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SEPTEMBER 15,1998 FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY - T/H TWENTY-FIVE CENTS
New provost Hurl but takes over
shares vision as athletic director
BY JOE KRAUS conference's championship for T/H campus SPORTS EDITOR match. On July 9, Fairleigh Dickin During the press conference, son named J. Stevens Hurlbut as Hurlbut spoke of his new posi BY ALLISON PRIES the Director of Athletics and the tion: "I am very excited about the CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Rothman Center. He succeeds opportunity which FDU has What makes the Teaneck Associate Director of Athletics afforded me. I believe the entire campus different from the Madi Ann Gulino, who served as act University is poised to take a son campus? ing director since July, 1997. major step forward and I feel for Dr. Paula Hooper Mayhew, The announcement was made tunate to be coming on board at Provost of the Teaneck campus by FDU's Executive Vice Presi this time." as of Aug. 1, has some strong dent Carl Viola, who said at a One of the steps that Hurlbut ideas. press conference, "Steve has an hopes to take immediately is to J. Stevens Hurlbut "I think that the Madison outstanding athletics administra fill the void left by recently campus has done a really good tion background from working at resigned FDU coaches, including ment of the sports facilities, par job at finding what its vision of the NEC office and in athletic the Men's and Women's Head ticularly outdoors. That effort itself is and tapped into the sense Dr. Paula Hooper Mayhew departments at prestigious insti Tennis Coach, the Head Fencing already has begun, with the that a small liberal arts college improvement of the soccer field economical profile goes; the fac tutions such as Georgetown and Coach, the Men's Basketball with beautiful grass and trees is by adding more turf to the out ulty is similar. So, it is the per Pennsylvania and will be a wel Associate Head Coach, and the what everybody wants for their side of the soccer field (where the ception that is the difference. I comed addition to the FDU com Assistant Soccer Coach, as well daughter or son. I think they've think that vision has to take per munity." as the Head Athletic Trainer and running track was located). This done a real good job at that. So, ception into the mix," she contin In becoming the school's the Cheerleader/Dance Team is needed to accommodate the I'm very focused on what we ued. fifth director of athletics, Hurlbut Coach. "One of our first major arrival of the new FDU Women's should be doing here to make it "With parking lots like these tasks we hope to complete is to soccer team, which will be put easy to understand who we are on brings to FDU a solid back we are never going to be a small get our staff back up to full together for the Fall of 1999. this campus," said Mayhew dur ground with experience in all intimate Liberal Arts college," Discussing new teams being ing an interview. aspects of college athletics, and strength and to meet the needs of said Mayhew. will be inheriting a program the coaches and students," said added to FDU Division 1 athlet "There is very little differ Before coming to FDU, May Hurlbut. ics, Hurlbut said: "Woman's soc ence in terms of reality (between which produced two Northeast hew was Vice-President for Aca- champions last year (men's bas Once all those positions are cer will be added for the Fall of the two campuses); the students 1999, either as a club team for a are the same as far as their socio- ketball and tennis), while a third filled, Hurlbut and his staff will (See Dr. page 3) team (men's soccer) reached the focus on continuing the deveiop- (See New page 15)
FDU leases 330 state-of-the-art computers
BY CHRIS ARBUCKLE Paul also noted the unrelenting speed of CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF the system and how easy Internet access FDU recently leased 330 new Dell has become on campus. computers, costing approximately Meanwhile, Karen Lashenske, a $200,000 a year for three years, on the sophomore marine biology major here on Teaneck and Madison campuses. the Teaneck campus, stated, "So far it is According to Lane Goldstein, the oper faster than the last system and has not ating supervisor of Computing Services, crashed yet." Lashenske also discussed the 79 computers went to Dickinson Hall, 74 hours of the labs. "I would like to see them to University Hall, six to the library, 18 to extend hours during midterms and when Becton, 20 to Edward Williams College, papers are due," she said. and 16 to the Learning Center. The other The lab hours have been set for the fall 117 new computers went to the Madison semester. Both Dickinson and University campus for distribution. Hall labs will be open from 8 am. to 11 "We looked into replacing all the old Students take advantage of free time during the first week of classes to experi p.m. Monday through Thursday. Both labs will be open on Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 machines with the most recent systems," ment on some of the 74 new computers allocated to University Hall. remarked Neal Sturm, FDU's director of p.m. On Saturday, the Dickinson Hall lab Information Systems and Technology, dur In the past, the labs were upgraded one Year-2000 compatible." The 486 or better will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and the ing an interview. The computers are 350 at a time. "Rather than one lab being systems will replace any office equipment University Hall lab opens at 10 a.m. and megahertz with Pentium II processors, 64 updated at a time, we want to put them on on campus that are out-dated. "We are closes at 4 p.m. On Sunday, the Dickinson megabytes of RAM and a 100-megahertz a schedule so there is an absolute turnover upgrading the level of technology not just Hall lab is closed, but University Hall is bus. According to Sturm, what makes this every two to three years," said Sturm. He in the labs but all over the university," open from noon to 5 p.m. system special is the use of the 100-mega explained that, previously, all labs had dif Sturm added. "In the past, we have attempted to have hertz bus. "It makes it faster to access ferent configurations. According to "I expect that there will be problems — longer hours; however, not enough stu software applications," he said. Replacing Sturm, now "one master system has been in fact, there have been some already — but dents showed up," Sturm said. the previous operating system, Windows created, then all the other systems have they can be repaired quickly and efficient Meanwhile, FDU also has purchased 3.x, the labs upgraded to Windows 98. been cloned from the master," making it ly," stated Sturm. Sturm is confident that 25 new projection systems, costing $7,000 easier to maintain all systems simultane "We have been trying for the last sev the equipment that was leased is reliable a piece. Thirteen of these systems have ously. eral years to escalate the replacement of enough to sustain everyday student use. been designated for use on the Teaneck computers in the labs on both campuses," One concern Sturm expressed was the Reacting to the new equipment, Sub- campus. said Sturm. He stated that the computer lab effect of the upcoming millennium on the hojit Paul, a lab assistant in University upgrades were losing ground because of older computer systems. He said, "286 or Hall said, 'The new system is awesome. the fast-paced changes in technology. 386 systems are certainly not going to be We could not have asked for better stuff." wmmmmx PAGE 2 SEPTEMBER 15,1998
At a Glance
9/15 Allmerica Financial 9/23 Academic Convoca Customer Service Day, Allmeri tion; Dreyfuss Theater, Dreyfuss Board of Trustees appoints two new members ca claim representative Room building, Florham-Madison 3333, Dickinson Hall, 10 a.m.-4 Campus, 2p.m., free; Reception Martin F. Stadler and Stephen S. Weinstein, Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, the last p.m. free. to follow, Lcnfcll Hall Mansion, Esq., have been appointed to the Board of Trustees seven having served as vice chairman. 9/15,9/24Workshop: "Inter free. of the University. Mr. Stadler, chairman of Stadler L.L.C., is viewing Skills" Career Services 9/23 Workshop "Balancing Morristown attorney Stephen S. "Skippy" Wein retired senior vice president, finance and informa Office, Student Union Building, Family and Career";Career Ser stein specializes in the practice of law in the areas tion technology, Hoffmann-La Roche, Inc. He has 9/15, 2 p.m.; 9/24, 3 p.m., for vice Office, Student Union of criminal and civil trials in New Jersey and New served as a trustee of the HLR Foundation, as a information call x2193. Building, 5p.m., for information York. In 1988, Washington College of Law's member of the executive committee and the board 9/15 Lecture, Malachy callx2193. "American Jurist" Distinguished Alumnus award of directors. A director of Alfacell Corporation, McCourt, author of A Monk 9/23 Concert, "Autumn was presented to him. In 1996 A new moot court Stadler is a member of the American Management Swimming, audience questions Nocturne," John Tank and room was dedicated in his name. He was named Association and the Pharmaceutical Research & and book signing, sponsored by Company, modern jazz and jazz 1996 Trustee of the Year by the Association of Gov Manufacturers Association. The Literary Society; Wilson standards; Auditorium, Edward erning Boards, Washington, D.C. He has been, over The new trustees are both graduates of Fairleigh Auditorium, Dickinson Hall, Williams Hall, 7:30p.m., free. the past 22 years, a trustee of the University of Dickinson University. 8p.m., $7.50, free students with 9/24 Bioseminar, "Magnetic valid FDU ID, tickets at door Influences on Biological Sys Convocation to be held on Leam wine A tO Z starting at 7:30pm., for informa tems,"!.R. Isquith, director, nat tion call x7026. the Madison Campus ural sciences; Room 4468, Dick Are you Chardon- the Hilton Short Hills 9/16, 9/18, 9/22 Work- inson Hall, 5:25-6:25p.m., free Academic Convoca and also welcomes back nay challenged? Mysti and Fairleigh Dickin shop,"Resume Writing" Career 9/26 University Day Tea tion will take place returning students and fied by Merlot? The son's Teaneck-Hacken Services Office, Student Union neck-Hackensack campus; Wednesday, September greets new students. Hilton Short Hills and sack Campus. Co- Building, 9/14, 11:30a.m.; 9/16, 10a.m.-4p.m., all events are free, 23 at 2 p.m. in Dreyfuss The University Dis Fairleigh Dickinson sponsored by the hotel 4:30p.m.; 9/18 3:30p.m.; 9/22 11 for information call x7011. Auditorium on the tinguished Faculty University are sponsor and FDU's School of a.m., for information call x2193. 9/28 Lecture Umbcrto ECO, Madison Campus. Awards are given for ing a series of wine Hotel, Restaurant and 9/17 Bioseminar, "Drug Italian novelist, in a conversation The ceremony offi accomplishments in seminars to budding Tourism Management, Discovery and Natural Prod with translator William Weaver, cially opens the acade teaching, research and wine connoisseurs the seminars will intro ucts Chemistry"Erica Kipp, audience questions and book mic year, honors this scholarship, and Uni interested in "Exploring duce students to "The New York Botanical Gardens; signing, sponsored by The Liter year's recipients of the versity service to faculty Wines...A to Z." The ABC's of Spirits," as well Room 4468, Dickinson Hall, ary Society; Wilson Auditorium, University Distin members who were seminars, which begin as more in depth topics 5:25-6:25p.m., free. Dickinson Hall, 8p.m., $7.50, guished Faculty Awards, nominated by their col October 5, 1998, will such as wines of Italy, 9/19 Admissions Open free students with valid FDU ID, recognizes new faculty leagues. run concurrently at both California and France. House; Dickinson Hall, noon- tickets at door starting at 2p.m., free, for information call 7:30p.m., for information call Non-Disclosure Forms to be completed immediately x2251. x7026. 9/21 Workshop, "Using the -editors'note- all information The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act In order to restrict such release, students are to Internet for Your Job Search": adapted from FDU What's permits the University to release students' directory complete a Directory Information Non-Disclosure Career Services Office, Student Happening. information, as described in the Student Handbook. Form at the Dean of Students Office immediately. Union Building, 2p.m., for infor However, students have the right to notify the Uni The Dean of Students Office is located at 830-4 mation call x2193. versity that they do not want this information River Road directly across from the Student Union released. Building.
