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Healthy College Eating
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March 1, 2013
vol. 34, No. 5
IN THE
NEWS victory in the final seconds
Keith Lowe, senior, scores the game-tying layup in the final seconds and goes on to shoot the game-winning free throw as the Men’s Basketball team defeats Mercyhurst 53-52. The Feb. 23 victory was especially sweet for the players and others recognized at the “Senior Night” ceremony in the Cal U Convocation Center.
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OPINION STEM vs. Liberal Arts
Does your chosen field benefit society, or should it be left in the past?
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THE ARTS The Oscars Which films impressed the academy? Which dresses impressed on the red carpet?
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photo by matt kaminski Chandler Carey, sophomore, stands at the microphone during Tuesday’s Student Convocation to ask Cal U Acting President Geraldine Jones about possible tuition hikes at Cal U.
Tuition, enrollment addressed at Student Convocation by
Casey Flores
contributing editor
In the president’s “state of the university” address at the Student Convocation held on Tuesday, Feb. 26, Acting President Geraldine Jones addressed issues of concern regarding California University of Pennsylvania. Jones spoke of the need to stabilize enrollment, which would mean steady tuition revenue for the university. A primary means by which the university plans to do this is by adjusting admittance standards. Not only will the university look at SAT scores, but will also now consider students who may have done poorly on the SAT but also had a good GPA, were enrolled in a challenging high school curriculum and the demonstrated ability to write a personal essay. Jones addressed the need for financial solvency – the need for the university to not spend more than it takes in. The deficit has been decreased from $4.2 million to $2.9 million since August 2012 and the university continues to show improvement. Next, Jones highlighted the Campus Climate Survey. She thanked students who have taken it and encouraged students who have not taken it to do so, as the data generated by it will be used to handle diversity measures.
Upcoming additions to certain academic departments were also spoken of. Coming in Fall 2013 will be a bachelor’s of science in mechatronics, which the university is actively recruiting students for. Morgan Hall will also be getting a new TV studio, complete with new equipment, an updated newsroom and a state-of-the-art digital video editing room. Big news in student affairs includes a new food truck featuring a “southern fusion” concept, which will be making its way to the Azorsky parking lot this semester. During question and answer time at the end, students had confirmed that they will be able to use dine, shop and meal plans at this coming food
option. Another way in which the university is attempting to drum up higher enrollment is with marketing. Marketing is an area Cal U had cut back on in years past, but recently they have bolstered it up. President Jones remarked, “even though the Steelers missed the Super Bowl, we did not.” Cal U was also able to run ads at cheap rates during high-trafficked shows such as American Idol and NHL games. To close her speech, President Jones reiterated that, “nothing is more important than [Cal U’s] core mission: the education of students.” During the question and answer session, President Jones was asked by Chandler Carey
(sophomore, secondary education) about tuition and whether it would be raised by 3 percent like she had heard. Her question was met with the response that tuition cost is determined by the state, but that with rising tuition costs, Cal U has attempted to offset the rises with decreases in fees. Another notable point made during the Q&A was by Provost Dr. Barnhart, who said the university was looking into the possibility of offering classes during common hour in order to broaden course availability. One rumor put to rest was that the Student Center does not plan to include a corporate fast food company in the upcoming renovations. Not yet.
Cal U Actiing President Jones commented on tuition, possible food trucks, and the Campus Climate Survey.
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Cal U helps children “build a bear”
Police Briefs
Single beer stolen
Officers responded to a dispatch involving a possible break in of a residence at Boulder St. on Feb. 19. Upon arrival it was determined that someone entered at the rear door and had taken a single beer from the six pack on the floor, drank it, and replaced the empty bottle. A search yielded no suspects or damaged items.
Marijuana found in room A strong odor of burning marijuana was noticed coming from a room in an unidentified campus residence hall on Feb. 22. After a brief investigation, the occupant of the room was found to have a small amount of marijuana
E-Z Pass stolen
University police responded to Vulcan Village after recieving a call about two suspicious males looking inside of vehicles on Feb. 23 at approximately 1:40 a.m. University Police were able to locate, identify, and apprehend both males after a brief investigation that revealed that both were prowling around vehicles and stole an “E-Z pass”. Also one male was found to be in possession of narcotics. The males were arraigned and placed in Washington County correctional facility.
Gas Prices
Upset male
COGO’S 501 Jefferson Ave. Washington, Pa. $3.77
University Police responded to Carter Hall for a male upset and screaming in an office on Feb. 18 at 9:34 a.m.
Feb. 27, 2013 Unleaded - per gallon Kwik Fill 323 3rd St California, Pa. $3.85 Sunoco 417 W Main St. Uniontown, Pa. $3.85 7-Eleven 3 Fayette Ave. Belle Vernon, Pa. $3.75
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photo by Jeff Helsel Mason Quarture (on left) and Rob O’Neill, sophomore, sports management, make a “Stuff-a-buddy” bear at the Village Childcare & Preschool in California, Pa. on Wednesday. The 25 stuffed bears, which included Cal U t-shirts and birth certificates, were sponsored by the Student Activities Board.
