The Quill, April, 2012 Vol. 20, No. 5

Continuing the Vampire Obsession

By Kathryn Nieves Have you read every will be able to see how vam- single Twilight book, cover pires have changed in motion to cover? Have you never pictures over the course of missed an episode of the time. One major film that will HBO series True Blood? be analyzed is very popular, If so, maybe you Nosferatu. They will also see should consider taking a new how vampires have inspired course coming to Centenary fashion trends over the years. for the fall semester, Vam- There will be a pires in Literature: The Past, series of themed activities in Present, and Future. Inspired the course, including giving Dr. Lynn Taylor with: bottom of his class? cause of a by the popularity of the students the chance to make lockdown? See inside. Photo: Prof. Matt Mendres blood-sucking creatures in their own coffins. There will media, Centenary decided to be a guest speaker at some create this course to capital- sessions. Elevator to be installed in Seay ize on students’ interest. The By the end of the By Loren Kessell course will be worth four course, students will have a The trek up to the third floor of Centenary College’s Seay Building is tiresome, but credits and can be taken by greater understanding of how soon students will not have to worry. The college will hire people to install a new elevator in any student, though filed depictions of vampires have the building this summer. under English. changed over time and have Lately students have been mentioning several cases of computer problems, and the The course will begin a pretty good guess of how technical staff wondered why the students were not coming to them for help. They looked into with the vampire craze that their legacy will continue into the issue, and it came to their attention that students are not willing to climb up the mountain of began in the late 1720s and the future. stairs to get to the office. continued into the 1730s. Surveyed students Construction workers will start building the elevator this summer, and it will boast a Various art works and poetry seemed pleased with this new few pe rks. It will be fully air conditioned, and there are plans to make it move quickly like of that time will be discussed course for fall 2012. Only the ones in city skyscrapers. It will even have plush carpeting and wireless Internet access for before moving on to the six out of 30 replied that those with smart phones. nineteenth century. Excerpts this would not be something Centenary students will no longer put off getting their computers fixed since they will from famous novels in which they would like to see in the be more than willing to ride in the new elevator. The Seay building will also get a coffee bar on characters were vampires or courcatalog. Others were ec- the third floor so people can grab a drink before heading back to class. The college wants to get presumed vampires will be static upon hearing the news, students more involved on the other side of campus, and it wants to make the third floor more read and analyzed. Students and most admitted they might accessible. will have the opportunity consider taking this class next to read Elizabeth Caroline semester. Night life enhanced However, there Grey’s The Skeleton Count, By Bridget McCann was a larger percentage of bar, late night will also still curity guards will be provid- which is assumed to be one SGA has decided female students interested be set up, allowing food to be ing rides to get students back of the first vampire novels to turn the Cyclone Café into than male students. Fresh- purchased during late night to their dorms. written by a woman. a night club every Thursday man Katrina McGahran said, hours with tthemes every Prior to the open- An obvious choice night, starting next fall. “I think it will be interest- other week, including 80s ing of the club, a contest will to be covered is Dracula by The club, which has ing and something different night, a highlighter party, and be held by SGA for students Bram Stoker. Students will yet to be named, will feature to take.” Fellow freshman a toga party.. to come up with a name for be able to see how Stoker’s a different DJ every week, Sherice Browne agreed, add- Students with a valid it. The winner of the contest image of a vampire has im- and a bar that will be set up ing “It would be good for all Centenary or other college will receive free entry into pacted society. The semester behind the sandwich station. majors.” ID will be allowed in to the the club, as well as a cash will finish by reading some The professor for the club, but for students who prize. twentieth and twenty-first Students will be course has not been assigned are 21, proper state-issued More information century literature. able to use either cash or yet, but the class seems as licenses will also be required. will be provided to students In addition to reading Cyclone Dollars to pay for novels and poetry, students though it is going to be a hit. Students will need a cafeteria soon. their drinks. In addition to a swipe or have to pay $5. Se-

Viewpoint! 2

A League of Their Own

By Bridget McCann “Always appear in stick, cream deodorant, mild dugout because she did not home from war, what kind Although feminine attire: this prohibits astringent, hand lotion, face have any lipstick on. of girls will they be coming some of the things the league the use of any wearing- ap- powder for brunettes, and In an interview on home to?” made the girls do back parel of masculine nature. hair remover. The manual BaseballGuru.com with Faye Because of attitudes then may not seem right by Masculine hair also included a suggested Dancer, the inspiration for like this at that time, this today’s standards, then it was styles, shoes, coats, socks, after-game routine for the Madonna’s character Mae caused the league to over- acceptable, and the league t-shirts are barred at all times. girls to follow as well as a Mordabito in the movie “A compensate with the rules of wanted to preserve the image No one will be allowed to morning and nightly beauty League of Their Own,” she dress and conduct in order to of women as feminine, even appear off the playing field in routine, emphasizing that hair stated that the men would make these women seem as when playing a masculine slacks, shorts, or dungarees.” is a woman’s crowning glory “look at our short skirts, then feminine as possible while sport like baseball. This was This statement, and that they should always look at our legs and wonder playing a sport that was per- a unique time in the country’s written in a 1954 letter to take care of their hair, no how we could slide without ceived as manly at the time. history, and all these things, Miss Rosemary Stevens, an matter what. taking all the hide off our- Wrigley was quoted as saying deemed wrong or not, shaped All-American Girls Baseball There is also a sec- selves. Well, we did take the “Femininity is the keynote of this time and made it very League prospect, from league tion for their physical fitness hide off ourselves.” our league. No pants-wear- memorable. commissioner Earle E. Mc- which included how to relax The uniforms were ing, tough-talking female Cammon reflects just a small in both the morning and night not for practicality, but for softballer will play on any of bit of the league’s rules of because they believed that the purpose of making the our four teams.” conduct. the key to performing well on women seem more feminine After tryouts and the baseball field was to be while playing a masculine being assigned to teams, each relaxed and loose. sport. Phillip K. Wrigley, the team would receive a chaper- Clothes were also founder of the league, had one, and the girls would live a large portion of the beauty these uniforms specifically in approved homes while in manual. Outside of the designed to attract attention “There’s their team’s home city. These league, the ladies were not of fans and the press to the chaperones were usually permitted to wear slacks in newly-developed league. registered nurses and re- their everyday lives, unless Just as in the movie sponsible for the girls during they were doing some kind of “A League of Their Own,” both spring training and the sporting activity. The women, the girls in the league, as part regular season. They were as aforementioned, were not of spring training, would visit no crying there to enforce the rules for allowed to wear anything Helena Rubenstein’s beauty behavior that the league set that would make them appear salon where they were given out for the players such as masculine. There was also tips on looking prettier and dressing femininely when not a list of suggested clothes more put-together to be in in practice or a game, and al- that women should be sure accordance with the league’s lowing no smoking/drinking to have during the baseball code of conduct rules. Ac- in base- in public places. season, including a dark suit, cording to a 1982 article The chaperones skirts, blouses, sweaters, entitled “Seasons in the Sun” also had to approve all social sport jackets, and sport coats, by David Young, the league activities that the girls wanted as well as various dresses. If expected the girls not only to to participate in. players were caught wearing hone their baseball skills but During spring train- something in public other “work on the finer points of ball!” ing, players were given a than skirts, high heels, and feminine charm.” manual to “help guide you in make-up, they were fined Also in the movie, OK; so if you’re a discrerning reader, you know your personal appearance,” as $50, which at the time was a there is a scene where a radio stated in the manual, entitled significant amount of money. personality says “Careers and everything written on page one is inspired by “A Guide for All American In an article titled higher education are leading our annual tradition of playing an April Fool Girls.” This manual in- “ 6: The National to the masculinazation of trick on you. Sorry if you’re disappointed. Our cluded what the girls in the Pastime (1940-1950)” on pbs. women with enormously dan- staff had a good time. Hope you did. league should always have org, filmmaker Ken Burns gerous consequences to the with them in their beauty recalls when one girl was home, the children, and our kit: cleansing cream, lip- actually called back to the country. When our boys come 3 Editorial