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SGA president's corner:
Participate in your school activities
BY STEPHANIE PAGAN plained that University Day the final event, the Tug-O-War. ed their concern with the parking SGA PRESIDENT should be alternated between Any faculty or staff interested in policy in the Linden Lot and Well, it is back to school, and campuses. Well, this year we get competing should get in touch security concerns in the North here we are back at FDU. 1 our chance. University Day will with Michele Vaccaro at x 2379. Lot. This is presently being would like to welcome all our be held on this campus on Sept. Interested students should get in addressed with Public Safety. new students. I hope you will 26. The major activities are touch with SGA at x 2422. Although we may not be able to find the University as rich in planned for 11 am to 4 pm. These The fun does not end there. change this policy, we may be opportunities as I have. And for activities include something for The following weekend, Oct. 3, able to address the safety con those of you returning to FDU, I everyone, from a Petting Zoo and Admissions has planned the Mad cerns related to this policy. hope this year proves to be full of the Jeep/Plymouth Collegiate Tea Party. Keep an eye out for Another issue which has been bigger and better things. This Health Fitness Tour to kite flying details on this concert. Also addressed by some students is the semester is starting off on a great and learning a bit about foreign scheduled that day is the Nubian difference in academic standards foot.The New Student Orienta cuisine. Ladies Fashion Show which will and requirements between both Stephanie Pagan tion program was a huge success. This year, some creative per be held that evening in the Roth campuses. The purpose of SGA SGA President Welcome Week is going well; son thought up the idea to answer man Center. And this is just the is to provide you, as students, a there seems to be a good turnout the argument over who gets Uni beginning of the semester. means by which to get to an end. by the office, or give us a call at to the different events. versity Day next year— let's com A lot of this is made possible We hold meetings every x2422. Our office is located in Unlike previous years, the pete for it. There will be an inter- by students expressing their Wednesday at 2:30 PM in the the lower level of the SUB next Fall semester has many great campus competition for the interest. And SGA helps those Kron Lounge (the "glass" room to the offices for the Equinox, the events planned to kick off the Provost's Cup. The winner will interests be heard — whether it is on the main level of the Student Residence Hall Association, and new academic year. The amount get to showcase the cup for the by saying there is nothing going Union Building). Whenever you the student-run radio station, 92 of activities scheduled is sure to year and be the host of next on during the weekends, or we have a concern or something you Q FM. No issue is too small, and keep our students busy with year's University Day. The com have a great idea but no money. want brought to this campus, get it is your choice — do you want to things to do. The first of these is petition will include staff, faculty SGA doesn't end there either. We in touch with us ~ we can help. stand by and complain or enjoy the long-awaited University Day and students (Greek and non- also help students address any There are many positions your college years by helping to followed by the Mad Tea Party Greek categories). The events issues with campus policies and open which we are recruiting for. produce change? You choose. and the Fashion Show. include basketball, volleyball, procedures. During the first If you are interested, you should For three years, we have com baseball, an obstacle course, and meeting, some students address come to one of our meetings, stop
Dr. Mayhew's vision for New College
(Continued from page 1) thing that helps define us is Division I As for short-term goals, Mayhew is you want. When visitors come to the cam sports," said Mayhew. "When you think of optimistic about The New College. "It has pus, they can find out where they are and, demic Affairs, Dean of the Faculty and a university, you think of a lot of big build to be built, it has to be implemented and on this campus, that is a real issue. I mean Professor of English Literature at Mary- ings and a wide variety of offerings which monitored, and we've got to get it really you get stopped continually and mount Manhattan College in New York we have, and you think of people with fair asked,"(for directions) said Mayhew. since 1992. She represented all academic flourishing in a couple of years. We put a ly definite senses of where they're going and student support areas on the Presi- lot of resources into it, and we've got a lot "In the long term, I think that we have and where they would like to be. But, you dent 's Executive Council, and chaired the of good ideas, so this is our moment just to enormous potential for academic excel also think of sports," she continued. As for KsivxCicrmc VoWcy OimvrnUec and coordi go forward," said Mayhew. lence. The academic market for faculty the future," Mayhew said, "I'd like to nated academic planning, providing lead Also, Mayhew would like to distin members is wonderful. Brilliant young expand Division I teams here. I'd also like ership for curricular and co-curricular guish the campus within the Teaneck com people are coming out all the time and the campus to reflect better a sense of the development. munity. "In the short term, I'd love to see would love to work in the New York met fact that we have teams," she said. Mayhew obtained her undergraduate a welcoming gate, or a huge sign, some ropolitan area. It's a very good time for degree from Barnard College, Columbia However, the two factors contradict thing fairly classy; our signs are kind of this University to distinguish itself so that University in English Literature and one another, according to Mayhew. "I tattered," said Mayhew. "The American it can have better students, and better pro earned an M.A. in English and Compara think that is a very important part of the Stage Company's signs are better than our grams," said Mayhew. tive Literature from Columbia University, image. It's (Division I sports) in direct signs." The provost addressed rumors over the graduating with highest honors. Also, she conflict with our mission to non-tradition "So, in the short run, I'd like to see an past few years that Teaneck will become holds a second M.A. and Ph.D. in English al students, meaning (their) age. There is a improved campus environment. We have an entirely international campus in the Literature from Princeton University. whole population of people who need re good safety, excellent safety — and we future. She noted that American education training, and refocusing, as adults towards don't make enough of that. I'd like to see is highly valued in the world. "I think per According to Mayhew, one aspect of careers that are just arriving or even brand the Teaneck campus that contributes to its improved athletics facilities. We are talk sonally, that it is a terrible waste to have all new on the scene. Then you have a whole ing about the idea of looking into a fitness this enormous fecundity of people from identity is its orientation toward profes group of people who go to a University to center," said Mayhew. "I definitely want around the world and not be doing any sional studies. "Instead of the young boy go to a basketball game or be in a basket there to be a faculty house, a place where thing but making them into Americans," or girl sitting in the dorm room dreaming ball game. And that's what I'm wrestling faculty members could go to sit and drink said Mayhew. "On the other hand, I must about liberal arts studies, we're a campus with now — how you can do both of those coffee and have a sort of intellectual mind- say that that is what they want. We need to where our students are more focused on things and not denigrate one or the other. play; there isn't a place like that." know an awful lot about their culture, but jobs and professions. We are more dedicat It's a very different pull, and it's an inter they're not really here to tell us. It might ed to leading them that way. To that end, I esting one to grapple with," said Mayhew. The new provost also said there's a would like to see a lot more co-ops, a lot "So when you ask about the vision, I'm need for more information on campus. "I'd be a nice by-product ... I find that very more internships. I would like to see cap quite sure what the components are. I think like to see kiosks that show maps and the difficult to figure out. It's not confronta stone courses for majors that help students that we should be academically excellent. buildings, the events of the week and tional; it's a very easy issue to just accept," make the transition between the academic I think that we should have a real strong funny sayings. Most of the universities of she said. "I can see it as a place with a world and the working world as part of the set of programs for adults. I think we our kind have those scattered around the large number of international students, but curriculum," said Mayhew. should have traditional attitudes towards campus so that you don't have to be on a whether our faculty becomes focused on that and our programs become focused on She believes another major factor of sports, residence halls and the campus mailing list or something to know what is campus identity comes from the Division I life," said Mayhew. going on. You can just go up to them — that, I don't see that immediately happen sports program. "I think that the other they are pressure sensitive — and get what ing," said Mayhew.
