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Men’s hockey moves into 4th place in standings with sweep Performing on SPORTS 29 the ‘Raw Edge’ A&E 18 Also inside 10th anniversary show in PAC A&E 17 COMIC 23 Student recovering after assault SPORTS 24 outside house on East 38th Street; Available online: merciad.mercyhurst.edu Erie police investigating attack 6 PAGE 2 NEWS Feb. 6, 2008 MSG votes to change constitution two residential. By Joshua Wilwohl The change will reduce the Editor-in-chief representatives – also called senators under the new structure Student will see a change in – to 22. the Mercyhurst College Student The decision made with the Government, as the body voted recommendation of the Tarant to slash the number of represen- & Wymer Agency, a student tatives on the government and government consultant. increase the number of executive Sophomore representative board positions. Patrick Garvin said reducing the The changes come after a number of representatives on the 23-12 vote with no abstentions government is unnecessary. to amend the current MSG “We should not take the con- constitution. sultant’s views (on this),” he said MSG representatives are cur- at the meeting. rently numbered at 38, with “We should listen to the eight seniors, eight juniors, eight students because that’s sophomores, eight freshmen, what matters.” Scoot Williams photo two commuters, one interna- MSG members discussed at length the possibility of changing the student government tional, one intercollegiate and Please see Number on Page 9 constitution and decrease the number of representatives on the body. Summer Session 2008 Catch up. Get ahead. Stay on track.

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Check out the classes online. Learn More. summer.mercyhurst.edu PAGE 2 NEWS Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 NEWS PAGE 3 MSG votes to change constitution laker briefs Ski and rollerblade raffl e two residential. Fifty cents can win you: Head Edge Carbon Skis with Tyrolia By Joshua Wilwohl The change will reduce the 470 bindings, Kerman Vector Poles and Nordica Boots or Blade Editor-in-chief representatives – also called Runner Discovery Roller Blades with pads, helmet and carrying senators under the new structure bag. Proceeds go to students attending the Bridge School Sum- Student will see a change in – to 22. mer Institute. Every half-dollar helps. the Mercyhurst College Student The decision made with the Raffl e tickets are available in the Education Offi ce during week- Government, as the body voted recommendation of the Tarant day hours and from Dr. O’Dell (Hirt 300D) during his scheduled to slash the number of represen- & Wymer Agency, a student offi ce hours. The drawing will be held Feb. 14. tatives on the government and government consultant. increase the number of executive Sophomore representative Election insights board positions. Patrick Garvin said reducing the Barry Grossman will speak Feb. 15 at Mercyhurst College on The changes come after a number of representatives on the “Handicapping the Presidential Election.” His talk is part of the 23-12 vote with no abstentions government is unnecessary. Global Issues Forum at Mercyhurst and begins at 11:30 a.m. in to amend the current MSG “We should not take the con- Mercy Heritage Room. constitution. sultant’s views (on this),” he said MSG representatives are cur- at the meeting. Student art exibit rently numbered at 38, with “We should listen to the A juried exhibition of student art works will be on display in eight seniors, eight juniors, eight students because that’s Contributed photo the Cummings Gallery at Mercyhurst College Feb. 13-20. sophomores, eight freshmen, what matters.” Scoot Williams photo Volunteers from neighboring schools can volunteer at the six different Expanding Social two commuters, one interna- MSG members discussed at length the possibility of changing the student government Opportunities dances throughout the year. Tragedy in Darfur tional, one intercollegiate and Please see Number on Page 9 constitution and decrease the number of representatives on the body. “The Devil Came on Horseback,” an award-winning docu- mentary fi lm depicting the human rights atrocities in Darfur, Sudan, will be shown free to the public at Mercyhurst College Dance benefi ts Erie area on Tuesday, Feb. 12, at 7 p.m. in Taylor Little Theatre.

Indian culture event adults with disabilities A presentation titled “My Travels to India” will be offered free Summer Session 2008 because it gave everyone a reason ESO is a component of the to the public on Thursday, Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m. in Alex Theater By Julie Hranica to dress up instead of wearing Council for Exceptional Children on the Mercyhurst North East campus. Staff writer the usual jeans and polo shirt. (CEC) organization on campus. -lakernet.mercyhurst.edu Catch up. Get ahead. Stay on track. Sophomore Emily Warren The two council members are Students from Mercyhurst, enjoyed the semi-formal theme. the CEC ESO co-chairs within Gannon, Penn State Behrend “I loved attending the dance the club and many of the vol- I. Pre-Summer Session (3 credits, 3 weeks) and Edinboro gathered to dance because it reminded me of a unteers for the ESO dances are MSG looking for the night away this past week- high school dance because it members of CEC.
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Scoot Williams photo Numerous factors prevent the REC from having extended hours, such as a shortage of workers.

practice at 6 a.m.,” Herman said. By Liz Maier “This takes some pressure off Staff writer the student body during peak Scoot Williams photo times.” Students are able to go to the REC Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday Between classes, homework, Herman said lack of interest is from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. work, extra curricular activities another reason the gym does not and trying to maintain a social have extended hours. asked for.” fi tness center with 600 student said he would like to see are reno- life, exercising gets lost in the “Sometimes the fi tness center Herman talked about what athletes,” Barnett said. vation of the baseball and soccer mix especially when the fi tness is empty on a Saturday night after changes he would make to the Mercyhurst has 25 Division turf, possibly a new recreational center’s hours at Mercyhurst fi ve o’clock,” said Herman. fitness center if he had the II sports, along with Division I center and the softball field College are not fl exible for busy “To me, it comes down to appropriate fi nancial means. men’s and women’s hockey. brought back onto campus. students. the lack of facilities factor,” “The fi rst thing that I would “We are the only Division II “We have the land but I don’t Other colleges have at least said Herman. “It would be nice do if I had the money would be college with 25 athletic teams,” think we utilize it well,” Barnett one fi tness center that is open 24 to have it open longer but it is to add locker rooms and then said Barnett. “We have more than said. “I think we can be more hours, so why can’t Mercyhurst? a more complicated issue than add another multi-recreational any other Division II college.” creative and efficient for the Director of the Mercyhurst that.” court.” “Another fact is we are located students by rearranging the Athletic Center Tom Herman Herman said inquiry of Sophomore Harley Garrett in Erie, so the athletes need to football fi eld or making use of said, “The fi tness center can’t be extended hours has frequently said, “If I could change the gym, share the indoor facilities with the orchard.” open 24 hours or have extended been asked. I would add a wooden basketball the rest of the student body,” The possibility of even adding hours because of several He said instead of worrying court and newer equipment.” said Barnett. a weight room onto the ice rink factors.” about more hours, we need to “The benches and weight Barnett said he recognizes and has been discussed Barnett said. “First of all, someone must focus on the basic necessities machines are very outdated,” realizes the need for improve- The idea is in its initial stages be supervising at all times,” said such as adding locker rooms so said Garrett. ments. and no approval has been made Herman. “If a student were to be students can change in a clean Sophomore Ben Wells said “We know that we have many yet. injured, the school is liable.” environment instead of using he would like to change several challenges but we anticipate “Open communication with “The school would have to the bathrooms. things about the fi tness center. changes soon,” he said. student government and admin- generate more money for work- Herman said students in the “The temperature some days Barnett said Mercyhurst Col- istration has brought about more ers if the recreational center were past have suggested adding a rock will be very warm and other days lege President Dr. Gamble gave creative plans,” said Barnett. “I open 24 hours,” said Herman. wall. He considers a rock wall as a it will be very cold,” he said. “I his support and approval to the think if we plan properly and “Secondly, the fi tness center luxury rather than a necessity. would also change the size. It is athletic department to develop a collectively work together, we must be shared among the ath- “We need to properly balance the biggest downfall of our ath- plan for new facilities. can be effective.” letes, the student body, the stu- and prioritize what we want,” letic facilities because it is way too “I’m excited that we were Barnett suggests students to dent government, intramural said Herman. “People tend to ask small to hold all of our athlete.” given the green light to make continue to voice their opinions sports and the ROTC.” for things because they think it is Athletic Director, Craig Bar- a master plan of the improve- on topics such as the fi tness and “Athletic teams such as foot- a good idea but then they don’t nett agreed. ments,” said Craig. recreational center through Mer- ball, rowing and women’s lacrosse consistently use the facilities they “The facts are we have one Some developments Barnet cyhurst Student Government. PAGE 4 NEWS Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 NEWS PAGE 5 REC center hours not expected to change Students show interest in RA positions has around 40 to 45 openings for Ross said for students like By Joshua Wilwohl incoming RAs. Geci who plan to fill out the Editor-in-chief “This year we have a seasoned application and continue with the staff,” he said. “We have a lot selection process, will participate More than 100 students gath- of seniors and graduates leav- in group process on March 18 ered in Egan Cafeteria Tuesday ing us.” and March 19. at 9 p.m. for a resident assistant Ross said the process for RA “During group process, we information night. selection starts at the informa- have the opportunity to first The students had the oppor- tion night where students receive look at people and do mini-inter- tunity to ask questions and applications up until March 14. views,” he said. “Once we have discuss the RA position with Freshman Meghan Geci, an that completed, grades are the associate and assistant directors applicant for an RA position, next factor.” of residence life, along with hall said she wants to give back what Ross said students who make directors and current RAs. she gained. the grades would most likely be “Last year we had about 120 “I want to become an RA called back for panel interviews. students,” said Mercyhurst Col- because my RAs personally have He said the target date for Scoot Williams photo lege Associate Director of Resi- helped me so much as a fresh- offi cial notifi cation of a position Numerous factors prevent the REC from having extended dence Life Justin Ross. man and I would like to do the is April 11. Scoot Williams photo hours, such as a shortage of workers. “This year we expect about same,” she said. “I would like For furth er informa- Students gathered in the Egan Cafeteria on Tuesday night to 100 (candidates).” to be there to help them just as tion, contact residence life at discuss the responsibilities of a resident assistant position practice at 6 a.m.,” Herman said. Ross said residence life usually they’ve helped me.” (814) 824-2422. with associate and assistant directors of residence life. By Liz Maier “This takes some pressure off Staff writer the student body during peak Scoot Williams photo times.” Students are able to go to the REC Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday Between classes, homework, Herman said lack of interest is from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Toyota FJ Cruiser work, extra curricular activities another reason the gym does not and trying to maintain a social have extended hours. asked for.” fi tness center with 600 student said he would like to see are reno- life, exercising gets lost in the “Sometimes the fi tness center Herman talked about what athletes,” Barnett said. vation of the baseball and soccer mix especially when the fi tness is empty on a Saturday night after changes he would make to the Mercyhurst has 25 Division turf, possibly a new recreational You don’t need a text book center’s hours at Mercyhurst fi ve o’clock,” said Herman. fitness center if he had the II sports, along with Division I center and the softball field College are not fl exible for busy “To me, it comes down to appropriate fi nancial means. men’s and women’s hockey. brought back onto campus. to tell you students. the lack of facilities factor,” “The fi rst thing that I would “We are the only Division II “We have the land but I don’t Other colleges have at least said Herman. “It would be nice do if I had the money would be college with 25 athletic teams,” think we utilize it well,” Barnett one fi tness center that is open 24 to have it open longer but it is to add locker rooms and then said Barnett. “We have more than said. “I think we can be more hours, so why can’t Mercyhurst? a more complicated issue than add another multi-recreational any other Division II college.” creative and efficient for the e is NO substitute Director of the Mercyhurst that.” court.” “Another fact is we are located students by rearranging the . 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The victim said he was treated By Joshua Wilwohl at a local-area hospital for fa- Editor-in-chief cial injuries, including a broken nose. Erie Police Bureau are cur- Mercyhurst College Offi ce of rently investigating the assault of Residence Life and Student Con- a Mercyhurst College senior that duct said they received uncon- occurred Saturday night in the fi rmed reports of an incident in 700 block of East 38th Street. the same city block that night. The victim stated he attempted Mercyhurst College Director to break up a fi ght of three other of Athletics Craig Barnett said Mercyhurst College students in there’s an open investigation re- his yard when he was blindsided garding an incident off campus. by one of the assailants. “Erie police are currently look-

Contributed photo “We were in our house and all ing into the investigation, but no Students from Dr. Timothy Frawley’s class hosted the fi rst Literacy Fair at the Herrmann of a sudden a bunch of football names have been released yet,” Student Union on Jan. 30 for underprivileged children in Erie. players showed up and started he said. fi ghting outside of my house,” Anyone with information is said the victim. “I asked them to asked to call the residence life ’Hurst’s fi rst literacy leave and they refused.” offi ce at (814) 824-2422. fair inspired children New lounges planned partners of Erie by making read- and it worked out really well,” By Amy Zielinski ing come alive. she said. for apartment buildings News editor Sr. Michele Schroeck, Mercy- Warner would like to see the project is intended to provide hurst College Director of Service event continue in the future. She By Ashley Pastor recreational opportunities for Staff writer Children of Erie’s inner city Learning said it was great to see said it’s great for the children to students, a new place to relax and had the opportunity to escape the children’s literature class come into the community. create a greater sense of unity into a world of books last week participate. Nine-year old Yasmine Mickel Mercyhurst Student Govern- among students within apart- in the Mercyhurst College Caro- “Connecting it with a class attended the event and was very ment voted to approve a pro- ment buildings. lyn Hermann Student Union. improved the quality of activities happy she came. posal to create new lounges in MSG Treasurer junior Chris- Students from Dr. Timothy and created a common experi- “I like the activities,” said select apartment buildings on tina Coovert said that the project Frawley’s children’s literature ence from which the class will Mickel. “ We got to color and Briggs and Lewis Avenue. will directly benefi t the lives of class read books and designed have further discussion,” said make stuff and I was very excited If approved by the college, students. activities for underprivileged Schroeck. about that.” three lounges in buildings located “The proposal has great children in Erie on Jan. 30 After each child completed Frawley said the children were on Briggs and Lewis Ave., will be potential to really make a differ- at the college’s first Literacy an activity, a sticker was given to engaged. equipped with a ping pong table ence in the student apartments Fair. them to put on their passport. “They are making connections or foosball table, board games on campus,” said Coovert. AmeriCorps VISTA member “The idea was for the child to with the story and that’s what and a radio. If the proposal is successful, Colin Hurley said the event went have an individualized passport we wanted,” he said. “It’s great The lounges will be monitored MSG plans on preparing a formal very smoothly, especially with that could take them to any to see them interested with the by members of the MSG’s Resi- proposal to present to ResLife the children coming to the event of the reading sessions,” said book.” dence Life Committee. and the administration in order to right after school. Hurley. After the event, each child The proposal to revitalize the make the new lounges available to “For quite a few of the young- Freshman Kelly Lysowski received a book to take home. lounges in the basements of all apartments on campus. sters, it would their fi rst time at said the event went well and the “Michele Garvey took the upperclassman apartments was Senior representative on the the college and you could see the children enjoyed the different initiative to order books through fi rst presented on Jan. 14 to the Residence Life Committee Abigail sparkle of curiosity in their eyes,” stories. a scholastic book order,” said MSG body by the Residence Life McDonald agrees with Coovert. said Hurley. Freshman Meghan Warner Hurley. “They were a small piece Committee Chair sophomore “We are hoping that students Students brainstormed ideas agreed. of the literacy fair for the chil- Andrew Schuler. will really embrace the lounges,” to connect with the community “The event was a huge success dren to take home with them.” According to the proposal, the said McDonald. PAGE 6 NEWS Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 NEWS PAGE 7 Police investigate ’Hurst talent raises money for Iraq vet

dance department. amazing instrumental solos, they assault on senior Mark and Solveig Santilla- won second place. no danced to a relaxing tune The show came to an end The victim said he was treated with amazing flexibility after the hosts introduced Phi By Joshua Wilwohl at a local-area hospital for fa- and synchronicity. Eta Sigma Offi cers, announced Editor-in-chief cial injuries, including a broken Act I closed with a very raffl e winners and gave fi rst and nose. special performance by senior second place prizes. Erie Police Bureau are cur- Mercyhurst College Offi ce of Joey Jablonski and junior Chris Sones said he was extremely rently investigating the assault of Residence Life and Student Con- VonVolkenberg from the band nervous to find out who the a Mercyhurst College senior that duct said they received uncon- Easystreet. winner was. occurred Saturday night in the fi rmed reports of an incident in Hosts Brittani DeVore (fresh- “When they announced 700 block of East 38th Street. the same city block that night. man) and Rhonda Marable the fi rst place winner it didn’t The victim stated he attempted Mercyhurst College Director (junior), from the show register right away that they to break up a fi ght of three other of Athletics Craig Barnett said “Ladies’ Corner” of Hurst TV, said my name,” he said. “It is Mercyhurst College students in there’s an open investigation re- took the mic and announced an amazing feeling to know that his yard when he was blindsided garding an incident off campus. intermission. your fellow peers voted you as by one of the assailants. “Erie police are currently look- After intermissions, the the best act.”