The Quill is the student newspaper Substance Abuse of Centenary College, “I was 18 once,” Dr. Barbara-Jayne Lewthwaite, President of Centenary College, said recently. “I know college Hackettstown, NJ students believe they are invincible.” This statement can be confirmed by looking at the instances of substance abuse 07840. on college campuses across the country. Drug and alcohol misuse is an ongoing problem and it seems to be growing The Quill will worse. publish letters to the Centenary College has a no-tolerance policy for drugs and underage alcohol consumption. This is not something editor; however, such newly-created; the policy has been around for a long time. Every student is made aware of this policy during First- letters must not be Year orientation. Usually, there is a sponsored speaker who discusses the dangers of substance abuse. “Students are libelous and must be aware of the policy. Whether or not they choose to remember is their choice,” Dr. Lewthwaite said. The policy states signed and in good that any student who defies the policy “is subject to penalties, depending on the outcome of the judicial process at taste. We will refrain Centenary.” from printing your The athletic department at Centenary College has an additional policy for substance abuse. “We used to walk name if you so request. through the residence halls as a way to check on student-athletes,” said Diane Finnan, senior vice-president for Col- Address your lege Relations and Marketing. This action is no longer in force, because Centenary adopted a new policy for athletes letters to The Editor, in 2003. According to Finnan and Billie Jo Blackwell, director of Athletics, Centenary’s policy now “models what The Quill, Box 1066 the NCAA does for champions.” Students who participate in sports are aware of this policy immediately after enter- or you may email to ing the college because they must sign an agreement regarding drugs and alcohol consumption. Athletes also par- levd@centenarycollege. take in random drug testing. Many Division Three schools do not require drug testing, but it is a part of Centenary’s edu policy. with your full name Despite the zero-tolerance policy, Centenary does try to help those who admit to having problems with at the bottom of the drugs and drinking. There are many alcohol awareness workshops available during the course of the year. Also, in email 2011, Centenary implemented a Bystander Awareness Program, called Green Dot. This organization trains students to become active bystanders and to assist people who are in harmful and dangerous scenarios. There is an office on Staff: campus called Your Campus…Own it! This office provides information to help ensure a campus that does not stand for drug and alcohol abuse. Another place to turn to in problems with drinking and drugs is the Centenary College Chris Gennello Counseling Center. Here, a student can work one-on-one in a private counseling session to discuss and fix problems Carlaiah Jackson that can affect the student’s life. Various offices on campus and the college website can help direct inquiring students Loren Kessel to the appropriate offices offering these kinds of assistance. Gary Kowaleski The Athletics Department also helps students who have drug and alcohol problems. If an athlete tests posi- Euiyeong Lee tively for substance use, they are given counseling, and the coaches become involved. The tests are not designed to Victoria Martinez catch people, Finnan and Blackwell said, but to try to help, because their problem might impact their teammates. Bridget McCann Centenary offers treatment and rehabilitation while working with Drug-Free Sport, official partner of the Kathryn Nieves NCAA, to assist student-athletes who are having difficulties. Athletes also receive informal training so they know what to do to help a teammate in need. All the coaches stress to athletes, the importance of knowing their surround- Faculty Advisor: ings and avoiding hazardous situations. “Students shouldn’t be afraid to get help,” Blackwell said. Athletes who have Prof. Debbie Lev run afoul of regulations must be retested before they will be allowed to rejoin their team. So, what should one do if they have a problem or knows of a friend who has a problem? “The student (The Quill also welcomes would have to reach out,” Dr. Lewthwaite said, “They have to say ‘Don’t we have an obligation to say something to freelancers someone? Students are usually hesitant to speak up because they think they are ‘snitching.’” If a student knows of an among the student body issue, they should first talk to the other person about it and note what kind of reaction they receive.Then they can go who may contact Prof. to an RA or the RD or approach the Student Engagement Office for further help and advice. Because April is Alcohol Debbie Lev through Awareness Month, there will be a variety of programs and events available to make students aware of the dangers of campus email.) drinking and also show them the disastrous outcomes that can occur as a result of consumption. Centenary’s sub- stance abuse policies and also the attitudes of their faculty members show that there is always a chance to get help if a student has a problem. “We care about every aspect of our students’ lives,” said Dr. Lewthwaite, “We care about the development of the person in a safe environment. By Kathryn Nieves 4 Campus Centenary to Evergreen Club makes plans Celebrate Earth to celebrate Earth Day By Kathryn Nieves Centenary’s Evergreen Environmental Club will be hosting two days of environmental Day with the activities to celebrate Earth Day. On the first day, Wednesday, April 18, the club will host students from Hackettstown High School. The day will run from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., with members of the club assisting Community the high school students in a series of activities. The students will be split into two groups. For By Loren Kessell some, the first activity will be a community clean-up, which will be accompanied by either a scavenger hunt to find certain items during the cleaning or Bingo, in which students will Keeping the envi- to the Earth Day effort by receive points for finding particular pieces. The game is designed to liven up the clean-up. ronment clean is important setting up booths for their While one group is doing this, another group will be taking a nature walk and testing to sustain life, and Centenary clubs or sports, and they can some of the bodies of water in Hackettstown. After each group has completed its activities, they College’s Evergreen Club also help with clean-up. The will have lunch. Students will be invited to make jewelry or key chains out of repurposed items, understands that something clean-up efforts and helping celebrating the eco-friendly spirit. Then the groups will switch, doing the opposite activity from needs to be done. In 2008 out during the event counts the one they had completed before lunch. The day is designed to teach students about how to Dr. Lauren Bergey developed toward community service become environmentally friendly and show how important it is to keep our Earth clean. the idea of having an Earth hours, and it is for a worth- The second day, Saturday, April 21 from 11a.m. to 5 p.m., will be open to children and Day celebration on Cente- while cause. families from the community. There will be various stands set up for children to roam check out nary’s campus. With the help The outlook for and enjoy. They can stay at a stand for any duration of time that they want. Some of the stands of several faculty members the event is positive, and a will contribute to Centenary’s Community Garden. For example, children are invited to paint and on-campus organizations lot of people are expected rocks, which will line the bed of the garden. They can also put their handprint on the shed with she got the event started. to attend and to learn about paint. This allows the children to leave their own special mark on the garden. There will also The celebration is environmental issues in order be a face-painting stand. Children will be given a flower pot at the final stand.They can paint it split up into two days: one for to better the world, and this is however they want and are allowed to take it home in order to plant their own flowers. a town-wide clean-up effort an opportunity to do so in a “I think the biggest hit on Saturday is going to be the paint handprints on Evergreen’s that includes Hackettstown creative way. new shed,” club president Emily Borzner said, “It is going to be exciting to get to see the fin- High School students and the “ We hope to get ished project!” other, with events such as a as many members of the Evergreen has been working hard to put together these two special events, with members recycled fashion show and community involved in working since the beginning of the spring semester. The process began with the suggestion of live music. It occurs on the sustainability as possible,” ideas for each of the days. From there, the club voted on which ideas they thought would be front lawn of Centenary’s Emily Borzner, co-leader of the most enjoyed. “We have been figuring out the supplies we will need and also breaking into Seay Building from 11 a,m, the Evergreen Club, said. “I groups in order to plan the specifics of each activity,” Borzner said. The next most important to 5 p.m. This year it will definitely think we will be thing would be to make sure each activity has a staff member to work it at all times. take place on Wednesday, successful!” “These events will be eye-opening,” she said, “and show people the state of our envi- April 18 and Saturday, April Getting involved ronment and the simple steps we each can do to save the planet.” 21, and the second day will with the event is easy, and if include educational lessons anyone interested in vol- Goat captured in Seay Building By Joseph Vellekamp and a marine touch tank unteering may contact Dr. along with other activities. Lauren Bergey at bergeyl@ “I have a goat trapped in the basement of the Seay Tribeta, the college’s centenarycollege.edu. The Building, and I don’t know what to do with it,” said Prof. honor biology society, will Evergreen Club could always Matt Mendres when he called the Security office at Centenary also run a science fair in the use volunteers to help with College. Mendres had taught his 8:30 am class as usual, but morning for the Saturday the different events, and it is for some reason, left the Ferry Building through the back exit. event. a fulfilling role to play in the It was probably the third time he’s been through that door Students can contribute community. during his eight years at Centenary, he said. There, he ran into Cynthia Case who told him, “There’s a goat on campus.” “I’m glad I already knew this because I don’t think I would have been prepared [for what came next],” said Mendres. Charity fundraiser at In the Seay Building to get his mail, he met a small brown goat with a tag on his ear, which ran past him, near the stairs Earth Day celebrations that lead to the old WNTI studios. After chasing the goat and By Gil Shavit trying to calm him, Mendres managed to corner it in an empty The campus organization M&M (Majors and Minors) room and close the door. He contacted Dr. Lynn Taylor of the Equine Department for advice. Taylor and Security arrived has been developing rapidly over this spring semester and is Page one mystery solved: Dr. about the same time, according to Mendres. partnering with SGA, Presidential Task Force of Inclusion, Lynn Taylor holds escapee “I figured it had escaped from the Hackettstown Livestock and the Academic Success Center. For Earth Day this year, the trapped by Prof. Mendres. auction,” said Taylor. “I wanted to make sure the goat was organization is planning a bake sale and sale of water bottles. photo: Prof. Matt Mendres The products for the bakery will come from a franchise bakery safely caught.” Taylor used a bungee cord as a leash to lead called JJ Bakery Cassone in Armonk, New York. All the funds the goat out of the building and onto the quad, according to made in the bake sale will go to the Invisible Children pro- Mendres. The goat was not claimed by anyone at the auction. gram. M&M so far has 15 members and will have meetings According to Taylor, it will most likely be placed in a retire- with undecided students in the fall of 2012. ment or rescue farm. 5 Campus

