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By Allison Lozada “I’ve been working at NJCU for anti-Semitic, both of which the [With additional reporting by 42 years…and have never been painting is not.” the Gothic Times staff] confronted by anything like this Causing almost as much of a stir until that painting,” said Art Pro- as the painting itself was the reac- painting by an NJCU art fessor Raymond Statlander. “It’s tion of the art department, which student that was briefly an error for people to have the removed the painting shortly after Adisplayed in the Art build- platform for this. I wouldn’t give Statlander’s objections. While ing and then taken down has racism a platform.” some students on campus feel the caused a stir among art students Statlander said he felt the paint- move was an attempt to censor and faculty. ing was racist. When asked what the artist, officials with the Art Entitled “Mommy I Hate Them, he felt the artist was trying to con- Department claim that the work Too,” the painting by Daniel vey, he replied “It’s a direct paint- needed a clearer context in which Ruiz, 24, of Bayonne portrayed ing: The Jews killed Christ.” He to be displayed. a girl holding a picture that con- compared the display of the paint- “When it was taken down, the sists of a cross that had fruits sur- ing to screaming “fire” in a the- intent was not to remove it perma- rounding it, with the words “The atre. nently, or even for a long period Juice killed Jesus” scrawled “I never thought that the paint- of time,” said Prof. Herb Rosen- below. ing would cause even a slight berg, chair of the Art Department. Ruiz created the piece for a final stir,” said the artist Ruiz. “One “There was never an intent to cen- review in a color theory class professor was disgusted by it. He sor, but rather provide a dialogue taught by Professor Gerardo Cas- told me the work was hateful and Continued on page 2 tro. “I instructed all the students that the portrait should exemplify an approach of having content and story from which we can develop a series of paintings for our final review,” Castro said. He added that he never tells the students what they must paint – simply that the work must demonstrate the skills taught in the course. “I did not find the painting of- fensive at all,” Castro said. “The painting symbolically teaches us that we cannot become overzeal- ous and consumed by hate and not jump to conclusions about Photo by Kory Martinez others without having dialogue.” The artwork by Daniel Ruiz which was taken down from a display At least one other professor felt Photo by Kory Martinez in the Art department has caused some students to claim censor- Close up of the art piece which has caused controversy. differently. ship. $9K for Trustees’ tablets? LOL with Vince Royale By Anthony Miles Los Angeles hot spots and By Katherine Guest and New York night clubs for the Monir Khilla oi Rivera was always past four years. When asked ew Jersey City University the class clown, why he decided on the name (NJCU) recently pur- though he never change, he laughed and said chased brand new tablets R N thought comedy would be his “to be discreet and to avoid for the Board of Trustees (BOT) career. Better known by his having to make student loan meetings. The purchases are an at- stage name, Vince Royale, payments.” tempt to save money in paper the former NJCU marketing Royale is extremely down- costs. However, students are upset major turned “Funniest Co- to-earth and full of charisma that the money isn’t being used to median in Southern Califor- and he has an uncanny ability repair technological shortcomings nia,” has been performing in on campus. Continued on page 8 University President Hernandez confirmed he was the ultimate de- In this issue of The Gothic Times… cision maker when it came to the purchase of the tablets. He also google images News 2-4 A Macbeth with an NJCU twist consulted with Rafael Perez, Samsung Galaxy 10.1 Tablet Goodbye Renata Taken by Storm Chair of the Board. There was no Loop shuttle missed a stop Features 8-9 official vote during the Board of In an e-mail interview, Phyllis [the BOT meeting]. The tablets NJCU recieves millions for STEM Become a tutor Trustees meetings. Szani. Assistant Vice President for are used by the board members Give a Chance Foundation news Family: all it needs is love “I am promoting environmental- Information Technology (IT), only during the board meeting.” Lifestyle 5 Simply Feel Better ism,” said President Hernandez. confirmed the purchase of 15 The 15 new 32GB Samsung Style your shape Declutter, don’t crash When asked how many mem- tablets and said, “The tablets are Galaxy 10.1 tablets were first Pre-date rituals Celebrating Black History Month bers received the tablets, Hernan- housed in the IT department in a used during the December 2011 Leap year, for better or worse Losers on a winning streak dez said nine. secure location. The IT depart- BOT meeting. The market price Art & Entertainment 6-7 Editorial/Opinion/Advice 10-11 ment is responsible for repairs. for the tablet is $589. The total However, upon further investi- Black Maria Film & Video Festival The tablets are made available by Sports 12 gation there were a total of 15 Albums you should listen to tablets ordered. IT staff and retrieved thereafter Continued on page 2 Page 2 The Gothic Times February 15, 2012 NEWS Goodbye Renata, we’ll miss you! Art piece rejected Continued from page 1 would only be offended if it was By Husniyah Ford bad craftsmanship and, in his about the issues that were poten- opinion, the piece was “very pro- ssistant Director for tially incendiary. These needed to fessional.” special projects and be discussed in a university Kory Martinez, 25, painting and Astudent activities, Re- forum.” drawing major from Newark, said nata Moreira has left the NJCU Rosenberg said the original dis- “His whole thing behind the community. Future marital play lacked any meaningful con- painting is more of what people plans have relocated her to San text, with no commentary about teach their children and also what Francisco, California. With her the work and no way for the artist little kids see their parents doing, many contributions to NJCU to share his thinking about what whether it’s hate.” and other local communities, the work portrayed. Rosenberg When asked what was the mes- Moreira is recognized as a dy- added that he thought in addition sage she got from the painting namic educator, activist and to displaying the artwork that Victoria Ducap, 19, biology mentor. there should be a major from Bay- Though now on the west forum for stu- onne said, “To coast, Moreira plans to con- dents and faculty show that kids tinue her pursuit of a PhD de- to discuss the don’t know any gree, never forgetting her painting and its better and that if decade long career and experi- possible inter- they’re raised ences with NJCU. pretations. with better guid- “Leaving was a bitter-sweet “I was pre- ance, they’d decision,” Moreira said. “I am pared to re-hang know the differ- excited to start a new phase it and provide ence.” with my loved one where we some additional “It’s borderline can be closer to nature, live a necessary con- offensive be- healthier lifestyle and maybe text,” said cause a child learn to slow down enough to Rosenberg, but doesn’t know smell the flowers, you know?” after the painting any better," Moreira was welcomed into was taken down, B r a n d o n the NJCU family in 2001 as an Ruiz subse- Littlepage, 21, academic advisor and testing quently took it business man- coordinator. In wasn’t until home. agement major 2005 that Moreira became the Regardless of Photo by Kory Martinez from Magnolia. the intent of the After the painting by Daniel When asked if Assistant Director for Special Photo provided by Renata Moreira Ruiz was taken down an upset Projects and Student Activities Renata Moreira with her cake. Art department, Castro agreed many students student posted this comment where she coordinated state- where the piece was originally with the depart- have reacted an- ment’s decision to wide conferences, advised to work here after graduation, forward to enjoy life.” displayed. SGO, chaired the LGBTQ and grily to the origi- take down the I ended up falling in love with Considering Moreira’s fear- nal decision to piece, he said Ally Taskforce, and co-chaired our student population and less personality, passion and the Women’s History Month remove it. “No, I did not agree. What was stayed much longer than I ini- dedication, her commitment to “This is not high school any- missing from all of this was a Committee. As an adjunct pro- tially thought I would,” Mor- teach and serve have not gone fessor, Moreira also taught first more. We are adults and, quite democratic process, a necessary eira said. unrecognized by the NJCU frankly, I have read worse in my process that creates a dialogue for year experience and interdisci- With a campus community student body. plinary courses. Workshops history books,” said Lauren all involved to reach a decision so rich in diversity, one is sure “It’s a shame that she’s leav- Evans, 22, Belleville, who is about the painting coming down. promoting leadership and so- to leave with lasting and per- ing. NJCU is losing someone cial justice were also led by seeking her art teacher certifica- Neither I, nor Daniel, were in- haps life changing experi- that really does care about the tion. “The faculty should not be cluded in the process of it coming Moreira. ences. “I confess that our students,” said Hector Rivera, “I first started working here silencing someone else’s work down.” Women’s History Month 22, Education Major from just because they personally do When asked if there’s any for- to expand my professional ex- events, the Annual LGBT Bayonne. perience in student develop- not have the capacity to appreci- mal Art Department policy gov- Pride Flag Raisings, and the “She was always active,” ate it.” erning this type of situation, ment and to figure out what Great Debates always have a said Vanrondall Seabron, 24, would be the most suitable “People should understand that Rosenberg replied “No – special place in my heart,” said Criminal Justice Major from art is controversial because it’s but there will be.” He said the de- graduate program for me,” Moreira. She admits there Newark. Moreira said. supposed to start a conversation,” partment would consider re-hang- being too many for her to As the campus community said Elizabeth Harney, 23, draw- ing the painting, despite the likely She notes that she trusted her name. welcomed Moreira in 2001, NJCU mentors and colleagues ing and painting major from Toms controversy it would again gener- “The LGBT mixer,” said NJCU now bids farewell to a River. ate. in supporting her personal and Shayla Cook, 22, Creative remarkable woman that has professional growth. “As Professor Dennis Dittrich, who “If it’s re-displayed, absolutely Writing Major of Jersey City contributed much to our cam- teaches illustration, said “It was it will generate objections,” he many of our Alums who when asked what she’d miss. pus community in more ways choose, and are lucky enough, beautifully executed,” and that it said, adding “but at a university, “I’ll miss her pulling people than one. wasn’t offensive. Dittrich said he that’s what we try to do.”

