Hoopsville Bounces to Stevenson Ten Teams Set out to Win the Annual DIII Tournament

THEVol. XL NumberVILLAGER 5 Stevenson University Stevenson, Maryland November 11, 2013 Hoopsville bounces to Stevenson Ten teams set out to win the annual DIII tournament

by Avonte Jackson named the 2013 Common- Villager staff writer wealth Conference and ECAC South Rookie of the Year. “We’re prepar- For its second year in a row, Steven- ing by dedicating son University will host the Hoopsville ourselves to practice National Invitational Classic November like the number one 22-24 in the Owings Mills gymnasium. team in the country The classic, sponsored by Buffalo every day,” said Rob- Wild Wings, is the largest on-campus m erts. He believes confi- P o ho e.c to f tiv event dedicated to Division III basketball dence and dedication will rom oldhatcrea and showcases some of the best teams in push the team to bring home victo- the division. Only the D3hoops.com clas- ries for Stevenson. With sic, held in Las Vegas, is larger. “This means that by encouraging Stevenson as host, From seven different states, 10 teams each other, we can get better as a unit,” Stewart believes that will be playing in this year’s classic. Teams he added. it is crucial for ev- this year include Birmingham-Southern What inspires the Mustangs most eryone to show their College, Cabrini College, Keystone Col- about playing in this year’s classic is the spirit. “It’s incredibly lege, University of La Verne, Middlebury quality of competition that they will face. important that our stu- College, Ohio Wesleyan University, Salis- “I’m excited about playing and dents come out and support bury University, St. Mary’s College, Ste- watching some of the best Division III our student-athletes and the venson University, and Trinity University. teams in the nation, all in our gym,” said classic,” he said. Five of the teams either received junior Colby Giacubeno. The tournament starts votes or were ranked in D3hoops.com “We have high expectations for the on Friday, November 22, Top 25, while the other five teams made team and plan on bringing the MAC with Ohio Wesleyan Univer- an appearance at the 2013 NCAA Divi- Conference Championship trophy to Ste- sity facing University of La sion III men’s championship. venson,” said Giacubeno. Verne at noon. Stevenson will “We at the Hoopsville National Invi- Picked to finish second in the Com- take on Middlebury College at 6 tational Classic continue to strive to bring monwealth Conference, the Mustangs p.m., and will face Birmingham- in some of the best teams in the country are confident about the upcoming season, Southern University Saturday at and others who are up and coming,” said which kicks off on November 16 against 5 p.m. Dave McHugh, tournament executive di- Cairn University. Starting November 18 at The rector, on D3hoops.com. “I feel great about the upcoming Rock, students can pick up their “We also continue to look to have season, and about being ranked number free ticket for either one, two or all teams from around the country get a two in the preseason poll,” said Roberts. three days of the classic. chance to play programs they normally “Other teams recognize our potential, but “We need every student wouldn’t play on their regular season it is up to us to play to our full potential.” wearing green and cheering loud schedule.” This will be Stewart’s third year as for the Mustangs. We’re going to “I’m really excited about the quality head coach. Along with coaching his try to make it the largest party of the teams. All of them have outstand- team, he looks forward to mentoring the ever held on this campus,” said ing coaching and terrific student-ath- student-athletes, whom he describes as Stewart. letes,” said Gary Stewart, Mustang head impressive. coach and founder of Hoopsville. Stewart expressed his appreciation Stevenson will face Middlebury Col- for all of the hard work and commitment lege, who advanced to the 2013 NCAA that have gone into making Hoopsville Division III men’s basketball champion- possible. He thanked President Kevin J. Where is WildStang? ship last season and Birmingham-South- Manning and various members of the Be on the lookout in each issue of

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News, Features, Features, Sports, In this page 3 page 6 page 8 page 11 Issue: NEWS 2 The Villager |November 11, 2013 “For Colored Girls” highlights struggles of Afro-American women by Kasio DeGraffinried faced with the struggles of being a wom- Villager staff writer an of color. The play also deals with how men treated women during that time pe- riod. The cast includes seven students, each with their own monologue, which Stevenson University will present Roberts describes as “poetic.” Unlike oth- “For Colored Girls,” a play based on Ty- er adaptations of the play, Roberts says ler Perry’s film of the same name, direct- Photo by Julia Tucker that the cast of women will be present on ed by Chris Roberts, associate professor stage throughout the entire time, whereas and program coordinator of theatre and in the Broadway production, the actors media performance. leave and return to the stage when it is The play will run November 14-15 their turn to perform. and 20-23 at 7 p.m. at the Inscape The- This adaptation of the play includes atre on the Greenspring campus. General scenery by professor Lori Rubeling. admission tickets are $10, tickets for se- “For Colored Girls” will be the ninth niors are $6 and for students $5. play Roberts has directed during her According to Stevenson’s website, the years at Stevenson. She adds that students “For Colored Girls” is based on Tyler Perry’s original work of play is a series of 20 poems called “shore- should see the production “because these poem.” The play is about the coming of the same name. The cast is made up of seven students, all girls are good! Come cheer on the actors age of a playwright living in the 1950’s women. like you would cheer for a sports team.”