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Peaceful youth march becomes riot
BY STAN "THE MAN" B. CHAMBERS, JR. bearing a No Limit Records banner. After STAFF WRITER giving thanks to Master P for his financial "The Struggle Continues." In the support, Min. Muhammad got down to his aftermath of the Million Man and Million message. It seemed that his message was Women Marches, the Million Youth March an attack on the police (referring to them brought unique ethnic backgrounds as, "...no good bastards."), and Mayor together to bask in the celebration of Guillani. He advised the crowd of their African-American Unity in Harlem, NY constitutional right to defend themselves on Sept. 5. against attack, and use that right against Paying homage to youth was the agen the police, constantly referring to them da for the day as thousands of people rep as,"...no good bastards." He also resenting all shades of the African Diaspo expressed his views on Jews, referring to ra squeezed onto seven small blocks of them as "... the bloodsuckers of the black Malcolm X Boulevard between 118 and community." 125 streets in "the root of civilization" People gather in Harlem for the Million Youth March. After Min. Muhammad's speech, known as Harlem, USA. from Africans, and giving it to the descen exempt from attack by the speakers. which was around 4 p.m., NYC Police Chants of black power and constant dants of the slave trade. This issue has Many speakers expressed their beliefs moved in, in riot gear, and shut down the raising of the fists were present throughout been brought up to the United Nations, and and views, but one person who stuck out stage. A peaceful march turned into a riot the day as many issues relating to African- is now being debated. "If we don't begin was the Rev. AI Sharpton, who seemed as march-goers were committed to throw Americans and Hispanics were brought to do something in our communities, we not to be a scheduled speaker, but anything they could put their hands on. before the supportive crowd. are doomed," and other messages were addressed the receptive crowd. He spoke Objects from glass bottles to chairs to Issues in relation to minorities, as well laid upon the crowd like a blanket of of how more jails than schools are being metal barriers were hurled at the NYC as all peoples, were brought up by the con knowledge. built across the country. Blasting hate, Police, but no retaliation from the officers tinuous flow of speakers throughout the With powerful messages booming out police brutality, and the education system, took place; there were unconfirmed day. Issues and concerns about police bru of powerful speakers, criticism was also he referred to Harlem as "not a village of reports that one officer broke his arm due tality were constantly repeated. Other brought forth to the crowd. There was hate, but a village of hope." He declared, to a glass bottle. issues that were addressed included: Why continuous blasting of New York City "We march because we love ourselves." At 4:24 p.m., the police seemed to are African-American and Hispanic youth Mayor Rudolph Guillani throughout the The hip-hop aspect was truly felt with have the situation under full control with not graduating from high school and col day, with the speakers expressing their Master P's No Limit Records financially police in riot gear, on building rooftops lege, and being abused by the education views about the Mayor, and the crowd backing the march. Rap artists Dead Pres lining the march, on horseback and on system on all levels? The images we see showing their agreement with chants of idents, Coco Brovas, and Spinarella were motorcycles lined up in front of the stage, in the music industry, how they are chang support. Also subject to ridicule were the in attendance as supporters of the march on the stage, and behind the stage. ing, and how African-American men are NYC Police Department for reports of as well as Puff Daddy, Kirk Franklin, Wu- At 4:36 p.m., police had full control of "disrespecting our queens," by referring police brutality on African-Americans and Tang, Onyx, Jay-Z, and Olympic gold the situation at hand, as police on foot to them as bitches. Concentrating on the Hispanics. "Hardcore" rap artists were medallist sprinter Michael Johnson. started to move up on Malcolm X Boule knowledge of self to better yourself, and also on the blasting list for not being hard The energy of the march totally vard steps at a time, sweeping the street of awareness about AIDS and other diseases enough to stand at the march, and Jerry changed when the National Director of the marchers, as the sky filled with sounds of plaguing minorities. The continuing issue Springer (referred to as a racist) as well as Million Youth March, Min. Khallid Abdul police and news helicopters. of giving back what has been taken away New Jersey Governor Whitman were not Muhammad stepped up to the podium,
Teaneck delays new university chapel
BY ALLISON PRIES AND view. "Teaneck rejected that that happens on Nov. 5, we will people, versus 32 people in the just excited. Like any person, I CHRISTOPHER ARBUCKLE notion, and decided that it was immediately go to the building current chapel," said Father Jack. would have wanted it yesterday. CO-EDITORS-IN-CHIEF going to be a place of public department with the plans, " said The first floor will also have a The chapel will open up all kinds The new university chapel assembly," he said. Father Jack. "They then have 20 handicap-accessible bathroom of possibilities," he said. that was expected to open this The University must wait until days to comment on those plans. and a kitchen, according to The Campus Ministry also semester in the former Philoso Nov. 5 to apply for a zoning The best-case scenario is that Father Jack. The second floor consists of Rabbi Michael I. phy House has been delayed, change. At that time, he said, "We everything goes well. The earliest will have two offices, a confer Gisser, MA, Jewish Chaplain; the according to the Rev. John B. are going to ask the town to waive we would get the permit would ence room and storage space, and Rev. Sung Chel Kim, PhD Candi Baron, known on the campus as the usual month waiting period be late November," he said. another bathroom. It will mean date, Protestant Chaplain; the Father Jack, who is director of and decide right then. We will take After another four to six that "two chaplain can be work Rev. Eric Moore, MDiv, Protes Campus Ministries and the responsibility as a University to weeks to make the changes to the ing at the same time," he said. tant Chaplain; and the Rev. Ken Catholic chaplain. proceed at our own risk." structure that are planned, the "It's one of those things that neth Vanderwall, MDiv. Plans are "The University initially The University also will ask new chapel could be opened. is really out of our hands," said under way to add a part-time applied to the town of Teaneck Teaneck to waive the usual 45- "The main floor is going to be Father Jack of the delay. "It's just Greek Orthodox priest along with for a permit that classified the day waiting period to apply for a gutted. We'll break through a a bureaucratic process that you an Islamic student organization. Philosophy House as a building building permit after the zoning wall to the garage so we are have to go through. I have waited for what is called business use," waiver has been granted, accord going to have a meeting, worship, eight and a half years so I think said Father Jack in a recent inter ing to Father Jack. "Assuming meal space that will easily fit 50 that another semester is OK. I'm
Saturday, September 26 Teaneck-Hackensack Campus 1998 Celebrating Our Global Community 10 a.m.; Rutherford Room Grand Opening; Student Union Building. 11 a.m.—3 p.m.; Casting Instruction, sponsored by New College of General 11 a.m.—3 p.m.; FDU Showcase, colleges, departments, organizations/ and Continuing Studies; By the River (Teaneck). student offerings; food demonstrations by School of Hotel, Restaurant and 11 a.m.-~«oon;0intercampus Competition — Volleyball; Sand Volleyball Tourism Management; Division I men's basketball champions'autographed Pit adjacent to North Parking Lot. team pictures. Championship Game — FDU vs. Long island University noon-4 p.m.; O intercampus Competition — Baseball; NCAA Division I footage; children's photos with the FDU Knight mascot; children's activities; Knights vs. NCAA Division 111 Devils; Baseball Field. fingerprinting of children, DARE Program, Community Awareness, offered by the Teaneck Police Department; careers for all ages, sponsored by career 1-2 p.m.; 0 intercampus Competition — 3~on-3 Basketball; Rothman services; George and Phyllis Rothman Center. Center. 11 a.m.~3 p.m.; OUnivsrsity Day Cup intercampus Competition; Knights vs. 1—2 p.m.; Go Fly a Kite — Free Kites; Commencement Green. Devils, students, faculty/staff (registration required through colleges, divi 1—2:30 p.m.; international Students' Fashion Show; Wilson Auditorium. sions, student life). See O for individual events, times and locations. Dickinson Hall. 11 a.m.—3 p.m.; New Jersey Nets/CMC HoopsZone Tour, interactive basket 2-3 p.m.; O intercampus Competition — Obstacle Course Races; Com ball experience; Rothman Center Parking Lot. mencement Green. 3—4 p.m.; <> Final intercampus Competition — Tug of War, Commence 11 a.m.—3 p.m.; Alumni Focus; Lobby, Dickinson Hall. ment Green. 11 a.m.—3 p.m.; Holistic Health information, sponsored by Henry R Becton 3—4 p.m.; O Presentation of University Day Cup; winners of the intercam School of Nursing and Allied Health; Room 1191, Dickinson Hall, y pus Competition for University Day 1998; Commencement Green, follow 11 a.m.—3 p.m.; Stress Reduction Therapy, sponsored by Wellness Center/ ing tug of war. counseling services; Room 1170, Dickinson Hall. 11 a.m.—3 p.m.; Admissions and Study-abroad Tent; Dickinson Hall Lawn by Aft events are tree. the River. For information about University Day call x7011. 11 a.m.—3 p.m.; international Food Court; international food selection and Parking wilt be limited art campus. Off-campus (University Plaza) parking seating area; Dickinson Hall Parking Lot, Student Meal Cards will be honored. nearby wilt be available with free shuttle/bus service to the campus. Free bus service between Florham-Madison and Teaneck-Hackensack 11 am -3 p.m.; Jeep^/Piymoutrt Collegiate Health & Fitness Tour, heaith ; and fitness related games, activities, sweepstakes, prizes; Parking Lot near Campuses. "••
OPINION
Fro the editor's desk
by Chris Arbuckle
