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Nine-year-old inspires donations Barstool Sports Funds used to sponsor Chesterbrook Afterschool Program

By Jill Weiss

Blog’s party attracts students from colleges in the Boston area

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Michael arseneaux, a nineyear-old boy from the waltham area, recently made a generous donation to Bentley’s Service Learning Chesterbrook afterschool Program. after some inspiration from his mother, the nature of this program prompted arseneaux to ask his friends and family to make donations to the Chesterbrook program, instead of receiving presents for his ninth birthday. “[arseneaux] is nine years old and already thinking about giving back,” said Santiago.

The donation, which amounts to $2,680, will be used in the everyday operations of this Service Learning program. “[The] money we pull in goes directly to the program to keep it running. [The program] is only able to succeed

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launches 18+ party

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Duvall, with other hip hop stars Allen and Adams performed at the concert.

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Arseneaux coordinated donations for the Chesterbrook Afterschool Program.

Courtesy of Miguel Santiago

Chemistry facilities revamped

This past Thursday marked the first ever 18+ party hosted by Barstool Sports. The appropriately titled BarstoolU Launch Party was held at the Paradise Rock Club in downtown Boston.

The party was advertising Barstool Sports’ “El Pres” as “Boston’s biggest college party of the semester,” and was primarily designed to attract students from schools like BU, BC, Harvard, Northeastern

and of course, Bentley. “El Pres” has given a shout out to Bentley previously in his blog.

The event received great hype, even acquiring a sponsorship from Qdoba Mexican grill, and sold out a week before its happening.

The party featured the likes of The goonies, Brenton duvall, Hoodie allen and special guest Sam adams. adams’ appearance was meant to be kept a secret, but rather obvious hints posted on various Barstool websites left most See BARSTOOL, Page 14

Professor Sullivan tribute Students, faculty, and staff gather for memorial service

By Lacey Nemergut NEwS EdiTOR

New chemistry lab facility builds connection between applied science experiments and business curriculum.

Courtesy of Professor David Szymanski

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6 LARAMIE Nationally recognized play is showcased in spring festival.

On Thursday, february 17, the Bentley community held a memorial service for Professor Tim Sullivan, who passed away unexpectedly on January 26.

The service was held at the graduate Commons in the adamian academic Center and was attended by students, faculty and friends.

Those close to Sullivan were invited to share personal stories and anecdotes about him as a respectful remembrance and celebration of his life at Bentley. Nine professors, including President gloria

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Watson takes on Jennings and Rutter.

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NBA players compete in dunk competition.

Larson and atul gupta, the current chair of the finance

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department, were invited to speak, and seven others volunteered during the service.

“He was a man of the highest personal integrity, a great colleague willing to help with See SULLIVAN, Page 3

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Men’s Basketball team guaranteed first place spot in NE-10 playoffs.

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Smokey the Bear an officer on patrol smelled marijuana while behind forest Hall. He approached a student who was standing alone outside the forest back door and asked him what he was smoking. the student stated that it was a cigarette. the officer told the student that although marijuana has been decriminalized in Massachusetts, it is not tolerated or permitted on campus. the officer took the joint and told the student that he would be charged with the use of a controlled substance, as well as possession of drug paraphernalia.

Ocean’s 14? at 2:25 a.m. on february 13, a staff member in Miller Hall was taken back at the sight of a soiled individual lying in his own vomit. the staff member immediately sprang into action and attempted to ascertain the identity of the fallen male. unfortunately, the attempts failed forcing the staff member to call university Police for help. the staff member and officer discovered

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that the pukey perpetrator had escaped with the help of a few comrades while the staff member was on the phone, and he was nowhere to be found. dubious.

Misfire On february 13 at 9:24 a.m., officers were notified by a staff member that a fire extinguisher had went off in the Orchard South lounge. the employee said that yellow powder was all over the lounge and in the hallway leading to it. there were no suspects and the case is considered closed.

Tower of Terror On Saturday afternoon, officers received a distress call from a broken elevator in fenway Hall. a faculty member had become trapped when the elevator would not open, and luckily officers were able to save him. no further information was provided.

It Wasn’t Me, It Was Cupid!

On Valentine’s day, as an officer performed a standard parking lot patrol, he got a whiff of “burnt mar-

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ijuana.” Some on-site investigative work led the officer quickly to an illegally parked car with cracked windows. the crafty officer called the station and found out the room number of the owner of the car. the officer then went to the room and told the owner that he had parked illegally and needed to move his car immediately. the male student apologized profusely and walked with the officer to move the car. When they approached the car, the officer brought up the strange smell. the student said he was oblivious as to where the smell may have been coming from. unfortunately for the student, the officer could see a small amount of marijuana through the car window. He will be charged with possession of a controlled substance and his stash was confiscated.

No Park For You Last tuesday, officers found a car with no decal parked in Lot 16. after cross referencing the license plate, they determined that the owner of the vehicle had no affiliation with the university. It was promptly

towed.

Silly Frosh, Parking is for Adults Last Wednesday, a sly freshman thought no decal, no problem. He was wrong and was promptly towed.

Crash Bandicoot One evening, as a group of students were leaving the Miller deck, they witnessed a white toyota collide with a silver vehicle in the first row of the lot. according to the student witnesses, once the driver of the toyota realized that he had been spotted in the act, he made a quick dash towards an academic parking area. the follow up investigation resulted in the acquisition of paint from the victim’s car and photos of the accident. though the crash bandit managed to avoid punishment temporarily, he was eventually charged with multiple vehicular violations.

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DONATION Continued from Page 1 off donations,” said Santiago.

According to the project manager, the donations will “help out with the educational piece that was needed. [Donations] fix academic problems and social problems of that area, as well.” “[Arseneaux] is actually going to come in and experience what Chesterbrook is and experience what it’s like to be a Chesterbrook student,” Santiago continued.

Recognizing the generosity of Arseneaux, there was a ceremony held on Friday in his honor. Presenting the afterschool program with a big check, Arseneaux was joined on Friday by Chesterbrook students, teachers and the board of directors, as well as Bentley volunteers and alums.

At the ceremony, Arseneaux was presented with a plaque, a certificate of excellence and a thank you card signed by all of the students in the afterschool program. On behalf of Bentley and Chesterbrook, Arseneaux also received an anti-bullying t-shirt, a variety of Bentley attire and a cake celebrating his belated ninth birthday.

The event sought to recognize Arseneaux’s selflessness and to honor his commitment to giving back. “[The donation was] really incredible. It really does help us out,” Santiago said.

As stated by Miguel Santiago, the Chesterbrook project manager, the program focuses on “not only tutoring youths, but mentoring them to take the next step.”

Located off of Lexington Street in Waltham, the program entails helping students with homework through skill and team building activities.

Currently, 42 Bentley students dedicate at least two hours a week to this cause.

“A lot of these kids don’t have the appropriate resources. English is not their first language. They need some support for education,” said Santiago.

Arseneaux’s generosity and Bentley students’ involvement and recognition of such a project is truly a reflection of our community’s values. It is the hope of project managers that such inspirational acts encourage more students to get involved in this enormously rewarding part of Bentley’s outreach efforts.

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Close friends spoke of Sullivan’s undeniable presence on campus.

Continued from Page 1 anything and a very good friend to many across all academic departments,” said David Nelson.

Nelson, hired by Sullivan as the second chair of the Finance Department in 1983, served as a moderator at the memorial, introducing those who wished to share their experiences with Sullivan throughout the service.

Over 15 people offered personal anecdotes and kind words about Sullivan, honoring his highly respected personality.

Lenn Rosenthal, a close friend of Sullivan’s in the Finance Department, said, “He was the person I always turned to. It’s really still hard

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for me to believe that he’s gone.”

Nelson introduced a video sent by a close friend of Sullivan’s who was unable to attend the memorial service.

George Ellenbogen, emeritus professor of English, eloquently described his experiences with Sullivan and offered a moving description of his persona. “…I remember how eagerly he consumed what he saw,” said Ellenbogen when describing Sullivan’s moving reaction to a trip the two had taken together.

Ellenbogen continued to describe the last time he spoke with Sullivan. “Our conversation was unremarkable, like so many of the daily expressions of

friendship…and yet Tim was remarkable both as a friend and colleague. He was not just one other colleague. He made lives of his colleagues richer… When I think of him, it will be as someone who can set a table [aloud] with laughter…” said Ellenbogen.

Chip Wiggins, another colleague and friend of Sullivan’s in the Finance Department, described both his earliest memories with Sullivan and the sentiments of his loved ones in the days following his passing.

Wiggins was hired by Sullivan and was succeeded as chair of the Finance Department by Gupta.

“Those first few days following Tim’s passing were surreal…I remember spending that Thursday and Friday talking to people in the hall,” said Wiggins.

He was not surprised that these people were from all different departments, despite Sullivan’s intense involvement and dedication to the Finance Department.

The memorial service was an honorable dedication to Sullivan’s life and a sure sign that the Bentley community will miss his lively spirit and unforgettable sense of humor.

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editorial Facilities gets the job done We regularly comment about different areas of campus which we feel can be improved, but oftentimes these improvements are not because the campus is in a crazy state of disrepair.