Contributed photo “We were in our house and all ing into the investigation, but no infamous Sones appeared on “There were several extreme- Students from Dr. Timothy Frawley’s class hosted the fi rst Literacy Fair at the Herrmann of a sudden a bunch of football names have been released yet,” stage dressed as Kevin Bacon ly talented acts that I had to Student Union on Jan. 30 for underprivileged children in Erie. players showed up and started he said. and started dancing his own compete against,” said Sones. fi ghting outside of my house,” Anyone with information is choreography to “Footloose.” Senior Joe Zamora attended said the victim. “I asked them to asked to call the residence life His high-energy performance the show this year and compared leave and they refused.” offi ce at (814) 824-2422. got the crowd singing along, it to last year’s. ’Hurst’s fi rst literacy Contributed photo tapping their feet, clapping and “I was impressed by the talent. Mark and Solveig Santillano showed off their dance skills and fl exibility at the Phi Eta Sigma cheering all at once. It wasn’t as crowded as last year Talent Show on Friday night. Keeping the energy high though. Last year it was stand- fair inspired children New lounges planned came freshmen Boris Gabriel and ing room only,” said Zamo- from Incubus. Garland’s “Somewhere Over Gabriela Meza dancing salsa. ra. “I’m very glad I went. It partners of Erie by making read- and it worked out really well,” By Javiera Cubillos This event was a benefi t to the Rainbow.” Junior Stephanie Oliver, also felt good to be supporting an Staff writer By Amy Zielinski ing come alive. she said. for apartment buildings raise money for Billy Krawczyk’s Following this Leo Cumming a “Ladies’ Corner” host and Phi Iraq Vet.” News editor Sr. Michele Schroeck, Mercy- Warner would like to see the project is intended to provide father, who, after coming back appeared carrying an acous- Eta Sigma offi cer, followed with hurst College Director of Service event continue in the future. She By Ashley Pastor recreational opportunities for Sophomore Trevor Sones was from the army, still has physical tic guitar and a Mariachi hat a solo performance of “Bet- Staff writer Children of Erie’s inner city Learning said it was great to see said it’s great for the children to students, a new place to relax and the grand prize winner of the Phi and psychological injuries. tied around his neck. While the ter off Alone” from Katharine Commitment had the opportunity to escape the children’s literature class come into the community. create a greater sense of unity Eta Sigma Talent Show. The proceeds from the entrance crowd clapped and cheered, he McPhee’s debut album. into a world of books last week participate. Nine-year old Yasmine Mickel Mercyhurst Student Govern- among students within apart- Sones’ performance to “Foot- fee, drinks, snacks and raffl e tick- sang the Spanish “Canción del “Everyone did extra great,” to accuracy in the Mercyhurst College Caro- “Connecting it with a class attended the event and was very ment voted to approve a pro- ment buildings. loose” earned him $100 in prize ets will go to that cause. Mariachi” and dedicated it to Oliver said. lyn Hermann Student Union. improved the quality of activities happy she came. posal to create new lounges in MSG Treasurer junior Chris- money at Friday night’s show. The show consisted of three the “chica que adoro,” the girl The closing act was the band To report corrections Students from Dr. Timothy and created a common experi- “I like the activities,” said select apartment buildings on tina Coovert said that the project The band Nepenthe took acts, divided by two intermis- he adores. Nepenthe composed of juniors Frawley’s children’s literature ence from which the class will Mickel. “ We got to color and Briggs and Lewis Avenue. will directly benefi t the lives of second place with their inter- sions. The opening act was junior Third came two dance in- Alex Beck, Nate Drum and Dave and clarifi cations, class read books and designed have further discussion,” said make stuff and I was very excited If approved by the college, students. pretation of “Anna Molly” Kara Stadelman performing Judy structors from the Mercyhurst Newman. 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Colin Hurley said the event went have an individualized passport we wanted,” he said. “It’s great The lounges will be monitored MSG plans on preparing a formal West Main Drive M.A.C. very smoothly, especially with that could take them to any to see them interested with the by members of the MSG’s Resi- proposal to present to ResLife Feb. 1 Feb. 2 Write for the news section of the children coming to the event of the reading sessions,” said book.” dence Life Committee. and the administration in order to College discipline/ state College discipline the Merciad. Corrections from right after school. Hurley. After the event, each child The proposal to revitalize the make the new lounges available to citation “For quite a few of the young- Freshman Kelly Lysowski received a book to take home. lounges in the basements of all apartments on campus. Jan. 30 issue sters, it would their fi rst time at said the event went well and the “Michele Garvey took the upperclassman apartments was Senior representative on the Interested? the college and you could see the children enjoyed the different initiative to order books through fi rst presented on Jan. 14 to the Residence Life Committee Abigail Liquor Law Violation Liquor Law Violation E-mail Amanda Valauri at On page 9, in the article sparkle of curiosity in their eyes,” stories. a scholastic book order,” said MSG body by the Residence Life McDonald agrees with Coovert. Parking Lot 1 REC center newsmerciad “Study abroad made afford- said Hurley. Freshman Meghan Warner Hurley. “They were a small piece Committee Chair sophomore “We are hoping that students Feb. 2 Feb. 2 able,” the byline should Students brainstormed ideas agreed. of the literacy fair for the chil- Andrew Schuler. will really embrace the lounges,” College discipline College discipline @mercyhurst.edu. read, “News editor” and not to connect with the community “The event was a huge success dren to take home with them.” According to the proposal, the said McDonald. “New writer.” PAGE 8 NEWS Feb. 6, 2008 Dance major aims for Broadway two from casting directors, one years of dance experience. By Liz Maier from a manager and one from He was very active in his high Staff writer an agent. school’s student government, “All of my call backs were drama department, marching Watch out Broadway, a star has representatives from New York band, cheerleading squad, orches- been born and he is already shin- City-based dance companies,” tra choir and show choir. ing at Mercyhurst College. said Sones. “I was senior vice president of Sophomore dance major, Sones recalled the moment he our student government, drum Trevor Sones can sing, entertain found out he won overall best major in our marching band and and dance. dancer, the highest award given the choreographer for our show Sones recently won Overall at the competition. choir.” Best Dancer at the Millie Lewis “All the competitors were Sones said he never learned American Model and Talent together at a big banquet the how to choreograph. Competition in Orlando, Fla. fi nal day of the competition,” said “I guess I taught myself,” Sones During the summer of 2007, Sones. “My name was called fi rst said. he clinched an open audition for and I was shocked. My face was He recently displayed his cho- Kim Meyers Applause Interna- gleaming - it was really a dream reographing skills in Mercyhurst’s tional at the Millcreek Mall, which come true.” student-run production, “Seussi- allowed him to advance to the “So many girls I competed cal” because he generated all the Orlando competition. against had phenomenal tech- dance movements himself. “The Millie Lewis competition nique,” said Sones. “I was in “At points it was hard because was the week of Jan. 1 through shock.” I ran out of ideas,” said Sones. Jan. 7 at the Gaylord Palms A trophy and a cash prize of “I improved many dance moves, Resort,” said Sones. “I competed $200.00 were awarded to Sones. but I think it came out well in against about 35 to 40 girls and He credits Mercyhurst’s dance the end.” guys.” department for helping him attain Working with Sones through- “I auditioned in singing, danc- this award. out the production of “Seussical” ing and commercial at the com- “Before I came to Mercyhurst, was director, Kara Stadelman. petition,” said Sones. “For the I did not have much technique in Stadelman said working with commercial segment, I was the ballet,” said Sones. “The profes- Sones for the musical was a won- talent in a 30-second Kellogg’s sors here definitely helped me derful experience. Corn Flake commercial.” improve a lot.” “He was always so prepared During the competition, Sones Relatively new to the dancing and was able to think up of things said he received four call backs: world, Sones has had only fi ve right on the spot,” she said. Contributed photo “‘Seussical’ was a very high Sophomore dance major Trevor Sones excels in and out of energy show and needed chore- Mercyhurst’s Dance Department. ography to match that. Luckily, Are you good with he went above and beyond what of energy.” tion, at the Civic Light Opera I even expected the choreography Dance Chair Tauna Hunter in Pittsburgh for three summer money? to be,” Stadelman said. said, “He is fabulous, talented, musicals. Jess Ciccone, a junior ensemble ambitious and great to work “I’m going to audition for the member of “Seussical,” agreed. with.” musicals ‘West Side Story,’ ‘Peter Interested in marketing “Trevor is very fun and ener- “I think he is going to go all the Pan’ and ‘Smokey Joe’s Café.’” and advertisement? getic. As a choreographer, he was way to Broadway,” said Hunter. “I Sones will dance and cho- able to adapt the dancing to each fully expect to see him there.” reograph again in Mercyhurst’s person’s abilities.” However Sones’ career plans upcoming dance department Apply for the 2008-09 “He was very patient with the are to start small. shows, “Raw Edges X” and advertising manager less talented of us,” Ciccone “I hope to start working at “Sleeping Beauty.” said. theme parks or cruise ships and “In ‘Raw Edges,’ I choreo- position at the Mercid. Sones enjoyed choreographing then eventually go to New York graphed a dance for a piece “Seussical” and plans to choreo- City,” he said. “My ultimate goal entitled, ‘Nightmares,’ which is To apply or for more information graph next year’s musical as well. is to perform on Broadway, but my dance interpretation of a contact Casey Greene at “It was so fun working with along the way I want to try out night mare.” students my own age,” said Sones. for the show, So You Think You “I am also going to audition [email protected]. “I was able to relate to them Can Dance?” for the character Puss ‘n’ Boots in easily and they gave me a lot Sones said he will be audi- ‘Sleeping Beauty,’” Sones said. PAGE 8 NEWS Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 NEWS PAGE 9 Dance major aims for Broadway Number of reps. decrease with vote two from casting directors, one years of dance experience. Continued from MSG on Page 2 tina Coovert said the cut is dras- sion committee and MSG event By Liz Maier from a manager and one from He was very active in his high tic but necessary. committee. Staff writer an agent. school’s student government, The student body will now “We have a lot of people on The mission committee will “All of my call backs were drama department, marching elect two senators from the fi ve MSG not doing work,” she said. be responsible for coordinat- Watch out Broadway, a star has representatives from New York band, cheerleading squad, orches- academic schools to total 10 “We wasted a lot of time this ing “… activities and events to been born and he is already shin- City-based dance companies,” tra choir and show choir. senators, according to the con- year with internal issues because promote diversity on and off ing at Mercyhurst College. said Sones. “I was senior vice president of stitutional changes document of the number of representatives the campus in cooperation with Sophomore dance major, Sones recalled the moment he our student government, drum made available to representatives we have.” other RSCOs and college enti- Trevor Sones can sing, entertain found out he won overall best major in our marching band and at Monday’s meeting. The new structure in the ties,” states the document. and dance. dancer, the highest award given the choreographer for our show The constitutional changes executive branch of MSG also The MSG event committee is Sones recently won Overall at the competition. choir.” document also states the body adds two positions: MSG event responsible for events held by the Best Dancer at the Millie Lewis “All the competitors were Sones said he never learned would elect three senators from coordinator and a public rela- student government and would American Model and Talent together at a big banquet the how to choreograph. each of the four classes. tions coordinator, in addition to incorporate the current senior Competition in Orlando, Fla. fi nal day of the competition,” said “I guess I taught myself,” Sones Mercyhurst Student Govern- the current president, vice presi- issues committee. The commit- During the summer of 2007, Sones. “My name was called fi rst said. ment Vice President Mihailo dent, secretary and treasurer. tee, according to the document, he clinched an open audition for and I was shocked. My face was He recently displayed his cho- Jovanovic, a junior, said the Under the new structure, the will also serve as assistants to the Kim Meyers Applause Interna- gleaming - it was really a dream reographing skills in Mercyhurst’s change will allow those who seven would make up the execu- MSG event coordinator. tional at the Millcreek Mall, which come true.” student-run production, “Seussi- really care for MSG to be pres- tive board. MSG will keep the residence allowed him to advance to the “So many girls I competed cal” because he generated all the ent. The event coordinator, accord- life, constitutional revisions, Scoot Williams photo Orlando competition. against had phenomenal tech- dance movements himself. “The whole reason why we ing to constitutional changes budget and finance, college MSG representative senior Kyle Scully is one of many “The Millie Lewis competition nique,” said Sones. “I was in “At points it was hard because did this was to focus less on document, would work with the service and facilities use and members who questioned the change to the constitution. was the week of Jan. 1 through shock.” I ran out of ideas,” said Sones. internal issues and more on stu- student union offi ce and SAC publicity committees. Jan. 7 at the Gaylord Palms A trophy and a cash prize of “I improved many dance moves, dent needs,” he said. “By having to coordinate events such as SAC will also see a change “By having MSG and SAC sit the representatives and execu- Resort,” said Sones. “I competed $200.00 were awarded to Sones. but I think it came out well in a smaller and more effective homecoming and the annual tree under the new structure. The between each other allows dif- tive board will affect scholar- against about 35 to 40 girls and He credits Mercyhurst’s dance the end.” number of representatives, we lighting ceremony. document states no student can ferent views.” ships, but were not discussed at guys.” department for helping him attain Working with Sones through- can do this.” The MSG public relations be a member of SAC and act as Coovert said the change is for Monday’s meeting. “I auditioned in singing, danc- this award. out the production of “Seussical” Freshman representative coordinator would act as the a senator on MSG. This differs the better as based on experi- “Right now, scholarships are ing and commercial at the com- “Before I came to Mercyhurst, was director, Kara Stadelman. Sarah Heuer said the change is offi cial spokesperson for student from the current structure that ence. not part of the constitution and petition,” said Sones. “For the I did not have much technique in Stadelman said working with too soon. government and would serve allows students to participate in “I feel like last year I was were not voted upon,” he said. commercial segment, I was the ballet,” said Sones. “The profes- Sones for the musical was a won- “I understand why we’re as a liaison between MSG and both organizations. stretched thin being on both Elections for the executive talent in a 30-second Kellogg’s sors here definitely helped me derful experience. reducing it (the number),” she the Merciad, according to the Sophomore representative MSG and SAC,” she said. board, under the new changes, Corn Flake commercial.” improve a lot.” “He was always so prepared said. “But my concern is, is this document. Dinorah Sanchez said the change “There’s a ton of things I worked will take place the last week During the competition, Sones Relatively new to the dancing and was able to think up of things in the best interest of the student The new structure will also could be costly. on last year that went unnoticed in March. Elections for MSG said he received four call backs: world, Sones has had only fi ve right on the spot,” she said. Contributed photo body?” include the creation of two new “Having people on both really because I was on both.” senators will occur the third week “‘Seussical’ was a very high Sophomore dance major Trevor Sones excels in and out of MSG Treasurer junior Chris- MSG committees: The mis- links between the two,” she said. Jovanovic said the change of of April. energy show and needed chore- Mercyhurst’s Dance Department. ography to match that. Luckily, Are you good with he went above and beyond what of energy.” tion, at the Civic Light Opera I even expected the choreography Dance Chair Tauna Hunter in Pittsburgh for three summer REC unsettled by maintance concern money? to be,” Stadelman said. said, “He is fabulous, talented, musicals. Jess Ciccone, a junior ensemble ambitious and great to work “I’m going to audition for the the smell of gas was sheesh,” a heater in the REC. member of “Seussical,” agreed. with.” musicals ‘West Side Story,’ ‘Peter By Ashley Pastor said Herman. Mercyhurst College Assistant Staff writer Interested in marketing “Trevor is very fun and ener- “I think he is going to go all the Pan’ and ‘Smokey Joe’s Café.’” Maintenance and police and Vice President of Student Life and advertisement? getic. As a choreographer, he was way to Broadway,” said Hunter. “I Sones will dance and cho- safety were called to the scene and Director of Residence Life able to adapt the dancing to each fully expect to see him there.” reograph again in Mercyhurst’s Students in the Mercyhurst around 4 p.m. Laura Zirkle said the problem person’s abilities.” However Sones’ career plans upcoming dance department College REC smelled more Offi cers who responded said was found and the scene cleared Apply for the 2008-09 “He was very patient with the are to start small. shows, “Raw Edges X” and than just body odor Tuesday they fi rst thought it was a gas leak by National Fuel. advertising manager less talented of us,” Ciccone “I hope to start working at “Sleeping Beauty.” afternoon. of some sort. “The exhaust fan (of a heater) said. theme parks or cruise ships and “In ‘Raw Edges,’ I choreo- Director of the Mercyhurst “I noticed that the smell was in the gym was blowing the position at the Mercid. Sones enjoyed choreographing then eventually go to New York graphed a dance for a piece Athletic Center Tom Herman said the strongest at the rear entrance exhaust back into the building,” “Seussical” and plans to choreo- City,” he said. “My ultimate goal entitled, ‘Nightmares,’ which is he smelled natural gas in the REC of the gym,” said Herman. said Zirkle. To apply or for more information graph next year’s musical as well. is to perform on Broadway, but my dance interpretation of a and called maintenance around Maintenence crews were on the She said this was due to high contact Casey Greene at “It was so fun working with along the way I want to try out night mare.” 3:45 p.m. scene for 45 minutes looking for winds. students my own age,” said Sones. for the show, So You Think You “I am also going to audition Scoot Williams photo “I left my offi ce to go across the source. The REC was not evacuated or [email protected]. “I was able to relate to them Can Dance?” for the character Puss ‘n’ Boots in A worker from National Fuel inspects areas for a gas source campus, and when I walked A National Fuel worker on the closed because of the incident. easily and they gave me a lot Sones said he will be audi- ‘Sleeping Beauty,’” Sones said. in the REC on Feb. 5. The cause was traced back to a heater. out and then came back and scene said the problem was with No injuries were reported. PAGE 10 NEWS Feb. 6, 2008 New position benefi ts students Coordinator position to help students transfer between ’Hurst campuses

and was named Person of the how to develop the new recruit- By Sarah Gerard Year by the Pennsylvania State ing program. Contributing writer Constables Association, also in “Ideally I would like to recruit 2002. Mercyhurst Erie students to in- Mercyhurst College created Some of the responsibili- teract with the Mercyhurst North the new position of internal ties of Williams’ new position East students in their respective transfer coordinator in order to will include assisting traditional areas of study,” she said. assist students from Mercyhurst and adult students at MNE, “Any new student can relate North East (MNE) in the trans- and eventually at the West and to feeling overwhelmed in a new ferring process to the Mercyhurst Corry campuses, who wish to environment as they launch their Erie campus. transfer to the Erie campus academic year. The Erie students Shirley Williams, a 25-year after completing their degrees, can help make the North East employee of Mercyhurst Col- developing relationships with students feel welcome and ease lege was appointed to the new higher education transfer part- the angst created by the transi- position. ners to assist students with the tion and transfer process,” Wil- Williams will report to Dr. transfer process and to strive liams said. Michael Lyden, vice president of to make students aware of the Mercyhurst Erie students enrollment. Dean’s Achievement Scholar- would be happy to help MNE “I have been at Mercyhurst ships offered through Mercy- students adjust to life on the College for over 25 years and hurst. main campus. have established and main- Williams will balance the re- Junior Megan Farber thinks it tained effective and cooperative sponsibilities of both her new is a great idea to get Mercyhurst working relationships with exter- position and her current position Erie students involved in the nal partners, internal staff as well as project administrator of the transition process. as students,” Williams said. Mercyhurst College Public Safety “If these students needed help Williams has held many Institute. as to how to make the transition positions at Mercyhurst, which Williams is ready to take on the and what Mercyhurst student life include executive assistant for duties of her new job. is all about on the main campus, Contributed photo the department of criminal “I see a dual role here since maybe shadowing someone in Shirley Williams, a 25-year employee of Mercyhurst, was justice and administration of we have a strong criminal justice their major would be really ben- recently appointed to the new position of internal transfer justice graduate program at concentration at MNE and many eficial for them,” Farber said. coordinator. the Erie campus, organizing of these students are interested “They would not learn about the the annual criminal justice in the courses offered at the school, classes and student life, services available at the library, new position of internal transfer conference and awards lun- Institute,” Williams said. but they would make at least one the bookstore, health center, and coordinator would be a benefi cial cheon for over 20 years, director “At the Institute, I am respon- friend right off the bat.” the onecard offi ce. resource for transfer students of the Pennsylvania state con- sible for marketing and recruit- Senior Lisa Lanza thinks it She also said that Williams’ from MNE. stables’ training and education ing efforts for the Municipal would be great if Mercyhurst program for 10 years, instructor Police Training Academy, as Erie students mentored the of professional responsibility well as the administration and transferring students from class at Mercyhurst North East management of educational Mercyhurst North East. and project administrator for programs.” “For students coming from the public safety institute. Williams plans to use many North East, it would help them Apply for the 2008-09 Williams has also been actively resources to recruit the stu- to have someone to mentor them involved in community wellness dents to the Mercyhurst Erie to adapt to the new campus,” web editor programs such as Safenet Do- campus. Lanza said. “Even though the position at the Mercid. mestic Violence, DWI Education “I will utilize the web as well Erie campus is not as large as and Terrorism Awareness and as our marketing, public relations other campuses, it is a lot bigger To apply or for more information Prevention. and media services” Williams. than Northeast. When I first She was honored as one of the said. came here it was hard to fi nd contact Casey Greene at Mercy Center for Women’s 2006 Williams is working actively my way around even though it’s [email protected]. Women of the Year, received the with faculty advisors, student a small campus.” Erie County Bar Association’s organizations and college admin- Lanza also said that it would be Liberty Bell Award in 2002 istrators to receive their input on nice to show them the different PAGE 10 NEWS Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 FEATURES PAGE 11 New position benefi ts students Popular lingo: Funny or confusing He said during the movie he wilderness of adolescence and even realize.” no trouble distinguishing the Coordinator position to help students transfer between ’Hurst campuses By Carla Hart looked at his youngest daugh- young adulthood.” Simon agreed. difference between written Staff writer ter several times and asked, Communication instructor “As adults, we could all sit language used in an IM context and was named Person of the how to develop the new recruit- “Do you know what they’re Dennis Lebec spent his forma- around and come up with from written language used in By Sarah Gerard Year by the Pennsylvania State ing program. Communication continues to saying?” tive years during the untamed phrases used,” Simon said. an English paper, since the lan- Contributing writer Constables Association, also in “Ideally I would like to recruit expand, maybe faster than rock She laughed when he said, “I 1960s. “Language evolves. T here’s guage is meant for their peers. 2002. Mercyhurst Erie students to in- and roll, rap and possibly even think I missed something.” He said during that time, soci- nothing wrong with that as long “Writing in that context is Mercyhurst College created Some of the responsibili- teract with the Mercyhurst North the Beatles. It is not surprising that “for ety went from an adult culture as it doesn’t impede the ability another form of speech and is the new position of internal ties of Williams’ new position East students in their respective According to published shiz,” is a phrase Simon did to a youth culture. to speak and write properly meant to communicate all the transfer coordinator in order to will include assisting traditional areas of study,” she said. reports in the Erie-Times not know. Lebec compared advances when necessary.” shared-in-group identity factors assist students from Mercyhurst and adult students at MNE, “Any new student can relate News, experts agree that the English professor Dr. Joanne in communication today with With the prevalent use of as speech does,” she said. North East (MNE) in the trans- and eventually at the West and to feeling overwhelmed in a new “advances in communication, McGurk explained that much the 60s. technology, educators may Freshman Ryan Lanzel grew ferring process to the Mercyhurst Corry campuses, who wish to environment as they launch their including wide-ranging use of of what we consider “slang” “The world literally went question students’ ability to up in a rural Pennsylvania Erie campus. transfer to the Erie campus academic year. The Erie students computers, cell phones and consists of terms that date us from black-and-white to color disconnect. town and misunderstood terms Shirley Williams, a 25-year after completing their degrees, can help make the North East television have sped up the to a particular era. and we broke out of formali- Widespread use of the IM shared by his peers at Mercy- employee of Mercyhurst Col- developing relationships with students feel welcome and ease intermingling of language and “Whether we say an interest- ties,” said Lebec. “If someone language, which includes using hurst. lege was appointed to the new higher education transfer part- the angst created by the transi- culture.” ing man is a ‘hep cat,’ ‘righteous was sealed away and frozen numbers and misspelling words, “I was thinking about taking position. ners to assist students with the tion and transfer process,” Wil- Father S. Simon, assistant dude,’ or a ‘player president’ is for 10 years then brought back such as “ur” for your or you’re, an art class for spring term Williams will report to Dr. transfer process and to strive liams said. professor of world languages largely a function of our age,” at the end of the decade, they may become routine and stu- and my friend referred to the Michael Lyden, vice president of to make students aware of the Mercyhurst Erie students and cultures at Mercyhurst McGurk said. “Each genera- wouldn’t believe the changes dents may neglect proper gram- teacher and said, ‘He’s sick!’ enrollment. Dean’s Achievement Scholar- would be happy to help MNE College heard slang that was tion skillfully carves out its own in society. I think technology mar, usage and etiquette. which actually means he’s awe- “I have been at Mercyhurst ships offered through Mercy- students adjust to life on the unfamiliar in “Juno.” linguistic path in the untamed is changing us more than we McGurk said students have some.” College for over 25 years and hurst. main campus. have established and main- Williams will balance the re- Junior Megan Farber thinks it tained effective and cooperative sponsibilities of both her new is a great idea to get Mercyhurst working relationships with exter- position and her current position Erie students involved in the nal partners, internal staff as well as project administrator of the transition process. as students,” Williams said. Mercyhurst College Public Safety “If these students needed help Williams has held many Institute. as to how to make the transition positions at Mercyhurst, which Williams is ready to take on the and what Mercyhurst student life include executive assistant for duties of her new job. is all about on the main campus, Contributed photo CASH FOR BOOKS the department of criminal “I see a dual role here since maybe shadowing someone in Shirley Williams, a 25-year employee of Mercyhurst, was justice and administration of we have a strong criminal justice their major would be really ben- recently appointed to the new position of internal transfer justice graduate program at concentration at MNE and many eficial for them,” Farber said. coordinator. Sell them back at the the Erie campus, organizing of these students are interested “They would not learn about the the annual criminal justice in the courses offered at the school, classes and student life, services available at the library, new position of internal transfer conference and awards lun- Institute,” Williams said. but they would make at least one the bookstore, health center, and coordinator would be a benefi cial MERCYHURST COLLEGE cheon for over 20 years, director “At the Institute, I am respon- friend right off the bat.” the onecard offi ce. resource for transfer students of the Pennsylvania state con- sible for marketing and recruit- Senior Lisa Lanza thinks it She also said that Williams’ from MNE. stables’ training and education ing efforts for the Municipal would be great if Mercyhurst BOOKSTORE program for 10 years, instructor Police Training Academy, as Erie students mentored the of professional responsibility well as the administration and transferring students from class at Mercyhurst North East management of educational Mercyhurst North East. In a safe environment and project administrator for programs.” “For students coming from the public safety institute. Williams plans to use many North East, it would help them Apply for the 2008-09 Williams has also been actively resources to recruit the stu- to have someone to mentor them web editor WE PAY THE MOST FOR YOUR BOOKS! involved in community wellness dents to the Mercyhurst Erie to adapt to the new campus,” th programs such as Safenet Do- campus. Lanza said. “Even though the position at the Mercid. February 18th thru 20 mestic Violence, DWI Education “I will utilize the web as well Erie campus is not as large as and Terrorism Awareness and as our marketing, public relations other campuses, it is a lot bigger To apply or for more information Prevention. and media services” Williams. than Northeast. When I first (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) She was honored as one of the said. came here it was hard to fi nd contact Casey Greene at Mercy Center for Women’s 2006 Williams is working actively my way around even though it’s [email protected]. Women of the Year, received the with faculty advisors, student a small campus.” 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Erie County Bar Association’s organizations and college admin- Lanza also said that it would be Liberty Bell Award in 2002 istrators to receive their input on nice to show them the different PAGE 12 FEATURES Feb. 6, 2008 The couch potato’s guide to exercise pumping. There is no need to watch a By Allie Miniri Learn to think about choic- favorite program on the couch Staff writer es and how they will affect when it can be done on the health. treadmill. It can be diffi cult, especially “A great way for students to But for those who have been in the winter, to get motivated get motivated and stay moti- out of the exercise loop for to go to the gym when students vated is to utilize a personal awhile and not ready to hit the are not athletes or do not in- trainer or the Strength and gym just yet, there are tips that clude working out in their daily Conditioning Services offered are worthwhile that do not in- schedules. by the Sports Medicine depart- clude going to the gym. Seniors Kyle Craig and Ma- ment,” said Craig. Walk to classes and places rissa Starin are both Sports Starin agreed. nearby like CVS. Bring back a Medicine majors and agree “The Strength and Condition- bicycle after spring break. on ways that even the laziest ing Program in the recreation Not only can students get a lot people can get started on a complex is a great way to get of exercise, but biking instead work out. moving this winter and spring,” of driving is much better for “With all of the so called ‘diet she said. “The program is run the environment by decreasing miracles’ out there, it is very by Sports Medicine majors that pollutants into the air. easy for students to get frus- have been trained to recognize Some other easy ways to trated with losing weight,” said ineffective and unsafe exercise get healthy through exercise lonerangersaddleclub.org Craig. “It is very important for techniques. T herefore they include joining an intramural Couch potatoes often require more motivation to begin students to know that it’s much exercising and get healthy. can set up a personal exercise team or taking free classes of- easier to get motivated and stay program specifi c to your needs, fered by the Rec Center. motivated by taking it one small whether it is weight loss, muscle Most importantly, however, step at a time.” workout partner. that your day doesn’t become gain or cardiovascular health.” students should remember that The fi rst thing before exer- Students should fi t a work- too busy and you forget.” Trainers are easy to spot. the fi rst step to getting healthy cising regularly can become a out routine into their daily Second, get healthy. Look for them wearing green and busting laziness is to work reality is getting motivated. schedules. Not many college students polos at the entrance to the Fit- out in moderation. Common methods can be “Don’t just say you will go to understand the effects of what ness Center. “Don’t try to do too much at as simple as buying a new pair the gym sometime that day,” they are eating or drinking. While at the gym, bring some once because it’s next to impos- of shoes or a water bottle, or said Starin. “Say when. Make Exercise helps strengthen music, or utilize the new televi- sible to completely change bad bringing a friend as a steady a time slot for working out so the heart and keeps blood sions put in by MSG this year. habits too quickly,” said Craig. Students fi nd creative ways to stretch their dollar

