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Inside Dr. James Smoglia filmed for This Issue NHK Japanese public television Elysabethe Brown New Editor Fulbright scholar from Iraq continues studies at Dr. James Smoliga, assistant Marywood professor in health and physical education, was recently filmed by Iraqui doctor pursues nutrition de- NHK Japanese Public Television. According to Dr. Smoliga, the gree. television station is basically the News, 3 equivalent to America’s PBS. So how did a Marywood University professor end up appearing on Movie ticket prices the airwaves of about 15 million Japanese homes? Are movie ticket prices affordable for The television station is doing a documentary on the science of college students? aging and how to prevent aging Outlook, 5 from happening. Coincidentally Dr. James Smoliga is doing re- search on resveratrol, which may Haul out the holly help memory and cardiovascular fitness in secondary adults. He Prepare for Christmas with recipes has even presented at the first res- winter fashions and money saving veratrol conference in Copenha- gen this past September. tips. The television station was in- Lifestyles, 10 & 11 terested in how resveratrol and The crew films a test subject’s fluctuating vitals while Dr. Smoliga adds the stats Continued, Page 2 to his records. Photo credit Lauren Reinhardt The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged Marywood Architecture Check out our review of this hilarious production by the Marywood ROTC members Club holds Players.

Entertainment, 13 find themselves Beaux Arts Ball

Joyeux Noel AlisonTrautmann or centerpiece. Some schools in a fight Editor-in-Chief actually have students design the Scott was the second to be hit, stage for the DJ said Jones. Stu- Find the true meaning of Christmas Elysabethe Brown and then Wycheck. “I remember dents attending the Beaux Arts in this unique Christmas film. News Editor The Architecture Club recently getting hit and going down on held the first Beaux Arts Ball in Ball designed masks and Victori- Late on the night of November the ground…I’m tougher than the Architecture building. an style ornaments for the design Entertainment, 14 6, four of Marywood’s Reserve Andrew though,” laughed Scott, Kaitlyn Jones, sophomore Ar- competition. Officers Training Core students motioning to Andrew Wycheck’s chitecture major and president of “The Ball is actually a char- found themselves in the midst of large dark bruise under his left the Architecture Club, said that ity fundraiser. This year we raised Thanksgiving Adopt-a- punches, kicking and stabbing. eye. “I guess I just bruise easy,” this kind of Ball is a tradition money to replace the tree for the Family According to Andrew Wy- Wycheck said sarcastically. normally held by architecture Scranton Ballet Theatre.” The check, student at Marywood The ROTC students saw blood schools. The tradition began Ballet performs the Nutcracker on the ground, and soon learned each December and the new tree Marywood students provide University, the fight broke out in in France at the National Acad- the parking lot of Goodfellas on that the victim, who had been Thanksgiving baskets for over 160 “[The Architecture Club] decided that we Mulberry Street; around 12 a.m. thrown onto their car, had been local families. Wycheck and three of his ROTC stabbed. wanted to start the tradition [of a Beaux friends were driving home from The ROTC students got into Arts Ball] here at Marywood to hold our Peace & Justice, 14 the pizza restaurant when a man their car and started driving away, own” said Katie Jones. about their age was thrown onto until the police stopped them to their car. “The antenna was bent,” ask questions. One of the football Big Brother Jake Scott, another Marywood players was arrested and charged emy of Architecture, Painting and will be decorated with Victorian Student, said. Wycheck, Scott, with disorderly conduct. They Sculpture. “We decided that we ornaments designed by students and Jordan Lelnard, of the Uni- remained at the scene with the wanted to start the tradition here from the School of Architecture. Swimming tradition continues in the versity of Scranton, got out of the police and a detective for about at Marywood to hold our own,” The Ball is very school ori- Brown family. car to get the guy off of the car 2 hours, before taking Lelnard to said Jones. The planning began ented, stated Jones. The event and make sure he was okay. the hospital. He remained at the last year but was postponed un- was catered by Chartwells, and Sports, 18 According to the ROTC stu- hospital overnight to be treated til this year when there would be Marywood student, Ryan Jones, dents the victim had been thrown for his concussion. more time and resources avail- provided the music for attendees. Women’s soccer onto Ian Poshka’s car, another The next day Wycheck said he able. The goal is for this Ball to Marywood student, by about ten was coughing up blood and de- The tradition of Beaux Arts become an annual event for the football players, from Lacka- cided to go to the hospital, where Balls generally includes a design School of Architecture. “It’s a Women’s soccer team wins the wanna College gathered around he had a CAT scan and X ray. contest. The students design lot of planning but it will be very ECAC. the car. Lelnard was the first The victim, despite being things such as a mask, costume, worth it” said Jones.< to get hit. He went down to the stabbed and badly beaten, was Sports, 19 ground, and was kicked in the taken to the Community Medical face, resulting in a concussion. Continued, Page 2 2 December 2010 The Wood Word NEWS

The Wood Word [email protected] Dr. Smoglia filmed for Japanese public television, cont. Alison Trautmann other physiological interventions Editor-in-Chief ‘12 could affect aging, and sought universities performing interest- ing research in this field. The documentary will also fea- ture research taking place at MIT, University of Pennsylvania, Al- Mandy Boyle Advertising Sales Manager ‘10 bert Einstein University, and the University of Wisconsin. The television crew read about Dr. Smoliga’s research online and contacted him. “There are very few laboratories examining the Elysabethe Brown effects of resveratrol supplemen- News Editor ‘14 tation in people, especially other- wise healthy people,” Dr.Smoliga said. Dr. Smoliga explained that they are currently examining the Megan McGraw effects of a resveratrol supple- Assistant News Editor ment called Vindure on cardio- vascular health, memory, body composition, and blood markers of inflammation in healthy people from the ages of 45-75. Partici- The documentary film crew gets a shot of the participant’s activity on the tread- Vincent Mecca pants in the experiment will either mill. Lifestyles Editor ‘12 Photo credit Lauren Reinhardt. receive a resveratrol supplement, December to follow-up with all of which has as much resveratrol as the participants they filmed to see 100 glasses of wine, or a placebo. if their health improved after tak- However, they do not know what ing resveratrol. they receive. They will take this “[Working with the crew] Sara Tomkins for about a month and then return Entertainment Editor ‘12 was a great experience and very to the lab to be retested to see if unique. They asked lots of ques- their health has improved. tions, which indicated they had a “This was an ideal project for sincere interest in understanding the TV station to put in their docu- what was happening and why we mentary, as we will be able to tell were doing it, and aimed to make Victoria Clarizio if resveratrol may make people Lisa Piccolo the best documentary possible.” healthier and perhaps prevent the Dr.Smoglia said. < Peace and Justice Editors ‘11 effects of aging.”Dr.Smoliga said. According to Dr. Smoliga, the camera crew will be returning in

Shane Ostroski Sports Editor ‘12

Kendra Rafferty Copy Editor ‘12

Jeremy Barket Web/Layout Editor ‘12

The film crew gets a shot of a test subject having his blood drawn. Photo credit Lauren Reinhardt. Kelly Rickert The documentary crew records footage of the computer’s Assistant Layout Editor ‘13 rendering of a subject’s ultrasound. Photo credit Lauren Reinhardt. Interested in The Wood Word is the official Marywood ROTC, cont. writing for Bob Hannon student newspaper of Marywood Lauren Reinhardt University. It is published three Center, and was declared ok. happened to that guy [the victim]. The Wood Morgan Strasser times each semester. Membership When asked if they regret get- I just hope we helped him.” Scott Staff Photographers Word? is open to all students and fac- ting out of the car, the boys seem said. ulty. Opinions expressed in The more worried about the well-be- “I regret not hittin’ em’ and Wood Word do not necessarily ing of the victim, and that their just driving away,” laughed Posh- reflect those of the editorial staff friend Jordan Lelnard had gotten ka, who had remained inside the Contact us at or Marywood University. Please a concussion. car. < thewoodword@m. Ann L. Williams send all correspondents to the ed- “Looking back I don’t think we marywood.edu Lindsey L. Wotanis itor at The Wood Word, 2300 Ad- realized how intense it was. We Faculty Advisor ams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509. could’ve all got stabbed or shot even. I think we all regret Jordan getting hurt,” Wycheck said. “But think what would have The Wood Word DecemberApril/May 20102010 3 NEWS

Sidewalk chalk creates a stir on campus

Jeremy Barket witnesses as to the perpetrator of Staff Writer the crime. A possibility of the incident During the week follow- is that while the sidewalks were ing Marywood University’s fall being written on for homecom- break, a derogatory phrase poten- ing, a piece of chalk that broken tially offending certain groups of off could have been used to write people was found written in side- the phrase. The phrase was writ- walk chalk near a statue by the ten in approximately a one by one Nazareth Student Center. foot space and was found the next A campus wide e-mail was sent morning. out to all students, mentioning the Although any advertisement incident and how it goes against used on campus must be approved the values of respect that Mary- before they can be posted, there wood University teaches. are currently no policies for what Essentially, the e-mail stated could be written on the sidewalks :‘Anonymous, hateful expression in chalk. It only makes sense demeans our educational expe- however that anything which tar- rience and undercuts our Uni- gets a specific group of people in versity’s core values of respect, a negative way is not acceptable. empowerment, service, commit- In a recent interview, Mrs. Pa- ment to excellence, and Catholic ciej-Woodruff and the chalk writ- Identity.’ ing incident is not something she Furthermore, nobody should is taking lightly, nor should any- just stand idle as it happens. You body else in the Marywood com- are urged to take an active role in munity. By preserving the core being civil, respectful, and appre- values of Marywood University, ciating differences of others. The we are expected to be “respect- e-mail was sent out by Dean of ful of students and welcoming to The derogatory chalk writings took place by this statue outside of Nazareth Student Students, Amy Paciej-Woodruff. everyone,” Paciej-Woodruff said. Center. Photo credit Jeremy Barket. The sidewalks were being Marywood University re- decorated with chalk for Home- sponded quickly and effectively coming 2010. Because it was so by cleaning off the phrase from Fulbright scholar comes from Iraq close to John Lennon’s birthday, the sidewalk shortly after discov- there were also writing of song ering it that morning. to study at Marywood lyrics by the late musician. Ad- The Marywood Community is saddened by the incident. If ditionally, there were a few writ- Alison Trautmann you were offended by the phrase, ings relating to the most recent Editor-in-Chief baseball season. Unfortunately, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs. Amy Paciej-Woodruff. < someone who is still anonymous, Dr. Amir Alakaam, a doctor wrote the offensive phrase amidst from Iraq, gained a Fulbright the other writings. There were no Scholarship to study at Mary- wood. He is studying to gain his masters in Nutrition and Dietet- Parking continues to ics because he wants to change his specialty. Alakaam wanted to cause problems study in America because Ameri- can universities have the most up- Alison Trautmann ter. We do make every attempt to dated information. Editor-in-Chief have our campus guests park in One and a half years after he the outer lots but cooperation is began the rigorous application The Wood Word published an not as good as we would hope” process to become a Fulbright article about the parking situation said Finegan. Scholar, Alakaam was assigned at Marywood in the October issue Resident students are also to Marywood University. “The sometimes found in commuter of the paper. Feedback to the arti- “It is not just an aca- Dr. Amir Alakaam takes care of a small patient. Dr. cle revealed that the issue was not lots such as over the weekend. Alakaam, a current nutrition major, is changing his covered as thoroughly as readers Resident vehicles are cited if they demic degree added to would wish. park in commuter lots. Appeals my CV, it is the beginning field of expertise by studying at Marywood. Photo One comment was that the is- are not entertained because resi- of making me a citizen of courtesy of Dr. Amir Alaakam. sue of events taking up parking dents are simply not allowed to the world” said Alakaam. life, everything. The hardest part spaces was not addressed. Mike park in commuter lots, even over about the process was acquiring a Finegan, Chief of security, noted the weekend. Visa. It took two months for Al- that “it is a reality of campus life Security is also attempting to first thing I saw on the Marywood akaam to get his Visa to study in that we do have events so that we develop a policy to verify handi- website was that it was not in the the United States. Students and faculty who can be accessible to the commu- capped parking. Students and middle of a city, which I liked” Alakaam says that he feels are interested in learning nity.” Finegan says that security faculty must go through the state said Alakaam “it was much less at home here. He said that the intimidating than being in the beautiful campus at Marywood is more about the Fulbright tells people to park in outer lots for a parking pass. Program should attend but people do not always listen. Security is in the process of middle of a city.” good for studying because it is not There is not enough staff for se- coming up with a protocol for Alakaam will be here for two too busy. He has many American the Fulbright Information curity to direct traffic for each developing a database of handi- years. He arrived at Marywood and International friends here Day on Monday, March event and security is unable to capped parking users. There on September 1 and said that at Marywood. “It is not just an 28, 2011. The event will cite visitors because they are not might be new changes soon. One everyone here was very helpful. academic degree added to my CV, tentatively begin at 3 p.m. in the system. thought is having a sticker that Even though he was apprehensive it is the beginning of making me and include a panel dis- The good thing is that these identifies a handicapped -park when he arrived, after the first day a citizen of the world” said Al- cussion and lectures from events are not an everyday occur- ing pass that would be affixed on it was not hard anymore. David akaam. < recent Fulbright scholars. rence. Finegan advises commuter or near the regular commuter or Crisci and Nancy Maloney in the students to be as aware as possi- student parking pass. The handi- International Office helped make ble about campus events so they capped parking is certainly an is- him feel comfortable in coming can plan their time accordingly. sue but Finegan assures students here and helped with housing and “[The parking situation] frustrat- that security is working on it. For living in the dorms. The many ing because I hear from students now, all they can do is be patient international students in the states and some of them are rather bit- and understanding. < and at Marywood helped him with his studies, housing, cultural 4 December 2010 The Wood Word NEWS

