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MERCIAD Vol. 78 No. 19 Mercyhurst College 501 E. 38th St. Erie, Pa. 16546 April 20, 2005 Alumni day brings many back to ’Hurst Students receive career tips in the classroom from alumni who work in their fi eld “The students asked that it be con- business, communication, criminal jus- Way of Erie County; attorney general, Commonwealth of Pa. By Jaime Myers tinued as they thought it was a positive tice, education, history, hotel restaurant Joyce Savocchio ’65 - former Erie Outside Erie: Contributing writer experience,” said Liebel. “Of course, we and institutional management, intelli- mayor; Pierre Priestly ’81 (Chicago) - vice hope this year will be even better.” gence studies and sports medicine. JoAnn Barnes ’79 - senior human president and division manager, Invest- Move over professors because the It already seems like it is better. The Students also have the chance to fi ll resources director, Rentway, Inc; ment Property Exchange Services; alumni are coming in. This week, gradu- alumni event last year was only one day out a survey on how they like or dislike Mary Ellen Dahlkemper ’73 - chief Gary Calabrese ’79 (Hudson, Ohio) ates of Mercyhurst College are visiting with only seven alumni. This year, the the speaker and the event. If students administrative offi cer, Stairways, Inc; - director, sports medicine, Cleveland the classroom to share their “real world” alumni coming back almost tripled. So want other topics covered or have sug- Kevin Julius ’86 - McDowell High Clinic; experiences with students. the event was spread out over two days. gestions for future alumni events, these School teacher and author of “The Scott Donnelly ’88 (Pittsburgh)- On Thursday and Friday Alumni on Eighteen alumni will make their way things can be taken into consideration Abolitionist Decade-1829-38”; managing partner, Smallman Street Campus Days will take place for the back to campus this week to inspire for next year. Brad Fairfi eld ’90 - developer, Koehler Deli; second year in a row. Because of the students with the stories and journeys it Alumni from Erie: Brewery Square; Scott Koskoski ’00 (Pittsburgh) success of last year’s event, Pat Liebel, takes to become a professional. Alumni Rebecca Martin ’82 - vice president Steve Seymour ’85 - director of human - associate director of annual giving, head of the alumni offi ce, decided to from Erie and places from Pittsburgh to and marketing, Erie Regional Chamber resources, Country Fair, Inc; Washington & Jefferson College; make this an annual event. Chicago will attend. & Growth Partnership; Tom Parilla ’88 - fi nancial adviser; Dan Langan ’91 (Harrisburg) - presi- Students, faculty and alumni all They will speak in different classes Al Messina ’71 - executive director, Michael Malpiedi ’81 - vice president dent, Langan Public Affairs Inc; enjoyed it last year, so here we are throughout Thursday and Friday. Boys and Girls Club of Erie, Inc; of sales, NextMedia Radio; Russ Franklin ’75 (Pittsburgh) - vice again. Students can hear alumni speak about R. J. Zonna ’87 - vice president, United William Dopierala, Esq. ’72 - deputy president, Citizens Bank. ’Hurst students celebrate Earth Week PolioPlus 5k run this weekend By Brent Vlcek Contributing writer

On Saturday, April 23, the Mercy- hurst Rotaract Club will sponsor the third annual PolioPlus 5K run on the campus of Mercyhurst College. Rotary International’s commitment holds this annual event to fi ght the polio virus that still ravages many areas of the world. Emily Roach, race coordinator, states that it is a “common misconcep- tion that polio has been eradicated.” Developed nations such as the United States experience very few outbreaks of the polio virus. However, Roach said that under developed nations such as those in Africa still require aid to eradicate the virus. Where it takes U.S. patients only three booster immunizations to estab- lish immunity to the virus, it can take Students participated in Earth Week last year by cleaning up the Millcreek watershed and planting trees on campus. File Photos up to 10 immunizations for a person to attain full immunity in Africa. “Thus far, Rotary’s efforts and By Jennifer Ciccone It was almost 30 years ago when Mer- dents for the Protection and Appre- is really impressed with the students those of its partners around the world Contributing writer cyhurst students and faculty fi rst began ciation of Nature, organized a campus- involvement and willingness to help with have achieved a 99 percent reduc- to recognize this sometimes overlooked wide cleanup of the mouth of Mill Creek this year’s events. tion in the number of polio cases holiday. nearly four years ago to coincide with “Dr. Brown, Cathy Pedler (our campus worldwide. The goal is to eradicate With the hustle and bustle that spring Sister Maura Smith has been accred- Earth Day. Sustainability Coordinator), Jo Ellen and polio this year, which is also the cen- time brings, Mercyhurst College is host- ited with introducing the concept in Since then, the festivities celebrating I fi rst met in September, so it’s a year- tennial year for Rotary,” said Roach. ing an entire week of events that will be her environmental studies classes nearly Earth Day have blossomed. long planning process,” says Magoc. To accomplish this goal, the Rota- dedicated to making students aware of three decades ago. Dr. Chris Magoc, one of the faculty ract Club has organized volunteers Earth Day and its purpose. Most recently, the SPAN club, Stu- planners for this year’s Earth Week, Please see Earth on Page 3 and raised money. Roach said, “The purpose of our race is to raise money and then donate to Rotary for their cause.” Martin Espada wraps-up Literary Festival The race began in 2003 by alumnus having a imposing presence, a grizzly bear of ing work in an excerpt from the poem Danielle Poole. Since then, the race By Chelsea Boothe book named a man with dark eyes that devour the Jorge the Church Janitor Finally Quits, has grown as more runners joined to Contributing writer an Ameri- page. His poems are, by turns, ferocious, “No one can speak my name, I host the raise money for the cause. can Library tender, ardently political or touchingly fi esta of the bathroom, stirring the toilet About 40 runners signed up for the The last of the three authors gracing Association biographical.” like a punchbowl.” race already. This week, Roach would the Mercyhurst campus during the Lit- Notable Epada’s poems have the ability to “The Spanish music of my name is like to see 20 more runners sign up. erary Festival is Martin Espada. Book of the catch the reader off guard, and while lost when the guests complain about Not only will the race benefi t the Epada will be presenting “Alabanza: year, the Pat- he may be talking about a subject that toilet paper.” fight against the poliovirus, it will In Praise of Poetry” in the Taylor Little erson Literary seems relatively normal, he makes it He offers his readers a new and/ raise awareness among the student Theatre, on Thursday, April 28, at 7:30 Achievement, extraordinary. or different look at something that population. p.m. Espada is regarded as one of the an American Photo Courtesy of Dr. Schiff It is said that his writing arises from someone might otherwise overlook as “This race benefi ts the students leading poets of Puerto Rican heritage Book Award, Martin Espada his Puerto Rican heritage and his work unimportant. because it raises awareness about in the United States. a PEN/ experiences ranging from bouncer to As the last of three outstanding other countries and their plight as well The Brooklyn native’s poems have Revson Fellowship and two NEA fel- tenant lawyer. authors the English department encour- as provides students with an easy way been published in The New York Times lowships. His versatility will be seen a week ages everyone to come to Espada’s read- to do something for the greater good Review, Harper’s, The Nation and The In an interview with Espada, Steven from Thursday when he reads at the ing and experience, “the Pablo Neruda of humanity,” said Roach. Best American Poetry. Ratiner, from the Face and Place of Mercyhurst. of the North American authors.” Please see PolioPlus on Page 3 A few of his many honors include Poetry said, “Martin Espada is an Here is a small sample of his outstand-

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came surprisingly quickly. In the minutes after it became By Tom Hundley and Steve When smoke began to curl clear that there was a new pope, Kloehn from the Sistine Chapel’s chim- the faithful in St. Peter’s Square, ney a few minutes before 6 p.m. and millions watching on televi- VATICAN CITY, Cardinal Rome time, confusion reigned. sion around the world, still did Joseph Ratzinger, a doctrinal Some in the crowd thought it not know the identity of the conservative who emerged as a was white; others were sure it was new pope. All eyes turned to the pivotal fi gure in the days follow- black. Italian television declared balcony of St. Peter’s and the ing Pope John Paul’s death, was it white and so did the Vatican curtained door that would open elected pope Tuesday. switchboard, but Vatican Radio to reveal the cardinals’ choice. The German prelate, who said black. Cardinal Jorge Arturo Medina turned 78 Saturday, will be the The bells of St. Peter’s Basilica Estevez, the senior cardinal dea- Roman Catholics’ 264th succes- were supposed to clarify the mat- con, appeared fi rst, and at 6:42 sor to St. Peter. He will be known ter. But at precisely 6 p.m., the pm he told the world “habemus as Pope Benedict XVI. bells began tolling the hour, papam, we have a pope.” Although the announcement adding to the confusion. Finally, He introduced Ratzinger as was greeted with delirious cheers when the bells started to toll at Benedict XVI. by the multitudes gathered in St. a few minutes after the hour, it The initial reaction of the Peter’s Square, the choice is cer- was clear that a new pope had crowd was mixed. Some seemed tain to be a controversial one. been elected. confused, but others began “Dear brothers and sisters, An air horn sounded. Flags chanting, “Benedict! Benedict!” after the great pope John Paul waved and songs in different Ratzinger, the fi rst German II, the cardinals have elected me languages were lifted toward the pope since the 11th century, has a simple, humble worker in the balcony where the new pope not yet explained his choice of vineyard of the Lord,” he told would appear. name, but the last Pope Benedict, the faithful from the balcony of From all over Rome, people who reigned from 1914 until KRT Photo St. Peter’s Basilica. fl ocked to the square. Via della 1922, worked to bring peace dur- After taking the name Pope Benedict XVI, German Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger greets the “The fact that the Lord can Conciliazione, the broad avenue ing World War I. crowd in St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City, Italy. work and act even with insuf- that leads to St. Peter’s, became The election marks the conclu- fi cient means consoles me, and a fast fl owing river of humanity, sion of the most widely watched windy day, underscored the tow- In the venerable tradition of ent parts of the world: issues of above all I entrust myself to your some strolling, some sprinting change in leadership in the his- ering presence John Paul II had papal conclaves, the week leading economic justice and a crippling prayers,” said Ratzinger, who ap- toward the square to see the an- tory of the 1.1 billion-member in the church, in life and in death. up to the voting was fi lled with priest shortage in Latin America; peared smiling and serene. nouncement. Roman Catholic Church, a dra- A ritual designed for pomp and speculation about campaigns a drift away from Christian roots As head of the Congrega- Monsignor Thomas Fucinaro, matic three-week period that dignity gave way to cheers and and counter-campaigns, which in Europe; the priest sex abuse tion for the Doctrine of the originally from Lincoln, Neb., began with the April 2 death of chants as the crowd showed its cardinals were surging and which scandal and technological tangles Faith, Ratzinger served as Pope but a longtime Vatican staff John Paul II. enthusiasm for the pope, some were fading. in North America; a vibrant faith John Paul’s theological enforcer. member, was waiting with fellow To the surprise of even church even calling for his immediate But this conclave was unlike mixing a clashing with other Many who know him person- priests along one of the wooden leaders, millions of pilgrims sainthood. previous gatherings of cardinals faiths in Africa and Asia. ally describe him as shy and barricades. streamed into Rome to pay their Those images were not lost on in many ways. It was the largest, Then on Monday, the cardi- reserved, but his strict enforce- “The fact that this was such a respects to the late pope, some the cardinals, who had to make with 115 electors, and the most nals made their last public ap- ment of John Paul’s conservative brief conclave is a clear sign of waiting in line 10 or even 20 their way through the crowds of international, with 52 nations pearance, a solemn procession views and his harsh silencing of the unity of the cardinals,” he hours to spend a few minutes mourners all that week. represented. in scarlet from the Vatican’s several prominent theologians said. “We are all ecstatic.” praying before his body. Insiders said that many of the And while all but two of the Apostolic Palace into the Sistine established his reputation as a After two inconclusive bal- A quarter of a million mourn- cardinals were truly amazed by men had been made cardinals Chapel, all shown on live televi- somewhat divisive fi gure. lots Tuesday morning, and one ers pressed into St. Peter’s Square the outpouring. In the week that by Pope John Paul II, sharing sion for the fi rst time. As successor to the immensely Monday evening, Ratzinger was for John Paul II’s funeral, while followed, as they agreed not to a certain understanding of the Then, as the double oak doors popular John Paul, whose 26-year elected in the conclave’s Tuesday an estimated 2 to 3 million more speak publicly about the choice church and its teachings, they swung shut, the focus shifted yet papacy combined bold political afternoon session on what would found other spots in and around they faced, many of the 115 elec- brought into the Sistine Chapel again. This time, all the digital, strokes, an epic global pilgrim- have been either the fourth or Rome to watch on television, an tors focused on the response to a wide array of concerns and high-resolution, instantaneous age and a death that provoked fi fth ballot. experience they shared with hun- John Paul II’s death, and tried to points of view. technology of the world media mourning worldwide, he faces a A total of 77 votes, the sup- dreds of millions more around fi gure out how to harness that As the cardinals remained turned to a simple stovepipe daunting task. port of two-thirds of the 115 the world. enthusiasm as the church moved mum, attention turned to the poking through the roof of the But the election of Ratzinger cardinal electors, were needed. The funeral, on a chilled and forward. priorities of the church in differ- chapel. Exam anxiety blooming, but it doesn’t have to be debilitating with students of all skill levels, When reassurance and honing tenses, then relaxes part of the Simple test anxiety is treatable is bright. By Katherine Spitz said many students who suffer study skills aren’t enough, stu- body, and a few minutes of without use of medication, Just like many of the students Knight Ridder Newspapers from test anxiety feel that way dents often benefi t from getting breathing focus. Hale added, and the prognosis who have the problem. because they simply haven’t put some help from a university’s For some college students, in the hours they need to master counseling services, Love and test anxiety is as predictable as the material. Gwin said. the spring fl owers blooming on “It’s justified anxiety,” she Hale, a psychologist, said stu- campus. Not that these students said. dents who have test anxiety usu- would notice the flowers, or For those who feel anxious ally come for counseling either Laker Inn anything else, as they get ready because they aren’t prepared, because they are self-referred, or Spring Term for fi nals. the answer is obvious: Prepare because of a professor’s sugges- When University of Akron better. tion. Hale said when treating a OLD FAVORITES: student Raj Nandi takes an exam, However, Hale said the stu- student, he fi rst does a thorough Galley Grill it becomes an all-encompassing dents he treats for test anxiety evaluation, to see whether the Chicken Fingers experience. have almost always put in the anxiety affects other aspects of NEW ITEMS: Sizzling Salad “I’m antsy,” said Nandi, 31, study time, obviously know their a student’s life or is limited to the Ruby’s Famous Pizza a University of Akron graduate stuff and still have problems. testing situation. Tropical Island Oasis student in business administra- Many students who attend Students who have simple Grilled Chicken Sandwich tion. “My wife stays away from Case Western were at the top, test anxiety often benefi t from Fruit Smoothies Strawberry me. She just stays out of my or near top, of their high school two strategies understanding Hours of Operation: way. And I have a little trouble classes, Hale explained. They can the thought processes that are Banana sleeping.” become very anxious and thrown making them anxious, and learn- Monday-Friday 8:00am-1:00 a.m. Piña Colada No matter that Nandi com- off by a new environment. ing some concrete relaxation Saturday 1:00pm-1:00 a.m. pleted a rigorous engineering “When they come here, they exercises. Potato Skins Sunday 5:00pm-1:00 a.m. undergraduate major, and has are thrown in with students who Gaining an understanding of French Toast successfully taken test after test are also the cream of the crop the thinking that contributes to and has done well; he still gets and they may no longer be top test anxiety is critical, Hale said, 1/2 lb. Galley Burger nervous. dog,” Hale said. “The curve gets because it gets to the root of the It’s a problem that affects completely reconfi gured and in- problem. Usually, a student feels many students. As fi nals near, it’s credibly stressful for them.” anxious because he or she be- the busy season for those who Hale said he often works with lieves they “must” get an “A” on OLD FAVORITES: provide counseling or academic students who know the mate- a test, or it will set up a string of Laker Express Grilled Chicken Salad support for college students who rial thoroughly even tutor their misfortunes. Hale said a student’s Turkey Bagels have trouble dealing with the friends and still draw a blank train of thought generally runs NEW ITEMS: stress of exams. when it comes time to take the something like the following: Meals in a Minute Crispy Chicken Salad Common symptoms of test test. Feelings of anxiety easily can “`I have to make sure I do Macaroni and Cheese Ham and Turkey Subs anxiety include: trouble sleeping cause a student to be unable to perfectly on these tests. If I don’t Stuffed Shells Chocolate Chip Cookies or waking up in the night, wor- access the information that he or make an A on the test, I won’t do rying, having a rapid heartbeat, Chicken Parm she knows, he said. well in the course. If I don’t do Hours of Operation: sweaty palms, or feelings of nau- It is also very common for well in the course, my GPA goes Penne Pasta w/ Alfredo sea, say experts and area students. adult learners generally defi ned Monday-Thursday 11:30-8:00 p.m. down. If my GPA goes down, I Sauce Perhaps the most distressing as age 25 or older to have test won’t get a good job. If I don’t Friday 11:30-3:30 p.m. symptom is completely blanking anxiety, because they feel a lot of get a good job, I won’t be able Board Equivalency Available: Saturday & Sunday Closed out during the test. additional pressure, said Debo- to pay off my student loans. I’ll 11:30-8:00pm “Test anxiety comes up, more rah Gwin, director of the Adult never be happy. And...” so than you would ever imag- Resource Center at the University Hale said he helps this kind ine,” said William Hale, Ph.D., of Akron, which provides servic- of student learn to replace these assistant director of the Univer- es to students who are juggling anxiety-producing thoughts with FEATURES: sity Counseling Services at Case many roles in their lives. more realistic, less catastrophic Western Reserve University. “What brings our adult learners thinking. Subconnection Meatball Sub Test anxiety occurs in various back to school is what I call the “I bring it back to the here and Baja Chicken degrees. Not all anxiety is bad, four D’s death, disability, down- now,” he said. “This is one test. I SATURDAY SPECIAL: BBQ Chicken because it can motivate a stu- sizing or divorce,” said Gwin, look at where the perfectionism dent to hunker down and study, who added that about one-third comes from,” Hale said. Any foot long Sub just $3.25 Hours of Operation: experts said. of the university’s students are In addition to changing au- “A bit of that sharpens your considered adult learners. tomatic, negative thoughts, a cash and campus card only! Monday-Friday 11:30-9:00 p.m. attention and makes you more “If you’ve got three kids student will benefi t from learn- add $1.00 for a combo! Saturday 1:00pm-9:00 p.m. alert,” said Ronnie Love, a read- at home and you’ve lost your ing some simple relaxation ex- Sunday 5:00pm-9:00 p.m. ing and writing specialist at Kent spouse or your income, you have ercises, Hale said. Hale favors State University’s Academic Sup- to do well,” she said. “Also, you progressive muscle relaxation, a port Center. Love, who works have less time to prepare.” process in which a person fi rst April 20, 2005 THE MERCIAD PAGE 3

