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Survey shows little support Lacrosse team at No. 1 for student union expansion

context of the large number of poten- tial projects that are emerging from the strategic planning process.” According to Director of Administra- tion Tom Billingsley, there was an initial plan to construct an additional parking ramp north of the Audrey Hirt Aca- demic Center, and beside the current parking ramp. Billingsley could not give an exact cost for the project. He noted, however, that the current parking ramp north of the Hirt Center that has 250 parking spots cost about $1 million or $4,000 a parking spot when Lacrosse players rivaled New York Tech on Saturday to it was constructed in 1993. stay the number one team in the NCAA Division II . According to Billingsley, the col- lege never proceeded with the idea of For more information, see Men’s lax at No. 1 on page 12. another ramp. He said the college currently uses the parking lot across from the Cornerstone Bar and Grill on East 38th Street. Out with the mold, Billingsley said, though, the lot is only used by Mercyhurst until the owners decide to construct something on the in with the new KEY property. Light Blue- 14% students voted for union expansion MSG President Marissa Starin said Yellow - 35% students voted for parking MSG is not surprised the results are not Dark Blue - 20% students voted for other in favor of the student union. Green - 31% students voted not to raise the fee “Scientifically, in a survey like this, stu- Gray - Did not respond dents who respond usually have strong feelings (on the subject),” she said. Life Dr. Gerry Tobin said the results Starin said MSG talked about lower By Joshua Wilwohl fees such as $81 for five years or $69 for Editor-in-chief are difficult to understand. “It is really hard to interpret the six years, but opted for $102 for four survey because of the limited number years to pay for the union quickly. A recent e-mail survey by the Merciad of choices,” he said. “When we have “The representatives felt so strongly shows many students would rather find the choice of ‘other,’ it does not provide that they wanted to pay it (the union) a place to park on campus than expand very useful information.” off in four years instead of six,” she the Carolyn Hermann Student Union. Tobin said students are not fully aware said. The survey stems from the recent vote of the expansion project. According to Starin, the cost of con- by Mercyhurst Student Government “The union plan has not been well structing a parking ramp such as the two weeks ago to increase the building explained to students in a way where one north of the Hirt Center would assessment fee by $102 for the next four they would understand and appreciate cost $3 million. years to help pay $1 million toward the the benefits $102 would afford them,” She also said a multilevel parking Carpenter and laborer Rob Smith works on taking down the back $3.3 million student union expansion. he said. garage would cost $5 million. balconies of the Wayne 300 building. From Friday at 10 a.m. until Monday Mercyhurst College President Dr. Starin said the union is the most ben- at 5 p.m., 367 students responded to the Thomas Gamble said he encourages eficial way of spending the money. ments from the glass doors (of the “A union that costs $3.3 million offers By Joshua Wilwohl balconies),” said Moore. “It is to ensure survey that asked where students would student response. Editor-in-chief like to see the increased fee spent. “Even though as a social scientist a dramatic expansion to the Laker and that students are not harmed by water The options included: the union I have to express concerns about the adds offices and space to clubs and entering the apartments.” expansion, a parking garage or parking methodology, it is always good to hear organizations,” she said. There soon will no longer be any Associate Director of Residence Life lot, other, or don’t increase the fee. student responses,” he said. Starin said MSG is currently working wall-crawling slime in the Wayne Street Alice Agnew said the college has con- Fourteen percent voted for the union Gamble said the union expansion is with the administration about the union apartments. sidered taking down the balconies since expansion, 35 percent voted for park- still in the developmental stages. construction, and encourages students According to Associate Vice Presi- it bought the apartments. ing, 20 percent voted for other, and “As noticed in last week’s Merciad, no to ask MSG about the plans. dent for Administration Tyrone Moore, Moore said Building Services Incor- 31 percent voted for not increasing decisions have been made about the stu- “Students really need to ask a repre- the balconies that are supposedly caus- porated started the construction in Jan- the fee. dent union expansion,” he said. “The sentative to see what the union (expan- ing the mold problem are being torn uary and plans to finish – depending on Associate Vice President for Student project will have to be examined in the sion) entails,” she said. down. the weather – in about three weeks. “The way the roof design is devel- “I hope for it to be completed by oped allows water to go into the apart- graduation,” he said. Mercyhurst responds to Virginia Tech tragedy Campus news briefs An emergency response plan is in place, say administrators Compiled by editorial staff/from mercyhurst.edu Academic Celebration Mercyhurst College will sponsor a talk Gregorich said Mercyhurst revises the and the Student Life staff informing By Joshua Wilwohl Academic Celebration is a long- by Dr. Luis Cosenza, executive direc- plan every year. them about counseling services if any Editor-in-chief standing tradition at Mercyhurst, tor for Central America and Belize “We are constantly working on updat- student needs assistance. sponsored for the last several years at the Inter-American Development ing the plan addressing issues that may Zirkle said the college’s strong point by the Mercyhurst College Honors Bank (IDB), on Thursday, April 19, at need attention and/or updating,” he in the emergency response plan is com- The tragedy that struck the Virginia Program. It brings together students, 11:30 a.m. in Taylor Little Theatre. His said. munication. Tech campus on Monday questioned faculty, staff, administration, and out- lecture is free and open to the public. Gregorich noted police and safety She said there are plans set up that the safety of college campuses. side speakers to share their ideas in The IDB is the main source of is not armed with weapons if such an includes phone banks and a command Vice President of Student Life Dr. presentations that range from lectures multilateral financing for economic, incident occurred at Mercyhurst. center. Gerry Tobin said Mercyhurst College and debates to fine arts performances social and institutional development “In my opinion, our officers would be “The advantage is we are a small has a plan if such an event would occur and other creative expressions. projects and trade and regional inte- at a complete disadvantage if something campus and it is much easier to com- on campus. Increasing global engagement at gration programs in Latin America like this happened on our campus in municate,” she said. “There is an emergency response plan Mercyhurst College – inviting the and the Caribbean. It is the oldest and that we are an unarmed agency,” he said. Zirkle said a new type of commu- in place that would serve as a means of world on to campus – provides the largest regional development bank. “Our officers should be armed to pro- nication the school is looking into is directing our crisis response,” he said. focus for this year’s Academic Cel- Cosenza will discuss the U.S.-Domini- vide an adequate level of assistance and contacting students through text mes- “In an event like the Virginia Tech ebration, slated for April 22-25 and can Republic Central America Free security to the college community.” saging. shooting, we certainly have a plan titled “Mercyhurst: The International Trade Agreement. Gregorich noted there are seven Zirkle also noted the emergency to incorporate faculty, emergency Arena.” Fifteen events are scheduled, police and safety officers who are Act response plan will most likely change response, and communication with and all are free and open to public. Jason Levasseur is here parents.” 120 Municipal Police Officer trained following the Virginia Tech shooting. Kids and Sibs Weekend Director of Mercyhurst College who could be certified to carry a “We’ll learn lessons from Virginia Walker School of Business Performing at the Student Union, Police and Safety Rodger Gregorich said weapon. Tech,” she said. “We will adapt the hosts international banking April 28, 2007 at 10:30 p.m. Check the college developed an emergency Associate Vice President for Student emergency response plan accord- executive him out on MySpace. Life Laura Zirkle said the Residence Life ingly.” response plan over a nine-month period The Walker School of Business at in October 2005. 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April 1 April 11 Liquor Law Violation Larceny/Theft 4008 Wayne St. Baldwin Hall Closed Open Pending Investigation April 7 Liquor Law Violation April 11 3910 Briggs Ave. Larceny/Theft Closed Baldwin Hall College Discipline Open Pending Investigation April 9 Burglary April 15 3807 Briggs Ave. Liquor Law Violation Open 3937 Lewis Ave. Pending Investigation Closed College Discipline April 11 Larceny/Theft April 16 MCT Photo Baldwin Hall Harassment by Virginia Tech student who asked not to be named, carry a Open Communication flag that reads “4-16-07 VT United” following a memorial Andy Finkel Photo Pending Investigation Adult Education Building service on the Virginia Tech campus on Tuesday. Coyote signed autographs before his lecture in the PAC. Closed VT gunman left Peter Coyote Career Services a grievance note emphasizes the helps seniors By Chicago Tribune writers MCT Newspapers role of the artist find jobs BLACKSBURG, Va. _ The suspected gunman in the Virginia Tech communal way of living, he shooting rampage, Cho Seung-Hui, was a troubled 23-year-old senior By Lakyn Bianco does not feel like he abandoned Contributing writer from South Korea who investigators believe left an invective-filled his values. By Kate Collins Contributing writer note in his dorm room, sources say. “I’m still active and politically The note included a rambling list of grievances, according to Embodying this year’s Literary engaged. I want to move the sources. They said Cho also died with the words “Ismail Ax” in red Festival Theme “The Counter whole culture of the U.S.,” he As graduating seniors of the ink on the inside of one of his arms. Culture and the Arts: Then and said. class of 2007, many of us have Cho had shown recent signs of violent, aberrant behavior, accord- Now,” Peter Coyote kicked off Coyote explained that the artist begun to plan our life after col- ing to an investigative source, including setting a fire in a dorm room this year’s festival Thursday, has an important role in today’s lege. Resumes and cover letters and allegedly stalking some women. April 12. money driven society to encour- have been made, sent and jobs A note believed to have been written by Cho was found in his dorm Actor, Emmy Award-winning age a new way of living. been assigned. But, if you aren’t room that railed against “rich kids,” “debauchery” and “deceitful narrator, musician and writer, “In today’s culture it is the pur- one of these lucky individu- charlatans” on campus. Coyote represents several forms suit of wealth that is psychotic. als, don’t feel discouraged; you The English major from Centreville, Va., a rapidly growing suburb of creative play. There needs to be a healthy, can turn to Career Services for of Washington, D.C., came to the United States in 1992, an investiga- Coyote began his presentation ordered and creative way of life help. with someone in Career Services tive source said. He was a legal permanent resident. discussing the nature of art and in all aspects of society from What seniors need to know: for help with resumes, cover let- Investigators believe Cho at some point had been taking medica- creative thinkers as well as his politics to family. Artists should It’s imperative that all seniors ters or their credential file. tion for depression. They are examining Cho’s computer for more experience of the counterculture pay attention to sobriety and get their resumes constructed In a study conducted by the evidence. movement of the 1960s and 70s. health and the healing influence prior to graduation. What many National Association of Colleges The gunman’s family lived in an off-white, two-story townhouse He also read from his memoir, of art,” he said. seniors don’t know is that Career and Employers on graduating se- in Centreville. “Sleeping Where I Fall,” a collec- In response to Coyote’s pre- Services is a great way to begin niors showed that seniors relied “He was very quiet, always by himself,” neighbor Abdul Shash said tion of stories telling his experi- sentation Dr. Jeffrey Roessner of this process. or counted on their Career Ser- of the gunman. Shash said the gunman spent a lot of his free time ence as a part of the anarchic the English Department said, “I We are lucky enough to have vices department as the vehicle playing basketball, and wouldn’t respond if someone greeted him. and psychedelic era. He relayed thought it was a wonderfully lu- a department that helps in con- to secure employment. Career He described the family as quiet. the ideals of the counterculture cid account of the counterculture structing our resumes for us, for Services is not an employment Marshall Main, who lives across the street, said the family had lived movement, positive and negative lifestyle but also a great comment free. Once Career Services has agency but a department that in the townhouse for several years. aspects of commune living, and of it from the present. I really typed your resume, it stays in the prepares and readies students for Cho was found among the 31 dead found in an engineering hall. what he has learned from his appreciated the comment that system forever. the job market. Police said the victims laid over four classrooms and a stairwell. experiences. irresponsibility is promoted by a This means that all Mercyhurst The office is open from 8:30a. Another two students were shot to death two hours earlier in a dorm Coyote explained that the culture of excess and radical so- Alumni have this service offered m. to 4:30p.m. in Main 204, room on the opposite side of the university’s sprawling 2,600-acre counterculture is “the great briety is the anecdote of that.” to them forever, free of charge. Monday through Friday. Hvezda campus, bringing the day’s death toll to 33. underground” of society. The Discussing the artist’s role in This is important and useful even encourages students to pick up Students at Harper Hall, the campus dormitory where Cho lived, counterculture, or the under- society and the nature of creativ- after graduation. a resume construction sheet to said they had little interaction with him and no insight into what ground culture, is the “life wor- ity by quoting poet Gary Snyder, Bob Hvezda, Director of the begin the process or make an might have motivated the attack. shiping” culture. Coyote said “Art is the creative Office of Career Services Coop- appointment to discuss con- Timothy Johnson, a student from Annandale, Va., said people would At the time of the Civil Rights play of the working mind.” erative Education & Internship/ cerns, progress, questions, etc. say hello to Cho in passing, but nobody knew him well. Movement and the Vietnam War, Junior Lauren Williams re- Externship Programs, highly in person. “People are pretty upset,” Johnson said. “He’s a monster; he can’t Coyote crossed the line to the sponded specifically to Coyote’s encourages students to start a Career Services also offers be normal. I can’t believe I said `hi’ to him in the hall and then he counterculture. remarks on the influence of student credential file as well. plenty of free literature in the killed all those people.” Coyote stressed that this alter- poets and other artists. This file will hold all of a hallway outside the office about native culture was “another place “It was really exciting to hear student’s pertinent information: interviewing, cover letter writing to stand and find out where you him talk about the amazing poets awards, resumes, cover letters, and job opportunities and also actually stood in the world.” and literary figures that we read letters of recommendation, etc. provides students with the most Students begin Indeed, Coyote relayed the in class and that he knows per- This file allows easy and quick popular job search engines on the tension that existed in American sonally,” she said. access to their information and Career Services’ Web site. culture during the 1960s and 70s Mercyhurst creative writing decreases the time lost in getting “This is a place for students to healing process to the younger generation of students had the opportunity to it to an employer. come for a truly positive experi- Mercyhurst College students. workshop with Coyote on Fri- “At a moments notice, if a ence,” Hvezda said, “The ser- Senior Kelsie Smith responded, day, April 13, where he further student needs them, they’ll still vices provided to us as students By Kytja Weir “I kept thinking about my dad. discussed the nature of creativity be on file,” Hvezda said. “We like from the Career Service depart- MCT Newspapers Most of the people who asked and the practice of writing. things to be convenient.” ment are rare and should really questions were of that genera- “He was extremely encourag- It may sound repetitive but be taken advantage of because At 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday a convocation on the Virginia Tech campus tion, and I thought it was inter- ing of the group, and he told students need to be prepared. they are so rare.” drew thousands, with lines forming at least two hours in advance esting to be stuck in my parents’ us to be unapologetic about Seniors still have the opportunity and extending back for blocks. When the basketball arena reached world for an hour and a half.” the origins of our creativity. He before graduation to sit down capacity, thousands were turned away at the doors. Coyote went on to explain how stressed the idea that everyone They kept walking, pouring into the adjacent Lane Stadium, filled he became a prominent member has different writing habits, and the entire field, sitting on yellowed turf from end zone to end of the San Francisco counter- that no particular style or start- zone. culture community and a found- ing point is necessarily any better Then the convocation began, shown on the screen of the score- ing member of the Diggers, an than the rest. Plus he forwarded board with sound echoing off the walls. Sometimes the sound system anarchistic group who supplied us some great advice: ‘You’re failed, leaving the stadium completely hushed. free food, free housing and free perfect just the way you are. And “I figured everybody would be here, to get over it or get past it,” medical aid within the city. you could use some work,” said STUDENT TANNING said Chris Everett, 21, a senior from Maryland on why he decided “We began investigating what it senior Matt Hubert. to come. “It’s really weird to be the center of attention of the whole was about the culture we wanted Following Coyote, the second

