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Volume XIII, IssueThe IV ObserverRe-Established 1993 Manchester, New Hampshire International Business Association hosts MLK Jr. service project day

Prince Soko tive on the work they would food supplies, and Fami- Contributing Writer be doing later on that day. lies in Transition to help The students were then with clothing merchandise. SNHU students joined split into four groups and This project was in uni- with local high son with Service school students for Peace, which on Feb. 4 for four co-sponsored the service projects event with IBA and planned by the In- provided t-shirts ternational Busi- and a bus to trans- ness Association port the students to kick start Black to the event. This History Month is the first time IBA and as an “MLK has worked in li- Day of Service.” aison with an out- The day began side group to help Image Taken by Amanda Russell with a Transpar- the community. The whole project involved ganized by IBA came on the ency Series presen- “The remark- college students, high school heels of a the prominent MLK tation, “Hunger, able aspect of this students, non-profit organiza- day of action event in Janu- Poverty and Dis- project was its in- tions, commercial businesses, ary with guest speaker Debra ease: What Can I Image Taken by Amanda Russell clusiveness, as it and help from the Office for Redfern, cousin of Rosa Parks. Do?” by Okendo Lewis Gayle, bused to each of the service was done with the commu- Service and Citizenship and the IBA was nominated for Craig Sorvillo and Fadia Jradi. sites: The Mental Health In- nity, by the community, for Office of Disability Services. club of the month in February The talk was aimed to give the stitute for painting projects, the community,” said Sam The immensely success- for their series of events and students a greater perspec- the Food Bank for sorting Peret, a freshman volunteer. ful day of service projects or- for their efforts in bringing the SNHU community together. SNHU campus welcomes Debra Redfern Amanda Russell brotherhood is an important of walking, Rosa Parks and Public Safety Announcement commitment to social justice.” her followers achieved their News Editor A fifteen minute tribute goal to desegregate the buses. Several latops on campus have been stolen. The Southern New Hamp- to Rosa Parks’s life was com- At the conclusion of the Do you know where yours is? shire University community piled and played during the bus boycott, Redfern remem- Keep your belongings on your person. was joined by Debra Red- presentation. During the pre- bered Rosa Parks saying, “I Never let them out of your site. fern on Jan. 19 to celebrate sentation, the room fell silent am living to bring peace, jus- the second annual Martin as everyone viewed Rosa Parks tice, love and equality…With- Luther King Day of Action. getting arrested for refusing to out vision, dreams will die.” In honor of Rosa Parks, give her seat to a white man. Parks continued her life her cousin, Debra Redfern The film continued to show as an activist for social justice. Are You Addicted to agreed to speak and help in- a snapshot of the 381 day Parks and her husband had to spire the SNHU community to bus boycott in Montgomery, move from Alabama to avoid Facebook.com? remember, cel- death threats, but I hate it 10% ebrate and act these threats did upon the social not deter Parks freedoms our from continuing country gained to promote her thanks to Civil vision for equal- Yes 24% Rights leaders. ity throughout Martin Lu- the United States. ther King III At the conclu- visited campus sion of her speech, Somewhat 28% last year, and Redfern said to the overwhelm- the audience, ing success of “Ask yourself if the program in- you will make a spired student commitment to leaders Almira never forget and No 38% Alic, Prince never give up.” Soko and Ok- *50 People Surveyed Image Taken by Amanda Russell At the end of endo Lewis-Gayle to make the Ala. Fifty thousand African- the program, young children Martin Luther King Day of Americans chose to abandon who attended the program Action a tradition. This year the buses and walk to work, from neighboring schools the theme of Redfern’s speech to school and everywhere else asked Redfern for autographs was that “courage brings des- they needed to go in order to and pictures, while others ap- Caitlin Murphy tiny,” and she reminded stu- protest segregation on city proached her with questions Staff Editor dents that “teaching love and buses. After more than a year about her cousin, Rosa Parks.

Education is the ability to listen to almost anything New Club on Campus! without losing your temper or your self-confidence. - Robert Frost The T.V. Club Writer see page 8 2 The Observer Wednesday, February 22nd, 2006

The Observer News EDITOR IN CHIEF Lindsay Frydryk Letter from the Editor MANAGING EDITOR Frank Rubino Lindsay Frydryk Editor in Chief ADVISER Dr. Catherine Crawley Welcome back to a New Year and new semester at NEWS EDITOR SNHU with the Observer. Each Amanda Russell New Year is known for new things, such as one being my OPINION EDITOR new picture with my hair color Benjamin Barkhouse on its way back to blonde. It will get there eventually. However ENTERTAINMENT my picture isn’t the only new EDITOR addition to the paper this year. Stephanie Chick We also have new members with amazing ideas to hope- SPORTS EDITOR fully keep your interest and Stephanie Belida attract others to read as well. All these new aspects to Caitlin Murphy has added the paper did not replace the LAYOUT EDITORS a monthly survey to our pa- old time favorites. Julie Finch Andrew Collins per. Keep an eye out for her is still compiling the ever- Erin McGlashing and her question. This month popular Public Safety reports. she asks, “Are you addicted to and Janara Digou and Laura ADVERTISING EDITOR Facebook?” which I feel we all Rotolo are still covering Voic- Jen Thibault have experienced at one point es and Faces. So if you want or another since SNHU joined to be in the paper, make sure PHOTO EDITOR the connection. New member to keep an eye out for a pub- Janara Digou Crystal Gagnon has teamed up lic safety officer or a camera. with Julie Lancaster to report If there is something Ordering A Yearbook? a section to you we find very you want to see in the paper, STAFF WRITERS: similar to a past HBO series. please don’t hesitate to speak Julie Finch, Jennie Fitzgerald, your mind. The staff is doing www.jostens.com Okendo Lewis-Gayle, Crystal For all of you “Sex in the City” Gagnon, Brian Kanarek, Mike fans, this column is right up their best to please our read- Click on the link “School Yearbooks” Korch, Julie Lancaster, Libby your alley. We have also added ers. We want to include what Price $65 Parent, Laura Rotolo, Tracey more thoughts from freshmen you want to read. Being my Want all 4 years (2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006) for $200 Sergeant Ashley Shoonmaker, such as Jennie Fitzgerald and last semester, I want to make Daniel Smith, SmithAshley Spranzo, ? Sean Walsh Daniel Smith. They have re- it the best one yet, not just for ported on their new experienc- myself but for those of you See Heather Lorenz in the Student Center or e-mail CONTRIbUTING WRITERS: es as college students and what who enjoy reading this paper. [email protected] Sharon Fishel, Kate Jordan, Tom Thanks for reading. And good McDermott, Whitney McKeon, it’s like for them at SNHU. I’m If you would like to submit photos for the yearbook you Katlyn Morin, Prince Soko (IBA) sure many of us, no matter what luck to all of the seniors who can bring them to the Info Booth , labeled so they can are counting down the days year we are, can relate with be returned! them to one point or another. ‘til graduation. Here we go… Any questions? Interested in finding more information on the Observer. The Please e-mail us at: [email protected] following email addresses are listed for convience. SGA elections: Time is Now Brian Kanarek own valuable opinion. Make planning to donate heaps of Letters to the Editor: SNHU the place that you want money to fund the university. [email protected] Staff Writer it to be. Change has the poten- This is your opportunity to cre- Every February and April, tial to be positive for everyone. ate a lasting mark. Do this by Advertising Information: the SNHU student body elects It is what makes life exciting fighting for what you believe in. [email protected] representatives to the Student and worth living. Take an ac- Upon graduation, take pride in Government Board, much like Photography Suggestions: tive interest in the revolution this place, and be glad that you janara.digou@snhu,edu U.S. citizens in the majority here at SNHU and most im- took time and put in the effort elect congressman and govern- portantly, take an active inter- to make a positive contribution Layout Suggestions: ment officials every Novem- [email protected] est in your life. Recognize that to the future of your school. ber. When the elections are [email protected] your environment is directly The SGA represents over, the interest of the elect- affected by your decisions. SNHU. When you are out in General Comments: ing populations tends to drop the community, applying for [email protected] off. As a result, the newly- jobs or graduate school and elected officials move forward The Southern New Hampshire Make SNHU the proudly remark that you at- with their own personal agen- University Observer is a news place that you want it tend this fine institution, know publication produced by Southern das or serve as a puppet with a that there is a strong possibil- New Hampshire University students title. They are able to do this to be. Change has the ity that the SGA has reached and funded largely by the Student because few people give input. Government Association of the potential to be posi- out to the person on the re- Our university is undergo- University. It is our responsibility to ceiving end. The SGA alone inform the SNHU community about ing heaps of changes, and we tive for everyone. It is shapes the opinions of others events on and around campus. The all have a stake in them. At what makes life excit- about our alma mater. The Observer will print any material found the present, everything from to be factual and in good taste by the ing and worth living. SGA reps are essentially our the disciplinary system to editorial staff of the paper. The views ~ Brian Kanarek p.r. guys. They are the ones published do not necessarily reflect graduation requirements and that spend the most time in- the views of Southern New Hampshire the new student center are teracting with outside groups University. The Observer is published under review. Change is con- monthly during the academic year and To the graduating seniors: in the community. Take pride stantly happening. It is up to is printed by Seacoast Newspapers Come the end of the semester in who you choose to represent of Stratham, NH. To contact the you, to not only adapt to the and summertime when you re- our university and encourage newspaper, please e-mail us at changes being made, but also locate, you will no longer have them to uphold a position that [email protected]. to embrace change by becom- control over what happens at improves