THETHIELENSIAN the student-run newspaper of Thiel College in Greenville, PA Volume 126 Issue 6 December 18, 2009 At a glance... Finding a Job Through Twitter

by Kristina Mitchell explains how one’s Twitter pro- To make a profile even bet- Twitter, make sure to check out It seems as though some stu- Events Contributing Writer file can catch the attention of ter, Evans says to “utilize your their entire profile first. Make dents here at Thiel, especially companies searching for new Twitter background,” “include a sure that they follow the people those graduating in May, are on Page 2: The latest rage on college employees. link to your online resume,” and that follow them, check out the fast track to using Twitter as campuses and with celebrities Evans explained that in “establish yourself as an ex- their official website, and ask a tool to find a good job to start C.S. Lewis all over the country is Twitter. 2009 alone, 51 million people pert.” She says that one should other peers if the recruiter is out in the real world. Impersonator Visits the We hear about Ashton Kutcher will lose their jobs make the Twitter background credible. Twitter is on a fast rise to Thiel Community and Ellen Degeneres “tweeting” internationally. look as professional as possible Senior Danielle Baker said, being a huge influence in to- about their latest news. College Further on in her and promote oneself. Make sure “Twitter is a good way to get day’s harsh economy and may students talk about Twitter as a article, she de- companies look- your name out in the working be a major help to those that Challenge 24 household name nowadays. scribes how you ing at the profile field. You can attach your re- have lost jobs and new comers Walking through campus on a can make your have easy ac- sume and keep in contact with out into the real world for the daily basis one hears, “Did you Twitter profile cess to one’s re- them.” first time. Psi Chi Visits St. Paul’s get that tweet?” presentable for sume by creating a Despite appearances, Twit- companies on the link, and but be Kateri Linn, New ter is being used for more than hunt for new addi- careful not to updating friends on the latest tions. Evans goes misrepresent TheThielensian Newman Society status; it is now being used as a on to describe just yourself. Be Adviser tool in job searching. how to make the most confident in dis- Many people have been out of one’s page. She states in cussing your field of study, but has Twitter now! finding Twitter useful in their her article that one should want do not over do it and make com- The VanAken Family search for jobs. Whether one is to make one’s profile “employer panies think you are more qual- FOLLOW US! Christmas Dinner a soon-to-be college graduate or friendly” by putting one’s goals ified than you really are. In oth- a family man who just got laid for a job in one’s profile and er words, do not pretend you are off, Twitter can be there to help “tweet” about one’s job search a surgeon if you are not. find a new job. An article by so that companies know one is Evans also says that before www.twitter.com/thielensian Student Sarah Evans on Mashable.com looking. contacting a recruiter found on Life Enrollment Concerns by Nicole Wertz ed for specific majors and Stay Fit This Page 3: Contributing Writer Transfer Tuesdays are geared SGA Welcomes New towards prospective transfer Group, Tomcats The number of students at students. Holiday Season Thiel College has greatly de- In addition, Thiel has Inspiring Hope creased. In the 2006-2007 strengthened its relationships by Lauren Whetzel activity, especially aerobic ac- fat and low calorie substitutes school year, Thiel had 1,279 with international programs to Asst. Editor tivities (like brisk walking, jog- that are amazingly tasty. Try us- Kappa Mu Epsilon, new and returning students. Ac- recruit a greater number of in- ging, bicycling, roller blading, ing applesauce in place of oil in cording to Amy Becher, dean of ternational students and has ad- Food is an important part of and swimming) can help relieve your favorite holiday breads; Math Honorary admissions, Thiel has 999 new vertised Thiel’s study abroad many holidays, celebrations, stress, regulate appetite, and use egg substitutes in place of and returning students in this opportunities more. A new mar- family and cultural traditions. In burn up extra calories from hol- whole eggs; try plain nonfat yo- NSSLHA Fall 2009 semester. This means keting campaign is under way, fact, special occasions often iday eating. gurt in place of sour cream. that Thiel has lost nearly 300 the web site is being updated, center on food. As a result, 4. Eat a light snack before Magazines are full of reduced students, almost 25% of enroll- and mailings have been sent out many people gain weight be- going to holiday parties. It is not calorie and reduced fat holiday Habitat for Humanity ment. What caused this de- in much greater number this tween Thanksgiving and the a good idea to arrive at a party recipes. Give them a try, and crease? What can be done to re- year to prospective students and New Year. What’s to blame? famished. Not only are you share your cooking cre- verse the trend? their families. Perhaps it’s all the tempting more likely to overeat, ations with friends and TCTV to Produce A lot of people are blaming “President VanAken is be- treats available during the holi- but you are also less family. New Shows the economy for everything, ginning a lot of positive change day season or the pressure from likely to resist the 8. Choose your bev- and in this case, the economy at Thiel,” Becher said. “Any family, friends, and co-workers temptation of eating erages wisely. Alcohol does play a major role. Statis- time you bring new things to to overeat. Maybe it’s the in- the higher fat and is high in calories. LSM Finishes the tics show that since 2008, in students, it is helpful to retain creased emotional eating, higher calorie foods. Liquors, sweet wines Semester Strong Mercer County alone, there has current students and attract fu- whether it be from holiday Try eating a piece of and sweet mixed drinks been a 12% decrease in high ture students.” stress or holiday joy, or the ex- fruit, a small contain 150-450 calo- school graduates. In surround- VanAken is inspiring posi- treme laxity with eating and carton of yo- ries per glass. By con- Ever Wonder What ing Pa. counties, decreases tivity and hope in the hearts and physical activity regimens in gurt, or a trast, water and diet so- Happens in Tri-Beta? range from -8% to -44% in high minds of many around Thiel. anticipation for the strict “new string cheese das are calorie-free. If school graduates. Since high An anonymous student, speak- diet and exercise plan” to start before going. you choose to drink, se- school graduates are decreas- ing of the Imagining Thiel ini- January 1st. 5. Make a plan. lect light wines and beers, Thiel World ing, the pool of students Thiel tiative, commented, “A year Regardless of the reasons, it Think about where you will be, and use non-alcoholic Organization has to recruit from is decreasing ago students said these things is not necessary to avoid holi- who you will be with, what mixers such as water and diet as well. would never happen at Thiel, day festivities in an attempt to foods will be available, what soda. Limit your intake to 1 or 2 Also, many students are at- yet today because of President maintain weight. foods are really special to you alcoholic drinks per occasion. W.I.N.G. Keeps Active tending community college and VanAken they are happening.” Registered Dietician Sheri (that you really want to eat) vs. And, watch out for calories in then transferring to close-by “President VanAken adds a Barke MPH, RD came up with a those that you could probably soda, fruit punch, and egg nog four-year colleges. Unfortu- new energy to Thiel than has list of 10 tips to consider to fully do without, what are your per- as well. nately, Thiel is not in the vicini- ever been here before. This enjoy the holiday season with- sonal triggers to overeat and 9. Enjoy good friends and Opinion ty of many community col- trickles down to prospective out gaining weight. how can you minimize them. family. Although food can be a leges. Another factor due to the students. He is a student-cen- 1. Focus on weight mainte- Once you've thought about all big part of the season, it doesn’t Page 4: economy is that students are tered president who is highly nance vs. weight loss during the of these things, make a plan of have to be the focus. Holidays having a much harder time pay- visible on campus. The admis- holidays. If you are currently action. It's much easier to deal are a time to reunite with good DJ Recommends... ing their tuition and need much sions representatives can tell overweight and want to lose with a difficult social eating sit- friends and family, to share more financial aid than in years prospective students about the weight, this is not the time to do uation if you've already planned laughter and cheer, to celebrate Thiel Cribs past. This can effect if they re- new president and say he will it. Maintenance of your present for it. and to give thanks. Focus more main in college for the full four be at their football games, bas- weight is a big enough chal- 6. Take steps to avoid recre- on these other holiday pleas- years. ketball games, gallery openings lenge during the holiday season. ational eating. While some ures, in addition to the tastes of Aud Rat Facts On a positive note, Thiel is and other events on campus Don’t set yourself up for failure foods are more calorie-dense holiday foods. The important making changes to help im- knowing he is dependable to be by making unrealistic goals . than others, no food will make thing to remember is balance prove enrollment and retention. there. He truly cares about the 2. Plan on not dieting after you gain weight unless you eat and moderation. It’s OK to eat The S.P.I.R.I.T of The Thiel Admissions Depart- students,” Becher said. the New Year. Anticipation of too much of it. At parties and too much once in a while. Just Christmas ment is making an effort to in- Becher shared that food restriction sets you up for holiday dinners, we tend to eat relax, enjoy the holidays, and crease admissions requirements VanAken personally called 400 binge-type eating over the holi- (or keep