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Bentley for Pakistan launched by students New group aims to supply flood relief

Soccer reaches semifinals To face Southern Connecticut after overtime win against New Haven By Robbie LaBrie

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Bentley Men’s Soccer has quietly been one of the hottest teams in the NE-10 and in the entire East region. They will get their chance to match up with another blazing hot team, Southern Connecticut, on Friday in the Northeast-10 semi finals after a big win over New Haven in the quarters. It was a matchup of the three and six seeds in the Northeast-10 Tournament, and it took more than the 90 minutes of regulation to find a winner. Freshman Cody Osgood and sophomore Weston Zeiner each found good looks at the New Haven goal in the first half, but they were unable to capitalize and the game went into halftime knotted up at 00. See SOCCER, Page 14

Bentley students, led by Campaign Manager Khazana Butt, have founded Bentley for pakistan, a new charitable campus organization to raise money for flood relief in pakistan. This past summer, monsoon rains flooded the Indus river basin affecting 20-million people in the regions of Khyber paktunkwa, Sindh, punjab and Balochistan. The United Nation Security General, Ban Kimoon, has requested 460 million dollars for emergency relief. However, only 50 percent of these funds were received as of August 15, 2010. pakistani officials have estimated the cost of damages to total around 43billion U.S. dollars.

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“My team is really good, and our main goal is to get awareness,” stated Butt. Butt was involved in relief efforts this past summer, sending 45 trucks containing 600 bags and supplies each to affected areas. When he arrived back in the States, he was determined to take action and raise awareness. “Initially in the summer [we] spoke to the [Allocation and Internal Audit Committee] and when we got [to campus] See PAKISTAN, Page 6

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Senior Mike Lipsett drives the ball down field.

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STAND and Red for Student Center gets a makeover Africa to aid Sudan New furniture and printers adorn third floor and Bubble Day of fasting and fundraising planned for November 8 to help construct a school By Brian Lofrumento NEWS EdITOr

Student organizations Students Taking Action Now for darfur (STANd) and red for Africa are teaming up for a special event taking place on November 8. STANd has organized a day of fasting to increase awareness about the genocidal violence going on in darfur, and together with red for Africa they will be accepting donations and pledges to go towards Gabriel Bol deng’s Hope for Ariang project in Sudan, where they are building a school. Gabriel Bol deng, one of the Lost Boys from Sudan, will also be at the event as a guest speaker. The event kicks off Multicultural Week, and at the event students will be

able to purchase red for Africa t-shirts, which have always been a huge hit around campus. To go along with the charity theme, the proceeds of the shirt sales go towards funding AIdS awareness and research projects. Before the event there will be a meal at 6:30 p.m. for students who fasted throughout the day before the official event kickoff at 7:30 p.m. in the pub. “This event is great because it gets everyone involved,” said Emily Werner, president of STANd. “Many people are unaware of the dire state that Sudan and its people are in and the atrocities they must face on a daily basis.” “By asking students, facSee STAND, Page 3

By Brian Lofrumento NEWS EdITOr

Bentley is always hailed for its state-of-the-art facilities, and students have been delighted to see the new furniture and improvements around the Student Center. Last week, the Student Center got a makeover with all new furniture, and already the feedback has been positive. The improvements are part of a new fiveyear plan to continually improve the hub of student life. “When I started back in 2003, I was asked to create a five-year plan for furniture replacement in the Student Center,” said paul Stanish, the associate director of the Student Center. “The building was only a year-and-ahalf old then, but we knew furniture wasn’t going to last long so we completed the

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first five-year plan in 2008. That included everything from media equipment to pool tables, public furniture, tables and chairs, etc. We then started a new five-year plan, and this is year two of that five-year plan.” Many Student Centerrelated changes in the past have come about from stu-

CAMPUS LIFE: BSTV BUSINESS: Charles COLUMNS: April’s celebrates its third Advice discusses stress Rizzo, CFO of John FEATURES: Review of anniversary, Page 5 management, Page 12 Hancock, sits down with the Nikon D700, Page 9 The Vanguard, Page 7

Police Log 2 Cartoon 4 Editorial 4 Voices 8 & 9 Horoscopes 12 Falcon of The Week 16

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dent survey groups and student feedback, and Stanish believes this is a key component of making the building a place that all students can be proud of. “A couple years ago we conducted focus group surveys with students to see what people wanted, and See BUBBLE, Page 6

SPORTS: Football extends win streak to three, Page 15

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with possession and use of a controlled substance as well as drug paraphernalia.

By katie Cavanaugh, raymer maguire, andrew vanderploeg & Leah Liebler VANGuARD STAFF

fading fast On October 26 at 10:25 a.m., a female student who had complained of feeling nauseous passed out in a classroom in Jennison. Staff indicated that said student began to walk to the door to get a drink when she immediately collapsed to the floor, where officers found her. When she came to, she indicated that she had been diagnosed over the weekend with pneumonia and was promptly taken to the hospital for further treatment. Bike Cop, fresh Crop On Tuesday, October 26, a bike officer smelled an aroma that resembled the distinct scent of marijuana. Looking to confirm his suspicion, the officer looked for a culprit. He noticed smoke rising above two parked cars. When he approached the cloud, a student quickly tried to hide the joint behind him. At first, the student denied smoking, but eventually decided to admit to his crime. The student was overcome by guilt and vehemently apologized to said officer. He will be judicially charged

suds On October 16 at 10:34 p.m., a staff member called in to report a problem with flooding in the laundry room of Elm Hall. Facilities were notified. The culprit of these potentially irresponsible laundry practices has not been found, and the case has been closed. should’ve Called Boston dd (617-652-0233) On the night of October 22, a Bentley student was arrested by Waltham Police for operating a vehicle under the influence at the corner of Beaver Street and Lyman Street. Said student failed a breathalyzer test and was advised that a report of his actions would be passed on to university Police. A further operation of vehicles is impossible due to his license suspension. The student will be judicially charged, and was also found guilty of state vehicle violations. No paint for you On Monday, October 25, officers were called to Jennison by a professor that complained of an unwanted recruiter. This male did not have permission to be on campus, but this did not stop him from trying to recruit students to be

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summer painters. When officers arrived, the evasive recruiter was not to be found. However, he was later found and politely told that he was violating campus policy and was asked to leave. Cashin’ and dashin’ Officers determined that a student had personal items stolen when they were left unattended in a study room. These items consisted of a purse and two cellular phones. After later returning to the scene of the crime, the purse had mysteriously reappeared, though without the 170 dollars in cash that had originally been inside it. With no leads, the student was informed that a report would be on file, but unless further information is discovered, this case would unfoirtunately be closed. party at the Bridge Throughout the course of Bentley Homecoming, an officer was on patrol at the foot of the walking bridge. The officer repeatedly stopped students and alumni who had open containers of alcohol. All suspects presented identification and verified that they were of the legal drinking age. The officer simply instructed them to pour out their drinks, and no judicial violations were sanctioned. A total of nine people were stopped throughout the day.

