Campus Ministry at Thiel by Keeley Criswell, Layout Editor There Were Any Hard Feelings Among the Reli- Also Unique

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THtheI student-runE LnewspaperE of ThielN College inS Greenville,I PA AN Volume 128 Issue 6 Friday, November 18, 2011 At a Glance... Events Campus Ministry at Thiel by Keeley Criswell, Layout Editor there were any hard feelings among the reli- also unique. “This is a Lutheran-affiliated Page 2: gious groups, several people believed that college and we are the Lutheran-affiliated With so many there was a barrier formed due to religious group. So, we do have a Lutheran core. It is Phi Theta Phi clubs and organiza- beliefs. However, these people believed that important to recognize that Thiel is a Luther- Walk-a-Thon tions on campus, the organizations are doing a great job at sur- an school and to keep that alive; however, we people sometimes mounting those barriers and building campus are unique because we try to involve repre- don’t realize that ministry as a whole. sentatives of other religions. As an organiza- Psychology Club campus ministry lies Because each religious organization tion, we’re not very strict. We accept every- among them. How- has something unique to add, the individual one, and are OK with members who aren’t ever, Thiel has three groups will probably remain on campus for Lutheran,” Becker and Garrett said. Candelight Vigil religious groups on awhile. campus: The Luther- “I believe that the fact that we are a an Student Move- Roman Catholic group makes us unique. As Upcoming Ministry Events: Geneva College ment (LSM), Thiel a Roman Catholic group, we want to try to Master’s Degree Christian Fellowship connect with students and return Roman TCF: Weekly Bible Studies: (TCF), and Circle Catholic students to their religion. On the Monday AC239 6p.m. & Weyers provided by Google Images Up, the Roman other hand, I feel like we are an open-minded 7p.m. Catholic group, previously called the New- group and are accepting of other students. Wednesday Hodge 9p.m. Student Life man Organization. This past week, I sat People tend to be surprised that so many stu- Thursday Weyers 8p.m. Page 3: down with representatives of the three differ- dents on campus are Roman Catholic rather ent religious organizations to learn about their than Lutheran. The cool thing about being Circle Up: Look for fliers and memos of up various groups. I interviewed Kayla Ohlin, Catholic is that no matter where you go there coming Circle Up events. We invite Communication one of three leaders of Circle Up; Alyssa are things that never change among Catholics anyone to participate, Roman Catholic or not. Building contd. Bartlet, vice president of TCF; Courtney (Church services, for example, no matter Becker, president of LSM; and Andrew Gar- where you go, there are aspects that are al- LSM: There will be a Hot Chocolate Hang- rett, secretary and treasurer of LSM. ways the same.) Catholic means “universal,” out on Dec. 5 from 8-10 in the chapel. Stu- Sigma Tau Delta and Although several of the groups are af- so no matter where you go, Roman Catholics dents can come whenever and stay for how- the English Department filiated with a denomination, or specific reli- have the same beliefs and systems. It is im- ever long they want. gion, the representatives all expressed a de- portant to build a Roman Catholic community sire to include students of varied as well as work with other groups towards a Feel free to contact Kayla Ohlin, Alyssa Shooting Club Takes backgrounds. In order to make this shared common goal of establishing a safe, Christian Bartlet, Courtney Becker, Andrew Garrett, Trip to D.C. goal a reality, “We have been working togeth- community,” said Ohlin when asked what or Pastor Bill for more information. er openly to build relationships. I feel that we makes her group unique. respect each other’s opinions and that we When asked the same question, Bart- Public Safety want to work for the greater good of campus let responded, “TCF is mainly about spread- Cracking Down ministry as a whole,” said Ohlin, who was not ing the word of Christ in a non-intrusive way. the only one to talk about campus ministry as We’re about fellowshipping together, praying a whole. The other leaders I interviewed dis- together, and in general supporting each oth- Available for God cussed efforts to band together. er. I think what makes us unique is the way “One of the things we have been talk- we go about things. This year we are focus- ing about is holding ‘campus ministry’ events ing upon forming bonds in small group Bible Opinion that are organized by all the religious studies so that we actually get to know the groups,” Bartlet said. people we are working with and are not just a Page 4: “I think it would be good if we were face in a crowd. Coming from a member, we able to hold big service projects. It would be believe that we are responsible for spreading Wale: really cool to create a fellowship among stu- the message of the Bible and of Christ, but The Badstibner Review dents. I feel like more people would want to while we are doing that, we want so show be involved in community service if it were that we are not a clique but that what we be- supported by multiple groups. Plus, it’s more lieve is for everyone. So, through our organi- A Day in the Life of: fun and you get more done with more peo- zation, we want to provide the community Mike McKinney ple,” Becker said while Garrett nodded in and the campus with ways to come together agreement. and have a good time.” Although no one seemed to feel that Like the other two groups, the LSM is photo by Keeley Criswell Thiel Cribs: Morgan Hays and Jenn Kumar a-like, red carpet/Hollywood, seasons, rep your city, and old school. Pee- First Fashion Show at Thiel bles, Rue21, and Aeropostale are sponsoring the event. Local hair and nail businesses will also be joining forces in order to make the models glam- Horoscopes by Audrey Rattay, Editor-In-Chief orous for the event. On Friday, Feb. 17, 2012, Thiel will be hosting its first fashion show Door prizes, a performance by the Youngstown State University in the Passavant Center. Campus organizations such as Women Inspiring step team and a comedian host will be attending the event. All proceeds Page 5: the Next Generation (WING), Organization of Black Collegians (OBC), for the event will be donated to local charities of choice. Thiel World Organization (TWO), and the Thiel Alliance are working The last day to sign up to be a model or to help out with the fashion Opinion Poll alongside Joe Webb and student volunteers to make this event a great show is Monday Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. in Passavant Center. success. If you have any questions or if you would like more information Students, clubs, fraternities, and sororities are all invited to sign up on this event, please contact Joe Webb at [email protected] or stop by his Thiel Ridez for the fashion show. Current scenes include party, business, celebrity look- office across from the Post Office in the Howard Miller Student Center. Twittin @ Pedas Communication NELSON RECEIVES Thielensian Center Plans Under Way TEACHING EXCELLENCE YouTube Pick: by Elizabeth Yurky, Student Life/Events Editor AWARD FROM THIEL Sexy and I Know It Any student who has ever watched TCTV and visited the second by Public Relations, Thiel College Police Blotter floor of Greenville Hall knows what a big deal the communications department is, and also what a small place they have to call home. Fortu- Dr. Derek Nelson, associate professor of religion and chair nately for the department, the generosity of one alumnus is making it pos- of the department of religion, is the 2011 recipient of the Judge Fashion Frenzy sible to design a building dedicated entirely to communications field. and Mrs. George H. Rowley Endowment for Teaching Excellence Thanks to donations from Dr. James Pedas ’50, his family, and other Award from Thiel College. donors, the college has raised a considerable amount of the money needed The award provides financial Letters to the Editor to break ground on the long anticipated Pedas Communication Center. support to faculty for the revision and Pedas had dreamed for years of a building at his alma mater dedicated en- enhancement of academic curricula, tirely to the communications disciplines. It is