ident Hernandez also said, According to Castro, the Christopher Noboa, 21, crimi- to be “Hypocritical. They’re “Since the Board of Trustee SMART board in his Civiliza- nal justice major from Union telling most of the professors Tablets members are volunteers, they tion II class is broken. City said, “Just recycle the not to print out syllabuses. Call deserved the tablets.” Castro said, “The professor paper after every meeting. In- me old school, but I like paper. Continued from page 1 President Hernandez ex- would switch classrooms in the stead of throwing it in the They have to find other ways to plained how the Samsung middle of the class, every week, garbage, just recycle. Have save money.” cost for all the tablets is $8,835. tablets do not affect and are not and every class to show a power meetings in rooms with comput- According to Santiago, profes- The average tablet life ex- related to courses and financial point presentation.” ers.” sors are instead using black- pectancy is no more than three aid. The funds came from the Edwin Escoto, 20, Chemistry Noboa also said that the BOT board and email, which isn’t to five years Information Technology depart- major, from West New York members can rent laptops from easily accessible for all stu- According to Edward Whit- ment. also had the same problem in the computer lab. dents. taker, Board of Trustee member, However, student technology his Human Intercultural Rela- “Why can’t they do that?” Janice Zizzachero, Secretary the BOT meets five times, annu- fees do go to the IT department tions class. questioned Noboa. of the President of Saint Peters ally. budget. “I’ve had classes where I Board of Trustee member College said that the college has “Ultimately I assume and hope According to the NJCU changed rooms because projec- Henry Coleman said, “I can’t not funded tablets for their it saves money in the long run. website, technology fees are tors don’t work, or SMART imagine why they wouldn’t Board of Trustees meetings. In- If in the end it doesn’t save supposed to “support[s] the boards,” said Escoto. “It’s save money. You save money stead members use their per- money, it’s not worth it. We’ll computing infrastructure ridiculous, you’re only going to because there is less time for sonal tablets or laptops, usually see in the long run,” said Perez. throughout the University in- use [the tablets] five times a staff to make copies.” Saint Peter’s hands out papered When asked about how this cluding maintaining and updat- year.” President Hernandez also con- pamphlets. helps solve the university’s ing the labs, student computer Karen DeSoto, Board of sidered the major time factor. It Rutgers University’s board budget problems, Whittaker accounts and internet/network- Trustee member, defended the takes two staff members to also did not purchase electronic said, “The board and President ing connections including wire- move and said that, “This is to carry the briefing books to the tablets during the meetings, are trying their best to mitigate less connections.” reduce paper consumption. De- board meetings, per meeting. according to their Assistant Sec- the situation with the budget.” “To use these tablets five pending on how many resolu- Less time consumption gives retary of the President. However, President Hernan- times a year? [Screw] that!” tions, some packets can be more time for staff and admin- “Don’t buy tablets!” ex- dez said, “Since the 21st century said Juan Castro, 22, Modern upward of hundreds of pages. I istration to discuss and resolve claimed Castro. “Let them buy is the ‘technology era’ [we] will Languages major from Bay- think it will save time. It will be NJCU issues. them themselves rather than continue to use the tablets even onne. “They could use the more efficient for members to Scarlett Santiago, 22, Psychol- using the funds. Maybe a power if the cost doesn’t balance from money to fix stuff around cam- access information more ogy major from North Bergen point presentation. That’s clas- the usual briefing books.” Pres- pus.” quickly.” found the purchase of the tablets sic.” February 15, 2012 The Gothic Times Page 3 NEWS Do you have or are you receiving a college degree that is not in business?

Are you interested in business graduate school but feel unprepared and find the prospect of making up numerous business courses difficult, time consuming, and costly?

Are you trying to advance in the business world without formal business education?

Photo by njcu.edu Shuttle arriving at the Professional Studies building stop. New Jersey City University’s Graduate Business Essentials Loop shuttle missed a stop program may be right for you! By Rafal Rogoza said Winifred McNeil, professor loop shuttle to the athletics center and coordinator of the art teacher since the fall semester. he new loop shuttle serv- certification program. “I haven’t taken it this semes- Graduate Business ice has fallen short of ac- According to Winifred, it’s stu- ter,” said Harshal Shah, 22, digi- Essentials is specifi- Tcommodating students as dent safety that is her main con- tal design and illustration major cally designed to give many claim the shuttle is unreli- cern after an art student was from Jersey City. “Last semester able. assaulted walking to the westside they were pretty good at it, but aspiring graduate The new shuttle route, intro- parking lot in the fall semester. this semester it’s not running as business students a duced by the Public Safety De- Winifred said that the service frequently as possible.” foundation in the es- partment during the fall could improve by providing a According to Hanna there is no semester, is supposed to provide schedule and by putting signs set schedule for the shuttle, “It’s sentials of business. students with convenient trans- near pick up and drop off areas difficult to schedule the loop It is an intense six Photo by clipart.com portation to the visual arts build- because the loop shuttle is bene- shuttle with class schedules be- credit course that ing, athletic center, parking lots ficial to students that carry large cause it continuously runs on it’s and light rail. But long wait bags. route,” meets once weekly for one semester at times and confusing pick up and “We’re student athletes we do If the bus takes a while to arrive the NJCU Harborside campus location. drop off points has many stu- enough running at practice. We at a stop it is commonly due to The program is an immersive educational dents frustrated. rather not walk down to the gym, congestion on the road. “I don’t like their services at all. but it takes so long to get here. It “Sometimes it takes seven min- experience in business including manage- If you ask them to make a stop at would probably be easier to walk utes or sometimes more depend- ment and organization, finance, marketing, the art building they’ll give you down,” said Ashley Obeirne, 20, ing on the traffic flow,” said and business strategy. an attitude,” said Saira Anum, 22, psychology major from Hanna. fine arts major from Jersey City, Woodridge, as she waited for the According to Hanna, the Public who has to carry her art supplies loop shuttle by the professional Safety Department is experi- Graduates of the GBE program typically and portoflio to class. studies building. menting with the service and re- move on to MBA/MS graduate business Anum said she doesn’t use the “I take the shuttle mostly be- searching ways to improve it. programs. GBE will also boost your re- shuttle any more after a driver cause I park on westside. In the Questions and comments about gave her a hard time when she morning it’s not bad but at night the loop shuttle can be directed sume in a very competitive job market. asked to get dropped off by the it takes a while,” said Taylor to Loreen Hanna at 201-200- art building. Setar, 18, accounting major from 2290 or by email at public- For more information or how to apply, “I carry a lot of supplies and Carteret. Setar has ridden the [email protected]. often I’m late for class,” said Na- please contact Ms. Bette Goldstein by talia Montalvo, 21, arts major phone 201- 200- 3230 or from Jersey City. Montalvo said e-mail bgoldstein @njcu.edu art students end up walking to the visual arts building because the shuttle usually stops by the athletic center. When asked why the shuttle skips the art building, parking transportation coordinator Loreen Hanna said it is because of cars parked infront of the Math Club building. “If there is a car parked there and a shuttle stops, any vehicles that are behind are going to go around. We want to avoid any ac- cidents because than we are going to be liable for it,” said Hanna. According to Hanna, the shuttle The Loop Shuttle will operate Monday to Thursday from 8 a.m. - can’t stop infront of the art build- 11 p.m. ing between the hours of 8:00 Due to traffic safety regulations pick up and drop off service for AM and 3:00 PM. The shuttle the VAB, JMAC and the West Side Ave/Culver Avenue Bus Stop provides direct service to the art will be curbside in front of the JMAC Center from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. building from 3:00 PM to 11:00 During the hours of 3 p.m. - 11 p.m., Monday - Thursday, the PM, hours when the street is Loop Shuttle will stop at both the JMAC and VAB. mostly clear of cars because of residential parking rules. Express shuttle service will continue to provide on-demand Join us for our first meeting! service on Fridays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. “I appreciate this service that the University is providing that is NJCU Public Safety Department Escort Rides can be obtained at 02/02 free to the campus community,” anytime by calling 201 - 200 - 3128. GSUB 218 Sound off at GothicTimes.net 3:30 to 4:30 See page 10 for some comments which have already been posted (201) 589-0585 to the website. Page 4 The Gothic Times February 15, 2012 NEWS NJCU receives $9 million for STEM programs By Atilla Azami (HCCC) as $5.3 million was be- The Grants and and NMR Spectrometer. stowed as a cooperative grant to Sponsored Programs Some of the funds will also be t the end of 2011, NJCU both institutions. HCCC and department worked used in supporting Supplemental received $9.2 million NJCU will work in partnership extensively prepar- Instruction as well as developing Afrom the federal govern- to develop the fluidity of trans- ing months in ad- articulation agreements with the ment for STEM (Science, fers between each other as well vance to ensure the Science Departments of sur- Technology, Engineering, Math- as dual admission and dual en- effectiveness of the rounding Associate Degree insti- ematics) programs, its largest rollment programs. proposals for the tutions. grant in history. In an interview with Ruddys grant with notable Dr. Grew said, “[The Grant] is The Title V grant, also known Andrade, Associate Vice Presi- help from Dr. John a small part of a global effort to as Hispanic Serving Institution dent for Academic Affairs and Grew and Dr. Al- reinvigorate entrepreneurial tal- (HSI) program, was ascertained Director of Grants and Spon- berto Pinkas. In one ent based on technology… and despite the stiff national compe- sored Programs, he admitted that of the proposals, help minority and low-income tition with hundreds of other the grant is a direct reflection of NJCU received a students be part of that.” HSIs reaching for the same high demand in the job market perfect score. Some of the improvements will funds. In order to qualify as a that calls for skills which could To help future stu- be available as soon as next HSI, the eligible institution must be procured through STEM pro- dents, $1.2 million Fall semester, a timeline that have an enrollment of undergrad- grams. He elaborated that it’s es- of the grant will be some students are justly excited uate full-time equivalent students sential for America to keep up in allocated to the about. that is at least 25 percent His- the ever-increasingly compet- NJCU Foundation Jane Sepulveda, 22, senior panic students at the end of itive global commu- fund. NJCU has 20 years to lion will be spent in the Science class president and geoscience the award year immedi- nity. match the $1.2 million, through Building’s physical renovations major of Jersey City said, “it’s a ately preceding the date of “I think it’s really aggressive fundraising they plan including four biology labs on move toward the right direction.” application. important that we to meet that goal within the next the second and third floor and She then shared an anecdote in The chief objectives continue on this five years. This is the first time student libraries on the third and which Dr. Nurdan Aydin, Geo- of the grants are to im- path,” said Jason in NJCU history that the institu- fourth floor. science faculty, whom had taught prove retention, tenac- Cruz, 24, eco- tion has been able to procure and Several hundred thousand will at China before coming to ity, and graduation rates nomics major use strictly public funds for an be spent on technological up- NJCU. Jane said that Dr. Aydin of STEM majors as well from Union City. endowment, an achievement Mr. grades including improved WI-FI was taken aback in the stark con- as increase the number of “This is where the Andrade was especially fond of. access and more lecture capture trast of the student’s scientific students enrolled in STEM pro- high-paying jobs are Dr. John Grew, who wrote one and smart-boards. Nearly aptitude in relation to those in grams. NJCU plans to meet these and it’s good to see NJCU is ca- of the proposals for the grant, ex- $400,000 will be spent on major China. Jane added, “it’s about goals by partnering with Hudson pable of fulfilling those goals for plained in detail the allocation of instrumentation acquisitions such time we put ourselves on the County Community College further career aspirations.” the funds. Approximately $1 mil- as Scanning Electron Microscope radar.” Give a Chance Foundation makes headlines in El Salvador