Centenary Heading Downtown

By Gary Kowaleski “Centenary Down- town, ” an innovative exer- cise in cooperation between the college and the town of Hackettstown, will open on Main Street in April. Organizations such as SGA (Student Govern- ment Association), Student Services, and the Athletic Department will all share space on Main Street. Another possibility for Centenary Downtown is holding adult classes in the evening and seminars by Career Services. SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) has also expressed interest in involvement. President of the Hackettstown Business Improvement District (BID), Keith DeFombeur, has ar- ranged for the leased space for Centenary College on Main Street. “I rented it to the college for $1 a month for a year and a half,” said DeForbeur, “because I want them to succeed, and I want the town to succeed. I have a passion to have the college connected to our town.” With the help of Centenary College President Main Street storefront from inside Centenary Downtown. Photo: Gary Kowaleski Dr. Barbara-Jayne Lewth- waite and treasurer of the he said, “but it’s just the op- sion of campus, Centenary Paffendorf said she strongly tion for everybody. BID Nancy Paffendorf, Cen- posite. The college is really Downtown is located on believes Hackettstown and Executive director tenary will make the move to putting forth a good effort to Church Street. It is ap- Centenary have great leader- of the BID Jim Sheldon said, expand to Main Street. help us and be partners with proximately a five-minute ship and work well together, “It’s great. It’s always been “We feel very for- us.” walk from the Seay Build- “We have a very nice, an important part of our mar- tunate to have this space for According to Paffen- ing. “The goal is to bring friendly relationship now, and keting plan to create space Centenary students to con- dorf, Defombeur’s offer was more interaction between the we will start to see things and to let Centenary have nect with Hackettstown, and timely, “We had been talking students and the town,” said change,” she said. space downtown that would to give Centenary a presence at the college to bring more Paffendorf. Student involve- Defombeur said he attract the students and bring on Main Street,” said Dr. students to Main Street,” she ment is vital to bridging the has seen the feelings change the students here. Keith as Lewthwaite. said; “our relationship with gap between Centenary and towards Centenary College, our board presidnt is commit- DeFombeur is look- the town is so improved and Hackettstown. “How can we help the college ted to do that and work with ing to erase any doubts some we work together very well DeFombeur also and how can they help us?” I the school and create space may have about the relation- on many different projects. expressed an intent to receive am really proud to be part of and utilize it as office space, ship between the college and We were trying to figure out grants and federal funding Centenary, and I am looking which is extremely generous. the town. “I think the fathers what we could do to come to improve the appearance forward to everything work- I applaud him for what he has used to think that the college downtown, and Keith’s offer of Church Street by redo- ing out for everyone,” he done.” is only using our services and fell out of the sky.” ing the sidewalks and street said. Defombeur described never giving anything back,” Virtually an exten- lights, making it friendlier. the plan as a win-win situa- 6 Campus

Program connects Forget dorm rooms; how local families with about a house? Moore Street international houses as residence option students