prices to fi fty-cent wells.” before they will be featured. accounts hurting after the NEED MATH By Shannon Kelley Many students go out on “I know what the good deals holidays, it is hard to turn and Staff writer the nights when these specials seem like,” Flores added. “ I look forward to a possible HELP?? are featured, which are usu- like soup a lot and Giant Eagle spring break. Whether it’s clipping cou- ally Wednesday and Thursday usually has eight cans for 10 “My roommates and I made pons, going out for drink spe- nights and throughout the dollars.” our spring break plans early and Come to the cials, or shopping for clothes at weekend. When money is not plush, the saved about $300,” said senior bargain prices, college students When it comes to food shop- ever-fl ashing sale signs can be a Cassi Meier. Math Lab today know how to cut corners ping, students find that it is major draw for students strug- When your cash fl ow is not when it comes to their precious more about where you shop, gling to stretch a dollar. consistent it is important to Located in the dollars. then what you actually pick It is all about how you save balance, balance, balance. Drink specials at local Erie up. your money and end up spend- Many college students have Library 304 A & B bars attract many Mercyhurst “I shop at Aldi’s, and think ing it. trouble from time to time with students. I get so much more food for Eating out a lot adds up, so money. Sunday-Thursday “I go out when many of the much less money than even at many students fi nd that tak- There are never-ending jokes bars have their specials,” said Wal-Mart,” said senior Ashley ing advantage of eating at the about broke college students, For Exact senior Kristin Drake. “At the Flores. cafeteria or grocery shopping but it is all about how students Hours Call Cornerstone and the Plymouth, The grocery stores usually helps out. spend the little money they do they range from half-off drink send out their specials a week With many students’ bank have. Ext: 2078 PAGE 12 FEATURES Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 FEATURES PAGE 13

The couch potato’s guide to exercise THE LAKER Debunking pumping. There is no need to watch a Winter Term By Allie Miniri Learn to think about choic- favorite program on the couch Staff writer es and how they will affect when it can be done on the Galley Grill college myths health. treadmill. It can be diffi cult, especially “A great way for students to But for those who have been Lunch: Dinner: Another one of the most in the winter, to get motivated get motivated and stay moti- out of the exercise loop for By Carly Lyons common college myths is the M - Ham and Cheese on S - Laker Burger Staff writer to go to the gym when students vated is to utilize a personal awhile and not ready to hit the belief that since the attendance M - Steak Salad are not athletes or do not in- trainer or the Strength and gym just yet, there are tips that Croissant policies of professors varies, clude working out in their daily Conditioning Services offered are worthwhile that do not in- T - Soft Tacos T - Open Face Turkey Sandwich Excitement, anticipation, fear, one can skip class or not even schedules. by the Sports Medicine depart- clude going to the gym. W - Potato Bowl W - Slice Of Pizza, 5 Wings nervousness and freedom. pay attention in class and still Seniors Kyle Craig and Ma- ment,” said Craig. Walk to classes and places Th - Turkey Reuben Th - Swedish Meatballs w/ Noodles All of these are emotions that pass. rissa Starin are both Sports Starin agreed. nearby like CVS. Bring back a F - Sizzle Salad F - Chicken and Biscuits students can remember feeling Many classes in college focus Medicine majors and agree “The Strength and Condition- bicycle after spring break. S - Southwest Burger S - Cup of Chili w/ Cheese, Side of when they began their first primarily on class lectures and on ways that even the laziest ing Program in the recreation Not only can students get a lot Nacho Chips term at Mercyhurst College. discussions, which often do people can get started on a Many students were most complex is a great way to get of exercise, but biking instead Board Specials not include material printed in work out. moving this winter and spring,” of driving is much better for Hours of Operation: likely not only excited to fi nally textbooks. “With all of the so called ‘diet she said. “The program is run the environment by decreasing Lunch $4.75 go off to college, but also anx- Many professors do take miracles’ out there, it is very by Sports Medicine majors that pollutants into the air. Dinner $5.50 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m. ious, anticipating meeting new attendance, and missing class easy for students to get frus- have been trained to recognize Some other easy ways to Saturday 1:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. people, taking different classes not only looks bad on your trated with losing weight,” said ineffective and unsafe exercise get healthy through exercise and getting used to the college record, but will also hurt your lonerangersaddleclub.org Sunday 5:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. Craig. “It is very important for techniques. T herefore they include joining an intramural atmosphere. grade. Couch potatoes often require more motivation to begin Look for New Menu Items! students to know that it’s much exercising and get healthy. can set up a personal exercise team or taking free classes of- Although beginning college “From all the movies about easier to get motivated and stay program specifi c to your needs, fered by the Rec Center. Mac & Cheese Bites Black Bean Burger includes many of the afore- college, it seems that college motivated by taking it one small whether it is weight loss, muscle Most importantly, however, New Salads: mentioned feelings, it also is just about partying and no step at a time.” workout partner. that your day doesn’t become gain or cardiovascular health.” students should remember that Chicken BLT-Veggie(no cheese)-Spinach-Asian Chicken- eventually leads to students studying, but that’s obviously The fi rst thing before exer- Students should fi t a work- too busy and you forget.” Trainers are easy to spot. the fi rst step to getting healthy Greek-Caesar discovering the truth behind not the truth,” said freshman cising regularly can become a out routine into their daily Second, get healthy. Look for them wearing green and busting laziness is to work common college myths that Katie Gondek. reality is getting motivated. schedules. Not many college students polos at the entrance to the Fit- out in moderation. seem to spread not only across A common college myth that Common methods can be “Don’t just say you will go to understand the effects of what ness Center. “Don’t try to do too much at Subconnection Mercyhurst’s campus, but students at Mercyhurst have as simple as buying a new pair While at the gym, bring some once because it’s next to impos- across college and university come to realize revolves around the gym sometime that day,” they are eating or drinking. 6” Sub $3.75 Combo $4.75 Special Features of shoes or a water bottle, or music, or utilize the new televi- sible to completely change bad campuses all across the United scheduling. said Starin. “Say when. Make Exercise helps strengthen Wrap combo-Veggie $5.59 bringing a friend as a steady a time slot for working out so the heart and keeps blood sions put in by MSG this year. habits too quickly,” said Craig. 12”Sub $5.75 Combo $6.75 States. Many students mistakingly other wraps $5.79 One of the most common believe that they can sleep in college myths is the belief that all morning, take one or two Baja and Buffalo Chicken Subs: ‘Wrap It Yourself’- Veggie $3.99 college life is just like the real classes in the afternoon and other wraps $ 4.19 Students fi nd creative ways to stretch their dollar 6” Sub $4.00 Combo $5.25 world. then go right back to sleep or NEED MATH 12” Sub $6.00 Combo $ 7.00 Hours of Operation: Although college life is a bit having fun. prices to fi fty-cent wells.” before they will be featured. accounts hurting after the Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m. different from the regimented It is not uncommon for a By Shannon Kelley Many students go out on “I know what the good deals holidays, it is hard to turn and schedule of high school classes student to take multiple 8 a.m. Staff writer the nights when these specials seem like,” Flores added. “ I look forward to a possible HELP?? Saturday 1:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. and teenage drama, it is still classes or even take multiple are featured, which are usu- like soup a lot and Giant Eagle spring break. Sunday 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. a few layers short of the real night classes in order to get Whether it’s clipping cou- ally Wednesday and Thursday usually has eight cans for 10 “My roommates and I made world. the required classes needed for pons, going out for drink spe- nights and throughout the dollars.” our spring break plans early and Come to the In college students have the graduation. cials, or shopping for clothes at weekend. When money is not plush, the saved about $300,” said senior opportunity to experience “A common misconception bargain prices, college students When it comes to food shop- ever-fl ashing sale signs can be a Cassi Meier. Math Lab Laker Express different subjects by taking a that I have run into is that today know how to cut corners ping, students find that it is major draw for students strug- When your cash fl ow is not Board Equivalency Available: Look for Laker Express variety of classes, along with there is always something to when it comes to their precious more about where you shop, gling to stretch a dollar. consistent it is important to Located in the the opportunity to travel, study do, which, most of the time, dollars. then what you actually pick It is all about how you save balance, balance, balance. 11:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Minute Meals! abroad and try out various jobs especially at a small school, Drink specials at local Erie up. your money and end up spend- Many college students have Library 304 A & B and internships. there isn’t,” said freshman bars attract many Mercyhurst “I shop at Aldi’s, and think ing it. trouble from time to time with Board Specials Hours of Operation: While in the real world, young Alyssa Magone. “Another one students. I get so much more food for Eating out a lot adds up, so money. Sunday-Thursday Lunch $4.75 Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. people may not have the oppor- would be that college is better “I go out when many of the much less money than even at many students fi nd that tak- There are never-ending jokes tunity to travel due to the fact than high school. In some ways bars have their specials,” said Wal-Mart,” said senior Ashley ing advantage of eating at the about broke college students, For Exact Dinner $5.50 Friday 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. that the majority of college it is, but you’re also away from senior Kristin Drake. “At the Flores. cafeteria or grocery shopping but it is all about how students Hours Call Saturday & Sunday Closed graduates need to find jobs your friends and loved ones, Cornerstone and the Plymouth, The grocery stores usually helps out. spend the little money they do pretty quickly in order to sur- which makes college harder they range from half-off drink send out their specials a week With many students’ bank have. Ext: 2078 vive. sometimes.” PAGE 14 FEATURES Feb. 6, 2008 Food Fix I With Meg

This week, I was thinking pancakes to suggest something ERI about my article when I heard different. my roommate preparing herself However you can always try for her weekly Sunday breakfast regular pancakes with fruit on of pancakes and sausage. top or even mix the fruit in Contributed photo This is a great tradition to depending on your tastes. Romolo Chocolates has a romantic environment for guests. have because the weekends are Make them however you the only time busy students please, but always remember are able to slow down before to take the time to start your Valentine romance at Romolo getting back to homework or day off right with a healthy is still tasted today thanks to his menu while keeping in touch cleaning the apartment. breakfast no matter what you By Shelley Turk grandson Tony, who became with long-distance friends. Pancakes are a breakfast fa- create. Staff writer owner and master confectioner Senior Emily Forish says vorite so I thought that I would in 1993. that she usually gets Romolo change it up and try banana -Meghan Dolney Looking for a romantic get- In addition to the chocolate for Easter from friends and away this Valentine’s Day? shop, Romolo has added the family. A place where you and that Cocoa Café. Senior Nathan Moore loves Banana Pancakes special someone can indulge in “Everything compliments supporting the local business. chocolate and quality time? chocolate here at the Café,” “The chocolate is always If this sounds like a perfect Tony said. fresh and tastes incredible,” treat than stop in to Romolo By using Romolo’s ingredi- he said. Ingredients Chocolates, located at 1525 W. ents in every bite, the Cocoa Take your Valentine for a 8th St. across from Frontier Café brings daily guests and special treat at Romolo Cocoa 1 cup all-purpose fl our Park. loyal customers. Café and they will be begging 1 tablespoon baking powder Romolo was an Italian who Signature cocoa, high stan- you to take them back. immigrated to New York and dard coffees, espresso, teas, Cocoa Café is open Monday 2 teaspoons sugar found himself working as an pastries and more make for through Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 teaspoon salt apprentice for multiple choco- a delicious and intimate café 8 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. 1 1/4 cups milk latiers. experience. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 10 Romolo started his own en- The relaxing atmosphere and a.m. to 5 p.m. 1 egg deavor in Erie in 1926 and the free wireless Internet make it a Visit www.romolochocolates. 2 bananas, chopped spirit and passion for chocolate great place to try items on the com for more information. Directions Get to know... 1.) Combine flour, backing powder, Name: Andrew N. Finkel sugar and salt in a bowl. Whisk in 1 1/8 Year: Senior cups milk and egg, whisking until mixture Major: Computer Systems is blended. Hometown: Rochester, NY 2.) Stir in banana. Favorite thing about Mercyhurst: The beauti- 3.) Pour pancake batter onto the hot, ful Erie sunsets. Least favorite: How long classes are, and how greased griddle depending on what size it costs two United States dollars to get into the pancakes you would like to make. Cook Stone. the pancakes for about 3 minutes on each Campus activities/interests: Senioritis. It’s a side or until they are golden brown. Andrew N. Finkel serious disease. PAGE 14 FEATURES Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 FEATURES PAGE 15 Swimwear gets creative for spring Food Fix and arrangements. orful prints was also seen this By Sandy Watro Senior Marissa Davitt is not season. Staff writer I completely sure about the The mixture of prints and With Meg monokini idea. solids has always been com- Mercyhurst College’s spring “I like the concept of the monplace. This week, I was thinking pancakes to suggest something break is quickly approaching, monkini,” she said. “But I Now prints are being mixed ERI about my article when I heard different. and thank God. think the fabric should be with other prints, creating a my roommate preparing herself However you can always try For all of you ladies going muted because the bathing suit unique and varied look within for her weekly Sunday breakfast regular pancakes with fruit on on that Mexican extravaganza speaks for itself.” a piece. of pancakes and sausage. top or even mix the fruit in or Caribbean cruise, you will Clearly this more risky style Salinas is one brand known Contributed photo This is a great tradition to depending on your tastes. clearly need a new bathing is made for the brave beach for its unique designs and Bra- Romolo Chocolates has a romantic environment for guests. have because the weekends are Make them however you suit. comber who looks to stand out zilian roots. the only time busy students please, but always remember Women’s styles for 2008 in a crowd. Tyra Banks’ famous Sports are able to slow down before to take the time to start your include more elaborately con- However the wearer must Illustrated swimsuit cover was Valentine romance at Romolo getting back to homework or day off right with a healthy structed one-pieces called take heed and precaution upon shot in a Salinas suit. is still tasted today thanks to his menu while keeping in touch cleaning the apartment. breakfast no matter what you monokini’s, colorfully printed purchase. Each piece of the suit costs By Shelley Turk grandson Tony, who became with long-distance friends. Pancakes are a breakfast fa- create. two pieces and other interesting The placement of certain around $60 or $70, which, sadly Staff writer owner and master confectioner Senior Emily Forish says vorite so I thought that I would embellishments. cut-outs aesthetically empha- so, is pretty average for a new in 1993. that she usually gets Romolo change it up and try banana -Meghan Dolney Monokinis are a new favorite, sizes specifi c areas of the body, piece of swimwear at popular Looking for a romantic get- In addition to the chocolate for Easter from friends and as they serve up a unique new unlike a traditional one or two- retailers today. away this Valentine’s Day? shop, Romolo has added the family. twist to swimwear. piece. Unique and creative embel- A place where you and that Cocoa Café. Senior Nathan Moore loves Banana Pancakes From the back they look like So, along with your SPF, pack lishments are also popular this special someone can indulge in “Everything compliments supporting the local business. the wearer is sporting a two some extra self confi dence in season. chocolate and quality time? chocolate here at the Café,” “The chocolate is always http://www.instyleswimwear.com piece, but from the front the your beach bag. Some designers are even If this sounds like a perfect Tony said. fresh and tastes incredible,” New “monokinis” feature cut-outs on the side. bathing suit is linearly designed In addition to the new suit hand painting designs onto treat than stop in to Romolo By using Romolo’s ingredi- he said. Ingredients with cut-outs in different shapes style, the proliferation of col- their suits to give a handmade, Chocolates, located at 1525 W. ents in every bite, the Cocoa Take your Valentine for a earthy look. 8th St. across from Frontier Café brings daily guests and special treat at Romolo Cocoa 1 cup all-purpose fl our Another popular brand with Park. loyal customers. Café and they will be begging 1 tablespoon baking powder celebrities and gurus alike is Romolo was an Italian who Signature cocoa, high stan- you to take them back. Vitamin A. immigrated to New York and dard coffees, espresso, teas, Cocoa Café is open Monday 2 teaspoons sugar The company has grown found himself working as an pastries and more make for through Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 teaspoon salt from four swimsuit designs apprentice for multiple choco- a delicious and intimate café 8 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. 1 1/4 cups milk in 2000 to a plethora of styles latiers. experience. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 10 and colors. Romolo started his own en- The relaxing atmosphere and a.m. to 5 p.m. 1 egg Their most popular suit has deavor in Erie in 1926 and the free wireless Internet make it a Visit www.romolochocolates. 2 bananas, chopped ultra low-rise bottoms that spirit and passion for chocolate great place to try items on the com for more information. feature a thin, three-inch ring on each side of the hips, some Directions with creative shapes. This usually unfl attering style Get to know... 1.) Combine flour, backing powder, is created with an ingenious twist, as the rings are made to Name: Andrew N. Finkel sugar and salt in a bowl. Whisk in 1 1/8 fi t and mold to the curves of Year: Senior cups milk and egg, whisking until mixture the female form. Major: Computer Systems is blended. “I like how this vintage- : Rochester, NY inspired style is resurfacing in Hometown 2.) Stir in banana. swimwear,” senior Lisa Myers Favorite thing about Mercyhurst: The beauti- 3.) Pour pancake batter onto the hot, said. “It’s something new and ful Erie sunsets. different.” Least favorite: How long classes are, and how greased griddle depending on what size These designers have made it costs two United States dollars to get into the pancakes you would like to make. Cook some interesting and creative choices this season in the swim- Stone. the pancakes for about 3 minutes on each wear category. Campus activities/interests: Senioritis. It’s a side or until they are golden brown. Moreover, let one remain Andrew N. Finkel serious disease. thankful that the thong has yet to resurface. PAGE 16 FEATURES Feb. 6, 2008 Valentine’s Day gift guide Instead of....