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PolioPlus walk/race Parking issues, again? [email protected]. Emily Continued from Page 1 Roach, race coordinator, can be Both walkers and runners are reached at 824-3956. By Jason Endress welcome; registration starts at You must include the follow- Contributing writer 8:30 a.m. and the event offi cially ing information: name, address, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Entrance T-shirt size, phone number, e- Parade Street residents and fees are $15 for Mercyhurst mail address, age group (Under Mercyhurst College have had a students, $20 for pre-registered 30 Men, Over 30 Men, Under 30 rocky relationship this academic runners/walkers and $25 the day Women, Under 30 Women) and year, from students disturbing of the race. race style (run, walk). the peace, to the month-long To register, send your check, Following the race, partici- battle over the fate of the empty payable to Mercyhurst Col- pants can enter a Chinese raffl e lot adjacent to the new Parade lege Rotaract Club, to Emi- for a chance to win a prize of entrance. ly Roach, R1524, Mercyhurst their choice. Refreshments will The year is almost over, but College, 501 E. 38th St., Erie, also be available at the end of residents on Parade street are PA 16546. Or you can e-mail the race. complaining again. This time they are focusing on the parked cars on the city street infront of ’Hurst celebrates Earth Week their homes, causing Mercyhurst to crackdown on freshman park- Continued from Page 1 an Engineered Age.” 8:15-10 ing. p.m., Taylor Little Theatre Many residents have also ex- Considering the amount of Bill McKibben lecture pressed anger towards the college planning and effort put into this Friday, April 22 “Earth Day,” for the creation of a park on that year’s celebration, the outcome 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sisters of Mercy lot, some going as far as to say should be fantastic. Motherhouse, 444 E. Grandview it’s part of Mercyhurst’s “plan” When asked why it is impor- Blvd.Fair Trade Fair – Sale of to eventually own all of Parade tant for students to get involved crafts, jewelry, other products. Street in City Council meetings with Earth Day Magoc said, Proceeds promote sustainability in late 2004. “Our week-long celebration of and social and economic justice In previous articles, former Katie McAdams/Photo editor Earth Day is an opportunity for in developing nations. President William Garvey dis- Mercyhurst neighbors on Parade Street are irked because of student cars parked on us to deepen our understanding Also, the public is welcome to missed these claims as “ridicu- their street. of environmental issues and to join the Mercyhurst community lous”, emphasizing that Mercy- reaffirm our commitment to in the fi fth annual Mill Creek hurst treats its neighbors with violation of the Student Conduct which where Director of Resi- Freshmen, unless employed work every day of the year for a Cleanup on Saturday, April 23, consideration, and that the col- Code, and these students are dence Life Laura Zirkle bore in the area or hailing from states sustainable future for ourselves, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants lege supplies immediate residents therefore potentially subject to the brunt of Erie residents’ farther than Pennsylvania, Ohio our region and our children.” will gather at the mouth of the with presidential passes which disciplinary action. complaints, Councilman Jim or New York, are generally Magoc feels that the events creek, which can be accessed allow free admission to campus Police and Safety scanned the Thompson volunteered his ser- not permitted to have cars on will help students realize the off the Bayfront Highway by events such as concerts or dance license plates on Parade Street vice as an intermediary between campus until spring term. Many environment’s imporance. taking the Ore Dock Road north shows. to fi nd out which were student the city and the college. of these students have circum- “We have planned a dynamic at Sunburst Electronics for a One of the major complaints owned. The e-mail instructed the Since then, measures have been vented this by parking on area series of events that celebrate the quarter mile. from Parade Street residents students to attend a meeting in taken to rein in Mercyhurst’s streets, generally Parade. interdisciplinary nature of envi- For those of unable to attend was students parking on the the fi rst fl oor Egan lounge this off-campus students, which have The effort on Parade to track ronmental issues, reminding us these weeks’ events but still street. This has led to parking past Sunday. increased dramatically in recent down students sidestepping the of how these issues touch every want to participate in making diffi culties for residents, as well Students iwere then informed years to well over 100 students. lack of parking on campus is a realm of intellectual endeavor on the world a better place, you can as damage to the boulevard, as that their cars must be registered Disagreements between resi- small step in dealing with the this campus,” said Magoc. always consider the option of improperly parked cars force through the school or they will dents and the college have once ongoing problem of fi nding a “We hope that these events can living in the “Green” Building. snow plows over onto it. face disciplinary action. This ac- again returned to parking, which parking spot, which affects the help shatter the myth that ‘the Dr. Magoc was adamant about Mercyhurst has taken action tion on the part of the college is has only gotten worse in the past upperclassmen as well as the environment’ is an issue best left clearing up the rumors that there on this end recently, sending emblematic of efforts through- few years. As the student popula- freshmen. to scientifi c or corporate experts, was no televisions or computers individual e-mails out to stu- out this academic year to live tion grew to its current ideal size Any students with unregis- or to “environmentalists.” To be allowed, but that simply is not dents who have been parking comfortably with its neighbors. of more than 3,000 students, tered vehicles must register their fully informed, engaged citizens true. on Parade with unregistered cars. After several City Council the amount of cars on campus vehicle with Police and Safety or demands that we learn about “We will be encouraging con- Unregistered automobiles are a meetings in late 2004, one of increased as well. face disciplinary action. issues that affect us all, includ- servation (turning things off ing the quality of our air and when not in use, for example). water, the threats posed by global Students who live here will have warming, the links between a number of advantages, includ- Robert Bly inspires students natural resources, globalization, ing a newly refurbished “green” and foreign policy, and the pro- lounge (with a “cyberbar”) de- tection of wilderness that refl ect signed by students and faculty in and work. the values and heritage of all Interior Design and the provision By Chelsea Boothe Dr. Gerry Tobin, a profes- Americans.” of environmentally responsible Contributing writer sor and counselor on campus, According to Magoc,“There products such as paper products said the reading was, “Inspir- are two myths regarding Earth and cleaning supplies. They will The international poet, transla- ing, thoughtful, provoking and Day, and they are linked: That also be provided with a member- tor and author, Robert Bly gave heartfelt.” these problems were solved ship to the Whole Foods Co-op, an entertaining and wonderful Bly began the evening by read- long ago, and that whatever where healthier foods are avail- reading of his work on Tuesday, ing some of the work he had concerns raised these days are able,” said Magoc. April 12, and the following day translated from other parts of being pushed by a minority of “This is unprecedented, a offered a workshop for the cre- the world. raving tree-huggers who have chance for students to make his- ative writing students. Bly said, “It’s translated into nothing else to do, or who are tory, to model environmentally Those able to attend his read- English, and then I translate it out to destroy the American way responsible ways to live, to point ing met a man who they could into American.” of life.” the way for all of us toward the instantly feel comfortable with, His style of reading was quite To help dispel these miscon- future.” almost as though they had known unique. He would read his ceptions a variety of events and Whether it be attending a him for years. He delivered each favorite lines more than once, seminars have been scheduled seminar, signing up to live in the poem as though he were talking interrupt to explain a particular throughout this week: “Green” Building, or just taking one-on-one with each member phrase or custom of the culture Wednesday, April 20, at 4 some time out of your day and of the audience. he was reading from and some- Photo courtesy of Dr. Schiff p.m., Audrey Hirt Academic consider how you could make the Lakyn Bianco, a sophomore times stop during a poem to Robert Bly Center 214. The Economics world a better place you will be English major, feels the reading tell a story about his life or the of Sustainability – compelling helping convey the true message was worthwhile to attend. author’s life. He led the group in an exercise myself by looking at a fairy tale presentation on the economics of Earth Day. “I really enjoyed Robert Bly’s Bly later refl ected that, “when by looking at an object whether a or pine cone and then fi nd me.” of sustainability by international No good deed goes unpun- reading. He is very wise, genuine I’m translating I’m stealing good pine cone or card board box and Whether at his reading or in business professor Dr. Gustavo ished and by cleaning up our acts and funny. I could sit and listen sugar.” He uses different themes, refl ecting on the object. Then his workshop, those who had the Barboza, and visiting professor today, the future of our beautiful to him tell stories all night,” said forms and ideas from the poems Bly had each person refl ect on opportunity to experience Rob- of sustainable systems, Dr. Juer- Earth looks promising. Bianco. he translates. a fairy tale. ert Bly got a rare and wonderful gen Ertel. When asked what is one thing Bly was well received by the His own poetry is inspiring Finally, he told his students to opportunity. He gives each per- Thursday, April 21, 4:45- that that students should know entire audience of over 100 in-and-of itself, and this could think about what each person son he comes in contact with a 6:30 p.m., Zurn Hall 114. about Earth Day, Magoc replied people, and their enjoyment be seen by the way he had the wanted from their future. At wonderful memory. A roundtable discussion with “It’s every day.” could be felt during the stand- audience mesmerized with each the end each member of the The one criticism of the whole Bill McKibben on his book, ing ovation. Some were drawn line. workshop had written a prose evening was that it was diffi cult “Enough: Staying Human in to him because of his powerful The following day during the poem. to hear him if you were sitting at voice that changed inflection, workshop he had a somewhat Jessica DeMaison, a senior at the top, and the people who were tone, speed and pitch throughout smaller group, but they were Mercyhurst, refl ected at the end, complaining were upset because each poem; others because of his equally captivated by his every “It was an amazing experience. they wanted so badly to catch honest humor about his own life word. I didn’t think I could look into every single word. Be� er than the Beach Tanning Boutique ’Hurst plans memorial for Matthew Milgate 2627 Parade Street Turcotte, who is arranging the more Chris Bodley, says he truly one a chance to “make peace” Convenient to Mercyhurst By Josh Wilwohl event, Matthew’s parents and misses his friend and plans to and “say goodbye.” (Corner of 27th and Parade inside Reel Entertainment Layout Assistant family will attend, along with attend the memorial service. Turcotte said that students Video) several of his friends. “Matty was a great kid, the like Bodley will also have the Students, faculty and admin- “We will be showing a slide- kind of guy that always had a opportunity to write thoughts ONE WEEK OF TANNING istration of the Mercyhurst show behind an acoustic accom- smile on his face. He’d help and memories of Milgate to his community continue to mourn paniment by two of Matt’s close you if he could, and offer help family at the service. ONLY $5.00 the loss of sophomore Matthew friends,” said Turcotte. to you, even if he couldn’t,” said “The event is a good way to Milgate who died March 17, in “Many of Matt’s friends will Bodley. get people together to share (7 consecutive days in our Solé Series) an accident on 38th Street. be talking and telling stories “I am going to remember him stories about him and celebrate New customers only - limited time offer In remembrance of Milgate, about him, and his family will the way he was in high school: his life,” said Bodley. students and friends teamed up be presented with an album and As the fun-loving guy, who was The service will be held from No appointment needed! with youth ministry to arrange such of Matt’s times at Mercy- always ready to help and fl ash 2 to 4 p.m. in the Walker Recital Open Every Day! a memorial service for this Sun- hurst,” she said. a smile.” Hall, with a reception in the day, April 24. One close friend and past Bodley feels the service is a foyer following the service. According to sophomore Sara roommate of Milgate’s, sopho- “great idea” and will give every- PAGE 4 THE MERCIAD April 20, 2005 FEATURES To contact: [email protected] Weight training can benefi t everyone structors who has over four years tips to follow. Shutler went from weighing By Jonelle Davis of weight training experience. In an article found on askmen. 160 pounds in his freshman News editor “I started lifting a little over com, Dr. William J. Kraemer, year to his current weight of 215 four and a half years ago, in the professor in kinesiology and pounds. Some people weight train ev- beginning of my junior year of physiology at the University of That was not until after he eryday and see no results. Oth- high school. I fi rst started lifting Connecticut in Storrs, says that learned how to train properly. ers are afraid to even attempt because I wanted to improve there are many simple rules “I started lifting in seventh the dreaded machines at the my strength and stamina for the to weight training that should grade in junior high football, but gym, but with a proper weight sports I played,” said Hessom. be followed to achieve health didn’t know anything about lift- training workout anyone can “When I started seeing results benefi ts. ing or diet at the time. I probably have the body they have always about a month into my program, The fi rst rule is that when lift- noticed a big difference in my dreamed of. I kept at it because it made me ing, a person should vary their body around sophomore/junior According to a recent study feel better mentally and physi- work-outs. year in college. I began to get ed- by the University of Maryland, cally.” It is recommended to “al- ucated on lifting and the proper weightlifting benefi ts everyone. Hessom now shares her love ternate among light workouts, diet plan,” said Shutler. For instance, the resting meta- of weightlifting with other Mer- moderate workouts and heavy He keeps his weight by training bolic rates are increased by cyhurst students through her workouts. Sometimes women fi ve days per week. seven percent after six months weightlifting lessons. use very light weights because “To gain both mass and of weight training. The lessons last between 30 of the fear of getting too mus- strength, one must lift heavy, That means that you can burn to 45 minutes and are offered cular. In reality, most women with around a four to six repeti- more calories while resting becu- Monday and Wednesday from don’t have the hormones to get tion range. I usually lift for 45 ase your body has lean mass, 10 a.m. through noon, or by ap- the type of muscle that men can minutes to an hour, sometimes which burns more calories than pointment. develop, but they will just lose fat even shorter. I keep my workouts fat mass. Appointments can be made at just under the skin and have more intense and focused. Currently, Weightlifting-pro.com also the Recreation Center. defi nition of their muscles,” said I lift one body part a day with a credits weight training to an in- When asked about the lessons, Kraemer. two-day rest after, so fi ve days crease in strength and muscular Hessom said she directs the “You just can’t go in and lift lifting and two days of rest,” endurance, an increase in fl exibil- training towards the results each heavy weights everyday, either, said Shutler. ity, less chance of injury, confi - individual wants. because the body gets used to With his current weight train- dence and overall well being. “The basic things I would go it and you won’t progress. One ing program, Shutler says that With a good weightlifting pro- over would be the form and key way to vary your workouts along with building mass, he feels gram a person will soon start to speed at which particular exer- is to include power exercises, healthier. notice less fat and more muscle. cises should be performed, as which have a speed or time “I feel much better after I lift The Mercyhurst Recreation well as the number of reps for component.” and much healthier overall. I Center is working to provide the results the person would Kraemer’s other rules to think that whenever someone students with the opportunity want. I would also explain how Katie McAdams/ Photo editor weightlifting include learning the gets a good sweat in from exer- to learn proper weight training to break up muscle groups for Senior Dave Shutler is living proof that weight training can principles of strength training cising and lifting, they feel better techniques and improve their different lifting days and show benefi t one’s health and happiness. and including resistance training about themselves and not so health. various lifts for those muscle when trying to lose weight. lazy,” said Shutler. The sessions are offered by groups,” said Hessom. including bench press, dumb- for each muscle group right off Learning about weight training Many students along with Shut- other Mercyhurst students who “One lesson would be made bell press, dumbbell fl ys, cable the bat.” and following a training program ler have also seen results from have found a passion and true to hit a particular muscle crossovers, etc.” Hessom’s weight training les- has been proven to give the body weight training. understanding for the impor- group. Like the first lesson “I would have people under- sons are great for students ready healthy effects. It has been proven that weight tance of weight training. would cover techniques, rep- stand techniques for a variety of to hit the gym and learn, but for Senior Intelligence Studies ma- training benefits one’s health, Nola Hessom, a junior at Mer- etitions and sets for a variety exercises but wouldn’t have be- students who do not want to jor Dave Shutler is living proof especially aiding in weight loss. cyhurst, is one of the student in- of exercises for chest muscles ginners do all kinds of exercises jump into a lesson there are basic of the results. Students travel to Los Angeles for conference for a taping of Jeopardy, had By Missy Mulvihill audience seats on Jay Leno and Contributing writer were given the opportunity to shake his hand. The National Broadcasting “I asked Jay for his autograph Society is a student organiza- and he came right over and tion that prepares students for pulled out his blue Sharpie and careers in the electronic media signed my autograph book!” fi eld. said Gardner. The organization is currently The conference came to an active on about 100 campuses end on the fourth day in a ban- in the United States. quet ceremony. This year, Mercyhurst joined Here students are rewarded other affiliate groups from and awarded for their hard across the nation and started a work. National Broadcasting Society To his complete surprise, the chapter of their own. “Advisor of the Year” award Mr. Dennis Lebec, a profes- went to Mercyhurst’s chapter sor in the communications advisor, Mr. Lebec. department, started the present “I really wasn’t expecting chapter and is the acting club that,” he said. advisor. Photos courtesy of Teresa Gardner All together this trip will no Mercyhurst’s National Broad- Senior Teresa Gardner (left) and junior Andrea Gilkinson (right) had the opportunity to attend the National Broad- doubt be one for the girls to casting Society chapter currently casting Socity conference earlier this term. remember. has eight student members and Two Mercyhurst students, se- “Some highlights of the con- sion was very benefi cial. We got mon thread.” “It was pretty freaking awe- is expected to expand to about nior Teresa Gardner and junior vention were getting to meet to rotate around the room and It was not, however, just work some!” Gardner exclaimed. 15 by the end of the year. Andrea Gilkinson, attended. lots of people in the industry. were able to speak with profes- and no play for the girls. Not only did they have a great Each year, the National Broad- The national conference was Marc Summers gave the keynote sionals in every fi eld.” They were able to take in such time, but they came out of the casting Society holds regional held March 8-12 and the day’s address; Omarosa Stallworth “It was a great opportunity to sights as the Grauman’s Chinese conference with experience. and national conferences for events included workshops, was a speaker, as well as John meet people and hear how they Theater, the Kodak Theater, the Gardner said she returned their members. seminars, panel discussions Miller, creator of “Jackass” and got their start in the business, Walk of Fame, the famous Hol- home with “lots of good ad- This year, the national confer- and great networking oppor- “Road Rules,” said Gardner. although the only common lywood sign and more. vice, some great contacts and ence was held in Los Angeles. tunities. “Also, the Career Focus ses- thread was that there is no com- The two even scored tickets memories.” Give blood because it is worth the shot Needles and horror stories should not hold you back from giving life

