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Police log Trees on Trees on Trees On November 30, an RA reported that students may have been smoking weed outside or Oak Hall. When police arrived, no students were found puffing the magic dragon. As a few of you might know, smoking marijuana is illegal in these parts. However, if Bentley really wants to stop students from blowing trees, why are seven of the nine freshman dorms named Alder, Birch, Cedar, Elm, Maple, Oak and Spruce? If suspicious odors are such a problem, why does the entire campus smell like manure whenever some landscaping is done? If Bentley is that concerned about students being high, then why was it built on a hill? Obviously, marijuana has a distinct, interrupting smell, but the tone at the top seems kind of fishy, too.
have an ant problem, we have a freshman problem. Accept the ants as your friends, and your life will improve dramatically.
Ants Being Birches On the first of December, Facilities was notified of an ant problem in Birch. Ants in trees, big shocker there right? Nonetheless, there are many ways in which these ants could provide us with some sort of value. If Bentley starts charging students to have cable, maybe we could use the ants’ antennae to pick up another local signal. Their antennae could also help people to get cell phone service in more remote areas, such as the Service-Learning Center. Last, but not least, throwing ants at people is a great way to say “get away from me, the restraining order is still pending.” The way we see it, we don’t
Want a Soda, Pop? University Police received a call last Tuesday reporting that an elderly man was causing a disturbance. Apparently, the man was rummaging through a dumpster on campus in search of bottles and cans. When an officer responded, however, our old friend was nowhere to be found, furtively avoiding the wrath of the law. However, there is no need to worry, students of Bentley University. While cops failed to bottleup this Sprite old hag this time around, they’ll be sure to Dew the right thing and throw his butt in the can when he fizzes up again. No rest until we capture the Fanta-m of the Dumpster!
byePhone A student walked into the Police Station to report that his iPhone was stolen. Unfortunately, this student was sadly mistaken. He left his iPhone on a library table, and (gasp!) it wasn’t there the next day. Now he doesn’t know where it is, and he can’t seem to track it down. Now, shouldn’t there be an app for that? Isn’t there an app for everything? If this person’s iPhone has turned into a youPhone, please return it to the Police Station. Say you randomly found it while volunteering, or something. Remember, Santa’s watching.
Someone Call Ski Patrol! Last Wednesday, University Police was notified by a rather disturbed student that there appeared to be an offensive, anti- Semitic image painted on a rock behind Collins Hall. The distasteful image was painted in bright gold spray paint and was prominently displayed for everyone to see. When closely examined, however, it was determined that the image was actually the logo for the Ski and Snowboard Club and not a hurtful, Nazi symbol. Well, skiers and snowboarders are at it again. First they single-handedly account for the tragic death of one of the greatest actresses of all time (Natasha Richardson, mother in The Parent Trap), next they make us root for the scariest ginger since Carrot Top (Shaun White), and now this? The nerve of these people…just painting huge logos that look like swastikas all over our school like they own the place. Well guess what? Not anymore! Your reign is over! Get your skis/boards out, ‘cause here comes a blizzard of bad public opinion…MWAHAHA! Light up the Forest Last Monday afternoon, a Resident Director reported that two males claimed that the smoke detectors in their room had been tampered with while they were away. A University Police officer validated this claim, and also discovered drugs and drug paraphernalia littering the room. Apparently, one or more of these boys’
roommates had been using the room as their own, personal weed pad over the holiday and had failed to notify his roommates of his plan. The violators will be judicially charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and tampering with fire equipment. These reporters believe that this was merely a minor misunderstanding. The gentlemen were probably under the impression that they actually lived in a forest, where it is “ok” to smoke. Such a situation can happen when you live in an eight-man suite. Guys: Just because your roommates smell like apes and your common room is as clean as a swamp doesn’t mean that you are actually living in a real forest. It can be tricky, but try to keep that in mind next time you light - up there. DOCUMENTED FRESHMAN PUKE COUNT: At last, the torrid puking streak comes to an end. After two straight weeks in the double digits, the frosh chucked up a deuce this week, pun certainly intended. These two barfs bring the semester total to 57. You guys have one more weekend before finals start… Do you have any puke left in you? This is the fourth quarter, kids… Leave it all on the toilet! And in the stairwells. And the halls…
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World-changing news stories in 2011: A brief recap of events By Leslie Dias Editor
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It is easy to be at Bentley and be consumed by the “Bentley bubble.”It can appear as though the world outside of the intersection of Forest Street and Beaver Street does not exist, and we go about our merry way up the Smith stairs and to the classes, people and drama that have become the norm for us. However, there are many news highlights that capture even the attention of the most oblivious audiences, and those images are plastered on this week’s front page. In a tribute to a year with good, bad and everything in between, like the rest, 2011 was a year for the books. So, if you’ve been living under a rock for the past year, here are some of the highlights. For starters, we all faced the “Snowpocalypse” this past January and February, with a snowfall of 35 inches after just one storm in some areas of Massachusetts, and snow storms after snow storms hitting states all over the country. Concurrently, the world got their first look at the Middle East uprisings, starting in Egypt and Tunisia. Protesters fought gruesome battles for democracy against long standing dictatorships. The uprisings continue in several other Middle Eastern countries, including Libya, Syria, Bahrain and Yemen. In March, Japan was hit simultaneously with a tsunami and an earthquake. Coming in as the sixth largest earthquake since 1900, the earthquake set off the deadly tsunami that swept the shores of Northern Japan. With
A tsunami devastated Japan in March 2011, taking thousands of lives. The initial earthquake also triggered a nuclear disaster.
death counts in the thousands and an estimated cost of $300 billion, it was one of the costliest disasters of all time. Mother Nature continued her disaster reign in the U.S. in May with the Joplin, Missouri tornado causing Missouri’s largest insurance payout in the state’s history from the storm’s damage. May began with the announcement that on May 1, 2011, Osama Bin Laden had indeed been found and killed by U.S. Navy Seals. With triumphant outbursts happening all over the country, Bentley University made its appearance on CNN’s top university celebrations for Bin Laden’s death. June brought much jubilation in Boston when the Boston Bruins took home
Protestors rioted for better job protection in the European Union in Brussels in March.
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the Stanley Cup, being the last of the four Boston sport teams to win a championship in the past seven years. The LGBTQ community made strides this summer with gay marriage being legalized in the state of New York in June, and in July, a group of U.S. service members marched in the gay pride parade in San Diego, leading an unprecedented step for gay and lesbian personnel in the U.S. military. On July 22, 2011, Norway experienced two terrorist attacks in the same day, one happening at the government headquarters and the other at a summer camp supported by Norway’s Labour Party. The attack killed over 70 civilians. The beginning of what
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has now been labeled the European Debt Crisis ignited this summer in July with a new round of bailouts failing to calm the markets in Europe. The economic condition of Europe has not gained its momentum yet and is still currently facing issues in its banking sectors. Also in July, the music world mourned the death of Amy Winehouse, British singer-songwriter, after she was found dead in her home in London, England. Contrary to what some may believe with the confusion surrounding the riots in England, Amy Winehouse’s death was not the cause. Although the riots seem to have begun in relation to a police shooting of a London man in August, reasons for the riots are contributed to
For the first time, gay service members are able to openly march in a gay pride parade without fear of repercussions.
several political, social and economic factors faced by the English citizens. Hurricane Irene touched down on the East Coast of the U.S. in late August, causing widespread destruction, an estimated damage of $10-15 billion and 56 deaths. September 11, 2011 marked the 10-year anniversary of the 9/11/2001 terrorist attacks. With the announcement of Bin Laden’s death earlier in the year, Americans could finally gather some kind of justice from the monumental attacks. September was also marked by beginning of the Occupy movement which started on New York City’s Wall Street. With demonstrations springing up in cities and university campuses all over the United States, the movement is against social and economic inequalities and unemployment. They use the tagline, “We are the 99 percent” to bring attention to the growing financial disparity between the rich and the poor in the U.S. The death of Steve Jobs, the CEO of Apple, Inc. and one of the foremost leaders in innovation, has ended the year on a more somber note. The business world looks for others to follow in Jobs’ very large footsteps. And how can we forget those interesting discussions that took place mid2011 claiming that the world was in fact ending on May 21? The discussion led by American Christian radio host, Harold Camping, was backed by religious evidence that predicted the world would come to an end. Luckily, we can wait until next year’s last edition of The Vanguard in December 2012. Have fun with that recap, Sindhu.