expected that the $1.5 mil- development of new programs, study Sports lion can be raised to break ground in the next year or two. with colleagues from other institu- Students in the communication department are buzzing with excite- tions, attendance at workshops or con- Page 6: ment about the plans for the new facility. “I'm really excited about the ferences, or independent research and communication center. Even though I am a senior, and will be graduating travel that will strengthen the academ- Player Spotlight: before the project is complete, I know that the current students will bene- ic initiatives of the college. Nelson fit greatly from having the television studio, radio station, and much more will use the funds to study adding a Corey Brown all in the same building. Also, with this building, I am positive that there month-long study abroad component will be some new equipment, which will make TCTV an even better stu- to the existing “Luther and His Lega- Matcats Place at W&J dent news station than before,” said senior communications major, Brit- cy” course. The goal is that students in tany Hill. the course will study the Reformation Vice President for College Advancement, David Grober shared about and Martin Luther’s role in it during Cross Country Runs at Dr. Pedas and his family: “Dr. Pedas loved his experience as a student at the spring semester and then spend a Photo by Public Relations Regional Championships Thiel… it was a natural college choice for him in the late 1940’s. He and month in Germany studying Reforma- his brother Ted made it big in the movie industry based out of Washington tion figures and concepts in their original setting. D.C. and along with their cousin Ted have developed reputations as sig- Nelson, who has taught at Thiel since 2006, has a bache- Men’s Basketball nificant philanthropists both in and out of their areas of residence. Dr. lors degree from Wabash College, a masters of divinity from Yale Preview Pedas, his family, and Thiel personnel have dreamed about this opportuni- University and a doctorate in systematic and philosophical theolo- ty to create a communication center for several years. To support it in an gy from Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, Calif. He is an on-going manner, he has also funded a chair for the department which is ordained Lutheran minister. Nelson lives in Greenville. Tomcats Lose to expected to be operational in the very near future,” Grober said. Grove City Continuing Article on Page 3 - Student Life EVENTS Page 2 Friday, November 18, 2011 THIELENSIAN families and 250 individuals, and hands out PHI THETA PHI FRATERNITY What’s Been food every Wednesday. However, families are only permitted to receive food once a month. WALK-A-THON FOR CHILDREN’S Happening in Members of Psi Chi and Psychology Club gathered the food as well as handed it out to the individuals. This is the second year the HOSPITAL SET FOR DEC. 2-3 Psychology Club? club has have helped with Loaves and Fishes. Kate Young, member of Psychology Club, by Public Relations, Thiel College by Michelle Blose, Contributing Writer stated about the event, “It was touching to see The 42nd annual Phi Theta Phi Fra- firsthand the ternity Walk-a-thon for Children’s Hospital On Oct. 27, Psi Chi (the Psychology compassion of Pittsburgh’s Free Care Fund is Dec. 2 Honorary Society) and Psychology Club host- that those and 3. During the course of the event’s his- ed a Halloween festive event. They showed who volun- tory, Phi Theta Phi has raised more than the original Halloween with Jamie Lee Curtis. teer for $1.1 million for the fund. This year’s goal Each semester, the club tries to have at least Loaves and is $35,000. two psychological based movie events. Their Fishes The Phi Theta Phi brothers will de- next event is planned for Nov. 21 where they demonstrate. part Greenville at 10 a.m. on Friday, Dec. will be traveling to Hermitage Cinema 8 The- It was a 2, walking through Mercer, Grove City, atre. After each movie, the members of the great experi- Slippery Rock and Butler, ending in group have a discussion on the different psy- ence for all Freeport at Trinity Lutheran Church. The chological aspects involved with Dr. Bright, of us in- Photo Courtesy of Google Images second day will take them through Natrona professor of psychology. Lynnette Enterline, volved.” In Heights, Breckenridge, New Kensington, secretary of Psi Chi and Psychology Club, addition, Arnold, Springdale, Cheswick, Harmar Township, Oakmont, Lawrenceville and finally Chil- said, “It was a great event, I am not easily Chelsi scared, but watching everyone else jump and Clark, vice dren’s Hospital in Pittsburgh. president of The Free Care Fund at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation helps ensure scream was hysterical. Also, the Alpha Xi Provided by Google Images Delta Sorority attended the event to help sup- Psi Chi and that all children receive the medical care they need, and that no child from the tri-state area Psychology Club, expressed her views about is denied care because of an inability to pay. In 2007, the fund provided more than $31 mil- port the club. My favorite part about the movie events is the fact that we can watch a the community service, “Helping at Loaves lion in free and uncompensated care. movie and bring in the psychological portion and Fishes is a great opportunity for us and we The Phis will collect cash donations throughout the walk, but checks (made payable of it to make it relate to the group.” enjoy it. It’s good that we can help them help to Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh) can be mailed to Phi Theta Phi Alumni Association, PO Additionally, on Nov. 2, the organiza- the community and learn other people’s Box 365, Greenville, PA 16125. Donations can be made online at www.givetochildrens.org tion traveled to Mercer to participate in a lifestyles.” The organization looks forward to (click on “Donate Now” and “Designation – Other” and then type “Phi Walk.”) community service event, Loaves and Fishes: participating in this community service again Groceries for Neighbors in Need. Loaves and next year. Fishes is a nonprofit, nondenominational or- If you have any questions about the ganization that provides groceries to individu- group, please contact Michelle Blose at Candelight Vigil als and families and is operated in accordance [email protected]. by Emily Whipple, contributing writer with United States Department of Agriculture. The Alliance at Thiel College is all about acceptance: no matter sexual orientation, Mercer Loaves and Fishes serves about 112 gender, race, or any other distinction, everyone deserves to be treated with respect and digni- ty. Unfortunately, many teenagers and young adults suffer as victims of bullying for any number of reasons like these. A frightening trend of suicide has been emerging among these victims during the past few years and beyond. In December, the Alliance will hold a candlelight vigil and collect donations in order to honor and remember those victims. Look for members of the Alliance in the cafeteria from Nov. 28-30 with information about teen bullying, suicide, and the Trevor Project, the teen suicide prevention hotline. The candlelight service will be held on Thursday, Dec. 1, at 8 p.m. in the chapel. Donations for the Trevor Project will be collected all week and at the vigil; look for posters around campus with more information. The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) youth. According to the organization’s mission statement, “The Trevor Project is determined to end suicide among LGBTQ youth by providing life-saving and life-affirming resources including our nationwide, 24/7 crisis intervention lifeline, digital community and advocacy/educational programs that create a safe, supportive and positive environment for everyone.” The Trevor Project envisions a future where the possibilities, opportunities and dreams are the same for all youth, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. If you are or have been the victim of bullying or abuse for any reason, just remember: it gets better! Contact any member of the Al- liance, one of Thiel’s Safe Zone Allies, or visit the Trevor Project at www.thetrevorproject.org for help or information. Please consider at- provided by Google Images tending our candlelight vigil and donating to this worthy cause!