The Red Cross states that had a bad experience when do- “I have donated blood sev- By Missy Mulvihill most donors should wait about nating blood. eral times since I turned 17. My Contributing writer 12 months after getting a tat- “I’ve tried to donate blood mother has donated blood over too because of the concern for before at my high school but 50 times in her life, and I guess According to materials pro- hepatitis. I just sat there for 45 minutes she passed the desire to help vided by the American Red The same waiting period is with the needle sticking out of others down to me,” said junior Cross, only small fractions of the applied for a piercing, unless my arm.” Matt Beck. people who are able to donate you can prove that the needle “The nurse said my vein was “As a person with a rare blood blood actually do. Of course, was sterile and used just once. too small so the blood wasn’t type, it is important that I donate. we’d all expect to receive it, if If this is the case, there is no coming out fast enough. It hurt It is a necessary civic duty to help needed, but we don’t always want waiting time. and I was pretty bruised the others and it’s unfortunate that to give. Then again, a potential donor next day.” more people do not donate,” Numerous reasons will stop a may sometimes understand the Do not let these horror stories he said. person from donating blood. need for blood, but has already stop you from donating. The vast The bottom line is that the First, a person needs to be at had a bad experience or does not majority of people feel perfectly majority of people are scared or least 17 years of age, healthy and feel comfortable with the entire fi ne after donating blood; a very too nervous to donate because not have given any blood in the process. few will feel faint or dizzy, have of the needles or stories they’ve past eight weeks. “There are people in desperate an upset stomach or will bruise. heard. Also, needle contact from tat- need of the donated blood, and Other students have found There’s nothing to be scared of, toos or piercings can be an issue through blood donation you are donating to be a great way to give as donating blood will prove to for being eligible. helping to save a person’s life,” and even though Pascoe’s experi- be a rewarding experience and it “I was turned away from do- said junior Kathryn Reeners. ence was dramatic, she won’t let it can give you the opportunity to nating blood because I had just “I have given blood before and stop her from helping others. really help someone in need. gotten a tattoo and a piercing will most likely not do it again “It’s such a good cause so I will For more information on blood done recently,” said senior Derek because I passed out.” defi nitely try to donate again,” donation or where you can give, Gabriel. Junior Angie Pascoe has also she said. visit www.givelife.org. April 20, 2005 THE MERCIAD PAGE 5 FEATURES To contact: [email protected] Students solving energy problems