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During the convocation, Li Lifeng, 24, sat on the football field, his of culture in a lot of different a hands cradling a clear plastic sleeve showing a photocopied photo of directions,” he said. s a smiling woman named Julia Pryde. He said she was taking a German Coyote’s group eventually Johnson & Johnson $2.00! $19.99 *Must present coupon and *Must present coupon and class in Norris Hall during the rampage and was killed. moved out of the city to land Properties student identification student identification

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r e u a logical systems engineering program. Near the end, after poet Nikki “We lived without money and . Giovanni yelled out “We are Virginia Tech,” the entire crowd in the learned archaic skills needed to Houses football stadium got to its feet. take care of ourselves and our for After the convocation, many students could be seen pulling luggage community,” explained Coyote. 866.5905

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To contact: [email protected] News Remembering Nominate your favorite Mercyhurst professor children of the Have you had a professor who has given you the confidence special education Dr. Philip Belfiore. to succeed? In your experience at Mercyhurst, has there been “This is truly one of the most-coveted awards Mercyhurst of- a teacher who made you believe that you could do great things? fers,” according to Missy Brekenridge, Associate Vice President Holocaust Why not give something back to that person? of Academic Affairs. The Office of Academic Affairs is sponsoring the “2006-2007 The winner will be announced at the faculty reception, be named Teaching Excellence Award.” All students are encouraged to in the commencement book, give a speech and receive a check. nominate a full-time professor who has really made a difference And each year the winner of the previous year helps to decide in their lives. The form will be available in hard copy in the Office who the winner will be the following year. of Academic Affairs, and an e-mail containing the application will Brekenridge said, “The award is designed to honor a faculty be sent out within the next few weeks. member whose teaching excellence has had a transformative ef- All nominations are due no later than Friday, April 27. fect on his/her students.” So nominate your favorite professor Past winners include Director of the James V. Kinnane Graduate today! Program in Administration of Justice and professor of criminal justice and sociology Dr. Frank Hagan and Dean of the Hafen- meier School of Behavioral Science and associate professor of

Candidates for 2007-08 MSG Representatives Photo contributed by Dr. Chris Colin Voting will open Wednesday, Senior Reps Junior Reps Sophomore Reps On Wednesday, April 11, at 7 p.m., the History Department, April 18, and will conclude Phi Alpha Theta (History Honors Society) and the History Club Thursday, April 19 in the Stu- presented “Through the Eyes of A Child: Poetry and Images Stephanie Alward Darren Conway Oscar Alvarado dent Union. Students can also Christopher Davis Steven Heranic Litza Coello by Children of the Holocaust.” vote online. The presentation was one of many in the series “Righteous Lisa Lanza Robert Larson Christopher Cummings Students can only vote for Lauren McDermott Zach Pekor Kaitlin Hess Among the Nations,” sponsored by Edinboro University. reps in their class. However, The program was presented by President and Vice President of Abigail McDonald Erik Penn Debra Leitch everyone is invited to vote on Stacey Minchin Dan Piechocki Jillian Miller Phi Alpha Theta, juniors, Rachel Auld and Jessica Kocent. the Green Team Referendum, It honored child victims of the Holocaust through the original Keith Nemeth Heather Schwager Alexandra Miniri which will add $15 to each Kyle Scully Haylie Starin Adam Olszewski pictures, images, songs and poetry from children at Terezin, a student’s tution for research on concentration camp in Czechoslovakia. Scott Sullivan Marissa Petroff environmentally sustainable Chanda Piasha “It was hard to imagine, as we were putting this presentation energy sources on campus. together that children as young as nine years old wrote some Katherine Porter of these poems and created this art work,” said Auld. Anderson speaks about school racism ‘RIF’ distributes By Casey Greene matter,’ but to pretend not to see Contributing writer my ethnicity is to fail to acknowl- edge a larger part of who I am.” over 1,000 books she told the audience. Corinne Anderson declared Anderson discussed many is- RIF is open to all majors, not herself “truly blessed” to be sues being faced in the schools By Jessica Kocent just education majors. The only given the opportunity to speak News editor of Erie, such as the ways race, requirement is that you love to her mind and share her views ethnicity, class and other differ- read, and are willing to spend 30 with a captive audience. She ences greatly affect educational RIF is scheduled to make minutes sharing a story with kids. spoke on Thursday, April 12, at system today. visits to Jefferson Elementary The books have been purchased the Walker Recital Hall. The speech was part of Mercy- School and East High School to through donations from Kappa Naming out differences such hurst’s Honor Society for Educa- distribute over 1000 free books Delta Pi international, Council as intellect, learning style, age, tors, Kappa Delta Pi. The speech to kids. for Exceptional Children, Books shape, and motivations, she titled “Using Our Differences to Did you know that 61% of for Kids and MSG. declared that ignoring a person’s Promote Personal Growth” was low-income families have zero Get your roommate to commit, differences is to ignore who Andy Finkel Photo part of the first Annual Collo- children’s books in their homes? and join in the fun! These kids they are. Dr. Anderson is currently the Provost/Vice President for quium of Educational Research RIF is designed to overcome this get so excited when you tell them “I don’t mind if someone says campusdoor_5’7x10_3-22-07:Layout 1 3/26/2007 9:52 AM Page 1 Academic Affairs at Tougaloo College in Mississippi. and Teaching. problem. they can keep the book. ‘I see your color but it doesn’t