the quality life and ing part of it and adding your SNHU, that is, unless you are reputation of our community. Wednesday, December 21st, 2005 The Observer 3 News Public Safety Log Julie Finch house RA who while doing room. A blow tube and glass of the driver’s side fog light of Saturday 2/11/06 Staff Writer rounds noticed a man around pipe was taken from the room. his BMW from the lot behind 1 a.m. the townhouses. The value of A student found by the Saturday 1/28/06 the age of 30 years old outside Monday 2/6/06 it was around $80. The stu- Hooksett police walking cen- 2:15 a.m. urinating with an open beer in 10:56 p.m. dent was told to contact the ter line of the road along North PS was sent to Win- his hand. She went to ID him A student called to report Hooksett police department. River Road and then urinat- nasquam to assist an RA and he gave a false name and a mysterious green truck had ing in the street. The student who found a note with pro- walked into one of the town- followed her to her dorm. She Saturday 2/11/06 walked toward a building on fanity on it on their door. houses. The RA went to the didn’t get any information 12:15 a.m campus and tried to enter There was also beer thrown door and asked all the people about the vehicle because she While patrolling the quad, through the door and win- all over the door. The RA inside to leave and waited to was worried about her safety. PS noticed a white male uri- dows, but it was locked. Hook- thought it might have been for the man to leave as well. PS patrolled the area and saw nating in the shrubs by Gree- sett police asked the student to a student that they had writ- He never did and PS was the truck leaving campus with ley while drinking a beer. After stop, and as police got closer ten up earlier in the evening. not able to find him either. two male occupants inside. he was done, PS asked him if to him he tried getting away he was a student, and he said by pushing and almost punch- Saturday 2/4/06 Sunday 2/5/06 Tuesday 2/7/06 no and that he was with a ing an officer. While waiting 1:15 a.m. 1:45 a.m. 12:15 a.m. friend visiting someone and for another officer to arrive PS was alerted about an Officers were sent to PS responded to Kearsage couldn’t find him. He began to the student was heard saying, altercation between a two Winnasquam Suite 3 where for an overflowing toilet. The run away from PS toward the “I have the highest GPA here, females and another group a mess was found. Four or toilet was plugged and wa- lower suites and then back up please listen to me.” Student of females. The two females five ceiling tiles were taken ter was pouring all over the the hill toward the soccer field was arrested for disobeying had thrown a beer bottle at down and destroyed all over floor. Maintenance was called. where PS finally caught him. an officer and resisting arrest. the group of girls and hit one the floor. The ceiling also ex- They unplugged the toilet in the face causing a tooth to posed wires some that were hanging down. The lounge and mopped up the water. Saturday 2/11/06 Saturday 2/11/06 chip. One of the two females 12:45 a.m. 2:20 p.m. was an unregistered guest of area had a trash can tipped Wednesday 2/8/06 PS saw a car go onto cam- A student was observed the other and both seemed over and trash was scattered 11:30a.m. pus via the walkway in front driving by the gatehouse with intoxicated and smelled of al- throughout the hallway. The A student came to PS to re- of Attitash. The vehicle then a fake decal on their car. As cohol. Hooksett and Manches- glass exterior door next to the port someone had hit their ve- parked and five people got he tried to leave campus, ter police were contacted and soda machine was also broken. hicle. There was damage to the out. PS identified the individu- PS stopped him and asked one girl was arrested for inter- right front door. The vehicle als, and when asked why they for his decal. He handed it nal possession of alcohol and Monday 2/6/06 that had hit it was white or light were here, they said they were over and said he was not a simple assault and the other 10:50 p.m. tan color. The student was told just looking for a party. PS student here. He was told if for second degree assault. PS were sent to Chocou- ra to assist an RA with smell to report the incident to the confiscated 20 BudLite beers he ever was seen on SNHU of marijuana. As PS arrived Manchester police department. and made them leave campus. property again he would be Sunday 2/5/06 No one was a SNHU students. arrested for trespassing and 1:10 a.m. a student exited room. The Thursday 2/9/06 his car would be towed. He Officers assisted town- student admitted to smok- ing a few minutes prior in the 11:15 p.m. said that it was his friend that Student reported a theft had made the decal for him. A community of women:

Women in music RAVE REVIEWS FOR OUR MBA Lindsay Frydryk The Quinnipiac University School of Business MBA program continues to In a review of Greenblatt’s prepare business professionals for the realities of management in global, Editor in Chief music in “Rhythm Maga- technology-driven work environments in specializations such as: zine,” Jonathan Shulm wrote, • MBA WITH CONCENTRATIONS IN ACCOUNTING, CIS, FINANCE, In honor of “Women’s His- “It’s great to see Tara use the INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING ® tory Month” coming in March, West African Djembe as a • MBA – CHARTERED FINANCIAL ANALYST TRACK • MBA IN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT professor and musician Jane lead instrument, and have it Fallon has teamed up with work so well in the context OUR TOP 10 others to promote a series of of her great song writing.” GRADUATE MAJORS: women in music at SNHU. Greenblatt acoustic, progres- MBA, Physician Assistant, A variety of events will be sive folk have bits of R&B, Interactive Communications, held throughout the month of jazz, blues and bluegrass. For Teaching, Biomedical Sciences, March with a range of diverse those who appreciate voices Molecular/Cell Biology, music. March 10 will begin the of age old wisdom, Greenb- Journalism, Nursing, festivities with Women’s Bra- latt covers them in her songs. Computer Information Systems, zilian Trio from 8-11 p.m. in Fallon not only teaches Accounting the SNHU Last Chapter Pub. English at SNHU, she also Musicians Deborah Rocha has her own CD of music. and Entre Amigas will play Her music covers a variety of MASTERING THE ART OF TEACHING Sheila Wycinowski, Director of Curriculum and Staff Development at Amity Latin sounds including the topics with a contemporary High School, explains, “Basically we look to hire Quinnipiac students. They samba, baiao and bossa nova. style that involves folk, pop, have a clear understanding of lesson planning and classroom management The following event, In- swing and country. In “Inter- and the balance between them.” She also characterizes Quinnipiac students diegrrl Showcase I Lunchtime as articulate, creative, able to encourage higher-level thinking in students, net Review,” Nicky Baldrian and able to incorporate technology into their teaching. Concert, will be held from 12- wrote, “[Fallon is] a special 2 p.m., March 16 in the SNHU artists whose music cannot >> YOUR NEXT MOVE Last Chapter Pub. Musicians be categorized…each song Quinnipiac University offers graduate programs in 17 distinct disciplines. will include Patti DeRosa, is beautifully crafted…(her) Whether you are interested in our AACSB nationally accredited business Tara Greenblatt and Fallon. voice is lovely and soothing.” program, the master of arts in teaching (MAT) program or one of the DeRosa single “Paradise” Northeast’s most highly regarded journalism and interactive communications Other musical events are programs, all have been designed to thoroughly prepare you for a can be heard across the coun- to come for Women in Mu- professional career. For more information, call 1-800-462-1944 or visit try on radio stations. She is sic. To find out more about www.quinnipiac.edu. a singer-songwriter-guitar Indiegrrl, go to http://indi- player, who also once played egrrl.com. They will host a the steel drum. Her music is second event closer to the Hamden, Connecticut comtemporary acoustic folk. end of March for the series.  The Observer Wednesday, February 22nd, 2006 Wednesday, December 21st, 2005 The Observer 5 Election Preview Okendo Gayle-Lewis running for President Kate Jordan Ken Lewis munity. For only when we de- and informed community) velop a sense of community, • Governing Groups running for President Staff Writer will we be able to reach the Coordination. (For a more ef- I am Okendo Lewis Gayle, full potential of our university. ficient use of all our resources) Kate Jordan and I am running for president In order to achieve my I believe that these steps Contributing Writer of the Student Government vision of a mature and uni- can lead us to the day when My name is Kate Jordan, Association. I run because I fied community these are clubs, organizations and stu- and I’m running for the presi- relish the opportunity to lead some of the steps that I dents will be able to reach out dent of the Student Govern- our university and to work believe we must make: to the greater SNHU commu- ment Association . I am cur- together with administration • Student Issues Fo- nity by using a well-organized rently SGA vice president and and students alike to enhance rums. (For students, admin- and user-friendly web of ad- have been part of SGA for 3 the SNHU experience of every istration and SGA to address vertising tools such as radio, years now; therefore, I am member of our community. the issues of the community) TV, website, campus weekly very familiar with the organi- Much has been accom- • Integrate Domes- and master calendar. This will zation’s goals and mission. I plished. Members of the cur- tic and International Stu- be the day when we will bid strive to make SGA better and rent and previous SGAs have dents. (For success in an in- farewell to the frustrating and would love to lead the organi- worked with passion and de- creasingly global economy) oftentimes hopeless routine zation to make great strides votion to better our institution • Reach Out to Com- of “tape and flyers, “ the day for an even better SGA. Also, Image Provided by Kate Jordan and enrich the SNHU expe- muters, Graduate and In- when all SNHU students will over the last few years, SNHU SGA office or sending us e-mails rience. I believe that we can ternational Students. (For a not only know and be inter- and SGA has grown immense- with questions and concerns. and must take these efforts broader SNHU community) ested in being a part of SGA, ly. I would like to help SGA Second, I would also like to a step further and coronate • Reinforce and Coor- but they will be comfortable in adapt better to the changes see the student body more to- the achievements of the past dinate our Media of Informa- approaching its members with and help SGA grow more for gether and link the undergrads, with a greater sense of com- tion. (For a better connected their desires and issues, It will future years. We currently do international, commuters and also be a day when domestic not have a transition program. graduate students. I feel that and