Muslim Student Association is third faith-based club on campus by Matthew Perry and Shazad Chaundry, vice president, event featured Indian food, henna tattoos, Villager staff writer plan to meet these goals by hosting events and an Indian classical dance performance. on campus inspired by Islamic culture. MSA will host other events through- Zohra hopes to promote a sense of com- out the school year. Students interested munity at Stevenson and “dispel common in joining or learning more about MSA The Muslim Student Association stereotypes about Muslim culture.” can contact Zohra via campus email or by (MSA) is one of the newest additions to MSA represented itself at Steven- visiting the club’s official web page on the Stevenson University’s club community son’s annual Welcome Picnic, where stu- Stevenson site. and the third faith-based student organiza- dents had the chance to learn about the tion on campus. different student organizations on cam- According to the club’s official web- pus. MSA partnered up with the Inter- site, MSA’s mission is “to familiarize the national Student Association to fundraise Stevenson community with the Islamic and offer free henna tattoos. culture and thought,” as well as to pro- On November 1 in the Rockland mote an understanding of Islamic culture Banquet Room, MSA jointly celebrated and religion. the Diwali Festival of Light and the Eid- Masooma Zohra, president of MSA, ul-Adha Festival of Sacrifice. MSA’s first

ISA promotes diversity throughout SU by John Coombe A sub-group of ISA is the dance Villager staff writer troup Urban Vibe, which has performed at several university events as well as at events on other college campuses in the area. The International Student Associa- Maumi Cannell-Chatterton, assistant tion’s mission is to foster global kinship, to the vice president of student affairs, build awareness, and educate others about acts as the club’s advisor. Cannell-Chat- global connections. terton is very dedicated to ISA’s success. ISA seeks to both enhance the inter- “Even as a very small organization, national experience at Stevenson and pro- the club has grown these past three years. mote diversity on campus through activi- They have worked very hard this past year ties, events, educational oppturinities, and to become strong leaders on campus,” much more. said Cannell-Chatterton. The club holds general meetings on a According to Cannell-Chatterton, bi-weekly basis, with about 15-20 people the club has a growing membership. “The in attendance, and the number continues future is so bright for the club; the sky’s to grow. the limit,” she said. Taste of Cultures, Multicultural Week ISA hosts many community service and Workout Madness are some of the projects, fundraisers, and events through- many events that ISA hosts. out the year. Students interested in be- Last year, ISA received several awards coming a member of ISA can contact at the Student Activities Leadership Ban- Cannell-Chatterton via campus email. quet, including “best education program” and Club of the Year. NEWS The Villager | November 11, 2013 3 Stevenson to introduce two new majors in spring 2014 by Erin Smiley and Jasmine Moses jobs across the world that use these skills. moved to the School of Humanities and “There’s nothing like it in the state Villager staff writers By combining the three components Social Sciences. After that, two programs of Maryland, and we’re not even sure if of marketing, visual communications had to be developed, and theatre there’s something like it nationally…Most and information systems, it will and media performance was created. people who act make their living doing make our students very competitive.” For current students who are interested voiceovers, commercials, performing on A vast array of career opportunities in switching into the major, Chris Roberts, TV, that sort of thing. So, we want to train Beginning in the spring of are available in the business and program coordinator and professor of them to do that. Most students don’t get 2014, Stevenson University will marketing fields for a digital marketing theatre, explains that it can be done. that. They might take one course if they’re introduce two new Bachelor of graduate. These jobs include social media “There is a place in our old lucky,” said Jim Salvucci, dean of the Science majors: digital marketing marketers, virtual marketing coordinators, curriculum where there are four liberal School of Humanities and Social Sciences. and theatre and media performance. and electronic customer managers. arts credits, and I am allowing juniors and The program equips students The digital marketing program The courses that will be required for seniors to take some of the new courses with the tools that they need for will incorporate multiple areas of study, digital marketing aim to help students that we have developed in theatre and various careers, such as being an actor, including marketing, information systems, become well-rounded and knowledgeable media performance to make up for that. talent agent, or production manager. and visual communication. By combining in all aspects of the field. These courses I am also making substitutions to make it It will enable students to have first- these three areas, digital marketing will range from basic fundamentals in design easier so that students get the advantage hand experience in performance bring something new to the field of study. and marketing, to more challenging upper of this program, which is much more that will prepare them for the future. Due to the increasing demand in social level courses such as E-Commerce business performance oriented,” Roberts explained. For more information regarding networking skills by today’s employers, solutions and strategic marketing classes. Within the theatre and media the new majors being offered, visit it is important for students interested in Toler explained, “It will be a performance major, students are going to the Stevenson University website. marketing to be able to excel in each of program with challenging courses, but be fully trained for the stage and for media. these fields once they have graduated. many companies have come to us and The courses offered within said that it is necessary for potential the program will allow students to employees to excel in these areas.” gain a great deal of knowledge in With the continuous growth of the social networking and the web, as field of digital marketing, employers’ well as to master the fundamentals expectations will also increase. A Place your for landing a career in marketing. degree in digital marketing will allow ad here A wide variety of new career students to use their knowledge and opportunities have accompanied the expertise to stand out from others. advancements in technology over The new theatre and performance Reasonable the past decade. These changing major will be more performance- rates times have increased the demand based and will allow students who for proficiencies in digital marketing, want to focus on that aspect to do so. which the new major addresses. The development of the major Call 443-334- Takisha Toler, assistant professor of came when it split from film and video 2343 marketing, said, “There are thousands of in the School of Design, and theatre OP ED 4 The Villager | November 11, 2013