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ships with faculty and students, tant step is a successful vote By Carla Hart spreading the message of Pure this Wednesday and Thursday,” Contributing writer Energy. Hankinson explained. Time and effort went into the Friday, April 20, Tree Planting “World, Water and Women,” campaign, but without continued will replenish the earth and the the theme of Earth Week 2007, solidarity, some good ideas go beauty of the campus. Sites will connects us all by our common by the wayside. But, that doesn’t be chosen for up to 20 trees to needs for life sustaining re- seem to be the case here. The be planted. Meet at Maintenance sources. With passion for social petition to assess student interest Parking lot at 3:30 to participate and eco- justice, the Green Team for the green energy fund seems and enjoy the fresh air. has planned events scheduled to have been well accepted by Saturday, April 21, the Asian April 16-23. students, with 965 names listed. Festival takes place from noon Dr. James Snyder, professor of Hankinson feels confident that to seven, at Mercyhurst Athletic philosophy, coordinated activi- the petition signing could exceed Center. This event will focus on ties that focus on world hunger, 1,000 names. the lack of clean drinking water renewable energy and the lack Green Team leader Rulli said for more than one billion people of clean water around the world. that the long-term benefits of on earth. Asian food, fashion, He praises Green Team leaders, eco-justice is all encompassing, music and dance highlight the Megan Rulli and Angela Phillips, involving everyone. She is opti- entertainment with visuals of “as tried, tested and true leaders.” mistic with students’ initiatives. exhibits featuring, bonsai, cal- With time and communication “Students ask about recycling ligraphy and the martial arts. skills, The Green Team brings bins now,” she said. Sunday, April 22, an Interfaith Photo by Andy Finkel the message of environmental Students Haylie Starin and Service will be facilitated by At Tuesday’s Hunger Banquet these were the “refugees” who ate only a bowl of rice. awareness to the Mercyhurst Heather Schwager feel passionate Reverend Lyta Seddig and Zac College community. for the Green Team’s concern for Ufnar, a senior who is on the Tuesday, April 17, the Hunger the environment. Green Team. Banquet was held in the Mercy “They’re so heartfelt and have It will begin at 12:15 by the Heritage Room. done so much work,” Starin Munson Plaza Fountain, weather Along with a meal provided, said. permitting, or meet in Prince there was a simulation to dem- Schwager agreed, including, of Peace Chapel at 12:15-1:00, onstrate the unjust inequalities “This energy fund is worth it to celebrate prose, poetry and in food supply around the world. and something that everyone appreciation for our Mother All proceeds will support the cares about.” Earth. local Emmaus Soup Kitchen “We went well over our expec- Seddig said, “She sees the in Erie. tations of 300,” Rulli said. whole service as a call to recog- It takes initiative to activate a The referendum to MSG, is nize and ethically live our global community. In 1962, Rachel Car- the first of its kind, according interconnectedness with all of son, author of “Silent Spring,” to Phillips, where students will creation; recognizing the sacred brought environmental aware- play an active role in the decision in each person, creature, space ness to the public and sparked making process. and place.” a national movement. Today, Phillips is encouraged, but Students will meet in the D’ Mercyhurst College students are urges that continual support is Angelo Parking Lot at 1:15 doing the same. needed to advance to adminis- for the annual Mouth of Mill- Wednesday, April 18, and tration. Creek Clean-up from 1:30 to Thursday, April 19, the Green “We’re fortunate to have the 3:30. Community volunteers Energy Referendum will be referendum process; this collec- are welcome to participate in Photo by Andy Finkel up for a vote as part of the tive step allows students to play the ongoing clean-up efforts of At the Hunger Banquet only a random, but privileged few ate full meals. spring student government elec- an active role in the decision Mercyhurt College. tions to establish a green energy making process and opens the Monday, April 23, at 8 p.m., the Sister Maura Smith Earth cyhurst President Dr. Thomas individuals, who are willing to fund. Junior Dustin Hankinson door for other issues to be acted in the Walker Recital Hall, ac- Day Lecture entitled, “Rachel Gamble. put action, behind empathy, to spearheaded the Pure Energy on, but nothing is written in claimed author, poet, biologist, and Me: The Road from Silent Mercyhurst College is an in- do something about social and campaign in the fall, building stone yet,” Phillips said. cancer survivor and mother, Dr. Spring to Living Downstream.” novative leader in environmental environmental justice, not just momentum and trusting relation- “The next and most impor- Sandra Steingraber, will deliver She will be welcomed by Mer- awareness, with many committed talk about it. Student wins Global comm class made 4 documentaries Cleveland Idol Hurst TV will show 4 documentaries on varying types of global communications. occurs around the world, as well The final shows are as fol- 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. By Jen Helbig By Jennifer Ciccone as the influence of these com- lows: This episode was created by Contributing writer Contributing writer munication systems on other 1. Travel On, a round-the-world Kate Collins, Andrea Coulter, cultures.” trip that examines communica- Kaitlin Hess, Shane Hoyne and If you were ever encouraged Last term’s global communi- Instructor of the course Dr. tion in different cultures across Leslie Ruchala. to try something but you didn’t cation class created four docu- Anne Zaphiris knew that in order the globe will air on Wednesday, 4. Cultural Curiosity, a look into jump at the opportunity, you mentary-type shows taking on to really learn about communica- April 18 at 5:30 p.m. and again different cultures through the may have missed out on some- different aspects of global com- tion as it occurs in the world, at 9:30 p.m. eyes of international students, thing big. munication. the students must research and This show was written, pro- will air on Thursday, April 19, at Kara Stadelman, a sopho- The topics are as different as understand different cultures, duced and performed by Mel 6:30 p.m. and 12:00 a.m. more music education major the students in the class. individuals and communication Brandt, Josie Cattron, Katie Fink, The show was written, pro- from Kent, Ohio, gave in to her With a conglomerate of majors processes. Ryan O’Connor, Emily Pahon duced and performed by Casey mother’s encouragement and working together to tackle im- Zaphiris also hoped to incor- and Nicole Rondini. Bertolette, Ashley Brudy, Marann auditioned for the Cleveland Idol portant communication-related porate Hurst TV into their final 2. Cracking Clichés, an in-depth Curtis, Rhonda Marable, Haylie competition in February. concepts, the shows were as presentations, so she created this exploration of common clichés Starin and Rob Wilson. “The auditions lasted for nine unique as the students produc- documentary-type project. known around the world, will air Hurst TV will air these docu- nights, and the judges chose only ing them. The students were given the on Wednesday, April 18, at 7 p. mentaries beginning this week two people from each night,” Global communication is an freedom to choose a topic and m. and 11:30 p.m. and broadcast all episodes on Stadelman explained. “Videos elective offered through the research it for their shows. The episode was produced by Saturday, April 21, from 8 – 10 of the 18 finalists were put on communication department but The topics ranged from Cul- Lauren Corsale, Wes Craig, Phil p.m. Make sure to watch these a website for people to vote is offered to the entire student ture Clichés to Dating Diversi- Scanlon, Narvan Shorish, Cesar student-produced documentaries online.” body. ties. Zaphiris is pleased with the Torres and Ricardo Velasquez. on Channel 19, Hurst TV, as the Television clips showed judges The course’s syllabus states work the Global Communication 3. The Dating Game, an inter- Global Communication Class sorting through large stacks of Photo contributed by Kara Stadelman the course is “an examination students put into their shows national twist on the well-known takes on the world. paper, indicating that many view- Cleveland Idol winner. of interpersonal, organizational, and is also happy with the final original Dating Game TV show, ers had followed the competition and mass communication as it products. will air on Thursday, April 19, at and voted. friends are great here. I just came Over 400 people auditioned, from lunch with my friends; and Stadelman was chosen as there’s a group of us in my major the winner. who are really close,” she said. Join the gym for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu “I chose to sing ‘Dancing in the After realizing that taking the removed from the collegiate- course, it’s fun. Roy Harris, Bruno’s instructor, By Merissa Frank Street,’” Stadelman said. “I had initiative can produce amaz- style grappling arena, make BJJ Once you really get into BJJ, will be coming to Mercyhurst to Contributing writer auditioned at Waldameer Park ing results, Stadelman said that a good way to defend yourself, to increase your functional en- offer an instructional seminar earlier with that song and got a she might audition for other said Bruno. durance, good cardio workouts and belt testing. Bruno has been position for this summer, so I competitions in the future. She Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, an adapta- “If you don’t know how to are a must. training under Professor Harris thought it might be a good song still admits to being a little shy tion of traditional Japanese Jiu defend on the ground, you learn Bruno said that Russian Kettle- for about five years and is a cer- to sing again.” though, and appears wise instead Jitsu, is a martial art that caters it with BJJ, not other martial bells are the best workout he’s tified apprentice level grappling “I wasn’t very nervous at the of arrogant after her success. to fighting on the ground and arts,” he said. found so far. Kettlebells are cast instructor. audition because I didn’t take “Winning Cleveland Idol grappling. In essence, even if your oppo- iron balls with a handle, ranging Bruno will test for his purple it that seriously to start with. I showed me that I have to take Sheer strength is not a neces- nent is bigger and stronger than in size from 18-88 pounds, used belt, the third highest rank, and told my mom that as soon as a little more risk,” she said. “If sity, since Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) you, with top notch skills, you for lifting with an intense cardio instructor Chris Seamen and the audition was over, I wanted I start going to more auditions, uses leverage and technique to could defend yourself. advantage. student Sean O’Reilly will test for to leave.” I will be exposed to more op- beat an opponent. It is an excel- “Size and strength do matter, ” He also uses military style cal- their blue belts. Last year, Bruno’s Stadelman has been singing portunities.” lent way for women to protect Bruno said. “BJJ increases flex- isthenics, old school gymnastics assistant instructor, Nola Hes- since the beginning of high Stadelman is a regular view- themselves. And the classes ibility and coordination. It’s very exercises, a bit of running and som, tested for and passed her school when she auditioned for a er of American Idol, but she don’t cost a thing. tiring, but good exercise.” live grappling to increase stu- blue belt exam under Professor show choir after she hadn’t made doesn’t know if she would ever John Bruno teaches BJJ at the Why else get involved with dents’ conditioning. Good old Harris as well. the cheerleading team. The twist try out for it. Rec Center five days a week, with BJJ? If you’re not looking to fashioned “verbal degradation” is In addition to belt testing, a of fate turned out to Stadelman’s “After graduation I would like classes ranging from beginner to add mass to your body, but rather used to motivate students when- competition is rapidly approach- advantage when she began to to audition for a cruise line or advanced. Bruno, a Mercyhurst functional strength, it is the per- ever necessary, Bruno jested. ing. take singing lessons and fell in a big show,” she explained. “If alum, has been active in BJJ fect sport. As for belt testing, there are The Hayastan Grappling Chal- love with it. that doesn’t work out, I will find since 1996. Now, he works with Bruno said that instead of several ranks, different from oth- lenge will be in Fredonia, NY, At Mercyhurst, Stadelman is interviews and try to work in students who plan on testing for just lifting weights, you’re able er martial arts. Those who have on April 14. Bruno and several delighted to be majoring in music an elementary school teaching a belt as well as competing in to increase the strength of your not tested at all are white, then others will compete, in both gi education, and leads a normal music.” Fredonia on April 14. grip as well as other areas on the there are blue, purple, degrees and no gi divisions (a gi is the college student’s life. Moves like joint dislocation body, by grabbing and sometimes of brown and degrees of black. traditional uniform). “The faculty and all of my and chokes, which have been lifting your opponent. And, of Later in the month, Professor April 18, 2007 THE MERCIAD PAGE 5 CAMPUS To contact: [email protected] Living Dessert recipe Green team fun There is a lot of room to could substitute butterscotch By Lindsey Bowler improvise with this recipe and and create a whole new flavor. Contributing writer many ways to make it your own. The candy also allows for a With Meg For those who don’t like coffee, new taste. From Snickers to you don’t need to add it. Every- Milky Way, any candy bar will do. While most Mercyhurst stu- thing can change to create a new With a prep time of less than 10 dents were living it up at the flavor. minutes and a total start-to-eat and Kyle Cornerstone on the weekend Instead of brownies, you could time of 40 minutes it is a good Mix up a batch of your favor- of March 23 through the 25, bake a vanilla cake. Rather than last minute crowd pleaser that ites and enjoy. 11 Mercyhurst students were white chocolate pudding you will not disappoint. giving back to the world in a unique way. These 11 Mercyhurst students joined 12 Allegheny College Triffle students and faculty in the Al- legheny State Park and the Al- Ingredients Equipment legheny Seneca Territory for an exploration into the natural 1 brownie mix 2 mixing bowls world and what is being lost on Ingredients required by brownies 1 pan to cook brownies a daily basis. 2 small packages of white chocolate instant pudding 1 Lg glass serving bowl “The Allegheny students were 1 ¾ cups cold milk on an alternative spring break 4 teaspoons instant coffee granules and were there from March 17- 2 tablespoons warm water 25 and the Mercyhurst students Dustin Hankinson crosses the bridge during night hike. 2 cups cool whip arrived on March 23,” said Cathy 3 bars of candy, chopped Pedler, director of the Office of Sustainability at Mercyhurst College. The Allegheny College stu- dents took time out to build Directions three picnic tables for the Faith- 1. Prepare Brownies and bake according to directions. keepers School located on the Seneca Nation of Indians Ter- 2. Cut brownies into one inch cubes. ritory. 3. In a mixing bowl combine the pudding mix and the cold milk, whisk Also, they visited Jamestown together until it begins to thicken. Community College where they saw flint nappers. 4. Dissolve instant coffee in warm water and stir into the pudding. “Flint nappers are individuals 5. Gently fold in Cool Whip. that hand make arrow heads out 6. Layer 1/3 of brownies, 1/3 pudding mixture and 1/3 chopped of flint. It is ancient skill that has been passed on to them,” Contributed photos candy. said Pedler. Seneca student emerges from a caving experience. 7. Repeat layers until ingredients are gone. Allegheny students also toured 8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. the Seneca Territory, visited the rived on March 25 and got right and high and everyone had to Seneca Museum and learned to work. After touring the Faith- balance carefully. 9. Before serving top with any remaining Cool Whip. about the state tax issue that keepers School and learning its “We couldn’t get everyone is taking its toll on the Seneca history, the students taught a across in the dark, so we decided nation. lesson for the students on the to call it a night,” Pedler said. Also they toured the Kinzua constellations. The Mercyhurst and Allegheny Dam that was built in 1965 and Afterwards the students shot students had the opportunity cultural havoc to the Seneca. off model rockets with the to make a difference and they The trips out to the state park children. embraced it. and Seneca Territory were part “The majority of them (the They helped a school and got of a service learning project for Mercyhurst students) were edu- back to the true spirit of spring Dee’s Deli the Mercyhurst students. cation majors so they felt right and nature. However, this was no basic at home doing lesson plans and For more information on hiking and camping trip. teaching the kids,” said Pedler. upcoming trips or Green Team offers “The Mercyhurst students The students also went on a information, contact Pedler I created two flowerbeds for the night hike on the Marilla Spring in the Office of Sustainability Faithkeepers School. They also Trail in Bradford, Pa. at [email protected] or variety built bird houses with the stu- They crunched through the the Mercyhurst Green Team at dents, created lesson plans and snow and experienced the earth [email protected]. taught them and participated in a unique way. at a good in a fundraising brunch,” said “We came to a point where ERI Pedler. we had to cross a stream over a price The Mercyhurst students ar- small long bridge, it was narrow

By Adam Hicks Contributing writer

While the battle between chain sandwich shops like Subway and Quizno’s rages in public advertising, the true victor sits in quiet revelry. The local sandwich shop reigns supreme by actu- ally offering more toppings while spreading their legacy through word of mouth. This week showcases Dee’s

Delicatessen, a shining trib- Photo by Adam Hicks ute to local sandwich makers Dee’s Delicatessen at 3049 Gleenwood Park Avenue. and to successful small businesses in Erie. Owned by reasoning for such dedicated In addition to the sandwiches, Dee Ryan and Steve Barick- patronage: “We are quick, the delicatessen also offers man, the shop resides at 3049 clean and perfectionists at homemade chili, which they Glenwood Park Avenue, just a what we do.” sell 10-15 quarts of daily. short walk away from the Erie The secret to their fantastic Dee’s also has a different Zoo. sandwiches is in their home- flavor of soup every day with Dee’s Delicatessen started made bread, a recipe created true favorites like French eight years ago by Dee who and perfected by Steve. onion, and unique options like gained her experience work- In addition to bread, he also jerk chicken, tomato ravioli ing in food preparation and makes 10-12 dozen desserts, and lobster bisque. They even distribution. which are usually sold out by print out a monthly calendar Dee Ryan began the busi- noon. to inform patrons of the up ness, “to have the ability to The types of bread include and coming favorites. work for myself. Being an Kaiser rolls, croissants, French For Dee, “it is hard to say owner may be more work, but bread and Italian bread. Each what is the most popular we are really proud of what sandwich comes with a choice sandwich, but I would have to we do here.” of meat, tomato, lettuce and say my favorite is the chicken Get ahead with a summer class at Gannon. For the last three and a half any additional toppings free salad on homemade French • reduced tuition on undergraduate classes years the restaurant has oper- of charge. The meat choices bread.” • Gannon credits transfer back to most accredited colleges or universities ated at its current location, include ham, corned beef, If you are looking for a fan- • catch up or get a jump on next semester’s workload pepperoni and tuna salad. tastic lunch spot, away from where it continues to gather a • focus on one or two classes at a time Although it may sound the commercialized chain growing number of dedicated More than 250 undergraduate and graduate courses are offered during like the typical submarine restaurants and fast food, then patrons. Gannon’s three convenient summer sessions—beginning May 7, May 21 For any small business, ac- sandwich, there is something I strongly recommend taking and June 25. different about their style, a trip to Dee’s Delicatessen. tions speak louder than words, Join us for a class or two. For a complete schedule or to register, call us which makes the sandwich a According to Dee, “every- and the long lines of eager at (814) 871-7474 or visit www.Gannon.edu/suMMer. patrons stand as a testament full dining experience instead body needs to eat, so we keep to the delicatessen’s success. of just a quick lunch. growing as a business.” First time patrons are always These sandwiches are very Dee’s Delicatessen is open satisfied, and Steve challenges filling and reasonably priced at from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. everyone to, “just try us once $3 to $3.25 for a Kaiser roll, Monday through Friday. and you will be hooked.” The $4.70 to $5.45 for 10” French bread, and $3.75 for a wrap. PAGE 6 THE MERCIAD April 18, 2007