know the answers, or just sound give them experiences outside By Melissa Brandt silly. I had also lost my voice of the classroom that promote Contributing writer the day before so I was worried growth,” said Dr. Brown. about that as well. But as soon as “The biggest reward I got was However you spend your sum- we started, that all faded away.” to see the students and the cul- mer, I bet it doesn’t involve The students exhibited their mination of all their work at the researching the possibility of research through posters and ACS conference.” utilizing hydrogen as an alterna- presentations. The trip also allowed for some tive energy source. “We presented our research well deserved relaxation and Unless, that is, you were one with many other undergradu- fun. of the three students chosen to ate students from around the “Sara and I made sure to go present their innovative ideas at country,” said junior Nicole sightseeing around San Diego the American Chemical Society Vaccariello. while we were there. I had never National Meeting & Exposi- “People were able to walk been to the West Coast so it was tion. freely from poster to poster, all very exciting for me,” says The convention was held reading and asking questions Vaccariello. March 13-17 in San Diego, Calif., as they pleased. We basically “While we did end up get- and served as a marketplace of presented our research to other ting lost most of the time, Sara ideas for over 15,000 guests. undergraduate students, some and I did get to go to one of Attendees included chemists, graduate students and professors the beaches one day where we professors, graduate students from different universities.” watched a surfi ng contest.” and undergraduate students. Vaccariello, a biochemistry “There was lots of shopping “An abstract has to be sent in major and mathematics minor, Katie McAdams/ Photo editor in unique little stores, and we all to the ACS, and then they choose explained the premise and stimu- Jonathan Vadnal, Sara Houston and Nicole Vaccariello took their research to California had great meals with Dr. Brown. who is accepted,” said the trip lus behind the project. last month to present it to fellow scientists. Our hotel was down the street advisor Dr. Ron Brown. “Hydrogen is being looked at from little Italy, so we got some Three students, Sara Houston, as an alternative energy source “One day [this research] might didn’t do actual experiments in public speaking and presenting great Italian food there,” said Nicole Vaccariello and Jonathan for the future. The research en- help with creating fuel cells that a lab, we did calculations on a research,” said Vaccariello. Houston. Vadnal were all rewarded with tailed doing molecular mechanics contain carbon nanotubes,” said computer,” said Houston. The experience helped polish “There was a lot of walk- the opportunity to present their calculations on full models of Houston. While no prizes are received the participants for future pre- ing around the city and parks work before 900 other under- carbon nanotubes as a function Obviously, this level of experi- for the undergraduate portion of sentations. and just taking in the sunshine graduate students and an array of of tube geometry and hydrogen mentation requires quite some the convention, the experience At the Penn State Behrend while thinking of all the snow other participants and guests. coverage.” time for theorizing and gathering was not without rewards. Sigma Xi Conference on Sat- in Erie!” “It was nerve-racking at fi rst “This involved doing energy of data. “The experience at San Diego urday, April 16, Houston and Interested in learning more? just because the amount of minimizations calculations on Both Vaccariello and Hous- was amazing! I had never been to Vaccariello both won runner-up The student’s research topics will members in the American Chem- the computer using specifi c sci- ton have been working on this a big convention before, so it was awards for the chemistry section. be presented again at the Mer- ical Society was intimidating,” ence software. I looked to see project for about a year. Now a exciting to see how they are run The prize included $50 each. cyhurst Research Symposium said junior Sara Houston. what percentage as well as what senior, Jonathan Vadnal started and meet all the different people “This is the type of thing on May 1. “We were also nervous about pattern of hydrogen coverage work on his topic junior year. who are as excited about their we want to continue to work Keep your eyes open for fl yers the questions they might ask us was the most stable on the car- “All three of us worked on research just as I am about mine. with and involve students in around campus of more specifi c becuase we actually might not bon nanotubes.” computational chemistry. We It was also a good experience in the chemistry department to times. Eat more than charred hot dogs outdoors something inside of me decided food on it, and heating it up will and put them on a large bed of about 45 minutes to an hour. Using a blender or a smoothie By Jen Helbig I was ready to come out of my burn off much of the food. Use lettuce with the vegetables. � If you love onions, take a machine, combine about a cup of Features editor hole and sniff around the fridge a grill brush to clean before put- � If you don’t want to spend whole sweet onion (the smaller, ice to a half cup of yogurt/soy for some lighter foods. ting down your steaks. the money on ground beef, buy yellowish ones) and cut the end milk and one medium sized piece I had to borrow some Drain- And what good is eating a � Measure your burgers at a package of hot dogs. This is off that doesn’t have the stem. of fruit. Blend until smooth. o the other day to unclog our fun new meal if you don’t have about 4 oz., or about the size of less tasty and healthy, but it can Put it on tin foil (stem side down) � Some of my favorite com- kitchen sink. I had poured the someone to share it with? your palm. Cook until the inside feed many more people. Buy and fold the foil up around it. binations are banana with two last of my cabbage soup down I smell a barbeque. is not red anymore. Raw ground veggie dogs if you are not a fan Pour about a third of a cup of tablespoons of peanut butter, it, and a few chunks of potato Fortunatly, for those of you beef can carry bacteria from of hot dogs - you won’t taste the red wine vinegar, a tablespoon or (add whole peanuts for an extra got stuck in the drain. The last with the same idea, a new pavil- production, and the last thing difference. Put out condiments two of brown sugar and a little kick), strawberries with a table- opaque orange-brown liquid lion was built last year equipped you want is to give all of your like chopped onions, mustard, bit of garlic salt on top. Close the spoon of nutella (or you can use bubbling down the PVC abyss with grills, so just bring your friends food poisoning. ketcup, pickles, chili beans and foil over it and grill it for about two tablespoons of sweetened was my fi nal transition into the food and tongs, and you’re set. � If you want to be health shredded cheese. an hour. When you unwrap it, it powder chocolate), key lime spring. Not so fast though! Why would conscious, make a huge salad be- � For vegetarians, or those will be soft and ready to eat. yogurt with a lime and crumbled All winter I have been fol- you and your roommates feel like forehand, and leave the toppings who don’t want to spend so � If you want dessert, but pie crust from a ready-made pie lowing my primitive instinct to eating burnt Oscar Mayers when on the side in separate bowls. Try much time cooking beef, I rec- want something light and ener- crust, or a cup of blueberries hibernate. they could have made them the having chopped carrots, celery, ommend Morningstar Farms gizing before a game of volley- with two Oreos in vanilla yogurt. Something inside of me tells same way on the George Fore- olives, tomato, mushrooms and Grillers. You will only need to ball, I would recommend making Smoothies can be made back at me I need heavy soups with man all winter? peppers, sunfl ower seeds, raisins, grill them for about fi ve minutes smoothies. your apartment and frozen until soggy sourdough bread and Try a few of these outside din- grapes, chopped strawberries, from the freezer on a hot grill. � Have everyone bring a ready to be consumed. large bowls of pasta with thick ing techniques and that cutie in and croutons. Italian dressing is a � Instead of potato chips, try piece of fruit with them. Buy Hopefully, this primer has tomato sauce to keep that layer the short shorts will be heading healthier choice than Ranch. cutting a potato lengthwise into some yogurt or soy milk. Make made any grill novice feel secure of fatty insulation on my body. your way when she smells what’s � Grill chicken breasts with strips. Toss the strips in olive oil, sure they’re vanilla and not enough to light up the coals. During the snowy months the cooking. whatever spices you have in your garlic and some cajun seasoning. plain. If you are making every Your friends are sure to be diet doesn’t really seem that bad � Always heat up the grill be- cupboard. Make sure the juice Place them on tin foil and fold smoothie separate, use 6 oz. impressed when you reveal tasty to me. However, after the snow fore you are going to cook. The runs clear before you eat it. Split the foil in from the edges and yogurt cups of a complementary vegetables and fruits instead of from that last storm melted, last person may have left some the breasts in half for a serving, crimp in the middle. Grill for fl avor to your fruit. cole slaw and charred hot dogs. Spending an extra year at the ’Hurst One student shares her fi fth year experience as a graduate assistant greeted me as I walked to class, all offi ces, in schools, in other places that I have grown as a student, Cafe Diem By Courtney Nicholas the notes taken and all the snow around the world. a woman and an independent Contributing writer that had fallen. And it hit me that I was lone- thinker. All of the memories of Mer- ly. I have opinions and facts to Note: This article does not cyhurst College were welling up A few of my friends had stayed back them up, and I feel more refl ect the views or opinions of inside of me and I was ready to at Mercyhurst for their graduate confi dent and ready to approach April Special Mercyhurst College. burst with love and admiration degree, but they were working the real world. I cried at graduation as the So I guess you could say that speeches were delivered. four years at Mercyhurst wasn’t It was an amazing feeling; an It was beyond my control. enough for me. I had not achieved unexplainable feeling as I walked all the glory that I wanted so that Tall Storm Italian Soda $1.50 across the stage, shook President Obviously the man upstairs played is the reason that I came back. M & M $.65 Garvey’s hand and received my “ It was beyond my control. Ob- diploma. a big part in this past year and I viously the man upstairs played As I sat and stared at the wouldn’t have it any other way. a big part in this past year and I Warner Theatre Stage as the rest wouldn’t have it any other way. fACULTY sPECIAL: of my classmates received their My last year at Mercyhurst has 1/2 OFF SPECIALTY DRINKS diplomas, I started to think of ” been a growing experience and what my life would be after leav- - Courtney Nicholas there are so many people that ing Mercyhurst College. have played an important role I had spent four years inside in my life, and they know who the gates and now I had gotten for the college on the hill. during the day and had class they are and I have to take this LOCATION the ticket out. I guess I was lucky; I got to at night, so it was diffi cult to opportunity to thank them. HOURS It was hard to believe that four come back for another year. see them and spend time with As I prepare to take finals years had passed and that my I decided to pursue my second- them. and pack up all my Mercyhurst Sun.-Thurs. Evenings: Main Floor time at Mercyhurst was over. ary English education-teaching So I decided to branch out, and memories, I look back on the 6:00 - 12:00 a.m. As I sat through the com- certifi cate. I met some really great people past fi ve years and smile. I have Hammermill Library mencement ceremony I thought I interviewed and received a in class. learned much more from the Mon.-Fri. Mornings: of all the people I had met, the graduate assistant position with The adult students that I at- surroundings and people than I opportunities I had gotten and the residence life and student tended class with were great fun could have ever learned from any 8:00 - 12:00 p.m. the amount of growing that I conduct offi ce and was ready to and we became very close. class textbook. had done in such a short amount report for duty the end of July. I was navigating through the The college on the hill will of time. The year was tough at fi rst. I year, enjoying being back at Mer- always be a part of my life and I thought of all the late night walked around on campus, got cyhurst and learning a lot about I plan to return and pay homage study sessions, all the research food from the Laker Inn and sat education and myself. as often as I can. papers written and all the money in classes and really did not know My job responsibilities kept Mercyhurst isn’t just a college, spent on books. anyone. The people I had been me busy, and looking back on it’s a world set apart from the I thought of all the smiles that close to were far away working in the past year I can defi nitely say ordinary and I am glad that I PAGE 6 THE MERCIAD April 20, 2005

OPINION To contact: [email protected] Campus Question Do you make full use of the recycling bins on campus?

‘ Yes, I am on the recycling team and the

Mercyhurst green team. Katie McAdams/photo editor ‘ The new Green Apartments offer willing students an environmentally friendly way of living. Eric Blum, sophomore, Business

The environmental ‘ Yes, we need to conserve and cut down on pollution and be ‘ mentality of Mercyhurst more environmentally friendly. preserve the land, water and air for future genera- By JoEllen Taylor tions. Contributing writer The Green Dorm is an attempt to change the perspective that students at Mercyhurst have about the environment. Oil is not the only environmental Kathy Chiudzin, Mercyhurst employee The environmental awareness of the Mercyhurst concern. While driving more fuel-effi cient cars, College Community has grown substantially over carpooling and using other means of transportation the past three years. The networking between the can save the Earth from further ruin; simple acts many faculty, administrators and students that are of conserving energy, by limiting the use of elec- involved in the team and those of other depart- tricity and water to short run uses and not having ‘ No, but I recycle in my ‘ ments has led to the planning of many great events multiple energy sources being used simultaneously apartment. this year for Earth Week. and recycling can produce long run benefi ts. Our goal this year is to show how environmental We have all heard facts and statistics about en- issues affect every academic discipline. For this vironmental issues, but they seem to be going in reason, there are events planned that offer a variety one ear and out the other. While people complain of perspectives of the environment. about the air pollution, the condition of Lake Such events include the environmental politics Erie, and the high gas prices, they do not seem to Alecia Guerra, junior, Business roundtable, the poster display by students of dif- be vocalizing their opinions to their government ferent disciplines, the economics of sustainability offi cials or actually doing things themselves to ease presentation and the panel discussion with Bill the effects of the problems.

McKibben. The lack of awareness or activity to live environ- ‘ Yes, because they are located The students, faculty and administrators involved mentally safe cannot be placed only on the students, have worked very hard in putting this Earth Week but the college is presenting many opportunities to across campus and we are ‘ together. I, on behalf of the Mercyhurst Green be more educated. encouraged to do so. Team, would like to extend our greatest thoughts Earth Week is offering great events to learn more of gratitude and appreciation on a job well done. about the environment from many perspectives. We are all looking forward to this week and encour- The Millcreek Cleanup is a great opportunity to age students to attend any event possible for the physically clean up the Earth, and the Green Apart- duration of the week. ments is a great way to start to live environmentally Becky Bliss, sophomore, Elementary/Special-ed The project for next year that the Green Team is friendly. excited to observe is the Green Apartments. This While Mercyhurst College has evolved into an project is the result of the collaboration between environmentally conscious college, it is the role of the Green Team and Residence Life. This is just the students to help evolve the college further by one example of a successful partnership the Green practicing good environmentally safe habits. ‘ No, because I don’t pay ‘ Team has formed over the years. Just as most of us take at least 30 minutes a day The idea derived from The University of South to take care of our bodies by exercising, it is just attention to them. Carolina, which offi cially opened their fi rst “green” as important and easy to take care of the Earth in dorm, called West Quad. It is a 72,000-square-foot that amount of time. complex that includes three four-story buildings This can be accomplished through turning off that houses 500 undergraduates. The complex uses the lights in your rooms when you leave, not hav- 45 percent less energy and 20 percent less water ing the television and radio going when nobody is Chris Manchester, junior, Public Relations than traditional facilities of the same kind. watching or listening and not running the water Our Green Apartment project is a way for the when you brush your teeth or do dishes.

