THETHIELENSIAN the student-run newspaper of Thiel College in Greenville, PA Volume 126 Issue 10 March 12, 2010 At a glance... Online Shopping is Here to Stay

by Lauren Whetzel prices simply by opening a online or at the store. For ex- The biggest risk of shop- Events Asst. Editor new Web site and pulling up ample, if one finds an item in ping online, however, is Page 2: competitors sites. a store, they can scan it and identity theft. Many people No longer are consumers Additionally, many com- then see if the store offers it are very hesitant to give their limited to the drudgery of panies do not have store lo- for the best price. If not, they credit card information over Thiel Players to Perform commuting to the store, cations in every city to suit have the option to buy the the Internet when finalizing “She Loves Me” fighting off other shoppers to everybody’s needs. Shop- product online. their purchases. get that last product or wait- ping electronically is espe- For all of its conven- According to the Javelin ing in long lines to get their cially convenient for buying iences, however, online Strategy & Research 2010 Communicating purchases rung up. With the items out of your location. shopping presents its own in- Identity Fraud Survey Re- Concerns and Feelings click of a mouse, you can do Stores such as Apple and conveniences and risks. First, port, the number of identity all your shopping from the Neiman Marcus are typically you do not have the luxury of fraud victims in the United Classical Guitarist Peter privacy of your home at your only found in bigger cities’ trying the item on or inspect- States jumped in 2009 by 12 own convenience. shopping centers, which do ing it prior to buying it. This percent from the previous Fletcher in Concert at With gas prices not at not serve those who live makes it more complicated to year to 11.1 million adults, Holy Trinity their lowest and people’s hours away. Stores, such as buy personal items that fit the highest increase since the wallets a bit more scarce than Apple, have a great demand correctly or to verify the survey was first conducted in Sigma Kappa Welcomes usual, online shopping has for their appealing products, quality of a used product, if 2003. The survey also found Photo by Google Images Six Sisters into began revolutionizing the and their Web site enables bought on Web sites such as an increase in computer- concept of shopping. In fact, people to save gas and time eBay and Amazon. based crimes, indicating that when providing payment in- Their Family many companies carry exclu- by taking advantage of pur- While you can purchase thieves are increasingly tak- formation. When you are sive items on their Web sites chasing items through the in an instant, your items may ing advantage of online asked to provide payment in- “Schindler” and offer special online pro- web. take days, even weeks, to ar- channels. formation, the beginning of motions, all which give their Online shopping has even rive depending on the depart- "For many consumers, the Web site's URL address customers incentives to make reached a new level with ing location. Also, many peo- filling out forms and provid- should change from http to Country Music Show their purchases via the Inter- iPhone applications such as ple also become very ing sensitive personal infor- shttp or https, indicating that net. RedLaser, which allows you impatient when the speed of mation has become almost the purchase is encrypted or Online shopping is per- to use Google product search the computer is not cooperat- second nature, but it's impor- secured. Student Life fect for those seeking to save to find online prices. With ing, resulting in purchasing tant to be alert and aware of Also, it is vital to use a a few dollars. Rather than this application, one is able errors or just personal frus- the potential risks online," private computer when pro- Page 3: having to run around the mall to compare prices, see which tration. said Shelley Solheim, direc- viding private information – comparing the costs of items, store has the best deal, and Because of such mistakes, tor of financial education for such as your credit card – you can now easily compare whether or not to purchase it returning online merchandise Capital One. "Identity theft electronically. If you are ZTA Spaghetti Dinner is much more complicated and fraud are threats that can away from home, do not save electronically. While some impact anyone -- no one is private information onto Alpha Xi Delta’s Xi Sale vendors may allow you to re- immune. Know who you are computers used by the public turn items to their land dealing with online, and nev- and be sure to log out com- stores, many require you to er give out personal informa- pletely from your accounts. Habitat for Humanity send it back from where it tion to someone you don't Despite these risks, online Helps Mobile, Ala. was shipped. Even if the re- know." and traditional shopping are fund is approved, one should The most important thing both here to stay. The major An Unknown Room to expect anywhere from two to keep in mind when online chain stores recognize this weeks to the next billing cy- electronically is to only use and most have e-shopping Many: The Commuter cle for the card to be credited the secure online shopping options on their company Lounge back. Even worse, in case the sites. According to this study, Web sites. Whether online vendor does not approve the to ensure that your informa- shopping is the right choice Spin into Shape this refund or there is a billing er- tion is protected when shop- for you depends on the rep- utability of the company, the Spring ror, the corporate office be- ping online, look for an un- comes the party to settle the broken key or padlock at the type of items you want, and matter. bottom of your Web browser how comfortable you are Staff Recommendations Photo by Google Images with the process. Opinion Thiel Experiences College Names Page 4: Franken Renewed Sense of Vice President for DJ Recomends... School Spirit Academic Affairs Video Games for Miles by Angela Blackburn VanAken mad, and I wanted This special involvement Events Editor to help him show our oppo- isn’t new to this semester. Thiel College announced Is Stomp Dancing Only nents that we can beat them. Many people will remember that Dr. Lynn Franken has We’ve got spirit, yes we I liked that VanAken was so the Halloween events that Reserved for Blacks? do! We’ve got spirit, how been appointed vice presi- enthusiastic about Thiel’s Thiel staff and faculty dent for academic affairs and ‘bout you? Thiel College has sports teams, and I enjoyed worked so hard on for the been taken over with an dean of the college, a posi- Thiel With It that he encouraged students students’ enjoyment. tion she will assume effec- overwhelming amount of to show our school pride so “It was a good initiative student involvement and tive July 1. that Bethany’s president on behalf of VanAken to en- “Dr. Franken is a person Horoscopes school pride. What exactly is could eat his words,” Ahrens courage student involvement behind this burst of spirit? of integrity and creativity said. on campus and a chance for with a passion for the liberal Some students have al- In an effort to get students students to experience an Page 5: ways attended sporting arts tradition and the student- to fill the stands, VanAken event that hopefully exempli- centered ethos of Thiel Col- events or Thiel Activities offered motivation; if the fied the type of campus ac- Board events; however, as of lege,” said Dr. Troy D. Opinion Poll: Are you stands were filled, he would tivities yet to come,” said Ju- VanAken, Thiel College late, there has been increas- hold a wing eating contest nior Scott Prinsen who excited about ing encouragement and moti- president. “She brings a with students. He didn’t stop worked the event. unique set of abilities and ex- Greek Week? vation, not only from faculty there; the president came to Thiel Activities Board has and staff, but also from periences that will enable her lunch in the cafeteria don- made a bigger effort to get to make a significant impact Aud Rat Facts: Thiel’s President, Dr. Troy ning Buffalo skin. He adver- students involved as well. VanAken. on Thiel’s future growth.” St. Patrick’s Day tised his desire for “Buffalo Barbara Blue, director of stu- Franken has decades of Students