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editoriaL Farewell to The Vanguard To the Bentley community, It is hard to believe I am writing my farewell letter to an organization that has given me so much these past four years. As one of the most dynamic organizations on campus, The Vanguard takes the effort of so many individuals on a weekly basis to produce a collection of all their work into one paper. Being able to oversee and organize all of these members this past year has taught me a great deal about the depths of leadership and management and how difficult and rewarding it can be. Even with every good intention, the newspaper will inevitably offend members of our community, and to be honest, this will happen until news sources do not exist anymore. But the most important thing is that as an organization, we have brought news and information to campus for 48 years now and I could not be happier that I have contributed to four of them. Not only has the organization itself taught me about the university I love and the people who make a difference on this campus, but the people who I have worked with within the organization have inspired me with their dedication and passion. To work so closely with the 15 individuals on the executive board has made my job at times easier and at others times challenging, but I wouldn’t trade the time I’ve spent with them for anything else. To those of you who help each Tuesday and Wednesday in production - Alyson, Tomer and Jeff - the paper would not get out each week without you three. Even amidst the chaos of Wednesdays, I looked forward to coming every Wednesday to
the office to create a new paper and especially to belting out and reenacting some Beyonce. I can honestly say, picking up my own copy of The Vanguard every Thursday afternoon makes all the aggravation and hard work on Wednesday worth it. To the business team - John, Greg, Brian and Brandon – being able to put so much trust in your abilities to run this organization financially in such a seamless manner has made my job on that end simple and given me the ability to focus on areas of the paper. To the section editors – Sindhu, Emily, Phil, Robbie, Lindsay, Lacey and Ian – the collection of your efforts fuel the paper each week. To have so much dedication to getting stories and writing articles and editorials with relevance and meaning to the Bentley community is the essence of what a university newspaper is there for, and you all go above and beyond your responsibilities weekly. I am truly grateful to have such an amazing executive board to work with each week. I wish all the success to our new editor in chief, Sindhu Palaniappan, who will be able to expand the newspaper and this organization in directions it has never seen before. Her vision and talents will bring this organization and its product to all areas of the campus. To my family, friends and roommates, who have supported me throughout my time as editor in chief and helped me to remember to take in the experience in its entirety because as I see now, it has gone by faster than I could have ever imagined. To the Bentley community, and more specifically Bentley’s student organizations and their
leaders, I am beyond grateful of your cooperation with our organization as we have tried to educate and expand the perspectives of all those who have read our newspaper and we couldn’t have accomplished that without your aid. To Judy Rakowsky, our journalism advisor, you have been an unbelievable mentor to me and I have learned so much from your breadth of journalism knowledge. It would have been impossible for me to be rational sometimes without your advice and guidance and phone calls late on Wednesday evenings. And to Jon McColgan, thank you for all your help my first semester as Editor in Chief. I appreciate all your guidance during those first challenging months. To Maria, Nicole, Paul and Doreen, thank you all for your help through Student Life and your willingness to support and give resources for our organization to carry out its mission to bring news and knowledge to the campus. It feels impossible to put my experience as being a member of The Vanguard and ultimately, the editor in chief, into one neat, culminating editorial. Being a part of any organization for so long stirs honest emotions and affections, and to leave The Vanguard behind feels like leaving behind a part of my Bentley experience which in turn will begin my whole process of saying goodbye to a university I have grown to truly love. Thank you to all of you who have read The Vanguard each week and will continue to do so in the future. Sincerely, Leslie Dias Editor in Chief
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Letter to the editor Dear Editor, As business students, I am sure we each recognize that December is one of the busiest times of the year. The season of gift-giving is about to begin, companies are looking to get out of the red and into the black, and students are ready for winter festivities. As the year approaches a close, I would like to make a request of the Bentley Community. Let’s individually consider learning about a new cause and donating to it. I realize it’s a lot easier to just give a dollar to St. Jude’s hospital when they ask you at the Ann Taylor register or to throw your change in the red metal collector as people ring jingle bells for the Salvation Army. At the same time, there are many charitable organizations that equally merit recognition and could also put your hard-earned money to good use. More importantly, in learning about a non-profit organization you may find a cause that better reflects your interests. For me personally the Central Asia Institute is one of the causes I support. It works to empower communities of Central Asia by sponsoring infrastructure projects and building schools. I specifically like how the organization invests to achieve higher literacy and education, especially for girls, in these remote communities. This “teach a man to fish” concept allows the communities to develop a sustainable process to
improve their standard of living. I am not expecting everyone to identify with this specific cause, but I am sure that there is an organization that reflects the varying ideals on this campus. For those who sympathize with the food security plight in the world, they may consider giving to Heifer International. For someone whose cause is closer to home, maybe a local shelter could use a couple of your cans. I have a couple of suggestions for those who are looking into a new cause. Understand who the beneficiaries of the donations are. Are they entire families? Individuals? What does the money actually do? Then find out how much money you donate actually benefits the people. Some organizations have a heavy administrative cost which means that not all of your donation will make it to the people in need. So as we all hit the registers and buy gifts for the holidays, we will undoubtedly hear, “Would you like to donate x dollars to x charity? It’s for a great cause!” However, if that cause does not reflect your own values and does not serve the cause you want, do not feel obligated to donate to it. There are plenty of institutions around the world that address your philanthropic belief and with a little research your thoughtful gift can go a long way. Sincerely, Edith Joachimpillai
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Adderall shortage recognized as drug continues to be abused By Lacey Nemergut News editor
With finals in sight, many Bentley students have begun cramming for their tight schedules of exams. This finals season, many who are prescribed and not prescribed for the drug, Adderall, are feeling even more pressure with such a stressful time approaching and this type of stimulant, out of stock. Given the nickname “academic steroid”, the drug increases level of focus and productivity, helping to eliminate any inclination to give in to frivolous distraction. “I have been prescribed Adderall (or its equivalent) on and off since elementary school, yet it wasn’t until college that I began to take it regularly, as prescribed,” said Carl Forziati, a senior. “Before I came to Bentley, I really only took it when I had to (or when I was ‘forced’ to), at first because I didn’t like the way it made me feel. Adderall has a host of side effects, but arguably the worst, for me at least, was that it seemed to strip me of what made me ‘human’ when I was under its influence; some say they feel like a zombie when prescribed it for their ADHD, I would say I felt more like a machine.” “Some of my students have reported how difficult this has been,” said Stephanie Brodeur, coordinator of Disability Services. “They are forced to try different medications, or a different type of Adderall (extended-release versus instantrelease), and this can impact their studying, it can disrupt their routine (when they take their medication), they can experience different side effects, and the change may be hard on their body.” Elliot Gordon, a senior, shared his personal experi-
The Adderall shortage sheds light on the underlying issue of the amount of Adderall that is abused constantly by non-prescribers.
ences. “The DEA [Drug E n f o r c e m e n t Administration] sets annual quotas on the production of controlled substances like amphetamine (the active ingredient in Adderall), but is slow to respond when they underestimate the aggregate need. I had to call eight different pharmacies just to find a substitute for Adderall.” “It is a very complicated situation, one that has pitted big pharma against big government. The drug manufacturers say that DEA quotas on the active ingredient in the drug prevent them from producing more stock until 2012,” said senior Elliot Gordon. “The DEA says that the quota is adequate and the manufacturers’ distribution patterns are to blame. This situation is an irksome reminder that government bureaucracy can interrupt millions of lives before the spotlight of public scrutiny can be ignited.” The root of the problem is
distribution of the drug as oppose to a physical pharmaceutical shortage. This includes both legal and illegal means of distribution. Adderall is often used illegally by college and high school students looking to increase their productivity. The most common users revealed by the study were white male undergraduates at highly competitive schools, especially concentrated in the Northeast area. “I think people who abuse it think because it’s a prescribed drug that it’s safe,” said Jessica Traue, assistant director for Health and Wellness and coordinator of Alcohol and Other Drugs Education. Although the last data sampling conducted by the American College Health Association done in the Spring of 2011 revealed that students asked within the last 12 months if they had taken any prescription drugs that weren’t prescribed to them revealed that out of
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105,781 responses only 7.8 percent revealed that they had, this study was conducted nationally and not specific to a certain school or major concentration. However, Traue said, “I don’t think that there’s research that’s been done [specifically] at a business school,” where the atmosphere is often overly competitive. “Anecdotally, I will say that I’ve met with students who have admitted to using a drug that wasn’t prescribed [revealing] having really negative side effects and not liking it,” said Traue. However, despite this common assumption, Traue detailed numerous common and uncommon side effects associated with the drug. Her greatest concern was the fact that unsubscribed users
lack medical examination and full analysis of their physical health. The drug may react with other prescribed medicines or aggravate a preexisting condition. According to the FDA’s website, what doctors prescribe as the immediaterelease Adderall, as opposed to the extended-release Adderall, is in shortage. Immediate-release gives users immediate temporary results. “The immediate release [Adderall] may be more likely to be abused because the effects of it are more immediate,” said Jessica Traue, assistant director for Health and Wellness and coordinator of Alcohol and Other Drugs Education. “Somebody who is on top of their studying, their sleep and their time management isn’t going to put themselves in a situation where they would need to take a drug to aid in studying [unless prescribed],” said Traue. “Some overwhelming feelings and academic stress come from poor time management or not having a positive stress outlet. Almost 30 percent of college students cite stress as a contributor to a lowered grade. Things can seem a lot more daunting if someone procrastinates, is overly focused on work and doesn’t have balance. To manage stress in addition to managing your time, I do suggest some sort of outlet…taking advantage of intramurals, signing up for a fitness class, attending an arts program all of these can help with stress and reduce the [perceived] need to take a drug that is not prescribed to you as an academic aid.” SPECIALS: 2 for 1 men’s haircuts, 1/2 OFF any Color, $5 OFF w/ school ID
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Message from President Larson after recent scandals at other schools By Kristin Tomasi VANGUARD STAff
On December 1, President Gloria Larson sent an e-mail to the Bentley community in response to the recent Penn State and Syracuse University scandals. She began by reminding readers, “Difficult situations like this are also an opportunity to reinforce the ideals and priorities that a community holds dear.” She then summarized pertinent sections of the Bentley Beliefs for students and the Code of Ethics for Faculty and Staff. These ideals remind the Bentley community that “we are all responsible for the health and safety of our members and guests on campus.” President Larson urged readers to be a “caring colleague, classmate, roommate and community member and act when you think something inappropriate or wrong is taking place.” She further reminded readers that “we hold everyone in the Bentley community to the same high standards and will not tolerate illegal, abusive or unethical behavior.” President Larson concluded by noting that “our
actions reflect on the entire Bentley community.” “The situations at Penn State and Syracuse should serve as a wake-up call to all campuses,” she said. “We felt it was important to remind all of our community members that they can and should report what they see or experience. We also wanted to ensure everyone that reports would be taken seriously and appropriate follow through would be conducted.” The Bentley Beliefs and Code of Ethics “provide an important framework when there are gray areas,” said President Larson. “If everyone knows there is a strong foundation to begin with at Bentley, they will feel more inclined to question unethical or inappropriate behavior – knowing they will be supported.” “The Bentley Beliefs originated in the Student Affairs division in the mid ‘90s. They wanted to develop a guide that reflected the values they collectively believed should inform behavior among the staff and students,” said President Larson. “The Beliefs now serve as the foundation for our daily work with students.”
Larson further described the Code of Ethics as an “evolving document that has been amended periodically since it was created. While no code can cover every possible situation, used in combination with an individual’s own good judgment and the counsel of colleagues, we feel the standards set forth in the Code provide a valuable foundation.” An Ethics Committee was then formed to support the Code and provide assistance. “An institution’s reputation, character and future success are defined and guided by its values and its ethical culture,” said Michael Hoffman, executive director of the Center for Business Ethics. “I think we have to be constantly vigilant and work even harder than perhaps we have in the past to make sure that we are maintaining an ethical culture within the Bentley community.” The Ethics Committee, under the leadership of Judy Malone, is working to increase its presence on campus. At its December 5th meeting, the committee “laid out a strategic plan for increasing the visibility of the Ethics Committee and its mission,” said Hoffman.
President Larson encouraged the Bentley community to report suspicious behavior.
“We decided on a number of action points which have already begun to be put into motion.” One action point is to make community members aware of “who they can contact and how they can go about reporting a potential violation of Bentley’s ethical principles.” “We are also going to review our help line, Ethics Point, to make sure that they are serving our community in the best possible manner,” said Hoffman. “Ethics Point is the help line
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or hot line that a member of the faculty or staff, or students for that matter, can call if they feel there’s been an ethical problem or if they’re just seeking advice.” Ann Dexter, executive director of Human Resources, sent a follow-up e-mail to the Bentley community on December 2. She provided a list of contacts in a variety of offices on campus whom community members may turn to in order to seek help with concerns regarding inappropriate behavior.
Gender neutral housing available for the 2012-2013 school year
Gender neutral housing will be offered on North Campus B.
