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Class of 2012, hope you like ’Hurst housing Incoming students required to live Survey says on campus until senior year. students favor OBAMA Read more on Page 2 Check out the results of The Merciad’s survey on Page 2 Page 2 NEWS October 8, 2008 Class of 2012 faces Merciad Student Survey Results on three-year housing rule Election 2008 150. ing with a consultant about By Casey Greene “We have more freshman possible changes for residence Editor-in-chief These pie charts depict the results of the 519 beds than we’ll ever have buildings on campus. students who completed the survey sent out by freshmen,” Tobin said. “We Tobin said one idea is to use the Merciad. Before the Class of 2012 understood that when we parts of McAuley as a com- starts house-hunting after decided to build the new resi- muter lounge or to use Egan sophomore year, they should dence hall.” as offi ce space. Do you plan on voting? read the fi ne print. The policy is not just a Another possibility is to At the end of the 2007- result of the new housing convert the Mercy Suites into 45 08 school year, the college options. Other concerns led graduate housing. imposed a new policy requir- to the decision to enact the “This would open up build- ing students to live on campus three-year rule. ings on Briggs and Lewis yes until their fourth year. The Tobin said one housing where grads are currently no fi rst class of students affected issue the administration rec- housed,” Tobin said. 473 by the policy are Mercyhurst’s ognizes is the “internal den- He said no fi nal decisions current freshman class. sity of apartments.” have been made and all ideas Previously, students were “The different sized bed- are “still on the table.” allowed to move off campus rooms in Briggs and Lewis The new policy will not take What party are you affi liated with? after their sophomore year. apartments make living tight,” affect for another two years. “All fi rst-, second-, and Tobin said. “We recognize Delaying the enforcement third-year students are this and plan to provide better of the policy gives the college 24 required to live on campus, housing options as a result of a “few years to get prepared,” 81 Democrat unless they are classifi ed as this change.” Tobin said. Republican nontraditional or designated For this reason, the plan is While student opposition 240 by admissions as a ‘com- to convert many of the four- may occur, Zirkle does not Independent muter student’ living at their person apartments on Briggs anticipate much resistance. 173 permanent address. Students and Lewis avenues into tri- “This class of freshmen came Other who began classes at Mercy- ples. in knowing and understand- hurst College prior to Dec. “We realize that we will be ing that this was the policy,” 31, 2007 are exempt from the providing a better housing sit- she said. third-year residency require- uation if we move from quads Zirkle said she believes the Which candidate do you support? ment,” the college’s student to triples,” Zirkle said. changes in housing and the handbook says. Student safety is another housing policy will provide 73 Director of Residence Life issue that led to the three-year more desirable on-campus John McCain and Student Conduct, Laura policy. living options for students. 167 Zirkle, said the change in “The college takes a sig- “It’s important to the col- Barack Obama policy is the result of the new nifi cant amount of responsi- lege that we do what we really Not sure freshman residence hall being bility in providing good and feel is best for students,” 278 built next to Tulio Field. safe housing on campus,” Zirkle said. “The new freshman hous- Tobin said. “The housing stu- Tobin said he feels resi- ing building provides the dents rent off campus are not dential living is part of the college with many options,” always good and not always “whole college experience” Zirkle said. “We will now be safe.” and providing attractive hous- Most Important Issues to Students able to provide students with With the increase in com- ing will make the experience better housing options.” plaints from neighbors of more successful. Vive President of Student off-campus students, Zirkle “We now have enough Life, Dr. Gerry Tobin, said said she hopes the new policy space to offer great housing 369 Economy the new residence hall will will alleviate some of these in a way that is much more 463 War in Iraq house 300 freshmen. issues. appealing to students,” Tobin Energy/Oil Currently, Baldwin Hall is “This could provide mutual said. “We’re convinced that a the home to 200 freshmen, relief for the college and our good residential experience in McAuley Hall 160, Egan Hall neighbors,” she said. college is worth all students 370 100 and the Mercy Suites Currently, the college is talk- invest in it.” Page 2 NEWS October 8, 2008 October 8, 2008 NEWS Page 3 Class of 2012 faces Merciad Student College’s neighbors unite Survey Results on to address concerns about three-year housing rule Election 2008 150. ing with a consultant about By Casey Greene “We have more freshman possible changes for residence off-campus students Editor-in-chief These pie charts depict the results of the 519 beds than we’ll ever have buildings on campus. problems.” them and they look blighted.” students who completed the survey sent out by By JoEllen Marsh freshmen,” Tobin said. “We Tobin said one idea is to use Some of the problems aren’t Senior Jenna Golden has the Merciad. Contributing writer Before the Class of 2012 understood that when we parts of McAuley as a com- even caused by Mercyhurst lived on 38th Street for the Friday, Oct. 10 starts house-hunting after decided to build the new resi- muter lounge or to use Egan students. Seven of the 12 vio- past two years. She moved off sophomore year, they should dence hall.” as offi ce space. Do you plan on voting? On Monday, Oct. 6, several lations cited the fi rst weekend campus, because “there used Bash Knight 7:30 p.m. Herrmann read the fi ne print. The policy is not just a Another possibility is to dozen local residents held a involved students Penn State to be more freedom living Student Union At the end of the 2007- result of the new housing convert the Mercy Suites into 45 meeting at the Lamb of God Behrend. off campus and it’s a lot nicer. 08 school year, the college options. Other concerns led graduate housing. Lutheran Church on the corner Apart from excess noise There’s a lot more space and imposed a new policy requir- to the decision to enact the “This would open up build- of 38th and Ash Streets to dis- and parties, parking too many alone time.” Saturday, Oct. 11 ing students to live on campus three-year rule. ings on Briggs and Lewis yes cuss crime and housing viola- vehicles, parking vehicles on Low density housing is until their fourth year. The Tobin said one housing where grads are currently no tions in the residential area sur- lawns, placing indoor furniture another issue. T he City of Lakers vs. Gannon fi rst class of students affected issue the administration rec- housed,” Tobin said. 473 rounding Mercyhurst College. on lawns, leaving trash and fur- Erie limits residences to three Football Game 7 p.m. by the policy are Mercyhurst’s ognizes is the “internal den- He said no fi nal decisions Bob Merski, co-founder of niture outside and low appear- non-related people per house. current freshman class. sity of apartments.” have been made and all ideas the South East Hills Neighbor- ance of houses were among So far 24 houses have been (transportation to Previously, students were “The different sized bed- are “still on the table.” hood Watch, said, “It’s mostly residents’ other complaints. identifi ed for housing viola- Gannon provided) allowed to move off campus rooms in Briggs and Lewis The new policy will not take quality of life issues, like “Our organization is not tions. What party are you affi liated with? after their sophomore year. apartments make living tight,” affect for another two years. broken glass from beer bottles anti-college students or anti- The city is currently explor- “All fi rst-, second-, and Tobin said. “We recognize Delaying the enforcement and parties on weekdays until Mercyhurst. We are pro keep- ing other zoning options for third-year students are this and plan to provide better of the policy gives the college 24 two in the morning when we ing our neighborhood safe, certain areas around campus. Harassment Off Campus required to live on campus, housing options as a result of a “few years to get prepared,” 81 Democrat have work the next day.” clean and orderly,” Merski said. Andy Zimmerman, the Man- Saturday, Sept. 27 .08 Pending Investigation unless they are classifi ed as this change.” Tobin said. According to Merski, the “We don’t have a problem as ager of Code Enforcement Republican nontraditional or designated For this reason, the plan is While student opposition 240 organization started in Novem- long as they respect the social in the City of Erie, recently Criminal Mischief 742 East 40th Street by admissions as a ‘com- to convert many of the four- may occur, Zirkle does not ber 2007 to address issues with values of the neighborhood visited Indiana University of Independent Saturday, Sept. 27 .08 Pending Investigation muter student’ living at their person apartments on Briggs anticipate much resistance. 173 off-campus rental units. and just kept in their minds to Pennsylvania (IUP) to exam- permanent address. Students and Lewis avenues into tri- “This class of freshmen came Other Mercyhurst’s Residence Life live like their moms live next ine their housing projects. who began classes at Mercy- ples. in knowing and understand- staff is taking the matter very door.” “IUP is doing the larg- Harassment East 38th Street hurst College prior to Dec. “We realize that we will be ing that this was the policy,” seriously. The problem is many stu- est renovation in the nation. Saturday, Sept. 27 .08 Pending Investigation 31, 2007 are exempt from the providing a better housing sit- she said. Assistant Vice President of dents go to college to get away They’re working on re-zoning Which candidate do you support? third-year residency require- uation if we move from quads Zirkle said she believes the Student Life, Laura Zirkle said, from the restrictions of living areas, so they can build houses Criminal Mischief 3829 Lewis Avenue ment,” the college’s student to triples,” Zirkle said. changes in housing and the “The fi rst couple of weekends with their parents. up… and keep students nearer Closed handbook says. Student safety is another housing policy will provide we hit hard with code enforce- About four students rep- to campus,” Zimmerman said. Saturday, Sept. 27 .08 73 Director of Residence Life issue that led to the three-year more desirable on-campus John McCain ment to set the tone from the resented Mercyhurst at the Zimmerman pushed to and Student Conduct, Laura policy. living options for students. very beginning… Students are meeting. follow IUP’s lead in getting Disorderly Conduct Hammermill Library 167 Barack Obama Zirkle, said the change in “The college takes a sig- “It’s important to the col- picking up on the fact that we One Mercyhurst student students involved in the com- Sunday, Sept. 28 .08 College Discipline policy is the result of the new nifi cant amount of responsi- lege that we do what we really Not sure will be enforcing the code.” living on 38th Street told the munity. “We need to give them freshman residence hall being bility in providing good and feel is best for students,” 278 And they did hit hard, bust- residents, “You say we’re citi- internships in the city, invite Criminal Mischief Warde Townhouses built next to Tulio Field. safe housing on campus,” Zirkle said. ing 12 off-campus parties the zens fi rst and students second, them to these meetings. We’ve “The new freshman hous- Tobin said. “The housing stu- Tobin said he feels resi- fi rst weekend of the school but we’re also adults. I think if got to start working together a Monday, Sept. 29 .08 Closed ing building provides the dents rent off campus are not dential living is part of the year. Erie city police reported you approached us and talked little bit.” college with many options,” always good and not always “whole college experience” ten housing violations, 15 to us when there’s a problem Howard said, “Mercyhurst Controlled Substance 3828 Briggs Avenue Zirkle said. “We will now be safe.” and providing attractive hous- Most Important Issues to Students underage citations, three dis- before calling the police we is very glad to be cooperating Thursday, Oct. 2 .08 College Violation able to provide students with With the increase in com- ing will make the experience orderly conduct violations, could work it out.” with the city and neighbor- better housing options.” plaints from neighbors of more successful. fi ve public intoxication cita- These issues have only hood watch. Harassment 3828 Briggs Avenue Vive President of Student off-campus students, Zirkle “We now have enough tions and two burglaries in the become a problem in the last “One of the upsides is we’re Friday, Oct. 3 .08 College Discipline Life, Dr. Gerry Tobin, said said she hopes the new policy space to offer great housing 369 Economy month of September. few years as more and more able to see where our prob- the new residence hall will will alleviate some of these in a way that is much more 463 War in Iraq Joe Howard, the coordina- students move off-campus. lems are and address those house 300 freshmen. issues. appealing to students,” Tobin Energy/Oil tor of student life, said, “We Merski said, “I think that’s issues. We’re fi nding a lot of Sept. 27-Oct. 3, 2008 Currently, Baldwin Hall is “This could provide mutual said. “We’re convinced that a realize it’s a only handful of the hardest thing; these were these problems are coming Mercyhurst the home to 200 freshmen, relief for the college and our good residential experience in problem houses, and that the all solid family homes up until from Behrend students, so it’s McAuley Hall 160, Egan Hall neighbors,” she said. college is worth all students 370 bulk of the students living about fi ve years ago. The stu- helping Mercyhurst’s reputa- College 100 and the Mercy Suites Currently, the college is talk- invest in it.” off campus are not causing dents just aren’t taking care of tion.” Page 4 NEWS October 8, 2008 Students have ‘abroad’ choices for travel