can generally Hunting” in regards to that dent life, has worked to find expect an email from either experience in higher educa- evening’s game. out what it is tion, including responsibili- Thiel Cribs: Spring Break the Dean of Students Mike On Feb. 13, 2010, that the student body wants. McKinney, or directly from ties in both teaching and ad- VanAken attended the men’s “This year we worked ministration. She currently is Police Blotter VanAken informing them of and women’s basketball closely with S.A.A.C. to put upcoming events on campus. a senior fellow with the As- games along with the student on halftime events to win sociation of American Col- For example, the men’s body. This game was impor- prizes. Students requested, Photo by Joyce Carr basketball team’s White-Out leges and Universities. Previ- Dr. Lynn Franken tant for the female athletes as on the Student Satisfaction ously, she was vice president Sports Game was a widely adver- was National Women and Survey, to have larger scale cies and budget; the manage- tised event. Junior Ashley for academic affairs and dean Girls in Sports Day. events. The concert is our of the college at Beloit Col- ment and administration of Page 6: Ahrens works in the Admis- Sophomore Alex Johnson main focus this year. Sean key academic support servic- sions Office. After talking to lege in Wisconsin from 2005 attended the game with his Kingston will be performing to 2009 and dean of the Ed- es including the library; and VanAken, she was in- fraternity brothers. March 20, 2010 at 9:00 p.m. implementation of the aca- Johnston-Bloom Named spired to not only attend the wards College of Humanities Men’s Lacrosse Coach “It was neat to see so at the Passavant Center. and Fine Arts at Coastal Car- demic aspects of the strategic game against the Bethany many people there support- We’ve started Open Mic plan. Franken also will coor- Bisons, but also to spread the olina University in South ing the teams on the week- Nights this year, as well as a Carolina from 2000 to 2005. dinate with the College Ad- Two Lady Tomcat news. end. I really liked that Wellness Program that in- vancement Office to secure “He told me that Franken began her career in Basketball Players Notch VanAken passed out newspa- cludes larger intramurals, higher education at Butler external funding and grants Bethany’s president was pers to the students there, so Zumba, and ballroom danc- for the college. PAC Honors bragging and rubbing it in University in Indiana, culmi- that when the other team was ing lessons. We’re planning nating there in 2000 as chair “It is an honor to have that Thiel had lost the last announced we could pretend on keeping the same sort of been selected as Thiel Col- time we played each other. I of the Department of Eng- Tomcat Baseball Goes we were reading them. It agenda next year and to keep lish. lege’s new vice president for to Florida went to the game because I was awesome to see him so meeting the students’ needs,” academic affairs/dean of the could see that it made Franken holds a doctorate involved,” he said. Blue said. in English literature from the college,” said Franken. “I am Thiel Softball University of Texas at Austin looking forward to working with President VanAken and Spring Break This Saturday, March 13, is the Chi Omega’s annual Dance-A-Thon and master’s and bachelor’s for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. degrees in English from all who serve the college as Texas Tech University. we move toward the bright Corey Brown Does it It will be from 5 p.m.- 12 a.m. in the Glenn Johnson Center. Everyone is As VPAA and dean of the future that lies ahead for Again college, Franken will be re- Thiel.” welcome to attend, both from Thiel and the outside community. There is an Originally from Austin, entry fee. It is $3 for students with a college ID, $8 for adults, $4 for children, sponsible for the coordina- tion, development, integrity Texas, Franken currently Athlete of the Week: and $15 for a family of 4-5 people (any additional person over the five is an and quality of all academic lives in Beloit. She has three Corey Brown additional $1). This is one of our biggest events and it helps us to raise money programs; the administration adult sons, Robert, Charles and gather toys to help grant the wish of a child with a life threatening illness. of academic and faculty poli- and Erik. EVENTS Page 2 Friday, March 12, 2010 THIELENSIAN Communicating Thiel Players to Perform Concerns and “She Loves Me” “Schindler” Feelings The curtain rises on the er’s secret pen pal met tomers is played by Beth The American Cancer So- Thiel Players’ spring produc- through lonely-hearts ads. Martin, Abby Kusserow and Feb. 24-April 7, 2010 ciety in collaboration with tion, “She Loves Me” April This musical was the inspira- Kayla Turek and assorted 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Friday Thiel College announces a 8-10 in the college’s William tion for the motion picture customers and carolers are Langenheim Memorial Library free educational program en- A. Robinson Theater. “You’ve Got Mail.” played by Yoori Kim, Chanel titled: “Communicating Based on the play “Par- The Thiel Players is Jenkins, Theresa Phillips, This traveling exhibition from the United States Concerns & Feelings”. Facilitated by Professor fumerie” and the film “The Thiel’s student theater troupe Laura Graham, Eyojin Park Holocaust Memorial Museum tells the story of Oskar Shop Around the Corner,” and the cast includes Thiel and Christina Ellis. Donna Barton, the program the plot of this classic musi- students Bryan Montozzi, Show times are at 8 p.m. Schindler, the German-Catholic industrialist and will examine the emotions cal takes place at Christmas- Joey Hertzog, Desiree and there is no admission rescuer of Jews during the Holocaust who was the associated with a cancer di- time and revolves around Perkins, Cody Kendera, fee. subject of the film Schindler’s List agnosis and how those feel- Budapest perfume shop em- Evan Ditty, Quincy Harris, Donations will be accept- ings affect a person’s rela- ployees George Nowack and Jamie Kirchhofer, Annie ed after the show to support tionships with others; to Amalia Balash who, despite Camp, Brandon McCormick, future Thiel Players produc- Free and open to the public define communication and being consistently at odds Hubert McCarthy and Mari- tions. Information: 724-589-2106 or www.thiel.edu/cbi clarify its importance; and to with each other at work, are ca Turan. For reservations for “She introduce skills to improve unaware that each is the oth- A musical trio of cus- Loves Me,” call ext. 2029. communication among pa- tients, family members, and health care providers. Classical Guitarist Peter Fletcher The Tuesday March 23 in Concert at Holy Trinity program will be offered from 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at the Friends of Music at Holy site at monics, his cadences.” Campus Library in the rare Trinity concert series pres- holytrinitygreenville.org. Fletcher believes in carry- books room. Registration is ents Peter Fletcher, a Classi- Peter Fletcher began gui- ing on the Segovia tradition recommended. To register cal guitarist from New York tar study at age 7 with John of expanding the compara- call: 724-654-5577. City at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Sutherland. In 1980, classical tively small classical guitar “I Can Cope” is a series of March 21. guitarist José Tomás, Andrés repertoire. educational classes for peo- This is the final concert of Segovia’s teaching assistant He plans to do this by ple who are facing cancer in- the fifteenth season of in Spain, held a week-long transcribing from other in- cluding patients, families Friends of Music at Holy master class in Atlanta, Ga. struments (mainly the piano) and friends. Health care pro- Trinity. The concert is free Fletcher was the youngest and by commissioning new fessionals provide informa- and open to the public. student to perform in the music. tion, encouragement, and An opportunity for a free- class, and played music by Friends of Music at Holy practical advice about living will offering will be provided Bach and Carcassi. Trinity combines the Music with cancer. All classes are to those who wish to support In 1983 he made his for- and Outreach Ministries of held in a supportive and car- the series. mal debut, at age 