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!"#$%& +",-"#$% /"(012"$%& 4'520$%& In this '()"&* &'()"&. '()"&3 Issue: '()"&66 NEWS 2 The Villager |September 14, 2015 Stevenson mourns beloved member of the Sodexo community by Kristofer DeJesus words when describing him. “This was such a loss. At age 32, the people who in- Villager staff writer teracted with him are going to miss him.” Many students walking down the hallway past Sub Connection will never feel the same. A familiar member of the Stevenson community Chabot added, “Armando was very helpful, and he passed away just before classes began, on Aug. 18, 2015. loved playing the piano. He would play the piano Armando Enrique Molock worked for Sodexo, usually during his break.” in the Sub Connection space on the Greenspring campus. Along with playing the piano, Armando also enjoyed He was 32. broadcasting video games live on the internet. He loved He was born on May 22, 1983, to Olen Davis Molock playing and talking about video games with anybody, no and Luz Tirado Molock, and graduated from Randall- matter how well he knew them. stown Senior High School in 2001 where he completed a He is survived by his daughter Armana Molock, his variety of courses focusing on food services, giving him the parents Olen and Lucy, his elder brother David Antonio necessary skillset to earn a job through Sodexo at Stevenson Molock, three sisters, Dana McCready Molock, Nina University. Molock, and Luzita “Lulu” Molock. He is also mourned by At work, he always served customers with kindness and his nieces and nephews Dasia, Alecia, Alex, and Damond, humor. His supervisor, Marc Chabot, director of opera- his sister-in-law and brother-in-law Anissa Molock. tion on the Greenspring campus, had nothing but gracious

AVCD to host its first Artist-in-Residence lecture and gallery on Sept. 30 byKimberly Hahr Villager staff writer

The department of Art and Visual Communication Design (AVCD) will host its first Artist-in-Residence of the year on Sept. 30 in the Rockland Banquet room for a reception and lecture. Gabriela Bulisova, a photojournalist who studied at the Maryland Institute College of Art, will be the featured Artist-in-Residence this year. Her pieces will be displayed on the Greenspring campus and she will also speak at the lecture on Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. The AVCD’s Artist-in-Residence program began over a decade ago to bring working artists on campus, said George Moore, the chair and associate professor. These artists share their experiences, help critique student work, and talk with students in the major about possible career paths, in addition to lecturing to the general audience. Elena Volkova, professor of photography, chose Gabriela Bulisova as the first featured artist. Bulisova is known for her photojournalistic stories that are typically belief in equality and opportunity for all people on that the classroom cannot, Moore said. Students in the under-reported. Some of her collections included pieces earth.” This perspective is one of the main reasons she past have had great networking opportunities at this on family members of the incarcerated and examinations invited Bulisova. Volkova continued to explain that “her event, some even getting internships with previously fea- of Iraqi refugees. attitude towards the world is contagious” and she hopes tured artists. The act of story telling, in this case using photo- Stevenson students come to feel that from both her photos Students of all majors are welcome and encouraged graphs, allows readers to express their creativity through and her lecture. to attend this event, said Moore, adding that students and interpretation of the topic. It also allows for powerful In addition to opening the audience’s eyes to a new faculty from other schools around the area often attend messages and controversial topics to be addressed, says viewpoint on social issues, the Artist-in-Residence pro- the event due to its reputation of inviting great artists. Volkova. gram can get students into the professional world in ways Volkova described Bulisova as someone with a “deep Commuter Student Association revives club, offers new opportunities for students by Alexis Cohen On Wednesday, Sept. 2, CSA had its first meeting of Villager staff writer the year in the Ratcliffe Center. This was a time to get with one another and nominate a new execu- tive board with elections Sept. 9. CSA will even have two With the new school year beginning, the Commuter members represent the club on the Student Senate, ac- Student Association (CSA) hopes to revive the club and cording to Schwartz. inform students of all that Stevenson University has to The group will meet on Wednesday evenings, every offer. other week, beginning Sept. 16. Schwartz directs stu- The CSA’s main purpose is to be an advocate for dents to the association’s social media pages or resources the commuter population and their concerns, while also on the SU Now Portal in order to remain updated if they providing a place for commuters and residents to meet can’t attend meetings. one another. One thing the new advisor for CSA, Daniel CSA also offers discounts to Stevenson commuters. Schwartz, pointed out was that CSA is not just for com- If a student utilizes the MTA in order to travel to campus muter students; it is for any Stevenson student. (Continued on p. 3) Emma Ragon, commuter NEWS The Villager | September 14, 2015 3 Sodexo redefines the dining experience for students by Meagan Hardesty the half-court shot contest during the basketball season. Villager staff writer New digital concession boards have been added to the Mustang Stadium’s concession stands. Lukeivic said, “We just Sodexo is redefining the dining hall redid the monitors down at the concession experience for students this fall. stands to bring the menu boards up to John Lukevic, general manager of 2015… we are also looking at reinventing Sodexo at Stevenson, explained what some of the foods down there in the students can expect this