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Vol.82, No.3/09.17.08/Free

Mo’ money? Tyler Stauffer photo Smoked No money out if you don’t sign By Liz Maier

The clock is ticking. Time is running out for college students to sign their Master Promissory Note. “The Master Promissory Note (MPN) is the legally binding agreement issued by the Department of Education to repay a student loan,” Mercyhurst’s Financial Aid Advisor and Coordinator Kelli Carpinello said. Carpinello said students only have to sign their MPN once, because it is effective for 10 years and those who fail to sign it will not receive their student loan. “We’ve sent out e-mails numerous times,” Carpinello said. “It is scary to think there are still stragglers who haven’t signed it yet.” In the spring, Mercyhurst switched from using the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFEL) to the Federal Direct Loan Program Vice President of Finance and Treasurer Jane Tyler Stauffer photo Kelsey said Mercyhurst decided to switch loan Freshman Breanna Krownenwetter, along with other smokers, will programs due to the instability in the student be spending more time outdoors now that Pennsylvania has started loan market. enforcement of the Clean Indoor Air Act. Continue reading NO SIGNATURE on Page 3 Continue reading CLEAN on Page 2 Page 2 NEWS September 17, 2008 Clean Indoor Air Act restricts smoking in Erie hot spots These places include estab- By Ashley Pastor lishments like the Cellblock. Staff writer com and Park Place. However, Mercyhurst Thursday, Sept. 11, marked student favorites like the fi rst day of the Clean Plymouth Tavern and the Indoor Air Act, the smok- Cornerstone are now smoke- ing ban in restaurants across free. Pennsylvania, 90 days after Senior Walt Ozanick from the bill was signed into law Pennsylvania thinks the on June 13. restriction could have been Pennsylvania joins 32 other tougher while still allowing states that have prohibited smoking. smoking in most workplaces “I think having the 20 and public spaces, from res- percent rule would be OK; taurants and train stations to just have designated places offi ce buildings and sports for people to smoke. It just arenas. seems like those places are Businesses or people who where the most smoke is, so break the law face fi nes of why put a ban in place and up to $250 for a fi rst offense not take care of one of the and up to $1,000 for repeat bigger problems?” Ozanick offenders. said. Senior Joanna Sanzo from The Health Department New York agrees the law has produced information should have been passed. packets for businesses that “I don’t know why it took explain the ban, address fre- so long for Pennsylvania to quently asked questions and pass smoking ban laws, espe- provide tips for how to tell cially if New York and Ohio patrons about the change. Tyler Staufer photo have them already in place,” Online, it has made avail- Pennsylvania is now on the list of 32 states in the country to ban smoking in some public Sanzo said. able downloadable “No places. Critics of the Clean Indoor Air Act say it is not strict enough while opponents say it The Pennsylvania law is Smoking” signs. inhibits their freedoms. not as strict as many other There won’t be compli- states. ance offi cers monitoring places with few or no excep- ment. Ohio’s signs carry a bans. In fact, it has so few businesses, so health offi cials tions. toll-free number to report Saint Vincent Health restrictions the American are counting on the public According to the Erie violations. Center and Hamot Medi- Lung Association declined to to report people or places Times-News, Erie County Establishments have to cal Center banned smoking endorse this law. violating the ban say Health Executive Mark DiVecchio remove ashtrays and other on all hospital property for Senior Christina Fernan- Department offi cials. and others who fear the ban smoking receptacles. patients, employees and visi- dez, a Pennsylvania native, Senior Rainey Murdock, should be reassured in that The Erie Times-News tors. says the state was overdue from New York thinks the the two biggest states bor- reported that DiVecchio has Mercyhurst College has on passing this legislation, ban will be successful despite dering Pennsylvania, Ohio expressed concern that the taken measures to provide but thinks it could have been not having monitoring of and New York, have man- new law will cost the county substance-free housing. more restrictive. businesses. aged to pass and enforce money. This means all of the stu- “It is a step in the right “New York has had the 100 percent smoking bans in He claims the fi nes do not dent smokers on campus direction, but going down- 100 percent smoking ban for restaurants, bars and work- look like they will keep up must exit buildings to smoke, town on the weekends we still a while now. I think people places. with the costs. preparing them for the are around all the smoke.” just know it and respect it New York state requires He says violators are not ban in off-campus public Even with the new law, and that’s enough,” Murdock that establishments affected fi ned more than $250, leaving locations. smokers in Pennsylvania said. by the ban post prominent the district judge the option Senior Jenna Barone of could continue lighting up Twenty-three states and the signs with the “no smoking” of fi ning them as little as $10 Pennsylvania sums up her in some hotel rooms, pri- District of Columbia have symbol. if he deems necessary. relief of the law being vate clubs, casinos, nursing what the Lung Association Ohio’s smoking ban However, some establish- passed. homes and bars where food categorizes as comprehen- requires noticeable anti- ments in Erie did not wait “It’s nice to come home accounts for no more than sive bans, which effectively smoking signs in all public for the Clean Indoor Air Act at night and not smell like 20 percent of annual sales. outlaw smoking in all public places and places of employ- to be passed to initiate their smoke,” she said Page 2 NEWS September 17, 2008 September 17, 2008 NEWS Page 3 Clean Indoor Air Act restricts smoking in Erie hot spots No signature can mean big These places include estab- By Ashley Pastor lishments like the Cellblock. Staff writer trouble for students with loans com and Park Place. However, Mercyhurst ing and sign a Master Promis- the cash,” said Kelsey. By Liz Maier Thursday, Sept. 11, marked student favorites like sory Note,” Kelsey said. Financial Aid Services will Staff writer the fi rst day of the Clean Plymouth Tavern and the If the loans are not fi nal- continue to contact students Indoor Air Act, the smok- Cornerstone are now smoke- ized, the student may be who haven’t signed yet Carpi- ing ban in restaurants across free. Continued from MO’ MONEY prevented from registering nello said. Pennsylvania, 90 days after Senior Walt Ozanick from on Page 1 for winter term classes, she “The sooner they sign, the the bill was signed into law Pennsylvania thinks the said. better,” Carpinello said. on June 13. restriction could have been “Because we moved from the “It is a federal requirement Junior Cara Adamus already Pennsylvania joins 32 other tougher while still allowing FFEL program to Federal Di- to complete both the Entrance signed her MPN. states that have prohibited smoking. rect Lending, all students, even Loan Counseling and the Mas- “I signed my Master Prom- smoking in most workplaces “I think having the 20 returning students, must com- ter Promissory Note before we issory Note shortly after I re- and public spaces, from res- percent rule would be OK; plete Entrance Loan Counsel- can fi nalize the loan and access ceived an e-mail from fi nancial Contributed photo taurants and train stations to just have designated places aid,” Adamus said. Mass of the Holy Spirit was held Thursday, Sept. 11, in Christ offi ce buildings and sports for people to smoke. It just Student Financial the King Chapel and attracted more than 600 attendees. arenas. seems like those places are Advisor, Emily Sem- Businesses or people who where the most smoke is, so rau said, “As of Sept. break the law face fi nes of why put a ban in place and 12, 744 students in Mass of the Holy up to $250 for a fi rst offense not take care of one of the the total student body and up to $1,000 for repeat bigger problems?” Ozanick have not yet, either offenders. said. signed their MPN or Spirit celebrates the Senior Joanna Sanzo from The Health Department decided to decline the New York agrees the law has produced information loan.” should have been passed. packets for businesses that “That breaks down start of 2008-09 “I don’t know why it took explain the ban, address fre- to 23.9 percent,” Sem- Creative Arts division in addi- By Tim Hucko so long for Pennsylvania to quently asked questions and rau said. tion to our own college choir Staff writer pass smoking ban laws, espe- provide tips for how to tell Senior Julian Dun- who graced the service with cially if New York and Ohio patrons about the change. Tyler Staufer photo lap-Smith is one com- serine song. have them already in place,” Online, it has made avail- Pennsylvania is now on the list of 32 states in the country to ban smoking in some public ponent of that statis- The morning of Sept. 11 This year Father Jim Pisz- Sanzo said. able downloadable “No places. Critics of the Clean Indoor Air Act say it is not strict enough while opponents say it tic. marks the annual liturgy that ker, college chaplain, was the The Pennsylvania law is Smoking” signs. inhibits their freedoms. “I don’t think I traditionally coincides with celebrant, accompanied by not as strict as many other There won’t be compli- signed mine yet,” Ju- the beginning of a new aca- guest homilist Father Mike states. ance offi cers monitoring places with few or no excep- ment. Ohio’s signs carry a bans. lian said. “Where do demic year at Mercyhurst Col- Allison of the religious stud- In fact, it has so few businesses, so health offi cials tions. toll-free number to report Saint Vincent Health you go to sign it?” lege. ies department. restrictions the American are counting on the public According to the Erie violations. Center and Hamot Medi- In order to elec- Students, faculty and The message at this years, Lung Association declined to to report people or places Times-News, Erie County Establishments have to cal Center banned smoking tronically sign the members of the community Mass refl ected the core values endorse this law. violating the ban say Health Executive Mark DiVecchio remove ashtrays and other on all hospital property for Master Promissory gathered in Christ the King and visions of Mercyhurst Senior Christina Fernan- Department offi cials. and others who fear the ban smoking receptacles. patients, employees and visi- Note, students need Chapel to honor the spirit of and the founding sisters who dez, a Pennsylvania native, Senior Rainey Murdock, should be reassured in that The Erie Times-News tors. to go to the Web site, the Sisters of Mercy and the graciously opened the door to says the state was overdue from New York thinks the the two biggest states bor- reported that DiVecchio has Mercyhurst College has www.dlenote.ed.gov. academic mission of the col- students over 80 years ago. on passing this legislation, ban will be successful despite dering Pennsylvania, Ohio expressed concern that the taken measures to provide Students will be lege. Junior Kerrie Smith said the but thinks it could have been not having monitoring of and New York, have man- new law will cost the county substance-free housing. asked to provide A moment of refl ection service was a touching way to more restrictive. businesses. aged to pass and enforce money. This means all of the stu- their Social Security and prayer was offered up to start off the academic year. “It is a step in the right “New York has had the 100 percent smoking bans in He claims the fi nes do not dent smokers on campus Number, driver’s li- the victims of 9/11 for their “When you take the time to direction, but going down- 100 percent smoking ban for restaurants, bars and work- look like they will keep up must exit buildings to smoke, cense number, per- enduring struggle and hor- refl ect on your personal life, town on the weekends we still a while now. I think people places. with the costs. preparing them for the manent address rifi c losses and to any other it gives you a better picture are around all the smoke.” just know it and respect it New York state requires He says violators are not ban in off-campus public and FAFSA pin num- members of the community of who you are and what you Even with the new law, and that’s enough,” Murdock that establishments affected fi ned more than $250, leaving locations. ber. in need of prayer. have to accomplish this year smokers in Pennsylvania said. by the ban post prominent the district judge the option Senior Jenna Barone of Contact Student The Mass, which attracted in school,” Smith said. could continue lighting up Twenty-three states and the signs with the “no smoking” of fi ning them as little as $10 Pennsylvania sums up her Financial Services if approximately 600 persons, The Mass was followed in some hotel rooms, pri- District of Columbia have symbol. if he deems necessary. relief of the law being you have any ques- put on quite a show that by a catered luncheon in the vate clubs, casinos, nursing what the Lung Association Ohio’s smoking ban However, some establish- passed. tions about your incorporated many facets of Old Main loop that allowed homes and bars where food categorizes as comprehen- requires noticeable anti- ments in Erie did not wait “It’s nice to come home Tyler Staufer photo student loan in the college. students and faculty time to accounts for no more than sive bans, which effectively smoking signs in all public for the Clean Indoor Air Act at night and not smell like Freshman Andrew Mayher is smiling because he signed his Master 115 Old Main ext. Music and dance were pro- relax and enjoy the beautiful 20 percent of annual sales. outlaw smoking in all public places and places of employ- to be passed to initiate their smoke,” she said Promissory Note and is able to recieve his student loans. 