The Magic of Running Being a resident assistant is a unique opportunity by Matt Sammarco Conteh is a junior and a fi rst-year RA, but more Three months Villager staff writer importantly, he is a psychology major. He enjoys making the ago, I embarked on connection to his major in his position. a journey. I knew “Since I want to become a psychologist, I really enjoy talk- when I began that the ing to the students, helping them resolve confl icts or sometimes “Controlled chaos” may be how an onlooker would road wouldn’t always giving them advice. Because there are mostly freshmen in Pata- describe move-in day at Stevenson, or at any university for that be easy and would psco, I’m often helping kids cope with being away from home matter. Nervous freshmen, frazzled parents, signs with arrows certainly be long. I and getting into the college routine,” said Conteh. and the names of residence halls, and many cars trying to fi t in was up for a new chal- Conteh said that he was inspired to become an RA after an already crowded parking lot reveal the nature of the assign- lenge and knew that experiencing positive rapport with his RA during his freshman Michelle Larkin ment. Students in, parents out, all in a timely fashion. it would all be worth Co-editor-in-chief year. Suddenly, if you’re a new student alone in a room with it in the end. Three “I really didn’t think about becoming an RA until halfway a roommate whom you’ve just met, things may begin to look months ago, I started running. through my freshmen year. I had a really great RA, who also pretty grim. There is a knock on your door, and there stands Until then, I was not an active per- happened to be a psych major. He infl uenced me to become an a smiling young man with his hand out, saying, “Hi! I’m Sam, son. The idea of running was daunting, RA too,” he said. your resident assistant, or RA. Welcome! Let me know if I can and something I could never see myself Conteh encourages other Stevenson students to be of any help to you, and we’ll be having a fl oor meeting at enjoying it. In my mind, running was for explore becoming a resident assistant, and he describes how to 4:00 where you can meet everyone else on your fl oor”. That naturally athletic people, not for “normal” pursue the opportunity. fi rst introduction to your RA may just be the thing that makes people like me. However, for some reason, “The school will send out emails to all students with infor- you begin to feel like you belong there. in the heat of August, I decided to give it mation about how to become RA. Or, you can drop into Res While Samuel Raka Conteh was growing up in West a try. My goal was to complete a 5K, but Life and they can help you out.” Africa, becoming a resident assistant at Stevenson University even that goal seemed out of reach when With any luck, maybe you will be that fi rst friendly face was hardly on his radar. After moving to Maryland in 2006 I could barely do one lap around my small welcoming the freshmen class next year. neighborhood. and arriving at SU after graduating from high school, a resi- It was a slow journey; I started with dent assistant at Patapsco Hall is exactly what he became. alternating walking and running, and slowly increased how long I was running. Some days, I didn’t want to run. After all, running can be hard and takes some moti- vation to get going. Each time, I felt a little stronger and ran a little further. I would just feel better after a run. It magically Straight from the horse’s mouth made me feel happier and less stressed during my demanding senior year. After three months, all my hard work culminated with the KidsPeace Trick- “Who is your favorite artist or band, and why?” or-Trot 5K on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at Camden Yards in Baltimore. It seemed crazy to me, while surrounded by hundreds of other people, that I am now a real runner. Just a few months ago, I would have never thought I would run an entire 5K through downtown Baltimore without stopping. While running has had a huge impact on my life in a short amount of time, it is so exciting to think about how this 5K benefi ted KidsPeace as well. KidsPeace is a charity that serves the needs of “My favorite band is “Beyonce is my favorite, “My favorite artist is “The Killers are my children and families across the United Snow Patrol, because because I love her family Chris Brown, because he favorite band, because States; more specifi cally this 5K benefi ted their songs encapsulate and life values, and the has issues, but acts I’ve been listening to the Foster Care System in Baltimore. the emotions of what I music she produces.” human. I also like that them since eight grade, A 19-year-old spoke at the event with have gone through he is multitalented.” and I love alternative her foster parents about how KidsPeace during my life.” – Kali Gill, music.” changed their lives, and their gratitude psychology, – Takeysa Tyrell, toward the runners was amazing. While – Chris Parris, freshman fashion – Tori Rudacille, this 5K marked a huge personal accom- business merchandising, English, plishment for me, it also was about giving communication, senior senior Baltimore’s foster children a chance at a senior better life. I still cannot get over the fact that I The Villager is published bi-weekly by the students of Stevenson University. Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the u niversity. We welcome all ran 3.1 miles without stopping, and I’m letters for submission. Address signed correspondence to the editors-in-chief at [email protected]. Letters may be edited prior to publication. so happy I decided to make a change for Editor-in-Chief Michelle Larkin and Francesca Ullen the better in my life three months ago. News editors Michelle Larkin, Marilyn Lovo, Jessica Barley The real magic of running is how it brings Features editors Jamie Schafer, Taylor Festerman, Avi Miller, Alyssa Yuan people together. A man whith whom I Commentary editor Julia Tucker kept pace the entire 5K patted me on the Reviews editor Francesca Ullen back when it was over, saying that I did Sports editors Alex Parker, Tara Shishmanian a great job. Tons of volunteers cheered Advertising editor Morgan Buckingham Printed by Chesapeake Publishing Circulation editors Ashley Bukeavich, Allie Nelson us on throughout the entire race, and we Faculty advisor: Chip Rouse were all there to run for a great cause. Anthony Arcell, Jarret Bragg, Ashley Bukeavich, Rosalie Chesley, John Coombe, Kasio DeGraffi nried, Lucianna Diaz, Conrad Ellis, Melanie Fischer, Colby Giacubeno, Jabrae Green, Laura Harpool, Jahlani Harris, Avonte Jackson, Hayley Jacobs, Zachariah Jefferson, Elizabeth Jerzyk, Jessica Keech, Gabrielle Kuhar, Christopher Ledgerwood, Leanne Magyar, Annie McCoach, Kevin McDonough, Christopher McKneely, Marlon McLain, Megan McSwain, Ashley Mil, Jasmine Moses, Alexandra Nelson, Christopher Newkirk, Samantha Perillo, Matthew Perry, Alaina Peterson, Britany Post, Meghan Rockwell, Matthew Sammarco, Samuel Schaeffer, Nicholas Schafer, Colleen Shipley, Ebony Short, Connor Skeen, Erin Smiley, Sterling Smith, Kelsey Spriggs, Michael Stabile, Nicolette Stoner, Jasmine Stuart, McLane Swanhart, Charles Taylor, Justin Trunko, LaShawna Williams, I’Quille Williams REVIEWS The Villager | November 11, 2013 5 ESPN magazine features insightful interviews with favorite sports superstars by Mark Panneton medals. and opposing players. Villager staff writer Many people are intrigued by James This poll enhances readers’ and want to know more about him, connection to the magazine which contributes to the reason why this because it lets them feel closer to magazine issue is so popular. Critics and the players and get a chance to see One of the new issues of ESPN fans continuously debate the topic of the what goes on inside the NBA. magazine features NBA superstar, Lebron best NBA player, and the three names that In this issue, as with most James. The magazine gives the reader come up most often are Michael Jordan, ESPN magazines, advertisements an in-depth, inside view of his rise to Kobe Bryant, and LeBron James. cover almost every other page. greatness. James is entering his 11th year in the These advertisements focus on This latest is an interesting issue NBA and is considered to be one of the cars, insurance, liquor, snack foods, because it includes three different best players based on his success. This and more. The advertisements interview segments with James, and issue of ESPN magazine focuses on the in this issue are true to the target each one lets the reader see things from way in which James plans to take his game market for ESPN magazine, which his point of view and his life journey. to the next level and finish as the one of is males ages 16 to 40. The magazine also has a great segment the greatest players ever. Like most magazine ads, on how James has always looked up to Another interesting piece ESPN put those in ESPN are colorful with Michael Jordan as a role model and how inside the magazine is a poll of 26 NBA a lot of pictures and slogans Jordan helped pave the way for James’ players that focuses on how the players feel to grab the reader’s attention. espncdn.com. Photo from success. about James as a teammate or competitor. For example, the Old Spice interviews with some of the NBA’s James is one of -- if not the biggest-- This is an appealing feature because advertisement makes readers reminisce best players and gives a lot of information stars in the NBA right now. At 28 years old, readers rarely get an opportunity to see about a commercial that features Jerod about Lebron James and his life’s work. he has two NBA rings, two Finals MVPs, how players feel about their teammates Mayo, and he does an ad for the magazine For a subscriber who is not a big NBA four season MVPs, and two Olympic gold edition as well. fan, it also has many interesting articles All in all, this issue of ESPN on the NFL as well as NCAA basketball, magazine was a successful and interesting which is predicted to be successful in P.F. Chang’s brings twist to traditional Chinese food insiders’ edition. It contains insightful March 2014. by Britany Post Villager staff writer Local vineyard provides fun, entertainment If you are looking for a place to go for a date night, a birthday celebration, or just by Meghan Rockwell wine, Boordy shirts, and more items with somewhere to spend time with friends, P.F. which they can remember their trip. Villager staff writer Chang’s in Towson is the place to go. This Boordy is open year round and has Photo from blogspot.com. Photo from restaurant gives a fresh and exciting twist much to offer everyone. Some of the to classic Chinese food with reasonable events include the Summer Concert Brussels sprouts, corn, carrots, and snap prices. You don’t have to be 21 or older, but it Series, Soups in the Cellar, and Wine peas over a healthy serving of quinoa. To The restaurant’s motto, “We are does help. Great wine, food and events are Country Christmas. top off the dish, it has a sunny-side egg, truly glad you are here, and we will do what Boordy Vineyards has to offer, and The Summer Concert Series is and it’s even gluten-free. everything we can to make you want to it’s located right in Stevenson’s backyard. a series of live concerts that include In the spirit of the fall season, a come back,” is a statement by which all When you leave the campus and the bluegrass, country, and rock. In the spring fall-flavored dessert would be perfect to of its staff members live and work. The suburbs behind and take a beautiful drive and summer, local vendors from areas all conclude any meal. Two of these include hospitality makes people feel welcome through the county to Hydes, Md., you around Maryland participate in an art pumpkin wontons or caramel apple as soon as they walk in the door and are will find this vineyard nestled away among show for the public. wontons. greeted with a smile. Baltimore County’s rolling hills. There is also a farmer’s market on Not only does the menu have a great P.F. Chang’s offers many traditional Customers can choose to participate Thursdays during which local farms set selection for everyone, but the drink menu dishes, from delicious chicken and lettuce in a wine up stands is diverse and satisfying as well. The wraps to mouth-watering Mongolian tasting at and often let friendly bartenders at P.F. Chang’s are beef. The menu has something for people Boordy, and for customers able to make just about any classic drink with all kinds of preferences. $20 a person, try a lot of in addition to the restaurant’s specialty Chang’s offers just about everything, guests are able the products cocktails. including chicken, beef, seafood, vege- to sample six before The PF-X is a fun fruity drink, and the tarian, and gluten-free. Servers at the different wines, they make Organic Agave Margarita is made fresh restaurant even ask if there are any keep their wine purchases.