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New James Bond movie in works for November release be titled Quantum of Solace, Sophomore Erin Tracy is a to guess. with the plot of the movie; the By Chris James and will likely come to theaters fan of the Bond series. The villain, according to two will be alike in title only. Staff writer in November of this year. “I usually am not so fond of Craig, will be the threat behind Students at Mercyhurst Producer Barbara Broccoli sequels,” she said. “But the the threat in Casino Royale. will likely be excited for this A movie series that can go confi rmed that this movie will Bond movies are different. Another change to the fran- fi lm closer to the time of its on with steady popularity for be a continuation of Casino They just sort of exist, and you chise that could be either a release. four movies would normally Royale and will once again star can appreciate each story as good or a bad thing is that the “I loved Casino Royale,” be considered a successful fran- Daniel Craig as Bond. something different and new.” films have caught up to Ian Tracy said. “It wasn’t as gadget- chise, but one series has over 20 Producers and writers say that The idea of a sequel that will Fleming’s novels, off of which focused as the older ones, but movies that have maintained an it will pick up only seconds after be a continuation is something the fi lms were based. Casino it made up for it with amazing incredible popularity. Casino Royale’s ending. that writers will soon fi nd out Royale was the last one. cars. And who couldn’t love a If you were to ask anyone Usually Bond movies were if fans will appreciate. While the title Quantum of blonde Bond?” the identity of Agent 007, they made to have one complete Those interested in fi guring Solace comes from a short So, whether you go for the would likely respond quickly story in them and were able to out who the villain for the story in a book entitled For spy action, the cool toys or with James Bond. stand alone, but this is all a part newest Bond fi lm is will have Your Eyes Only, Forster has the actor, this movie will be The new movie in the James of bringing the movies up to to be patient, and Daniel Craig said that the plot of this short a must-see when November Bond franchise is expected to modern times. is giving very little for people story will have nothing to do comes around. PAGE 16 FEATURES Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT PAGE 17 Valentine’s Day gift guide tHe ‘Collage’ Recital showcases music faculty Hess is the Coordinator of Hess said. Brahms, Sergei Rachmaninoff By Kara Eltschlager the Faculty Recital Series. “I enjoy going to see them and Eric Ewazen. Contributing writer BuZz “I am in charge of recruiting because as student, I don’t really There is a little bit of some- Instead of.... faculty members to perform and have a chance to see my teachers thing for anyone and everyone The Department of Music scheduling the recitals through- perform. At the faculty recitals, interested in music. FEB. 22. Comedy. Larry faculty members will showcase out the years,” he said. we get to experience high-qual- This recital as it is known the Cable Guy. Tullio their talent in the Faculty “Col- Not only is the faculty involved ity music by those who teach today was restored in 2002 by Arena, Erie. lage” Recital. but there are students who will us every day,” said junior music music faculty member Sara There are several department work behind the scenes. education major Lisa Herring. Langmead, and the department FEB. 22. Erie Broad- members involved along with Sarah Pozderac, junior music The different types and styles plans to have it continue for way Series. “Dirty Rot- students who put together this major, designs the programs. of music offer something for years. ten Scoundrels.” $51.75, show. They include Geoffrey Sophomore music education everyone. Admission is free and open to $41.75, $31.75. Wands on clarinet, Anna Meyer major Ryan Walter and junior “Some of the works like the anyone interested. It is a great on fl ute, Kent Tucker on trom- music education major Joey ‘Berio’ and ‘Karg-Elert,’ will opportunity to see the skill and FEB. 23. Buckwheat bone, Nathan Hess on piano, Jablonski will run the sound be unaccompanied, meaning talent of the Mercyhurst fac- Zydeco. Reg Lenna Civic Women hate carnations. Regular teddys are boring.GBoxed chocolates are straight Pizza Hut is great, but not for ive Hallmark a break. Maureen Yuen on violin and booth. that the composer wrote them ulty. Center, Jamestown. N.Y. 1980s. Valentine’s Day. Faith Lifshen on piano. David “Various other music work for a solo instrument alone,” This showcase will take place Rose is a guess artist from study students work in the back- explained Dr. Hess. in Walker Recital Hall on Thurs- MARCH 1. George SUNY Fredonia who will be stage area and as ushers to come Other works include Wolf- day, Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. at 8 p.m. All Try... Strait, Little Big Town. playing viola. together to create the show,” gang Amadeus Mozart, Johannes students are invited. Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland. Baroque-inspired Rebel Switch of Cohens comes MARCH 1. The Chief- tains. Palace Theatre, Cleveland. to perform at Walker to Mercyhurst campus The program will showcase who played music from their MARCH 8. Disney’s By Jordan Zangaro fi ve performers: the amaz- By Megan O’Hare own country and I came to “High School Musical: Contributing writer Contributing writer ing Matthias Maute, who plays understand when a chart says The Ice Tour.” Mellon recorder and transverse fl ute; ‘Latin’ on top it means almost Arena, Pittsburgh. The Baroque-inspired music the remarkable Jorg-Michael As a change to the PAC’s reg- nothing. I was inspired to Roses are a classic “do.” Build-A-Bear allows creativity Customize your own Her- Create a home-cooked meal. Homemade cards from the group Rebel uses instruments Schwarz and Karen Marie ular season schedule, the Anat explore world music, starting MARCH 14. B.B. King. and personality. shey’s Kisses or M&Ms. heart mean so much more. true to the time created, captur- Marmer on violins; the inspired Cohen Jazz Quartet will replace with the music of South Amer- Warner Theatre, Erie. ing the sound and elements of John Moran, who plays cello the Avishai Cohen Jazz Trio. ica, in detail”. $58.50, $38.50. the original composers. and outstanding Dongsok Shin, Anat Cohen is one of the pri- Her debut CD, “Place and Named after the innova- on harpsichord. Their talents mary voices of her generation Time” won All About Jazz’s MARCH 15. K.D. Lang. tive French Baroque composer have been reviewed to be noth- on the tenor saxophone and “Best Debut Albums of 2005.” Center for the Arts, Uni- New James Bond movie in works for November release Jean-Frey Rebel (1666-1747), ing less than breathtakingly clarinet. Cohen mixes modern In August 2007, she was also versity of Buffalo. this fi ve-member ensemble was expressive. and traditional jazz with a hint awarded “Rising Clarinetist of be titled Quantum of Solace, Sophomore Erin Tracy is a to guess. with the plot of the movie; the hailed by The New York Times The Rebel Baroque Orchestra of Brazilian choro and sultry the Year.” By Chris James MARCH 18. Erie Broad- and will likely come to theaters fan of the Bond series. The villain, according to two will be alike in title only. as “sophisticated and beguiling” fi rst received wide recognition Argentine tango. Ben Ratliff of Cohen has performed at Staff writer way Series. Michael in November of this year. “I usually am not so fond of Craig, will be the threat behind Students at Mercyhurst and praised by The Los Angeles for its acclaimed performance The New York Times describes Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Flatley’s “Lord of the Producer Barbara Broccoli sequels,” she said. “But the the threat in Casino Royale. will likely be excited for this Times for its “astonishingly vital of Mozart’s “Requiem” with her tone as “clear and woody.” Center and will now perform Dance.” $49.75, $39.75, A movie series that can go confi rmed that this movie will Bond movies are different. Another change to the fran- fi lm closer to the time of its music-making” Trinity Choir, directed by Dr. Born in Tel Aviv, Israel, at the Walker Recital Hall on $29.75. on with steady popularity for be a continuation of Casino They just sort of exist, and you chise that could be either a release. Rebel has earned an impres- Owen Burdick and broadcast Cohen began studying clarinet Friday, Feb. 8, 2008 at 8 p.m. four movies would normally Royale and will once again star can appreciate each story as good or a bad thing is that the “I loved Casino Royale,” sive international reputation, nationally over National Public at age 12. Cohen went on to Tickets are $10 for Mercyhurst MARCH 25. Robin be considered a successful fran- Daniel Craig as Bond. something different and new.” films have caught up to Ian Tracy said. “It wasn’t as gadget- enchanting diverse audiences by Radio in September 2001, in matriculate at Berklee College College students with ID (one Trower. Tralf, Buffalo. chise, but one series has over 20 Producers and writers say that The idea of a sequel that will Fleming’s novels, off of which focused as the older ones, but its unique style and its virtuosic, addition to its annual perfor- of Music. ticket per ID). On sale now at Ticket- movies that have maintained an it will pick up only seconds after be a continuation is something the fi lms were based. Casino it made up for it with amazing highly expressive and provoca- mances of Handel’s “Messiah” “Berklee was crucial to my Cohen will also be making a master. incredible popularity. Casino Royale’s ending. that writers will soon fi nd out Royale was the last one. cars. And who couldn’t love a tive approach to the Rococo and the sacred choral works development as a musician,” special appearance to perform If you were to ask anyone Usually Bond movies were if fans will appreciate. While the title Quantum of blonde Bond?” and Baroque repertoire. of Haydn, broadcast live over Cohen said. for the students of the North- APRIL 29. Erie Broad- the identity of Agent 007, they made to have one complete Those interested in fi guring Solace comes from a short So, whether you go for the Rebel will offer a program WQXR-FM in New York City. “I was very closed-minded west Pennsylvania Collegiate way Series. “Hairspray.” would likely respond quickly story in them and were able to out who the villain for the story in a book entitled For spy action, the cool toys or entitled “Beyond the Horizons” Rebel will perform Feb. 10 at when I got there. I just wanted Academy on Friday, Feb. 8 at $56.75, $46.75, $34.75. with James Bond. stand alone, but this is all a part newest Bond fi lm is will have Your Eyes Only, Forster has the actor, this movie will be featuring the works of late the Walker Recital Hall at 2 p.m. to play Coltrane, to play jazz; I 10:10 a.m., as one of many stu- The new movie in the James of bringing the movies up to to be patient, and Daniel Craig said that the plot of this short a must-see when November baroque and gallant music of Tickets will be sold to students didn’t think of world music at dent outreach programs spon- Bond franchise is expected to modern times. is giving very little for people story will have nothing to do comes around. J.S. Bach, Telemann, Gluck and at the PAC for $5 with a Mer- all.” sored by the Mary D’Angelo Courtesy of Goerie.com Quantz. cyhurst ID. “I met many people [there] Performing Arts Center. PAGE 18 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Feb. 6, 2008 Canadian metal reaches new heights seem to have mastered the art By Greg Summy of the guitar. Their melodic and Staff writer intricate melodies and harmonies soar above the other instruments Imagine if you will, a band in the mix. with the lyrical prowess of a Rody Walker takes his voice world-renowned novelist com- to new heights since “Kezia.” bined with the musical talent The previous album featured of true instrumental masters, Walker’s unique melodic voice, and you have Whitby, Ontario while “Fortress” brings into native’s Protest the Hero. play his impeccable screams, gut The fi ve-piece experimental wrenching growls and soothing metal outfi t released its sopho- falsetto overtones. more full-length album “For- The drum arrangements and tress” on Jan. 29. The band is percussive efforts of Moe Carl- Mark Santillano photo signed to Vagrant Records (U.S.) son have definitely improved Juniors Sarah Klock and Lauren Stenroos both choreographed for ‘Raw Edges X,’ and and Underground Distribution since 2005’s “Kezia,” where they will also perform in other choreographers’ pieces. (Canada). irregular, chaotic fi lls and lines A departure from the band’s were a normal feeling. On “For- first album, “Kezia,” the new tress,” Carlson is able to hold Students premiere ‘Raw Edges’ album is not a concept album in longer rolls, more elaborate snare the truest sense of the word, but and tom rhythms and blistering Raw Edges is perfect for dance with the audience. it does contain an overall theme. cymbal crashes. By Sarah Mastrocola aficionados and novices alike. Sophomore Liz Galloway, one Staff writer “Kezia” focused on the life and Mirabdolbaghi takes the tradi- There’s something for everyone,” of the student choreographers death of a tortured woman, while tional idea of bass playing, and Santillano said. said, “We have some truly amaz- “Fortress” discusses goddess throws it out the window. “Ke- “Raw Edges X” will premiere Two different shows with ing pieces being shown this year. worship and the degenderization zia” featured many interesting student choreography works completely different collections All the choreographers have of the divine. bass lines, but “Fortress” takes from the Mercyhurst College of dance pieces will be shown. worked very hard and there are The lyrics on “Fortress” were bass playing to experimental Dance Department this Saturday One show will be presented some quite original pieces fea- written “in the tradition of territory; harmonics, tapping and Sunday at the Mary D’Angelo at the Saturday matinee per- tured in the concert. This is going Robert Graves,” said bassist and and alternate chords. The fi rst, Performing Arts Center. formance, and the other at the to be a show worth seeing.” lyricist Arif Mirabdolbaghi. The and perhaps only, single on the As the tenth show in an annual Saturday night and Sunday per- Fellow sophomore choreogra- whole album is centered on two album due to the record’s heavy tradition of choreography show- formances. The Saturday matinee phers Jen Kitchens and Michelle themes within the concept of and aggressive nature, “Blood- ings, “Raw Edges X” will contain show will also be performed Conroy echo these sentiments. goddess worship. meat,” contains all the elements many different works created by on Friday Feb. 8 for a specially “The show only costs students The fi rst, ‘On Conquest and of Protest the Hero’s overall the various student choreogra- invited audience. one dollar. There are two dif- Capture,’ contains the fi rst seven sound. Aggressive, thundering, phers from choreography II and With each piece having been ferent shows, and they are both tracks on the album, and shares a intricate guitars and bass, pound- III classes. created by a different student equally impressive,” Kitchens common thread of violence, ag- ing drums and energetic vocals Mercyhurst dance professor choreographer, “Raw Edges X” said. gression and the male god-domi- grace the four-minute song. Mark Santillano is the instructor is a dance concert that promises “The ‘Raw Edges’ choreog- nated theology. T he second, This album is far from per- of the choreography II class, and variety. Several different dance raphers have put forth a lot of ‘Isosceles,’ contains a violent fect, however, due to the lack of Director Tauna Hunter is the idioms will be represented, in- hard work, and it is going to be transition to the worship of the instrumental closure. Unfortu- instructor of the choreography cluding contemporary, modern, a great show; it would be a shame sacred feminine. nately the band does not dem- III class. jazz and classical ballet. for anyone to miss it,” Michelle The sound on “Fortress” is onstrate the same ability to end Both Santillano and Hunter The pieces explore a variety Conroy added. eclectic, ranging from a light, songs as they did on “Kezia.” helped mentor the choreography of themes, such as the wonders With such a mix of presenta- thin acoustic sound, all the way Lyrically the album flows students throughout the creation of children’s imaginations, night- tions, “Raw Edges” is sure to be to driving, brutal metal. Protest perfectly. One song ends where process. mares, mental illness, inheriting a unique show. the Hero incorporates infl uences the last began, all the way to Santillano said that the perfor- societal problems caused by It will take place in the Mary everywhere from jazz, blues and the fi nal of the 10 tracks where mance is “…in celebration of the older generations and the need D’Angelo Performing Arts Cen- romantic era orchestral music, to “Goddess Gagged” closes out 10-year milestone,” and that “the for hope. During each show’s in- ter on Saturday, Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. the original metal heavyweights the violence-infused album. annual dance concert will feature termission, some of the student and 7 p.m., and on Sunday, Feb. such as Black Sabbath and Mo- Listen to selected tracks from a special video retrospective of choreographers will come out to 10 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available torhead. “Fortress” at myspace.com/pro- past performances.” talk about their works and have at the PAC and are only $1 for Luke Hoskin and Tim Millar testthehero. “With such a wide variety, a question-and-answer session Mercyhurst students. PAGE 18 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT PAGE 19 Canadian metal Former director of playhouse to hold auditions has directed over 400 theatrical sire,” went on to win numerous sion starring Marlon Brando and reaches new heights By Nicole Cerilli productions ranging from two- awards, including the Pulitzer Vivien Leigh. It is a wonderful A&E editor seem to have mastered the art character shows to huge reviews Prize, and has been produced barometer of the play. It would By Greg Summy of the guitar. Their melodic and with a cast of 700. somewhere every day since its certainly give you an accurate Staff writer intricate melodies and harmonies David Matthews, the pre-emi- Throughout his tenure at debut. assessment of what role(s) you soar above the other instruments nent expert on American Musical the Playhouse, Matthews was “I could not be more thrilled might want to audition for. Imagine if you will, a band in the mix. Theatre in Northwestern Pa., will honored with many awards. He to produce this masterful play at Also, every library in the country with the lyrical prowess of a Rody Walker takes his voice hold auditions at the beginning also spent fi ve years working in Mercyhurst. Tennessee Williams stocks a copy of the play since it world-renowned novelist com- to new heights since “Kezia.” of spring term for the Mercy- professional theatre with the is my favorite playwright and is regarded as a masterpiece.” bined with the musical talent The previous album featured hurst College production of the Contributed photo Kenley Players of Ohio. every actor, at some point of Rehearsals will begin immedi- of true instrumental masters, Walker’s unique melodic voice, brilliant play “A Streetcar named During the 70 shows he did their life, should have the thrill ately after auditions and will be and you have Whitby, Ontario while “Fortress” brings into Desire.” David Matthews will direct with Kenley, he worked side- of bringing Williams to life on held on weeknights and week- native’s Protest the Hero. play his impeccable screams, gut The cast calls for six women the Mercyhurst College by-side with talents ranging stage,” Matthews said. ends. Matthews said that he will production of ‘A Streetcar The fi ve-piece experimental wrenching growls and soothing and six men. There are roles of from Robert Goulet to Ethel “I have always loved working do his best to schedule around Named Desire.’ metal outfi t released its sopho- falsetto overtones. neighbors, friends and strang- Merman. with students. The energy, spirit conflicts, but the students in- more full-length album “For- The drum arrangements and ers, ranging from small roles to logue can also be the creation of Matthews said he ended up at and quick wit and intelligence of volved must commit to the tress” on Jan. 29. The band is percussive efforts of Moe Carl- large roles. Mark Santillano photo the actor or actress auditioning. Mercyhurst because many people college students is a challenge project. signed to Vagrant Records (U.S.) son have definitely improved Matthews requests that those On a special note, “A Streetcar feel that there is a need for live and a joy to me. I promise all Auditions will be held at Tay- Juniors Sarah Klock and Lauren Stenroos both choreographed for ‘Raw Edges X,’ and and Underground Distribution since 2005’s “Kezia,” where they will also perform in other choreographers’ pieces. who are auditioning please bring Named Desire” requires south- theatre on campus. those associated with the show lor Little Theatre on Thursday, (Canada). irregular, chaotic fi lls and lines a short, two-minute-or-less ern accents of various degrees. Matthews chose “A Streetcar that it will be one of their most March 6 at 7 p.m. and Friday, A departure from the band’s were a normal feeling. On “For- monologue to perform for him. Matthews said auditioning with Named Desire” because when it cherished Mercyhurst memo- at 7 p.m., and the play will run first album, “Kezia,” the new tress,” Carlson is able to hold Students premiere ‘Raw Edges’ It can be memorized, or read. an accent would be a good opened on Broadway in 1947, it ries.” from Thursday, April 6 to Friday, album is not a concept album in longer rolls, more elaborate snare It can be a Tennessee William’s choice. was instantly recognized as one For those who are interested April 9. the truest sense of the word, but and tom rhythms and blistering Raw Edges is perfect for dance with the audience. piece, if desired, or a choice of Matthews retired two years of the greatest American plays in auditioning, Matthews recom- If you need to contact Mat- By Sarah Mastrocola it does contain an overall theme. cymbal crashes. aficionados and novices alike. Sophomore Liz Galloway, one the actor. Matthews said Barnes ago after a highly successful, 34 - ever written. mends doing some research over thews, you can reach him by Staff writer “Kezia” focused on the life and Mirabdolbaghi takes the tradi- There’s something for everyone,” of the student choreographers & Noble carries many books of year career as Managing Director Dramatist Tennesse Williams’ spring break. phone at 825-9275 or e-mail at death of a tortured woman, while tional idea of bass playing, and Santillano said. said, “We have some truly amaz- monologues, but that the mono- of The Erie Playhouse, and he play, “A Streetcar Named De- “Rent the classic movie ver- [email protected]. “Fortress” discusses goddess throws it out the window. “Ke- “Raw Edges X” will premiere Two different shows with ing pieces being shown this year. worship and the degenderization zia” featured many interesting student choreography works completely different collections All the choreographers have of the divine. bass lines, but “Fortress” takes from the Mercyhurst College of dance pieces will be shown. worked very hard and there are Film ‘Once’ shows in PAC; more than a modern musical The lyrics on “Fortress” were bass playing to experimental Dance Department this Saturday One show will be presented some quite original pieces fea- written “in the tradition of territory; harmonics, tapping and Sunday at the Mary D’Angelo at the Saturday matinee per- tured in the concert. This is going my top-10 favorites list. busker, or as it was explained Robert Graves,” said bassist and and alternate chords. The fi rst, Performing Arts Center. formance, and the other at the to be a show worth seeing.” By Mason Lorek My good friend Roger Ebert to me, “one of those guys that Staff writer lyricist Arif Mirabdolbaghi. The and perhaps only, single on the As the tenth show in an annual Saturday night and Sunday per- Fellow sophomore choreogra- agreed. like, plays music on the streets whole album is centered on two album due to the record’s heavy tradition of choreography show- formances. The Saturday matinee phers Jen Kitchens and Michelle He said, “It’s one of those and like, people throw tips in his themes within the concept of and aggressive nature, “Blood- ings, “Raw Edges X” will contain show will also be performed Conroy echo these sentiments. If you’re anything