“I ask faculty members By Liz Maier about their particular inter- Staff writer ests, talk with students about whether they fi nd certain ideas Discovering a whole new intriguing, and then try to fi nd world can be made possible the best itineraries at the best through the Mercyhurst Col- prices,” Hosey said. lege Faculty-Led Study Abroad Mercyhurst students have (FSAT) programs. found the FSAT programs In the fall of 2007, the to European countries most FSAT program was formed appealing so far. by, Dr. Heidi Hosey, Director “I think Americans love the of International Education romantic idea of the Eiffel along with several other fac- Tower and the Coliseum,” ulty members. Hosey said. Hosey wanted to create a Spaces are still available for more affordable, effi cient and all three 2009 FSAT trips, so effortless approach to study- interested students should ing abroad. contact Hosey as soon as pos- “What makes FSAT differ- sible. ent is that the students take the The FSAT program requires FSAT courses as overloads,” students to have at least a 2.5 Hosey said. GPA. “They are not charged Tyler Stauffer illustration In addition to Faculty- tuition, only a small admin- The Mercyhurst College Faculty-Led Study Abroad program allows students to travel the world Led Study Abroad, Mercy- istrative fee. That way, the without missing out on important trimesters at the ’Hurst. In the spring of 2009, students will hurst offers a consortium, an courses become additional travel to destinations like Italy, Greece, Egypt, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. agreement allowing a certain credits rather than just part of number of students from each the traditional tuition load,” fi ve professors and over sixty Greece, and Egypt. time of your life.’” institution to study at another Hosey said. students,” Hosey said. “A The courses affi liated with Hosey said it is too early other institution for a certain The next stage in the estab- huge success for the fi rst time the Italy and Greece trip will to announce the 2010 FSAT time period. lishment of the FSAT was to through.” be taught by Dr. Daniel McFee trips, but she did hint at a few Financial aid is available for fi nd a travel logistics partner Junior Lauren Halpin was and Dr. Jim Snyder. The trip locations. qualifi ed students. program. one of the students to travel to Egypt will be led by Hosey, “In the true tradition of “Emily Semrau in the Mer- “I looked for a company on the FSAT trip to Germany, Dean Jim Breckenridge and ‘sneak peek,’ I can say that cyhurst Financial Aid offi ce with a long track record for Italy, Switzerland, France and Dr. Mary Breckenridge. we’re looking very seriously is the person who focuses working with students, one England. The Galapagos and Ecua- at Eastern Europe; includ- on study abroad fi nancial aid that would take on the liability “Overall, it was a good dor courses will be taught by ing Prague, Africa, the South issues,” Hosey said. “Students responsibility for this kind of experience,” Halpin said. “We Dr. Steve Mauro and Profes- Pacifi c and Australia and/or should contact her to discuss effort and guarantee the price got to see a lot of different sor Rob Hoff. China,” Hosey said. their options.” once students locked it in, things. At times, it was a little “I recommend all trips,” Student and faculty interest “They will be surprised thus protecting students from overwhelming with so many Hosey said. “I say to any stu- are the two deciding factors to learn that there are more unexpected increases and, or students, but it was exciting.” dent: ‘Get out there and see in the FSAT program, said options than they might have losses in the value of the dollar Hosey traveled with the the world. It really will be the Hosey. thought,” Hosey said. against foreign currencies.” 2008 Japan FSAT trip, but did Hosey chose EF, Education not lead a course. First, Educational Tours. “I handled the administra- Hammermill Library will launch a new “They focus on student tive end of things and chased Web site layout on Monday Oct. 13 at 8 a.m. learning about culture as their people around countless primary mission,” Hosey said. shrines and temples,” Hosey The updated Web site will allow students to use the library’s In 2008, Hosey set up two said. “It was a blast.” resources easily and will have many new features. FSAT trips; one to Japan and For the summer of 2009, the other to Germany, Italy, approximately 90 students and To fi nd out how the Web site changed, check it out at Switzerland, France, and Eng- six professors will be traveling library.mercyhurst.edu and look for The Merciad article next week about land. on three different FSAT trips: the new features it has to offer. “Those two trips involved to the Galapagos, Italy and Page 4 NEWS October 8, 2008 October 8, 2008 NEWS Page 5

Have you been left downtown waiting Students have ‘abroad’ choices for travel Repeated for the MSG Shuttle? “I ask faculty members Don’t worry, the wait is over. By Liz Maier assaults about their particular inter- Staff writer ests, talk with students about whether they fi nd certain ideas increase student Announcing the Discovering a whole new intriguing, and then try to fi nd world can be made possible the best itineraries at the best Mercyhurst College through the Mercyhurst Col- prices,” Hosey said. awareness lege Faculty-Led Study Abroad Mercyhurst students have incident that occurred on By Ashley Pastor EMTA bus! (FSAT) programs. found the FSAT programs campus, or involving a stu- In the fall of 2007, the to European countries most Staff writer dent, numerous cases have FSAT program was formed appealing so far. been reported this academic Students who plan to ride the bus this weekend should know: by, Dr. Heidi Hosey, Director “I think Americans love the On Tuesday, Sept. 30, Erie year in which students have of International Education romantic idea of the Eiffel police advised Mercyhurst been assaulted while walking • Students can ride any EMTA route for free starting on Saturday, Oct. along with several other fac- Tower and the Coliseum,” College Police and Safety that to their homes late at night 11. ulty members. Hosey said. an attempted sexual assault from off-campus sites and Hosey wanted to create a Spaces are still available for occurred a block north of places on campus. • There is no cost to students thanks to of MSG and the college. more affordable, effi cient and all three 2009 FSAT trips, so the campus on Saturday, The report continued However, students are required to show ID in order to board and effortless approach to study- interested students should Sept. 27. describing the suspect as a ride any EMTA bus. ing abroad. contact Hosey as soon as pos- According to the Director white male, about 19 to 20 “What makes FSAT differ- sible. of Public Safety, Rodger Gre- years of age, 5 feet, 11 inches • The EMTA bus providing the traditional Mercyhurst Student ent is that the students take the The FSAT program requires gorich, “there was some con- with unkempt brown hair, a Government (MSG) routes will say “Mercyhurst” indicated above in FSAT courses as overloads,” students to have at least a 2.5 fusion as to where the inci- thin build and no facial hair. the lights at the front/top of the bus. Hosey said. GPA. dent actually took place, and The campus-wide notifi - “They are not charged Tyler Stauffer illustration In addition to Faculty- that issue was resolved the cation asked if anyone had • The Briggs Avenue Shelter location will remain the same as indicated tuition, only a small admin- The Mercyhurst College Faculty-Led Study Abroad program allows students to travel the world Led Study Abroad, Mercy- next day, on October 1.” information regarding the in the schedule. istrative fee. That way, the without missing out on important trimesters at the ’Hurst. In the spring of 2009, students will hurst offers a consortium, an Gregorich stated the victim incident that may be helpful courses become additional travel to destinations like Italy, Greece, Egypt, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. agreement allowing a certain is not a Mercyhurst student. to contact Police and Safety. • The Baldwin pick-up location has been changed to pick-up at the credits rather than just part of number of students from each The information sent The report also gave the Parade Street Boulevard entrance of campus. EMTA has plans to the traditional tuition load,” fi ve professors and over sixty Greece, and Egypt. time of your life.’” institution to study at another to students and faculty on option of anonymously install a shelter at the Parade Street Boulevard entrance. Until then, Hosey said. students,” Hosey said. “A The courses affi liated with Hosey said it is too early other institution for a certain Wednesday, Oct. 1, reported reporting any informa- there will be an EMTA sign. The next stage in the estab- huge success for the fi rst time the Italy and Greece trip will to announce the 2010 FSAT time period. that on Sept. 27 at approxi- tion regarding this incident lishment of the FSAT was to through.” be taught by Dr. Daniel McFee trips, but she did hint at a few Financial aid is available for mately 2 a.m., an attempted through the Mercyhurst Col- • EMTA bus capacity is 32 seated and 16 standing. There will be no fi nd a travel logistics partner Junior Lauren Halpin was and Dr. Jim Snyder. The trip locations. qualifi ed students. sexual assault occurred near lege “Silent Witness” pro- exceptions to the capacity limits. program. one of the students to travel to Egypt will be led by Hosey, “In the true tradition of “Emily Semrau in the Mer- the Erie campus at E. 37th gram, and offered a hyperlink “I looked for a company on the FSAT trip to Germany, Dean Jim Breckenridge and ‘sneak peek,’ I can say that cyhurst Financial Aid offi ce and Wallace streets. to a reporting form. • All routes are open to the public, including the traditional MSG routes. with a long track record for Italy, Switzerland, France and Dr. Mary Breckenridge. we’re looking very seriously is the person who focuses For those unfamiliar of the The notifi cation offered This means there could be non-Mercyhurst College people riding the working with students, one England. The Galapagos and Ecua- at Eastern Europe; includ- on study abroad fi nancial aid area, Wallace Street is located suggestions for personal bus. MSG reminds students to extend the Mercyhurst hospitality to that would take on the liability “Overall, it was a good dor courses will be taught by ing Prague, Africa, the South issues,” Hosey said. “Students at the light shared with St. safety. all passengers and EMTA employees at all times. responsibility for this kind of experience,” Halpin said. “We Dr. Steve Mauro and Profes- Pacifi c and Australia and/or should contact her to discuss Luke Church. Some tips include: Walk in effort and guarantee the price got to see a lot of different sor Rob Hoff. China,” Hosey said. their options.” This area is residential pairs in well lit areas; walk • Guests of students will be required to pay the $1.10 bus fare. Check once students locked it in, things. At times, it was a little “I recommend all trips,” Student and faculty interest “They will be surprised where many students living close to the curb facing traffi c emtaerie.com for the most accurate information on routes and thus protecting students from overwhelming with so many Hosey said. “I say to any stu- are the two deciding factors to learn that there are more off-campus have housing. and avoid areas of conceal- fares. unexpected increases and, or students, but it was exciting.” dent: ‘Get out there and see in the FSAT program, said options than they might have The assailant reportedly ment such as shrubs, trees and losses in the value of the dollar Hosey traveled with the the world. It really will be the Hosey. thought,” Hosey said. attempted to sexually assault building entrances; be aware • For a complete list of routes available, please go to: emtaerie.com/ against foreign currencies.” 2008 Japan FSAT trip, but did the victim who struggled and of surroundings; if someone routes. Hosey chose EF, Education not lead a course. fell to the pavement, tempo- is following you, create a dis- First, Educational Tours. “I handled the administra- Hammermill Library will launch a new rarily losing consciousness. turbance and run towards an • The Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening State Street Routes will “They focus on student tive end of things and chased Web site layout on Monday Oct. 13 at 8 a.m. The assailant fl ed before open building; when leaving require students to show your ID and sign-in with Nell Hardy (the learning about culture as their people around countless the victim was discovered a building, look around the current MSG shuttle driver). primary mission,” Hosey said. shrines and temples,” Hosey The updated Web site will allow students to use the library’s by neighbors who called the area outside before exiting; In 2008, Hosey set up two said. “It was a blast.” resources easily and will have many new features. police. attackers expect passive vic- • EMTA buses are equipped with video recording devices and there FSAT trips; one to Japan and For the summer of 2009, “We were advised that the tims, so walk with a steady will be security on these routes. All student conduct issues will the other to Germany, Italy, approximately 90 students and To fi nd out how the Web site changed, check it out at victim was taken to the hos- pace and appear purposeful; be handled in accordance with Mercyhurst College policies and in Switzerland, France, and Eng- six professors will be traveling library.mercyhurst.edu and look for The Merciad article next week about pital, treated and released,” and promptly report any sus- accordance with the Student Conduct Code. Students should always land. on three different FSAT trips: the new features it has to offer. Gregorich said. pected criminal activity to the be on their best behavior and remember this service is a privilege. “Those two trips involved to the Galapagos, Italy and Although this was not an Police and Safety Department. Page 6 FEATURES October 8, 2008 ’Hurst alumni shares his post - graduation story

all the new features like the By Christopher Davis new residence hall being built, Contributing writer the 24-hour student lounge and blue light safety systems. As graduation creeped S ince graduation, I worked closer and closer, I thought I this summer at a summer was extremely prepared for sports camp as a camp coun- graduate school. selor and teaching lacrosse at I chose to go to Bowl- Camp Winaukee in Moulton- ing Green University in boro, N.H. right on the lake. Ohio for my Business I fi nished camp and headed Education degree. straight off to graduate school The only negative aspect is where I am getting my mas- 6” Sub $3.75 Combo $ 4.75 some undergraduate classes ters in Business Education 12” Sub $5.75 Combo $ 6.75 (i.e. a computer science 100 and working as a teacher’s level class, personal fi nance, assistant. and business communications) I also am helping coach a 6” Sub $ 4 Combo $ 255. are required in my masters high school lacrosse team at St. 12” Sub $ 6 Combo $ 6.75 program. John’s Jesuit in nearby Toledo. Wrap Combo- Veggie $ 5.59 I never had to take them I n addition, I was recently Other Wraps $ 5.79 at Mercyhurst, so its weird picked as the Graduate Student “ Wrap it Yourself ” Veggie $ 3.99 having to take a few of Senator within my program. Other Wraps $ 4.19 these undergradate classes In my free time, I am play- as a graduate student. ing some club lacrosse and I miss the ’Hurst so much. enjoying the Catholic pro- I made so many wonderful grams offered: Creed on friendships and was a part of Campus, Bible study and so many tremendous orga- praise and worship, in addi- 11:30 a.m -8pm nizations during my four tion to teaching a religion years there. class to fourth and fi fth grade It was great coming back students on Sunday mornings. Lunch $ 4.75 during homecoming week- S o, just like at the ’Hurst, I Dinner $ 6.75 end as an alumni and seeing am always running around and everyone from the Mercy- keeping busy for the better. hurst community along with

