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LU launches $50 million capital campaign

Case, General, restricted endowments to finance projects Dean of the By MELANIE SAMSON studying International Communications, would The preparation entails strategic planning Burton D. News Editor like to see the money used to enhance the acade­ retreats with the Board of Trustees and the Board Morgan .('1. $SO. olillion four-year campaign is under­ mic programs on campus such as more funding of Overseers and the President's Cabinet. School of way. The ~'quiet phase" has commenced, where for the Honors program. Meetings on campaign planning, as well as media Aeronautics. prior to making a public announcement about the In addition to the endowment, significant and focus meetings, will be held. campaign, the committee involved hopes to raise naming opportunities for facilities will be avail~ . During the campai8n, President Donald Ross Weldon Case 40-50 percent of the $50 million. able. This pertains to such endorsements as nam­ and the trustees will host various focus groups The campaign is geared towards two kinds of ing and expanding the main entrance to the cam­ with the members of the tommunity and parents passes away endowments: general and restricted. pus and the renovation of dorms, labs and sports to articulate the needs and goals of the university. General endowment creates a fund that will, facilities. Several athletic teams are in need of As in most campaigns, board members and University will miss if prudently invested, result in earnings that will loc)cer rooms and many laboratories need updat­ leaders of the university will be asked to be the Dean of Aeronautics be used to address the universities current operat­ ing. "pace setters" for the campaign. The staff and the ing priorities such as the need for parking lots, 'The school needs to improve the dorms and alumni will also be asked to participate in achiev­ By NATALIE SMITH roof repairs, dormitories and additions to the other facilities," said junior Maribel Rodriguez, ing the goals. Editor-in-Chief Communications department, to name a few. an International Relations major. "Having these groups on board will demon­ Weldon W. Case, the Dean of the Restricted endowments are designated for In preparation for this phase, the campaign strate to parents, corporations and friends in the Burton D. Morgan School of specific projects such as scholatships, academic committee has been meeting under the direction community that the people closest to the univer­ Aeronautics, passed away Sept. 30 chairs, institutes and professorships. of'Chairman John Hannifan, who is also the sity are true believers,'; said John Gallo, vice from an apparent heart attack at an Students like Safiyya Hosein, a sophomore Chairman of the Board 'of Overseers. president for development. Academics Affairs Dean's meeting held on Sept. 28' in the on campus. Mr. Case has been the Dean of Beck shares Aeronautics for nearly two years. He was the chairman of the ftrst major capital campaign at Lynn. 'Real World' He was also instrumental in the expansion of the aviation program. experience "He moved quietly and effectively in insuring that the many contributions By MELANIE SAMSON of his time, energy and resources News Editor were well placed," President Donald Kaia Beck from MTV's Real World is a fea­ Ross said. tured spe-aker for Alcohol Awareness Week, Oct. Mr. Case was the chairman and 17-22. chief executive of the Alltel Representatives from Residence Life, Corporation until 1991 when he Student Activities, the Counseling Center, Peer retired. "He was a pioneer and inno­ Educators, Student Government, Greek Council, vator in the fteld of telecommunica­ Black Student Union tions," Dr. Ross said. and the Marketing He is survived by his wife, Department collaborat­ Beatrice Case; two brothers, Nelson ed on this project and and Theodore Case; two sons, formed the National FILE PHOTO Thomas and William Case; four Collegiate Alcohol During Alcohol Awareness Week, local firefighters demonstrate the dangers of drinking and grandchildren, and three great­ Awareness Week driving as they bring wrecked cars ~ the campus. grandchildren. Committee. His funeral was held at the "I hope this week Since the airing of MTV's Real World body image issues. Congregational Church of Boca will prevent drinking Hawaii, Beck b.as spoken at numerous institu­ A 5 km Fun Run kicked off the week, Raton, Sept 4. Eulogies were deliv­ and driving accidents," Kaia Beck tions about her Real World Hawaii experience; Sunday. A Mocktail Contest took place Monday ered by Dr. Donald Ross and Burton said Karl Gonska, vice [email protected], her story of living with an alcoholic during lunch hour. Students judged home-made D. Morgan. president of Student Government. roo•* and tile interventions and mediations non-alcoholic beverages created by their peers. According to Tony Casale, vice • . "t.. ~ ·.- ~ To highlight this cause, fun events, speakers associated with this persdft."-l:- During the week, the movie Trainspotting president and executive assistant to and entertainment will be provided. Real World Jieck )las experienced· IJ. c;liverse world at a was shown and relay races took place. the president, there is discussion of star Kaia Beck will speak at 7 p.m. on Thursday, young age . .SPe has travefed eitensively trbough Hanley Hazelden, MADD, AA and Peer a possible memorial for Mr. Case. Oct. 21.. Two Real World episodes that deal with Africa and~'ilat knowledge of African stud­ Educators set up a booth to provide information. Donations may be sent to Lynn alcoholism will be shown at 6 p.m. Admission ies and culture. Her diverse background has pro­ Speaker James English presented substance University. is free for students, faculty, staff and invited vided her with experience and insight regarding abuse issues. Folk singer Nathan Sheppard will "He was a leader in every sense guests. Valid University I.D. is required. mainstream issues such as AIDS, safe sex, and perform on Oct. 20. of the word," Dr. Ross said. 2.THE PULSE .October 1999

People of all ages from the Boca BIZ Raton area joined Dr. Fred Cichocki and Dr. Diane Allerdyce at the Community Compost Offering on the Lynn campus. Photo by ALYSON WEISEL Casino Night Midnight Bowling During the ev«:ming, students More than 200 students played games Of chance to bowled at the Don carter Composting is Cool! win stereos, pbone C(lrd$, lanes. The event is held CD walkmans and more. each semester. • Honors class works on next phase of LINC, Laura Fuentes 'I builds organic garden on lot by tennis courts Callanto By CARISSA BOEHM With a new name, Lynn Intrinsically Natural The Student Activities Board _ Features Editor Cultivation or LINC, the garden supports recycling collaborated with the What happened to the piece of land behind the ten­ which helps to make the soil of the garden healthy and International Student Affairs nis courts? balanced. By adding compostable Coffeehouse to present 1J,1tin Last year, the honors classes scraps such as vegetables, fruits, cof­ "we see this as a living, singer Laura Fuentes for. the began plans to build an organic gar­ fee grounds, tea bags and yard clip­ learning community first edition of the coffee­ den. Another step has been taken to pings, the soil is furnished with nutri­ "h()use series. complete the project. where people can see ents. It was Fuentes' first appear- Oct. 10, the Community Compost their relationship with In addition to the composting fea­ Offering was beld. More &ba&l40 peo­ the eovironment." ture, Mr. and Mrs. David Colk.er were ple from both the UJ1iversity md dr. diane allerdyce recognized for their doaatioa. of were In attendance. Tfi8 community contributed compostable adviser $2,500 "seed" money for the project. event hEtld In the Student kitchen scraps and yard clippings to The next step in the LINC project Center, SePt. 21. begin a compost pile. will be Nov. 20. Volunteers will till, "We see this as a living, learning community where hoe and lay out the rows for the garden beds. That day people can see their relationship wit)l the environment," is National Family Volunteer Work Day, part of the said Dr. Diane Richard-Allerdyce, one of the faculty America's Promise of Youth program established by advisers for the project. Dr. Fred Cichocki is the other Colin Powell which involves youth in all aspects of the adviser. community. Greeks expand on campus • Three fraternities, two sororities create full house • Pi Kappa Alpha to colonize in the spring