15, under Holy Trinity Lutheran ing environment and are co- Holy Trinity Lutheran the auspices of The Church to present live per- sponsored by a local hospital Church is located at the cor- Brasstown Concert Associa- formances of quality music or health care institution. ner of Penn Avenue and Clin- tion in North Carolina. that enrich the lives of the The American Cancer So- ton Street and is accessible to The critic of The Chero- congregation and the com- ciety is the nationwide com- persons with disabilities and kee Scout wrote, “He has munity. munity-based voluntary mobility issues through the technical facility but what It is the congregation’s health organization dedicat- doors on Clinton Street. one remembers about his desire to be a caring neighbor ed to eliminating cancer as a For more information, playing is the nuances, the and to share the Lutheran tra- major health problem by pre- call the church office at 724- poetical phrasing, dynamic dition and appreciation of venting cancer, saving lives 588-8870 or visit the Web and tonal changes, his har- fine music. and diminishing suffering from cancer through re- Sigma Kappa Welcomes Six search, education, advocacy and service. Sisters into Their Family Don’t Forget to For up-to-date cancer in- Participate in formation 24 hours a day, by Sarah DiFrango seven days a week, call 1- Contributing Writer RecycleMania 800-ACS-2345 or visit www.cancer.org. Recently, you may have no- ticed many women around About the Thielensian ... campus dressed in all white. The Thielensian is Thiel This was because Sigma College’s student-run news- Kappa was preparing for a paper, funded by the Student special ceremony for its new Government Association. The Thielensian Staff members. It is a very old tra- Our mission is to serve the dition for the sisters to dress campus community by pub- Editor in Chief in all white for these occa- lishing timely, fair and rele- sions. On Thursday, Feb. 18, in vant news, sports and feature Alivia Lapcevich Greenville Hall, six new stories and other information, members were welcomed and to provide a lively forum into Sigma Kappa Sorority for student expression and the Assistant Editor opinion of others on campus. through their New Member Lauren Whetzel Pinning Ceremony. Photo Provided by Sarah DiFrango The Thielensian encour- A sorority holds a very spe- New members Jennifer Fogel, Rachel Doran, Chelsea Spahr, ages letters to the editor of cial bond between the sisters, Caity Ferry, Julie Harrison, Imari Nystrom 300 words or less by tradi- Layout & Design Editor and the six new members got tional mail and preferably by to experience the beginning gives me a chance to show to share the age-old tradi- e-mail. Letters must be Joshua LaFace the new members how high tions that have been passed of their journey on this day. signed (no pseudonyms, The new members are and important our ideals and down for a long time. Imari Nystrom, Caity Ferry, traditions are. Watching Bringing in new members please) and a phone number Events Editor Julie Harrison, Rachel Do- them grow as women and to the sorority is what keeps must be provided for verifica- ran, Chelsea Spahr, and Jen- teaching them what Sigma the traditions of Sigma Kap- tion. Angela Blackburn nifer Fogel. Kappa is all about through pa alive. Letters must be free from This day is a very exciting the learning process is very “I am very excited to be offensive language, personal one for existing members of rewarding,” Gabrelcik said. starting the Promise Program attacks, obvious errors in Staff Writers Sigma Kappa. The new members will go to become a member of Sig- fact, and libelous or potential- Sophomore Nina Gabrel- through a new member peri- ma Kappa. As a senior, I ly libelous statements. Letters Danielle Dwyer cik, who is vice president of od for six weeks and follow never had much of an interest are subject to editing for new member education, is in what is known as the in joining a sorority until this length and clarity, and we re- Nicole Lemmon Promise Program where they year. I am so happy to have charge of the Promise Pro- serve the right to reject any gram. will learn the ideals and stan- this opportunity to make so “Sigma Kappa is some- dards of Sigma Kappa. many new friends and have letter. Laura Kaye Stemm thing that is very special to This is an exciting time for new experiences before I Guest columns, letters or me, so having this position all of the members to be able graduate,” Fogle said. other opinions expressed in Staff Columnists the Thielensian are the views of the writer and don’t neces- Audrey Rattay Attention Graduating Seniors! sarily reflect those of the staff and adviser or the college. 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If you have not received the form, please obtain one in 103 River Park Drive the Records office. New Castle, PA 16101 Telephone: 724-654-6651 STUDENT LIFE Page 3 Friday, March 12, 2010 THIELENSIAN ZTA Spaghetti Dinner Alpha Xi Delta’s Xi Sale by Joshua Laface Layout Editor by Angela Blackburn Events Editor On Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010, Thiel College’s Zeta Wednesday, Feb. 24, Tau Alpha Chapter hosted its 2010, brought with it Alpha first annual “Food for the Xi Delta’s annual Xi Sale. If Fight” spaghetti dinner at the anyone was interested in Holy Lutheran Church. This buying a sister, all were wel- event raised money for the come to come to the Luther- sorority’s national philan- an Heritage Room of the thropy, breast cancer aware- Howard Miller Student Cen- ness and education. ter at 9:30 p.m. that Wednes- Throughout four hours, Photo by Audrey Rattay day. Thiel students, faculty, and The ZTA sisters at the “Food for the Fight” event The Masters of Cere- Greenville community mem- monies were Men of the Year bers filled the church’s base- event’s Chinese Auction and ful,” senior Jamie Morlock (MOTY), senior Justin Munz bake sale. Giant Eagle, Sub- said. “We raised more money Photo by Angela Blackburn ment to have an all-you-can- and sophomore Evan Ditty. Heather Bean and Wes Siko at the Xi Sale eat Olive Garden dinner for way, Pat Catan’s, and Cus- than ever before.” “I had a great time help- an affordable price. tom Corner’s Sports were a In the past, Zeta Tau Al- ing raise money for some of my fingers and hoped that The nerves got even worse “I really appreciated the few businesses that donated. pha has held penny drives my best friends by auction- someone would buy me for a when I heard my name called people who came to the “Thanks to all the local and the football and basket- ing them off; especially since decent price.” first. But, Taylor Morrison event, but I wished for more businesses that donated Chi- ball “pink-out” games. These they’re the best group of girls The sale started by auc- ended up buying me and I Greek support,” senior nese Auction prizes and events did not raise nearly as on campus,” Munz said. tioning off the sorority’s felt instantly relieved,” she Rachel Wrona said. food,” freshman Audrey Rat- much money as the “Food As one of the newest newest members, Becca said. Only a few of Thiel’s cur- tay said. “It will be an annual for the Fight.” MOTYs, senior Wes Siko Quinet, Jordan Smith, Allie Jill Spino, Alpha Xi rent Greek organizations fundraiser, and we are look- “[The spaghetti dinner] opted to be auctioned off. He Posteraro, Laura Graham, Delta’s financial vice presi- were present. ing forward to next year.” was a great success and dressed for the occasion in a Chelsea Meister and Megg dent, planned the event. Zeta Tau Alpha served The planning and prepa- every one of my sisters gave green dress shirt, black flood Andrews. The auction con- “I was very excited about bread, soup, salad, and pasta ration of the members of the one hundred percent,” junior pants, a tie, and suspenders. tinued, going from youngest the turnout for the sale. Al- that were donated from local Zeta Beta Chapter was Zeta Morgan Panka said. Wes was excited for the to oldest. pha Xi Delta appreciates all businesses and restaurants. Tau Alpha surly was worth it. Junior Alex Reed attend- night and said, “I took spe- Sophomore Becca Quinet those who came to support Of those businesses, Olive The members raised about ed the event. “The food was cial measures to prepare for was nervous but excited. “It us. It was a very successful Garden donated all of the $2,700 for their