By Lissie Martin VANGUARD STAff
About three years ago, the idea of gender neutral housing (GNH) was first rumored on Bentley’s campus. At first, there wasn’t enough student interest to push the idea, but last spring the Student Government Association (SGA) and Residence Hall Association (RHA) teamed up to propose a bill to implement it on Bentley campus. Maggy Reynolds, in conjunction with Brett Kirkland, president of RHA, led SGA to present the idea to Residence Life. John Piga,
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director of Residence Life, and Ron Ardizzone, director of Housing, both agreed that GNH would be a beneficial housing option to offer, and they have worked with SGA and RHA throughout the whole process. “I really don’t like to push ideas unless there is enough student support for it, and for GNH there is,” said Ardizzone. Schools in the Northeast, including Brandeis, Clark, Tufts, Babson, Colby, Northeastern, Suffolk, Brown and UMass Amherst, all currently have some form of GNH available. In fact, during the Boston
Intercollegiate Leadership Conference, Bentley learned it was one of the few Boston schools that did not have a GNH policy. It was ultimately decided that the GNH option will be available on North Campus B for the 2012-2013 academic year. “Part of the reason why we picked North Campus is because the space is conducive to a new environment,” said Ardizzone. The bigger layout of the apartments is ideal for this trial program. There are 48 available spots for this program, and students can either live in an apartment with two doubles or two singles, both of which have two bathrooms. The application process will resemble the current process of other specialty housing options, such as Wellness Housing and the Global Living Center. If accepted, students bypass the housing lottery. A similar trial process was used for the Global Living Center, which started in Miller and expanded to Orchard North. Depending on the popularity of gender neutral housing next year, the program could possibly be expanded to other dorms. Some people are speculat-
ing the trouble that could be caused by couples living together. However, according to Ardizzone, this is not a large concern because the same concerns could be brought up about same-sex couples living together. “The main challenge will be working through roommate conflicts because they will be different than what we currently see now, but that is what the RDs and RAs are there for,” he said. With the buzz about this new housing option available, many students are already eager to take advan-
tage of this opportunity. Abby Mixer, vice president of the Class of 2014, said, “I am so excited for gender neutral housing. I think there are a lot of people who have both guy and girl friends. And if my best friend is a guy, I think that I should be able to live with him.” Rachael Cassagrande, a sophomore, said, “I think that gender neutral housing is a good option for people who have close friends of the opposite gender, not for people to exploit if they want to live with their significant other.”
GNH will have options of either two doubles or two singles.
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Campus dance groups rock CRAZE’s fifth annual Rhythmic Graffiti By Sindhu Palaniappan CAmpUs LifE EDiToR
For the past five years of its existence, Rhythmic Graffiti has been one of the biggest shows on Bentley’s campus. The show welcomes family members, friends, fans and students to fill Koumantzalis up to the brim. Four different groups on campus participate: CRAZE, of course, the Bentley Dance team, FIRE Step Squad and the Fire Dance team. In addition to these four groups, multiple dance teams from outside participate, bringing fans, music and different moves to the stage. CRAZE began as a Latin
dance group in 2004 and has since evolved into a hip hop team well known at Bentley and in the Greater Boston area. Their annual collaborative show, Rhythmic Graffiti started in 2007, and this year marked their fifth anniversary. The show began with an acknowledgement of Steph Hubbard, CRAZE Alum and choreographer for the team. Co-hosts and seniors Brian Collatos and Mike Cunningham were comfortable and witty on stage, involving audience members and calling attention to specific details. After a brief video highlighting each of CRAZE’s performances over
Proceeds went to the Dizzy Feet Foundation, which promotes dance education.
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Bentley’s CRAZE, Dance Team, FIRE Step Squad and FIRE Dance team, along with other groups from off campus were among the performers.
the last five years, the show kicked off with a performance by the CRAZE seniors. Bulletproof Funk, best known from America’s Best Dance Crew, took the stage next and got the crowd cheering. They performed in pairs and blew the crowd away with slow motion moves and incredibly synced motions to intricate beats. Cunningham and Collatos came out to introduce CRAZE next with a little skit, showing off their “CRA” and “ZE” tramp stamps, received the night before after a crazy night at Skellig (or so they claim). The team came out and put their all on stage, showing Bentley what they’re made of. Next, Wellesley’s
dance team graced the Koumantzalis stage, followed by another Bentley performance. The FIRE dance team, established in 2010, came out next, showing off their flexibility and grace. Following them, the FIRE step squad took the stage, moving only to the sound of their claps, stomps and voices. Chris Auger from ABDC, also known as “Monster Breezy,” took the stage next, performing a story routine. He spliced together vocals and bits of different songs and remixes, in order to tell a story while he danced on stage alone. Bentley’s dance team came out next, doing a hip hop routine in the spirit of things.
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Other teams that performed included Static Noyze, a wellknown group that was featured on America’s Best Dance Crew, Brandeis’ hip hop group, another crew called Next Slap Bracelets and others. Static Noyze did another story type of presentation, conveying different scenes to the crowd purely through music, dance and facial expression. When Static Noyze finished up, a senior near the front said, “I cried!” The performance was very touching. Hint Water sponsored the event and all proceeds went to the Dizzy Feet Foundation, an organization that promotes dance education across the country.
Falcon Society nomination process to begin soon By Sindhu Palaniappan CAmpUs LifE EDiToR
The Falcon Society is a group of students who have displayed excellence in their field of study and have also contributed substantially to the social and cultural activities of the University. Involvement in outside organizations extends beyond membership; these students are active and dedicated leaders who have made significant improvements and contribution to Bentley. The current members of the Falcon Society, as voted in by past members, are
Lacey Cumming, Nicole D’Achino, Ryan DeChance and Ryan O’Keeffe. Students need to be nominated by someone within the Bentley Community – faculty, staff or other students. Once nominated, students receive an application to complete, which requires documentation of all involvements at Bentley, as well as permission to release grades and judicial records. Personal statements and letters of recommendation are optional supplements to the application (and since we’ve all done college applications, it doesn’t seem like too much of a stretch).
Nominations for 2012 candidates will begin soon.
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As outlined by the current four members of the group, decisions are based on these five criteria: Leadership: The extent to which the person has demonstrated influence, and guidance to organizations, teams, etc. Points to be considered include responsibilities involved, how much the person is called upon by others, the variety of duties and so forth. Contribution: In what ways has this person positively impacted the University community, including improvement of student life, creation of a new policy or program, revitalization of an organization, athletic advancement and academic advancement? Diversity: How broadly has this person been involved (variety of their organizational commitments and interests)? Continuity: Is this person consistently making contributions to the Bentley community? Character: Is this person living up to the ideals set forth in the Bentley Beliefs? Nominations are submitted from the middle of
The Falcon Society inducts students who have shown excellence in their fields.
December up until early February. Once nominations are in, candidates are contacted and applications are due by the end of February. Decisions for members to be inducted are sent out by the middle of March. There is no interview process, mainly a paper application that is reviewed and discussed at length by the current members of the Falcon Society and Doreen Floyd, the faculty advisor for the group. “The goal of the Falcon Society is to recognize student contributions to the Bentley community during
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their time at Bentley,” said Lacey Cumming. “The student-run society looks to honor students each year based on their contributions to all fields at Bentley including academics, athletics, social and cultural activities.” This small and selective group currently holds positions in the Center for Women and Business, ABA, Admissions, CAB, Ambassadors, Greek Life, Acapella, AIA, SAAC, Service learning, APO and the field hockey team. Nominations will be opening up soon.
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La Cultura Latina crowns Marina Mirabel Miss Carnaval By Brenna O’Connell VANGUARD STAff
This past Saturday marked La Cultura Latina’s La Raza Carnaval. It was a night filled with Latin culture – from dancing to singing to the everpopular food. In addition, the 2011 Miss Carnaval was crowned after careful judging by Claudette Blot, Nina DeAgrela and Jeanette Buntin.
La Raza featured cultural performances and dances.
The evening started off with an introduction to the Miss Carnaval contestants, freshman Hazel Lopez, junior Jessica Ngo and sophomore Marina Mirabal. They were all worthy contestants, and it was clear that it was going to be stiff competition. To help the judges, the ladies modeled their cultural wear, showcased their pageant talents and of course answered pageant questions dolled up in
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gorgeous formalwear. In between were performances by dancers and singers. Bentley’s Fire Step Squad shook the stage with an amazing performance, and outside performers added to the Latin culture. With two vocal performances and Palo dancers from Bentley, native to the Dominican Republic, it went barely noticed by the audience that the expected salsa dancers were absent. Outside performers included DnE, a twin vocal duo, who crooned their way into the ladies’ hearts in the audience, and Rey D who pumped up the crowd with a reggaeton performance. Rey D’s performance was complete with a dance-off that even contestant Lopez joined in on. In the end, the judges concluded that the Miss Carnaval 2011 crown belonged to Mirabal, representing Puerto Rico. All festivities aside, La Raza took a lot of hard work by La Cultura Latina group. President Rusulenni Castro and webmaster Lucia Garcia were instrumental in the planning and execution. The Executive Dining Room in LaCava was transformed with decoration that obviously took all day to put up. But as Garcia said, “It [seeing the decorations up] was
When translated, la raza means“the race.”
the most rewarding part of all.” According to Garcia, the hardest part was marketing the event to the entire campus. It is important to note that La Cultura Latina does not only showcase Latin cultures. La Raza literally translates to “the race”, and “is an event where culture on the Bentley campus is showcased, and not only the Latin culture but every culture on campus,” said
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Castro. “We thought it would be the perfect name for an event that brings together all sorts of rich cultures.” Upcoming events held by La Cultura Latina hope to get campus-wide involvement. In April, there will be Bring Your Flag Day which “is another event where we bring together people from all over the world and share delicious food and performances,” said Castro.
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What do you want to find under your Christmas tree?
kELLy MCDErMOTT CLAss OF 2012 C OrPOrATE F inAnCE AnD ACCOunTinG “Something leopard.”
COurTnEy ALLEn CLAss OF 2012 MEDiA AnD CuLTurE “A Mac computer, because I’m an MC major.”
MikE GATzOnis CLAss OF 2014 MAnAGEMEnT “Oakley sunglasses.”
PETEr sCiOrE CLAss OF 2014 FinAnCE “A Nikon camera.”