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Nighty Night, sleep tight On October 24 at 12:19 a.m. officers were performing a building check in Fenway. When officers arrived on the fourth floor, they found a male passed out in a study room. He was laying face down on the floor next to a large puddle of regurgitated upchuck. The individual was unresponsive to the officers, and once aroused, was solely focused on returning to his state of slumber. Since the male was unresponsive, officers were forced to shake him awake. Officers determined that the detained individual was in fact not a Bentley student. The individual was unable to walk and then attempted to go back to sleep for the second time. Officers moved the sleepy visitorinto a chair. He had difficulties sitting in the chair by himself. As a result, he was taken to the hospital and placed under protective custody. it’s raining pumpkins On October 24 at 2:23 a.m., officers were alerted of a peculiar pumpkin incident. According to the report, some unruly Collins residents were taking the liberty of throwing pumpkins out of a window. After an investigation of the area, the officers were unable to reveal the identity of the pumpkindropping bandits and no sanctions were delivered.

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RHA using events to enhance residential experience Hall Councils aim to represent residents, change policy and create an interactive community By Kristen Tomasi VANgUArD STAff

Marc Santilli, the president of residence Hall Association, stated that the mission of rHA is to “create a unified and exciting campus,” and explained that this mission is accomplished “on three different levels: Campus-wide events, policy reform and Hall Councils.” This year, members of each residence building’s Hall Council

were elected in order to hold these members accountable and to get residents excited about changes in their residence hall. “Some residents may not know it, [but] everyone is a member of the organization,” Santilli said, and residents are encouraged to attend all Hall Council meetings. Ashley King, Kresge rHA secretary, echoed these statements by explaining that these meet-

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RHA organized a “Zero Power Hour” to support sustainability.

STAND Continued from Page 1 ulty and staff members to fast for just one day, it encourages everybody to put themselves in someone else’s shoes and to see things from a Sudanese person’s perspective,” Werner continued. “Ultimately, people realize how privileged we are to have simple luxuries like food and how quickly we take advantage of our human rights when others are deprived of them completely.”

At the end of the event, the documentary Rebuilding Hope will be shown. Additionally, all students who are involved in the fast will have their names on a brick that will be displayed at the event. To get involved with the fast, students can e-mail Katie Cavanaugh from STAND at cavanau_kati@bentley.edu and all students are invited to attend the event at 7:30 p.m. in the Pub on November 8.

The day of fasting is meant to raise awareness for the genocides occurring in Darfur.

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ings allow residents to “voice ideas and concerns” and give residents an “opportunity to change things around their dorm.” Each Hall Council must host three events per semester, including a social event, a sustainability event and an awareness event. Santilli explains that the goal of holding these events is to “create an exciting and unified community… and to strengthen the bonds” between residents. for example, Kresge rHA recently organized a “Zero Power Hour” in support of the Blackout Challenge, during which residents gathered in the Kresge lounge to eat ice cream, play games and win prizes after turning off their lights, resulting in a significant decline in electricity use for the building. In another example of the Hall Council’s effort to promote sustainability, each elected Eco rep creates bulletin boards for his or her dorm to inform residents about green initiatives. furthermore, the Eco reps recently offered larger recycling bins to each room, suite and apartment on campus.

All residents are encouraged to attend their building’s Hall Council meetings.

King explains that in addition to weekly Hall Council meetings, Town Hall meetings are held once a month during which the e-board of each residence hall comes together to discuss happenings on campus. She noted that this meeting provides a “forum for issues to be discussed at a higher level,” such as the recent vandalism in fenway, messy hallways

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and elevator issues. Santilli concluded saying, “Everyone who is in the organization is really passionate about not only making a change in the residence halls, but also impacting their respective buildings.” This excitement is reflected by rHA’s presence on campus and its emphasis on creating a community in which all residents feel represented.

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editorial Science boost needed to improve Bentley’s well-rounded curriculum In 2008, Bentley College became Bentley University. One message Bentley pushed during this change was that they had become more than just a business school; they had expanded into the arts and sciences, offering students more comprehensive educations. However, this is sadly not the case. Science courses have been marginalized, leading to mediocre course offerings in the Natural and Applied Sciences Department. The administration needs to recognize the importance and relevance of these programs so they can receive the resources they so desperately need. The importance of nonbusiness offerings in education is growing rapidly. As the business world becomes more high-tech and competitive, students must differentiate themselves with skill sets in alternative disciplines, such as science, to be successful. Alternative energies, biopharmaceuticals and health care are all high-growth industries that require employees

who understand not only business but also the scientific environments in which they operate. But the current Bentley offerings fall short of providing such an education. Current course credit requirements dictate that each student take a lab science and either a math or science elective during their Undergraduate studies. The options available to fulfill these requirements are slim at best, with too few classes in each discipline. Often, students are left filling their science electives with “whatever’s left” instead of what their passion might be. While Bentley does seem to be making headway with this issue by expanding its environmental programs, other courses seem to have fallen by the wayside. It is fair to say that, for the most part, science courses are not taken seriously by Bentley students thus, their professors become disheartened. One professor from a lab science program admitted to students that the easiest textbooks with the largest

pictures were chosen because they knew students wouldn’t take the coursework seriously. When students marginalize these courses from the start, professors need to prove their relevance by integrating their field into the business world we will soon be entering. However, imagine being a professor shoved to the dungeon of Jennison, and basically told to teach classes with laughable resources. In the press release announcing Bentley’s name change, former Provost Robert D. galliers stated, "The business university concept that fully integrates arts and sciences is one that has been developed and promoted extensively at Bentley.” The current science courses fail to live up to such strong statements. Bentley’s science offerings are far from integrated. While veteran business courses supplement their learning with actual companies in real-life scenarios, science students are subjected to what feels like “straight-from-the-book” High School lectures with

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“We can't have 500 Congressmen and Senators who think it's their job to bring home the bacon — and that's what we're going to change.” -Jim Demint, Republican Senator from South Carolina, on banning earmarks

“A dumb woman is a dumb woman.” -Musical artist Cher, on former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin admittedly simple coursework. The lack of enthusiasm from students and professors is to be expected due the mediocre facilities Bentley offers its non-business courses. The construction of the $20-million Smith Building demonstrated Bentley’s commitment to providing a worldclass Financial and Economic education. However, you won’t see any Bentley Ambassadors leading tour groups through the bottom floor of Jennison, where much of the Natural and Applied Sciences Department has been crammed away. There is hope with the appointment of the enthu-

siastic new Dean of Arts & Sciences, Daniel Everett, but Bentley needs to embrace its science offerings in more than just word. Redirecting resources to the department and promoting it as a more integral part of a Bentley education will not only benefit students, but will also benefit the institution as a whole. Bentley became a university to sell prospective students on the idea that they will leave the school with an education in business they couldn’t find anywhere else. Adopting a forward-thinking, innovative science program will allow Bentley to keep that promise.