Green Team to install the initiative in students to try Like the University of South Carolina, Mercy- to be more environmentally conscious and to offer hurst can also be a role model for other colleges those students who want to live environmentally across the nation, but that will take help and co- ‘ ‘ sound an opportunity to do so. operation from the students. No, I just don’t think about it. Just passing and implementing laws cannot For the sake of each others’ health and the fu- secure the future condition of the environment. ture life style of our nation and others around the The mindset of the American society and culture world, the Green Team urges all of the students need to change. at Mercyhurst to start being more environmentally We were given this beautiful and bountiful earth aware, even if it is through small steps. Every little to enjoy, and it is our responsibility to nurture and bit helps! Nicole Rondini, freshman, International Business Oil and the Arctic: Is it all worth it? Silencing the rumors: By Dina Bastianini no telling how many animals would be killed if a Contributing writer large scale spill took place. This is a constant con- The truth about the Green Apartments cern as there is no way of safeguarding completely The United States was once home to vast tracts against this. Limited showers?! Limited appliances?! No Residents of the green apartments will focus of wilderness. Today, the National Park System is Another consideration is that this area is inhab- computer or television?! This is the buzz around mostly on the conservation of energy and water, necessary to protect the last areas of our country ited. A tribal people, the Gwich’in Nation, have campus regarding the “Green Living” apartments recycling and composting. Recycling receptacles that have not been exploited by business or popu- lived here for generations. This is their traditional available at Mercyhurst next year. Well, according will be provided for you, and your gas and electric lation growth. home, and their way of life will be forever altered to the Green Team, these are all rumors, so let me consumption will be monitored. In Alaska, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge with the introduction of oil drills. The reasons, set the record straight. Another idea being tossed around is creating protects beautiful scenery and a diverse range of then, for keeping the Arctic Refuge pure are not The “Green Living” apartments are a wonderful a garden where vegetables can be grown. This plant and animal life. This same area has been only animal rights but native rights as well. and unique opportunity for students to practice would save a pretty penny at the grocery store, as looked at by oil companies wishing to destroy the Thanks to an anti-environment attitude from the more environmentally conscious living. vegetables are rather expensive. ecological balance by drilling. The damage which Bush administration and Congress, this Refuge is The apart- Despite what some are saying, computers, would be done by the massive machinery needed likely to soon be opened up for exploitation and ments come televisions and other appliances are allowing in to extract oil, as well as the injury caused solely by destruction. The argument for allowing the drilling with some en- the complex. Their use is just to be limited, not the infl ux of the people required to drill, would is that this country desperately needs to reduce its vironmentally eliminated. be grave. dependence on foreign oil. While that is obviously healthy perks Allison You will be allowed to shower, but will be asked Moore Animal species could be severely endangered, or true, this is not the way to accomplish that goal. as well. Stu- to be quick and effi cient. No more standing there even wiped out. In addition, the country stands There are many other ways to combat the energy dents will be with the water running over you for 10 minutes for to lose its last great, untouched wilderness. Our problem. One is to explore other alternatives for provided with no apparent reason. children and all future generations could gain im- producing energy, such as wind or solar power. a Whole Foods As for the television, try just to watch your fa- mensely from this refuge as a travel destination or These methods would undoubtedly save money, Co-op mem- vorite shows and make sure it is turned off when simply as an educational tool. reduce our dependence on hostile nations in the bership, recycled paper and other green products. you are not in the room. The Refuge is home to countless species of birds, Middle East and are renewable. Other options Also, there is an environmentally designed lounge The same goes for your computer, don’t leave it fi sh, marine animals and mammals. This may be include producing more fuel effi cient cars. in the basement for all residents to share. on all night while you sleep. Also, when you are not the most diverse location, not only in the United However, these options continue to be ignored. Living in these apartments will also provide using a room, make sure the lights are turned off. States, but in the world. This makes our responsi- Advocates of drilling act as if the Alaskan Refuge students with unique opportunities unavailable All of these adjustments to your way of life are bility to protect the Refuge all the more important. holds the answer to the problem. In reality, it to others. minor. You aren’t being asked to become Amish It is an absolute fact that drilling will result in does not even come close to doing so. By most For example, transportation will be provided here! Just be aware of your surroundings and ac- damage to these animal species. The ecosystem is estimates, the oil extracted from this area will not to and from the Co-op, as well as environmental tions. Living an environmentally friendly lifestyle extremely fragile, and the destruction caused by oil be usable for 10 years, will not reduce the price events and outings around Erie. Trips include the will require some changes. But the benefi ts to companies is likely to be great. The unavoidable we pay at the pump and will not end foreign de- Allegheny National Forest, Presque Isle and Lake the environment and the chance to set a superior web of roads which will criss-cross the Refuge pendence. Erie Bluffs State Park. example for others to follow outweigh the nega- will prove to be extremely problematic, as this will This leaves the question, why destroy such a Residents will also take place in programming tives. disrupt many animals’ migratory patterns. great wildlife preserve for results that are distant with a focus on environmental issues on and off So, if you care about the environment and want The other danger of allowing drilling is the risk and marginal? campus. to start practicing what you preach, sign up and give of an oil spill. The effects of the Exxon Valdez So just how will students practice green living? the “Green Living” apartments a chance. disaster are still being felt 16 years later. There is April 20, 2005 THE MERCIAD PAGE 7

To contact: [email protected] OPINION

Religion can be linked to environmental policy

I’m sure we have all seen a movie or television groups that believe in biblical doctrine, such as the Well, considering that the end is drawing near, records of all members of the fi nal 108th Congress program in the past that had a crazy character or End Time and Jesus’ Second Coming, have many why should we try and preserve the earth or our and scores votes on the most important issues of two that many of us disregarded as an unimport- members residing in the Capitol. Not only are the ecological system? Why should we worry about the year, including environmental health and safety ant, somewhat pitiful attribute to the atmosphere issues I mentioned above infused and infected with enacting pesky, bothersome environmental regula- protections, resource conservation and spending of the fi lm. religious ideology, but now it seems that one of the tions when those who believe in the Rapture will for environmental programs. Frequently in a fi lm that takes place in a large met- most crucial aspects of society has been hard hit be saved and taken up into heaven? It is interesting to note that both James Inhofe ropolitan city such as New York, we may see these by religious evangelists: the environment. Many End-Timers believe that until the Second and Tom Delay have an amazing score of zero characters as enthusiastic religious zealots toting Christian evangelists are an extremely diverse Coming, the Lord will provide. Does this mean percent! Amazing! On the other hand, it should around signs group. Not every church believes in the Second the Lord will provide an unlimited amount of oil be mentioned that these two infl uential congress- that read, “The Coming, and not all members are right-wing anti- or other natural resources? Well then, if that’s the men scored high on other voting records. Inhofe End is Near,” environmentalists. There are also many divergent case, I’m all for the environmental deconstruction scored 100 percent and Delay 92 percent on the or “Repent: Corrie End of Time theologies and sects as well. that has occurred under the Bush administration Christian Coalition 2004 Scorecard, which records Doomsday is Thearle The two most politically infl uential are the dis- and the Republican-controlled Congress. the voting records of members of Congress who Approaching” pensationalists and the reconstructionists. Thank God we have people such as Senate Envi- supported the Christian Coalition’s position on or some other Dispensationalists espouse a “literal” interpreta- ronment and Public Works Committee Chair James important issues of the year. message fore- tion of the Bible that offers a detailed chronology Inhofe (R-Okla.) who stated that global warming The Christian Coalition is a grassroots organiza- casting the end of the impending end of the world. The social was “the greatest hoax ever perpetrated on the tion that considers members such as Delay and of the earth. and environmental crises of our times are consid- American people” in a comment made in a July Inhofe as political shining stars. Wait a second…. Usually when I see these characters, I simply ered portents of the “Rapture,” when born-again 2003 Senate fl oor speech. I’m reassured that mak- while looking at both the CC’s and the LCV’s shrug and realize that they have the right to espouse Christians, living and dead, will be taken up into ing the small attempt at recycling my pop bottle is scorecards, I seem to notice a pattern. Most mem- their own religious beliefs, but that my opinions heaven. Events such as the 9/11 attacks, legalizing a waste of time, since the end of the world is near bers who scored extremely low on the LCV chart, may differ and I don’t have to agree with these same-sex marriages and the tsunami devastation and until that time the Lord will magically convert scored extremely high on the CC card, and vice biblical revelations. this year are all considered examples of the im- all our landfi lls into plentiful natural resources. versa. It appears that many members, who support However, it is frightening to realize that these pending Rapture. Along with Inhofe, many numerous other Con- right-wing religious policies, do not support crucial apocalyptic world views are not limited to fi ctional- A slightly altered and even more dangerous End gressional leaders are self-declared members of environmental legislation. ized street harbingers, but that they are espoused of Time doctrine is held by the reconstructionists. many End Time factions, most notably our House I never thought the day would come in which by many political leaders throughout the United They believe that Christ will only make his Second Majority Leader and ethical friend, Tom Delay, a leading Congressmen could double as the fi ction- States. Coming when the world has prepared a place for member of the Christian Zionists (a faction will- alized Doomsday characters that we have seen in These congressmen and other political offi cials Him, and that the fi rst step in readying His arrival ing to force the Apocalypse upon the rest of the fi lm and television. are people who are entrusted with the job of is to Christianize America. It seems lately that our world). Is it not startling to realize that religious ideol- writing and implementing political policy. Now it secular democracy is slowly transforming itself into The nonprofi t League of Conservation Voters ogy has continued to affect the political system? seems that these political actions may be directly a theocracy where each political issue has been left (LCV) has published a National Environmental Should religious doctrine be allowed to infl uence infl uenced and shaped by their religious beliefs. open for religious consideration and intervention. Scorecard every Congress since 1970, the year environmental policy? Does this notion not sound It would be extremely naïve of me to believe that Unfortunately, this is something that resembles the it was founded by leaders of the environmental preposterous and frightening? If we continue to religious affi liation does not impact a legislator’s Christianized America in which many of our lead- movement following the fi rst Earth Day. The LCV ignore this pressing problem, then a Doomsday, in political agenda, as we have seen recently the ers are members of End of Time religious sects. represents the political voice for over nine million which the separation of Church and State has been political battles over same-sex marriage, stem cell Now you may be wondering how these religious members of environmental and conservation completely eradicated, is in fact upon us. research, abortion and euthanasia. Conversely, it views play a part in infl uencing environmental organizations. The Scorecard provides objective, is extremely alarming that certain fundamentalist decision making. factual information about the environmental voting

So what’s the deal with Do your part global warming anyway? and recycle By Ellen Koenig Contributing writer By Natalie Waddell-Rutter

Instructor, Environmental KRT Problem Solving The disposal of garbage is much like politics Recycling is an easy way to help the in that it’s a dirty business. I wish the amount of environment. media attention that has been focused on Tom Global warming – it’s one of DeLay the past couple of weeks about campaign It is true that the cost of recycling is higher than those environmental issues that funding would be focused on the more detrimental it is to produce a new product. However, when everyone’s heard something issue. That is the current status of recycling in you factor in the cost of disposing wasted materi- about, but no one really knows the United States. als, as well as the long-term effects that garbage any details. “Doesn’t it involve In fact, did you know that Americans consume dumps have on the environment and humans, the warmer temperatures?” you may 30 percent of the world’s resources, yet we com- monetary costs are balanced. think to yourself, “then what prise only 5 percent of the world’s population? Each individual must take it upon themselves to gives with the snow in April?” While I do love my country, awareness needs to do several things. One, recycle the typical items The dire warnings of environ- be brought to the public’s attention concerning of paper, aluminum, glass etc. At Mercyhurst, mentalists about “the evil of fos- the amount of waste that Americans produce. bins are provided all over campus where you can sil fuels” and “the perils of global Instead of recycling garbage and composting deposit such items. warming” just make you think biodegradable products, the majority of American Second, city councils and local governments of Chicken Little. So you may consumers simply throw goods in the garbage, have a tendency to cut the funding for recycling be wondering if global warming thus overfi lling this country’s garbage dumps and programs claiming that it consumes too much is a real problem, or just an idea waste facilities. Garbage dumps have notoriously of their local budget. When you go home for the environmentalists made up to had toxic runoff into local streams and water ways the summer, or even now, be aware of what is have something to discuss over that eventually contaminates the water. happening to your local recycling/garbage pick organic green tea and fair trade A report by the BBC stated that women who up and disposal. chocolate. live within three kilometers of a waste site are Third suggestion, if you remember the phrase While it’s probably not neces- more likely to deliver children with chromosomal “reduce, reuse, recycle and recover.” Taking steps sary that we give up most of our birth defects such as Downs Syndrome. I fi nd to actually follow this mantra will make you less worldly possessions and live in KRT this somewhat ironic, seeing as how these are the likely to produce as much garbage. And lastly, a communal yurt, global warm- These glaciers show the effects global warming can have kinds of diseases that researchers are discovering when shopping, try and buy products that have ing is a serious problem that on the melting of ice, resulting in higher water levels. ways to prevent. less packaging, as this contributes signifi cantly to we should be doing something The damage to the environment far outweighs the amount of trash that goes into the dumps. about. the effects that defective landfi lls have on hu- The truth of the matter is that recycling reduces So, what is it anyway? Well, more lake effect snow. Warmer of rising greenhouse gas levels mans. pollution, saves money, creates jobs and, most global warming is one element temperatures will also melt ice on our global economy” (chan- When moisture from the garbage gathers, it importantly, keeps garbage out of someone else’s of global climate change that is and snow worldwide, and lead to neling the nearest oil company creates two deadly toxins, which are greenhouse backyard. In return, it preserves the environment tied to greenhouse gas levels in an increase in ocean levels. president). Or get our butts in gases, thus furthering the problem of the green- and saves us all a little extra room. our atmosphere. Greenhouse Again, this is something that gear and address the problem house effect. gases help keep our atmosphere has already been observed. before it gets bigger and even warm even when the sun isn’t Rising ocean levels probably harder to deal with. shining. Too little, and you get won’t affect us here in Erie, Pa. Personally, I vote for option a frozen wasteland, like Mars. (although I would advise anyone three, but I need a little help to Too much, and the atmosphere thinking of buying ocean front get the ball rolling. The holds too much heat, like Venus property to hold off for a while, The biggest thing we can all where there’s liquid metal on the or buy a little farther inland – it’ll do is decrease our production MERCIAD surface. Just right, and you get be ocean front soon enough!) of greenhouse gases, which we Kelly Rose Duttine Editor-in-Chief [email protected] Earth with conditions perfect However, whole nations could mainly produce from fossil fuel Jonelle Davis News Editor [email protected] for life. end up underwater in the Pacifi c consumption. Jen Helbig Features Editor [email protected] The problem is, greenhouse Ocean. Heck, most of Florida Decrease your energy con- Allison Moore Opinion Editor [email protected] gas levels are rising in our atmo- below Miami is likely to end up sumption in your house (which Ryan Palm Sports Editor [email protected] sphere. No one disputes this underwater, and then where will will save you money anyway), Meghan Sullivan A&E Editor [email protected] fact anymore. What causes the people go to retire? choose energy effi cient vehicles Katie McAdams Photo Editor [email protected] arguments are decisions about Global climate change is also (shall we talk about those evil Melissa Jack Production Editor [email protected] what these rising greenhouse gas likely to include changes in storm SUVs?), and encourage poli- Kristen Piquette Advertising Manager [email protected] levels are going to do and what frequency and intensity, some ticians and policy makers to Sarah Dowden Copy Editor [email protected] we should do about it. areas are more likely to flood address the causes of global Emily Crofoot Graduate Assistant [email protected] As greenhouse gases increase, while others are more likely to warming. they absorb more heat, raising experience drought and we’ll While your personal choices our global temperatures. This see changes in where plants and are important, it’s even more The Merciad is the student-produced newspaper of Mercyhurst College. It is has already begun to occur. animals can live. It’s more than important to make changes at published throughout the school year, with the exception of midterms week That’s not such a bad thing, right? just warmer summers, and it’s the highest level of our govern- and fi nals week. Our offi ce is in the Hirt Center, room L114. Our telephone This means less bone-chilling happening and likely to get worse ment. These changes won’t oc- days in winter, less snow, more as greenhouse gas levels continue cur unless the public pressures number is 824-2376. warm summer days. Or does it? to rise. the politicians to make global Weather and our global climate So what can we do about it? Sit warming a priority. The Merciad welcomes letters to the editor. All letters must be signed and aren’t that simple. around and wail “We’re doomed!” So, what are you all waiting names will be included with the letters. Although we will not edit the letters Among other things, warmer (bringing back Chicken Little for for? Let’s get out there and make for content, we reserve the right to trim letters to fi t. Letters are due the temperatures make it less likely a moment). Talk about “the need some changes. Thursday before publication and may not be longer than 300 words. Submit Lake Erie will freeze over in the for further scientifi c research to letters to box PH 485. winter, and that could lead to confi rm the detrimental impacts PAGE 8 THE MERCIAD April 20, 2005 ARTS &