So, I was going to talk about Christmas music for the holidays, but then I changed my mind when my friend introduced me to Emancipator. I also want to talk about other things, but I can fill you in later. What I can tell you is that is Christmas-related is how I am not in favor of how Justin Bieber added his voice to All I Want for Christmas Is You, Mariah Carey’s Christmas classic. My advice is to stick with Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s Christmas / Sarajevo 12/24 and watch that Christmas light show video that synchronizes to the song on the new YouTube interface. If you haven’t been exposed to the awesome that is Emancipator, then I suggest downloading the free music that the artist himself provides on emancipatormusic.com and listen for yourself. And if you like him enough, maybe you’ll even download his non-free music too. Known as Emancipator, Doug Appling has been producing electronic “Trip Hop” music since 2006 starting at nineteen years old, yet he is getting more famous this year for his instrumental, chill-out music. He got his fame first in Japan when his first album Soon It Will Be Cold Enough sold 5,000 copies in six months and landed him an interview in Rolling Stones Japan. Now he’s touring all over the United States and he’s coming to New England in February 2012. Save it on your calendars Bentley students because this is something you don’t want to miss. After hearing the amazing Emancipator on my friend’s radio, I ended up browsing more talented artists on the Internet when I stumbled upon this amazing Korean guitarist Sungha Jung. Let me tell you, he is this 15-year-old god on the strings. He has perfect pitch and picked up guitar five years ago when he got
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The Emancipator Winter Tour will be coming to the area in February.
influenced from his father, who isn’t a musician but just decided to play as a hobby. He even had a custom made guitar for himself back in the day because of his small figure. Everyone who has listened to his music calls him a Guitar Prodigy or the “Korean August Rush” (love that movie, by the way), yet he simply just wants to do what he loves to do: Play guitar. You can watch his videos on www.sunghajung.com and if you would like to support this rising star, you can buy his second album Irony produced by internationally-renowned picking-guitarist Ulli Bogershausen. I think it is a great stocking stuffer gift. After talking about Emancipator and Sugha Jung, I thought I would plug something new and not just a single artist sensation. Two years ago, I took a tour of the Sonicbids office in Boston, MA. The website, www.sonicbids.com, is a duel portal for bands and promoters so they can connect with each other easily, effectively and quickly. Bands get help from the website to get a gig
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and perform, while promoters can find and book a band via the website based on their criteria. The founder, Panos Panay, started the company thinking, “If you can trade stocks and buy books online, why can’t you get a gig or book a band using the web?” Good point, yeah? If you’re a musician or artist looking for some attention or a promoter that needs good music playing for your event, I think Sonicbids is your best bet. I know Adam Payne is a member and he’s doing well for himself. After all, he is the one who led the tour I went on two years ago. Now for all of you who are looking for great Christmas presents and stocking stuffers for your friends and family, why not burn a CD of great music from Emancipator? You can find artists via Sonicbids as well. And I know I am probably going to buy a Sungha Jung album for my family –they’ll appreciate a guitar prodigy. And if you don’t celebrate Christmas, they’re great Hanukkah and Kwanzaa gifts too – and probably great presents for any holiday celebrated in December.
GABBy CLEMEnTE CLAss OF 2014 COrPOrATE FinAnCE AnD ACCOunTinG “A new perfume.”
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Emancipator’s real name is Douglas Appling and he hails from Portland, Oregon.
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A smorgasbord of holiday cheer By Lindsay Beauregard featureS eDitor
The holiday season is one of the happiest, yet most stressful times of the year. It is always important to step back, look around and be thankful for what we have, as well as to enjoy the company of those around us and help those less fortunate than us – because that’s what the holidays are about. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanza or a different holiday during this season, here are some of the best ways to ring in your holiday. The Nutcracker or The Slutcracker: Go see the classic ballet and last season of The Nutcracker at the Boston Opera house from now until December 31. Or take the more unusual route and venture to Davis Square, Somerville Theater for the sexual retelling of The Nutcracker (The Slutcracker). The burlesque show is playing until December 24, so don’t miss out on the naughty show. SNL Presents: A Very Gilly Christmas: An SNL special hosted by Kristin Wiig’s maniacal child character Gilly presents the best holiday skits from 35 seasons of Saturday Night Live. Featuring Alec Baldwin’s Schweddy Balls, Adam Sandler’s Hanukkah Song and a lovely rendition of Santa’s My Boyfriend by Amy Poehler, Maya Rudolph and Kristin Wiig are among the best moments of the holiday special. Give A Little: CDW, a company specializing in IT products, is making a big difference this holiday. The company is donating a total of $250,000 to 11 organizations, including Make-A-Wish Foundation, Children’s Miracle Network and American Cancer Society. Go to cdwgives.com to select the charitable organization you would like CDW to help the most. Soup kitchens are also looking for all the help they
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DiLLOn CArLyLE CLAss OF 2014 ACCOunTAnCy “Santa isn’t real?!”
The santa speedo run takes place this saturday, December 10 in Boston.
can get this time of year. Donate food or your time to a soup kitchen in the area like Haley House or The Greater Boston Food Bank. Families all around Boston will benefit from your kindness. For the child in all of us, write a letter to Santa Claus and bring your stamped letter to a local Macy’s. Not only will writing to the Big Guy help your Christmas wishes come true, it will also help wishes for children across America come true – for every letter Macy’s receives, it will donate $1 to the Make-AWish Foundation. Elf Yourself: Find pictures of yourself and four of your friends and venture over to elfyourself.com. Pick from dances including funk, hip hop and country, add your pictures and prepare to laugh as you watch yourself as a dancing elf. 25 Days of Christmas: Now that the Countdown to the 25 Days of Christmas has ended and the real deal has started, it’s time to plop yourself in front of the TV and enjoy the annual event. The lineup features holiday favorites such as The Polar Express, classics like Rudolph, comedies like Home Alone and all of the oldies but goodies we love basically every holiday movie you can think of.
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And of course, the Countdown is not complete without the cheesy ABC Family made for TV movies. This year the channel’s 12 Dates of Christmas premiere is this Sunday, December 11 at 8 p.m.
kAyLA PinA CLAss OF 2012 MArkETinG “Fruit/vegetable cocktail juices taste good.”
Santa Speedo Run: Make your way to the Back Bay this Saturday at 1 p.m. to watch people only in speedos and Santa hats run through the streets, raising money for charity. Have a Holiday Party: Crank the Pandora holiday stations, break out the ugly Christmas sweater from Goodwill, hang the mistletoe with care and play the 12 Drinking Games of Christmas from Urban Outfitters for a night not to forget. Make sure to stock up on eggnog and candy canes and hang those stockings with care. Urban Outfitters and Newbury Comics: Shop for the best presents for all of your family and friends. These two stores carry something for everyone and have unique gifts that are just as fun to give as they are to receive. Go Caroling: Always remember what Buddy the Elf said: “The best was to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.”
ELLiOT kniGhT CLAss OF 2012 MAnAGEMEnT “That I’m adopted.”
ALExAnDrA sABATE sEniOr (BCn) BusinEss ADMinisTrATiOn “If you simply really love someone you’ll have a child.”
niCOLE ChEn CLAss OF 2015 MAnAGEriAL ECOnOMiCs “Anything relating to alcohol is bad, bartending = bad.”
A Very Gilly Christmas and The Slutcracker are both great holiday specials.
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New year’s resolutions: Suggestions for actually keeping them By Radhika Bansil Vanguard Staff
Yes, Falcons, it’s that time of year again. We’re pulling out the big coats, putting up the holiday lights and dusting the cobwebs off of those textbooks we didn’t touch all semester. Believe it or not, 2011 is coming to an end and 2012 is just around the corner. As we ask ourselves, “Where did the year go?” we start to make plans for the upcoming year. That’s right, it’s resolution time. While we all know these resolutions do not have a high success rate, according to Psychcentral, about 45 percent of America sets at least one resolution annually. Why is it, you may ask, that we still make these resolutions? There’s something energizing about making a resolution at the start of the New Year. We enjoy the stimulating, clean, unsullied days ahead that foster a “can do” feeling of optimism. We feel empowered by joining with friends and family to achieve our personal goals. Starting fresh gives us the chance to focus on the good, forget about the bad and make the
upcoming year better than the rest. And so we make goals to ensure positive results. Lady GaGa says we were “born this way”, but we all want to move towards betterment get bigger, get smaller, study more or quit bad habits. The start of the New Year marks the end of procrastination and the beginning of many days of action. But do we always take that action? Yes, the first few days of January, we commit ourselves to goals, but come February - perhaps even midJanuary - those ambitions are pushed to the back of the closet. In fact, over 95 percent of New Year’s resolutions are abandoned. So, Falcons, let’s not be a statistic this year. Let’s actually follow through with our goals. How to accomplish this fantastical feat? Here are a few simple tips to help you along the way. Find your “why”. Each resolution should have a legitimate reason for completion. Think about what you want and what you will get out of it, because setting empty-hearted goals will only set you up for failure. Finding the reason why you
want something will help you want it more; and that want is what motivates. Get out of your own way! The only thing standing between you and those skinny jeans, that 4.0 or those un-blackened lungs is yourself. If, deep down, you think you cannot do something, it is that doubt that will lead you to failure’s front porch. Push that negativity aside and let the power of positive thinking guide you to success. Don’t be too ambitious. As bad as it sounds, you do not want to overwhelm yourself. Think about your capacity and time constrictions. You know yourself better than anyone else, so set realistic goals. This will help maximize the amount of time that “can do” attitudes stays afloat and it will be smooth sailing from there onwards. Last but not least, stop punishing yourself! Resolutions should not be arduous tasks, but lifestyle changes. These are the things that will improve your quality of living, so you might as well enjoy it. Chances are, you do not want these resolutions to be one-time goals. Try not to look at them as means to an end, but rather a
45 percent of Americans set at least one resolution, 95 percent of which are abandoned.
change in habits. Building good habits will carry you from this year to many ahead. And always remember: Resolutions are challenging and are often not a one-step process. Break your goals down to as many small goals as possible. Think of little things you can do every week, or even every day to move one step closer to success and then add it to your schedule. Whether it’s enjoying a salad
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rather than munching on fries at lunch, smoking one less cigarette after your first class, or studying an extra half an hour before bed, taking one step at a time will make your resolutions seem a lot easier. There it is, Bentley. The clock is ticking on 2011. You know why we set resolutions and now you know how to achieve them. Now the only question is: what will your resolution be?
So long 2011, hello 2012: Reflections and expectations for next year By Mike Lovett Vanguard Staff
Although 2012 is promising to be quite the year, it’s important to focus on what 2011 gave us - whether it was the good, the bad or the ugly. Before we move on to the entertaining subjects of 2011, it’s important to reflect on the more serious events that happened in the world: Hurricane Irene, Casey Anthony, Occupy Wall Street and Osama - U-SA! U-S-A! As that just about does it for the real-world stuff, let’s move on to the entertainment sector. There were two magical realworld weddings that were aired on television. One was the most beautiful ceremony celebrating the loving union of a nation’s sweethearts – Kim and Kris. The other was the union of
Prince William and Kate. But in all seriousness, both the Royal and Kim weddings reeled in millions of viewers and even more money. The Kardashian nuptials earned money through the demonstration of a noble marriage, and the only person who might be confused as to which one that was is Kris Humphries. Now, onto the real Hollywood things that aren’t actually about real things. Let’s start with television. There were a ton of great shows on this fall season, but two shows grabbed heavy attention: The X Factor and Two and a Half Men. In the The X Factor, Simon Cowell finally brought life to the Fox fall season schedule with a show that was eerily close to American Idol. For fans of the real deal, another season
The Harry Potter movie saga concludes in 2011 with the eighth movie.