In fact, it’s almost always the opposite, where we’ve gotten so used to such high standards that we often gripe and complain when these standards aren’t met.

We often forget the hard work that the men and women behind the scenes do frequently with little thanks from us. When something breaks, you submit a work order and it’s magically fixed the same week, regardless of whether it’s a door problem or a heating problem. And Facilities really is impressive when it comes to managing everything on this campus.

It’s no surprise to any of us that we have one of the most beautiful and

well-manicured campuses in the state - certainly way better than that lesser “B” business school down the road.

Visitors constantly come to our campus and are regularly blown away by the quality of our facilities. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that they re-sod the campus every spring, but even still our grass is always cut and green in the spring and fall, which is why people are always on the greenspace once the weather gets nice.

We owe a major thank you to Facilities for all they do to make this campus look as great and smoothly as they do. now we all know that Facilities isn’t flaw-free; they do make mistakes every now and again. It was only a few weeks ago that we complained about the snow removal on the Miller Parking deck, or lack thereof, but we’ve grown so accus-

tomed to having neatly plowed sidewalks and roads.

But ultimately, it would have been difficult for them to have plowed the parking deck without inconveniencing a lot of students and destroying many cars in the process.

That being said, there is still room for improvement, and we can hope that Bentley is reevaluating what to do when a major snow storm hits Miller deck in the future.

We can all improve how we treat Facilities employees, especially for all the crap that they have to deal with, both literally and figuratively. next time someone stops by your room to complete a work order, try offering them a glass of water, or even just saying thank you to them when they leave can make a difference. It can only stand to benefit us all and requires minimal effort on everyone’s part.

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“What will we use for sleds now?”

-Facebook comment, posted on the University of Massachusetts at Amherst’s “Bring Back The Trays” group wall after the college eliminated cafeteria trays.

“The shooting is not designed to disperse the protesters; it is meant to kill them.”

-a resident of Tripoli, describing the actions of mercenary troops called into quash anti-government protests in Libya.

“We will need to produce as much food in the next 40 years as we have in the last 8,000.”

-Jason Clay, WWF, on the U.N. prediction that the global population will reach nine billion by 2050 and that people will be competing for resources. disclaimer: The opinions published in The Vanguard are submitted by readers of the newspaper, and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of The Vanguard and its staff. We are not able to print any letters submitted anonymously.

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New chemistry equipment inspires students

By Jill Weiss VANGUARD STAFF

Rick Oches and David Szymanski, both professors in the Natural and Applied Science Department, were thrilled to show off Bentley’s newly renovated chemistry lab this past week.

As said by Oches, the professors are confident that these renovations will serve as a “foundation to develop some new approaches to teaching science to business students in ways that enhance scientific literacy and make stronger connections between the sciences and business curriculum.”

The project began about three years ago when Bentley invested considerable resources in order to obtain new equipment to use for real-world applications.

The new equipment allows students to conduct research, analyze collected data and make conclusions about their findings. Essentially, the goal is to teach students how to utilize these new resources, making students more valuable to future employers.

The addition of the new equipment is “not turning Bentley students into scientists, but it is teaching them

The National Science Foundation’s grant will enable Bentley to incorporate a more advanced science curriculum in the business field.

to communicate,” said Oches.

So far, an entirely new course has not been developed as a result of the equipment, but it is being used for “upgrading the courses that have been on the books for awhile,” said Oches. Right now, the forensic science, water and the environment, science of sustainability, water quality and environmental chemistry courses are taking advantage of the renovations.

“All these classes can be enhanced with this technology,” said Szymanski.

Bentley’s investments in new equipment eventually allowed the University to acquire a grant through the National Science Foundation.

The $130,000 grant, spread out over the course of three years, will be used for a series of summer workshops that will focus on the integration of the science, liberal arts and business fields.

Courtesy of Professor Szymanski

Additionally, this grant will pay for faculty training, necessary supplies and lab testing.

The increased focus on Bentley’s science program has prompted more business students to go beyond their classroom requirements and pursue extended research in science fields. As the number of students declaring Liberal Studies Majors in Earth, Environment, and Global Sustainability increase, more

students are expressing interest in conducting their own research as a part of their final culminating project.

Furthermore, several faculty members regularly have students working with them as research assistants.

Students now have the “opportunity to explore the sciences outside of class and link them to broader interests of sustainability and business,” said Oches.

The integration of the business and science sectors represents a trend that continues to grow. The new technologies within the chemistry lab, along with the future opportunities provided by the National Science Foundation grant, better prepare students for the future.

“We are really hoping that students who take the courses really come away with a clear understanding of the links between science and business and understand the importance of scientific exploration to economic advancement and technological innovation,” said Oches.

Bentley, as in most fields, is working to keep up with the current trend and give the students every opportunity for success after graduation.

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The Laramie Project, produced by Alpha Psi Omega

By Brenna O’Connell VANGUARD STAFF

The Chi Iota Chapter of Alpha Psi omega Honorary Theater Society is upping the ante this spring semester, holding three events for the first time, including a thought-provoking production that explores a subject considered by many as taboo. every fall, the Theater Society rehearses and performs a musical. After tireless hours of practice and rehearsal, Chi Iota’s production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee was a huge success this past November. In

the spring, traditionally a more serious show is put on, with this semester’s choice being All My Sons – an emotionally charged story of time during World War II and the American Dream being called into question.

“The show is such a different production for us, in terms of genre and what the show entails on a production basis,” said sophomore Ryan MacPherson. “We knew it would be a challenge that could help us grow as an organization.”

President Christine Malloy confirmed this, saying that the biggest obstacles are “the time

The Laramie Project tells the story of the murder of Matthew Shephard.

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period of this piece, and keeping true to it, as well as finding actors willing to delve into more dramatic roles.”

In addition, the Spring Arts Festival is a Bentley staple where students campus-wide can display their talents, from singing and dancing to acting and the fine arts. This spring, APo is doing something different and is teaming up with PRIDe for an additional event: The Laramie Project.

APo is taking care of the production side of things, and PRIDe is working on public relations. Set in Laramie, Wyoming, Matthew Shepherd was beaten to within an inch of his life simply for being gay.

Ultimately dying, Shepherd served as a catalyst for discussion about gay hate crimes and stereotypes.

The play does not have a cohesive plot, but rather it is a reflection of interviews done with the townspeople of Laramie, made up of monologues from multiple vantage points. The Plate Tectonic Theater Company conducted interviews over the course of a few years, from the incident to the trial and through the aftermath. When watching the production, it is natural for the viewer to think it would never happen anywhere close to home.

Junior and APo President

APO and PRIDE will present The Laramie Project this weekend.

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Christine Malloy described this feeling. “When going through rehearsals, it’s not about acting; it’s about finding out who that person is.

They’re very real people… It could absolutely happen anywhere you are,” said Malloy.

MacPherson looks forward to “bringing this show and its strong message to the Bentley community.” PRIDe – in charge of getting the word out – has begun a poster campaign, involving students across campus. This goes beyond homosexual stereotyping, as the message is to not let society dictate individual-

ity – period.

Malloy describes the production as “jarring,” something the audience gets “riled up over.” And with such a heavy topic, it is hard not to be disturbed by some accounts. excited and proud, Malloy said, “It’s a really, really great show that gives you a chance to sit and think about these issues. It brings it home absolutely. It’s nice to take a couple hours to sit and think about this. And APo and Pride have done an amazing job and put a lot of effort into it.”

Second annual Sean Williams Memorial Basketball Game

By Sindhu Palaniappan CAMPUS LIFe eDIToR

The international fraternity of Sigma Pi is hosting their second annual Sean Williams Memorial Basketball Game, and this year the roster is loaded on both the student and faculty side. The first game last year rose quite a bit of ruckus when the faculty beat the student team fairly. This year, the students are fueled by their loss last year.

Students recruited to play span from intramural captains, to e-board members of big groups on campus, to other student leaders – the point was to get a wide variety of students instead of just recruiting from the basketball team.

Regardless, the students are planning a huge turnaround this year. The faculty lined up this year span from media culture, to marketing, to math, to international education. Just like the student team, the faculty team is compiled to be a diverse representation of the Bentley faculty.

The game is $5 at the door, and this year the proceeds are going back to Bentley’s Undergraduate program. After debating about the proceeds, the brothers of Sigma Pi decided

The second annual Sean Williams Memorial Basketball Game will be hosted by Sigma Pi on Sunday, February 27.

that there would be no better recipient than the school’s general body itself.

And for $2, you can buy a raffle ticket, and three winners will be chosen. They will get a chance to shoot a half court shot during half time to win all of the pro-

ceeds.

Tons of other organizations are getting involved in this year’s memorial game.

Alpha Phi is selling popcorn in order to raise money for American heart health month, I’m sure you’ve noticed the red dresses

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adorning seasons. Craze is putting on a show during half time, and Bentley’s own WBTY radio will be DJ’ing the event. The new NonProfit Society will be fundraising for their first grant by selling bracelets on the side lines.

If you’re wondering what the basketball players will be doing while the students and faculty take the court, they’ll be refereeing the game to make sure everything is clean. And who knows this year - after the last game being so close, some pro referees may be needed.

Buying a ticket automatically enters students (minus seniors) into a raffle for the third housing spot for next year. The game is on Sunday, February 27, from 4 to 6 p.m., so come by and show your support!