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ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP • COUNSELING • SPECIAL EDUCATION MBA • CARDIOVASCULAR SCIENCE • READING • HIGHER EDUCATION STUDENT LIFE Page 3 Friday, November 18, 2011 THIELENSIAN Communication Building Contd. The 16,000 sq. ft. facility will feature: offices for the communication department fac- Scary Readings Set the Scene ulty; a state of the art graphics computer lab; a visual studio including an announcing booth , viewing and editing area, and editing suites; a new radio studio with a DJ booth and editing and production areas; a 50-seat lecture hall; and a 30-seat “SMART” classroom. The building for Halloween Weekend and all of its new features will be centrally located on campus between the AC and Greenville by Dr. Hall, Contributing Writer Hall where the financial services building is located. The building will house the offices of the admissions staff and public relations department, giving communication students the op- Sigma Tau Delta and the English depart- portunity to gain more real-world experience. It is anticipated that financial services would be ment shared “scary” readings of poems and short sto- Photo by Google Images moving into the space occupied by the admissions offices. ries during the Halloween weekend at Thiel. Students, The faculty of the communications department is excited for the opportunities their students will have. “I am on sabbatical in Italy right now but I can say that this collaboration faculty, and staff read passages in four-minute increments, from 9-10:00 p.m. in- between Thiel College and Mr. Pedas has been in the making for some time. I am delighted side Roth Hall, on the second-floor landing. It was the first year that the Hal- that it is coming to fruition. I am especially grateful for his generosity to our department over loween event included a reading of poems and short stories in the Gothic tradition. the years,” Dr. Laurie Moroco said. Victor Evans is just as excited, sharing: “I can't tell you how much the communication Participants included: Dr. Robinson; Amy Matchett; Abby Charsar; Dr. department has been looking forward to breaking ground on the Pedas Center. One of the rea- Chris Moinet; Mr. Allen Morrill; Emily Whipple; Keisha Shaw; Prof. Brenda Del- sons I came to Thiel was because this building was on the horizon and I knew that it would Maramo; Joe Disch; Rebecca Neff; Bess Onegow; Helena Tompkins; Kristen significantly change the face of the communication department, especially for those students in the media communication major. The new studios and editing labs will be essential in help- Moreland; Chelsea White; Chanel Jenkins; and Dr. Mary Theresa Hall. ing media students simulate what they will be doing once they leave Thiel to work profession- ally, not to mention it will also greatly improve the quality of Thiel's campus television station.” Without a doubt, the members of the Thiel community have a lot to look forward to with the plans for the center thanks to Dr. Pedas’s generosity. Public Safety Shooting Club Takes Trip to DC Cracking Down by Keeley Criswell, Layout Editor by Erin Huff, Contributing Writer When fall semester began, public safety was strict with a lot of rules. Trying On Friday, Nov. 4, the to let the incoming freshmen know that breaking rules was not going to be tolerated Shooting Club traveled to Fair- was the main goal of the toughness. As the term progressed they grew to be a little fax, Va. We spent the weekend more lenient when it came to some aspects. Homecoming weekend and the week- off-campus to visit the NRA end that followed, they let the students and alumni have a good time and as long as (National Rifle Association) they didn’t get out of hand, they didn’t step in and hardly anyone got in trouble. Now that classes are nearing an end and students are partying a little more, PS is Museum and to go to Washing- showing campus they are not putting up with any flack. ton, D.C. Lately, there are a lot of students getting in trouble and while some deserve The trip began on an in- the punishment they receive others are simply in the wrong place at the wrong teresting note. Our van was time. The ultimate goal of public safety is to keep the student body under control pulled over a few hours after we The shooting club at the NRA Museum and safe. As students we do respect that they are just doing their job. The real issue left. A policeman noticed that a the students have is that sometimes the punishments received are not always fair. headlight on the van was out. He also noticed that “Thiel College” was written on the The policy states that underage drinking will not be tolerated and even if you are side. Apparently, he wanted to find out if any of us knew his son who attends Thiel. not drinking you are still not to be in the presence of alcohol. Is this rule fair? Most Aside from that, the six-hour drive to our hotel was uneventful. would say no, but some agree that it’s a rule for a reason. The next morning, we piled into the van again and headed to the NRA Muse- Public safety is cracking down on the student body. Students don’t like this but it’s happening. The message should be coming through loud and clear that the um. There, we viewed a wide range of guns from past to present. The museum held partying needs to slow down. However there is a distinct line between being out of displays of rifles, pistols, Gatling guns, and other unique and interesting arms. control and casually drinking with a few friends. It’s against the rule, that’s under- Then, we headed into D.C. to sightsee. We began our stood, but PS being more lenient in some cases may have a much greater effect than time in the city with a trip to the Holocaust Museum. Then, getting