Contributed photo Davis (third from left in top row) helps out at Camp Winaukee as a camp counselor in the summer. Page 6 FEATURES October 8, 2008 October 8, 2008 FEATURES Page 7 ’Hurst alumni Mercyhurst student shares experience abroad shares his post - Junior Ian Michalski describes life as a college student in Mexico and also helps me learn about Everyone in the Yucatan, By Ian MIchalski graduation story the culture and life style of the from the most humble folk who Contributing writer people in Merida. live in small villages to the more all the new features like the With classes and volleyball wealthy people who live in beau- By Christopher Davis new residence hall being built, I am Ian Michalski, a junior taking up most of my week, it tiful houses in wealthy neigh- Contributing writer the 24-hour student lounge Political Science/World Lan- is important for me (and rest of borhoods of Merida still take and blue light safety systems. guage and Culture double major the exchange students as well) to an active part in preserving the As graduation creeped S ince graduation, I worked at Mercyhurst College. take advantage of the weekends Mayan culture. closer and closer, I thought I this summer at a summer I have been blessed with the to see what the Yucatan Penin- People here still have ham- was extremely prepared for sports camp as a camp coun- opportunity to participate in a sula and the rest of Mexico have mocks hung in every bedroom; graduate school. selor and teaching lacrosse at new exchange offered by a con- to offer. they still eat very traditional I chose to go to Bowl- Camp Winaukee in Moulton- sortium recently established be- So far, I have explored Me- foods, and even use elements of ing Green University in boro, N.H. right on the lake. tween Mercyhurst College and rida (and its traditional “co- the Mayan language in everyday Ohio for my Business I fi nished camp and headed La Universidad del Mayab. lonial style” center) as well as life. I have improved my Span- Education degree. straight off to graduate school “La Mayab,” as we call it in Mer- Valladolid, Cancun, Playa Del ish and my “Mayan” here in The only negative aspect is where I am getting my mas- 6” Sub $3.75 Combo $ 4.75 ida, is a very well known and pres- Carmen, Isla Mujeres and the Merida. some undergraduate classes ters in Business Education 12” Sub $5.75 Combo $ 6.75 tigious institution, especially in Contributed photo Mayan Ruins of Ek’Balam and Sitting here in my hammock, (i.e. a computer science 100 and working as a teacher’s southeastern Mexico. I am tak- Michalski during one of his weekend Mexico adventures. Chichén Itzá. I realize it has been a truly en- level class, personal fi nance, assistant. ing three classes here at “La I have managed to do a con- riching experience here in Me- and business communications) I also am helping coach a 6” Sub $ 4 Combo $ 255. Mayab,” and so far they are go- siderable amount of activities rida, and I can’t wait to see what are required in my masters high school lacrosse team at St. 12” Sub $ 6 Combo $ 6.75 ing very well. me involved. I am very excited nection to Mercyhurst College. in each city, but the greatest the next two months have to to be representing the United Dr. Juan Argaez, profes- program. John’s Jesuit in nearby Toledo. Wrap Combo- Veggie $ 5.59 This experience has proved part is I have two more months offer. States of America in the Model sor in the Walker School I never had to take them I n addition, I was recently Other Wraps $ 5.79 to be very “international” left to explore the rest of the I am making sure to take plen- UN Security Council. of Business is Susana’s at Mercyhurst, so its weird picked as the Graduate Student “ Wrap it Yourself ” Veggie $ 3.99 for me, not just because I Yucatan region. ty of pictures, and I am excited As for my housing situation, nephew. I must thank Juan having to take a few of Senator within my program. Other Wraps $ 4.19 am an exchange student liv- Something I did not expect to share the many anecdotes and these undergradate classes In my free time, I am play- ing and studying in Mexico, I am living with a wonderful, Argaez for setting me up to experience during my time intriguing tales I am acquiring as a graduate student. ing some club lacrosse and but because I am joined by 40 family in Merida. They are the with such wonderful living in Merida is the ongoing infl u- along the way when I return to I miss the ’Hurst so much. enjoying the Catholic pro- other students. Herrera-Alonso family, which arrangements. ence of Maya. Their culture, Mercyhurst. I made so many wonderful grams offered: Creed on The other exchange stu- consists of Luis (father), Su- I am really enjoying this op- customs, food and language I wish the best for ev- friendships and was a part of Campus, Bible study and dents come from places such as sana (mother), Luisito (18) portunity to live with a family, remains strong in the Yucatan, eryone at Mercyhurst, and 11:30 a.m -8pm so many tremendous orga- praise and worship, in addi- France, Canada, Belgium, Brazil, and Susi (12). My host family and I feel it helps complete the infl uencing daily living and even it’s Hasta Luego for me here nizations during my four tion to teaching a religion Ivory Coast, Austria, Germany actually has a wonderful con- language immersion experience transcending social class. in Merida. years there. class to fourth and fi fth grade and Spain. It was great coming back students on Sunday mornings. Lunch $ 4.75 Thanks the to the “Hermano during homecoming week- S o, just like at the ’Hurst, I Dinner $ 6.75 Mayab” program which has or- end as an alumni and seeing am always running around and ganized us into groups of about everyone from the Mercy- keeping busy for the better. six, each with an upperclassman hurst community along with “hermano/a” who acts as our di- rect contact and support system. I have been able to spend plenty of time with my fellow exchange students and learn about their lifestyles, languages and cultures. I am also training with a beach volleyball team at a sports club affi liated with the university. I will be participating in “Mayab- MUN 2008”, which is a three- day Model United Nations con- ference as well. Contributed photo Upon expressing my in- unimayab.edu.mx Davis (third from left in top row) helps out at Camp Winaukee terest in the Model UN, the Michalski (top right corner) is one of 40 students from all over the world chosen to participate in the exchange program. The as a camp counselor in the summer. organizers made sure to get ultimate goal is to send students from Mayab to the other schools involved as well as hosting international students. Page 8 FEATURES October 8, 2008 Martin Margiela: fashion’s hidden wonder famous person obtain a low should speak for themselves, His collections won’t seem produced only 1000 sweaters. By Amanda Antenucci profi le for 20 years? and the work shown was like a similar case like a lot of It’s designers like Margiela Contributing writer The Belgian designer made possible through a large other designers who have close that make the fashion industry refuses face to face interviews; collaborative team, not just by pieces re-worked in different what it is today: diversifi ed, For the past 20 years, one all contact to him is done one person. shapes and fabric. creative, couture, unique of fashions most mysterious through fax and when he is in This designer is very Martin’s specialty is and caters to more than one and infl uential designers has public you wouldn’t recognize refreshing in a rebel-for-a- reworking and redesigning consumer with inspiration been absent from his own him enough to give him a cause kind of way. by hand pieces made from and style. runway shows. second glance. That is the basic foundation old silk remnants, canvas and Unlike most designers One of his colleagues of the designer’s collections other random materials such who take the fi nal walk and reports that judgment would and fashion houses; the as wigs and gloves and making applause at the shows, Martin place him as a cold and anti- clothes speak for themselves it into couture garments. Margiela has a very different social man; however, he is and the designer just has a He once was asked to make way of working the crowd. reported to be very sensitive, name attached to it. a sweater that looked old and Ironic enough, the fashion warm and calm. When Martin is at his runway ragged, like something found industry places vast value on So what is his main principle shows, you can fi nd him either in a grandma’s attic from image and outward appearance for playing hide and seek? backstage working the entire decades ago. and yet the hidden man has His provoking stand is time, or sitting in the crowd as It took work and time to nytimes.com not been forgotten. to make two points very an observer with a baseball hat fi nd yarn that could be made One of Margiela’s creations: So how exactly does one important to him: his designs pulled low over his face. to look deconstructed, and a vest made of gloves. UCLA team discovers 13 million digit prime number minus one. P is itself a prime effort to determine the next- able to write one digit per standard that paper money By Emily Grabowski number. For the new prime, P digit of pi, fi nding the next second, it would take you be 124 micrometers thick),” Features editor is 43,112,609. prime number is a challenge 150 days (and that’s writing Kelly added. Pat Kelly, one of the only taken on ‘for the heck for twenty-four hours a day, Kelly hopes this discovery Mathematicians at UCLA Associate Professors in the of it’--like the old climbing- seven days a week) to write will create a bigger apprecia- have discovered a 13 mil- Mercyhurst math department, a-mountain-because-it’s-there out this number that’s been tion for mathematics and the lion-digit prime number, a was asked what he thought rationale,” he said. discovered. processes involved. long-sought milestone that about the recent discovery. Kelly mentioned the number If we say that a typical digit “So all of this thinking hope- makes them eligible for a He was very eager to give to his classes to get their would take up 1/8”, that would fully leads to some admiration $100,000 prize. his input. input as well. make this number we’ve writ- and possible enjoyment of the The group found the 46th “I think what’s fun about “I recently had a dia- ten about 25.6 miles long. mathematics that’s involved, known Mersenne prime this newfound knowledge is logue with my class of Or, if you prefer: If you and it all simply because the last month on a network that it has no practical value. math ed majors about the were to stack 13 million one- mountain was there!” of 75 computers running This is a prime example of number, and they consid- dollar bills on top of each To read the full article, visit Windows XP. mathematics for mathematics’ ered this last point in a very other, the pile would be http://www.cnn.com/2008/ The number was veri- sake,” Kelly said, interesting way. about one mile high (using TECH/09/27/prime.number. fi ed by a different computer “Similar to the ongoing If we assume that you are the U.S. government’s stated ap/index.html. system running a different algorithm. 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Call 451-6700 two to the power of “P” Page 8 FEATURES October 8, 2008 October 8, 2008 FEATURES Page 9 Martin Margiela: fashion’s hidden wonder ’Hurst students ‘go green’ on campus, in life famous person obtain a low should speak for themselves, His collections won’t seem produced only 1000 sweaters. By Amanda Antenucci profi le for 20 years? and the work shown was like a similar case like a lot of It’s designers like Margiela Valenti said. choices. Contributing writer By Nicole Cerilli Green Team Vice Presi- Magoc is confi dent that as The Belgian designer made possible through a large other designers who have close that make the fashion industry Contributing writer refuses face to face interviews; collaborative team, not just by pieces re-worked in different what it is today: diversifi ed, dent senior Zach Pekor shares an exemplary green institu- For the past 20 years, one all contact to him is done one person. shapes and fabric. creative, couture, unique Valenti’s point of view. tion, Mercyhurst will have a of fashions most mysterious through fax and when he is in This designer is very Martin’s specialty is and caters to more than one It takes three extra seconds to “I think people get the false positive impact on students impression that they have to not only now, but also in and infl uential designers has public you wouldn’t recognize refreshing in a rebel-for-a- reworking and redesigning consumer with inspiration stop and think which garbage be living in trees and eating the future. been absent from his own him enough to give him a cause kind of way. by hand pieces made from and style. bin to aim for on the way to class, but it’s not a rare occurrence to nothing but granola bars in It is his hope the examples runway shows. second glance. That is the basic foundation old silk remnants, canvas and Unlike most designers spy a half-eaten, browning apple order to be environmen- set for students at the col- One of his colleagues of the designer’s collections other random materials such tally friendly, but it does not lege-level college will encour- who take the fi nal walk and tossed carelessly into the ‘paper reports that judgment would and fashion houses; the as wigs and gloves and making have to go to that extreme,” age them to live a green life applause at the shows, Martin only’ bin. place him as a cold and anti- clothes speak for themselves it into couture garments. The reality of the situation is he said. even after they graduate from Margiela has a very different social man; however, he is and the designer just has a He once was asked to make natural resources are being used “Just be environmentally Mercyhurst. way of working the crowd. reported to be very sensitive, name attached to it. a sweater that looked old and up at a rapid, unsustainable rate. savvy to the best of your “By the way they live here Ironic enough, the fashion warm and calm. When Martin is at his runway ragged, like something found The importance of reducing, abilities,” Pekor stated. as well as what they learn in industry places vast value on So what is his main principle shows, you can fi nd him either in a grandma’s attic from reusing and recycling is greater Valenti and Pekor point the classroom, Mercyhurst stu- image and outward appearance for playing hide and seek? backstage working the entire decades ago. than ever. out the simple steps for going dents are learning how to meet and yet the hidden man has His provoking stand is time, or sitting in the crowd as It took work and time to nytimes.com This is why many Mer- green are out there, but it is ulti- the environmental and eco- not been forgotten. to make two points very an observer with a baseball hat fi nd yarn that could be made One of Margiela’s creations: cyhurst College students mately up to each individual to nomic challenges of the future,” So how exactly does one important to him: his designs pulled low over his face. to look deconstructed, and a vest made of gloves. and faculty members make environmentally friendly Magoc said. have become interested in ecoworldly.com “going green.”Mercyhurst Learning how to recycle properly is only one step in the Going green doesn’t have to senior and Green Team Presi- process of saving our environment. dent Margaux Valenti is pas- be hard. Here are some simple UCLA team discovers 13 million digit prime number sionate about this cause. Mercyhurst “in the upper eche- items such as phone books, things you can do: minus one. P is itself a prime effort to determine the next- able to write one digit per standard that paper money “We have an obligation to go lon of colleges and universities baby food jars and yogurt By Emily Grabowski 1. Turn off appliances and computer number. For the new prime, P digit of pi, fi nding the next second, it would take you be 124 micrometers thick),” green,” she says. nationwide in terms of a com- containers for art cleanup Features editor is 43,112,609. prime number is a challenge 150 days (and that’s writing Kelly added. “To be cliché, we only have mitment to renewable energy.” and storage. when not in use Pat Kelly, one of the only taken on ‘for the heck for twenty-four hours a day, Kelly hopes this discovery one planet, and it’s slowly being So far, the college established Other professors lessen the 2. Shut off lights when leaving the room Mathematicians at UCLA Associate Professors in the of it’--like the old climbing- seven days a week) to write will create a bigger apprecia- destroyed by greed. We need to a student green energy fund amount of print handouts by post- 3. Recycle! have discovered a 13 mil- Mercyhurst math department, a-mountain-because-it’s-there out this number that’s been tion for mathematics and the take steps to live in a way better and built geothermal buildings ing assignments and readings on 4. Grocery shop with cloth bags lion-digit prime number, a was asked what he thought rationale,” he said. discovered. processes involved. suited to the continuation of and solar panels. In addition, Blackboard. 