The faculty team: Jake Perkins from Athletics, Russell McKinney, the football coach, Jeff Stern from the Media and Culture Department, Chris Beneke from the History Department, Stephen Lichtenstein from the Law Department, Josh Nupp from International Education, Andrew Aylesworth from the Marketing Department and Richard Cleary from the Math Department.

The student team: Ryan MacPherson, Phil Pollack, Chris Hearne, Travis Stanley, Justin Maniscalco, Matt Prysby, Nicholas Clark, Nathan Bekerman, Hayden Ziebel-Lipitz and Jared Roth.

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PwC social media group hosts Best Elevator Pitch Contest

By Phillip St. Pierre BUSInESS EDITOr

In today’s competitive business environment, the need to differentiate yourself from the “group” is becoming more and more important. One company that has been taking great strides in educating individuals on how to do this is PricewaterhouseCoopers.

To complement their focus on highlighting individuals’unique personalities, PwC is hosting its first ever Best Elevator Pitch Contest.

PwC has been recognized multiple times as one of the top companies for its training services and internships, and it seems to be just an allaround exceptional company to work for, with great employee and customer satisfaction.

Last year, PwC was highlighted with its “Career Explorer” program, which assists students and businesspeople alike in their search for jobs and internships. Career Explorer, coined as the Facebook for business professionals, used networking to connect people of common interests in the job market.

The company did not stop

PwC wants to stress the importance of elevator pitch to current college students.

there, as they also hosted a pilot event known as “Personal Brand Week.” The program gave its participants tools and techniques to make them stand out from the rest of the competition. Due to the positive responses and success of the event, PwC hosted “Personal Brand Week 2.0” earlier this month.

The function lasted five days, with a different theme for each of the days, and taught ways to build a network, strategies to develop and use your personal brand

Not Your Usual Business

Many companies have been increasing their green efforts.

So what does it mean to be “green,” anyhow? What impact is all of this talk going to have on you as an employee? What about as a consumer? Is it just about new forms of power, or conserving what we have left?

Bentley has become increasingly concerned with its impact on the environment, encouraging students to live as greenly as possible in many respects. It’s becoming increasingly important to conserve on campus, and a surprising number of students are involved with these initiatives.

Outside of Bentley, companies today are being coerced into committing themselves to being more environmentally friendly. The problem

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is that some companies are doing this just for political or unethical “socially responsible” reasons; but some do want to impact the world in better ways.

“Going green” can be a variety of things. Green policies determine ways to recycle, the use of Energy Star lights or equipment, the reduction of carbon emissions and the better management of resources. These are usually enforced throughout the company to ensure maximum results.

For some companies, it can also mean searching for ways to reduce power, such as automatic lighting.

Others are diving into researching and building new ways to produce hydro-

and the importance of having strong writing skills.

I recently spoke with Amanda Todd, Social Media manager of PwC, on the goals of Personal Brand Week. She stressed the need for job candidates to highlight the qualities that make them unique in today’s rapidly growing business environment, and explained how Personal Brand Week 2.0 did just that.

“We are always looking for new and innovative ways to engage students, and in order to get that first job out of col-

By Kat Webber electric, solar and wind power.

So, how does this all affect you as the consumer? Many people are worried about the rising cost of goods due to going green because it can be expensive in the short term for firms to do. However, in several cases, the cost to the buyers will remain the same based on minute changes in production.

Take Poland Spring, for example, and its Eco-Shape® bottle; by reducing the amount of plastic by only 30 percent, they are saving money both from buying the materials and reducing the emissions used to make the bottle.

They aren’t the only ones.

There has been a lot of talk over the last few years about this whole idea of “going green,” but who else is actually putting their money, and actions, where their mouth is?

Well, Newsweek Magazine did a study at the end of last year of the most “green” companies out of the Fortune 500. At the top of the pack in overall score was Dell, quickly followed by HP, IBM, Johnson & Johnson and Intel.

So, if you’re interested in buying products from “green” companies, or perhaps working for one, these would be the top picks, although there are plenty more on the list.

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lege, they really need to find a way to differentiate themselves,” said Todd. “Personal Brand Week gets students thinking about their personal brand and what it says about them.”

To complement Personal Brand Week 2.0, PwC also launched a contest for the best elevator pitch on February 11.

The contest requires students to express their most important accomplishments and characteristics; similar to what would happen if you met an important individual, such

as the CEO of your firm, with only seconds to get your point across.

Todd explained how an elevator pitch is not something we normally think about, but should be practiced by all.

“It’s such an important opportunity when you get some time with the CEO of your organization or someone who you might want to work for, what you can articulate about your brand and who you are as a professional in a short amount of time,” said Todd.

The Best Elevator Pitch Contest ends on March 25.

Any college undergraduate in a four-year institution can participate in this contest, and for the only requirement is a 30-second video clip. The contest will not only help students in their future experiences, but with a first-place prize of $5,000, you can’t go wrong with entering.

Students looking for more information about Personal Brand Week should check out the E-Book available at pwc.com/us/personalbrandweek, as well as sign up for the Best Elevator Pitch Contest through PwC’s Facebook page - “PwC US Careers.”

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Voices

Features

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By Nicholas Lee

The Beat

What is the most disgusting thing you have ever eaten?

saRah BaBCoCk Class of 2014 MaRkEting “A guinea pig skewered on a stick.”

Ryan Mino Class of 2013 EConoMiCs finanCE “Octopus tentacles, the texture was gross.”

aManda favoRat Class of 2014 UndECidEd “Chicken feet at a Chinese restaurant… It did not taste like chicken.”

The 2011 Grammy Awards Ceremony proved to be entertaining, with some unexpected surprises. Year after year, people look to the Grammys as the most professional decider in recognizing the best artists and bands. They often engage with the show by making their own predictions for some of the whopping 109 categories.

A couple of Grammy-winning shockers this year were Need You Now, Empire State of Mind and Love the Way You Lie..

That is not without saying that the people’s voices were heard. Lady Gaga won three Grammys – Best Female Pop Vocal Performance being one of them – and Eminem, who received 10 nominations, won Best Rap Album for Recovery.

Muse won Best Rock album, while The Black Keys snagged Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals and Best Instrumental Performance.

The Grammy performances were spectacular and featured performers who topped the radio charts over the past year, but not before paying homage to a recovering Aretha Franklin.

Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Hudson, Martina McBride, Florence Welch and Yolanda Adams performed Franklin’s greatest hits, including (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman and Respect.

Lady Gaga - carried by her posse on the red carpet in a giant egg - hatched and sung her first live performance of the much-anticipated Born this Way, and Muse played their signature song Uprising in epic fashion.

Other acts that took the stage included harmonystrong Lady Antebellum,

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Lady Gaga surprised viewers once again by arriving in an egg.

Miranda Lambert, B.o.B., Janelle Monae, Bruno Mars, Justin Bieber accompanied

by Jaden Smith (Will Smith’s son), Usher, a flatpitched Katy Perry, Norah Jones, Bob Dylan, MusiCares’ Person of the Year Barbara Streisand and Cee Lo Green, joined by Gwyneth Paltrow and an ensemble of muppets.

An ever-energetic Eminem, along with Rihanna, Adam Levine, Dr. Dre and Skylar Grey delivered the powerful hits Love the Way You Lie and I Need a Doctor (stay tuned for Detox).

Though the Grammys are testament to the amount of flex power the music industry’s A-list has, expectations were defied when Arcade Fire won Best Album of the Year for The Suburbs, followed by their performance as the closing act.

Did the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences – much like the Hollywood Foreign Press at the Golden Globe Awards -

pick who they wanted to fawn over and sip wine with?

No, it seems they wanted to give indie music a chance.

Was is it a coincidence that Arcade Fire’s Wake Up was played to commercials for last year’s Super Bowl, or that it played to the trailer of the 2009 film Where the Wild Things Are? Is it possible that Arcade Fire, which had been around for years and years, finally got recognized by mainstream audiences?

The bottom line is that the Grammys respect hard work, sheer talent and artists who lead the trend, but most of all music that moves people.

Lady Gaga, Muse, Eminem, Bruno Mars, Lady Antebellum, Usher, The Black Keys, Cee Lo, Jay-Z & Alicia Keys, Rihanna and countless others walked away winners, but when reflecting on the vast sum of this past year’s music – upbeat, downbeat, funny, catchy, tra$hy, memorable – we can know we were there to take it all in.

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IBM computer Watson takes on previous Jeopardy champions

By Jessica hughes VANGUARD STAFF

If you’ve ever tuned into Jeopardy, the intense game show where contestants answer questions as quickly as possible, you know that it takes a bright mind to earn the winning spot. From February 14-16, IBM presented a challenge to Ken Jennings and Brad Rutter, two of the smartest contestants to ever appear on Jeopardy: To play against a supercomputer by the name of Watson.

Watson, backed up by 10 racks of servers, was represented by a smaller screen on its podium on the set of the game show. The computer has undergone two years of work by many brilliant minds to prepare him for him debut on Jeopardy.

After many test runs and stored information, IBM researchers were able to develop Watson to the advanced stage at which he was seen on the show, alongside the two human contestants Jennings and Rutter.