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of American Idol is just around the corner. It begins with a twoday premier on Jan 18 and 19, followed by two more hours that Sunday, nuzzled between The X-Factor and Glee. Fox really has a type. The other show that grabbed the spotlight by the throat was Two and a Half Men. Do you recall Charlie Sheen going a little crazy a few months back? Of course you do, he re-defined “winning”. Well, surprising he got fired from his role on the show. In his stead stepped Ashton Kutcher, who has shown promise of extending the show’s life. The premiere easily reeled in a show record of 27.7 million viewers and started with a tribute to its former character. Tribute probably isn’t the right word as (Spoiler Alert!) they killed him off. We move onto the big screen. 2011 saw the end of perhaps the biggest movie series of all time. The two-part finale of Harry Potter ended on a mountainous high note and put itself down in film history. And as if Justin Bieber wasn’t big enough, he got his own movie. He may have gotten his own baby, too, but that case is still open. In the theater, we also saw the return of The Muppets and thankfully another Big Momma’s House. And the year isn’t even over! Sherlock Holmes returns in the highly anticipated sequel Game of Shadows, and director David
Millions of people watched Prince William and Kate Middleton tie the knot in April 2011.
Fincher (The Social Network) returns to the silver screen with his film The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. 2012 will also be the test of the vampire craze that Twilight started. The final movie will be released next November, and the news of who won the game between Team Edward and Team Jacob will finally be announced. In 2012 there is good news and bad news in the sitcom world. The good news is Arrested Development is making a triumphant return to production for its fourth season later next year. It should be in the middle of production on its ninth season right now, but we won’t get into that. The terrible, horrific news is that Community did not find itself on the midseason schedule. Though NBC says it will
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air all 22 episodes of the third season, it doesn’t cure the hurt. Luckily, it is being replaced by another witty comedy, 30 Rock, which at least eases the pain. 2012 is looking to be a super year for movies. Just to be clear that is a pun, I am not using “super” as an adjective for movies. Superheroes are taking over movie theaters as The Dark Knight Rises, The Amazing Spiderman, The Avengers and The Three Stooges will all debut in the next year. Ok, the last one doesn’t count, but it is still coming soon. So, thank you 2011, you gave us a lot to remember. 2012, you better bring your A game. Readers: There is plenty to look forward to next year, just make sure to savor it, because the world is going to end. Happy Holidays!
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Notes from Abroad Question: “What are you going to miss most about being abroad? ” By Monica Tshanakas CopeNhageN, DeNmark
Having the opportunity to study abroad in Copenhagen has been an amazing experience. When I first landed in the airport and during the car ride to my residence, I remember thinking that this was going to be something that I would never forget. Being abroad has given me a different perspective on America; it has made me miss things I never thought I would and has also introduced me to things I would have never known otherwise. Now that my experience in Copenhagen is coming to an end and exams are right around the corner, I have been reflecting on my time here. One of my favorite aspects of Copenhagen is the biking culture. Back home I am so reliant on my car for transportation, but everything in Copenhagen is very close together and the landscape is flat which makes cycling
popular and very useful. Cycling also makes for a more environmentally friendly atmosphere and saves money on gas. Since Copenhagen is one of the most expensive countries in the world, this is a very valuable asset. One of things I am most excited for when I get back home is that everything is going to seem so cheap for me! Aside from the biking culture, the one thing that I am going to miss the most is the people I have shared my experience with. I have met the most amazing people from all over the world including Spain, Italy, France, England, Germany, Austria and Australia. I have made international friendships that I will cherish for the rest of my life. It will be great to return to Europe again and visit them in their respective countries. It is such a rare opportunity to have spent these last four months with an international group of friends. There
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Luckily for me, I will also study abroad next semester. Thus, when asked what I will miss the most about being abroad, I have to refine my question to: What I will miss most about Nantes? –and this is not an easy question to answer. Yes, the food is amazing the people I have met will forever be a part of my greater family. However, there is one thing I will never forget: The metro system. For me, I take the metro system, here called the “tran,” every day. I take line one to Commerce (the hub of the city center) and then is so much you can learn by interacting with people from other cultures and I feel very lucky to have met such a diverse group. Studying abroad has definitely taught me a lot about myself and exposed me to new things. It is going to be great to return to Bentley and share stories about my adventures in Copenhagen. I also cannot wait to hear about the experiences my friends have had in their exchange programs and catch up with everyone from Bentley. This has been an amazing semester and I am looking forward to finishing junior year off the same way!
DeCember 8, 2011 take line two out of the center towards school. The whole process takes about 30 minutes, but usually, it is the best 30 minutes of my day. The tran system is not like the Boston underground system. Nantes trans are above ground and are usually rather clean. I have experienced two circumstances on the tran: I am with a friend or I am by myself. As there are hardly any American’s in Nantes, if I am with a friend or friends, I am probably in the company of someone from a different culture. I could not even place a figure on the number of times I have had conversations about life, love, religion, or beauty on a tran. It
Tom Brokaw glorified the generation who grew up in the deprivation of the Great Depression and contributed to the fight in World War II as the “Greatest Generation.” Also called the “GI Generation”, this historic age group follows the “Lost Generation” of World War I and precedes the “Silent Generation” of the post WWII world. In comparison, all other age groups shrink to the grand challenges of that generation and the Herculean efforts made to address them, yet I can’t help but consider: What of our more recent Generations? How do we stack up? Let’s take a look. In what I consider World War IV, the United States, China, Russia, NATO, Brazil and countless other countries are all engaged in a global war against rogue non-state terrorist groups. The U.S. in particular, although initially unrelated to Al Qaeda, has spent the good part of the past 10 years fighting in Iraq, where tens of thousands of soldiers have been killed and wounded. In addition, thousands of NATO forces have been killed in Afghanistan. In the meanwhile, since 2007, the world has been swirling in the largest economic crisis since
the Great Depression. Markets have been depressed, unemployment still extremely high, and equality and social mobility are becoming a part of the past. Lending is far from open and the European Union is dealing with its largest crisis since its formation; so far, member states are unwilling to make the sacrifices of either ending the Union or bringing it closer together as a government. Great inequality has most notably ended the patience of the Arab youth who are now rising against their dictators. The Arab Uprisings have already replaced leaders in Egypt, Tunisia, Libya and (perhaps) Yemen; their struggle now centers around moving on and ensuring transfer to democratic states. Others continue their struggle in Syria and Bahrain to remove their governments. Mimicking the discontent of the Arab youth, millions around the world are out protesting with the Occupy Movement as people are frustrated by the current economic conditions and the entanglement of government and corporate influence. As the internet has expanded and become more accessible to more people, we can see it being utilized in a way like no other.
Facebook, Twitter, Wikileaks and YouTube are just some sources that people have used to organize a movement or express themselves. In a time when we are labeled as game/TB-prone slacktivists, we can see a generation working to improve the world by revealing truth through Wikileaks, organize rallies via Facebook, and report news via YouTube and Twitter especially when the media won’t or can’t do so. I have no doubt that Tom Brokaw named it “The Greatest Generation” because we had already seen the results: Nazi Germany removed, the Empire of Japan surrendered and a U.S. economy that surged on and funded the rebuilding of a Europe that took steps to guarantee lasting peace. We have yet to discover if things will end well today. Will the Syrians win in their struggle? Will the Bahrainis get anyone’s attention? Will we dip once again into a global recession as Europe struggles to solve its core economic problem? Will Egyptians be able to construct a democratic government? All is unclear, and although unemployment wasn’t as severe as in the Great Depression and the wars are not being fought by
may seem like a random setting for such a conversation, but it has become a normal occurrence for me. Then there is the other case: I am alone. This scenario is also very rewarding. Usually, this happens in the morning, when I leave my residence around 7:30 a.m. At this time, it is still dark. However, by the time I have stepped on to line two, the sun is beaming through every tran window, and it is beautiful. This mixed with the most beautiful language in the world swirling in my ears from those around me is a perfect way to start my day. And for that reason, it will be what I miss most about Nantes – taking the tran.
Biking is a common method of transit in Denmark.
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traditional forces, we can see struggles by state and non-state actors on a global scale of equal magnitude to those of “The Greatest Generation”. The changing dynamics of communication have complicated and intensified the issues, but if we come out successful in our struggles, humanity will be better off, and this generation will
be responsible for the changes. Go on and go out, don’t shy away from the fight and do what you can to make the world you leave, better than the one you came into. Our struggles will define us, and only we can work to win in this fight; to be labeled decades later, as TIME Magazine already has, “The New Greatest Generation.”
TIME Magazine dubbed the current generation “The New Greatest Generation.”
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HorosCopes By Franziska & Johanna Griecci
Aries (March 21-April 19)
That cute girl isn’t smiling at you because she likes you, she just wants the answer to #19 on the exam.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Bring a snack to exams, but don’t annoy others by wrapping it in loud, crinkly packaging.
Gemini (May 21-June 21)
We know you’re nervous, but stop tapping your foot during tests or the student behind you will slap you.
Cancer (June 22-July 22)
According to Murphy’s Law, your pen will run out of ink at an inopportune moment. Bring a backup.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Your final exams will all be long-answer questions with multiple parts…sorry.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
You unfortunately have a teacher who is clever AND sadistic. Beware the wording of his questions.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Don’t bother cheating. Your professors know all the tricks and have hired snitches among your fellow students.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
If things start going badly during the test, nothing beats a last ditch plea to the deity of your choice.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
No matter how hard you study, you feel like it’s never enough. Relax, it’s more than enough.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
If you find yourself in doubt during a multiple choice test, just pick “C”.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
The teachers have banded together to see how you act under pressure by scheduling multiple finals on one day.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
All-night cram sessions are unhealthy…but you know you’re going to do at least one anyway.
COLuMNS & GAMeS April’s Advice
Your Questions Answered! Question: Between stress and having so many finals, I feel like I’m bound to mess up during finals week. I’ve worked so hard this semester and I don’t want one final to mess up my grades. Do you have any advice for exam week? Stress is definitely a major problem when it comes to exam week. Unfortunately, it gets in the way of all the work you have put into studying. As a result, you will end up making silly mistakes and forgetting information that you know. In terms of handling stress I would suggest taking time out of your study schedule periodically to go work out at the gym or go for a walk. Both of these activities will clear your mind and prepare you to continue studying. While some people are really good at taking multiple choice exams, others find them very difficult. Here are some tips on going through multiple choice questions. (1) Read the question before looking at any of the answers. (2) Try to answer the question before looking at any of the answers. (3) Eliminate any answer you know is not right. (4) Read all of the choices before answering.
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(5) Do not keep changing your answer. Your first choice will probably be right. When you begin to change your answers you start to over think the question and second guess yourself (This piece of advice comes from many cases of painful experience). (6) Usually the correct answer is the choice with the most information. Don’t you just love those professors who make you write many essays throughout the exam, so by the time you’re done you’ve lost all feeling in your hand and fingers? Here are some tips on essay writing. (1) Read the question carefully and make sure you understand it. (2) Keep track of the time. Divide your time equally among all of your essay questions so that you do not spend all of your time on one essay. (3) Make an outline. This will organize your ideas and thoughts so your essay is logical. (4) Write only two to three sentences for the introduction and conclusion. The bulk of your essay should be in the body paragraphs. (5) Focus on one idea in each paragraph. (6) Make sure each point you make answers the question
Finals week is a major source of stress for many students.