The man behind the WVMW-FM curtain Mengoni helps students, radio station achieve recognition

Joe Petro target audience is based on cur- Staff Writer rent and potential Marywood stu- dents. Ernie said that the unique If you were to walk into Mary- programming along with students wood University’s Media Center running the radio station for 12 on most days, you would most hours a day, separates it from oth- likely be greeted by the cheerful er alternative stations. Ernest D. Mengoni. Mr. Mengoni Throughout his 19 years as is most commonly known to stu- Coordinator of Broadcast Opera- dents and faculty as Ernie. tions, the radio station has seen Ernie has been the Coordina- positive technological advance- tor of Broadcast Operations for ment. Ernie says that the in- 19 years, overseeing the radio crease of power has broadened and TV station. His job entails the listening base greatly. Ernie supervising Marywood students also stated that the capability of as they work at the radio station streaming on the internet has in order to maintain the radio sta- helped the radio station’s grow- tion’s premium quality. ing popularity. In addition, Ernie “The part of the job I like the attributes a great deal of the suc- most is working with the students cess of the station to Mark Ruddy, on a daily basis,” said Ernie. Al- the prior Assistant to Coordinator though students manage the radio of Broadcast Operations. Mr. station and TV studio, Ernie steps Ruddy helped program the radio in when major circumstances station for 8 years until his recent Ernie Mengoni, Coordinator of Broadcast Operations at Marywood University arise. departure. for 19 years, oversees the radio station. Photo credit Joe Petro. Ernie explained that the first Locally, 91.7 VMFM has won “The Office” listens to. Ernie purpose of the Media Center is “Best College Radio Station” 6 gramming.” said, “Music director Justin Trout- for training and practical applica- years in a row as publicized by According to Paste magazine makes my job more enjoyable and man, the station manager Chris- tion. He said the second purpose The Electric City. Ernie said, this past month WVMW-FM is easier to manage. The students tian Wagner, and the students at is for recruitment. Ernie proudly “It is more exciting to me to be #12 out of the 40 best little radio that want to be here, opposed to Marywood deserve the credit for described that 91.7 VMFM is recognized locally because that’s stations in the US. The magazine having to be here, makes the pro- such an accomplishment.” the only alternative radio station our target audience. Also, it’s ex- states they are sure Marywood gramming that much better,” said “Due to dedicated students that in the local college market. He citing to be voted for by listeners University’s WVMW-FM is the Ernie. < are trying to perfect their craft, it continued to describe how the and readers who enjoy our pro- only radio station the fictional character Dwight Schrute from International dinner held at Marywood

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The annual Interna- wood University to show- tional Dinner was held in case the international conjunction with Inter- students on campus via national Week, a cultural nationality and cultural Write for festival involving the en- student organizations, as tire Marywood communi- well as to allow many in- The Wood ty that took place in mid- ternationally minded stu- Word! November. dents, faculty, staff and Attendees ate eth- community members to nic food (below left) and participate and enjoy di- E-mail were entertained by mu- versity on our campus. < thewoodword@m. sic from different coun- tries (left). marywood.edu The annual event is an opportunity for Mary- Connect with us on facebook and twitter. The Wood Word December 2010 5 OUTLOOK

Is Bed Intruder Song insensitive?

Alyssa Heater Listeners with delicate ears Song is popular is an understate- Staff Writer quickly posed the question; is ment. The song is the only iTunes the song insensitive? Jason King, download to ever reach the Bill- Type in “Bed Intruder Song” a professor of music at NYU, board Hot 100, peaking at num- into any search bar and you’ll find thinks so. Although the song is ber 89. yourself instantly among an array catchy, and has a great hook, the Dodson and his sister are listed of videos featuring the ever char- aesthetics of black poverty, which as co-writers of the song, says ismatic Antoine Dodson. are portrayed in the news report, Billboard, creating a very positive Dodson with the help of the become fodder for societal hu- financial outlook for the siblings. creative mast minds, The Grego- mor, he told the National Public Splitting the profits 50/50 with ry Brothers, and his sister Kelly Radio. the Gregory Brothers, Dodson is Dodson, released the iTunes Fellow mild eared listener expected to make a ton of money smash hit, instantly creating a Baratunde Thurston of The On- of his Billboard hit, says NPR. catchy pop song with a head bob- ion, told NPR that he was uncom- Commercials, tee-shirts, and bing beat, memorable lyrics, and fortable with the listeners’ separa- other merchandise are bringing in rocketing Dodson into stardom. tion to the underlying meaning of the dough at a high rate, and Dod- The song is based on a news the song. “A woman was sexu- son’s offers keep coming in. report from WAFF-48 about the ally assaulted and her brother was Drummer, Michael Gregory, alleged attempted rape of Dod- rightfully upset. People online admits he questioned the appro- Antoine Dodson in the video on which the “Bed son’s sister in their hometown seemed to be laughing at him and priateness of the song, according Intruder Song” was based. Photo credit http://www. of Huntsville, Alabama. Just two not with him (because he wasn’t to Billboard, but realized “it’s businessinsider.com/. days after the news report the laughing), as Dodson fulfilled taking a terrible situation and Gregory Brothers uploaded an multiple stereotypes in one short making at least something posi- event.” Dodson told NPR when Madonna ever questioned the Auto-Tuned remix to YouTube, news segment” he said. tive out of it.” asked about the controversy. “appropriateness” of their music. and the rest was history. Ask any Although the underlying story “Some people do take it to be a With the radio exploding If the “Intruder Song” raises con- great artist and they’ll tell you is a serious matter most people joke, I don’t, and neither does my with catchy songs about vio- cern, I severely caution listeners that fame does not come with find the song hysterical, making sister and neither does my family. lence, drugs, and sex, perhaps like King and Thurston to never out controversy; Dodson’s over the question of insensitivity obso- It’s funny. We laugh at it all the the “Bed Intruder Song” isn’t the pick up an Eminem album. < night, though be accidental, suc- lete. With over 14million views time and listen to the song over most inappropriate or insensitive cess was no exception. on YouTube, several remixes, and and over. But that doesn’t change song out there. I tend to wonder covers, to say the Bed Intruder the fact that this was a serious if Marilyn Manson, Eminem, or Movie ticket prices are too expensive

Rachel Mizanty support that night with only 50 Staff Writer cents left to spare. Why are these prices so ex- You just finished working your treme? Ticket revenue for the first shift at McDonalds, getting mini- week a movie goes directly back mum wage and tired from your to the movie studio, then after long night. Tomorrow is Friday, the initial opening does the profit payday, and you and a bunch start to affect the movie theatre of your friends are going to the itself. In addition movie theatre movies to celebrate the start of now a days are much more in- the weekend. tense and complex with better Seven dollars and 25 cents for seating, bigger theatres, and more three hours at McDonalds only digitally enhanced movies. Still adds up to a little over 20 dol- is this fair? lars ($21.75 to be exact) so you The “starving college students” think you have more than enough don’t think the prices are just at for the movies tomorrow night, all. “…Ridiculous, extremely ex- right? Wrong. Movie ticket pric- pensive, too much for a movie…” es have skyrocketed in the past are just some thoughts around the 10 years dramatically going from Marywood University campus four dollars up to the ridiculous about the high prices. amount of thirteen dollars there- Taking this into consideration it fore causing middle-income fam- has made companies like Netflix, ilies to struggle just for a night On-Demand, and other home de- out. livery movie systems to become Imagine this: It is date night very popular. It makes sense to and the minimum wage worker stay home and watch movies that offers to pay for everything- are less expensive, but maybe say ticket, popcorn, drink etc. Tick- a little older for the fact of saving ets for two for a 3D movie after money. 6pm equals 26 dollars, sorry Mc- Some tips for if you do want Donald’s Man the work you did to go hit up Cinemark, Marquee yesterday doesn’t even start to or any other theatre are to bring cut the beginning of the night’s your own food or candy and expenses. You then stand in line drink. Or even more simple- eat for medium popcorn and two before you go out! You will be blue raspberry slushies which surprised at how much you can you then add a rough estimate save! Nevertheless overall cen- of around 17 more dollars. You sus and conclusion is yes, movie have already spent 43 dollars ticket theatre prices ARE too ex- before even watching the movie pensive. < therefore causing total bank- ruptcy on your part. McDonald’s man would have to work a six- hour shift of minimum wage to 6 December 2010 The Wood Word OUTLOOK

Politically correct SGA continues to move forward

holiday greetings are a Nicholas Pesarcik suggestions that they bring them Public Affairs Officer ‘13 to the next meeting. The more opinions the better! sensitive subject Although the semester is near Students not only have the abil- its end, the momentum behind the ity to share their ideas at a meet- Christmas, there is no ill intent “Happy Holidays” is acceptable. Robert Hannon Undergraduate Student Govern- ing, but also through electronic there and should thus not be taken Or just, Do Not Say Anything. Staff Writer ment Association is not slowing forms of communication. Add offensively. “Merry Christmas” In grade school, kids are taught up. With nearly half of the year “Marywood SGA” on Facebook is not really a statement that bears “if you have nothing nice to say, Twas’ the night before finals behind us, and six out of thirteen for meeting info, updates, and the much contempt. A devil-Santa don’t say anything at all.” and all through the dorms, all stu- meetings in the past, the achieve- ability to share ideas in a public who prefers persecution to pres- In a recent Gallup poll, the dents were studying (as was the ments SGA has accomplished so environment at any time. Along ents is the kind of imagery that number of people who preferred norm). Excited for Christmas (or far have been astounding. Each with that, SGA is currently in the comes to mind and this, in my “Happy Holidays” to “Merry whatever holiday you celebrate), committee continues to prove its stages of developing a Moodle opinion, seems kind of silly. Christmas” dropped by 12% since there arose such a bellow right merits and is bound to maintain that students will be able to access If someone were to come up 2004. This is most likely due to smack dab in the center of Mel- its progress into the second se- for minutes, agendas, and contact to me and say “Happy Hanukah,” the fact that Christmas has be- low. It was a shouting collegiate, mester. information. And as always, an I would not be offended. I am a come a brand. Commercialization not knowing what to say. Was it Students who are interested in email can be sent to SGA@m. Christian who would respond by has overrun this religious holiday Merry Christmas or simply Hap- improving their University expe- marywood.edu. simply saying “Thank you, and and made it a secular day and it py Holiday? The students were rience are encouraged to attend a With all of the different av- Merry Christmas to you.” Now is now even a national holiday. twitching, their backs erect, try- meeting which is held every other enues students can get involved, there is nothing wrong with say- Plus, Clement C. Moore’s poem, ing their very hardest to be politi- Tuesday at 9 p.m. in Media 160. a simple question remains. Why ing “Happy Holidays” either. If “The Night Before Christmas” cally correct. At meetings, students have the don’t they? Not only can involve- one does not celebrate a holiday would not have the same effect if Political correctness is a very opportunity to voice their con- ment in SGA be a great resume around this time, and one wishes it ended “and happy holidays to relevant issue in today’s society. cerns in either a small committee booster but, it also provides an to bring others joy, simply saying all and to all a good night.” < Some stick by their beliefs and meeting, or at Open Floor. Either access point to meet Univer- wish everyone they see a Happy/ forum offers students the ability sity officials and directly discuss Merry Culture-specific holiday What’s your view? to let their voice be heard regard- with them concerns the students and others tend to go to a more ing issues that are affecting them, may have. Being a member of general “Happy Holidays” feel. Write to us at: while at the same time, inform SGA is a life experience that can In this writer’s opinion, I feel University staff of problems or provide memories and develop that this is pointless. If someone [email protected] concerns that they may not have skills necessary to compete in the wishes someone else a Merry been aware of. workforce after college. Students Current issues that SGA is get hands on practice as to how working on include; universal to formulate a goal, research that standards for syllabi, improve- goal, then execute and accom- ments to the IT infrastructure, plish it while working with oth- more options provided by dining ers and compromising. With all services, and continued advance- of these benefits to gain, why not ment to certain areas of student come to a meeting to see what we life. It is important that if a stu- are about? < dent has any opinions, ideas, or