Jennings first appeared on Jeopardy for 74 consecutive games, earning the longest winning streak on the game show. But although Jennings held the longest streak on the show, Rutter earned himself the title of “Biggest All-Time Money Winner.”

The two contestants were obviously the most well suited for the challenge, as both had competed in the Ultimate Tournament of Champions, in which Rutter placed first, followed by Jennings in second.

Needless to say, if anyone was ready to battle this computer, it was these two.

At the start of the first game, the three competitors were ready to go as the audience watched anxiously.

Watson earned himself a comfortable start with many consecutive answers, though Rutter came back to keep up with the machine. At the end of the first day, Watson and

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Supercomputer Watson was designed to understand the nuances of the English language.

Rutter each earned $5,000, while Jennings trailed behind with $2,000.

Though Watson shared the lead with Rutter on the beginning of the second day, Watson quickly excelled during the second round. Watson greatly exposed his talents, ending with $35,734, compared to the $10,400 held by Rutter and the $4,800 held by Jennings.

The last day of the competition intensified as Rutter and Jennings attempted to fight back. This day allowed the two human contestants to showcase their knowledge, as they answered more frequently than in the previous rounds.

At the end of the challenge, Jennings came back to earn $24,000, followed by Rutter’s $21,600, though both were beaten by Watson’s $41,413.

Because Watson is a computer, it’s not much of a surprise that he won, though the concept of the game was still very intriguing.

Watson succeeded over the other two with far more money, but it was evident that his key advantage was his speed.

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have both known the answers that Watson knew, but ringing in before the computer was certainly a challenge. But no matter who answered first, it was definitely impressive to witness a computer comprehending and responding to modern language.

Watson’s capabilities are unbelievable, yet intimidating: The idea that a computer can have that much knowledge and skill is scary. The idea that computers could take over humankind has always been a fear, but the way in which IBM presented Watson to the world was inspiring, and not scary.

Some may question the motives behind IBM’s creation of Watson, but the answer is simple: Progression. Watson’s ability to decode human speech and recognize information is amazing, and the rate at which he does so could change the field of many professions.

It was mentioned that with Watson’s use, doctors could tell patients the best methods of recovery for their issues within seconds, allowing people to heal faster and have a higher chance of survival. Watson could also help businesses become quicker and more efficient, keeping them up to date with the latest information worldwide.

Throughout the game, IBM employees and researchers were allowed to show video clips which exhibited the creation and explanation of their machine, familiarizing the audience with the newest player, as well as with the future.

It was exciting to hear about all of the different opportunities that Watson could provide for us, as its researchers indicated that the possibilities are endless.

IBM assured the world that they will continue to improve the computer as best as they can, meaning they will make advancements in technology, and overall, the world.

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Blake Griffin takes Slam Dunk Contest by storm

By Linsday Beauregard fEaTurES EdITOr

Basketball is one of the most exhilarating sports to watch, and the most exciting part of a game (besides winning) is when there is an awesome slam dunk. This is because dunking is like flipping the other team off and screaming, “Booyahhh, I just destroyed you!”

If I could watch slam dunks over and over again, I would. unfortunately the game of basketball is not set up for that.

This is why I look forward to the all Star Slam dunk Contest every year. This year was no exception; I couldn’t wait to see Blake griffin destroy the other contestants. although rookie Blake griffin of the La Clippers was the favorite to win the contest, all four contestants brought some ingenuity and impressive skill to the contest, and the first round was a great way to start the night. demar derozan, Toronto, coined his first dunk of the night as the “East Bay funk remix.” He took the ball from a feed of the backboard extension and powerfully threw the ball down after he looped it in between his legs. at first, the dunk was fairly unimpressive,

but a slow-motion replay showed the technicality of the dunk.

Serge Ibaka of the Oklahoma City Thunder came out strong as he destroyed Michael Jordan’s 1988 record by taking off for his dunk BEHInd the free throw line. Yes, that’s right, his foot was behind the line - his bright yellow shoes must have some sort of special powers or something. dunk 1 round 1 for JaVale Mcgee of the Washington Wizards earned him a welldeserved perfect score. although it took him a few attempts to nail his side-by-side dunk on two separate nets at the same time, he finally completed his double dunk and was awarded a score he deserved. all eyes were on Blake griffin as he took the court.

Everyone was expecting greatness from the rookie’s first dunk and greatness is exactly what they got. He was awarded 49 points for his 360 spin and twohanded slam dunk behind his head. Yeah, this guy’s talented. after the impressive first dunks, all of the players took to the court again to show off their second moves of the night.

Ibaka snatched a stuffed animal hanging from the rim with his teeth, that’s right, his teeth

while he dunked. after he landed, he gave the stuffed animal to a little boy with a big Mohawk. Odd, but nonetheless entertaining. derozan earned a 44 for his second dunk entitled the “Show Stopper.” In one swift movement he scooped up, twisted his body, making his back face the basket, and slammed the ball down hard. griffin followed with a windmill and powerful dunk, earning him a 46. But the showstopper of the second dunks was Mcgee’s. He held two basketballs in hand as John Wall threw a third ball in the air so Mcgee could dunk all three balls at practically the same time. He earned a 49, although it was well worth a 50. next up was round two, which consisted of Mcgee and griffin facing off head to head. griffin’s first dunk of round two showed off his ability to jump and literally fly through the air.

It’s ridiculous how powerful his jumps are - he could have touched the moon. during this dunk, he got high enough to hook his elbow around the rim and hold on. This dude has serious skill.

Mcgee’s first dunk of the round was stunning. as his body moved away from the net,

Outdoing Michael Jordan and Dr. J, Ibaka took off from behind the free throw line.

he dunked the ball behind him. unfortunately, he fell short after this dunk and his final dunk of the night was very unimpressive and barely worth noting. as for a strong way to end the contest, griffin took the stadium by storm as a car rolled out and parked in front of the hoop. The crowd fell silent as they anticipated his next dunk. as griffin prepared for the dunk, a choir sang I Believe I Can Fly (very Space Jam-esqu), and when the song reached the chorus, Baron davis fed the ball

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through the sunroof, and griffin leapt over the car and successfully dunked. although it was not a spectacular dunk, the performance was awesome.

Like most predicted, griffin stole the competition away and received 68 percent of the online votes. The contestants for next year’s Slam dunk Contest better keep an eye on griffin, because like Charles Barkley said, “When (griffin) learns how to play basketball, it’s gonna be scary because right now he’s playing 100 percent on talent.”

If you are looking for a thrill, avoid The Roommate

By Eric Sibiga Vanguard STaff

The Roommate, starring Leighton Meester, Minka Kelly and Cam gigandet, is a film depicting every college freshman’s number one fear: That their roommate will be an obsessive, psychotic and overall unpleasant person.

While the movie uses this premise as a “scary” storyline, it doesn’t provide the audience with any frights at all. The only thing it does provide is the fear that they have to finish watching this completely awful movie. as I prepared to see this movie, I was not expecting much. I hoped for a few cheap thrills and a few moments to make me jump. I got absolutely none because there was absolutely nothing scary about this “thriller.” although the movie attempted to be scary multiple times, these parts either were just plain creepy, like a socially awkward person trying to hit on you at a party using terrible lines, or they made me laugh because they were so terrible. Considering about half of the other people in the theatre were laughing along with me, I wasn’t the only person with this point of view.

Sara Matthews (Minka Kelly) is a freshman in college, and she is placed with

rebecca Evans (Leighton Meester) as a roommate. although their relationship starts off pleasantly, it soon becomes apparent that rebecca is a maniac.

The film depicts rebecca’s crazed behaviors and creepy obsession with Sara. rebecca threatens a girl named Tracy Morgan (yes, the girl’s name is the same name as the famous actor), answers Sara’s phone when her frat boyfriend calls and proceeds to have phone sex with Sara’s boyfriend before t elling him t o nev er ca ll again.

Eventually, Sara decides she has had enough of rebecca’s craziness, so she moves in with her boyfriend Stephen (Cam gigandet), despite the fact that they have only known each other for about two months. at this point, rebecca goes even crazier, and the film resolves itself in an incredibly unoriginal way, causing the writer to appear lazy and uncreative. a major issue with the movie was the fact that it was unbelievable. I don’t only mean the main plot of the psycho killer roommate; I just mean to say that nothing in the movie seems real.

Everything appears to be put together for convenience reasons due to lazy writing.

There are no explanations or

The Roommate was not a realistic portrayal of college life.

backgrounds for how and why certain things occur. for example, a character named Irene is introduced to the audience by Sara when she randomly announces she is going to see Irene. We have no explanation of who Irene is or how they know each other - the writers seem to have just put her in the movie because it needed another character. also, the film never really gives the feel of it taking place at college. all of the characters look closer to 30 than 20, and the dorm rooms are at least twice the size of the already relatively large

Bentley freshmen dorms.

When the characters are in class, the professor and classroom do not appear realistic. Overall, the movie is surreal because of the lack of effort put in to making it realistic. as an audience member, I was given the feeling that the writers and directors plucked random and generic characters, gave them names, chose a setting and picked random events for the characters to act out. all of this random and careless writing resulted in a film that is completely unbelievable, which takes

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away from the audience’s experience.