OPINION To contact: [email protected]

thi s i believe Love what you do Mike Sisti, Head Women’s Hockey Coach Mercyhurst’s Ethical Reflection Committee has initiated this series to encourage reflection within the entire college community on the values by which we live. We hope that these will inspire reflective discussion in a variety of ven- ues. We suggest that faculty introduce appropriate essays into class discussion; we encourage students to bring these thoughts to classes; we invite administrators and staff to explore these in department meetings. Or, if you wish, you may respond directly to our committee chair, the Rev. Lyta Seddig: lseddig@mercyhurst. The ERC also requests that you let us know how you have used these thoughts in your life on this campus. “This I Believe” is now linked to the college website. All essays can be found at www.mercyhurst. edu/ne/special-events/believe_essays/index.php

There are so many characteristics that define me and the person I have become today. MCI Searching for one defining belief that stands taller When a person can look at themselves in the mirror than the rest is extremely challenging for someone each night and feel proud of their daily efforts in Students at Virginia Tech sign a makeshift memorial after the deadliest shooting in who feels rounded in many areas. After careful all areas of their life, I believe they are on their way American history took 32 lives. consideration, I was reminded of my younger to creating the habits that bring about excellence. days, when I would see my father work overtime A prideful, repeated work ethic can inspire people regularly: how happy he was about his job, returning in many ways. A prideful life can touch people in Chance for a new perspective home each day after working long hours. He would many ways. A prideful self can help us achieve our say to try and find a job you can do with great pride full potential in life. Sitting in the library yesterday morning, I received death and the massacre at Virginia Tech make that and enjoyment. Once you do that, the hours you This sense of pride is developed throughout life. an instant message asking me if I had heard what painfully clear. put into it don’t seem to be a burden. Clearly those around you can help influence pride had happened at Virginia Tech. So how does one deal with this reality? Both my parents always told me to do whatever I of work, life, and self greatly in a positive or nega- Replying that I hadn’t, my friend quickly gave me Should we live our lives constantly fearing the do to the best of my ability. Some of their reason- tive way. I am constantly shocked and disappointed a synopsis of what had occurred. I quickly got onto Grim Reaper? ing for this was their feeling that I should go all out at people who go out of their way to shatter or CNN.com and began to read the rough accounts Or do we go on with the assumption that there for the people I represent or for those who believe weaken people in these areas. I have learned it is and reports being posted. will always be tomorrow, oblivious to the possibility in me; others may learn from my example; I owe it equally as easy to build or break a person’s pride. My thoughts that tomorrow just isn’t in the cards? to myself to reach my full potential; and many other Good words, actions, or habits can do so much to quickly turned I would argue that living in fear isn’t living at all, reasons that will lead to excelling in life. showing someone a new powerful pride level. It to one of my and we shouldn’t let the possibility of death control Their belief was if you shovel manure, then be is with this belief in one’s self that truly magical best friends Allison our lives. That being said, however, when tragedies the best manure shoveler on the planet. things can happen. who is an engi- Moore such as these occur, it is hard not to reevaluate your Again to achieve this, you must take extreme pride I always wondered what makes some leave work neering major life and how you’ve been living it. in what you do. one minute before their shift is over and another at Tech. I fran- Maybe I should be making more time for fun and In my efforts to achieve excellence I believe it is person stay until the job is thoroughly done. What tically checked less time for work. this undying pride of work, action in life, and self brings someone in hours before they are supposed to see if he was Opinion editor Maybe I should spend more time with friends. that has molded me into the person I am today. to arrive and dive right into work, while another online, which Maybe I should take more chances and not care Aristotle said, “We are what we repeatedly do. arrives right on time and slowly eases into the day he was, and I made sure he was OK. I later would so much what other people think. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit.” at their leisure? Why do some people go the extra learn that he was supposed to be in the engineering Maybe I should tell people how I really feel and A prideful work ethic is a key to achieve excel- mile in aspects of life and others take whatever building that morning for a meeting, but he had not hold back. lence on a regular basis. life brings their way? Why do some people care so decided to cancel. I also would find out he lost a Watching the airwaves being flooded with the I know if someone takes pride to the extent of ar- much about others and some just don’t care? friend and fellow engineering major. inevitability of mortality, it’s hard not to let such rogance, it can become a negative, but under proper Answer: PRIDE of work, life, and self. When tragedies such as these occur, several emo- thoughts creep into your mind. “Live Like You motivation and intentions, pride of self worth can Do you like what you see in the mirror? tions are experienced. Were Dying” as Tim McGraw would say. guide you to your highest levels. This is especially For me, knowing a good friend could have been As college students, we presumably have a bright true when no one is watching or measuring your Mike is the Head Women’s Hockey Coach and has been at killed was enough to make me physically ill. Even future ahead of us. We have so many experiences work output, but you alone are demanding that you Mercyhurst for 14 years. His favorite aspect of Mercyhurst after knowing he was OK I sat there contemplat- lying ahead of us: jobs, love, marriage, children, push yourself to do the job extremely well. is “its endless potential and the wonderful people.” ing what could have happened, how I could have vacations, retirement. Most of us like to try to “Let not a man guard his dignity, but let his received a devastating phone call instead of a reas- meticulously plan out every detail of our future, but dignity guard him,” Ralph Waldo Emerson said. suring instant message. perhaps it would be more beneficial to live more Watching the news unfold and the body count in the moment. While some planning is necessary, rise on the news, I sat there almost numb imagin- and good, sometimes we over do it and forget to ing the horror that had just occurred. I thought of relish in the moment. SportsCenter for women: The 180 the students, kids just like me, who had their whole I often catch myself saying how my life will be lives ahead of them. I thought of the parents that so much better in the future. Perhaps I should Let me begin this week’s article with a quote my they’re hurting us or that, without a sound breakup were about to have their lives shattered. I thought evaluate why the present isn’t good enough? Am I darling roommate shared with me a few weeks ago: conversation, they’re telling us that the relationship of the trauma the survivors had to suffer. And not living life to the fullest because I am cautiously “If you haven’t seen a man or he hasn’t called in meant nothing to them to begin with. then I thought of my life at Mercyhurst and how preparing for “what may be” instead of enjoying about three weeks and if you are in doubt about his Now, by no means am I an expert on the male there was no guarantee that such a tragedy couldn’t “what is?” whereabouts, chances are he’s not in an emergency species or even care to be, but if I had to take a happen here. If anything good can come out of a tragedy such room moaning your name.” wild guess, I’d presume that guys pull a 180 for one Being young, we often take life for granted. There as this, it’s that it offers those still living the chance More of two reasons. is a certain air of immortality that runs through to adopt a new perspective. and more First, he thinks he’s displaying courage by “quit- our veins. When talking to my friend from Tech Monday my friends ting cold turkey.” Well boys, I have some crazy news We live as if tomorrow is guaranteed. night, he told me how everyone was pulling to- have been Jessica for you. Women are not cigarettes. We’re not a fatal As I sat there watching CNN, I was bluntly re- gether and relying on each other. He had received complain- Lamb addiction. We’re women, we have feelings and we minded that we are mortal. a phone call from a girl to whom he was previously ing about deserve an explanation. Sure, you may look like a I remember two years ago when Matt Milgate was not speaking, and they made amends. It’s odd how a particular hero to your guy friends who are likely just as stupid killed, how it affected me. I didn’t personally know events spawned from the very worst in human na- unfortunate as you, but to the ladies, you look like a coward who Matt, but like many students I stood on the hill ture can actually bring out the very best in us. occurrence Contributing writer deserves no more respect than you gave us. looking at the accident, realizing the fragility of life. If anything, events such as these remind us to when it The second reason a guy would pull a 180 is I remember thinking how one minute someone, or make the most of our time while we’re here and comes to rela- because he’s afraid he’d hurt us by telling us the yourself, can be here and then gone the next. that a little bit of love can go a long way. tionships (and by relationship I mean any friend- truth, which could possibly be the “I lost interest” Death doesn’t care how old you are, what you ship, new fling, dating-situation or long-term situation. have left to accomplish or what dreams you have romance). It’s when the culprit of a breakup These guys are also being cowards by not provid- . . . when it comes, it comes. Events like Matt’s completely changes his behavior. He goes from ing us the truth we deserve. Guys, I know you hate talking to you one day to ignoring you the next. to see us cry and you think you’re doing us a favor He no longer answers your phone calls, texts or by just “dropping off the face of the earth,” but instant messages. He went from spooning you on while the truth may hurt us, we’ll survive. Haven’t the couch yesterday to avoiding eye contact with you learned anything from Gloria Gaynor? Let’s you today. He did a complete 180-degree turn- be honest…women vote now, the U.S. govern- Letter to the Editor: around—or what my friends and I simply refer to ment entrusts us with high-ranking leadership as “the 180.” positions,and, hell, with the invention of in vitro- What did my friends do to receive that kind of fertilization, we don’t even need to primp ourselves Given the recent and tragic event occurring at Virginia Tech, the treatment? for sex to get pregnant. administration of Mercyhurst College should revisit their policy Immediately upon realizing that they are the My point, boys, is that while we may be depressed regarding whether Campus Security should be allowed to carry victims of a 180, women assume they’ve done that you don’t like us anymore, we’ll live. You are firearms. I, for one, would feel more secure on campus, knowing something to cause such a significant behavioral hurting us much more by being untruthful up that my first responders to a potential life-threatening event had change. They spend hours rehashing and intricately front. the resources to properly deal with the situation rather than hav- analyzing their own behavior the last few hours Guys, you need to understand that the first step ing to wait for or rely upon the Erie Police Department, which they were in contact with the guy. Could they have in getting over you is a little something called “clo- is currently undermanned and at times slow in their response. said something offensive? Did they forget to pop sure.” Without it, a woman goes a little crazy and Attempt to imagine if you will, if this tragic event had occurred a breath mint after chowing down on those onion dwells on the possibility that maybe you really did on our campus. rings? Did they forget to shave their legs? Or worse just lose your cell phone and your computer in the The key to a successful gun management program in proper yet, could they have looked fat in that outfit? same day or that you lost a limb and really are in a training and certification. As long as Campus Security conforms While dwelling on these possibilities is rather hospital bed moaning her name. to regular training and certification programs, allowing them to depressing, it’s better than facing the alternative: And ladies, I know we’ve all read He’s Just Not That carry legally registered firearms for their protection and the protection of the student body far that he just lost interest. Into You. It’s our Bible. But somehow, we always outweighs any perceived perception that our campus is not safe. After all, we expect the police Here’s my question: Did guys receive a memo find ourselves feeling weak and on the verge of an that protect our cities to carry firearms, so why do we prevent our Campus Security, charged with telling them that pulling a 180 is now acceptable emotional breakdown when a guy pulls a 180 or the duty to protect our student population from doing the same. behavior? Whatever happened to the good ol’ even satisfies us with a breakup conversation. But It is time to change this particular archaic policy of the college - it is time to do everything we days, when breaking up with someone face-to-face that’s where your friends come in – to remind us to can to protect our students. The argument of “it will not or cannot happen here” no longer holds was a state law? Jeez, I’d even accept an over-the- come back down to earth. Friendship is a balance: any credence. I am sure the students of Virginia Tech thought the same thing! phone or an instant message breakup rather than I go nuts, you help me; you go nuts, I help you. If a 180 situation. you’re the victim of a 180, I’m sorry. If you’re the Sincerely; What these guys fail to understand is that women victim of a breakup, I’m sorry. But we’re women, carry around a part of them…no matter how seri- not little babies, and we can handle anything. Geoffrey L. Domowicz ous the “relationship.” Guys are clueless to the fact April 18, 2007 THE MERCIAD PAGE 7 OPINION To contact: [email protected]