5. Professors: use Blackboard instead of long-sought milestone that about the recent discovery. Kelly mentioned the number If we say that a typical digit “So all of this thinking hope- this planet.” Mercyhurst purchases up to 30 But are the students Just by glancing at the clearly- percent of its energy from wind on campus actually moti- printing handouts makes them eligible for a He was very eager to give to his classes to get their would take up 1/8”, that would fully leads to some admiration labeled garbage bins positioned power to meet electrical needs in vated to “go green” in their 6. Turn the thermostat up a few degrees $100,000 prize. his input. input as well. make this number we’ve writ- and possible enjoyment of the throughout the campus, it is evi- hopes of setting good examples everyday lives? The group found the 46th “I think what’s fun about “I recently had a dia- ten about 25.6 miles long. mathematics that’s involved, in the summer, and down a few degrees known Mersenne prime dent Mercyhurst feels an obliga- for other institutions. The answer is yes. Senior John in the winter. this newfound knowledge is logue with my class of Or, if you prefer: If you and it all simply because the tion to take part in the surging last month on a network The college also has an active Lorenz believes students will be 7. Wash clothes on cool setting that it has no practical value. math ed majors about the were to stack 13 million one- mountain was there!” green trend. Green Team, which recently dis- more inclined to recycle as a of 75 computers running This is a prime example of number, and they consid- dollar bills on top of each To read the full article, visit History Department Chair tributed brand-new, blue recy- result of the newly-distributed 8. Walk, don’t drive, across campus Windows XP. mathematics for mathematics’ ered this last point in a very other, the pile would be http://www.cnn.com/2008/ and Mercyhurst College Green cling bins to individual student recycling bins. He thinks having 9, Recycle ink cartridges in the library The number was veri- sake,” Kelly said, interesting way. about one mile high (using TECH/09/27/prime.number. Team Chair Dr. Chris Magoc apartments across campus to a bin present in the kitchen 10. Eat locally. Shop at the farmer’s mar- fi ed by a different computer “Similar to the ongoing If we assume that you are the U.S. government’s stated ap/index.html. has seen the changes over the promote consistent, widespread will motivate students to system running a different kets held on campus. years on the campus. recycling. recycle daily. 11. Purchase a low-fl ow showerhead algorithm. “Over the past decade, Mer- Many faculty members and “I think the students have Primes are numbers HIV Counseling & Testing • Free • Confidential • No Appointment Necessary • cyhurst has taken great strides professors encourage students good grasp on the impor- 12. 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Call 451-6700 warming.” that don’t require chemicals to to go green to use by following 15. Purchase recycled content paper two to the power of “P” According to Magoc, this puts clean up. She also uses recycled simple steps such as recycling,” Page 10 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT October 8, 2008 Illegal immigration humanized in ‘The Visitor’

we’ve clearly been more lenient Upon arriving at his New By Mason Lorek to greater threats than that. York apartment that he has Contributing writer Americans also tend to type- not been to in some time, he cast illegal immigrants as indo- is startled to fi nd a Syrian man An issue continuing to con- lent, sullied persons of Latin named Tarek and his Senega- cern our nation is the perme- descent, and that’s the kindest lese wife Zainab living there. ability of our borders and its description I’ve heard. The place had been rented allowance of illegal immigra- But the Mexican border is out by a mystery man named tion. not the only border America Ivan who had told the couple I’ve heard all of the argu- has, and Hispanics are not the the apartment was available. ments about security risk only people trying to immigrate Apologizing for the misun- (potentially major) and theft into the United States. derstanding, Tarek and Zainab PAC photo of American jobs (a bit of a Next week’s movie at the gather their things and depart An illegal Syrian immigrant (played by Haaz Sleiman, above stretch to me) but I still tend Mary D’Angelo Performing with no real destination in mind. right) wins over the heart of a world weary college professor to sympathize with the immi- Arts Center, entitled “The Visi- Vale follows them out to (Richard Jenkins, above left) in “The Visitor.” grant. tor,” shows this issue in a nec- give them a picture frame they I respect people with that essarily different light. had left behind and when it is jumping the turnstile without “The Visitor” will be shown much courage to make better Set primarily in New York, obvious to him the couple has paying. Walter tries to vouch at the PAC on Wednesday, Oct. lives for themselves. Sure, the fi lm follows two illegal nowhere to go, he invites them for him, but there is no talk- 15, at 2 and 8 p.m. there are better, legal ways of immigrants that do not fi t typi- back to stay until they can fi nd ing down the NYPD when a Jenkins (Best Actor), costar going about it, but the truth is cal American stereotypes. a new apartment. Syrian man holding a large bag Danai Jekesai Gurira (Best Sup- visas are often hard to obtain, Richard Jenkins (“Step An interesting friendship tries to board the subway, even porting Actress) and Thomas sometimes unnecessarily so. Brothers,” “Burn After Read- develops around Vale’s fond- if the bag contains a drum and McCarthy (Best Director) all A friend told me a story ing”) plays a disillusioned col- ness for classical music and not a bomb. took home awards at the 2008 about an elderly relative who lege professor named Walter Tarek’s passion for the drum. It isn’t until this point Walter Method Fest, which honors was denied entry when trying Vale who has taught the same As Tarek teaches him and even learns that Tarek and Zainab realistic portrayals in American to visit her son who was dying course for 20 years. gets him to play publically in a are not U.S. citizens and is faced indpendent fi lm, for their work of cancer. When the dean tells him to park, we begin to see Vale snap with the decision to return to on the fi lm. I understand we are just go to NYU to present a paper out of his dormant state. his humdrum teaching job or Tickets are free for Mercy- doing our job and after 9/11 he co-wrote, he reluctantly In the subway station on the stay to help a stranger. hurst students with an ID (one we can’t take any chances, but agrees. way home, Tarek is accused of Reaction: Refocused Face per ID). Dance major Mihu offers free hip-hop classes

possibly even too much,” combination done in the good for the Dance Depart- would like to continue teach- By Sarah Mastrocola Mihu said with a laugh. center with the students split ment as a whole because it ing the class until I graduate, Contributing writer Dance Department chair into large groups. brings non-majors into the especially since there has been Tauna Hunter fi rst approached So far, the whole program Dance Space, notes Tauna such a good turnout so far.” As part of a new open class Mihu about teaching the has been going well, according Hunter. Samantha DeBoer, a fresh- program in the Dance Depart- classes as part of her work to Mihu. Junior dance major Amanda man dance major, said, “The ment, junior dance major study endeavors because “she “Everyone seems be having Fisher said, “I think it’s good class is really fun, and it’s a no- Jen Mihu is teaching hip-hop knew I really like hip-hop,” fun, and a lot of the same kids for non-majors to be able to pressure situation where you classes on Saturdays from 9:30 Mihu said. keep coming back to take the take the class because then can just have a good time and a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Since then, Mihu explained, class. We have also had a signif- they get to see what the Dance dance. That’s one reason that I The classes are free, unlike the class has drawn between 20 icant number of boys coming Department is like. Also, really like to go.” the other departmental open and 25 people each weekend. to take the class,” she said. it’s just a really fun class for Trevor Sones, a junior dance classes. The structure of the class Mihu said she enjoys teach- anyone to take.” major who has substitute The classes are open to involves warm-up exercises at ing these classes even more When asked about her taught for Mihu, said of the dance majors and non-majors. the beginning, with everyone than teaching hip-hop at her future plans for the hip-hop class, “It is a great class for Mihu, a native of Cleveland, dancing together. home studio in Cleveland class program, Mihu said, “I everyone, dance majors and Ohio, is famous within the As the class progresses, because the college kids tend hope to continue teaching the non-dance majors alike. It’s a Dance Department for her exercises are done across the to have more discipline than classes past this year, assuming good way to relieve stress and enjoyment of hip-hop. fl oor in small groups, and the the younger students. that I continue to get a work to have fun, and it’s free and “I have quite a love for it, class culminates with a longer The program is especially study award. If all goes well, I open to the entire campus.” Page 10 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT October 8, 2008 October 8, 2008 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Page 11 Illegal immigration humanized in ‘The Visitor’ ‘Salome’ heads Met series Professor Hess we’ve clearly been more lenient Upon arriving at his New By Hazel Jennings By Mason Lorek to greater threats than that. York apartment that he has Contributing writer to perform solos Contributing writer Americans also tend to type- not been to in some time, he cast illegal immigrants as indo- is startled to fi nd a Syrian man “Salome,” the notorious and Cleveland Pops, Buffalo Phil- An issue continuing to con- lent, sullied persons of Latin named Tarek and his Senega- By Kyle King often shocking opera, is coming harmonic, American Compos- cern our nation is the perme- descent, and that’s the kindest lese wife Zainab living there. A & E editor to the Mary D’Angelo Perform- ers Orchestra, Chautauqua ability of our borders and its description I’ve heard. The place had been rented ing Arts Center at Mercyhurst Symphony Orchestra and the allowance of illegal immigra- But the Mexican border is out by a mystery man named College for “The Metropolitan The Erie Chamber Orches- Erie Philharmonic. tion. not the only border America Ivan who had told the couple Opera: Live in High Defi nition” tra, under the direction of Dr. Hess taught on the I’ve heard all of the argu- has, and Hispanics are not the the apartment was available. series on Saturday, Oct. 11, at 1 Bruce Morton Wright, will piano faculty at the State Uni- ments about security risk only people trying to immigrate Apologizing for the misun- p.m. Contributed photo present the second concert versity of New York at Fredo- (potentially major) and theft into the United States. derstanding, Tarek and Zainab Karita Matila reprises her 2004 starring role as title seduc- of its 31st season at 7:30 p.m. nia and has performed on a set PAC photo “Salome” is a one-act opera of American jobs (a bit of a Next week’s movie at the gather their things and depart tress in ‘Salome.’ An illegal Syrian immigrant (played by Haaz Sleiman, above by Richard Strauss based on Oct. 10, in the Mary, Seat of of recordings for the textbook stretch to me) but I still tend Mary D’Angelo Performing with no real destination in mind. right) wins over the heart of a world weary college professor Hedwig Lachmann’s German Wisdom Chapel at Gannon “Harmony in Context,” pub- to sympathize with the immi- Arts Center, entitled “The Visi- Vale follows them out to tale using biblical characters has Mercyhurst College, “The Met- (Richard Jenkins, above left) in “The Visitor.” translation of Oscar Wilde’s University, located at 512 lished by McGraw-Hill. grant. tor,” shows this issue in a nec- give them a picture frame they given it a lot of national atten- ropolitan Opera: Live in High play. T he controversy sur- Peach Street. During the summer, Hess I respect people with that essarily different light. had left behind and when it is jumping the turnstile without “The Visitor” will be shown tion and criticism since its cre- Defi nition” broadcast is made rounding the erotic and murder- The featured soloist will be heads the piano program at much courage to make better Set primarily in New York, obvious to him the couple has paying. Walter tries to vouch at the PAC on Wednesday, Oct. ation. possible with the help of a ous plot points caused it to be pianist Nathan Hess. Hess the Pennsylvania Governor’s lives for themselves. Sure, the fi lm follows two illegal nowhere to go, he invites them for him, but there is no talk- 15, at 2 and 8 p.m. Karita Mattila returns for a dozen strategically placed cam- banned in London until 1907. is an Assistant Professor of School for the Arts in Erie. there are better, legal ways of immigrants that do not fi t typi- back to stay until they can fi nd ing down the NYPD when a Jenkins (Best Actor), costar stunning reprise of her 2004 eras in the Metropolitan Opera Set in King Herod’s palace Piano and Chair of the Piano The evening concert will going about it, but the truth is cal American stereotypes. a new apartment. Syrian man holding a large bag Danai Jekesai Gurira (Best Sup- role of Salome. T he Finnish House. during the Old Testament, the Area at Mercyhurst College. feature four works. visas are often hard to obtain, Richard Jenkins (“Step An interesting friendship tries to board the subway, even porting Actress) and Thomas diva is one of today’s greatest The cameras offer brilliant story of Princess Salome is full He holds degrees from the The concert will begin with sometimes unnecessarily so. Brothers,” “Burn After Read- develops around Vale’s fond- if the bag contains a drum and McCarthy (Best Director) all singing actresses and has been close-ups, which reveal the of murder, love and the desper- University of Cincinnati Col- Francois-Joseph Gossec’s A friend told me a story ing”) plays a disillusioned col- ness for classical music and not a bomb. took home awards at the 2008 recognized internationally as details of costumes and facial ation always accompanying such lege-Conservatory of Music “Sinfonia in E Flat Major,” about an elderly relative who lege professor named Walter Tarek’s passion for the drum. It isn’t until this point Walter Method Fest, which honors an electrifying stage performer gestures, and with sweeping passion. and James Madison Univer- and also include three works was denied entry when trying Vale who has taught the same As Tarek teaches him and even learns that Tarek and Zainab realistic portrayals in American who brings uncommon inten- wide angles present a panoramic The 16-year-old princess sity. by Mozart. Hess will solo on to visit her son who was dying course for 20 years. gets him to play publically in a are not U.S. citizens and is faced indpendent fi lm, for their work sity to every role. spectacle giving PAC viewers an shows the timeless stubborn Dr. Hess has appeared Mozart’s “Piano Concerto No. of cancer. When the dean tells him to park, we begin to see Vale snap with the decision to return to on the fi lm. Though Mattila appears regu- intimate advantage over those desires and demands of a teen- in concert throughout the 23, K488.” I understand we are just go to NYU to present a paper out of his dormant state. his humdrum teaching job or Tickets are free for Mercy- larly at major opera houses all actually in the Met audience. age girl, but her insistences take United States and Europe and As a part of Gannon Univer- doing our job and after 9/11 he co-wrote, he reluctantly In the subway station on the stay to help a stranger. hurst students with an ID (one over the world, like The Royal Do not miss this opportu- a dramatic turn, as she is willing also frequently adjudicates sity’s Cultural programming for we can’t take any chances, but agrees. way home, Tarek is accused of Reaction: Refocused Face per ID). Opera House in London, the nity to not only see a seductive, throughout the region. the Erie community, Gannon to go to scandalous extremes for Vienna State Opera, and the shocking tale not fi t for cable her horrifying requests concern- He has performed concerti University has provided fund- Berlin Philharmoniker, Mattila television, but also to experience with the Western New York ing to have the concert audio ing the men that interest her. limits her schedule to only 45-60 the sweeping and exhilarating Salome will stop at nothing Chamber Orchestra, York taped for later broadcasting on Dance major Mihu offers free hip-hop classes nights of singing a year. There- event known as a Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra (PA), Gannon University’s WERG to hold the man that has cap- fore, this is a rare opportunity to Opera. tured her heart, even if it means New River Valley Symphony, Radio FM-90. possibly even too much,” combination done in the good for the Dance Depart- would like to continue teach- see such a talent at the Metro- Tickets are $18 for adults and Mercyhurst College Chamber By Sarah Mastrocola unfairly using her young sexual The concert is available to Mihu said with a laugh. center with the students split ment as a whole because it ing the class until I graduate, politan Opera House. $15 for seniors and students. Orchestra, and the JMU Sym- the public and free of charge. Contributing writer seduction on an admirer in order Dance Department chair into large groups. brings non-majors into the especially since there has been Now in its third sea- Front row balcony tickets are to create an assassination. phony Orchestra. Because of the popular- Tauna Hunter fi rst approached So far, the whole program Dance Space, notes Tauna such a good turnout so far.” son and the second year at $30. The plot line of this thrilling In demand as a chamber ity of these events, seating in As part of a new open class Mihu about teaching the has been going well, according Hunter. Samantha DeBoer, a fresh- musician, he has performed Mary, Seat of Wisdom Chapel program in the Dance Depart- classes as part of her work to Mihu. Junior dance major Amanda man dance major, said, “The with members of the Cincin- is somewhat limited and is on ment, junior dance major study endeavors because “she “Everyone seems be having Fisher said, “I think it’s good class is really fun, and it’s a no- nati Symphony Orchestra, a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis. Jen Mihu is teaching hip-hop knew I really like hip-hop,” fun, and a lot of the same kids for non-majors to be able to pressure situation where you PAC schedule altered classes on Saturdays from 9:30 Mihu said. keep coming back to take the take the class because then can just have a good time and This Sunday, Mercyhurst was sched- and the event will not be rescheduled. a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Since then, Mihu explained, class. We have also had a signif- they get to see what the Dance dance. That’s one reason that I uled to broadcast a lecture live from the Instead, a tentative replacement has Philosophy Club The classes are free, unlike the class has drawn between 20 icant number of boys coming Department is like. Also, really like to go.” 92nd St. YMHA in New York City as part been set for campus broadcast. Current the other departmental open and 25 people each weekend. to take the class,” she said. it’s just a really fun class for Trevor Sones, a junior dance of its ongoing collaborative project with Secretary of the Treasury Henry M. Paul- will host a discussion about classes. The structure of the class Mihu said she enjoys teach- anyone to take.” major who has substitute local partner Temple Anshe Hesed. son and other captains of industry are The classes are open to involves warm-up exercises at ing these classes even more When asked about her taught for Mihu, said of the The scheduled speaker was Thomas scheduled to speak Thursday, Dec. 18, at Fate and Free Will dance majors and non-majors. the beginning, with everyone than teaching hip-hop at her future plans for the hip-hop class, “It is a great class for Keneally, whose book “Searching for 8 p.m. on Oct. 9th, from 8:15 - 9:30 p.m. Mihu, a native of Cleveland, dancing together. home studio in Cleveland class program, Mihu said, “I everyone, dance majors and Schindler” was later turned into the 1993 The event will be broadcast at Taylor Ohio, is famous within the As the class progresses, because the college kids tend hope to continue teaching the non-dance majors alike. It’s a Steven Spielberg fi lm that won seven Little Theater, and is free to Mercyhurst in Hirt 200. Dance Department for her exercises are done across the to have more discipline than classes past this year, assuming good way to relieve stress and Oscars. students with college ID. M ore details All are welcome to attend. enjoyment of hip-hop. fl oor in small groups, and the the younger students. that I continue to get a work to have fun, and it’s free and Keneally has cancelled due to illness, will follow in future issues. “I have quite a love for it, class culminates with a longer The program is especially study award. If all goes well, I open to the entire campus.” Refreshments provided. Page 12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT October 8, 2008 Read up on candidates in their own words

It is less than a month until November’s gen- eral election, and most voters have made their choices for which candidate they intend to vote. For those who are still unsure, however, it may help to check out the many books that have pub- lished by and about each presidential and vice presidential candidate: Images from foreverthesickestkids.com

By Barack Obama: “The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts Texas sextet Forever the Sickest on Reclaiming the American Dream;” “Dreams from My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance;” and “Change We Can Believe In: Barack Obama’s Plan to Renew Kids blare ‘Underdog Alma Mater’ America’s Promise” On Barack Obama: John R. Talbott’s “Obamanom- rial (“Hey Brittney,” “Believe this is growing up. / I’m sleep- By Greg Summy ics: How Bottom-Up Economic Prosperity Will Replace Me I’m Lying”) and fresh new ing so little these days. / I guess Contributing writer Trickle-down Economics;” David Freddoso’s “The Case songs (“The Way She Moves,” this is growing up, / I’m feeling Against Barack Obama: The Unlikely Rise and Unexam- “That For Me”). things about to change.” ined Agenda of the Media’s Favorite Candidate;” and Whether or not you went to “Underdog Alma Mater” Though the band may not David Mendell’s “Obama: From Promise to Power” this summer’s Warped Tour in starts out with the band’s fi rst have “paid their dues” to get any of the 46 cities the punk where they are now, the six By John McCain: “Faith of My Fathers: A Family single, which was featured on Memoir;” “Why Courage Matters: The Way to a Braver rock festival rolled through, or Yahoo!’s Who’s Next, “Whoa young men from Dallas/Fort Life;” and “Hard Call: The Art of Great Decisions” spent those boring days at work Oh (Me vs. Everyone).” Worth, Texas, remain the same On John McCain: Paul Alexander’s “Man of the surfi ng the Web for new music, This track is an energetic toe- kind of people they were when People: The Life of John McCain;” Cliff Schecter’s “The chances are you came across a tapper that quickly turns into a they fi rst started the band. Real McCain: Why Conservatives Don’t Trust Him and young, talented group of six full-blown dance party by the In a world where frontmen Why Independents Shouldn’t;” and Robert Timberg’s fun-loving guys. middle of the fi rst chorus. and singular celebrities reign “John McCain: An American Odyssey” Forever the Sickest Kids, as The lyrical prowess of the supreme with Pete Wentz of they are known to their fans, band is obvious right from the Fall Out Boy as their king, FTSK By Joe Biden: “Promises to Keep: On Life and Poli- are beginning to take the music start of the record. remain dedicated to making sure tics” industry by storm. The catch-phrase of the fi rst they are known as a band, not as With three-part harmonies On Sarah Palin: Kaylene Johnson’s “Sarah: How a track is a satirical look at life as individual celebrities. Hockey Mom Tu rned the Political Establishment Upside and layered vocals similar to old a young adult: “I’ve got friends Cook was featured, along Down;” Joe Hilley’s “Sarah Palin: A New Kind of Leader;” school acts like the Beach Boys in highly low places.” with four other musicians, on and Sue Katz’s “Thanks But No Thanks: The Voter’s Guide and The Beatles, Forever the Throughout the album, the cover of Alternative Press to Sarah Palin” Sickest Kids blend pop, rock vocalists Jonathan Cook, Caleb Magazine. and electronica into a super Turman and Austin Bello belt In the issue, he wore a t-shirt By Independents: Ron Paul’s “The Revolution: A genre of their own. out catchy and profound lyrics featuring all his band member’s Manifesto” and Ralph Nader’s “Civic Arousal.” The band, less than a year that make Pete Wentz look names. old at the time they singed a shallow. This kind of band identity is Of General Interest: Franklin Foer’s “Election 2008: deal with Universal Records, The lone acoustic song on what keeps them touring. They A Voter’s Guide;” Randall E. Adkins’s “The Evolution of released their debut full-length the album, “Coffee Break,” have not been home since the Political Parties, Campaigns, and Elections: Landmark Documents from 1787-2008;” and Fareed Zakaria’s album this past spring. delves into anxiety issues and start of the AP Tour in May, “The Post-American War” “Underdog Alma Mater” life changes with the simple, yet and have dates booked that will is a collection of some of the powerful lines, “Well I’ve over- keep them on the road through band’s original touring mate- committed myself / I guess November. Page 12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT October 8, 2008 October 8, 2008 OPINION Page 13 Read up on Clean coal dirtying the political scene Candidates involved in renewable energy debate candidates There is that change we were But think of all the “green ground. Some may call this but clean coal just does not By Jerrod Markle all looking for: Now coal com- jobs” average Americans clean coal technology How make sense to me. Contributing writer panies that advanced. Go pick up a piece of coal in their own are already America already uses and experience for yourself This oxymoron phrase con- destroying Minors with their clean lungs coal to run nearly half the cleansing affect this new words tinuously used by politicians, Appalachia “and politicians with their clean of its electricity, so at awareness will have on your businessmen and billboards can receive consciences create the perfect least we will progress life. irks me each time I am re- government pseudo-reality that is created by to what some can claim Politicians and greedy elites minded of its existence. subsidies to as clean. are lying to me, while my It is less than a month until November’s gen- The utterance of this con- ease the costs the market. We will just continue tax dollars are their invest- eral election, and most voters have made their Jerrod Markle cept is distracting us from real of such evil ” to swipe it off moun- ments! No taxation without choices for which candidate they intend to vote. energy issues such as indepen- work. tain tops forever, as representation used to mean For those who are still unsure, however, it may dence and renewability. Minors with their clean will be provided by allowing mountains grow back. something. help to check out the many books that have pub- Here again, shockingly, lungs and politicians with their those trusting, environmen- Now maybe Palin’s faith will Luckily, we blindly believe lished