2288. vided by students from the sunshine. Page 4 NEWS September 17, 2008 Graduate students struggle to fi nd assistantships it,” Sanden said. By JoEllen Marsh All GAs are given a one year Contributing writer appointment with the possibil- ity of a second year. Many of Mercyhurst Col- According to Ross, most lege’s graduate students had people stay on for two years, trouble securing a graduate as- which sometimes means fewer sistant job this year. opportunities for other gradu- Unlike the rumors however, ate students. there are just as many graduate Sanden planned on going to assistants (GA) on campus. school whether or not he was “A lot of people have been given a GA job, but the pay asking why there are fewer makes a difference for some GAs. We just had more come people. back for their second year,” “It pays for your school. I Justin Ross, the academic coor- think a lot are helped out by dinator of graduate programs that tuition waiver,” Sanden who administrates the GA pro- said. gram said. For McCauley Hall Direc- “Let’s say if we had 100 GAs, tor Bryan Kuhn, applying to 80 came back, so we only had become a GA was more about freedomgrill.com 20 positions open,” Ross said. the quality of the job than the It is a nationwide college tradition to tailgate before football games. Mercyhurst College cre- “It’s not that there are fewer money. ated new guidelines for students to follow for upcoming games. positions, it’s more there are “Tuition factored into it, but fewer opportunities this year.” I really do love res life, and I Graduate assistants are grad- love my job,” Kuhn said. College presents new guidelines uate students who work at least Like many others Kuhn, 25 hours a week in jobs more who is a fi rst year GA working demanding than undergraduate on his Administration of Jus- for Mercyhurst students planning positions. tice degree, won’t give up his “GAs work in every type position easily. of department, from academ- Kuhn said “Oh absolutely, to tailgate at home games ics to administration. Some as long as they rehire me, I able to reserve one space for kickoff. Also, tailgating will work as teachers’ assistants or plan on staying here another By Ashley Pastor all four games for $40 before cease at the beginning of the hall directors in residence life,” year.” Staff writer the fi rst game. football game and will be per- Ross said. “They work almost Although Ross thinks there Any vehicle seeking admis- mitted for one hour after the anywhere on campus where it will be more positions open Mercyhurst College Stu- sion into the tailgating area game. Students consuming makes sense for there to be a next year, he can’t guarantee dent Government (MSG) has during game time must be on alcoholic beverages must pro- GA.” how many more. worked along with the Mercy- the offi cial list. vide ID upon request by secu- Mercyhurst has between 60 “It’s hard to predict with the hurst Department of Athlet- All of the standard Mercy- rity. The rules also state tailgat- and 70 regular GAs not count- current budget what our needs ics in order to pass a new tail- hurst alcohol policies, as well ing that threatens public safety ing those working through a are going to be next year. Some gating policy for the 2008-09 as state policies regarding mis- or breaks any state or college contract with other institutions, departments might decide not football season. conduct, will be enforced in laws will result in removal according to Ross. to have a GA for this year, The Department of Ath- the designated tailgating areas. from tailgating area. Jack Sanden, a graduate stu- so we’d lose those positions,” letics will reserve 50 parking Therefore, in order to main- This policy follows the tail- dent in applied intelligence, is a Ross said. spaces in lot #10 for four of tain order a list of rules and gating policy from last year. second year GA in the library. Even if the budget decreases the fi ve home games, exclud- regulations has been estab- The 2007-08 school year was “I think [the graduate as- GA positions, it’s likely there ing the Homecoming game. lished. Within the rules, tail- the fi rst season in which orga- sistant program] opens up the will still be more opportuni- The spaces will be sold at gating areas will be available nized tailgating was offered by graduate experience to some ties for students seeking them $10 per car, or students will be for setup two hours prior to Mercyhurst. people who wouldn’t consider next year. Page 4 NEWS September 17, 2008 September 17, 2008 NEWS Page 5 Graduate students Erie struggle to fi nd native, assistantships Lev The 2008 Homecoming king and queen and freshman Senator it,” Sanden said. By JoEllen Marsh candidates are in. Voting stations are available in the Zurn All GAs are given a one year Contributing writer lobby, Laker Inn and Egan cafeteria. Students can also vote by appointment with the possibil- Kubiak, logging msg.mercyhurst.edu. Sept. 18 is the last day to cast a ity of a second year. vote. Many of Mercyhurst Col- According to Ross, most lege’s graduate students had people stay on for two years, speaks Freshman Senator Candidates: Queen Candidates: trouble securing a graduate as- which sometimes means fewer Chad Ball Ricki Proper sistant job this year. opportunities for other gradu- Spencer Cadden Heather Schwager Unlike the rumors however, ate students. on global Casey Christo Kara Stadelman there are just as many graduate Sanden planned on going to Courtney Clair Katie Wootton assistants (GA) on campus. school whether or not he was Mark Fuhry II Ariana Smaczniak “A lot of people have been given a GA job, but the pay Lorraine Gentner asking why there are fewer makes a difference for some issues at Meghan Hess King Candidates: GAs. We just had more come people. Chol John Steven Heranic back for their second year,” “It pays for your school. I Ryan Kinney Tim Knecht Justin Ross, the academic coor- think a lot are helped out by ’Hurst Shannon Kissel Richard Larson dinator of graduate programs that tuition waiver,” Sanden Andrew Mayher Robert Larson who administrates the GA pro- said. Brandon Miller Nick Marcellino gram said. For McCauley Hall Direc- luncheon Contributed photo Steve Nicklas Zach Pekor “Let’s say if we had 100 GAs, tor Bryan Kuhn, applying to Volunteers from neighboring schools can volunteer at Robert Sgrignoli Matt Williams 80 came back, so we only had become a GA was more about the six different ESO dances throughout the year. Michelle Tatavosian freedomgrill.com 20 positions open,” Ross said. the quality of the job than the Caitlin Vizzi It is a nationwide college tradition to tailgate before football games. Mercyhurst College cre- “It’s not that there are fewer money. Offi ce of Investigations. er the laws state he declared. By Kelly Luoma ated new guidelines for students to follow for upcoming games. positions, it’s more there are “Tuition factored into it, but He spoke on Homeland He did express some of Contributing writer fewer opportunities this year.” I really do love res life, and I Security. his beliefs about what the fu- Criminal Mischief Parking Lot Graduate assistants are grad- love my job,” Kuhn said. Kubiak is no stranger to ture will have in store for the Closed College presents new guidelines uate students who work at least Like many others Kuhn, Members of the Mercy- Mercyhurst College. United States. Monday, Sept. 8 .08 25 hours a week in jobs more who is a fi rst year GA working hurst College community He grew up in the Erie area “Can I stand up here and demanding than undergraduate on his Administration of Jus- were able to eat, converse and his father, Richard Ku- tell you 9/11 won’t happen Larceny/Theft Recreation Center for Mercyhurst students planning positions. tice degree, won’t give up his and listen as global issues af- biak, is a retired Mercyhurst again? Absolutely not,” Ku- Monday, Sept. 8 .08 Closed “GAs work in every type position easily. fecting the world today were History professor. biak said. of department, from academ- Kuhn said “Oh absolutely, discussed at Friday’s Global Kubiak graduated from However, he was confi dent Liquor Law Violation 41s t Street Townhouses to tailgate at home games ics to administration. Some as long as they rehire me, I Issues Luncheon. Mercyhurst in 1988 with a in guaranteeing that the next able to reserve one space for kickoff. Also, tailgating will work as teachers’ assistants or plan on staying here another It was held in the Mercy Bachelor of Arts in English president will be forced to Tuesday, Sept. 9 .08 College Discipline By Ashley Pastor all four games for $40 before cease at the beginning of the hall directors in residence life,” year.” Heritage Room on Friday, Literature and Political Stud- deal with the issue of immi- Staff writer the fi rst game. football game and will be per- Ross said. “They work almost Although Ross thinks there Sept. 12. ies. gration. Larceny / Theft Hammermill Library Any vehicle seeking admis- mitted for one hour after the anywhere on campus where it will be more positions open This is the fourth year the His presentation goals were “I thought that it was a Tuesday, Sept. 9 .08 Closed Mercyhurst College Stu- sion into the tailgating area game. Students consuming makes sense for there to be a next year, he can’t guarantee college has hosted a Global to “increase understanding of great presentation, because dent Government (MSG) has during game time must be on alcoholic beverages must pro- GA.” how many more. Issues Forum throughout the the Department of Home- Kubiak was very informative worked along with the Mercy- the offi cial list. vide ID upon request by secu- Mercyhurst has between 60 “It’s hard to predict with the year. land Security (DHS), discuss about ICE’s and DHS’ mis- Larceny/Theft Parking Lot hurst Department of Athlet- All of the standard Mercy- rity. The rules also state tailgat- and 70 regular GAs not count- current budget what our needs The luncheons have grown Northern Border Trade and sion,” freshman Chris Sands Tuesday, Sept. 9 .08 Closed ics in order to pass a new tail- hurst alcohol policies, as well ing that threatens public safety ing those working through a are going to be next year. Some from an audience of 15 to an Security, study ICE in depth, said. Sands was the only stu- gating policy for the 2008-09 as state policies regarding mis- or breaks any state or college contract with other institutions, departments might decide not audience of Friday’s 65 at- and consider the Immigra- dent to attend the lecture. Larceny/Theft Audrey Hirt Center football season. according to Ross. tendees. conduct, will be enforced in laws will result in removal to have a GA for this year, tion Challenge.” “My one regret is that not Wednesday, Sept. 10 .08 Closed The Department of Ath- the designated tailgating areas. from tailgating area. Jack Sanden, a graduate stu- so we’d lose those positions,” Lev Kubiak was the fi rst Kubiak chose not to share enough students attend the letics will reserve 50 parking Therefore, in order to main- This policy follows the tail- dent in applied intelligence, is a Ross said. speaker for the series this his personal opinions on lectures,” Corrine Egan, co- spaces in lot #10 for four of tain order a list of rules and gating policy from last year. second year GA in the library. Even if the budget decreases year. Homeland Security with the ordinator of the luncheons Sept.8-17, 2008 the fi ve home games, exclud- regulations has been estab- The 2007-08 school year was “I think [the graduate as- GA positions, it’s likely there He is the special agent audience. said. Mercyhurst ing the Homecoming game. lished. Within the rules, tail- the fi rst season in which orga- sistant program] opens up the will still be more opportuni- in charge for Buffalo, New He said it is up to the peo- Kubiak hopes to return to The spaces will be sold at gating areas will be available nized tailgating was offered by graduate experience to some ties for students seeking them York’s Immigration and Cus- ple to form their own views. Mercyhurst to speak again in College $10 per car, or students will be for setup two hours prior to Mercyhurst. people who wouldn’t consider next year. toms Enforcement (ICE) His job is to enforce whatev- the spring. Page 6 FEATURES September 17, 2008 ‘Hurst sophomore is a queen How to cope with These include the Miss By Alaina Rydzewski being away from home Central Pennsylvania 2008 Contributing writer students from the same area pageant where she won a By Allie Miniri as you. talent award, and the Crawford Contributing writer You can get together to What do Vanessa Minnillo, County Fair of 2006 in which watch hometown sports Oprah Winfrey and Sarah she was third runner-up Believe it or not, everyone games, talk about where you’re Palin all have in common? and of 2007 where she was will get homesick at one point from and talk about carpooling They can boast that at fi rst runner-up. or another. Not many people so you can go home even one time they have each Even with the continuous are willing to admit it, but if you can’t get a ride from been crowned a beauty preparation, Devore loves it. being homesick is actually your parents. pageant winner. “Competing takes constant more common than one Senior Haylie Starin still gets Now Mercyhurst College determination, time, and might think. homesick every once and a sophomore and Saegertown patience. You have to take College is usually the fi rst while. native Brittani Devore can do everything you do in life time in a person’s life when “Even though I’m a senior, I the same. and consider it a part of he or she is away from what is still miss my family and friends Devore’s fi rst local win competition; whether it be considered home for them. Contributed photo at home, but I am also grateful was the Miss Crawford education, news or personal For some, it might hit for the new friendships I have County 2008 pageant this Brittani Devore (center) along