with organic agave nectar. Customers boordy.com. Photo from dietary restrictions or food allergies that glass, and get When it is will also find some classic drinks with a they should know about, and when guests 50 percent raining or P.F. Chang’s twist. For example, instead inform them of allergies, servers can print off a bottle of cold outside, of a Bloody Mary, the restaurant offers a out a customized menu specific to those wine in the gift shop. events take place in an old wooden barn Sichuan Mary, made with Absolut Peppar restrictions. The wine tasting takes place outside, that holds about 100 to 150 people. Vodka and tomato juice, which is a little For fall, a seasonal menu offers which provides beautiful scenery on a When it’s warm outside, there are spicier than the original Bloody Mary. limited-time appetizers, entrees, desserts, fall day. Some of the wines included the many places to set up a picnic, including In addition to its full bar, P.F. Chang’s and cocktails. The Crispy Korean Riesling, Boordy Blush, Sangria, Tango sturdy picnic tables; this is where customers has an impressive wine list. Wine novices Chicken Wings are a fan favorite. The Peach, and Dry Rose. can purchase food as well. Boordy sells ice can easily pick out a glass of wine that meat on the chicken wing is pulled to one When guests finish their wine tasting, cream, local burgers, and small plates, suits their taste buds, or ask for suggestions end and served “lollipop style.” These they might consider taking a tour of the and all of their food is delicious and fresh. from the server. wings are marinated in a mild Korean red vineyard. The tour is about 45 minutes A visit to Boordy Vineyards is The service, atmosphere, food, and chili paste and honey sauce and topped long, and tour guides talk about the especially great for people who are tired prices at P.F. Chang’s will keep customers with sesame seeds. different types of grapes used to make of visiting the same restaurants and bars. coming back time and time again. Other Another dish guests should consider the wines as well as the history of Boordy This vineyard does not disappoint, and P.F. Chang’s locations include Baltimore, trying is the Harvest Vegetable Quinoa Vineyards. it has much to offer its guests beyond a White Marsh, and Columbia. Fried Rice, the essence of fall. It features After this tour, customers can visit the lovely glass of wine.. butternut squash, green apples, zucchini, gift shop where they can find bottles of FEATURES 6 The Villager | November 11, 2013