international, graduate This year’s Executive Board is sometimes there isn’t as much and undergraduate, commut- working on forming a transi- intermingling that takes place, ers and residents will interact tion program, but I would like and I would like to see more. with ease and comfort, a day, to expand and make changes to Third, I would also like in short, when SNHU will the program because next year to see a diversity of pro- have indeed gone the Extra will be the trial run of it. As the grams to appeal to all dif- Mile. It can be done, it must only returning E-Board mem- ferent type of students. be done, and if you allow me ber, my experience and knowl- And there is much, to use my experience, drive edge will be very helpful and much more I’d like to do. and vision it will be done. important with the transition To know more about my program. Also, I have many I have so many ideas that vision and my plan please visit different goals, which I would I always think of. Often times www.freewebs.com/kenlewis like to see happen next year. they are small, but they could be very efficient and impor- Sincerely, Okendo Lewis First, I would love to make tant. Also, I am up to anything Gayle SGA more student body friend- that the student body wants ly and more accessible to hear and basically want to resolve and resolve problems and con- any questions and problems Image Provided by Okendo Gayle-Lewis cerns. I would like to see our that come up next year. I current resources used more am here for the student body to allow students to feel more and would love to continue Sharon Fishel running for Secretary comfortable in coming to the to be a voice for the students. Sharon Fishel Life Com- mittee and Contributing Writer So I knew that by joining the co-chair- your time, consideration, and Hello SNHU Students, committee, I would be help- ing the more importantly your vote. It is that time of year ing both in-state and out-of- Michelle’s again for the Student Gov- state students, like myself. Law Com- ernment Association Execu- I am ready to bring my mittee. In tive Board elections. I would experience to the Executive the Resi- like to take this opportunity Board and to have an even dence Life to introduce myself and to more interactive position on Commit- tell you why I think I should campus. As my flyers say, I’ve tee, we are be your next Student Govern- worked hard for SNHU, let all about ment Association Secretary. me work hard for you. That is helping a My name is Sharon Fishel. I how I view SGA. I would love the SNHU Vote am a junior and an American to have the opportunity to help student get Politics major. I work in ad- you out with any problem, big Feburary most out of missions and I’m a math tutor or small. I do this all the time, his or her on campus. I love helping out and I love doing it everyday, 21st & 22nd. experienc- students in any way possible. I only wish that I could help es on cam- Polls close @ This is my second year on out more students. This is pus. I have SGA, and it is one of my fa- why I want to become part of been work- Image Provided by Sharon Fishel 8pm on vorite parts of being a SNHU the Executive Board. I want ing particularly hard on what about this, it is a bill about to student. As a class student to take my experience to the will be going on with the new go to the New Hampshire state the 22nd. senator, I have always worked next level and to help out stu- dorms along with what will senate. If the bill passes, the hard to get you, my fellow dents in a bigger way. I know happen with the Lower Suites. law would provide full time students, what you need and that being on the Executive I also personally wanted college students with health want the most. I have planned Board that I’ll have an even to join the Michelle’s Law insurance for twelve months many on campus events, in- bigger role in SNHU student’s Committee because I be- if they had to leave for medi- cluding the Cinco de Mayo and lives by working on impor- lieve that all college students cal reasons. Not only did I Relaxation Night, which was tant decisions. I hope that you should not have to choose want help this law pass in New held at the end of last year. will help me in reaching my * All Candates running for an SGA Of- between their health in- Hampshire, but Michelle’s fice in the 2006 Elections were noti- The two committees that I goal of being more active at surance and their education, family, for whom the bill was fied about writing an article for The have been doing the most work SNHU and vote as your next Observer, and given ample time to especially SNHU students. named, have every intention for this year are the Residence SGA Secretary. Thank you for submit it for publication. If you have not heard of making this a national law. 6 The Observer Wednesday, February 22nd, 2006 Entertainment “Walk The Line” does justice Listening to “Back to Bedlam” Stephanie Chick by James Blunt A&E Editor Lindsay Frydryk which is attract- Editor in Cheif ing more fans. “Hello, I’m John- The album Recently released de- ny Cash.” If the sound creates a mellow but album by James Blunt, of those words tend tone as it plays “Back to Bedlam” is flying off to make you quiver, through each the selves in music stores ev- then this definitely is track. Songs erywhere, almost selling two a must-see movie for such as “High,” million copies. This album you. “Walk The Line” “So Long, Jim- following “Parachutes,” con- is the story of coun- my” and “Billy” sists of ten songs including try classic Johnny send a more the hit single “You’re Beauti- Cash, starting from upbeat feeling ful” which has been constantly his troubled child- with louder dy- rising up the music charts. hood and progressing namics. “Good- Blunt is a British song- throughout his turbu- bye my Lover” writer who will be launch his lent musical career. (another newly first ever U.S tour in March. The movie, direct- released song) His music has been closely ed by James Mangold is very slow in Image Courtsey of IMDB.com related to that of John Mayer. and released in the- Image Courtsey of IMDB.com beats and deeper in tone. gether his voice and music Throughout the tracks of aters last November, tells the aspect of the movie, and along Any listener will be able tone compliment each other the album, the listener will tale of the late Cash, played by with it is Cash’s near-obses- to relate well, which strengthens the hear sweet Joaquin Phoenix, as he strug- sion with tour-mate and friend themselves overall product of the album. melodies gled with obstacles in his life June Carter. Throughout the “His emotions to one point With the CD version only and heartfelt such as being in the military, movie, Cash displays his love pour out onto the or another in costing close to $10, now words. Blunt marrying young, developing and infatuation with Carter at least one would be the time to pick up touches on album, which is at- his music career, battling an only to be repeatedly shot down song he plays. a copy. Blunt’s future looks topics related addiction to drugs, and a bitter in his attempts at making her tracting more fans. The promising as tour dates are to finding and divorce. Through it all, a con- love him. Underneath all the strength posted and competitions be- losing love, The album creates stant positive force in his life hype of the music and drama, of Blunt’s tween similar artists begin. friendship was singer June Carter, played the movie is a classic love story a mellow tone as it voice carries and other re- by starlet Reese Witherspoon. which, if anyone knows any- plays through each through the lated topics. Based on the books “Man thing about Cash, ends well. album has he His emotions track.” In Black” and “Cash: The Au- I think Phoenix and With- hits high and pour out onto ~ Lindsay Frydryk tobiography,” the film starts erspoon, who both do their low pitches the album, with a young Cash, back then own singing throughout the on point. To- called J.R., as the second son movie, did a wonderful job of a farming family. The un- recreating the lives of these fortunate death of his older two memorable stars. It must “Brokeback Mountain”: A true success brother, an event that haunts have been nerve-wracking to Cash throughout his life, puts try and fill the shoes of two Tracy Sergeant two gay cowboys. It is a movie scenes added to the movie, a strain on his relationship notable and legendary stars, Staff Writer of love and romance with also which was filmed in the moun- with his father that never quite but despite a few subtle differ- “Brokeback Mountain” is explores the American journey. tains and really displayed what goes away. After a stint in the ences, it’s hard to even tell the based on a 1996 short story. The actors and actresses life would be like during this military, Cash marries his sound of Joaquin’s voice and Ang Lee then made it into a in this movie are what truly time. Not only did it add to the high school sweetheart Vivian, Cash’s voice apart. Carter was movie, and I believe did a won- made it such a great movie. movie, but it made me want to played by Ginnifer Goodwin, a singer all throughout her life, derful job. This movie captures It is not easy for two hetero- be where they were because and starts a family. Despite beginning when she was just a a lot with the actors, scenery, sexual men to play such roles. every picture captured such initial struggles to get into the young child, so her voice was and the plot. The main actors Both Gyllenhall and Ledger beautiful scenes in the country. music industry, Cash’s unique weathered and experienced. are Jake Gyllenhall and Keith did a wonderful job, and both Finally, I would just say sound and style explode onto With nearly no signing expe- Ledger who play two cowboys deserve awards for their per- that although many critics the scene of the day, and he rience, it is understandable who fall in love with each formances. There were many made a fuss about this movie begins a whirlwind tour that that Witherspoon didn’t ex- other. This movie likes to be other roles that helped this because of the story line, I be- takes him away from his fam- actly live up to Carter’s leg- called, “the gay cowboy mov- movie to reach its full potential. lieve it was a great movie and ily and across the country. end, but she did do a good job. ie,” but it is much more than Besides the acting, the would recommend it to anyone. The movie revolves around Phoenix is especially convinc- the fired-up, folk/rock mu- ing in his portrayal of Cash sic of Cash, Carter, and other dealing with an addiction to legends of the time includ- and withdrawals from drugs. ing Waylon Jennings (played Overall, this movie is a by real-life son Shooter Jen- must see for anyone who can nings), Jerry Lee Lewis (Way- appreciate the timeless music lon Malloy Payne), Roy Orbi- of Cash or the emotional sto- son (Jonathon Rice), and Elvis ry of his life. Fans of Phoenix Presley (singer Tyler Hilton). and Witherspoon will add this As fast as his rise to fame, movie to their list of favor- so is Cash’s rising addiction to ites. Look for it on DVD soon, drugs. This is another major purchase it, and treasure it. Bad Credit? Don’t Sweat It! Join The Observer and earn College Credit! Contact us to find out