ENTERTAINMENTTo contact: [email protected] tHe BuZz ‘Moolaade’ plays at PAC today By Christina Ferranti ruler of their tribe who will be APRIL 20. Wynton Mar- Contributing writer returning from Paris soon. But, salis. Allen Theatre, Cleve- this man, though intelligent and land. a rich businessman, refuses to Moolaade, an unusual name for marry a woman who is impure APRIL 21. Alison Krauss a fi lm, can be formally translated and demands that she go through and Union Station featur- as protection. with the process. ing Jerry Douglas. Palace The fi lm takes place in a Mus- Another character who is piv- Theatre, Cleveland. lim-dominated culture in Senegal otal to the women and informs where traditions and customs are them of the outside world is APRIL 22, 23. Magic. Da- lived by stringently, where young Mercenaire. He is ultimately on vid Coppefi eld. State The- girls are forced to undergo a “pu- the side of the women and is a atre, Cleveland. rifi cation” process where they are true womanizer. He attempts circumcised. to make the rest of the village APRIL 22. Sting, Phantom No man will marry an unpuri- understand that what is going on Planet. CSU Convocation fi ed woman so both the elderly is wrong and is not in accordance Center, Cleveland. men and women enforce this with the outside world. upon their village. If a girl does This fi lm does not solely focus APRIL 22. Roger Mc- not undergo the surgery, which on the mutilation and degrada- Guinn. Rockwell Hall, normally ends in disease or even tion of females; it provides an Buffalo State University, death, they are shunned by the insight to African cultures and Buffalo. On sale at (716) rest of their tribe. traditions. 878-3005. This fi lm focuses on how six Photo courtesy of the Performing Arts Center The director, 81-year-old, Ous- young girls attempt to escape the “Moolaade” plays today at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. mane Sembene, is known as the APRIL 22. Comedy. Bill wretched, degrading process. “father of African cinema” and Engvall. Warner Theatre, They seek refuge with Colle, who attempts to break it, will be abominable actions. This just further enrages the has excellently portrayed to us Erie. $29.75. On sale at a woman who detests the pro- cursed. It gets to a point where the women and leads to a bloody the realities of life in African vil- Tullio Arena box office, cess and is outspoken when it Colle, along with a group of authority fi gures claim that the showdown between moderniza- lages even in this day and age. Ticketmaster outlets, by concerns modernization, in the women from her village, stand radios are disturbing and causing tion and tradition. This picture really strives to phone at 452-4857 or 456- village that refuses to allow her out and speak for moderniza- insurrection in their once peace- Colle, for her actions against provide an understanding of the 7070, online at www.ticket- daughter to suffer the horrible tion and a break from tradition. ful environment. the mutilation, endures a harsh struggles of the outside world master.com. procedure since she has already These women are infl uenced by In order to restore harmony penalty from her husband, who since, in the United States, we lost two daughters from incidents their only outside connection, once again, the authority fi gures did not support either side since hold such provincial points of APRIL 23. Tequila Sun- involving the cutting. the radio. take away all connections to it was so personal. view surrounding circumstances rise: Tribute to the Eagles. Colle declares a moolaade Collectively, they use what is outside opinions, including the A subplot of this fi lm is the that occur in the rest of the House of Blues, Cleve- over the girls, which invokes a heard over the radio to protest radios that have become a must- arranged marriage that is sup- world. land. spirit of sanctuary and provides and provide legitimate reasons have in each household for the posed to take place between a safe zone for the girls. Anyone for wanting to abandon such women. Colle’s daughter and the future APRIL 23. Eddie from Ohio. Beachland Ballroom, Cleveland. Another terrorizing Amityville adventure APRIL 24. Less Than Jake, Allister, Hidden in Plain Remake of ‘The Amityville Horror’ continues to thrill audiences View. House of Blues, Cleveland. By Michelle Ellia 1974, police received a frenzied Dec. 18, 1975, George and Kathy To this day, “The Amityville show “Two guys, a girl, and a Contributing writer phone call that led them to the Lutz, had found the house of Horror” remains one of the pizza place,” which was later APRIL 24. Audioslave, house and its previous owners, their dreams. most horrifying haunted house renamed “Two guys and a girl.” Johnny Polonsky. Agora the DeFeos. Thinking it was going to be stories ever told, basically be- This film also stars Melissa Ballroom, Cleveland. Its box offi ce debut suggests When police arrived on scene their dream home, the Lutzes cause it actually happened. George, 28, who is famous for that audiences will never have they had made a grisly discovery. packed up and moved into the The remake of this horror her role on the hit TV show APRIL 25. Undertones. enough of the famous tale of Police had found six bodies. house with their three children. film classic has been brought “Alias,” and has appeared in mov- Beachland Ballroom, a demonically possessed house. The bodies turned out to be Not knowing to the history of to us from the producers of ies such as “Down with Love,” Cleveland. It is true. the corpses of the entire DeFeo the house, the Lutz family had another recently remade hor- and “Mulholland Dr.” The remake of the classic hor- family. thought their fi nd was too good ror fi lm, “The Texas Chainsaw The film was directed by APRIL 26. Lenny Kravitz. ror fl ick “The Amityville Hor- As the story goes on, it be- to be true, unaware that it was. Massacre.” Andrew Douglas and is play- Music Hall, Cleveland. On ror” continues to terrorize movie comes apparent that the family It was then only 28 days before The fi lm stars Ryan Reynolds as ing in theaters nationwide. sale date TBA. goers. The movie raked in about had all been murdered with a .35 the Lutz family was driven away George Lutz. Reynolds, 28, has Whether you’re in the mood to $23 million in three days across caliber as they lay, sleeping calmly from their home. Terrorized by appeared on the big screen nu- take a break from endless study- APRIL 27. Natalie Mac- North America. in their beds. demonic forces, ghastly ghosts merous times and has appeared ing or change your underpants, Master. Center for the Arts, The classic fi lm, fi rst released Ronald DeFeo confessed to and things that go bump in the in the cult-classic “Van Wilder,” it might be interesting to catch University of Buffalo, Buf- in 1979 was partly inspired by the methodic murdering his night, the Lutz family packed up as well as in fi lms such as “Blade: this fl ick. falo. a book by Jay Anson, which parents and four siblings. DeFeo and fl ed. Trinity” and “Harold & Kumar Surely, one could never get sick claimed to tell the true story of then told police that it was the Their lives were forever Go to White Castle.’ of hearing the tale of a demoni- APRIL 27. Tiger Army, the Lutz family. “voices” that told him to do it. changed and would never be Reynolds also gained his star- cally- possessed house. Unseen. Agora Ballroom, The story goes that on Nov. 14, One year after the murders, on the same. dom by appearing in the hit TV Cleveland.

APRIL 28. Rasputina. Beachland Ballroom, Will Spears keep her pop-princess title? Cleveland. Tabloid favorite offi cially announces her pregnancy APRIL 29. A Night with math the Stars of Rock and By Michelle Ellia Federline just eight months Roll: Lou Christie, Charlie Contributing writer after ending a 55-hour Las Thomas’ Drifters, Jay Siegel Vegas marriage to her child- lab and the Tokens, Shirley Al- hood friend, Jason Alexander. son Reeves, Emil Stucchio Stop the press, it is offi cial. Brit- Her marriage to Federline has and the Classics. Warner ney Spears, 23, is pregnant. The since provided endless fodder Located in the Theater, Erie. $35, $30. On pop star offi cially announced on for tabloids sale at Tullio Arena box of- her Website last Tuesday that she As for her music career, Spears LIBRARY fi ce, Ticketmaster outlets, and dancer-hubby, Kevin Feder- much-delayed fi fth album was by phone at 452-4857 or line, 27, are expecting their fi rst planned for a summer release 304 A & B 456-7070, online at www. child together. in the U.S. There’s no word on ticketmaster.com. The posted message reads, whether her pregnancy will delay “The time has fi nally come to its release even further. APRIL 29. Chris Botti. share our wonderful news that It has also been announced open: Rockwell Hall, Buffalo we are expecting our fi rst child that Spears and Federline will State University, Buffalo. together.” also take their stab at the reality SUNDAYS On sale at (716) 878-3005. The news came after rumors TV craze. THROUGH and paparazzi photos began to The pair announced they APRIL 29. Edwin McCain. surface on her possible preg- would document their courtship THURSDAYS House of Blues, Cleve- nancy. on an upcoming reality show land. The signs of weight gain and for UPN that will premiere on disappearance of her smok- May 17. APRIL 30. Badfi sh, Even- ing and drinking habits first call flow. House of Blues, tipped off the media that Cleveland. the pop star was expecting. EXT: 2078 Spears mentioned numerous Need a Place to FOR EXACT APRIL 30. Dark Star Or- times her wishes on becoming a Knight Ridder Newpaper HOURS chestra. Odeon, Cleve- young mom. Store Stuff land. Luckily, she’s already had some Britany Spears pregnant at age 23. over Summer? practice. Federline has two chil- MAY 1. Musical. “Mamma dren from his previous relation- album, Spears has shocked au- Spears also made her mov- Spagel Brothers Mia.” E.J. Thomas Hall, ship with actress Shar Jackson. His diences around the world by ie debut in “Crossroads,” Storage Akron, Ohio. daughter Kori is two years old and morphing from her bubble gum, which was released in 2002. TUTORIAL son Kaleb is eight months old. teen-dream image, to a sexy After coming off of her high MAY 6. Green Day, My Britney Spears fi rst got her start and sometimes controversial profi le relationship with former Only 12 Blocks HELP FOR Chemical Romance. CSU with the famed Mickey Mouse superstar. mouseketeer, Justine Timberlake, South on Ash Convocation Center, Cleve- Club, similar to many of her Spears continues to drop the Spears had been seen in the com- ALL YOUR land. pop contemporaries, although jaws of audiences and has since pany of Hollywood bad-boys 602 E. 25th St. MATH it was the rocket success of her released fi ve CDs that include Fred Durst and Colin Farrell. Information provided by Go- debut album “…Baby One More hits such as “Oops I Did It However, true love blossomed $30 per Month NEEDS! Gerie.com Time” that launched her to pop- Again,” “I’m Not A Girl, Not when Spears and Federline met icon status. Yet A Woman,” and “Me Against last year when he was a backup (814) 456-0965 Since the debut of her first The Music.” dancer on her tour. Spears wed April 20, 2005 THE MERCIAD PAGE 9 ARTS &

To contact: [email protected] ENTERTAINMENT Our pop culture religion of today and the Kabbalah

By Matthew Rendulic of the Torah and Talmud. Well, Kabbalah is a different way to fault of the media and merchan- Contributing writer needless to say, people of then envision God. It amplifi es the dizing fi rms in the United States and today don’t always live long living out of Jewish morals and and around the world. enough to conquer that massive social ethics by relating all of They see Madonna wearing In the past several years of our heap of wisdom! them to the person who is trying a protective red string and the lives we may have noticed that The teachings of the Zohar to live them out. sell them to the public for up to religion and the state of religion were later carried from Israel to It also gives new light to the $26 dollars a four inch string! I’ll has major effects on our pop- 16th century Spain. It was there old Creation story and cosmol- give you a red string and teach culture. taught to very few pupils, but ogy, but it never contradicts the you about the signifi cance of it For instance, after the tragic influenced Sephardim (south teachings of the Torah (Jewish for free! events that occurred six years western European Jews) greatly scripture). And yet the people wearing ago on April 20 at Columbine in their art, writings and archi- Kabbalistic teachings allow them are ignorant as to why High School in Colorado, there tecture. many Jews to feel a closer re- they wear them, what the point was a major reintroduction of In this time period it was called lationship to their Creator and of the string is and the history Christianity among the youth of “The Secret” and Nostra Damus greater success in this life. behind it. the United States. had even claimed to use Kab- It is because of these insights This is what I believe is mock- This came in the form of T- balah in his predictions. that Kabbalah and its Rabbis ing Kabbalah and Jewish thought shirts, more “in-school-prayer- “The Secret” was virtually lost posses that I study it and try in general. It would be equitable battles,” rallies, prayers, and for centuries. It wasn’t until to incorporate it into by Jewish to me, a non-Catholic, partaking bible studies at the fl ag poles, the Hassidic rabbis of Poland life. in your Holy Communion—it’s and especially a major increase that Kabbalah and Zohar were just not respectful. in the Christian Rock and Pop rediscovered. After World War However, I do not think that recording industries. II it was these students of “The Kabbalah should only be re- Even more recently, through Secret” that took it to Israel with Christianity stricted to elderly Jews. Wisdom the distribution of propaganda them. was able to is meant for all, whether it’s (in the form of degrading t- It was in Israel that Rabbi P.S. “bring itself into Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity, shirts, posters, stickers and a Berg opened The Kabbalah or Islam. dreadful ditty by John Ashcroft), Center and began translating pop-culture So if you are interested in the the fundamentalist right-wing the Zohar (23 volumes!) into mystic ways of Kabbalah, read of Christianity was able to bring English and began his mass promoting the up on it (Michael and Yehuda itself into pop-culture promoting evangelization process of bring- ‘Aries’ side Berg have an excellent website the “Aries” side of our own Lord ing Kabbalah to the world. It www.Kabbalah.com and numer- enough to convince a majority of Photo courtesy of the Kabbalah Center is Berg’s two sons, Michael and of our own ous books). this nation to re-elect President Madonna causes gossip as she advocates the Kabbalah. Yehuda, who are now carrying Study Kabbalah from real Jew- Bush—who seems to be promot- on his legacy and have opened Lord enough ish Rabbis and scholars from ing the love of God and Christ up numerous Kabbalah Centers to convince a the perspective it is meant to be quite well throughout his reign balah? the time that ancient Israel was internationally. studied. of terror (the author roles his Kabbalah is a supplemental occupied by Greek and Roman It is Michael Berg who is Ma- majority of this But spare yourself the extra eyes in disgust and sarcasm!). belief system of esoteric mystic forces. donna’s personal teacher and nation to re- cash and the iniquity of bastard- But, I digress…what I really thoughts that hinge around Ju- As stated earlier, I said that rabbi in Kabbalah. izing the beliefs of myself and want to speak with you about daic theology and philosophy. Kabbalah was esoteric; this Numerous people are criti- elect President numerous other Jewish worship- is a new spiritual phenomenon Many followers of Kabbalah means that it was restricted and cizing Madonna saying, “How ers world wide. associated with Madonna—this insist that it has been known by only known by very few indi- could she represent any kind of Bush The Kabbalah is very interest- is Kabbalah. mankind since Adam; however, viduals. religion?” -Matthew Rendulic ing and a great way to live your If you have seen Madonna since the primary writings of Part of this is because the writ- Well, it is not my place to life and connect with God, just within the past two years on any Kabbalah are in Aramaic (a rath- ing of the Zohar, the primary criticize Madonna at all for her do it respectfully and not be- entertainment gossip shows or er short-lived Semitic language text for Kabbalah, is so com- spirituality. In fact, I take many This is why I tend to condemn cause your “living in a material on late night television you know from around 200 B.C.E. until plex in theology that one was of the teachings of Kabbalah to how pop-culture has bastardized world.” that she has been an advocate circa 100 C.E.) we can assume only to study it after they had heart myself in my own Jewish Kabbalah. This is not Madona’s of Kabbalah. But what is Kab- that Kabbalah started during already mastered the teachings education. fault, nor is it the Berg’s. It is the Choir performs at Jewish temple Students give Hebrew Concert at Temple