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you were initially asked. (7) Proofread your work at the end to catch silly grammar errors. (8) Use a pen if you are left handed so you don’t end up smudging your sentences.
In general, as you are taking your exams, make sure you budget enough time for each section. If you finish early, do not leave. Go back over your answers and make sure you have not made any silly mistakes. Good luck completing your exams and have a great winter break!
Fifty-percent chance of getting the answer right; doesn’t seem too difficult, right? True/False questions can be quite tricky. Here are some tips. (1) Every part of the statement needs to be true for the answer to be true. (2) Statements which contain words such as “often” or “usually” are probably true. (3) Statements which contain words such as “always” or “never” are probably false.
Crossword Puzzle
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Healthy Heart: Laughter is still “The Best Medicine”
With finals around the corner, a little bit of laughter can go a long way.
Lately, there’s been a lot of talk about the pressure of studying for finals – new students are more apprehensive about it, while the older ones know exactly what to expect. Rooms at the library are being booked at a rapid pace and there’s a tendency for people to frown instead of smile about simple every day matters. Yes, time is precious and there is still so much more to accomplish before Christmas break. So, I’d like to make a suggestion and
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share something that my mom used to say to me while growing up, whenever I’d get a bit too intense about things, “Try to laugh at least once a day because it will make you feel better.” There’s something about watching a new TV show, movie or play, and that unexpected moment happens when the dialogue or physical behavior becomes comical and you just have to go along with it. Or, there’s laughing with family or a group of
friends which makes it seem like you’ve just created a memory or experienced a special moment. The familiar reference, “It’s an inside joke,” usually occurs when that memory is triggered, once again, long after it actually happened. Moments like that seem to make laughter even more special because you might not remember what was really said at the time, but you will always remember being amused. So, whether you need a break from studying or a diversion from everything else going on in your life, meet up with friends, exchange stories and tell some jokes. Or, try to find the time to watch a legendary Marx Brothers movie like A Day at the Races or Duck Soup – two hilarious comedies. Not only is laughing fun, the benefits of laughing also contribute to your overall health and happiness in a number of ways. For example, laughter: Relaxes us as it lowers our heart rate and blood pressure. After a good laugh, breathing
Tech Talk: Teaching with Technology With technology affecting our everyday lives, it is only natural for it to become integrated with our everyday activities. Whether it is a computer that models various economic situations or a credit card reader to pay for Einstein’s coffee, it is fair to say that technology makes many things in our lives easier and more accessible. As students we have an enormous exposure to technology. When writing a research paper, majority of the information you will need can be found online, and with the invention of “Find” (control + F) no longer are countless hours spent pouring over dated encyclopedias to no avail. Excel cranks out extensive formulas and converts them into spectacular graphs without breaking a sweat. The power of email enables groups to individually share contributions and does away with the need to actual meet. With such wealth at our fingertips, it seems at times as though we don’t even have to attend class. Lectures are available via BlackBoard PowerPoints, quizzes taken over MyLabs and after last summer’s introduction, it seems that future classes could be taped and available for review. That being said, Bentley
embraces technology. Seen through the cutting edge Trading Room or the HP notebooks in the hands of every student, the University seizes every opportunity to make the latest and greatest available to us. This preparation and early introduction will pay dividends when we enter our professional careers, putting us ahead of our competition. Sure having out computers enables us to type class notes or browse the presentation alongside the lecture. But at what point does the benefits begin to impede on the classroom experience? In reality, most kids just spend their time surfing Facebook and stumbling along the interwebs. They are completely detached from the professor and the material at hand. While the information may not be the most interesting (although menial status updates aren’t breaking news either), it still doesn’t change the fact that you are just trying to make a boring class pass faster. Often times we hear about the student who skips class and crams for the exam. In effect, if you aren’t paying attention, and haven’t perfected learning through osmosis, why even bother attending the class? Participation credit.
Simply put, half the reason we show up is to help cushion our grade to help position it for a 4.0. But with half the class mentally elsewhere, discussions are limited to the few that decide to put away their gadgets for the one hour of class. Some teachers see this as a blatant act of disrespect and loathe the sight of computers or cellphones. And to a certain extent it is. “Back in the good ‘ol days” that sort of behavior would land a kid dusting erasers for a week. Today, the professor may just ask everyone to put his or her computers away. Then there are those teachers who ignore the absent minded audiences lost in their computers. I can see both sides of the argument. On one hand it is class material that needs to be taught. On the other the class material being taught is plebian, boring and nonstimulating. So what to do? I feel that teachers should look at it as an opportunity to revisit their lectures. And this doesn’t mean adding a graphic and animation to a Power Point- that won’t suffice. I call for a complete overhaul. A new generation of students has entered the classrooms, ones with the attention span of 140 characters and teachers use this to their advantage.
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becomes deeper which sends oxygen enriched blood and nutrients throughout the body, resulting in improved blood circulation. Reduces stress levels, averts and alleviates depression, stimulates the immune system and promotes healing, which ultimately makes you a healthier person. Releases endorphins, the brain’s natural painkillers, which clears your head and helps you think more creatively, while also increasing your tolerance for pain. Connects us with others and counteracts feelings of alienation; laughing makes you more attractive because it forces you to smile, and people who smile appear to be more approachable and sociable. Before any competitive sports activity, laughter will increase the relaxation levels and performance of athletes, since breathing capacity is one of the factors which determine stamina in sports. Back in 1998, there was a true movie about a doctor named Patch Adams, played by Robin Williams, who want-
ed to treat patients in addition to treating their illnesses. He used humor as well as health care to improve the quality of their lives, which brought joy to them. The real Patch Adams, M.D., is a nationally known speaker, who discusses his approach to treating patients with laughter and humor but is very serious when it comes to talking about health care and health care systems. Dr. Adams believes that “the most revolutionary act one can commit in our world is to be happy.” Yet, while students are busy and sometimes overwhelmed with homework, group projects, sports, clubs, and part-time jobs, his vision for harmony can be easily overlooked, especially with finals coming up. Therefore, we need to make a decision to be happy and, perhaps, it all begins with a smile. So, whatever makes you laugh – jokes, stories, movies, TV shows, books or even a comical calendar, try to laugh at least once a day, because the health benefits of being amused or entertained are certainly well worth it!
By Zack Hoffmann
Professors could take a page from Jack Black and use technology in the classroom.
To begin, more interactive learning environments would keep students engaged. While not ideal for larger classes, Bentley is fortunate enough to have a smaller number of students per class, allowing for a more intimate setting, which should be maximized. Shorter discussions that encourage summarization of key points create a constant flow of information. The minute a class drags on kids tune out, but by keeping topics continuously changing
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and always moving, it forces them to pay attention. Rather than prohibiting the use of technology, teachers should encourage a more active role. Interactive models and rule-based competitions can help reinforce class materials as well as engage the students. Obviously there is a time and a place for everything, and in some situations, the classroom is best reserved for the pen and pad. But when it can be used, technology should be injected.
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Internship experiences: First-hand accounts from Bentley students By Phillip St. Pierre BuSineSS editor
It is that time of year again: Bentley students are posting up in the library, stressing out about the group presentations and final papers that professors are throwing at them. Or, if you are like me, you are probably freshening up on your procrastination tactics, choosing to go to the gym for a couple of hours just to get out of studying for the upcoming finance exam. Although the last thing you may want on your mind are ways to gain more to your workload towards the end of the semester, it is important to look ahead and consider possible internships for the spring. For many companies, the deadline for a spring internship has already come and gone, but there are still some opportunities out there that could prove to be helpful. In light of this topic, I decided to speak with two Bentley students regarding the internships they held this past summer. Not only did I gain insight from these individuals about their experiences, but they also gave valuable advice on how to make the most out of an internship. Anne Desmond, a senior at
Internships are important in order to gain experience in the field you want to work in.
Bentley, and Landi Morris, a fifth year MBA student, interned at Grant Thornton’s Boston office over the summer. The position focused on mentoring them in accounting, particularly tax and advisory services, with a workload similar to what a fulltime employee would expect. At Grant Thornton, Desmond and Morris went through two weeks of training to learn the company’s day-to-day operations. Once familiar with the firm and its systems, they began working directly with clients and attending weekly development sessions to freshen up their skills. I also learned that these professional devel-
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opment programs were not what one would expect; many times they included bringing the interns to Red Sox games, duck tours and various shows in the Boston area. “My experience at Grant Thornton was extremely rewarding,” said Morris. “I was able to participate in numerous audits that allowed me to apply the accounting concepts I learned while at Bentley. Not only was I given a lot of responsibility and exposure to a variety of client industries, but the people I worked with were incredibly friendly and open to giving advice.” “The most important skill I was able to define was com-
munication. I was responsible for communicating with the client on nearly every engagement I was assigned to,” she said. “I was also working in close quarters with the manager and partner assigned to the client during a of couple audits. It can be particularly nerve wracking to report to the partner as an intern. Another important skill I was able to improve upon was time management. During an audit, there are often a lot of different tasks to complete at the same time, and it requires an incredible amount of organization and time management skills to complete it all.” I then spoke with Desmond to not only hear about her experiences at Grant Thornton, but also to discuss internships in general and their importance in aiding the job search upon graduation. “I think an internship is very beneficial when looking for a fulltime job. If you end up working at the company you interned at, it makes senior year much less stressful,” said Desmond. “Even if you do not work for the company you interned at, the experience will still be valuable in determining what you want to do and hopefully give you a better idea of what size company you want to work
at.” “Everyone at Bentley understands the importance of internships for their resume and job hunt,” she said. “I think to make the most out of an internship, you should try to ask a lot of questions so that you understand what you are doing. It makes it easier if you keep a list of questions and ask them at a time that is convenient for your supervisor.” Not only does an internship look good on one’s resume, in Landi and Anne’s cases, interns who are successful and put in adequate effort are oftentimes offered a fulltime position at their respective firms following graduation. This way, one gets to test out a potential company to see if it fits their goals, and they also have the opportunity to work for that company if the internship goes smoothly. An internship is something that may not be necessary in order to land that dream job upon graduation, and it is definitely something that adds value both to one’s resume and general work experience. Think about what you want to do after school; if you are unsure at all about a career path, land an internship to find the best path for you.