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Student reflects on The Beatles are now on iTunes February 2007. experience at EMI (the recording company that controls the Beatles cata- Northeastern U.S. logue) and the Beatles’ Apple Corps Ltd. could not agree on terms regarding download and Conference on use of the music. Clearly the dif- ferences have been reconciled Disability and fans can now aquire the Bea- tles’ impressive array of music digitally. Although this digital release does not include such interesting pieces as the Anthology compi- lations that does not seem to be causing any problems with re- The Beatles have finally reached a larger audience gards to popularity. According on iTunes, but does that really change anything? to an article on forbes.com the Photo credit http://www.businessinsider.com/. Beatles sold 2 million individual songs within the first weeks of Alison Trautmann iTunes’ digital music store. Ac- their digital release and 450,000 Editor-in-Chief cording to Rolling Stone, the only albums. Clearly they have not artists not on itunes are AC/DC, lost their purchasing power. November 15 saw the Apple Garth Brooks, Kid Rock, Bob However, it is surprising how home page display a message Seger, Def Leppard and Tool but much music was sold because just that said “Tomorrow is just an- the Beatles were the most high- last year, the Beatles released re- other day. That you’ll never for- profile to hold out for so long. mastered versions of their songs get.” Apple followers instantly Before their release on iTunes, and anyone who enjoyed their began salivating at the prospect stumbling blocks existed in the music bought their CDs and of new technology being re- form of a trademark dispute would most likely import the Left to right Lisa Keller, student at the University of leased but it turned out to be that between Apple Inc. and Apple songs onto their computer. This Scranton, Pennsylvania senator, Bob Casey, Casey the Beatles’ studio albums and Corps Ltd. the latter being the announcement may have been Walters, Sharon Quinn, Director of Core Consumer singles were finally available on company set up by the Beatles over-hyped. Apple devotees cer- Services. Photo courtesy of Casey Walters. iTunes. For years they were one in the later stage of their career. tainly would have perferred new of the only bands not available on This problem was resolved in toys for Christmas. < Casey Walters man was Bob Casey, the Untied Guest Contributor States senator for Pennsylvania. In his speech Casey discussed Education, advocacy, and em- the Americans with Disabilities powerment; these are just a few Act and the impact it has had for terms that I have come to associ- persons with disabilities over the ate with in my work as a student past 20 years. He also discussed in-tern at The NEPA Center for the need and importance for law Independent Living which is now makers to be-come more involved in its new location at 1142 Sand- in promoting policies concerning erson Avenue in Scranton. persons with disabilities. Along Advocating for the elimination with hearing his speech, I also of architectural, attitudinal, and had the honor and privilege of communication barriers is critical meeting and having my picture in enabling people with disabili- taken with him ties to fully participate in society In both attending this confer- and is central to the Center’s mis- ence and in my time spent intern- sion and philosophy. ing at the Center for Independent As part of an ongoing effort Living, I have been able to gain to spread its mission and philoso- a new and better perspective on phy throughout the community, persons with disabilities. “Taking The Center for Independent Liv- the “dis” out of disability”; this ing in collaboration with vari- is a phrase that I would come to ous agencies, organizations and hear frequently thorough out my other individuals joined together time in working at the Center for to participate in the 9th Annual Independent Living. Northeastern U.S. Conference Throughout my experience on Disability which was held in working at the Center, I have in October at the University of come to understand the truth and Scranton. This year’s conference power in those words. As a soci- was particularly important as it ety we have come a long way in marked the 20th anni-versary of promoting equality for persons the Americans with Disabilities with disabilities yet I believe Act. we still have a long way to go. I attended this conference in People with disabilities are valu- an opportunity to gain a better able members in our society and understanding and appreciation have a lot to offer. We need to on the history of the Americans change are way of thinking in with Disabilities Act as well as terms of what persons with dis- the importance and impact it has abilities are capable of. I believe had and continues to have for that these conferences such as the people who are disabled. I had one I attended are essential in our also gained a new perspective on continuing efforts to raise aware- the importance of persons with ness for persons who are disabled. disabilities and their value within By continuing to educate society, society. we can move one step closer in Among the various keynote achieving full equality and inte- speakers who presented at this gration for individuals with a dis- conference, one in particular ability. < was of special importance. That 8 December 2010 The Wood Word LIFESTYLES

Students have the Smart phone users choose ability to prevent bed between Android and iPhone Vincent Mecca bugs on campus Lifestyles Editor Elysabethe Brown go to a fabric suitcase, like a duf- News Editor fle bag, and are tiny enough to get This holiday season you pass into closed zippers, like a duffle by your wireless phone carrier “Good night, sleep tight, don’t bag. The best suitcases to prevent and decide it is time for an up- let the bed bugs bite.” Once con- bed bugs are the hard luggage that grade. Do you want an Android sidered just part of a bedtime say- closes tight. phone or an iPhone? What’s the ing, bed bugs have been popping 4) Even though college stu- difference? As a college student, up in the news recently, due to a dents may be on a tight budget having a Smartphone can be ben- recent outbreak in the U.S. So and think buying second hand eficial. how can students be sure that they items is a great way to save some A smart phone differs from a are safe from these little monsters, cash, make sure you check used regular phone, in that, it has quick and that bed bugs are not roaming furniture thoroughly, wash thrift and easy access to services you around the Marywood campus? store clothing items, and anything may use such as email, internet, else you do not buy brand new. “Students will be part of the so- Facebook, and more. There are Android or iphone? It seems to be a personal lution…We ask them to cooperate 5) Spread the word! The more new smart phones coming out all and report [any sightings of the we know about bed bugs, the eas- the time, but how do you know choice. Photo credit http://cache.gawkerassets. bugs.]” Elizabeth Sechler, Direc- ier it will be to prevent them. which one to choose, or which com/assets/images/. If you would like any more tor of Housing and Resident Life one will best suit your needs? factor that is allowing the android information about bed bugs or said Wednesday in an interview. For a while, there was no market to quickly catch up to the “I love my iPhone,” said junior, how to prevent them, simply go According to Sechler there other competitors to the iPhone, amount of apps available for the Kristin Devries. “It‘s like car- to www.bedbuginfo.com haven’t been any reports of bed however, with the introduction iPhone. rying around a pocket-sized Bed Bugs get their names bug sightings here at Marywood. of the android phone, sometimes If having Adobe Flash is im- computer with me everywhere because they are usually found But that’s not to say an outbreak referred to as the “iPhone” killer, portant to you, as of now, using I go.” DeVries also stated that in beds. They are found here be- could never occur. the decision is now a bit more dif- an android device is your only she is able to communicate to her cause they like warm places and If you want to be bed bug free ficult as both kinds of phones of- option for optimal web experi- professors quickly and reliably carbon dioxide. However, they here are a few simple things that fer high quality services. ence. There are web browsing since her emails are sent straight are not limited to beds. They can we can all do to help prevent the In terms of ease of access, the apps for the iPhone that try and to her phone and she is notified also be found on upholstered spread. iPhone wins hands down. Its app emulate this compatibility, but promptly. furniture, bus and theater seats, 1) Wash your bedding in hot market (downloadable program aren’t fully flash capable. “I prefer the freedom of making blankets, carpets or rugs, and water, and then put it in the dryer market) is easy to access and use. An iPhone is an iPhone, with my phone my own.” said gradu- even clothing. While these bugs with high heat. The heat will kill The Android’s market is also one new version coming out each ate student, Michael Malesky. are not a health hazard, they do the bed bugs. Even though you easy, but moving apps around year which runs apple’s iOS (Op- “Through androids open platform become somewhat of a nuisance, are on a busy college schedule, can be a bit more challenging to erating system). Android phones I can change anything that isn‘t and should be taken care of as bedding should be washed once someone who isn’t quite as tech- are developed by many different me and make it mine.” Malesky soon as possible. or twice a week at the very least. nologically literate. companies, most notably HTC, says that his phone does so much If you find any bed bugs in 2) When you are traveling back Android phones are open Motorola, and Samsung. Each more than a regular phone, and your dorm, or around campus, and forth from campus to home source, which means that anyone android phone differs, and doing once you get one you can never please contact maintenance or keep your clothing in airtight zip can submit an application for use research on the phone will benefit go back to a plain old flip phone housing and resident life. < lock bags. on the mobile devices. It is this you before you buy it. again. < 3) Bed bugs are more likely to New social network combines work and pleasure

Tiffany Saar network were students can take a in the class, including the pro- dents are already familiar with its their modern version of learning. Staff Writer tour of a virtual class room, and fessor is included as a “friend.” environment, and how to use it. They say it gives them more re- get news from class mates. The They can all view your profile, The professors and other faculty sources such as the Internet, and Facebook has been in most set up is much like Facebook. and share in the class work and believe that this will encourage they can use a form of commu- college students’ lives for at least The professor can enter an as- discussions. students to get more involved in nication they are familiar with. five years. It has been for fun, and signment and then relay it to the Mixable wants to make it their work, and actually be more They also feel like people have talking to people that we do not students. Then students can dis- known that the conversation is excited about it. It will take the more courage to say what they see on a regular basis. Sometimes cuss the matter at hand, and even owned by the student, a profes- everyday got to go to class rou- feel verses worrying about what Facebook is a big distraction to post links to support their assign- sor or other student can not limit tine out of their lives, and let them others in the class will think. The our work. It is more fun to be on ment, and do their research. This them, and if the conversation is experience a sense of a virtual professors are equally thrilled be- Facebook then to write that Eng- can also be used for just plain so- “private” then it is what it says. class room, with all of the benefits cause they feel the students are lish paper that is due next week. cial networking such as the other Gerry McCartney, the Purdue of being in a class room. communicating more and more But with social media’s becoming networks, but unlike Facebook CIO says it makes sense to posi- Purdue University is currently freely. Plus, professors can give a more and more popular, can it be (the most popular version right tion Mixable with in Facebook. using Mixable in four class cours- more detailed assignment and the that teacher’s are going to join in now), myspace, and even Twitter, It is were the students are. Mixer es. The students and teachers alike students can follow it because it on the fun and technology to re- Mixable is used as a learning and encourages students and users are learning the program, and ex- is always right at their fingertips. lay messages, and possibly teach teaching tool. alike to mix their work and play periencing it for the first time. By So...look out Marywood....we class? There are not very many dif- on Facebook, but most students the spring semester of next year, could be the next campus with It’s true. There is a new social ferences, but one big one for most have not entered into that style the school hopes to have seven Mixable classrooms. Say good- network called Mixable. Mix- people would be there are no of social networking quite yet. To classes that are full time users of bye to the old school class room, able does exactly what its title friend requests. The program will encourage that some faculty have the network. According to The and hello to the freedom we find implies. It mixes work and plea- be programmed based on your advocated for using Facebook as Chronicle of Higher Education, in our everyday technology. < sure through technology. It is a class schedule; everyone who is a pedagogical tool, because stu- all the students are thrilled with INSERT YOUR ARTICLE HERE Interested in writing for The Wood Word?