By Rafal Rogoza after the story published,” said Guzman. Most of the letters ounder and chairwoman were from people asking for of the Samuel Guzman help and from others who FGive a Chance Founda- wanted to know how to volun- tion, Sheny Guzman, made na- teer. tional headlines in El Salvador Readers’ comments about after a ribbon cutting ceremony, Guzman flooded the El Diario officially opening an ESL pro- de Hoy website and the news- gram that the foundation has paper editorial board decided to funded. print the comments in the next “Sheny is providing our edu- issue. cation out of her own pocket,” “These actions exemplify how read the headline in the January to move forward. Her noble- 22, 2012 issue of El Diario de ness and vision couldn’t be any Hoy, one of El Salvador’s high- more on-point,” wrote Salvador est circulating daily newspa- Zaldivar. pers. “Well done. Keep achieving “I invite you to my dream and your dream. Ask God for wis- see it as a reality, and that to- dom and always do the right morrow you can share this op- thing and everything will go portunity with future well,” wrote Natali. generations,” said Guzman - “People like her are needed in 22, international business major my country of El Salvador,” from Jersey City - during her wrote William. ceremonial speech. Guzman made it back to In the audience were students, NJCU for the spring semester deans, businessmen, the mayor, but had to return to El Salvador and a reporter. Guzman said she because her story was being was so nervous during her featured on a popular news speech that her legs were shak- show produced by Univision. ing. The show will air on “Estrella “I got an A in public speak- TV” in Los Angeles and “Canal ing,” said Guzman with a smile 21” in El Salvador. in an interview with The Gothic According to Guzman, during Times. the trip she was given a tour of The Samuel Guzman Give a Transactel, a “beautiful facility” Chance Foundation coordinated that services as a call center for with Universidad Monsenor such companies as Zynga. Guz- Romero in El Salvador to offer man met with the director of the English lessons in the Instituto call center and discussed the Nacional General Juan Orlando mission of her foundation to Zepeda, a vocational school employ students in call centers. teaching nursing and account- “They want to sponsor and ing. expand the foundation because With a proficiency in English, these students are going to be students will be able to apply future employees,” said Guz- for work in call centers in El man. Salvador and nursing homes in Canada. For more information about After El Diario de Hoy pub- the Samuel Guzman Give a lished the story of Guzman’s Chance Foundation, email goodwill, she became a [email protected] or celebrity among readers. Photo provided by Samuel Guzman Give a Chance Foundation visit www.giveachance.us. “I received hundred of letters January 22, 2012 issue of El Diario de Hoy February 15, 2012 The Gothic Times Page 5 LIFESTYLE Pre-date rituals ‘Just a Tip’ By Francis A. Wilson and Armando Sultan

he truth about what the sexes do before a date will shock you. Have you ever thought about what your date might Tbe doing to prepare for a date? Or, have you ever won- dered if your date ever thinks about what you might be doing to get ready? In this case, truth is stranger than fiction. www.123rf.com Guy shaving while calling his Cartoon by Natalie Garcia “S.S.B”- The “S.S.B” stands for Shower, Shave, and date. Beautify. Every guy will do this (or we hope) to prepare 1for this grand day. Hygiene, as most men and women will tell you, is important. Especially in a first date setting, impres- Style your shape sion is everything and can ultimately make or break you. “Confirm, Confirm, Confirm” In order to establish that By Aida Toro something is even HAPPENING, you must make sure. re you one of those peo- 2This ensures that reservations have not been tampered Guys ple that experience a dif- with, which makes you appear to be organized. As we have Aficult time in finding a mentioned, impression is everything. style for yourself due to the “Psych-Up” Often times, many a guy will find himself in the mirror, and feeling less than shape of your body? Well there confident. What is a guy to do? YELL? BARK! And other aggressive gestures whose sole is always a solution to finding aims are to boost confidence. THAT’S WHAT! How else are we supposed to get psyched the correct style for your figure. 3 up before a date and boost confidence? Women nowadays have a diffi- cult time finding the correct “Kit for Success” Prepare a field kit for emergency situations. Obviously having and main- styles for their body shapes. taining a fresh breath is a must. So bring gum, breath mints, or other breath freshening tools. There are four types of body 4An obvious tool that often gets neglected on a date would be the toothbrush. The toothbrush shapes when it comes to a is the tag team partner to the breath freshener. Another great tool to take full advantage of would woman: the apple, the rectangle, be floss. Bring floss to get the hard to reach places between your teeth so that the date isn’t inad- the pear, and the hourglass. vertently subverted by that stubborn piece of beef glaring back at your partner every time you 1. The Apple: if you are a smile. woman with an apple shaped body, you consist of a thin look- “Pump It Up” As a chief puts the last sprinkle on his beautifully well crafted cake so to www.123rf.com ing lower body and an upper must we work out before we leave the house. Science tells us that working out in general body rather larger than their don’ts, rectangle shaped women 5gives you a sense of confidence. As a result, some men do a few push-ups and sit-ups to lower body. Therefore, weight is should stay away from flare feel this confidence and also tone their physique before the date. carried out in your upper body. pants, puffy skirts, cropped tops, The best way to style the apple baggy tops and tunics because “Recon” First and foremost, the biggest thing for shaped body is by utilizing arti- these articles of clothing will not women before a first date is recon. This is an as- cles of clothing like empire line show off the rectangular figure tounding find, but all too true. So gentlemen clean and longer length tops. As for properly. Women 1 dresses, the maxi and the wrap 3. The Pear: if you are a pear up your records, leave no stone unturned because they style dresses will make an apple shaped woman, you consist of a will find out everything and anything they possibly can about you before the date. They do their figured woman look totally fab- heavier bottom body with a very homework, and this can make or break the date even before it gets off the ground. Also, be cautious ulous. When it comes to bottoms, flat stomach. The curvy bottom about who and what you have on your Facebook wall. Don’t give them more artillery that they flared jeans or flared trousers half of a pear shaped woman can use against you. will bring the apple figure some should be flaunted by utilizing “Beautification” This is; as you can imagine, everything under the sun that can and should balance. Therefore, Apple articles of clothing such as: bold be done before a date. This usually entails showering, manicures, pedicures, getting their shaped woman should stay away bright tops, tops with large col- from high-waisted styled bot- lars, lapels or sleeves. Fashion 2hair done, and other typical beautification procedures. This is a crucial step simply because toms, skinny jeans, tight fitted don’ts for a pear shaped woman poor hygiene is a serious violation of the articles of proper dating. skirts, and neck tie shirts that are are tube, pencil and fishtail “The Phantom Menace” Now for the shocker! Believe it or not the fake phone call is real! either tight or baggy. skirts. It actually exists. Doesn’t this sort of thing belong in some kind of romantic comedy starring 2. The Rectangle: if you are a 4. The Hourglass: hourglass Jennifer Aniston or Ryan Gosling? I mean, it just sounds made up, but it is true. So be mindful rectangle shaped woman, you women consist of a fuller bust 3 on a date, if she disappears to the bathroom for an extended period of time only to return to a consist of a straight up and down and fuller bottom to contrast with phone call minutes later, you probably messed up the date. The phone a friend technique would figure. The rectangle shaped a smaller waist. The fashion do’s woman does not have many for an hourglass woman would make even the most battle hardened strategists like Sun Tzu blush in envy. curves. Therefore, these women be to wear wrap dresses, waist- are better off wearing pencil and dinching belts, and flared or As if dating wasn’t hard and weird enough before. What a strange look into the lives of the single, tulip skirts, halter necks, and wide leg bottoms. The fashion lonely, and dating. The secrets and proverbial cards are all laid out on the table. How are your slash necks. Skinny jeans are al- don’ts for an hourglass are dates going to go now that you know the secrets behind the sexes? ways the best for rectangle shapeless baggy jumpers be- shaped woman along with flow- cause the waist will be hidden. ing linen trousers. As for fashion Leap Year is coming around, for better or worse By Elisheva M.R. women in Ireland traditionally “I think that tradition is good. 20, Criminal Justice, Newark. propose to men. Just as leap year It is perfectly normal for women Leap year, also known as “in- his year, 2012, is a leap balances our calendar with re- to propose. It’s actually roman- tercalary year” is a year that pos- year! There are many in- spect to the Earth’s irregular rev- tic! Women these days are doing sesses 366 days, countering a Tteresting traditions and olutions around the sun, leap day many things that men used to do. common year which consists of www.123rf.com superstitions that occur on leap in Ireland brings some balance to So proposing is just another step 365 days. Leap year was created day, the 29th day of February. the traditional roles of men and for women,” said Karin Tavarez, by Julius Caesar in order to keep Some people believe that leap women. If a man re- our calendar in po- day is the equivalent of Friday fuses a proposal on sition with the some exceptions. For instance, the 13th and that it signifies bad leap day, he is ex- “May you never steal, lie or cheat. But Earth’s orbit instead of February having 28 luck. In Greece, a number of pected to pay a if you must steal, then steal away my around the sun. If days as usual, this year February people dread the idea of getting penalty to the sorrows. And if you must lie, lie with me leap year had not will have 29 days, the additional married during leap year, and it woman, which can been created we day being “leap day.” is considered especially unlucky range from a gown all the nights of my life. And if you must would lose about Lee Thomas, 25, Psychology, to get married on leap day. to money. Most cheat, then please cheat death, because six hours of our from Jersey City said, “It’s a new New grounds, such as Ireland, people are taking an I couldn’t live a day without you. Cheers!” calendar at an an- era, if females feel like they the idea of marriage on leap day interest in the Irish nual rate. Leap should propose then they should. is not considered bad luck. In tradition that occurs Wedding toast from year occurs every Leap day or any day of the year. fact, leap day is a day on which on leap day. the movie “Leap Year” four years, with I think this tradition is cool.” Page 6 The Gothic Times February 15, 2012 ART & ENTERTAINMENT Albums You Should Listen To Black Maria: veryone has their opinion on great Long tradition of short films Ealbums. At ‘The Gothic Times’ we have our own By Vanity Delbridge and All three faculty members are rendition of top best albums Monir Khilla now on the Board of Trustees over the last three decades. Thirty-one years going and for the Black Maria. strong, the Annual Black The Black Maria also has an We listed our personal Maria Film and Video Festival award-winning history behind choices and explain why is at it again, with a great it. our