SUMMER COLLEGE 2013 What can Cal U Summer College do for you? Improve your GPA (especially for students with a low amount of credits). Take a class that is hard to get into during the regular semester. Take a required class that will allow you to get a semester ahead. Retake a class you received a bad grade in (or failed). Accumulate extra credits during the year and decrease your time to graduation. This allows you to get ahead of your credits as well. IF you are behind in your major or just need to take some extra classes to stay on pace, Summer College is the perfect solution. Even better, most summer courses are offered online so you can work on your own schedule
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opinion
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Not all majors are created equal: STEM vs. Liberal Arts
STEM
Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
By Laura Zeno contributing editor
This past year, many colleges have seen tuition increase two fold. Meanwhile, the national unemployment rate for college students sits at 8.9 percent. During this tumultuous time, the issue has been brought up about majors and which are better for the country overall. Are they based in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) or liberal arts? Florida Governor Rick Scott and Texas Governor Rick Perry want to convince people to focus on “strategic areas” of study, such as science, technology, engineering and mathematics. These STEM degrees would be offered to students at a cheaper price than other degrees like those in liberal arts, even though they are much more expensive to run. By offering cheaper prices on certain practical degrees they hope to convince students to go in the STEM direction. Recent graduates in technical areas have found solid employment and are making a decent initial earning, but both vary on the specific area of study. In a report done by Georgetown University in 2012 called “Hard Times,” they state that mathematics and engineering have a 6.0 percent and 7.5 percent unemployment rate, respectively. The average starting pay for mathematics majors is
$46,000, while an engineering major can make $55,000 depending on their specific concentration. In general, liberal arts majors have a harder time finding work and are paid less. Liberal arts purists believe liberal arts majors are more well-rounded and moral in some areas. Nobel Prizewinning economist Amartya Sen talked about this in her Washington Post article titled “Why STEM is not enough (and we still need the humanities),” which was published last year around this time. She emphasized the instrumental utility of history, philosophy, literature and the arts in lifting not only the spirit but also the productivity of a society and the individuals it serves. Arts, humanities and liberal arts majors have an 11.1 percent and 9.4 percent unemployment rate. It’s stated that liberal arts majors only earn $30,000 a year as well. This is far less than a STEM major, but many feel arts are more fulfilling than the analytical STEM degrees. Even with all the articles to the contrary, I still believe that graduates in technology related areas have the greatest impact on society. They are the men and women who design our infrastructure and weapons. We as a society need more bridge builders and fewer anthropologists and philosophers. Arts - unemployment 11.1%, average salary $30,000 Humanities and Liberal Arts – unemployment 9.4%, average salary $31,000 Mathematics – unemployment 6.0%, average salary $46,000 Engineering – unemployment 7.5%, average salary $55,000
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When considering college majors, some people look at how much money they’re going to make right out of college while others choose the profession with the lowest unemployment rate. These are not irrational or impractical things to consider when deciding what you’re going to do with the rest of your life. Many choose a major based off of what they’re good at though, or what speaks to them. Financially manipulating students into entering majors in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) is unfair and detrimental to society as a whole. Politicians can’t assume that, by making certain degrees cheaper, students will steer towards them. It could have the exact opposite effect, convincing potential college students to decide that college isn’t worth it. Liberal arts focused in reading, language and writing are equally important. Society needs people who can communicate, create art, and think about our world in new and interesting ways for it to advance and grow intellectually. Colleges make students take a multitude of general education courses because they want you to be a well-rounded person; the world needs to be well rounded as well. Focusing on just one area is not going to help anyone.
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The liberal arts family isn’t just made up of arts and humanities, though. It also includes forensic science, pre-law and corporate and homeland security. Aren’t these majors directly and indispensably important as well? Politicians who most likely have liberal arts degrees can’t look down on them and call them less important. You can’t spend years encouraging students K-12 to read because it helps develop the brain and give them a better understanding of the world, then encourage those same students to stray from wanting to be an author of the kinds of books that inspired them. Inspiration for a STEM or liberal arts degree can be taken from these books, and it isn’t our place to decide which one is transferred to the student. Life is not just a scientific process. It is a menagerie of emotional and analytical experiences that are important to explore and understand. There is more beyond STEM degrees that we need so we don’t forget who we are as people, where we’ve come from as a society and the kind of world we want to shape for our next generation. Everyone has different callings in life. You’re told to follow your dreams, that you can do anything you want to do. I can’t imagine growing up and suddenly being told, “Your dream is impractical and is going to cost you quite a bit more. Try this instead.” Liberal Arts aren’t going away and it would be nice to know that the next generation will not be under the pressure to give up their ambitions.