Tips and tricks for the frequent business traveler By Jasper Huang Vanguard Staff
Business travel is extremely prevalent nowadays, with employees and executives flying to spots all over the globe. These individuals are tasked to pack their bags, kiss their families goodbye and hop on a flight to their designated locations. Many of these locations are beautiful and exotic, with stays at top-notch hotels, as well as dining and wining with potential “clients”, all on the company’s tab. Because of this, business trips as well as business travelers are often held in contempt because many believe that they are just taking lavish vacations under the pretense of “business”. Yes, although there are the executives and upper tier employees who abuse the power of the “business trip” to get their personal R&R, taking a business trip is a rather complicated and demanding process. These trips involve much more than a simple away message at work, or informing family of travel plans. As business travel, and travel in general begins to recover from the events of 9/11, coupled with the ever-advancing world of technology, the to-do list of the business traveler continues to get longer and longer. Because of the sensitive
nature of many business travels, these professional globetrotters go through a lot of personal “pre-travel examinations” to ensure that their journey is completed without a hitch. In our increasingly global society, the modern traveler would do well to heed the many habits and practices of business travelers. Ewa Asmar, the founder of the skin care company Bioneé, encountered a significant problem while treating a client to dinner in Paris. The client was forced to pay for the meal because to her dismay, Asmar’s credit card had been suspended earlier that day for nondomestic charges. She has since learned that prior to traveling internationally, one should notify their credit card companies to inform them of their plans, so as not to have their accounts suspended on “suspicious” foreign charges. To stay connected while on the road, business travelers are often given international capable phones, and in our day and age, international capable smartphones. If your phone uses a SIM card, you may consider swapping it out for a local one to minimize costs, or opt for an international calling and data plan from your provider. If one does not carefully make sure that they go through these processes, the may find a multi-
thousand data and phone bill waiting for them when they return. In the business world, it is important to minimize any risks associated with oneself and the business one works for. If your computer contains sensitive data, make sure it is password protected, encrypted, and backed up. If the data is very important, there is now software available at both the enterprise and consumer level for individuals to remotely track lock, and even securely wipe their devices. Other business travelers recommend not bringing any unnecessary iden-
tification items such as licenses and credit cards, as well has having photocopies of passports, prescriptions, and other important documents in case their wallet and/or laptop is stolen. Traveling to a different country often will entail the country not having the same electrical outlets as the U.S., and packing the correct adapter is crucial. Your international flight experience is also important – many travelers will pack a small flashlight, first aid kit, and medicine for stomach upsets and headaches. Finally, make sure all neces-
sary visas are applied for, recommended immunizations are received, and check airline information for baggage restrictions. Business travelers say that when traveling; always attempt to pack as lightly as possible. This reduces the amount of things that you have to keep track of (and potentially lose), and will reduce baggage weight and improve your general travel experience. **Information sourced from The New York Times, The Global Business Travel Association & BusinessTravelNews.
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From Features to Editorials, Markowitz made his “mark” By Ian Markowitz EDIToRIAl DIREcToR
When I came to Bentley, like all freshmen, I was looking for an organization to get involved in on campus. When I joined The Vanguard, I wasn’t really sure what I was getting into nor did I have any idea of the impact that it would have on my life. I originally got involved writing small pieces for the then Arts
and Entertainment section before I was really hooked after I was able to review the iPod nano days after it came onto the market. Between reviewing cutting edge gizmos and root beer kegs, The Vanguard had me hooked. While in my role, I’ve been able to experiment with and learn about the latest and greatest technology and being given a soapbox on which to share it. My role with
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The Vanguard only fully took shape when I was encouraged to run for the Arts and Entertainment position by the editor in chief at the time. Despite my apprehension, I won the election and it has continued to shape who I am today. In the past year while serving as the editorial director, I’ve been given a new soapbox on which to share the editorial board’s opinion with the entire campus without my name attached to it. Whether I agreed with the stances I wrote from or not, it helped me develop a valuable skill as a persuasive writer, regardless of my opinion on the subject. While some positions could have been more eloquently explained on my part, the discussions that they encouraged I believe were important to the campus community as a whole. The Vanguard has introduced me to countless people, many of whom I still keep in touch with even after they graduated and one of whom went on to be
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my roommate for the remainder of my time at Bentley. In time, I roped in the rest of my roommates in some capacity to work for The Vanguard whether they joined as my staff writers or as other editorial board members. I came to Bentley as a freshman who hated taking English in high school and who hated to write whether it is
papers, articles, or even creative writing. As my term comes to an end I reflect on the experience that writing for The Vanguard has provided me and how it has helped me become a better writer and provided me with countless experiences I wouldn’t otherwise have had. Thanks to the Bentley community for all you have given me.
After restructuring business operations, Karakelle bids farewell By John Karakelle GENERAl MANAGER
Two years ago, I was elected to this position on the basic premise that this newspaper should not be run like a typical organization; it should be run like a business. My staff and I began our terms with ambitious financial goals that we were unrelenting in pursuing. It was supremely gratifying seeing every ounce of hard work put in by the business staff reflected in the bottom line. We operated with the sole prerogative to give the editorial team as much financial flexibility as possible so that they may focus on producing a quality product. But, like most experiences taken in retrospect, the passing achievements gained mean very little when compared to the lasting bonds we built, the friends we made, and the fun we had along the way. It was an absolute pleasure working with the members of the Editorial Board for the last two years. I can definitively say that I am
proud of the organization we built, the product we made, and every dollar we fought to earn. The diversity in personalities, talent, and interests that compose the board, never lent for a dull day. With unfortunately poor timing on this realization, I leave this organization with the understanding that these are the memories that will endure after the conclusion of my studies at this university. Unfortunately, I would need more than this short editorial to express just how grateful I am to everyone who has helped this paper become what it is today. To every editor, writer, and member of the Production Staff – Your work is deeply undervalued and there is simply no way to express my thanks for the hundreds of combined manhours necessary to produce each paper. To our advisors and members of Student Life – You have only made my job easier and this paper could not exist without you. To Leslie and Jon, the two Editors-in-chief of whom I served – I learned dif-
ferently under each of you and the knowledge and experiences I gained will undoubtedly be applicable throughout my professional career. Finally, to Greg and the members of the Business Staff – I love you all. The Vanguard is not just a business. It is an organization of hardworking, uncompensated, individuals who hold up a platform whereby students may speak and share their thoughts and feelings about the broader community in which they live. Often, this paper is demonized for a small opinion shared by some of the Editorial Board presented in the form of an editorial. I urge the readership to look at these opinions, not as a demeaning form of vigilantism, but as a way to start a conversation about issues we, as a community, need to resolve. Admittedly, I did not take full advantage of this platform. I believe I only shared two pieces in The Vanguard. The first was a simple editorial commending Student Life on the renovations to the
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Bubble. And I believe the second was an article having something to do with exposing my gentlemen’s region to a Dyson Air Blade. Regardless, I urge the student body and the community as a whole to take responsibility for this platform. Hold
future members of this organization’s Editorial Board accountable for the journalistic integrity they should be attempting to embody. But most importantly, what’s best for the product is ultimately what’s best for the organization.
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Men’s basketball 6-2, in six-way tie for second in the NE10 Falcons continue to prove strength; Grassa and O’Keefe set new career highs in points By Matt Gustus VANGUARD STAff
The men’s basketball team split their two games last week with a loss to St. Michael’s and a win over Southern New Hampshire. Their record now stands at 6-2 (3-2 NE-10) with two NE-10 games remaining before the break. In their first game of the
week, Bentley hosted St. Michael’s. During the first 12 minutes of the game, five different Falcons hit a three, putting the score at 23 to 18. From there, however, Bentley was held to only four points for the rest of the half, with points coming on a lay-up from sophomore Jasper Grassa and two free throws from freshman J.P. Khoury in the final seconds.
Sophomore G Jasper Grassa made 7 of his 9 three-point attempts.
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The Purple Knights led at the break, 36 to 27. The Purple Knights were able to push their lead to 16 halfway through the second half, and had a comfortable 13 point lead with less than five minutes left to play. However, two quick threes by Grassa and Leclerc put the Falcons back in the game and started one last comeback attempt. After a lay-up from senior Kevin Kettl and another threepointer from Grassa, Bentley found themselves down 59 to 57 with 2:47 left to play. From there, four missed three-pointers from Bentley and several made free throws by St. Michael’s put the game out of reach. St. Michael’s was victorious by the score of 67 to 59. Grassa was the game’s high scorer, making five of his 14 three-point attempts for 19 points. The Falcons were outshot 45 percent to 34 percent and outrebounded 44 to 33 in the contest. In Bentley’s other game last week, the Falcons hosted Southern New Hampshire. Bentley jumped out to a 26 to 13 lead in the first eight minutes, led by four three-pointers by Sophomore Jasper Grassa. From here, Southern New Hampshire scored the next 13 points to tie the game at 26.
No more hot sports takes from this guy By Robbie LaBrie SpoRTS EDiToR
Brett Favre was a beloved quarterback by people everywhere. He eventually became nothing but an old guy who wore jeans and wouldn’t go away. Lil’ Wayne once wrote a little song called How to Love. If this song taught the world anything, it’s that some things should just be stopped before they even happen at all. Hopefully my reign as sports editor fell somewhere in between these two things. Preferably closer to the Favre side because he was actually good for a little while at least. There are certainly mixed feelings when thinking about not writing articles every week. It’s been something that I’ve really liked doing and it has helped me write good. I’ve made some really good friends through The Vanguard and I secretly kind of like going to e-board meetings. Both people who read my articles on a weekly basis think they’re awesome. I’d also like to thank my mom and dad for reading my articles every week. But the more I think about all the free time I’m going to have on Tuesdays instead of writing articles, the more exciting the prospect of being a retired eboard member seems. I can do so many activities on
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Tuesday nights instead of writing my articles. I can play Madden and FIFA with my roommates all night. I can devise a scheme to keep our apartment Christmas lights from falling off the wall every five minutes. I can open up a textbook and look at Chive and Barstool for seven straight hours. If I want, I could even go to the gym or do homework. Haha, jk. I’ve tried to institute all kinds of changes here with The Vanguard, fighting hard the whole way. I was the first one to come up with the idea for the “scratch ‘n sniff” Police Log in my first year on the job. I lobbied to change my own title to
“sports captain” at one point because that just makes sense. Sure, those are all great accomplishments, but I’ve also worked under three great editor in chiefs who I’ve watched make huge improvements to the paper. The sports section is being left in great hands with the new captain Ben, who will bring some fresh ideas and new twists on the sports section with Matt and Lou. My time is up with The Vanguard, but it has been an experience I wouldn’t even trade for Chris Paul (although I would trade Rondo for him). It’s like Lil’ Wayne once said, “Cut the music up. Lot of love.”
Junior F Dan O’Keefe scored 19 points against SNHU.
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Later, with the game tied at 31, Bentley pulled away with a 132 run. The Falcons led at the half 47-38. In the second half, Southern New Hampshire hung around for the first few minutes and was down only seven with 16 minutes left. Six minutes later, however, the Penmen found themselves down 25. Another Grassa three-pointer had
capped off a 24 to 6 Bentley run to blow the game open. The final score was 92-76. The Falcons were red hot all night, shooting an outstanding 57.7 percent from three-point land. Two players set new career highs in points, including Grassa, who scored 27 including 7 of 9 from three, and junior Dan O’Keefe, who scored 19 points and grabbed 8 boards.
