Philadelphia, PA March 2014 THEThe Free Student NewspaperGRIFFIN of Chestnut Hill College Credit/Debit Coming to Lounge and Griffin’s Den FRANCES ELLISON ’14 fit in this article). The change staff WRITER also greatly affects commuting students and staff; unlike resi- Due to increased student dent students, commuting stu- demand, Chestnut Hill College dents and faculty don’t receive has signed a contract that will a meal plan and Griffin Points, allow students to use credit so adding this would serve to and debit cards in both the further increase the commuter Griffin’s Den and the McCaf- presence in CHC student life fery Lounge, according to the as well as add further ease for College’s Senior Vice Presi- CHC faculty members. dent for Financial Affairs and “I think it would be amaz- Chief of Staff Lauri Strim- ing,” said Tamara Stewart ‘15, kovsky. who commutes to CHC from Stimkovsky has told the her apartment. “I usually only news exclusively to The Griffin. carry my card and it’s an in- “We have signed a contract to convenience having to stop at add the acceptance of credit the ATM, especially if I only cards in the Griffin’s Den and want something as little as a McCaffery Lounge,” she said. muffin.” image: Taylor Eben ’14 “We signed this based on the This definitely brings a Recent changes to both the McCaffey Lounge and Griffin’s Den have been seen both interest previously expressed great convenience to resident in appearance and food options. The biggest change soon to occur is the ability to use by students, so it is good to students as well, as it is far both credit and debit cards in all campus dinning facilities. hear that this move is one in cheaper than reloading Griffin the right direction.” Points, amongst other things. ing card readers in the dining however. “We currently have live. We will bring it live as Student response to the “It’s more convenient for when areas allows more options for a few details that need to be quickly as we are able.” idea is overwhelmingly posi- I have guests come over,” says guests to pay for themselves, worked out with our credit While there may be a wait tive so far. Many students have Kaila Kane ‘16. Presently, any and saves resident students card processor and then this for this new change to offi- expressed a desire for this in guests that want to eat in any Griffin Points, something that will be able to go live,” she cially take place, it is definitely the past, and are elated over of the CHC dining areas either most CHC students can agree said. “This is one of many pri- a welcomed change that many the news (there were so many have to have cash, or they can is beneficial. ority projects we are working students feel is worth the wait. declarations of “that’s awe- have their food paid for with a Strimkovsky isn’t ready to on right now, so I am hesitant some,” that they couldn’t all resident student’s points. Add- put a date on the new venture, to give a date that this will go Sexual Assault on College Campuses How to Get an Internship taYLOR EBEN ’14 late to start looking for intern- JESSICA PERHAM ’16 The overall goal is to in- tiative aimed at raising aware- EDITOR-IN-CHEIF ships. There’s no time like the CONTRIBUTING WRITER crease public awareness of ness, and hopefully decreasing present, so finish reading this each school’s track record instances, of sexual violence is With summer just around article and then the hunt can Alexandra Brodsky, a sur- and enhance organization positive.” the corner, conjuring up vi- officially begin. vivor of an attempted rape among federal agencies to hold At the college level, once sions of sandy beaches, sun- as an undergraduate student schools accountable if they do the victim comes forward and shine, concerts, warm weather You do have experience at Yale University, referred to not confront this problem. notifies the appropriate college and relaxation, many students When you don’t have any President Obama’s recent rec- Krista Bailey Murphy, personnel they have the option are beginning to think about “real world” experience, look- ognition of the college cam- Ph.D., dean of student life, be- of going through an investiga- how they’re going to spend ing for internships can be a little pus sexual assault epidemic as lieves this Task Force is a step tion and hearing through the those three months basking in daunting. Who would want to “pretty huge.” in the right direction. However, school system. the sun, recovering from this hire me if I have nothing to of- On Jan. 22, the President Murphy is also concerned that The other option is to file a wretched winter we’ve had. I fer? Well, remember that group signed a memorandum to es- because it involves politicians, police report, which is encour- know how you feel. You’re so project in advertising class? Or tablish the White House Task who are disconnected from the aged, or better yet urged, by burnt out by the end of the maybe you’ve been treasurer Force on Protecting Students actual work occurring on col- our college. semester that the thought of of Unified for Uganda for the from Sexual Assault after lege campuses, it may “lessen If the alternative is taken to spending your summer any- past two years. Think about the deeming it a “deeply troubling” their ability to put forth poli- proceed with the college only, where but the beach seems like class projects you’ve worked on issue. This document was put cies that are helpful and real- an investigation takes place complete nonsense. and the leadership roles you’ve in place to direct federal ef- istic.” once a statement is filed and Except that summer can be had. You probably have more forts in helping colleges deal Yet Murphy realizes the the president of the college a great time to do an internship. experience than you think. It’s with sexual assault on their value of President Obama’s is notified. It is in the school’s Not only is it a great way to just a matter of knowing what campuses. Obama is giving involvement. “This is an im- best interest to complete the build your resume, but it also al- is relevant enough to share with the task force 90 days to come portant topic and to have the investigation within 14 days. If lows you to build your network, potential employers. up with recommendations on President speak about and take gain practical skills and figure how to prevent and respond to such a bold step is empowering “Sexual Assault on Col- out what kind of job you’d like “How to Get an sexual assault on college cam- to victims of such violence,” lege Campuses” to have one day. Internship” puses. she said. “I think that any ini- Continued on Page 3 It’s never too early or too Continued on Page 3 NEWS 2 Arts & Culture 5 Sports 10 2 The Griffin THE GRIFFIN Intern Many students at Chestnut Hill College are involved in exciting internships. The Intern Diaries is where students are invited to share their experiences. Vol. IV, Issue 4 Diaries The Free Student Newspaper of Where did you intern? Chestnut Hill College I interned for my uncle, James Brown, a football broadcaster on CBS sports as well as some other shows. Michael Bradley ’14 Editor-in-Chief How did you get your internship? My sister had done an internship with my uncle before, and after seeing my academic progress in school I was given the opportunity Taylor Eben ’14 to intern for him. Editor-in-Chief In what department or division did you intern? Skyler Stillwaggon ’14 My role was mostly that of assistant. He is transitioning into some Production Manager daily news, so every day I sent him the latest news about sports and Layout Editor events going on around the world. Describe what you did in a typical day/shift. Andrea Wentzell ’15 I would send in latest world and sports news. I got to travel to the Business Manager NFL Films studio where I met some of the big names in the NFL, Senior Layout Staff as well as those who work in the broadcasting field. While there, I also got to sit in on seminars and get professional advice on broad- Adele Giangiulio ’16 casting and other valuable information for success. News Editor Megan Welch ’16 Another trip I went on was to CBS studios in New York where I sat behind the scenes of a live airing of CBS’ “This Morning” and Kyle Mick ’15 Communications Major met some of the producers of the show as well as some other fa- Entertainment Editor mous people. I met Anthony Weiner on my way into the building, image contributed by Megan Welch which was interesting. Megan Welch ’16 Where are you interning? What was the best part? Features Editor I’m currently interning for Philadelphia Magazine (Philly Mag). To me, the best part was the advice I got. I made connections that Their office is at 18th and Market in Center City. I normally would not have had the opportunity to make. I hon- Amanda Finlaw ’15 estly do not think that anything could have been better, aside from Culture Editor How did you get your internship? not being able to make a California trip, but I feel the experience I knew I wanted to intern with Philly Mag, but they don’t have in- helped me grow a lot.