by and about each presidential and vice Obama and McCain agree it clean consciences create the tally friendly coal plants to allow her to move mountains and submit to nonsense, so Images from foreverthesickestkids.com presidential candidate: is time for America to invest perfect pseudo-reality that is build newer, cleaner plants or Obama-maniacs think his phrases like clean coal can in clean coal. created by the market. by emitting the waste into the voice can change landscapes, make sense. By Barack Obama: “The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts Texas sextet Forever the Sickest on Reclaiming the American Dream;” “Dreams from My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance;” and “Change We Can Believe In: Barack Obama’s Plan to Renew Kids blare ‘Underdog Alma Mater’ Social networking sites can America’s Promise” On Barack Obama: John R. Talbott’s “Obamanom- rial (“Hey Brittney,” “Believe this is growing up. / I’m sleep- By Greg Summy ics: How Bottom-Up Economic Prosperity Will Replace Me I’m Lying”) and fresh new ing so little these days. / I guess be costly for foolish students Contributing writer Trickle-down Economics;” David Freddoso’s “The Case songs (“The Way She Moves,” this is growing up, / I’m feeling Against Barack Obama: The Unlikely Rise and Unexam- “That For Me”). things about to change.” networking sites are the main employers are using these sites, If you don’t want it printed . . . don’t let it happen. By Amy Kuhnlein ined Agenda of the Media’s Favorite Candidate;” and Whether or not you went to “Underdog Alma Mater” Though the band may not contributors to a person’s on- and not hiring someone be- Editors Positions @mercyhurst.edu David Mendell’s “Obama: From Promise to Power” Contributing writer this summer’s Warped Tour in starts out with the band’s fi rst have “paid their dues” to get line footprint. cause of their online profi le, is Casey Greene Editor-in-Chief editormerciad any of the 46 cities the punk where they are now, the six that truly a way to fi nd the best Amanda Valauri News Editor newsmerciad By John McCain: “Faith of My Fathers: A Family single, which was featured on On the employer’s side, Face- Memoir;” “Why Courage Matters: The Way to a Braver rock festival rolled through, or Yahoo!’s Who’s Next, “Whoa young men from Dallas/Fort As if fi nding a post gradua- book and MySpace are open possible em-ployees? Emily Grabowski Features Editor featuremerciad Life;” and “Hard Call: The Art of Great Decisions” spent those boring days at work Oh (Me vs. Everyone).” Worth, Texas, remain the same tion job isn’t scary enough— and free to anyone who can Facebook is a conglomera- Heather Donovan Opinion Editor opinionmerciad On John McCain: Paul Alexander’s “Man of the surfi ng the Web for new music, This track is an energetic toe- kind of people they were when seniors will be entering into one access the Internet and join the tion of information put up Brad Moehringer Sports Editor sportsmerciad People: The Life of John McCain;” Cliff Schecter’s “The chances are you came across a tapper that quickly turns into a they fi rst started the band. of the highest job-loss markets right network. for friends—Facebook is not Sam Sellinger Sports Editor sportsmerciad Real McCain: Why Conservatives Don’t Trust Him and young, talented group of six full-blown dance party by the In a world where frontmen in fi ve years. a resume. Kyle King A&E entertainmentmerciad Why Independents Shouldn’t;” and Robert Timberg’s fun-loving guys. middle of the fi rst chorus. and singular celebrities reign With the economy already I called my dad and asked if Scoot Williams Photographer photomerciad “John McCain: An American Odyssey” Forever the Sickest Kids, as The lyrical prowess of the supreme with Pete Wentz of against you, don’t let you go he uses MySpace or Facebook Tyler Stauffer Photographer photomerciad they are known to their fans, band is obvious right from the Fall Out Boy as their king, FTSK against you. Employers are when it comes to hiring em- Caitlin Bly Advertising Manager admerciad By Joe Biden: “Promises to Keep: On Life and Poli- are beginning to take the music start of the record. remain dedicated to making sure turning to sources like Face- ployees at his company. Gretchen Yori Copy Editor copymerciad tics” industry by storm. The catch-phrase of the fi rst they are known as a band, not as book and MySpace to weed out He responded with “what’s Ashley Pastor General Assignment apasto22 With three-part harmonies potential job candidates. Popular social networking Bill Welch Adviser wwelch On Sarah Palin: Kaylene Johnson’s “Sarah: How a track is a satirical look at life as individual celebrities. MyFace?” So clearly that is a Hockey Mom Tu rned the Political Establishment Upside and layered vocals similar to old a young adult: “I’ve got friends Cook was featured, along These Internet tools can sites cause for applicant’s no. While not all employers Brian Sheridan Adviser bsheridan Down;” Joe Hilley’s “Sarah Palin: A New Kind of Leader;” school acts like the Beach Boys in highly low places.” with four other musicians, on make or break a chance for concern. take advantage of these social and The Beatles, Forever the employment depending on the and Sue Katz’s “Thanks But No Thanks: The Voter’s Guide Throughout the album, the cover of Alternative Press The sites allow employers to databases, many do. The Merciad is the official student-produced newspaper of Mercyhurst Sickest Kids blend pop, rock information in your profi le and to Sarah Palin” vocalists Jonathan Cook, Caleb Magazine. have a better idea of who they It comes down to the choice College. It is published throughout the school year, with the exception of and electronica into a super especially your pictures. Turman and Austin Bello belt In the issue, he wore a t-shirt are hiring without the pretense we have as potential employ- finals weeks. Our office is in Hirt, Room 120B. Our telephone number is (814) By Independents: Ron Paul’s “The Revolution: A genre of their own. While some of us will be sub- out catchy and profound lyrics featuring all his band member’s of a formal interview. ees. Are you comfortable with 824-2376. Manifesto” and Ralph Nader’s “Civic Arousal.” The band, less than a year ject to extensive background that make Pete Wentz look names. Since an employer can see superiors seeing how you pres- old at the time they singed a checks and security investiga- shallow. This kind of band identity is the true personality of ap- ent yourself outside of the Of General Interest: Franklin Foer’s “Election 2008: deal with Universal Records, tions, these do not give em- The Merciad welcomes letters to the editor. All letters must be signed The lone acoustic song on what keeps them touring. They plicants, why not use these business world? A Voter’s Guide;” Randall E. Adkins’s “The Evolution of released their debut full-length the album, “Coffee Break,” have not been home since the ployers insight into someone’s Finding a job is harder than and names will be included with the letters. Although we will not edit the Political Parties, Campaigns, and Elections: Landmark tools to hire the best album this past spring. social makeup. Documents from 1787-2008;” and Fareed Zakaria’s delves into anxiety issues and start of the AP Tour in May, candidate available? ever, don’t lower your chances letters for content, we reserve the right to trim letters to fit. Letters “Underdog Alma Mater” This is why they take advan- “The Post-American War” life changes with the simple, yet and have dates booked that will On the other hand, compa- more by letting a fun Sat- are due Mondays by noon and may not be more than 300 words. Submit is a collection of some of the tage of Facebook and MySpace powerful lines, “Well I’ve over- keep them on the road through nies should be hiring based on urday night ruin a Monday letters to box PH 485 or via e-mail at [email protected]. band’s original touring mate- to do character checks. Social committed myself / I guess November. someone’s qualifications. If morning interview. Page 14 OPINION October 8, 2008 Vice presidential debate: another Palin let down

The “golly gees,” the “gosh country. They now have her For the next few weeks, the By Eric Jackson darns” and the jumbled order out on the attack, slandering McCain campaign will sink Contributing writer of her words made her look like Senator Obama’s name. to new lows, but people who a dolt and the debate look like McCain is steadily losing live in glass houses shouldn’t Well gosh darn and golly gee a sideshow. ground in the polls, so he has throw stones; the ghost of the to all you mavericks out there, Senator Biden chose to her rehashing old attacks, trying savings and loan scandal might The fi rst hint of winter that vice presidential debate overlook her and relentlessly to scare the American people resurface featuring Charles term hit the press this week was absolutely astonishing. attack Senator John McCain’s by associating Obama with Keating and the Keating fi ve with the release of the aca- We are making a mockery record. He did not fall into William Ayers — who is now — John McCain just happens demic schedule. The publi- of our political process, and I the trap of beating up on employed by the University to be one of those fi ve. cation marks the last couple pray to God the enemies of the her and making her a of Chicago. People may want to bring up of weeks of fall term. United States are not watching sympathetic fi gure. The acts Mr. Ayers perpetrated Sarah Palin’s husband allegedly this. Even when Gover nor occurred when Barack Obama being part of a separatist group I really have to give Senator Palin leveled a couple of was nine years old! that advocated Alaska breaking Joe Biden credit for being rehearsed attacks at Senator This is a bad joke; are all off from the United States. a gentleman and containing Biden, he simply dismissed faculty and alumni at the How’s that for patriotism? himself, not because he didn’t them with a broad smile and University of Chicago now on If nothing else, this economic attack, but because he didn’t fall turned his attention back to the terrorist watch list, because disaster has America talking over laughing. Senator McCain. they hired William Ayers as a about the issues, John McCain Governor Palin’s performance I honestly feel sorry for colleague? and his lobbyist handlers will An unidentifi ed noise has was just plain weird. She refused Governor Palin, she is being America seems to forget do anything to avoid that. kept students and classes to answer the questions of used by Senator McCain. they put people like Jesse If that happens guess what? from their work this week the moderator. There was While thinking he could Helms, Strom Thurmond and All the soccer moms and six in the library. a total disconnect from somehow pick up disaffected George Wallace in public offi ce pack Joes out there lose along reality. It was like she was in Hillary Clinton voters, he and never gave it a second with the rest of America. If only we could go back... another building. disregarded the needs of this thought. Freshman girls: Please con- sider your clothing choices while attending hockey Campaign contributions breaking the bank games,.It’s mighty chilly and there are children around. eral donation limit is there for “Good Will” from Austin, less blatant but just as blasé as By Devin Ruic a reason, and yet the junior Texas somehow donated more “Doodad Pro” could continu- Contributing writer senator from Illinois seems per- than $11,000 dollars without ally donate $200 a multitude of fectly willing to ignore federal the Obama campaign taking times. Barack Obama’s presi- notice or reporting it to the The Obama campaign never dential campaign is up proper authorities. even has to look to see if an to it again, raising record Worse than that, “Doo- individual has exceeded the amounts of cash for the dad Pro” from Nunda, $2,300 individual limit. democratic nominee. N.Y. gave the 147- day Face the facts: the Demo- It would appear not a senator $17,130! Is cratic Party is no more the Pauly Shore was a huge single hard-working Ameri- no one able to read at party of the working or middle letdown Friday at the Cell- can citizen can help them- Obama headquarters? class than the Know Nothings block.com. He apparently selves from reaching into Shouldn’t there be at of yesteryear! pulled a Mercyhurst fe- their pockets and tossing least one person check- The Democratic candidate is male’s hair during his D list whatever “change” they ing to see if people who not being supported monetarily appearance. have on hand to help donate are real? or politically by the American Reported and unreported Senator Obama reach the Again referring to the people, but rather the elitist left assaults have been taking White House. federal election regula- like George Soros. place around campus lately. Now, I happen to be able tions, the Obama cam- The junior 147-day sen- So please: use caution. to resist the urge to donate paign has thrown under ator from Illinois needs to cash to the Obama, but I the bus— along with his start learning how to think for Tyler Stauffer photo Please e-mail any suggestions to can still toss in my proverbial grandmother— he is not himself. Campaign contributors have limits. [email protected]. two cents. required to keep track of As a matter of fact, judging The GB&U is a compilation of Stop accepting fraudulent individuals who donate less by his knowledge of federal election regulations by simply student opinions. donations, Senator Obama. ignoring the names attached than $200. regulations, he might as well be The $2,300 per-person fed- the donations given. This means people who are a Know Nothing! October 8, 2008 OPINION Page 15 Pick-up lines getting shot down Unforeseen obstacle Unacceptable language, even for the bar for Barack Obama Well forgive me for being overly the slang you use has a myriad By Rhonda Marable By Seth Hallam choose McCain, because critical of your “culture”, but I of distracting and confusing he is Caucasian. Contributing writer Contributing writer just don’t see the appeal of your connotations. Have you ever This phenomenon has slang, dress, demeanor or gen- stopped to think about the thrown several major races, Scenario: I’m walking through eral attitude towards women. fact that when you say “ask” it Barack Obama may lose including the gubernatorial the club with friends and then I Perhaps if I weren’t worried sounds a lot like “ax”? the presidential race due to race in California that it was hear a loud, low voice. “What’s about your pants falling off What am I supposed to think racism… racism that stems named after. up baby girl? every two seconds or the fact when I hear you want to “ax” from his own party. Tom Bradley, an African- “Lemme holla achu right that your shirt is two sizes too me a question? Yes, even after Palin’s American, lost the 1982 quick,” he says. While I’m large I would be more attracted It’s not my fault that when graciously trying to ignore his to you. you say you want to “holla” at advances, he seems to press the Better yet, if I didn’t think it me I get a picture of me run- issue by asking why girls like me was completely tacky