breast cancer delicious, and I am proud of the Xi Sale. I shined my was definitely an interesting fundraiser for us, the most pasta and sauce. Local busi- philanthropy. Zeta Tau Alpha for support- shoes, spent extra time on experience. I was nervous profitable Xi Sale yet!” The nesses also donated gift cards “The event was very ing such an awesome cause,” my hair, and wore my lucky going up there; especially majority of sisters were sold and baked goods for the stressful, but it was success- he said. suspenders. Then I crossed that no one would bid on me. and in attendance. Habitat for Humanity An Unknown Room to Many: Helps Mobile, Ala. The Commuter Lounge by Erica Riola and Morgan Panka by Nicole Lemmon celled last minute, most com- on campus nearly as much as Contributing Writers Staff Writer muter students may think resident students are. that they have just made an With the Commuter Habitat for Humanity re- For more than 200 com- unnecessary trip to campus, Lounge, students can get to cently made its annual muter students attending wasting gas and putting know other commuters, build Spring Break Trip. Thiel College each year, miles on their car, but with friendships, and make mem- This year the destination Thiel has made the luxury of the Commuter Lounge, the ories. was Mobile, Ala., and the having a Commuter Lounge students can sit in peace and The room has even served group consisted of thirteen available. The only issue quiet, studying and complet- as a “home away from students and two chaperones. with this nice addition is ing homework while they home” for some commuters, The trip began on Feb. 28 most of these students are not wait for their next class. while they have hosted birth- and ended late on Mar. 6. even aware this room exists. Only about 20 students day parties, decorated for Thanks to the generosity Located on the third floor are known to use the Com- holidays, and had mini-par- of the First Baptist Church, of the Howard Miller Student muter Lounge, but it is open ties with friends who may the group was able to stay on Photo by Erica Riola Center, the lounge is com- to all commuters. live on campus. Overall, the plete with a bathroom, The students who have Commuter Lounge is a great its campus. Here the group overall, the group controlled in the 60s. was able to make meals and couch, table and chairs, re- been using it the past few amenity of the college of themselves and got serious Many of the members had frigerator, and much more. years have really grown to which very few know. relax after long work days. when it came down to it. the chance to work on proj- At the beginning of the Since some students trav- know each other and have If you are a commuter They moved to caulking ects that they had never tried el more than 30 minutes to become great friends. student and would like to see week, the group had a free beams, painting the porches, before and had a great time day, which was used to visit attend classes, having this It may be a little more the lounge or obtain a key to putting up columns, and learning new skills from the room available is a conven- complicated for a commuter the room, information is the Gulf. Then, it was time to wrapping the house with fa- Habitat pros. The trip was a get down to business. ience in many ways. When a to get to know their class- available in the Student Life cia metal. great experience combining class may happen to be can- mates because they are not office of the HMSC. The group started work- The trip was a great suc- service with a fun time. ing on location bright and cess. Everyone did an amaz- It also gave the group the early at 8 a.m. on Tuesday ing job and put their best ef- opportunity to make so great and ended at 4 p.m. They forts into the jobs at hand. new friends. started painting the walls and They got a lot accomplished A special thanks to the the ceilings at the beginning in a short period of time, and Habitat volunteers and chap- of the week. There was a lot they were lucky to have erones for making this trip so of fun on the work site. Some some great weather that was wonderful. were covered in paint, but Staff Recommendations Spin into Shape This Spring by Lauren Whetzel What the staff is excited about this issue: Asst. Editor Cross-training is nothing new in the fitness world. In fact, fitness profession- Alivia: “I recommend going on a spontaneous trip down to als urge people to bike, run, Pittsburgh. There is a lot to do and some time away swim, and lift as part of their from town could be important.” normal fitness program to help the entire body stay in shape. Lauren: “I recommend supporting our spring athletic teams But what about going on at their home matches.” an intense hour-long indoor bike ride? Joshua: “I recommend walks through the town. The Imagine an upbeat, high calorie burning cycle ride weather’s becoming amazing.” through various types of ter- Photo by Google Images rain, completed indoors in Angela: “I recommend “My Life As Liz.” It's the one decent one hour or less. If you are resistance settings on the and jumps, whereas slower show on MTV.” looking to vary your workout bike, this exercise makes for songs are reserved for hilly or even begin an exercise a total body workout. terrain. program, spinning is a great Senior Lindsay Whetzel "What I love about group DJ: “I'm currently playing Bioshock 2, and it's well worth form of aerobic exercise. is an avid cyclist who has setting classes like this is you it.” With bathing suit season been attending spinning can have low-intensity and right around the corner, those classes for more than five high-intensity people riding using Thiel’s fitness facility years. She is also a runner, next to each other, and they Miles: “I recommend Rice Krispie Treats. You really can’t are certainly starting to see but says that spinning is a still feed off each other,” go wrong with those.” the equipment become less great way to switch her Whetzel said. available throughout the day. workouts up to keep her The great thing about a Some people, however, are body from “getting used to a spinning class is that each in- Audrey: “I recommend rekindling friendships that may have still seeking motivation to particular form of exercise.” structor’s class may be com- been lost over time. Life is too short and get into shape because they Spinning classes are of- pletely different, targeting unpredictable to hold grudges. Live your life to the are turned off by the thought fered by most health and fit- different muscle groups in fullest and don't let little things get in the way of of traditional cardiovascular ness clubs and are led by cer- each class. Depending on the exercise machines. tified instructors who personal amount of effort happiness.” Spinning is actually pret- motivate participants in the given in each class by a par- ty self-explanatory; you ped- class. The class’ bike ride ticipant, you can burn 600- Nicole: “I recommend taking advantage of the deal at Pizza al your heart out on a station- typically depends on the mu- 1000 calories in about 45 Hut: any pizza, any size, any topping for $10. You ary bike. Although you are sic it accompanies, which is minutes of doing this activi- not physically traveling any- typically upbeat dance music ty. can't beat it!” where, rest assured that each and genres which suit the Contact your local fitness ride is improving your members of the class. Fast center today and try a spin- physique. With the different tempo songs are typically ning class; most offer a free types of hand positions and used for sprints, arm presses trial session to test it out. OPINION SECTION Page 4 Friday, March 12, 2010 THIELENSIAN DJ Recommends... Video Games for Miles by Miles Wilburn more fast-paced shooter then tonics that enhance stealth by DJ Martino ment, who is not exactly knowledge that remakes at- Staff Columnist I suggest a different game. abilities, like quieter foot- Staff Columnist thrilled to have a soldier in tempt to go above and be- Although not necessarily steps, etc. her area. After a quick de- yond their predecessors, and Bioshock 2 is the sequel to slow, Bioshock 2 delivers a The control of the game is Hello again, movie fans! briefing, he is told to lie many times, they fail. How- the critically acclaimed very atmospheric game that still great although slower Rather than choosing movies down in a small