Overall, this is likely the worst movie I’ve ever seen in theatres. The film isn’t scary, funny or even sexy, which should have been easy considering the number of female characters in the movie. I feel like the movie was made in about a month by heavy drinkers - and not the fun kind of drinkers.

There is no reason for anyone to see this film, ever, even if your only other option is staring at a brick wall for 90 minutes.

Rating: 0.5 out of 5

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Notes from Abroad Question: “What is an annoying habit tourists in your area have? What is different now that you’re living there as opposed to being a tourist?”

By Colleen Regan tHeSSalonIKI, greece

Here in thessaloniki, the greeks are not afraid to stare. this is not a generalization by any means, just a fact of life. to add to the matter, americans stick out like a sore thumb, and because it is the “off season,” there is not a great tourist presence to begin with. the americans that currently reside here have had to adapt to constant stares. at first, I felt self-conscience of always being watched. I couldn’t go anywhere without receiving outright stares from strangers.

People didn’t even try to hide the fact that they were looking at you, and it was uncomfortable to even sit at a restaurant, knowing you would be scrutinized at some point during the course of your meal, if not most of the entire dinner.

But as more time has passed, I have been able to ignore the stares and go about my day as if I actually do blend in with the crowd and I’m not noticeably american with an awful greek accent and who only knows a hand-

By Lily Ann Montemayor Florence, Italy

the first days I was living here included taking pictures beyond pictures and posing in pictures with everything, from not only the scenic buildings and the coble stone roads, but also to the little trucks that are smaller than Smart cars. there are plenty of differences now that I have been living here for over three weeks. crossing the line from tourist to Florentine is definitely one of them.

Do you have any idea how many tour groups visit the Duomo? or the Palazzo della Signoria? Lots. Beyond lots. the annoying part is not the fact that there are tour groups; I am all for expanding my mind and learning the importance of what you are seeing in regards to monuments, churches, paintings and sculptures. the annoying part is the fact that there are tour groups literally every day. apparently it gets worse around the summer, so no complaints. It is just interesting to be on the other side of the curtain. I see these monuments everyday going to class,

ful of words. that all being said, I think I will always be seen as a tourist to thessalonikians. there is not much diversity here, and anyone that is new to the area can be spotted a mile away. the city is small, and even within the small group of people I know, I have begun to run into friends when I go out.

I can’t imagine how it must be for those who have lived here their whole lives. all greeks smoke, so if you don’t go out to eat and immediately begin to roll a cigarette, you’re not from this area. If you don’t know how to cross a street without having to back track because an on-coming car is not going to stop for you at the cross walk, you’re not from this area. If you stop to take a picture of the ancient ruins that are scattered across the city and covered with graffiti, you’re not from this area. these habits may be annoying to locals here, but they stem from my beliefs, the ones that make me american, and this has helped me to hold my head up high and be proud and appreciative of my own culture. but these tourists are seeing them for the first time, so they take endless amounts of pictures. It is definitely annoying trying to get through and around them to be on time for classes or to catch the bus.

While there are tour groups going around the city, filling up the small sidewalks, there are plenty of other instances where tourists definitely stick out. I think what is most annoying is hearing girls coming back from the discotec crying, “rape!” followed by chuckling and laughter late at night.

It is also frustrating to see tourists continually try to speak english to shopkeepers when a number of Italians are clearly not bilingual. But tourists will be tourists, after all. as for me, I feel as though I am gradually picking up a routine in Firenze, including putting oil on my bread, hanging my clothes on a clothes line and taking less than fiveminute showers to conserve water.

I am definitely not a tourist anymore, but I will still be that asian girl who has to whip out her map when she occasionally gets lost in the city.

By Courtney Gallagher MelBoUrne, aUStralIa

considering I’ve only been in Melbourne for a week, I feel like I’m stuck somewhere between tourist and resident.

I still get really excited to see major attractions all over the city, like a tourist would, but I definitely feel like I fit in more.

I try not to take out my map unless I have to. the first

FeBrUary 24, 2011 couple of days when I would meet people, the first question they asked was, “Where in america are you from?”

Wow – I’m that obvious, but the accent, or lack of accent, is a dead giveaway. lately, I’ve blended in a bit more, at least before I open my mouth.

Someone even asked me directions on the street the other day.

It’s annoying when there are busloads of tourists just

Getting around Hong Kong is difficult to get accustomed to.

By David Aziz Hong Kong, cHIna

Heading into my eighth week at HKU, I can’t help but be amazed at how much I’ve become accustomed to the lifestyle in this fascinating city. I’m starting to take the things that once fascinated me about this foreign land for granted. the people, the food and the classes have all played a part in altering my daily routines and my perceptions. needless to say, I no longer feel like such a tourist in this

vast, cosmopolitan megacity, a fact that is obvious from merely looking at me, as my head is no longer on a swivel everywhere I go.

I’ve been absorbed into the fast-paced Hong Kong life. My assimilation into my new home has also seen my knowledge of local food grow tenfold and my adventurism in that area decline at the same rate. after trying smelly tofu, preserved duck eggs, fish stomach and chicken’s feet, I can easily justify sticking to more familiar fare.

My graduation from tourist

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hanging out on street corners.

I’m lucky to be able to hang out with people from rMIt Village who are native australians and know what they’re doing. they know all the good bars, restaurants and places to go that you might not find inside a tourist guide. once I start classes in a week or so, I’ll definitely feel like more of a local, walking down the city streets to school.

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status has also seen me gain a much greater knowledge of the complex transportation system. I’ve been able to cut my commute to certain places in half simply through the discovery that a bus that passes right next to my dorm will take me straight there.

It beats getting lost and having to ask numerous locals how to get where I want to go.

Most are very eager to lend a helping hand, but there are always those who will respond rudely by shaking the palm of their hand in my face. one thing I learned rather quickly here is the need for things to move very efficiently. there is simply no other way to go about accomplishing anything, including the absurd amount of homework or placing one’s order at a restaurant. a signature tourist trait is failing to accomplish the latter. nothing exposes a tourist in Hong Kong better than when, after finally reaching the front of a long line at a self-service restaurant, it takes several minutes to place an order. It seems that a tourist will never know what they want to order in this city. and if they have an idea, they will insist on asking the cashier, who knows little more than three words in english, to describe the meal in question.

It’s a great way to make sure you don’t get what you order, and to annoy the long line of locals behind you. I sometimes forget that just a few weeks ago, that was me.

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Horoscopes

By Franziska & Johanna Griecci Aries (March 21-April 19)

Like a ravenous wolf, you will show no mercy to the team member who forgot their part of the project.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Use “puppy dog eyes” to get whatever you want from anyone today.

Gemini (May 21-June 21)

Henceforth, you shall emerge from your cocoon of shyness as a flirty butterfly!

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

You have a nose like a bloodhound, which unfortunately makes dorm living tough for you.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

A quick cat nap will rejuvenate you back into the slinky feline you know you are.

Virgo

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April’s Advice

By April Gammal

Your Questions Answered!

Question: What is all this hype I hear about trans fats?

What foods contain trans fats?

Are they really that bad and should I be staying away from them?

As promised, here is the rest of my response to your question. I’m going to start up again by informing you that The American Heart Association believes that no more than one percent of your daily caloric intake should be trans fat. If you usually eat 2,000 calories a day, then you should not be eating more than two grams, or 20 calories, of trans fat per day.

Let’s put this into perspective.

McDonald’s Large Fries – 8 grams of trans fat KFC Chicken Pot Pie – 14 grams of trans fat Burger King Large Hash Browns -13 grams of trans fat White Castle Onion Rings – 7 grams of trans fat Domino’s Garlic Dipping Sauce – 7 grams of trans fat Many restaurants are completely banning trans fat from their menus. You may notice that food in grocery stores have the label “0 grams of trans fat” plastered to the front of many packages, because the food

companies know that individuals are becoming worried about trans fats and they are trying to promote their product as being healthy.

In 2006, New York City’s Board of Health unanimously voted to ban trans fat from all of their restaurants. In 2007, Starbucks announced that it was banning trans fat in their stores in 10 metropolitan areas. In addition, On February 8, 2007, the Philadelphia City Council passed a trans fat ban.

However, do not be fooled.

“0 grams of trans fat” does NOT mean that there is no trans fat in the food. If the item has less than 0.5 grams of trans fat per serving, then the company is allowed to report their product as having 0 grams of trans fat.

However, if you eat multiple servings of this food per day, then you could actually exceed the recommended amount. If you want to be sure there are absolutely no grams of trans fat in the product, be sure the label says “trans fat free.”

When you are reading food packages, be sure to look for the words “partially hydrogenated oils” or “hydrogenated vegetable oil.” Anything that sounds like that should scream trans fat.

Even if trans fats are not

There are large amounts of trans fat in most fast foods

banned in a specific area, some restaurants are beginning to put nutritional information on their menus so that customers can make an informed decision.

It is important to be aware of what you put into your body.

Your body can only perform well if you put healthy foods rich in nutrients and low in fat into your body. I know this can be difficult to do when you eat out, or even eat at Seasons. It is hard to know what items are healthy and which you should stay away from. I think it is safe to say that the salad bar is a safe place to start.

If this is something that you are concerned about, it may be a good idea to bring this issue to the student government.