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Rape Aggression Defense class for women: An empowering journey Lisa Piccolo like I could protect myself and like this. According to Elizabeth dows are locked before leaving was correct. This was done to Peace and Justice Editor escape or have a better chance of J. Sechler, director of housing and the house, and what to do if one improve something called muscle escaping a potentially dangerous residence life and also an instruc- feels like they are being followed. memory, so that if a woman was Loud voices fill the air as a and fatal situation,” Campbell- tor for the course, more courses The RAD program also teaches to be attacked the moves they had group of women move around Drexler said. like this are needed to help em- the power of thinking “I will sur- learned would automatically kick the dance studio of the Robert J. According to the Rape, Abuse power women. “It’s a lot of time vive”. Participants are taught that in. Mellow Center practicing differ- and Incest National Network’s investment, but it’s a lot of value if they think they will survive the According to Campbell-Drex- ent moves. But, they’re not danc- website, in a survey conducted too,” Ms. Sechler said. situation, they will. ler, the skills taught in class are ing. They’re training to take on by the National Institute of Jus- Escaping a dangerous situation Even in training, Campbell- skills that she would like to pass an attacker. tice and Centers for Disease Con- is one of the most important rea- Drexler acted as she would in on to future generations. Throughout the month of No- “I was getting out of my sons why instructors teach what a real situation. She worked “I hope it has a ripple effect vember, eight Marywood women car late last night, after they do. The moves that they through every move strategically, to other women’s empowerment learned defense strategies at the the second class, and I teach are only for those occasions making sure she didn’t freeze up. as well, because they will see me Rape Aggression Defense class where a woman really needs “It was amazing just to see how as vessel of strength and confi- was just thinking, even them, not for every day use. much I would unleash and just dence,” Campbell-Drexler said. sponsored by the security depart- with the moves I know ment. There were eight women Many things were taught in get used to my body in a different Campbell-Drexler recommended in this class, with eight different now and the awareness I this class. Terms such as “rape” way and that’s the way of surviv- this class to all women. stories. These eight women were have now, I even feel like and “sexual assault” were de- al,” Campbell-Drexler said. “I just don’t think there is members of the student body and I could protect myself fined. The RAD program manual With every class came a re- anything wrong with a woman the faculty. and escape or have a defines rape as, “Sexual -inter view of what had been learned owning herself and being her Amelia Rose Campbell- Drex- better chance of escap- course with a person against her in the previous class. During the own advocate and being empow- ler, a master’s student here at ing a potentially danger- or his will, through force, threat, reviews, all eyes and ears were ered and feeling strong. There is Marywood, was one of the stu- ous and fatal situation,” and/or intimidation.” Sexual As- on the instructor, reviewing the nothing wrong about that and so dents in this class. And, even after Campbell-Drexler said. sault, as defined by the RAD pro- steps and making sure that what I wouldn’t want anyone to shy the first week, Campbell-Drexler gram manual, is, “Sexual abuse/ the class was doing was correct. away from this opportunity,” said said she started to feel more em- fondling/touching of a person in Each new move built on the Campbell-Drexler. “It’s really powered. trol and Prevention, “One out of areas of the body considered pri- basics, putting them into per- great.“ “I was getting out of my car late every six American women has vate, against her will, by force, spectives for those in the class. For more information on rape last night, after the second class, been the victim of an attempted or threat and/or intimidation.” During the multiple reviews that statistics, visit the Rape, Abuse, and I was just thinking, even with completed rape in her lifetime.” Also discussed were some took place, each move, each foot and Incest National Network’s the moves I know now and the Statistics like that one read- strategies for staying safe, such as placement, was done multiple website, www.rainn.org. < awareness I have now, I even feel ily establish the need for courses making sure that doors and win- times to make sure each move Connect With Us Online!

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Read a good book? Watched a good movie? Write a review for The Wood Word! E-mail entertainment.woodword@ gmail.com 10 December 2010 The Wood Word LIFESTYLES Recipe: Linzer Strips Kendra Rafferty Ingredients Copy Editor 1 cup(s) (2 sticks) unsalted, butter Yields: 36 cookies 3/4 cup(s) sugar 2 large eggs Total Time: 25 min 1/2 teaspoon(s) almond extract Prep Time: 5 min 2 1/2 cup(s) flour Cook Time: 20 min 1 cup(s) (ground) blanched slivered almonds 10 jar(s) raspberry jam 1/2 cup(s) (sliced) almonds

Directions dough into 8 equal parts. On a tion lengthwise down the center lightly floured surface, roll each of each strip using the back of a 1. Beat together butter and sugar piece into an 8-inch-long log. spoon. Bake 17 to 19 minutes, or in a large bowl with electric mix- Wrap individually in plastic wrap until edges are lightly golden. What er at medium speed until creamy, and refrigerate until firm, at least scraping bowl often. Add eggs 2 hours. 4. Spoon jam into the indentation people and almond extract; continue of each log; sprinkle with sliced beating until well mixed. 3. Preheat oven to 350F. Di- almonds. Cut strips diagonally are asking for vide the logs between 2 large into 2-inch pieces while cook- 2. Reduce speed to low and add ungreased cookie sheets. Flatten ies are still warm; let cool com- this Christmas the flour and ground almonds; each log into a 2-inch-wide strip. pletely on the cookie sheet before beat until well combined. Divide Press a 1-inch-wide indenta- serving. Winter fashion trends Jeremy Barket trends. Logically, if the women’s trends Web Editor are following updated-retro looks from the 1940’s, men’s trends are doing the same It’s that time of year again – winter. thing! While the weather outside might be fright- According to fashionsing.com, the hair- ful, this season’s trends are delightful! The styles are either clean cut or messy. No in- trends will most likely be influenced by the between ‘I-kind-of-combed-it-this-morn- war, and the recession [or lack thereof.] ing’ look. This season’s trend suggests the clean, styled, parted, or slicked back look. A Marywood Squirrel According to thechicfashionista.com, the Kristi Greider colors, are quieter, muted, and even neutral, Just make sure you use product for a pol- such as grays, blacks, and tan tones. Addi- ished look. Notice the word ‘product.’ Not tionally, the season is suggesting olives and gel or mousse. Gel or mousse leaves the maroons. If you decide to use a more subtle hair crunchy and looks like a football hel- palette of color to your ensemble, any color met. Sorry DJ Pauly D. Try using a type could be used as an accent or ‘pop’ against of pomade. It styles the hair, but it isn’t the previously mentioned tones. crunchy and leaves virtually no residue. Carrying over from the fall, boots com- The cool thing is because it isn’t crunch, ing up to at least over-the-ankle are very you could fix it easily throughout the day stylish right now for women. Don’t be without reapplying any product. afraid to push the limit. They can be worn The messy look goes extreme with the from above the ankle to mid-thigh. Al- bedhead look. The look that basically says Bradley Cooper Rose Bonevich though, you would need the confidence to “I got out of bed, got dressed, and left the wear them at a mid-thigh height. Try pair- house.” No emo cuts, sharp angles, or ing them with leggings. But, jeggings, leg- swoopy bangs. Sorry Justin Beiber. You gins that look like jeans, are on their way pretty much get the point. Just make sure out. So be careful with what you wear. you actually do shower and dress decently. Also from the fall, military jackets have Otherwise, you’ll just look dirty. carried over into the winter. This is the part The trends in clothing seem to be a more possibly influenced by the current war. Al- slim-fitting look. So, the look for a more though stereotypically associated with peo- fitted zip-up hoodie rather than a normal ple with the army, wearing a military-style hoodie. jacket conveys a sort of toughness or edge Like the colors mentioned earlier, muted on anyone who wears it. colors are prevalent this season. Just think Also, the use of chains and sequined ac- grays, tans, whites, or blacks. If you’re go- cessories also conveys a tougher appear- ing to layer, a graphic tee-shirt could really ance because the material is tougher than stand out or ‘pop’ with the rest of the muted RedRyder BB Gun fabric. So, logically, they’d make sense to tones. Christina Kane wear them as accessories. Trends are point- Just remember, the most important thing ing towards chunky rings and studded ac- for both men and women is that following cessories, but that really depends on your trends is cool as long as you’re express- personal style. A leather wrist band con- ing yourself and having fun doing it. It tinues to be an extremely versatile fashion shouldn’t be a chore. If it’s a hassle, maybe tool. you’re trying a little too hard. And trying Additionally, knit sweaters seem to be too hard will come across in whatever you trending right now. So have fun with find- wear no matter what you wear. But, not Top gifts for college students ing them with stylish patterns or designs caring at all about what you wear will come that you personally like. across as well. Other fashion website, such as fashion- Joseph Johnson, a Marywood University allure.com, and even magazines show pho- senior said, “I feel that we should reject the tos with ‘Yeti-look’ coats, capes, and mili- norms and decisions concocted by ultra- elite New York and Parisian fashionistas, Project Life Photo Story Scrap Book tary jackets with shoulder pads. Be careful Sony 7 inch Digital Photo Frame with these because they seem a little bit and wear flannel, hunting caps, and Carhartt TOO trendy. The ‘Yeti-look’ coats seem a clothing.” little impractical to seriously invest in. Just don’t wear any swoopy bangs. Sorry Apple iPad Canon EOS Rebel T2i 18mp DSLR There is so much coverage on women Justin Beiber. < fashion trends, it’s a little more difficult to find a huge database of men’s fashion The Wood Word December 2010 11 LIFESTYLES

Christmas traditions continue through the years Roxanne DeAngelo religious man who was held in con- ways seems to come back every year. Staff Writer tempt and imprisoned by the Romans In light of all these traditions every for not believing in their Gods. After family has its own unique ones. Here What makes traditions, especially his release and death, he became known is just a taste of what our fellow class- those around the holidays so impor- as the patron of children since he liked mates had to say about theirs: tant? Many traditions have become to leave treats in their wooden shoes. Gaetan Desmione- My family is re- embedded in our lifestyles. When Santa for Americans was created ally big, so just hanging out with them. most college students return home in 1931 by the advertising department It’s a time when we can actually get over break, there is some type of of Coca-Cola. Coca-Cola wanted to together. fulfillment needed as the holidays ap- increase their holiday sales, so they Matt Basista- We watch A Christmas proach. wrapped their products in the image of Story 24 hours straight. Traditions which provide routine a jolly old man with rosy red cheeks in Amanda Chabala- I would have to What and structure, are great for the fam- a red outfit. Since they have advertised say baking all kinds of cookies and pas- ily environment. Traditions are a great him this way for over 70 years, Ameri- tries with my family while listening to way to build memories and share sto- cans have accepted this as the correct Christmas music. I love spending time people ries of Christmas’ past. imagery for Santa Claus. with my family; it’s been a family tra- Some of the most common and more In Russia, St. Nick is known as Fa- dition for as long as I can remember. are asking for favorable traditions remembered and ther Frost and wears either winter furs Morgan Strasser- That’s a tough one. still practiced today have been passed or bishop’s robes. In Italy, St. Nick It’s a tie between baking cookies and this Christmas down through generations. Everything doesn’t bring the presents, but the kind being with the family. from food to decorations has a back- witch named Befana drops them off Joseph J. Mozaleski- A few days be- ground story. through the chimneys. fore Christmas I usually go with family The original Santa Claus, otherwise Another tradition would be the to see the “Lights on the Lake” display known as St. Nick, was born in Turkey Christmas tree. The idea of decorating in Onondaga Lake Park just outside during the 4th century. He was a very a tree originated in Germany during the Syracuse, NY. I have been doing this 16th century. In the 1820’s the idea was for about all my life as we have extend- then brought over from the Germans to ed family that lives up there and we pay Pennsylvania when they immigrated to a visit around Christmas time. North America. Natasha Lee- Just getting to see my The decorations for the iconic whole family at dinner; all my cousins, Christmas tree have evolved from ros- aunts, and uncles that I don’t get to see es, apples, and lit candles, to stringed much during the rest of the year. < popcorn, stringed lights, and tinsel. The last tradition to be mentioned has to do with the large amounts of food that al-