everyone in trouble. People are more likely to do something if an authority we walked around the National Mall. We viewed the Lincoln figure is telling them not to. People want to see how much they can get away with Monument, the Washington Monument, the WWII Memorial, and that is not by any means showing respect. and the Vietnam Memorial. Although this made for a long day Students can be trusted to have fun without causing a ruckus. Given the of walking, everyone had a lot of fun. chance to prove that I think public safety would notice the amount of community A member of the Shooting Club who wishes not to be service given out would decrease substantially. Students need to understand that mentioned commented, “My favorite part of the trip was defi- this is their job and that it needs to be respected, but PS should also realize they nitely the firearms museum. There was so much to learn and are just kids having a little fun and as long as no one is getting hurt there should not explore, I could have spent hours there. My favorite gun was be a problem. the Sig Sauer P210 pistol. It was 9mm and was scroll en- graved with gold line inlay.” Available for God All in all, the people who went on the trip seemed hap- by Kalisha Johnson, Contributing Writer py about it. It was nice to go off-campus for a weekend with After getting off to a slow start this semester TC Soldiers Gospel Choir and Mime is friends. finally coming out and will be performing at the Chapel on Nov. 20 at 6 p.m.. Though many The Washington members have left and some students are hesitant to join, TC Soldiers is hoping this event will Monument once again stir up student interest. Since its inception, having small numbers has never deterred TC Soldiers from doing what they do best- singing and dancing for God and ministering to the people. Our passion for About the Thielensian ... what we do is what keeps us going. There is a song entitled “Lord I’m Available to You” writ- The Thielensian is Thiel ten by Carlis Moody which is an exact metaphor for our group. This song poetically expresses College’s student-run news- how God has given our hands, eyes, ears and our voice a purpose, to minister. All that He has paper, funded by the Student given us, we give back in everything we do. The Thielensian Government Association. Ministering goes beyond a pastor or a priest preaching a sermon every week. It takes Our mission is to serve place on a daily basis. A person can minister to another through their actions and the words in the campus community by which they speak. Sometimes just sparking up a friendly conversation with a stranger or giving a compliment could be a part of ministry. A woman named Angie once told a story of how she publishing timely, fair, and felt the urgency to tell another woman at a salon that she looked beautiful as she was leaving. A Staff relevant news, sports, fea- few weeks later when she returned to the salon, the hairdresser informed Angie that the woman ture stories, and other infor- was so grateful that Angie said she was beautiful because her husband had recently passed and Editor in Chief mation, and to provide a he always complimented her after getting her hair done. This woman was dreading going home Audrey Rattay lively forum for student ex- because her late husband would not be there to welcome her. Yet, Angie’s small compliment pression and the opinion of made the woman smile from within. others on campus. A few years ago, a friend of the family fell ill from Lou Gehrig’s disease, and, even Copy Editor though his health was slowly deteriorating, he would always welcome everyone with a smile. The Thielensian encour- Even though he knew he was facing death he still found something to be thankful for in life. DJ Martino ages letters to the editor of Through his sickness, he taught everyone around him that no matter what we go through- all 300 words or less by tradi- the hardships and struggles- there are still miracles and things to be grateful for each and every Layout & Design Editor tional mail and preferably by day. Keeley Criswell e-mail. Letters must be No, ministry is not just a sermon given on a Sunday morning. Ministry is that small act signed (no pseudonyms, or those simple words that encourage and uplift your neighbor to hold on and fight another day. please) and a phone number And when we take the time to use the gifts and talents-no matter how great or small- that God has given us and make ourselves available to him, our ministry can be seen in its purest form. Student Life & Events Editor must be provided for verifi- Beth Yurky cation. For any question about TC Soldiers Gospel Choir and Mime please contact Kalisha Johnson at Letters must be free from [email protected] or through ICM. Sports Editor offensive language, personal Kendell Harrell attacks, obvious errors in fact, and libelous or poten- tially libelous statements. Opinion Editor & Business Mgr. Letters are subject to editing Kraig Smith for length and clarity, and we reserve the right to reject Staff Writers any letter. Guest columns, letters or Brittany Hill other opinions expressed in Brett Smith the Thielensian are the Ken Badstibner views of the writer and don’t Erin Huff necessarily reflect those of the staff and adviser or the college. Contributing Writers Letters may be mailed to: Michelle Blose The Thielensian Public Relations 75 College Avenue Greenville, Pa 16125 Dr. Hall O C T. 26th - DEC. 2nd Kalisha Johnson or sent via e-mail to: Art Exhibit [email protected] Alex Reed ReMaterial is an exhibition that delves into the forgotten storerooms at Thiel Tae-Yi Kim Jim Raykie, adviser College, animating obsolete items once locked inside, and freeing these Tracy Phillips objects from the confines of their previous functions.