like me, fi lms where you hold your guitar case and stuff.” goddess worship. meat,” contains all the elements many different works created by on Friday Feb. 8 for a specially “The show only costs students when somebody says the word breath, hoping it knows how While he plays one night, Mar- The fi rst, ‘On Conquest and of Protest the Hero’s overall the various student choreogra- invited audience. one dollar. There are two dif- “musical” in reference to a good it is, and doesn’t take a keta Irglova credited as “Girl” Capture,’ contains the fi rst seven sound. Aggressive, thundering, phers from choreography II and With each piece having been ferent shows, and they are both production, you think of a big wrong turn. It doesn’t.” and a piano player, approaches tracks on the album, and shares a intricate guitars and bass, pound- III classes. created by a different student equally impressive,” Kitchens jazzed-up dealie with costumes To clear up the misconcep- him to ask about the subject of common thread of violence, ag- ing drums and energetic vocals Mercyhurst dance professor choreographer, “Raw Edges X” said. and choreography. tion, I would look at the fi lm not his music. gression and the male god-domi- grace the four-minute song. Mark Santillano is the instructor is a dance concert that promises “The ‘Raw Edges’ choreog- That being said, when I heard as a modern musical, but just Their interaction is awkward nated theology. T he second, This album is far from per- of the choreography II class, and variety. Several different dance raphers have put forth a lot of the movie “Once” described as as a movie with a really good but endearing, as proves to be ‘Isosceles,’ contains a violent fect, however, due to the lack of Director Tauna Hunter is the idioms will be represented, in- hard work, and it is going to be being a “modern musical,” I had soundtrack that makes the fi lm the case in subsequent meet- transition to the worship of the instrumental closure. Unfortu- instructor of the choreography cluding contemporary, modern, a great show; it would be a shame an expectation. better, like “Garden State.” ings. sacred feminine. nately the band does not dem- III class. jazz and classical ballet. for anyone to miss it,” Michelle Something like “Annie,” per- Man, just when I thought it The story develops largely The sound on “Fortress” is onstrate the same ability to end Both Santillano and Hunter The pieces explore a variety Conroy added. haps, or “Grease,” which is not couldn’t get any better than Zach in terms of song through writ- eclectic, ranging from a light, songs as they did on “Kezia.” helped mentor the choreography of themes, such as the wonders With such a mix of presenta- really modern anymore, but was Braff and Natalie Portman, I’m ing, rehearsing and ultimately thin acoustic sound, all the way Lyrically the album flows students throughout the creation of children’s imaginations, night- tions, “Raw Edges” is sure to be at one time. introduced to The Shins. And recording songs that share their to driving, brutal metal. Protest perfectly. One song ends where process. mares, mental illness, inheriting a unique show. When I watched it, I kept Natalie was right; “New Slang” individual lives and stories. PAC photo Two street musicians, played by Glen Hansard and Marketa the Hero incorporates infl uences the last began, all the way to Santillano said that the perfor- societal problems caused by It will take place in the Mary waiting for a big dance sequence did change my life. The movie starts well, is good Irglova, bond over their love of music in ‘Once.’ everywhere from jazz, blues and the fi nal of the 10 tracks where mance is “…in celebration of the older generations and the need D’Angelo Performing Arts Cen- like in the beginning of “Austin In “Once,” instead of The in the middle and ends well. It romantic era orchestral music, to “Goddess Gagged” closes out 10-year milestone,” and that “the for hope. During each show’s in- ter on Saturday, Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. Powers,” but it never came. Shins, I was introduced to lead is just a whole lot of goodness. them, that would be okay too. inspired to learn, and we could the original metal heavyweights the violence-infused album. annual dance concert will feature termission, some of the student and 7 p.m., and on Sunday, Feb. About 11 minutes in, I real- actor and musician Glen Han- So much goodness, in fact, You could sit with me! drink orange juice and be best such as Black Sabbath and Mo- Listen to selected tracks from a special video retrospective of choreographers will come out to 10 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available ized that not only had I been said. that I will attend both the 2 p.m. We could watch it and talk, friends. torhead. “Fortress” at myspace.com/pro- past performances.” talk about their works and have at the PAC and are only $1 for lied to, but the movie was also In this simple story Han- and the 8 p.m. shows on Feb. 6. and then go out and buy guitars I wonder if I have any orange Luke Hoskin and Tim Millar testthehero. “With such a wide variety, a question-and-answer session Mercyhurst students. well on its way to breaking into sard, credited as “Guy,” plays a If you settle for just one of and pianos because we will be juice left. PAGE 20 OPINION Feb. 6, 2008 As the old saying goes... Thinking green for life The Good, top of that, whenever the ques- To females, the next pair of By Michelle tion “So what are you doing By Ellen tights you purchase should be the Bad & LaSlavic after graduation?” pops up in Koenig infused with wool or cashmere Staff writer conversation, which seems to Staff writer fi bers rather than the less sturdy the Ugly be at least once every day, I can’t materials of lycra and nylon. As the old saying goes, “Time help but shudder with the very Cutting out non-essentials in Be an informed consumer, fl ies when you’re having fun.” thought that these four years are life is often necessary to sim- know from where your prod- The Good Seriously seniors, where has this three months away from being plify and understand what is ucts come, information about year gone?! over. required. stores you frequent and sus- Seniors can kiss the Not to start getting sentimen- As exciting of a time as it is, Living modestly does not tainable alternatives. ’Hurst goodbye in just tal or reiterate what every pro- I can’t help but get a little teary necessarily have to be uncom- Another alternative is to 100 days from Friday. fessor, parent and job fair e-mail eyed over all the friends and fortable. run, walk and exercise outside has been screaming in our faces, memories that we have to leave Referring back to the time to avoid the monstrosities of Despite the overcast but winter fi nals are two weeks behind. I know that there is so without electricity and running energy-wasting cardio equip- skies, the temperature may away, bringing us just a little much to look forward to and that water, our ancestors somehow ment in the gym. be on the rise. over a term away from the big there will be plenty more amaz- managed to survive, primitively Our own women’s athletic day. It’s about that time of year ing life experiences to come, but but possible. teams often warm up on these For the commercial junk- when the pressure to fi nd a job I feel like we all have grown up This Friday I must give machines in the morning rather ies out there, Super Bowl or the anticipation to hear back so much together since we came kudos to the combined effort than running laps or doing cal- XLII came through for from grad school seems to be a in four years ago, right out of of Campus Ministry and Green isthenics for an accurate warm- you. little overwhelming and the idea high school, terrifi ed of what Team. up. that we will never again be able college would be like; it’s going They have organized an The recreational facility to sleep in until noon is practi- to be hard to say goodbye. energy reduction campaign. staff already decided to reduce cally horrifying. I guess the only remedy I can While according to certain energy consumption declaring The Bad suggest is try not to stress out Super Bowl Sunday, a school- Not to mention, I don’t think populations they enjoy forget- The MSG Shuttle broke too much, get your school work wide holiday, and closed the I’m quite ready to accept the ting to recycle, the majority may down this weekend. done early and have fun and school’s facilities at 5 p.m. last fact that I will no longer get a opt to take this one effort and Anyone out and about was enjoy these last months to the Sunday. week-and-a-half break from life realize the massive amounts stranded for awhile. every few months anymore. On fullest. of energy that each individual Purchase electronics with a better environmental record. consumes. For all you avid ice fi sh- If you are in the market for a Get used to being uncom- ermen, the lake has yet to Candidates drop like fl ies new computer, research models fortable; you may actually learn freeze over, leaving the ice Obama and Clinton. that have mercury-free screens. By Keith something. fi shing high and dry. Nemeth He has stated that he will One of the easiest steps is A recent story in National not accept the nomination Geographic was about left-over Staff writer & to recycle the beer cans and political analyst of being the running mate to alcohol bottles consumed by products of the early computer either of the aforementioned students. age and increased plastics pro- The Ugly Within the past few weeks, candidates. Simple efforts such as turn- duction. Without a doubt, there the presidential candidate list He, of course, was the vice- ing off your computer monitor Copper is a hot commod- were brawls around town has dropped substantially as presidential running mate of or closing your laptop when ity and people who scrap this when the clock ran out on Fred Thompson, Rudy Giu- John Kerry in the 2004 election you leave are simple enough metal must go to extreme mea- Super Bowl XLII. liani and John Edwards bowed and as an interesting caveat, tasks to cut down consump- sures, such as burning the plas- out. Kerry abandoned Edwards and tion. tic off of the cable, in order to Don’t go too crazy over The fi rst two candidates pledged support to Obama. Flipping through a recent recover it. spring break. You should leaving the race are of no real With Super Tuesday to occur magazine, every other page was While exporting such waste save your change. It is surprise. Giuliani’s platform the day before this article is to an advertisement for “green to other nations is highly ille- almost time to spend hun- of being mayor of New York be print it will be interesting to products.” After being bored gal, it still takes place. dreds of dollars on text- on the day 9/11 occurred was see who will emerge the victor from the same pastel colored The way to make change is books. losing steam quickly, while in this contest. advertisements, I am relieved to begin at the source, meaning Thompson’s only real contri- John McCain seems to have that some popular culture has you. bution to America was the role a lock on the Republican presi- decided to take note. Everything you consume, use Please e-mail any suggetions to he played on Law & Order. dential ticket, while the latest Other ways to promote a sus- and produce has a consequence [email protected]. Edwards’ leaving was a bit polls show Obama and Clinton tainable lifestyle are to simply wherever it ends up. The GB&U is a compilation of of a shock. to be in a dead heat. consume less. In order to take responsibility student opinions. Though he placed third Only time will tell who will This means shopping second for the consequences I recom- in every primary, he was rank supreme within the Dem- hand to decrease the amount of mend we all start taking actions polling roughly even with ocratic party. new merchandise consumed. to reduce future circumstances. PAGE 20 OPINION Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 OPINION PAGE 21 As the old saying goes... Thinking green for life The Good, Who invited you?: Don’t get rowdy in someone else’s house top of that, whenever the ques- To females, the next pair of off-campus houses. In recent, To have the audacity to congre- allow students into our school doors to outside visitors. By Michelle tion “So what are you doing By Ellen tights you purchase should be the Bad & By Bill several off-campus houses have gate and assault the owner of based solely upon their athletic You can no longer believe LaSlavic after graduation?” pops up in Koenig infused with wool or cashmere Swafford dealt with the uninvited guests the house because he does not performance. that students will respect that Staff writer conversation, which seems to Staff writer fi bers rather than the less sturdy the Ugly Staff writer who not only barge into houses want you there shows the qual- After all, we are not Ohio they are not invited into houses be at least once every day, I can’t materials of lycra and nylon. but cause severe trouble. ity of an individual’s class. State. Mercyhurst is not an insti- anymore. The truth is that soon As the old saying goes, “Time help but shudder with the very Cutting out non-essentials in Be an informed consumer, Social gatherings on the These students have caused Mercyhurst College is an insti- tution that has to allow felons there will not be parties on fl ies when you’re having fun.” thought that these four years are life is often necessary to sim- know from where your prod- The Good weekends are not uncommon several fi ghts and assaults. tution that stands as a beacon of in to build a great athletic pro- this campus because students Seriously seniors, where has this three months away from being plify and understand what is ucts come, information about among college students. They They are composed mostly of education. The students of the gram. will have to worry about being year gone?! over. required. stores you frequent and sus- Seniors can kiss the allow us time to hang out with underclassmen football players, college are by no means perfect I am by no means bashing the assaulted at a party by an unin- Not to start getting sentimen- As exciting of a time as it is, Living modestly does not tainable alternatives. ’Hurst goodbye in just our close friends for drinks and who are seen everywhere off- and all have their share of fl aws. football program. I am bash- vited guest. Therefore students tal or reiterate what every pro- I can’t help but get a little teary necessarily have to be uncom- Another alternative is to 100 days from Friday. good laughs. campus but the football house. Nonetheless most of the stu- ing those who never learned beware: Hang out solely with fessor, parent and job fair e-mail eyed over all the friends and fortable. run, walk and exercise outside However in the past several I can only question why an dents are at the ’Hurst because “respect.” The general disregard those you know and lock your has been screaming in our faces, memories that we have to leave Referring back to the time to avoid the monstrosities of Despite the overcast months there has been an increase individual would enter the house of high academic marks. and trespassing has forced many doors to ensure you have a fun, but winter fi nals are two weeks behind. I know that there is so without electricity and running energy-wasting cardio equip- skies, the temperature may in uninvited guests appearing at of a person they do not know. With that said, we should not houses off-campus to lock their safe time. away, bringing us just a little much to look forward to and that water, our ancestors somehow ment in the gym. be on the rise. over a term away from the big there will be plenty more amaz- managed to survive, primitively Our own women’s athletic ‘Top-notch education’ does not cover disappointment in peer day. It’s about that time of year ing life experiences to come, but but possible. teams often warm up on these For the commercial junk- when the pressure to fi nd a job I feel like we all have grown up This Friday I must give machines in the morning rather ies out there, Super Bowl at William, just disappointed in school considers higher learn- rity he reigns supreme. the wrath of William’s perpetual or the anticipation to hear back so much together since we came kudos to the combined effort than running laps or doing cal- By Jerrod my peer. ing. I fi nd it is easy to let William ignorance in last week’s article XLII came through for Markle from grad school seems to be a in four years ago, right out of of Campus Ministry and Green isthenics for an accurate warm- you. William, using the “top-notch I might tolerate these types speak for himself when argu- and it is embarrassing to have little overwhelming and the idea high school, terrifi ed of what Team. up. Staff writer education earned from a diversi- of ignorant, bias stereotypes ing against him because of the writing published next to some- that we will never again be able college would be like; it’s going They have organized an The recreational facility fi ed faculty,” was somehow able from a confused teenager, but myriad of outlandish remarks one who so obviously lacks to sleep in until noon is practi- to be hard to say goodbye. energy reduction campaign. staff already decided to reduce After nearly retiring from to strike out when it came to it’s unacceptable for a college he tends to share with us. So empathy for others. cally horrifying. I guess the only remedy I can While according to certain energy consumption declaring The Bad the Merciad, I was uplifted comprehending complexities by senior to pass off as intelligent here again is another quote I believe that William Swaf- suggest is try not to stress out Super Bowl Sunday, a school- cheaply categorizing people into writing. I know from reading directly from William’s blog, “I ford’s oppressive and oblivi- Not to mention, I don’t think populations they enjoy forget- The MSG Shuttle broke and inspired by another “Mean too much, get your school work wide holiday, and closed the his narrow minded constructs. William’s blog that his reason- have no regard for anyone’s feel- ous outbursts should not be I’m quite ready to accept the ting to recycle, the majority may down this weekend. Girls” monologue presented by done early and have fun and school’s facilities at 5 p.m. last This attempt to neatly classify, ing is, “I write for the Merciad ings and I truly do not care if I printed in the Merciad. Perhaps fact that I will no longer get a opt to take this one effort and Anyone out and about was fellow staff writer William Swaf- enjoy these last months to the Sunday. label and analyze what Wil- to write what everyone thinks offend you. I refuse to rebuttal fewer affairs with overdrinking week-and-a-half break from life realize the massive amounts stranded for awhile. ford. On my path of planting every few months anymore. On fullest. of energy that each individual Purchase electronics with a seeds of awareness, I feel it vital liam considers “good people” however, would never say aloud. to my fellow staff writers and bottom shelf liquor and Natural better environmental record. was a distasteful and infantile I am one of the few staff writ- if you are upset about some Light would allow for William consumes. For all you avid ice fi sh- to sow a forest around William’s If you are in the market for a approach at making people ers that might be normal and of my articles write to Keith to get to know himself eventu- Get used to being uncom- ermen, the lake has yet to perpetuating display of hypoc- Candidates drop like fl ies new computer, research models fi t his puerile preconceptions. not a complete weirdo.” Nemeth.” I apologize to all of ally stopping the plague that is fortable; you may actually learn freeze over, leaving the ice risy and ignorance. Obama and Clinton. that have mercury-free screens. The most frustrating element Looking to get a rise out of those people whom fell under his writing. By Keith something. fi shing high and dry. As read on William’s blogs Nemeth He has stated that he will One of the easiest steps is A recent story in National “Well here is your chance to tell of William’s writing was that it people each time he spreads his not accept the nomination Geographic was about left-over was done in light of his recogni- unawareness through print, Wil- Staff writer & to recycle the beer cans and me how much I piss you off.... political analyst of being the running mate to alcohol bottles consumed by products of the early computer All I ask is that you do not make tion of a top-notch education. liam should be held account- either of the aforementioned students. age and increased plastics pro- The Ugly any comments about the Army/ If this was a display of a top- able for these actions. Not sure Mercyhurst grad. HOUSE FOR Within the past few weeks, candidates. Simple efforts such as turn- duction. ROTC on the blog everything is notch Mercyhurst education, I how or when being a sociopath Without a doubt, there SEEKING RENT the presidential candidate list He, of course, was the vice- ing off your computer monitor Copper is a hot commod- free game.” am frightened that outsiders of became considered normalcy, were brawls around town available summer, fall, has dropped substantially as presidential running mate of or closing your laptop when ity and people who scrap this I will comply to those rules Mercyhurst might actually take but maybe in William’s false ROOMMATE when the clock ran out on spring rental Fred Thompson, Rudy Giu- John Kerry in the 2004 election you leave are simple enough metal must go to extreme mea- even though I am not pissed off this as an example of what this sense of reality and social secu- Tanglewood Super Bowl XLII. 1 Block from Mercy- liani and John Edwards bowed and as an interesting caveat, tasks to cut down consump- sures, such as burning the plas- Apartments out. Kerry abandoned Edwards and tion. tic off of the cable, in order to hurst Don’t go too crazy over The fi rst two candidates pledged support to Obama. Flipping through a recent recover it. Chomping at the bit: Senioritis strikes 803 E. Grandview Located @ 146 E. 38th spring break. You should leaving the race are of no real With Super Tuesday to occur magazine, every other page was While exporting such waste Blvd. St. save your change. It is surprise. Giuliani’s platform the day before this article is to an advertisement for “green to other nations is highly ille- So how can you overcome nine, a planner is your best almost time to spend hun- Two Bedroom of being mayor of New York be print it will be interesting to products.” After being bored gal, it still takes place. By Merissa it? Many people say it is impos- friend. You know Thursday is Features: dreds of dollars on text- on the day 9/11 occurred was see who will emerge the victor from the same pastel colored The way to make change is Frank sible to cure. Others say the cure “the” night to go downtown; Apartment books. Opinion editor Central Air losing steam quickly, while in this contest. advertisements, I am relieved to begin at the source, meaning comes in May. However there get your work done ahead of $370/month Dishwasher John McCain seems to have you. are other options. time. Thompson’s only real contri- that some popular culture has everything included 4 Bedrooms bution to America was the role a lock on the Republican presi- decided to take note. Everything you consume, use There may be an epidemic Call me crazy, but this just Class just isn’t for you today? Please e-mail any suggetions to except Garbage Disposal he played on Law & Order. dential ticket, while the latest Other ways to promote a sus- and produce has a consequence on the loose: it causes fatigue, may work when it comes down Go anyway. Even if you’re there [email protected]. Edwards’ leaving was a bit polls show Obama and Clinton tainable lifestyle are to simply wherever it ends up. sleepless nights, bad choices to your lengthy research paper only in body and not in mind, cable/Internet Washer & dryer The GB&U is a compilation of of a shock. to be in a dead heat. consume less. In order to take responsibility and procrastination. There is no due Friday morning or going to you’ll absorb what you need. contact Jim student opinions. Though he placed third Only time will tell who will This means shopping second for the consequences I recom- vaccination for it. Bed rest and Park Place on Thursday night; it Get out of your bed, print (315)882-2655 Home: 452-0124 in every primary, he was rank supreme within the Dem- hand to decrease the amount of mend we all start taking actions fl uids won’t cure it. is entirely possible to do both. your assignment and enjoy your Cell: 434-5714 polling roughly even with ocratic party. new merchandise consumed. to reduce future circumstances. Senioritis has struck again. Though you may fi nd it asi- night out. PAGE 22 OPINION Feb. 6, 2008 This I believe: ‘I have always appreciated the power of words’

