey Mroczek is a sophomore converted on one of their oppor- Both teams traded goals in the from Scotch Plains, N.J. tunities. third period to set the final score, In the first-half, the game 7-2. The Ice Royal’s goal came EDITORS FANTASY PICKS looked like it would turn into a when senior forward Matt Tor- Last Week (According to ESPN) shoot-out with goals by Emily strup scored his third goal of the W — Casey (Forte, 17 points) MacPhee and Erin Unterstein of season and the 28th of his career. L — Dan (Smith, 9 points) Scranton and Katelyn Roderick of The play was set up by senior WEEK 6 Elizabethtown. Scranton sopho- forwards Ryan Kleinschmidt and Casey (4-0): Adrian Peterson. more Chelsea Paskman stepped Mike Pace. Vikings RB up by assisting Unterstein and The University’s hockey team Dennis Monaghan / Photo editor Dan (0-4):Clinton Portis, Redskins MacPhee. has its next game was played RB JUNIOR ERIN Unterstein controls the ball near the sideline dur- Saturday in Philadelphia against However, neither team would ing Landmark Conference play. Overall Score: 69-19 Casey