readers should go out turnout for its premiere on There have been past Black and purchase these classic February 3rd at the Margeret Maria films that have landed albums. With a collection Williams Theater inside Oscar nominations and some NJCU’s Hepburn Hall. have even won Oscars, includ- of hip hop, Latin, metal, and The festival featured the ing, but not limited to, Joan C. pop we provide varies of work of some of NJCU’s very Gratz’ “Mona Lisa Descending genres everyone can find own, including Director’s a Staircase” in 1993, as well as appealing. Choice winner Felix Ro- Jessica Lu’s “Breathing Les- driguez. The festival will make sons” in 1996. its way to 22 states and will Robert Rodriguez, who is the also be going to venues around Director of the “Spy Kids” se- 2000’s Europe. ries, “Desperado,” “From Many high calibre locations Dusk ‘til Dawn,” and “The will host the Black Maria in- Faculty” is also a past winner google images Artist: Slipknot cluding, but not limited to, the of the Black Maria Film and Album: Iowa National Gallery of Art, the Video Festival. His benchmark Year: 2001 Newark Museum, and the Vir- book about independant film- 80’s 90’s This album showcased the ginia Museum of Fine Arts. making, “Rebel Without a Artist: Nirvana band’s lowest point and they With many famous film fes- Crew,” makes special mention Artist: Iron Maiden Album: Nevermind weren’t afraid to air out the tivals such as Sundance and of the Black Maria. Album: The Number Year: 1991 anger. According to ArtistDi- Tribeca, what sets Black Maria At one point, the cash prizes of the Beast Nirvana can easily be the seen rect.com, “It’s [Iowa] an uncom- apart? were substantially higher, but promising, unsettling, and Year: 1982 as the birth and death of grunge Black Maria Film and Video in part to the economy and not music. Nevermind consists of unique exorcism from modern Festival Director John Colum- enough donors, it depreciated. The first album to feature for- metal’s most important band, and mer Samson vocalist Bruce songs such as In Bloom, Come bus explains that despite their Nonetheless, the films pre- As You Are, Lithium, and the it rose from their darkest and local connection, the Black sented are nothing short of Dickinson, “The Number of the most dangerous period”. If Beast” made a drastic move in most famous and well known Maria is more than just a local spectacular. Audience mem- song, Smells Like Teen Spirit. you’re having a rough day and terms of musicianship by drifting want to know there are others film festival. “We’re an inter- bers will see work that they away from the Punk-like sound The current adults that were national film festival!” ex- would never see otherwise in teenagers in the 90’s can hear the who are relating to your emo- from their two previous albums- tions, listen to People=Shit. claimed Columbus, “And the kind of synergetic, diverse, 1980's “Iron Maiden” and 1981's first riffs of Smells Like Teen while we appreciate a lot of and culturally enriching envi- “Killers”. The album title song is Spirit and remember the teenage our regional alliances, we go to ronment of the Black Maria. the band’s most famous song, angst behind the lyrics. one of the most prestigious Columbus speaks of how it is being played in almost every live Artist: The Notorious B.I.G. venues in the United States: the “biggest unknown film fes- show they perform. “Children of Album: Life After Death The National Gallery of Art in tival,” that has had National the Damned”, which is based on Year: 1997 Washington, D.C. When that public coverage. He believes the films “Village of the Released posthumously after started happening three years that bigger isn’t always better, Damned” and “Children of the the death of The Notorious ago, it took my breath away.” for one’s work can or may be Damned”, starts off with a ballad B.I.G., “Life After Death” What also distinguishes the diluted at some point. tone and features a harmonic gui- changed the world of Rap/Hip- Black Maria from other festi- What truly sets the Black tar solo between Adrian Smith Hop completely, being consid- and Dave Murray. vals is the fact that it receives Maria apart isn’t the films, the ered as the most influential funding from the National En- funding, the publicity, or the album of that genre. The double- dowment for the Arts (NEA). prestige, but the people behind Arist: Bon Jovi album includes the popular hits music.yahoo.comx “There’s pretige to that. They the curtain. Album: Slippery When Wet “Hypnotize”, “Mo Money Mo don’t fund every film festival “I don’t know if any of these Year: 1986 Problems”, “Sky’s the Limit”, Artist: Aventura and that means a lot to us and other film festivals here in If you’re from New Jersey then and a dark toned “Notorious Album: We Broke the Rules to the filmmakers to know that town are run by people that Thugs”. This album demon- Bon Jovi must strike a chord in Year: 2002 the NEA gives us funding.,” have lived, eat, and breathed strates collaborations with 112, your mind. The album Slippery The follow-up album to the said Columbus. film for 30 or 40 years, as I When Wet holds classic hits such Jay-Z, Lil Kim, Mase, Bone then-newcomers Aventura’s Thug-N-Harmony, Too Short, Columbus, fittingly, had a have,” Columbus said. as You Give Love a Bad Name, debut, “Generation Next”, “We love for filmmaking at an early Even the jurors are uniquely Livin’ On a Prayer, Wanted Dead Carl Thomas, Run-D.M.C., Broke the Rules” was the album age. After receiving a Master’s selected. or Alive, and I Die For You. The Total, R. Kelly, The Lox, Kelly that put them on the Latin map in Film Art from Columbia Columbus points out that smash hit video game Rock Price, and Puff Daddy. music. Although their worldwide University, it dawned on him “[The Black Maria] has had Band features Livin’ On a Prayer Artist: Blink 182 hit “Obsesion” is in this album, while modern day metal band songs like “Todavia Me Amas”, to propose a truly open film authors, film scholars and we Atreyu covers an angry and “Amor de Madre”, and “En- festival at the Edison Histori- have outside jurors come in heavy version of You Give Love señame a Olvidar” showed the cal Park, solely for the diverse, and look at the films objec- a Bad Name. This album was the group’s potential in route to be- short, non-commercial inde- tively. The only way you can best selling album in 1986 beat- coming one of the greatest pendent films. His last film, guarantee to not play favorites ing Michael Jacksn’s Bad. Bachata groups of all-time or as “Growing up in New Jersey,” is to bring people who have vocalist Anthony “Romeo” San- was shown at the Museum of long, serious backgrounds in Artist: N.W.A tos says, “the Kings of Bachata.” Modern Art. films.” Album: Straight Outta He then went on to say that “We’re not Sundance, but for Compton Artist: Evanescence shorts were “more egalitarian, short films we’re one of the and truly open to everyone; majors. We’ve been covered Year: Album: Fallen 1988 that anyone could make a short on National Public Radio twice “Parental Discretion iz Advised” Year: 2003 amazon.com film whether he or she was an and we’ve had national cover- when listening to the controversial The nu-metal band’s debut emerging new filmmaker ex- age. It’s great for the filmmak- gang “N.W.A”. The trash-talk, in- Album: album Fallen quickly reached Enema of the State perimenting with the possibil- ers.” your-face, all-out album will take Year: 1999 the top of the charts with “Bring you back, way back (before auto- me to life” already receiving ities of the medium, or a What does the Black Maria The 90’s era was the era of Pop veteran filmmaker of short, but get out of all this success? tune), to the rhythmic beats of and Rock, with boy bands and popular reviews because of “The who all too often didn’t have a “What we want out of this is early Hip-Hop. Hearing this rock bands topping the charts. Daredevil Soundtrack.” The album isn’t just my opinion, but Blink 182 was neither. The Punk Grammy-winning and interna- venue to showcase their the gratification of really being has been on numerous “albums band consistently poked fun at tional chart-topping band’s work.” privileged to see all this work. you must listen to” lists, including the groups, (check out the “All Fallen album has many hits in- NJCU Media Arts professors We’ve had over 400 submis- (but not limited to): Rolling Stone, the Small Things” music video), cluding “My Immortal,” “Every- Jane Steuerwald, Roddy Bo- sions and it’s great to see as Time Magazine, Q, Alternative and pushed punk to the top of the body’s Fool,” and “Going gawa and Joel Katz have also much as I can possibly look at. Press, and Spin magazine. You charts. Hits like “Dumpweed,” Under.” These songs make you submitted films to the Black You get a finger on the pulse of don’t have to be from Compton, “Mutt,” and “Adam’s Song” want to finish something you Maria. what’s happening,” Columbus CA to appreciate the poetic and showed music lovers that even started giving you the right frame Steurwald’s film was shown said. “It’s a privileged position artistic words of a young Ice though you do grow old, you of mind in order to get things at the National Gallery of Art to see this work and probably Cube, MC Ren, and, now de- never have to grow up. If you done. Even if you just want to and Columbus stated, “I’d like know as much independent ceased, Eazy E. You’ll soon figure want music you can just laugh just sit on your bed and fall to believe that this positive ex- film as almost anybody. That’s out that Straight Outta Compton along with, then Blink 182's asleep, the symphonic and relax- posure contributes to the posi- the reward for us, it’s not even has “Something 2 Dance 2” Enema of the State is the album ing music puts you in a feel-good tive image of NJCU.” money.” when you’re bored. you need to tune into. mood. Fallen is an album you should take a listen to. February 15, 2012 The Gothic Times Page 7 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

Actors Shakespeare Company at New Jersey City University Presents

Provided by Roddy Bogawa ‘Taken by Photo Credit Boyle Image (c) Storm’ MACBETH By Hanna Botjer

Photo by Actors Shakespeare Company ew Jersey City Univer- sity Professor Roddy Bo- Ngawa said that as a child, music was always key to him; it ‘Macbeth’: A tragedy with a NJCU twist brought him to art, which then Provided by Roddy Bogawa By Aida Toro nesses to the unfolding Therefore, Basile is the only brought him to film. tragedy. Since there are only one performing that role. Recently Bogawa filmed a doc- he Actors Shakespeare seven performers, certain male Aside from this version of umentary, Taken by Storm, about Bogawa flew to London to film Company has done it roles will be played by the two the play being produced with Storm Thorgerson, a British him while he was shooting cov- Tagain with an excellent women that are in the play, only 7 performers, the ASC is Graphic designer. ers. While filming, the two be- addition to their plays. In along with four men playing focusing it on language. Storm has designed covers for came very close. March, they will be hosting a some of the female roles. The Rice said, “The plot is very famous bands like “Pink Floyd,” “It was surreal and I didn’t performance of Shakespeare’s reason why there are only four simple, the plot is very easy to “Muse,” “Cranberries,” “Gene- know if it was real and as a kid I Macbeth as their show of the men playing multiple roles is follow. But when you follow sis,” “Led Zeppelin” and many was really fascinated by that season. This play isn’t acted due to the fact that Macbeth’s the text, the language is very others. He’s most famous for his idea,” Bogawa said. out by just any cast, but by fac- part contains a lot of lines. ambiguous. Instead of Mac- Pink Floyd cover, Dark Side of Storm chose the title for the ulty members as well. beth saying, “I have killed the Moon, considered to be one movie and has a book out with The lead role, of Macbeth, is Duncan,” he says “I have done of the most iconic covers in the same title. At first Bogawa played by former actor and the deed.” music history. Storm has also de- was skeptical, but since it was a NJCU English Professor Language can be something signed hundreds of record cov- really great title, he quickly gave Michael Basile, along with very complicated, especially ers, many of which Bogawa had in and used it for the film. Bo- Lady Macbeth being played by for an audience to grasp and as a child. gawa is also helping Storm with Denise Hurd, who is a resident understand right away. There- Bogawa met Storm’s assistant a new book. artist of the Actor Shakespeare fore, the ASC has arranged a and soon became interested in “His name really is ‘Storm’ so Company. special discussion 30 minutes how this one person who without he tends to use it as puns for his For those unfamiliar with before the curtain. “Photoshop” and without com- books,” Bogawa said. Macbeth, it is the shortest “We have an informal discus- puter graphics was able to create Storm’s images are famous