more infor- mation at [email protected] Image Courtsey of IMDB.com Wednesday, December 21st, 2005 The Observer  Entertainment Bill Hicks still causes contrversy So Cosmo: London to Target John Bergeron British hosts Ashley Spranzo allowed him Staff Writer more sub- Staff Writer The whole concept of conscious lation. The line she designed stand up comedy is in es- freedom to Who doesn’t love Target? for Target consists of denim, sence to make us laugh about explore other I, for one, am definitely a huge shirts, skirts, dresses, swim- the truth, the ironic aspects aspects of his fan of this cheap luxury, lo- wear and accessories. Each of life that we may notice but routine and cated just one exit away from piece has a flare of European never bring up in discussion. even gave SNHU on Interstate 93. From spark with girlish charm that Only a few comedians him some apartment to dorm necessi- is sure to please every style however, have been able to tru- new mate- ties to food and beauty sup- goddess. The clothing is also ly push the envelope. Whether rial, such as ply, it’s one stop shopping for budget friendly. Prices range it’s Robert Schimmel or the a hilarious almost everything a college from $12.99-149.99. The line late Richard Pryor and Lenny bit where he student on a budget needs. arrived in Target stores Feb. Bruce, no one has ever been compares Just when you think 1 and will depart April 30. So able to bring stand up comedy Britain’s Target couldn’t get any bet- hurry and grab this hot new closer to the edge than the late crime level ter, it did! Target and fashion trend because it’s only in stores Bill Hicks. Hicks is something with that of designer Luella Bartley from for 90 days before another new of an enigma. Many young Los Angeles. London have teamed up and designer teams up with Target people today have probably After one lis- introduced a European girl and introduces a new look. The never heard of him, yet ask ten it is no rocker style line, full of funky line is a part of Target’s “Go any stand up comedian today surprise that patterns, cuts, and fun. Bartley, International” promotional who Bill Hicks is and they will Hicks is ex- a British born former fashion event in which every 90 days, more than likely tell you he was tremely liber- writer, decided to launch her a new hot designer launches an inspiration and a legend. al. He makes own line in 2000. She is cur- Image Provided by John Bergeron his or her line. Here are top Recorded in November no attempt to rently a designer icon among looks Bartley designed herself: 1992 at the Oxford Playhouse sugarcoat his views on Presi- the subjects that really mat- London’s young adult popu- in Great Britain, Salvation dent George Bush and the Gulf ter with a 30-foot pole. Hicks serves as the “last hurrah” for War. Don’t be fooled though did, and the world of comedy the continuing legacy of Hicks. because Hicks isn’t just about and free speech hasn’t been Hicks can probably be con- politics, so whether you agree the same since he passed on. sidered the king of counter- with his views or not, everyone culture comedy, with his rou- can find something side-split- tine touching on topics from ting hilarious about his routine. everything to his hatred for Hicks is a legend, and it is modern religion, his stance on a shame that most people who legalizing marijuana, smok- are obsessed with comedians ing and porno, all the way to such as Dane Cook, Carlos even poking fun at the assas- Mencia or Larry the Cable Guy sination of President Kennedy. have never even heard of him. Courtside Chic As great a comedic legend The comedians I just listed are $24.99- $29.99 as Hicks is, all of the albums I great (save Larry the Cable Guy have heard or movies I have in this writer’s point-of-view), seen, seem to be a bit repeti- but in a world built on war, tious in the organization of his fear and let’s face it, an over- routine. You tend to hear the whelming amount of conser- same jokes told over and over, vative, republican nonsense, Luella Rock Royalty yet on Salvation, I believe his no one has the guts to touch $39.99- 149.99

Blue Jean Queen The Clash $14.99-39.99 $8.99- 149.99

Pictures from Target.com  The Observer Wednesday, February 22nd, 2006 Club Reviews Lifehouse is coming to SNHU Katlyn Morin Contributing Writer The pop rock/alter- native band Lifehouse will perform at the Field- house on April 28 at 8 p.m. The show is sponspored by CAPE. and is open to all SNHU students, fac- ulty, staff and the public. Tickets are on sale as of March 1, 2006 and are avail- able at the SNHU’s info booth and at all Strawberries and FYE locations. Tickets are $15 for all SNHU students, alumni, faculty and staff. The Image Provided by CAPE public will be charged $20. The band’s chart-topping climbing the charts. Their hits include “Hanging by a Mo- first single “Hanging by a Mo- ment” and current U.S. single, ment” won a Billboard Mu- “You and Me.” Dorothy Wel- sic Award for Hot 100 Single come, 18, a freshman at SNHU of the Year in which singles The SNHU Wellness Center Presents said, “I’ve heard a lot of posi- from Janet Jackson and Alicia tive feedback from students Keys were also being consid- on campus, and although a ered. Other hit singles include Powerful Music By and About Women lot of them think Lifehouse “Spin,” “You and Me,” and the was a one hit wonder, they popular ballad “Everything.” are not just some local band.” Current members of the Friday, March 10, 8-10 in the Pub Since the arrival of Life- band include Jason Wade Deborah Rocha and Entre Amigos: an international house with their debut album, (lead vocals, guitar), Rick trio of women musicians present the sounds of “No Name Face,” released in Woolstenhulme (drums) and October 2000, the band is still Bryce Soderberg (bass, vocals). Brazil -- upbeat, infectious samba, baiao and bossa nova. Refreshments provided.

Thursday, March 16, 12:30 – 2 in the Pub TV CLUB Indigrrls Showcase I: Songwriter/guitarists Jane The newest club on campus! Fallon (SNHU’s own) and Patti DeRosa, and Positions open: songwriter/djembe player Tara Greenblatt. Bring Anchorman Contact your lunch and enjoy. Weatherman Sam Peret Sports talk Okendo Lewis-Gayle Thursday, March 30, 7:30 – 10:30 in the pub Talk show host Diane Chui Indiegrrls Showcase II: Songwriter/guitarists Thea Who’s Line is it host Tony Carr Hopkins and Susan Levine, Blueswoman Marylou Video editors Scriptors. Ferrante, and Songwriter/pianist Kate Klim. Bring your ideas on board! Refreshments provided. Jane Fallon hosts. Wednesday, December 21st, 2005 The Observer 9

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manchester bedford nashua 625.1730 472.3656 882.4070 10 The Observer Wednesday, February 22nd, 2006 Club Reviews day on the hill innately brings people closer. The trip was a Sport Management club Ski and Ride Club Visits Milton, the Exeter department peaceful experience, and every- Whitney McKeon one took from it what they had had hundreds of programs and Smuggler’s Notch, VT set out for. Without restricting Contributing Writer participants and over 40 years while others trudged in from Brian Kanarek rules or expectations, it was As we continue with the of history. He runs four soc- the backcountry. Some chose free time to bond with friends, spring semester of 2006, the cer fields, three baseball fields, Staff Writer to take advantage of the din- On Friday evening we ar- meet new people, spiritual re- Sport Management Club is in eight tennis courts, a pool, ner provided by the resort rived and settled in by the newal or self introspection, full force. Already sponsor- and two basketball courts. To- while others set out for grub in fireplaces in the two town- and exploration of the winter ing a trip to the movie Munich day in Exeter, there are 500 the village or prepared a home houses rented for the week- wonderland riding through the in relation to the start of the youths involved in parks and cooked meal in our private end. The real estate was boulevards or the wilderness. Winter Olympics in Torino, It- recreation department activi- kitchens. After dinner some prime, only steps from the ski The trip went off without aly, they have also picked back ties such as BMX riding, kayak avidly watched the Olympics lift. Friday night culminated a hitch, riding like a freshly up with their speaker series. lesson, skiing, art programs, while others took advantage of with a fat hickory smoked waxed board due to the dili- On Tuesday Feb. 7, and the common sports like the free snow tubing or gravi- roast beef and excitement gence and planning by the club Greg Bisson a 1998 alumni of basketball and baseball. There tated back to the hot tub or brewing for the day ahead. board and its advisors. More the Southern New Hampshire are six full time staff members went snowmobiling through The next morning the students should take advan- University - Sport Management during the “off-season,” and the backwoods into the notch. crew awoke early and bright tage of the SGA club funding. Department, spoke about his during the summer there are We woke and packed the eyed ramping up for a spec- Afterall, it is derived from your experiences in the sport man- 30 – 40 seasonal employees. rentals for the trip home later tacular day on the mountain. student activities fee, which is agement field and his current Two sport manage- that afternoon, but there was Geared up and well fed from charged to all students upon position as the parks and rec- ment majors, Luke McGowan still free breakfast and a full breakfast on the house, every- remitting tuition in the amount reation director in Exeter, N.H. (‘06) and Pat Bickford (‘06), day to leave it on the moun- one hit the slopes to put skis of $165 every year. SGA Trea- Bisson’s various jobs interned for Bisson and both tain. Another day of mild on for the first time or traverse surer Kibar Moussoba manag- include interning for the Uni- said it was a fun, informal en- temperature, though the sun the backcountry, but as it was, es a $600,000 plus budget that versity of New Hampshire vironment. Their tasks over the never fully came through. everyone pleasantly basked in allocates funds to clubs for the athletic department, direc- summer included mulching the Sunday proved to be better the sun and dug the trails in sole purpose to organize events tor of guest services at Water fields, taking inventory, work- than Saturday. Being better their own way. At one point for students to enjoy, learn, Country, assistant manager ing with the kids, making sure acclimated with the mountain in the afternoon I freed myself and grow. There are still many of Converse, a door-to-door fields were set up, working spe- and adjusted to the element of the layers that kept out the more events on tap put on by salesman, and a telephone cial events such as cookouts, of a small town in Vermont early morning frost and closed organizations like the Outing representative. But none of and helping to run the camp with three tall peaks the carv- my eyes to be one with the trees Club to the Accounting Asso- these jobs kept Bisson inter- that runs from June to August. ing, bumps, jumps, tricks and under the radiant sun, soak- ciation, which are open to all est. Then he found an adver- In closing, Bisson