The first words that come to mind currently a graduate student here. The job everyone. Also let's welcome in the fresh my potential as a student. when starting a new year of school are: It of co-editor-in-chief was bestowed upon men who, I am sure, are eager to embark on I went to class only waiting to leave. is hard to begin. If anyone reading this me by mainly two people I would like to their educational journey at our University. Teachers never fully grasped my attention happens to find that phrase familiar, you thank. One is Rick Maffei the previous I am pleased and enthusiastic to be one long enough to get me through fifty min may be as frantic as I am anticipating what editor of the EQUINOX, whose expertise of the new leaders that help in giving you utes let alone those two and a half hour the new year holds. and willingness to teach the hardest parts the EQUINOX. We have a lot of new night courses. Happiness and academics Your first reaction may be one of fear. of running a newspaper was and is appre ideas brewing to increase involvement of never coexisted for me. I attended FDU See if this sounds familiar. You stay up ciated. What I always enjoyed about the entire FDU community. The newspa for one semester following that same countless nights thinking about that one Rick's character was his patience. God per is a part of everyday life for many indi- meaningless pattern. class that sounds hard enough in its name only knows patience is sometimes the viduals in our world. It gives us the infor- For me to obtain a bachelors degree in alone to scare the pants off you. Classes " Allow me to welcome all returning students, faculty and Communications 1 was required to take a like chemistry or statistics come to my class titled Newswriting. I never had mind. staff back to FDU. I know many of the staff and faculty much faith in my abilities as a writer so 1 Interestingly enough, once you get to never left but it's nice, in my mind, to include everyone." was frightened, naturally. It is not Ihc the class with your new notebook and class that is significant; it was the teacher shiny Bic pen, something happens. You hardest part of life. Second, as a mentor, mation we need to form opinions and gath who taught it and the friendships that were begin to notice that all that time you spent Jane "Tinker" Foderaro had a tremendous er facts. What the New York Times does created that semester. worrying was for nothing. Once that real impact on my interest with the student for the world is what we would like the I allowed myself to get involved in a ization occurs, you feel compelled to begin newspaper. Her ability to teach students EQUINOX to do for the FDU community. school activity outside of class. I have to another day. For some this realization may that applied knowledge is the best knowl To do that we need more students motivat admit, I was skeptical when first beginning occur overnight; for others it may take edge has made me eager to empower ed enough to help. work for the EQUINOX. However, once longer. Any way you slice it, it is only a myself. Tinker's consistent efforts to sac The experience of creating a document the anxiety subsided, I allowed myself the class; and you decide what the outcome rifice for the good of the paper has always that is tangible is very rewarding. The best satisfaction of positive personal achieve will be. inspired me. In short, thank you both. I way for me to relay this is to turn back the ment in a scholastic, yet social, environ Now, introductions are always an hope I do you proud. clock to one year ago when I was a senior ment. So the moral of the story in short is excellent place to begin. My name is Allow me to welcome all returning at FDU. I spent most of my college career simply don't sell yourself short just Christopher Arbuckle. I am a Spring '98 students, faculty and staff back to FDU. I worrying about that one class like many of because you may feel it is hard to begin. graduate of FDU earning a Bachelors in know many of the staff and faculty never you may be doing right now. I had been in Remember we are Just trying to make a Communications/Public Relations and left but it's nice, in my mind, to include and out of two schools never living up to difference.
by Allison Pries Welcome to the Fall 1998 rials is the prior Thursday. We simply lifestyles. EQUINOX semester! I hope everyone has a welcome any new members FDU enables us to enjoy a happy, healthy and successful throughout the year; no experi unique community with a wealth year. ence necessary. Just come see us of diversity. We must take advan S.U.B. Box 774 I am Allison Pries, the other in the office on the lower level of tage of this period in our lives Co-Editor-in-Chief of the the Student Union Building (we and use it to not only gain intel Fairleigh Dickinson University Equinox for this year. I am a are here off and on during the lectual growth in the classroom commuting senior Communica week and every other Sunday). but also to gain knowledge about 1000 River Road tions major with a concentration You can also call us at ext. 2046 other lifestyles. Teaneck, NJ 07666 in journalism. I served as the or drop a note in the slot in our You can read a book or see a News Editor for the Equinox last film about another culture, but Phone (201) 692-2046 year and have had the pleasure of you cannot gain as much knowl getting to know many interesting "My hope for this edge as you could by interacting faculty, staff and students as a with someone who is part of that year would be to Co-Editors-in-Chief result. I look forward to much of culture. Therefore, next time you the same this year. capture the see someone on campus, or hear Chris Arbuckle I would like to extend much someone talking who lives a experiences of the Allison Pries thanks to Rick Maffei and Tinker lifestyle that's different than Foderaro for their help and FDU community as a yours, walk up to him or her and Photography encouragement in my pursuit of whole." introduce yourself. It might Advertising / Nick Agostino the news. prove to be one of the most As many of you may know rewarding experiences of your Office Manager Chris Arbuckle Rick was Editor-in-Chief last door. Just tell us how we can get life. Jasmine Williams year and he acted as a guide for in touch with you. As college students, we are at Faculty Advisor me in developing my skills at the My hope for this year would one of the most enviable stages in Equinox. He was also responsi be to capture the experiences of life; we have just enough knowl Sports Editor Jane "Tinker" Foderaro ble for making the Equinox the FDU community as a whole. edge and freedom to be danger Joe Kraus "Organization of the Year" for To achieve this we need your ous! No, but seriously, we have Pagination the third consecutive year. I hope help. With a fluctuating staff, it is grown quite a bit intellectually that we will be able to bring the nearly impossible to include since high school and have the Music Editor Chris Arbuckle FDU community a newspaper every facet of FDU life. We are freedom to make decisions that Allison Pries Jamal Richardson that it can be proud of, as did all very busy being students, fac will affect the rest of our lives. Rick. ulty, and staff. Therefore, if you Some will be good decisions and Staff Tinker is also a fundamental hear about an issue, plan an some will be bad. Movie Editor event, have an opinion, or just Stanley Chambers Jr. part of the Equinox's success. We The point is that we are at a James Lo are blessed to have her back see a good movie, read an inter pivotal time in our lives in which Andy Emmert again this year, because without esting book, or listen to a great we can take advantage of our her we would not be able to pro CD, share it with the rest of the attributes and test the waters, see duce the same quality of journal community by telling us about it what we like and dislike, but The EQUINOX is a publication of the students of Fairleigh Dickinson ism. or you, yourself writing a story most importantly live for our University. It is funded in part by the Office of Campus Life. The about it. opinions expressed in the EQUINOX are not necessarily those of the New issues of the Equinox selves. We are in control of our editor, student body, the Office of Campus Life, or Fairleigh Dickin will be available every other Through communication we destinies, now more than we ever son University. The Equinox welcomes letters to the editor and Tuesday throughout the semester. can bridge the gap between clich were before, or will be again. reserves the right to alter or reject them, or blow them up. Deadline for submission of mate es, age, race, culture and quite PAGE 6 EQUINOX SEPTEMBER 15,1998
American Stage: 'Theatre next door'
Hello FDU, designers, directors and stage crew members who typical you is a theatre that has produced the world premiere of If you've been paying no attention at all to American ly work on or off-Broadway. So, overall, there are some 12 shows that have gone on to off-Broadway and even Stage Company, then skip this and move on to a more very, very talented artists working here for almost no Hollywood ("Other Peoples Money" started here). interesting article. If you've been paying a bit of attention, money. This theatre is very small and needs help with every then you've asked yourself: What are those American What's good about that is that, since there's so little thing. You are a student with lots of time on your hands Stage people doing here? If you've been paying more money, we need a lot of help to do what we do. That's and you need a resume. You could come to American attention, then you've asked yourself: Doesn't having where you (FDU students) come in. Would you like to be Stage and build your resume by working with a major "show folk" wandering around here drive down our prop an assistant to a Broadway director? (OK, mostly you'd regional theatre that is also a sort of a business with a erty values, which increases the cost of tuition because it get coffee and make copies, but you'd also get to see how $500,000 yearly budget. And, you can immerse yourself deflates rental opportunities for the university to capital in an artistic experience that most theatre people in the ize on? country wish they could be involved with (we get hun Well, you are right to ask such questions and we (the dreds of resumes from people who want to get a job with 'You gotta try to totally grasp this: American Stage show people) haven't been as good as we us). might have been in keeping you up-to-speed on what goes Right next door to you is a theatre But, let's suppose that you have no interest at all in the on here. Sorry about that. The problem is that, as show theatre business or stage craft. Then you can just come to that has produced the world people we don't have a lot of time to do lots of things that a show. ASC tickets cost $35. But as an FDU student (and we ought to do since we typically don't wake up till 11, premiere of 12 shows that have a neighbor), you can come to the first preview of each of stay out late cacophonously carousing, and tend to be. . . our four shows absolutely