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March 1, 2013
Academy Awards: winners on and off the red carpet by
Taylor Brown
for the Cal Times
The Awards Ceremony Seth Macfarlane, known for “Family Guy” and the movie “Ted,” made his first hosting appearance at the 85th Annual Academy Awards telecasted live from the Hollywood & Highland Center in Los Angeles this past Sunday. Leading the nominees with 12 nominations was “Lincoln”, which took home two awards including best actor in a leading role (Daniel Day-Lewis) and best production design. “Lincoln” was also nominated for best picture but was beat out for the award by “Argo” starring Ben Affleck and John Goodman, which wasn’t a surprise due to it’s reputation as a fan favorite. “Argo” took home the second highest number of awards with three, including awards for film editing and adapted screenplay. “Life of Pi” was the only movie
to take home more than “Argo” with academy awards out of 11 nominations. These awards included best cinematography, best director, best original musical score and best visual effects. Other big winners of the night included “Brave” for the best animated feature film and “Anna Karenina” for best costume design. “Django Unchained” star Christoph Waltz won for best actor in a supporting role and the movie itself won for best original screenplay. One of the most anticipated movies of the award season, “Les Miserables” received rave reviews from critics and fans alike and was up for a total of eight nominations including best actor in a leading role, best picture and best costume design. The film ended up taking home awards for best actress in a supporting role (Anne Hathaway), best make-up and hairstyling and best sound mixing. One of the most controver-
sial movies of the year, “Zero Dark Thirty,” was up for five nominations including actress in a leading role, best picture, film editing and writing for an original screenplay. At the end of the night, the film ended up with one Oscar for best sound editing. New James Bond flick “Skyfall,” starring Daniel Craig, was up for five different nominations and took home two Academy Awards for best original song (“Skyfall”) and best sound editing. A more recent movie, “Silver Linings Playbook,” was up for a total of eight different nominations and took home only one win – Jennifer Lawrence for best actress in a leading role. The Red Carpet As if any elaboration needs to be made about this statementmaking piece of fabric, has the potential to make or break any actor/actresses reputations with
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“Southland Tales” In the year 2005, a nuclear attack wipes out part of the state of Texas. This movie takes place three years after the catastrophic event. A Marxist underground group is out to get the federal government with a violent revolution while the story follows the lives of multiple characters and their involvement in the events around them. It’s a dystopian film that is sure to get the viewer thinking. Starring: Dwayne Johnson, Seann William Scott, Mandy Moore Genre: Action Sci-Fi & Fantasy Originally Released: Sep. 22, 2007
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Hanna
a poor choice of fashion sense. The good, the bad and the ugly of this year’s red carpet were something to behold. The good were those who brought their fashion A-game. Sandra Bullock looked fabulous wearing an Elie Saab fitted gown. Amanda Seyfried stunned crowds with a sheer patterned Alexandar McQueen gown. Naomi Watts wore silver sequined Armani off the shoulder gown. Jennifer Anniston wore a candy apple red strapless, A-line Valentino gown. These looks made the biggest statements out of the many dresses showcased by Hollywood’s starlets. Then there were the bad, typically these were the dresses worn by usually attractive actresses who just did not manage to pull off that night. Anne Hathaway wore an ivory colored Prada gown. This might have been a little better if the fit of the top didn’t make her look
like the weather was a bit too chilly for her liking. Adele wore an all-black semi-sheer Jenny Packham, which didn’t flatter her figure and almost made her look like she was headed to a funeral instead of down the red carpet. Last but certainly not least in the “bad” category is Reese Witherspoon who wore a royal blue Louis Vuitton, which would have been fine if it didn’t make her look three miles wide. Helena Bonham Carter, Sally Field and Hilary Swank also made serious fashion mistakes that evening. There were many good choices and many bad choices showcased on this year’s Red Carpet. Unfortunately it just wasn’t the night for some– maybe next time ladies. To see the looks the stars rocked on this momentous occasion and to make your own judgments, visit http://oscar. go.com/red-carpet.
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If you like aliens, pop punk and A Day to Remember memes then Last In Line is the pop punk band for you. Invading your eardrums from Harrisburg Pa, Last In Line speaks of aliens and friendship. To get a good idea of their sound, imagine newer pop punk bands such as Chunk! No, Captain Chunk, and ADTR. So far the band has released one EP and is about to release a self-titled full-length album. The band has dropped their first single, “Face to Face,” to coincide with the release of this album. This first look at the album seems very promising. It is well rounded for those who like both plain singing and screaming. The instrumental aspects are full of pop punk riffs and include some metalcore type breakdowns, which makes Last In Line enjoyable to different fan bases. Last In Line’s self-titled debut album will be out March 12 on Liquid Fiction Records. While you are waiting for that, check out the new single “Face to Face.” You can check out Last In Line on Facebook (facebook.com/lastinlinepa), Twitter (twitter. com/lastinlinepa) and on iTunes. If you’re interested in having your band featured here or on WCAL’s local-centric radio show, Locals Only, please send an email with links to music to Josh Hanna at Han1231@calu.edu.
Entertainment
March 1, 2013
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Les Miserables sings its way across the screen by
Casey Flores
contributing editor
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Never before (as far as I can remember) has a movie been done entirely in song. In “Les Miserables,” actors and actresses sing every word, and most are surprisingly good (except for Russell Crowe). Based off the epic novel written by Victor Hugo, “Les Mis” is a story that follows Jean Valjean (Hugh Jackman), an ex-convict who experiences true redemption. After being released from jail, Valjean was befriended by a priest, who gave him a place to stay, food to eat and clothes to wear. That night, while everyone at the church is sleeping, Valjean makes off with some expensive things. He gets caught and brought back to the priest, who tells the police that he gave Valjean the valuables and sends them on their way. This ignites genuine change in Valjean and, after giving his life to God he is quickly elevated societally, which is where the bulk of the story plays out.