eating) beyond our remember what the season is all and to be more selective of the incoming students for the Fall days (“after all, if I’m never go- body’s physical hunger simply about. Staff Recommendations students coming to Thiel. The 2009 class. He answered their ing let myself eat this again after because food is there and eating 10. Maintain perspective: hope is that if Thiel recruits questions about Thiel and Jan. 1st, I might as well eat as is a “social thing.” To avoid Overeating one day won't make more advanced students, they spoke with their parents. much as possible now!”) Be- recreational eating, consciously or break your eating plan. And it Page 5: will remain at Thiel for the full Senior Kristen Martin re- sides, restrictive diets don’t make one plate of the foods you certainly won't make you gain four years to finish their de- lates her opinion of why enroll- work in the long run. They in- really want. Eat it slowly--en- weight! It takes days and days Opinion Poll: What do grees.There has also been an in- ment is low at Thiel. “There are crease your loss of lean body joying and savoring every tasty of overeating to gain weight. If you wish for this holiday creased effort in recruiting. a few major factors that I feel mass vs. fat, slow down your bite. Then, when you’re done, you over-indulge at a holiday season? Since August representatives are keeping the retention low at metabolism, increase anxiety, pop a mint or stick of gum in meal, put it behind you. Return from Thiel’s Admissions De- Thiel. I believe the fact that the depression, food preoccupation, your mouth, get a tall glass of to your usual eating plan the partment have visited 368 high campus is a dry campus is a ma- and binge eating, and make water and sip on it throughout next day without guilt or de- Horoscopes schools. New changes have jor reason. I strongly feel if weight re-gain more likely. the night, or position yourself spair. been made for Visit Days. Thiel was a wet campus it 3. Be physically active every away from the buffet table or Content in this article was Prospective students can now would not only keep students day. Often, students’ busy holi- food trays to keep yourself from taken from the Student Nutri- Thiel With It visit on more days during the here, but also bring back alumni day schedules (or lack of struc- overeating. tion & Body Image Action week and on weekends. Fo- who have a big part in the dona- tured schedules) bump them off 7. Reduce the fat in holiday Committee of the UCLA Stu- Who’s Who Nominees cused Fridays have been creat- tions given to Thiel.” their exercise routines. Physical recipes. There are plenty of low dent Health & Wellness Center. Announced

Police Blotter Thiel May Be Getting Wet by Cynthia Metzler are 21 will have the 21-year-old policy that allows students who rules, which I know they will Staff Columnist status permitting them to drink are 21 to drink alcohol in their because safety is a concern.” in their housing. It is still being apartments.” Munz said. Sports With the help of SGA and addressed how to handle such Because safety is the issue, A lot of students are looking the Senior Class officers, Thiel living arrangements where the liquor alcohols over 6% are still forward to the new change and Page 6: is looking to become a wet cam- other roommate(s) are under- considered illegal contraband view it as a breath of fresh air Student Athlete pus next semester. They teamed age. and will not be tolerated. Stu- onto the campus. Advisory Committee up with Resident Life, Mike “There is a lot of gray area dents who are 21 will still be Junior Hannah Paytosh felt McKinney, and Dr. Troy still, but the next semester will punished according the student the campus could gain a lot in- Supports Thiel Athletes VanAken to create an alcohol help us formulate a standing handbook if the alcohol policy terest from prospective stu- policy that will give students policy for the fall semester,” is broken. dents. Munz felt positive about who are 21 or older the opportu- Mike McKinney said. “I think this will teach stu- the change as well, “I think it Thiel College Basketball nity to drink on campus. Do not get too excited about dents who are 21 to drink re- will help the retention rate.” “You are going to have to this new change because the sponsibly,” said McKinney. Thiel is also considering in- Mark Ingram apply for 21 status. Overall policy is not fully ironed out This does not mean wild stating a Good Samaritan Policy there will be one case per per- and is in the process of being parties can be thrown because that encourages students to take Announced as Heisman son of beer, wine, and wine developed. McKinney, the as- all rules will be enforced. Plus the right steps when their friend Trophy Winner cooler, no liquor, no kegs, no sistant dean of students, is hop- students can lose their 21 status becomes sick from alcohol. binge drinking,” said Justin ing to have the policy in effect on campus resulting in possible “We do not want students to Photo Courtesy of Google Images Munz, SGA and Townhouse next semester but could not disciplinary probation. Once fear getting in trouble if their Many NCAA Resident Assistant. guarantee that any changes the 21 status is removed, one friend is sick. It is more about of getting in trouble, their Records Broken Apartments, townhouses, would be made just yet. “Safety cannot get it back. making sure all of the students friends attempt to take care of theme houses, and down cam- is concern here, and we are “Resident Life and Public are healthy. A lot of times a stu- them which is undoubtedly dan- pus dorms where all residents working on creating the best Safety will have to enforce the dent will get sick and out of fear gerous.” EVENTS Page 2 Friday, December 18, 2009 THIELENSIAN C.S. Lewis Impersonator Visits the Thiel Community by Joshua LaFace Lewis first illustrated the well, go away.” anti-God state of mind.” Layout Editor house his family moved into Some time passed and Lewis He concluded that all humani- when he was seven. This house grew pessimistic, labeling reli- ty should portray the highest Thiel’s Lutheran Heritage was filled with all his father’s gion as unimportant and athe- form of love in Greek, agape. Room was transformed into books that he kept from his life- ism as his salvation. He then be- When the monologue ended, London this past Thursday, time. came unhappy with the Radaker allowed fifteen min- Dec. 3, to set the scene for a Young Lewis was not forbid- boarding school he was attend- utes for questions. C.S. Lewis presentation. den to read one; he enjoyed ing, withdrawing at age fifteen. “[The presentation] is really A fairly large group of 50 stu- reading all of them. In April of 1917, Lewis was changing me in ways I am not dents, staff and community He recalled a memory of his matriculated into University sure of,” Radaker answered one members were first greeted by older brother showing him a toy College at Oxford where he of the questions. “Performing Dr. Daniel Eppely, Associate garden. Within this garden, published his first book in 1919, helps me with my own ques- Professor of Religion. He intro- young Lewis found “a lid of a which was a collection of po- tions on Christianity.” duced Dr. Kevin Radaker, Eng- biscuit can decorated with moss ems expressing his anger with The audience seemed both lish Professor and Department and twigs.” The sensation he God. moved and appreciative of Chair at the Anderson Universi- felt upon seeing this “Toy God” Lewis soon realized that all Radaker’s performance. ty of Indiana. was comparable to John Mil- the writers he had idolized were Freshman Lena White said, “I This is Radaker’s second per- ton’s “’enormous bliss’ of Christian, all of his friends and think that it was a very interest- formance presented to Thiel; he Eden.” This sensation gave the family were Christian, and he ing presentation. He was in performed as Henry Thoreau young boy a sense of intangible, began “rediscovering joy.” With character and gave me a new last year. However, this year he unreasonable desire. this, he wished to surrender and view on C.S. Lewis and the mo- visited with a new costume, In addition to this memory, worship God, because after all, tivation behind his works.” monologue, and a different nine-year-old Lewis’ mother’s “God [was] god.” Dr. Curtis Thompson, Profes- theme. death also contributed to the This marked his conversion to sor of Religion, complimented, Radaker has portrayed Henry writer’s disbelief in God. theism in 1929. He became “My wife and I enjoyed the per- Thoreau for eighteen years; his “When her case was pro- Christian two years later in formance of C.S. Lewis very portrayal of C.S. Lewis here nounced hopeless I remembered 1931. Although he was a self- much. Kevin Radaker had pre- was only his twelfth perform- what I had been taught; that acclaimed Christian, he joking- sented in similar fashion Henry ance. prayers offered in faith would ly stated that he did not like David Thoreau last spring and Radaker originally created be granted,” Lewis stated, “I ac- church because the organ and he had done a fine job on that Photo Courtesy of Dr. Kevin Radaker this C.S. Lewis portrayal for a cordingly set myself to produce hymns suppressed his own too. C.S. Lewis continues to be Dr. Radaker as C.S. Lewis. church audience. by will power a firm belief that thinking. He succumbed and at- popular in contemporary cul- The majority of the mono- my prayers for her recovery tended church, finding that all ture. I liked the way Radaker logue is composed of quotes would be successful … when different people attend to learn emphasized the non-fiction Dr. Cory Grewell, Professor Image than was Anthony Hop- from Lewis’ book titled Sur- nevertheless she died I shifted about Christ. writings. HIs selection of mate- of English also commented, “I kins' Prof. Lewis in Shadow- prised by Joy. According to its my ground.” The performer then gave a rial effectively showed the evo- very much enjoyed the presen- lands. I thought the perform- preface, “the book is written in Lewis then summarized his theory of evil. “God makes lution of Lewis in his thinking tation. I thought Dr. Radaker ance made the essence of Lewis answer to requests that [Lewis] belief that “[God] was, in [his] creatures with free will,” he about God – the progression made