be- tragedy written by William sion about the play and the these fantastic covers. cause they have never shown Shakespeare. The play is about production. I like to think of it “I was doing a script when I pictures of the band. Upon work- the killing of a king and the as a primer and a jump start so heard he was still doing covers ing and filming with Storm, Bo- events that occur afterwards. people can be aware on what and I became very interested,” gawa discovered hundreds of Macbeth consists of 24 charac- they are going to see,” said Bogawa said. pictures of the bands. Bogawa ters. However, this play Rice. With intimate interviews and convinced Storm to publish doesn’t, which is what makes The featuring of Macbeth is footage of Thorgerson reflecting those photos in a book. it different. going to be exciting for the on his inspiration and idiosyn- The first screening of this doc- “One thing particular about NJCU Cammpus community. cratic creative process, Taken by umentary was in Austin, Texas this production is that all of the By having some faculty mem- Storm explores technology, cul- where there were five screenings roles will be acted by just 7 ac- bers and other actors from the ture, hyper-realism, and the role at the Music Film Festival in tors ,” said Colette Rice, ASC ASC, the show is going to be of the record sleeve at the inter- March. The east coast premier is Producing Artistic Director. a grand hit. section of art and commerce. on February 23 at 8 pm. at the In this production of Mac- “NJCU representation is very Bogawa had this idea in mind Monmouth Theater. This is the beth, the performers are wit- high in this play,” said Rice. because he believes records are documentary’s first east coast disappearing, with the emer- premier. New generations of gence of iTunes and technology. people are becoming interested Storm is helping to keep records in vinyl again. alive. “As much as we progress in He interviewed Storm, his as- technology, I think there is a cer- sistants, and musicians that tain amount of loss. I never Storm worked with for the docu- wanted the film to become nos- mentary. Bogawa sent him an e- talgic,” Bogawa said. “I hope my mail to meet and after several students become inspired by “no’s,” Storm finally agreed and this.” Page 8 The Gothic Times February 15, 2012 FEATURES Make a difference, become a tutor LOL with Vince Royale Continued from page 1 By Edgar Rivas, Jr. to turn the things he sees into world class jokes. He is hum- he Center for Student Suc- ble and says that his passion cess (CSS) was a project for comedy and ability to do Tcreated by Amani Jen- what he loves in front of an nings, the Assistant Dean of Stu- audience is indeed a blessing. dents, and Renata Moreira, the Royale will be the first one Coordinator of CSS. The pro- to tell you that his success gram started in the Spring of http://web.njcu.edu with comedy truly happened 2010. by accident. After a few “They thought it was a program “[Social networking] can make- cocktails with a group of that students on campus needed," or-break you.” friends at a local California said CSS Assistant Coordinator CSS has achieved success— bar, Royale swooped on Brittany Machi, 23, an English/ the number of students partici- stage at an open mic and Elementary Education major. pating in the program has in- made everyone laugh out “There was nothing like this any- creased over the past two years. loud. He was so funny that where else on campus.” Last semester, over eighty stu- the club’s owner invited him The center was launched dents were tutored. to come back the very next through Lyn Hamlin, the Dean of “We cooperate with the OSP week to perform in a comedy Students. The program offers program and athletics [to name a contest. Royale agreed to do basic one-on-one tutoring and is few],” said Machi. the show; it’s a good thing he open to students with remedial CSS houses a family-like, har- did because he won. needs, with tutoring being of- monious atmosphere and no “I followed my passion,” fered five days a week. tutor has ever quit the program. Royale explained. “My mom Starting January 25th, the CSS “[My fellow tutors] are my wanted me to become a doc- will be hiring peer tutors. The tu- family members, so I spend time tor, but I couldn’t stand the tors will be coaching Basic Eng- [in the CSS office] with them.” sight of blood.” lish and Math. The program said Machi. “We talk, catch up It’s a good thing he chose hired twelve tutors back in the on classes, and see how every- comedy over surgery be- Fall of 2011— the most in the body’s doing.” cause after only four years program’s history. Sadly, five of The future of CSS is bright. performing stand-up, Royale the seven current tutors on staff The program is going in the right has already shared the stage will be graduating this May. direction and students can be part with a number of well- Training is required. The train- of its overall growth and conti- known comedians that in- ing sessions include peer media- nuity. clude Louis C.K., Jim Photo provided by Vince Royale tion and a plagiarism workshop. “It was Amani and Renata’s vi- Gaffigan, and Martin Royale Machi has even pushed for a sion and I can see that it’s going Lawrence. However, it was workshop she calls, “Beyond So- in such a great direction,” said comedian Tommy Davidson club didn’t let me perform, do a show in Nevada and five cial Networking." Machi. that inspired him to take his I’d try and find another days later he received a call “[The program] is about how to Applications are in GSUB Rm. act to the next level. Royale venue that would let me pro- from his roommate, who be wise in the decisions that you 216. To be a peer tutor, students says that he was doing at duce my own show,” says asked, “Where have you make about what you put on must have a 3.0 GPA or above least three shows a night, up Royale. been? There are dishes in the your social networking site and with a minimum of 60 credits, to five days a week when he Royale who just moved sink.” He was amused and how to social network more ef- and a B+ or higher in English or met Davidson at “Improv” in back home to Jersey City jabbed, “I’m in Nevada. I’ve fectively in life,” said Machi. Math. California. He asked the for- from California is happy to been gone for five days and mer In Living Color star be back in the city where he you’re worried about the what else he should be doing grew up. He insists that “It’s dishes? I could’ve been kid- Family: all it needs is love to further his career. David- like transferring to a new napped.” He then went on to son, sharp-tongued, pro- high school.” He pointed out say that he’s single, but it’s By Melissa Sutaris claimed, “Do it seven days a that the main difference be- because women won’t date a week.” tween California and New guy with a job that doesn’t hat is a family? Your Royale took his advice and York comedians is that in carry health insurance. “family” is not neces- has been performing comedy Hollywood, comedians are He then proceeded to offer Wsarily your blood rela- non-stop ever since. trying harder to get into act- a bit of advice to any student tives, or only the people who Vince iterated that, “[Com- ing while comics in New looking to make it big in Hol- share your name. These people edy] becomes a muscle… the York are here to work on lywood ushering that “show are chosen for you. Who you more you exercise that mus- their stand-up. Rivera, him- business is a tough business choose for yourself is who mat- cle, the stronger it becomes.” self is no stranger to acting, and there is a high level of ters the most. Royale was proactive at having had a guest spot on competition. It’s not for Family is togetherness, as a NJCU, always involving VH1’s Celebrity Rehab and a everyone.” whole. Family is comfort, laugh- Provided by Melissa Sutaris himself in campus affairs. small role in an independent Royale is truly an inspira- ter, and acceptance. It is Melissa While working to obtain his film called “Lizard Man,” tion to never give up on your irreplaceable, undeniable, irre- degree, he was a host on due to premiere on the Sci-Fi passion. sistible. That feeling you get NJCU’s radio station and VP Channel. Currently, Royale is work- when you know you’re loved no It’s about expressing your ideas of Activities with SGO, all Royale’s way of making ing on a documentary detail- matter what you do, what you and gaining a support system that while working with Sony’s people laugh truly sets him ing his life on and off the say, or how much the other peo- is so strong even the Gods could- Distribution Department. His apart from his West Coast stage. He is collaborating ple would gladly smack you if n’t break through it. It’s that wall. marketing background defi- counterparts. However, he with a filmmaker Andre San- they could. That wall that can never be bro- nitely plays an integral role believes he has not truly doval who has over 70 hours Family is about messing up ken, regardless of how many in how he promotes his com- made a name for himself of footage of the comedian over and over again, and still times the envious have tried to edy act. He says that it until he has his own televised doing stand-up across the being forgiven. Family is the as- knock it down. The wall that helped him to apply what he special on Comedy Central. country. It also offers a look surance that these people will frees us from judgment, criti- learned in the classroom and Though Royale is always into the life of the comedian forever be there for you, no mat- cism, and neglect. This wall gave him an opportunity to back and forth on the road when he’s just being Roi. ter what day, month, or year. solely expresses love, encour- be more hands-on behind the doing shows, he is still in In the future, he hopes to be Through thick and thin; through agement, and support. No matter scenes. touch with what goes on in able to come back to NJCU all the good and the bad. They’re what you want in life or where Royale also particularly Jersey City. He says he and perform for students and there to share your laughter and you want to go, you’ll always stressed the importance of would like to get more in- alumni. “I accomplished a lot to dry your tears. Every moment, have the support of your family. networking, adding value to volved in the community by in life, but performing at my every step you take; these people No matter how crazy your ideas yourself, and building rela- creating a program to help alma mater would be a real will be there with you along the seem or how much of a dreamer tionships with others. He cur- local neighborhoods that are honor,” he exclaimed. way. When you fall, they will you are, you’ll always have the rently runs his own website, being neglected by local Check out his weekly pod- pick you back up. When they support of your family. No mat- has three Facebook pages politicians. “There is so casts on Wednesday nights! fall, you’ll catch them. ter how many times you make where he promotes his much violence and shoot- When you need somebody the mistakes and apologize, you’ll shows, and posts his thoughts ings. People should feel safe For booking info, visit: most, they’ll pick up the phone. always have the support of your frequently on his twitter ac- in their neighborhood,” said www.vinceroyale.com And this does not only pertain to family. NO MATTER WHAT. count. Royale. www.facebook.com/vinceroyalemusic just you; this deals with everyone And that, is what family is all “I’ve always been a fan of Royale can find laughter in www.facebook.com/vinceroyalefanpage in the group. Family is about what about. Not whether you have the guerilla tactics to create my everything that happens to www.twitter.com/VinceRoyale you can give, what you can share, same blood type. own opportunities. If one him. He recalls that he left to www.youtube.com/vinceroyale and what you can make others see Follow Melissa Sutaris at without tinting their glasses. http://essenceofmelissa.tumblr.com February 15, 2012 The Gothic Times Page 9 FEATURES Simply Feel Better Celebrating blaCk History By Francis A. 