By DANIELLE HANOUD to become involved in a fraternity or Children. ''The chapter is allowed to Special to The Pulse sorority; you can help mold the do anything that involves children, Some of the most well known Greek system for future members." schools and org;mizations," said and respected leaders of yesterday, To provide more opportunites Stephanie Roycrewicz, educational Think Fast ch·amp wins $200 today and the future are Greeks: for students to join Greek organiza­ leadership consultant for Alpha Xi By CRAIG LISKA an excellent ttuuout ... John F. Kennedy, Courtney Cox. tions, an expansion committee was Delta. Staff Writer Paradigm Entertainment Greek life is not what many peo­ formed to determine which groups Phi Kappa Psi is a fraternity of Jeopardy at Lynn is different hosted the show which was ple think it is or what after-school to invite to the campus. After a men who understand values and from the one seen on television. attended ~y 60-7,0 students. specials portray. Being ~eek is month of presentations Phi Kappa integrity. ''The work force is look­ With a grand prize of $200 it Everyone in tbl'l audience bad a about sisterhood and brotherhood Psi and Alpha Xi Delta were asked ing for something more than GPA," paid for students to "Think Fast. •• chance to win the top prile. and helping others in the communi­ to colonize at Lynn. said the Director of Expansion Jean DUbuisson used his kno-wt .. Funeral service majot ty. "I think we brought on the best Joshua Mitchell. ''They are looking edge of trivial. ·facts to Witt 11:\e Karlton Brown was a ~.. Until this year, there were only sorority and fraternity that fits with for personal development, scholas­ prize at the oct. s eve.Qt. • tor of the evcm. W!Nt had an three Greek organizations on cam­ our campus," said Megari Bubb, a tic and project planning. Men can ·~ Fasf,was fantastic for excellent time," he said. ''We a.:e pus. Now there are more. "It is an member of the committee. develop that with Phi Kappa Psi." thesecondtimein uow," ~ hoping more students wiU attend exciting time for Greek life at Alpha Xi Delta's motto is "real­ In the spring, Pi Kappa Alpha ~ Megan Bubb said "It was other events.'' Lynn," said Kathleen Sheehan, the ize your potential" and the philan­ will join the other Greeks, making a new Greek adviser. "If you decide thropy of the sorority is Choose total of five on campus. October .1999 • THE PULSE • 3

Edstrom designs garments for fashion career

By HILLARY HUNTER ished garments at the Sweet Dreams Apparel design is complex and Sporty is the Fashion Editor fashion show at Lynn in 1999. intensely time consuming. Edstrom theme for By the time he was 10 years old, Knowing the right people has begins developing his designs by Edstrom's 2000 junior Pierre Edstrom had already already given Edstrom some special browsing stores for ideas and look­ collection. Velcro, mastered the art of sewing. opportunities. Swedish designer ing through magazines. When he string, and broad­ By the-time he was 14, the fash­ Rohdi Hienz gave Edstrom first­ decides on a theme, he begins draw­ cloth are just a few ion design major had formed his hand experience in the fashion ing his creative sketches. Then he chic materials he is fli'St collection which consisted of industry including the business can begin the pattern making using for his perfor­ 30 unique fleece hats. Although he angle. "With Hienz I was able to process, which leads to the careful mance outerwear did receive an offer for his hats, he attend meetings with both the sewing of the garments. The con- collection. Daring decided to sell them to 30 of his designer and struction of one Red is the mood for friends. This was just the beginning. the buyer," he piece can take the 7~10 piece col­ Edstrom began working in the said. many weeks lection. Skirts, industry at a yowig age at his moth­ During the "beautiful women because he con­ capri pants, and er's ready-to-wear boutique. summer, structs all of his several other cloth­ Watching his mother create casual Edstrom own pieces. ing items will be wear, he realized the hard work and interned with Edstrom's plain white and patience that went into designing Children in pierre edstrom latest collec­ grey but will con­ clothing. "Working with beautiful Distress. As senior tion, Raw sist of bold red women is . also an inspiration for the assistant to Denim, consists seams. apparel design," he said. the coordinator of some very Edstrom's While in Boca Raton for a soc­ of events, he revealing career is slowly cer training camp, Edstrom was worked on fashion show produc­ apparel. Showing the female body is taking off. "I want recruited to play for the Fighting tions for fundraising and other char­ a design trait Edstrom loves. He to create clothing Knights. Lynn not only had a win­ ity events. believes the female body is beauti­ and would love to Photo by HILLARY HUNTER ning soccer team but also a budding As a child in his mother's retail ful and should be shown. At the pre­ be a full time Pierre Edstrom prepares a model before last fashion design program. He played store, Edstrom did not have the nec­ sent time he is concentrating on designer for a liv­ year's spring fashion show. soccer all his life and sewed almost essary knowledge of how to create women's clothing but men's Cloth­ ing," Edstrom said. as long. "Fashion is my passion," he his own personal designs. ing could be in his future. He envisions label," he said. said. In college, he has the opportuni­ Raw Denim was · showcased at going to New York to begin his Edstrom's Sporty collection will Soccer and fashion design mesh ty to let his aesthetic side take over. the spring fashion show, Sweet career ~r graduation. Realizing be showcased at the Lynn spring when traveling on long bus trips to According to Edstrom, the Fashion Dreams. Tbe tough, stiff textile has the design business can be rough, he fashion show. Students will be able games. He often uses this time to Design program has taught him the primarily been used by European dbesn't expect to arrive in New to attend and make their own deci­ browse through fashion magazitles significance of the history of fash­ fashion houses. Edstrom was one of York with instant fame. "I will have sions about his designs."My designs for inspiration. Team members now ion as well as textile knowledge he the fli'St designers to use raw denim to work my way up, and maybe in at are for younger women who dare to leave him alone after seeing his fin- will use throughout his career. in the United States. least ten years, I ~ll have my own wear something different," he said. Catch updates on TV Doctoral program expands women for the fast-paced global economy, By SHARON HARRINGTON events that I can ByLAURENSCICOLONE Staff Writer attend." Academics Editor said Dr. William Leary, director of the Ph.D. What activities are happening on campus '&It's not a Teachers are going back to school. This program. '"This economy requires traitied leaders in all fields, education, business and today? channel that you time to earn a doctoral degree. The Ph.D. is international understanding~ program at Now students can tune into channel 74 in would sit down the newest program of study in the College of Our Lynn is in the forefront nationally of prepar­ their dorm's and find out. to watch, but Education. ing men and women to meet these chal­ This news channel contains information one that you The purpose of this program is to train about the activities and happenings on cam­ would glance at eaucational and corporate professionals to lenges." The .requirements for the Ph.D. program pus. "It's very helpful. You can find out vari­ during a commercial break to fmd out what's take on leadership roles. The program will ous types of information about campus," going on throughout the campus," said sopho- focus on the global economy. include a completed Master's degree with a fli'St cohort of students have com­ 3.25 GPA, a resume, two letters of recom­ sophomore Jamie G~ttlieb said. more Ann Schuetz. · "Our As the different activities scroll on the During Hurricane Floyd, Channel 74 alert­ pleted a year of study, arid this fall the second mendation and an acceptable score on the Graduate Record Examination or the Miller screen, you hear the radio station playing in ed students and assured them of their safety. group is ready to begin," said Dr. Marshll Analogies Test taken within the past five the background. This ~tion is helpful to "I watched the TV station during the hurri­ Glines, Dean of the College of Education. students on campus. cane," freshman Katie Klayman said. "It The program has two options. Option one years. Applicants must have a minimum Freshmen, in particular. are new to the informed me about classes being canceled and is an academic ~tion for educational leader­ of five years of professional experience as campus and by waiching channel74, they can how to prepare for the storm. It was very help- ship at primary, secondary or higher educa­ a practi­ tioner, administ;rator, educator or researcher in be informed of events and where they can get ful." . tion levels. Option two is a training and development an academic, human service or corporate set­ involved and ~t new people. Off campus students said that they would "Lynn's news statiOn· bas informed me like to receive the channel at home so they can option involving human resources, training, ting. The Pb.D. courses are offered four times about various events that are going on," fresh­ be informed of campus news. research and development, CEO's and in dif­ a year. Theterms are held in 10 week inter­ . man Nicole Ganem said. "It makes me aware Department heads must submit events to ferent sectors: public and private. vals. of different :activi~ tbat I -can join, and be pqblicized. · "It is an opportunity to prepare UICil 11M\ Page 4 • THE PULSE • October 1999 Hospitality Administration major expands