C.S. Lewis come to life in the Christian apologist very ac- would tell how [he] passed from mental picture of this miracle, stated. Humanity has the choice from atheist to theist to Christ- a way that I hadn't imagined be- cessible to the audience. I was Atheism to Christianity.” to appear neither as Savior nor to act in immoral ways. He also ian. As an event sponsored by fore. Dr. Radaker's Lewis, to profoundly disappointed in the The presenter used Lewis’ as Judge, but merely as a magi- stated that “a universe of au- Thiel's Community Building me, was much more character- Thiel students who left the pres- book as a way by which to tell cian; and when He had done tomations is a universe not Initiative, it was good to see istic of the Lewis that comes entation early, however. Disap- Lewis’ story and literally be- what was required of Him [he] worth having.” many people from the commu- through in books like Mere pointed, but sadly, not sur- came the author. supposed He would simply – Next, he defines pride as “the nity in attendance.” Christianity and The Discarded prised.” Challenge 24 Psi Chi Visits St. Paul’s by Carol Jones The format of the tournament Fifty-two students participated by Kristina Mitchell Psychology club is very close- greeting,” said Heather Snyder, Contributing Writer ly related, but is open to any President of Psi Chi. Contributing Writer was based on a set number of and all seemed to enjoy them- elimination rounds, and then a selves. Math Lab tutors and student who may be interested. On Dec. 8, both clubs deliv- final 10-minute round between others including: Chen Fu, Ryan A common community service These two organizations hold ered their hand-made cards per- On Nov. 19, Challenge 24 re- a half dozen finalists. Hill, Amy Kramer, EJ Kruse project at Thiel is visiting the joint meetings and are both sonally to the St. Paul’s resi- turned to Thiel’s campus for the Pat Mitch, Thiel’s Student and Laura Wise facilitated the residents at St. Paul’s homes. funded by the SGA. dents. third annual math tournament. Math Lab Supervisor, and a sen- rounds of play at tables in the Psi Chi, the psychology hon- On Dec. 1, both clubs got to- During the visit, the members Challenge 24 is a game of ior mathematics major, brought carpeted area of the cafeteria. ors society, and Psychology gether to listen to Christmas of Psi Chi and Psychology Club arithmetic that involves four the idea of holding a Challenge Dr. Hecking participated in the Club have made a visit there an music, enjoy refreshments and played bingo with the residents. numbers displayed on cards. 24 tournament to Thiel two event. annual tradition. make Christmas cards for the Both the students and resi- The goal is to calculate a solu- years ago and the tradition con- Dr. Wu observed the tourna- Psi Chi is an organization for residents of St. Paul’s. dents really enjoy the annual tion of 24 by using combina- tinues. The event was open to ment; his 13 year old son, Jing psychology majors and minors “It was great to get together visits. tions of addition, subtraction, students from all math classes participated, amazing the crowd who have earned a grade point and work on Christmas cards. “I felt that it was very reward- multiplication and division. including Calculus, Pre-Calcu- with his mathematical skills and average of 3.0 or higher in their It’s nice knowing we can help ing to see how much the St. The quickest player to deter- lus, College Algebra, Statistics ultimately winning the tourna- psychology required courses make residents at St. Paul’s Paul’s residents appreciate our mine a solution of 24 on a card and Intro to Algebra. ment for the second year in a and are in the top 35 percent of homes have a good Christmas visits,” said Jacey Grant, a jun- dealt to the center of the table The tournament was spon- row. their graduating class. with a simple card and cheerful ior member of Psi Chi. taps their fingers on that played sored by the Academic Success The game was developed by card and describes the process Center (ASC) which provided Robert Sun and is promoted to About the Thielensian ... used to come up with 24; if cor- refreshments for the event, help raise mathematical aware- The Thielensian is Thiel The Thielensian Staff rect, that player keeps the card. along with a prize for the tour- ness in students of all ages. College’s student-run news- The one with the most cards at nament winner. the end of the round wins. paper, funded by the Student Government Association. Editor in Chief Our mission is to serve the campus community by pub- Alivia Lapcevich Kateri Linn, New lishing timely, fair and rele- vant news, sports and feature Assistant Editor Newman Society Adviser stories and other information, and to provide a lively forum Lauren Whetzel by Cynthia Metzler said, “Professor DelMaramo Society. You don’t have to be for student expression and the Staff Columnist will be missed by the Newman Catholic to be a member. It’s opinion of others on campus. Society, but I think Kateri Linn about service and the communi- Layout & Design Editor The Newman Society is is a positive improvement to our ty. We don’t gather around and The Thielensian encour- glad to recognize Kateri Linn as club.” read bible verses, we physically ages letters to the editor of Joshua LaFace their club adviser. The New- Linn’s plans for the New- do things for the college and the 300 words or less by tradi- man Society was previously led man Society include strength- community” said freshman tional mail and preferably by by Brenda DelMaramo who ening the ties of the club and Courtney Chadbourn. e-mail. Letters must be Events Editor held the organization together. campus with Saint Michael’s The Newman Society suf- signed (no pseudonyms, DelMaramo resigned as the ad- Parish in Greenville and setting fered a great loss with Professor Angela Blackburn viser at the end of last semester. steady monthly meetings after DelMaramo resigning and the please) and a phone number The Newman Society has Mass, so it will be easier for majority of the club graduating. must be provided for verifica- spent a large part of this semes- students to get involved. She “We lost some good members, tion. Staff Writers ter looking for an advisor to would also like to get more stu- but I know our club is now back Letters must be free from help guide the group in the right dents involved in the organiza- on track with Kateri Linn, and direction. Linn has big ideas tion, Catholic or not. Thiel can expect some great offensive language, personal Nicole Lemmon and hopes for the organization. “I think students have a mis- things out of us in the spring.” attacks, obvious errors in Laura Kaye Stemm Evan Ditty, vice president, conception about the Newman said President Cyndi Metzler fact, and libelous or potential- ly libelous statements. Letters are subject to editing for Staff Columnists length and clarity, and we re- The VanAken Family serve the right to reject any DJ Martino letter. Cynthia Metzler Guest columns, letters or Audrey Rattay Christmas Dinner other opinions expressed in by Nicole Lemmon do shirts and black pants, clear- raspberry sauce to go on top. the Thielensian are the views Contributing Writers Staff Writer ing away everyone’s plates with While enjoying the food, of the writer and don’t neces- warm smiles on their faces, one had a choice of punch, egg sarily reflect those of the staff Kristina Mitchell On Dec. 7 and 9, students making each student feel spe- nog, or hot chocolate with op- and adviser or the college. Nicole Wertz were able to partake in possibly cial. tional gingerbread or pepper- Carol Jones the most festive holiday feast The buffet style set up of the mint additions. Letters may be mailed to: enjoyed on campus thus far: The food made for easier serving, as Overall, the food was “Prob- The Thielensian Kristin Fedorcsyk VanAken Family Christmas well as allowing for students to ably the best I’ve had so far 75 College Avenue Krista Wissenbach Dinner. get seconds. from Thiel,” said Khrystina Sla- Greenville, Pa 16125 Bethany Booth While freshmen and sopho- Students were able to sip on gle. or sent via e-mail to: Morgan Panka mores enjoyed their dinner on hot chocolate with a dash of “I really enjoyed the food; Gabe Newman Monday the 7th, and juniors and peppermint or gingerbread the chicken was cooked to per- [email protected] seniors had theirs on the 9th. added to the steamy mixture. fection, and the laid back atmos- Jaimie Kirchhofer Decorated with holiday Smiles and laughter were phere made it that much more Jim Raykie Yuening Liu bows and poinsettias with light seen and heard from all around, enjoyable,” said Haley Pickard Adviser, the Thielensian Kate Exler Christmas music playing in the and friends spending some qual- about the event. Elise Moore background, the Bistro and ity time together over a dinner This little escape from the Dave Henry Lutheran Heritage Room were made up of chicken romano, normal dining experience at The Thielensian turned into a Christmas scene stuffed portabella mushrooms, Thiel really did set the mood for is printed by that almost appeared to jump potatoes on pineapple rings, this holiday season, especially West Penn Printing Faculty Adviser from a page in a magazine. green beans, a tossed salad, with the stressing finals ap- 103 River Park Drive The staff from AVI were rolls, and a chocolaty Yule log proaching. The dinner has been New Castle, PA 16101 James Raykie dressed their best in white tuxe- with a cream filled center, and a a reported success. Telephone: 724-654-6651 STUDENT LIFE Page 3 Friday, December 18, 2009 THIELENSIAN SGA Welcomes New Group, Kappa Mu Epsilon, Math Honorary Tomcats Inspiring Hope by Krista Wissenbach ate level and to inform members weekend by walking in the pa- Contributing Writer about the advancements being rade with the Kappa Mu Epsilon by Kristin Fedorczyk members. A barbeque was held paper with “MS” emblazoned made in mathematics. Members banner. They had T-shirts fo- Contributing Writer at the pavilion by the townhous- on it. They could then cross out Kappa Mu Epsilon is the are very involved in the mathe- cused around the classic Holly- es, and attendees enjoyed a the logo with markers and sign Mathematic Honorary Society matics department at Thiel. wood theme and handed out Tomcats Inspiring Hope (TIH) wide array of food along