chamber, ever, The Crazies did a great Bioshock. helps the player appreciate than some shooters, but the that are newly released, I de- and he is linked to his avatar. job of presenting a new spin Bioshock had the player Rapture through various tape AI is great. However, cided to go to the theaters to In this process, his mind is on a classic story. enter the world of Rapture. recorders left behind by vari- Bioshock 2 allows even find some winners. I have temporarily transferred to his This movie takes place in Ruled by industrialist An- ous residents of Rapture. I more replayability because some great recommendations avatar, and he virtually be- a stereotypical small, farm- drew Ryan, Rapture was de- recommend playing the first of the newly added multi- for anyone interested in a fun comes the avatar. There’s ing town. There are barns veloped in 1960 to be a place Bioshock prior to playing the player. trip to the movies. For this just one complication: his and rednecks galore, and where the individual could second game because many As a resident of Rapture issue, I am recommending avatar, unlike Jake, can walk. they have a problem: people do whatever it was that they characters are mentioned and during a city civil war, Sin- Avatar and The Crazies. He slowly becomes obsessed are going crazy. There is a wished. However, genetic leave recordings behind. clair Solutions, a company Avatar with his new body, and he mysterious disease spreading modification became very The game does change that develops plasmids, has Have you ever wished tries to integrate into the so- that causes the infected to be- popular and unrestricted. Ex- some problems that the orig- hired the player to test out you could be someone else? ciety of the native people, come irrationally violent, perimentation began to eat inal had. First, Delta can new plasmids on various en- Maybe you’ve wanted to called the Na’vi. killing without remorse. away at the Rapture resi- both use plasmids and shoot emies. The player can cus- leave your body for just a Then, it really gets good. The sheriff of the town re- dents’(called splicers) sanity at the same time. Also, the tomize their resident, decide day and live in someone The scientists really like the alizes that a disease is behind causing them to kill each player can use the Big Dad- what they wear, and what else’s shoes. Well, Avatar is progress Jake has made with it and attempts to get to the other. The corruption got so dy’s drill, which is incredibly guns and plasmids they use. a great way to see what it the Na’vi, and they ask him source of the sickness. Be- bad that little girls called Lit- fun. Gone is the camera Game modes include “Team might be like to be someone to become an official mem- fore he can make much tle Sisters began to roam to from the first game, which Deathmatch,” “Death- else. ber of the tribe in order to progress, the military shows city collecting the much made the player take pictures match,” but the best is “Cap- Jake Sully, the main char- study them further. Howev- up and quarantines the entire sought after genetic material of Splicers,and Big Daddies ture the Sister.” Players are acter, is a soldier recently ar- er, the military officials ask town. Anyone attempting to called ADAM from corpses. and is replaced by a video divided into two teams that riving on the planet Pandora him to become a member of escape without proper mili- ADAM allows the user of recorder that grades you must capture a little sister. It (ominous, eh?), and he is the tribe in order to find their tary clearance is shot on certain genetic modifica- based on combat techniques is a demented capture the faced with a serious handi- weaknesses. sight. The town devolves tions, called plasmids, to and damage done. flag, but it is both fun and cap: he is crippled from the The movie is an emotion- into a chaotic whirlwind of shoot sparks from their Plasmids are back and bet- funny. As the player levels waist down. In his state, he al, action-packed tale of violence, and the sheriff and hands, levitate objects, and ter than ever as they will give in multiplayer, they will un- is unable to perform the du- Jake’s inner struggle to his wife are caught in the even summon insects. The perks according to what level lock more plasmids and guns ties required of most sol- choose where his loyalties center of it. After a few igno- Little Sisters are protected by they are. For example, the in- that Sinclair Solutions offers. diers, but he is determined to lie. I guarantee that you will rant hicks attack the medical metallic guards called Big sect swarm will summon a Bioshock 2 is a great game overcome his station. He is enjoy watching the story of station, the military leaves Daddies, but why? Bioshock horde of insects that damage as long as you enjoy atmos- asked to participate in a pro- Pandora. I can’t recommend and ignores those remaining 2 will answer this question as the enemy. When it is at its phere over speed. It does gram called “avatar.” For this highly enough, so hurry in the town. well as many others. top level, upon killing the provide some disturbing and this program, the candidate’s up and see Avatar today! The movie is a thrilling In Bioshock 2, the player enemy, the insects will lie in intense shooting action. DNA is fused with that of The Crazies tale of the plight of the sher- controls the first big daddy wait in the corpse until an- With a plot that entices the Pandora’s natives. Then, a I was told to see The Cra- iff and his wife. Enduring ever created, named Delta, other enemy passes by, then player, it will be hard to body is grown from this zies by several of my friends, much emotional trauma, they ten years after the events in they will attack. leave Rapture without hav- DNA, one that is identical in and I discovered that many try to escape the town before the original Bioshock. The Tonics still exist in the ing your morals tested as the appearance to the natives, people didn’t know that this they are killed. Again, this is game has many twists and as game that allows the player game requires the player to but shares subtle similarities is a remake. Yes, The Cra- worth seeing, especially if said before, answers many to enhance certain tech- make a choice. But what will to the person whose DNA it zies was a rather old horror you’ve seen the original. So, questions that both Bioshock niques. For example, if the you do? Will you enter, re- was derived from. movie that was remade into before school makes you lose and Bioshock 2 will give. player wants to be stealthier, enter Rapture, or will you Jake is greeted by the what you see today. This be- your mind, go out and see If you’re looking for a then they would equip the wonder what you’re missing. head of the science depart- ing said, it is common The Crazies. Is Stomp Dancing Only Reserved for Blacks? Thiel With It by Audrey Rattay thing for once.” by Joshua LaFace and A: Agreed. Despite us just Staff Columnist Personally, I believe that Audrey Rattay returning from break, Thiel bringing race into a dance Staff Columnists is sponsoring some awe- On Saturday Feb. 20, 2010, competition is outrageous some, fun events. the Sprite Step Off National and uncalled for. Like any Issue of the Issue: J: Like what? Finals were held in Atlanta. other culture element such as That’s the issue; there really A: Well, we have a St. An astounding number of 80 music, food, and clothing, is isn’t one. Patrick’s Day party at the dance teams from 40 univer- being infused and repeated in Kappa Sigma house tonight sities all gathered to show off cultures other than its own. Josh: So, about the issue of and Delta Sigma Phi is also their step moves and com- Everyone knows where the this issue, there really isn’t hosting a party on March 19 pete for the grand prize of culture aspect originated and one. at the VFW! $100,000 in scholarships. it will never be forgotten. On Audrey: Maybe we have J: I have those in my planner Typically, this competition the other hand, we are living touched the hearts of Thiel for sure! Also, don’t forget highlights the prestigious in 2010 and the sharing of students, and they are treat- about the Sean Kingston stomp teams from historical cultures will never be ing us nicely. Now that’s the concert on March 20 and black colleges and universi- stopped. Also, on that note, “community” we would like President VanAken’s