Faculty Adviser The Thielensian James Raykie is printed by West Penn Printing 103 River Park Drive New Castle, PA 16101 Telephone: 724-654-6651 OPINION SECTION Page 4 Friday, November 18, 2011 THIELENSIAN Wale-The Badstibner Review A Day in the Life of: by Ken Badstibner, Staff Writer Mike McKinney The trend of outstanding albums continued this year with Wale releasing the Dean of Students album Ambition. This was his second stu- by Beth Yurky, Student Life/Event Editor dio album. Before the album songs such as Lotus Flower Bomb and Focused were 1. Describe your typical day (when do you wake up, what responsibilities do you leaked, making the album gain interest. Al- have during the day, leisure time, evening activities and finally when do you get to though, Ambition is just his second album sleep) Wale has been a big name because of his My day usually starts with the best wake-up call ever. Almost every morning mix tapes he has released during the years. at 6 a.m., my daughter comes running into our bedroom and hops into bed with us. I During the first week, the album hit number always hear her little feet pitter-pattering as she sprints across the hallway. Although two on iTunes and sold more than 164,000 there isn’t any sleeping after that, she will lay in bed cuddling with us until 7 or 7:30. copies in North America alone. He is on At that time I usually get up and make breakfast for my daughters. Then I am off to his Ambition tour to promote the album and work between 8:30 and 9. spread the word which comes to an end on My days at work are never the same, and that is Dec. 8. Photo provided by Google Images one of the many things I love about my job. Ultimately The album features a number I am responsible for the overall supervision of the many of hip-hop superstars including Rick Ross, functional areas within the division of student life. In Kid Cudi, Meek Mill, Lloyd, Ne-Yo, Big Sean and Miguel. It was the first time my role I have the privilege of working with and learn- since 2008 he collaborated with Kid Cudi. The song Focused is arguably the ing from an amazing team of very talented and dedicated best song on the CD. Rick Ross and Meek Mill were featured on multiple songs staff, not to mention our amazing students. because Wale was recently signed by Maybach Music. He mixed with multiple I always try to spend the evenings with my wife producers in attempt to please all listeners, and the different type of hip hop and daughters, and if necessary, I catch up on work late they enjoy. In total there are 16 songs and a few are expected to become radio at night. We have a pretty stable routine that includes hits. playtime, dinner, more play time, baths and bedtime for Although, the album was solid and had a strong debut, some felt the girls. I also enjoy reading 3-5 books for the girls it underachieved. Many magazines and reviews said Ambition was just average, every night before they go to bed. Then my wife and I a disappointment and that Wale should have kept with his classic style. They sometimes get some alone time together. I am a night Photo by Thiel College felt that it was a drop-off from his previous mix tapes which were big hits. All owl and can usually fit in the “catch-up” work late at the songs on the album are good but none are great. In a sense this hurt the al- night after she is in bed. bum because traditional Wale fans feel that it made no song stick out and the 2. If you could pick three perfect meals for your day, what would they be? songs got repetitive. The critics placed most of the blame on Folarin, a producer Breakfast – eggs, bacon, hash-browns and rye toast and song writer who had too many peaks and valleys with not enough one lin- Lunch – reuben or a good wrap with a side of fries or a good steak or chicken ers. salad Overall, the album was solid and pushed Wale into the mainstream of Dinner – hibachi-style chicken, shrimp, rice and vegetables fans. All the songs are worth a listen and the album will continue to succeed. It 3. On those rare occasions you have a day off, what is your favorite thing to spend is a nice change of pace to other artists such as Lil Wayne and Mac Miller. the day doing? Wale will become a huge name in the hip-hop game, but to find constant suc- I absolutely love spending time with my wife and daughters. It is so much fun cess with the older fans he needs to stay with what made him popular in the being a dad. first place. 4. If you could spend the day being someone else who would it be and why? Any suggestions or opinions? Let me know at [email protected] I don’t know who I would be, but probably someone that has the financial means and the social influence to really help struggling people and institutions “get on their feet.” I have a soft spot in my heart for less fortunate individuals that never had some of the opportunities and necessities that I was blessed with. I also believe there Thiel Cribs are a lot of individuals and institutions that could really do a lot good for others if they starring Morgan Hays and Jenn Kumar just had the financial means and support to do so. 5. If you could choose to have another job on campus for one day what would it by Brittany Hill, Staff Writer be and why? I would choose to do the most important job on campus, being a student. 1. What's in your fridge? Knowing what I do now, I wish I would have taken better advantage of, and had a bet- Well, we've got Folgers coffee, mustard, ter appreciation for the opportunities to soak up the knowledge, interactions, and expe- and a sign with a picture of a Victoria's Secret riences that the entire Thiel community had/has to offer. model on it that says stop eating. We tried to 6. What is the best or worst day that you have ever had? diet for Halloween, but it was not as motivat- Hands down, my best day was when I began my relationship with my wife during as we thought it would be. ing our senior year at Thiel. She has played a huge part in all of my best moments and 2. What's your favorite piece of clothing in your accomplishments since then. closet? Our robes. Jen's is pink and silky. Mor- If you have suggestions for a noteworthy student, faculty or staff member to spend a gan's is pink with ducks all over it. We call day in the life of, email their name to [email protected] them our smoking jackets. 3. What's one word that describes your room? Kim Kardashian 4. What would most people who visit your room say about it? Horoscopes We have a lot of houseplants, so people usually comment on that. It also smells by Brittany Hill talks to conduct, papers to sign, or an weird, but we found out that's because of a sal- Morgan and Jen in their room Staff Writer agreement to negotiate. If you didn't con- ad Jen left in the fridge for a month. clude things at the end of last month (Oc- 5. What would most people say that they find you doing in your room? Aries tober), do so soon, for you won't have a We don't think we're at liberty to say. Hahaha March 21- April 19 moment to spare. Gemini: Take a moment to decide how 6. What is your favorite part about your room? Taurus you can use this new moon to your ad- It's a toss up between our Bob Marley tapestry, our Blink 182 poster, and April 20- May 20 Gemini vantage. You may want to get your eyes our picture of Zack Galifinakis laying in a bathtub with little duckies. May 21- June 20 Photo by Google Images examined, your blood pressure tested, 7. What do you like most about living in Hunton Hall? Cancer corn-Cancer family of signs that and if you are woman, have a mammo- There is always someone here willing