to three campuses:.. Ireland, Japan, Argentina By DOLORES IRIGOIN ."El Tigre, is one of the fastest galleries theaters and music festi­ Staff Writer growing areas in the city," said vals. Hospitality Adminisatration is a transfer student Christian Genolet. "I would really like to be growing academic program which The South American country is a enrolled in Ireland for at least one the Boca Ratoq campus offers. good place to study Hospitality semester," Martin Krips said. "I can Similar programs offered at the Administration because of its. get the opportunity to live in an other campuses in Ireland and Japan Etiropean roots and its Latin people. older country while I earn college focus on the traditional ele­ credits." ments of hospitality adminis­ A hospitality program is tration, including marketing, "I would really like to be enroll~d in also offered in Japan at the financial accountability, Ireland for at least one semester. I Trident College ~ Nagoya. human resource management can get the opportunty to live in an Students live with Japanese and customer service. older country while I earn college families and have the chance "I believe these programs to share their daily life expe­ have been growing very fast in credits." riences with the aspects of the last four years," senior martin krips the Japanese society and cul- Mariana Bunge said. =====:..::..=-ii••lll• ture. "This is a very chal­ The College of flospitality lenging experience for stu­ Management and Tourism has been This special combination makes dents, it will open their minds," said expanded to Argentina. "The school Buenos Aires a unique city. senior Isabel Bothlink. is already settled down, but Study Abroad Hospitality In order to grow and fulfill its investors are waiting for the Programs are available to college multicultural goals, Lynn tries to Argentinian government's students, as well as high school stu­ develop worldwide relationships approval," said sophomore Mariela dents at Lynn's Dublin, Ireland cam­ and educational institutions. At the Morozowski. pus. The Lynn University Center is moment, Lynn operates a campus in The new building on the Buenos located on Merrion Square in his­ Ireland, is working on one in Aires campus is located in an area toric Georgian Dublin. Irelancl is an Argentina and has affiliations with FiLE PHOTO called El Tigre, which is close to the old country and has a culture which colleges and universities 'i,n France, Hospitality students learn the techniques of hotel management. Rio de La Plata. is seen in its museums, libraries, art Japan, Russia and Sweden. NTERNATIONAl POSTCA Darlion finds balance in American, lndon~sjan life styles

By FLORIANAACOSTA "Pl~ying golf here is a great Sex is another issue that is very started realizing that my culture International Editor opportunity since we don't have different. People in Indonesia are isn't as bad as I thought," she said. Freska Darlion is a 19-year-old any golf in Indonesia," Darlion not suppose to have sex before Darlion realized that mixing sophomore from Jakarta, said. marriage; they are more c~nserva­ both ways of living has helped her Indonesia. Because of her passion Indonesia's population is 75 tive and value this act with very become a better person. for golf, she decided to come and percent Muslim. "Mu~lim. is a reli­ high importance. · · "Being a Muslim in America play golf in Florida. gion that is very special," Darlion Now Darlion is trying to prac­ has helped me establish an equi­ She started playing at Baker said. "Our teenage life is very dif­ tice her religion more because her librium. I'm not very strict with my High School and later played in the ferent. There is no kissing in pub­ time here has made her lose some­ religion and culture, and I also high school state championship lic, and the night life is much more of it."I've tried my best to follow don't want to follow America's where she was discovered by tranquil. People don't drink as my religion even though it's been culture to their extent," Darlion coach Gregg Cox who invited her much even though we don't have a hard because American culture is said. 'They both give me a good Freska Darlion to play for Lynn. drinking age." so different from my culture. I also -balance."

English Indonesian Indonesian Facts Hello Halo Capital Jakarta Indonesia is Friend Ternan Continent Asia ThaokYov Terima Kasih co;rnprised 212 milltoh Girl Cewek ~tiOil Language Bahasa Indonesian of 13,500 Man Cpwok Currency Rupiah How are you Apa Khabar islands with Government Republic ~ ToiOng only 6,0QO 87 million Good morning Selamat pagi Labor force jnhabited. cu.. lmut Education 7-16 Crazy Gila Literacy 84% / October 1999 • THE PULSE • Page 5

E-BOARD OFFICER 'GOALS

:would like students to "To recru.it more Individuals "To Increase awareness "The SGA would like to be "My main goal is to tty to beeome more aware ot lh& Whether freshmen or upper­ 'We would like to promote llboUt SGA and to get more considered by lh& students make Lynn a fun and excit­ tess fortunate people of lh& classman and to make each SGA end get the campus student feedback: of Lynn as an Influential Ing enVironment for stu­ world and get students event &uccessful.• involved." Residence Hall avenue lor them to voice dent$ on and off campus.• more involved." VIce President Secretary LAra Murdock Anoclatlon Chair their opinions. President Dave OUI Community setvtce Kart Oonalca Mike VIgil Treasurer Dan Sullivan Director AmaU Senevlratne Officers improve student-administration relations