learning curve was stepped up. ing in the emanating warmth. students. Take advantage of tisement as a parks and recre- had a few words of advice for Making new friends or Saturday après ski was a these types of trips and expand ation director in Milton, N.H. the students. The best way to strengthening bonds every different experience for all; your mind, body and soul. This was an opportu- get started in anything is net- some lounged in the hot tub, nity he wasn’t about to pass working. Also, volunteering is up although the job was not an important. “Don’t worry about brothers and asked some ques- easy one. Because this wasn’t making money, worry about Stop Greek stereotypes tions. Anyone that gets asked a well established depart- getting experience,” he said. to be a part of a Greek orga- ment, he began the job with The Sport Manage- Mike Korch a man by the name of Niclas nization their first and main no employees or guidelines to ment Club will continue their Kark. A lot of people know him Staff Writer concern is if there is any haz- run it. He had to be a ground- speaker series on Thursday on campus as “Swede” because What is the first thing you ing. I didn’t want to be a part skeeper, secretary and direc- Feb. 16 at 12:40 p.m., when he’s big and well… Swedish. I think of when you hear about of something where I would be tor all in one. He was given Jake Olka from Harvard hung out with him a few times a fraternity or sorority? Is it humiliated and violated just to a $70,000 budget and only University’s athletic depart- over the first few weeks at the good old tale depicted in be a member. He informed me had four established events to ment comes to speak about school, playing video games the movie “Animal House”? that in the state of New Hamp- work with. By the end of his his experiences with Harvard and meeting some of the guys A bunch of wasted “frat boys” shire, hazing is completely il- three year stay in Milton, he and the Boston Celtics. Also, that he knew on campus. To throwing beer bottles when you legal, and not only with the had brought the event count on Wednesday March 1 at be completely honest, I never walk in the door? Maybe chug- state, but SNHU looks down to over 30, creating the Wet 5 p.m., Beverly Smith from even knew that he was in a ging handles of Tennessee’s upon hazing very strongly. and Wild Summer program, the NFL comes to speak to fraternity because he didn’t finest sour mash? Is it cows, Also, the Greek organizations a Harley Davidson program, the students about her posi- feed that stereotypical image, goats, paddles, hazing? I’d love on campus go to seminars as well as a summer camp. tion as the national program which had been branded into to know what the students on each semester to teach and After his job at Milton, director for the Local Initia- my mind. After he and I began SNHU’s campus really think reinforce non-hazing policies he moved on to Exeter, N.H., in tives Support Corporations’ talking, he brought up the fact about being in a Greek orga- to all its members. Hazing is the same field. Unlike the parks (LISC) Youth Development that he and his brothers were nization, just to see how much no longer a part of Greek life and recreation department in and Recreation Program. of that un-truthful stereotype having their rush night where at SNHU because these orga- is crammed into their heads. they were all getting together nizations believe that hazing to hang out and have dinner, By being a brother doesn’t mold the type of mem- are not. I’m not sure if it’s in- to SNHU. It has gotten me and he wanted to know if I had in one of the fraternities on bers they are looking for. They timidation from either sides, active on campus more than ever thought of being part of a campus, I could be looked at feel it only weakens the whole or maybe people are just stuck I could have ever imagined, Greek organization. I kindly as having a biased opinion Greek community. So I signed in their views of what it is to be introduced me to many inter- explained to Niclas that I could toward Greek Life or that I’m up and was offered a bid. I Greek? I have no idea. From a esting people, and has opened never see myself being in a trying to sell you a false prod- pledged for a full five weeks, personal perspective I can say up doors and career paths that “frat.” He immediately took uct, but I’m not. When I first and I can proudly say that it that we aren’t the people from I didn’t think I’d ever have. I offense and exclaimed, “It’s a arrived at SNHU, I had abso- was a time in my life that I “Animal House” who drink hope whoever reads this article fraternity not a frat. We have lutely no intention of ever be- can look back and will always our lives away. In fact, all of re-evaluates Greek society in more respect for ourselves ing in a fraternity. Like a lot remember. It’s where I met the Greek organizations here whole and also here at SNHU, than that.” He then asked me of people, I had a poisonous my best friends and 14 guys I at SNHU are required to throw and hopefully it will give you a if I would call my country a… view of the typical Greek be- call my brothers who would do events for the students on cam- new and improved outlook on well you know how that goes. ing the “jock frat boy.” Every- anything for me and each other pus, as well as fundraise and the people who wear their let- Anyway, that right there thing I’ve ever seen come out if any of us were ever in a time do community service all over ters so proudly on their chest. instantly changed my view of of Hollywood makes all fra- of need. It’s a sense of brother- New England. Lots of stu- Look into these Greek organi- fraternity life. All the guys I ternities look like giant binge hood that will remain forever. dents within the seven Greek zations on campus; you have had met before with him never drinking organizations, where Now I don’t know what it organizations on campus everything to gain and nothing once mentioned that they were our only goal in life is to be takes to get guys and girls on have members that are also to lose. The next time you see Greek, and it amazed me how so drunk we don’t remember the SNHU campus to be more very active with other clubs someone, guy or girl, wearing much pride they had for the ever going to college. I’ll ad- involved and active with Greek and organizations at SNHU. letters on their chest ask them organization that they are a mit that I thought that way, life. I feel as if there is some Personally, I think being a what it’s like being Greek. part of. It got me thinking, and and I wanted no part of it. sort of bad vibe with people fraternity man was the smart- It may be worth your while. I sat down with him and some My r.a. freshman year was who are Greek and those who est move I made when I came Wednesday, December 21st, 2005 The Observer 11 Opinion The price of driving while drunk My family was incred- embarrassing back then, she Stephanie Chick ibly fortunate that day, as my was actually showing her un- mother was able to walk away failing love for us by keeping dishes and buying toiletries Co A&E Editor Dear Lexi, from the crash without so us safe in a car. Now it is em- and your roommates are tak- I have a crush on much as a cut or scratch. She bedded in our heads to imme- ing full advantage of this, you “Don’t freak out, because the sister of my friend’s boy- was driving through an inter- diately buckle our seatbelts the need to speak up. If they can- Mom is fine,” was the first friend. My friend’s boyfriend section in a neighborhood in instant we get into a car, and not handle your concerns, thing my older sister said to would kill me if he knew. Virginia Beach, Va., when a it is probably one of the best they should reconsider liv- me that beautiful sunny Sat- What should I do? -Katie drunk driver ran a red light things she has ever taught us. ing in the apartments as this urday morning. Instantly my heart beat doubled in pace. and slammed into the side of As for those people who Katie is only a small responsibil- , Thus began a gut-wrenching, her truck, causing it to roll choose to get behind the wheel First, if he is a good ity to living in the real world. heart-twisting, breath-tak- over twice. The truck came of a car after having a few friend of yours, he should try ing reaction that burned my to rest on the driver’s side, drinks, think again. I know to understand your feelings, Dear Lexi, throat, almost like I just swal- and miraculously my mother that people probably think that no matter whom they are for. One of my roommates lowed a red hot coal. Then it climbed out of the truck on they are fine to drive after a few Second, I think telling him is really annoying. He flips out burned in my chest, like invisi- her own without injury. I like drinks, but it is always better to would be your best bet. Going when people are loud. Yet when ble hands were reaching inside to think that her life was saved be safe than sorry. According to behind backs is sneaky and will he gets loud and we complain, me and relentlessly squeezing not only because of the qual- Mother’s Against Drunk Driv- most likely harm any friend- he gets angrier. What should my throat, my heart, my lungs. ity of her truck, but also be- ing, 39 percent of the fatal car ship. It is best to be truthful I do? -Angry Roommate “There’s been an accident.” cause she wore her seatbelt. accidents in the United States to the ones you care about, and I cannot stress enough in 2004 were alcohol related. Angry Roommate, No person ever wants to most importantly, to yourself. the importance of wearing In New Hampshire alone, 35 Let this roommate hear those four awful words your seatbelt. According to percent of the fatal crashes know that you are annoyed about a friend or loved one be- the National Highway Traffic last year were alcohol related. Dear Lexi, with him and that he is a hypo- ing involved in a car accident Safety Association (NHTSA), Those people never realized I live with several crite. If all else fails, be quiet. with a drunk driver. Yet it is roommates. It’s great hav- becoming more and more com- proper seatbelt use has pre- that they would be ending ing my own kitchen, but how mon to find car accidents that vented roughly 15,700 deaths their lives, or someone else’s, and 350,000 serious injuries then they started their car. do I get my roommates to do Feel free to e-mail Lexi involve drunk drivers, and to each year. I am grateful to say You never know what is their dishes and to buy toi- at [email protected] find people who know someone that my mother’s life is one of going to happen when you let paper? -Lost in Suds with questions or con- involved in such an accident, those. When we were young, drive, whether sober or in- cerns! Some will be featured whether as the victim or as my sister and I used to think toxicated. But always remem- Lost in Suds, in the next edition of the offender. These accidents that our mom was so strange ber that the opportunity cost If you are setting a The Observer! 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Fatu- ©2006 Enterprise Rent-A-Car Company. 