Abundant apathy in the age of information

Helen Keller is quoted as saying, “Science may it is the source of news, biographies, opinions, The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly have found a cure for most evils, but it has found short stories and endless amounts of information no remedy for the worst of them all -- the apathy in various volumes and media. The Good of human beings.” If the Internet existed in Helen Keller’s world Earth Week festivities will occur this week on campus, with a focus on “world, water and women.” Through these words, it seems as if she had during the 1930’s think of the advancements and A speaker, several events and an interfaith worship will take place in celebration and awareness. insight to the the success our society would be experiencing twenty-first today. century and To the defense of the disabled community, the The Bad the majority Ellen resources and treatments available would be further The tragedy at Virginia Tech is shocking and horrifying to us all. The Mercyhurst community of the college Koenig along than they currently are for coping and living age popula- with visible and invisible disabilities, thus increas- extends its greatest sympathy to Virginia Tech and the victims’ families. tion. ing the amount of influence and interaction people Unfortu- have with the rest of society. nately, unless Contributing writer With regard to access to information, I should The Ugly a student is hope people would retain opinions and awareness enrolled in a of the world. If you’re rolling down Lewis Ave., then you’ve probably seen the huge billboard advertising for class that requires them to pay attention to spe- It is easier to be apathetic toward the world than Mercyhurst’s rival, Gannon. The billboard looms large over Arby’s, perhaps excited customers can cific global, domestic or national issues, they are it is to live in it. You can live this life mindlessly ask for a number five and an admissions packet? unlikely to take note. CNN and any other headline wandering through and remain ignorant of the news network do not always constitute as paying strife and happiness that exists in your own life If you want a delicious condiment, such as ketchup, to accompany your Laker fries, be prepared attention, although such vague sources of news are and in separate points of the globe. This option to either put it on your plate or your napkin. The tiny plastic cups that once held your condiment better than nothing. is readily available and is the route many people of choice are no longer available because students were taking them for improper use. Can anyone With access to the Internet and endless amounts choose to follow. Hopefully, my peers agree, living say Jell-o shot? of information, I am saddened to know that most in a world where knowledge is not accessible and people spend their time looking through online wanted is a world not worth living in. social networks, blog pages such as Collegehumor. Apathy is a disease that the individual must rid com and porn. Such a powerful creation with end- of themselves. less amounts of information lies at your fingertips, Resources are readily available and waiting to and yet people abuse this privilege as an excuse to provide endless information. Students can make a difference in Darfur waste time. The Internet is so much more than a play toy; By Amanda Valauri Contributing writer

Student Union expansion, student response: As college students we are called to take action and have a voice on so many issues not only on Victoria Allen: campus but off campus as well. A few years ago it was the election of 2004 and Before the college spends a large sum of money on an expansive addition to a Student Union most recently on campus, it was the 4x1x4 system. building which is less than five years old, there are more pressing issues which should have a much While these issues affect us all in some way, there higher priority by increasing student fees. are things that go on in this world that do not affect Mercyhurst urgently needs to substantially renovate the housing on campus and build more of it us directly on which we must take a moral stand. as well. There is a shortage of housing, and a large percentage of the existing housing is badly in Whether you know it or not, there is a mass need of renovation. The Suites are a disaster; that fact has been recognized and we’re told it will be genocide occurring in Darfur. addressed this summer. However, that is not the only housing area that needs extensive work! The Janjaweed have been wiping out an entire The Briggs and Lewis apartments are structurally sound; however, there are infrastructural de- race of people in Africa since 2003. The rebel ficiencies. groups rape, burn and murder these people without The apartment buildings have very elderly wiring and light fixtures, which in many cases, are origi- a thought or care. The stories that have come out of nal to the structure and prone to shorts—which can cause fires. That is a potentially fatal disaster Sudan are beyond horrifying. Even worse, however, waiting to happen, given that these apartment buildings have exactly one way in or out. is the lack of help these people are receiving from the international community. The plumbing in all of the apartment buildings is in need of a major overhaul. Water pressure MCT is poor in many of the buildings, largely the result of 50+ years of sedimentary/mineral deposits The situation in Darfur is dire, especially in in the lines. As the buildings were built before lead solder was banned, it is practically certain that the overcrowded refugee camps. the water supply lines were installed with lead solder, which is a health hazard. And many of the apartments have leaks of varying severity under the bathtubs from 50+ years of corrosion. We all know we There is a sliver lining; there is something we Black mold is an issue in many of the apartments as well, fed by constant dampness from leaky all can do. plumbing. This is a serious health risk for students living in those apartments. “can’t make a huge Writing to your federal legislators is always a good Let’s fix the housing infrastructure first—all of it. Only then can a more expansive and multi- place to start, but there is even an easier way. On , functional student union reasonably be justified. Before growth is pursued, the housing of existing impact on Darfur, April 21 the Peace and Justice Club and the Am- and future students should be addressed concretely. A fresh coat of paint every summer is not a nesty International Club are hosting an event on solution. but when we come campus called “Jamnesty!” The clubs are hosting mini soccer tournaments Mary Phelan: together as one voice, to raise money for the relief effort. It’s only two dollars to play. Sign-ups are in the Union 4:30-6:30 Even though I am a senior and the increase does not effect me, I believe that this money would change can happen. Wednesday through Friday, or just show-up that day benefit the students in the best way by being used towards the library. The selection of resources to play. Weather permitting, it will be a good time the library has, as far as journals, book and resources for research I believe are insufficient. Many The situation is so dangerous that not even Doc- and for a good cause. students have to get books through inter-library loans, which is nice, but it would be better if we tors without Borders can trek to Darfur to help” the Even two dollars can make a difference. had that type of information right here on our own campus. Sudanese people. The UN has done little to ease We all know we can’t make a huge impact on the suffering of the Sudanese. Families have been Darfur, but when we come together as one voice, Andrew Schuler: torn apart and completely annihilated. Numbers are change can happen. hard to determine, but they are estimated at about We need to realize how good we all have it here I feel that the money will be best used toward the Union Expansion Plan when and if it goes into 500,000 deaths and climbing; 2.5 million have been and, in being thankful for what we have, give gear. I think that the Union is very subpar and needs many improvements that are imperative to displaced and are being forced to the borders of back. the school’s continued greatness. I think also that the most students will benefit from this and it Chad and Libya. Genocide and the extermination of a race of will only be for four or five years, so once it is paid it will be taken off. The Sudanese government has made it known people should never happen again, but right now that they back the Janjaweed. Peace talks with the it is. Samantha Hedderick: rebel groups have been futile in stopping the vio- Be a voice for those who don’t have one. lence being faced by the people of Darfur. Be a part of changing the fate of this race. I think that a parking lot is something which is more useful to the student body as a whole, rather The situation is desperate and the world seems Save Darfur. than adding on to the Student Union. I know I have heard many folks complain about not having to be turning a blind eye to their plight. For more information, visit www.savedarfur.org enough parking, yet I have never heard anyone say how desperately the Student Union is in need Just because the rest of the world is turning their or www.standnow.org. of expansion. I think the money would be of better service going toward a parking lot or garage backs on the genocide going on in Africa does not for all Mercyhurst students. mean Mercyhurst students should too. 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By Nicole Cerilli “The people in the crowd will BuZz Contributing writer gather to see or feel the dancing,” she said. APRIL 18. Aqualung. Icon, Partusch choreographed piece Buffalo. The Mercyhurst Liturgical Mercyhurst will perform, titled Dance Ensemble will perform “A Beautiful Fortress,” and set it APRIL 18. Lucinda Wil- in New York City’s Times Square to classical guitar music. liams, Carrie Rodriguez. this weekend as a part of the The piece was selected for Center for the Arts, Uni- Project Dance celebration. Project Dance based off of a versity of Buffalo, Buf- Saturday the ensemble will video of the choreography that falo. perform along with hundreds the ensemble sent in earlier this of other liturgical dancers from year. APRIL 19. Great Big Sea. around the world to celebrate the After being selected to per- Rex Theatre, Pittsburgh. universal language of dance. form, the ensemble immediately The stage will be set up in the began fundraising for the three- APRIL 19. Umphrey’s Mc- middle of Times Square, and day-long event. Campus Minis- Gee. Town Ballroom, Buf- liturgical dances will perform all try also provided funds. falo, N.Y. day long. Jones has been choreographing This is the first time Mercy- and performing for Liturgical APRIL 20, 21. Sinbad. hurst dancers have been a part Dance Ensemble since her fresh- Avalon Ballroom Theatre, of a performance like this. man year. Nicole Cerilli photo Fallsview Casino, Niagara Mercyhurst senior and Liturgi- Now she is the director of the Dancers Kara Jones, Jen Mihu and Eliza Quigley rehearse for Project Dance in New York. Falls, Ont. cal Director Kara Jones will take ensemble and oversees most of part in the Project Dance per- the rehearsals, performances Quigley. National Dance Week has been open so that students and pro- APRIL 20. Tom Russell, formance, along with freshmen and fundraisers in which the When the dancers are not on celebrated each April for the fessors can pass by and observe Elisa Gilkyson. Beachland Liturgical members Eliza Quigley ensemble participates. stage or walking through the past 25 years by dancers across classes. Ballroom, Cleveland. and Jen Mihu. “We are extremely excited to crowds in Times Square, they the country. Its goal is to bring Billboards will be decorated These dancers were selected to meet liturgical dancers from will be busy enjoying a few of greater recognition to dance as to promote the department’s APRIL 20. Galactic. House represent the ensemble because around the world to see what the many performing arts op- an art form. upcoming production, “Cop- of Blues, Cleveland. of the amount of time they kind of work they are doing,” portunities that New York City Dance Chair Tauna Hunter is pelia.” have dedicated to the ensemble Jones said. has to offer. a strong advocate for National Also, dance professor Chris- APRIL 20. Dimmu Borgir. this year. “It is rewarding to see the im- Sunday, the students will take Dance Week, and she encour- tine Hay will take a handful of Agora Theatre, Cleveland. Dance professor and Advi- pact we have when we perform. dance classes in everything from ages the dance department be a Mercyhurst dancers to a local sor to the Liturgical Dance The Liturgical Dance Ensemble tap and African dancing to preci- part of the nationwide effort to elementary school for lecture APRIL 20. Tony Bennett. Ensemble Noelle Partusch will brings about many smiles and sion line dancing. promote the art form. demonstrations. Allen Theatre, Cleveland. accompany the dancers. feelings of peace.” During this time, Partusch In addition to the Liturgical Dance Club will have a fund- Project Dance originated after Quigley and Mihu are honored will attend a creative worship Dance Ensemble, many other raising bake sale in Zurn. In APRIL 21. Chris Botti, the Sept.11 terrorist attacks as a to be a part of this opportunity workshop. students, professors and clubs addition, Dance Club will host Steve Tyrell. Allen Theatre, way to help heal all of the Sept. as freshmen. This year’s Project Dance New are taking part. a hip-hop class for Mercyhurst Cleveland. 11 feelings, and it continues to “I feel honored to represent York City happens to correspond During the duration of next students taught by Mihu on April occur several times per year all Mercyhurst, the dance depart- with the beginning of National week, the windows in the hallway 22 in the student union. APRIL 21. Scott Blasey. over the world, said Partusch. ment and the ensemble,” said Dance Week. outside the danceSpace will be Club Café, Pittsburgh. APRIL 21. John Mayer, Classical concert at the Walker Recital Hall Kathleen Edwards. HSBC Arena, Buffalo. By Megan O’Hare APRIL 22. The Ponys. Contributing writer Grog Shop, Cleveland.

APRIL 22. Joseph Ar- Remarkable concerts and ex- thur. Beachland Ballroom, traordinary musicians combine Cleveland. in one incredible performance with the winners of the India- APRIL 24. Bullet for My napolis Violin Competition and Valentine. House of Blues, the International Franz Liszt Cleveland. Piano Competition at the Walker Recital Hall on Sunday, April 22 APRIL 25. Plain White T’s, at 2:00 p.m. Boys Night Out. House of The winner of the Indianapolis Blues, Cleveland. Violin Competition, Augustin Hadelich from Germany, and the APRIL 25. Griffin House. winner of the Franz Liszt Piano House of Blues (Cam- Competition, Yingdi Sun from bridge Room). China will be performing. After winning the Indianapolis Violin Competition, Hadelich APRIL 26. Lonestar. Ava- Photo courtesy of the PAC received a CD recording con- Photo courtesy of the PAC lon Ballroom Theatre, Gold medal finalist in violin, Augustin Hadelich. Franz Liszt Piano Competition winner, Yingdi Sun. Fallsview Casino, Niagara tract with more than 40 concert engagements worldwide. He will Falls, Ont. days, and is considered to be the One prize given is a loan of petition is “dedicated to enhanc- works by Franz Liszt, a Hungari- also be performing with Sun in a most important competition for the 1683 ex-Gingold Stradivari ing the great tradition of classical an virtuoso pianist and composer U.S. and international tour. APRIL 26. Jim Jones, up and coming violinists. violin and Tourte bow, which is music and to heightening the who is considered one of the Sun, winning the Franz Liszt GPG, A-Boiz, J-Pad da The competition began in 1982 available to one of the laureates cultural profile worldwide.” greatest pianists in history. Competition, will undertake a Juggernaut. Rainbow Gar- and was quickly recognized by for four years after the competi- Along with the violin competi- Indianapolis Violin and Franz two-year tour in the Netherlands, dens, Erie. the World Federation of Inter- tion. tion winners will be the winners Liszt winners will perform Sun- France, Germany, Poland, Hong national Music Competitions in The finalists of the competi- of the International Franz Liszt day, April 22 at 2 p.m. at the Kong and various other countries APRIL 26. Kittie. Rex Switzerland. It is the only North tion perform with the India- Piano Competition, which takes Walker Recital Hall. worldwide. Theatre, Pittsburgh. American competition with such napolis Symphony Orchestra and place in the Netherlands. Tickets are $3 for Mercyhurst Described as “the ultimate a prestigious reputation. have the opportunity to perform This competition is considered College students with ID. violin contest” by the Chicago APRIL 26. Bears with Each competition features 50 before large audiences and learn to be one of the world’s most Tribune, the Indianapolis Violin Adrian Belew. Beachland extraordinary violinists, and the from their talented competitors. prestigious piano competitions Competition’s duration is 17 Ballroom, Cleveland. winners receive unique prizes. The Indianapolis Violin Com- and consists entirely of piano