Student singers do it for the love of music

by Michael Stabile Villager staff writer

Amelia Beever showed her lyrical abilities at Stevenson’s talent show on October 1 at the Inscape Theatre on Greenspring campus. Beever is a junior elementary education major who has performed at the annual talent show for the past three years. In her freshman year, she sang “Hallelujah;” sophomore year, “Use Somebody;” and junior year, y

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Jon Grant is a fashion merchandising major who is known on campus for his talent in music. Grant has been sharing his indie-acoustic solo music with Stevenson and the surrounding communities under the name Candles and Coffee at various events both on and off campus. Grant got his start in music at the age of 13; his professional guitarist and audio engineer father influenced him to play various instruments and sing. Some of his inspirations include The Rocket Summer, Cartel and The Weekend. Writing songs is a large part of what makes music so special to

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by Elizabeth Jerzyk h P FEATURES 8 The Villager | November 11, 2013 Learn about diabetes now and lower the risk of diagnosis later by Jahlani Harris (glucose) into energy needed for daily life. Villager staff writer Through methods of blood glucose control and insulin therapy, children and those living with this disease can live long and healthy lives. When most people think of diabetes, the first thing Type 2 diabetes is a little different. In- that comes to mind are high blood glucose levels. Though stead of not producing insulin, the body does diabetes is characterized by high blood glucose levels, it is not use its insulin properly, also known as in- much more complicated than that. sulin resistance. The body doesn’t produce Diabetes is a group of diseases that causes defects in enough insulin to keep up with its high blood a body’s ability to produce insulin, thus leading to high glucose levels. blood glucose. In order to know how to prevent the dis- This form of diabetes is also one of the ease, one must first understand diabetes itself. main causes of death in the United States. Diabetes comes in two forms, Type 1 and Type 2, Complications of type 2 diabetes include with the latter being the most common form. Even though blindness, foot neuropathy, skin complica- Type 1 is not as common (only five percent of people with tions, hypertension, heart disease, kidney dis- diabetes have this form of the disease), it is still important ease and stroke. to understand. Though these complications are all se- Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in children and vere and potentially fatal, with proper treat- young adults and inhibits the body’s ability to produce ment those living with type 2 diabetes can insulin, the hormone responsible for converting sugar prolong their lives by many years. Most people can live a long Key Facts from the World Health Organization life with diabetes, but it is still a • 347 million people worldwide have diabetes. better option to prevent it com- • In 2004, an estimated 3.4 million people died from conse- pletely. One way is to exercise. quences of high fasting blood sugar. Diabetes is more common in • More than 80 percent of diabetes deaths occur in low- and those who are obese and less physically active. middle-income countries. Ramen Noodles), weight gain is certain and the risk for Being active is especially important for • WHO projects that diabetes will be the seventh leading cause diabetes increases. college students because a lot of students are of death in 2030. Diabetes is a serious disease with serious repercus- so wrapped up in schoolwork or socializing • Healthy diet, regular physical activity, maintaining a normal sions if one’s health is not monitored. Being a major that they forget about taking care of them- body weight and avoiding tobacco use can prevent or delay the cause of death in the United States, where obesity is a onset of type 2 diabetes. selves. Without a proper exercise regiment and national concern, diabetes must be a focal point. a constant diet of unhealthy food (including