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BSTV gives whole new meaning to Bentley’s media culture Bentley’s Best Dance Crew with Alpha Phi. Both had a great turnout and were very entertaining.

By Angela Diaco VANGuARD STAff

With over 100 student organizations on campus, the entire Vanguard could be filled with group interviews. from A Capella to Women’s Rugby, Bentley students know how to run a good club. Each area of student life shines in its own way, but we chose to examine an innovative and unique program for this week’s issue. Bentley Television stands out partially because of its relative novelty (this fall will be the club’s three-year anniversary) and its offer of a one-of-a-kind student experience. Members not only write, organize and act in skits and variety shows, but they also produce them using professional grade equipment. BSTV provides a creative outlet for many business students (you can put down the accounting book now...) and a chance to explore an alternate career path. I sat down with Nick Aquino, BSTV’s president and creator, to talk a little bit more about the organization. Tell us about BSTV:

Are you affiliated with any other groups on campus? We have worked closely with a variety of organizations over the years between co-sponsorships and the taping and broadcasting of student organization events. We look to give all organizations the opportunity to advertise their upcoming events on our campus updates program, Your Campus Now. We encourage any kind of collaboration.

Joe Nascembeni and Bentley Television President Nick Aquino perform in one of BSTV’s episodes as the show’s host and chief comedian.

Bentley TV is Bentley’s own student-run TV station that broadcasts a variety of programs. It began as a group of students who wanted to bring a TV show to Bentley, and over the years, the idea grew into a TV station that broadcasts student organization events, cooking shows, intramural sports highlights,

campus updates, BSTV (our cornerstone comedic production) and other student produced projects. We give students the opportunity to work on professional video productions and broadcast their work to a large audience. We focus on positioning ourselves as a university-wide resource that caters programming to

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all interests, departments and organizations across campus. What kind of events do you run? Each semester we host events to premiere new content. In the past, we have cosponsored large-scale events, such as Breakfast by Moonlight with RHA and

Are there any recent events you’d like to highlight? Recently, we premiered the first episode of our miniseries 301, which is a comedic show that follows a dysfunctional GB301 group as they struggle to finish the business plan in time for the big presentation. We are showcasing five episodes this semester that we hope to premiere on Thursdays in the Pub. We are posting the episodes at bentleytelevision.com.

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Campus Life

Culture Fest Kick Off Set By Sindhu Palaniappan CAmPUS LIfE EdITor

Culture fest 2010 is right around the corner, with the kick off during our 2:10 p.m. activity period this monday, November 8! Stop by the mCC lounge on the top floor of the Student Center to see what’s going on. Each year Bentley celebrates Culture fest, a week-long festival that celebrates diversity and various cultures of the students at Bentley. While there are cultural events throughout the year that are celebrated at Bentley, for example diwali, Kwanza, LCL and Laraza, this week is specifically devoted to celebrating various cultures. Tana ruegamer from the Center for International Students and Scholars notes that while this week is really important, students should not forget all of the other year-round events as well. Since this event spans across the length of a week, it has been a challenge to

organize, especially with everyone’s time constraints and busy schedules. There were three different committees organized to plan the events, ranging from students to faculty and staff. But nonetheless, this year’s Culture fest line-up is looking better than ever. red for Africa kicks off this week and is sprinkled with different luncheons and dinners which represent different cultures. on the 10th there is a World dance and Band Competition, not to mention Bentley’s Amazing race on the 13th. Also on that day is the UN trip which is always popular among students. mark your calendars because November 15 is food fest, which features foods from many different cultures for students to sample, as well as dance lessons and live music from Los Sugar Kings. Be ready to embrace different cultures all year round, but especially this upcoming week!

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BUBBLE Continued from Page 1 that’s why we installed TVs in Seasons,” said Stanish. “We also look at how students use the current furniture. In the Bubble we saw how students wanted furniture facing each other, so we got movable furniture that people can setup in any way for a small or big group format.” Another big change for the Bubble is the introduction of another group working space. A conference table has been added to the space, and a TV will be placed there in the coming weeks, similar to

the existing setups in the library’s group study rooms. The final major change in the Bubble is the printing system. Because of an initiative started by SGA years ago, the library printing service is now being brought to the Bubble. While it was too expensive when SGA proposed it, another department on campus volunteered to cover the costs of the new printers this year, and once the licensing issues are resolved the library printing service will be available. “We are not taking away free printing from student organizations. The current

printer students use to print for free will still be available behind the Bubble desk for student organizations to use when the time comes,” Stanish stressed. “We are going to keep free printing for student organizations, and that was also feedback we received from SGA.” “The new printers should make printing easier for students when they are not on the academic portion of campus and also help reduce the lines waiting to print at the library in between class periods,” added Chris Hayes, SGA’s vice president for Student Affairs

PAKISTAN Continued from Page 1 we had to give the application to AIA as well as B e nt le y it se l f . T he C C A really got everything and told us what to do,” explained Butt. AIA is the student organization which is able to allocate funds to officially recognized Bentley organizations. The Council of Charitable Acts (CCA) was founded last year after relief efforts were organized for Haiti. Bentley for Pakistan received 500 dollars for startup costs, which they are currently using to generate profits for the flood victims. The Bentley for Pakistan Campaign is selling awareness packages until November 21. The packages include glow-in-the-dark wrist bands, ping pong balls and a flyer about the relief effort for five dollars in the Bentley Bubble, Smith and Jennison. “Everyone has t-shirts and sweatshirts,” articulated Butt. “We want to do something different.” The items each have a small picture printed on them, designed by a Berkley student, of a rickshaw falling into a flood. Bentley for Pakistan adopted this emblem as its official logo.

“[We] bounced around a lot of ideas,” stated Butt. “[The] rickshaw, in a way, is a symbol of Pakistan.” Though Bentley for Pakistan doesn’t have any official affiliations, they have friends supporting their cause at Boston University, Brandeis and Babson. This past Thursday, when Bentley for Pakistan held their first charity event, they raised around 2,500 dollars thanks to this local support. “We contacted their offices… and told them to tell everybody to come. That was one of the main reasons why first night was such a success,” concluded Butt.

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The new furniture in the Student Center offers students a place to work and hang out.