FREE. gone on to off-Broadway and well... egotistical and self-absorbed (in a charming way). And if you want to come to another regular perfor Sorry about that too. We can do better. So in an effort to even Hollywood.' mance then you can come for just $10 reserved and $3 get FDU involved in, and excited by, American Stage, we student rush 15 minutes before curtain. Count 'em, just want to let you know what we do and how you can do cool three measly bucks! Yes, there are some senior citizens, things with us. she works and hang around hip theatre people.) Would and yes, you have to sit quietly and attentively, but it's American Stage Company is a non-profit, profession you like to help build a set that was designed by a Tony dark and the lights come in a stunning array of colors and al, regional theatre. "Non-profit" means that nobody real award winning set designer? (OK, mostly you'd stay up go on and off a lot. Also you might be watching a show ly makes any money here. It's not a business in the usual late and eat cold pizza and paint burlap that has been sta that will open in NY in a couple of years and for which sense. We get most of our money from people who sup pled to the walls of a set, which is one of the tricks that people will pay $80 a ticket. port the arts and want to see the arts thrive. makes Broadway sets look so lush and sexy looking). American Stage puts on four shows a year. Rehearsals FDU is the single biggest supporter of American Stage Would you like to learn about marketing by working with begin three weeks before the show opens and all the Company. Twelve years ago the University recognized the senior staff people who plan ASC's marketing and behind-the- scenes stuff goes on all the time, but particu that it could be a major supporter of the arts by letting us public relations? (OK mostly you'd make copies, stuff larly during those three weeks. Rehearsals are closed live here, rent free, and by letting us use the Becton The envelopes, and answer the phone, but you'd also get to unless you're a staff intern, but the theatre is open most atre space. FDU did something that is a pretty smart and come to senior staff meetings where all the big decisions other times for you to visit and hang out. If there's some cool thing for a University to do. It did something that are made, and you'd actually get to talk and participate). body there, you can stop in and ask if its OK to \ook would benefit the community, benefit the arts, benefit the All these things are possible! And just about anything around. The next production will be "LIZZIE BORDEN: society, and benefit the students. "Professional" means else that you can figure out to do with us is also possible. A MUSICAL" October 28-November 22. that we use almost exclusively Actors Equity union actors Check out a state- of-the-art computerized lighting board, Glenn Cherrits, who usually work on or off-Broadway but come here run the spotlight, record soundtracks, be an usher, or help Managing Director because we produce brand new, artistically interesting plan the opening night party. American Stage Company work that gets them excited. We also use professional You gotta try to totally grasp this: Right next door to
Message from President Mertz
EQUINOX To the University Community, was able to achieve a favorable interest rate. As we usher in a new academic year, I Several programs are benefiting from the Publication dates want to take this opportunity to thank the addition of new and talented faculty members many devoted faculty and staff members who with expertise in a variety of disciplines, and deadlines have diligently prepared for the fall semester. including entrepreneurial studies, education, A number of recent developments have us electronic film making, sociology, criminal Here are the remaining confident that this year will be truly special. justice, management, Spanish and taxation, to publication dates for the Enrollment continues to climb, and this name a few. Fall semester - along semester more than 1,000 full-time freshmen All of the computers in the computer labs, began their studies on the New Jersey cam 330 in total, were replaced with new 350MHz with deadlines for all puses, approximately 100 students more than Pentium II computers, resulting in a leap for submissions (ads, articles last year. ward in our computer resources. The Pen and letters to the editor). Construction is tium-level computers Telephone: Ex. 2046. about to begin on a "A number of recent that were in the labs will be distributed to Fax: 2376. $12-million residence developments have us facility on the Florham- faculty and staff. Madison Campus. confident that this year will As you know, the Publication: Located off Park be truly special." board approved a 2.5 percent across-the- Sept. 29 Avenue, the new resn FDU President dence hall will contain 312 beds, laundry board raise for faculty and exempt staff effec Oct. 13 Francis J. Mertz facilities and student services areas and will tive Nov. 15 and a $300,000 equalization Oct. 27 help satisfy the growing demand for student pool for faculty as well as a $100,000 salary In celebration of our past, present and Nov. 10 housing on campus. adjustment pool for exempt staff. future, we will gather together on Sept. 23 for Nov. 24 On the Teaneck-Hackensack Campus, the These are just a few reasons to be excited our annual Academic Convocation at 2 p.m. Dec. 8 Interfaith Chapel will be moved and renovat about the upcoming semester. Faculty and in the Dreyfuss Theater at the Florham-Madi ed in an effort to better support our spiritual staff should look for the September issue of son Campus and on Sept. 26 for our fourth community. Located at 848 River Road, the "Inside FDU" for details on these and many annual University Day, this year at the Tea Deadlines: new facility will double worship and meeting other new programs and developments. neck-Hackensack Campus, from 10 a.m. to 4 Sept. 24 space and will contain a lounge-kitchen area Once again, thank you for everything you p.m. I look forward to seeing all of you then Oct. 8 and individual offices for the chaplains. have done to help the University grow and to and to continue working alongside you to ful Oct. 22 Due to the hard work of our staff, the Uni provide our students with the resources need fill the promise of the future. versity's financial base has improved greatly. ed to succeed. Because of you, Fairleigh Francis J. Mertz Nov. 5 Just one illustration of the university's reputa Dickinson University is poised to move President Nov. 19 tion for fiscal integrity was the tremendous toward the millennium, ready to answer both Dec. 3 demand for bonds issued to fund the new res the fiscal and academic challenges that await idence hall. Demand was so great (three times it. more than was offered) that the University SEPTEMBER 15,1998 EQUINOX PAGE 7
OPINION
Student creates 'Disney Magic'
BY JESSICA DESPARROIS ieties, and worries are to be left backstage because some CONTRIBUTING WRITER where in the park a child or a kid at heart is waiting for There is a fantastic opportunity that has only just made you to smile, say hello and make them believe in fairies. its presence known in the FDU community. It appeared Yes, it can be draining and trying at times. Sometimes you on campus late in September of '97 and whisked away find a guest having a bad day and it is up to you to make one young college sophomore to a land of make-believe it better. Sometimes it is as simple as showing sincere and magic. To what do I refer? The Walt Disney College concern and a smile , sometimes not. Or once in a while Program. you run into the guest who, while reverting in age, loses a Since '97 Disney has returned again to FDU and yet few I.Q. points. Questions such as 'When is the two no one seems to realize just what is being offered. It is o'clock parade?' and 'Is this walking tour on foot?' are not more than spending a few months in the Sunshine State. It uncommon. They are met with a smile, a two-fingered is more than an excellent name on your resume, the point in the right direction and a 'Have a Disney Day.' chance for an influential reference. And even more than As in any other job there are good days and bad days. seeing how a Fortune 500 company operates. It is an But it was my experience that the bad days were far between and tne od opportunity to experience < j0 begin the day as a "cast member," all g° what few ever experience: A . . days numerous. In part, little magic baggage, anxieties, and worries are to be Disney restored my Each semester and sum- left backstage because Somewhere in the faith in people. Disney mer, the Disney College Pro prides itself on the park a child or a kid at heart is waiting gram recruits over 2,500 col attention to detail, from lege students, whisks them for you to smile, say hello and make the sign posts to a new down to Florida and gives them believe in fairies.' balloon to replace the them a chance to experience, one that got away. the power of a corporate giant on one of the most chal And it is the little things that the guests appreciate. lenging and demanding levels. These students work You cannot help but feel wonderful when a tour group throughout the Walt Disney World Resort in every capac spontaneously applauds your tour or a child hugs you ity from guest relations to narrating tours to selling ice around the legs because he or she is happy. Or a guest cream. They deal daily with the happy vacationer and the shakes your hand for giving simple directions. Or asks disappointed guest. They are part of the Disney brand you not to take the family picture but to be in it. Or wants essence, spreading the magic and pixie dust. your signature in their autograph book right next to Tig- Jessica Desparrois and Goofy pose for a shot How do I know so much? I was that college sopho gers'. Or when a bright, trusting face looks up at you and, during the Walt Disney College Program. more and am now a College Program graduate. I am here in all seriousness, asks you to hand deliver their letter to to say, if, in your entire college career, you do nothing Mickey Mouse. The Walt Disney College Program is coming to your else, you must take this opportunity seriously. Disney brought me to Florida for eight months to world September 28. For more information, contact the As a College Program student your job is this: Create make magic for the guests and yet, every single day it was campus representative at ext. 6270. the Disney magic. As simplistic as it may sound, it is the the guests who made the 'Disney Magic' for me. most challenging job you might ever undertake and the So to all you dreamers out there, to anyone whoever most rewarding. wanted to make some magic, here is your opportunity. To begin the day as a "cast member," all baggage, anx- Come on, give a mouse a chance.