to help out, listen to your problems, or act June 21- July 22 started back in July 2009. gram, as a few examples. Or you might like an idiot and run wild Leo Aquarius: The new moon that ap- want to join a new class at the gym or with you :) July 23- Aug. 22 peared at the end of last month, on Oct. treat yourself to a package of personal 8. What is the worst thing Virgo 26, was simply sensational for investigat- training sessions. You need not do any- about living in Hunton Aug. 23- Sept. 22 ing new professional offers or asking for a thing big or expensive. Hall? According to Penn- Libra promotion at your present firm. New Cancer: You deserve happiness and it sylvania law, it's still consid- Sept. 23- Oct. 22 moons are operative for two weeks, and is coming, dear Cancer! Early November ered a brothel. It's pretty Scorpio the actions you take within those two can help you to find love, and at the very mentally taxing living with Oct. 23- Nov. 21 weeks have the power to change the least, have time to relax and have fun for lots of women, but we Sagittarius course of your professional life in the a change. Sometimes getting some hap- make it work. Nov. 22- Dec. 21 twelve months to come. piness in life turns out to be so refreshing Random facts: We have 6 Capricorn Pisces: Eclipses are known to bring that all your most pressing concerns events from the outside world into your pictures of Kim Kardashian Dec. 22- Jan. 19 seem to recede. Aquarius world, often involving people that you Leo: If you were trying to sell your on our walls. We love her! don't know, and projects you were not Jen sleeps with a monkey January 20 – February 18 house or buy one, the friendly interaction privy to, but somehow those people and of Jupiter and Pluto on Oct. 28 was an pillow pet named Nanners. Pisces Feb. 19- March 20 events wind up having a direct bearing on ideal aspect, and because these two Morgan and Jen’s room Morgan sleeps with a teddy you. This could represent the break planets move slowly, both will continue to bear who has, in his 20 years Scorpio: If you feel that life hasn't been you've hoped would come - but were los- help you come to a really good conclu- of life, not been named. We also plan to cover our walls entirely with posters and THAT wonderful in the past few months, ing hope it ever would. sion. magazine pictures. Any contributions are welcome. be open minded. For some reason, your Aries: As you enter November, the Virgo: Travel should be enchanting luck may have been a little delayed, or gorgeous new moon that appeared on over the tender full moon of Nov. 10 in the you may not know yet how wonderful your Oct. 26 will still be sending you golden vi- sensuous sign of Taurus, for it will light deals are about to work out! brations. Money will begin to pour in to your house of adventure, travel, and Sagittarius: There will be many shifts your bank account in the first week, and learning. This full moon will make no de- going on in the heavens in November, but that's always fantastic news. Not only was finitive aspects to other planets (which is the one that will affect you the most will be that new moon one of the cheeriest of the unusual), but it will send you lots of good the new moon solar eclipse in Sagittarius, year, it also coincided with the best as- wishes and happy experiences nonethe- 3 degrees, on Nov. 25. That friendly pect, Jupiter in perfect angle to Pluto. less, for you are an earth sign too, per- eclipse that will allow you to drive your life Taurus: Only two days after that new fectly positioned to gather up its goodies. in precisely the direction you choose. moon last month, on Oct. 28, Jupiter, the Libra: This month the eclipses will be Capricorn: You have been undergoing planet of good fortune, now in Taurus, back again too, but before you get anx- a long process of revamping your life, an sent Pluto, the planet of transformations ious there will be no more eclipses in and power, a major vibration, indicating Cancer-Capricorn, and those are the Morgan and Jen’s beds undertaking that was triggered by a series of unusually difficult eclipses in the Capri- you may have had substantial financial ones you found difficult. Page 5 Friday, November 18, 2011 THIELENSIAN Opinion Poll: When do you start Christmas shopping?

Zac Markley: Sabreena Harrison: Mike Wright: Heather Bean: Dave Barrows: Megan Bevevino: I start with Black Fri- I Christmas shop When I see Christ- Black Friday is the Whenever there's a I don't usually Christ- day, and then I go ma- throughout the mas stuff in the best time to shop be- sale, usually Decem- mas shop, but if I was jor Christmas shop- whole year; I'm al- stores, I begin to cause there are a ton ber 26th because to, it would be 2- ping at least twice ways on the lookout shop! of sales. that's when sales are weeks prior to between then and for sales. the best! Christmas. Christmas. Thiel Ridez iTunes Songs by Brett Smith, Staff Writer #Twittin’ of the Week Name- Shawn King Year- Sophomore @Thielensian Major- Philosophy Make/Year of Bike- Next power climber 18-speed by Kraig Smith Mileage- estimated guess bout a 1,000 give or take RT @???: Time you’ve owned it- 6 years more or less -Favorite wrestlers of all time 1. Stone Color- blue cold 2. Goldberg 3. The Rock 4. Cost when you bought it- $100 @KangaWoosa 5. The Undertaker Money put into it- $50 Nickname of bike- “A to B” -TC Wrestling on the map boi #30 Coolest thing you ever did on #getsome it- road it down the steps Times you jump it a week- if I -What is free Thiel library coffee had a ramp I would do it all day missing today? --- stirrers Craziest trick you can do- ride #always_missing_something down the steps at the HMSC Shawn King poses with his bike. Top speed you rode it- let’s just -i go through spanish tests like i go through men.. JK say I have won quite a few races on the play ground in my time. Most people on it at once- 3 -i hate when people say "when your in the real world" ... Furthest place you rode it- from my house I road it into New Castle explain what the fake world is then ? and back total of 30 miles give or take Times wrecked- a handful of times -I have bragging rights for having the best boyfriend Do you wear a helmet? Only when I’m on distant bike rides. ever :) and he's allllll mine <3 -Woke up and looked over and thought to myself... This Fashion Frenzy can't be a bad day. It just started off so great. <3 #5 by Brittany Hill, Staff Writer Photos by Google Images -My parents accused me 4 being a liar.I looked them in the face & said,"toothfairy, Santa, Easterbunny." & This week’s fall fashion tip is all walked away like a boss about boots! Preparing for the cold- est season of the year, many stores have set out their most fashion- -I cheated on my fiancée at 1:30am, then at 2am, it was 1am again. #neverhappened #daylightsavings able boots to keep your feet warm. For women, they have boots with heels, snow boots, rain boots, and much more. Some of the popular -i wish a knew a girl named tiffany just so i could eat brands include Ugg, Chinese Laundry, and Steve Madden. Let’s not breakfast at her house forget about the men! The selection is limited for men, but work boots are probably the most popular among the trends I have seen. Check -i hate the smell of hospitals, dirty knee braces, kitty lit- out stores such as Finish Line and Footlocker for your winter es- ter, dirty diapers, and cigarette smoke sentials! Remember to keep your feet dry -Well i broke a blood vessel and maybe broke my nose.. At least with these previously existing rules, I because there