ST. JOHN FISHER COLLEGE
VOLUME 2 - ISSUE 1 - SEPTEMBER 18, 2002
CARDINAL COURIER Inside this edition
Tuition hike irks students EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
KARA RACE
Alexis Speck
“Oh, what a night” Jay and Kevin debate the worth of cats on the Off the Wall page. Story on page 6
Campus comes alive through events held during the first two weeks of the school year. Story on page 3
S TA F F W R I T E R S
ALEXIS SPECK and JOHN FOLLACO
After seven consecutive losses against the University of Rochester – including a 44-6 drubbing at Fauver Stadium last season – St. John Fisher football finally reigns in Rochester. The Cardinals thumped their crosstown rivals, 38-20 before 3,422 fans at Growney Stadium Saturday night. The Cardinals are 2-0 for the first time since 1995. “It’s a local team and you have to
beat local programs, they’ve got a good tradition over there” head coach Paul Vosburgh said. “We got a monkey off of our backs.” Junior Jason Meyers rushed for two touchdowns and 177 yards on 28 carries, and Greg Roland completed 11-of-19 passes for 134 yards and one touchdown, while running for another. Fisher siezed control early, taking a 14-0 lead, but Rochester rallied to close the gap to 22-14 at halftime. “We were losing our composure before the half,” Vosburgh said. “I told the guys that we needed to re-
establish ourselves and say ‘We’re gonna win this football game’.” As time expired in the third quarter, Roland hit fullback Matt Davis with a 10-yard touchdown pass to give Fisher a commanding 32-20 advantage, and sealing the win. “Watching the Rochester fans walk off, knowing we shut their mouths,’’ wide receiver David Moyer said, “It brought us enjoyment.” E-mail addresses: jpf8380@sjfc.edu aas2672@sjfc.edu
Tuition for the 2002-2003 school year has increased by 6.7 percent marking yet another year in which tuition at St. John Fisher has increased. The tuition increase, which works out to $500 a semester, is twice as high as the tuition increase which occurred last fall. “It has risen every year since I’ve been here,” said senior Kate Maloney. “And while it wasn’t awful, it was difficult to deal with.” John Pecchia, Vice President for Financial Affairs at Fisher, said the higher tuition was a result of increased costs on the school. “We have more students,” Pec“There are more chia said. demands, more needs.” Pecchia pointed out that there were many aspects of the increase including higher technology costs, insurance payments, salary increases, and utilities expenses. “It was increased costs for the school and that was passed on to the students,” said Sue Lazarus, a nursing student. Lazarus has been deeply
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On Wednesday, September 11 the world gathered to remember a day that will never be forgotten. This giant flag painted on Kearney lawn was one way that St. John Fisher came together on that day to remember. Memorials were held at numerous locations around the county. See pages 4 and 5 for extended coverage and reflections from Fisher students. Jay Adams
Will wounds be healed? SENIOR EDITOR
JOHN FOLLACO
Women’s soccer starts season without their starting goalkeeper. Story on page 7
INDEX VIEWPOINT.........2 NEWS...................3 9/11....................4-5 OFF THE WALL...6 SPORTS.............7-8
Last April’s bitter feud between St. John Fisher College President Katherine Keough and members of the Fisher faculty culminated in a compromise designed to bridge the communication gap between the two parties. However, there is some question from Keough’s critics as to whether or not communication will actually improve. “The president accuses us (the faculty) of a lack of trust without taking responsibility for the reasons for this mistrust,” Faculty Assembly chair, and English professor David Sanders said. “I don’t even think she really wants to know.” Keough insists that she has heeded the lessons of last April, and is eager to heal the wounds. “I don’t want to put a band-aid on the problem,” Keough said. “Band-aids aren’t good enough. I want clean, new skin.”