By HD.LARY HUNTER Gill said. involved in campus activities. "We went "Not likely will we do that again," Gill said. Fashion Editor It is a responsibility of the members of aro~d the cafeteria during the first week ·of "Twice, vandals broke into the machine and New officers have brought new ideas and SGA to serve as a liaison between the admin­ school and introduced ourselves to as many virtually ruined it for everyone." goals to the Student Government Association. istration and the student body. The Executive students as possible," Secretary Lara Twenty-five students addressed campus Last year, the SGA brought an Automatic Board works to improve the relationship Murdock said. issues at the first meeting. The main issue Teller Machine to campus and provided more between the two. Students who feel they have Members have set up weekly office hours addressed was the cafeteria food service. The benches and ashtrays for campus smokers. an administration issue may· contact the E­ to better serve students in addition to going to board is looking for a way to reduce lines and This year the focus is on improving problems board. the meetings. The E-board office is located on extend cafeteria hours. Other concerns includ­ rather than adding material items. SGA is A main goal is to encourage students to the second floor of the Student Center. ed student parking and laundry facilities. dealing with parking problems, student say how they feel about university issues and Students can now attend ·meetings every Students have expressed interest in involvement and cafeteria issues which are to let them be heard. "We would like to be two weeks instead of the previous ~ attending future meetings. "I plan on going to just a few of the student concerns. considered by the students as an influential weeks. This was done so students can see a meeting to fmd out why the Lymt' dorm has President Dave Gill wants all students to avenue for them to voice their opinions," results sooner. a new three person per room policy," sopho­ know the SGA is here for all and not just for Treasurer Dan Sullivan said. A parking committee is being established more Andrew Neff said. students who live on campus. "My primary Students will see the Executive Board to handle tickets and other issues. The on Meetings are held every other Monday at goal is to try to make Lynn a fun and exciting members more 'frequently on campus. Each C~!ffipus laundry facilities needs a revamping. 8 p.m. in the Green Center and everyone is environment for students on and off campus," takes the time to make every student feel Last year the SGA funded a coin machine. encouraged to attend. Voice your opinion; SGA listens EXTRA INCOME FOR '99 Earn $500 - $1000 weekly stuffing When the . year began, I had a reported to me that their number of arose at our first Student feeling that this was going to be the new members was increasing. It Government Association meeting, I envelopes. For details - RUSH $1.00 beginning of a new era for Lynn was a pleasure to hear that so many assured those in attendance that with SASE TO: · GROUP FIVE University. • students were finding their way Residence Hall .Assocaition chair­ 6547 N. ACADEMY Blvd., PMB-N I don't want to jump the gun, but towards what they want to do. man Mike Vigil and myself had Colorado Springs, CO 80918 it appears to me that things are Because com~ on now, isn't college already begun taking the proper headed in the all about doing what you want to do. steps to resolve the problem. Its right direc­ I would also like to congratulate immediate effect was the removal of tion. the Senate Activities board for a ter­ the schopl vans from the south lot The buzz rific start to the year. Midnight creating 10 well-needed parking around cam­ Bowling at Don Carter's was very spaces. pus remained successful with' over 200 students in To further investigate our steady from attendance. In addition, the game options, a motion was passed to put "Several years ago I answered a 'ainlllllr ad and have had a the first day show ''Think Fast" made its second togetb~r a parking committee to succeSIIful cal'eer as an of classes up appearance, drawing over 100 stu­ ensure anything and everything pos­ sntrepfJmeJr In the market ' until the dents, one of which ~ook home $200 sible will be done. Likewise, our ffl&earc:h Industry. Respondirrg Activities Fair in winnings. These along with sev­ Food Service committee has been to this l)ppo(tunity may open a for you." at which stu- eral other events have marked the working hard to create the best din­ careerpBtlt dents were · beginning of a well-planned year. ing conditions for you. I take into given an Now here is good news for consideration that these issues affect opportunity to those of you who attend events held most of you and your comments and explore and on and around campus. Some may suggestions are always welcome get involved with a vast number of ask, what steps has Student and appreciated. clubs and organizations. It would be Government taken so far to improve The year has just begun and conclusive by the end of the after­ the overall life of the student body? already so many changes have taken noon that the overall success of the My answer to that is, "not half as place. As they continue, we only ask fair was a good one. much as what will happen over the for the student's support to ensure Later at one of our Breakfast remaining course of the year." that this will be one of the best years Club meetings, student leaders When the issue of a lack of parking Lynn will ever see. Page 6 • THE PULSE • October 1999 TE p Working in the professional arena gives hands-on experience

BySHELBffi for six weeks in the accounting department of Mission '99. Her duties and how to go about things." LYNN the main office. Mirpuri was responsible for included a wide range of When it comes to finding an internship, Staff Writer balancing financial statements, data, entry and tasks: sending out ballots students have the opportunity to find When it attending to custo~ to the major production their own, providing they get tb 1U'ter graduation Mii'puri plans to stay in and record companies approval from the i ntern­ the United States with the confidence that he for the Music Awanis, school. s hips, will find a job at a local bank. "It's so much sending the actual students easier to fmd a job after an internship," he Popcorn Awards to of'ten said. the winners from have questions. Where International Relations major, junior the Movie can I do my internship? Deanna Canedo, also completed an internship Awanis, picking Row many can I do? overseas. Canedo worked in her native coun­ up gifts for How many hours do I try for the Bolivian Ministry of Foreign C i n d y have to do? Can I find my Affairs Division of Multi-Lateral Organisms. Crawford own intetpship? Her d,uties included reviewing resolutions and Lisa Hat!ft semester stu­ from the 1998 Second Committee United Kudrow dents are registerin&.• ~~ Nations, which dealt with economic develop- after they ~ttq, had their '"'OitJ. Some babies, ~o, · s t u - 'It was really exciting to go to work researching and .tet>~ · dents go everyday and not knowing which finding a ·Harley Davidson ~p"-- to their motorcycle for Jim Carrey and her -~ academic celebrity I was going to meet that day." diiH... most exciting task, wrapping a big flat screen . -,~ adviser for erica sarkin television and preSenting it to Adam Sandler. · internship senior "It was really exciting to go to work suggestions or everyday 'not knowing which celebrity I was referrals. •What going to meet that day, • Sarkin said. many students don't know is that there is an internships while others ment, sustainable development, environmen­ Sarkin also had to adjust to the corporate internship office to help. are researching internship tal issues and interdependence. Canedo had to side of business as she experienced what she ~ 1998, an i.pternship office was created opportunities. Althouth it prepare summaries of the resolutions, which calls "high pressure corporate life." and directed by Catherine Kustner. It was is recommended, not included information on what each resolution "I made a lot of contacts, • Sarkin said. "I designed to help students, in all majors: find every major requires an was intended to accomplish, what caused the learned how a business runs within a large an internship.. Although Kustner has taken internship. · need for the resolution to be drawn, assessing corporation and how all the departments have another position, she passed the internship Senior Nitin Mirpuri the most importalit information within the res­ to work together to achieve the same goal." torch to Craig Cunningham who joins Lynn is one of a few students who interned abroad olution and whether it passed or failed. Upon graduation this winter, Sarkin plans from the University of Miami where he was this past summer. In 1996, Mirpuri came to Canedo learned how the United Nations on looking for a job possibly with another the Assistant Director for Experienced the Lynn from India, and although his major, · works, how issues are addressed and negotiat­ Viacom company such as Nickelodeon. Learning. business management did not require an ed and where international issues stand today Senior, Wendy Moore is a history/political "There's a lot of great opportunity in this internship, Mirpuri thought it would be bene- on the UN's agenda. science major who had the opportunity to area for internships, • Cunningham said. "My ficial to him. Senior Erica Sarkin work as an intern for Edward (Ted) Kennedy. goal is to expand internship opportunities to "I don't have had the opportunity to Moore performed all kinds of duties froin . Lynn students throughout the U.S. and to have an intern­ work at MTV this past walking .the senator's dog and bringing the abroad." ship, but I summer for her intern­ senator's lunch, to running documents to the Cunningham advises that ~shman start ·thought it would ship. After sending a senate floor, traclring phone calls from the thinking about companies where they might look better on my resume months in public regarding bills, gun control and other want to intern. For those students who are resume and be advance, S~kin political issues and working closely with undecided, he suggests that students consider easier for me to received a call from Kennedy's fmd a job after MTV requesting a per­ personal 'It 's so much easier to find a job after graduation," sonal interview, which assistant. "I Mitpuri said. led her to being one of saw him an internship." nitin mirpuri After seeing 40 applicants chosen more than Catherine · to be an MTV intern. any of the senior Kustner at the "After I went up o t h e r internship office, for the interview, I interns," Moore said. he expressed knew that MTV was Like Sarkin, Moore also sent a resume but career testing, attend career workshops and interest in an the place I was going this one to the senator's office and was excit­ resume and interviewing workshops to pre­ internship abroad to work and all I had to ed when she received a letter offering her a pare students for internships and jobs upon through Lynn's do from there was pack position as one of 40 interns. graduation. Cunningham also notes that stu­ sister school, The and find a place to live "He has the largest intern staff and he's dent involvement is crucial when looking for American for the summer," she the hardest senator to get an internship with," an internship. College in said. Moore said. "That's what employers are looking for, n Dublin. Mirpuri Senior Wendy Moore interned with Senator • Sarkin worked Moore's goal is to one day become a Cunningham said, "not necessarily what then went to Ted Kennedy. hand-in-hand with politician, and working with one of the they've done in high school but what they've Ireland not Production Events biggest politicians certainly confirmed her done since they got here. • knowing where he would work until Patricia Coordinator Tina D'Orazio gaining experi­ goal. "I learned about the inner workings of a For more information on internship oppor­ Morris, the internship director at the Ireland ence working on projects like the M1V Movie senate office," Moore said. "It helped me tunities students are encouraged to visit Craig school, placed him at the O'Callaghan Hotel Awanis, the M1V Music Awanis and Model understand what I need to do as a politician Cunningham at extention 2388. t ...... October 1999 • THE PULS.E • Page 7 ..a> ~ome Away From Home: Living in a Dorm !Jy VERONICA ROMPS, the bathrooms, students agree that they are ~BARON HARRINGTON kept cleaner than last year but still are in need ~taft Writers of some work. Over the summer, the Residence Hall "The new paint jobs in the rooms, includ­ ~ssociation made improvements to the irig the borders have added some color to the lorms. The rooms and halls were all repaint­ rooms," sophomore Melody Posada said. ~ and wallpaper borders were added to some "The bathrooms have also been a lot cleaner. !OOIDS. . RHA did a great job." "l think the rooms look much better with Students residing in the Lynn dorms feel Lders. It brings more life to them," sopho­ the roommate situation is a real problem. LaSt lnore Kelly Niznansk:y said. year, there were two students per room with Although there weren't any changes to two closets, two beds, and two desks. A third roommate has been added along with anoth­ er bed and desk, with nothing done about Residence~ closet space. Some students do not have Kenny Heoctrickson, Director enough room to store their belongings. 237-7233 "My feelings on three people to a room Sally Cava~. Admin. eo&tdinator are strong ones;" junior John Ballbock said. 237-7236 "As much money as the school is receiving, I Residence Hall Director& would think there Kat Collins, Lynn 231-7954 should be sufficient "I think the Karla Cordero, Trinity 237-7235 donning for stu­ VA Hayman, de Hoemle 237-7234 dents. The tradi­ rooms look Tony Riccio, Freiburger 237-7955 tional two to a much better Reeldence Aaalatanta room should be with borders. deHoernle held. We, as stu­ It brings more Steve Penza (A101) 237-7652 dents; need our FILE PHOTO space to be the best life to them." Jon Timbrel! (8101) 237-7679 R.As prepare barbecue for students at the Freiburger Residence Hall. Philimon Ketshabile (C101) 237-n07 that we can be." Jennifer Ludwig (0202) 237-n49 Other students F1'81burger agree, "It's very kelly niznansky "Living on campus can although they are away from home, someone Usa Scala (1101) 237-7412 cramped and sophomore be the ultimate living on campus is there for them at anytime. Krtsty Ann Murphy (21 01) 237-7434 there's not enough experience," said Kenny Each dorm houses different~. Jorge Botello (31 01) 237-7462 room for everyone Hendrickson, the director The Count and Countess de Hoernle Sergio Sancho (4101) 237-7498 to live comfort- of Residence Life. He is in Resident Hall bas, as does every other resi­ Lynn ably," sophomore Jaime Gottlieb said. . charge of the management of the four dormi- dent hall, a television lounge and a computer Andreia Brunstein (109) 237-7526 Living on campus can provide students tories on campus. · lab. The Office of Residence Life, the Mariuche Harth (215) 237-7548 with knowledge and experiences about other Each dorm is supervised by a Residence Mailroom and the Health Center are located Rob Czyszczon (315) 237-7576 cultures and ways of living. 8 You get to know Hall Director who takes care of the daily in this building. Trinity a lot of people from different countries, • said needs of the students. They advise and help The Eugene M. and Christine E. Lynn Chantal Vickers (T126) 237-7599 sophomore Juan Lopez. them if they have any problems. Residence Center has the fitness center, the Elaine Russell (T208) 2377606 Going away to college is often the first Paraprofessionals, who ·are full-time stu­ Betsey H. Freiburger Residential Complex Tara Kelly (308) 237-7630 ti{ne many students live away from their par- dents, work as Resident Assistants. R.A.s has academic faculties offices and the Trinity ents. make sure that students living on campus and Residence Hall contains the the Career on their respective wing or floor, feel that, Development Center. ( NOVEMBER 1· ( OCTOBERl. - 1 Earty Registration-Spring 11 Veteran's Day- No Class Laser Storm 21 AAW: Kala Beck from MTV 2 Coffeehouse: Fran Snyder 12 ·blat day to~~ 24 Football Dolphins v. Eagles Las Olas Bus Trtp Advising Week 3 Knights at the Movies 15 S.A.I.L. Leaders Workshop 25 S.A.I.L. Leaders Workshop 26 Eight-ball Pool Tournament 5 Key West Trip 16 Talent Jam