The acting in this movie is impeccable. Jackman and Anne Hathaway (Fantine) really steal the show with their performances. Even Russell Crowe did a good job embodying the character of Javier, though he did not excel in the singing department. For the most part, though, the actors were believable and could sing very well. Samantha Barks, who played Eponine in both this movie and the 25-year anniversary play that starred Nick Jonas, stands out as the best singer among the cast. This movie is known to make grown men cry. I wish I could delve into it a little more, but the story is huge and goes in so many different directions. That isn’t to say the movie is unfocused; the threads are tied together at the end with the common theme of redemption. While the constant singing takes some getting used to, it becomes commonplace after a few scenes. Do yourself a favor and see this movie, now playing in the Vulcan Theater.
NEW THIS WEEK IN YOUR CONSOLE “Tomb Raider” “SimCity” “MLB 2K13”
IN THEATERS “Molly’s Theory of Relativity” “Jack the Giant Slayer” “21 and Over“ “The Last Exorcisim Pt. II” “Stoker”
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Hoodie Allen presents a mixtape to be forgotten by Jamie
Rider
entertainment editor When first listening to Hoodie Allen’s “Crew Cut,” it’s easy to find catchy hooks and simple lyrics that make it seem like he’s putting together catchy rap songs for the masses. Listeners can’t let this blind them though, and shouldn’t fall prey to the name-dropping and pop culture references that are strewn liberally throughout the songs. Hoodie clearly wants to make you feel like you’re in on the joke. The only joke, however, is that fact that he made this mixtape in the first place. On the first listen through it’s easy to hear the influences of rappers such as Childish Gambino and Chiddy Bang, but it’s more than influence. Hoodie is straight ripping them
off. Listeners might think otherwise since Chiddy is actually featured on the track, “Fame Is for Assholes”. This is a misconception, and spending more than a few seconds listening to just one of the songs featured will make that point evident. Chiddy’s role does not add any redeeming quality to the song, and it’s safe to say he should just stick with his original partner in crime Noah “Xaphoon” Jones. On the opening song, “Let Me Be Me,” Hoodie attempts to sing and rap his way into the listener’s heart with a beat that makes them tap their feet, but that’s about it. It’s meant to be a touching song about being an individual, but the lyrics chosen are far from heartwarming _ they’re simple and lack depth. Listeners hear what he’s saying literally, and can make a vague
relation to their own lives but the feeling of having a song reach somewhere deeper is missing all together. Running though the tracks on the mixtape is a game of “do you get this reference?” From rappers to donut companies to Anne Hathaway as Catwoman, no song is without something popular being referenced. If one were to invent a drinking game where a shot was taken for each pop culture reference, it’s easy to assume the entire party would be drunk by the end of the first song (drink responsibly kids). “Crew Cut” features other artists heavily – there are featured artists on over half the tracks. Hoodie looks to performers like Shwayze, Chance the Rapper and Jared Evan as contributors to his lackluster songs. While
this choice is expected from well-established artists, it seems a little soon for Hoodie to be throwing these artists into the mix when he hasn’t broken headfirst in to the industry just yet. I would love to tell you this mixtape has some redeeming qualities, but I can’t. From its overuse of brand names to its obviously borrowed similarities from artists who have made their name on their own, it’s one big testament to the phrase “imitation is the sincerest form of flattery” being completely flimsy. If this review hasn’t stifled Hoodie Allen curiosity, “Crew Cuts” can be found for free on DatPiff.com. Good luck.
Kate Nash “Girl Talk”
Raekwon “The Tonight Show” Soilwork “Living Infinite” Youth Lagoon “Wondrous Bughouse”
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Vulcans honor Michael on senior day, defeat Mercyhurst
The California Vulcans women’s basketball team celebrated their lone senior, Stephanie Michael, on senior day, Feb. 23. The Dance Team’s seniors were also honored. The Vulcans beat the visiting Mercyhurst Lakers 67-49. Michael played a game-high 35 minutes and scored 12 points in her final regular season home game. Michael will get one last chance to play in front of her home crowd on March 2 against Clarion in the first round of the PSAC Tournament.
Photos By Casey Flores
Basketball players from the Amature Athletic Union (AAU) cheer on Michael, who serves as an AAU coach.
Michael looks for an open teammate against Mercyhurst.
The Cal Dance Team seniors were also honored before the basketball games.
Stephanie Michael is honored at center court with her father before the game.
Michael shares a hug with her teammates during pregame festivities.
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SENIOR NIGHT
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Men’s basketball gets last second win over Mercyhurst
Keith Lowe celebrates his final home game with his family.
Photos By Casey Flores
Senior Quentin Harding grabs a rebound in the win.
Mitchell Weedon is honored before the game with his family.
The men’s basketball team honored their three seniors before the game against Mercyhurst on Feb. 23. Quentin Harding, Keith Lowe, and Mitchell Weedon each played their final home game of their collegiate careers. The Vulcans sent them out on top with a thrilling 53-52 victory over the Lakers. Lowe hit the game-tying and winning shots for the Vulcans. Cal U plays in the PSAC Tournament tomorrow (March 2). Lowe scores the game-tying layup in the final seconds. He was fouled on the shot and went on to hit the game-winning free throw.
Head coach Bill Brown talks to his team during a timeout. The three seniors (Harding, Weedon, and Lowe) all catch their breath while listening to their coach.
Health & wellness
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10 Ways to Stay Healthy By Laura Zeno
March 1, 2013
Dorm Room Food Upgrade
Shoyu-Style Ramen
Choose your liquor carefully.
Most beverages contain empty calories and lots of sugar.
Drink lots of water.
Between classes, during classes, stay hydrated.