By Victoria Martinez idea arose that the houses on on campus: The college will maintain the exterior of the By Euiyeong Lee Living on campus Moore Street should be of- houses, students will still be In its International International Program some- is an interesting experience fered to students not only to on a meal plan. Housekeep- Friendship Program, a pro- times holds parties for all the in any college student’s life, expand housing options, but ing will come once a week to gram of the International Pro- members of the American as you learn to become more as an interesting alternative clean the houses, but students gram at Centenary College, Family program. Recently, independent, make friends, to students as an exciting idea are also held accountable to international students learn to there was “American Chill- join activities, and learn to and experience. clean for themselves as in the build good relationships with out Day” and the internation- deal with the stress of school Andrito said he apartment style housing. Stu- local families. al students and their families work. believes that it is a “good dents will also need to bring This program helps spent enjoyable time together Over the past few move to bring to Centenary.” their own supply of utensils international students learn playing games with delicious years at Centenary, residency Each house will group 8-10 for the kitchen. about American culture, espe- pizzas and snacks. has grown tremendously. But students of the same gender. The garage of the cially focusing on family life, The important point with this great growth and Qualifications for residency houses will not be used be- celebrations like Thanksgiv- of this program is that the interest of living on campus, in the houses does not include cause of the need for storage ing Day, Christmas, etc. The relationships continue, even overcrowding has become an a certain GPA or academic for the college, and parking local families, participating in after the students go back to apparent issue here at Cente- year, but judicial records are is not available at the houses; this program, are willingly to their own countries; many nary. taken into account. Andrito students will need to park at help the international students students keep in touch with This year Residence said that it will be a more Founders lot. learn about American culture. their American families. Life has offered a differ- sophomore-heavy interest Although students Usually families do Because a lot of interna- ent type of housing to some along with some interest don’t have to pay for laun- things like having a din- tional students go through students: The two houses on for juniors. Students living dry in the houses, Andrito ner, going to church and/or difficulties such as homesick- Moore Street located directly in the houses need to do a mentioned that it may change concerts. There is no specific ness and loneliness, they across the street from the campus-wide program each that in the future, and added rule that confines the limit of need someone they can turn campus and are owned by the semester, explained Andrito, that Residence life is proud activities. to, and the American families college. This represents an “To enhance the community to offer the Moore Street Hyeonjeong Jeong, take on a role as their parents. alternative to the apartment through programming.” The houses to students and hopes an exchange student from However, interna- style housing of Bennett- students also need to choose it will be a success and a Dongduk Women’s Universi- tional students are not the Smith and Founders. a theme for their housing. positive addition to the ty in Korea, said that she and only group that can get Neil Andrito, Cen- Each house is asked to select campus. Andrito said that he her family usually spend time benefit from this program. tenary College’s Residence a campus advisor to help with is “very excited to offer this having a dinner together. One of the characteristics Life director commented that the programs and themes of new housing initiative this Recently, she was invited of this program is that the the school was looking for the house. year and said, “ I’m looking to a music concert of one of participations have recipro- more ways to create extra forward to opening up and of- her American family mem- cal interaction, because both housing on campus. The houses will be treated fering it to more students.” bers. She said that all the groups can learn from each Over the sum- the same as any other dorms members of her American other. Through interacting mer Andrito; David Jones, family are very kind, and with each other, the local vice-president of Student she really enjoys having time families also can get a chance Engagement and Servicex; with her American fam- to experience other coun- Tiffany Kushner, director ily. According to her, she is tries’ cultures. For example, of Co-Curricular Transitions impressed by her family; they some international students and SGA advisor; Kelly try to speak slowly, consider- introduced their culture to the Bowes, area coordinator ing the fact that English is her local families through cook- for Anderson, Washabaugh, second language. So, she said ing their traditional food or Lotte, and Van Winkle halls; that she wanted to say thank teaching some basic conver- Mary Painter, director of you to her family for caring sations, such as how to say Student Services; and Lorna for her as their real family. hi, or thank you in their own Farmer, director of Counsel- In addition to these languages. ing, brainstormed for ideas individual meetings, the for housing on campus. The 7 Campus Senior fashion critique presented with theme-based designs son’s songs; one was from By Victoria Martinez used natural tones with the “Rock with you,” another for about the presentation of Project Runway.” use of soft and rough fabrics. “Dirty Diana,” and another, their collection. One senior Sidiqua Judge, In early March, the She considered it a designer “Remember the Time.” The designer, Maria Cucco, who who did her Michael Fashion Department pre- collection that can be sold collection had a military feel did her “Wild n Out” theme Jackson-themed collection, sented the Fashion Design in department stores such as with studs and spikes. The based on animal prints and said, “For me it was kind of Senior Collection critique in Macy’s and Nordstrom’s. colors she used for her col- club wear said, “I thought nerve-wracking. Many more the Blackbox Theater in the Another interest- lection were red, black, gold, I was going to have a heart surprises for the show. The Lackland Center. ing and creative collection blue, and silver. Some of her attack; lights were shining on critique is an underrated ver- Eighteen senior was Christine Procino’s. Her garments have the one- glove me. It happened so quickly.” sion of what you’re going to Fashion Design majors collection was chess-inspired. look that The King of Pop is Another designer, see.” presented their collections, It’s a contemporary collection famously remembered for. Andrea Wilcox, whose col- Doing this critique exercise explaining their theme, inspi- for women and men, ages 20 Another music- lection is named “Nature by improves the designers’ ration, target market, design and up. Price ranges would inspired collection was Tess Storm” based on the weather, presentations skill set on their principles, and sewing tech- be $500-$1500 for sizes 0-16. Heifet’s “Stardust Oddity.” said, “My experience was collections but also stresses niques. Each designer show- She used red, black, white, It’s a contemporary women’s bittersweet; I didn’t like how what makes a collection such cased three of their designs gray, and gold for her colors. collection for ages 15-25, there was no conversation as theme, design, inspiration, that they will show at this One of the last for sizes 0-9 for women with with the judges, just like on color, and target market. year’s fashion show in April. presenters was Jermaine Most garments were shown a slim build. One dress that Burrell with his “The Future by with patience and persis- on a mannequin, but some was shown had fencing wire is Now” collection based Fashion Design tence. It has also been hard designers had their models around the skirt of the dress. on the year 2055. He used a on the class because the usual present their garments. Elizabeth Hall’s lot of geometric shapes and majors strut instructor Professor McKit- Although each of “Corpus Couture” was a ball body-conscious silhouettes. ish is on maternity leave until the designers had a differ- gown collection with dark, their stuff He used neoprene which is April. “McKitish is very ent theme, some ideas and vintage colors. She used a lot a wetsuit material. One gar- By Victoria Martinez much involved in the show.” themes complemented others. of A-line and mermaid styles ment was made of a silver, One of the most ex- said Professor Hartman, who for her gowns. She used drap- squared material in a cat citing events at Centenary is has taken over the class. “I Kaitlyn Frega was ing techniques for her collec- suit silhouette; this specific the Fashion Show put on by do enjoy teaching this class, ” the first to present her col- tion. Her target market was garment really worked the the Fashion Coordination and she said.. lection. Her collection is women aged 25 and up, sizes theme of the collection with Promotion class on market- Backstage in any called “Darkling.” Her pieces 4-12 with a slim figure. She its futuristic look. ing, coordinating events, and fashion show is hectic. Music were inspired by Victorian would ideally be an actress or The Fashion De- advertising. . and videos for the designers mourning attire, but they in another creative field. Her partment did a critique four The class starts are ready and kept in order by were also modern. She used collection had a red carpet years ago. This year they planning on the first day of the correct designer during draping techniques to create look that complemented her planned to do the critique the semester, working until the show. her collection. Her target target market. with an audience of mostly the end of April. The spring The class is planning a pre market was women ages Another evening fashion students, parents, and semester class is responsible party for the fashion show 25-50 who are upper-middle look collection was Stephanie professors. for the senior collection on Thursday, April 12 in income bracket. They would Rego’s. Her collection was Professors Julia show: 18 graduating Fashion the SAC from 9 p.m.-12:30 live in a metropolitan city called “Pleat Perfect.” Her Sharp and Virginia Elsasser Design majors showcase their a.m. The party is a dress to such as New York, Boston, or entire collection is all about thought the critique went collections. impress event, with contests Chicago, and they work in a pleats with specific colors well. “I liked the way the de- Responsibilities including best walk for a creative field such as fashion of red and black. Her target signers supported each other; include public relations, stage chance to win a ticket to the and art. market is women ages 20-40, I thought it was well orga- managing, and music directo- show. Another creative price range: $100-$200. She nized,” said Prof. Elsasser. ing The date and location Designers get three and interesting collection was explained that the pleats took She also commented on the decisions are arranged with VIP tickets for their family Nate Smith’s. His collection two hours to make on each designers’ ideas for their the athletic department since and friends with seats in the was about a nightmare with garment. own themes, saying, “Each the show takes place in the first few rows and bags filled themes of torture, revenge, Elizabeth Bachman designer had the opportu- gym. with exciting gifts. These and abuse. He used a lot of did a creative collection with nity with their own theme to The class has many are first come, first served. nude colors and shear mate- an interesting inspiration. The express themselves.” goals. Shareeda McCollum The show is Thursday, April rial with a pop of red to rep- collection is named “Blind Both professors Public Relations Director ex- 26. at 7:30pm, doors open at resent pain. The target market Slide.” It’s a 1930’s eques- plan to have the critique done plains, “We want a success- 7 p .m. Tickets for the general was those aged 25 and up and trian- and football-inspired every year. In the future, they ful, smooth running, profes- public are being sold starting for people with eclectic style. collection. She used knits want the audience to ask de- sional fashion show.” “And a April 10th in the Business One designer, and wovens to create her signers questions about their memorable one” added Music office in the Seay Building; Sidiqua Judge, had a Michael garments. Her target market collection. director Nicole Valvano . tickets: $3 for students, $5 Jackson-inspired theme. is young business men and Although the cri- Planning the show for outside guests. The night Three of her garments were women ages 25-35. For sizes tique went well, the designers has been stressful for these of the show tickets will sell inspired by Michael Jack- 2-14 with a slim figure. She said they were very nervous students but they are getting for $5 and $8.r. 8 Campus Media Class uses Skype personal- to connect with UK ity visits PR firm campus