27 Knight Cafe Student Government Association Week Knight Cafe 8 Faculty Appreciation Day 18 28 Honors Convocation 9 SGA Open Forum 19 SAB Concert: BLOO 29 Sigma Halloween Bash National Family Volunteer 10 Nine-ball Pool Toumament 20 30 Universal Studios Trip WorkDay 'Page 8 • THE PULSE • Octobet 1999 EDITORIALS Wake Up! These are the rules! ever unnecessary you may regardless of age, it is illegal to walk rules and regulations at around outside with an open contain­ ey are still the rules. And er of alcohol. ·If caught, your ID will more than ever, the university is seri­ be confiscated along with your liquor ous about enforcing them. and taken to the office of residence Recently, residence life has dis­ life where you will be written up and covered several animals living in required to see the Judicial Board. If dorm rooms. Whether you feel that a you are caught with drugs, you are cat, dog, snake or goat may be an given 24 hours to pack up and leave. appropriate pet for your room, the The drug policy has been university has valid reasons for pro­ enforced more than ever as seen by hibiting any animals other than fish. the number of students expelled last We're not sure this is what is year and the number this year. Is get­ meant by Animal House. ting high worth the loss of tuition and Drinking is another frequently the disappointment of your parents? broken rule. Many students drink and Now, you can go back to sleep. Making Campus Life Work .Who handles our concerns? When life gives you lemons, e are things we love and machine never seems to work. The it's time to make lemonade thi that we don't. Most complaints · few washers and dryers that it has, t Pulse concern the cafeteria's may not wash or dry completely. Recently, I have learned that I am the It's not what happens to us that is impor­ overcrowding which causes a wait For questions or suggestions per­ only one responsible for my life. After being tant anyway; it's what we do about it. When for food and ·limited seating. taining to·either the sprinklers or involved in a relationship that wasn't work­ bad times come, we can let them make us ing, I found myself playing victim. I allowed bitter or use them to make us better. Thumbs Up: We applaud steps laundry facilities, contact the office the relationship to continue because of my There is this hidden asswnption that life already taken to help alleviate this of Tom Heffernan,Dean qf concern for what should be fair and then we resent it when it's problem. More seating has been pro­ Administration, at ~tension 7270- the other person not. vided and an additional food station Thumbs Down: There are not thought. I was LIFE'S NOT FAIR. So what. afraid they would . has been added to accommodate enough spots in the upperclassmen think that I was more students. lot to share between students and fac­ selfish or heartless. THE PULSE Thumbs Up: We welcome Lizzie ulty, especially if underclassmen con­ I began to feel OF LYNN UNIVERSITY back to work, she was greatly tiD.uously park there. trapped and help­ 3601 North Military Trail Boca Raton, Florida 33431 missed. Thumbs Up: Nighttime shuttles less, like this per­ son had control (561) 237-7345 Thumbs Down: The cafeteria from the North lot. www.pulse@ lynnedu over my decisions. hours and selection of food still need Thumbs Down: What about the This cost me my Natalie Smith Andrela Brunsteln improvement. The Food Service security of our cars? There needs to Natalie Smith - own happiness and Edltor·in·Chfef Managlllg Er.lltor committee handles any concerns or be more lighting in all of the lots and Editor in Chief my integrity. Melanie Samson suggestions students have. Meetings more patrolling in the north lot. Rather than being Deana Canedo News Ed11ors a victim, I decided I could be responsible for Carlau Boehm F'eawre Editor are held every other week, look for The Student Government Nathan Murray ' sports ,Editor what was wrong with this relation.ship. I am Michael Campbell Entertainment Er.lltor postings of the next meeting. Association is in the process of form­ responsible for how I react to what life Lauren S¢1colone Academics Editor Florlanna .Acosta fntematf<>t!al Editor Other concerns include the follow­ ing a parking committee to handle throws at me. This gives me·the power to Hillary Hunter BusineSs M · i!lg: these issues. Also, concerns may be change whatever isn't working in my life. Simon Valnrub Advert/Sjf1g M • ' • · Thumbs Down: Walking through directed towards Paul Turner, Dean Our culture sees responsibility as holding guilt or blame. What if it's as simple as the campus and suddenly being attacked of Students at extension 7245. willingness to be accountable for our by the sprinklers. Thumbs Down: The library is the ·actions? There are two places to be: Life is Thumbs Down: Some sprinkler only computer lab where you must doing it to me or I am doing it to my life. heads are facing parked cars, pay to print. Charles Kuhn, Library After all, who can change my life anytime I entrances to buildings, and sidewalks. Director, at extension 7067, handles wish? Me. · Every person and all the events of This is such a waste, especially when library concerns. my life are here because I have drawn them they are still on while it is raining. Thumbs Down: The deletion of to me. What I choose to do with them is up Thumbs Up: A handicap accessi­ student email accounts and changes tome. ble washer/dryer was added to the made to addresses without consent. I have had foolish ideas about who I am laundry room. Contact Chris Bonaforte at extension and many rigid rules about how my life should be lived. I made a decision to be open The change 7164. Thumbs Down: and maybe even vulnerable and do exactly