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Amber Mohrmann tions. Many stores have a sched- Staff Writer ule they base their sales on, and if you stay ahead of that you will Everyone loves the holidays, grab great prices at any store. except for one little thing - they If you are a die-hard shopper, have to spend money. Between Black Friday may be your favorite food, gifts, and other expenses, day of the year. Prices are cut in the happiest time of the year can almost every store you visit. This turn into a nightmare for people is the best day of the year to grab on a budget. But is it really a what you need for the holidays - nightmare? There are a few sim- especially Christmas presents. 1967 Shelby GT 500 ple ways to avoid breaking your If you are not a fan of crowds, Cody Minicozzi bank this holiday season, and they you probably stay home this day are sure to save you money! and avoid the masses of crazy The first thing to do is some on- shoppers, but if you want to save line research. A lot of stores have money this is the best way to go. email newsletters you can sign The earlier you hit the stores, up for. These newsletters include the better sales you are likely to dates of sales, coupons, and other receive. The pallets of items at specials in the store or online. Walmart are unwrapped at 4:30 If you know someone who en- a.m., and if you roll up to the joys a good book, you can sign parking lot at noon, you are likely up for Borders rewards and you to miss out on many of the good will receive coupons every couple deals. Get up early this one day days in your inbox for up to 50% and save a lot of money, it helps off some items. Other stores like out a lot in your budget. Top gifts for college students Bath and Body Works, American The last tip to save money Eagle, and Aeropostale also offer during the holidays is to not buy these online coupons. products at full price unless abso- Paying attention to sales is an- lutely necessary. If an item goes other important thing to do during on sale in a week, wait a week to the holidays, but not every sale is buy it if you can. Even the small- Project Life Photo Story Scrap Book Kindle as good as you think. Some stores est discounts can add up to sav- hike up their prices and then con- ings in the end. Flip Ultra HD Video Camera duct the sale which makes the If you do not want to break deals look better than they actu- your bank this holiday season, Canon EOS Rebel T2i 18mp DSLR keep your eyes and ears open for Kinect Ultra HD Video Camera ally are. Keeping up with what price ranges items are in will help sales and coupons. You will save with this problem. more money than you think! < Also pay attention to sale rota- 12 December 2010 The Wood Word ENTERTAINMENT

New IMAX theatre opens in Dickson City

Bob Hannon There was even a restaurant in Staff Writer the movie theatre. It was not even just a small, simple snack food Walking up to the large build- restaurant. It was legitimately a ing, one would see “Great Es- restaurant. This theatre is, by far, capes” emblazoned in large, the fanciest theatre to which I bolded letters. It is impossible to have ever been. miss as it illuminates the entirety I have always disliked 3D of the night sky. “Great Escapes,” glasses. This time, they were so named as to escape one’s own dirty and smudged, obviously the life and magically get whisked result of a small child. (After all, away to another world in the form this was a cartoon I was going to of cinema. A number of transpar- see) I could not even see out of ent glass doors line the wall to the the glasses. I asked the staff mem- front of the theatre leading to an ber next to the glasses if he could assortment of smiling staff in the hand me a new pair. At this, he ticket kiosks. apologized and searched the rack I walked in and purchased for the cleanest pair. He was very my (rather expensive) ticket for helpful and apologized again. $14. Fourteen dollars seems like I walked into the theatre only a very expensive price and, on to be amazed by the size of the a tight college student’s budget, screen. It stretched from wall to may seem impossible. I am not wall and curved inward. I could sure if it was worth it but the ex- not even estimate the number of perience was enjoyable, overall. seats which fit into this theatre. I went to see Megamind in 3D I walked up to the very top and The Great Escape had its grand opening on Friday, November 5, 2010. starring Will Ferrell, Tina Fey, sat in the fourth row from the top Photo Credit Ann L. Williams. and Brad Pitt. When I first pur- towards the middle of the screen chased my ticket, I thought to my- and people were already start- self that “this can NOT be worth ing to file in an hour before show it. There is no possible way.” Ir- time. The seats were probably Speak Now by Taylor Swift: ritated, I opened the doors to the some of the most roomy and com- second area where the smell of fortable theatre seats. These seats Enchanting or Haunting? freshly made buttered popcorn have real cushions. filled the air around me. This was The movie lasted about an Kelly Rickert Staff Writer a pleasant smell, suggestive of hour and a half and, as I was any cinema. leaving, staff members told me The snack bar area was a large to have a good night and a good Speak Now, the latest Taylor open space covered in queues for night I did have. < Swift album, sold over 1,000,000 movies and accented by foliage. copies in just one week! But was the album really that incredible? Or was it all just hype? The Night of the Surprisingly enough, Speak Now is a very good album. While Undead: Electric City Swift still includes her usual pop- country sound, she is really start- ing to mix things up. Speak Now Tattoo Gallery & VMFM shows clearly that Swift is ex- perimenting with her sound and Kelly Rickert Tattoo Gallery. is willing to step outside her com- Staff Writer The Night of the Undead is not fort zone. She is truly maturing as the only event that VMFM and a singer-songwriter, writing every The Electric City Tattoo Gal- Electric City Tattoo Gallery are song on this album herself, rather lery recemtly held their 2nd an- doing together. On March 18, 19 than her usual collaborations. nual Night of the Undead, and and 20, VMFM will be back for The album opens with the first Marywood Radio, 91.7 VMFM the Electric City Tattoo Gallery single, “Mine;” a radio friendly, was there amidst all the Hal- Tattoo Convention. pop-country song emanating the loween horror. The Night of the VMFM and Marywood’s sentiment “you are the best thing Undead is a Halloween themed television station, TVM, will be that’s ever been mine.” This Taylor Swift’s released her new album, “Speak art show; they displayed horror teaming up to do interviews with catchy tune will make you want Now” on October 25, 2010. Photo credit disney- inspired artwork from local art- some of the tattoo artists, and will to sing along. The next track, dreaming.com ists and artists from all over the be doing live broadcasts from the “Sparks Fly” is a song very fit- little country ditty, however, the sion create an upbeat track. Also, country. Also at the event, people convention the whole weekend. ting for a twenty year old girl to cute story line doesn’t change the her use of harmonies creates a could get their makeup done like VMFM is looking forward to this sing. It’s a cute, flirty pop-coun- fact that the song is not one of fun upbeat sound, juxtaposing the zombies. Afterward, the tattoo event; Megan McGraw said, “It try track. Swift’s better ones. lyrics about a bully, specifically gallery hosted a zombie themed should be a blast. I know every- “Back to December” shows Following this song is per- a music critic who keeps putting pub-crawl, for attendees age 21 one is excited for it.” a side to Swift that is not often haps one of the best of the album, her down. It may be a bit child- and older. These kinds of events are fun seen; it is an apology. Known “Dear John.” A revealing look at ish, but it is a decent song. Throughout the event, VMFM and beneficial for both the- tat for her revenge or love songs, Swift’s brief romance with pop “The Story of Us” is a usual was there, playing music and giv- too gallery and the radio station. this one adds a new aspect to her singer John Mayer, this song is Swift style song, with a rock ing out prizes. Some of the sta- VMFM’s programming director emotional repertoire, including an excellent ballad. The range of tone. And following this rela- tion’s DJ’s made up Halloween Sara Tompkins said, “The pur- the line “So this is me swallowing vocals and raw emotion that she tively heavy track is the acoustic themed questions and the first pose of these events is to bring my pride/ standing in front of you portrays in this song are perhaps track, “Never Grow Up.” This person to answer correctly would some of our partnerships to the saying I’m sorry for that night.” what makes it so terrific. The is the tear-jerker of the album; a win a prize. VMFM gave out forefront, and to get their name The drama and melody line are mixture of electric and acoustic song about wanting to stay a little $100 in gift certificates for Elec- out into the public. Also, we want complemented very nicely with guitar, with the additional piano kid. The sweet vocals and acous- tric City Tattoo Gallery. to gain a larger and more diverse some string instrumentation in overtop, creates a dramatic track tic guitar intensify the nostalgic VMFM’s assistant Music Di- fan base by doing these events.” the song. over which she can very poeti- mood of the lyrics. rector Megan McGraw said, “It < The title track, “Speak Now,” is cally tell this story. The almost six-minute track was a fun night…We even had a bit of a lackluster tune. Perhaps The next track, “Mean,” should some attendees perform the Time inspired by watching too many satisfy Swift’s country fans. The Continued, Page 14 Warp.” The event was successful romantic comedies, the song does simple use of acoustic guitar, steel for both VMFM and Electric City not measure up. Sure, it is a cute guitar, fiddle, and bright percus- The Wood Word December 2010 13 ENTERTAINMENT

The Complete Wrks of Wllm Shkspr (Abridged)

Lisa Piccolo “Titus Andronicus” was turned each of the plays was effectively Peace& Justice Editor into a cooking show. A moder- thought out and well done, leav- ately funny view of this dark ing the audience thrilled. The “The Complete Works of tragedy, Coty Soltus portrayed players kept the audience on their William Shakespeare Abridged” the character well. The comedies toes, with the actors coming into came to Marywood University were reduced to one play, the his- the audience and interacting them November 3-6. Performed by six tories a football game, and the in a well-executed way. Brad- players, Nathan Bradley, Saman- tragedies were interspersed. ley was the main narrator of the tha Eyler, Erin McMahon, Con- Around intermission, the play- play, and effectively gave credit nor McMyne, Marie Philbin, and ers realized that they had done all to Shakespeare. A memorable Coty Soltus, the show dazzled of the plays but one, “Hamlet”, moment of the show with him is and amazed audiences every which Marie Philbin did not want him holding up the Library book night. With these six players up to to do. Running out of the audi- of Shakespeare and stroking it, the challenge, they skillfully ex- torium, with McMyne follow- showing his love for the plays. ecuted all of Shakespeare’s plays ing closely, the players were at a This play had something for into one performance. stand still. They called for a ten- everyone and the audience left “The Complete Works” started minute intermission. The sonnets happy. Not only was the audience out with a staged break up of two were mentioned briefly after - in engaged, but there was also some of the actors, Connor McMyne termission, during which Philbin chance for participation. Dur- and Marie Philbin, which added a and McMyne returned. “Hamlet” ing “Hamlet”, the actors picked The cast calls Sr. Margaret Gannon, IHM to the stage heap of laughs to the show. With was produced, and the rest of the someone from the audience to be to play the part of Ophelia in “The Complete Works an introduction to each of the show went off without a hitch. Ophelia, her ego to run in front of William Shakespeare Abridged.” Photo credit players, they called themselves, This play was performed very of her, the id, members of the Robert Hannon. “The Pumpkin Muffin Shake- well. The set design, including audience saying “Maybe, Maybe spearean Theatrical Review,” and big books of “Titus Andronicus”, Not”, and her super ego, shouting then went on to the rest of the “Julius Caesar”, “Hamlet”, “Ro- “Get thee to a nunnery,” “paint an show. meo and Juliet”, and “Antony and inch thick,” and “Cut the Crap, Starting with a brief biography Cleopatra”, was well thought out Hamlet. My Biological Clock is of Shakespeare, given by Erin and was used properly through ticking, and I want babies now!” McMahon, and moving on to out the show. All of the actors of trying to make Ophelia scream. “Romeo and Juliet,” each of the this show were at their best, and This made the audience part of plays was done in a modern and never tired of what they were the show, which demonstrates a compressed style. For example, doing. The doubling of parts on pleasing play. <

Coty Soltus performs a scene as “Titus Androgynous” in a scene from “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged.” Photo credit Robert Han- non.