APRIL 27. Insane Clown Posse, Twizted. Agora The- Tarantino and Rodriguez join forces2007 for ‘Grindhouse’ atre, Cleveland. AS A COLLEGE GRAD, reminiscent of the double feature ing about two or three minutes, lows the break and features Kurt Rodriguez fan, you will indeed By Christina Ferranti FJ APRIL 27, 28. Martin Contributing writer grindhouse movies. are spoofs that mirror and add Russell as Stuntman Mike. enjoy this double feature again Short. Avalon Ballroom First is Rodriguez’s master- to the cinematic experience audi- StuntmanCRUISER Mike creates a and again with its combination Theatre, Fallsview Casino, YOUpiece, “Planet MAY Terror,” featur- encesBE would have encountered “death proof ” car for which he of humor and gore. Niagara Falls, Ont. Quentin Tarantino and Robert ing many big names like Bruce in the prime of the grindhouse uses for purposes of self-satis- “Grindhouse” satisfies the Rodriguez join forces in a gro- Willis, Quentin Tarantino, Rose days. faction2007 (murder) and to scare a thirst for blood that both direc- APRIL 27. Wish You Were tesque, yet unique, doubleELIGIBLE feature Mcgowan, Freddy Rodriguez and FORRodriguez comes up with the few people. tors seem to always satiate and Here. House of Blues, titled, “Grindhouse.” Marley Shelton to name a few. brilliant “Machete,” featuring OnRAV4 his journey to finding a few the always good story line of Cleveland. Film critic James Berardinelli, Robert Rodriguez wrote the Danny Trejo as a wronged man good people to scare, he chooses psychopaths and zombies. describes how Tarantino and first 300 pages of the script for out for bloody revenge. a group of girls out at a bar. APRIL 28. Dianne Reeves, Rodriguez reinvent the concept this film in 1998. The next one comes to us from He terrorizes and otherwise George Duke. Allen The- of the “grindhouse” cinema, The plotline is the regular hor- Rob Zombie and his hilarious fulfills the role of ‘movie villain.’ MATH LAB atre, Cleveland. adding personal touches to the ror film: People are infested with mockery of “Werewolf Women The next2007 group of girls, however, archaic style. a disease that turns them into a of the S.S.;” the title is all that is gives CAMRYhim a run for his money, or “The term ‘grindhouse’ refers Located in the APRIL 28. Gary Sinise zombie-like creatures. necessary here. literally his life when he tries his Library and the Lieutenant Dan to a specific type of 60s and 70s There are only a few survivors Following Zombie’s movie is tacticsHYBRID again. 304 A & B Band. 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Photo Courtesy of the PAC Fareed Haque (with modified guitar) and his group will perform their unique music with Middle-Eastern and jazz influence this Saturday at 8 p.m. in the Walker Recital Hall. Haque: World Jazzy Jam Band

world, jazz and jam. Earthy, Haque was exposed to differ- demand for him with promi- channel. showcased his ja.m.band style, By Mason Lorek vital, breezy, electric and truly ent styles of music from a very nent jazz and classical artists Fareed has twice been selected playing a rendition of “Aint No Contributing writer eclectic, Fareed Haque Group early age. including Paquito D’Rivera, Talent Deserving Wider Recog- Sunshine” with Sting. defies easy categorization. This natural eclecticism has Dave Holland, Javon Jack- nition in Downbeat magazine. Fareed Haque Group will per- With diverse cultural and The band approaches the art become the hallmark of Fa- son, Cassandra Wilson, Martin More recently Fareed has be- form at Mercyhurst College’s musical influences, the Fareed of jazz improvisation in wide- reed’s music. and Wood, Kahil el Zabar, come a staple of the ‘Jam band’ Walker Recital Hall on Saturday, Haque Group is opening new ranging ways, bringing Middle Educated in both jazz and Defunckt, members of the scene and was voted ‘Most April 21, at 8 p.m. doors with a completely fresh Eastern scales, American-pop classical guitar, Haque easily Vermeer Quartet and many Valuable Player’ at the 2002 Tickets are Adult $15 Senior approach to world music that song forms and other far- moves between the two while symphony orchestras in the U.S. High Sierra Music Festival. and Student $12.50 Youth $5 grooves and percolates. flung elements to everything adding an element of improvi- and abroad. Haque also made an appear- and Mercyhurst Students $5 The group makes its debut he plays. sation that allows him to be cat- Haque has been featured on ance on Michelob Presents with ID. with the release of Cosmic Born in 1963 to a Pakistani egorized in countless genres. his own Lonesome Pines Spe- Sunday Night with David San- Hug, a unique combination of father and Chilean mother, His versatility has created a cial for PBS and BET cable jazz born on NBC, on which he

Don’t just earn a few bucks this summer…

Photo courtesy of the PAC Robert Downey Jr. portraying the artistic vision of author Philip Dick in ‘Scanner Darkly.’ PAC shows ‘Scanner’ ances every few seconds, which on top of live-action filming in By Mason Lorek Contributing writer prevents even his boss from the manner of Linklater’s 2001 knowing his real identity. “Waking Life.” …earn a few credits! For most of the film, Arctor And though it will bewilder As a guest student at the University of Pittsburgh, you can get Set seven years from now, after doesn’t really know what’s going some, the movie conveys a shat- a head start on the fall semester, concentrate on fewer courses the war on drugs and the war on on with his life, and the director tering sense of wasted lives and terror have combined into an Richard Linklater doesn’t clue in mounting nightmare. at once, or position yourself to graduate early. indistinct assault on just about the audience either. “A Scanner Darkly” is a movie • Hundreds of general requirements and specialized courses. everything except corporate Themes like the artistic ad- that tries, in a way, to mess up • Convenient day and evening schedules. interests, Keanu Reeves is Bob vantages of drugs and the fear our minds. And it does. Watch- Arctor, a narcotics officer/drug of human contact that results ing “A Scanner Darkly,” we feel • Competitive per credit fees. addict, unbeknownst to his su- are explored, but the path is not the world of Philip Dick, the • Transferable credits. periors who order him to spy on always clear. author of the book from whom Registration for summer sessions is open. himself as part of an effort to get The visual style and lethargic the movie is taken, close in on drug use under control. pace can be frustrating, the first us and we can be glad we’re only Find out more at www.summer.pitt.edu. Living in the Orange County half of the movie consists mainly visitors. suburbs with a group of users of conversation between Arc- A Scanner Darkly will be play- including Barris (Robert Downey tor and his friends that doesn’t ing at the PAC on Wednesday, Jr.) and Luckman (Woody Har- always make much sense. April 18 at 2 and 8 p.m. relson), Arctor lives his life safe The movie isn’t quite as scary, Tickets are free for Mercyhurst College of General Studies from the police thanks to his but it’s fascinating: a stylistic students with ID. “scramble suits,” a device given experiment involving anima- School of Arts and Sciences to officers that changes appear- tion and rotoscoping, drawing

HURST TV Schedule for April 17- April 22 FRIDAY, April 20 10 a.m. Hurst Hockey Year in Review 11 a.m. Ticket to Hollywood TUESDAY, April 17 11:30 a.m. Global Communication - Cracking Cultural Cliches 8 p.m. Have Mercy On Earth (new episode –explains the proposed new Noon City Club of Cleveland Speaker – Elizabeth Edwards Green Energy Fund) 3 p.m. Hurst Hockey Year in Review 4 p.m. Ticket to Hollywood WEDNESDAY, April 18 4:30 p.m. Zilo TV 5:30 p.m. Global Communication – Travel On! (special series - premiere) 5:30 p.m. Ladies Corner (new episode) 6 p.m. Have Mercy on Earth (Green Energy Fund episode) 6 p.m. MSGvening News 6:30 p.m. MSGvening News (new episode) 6:30 p.m. City Club of Cleveland Speaker – Elizabeth Edwards 7 p.m. Global Communication – Cracking Cultural Cliches (new episode) 7:30 p.m. Ticket to Hollywood 8: 30 p.m. Hurst Hockey Year in Review 8 p.m. Ladies Corner 9: 30 p.m. Global Communication – Travel On! 8:30 p.m. Global Communication – Travel On! 10 p.m. MSGvening News 10:30 p.m. Ticket to Hollywood SATURDAY, April 21 11 p.m. Have Mercy on Earth (Green Energy Fund episode) 11 a.m. Ticket to Hollywood 11: 30 p.m. Global Communication – Cracking Cultural Cliches 11:30 p.m. Global Communication – Cultural Curiosity THURSDAY, April 19 Noon Ladies Corner 3 p.m. City Club of Cleveland Speaker – Elizabeth Edwards 12:30 p.m. MSGvening News 4 p.m. Global Communication – Dating Ga.m.e (new episode) 1 p.m. Global Communication – Dating Ga.m.e 4:30 p.m. Ticket to Hollywood (new episode) 1:30 p.m. PAC Preview 5 p.m. Hurst Hockey Year in Review 2 p.m.–8 p.m. Message Board 6 p.m. MSGevening News 6:30 p.m. Global Communication – Cultural Curiosity (new episode) 8 p.m.–10 p.m. Global Communication (all episodes) 7 p.m. Ticket to Hollywood 7:30 p.m. PAC Preview SUNDAY, April 22 8 p.m. City Club of Cleveland Speaker – Elizabeth Edwards 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Have Mercy on Earth Day Mini-Marathon 9:00 p.m. Zilo TV 9:00 p.m. City Club of Cleveland – Elizabeth Edwards 10:00 p.m. Global Communication – Dating Ga.m.e 10:30 p.m. Have Mercy on Earth 10 p.m. Zilo TV 11 p.m. MSGvening News 11 p.m. MSGevening News 11:30 p.m. Ticket to Hollywood 11:30 p.m. Ladies Corner 12:00 a.m. Global Communication – Cultural Curiosity 12 a.m. Ticket to Hollywood April 18, 2007 THE MERCIAD Page 10 LAKER To contact: [email protected] SPORTS Spano has Baseball set to play GLIAC’s best Lakers back Lakers will play No. 2 Ashland and No. 1 Grand Valley on track