The student government is responsible for listening to the

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concerns of students and making Bentley a better place for the students. They may be able to work something out with Sodexo and let them know that the students do not want any trans fat in the food that they serve. This way, you would be able to choose anything in Seasons and know that it is trans fat free.

At the end of the day, it is your body, and your choices.

You can choose to be ignorant and not research into issues that may be a problem, or you can take charge of your life, look into these issues and make good decisions.

I encourage you to always gather as much information as you can about different issues and become aware in order to make intelligence decisions. I hope this helps! Good luck!

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You will attack today’s exams with the ferocity of a rabid raccoon.

Senior Spotlight in at Bentley?

I am currently the president of Black United Body, news writer for The Vanguard, National Association of Black Accountants student member, 2008 Orientation leader and 2010 ALANA leader.

I am also a Consent Day Committee member, semester study abroad program member at Royal Holloway University of London and two-time short-term study abroad participant to Ghana.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Take a cue from peacocks and pick a snazzy outfit to impress your date tonight.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Go ahead and be an irritating tick back at the person who annoys you most.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You can be as quiet as a mouse… This bodes well for your ninja training.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Playing possum during an unexpected pop quiz will not amuse the teacher.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You’ll look as graceful as a gazelle as you run to your classes all day long.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

The vultures circling Bentley are a bad sign for your GPA.

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Melissa Hector Major: Media and Culture Minor: Double minor in Business Studies and Global Studies Hometown: Boston, MA What are you involved

What are you looking forward to this year?

I’m looking forward to making more footprints in my Bentley career by not only being successful in my activities and endeavors, but also by helping others make the right decisions and build a great Bentley career.

Most importantly, I look forward to adding to my collection of super fan t-shirt giveaways!

What are your plans for the future?

My ultimate dream is to be a successful broadcast journalist. Right now I do not have a job offer, but I am currently an intern with Boston City Councilor At-

Presented by The Senior Year Experience Committee

Large Ayanna Pressley as Media Relations Support.

I love politics as well.

Hopefully this experience will grow into an even bigger exciting career.

What is your favorite event on campus?

Definitely Spring Day! It’s a great feeling to see everyone happy and excited for the evening concert. All students are around enjoying each other’s company. It is truly a day where we embrace being “Bentleylites” (what I like to call Bentley students).

What are your goals for this year?

My goals are to graduate in May and to encourage students to study abroad.

How are you feeling about graduation?

I feel like I’m on the Superman ride at Six Flags.

I’m definitely nervous for graduation. College graduation is different than high school graduation because it’s your last preparation for the real world.

I can’t believe my time at Bentley has gone by so fast, but I am excited to finish.

What is your advice to

seniors/words of wisdom?

Brand your Bentley experience. As Bentley students specializing in business, there isn’t anything that we can limit ourselves to.

Remember to anticipate success and help those behind you mirror the same vision.

What is the most valuable lesson you have learned at Bentley?

A valuable lesson I have learned at Bentley is that having an open mind leads to open doors.

A true Bentley student is an opportunist, and in order to become an opportunist you have to take all that is offered to you.

If it’s not there, propose it, create it or ask for it. It’s all about taking the lead by making the initiative.

The columns found in this newspaper are written by individual authors and do not reflect the opinion of The Vanguard, its Editorial Board members, or Bentley University.

Comments resulting from the columns may be directed to the author and/or The Vanguard.

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Tech Talk: Tablets can touch this

After the release of Apple’s iPad, tablets have become the latest technological phenomenon.

Last April, Apple released the iPad, a phenomenon that sparked the creation of a new market for touchscreen tablets.

Since then, competitors have been hurrying to create their own products to rival Apple’s behemoth.

With the Consumer Electronics Show deeming 2011 as the “Year of the Tablet,” you might be asking yourself, “What more can I get from a tablet that I don’t already get from my Smartphone or computer?”

At first glance, it doesn’t seem like much. After all, the most popular devices are run-

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ning on software designed for their Smartphone cousins. And while they are not PC replacements, I find that they make the ideal companion to the modern person’s technological life. Here are my top four reasons to consider buying one, and the four-and-a-half devices that you should keep on your radar.

Portability alone makes a tablet a worthy investment.

They are small and light, and they also fit easily in a book bag or purse. For us Bentley students, we all know how much our laptops weigh and how tiring it can be to make the trek

up the Smith staircase. Instead, imagine having the accessibility to mail, Internet and note taking in something no larger than a magazine.

Many argue that their Smartphones are just as capable, but personally, trying to show a YouTube clip or surf the web on a small screen doesn’t provide the same experience.

To actually hold and manipulate a webpage is like something out of James Cameron’s Avatar.

Now, let’s be clear - these tablets aren’t going to write your 10-page paper, but for managing small assignments, e-mail and other basic tasks, they are more than capable.

In class, you can jot down lecture notes and download relevant papers for reference.

During breaks, you can quickly check your e-mail and manage your schedule. Many textbook publishers are also making the transition to offer their material digitally, which would condense several textbooks into the size of a binder.

Entertainment is the next factor. A tablet is the perfect size screen to watch a movie, play a game or read your favorite magazine or book. With Netflix and Hulu, you can now

A Fireside Chat: Like a Kid Again I don’t know about the rest of you, but lately I’ve found it easy to forget about how young we are. Faced with what seems like never ending class work, job pressures and other responsibilities, college students these days tend to have fully booked schedules, and while the majority of us can still relish in not having to support a family or make a living, which means some cash spent on bar trips and pub crawls, don’t you feel so old?

Perhaps I feel old because most people who don’t know me on campus assume upon seeing me that I work here as a staff member or professor, or because my friends continually call me Dad or their chaperone when out as a joke, but I for one am tired of being old…and I’m only 21.

But there appears to be a glimmer of hope, and no, it’s not found at the bottom of a bottle (though I do admit that being able to have fun at bars and drink legally does soften the blow of feeling old). This past weekend, friends of mine had an idea that I at first scoffed at: They wanted to go play laser tag.

Now some of you are probably thinking “Laser tag?

THAT WOULD BE AWESOME!!” whereas I pictured the classic Chuck E. Cheese nightmare: Little children running around, hopped up

on sugar and pizza, screaming over tickets and arcade games. Throw in those creepy animatronic rodents and those mini-van driving, neurotic psychopaths some people call mothers, and I’m out.

But after thinking about it for a few minutes, and how fun it could be to play a game I haven’t enjoyed since middle school, I decided to join in…and it was awesome.

No, it wasn’t fun because I have the secret desire to shoot my friends over and over again with a laser weapon, nor was it like only people our age were playing.

In fact, we were probably the only group there not celebrating a birthday or over the age of 13, but it was like being a kid all over again: Running around a fogging cavern filled with neon paint and people shooting each other with lasers for fun….aka my 10th birthday.

There were some differences, like I don’t remember being able to run over sixyear-olds or engage a friend in actual hand-to-hand combat with the blaster because we weren’t about to be shot by one another, but you can be damn sure I cared about my score, and we looked at the score screen with anticipation that easily exceeds the anticipation I feel before Christmas these days.

Even coming up with the codenames, which would have been a huge deal and meant to make us look cool when we were kids, was hilarious, as you can probably imagine (my personal favorite would have to be “Fart” or “The Finger”).

But in all seriousness, when was the last time you did something meant only for kids? Maybe you went to an amusement park and rode a roller coaster? Or you had a sleepover (no sex, people,

stream shows directly to your device without taking up internal memory.

While waiting for your next class, you can update your Facebook, Tweet the hottest gossip or StumbleUpon the random findings of the Internet to pass the time using social networking apps. Or you could sink hours into interactive games like Angry Birds and Scrabble for a unique gaming experience.

The plethora of applications makes a tablet the weapon of choice for people on the go, as they can interact with literally anything without being slowed down by a laptop.

Finally, their battery life is also what gives tablets their superiority. A computer is only good when it is on, and without the battery attachment, our HPs will die in less than five hours. But a tablet can carry you through an entire day on a single charge.

Samsung, Motorola, Blackberry and Apple are the main companies with tablets on the market. Here is the brief rundown.

Running on Google’s Android software, Samsungs’ Galaxy Tab and Motorola’s Xoom are the largest tablets out, with 10.1-inch, hi-res screens. While

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By Zack Hoffmann this does make them more cumbersome, they are both causing a lot of hype with early reviews claiming they make “even the simplest of tasks mesmerizing.” However, prices on both of these devices are looking to be on the higher side.

The BlackBerry Playbook is smaller, with a seven-inch screen. It also has two cameras and full BlackBerry Smartphone compatibility, and starting at $400, Research in Motion seems to have covered all of their bases. The only downside is the apps - RIM simply isn’t up to par with either Apple or the Android app stores.

And then there is the one that started them all - the iPad. A gorgeous nine-point-seveninch display, incredible App Store and tech support second to none makes this device the choice for most tablet adopters.

For $500, you not only get the Apple experience, but also the hottest device out right now.

The iPad 2, however, is in the works, and it is going to be lighter, thinner and more powerful than its predecessor. It is also going to have at least one camera for video conversations.

You can expect it to be released sometime in April.

By Jon McColgan let’s keep it classy you scoundrels) with friends and watched movies while eating copious amounts of chocolate and Cheetos?