Nathan Bradley, Connor McMyne, and Samantha Ey- ler perform a scene in “The Complete works of William Shakespare Abridge” before beginning the Othello Rap. Photo credit Robert Hannon. 14 December 2010 The Wood Word ENTERTAINMENT Movie review: From the library: review of Joyeux Noel Jackass 3D Alison Trautmann clearly with its gunfire and artil- The pure simplicity of what Editor-in-Chief lery shells than any other film occurs during the movie is just does with its Christmas trees and breathtaking. One part that al- Christmas approaches steadi- presents. ways gives me chills is when a ly, becoming clearer as “Rock- Bloody fighting between German soldier walks across no ing Around the Christmas Tree” French, German, and Scottish man’s land holding a Christmas blasts from every speaker in the soldiers begins the film, but keep tree and singing “O Come All Ye mall and Santa’s jolly face can watching. Soon it is Christmas Faithful.” be seen everywhere. As people Eve and the troops hunker down I consider this movie to be the watch ABC family’s 25 days of for what looks to be another bleak most stripped down and perfect Christmas, I encourage everyone night in the trenches. I won’t version of the true Christmas spir- to take one step further and go to spoil the beautiful way in which it that I have ever encountered. It the Marywood library for your the truce occurs but the next day is about peace and goodwill to- Jackass 3D is in theaters now. Photo credit Christmas viewing pleasure, you the men all get together to bury wards men during horrific times. slantmagazine.com will not be disappointed. their dead and play a game of For the most beautiful depiction Rachel Mizanty ach I would not suggest going to Focusing on the famous Christ- football. Then, once the truce is of what Christmas really is, go Staff Writer see this movie, or bring a good mas truce of 1914, Joyeux Noel over, the question arises; how do no further than the Marywood blindfold for some of the raun- (Merry Christmas) shows the you go on fighting someone that library this Christmas season and Jackass 3D: You will ei- chier stunts that include bodily true meaning of Christmas more you know is a human being? check out Joyeux Noel. < ther love this movie, or hate it. functions, and body parts! According to the person it can SPOLIER ALERT: scenes in- be extremely gross with crude clude getting hit in the face with humor that is overall just unat- a fish, a work out ball, stun guns, tractive. On the other hand, you jet skiing into a very tall hedge, could be the person who finds a fake gorilla, and much more. it extremely hilarious, a good The combination of the (most- watch with friends, and a movie ly) joyous atmosphere of the that you never stopped smiling audience, and the 3d glasses on throughout. everyone around you is enough According to rottentomata- to make you bust out a smile- let toes.com, 78% of people who alone the slow motion clips. watched it liked it, and the According to a poll/survey I average rating came out to be did, 8 out of 10 Marywood stu- 5.1 stars out of 10 stars. Parents dents said they would definitely do beware though! This movie, see Jackass 3D again. These ten directed by one of it’s own, people also thought the most Nikolaus Sprink walks across no man’s land holding a Christmas tree in a dra- Johnny Knoxville, is rated R common word that best describes matic depiction of the Christmas spirit. Phot credit ukdvdreview.bllogspot.com. for dangerous and sometimes the movie was “hilarious” and extremely crude stunts, language, some side notes to add is that and nudity. So kids younger than they said thumbs up for the 3D- 17 you have to wait a few more and a few said they even wish years until you get to see the they could have participated in Who will carry the gold? pranksters at work! the movie. All in all I say if you want to Including Bam Margera, Owen Karoscik have a good laugh, are at least Chris Pontius, Ryan Dunn, Staff Writer Steve-O, and many others, the 17 years of age or older, and are someone who can enjoy pranks group sets out on an hour and Awards season is right around 37 minutes of mischief. Caution and “sticky” situations- go see Jackass 3D. < the corner and the first stop before though, if you have a weak stom- the Oscars is the Golden Globes. Speak Now review cont. The Hollywood Foreign Press Association awards the best in “Enchanted” is truly an enchant- arrangement create a backdrop film and television. Television, ing track. This song about the for Swift’s tale of a lost love however, plays a low-key role at possibility of a new relationship that she cannot get out of her the ceremony. Movies are what mixes the use of string arrange- mind, as shown when she sings, people are anxious to see award- ments with Swift’s acoustic style “Something keeps me holding ed. Here are the top five films that and pure vocals to make a very on to nothing.” It is dramatic, stand a chance of getting nomi- beautiful, poetic song. and much heavier than her usual nated this December: Following these two sweet sound. The track ends quite The 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards will be held on Sunday, January 16, 2011. Photo credit tracks, Swift goes back to her abruptly, which adds to the dra- 1.) The Social Network vengeful lyrics with “Better than matic intensity. This film barely misses a step. liveforfilms.wordpress.com Revenge.” Being almost emo- “Last Kiss” is a rock ballad Ingeniously written, directed, and at Sundance in January. Its NC- Affleck, Tommy Lee Jones, Chris pop, this song adds a whole new about a lost love. The focus on acted, this Facebook biographical 17 rating by the MPAA will add Cooper, and Kevin Costner, could genre to Swift’s repertoire. It is piano and acoustic guitar is very drama has been receiving uni- more buzz, controversy, and cu- be what Up in the Air should have a great song, very well written typical of Swift’s style, as are versal acclaim from critics and riosity. been last year. and catchy. However, it shows her storybook-like lyrics. audiences worldwide. Expect she may still be a bit too bitter The final track, “Long Live,” nominations for Best Picture, Di- 3.) The Fighter 5.) How Do You Know? about a former relationship. is quite easily defined as a pop rector (David Fincer), Actor (Jes- I know what you’re thinking: It’s very hard for a comedy “Innocent” is a track dedi- anthem, describing that feeling se Eisenberg); who is perfect as another long, boring boxing dra- to make it to the red carpet. How- cated to Kanye West’s rude of being on top of the world. It the scheming Mark Zuckerberg, ma. This one, however, has had ever, James L. Brooks has proven interruption of her speech at the is a fun, upbeat track on which Supporting Actor (Andrew Gar- audiences at film festivals -giv that he can go the distance in the VMA’s last fall, as revealed by to end the album. field and Justin Timberlake); both ing standing ovations. The cast of past with Terms of Endearment, the line “32 and still growing up Overall, Speak Now shows an will definitely be nominated, and Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, Broadcast News, and As Good now.” But, it is not her expected array of emotions, from love to Screenplay (Aaron Sorkin). and Amy Adams is supposed to As It Gets. Reuniting with Jack vengeful style; rather, Swift is revenge, from joy to devastation. be stupendous. Nicholson and working for the forgiving him. The music is Swift has honed her songwrit- 2.) Blue Valentine first time with Oscar winner Re- very dramatic and her tone and ing skills very well, while This romantic drama starring 4.) The Company Men ese Witherspoon and Owen Wil- lyrics are actually gentle. maintaining her young, poetic past Oscar nominees Ryan Gos- Last year’s Up in the Air, was son may be this year’s shoo in for Following this is one of the style. Overall, she is growing ling and Michelle Williams as a loved by critics, but bashed by a comedy. < most dramatic songs on Speak and developing as an artist, and couple that falls in love and out of audiences. This drama about the Now, “Haunted.” The heavy doing it very well, as shown on it over six years has been generat- economic downturn’s affect on percussion, guitars, and string Speak Now. < ing buzz ever since it premiered the working world, starring Ben The Wood Word December 2010 15 PEACE & JUSTICE

Thanksgiving adopt-a-family provides food for families during the holiday Danielle Walker which display the Marywood Staff Writer communities’ involvement with supporting our neighboring com- The holidays are usually a time munities. We should work harder of celebration and giving thanks to supply more families with the for the opportunities and fortunes opportunity to celebrate Thanks- which we have. The unfortunate giving. How can we get more reality is that not everyone has the involved you ask? Well there is a opportunity to celebrate in these number of ways that we can get difficult economic times. This is a involved. One of the ways that season of giving thanks for what people can get involved is that we have and giving to others. they may make monetary dona- Marywood’s Campus Ministry tions that would go toward mak- is working alongside the United ing baskets for the families. Each Neighborhood Center to support year the baskets consist of differ- families with the opportunity to ent food products that will allow celebrate and give thanks. The the families to fix their Thanks- Adopt-a-family program has sup- giving meals. Volunteers were plied baskets of food that has needed to help put baskets togeth- helped families within the Lacka- er, deliver the baskets to the se- wanna County for at least twenty lected families, and call families five years, and it is still going ahead of time to let them know strong. that they will receive a basket. Each year that this program This project allows for our com- Students assemble thanksgiving baskets to give to families in need. Photo munity to get involved in many takes place there is a big role for courtesy of Sr. John Michele Southwick. the Marywood Community to different ways. play. This is a great way to sup- Sometimes in the midst of United Neighborhood Center and be served more efficiently. Bas- within the Lackawanna County. port families in the community getting excited about family, cel- Marywood University gives the kets were delivered on the20th Sr. John Michele, assistant di- with the opportunity to celebrate ebrating, and feasting we do not ability to better serve Lackawa- of November and many people rector of Campus Ministry, says, as some of us do. This program always dwell on the less fortu- nna County. Organization and helped to make that day a success has supported over 160 families nate. The combined effort of the support allows the families to and joy for some of the families Continued on Page 17

Good Search and Good Shop KNOW YOUR RIGHTS net profits for Marywood PRESS RELEASE CAMPUS MINISTRY The Bill of Rights Thanks to all who have used Good Search and Good Shop over the past year. As a result of searches and shop- First Amendment to ping Campus Ministry recently received a check for $513.20 for our service trip the U.S. Constitution program. Please remember that each time you use www.goodsearch.com as your search engine, Campus Ministry earns Congress shall make no law $.01 for service trips. Last year those respecting an establishment of pennies totaled $105.22. In addition, Campus Ministry benefited religion, or prohibiting the free from those who used Good Shop for on- line shopping and designated Marywood exercise thereof; or abridging as their favorite cause. Please remem- ber that each time a person uses one of the freedom of speech, or of the the 1,500 familiar stores, from Amazon to press, or the right of the people Staples, who have teamed up with Good Shop, Campus Ministry earn a percent- peaceably to assemble, and to age of the purchase with no cost to the purchaser--or Campus Ministry. During petition the Government for a 2009-2010 that amounted to $359.95. redress of grievances. Thank you! If you plan to do any of your holiday shopping online, please consider using Brought to you by the Northeast Chapter of the Good Shop. Go to www.goodsearch. ACLU of Pennsylvania, which meets in the lower com for a list of stores and information on how to make searching and shopping level, I.B.E.W. building, 431 Wyoming Ave, Scran- easy and beneficial for campus ministry. ton, PA, at 7:00 PM on the 3rd Thursday of every month. 16 December 2010 The Wood Word PEACE & JUSTICE