Inau- ties, although this year, the dance is a form of expression to have. guration. Greek sisters of Zeta Tau Al- and art. If stepping is some- Photo by Google images J: Or, they are completely A: I won’t forget those ones! pha from the University of thing a person is good at, University of Arkansas’ Zeta Tau Alphas competing in the ignoring us because of dis- But this is for gentlemen, go Arkansas dominated the then they have the right to Stomp Competition. agreements with some of our to the Swing dance lessons, competition. express themselves through ented young women who are In my opinion, life is about stances. Maybe some people learn some important skills A debate has been sparked it no matter what the color of doing what they love have doing what makes you happy liked the fact that mainte- at the Etiquette Dinner, and about how an “all white” their skin is. gotten swept up in an ugly and working hard to reach a nance destroyed the “snow then take your girl to see She stomp team should not have This could easily be com- controversy.” goal that you have set for penises.” Loves Me. After you do these been allowed to perform in pared to the statement that I With that being said, I en- yourself. My ZTA sisters A: Or, students may have a things, she will love you. an Atlanta step competition. am not allowed to learn a dif- courage everyone to watch from the University of problem with drunken J: Good advice. But this is The video of the perform- ferent language because I do the girls 10-minute stomp Arkansas had the goal of karaoke, though that’s un- good that we have a bunch of ance can be found on not have that ancestry in my routine on YouTube and winning scholarship money likely. activities to go to. YouTube, and it has brought blood. judge for themselves if they by tunneling their focus to- J: But you know what, if we A: Be active Thiel campus! much attention to the compe- In a recent Post-Gazette should have won. wards the step competition, did upset someone and that’s Get out there and do tition. An Internet poster by newspaper article on the is- It is obvious that these girls and in the end, they succeed- what’s changing them, good, something. the name of “titetowers” stat- sue, Melody McDowell and worked very hard to perfect ed. Not by the color of their so be it. They’re reading our Please email your ed “Good Job but let the Christy Barber spoke that and get the dance down skin but by their sheer talent column and making changes suggestions to Black folks have their own “we are disappointed that tal- packed for the competition. and dedication. for the better. [email protected]. Horoscopes Capricorn again. There is a reason for only unrealistic, but exhaust- By Laura Kaye Stemm (December 22 -January that. You are spending too ing. Try to let others work on Staff Writer 19) – Getting rid of excess much energy worrying and group problems instead of baggage can be a cleansing people have begun to think trying to work them out Scorpio experience. But watch out you are crazy. Relax and take alone. You will be all the bet- (October 23 -November before you throw away some time for yourself. ter for it. 21) – Everyone’s been im- something essential. pressed with your new found Gemini Virgo skill and you’ve been walk- Aquarius (May 21 -June 20) – (August 23 -September 22) ing on air. But a slice of hum- (January 20 -February 18) Movie night is a great way to –Reaching for the stars ble pie may be a dessert –Having a lot on your mind, relax, but why not try sharing sounds romantic, but maybe you’ll want to sample from can distract you from other it with your friends? You it would be best to reach for the menu of life. If you don’t things that need you atten- may not spend much time re- things that are more attain- try some yourself, you’re tion. So let go of what cannot laxing with the movie, but able first. For example, try- going to have it shoved down be helped at the moment. the laughs with friends will ing to bake a cake from your throat. When that hap- You may find that solving a be worth far more in the long scratch might be easier if pens you lose the entire fla- smaller issue will give you run. you’ve had some experience vor, and that’s a real shame. more confidence for dealing in the kitchen before. There with the one keeping you up Cancer is no shame in grilled cheese Sagittarius at night. (June 21 -July 22) – De- sandwiches. (November 22 -December spite facing many chal- 21) – Honesty is a virtue, Pisces Photo by Google Images lenges, you’ve overcome Libra but also knowing how not to (February 19 -March 20) – them with flying colors. Now (September 23- October break somebody with it can When you let things go you Aries get facts first. Riding in help others achieve their 22) –Finding something to be an even greater virtue. tend to become more relaxed, (March 21- April 19) – blindly tends to lower goals with the information take your mind off of your There is a time to be blunt but letting things go too far Now that you’ve bathed, a morale, that and not bathing. you have gathered in trying problems can be difficult, so and a time to be gentle and can lead to a series of mini- great relief to your circle of to achieve your own. instead of looking for some- discreet. It’s not honesty your disasters. So come back to friends, you’re ready to take Taurus thing to do that, why not look friends will appreciate, but the real world for a bit and on all of life’s challenges. So (April 20 -May 20) – Just Leo for someone. The humor of a your ability to distinguish take care of your responsibil- feel free to let out a battle cry when you think that you’ve (July 23 -August 22) – At- friend is often the best dis- which of the two virtues ap- ities. Save the partying for and go for the kill. But re- regained your sanity, the men tempting to have control over traction from the troubles of plies to their situation. the weekend. member to talk to friends and in white coats come after you everything in your life is not life. Page 5 Friday, March 12, 2010 THIELENSIAN Opinion Poll: Are you excited about Greek Week?

Freshman Sophomore Sophomore Dara Sefton and Sophomore Sophomore Andrew Garrett: Stephanie Hudson: junior Morgan Panka: John Eich: Lynnette Enterline: “I’m totally excited! I “I'm excited to par- “It's been a lot of “Of course I'm guarantee that Kap- ticipate for the first “It's a great bonding experience work planning, but excited, especially pa Sigma is going time. I had theater for Greek life.” it's going to be for the Xis to kick to win Greek Week last year.” great.” butt again.” this year.” Aud Rat Facts: St. Patrick’s Day Career Services by Audrey Rattay wear green ribbons in their children of people born in Staff Columnist hair. Ireland can obtain dual citi- is on Facebook! •34 million Americans zenship with the United With spring just around have Irish ancestry, accord- States and Ireland. Fans of the corner, the snow is melt- ing to the 2003 U.S. Census. •At one time, there were ing and the grass is begin- That’s almost nine times the more Irish living in New Thiel College ning to show. Although the population of Ireland, which York City, than in Dublin, Career Services grass is not the only green has 4.1 million people. Ireland. thing to celebrate, St. •Some American towns •St. Patrick’s Day isn’t a on Facebook are the Patrick’s Day is next week, have “Irish” names. You big drinking holiday in Ire- first to know about and it is time to show your could visit: Mount Gay- land. In fact, many of the lo- upcoming Career Irish roots! Shamrock, W. Va.; Sham- Photo by Google Images cal pubs are closed for the •St. Patrick’s Day is ob- rock Lakes, Ind.; Shamrock, day. events, on campus served on Mar. 17 because Okla.; Shamrock, Texas; lion was the U.S. beef and •21.6 - The number of •The original Guinness that is the feast day of St. Dublin, Calif. and Dublin, cabbage production, respec- gallons of beer consumed per Brewery in Dublin has a interviews, and get Patrick, the patron saint of Ohio. tively, in pounds, in 2004. capita by Americans annual- 9,000-year lease. special Career Ireland. It is believed that he •The harp is the symbol Corned beef and cabbage is a ly in 2003. On St. Patrick’s •The Oscar was hand- related tips died on Mar. 17 in the year of Ireland. The color green is traditional St. Patrick’s Day Day, you may be able to or- crafted by an Irishman, 