opinion, you are expected to with two of her competitiors right away when parents developed here, because they past summer. be able to support yourself and students are saying have helped me to forget about She has been competing and your views,” Devore said. with her dance and interview, their goodbyes. missing home.” since the third grade and She practices her dance are her favorite parts of For others, it might occur Freshman Megan McKelvey believes it has helped her grow everyday and completes competing. after all the shiny newness had to said goodbye even not only as an individual, but mock interviews on a Her least favorite part is the of college has worn off; after earlier than freshmen move in as a person. constant basis in preparation swimsuit competition. he or she has realized all of day on Aug. 28. Her talent is dance, both for competitions. “Although I respect it the newfound responsibility “I came to play fi eld lyrical and jazz, but she is also Current events are imperative because it is a tradition [in related to college. hockey, so I had to come two an avid enthusiast of DDR, or in the pageant world. pageant competitions,] I truly The good news is it normally weeks before most of the Dance Dance Revolution. Knowledge about issues and believe that young women goes away once you reach a other freshmen,” she said. “I Her platform, called “DDR: happenings all over the world across the world have a lot comfort level. haven’t been home since I The Next Step to Fighting enables you to form opinions more to offer than just a nice It might help to start moved in, so I defi nitely miss Childhood Obesity,” focuses about the topics that matter body in a swimsuit.” thinking what exactly you it.” on the growing number of most in today’s world and While this year will be miss about home. Is it the Meghan Hess had a hard children and teens in the U.S. according to Devore, that’s devoted to promoting her comfort of familiarity and time at fi rst. “The fi rst few who are obese. one of the most important platform, Devore’s next being around people you’re nights were pretty tough. A Besides winning Miss things judges pay attention competition, the Miss comfortable with? lot of people told me it would Crawford County 2008, to. Pennsylvania pageant, will take Part of the transition is getting get better, but at the time Devore has competed in Representing herself place this upcoming June in used to everything and deciding it was hard to believe,” she several other competitions. through her views, along Allentown, Pa. how you are going to deal said. “Each day gets better, with it. though. The Mercyhurst One of the easiest ways to atmosphere has been really overcome homesickness is to welcoming and has made it keep busy. easy for me to adjust.” Staying cooped up in the Always know that the dorm will only bum you out, Counseling Center is located so join some clubs. in the building behind There are tons of clubs the bookstore. on campus. J oin one that The doctors, nurses and relates to your major, or join counselors there are always Contributed photos one simply because it seems willing to listen to you and can Devore fulfi lling her duties as interesting to you. It is a great certainly help you with any Crawford County queen and way to meet students with the anxiety you might be feeling visiting with county natives same interests as you. (left) and taking part in the by being away from home. Crawford County fair (above). Another idea is to fi nd other September 17, 2008 FEATURES Page 7 Fall allergy sufferers sniff out ragweed relief

is more potent than ever. Foods like sunfl ower seeds, By Caitlin Bly The ragweed season starts at bananas, chamomile tea, Contributing writer the beginning of August and cucumber, melons and zuc- usually ends with the fi rst frost. chini are just some of the The leaves are turning Recent studies have shown triggers. If this is the case, colors, the air is becoming increasing temperatures and people will have a scratchy cooler and the days are grow- carbon-dioxide levels are throat and mouth and a ing shorter. Fall is defi nitely extending the season and slight swelling of the lip. here and so are the sneezing, increasing the pollen count. Senior Caitlin Roberts itchy eyes and runny noses. Senior Kallen Dearn- does not do anything spe- Looks like allergies are back barger is one of 36 mil- cial during allergy season. in action and the culprit might lion with fall allergies. “I just deal with the head- just be right under your nose. “I have allergies to pollen aches whenever I have There are 36 million people and dust,” she said. “I just take allergy problems,” she said. who suffer from fall allergies over-the-counter medicine Traditional reliefs every year. Looking around, like Tylenol Allergy Relief.” for allergies are antihis- ragweed is always spotted and As if those allergies weren’t tamines, nasal sprays is the number one allergy per- bad enough, a third of rag- and decongestants. petrator for these sufferers. weed sufferers may have a Nowadays, doctors are sug- Ragweed pops up in fi elds, related condition known gesting that sufferers start empty lots and alongside as “oral allergy syndrome.” treatment 10-14 days before roadways. Thanks to global Eating certain foods mag- the allergy season begins. achooallergy.com warming, new research shows nify conditions rapidly, This will help aid in the Most fall allergies are caused by the ragweed plant, which there is now more of it and it known as cross-reactivity. ongoing battle of allergies. fl ourishes this time of year. Designers begin work on spring 2009 looks

opposite from this fall By Amanda Antenucci pretty pastels, and the layers and winter’s harsh and Staff writer of chiffon prints were subtle mysterious look. yet girly. Animal prints, swirls, Ralph Lauren, for example, and polished color effects The metaphor for designers showed a beautiful collection made the outfi ts whimsical Spring 2009 runway collections inspired by his new store and attention getting. is “It’s like a mystical dream.” opening in the Middle East. Another look that’s popping It’s never too soon to be It featured delicately up in more than one designer’s talking spring fashion, since layered frocks accessorized collections would be the gypsy chunky sweaters and snow with turbans and light inspired clothing. boots are in our future for the exotic jewelry. Light colored fabric with next several months. Kimora Lee Simmons’ subtle tie-dye has been seen While many designers stay KLS line refl ected her in wrap dresses and jumpsuits true to their signature form recent getaway to Africa and with bejeweled waists, hems season after season like Oscar showed an interesting mix and lean silhouettes. de la Renta and Tommy of sexy safari inspired plus So for the girls who aren’t Hilfi ger, other designer’s 1970s shapes. really into rocking the leather collections are visibly a bit Zac Posen is a classic bomber jackets and plaid from the norm. example of what’s to come in skinny pants, spring time this The 2009 spring collections future months. year will defi nitely be for you. Contributed photo Contributed photo are packed full of high voltage He changed up his look and It will be a season that fi nally Zac Posen uses animal Fashion label Omnialuo is prints and color palettes, girly rocked a variety of playful pays homage to the simple frills and delicate silhouettes. prints in both short and long starting off spring with frilly, party pieces, both super short yet playful beauty of being dresses to create a wild yet fl irty styles in pastel pinks This new feminine and and tight, and long and fl owy. a woman. feminine look. and yellows. fragile look is a complete The color scheme was Page 8 FEATURES September 17, 2008 Jon Stewart to THE LAKER honor Carlin at the Fall Term Kennedy Center Galley Grill Center for the Performing Dinner: By the Associated Press Lunch: S - Mushroom Swiss Burger Arts in Washington D.C. Contributing writer M - Popcorn Shrimp M - Roast Beef & Cheddar The program was announced T - Grilled Ham & T - Chicken Alfredo Tuesday and will be aired later Cheese W - Gyros Jon Stewart, Bill Maher and on PBS stations. W - Chicken Caesar Th - General Tso’s Chicken Margaret Cho are among an Others who will honor F - Sizzle Salad Salad all-star lineup of entertainers Carlin include Garry S - Turkey Pretzel Sandwich who will honor the late Shandling, Lily Tomlin, Denis Th - Two Beef Tacos comedian George Carlin at Leary, Joan Rivers, Lewis F - Hot Dog this year’s Mark Twain Prize Black and Richard Belzer. S - Chicken Bacon Swiss for American Humor. The prize is being awarded Hours of Operation: The prize was announced posthumously for the fi rst Board Specials just before Carlin’s death in Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-1 a.m. time in its 11-year history. Lunch $4.75 June. Saturday 1 p.m.-1 a.m. Last year the Kennedy It will be awarded during a Sunday 5 p.m.-1 a.m. tribute performance Nov. 10, Center honored Billy Crystal. 2008, at the John F. Kennedy Look for New Menu Items! Fried Ravioli Broccoli & Cheddar Bites New Salads: Chicken BLT-Veggie(no cheese)-Spinach-Asian Chicken- Greek-Caesar Subconnection Special Features 6” Sub $3.75 Combo $4.75 Wrap combo-Veggie $5.59 12” Sub $5.75 Combo $6.75 Other wraps $5.79 ‘Wrap It Yourself’- Veggie $3.99 Baja and Buffalo Chicken Subs: Other wraps $ 4.19 6” Sub $4 Combo $5.25 12” Sub $6 Combo $ 7 Hours of Operation: www.orbitcast.com Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. George Carlin had many hilarious skits throughout the years, Saturday 1 p.m.-9 p.m. but “The Seven Famous Words” was the most memorable and the most controversial. Sunday 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Laker Express Look for Laker Express Board Equivalency Available: Minute Meals! 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Board Specials Hours of Operation: Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Lunch $4.75 Friday 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. visitingdc.com Dinner $5.50 View of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Saturday & Sunday Closed overlooking the Potomac River. Page 8 FEATURES September 17, 2008 September 17, 2008 FEATURES Page 9 Jon Stewart to THE LAKER Mercyhurst student attends Democratic honor Carlin at the Fall Term Kennedy Center Galley Grill National Convention in Denver, Colorado ity and excitement about the rity and onto the convention Obama supporters. the Obama family, the Biden By Jennifer Jarema Center for the Performing Dinner: big event. fl oor. Wednesday night also family, Speaker of the House By the Associated Press Lunch: S - Mushroom Swiss Burger Contributing writer Arts in Washington D.C. Convention activities began On Monday, I received included the delegate role call, Nancy Pelosi and 100 other Contributing writer M - Popcorn Shrimp M - Roast Beef & Cheddar The program was announced on Monday, Aug. 25, and I a surprise phone call from a process by which states cast supporters, placing me a few T - Grilled Ham & T - Chicken Alfredo Tuesday and will be aired later When Barack Obama couldn’t help but be somewhat DNC staff. The day’s events their offi cial votes towards feet from the podium. Cheese W - Gyros Jon Stewart, Bill Maher and on PBS stations. began his candidacy for presi- nervous. I had no idea what would include a feature of the eventual nominee. Words cannot describe the W - Chicken Caesar Th - General Tso’s Chicken Margaret Cho are among an Others who will honor F - Sizzle Salad dent, I knew without a doubt to expect. young delegates, and I was Other speakers throughout energy and emotion of that Salad all-star lineup of entertainers Carlin include Garry S - Turkey Pretzel Sandwich I wanted to be involved in Each morning that fi rst invited to stand on stage as a the week included John Kerry, night. The magnitude of his- who will honor the late Shandling, Lily Tomlin, Denis Th - Two Beef Tacos the campaign. week began with Pennsylvania part of it. Bill Richardson and Al Gore. tory that occurred during comedian George Carlin at Leary, Joan Rivers, Lewis F - Hot Dog I started an informal chap- delegation breakfasts, which I eagerly accepted the Thursday was the night that that speech was humbling this year’s Mark Twain Prize Black and Richard Belzer. S - Chicken Bacon Swiss ter of Students for Barack included notable fi gures like opportunity, and I was rushed made the rest of the conven- and mind-numbing. for American Humor. Obama at Mercyhurst and got Chris Matthews (Hardball on through hair and makeup. I tion pale in comparison. Senator Obama delivered The prize is being awarded Hours of Operation: The prize was announced involved locally. MSNBC), Sen. Bob Casey, appeared on stage with sev- Barack Obama gave a fantastic speech. I found posthumously for the fi rst Board Specials just before Carlin’s death in Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-1 a.m. I became aware that applica- Gov. Ed Rendell, and the eral other young delegates. his nomination accep- my commitment to his time in its 11-year history. Lunch $4.75 June. Saturday 1 p.m.-1 a.m. tions were available to become vice presidential candidate, My experience had already tance speech to a crowd campaign reinvigorated. Last year the Kennedy It will be awarded during a Sunday 5 p.m.