with their names to the paper. All pa- at Thiel College. The society Some work in the math lab in- candy; some of the professors in is one of the newest clubs to games of football and corn hole. pers were hung up in a spot of was founded in 1931 and then cludes: supplementary instruc- the math department also start up on Thiel’s campus. As a Their first fundraising event the HMSC, where many could incorporated as a non-profit or- tors, tutors, and assisting the walked with our members. We service-based organization, the occurred at the last home foot- see them, in attempts of pro- ganization for educational pur- professors in the mathematical recently went dorm storming to mission of TIH is to promote ball game during Fall Family moting MS awareness. All pro- poses on May 14, 1951 in New and computer science depart- raise money for the Good Shep- awareness about the group and Weekend. Members of TIH sold ceeds from the event were do- York. ments. herd here in Greenville. provide support to a different orange MS bracelets to students nated to the National Multiple As members of Kappa Mu Ep- Since this is an honorary soci- In the spring semester they cause each year. and their family members dur- Sclerosis Society. silon, our goals are to further the ety, new members must meet will be inviting and initiating This year, TIH is working to ing the tailgating events before Upcoming events for the interests of undergraduate math- the qualifications. They must be our new members who meet the promote awareness for Multiple the game. spring semester include a jail ‘n ematics, aid in showing the stu- a regularly enrolled student, qualifications to join Kappa Mu Sclerosis (MS). According to Each bracelet sported the MS bail, an MS T-shirt sale, and the dents the role that mathematics have completed at least three Epsilon. Also, they will be sell- the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s logo and was accom- National Multiple Sclerosis So- has had on the development of courses in mathematics includ- ing PI day T-shirts as a fundrais- Society, MS is a disease “that panied by a pamphlet detailing ciety’s MS walk in Pittsburgh in western civilization, and to de- ing calculus, and attain a B av- er to anyone who is interested. attacks the central nervous sys- the signs and symptoms of Mul- April. As a new organization, velop an appreciation for the erage in all mathematics courses If you have any questions or tem, which is made up of the tiple Sclerosis. TIH is always looking for new power of mathematics, due to they complete. As a society we would like to contact Kappa Mu brain, spinal cord, and optic The week after Thanksgiving members and new ideas! its logical and accurate modes hold meetings at the beginning Epsilon, you can email any of nerves.” break, TIH members organized Any interested persons should of thought. of every month to discuss our the officers, David Wierz- To kick off the fall semester, a “Scratch out MS” fundraiser. contact TIH President This society was also estab- fundraising and community chowski, Krista Wissenbach, TIH joined with Men’s Leader- For a donation of one dollar, Kayla Thornburg at lished to recognize the outstand- service projects. Adam Troup, and Devon Todd, ship to organize a “meet-and- students were given a piece of [email protected]. ing achievement in the area of During this semester, they par- or Professor Max Shellenbarger greet” for new and interested mathematics in the undergradu- ticipated during homecoming and Professor Jie Wu. Habitat for NSSLHA Humanity by Bethany Booth organization donates to NSSL- by Morgan Panka Contributing Writer HA Loves every year, which is Contributing Writer a community service activity The National Student that helps to fundraise for peo- Started in 1976 in Georgia, Speech Language Hearing As- ple living with communication Habitat for Humanity is a non- sociation, NSSLHA, is a pre- disorders. Some past NSSLHA profit organization that focuses professional organization Loves recipients have been, on engaging students in service founded in 1972 for students The Starkey Foundation, The projects within the local com- interested in communication National Organization for Rare munity. sciences and disorders. Diseases, and Communication Additionally, Thiel’s chap- Thiel is one of more 300 Independence for the Neuro- ter of Habitat goes on a service colleges that is nationally rec- logically Impaired. trip each spring break to a city ognized. This year, NSSLHA Loves within the United States, during Although Thiel’s NSSLHA is helping to fundraise for 4 which they help build houses chapter primarily consists of Paws for Ability. This Ohio for those in need. This is done those majoring in speech based foundation "specializes through volunteer labor and do- pathology and audiology, any- in training and placement of nations of money and materials. one is allowed to join and par- service dogs for children and Habitat builds and rehabili- ticipate in our local NSSLHA adults with developmental dis- tates simple and decent houses Photo Courtesy of TCTV events. abilities." These canines are with the help of homeowner Lauren Whetzel and Scott Stano on set Thiel’s NSSLHA chapter is specially trained to cater to the families. committed to strengthening its individual’s needs. Some spe- Habitat houses are sold to relationship with St. Paul cialties are “Autism-Assis- partner families at no profit and Homes. tance, Mobility-Assistance, financed with affordable loans. TCTV to Produce In the past years, NSSLHA Hearing-Ear, Seizure Re- The homeowners' monthly has helped with St. Paul sponse, In-home and street mortgage payments are used to Homes’ pancake breakfast, companion, Parkinson's and build more Habitat houses. their snowball dance, and has more.” This spring break the group New Shows helped decorate boxes for their During the spring semester, will be going to Beaumont, trick or treating nights. NSSLHA is planning to dorm Texas. It is going to be a lot of This semester, NSSLHA storm to continue to raise mon- by Lauren Whetzel TCTV and participants on the The organization is open to all fun. created cards to pass out to ey for NSSLHA Loves. They Anyone who is interested in Asst. Editor game shows even had chances Thiel students, regardless of members of St. Paul Homes. are also planning to sell Sarris joining Habitat and was unable to win a cash prize. Junior Al major, who want to create, pro- The cards were distributed to candy to help fund their organi- Thiel's student television Foti was the producer of the duce, direct and assist in the to join in the fall can still join! individuals who may not have zation’s activities. Just attend a meeting next se- channel, TCTV, is certainly game show while junior Scott production of various weekly any family or at least, not close NSSLHA also plans to stepping up its game this year, Stano was the show's host. programming. mester or email the President, enough to visit frequently. form a closer relationship with Morgan Panka, if you have any literally. TCTV provides the Totally Kayla's is hosted by The self-proclaimed "tal- Thiel’s NSSLHA chapter St. Paul Homes by planning Thiel campus community with juniors Kayla Turek and Kayla ent," host, and treasurer and questions. also contributes to NSSLHA’s several events and helping with Habitat wishes everyone a original television program- Thornburg. This show focused secretary of TCTV, Scott Stano national organization. Thiel’s their activities. ming, including news, sports, on news in the entertainment said, "TCTV is on the rise and I Happy Holiday! talk shows as well as dramatic world and dished out celebrity hope that the shows this semes- original programming and gossip, as well as critiqued new ter will inspire more students to game shows. movies and television shows join next semester, as well as in- LSM Finishes the Semester Strong TCTV reflects the diversity which were released throughout crease our viewers." of the campus and highlights all the semester. Stano also mentioned that by Gabe Newman being a requirement for mem- In early December, LSM major campus events and activ- Additionally, Dr. Victor next semester, he and Lauren Contributing Writer bership as the group accepts went Christmas caroling at St. ities. Evans' First-Year Seminar Whetzel will host a show called anyone regardless of their reli- Paul’s homes. The residents In addition to airing a tradi- course Basic Television Produc- Gender Talk. Thiel is associated with the gious affiliation. were very happy to see the tional newscast, TCTV also in- tion, produced a soap opera "This show will focus on the Evangelical Lutheran Church of The year started off with members, and it put everyone in corporated Big Al's Game called Wolf Creek which aired communication and lifestyle America (ELCA) and groups meetings to come together in or- the holiday spirit. Show, Totally Kayla's, a soap twice throughout the semester. differences of men and women like Lutheran Student Move- der to participate in the annual On Friday, Dec. 11, LSM opera produced by a First-Year The Evan and Stine Sports according to linguistic scholars ment (LSM) are essential to homecoming parade. finished the semester strong Seminar course, and The Evan show was hosted by senior and evidence at Thiel College give Thiel its Lutheran identity. This year’s theme was fa- with an ice skating event in and Stine Sports Show. Evan Walter and junior Andy and society as a whole," Stano Going in to the 2009 fall se- mous Hollywood films so LSM Meadville. It was a fun night of Whether you have seen golf Stine and was based on their said. mester, LSM was presented went with Monty Python and ice skating and fellowship that carts driving around campus athletic opinions and personal TCTV President Derek Her- with the challenge of only four the Holy Grail (not really Holly- ended the semester on a high picking up students on their team biases. Each week, Walter mann feels that TCTV has made members carried forward from wood, but oh well.) Participa- note. way to class resembling the and Stine would recap on sports vast progress towards putting the previous year as many mem- tion in the parade went well as A new board was put into game show, "Cash Cab," or games and deliver their predic- more shows on air that interest bers were lost due to graduation. onlookers laughed as they