461 AD. also commonly associated dish. The corned beef cele- der green-dyed beer at one of Cedric Gibbons, who was and advice. •In Ireland on St. with Ireland, also known as brants may very well have the nation’s 48,050 drinking born in Dublin in 1823 Patrick’s Day, people tradi- “the Emerald Isle.” originated in Texas, which places Have a safe and fun St. tionally wear a small bunch •According to the Guin- produced 7.3 billion pounds •93.3 million -Number of Patrick’s Day! Turn up that Become a fan of of shamrocks on their jackets ness Book of World Records, worth of beef, while the cab- people who reportedly Dropkick Murphy and kick Thiel College Career or caps. Children wear or- the highest number of leaves bage most likely came from planned to wear green last St. back with a green beverage (I ange, white, and green found on a clover is 14! California, which produced Patrick’s Day. will be enjoying some Green Services today! badges, and women and girls •41.5 billion and 2.5 bil- 558 million pounds. •The children and grand- Tea as a matter of fact)! Thiel Cribs: Spring Break by Angela Blackburn your vacation? and I didn't want to go with- ey as I did. Events Editor KM: The best part of my va- out my mom to guide us. T: Do you have plans for cation was definitely my T: Do you have plans for your next spring break? With everyone just return- day-long trip to New York your next spring break? What made you plan this ing from Spring Break, Thiel City with Tracy and my What made you plan this trip? Cribs wanted to catch up mom. I got interviewed for trip? DB: Yes, I really hope to join with some Thiel Students IMAX, we saw Julia Stiles KM: Well, since I'm a senior, some of my sisters again for who traveled for their vaca- walking the streets, got I probably won't get much of spring break next year. I had tion. First, Thiel Cribs spoke Broadway tickets to Rock of a Spring Break for the next such an amazing time and with Kristina Mitchell who Ages ($64 each for seats that two years since I'll be in grad advise others to take a trip to went to New Jersey. Next are normally $300), and got school and will most likely Panama City. I wanted to go Thiel Cribs met with to meet most of the cast that have all kinds of work to do, on spring break this year be- Danielle Baker and Justin included Constantine but we'll see. I hope I'll get to cause it is my last year and Munz about their trip to Maroulis from American do something fun. really wanted to make some Panama City. Idol. T: What was your best memories with such awe- T: What was the worst part? meal? some friends. Thielensian: Where did you KM: The worst part of the KM: My best meal was the JM: I don't have plans, hope- go for Spring Break? trip was the day after New first night Tracy and I were fully I will have a job, so I Kristina Mitchell: For York City because we were home on Friday. Home- more than likely won't have a Spring Break, I went home to so sore from walking every- cooked fondue and barbeque spring break. It was our sen- New Jersey with Tracy where. We'll just say that chicken pizza tasted so good ior year, and we've never Photo by Angela Blackburn Bryan. However, we had a Tracy and I stayed on the after being stuck in the car gone anywhere so Danielle The rooms at the Holiday Inn in Panama City few adventures while we couch all day after going to for seven hours. and I wanted to go some- were there like South Street see Alice in Wonderland with where. We were originally T: What was your best JM: I got wings, shrimp, and in Philadelphia and New my mom. We dreaded every Thielensian: Where did you trying to go to Miami, but meal? awesome cake at Hooters, York City. time we had to get up and go for Spring Break? our friends ended up going to DB: Waking up each morn- and it was my "22nd Birth- T: How did you prepare for walk even 10steps to use the Danielle Baker: Panama Panama City, so we went ing and having a banana and day" so we did the Hokey your trip? bathroom, we were in that City. with them. a beer. Pokey. It was pretty fun. KM: When I go on any trip, I much pain. Justin Munz: The Holiday always make a list to make T: What is one thing you Inn Resort in Panama City sure that I don't forget any- could have done? Beach, Fla. thing important. I also usual- KM: One thing we could T: How did you prepare for ly make sure I have enough have done was visit the art your trip? Police Blotter money in the bank for gas to museums and historical areas DB: Sarah Weikart planned get home and back. of Philadelphia. However, our trip and did an awesome February 19: At 4 p.m., there was a harassment call from T: What was the best part of the city kind of scares me, job! I packed a couple hours the HMSC. A female student reported a before we left and got up at 1 problem with an ex-boyfriend. The male a.m. to shower and get ready student was advised to cease contact with the to be at the airport by 6 a.m. female student or be arrested. Male student JM: We booked the hotel a complied. few weeks earlier, but I pro- crastinated on getting ready February 19: Underage drinking reported in the Bistro at 10 though. I didn't pack until late the night before we left p.m. 20-year-old was found under the for our flight. influence of alcohol and was escorted back to T: What was the best part of Stewart Hall. your vacation? DB: Spending the whole day February 20: Disorderly conduct was reported at Frat House in the hot tub with all my 2 at 1 a.m. There was a verbal argument be Thiel fellows. tween two rival fraternities in the parking lot. JM: It was the first time I've Parties advised to disperse or be arrested. ever been to Florida, and I Both parties complied. got to spend it with some of my best friends. Also, there March 2: The theft of a flat screen TV from the Stewart was no snow in eyesight. T: What was the worst part? Hall lobby was reported. There are no sus DB: Getting my toe nail pects and an investigation is pending. ripped off by Darwin Porras while he was trying to dunk March 6: There was a dispute between two students me. I still love him though! outside of Frat House 2 at 4a.m. Both JM: We didn't have a car, so parties ordered to cease and return to rooms. we had to take a taxi almost everywhere we went. March 9: Criminal mischief reported at 1 a.m. on the 700 T: What is one thing you floor of Flo West. Unknown white male broke Photo by Angela Blackburn could’ve done? the 700 floor window. Kristina Mitchell and Tracy Bryan with Constantine DB: Remember. Maroulis from American Idol. JM: Not spent as much mon- SPORTS Page 6 Friday, March 12, 2010 THIELENSIAN Johnston-Bloom Named Men's Two Lady Tomcat Basketball Players Notch PAC Honors Lacrosse Coach game. by Thiel Athletics institution’s ‘Imagining by Danielle Dwyer Barzak also claimed anoth- Thiel’ initiative. The new Staff Writer er Thiel record for most Shem Johnston-Bloom, a program will begin competi- blocks in a single game when former assistant coach at tion at the NCAA Division The Thiel College she had nine against West- Wesleyan University III level in the spring of Women’s Basketball Team minster College on Jan. 13. (Conn.), has been named 2011. had two of its starters, Kelly Ending her rookie season Thiel College’s first head Prior to his arrival in Barzak and Ashley Davis, with 62 total blocks, Barzak men’s lacrosse coach, Direc- Greenville, Johnston-Bloom named to the All-PAC teams. ranks second in the Thiel tor of Athletics Jack served as an assistant at Wes- Freshman forward Barzak record books for blocks in a Leipheimer announced Fri- leyan from 2006 to January earned second team honors single season and ties for day. of 2010. While with the Car- through being a major defen- eighth all-time. “We are very pleased to dinals program, Johnston- sive threat for the Lady Tom- Sophomore Davis earned have Shem Johnston-Bloom Bloom helped the team to a cats. honorable mention recogni- lead the inaugural men's cumulative 43-14 record, This Howland High School tion by being an offensive lacrosse team at Thiel Col- three NCAA Division III graduate averaged a confer- powerhouse for the Lady lege,” said Leipheimer. Tournament berths and a ence-high 2.60 blocks per Tomcats. “Shem has a solid back- New England Small College contest and also finished sec- This Cleveland, Ohio na- ground and comes from a Athletic Conference ond on the team in steals tive ranked eighth in the PAC