-1 a.m. a delegate for Obama. Joe Biden. been thrilling, and it was only of over 80,000 people at The convention was a grand tribute performance Nov. 10, Center honored Billy Crystal. I wasn’t sure what would be This was all quite a spec- the fi rst night. Invesco Field. introduction to the American 2008, at the John F. Kennedy Look for New Menu Items! required, but I turned in an tacle; having hotel breakfasts Tuesday night, Hill- I was given the surprise political process. It will be a Fried Ravioli Broccoli & Cheddar Bites application anyways. with bomb-sniffi ng dogs and ary Clinton spoke grace- honor of sitting in the “Inner personal inspiration for many New Salads: After the Pennsylvania pri- Secret Service agents. fully about uniting the party Circle” section reserved for years to come. Chicken BLT-Veggie(no cheese)-Spinach-Asian Chicken- mary was held, I had been Offi cial convention busi- and gave full support to Greek-Caesar elected delegate to the Demo- ness began every day at 3 p.m. Barack Obama. cratic National Convention I was required to obtain secu- Wednesday, former Presi- (DNC) in Denver, Colo. rity credentials each day that dent Bill Clinton had his Subconnection I was greeted in Denver would get me through the opportunity to mend any Special Features by a city buzzing with activ- intense, airport-level secu- rifts between Clinton and 6” Sub $3.75 Combo $4.75 Wrap combo-Veggie $5.59 12” Sub $5.75 Combo $6.75 Other wraps $5.79 ‘Wrap It Yourself’- Veggie $3.99 Baja and Buffalo Chicken Subs: Other wraps $ 4.19 6” Sub $4 Combo $5.25 12” Sub $6 Combo $ 7 Hours of Operation: www.orbitcast.com Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. George Carlin had many hilarious skits throughout the years, Saturday 1 p.m.-9 p.m. but “The Seven Famous Words” was the most memorable and the most controversial. Sunday 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Laker Express Look for Laker Express Board Equivalency Available: Minute Meals! 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Board Specials Hours of Operation: Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Lunch $4.75 Friday 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. visitingdc.com Dinner $5.50 Contributed photo Saturday & Sunday Closed View of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Junior Jennifer Jarema at the Democratic National Convention in her seat in the “Inner Circle” overlooking the Potomac River. which is located only feet from the stage and podium. Page 10 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT September 17, 2008 Fave 5ive: 92nd St. YMCA lectures: Renée Kiefer Thomas Friedman’s ‘Geogreenism’ CD - The Shins’ “Oh, to my seat the whole show; I seeks to integrate the forces of Inverted World” didn’t want it to end! I remember listening to it for Museum - National the fi rst time and feeling like it Museum of Ireland- capitalism and environmentalism changed the way I appreciated Archaeology in Dublin number of countries, a prob- the next “Green Google” or By Kyle King music. “Caring is Creepy” It is smaller than, say, the lem not alleviated by the fact “Green Microsoft.” A & E Editor and “New Slang” are defi - British Museum, but fascinat- Friedman asserts the United Friedman concluded with an nitely worth a listen. ing nonetheless, especially for States is funding both sides ominous dictum, “We have Lately, however, I’ve been an archaeology major. My According to Thomas Fried- of the War on Terror—while exactly enough time…starting playing a lot of Nada Surf favorite exhibit was “Kingship man, author of the new book, fi ghting terrorists militarily, we now.” on my iTunes. Their lyrics and Sacrifi ce,” where there are “Hot, Flat, and Crowded: Why are supporting them in that Friedman’s lecture was heard are clever and interesting, and actual Iron Age bog bodies on We Need a Green Revolu- very same military’s operations by more than 200 people in the lead singer really surprises display. Back home in Califor- tion—and How It Can Renew costs. the Taylor Little Theater. you, especially on “Neither nia, I try to visit the Norton America,” a “book [that] mas- Thirdly, ‘global weirding’ is The next speakers in the 92nd Heaven Nor Space.” Simon Museum in Pasadena querades about energy and leading to more and more St. YMCA series will be Cornel Web site - babynames.com on my breaks. The art collec- environment” but is really I can get lost in that site for tion is unbelievable: Picasso, extreme climate conditions. West and Susan Niemen, who about America, green is the obscene amounts of time if Matisse, Degas, van Gogh, Fourth, ‘energy poverty’ has will discuss race and religion as new red, white, and blue. I’m not care- Cézanne, caused a large global popula- it pertains to politics and the Friedman was the fi rst ful! T here are Renoir…the tion to fall farther and faster presidency. thousands of list goes on. speaker in this year’s Mercy- behind the industrialized The event will be broad- names you can The museum hurst’s 92nd St. YMCA lecture nations of the world due to cast in the Taylor Little The- search through, actually gives series, broadcast to the campus not being able to access all the ater Thursday, Sept. 25, and they give out free prints in conjunction with Temple world’s information. at 8:15 p.m. you the origin of one of Anshe Hesed. Finally, ‘biodiversity loss,’ has Tickets are free for students and meaning of the paintings He outlined America’s fail- caused the widespread extinc- with Mercyhurst ID. each of them. on display to ings as a nation today in three tion of species after species of Plus, there every visitor (I ways: the events of Sept. 11, animal and plant on Earth. are daily polls, write the dates 2001, have caused us to with- Friedman prefers to look at where you on each print draw as a market; America no these trends as opportunities. can rate how every time I longer has an enemy like the He posits that if America much you like visit). Soviet Union against whom to does not lead the green revo- or dislike a name. T he lists Disney movie compete; and the government lution, our standard of living of the most common male - “Peter Pan” is failing to solve multi-genera- will suffer. and female names by year are Ever since I was little, tional problems. He hearkens back to one of also kind of cool to browse “Peter Pan” was defi nitely Friedman maintains the big- the main messages in his “The through – the most popular my favorite. I loved the ride idea entrepreneurial spirit ones are surprisingly different at Disneyland (you get to fl y World is Flat” in prophesying, remains intact, but the powers- from our generation. over Neverland in a pirate ship “Change or die!” and won- that-be in the American Broadway show- “Wicked” – how awesome is that?!) The dering, “Have you ever been government are not harness- Some of my friends in high Disney version is classic, and to a revolution where no one ing that energy in a positive gets hurt?” school started listening to I could watch it over and over Courtesy of time.com the soundtrack non-stop and again and not get sick of it. I direction. Friedman insists change will it drove me crazy! T hen I recently read J.M. Barrie’s orig- Friedman notes there are fi ve not occur in America until “Hot, Flat, and Crowded” will actually saw the show and it inal Peter Pan stories, “Peter major trends emerging that the price signs and regula- almost assuredly be Thomas all made sense. The relation- Pan in Kensington Gardens” have both caused warming tions change from on high, Friedman’s newest bestseller. ship and interaction between and “Peter and Wendy,” and I and are leading to changes in and he assigns the presidency His previous chart-toppers Elphaba and Glinda is bitterly really appreciate the childlike the world today. an extremely central, almost include “From Beirut to Jeru- hilarious when they fi rst meet, genius of his writing and the First, more nations are dictatorial role akin to FDR salem” (1989), “The Lexus and the Olive Tree” (1999) and and endearing without losing way his themes were incor- consuming more energy than during the New Deal reforms. its charm by the conclusion of porated into later cinematics ever before. “The World is Flat” (2005). He Change can happen and needs writes twice weekly for “The the story. Plus, the set is phe- interpretations, like “Hook” Secondly, ‘petrodictators’ to happen stateside, to prevent New York Times.” nomenal, and I stayed glued and the Disney version. have come to power in a another country from creating September 17, 2008 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Page 11 No movie for old men: ‘Burn After Reading’ some of his repeatedly coarser employees, Linda Litzke and lar choice) for a small Good movie, the body count inevita- By Kyle King word choices. Chad Feldheimer (Frances Samaritan reward, the deal bly escalates. A & E editor Cox’s wife Katie, played with McDormand and Brad Pitt). goes sour and Litzke initiates J.K. Simmons reprises a beautiful coldness by Tilda Litzke is an obsessive Internet a blackmail attempt, going similar role to that he played After making perhaps the Swinton, is meanwhile seeking dater who feels she can only as a foil to Aaron Eckhart in best movie of 2007 with “No a divorce from her regain her self- “Thank You For Smoking,” Country for Old Men,” Ethan now jobless husband confidence and it is his job as a CIA supe- and Joel Coen have returned and sleeping around and beauty rior to brief and debrief the with an interesting spy-spoof on the side with after multiple audience. At one point he in the ensemble expensive insightfully analyzes, “Every- comedy “Burn After one seems to be sleeping with Reading.” each other,” and he concludes John Malkovich is one meeting with a subordi- at his insolent, neu- nate by mandating, “Report rotic best as Osborne back to me when…things Cox, an aging, elit- make sense.” ist Princeton grad A friend with whom I saw the run out of his job Courtesy of movie said he was reminded of in the CIA. W hen burnafterreading.com the last stanza of T.S. Eliot’s a coworker remarks “The Hollow Men” through- his alcoholism is to Brad Pitt has always excelled as a character actor, and his Chad Feldheimer in “Burn After Reading” is no out the fi lm: “This is how the exception to this rule. George Clooney’s Harry Pfarrer treads intriguing boundaries of movie perversity, blame, he snarkily world ends / Not with a bang especially since Clooney generally plays charming, suave protagonists. John Malkovich’s Osborne Cox is retorts, “You’re a but a whimper.” both pitiful and pitiable at turns as he deals with losing his treasured elitist status. Frances McDormand, Mormon. Next to Tilda Swinton, J.K. Simmons and others round out this all-star ensemble cast list. If you need a fulfi lling plot, you we all have a traditional genres and hero drinking problem.” roles in order to like a fi lm, go Malkovich mixes fl ooring- and sex-obsessed plastic surgeries. Pitt steals through the Russian embassy see “The Dark Knight.” That’s the high brow and the low brow Harry Pfarrer (George Cloo- all his scenes as Feldheimer, in the hopes of getting enough not a condemnation. But if with great results. His pro- ney). oblivious to the world, locked money for her liposuction. you are willing to have your nunciations of “memoirs” and The plot is complicated out of life by his iPod. The plot is complicated mag- expectations altered, see cin- “rapport” were in themselves when Cox’s CIA information Originally trying to return nifi cently from there, to the ematic stars play oddball roles laugh-out-loud moments, and memoirs end up in the Cox’s ‘sensitive information’ point where absurdity reigns. and leave without closure, give especially considered against hands of two local D.C. gym (Pitt has a different vernacu- As it is a Coen Brothers’ “Burn After Reading” a shot. Preview the Guelcher Film Series before it plays civil rights supporters in 1964 woos a mild-mannered bar- unfl inching exploration of a By Mason Lorek “The Counterfeiters” in Saint Augustine, Fla., and tender thinking he’s a wealthy father-and-son relationship, Staff writer – Sept. 24 – This is the true the inequalities that persist to suitor. as a son deals with his father’s story of the largest counter- this day. “Schism” – Nov. 5 – terminal illness and imminent Freshmen, if you have not feiting operation in history. “The Visitor” – Oct. 15 – Directed by Erie native John death. yet been made aware, the PAC The fi lm follows the king of A widowed college professor C. Lyons, “Schism” is a story “The Edge of Heaven” shows a movie every Wednes- counterfeiters who helped the returns to New York City to of one man’s descent into the – Dec. 3 – A Turkish man day at 2 and 8 p.m., and it is Nazis organize the operation fi nd a young couple, who turn world of Alzheimer’s. travels to Istanbul to fi nd free with your Mercyhurst ID. in order to fi nance the war out to be illegal immigrants, “Tell No One” – Nov. 12 the daughter of his father’s There are some good ones, so effort. living in his apartment. “Tell No One” is based on former girlfriend after her check them out. “Times and Winds” – “Uncounted” – Oct. 22 the best-selling book about accidental death. Additionally, when I break Oct. 1 – “Times and Winds” This explosive documentary a pediatrician who again “In Search of a Midnight down individual fi lms in the offers an unforgettable examines election fraud and becomes a suspect in his Kiss” – Dec. 10 – This funny coming weeks, I will be imple- glimpse of rural Islamic life how easy it is to change elec- wife’s murder when two and bittersweet look at rela- menting a sort of rating/per- that is at once timeless, out tion outcomes and undermine bodies are found near the tionships, love and modern sonal reaction consisting of of time and transfi xed, like election integrity across the scene of the original crime. romance follows an aspiring a facial expression. Besides so many works of its kind, by nation. “And When Did You Last writer who is persuaded by his my reviews, here is what we the futile search for lost time. “Priceless” – Oct. 29 See Your Father?” – Nov. intervening friend to post a have to look forward to in the “Dare Not Walk Alone” Through a case of mistaken 19 – “And When Did You personal ad on Craig’s List for coming weeks: – Oct. 8 – This is the story of identity, a young gold digger Last See Your Father?” is an all to see. Page 12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT SeptemberSeptember 3, 172008, 2008 ‘Skip School, ‘Start Sights’ with Love, obsession Hit the Lights drums. By Greg Summy The formula for pop punk abound in Vladimir Contributing writer rarely changes. T his is pain- fully apparent on this record, Nabokov’s ‘Lolita’ Losing a lead singer in a band as every song seems to be a these days is quite an obstacle continuation of the previous. to overcome. Lima, Ohio, Whether it was the band’s own pop-punk rockers Hit the doing, or pressure from the Lights turned that very situ- label, all the songs on the record ation into an opportunity to seem to be written in danger- restart their careers. ously similar keys, with shock- “Skip School, Start Fights,” ingly comparable melodies. Courtesy of nabokov.com their new record on Triple There are a few diamond-in- Above is the 50th Anniversary edition of Crown Records, marks the the-rough songs on the record, “Lolita,” published in 2005. To the right is Courtesy of imdb.com band’s re-entry to the music which give the band some Jeremy Irons as Humbert and Dominique Swain industry, since Colin Ross credibility in their comeback. as Lolita in Adrian Lynne’s 1997 fi lm version. decided to take his vocal cords “Cry Your Eyes Out” fea- off the road and out of the tures a slight exploration into to-be or lady-in-waiting, but However, as Humbert and band. heavier guitar tones and Blink By Kyle King Humbert associates her with Lolita travel the country, Lolita After a long, grueling, almost 182-inspired vocal melodies. A & E Editor a childhood love who died of becomes more desirous of a futile effort to fi nd a new The fi nal track of the album, typhus, so Lolita seems lovably normal teenage life and Hum- singer, Hit the Lights fi nally “On and On,” is rather boring Two words characterize the radiant. bert becomes more paranoid decided to make long-time for a Hit the Lights song. The classic Vladimir Nabokov While secretly sexually desir- and possessive. guitar player Nick Thompson tempo is cut almost in half novel “Lolita” perfectly: ‘love’ ing Lolita, it becomes appar- The climax and conclusion, the new voice of the band. compared to the rest of the and ‘obsession.’ ent that Charlotte is smitten leading back to the murder The band then had to fi nd a record. The plot centers around by Humbert herself. that results in Humbert being replacement for Thompson, The song takes more than a handsome young profes- In order to keep up appear- jailed, seem almost inevitable and found guitarist Kevin one-and-a-half minutes to sor who has been jailed for ances, Humbert agrees to by the end. Mahoney. build into a full sound. murder, as the framing device marry her. However, without “Lolita,” overall, is one of With a secured lineup, the It is perhaps the weakest at the beginning of the work spoiling any major plot details, the most beautifully written band started writing their track on the record; it was not reveals. suffi ce it to say that Charlotte novels I’ve ever read, and I sophomore follow-up to 2005’s a smart choice to conclude the Since he has died of coronary is not long in the picture when highly recommend it so long “This is a Stickup, Don’t Make album. thrombosis, however, his diary the relationship between Hum- as you can get past the taboo it a Murder.” Hit the Lights is vocalist Nick has been released, with pseud- bert and Lolita turns lustward. subject matter, which is admit- The band recorded the Thompson, guitarists Omar onyms in place for the central There is a strange paradigm at tedly tetchy. thirteen-track album with Zehery and Kevin Mahoney, characters. work in “Lolita.” While clearly The language is all the more former Hidden in Plain View bassist Dave Bermosk and Professor Humbert Humbert, immoral and grotesque, Hum- impressive considering Nabo- guitarist Rob Freeman, with drummer Nate Van Dame. as he is throughout coined, has bert’s love for his stepdaughter kov was Russian and English members of Mayday Parade The band has traveled with emigrated from Europe to the is genuine and even endearing, was only his third language. and Cartel lending their mixing The Friday Night Boys, A United States. at least as it blossoms. Nabokov is still up for debate skills. Rocket to the Moon, Night- He fi nds residence in the Humbert’s eloquent lan- in literary circles today, as well: The band’s fi rst single, “Stay beast and Fireworks this home of a widowed woman, guage, classical allusions (he his as-yet-unpublished frag- Out,” is an up-tempo anthem summer on the AC Slay Tour. Charlotte Haze, with an ado- compares them to Peter Abe- ment “The Original of Laura” of summer and youth. They continue to play on lescent daughter, Dolores lard and Heloise), and clever could soon be made public by The pop-punk style that was the road with Cobra Starship, (shortened to Lolita), whose punning (“Sweet and Lo,” “Lo Nabokov’s literary executor, so blaring and in-your-face on Forever the Sickest Kids and sensual and alluring presence and behold,” et al.) make read- his son Dmitri, despite the their last record has carried Sing it Loud on the Sassyback is the only redeemable quality ers almost hope the relation- author’s instructions to destroy over to “Skip School, Start Tour. of the entire estate. ship can somehow responsibly the manuscript. Fights,” via melodic vocals, “Skip School, Start Fights” is Lolita is not a classic beauty- fl ourish. thick guitars and splashy in stores and online now. Page 12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT SeptemberSeptember 3, 172008, 2008 September 17, 2008 OPINION Page 13 ‘Skip School, The grace of the community the past 17 years. In fact, her side of my family covetousness at those rooted The only way that communi- ‘Start Sights’ with This mobility, not unlike is soo rooted in place that my around me, I delight in my ties can function in this their what many Americans un- sister and I were the sixth gen- multiple circles of family and proper way is when we allow dergo in their lives, means a life eration of that side to live in friends from various stages ourselves to become vulner- Hit the Lights of shifting communities and my mother’s hometown. of my life. able to those close to us. Love, obsession changing faces. For her, community is rooted All of these people en- This vulnerability to be By Robert von Thaden, Jr. drums. Perhaps this is why I am al- to place. For her son, living velope me in the grace of raised up and to be brought By Greg Summy Contributing writer The formula for pop punk ways so grateful for the circle in a mobile, wired age, space community. down, I believe, is what makes abound in Vladimir Contributing writer rarely changes. T his is pain- of friends I have always been seems incidental. The grace of communi- us fully human. fully apparent on this record, I am a nomad, a vagabond, lucky to have in each place. I constantly live as the out- ty, so precious to the no- And so, the vagabond opens Nabokov’s ‘Lolita’ Losing a lead singer in a band as every song seems to be a by profession. Well, techni- That most of these com- sider looking in on communi- mad, both lifts my spirits and himself up to vulnerability these days is quite an obstacle continuation of the previous. cally, I’m an academic, but on munities were designed to ties of place. keeps me grounded. again and again knowing that to overcome. Lima, Ohio, Whether it was the band’s own one level that’s just a fancy way be temporary in geo-spatial As one who does not share My circles of f am- by doing so he is chasing after pop-punk rockers Hit the doing, or pressure from the of saying the same thing. terms only makes them more the rootedness of these com- ily and friends save me the grace that roots us all in a Lights turned that very situ- label, all the songs on the record Born and raised in Rockland precious to me. munities, I must admit to from my solitudinary and common humanity. ation into an opportunity to seem to be written in danger- County, N.Y.; college in Al- Anchors of grace in a life envy. misanthropic tendencies. Robert H. von Thaden, Jr., Ph.D. restart their careers. ously similar keys, with shock- lentown, P. a.; a master’s pro- always in motion. My communities over the These same communities has just started his third year as “Skip School, Start Fights,” ingly comparable melodies. gram and high-school teach- How different my experience years have been built around of grace also keep me honest Assistant Professor of Religious Courtesy of nabokov.com their new record on Triple There are a few diamond-in- ing in Chicago; a doctoral of community is from that of less concrete things than – pulling me back to earth Studies. His favorite aspect about program in Atlanta; assistant Above is the 50th Anniversary edition of Crown Records, marks the the-rough songs on the record, my mother, for example. place, but they are not less when I threaten to lose my Mercyhurst: The dedication of and professor in Erie. “Lolita,” published in 2005. To the right is Courtesy of imdb.com band’s re-entry to the music which give the band some Until recently, she lived in powerful for that. moorings in near delusional camaraderie among the faculty. Jeremy Irons as Humbert and Dominique Swain industry, since Colin Ross credibility in their comeback. I’ve moved around a little in the same town her entire life. While I look with a certain fl ights of grandeur. as Lolita in Adrian Lynne’s 1997 fi lm version. decided to take his vocal cords “Cry Your Eyes Out” fea- off the road and out of the tures a slight exploration into to-be or lady-in-waiting, but However, as Humbert and band. heavier guitar tones and Blink The One Card: By Kyle King Humbert associates her with Lolita travel the country, Lolita After a long, grueling, almost 182-inspired vocal melodies. A & E Editor a childhood love who died of becomes more desirous of a futile effort to fi nd a new The fi nal track of the album, curbing its use typhus, so Lolita seems lovably normal teenage life and Hum- singer, Hit the Lights fi nally “On and On,” is rather boring Card, I was completely shocked By Chris Duval Two words characterize the radiant. bert becomes more paranoid decided to make long-time for a Hit the Lights song. The to find that it was against Contributing writer classic Vladimir Nabokov While secretly sexually desir- and possessive. guitar player Nick Thompson tempo is cut almost in half Mercyhurst policy. If you don’t want it printed . . . don’t let it happen. novel “Lolita” perfectly: ‘love’ ing Lolita, it becomes appar- The climax and conclusion, the new voice of the band. compared to the rest of the Yes, it is technically a tobacco and ‘obsession.’ ent that Charlotte is smitten leading back to the murder The band then had to fi nd a record. With several bars now prohib- product, but it’s used to combat Casey Greene Editor-in-Chief [email protected] The plot centers around by Humbert herself. that results in Humbert being replacement for Thompson, The song takes more than iting smoking, I fi gured now is the addiction not further it. Amanda Valauri News Editor [email protected] a handsome young profes- In order to keep up appear- jailed, seem almost inevitable and found guitarist Kevin one-and-a-half minutes to better than any to quit. Still in disbelief, I tried again Emily Grabowski Features Editor [email protected] sor who has been jailed for ances, Humbert agrees to by the end. Mahoney. build into a full sound. However, anyone that is ad- a day later and asked a dif- Heather Donovan Opinion Editor [email protected] murder, as the framing device marry her. However, without “Lolita,” overall, is one of With a secured lineup, the It is perhaps the weakest dicted to nicotine knows it’s ferent employee, but got the Brad Moehringer Sports Editor [email protected] at the beginning of the work spoiling any major plot details, the most beautifully written band started writing their track on the record; it was not easier said than done. same response. Sam Sellinger Sports Editor [email protected] reveals. suffi ce it to say that Charlotte novels I’ve ever read, and I sophomore follow-up to 2005’s a smart choice to conclude the I have quit several times Mercyhurst should be pro- Kyle King A&E [email protected] Since he has died of coronary is not long in the picture when highly recommend it so long “This is a Stickup, Don’t Make album. cold turkey, but this time I fi g- moting students to better them- Scoot Williams Photographer [email protected] thrombosis, however, his diary the relationship between Hum- as you can get past the taboo it a Murder.” Hit the Lights is vocalist Nick ured I’d try it with the help of selves and not have policies that Tyler Stauffer Photographer [email protected] has been released, with pseud- bert and Lolita turns lustward. subject matter, which is admit- The band recorded the Thompson, guitarists Omar Nicorette. Plus, chewing gum prevent them from doing so. Caitlyn Bly Advertising Manager [email protected] onyms in place for the central There is a strange paradigm at tedly tetchy. thirteen-track album with Zehery and Kevin Mahoney, at the club instead of having a I do not write this to complain Gretchen Yori Copy Editor [email protected] characters. work in “Lolita.” While clearly The language is all the more former Hidden in Plain View bassist Dave Bermosk and cigarette is ideal. and because I have nothing Ashley Pastor General Assignme [email protected] Professor Humbert Humbert, immoral and grotesque, Hum- impressive considering Nabo- guitarist Rob Freeman, with drummer Nate Van Dame. However, Nicorette is insanely better to do, but because I feel Bill Welch Adviser [email protected] as he is throughout coined, has bert’s love for his stepdaughter kov was Russian and English members of Mayday Parade The band has traveled with expensive at about $50 for a box this ridiculous policy needs to Brian Sheridan Adviser [email protected] emigrated from Europe to the is genuine and even endearing, was only his third language. and Cartel lending their mixing The Friday Night Boys, A and trying to live on my summer be changed. United States. at least as it blossoms. Nabokov is still up for debate skills. Rocket to the Moon, Night- earnings for as long as possible I agree with not being al- The Merciad is the official student-produced newspaper of Mercyhurst College. It is published He fi nds