semester. concessions for a lot of the games.” Sodexo plans to bring back premium Lukeivic added that “the big games, dining nights, during which students will like football and lacrosse, it’s always fun be able to enjoy a extraordinary cuisine, to go down to concessions and see those.” such as steak and steamed crabs, on that Lukeivic said he enjoys Stevenson’s large file photo Villager specific night. The next premium dining events, such as convocation, homecoming night will be Saturday, Sept. 19. and acceptance day. Sodexo will also sponsor elite dinner One major trend that Lukeivic has nights, in which a small number of noticed is that during the peak hours, students can sign up to experience a night from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-6:30 p.m., the of fine dining that includes a three-course dining has been really busy. The Mustang Grill Dining Hall on Greenspring Campus. Hours of operation meal. The next elite dinner night will be Lukeivic said that one of the for this dining hall are Monday-Thursday 7:30am-7:30pm, Friday 7:30am- held on Wednesday, Sept. 16. challenges of these first few weeks of 2pm, and closed Saturday-Sunday. Their most popular items are cheese- These events are listed in Rockland, the semester has been that students have burgers, chicken tenders, and grilled chicken sandwiches. in the residential halls, and also online at been bringing in water bottles and filling Stevenson.sodexomyway.com. them up with water. The sanitation risks coming semester, including that the “Students need to know that we care; Lukeivic also noted some Sodexo- prohibit students from refilling water company “wants to make students want that we listen to them, their concerns… sponsored events in which students can bottles in the dining halls. to eat in here [the dining hall] with new My door is always open,” said Lukeivic. win prizes, such as the half-time kick Sodexo has a few goals for this concepts… and good customer service.” contest during the football season, and

by Corrin Harris a Nursing Career Fair. Each career fair al- Villager staff writer lows students to set up informational in- terviews and gives them an opportunity to network with other businesses, according to Goetz. These events will be held from The department of Career Services September to November. is busy planning multiple events this Career Services is also hosting semester that will help students get a head STEVE Talks on Nov. 5. Students who start on career planning. From career attend this event will have an opportunity fairs to the famous Lego Challenge, this to build their professional brand and semester has numerous events for students market themselves with employers. to enjoy. file photo Villager The freshman class can’t forget about Jaqui Goetz, the events and the Lego Challenge on Oct. 30. The Lego marketing coordinator for Career Challenge is an interactive competition Services, has organized a series of events that allows students of all majors to come for this fall that will allow students to together and show off their creativity. market themselves and receive one- Located in the Owings Mills campus on-one professional guidance. The SU gym, the Lego Challenge gives the Portal page is a resource that provides freshman class an opportunity to connect information for all the future events. The Lego Challenge held by Career Services last fall for all fresh- their majors with Stevenson’s famous The staff in the office of Career man majors. This fall the Lego Challenge will be held on Oct. 30. Career Architecture program. Freshmen Services feels strongly about students will work as a team within their majors resumes, interviews and financing, while the School of Business and Leadership getting the experience they need, said when building and presenting their networking and building relationships all lobby to network and learn about Goetz, and these events offer resources for creative Lego masterpiece. at once, said Goetz. employer opportunities. This event runs everyone. Students can find the complete list Another event that is being held weekly until mid-November. Goetz recommends the Employer in of events, times and locations on the SU throughout the semester is the Business A series of career fairs will target each Residence event being held in September. Portal page. Also, keep an eye out for fliers Breakfast Hour. From 9-11 a.m., business school, including the Accounting Fair, a This event focuses on seniors and allows and posters that are displayed on campus. them to receive professional help with students and staff are welcome to stop by Business and Technology Career Fair and Commuter Student Asssociation offers discounts and advocacy (Continued from p. 2) This card can be obtained from the Rock Schwartz advocates for more “[College] is what you put into it,” CSA also offers discounts to Stevenson or the Green Zone, according to the commuter involvement and support. The said Schwartz, and he is making the effort commuters. If a student utilizes the MTA Commuter page on the SU Now Portal. group created a new tag line, “No matter to give commuter students more of an in order to travel to campus classes, Students can speak with Schwartz how you get here…we are here for you!” opportunity to get involved. CSA offers a discounted rate of $50 for about these offers, or their interest in Students can utilize the commuter page on a monthly pass, according to Schwartz. CSA. His office is located on the second the SU Now Portal by clicking “Student *: @commutingstangs Also offered is a Commuter Card, which floor of Rockland, room 217-B. Students Activities,” then the “Commuter” tab in Facebook: Stevenson University when presented will offer 10 percent off can also email [email protected] order to receive more information and Commuter Page any purchase at a campus dining facility. to get in contact with the CSA. updates. SU Now: Student Activities-Commuter OP ED 4 The Villager |September 14, 2015

Make a difference Kurdistan provides of new hope in the Middle East