Look, the window of fun and excitement that college promises us is closing for you, whether you’re a senior about to embark to the Bahamas and the real world or a freshman just settling into your second semester.

The clock is ticking on your chance to have fun with your college friends, and while col-

There’s nothing like a game of laser tag to make you feel like a kid again.

lege-style fun is great, why not try a round of bowling and pizza or a game of laser tag?

Yes, it might seem juvenile at first, or just plain stupid, but after seeing my friend Zack joyfully take a movie package at Greedy (Super) Bingo with Toy Story 3 and Despicable Me over The Social Network and Iron Man 2, I’m convinced that sometimes the things made for kids can still be one hell of a time for us.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2011

THE VANGUARD

Lady Falcons earn top seed in NE-10 with one game left

By Robbie LaBrie SPORTS EDITOR

The Falcons may have snapped their six-game winning streak on Saturday against Franklin Pierce, but they have already locked up at least a tie for the Northeast-10 regular season crown, and they can clinch the top seed in the tournament on Wednesday against Stonehill.

Bentley’s clinching game came on Wednesday in an emphatic win over UMassLowell in the Dana Center.

UMass-Lowell came into the game at 8-11 in conference play, but they were completely shut down, managing only 43 points against the strong Bentley defense as the Lady Falcons eas-

ily came away with a 64-43 victory.

The Falcons are ranked number 17 in Division II, and their defense came out and showed why they’ve earned such a high ranking.

Jacqui Brugliera filled the stat sheet for Bentley, leading the team in points and rebounds with 14 and 14, respectively, to go along with 4 steals.

Freshman Lauren Battista and sophomore Courtney Finn also scored double digits for the Falcons, scoring 13 and 11 points respectively.

Junior forward Shatasia Kearse may have only scored 6 points, but she was instrumental on the defensive end, grabbing 12 rebounds (10 of which

Sophomore G Courtney Finn added 10 points against Franklin Pierce.

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were defensive), 5 steals and 2 blocks.

The defensive tone started right from the beginning of this contest, as neither team made a field goal for the first 6-plus minutes of the game.

After each team found the net for the first time, Bentley ripped off 12 straight points, including two 3-pointers from Katherine Goodwin, to grab a 17-3 lead, and they wouldn’t look back.

The Falcons led by a score of 27-14 at halftime, and while UMass-Lowell got a little more offense in the second half, the Falcons easily held them off to cruise to the win.

Bentley’s next game was much closer, but the Falcons came out on the wrong end of an overtime matchup against the Franklin Pierce Ravens in Rindge, NH. Junior Marielle Giroud scored 35 points for Franklin Pierce, while Jewel White, her fellow Raven, scored 26 to go along with an amazing 20 rebounds for Franklin Pierce. This effort proved to be too much for Bentley, although the game looked like it could go either way for a while.

Brugliera almost kept up in production, scoring 32 points and grabbing 13 boards. This tied her for the most ever points by a freshman in program history.

The game went back and forth the whole way as Bentley trailed by as much as 14 in the first half, and led by as much as 10 in the second half. The game went into overtime, and in the

BARSTOOL Continued from Page 1 readers certain of his performance. The famous Jenna from Stoolala and other Barstool “smokeshows” were in attendance as well, offering free photo ops for guests.

The night began with an opener performed by The Goonies, an experimental hip hop group from Syracuse, NY. By around 10 p.m., the crowd of nearly 1,000 college students had filed in and the real show began. Brenton Duvall kicked off the night with his unique mixes and really got the crowd going.

Duvall, a Maryland native, has quickly appeared from nowhere to become one of the fastest rising stars in hip-hop music. It became apparent early on in his performance why his popularity is increasing so quickly, as his ability to blend seemingly incompatible beats and lyrics was awe-inspiring.

After a relatively brief stage time, however, Hoodie Allen went on stage. Allen is a more traditional musician, following in the footsteps of rappers such as Asher Roth and Sam Adams, and quickly curbing college-age music fans’ interest.

However, the crowd did not show as much enthusiasm for Allen as they had for Duvall.

One Bentley student said Allen’s performance was “boring,” saying that it sounded like “something [he] heard a million times before.”

Regardless of the enthusiasm the crowd showed for Allen, though, no one was willing to leave as anticipation built for the “secret” special guest’s arrival.

After a few hours of Duvall, Allen and filler DJ’ing, Adams inevitably showed up. The crowd went insane to performances of both his newest hit Coming Home and Driving Me Crazy, a single of his debut album Boston’s Boy. In what felt like no time at all, however, Adams thanked the crowd and disappeared.

Despite desperate attempts from the crowd to earn an encore performance, the party came to a close.

As one student said, “It felt

like we had all waited the entire night for only two songs.”

This sense of discontent was eerily prevalent throughout the night, as other problems arose early, as well. The presence of an open bar at an 18+ party spelled “opportunity” for many underage attendees. The result was an enormous amount of guests being kicked out of the Paradise Rock Club early. With their tickets taken at the door, the night ended early for many unlucky students.

One individual who found himself in such a situation said, “I took the T for half an hour, waited in line for 10 minutes, and was kicked out in 10 more; quite frustrating.”

Such a situation defined the night, however, as craziness and mixed emotions set the tone for what was certainly a memorable night in Boston.

Barstool U offered college students a night of entertainment.

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end it was Franklin Pierce coming away with the win in a 9087 shootout.

Battista scored 17 points on the night, while Kim Brennan and Finn also hit double digits, scoring 11 and 10 respectively.

Franklin Pierce committed 7 m ore t urnov ers t ha n t he Falcons in this one, but Bentley’s defense couldn’t contain the Ravens’ multi-headed scoring attack.

Bentley surrendered 19 straight points at one point in the second half to find themselves trailing 76-67 with 2.5 minutes left in the game, but they would not roll over and they finished off the second half with an 11-2 run to tie it up at 78 apiece.

Meghan Thomann started the run with a 3-pointer, followed by a Battista bucket off a Franklin Pierce turnover. The Falcons continued to push and tied the game with a Brugliera layup with 4 seconds left, seemingly grabbing the momentum and swinging it back their way.

Franklin Pierce could not score their buzzer beater and the game was sent into overtime.

The Falcons held the lead three separate times in the overtime period, including an 85-84 lead after a pair of Finn free throws.

With a minute left, the game was tied at 87 off a Brugliera basket. The Falcons got the ball back with the game tied, but Brugliera was unable to convert a go-ahead score and Franklin Pierce was fouled.

With 7.9 seconds remaining, Battista had her game-tying

shot blocked and Bentley was forced to foul again. Giroud scored 1 of 2 for the Ravens.

Brugliera was able to get a potential game-tying shot off, but was off the mark and the game ended after one overtime.

It was a tough loss for Bentley, but Franklin Pierce is some of the toughest competition you can find in the Northeast-10, and the Lady Falcons proved that despite being a young team, they can compete and have a chance to beat anybody.

The Falcons now find just one more game on their schedule.

They will take on Stonehill in Easton, MA on Wednesday. If Bentley earns a victory in this game, they will lock up home court advantage in the Northeast-10 tournament, and they will have the luxury of playing in front of a Dana Center filled with Falcon fans next week during the tournament.

Stonehill is 12-9 in conference play, so they will certainly not be an easy opponent, but Bentley has faced stiffer competition this year and come out on top. They will certainly be motivated to get the win because Franklin Pierce and Assumption are coming in hot and are only a game back in the standings.

The first round of the NE-10 tournament will take place on Tuesday, March 1. The Falcons would like it to be at their place, but even if it’s not, this is a youthful team with no limits on how far they can go in the postseason.

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Falcons clinch top spot in NE-10 Team looks for continued success during the post season

By Louis Sherman

Results from 2/16-2/22

Hockey (10-16-5, 9-12-4 AHA) uConn (2/18)# at uConn (2/19)#

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the points coming in one of those 9-0 runs.

Sophomore forward dan O’Keefe added 10 points off the bench, further proving Bentley’s depth at the forward position. Senior forward Joe fremeau had a solid day with 7 points, 6 rebounds and a pair of blocks to round out the top four scorers for Bentley.

With the past few victories, Bentley has moved into position to gain at least a share of the regular season nE-10 Championship. they sit one game ahead of Stonehill College, the final opponent to close out Bentley’s regular season on Wednesday. this season marks the sixth time in the past seven years that the falcons have taken a team to the numberone ranking in the nCaa division II East region.

Bentley has an overall record of 19-6, with a record of 17-4 within the conference. as the postseason nears, it is time to look back at the season and try to get an idea of how the falcons should fare moving forward. the

falcons have 4 starters who will be graduating this year, making the postseason one for them to cherish. as mentioned before, the falcons have a deep bench which includes the likes of Jacques, O’Keefe and freshman Jasper grassa, who combine for about 23 points per game. In fact, Bentley’s bench outscores its opponents bench by an average of 10 points per game, showing that things such as foul trouble and fatigue are not lingering factors. tracey has been the most dominant and consistent falcon so far this season. He averages 17.3 points per game while adding 7.8 rebounds, leading the team in each category. Surprisingly, tracey is also perhaps the falcons’ most accurate 3point shooter, connecting on 39 of his 98 attempts for a 39.8 percent rate. tom dowling has been on fire as of late, posting three consecutive games with at least 20 points, while averaging 10.8 points per game on the season. fremeau leads the team with 20 blocks on the season, as his defense has helped the falcons hold their opponents to just 62 points per game.