Walking in Solidarity Nets for nets: Shooting hoops with the Homeless to help fight malaira Jill Troiano this city.” They experienced what Staff Writer it’s like to be in a public place where you are not welcome and PRESS RELEASE Relief Services to provide the Congo. “Don’t judge a man until you see the prejudices that people CAMPUS MINISTRY malaria nets for children Please watch for more have walked two moons in his have. Before dinnertime, the in Africa. announcements about moccasins.” Sharon Creech opens group gathered near the court- Marywood University’s According to the Global Nets for Nets, and plan to her book, Walk Two Moons, with house because most public places men’s and women’s bas- Fund to Fight AIDS, Tu- participate in this event. this practical wisdom. Marywood close at 5 p.m. so there is nowhere ketball teams are plan- berculosis and Malaria, This is one more way students got to “walk in the moc- else to go. ning a Nets for Nets event nearly 1 million people that our Marywood Com- casins” of the homeless during a Then, the students went to eat to raise awareness about die from malaria each munity can make a con- one of a kind retreat called Foot- and converse with some of the malaria’s toll on com- year, most of them chil- scious choice to “live re- prints. Six, first-year students homeless. Bethel Shelter, across munities in the develop- dren in Africa. Malaria is sponsibly in a diverse and from Cooper’s Seafood, wel- experienced 24 hours of home- ing world and to support particularly debilitating to interdependent world.” < lessness in Scranton, under the comed the participants and the group served a hot meal to those malaria prevention and poor, rural communities guidance of five upper classmen treatment programs run in Africa where access to and Fr. Brian Van Fossen. When who stayed there for the night. advertised, the specifics of this While eating, some of the people by Catholic Relief Servic- health care and preven- Merry experience were vague in order staying at the shelter shared their es (CRS) overseas. tion techniques such as to ensure participants would not stories with the students, who On Thursday night insecticide-treated bed Christmas know what to expect. would be a caring, listening per- February 10, 2011 Mary- nets is limited. CRS and and This retreat was created last son to them. Fr. Brian comment- wood University Wom- its partners have imple- year by Fr. Brian and Campus ed that, “these people have a joy en’s and Men’s Basket- mented malaria preven- Happy Ministry students as a Franciscan and gratefulness that comes from ball Teams will take on tion and treatment activi- New Year style, experiential retreat. This having human contact through Keystone College in the ties with support from the means that participants forsake conversation and sharing a meal.” Mellow Center. All mon- Global Fund in several from all they have to follow Christ, if On this second year of the Footprints retreat, five retreat vet- ies raised during this countries including The The Wood Word only for a weekend. The main event, including admis- Gambia, Sierra Leone, elements that the team wanted to erans guided the group during the staff! include were homelessness, soli- unanticipated journey. Their role sion fees collected at the Niger, Philippines, Be- tude, food, poverty and celebra- was to help the students live in the door, and a ‘donation net’ nin, Senegal, Bolivia and tion. moment, as the Franciscans do will be given to Catholic Democratic Republic of Scranton is an ideal city to have teach. This is to help them be in an experience of homelessness solidarity with the impoverished, in because of the dichotomy of who are concerned with their next wealth that exists. The downtown meal and not what they are doing area has many upscale boutiques next week. Diane Gasko, a team St. Matthew's United Evangelical and coffee shops, not far from an member, remarked, “The second array of social service agencies time around allowed me to have and shelters. The stereotypes of the opportunity to meet new peo- Lutheran Church [ELCA] the homeless prevent them from ple and hear the stories that they entering stores that you and I may were willing to share. Both times, go to because they smell, seem I gained a whole new viewpoint 425 Jefferson Avenue intoxicated or just look different. of these people, which broke (corner of Jefferson Ave. & Vine St.) Footprints began with the through the stereotypes I previ- Sleepout for the Homeless, which ously assumed.” There is a great was open to all students. Ap- deal of trust that the participants Scranton, PA 18510 proximately 20 students gathered place in their leaders, and thus on the Commons near the Lib- see everything they are given as eral Arts Center, all bundled up a gift. 570-342-1000 in Ugly Quilts for a chilly night. The retreat journey helped the Mary Endrusick, from United new students and team leaders to Neighborhood Center, was the see the humanity of the homeless Sunday Communion Service: 10:00 A.M. guest speaker who provided in Scranton by walking in their many facts about homelessness in moccasins for a weekend. “It’s Sunday School: 11:00 A.M. Scranton. She discussed the two an impactful, raw experience that shelters in Scranton, permanent is hard not to get something out supportive housing, the Point in of. You realize the homeless are Rev. Lester E. Stephenson, Pastor Time Count and answered stu- real people, not stereotypes,” said dent’s questions. Sleepout partic- Monica Bixby, a returning leader. ipants then stood around the fire Fr. Brian intends to continue bowl to light candles of prayer as this retreat in coming years be- Students welcome! they shared ways to aid those in cause it has offered a new per- need. spective to many that cannot be Footprints continued the next experienced otherwise. morning when participants start- Sr. Donna Korba, IHM has an ed walking downtown to see who inspiring viewpoint that sums up would be hospitable to them, as the purpose of this experience, CONNECT WITH US ONLINE! those who are impoverished do “See the world with the eyes of every day. They went to the Sal- God in order to live in the world vation Army near River Street to with the heart of Jesus.” See that Friend us on Follow us on price clothes they may need, and everyone is basically the same did the same at the Steamtown so that one can love and give to Facebook Twitter Mall. Group member Colleen those who need it most. < Traub observed, “It’s surprising www.facebook.com/thewoodword www.twitter.com/TheWoodWord how far you can walk on foot in The Wood Word DecemberApril/May 20102010 17 PEACE & JUSTICE

Knitting club creates hats and Thanksgiving adopt-a- scarves for the homeless family cont.

Danielle Walker “This program follows Mary- service projects and this is one of Staff Writer wood’s Catholic social teaching the annual projects that everyone that if there is a need and we can can be involved in. The more par- The knitting club at Marywood respond to that need wherever ticipation that is given the greater University wants to send a mes- we can, we will do so.” During the outcome. A great outcome al- sage that “knitting is not just for the thanksgiving season there are lows Marywood University and older people.” Knitting can be a people less fortunate and we can the United Neighborhoods Center craft that can benefit you as well help with that. Through our entire to help families within our com- as the others around you. This is a service project we remember and munity with baskets filled with way to display your creativity in reflect on Marywood’s core- val food but made and wrapped with a new way and give back to our ues and traditions. love, support, and hard work. neighboring communities. During the season of thanks we Volunteers are always needed. Anyone can join the knitting can show our appreciation for the Remember to look out for this club with experience, with little things that we have by giving our project again next year. Your ser- experience, or with no experience service to others. We often take vice and support can help feed a at all. All are welcomed in this necessities of life for granted, family. So remember to ask your circle. and being able to be a part of this family and friends to adopt a fam- The skills of knitting that will The Marywood Knitting Clube provides students with program allows you to show your ily for the next Thanksgiving sea- be taught are skills that you can a fun activity and a way to provide for homeless citi- gratefulness for the daily things son. < keep and master allowing you zens. http://www.springfieldpubliclibrary.com that we have. to create works of art and cloth- Campus Ministry offers many ing on your own. Marywood had a group of people because each new for everyone to try. “We just a knitting club previously, but person brings a unique talent and want people to discover the joys people either graduated or lost design to their creation build- of knitting and help those in need interest. Ashley Lupinacci found ing unity within the group. Each along the way. Ashley and I love Interested in information about knitting club person can teach others in the to knit and have been knitting for in an outdated campus minis- group there particular methods years,” says Gretchen Goliber- writing for try flyer, and Ashley, along with and patterns which brings that such, one of the chairpersons for Gretchen Golibersuch, decided it group together along with their the club. Knitting can become would be fun to start up together. common interest in knitting. The very relaxing when you get the The Wood Word? The projects that are created get knitting club at Marywood Uni- hang of it and you can make al- donated to the homeless provid- versity does not only help build most anything out of some yarn ing them with hats and scarves to and strengthen a community of and knitting needles. < Contact us at: help them brave the harsh cold of people with a similar goal, but it [email protected] Scranton winters. also helps the community. Knitting is a craft that takes Knitting can be fun and re- practice and patience. This is a laxing, and this can be something task that is sometimes done with

Find us online at WWW.THEWOODWORD.ORG 18 December 2010 The Wood Word SPORTS BIG BROTHER Men’s basketball Team Has something Brown coaches younger to prove Shane Ostroski Juniors Matt Lepri, Brent Keyes. brother in swim Sports Editor The 6’6 Medici is a bruiser un- derneath the basket. He aver- Dave Scarnato The 2010 -11 Marywood Uni- aged 7.6 points per game, while Staff Writer versity Men’s Basketball team finishing with 68 rebounds last is looking to have a bounce back season. The 6’2 Martin led the As Marywood Swimming and season on the court after a some- team in rebounds with 154, and Diving embarks on its inaugural what disappointing season last averaged 6.4 points per contest a season, many do not know that year which saw the team fall just year ago. Martin also has the abil- the team has a strong family tie. short of the CSAC playoffs. The ity to play above the rim, adding Head Coach Greg Brown gets the team, under the direction of Head several dunks last season. Fore- privilege to coach his younger Coach Eric Grundman, is excited man finished last season with 96 brother, freshman Chris Brown. to start a new season. points and 42 rebounds mostly in The Browns have a rich history in “The team is really excited for a reserve role. Lepri started all 25 swimming. the season to begin, we didn’t do games last season for the Pacers. Coach Brown has an illustrious as well as we hoped last year but He averaged 6.7 points and fin- swimming career, winning seven we’re using that as motivation for ished second on the team in re- medals at Lycoming College, this season”, said Junior Forward bounds a year ago. He also nailed where he served as team captain. Brent Keyes. eighteen 3 pointers. Keyes will His coaching career is illustrious The team will look for lead- be a key player for the team this as well. As the head coach at Di- ership from their captains Senior season. He is a very good shooter vision I Siena College, Greg is Guard Tyler Reinhard and Junior and has good court awareness. He Chris and Greg Brown look forward to a fruitful part- has spent the last two seasons as a atop the program’s history with nership at Marywood. Photo credit Dave Scarnato. Forward Matt Lepri. In an inter- the most career wins. Greg passed view with the Wood Word, Lepri “We have worked just on his success by introducing he wanted to in high school; I new program? Coach Brown is had this to say about the being as hard if not harder than younger brother Chris to the sport will do my best to help him work very optimistic. named captain. “It’s a nice honor any other team in our to be named captain. I’m not re- at the age of ten. above and beyond his potential to “For a first year program, I conference and we’ll be “When I was ten years old, feed his successes in his college never thought I would have 36 ally a vocal guy, I try to lead with my brother Greg was already in career. He is a hard worker, put- student-athletes participate,” he my actions but if I have to say ready for the season. We college, volunteer coaching a lo- ting in the necessary time to be- said. “In any program, 36 partici- something I will. I don’t foresee want to make the play- cal swim team”, said Chris. “He come successful. He is already on pants is unheard of. Retention is a any problems, we have a bunch of offs and we don’t care asked me to give swimming a try. the right track.” big goal for a first-year program. good guys and we all seem to be what it takes as long as I did and I liked it. When high Once Greg was appointed as Another goal for the team is obvi- on the same page.” we get there,” said Keye. school started, I decided to join the first head coach in Marywood ously for them to build a strong It will definitely be important the team, and now I am going to Swimming and Diving history, chemistry, which seems to be for everyone on the team to be reserve but his court time is sure help my brother build this pro- Chris seized the opportunity to working well already.” on the same page especially with to increase. gram from the bottom up.” continue his swimming career, as He continued “On a personal seven new players on the ros- The Pacers will have a tough Chris continued the Brown well as be reunited with his older level, I would love to see us win a ter. The seven accounts for four time replacing Guards Sidney family tradition by medaling brother. few meets on each side. I can see freshman and three transfers that Tharpe, D.J. Strayhorn and twice in district playoffs during Chris stated: “I originally did many ECAC qualifiers at the end have made the official roster. The Jacques Robinson who account- his high school career and was not want to come to Marywood. of the season, including Chris. Freshman class consists of three ed for 757 points a season ago. also nominated as a Speedo Scho- But, when Greg got the job, he Our squad has true athletes.” Forwards with Evan Biegley, Jimmy Lavan, Tyler Reinhard, lastic Swimming All American in mentioned to me that the program His goals for Chris are “I want Timothy Mullen, Ian Redetzsky and Kirk Fallon are the returning 2010; during the interview, Chris would be brand new. I wanted him to be a leader and work hard and one Guard Vincent Yates. guards. Lavan played in all 25 did not believe his high school ca- to swim in college, so I decided to the best of his ability. He has Biegley is a hustler who will give games last year, starting in 9. La- reer was good enough. He seeks to check out Marywood. I fell in the heart and desire.” up his body for the ball. He also is van is a good ball handler and can guidance from his brother for his love with the campus almost im- Chris’ goals for the team, him- a good finisher at the rim. Mullen hit the open jump shot. He has college career. However, this is mediately. The new pool and new self, and his brother are: “We just is the tallest player listed on the good vision and keeps everyone not the first time Chris will seek team was a definite factor for need to finish with good times team at 6’8. He possesses an ar- involved. Reinhard is a deadly guidance from his older brother me to come here, as well as play and work hard individually to fin- ray of post moves and has a nice shooter who can not be left open. Greg. Chris once joined Greg in again for Greg.” ish with good times to help the touch for a big guy. Redetsky is a He is also a very good defender. the summer of 2006 in Vermont Not only was Greg excited to team win. For me, I just want to very good defender and also can Fallon is a good ball handler and where Greg was coaching. Greg coach his brother Chris again, finish with a time that can help hit some jump shots. Yates, the scored over 1,000 points in high then assisted him on improving but he can also move closer to the team win and just have fun. lone guard in the freshman class, school. his game. home (Mechanicsburg) and build Without fun, why even do it? is a very good 3 point shooter. “We have worked just as hard if On his brother’s guidance, a program literally from scratch. For my brother, I said before that Chris Cooper, Tyrek Coleman not harder than any other team in Chris stated: “He’s really a great Greg is in charge of both men’s my brother is a great coach from and Anthony Samuels will join our conference and we’ll be ready coach. It’s really nice we can and women’s programs here at my prior experiences with him. I the team after playing college for the season. We want to make share this experience together. Marywood. At Siena, there was know he will coach us to the best ball elsewhere. Cooper, a senior, the playoffs and we don’t care The other members on the roster not a men’s team. Brown’s goal of his ability and lead us to many is athletic and can hit the open what it takes as long as we get are going to have a great time was to be a head coach of both wins.” jump shot. Coleman, a junior, there,” said Keyes. With players swimming for him as well. He programs. The Marywood job The brothers are pushing each transferred from Broom County as confident as Keyes, this team knows so much and brings so was the perfect opportunity that other for greatness. This broth- Community College. He is a good looks like they will exceed every- much experience to the table.” Greg had to take advantage of. erly love is just the spark that this ball handler and can take the ball one’s expectations and should be On coaching Chris, Greg He stated: “This situation cannot new program needs to be success- to the hoop and finish. Samuels, an interesting team to watch. < stated: “Being his brother, I ob- get any better for me. I get to be ful. They keep each other aware a sophomore, joins the team after viously want the best for him. I closer to my home, build a pro- of doing well and react to each playing for Elms College last sea- do not treat him differently from gram from the ground up, have a other. This duo will be something son. Samuels will push for play- his teammates. I push him just as brand new facility, and coach my exciting to watch for the next four ing time at the guard position. hard as I would push any other brother again. I am in the perfect years. < Returning for the Pacers at swimmer. He does not get any situation and am excited to call Forward are Seniors Matt Medici, special treatment. I know he feels Marywood my home.” Lenny Martin, John Foreman and as if he did not accomplish what But, what are the goals for this Express your opinion! Write for The Wood Word! [email protected] The Wood Word DecemberApril/May 20102010 19 SPORTS