Just write a letter! BUS Schedule blues
BY ANDREW EMMERT professors talk, we could all use KAREN POBICKI particular arrangement was not bus. It would leave the Hacken STAFF WRITER the practice. A simple well- CONTRIBUTING WRITER going to work. I was making her sack Bus Terminal at 3:42 and get Life can be rather grim at thought-out letter in which you My college plans were in late everyday simply because I me to work right on time. The pre FDU. The voices around us seem spell out any grievances you may order not to long ago. I was could not wake up on time. So vious bus gets to the terminal an more often to point out what is have with a department or the going to commute to Fairleigh our solution was for me to take hour early. If you have seen the wrong rather than what is right. I school in general goes a long Dickinson in a car that I would the bus. (It was her solution actu Hackensack bus terminal, you hear the complaints which range way. Whenever I write a letter, buy in the summer using money I ally, mine was to hire a limo) know it's not exactly the kind of from how bad dinner is tonight within a day (and usually sooner) borrowed from my mother, to be Now my dilemma was to fig place you want to spend an hour in (often before they even sit down I get a response calling me into paid back by way of my brand ure out what bus to take and every day. to eat) to why the walkways are their office, and we talk things new job. It was the perfect plan. where to find it. I called the I barely survived my little constantly covered in goose rem out. What will surprise you the However, like Communism, the friendly associates at NJ Transit adventure into Hackensack, but nants, or to why it takes Public most is how seriously you will be plan only worked on paper. in attempts to acquire my area's by God, I found a bus that gets to Safety six rings to pick up the taken. I won't bore you with my car bus schedule. They were happy the terminal on time. So proudly phone. They don't confine them Remember, though, that some troubles. Unfortunately, a run-in to send me as many schedules as I explained my new commuting selves to the campus either. Con things can be fixed and some with a guard rail on a rainy I needed. So many in fact, my plan to my mother. She respond versations with nearby residents things cannot. Either way, you Thursday morning pushed the big mailbox actually shed tears from ed by telling me that there was a will often end up with "and as will be heard and if the problem red cancel button on my commut the strain of holding them all. car for sale in the paper that was expensive as that school is, too?" continues, that letter is your ing plans. So I spent a period in Now it was up to me to try and perfect for me. Perfect (like I do like to see things in a receipt for when you go up the limbo, dropping my mother off at make sense of such complex Communism) , but a car is better rosier hue than most, but I will echelon. work in the morning and using scheduling. then the bus any day. admit that there are certain truths Now for those who wish to her car. We both decided that this Finally I found the perfect to these grievances. Yes, this is a take an advanced route, the next very expensive school, and no it step you can take is to write a let The EQUINOX has been named Organization of the often does not seem as though we ter about the good things at FDU. Year three years running. With your help we can arc getting our money's worth. I Psychology majors will call this often will get a little impatient positive reinforcement. It is make it four. when calling public safety and important that we also speak out the geese population does seem about what we like as well, so If interested please call ext.2046 of come down to have taken our campus that those things are more likely hostage. to be done in the future. Many of to the SUB and see us.]:^ But what I like to do when you will think that your tuition is things have me down is to write a thanks enough, but remember This is a student newspaper, So give yourself a little letter. It takes about twenty that they arc people too. A little voice and explore your educational opportunities. minutes, and from the way our recognition goes a long way. PAGE 8 EQUINOX SEPTEMBER 15,1998
BEBINNING 98' ANEW
A view of the aftermath of the freshman check-in luncheon in the Orientation leaders pose for a picture in the parking lot behind the SUB. Rutherford Room during freshman check-in. SEPTEMBER 15,1998 EQUINOX PAGE 9
HERE
FDU's multi-cultural quilt on display in the Rothman center. The quilt showcases the celebration of diversity that FDU encourages.
Air brush artist Lonny Love creates t-shirts for students in the SUB as a part of welcome week.
One student expresses frustration about the long line at registration.
Orientation staff welcome incoming freshmen at check-in held in the Students enjo; sundaes last tuesday, as part of wel Rutherford Room. come week sponsored by the University Chapel. PAGE 10 EQUINOX SEPTEMBER 15,1998
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The new Snoop: Will fans embrace the change?