1237.02/06 love, love is all you need.” 12 The Observer Opinion Wednesday, February 22nd, 2006 A freshman’s first semester Can We Just Discuss… Jennie Fitzgerald friends were made, I had to Kanye West’s unique Staff Writer get back into the whole doing homework and studying thing approach to public exposure? It was Sept. 3, 2005, and again after a long summer. I way, if anything, I’m offended is hilarious. Who ever told I was entering the class of Libby Parent wasn’t looking forward to do- that there is as much news him that would be a good 2009 at Southern New Hamp- Staff Writer ing this, but knew that it was coverage on him as there is. idea, I’m not sure, but it defi- shire University. As an incom- what I am here for, an educa- The infamous magazine, His personality and extreme nitely is an attention grab- ing freshman, an 18-year-old tion. The partying definitely “Rolling Stone,” released an arrogance certainly make bing cover produced solely girl from Worcester, Mass., winded down after the first few issue of their magazine con- me turn the other way when for his own p.r. Magazines and an enthusiastic college weekends, and SNHU became taining Kanye West posing I hear anything about him. such as “Rolling Stone” are incomer, I was experiencing kind of boring, doing the same as Jesus Christ on the cover. He thinks he’s so sweet completely ridiculous anyway. all the normal feelings of any old thing every day. My room- Interesting approach. Not and it’s hard to respect some- I’m not saying I don’t en- person in my situation. I was mates would go home every only has this drawn atten- one who has no problem tell- joy a quick read every now and excited, anxious and nervous, weekend, so I started to do the tion, but also protests to pur- ing you how sweet they are. then, but the fact that such but more that anything I was same. I didn’t realize that so chasing the magazine. ABC Beyond the cover, he is ex- interest is taken in celebri- feeling completely indepen- many people who go here live News went into detail about tremely outspoken. Obviously, ties over political or histori- dent. Independent of my fam- so close. On the weekends that many different magazine I have some opinions myself; cal figures says a lot about the ily, my friends back home and I was here, though, I had a good covers have been a bit “over- otherwise I wouldn’t have an culture we have created. I’m my life as I knew it for the past time, so I knew at some point board,” nudity playing a huge opinion column. But, Kanye, not going to lie. I’m trying 18 years. Being the only one my roommates would too. part. However, this seems to have your opinion and express to get an internship at “Roll- out of my friends and fam- As I mentioned before, all be the last straw as the cover it in a way that people can actu- ing Stone,” but I mean, taking ily to leave Worcester to go to of my family and close friends has offended various groups. ally respect. I know that after things that it produces so se- college, I was feeling alone in were still back at home, so at Okay. Honestly, I have hearing about his statements riously as to protest? I really my journey and pressure to times, I felt like I was miss- seen some pretty ridiculous made at the Hurricane Katrina don’t think that taking offense do well. Despite all of my in- ing out on things that I want- magazine covers, but isn’t that Relief, I thought he was com- and protesting is even worth securities and worries about ed to be a part of. The more whole point? Get people’s at- pletely out of line. Kanye, have it, as “Rolling Stone” has how college would really be, I I went home on weekends, tention right? Agreeing with your opinion about anything stayed behind its intentions. was soon moving in with my the more I missed home and this statement, ABC news you want, the president includ- Like I said, Kanye West two roommates and waking dreaded coming back here. I enforces that “magazine cov- ed. Enjoy the democracy and is pretty silly, but this cover up the next morning in my think going home so much af- ers have to grab the readers freedom of speech you have shouldn’t be a reason to pro- new home away from home. fected my experience here in at the newsstand,” perhaps in this country. But the state- test buying it. Obviously, do Freshman orientation was a negative way because I kept accounting for their rich his- ment, “President Bush does what you want. I just think something I will never forget. comparing them. My friends tory of pushing the envelope. not care about black people” there are many other reasons It was a beautiful, sunny week- were all together at the same Simply put, the whole makes you sound completely to protest it. Why choose a end, and the various cookouts school, and I was here with point of marketing is to target uneducated. Are you serious? staged photo shoot, that you were perfect. Although the people I had yet to make a specific groups of people. And Kanye, you are a pop star, know is only meant to make food wasn’t that great, it gave great connection with. I was although this cover causes a celebrity, and unfortunately Kanye West feel that much everyone an excuse to enjoy the looking forward to Thanks- some controversy, protesting idolized by many people all better about himself, if at all weather and meet new people. giving and Christmas break. the magazine? Please. Me- over the world. Watch your- possible? The music indus- The one thing that sticks out The semester flew by, and dia is crazy these days. We self, and also be able to han- try constantly surprises me. in my mind about orientation before I knew it, it was time to have footage from the front- dle the repercussions of idi- From the half time show in last was the Playfair, which was go home for almost a month. line during the war in Iraq! otic comments, such as that. year’s Super Bowl (Justin Tim- something I’ve never done and Looking back, the first semes- Obviously these are differ- Whether you like it or not, berlake exposing Janet Jack- will probably never do again. ter was a mix between loving it ent, but media is so exten- everything you do and say is son all over America) to the My roommates and I had no and not even liking it. I met a sive and does pretty risqué monitored and newsworthy. statements artists make about idea what it was or what we lot of new people and learned a things: How is this surprising? Unfortunately the media finds subjects they are completely would have to do, but we soon lot about myself as well as oth- Plus music is a business, your life more interesting than uneducated about. Any p.r. is found out that our shyness ers. I got to know the school and all the sex and drugs and many other issues in the world. good whether it creates a pro- would be thrown out the win- itself and experienced one of rock n’ roll make it exactly how And Kanye, man up: just test or awards you a Grammy. dow and we’d have to meet “as the hardest transitions that a people want it to be: dramatic. because you think you are If I had it my way, Kanye many people as possible.” Dur- young person goes through. I I highly doubt the point of this the man, doesn’t mean you West would not have posed as ing Playfair, the entire fresh- was proud of myself for taking cover was to let consumers get to be patronizing or ig- Jesus just because he thinks man class gathers on the soc- on the challenge with an open believe Kanye West was Je- norant with no explanation. he should be worshipped, cer field with the orientation mind and optimistic spirit, sus. I may entertain the idea Clearly, the respect I have or whatever his personal leaders. A host on stage made nevermind earning a 3.8 GPA. of an over-reaction and feel- for Kanye West is minimal. satisfaction was. Okay so I us do things to meet others. As a new semester came upon ings of offense, but do people The idea to have Kanye won’t blame it all on him… For example, we had to split me, I came back with the in- honestly think that the cover West pose as Jesus Christ maybe on his publicist too. into groups according to what tention to get more involved, was meant to insult anybody? on the “Rolling Stone” cover month your birthday is in. It stay here more often, and “Rolling Stone” claimed was madness seeing about 300 take the experience into my it “artistic.” Artistic, I’m not kids scrambling while yelling own hands. Being a freshman so sure, but I, as a Catholic, “November, July, March!” The comes with many challenges personally do not take any various activities we had to do and changes of emotions. I offense to the cover. Kanye were crazy but fun at the same am sure there will be more West is clearly not Jesus; time. Although some people I will face at SNHU. I just however, his song, “Jesus thought it was stupid, I thought hope that whatever the chal- Walks,” is legit, and I don’t it was hilarious to see everyone lenge, it will make me a bet- mind bumping to it occasion- being so awkwardly friend- ter person and help me grow ally. That said, the cover is not ly and out of their element. into the woman I hope to be. completely random: it is obvi- As classes started and ously related to his lyric choice WRITE FOR in several of his top songs. THE And yes, he is just a “pop” star, and I certainly hope no OBSERVER one worships Kanye West because as though he were Jesus, or Thursdays that they would ever confuse were meant for the two (Jesus and Kanye). copy editing... Kanye West is an okay ...Not Drinking!! “musician.” Can we use that For more information about joining the word for certain artists such staff, please e-mail the Editor in Chief, Lindsay Frydryk, at observer@snhu. as rappers? I’m not really sure edu. See you at our next meeting!! anymore, but I will at least give him the “artist” title. Any- Wednesday, December 21st, 2005 The Observer 13 Opinion The freshman experience with an added culinary view Okendo Lewis-Gayle Daniel C. Smith the culinary lifestyle. When I sorption of new material. The Staff Writer he arrived. After I found my Staff Writer real roommate, we seamed was in high school, I believed class was designed to make you This winter to co-exist fairly well, but we that cooking was a lot of fun feel comfortable at SNHU and break Student Gov- The first of any- never really connected un- and that I wanted to do it for get you into the swing of col- ernment Associa- thing is always hard. til several weeks into school. the rest of my life. In college, lege work. The only construc- tion Senators Tony The first time you ride a After I had conquered my however, I found out that not tive thing I got out of that class Carr, Sam Peret bike, the first time you read fear of roommate troubles, I only is cooking a lot of fun, but was a resume and cover letter. and I embarked a book, or the first time you stated to get into the opening is requires a lot of hard work. The point of my rant is on a road trip that kiss. College is another first week events. On the second The culinary work load for the not to deter prospective stu- will be a constant source for that is hard. When I came to day, I broke my arm. Now I first semester consists of two dents from coming to the stories for our grandchildren. college for the first time, I had know you might be thinking, five-hour labs and three to school, but to tell people that On Jan. 1, the three of us no idea what to expect. I was how in heaven’s name did you four other culinary and gener- no mater