Campus services offer help to students struggling with anxiety by Laura Harpool skills. For now, students can schedule an Villager staff writer appointment with Greene to learn effec- tive ways to manage time and study smart. She will also be presenting a workshop on Nov. 20 from 5-6 p.m. in Caves that will Stevenson University students are focus on test-taking skills and test anxiety. quickly approaching major projects and Chris Davey, president of Active final exams. While this time can signal Minds, explains college anxiety by say- some relief, it can also be intensely anxi- ing that it occurs when any fear escalates ety producing for many college students. ,causing one to blow important things up Anxiety is a mental illness with which a lot into bigger problems than they may be. of college students struggle. Active Minds hosts numerous edu- Do you have any level of uncertainty cational meetings on different mental ill- or fear when it comes to taking tests, get- nesses to help students understand what ting that graded assignment returned, or different illnesses are. The club partners preparing to perform? Everyone struggles closely with the Wellness Center and be- with these moments from time to time; lieve that it is important to seek a profes- however, there are many different things sional no matter how big or small one’s that trigger anxiety. anxiety may be. Tyra Greene, a professional study If students have difficulty coping with skills tutor at SU, says that “in order to anxiety, the Wellness Center will be host- control anxiety especially during test, you ing “CALM” group sessions on Thurs- have to get a hold of it first and under- days beginning on Nov. 7 at 4 p.m. stand what is making you anxious.” It is important to remember that ev- When getting ready for exams, stu- eryone struggles with anxiety from time dents struggle with two main issues: be- to time. College can be a time when un- ing overwhelmed and not knowing how known anxieties surface, whether it’s be- to study effectively, or being prepared but cause of living with new people, transi- not realizing it. tioning to a new area, preparing for a test Greene also said, “You have to rec- week, or even fearing a new semester. ognize and understand preparedness. The Preparation and time management Top 10 ways to control test anxiety are to will reduce the risk for an anxiety attack. be prepare, prepare, prepare, prepare, However, if anxiety becomes an issue, the prepare, prepare, prepare, prepare, pre- Academic Link and the Wellness Center pare, and prepare.” are valuable resources for help. The Academic Link is creating a series of workshops that will focus on study CALENDAR The Villager |November 11, 2013 9

Shapiro Lecture: Steve Battista Under Armour November 12 by I’Quille Williams 7-8:30 p.m. Villager staff writer Veterans Career Banquet Fair & Resource Expo Sergio Capuano, an Italian chef in the November 13 Rockland Marketplace, was born in March 1958, in the small tourist town of Napoli, Italy,- Noon-2 p.m. Diversity Series: known for its abundance of resources like saunas made from volcanoes and spring water. Rockland The 4 Agreements Sergio has had a strong passion for cooking since he was a young boy, learning the proper Book Talk way to make Italian cuisine, with love, from his November 13 mother. He has a brother who moved to the Book Talk: Noon-2 p.m. United States in the ‘70s, so for years he would Beneath the Italian Film Series hear exciting stories about the different opportu- HR Conf. Room nities in The States. Mimosa Tree Bread and Tulips A decade later, Sergio reunited with his by Stephanie Verni brother in the U.S. on a work visa, leaving his November 14 family behind to explore for himself. The transi- November 13 5-8 p.m. Women’s tion from Italy to the U.S. was hard for Sergio, as Ice Hockey he said, “After being in America for a year and 3-4 p.m. Video Game School of Design a half, I was ready to go.” He was at a crossroad GS Library Tournament Sound November 15 while living in Cleveland, Ohio, for the land 2:30 p.m. of opportunity wasn’t what he expected. What November 14 made him stay was the birth of his first child November 16 by his first wife who was of Irish and German 7-9 p.m. Football 5:15 p.m. descent. Sergio was married to her for 13 years Think Fast and had two more children before they divorced Banquet vs. Lycoming Reisterstown in 1993. Game Show November 16 Sportsplex November 15 1 p.m. 7-9 p.m. Chef Sergio Capuano Mustang BSU Soulfood/ shares the story Banquet Casino Night Stadium Gospel Night of his journey November 16 November 17 from Italy 7-9 p.m. 3-9 p.m. to the United States Banquet BSU Mystical MAP Service Day Monday Banquet A year later, he moved to Maryland. Some- November 18 November 18 time after, he started a family-owned restaurant with some of his cousins in Hampstead, Md. He Noon-2 p.m. 7-8:30 p.m. invested $25,000 into the restaurant, but ended Marketplace ISA Workout up losing money due to the terrible economy, Baltimore Speaker Banquet forcing the restaurant to close. In 1995, he met Series: Madness the love of his life, a Russian woman whom he married in 2003 in Las Vegas. After the closing Robert Gates November 19 of his business, he was offered a chef position November 18 7-8:30 p.m. at Stevenson University, and around the time of Commuter this job offer, Sergio gained his full U.S. citizen- 8-10 p.m. Glass Etching Banquet ship. Luncheon Meyerhoff Some American cuisine today is not to his November 20 taste. “I don’t agree with some of it . . . it’s too November 20 heavy, you know . . . even the salads,” he said. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Noon-2 p.m. Chef Sergio loves cooking at SU. The com- Hoopsville pliments he receives from the students, staff, and Greenspring MC (GS) Drag-U-Cation visitors keep him passionate about his craft. He Basketball likes to go the extra mile to put flare and flavor November 23 into every dish he creates, leaving a lasting mem- Tournament ory in every bite. Would he change anything 7-8:30 p.m. about his life? “No, not at all, except to win the November 22-24 lottery and to travel the world more,” he said. OM Gym Banquet ADVERTISEMENTS 10 The Villager | November 11, 2013 SPORTS The Villager | November 11, 2013 11 Overtime win against Alvernia secures Men’s soccer is ready for seasons to come spot in MAC playoffs for women’s soccer by Nicolette Stoner He encouraged them to believe that they could beat anyone. Head Coach Graeme Millar is excit- Villager staff writer by Lanie Swanhart Plevyak says that the sessions with Dr. ed about the future of the program. Villager staff writer Manning helped the team become more He says,“I have seen this team play confident and composed. better soccer this season than I have in the The Stevenson University men’s soc- One game in particular that showed past six years of coaching.” cer season is coming close to the end. With a two-game winning streak and the team’s newfound confidence was “I think we definitely have had our While the season is not over yet, the team current record of 11-7-1, Stevenson’s against Widener on Oct. 8. The Mus- ups and downs through the season, but is excited for next year. women’s soccer team was optimistic going tangs were losing 1-0 after only eight min- we have what it takes. Like Graeme keeps Sophomore Logan McCarron says into their last game of the regular season utes of play. Eighteen minutes later, ju- saying, we have the talent. If we play our that the team has underachieved and that against Alvernia College. nior Yianni Sarioglou scored off of a free game and play as a team we will be suc- he hoped for a better record. The Mus- The team finished with two big wins, kick, and two minutes later, senior Steve cessful,” said sophomore goalkeeper An- tangs are 8-9-2 overall and 3-4-1 in the one home and one on the road. The Mus- Hamilton scored from inside the box. In nie McCoach. MAC conference. The team played well tangs got to celebrate a 4-1 victory over the second half, Widener scored again to The team hopes that all their hard at home this season with a record of 7-1- Albright College on their senior day on tie the game, but the Mustangs used Dr. work will pay off to get them on a run 2. Oct. 26., during which junior Meaghan Manning’s advice to believe in themselves during playoffs. Conference games included wins Williams tallied her 18th career assist in and senior Christopher Panian scored the Millar agrees, saying, “Overall, it has against Lycoming (1-0), Widener (3-2), the game, breaking the record for most as- game-winning goal. been a great season. We as a team have and Hood (4-3). The Mustangs tied Leb- sists in Stevenson women’s soccer history. Although the season wasn’t what he really proven ourselves. We were dealt the anon Valley (1-1) and lost to Arcadia (3-2), Seniors Mandy Marston and Mack- expected, Plevyak believes that the team second-hardest schedule in the region, so Messiah (5-0), Elizabethtown (5-1), and enzie Calhoun scored two goals each in has great leadership in a very “nurturing for the season to come to this is very excit- Albright (3-2). the Mustang win, following a pre-game environment” that, if continued, could ing.” Coach John Plevyak said he enjoyed ceremony that honored all five seniors. make the team much stronger and more The Mustangs faced several tough the season with “a good group of guys.” Each senior had her family and friends consistent. teams this season including the College He added, “Coaching the team is like come out to support the team, increasing In the offseason, Plevyak wants the of New Jersey, Hopkins, Misericordia, conducting an orchestra.” the energy in Mustang Stadium. team to get stronger and quicker to help Salisbury, Lebanon Valley, Messiah, and Plevyak explained that blending mu- Stevenson then traveled to Hood Col- them on the field. He also hopes that the Elizabethtown. sic together is like blending the offense, lege on Oct. 29 to continue its winning leadership continues on and off the field. With the regular season coming to midfield, and defense into one cohesive streak. In this game the team outshot the McCarron agrees that fitness is something an end, the Mustangs won their last regu- unit that moves together. Blazers 39-2 accounting for their highest to work on before next fall. He says that lar season game 1-0 in overtime against He also gives credit for some of the shot total of the season. he is excited to work hard in the offseason Alvernia on Nov. 2. The loan goal was team’s wins to Dr. Kevin Manning, the The team had goals from sophomore and prepare for the next year because “it scored by Williams. This win secured president of Stevenson University. Dr. Allie Ondrejack, freshman Alexis Siejack, is our time to right all the wrongs.” their spot in the MAC playoffs. Manning has met with the men’s soccer senior Alexa Narron, senior Catherine The Mustangs are seeded third in the team on a few occasions to help them Madden, and rounding off the game with playoffs, and they will face Elizabethtown imagine winning and being victorious. sophomore Taylor Venturino. This 5-0 in the first round. victory moves the Mustangs to fifth place in the Commonwealth Conference stand- ings.