Lynn University admits students of any race, color, gender, religion, national and ethnic origin to an the rights, privileges, what I want and tell people exactly how 1 programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Lynn University does not discrim­ feel. Sure, that's risky. But are we truly liv­ inate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national and ethnic origin, disability or age in administration of its educa­ tional policies, admission policies, scholar and loan programs, and athletic and or other school administered programs. ing if there isn't risk involved? Review by HILLARY llUNTER you, you can protect yourself." Fashion Editor Donovan's costume is not like Miami Catholic school is in session at the post Vatican ll nuns, "with their the Broward Center for the little headbands and polyester Carnival '99 Performing Arts. suits," she says. The Sister is If you arrive late, expect to be dressed in an old-fashioned fmed, When you answer a nun's habit which is meant to showcases question, you are ordered to remind the members of the stand and begin every audience of the ailthority island crafts response with "Sister." If she has over them since you are chewing gum, · they are her students. culture, food don't be surprised if the The show is ~ilari­ Sister tells you to dispose ous even if you are By MIKEY DREAD CAMPBELL of it in a napkin. · not Catholic. Those Entertainment Editor You become part of who attended Catholic the show in Late Night school are bound to Excitement fills the air. There are people everywhere and lots of Catechism. The uproarious relate to the Sister's interactive one-woman show violent mood swings. If them. The sun is out in full force. It is a gorgeous day. was written by Maripat Donovan not, they will be happy they did­ Today the streets along Opa and Vicki Quade. The two-week n't even though the Sister Photo by MIKEY DREAD CAMPBELL Locka Airport in North West Miami run opened Oct. 4 as part of the reminds her class many ti"mes Costumes form a major part of remain open to the public as a corri­ Off Broadway On Center play that "those who went to public Carnival '99. dor of cultural unity. The islands series at th~ Amaturo Theater of school had parents who didn't come out in massive numbers con­ Trinidad-hom Peter Minshall is the Broward Center for the care about them." verging on the scene, a true sign of considered a pioneer and driving Performing Arts in Fort Don't miss this entertaining regional solidarity. force in this domain and is recog­ Lauderdale. play or the others which are full nized internationally for his Donovan, the show's star and ofgood-naturedlaughs.For It is a beauty to behold 200,000 people of all races gathering involvement in carnival through the CQ,.creator, portrays a Catholic more information about the play together ·peacefully to witness and ages and most recently for his con­ nun who tries to make people and all other performances at the tribution to the opening dance laugh while she explains Catholic Broward Center call the Box participate in the final Miami Carnival of the century. This year choreography at the Atlanta doctrine. The Sister is teaching a Office at 954-468-3326. marks the 15th anniversary of the Olympic games. Minshall's flair catechism class in which the audi­ Late Night Catechism begins Caribean Mardi Gras. and flamboyance is steadily taking ence becomes the students. In the Broward Center's play series. Despite the legacy of the pitch this culture beyond racial and cul­ two hours the sister attempts to Others scheduled perfqrmances lake and oil refinery in the South tural borders. explain the li':es of saints, while include the musical, I Love Yo~ and the world famous Maracas Bay "Pan is the only musical instru- stopping for questions. You're Perfect, which runs Dec.9 beach on the North Coast, today the ment invented in the 20th century, 11 If you are lucq enough to be which could be a glow-in-the-dark through Jan. 9; The Male Intellect.: gala and said Ian Broo~--a called on, .you better answer cor­ rosary or even a crucifix with a An Oxymoron, runs Feb.8-20; and 1 ication native Trinidadian rectly. You wouldn't want to miss built-in hidden knife "in case God Shear Madness runs Marc"h 29 to of carnival now living in South out on winning a special prize gets distracted while protecting April30. takes center Miami Florida. stage. Today Carnival '99 ·is It is Winston the masses "Spree" Simon who converge on one of the took the sound abfitJe ftll the Opa Locka from the dust bin airport grounds most colorful covers and put it on What does your roommate do that bothers you and how do you handle it? for their annual the oil drums Compiled by Unnie Oliver and Mia Sellis through special retreat. Today ~ m- events in it's celebration heat treatment and time. SOUth Florida. ingenious tech- 'It's like a niques. A phenom­ theatre in the enon mastered, streets," said originated and Earl Brooks, a native Trinidadian patented in Trinidad. musician as he explains the scenes To Earl Brooks who spent 25 masquerading by. "Carnival is con­ years playing mas with the Trinidad sidered the solution to racial dis­ All Stars. "Carnival is a freedom of crimination. It is peaceful here; a people that hit the streets on carni­ everyone is safe. 11 val day to let out all their frusqa..­ There are more than 25 tions and problems, he said. "The •J I~ with my "Nothing, 11ive "My roommate "My roommate ~He's shaver Masquerade bands competing for pan men take out their frustrations sister. She ts With five room· never ctearts. I complains too h.~ He the coveted title of King of on the instruments while the masses constantly on mates, .00 we ~veto bribe muchsoltum shave& his Carnival. The carnival parade con­ take theirs out on whining,-jumping the phone wtltl never have any her with up the music body hair and sists of floats, bands and sound-sys­ and drinking." herbpyfrief'lc;1ln ~S, drink$. loud 'and does not Clean tems on tractor trailers circling the Miami Carnival '99 is undoubt­ New'Yortt. f Can I:~ is c:hattQe the It up.~ streets exhibiting their creativity edly one of the most colorful events never get' on the peaoeflll." Senior aubject.~ ltneOI'UMthe IWollne Sopholllcn and stops at the main stage in the in South Florida and despite bring­ phone I b<)· W1 Senior Morten Triska IOphomcn Mlk8.Browdy park for the finale. Miami Carnival ing in huge revenues to the city of my roOm,. a Krlltenleft lntar'Mtlonal MldOII,...... ,. Prado 8toloSW Queen 1999 is 18-year-old Serena Miami, remains a very peaceful book, 81'n0ktl~ lntel'ndonal 8ulinea Silva from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. A place to be. take a showef.• Communlcldlone beautiful and charismatic teenager Just in case you missed this dra­ she propels her group Generation matic event you can get a final taste X into spotlight by snatching this when Carnival takes to the streets year's title with the theme, of Key West, Oct 22-30 among the "Brasilia." Halloween festivities. !! 10 • THE PULSE eOotober 1999 =>aving the road to stardom