to have ning away from a man that’s don’t like boys from the hood. the tags still on your shoes and screaming in my face. Oh how I hate to explain it. hat I would let you buy me a I can’t help that the fact that I seem to have the frequent drink. you look like you got hand-me- opportunity to criticize certain But no, I just care too much downs from Fat Albert makes men that hit on me. about actually understanding me want to laugh. Once dejected, they quickly what you’re saying to me to They say that you should lose interest and brush me off allow a strained conversation give a chance to a man that can as an uptight (and sometimes with you to continue. make you laugh. In this case, I white) woman that doesn’t You just might be a very don’t think they meant a man understand their “culture.” interesting guy but I’m sorry, that you can laugh at. Sorry. Campus safety: cause for concern Living at Mercyhurst, we all This advice is nothing new. By Jordan Zangaro have misconceived thoughts We have been told since we Contributing writer that we can walk alone, any- were little children that “the Tyler Stauffer photo where, at any hour and not buddy system is the best Everyone received the e- be cautious. system.” That statement holds numerous blunders and election despite being ahead th mail about the girl on 37 I remember a Residence true. It is a scary world. You McCain’s hot headedness— in the polls for much of street that a stranger attempted Life representative talking to don’t know who to trust. after being asked how he has the race. to sexually assault. Baldwin Hall residents my Reality causes us to look liked government health care— A study d u ring the That is not the fi rst reporting freshman year and saying that over our shoulders a little more the polls are still close. presidential primaries in of someone being assaulted it is so safe at Mercyhurst and than usual when walking to our However, this does not mean Pennsylvania showed that this school year. With these that we could walk anywhere apartments or dorms after a when it comes to Election one in six Democratic things happening, it gives around campus at 3 o’clock night class. Day the results will be close. voters used race as factor in students reason one to look in the morning and nothing But, you have the opportu- However, it probably would if their decision. behind his or her shoulder a would happen. nity and the responsibility to Obama was Caucasian. Of these people, 75% voted little more often in our safe, Now obviously, this person make sure you do everything This unfortunate for Clinton. The Democrats comfortable little campus. did not mean it literally. It is in your power to keep your- phenomenon is called the claim to be the most progressive Discussing the unsettling true that we—fortunately— self safe. Bradley affect. and racially friendly. events— that have not yet attend a college with a very Even with the police on In summation when It is ironic that race will been reported in a campus low crime rate and we should campus, they obviously can people—let’s say a group of play a roll for Obama in his police “timely notifi cation”— feel safe. However we should not be everywhere at once. I Democrats—are asked publicly own party. America has not one of my roommates said, not be naïve. am not trying to scare students they will tell the pollster progressed enough to take this “You just don’t expect those Under no circumstance in anyway. that they are going to vote factor out of consideration. things to happen here, you should anyone wander the More so, I just think maybe for Obama. It is easy for Democrats to know? And now there has campus, the surrounding hearing it again, from another When it comes down to charge others with racism, but been several incidents.” neighborhoods or anywhere person, may send up a red fl ag actually voting, they will it seems they may have the She is absolutely right. for that matter, alone. somewhere. Be careful. either not vote at all or black sheep within. Football...... Oct. 4, W 49-14, Lock Haven Women’s Volleyball...... Sept. 30, W 3-1, Indiana (Pa.) Oct. 3, W 3-1, East Stroudsburg Oct. 4, W 3-0, Millersville Oct. 4, W 3-1, West Chester Field Hockey...... Oct. 1, W 2-1, Seton Hill Oct. 4, W 2-1, Mansfi eld Field hockey on three-game win streak Oct. 6, W 3-1, Bellarmine Men’s Soccer...... Oct. 1, T 1-1, Lock Haven University Mountaineers. Oct. 4, L 2-1, West Chester Once again, the Lakers Women’s Soccer...... Oct. 1, W 1-0, Lock Haven came out with a 2-1 victory in Oct. 4, L 3-2, West Chester the last minutes of the game. Men’s Water Polo...... Oct. 2, L 12-10, California Lutheran Mercyhurst had the lead at 1- Oct. 3, W 10-5, Claremont McKenna 0 from a goal by Wowkowych Oct. 4, L 10-5, Air Force assisted by freshman Serena Women’s Hockey...... Oct. 3, (Exhi.) L 4-1, Team USA Slattery in the fi rst half of play. Oct. 4, (Exhi.) L 4-2, Team USA Mansfi eld struck back midway Men’s Hockey...... Oct. 5, (Exhi.) W 10-1, Royal Military College through the second half to tie Women’s Tennis...... Oct. 6, L 6-3, St. Bonaventure the game at 1-1. In the last fi ve minutes of Women’s Hockey No. 5 in USCHO.com Poll play, Wowkowych tallied her The Mercyhurst College women’s hockey team found themselves second goal of the game, ranked No. 5 in the country this week in the fi rst edition of the which proved to be the game USCHO.com Poll. The Lakers regular season kicks off this week- winner. C oleman registered end on the road against the Boston University Terriers. her second win of the season with one save in net. Laker Defense Tops in the Country In order to prepare for the For the second time this season, the Mercyhurst College football rest of the season, Wowkowych team has the top ranked defense in the country. The defense has said, “We are focusing mainly allowed an average of 203.3 yards per game and an average of 11.5 on playing as one cohesive unit points per game thus far this season. instead of as individuals.” Fogle added that a second Scoot Williams photo goal of the team for the rest The Mercyhurst College fi eld hockey team has put together of the season is to walk off three straight wins to improve to 5-7 overall and 4-1 at home. the fi eld with no regrets. “We want to know that we down 1-0 with eight minutes played with heart in every game By Sarah Powell to play before junior Kristen and that we put everything on Staff writer Fogle netted her fi rst goal of the line for the girl standing the season to tie the game at next to us on the fi eld,” Fogle The women’s fi eld hockey 1-1. said. “That’s what being a team team proved they know what Just 31 seconds later, is all about. If we are able to Richard Stokes-Football it takes to win a game in the sophomore Sara Wowkowych do this, then we will be able to During the Lakers 49-14 win over Lock Haven on Saturday last minutes, this past week. set junior Emily Warren accomplish what we want on Richard Stokes, a senior runningback, became the all-time rush- A couple of 2-1 victories up for the game winning the playing fi eld.” ing touchdown leader as he scored his 31st rushing touchdown improved Mercyhurst’s record goal, making the fi nal score The Lakers are back in of his career. to 4-7 overall and 2-3 in the 2-1. Senior Jennifer Coleman action this Saturday, Oct. 11, PSAC. registered the win in goal with at Millersville University and Sara Wowkowych-Field Hockey On Oct. 1, they took on four saves.The Lakers returned return home on Monday, This sophomore scored her fi rst two goals of the season as the the Griffi ns of Seton Hill home on Saturday, Oct. 4, Oct.13, to take on Catawba Lakers took down PSAC opponent Mansfi eld Oct. 4. She also University. The Lakers were to take on the Mansfi eld College at 4 p.m. assisted on the game winning goal against Seton Hill on Oct. 1. October 8, 2008 SPORTS Page 17 Women’s soccer earns national ranking to break the deadlock. This it into the far corner of the net By Stephen Duggan goal gave Powell her team- to level the game. Staff writer leading eighth goal of the Sarah Oswald would put season and gave Schroter her the Rams up again just two Football...... Oct. 4, W 49-14, Lock Haven The Mercyhurst College eighth assist of the season. minutes later to fi nish out the Women’s Volleyball...... Sept. 30, W 3-1, Indiana (Pa.) women’s soccer team was on The defense proved stingy scoring in an eventful fi rst Oct. 3, W 3-1, East Stroudsburg the road again for a pair of and held Lock Haven to just half. Oct. 4, W 3-0, Millersville PSAC rivals last week. fi ve shots on goal. With the Lakers down Oct. 4, W 3-1, West Chester The fi rst of their games was Senior Rebecca Heintzman, 2-1, Powell stepped up to slot Field Hockey...... Oct. 1, W 2-1, Seton Hill played on Wednesday when in the goal, produced her home her fourth goal in three Oct. 4, W 2-1, Mansfi eld they faced the Bald Eagles of seventeenth shutout of her games with an assist off her Field hockey on three-game win streak Oct. 6, W 3-1, Bellarmine Lock Haven University in a career with the Lakers. strike partner, junior Taylor Men’s Soccer...... Oct. 1, T 1-1, Lock Haven double header including the The Lakers travelled to the Hilinski. University Mountaineers. Oct. 4, L 2-1, West Chester men’s soccer team. No. 9 West Chester University The Golden Rams, however, Once again, the Lakers Women’s Soccer...... Oct. 1, W 1-0, Lock Haven The game started off slowly on Saturday for a match up would show more resolve than came out with a 2-1 victory in Oct. 4, L 3-2, West Chester for the home team. against their PSAC East rivals. the Lakers when they scored the last minutes of the game. Men’s Water Polo...... Oct. 2, L 12-10, California Lutheran Mercyhurst had quite a few This game would prove a on a breakaway in minute 77, Mercyhurst had the lead at 1- Oct. 3, W 10-5, Claremont McKenna chances, but couldn’t fi nd the much tougher contest than the to wrap up a hard fought 0 from a goal by Wowkowych Oct. 4, L 10-5, Air Force net and the fi rst half looked Lock Haven game. game. The Lakers are now assisted by freshman Serena Women’s Hockey...... Oct. 3, (Exhi.) L 4-1, Team USA like it would end scoreless. The game started in furious 6-3-2 on the season. Slattery in the fi rst half of play. Oct. 4, (Exhi.) L 4-2, Team USA With just 4:55 left on the fashion with three goals added Senior Christine Rehnart said, Mansfi eld struck back midway Men’s Hockey...... Oct. 5, (Exhi.) W 10-1, Royal Military College clock, Lock Haven was called to the scoreboard in the fi rst “We played hard both games through the second half to tie Women’s Tennis...... Oct. 6, L 6-3, St. Bonaventure offside at midfi eld. 13 minutes of the half. and were able to win one and the game at 1-1. Sophomore Jamie The Golden Rams started make a comeback against the In the last fi ve minutes of Women’s Hockey No. 5 in USCHO.com Poll Schroter struck the ball 60 off the scoring with a strike undefeated Westchester even play, Wowkowych tallied her The Mercyhurst College women’s hockey team found themselves yards, managing to connect after two minutes. though we didn’t get the win. second goal of the game, ranked No. 5 in the country this week in the fi rst edition of the with the ever-clinical senior The lead would not last long We are working well as a team Tyler Stauffer photo which proved to be the game USCHO.com Poll. The Lakers regular season kicks off this week- Sarah Powell who directed though as Schroter connected and making improvements Senior Christine Rehnert battles for possession of the ball at a winner. C oleman registered end on the road against the Boston University Terriers. the header past the goalkeeper well on a corner kick, swinging each game.” women’s soccer game earlier this season at Tullio Field. her second win of the season with one save in net. Laker Defense Tops in the Country In order to prepare for the For the second time this season, the Mercyhurst College football rest of the season, Wowkowych team has the top ranked defense in the country. The defense has said, “We are focusing mainly allowed an average of 203.3 yards per game and an average of 11.5 Men’s soccer holds on through tough matches on playing as one cohesive unit points per game thus far this season. instead of as individuals.” the PSAC win. In the fi rst half on Wednesday and came were preparing for their cross- overtime, the Rams managed By Katie Waldin Fogle added that a second of play, the Lakers defense out of the game with a hard state trip to West Chester to sneak the ball past Mudd to Staff writer Scoot Williams photo goal of the team for the rest committed a foul in the 18 fought tie.” University. score the golden goal, ending The Mercyhurst College fi eld hockey team has put together of the season is to walk off yard box giving the Eagles a With two periods of grueling The Lakers traveled across the game. three straight wins to improve to 5-7 overall and 4-1 at home. the fi eld with no regrets. The previously ranked No. penalty kick against senior goal over time play, the Lakers and Pennsylvania to match up “We were a little unlucky in “We want to know that we 22 Mercyhurst College men’s keeper Danny Mudd, where the Eagles ended the tough against the Golden Rams of the game, we started to play a down 1-0 with eight minutes played with heart in every game soccer team jumped one spot they scored their only goal of match with a fi nal score of 1- West Chester on Saturday. little too defensive and ended By Sarah Powell to play before junior Kristen and that we put everything on this past week in the national the game. 1. For the third game in a up conceding a goal,” Lund Staff writer Fogle netted her fi rst goal of the line for the girl standing rankings to No. 21. With the 1-0 score, the “It was a tough game that row, the Lakers managed to said. the season to tie the game at next to us on the fi eld,” Fogle They are currently ranked Lakers looked to increase was very physical and could tie up the match and lead the “They really only had two The women’s fi eld hockey 1-1. said. “That’s what being a team No. 3 in the Atlantic Region the pressure on the Eagles have gone either way in the opposing team into overtime. shots and they ended up team proved they know what Just 31 seconds later, is all about. If we are able to Richard Stokes-Football after spending one week at defense to create goal scoring end but ended up being a tie,” With a goal scored in minute scoring both of them and it takes to win a game in the sophomore Sara Wowkowych do this, then we will be able to During the Lakers 49-14 win over Lock Haven on Saturday No.1. opportunities. sophomore Tommy Lund 49 of play by sophomore Billy we ended up having a lot of last minutes, this past week. set junior Emily Warren accomplish what we want on Richard Stokes, a senior runningback, became the all-time rush- This past week the Lakers Just 20 minutes after the stated. Colton, the Lakers held off chances but just couldn’t make A couple of 2-1 victories up for the game winning the playing fi eld.” ing touchdown leader as he scored his 31st rushing touchdown took on the Eagles of Lock Eagles scored, freshmen “Although it ended up being the Golden Rams for a good any go in”. improved Mercyhurst’s record goal, making the fi nal score The