Mercyhurst’s Ethical Refl ection Committee has initiated “This I Believe” to foster refl ection within the entire college community on the values by which we live. We hope that these essays will inspire further introspection, thoughtful discussion, and innovative ways of integrating holistically some of the ideas and values expressed here into our personal, academic, social, spiritual, professional and com- munal life. For example, faculty might introduce appropriate essays into class discussion; students might initiate conversations in class and beyond; administrators and staff might explore these with colleagues. Responses may be directed to the Merciad at [email protected] or to committee chair, Rev. Lyta Seddig at [email protected]. Share how these thoughts have had an impact in your life! Fr. Jim Piszker is a Roman Catholic priest of the Diocese of Erie, assigned to be Chaplain of Mercyhurst. He has been here 10 years, both as chaplain and adjunct faculty member in the Religious Studies department. He also serves as an adviser to the Mission Committee of the Board of Trustees. His favorite aspect about Mercyhurst: “the students; I am continually impressed by the caliber of human being that comes to know Mercyhurst as home.”

hidden from the great.” our time and energy—the everything, inner peace is a in an address he gave before By Fr. Jim Piszker I don’t remember where power of words taken to the necessity. Even Catholic liturgy taking offi ce as governor of Contributing writer I obtained the quote. I do place of quiet. is getting on the bandwagon. Illinois. remember that I wrote it down It is allowing one’s self the Inserting silence into the Stevenson was considered I was just about ready to give on a piece of note paper and luxury of really refl ecting upon Eucharistic liturgy has become to be a very eloquent speaker, up on this assignment. Ideas tucked it away amongst some those powerful words that we a priority; fi nally appreciating which endeared him to some had been percolating in the back keepsakes. hear, regardless from where that we need time to absorb all and estranged him from others. of my mind for days, but noth- Ironically, after many years, I they may come. It is appreciat- of the verbiage. Interestingly, in this presidential ing seemed appropriate for this had just come across it several ing that the refl ection provides So far, it is somewhat awk- election year, Stevenson was a forum or met the guidelines for weeks ago, at the bottom of a the catalyst for growth, devel- ward, but we are working at it. two-time Democratic presiden- “This I Believe.” box with collected items from a opment, change, wisdom, depth As for those of you who may tial nominee. Oh, yes, there were many lifetime of mementos. and centeredness. be wondering about the quote, He lost both times to Dwight things that I could say, that I I remember that those words In a world where pace is it was given by Adlai Stevenson Eisenhower. wanted and needed to say, but provided me with a sense of nothing that met the criteria for hope at a point in my life when this exercise. I needed it desperately. I was sitting in the chapel sac- When I fi rst read the quote risty pondering how I was going and wrote it down, I felt safe to tell Rev. Lyta that I could and secure. not come up with an appropri- Deep inside, I knew that ate idea when the old adage, somehow, everything was going “Silence is golden,” popped to be all right. into my mind. I have always appreciated the Joshua Wilwohl Editor-in-Chief [email protected] From there, I was immedi- power of words—as an English Casey Greene Managing Editor [email protected] ately taken back to my adoles- major in college, in my work Amy Zielinski & Amanda Valauri News Editors [email protected] cence and memories of a very with county government, in the Jen Gildea Features Editor [email protected] tall, very gangly adolescent study of philosophy, scripture Merissa Frank Opinion Editor [email protected] came into focus. and theology in preparation for Chris Davis & Brittany Jackett Sports Editors [email protected] Awkward, quiet, shy and priesthood and now, most espe- Nicole Cerilli A&E [email protected] ridiculed as a result, I often cially, in my continuing pursuit Scoot Williams Photographer [email protected] searched for comfort in vora- of preaching profi ciency. Tiffany Cook Production Editor [email protected] cious reading from a variety of The reverse aspect of the Leslie Ruchala Advertising Manager [email protected] sources. equation is just as true—the Noelle Lelakus Copy Editor [email protected] As I was remembering that silence and the quiet have held Ashley Pastor General Assignment [email protected] painful period of my life, the me in good stead—and have Lenore Skomal Advisor [email protected] quote came back to me: “In become increasingly important quiet places, reason abounds. as I grow older, and hopefully, In quiet people there is vision a bit wiser. The Merciad is the student-produced newspaper of Mercyhurst College. It is and purpose. Many things are Put them together and one published throughout the school year, with the exception of fi nals week. Our revealed to the humble that are has a combination that is worth offi ce is in Hirt, Room 120B. Our telephone number is (814) 824-2376.

become an editor The Merciad welcomes letters to the editor. All letters must be signed and for names will be included with the letters. Although we will not edit the letters for content, we reserve the right to trim letters to fi t. Letters are due the Thursday 2008-09 before publication and may not be longer than contact [email protected] 300 words. Submit letters to box PH 485. Feb. 6, 2008 OPINION PAGE 23 Settle down: It is not your fault we hate tree huggers

I give Markle the right to be a is 50 percent of the time I am ment that taxes its citizens for dyed shirts for designer clothes By Bill hippie in peace. To contribute confused about what Markle is public good. and retire the VW van for a Swafford to his right to be anti-govern- thinking in his articles. Markle’s In addition it can be even Ford. Markle should compre- Staff writer ment and be against any kind articles can sometimes read harder to know that neither hend that what I write in the of forward progression of the like a pamphlet to the 1970s Ralph Nader nor Ron Paul will Merciad is a comical satire of This past week it came to my United States of America. organization, The Weathermen ever be American presidents. college life and not a true refl ec- attention that one of my fellow His freedom of speech is the Underground. If the American people are tion of my personal character. I staff writers, Jerrod Markle, is reason why only one percent of Markle should take a step so ignorant to include myself understand that last week’s arti- truly displeased with my scru- America’s population joins the back and breathe. Markle should and the government to which cle might have made you upset ples. ranks of the military to defend understand that he lives in the you pledge allegiance, then you because I said I do not recycle. I could not imagine why a this right. The job of the mili- freest country on the face of the should start your own state. This I will let it be known that today tree hugging, anti-government tary is to defend and uphold earth. way there will be complaints I placed a Ron Paul pamphlet (hippie) in nature individual like the constitution of the United He is given opportunities that toward only yourself. in the recycling bin after I was Markle could be upset with me. States. billions of humans worldwide Since I do not believe this is a done reading it. However I then realized that it I applaud his sprit and will to could only dream. I am by no reality, then Markle should prob- Markle, I admire your aca- could be because one day I will write about his passionate inspi- means advocating that the U.S. ably just accept that he does not demic stature and encourage contribute to the national secu- rations. I think it is important is perfect, but we are near great. have it that bad. you to continue your writing. rity of our great nation that he that people continue to utilize I know it is hard for you to Understand that the 70s are Just remember I, alongside over opposes. their constitutional right to free- comprehend that there are laws over and no one really likes hip- one million Americans, give you I can only be proud every dom of speech. that restrict Americans from pies anymore. that right and that is what makes time I read the Merciad that However my key concern using illicit drugs and a govern- Jerrod should trade in his tie- it all worthwhile.

Extremists needed to shake up population

Students have expressed frus- tunately with such traits I have By Ellen tration at the persistence of the seen an increase of greedy, Koenig issue of philanthropy. Jokingly egoist individuals. First and Staff writer they threaten the issue and say foremost, it is important to we should just give up. have self-confi dence. In having Not to beat a dead horse, but These, my friends, are fi ghting self-confi dence, there must be a I feel we need a continuation words. You do not give up on practice of humbleness. of this debate about monetary something just because people Otherwise you are bound to donations and non-profi t sup- are tired of hearing about it but annoy the unfortunate souls port. rather to push harder and refor- that are forced to interact with With the economy currently mat your strategy of approach, you. Many in our generation in the toilet, we, meaning able- when people truly believe in an take a year to perform voluntary minded and bodied humans, issue, questioning their mission service in the service corps to have an even greater responsi- is even more fuel for the inten- benefi t less fortunate communi- bility to care for people who are tions to provoke. ties throughout the world. in more grim situations. Change in history has been I recently heard from a friend Philanthropy is really about brought about by extremists, the who was having trouble decid- people giving their time, care social policies we have today are ing on a presidential candidate and help to causes about which a result of the socialist ideology to vote for in the primaries. they care. of Franklin Roosevelt as well as The new trend among our Whether you donate monetary the civil rights movement, many generation of 20-somethings funds or your time for service at of whose leaders were accused is maintenance of liberal social the local food shelter or clothes of associating with commu- ideals accompanied with more If you like photography and spontaneity, drive, you are taking steps to nists. conservative fi scal trends. care for people less fortunate. In times of moderation you While many of us may encom- you would love being a We are all recipients of philan- need extremists to shake up the pass this mind set, it is still vital staff photographer for the Merciad. thropy in one way or another. population before they become that we maintain a level of con- As a recipient of a scholarship, comfortable and compliant. sideration and accountability. academic assistance or goodwill The society we have devel- Laziness and carelessness Contact you are therefore responsible to oped has based ideals largely are inexcusable reasons for not [email protected] pay it forward and continue the on image, personal wealth and being aware and caring for your for more information. cycle of philanthropy. material possessions. Unfor- fellow beings. PAGE 24 CLUB/INTRAMURAL SPORTS Feb. 6, 2008

Club hockey goes 1-1 on week I N Playoff Standings T Mercyhurst explodes for six-unanswered goals in win #9 Stokes beat R #8 Johnson (30-28) A M #3 Giallourakis beat By Matthew Ferris U #6 Brown (45-40) Staff writer R #4 Gaertner beat A #7 Kampman (64-37) The Mercyhurst club hockey L #9 Stokes beat team traveled to Cleveland, #1 Schmidt (48-45) Ohio where it played John B Carroll University and chalked A up a big win. S The Lakers beat the Blue Semi-Finals Schedule K Streaks with a score of 8-3 #2 Coaches vs. at the Gilmour Academy Ice E #3 Giallourakis Arena. Mercyhurst also played T Saturday at Slippery Rock, B #4 Gaertner vs. #9 Stokes where it was defeated 4-1. A Friday night would prove L to be a great night for junior L forward Brian Stefanski, a Gilmour Academy High School alum, who had an amazing game, scoring two goals and adding two assists on the night. Intramural Sports The Cleveland native was on fi re, assisting with the team’s last four goals, while scoring the teams fi fth, and seventh markers, earning himself a total I of four points. Contributed photo N Stefanski said after the game, Scores Senior Matt Warren (26) takes a shot during the Lakers’ win on the road this weekend T “I love playing at that rink and against John Carroll University. adding to my many memories R A Marissa beat there.” by Louis Grandinotti and with a lone goal during the 15-8-0 record for the season. Cameron The Lakers started out Zack Skook. end of the fi rst from Stefanski, The Lakers will also have M (2-0) strong just seconds into the The next six remaining assisted by Leone. a second away contest on U game when senior captain Matt goals came unanswered by Slippery Rock would add Saturday, playing against the R Warren netted the team’s fi rst Mercyhurst, as the Lakers would insurance to there lead, scoring Youngstown State University A Josh beat goal of the game. ultimately defeat John Carroll another two goals, to win 4-1. Penguins. L Katie Moments later John Carroll 8-3. The Lakers played Slippery The Penguins are currently (2-0) tied up the game at 1-1, as Nick Friday’s win did not give the Rock earlier this year, a game 4-23-3. The start time for this V Morici got a shot past Lakers’ team the motivation that was that they lost 5-4 in overtime. game is scheduled for 3 p.m. O Cherie beat freshman net-minder Rob needed to defeat Slippery Rock The Lakers now stand at 11- at the Ice Zone in Boardman, Jenelle University at the Blade Runners 10-5 overall, and 5-3-1 within Ohio. L Kelley. (2-0) With moments left in the Ice Complex. the Eastern Collegiate Hockey As the season is closing down, L fi rst, junior Korey O’Connor Slippery Rock netted a set League (ECHL). the Mercyhurst College Lakers E was able to lift the Lakers, of goals back to back during This weekend the Lakers will are in third place in the ECHL Y giving them the motivation the fi rst period. The Rocks’ take on Pittsburgh University on with 11 points, just fi ve points B to fi nish out the fi rst period fi rst goal was scored by Nate Friday night at the Harmarville behind Niagara University. A strong. Puntureri assisted by Chris Blade Runners Ice Complex. Niagara is two points behind L As the second period Leone, brother of Lakers’ Pat The game is scheduled to fi rst place Robert Morris L got underway, John Carroll Leone. start at 8:50 p.m. Pittsburgh University, who leads the league scored two back-to-back goals The Lakers answered back will come into the game with a with 18 points. PAGE 24 CLUB/INTRAMURAL SPORTS Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 SPORTS PAGE 25 Giants win Super Bowl XLII in dramatic fashion Club hockey goes 1-1 on week I N to an end. Playoff Standings By Kyle Craig “We conquered the regular T Staff writer season,” said Patriots’ cornerback Mercyhurst explodes for six-unanswered goals in win R #9 Stokes beat #8 Johnson (30-28) Asante Samuel to ESPN’s Gene A Call them the ‘Comeback Wojciechowski. “We conquered M #3 Giallourakis beat Kids.’ the playoffs. What does it mean By Matthew Ferris #6 Brown (45-40) U Call them ‘Relentless.’ if you don’t win the Super Bowl? Staff writer R #4 Gaertner beat Call them ‘Lucky.’ It doesn’t mean anything.” A #7 Kampman (64-37) Whatever you want to call In an interview with ESPN’s them, there is one name we can The Mercyhurst club hockey L #9 Stokes beat Greg Garber, Eli Manning was all agree on; ‘Champions.’ team traveled to Cleveland, #1 Schmidt (48-45) ecstatic and stated, “The guys on Ohio where it played John B That’s right; the New York this team and the run we’ve made, Giants have pulled off probably Carroll University and chalked A it’s hard to believe -- it really is. up a big win. one of the greatest upsets The drive at the end, there were S The Lakers beat the Blue Semi-Finals Schedule in the history of the NFL, so many clutch plays by so many K Streaks with a score of 8-3 #2 Coaches vs. by beating the New England guys. It is an unbelievable game at the Gilmour Academy Ice E #3 Giallourakis Patriots in Super Bowl XLII, ESPN.com photo and an unbelievable feeling.” Arena. Mercyhurst also played T 17-14. Giants’ Eli Manning throws a pass in the picture above (left), while David Tyree comes Plaxico Burress was quoted by Saturday at Slippery Rock, B #4 Gaertner vs. They did it riding the back of down with it in front of New England’s Rodney Harrison (right). ESPN immediately following the #9 Stokes where it was defeated 4-1. A one of the greatest defensive seven years. third down and one other time stated Patriots’ safety Rodney game. Friday night would prove L lineman in the game, Michael It was also apparent that after they faced fourth down; however Harrison to ESPN’s Greg Garber “This is the greatest feeling to be a great night for junior L Strahan, who fi nished with three the Giants gained the lead with that did not stop New York. concerning the catch. “It was a in professional sports. For us forward Brian Stefanski, a tackles and one sack. 11 minutes left in the game that With 1:13 left on the clock wacky, crazy play.” to come out and win a world Gilmour Academy High School In John Elway-like fashion, Tom Brady, as he has done in facing third down and fi ve yards That play swung the championship tonight -- nobody alum, who had an amazing Eli Manning led the New York three previous Super Bowls, to go, Manning broke what momentum of the entire drive gave us a shot,” he said. game, scoring two goals and Giants to a fourth quarter come- would lead his Patriots to a last- appeared to be a sure sack. toward the Giants’ sideline and While the Patriots will head adding two assists on the from-behind win which no one ditch drive to win the game. He broke the arms of three eventually led to a 12-yard pass home two minutes and forty- night. Intramural Sports saw coming. With 2:30 left on the clock and Patriot linemen, set his feet and from Manning to Plaxico Burress two seconds away from a perfect The Cleveland native was on Many believed after the end of three timeouts remaining, Eli tossed a 32-yard bomb to an to give the Giants a 17-14 lead. season, the Giants will head fi re, assisting with the team’s the third quarter with the Giants Manning led an instant-classic eager David Tyree, who snagged It appeared to knock the wind back to New York hoisting the last four goals, while scoring trailing 7-3 that the ‘Supernatural’ drive that would seal the Patriots’ it out of the air off of his own right out of Tom Brady’s sails as Lombardi Trophy, knowing that the teams fi fth, and seventh New England defense would undefeated season’s fate. helmet and landed with the ball he was sacked two times on the their 14-6 season will be far markers, earning himself a total I steer the Patriots to their Three times in the fi nal drive, safely in his chest. ensuing drive and the Patriots greater remembered than the of four points. fourth Super Bowl victory in Tom Coughlin’s Giants faced “I thought it was falling out,” “Perfect Season” abruptly came Patriots’ 18-1. Contributed photo N Stefanski said after the game, Scores Senior Matt Warren (26) takes a shot during the Lakers’ win on the road this weekend T “I love playing at that rink and against John Carroll University. R New York pulls an upset to knock off undefeated New England adding to my many memories Marissa beat there.” by Louis Grandinotti and with a lone goal during the 15-8-0 record for the season. A through before Super Bowl point underdog and, if the minutes left in the fourth quarter season: win. Manning completed Cameron By Daniel Bertolini The Lakers started out Zack Skook. end of the fi rst from Stefanski, The Lakers will also have M XXXVI, and the thought of Giants could pull it off it would when David Tyree caught a passes down the fi eld. Several (2-0) Contributing writer strong just seconds into the The next six remaining assisted by Leone. a second away contest on U perfection all created the scene be the biggest upset in the fi ve-yard touchdown from Eli times though, the Patriots had game when senior captain Matt goals came unanswered by Slippery Rock would add Saturday, playing against the R for Super Bowl XLII. history of the Super Bowl. Manning. opportunities at interceptions Warren netted the team’s fi rst Mercyhurst, as the Lakers would insurance to there lead, scoring Youngstown State University A Josh beat Salvador Dali once said, Admist all these distractions The game started with a 16- Tom Brady was put in a very and just could not cash in. goal of the game. ultimately defeat John Carroll another two goals, to win 4-1. Penguins. L Katie “Have no fear of perfection, the New York Giants were play, 63-yard drive that ended in familiar situation. With under a minute to play Moments later John Carroll 8-3. The Lakers played Slippery The Penguins are currently (2-0) you’ll never achieve it.” This silently waiting in the shadows. a Giants’ fi eld goal, which had Five times earlier in the year the Patriots had a chance to tied up the game at 1-1, as Nick Friday’s win did not give the Rock earlier this year, a game 4-23-3. The start time for this V statement could not ring more They were given no real chance been the story for the Patriots’ Brady had taken his team to sack Manning and put the game Morici got a shot past Lakers’ team the motivation that was that they lost 5-4 in overtime. game is scheduled for 3 p.m. true for the New England at actually beating the vaunted opponents. victory after trailing in the away, but somehow he escaped O Cherie beat freshman net-minder Rob needed to defeat Slippery Rock The Lakers now stand at 11- at the Ice Zone in Boardman, Patriots. New England Patriots. The inability for teams to fourth quarter. and launched a 32-yard pass that Jenelle University at the Blade Runners 10-5 overall, and 5-3-1 within Ohio. L After a year of many Kelley. (2-0) Coming into this year’s Super score in the red zone cost the He marched down the fi eld Tyree hauled in over Rodney With moments left in the Ice Complex. the Eastern Collegiate Hockey As the season is closing down, L distractions, the Patriots were Bowl, Tom Brady and the San Diego Chargers the Super and threw a touchdown to an Harrison. It was probably one fi rst, junior Korey O’Connor Slippery Rock netted a set League (ECHL). the Mercyhurst College Lakers E able to obtain an 18-0 record Patriots were 14-2 in the post- Bowl. all-familiar Randy Moss, who set of the greatest catches in Super was able to lift the Lakers, of goals back to back during This weekend the Lakers will are in third place in the ECHL Y coming into the 2008 Super season in the last seven years. The Patriots answered back a league record with 23 regular Bowl history. giving them the motivation the fi rst period. The Rocks’ take on Pittsburgh University on with 11 points, just fi ve points B Bowl. The two weeks leading This year’s Patriots were the with a 10-play, 56- yard drive that season touchdowns, to take the With 35 seconds left on the to fi nish out the fi rst period fi rst goal was scored by Nate Friday night at the Harmarville behind Niagara University. A up to the game were fi lled with highest-scoring team in NFL ended in a Laurence Maroney lead 14-10 with 2:42 left on the clock, Manning threw a fade pass strong. Puntureri assisted by Chris Blade Runners Ice Complex. Niagara is two points behind L controversy. history, scoring 589 points and one-yard touchdown run. game clock. to Plexico Burress in the corner As the second period Leone, brother of Lakers’ Pat The game is scheduled to fi rst place Robert Morris L The boot on Tom Brady’s leg, surpassing the 1998 Minnesota That was all the scoring that Manning and the Giants had of the end zone and propelled got underway, John Carroll Leone. start at 8:50 p.m. Pittsburgh University, who leads the league the allegations of videotaping Vikings who scored 556. The occurred from the 14:57 mark to do something that no other the Giants to the greatest upset scored two back-to-back goals The Lakers answered back will come into the game with a with 18 points. the St. Louis Rams’ walk- Giants were a 12-and-a-half in the second quarter until 11 team had accomplished all in Super Bowl history. PAGE 26 SPORTS Feb. 6, 2008 NASCAR fans excited for Daytona 500 Kevin Harvick looks to defend 2007 title in autoracing Super Bowl