ByN.UKEYDREADCAMPBELL duo Milli Vanilli, who faked their way up the suc­ Entertainment Editor cess ladder &Jld even won a Grammy! Their luck Oh ! So you want to get in the music ran out a couple years ago and the embarrassing TilE NOTE business? That's Ok, because you are not experience was a lesson in itself. FROM MIKEY DREAD alone. What is required comes down to a combination The road to stardom as a of who you know, being in the right place at the singer, songwriter, musician, right time and most definitely having a demo tape l. Make • ckmO ~~ 110 ihat producer, artist, group or so that you can play your song to someone, to ou ha omething cangibJc copy band is not a rosy one. If prove your legitimacy as a singer/songwriter/musi­ 1ght and lo howcue your won:. you are too anxious, or cian and to show your unique style of delivery. ~. c pyngh (I 20 by contACting tho naive you will be It's always good to be able to write your own Jmted Stales Olpyrigbt Office. Ubnry exploited. One has to lyrics. When you sing ano~er person's song, then :ongn:s t 202 707-3000 have stamina, perse­ most of the income earned goes to the writer. The verance, humility writer owns the copyright, that is ownership of the ' Know tbe meamng of intellectual property and a lot of self song. Should the song become a hit, used in a Mtkey Draul listens to _track~ ln a 24-­ aaet about mailiaa ll copy of confidence. movie soundtrack (called synchronization rights), track rrcording studio. L ...... ,... "('001'1D80 oopynJht" m According to or used in a commercial for radio or television, the the Director of royalties 'earned goes directly to the writer as a Contact the following ~for Office Operations performance royalty and another portion goes information on the.ir services toJd:i:$ts/musi at The Royalty towards the copyright oWnership or publishing of ciansf composers. and nt ~: Network the song. AFM (Ameriean JJ'ederaUon of Incorporated in The artist benefits as a result of the exposure Musidaas) New York, generated from the popularity of the music and can 212-869 1330 Renato Olivari, use this to get live bookings and make some quick ASCAP (American Sodity otCo~ "You have to cash. In general the bulk of the money comes from Anthon and Publllbers) make a decision the publishing. 212-595 30SO if you are in it Never ever sell out your publishing or copy­ www.ascap.com because it is a pas­ right ownership. This is your ~nsion. Do not part sion, or to make a with it. Music has a strange way of coming around BMI (Broadcast Mulie ~ living from it and again, so there is always a second chance to get a ' M1ami: 30~-266-3636 w bnri. om proceed accordingly. hit. Stay with it and be Always strive for your goal in life; don't give RIAA tn.e Reeordlag ludustry persistent. • Right up. For a new artist getting in the music industJ;y, ~OD of4ma'ka) here on campus there is a "The hardest problem is money and connections," ~o.tlll $500. new generation of record­ said Russell Gedeon a Business Management stu- - a.jllij'~ ~ything l.ROJe your ing artists emei:ging. One is dent, speaking about getting your feet in the door. 212..889-6500 n:ittM apJQVal. 'l1le permission Kenrood "Cool Daddy" Sterling However, Fashion Marketing major Demet www roynacom ranted to IIJ.l10ile 'k) sign. on your who has just completed his multi Koc sees if another way. "There are so many peo­ SESA lncorpontrd ehalf or spend Jour cash wfth­ · flavored debut album of Hip hop, ple who have great voices but they won~t become www.sesac.com utyour~approval Reggae and world music. His advice for popular because they are not fashionable;" she 212-586 34~6tS-320 0055 I called •"'""'" .· other new artists is to·"Be in it for the love said. ''The audience and fans want to see their f.JUorney. SGA ('l1le Solac Wrltm Guild of and not for the money. stars as role models, people with different looks AIMrtca) In the music business as it is today, talent is as they want to imitate the fashion trends that 21~1108 not all that's required. You may have heard of the these performers set." TEAM HARID Violinist Sylvia Kim complements the ·performance

~. vte;:,~,DANIEL MARKELL playing at once can create such a beautiful classical music. The faster the orchestra One point he did make that was interest­ sound. went, the faster my brain thought; I could not ing was found in Copland's "Saturday Night Teamwork is not just found on baseball The Only 'T' in this team was 14-year-old even keep up. Waltz." The composer wrote one part to give onds or in corporate offices. Oct. 2 it sensation Sylvia Kim who accompanied the The "Bolero" rendition was my least the au

By MARTHA LENG years before playing for Lynn his But baseball is only one of the Special to The Pulse last two years. pro sports found in South Florida. Most students wait for profes­ He signed as a free agent in June Georgina Mejia has worked as· a sional sports until graduation, but 1996 for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. time-keeper for the Miami Fusion some do not wait that long. Everard He played m Butte, Mont.for the since the team was established in Griffiths, Georgina Mejia and opper Kings, Hudson Valley, N.Y. 1998. Andrew Slater all have ties to pro for the Renegedes, and in Her job at the Fusion consists of sports. Charleston with the River Dogs. In keeping time of each team's posses­ Griffiths was a pitcher for the 1998 he played for the St. Pul sion of the ball. "We let the televi­ Tampa Bay Devil Rays for two Saints. sion people know if there is a years. He started playing baseball Since he is injured he decided to change of players or· if there is a when he was 9 years old with a finish his education at Lynn. goal, they can announce it to the Photo by CARLA CORDERO goal of being in the major leagues. Andrew Slater also has ties with viewers," she said. Robert Czyszczon and Mark Johnson prepare for crew team practice. The senior decided to major in profess.ional baseball, but he was a Although her work is done communications as a secondary batboy and not a player with the behind the cameras, the experience Crew team is latest addition option. "If I do not Florida she is acquiring will help her in her make it into the Marlins. career to be a journalist. "I know to athletic department major leagues, I He flew how to report a ·live sports event need to have a down now. She volunteere4 because of By MIKE BRIDGES events. While rowers provide the back-up option from her interest n sports." I like sports Staff Writer power to move a rowing shell, the which is my N e w and I like to play basketball," she Rowing is a sport that requires coxswain (cox) is an integral part of education. Hampshire said. teamwork, dedication, physical, as a successful ~w. He/she is respon­ Everard for the World Peter Weinstein completed }tis well as mental strength and sible for bringing all the rowers said he Series and was internshjp with the Philadelphia endurance. together, steering the straightest has there for Flyers and now works with the Students who have these charac- course possible and providing the Florida Panthers. His boss in teristics and want to enter collegiate motivation necessary for a crew to to be Pennsylvania contacted the sports at a competitive level, can the perform at their best. · Coxswains "realis­ Panthers who said they join Lynn Crew. Rowers tradition- typically weigh below 125 pounds. tic. Only 1 games. had an opening and ally come from a wide variety of ~y must steer and direct the crew puccmt of minor 1, 2, 6 and 7. Weinstein was hired. athletic and non-adiletic back- from inside the boat. As with ro leaguers make it to As abatboy Up north he worked grounds. ing, there i'> no expenence requH d the major leagues." for the visiting in the public relations "It's the only collegiate sport . to becoming a coxswain. After graduating team who plays ·department. He worked where you donit have to be a pro- Crew team members can join at from high school he was draft­ the Marlins, he with the players during train­ fessional to play," senior Corey any time. The team meets in front of ed by the San Francisco Giants spends nearly an entire day ing camp and kept statistics and Hipscher said. "But you can still the de Hornle Gym on Mondays, in the 16th round. He said he at the ballpark. "For a 7 p.m. scores for updates on the computer. promote school spirit and be a part Wednesdays and Fridays at 5:30 did not sign becuase he was game I have to be there at 1 "My work with the Flyers gave of a team." p.m. and again on Sundays at 8 a.m. not offered enodgh money. p.m.," he said, "and I leave me more knowledge about pro . Senior Dan Rosenstein agrees. Practice lasts two hours and will 'There's lots of pressure, and it's" around 2 a.m:" sports," he said. '1 s.aw fust-hand "Rowing is a lot of fun. It's great take place at Pioneer Park on Dixie not worth it if you don't make it." he He says his career has been pos­ what teams do."With the Panthers exercise, and it's a great way to Highway until a more convenient said. itively influences by this associa­ he is in media relations. He inter­ unwind after class." location is found. He decided school was more tion. "I have learned how to com­ views players, updates the scores The Lynn University Men's and For more information, please important and played ball at Miami municate professionally and in a during the game and types in quotes Women's Crew Team compete in contact Karla Cordero or Mike at Dade Community College for two professional situation." after the game. both heavyweight and lightweight x7605 or e-mail at [email protected]. Athletes earn top scores GRADE A: in c·lassroom, on the field ' By VALERIE SMITH ular basis. _In the spring of 1998, 16 my academic work since I am on Staff Writer athletes had a GPA of 4.0, 48 had scholarship." ickin Athletes are not only ranked GPAs between 3.5-3.9, and 52 had Study halls help some athletes high in their sports divisions, but GPAs between 3.0·3.4. maintain their GPAs. "I keep my also in their academic classes. "I go to class on a regular basis grades up by going to our mandato­ According to Dick Young, the ry study hall held every Sunday athletic director, the athletic grade "It's an incentive not to go night." said junior Rob Rizzo,. a point average for Lynn is ranked to study hall on member of the baseball team. One among the top in the NCAA. Wednesday nights." of the i:ules on the baseball team is For the spring semester 22 stu­ rob rizzo that if they have below a 3.0 GPA, dents had a GPA of 4.0, 35 stu­ baseball player they must attend another study hall If IPIAftQT' c dents had a GPA between 3.5-3.9. held on Wednesday nights as well and ~8 students had a GPA of as attending Sunday study hall. 152 N. W. 20th Street, Boca Raton £' between 3.0-3.4, for all sports com­ and study very hard," said senior '1t's an incentive not to go to (Next to Booksmart) bined. Marie Kolbert, a member of the study hall on Wednesday nights, so 561-750-3380 Jeff Schal~ sports information National Championship women's I try to make the best grades pos.si­ director, says this happens on a reg- ·soccer team. "I must stay on top of ble," Rizzo said. CREW COMES TO CAMPUS Read about the newest collegiate sport at Lynn. Page 10