By Ryan Palm By Matt Jackson Sports editor Sports co-editor

Momentum can be a pivotal Prior to the 2004 baseball component of any successful season I noted in an article that team, and the Mercyhurst base- Coach Joe Spano and the Lak- ball team is hoping that will be ers were heading in the wrong the case with their tough sched- direction after Spano’s winning ule this coming week. percentage dropped in four con- On Wednesday the team trav- secutive seasons. els to Ashland, Ohio, to tangle with the Eagles from Ashland University. COMMENTARY Ashland is currently 8-1 in the GLIAC, good for second place The comment may have been and a few games ahead of Mer- a little hasty. cyhurst in the standings. That season the Lakers showed Just three days later Mercyhurst a slight turnaround with an aver- hosts Grand Valley State, the top age finish of 25-24. team in the conference, with a It was last year, however, when 15-1 record. Spano’s squad really powered Grand Valley is also ranked their way back into the spotlight No. 8 nationally, so it will surely with a 38-15 overall record, in- prove to be a tough test for cluding a 23-9 GLIAC mark. Mercyhurst. Was it a fluke? After having six games wiped Doesn’t look like it. off their schedule due to rain The Lakers are 20-11 overall and snow, the team has righted this season and sit in third place the ship and has reeled off six in the GLIAC standings with a straight wins. 6-4 record. Dating back to April 6-7, Mer- The next four games, two cyhurst was set to host Hillsdale Andy Finkel/Photo editor against second-place Ashland College, however, Mother Nature Tim Echan (20) has nine RBIs and two homeruns in just 10 games played this season. and two against first-place Grand had other plans for the Lakers. Valley could prove to be an ardu- Due to impending weather Gannon 17-6. nine. Tim Echan played the role Starting pitching was again key innings to pick up his third win ous task, but regardless of the conditions scheduled to blast Brian Chad picked up his sec- of hero offensively, going 2-3 in for Mercyhurst this past weekend of the year. outcome Mercyhurst has shown Erie with a taste of winter, the ond win of the season, throwing game one, including a home run when they swept a twinbill from Ludwig picked up the save, it is one of the conference’s top Chargers did not make the trip. five scoreless innings, surrender- and four RBIs. visiting Nyack. pitching the game’s final two in- contenders. Additionally, Mercyhurst had ing only two hits while striking In the nightcap the score was In the opener, Brian Chad nings to preserve a 2-1 win. As far as Spano, his overall to scratch their April 9 contest out four. much closer, with Mercyhurst threw a gem, going the distance Lough led the team in hitting record at Mercyhurst is now against Clarion, for Clarion Pacing the offense for the Lak- edging Gannon 4-3 thanks to surrendering only three hits and again, this time with his sixth 192-168-3 overall and he was needed the day to play make-up ers was David Lough, who fin- Adam Gray’s two-out single that no runs as Mercyhurst won 3-0. home run of the year in the third awarded a three-year extension games that they had postponed ished the day 4-4, driving in four drove in Sean Weyant with the He improved his record to 3-2 on inning. to his contract after he was given earlier in the year. and scoring five runs as well. game-winning run in the bottom the season, striking out five and Saturday’s home games against the 2006 GLIAC Coach of the When word of the cancella- Just two days later the same two of the seventh. walking just two. Grand Valley are scheduled for Year award. tions came in, the coaches from teams squared off again, with Although shaken for three runs Trey Bennett was responsible 1 and 3 p.m. start times, with The Lakers just missed qualify- Mercyhurst and Gannon decided Mercyhurst again finishing vic- in the first inning, Brian Espersen for the game-winning run, which Sunday’s twinbill scheduled for ing for the NCAA Regional Tour- to get together and play a nine- torious by sweeping both games threw five scoreless thereafter, he scored on a wild pitch after he those times also. nament last season, finishing with inning, non-conference game to of the doubleheader. striking out eight. stroked a triple in the third. One can only hope Mother a No. 7 region ranking. Six teams keep their clubs sharp. Mercyhurst again got a great Winning pitcher James Lud- Gray scored a pair of runs, Nature won’t interfere, for Mer- made the tournament. Although the contest meant starting pitching effort, this time wig pitched a perfect seventh, finishing the opener 1-2. cyhurst cannot afford to lose too The Lakers once again find little in terms of conference or from the arm of Eric Drobotij preserving the tie and setting In the second game, Mercy- many more conference games if themselves with a No. 7 ranking, post-season standings, Mercy- who threw five innings giving the stage for the heroics in the hurst got a solid start from Wes they wish to stay competitive. but could see a move up with hurst came to play and pounded up two runs while striking out bottom of the inning. Craig, who pitched five shutout a successful week against the conference’s best teams. Women’s water polo finishes regular season Laker Spring Term Inn with weekend split Galley Grill Now Featuring Hot Dogs! By Kirk Campbell Contributing writer Available at lunch and dinner. Each dog is only $1! The Mercyhurst women’s water polo team knew they needed to New Items: win the final two games of the Spinach Salad regular season to finish above Antipasta salad .500. Hours of Operation: After playing two hard-fought Monday-Friday 8 a.m. -1 a.m. games the Lakers found them- Saturday 1 p.m. -1 a.m. selves splitting the weekend set losing to Grove City and beating Sunday 5 p.m. -1 a.m. Washington and Jefferson. The File Photo File Photo Lakers finished the regular sea- Junior Carrie Willison Junior Christine Somera son with an overall record of 11- In game two the Lakers came game in goal, allowing four goals 12 and 3-4 in the conference. Laker Express New Items: Commenting on this year’s out and played very well defen- on 12 shots and had an assist and Spinach Salad record, head coach Curtis Robi- sively against Washington and two steals for the Lakers. The Look for Laker Express nette said, “We played a much Jefferson. The Lakers’ defense Lakers forced 19 steals against Antipasta Salad tougher schedule this year to held the Presidents to only two the Presidents recording a week- Minute Meals! prepare us for the end of the goals through the first three end total of 37 combined steals. New For Lent: periods. Willison finished the regular season.” Seafood Salad In the Lakers’ first match of Mercyhurst played steady polo season with 48 goals, 40 steals the weekend they started out throughout, scoring a goal in ev- and 88 points, all of which were Hours of Operation: ery quarter. The Lakers finished the most for the Lakers this slow only scoring one goal dur- Monday-Thursday 11:30 a.m.- 8 p.m. ing the second and third period, strong, scoring three goals in the season. The 40 steals this season thus falling behind 6-2 to Grove final quarter. added to 90 steals from previ- Board Equivalency Available: Friday 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. City. Down heading into the With great defensive play and ous seasons makes Willison the 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: Closed fourth quarter, the Lakers never offensive productivity the Lakers Mercyhurst women’s water polo gave up. defeated the Presidents 8-4 and record holder for most steals in Trying to make a comeback, finished their regular season. a career with 130. Subconnection Let Us Entertain You! Mercyhurst scored two goals in “The win over Washington and When asked about how the Look for a chance to win the final quarter, but it wasn’t Jefferson showed us we can play season went, Willison said, “By the following games at registers: enough as the Wolverines scored a faster (counter attack) game,” the end of the season we were 6” Sub $3.50 a goal themselves and beat the said Robinette. playing better team water polo Scene It! Lakers 7-4. Again the Lakers were led by than when we first started. I Domino’s Carrie Willison was involved in Willison and Somera. Willison think we are ready for conference 12” Sub $5.50 Checkers each of the Lakers’ goals, scor- scored three goals and Somera this weekend. We still have some ing two and assisting Christine scored five, accounting for all of things to work on this week in Poker game Somera on the other two goals the Lakers points. practice, but overall I feel we are Running until April 27! for Mercyhurst. Somera also had Willison also added two as- ready to play some good polo.” Special this Week: six drawn ejections. sists, three steals and two drawn Mercyhurst travels to Ann Triple Roast Beef, Bacon, Hours of Operation: Mercyhurst forced 18 steals, ejections. Somera added one as- Arbor, Mich. to compete in the Cheddar and BBQ Sub on Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. two by goalie Gina Mieras, who sist, two steals and three drawn Western Division Champion- Saturday 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. also added eight saves for the ejections. ships on April 21-22. special Garlic Parmesan roll Lakers. Mieras played another solid Sunday 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. April 18, 2007 THE MERCIAD Page 11 LAKER

To contact: [email protected] SPORTS Women’s lax wins on road Mercyhurst. since we just came off of two By Chris Davis After Shippensburg scored big losses,” she said. “It definitely Contributing writer to make the score 4-3, the Lak- helped to gain confidence for our ers scored the final five goals game against Seton Hill.” No matter how the 2007 sea- of the period to make it 9-5 at Olvenik said that the team did son plays out, there is no doubt halftime. extremely well playing as the the Mercyhurst women’s lacrosse Mercyhurst out-shot Shippens- game went on and that all the team is one of the best offensive burg 16-9 at the half and led in different amount of point scor- scoring teams in Division II. draw controls by a 9-4 margin. ers helped to show the depth of They had a big win this week- The Lakers’ offensive attack the team. end as they have rebounded from managed to help keep Ship- “After the first five minutes of tough losses against two top five pensburg off the scoreboard the game, our team picked up the teams the week before. for a prolonged period of time. intensity and controlled the first On Saturday, the Laker’s team Shippensburg went more than half of the game,” said Olevnik. defeated Shippensburg, 14-9, as 21 minutes before adding their “Even though the second half the visiting Lakers exploded for fourth goal. wasn’t as nice as it could have nine first half goals at the Robb By that time, Mercyhurst was been, we still came out with the Sports Complex. comfortably leading 11-4. win. Many of us contributed Mercyhurst snapped a four- Mercyhurst freshman goalten- during the game with goals and game home winning streak for der Jessica Raniero recorded 13 assists, which really shows the the Raider’s squad. With the loss, saves to help contribute to the depth on our team.” Shippensburg has dropped to win, making nine of her stops Raniero also believes that many 5-6 on the season. The Lakers in the second half. of her teammates have helped improved their season record Raniero said she learned a lot her to become a better player. to 4-4. from playing two of the top “I have never seen lacrosse Mercyhurst’s momentum teams in the country and that this fast being from western slowed on Sunday when inclem- they both were games that they New York but I have learned a ent weather in Philadelphia post- could have won. lot from our defense, like how poned their game, with a make- “After playing CW Post and to read different formations, up date yet to be determined. Adelphi, I realized that any team and I’ve being able to cut down From the onset, it appeared could play like that if they wanted angles on key players on oppos- as if Shippensburg would fare to, so we just have to be mentally ing teams,” said Raniero. “Darci well.The Raiders recorded two and physically prepared for those [Doran] always keeps our defense goals in the first two minutes games, and just because their up no matter what the score is from their leading scorer, junior ranked higher doesn’t mean they and it helps to keep me motivated Kristin Crutchfield. aren’t beatable,” she said. “You all the time. After a Mercyhurst timeout just have to keep your head up “Jessie Horeth also helps me a following the Lakers’ first goal and give it your all.” lot with mistakes that I am mak- by sophomore Breanna Haggerty The Lakers received balanced ing and the rest of the team helps eight minutes into the game, the scoring from senior Lauren me to stay confident even when Lakers erupted for three consec- Smith, junior Courtney Olevnik I am struggling.” utive goals and outscored Ship- and sophomore Jessie Horeth Head coach Cecil Pilson and pensburg 8-1 for the remainder who each tallied two goals, along the Lakers are back in action on of the half. with one assist. Olevnik thought Tuesday as they host Seton Hill Haggerty, who led the Lakers that the team played very strong at Tullio Field at 4 p.m., before with five goals and two assists for against Shippensburg after com- traveling to Notre Dame College Dan Williams photo seven points, scored three of the ing off two losses. (OH) on Friday. Beth O’Neil (24) looks to move the ball upfield while teammate Katie Nagle (19) looks on first four goals of the game for “Our win was greatly needed against Seton Hill. Foursome continues hockey pursuits worldwide the Olympics, held bi-yearly to alone. By Ryan Palm determine the best hockey team The program was also featured Sports editor in the world. in both the USA Today and the Agosta suited up for Canada, New York Times, in addition Although their traditional Lorsell for Sweden and Soik- to countless articles from local, schedule ended over a month kanen for Finland’s team. regional and national newspa- ago, four members of the wom- The neighbors to the north pers covering the team’s rise to en’s hockey team are still at it, won the tournament’s gold med- the top. competing in two separate post- al, with Agosta chipping in four This exposure simply could not season events. assists and a +7 rating for the be bought with dollars, instead First came the appearance of tournament. coming as a result of eight years senior captain Julia Colizza at the Sweden and Finland finished of hard work and dedication by Frozen Four Skills Challenge in third and fourth respectively in Sisti, his staffs and dozens of St. Louis, Mo. the nine-team tournament. players who have contributed to For the second straight year a Sisti also remarked on the the program’s leap to the top. Mercyhurst captain played the importance of having the Mercy- “Over the years, many people’s role of hero, with last year’s ver- hurst name on the international first impression about Mercy- sion starring Samantha Shirley in scene. hurst has been received from the trick-shot competition. “Meghan, Angelica and Ka- viewing one of our hockey The 2007 edition included tarinna did a great job in the teams. Colizza competing in the accu- World Championships. The tele- “Everyone I met has always racy shooting event, and walking Photo by Ian Thomas vision and internet exposure been impressed and as curiosity away with a perfect score. Women’s hockey coach Mike Sisti and senor Julia Colizza at the Skills Competition. from events like this have truly leads them to a closer look, they The drill features four targets elevated our ability to provide really love what our school has at each corner of the goal, and Mercyhurst coach Mike Sisti was “It is so rewarding watching a trio of freshmen did the same the school with its own niche for to offer,” he said. Colizza hit them all to earn the coach for the West squad, our players mature and develop internationally. world-wide visibility,” said Sisti. Given the tremendous amount her West squad the points they and was quite pleased with his as students, people and players, Forwards Meghan Agosta and That is actually quite the un- of underclassmen talent remain- needed to defeat the East team former captain. but so tough to see them go. Angelica Lorsell joined defend- derstatement, for in this past year ing on the roster, coupled with 13-10. “Julia did what Sam Shirley did They all stay in touch, so when er Katariina Soikkanen in the alone the Mercyhurst name has what appears to be another out- The efforts certainly satisfied last year; she represented Mercy- they leave they are never too far Women’s World Championships been broadcast to millions of standing recruiting class, odds are her coach for the event, who also hurst, herself, her teammates and away,” Sisti said. held in Winnipeg, Manitoba, homes across the world, includ- good that this worldwide respect happened to be her coach for her family extremely well and Just days after Colizza repre- Canada. ing 10 million homes in Canada isn’t going away anytime soon. the last four years at Mercyhurst. stole the show in an interview. sented Mercyhurst well stateside, The event is comparable with with the World Championships Tennis teams looking forward to GLIAC tourney “We are playing very well to- for the team with a 7-6 (7-4), 6-2. team from Niagara University. winning 7-6 (7-3), 1-6, 10-8. major strengths of this team is By Andy Tait gether and are going into each victory over No. 15 in the region, Last Tuesday the Lakers traveled Niagara improved to 9-8 for the confidence that each of the Contributing writer game with a lot of confidence,” Antoine Marenaud. It was senior to Niagara, N.Y. to take on their the season, while the Lakers girls play with. said Fava. day for Fava and Marnik and Division I opponents. dropped to 11-13. The Lakers “All the girls perform well un- With the spring tennis season Fava and Marnik have become a Fava’s win capped a fantastic day The gulf in class showed be- have now lost three consecutive der pressure and that is why we nearing a conclusion, both the formidable force in doubles play for the pair and the team. tween the two teams as Niagara games and are clinging to the are having such a good season,” men’s and women’s tennis teams this season having already beaten “It was wonderful to be able turned aside Mercyhurst 6-1. hope of securing seventh place said Sutyak. are in with a shot of making the the No. 3 ranked doubles pairing to pick up the win in such an Mercyhurst struggled in dou- in the region. The women travel to Slippery NCAA National Tournament. in the nation, which contained important game for both myself bles play, winning only five games Mercyhurst currently sits in Rock for a must - win match up However, the two teams endured the nation’s top ranked player and the team on such a special in three matches as the Purple eighth position with two crucial on Wednesday, April 18th before differing weeks. from Northwood University. day,” said Fava. Eagles swept them. games coming up in the next returning home to face Tiffin for On Saturday the Mercyhurst Mateusz Pryzbysz and Ron- The defeat dropped Wayne However, singles action didn’t few weeks. Senior Jamie Sutyak the final game of their regular men’s team secured third place ald Heurich clinched a second State to 8-8 overall and 3-4 in the prove to be as one sided with believes the team has what it season on Sunday, April 22nd. in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate doubles victory for Mercyhurst GLIAC. The Lakers on the other the Lakers pushing their op- takes to record back to back wins The men will compete in the Athletic Conference after defeat- and won 8-4, which gave the hand improved to 13-5 overall ponents close on a number of and secure a national tournament GLIAC championships this ing Wayne State 5-4. team a 2-1 lead heading into and 5-2 in conference play. occasions. berth. weekend in Midland, Mich. April The Lakers won two out of singles play. The contest was a meeting Freshman Chelsea Downing “All the girls are playing well 21-22. three in doubles action and split Marnik (6-1, 6-3) and Przybysz between the seventh and ninth was unlucky to fall in the opening and the team looks strong; we The Lakers will go-head-to singles play in a recording narrow (6-4, 6-2) added two further vic- placed teams in the region and it set of her singles game, losing 7- just have to hang in there,” said head with Michigan Tech, know- but crucial victory. tories for the Lakers in singles was Mercyhurst who appeared to 3 in the tiebreaker, before falling Sutyak. ing that a victory will guarantee Mariano Fava and Michael action, which left the team re- have all but sealed their NCAA 6-2 in the second and final set. The team narrowly missed out them a spot in the national Marnik were inspirational in the quiring just one more win for tournament berth in turning The Lakers lone victory came on the national tournament last championships. The two teams Laker’s performance as they won victory. away the chasing Warriors. from Sophomore Jaclyn Ma- year and appear twice as deter- have already met this year with 8-3, marking their 15th consecu- The Laker’s top player duly Unfortunately, Mercyhurst cLean as she battled to a superb mined to make it this year. the Lakers sweeping the Hus- tive doubles victory. obliged as he clinched victory women’s team lost to a strong three-set super tiebreak victory, Sutyak claims that one of the kies 9-0. AKER Page 12 April 18, 2007 PORTS LakerS Sports ‘Quick Hits’ Men’s lax at No. 1 This weeks results...