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Alumnus Rizzo speaks about John Hancock; Gives advice to students By Justin Daniel Lawlor VAnguARd StAFF

John Hancock Funds, LLC, where I recently had the opportunity to spend three months as a summer intern, manages more than 240 retail and institutional mutual funds. these funds span across the equity, fixed income, currency, lifecycle and alternative asset classes, and total to just under 200-billion dollars in assets. Within my first week at John Hancock, I noticed that a number of the funds directors, divisional vice presidents and the CFO had received either an undergraduate or advanced degree from Bentley. I was encouraged by Bentley’s strong representation within the establishment and had the chance to sit down with Charles Rizzo, Bentley alumnus and CFO of John Hancock Mutual Funds. Justin Daniel Lawlor: What are your major responsibilities as the chief financial officer of John Hancock Funds? Charles Rizzo: I head the Fund Administration group, which consists of approxi-

mately 120 individuals. Within the general Fund Administration group there are a number of departments, including Pricing and Valuation, Portfolio & Cash Services, Compliance, Fund Reporting, Vendor Management, taxation and treasury. As an officer of the John Hancock Funds, I also have a responsibility to look after shareholder interests. JDL: In what ways have you remained connected with the Bentley community? CR: I recently became a member of the Bentley Executive Club. Before I joined John Hancock, my profession often kept me away from the Boston area. I spent a number of years in Annapolis, as well as several years in new York. I did find that joining the Executive Club allowed me to reconnect and catch up with peers that I had not seen in years. I also have begun to participate in Bentley-sponsored networking events and recently hosted the Bentley Alumni at John Hancock and gave a presentation on Vendor Management. JDL: What lessons did you

take away from the recent financial meltdown of ’08 ’09? CR: I think that we saw a reversion to the idea of accountability and doing things the right way. It was comforting to think that the investment we made in building our valuation group infrastructure and enhancing our risk management practices prior to the credit meltdown served the business and John Hancock shareholders well. the volatility in the markets brought a focus to liquidity and valuation, increasing the pricing risk to our John Hancock Funds. In the mutual fund industry, doing things the right way initially allows you to save on pricing error costs as well as audit costs. JDL: Read any good books lately? CR: I recently read House of Cards, which chronicles the fall and eventual sale of Bear Stearns. Also, The Jack Rabbit Factor, which encourages creativity and “out-ofthe-box” thinking and problem-solving approaches.And The West Point Way of Leadership touches on leading a regimented and disciplined

Rizzo advises students to stay current and knowledgeable in their areas of expertise.

lifestyle and taking full responsibility for your role as a leader and a manager. JDL: What “words of wisdom” could you provide to a Bentley student soon entering the professional workplace? CR: I would recommend distinguishing yourself with credentials, whether it’s CFA, CPA or CMA. Constantly learn and read as much as possible about your profession to keep current on business and your area of expertise. I once had a senior executive who advocated reading four newspapers every single day. It’s true that there is no such thing as a stupid question, and when it comes down

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to it, there is no substitute for hard, honest work. Lastly, stay balanced between work, family and personal interests. It is encouraging to hear of achievements coming from former Bentley graduates like Charles Rizzo, as he had made a name for himself in such an established company as John Hancock. Current students should not only be excited for what the future holds, but should also make sure to stay focused in their studies and find ways to stand out in the crowd, as this is just one example of how hard work can lead to success.

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Features The Beat

What is the weirdest text you have ever gotten?

Mike XiRinaChs Class of 2013 finanCe “!##@%&#.”

Ross Milne Class of 2012 eConoMiCs finanCe “Can I have the room tonight? I don’t think I’m bringing home a girl.”

niCole CoolbRith Class of 2013 MaRketing “I’m prairie dogging.”

eMily RoMe Class of 2013 MaRketing “I just got dutch-ovened.”

Ever since the beginning of August, anticipation has been running high for Taylor Swift’s album Speak Now. Mine, the first single of Speak Now, hit a million downloads before the album debuted and caused a frenzy for fans everywhere. With such a high interest level, fingers were crossed that Swift’s new album would follow up Fearless with a highcaliber, well-rounded album. Luckily for fans, she did not disappoint. Taylor Swift has metamorphosed elegantly from one album to the next. She began with her innocent, self-titled debut album Taylor Swift and then produced the daring Fearless album. Now she has taken her music to a whole new level on the assertive and very bold album Speak Now. T-Swift’s third album is compromised of words and lyrics that were not said when they should have been. It’s not just composed of songs written about boys who did her wrong, but also about things she left unsaid and wishes she would have stood up to and words to inspire others to speak their minds. All of her pent up emotions from the past two years are packed into a 14track CD. Swift apologizes for a relationship that went sour, verbally bashes a girl who stole away someone she loved, has an epiphany about her first love, sings about growing up, contemplates the confusion after a breakup, takes a stab at a bully and of course forgives Mr. Kanye West for his “gentlemanly” performance at the 2009 VMAs. Swift’s growth between Fearless and Speak Now shines through each of her songs, especially in her poignant ballad Dear John. It has been alleged that Swift opens up about her rumored relationship with

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Taylor Swift’s new album Speak Now sold over one million copies in its first week out.

the womanizer John Mayer. She belts, “I’ll look back and regret how I ignored when they said run as fast as you can. Dear John, I see it all now that you’re gone, don’t you think I was too young to be messed with?” Out of the 14 tracks on Speak Now, the most surprising song is the tempestuous Better Than Revenge. Before the music begins, a demanding and fiery Swift utters, “Now go stand in the corner and think about what you did,” and then the heated lyrics begin. The emotional intensity is insane and the lyrics pinpoint Swift’s anger and at some points verge on scandalous: “She’s an actress, but she’s better known for the things that she does on the mattress.” I wasn’t expecting that on the album but man, am I impressed. I give Swift props for this song because she has taken a full 180-turn from her fairytale lyrics of Love Story to emotionally charged anger. Along with the lyrics, Swift’s music has changed as

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well. On Speak Now, she has infused pop and rock into her country element. Although some argue that she is drifting from her country roots, I believe the opposite. She still has her twang and keeps the country aspect in her songs. This is an album of trying something new, not feeling regret. The music and lyrics of this album fully encompass that concept and Swift will in no way, shape or form regret anything on this album. We can all learn a lesson or two from Taylor Swift: take the time to say what you want to say, don’t be afraid to “speak now,” don’t look back on your life and feel regret and don’t be afraid to show your feelings. Like she says in the Prologue of Speak Now’s album booklet, “There is a time for silence. There is a time waiting your turn. But if you know how you feel, and you so clearly know what you need to say, you’ll know it. I don’t think you should wait. I think you should speak now.”

MaRC instRuM Class of 2013 aCCountanCy “Why are hemorrhoids called hemorrhoids and asteroids called asteroids?”

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Speak Now was released on October 25, 2010 and features songs such as Mine and Dear John.

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Nikon D700 a photographer’s dream, but a wallet’s enemy by tomer gat PhOTOgrAPhy EDITOr

Choosing the right camera is a big decision for any photographer, since finding a camera that fits all of your needs is quite difficult. Nikon, however, has made that decision much easier with the Nikon D700. Incredible performance and durability makes this camera stand out. It was released fit in between Nikon’s existing D3 and D300 models. Although specs can be daunting, the D700 features an ISO range (light sensitivity) of 100-25,600. This enables picture taking from really bright light to extremely dim light. This camera has a shutter speed as fast as 1/8,000 of a second, allowing users to take fast action shots without blurring the picture. It also takes up to eight frames per

second in continuous shooting mode (with optional battery pack) so that you can take multiple action shots in a row. Most appealing to the eye, the D700 features a three-inch LCD display. This results in high light sensitivity, extraordinary field of depth and shutter speed control, which can all be summed up in great photos. The Nikon D700 offers all of the necessities of a professional camera, but still comes equipped with an automatic mode for use by amateur photographers. This camera really does perform. Whether taking pictures of sporting events or a sunset, the D700 results in a high-quality picture. Those familiar with the more consumer-friendly (and cheaper) Nikon dSLr models, such as the Nikon D60 and D90, will find the D700 layout to be quite different. The camera allows users to

control aperture, shutter speed, ISO and white balance with two easy-to-use dials conveniently located where the index finger and thumb are placed. users have full control over these aspects, without having to switch between modes, as is necessary in lower-end models. The camera also comes with many more precise controls for exposure compensation, bracketing and light metering. The most useful tool is the INfO button, a feature that is fairly new to the Nikon brand. This button allows users to view all of the settings of the camera in one place. This is a very nice feature, especially considering the large amount of settings users can control. The D700’s crown jewel is its full-frame sensor, also known as the fX-format sensor. This sensor is the same See D700, Page 10

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Voices What would be your campaign slogan?