what the challenges, departed on a 24-hour-non- moving from an environment do that on only your second ic classes. The best part of the SNHU has provided me with stop drive to the Katrina rav- that I was quite comfortable day? Well, I was flying down lab classes was that not only the support and courage that I aged city of New Orleans. As in to an environment that I the hill toward the lower suites did we have a lab every week, needed to overcome all of the we drove in, we were over- had only read about and seen where I live, when I lost con- but we also got a ton of home- difficulties. The culinary life come by a pervasive feeling a few times. I did not know trol of the bike and went off work outside of class. One of can be very grueling at times, of hopelessness. Utter dev- what the people would be like, the road onto the dirt. It was the other required classes was and it will often wear you out, astation lied on either side of what my roommate would at this moment that I realized a sanitation class. Now the but I still love what I am do- Interstate 10: damaged roofs, be like, and especially what I was hurdling toward a metal sanitation class had a trick if ing. I am still here as a stu- abandoned cars, empty Wal- classes would be like. I had pole (you know the ones that you didn’t pass the certifica- dent, and now that I am past Mart plazas. All served as to jump head first into a bot- hold up the gates). I was not tion exam, then you didn’t the first semester, I am getting perennial reminders of the tomless pool of knowledge. able to stop myself and I hit graduate. The good news is into many new clubs and put- apocalyptic havoc wreaked The first few days of my the pole. The crash sent me that the test can be re-taken ting myself out there more. just a few months earlier by life at SNHU were rather in- flying, and I landed about 10 as many times as you need. Try your best to be a part of the potent winds and the de- teresting and very difficult. feet away on the pavement. I The stresses of college something and definitely stay structive waters of Katrina. The first time I set foot in my had decided mid-air that the life in the first semester were current with all school work. In the mist of all the may- room, I found a 50-year-old best course of action was to supposed to be lessened and Culinary students, especially, hem, we did what little we guy lying on my roommate’s take the brunt of the force with helped by taking the class cannot afford to get behind. could and helped just about bed. At first I was thinking “I my left arm. That was a stu- called FEX (Freshman Expe- anyone who asked. From plac- really hope this isn’t my room- pid idea. I broke my arm and rience Seminar). I’m not sure ing blue tarps on the battered mate,” and then I realized he ended up going to the doctor. about the rest of the campus, roofs, to washing dishes at was just fixing a socket, which If that wasn’t hard enough, but FEX did almost nothing to soup kitchens and clearing out my roommate had managed I soon found out the strains of help my work load or my ab- homes of drenched carpets, to blow only 10 minutes after food-packed and putrid refrig- erators, sheetrock, beds and mattresses, all we did with a Actions speak louder than cartoons sense of duty and joy. For in spite of the laborious and Ben Barkhouse Rasmussen over these draw- organizing these riots. On a more dishonor to Islam than often dangerous tasks that Opinions Editor ings. The government declined side note, papers in the U.S. any cartoon ever could. This we were given, we never once this request on the grounds and U.K. have refused to print dilemma within the Muslim complained or felt abused by Twelve editorial cartoons that the Arab nations wanted the cartoons domestically out community has caused divi- those we helped. On the con- have sparked a controversy in- the Danish government to of respect. The protests have sions with pleas to end the vio- trary we perceived our efforts volving hundreds of thousands punish the newspaper, but the renewed debate over freedom lence by clerics on one side and as a sort civic responsibility of people in dozens of coun- Prime Minister said the car- of speech and religious toler- a call to more action from the and were glad to lend a help- tries causing destruction and toons were not an acceptable ance but according to the BBC, other. The Ayatollah of Iran ing hand. We gained a true violence worldwide. In Sep- basis for punishment and are “It is the satirical intent of the even went to so far as to call understanding of what people tember 2005 Danish newspa- protected under Danish law. cartoonists, and the associa- the crisis a Jewish conspiracy. mean when they say that “it’s per, Jyllands-Posten, printed This response led several tion of the Prophet with ter- If indeed Islam is a reli- better to give than to receive.” twelve cartoons depicting the Danish Imams to travel to the rorism, that is so offensive to gion of peace as professed by A notion and a spirit perfectly prophet of Islam, Muham- Middle East and spread word the vast majority of Muslims.” Muslim scholars and the Ko- captured in the song that be- mad, in several ways consid- of the cartoons through a 43- Most Americans are used ran itself, that peace must be came our anthem, Lean On ered disrespectful by Muslims; page dossier which circulated to images of flags being de- practiced and spread by its Me by Bill Withers. including one in which he is first in Egypt and then the rest faced in far-off countries and members. How can they de- The latter, the few people wearing a bomb as a turban. of the region creating outrage effigies of American politi- mand tolerance from the West who have returned to the re- These images were published and political tumult. That’s cians being burned, but when but at the same time not toler- gion, and the people, who have along with an article on free- only the beginning of the story the flags being burned are the ate the tradition of free press traveled from across the coun- dom of speech, which detailed however, as in January 2006 flags of nations which typically and open discussion in return? try and indeed the world to the plight of a children’s book the cartoons were reprinted all stay out international affairs, Regardless of who’s right and help are the real story of New author finding artists unwill- over Scandinavia, the major people begin the take notice who’s wrong, the “Cartoon In- Orleans and the Gulf Coast, for ing to draw Muhammad for papers of Europe and eventu- and wonder what is really go- tifada” exists and has been con- they all provided us with in- her book in fear of personal ally 40 countries worldwide. ing on. Never would this writer ducted in a way counter-pro- spirational stories of selfless- retribution from extremists. The reaction has come to be have imagined Danish or Nor- ductive to the benefit of Islam ness and human endurance Depictions of the prophet are known as the “Cartoon Intifa- wegian flags being desecrat- and only serves to promote the that will dwell in our hearts forbidden in Islam. Outraged da.” On February 4, the Dan- ed in the Middle East. Since concept of Islamic terrorism. and minds for as long as we Muslim groups demanded an ish and Norwegian embassies when do they piss anyone off? One can only hope that some live. All, victims and volun- apology and after much con- in Syria were set ablaze by pro- To the casual viewer it would day the people committing teers alike, entreated us to in- flict and even a police - inves testers. This ignited a chain re- look as if the jihad has finally undue violence like this will fi- form you all that “it ain’t over” tigation, Jyllands-Posten re- action resulting in the destruc- spread to the neutral nations nally understand the message much remains to be done, leased this statement: “In our tion of European diplomatic of Europe. The violent and of their prophet and respected and it can only be done with opinion, the 12 drawings were buildings all over the Middle sudden reaction to the car- founder, Muhammad, and re- the support of fellow-citizens. sober. They were not intended East, including countries like toons is causing tremendous fuse to be controlled by those In this spirit I leave my to be offensive, nor were they Austria and France which damage to the image of Islam. who desire power and use re- three readers with the Logos at variance with Danish law, had no hand in the cartoons. The irony is almost palpable ligion and lies as the fuel of of the month “altruism.” From but they have indisputably As of the time of this writing, as the protesters are exempli- personal ambition. I’d like to Latin alter (other), it indicates offended many Muslims for the uprising has cost at least fying the very things they say leave the reader with a quote the ability to put the needs which we apologize.” However, a dozen lives and the destruc- the cartoon unjustly repre- from the Koran which is very of others before your own. this apology was not enough; tion continues daily. The U.S. sents about Muslims. Burning relevant, “Fight in the cause of Sincerely, in October eleven Arab am- has condemned these violent down embassies, vandalizing Allah those who fight you, but protests and accused the gov- churches, and chanting death do not transgress limits; for Okendo Lewis Gayle bassadors requested a meeting with Danish Prime Minister ernments of Iran and Syria of threats does hundreds of times Allah loves not transgressors.” 1 The Observer Sports Wednesday, February 22nd, 2006 SNHU hockey downs Saint Anselm 4-3 in OT Spring sports