Eat breakfast.
Breakfast will give you energy and boost your metabolism.
More tea, less coffee.
Tea has more caffeine than coffee and many health benefits.
Fruits and vegetables are key.
Take advantage of the salad bar, the more color the better.
Limit the junk food.
Junk food is the easy route, but it can take a toll on your health.
Don’t eat after 8.
Late night eating is hazardous to your health.
This is a fancy spin on the beloved packaged noodles. Pro tip: It’s healthier and tastes better if you toss out that spice packet! Ingredients: One Ramen meal package 3 cups chicken broth 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tablespoons of soy sauce Sliced ginger 3 cloves of garlic Bean sprouts Green onion & sesame seeds (for garnish) Mix chicken broth, sesame oil, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic in a pan over medium heat. Chop green onion into thin rounds. Add noodles to broth and stir. Add bean sprouts. Cook until broth is hot and noodles are al dente. Garnish with extra bean sprouts, green onion, and sesame seeds. Enjoy! RECIPE FROM REFINERY29.COM
Take time to relax.
Make time for things you enjoy to help reduce stress.
Get your beauty sleep.
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Have lots of protected sex.
It’s a great way to exercise, if you are careful.
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BSU
By Michelle Cooper
Hi everyone! We hope everyone enjoyed the Black History Month events that took place throughout February. Thank you to everyone that participated and showed support – your participation is what keeps this organization and these events going. We have to remember to support one another not just in the month of February, but also in every other month and activity as well. We need to build each other up, especially when everything around us is built to break us down. As we end Black History Month and transition into Women’s History Month, we would like to apply the same concept. Women have worked very hard to get to where they are today. A national holiday for women first became established as a day, then a week, and now a month. On March 8, 1857, women from New York City factories staged a protest for better working conditions. In 1848, the American woman suffrage movement started to take form, focusing on issues such as employment, rights in divorce proceedings, child custody laws and the right to vote. Women’s suffrage (the right to vote) was of the hardest issues for women to overcome. It wasn’t until 1920 when the Constitution was ratified to include the 19th Amendment – the women’s vote. The National American Women Suffrage Association (NAWSA) helped to strengthen the movement to make this happen. What women have helped you to get to where you are today? What can you do as a woman or what woman can you support for the advancement of women? Knowing the history of women can help shape the future of our girls. “If we want our girls to benefit from the courage and wisdom of the women before them, we have to share the stories.” - Shireen Dodson. Have a great week everyone!
The Internship Corner By Lucie Fremeau
The Local Government Academy is hosting a Municipal Intern Fair on Friday, March 1, at the University of Pittsburgh from 12:00 to 2:30 p.m. Students who are interested in public affairs, local government and public service careers are encouraged to attend the Intern Fair in order to interview and network with representatives from local government placement sites in Allegheny, Butler and Washington County. The Local Government Academy plans to have between 10 and 20 internships available for undergraduate and graduate students. The available internships will allow students to test their skills, complete a quality project, receive copies of reports for portfolios and resumes, experience organizational politics and participate in local government. Participants in the summer Municipal Intern Program will work 40 hours per week for 12 weeks beginning in May and ending in August. Participants will earn between $9 and $11 per hour. Students are strongly encouraged to attend the Intern Fair if they are interested in the program, because it allows the student to become familiar with the various projects that are available and make the appropriate choice for their career goals. Applicants should have strong writing and computer skills, past work or volunteer experience, interest in local government and the ability to work well with minimal supervision. Students must have completed their sophomore year of college and must not have already earned a degree. Students should bring at least 10 copies of their resume to the Intern Fair and should dress professionally. Pre-registration is recommended, and students should visit the Local Government Academy’s website for more information (www.localgovernmentacademy.org).
SENIOR CAREER WEEK: March 4th—March 8th The Perfect Pick: Give Us Your Stats in 30 Seconds on Interview Stream Monday, March 4 (all day) Upload your 30 second elevator pitch on Interview Stream by the end of today to win a gift card. Attention All Liberal Arts & Human Services Majors “Everyone Loves a Cinderella Story” Tuesday, March 5, 2013 (11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.) Duda 103 At this workshop, a panel of hiring employers will discuss the skills and knowledge they seek in today’s college graduates. These experts will reveal how you can stand out in a crowded field of job candidates. Bring a copy of your resume and prepare to network with some of the top employers in your field. Representatives from the following companies will be in attendance: JusticeWorks YouthCare, Intermediate Unit 1, Washington County Juvenile Probation, Pittsburgh Penguins and Community Action Southwest. Resumes in Review: Senior Walk-In Wednesday Wednesday, March 6, 2013 (all day) You will be graduating in just a few months! Do you have a resume? Stop by Career Services, Eberly 230, ALL DAY to begin or review your resume! Attention All Business, Science & Tech Majors “Semi-Finals Showdown” Thursday, March 7, 2013 (11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.) Eberly 110 At this workshop, a panel of hiring employers will discuss the skills and knowledge they seek in today’s college graduates. These experts will reveal how you can stand out in a crowded field of job candidates. Bring a copy of your resume and prepare to network with some of the top employers in your field. Representatives from the following companies will be in attendance: United States Steel, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, PNC and Western PA Conservancy. Your Path to Victory Starts with Practice! Mock Interview & Mock Job Fair Friday, March 8 (All Day) Natali Performance Center The following employers want to help you prepare for job interviews and job fairs! Sign up for a mock interview (interviews last approximately 30 minutes) by contacting Sheana Malyszka, at malyszka@calu.edu, or simply stop by the Natali Performance Center to get tips from employers on how to score at job fairs! Working with a professional and getting feedback on your performance in a mock interview and at a mock job fair is similar to working a with sports coach to learn how to improve your game. Both will enable you to learn where your strengths lie and where you may need to work to improve your performance. An added bonus to preparing and practicing is the self-confidence you will gain. In today’s world, you must be prepared and in top shape! Participating Employers: PLS, Fedex, Waddell & Reed, Mon Valley YMCA, Seven Springs, Wesley Spectrum. Contact Sheana Malyszka, Employer Development Coordinator, Career Services, Malyszka@calu. edu with any questions about Senior Week. Career Services Hours: Monday – 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Tuesday – 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Wednesday – Friday – 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Walk-in Hours for resume reviews (no appointment needed): Tuesday and Thursday – 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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Rostraver Girls Softball is seeking a paid Summer 2013 Assistant Complex Supervisor intern. The intern will be responsible for maintaining softball fields, assisting with identifying sponsorship opportunities, planning events, seeking advertisement opportunities, organizing inventory and supervising the concession stand. The ideal candidate has above a 2.5 GPA and has ASA clearance. In addition, the intern must have basic computer skills or Act 33/34 clearances. To apply, email a cover letter and resume with three references to Jack French at jdfrench6@comcast.net.