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Jersey City University Campus I just listen.” Many people may not under- in room 107 of Vodra Hall at the So you can also balance the stand why it is necessary to 123RF.com Health and Wellness Center.The body, as well as, the mind while dedicate and entire month to service offers a variety of natural gaining pertinent information the celebration of African methods for healing, and the that will help you understand American History. made it; that we have achieved However, in honor of the na- overall betterment of both body how your body works, but also In fact, many believe that equality. We aren’t there yet.” tionally recognized month, the and mind. how you can make it better. Black History month is out- According to Dr. Ellis, Lee Hagan Africana Studies Simply Feel Better is the brain- The service is by appointment dated; that it has outgrown its African American youth need Center has a series of special child of Carol Crystal, and its only, and scheduling can be necessity. to understand the past and form events planed throughout the services include natural healing made by contacting Carol Crys- But has it? a connection with it, in order to month. These events include a techniques that range from tal directly at (201) 913-2864. Dr. Hagan Antoinette Ellis- be positive, productive citizens screening and discussion of the stretching, massage therapy, and Emailing is also available, and Williams, director of the Lee in the future. It is the responsi- movie “Guess Whose Coming other natural techniques. Crystal Crystal can be contacted by Hagan Africana Studies Center bility of the educator to “in- to Dinner” and a performance has been in practice since 2000, emailing Ceeceecrystal located on campus, believes form” and “teach” them the by the Unity Ensemble, among and has been on campus for three @yahoo.com. The hours of oper- that Black history month is just importance of that connection. other things. years now. ations are from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. as necessary, if not more, than “You wouldn’t go into new “We must continue to fight The ultimate goal is on Mondays, and Mondays only. it was when it was established territory without a road map. for equality because the strug- healing.The kind of healing that The services included run for 40 years ago. We must be implanted and gle has not ended. Regardless stresses the use of natural meth- twenty dollars for thirty minutes. “Black History Month is still rooted in the post in order to of if we think we are individu- ods that do not require drugs or The price is a steal considering needed because we have not secure the future,” said Ellis. ally free, the struggle has not surgery. And if you are wonder- the level of therapy, and the usual reached equality. If you look at Dr. Ellis wants the NJCU ended until our brothers and ing, the massage is fully clothed eighty five dollar going rate the statistics of Bachelors, community to understand that sisters are, too.” and does not require the use of which is charged normally. The Masters, and Doctorial degrees Black History Month is not the To find out more information oils. difference is there, the quality is among African Americans, you only time of year to learn and about Dr. Ellis and the Lee “I use the body’s natural heal- there, Crystal is there, so why will she that there are great dis- celebrate black culture. Her de- Hagan Africana Studies Cen- ing, and educate on how the aren’t you? Stop by, and put a parities between them and partment is dedicated to help- ter, visit the Congressman body works” Crystal said. The stop to the aches, pains, and whites. When it goes away that ing students find that Frank J Guarini Library, room emphasis is healing, but more stress. It is time to get healthy, is a representation that we have connection all year round. 225. importantly, the kind of healing and learn how to stay that way.

Declutter, don’t crash Losers on a winning streak By Nachalie Rodriguez By Jordan Freels he title of this story lutter does not have to be may confuse many of defined as just a messy Tyou, but who wouldn’t Cdesk, or a messy room, it be proud of holding a “Losers can simply be an everyday task Are Winning” title? one must complete. How many Well, think again. You times have you said, ‘I will do might be the next “Loser” if that assignment tomorrow’ or you decided to enter “The ‘there is not enough time in the Biggest Loser Contest” at gourmetdiningllc.com day to do everything I need to.’ New Jersey City University. It is not always about rushing to The hosts to this event are “The Biggest Losers” are complete your million and one Caitlin Croteau, Gourmet not only fighting to lose the tasks, it is about being organized. http://www.cynthiahancox.com Dining dietitian Julie Aiello, extra weight, get healthy and On January 30, Mary Carlo- Director of Gourmet Dining gain more confidence, but it’s magno, Author of Give it Up! My at NJCU and Anthony also a fight for the first place One memorable point Carlo- gave examples from her personal year of learning to live better Cinelli, the head chef. This is prize which is $200. The sec- magno made was suggesting life, whether it was no shopping with less presented a de-clutter not the first time that “The ond place prize is $125 and saving time and energy so that for a month, no candy, not using and de-stress your life workshop Biggest Loser Contest” has third place is $75. you can do the things you need. elevators and etc. She confessed that share tips and guidelines to been held, but for those of “The hope is that people Having stress and clutter in your that it really did help her in the having a clutter & stress free you who entered on February will take the information pro- life only complicates the situa- end. Psychologists say, “It takes lifestyle. 2, 2012 best of luck! vided to them by Gourmet tion because you are not able to four weeks to change a habit or Carlomagno expressed that For those of you, who Dining dietitians to pursue a focus on what is important. To adopt a new one,” said Carlo- wanting to change does not hap- missed it, there is no need to healthy weight loss program stop being disorganized you magno. pen overnight. She used the anal- worry, just contact Julie that will educate and inspire must find the right method that Starting fresh or changing your ogy of the popular television Aiello, Director of Dining students to make healthy works for you. Remember, not bad ways can not only make one show Extreme Makeover to Services and she’ll make sure lifestyle changes," says every method works for every- feel good, but it can also elimi- demonstrate that although it may to inform you about the next Aiello. body. nate the stress free environment seem rewarding to have a crew contest. The Biggest Loser The contest is open to all of To eliminate procrastination, that they may live in. De-clutter- of people come in and help a Contest began February 2, NJCU’s students, faculty and give yourself a time limit to do ing and de-stressing one’s life family with their cluttered home, 2012 and will end April 12, other colleges that have been things and to not over-commit or can open new doors because it it must start within. She says, “If 2012. There is one require- offered the program. Approx- over schedule because then noth- allows you to get things done in change does not come from you, ment you must meet in order imately 20 students were in- ing that really needs to get done a fashion that may not have been you will probably go back to the to enter, which is to attend all terested before the contest will. possible before. So remember, as bad habit.” A person can voice three weigh-ins. The first began and we are hoping to One great example that can stressful or cluttered as your life that they want to change for the weigh-in was on February 2, have encouraged, motivated benefit many is trying to give up may be, never hesitate to change better and receive all the help in 2012, the second will be on and communicated the im- a bad habit each month. This your bad habits, because in the the world, but if that person does March 2, 2012 and the final portance of working towards does not mean eliminate this bad end your biggest accomplish- not start change from within they weigh-in will be April 12, a more healthy you to our habit from your life forever, just ment will be knowing you had are only continuing the vicious 2012. NJCU community. cycle of not accomplishing the try not to continue it for a the power to change the whole task at hand. months’ time span. Carlomagno time! Page 10 The Gothic Times February 15, 2012 EDITORIAL / OPINION / ADVICE editorial

You be the judge 2011-2012 Editorial Board Members higher education exposes sey and New York have been Photo by Kory Martinez Allison Lozada – Editor in Chief One student’s response to re- Rafal Rogoza – Managing Editor students to various mate- firebombed and vandalized. But moval of the artwork. Monir Khilla – Deputy Managing Editor Arials from the light- instead censorship has become Rafal Rogoza – Co-Editor News hearted to the shocking and the topic of conversation because questions should be discussed Aida Torres – Co-Editor News everything in between, as an ef- of a hasty decision. openly, not suppressed. Frank Wilson – Arts & Entertainment Editor fort to broaden our understand- The art department chair said Monir Khilla – Features Editor In a building where paintings of Allison Lozada – Co-Editor Features ing about topics that may be the painting was removed be- vaginas and penises hang, it’s Angela Giddings – Lifestyle Editor uncomfortable to discuss in other cause it was out of context and hard to imagine what really Monir Khilla – Opinion & Advice Editor settings. that it needs a forum for discus- pushes the limit. What the Art Edgar Rivas Jr. – Sports Editor In this case, when the Art de- sion, however, that discussion department should do is put the Joseph Rivera – Photographer Sean Rammarian – Photographer partment made the decision to hasn’t taken place. Instead the painting back up along with an Armando Sultan – Cartoonist take down “Mommy I hate them, painting was removed. invitation to a scheduled open too” they failed to remember art Does the painting fuel hate? Is forum with not only students, but ADVISOR is supposed to provoke. it offensive and must it be re- with the entire campus commu- Prof. James Broderick The university missed an op- moved from campus? Or does it nity. The painting should be ac- GSUB, 2039 Kennedy Blvd, Room 301 portunity to have an educational make a good point that children companied with an explanation Jersey City, NJ 07305 discussion about anti-Semitism learn to hate by simply watching on the context and meaning of 201-200-3575 and how racism in general is and listening to their parents? the painting. The artist should, [email protected] taught to children. Such an in- Someone viewing the painting also, receive a formal apology www.gothictimes.net sightful conversation would have may have a storm of emotions and an adequate explanation on Policies of The Gothic Times taken place at the right time, as and questions, which is what art why the decision was made with- Letters to the Editor are welcome from any member of the campus community. Editors recently synagogues in New Jer- should evoke. All these and other out his consultation. reserve the right to edit for space. Please address all correspondence to Editor of The Gothic Times in GSUB, 2039 Kennedy Blvd, Room 301. We cannot guarantee the return of any submissions. If you wish to have the letter returned, please enclose a self-addressed stamped letter to editor envelope. Letters to the Editor can also be sent to [email protected]. All letters must be typed and include full name, age, major/occupation, class year, and hometown. A letter submission does not guarantee publication. The Gothic Times looks forward to hearing from you. Lashing out to shuttle loop The adviser of The Gothic Times is not responsible for the content or the opinions expressed in the newspaper. All editorial content is subject to the review of The Gothic Times magine yourself, an Art campus, then lug my equipment many times I end up waiting out- Editor. All opinions expressed on the Opinion Page, and those held by advertisers, are not major, carrying your heavy to the VAB. side at night for over 30 minutes, necessarily those of The Gothic Times. Iload of sketchbooks, portfo- Aside from the forced work-out resulting in myself walking This paper is printed on recycled content newspaper. lios, and other miscellaneous and constant tardiness, this loop down West Side Ave at night, tools that seem to gain another alone completely scared. ten pounds with every step. Now So much for public safety, imagine, for the first three years I often see the right? Frustrated, angry, happy, of your college career, having the shuttle zoom by Aside from fear, this new sys- convenience of being able to ask tem requires me to leave 20 min- or excited about any shuttle bus to drop you off and not stop. utes earlier on my commute in-front of the VAB (Visual Arts because of the extra trouble the ‘The Gothic Times’ articles? Building). shuttle seems to do nothing for shuttle system puts me through. Well, that was my experience my feeling of safety. When I get Aside from going to school and Sound off at GothicTimes.net. before this loop shuttle system out of my six hour classes, I working, now I am forced to try was put in place, for my “conve- often see the shuttle zoom by and to take this into my own hands: nience,” mind you. Now, I try to not stop. I fear of walking to the creating a petition, when the Below are some of our readers’ responses from catch the loop shuttle every lot because I have been bothered school and public safety should GothicTimes.net morning, which is more like a on many occasions, by this es- just care enough to put the old rare mystical creature that never tranged man who rides on his system back in place. Class Cuts, Protests and Tensions Arise at NJCU