By Meghan Sullivan sance time period. Arts & Entertainment editor The Concert Choir then per- formed five of Rossi’s sacred works. On Sunday two Catholic-affi li- One work included soloists ated musical groups performed mezzo-soprano Joanna Brehaut a concert at the Temple Anshe and soprano Amy Krebs. Hesed. A large helping hand in the The Mercyhurst Concert Choir success of this culture-crossing and Gannon University Flute concert was Jewish composition Choir took a step away from major M. Joseph Rendulic. He their normal repertoire and per- helped with pronunciation of formed a Hebrew concert of the the Hebrew and arranged many music of Renaissance composer of the works performed. File Photo Salamone Rossi. Choir director Rebecca Ryan The atypical full sound of Salamone Rossi was a leading the large Concert Choir would Jewish composer of the late Ital- not have been heard at time the ian Renaissance. very animate about the success pieces were written, since tradi- Rossi’s published works rang- of this concert, worked in col- tionally there may have been as ing from the years 1589-1628 are laboration with choral conduc- little as one person on a part. the only direct documentation on tor Rebecca Ryan to arrange the Besides the obvious time pe- his life and work. program. riod differences of the group, His place in the Renaissance The concert began with mem- the choir still moved many of the music culture was unique in bers of the Gannon University Jewish and nor Jewish listeners the fact that he was the earliest Flute Choir, directed by Holly that fi lled the synagogue. outstanding Jewish composer to Stackhouse-Sydow, performing The vibrant sound of the ever work in the European art instrumental works by Rossi. choir and antiphonal uses of music tradition. Following the fl ute choirs lively separate quartettes brought the Preceding the concert was a and pleasant performance, the Jewish community to their feet lecture on the life and music of Carpe Diem choir sang the secu- in applause at the closing of the Rossi by Dr. Dennis Vidmar, lar works of Rossi. concert. director of adult education at These songs were in Italian and Temple Anshe Hesed. Vidmar, were more typical of the Renais- Faculty Collage Recital in Walker Display of music faculty’s talent in recital

By Meghan Sullivan phone, music technology and guitar instructor, Erik Mann. Arts & Entertainment editor Jazz Ensemble, singing on his Mann performed Giovanni Zam- alto saxophone playing Pierre boni’s “Sonata IX.” Max Dubois’ “Concert for Alto Next on the program was If you attended the Faculty Saxophone.” clarinet instructor, Geoffrey Collage Recital in Walker Recital Meier was accompanied by Wands. Wands bounced along Hall this previous Thursday then the ivory stylings of Ann Bom- as he played a lively rendition of you witnessed a fi ne showing of melje. Sigfrid Karg-Elert’s “Sonate fur musical talent. Meier was followed by piano Klarinette solo, Op. 110.” Each member of the musical instructor, Nathan Hess. Hess The real musical treat of the faculty that performed at this performed three movements night was the performance by concert was able to display their from Sergi Rachmaninoff ’s “Ten Faith Lifshen and Janet Bischoff. artistic ability. Preludes, Op. 23.” These duo-piantists played Haim The recital was a wonderful Hess is currently in his fourth Alexander’s “Six Israeli Danc- opportunity to see our teach- year on the piano faculty at the es.” ers’ ability since they work so State University of New York This lively yet thought provok- hard helping others to perfect at Fredonia but is a first-year ing performance was done in their art. member of the piano faculty at loving memory of Lifshen’s son, The program started out with Mercyhurst. Moshe Lifshen. Scott Meier, who teaches saxo- Following Hess was classical PAGE 10 THE MERCIAD April 20, 2005 LAKER

SPORTS To contact: [email protected] Slumping offense hurting softball Lakers have dropped four of last six contests at home

“This year any team can take By Matt Jackson the conference and every team Contributing writer is beatable.” Outside of the race for confer- The Mercyhurst softball team ence champion is a race that this and others in the GLIAC played year may be just as important. multiple games over the week- Only the top eight teams in end, and the result appears to the GLIAC will qualify for the be a late season conference race conference tournament, and as worth paying attention to. of right now Mercyhurst sits just With just the home stretch of two games back of rival Gannon the season remaining, almost University for that eighth and fi - every member of the conference nal spot despite winning three of still has at least an outside shot of the four games played between being regular season conference the two teams this season. champs. “We should be one of those Northwood, picked to fi nish eight teams, no doubt in my tenth in the preseason coaches mind,” said Feret. poll, is currently tied with Ash- The Lakers will have to turn land University for the top spot things around quickly if they re- with an 8-4 GLIAC record, but ally want to be in the conference if the two teams look in their rear tournament. view mirrors, they will see they They have lost seven of their have much more to worry about last eight games and fi ve of their than just each other. last six conference games. Behind the leaders sits a trium- “We have an outstanding lineup virate of teams just one game off and our defense is amazing, but the pace. right now we are just in a slump,” Those three teams, Ferris State, said Feret. “We are starting over Saginaw Valley State and Grand with the basics and working Valley State all have identical 7-5 up.” GLIAC marks. This past weekend the Lakers Following them is a pair of dropped three of four confer- Katie McAdams/Photo editor teams with 8-6 records, Hillsdale ence games. Sophomore pitcher Katie Clark took the decision in both games against Slippery Rock. and Wayne State. On Saturday Grand Valley The race right now is so close State dropped the Lakers twice on Tuesday, April 19, when they quite the opposite. The Rock being charged to the pitcher. The next action for Mercyhurst that even Mercyhurst, currently by scores of 8-0 and 2-1. played host to Slippery Rock. was the powerful offense this Sophomore Katie Clark took will be this Friday when the Lak- in 10th place, has only three Sunday the Lakers managed to The Lakers came out strong time around. the decision in both games, as she ers travel to Northwood for a more losses than the conference split a doubleheader with Ferris in the opener, as they won 4-1. The Lakers fell by a score of threw the majority of the innings doubleheader and then travel to leaders. State, losing the fi rst game 8-2 Feret was again leading the of- 10-2, victimized by making costly on the weekend. Saginaw Valley State the next day “Competitive would be a great and then snapping a seven game fense, as she smacked a two-run errors in the fi eld. She is now 3-11, but has fallen for another doubleheader. word for the season,” said soph- losing streak with a 6-1 win. home run in the win. The team made five errors, victim to the lack of offensive “We have nothing to lose at this omore pitcher/dh Jen Feret. Mercyhurst was back in action The nightcap proved to be which led to six unearned runs production as of late. point,” said Feret. Rowers successful at the two-day Knecht Cup MERCYHURST COLLEGE eight race, Dowling and Mercy- passed Vassar and Catholic, and By Brady Hunter hurst pulled ahead of the rest of the men’s varsity eight beat John Contributing writer the pack. Hopkins and Mary Washington. After a period of back-and- This weekend the men travel to SUMMER TERM ‘05 This weekend brought the forth suspense, the Lakers passed Indianapolis, Ind. to compete in Mercyhurst rowing teams a wel- the fi nish line just over two sec- the Indianapolis Invitational. come dose of success, after their onds ahead of their rivals. The women, originally sched- previous sub-par outing earlier It was enough, this time, how- uled to also make the trip, will this month. ever. But what changed in the pe- be staying home due to their race Accounting, Psychology, Anthropology, This weekend, April 16-17, at riod between two weeks ago and on Sunday. Western Classics, Asian Politics, Villanova’s annual Knecht Cup, this weekend’s competition? This Sunday’s race will be the the Lakers brought home three “The main difference was only home competition for the Human Biology and fi rst place fi nishes, as well as a that we’ve been on the water Laker rowers this season, and third and a sixth. for about a week,” captain Jill also should shape up to be quite many other great courses. Both the men’s and women’s Natale said. a match. varsity eight, along with the men’s The six days that Mercyhurst The women will face Dowling varsity four, ended up fi rst this spent practicing on water (as College once again, this time weekend. opposed to on machines in the for the title of Eastern Regional The men’s lightweight eight gym) gave them enough of an Champs. Small classes. Outstanding faculty. team took third, and the women’s edge to dominate this weekend’s This is an important step for varsity four took sixth in a tough Knecht Cup. the team as Natale explained: Housing and meal plans available. race on Sunday. The men’s team also enjoyed “We got the fi rst ever NCAA title Although the men’s lightweight victory this weekend, as some for this school last year, and we’re boat fell to Boston College, the boats left all competition far looking to win it again.” women conquered Dowling in behind. If Mercyhurst does get another dramatic fashion. On their way to a fi rst-place NCAA bid, it will make three in During the women’s varsity fi nish, the men’s varsity four team a row. Day/evening session: June 20 -- August 8 Weekend session: June 5 – August 14 Men’s tennis fi nishes third at GLIAC Tournament and heads to nationals picked up one victory with the “Finishing third behind teams By Chris Van Horn team of Marnik and senior John like Northwood and Ferris State Transfer students welcome! Contributing writer Nichols picking up the other is just as good as fi nishing fi rst. doubles point. Those teams are so far ahead of The Mercyhurst men’s tennis Head coach Ray Yost rested his everyone else. The boys played team put on a solid showing at big guns in the second matches great tennis and we stayed healthy the GLIAC Team Champion- against Northwood. which is always nice,” Yost said. ships on April 15 and 16 in Playing in 75 degree heat, the Mariano Fava and John Nich- Midland, Mich. Lakers were out-matched by na- ols were both named to the All Mercyhurst won two out of tionally ranked Northwood who GLIAC First Team. three matches to fi nish in third won easily by a score of 5-0. Lee Michael Marnik was named place behind Northwood and The Lakers then rebounded to the All GLIAC Second team. Register today! Ferris State, both nationally with an impressive 5-4 victory Coach Yost was also named ranked. over Grand Valley State to take GLIAC Coach of the Year for The Lakers beat Wayne State in the third place fi nish. the first time in his tenure at their fi rst match 5-3. Mercyhurst took four singles Mercyhurst. Mercyhurst got singles victories matches and one doubles match The Lakers will be the fourth from freshman Mariano Fava, to seal the victory. seed heading into nationals on sophomore Lee Michael Marnik Singles victories went to Fava, May 5 and 6, and are very confi - and junior Lucas Krasowski Nichols, Marnik and Krasows- dent that they can get out of the to take a 3-2 lead after singles ki. fi rst round for the fi rst time in (814) 824-2250 competition. Fava and Veverka picked up the team history. www.mercyhurst.edu The Lakers then won two out Lakers lone doubles point, but it The Lakers are currently 13-8 of three doubles matches to take was enough for the victory. overall and 4-3 in GLIAC play. the victory. Yost was extremely pleased Fava and senior Albert Veverka with his team’s performance. April 20, 2005 THE MERCIAD Page 11 LAKER

To contact: [email protected] Men’s lacrosse downs Bryant Team remains No. 3 in polls with perfect 10-0 record