was a long line. Letters to the Editor would have been doing something that could have Also the dining hall needs to Congrats to all of our new members haa caused harm to other drivers on the road, but the develop new dishes. I’ve eaten by Alex Reed new law gives an officer the ability to simply look in the dining hall for this semes- -I wish i was a skeebo On Wednesday, Oct. 26, The Herald newspaper at a driver and pull them over for only the way ter and its dishes are always published an article about the new restrictions of they look. same. I’m getting tired of these -Any white girls on thiel college campus know how to teen driving. In the article, Gov. Tom Corbett out- It bothers me that most of the people that I foods. In my country, there are cut hair? Mix people hair at that? lines the new additions to the restrictions and re- talked to have no problem with the article. This is six dining halls in school so I quirements of being a teen driver. an invasion of our rights. Not just teenagers are af- can choose my menu. Moreover, -I wish hanson could come to thiel..sing mmbop..then At this point I find it necessary that I point out fected and people should be angry that our govern- each dining hall changes its leave right after..my life would be complete that I am for restricting teen driving, especially ment is doing this. menu every day so I have lots of when it comes to the use of cellular phones. How- selections. ever, in the article it mentions that for teenagers, by Tracy Phillips Lastly, the breakfast is not -who has a baby I can tickle seat belts are now a primary offense and that teen Not much happens at Thiel College. However, good. There is always bread and drivers can be pulled over for having more than being a young woman there is something which eggs. I want to eat fruits in the -Oops oh wait hold up lemme move that, lift that up, one passenger in their vehicle, who are under 18 concerns me about the campus. For the past three morning but there are only ba- push that outta the way, oh damn more? Alright...now years of age. After this is mentioned, Corbett then years I have noticed that there seems to be a lack nanas and oranges. I think the we can went on to say that determining how officers can of lighting around campus. dining hall should have more distinguish the age of drivers is a topic that can be As a young woman the idea of walking up or fruits for the breakfast. -If you care what @amott70 thinks about the concert addressed later. down campus at night has become a scary idea. raise your hand.. #thoughtso The fact that there is no way to determine how Something has to be done. I would hate to see *These letters were old someone is before they are pulled over is some young college student get mugged or raped submitted by Instructor -Grogan health care #WhatMedSchooldDidYouGoTo something that deeply troubles this reader. The because of poor lighting. reason why this bothers me is that just gives police The administration at Thiel wants its students to Jim Raykie as an officers just another excuse to profile young feel safe at all time. They took a step in the right assignment for his -Just saw two slim women at the bistro eating food like adults. I am 23 years old and often travel with direction by bringing in real police officers for the communications class.* they haven't in years. friends in my vehicle. public safety crew. Now they just need to address This law allows an officer to pull me over for no the other safety issues on campus reason other than the claim that I did not look older than 18 years of age. Then the officer, using that by Tae-Yi Kim excuse could give me a ticket for not having a seat I think the school dining hall has to renovate. Police Blotter belt on at the time. If it was not for this law the of- What I mean is that the dining hall is too small. ficer would have to say that I was speeding or During lunch, I have wait in a long line to get driving recklessly. some food. Last week, I was late for my class

Pick of the Week Photo by Google Images Sexy and I know it Oct. 28, 10 p.m.: A student in Roth Hall was arrested for disorderly conduct, underage drinking and public drunkenness. Nov. 3, 4 p.m.: A student in Hodge Hall was found in possession of drug paraphernalia. Nov. 3, 6 p.m.: A non-student was arrested at Davis Square for tres- passing and possession of marijuana. Nov. 4, 2 p.m.: The fire alarm in townhouse two was set off and then reset. Nov. 7, 4 p.m.: A student was found smoking marijuana and has been turned into the dean for disciplinary actions.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyx6JDQCslE&ob=av3e SPORTS Page 6 Friday, November 18, 2011 THIELENSIAN Matcats Place at W&J Open Player Spotlight by Kendell Harrell, Sports Editor/Photographer The 30th-ranked Thiel College wrestling team placed five wrestlers in the Wash- ington & Jefferson College Open on Saturday, Nov. 12. Nationally-ranked wrestler Corey Featuring Corey Brown Brown and Jacob Lowry paced the Tomcats, both earning second-place finishes in their individual weight classes. Brown finished the tournament with a 3-1 record, dropping the championship Wrestling match to Pitt-Johnstown’s Ryan Fink. Fink was ranked third nationally in the NCAA Divi- sion III rankings. Lowry also fell in the championship round to a University of Pitt-John- by Brett Smith, Staff Writer stown wrestler ending the tourney with the same 3-1 record as Brown. Patrick Morris and Will Ringer also placed for the Tomcats, fourth and fifth re- As the season changes, the winter sports look to suit up and get the season spectively. rolling. Along with boys and girls basketball, the wrestling team straps up and gets go- The Matcats return to the circle on Saturday, Nov. 19 in Alliance, Ohio, to take on ing. Senior, Corey Brown, who has in the past years had very successful seasons, looks eighth-ranked Mount Union at 3p.m. to cap off his career that looks to be the most promising season yet. Brown is Thiel’s first ever 3-time all-American for wrestling. I took the time to ask him about some of Cross Country Runs at Regional his accomplishments and his expectations for his senior season… Looking back on last season, what did the team/you do differently during the off Championships season? by Kendell Harrell, Sports Editor/Photographer We just trained harder. We are a focused and confident team trying to get better each and every day. We come into every training session looking to give maximum effort . The men’s and women’s cross country teams ran for 20th and 39th place at It’s a pleasure to be around such a great group of coaches and teammates. the NCAA DIII Mideast Regional Championships in Center Valley, Pa. For the men, Richard Peterson kept to his season-long trend of pacing all Being a senior, what are your personal goals for the year? What are your goals for Tomcat runners with a time of 26:29, earning him all-region honors with his 29th- the team? place finish. Freshman Steve Morgan garnered all-freshman honors being just the Plan and simple I personally want to be Thiel’s first wrestling national champion. I fifth freshman to cross the finish line. His time of 27:26 earned him 72nd overall. think about winning it every second of every day and this is my last year to win it. Regis Wagner rounded out the Tomcat top three, crossing with a time of 28:13 Team goal would be to bring the PAC championship back earning 113th place overall. Their collective effort landed the team its second high- to Thiel and finish undefeated as a team. This team is go- est regional finish in history. ing