In Shel Silverstein’s by Britain Castellano Women in Kurdistan can often inherit property (taboo in “The Giving Tree,” Villager staff writer the region) as well as fight in the military. When Iran passed laws readers are taught in some regions limiting the rights of women, a massive number many important les- of Kurdish men protested by flooding social media with pictures sons; however, the most of themselves in drag. 4,000 miles away, in the heart of the Middle East, a new na- important takeaway is The KRG has also been very cordial and open politically tion is slowly being reborn amidst turmoil and chaos. that nothing can bring and economically. Israel not only supports their cause, but buys After nearly a century of strife, an ethnic minority known more joy than putting 75 percent of its oil from Kurdistan. With many pro-western as the Kurds are finding -- or rather building -- a home for their a smile on someone’s Emma Ragon policies and attitudes, the budding nation has garnered much Co-editor-in-chief people. This is good news, because the growing Kurdish Re- face. international support, especially from the United Nations. gional Government (KRG) stands not only to promote peace Throughout the In addition to many other reasons, this is has made them with the west, but also to spread equality and cultural/economic 64-page book, Silverstein details a relation- perhaps the most significant antagonist to the barbaric and mi- growth throughout the Middle East. ship between a young boy and a tree. As sogynistic ISIS. In fact, Kurdistan seems to be the biggest threat The Kurdish people have a troubled history. After World the boy grows older, he goes from swing- to the Islamic State. War I, their nation was disbanded by the European powers, and ing on the tree’s branches and climbing the The two groups are at constant odds, with many citing divided between Turkey and Iraq. Left vulnerable and without trunk to chopping the wood and sitting on Kurdish Peshmerga military forces as the only reason the terror- a home, they were for a long time subjugated and harassed by the pruned stump of a once beautiful tree. ists have not conquered more of the region. Often, ISIS forces both of the nations. At one point, they were even the target of No matter what the boy does, the same five are being repelled and even crushed by all-women Kurdish bat- an Iraqi-led genocide. words appear on multiple pages – “and the talions. Yet, in recent years, surrounded by, and possibly taking ad- tree was happy.” So successful have they been, that the has vantage of, the turmoil of the region, the Kurds have set up a The opportunity to support others is promised air support and joint operations to the KRG in recent near-independent nation. Called Kurdistan (or the KGR), the something we don’t often consider. Yet mak- months. significance in this is that the Kurds could be the key to establish- ing a difference in the lives of others is so And all of this has really just occurred in the last few years. ing some stability in the war-ridden cradle of civilization. easy. The eyes of the world are on this growing country. None are The first point worth considering is that they among, if not During March 2015, I had the oppor- more optimistic than the Kurds themselves, who are finally see- the most, socially progressive peoples in the Middle East. Almost tunity to travel to New Orleans, La., with ing their dreams of a home reborn come true. entirely Islamic, they have long been champions of equal rights 49 other members of Mission: I’m Home. for women. The Stevenson service organization focuses on rehabilitating damaged and destroyed homes. Although Hurricane Katrina oc- curred 10 years ago, over 33 percent of individuals affected by the storm are still displaced. As a participant in the 2015 trip, my at- titudes were altered. I signed up with the in- Straight from the horse’s mouth tention of making a positive change in what I thought was a grief-stricken community. I First-year students: Why did you choose to attend Stevenson University? didn’t expect to get much out of the experi- ence; I just wanted to try something new. During my trip, New Orleans changed me. Volunteering changed me. I developed my interpersonal skills by communicating with local residents and those affected by Katrina. I enhanced my communication and problem-solving skills. I created new friendships and formed even stronger bonds with individuals I knew prior to this experience. I reflected on and continue to realize how my contributions as Pat Najmola Victoria Asper Chase Cruz DeJonna Farrar a volunteer made a positive impact in the “To play football and “I chose Stevenson because “I chose Stevenson “I chose Stevenson life of an individual I have yet to meet. This how the school is always it was close to home, with an because of the because of the diversity, thought alone makes me feel a sense of ac- changing, facilities continue amazing program. The profes- opportunity to succeed.” the wonderful faculty complishment and extreme joy. to grow, as well as the sors have worked in the area and the welcoming Volunteering is the act of giving your newness of the campus.” they teach, and the small class community.” time to a cause with the intent of making sizes will allow me to get close a positive impact. By getting involved, I be- to my professors.” came a part of something much bigger than myself. The strength needed to volunteer is insignificant compared to the strength of those who persist and overcome such harsh The Villager is published biweekly by the students of Stevenson University. Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the u­­­­­­niversity. We welcome challenges, such as those faced as a result of all letters for submission. Address signed correspondence to the editors-in-chief at [email protected]. Letters may be edited prior to publication. Katrina. Editors-in-Chief Emma Ragon and Emily Rosenthal Printed by McArdle Publishing Volunteering reaps numerous benefits, News Editors Katlyn Lamp and Kylie Handler Faculty advisor: Chip Rouse but unfortunately, not everyone will be able Features Editors Jasmine Moses and Hayley Jacobs to see the opportnities to volunteer. How- Reviews Editor Ebi Short ever, if given the chance, individuals should Sports Editor Conrad Ellis participate; the impact they leave has the Kevin McDonough, Ian Abee, Sean Augerson, Darien Baker, Carly Berry, Patrick Candon, Britain Castellano, Alexis Cohen, Desijana Cook, potential to truly make a difference. Jacqueline Cooper, Bryan Corvera-Flores, Sarah Cullison, Paige Cunningham, Kris DeJesus, Julia DelTos, Jessica Demko, Angelina Devairakkam, As the new semester begins, I encour- Laurel Ensor, Brielle Fowler, Dabrianna Green, Michelle Gregory, Kimberly Hahr, Meagan Hardesty, Kaala Harrilal, Corinn Harris, Courtney age the Stevenson community to consider Hottle, Caroline Izzi, Adrianna Kamosa, Elizabeth Kamosa, Lauren Kiper, Brenna Lane, Nate LeQuang, Meghan Loveless, Gage Markley, Silverstein’s message. Here’s to a semester Jaclyn May, Taja McNeal, Jacob Miller, Elaina Owens, Kamica Price, Abigail Provost, Brendan Reynolds, Kaitlyn Rollyson, Najee’ Rudolph, of getting involved and making a difference!​ Jordan Sadler, Kaitlyn Schruefer, Billy Small, Emily Soller, Lindsay Somuah, Lauren Spivey, Andrew Sweeney, Fred Terry, Kera Thomas, Jonathan - Emma Ragon Tompkins, Dayne Turner, Alex Warfield, Lauren Weaver, Alec Wendler, Mackenzie Wieder, Daniel Williams, Amanda Windesheim, Jacqueline Wolf, Andrew Wysocki REVIEWS The Villager | September 14, 2015 5 Harford County’s new Greene Turtle: strong on service and variety by Jordan Sadler flatbread topped with seasoned turkey, well. Lauren periodically checked on us Villager staff writer melted sharp cheddar cheese, tomato, and to make sure we were enjoying our drinks red onion with a warm raspberry sauce. It and entrees. was absolutely delicious. The general manager, Gina, Lauren kindly interrupted us for casually and asked about our service and The Greene Turtle Sports Bar and feedback on our appetizers before taking experience at the restaurant. All I could Grille opened in late May in Bel Air, our orders for the entrée. I ordered the say was “excellent.” Maryland. We visited the new location bourbon burger with french fries and my When Lauren offered us dessert, we recently to chat with the owners and enjoy friend ordered BBQ ribs with a side of had to decline because we were more than dinner. enjoying live music. green beans. satisied... although, the list of desserts was Upon arrival, we were greeted Our server Lauren greeted us quickly We enjoyed the live band that played tempting! Once our visit ended, Lauren with friendly faces at the entrance. Big- with a smile. Once we got situated at a variety of music some their own music said, “Thank you and I hope you come screen television sets were displayed our table, she told us about the drink and covers from other artists. Within a 15 back crawling for more!” throughout the restaurant, and the space specials and recommended the crab dip minutes, our food arrived. The Greene Turtle is recommended was decorated with pictures of Harford and raspberry turkey flatbread pizza Topped with bourbon sauce, smoked for its service, food and atmosphere. It’s County athletics and Maryland-based appretizers. bacon, provolone cheese, sautéed onions the perfect spot for students and faculty on professional sports teams. Our drinks came out quickly, and and bourbon aioli, my bourbon burger any night. For Stevenson students, faculty, The hosts had notified us of the shortly after we received our appetizers. was cooked to perfection. My friend and staff, there is also another Greene happy hour specials for food and drinks as The crab dip was served in a hot skillet devoured his full rack of ribs smothered Turtle franchise near the Owings Mills they walked us to our table on the patio. with warm pretzels for dipping. The in smoky barbeque sauce. Our fries, campus which offers a nearly identical Patio seating was packed with guestss raspberry turkey flatbread pizza was a coleslaw, and green beans were great as menu. Relationship humor, great cameos highlight new comedy by Amy Schumer by Emily Soller perspective changes when Connor comes slapstick comedy continues throughout into her life. the movie as the pair fight, break up, Villager staff writer As the film opens, Townsend meets reunite, and learn about what they want. a lot of different men but does not want Schumer does an amazing job writing to settle for one boyfriend. After her her first screenplay and starring in it. As a The hit summer comedy boss assigns her an article about Connor, young female comedian, she emphasizes “Trainwreck” has been entertaining Townsend interviews him. Soon after, he what it is like being a woman in society audiences with its witty relationship asks her out to dinner. today. humor. On-the-rise comedian Amy Although the dinner is very awkward The beginning of the movie Schumer wrote and stars in the comedy. for the two, they end up going to the includes some scenes that could be This romantic-comedy is not the bar for drinks where they immediately considered vulgar and offensive, but typical love story. Schumer’s character, connect. A few weeks after they start after the opening, “Trainwreck” settles Amy Townsend, works for an urban dating, Townsend’s father passes away with romantic elements and engages magazine and gets an assignment to write and Connor tells her that he loves her. the audience. Hader does a great job as about sports doctor Aaron Connor, played The shock unnerves her, and she does not Aaron Connor in a more serious film than by comedian Bill Hader. respond because she is not used to a man his usual stint on “.” Aaron Connor’s best friend in the who treats her with respect and affection. Having professional athletes like LeBron movie is NBA star LeBron James, who James holds a dunk contest in New James and Amar’e Stoudemire was also helps Connor with his relationship York with other professional basketball great for the film’s publicity. Schumer did problems. Townsend, who was raised by players and invites the couple to the an excellent job in her first film, and we her father was taught from a young age event. After sitting next to Townsend, hope she will be writing or featuring in not to settle down with one person. Her James asks several questions about the more. relationship, trying to learn more. The