By Bridget McCann Liz Henion, Loren Kessell, Adjunct professor By Kathryn Nieves and Bridget McCann have “It is really good for our Joseph Pizzo’s class, Writ- being doing PR for the radio ing for Public Relations, will female students to see a station on campus, WNTI; strong woman role model,” be holding a Skype confer- Becca Bialosky, Gary ence with UK online-content Lauretta Farrell, director of Kowaleski and Teresa Miley Marketing at Centenary, said specialists PurpleFeather, on have been doing PR for SIFE April 12 in the President’s of author Cooper Lawrence, (Students in Free Enterprise) who recently stopped by the Board room via Skype, tenta- on campus; and Matthew tively set for 4:30 p.m. Pur- college in order to speak Dunleavy, Tajia-Raye Jones, about her new novel, The pleFeather provides various and Sidiqua Judge have been online services such as online Yoga Club. doing PR for the Centenary Lawrence is a wide- marketing, online copywrit- Stage Company. ing services, online videos ly-known television and radio The firm the class will talk personality. Currently, she and images, and web train- with will be consulting with Author of The Yoga Club, Cooper Lawrence ing. The firm was founded in works for New York’s WPLJ each group about the various as a part of The Big Show photo: Kathryn Nieves 2000 by Andrea Gardner after types of promotion they have deciding to change careers. with Scott & Todd. However, been doing for their respec- this is not her first radio job, Throughout the tive organizations on campus. as she has been on the air for world of television and radio semester, each group has The firm will be giving each centers around the friendship about 20 years, participating by meeting a professional been working with various organization valuable help growing among the four and in a variety of shows, includ- who is very accomplished in organizations on campus to and knowledge to better their the secrets they hold. “I think ing Elvis Duran’s Z Morning the field.” help them with public rela- PR campaigns. it has a nice message,” Farrell tions and gain experience. Zoo on Z100. The event began said, “It shows the impact Lawrence had 2.8 at 5, when the WPLJ Party of friendship in women’s million listeners when she Patrol parked on the front lives.” Lawrence revealed hosted her own show, The lawn of the Seay building, that many of the secrets and Cooper Lawrence Show. She offering music, prizes and events mentioned in the book is no stranger to television, giveaways to attract stu- occurred to actual celebrities, having been a co-host of dents. At 7, everyone moved who have not been named. VH1’s show Confessions of a into the Front Parlors to “One character is Teen Idol in addition to being hear Lawrence speak. She based on a well-known enter- the relationship consultant on began by saying people have tainment reporter,” Lawrence The Tyra Banks Show for two judged her because her career said. The entire novel was years. focuses on celebrities. Her written in about three months. Lawrence is not discussion of her career was She read an excerpt from the the first person from WPLJ beneficial to the students who novel, leaving the audience to speak at Centenary. Last will be pursuing a similar wanting to know what was November, Bill Evans dis- career in television or radio going to happen next. “She cussed his book Dry Ice with in the future. is a very dynamic speaker,” students and the community. Lawrence went on Lalevee said. Due to the popularity of the to talk about The Yoga Club. In May, Centenary will event, it was decided to bring This book has been called host another book-signing. a female author to the college “a delightful combination of The event will be called for Women’s History Month. Sex and the City and Janet “Start your Summer Reading Annamaria Lalevee, director Evanovich.” It revolves List” and will feature a local of Public Relations at Cente- around four friends who author. “I think it is important nary, added, “The event was meet at a Halloween party in for the college to host book planned to provide members Greenwich where they are all readings,” Farrell said, “If of the Centenary community coincidentally dressed like students have an author they and beyond with the oppor- Sarah Palin. Though there is are interested in seeing, they tunity to gain insight on the a mystery involved, the story should let me know.” 9 Campus 10 Campus Voices of Solomon To Perform A Gospel Extravaganza By Carlaiah Jackson Voices of Solomon a Spanish Heritage Month have been under the radar for Show this past September, A over a year here at centenary Christmas Show this past De- College. This student-run cember and now, as this year group is a collective of sing- ends, they will be putting on ers who come together on their final Show, the Spring their own to rehearse Gospel Gospel Extravaganza which music and put on perfor- is planned for April 25. mances for the campus. Current members This group started in include Quincy Carter, Kyra January 2011 when Quincy Troublefield, Precious Shider, Carter, director, Carlaiah Jaleel Ritchwood, Jahson Jasckson and other students Mayers, Susan Cheng, Jess decided that they wanted to Kiedes, Carlaiah Jackson, sing. Members share a simi- and Saquan Williams, all lar interest in Christianity and current students at Centenary decided to be a Gospel sing- College. Look for flyers and ing group. Recently, Voices posters for more information of Solomon put on a Black on the upcoming show. History Show in February,