Dr. Dre leaving to start his own Although you may welcome the Aftermath label, and Death Row more laid back Snoop Dogg, New owner/CEO Suge Night thrown there will more likely be a feel behind bars for parole violations, ing the Dogg Pound Gangsta has apparently Snoop refused to go already lost the hunger he once down with the sinking ship. had as a new artist. Music Instead of a life preserver, he Snoop is unsuccessful with swam to New Orleans to catch his latest effort to give fans hold of the "Tank", home of No those unforgettable moments of REVIEW: DA GAME IS TO Limit Records. The independent the earlier stages of his career. BE SOLD, NOT TOLD label headed by the "Colonel" Remember how he broke down SNOOP DOGG Master P has grown from the his name in "G Thang," (Its the NO LIMIT RECORDS course of a few years to become S/ oh yes, i'm fresh/ N-double- REVIEWED BY JAMAL one of the most successful and O-P/ D-O double G-Y D-0 dou RICHARDSON sought after of today's rap ble G/ you see) and would go on world. to break down Tim dog on "Dre Just a little over six years One listen to the latest Day?" (Your bark was loud, but ago, rap super-producer Dr. Dre release, "Da Game is to Be Sold, your bite was'nt vicious, and introduced to the world the Not to Be Told," and you will them rhymes you were kickin lanky, sleepy-eyed, Long Beach notice he changed a hell of a lot were quite bootylicious). Ahh, representative Snoop Doggy more than his name ( it's now those were the days. Dogg, who ripped apart the simply Snoop Dogg, without the Beats by the Pound provide underground classic "Deep Doggy). First off, like every the production for the "Da "Gin and Juice II" and "Still a G This garners very high expecta Cover." His rise to stardom in other No Limit release, he shares Game" with their crisp, 808 Thang". tions he must especially live up the rap world would be mic time with label mates on drum-heavy Southern Hip-Hop If this album was by one of to, in today's music world when embraced by millions world most of the album. This proves beats No Limit fans crave. Out the countless other aspiring No you are only as good as your last wide, even in New York, the that Snoop's superstar status of twenty songs, about half get Limit label mates (the company album. Unfortunately, many most critical fans of Hip Hop grants no special treatment with the thumbs-up, such as the open has enough artists to release an devoted fans may write this artists from other parts of the in this camp. ing track "Snoop World", the average of two albums a month), album off, along with the soph- country. During the early 90s, You will also find that Snoop infectous call-and-response "Da Game" may have been more effort 'The Doggfather" as Snoop's record label Death Row traded, perhaps unknowingly, the groove "Hustle and Ball", and hailed as a promising debut. another disappointing follow-up reigned over the rap world with cleverness and complexity of his the worthy remake of the NWA However in Snoop's heyday, to "Doggystyle", his all-time, Titanic-like dominance. Howev original rhyme style for a more classic "Gangsta Gangsta". along with 2Pac and the Notori hopefully not one-time, classic. er, with the devastating icebergs simple, relaxed Southern-style However, you will stilo miss Dr. ous BIG, new standards were set of the tragic murder of their top flow you would expect from Dre's golden touch, especially for the definition of a Dope MC. selling recording artist Tupac, Master P, Silkk, or Eightball. with the disappointing sequels
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more pick up a fuS rangoef Wits inducing up (o $5,250 Wtioftreimbursement . students who love music than iffiijig. me great benefits. BY JAMAL RICHARDSON With my dedicated love for And plenty of opportunity for financial packages. MUSIC EDITOR music, however, like almost To all new and returning stu everyone, I must admit I have are available in our SECAUCUS md dents, I would like to formally my own preferences. Ever since PARSIPPANY faeces. All i! takes is a welcome you to the music sec memorizing "Roxanne, Rox- simple phone cal and you're on your Wf< tion of the Equinox. With the anne" by UTFO as a seven-year- privilege of being named editor old snot nose, I have always All Shifts Amkhfc; for this section for the 1998-99 been a die hard fan of Hip Hop. school year, I feel it necessary Don't get me wrong, rhythm and for this first issue to converse a blues, reggae, alternative, metal, little with all fellow music jazz, and everything outside and lovers. in between are equally impor Allow me to pose some tant, which I give my utmost Jamal Richardson respect and appreciation. I try to questions regarding the impor stop recommending to your get exposed to a little of every tance of music in your own friends? Why not write a beam thing, but my everyday listening every day lives as it is with ing review for the Equinox, so Jo inquire about these outstanding pleasures center around rap, fol mine. When your alarm goes off all of FDU can be enlightened to opportunities ca//: lowed by R & B, classic soul, in the morning, do you wake up this hot new sound? Pissed that and reggae. Yeah, I admit my a little easier when your favorite you wasted fifteen bucks on an 1-888-WORK-UPS musical knowledge may be seg song is on the radio? Do you album that was a complete dis mented, but this is where you Visit our Website at tvww.upuom sing in the shower? After leav appointment? Get your sweet may be able to help me out. ing for the morning, have you revenge on that artist with a pub ever returned home just to grab Although some of you share lished article thrashing their sub- some tunes for the car or walk- my specific tastes, I'm sure there par material. Just like prevent man? How about occasionally are others who may cringe to it, ing forest fires, ONLY YOU can < - mm losing attention in class, hum preferring other flavors for the make the best of this music sec ming a song that has been stuck ear. One thing I hate is a clue tion. If your favorite artists are in your head? Do you find it less journalist covering some not being covered, don't com essential to have a "slow jam" in type of music he or she knows plain that 1 am unfair. Give the back round when it's time to little or nothing about. Articles them the representation they get busy? I can go on, but if or reviews should be written by deserve, good or bad, with cov you said "yes" to everything so true fans of a specific genre of Our benefits erage by you, the loyal fan. far, I can safely assume you music, and I encourage you to stack up. share my constant cravings as a contribute to this section. Just music junkie. bought a new CD that you can't PAGE 12 EQUINOX SEPTEMBER 15,1998
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WELLNESS
Making a commitment to change
SPECIAL TO THE EQUINOX management and life skills. Project Wellness is The Wellness Committee consists of a diverse organized by monthly themes. Read on to find out group of staff, faculty, and students committed to how you can utilize our programming to enhance the enhancement of health and well being of the your well-being. PERSONAL entire campus community. We believe that health is Any questions that you have can be answered by STARTING more than the current state of your body. The World the Wellness Center located in the SUB. In the near Health Organization (WHO 1964) has defined future the Wellness Center will supply students with health as "a state of complete physical, mental, and dates and times of different events in each month. GROWTH social well being and not merely the absence of dis To learn more, contact Dr. Alice Mills at ext.2174. FRESH ease or infirmity." Under the logo, FDU Project Editor's note: all information supplied in this Wellness, the committee presents year long pro article has been provided by Dr. Alice Mills and gramming on prevention, life style choices, stress the Wellness Committee. September: Introduction to Wellness January: Staff wellness September offers an introduction to a year-long series of work Wellness is The students are on break! Time to tune into your body and assess shops and activities which will assist you in achieving your optimal "A state of your own health needs. Look for opportunities to work on your own state of health. Learn more about the concept of wellness. Pick up a issues in January. copy of the wellness appraisal at the Wellness Center (SUB) and iden complete physical, tify your health risks, select your wellness goals and make a commit February: Relationships ment to change. mental, and social Good relationships can sustain our health. As our communities become more diverse and complex, it's important to step back and October: Physical Health well-being and not assess our interactions and consider the impact we have on each other. Do you have the information you need to take care of your physi Family, friends, neighbors, co-workers and peers are just a few of the merely cal health? Programming in October will put you in touch with the lat relationships in our complex social networks. In February you will est information, help you assess the state of your body and provide the absence of have opportunities to evaluate your interactions, identify your sup opportunities to start your own fitness program. Don't forget to attend ports and learn life skills to improve and enhance your relationships. the University Health Fair on October 21st. disease or March: Nutrition November: Stress Management infirmity" In March we will explore the impact of food choice on health. Stress is a normal part of everyday life. Learning to relax and Learn how good nutrition can enhance your physical and mental well- (The World Health reduce stress can help you avoid such problems as depression, anxi being. Set goals and take steps to improve your eating habits now! ety, relationship difficulties and physical illness. This month will offer tips on ways to manage your stress and make it work for you. Organization, April: Spirituality We are a diverse community but we share a common need for December: Humor/Play 1964) meaning and purpose. FDU excels by offering individuals and groups Laughter, which is often called the "best medicine", can have a opportunities to pursue spiritual development. Participate in April's positive impact on your health. Humor can help us cope with stress- Watch for the list of monthly programs on campus bulletin programs to explore your values, beliefs and spiritual practices. Learn ful situations (such as finals and the holidays)! Come join us for a more about the beliefs and practices of others laugh in December. Your body will thank you. boards and "What's Happening"
STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES Watch out for distractions Forgot your prescriptions at home or need a renewal? Acne bothering you? BY JOAN NUNNERY More than a few students will experience the Allergies or Asthma triggering? NURSE PRACTITIONAR AND DIRECTOR pain of depression. No joy, not being able to con Gaining those 10 freshman pounds? You made it. You're successfully enrolled at centrate, too much or not enough sleep, change in Smoking more and thinking about quitting-or cutting back? FDU. Now, ask yourself the question; Are you eating habits, or negative thoughts about yourself Feeling really down? strong enough to avoid people and behaviors that are some symptoms of depression. There will be Need a list of area AA or NA meetings? will put you way behind? students who experience stress or anxiety that may Missed a period? I hesitate to write this article because I don't keep them from being successful in their studies or Had unprotected sex and worrying about pregnancy? want to sound like I am preaching, but you can mess relationships. Both anxiety and depression are up real soon. treatable and students can make the choice to get We are confidential and your issues arc confidential by law. Most of you won't, but some students will start help. We can help in many ways. We diagnose and prescribe or will refer you if needed. the fall semester with extra alcohol or drugs and Your choices at the beginning of the year are We are free to all part and full time students. some with an unwanted pregnancy or sexually important to your peace and success at FDU. We We arc open 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday. Wednesday transmitted disease. There will be few students that arc here at the Wellness Center if you choose us to evening hours are being planned. will miss class because they are sleeping off those assist you. Most importantly, every thing you say is Student Health Services is located in the SUB Wellness Center, 1st. late night activities; more will just doze off in class confidential. floor. because of excessive partying. We take walk-ins and appointments. 692-2437
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New athletic director to hire coaches
(Continued from page 1) sioner of the Northeast Conference, han- cost of these additions, Hurlbut secured a level. This included serving on the NCAA year, or as a varsity club that will be a dling championships, compliance and eli- five-year agreement with USAir, and Track and Field Committee, as well as being member of the Northeast Conference. gibility. During his six years with the negotiated manufacturers' sponsorship for a field press officer at the 1992 Summer "We hope to have a softball team on Olympics in Barcelona, Spain. the Teaneck campus for the 2000-2001 His goal: 'To have every sport we sponsor contend Hurlbut began his career in athletics at season as well," he said. Juniata College as the Sports Information The new athletic director said his for the Northeast Conference -- to continue Director, Head Rugby Coach and Resident major goal is "to have every sport we Hall Director. After two years, he moved their high level of success at the national level.' sponsor contend for the Northeast Confer to Georgetown University where he served ence Championship — which includes the as Assistant Director of Sports Information Fencing team — to continue their high NEC, he was instrumental in raising the men's and women's basketball, men's and for two years and Director of Sports Infor level of success at the national level." (The quality of the conference's championships, women's soccer, men's and women's ten mation from 1983 until 1988 when he left Woman's Fencing Team does not compete helping to institute round-robin play in nis, softball and baseball. for Pennsylvania to be part of the Univer in the Northeast Conference.) five sports, while also adding women's In addition, Hurlbut has been extensively sity of Pennsylvania senior management Before coming to FDU, Hurlbut most swimming and golf to its championship involved in other areas of athletic adminis team. Hurlbut is a 1979 graduate of recently served as the Associate Commis roster. To assist the NEC in handling the tration on both a national and international Lafayette College.