Latest release by offers strangely compelling lyrics and offbeat sounds by Jessica Demko the Madness,” is a change from his “Real Life” describes his lifestyle of other five albums as he has developed being famous. He provides listeners with Villager staff writer confidence and become more comfortable descriptive lyrical details, which make the with his craft. album even more intriguing. The Weeknd’s music is a sound that The Weeknd also features different On August 28, 2015, the album cannot be easily categorized. Instruments artists in his album. The song “Prisoners” “Beauty Behind the Madness” was including the violin, guitar, drums, features Lana Del Ray, who adds a darker, released by The Weeknd, a Canadian keyboards and beats made from scratch lyrical edge to the song. Also featured singer whose real name is Abel Tesfaye. are all likely to be heard on almost every on the album are artists including Ed Many know his sound from his hit track. Sheeran and . “I Can’t Feel My Face” and his feature in He also showcases his producing The music is absolutely worth ’s song “.” skills on the album by merging all of these listening to. This album is great for casual His style of music mixes R&B with punk/ sounds together to create a melody that listeners because its sound is soothing and pop. complements his lyrics and voice. While the beats support a calm and relaxing In a recent interview with the New the production value is impressive, the atmosphere. York Times, The Weeknd commented on lyrics are what are most inspiring. As a fan of The Weeknd, I listen that he is trying to give this generation the music culture today. To the casual listener, the meaning because the music is different from a unique sound like that of Jackson or “These kids, you know, they don’t and background of his music is unclear, mainstream R&B and unlike other artists Prince. have a Michael Jackson,’’ he said. ‘‘They yet to the perceptive listener, his music of this generation. I thoroughly enjoy his One of the most intriguing things don’t have a Prince. They don’t have a speaks to real-life situations. Though the dynamic sound. about The Weeknd is that he tells about Whitney. Who else is there? Who else can sound may be unfamiliar, it draws the The Weeknd’s album “Beauty his life only through his songs, making really do it at this point?’’ listener in. Particularly in the songs “Tell Behind the Madness” can be purchased him seem mysterious. The Weeknd wants to bring back Your Friends” and “Losers,” listeners will on iTunes or at any local big box store. His newest album, “Beauty Behind those popular influences. He expresses be drawn in. FEATURES 6 The Villager | September 14, 2015 Stevenson students return for another year and participate in Photo from SU Facebook page. Photo from Photo from SU Flickr page. Photo from Photo from SU Flickr page. Photo from Photo from SU Flickr page. Photo from Photo from SU Facebook page. Photo from Photo from SU Flickr page. Photo from FEATURES The Villager |September 14, 2015 7 convocation, pep rally, picnic and more back-to-school events

During the first weeks of school, students took part in a variety of activities. After students moved in and began their fall semester, Ste- venson University held the Pep Rally on Aug. 27. The marching band and cheerleading team performed for the attendees. Students also par- ticipated in the Wet and Wild Field Day during Labor Day Weekend. Stevenson Univeristy is looking forward to all of the events that will continue to be held during the school year. Photo from SU Facebook Photo from Photo from SU Facebook Photo from Photo by Maumi Chatteron Photo by Maumi Chatteron Photo from SU Facebook Photo from FEATURES 8 The Villager | September 14, 2015 New tennis coach eager to encourage Mustang pride on the courts by Lauren Kiper Clifton has nothing but Stevenson tennis this season. Villager staff writer on his mind now. Messiah College and Arcadia The new coach says that he was blown University are the current leading away by the first-rate athletic program competition on the men’s side, while that Stevenson offers and knew that this Lebanon Valley is a top competitor for the Stevenson University’s new tennis was the right place for him. His Mustang women. coach, Evan Clifton, brings a wealth of pride is already evident and he hopes to Arcadia University’s men’s tennis experience to the team and is ready for bring that magic to the tennis courts. team has recruited especially well over this upcoming tennis season. “I want to create an electrifying the off-season, which will create added After leaving his hometown and atmosphere that leaves fans with the pressure for Stevenson to defeat their moving to the Eastern Shore to coach feeling of wanting more,” he said. He is skilled opponent. Although there is the Salisbury University tennis team, preparing for a groundbreaking season heightened competition, Clifton is not Clifton has finally ventured back to his filled with increased fan interaction worried because he is fully confident in Baltimore roots. He says that he is the and intense game-day performances. his team. biggest Baltimore Ravens and Orioles gomustangsports.com Photo from Fall practices will begin Sept. 14, which The upcoming changes will take fan you will ever meet, and though his will give him time to implement a new place Sept. 14 when the fall season Baltimore pride is strong, his passion for changes on the court as well. While look- regimen. gets underway and Clifton can focus the Stevenson tennis team trumps all. ing at his competition, Clifton is confident In addition to more fan interaction, completely on