to do something really special this year….trust me. For the women, Valerie White led Cats with a time of 25:25, earning her 95th place. Emily Petrak finished with a time of 27:06, earning 197th place. Kris- How is the freshman class that came in? ten Diegan, Lynsey Grits, Clare Rech, and Emily Howard finished 218th, 234th, This is by far the best freshman class since our class came 278th, and 298th respectively. The top two teams in the event earned invites to the in. They want to be great. They have filled major spots in NCAA DIII national championships in Osh Kosh, Wu. our lineup and are ready to step up for our team. Sean By- ham has really pushed me personally and Jerrold Roosa, Jake Lowry, and Elijah Flasher have really pushed the up- per weights. I’m really excited about these young beasts. Tomcats Lose to Grove City by Kendell Harrell, Sports Editor/Photographer Being Thiel’s first time, 3-time all-American, how does that feel and where do you turn your goals and expec- The Thiel Tomcats finished off the 2011 season tations now? with a loss to Grove City College on Saturday, Nov 12. Being Thiel’s first ever 3-time all-American is something The Tomcats finished the day behind the Wolverines that I’m really proud of and something I can look back at 215-364 in total yards with their biggest deficit in rush- one day and think about all the effort I put in for it. I ing yards. The Wolverines rushing attack proved to be the pitfall of the Tomcats scampering to the 35-3 victo- couldn’t have done anything close to accomplishing it ry and earning the Mercer County Cup. Corey Brown preparing without Coach Thurber, Coach Linn and my practice Jared Soell led the Tomcat passing attack on to wrestle partner for the last four years, Alec Miller. I owe so much the day, finishing 17-30 for 148 yards and three inter- to them. Right now though, it makes me want to push that ceptions. De’Von Drish ended his streak of games with much harder to become the best 133-pound wrestler in the country. a touchdown by rushing for 32 yards on 11 carries. Re- cievers Bill Frizzi and Zane Garza grabbed four passes, One thing students might not know about you. end Kyle Turkalj caught three passes as well. Defen- I have the greatest mother in the world which makes me the biggest mama’s boy in the sively, senior Tomcat Ryan Dawes tallied a career-best world. 13 tackles and a fumble recovery in his final collegiate game. Ethan Ludwig had 11 tackles and blocked a third What is one of your best memories with the team throughout your career here at quarter field goal. Thiel? Cody McCelland scored the only points on a All the bus rides home from tournaments. We just get to relax with one another. We Tomcat field goal that fluttered through the uprights. beat the crap out of each other all week and we don’t eat much so we are mostly miser- The Tomcats finish the season 0-10 extending photo by Kendell Harrell able all week. But when we get on the bus for the ride home, we just laugh and play their losing streak to 22 games. some fun games. What will you miss most about competing here at Thiel? Men’s Basketball Preview Just smashing dudes faces in front of my friends and family. I always wrestle my best by Kendell Harrell, Sports Editor/Photographer here at Thiel because I’m so amped up and I just want to win so bad for my friends here and my family. Just competing here at Thiel is what I will miss most after it’s all The Thiel men’s basketball team finds itself asking a puzzling question: How will they manage to beat last year’s electrifying performance? The 2010-11 basketball season said and done was one of epic proportions in regard to the quality of basketball played every game. Thiel finished off last season with a shocking loss in the PAC championship game to the Bethany What are your plans after graduation? Bison, ending with a 20-7 overall record and an astounding conference record of 13-1. Get a masters degree and coach college wrestling somewhere, hopefully here at Thiel. Based on last year’s performance the Tomcats earned the preseason number one ranking I love the sport and want to be around it my whole life. from the PAC preseason poll. With such high expectations put upon the team it seems as if the pressure isn’t disrupting the team’s preseason prep. Who is your favorite professional athlete? Why? Blair Rozenblad and Devon Adams lead a group of talented players with not only a Tim Tebow. He doesn’t make excuses. He is the hardest worker out there and wants to PAC championship in their sights, but the NCAA tournament as their goal. prove people wrong and be the best. “For us every practice is a step towards the NCAA tournament,” said head basketball coach What is your pre-match routine? Superstitions? Tim Loomis. “It is up to our guys to remain fo- Snickers bar and music from the Rocky movies. Punch myself a little bit just get my cused and to work as hard as they can to get better mind and body ready for war. each day.” Loomis, in his sixth year as head coach, knows what it takes to put together a good squad. Rozenblad and Adams aren’t his only key return- Student ers for the Cats. Anthony Harvey and Ladell Trot- ty are two experienced and valuable role players in the Tomcat lineup. Harvey was second on the Athlete team in assists with 57 on the year and an average 2.3 per game. He also added 184 points and 81 rebounds. Trotty also proved to be a big contributor of the in the Tomcat backcourt finishing fourth in total points with 282 while grabbing 155 rebounds. Week “Having a few veteran players will defi- nitely help with depth and leadership,” says Loomis. “Our older guys will help some of the new guys develop quicker as well as provide the team with valuable minutes on the floor.” According to Loomis, player experience photo from the 2010-11 season will provide a big help to the Tomcat squad this season. Other returners like Kendall Delash- ment, Austin Forbes, Chace McKinney and photo from the 2010-11 season R.J. Brownlee also look to add their experi- Upcoming Athletic Events ence and skill to an already stacked roster. The Tomcats also add some fresh blood to the lineup, increasing the competition for min- Saturday, Nov. 19 utes on the hardwood. Freshmen Eric Mallinger and Doran Phillips look to bring a Men's Basketball VS Otterbein 2 p.m. helping hand on the court, both eager to earn their role on the squad. at New Wilmington The Tomcats established themselves as a team that prides itself on hustle and strong defense last season and most of the new members seem to realize quickly that Wrestling VS Mount Union 3 p.m. the road to playing time is fundamental defense. at Alliance, Ohio “With the hard workers we have in this bunch, wearing opponents down defen- Women's Basketball VS TBA1 3 p.m. sively is going to be our number one priority,” Loomis said. at Wilmington, Ohio In the 2010-11 season, strong defense led the Cats to a 12-1 record at home. The Cats Corey dominated the boards, out-rebounding opponents 743-577 on the season and look to Brown Tuesday, Nov. 22 do the same this year. Wrestling Women's Basketball VS Denison 6:30 p.m. While the Tomcats have all the pieces to the championship puzzle, during the long at Granville, Ohio season, their play will determine if they can put it all together. Hopefully the Tomcats will be able to one-up last year’s shortcomings by bringing home Thiel’s first PAC Photo Courtesy of Thiel Athletics Men’s Basketball VS Penn State Behren 7:30 p.m. basketball championship since 2000. at Greenville

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