NASCAR race on TV or even Its supposed to even the playing Instead he has moved to set to be an exciting race. By Kyle Craig getting the opportunity to fi eld, but that was not seen last Hendrick Motor Sports, where Can fan favorite Mark Martin Staff writer experience it in person. year when the C.O.T. [Car of he will drive the no. 88 AMP capture his fi rst Daytona “Noise! The smell of burnt Tomorrow] was used. Hendricks energy and National Guard 500 victory, or will Kevin fuel and speed! The community dominated those races also.” Chevrolet. Harvick look to spoil the fun of loyal fans is really cool. It On the track there will be “Even with the changes once again? makes it really fun to discuss one major change to which though, Junior is still my favorite Look for Jimmie Johnson, drivers and rivalries. All of these NASCAR fans will have to and I think he will come out on Dale Jr., Jeff Gordon, Kevin make NASCAR such an exciting adjust. Earnhardt, Jr. will no top,” said Wilkens. Harvick, Matt Kenseth and sport for the spectators,” he longer sport the no. 8 Budweiser No matter how you feel about Tony Stuart to make their run at said. Chevrolet. NASCAR, this year’s Daytona is the fi rst-ever Sprint Cup title. “I love being able to sit down with my dad and watch a race on Sundays; it’s such a family oriented sport,” stated junior The road to the top is not easy. Stephanie Wilkens on why she watches NASCAR. OPERATOR www.athlonsports.com photo Erie, PA Kevin Harvick As with all sports, NASCAR has undergone a lot of changes Great entry-level opportunity for recent high school graduates, college students with flexible Two hundred miles per hour this past season. The fi rst major schedule, retirees and people seeking career change. As part of the Verizon Team, Operators running three wide on a two change is seen in its most work in a job close to home, learning new skills and looking forward to more opportunities down the road. and-a-half mile track. There is coveted circuit. The Nextel Cup nothing quite like it in today’s has changed its name to the Operators are the core of the Verizon customer service teams, with a mission to provide the best customer experience possible utilizing multiple data resources in a fast-paced environment. sports. Sprint Cup Series. The various operator titles include Directory Assistance, Call Completion Services, Language With less than two weeks In addition the former Busch Assistance and Bilingual Operators who provide assistance to customers in Spanish and English. until the 50th running of the Series has been changed to the The first point of contact for a majority of Verizon, operators are the courteous and efficient Daytona 500, NASCAR looks Nationwide Series. The biggest voice of the company. If you are customer-focused, have strong spelling and keyboard skills, to prove once again that the change for NASCAR, however, and operate well in a fast-paced, demanding environment, this job is for you. “Super Bowl of Autoracing” is in the style of car they will Position Requirements is one of the most exciting run. • This position may require successful completion of paid classroom or on-the-job training spectacles in all of sports and is This year the executives of to remain in the position. Training is 3 weeks long, pass or fail. set to start Feb. 17. NASCAR have completely • It is a Verizon policy to require all employees to report to work on time and work all scheduled hours to meet attendance standards. Frequent absences or lateness may affect your performance The Daytona 500 has a lot changed the Sprint Cup to run rating and could result in job loss. of history, including its most the “Car of Tomorrow” instead • This position may require you to work overtime; will require you to work a variety of hours. infamous driver Dale Earnhardt. of their traditional cars. The The center is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Just seven short years ago, Dale new car has a splitter in the • As a new employee you will work the second shift or later hours. lost his life on the one track, on front, more pronounced front • You could be assigned a split shift in which your 8-hour tour could be split into two 4-hour tours. which he taught so many drivers and rear hoods and is slightly • Employment with Verizon is contingent upon successful pre-employment drug testing and to love. taller. a background check. In 1998, Earnhardt fi nally All of these changes promise • This position requires that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. won the most coveted race in to slow down the cars, which These positions are full-time, 40 hours a week. Starting salary is $8.09/hr. with pay NASCAR after 20 tries and makes them easier to handle increases every 6 months up to top pay $13.99/hr. Verizon offers an excellent benefits multiple-digit wins at the track’s and safer for the drivers. In package, including tuition assistance, medical/dental, 401(k) and more! other races. addition, NASCAR executives WAGE CREDIT OFFERED FOR RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION. Meanwhile, three years after promise that the new cars will Apply and schedule testing on our website at: www.verizon.com/np/jobs38 or call his death, son Dale Earnhardt, even out the playing fi eld in the (800) 267-6585. Jr. concurred the track that took Sprint Cup. EOE, M/F/D/V. his father’s life. It is moments “I believe the C.O.T (Car such as these that make the of Tomorrow) will reduce the Your work. Your career. Your Verizon. sport and the race so special. pleasure factor of the traditional A Mercyhurst faculty member NASCAR fan,” said Jacobson. and avid follower of NASCAR, “The car is slower, ugly and Brad Jacobson, said there is they all look the same except nothing quite like watching a for the decals that are on them. PAGE 26 SPORTS Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 SPORTS PAGE 27 NASCAR fans excited for Daytona 500 Women’s b-ball drops sixth straight