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Revelations, surprises and footwear in Cherry Docs By Meghan Ryan VANGUARD STAFF

Cherry Docs is the type of play that surprises and shocks you. Written by a Canadian playwright about the dangers of prejudice and stereotyping, the show premiered in New England this October at the New Repertory Theater. While it could easily have fallen into the anti-racism clichés that plague so many other artistic pieces, this production is kept as fresh as a new pair of shoes. The show opens with its protagonists Mike (Tim Eliot) and Danny (Benjamin Evett) giving a brief anecdote that encompasses their beliefs. Danny describes his diverse neighborhood, while Mike rants about footwear and his favorite types of shoes - cherry red Doc Martens. Their life circumstances in these opening moments are revealed through costumes and props; Mike wears the one-piece outfit of an inmate, while Danny wears the suit and carries the briefcase of a successful lawyer. When each has finished his monologue, the lighting changes from soft incandescent to the harsh fluorescents of a prison, the reality in which they live. The duo swaggers in to meet each other at a table and introduce themselves. Danny is a Jewish lawyer who isn’t shy about his roots, while Mike is a skinhead

who is on trial for attacking an immigrant man. In an ironic twist, doing this first meeting Danny comes off as the aggressive one, verbally attacking Mike for his crime and implying that he would rather be in the prosecution of this case than the defense. For a while, Mike appears to be the victim, at least until he admits to the crime and says that in the ideal world he would have his lawyer “eliminated”. As the play goes on, information is revealed. Mike comes from a poor background and was indoctrinated by the skinheads at a young age. When Mike is with Danny, he speaks with the low confidence of a boy who has discovered that he is on the threshold of manhood. He swaggers in an attempt to show off that he is not afraid of the future, that he has everything under control. However, during his monologues, Eliot’s Mike becomes a different character altogether. He talks fast and manically as his frantic eyes dart around the cell. His movements become quick and jerky, results of his growing insanity in solitary confinement. These episodes of mania are the most revealing about Mike’s character. For all of his faked composure, Mike is still a kid, lost within the struggles of who he is and who he was, grappling with his horror at his crime and with his changing

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The play takes a fresh look on the dangers of stereotyping and prejudices.

attitudes about skinhead theologies. Danny’s struggle is more complicated. He brags about the diverse backgrounds of himself and his wife in an arrogant drawl because he knows that being accepting of others is an admirable quality in today’s politically correct world, and he believes that he possesses that quality. He is on top of the world and believes that he can afford to look down at a criminal, such as his client, Mike. To him, Mike is as different from him as night from day, though they both walk with the same swagger, smoke and fight with the same sort of raw emotion that reveals that neither one is as sure of himself as he seems. Danny and Mike tackle the common ideas of retribution, forgiveness and love.

The New Rep’s timing in releasing this play couldn’t have been more appropriate, with the issues of past versus present, defensiveness versus acceptance and guarded fear versus love taking the center stage in this year’s midterm elections. The unintended consequences of an attitude of fear are also coming through local headlines, perhaps the most recent being the tragic deaths of students harassed for their sexual orientation. While the circumstances of these incidents are still being looked into, it is undeniable that at least one party couldn’t see through the others’ eyes, the way Mike couldn’t see through the eyes of his victim. The New Repertory Theater has created a stirring show with significant themes that anyone could

appreciate. Evett and Eliot brought their characters to life with their fresh take on the issues of racism, forgiveness and acceptance. The climactic scene, when Mike reads aloud his victim’s account of his injuries, stayed in my mind for days afterwards. It was a scene in which an antagonistic character became completely sympathetic, completely open to anything and anyone who would take him in and love him. The tale that Cherry Docs spins, one of a criminal and a lawyer, one of revenge and redemption, is one that has been told a multitude of times in countless different forms. However, the New Repertory Theater’s production of this play has completely revitalized the play to reveal a truly singular take on very universal ideas.

D700 Continued from Page 9 known as the FX-format sensor. This sensor is the same size as a 35mm film camera frame, which allows for larger photos. It is very effective when using wide-angle lenses. However, the beauty of the D700 is that users can switch from a full-frame to a smaller-frame picture with a spin of a dial. Switching to the

smaller frame picture increases frames per second, which comes in very handy when taking action shots because you can take continuous pictures of an event without missing a single moment. Users also have the option to choose which format and size to take their pictures in. The D700 offers JPEG, TIFF and RAW format options. The JPEG format also comes in

The D700 features a full-frame sensor with the option to take smaller-frame pictures.

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three different sizes, and a JPEG + RAW option is available as well. These alternatives allow photographers to adjust image size and type based on their needs. Durability is a must in a high-end camera, and the D700 is as durable as cameras get. The body is made of a magnesium alloy, which is very strong and all-weather sealed to protect the inner workings. The camera also features a self-cleaning sensor, which is very useful. The D700 does have its down sides. The hefty price tag of 2,400 dollars is definitely one, as well as the high price of lenses and accessories. Also, the D700 has space for only one memory card, unlike many other professional cameras which have two memory card slots. But what will bother many people the most is the weight of the camera. The body alone weighs about 2.2 pounds. However, compared to other professional cameras such as the Nikon D3 or Canon 1D Mark III, it is not too heavy. In terms of lenses, the

The INFO button on the D700 displays current camera settings on a brilliant, three-inch display.

Nikon D700 is compatible with most Nikon Nikkor lenses. Many other companies, such as Tamron and Sigma, produce lenses for this camera. There is also a wide variety of accessories available, ranging from external flashes to cleaning kits (a definite must have).

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The D700 offers speed, quality and reliability all in one camera. Although it is a bit pricy, it is a worthwhile expense for the photography enthusiast. Whether you are a Nikon fan, a Canon fan or simply someone who likes to take pictures, trying out the Nikon D700 is must.