Mercyhurst had one fi nal goal By Kelly Rose Duttine in the fourth quarter, and the Editor-in-Chief Bulldogs added another goal to their total to make the fi nal The men’s lacrosse team was score 12-6. able to keep their record spotless Senior Mike McLellan had four this weekend when they took goals and two assists in the con- on No. 10 Bryant University test, and senior Andrew Sands in Rochester, N.Y. on Saturday, had three goals and one assist. April 16. Five other Lakers had one goal The game, which was played each, including Jason Lappies, at a neutral high school site with Joe Poole, Troy Ledbetter, Adam many Lakers’ fans and parents, Mulherin and Bryon Lindner. ended in a 12-6 decision and Jim Mullaley tallied three assists increased the Lakers record to and Lappies also had one assist. 10-0 for the season. The Lakers out shot the Bull- Mercyhurst scored just two dogs 43-21 and won 18 out of 21 minutes into the game, and be- possible face-offs. fore fi ve minutes of playtime had The Lakers remain at the No. passed, the Lakers were leading 3 spot in the national ranking for with a score 3-0. Division II. The Bulldogs answered back Bryant remains ranked No. 10, quickly, tying the score 3-3 before but their record dropped to 3-5 the end of the fi rst quarter. for the season. The Lakers scored two more Junior goaltender Mike Bring- times at the beginning of the sec- ley made six saves in the contest, ond period, but Bryant quickly which was played in his home- responded again with two more town. goals. “It was a lot of fun coming Katie McAdams/Photo editor Mercyhurst edged one more back and playing in my home- Sophomore Adam Mulherin was one of seven Lakers to score against Bryant on April 16. past Bryant to narrowly lead 6-5 town in front of my friends and at the end of the fi rst half. family. It was a good time,” said “It not just that I’ve been play- today (Wednesday) at 4 p.m. at University’s website. year team with a lot of Canadian During the third quarter, Mer- Bringley. ing pretty good, but it is really our Tullio Field. Bellarmine is located in Louis- players with a great offense, so cyhurst picked up the pace and Bringley was awarded with the defense who has been playing The Lakers host the Bellarmine ville, Kentucky. it should be a challenge for our scored five unanswered goals Mercyhurst Male Athlete of the great. I haven’t even seen that University Knights, a team who Currently, Bellarmine has a defense,” said Bringley. to lead 11-5 at the end of the Week for his performance in many shots. It is really the guys is trying to build a DI program record of 11-1 for the season, Mercyhurst will then travel to quarter. this game and throughout the on defense that have been mak- for next year, which means that but Bringley feels the Lakers are play No.8 ranked Molloy College This quickly led to the Lakers’ season. ing my job really easy,” he said. they must play DII schools for up for the challenge. on Saturday, April 23, in Rock- control of the remainder of the Bringley has only allowed 10 Mercyhurst plays their final their fi rst season, according to “We are ready, but it should be ville Center, N.Y. at 1 p.m. game. goals in the past two games. home game of the regular season an article on the Bellarmine a good game. They are a fi rst Men’s volleyball set for MIVA playoffs on April 23

the players, especially the seniors, probably mean just a little more By Matt Jackson want to lay it all out on the court to these seniors who defi nitely Contributing writer Saturday.” paid their dues. The big reason for the losses “A win would mean we have The regular season may not against Ball State in the regular reached our goals and overcame have gone as well as the Mercy- season for the Lakers was the adversity that we’ve faced for the hurst men’s volleyball team may large difference in errors com- past four years together.” have expected, but this Saturday mitted by the two teams. The Lakers played two non- the team will have an opportunity Schmidl believe that if he and conference matches this past to do something that they have his teammates can turn this weekend in a tune-up for the yet to accomplish. around the final result could postseason. Mercyhurst joined the MIVA change. The fi rst match for the Lak- conference in 1997 and has yet “We match up well against ers was a disappointing one as to win a MIVA playoff game or them so as long as we don’t beat Princeton defeated Coach Ryan have a player named to the All- ourselves, we will beat them,” Patton’s Lakers 3-1. Tournament Team. said Schmidl. Princeton was a very beatable Looking at results from the Schmidl is just one of four team for the Mercyhurst squad regular season it appears this seniors that will be closing out and may have shown the consis- tournament may fi nish the same their collegiate careers in the near tency the team lacks. way as the fi rst eight years, with future, whether it is in the fi rst The Lakers got the confi dence a fi rst round loss. round or beyond. builder they were looking for in The Lakers will enter the tour- The three others are Austin the second game of the weekend nament as a six seed, which Siewert, Pat Nichols and Tom in the form of a 3-1 victory over matches them up against the Roberts. New Jersey Tech. three seed and a familiar foe. File Photo These four seniors have not Schmidl and Siewart both led Ball State, a team that not only The blocking of the Lakers proved to be decisive against New Jersey Tech. only suffered through three fi rst the team in kills in both con- swept the Lakers in the regular round losses in the postseason tests. season, winning both matches, charm for the underdog Lakers. that the school has never won a “If we all go into the match but have seen their team win All that remains now is the but also swept both matches 3- Despite the two losses the Lak- postseason game in the sport is with positive attitudes we defi - only one game of those three chance for this year’s Lakers to 0, will be No. three seed and will ers already suffered to their tour- not keeping the spirits and hopes nitely have a chance,” said senior matches. make the college’s athletic his- be hoping the third time isn’t the nament opponent and the fact of the players down. Dave Schmidl. “I know a lot of A win this weekend would tory books. Water polo wins three straight to improve to 10-7

However, Mercyhurst pulled including myself, are excited to By Michelle DeLong through with a strong offensive see how far we can go over the Contributing writer force scoring three more goals next few seasons.” in the fourth. The Lakers are anxiously Women’s water polo completed The offense was led by junior awaiting the Western Division a successful week beginning Cassie Rand with three goals and Championships on April 22 in with a triumph over Grove freshman Christine Somera with Grove City, Pa. City and ending with another two goals and one assist. The time that the Lakers victory against Washington and Freshman goaltender Gina will compete remains to be Jefferson. Mieras kept the Laker defense in announced. The two wins have helped the tact with 15 saves. “The tournament format has Lakers climb above .500 in the More recently, the Lakers took not always been kind to us this College Water Polo Association on Washington and Jefferson on season because of our small (CWPA). April 16. team, but we are just going to The Grove City and Washington Mercyhurst defeated the take one game at a time and see and Jefferson wins give the Presidents 7-3 to push them how we fi nish,” Robinette said. Lakers at a three game winning over the .500 mark. The Lakers are in similar shape streak when added on to their Somera, who is nationally- to last year, as last season they 9-8 victory over Slippery Rock ranked 39th in total goals, had fi nished with a 12-10 record. on April 9. four goals and two assists in They stand at 10-7 this season, The Lakers currently stand the win. feeding off the three-game win- at 10-7 overall and 4-3 in the Freshman Carrie Willison ning streak which they have been

CWPA. added three goals to the 7-3 win File Photo on since April 9. Grove City traveled to the against the Presidents. Tessa DiLoreto is second on the team with 30 goals on the season. The team stands to lose two Laker’s hometown on Wednesday, Willison, Cassie Rand, and seniors following the season, and April 13th. Tessa DiLoreto each contributed the week. “I feel being the better con- polo right now,” remarked coach features seven sophomores and After three periods the game one assist. She is currently second on the ditioned team helped us against Curtis Robinette, “Our goal right juniors which will be able to carry remained in either team’s grasp DiLoreto has earned the honor team in goals with 29 and third Grove City. In addition, we are now is to fi nish the season, but on the continuted improvement as the Lakers only led 4-3. of Mercyhurst’s female athlete of in points with 36. just playing very good team water I think everyone on the team, of the team. PAGE 12 THE MERCIAD April 20, 2005 LAKER

SPORTS To contact: [email protected] Baseball takes two of three from IUP in the bottom of the 14th before By Chris Van Horn sophomore Tim Echan hit the Contributing writer game-winning single into center fi eld to score freshman David The men’s baseball team con- Lough from third base. cluded a disappointing week Junior Mike Cahoon picked up on April 17 by being swept in a his second victory of the year for doubleheader by Saginaw Valley the Lakers, pitching two innings State. in relief. It was the Lakers’ second The second game was a let straight day of double-header ac- down for the Lakers as they fell tion with Saginaw Valley State. behind 4-0 before falling 7-1. The Lakers managed a split The Lakers couldn’t pull it all with Saginaw Valley on April together on the second day of 16. doubleheader action with Sagi- Mercyhurst also split a double naw Valley either. header with Gannon on April The Lakers dropped both 13. games by close scores. The Lakers are now 13-18-1 In game one the Lakers actu- overall and 4-10 in GLIAC play. ally led by scores of 4-1 and 7-6 In the double header with Gan- before a two-run sixth inning by non, the Lakers fell in game one Saginaw Valley gave them the by a score of 6-2. lead for good. Mercyhurst bounced back Tim Stacey went 4-4 with three strong in game two by pounding RBI in the game, increasing his out 17 hits and scoring 16 runs team leading RBI total to 24. in a 16-3 demolition of Gannon Game two of the double at Gannon Baseball Field. header featured a pitchers duel. Senior Tim Stacey went 5-7 on Freshman Eric Drobotij pitched Katie McAdams/Photo editor the day to raise his team leading a four-hitter for the Lakers. Junior Joe Mariano had a pair of hits in the 11-1 win over IUP on April 19. batting average to .437. Unfortunately, the team could April 16 was the fi rst of two not generate any offense and header, the teams fi nished up a In the fi rst of the pair, sopho- In the nightcap, sophomore Ludwig did not allow a run doubleheaders against Saginaw fell by a score of 2-0, wasting game they had started earlier in more Adam Stewart threw a Kris Klang got the start and went in his three innings of work, Valley State, who sits third in Drobotij’s complete game, eight the season, with the Lakers com- complete game, giving up just fi ve innings only allowing two surrendering just three hits and the GLIAC. strikeout performance. ing out on top 11-1. one run on only three hits. runs, one of which was earned. improved his record to 3-1. The Lakers won game one in a The Lakers were back in action Mercyhurst would sweep the Jonathan Alsheimer went 3-3 James Ludwig came in and The Lakers’ next home con- marathon that lasted 14 innings on Tuesady, April 19, as they double-header, taking the opener in the opener, and close behind closed the game, which needed tests are April 23 and 24 for and four and a half hours. hosted IUP for a pair. 7-1 and squeezing out a win in was Devin Kowalski and Stacey one extra inning to decide the double headers both days against The Lakers loaded the bases Prior to starting that double- game two by a score of 3-2. with two hits each. winner. Hillsdale. Women’s lacrosse falls to No. 10 Limestone 8-5

senior Jess Bunker combined for successful than last year’s and By Jimmy McCann seven saves on the game. as a team we are proud of that. Contributing writer Liberati was very enthuasitic We just wish we could have won when asked to comment about this game.” On Sunday, April 17, the wom- the game. Liberati had some inspirational, en’s lacrosse team played host “We got off to a really great and hopefully prophetic, words to the No. 10 ranked Saints of start scoring the fi rst two goals for her teammates when asked Limestone College from Gaff- of the game and for the most to comment on the outlook for ney, S.C. part really kept up with them,” the rest of this season. Limestone came into the game she said. “We all know that we can win with a record of 8-4, while the She also added, “We were really the rest of our games, and that is Lakers entered the game with an determined to win this game to certainly our goal. We all have a even 5-5 record. prove to Division II that we are positive outlook on what the rest Mercyhurst jumped out to a a talented team. When we were of the season will look like. It is quick 2-0 lead just three minutes one goal behind them with about just a matter of discovering why into the game and seemed to three minutes left and they ended we’ve lost these close games in be well on their way to an up- Junior attack Kelsey French scored two goals against Limestone. Katie McAdams/Photo editor up scoring two more goals, we the past, and how we can change set and even more, a chance to simply could not answer that it,” she said. jump back into a top 10 national Mercyhurst narrowed the mar- ride home with an 8-5 victory. Seniors Carrie Kramer and kind of defi cit with the amount Hopefully, the Lakers can make ranking. gin to 6-5 with 11 minutes to play French led the Lakers with two Andrea Bement capped off the of time we had left.” some of those small changes However, the early defi cit was on junior attack Kelsey French’s goals and one assist for three scoring for the Lakers with one When asked to compare this before Wednesday afternoon not enough to keep the Saints second goal of the game, but that points on the day, while senior goal apiece. performance against Limestone when they travel to Bloomsburg, quiet for long as they scored the was the closest the Lakers could attack Dara Liberati continued The Lakers used two goalten- to the Lakers’ past performances Pa. for a 4 p.m. face-off with fi nal fi ve goals of the half, taking get before the Saints scored the her strong year with a goal and ders for the fi rst time this season against the Saints, Liberati said, the Huskies of Bloomsburg a 5-2 lead into the intermission. fi nal two goals of the game to an assist of her own. as freshman Nicole Rapacki and “This years was much more University. Men’s golf fi nishes eighth at Great Lakes Regional The women’s team completed back rounds of 74 for a total By Michelle DeLong the event with equal success fi n- of 148. Contributing writer ishing second out of four teams When asked his opinion on with a collective score of 345. what he feels his teams need to The Mercyhurst men’s and Gannon took fi rst place with a do in order to be successful in the women’s golf teams participated score of 337. regionals and GLIAC champion- in the Penn State Behrend Invi- With respect to the Behrend ships, Coach Hewitt responds tational on April 14 at Peek n’ Invitational, Coach Hewitt said, with confi dence. Peak. “we are making progress on the He said, “Success is such a rela- The men’s team placed third women's side, and that's encour- tive term. My defi nition would out of a total of seven teams. aging.” include two areas, preparation They fi nished shooting a col- The top individual scores for and enjoyment. First, they need lective 309, 19 shots back of fi rst the Lakers were Amy Natalie to prepare their minds and bodies place Gannon who completed shooting a round of 80 and for each and every shot, putting the day with 290. Hilary McCall with a fi nal score them in a position to succeed. One of Coach Dave Hewett’s of 85. It's a diffi cult task to achieve 100 goals for his teams is to not allow Amy Natalie earned medalist percent, 85-90 percent would be anything negative from the past honors for her performance in great. Second, they need to enjoy affect the here and now. the event. the process, accept and own the “Good golfers only remember The NCAA Regionals for the challenge. In doing so, they will good shots and forget all of the men featured 18 teams, and the take something positive away bad ones. That puts them in the Lakers managed to place in the from the event, regardless of best position to excel in the pres- top half for the team competi- their scores.” ent. That's what we need to focus tion. The women’s team finished on,” Hewett said. The Lakers shot a two-day total third of 16 teams at the West- The men’s team made the deci- of 597 to fi nish tied for eighth minster Invitational, but one sion to use their “B” team in the place with Bellarmine University Laker in particular earned a more Penn State Behrend Invitational, and Lewis University. prestigious honor. in order to allow their “A” team Freshman Kyle Waddell led the McCall fi nished as the tourna- to practice and prepare for the Lakers with scores of 70 and 74 ment medalist, as her 81 beat upcoming regional in Edinburgh, for a 144 total, good enough for everyone in the fi eld. Ind. 13th place tie. Also fi nishing in the top-10 for Steve Barr led the Lakers indi- Senior Adam Layden fi nish tied the Lakers were Sara Jaecks with vidually with a score of 75. for 17th with rounds of 75 and 71, an 89 good for a tie for seventh, Sophomore Kevin Binsell fol- a total of 146. and Natalie who fi nished tied for lowed behind him with a fi nish- Sophomore Craig Bishop fi n- 10th with a 91. ing score of 77. ished tied for 29th with back-to-