his players. While the season may seem far away, that the Mustangs can come out on top the new coach hopes to make positive Ice hockey prepares for inaugural season in 2016 with new coach, team by Andrew Wysocki where he coached for seven years and The team will compete in the ECAC Villager staff writer won a second career national champion- West conference, facing competition includ- ship, this time as head coach. He was also ing Utica, Hobart and Neumann Colleges. honored as the AHCA coach of the year Dawes said his short-term goals are in 2009. clear: “find guys that I can build a win- A new team of Mustangs at Steven- Dawes is currently hitting the road to ning culture with. I want to build a top son will be led by a highly decorated new fill the team’s roster. The majority of play- program in the country and create some- coach. ers will be incoming freshmen from Junior thing special here at Stevenson.” Dominick Dawes will be SU’s first- America Hockey, he said. Other goals, he says, are “to compete ever men’s ice hockey coach. This year will offer no competition at the highest levels and to consistently get Dawes is a native of upstate New for the Mustangs, but in October 2016, better every day.” York, where he played his college career the team will have a full schedule. They Dawes will settle into the area with at Norwich University in Vermont, win- will play their home games at the Reis- his wife Katherine, three-year-old twins, ning a national championship. terstown Sportsplex, where Stevenson’s Lily and Dom, and his six-month-old son

He began his head coaching career gomustangsports.com Photo from women’s team currently plays. Paxton. at Neumann University in Philadelphia CALENDAR The Villager |September 14, 2015 9 Upcoming Events: September Monday 14 Tuesday 15 Wednesday 16 Thursday 17 Friday 18 Business Breakfast Hour Elite Dinner Talent Show Auditions RISE Sunrise Yoga School of Business Rockland Marketplace AIGA Meeting Theatre lobby RCC Suite Quad 8-11 a.m. 5-8 p.m. Art Wing room 19 12-7 p.m. 6:45 a.m. 12:45 - 1:15 p.m. Faculty Art Exhibit Talk Talent Show Auditions Kappa Delta Pi Inductions Gallery/Theatre lobby Theatre lobby - 4-7 p.m. Rockland Banquet MILE Meeting Exhibit Reception 6-7 p.m. 5-8 p.m. School of Business 404 Commuter Student School of Design Gallery 7-9 p.m. Study Strategies Workshop Association Meeting 5:30-7:30 p.m. ISA Meeting School of Business 303 Ratcliffe Center Ratcliffe TV room 6-7 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 5 p.m. Saturday 19 Sunday 20 Monday 21 Tuesday 22 Wednesday 23 Men’s Soccer Sodexo Shuttle Stop Yom Kippur Stadium - 1 p.m. Gospel Choir Auditions Accounting Fair Giveaway University Closed Rockland B Rockland Banquet 1 p.m. Women’s Volleyball Field Hockey Owings Mills Gym 7:30-9:30 p.m. 3:30-6:30 p.m. Men’s/Women’s Soccer Stadium 1 & 3 p.m. Pajammy Jam City Lights Stadium - 4 & 7 p.m. 7 p.m. Baseball/Softball Rockland Banquet Helicopter Flights Women’s Volleyball Alumni Reception 7:30-midnight 410-491-4354 PAWS Meeting Owings Mills Gym Near the baseball field www.monumentalhelicopters.com School of Business 407 7 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 8-9 p.m. Thursday 24 Friday 25 Saturday 26 Sunday 27 Monday 28 Jewish Student Association SGA shuttles DC 222 Pinterest Party Admissions Open House to Inner Harbor Major/Minor Fair Noon-1 p.m. Rockland Banquet Owings Mills Noon-5 p.m. Rockland Banquet 5-10 p.m. Phi Sig Info Night 3-6 p.m. Rockland Cross Country @ Dickinson Women’s Soccer BSU General Meeting 5-10 p.m. 10:30 a.m. Stadium - 4 p.m. Mocktail Lounge Night Rockland B Rockland Marketplace 7-8 p.m. BSU Choir Practice Football v. Misericordia Catholic Mass 5-8 p.m. Rockland B Stadium - 3 p.m. Rockland A 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.

STEVENSON SPOTLIGHT: Carrie brighthaupt by Abigail Provost The transition for Brighthaupt has “Being closer to home now means been “seamless,” she said, and both her that I have the chance to have my family Villager staff writer peers and new teammates have welcomed see me play field hockey again, which is a her warmly. great feeling,” said Brighthaupt. Brighthaupt believes that joining the Brighthaupt applauded the openness Sophomore Carrie Brighthaupt, a field hockey team will bring together her of both students and staff during her first forensic science major and member of passion for the sport and also will help her semester at Stevenson University. the field hockey team, is a recent transfer “stay on track” for the duration of her un- Her advice to incoming transfer stu- from Salisbury University. dergraduate years. dents would be as follows: “Get involved She explained why she transferred to Brighthaupt speaks very highly about and find something you love to do.- Ste Stevenson: “I wanted to play field hockey, the beginning of her time at Stevenson venson has a lot of opportunities in a lot and I wanted to go into forensic science. University, adding that the best part of of different areas. It’s a great way to make Stevenson has an accelerated masters pro- Stevenson University is all of the amazing friends somewhere new.” gram for my field of study.” types of people she has met here. To those students considering trans- Brighthaupt chose the career path of In the future, Brighthaupt said she is ferring to Stevenson, she advises: “Defi- forensic science with a dream of working “looking forward to the support of peers nitely do it! There are a lot of positive for the CIA. at all of the home games” and the oppor- things about Stevenson that are hard to “I definitely want to get my doctorate tunity for her parents and family to cheer find at other schools.” in forensic science. After that I hope to be her on under the lights in Mustang Sta- a forensic investigator,” she said. dium. ADVERTISEMENTS 10 The Villager | September 14, 2015 SPORTS The Villager | September 14, 2015 11 Cross country teams respond to coaching; take second place in season opener “As far as miles per week, they’re by Fred Terry running anywhere