Lakers are back in of his career. Haven University in a tough Ryan Florian kicked in the a tie, both teams had good portion of the match. With a 1-2 loss, the Lakers to 4-7 overall and 2-3 in the 2-1. Senior Jennifer Coleman action this Saturday, Oct. 11, match on the Eagles home rebounded shot off of senior chances. No one could just Just 20 minutes after Colton were disappointed coming PSAC. registered the win in goal with at Millersville University and Sara Wowkowych-Field Hockey turf. With nine yellow cards Nick Thompson to score his put it into the net at the end scored, the Rams bounced home without a win, but they On Oct. 1, they took on four saves.The Lakers returned return home on Monday, This sophomore scored her fi rst two goals of the season as the given, seven of which were in fi rst ever collegiate goal and of the day.” back to score a goal and tie are looking forward to taking the Griffi ns of Seton Hill home on Saturday, Oct. 4, Oct.13, to take on Catawba Lakers took down PSAC opponent Mansfi eld Oct. 4. She also the second half of play, both tie up the game. Mudd stated, Now 1-1-2 in the PSAC up the match taking it into on California University of University. The Lakers were to take on the Mansfi eld College at 4 p.m. assisted on the game winning goal against Seton Hill on Oct. 1. teams were battling it out for “We showed a lot of character and 6-1-2 overall, the Lakers overtime. In the fi rst period of Pennsylvania this week. Page 18 SPORTS October 8, 2008 Men’s hockey victorious in exhibition opener As shown in the Lakers By Mark Gramza performance against the Royal Staff writer Military College of Canada, this year’s team is immensely The Mercyhurst Lakers talented and is looking to have Men’s Division I hockey team an excellent season. defeated the Royal Military The Lakers will start the College of Canada in a decisive regular season on the road 10-1 win this past Sunday at beginning on Oct. 10 with the Mercyhurst Ice Center. a weekend series against St. With attendance over Cloud State. fi ve hundred people at the The team will fi nally be Mercyhurst Ice Center, the back in town and playing at Lakers impressed fans by the Mercyhurst Ice Center playing in a mostly one-sided on November 14 - 15 against game that was fun to watch for Bentley with both games Mercyhurst College fans. starting at 7:05 p.m. The Lakers outshot Royal Scoot Williams photo Although it’s a little bit of a Military 58-17 and were Freshman Ryan Raven (11) controls the puck in the Lakers, 10-1 exhibition win over Royal wait to see these Lakers back in successful on the power- Military College (RMC) Sunday, Oct. 5, at the Mercyhurst Ice Center. action, after their entertaining play three out of nine performance this past Sunday opportunities. senior Ryan Toomey had a This was an excellent game as if they wanted to leave their night they should again attract Senior Brett Robinson and goal and three assists. Twelve to attend as the Lakers will be fans with a good experience a large crowd who will be sophomore Scott Pitt each had players from the Lakers had at playing out of town for the in a game Mercyhurst Lakers anxious to see them in action two goals and team captain least one point. next eight games, and it seemed fans can be proud of. again. Team USA overpowers Lakers Club hockey off to 9-1 start Showcase tournament and By Mark Gramza both games and Team USA’s same for the Lakers. However, defeated the Ontario Jr. A By Brad Moehringer Staff writer power play proved too much Mercyhurst was resilient Selects. Sports editor as they converted six power and thanks to goals from Their only loss of the year play goals on 14 chances. sophomore Geena Prough The men’s ACHA Division I came in a hard fought battle Arguably the toughest Team USA featured several and senior Hayley McMeekin hockey team has been on a hot with the Naval Academy. challenge the Mercyhurst players who were part of the game would be tied at 2 streak and doesn’t look to be Freshmen Josh Mandic and College women’s hockey team the Team USA squad who late in the second period. slowing up anytime soon. Cody Steele are tied with one will face all season will not be beat Canada in the World Team USA was unfazed and The Lakers are 9-1 so far other individual for the league in the regular season or the Championships this past scored in the last seconds of this season and just fi nished an lead in points with junior NCAA tournament, but rather April. the second period to take back impressive weekend by beating Kenny Hunt as seventh in the exhibition. Game one on Friday saw the the lead. two nationally ranked teams. league scoring. The No. 5/6 ranked Lakers fall behind 2-0 early in One fi nal goal in the They beat No. 27 ranked Mercyhurst College women’s Additionally, six members the second period. third sealed the 4-2 win. Duquesne University and hockey took on Team USA in a Freshman Kelly Steadman The goaltending was once of this team are in the top No. 22 ranked University of pair of exhibition games at the found the back of the net for again solid for the Lakers as twenty in league scoring. Pittsburgh. Schwan Super Rinks Complex the Lakers to draw the lead to freshman Hillary Pattenden This team is gathering on Oct. 3 and Oct. 4. 2-1, but that was as close as stopped 39 of 43 shots. These two wins, along with some positive attention as a Unfortunately for the the Lakers would come. Mercyhurst fi nishes with a the victory over No. 26 ranked result of recruiting by Coach Lakers, it was all Team USA all Two power play goals for 1-2 record in the preseason. Naval Academy are sure to Tom McKinnon as well as the time in Blaine, Minn., this Team USA in the third would The regular season kicks off assure Mercyhurst College great performances by former past weekend. seal the 4-1 victory. Senior this weekend for the Lakers in the national rankings when Division 1 Men’s team goalie, Team USA swept the Courtney Drennen was solid as they travel to Boston for a they come out on Friday. senior captain Adam Falkner, weekend series, taking game in net for Mercyhurst stopping weekend series on Friday and Along with their success who elected to go back one, 4-1 and game two, 4-2. 28 shots in the loss. Saturday against the Terriers against ACHA teams they to the ACHA team for this The Lakers were outshot in Game two was much of the of Boston University. also went 5-0 in their College season. Page 18 SPORTS October 8, 2008 October 8, 2008 SPORTS Page 19 Men’s hockey victorious in exhibition opener Lakers conquer red zone against Lock Haven As shown in the Lakers rest of the game. The Laker By Mark Gramza By Samantha Sellinger performance against the Royal offense was on its game as Staff writer Sports editor Military College of Canada, they ran the ball 52 times, only this year’s team is immensely passing 14 times. The Mercyhurst Lakers talented and is looking to have The Laker football team Mercyhurst entered the Men’s Division I hockey team an excellent season. endured typical Erie weather game with the best time of defeated the Royal Military The Lakers will start the last Saturday, Oct.4, to mas- possession in the country and College of Canada in a decisive regular season on the road sacre Lock Haven University kept the honor, holding the 10-1 win this past Sunday at beginning on Oct. 10 with in front of a home crowd, 49- ball for 32:46. 14. The team was 6-of-8 on the Mercyhurst Ice Center. a weekend series against St. Adding to his excellent third-down attempts and With attendance over Cloud State. season, senior running back scored touchdowns on all fi ve fi ve hundred people at the The team will fi nally be Mercyhurst Ice Center, the Richard Stokes became Mer- of its trips into the red zone. back in town and playing at cyhurst College’s all-time Lakers impressed fans by On the defense, seniors the Mercyhurst Ice Center leader in rushing touchdowns Jimmy Kokrak and Charlie playing in a mostly one-sided on November 14 - 15 against with numbers 30 and 31 of his Gleisner tied with a team-high game that was fun to watch for Bentley with both games career during the second half. of nine tackles. Mercyhurst College fans. starting at 7:05 p.m. By the end of the game, Mercyhurst is now on top of The Lakers outshot Royal Scoot Williams photo Although it’s a little bit of a Stokes had 23 carries over 128 the PSAC West with a record Military 58-17 and were Freshman Ryan Raven (11) controls the puck in the Lakers, 10-1 exhibition win over Royal wait to see these Lakers back in yards– the second consecutive of 3-0. successful on the power- Military College (RMC) Sunday, Oct. 5, at the Mercyhurst Ice Center. action, after their entertaining game he had picked up at least They also have the top play three out of nine performance this past Sunday that many rushing yards. For ranked overall defense in the opportunities. senior Ryan Toomey had a This was an excellent game as if they wanted to leave their night they should again attract this game, that is almost half country. T his weekend, the Senior Brett Robinson and goal and three assists. Twelve to attend as the Lakers will be fans with a good experience a large crowd who will be of the 300 yards that Mercy- Lakers are match up against sophomore Scott Pitt each had players from the Lakers had at playing out of town for the in a game Mercyhurst Lakers anxious to see them in action hurst rushed. long time, cross city rivals, two goals and team captain least one point. next eight games, and it seemed fans can be proud of. again. Quarterback junior Gar- Gannon University, and Mer- rett Kensy connected the ball cyhurst goes into the game, 4- to the hands of junior Josh 2 for the season. Club hockey off to 9-1 start Szeluga, who ran in two touch- Gannon is 3-3 on the season, Team USA overpowers Lakers downs during the fi rst quarter. and only 1-2 in the PSAC West Showcase tournament and Kensy, junior Ben Jennings play. By Mark Gramza both games and Team USA’s same for the Lakers. However, defeated the Ontario Jr. A and senior Dave Stallard all The anticipated game will Scoot Williams photo By Brad Moehringer Staff writer power play proved too much Mercyhurst was resilient Selects. added to the scoring with take place at Gannon at 7 p.m. Junior running back Richard Stokes pushes past the Bald Eagles’ defense at their game this Sports editor as they converted six power and thanks to goals from Their only loss of the year touchdowns throughout the on Saturday, Oct.11. past Saturday. Stokes scored two touchdowns during the game. play goals on 14 chances. sophomore Geena Prough The men’s ACHA Division I came in a hard fought battle Arguably the toughest Team USA featured several and senior Hayley McMeekin hockey team has been on a hot with the Naval Academy. challenge the Mercyhurst players who were part of the game would be tied at 2 streak and doesn’t look to be Freshmen Josh Mandic and College women’s hockey team the Team USA squad who late in the second period. slowing up anytime soon. Cody Steele are tied with one will face all season will not be beat Canada in the World Team USA was unfazed and The Lakers are 9-1 so far other individual for the league Matson leads ’Hurst to three more victories in the regular season or the Championships this past scored in the last seconds of this season and just fi nished an lead in points with junior NCAA tournament, but rather April. the second period to take back digs, which are both second prepared for matches and her the Lakers are truly playing the Wildcats. impressive weekend by beating Kenny Hunt as seventh in the By Gary Coad exhibition. Game one on Friday saw the the lead. respectively on the whole focus levels are through the like a team. The Lakers will be back two nationally ranked teams. league scoring. Staff writer The No. 5/6 ranked Lakers fall behind 2-0 early in One fi nal goal in the They beat No. 27 ranked team. roof. The Lakers improved to 13- on their home court on Oct. Mercyhurst College women’s Additionally, six members the second period. third sealed the 4-2 win. Duquesne University and Matson admitted she felt This has led to things 8 on the season with three big 14 here at the MAC, where hockey took on Team USA in a Freshman Kelly Steadman The goaltending was once of this team are in the top Jenna Matson, a senior like this was her year to step clicking into place and all of victories this past weekend. they will take on Houghton No. 22 ranked University of pair of exhibition games at the found the back of the net for again solid for the Lakers as twenty in league scoring. captain, has been red hot up and be a leader. her talent showing through, They also improved to 4-2 College. Pittsburgh. Schwan Super Rinks Complex the Lakers to draw the lead to freshman Hillary Pattenden This team is gathering these past few weeks for the What better way to lead as she is letting the game in the conference. on Oct. 3 and Oct. 4. 2-1, but that was as close as stopped 39 of 43 shots. These two wins, along with some positive attention as a Lakers’ volleyball team. than by example and that is come to her. It is no surprise Matson Page 20 Unfortunately for the the Lakers would come. Mercyhurst fi nishes with a the victory over No. 26 ranked result of recruiting by Coach Maybe it’s the fall air she exactly what she is doing. Matson went on to add that had a big weekend, totaling Senior, Bobby Phillips bat- Lakers, it was all Team USA all Naval Academy are sure to Tom McKinnon as well as loves, as it is her favorite Two power play goals for 1-2 record in the preseason. When asked what it was her team has been a big part up 33 kills, but she had plenty tles for position in the Lak- the time in Blaine, Minn., this Team USA in the third would The regular season kicks off assure Mercyhurst College great performances by former season, or maybe she is simply that set her on this hot streak of her streak as well, as the of help from senior Lauren in the national rankings when er’s 10-1 victory over Royal past weekend. seal the 4-1 victory. Senior this weekend for the Lakers Division 1 Men’s team goalie, in “the zone,” but everything she said it all sparked from a skills they have been working Kubinski and sophomores Military College, on Sunday they come out on Friday. Team USA swept the Courtney Drennen was solid as they travel to Boston for a senior captain Adam Falkner, seems to be going well right bad loss to the University of on since preseason have been Erin English and Katie Fritz Oct. 5, in the Mercyhurst weekend series, taking game in net for Mercyhurst stopping weekend series on Friday and Along with their success who elected to go back now. California of Pennsylvania. coming together and everyone on the offensive end. Ice Center. one, 4-1 and game two, 4-2. 28 shots in the loss. Saturday against the Terriers against ACHA teams they to the ACHA team for this In this season to date, Since that game, she said is doing their part. The team will travel to The Lakers were outshot in Game two was much of the of Boston University. also went 5-0 in their College season. she has 198 kills and 185 she has been much more It truly is a team game and Daemen College to take on Laker Sports Puck drops on another season

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