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DATE: Wed. March 13, 2013 TIME: 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. PLACE: Keystone 419, Cal U of Pennsylvania
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Lowe’s last second shot gives men’s hoops senior day win By José Negron staff writer
It was an up and down week for the California University of Pennsylvania men’s basketball team, as they went an even 1-1 in their last two home games to wrap up their 2012-2013 campaign. The Vulcans lost to Slippery Rock University 85-53 on Feb. 20 and defeated Mercyhurst University on Feb. 23 on senior day. The Vulcans took on Slippery Rock University in their second meeting of the season between the PSAC division foes. In the previous meeting, Slippery Rock defeated Cal U by a lopsided score of 75-58. This game wasn’t much different than the last meeting. The Rock controlled the game right from the tip off played with high intensity and speed. The Vulcans struggled shooting as they only shot 32 percent from the field. The Vulcans had
three shooters who scored in double digits – senior Mitchell Weedon (12 points), sophomore Tynell Fortune and senior Keith Lowe (10 points each). On Feb. 23, the Vulcans basketball team celebrated the collegiate basketball careers of their three senior members. Everyone in attendance recognized seniors Quentin Harding, Weedon and Lowe before the game against the Lakers of Mercyhurst. The Vulcans fought a harder battle in this game and were competitive from the opening tip until the final buzzer. The game went back and forth with more than six lead changes on the day and a largest lead of only 10 points held by the Vulcans late in the second half. With a 49-39 lead and 5:19 to go in the second half, the Lakers mounted a huge comeback with a 13-1 run over a four-minute span. The Lakers took a 52-50 lead with over a minute to go
in regulation. On their next possession, the Vulcans missed a pair of layups and the Lakers corralled the rebound on the second shot. After an intentional foul by Cal U, Mercyhurst went to the line, missing a one and one free throw opportunity that was controlled by Harding. He then passed it off to Lowe who drove to the lane and made the game-tying bucket while drawing a foul. Lowe converted on the threepoint play, giving the Vulcans a 53-52 lead with a few seconds remaining. The Lakers put up a desperation shot from the free throw line as time expired, but it fell short. Lowe’s last second heroics gave the Vulcans the victory on senior day. Cal U improved to 7-6 on their home court for the season and 11-14 overall. The Vulcans are in action again tomorrow in the first round of the PSAC Tournament.
Photo By Casey Flores Senior forward Mitchell Weedon sizes up his opponent in the Vulcan’s 53-52 victory over Mercyhurst on Senior Day.
Softball team now 11-0, off to best start in over a deacde before sophomore shortstop Breanna Morris (Waynesburg, Pa./Waynesburg Central) belted a three-run homer, her second of the year. After the Saints scored one run in the third, the Vulcans scored five unearned runs in the fourth to take a 10-4 lead. With runners in scoring position, Wideman lined an RBI single before freshman Lindsay Reicoff (Pittsburgh, Pa./Chartiers Valley) collected a two-run double. Morris and Sagl later posted back-to-back RBI singles with two outs. Limestone countered with two runs in the bottom of the inning to trim the deficit to 10-6. Cal U added an insurance run in the fifth when freshman left fielder Erica Vallecorsa (Latham, N.Y./Shaker) scored from second on a two-out RBI single by Wideman, 11-6.
Morris paced the offensive effort, finishing 3-for-4 with four RBI and one run scored. Wideman went 2-for-3 with two RBI and two runs, while Lia collected a pair of hits and Vallecorsa scored twice. Limestone starter Leah Quant (1-3) was saddled with the loss after being roughed up for seven runs (four earned) on six hits in 3.1 innings. The Vulcans are idle for over two weeks before playing five games in Virginia at the Salem Invitational on March 15-17. The Vulcans have five games in three days at the Salem Invitational. They take on West Virginia State, Salem International, Fairmont State, Shepherd, and Charleston (W. Va.). The Vulcans first home game will be April 5 when they host Edinboro for a doubleheader.