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Question: Write about your involvement in your host institution’s community (service learning, sports, a team or club, etc.). How it has contributed to your Education Abroad experience? By Alysha Frank DUBLIN, IRELAND

Dia duit (Hello)! One of the best decisions I’ve made so far this semester was choosing to sign up for Bord na Gaeilge Beginners Irish Language. It’s run as a course, but it’s more of a club. The eight-week, Tuesdaynight sessions are run by a number of facilitators, and there are only about 10 students in each group. My roommate and a few of my other American friends here also participate, but they are in different sections. Taking the class without them has given me the opportunity to branch out and step further out of my comfort zone. All of the Irish students here are expected to take this class up until college as part of their curriculum, so they speak Gaelic fluently. The directors of the program do a

By Christina Menchini ROME, ITALy

At my school in Rome, there are less than 20 students, so the school is pretty much already a club in itself. There is only one club for all of us - The Italian Club. The club has events almost every week. There are day trips and also many other activities through the club. Seeing as there are already so few students in the school, we all hang out already, so it is nice to have organized activities. I have gone on two day trips with the club. The trips are only 15 Euros and include lunch and transportation. The first trip was to Abruzzo National Park. We went for a hike and saw a beautiful view of the park. Then we had a fresh cooked lunch with all-natural products. They showed us how they make cheese there, too. At the end of the day, we got to see bears. The next trip I went on was to Bomarzo Monster Park. The park was built by a

great job of offering opportunities to practice our Irish through culture nights when we are able to mingle with other beginners as well as fluent speakers. A couple of weeks back, an Irish dance workshop was offered to those in the program, and it was so much fun. It was definitely something I had wanted to do here, but it’s not offered as a regular program at the school. Next week, there’s an opportunity to go to an Irish night at a club where there will be a concert. Although I’m only able to maintain a short conversation with a native speaker, I feel more connected to the culture because of it. The language itself is a little uncomfortable to me. It is not a Romance language, so it has a different sound than other languages I’ve learned. Speaking out loud is a little unnerving when unsure of

Notes from Abroad pronunciation, especially when the other students around are unfamiliar, but the awkwardness unites us, and through it, I’ve been able to make some new friends! I definitely would have regretted passing up this great opportunity, so I am glad I decided to take part in it. People in pubs really do appreciate our effort to learn because they know it’s not easy to start learning any new language at this age, and it’s always a fun conversation starter. Before arriving, I had no idea Gaelic was still spoken, but I can see that’s it’s very much alive, and people are proud of that. Until next time, slán (bye)!

This language course offers different field trips, like to pubs, which are great for practicing.

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prince for his wife who had died. It was filled with statues and buildings shaped like monsters. I really enjoyed walking around the park. After the park, we went to a winery called Tri Botti for a wine tasting and lunch. The wine was great; it was all natural with nothing added to it. We also tried honey made by the winery. For lunch, we ate with the owner of the winery and his family. They had a donkey that we got to meet and play with. Other things we have done with the club include meeting real Italian students, visiting the sites in Rome, wine tasting and dinners in Rome. All of the activities are meant to get the students to live more like Romans and really see the Italian culture.

Check out all of your study abroad options at the Cronin Office of International Education in Adamian 161 Bomarzo Monster Park has many different monster-shaped buildings and statues.

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Horoscopes Vanguard Staff

Aries (March 21-April 19) Money may be a little tight but that’s not going to inhibit your fun. Play a game that’s free. Get some exercise. Taurus (April 20-May 20) Do something good for the environment this week. Pick up a can and throw it in a recycling bin it’s not as difficult as you think. Gemini (May 21-June 21) Advice from your partner may not have been solicited, but it’s coming. Don’t resist - listen and learn. This will come in handy. Cancer (June 22-July 22) Your attention is being diverted from romance to business again. Hopefully you’re rested up by now, ‘cause there’s money to be made. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Conditions are changing in your favor slightly, but it’s appreciated. You’ll find it easier to get the straight facts and honest feedback for the next few weeks. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Little chores around the house demand more of your attention. You can finally get rid of some of that stuff that’s been blocking your space. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Make time to sit around with your friends and catch up on the latest news. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) The promises of wealth are abundant, but don’t fall for an old trick. Just because the person you’re serving has plenty, don’t assume they’ll share. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) A crazy friend is trying to get you to jump the fence and run. You’d love to do it, too, and by tomorrow the feeling is even worse. Hold off until after quitting time. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) For the next several weeks, it’s important to keep what you’ve learned to yourself. Continue to improve new skills, but don’t go public with them, yet. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) A rather obnoxious adversary wants to boss you around. Amazingly, this person could become a very good friend. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Use your imagination to fulfill an unusual request. This doesn’t have to be difficult.

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April’s Advice Your Questions Answered! Question: I have four exams next week, an interview, two meetings, a presentation and of course all of my regular classes to attend. I don’t even know where to start and what to work on. I’m so stressed out, and I have a headache and feel sick. I don’t understand how to deal with everything and how other people seem to manage it all so much better than I do. How can I handle my stress? Exams, quizzes, homework, projects, meetings, interviews, papers and presentations - why do they all seem to fall on the same days? It is easy to feel overwhelmed and anxious during the days leading up to these events. However, you’re not the only one who feels this way. It’s easy to throw your hands up and let all of your anxiety and nervousness get to you. What is the worst that will happen this week? What if you do poorly on an exam? No one will think less of you if you do, and if they do then they’re not worth your time to begin with. I promise the sun will come up the next morning. More importantly, I promise that in 10 years you will realize that one grade has not affected you in the long run and does not matter. However, let me toss out some ideas for how to deal with the stress now and hopefully one of them will work for you. Just stop for a minute and

think of how lucky you are to be you. You’re at a good school and you’re going to come out of Bentley with a great degree and you will find a job. Everyone gets overwhelmed at times, and maybe some people do poorly because of it, but if you’re the type of person who cares about your work then you will recover from any bumps in the road. When you wake up in the morning, think of something positive about your life and value that one thing. Remind yourself of how great of a person you are, or how talented you are, or how amazing your hair looks. I’m sure you can find something to be happy about. This will help set the mood for the day and get you off to a good start. Please YouTube “Jessica’s Daily Affirmation.”That is what you need to do every morning. Talk to someone about your busy schedule and let it all out. Keeping your stress and emotions bottled up will only make things worse. Set a schedule everyday and find out which activities are most important. Forget about everything else you need to do and focus on one thing at a time. If you look at everything that you need to get done all at once, it will seriously drive you insane. So, cut it out and don’t do it. Set a limit on the amount of time that you will spend on that activity and then move on. You can