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SPORTS
McGwire reaches milestone
BY JOE KRAUS showed that baseball is a game for every stadium. When McGwire came to bat, both his record breaking home run, he made it a SPORTS one, to be shared by everyone. dugouts were filled with players on the top point to climb into the stands and share a EDITOR When it seems like everyday you can step supporting McGwire in his quest for moment with the Maris family, which turn on ESPN and find a bench-clearing 62. When McGwire smashed a home run included Roger Maris' son. As McGwire On Tuesday September 7, 1998, Mark brawl, it is nice to see baseball players over the fence like only he can, both hugged Maris, he whispered something McGwire broke Roger Maris' home embracing, rather than attacking one dugouts were filled with smiles, high into his ear and shook his hand. They both record, by hitting his 62nd home run of the another. It is also fitting that it was fives, and celebration. Not only that, but smiled and McGwire continued his cele season. McGwire breaking the record. It's easy to the fans who were battling the rain gave bration. For some people, it was hard to In breaking the record that has stood root for him because of his genuine per McGwire a standing ovation that he would understand why the Maris family would for over 30 years, he captured the imagi sonality and his sincere love of the game. never hear.These are the reasons why this cheer and support Mark McGwire's quest nation of the entire world, and with it McGwire wears his emotions on his record is so special. It has captured the to break their loved one's record. The rea brought the game of baseball back to it's* sleeve, for all to see and absorb. He has imagination of every baseball fan, includ- son being that McGwire has shown respect highest level. and class, not only to the Maris family, but to the game of baseball as a whole. In When the 1998 baseball season started, breaking Maris' record, McGwire has people immediately began to talk about the "McGwire has given baseball a spokesman who has taken given Maris, as well as his family, some chances of someone breaking Roger the game to a higher level, just as Michael Jordan has thing they all could grab onto. McGwire Maris' home run record, and how the per done for basketball." has given so much positive attention to son with the best chance was Mark Roger Maris and the feat that he accom McGwire. As it turned out, McGwire did plished. Mark McGwire broke the record break the record, but the impact of his helped us all remember that baseball is just ing the players themselves, who are the with everyone on his side. Roger Maris chase of the record goes much further than a game, that all should enjoy. McGwire biggest fans of them all. Fans and players broke the record with almost everyone all of his home runs combined. Mark has given baseball a spokesman who has alike have been keeping track of against him, because no one wanted Babe McGwire has made baseball exciting for taken the game to a higher level, just as McGwire's every at bat to see if he could Ruth's record broken, especially Yankee not just baseball fans, but for everybody. Michael Jordan has done for basketball. In achieve what some thought would never fans. He has brought true human emotion to a breaking the home run record, McGwire be surpassed, lt has brought the excitement game that has been missing it for years. has brought the game of baseball to the back into baseball that was so badly need In breaking the record, Mark McGwire The scene of McGwire hugging his son level that was seen during the 50's and ed, especially after the strike a few years has brought the game of baseball to it's after crossing home plate, and then 60's where fans supported the individuals, back, and with the astronomical salaries highest viewing capacity. People are embracing his home run buddy Sammy and then the team. some players are receiving. McGwire has attending more games and watching them Sosa, was a moment that will be remem During a rain delay at a Mets-Bravcs given baseball something to be truly proud on TV more then in recent months. bered for a long time. That moment should game, the Mets organization put the of. However, for the first time in a long time, be remembered for all-time, because it Cardinals game on the big screen at the When Mark McGwire was celebrating it's for all the right reasons.
Soccer team faces tough schedule Volleyball opens strong
before conference begins Oct. 2 BY JOE KRAUS Hartford defeated FDU, 3-0 bringing the Knights record to 2- BY JOE KRAUS of the net. They lost, 1-0. The goal sent the game into over SPORTS EDITOR 2 with one more game remaining SPORTS EDITOR The Knights then traveled to time, where the teams played to a The Women's Volleyball The Fall Season has already Rutgers on September 12, to face 1-1 tie, leaving the Knights with team has started their season with in the Yale Tournament, versus begun, the Soccer Team opened the #19 seated Scarlet Knights, a 0-2-1 record. two straight wins. Yale. up it's season 0-2-1, with losses for their home opener. The Head Coach Seth Roland has The women opened up their The women tried to put their to #18 ranked William and Mary, Knights dominated the game for brought in some solid new play season on September 4, versus two straight losses behind them, and Lafayette. The loss to the whole first half, but no goals ers, that includes many players Manhattan. The Knights domi but FDU could not regroup and William and Mary was particu came as a result of their efforts. from overseas. Coach Roland has nated the whole match, winning lost its third straight match, again larly difficult to take, as the In the second half, the Knights also produced a tough, out of 3-0. The next night, the Knights losing 3-0. That loss brings the Knights played well enough to broke the scoreless tie, and took a conference, schedule which traveled to Lafayette and pro team's' record to 2-3, with its win, but lost the game in over 1-0 lead. The Knights held that includes games versus William duced the same result as they next game to be played on the time, 2-1. The loss to Lafayette one goal lead until the last and Mary, as well as Rutgers. The defeated Lafayette College, 3-0. September 18 at home versus Air was the Knights' home opener, minute of the game, when a Knights open up their conference The women then traveled to New Force. FDU opens up their NEC and was another tight game that Rutgers player took a rebound season on October 2, at home Haven, Conn, for the Yale schedule on September 26 at St. the Knights played well in, yet they and booted it passed the Knights versus St. Francis (Pa.). Tournament to face St. Peter's, Francis (N.Y). just couldn't get the ball in the back goal keeper, Simon Goldschmidt. Hartford, and Yale in just two The Women have been days. The Lady Knights tried to strengthened this year with a continue their hot streak, but solid freshman class that includes Athletic Department loses key players were defeated by St. Peter's 3-0, 3 freshmen and one junior col for their first loss of the season. lege transfer. These 4 woman BY JOE KRAUS Coach Miller left will not be an their head coach, Jennifer The Knights tried to bounce added to a solid upper-class SPORTS EDITOR easy task. DeSaye-Zester, who will be back the next day versus team, and the Knights should be Over the summer, the FDU Also leaving during the sum replaced by her assistant, Scott Hartford, but their opponents battling for a NEC Titje at the Sports Department lost some mer, was Men's Basketball Rush. were too much to overcome. end of the year. important leaders of their suc Associate Head Coach Fred Hill, The Men's Soccer Team cessful athletic programs. First, who will be Tommy Ammacker's hired a new assistant coach Eric Ira Miller, who built one of the Assistant Coach at Seton Hall Kusseluk, who replaced departed it out most successful Men's and University. Hill, who shared Doug Moore, finally, Kathy Woman's Tennis programs in the great success with Head Coach Liggett was named Head Athletic country here at FDU, resigned to Tom Green for many years, will Trainer on August 19, after Paul The schedules for all Fail sports teams can b$ take a job at Kean College as the be replaced by Rob Orellana who Grayner announced his resigna Men's Head Tennis Coach. No was the previous Assistant Coach tion after nine years as Head found on page 15. replacement has officially been at St. Francis (N.Y.). Athletic Trainer. Liggett was his named, but filling in the void that The Fencing Team also lost assistant. Go out and root for the [Sports editor's note: If you have any sports opinions or suggestions that you would Knights every chance you ge like to share with the FDU community, contact the Equinox office at ext. 2046. Or, come down and see us on the lower level of the SUB.