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The California University of Pennsylvania softball team closed the Limestone Invitational with a doubleheader sweep on Feb. 24 against the host Saints, winning 4-1 and 11-6. With the wins, the Vulcans improve to 11-0 overall after sweeping doubleheaders against Newberry (S.C.) and Limestone that weekend. Cal U is off to its best start to a season in over decade, while Limestone falls to 2-6 this year. In Game 1, freshman Alex Sagl (Oakville, Ontario/ Oakville Trafalgar) earned the complete-game victory after limiting Limestone to one run (unearned). She scattered only two hits and issued two walks in 7.0 innings while registering eight strikeouts. After two of the
scored twice in the victory. Saints starter Shelby Webb (1-3) suffered the loss after allowing four runs (two earned) on six hits and two walks in 7.0 innings. In the nightcap, junior Hope Spancake (Pine Grove, Pa./Pine Grove) registered the win after yielding three runs (one earned) on eight hits in 6.0 innings. She ranks second on the team this year with four victories and a 2.10 ERA in 20.0 innings of work. Cal U took a 1-0 lead in the second before Limestone countered with three runs in the bottom of the inning, 3-1. The Vulcans reclaimed the lead in the third after scoring four runs with two outs, 4-2. With runners on first and second, junior Stephani Ellis (Vancouver, British Columbia/Prince of Wales Secondary) lined an RBI single
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first three batters in the game reached base, Sagl allowed just two additional base runners for the remainder of the game. The Saints took a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first before the Vulcans answered with two runs in the third, 2-1. Junior second baseman Shelby Lia (Whitby, Ontario/Donald A. Wilson) reached base on an error to open the inning before advancing to third on a sacrifice bunt and ground-out. Junior catcher Natalie Wideman (Mississauga, Ontario/ Streetsville Secondary) then collected an RBI double before scoring on an RBI single by sophomore center fielder Shelby Heyd (Innisfil, Ontario/Nantyr Shores Secondary). Cal U posted a run in the fourth before Lia belted a solo homer to start the seventh, 4-1. Lia drove in two runs and
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Women’s hoops clinches first round home PSAC game By Matthew Kifer sports information
Behind four players scoring in double figures on Senior Day, the California University of Pennsylvania women’s basketball team earned a 67-49 victory over Mercyhurst on Saturday afternoon in Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) West play. With the win, the Vulcans improve to 18-7 this season behind a 14-7 mark in league action. Cal U has clinched the fourth seed in the PSAC Tournament and will host Clarion in the first round on Saturday, March 3, at 7 p.m. Meanwhile, the Lakers fall to 7-18 overall and 7-14 in conference play, which secures them the sixth seed. Junior forward Elena Antonenko (Moscow, Russia/ State University of Physical Education) led the team with 14 points after shooting sevenof-nine from the floor. She also posted four rebounds and three steals while playing 22 minutes. Antonenko has scored in double
figures in each of the last two games and seven times this season. Senior Stephanie Michael (Morgantown, W.Va./Morgantown) and junior Ashley Hines (Newark, N.J./Trenton Central) both finished with 12 points, while Hines added nine rebounds (six offensive) off the bench. Sophomore forward Irina Kukolj (Harrisonburg, Va./Harrisonburg) posted 10 points and five rebounds, while junior Kate Seebohm (Millicent, Australia/Millicent) tallied five assists. The Vulcans scored the first seven points of the game and held a 13-4 lead before the Lakers countered with an 8-2 run to trim the deficit to 15-12 with 11:00 left in the first half. Mercyhurst cut the deficit to 20-19 before Cal U mounted a 13-4 run over nearly seven minutes to take a 33-23 lead with 36 seconds left in the first half. Cal U stretched its lead to 13 points, 38-25, in the first two minutes of the second half before Mercyhurst cut the deficit
Cal baseball sweeps Charleston, hosts Farimont State By Matthew Kifer sports information
The California University of Pennsylvania baseball team completed the three-game series sweep over Charleston (W.Va.) with a 5-3 victory at Appalachian Power Park on Monday, Feb. 25. With the win, the Vulcans improve to 3-0 overall for the first time since the 2009 season. Meanwhile, the Golden Eagles drop to 0-3 this year. Junior Adam Mylant (Latrobe, Pa./Derry) earned the win with 0.2 inning of relief and freshman Mick Fennell (Butler, Pa./ Butler), who started the game in left field, recorded the save after tossing 4.0 innings of twohit relief. Senior starter Kyle Thomas (Munhall, Pa./Steel Valley) took a no-decision after allowing three runs (all earned) on six hits and two walks in 4.1 innings with six strikeouts. In the bottom of the second, Charleston had runners on second and third before Thomas kept the game scoreless with back-to-back strikeouts and a line out to end the inning. The Vulcans took the lead in the fourth, scoring four runs on three hits. Junior center fielder Ben Carson (Coal Center, Pa./ California) reached on an error to start the inning before moving to second on a sacrifice bunt. After a hit by pitch, sophomore shortstop Matt Peters (Upper Darby, Pa./Upper Darby) col-
lected a two-out RBI single before freshman designated hitter David Marcus (Whitby, Ontario/Father Leo J. Austin) followed with a two-run double. Marcus then scored on an RBI single by junior third baseman Derrik Zeroski (Clinton, Pa./ West Allegheny). Cal U added an insurance run in the fifth when sophomore second baseman Giovanni Morales (Philadelphia, Pa./St. Joseph’s Prep) scored from second on a single by Fennell. In the bottom of the inning, the Golden Eagles scored three runs before Mylant forced Charleston to leave two runners in scoring position. In the sixth, Fennell made his first career pitching appearance and forced the Golden Eagles to leave another runner in scoring position. Morales and Zeroski each finished the game with two hits, while Marcus registered a pair of RBI. Golden Eagles starter Alec Austin (0-1) suffered the loss after allowing five runs (one earned) on five hits in 5.0 innings of work. Charleston left nine runners on base in the loss, including five in scoring position. Cal baseball returns to action this weekend when it hosts the Farimont State Fighting Falcons for a three-game series at CONSOL Energy Park in Washington, Pa.