residence in the Humbert’s eloquent lan- in literary circles today, as well: The band’s fi rst single, “Stay beast and Fireworks this I can’t really afford it. lowed to buy cigarettes on the throughout the school year, with the exception of finals weeks. Our office is in Hirt, Room 120B. home of a widowed woman, guage, classical allusions (he his as-yet-unpublished frag- Out,” is an up-tempo anthem summer on the AC Slay Tour. Now, I already know you One Card, however not allow- Our telephone number is (814) 824-2376. Charlotte Haze, with an ado- compares them to Peter Abe- ment “The Original of Laura” of summer and youth. They continue to play on cannot buy cigarettes using ing students to buy a product lescent daughter, Dolores lard and Heloise), and clever could soon be made public by The pop-punk style that was the road with Cobra Starship, your One Card and that is that will in the end save or (shortened to Lolita), whose punning (“Sweet and Lo,” “Lo Nabokov’s literary executor, so blaring and in-your-face on Forever the Sickest Kids and completely understandable. considerably extend their life is The Merciad welcomes letters to the editor. All letters must besigned and names will be included with sensual and alluring presence and behold,” et al.) make read- his son Dmitri, despite the their last record has carried Sing it Loud on the Sassyback Mercyhurst doesn’t want their truly unfortunate. the letters. Although we will not edit the letters for content, we reserve the right to trim letters to fit. is the only redeemable quality ers almost hope the relation- author’s instructions to destroy over to “Skip School, Start Tour. students to harm themselves. I ask Mercyhurst and the Letters are due Mondays by noon and may not be more than 300 words. Submit letters to box PH 485 or of the entire estate. ship can somehow responsibly the manuscript. Fights,” via melodic vocals, “Skip School, Start Fights” is So when I went to CVS to One Card office to change Lolita is not a classic beauty- fl ourish. thick guitars and splashy in stores and online now. buy Nicorette using my One this policy. via e-mail at [email protected]. Page 14 OPINION September 17, 2008 Keeping Erie safe Challenging the tire-to-energy plant

tal health and human well mental justice. poses a few good paying jobs to add toxins to an already By Anne Zaphiris being are not connected is More disquieting is the over a short period of time impaired atmosphere? Communication dept. chair irresponsible. ability of ERE to convince in exchange for our health Asthma, pulmonary disease, An unbiased scientifi c as- our community that ‘gas- and well being. cancer - words and experi- Those who live in Erie sessment must be under- sified’ tires are a form of Our regional Rustbelt history ences already part of our County because of love of taken and openly shared ‘renewable’ energy. includes the Cuyahoga River everyday conversations. place and people must stop with our public. Renewable energy is that burning in Ohio in the 1960s, Will we allow this to esca- the proposed tire-to-energy Second, economics which is generated from Love Canal harming thou- late? plant, an acknowledged and the environment are natural resources, such as sands in Buffalo, N.Y., in the Will community leader- Title 5 polluter. T his pro- undeniably 1970s, ship choose short-term posal should be discussed as linked. and more. economic gain for a few a complex turning point in the Unfortu- Unfortunately, in our burgeoning Do we want over long-term health con- history of our community. nately, in our “green economy, developers and Erie’s waterfront sequences to Erie County Are we going to allow am- burgeoning corporations effectively take ad- to be the millen- people and environment? bivalence, lack of unbiased in- green econo- nium chapter in What can you do? Com- formation and green-sheen to my, develop- vantage of our confl icted national that record of municate. negatively impact our health ers and cor- psyche... environmental Inform yourself, talk to your and vibrancy as a person porations ef- ” Anne Zaphiris degradation and neighbor, and do something and collective? fectively take human harm? for Erie’s future by voicing Or, will we enact democ- advantage of our confl icted the sun, tides, wind and It’s time to recognize and your concerns. racy and use our shared voice national psyche torn by the geothermal heat. accept our past and fi nd pro- E-mail or call your legisla- to demand what is right desire to go green, yet main- It is truly clean with no gressive solutions to the eco- tive representatives. Ask them for our health, our families tain our current standard of hazardous emissions or nomic downturn. to demand an examination of and our future? living and retain jobs in tough dangerous pollutants. Finally, elected and appoint- outdated DEP and EPA stan- Let’s examine this envi- economic times. The tire-to-energy plant’s ed leaders must stand fi rm, dards and to conscientiously ronmental, economic and Erie Renewable Energy use of the term ‘renewable’ is as representatives of our scrutinize the impact of the ethical dilemma as informed serves as a textbook example calculated trickery. community, rather than as plant on our population. resolute citizens. of greenwashing, a deceptive Our society has to and delegates of profi t-motivated Then, ride your bicycle on In doing so, four interrelated organizational tactic where will change when green isn’t developers. the peninsula, stroll along the issues must be addressed. stakeholders are persuaded just a feel good word, but a Community leaders were re- emerging bayfront and travel First, the health of our fami- that a corporation’s envi- way of life. cently invited to a closed door through the winding roads of lies and ecosystem will suffer; ronmental practices are ben- American values, vulnerable session hosted by ERE’s local North East’s grape country. everything is connected. efi cial to all and services and in a weak economy and mis- and out of town developers Ask yourself “Am I willing to The argument should end products are not harmful, informed through deceptive to keep out ‘radical’ voices of compromise my community here, but pursuit of profi t and when indeed, the alleged marketing, will demand that others; the very people who with a short-term fi x versus fl awed reasoning continue to green practices are actually when an organization claims voted for them to lead. long-term solution? thwart this simple tenet. detrimental to humans and to be green, it is. ERE’s proposal, an ethical Is the beauty of our natural With a predicted life of 30- the environment. Third, the Erie region needs dilemma and complex test environment and health of 35 years, the plant will have This green-sheen is espe- to let go of its poor self of leadership, must call into our people negotiable? the opportunity to scar a gen- cially toxic when considering image, while retaining the question the overall benefi t to Can we make a better deci- eration - our children. the tire-to-energy proposal. positive elements of our the community. sion through committed pa- Recently, the Erie County ERE’s plant will be built in industrial past, such as hard- Our leaders must resist tience, sound judgment, and Medical Society and Sierra a brownfi eld site bordered by working values, commitment advocating for the few who innovative thinking?” Club published position pa- an impoverished area popu- to community and focus will profit financially in Mercyhurst College, I be- pers which candidly request lated by individuals without on the future. exchange for Erie region lieve we will make the right an assessment of the impact access to health care, bal- Our collective negative health and vitality. choice. of the plant. anced information or op- self-perception influences With a recent air quali- Please stop by 107 Hirt to They understand that portunities to move out of how others perceive us and, ty grade of “F” from the sign a petition against ERE’s a sick e n vironment the neighborhood. quite possibly, fueled this American Lung Associa- proposal or send me an email creates sick people. The proposal now becomes fi re - making us susceptible tion, will we permit a ‘re- at [email protected] To deny that environmen- a case of social and environ- to an organization who pro- newable energy’ company expressing your concern. Page 14 OPINION September 17, 2008 September 17, 2008 OPINION Page 15 Keeping Erie safe Coddling Democrats Manhattan lawyer Russia, while still maintaining By Devon Ruic lashes back the sovereignty of their small, dominated society. Contributing writer By Rhonda Marable Challenging the tire-to-energy plant democratic neighbors. In addition to the accusa- Contributing writer Gibson attempted to embar- tions about Columbia Uni- Many Central and South It would appear the Demo- rass the two-year governor versity’s class, Hollander has American students will be tal health and human well mental justice. poses a few good paying jobs to add toxins to an already cratic nominee for president by accusing Palin of holding Have you heard the latest brought suits against several By Anne Zaphiris celebrating Hispanic heri- about Roy Den Hollander? The being are not connected is More disquieting is the over a short period of time impaired atmosphere? needs to be treated with child- extreme religious views just popular New York night clubs tage month from Sept. 15 Communication dept. chair Manhattan lawyer who sued irresponsible. ability of ERE to convince in exchange for our health Asthma, pulmonary disease, like care, if his interview with because she referred to her for offering drink discounts to Oct. 15. An unbiased scientifi c as- our community that ‘gas- and well being. cancer - words and experi- George Stephanopoulos is any Christian faith when encourag- Columbia University this August to women. for having a women’s studies Those who live in Erie sessment must be under- sified’ tires are a form of Our regional Rustbelt history ences already part of our indication. ing people to pray for American Hollander was rudely awaked This weekend celebrates program that he claims is dis- County because of love of taken and openly shared ‘renewable’ energy. includes the Cuyahoga River everyday conversations. However, a hatchet should soldiers. Unfortunately for to clubs making exceptions the half-way to St. Patrick’s criminating against men. place and people must stop with our public. Renewable energy is that burning in Ohio in the 1960s, Will we allow this to esca- be utilized when deal- Gibson, Palin spryly coun- for women while he was out Day, so mark your calenders Obviously my fi rst reaction was the proposed tire-to-energy Second, economics which is generated from Love Canal harming thou- late? ing with the Republican tered that she was following trying to forget about his and prepare for one of the “Are you joking?” plant, an acknowledged and the environment are natural resources, such as sands in Buffalo, N.Y., in the Will community leader- vice-presidential candidate. in the footsteps of President bitter divorce. most fun holidays of the Title 5 polluter. T his pro- undeniably 1970s, ship choose short-term To demonstrate this brand Abraham Lincoln, a path that But the joke’s on me, actually, it’s It would seem that he hasn’t posal should be discussed as linked. and more. economic gain for a few of double-standard, we Obama has referred to himself on all women that have purchased been out clubbing in the year. a complex turning point in the Unfortu- Unfortunately, in our burgeoning Do we want over long-term health con- need look no further than as following several times dur- a drink for half price at the club, last …ever. history of our community. nately, in our “green economy, developers and Erie’s waterfront sequences to Erie County the Charlie Gibson interview ing his campaign. didn’t have to pay a cover charge I would be sorry if I weren’t Are we going to allow am- burgeoning corporations effectively take ad- to be the millen- people and environment? with Sarah Palin. By contrast, the 147-day Sen- or have even taken a women’s such a staunch feminist, but can bivalence, lack of unbiased in- green econo- nium chapter in What can you do? Com- ABC heavily and unfair- ator Barack Obama referred, studies class. I just say crybaby? formation and green-sheen to my, develop- vantage of our confl icted national that record of municate. ly edited the interview to to his “Muslim Faith”, and Hollander is on a mission to When will people stop abusing negatively impact our health ers and cor- psyche... environmental Inform yourself, talk to your make the Alaskan governor continued without correcting get rid of all injustices towards lawsuits? and vibrancy as a person porations ef- ” Anne Zaphiris degradation and neighbor, and do something appear like a hawk and a himself. Instead, George Steph- men that have come by way of I know we can sue clubs for The football team was and collective? fectively take human harm? for Erie’s future by voicing religious radicals. anopoulos leaped forward to what he calls a “religionist belief giving college students a dis- shut out on the 13th against Or, will we enact democ- advantage of our confl icted the sun, tides, wind and It’s time to recognize and your concerns. ABC found it politically ex- correct the junior senator, system called feminism.” count, since it clearly discrimi- Bloomsburg University racy and use our shared voice national psyche torn by the geothermal heat. accept our past and fi nd pro- E-mail or call your legisla- pedient to edit out Palin stating assuring both Obama and the This belief system according nates against those that don’t go after fumbling the ball six to demand what is right desire to go green, yet main- It is truly clean with no gressive solutions to the eco- tive representatives. Ask them unmistakably that, “We will not audience that Obama meant his to Hollander is “like all reli- to college. times. for our health, our families tain our current standard of hazardous emissions or nomic