Voices of Solomon troupe. Photo : Barry Jackson 11 Campus

Steve Earle, singer, actor, writer, ad- dresses and helped many girls events. A student of any ma- in South Florida attend their jor can join anytime if they vocate, Gates Ferry lecturer held proms. would like to. Dresses and Rebecca Kirtman accessories can be sent to the died in a car crash on August club all year around. Centenary audience spellbound 20, 2003 when she was 16 The club prepares a years old, before she ever got few months before prom sea- By Loren Kessell by The Rolling Stones. Earle younger he had performed the chance to attend her own son when they pick out the immersed himself in The Country Joe and The Fish’s prom.Her friends and family dates for their open house. He walked on to the Beatles, The Kinks, Led song I-Feel-Like-I’m-Fixin’- continue Becca’s Closet in They send out letters and stage with the sound of ap- Zeppelin and several other To-Die Rag on the flatbed her memory. flyers to every high school in plause roaring in the back- bands that influenced his of a pick-up truck, and he There are 86 chap- New Jersey through the guid- ground. Slowly, he took his music. However, his interest also sang in coffee houses, ters in the United States and ance department. seat and gave the audience in country music began with which were the heart of folk 4 in New Jersey. Centenary The club has open a humble wave and a smile. a love of Hank Williams. and protest music. Earle College is the only college in house events and sets up the He looked like your average Throughout his mu- knows his political views New Jersey with a chapter. upstairs of Lackland like a guy in blue jeans and a black sic career Earle has seen a lot seem extreme to some, but he Our chapter started boutique. President Stephanie shirt topped off with a gray of success, but that is not the embraces them. three years ago with Prof. Steinbiss explains, “We set jacket. Steve Earle was ready only thing he can do. During “I realize how radical I McKitish’s AFC II class for up the dresses in size and to tell everyone about his life a harsh time in his life Earle am,” Earle said. their community service color order, and we put the without embellishments. picked up writing in jour- He believes that everyone project. She had heard of the signs outside of Lackland to Earle is a musician, nals, and eventually he used has a right to a home, enough Becca’s Closet chapter at know where the open house writer, actor and political his entries to write the book food to live, a good education Hakcettstown High School. is. The club also accommo- activist who spoke recently I’ll Never Get Out of This and healthcare. As well as The class started their own dates a girl if she can’t make as the Centenary Gates-Ferry World Alive. Earle acted in the right to these necessities chapter at Centenary and got it to the open house. “If a girl Lecturer in the Sitnik Theater. the HBO series The Wire in he also thinks more money it approved by the Becca’s can’t come, we can set up a He is a humble man who was Baltimore and Treme in New should be spent on figuring Closet organization. private appointment,” said born in Virginia, but moved Orleans. out more efficient, environ- Sophomore Saman- Steinbiss. to Texas with his family During his career mentally conscious technolo- tha Davis, a member of the Becca’s Closet is go- because his father was in the Earle has remained a political gies. group, said, “I got involved ing to have six open houses military. Earle grew up in activist, and this stems from Steve Earle is a man who as a freshman; both of my this year, on Fridays and a family of music lovers, so his time growing up during can write, sing, act and ad- FYLS were involved. I also Saturdays starting on Satur- it was only natural that he the 1960s. He matured dur- vocate, but he can also bring joined as a Fashion major day, March 31. Other open gained interest in it. ing the Vietnam War where life to the room as soon as he interested in community houses are April 13, 14, 28, “There was al- there was a possibility of enters. service.” and May 4 and 5. For more ways so much music in the being drafted. When he was Sophomore Court- information check out www. house…my dad sang in bar- ney Pyatt got involved along BeccasCloset.org . If you bershop quartets,” Earle told with Davis. “Sammie was want to donate to the club the audience. talking about it and how they you can drop off the dona- He grew up dur- give away dresses.” Pyatt had tions at the front desk of the ing a time when music took Becca’s Closet an experience in 8th grade Seay Building and from there major turning points, and he when she couldn’t afford a a member will, pick them up. remembers watching The dress for her 8th grade social. Beatles perform on The Ed Victoria Martinez She had a teacher give her a Sullivan Show. Earle knew dress and shoes for the event. he wanted to become a musi- “Becca’s Closet was doing cian, and his parents were Prom season is in the have heard of Becca’s Closet the same thing to help those supportive of his decision. air. Many high school girls or may have an idea of what who are less fortunate, and Music was his love in life, have waited for this exciting the organization does. This I like seeing smiles on their and school was less important event to happen their whole club does more than give faces” said Pyatt. to him. He dropped out of lives. But with this comes the away free prom dresses; it “A girl picked out school so he could pursue many expenses of a prom. can make a big change in a Cinderella dress; she was his music career, and now he One of those, is the prom these girls’ lives. also surprised about getting plays music for a living. dress, a must, and the main Becca’s Closet was shoes to match. She was so Neverthless, he aspect of the prom, well at founded by Rebecca Kirt- overjoyed and happy,” said said he learned a lot from least for them. Some girls out man who was a freshman in Davis. his drama teacher who gave cannot attend their prom sim- high school at the time. She “Someone hugged him Bob Dylan’s album The ply because of the expense founded the organization me once because she got a Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan. He of the dress. That’s when an because she didn’t want any nice dress.” said Pyatt. started playing guitar when organization called Becca’s girls missing their proms or a Becca’s Closet’s he was 11 years old, and the Closet steps in to help these special school event because dresses are located on the first song he learned to play girls’ dreams come true. they couldn’t afford a dress. second floor of Lackland was Mother’s Little Helper Some of you may Becca collected over 250 where they also hold their 12 The Arts A wealth of plays and workshops in Centenary Stage Company’s Women’s Playwrights Series Nine-time Tony winner Tommy Tune kept CSC audiences en- The 20th anniversa- questions: meaning of life, tists Guild of America, and ry celebration of the Centena- death, and String Theory (or the state of the art for women thralled ry Stage Company’s Women is it “Leash Theory”?) as the writing for the theatre today. Playwrights Series (WPS) woman prepares for a trip to Dine and Dish will be held on will kick off on April 11 Japan. the first Sunday of the festi- with a month-long program Vermonter Margot val, April 15, and will include of plays, staged readings, Lasher’s plays include Dog a catered brunch prior to the classes and activities offered Park and Stay, which were panel discussion. The reg- through April 29. performed at TenFest, Play- istration fee for brunch and “This is one of the wrights Circle in Vermont, discussion is $15. Partici- few programs in the country in 2010 and 2011. Her one- pants staying for the 2 p.m. which makes a commitment act play, Intake, will have a performance of the world to the work from develop- staged reading at Vermont premiere of The Unfortunates ment through to production, Actors Repertory this year. may purchase the lunch, which is very rare,” said- Throughout her career, discussion and performance playwright Darrah Cloud Lasher has been involved tickets at a discounted total of (author of “Dreamhouse”, in experimental theatre as a $27.50 . produced by CSC in 2001). writer and actor. Other 2012 WPS Plays selected for the WPS In her works, presentations will include Initiated in 1992 to Lasher has tried to bring the The Text of Sex by Manala- provide a working platform deep connection between pan, NJ playwright Michele for the underserved voices dogs and people into the Aldin Kushner, on Wed, Apr of women writing for the theatre, an experiment which 18 at 7:30 p.m., and Spin, or theatre, CSC’s WPS has sheds light on the human Twilight of the Bohemians by now featured and helped to place in the living world, California playwright Carol develop the new work of over probing the untainted con- Verberg, on Wednesday, Apr. 45 playwrights from around nections to nature often lost 25 at 7:30 p.m. Admis- the country, and produced 13 in human society. With her sion to WPS reading series world premieres in as many older dog, Shiro, Lahser has presentations are by donation years, from works developed explored, onstage, some of and are followed by refresh- in the playwright series. The the deeper implications of the ments and lively discussion “Tap numbers that are nothing short of spectacular. plays receive rehearsal with a commands human give their with the authors and cast. The Kings back him up on several close-set tap numbers that professional cast and direc- dogs to “Stay.” A licensed Reservations are requested. are nothing short of spectacular. These three guys are brilliant. tor, allowing the playwright psychologist, Lasher is also A free writing I love Tommy and I loved his show.” - New York Post, Liz to collaborate with other the author of the book, Dog: workshop, led by Australian Smith professionals during the de- Pure Awareness, And the Ani- playwright Aoise Stratford, Nine-Time Tony Award winner Tommy Tune per- velopment process. They are mals Will Teach You, and The will be offered to the public formed as part of the Centenary Stage Company season late presented script-in-hand, in Art and Practice of Compas- on Saturday, Apr. 14 from last month, with Steps in Time: A Broadway Biography in staged readings for audi- sion and Empathy. 3-6 p.m. Space is limited Song and Dance in the Sitnik Theater of the David and Carol ences, so the playwright can She has taught about and advance reservations are Lackland Center. further develop the work, in the human-animal bond at the required for this workshop. Broadway’s legendary song and dance man, Tommy the presence of an audience, a New School and in the con- Stratford’s play Tune, danced a musical memoir, high stepping through his critical element. tinuing education program of The Unfortunates makes illustrious career celebrating 50 years on the Great White The first featured the Massachusetts School of its world premiere from the Way. He sings, dances, and laughed his way through glorious play in the 2012 WPS will Professional Psychology. playwright series on Friday, musical moments that make him a theatre legend. Backed up be “Other Minds” by Margot Dine and Dish with April 13, and will run in the by the multi-talented Manhattan Rhythm Kings, they gave the Lasher, on Wednesday, the playwrights returns by Edith Bolte Kutz Theatre of audience a unique and masterful evening. April 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the popular demand to the WPS the Lackland Center through Tommy Tune’s nine Tony Awards celebrate him as a Lackland Center. “I loved festival again this year, offer- April 29. The Unfortunates performer, choreographer and director (Best Actor in a Musi- this play when it was first ing a lively panel discussion was the 2011 winner of the cal for My One and Only, Best Featured Actor in a Musical submitted almost two years led by WPS alumni play- Susan Glaspell Award and for SeeSaw, Best Choreography for A Day in Hollywood/A ago. It was so surprising and wrights Bekah Brunstetter received development in Night in the Ukraine, My One and Only, Grand Hotel and The delightful, transcending the (You May Go Now), Darrah the WPS. For tickets and Will Rogers Follies , and Best Direction of a Musical for Nine, hurly-burly of our every-day Cloud (Dreamhouse) , Debo- reservations for activities and Grand Hotel and The Will Rogers Follies). In addition, he has worlds. We’re excited to be rah Brevoort (The Poetry of performances, contact the been awarded eight Drama Desk Awards, three Astaire Awards including it in this year’s Pizza), and Aoise Stratford Centenary Stage Company and the Society of Directors and Cheographers’ George Abbott series,” said WPS program (The Unfortunates) , about Box Office at 908-979-0900, Award for Lifetime Achievement. He is also the recipient director Catherine Rust. In the current “50-50/2020” or visit online at www.cente- of the National Medal of Arts, the highest honor for artistic “Other Minds,” a humor- Initiative led by the Drama- narystageco.org achievement given by the President of the United States. He ous and playfully existential has been honored with his own star on the legendary Holly- new work, a woman and wood Walk of Fame. her dog contemplate the big 13 Sports Baseball: headed Softball for a play-off slot? By Bridget McCann The Centenary By Gary Kowaleski softball team opened its season at the Rebel Spring As of March 20, the basemen, two great second Games in Kissimmee, Florida Centenary College baseball basemen, two great third during the school’s spring team stood at 7-9 (2-1 CSAC) basemen, and three great break. The tournament got for the season. Despite its catchers,” said Tamburri, off to a rough start, when the sub .500 record, there have “and we don’t have anywhere first two games for the Lady been many outstanding indi- to put them.” Cyclones were rained out. vidual performances by some Along with After that, the team played players this season. Campbell, freshman Nick five more games until they The offense has Cavanaugh has been impres- finally picked up a pair of been led by senior Anthony sive in his first season as a wins against fellow New Desomma, who is hitting Cyclone, posting a 3.54 ERA Jersey team Rutgers-Camden .480 with an on-base percent- with 12 in just over age of .567. Desomma also and Wheaton College from 11 of the team’s 13 remaining only came away with two 20 pitched. Class- leads the team in on-base Massachusetts. The tourna- double-headers are confer- wins, but it’s good because mate Chad Frankenfield has percentage, hits, slugging ment proved to be a struggle ence games. The team also we were able to get all the been clutch in relief so far percentage, doubles and total for the team when it came to faced Keystone College and kinks out before conference and has accumulated a 0.96 bases. “He always puts the scoring runs, as they were Cabrini College of March 24 play. We lost four strong ERA, which leads the team, ball in play,” said fellow outscored 21- 39 by all op- and March 30, respectively. players from last year and we and allowing only one run in teammate and classmate ponents. The team’s last game of the had to learn to play together 9.1 innings pitched. Chris Campbell. After losing the last season will take place home again and that is what we Opponents are Senior tri-captain game in Florida, the team against Immaculata Univer- are working towards,” said hitting .250 against Franken- Chris Campbell has also been returned to New Jersey to sity on April 27th which will junior Cara Montferrat. “We field, which ranks third on the excellent on the mound this face Rowan University on prepare them for playoffs played a lot of good teams team (Campbell’s .192 BAA season notching two wins Tuesday, March 20, where which begin on May 2, with down there and that is going (batting average against) against zero losses. He has they lost a pair of games to the championship tournament to prepare us to do well in leads Centenary). compiled a 3.63 ERA (earned the Profs. The team opened being held May 4-5. the conference and hope- Team members run average) with a 1.21 conference play on March 23 “Florida was a fully grab another conference believe they are better than WHIP (walks and hits per when they faced Rosemont disappointment because we championship.” their record, as they have College. From that game on, innings pitching). dropped various close games “(He) isn’t a show this season including open- boat. He goes out there and ing day versus Pennsylvania always gets his work done,” State Abington (4-2), versus Women’s lacrosse said team manager Mark Saint Joseph’s Brooklyn Tamburri. “Last game, he (8-7), and during its Florida threw a two-hitter against spring break versus Susque- off to strong start a solid lineup, and I didn’t hanna (6-5) and Hilbert (5-4). hear two words about it from Centenary went 1-3 during By Bridget McCann team’s top scorers are junior With seven seniors him,” said Tamburri, who its annual trip to Fort Pierce, The Centenary Alysia Pinkerton and senior on the team, they are looking attends every Cyclone game. Florida. College women’s lacrosse Danielle Bay with 17 and 15 to win the coveted conference The Cyclones have The Cyclones still team opened the 2012 season goals, respectively. Juniors championship that they have had other impressive perfor- have many key matchups strong, with a six game Danielle Trucksess and come so close to but have not mances from freshman Joe versus CSAC (Colonial State winning streak, beating Andrea Senkarik have taken captured, Forcellini who is hitting .368, Athletic Conference) foes SUNY-Canton, Cazenovia, over the goalkeeping duties “Starting the season off Victor Nunez (.333 15 RBI), such as nationally-ranked Rutgers-Camden, Wesley, this season; Trucksess with a 6-0 is a great feeling, but senior Chris Smith (.306) Neumann and Keystone. and conference opponents 5-0 record and Senkarik with what it all comes down to third basemen senior Garrett Gwynedd Mercy will also Cedar Crest and Rosemont. one win under her belt. is what happens when we Meager (.304 8 RBI) and present a tough challenge for Leading the team The month of April get into serious conference freshman Kevin Litus (7-19 9 Centenary. Keystone College in goals with 21 is senior will allow the Lady Cyclones play in the next few weeks. RBI). had four players drafted by Meredith Bruce, who is also to test their muscles against That will determine how the Quality contribu- teams tied for first in points on the conference opponents, as four season ends and if we get that tions from one through nine in last year’s draft and is team, with 26. Right behind of the six games played in championship for the team, in the lineup are a good sign always a difficult matchup. her is junior Allie Swartz April will be against con- and especially for the seniors of things to come for the Cy- However, Centenary is on who also has 26 points and ference rivals and with the we have graduating,” said clones. However, there are pace for another playoff is second on the team with playoffs coming at the end of Trucksess. not enough spots for every- berth. 19 goals. Rounding out the April and beginning of May. body, “we have two great first