heard place as the position of Presi- have tuned in to TCTV's ver- tions for upcoming sports con- and entertain Thiel students. At the beginning of the semes- calls for “bring out your dead!” dent could no longer be filled by sion of "Deal or No Deal" and tests. "I want to thank all of the ter, LSM looked to build solid In early October, LSM went Gabe Newman who will be the sports trivia show, the Big TCTV is the production TCTV participants who created membership in which it could to Professor Ligo’s farm for a studying abroad. Nonetheless, a Al's Game Show was certainly staff and talent that work to- and filmed their own television grow. night of fun and fellowship. It strong board is put in to place a hit this semester. Each week, a gether to create various televi- shows this semester," Hermann Although Lutheran is in the was a great time for everyone for the spring ’10 semester. new episode would air on sion programs for the station. concluded. title of the group, it is far from who came. Ever Wonder What Thiel World Organization W.I.N.G Keeps Active Happens in Tri-Beta? by Yuening Liu will hold a dinner serving these by Kate Exler As a result, members have willing to help eager young bi- Contributing Writer foods. TWO welcomes all other Contributing Writer been able to puchase items such by Jaime Kirchhofer ology majors through their first students and citizens in as clothes and canned goods to Contributing Writer semester at Thiel. Thiel World Organization Greenville to come. The semester is coming to a the shelter for the women and Students can come with (TWO) is an international or- The group also arranges close, and the holidays are fast their families, especially during If you have walked past the questions pertaining to all as- ganization that contains stu- some special little trips to Grove approaching. Women Inspiring the holiday season. door to S208 and wondered pects of the course from lec- dents from different countries City Outlets and Pittsburgh. the Next Generation (W.I.N.G.) Another project was making what it’s all about, you are tures to lab assignments. around the world. The group has They try to add more colors to has been busy this semester. and writing cards for the U.S. probably not alone. That is the Rachel Yorlets, a junior and more than 50 members in the or- international students’ week- W.I.N.G. has held fundrais- troops. room for Beta Beta Beta (Tri- biology (pre-veterinary) major ganization from China, Japan, ends, not only through the trips ing events to raise money to Members sat inside the cafe- Beta), the National Biological at Thiel says, “Tutoring is a Korea, Africa, and other coun- but also through arranging some support itself through commu- teria and asked students to write Honorary Society. unique opportunity in which tries. communication events. For in- nity service projects and other a short message on cards. They Tri-Beta is an organization both the tutor and tutee can Their goal is to help interna- stance, they go to St. Paul’s and events. hope that the cards bring some for undergrad college students learn from each other.” tional students get more com- other places to help internation- One of the fundraisers was joy to those who cannot be dedicated to improving the un- As a member of Beta Beta munication with American stu- al students get more of a chance to stand outside of the home for the holidays. derstanding and appreciation of Beta and one of tutors, she dents and enjoy their life in the to experience the American way Greenville Walmart asking for This semester has also biological study. hopes that more students will states. of life. donations. brought some changes to the Until recently, the room had be able to take advantage of Each year, TWO holds two TWO is an organization that The Greenville community group. become the final resting place this service in the future. big events, the Culture Show contains students from different was very generous. The constitution was revised for old textbooks or lab sup- If you plan on taking BIO and the Food Fair, to show dif- countries; it holds some events The group also held their to bring it up to date. plies. 145 in the spring or next fall, ferent cultures. to help students communicate annual bake sale outside of the They hope that by doing this This semester Tri-Beta don’t miss this opportunity to In the culture show, they or- more. cafeteria. Both of these were their group can work more effi- cleaned out the room for part of learn from those that have suc- ganize performances from dif- TWO is more like a bridge very successful. ciently. This will allows them to its community service project. cessfully completed the course. ferent countries and students that helps students from differ- W.I.N.G. has participated in enhance what services they can Members of the organization Check the Tri-beta room or from French and Spanish class. ent countries to show their own some service projects. provide Thiel College and decluttered, organized, and with your instructor for infor- Students usually sing and dance cultures and get to know others. On campus, before Thanks- Greenville. spruced up the room, making it mation on tutoring times of- while wearing their country’s It welcomes both interna- giving break, our group pre- They are also going to try to a fun and inviting space. fered. traditional clothing. tional students and American pared a Thanksgiving dinner for bring up membership for The second part of the com- Interested in joining Beta During the food fair, interna- students to join. Students that the International students. W.I.N.G. munity service project was to Beta Beta? If you have com- tional students are welcomed to join can experience more things It was a fine time to interact Starting next semester, offer free tutoring services for pleted three biology courses at cook foods from their countries. from different parts of the world and to enjoy everyone’s compa- women on campus should start students enrolled in BIO 145, Thiel with a 3.0 GPA, you may A trip to Pittsburgh’s Asian and get to know firsthand infor- ny. looking for the group to be foundations of biology. meet the requirements. Market is arranged to buy some mation about other countries’ The group has been sitting more prominent and sending in- The upperclassmen mem- Speak with Dr. Joyce Cuff special food, and then they use lives. Thiel World Organization outside of the cafeteria and tak- formation to you by mail to join bers of Tri-Beta sit in the room or any one of the organization the cafeteria’s kitchen to cook. helps to tie the world together ing donations for the Women’s Women Inspiring the Next Gen- three nights a week, ready and members for more information. After they finish cooking, they here at Thiel. Shelter in Sharon. eration. OPINION SECTION Page 4 Friday, December 18, 2009 THIELENSIAN DJ Recommends ... “Christmas Movies” by DJ Martino The Muppet Christmas Carol man in London. Three spirits changed, making the deadline Staff Coloumnist inspire this transformation, and 6:00 PM. Now, the race is on. Charles Dickens established they embody the past, present, The show ends at 6:00, and Hello, movie fans! Yet again, this classic story many years and future. Basically, it is Fozzie volunteers to take the DJ is back with recommenda- ago, and it has become a Christ- everything that Christmas is money himself before the finale tions, this time with a “Deck the mas tradition that refuses to die. supposed to be. Before the bell to save the theater. Halls” vibe. With Christmas I have always loved this story, tolls one, you should probably However, a series of unfortu- break an arm’s length away, it and I feel the same about the go out and rent this festive flick. nate incidents cause Fozzie to seemed fitting for my last rec- Muppets. So, if you want a Trust me, the “Ghost of Christ- lose the money; the theater is ommendations of the semester unique adaptation of a classic mas Yet to Come” doesn’t play lost. Kermit is thrown into a de- to pertain to the holiday that tale, this movie is perfect for around. pression totally contradictory to will soon be consuming our you. Gonzo, hook-nose and all, his character. All the while, an lives, not to mention our pay- is Charles Dickens, and Rizzo It’s a Very Merry angel/accountant named Daniel, checks. I am aware that some the Rat is his faithful sidekick. Muppet Christmas played by David Arquette, is of my readers may not celebrate Gonzo acts as the narrator while watching this scenario unfold. this holiday, but that doesn’t Rizzo provides humorous com- Kermit is in trouble. Maybe I He appeals to God, played by mean that you can’t enjoy mentary. Michael Caine plays should back up a bit. The Mup- Whoopi Goldberg, and is sent to spending time with family over Ebenezer Scrooge, and his per- pet Theater is in debt, and the aid Kermit. break. Since I aim to please, I formance is nowhere near a Photo Courtesy of Google images deadline for the payment is Photo Courtesy of Google images The movie continues on a fes- chose two movies that not only humbug. to give everything away, so I’ll quickly approaching. In an at- night on Christmas Eve. Never tive and emotional trek, asking epitomize the values of Christ- Throughout the movie, classic let you find the rest of the Mup- tempt to save the theater, the to be discouraged, Kermit and questions like “Did Fozzie steal mas, but also showcase family Muppet characters make con- pet crew as you watch it your- Muppets plan a fantastic Christ- the Muppets do everything in Christmas?” and “What would values. After all, what says stant appearances. Kermit is self. mas show to draw in the big their power to draw in the nec- the world be like if Kermit were “family” more than the Mup- Bob Cratchit, Scrooge’s poor An emotional journey of yule- bucks; they even get Carson essary revenue. never born?” A roller coaster of pets? Without further adieu, my clerk, and Miss Piggy is his lov- tide proportions makes this Daly to endorse it! However, However, through an act of laughs and shocks, this merry recommendations for Christmas ing wife. Mr. Fezziwig has be- movie more than worth seeing. before their show can go on, betrayal, one of the Muppets movie is a must-see for the holi- break are The Muppet Christ- come Mr. Fozziwig, so I don’t Scrooge goes from being a cru- Mrs. Bitterman, the new owner has agreed