Cross country teams head to regionals by Anthony Arcell on Nov. 16. Both the men and women are Villager staff writer looking to finish the year off strong and possibly beat some personal records. Both teams have improved since the After finishing in last place during the start of the season. Some highlights in- Hood College Open on Oct. 26, the Ste- clude Reynold’s breaking the 29-minute venson’s men’s and women’s cross coun- mark for a five-mile course, and Henretty try teams fought hard for better finishing running two 6k’s in 26 minutes this sea- times in the MAC Championships on son. Nov. 2 at DeSales University. The Mustangs are focusing on speed The Mustangs were able to come workouts to help improve times overall back from a last place finish at Hood to during these two weeks off. 11th out of 17 teams for the men and “I feel like as a team we don’t run as ninth out of 17 teams for the women. The hard as we should at the last half of the top runners for the Mustangs were seniors race, but if we work on speed workouts Patrick Reynolds and Shannon Henretty. and focus we will do great,” said Thomas “The first and last mile of this course “TJ” Janasek, junior, and team captain. proved to be challenging because they The course at Lehigh has the poten- were both all uphill,” said Richard Hen- tial to cause issues for the runners if train- derson, senior team captain. ing is taken lightly. This course is covered The course caused problems for run- in hills and can be hard when not paced ners to achieve their typical mile times correctly. due to the placement of the hills. “We need to have a great last two Henderson said,“It usually takes me weeks of training to make this last tour- a little over six minutes to complete a mile, nament our best of the year,” said Carol but the two hills caused me to have seven- Zimmerman, head coach. minute miles in those parts of the course.” With consistency at practice and two The Mustangs only have one remain- weeks off after their last meet at DeSales, ing race left in the season, the NCAA the Mustangs hope to finish the season out Mideast Regional at Lehigh University strong at regionals. SPORTS 12 The Villager | November 11, 2013 Mustangs overcome losing streak with an astounding 48-3 win by Luci Diaz need to stop turning the ball over during Villager editorial staff these close games.” The Homecoming game against Kings College had a great start with a 17- 14 score going into halftime. Quarterback Turnovers have proven to be a cru- John Gasparovic was hurt during the first cial factor in outcomes both of the Home- quarter, gaining only 4 passing yards, but coming game against King’s College and Jefferson stepped up for 158 passing yards the Oct. 26 loss to Wilkes University, but in the rest of the game. the Mustangs solidified their offensive Senior defensive back Tre’von Wilks presence in a 48-3 win against the Col- had a 56-yard interception return in the lege of Misericordia on Nov. 2 at Mustang second half to give the Mustangs a 24-14 Stadium. lead. Holley led the team in rushing with The rout of the Pennsylvania team 101 yards total. Although statistically, was a hopeful sign for the Mustangs. Stevenson should have won the game, Misericordia scored first on a field turnovers once again hurt the team and goal early in the first quarter, but it was all led them to lose the lead to Kings in the Mustang after that. 31-24 loss. Junior quarterback Zach Jefferson The game at Wilkes University on stayed solid throughout the game ending Oct. 26 was the Mustangs’ chance to snap with an 11-for-22 record and 138 yards. their three-game losing streak. They had Junior running back Nigel Stanford a great start, but were surprisingly over- rushed for 31 yards with one touchdown. taken by the Colonels. Freshman wide receiver Cortez Taylor Holley had the first touchdown with had 99 yards receiving and one touch- a 24-yard run taking only 2:13 during the Photo by Sabina Moran down. Junior running back Marcus Hol- first drive of the game. Six minutes later, ley rushed for 145 yards with three touch- he scored the next touchdown to bring downs, helping the Mustangs go above Junior running back Nigel Stanford rushed to score with teammates by his the score to 14-0. side ready to block. and beyond the Misericordia Cougars. Senior kicker Charlie Cornell Stevenson has continually taken brought the lead to 17-0 with a 29-yard sive lineman, said, “Wilkes did not give up That loss hurt the team, but they took charge of the first half with most of their field goal ending the third quarter. At on the game, while our team figured they it as a lesson and came back with an win opponents thus far this season. However, that point, the game seemed to be over in had it in their hands. The game does not over Misericordia to show their endurance when it comes to the second half, the team everyone’s eyes, except for the Colonels, finish until the clock runs out.” and readiness to end the season strong. has given up too many points to clinch a who came into the fourth quarter ready to Hottle also had a similar thought: win. play. Sophomore Justin Kanson, an offen- “We need to learn how to finish the game Head coach Ed Hottle said, “We just and have short memory, and in order to do that is to just play.”