downturn. to demand an examination of repeat a Cold War. We must “Christian Faith.” gions…an irrational one.” I’m hoping that our legal sys- and our future? living and retain jobs in tough dangerous pollutants. Finally, elected and appoint- outdated DEP and EPA stan- have good relationships with It isn’t a matter of doubting According to Hollander, a tem can see through this middle- Let’s examine this envi- economic times. The tire-to-energy plant’s ed leaders must stand fi rm, dards and to conscientiously our allies, [and we must] remind that the junior Senator is Chris- feminist “is someone who was aged, male rant and throw the ronmental, economic and Erie Renewable Energy use of the term ‘renewable’ is as representatives of our scrutinize the impact of the Russia that it’s in their benefi t… tian. Instead, it is the double born as a female and because cases out for being baseless, ac- ethical dilemma as informed serves as a textbook example calculated trickery. community, rather than as plant on our population. for us all to be getting along.” standard of the mainstream of that, believes they’re superior cusations that are nothing more resolute citizens. of greenwashing, a deceptive Our society has to and delegates of profi t-motivated Then, ride your bicycle on This is just a small example media when dealing with the to men, and that females are in- than legal jargon connoting a In doing so, four interrelated organizational tactic where will change when green isn’t developers. the peninsula, stroll along the of what was left behind on Democrat and Republican nocent until proven guilty, and personal vendetta against the issues must be addressed. stakeholders are persuaded just a feel good word, but a Community leaders were re- emerging bayfront and travel ABC’s cutting room fl oor, in an candidates. It no longer matters that guys are primarily always opposite sex. First, the health of our fami- that a corporation’s envi- way of life. cently invited to a closed door through the winding roads of attempt to make the calm, col- the quality of an individual’s at fault.” Well Mr. Hollander, en- lected Palin seem like she would lies and ecosystem will suffer; ronmental practices are ben- American values, vulnerable session hosted by ERE’s local North East’s grape country. character or policies, only their Silly me, I thought I was more joy the motion for summary Homecoming, fall fest provoke a war with Russia. It is everything is connected. efi cial to all and services and in a weak economy and mis- and out of town developers Ask yourself “Am I willing to political affi liation. of a woman who was trying to judgment in your right hand and parents weekend are obvious she plans on encourag- The argument should end products are not harmful, informed through deceptive to keep out ‘radical’ voices of compromise my community The media is elephant hunt- gain socioeconomic and edu- while I hold a half-off drink in all at the same time this ing a peaceful relationship with here, but pursuit of profi t and when indeed, the alleged marketing, will demand that others; the very people who with a short-term fi x versus ing, be vewy vewy quiet… cational equality and in a male mine. Cheers. year. So if you’re planning fl awed reasoning continue to green practices are actually when an organization claims voted for them to lead. long-term solution? on partaking in the tradi- thwart this simple tenet. detrimental to humans and to be green, it is. ERE’s proposal, an ethical Is the beauty of our natural tional homecoming/fall With a predicted life of 30- the environment. Third, the Erie region needs dilemma and complex test environment and health of Election 2008: patriotism not in question fest activites on the hill, at 35 years, the plant will have This green-sheen is espe- to let go of its poor self of leadership, must call into our people negotiable? your friends off campus the opportunity to scar a gen- cially toxic when considering image, while retaining the question the overall benefi t to Can we make a better deci- From there it went to ridiculous Both sides of the race need to their own views as to what is By Seth Hallam apartment or between the eration - our children. the tire-to-energy proposal. positive elements of our the community. sion through committed pa- rumors that Obama was a Mus- end the unfounded accusations. best for our country. Contributing writer Cornerstone and your front Recently, the Erie County ERE’s plant will be built in industrial past, such as hard- Our leaders must resist tience, sound judgment, and lim extremist. There will be enough slandering What we should be focusing steps, be aware that your Medical Society and Sierra a brownfi eld site bordered by working values, commitment advocating for the few who innovative thinking?” The Democrats struck back, in the coming months, but to on are the real issues: Mc- mom might be watching Club published position pa- an impoverished area popu- to community and focus will profit financially in Mercyhurst College, I be- The accusations of a lack claiming the way that the Bush question a candidate’s Ameri- Cain’s outright lies and wish- pers which candidly request lated by individuals without on the future. exchange for Erie region lieve we will make the right of patriotism during the administration has run the canism is too far. Obviously, washy views, and Obama’s an assessment of the impact access to health care, bal- Our collective negative health and vitality. choice. current presidential race country is unpatriotic in itself. McCain and Obama want the lack of experience. Criticism Please e-mail any suggetions to of the plant. anced information or op- self-perception influences With a recent air quali- Please stop by 107 Hirt to are preposterous. Recently, the Obama campaign best for America, at least we is always a huge part of the [email protected]. They understand that portunities to move out of how others perceive us and, ty grade of “F” from the sign a petition against ERE’s It started from the McCain has been criticizing the McCain would hope so. campaign process. But being The GB&U is a compilation of a sick e n vironment the neighborhood. quite possibly, fueled this American Lung Associa- proposal or send me an email camp with murmurs that Obama campaign, claiming they were They’ve changed their entire patriotic is not a question; how- student opinions. creates sick people. The proposal now becomes fi re - making us susceptible tion, will we permit a ‘re- at [email protected] was not American enough, be- unpatriotic, because their pro- lives in order to run for Presi- ever who will do the best job To deny that environmen- a case of social and environ- to an organization who pro- newable energy’ company expressing your concern. cause he did not wear a fl ag pin. posed tax cuts. dent, and the winner will have for the country is. Women’s Volleyball...... Sept. 9, L 3-0, California (Pa.) Football...... Sept. 13, L 24-0, Bloomsburg Field Hockey...... Sept. 13, W 2-0, Slippery Rock Men’s Soccer...... Sept. 10, W 3-0, Lake Erie Se pt. 13, W 4-0, Alderson-Broaddus Women’s Soccer...... Sept. 9, W 3-1, Edinboro Se pt. 13, L 2-1, Indiana (Pa.) Field hockey poised for success

Men’s golf fi nishes 11th at Hal Hansen Invitational By Samantha Sellinger The men’s golf team fi nished on Monday with a two day total of Sports editor 642 strokes to fi nish in eleventh place at the Hal Hansen Invita- tional which is hosted by Clarion University. The season began to look Women’s hockey names captains for 2008-2009 season brighter for the Mercyhurst Head coach Mike Sisti announced this past week that junior College fi eld hockey team this Megan Agosta will serve as the head captain this season for the past weekend. Lakers. Senior Valerie Chouinard and sophomore Vicki Bendus The Lakers earned their will serve as the team’s assistant captains. fi rst victory this season when they battled Slippery Rock Editor’s Game of the Week: University at their fi rst home Cage the Golden Eagles game, 2-0. Football vs. Clarion University “We played hard out there; Saturday Sept., 20 at 1p.m., Tullio Field played our game,” senior Courtney Monin said. “We played intense and scored early just like we wanted to.” With the win, Mercyhurst’s Sports Information Photo winning streak over SRU Volunteers from neighboring schools can volunteer at the six extended to eight. Their season different ESO dances throughout the year. improved to 1-3 overall, and 1- picked up her second career with Bloomsburg University Christie Turak-Women’s Cross Country 0 in the PSAC. shutout against SRU by total- of Pennsylvania. This sophomore ran her second fastest time of her career with a The Lakers got on the board ing fi ve saves. Unfortuneatly, for the time of 18:32.10 on her way to winning the Penn State Behrend quickly, racking up both goals With such excellent play- Lakers, their best efforts Invitational Saturday in Erie. within the fi rst 16 minutes of ing in the fi rst half, the Lakers weren’t enough and they lost play. were able to cruise through the 1-9. Billy Colton-Men’s Soccer Junior Kathryn Wicus and second half and keep their two The team has the chance to Colton, a sophomore forward had four goals and an assist in wins senior Haley Brochu were goal lead until the end. get back on track with their over Lake Erie and Alderson-Broaddus this week for the Lakers. the sole goal scorers of the On Tuesday, Mercyhurst had next game, this Friday, Sept. He was named the PSAC West Men’s Soccer Athlete of the Week match. the chance to continue on the 19 against C.W. Post on home for his efforts. Senior goalkeeper Jen Macri, road to victory, at their match turf. Another year of intramurals set to kick off Welcome to the wonderful as ultimate frisbee. As for fl ag football, there are together can register at the By Brad Moehringer world of intramural sports. The winter brings co-ed separate leagues for males and Rec Center where you will fi nd Sports editor Mercyhurst provides a variety volleyball along with men’s females. sign up sheet as well as a roster of intramural sports which can and women’s basketball. The fall season gets started drop box at the front desk. Alright, so you’re a college provide some much needed While in the spring, there is right away so for those looking If you want to play, but student now and while the glory stress relief and exercise. 3-on-3 basketball, soccer and to take part in either ultimate don’t have a team or just have days of high school athletics Each term provides different softball. frisbee or fl ag football don’t a question about intramurals, may be behind you have no sports to go along with the Ultimate frisbee is co-ed waste any time, rosters are due contact Intramural Director fear; Mercyhurst College has appropriate seasons. and each team must have a by Friday Sept.19. Joe Spano at x2441 or email just what you’re looking for to In the fall, you have your minimum of three males and Those students who are him at jspano@mercyhurst. relive those memories. choice of fl ag football as well three females on the roster. interested in getting a team edu to be placed on a team. September 17, 2008 SPORTS Page 17 Men’s soccer continues to pound the victory trail

Women’s Volleyball...... Sept. 9, L 3-0, California (Pa.) crossed the ball into the mix Dean Atkins. “I was happy their four games so far this Mudd, with his third shut out By Katie Waldin Football...... Sept. 13, L 24-0, Bloomsburg where senior Sean Spangler with the way we played and season. this season, now has 17 thus Staff writer Field Hockey...... Sept. 13, W 2-0, Slippery Rock shot the ball into the back of used our strengths.” Senior goalkeeper Danny far in his career. Men’s Soccer...... Sept. 10, W 3-0, Lake Erie the net for his fi rst goal of the Earlier this week, the Lakers Se pt. 13, W 4-0, Alderson-Broaddus Battling through the season. came out strong to beat Lake Women’s Soccer...... Sept. 9, W 3-1, Edinboro hurricane force winds and the Just minutes later, Spangler Erie College with a score of Se pt. 13, L 2-1, Indiana (Pa.) Field hockey poised for success extreme rain, the men’s soccer crossed the ball into the 3-0. team took the Battlers of Alderson-Broaddus defense Colton sneaked the ball past Men’s golf fi nishes 11th at Hal Hansen Invitational Alderson-Broaddus College By Samantha Sellinger where it was defl ected into the Lake Erie keeper just 41 The men’s golf team fi nished on Monday with a two day total of by storm at home this past the net to give the Lakers a seconds into the match on Sports editor 642 strokes to fi nish in eleventh place at the Hal Hansen Invita- Saturday. rewarding 3-0 lead as they Wednesday. tional which is hosted by Clarion University. The Lakers came out strong went into half time. Keeping the 1-0 lead for the The season began to look in the fi rst half of the game Going into the second half, entire half, the men came out Women’s hockey names captains for 2008-2009 season brighter for the Mercyhurst pushing through the tough the Lakers were looking to strong in the second looking Head coach Mike Sisti announced this past week that junior College fi eld hockey team this conditions. keep the Battlers out of their to score. Megan Agosta will serve as the head captain this season for the past weekend. Posting 12 shots on goal net. In just the fi rst two minutes Lakers. Senior Valerie Chouinard and sophomore Vicki Bendus The Lakers earned their the fi rst half to Alderson- In minute 89 of play, Colton of play, the Lakers charged will serve as the team’s assistant captains. fi rst victory this season when Broaddus’s six, helped the scored the fi nal goal for the down the fi eld scoring another they battled Slippery Rock Lakers take an early lead in the Lakers to wrap up the game goal picking up momentum Editor’s Game of the Week: University at their fi rst home game. with a 4-0 victory. over Lake Erie. Cage the Golden Eagles game, 2-0. In minute 15 of play, “I was really pleased with Sophomore Mike DeRose Football vs. Clarion University “We played