Rising to the top • Freshman Dean Wilson lights up-soccer scoreboard -

By NATHAN MURRAY lose to Southern Sports Editor · Connecticut that Beginning the season with somewhat of a early in the season Growing Pains slower start than they are accustomed to, the let us know how As Lynn continues to grow and ever men's soccer players have begun to hit their far we need to go expand its campus and studen.t body, there ningstride and extend a four-game win streak in order to go all seems to be more and more little growing to secure a place in the postseason. the way in the pains the on campus athletes have to deal The Knights opened the season ranked playoffs." with. third in the nation in Division n and rose to That loss and a We as a student body are all starting to the occasion winning their first five games. tie against confer­ feel the ramifications of the university's Their hopes of completing a back-to-back ence rival Barry Photo By DAISUKE TAKIZAWA decision to expand. Lack of space is becom­ undefeated regular season . were quickly dropped the Scoring leader Dean Wilson bas wasted no time making his presence ·ing m~re and more apparent in our everyday washed away when the men fell to number Knights down to felt in his ftrst year competing in the NCAA. lives here at school. Many of us are living one ranked three to a room designed for two. Parking Southern Wilson who has recorded points in almost for the students and faculty has turned into a Connecticut in the "That was a wake up cal! for all fourth in the every match with 26 points so far ( 12 goals, 2 NASCAR race with other would be parkers Nike Tournament of us." nation but has not assists). He has remained of the Sunshine .lho compete for spots. And finally, we've of. Champions in slowed their State Conference scoring leaders. come to scarcity of space in our own mall­ September. sean pendelton momentum so far Wilson and the rest of the team will have room. "That was a coach as the men have their cards laid out before them in the _coming Due to lack of enough mailboxes for all wake up call for answered with a weeks when they take on key conference of the school's on campus students, the ath­ all of us," said four game win opponents St. Leo, Tampa, and Rollins. Good letes on the baseball and men's soccer teams bead· ctPach Sean streak. results in these fmal season matches will have had to give up then current mailboxes Pendlelon. "Our schedule tends to get increas­ The recent wins have mainly been due to determine if the Knights will make another and )lave had to pick up tbefr mail that's ingly harder as .the season progresses, so to the Knights · freshman scoring threat Dean appearance in the year's playoffs. been forwarded to their coaches. • Has it .{eally come to this? Can it tie any­ more eVi-dent that there is .i'tlst not enough New-found confidence leads to wins space for the amount of people the 8chool · has decided to let in? No matter how well the uniVersity's ath­ • Women's volleyball team off to best start in program's history leiic teams do in their seasons, how much they achieve, or how much prestige they By MIKE PASSAFIUME win. S~ a team still might beat way, especially my teammates bring to the school by continually winning Staff Writer us, but instead of a quick three that where here when this pro­ year after year, it seems they are underirunoo· After finding itself mixed in game match, we are starting to gram got started," Fantozzi said. by how they are treated on their home turf. with another coaching change, push teams to the limit." "The first couple of seasons we The national champion women's soccer the women's volleyball team has Returning members Luciana lacked confidence as a team, but team and tennis teams still have no ldcker looked past everything in the last Freire and Kristin Fantozzi lead this season we seem to have a lot rooms, nor do the b~p~~l;l~ or golf two seasons and are now fmding the Knights with a potent one-two more confidence and we don't '~And if the school decides to let more ways to win matches. combination. Freire came joined accept losing." people in, will these teams have to deal Off to the program's best start the squad last year as a freshman Confidence will change the without mailboxes as well? in history and currently with a 6- from Rio de Janiero, Brazil and mindset of any team, and it was New mailboxes have been ordered and 5 overall record; the Lady led the team in most of the offen­ evident in the Lady Knights come the current mailroom is planned to undergo Knights are beginning to turn sive statistical categories last sea­ from behind win at home against some renovation, making the mail situation some heads in the athletic pro­ son. And this year she's picked Rollins College. Behind 2-1 temporary, and hopefully if all goes as gram and have a new attitude to up where she left off, leading the matches, the women battled back planned, more boxes will have been their matches.. squad in 4.32 kills, 2.82 digs, and and found a way to prevail in five installed by the time you are reading this wBefore we used to be highly 0.68 blocks per game. games winning 15-4 and 15-13 in article. overmatched and most times we Fantozzi, whoe has been on the final two matches. But how long do the athletes continuall­ would get beat in three or four the squad since its beginning, has "In years past I'm almost pos­ hy have to take the brunt end of the stick games, but now we are much gone through all three head itive that we would've folded, but everytime the univmity decides to make deeper then we have ever been, • coaching changes, yet is bpti­ this season this team has a whole Photo by STEFANO PAPALOS changes concerning-the on campus student said second-year starter Valerie mistic for this particular season. new attitude when we come to life at Lynn? Kristin Fantozzi returns for Cardinale, wooing into games we "The entire team looked for­ play," said junior Annemarie Only time and season records will tell. her third year. are starting to believe that we can . ward to getting this season under- Cardinale.