Stevenson volleyball continues to work hard UPCOMING HOME GAMES and play harder in hopes of reaching the Final 8 Football vs. Lycoming - Saturday, Nov. 16 at 1 p.m. Women’s basketball vs. Salisbury - Thursday, Nov. 21 at 6 p.m. by Kelsey Spriggs Against Gettysburg, sophomore right Men’s basketball vs. Middlebury - Friday, Nov. 22 at 6 p.m. Villager staff writer side hitter Imani Hudson led the team Men’s basketball vs. Birmingham Southern - Saturday, Nov. 23 at 5 p.m. with 14 kills and 7 digs. Against Lebanon Valley, Miller led With an overall record of 33-2, an the team with 15 kills, followed by out- The Villager undefeated 9-0 record within their confer- side hitters Isenberg and Jenna Campbell, ence, and an undefeated season at home, each with 10 kills. Stevenson’s women’s volleyball team has Against Christpher Newport Uni- ATHLETES of the WEEK had great success this season. versity at Marymount University on Nov. The Mustangs have come out fired up 2, the Mustangs suffered a 3-2 loss in the and motivated to win their last few match- five-set nailbiter. The Mustangs took the es, including a win on Oct. 27 against Vir- second and fourth games of the match, ginia Wesleyan University (15-12 record) and the final, very important fifth set, with scores of 25-14, 25-15 and 25-18. came down to a 15-12 loss for Stevenson. Stevenson also took three consecutive In the same tri-match, Stevenson sets from the Gettysburg Bullets (13-13 swept Marymount University 3-0. Isen- record) on Oct. 27, 25-14, 25-20, and 25- berg, Campbell and Miller each had 9 19. Another win for the Mustangs came kills in the match, and junior libero Sa- against Lebanon Valley (24-5 record) on mantha Perillo had 17 digs. Oct. 22 with scores of 25-21, 25-18, and Trumbo says the Mustangs’ goal this 25-18. season, based on the results of last season, Prior to these last few matches, head is to “win the region, go the national finals Sarah Modzelewski Marcus Holley coach Dave Trumbo talked about the suc- and get to the Final 8.” Sophomore Junior Currently ranked #20 in the coun- cess of the team this season coming from Ice Hockey Football “having 15 strong players that work hard, try, the Mustangs are trying to improve five dependable hitters, and great serve- their position in the rankings. Ranked just Goalie Sarah Modzelewski After a career-high 168 rushing receive passing.” He also noted that the above them at #18 is Eastern University, made 15 saves against SUNY yards at Wilkes, Holley team’s greatest strength is its serve-receive one of the two teams thus far in the sea- Canton helping lead the followed up that performance passing, which in turn makes the team not son to defeat the Mustangs in a four-set Mustangs to their second win with a three-touchdown day only good offensively, but defensively as win Oct. 5. and Modzelewski’s fourth career at home against Misericordia, well. The Mustangs will play no other win. including 145 yards on 25 Junior middle blocker Megan Miller ranked teams before the end of the regu- carries. led the team against Virginia Wesleyan lar season, but take each game seriously with 10 kills, and senior outside hitter and are pushing to reach their goals. Christine Isenberg was not far behind Athletes of the Week selected by The Villager’s sports editiors with 7 kills.