Quinn has also been impressive this season, averaging 8.8 points and 5.3 rebounds per game this season, good for third and second place on the team, respectively. He also leads the team with 46 steals and 44 threepointers made. no, he’s not ray allen, but he is a guy you want to pass to when you are down by 3 points.

Monday begins the postseason festivities, as the nE10 Quarterfinals begin at 7:00 p.m. Provided they win the final regular season game, the falcons will be hosting the winner of the #8 Seed vs. #9 Seed game, here in Waltham.

Senior G Tom Dowling has averaged 10.8 points per game this season.

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Result L 5-3 L 5-4 L 4-3 L 6-2

W 4-2 L 6-4

Men’s Basketball (19-6, 17-4 NE-10) uMass-Lowell (2/16)* at franklin Pierce (2/19)*

W 81-61 W 74-59

Men’s Swimming and Diving (8-2) nEISda Championships (2/18-2/20)

2nd of 13

Men’s Track and Field northeast-10 Indoor Championships (2/17) Graduate G Mike Quinn recently reached 1,000 career points.

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Recent ReSUltS Baseball (0-4) at rollins (2/18) at rollins (2/19) at rollins (2/20) at rollins (2/21)

Vanguard Staff

Coming into Saturday’s matchup with franklin Pierce, Bentley Men’s Basketball knew what was at stake. a win in new Hampshire meant that the falcons would clinch at least a share of the regular season northeast-10 Conference title. the falcons are honored to have been placed in the top 25 d-2 Coaches Poll this week, as they are ranked 24th in the nation. facing the 6-18 ravens, the falcons seemed confident in coming out victorious on the afternoon. Bentley got off to a hot start in the first half, as they led by 21 points going into the locker room. Bentley finished the game victorious, 74-59. graduate guard Mike Quinn had a day to remember, as he moved up the ranks on Bentley’s top scoring list, becoming the 48th falcon to reach 1,000 career points. Quinn scored a season-high 16 points in the win.

He knocked down a threepointer with 25 seconds remaining in the first half to reach the 1,000-point barrier. the falcons had two 9point runs in the first 13 minutes of the game to create a 30-16 lead with plenty of time left in the first half. the falcons continued their pace and finished the half at a comfortable 43-22 score.

Bentley led by 30 points with just 14 minutes remaining in the game as they cruised to the easy win.

Senior forward Brian tracey had an impressive day, getting his fifth doubledouble of the season. tracey had 17 points while bringing down 10 rebounds on the afternoon. Sophomore guard greg Jacques came off the bench and dished out a gamehigh 6 assists while adding 5 rebounds and 5 points, all of

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6th of 9

Women’s Basketball (21-4, 18-3 NE-10) uMass-Lowell (2/16)* W 64-43 at franklin Pierce (2/19)* L 90-87 (ot) Women’s Swimming and Diving (11-0) nEISda Championships (2/18-2/20)

1st of 21

Women’s Track and Field northeast-10 Indoor Championships (2/17)

6th of 10

*northeast-10 game # atlantic Hockey game

Upcoming SchedUle Feb. 26 Hockey vs. Holy Cross#

7:05 pm

Feb. 28 Men’s Basketball - nE-10 Quarters

7:00 pm

March 1 Women’s Basketball - nE-10 Quarters

7:00 pm

March 3 Men’s Basketball – nE-10 Semis (pending) 7:00 pm March 4 Women’s Basketball-nE-10 Semis (pending)7:00 pm March 5 Men’s Basketball – nE-10 final (pending) 1:00 pm Hockey – atlantic Hockey playoffs % March 6 Women’s Lacrosse vs. Le Moyne* Women’s Basketball – nE-10 final $ *northeast-10 game # atlantic Hockey game $ If highest remaining seed %If 3rd or 4th seed in East

7:05 pm 12:00 pm 1:00 pm

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FEBruAry 24, 2011

tHE VANguArD

Falcons split weekend series with UConn Despite win, team remains 2 points behind the Huskies in the Atlantic Hockey standings

By Robbie LaBrie VANguArD StAFF

the Bentley Ice Hockey team has put themselves in a position where their fate in the Atlantic Hockey tournament seeding is not entirely in their own hands. But they have proven that they are talented enough to come out and pick up a big win against any opponent. the Falcons split a home and home series with the university of Connecticut this weekend to remain 2 points behind the Huskies in the Atlantic Hockey standings. uConn is currently in second in the Atlantic Hockey East division, which is good enough to earn a bye in the first round of the tournament.

Had Bentley won both games this past weekend, the two teams would have been in a tie for second place, but the Falcons were not able to

finish the weekend sweep on Saturday in Storrs, Connecticut.

Junior goalie Kyle rank made 31 saves on Friday night in Watertown to earn a victory for the Falcons in the first game of the weekend.

Senior Dustin Cloutier scored the first and only goal of the first period to get the Falcons off to a 1-0 lead by the first intermission. the second period was exciting, but it saw the Falcons relinquish two leads. uConn scored the first goal of the period, but Erik Peterson answered back for the Falcons to reclaim a 2-1 lead. the Huskies were not done, however, scoring just 2 minutes later to knot the game up at 2 apiece at the end of the second period. the Falcons would not allow uConn to carry any momentum into the third

Junior G Kyle Rank made 31 saves against UConn on Friday.

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6 Freshman forward Jacqui Brugliera was named Women’s Basketball rookie of the Week in the Northeast-10 after the Falcons went 1-1 on the week.

Did you know this is the sixth time Brugliera has received the honor this year? Just this past week, she averaged 23 points, 13.5 rebounds, 3.5 steals and 2 assists per game. She will lead the Falcons into the NE-10 tournament starting on tuesday, March 1.

period. rank played lights out in net, and it would be freshman Justin Breton who broke the tie with an incredible effort midway through the third period.

Breton found himself on a breakaway after picking up a loose puck in the neutral zone. He was hooked down, but as he was falling, he managed to backhand the puck past the uConn goalie to put the Falcons ahead, 3-2. the Huskies pulled the goalie with a minute left, but rank shut down all their attempts to tie the game.

Freshman Brent gensler would put it on ice with an empty-netter, leaving the Falcons with a quality home victory. the Falcons were able to capitalize on their power play opportunities, executing two of their four chances, while uConn went 0-6.

Bentley travelled to Connecticut for their next game, but uConn made it clear from the beginning that this contest was going to have a different tone. this was a high-scoring contest from the start, and the Falcons seemed to be lagging behind a bit the entire time, although they never really allowed the Huskies to pull away at all. uConn scored the first goal of the contest about 8 minutes in, but the Falcons only took 30 seconds to respond with a Joe Campanelli goal in front of the crease off a pass from teammate Dan Koudys. the two teams swapped goals again, with Bentley’s score coming from Aaron Stonacek. uConn didn’t waste much time scoring again, though, and they took a 3-2 lead into the first intermission.

Freshman Brendan Komm came in for rank to start the

Freshman F Brett Gensler performed well for the Falcons.

second period as Coach ryan Soderquist tried to provide a bit of a spark, but it was more of the same as the Huskies won this period, 2-1.

After the Huskies grabbed t2 goals to take what seemed to be a commanding 5-2 lead, junior Jamie Nudy made things seem a little more manageable with Bentley’s lone goal of the second period. things wouldn’t change too much after that, however, as the two teams swapped goals in the third period and uConn sent Bentley away with a 6-4 loss. the Falcons now find themselves in a tie for third place with Army in the East standings behind Holy Cross and uConn. Bentley and Army have 22 points, uConn has 24 points and Holy Cross has clinched the first seed with 30 points. the Falcons are certainly not out of contention for a

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top-two spot, which would give them a first-round bye, but they need things to fall perfectly this weekend, which will be the last weekend of regular season play.

First, they would need uConn to lose one, if not both, of their games to American International, who currently sits second to last in the Atlantic Hockey standings.

Bentley also needs to pull out a pair of big wins against Holy Cross, who is in fourth in Atlantic Hockey play overall and is first in the East division. the key for the Falcons will be to buckle down and try to get some points this weekend, so they will be prepared for whatever they may face in the conference tournament. they are in the weaker of the two divisions, and if they can get hot in the playoffs, who knows how far they can go?

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Kaduboski Named Falcon of the Week

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Senior Anne Kaduboski of the Women’s Swimming and Diving team is the Falcon of the Week. Kaduboski led Bentley to the NEISDA Championship last week with four first place finishes and three second place finishes, setting school records in six of those races and meet records in two others.

She won the 200-yard backstroke, 400 individual medley and 200 butterfly, and helped the 800 freestyle relay team to a first-place finish. She set school records in all but the 200 fly, but toppled the meet record in that event and won it for the fourth straight time.

Kaduboski also helped three relay teams to secondplace finishes in the 400 medley, 200 medley and 400 free, beating school records in each event.

For her performances, she was named the NEISDA Swimmer of the Meet, won the Kay Fromer Award as the senior woman with the most career points in the meet, and was named the Northeast-10 Swimmer of the Week.

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