Men’s volleyball...... April L 3-0, Ohio St. Women’s water polo...... April 13, L 7-4, Grove City April 14, W 8-4, Washington & Jefferson Baseball...... April 11, W 9-3, Gannon April 11, W 4-3, Gannon April 14, W 3-0, Nyack April 14, W 2-1, Nyack Softball...... April 11, W 4-1, Gannon April 11, W 2-1, Gannon April 13, W 5-1, Saginaw Valley April 13, L 2-1, Saginaw Valley April 14, W 7-0, Lake Superior April 14, W 7-6, Lake Superior Men’s lacrosse...... April 14, W 14-9, Shippensburg Women’s lacrosse...... April 1, L 14-9, Adelphi April 15, ppd, Philadelphia Men’s tennis...... April 13, W 9-0, Findlay April 14, W 8-4, Wayne State

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After Mother Nature finally permitted them to play, the baseball and softball teams had great weeks and as a result a player Photo by Don Eighmey from each was honored by the Athletic Dept. on Monday. Coach Chris Ryan addresses his team following thier win at C.W. Post. The USILA ranks the Lakers No. 1.

Brian Chad from the baseball team was named the Male as they took the field in Erie. in the first eight minutes of the It was here that they would put By Jim McCann Mercyhurst had other plans second half. their No. 1 ranking on the line Athlete of the Week for his performance in a pair of starts. Contributing writer Combined he threw 12 shutout innings, going five against though, and those plans became However, the Lakers regained for the first against No. 4 C.W. Gannon on Monday and a complete-game shutout against overwhelmingly evident at the focus and momentum answer- Post a team they never beat on Nyack on Saturday. He notched nine strikeouts on the week, The stage was set. For the opening whistle. ing with four goals of their own the Pioneers home turf. surrendering only five hits. second time in a month, the After a successful clear attempt by Osier, Janssen, Mulherin and That task grew even tougher Mercyhurst men’s lacrosse team on a missed shot by Dowling, Tyler Burton and ended the 3rd when Mercyhurst fell behind 3- Senior Jen Feret had another outstanding week on the softball played host to the No. 1 team in Mike Bartlett took a pass from with an 11-4 lead. 1, just halfway through the first diamond, excelling both at the plate and on the mound. the nation. Adam Mulherin and put the Lindner added the only goal of quarter. Offensively she was on a tear, hitting .381 on the week This time, however, the situ- Lakers on the board just over a the fourth and the Lakers walked The Lakers regrouped and were including five homeruns and driving in eight runs. On the ation were different. This time, minute into the game. away with a 12-4 victory to push able to tie the score at three be- mound she threw 21 innings, struck out 21 and allowed only 10 the Lakers were the No. 2 team Mike Thon then scored to give their overall record to 6-1. fore the end of the first as David hits ending the week with a 3-0 record. in the nation. the Lakers a 2-0 advantage. The win vaulted Mercyhurst Osier and Tyler Burton scored. The Lakers had revenge on After the Lakers killed off a 30- into the No. 1 National ranking B.J. Lindner and Adam Mul- their mind as they got their first second pushing penalty, Scotty by the United States Intercolle- herin each scored twice while shot at the Dowling since the Feret GLIAC Pitcher of Week Janssen gave them a 3-0 lead. giate Lacrosse Association. Matt Spahr and Mike Thon ream ended their season last year When the second quarter be- The No. 1 ranking is a first in added one of their own to give in the National Semi-Finals. The gan, the Lakers began the on- history of a team that has been a the Lakers a 9-7 win. Fresh off an outstanding week, Jen Feret was honored as the Lakers would have their vindica- slaught as Janssen, David Osier, staple in the national Top-10 and Lashomb made eight saves. GLIAC Pitcher of the Week on Monday. She led Mercyhurst tion. Ryan Arnold and B.J. Lindner all has been to the Final Four three The Lakers will not have long to a 5-1 week, herself picking up three wins and no losses to Coming off of a 17-4 drubbing added scores of their own to give times in the past four seasons. to savor the victory as they head improve Mercyhurst to a 17-14 record. at the hands of Le Moyne, many Mercyhurst a 7-0 lead at half. Just five days after attaining back to Long Island this week- in the lacrosse world expected Dowling came out of the gate the top spot, they prepared for end to face No. 6 Molloy before Last week she pitched a pair of complete games, striking out the Lions to come out hungry at halftime with fire in their eyes a tough test as they hit the road returning home on April 28 to 21 in her 21 innings of work. She is now 9-5 on the season with and live up to their No. 1 ranking and scored four straight goals for Long Island. welcome No. 2 NYIT. a outstanding 1.38 earned run average. Her 107 strikeouts rank her fourth in the conference, and her ERA is good for fifth. Feret hits and pitches Lakers to 3-1 weekend Men’s lacrosse No. 1 for conference play from last In the bottom of the second, Rizzo hit her third longball of By Finella Annand season. We have ten conference Houston hit a line drive over the the season in the top of the sec- Contributing writer A week after earning their first ever No. 1 ranking, the men’s games left and we know we are left field fence for a 4-0 Laker ond inning for the game winning lacrosse team increased their hold on the spot in the latest capable of beating every team we lead. run. Griffin scored on Rizzo’s poll. This week’s poll, issued by the US Intercollegiate Lacrosse With five wins out of their last face,” said Griffin. Gannon was unable to answer homer. Association, has Mercyhurst with seven of the 10 first place six games and a 7-3 record in Mercyhurst started last week’s their offensive play until the top In game two Saginaw Valley votes. The rest of the poll is as follows: the GLIAC it seems as though efforts with two solid wins against of the sixth when an Ann Waters did enough in the first to record the Mercyhurst softball team Gannon at Mercyhurst. base hit scored Steph Christ to the win. 1. Mercyhurst 8-1 197 is beginning to overcome the In bitterly cold conditions the make the score 4-1. On a quiet day for both of- 2. New York Tech 8-0 190 inconsistency that had plagued Lakers kept their focus to take In the second game Mercyhurst fenses Saginaw’s two early runs 3. Le Moyne 8-2 182 the start of the season. two from the Golden Knights managed just a pair of hits with were enough to cancel out Mer- 4. Bryant 6-2 164 “We recently swept Clarion and of Gannon. solo homers from McNurlen and cyhurst’s only hit of the day; a 5. C.W. Post 7-3 163 Gannon in back-to-back games Melissa Rizzo and Megan Rizzo. It was enough to pick up solo home-run from Feret. 6. Dowling 5-3 150 and this gave us the confidence to Houston hit long balls in the a 2-1 win and a sweep of the On Saturday the Mercyhurst 7. Molloy 7-2 140 know we are capable of playing first game and Jessica McNurlen doubleheader. Lakers came out with renewed 8. Limestone 11-1 129 two solid games in a row,” said in the second. In addition both The Lakers then took to the vigor, sweeping Lake Superior 9. Pace 6-3 84 senior Kim Griffin. Jen Feret and Griffin pitched well road for the weekend for four 7-0 and 7-6 respectively. 10. St. Andrews 10-4 59 Mercyhurst then went on to to assure the wins. games against Saginaw Valley and Feret again showed her skill as split with Saginaw Valley and Mercyhurst jumped out to a Lake Superior State. she allowed one hit in game one sweep Lake Superior State. 2-0 lead in the first, then added In a familiar story, Feret came and went 4-for-8 at the plate, County Council honors women’s hockey The Lakers now sit tied for two more in the second to pick up big against Saginaw Valley. hitting three homeruns in two second in the GLIAC, and have up the 4-1 win. In game one the Lakers jumped games. The Erie County Council honored the women’s hockey team already improved on last season’s Feret stroked an RBI double in out to a 2-0 lead in the second The Lakers will take on Ed- at its most recent meeting, held Tuesday, April 17. According total of five conference wins. the first, then scored the Lakers’ and struck again in the fifth and inboro for a non-conference to a press release from Sports Information, councilman Kyle “The team is excited because second run of the frame on a sixth innings to ensure the win doubleheader on Tuesday, April Foust made the presentation to the team. “Council is pleased we have surpassed our win total bases loaded walk to Rizzo. at 5-1. 17 starting at 3 p.m. to honor the Mercyhurst women’s hockey team,” said Foust. “The team had a memorable season and brought tremendous recognition to Erie. We wish the Lakers even more success in Rowing finishing well despite tough conditions the future.” Foust is an alumni and current employee of the college, working in the Career Services Department. different from the others. swept all its events. past weekend, April 15, would By Chelsea Boothe Their first race took place after Spracklen believes all the teams tell a lot about where the teams Campus Living Editor having been on the water only are progressing and meeting his are in their training. Lashomb honored again three days. expectations. The men’s lightweight team Despite the particularly harsh On March 31, they went to the “The women’s team is young, finished first in an all Division For the third straight week, sophomore Jason Lashomb was weather conditions this spring, Marietta Invitational. and they are creating momentum I field. named the East Coast Conference Goalkeeper of the Week. the Mercyhurst men and wom- The women’s novice eight and for another NCAA champion- The varsity eight team finished This week Lashomb was critical to the Mercyhurst victory en’s rowing teams are faring varsity four both placed second ship. They are on the right track first as well, but in the Division over then No. 4 C.W. Post. He allowed only seven goals in 60 particularly well. in their events, and the men’s to move forward,” Spracklen II/III race. minutes, notching eight saves to improve his record to 8-1. Head rowing coach Adrian varsity pair won its event and the said. Both the club four and club Spracklen attributes part of their lightweight eight placed second. As for the men’s lightweight eight boats finished third in He has held every opponent to eight goals or less, and will seek success to the athletes “positive The following weekend, April team, Spracklen mentioned that their races, which is respectable to do the same next Sunday at Molloy. attitudes” and “that everyone is 7, despite dire weather condi- he had particularly high expecta- considering they were the only really excited about racing.” tions was the Mercyhurst Invi- tions. “The eight looks good on Division II team. Although rowing is not one of tational. paper, because it has the fast erg The next two weekends the Quick hits are compiled by sports editor Ryan Palm. Any- the more visual sports on cam- The women’s novice four, nov- score boat average of any team women’s team will be racing on thing worthy of being a “quick hit” should be emailed to pus, it is one of the most success- ice eight and varsity eight all won in the past,” he said. their home course at Findley [email protected]. ful, and this season looks to be no their events, and the men’s team Spracklen believed that this Lake, NY.