from 40-70 miles,” he Villager staff writer noted, in hopes of being ready for com- petition. Berdan’s goals for the team are to The Stevenson University cross build the program to “win the conference country team is excited to return to run- every year and to win a national title in ning for their second year under coach four to six years.” David Berdan. The team opened its season at the “Running in college was a big thing Stevenson Twilight Kick-Off held at the for me,” he said. Berdan attributes his Greenspring campus course on Sept. 2. love for running to his desire to join the Freshman Sam Mercoli had a 4-kilo- Stevenson squad. His coach in college was meter time of just over 13 minutes, and also a significant influence on his decision freshman Jackson Morrow finished at to train the team. 13:21.28, earning him 19th place. “It was pretty much my college coach For the women, freshman Kelly Win- who made me enjoy [running] and want klbaur debuted with a 4-kilometer time to learn more about the sport.” of 15:37.62, which earned her 11th place Berdan plans on a great season. He overall. Sophomore Brittany Appleby ran describes this season as special, as the first the course in 16:20.11, while senior Lanie recruit class in Stevenson’s cross country Swanhart finished in 16:54.28. Photo by Sabina Moran history joins the team this fall. On the men’s side, the Mustangs His team has a deep love for the sport finished overall in second place with 59 Stevenson’s cross country teams, under the coaching of David Berdan, in and want to help grow Stevenson’s pro- points, while Hopkins won the meet with the photo on the far right, have grown in size and strength during his tenure. gram just as much as he does. a team score of 16. On the women’s side, Berdan brings coaching experience to the Mustangs from his stint at Johns To ensure the team’s success, he has the Mustangs finished in second place as Hopkins University, where he was an assistant coach for both the cross coun- his own style when it comes to training. a team behind Johns Hopkins. try and track and field teams. He was the winner of the Baltimore Marathon “Every practice is different,” he said, Berdan and the Mustangs will race to in 2013, and continues to run professionally. He arrived at Stevenson in 2014 and talked about the different workouts the top Sept. 26 at the Dickinson Invita- and is assisted by Erick Comodeca. the team does to prepare for their meets. tional in Newville, Pa. Field hockey looks to fill player void by Dan Williams and that last year’s ECAC title can be Villager staff writer helpful in that process. “I think it was huge. We had a dis- appointment with a very even confer- ence and not being able to make it into All-time leader in points, assists, even the conference playoffs. Coming into that goals. An All-American forward. Caitlin tournament as the lowest seed and upset- Dempsey was one of the best players to ting the #1 seed right off the bat was a ever lace up her cleats for the Stevenson tremendous thing for our team and to see University field hockey team, and she their work ethic and see what we are try- graduated last spring. How do you replace ing to accomplish pay off. Winning that a player of that caliber? is the first step to hopefully making an “You don’t just replace a Caitlin NCAA appearance,” said Martin. Dempsey. You have to look at the team The Mustangs have had a rocky start and fill that void, and we have that ability. to the 2015 season, facing three oppo- So we have to focus on finishing with the nents as of Sept. 9 with three losses. forwards we have in place. A freshman The team’s season opener against starting along with two juniors, so be- #2-ranked Salisbury University on Sept.1 tween those three they have to put the ball at Salisbury stadium ended in a 5-0 vic- in the net. It won’t be as lopsided as last tory for the Sea Gulls. Junior goalkeeper year. I think we will have an even scoring Gabriella Brooks had a career-high 22 amount among those three,” said coach saves, according to gomustangsports.com, Laurel Martin. on Salisbury’s 31 shots on goal. “Another thing is that we got to se- At Lynchburg on Sept. 5, the Mus- cure penalty corners and finish them. If tangs fell to the Hornets 2-1 on a lone we do that, we will find success. We have goal by junior Holli Eppley. The following the core unit to do that,” she added. day, Stevenson faced Roanoke College, Juniors Holli Eppley and Rosemarie losing 1-0 in an overtime defensive nail- Neiva are the two upperclass students biter. The Mustangs outshot their oppo- asked to fill the void left by Dempsey. nents while at Lynchburg 59-16, but have Eppley scored 5 goals last season and collected just one goal. Neiva added 11 more herself. Freshman Fun Fact: Martin’s daughter Kali, a Sara McVey will be called upon this sea- sophomore, plays for the SU team. son as well. “I thought it would be challenging “She needs to work on her finishing [coaching my daughter] but I love it. It skills, but she has incredible speed and has been a great experience. Kali is a good vision,” said Martin. wonderful addition to the program. She ADVERTISING SPACE AVAILABLE Last season ended with the Mustangs has a good work ethic and a great humor winning their first ECAC title in school REASONABLE RATES so she is always cracking up myself and history. Martin believes her team is inches the rest of our team,” said Martin. CALL 443-334-2343 from winning the MAC conference title SPORTS 12 The Villager | September 14, 2015 Volleyball picked as first in conference