very successful program at (NESCAC) Championship in Photo Courtesy of Thiel Athletics with an average of 1.2 per with an average of 12.4 Wesleyan University. He be- 2009. game. points per contest while also lieves wholeheartedly in the “I’m very excited about the responsibility for the defen- he started all 32 games of his In addition, Barzak’s block leading the Thiel team in Division III philosophy, as possibilities of building a sive midfield and faceoff career as a defensive lineman average landed her with two field goals with .411 or 124- well as the vision for Thiel program from ground up,” specialists with the Cardi- on the Cardinal football of Thiel’s top three single 302 made. College. I am confident he said Johnston-Bloom. “As a nals, while assisting with the squad and twice earned All- season marks for blocks per will have a positive impact young coach, it’s a dream design and implementation NESCAC second team hon- on the athletic department, come true to have the oppor- of the team’s defensive strat- ors. and will be a valuable asset tunity to be the architect of a egy and serving as video co- As a senior in 2006, John- to the College.” program. I’m thankful to ordinator. ston-Bloom joined the Wes- College President Troy Coach Leipheimer and Dr. A 2006 graduate of Wes- leyan lacrosse program as a VanAken announced the ad- VanAken for this opportunity leyan, Bloom-Johnston also midfielder and faceoff spe- dition of men’s lacrosse to and I am excited about their holds a Master of Arts in Lib- cialist, helping the Cardinals Thiel’s athletics offerings on vision for Thiel Athletics.” eral Studies from his alma to a 16-4 record and the Dec. 18, 2009 as a part of the Johnston-Bloom had direct mater. As an undergraduate, NCAA D-III semifinals. Tomcat Baseball Goes to Florida by Danielle Dwyer apiece. Staff Writer Day four brought another win to the Tomcats when Working with a lot of new they defeated the Lebanon and young faces in the line- Valley Dutchmen by a score up this year, Thiel College of 16-13. Baseball Team along with Thiel came out swinging fans hope to see their team in the bottom of the first in- have another successful sea- ning to notch eight runs son. After a more than 20- against the Dutchmen de- hour bus trip down to sunny fense, among those was a Florida the boys were ready three-run homer by fresh- to hit the dirt and play some man Jarod Nanna and a two- ball. run double by freshman Eric In their 2010 season open- King which contributed to Photo Courtesy of Thiel Athletics er, the Tomcats fell to St. the team-high 15 hits that John Fisher 20-7 with Phil game. Bates earned the win Double leading the way with as he threw five solid in- Thiel Softball Spring Break three hits and right-handed nings in relief for starter by Danielle Dwyer ty. pitcher, Dave Diyorio taking Josh Russel. Staff Writer Against Messiah Ashley the loss. The following day, The fifth game day gave McLimans and Davin led Upcoming Athletic Events the Tomcats faced No. 21 the Tomcats their third win Thiel Softball Team looks the way with two hits apiece ranked Rose-Hulman Insti- on the season with a 20-12 forward to a strong perform- and then in game two it was tute of Technology who victory over Neumann Uni- ance in their 2010 spring Davin once again along with March 13 March 16 gave them their second loss versity. Diyorio was accred- season. Smith and Britain Callen all with a 17-0 decision. ited with the win while Luke After traveling through a tallying up a hit apiece. Baseball at Baseball at Although the Tomcat de- Johnson and Brock Porter blizzard on a 24-hour bus After a day off to enjoy the Capital University (DH) Hiram College fense held the Engineers in paced the offense with three ride, the girls finally made it sunshine, the Lady Tomcats 1:00 p.m. 3:30 p.m. the first two innings, three hits on the day. Unfortunate- to sunny Florida where they earned their first win on the errors and eight unearned ly the Tomcats winning were ready to roll. season over Oneota Univer- runs later, the Engineers streak came to end when Unfortunately for the Lady sity 8-7 after falling to the Softball at March 17 broke the game wide open. they were defeated by Tomcats, their debut came University of Michigan Oberlin College (DH) Andy Saska threw the final Alvernia University by a with two losses one to Lake Dearborn 13-5. 1:00 p.m. Softball six innings for Thiel, notch- score of 18-3 giving starter Superior State University 7- In their loss to Michigan vs Hiram College ing seven strikeouts and Corey Borland the loss. The 0 and the other to the Uni- Dearborn, Rankin and Men and Women’s 3:30 p.m. Bobby Hillier claimed the following day Alvernia Uni- versity of Michigan De- McLimans notched two hits Track & Field team-high two hits, includ- versity turned around and aborn by a score of 8-0. apiece to contribute to the vs NCAA Indoor Track March 20 ing the only extra-base hit notched Thiel with another In game one, Laura Davin, 10 total by the team. In their & Field National for Thiel. loss by a margin of 18-5 Melissa Rankin and Ashley victory, the Lady Tomcats Championships (Indoor) Softball On day three, the Tomcats leaving Teyssier with the Rable paced the offense bounced back with Elise vs PSU-Beaver earned their first win by loss. with a hit apiece. Then in Moore, Cree and Rable bouncing back against St. The final day of the Tom- game two it was Stephanie leading the way with two 1:00 PM John Fisher with a score of cats Florida trip came with a Smith who was 2-for-3 at hits. 5-4. Thiel starter James loss to Oneonta State by a the dish, while Amber Cree The final day brought an- Thiel Athletics Announces Teyssier earned the win by 12-3 decision and landing tallied a hit herself. other split for Thiel as they working seven innings Russel with the loss. The next game day saw fell to the Engineers of Athlete of the Week: where he allowed only sev- The Thiel Baseball Team two more losses for the Rose-Hulman Institute of en hits and two walks. Brad wrapped up its spring trip Lady Tomcats, dropping a Technology, but turned it Corey Brown Bates pitched the final two with a 3-5 record and looks game by a margin of 7-2 to around to defeat Johnson innings en route to earning forward to getting back on defending Division III Na- and Wales University. the save while Scarpitti, the field when they visit tional Champions Messiah The Lady Tomcats will be Snyder and Double led the Capital University in Ohio College and a 8-0 decision back in action at Oberlin in Thiel offense with two hits on Mar. 13. versus Cedarville Universi- Ohio on March 13. Corey Brown Does it Again by Thiel Athletics in the tourney with a 5-2 de- cision over Drew Hin- Sophomore wrestler Corey schberger from Coe College. Brown made his second con- Day two of the competi- secutive appearance out tion Brown was able to fin- west at the NCAA Champi- ish out the 2010 NCAA Di- onships with high hopes and vision III Championships determination to achieve the with eighth place after a loss goals he set for himself. The to Waynesburg University’s 133-pounder not only made Nick Garber by a 13-6 mar- Photo Courtesy of Thiel Athletics a repeat appearance, but was gin. Brown came out early also named All-American against Garber, notching a 5- once again with his win over 0 lead, but unfortunately the sixth-seeded Munkhbaatar NCAA Midwest Regional Thielensian Publication Schedule Baatar of St. John’s in Min- 133-pound champ was able Publication Date Submission Date nesota. In addition to that, to battle back and claim sev- March 26 March 21 Brown was honored as an enth place. April 9 April 4 NCAA Scholar All-Ameri- With that loss, Corey Photo Courtesy of Thiel Athletics April 23 April 18 can selection as well. Al- Brown ends his sophomore though Brown lost 8-4 to season with a 16-win and two-time All-American and Team on the map and we All submitted articles are due by 5 p.m. on the fourth-seed Sean White of seven-loss record which puts National Championship look to see even greater submission date. The articles must be a mini- Wartburg in the opening his two-year career record at qualifier has helped put the things come from this ath- mum of 300 words. Please send articles to round, he was able to remain Thiel at 41-15. This now Thiel College Wrestling lete in the future. [email protected].

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