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Major League Baseball outlook: One fan’s view By Chris Gennello

American League: East The New York Yankees are the favorite to win this division. It’s star-studded lineup is arguably the most intimidating lineup in all of baseball. The Yan- kees will need future hall of famers Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter to maintain their health throughout the entire season. C.C. Sabathia and Mark Teixeira are the two biggest performers on the Yankees roster. C.C., the 6’7’’ 290-pound left hander is a work horse; Sabathia has won more than 10 games in his 11 seasons as a pro. The former CY young winner will not only be in charge of being the ace of the pitching staff but also a mentor to newly-acquired phenomenon Michael Pineda. Teixeira is a switch-hitting Golden Glover that is all-around the most talented player on a roster filled with elite talent. He is close to being a lock for the Hall of Fame with over 300 career homeruns. Another World Series ring would solidify his status as one of the best first basemen to play the game. The Boston Red Soxs are a close second in this division; they are the only team in this division that can compete with Yankees star power. Health is a huge concern with the Red Sox; they need star Josh Beckett and Jon Lester to stay healthy and give the team over 150 innings pitched. The top perform- ers the Red Sox have are Adrian Gonzalez and Dustin Pedroia, two all-star caliber players. Gonzalez is arguably the most talented hitter in the Major Leagues; he will be in the hunt for MVP all season long. “Gonzo” had a .338 average with 27 homeruns and 117 runs batted in last season. Pedroia is the heart and soul of the Red Sox club house. The former MVP is almost a lock to hit 15 home runs, play in 140 games and have an average of .300 or better. American League: Central The Detroit Tigers made a huge splash in the off-season, signing all-star Prince Fielder to an 8-year, $214 million contract. The addition of Fielder auto- matically makes the Tigers the runaway favorite in the AL Central. Also, this signing gives the Tigers even more power to their already loaded lineup. Fielder in 7 seasons has hit 230 homeruns, batted in 656 runs, and has a career batting average of .282. Although Prince is an elite slugger he still isn’t even the best hitter on the team; that spot is occupied by Miguel Cabrera. Cabrera each year is a lock to hit 30-plus home runs, bat in 100 plus runs, and has a eye-popping career batting average of .317. Most of the press attention this off-season is going towards Fielder and Cabrera, but try not to forget about last year’s CY Young and MVP winner starting pitcher Justin Verlander. Verlander is the total package for a pitcher; he can throw 100 miles per hour and then in the next pitch drop a sharp moving right on the corner of the strike zone. Detroit is fully-loaded to make a World Series run; now all they have to do is just perform. American League: West The favorite to win the American League West is, hands down, the Los Angelos of Anaheim Angels. They landed arguably the greatest player ever in the off-season in . Pujols can on any swing take the ball 500 feet out of the ball park; he strikes fear into even the most veteran pitchers. The Angels also have a terrific one-two punch at the top of their pitching rotation. Dan Haren and JaredWeaver are candidates to be All-Stars and have the potential to win 20 games this upcoming season. The only team the Angels have to worry about is the ; they have been to the World Series in back-to-back years and have a very potent offensive lineup. But with the addition of Pujols, the Angels should be able to overcome the Rangers and be League champions. National League: East The National League East is filled with teams of the same caliber. The Miami Marlins had a busy off-season, acquiring All Stars Jose Reyes and Mark Buerhle; the Washington Nationals traded for left handed pitcher Gio Gonzalez, and the Philadelphia Phillies signed closing pitcher Jonathon Papelbon who was a legend in Boston for years. Although the Braves didn’t do much over the off-season, they still have a young core that has very talented players like Jason Hey- ward and pitcher Tommy Hanson, who need to “man up” and become the stars they were projected to be. The New York Mets are going through a rough time; they shouldn’t be much of a factor this year. The Phillies are getting old but are still the favorites to win the division; a pitching staff that loaded will result in several wins. Washington will be a surprise team in the division; their young talent is just waiting to bloom and when it does WATCH OUT! National League: Central Although the St. Louis Cardinals lost superstar Albert Pujols, they are still the favorite to take the National League Central crown. The Cardinals are defending World Series Champs and have no intention of having a hangover year. Adam Wainwright is coming back from major arm surgery and is eager to get back to his Cy Young form. The Cardinal veterans along with their three-headed pitching monster: Adam Wainwright, Chris Carpenter, and Jaime Garcia are still in good position to get back into the playoffs and make another run at the World Series. The only threatening team to the Cardinals is the ; they have last year’s most valuable player and a strong pitching staff. As long as St Louis plays their cards right they should have no problem win- ning this division. National League: West This division is the most interesting one; coming into this season there is no clear cut favorite. The most talented team is the ; their pitching staff is arguably the best in the majors, and Buster Posey, their young star catcher, is back and 100 percent healthy. Another team that can challenge for the number one spot in is the Arizona Diamondbacks. With a solid core of pitchers and a potent offensive lineup, the Diamondbacks could run away with the division if they are clicking on all cylinders. In order for the D-backs to win this division, they need star player Justin Upton to explode and be a MVP candidate. 15