by Bryan Corvera but more of a new beginning,” said Villager staff writer sophomore libero Deanna Bradbury. “It’s going to be different, but it’s going to be the same intensity.” Bradbury hopes to be that replacement for Trumbo as she Coming into the 2015 season, the looks to fill the void that was left behind Mustangs are looking for a fourth consec- by Perillo’s graduation. utive Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) The Mustangs returning 14 players women’s volleyball championship, as well from last season and will be led by Ander- as a bid to the NCAA tournament. son, senior Kelly McKenzie, junior Sara After coming off a loss to Christopher Bollinger, and junior Kristen Brooks, who Newport University in the second round hope to be the voice of a strong team. The of last year’s NCAA tournament, the Mustangs have shown complete domi- Mustangs hope to continue their domi- nance the past four years, totaling a re- nance in the MAC and to push deeper cord 134-16 in their climb to prominence into the playoffs. in the national scene. The MAC conference coaches voted Against Marymount University on Stevenson to finish as champions for a Sept. 1, the Mustangs brought home a fourth year in a row, heaping big expecta- three-set victory in the non-conference Photo by Conrad Ellis tions on the Mustangs. came against an opponent who has con- “Winning kind of takes care of itself sistently been a challenge. The Mustangs Women’s volleyball practices under the direction of Dave Trumbo. The team when you play and practice the way we squeaked out a 25-22, 25-19, 26-24 win is picked to be champions in the MAC Commonwealth. The Mustangs are do,” said head coach Dave Trumbo. on the day. Brooks led the team with 11 looking for their fourth consecutive MAC Commonwealth championship. Though the Mustangs have high ex- kills, and junior Annika’s Swartz had 15 pectations and are a unanimous pick to digs. win the conference, they received only 17 In Philadelphia, for the weekend votes in the Division III American Vol- Sept. 5 at the Haverford/Swarthmore leyball Coaches Association (AVCA) pre- Invitational, the Mustangs brought home season poll. Women’s soccer sets goal of repeating three victories, losing only to Haverford “We know how it feels like to be in in straight sets and beating Salisbury, City the top 25,” said senior Kara Anderson. Commonwealth conference victory College of , and Swarthmore. “Just receiving votes, teams know that playing at least six teams that made it to The Mustangs have their home we’re here to compete.” The Mustangs by Kaala Harrilal the NCAA Championship last year. So, opener against conference rival Lebanon embrace the underdog roll, whether they Villager staff writer the Mustangs know that every game will Valley College on Sept. 12. are ranked or unranked. count this season. “Every time we play them, it’s a ri- Now that All-Americans Samantha Millar said, “If they win the champi- valry,” said Anderson. “We both always Perillo ’14 and Megan Miller ’15 are no onship this year, they will celebrate with finish top three in the conference.” The new season of women’s soccer longer with the team, Trumbo looks to- a team dinner and tailgate, just like last “We want to prove that we’re num- has begun. Their goal is to win the con- wards the future with replacements in year.” ber one, and by beating them, we’re doing ference championship for the second con- hope of even better results. The Mustangs’ first game was on that,” added Bradbury. secutive time. “I feel like it’s less of a replacement Last season they worked together to Sept. 1 against Dickenson College, a team come home with the title of defending that beat Stevenson last year by one goal. champions. This year, the Mustangs turned the tables According to Graeme Millar, head and defeated the CCC by one goal, 3-2, women’s soccer coach and associate di- getting their revenge from last year. The Villager rector of sports information, 24 players In the overtime win, the Mustangs returned for the 2015-16 season, includ- relied on senior Jordan Poretto for two ATHLETES of the WEEK ing the three captains. goals, including the game-winner, and The team also gained seven new one goal by sophomore Kellen Wittman. players (six freshman and one transfer) Assists came from Alexis Siejack, Allie this season. Ondrejcak, and Ashlyn Hawbaker. Junior The returning players know what is Tiffany McKee had eight saves on the day. needed to win both non-conference games The Mustangs were strong in the overtime and conference games. Millar noted that period; they had three shots compared to even though they have a tough schedule none by Dickinson. this season, there are big expectations for Against Eastern Mennonite on Sept. every game. Ultimately, the team hopes to 5 at Salisbury University, Stevenson beat place into the NCAA Division III wom- the Royals 3-0 on goals by Hawbaker, Sie- en’s soccer tournament. jack and Poretto. It was the team’s tenth Despite being defending champions, shutout in the last 14 games, including in the Mustangs were picked to finish second the 2014 season. Reid Hawkins Jordan Porretto in the 2015 Commonwealth Conference The team faced the Generals of Senior Senior Preseason Coaches Poll, just behind Mes- Washington and Lee on Sept. 6 at Salis- Men’s soccer Women’s soccer siah College. bury, and were disappointed with a 2-1 According to Gomustangsports.com, loss. The Mustangs managed only five Reid Hawkins scored the lone Jordan Porretto was named Messiah was ranked #1 in the 2014 Com- shots against W & L, a team whom the two goals of the game against MAC Commonwealth monwealth Conference Preseason Coach- Mustangs had never faced before. The Lancaster Bible for the week of Offensive Player of the Week es Poll when the Mustangs beat the Fal- lone goal was made by Wittman. Sept. 7. Hawkins also scored his for week of Sept. 7. Porretto sons on penalty kicks in the championship The team’s next home game is second penalty kick during the was given the honor after to grab the MAC title from the reigning against Salisbury University at 7 p.m. on game, making him 2-2 for the scoring three goals in three champions. Sept. 22, according to Gomustangsports. season in penalty kicks. games the week of Aug. 31. Along with Messiah, Stevenson will com. Come out and support our wom- also face nationally ranked John Hop- en’s soccer team in their bid for a second Athletes of the Week selected by The Villager’s sports editor kins and Misericordia. The team will be championship.