actually shows up. This results in bike and I do not want to get Here is a link to the petition: This is silly. The State is broke. It’s reasonable to me being late to class constantly. jumped like two other art stu- www.ipetitions.com/petition/nj Most of the time, I have to take dents did last semester. cushuttle/ take a hit for the 4 years you are in college and then the “express” shuttle to the main When I do call for the shuttle, Lauren Evans make it up in the future. NJCU is the most affordable university in NJ and you’re still complaining. When will people realize this is all union driven and has nothing to do with the students and only with the benefits Valentine’s Day: Pro & Con teachers and other workers receive? I guess NJCU By Brittany Woodard students have to learn early on in life that their voice will be used by those in power to benefit themselves. hen was the last time NJCU Unions clearly demonstrate that. — Comment your significant other by Jack Wshowed you a token of their appreciation just because? The bottom line for the students is this: if you don’t Or, when was the last time you like the tuition increase or any of the other budgetary didn’t have to offer to split the bill in half? Think carefully. problems associated with NJCU, then you need to Society mainstreams us into move your ‘informational picketing’ to Trenton! NJ thinking that Valentine’s Day is politicians, both Democrats AND Republicans, have Photo by Brittany Woodward Drawing provided by Kristina Valera the most important day of the improperly managed this state for years. Local elected year. You show your partner how Brittany Woodard officials have staked their claims and have managed much you love them by sending their municipalities in a similar, disastrous manner. them things like ‘you’re mine’ came associated with romance in significant other that you care. Why haven’t you taken your complaints to the state engraved on candied hearts that the Middle Ages when the tradi- You should be doing that already, tion of courtly love flourished. everyday! Besides those who house or to any of the numerous city halls throughout taste like Pepto Bismol and chalk. New Jersey? — Comment by PJ Women maintain high expecta- This was a age when men chose aren’t even in a relationship just tions that men believe will upset to be chivalrous on a daily basis use it as a free excuse to have sex them if they’re not met. If anyone and didn’t need a holiday as an or make their non-sex life active WGKG Radio: Tune in to campus truly benefits from V-day, its the excuse to be nice. once again. What about broadcasting sporting events (espe- jewelers, florists, and tons of Pro Cupid: Plus where’s the REAL excite- cially men’s basketball or other successful teams)? ment in the relationship? Would- chocolate factories. Girls figure, “Hey, this is the Other schools do it, why not NJCU? — Comment By I’ve heard of series of opinions n’t you rather surprise your AJ one holiday where you can get significant other spontaneously, from men. “It’s a pointless holi- presents and pampered for no day!" “Ugh, Valentines day; the rather than have it scheduled on Give a Chance Foundation sponsors ESL program reason, without having to do any- the same day of every year? stupidest holiday of them all." I thing in return!" Thanks so much, Sheny. You are a great person in- mean is it really even a holiday? Come on, live a little. I think it’s Con Cupid: about the little things; making deed. Our country ES thanks to you. — Comment by Every year Valentine’s Day is cel- Frank ebrated by love and affection be- Guys see it as, a setback from breakfast in the morning, sending tween devoted couples. The day the super bowl. Who wants to a cute text just to see how your is named after Christian martyr waste their paycheck for no rea- day is going, let her know she’s Capstone: Riot or Rebellion Saint Valentine and was estab- son, to tell someone how great beautiful after she wakes up Awesome article!! Learned some history about lished in 496 AD. It is tradition- they are? Seriously, go to Hall- (even if she has morning breath, Newark, NJ. Very interesting as one only thinks about ally a day in which lovers express mark, get a card, & call it quits. guys!), bringing home some the southern civil rights movement, happy to see their love for each other by pre- flowers for no reason, or simply progress for all and hopefuly one day without discrim- senting flowers, offering tokens The truth is you shouldn’t need saying I love you just because; ination to race, gender or social class! Congrats on a it’s the little things that count not of their affection, and by sending an artificial, society main- wonderful article! — Comment by Evelyn greeting cards. The day first be- streamed holiday to show your a stupid unnecessary holiday. February 15, 2012 The Gothic Times Page 11 OPINION Republican Primary Why should students get involved with politics? Endorsement By Kristina Valera government works. By Gothic Times Staff ously, this did not sit well with If the Gothic Times, DC cronies. Often the lone advo- hile I was in Journal- or any other News he Gothic Times officially cate against bills, he earned the ism class, my profes- Publication, were to endorses Congressman nickname “Dr. No,” (the Dr. is Wsor, Mr. Broderick, conduct a survey TRon Paul (R-TX) as the for his medical background as an asked the class a series of ques- asking University candidate of choice in the Re- Ob/Gyn). tions. The questions were asked students why politics publican Primary. Despite his strong belief in cap- to test our knowledge concerning doesn’t interest Paul best represents italism, he has never politics. Along with those ques- them, the most com- the ideology and served the special inter- tions, he also asked us questions mon answer one would receive, Drawing provided by Armando Sultan philosophies of many ests of banks and be- about celebrity gossip, and I paraphrase,“ It’s young Americans. It lieves that the power to sports and movies. As just a bunch of old blinded from the truth! They comes as no surprise control money in it turns out, the major- guys arguing with want you to remain clueless and that he has the biggest America shouldn’t be ity of the class did well each other.” What’s to make you feel like the elec- support among the given to them. He be- when it came to nam- worse than that dis- tions and politics have no impact young voter base. lieves in auditing the ing the cast of Jersey torted respective of on you so that politics is just a Paul is one of the re- Federal Reserve, as Shore but almost politics, is the idea bunch of people bickering all maining few politi- well as, destroying the everybody were ab- that nothing these day. The people in power want to cians who has not cozy and cuddlesome solutely stumped when politicians do have keep you in the dark. Why? Be- succumbed to the dis- relationship banks have asked to name the six any effect on you. cause they realize that young Photo from google images candidates for this That’s where you people are the back bone of soci- ease known as Ron Paul with the federal gov- “Washington.” For ernment. year’s election. Photo courtesy of are gravely mistaken. ety. College students’ opinions Kristina Valera matter just as much as some un- over 25 years he has He has never been lob- Being a student who Kristina Valera Now, on the other stood on principal, liberty, and bied and continues to fight, not for attends NJCU as well, hand, politics appear known politicians. Imagine if equality for all Americans. the special interests, but for the self- I admit I have limited interest to be nothing more than dis- you were to use your voice An avid believer in individual interest of all Americans. and knowledge regarding poli- agreements, controversy and against those who think they can liberty and choice, he has been It is this quality that makes Ron tics. Let’s be frank here; most scandal! The media has gone out control you. What better way to against the bailout, against the Paul stand out. students are ignorant when it of their way to create this super- voice out your concerns than to Patriot Act, and against the new In a campaign process that’s filled comes to politics and how the ficial, visual concept to keep you vote? TSA body pat-downs and screen- with mud-slinging at all sides, Ron ings since the beginning. Paul continues to consistently con- Paul bases his strong convic- vey a positive message and a – dare tions and philosophies on the US I say – common sense attitude when Using the NJCU server on Constitution, often citing it as the it comes to foreign and domestic is- premise for his beliefs. Obvi- sues. your handheld device We need to show off By Juan Perez By Rafal Rogoza research, show off art work in abandoned warehouses, get their ometime between Fall 2011 and the beginning of Spring 2012 the Campus IT staff updated the umbers such as 2012, hands dirty in urban gardens, and email server. In an effort to cut costs and go green, the campus wants to go paperless and most 666, 1986 and Knicks 76 just moved an audience at a local Sprofessors are emailing materials to your NJCU email address or putting it on Blackboard. If you’re N- Heat 110 creep some poetry slam. like me, you hardly ever sign into email traditionally and you just set it to your phone and only sign in people out. These For the next open when you have to. Thanks to updates to the server IOS and capabilities of Android devices, we now numbers symbolize house, the university have native NJCU email support at our disposal. What does that mean? It means you can now use your doomsday prophecies should take the initia- tablet, smart phone, or any other handheld device with internet connection and e-mail application without and tragedies. The tive and organize having to sign into Gotmail through a web browser. If you’ve had those devices since 2009 you can only number that should events with flair. A receive NJCU email but never send it with your @njcu.edu account. That feature only worked for Black- send chills through the music show on the berry users but not anymore. So sit back, pull out your device, and let’s configure it. student body is -3.5%. plaza behind Hepburn For Apple users: Outgoing mail server That’s how much could make a tour of First, go to settings, press on SMTP: mail.njcu.edu NJCU’s enrollment the campus more mail, contacts, calendars, User name: just the first half has fallen the last ten lively. Displaying then hit add account. of your NJCU email leave years. It’s also the work created by art Next, hit other then pop3 out @njcu.edu number that should students could simu- Under pop account informa- Password: your NJCU email make some people in late the atmosphere of tion: password Hepburn Hall sweat. Photo by Sean Rammarian a museum, lets cover Name: put the name you Use SSL: turn that on Rafal Rogoza In the race for stu- up those bare walls want the email to display Authentication: set it on dents NJCU took a and put them to use. Address: [email protected] password few steps back from the starting Students that are leaders, organ- Description: The name you line, while other schools took izers, and businessmen should want to give your NJCU account These settings also work on Android, just go to the off. Schools that NJCU competes confidently step up to the Incoming Mail Server email app and hit the menu button. Next tap on with for the best and brightest podium to brag about their suc- more then add account and follow the same in- students keep growing; Mont- cess to potential students. Host Name: mail.njcu.edu User name: just the first half of your NJCU email structions. But the SSL settings may vary on dif- clair University 32.8%, Kean We need to show off and let the ferent Android devices otherwise it is the same. University 31.8%, Edison State competition know that “Harvard leave out @njcu.edu College 124.8%, Bergen Com- on the boulevard” has what it Password: your NJCU email password munity College 41.6%, and Hud- takes to impress. Sitting quietly That’s it, let the emailing begin. I want to give a big thank you to the Campus IT Staff, keep those up- son County Community College in the dark won’t get anyone’s at- grades coming. I’m excited to see what you guys have for us next! 76.6%. tention. A decline of -3.5 in enrollment effects everybody on campus. Tuition goes up, classes are can- celled, people lose jobs, and Grossnickle keeps crumpling. I’m sure there are people work- ing hard to boost enrollment. They tour potential students and sizzle the services the university has to offer. However, there is more that can be done if the cam- pus community works together. The university needs to reach out to students with a creative and entrepreneurial drive. I’m not referring to just honor stu- dents. It’s unnoticed talent on campus that the university should be reaching out to, to boost enrollment. These are students that play at sold out rock concerts, make na- tional headlines abroad, have unique contributions to scientific Page 12 The Gothic Times February 15, 2012 SPORTS Deja Blue!