Tom McDermott town rival, improved to 9-8-4 the 3:16 start training mark of Sports Info Director overall and 3-1-0 in the North- Stephanie Belida east-10. Saint Anselm dropped the first Sophomore Joshua to 12-7-1 overall and 3-1 in period on a Sports Editor Douglas (Mississauga, On- the league. The two teams blast from tario) scored the game-win- join Stonehill (12-6-0, 3-1-0 the right There may still be snow ning goal 2:50 into overtime NE-10) in a three-way tie for point. Se- on the ground, but that’s not to lift SNHU to a 4-3 victory first place in the conference. nior Mike stopping SNHU spring sports over host Saint Anselm Col- SNHU was winless (0-17- Walsh teams from getting ready lege in Feb. 7’s Northeast-10 1) in its previous 18 meetings (Milton, for the upcoming season. Conference hockey action. with the Hawks, including a MA) and 10-1 loss earlier this year in rookie From about two o’clock in the afternoon until eleven SNHU, which posted its the consolation game of the Andrew o’clock at night, the small first-ever victory over its cross- PAL Stovepipe Tournament. Woodford Sophomore Bran- (Westford, gym and field house are filled don Hammermeister MA) assist- Image Provided by SNHU Athletics with teams practicing. Along Lowe (Stoughton, MA) scored (Calgary, Alberta) led ed on the play. Mike Nunzianto with the winter sports that off a pass from senior co-cap- the Penmen with two (Guilford, CT) put the Hawks are still in session, men’s and tain Rob Curran (Holbrook, goals and one assist, up 2-0 with less than five min- women’s lacrosse and soft- NY). DiMarzo knotted the while classmate Domi- utes to play in the first with a ball and baseball have started game at 3-3 just 1:29 into the nic DiMarzo (East Bos- power-play goal from the left to get in shape for their up- third period when he redi- ton, MA) scored the point, with Brett Smith (Hud- coming season. Men’s and rected a shot in front of the net game-tying goal and son, MA) and Chris O’Brien women’s tennis will soon for his 11th goal of the year. added two assists. Se- (Watertown, MA) assisting. also be taking the court to get The game-winner came nior Chris White (Na- Hammermeister, who has ready for the spring sunshine. at the 2:50 mark of the over- perville, IL) and junior now totaled a team-high 12 So right now the gyms time period when Douglas Chet Riley (Randolph, goals and 22 points, brought may seem crowded. But don’t sent a rebound past Saint MA) both recorded the Penmen within a goal with worry, before you know it, Anselm goalkeeper Clay Ad- two assists for the a power-play goal at the end SNHU spring teams will ams (Chevy Chase, MD). Penmen. White now of the first period, and knot- be in action on the fields. Adams finished the game stands four points shy ted the game at 2-2 at 11:43 Mark your calendars for the with a career-high 21 saves, of 100 for his career. of the second period. Di- following start dates: while freshman Matt Cour- Junior defender Marzo assisted on both goals. Baseball – March 4 @ St. chesne (Bow, NH) posted Brian Dobler (Jericho, The Hawks regained the Thomas Aquinas 24 saves for the Penmen to NY) gave The Hawks lead less than four minutes Men’s Lacrosse – March 12 later when freshman Matt earn his second-straight win. Image Provided by SNHU Athletics an early advantage at @ Molloy College Men’s Tennis – March 19 @ Lyndon State Women’s Tennis – March 19 Area athletes going for the gold in Torino, Italy @ St. Rose Erin McGlashing Golf – March 19- 20 @ Layout Editor Goldey Beacom Biathlon Freestyle Skiing Cross Country Softball – April 1 @ St. Carolyn Treacy, 23, 5’3”, Emily Cook, 26, 5’3”, Justin Freeman, 29, 5’11”, Anselm College The 2006 Winter Olympics Hanover, N.H. freestyle aerials, Belmont, Andover, N.H. are underway in Torino, Italy Mass. Kris Freeman, 25, 5’10”, this year, and quite a few of the Bobsledding Hannah Kearney, 19, 5’6”, Andover, N.H. athletes competing for United Bethany Hart, 26, 5’8”, North freestyle monguls, Hanover, States are from New Hamp- Grafton, Mass. N.H. Giant Slalom FREE ! shire and Massachusetts. Out Bode Miller, 28, 6’2”, of approximately 200 athletes Luge Franconia, N.H. competing for the USA, 20 of Men’s Slalom CLUBS ON CAMPUS! them are from New Hamp- Jonathan Myles, 23, 6’0”, Jimmy Cochran, 24, 6’0”, shire or Massachusetts. Be- singles luge, Plymouth, N.H. Keene, N.H. Snowboarding low is a listing of local athletes Bode Miller, 28, 6’2”, Michelle Gorgone, 22, 5’2”, Send us your competing and a brief biogra- Short Track Franconia, N.H. parallel giant slalom, Sudbury, accomplishments phy of each player. There are Caroline Hallisey, 25, 5’4”, Mass. or announcements 11 different competition areas Natick, Mass. Tyler Jewell, 28, 5’9”, alpine, in the 2006 Winter Olympics. Boston, Mass. and we will add them to our new Women’s Ice Hockey US Medals as of Feb.19th Super G.Downhill+Combined section on page 8 Tricia Dunn-Luoma, 31, 5’8”, GOLD Bode Miller, 28, 6’2”, defense, Derry, N.H. Chad Hedrick- Speed Skating- 5000m Franconia, N.H. and 10, Jamie Hagerman, 24, 5’9”, Shaun White- Snowboard- Men’s Half Pipe Club Reviews! defense, Wenham, Mass. Joey Cheek- Speed Skating - 500m Courtney Kennedy, 26, 5’9”, Hannah Teter- Snowboard- Ladies Half Pipe To find out about television defense, Woburn, Mass. Seth Wescott- Snowboard- Men’s Cross listings of Olympic events, go Katie King, 30, 5’9”, forward, Shani Davis- Speed Skating- 1000m to www.nbcolympics.com. The Salem, N.H. SILVER website will ask for your zip code, and then it will give you Sarah Parsons, 18, 5’8”, Daniel Kass- Snowboard- Men’s Half Pipe forward, Dover, Mass. a complete listing of all chan- Gretchen Bleiler- Snowboard- Ladies Half Pipe nels and events being shown. Lindsey Jacobellis-Snowboard- Ladies Cross Men’s’ Ice Hockey Joey Cheek- Speed Skating- 1000m Rick DiPietro, 24, 6’0”, bRONZE Winthrop, Mass. Toby Dawson- Freestyle Skiing- Men’s Moguls Bill Guerin, 35, 6’2”, forward, Get the word out Anton Apolo Ohno- Short Track Speed Skate- 1000m Wilbraham, Mass. for FREE! Keith Tkachuk, 34, 6’2”, forward, Melrose, Mass. Wednesday, December 21st, 2005 Sports The Observer 15 Upcoming Fenway Park gets a make-over Home Sports Laura Rotolo piece of glass is now gone and box seats located on the first and after the club finishes all Staff Writer has become an open area for and third base side has also upgrades by the park’s 100th better viewing of Sox games. been renovated. It has been birthday in 2012, the capac- Action The new club is called the replaced by a permanent base ity is projected to be 39,968. While the Boston Red EMC Club and features $275 structure. All these renova- Seating renovations are Sox enjoy the nice sun down seats. The new club will also tions are designed to increase not the only construction un- in Fort Myers, Fla., many of be heated and will still have seating so fans and money derway. Other renovations Look for information for Boston’s construction work- an excellent view of Fenway can increase. According to have taken place on the field. tournaments in ers are working hard to get Park and the Boston skyline. the Red Sox website, the seat- New piping for the sprinkler Men’s Basketball system has been installed, and Fenway ready for the Women’s Basketball Sox’s first game on April the giant speaker system has 11 when the Sox face been improved. Instead of the & the Toronto Blue Jays. sound reaching the surround- Hockey. After last season’s fi- ing neighborhood, it is now only Check out nal out at Fenway Park, going to reach only the seats of http://www.snhu.edu Fenway Park. Lastly there will Red Sox Senior Vice and click on Athletics for President for Planning be a new power station, as well and Development Janet as an emergency public ad- more information. Marie Smith started to dress system on the premises. begin working on the new As for Sox fans, the looks of Fenway Park. new renovations will help The team will return to their viewing pleasure a whole new ball park. during the 2006 season. The major renova- tion was to the .406 club located in back of home plate. The .406 club was BEER! a semi-private member- We can’t serve it at an ship club with stadium- Observer Meeting, style, theater seating and Image Taken by Laura Rotolo but you should join anyway. a great view of Fenway Park. Also part of the EMC Club is ing capacity for this season, Meetings are weekly in the upper half known as the based upon fire code, will be The old seats in the .406 club Robert Frost 302 @ 1pm were most recognizable by Home Plate Pavilion, which 38,805, up from 36,298 last on Thursday. the giant glass that covered is also new to Fenway Park. year. The renovations are the them. However, that giant The top portion of the fifth under current ownership, Bottoms Up! Feel free to email us as well with any comments or questions at [email protected] FACE CHALLENGES. Coco Crisp replaces Damon in outfield Sean Walsh (OBP) was an unimpres- in 15 consecutive games. Thom- Staff Writer sive .327. Crisp the switch as is 8-3 with a 2.17 GAA (goals HELP OTHERS. The Red Sox have found a hitter doesn’t walk much. against average). Thomas who replacement for the departed The Red Sox also gave up spent last year in the Finnish Johnny Damon. Coco Crisp another one of their top pros- Elite League, was the league has become the heir-appar- pects, catcher Kelly Shoppach. MVP, and posted a 1.56 GAA. ent for the cult hero Damon Shoppach was expendable af- The Bruins top line of Pa- to play Centerfield for the Sox. ter the Sox signed catcher Ja- trice Bergeron, Marco Sturm, Crisp, the 26 year old, who son Veritek to a four-year deal MAKE A DIFFERENCE and Brad Boyes have shined last year played left field due last off-season. Shoppach was consistently. The past 14 games EVERY DAY. to the younger center fielder called Bergeron has six goals 12 as- Grady up to the sists and 18 points. Rookie Boy- Sizemore majors es has six goals 13 assists for 19 in Cleve- last year points. Sturm has seven goals land. Crisp and is and has missed the past five comes to still look- games with a shoulder injury. Boston ing for The Bruins have been get- along with his first ting a lot of help from Provi- back-up career hit. dence. Guys such as Eric catcher The Nickulas, Dan LaCouture, Josh Bard Boston Ben Guite, Nathan Robinson and re- Bruins and Ben Walter have played liever Da- have been with a lot of speed and energy. BUILDING TEAMS IN: vid Riske. on their Sales, Lot, Cashiers, How- way up Specialty Sales and Freight ever, the the stand- Red Sox Image Couresey of MLB.com ings in BENEFITS: I/O: AT34040 hadClient: to HomeDepotgive up one of the top the Eastern Conference. The • Full and Part-time Benefits fiveDate: prospects1/31/06 in baseball, and Bruins have done so by getting • Tuition Reimbursement the RedPub: Alloy Sox Group number of one pros- 20 points out of 30 possible • FutureBuilder 401(K) pect, AndyCompanies Marte. The Red points. The Bruins owe a big • Bonus Opportunities Size: 5.5 x 8.5 • A Career with Growth Opportunity SoxColor: alsob/w had to give up Guill- thank you to goalie Tim Thom- ermoAC: Mota,Alison who they received as due to the injuries of Hannu in thePA: Angie Josh Beckett trade. Toivonen and Andrew Raycroft. Ready to join our team? SCode: 2/9 Full, part-time and seasonal opportunities available. Apply online today. When Crisp led off two Version: 1 Thomas was playing in years ago, he struggled as a Providence (Boston’s farm careers.homedepot.com lead off hitter. He hit .269 team) most of the year. Since The Home Depot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. from the leadoff spot. His Image Courtsey of MLB.com Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. being called up, he has started Available positions may vary by store. 16 The Observer Voices & FacesWednesday, February 22nd, 2006 “My resolution was lose weight. I haven’t done too well “To change my so far.” socks everyday.” Deb Murphy Mark Kettenhofer Dinning Services Sophomore

“To go to my 8AM’s.” Jessica Guenette Sophomore “To start working out and maybe get in shape like I was my senior year of high school. So far, so good!” Krystina Perich “To grow another Junior inch. 4’11” now, goal is to be 5’.” “My new year’s resolution Cary Rivett was to go to the gym, and Freshman no I have not stuck with it.” Lindsay Plant Freshman Whats Your New Year’s Resolution? By Laura Rotolo Have You Stuck With It?

“To walk a thousand miles.” “Mine was to stop Melissa Moreau swearing, but that Freshman failed after about two days.” Amanda Robbins Sophomore

“To eat as much chocolate as possible.” Lucretia Joy Sophomore “To do a good deed everyday.” Monica Frisbee Sophomore

“To complete my edu- cation through my MBA and being here at “To stop partying in the SNHU is making that lounge of New Castle.” “My new year’s possible.” Paul Therrien resolution is to lose weight and eat Rich Caruso Sophomore healthy.” Dining Services Grace Taormina Sophomore