hard out there; sophomore forward Billy the performance on the posted the third goal in the Saturday Sept., 20 at 1p.m., Tullio Field played our game,” senior Colton connected with the fi eld. I was impressed with 82 minute of play to give Courtney Monin said. “We ball off of a short cross from how everyone played. The the Lakers the fi nal Scoot Williams photo played intense and scored early senior Marty Powell to score rest of the squad stepped 3-0 victory. Sophomore Billy Colton battles for control of the ball Tuesday just like we wanted to.” the fi rst goal in the match. up and did very well during The Mercyhurst defense at the men’s soccer game at home. The Lakers suffered their With the win, Mercyhurst’s Sports Information Photo Just 20 minutes later, Colton the game,” said sophomore has posted three shutouts in fi rst loss against Slippery Rock University 0-2. winning streak over SRU Volunteers from neighboring schools can volunteer at the six extended to eight. Their season different ESO dances throughout the year. improved to 1-3 overall, and 1- picked up her second career with Bloomsburg University Christie Turak-Women’s Cross Country 0 in the PSAC. shutout against SRU by total- of Pennsylvania. CC begins season on the right foot MERCYHURST This sophomore ran her second fastest time of her career with a The Lakers got on the board ing fi ve saves. Unfortuneatly, for the time of 18:32.10 on her way to winning the Penn State Behrend quickly, racking up both goals With such excellent play- Lakers, their best efforts PREP Invitational Saturday in Erie. within the fi rst 16 minutes of ing in the fi rst half, the Lakers weren’t enough and they lost play. were able to cruise through the 1-9. Billy Colton-Men’s Soccer Junior Kathryn Wicus and second half and keep their two The team has the chance to Seeking a Speech & Colton, a sophomore forward had four goals and an assist in wins senior Haley Brochu were goal lead until the end. get back on track with their over Lake Erie and Alderson-Broaddus this week for the Lakers. the sole goal scorers of the On Tuesday, Mercyhurst had next game, this Friday, Sept. Debate Coach He was named the PSAC West Men’s Soccer Athlete of the Week match. the chance to continue on the 19 against C.W. Post on home for his efforts. Senior goalkeeper Jen Macri, road to victory, at their match turf. Should have experience in competitive forensics, all Another year of intramurals set to kick off clearances and willingness to Welcome to the wonderful as ultimate frisbee. As for fl ag football, there are together can register at the By Brad Moehringer accompany students to area world of intramural sports. The winter brings co-ed separate leagues for males and Rec Center where you will fi nd Sports editor Mercyhurst provides a variety volleyball along with men’s females. sign up sheet as well as a roster meets. of intramural sports which can and women’s basketball. The fall season gets started drop box at the front desk. Alright, so you’re a college provide some much needed While in the spring, there is right away so for those looking If you want to play, but student now and while the glory stress relief and exercise. 3-on-3 basketball, soccer and to take part in either ultimate don’t have a team or just have $750 plus expenses days of high school athletics Each term provides different softball. frisbee or fl ag football don’t a question about intramurals, may be behind you have no sports to go along with the Ultimate frisbee is co-ed waste any time, rosters are due contact Intramural Director fear; Mercyhurst College has appropriate seasons. and each team must have a by Friday Sept.19. Joe Spano at x2441 or email Sports Information photo Contact Margaret Aste just what you’re looking for to In the fall, you have your minimum of three males and Those students who are him at jspano@mercyhurst. The Mercyhurst College cross country program had a successful meet this past weekend. At relive those memories. choice of fl ag football as well three females on the roster. interested in getting a team edu to be placed on a team. the PSU-Behrend Invitational, the men took third and the women came in second. 814-824-2323 Page 18 SPORTS September 17, 2008 Club hockey pays its own way Football shut out by Bloomsburg In order to prepare for the By Kenny Hunt upcoming season, the club By Mark Gramza Contributing writer hockey team has set into Contributing writer motion fund-raising initiatives The start of a new school to help offset the costs of The Mercyhurst Lakers year brings several things; rising travel expenses and the football team fi nally comes increased expenses for school, need to stay competitive in an home this weekend when they new professors and classes, ever-growing league. take on Clarion University at and the start of a new hockey “For club teams like ours, 1p.m. on Saturday. season. times are especially challenging Last Saturday, the Lakers Mercyhurst holds a as we rely primarily on lost 24-0 to number 11 ranked reputation for winning on individual player fees and Bloomsburg Huskies in the ice with the women’s and outside contributions,” said Bloomsburg, Pa. men’s Division I varsity teams, Mckinnon. “As a result, we’re The Huskies and their and with the Division I ACHA pulling together to bring fourth ranked rushing offense club hockey team. in funds through different in Division II gained 334 yards This season marks a new fundraising ventures including on the ground. beginning for the Lakers, as t-shirt sales, 50/50 giveaways This combined with the Head Coach Tom Mckinnon during games and a partnership rest of their offense had the says, “We’ve had winning with My Sports Dreams Huskies fi nishing the game records two of the last Fundraising to help us raise with 490 yards and 23 fi rst three seasons including money for long distance road downs. an appearance in the trips throughout the region Junior quarterback Garrett American Collegiate Hockey and other related equipment Kensy got the start under center Association’s DI National expenses.” again this week. He went 14- Tournament in 2006. This The club team will be hold- 24 with no interceptions. year, we have 12 returning ing a showcase tournament But the Lakers did little players and one of the biggest to help raise money and a fan to help their cause despite recruiting classes on record base for the upcoming regular managing 222 yards and 11 Sports Information photo with a mission to return season. fi rst downs. The Lakers had The Lakers fell to 1-2 on the year after being shut out by the to the ACHA DI National The tournament will take trouble keeping possession of Bloomsburg Huskies 24-0 Saturday in Bloomsburg Pa. Tournament in 2009.” place Friday Sept. 26 through the ball as they fumbled it six The Lakers will go after the Sunday Sept. 28. Teams from times, losing three of those. When asking a student everyone on campus should ECHL division title against Toronto, North York, Pitts- This strong defense of about what they felt about the go and check out and support such powerhouse teams burgh and Massachusetts will the Lakers, which was ranked Lakers upcoming home opener their football team.” as Niagara and defending be participating. number one nationally coming at Tullio Field they stated: “It So fellow Merciad readers, champion Robert Morris The Lakers play Friday, Sept. into this game was lead by is defi nitely a must see game put it on the calendar and University. 26, and Saturday, Sept. 27. The Brian Boyce who had a team as I expect the Lakers to win make sure you all show up If the Lakers can clinch the championship game is at 1p.m. high nine tackles, two sacks this game for sure. Also being in attendance for the home division, they will receive an on Sunday, September 29 at and a forced fumble against that it is a football game and opener this Saturday at 1p.m. automatic bid to the national the Mercyhurst Ice Center. the Bloomsburg Huskies. the home opener, I think versus Clarion. tournament Annual Hockey Media Night to kick off 2008 hockey season

Banquet and Conference NBC, ABC and ESPN. Primetime Thursday and the at 7:05 p.m. By Brad Moehringer Center. He has been the lead television voice of the NHL’s The women’s hockey team Sports editor The annual event will feature announcer for the past two Atlanta Thrashers. looks to rebound from an guest speaker JP Dellacamera. summer Olympics for men’s The men’s hockey team NCAA tournament loss It’s nearly time for the puck Dellacamera’s career includes and women’s soccer as well as looks to build off a late post against Minnesota Duluth. to drop on another Mercyhurst being the former radio voice the play by play voice for the season push which took them They drop the puck to begin hockey season, but before play of the Erie Blades from 1978 past six men’s World Cups and all the way to the conference the season on Sept. 27 against can actually begin the season to 1982 as well as calling the past four women’s World tournament fi nal. Guelph University at the MIC will kick off with the Annual thousands of collegiate and Cups They start their season starting at 4 p.m. F or ticket Hockey Media Night Monday, professional games for a Currently, Dellacamera is on Oct. 5 against Royal information to the Media Sept. 22 at the Ambassador variety of networks including the voice of ESPN’s MLS Military College at the MIC Night call 814-824-2277. September 17, 2008 SPORTS Page 19 Women’s volleyball suffers fi rst loss of season

By Gary Coad and 25-21. be the only meeting of these The offense never got two teams, and the Lakers Staff Writer running properly and sputtered will be very prepared for the its way to a hitting percentage next match. This past Tuesday, the of .008, which is well below California improved to 10- Mercyhurst College volleyball the season average. 0 at the conclusion of the team played host to a very California was able to take evening and is now 2-0 in the tough, ranked opponent, advantage of the absence of PSAC West. No. 19 California University English by racking up eight Mercyhurst fell to 6-4 of Pennsylvania. blocks while hitting .190 on overall, 1-1 in the PSAC West California was the preseason the match. and had its fi ve match winning favorite in the conference and The Lakers had a few players streak snapped. lived up to their preseason who performed very well, The Lakers continue with rank very well throughout the namely sophomore Kendall their season this Saturday, Sept match. Ashworth and senior Lauren 20 at Edinboro University To make matters worse for Kubinski. of Pennsylvania. the Lakers, the reigning PSAC Ashworth lead all players West player of the week, with 15 digs while receiving Page 20 sophomore Erin English, Scoot Williams photo serve at a .950 clip. was sidelined with fl u-like Senior Lauren Kubinsky, left, and sophomore Justine Smith, Kubinski tied for the match Junior David Miller heads symptoms. right, jump for a block at Tuesday’s game against rival, high with 11 kills and added the ball at the men’s California was able to jump Gannon University. three blocks to round out her soccer game against Slippery Rock University out to an 11-5 lead in the fi rst ball distribution and passing The Lakers dropped all night. on Tuesday at home. game and never looked. were the keys to California’s three games in a row, with the The silver lining on the A combination of good victory. scores being 25-16, 25-17 evening is that this will not Women’s soccer gets back on track with win scored on a breakaway from the Laker goal. Crimson Hawks defense the team fought very hard for By Stephen Duggan 20 yards which was assisted by The defense locked the game would close out the game at 2- each other, it was a tough loss Staff writer senior Sarah Powell. up at 3-1 for another win. 1 and give the ladies their fi rst to take at IUP. We played well, The provider then turned The Lakers traveled loss of the season. but conceded a soft goal in the The Mercyhurst College scorer as Powell connected on to Indiana University of Powell had this to say about end. Hopefully, this can spur women’s soccer team had been a pass from sophomore Jamie Pennsylvania on Saturday to the games, “After a great us on to a victory next time in fi ne form since the start of Schroter to fi nd the back of take on the Crimson Hawks. victory at Edinboro when out.” the season and was looking the net just three minutes The Lakers found themselves to get back to winning after later. down in the fi rst half as a goal last week’s overtime tie with This goal gave Powell from IUP’s Sarah Romasco Clarion University. her fourth of the season stunned them. Carrying a record of 3-0- and Schroter picked There was still plenty of 1 into the week, the Lakers up her sixth assist. time to get back into the game jumped from No.21 in the The Lakers held fi rm at the and this rang true in the 61 nation to No.19. back and added to their lead in minute when Hilinski received Last Tuesday night, the ladies the 76 minute. the ball from senior Hailee traveled the short distance to Hilinski pounced on a Maiorano and duly fi nished Edinboro University to take defl ected shot sending it past the Hawks keeper. on the Fighting Scots. into the far corner past the Then in the 75 minute the As they have done so many Edinboro goalkeeper. game took a cruel twist for the times this season, the Lakers In the 80 minute, the Lakers as a seemingly harmless jumped quickly out of the Fighting Scots managed to put free kick from 45 yards was blocks with two early goals. themselves on the scoreboard headed into the goal by the Sports Information photo The fi rst of these goals came when a speculative effort found Hawks’ Melinda Lieb. Senior Sarah Powell gets ready to pass off the ball at a game from junior Taylor Hilinski its way to the top corner past The Lakers outshot their against the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown earlier in after just 18 minutes. She senior Rebecca Heintzmann in opponent 17-16, but the the season. Laker Sports

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