Members of Prof. Perricone’s Events Administration and Sports Marketing class meet to plan upcoming conference. Photo: Chris Gennello Sports management Conference to give students glimpse of job realities By Chris Gennello On April 24 from 11a.m. to 5 p.m. a Sports Management Conference will come to Centenary. Any sports manage- ment, marketing, finance, accounting business majors from freshman to seniors will benefit by attending; students will be able to make connections with professionals and get a idea of wor hat to expect upon graduation. The conference will include guest speakers from first year employees to established managers, all giving insights about what it takes to be a success. The speakers will then meet individually with any interested students.

Internship Panel • Trish Mahaffey • Kira Buono - Intern CT. Sun • Justin Belanger - Intern Hartford Whale & NY Red Bulls • Danielle Dundas - Intern MetLife Stadium • Colleen Collins - Intern Newark Bears • Andrew Szanyi - Intern NJ Devils Breaking Into the Sports Industry Panel • Dan Gloria – student and Dir. Merchandise Newark Bears • Charles Cannella - Sales Consultant Army Athletics • Jordan Cascino - Group Sales NJ Jackals

Networking & Resume Panel • Jamie Ponce – Inside Sales Manager – NY Red Bulls • Alex Kohn – Asst. GM Newark Bears • Angela Wilson – Membership & Marketing Dir. Hawk Pointe Golf Club • David Perricone – Asst. Prof. Sport Management Centenary College Careers & Working in Sports • Fred Mangione – Sr. VP & Chief Marketing Officer NJ Nets • George Moreira - Manager Pro Tournaments & US Open – USTA • Billie Jo Blackwell—Athletic Director at Centenary College

Keynote Speaker Glenn Adamo - VP, Media Operations NFL 16 Heartbreaking end to Sports Lady Cyclones’ season Becoming a Cyclone with many bright spots

By Bridget McCann of 70. She also grabbed The Centenary the record for single-season College women’s basketball blocks, with 47, beating the team wrapped up its season previous record of 26 set by on February 29 with a loss Dee Tait. to Moravian College in the Junior Danielle Eastern College Athletic Trucksess set the school’s Conference (ECAC) Tourna- single-game record in field ment. goal percentage, going 10-10 First-year coach Jus- from the field on Nov. 22. tin Phoenix led the team to an Freshman Andrea overall record of 14-12, 7-9 Innis also set a single-season in the conference. The team record for free throw percent- started off the season winning age, making 26 of her 31 five games in a row, includ- attempts on the season for a ing winning the Hunter Col- .839 percentage. lege Tournament by beating Unfortunately, these Lacrosse player Cameron Gunn, with 14 goals to his credit at presstime. the host team in the finals. individual records were not Photo: Courtesy of Centenary College Athletics. Many records were enough for the Cyclones, broken throughout the sea- as they failed to reach the By Matt Mercuro has allowed him to continue March 26, Gunn is leading son: senior Jen Vasta became Colonial States Athletic Con- his studious work ethic in the the team in almost every the school’s all-time leading ference (CSAC) Tournament Each athlete who classroom, while helping him offensive category, includ- scorer, surpassing Stephanie after finishing the regular plays for Centenary College improve as an athlete. ing leading the team with 14 Roberts. season with a five-game los- has a unique story . For la- “Coach Klank really goals, and 21 overall points, Senior Hannah Ally, ing streak. crosse player Cameron Gunn, sold me on the school and the and is second with 7 assists in addition to becoming the The team will graduate six his journey began at another lacrosse program, and I liked behind teammate Conor sixth player in Centenary seniors: Ally, Colleen Col- college. the direction the team was Nolan. Personal goals are not women’s basketball history to lins, McCann, Chelsea Shaw, Gunn started out at going in,” said Gunn. “As important to Gunn, however; reach the 1,000 point plateau, Jasmine Rosa, and Vasta. Broome Community College far as growing as a player, I what is important to him is also became the school’s The Lady Cyclones in Binghamton, New York, feel like I am smarter player doing whatever he can to all-time leader in free throws will look to Kristen Ceni- where he played lacrosse for on the field. The coaching help improve the team which made and free throws at- cacelaya, Heather Russell, two years. He said his time at staff has helped me a lot with at press time sits at 2-4. tempted. Kellie Rose, and Trucksess to BCC helped him get used to that.” “To me lacrosse Senior Bridget Mc- lead the team as next year’s the college lifestyle, and later, During the off-sea- is a team game and I just Cann became Centenary’s all- seniors, as well as Melissa his early college experience son, Gunn spent a lot of his do whatever I can to help time leader in blocked shots Kukoda, and Innis. helped prepare him more than time working on and craft- the team win. As far as my with 81, surpassing Angie he had expected. ing his shooting and stick- personal goals, they are to be Frederick’s previous record “Coming from a handling skills. The team had a good leader for my team community college has been four weeks’ worth of practice and to give everything I’ve a lot easier than I thought. in the fall to prepare for the got every practice and game,” Some of the differences long spring ahead of them. said Gunn. “The team goal Wheelchair include a lot more time spent The season officially from Day One has been to with practices and workouts began for the Cyclones on make the playoffs; that’s all than at a community col- Feb. 25 and runs weekly on we have talked about, and it basketball lege,” said Gunn. “So, with Wednesdays and Saturdays has been our motivation for that, I have to manage my until April unless the team the season.” time better for doing school makes the playoffs. The rest Gunn said he aids food bank work. But other than that, of the week is full of prac- hopes to continue improv- community college helped a tices and classes on days ing throughout the season By Bridget McCann lot with getting me ready for besides Sunday, which Gunn and during his senior year as A group of students, led by professors Norman Cetuk, what college is really like.” spends getting schoolwork well, but isn’t sure yet if he Chris Lynne, and Stephen Davis, organized a wheel chair Gunn, a Sports done and constantly watching will pursue playing lacrosse basketball tournament on Thursday, March 29 to benefit the Management major, said that film to prepare for games. He somewhere after graduating Independence Township Food Bank. The tournament took the main aspects about Cen- tries to watch as much film next year. place in the Reeves Gym from 6-10 p.m. tenary that got his attention on the best players around Wherever his jour- Each team collected food in order to enter the tournament, were that the school offered the country, from Division I ney takes him, whether it is in and those food cans were translated into points in order to put a great Sports Management teams and professional teams, the sports management world a bracket together, according to junior Heather Russell, one program, and that visiting to see if he can incorporate or playing on the lacrosse of the students on the organizing committee. All those who head coach Klank made him anything they use by adding field, his decision to become attended the tournament were also encouraged to bring canned feel com comfortable during it to his game. a Cyclone will certainly help, goods or toiletries to also be donated to the Independence the decision making process. So far, the hard he said. Township Food Bank. His time at Centenary so far work has paid off. Through