By Egypt Hicks spite that, the halftime show was a success. The New England Patriots and The second half was entertain- the New York Giants went head- ing- Patriots CB Patrick Chung to-head in what was a rematch of laid a huge hit on the Giants’ WR Super Bowl XLII. This year’s Mario Manningham. The huge Super Bowl was held at Lucas hit inspired the Patriots, as they Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, scored 14 unanswered points and Indiana. Miranda Lambert, took a 17-9 lead. Blake Shelton, and Kelly Clark- In the 4th quarter, where any- son were the pre-game opening thing can happen, Giants TE acts. Travis Beckum injured his ACL The first half seemed to be an and missed the rest of the game. uninteresting game, with a few The Giants ended up punting on Julio Cortez/Associated Press touchdowns. The Giants domi- that drive. The following Patriot Eli Manning nated possession, lead by QB Eli possession, QB Tom Brady Manning. The Patriots ended up threw an interception to LB leading 10-9 by halftime, with a Chase Blackburn. The pass was crucial play- QB Eli Manning Branch and TE Aaron Hernan- Belichik embraced each other at superb orchestrated drive by QB intended for TE Rob threw a pass to WR Mario Man- dez, a sack by DE Justin Tuck, midfield after the game. It was Tom Brady. Gronkowski. ningham, who made the biggest and a failed Hail Mary pass at arguably the greatest Super Bowl The halftime show was breath- Following 2 Giants field-goals, catch of the game. Later on in game’s end. ever played. taking, as Madonna sang her new the Patriots missed a crucial that drive, RB Ahmad Bradshaw The final score was 21-17 and 2007-08 was relived all over single “Give Me Your Luvin” play- QB Tom Brady’s pass was scored the eventual game-win- Eli Manning was named Super again. The Giants and Patriots feat. LMFAO, Nikki Minaj, dropped by WR Wes Welker. If ning touchdown run, giving the Bowl MVP. Head coach Tom played against in each other in M.I.A., and Cee Lo Green. that catch was made, the Patriots Giants a 21-17 lead. Coughlin, in his 8th year as Gi- Super Bowl XLII and just like M.I.A. made post-Super Bowl could have killed the clock, en The Patriots had one last ants head coach, won his 2nd that Super Bowl, the Giants were headlines with an obscene ges- route to a Super Bowl win. chance and could not convert- 2 Super Bowl in a span of 5 years. victorious. ture during the performance. De- It was the Giants who made a dropped passes by WR Deion He and Patriots head coach Bill NJCU vs. RU A new baseball regime By Alberto Arias

he New Jersey City Uni- versity Men’s Baseball Tteam is entering the 2012 season with a clean slate. After finishing the 2011 campaign with a 10-28 record some NJCU Rutgers-Newark changes were made to get this Gothic Knights Scarlet Raiders program back on track. The Gothic Knights have recently Record: 16-5 Record: 13-9 added new head coach, Jerry Smith, who coached for seven Pct.: .762 Pct.: .591 successful seasons at JFK Me- morial High School. He became Conf.: 6-4 Conf.: 6-4 the 11th head coach in the pro- gram’s 65 year history. They Home: 10-1 Home: 5-4 Photo by NJCU Sports Information have also revamped the rest of The Thomas M. Gerrity Athletic Complex. Away: 5-3 Away: 6-3 the coaching staff by adding As- sistant Coach Matthew Cilento, Neutral: 1-1 Neutral: 2-2 Catching Coach Calvin ber of the 2007 national champi- The 25 man roster will have 15 Costanzo, and Pitching Coach onship team, the Gothic Knights newcomers, who are hopeful to (Stats are as of Feb. 6, 2012) Nick Casere. The baseball pro- hope to provide a more compet- be key contributors to the team’s gram is looking to turn over a itive edge and deliver dominat- success and 10 players who are new leaf and become a more ing performances against returning to provide leadership competitive team in the 2012 opposing offenses. The starting and stability. So the team will Final home game of campaign. rotation will be led by the club’s have to gel and play alongside “Our expectations for this up- ace Nelson Maldonado, 21, each other’s strength starting coming season are to compete. Mathematics, from Newark, NJ, March 3 against Centenary Col- the regular season We are not going to put a win Wendell Rodriguez, 20, Unde- lege at the Thomas M. Gerrity total on the season because you clared, from Jersey City, N.J, Athletic Complex. By Edgar Rivas, Jr. As for Rutgers-Newark, can’t control wins. We expect to Delio Coutinho, 20, Undecalred “Since goals should be meas- Pedro Burgos is averaging an play to the best of our ability from Colonia, N.J., Pedro Gar- urable it is a daily occurrence to he NJCU Men’s basket- astonishing 17.6 Pts/G. They each day and by focusing on the cia, 20, from North Bergen, N.J chart several aspects of the game ball team will play their are four games over .500 and process the doing such the wins and Alvin Carrasco, 21, from or practice to give us objective Tfinal home game of the have the same conference will be the byproduct,” said Jersey City, N.J. measurement on whether or not regular season against Rut- record as the Gothic Knights, Coach Smith. The team will also have fire- that is the case. We feel as gers-Newark on Feb. 15. The 6-4. The two teams did meet The NJCU pitching staff sur- power from Center Fielder (CF) though if we play the game our Gothic Knights are having a earlier in the season on Jan. rendered a disastrous 6.61 Francisco Ramirez, 22, Finance, way, the right way, the results stellar season as the defending 25, where the Scarlet Raiders Earned Run Average (ERA) dur- from Jersey City, N.J., who led will take care of themselves,” NJAC champions. They have won 73-69, behind Burgo’s 28 ing the 2011 season. Under the team with 23 Runs Batted In said Coach Smith. one loss at home and three Pts. Coach Casere, who was a mem- (RBI) and 11 Doubles. players are averaging over 10 It is the final Gothic Knights Pts/G. Kaihrique Irick, Walik home game before the NJAC Albright, and Keith Williams Tournament begins. Show Sports Standings have become a three-headed your support at the John J. NJAC Men’s Basketball NJAC Women’s Basketball scoring monster, averaging Moore Athletic Fitness Center : NJAC Women’s Bowling 16.7, 12.5, and 10.6 Pts/G, re- on Feb. 15 at 8:00pm. North: Record Overall North: Record Overall spectively. 1) William Paterson 9-2 19-3 1) William Paterson 10-1 21-1 1) Valparaiso 30-8 2) NJCU 6-4 16-5 2) Rutgers-Newark 6-4 15-6 2) Fairleigh Dickinson 45-12 3) Rutgers-Newark 6-4 13-9 3) Montclair State 6-5 16-7 3) Sacred Heart 37-9 4) Montclair State 6-5 16-7 4) Ramapo 5-6 14-8 4) Maryland-Eastern Shore 37-9 5) Ramapo 6-5 15-7 5) NJCU 0-10 4-18 For more information about 5) Sam Houston State 40-13 NJCU sports, games South: Record Overall South: Record Overall 6) Vanderbilt 30-13 and events, visit... 1) Richard Stockton 9-1 15-7 1) Kean 11-0 20-3 7) Central Missouri 26-12 2) Rowan 4-7 10-12 2) The College of NJ 7-4 15-6 8) Nebraska 18-6 3) Kean 4-7 5-18 3) Richard Stockton 4-6 13-9 9) Arkansas State 27-11 4) The College of NJ 2-9 8-15 4) Rutgers-Camden 2-8 13-9 10) NJCU 24-8 www.NJCUGothicKnights.com 5) Rutgers-Camden 1-9 4-18 5) Rowan 2-9 8-14