to work with Mrs. days. I don’t want to have to set mas Carol and It’s a Very Merry think I need to tell you which el, heartless moneylender to the of the bank, informs Kermit that Bitterman, played by Joan Cu- a deadline for you, so go out Muppet Christmas. Muppet plays him. I don’t want most generous, kind-hearted he must pay the debt by mid- sack, and the contract is and rent it today. Thiel Cribs Visits Aud Rat Facts by Audrey Rattay Bryan Montozzi Staff Columnist Ho! Ho! Ho! Merry Christ- by Angela Blackburn T: Do you think it is better liv- mas! Despite the horrific thun- Events Editor ing down campus or up cam- derstorms and rain that have pus? been occurring, it is still De- This week Bryan Montozzi B: I think living down campus cember and the snow is going to welcomed the Thielensian into is better because I’ve gotten to start falling. If you are not al- his room at the Delta Sigma Phi know a lot more people. ready, I am going to attempt to House. Montozzi is a junior and T: What is the most unique fea- put you in the holiday spirit! So, an Education major who joined ture about your room? kick back with a cup of hot Delta Sigma Phi his second se- B: The most unique feature chocolate, while watching A mester at Thiel. about my room is all the space Christmas Story, and enjoy this Thielensian: How long have and storage room. We have time of the year! you lived in the frat house? room that dorms don’t. In most - It is estimated that 400,000 Bryan: I’ve lived in the frat dorms, you only get a little people become sick each year house since the beginning of closet and a desk. In my room, I from tainted Christmas left- sophomore year. Since I get eight drawers, a desk, a overs. pledged second semester fresh- large closet, and over the closet - During the Christmas buying man year, I wanted to move into storage. season, Visa cards alone are the house to be more involved. T: How would you describe used an average of 5,340 times T: What is the best thing about your room’s style? every minute in the United living with all of your brothers? B: It has an apartment feel to it. States. Photo Courtesy of Audrey Rattay What is the worst? I try and make my room as cozy Audrey seems to have gotten - December is the most popular into the holiday season. B: The best thing about living as possible without feeling like month for nose jobs. with all my brothers is that I get a “dorm.” - Based on previous studies, 17 - There are 1.76 billion candy to see them everyday and feel T: Your room is decorated for percent of you will embarrass more of a brotherly bond. Liv- the season. Is this something canes produced every year yourself in some way at your - The average American takes ing down campus allows for me you normally do? Christmas party. to become friends with more B: Yes, I try to keep up with the six months to pay off the holi- - 1 in 3 men wait until Christ- day credit card bills. people and get to know upper- holiday spirit, so I decorate my mas eve to finish their shopping. classmen. room according to the holiday - Most traditional (alive) Christ- - We eat 10 million turkeys over mas trees are edible. Pine nee- I guess the worst thing about and time of year. the Christmas period. living with all of my brothers is T: What is the best feature of dles are high in fiber and Vita- - If you laid down the number of min C. that sometimes it can get a little the fraternity house? mince pies bought per year laid crazy and loud but nothing too B: I think the best feature in our Photo Courtesy of Angela Blackburn - Alabama was the first state to Bryan Montozzi greets us with a thumbs-up. end to end, it would be 3 times recognize Christmas as an offi- out of hand. There are always house is the lobby because we the size of the Great Wall of positive and negative things use it to have meetings, watch cial holiday. This tradition be- T: What’s in your fridge? Do you have a room or know China gan in 1836 about living with a group of movies, and play video games B: Currently, there are only a a room that is worthy of being - The famous quote “Bah Hum- people for a long period of on the projector. Plus, it has lots I wish you all a safe and won- few sodas and coffee creamer. I featured in the paper? Send bug” from Dicken’s character derful holiday break! Try not to time, but in the end, it is always of seating for these occasions. It am broke and really can’t afford suggestions to Scrooge was initially going to something I will look back on is the best place to just hang embarrass yourself as much as a whole lot. [email protected] be “Bah Christmas.” It just does I’m sure you already do! and be glad that I did. out. not work as well! The S.P.I.R.I.T. of Christmas by DJ Martino of the past. have little yet still find reason to Staff Columnist Whether or not one is a fan celebrate. The poor, the home- of history, memories of former less, no matter what the situa- As the holiday season gets friends and lost loves only serve tion, no one deserves to be left under way, the thoughts of many to add to feelings of gratefulness out at Christmas. Donating Staff Recommendations will turn to presents, snow, and for what one still has. Looking money, clothing, food, anything Santa. However, as interesting back on past employers, teach- to these poor souls can bring as it is to picture a fat man in red ers, and even pets bring fond love and joy to more than just sneaking into people’s houses, memories, a pleasant source of the recipient. What the staff is excited about this issue: the true meaning of the season is the “warm fuzzies” on those The final guest in Scrooge’s often overlooked. cold winter nights. Even some- metaphysical journey is the What is this meaning? It’s thing as simple as wearing the Ghost of Christmas Yet to not the gifts, nor is it the decora- atrocious sweater given by a Come. This eerie specter ap- Alivia: “I recommend lazy Sundays with movies, coffee, tions and parties. Simply put, grandmother one year hence can pears as a dark figure fully and lots of snacks. It is also important to let loose, it’s the spirit of the season that brighten the holiday for some- cloaked in a hooded robe with falls by the wayside. one special. the exception of a bony hand so go dance down the hallway like no one is S.P.I.R.I.T., in an effort to raise While the past is certainly that points in the direction of watching!” paranormal awareness around important, Scrooge still had Scrooge’s next epiphany. campus, would like to take this some lessons to learn. The This spirit carries with it one opportunity to offer some Ghost of Christmas Present was of the most important lessons of Lauren: “I recommend trying a spinning class at your local Christmas facts related to what the next spiritual guide to ap- all. While celebrations contin- fitness center. They’re a great way to burn off the group does best: ghosts. pear before the crotchety old ue, how are you impacting those Perhaps the most popular man. This spirit appeared as a around you? hundreds of calories and keep the holiday pounds spirits of Christmas are those jolly giant in a green robe with a Scrooge sees a group of men off (not to mention they’re a lot of fun, too!).” from Dickens’ classic tale, A holly wreath atop his head. This discussing how his funeral will Christmas Carol. happy-go-lucky ghost showed have no attendants, as well as a The three spirits of this holi- Scrooge the Christmases of the group of thieves discussing the Joshua: “I recommend drinking Valerian tea and listening to day story are rarely thought of other citizens of London. This profit to be garnered from Conor Oberst on those nights you feel there is when little Bobby opens his re- showed Mr. Humbug that while Scrooge’s belongings. His cruel mote-controlled car Christmas he sat in darkness, brooding actions in life caused everyone nothing left; I assure you that you will find a new morning. However, it is impor- over everything that breathed, he knew to look upon him with appreciation for life. ” tant to note that these spirits em- others were unaffected by it. contempt. body all that Christmas is sup- Families gathered, parties en- The Christmas season is a posed to be. sued, and happiness was present time for caring. When walking Angela: “I recommend not getting the Swine Flu. Stay The Ghost of Christmas Past almost everywhere, despite the down the street, ignore the sil- healthy! It will save you a lot of work.” appeared, classically, as an an- foul mood of one old man. ver bells for just a moment to drogynous white specter of in- This ghost represents a won- wish a stranger “Merry Christ- determinate age, and its head derful lesson. This is not the mas.” If they don’t happen to DJ: “I recommend praying for snow so a snowball fight was topped with a flame, similar time of the year to sit inside celebrate this holiday, tell them can ensue. Then, go inside, get a cup of hot to that of a candle. Its job was alone. Get out, have fun, enjoy that you still hope they have a simple, to show Scrooge the the season. Moping about does- great day December 25. chocolate, and watch a Christmas movie.” Christmases of his past to reveal n’t serve any purpose other than S.P.I.R.I.T. would like to the truth that he had wasted the to add to individual misery. wish everyone a Merry Christ- most joyous time of the year. A Others are enjoying Christmas, mas and happy holidays. lost love is revealed, causing so get out there and join them. Although it has somewhat Audrey: “I recommend Organic Chai tea with 3 Raw Sugars Scrooge further heartache. However, this spirit also been overshadowed by and a tablespoon of milk. Delicious!” At this festive time of the showed Scrooge the plight of Xbox360 and Barbie, Christmas year, it is important to remem- Tiny Tim, highlighting another is greatly influenced by the spir- ber the Christmas of Yesteryear. important lesson to take away itual world. Don’t forget the Often, the commercialization of from his visit. While enjoying lessons taught to Scrooge, and the holiday forces people to fo- the festivities are important, it is many will thank you for it. cus on the fiscal impact of the also necessary to remember As Tiny Tim observed, “God season, rather than the lessons those less fortunate, those who bless us, everyone!” Page 5 Friday, December 18, 2009 THIELENSIAN Opinion Poll: What do you wish for this holiday season?