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#1: Lady Falcons earn top spot in DII polls Bentley ranks first in nation for first time in program history By Louis Sherman
Results from 11/30-12/6
Results L 6-4 T 2-2 (ot)
Men’s Basketball (6-2, 3-2 NE-10) Saint Michael’s (11/30)* Southern New Hampshire (12/3)*
L 67-59 W 92-76
Men’s Swimming (4-0) Northeast-10 Invitational (12/4)
3rd of 5
Men’s Track and Field Jay Carisella Invitational (12/3)
No team score
Women’s Basketball (7-0, 5-0 NE-10) Saint Michael’s (11/30)* Southern New Hampshire (12/3)*
The Lady Falcons defeated SNHU 76-43 in their most recent game.
pointers along with Roberson, finished with 10 points. Senior Katherine Goodwin also had a fine day with seven points and five rebounds. This past Saturday marked the last home game for the Falcons in 2011, as they hosted the 5-1 Southern New Hampshire Penmen. The Lady Falcons won this won easily, 76-43. Battista, Brugliera and Finn combined to outscore Southern New Hampshire on their own, as they combined for 46 on the afternoon. The win put Bentley at 7-0 on the season, 5-0 in the NE-10, and extended their home win streak to 13 games. Battista continued her hot season with 17 points and eight rebounds in the game. Brugliera added another 15 points and seven rebounds, while Finn had 14 points and five rebounds. Senior Shatasia Kearse also added eight rebounds in 17 minutes. This marked the fifth time in the seven games that the Lady Falcons have played in which they never trailed through the game. The first half included runs of 19-9 and 20-8 by Bentley, who went into the locker room up 39-22. Bentley women’s basketball has been lighting up the
Sophomore F Lauren Battista scored 14 points against St. Michaels.
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stat sheet through the first seven games of their season. The Falcons have averaged 75.6 points per game, while only allowing 51.1 points against on average. They are a very balanced team that has won on the road and at home en route to the seven victories. Battista is continuing from where she left off on her freshman campaign last season. The sophomore is averaging an impressive 17.6 points and 6.7 rebounds per contest. Brugliera is also continuing her success from her freshman year, as she is fourth on the team with 8.4 points per game, and leads the team at 6.9 rebounds per game. Kearse is third on the team with 9.1 points per game, and had added 4.7 rebounds per game. Finn is the only other Falcon averaging double digits, at 10.6 points per game. Roberson has stepped up to lead the team with 27 assists, with junior Chrystal Guarin next in line at 17. Roberson also has 6.4 points per game to go along with the second most steals on the team, at 10. Senior Lauren Massie leads the team with 13 steals. Roberson and Graduate student Elise Caira are the team’s captains this year. Their on-court leadership has shined through and they have put up the numbers to back up why they should be in that leadership role. Although the Lady Falcons have completed their home games for 2011, they still have five games left before returning to the Dana Center on January 3. After Wednesday night’s matchup at Franklin Pierce, the Falcons head to Stonehill and C.W. Post in New York before taking a week off. After their short break, Bentley will take part in the Bridgeport Holiday Classic on December 29 and 30, to take on Dowling and Bridgeport.
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RECENT RESUlTS Hockey (4-8-3, 4-3-2 AHA) Niagara (12/2)* Niagara (12/3)*
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Last week, Bentley women’s basketball was honored by being ranked as the number-one Division II women’s basketball team in the nation, the first time that the Falcons have ever reached that height in the team’s program history. After being in the numbertwo spot in the rankings for a total of 23 different times over the team’s history, Bentley finally got the break they have been waiting for when defending national champion and number one ranked Clayton State was upset by Tusculum the weekend prior. Bentley received 28 of the 32 first place votes in the Coaches’ Poll, with Arkansas Tech moving into the second spot, as Clayton State dropped to six. The Lady Falcons continued their sensational season in what proved to be their most competitive game so far in the young season, as they defeated St. Michaels, 75-66. Bentley had four separate players finish with doubledigit point totals on the night. The game was as close as 6058 with just over seven minutes remaining before Bentley went on a 15-3 run to contain the Purple Knights. Junior forward Caleigh Crowell played in her first career Bentley game, after missing 38 due to a foot injury. She only played in one minute, but was able to pick up four points and a block in her short time on the court. Sophomore Lauren Battista continued her stellar season with 14 points to go along with six rebounds. Fellow sophomore Jacqui Brugliera produced her first double-double of the year, as she posted 13 points and 11 rebounds. Junior guards Kelsey Roberson and Courtney Finn rounded out the double-digit scorers. Roberson finished with five assists to go along with her 12 points. Finn, who knocked down two three-
DECEMbER 8, 2011
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Women’s Swimming (4-0) Northeast-10 Invitational (12/4)
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Women’s Track and Field Jay Carisella Invitational (12/3)
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UPCOMING SCHEDUlE December 30 Men’s Basketball vs. Concorida (N.Y.)
7:00 p.m.
January 3 Women’s Basketball vs. Assumption Men’s Basketball vs. Assumption
5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
January 6 Hockey vs. Robert Morris
7:05 p.m.
January 7 Hockey vs. Robert Morris
7:05 p.m.
January 3 will be the next home game for the Lady Falcons.
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Hockey start December 0-1-1, tied for fifth in Atlantic Conference Falcons’ look to build upon strong 3-2-1 November showing, ending with a three-game road-trip By Benjamin Klein VanGUaRD StaFF
After a strong November where the Bentley Falcons went 3-2-1 and climbed to fifth in the Atlantic Hockey Association, they have yet to win in December. Bentley returned home from a threegame road-trip to face off against a struggling Niagara team. The Purple Eagles outscored Bentley 6-4 in the opener before playing to a 22 tie in the series finale. Sophomore goalie Branden Komm was rewarded for his outstanding play in November, being named the Goalie of the Month. Komm played in all six games during the month and had a .964 save percentage during the stretch. The Bentley goaltender also only allowed an average of 1.16 goals per game which put him amongst the best in the NCAA. Komm was given a rest to start December as head coach Ryan Soderquist gave senior G Kyle Rank the nod in the first game against Niagara. Bentley held a 3-2 lead after two periods with goals by senior F Ryan Kayfes, senior D Mike Switzer and senior F Aaron Stonacek. Senior F Jamie Nudy scored a short-handed goal three minutes into the third period but Niagara quickly responded with two powerplay goals to tie the game at 4-4. Komm then replaced Rank in net but Niagara still managed to score another goal with only five minutes remaining in the game. In need of a game-tying goal, Bentley pulled Komm but Niagara escaped the Bentley defenders to score an emptynet goal, their fourth of the period and sixth of the game. Rank finished the game with 33 saves but the 47 total shots by Niagara were too
Bentley will have to put on some strong performances in the next few week in order to move on to the conference playoffs.
much as they took the opener 6-4. The second and final game of the series started off great for Bentley as Mike Switzer got them on the board just a minute in with a goal past Niagara G Chris Noonan. The Falcons gave up their small lead in the second period as Niagara scored two goals past Komm. Bentley tied the game 12 minutes into the third period when freshman D Matt Maher scored a power-play goal. With just 1.2 seconds left in regulation, Justin Breton was tripped while trying to score and the referees awarded Bentley a penalty shot and a great opportunity to win the game. Sophomore F Brett Gensler’s shot attempt went wide against Noonan and the game went into overtime. Bentley started the extra period with a one-man advantage but couldn’t manage to score and the game ended in a 2-2 tie. The
matchup was filled with penalties as the referees handed out 22 penalties that accumulated to 60 minutes, many of them coming with only two seconds left in overtime. The loss and tie keeps Bentley at 10 points on the season, which puts them in a four-way tie for fifth place in the Atlantic Hockey Association. The Falcons will travel to the University of Connecticut on Friday for their last game of 2011. The Huskies are ninth in the AHA at 4-5-1 but they have two high-caliber players in Cole Schneider and Brant Harris who ranked third and fourth in the conference in points, respectively. Bentley will then have a three-week break before taking the ice on New Year’s Day when they travel to play at #17 Yale. The Bulldogs were the #1 team in the nation last season going into the NCAA Tournament
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Bentley women’s basketball has had a phenomenal start to the season, rolling through their first seven games of the season with a 7-0 overall record and a 50 mark in conference play. Did you know that on November 29 the Lady Falcons recently received the #1 ranking in the national Division II coaches’ poll? It is the first time in program history they have earned the number one spot. They’ve already earned two wins since then as the number one team in the nation.
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before losing in the quarterfinals to the eventual champion University of Minnesota-Duluth. Last season Yale had the best scoring offense and defense in DI, averaging 4.19 goals per game while only allowing 2.06 per game. Yale is the highest ranked opponent that Bentley will face all season and it will be a tough test away from home. It will be the first time ever that Yale and Bentley will play against in each. The Falcons then return home on January 6 for a twogame series with Robert Morris, who is fourth in the AHA. They are 6-5-2 overall and 5-2-1 in the conference this season but have taken on tough out-of-opponents in Michigan State and Quinnipiac already. From there Bentley will travel to play two games against the best team in Atlantic Hockey in Air Force. Air Force leads the AHA with
17 points and a record of 8-21. Their two best players are Kyle DeLaurell and Cole Gunner who rank first and second in the AHA in points with 20 and 18, respectively. Their goalie, Stephen Caple, is also the real deal as he leads the conference in goals against average at 2.09. Those two games will be the biggest in-conference games for Bentley and it would be huge to pull off the upset. The final two games during the winter break will be at home against the RIT Tigers which will also be a test for the Falcons. The Tigers are third in the AHA at 5-3-2 and have one of the best goalies in the conference in Shane Madolora. Madolora is 15th in DI in goals against average at 2.12. He also ranks in the top 20 in save percentage and shutouts. RIT beat Bentley 41 and then tied them 3-3 in their two matchups last season. Bentley will take on Holy Cross at home on January 24, the first game back from winter break. Holy Cross is one of the teams currently tied in the AHA with Bentley at 10 points. They had a huge early win over national powerhouse Boston University but were swept by RIT before recently taking two games from Canisius. The game will take place at 7 p.m. at the Ryan Skating Arena. The Falcons are going to have to play hard every game and get quality ice time out of all of their players to compete further in the tight AHA. The top three leaders in points for Bentley happen to all be named Brett in sophomore F Brett Gensler (13), freshman F Brett Switzer (12) and junior F Brett Hartung (9). All three will be key factors in the results of this long stretch as well as the goaltending play of
Junior Swimmer Jessica Hodson Junior Jessica Hodsdon of the women’s swimming and diving team is the Falcon of the Week. Behind Hodsdon’s efforts, the Falcons took first place at the Northeast-10 Invitational Sunday afternoon at the Dana Center pool. She won four individual events, the 200 yard individual medley (2:11.87), the 100 breaststroke (1:05.28), the 200 breaststroke (2:27.15) and the 100 butterfly (57.12). She posted NCAA “B” cut times in the 200 IM, 100 breast and 100 fly, and set pool records in the 100 breast and fly. She also contributed to Bentley’s winning 400 medley relay team, swimming the third leg, and the 200 medley relay victory, swimming the second leg. Overall, the Falcons outpointed their NE-10 rivals with a combined score of 550, besting second place Southern Connecticut’s score of 529.