B Well Informed: Four Loko Inquiry My friend told me that a college banned Four Loko from their campus. Is it really that bad for you, or is it OK in moderation? Dear Loco for Loko, That’s a great question. In fact, one can of Four Loko has the alcohol equivalent of fivebeers and percentage wise – 12 percent alcohol. It is also loaded with sugar and calories – actually 60 grams of sugar and 660 calories – this amount equals five to six bowls of sugary cereal. This product also contains more caffeine than a large soda or coffee. Caffeine keeps students awake longer but also dehydrates them. It can mask the depressant effects of alcohol, causing someone to think they are less intoxicated than they really are. The combination of alcohol and caffeine in this product can produce a dangerous increase in the BAC, or blood alcohol content, in the bloodstream. As a result, there is a greater risk for alcohol toxicity and death. You ask whether this product can be used in moderation. Actually, moderate drinking is defined as consuming less than two alco-

holic beverages per sitting. Binge drinking is defined as consuming more than five drinks. Because one can of Four Loko equals five standard drinks, consuming just one can of Four Loko equates to binge drinking. Because several college students have been hospitalized after useing this product, Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley has just announced that her office will be investigating premixed alcoholic energy drinks. Some campuses in the U.S. have also banned these substances from campuses because of the toxic effects. Wake Forest University found that students who mixed alcohol and caffeine had twice as high of an incidence of dangerous consequences including injuries, acute alcohol poisoning and being taken advantage of sexually than those who drank alcohol without caffeine. A snapshot of the study can be found at cspinet.org/new/pdf/obrien.pd f. We will continue to have information on our website to keep you informed about these products. If you have

By April Gammal come back to it at the end of the day if you have the time. Someone once told me, “Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference.” You need to realize and accept the things which you cannot change. You can’t change the fact that you have all of those things due in one week. However, you can push everything aside and start working on one thing at a time. Find a moment to take a chocolate break. (Just a small one though.) Chocolate releases endorphins which can lower stress levels. Plus, who doesn’t feel better after chocolate? Since we’re on the subject of food, stay away from caffeine. It has been known to raise stress levels, so stick to something simple like water. Something else to remember is that if you don’t feed your body you will not have the energy or ability to focus on your work. Take a break, lie down and listen to music. Try to clear your mind from everything and focus on the music playing. Hopefully one or more of these things will help you this week. I know it can be difficult, but you will get through it and you will be okay. You’ve done it before and you can do it now. Take charge of your work and focus on one thing at a time.

Presented By The Center for Health and Wellness questions about alcohol, premixed alcoholic energy drinks or are concerned about yourself or a friend, please call Jessica Traue, assistant director for Wellness and Coordinator of Alcohol and Other Drugs Education at 781-891-2222, or e-mail her at jtraue@bentley.edu for a confidential appointment. -B-Well Informed Do you have a question about health, dieting, fitness, alcohol, drugs or sex that you always wanted to ask? If you’re thinking about it, chances are another student is too. The Center for Health and Wellness is sponsoring a regularly featured column and we want to hear your questions or concerns. All identifying information will remain confidential. To submit a question for consideration, please e-mail jtraue@bentley.edu with “B Well Informed” in the subject line. Be sure to check out “Bentley University Health and Wellness” on facebook at facebook.com/#!/pages/Bent ley-University-Health-andWellness/117387441643982? ref=ts for weekly wellness tips, program information, and more.

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Alumni Experience

Alumna Kristin Lasser, Class of 2010

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Interview for Alumni Spotlight Kristin Lasser Major: Marketing Where has your Bentley degree landed you professionally today? Ironically, upon graduating Bentley in May with degrees in Marketing and Global Perspectives: Commerce & Culture. I was offered a position in the Professional Development Program at State Street in Boston, MA. When starting my college career at Bentley I entered the school as a Marketing major, but during my junior year, when it came time to declare a major, I was persuaded to give a go at Finance and found

SGA Speaks The fall semester is pretty busy for SGA, with numerous events going on and being hosted or co-sponsored by our organization. Falcon Fest, which was held over Homecoming Weekend, was sponsored by CAB, and among other student organizations, SGA also hosted a table at the event. This year we decided to go with something different, and we set-up a sand art table. To our delight, the table was a huge hit and the students and visiting families really enjoyed the activity, despite the cold temperatures and wind. All in all, with the other activities, music and food, the event was a pretty big success. On October 27, the annual Majors and Minors night was hosted by SGA in conjunction with the Office of Academic Services. This year the theme was Major Construction/Minor Additions. As always, the turnout was fantastic, with over 500 students in attendance. It provided a great opportunity for students to learn more about the majors, minors and LSMs offered at Bentley and what the various requirements for completing each one of them are. November 4 is SGA’s Annual Fall Roundtable Dinner. This is the time of year when we invite

myself a little less than unhappy. So, at the very beginning of my senior year I found myself “starting over” and returning to the major I had first set out to study. I was able to squeeze all 24 of my major-concentrated credits along with the rest of the credits I was required to complete in order to graduate into my final two semesters. I developed great relationships with many of the Marketing professors at Bentley, and through that was able to obtain exceptional internship opportunities with the Boston Celtics, Avenue100 Media Solutions and Boston Music Spotlight to name a few. So, how did I end up with a position in Finance at State Street? Networking. I have had the pleasure of meeting a lot of great individuals over the years at Bentley-sponsored events, but most memorably at an event I attended this past Spring hosted by the Bentley Women’s Leadership Institute. The event featured Gloria Cordes Larson as a guest speaker, followed by table conversations with a mixed group of women at each - faculty, staff, undergraduate students and a select group of senior executive women. I was seated next to Amy Whittaker, a State Street

By Sucheta Desai various faculty, staff and administrators from around campus, as well as fellow student leaders, to come together with us over dinner and discuss some of the things that we have been working on. We look for feedback and suggestions from our guests on what they would like us to work on and how we can best accomplish the current tasks at hand. This year our three main focuses are Sustainability, the new GB Core and Student Life issues, and this includes the shuttle service, our TV cable provider and the new changes and housing-related concerns. Lastly, SGA, along with many other cultural organizations, will be co-sponsoring Food Fest on November 15 as part of Culture Fest. This is an awesome opportunity to learn more about other cultures and sample a variety of ethnic food from all over the world. Overall, quite a bit is taking place right now, but it is a fun and exciting time for SGA. As always, if you have any feedback or questions for us, be sure to check out our website at BentleySGA.com, as well as our Facebook page at facebook.com/pages/ WalthamMA/Student-GovernmentA s s o c i a t i o n SGA/160959207173?v=wall.

vice president who also happens to head up the Professional Development Program and the rest is history… What did you needlessly worry about in your senior year? Finding my dream job! I could not even count the number of times I visited the Career Services office, attended networking events and career fairs, participated in company course projects, checked the BentleyLink website, used every resource I had to apply to every company or job I found interesting and the spent hours in the CMT during my four years at Bentley. In the end it all paid off! What was the most valuable lesson learned during your senior year? As cliché as it may sound, “Everything happens for a reason.” As I told you my story that unfolded over the four years I spent at Bentley, I really believe that this is true. That does not go without saying that you still have to take advantage of every opportunity that presents itself, even if it is not as glamorous or as appealing as you may want. During my senior year I fully immersed

myself in my courses and class projects. I sometimes spent 10 hours at a time in the CMT, or had to miss a Thursday night at Skellig. Although I found a career in the last place I was looking, it has been one of the greatest experiences of my life thus far. What is your favorite senior year memory? The Bahamas! What more could any senior in college ask for? The Atlantis, fun in the sun, 500 of your classmates, water slides, beach activities, the “coconut man” and so much more... Not many college students can say they have ever experienced a week like this to close out their college career. All joking aside, Bentley does a phenomenal job in putting this trip together every year and it is definitely worth every penny. How did you celebrate Homecoming this year? Although the Homecoming Football game is what my roommates and I were looking forward to most, we sadly could not experience it this year. However, that did not prevent us from making a trip back to Bentley. Since my roommates from Bentley and I now live together