Chanel Jenkins “I Annie Camp “My great- Tara Collins “I wish Khrystina Slagle “I Julie Swartzbeck Miles Wilburn wish for love, that est wish is that all of my for everyone to have wish for lower tu- friends and family may ition, a year’s supply “A case of Red “I wish for it to Jacob from New Moon find health, prosperity, a safe and enjoyable Bull, among oth- be summer.” will be in my room and happiness in the holiday and for love of ice cream, and a with a Santa Claus hat, coming year, and that to be shared all over chinchilla.” er things, and a and for socks.” everyone reading this the world.” scarf!” will do good for others.” Horoscopes: The Bi-Weekly Thiel With It! Zodiac Forecast by Joshua LaFace and Cynthia Metzler by Laura Kaye Stemm your rather blustery return to Staff Writer Issue of the Issue: Cynthia and earth, you’ve taken notice of I have been thinking about our some crucial changes that need final examinations and we won- Scorpio (October 23 -No- your attention. While they will der: WHY ARE THEY SO vember 21) – After working so happen on their own, lending a DANG HARD?? Below you hard, it is time to celebrate your guiding hand may help things will find our discussion. achievements and let loose. settle down much faster. Cynthia: Hey Josh, how did Enjoy yourself. But make sure your finals go this past week? that you have some variety. Par- Aries (March 21- April 19) Josh: Well, are you talking tying is fun, but after days of it – After taking some time to cool about how well I did on them or in a row, it can become far less down and face the issue, you’ve the massive amount of time and exciting. energy I have lost from this decided that that type of prob- week? I’ve been in a sleepless lem is one you never want to daze for the past few days. Sagittarius (November 22 - deal with again. However, keep C: I completely understand; I December 21) – By using your in mind that while some prob- swear we should have a week of time wisely you will be able to lems may be similar, they are studying instead of only a day. meet your goals in the months J: Really? I don’t think that Photo Courtesy of Google Images not always the same. Making would help me out too much. ahead. But, do not make your this generalization that they are Most of my time is wasted chat- goals unrealistic or expect to being an English major is the could lead to problems in the ting with friends, checking my constant writing. Technical reach them quickly; if you do, future. email and playing Country Sto- writing, responding to literature you may find yourselves facing ry on Facebook, it’s pathetic! writing, creative writing, per- C: Country Story, really? Far- disappointment. Taurus (April 20 -May 20) Photo Courtesy of Google suasive, poetic writing, writing mville is much more entertain- about feelings, scientific writ- –While this semester was team- ing, Josh. Capricorn (December 22 - ing. We’re always writing. ing with challenges, you’ve you feel overwhelmed by your homework? Prioritize. Don’t J: I will disagree with you on J: Hah, don’t forget advanced January 19) – It’s time for begun to fear that the next se- free time and the various de- have anything to do? Then just that. Your crops in Farmville composition and how we reflect some much needed rest and re- mester will be worse. There is automatically die if you don’t on travels and epiphanies. mands from friends already let yourself go, and don’t worry. harvest them soon enough. It laxation. Don’t forget to take no need to be afraid. While this C: Eh, yea. But nevertheless, asking you to give them a piece makes me sad. they’re over and we get a fairly care of what you’ve been over- next semester will have its own of it. Just remember that free Virgo (August 23 -Septem- C: That’s why you work on looking now that you have the short break to relax and enjoy challenges, there will be many time is yours, so if you need to, ber 22) – Working hard all the your farm every day. some time with the family. free time. Putting it off until opportunities to learn better al- just relax by yourself for an time can be a bummer, especial- J: Gah, I think we’re departing J: And start a new, clean semes- later may result in unneeded ternatives for facing problems if away from our discussion ter, which I couldn’t be happier hour or a day. Having been in ly when you are doing so during again. How challenging were stress. you pay attention. for. the same boat before, your break. But don’t worry. Time your finals this semester? C: Yes, me too! It’s just a shame friends will understand. for some TLC is right around C: Challenging enough. My Aquarius (January 20 - that the break isn’t longer but Gemini (May 21 -June 20) – the bend. Linguistics exam made me so that’s just another issue to get February 18) – Trying some- By facing your problem head- Leo (July 23 -August 22) – nervous, but as always, it’s pos- over and “Thiel” with. thing new can be very taxing, on and spork-equipped, you’ve itive to have that extra shove Prioritizing has helped you to Libra (September 23- Octo- out of your comfort zone. especially when you are not become much more confident Do you have an issue that you get work done in the past, but ber 22) – By focusing on what J: But the worst part of being would like Cynthia and me to good at it on the first or first in your abilities. Don’t lose this now that you’ve began to feel you’ve had to do this fall se- out of my comfort zone is that it hundred tries. However, what address? Email your thoughts as you move into the next se- more like a robot, you’ve began mester, you’ve learned the isn’t comfortable. But I suppose to us at [email protected]. you’ve been aiming to accom- mester. The classes are not as to wonder if prioritizing can be skills necessary to make the it strengthens us as students. We appreciate your thoughts Blah, blah, blah. And the worst plish will be worth the effort. frightening as you think. a bad thing. It is not that you spring semester a breeze, so and the campus benefits greatly part of essay examinations is from your issues. As soon as need to prioritize everything have some confidence as you that it is such a pain to write a Cynthia and I cover all of your Pisces (February 19 - Cancer (June 21 -July 22) – you do in life. You only need to approach the next semester. 10-page paper rather than a 30 March 20) – After your extend- issues, this college will be so Now that the pressure is off, know when to prioritize. Have multiple choice test. much easier to “Thiel” with! ed vacation on cloud nine and C: Yes! I think the worst part of Who’s Who Nominees Announced Below are juniors and sen- Bova, William Bampoe, Carol iors who were nominated for Boyer, Victoria Bartholomew, Katie Who’s Who Among Students in Chang, Shaohua Bender, Nicholas Police Blotter American Universities and Col- Chylik, Madison Callen, Britain leges for academic year 2010. Davin, Laura Colvin, Amanda Selection was made through Dolcini, Sarah Cree, Amber nomination by the Administra- Dubnicay, Elizabeth Devinney, Sean December 4: Alcohol poisoning at 12:30 a.m. on 700 tive Cabinet, Directors, Athletic Dwyer, Danielle Fogel, Jennifer Staff, Student Government Of- Fretts, Duranna Fu, Chen floor of Flo West. ficers, Faculty, and Residence Gable, Michelle Germano, Haley Life Staff. Award certificates Hadden, Matthew Greis, Ellen have been mailed to the select- Harry, Jill Gross, Sheila Alcohol poisoning at 1:40 a.m. on 100 ed students. Heben, Ashley Helmuth, Joshua floor of College Ave. Apt. Selection of students is Hockenberry, Charles Hillwig, Danielle based on Scholarship Ability - Johnson, Lukas Keeling, Douglas Thiel's basis for eligibility is an Keller, Jennifer Kendera, Cody Verbal domestic at 2:00 in Hodge academic cumulative grade Koah, Jessica Kirchhofer, Jaime parking lot. point of 3.0 or better. Nominees Lapcevich, Alivia Kulka, Matthew must also be full-time students, Locke, LaToya LaVolpa, Anthony participate and lead in academic Marianetti, Jeffrey Liu, Ling Public drunkeness at 2:25 a.m. in and extra-curricular activities, Montozzi, Bryan Maust, Teresa Sawhill. exhibit citizenship and service Peigowski, Samantha McAfee, Sarah to the college, and have poten- Peretic, Andrew Mitch, Patrick tial for future achievement. Phillips, Theresa Moore, Elise December 5: Assisted Hempfield Police at 11:00 a.m. The Who’s Who program Rankin, Melissa Moran, Benjamin was designed in 1934 by Rufener, Katie Morlock, Jamie at Walmart. Thiel student arrested for founder H. Pettus Randall II to Saur, Mathew Mullet, Amberlee retail theft. Stolen property recovered on ensure academic achievement Scarpitti, Justin Munz, Justin 300 floor of Harter. was recognized regardless of a Shipley, Stephanie Nagle, Meredith student’s financial ability. Sourbeer, Katie Nypaver, David Scholarships worth $5,000, Sutliff, Stephanie Peck, Heather December 6: Underage drinking at 1:30 a.m. at $3,000, and $2,000 each have Thornburg, Kayla Randolph, Fritz been established and will be Travaglianti, Nicholas Sitko, Elizabeth Sawhill. awarded to ten students, who Troup, Adam Snyder, Heather complete and return their biog- Turek, Kayla Spence, Melissa December 7: Criminal mischief at 3:30 a.m. in Sawhill. raphical form. Vestal, Rebecca Steidl, Abagale Walter, Evan Stimac, Matthew Juniors: Weatherly, Lisa Stump, Rebecca December 10: Assisted Hempfield Police at 1:00 a.m. Ahrens, Ashley Wierzchowski, David Todd, Devin Bartlett, Randy Woodward, Victoria Toohey, Adam Batiz, Emily Workman, Derek Tran, Thao Beck, Benjamin Yorlets, Rachel Wise, Laura Belsito, Jacqlyn Seniors: Woods, Kevin Blackburn, Angela Aiken, Samantha Zoller, Emily SPORTS Page 6 Friday, December 18, 2009 THIELENSIAN The Student Athlete Advisory Committee Supports Thiel Athletics Thiel College Basketball by Elise Moore similar to the Car Smash. discuss other measures to in- by Thiel Athletics Contributing Writer In hopes to increase