Women’s soccer wins CSAC champions take championship eighth at regionals Shane Ostroski Dave Scarnato as well as the season, Naughton Sports Editor Staff Writer looks forward to the offseason. She is taking a small break to fin- On November 3 the Mary- The Women’s Cross Country ish up the semester on a strong wood Women’s Soccer team team took the energy from win- point and soon before break, will lost to Centenary College in the ning the CSAC championship have to start training again. She CSAC semifinal in heartbreaking into the NCAA Regional Meet in commented: “It’s nice to know fashion. The Pacers earned a birth Slippery Rock, PA, finishing 8th that all of your hard work pays off into the Eastern College Athletic of 45 total teams. What’s more in the end. Now, for a few days, Conference(ECAC) South Re- impressive is that the team ran running is the last thing I will gional Tournament. Just eleven above and beyond expectations. think about. I can’t stop running days after being bounced from Going into the meet, the Pacers for long because the offseason is the CSAC playoffs, the team was were ranked 10th. It definitely so important for a runner. So for a hoisting a Championship trophy. took a team effort to bump up two few days, I am going to rest and The Pacers defeated Frostburg spots in this meet. Captains Lau- enjoy a little down time.” State University(MD) in a shoot- ren Rustad and Shelby Naughton Now that the Pacers have out 4-1 after playing to a 0-0 tie The women’s soccer team won the Eastern College Athletic are very proud of this team effort. laid this season to rest, next year in regulation and overtime to Conference South Regional Tournament. Photo credit mupac- Rustad commented: “First seems to be just as optimistic as claim the title. The team entered ers.com of all, if it wasn’t for the under- this year. Rustad believes that this the tournament as a sixth seed and first-ever CSAC Champion- will certainly help with recruit- classmen, this team would have CSAC win will definitely influ- had a difficult road to the champi- ship in 2008 and now the ECAC ing. Immediately upon returning not accomplished what it did this ence possible recruits for next onship. The Pacers had to beat the South Regional Championship. we had numerous contacts from year. They were so beneficial to year. She said: “I believe that first, second and third seed in the While the championship was a recruits congratulating us. Suc- this team, always working hard, we have established ourselves as ECAC tournament. Head Coach great way to send out the seniors cess breads success,” explained and our numbers show because of a strong program. What athlete Andrew Smith can not be happier it also should help the younger Smith. The ECAC champion- them. We also have a great chem- would not want to run on a good with the performance of the team. players on the team as well. “It ship is the first post season title istry and that is always a plus.” squad? The CSAC championship “The ECAC South Region Cham- gave the underclassman on the in the school’s history and Smith Not only was this a champion- and finish at Regionals should be pionship means a lot to me as it team some very strong post- was confident it won’t be the ship year for the Pacers, but it was a motivational factor in their deci- was a great way to send out our season experience and hopefully last. The team also accomplished a year of improvement for some sion.” most successful class ever. After left a taste in their mouth wanting something not to many others can of the runners. Last year, the Pac- On next year’s expectations, being upended on penalty kicks more, added Smith. The title will say. “it certainly allowed us to be ers finished 15th at Regionals. Naughton said: “Our goals for also help recruiting efforts for the next year are to successfully de- in the CSAC semifinals, getting Continued on Page 20 Placing 8th is most definitely a a berth into the tournament was a program. “The Championship sign of improvement. Individual- fend our CSAC championship by great way to refocus and send the ly, Shelby Naughton and Lauren repeating as champions. For Re- seniors out the right way. To go Rustad had better finishing time gionals, we would like to place in through the #3, #2 and #1 seeds in the Regional meet than they the Top 5. We really want to bid was even more special. I told did in the beginning of the season. for the NCAA meet.” the players before the final that Rustad improved over a minute Usually when a team wins ‘in order to be the best, you have at the course and Naughton im- a championship, they seem to to beat the best.’ We certainly proved 11 seconds at the course. have a target on their back. Riley proved that by going through the Both girls were excited to finish Marcks, a sophomore runner, be- three top seeds for the title,” said their season on a positive note. lieves so but is not phased by hav- Smith. Andrea Barker, Megan Many of the runners on the ing a target. She said: “It is nice Coyle, Leslie Highman, Shannon team had placed good time as to know that you have a target Hresko and Jenn Slesinski make- well. Of 314 runners in the meet, on your back. It makes you (the up the senior class that Smith is Diana D’Achille finished 21st, athlete) train harder and compete referring to. The five seniors fin- Elizabeth Schwab in 47th, Steph- harder to win. It is a great feel- ished their career with an impres- anie Bender in 57th, Naughton in ing.” sive 53-15-11 record over the past Left to right, seniors members of the team Leslie Higham, 78th, Rustad in 112th, Katie Syl- With that confidence, next year four seasons including four con- Andrea Barker, Meghan Coyle, Kaitlyn Hresko, Jenn Slesin- vester in 143rd, and Kelsey Dunn seems to be even more exciting secutive conference playoff births ski and Shannon Hresko pose with the ECAC championship in 184th. for Pacers cross country. Hope- highlighted by the program’s banner. Photo courtesy of Andrew Smith. Now that the big race is over, fully a dynasty is in the works. < Redemption key for women’s basketball team Shane Ostroski this year’s team is loaded with Rogan started in 18 games ward position. The team will be the Forward position. Lauren Ro- Staff Writer talent. “We are a young team with last season, leading the team in without Lizzy Green and Aman- gan had this to say about the For- a lot of talent and we have poten- 3 pointers with 46. She finished da Lass who were both lost to wards, “We have skilled return- The Marywood University tial to go very far”, said Junior third on the team in assists with graduation. Green averaged sec- ing post players with the addition Women’s Basketball team fin- Guard Lauren Rogan. 38 and shot 70% from the line. ond best 10.5 points a game last of some new post players who ished the 2009-10 season with There is no question the stron- Thorsen averaged 8.6 points per season while finishing second in should see some quality minutes 18 wins. This is the second most gest position for the Pacers is game, while leading the team in rebounds with 139. Lass finished this year“. wins in the program’s history, but Guard. Therere are five talented assists with 65 and steals with her career seventh on the all-time With only one senior on the it was one loss that can’t seem to players who saw plenty of time 57. She also connected on 33 scoring list, scoring over 1,000 team(Sobrinski) and seven fresh- slip their minds. The third seeded last season: Senior Marilee So- long balls a season ago. Lippin- points in her career and averag- man on the roster there is no Pacers lost to sixth seed Immacu- brinski, Juniors Maria Schaeffer, cott played in all 25 games last ing over 9 points a game. Junior question that the Pacers are one of lata University in the first round of Lauren Rogan, Marielle Thorsen season, finishing fourth in assists Jill Flanagan and Sophomore Ari- the youngest teams in the CSAC. the CSAC playoffs for their only and Sophomore Amanda Lip- with 29. She also accumulated 23 elle Chard are the only returning The adjustment of the freshman home loss of the season. “Last pincott. Sobrinski started in all steals as the backup point guard. Forwards from last year , both from high school to college may years playoff loss left a bad taste but two games a year ago. She is As if the Guard position wasn’t playing sparsely. Flanagan played play a pivotal role in the success in our mouth, but it was a good a very good defender finishing talented enough, the Pacers wel- in only 12 games while averag- of the team. “The freshmen have learning experience. We are com- up with 14 steals for the Pacers. come transfer Allison Bruet from ing 2.1 points in those contests. had to adjust to the faster pace ing back this year with determi- Schaeffer, a Second Team All Broome Community College, Chard played in 18 games aver- and physicality of the game. Each nation to correct our mistakes and CSAC selection, led the team in where she was an all conference aging just over 6 minutes a game. day they get better and show im- work harder,” said Junior Guard scoring, averaging 13.4 points a selection last season. Freshmen The tallest player on the roster provement“, said Rogan. Mariah Schaefer. Hard work and game, while shooting 31% from Carly Leitzel, Brittany Mang, is 6’0 Sophomore Alysa Mayo. The Pacers also know that determination are two attributes behind the arch, at the Point Megan Nastelli and Jamie Walsh Mayo played for the Pacers two with last year’s success teams that can make a good team but Guard position. She finished sec- round out the Guards for the Pac- years ago, before she transferring will be geared up to play their you also need talent. Fortunately ond on the team in assists and ers. last year. Three freshmen Kim- best. “There is always potential for the Pacers, under the direction shot a team best 76% from the The biggest question mark berly Martin, Brandy Reid and of having a target on your back of Head Coach Tara Macciocco, free throw line. for the 2010-11 team is the For- Krissi Thomopoulos add depth to Continued on Page 20 20 December 2010 The Wood Word SPORTS

Men’s cross country team finishes second in CSAC Photo credit mu- pacers.com.

Congratulations Women’s Cross Country on winning the CSAC. Photo credit mupacers.com. Even though the Pac- er’s Tennis team was ousted by Cabrini early in the playoffs, the team stands united and are looking to come back stronger next year. Photo credit mupacers. com.

Pacer volleyball lost to Cabrini CSAC semifinals. Men’s Soccer ended ear- The girls will be back next year stronger than ever. ly this year. The Pacers Photo credit mupacers.com. lost 2-1 to Misericordia, Women’s eliminating them from a Women’s berth in the ECAC tour- soccer cont. basketball cont. nament. Next year, look with having a winning season but for the Pacers to come one of only a handful of teams at we aren’t really preoccupied with out hungry for a cham- any level - all across the country what other teams are thinking”, pionship. Photo credit - to end our season without a loss explained Schaeffer. mupacers.com. and with a Championship trophy, Last season’s disappointing said Smith. < end has pushed the team to work harder and has them determined to write a better ending to this year’s story. <

Emily Fillman 1. Favorite CSAC opponent.? Cabrini Volleyball 2. Favorite class of all time at Marywood? Communication Disorders in Children

3. Favorite Food? Anything home cooked

4. Favorite TV show? America’s Funniest Home Videos

5. What is in your iPod? A little of everything, all of Rascal Flatts

6. Favorite book? Any quote book

7. Favorite Athlete? Kerri Walsh

8. Favorite Sports Team? I have many - Penguins currently

9. Do you have any pets? Yes. A dog

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