Greek Speak When asked if I was interested in writing this week’s Greek Speak column for The Vanguard, I was excited and honored. In my last week as the assistant director of Student Activities/Director of Greek Life Programs at Bentley University, I appreciated that they were offering me the opportunity to reflect on my time here. I had so many things I wanted to say but, surprisingly, it was actually difficult to put all of the thoughts and feelings into words. I am truly excited about my next endeavor as the director of Greek Life at George Washington University, but the more I realize I’m saying goodbye to the Bentley community the more difficult it is becoming. When I first came to Bentley in June of 2008, the fraternal community was a very different place. There were strong individual student leaders and chapters with rich history, but there was something lacking. The sense of community among the fraternal organizations just wasn’t there. I believe members could probably recite their rituals, creeds and mottos, but I’m not sure they honestly felt a connection to them on a higher level. Students were proud of their

in Harvard Square, we were nostalgic riding the Harvard Shuttle to Bentley on Saturday to spend the day with friends on campus and others that also returned for Homecoming weekend. We were able to attend a few events on campus, such as the Women’s Rugby game, the Men’s Soccer game and some of the dance performances, and we were able to grab a snack at one of our favorite Bentley spots, Boloco (Currito). The night continued at our “Zero Year Reunion” sponsored by our Senior Class Cabinet at Tequila Rain, where we got to catch up with friends we had not seen since graduation. Any “words of wisdom” for the Class of 2011? The biggest piece of advice I could give to the Class of 2011 and any of the other future Bentley classes is to take advantage of every opportunity Bentley provides you with. Although I am sure a lot of you are “needlessly worrying” about the same thing that I did, do not forget to enjoy every moment of your time remaining at Bentley because will in fact be the best four years of your life - at least it was the best four years of mine.

By Christina Witkowicki

chapter, but they couldn’t really verbalize why without using the same tired statistics and arguments that we hear so often about Fortune 500 CEOs and presidents and philanthropy dollars raised. I think some of the deeper meaning behind these organizations had been left behind. The community is in a very different place today. Our members understand the missions of their organizations and work hard to integrate those values into their everyday lives. They are challenging each other to be who they say they will be and are having greater conversations involving should/shouldn’t as opposed to can/can’t. Their programs, events and meetings are reflecting more about the four pillars they were founded on: Scholarship, leadership, service and brotherhood/sisterhood. The three councils have all become much stronger, reflecting the strength of the chapters as well as fueling the chapters to continue to grow and prosper. We have added new opportunities for membership at Bentley, starting with Sigma Pi and continuing with Sigma Beta Rho and Hermandad de Sigma Iota Alpha Sorority Inc., and looking to the future with historically black or culturally

based fraternities and sororities gaining interest and momentum at Bentley. Together we have built a much stronger and tighter community. Over the last two-and-a-half years here, I have been blessed to work with such talented and passionate students. It has been my experience that it is rare in higher education to find students who will so reasonably and professionally debate with faculty and staff members on a variety of topics. However, I have always found that with Bentley students. They always accepted challenges and were prepared to challenge me in return. I had never before needed to be as ready and prepared for a meeting with research and notes as I have had to be with Bentley students. Their intelligence and natural leadership have made me learn to be better at my job. For that I am truly grateful. The momentum of progress within the fraternity and sorority community at Bentley University has just begun. There is so much potential within these students, leaders, chapters and councils. I am tremendously excited to see where else the community goes in the future.

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SOCCER Continued from Page 1 Graduate student Bill Nussdorfer saw his free kick from 25 yards barely sail over the cross bar early in the second half that could have put the Falcons on the board. New Haven got a good look early in the second as well, but saw their shot clank off the crossbar harmlessly. In the 71st and 72nd minutes, the Falcons let two more great chances slip through their grasp as Brennan DaCosta ripped a beautiful shot in the box that barely flew over the crossbar, and junior Ryan Miamis took a shot off a well-played cross that just went over the bar as

Captain Bill Nussdorfer clears the ball.

well. Falcon fans thought they were witnessing a New Haven goal in the 75th minute when New Haven crossed the ball in from the right wing and took a beautiful shot that beat Bentley’s star goalie Mike Nikiforov, but nailed the crossbar and bounced away, keeping the Bentley dream alive. The Falcons did not give New Haven another good chance to score for the rest of the game, and when the contest went into overtime, Bentley wasted little time finishing off the Chargers. Only about five minutes in, DaCosta fed Zeiner on a beautiful corner and Zeiner flawlessly headed it past the

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New Haven goalie to give the Falcons the victory. The Falcons got six shots off compared to only one for New Haven, controlling much of the game. The shutout marked the sixth in a row for Nikiforov, who has proven to be one of the top goalies in the NE-10. The Falcons have not lost a game since October 9 and they haven’t given up a goal since a 1-1 tie with the number-one team in the country, Franklin Pierce, on October 12. Unfortunately, that last loss came against Southern Connecticut, the team they will be playing on Friday, in the two teams’ only meeting of the regular season. The Southern Connecticut Owls received votes in the last NSCAA National Poll, but they were not ranked and neither were the Falcons. The Owls come into this game having not lost since October 2. They defeated Stonehill in a matchup of the two and seven seeds in the NE-10 Tournament to reach their game against the Falcons. The Owls finished the regular season with a 9-2-2 record in Conference play and a 13-2-2 record overall, while the Falcons ended up with a record of 7-1-5 in Conference and 11-2-5 overall. The matchup of the three and four seeds seems as if it will be a close game on paper. The Falcons’ founda-

Junior Chris Gardner heads the ball away.

tion is built on solid defense, while Southern Connecticut is built around consistent play. Both teams have given up only 11 goals all year, and the Owls have only scored two more goals than Bentley all year. Whoever wins this game will most likely go on to face Franklin Pierce, the numberone team in the nation. The Ravens boast the 2010 Northeast-10 Men’s Soccer Player of the Year in defenseman Tom Reilly and will be tough for anyone to beat, nevermind anyone in the NE-10. In fact, Franklin Pierce would have an unblemished record in Northeast-10 play this year if it weren’t for

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their tie with the Falcons. Bentley has already proven they can keep up with the Ravens, and that could give them a mental edge should they make it to the Conference finals. The first order of business for the Falcons, however, is to take care of business against Southern Connecticut. The game will be on Friday at Southern Connecticut and the finals will be held on Sunday, regardless of who is playing. Watch for a tight game on Friday and if this young team can play great defense and generate the kind of opportunities they found against New Haven, watch for them to put up fireworks.

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