Kevin Harvick looks to defend 2007 title in autoracing Super Bowl By Rhonda Marable Staff writer NASCAR race on TV or even Its supposed to even the playing Instead he has moved to set to be an exciting race. By Kyle Craig getting the opportunity to fi eld, but that was not seen last Hendrick Motor Sports, where Can fan favorite Mark Martin Staff writer experience it in person. year when the C.O.T. [Car of he will drive the no. 88 AMP capture his fi rst Daytona After pushing hard in two fi rst “Noise! The smell of burnt Tomorrow] was used. Hendricks energy and National Guard 500 victory, or will Kevin halves, the Mercyhurst women’s fuel and speed! The community dominated those races also.” Chevrolet. Harvick look to spoil the fun basketball team could not hold of loyal fans is really cool. It On the track there will be “Even with the changes once again? on, falling to Saginaw Valley makes it really fun to discuss one major change to which though, Junior is still my favorite Look for Jimmie Johnson, State 91-72 and just missing a drivers and rivalries. All of these NASCAR fans will have to and I think he will come out on Dale Jr., Jeff Gordon, Kevin victory to Northwood 68-67. make NASCAR such an exciting adjust. Earnhardt, Jr. will no top,” said Wilkens. Harvick, Matt Kenseth and Thursday’s edge-of-the-seat sport for the spectators,” he longer sport the no. 8 Budweiser No matter how you feel about Tony Stuart to make their run at thriller came down to the fi nal said. Chevrolet. NASCAR, this year’s Daytona is the fi rst-ever Sprint Cup title. possession with the Timber- “I love being able to sit down wolves taking back the lead and with my dad and watch a race winning the game with a fi nal on Sundays; it’s such a family lay-up. oriented sport,” stated junior The road to the top is not easy. The Timberwolves went to Stephanie Wilkens on why she work early building a lead in the watches NASCAR. OPERATOR fi rst four minutes but a good www.athlonsports.com photo Erie, PA jumper by sophomore guard Kevin Harvick As with all sports, NASCAR has undergone a lot of changes Great entry-level opportunity for recent high school graduates, college students with flexible Stevie Spetosky put Mercyhurst Two hundred miles per hour this past season. The fi rst major schedule, retirees and people seeking career change. As part of the Verizon Team, Operators on the board, causing the Lakers running three wide on a two change is seen in its most work in a job close to home, learning new skills and looking forward to more opportunities to pick up the pace. down the road. and-a-half mile track. There is coveted circuit. The Nextel Cup With six-and-a-half minutes nothing quite like it in today’s has changed its name to the Operators are the core of the Verizon customer service teams, with a mission to provide the left, sophomore guard Paris best customer experience possible utilizing multiple data resources in a fast-paced environment. Pugliese sunk a three-pointer to sports. Sprint Cup Series. The various operator titles include Directory Assistance, Call Completion Services, Language With less than two weeks In addition the former Busch Assistance and Bilingual Operators who provide assistance to customers in Spanish and English. tie the game at 27. until the 50th running of the Series has been changed to the The first point of contact for a majority of Verizon, operators are the courteous and efficient The next minute-and-a-half Daytona 500, NASCAR looks Nationwide Series. The biggest voice of the company. If you are customer-focused, have strong spelling and keyboard skills, saw two more ties but the Tim- to prove once again that the change for NASCAR, however, and operate well in a fast-paced, demanding environment, this job is for you. berwolves managed to pull away “Super Bowl of Autoracing” is in the style of car they will Position Requirements for a small lead, ending the fi rst is one of the most exciting run. • This position may require successful completion of paid classroom or on-the-job training half 45-38. spectacles in all of sports and is This year the executives of to remain in the position. Training is 3 weeks long, pass or fail. The Timberwolves led the set to start Feb. 17. NASCAR have completely • It is a Verizon policy to require all employees to report to work on time and work all scheduled Lakers with points in the paint, hours to meet attendance standards. Frequent absences or lateness may affect your performance fast break points and points Scoot Williams photo The Daytona 500 has a lot changed the Sprint Cup to run rating and could result in job loss. from turnovers. of history, including its most the “Car of Tomorrow” instead • This position may require you to work overtime; will require you to work a variety of hours. Junior Stephanie Prischak (21) looks to make a defensive stop against Northwood during a heartbreaking 68-67 thriller on infamous driver Dale Earnhardt. of their traditional cars. The The center is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. At the beginning of the Thursday in the Mercyhurst Athletic Center. Just seven short years ago, Dale new car has a splitter in the • As a new employee you will work the second shift or later hours. second half, Northwood went lost his life on the one track, on front, more pronounced front • You could be assigned a split shift in which your 8-hour tour could be split into two 4-hour tours. on the offensive end and built seven rebounds. pointers, and kept the lead for Backing up Achesinski, the season and look to continue which he taught so many drivers and rear hoods and is slightly • Employment with Verizon is contingent upon successful pre-employment drug testing and a 13-point lead in four-and -a- Freshman guard Samantha the fi rst 20 minutes by as many sophomore guard Mara Drei- to improve for next year.” to love. taller. a background check. half minutes. Loadman and junior guard as 13 points. ser ended the game tying her Loadman agrees. In 1998, Earnhardt fi nally All of these changes promise • This position requires that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. Led by freshman forward Stephanie Prischak contributed The Cardinals answered back career-high with 12 points and “I think the new players still won the most coveted race in to slow down the cars, which These positions are full-time, 40 hours a week. Starting salary is $8.09/hr. with pay Amy Achesinski, the Lakers 12 points each for the Lakers. in the beginning of the second, four rebounds. have a lot of learning to do,” she NASCAR after 20 tries and makes them easier to handle increases every 6 months up to top pay $13.99/hr. Verizon offers an excellent benefits steadily chipped away at the lead Following Thursday’s game however, with a 25-6 run taking Prischak also contributed said. “We need to be able to play multiple-digit wins at the track’s and safer for the drivers. In package, including tuition assistance, medical/dental, 401(k) and more! and tied the game at 64 with against Northwood, the Lakers the lead early at the 17:46 mark 12 points and four rebounds in a close game and take care of other races. addition, NASCAR executives WAGE CREDIT OFFERED FOR RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION. 2:49 left to play. pushed the pace early against and never looking back. and Loadman was the fourth the ball, when it matters most.” Meanwhile, three years after promise that the new cars will Apply and schedule testing on our website at: www.verizon.com/np/jobs38 or call The Lakers took the lead 67- Saginaw Valley on Saturday. The Lakers worked to come double-digit scoring Laker with “The close games have given his death, son Dale Earnhardt, even out the playing fi eld in the (800) 267-6585. 66 with 1:30 to play and after After a halftime lead 46-42, back but could only come 11 points. new players like me a lot of Jr. concurred the track that took Sprint Cup. EOE, M/F/D/V. missed shots by both teams, the women could not persist within eight points for the rest “I think that we are just con- experience that will benefi t the his father’s life. It is moments “I believe the C.O.T (Car the Timberwolves’ Katie Gonta and dropped 19 points to lose of the game. stantly looking to improve in team next year,” said Loadman. such as these that make the of Tomorrow) will reduce the Your work. Your career. Your Verizon. made the game-winning lay-up 91-72. The Lakers’ shooting per- each game, especially now that “We still need to improve our sport and the race so special. pleasure factor of the traditional with seven seconds left. Four Lakers went on to score centage took over a 15 percent the season is coming to an end.,” defense. A Mercyhurst faculty member NASCAR fan,” said Jacobson. In the end Achesinski led the double digits led by Achesinksi’s drop in the second half, while said junior Prischak. “Even Mercyhurst is now 6-16 for the and avid follower of NASCAR, “The car is slower, ugly and Lakers with 19 points and seven 23 points. the Cardinals improved, most though we aren’t as successful season and 1-11 in the GLIAC Brad Jacobson, said there is they all look the same except rebounds, followed by Pugliese Prischak led the offense, especially from behind the arc as we would have liked, we need and will host Wayne State Uni- nothing quite like watching a for the decals that are on them. with 14 points and another which shot 63 percent on three- by 17 percent. to stay focused for the rest of versity on Thursday. PAGE 28 SPORTS Feb. 6, 2008 Volleyball drops a pair of conference matches getting defeated 30-18. By Samantha Sellinger The second game looked Staff writer better for Mercyhurst, as the teams traded points back and Even though the Mercyhurst forth. College men’s volleyball team Lewis fi nally took the lead, has yet to pick up a win this but the Lakers held in there and season it continues to improve tied up the game 19-19 with a against impressive opponents. kill from junior Bryan Ritter. The Lakers dropped both After a quick timeout, Lewis conference matches in three came back strong and ended up games to Loyola University and taking the win 30-23. Lewis University this past week- In game three the Lakers man- end. aged an early lead 7-6, but after Friday’s game against Loyola the Flyers scored fi ve consecu- was expected to be challenging, tive points, Lewis took control but the guys played their best all for the remainder of the game. season. Wagner had a kill to make They played tough but just the score 12-14, and it looked were not strong enough to beat like Mercyhurst might turn the the Ramblers. game, but that’s as close as they “After the fi rst 10 points of Scoot Williams photo got, eventually losing the game the fi rst game, the Loyola match Mercyhurst men’s volleyball team dropped two conference matches over the weekend and 30-22. may well have been the best this stand with an overall record of 0-9, as the Lakers continue to search for their fi rst win. “We came out fl at against a team has played in three years,” team that was inferior to Loyola said head coach Ryan Patton. ity of the game. third, where the teams battled game with a season-high of 12 and allowed them to look supe- In game one, the Ramblers With help from junior Dave closely. After back-to-back kills kills and three blocks. Sopho- rior to Loyola,” said Patton. gained control early and refused Newman’s two aces, they took from junior Tim Wagner and more Ron Cierniakoski added “It was a very disappointing to relinquish the lead. the early lead 6-2 and never fell freshman Jonathan Gurr, along fi ve kills and junior David effort.” Even so, Mercyhurst showed behind, until a Loyola ace put with a Loyola error, the Lakers Hatten had 34 assists. Cierniakoski led the Lakers its talent in strong spurts them on top 19-18. There the were only down three points. At At Saturday’s match against with eight kills and four blocks. throughout the match. Loyola Ramblers stayed to get the vic- game point, Wagner put away Lewis, Mercyhurst struggled The Lakers will play their next took the win 30-21. tory 30-25. another kill, but Loyola took the from the start. match away against D’Youville The tables turned in game With Mercyhurst trailing two game 30- 27 and the match. In game one the Lakers fell College tonight where they hope two, as the Lakers led the major- games, the Lakers entered the Wagner played an impressive behind 14-6 and stayed there, to pick up a win. Men’s tennis loses home opener to Carnegie Mellon Tim Hansson and sophomore 7-5 at No. 2 singles. coach back, it just seems as if we are and how and what we By Christine Mersch Mateusz Przybysz, who lost the Playing No. 1 for the Lakers everyone really wants to do need to improve on to get to Staff writer match 8-3. was Hansson, who dropped the great, and his experience and where we need to be,” said Playing second doubles were match 6-4, 6-2. Cotic, at No. 3 helpful advice has just helped a King. Head Coach Ray Yost freshman Adam Marnik and singles, lost 6-3, 6-3. lot of us get the confi dence we With the loss, Mercyhurst returned to the sideline Sunday sophomore Mijo Cotic, who “Tim is tough at one and need.” dropped to 0-3 on the season. morning to coach the men’s lost 8-4. Mijo has improved a lot,” said Coach Yost is glad to be Carnegie Mellon moved to 4-1 tennis team to victory at the Mercyhurst’s lone win came Yost. “His level of intensity has back. with the win. Pennbrier Athletic Club. at third doubles, as sophomores improved as well as his concen- “It’s fun. The kids are great,” The Lakers are off until they However his young squad Kyle King and Ronnie Heurich tration.” he said. head to Hilton Head, South faced a very experienced Carn- pulled out a hard-fought victory, According to Cotic, it is great Rounding out the singles Carolina for spring break tennis, egie Mellon team. 9-7. having Coach Yost back. lineup was freshman Bobby Feb. 23-29. The Lakers lost the match 8- “It was a tough doubles “He demonstrates great Brown at No.4, Heurich at No.5, While in South Carolina, Mer- 1, but several players made huge match,” said Yost. “They played enthusiasm and determination and King at No. 6. Brown was cyhurst will face several strong impressions on Yost. real tough and showed a lot of on the court, and wants us all defeated 6-1, 6-1, while Heurich programs in preparation for its Mercyhurst opened the match intensity.” to reach our utmost potential in lost 6-2, 6-3. King fell 6-0, 6-2. fi nal season in the GLIAC that with doubles play. Teaming up During singles play, Przybysz order to help the team succeed “Our match against Carnegie gets underway March 14 against at number one were freshman had a tough match, losing 6-4, this year,” said Cotic. “With was a good indicator of where the University of Findlay. PAGE 28 SPORTS Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 SPORTS PAGE 29 Volleyball drops a pair of conference matches Men’s hockey sweeps Holy Cross, 2-1-3 on road trip getting defeated 30-18. his fi fth goal of the season on a bonus for us,” Gotkin said. “It By Samantha Sellinger The second game looked By Chris Davis power play virtually 3:15 later. was really two guys, Chris Risi Staff writer Sports editor better for Mercyhurst, as the Holy Cross switched goalies and Neil Graham, who were teams traded points back and to start the third, pulling Roy for involved with the goal. And Even though the Mercyhurst forth. Punxsutawney Phil stuck his Ian Dams, who stopped seven who knew it was going to be the College men’s volleyball team Lewis fi nally took the lead, snout out of the ground and shots and allowed one goal. game winner, but that’s how it has yet to pick up a win this but the Lakers held in there and saw his shadow Saturday, mean- Roy made 24 saves and gave turned out and we’ll take that.” season it continues to improve tied up the game 19-19 with a ing there will be six more weeks up fi ve goals in earning the loss. “On the weekend we got two against impressive opponents. kill from junior Bryan Ritter. of winter. The Crusaders cut the lead to power-play goals with Matt Fen- The Lakers dropped both After a quick timeout, Lewis But while the Groundhog’s 5-3 at 6:37 of the third before nell scoring one and me scoring conference matches in three came back strong and ended up Day celebration was going on Cameron answered in the fi nal one,” said Gurtler. “It defi nitely games to Loyola University and taking the win 30-23. in Pennsylvania, the Mercyhurst 1:13 of the contest to double up boosts our confi dence to know Lewis University this past week- In game three the Lakers man- College men’s hockey team Holy Cross. the power play is going, and end. aged an early lead 7-6, but after completed a weekend sweep of Lundin managed to only make Graham scored a short-handed Friday’s game against Loyola the Flyers scored fi ve consecu- the College of the Holy Cross at six saves in both of the fi rst two goal and Risi got an even- was expected to be challenging, tive points, Lewis took control the Hart Center in Worchester, periods before accumulating 15 strength goal. but the guys played their best all for the remainder of the game. Mass. stops in the third for a game “It shows that every line and season. Wagner had a kill to make The Lakers picked up their total of 27. situation is plugging away right They played tough but just the score 12-14, and it looked fi rst two-game road winning “We had a lot of energy and now,” he said. were not strong enough to beat like Mercyhurst might turn the streak of the year, as they out- when we were down we knew “We were all pumped up and I the Ramblers. game, but that’s as close as they scored the Crusaders 8-4, jos- we were going to battle and have seen our team more excited “After the fi rst 10 points of Scoot Williams photo got, eventually losing the game tling a 6-3 win on Friday, along win the game,” said Cameron. than I have seen all year,” said the fi rst game, the Loyola match Mercyhurst men’s volleyball team dropped two conference matches over the weekend and 30-22. with a close-knit 2-1 victory Sat- “It started early in the week Cameron. “It’s rewarding look- may well have been the best this stand with an overall record of 0-9, as the Lakers continue to search for their fi rst win. “We came out fl at against a urday. with practice; we had a great ing at the standings after a big team has played in three years,” team that was inferior to Loyola Mercyhurst fi nished up its week and it carried over to the weekend like that and see us said head coach Ryan Patton. ity of the game. third, where the teams battled game with a season-high of 12 and allowed them to look supe- six-game road stand with an game.” catapulting into contention for Sports Information photo In game one, the Ramblers With help from junior Dave closely. After back-to-back kills kills and three blocks. Sopho- rior to Loyola,” said Patton. impressive 2-1-3 record, cur- Sophomore Neil Graham scored a short-handed, game-win- Saturday’s game turned out fi rst place. gained control early and refused Newman’s two aces, they took from junior Tim Wagner and more Ron Cierniakoski added “It was a very disappointing rently sitting only three points ning goal during Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Holy Cross. to be a more defensive style, as “It’s a challenge we all look to relinquish the lead. the early lead 6-2 and never fell freshman Jonathan Gurr, along fi ve kills and junior David effort.” behind fi rst-place RIT in the the fi rst ended with a 0-0 tie. forward to and will try to get it Even so, Mercyhurst showed behind, until a Loyola ace put with a Loyola error, the Lakers Hatten had 34 assists. Cierniakoski led the Lakers Atlantic Hockey Association for four unanswered goals in the the season got Mercyhurst on Mercyhurst outshot Holy Cross done,” he said. its talent in strong spurts them on top 19-18. There the were only down three points. At At Saturday’s match against with eight kills and four blocks. (AHA). second period, which matched the board with 4:25 remaining during the opening interlude, “We are really coming throughout the match. Loyola Ramblers stayed to get the vic- game point, Wagner put away Lewis, Mercyhurst struggled The Lakers will play their next The Lakers, now 9-6-5 in the its highest-period goal total of in the fi rst, as he received a pass as Roy started for the Crusad- together and starting to have fun took the win 30-21. tory 30-25. another kill, but Loyola took the from the start. match away against D’Youville AHA, have played two fewer the 2007-2008 season. from freshman Scott Pitt to give ers making 11 fi rst-period saves, like you’re suppose to,” Gurtler The tables turned in game With Mercyhurst trailing two game 30- 27 and the match. In game one the Lakers fell College tonight where they hope games then RIT, and Mercy- Five different players con- the Lakers some momentum while Lundin made eight for the said. “We hold the standings in two, as the Lakers led the major- games, the Lakers entered the Wagner played an impressive behind 14-6 and stayed there, to pick up a win. hurst has been unbeaten in tributed scoring for the Lakers, heading into the second period. Lakers. our hands here.” its last four games, along with including two goals from fresh- Sophomore winger Cody Holy Cross, just as they had Lundin came up with 13 saves seven of its last eight, with a man forward Steve Cameron. Collins added his second goal done the day before, picked during the third in leading Mer- Men’s tennis loses home opener to Carnegie Mellon lone loss at Connecticut. “We played great in the fi rst of the year 9:45 into the second up the fi rst goal 1:30 into the cyhurst to victory, as Holy Cross Holy Cross dropped to 7-9-3 period against Holy Cross and period to tie the score 2-2. second, as forward Brodie outshot the Lakers 13-7 during Tim Hansson and sophomore 7-5 at No. 2 singles. coach back, it just seems as if we are and how and what we on the weekend after the Lakers at one point we were down 2-0 Nearly a minute later, fresh- Sheahan put a slap shot past the period. By Christine Mersch Mateusz Przybysz, who lost the Playing No. 1 for the Lakers everyone really wants to do need to improve on to get to came from behind on both and Steve Cameron scored late man Mike Gurtler connected Lundin. Lundin, the winner for the Staff writer match 8-3. was Hansson, who dropped the great, and his experience and where we need to be,” said nights. to make it 2-1,” Gotkin said. on his sixth goal of the season The Crusaders stayed ahead second straight day, fi nished Playing second doubles were match 6-4, 6-2. Cotic, at No. 3 helpful advice has just helped a King. “Our guys have settled in tight “Our team has a great compo- for Mercyhurst, past Holy Cross until Mercyhurst answered on with 29 saves, while Roy made Head Coach Ray Yost freshman Adam Marnik and singles, lost 6-3, 6-3. lot of us get the confi dence we With the loss, Mercyhurst and have played with confi dence nent of willingness to battle.” netminder Adam Roy, to give a power play goal with 5:33 33 stops in a losing effort. returned to the sideline Sunday sophomore Mijo Cotic, who “Tim is tough at one and need.” dropped to 0-3 on the season. and pertinence and it’s a good Everett Sheen scored his the Lakers the lead for good. remaining in the period. Gurtler The Lakers have an interest- morning to coach the men’s lost 8-4. Mijo has improved a lot,” said Coach Yost is glad to be Carnegie Mellon moved to 4-1 time of year to being playing team-leading, 13th goal of the Sophomores Chris Risi and added his seventh goal on the ing couple of weeks, as they will tennis team to victory at the Mercyhurst’s lone win came Yost. “His level of intensity has back. with the win. your best hockey. We’re making season to put up Holy Cross 1-0, Matt Fennell each scored in the season and senior Ben Cottreau play some of the teams ahead Pennbrier Athletic Club. at third doubles, as sophomores improved as well as his concen- “It’s fun. The kids are great,” The Lakers are off until they good strides,” head coach Rick 5:40 into the game, shortly after fi nal six minutes of the second was credited with the assist. of them in the AHA. However his young squad Kyle King and Ronnie Heurich tration.” he said. head to Hilton Head, South Gotkin said. “This team right a Crusader power play ended. period to put up the Lakers 5-2 The Lakers would then take Mercyhurst hosts Air Force faced a very experienced Carn- pulled out a hard-fought victory, According to Cotic, it is great Rounding out the singles Carolina for spring break tennis, now is fi nding ways to win.” Crusader Rob Forshner heading into the third. a 2-1 lead on a short-handed Academy this weekend at the egie Mellon team. 9-7. having Coach Yost back. lineup was freshman Bobby Feb. 23-29. “We have showed that we added a short-handed, unas- Risi scored with four minutes score by sophomore Neil Mercyhurst Ice Center. The Lakers lost the match 8- “It was a tough doubles “He demonstrates great Brown at No.4, Heurich at No.5, While in South Carolina, Mer- can battle back against anybody, sisted goal with 9:27 to play in remaining in the period, and Graham with 1:42 remaining in Air Force is currently one 1, but several players made huge match,” said Yost. “They played enthusiasm and determination and King at No. 6. Brown was cyhurst will face several strong which is a great component to the period, as he stole the puck now has two goals in the last the second, which turned out to point ahead of the Lakers and impressions on Yost. real tough and showed a lot of on the court, and wants us all defeated 6-1, 6-1, while Heurich programs in preparation for its anyone’s game,” he said. in the Lakers’ zone and ripped three games, after going score- be the game winner. tied for second place overall in Mercyhurst opened the match intensity.” to reach our utmost potential in lost 6-2, 6-3. King fell 6-0, 6-2. fi nal season in the GLIAC that Mercyhurst entered the fi rst a shot past Mercyhurst junior less during the fi rst 16 games on “To kill a penalty, and score a the conference standings with with doubles play. Teaming up During singles play, Przybysz order to help the team succeed “Our match against Carnegie gets underway March 14 against intermission of Friday’s game goaltender Matt Lundin. the season. shorthanded goal, let alone the Army, who Mercyhurst swept at number one were freshman had a tough match, losing 6-4, this year,” said Cotic. “With was a good indicator of where the University of Findlay. trailing 2-1, before exploding Cameron’s seventh goal of Fennell managed to put in game-winning goal, was a major earlier in the year. PAGE 30 SPORTS Feb. 6, 2008 Laker Sports ‘Quick Hits’ Wrestling drops three matches Last week’s results in N.Y. at Ithaca Quadrangular Men’s basketball……………...... ……………..Jan. 31, W 74-68, Northwood Feb. 2, W 67-66, Saginaw Valley State Women’s basketball…………...... …………..Jan. 31, L 68-67, Northwood Lakers look to rebound against No. 10 AU Feb. 2, L 91-72, Saginaw Valley State Men’s hockey………………...... ………………………Feb. 1, 6-3, Holy Cross Feb. 2, 2-1, Holy Cross Joe Goetz 6-1 at heavyweight. Men’s tennis……………………...... ……………………Feb. 3, L 8-1, Carnegie Mellon By Kirk Campbell Even though the Lakers won Men’s volleyball………………………...... ………….Feb.1, L 3-0, Loyola Chicago Staff writer fi ve-of-ten matches, a forfeit at Feb. 2, L 3-0, Lewis Wrestling……………………...... ………….Feb. 2, L 29-9, Eastern Michigan 184 pounds proved to be too Feb. 2, L 21-12, Ithaca After moving up four spots much for Mercyhurst to avenge Feb. 2, L 25-13, Binghamton to No. 12 in last week’s Divi- and lost 18-15 to the Bombers. sion II wrestling poll Mercy- Harrison and Gallo fi nished hurst College wrestling team their perfect afternoons against Smith/Achesinski athletes of the week dropped three contests Satur- Binghamton by shutting out Mercyhurst basketball players senior Terry Smith of the men’s team and day at the Ithaca Quadrangular their opponents 5-0 and 6-0. freshman Amy Achesinski of the women’s team have been named athletes in Ithaca, N.Y. Gallo defeated Anthony of the week. Smith scored 23 points in each game in a pair of come-from- However, all of the losses Senior Hudson Harrison Esposito at 197 and Harrison behind conference wins this weekend. Achesinski had 42 total points in two beat Brett Nelson at 165. games this weekend, shooting 65 percent from the fi eld and 92 percent were against stiff competi- from the free-throw line. tion, as Binghamton and East- pounds, junior Trevor Gallo Bluska picked up his second ern Michigan were Division I won 5-4 over John McClure at win of the day pinning the Men’s hockey named team of the week opponents and Ithaca is ranked 197 pounds. Bearcats’ Michael Patterson No. 22 in Division III. Against Ithaca, red-shirt in 1:23 at heavyweight, while The Mercyhurst men’s hockey team climbed into a tie for fourth place in freshman Josh Shields made the Atlantic Hockey Association by sweeping Holy Cross in two come-from- Binghamton downed the junior Payne Lint recorded a 6- behind wins this past weekend. On Friday the Lakers came back from an Lakers 25-13, Eastern Michi- his return to the mat after 5 decision over Tyler Malmberg early 2-0 fi rst period defi cit to pick up a 6-3 win. The following day the Lakers gan won 29-9 and Ithaca nar- being injured since Jan. 5 and at 125. picked up a 2-1 victory, as sophomore Neil Graham scored a shorthanded rowly escaped 18-15. defeated the Bombers’ David Falling to 7-12 on the year, game-winning goal. In the Lakers’ opening ses- Priest 4-2 at 174. the Lakers will host No. 10 Ash- Gallo and Harrison both Men’s lacrosse tabbed No. 2 in USILA preseason poll sion, they managed only to win land tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the three-out-of-ten bouts in a loss notched their second wins of Mercyhurst Athletic Center. The Mercyhurst men’s lacrosse team was ranked No. 2 in the United States to Eastern Michigan. the day, winning 6-5 over John The Lakers defeated the Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) 2008 Division II Coaches Pre- Junior Brain Pogel contin- Dale at 165 and 3-2 against Eagles 21-12 early this season season Poll. The Lakers advanced to the NCAA Division II national champion- David Sbriscia at 197. at the NWCA/Cliff Keen ship game for the fi rst time in program history last season, fi nishing with a ued his impressive season as record of 13-2. It also marked the most wins in a season in the program’s he defeated the Eagles Drew The Lakers’ sophomore National Duals. existence. Lesko, 8-4, earning the Lakers’ Andy Lamancusa picked up “We had a tough weekend,” fi rst points at 149 pounds. three more points for Mercy- senior Don Cummings said. Women’s basketball to take part in Think Pink While senior Hudson Har- hurst at 157, defeating Nick “We hope to get back into the rison earned a decision over Sanko 6-2, and senior Kenny win column, as we host top-10 The athletic department announced that the women’s basketball team will Bluska earned a decision over take part in the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) Think Pink Justin Brandel, 6-1, at 165 Ashland at home.” program on Saturday against Hillsdale. The Think Pink initiative is designed to raise breast cancer awareness on the court, across campuses, and in com- munities. More than 800 schools across the country are taking part in Think Pink Week, which begins Friday and goes until Feb. 17. Dianoski leaves women’s hockey team not play in the recent homestand for her.” Baseball ranked ninth in region by NCBWA From staff reports against Quinnipiac. Dianoski has played in 24 The Lakers’ baseball team is ranked ninth in the National Collegiate Base- “Right now, clearly it appears games for Mercyhurst this ball Writers’ Association (NCBWA) North Central Region Preseason Poll. Mer- Mercyhurst College junior for- this is the best thing for her to season, scoring two goals and cyhurst is coming off its second straight season in which it had 30 or more ward Melissa Dianoski has left do,” said head coach Michael adding six assists. She trans- wins, fi nishing 32-20 last season and returning 17 letter winners and seven position starters to this year’s team. the Mercyhurst College women’s Sisti to the Erie Times-News. ferred to Mercyhurst last season hockey team for personal rea- “We support her. The one thing from from North Dakota, as she Football adds non-conference game to fi nalize schedule sons. you realize is as much time as contributed to the Lakers’ most Dianoski, who is from Fair- we put into hockey, in the big regular season wins in school A day after the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) released the banks, Alaska, has a heart-related picture and the real world, it’s history. 2008 conference football schedule, Mercyhurst College announced the addi- not the most important thing in The Lakers did not play this tion of a non-conference football game where the Lakers will open the 2008 medical problem and would have season on the road traveling to former GLIAC opponent Wayne State Satur- remained sidelined indefi nitely life. This is her best move and past weekend, but do open a day, Aug. 30. while doctors determine the we appreciate her time here. We weekend series with rival Wayne extent of her problem, as she did hope everything works out well State University at the MIC. PAGE 30 SPORTS Feb. 6, 2008 Feb. 6, 2008 SPORTS PAGE 31 Laker Sports ‘Quick Hits’ Wrestling drops three matches Men’s basketball stays in GLIAC Last week’s results in N.Y. at Ithaca Quadrangular Men’s basketball……………...... ……………..Jan. 31, W 74-68, Northwood Feb. 2, W 67-66, Saginaw Valley State Women’s basketball…………...... …………..Jan. 31, L 68-67, Northwood Lakers look to rebound against No. 10 AU hunt with two wins on weekend Feb. 2, L 91-72, Saginaw Valley State Men’s hockey………………...... ………………………Feb. 1, 6-3, Holy Cross Feb. 2, 2-1, Holy Cross Joe Goetz 6-1 at heavyweight. standing play. Smith, who hit Men’s tennis……………………...... ……………………Feb. 3, L 8-1, Carnegie Mellon By Kirk Campbell Even though the Lakers won By Christine Mersch three of his fi ve 3-pointers in Men’s volleyball………………………...... ………….Feb.1, L 3-0, Loyola Chicago Staff writer fi ve-of-ten matches, a forfeit at Staff writer the fi nal seven minutes of play, Feb. 2, L 3-0, Lewis Wrestling……………………...... ………….Feb. 2, L 29-9, Eastern Michigan 184 pounds proved to be too led Mercyhurst with 23 points. Feb. 2, L 21-12, Ithaca After moving up four spots much for Mercyhurst to avenge The Mercyhurst men’s basket- Mathis fi nished with 17 and Feb. 2, L 25-13, Binghamton to No. 12 in last week’s Divi- and lost 18-15 to the Bombers. ball team delivered gut-wrench- McTear scored nine. Sopho- sion II wrestling poll Mercy- Harrison and Gallo fi nished ing play this past weekend, more Ryann Bradford chipped hurst College wrestling team their perfect afternoons against rallying back from double-digit in eight and had six rebounds. Smith/Achesinski athletes of the week dropped three contests Satur- Binghamton by shutting out halftime defi cits to earn two key “Teams don’t know who to Mercyhurst basketball players senior Terry Smith of the men’s team and day at the Ithaca Quadrangular their opponents 5-0 and 6-0. GLIAC victories at the Mercy- focus on,” said McTear. “You freshman Amy Achesinski of the women’s team have been named athletes in Ithaca, N.Y. Gallo defeated Anthony hurst Athletic Center. can go to either one of us. We of the week. Smith scored 23 points in each game in a pair of come-from- However, all of the losses Senior Hudson Harrison Esposito at 197 and Harrison On Saturday Mercyhurst all can come through in clutch behind conference wins this weekend. Achesinski had 42 total points in two beat Brett Nelson at 165. overcame a 14-point defi cit to situations.” games this weekend, shooting 65 percent from the fi eld and 92 percent were against stiff competi- from the free-throw line. tion, as Binghamton and East- pounds, junior Trevor Gallo Bluska picked up his second defeat Saginaw Valley State Uni- Two days earlier, Mercyhurst ern Michigan were Division I won 5-4 over John McClure at win of the day pinning the versity (SVSU) 67-66. The win had a thrilling comeback win Men’s hockey named team of the week opponents and Ithaca is ranked 197 pounds. Bearcats’ Michael Patterson came two days after the Lakers against Northwood University. No. 22 in Division III. Against Ithaca, red-shirt in 1:23 at heavyweight, while (12-10, 6-6 GLIAC) rallied from The Lakers rallied from a 12- The Mercyhurst men’s hockey team climbed into a tie for fourth place in freshman Josh Shields made the Atlantic Hockey Association by sweeping Holy Cross in two come-from- Binghamton downed the junior Payne Lint recorded a 6- a 12-point defi cit to beat North- point halftime defi cit. behind wins this past weekend. On Friday the Lakers came back from an Lakers 25-13, Eastern Michi- his return to the mat after 5 decision over Tyler Malmberg wood University, 74-68, in over- Trailing by two with 10 sec- early 2-0 fi rst period defi cit to pick up a 6-3 win. The following day the Lakers gan won 29-9 and Ithaca nar- being injured since Jan. 5 and at 125. time. onds left in regulation, Smith picked up a 2-1 victory, as sophomore Neil Graham scored a shorthanded rowly escaped 18-15. defeated the Bombers’ David Falling to 7-12 on the year, In Saturday’s match-up against sank two free throws to send game-winning goal. In the Lakers’ opening ses- Priest 4-2 at 174. the Lakers will host No. 10 Ash- SVSU (8-12, 3-9 GLIAC), the game into overtime. In over- Gallo and Harrison both Men’s lacrosse tabbed No. 2 in USILA preseason poll sion, they managed only to win land tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the senior T.J. Mathis was the spark time, Mathis once again came three-out-of-ten bouts in a loss notched their second wins of Mercyhurst Athletic Center. for Mercyhurst, who earned its up big scoring six points, lead- The Mercyhurst men’s lacrosse team was ranked No. 2 in the United States to Eastern Michigan. the day, winning 6-5 over John The Lakers defeated the fourth consecutive victory with ing the squad to a 74-68 over- Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) 2008 Division II Coaches Pre- Junior Brain Pogel contin- Dale at 165 and 3-2 against Eagles 21-12 early this season the win. time victory. season Poll. The Lakers advanced to the NCAA Division II national champion- David Sbriscia at 197. at the NWCA/Cliff Keen Trailing 58-53, Mathis scored Mercyhurst fell behind early ship game for the fi rst time in program history last season, fi nishing with a ued his impressive season as record of 13-2. It also marked the most wins in a season in the program’s he defeated the Eagles Drew The Lakers’ sophomore National Duals. on the next two Laker posses- but used its improved defense existence. Lesko, 8-4, earning the Lakers’ Andy Lamancusa picked up “We had a tough weekend,” sions, bringing them within to battle back into the con- fi rst points at 149 pounds. three more points for Mercy- senior Don Cummings said. one. test. With a little over a minute Women’s basketball to take part in Think Pink While senior Hudson Har- hurst at 157, defeating Nick “We hope to get back into the Junior Brian McTear then remaining in the game, McTear rison earned a decision over Sanko 6-2, and senior Kenny win column, as we host top-10 drilled a 3-pointer to put Mercy- scored three to cut the lead to The athletic department announced that the women’s basketball team will Bluska earned a decision over take part in the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) Think Pink Justin Brandel, 6-1, at 165 Ashland at home.” hurst up 60-58. Saginaw stayed 60-58. program on Saturday against Hillsdale. The Think Pink initiative is designed in the game by hitting its foul On the next possession, to raise breast cancer awareness on the court, across campuses, and in com- shots and regained the lead 61- freshman Anthony Terry stole munities. More than 800 schools across the country are taking part in Think Dianoski leaves women’s hockey team 60. the ball from Northwood’s Pink Week, which begins Friday and goes until Feb. 17. Senior Terry Smith answered Tony Marcotullio, setting up a not play in the recent homestand for her.” with one of his fi ve 3-pointers. fast-break bucket by Bradford, Baseball ranked ninth in region by NCBWA From staff reports against Quinnipiac. Dianoski has played in 24 Saginaw tied the game at 63 tying the game at 60. The Lakers’ baseball team is ranked ninth in the National Collegiate Base- “Right now, clearly it appears games for Mercyhurst this with less than 40 seconds left. Northwood answered with a ball Writers’ Association (NCBWA) North Central Region Preseason Poll. Mer- Mercyhurst College junior for- this is the best thing for her to season, scoring two goals and Holding the ball for the Lakers’ lay-up. cyhurst is coming off its second straight season in which it had 30 or more ward Melissa Dianoski has left do,” said head coach Michael adding six assists. She trans- last shot, Mathis, scored 12 of Smith then hit his two free wins, fi nishing 32-20 last season and returning 17 letter winners and seven Scoot Williams photo position starters to this year’s team. the Mercyhurst College women’s Sisti to the Erie Times-News. ferred to Mercyhurst last season his 17 points in the second half, throws to send the game into hockey team for personal rea- “We support her. The one thing from from North Dakota, as she and sank a jumper with less overtime. Freshman forward Iddo Cohen reaches for the tip-off in last Thursday’s overtime win Football adds non-conference game to fi nalize schedule sons. you realize is as much time as contributed to the Lakers’ most than fi ve seconds left to put the Both teams traded baskets in against GLIAC opponent Northwood at the Mercyhurst Athletic Center. Dianoski, who is from Fair- we put into hockey, in the big regular season wins in school Lakers up for good. the fi rst few minutes. With the A day after the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) released the banks, Alaska, has a heart-related picture and the real world, it’s history. Then he forced a turnover game tied at 68, Mercyhurst’s the game away with four free “It’s so rewarding to me that Manchel said. 2008 conference football schedule, Mercyhurst College announced the addi- not the most important thing in The Lakers did not play this with two seconds remaining, Iddo Cohen blocked a North- tion of a non-conference football game where the Lakers will open the 2008 medical problem and would have throws. what we’ve talked about and The Lakers return to action season on the road traveling to former GLIAC opponent Wayne State Satur- remained sidelined indefi nitely life. This is her best move and past weekend, but do open a as Saginaw was inbounding the wood shot. He then blocked Head coach Gary Manchel what I’ve preached and what Thursday, Feb. 7 against day, Aug. 30. while doctors determine the we appreciate her time here. We weekend series with rival Wayne ball. another with seconds remain- was very proud of his team after I’ve been so hard on them about Wayne State at the Mercyhurst extent of her problem, as she did hope everything works out well State University at the MIC. Several Lakers provided out- ing, and Mathis and McTear put this weekend’s games. seems to be paying dividends,” Athletic Center. PAGE 32 SPORTS Feb. 6, 2008 Laker sports Fantastic fi nish

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