to single digits, 40-31, with 15:07 remaining. The Vulcans then mounted an 11-2 rally over two-plus minutes to take a 51-33 lead with 12:37 left to play, as Antonenko and Michael scored all 11 points. Cal U maintained a sizable double-digit lead for the remainder of the game, leading by as many as 22 points, 65-45, with 2:18 remaining. The Vulcans finished the game shooting 43.8 percent (28-of-64) from the floor and 72.7 percent (8-of-11) from the free-throw line. In comparison, the Lakers shot 36.2 percent (17-of-47) from the field and 66.7 percent (14-of21) from the charity stripe. Cal U out-rebounded Mercyhurst by a 39-35 margin and scored 27 points off turnovers. Senior Kaylee Foster was lone player for the Lakers to score in double figures, finishing with 13 points. The Vulcans will host Clarion in the first round of the PSAC Tournament tomorrow night at the Convocation Center at 7 p.m.
Photo By Casey Flores Junior guard Kate Seebohm shoots a free throw against Merychurst. The Vulcans defeated the Lakers 67-49.
Cal track finished ninth at PSACs By Matthew Kifer sports information
Senior Brandon Claypool (Lemoyne, Pa./Trinity) broke the school record in the heptathlon on Sunday, Feb. 24 and the California University of Pennsylvania men’s track & field team finished ninth in the team standings at the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Championships. Shippensburg maintained its opening-day lead and captured its third-straight league title with 197.5 points. East Stroudsburg moved into second place and finished with 119.5 points, while Slippery Rock placed third with 111 points. Cal U finished in ninth place at the indoor league championships for the second-straight year, totaling 26 points at the twoday event. Claypool finished eighth in the heptathlon after totaling 4,248 points in seven events. He broke the previous school record set by teammate Bruce McDaniel (Hawthorn, Pa./
Redbank Valley) at last year’s league championships by over 35 points. Claypool won the pole vault portion of the heptathlon after clearing 4.45 meters (14-7.25 feet) for the second time this season. He registered his second-highest point total in the heptathlon after placing ninth in the 60-meter dash with a time of 7.61 seconds. As an individual, he finished ninth overall in the pole vault with a mark of 4.35 meters (14-3.25 feet). The Vulcans posted a pair of top-10 finishes in the 800-meter run on Sunday. Sophomore Morgan Huegel (Cranberry, Pa./Cranberry) scored in the event after crossing the finish line in eighth place with a time of 1 minute, 56.88 seconds, while freshman Steven Stoffel (Cincinnati, Ohio/Glen Este) was close behind with a time of 1:56.97 to place ninth overall. After posting a season-best time in yesterday’s preliminaries, junior Alex Eaton (Abington, Pa./Abington) placed seventh in the finals of the 60-meter hurdles with a time of 8.51 sec-
onds. Freshman Aaron Barlow (Pittsburgh, Pa./Gateway) finished eighth in the finals of the 200-meter dash after crossing the finish line in 22.64 seconds. Cal U scored in the 4x400meter relay on Sunday, as freshman Andrew Adighibe (Philadelphia, Pa./Milton Hershey), Huegel, sophomore Jared Schaut (St. Marys, Pa./Elk County Christian) and freshman Keon Thompson (Coatesville, Pa./Coatesville) combined to post a time of 3:25.99 and place eighth in the event. S o p h o m o re N i c k P e z z a (Woodbine, Md./Century) established a personal record in the 1-mile run, finishing in 14th place with a time of 4:23.84. McDaniel finished 10th in the heptathlon with 3,983 points this year, highlighted by posting a time of 7.46 seconds in the 60-meter dash to place sixth overall. The Vulcans will be off for a month until March 23, when they host the California (Pa.) Early Bird meet.
March Madness Challenge College basketball’s biggest tournament, March Madness, is right around the corner. The Cal Times will have a March Madness bracket challenge once the tournament starts. The challenge is free and will be open to any students or faculty who wishes to participate. The Cal Times will create a group on ESPN.com once the brackets are released. Students will be able to sign up and track their picks as the games progress. The student who wins the challenge will get his or her picture in the paper along with a gift card. They will also have bragging rights as the smartest college hoops fan on campus. Do you think you have what it takes to beat our sports editor, Tyler Kimmel, and the rest of Cal U in this bracket challenge? Look for more information in the Cal Times or on our Facebook or Twitter pages as the tournament gets closer.
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