atten- crease school spirit and to bring dance at athletic events and gain back the pride that every one of In men’s basketball, despite The Student Athlete Adviso- more school spirit within the us should have in the institution a second half run that pulled the ry Committee (S.A.A.C.) has student body, the S.A.A.C. is we attend Tomcats to within three, the been seeking different measures teaming with Imagining Thiel, The S.A.A.C. also partici- Washington & Jefferson Presi- to support our student-athletes the School Spirit and Student pated in volunteering at Thiel’s dents overcame Thiel College, here at Thiel, while trying to in- Activities Committee, in creat- Blood Drive on October 15 as a 78-65, in men’s basketball Sat- crease student involvement at ing a “Gold Rush Club.” community service project. The urday Dec. 12. athletic events. The Gold Rush Club will Presidents’ Athletic Conference Down by nine points with This semester has proved to consist of students receiving S.A.A.C. is also talking about just over 10 minutes to play in be one of the most active for the awards for attending athletic participating as a conference in regulation, junior Devon Adams committee in recent years. events. Every student will re- the Special Olympics held in (Philadelphia, Pa./George Ju- The committee put on a Car ceive their own “Gold Rush Pittsburgh this coming summer nior Republic) kicked off the Smash to raise money for the Club Card.” For every ten of 2010. Joe Onderko, the PAC Tomcats’ 8-3 run with a three- Thiel Tomcats and their quest events that students attend, they Commissioner, has said that this pointer. Blair Rozenblad for the Mercer County Cup and will receive free Thiel Gear. event is always looking for vol- (Youngstown, Ohio/Kennedy beating Grove City on Friday, This will be similar to the unteers and he feels as though it Catholic) hit a free throw and Photo Courtesy of Allen Morrill November 13. We had a bon- Stamp Cards that the S.A.A.C. will look good for the confer- Aundra Jones (Youngstown, fire, hot dogs, smores, and great has done in the past. ence to get involved, since most Ohio/Kennedy Catholic) and Tomcats, 31-21, on the evening, fense that forced 20 turnovers, memories of smashing a car By teaming with Imagine of the schools in the PAC are in Sean Devinney (Arsenal, including a 10 to 6 margin on while holding the Tomcats to a painted in Grove City colors. Thiel, the S.A.A.C. will be able the area. Pa./Central Catholic) each the offensive glass. The Presi- season-low first half shooting The first swing of the car to have the right funding needed The S.A.A.C. wants to re- chipped in jumpers to pull Thiel dents notched 10 second-chance percentage. was taken by President to make the program a success. mind all students that we are within striking distance, 60-57. points in the contest. While the Tomcats fought VanAken, which set the tone for The S.A.A.C. and Imagining here to represent the student- The Presidents’ would come Paul Mathews paced the back in the second half, it the rest of the night. His school Thiel are very excited about this athletes and the school spirit of roaring back to gain their largest W&J offense with 20 points. proved too little, too late as they spirit and enthusiasm was very new initiative and look forward Thiel and any suggestions to lead of the game, 14 points, just Thiel returns to action on couldn't quite keep pace with much appreciated by the to seeing it in motion. improve these aspects are taken five minutes later. Dec. 29th when they take part in the visiting Presidents. S.A.A.C. members and all who Students can anticipate this very seriously. Thiel had three players a tournament at Case Western The Tomcats were led by attended the event. new program which will start We hope that the students reach double-digit scoring to- Reserve. sophomore forward, Ashley We will be looking to im- next semester in full force. and athletes will enjoy the new tals, led by Adams who com- In women’s basketball, the Davis', ten point, five rebound prove this event in the follow- Also, the S.A.A.C. and “Gold Rush Club” initiative and piled a game-high, 21. Rozen- women couldn't make up for a performance, while Kelly ing years, attempting to gain Imagining Thiel have been take pride in the Tomcats of blad tossed in 14 in just nine first half shooting performance Barzack contributed nine points school spirit by having events meeting together regularly to Thiel College. minutes of work, while senior of 21 percent as they lost, 42- and six rebounds. Cory Chaffee (Erie, Pa./Villa 67, to the Presidents of Wash- The women return to action Mark Ingram Announced as Maria Academy) notched 13 ington and Jefferson College. Saturday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. points. The Thiel offense sputtered when the Hiram College Terri- Heisman Trophy Winner W&J out-rebounded the in the face of a Presidents' de- ers come to Greenville. by Dave Henry ended with 1,145 votes. Nebras- no touchdowns) virtually ended Contributing Writer ka defensive tackle Ndamukong any chance of the honor. Texas Suh, predicted as the number did manage to win 13-12 and Many NCAA Records Broken Mark Ingram, sophomore one overall pick in the 2010 secure a spot in the BCS Na- running back for the Alabama NFL draft, accounted for 815 tional Championship Game vs. by Dave Henry touchdowns. Spiller will have Crimson Tide, was announced ballots. Previous Heisman win- Alabama. Contributing Writer his number 28 retired at Clem- the winner of the Heisman tro- ner Florida quarterback Tim Ndamukong Suh led Ne- son following the conclusion of phy on Saturday, December Tebow rounded out the top 5 braska with 82 tackles and 12 No sport is filled with as this season. 12th. with 390 votes. sacks and was the winner of the much excitement, emotion, and Two other less known but Ingram, who finished with Arguably the most surpris- Nagurski Award. Suh almost anticipation as college football. very talented players to break 1,304 total points, narrowly ing story of the year was Toby singlehandedly helped the While fans have focused all national records this year were edged out Stanford running Gerhart, who led the nation in Cornhuskers upset number 3 attention on the bowl schedules, Ricky Dobbs, quarterback of back Toby Gerhart in the closest both rushing yards at 1,736 and Texas with a 12 tackle, 4.5 sack the national championship the Navy Midshipmen, and Heisman voting in the awards’ rushing touchdowns with 26. performance. Nebraska finished game, and the Heisman winner, Dan LeFever, quarterback of 75 year history. His efforts helped Stanford to at 9-4 and will face Arizona in there have been quietly dozens the Central Michigan Chippe- Ingram rushed for 1,542 an 8-4 mark and second place in the Pacific Life Holiday Bowl. of NCAA records broken this was. yards and scored 18 total touch- the Pac-10. The Cardinals Last year’s Heisman trophy season. Dobbs surpassed the single downs as the Crimson Tide end- earned a berth in the Sun Bowl recipient Tim Tebow, the SEC With expectations so impos- season rushing touchdowns by ed the regular season at an un- vs. Oklahoma. all time leader in rushing touch- sibly high, several players have a quarterback total, as he ran defeated 13-0 and a number one Colt McCoy was a presea- downs, finished with 3,274 total taken this opportunity to show for a record 24th in a 17-3 vic- national ranking. He is the first son favorite to win the nation’s yards and 31 touchdowns. De- the nation how good they really tory over rival Army. This Heisman winner in Alabama’s top player award and compiled spite several average games, are. Photo Courtesy of Google record was previously held by school history. 3,860 total yards and 29 touch- Tebow led the Gators to a 12-1 On Oct. 31st, Florida Gators C.J. Spiller Heisman winner Tim Tebow. In second place, Gerhart re- downs. However, his poor record. Florida will play an un- quarterback Tim Tebow ran for LeFever broke the NCAA ceived 1,276 points, while showing against Nebraska (184 defeated Cincinnati in the Sugar his 50th and 51st rushing touch- C.J. Spiller, running back career touchdown mark with a Texas quarterback Colt McCoy passing yards, 3 interceptions, Bowl. down, breaking Herschel Walk- for the Clemson Tigers and run- 14 yard scoring toss on Decem- er’s SEC career record. Florida ner up for the 2009 Heisman ber 4th vs. Ohio. The touch- demolished rival Georgia 41- candidacy, set at least three na- down gave him 148, surpassing 17, and Tebow currently sits at tional records this season. He both Colt Brennan of Hawaii Check Out the Counseling Center’s Blog 56 career rushing scores. become the all time leader in and Graham Harrell of Texas Another annual Heisman kickoffs returned for touch- Tech. Central Michigan won the on the Thiel Web page! contender, Texas Longhorns downs (7) when he scored on an MAC title over Ohio 20-10. quarterback Colt McCoy 88 yard return on November There is no doubt that the eclipsed the NCAA mark of 28th in a 34-17 loss to South 2009 season was a memorable wins by registering his 43th ca- Carolina. one. With so many records bro- Your Source for Surviving College reer victory on November 22nd The Clemson hall of famer ken, bowl games to be played, in a 51-20 rout of Kansas. Mc- also become only the 5th player and a national champion to be Coy also set an NCAA record in NCAA history to pass the decided, any fan should be en- for both attempts (58) and com- 7,000 all purpose yards mile- couraged to watch the rest of pletions (41) in a single game, a stone. In a losing effort, he set this wild year run its course. victory at Ohio State. He cur- the ACC championship mark on Who knows, with as many as 34 rently now has 45 career wins December 5th vs. Georgia Tech, games to be played, history may as a starter. rushing for 233 yards and 4 yet be rewritten.

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