“I am willing to say that yes (communication) didn’t work, and for many reasons. And I am willing to put into place what the faculty (assembly) said.” The controversy erupted over Keough’s appointment of a Provost, Fisher’s chief academic officer and faculty leader. Keough scrapped the findings of a faculty Provost Search Committee – after members of Fisher’s Board of Trustees deemed the committee’s two recommended candidates unacceptable. Acting Provost Donald Bain was then asked to remain in the position for another two years, without consulting faculty. Fisher’s governing by-laws does give the college president complete authority to name his/her own administrators with confirmation by the Board of Trustees. However, both sides agree that the Provost issue was only one of a series of communications break downs in recent years. “Last April had to happen,” Keough said. “There had been a
festering boil and last April lanced that boil. It was not the Provost search, but rather a series of dissatisfactions from the faculty over a lack of communication.” Sanders agrees, “She (Keough) is hard to depend on. She partly does things, and she partly undoes them.” The Faculty Assembly’s motion was designed to bridge this communication gap. It includes monthly meetings between rotating faculty groups and members of the Board of Trustees, as well as monthly meetings between rotating faculty groups and Keough. It also calls for the beginning of a new Provost search, as well as the formation of a strategic planning committee that will help shape Fisher’s direction. Keough presented the motion to the Board of Trustees in June, but Sanders – also present at the meeting – feels that it was an edited version. In a letter addressed to both Keough and faculty members in
June, Sanders states that the resolutions passed by the Trustees were not the same motions passed by the Faculty Assembly. His concerns revolve around what he perceives as Keough’s revisions, which include: a one-year time frame that was established for the faculty meetings, the scope of these meetings being limited to discuss the new Provost search and the strategic planning process, and a new composition for the Provost Search Committee that reduces faculty representation from 90 percent to 55 percent. Sanders has not seen a response to his letter. “That is one example (of a continued lack of communication). Since I addressed a letter to both the President and the faculty, you would think she would respond,” he added. Keough says that the percentage of faculty serving on the Provost Search Committee was adjusted
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VIEWPOINT
Page 2 September 18, 2002
A voice emerges By Kara Race, Cardinal Courier Editor-InChief
Dear Students, For weeks I have thought about what to write in this letter. What does everyone want to hear? What do they need to know? I was stumped, completely overcome by writer’s block. Unsure of what to say, I avoided this letter. But now, reflecting on life one full year after the September 11th attacks, my block seems to have faded. This past year has been one of reflection for all Americans. We sit and ask ourselves what is important? What is our passion in life? What is life? How should we live it? We can’t help but question who we are and what this world around us is. For me, this year has been one of great discovery. A year ago I was questioning a lot of things: my major, my future, my goals in life. I spent the year reflecting on a lot, looking deep into my mind and my heart trying to figure out what it was I wanted out of life. During this search, a good friend of mine gave me the book Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom. It took me less than two days to read the entire thing. In the same way that the aftermath of September 11th taught me to appreciate how precious life is, this book taught me about how to make life precious. “So many people walk around with a meaningless life. They seem half-asleep, even when they’re busy doing things they think are important,” Albom wrote. “This is because they’re chasing the wrong things. The way you get meaning in your life is to devote yourself to others, devote yourself to your community around you, and devote yourself to creating something that gives you purpose and
meaning.” I have done this. I have created my something to provide me with purpose and meaning. I have found something that I can give myself to, that makes me smile and gives me pride. I have something that is a true reflection of who I am and what I stand for. This newspaper is my something. I have been there from the beginning witnessing the fall of our previous newspaper, putting in the long, grueling hours last year as we rebuilt and battled our way through what seemed an endless fight. Through all the criticism and all the doubts, a small group of us remained strong and successfully created the Cardinal Courier. Our creation gave us all a small sense of purpose and meaning in this thing we call life. But beyond us, we created something that we hope will help this school find purpose and meaning in these times of question. We want to enlighten you with every issue and help you resolve the questions to which we are all searching for answers: Who am I? What is my purpose? What do I want in life? We are more than just a newspaper. We are a part of this community. We are a representation of the student body and we look forward to being your voice.
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Do we truly remember? Should September 11th be declared a National Holiday? No. Should government agencies, schools, and businesses close on this day of infamy? Absolutely. September 11, 2001 was many things; a holiday wasn’t one of them. I dread the thought of that horrific day becoming one of those “get out of work/school free passes” that are now commonly associated with many National Holidays. Instead, September 11th should be declared a National Day of Remembrance. Our generation incurred a tremendous responsibility as the events of that day unfolded: a responsibility to remember. It is a seemingly simple responsibility, yet one that we have had a great deal of difficulty executing. We must remember. Remember where you were when you heard the tragic news. Remember how members of the New York Police and Fire Departments raced up the burning buildings and towards disaster, as everyone else attempted to rush towards safety. Remember the heroes of Flight 93. Remember how proudly we waved our flags outside our homes, and the sense of pride we felt as nearly every house on our street did the same. Remember how we joined together to donate blood, raise donations, send supplies, and comfort our neighbors in New York
By John Follaco, Cardinal Courier Senior Editor
City. In the days and weeks after September 11th the United States of America transformed itself. We became a different society, one that set aside petty differences and gained a new perspective on what truly is important. Even Major League Baseball united to produce one of the most amazing postseasons in its storied history – complete with George W. Bush throwing out the first pitch of the World Series at Yankee Stadium to a standing ovation. It was magical. Unfortunately, the magic has waned. We all knew it would happen, and it did. Eventually the dust settled, the wreckage was carted away, and the United States returned to normalcy. There is nothing wrong with normalcy. We should all be grateful to live in a country where we can enjoy the immense freedom that we do in normal, everyday life However many had hoped that we would create a new sense of normalcy in the aftermath of 9/11 – one that understood true relevance, and focused less on petty bickering. Unfortunately we have
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not. We have forgotten. All of us have reverted to old habits, dwelled on insignificant things, and been drawn into silly disputes. Of course these things will continue to happen, we are human. Yet we owe it to the victims to do everything within our power to keep the proper perspective. It is one thing to remember September 11th in our minds; it’s another to remember that day in our hearts. Thankfully, we have another chance. Last week marked the year anniversary of 9/11, and the entire country – including the St. John Fisher community – united to commemorate it. Fisher students, faculty, and staff united to adorn Kearney lawn with a painted flag. Later that evening, the campus again came together to hold a candlelight vigil in memorial of the victims. For 24 hours the magic returned. We remembered. As a new year dawns (undoubtedly the “unofficial” calendar year is now marked by this anniversary) we again have the opportunity to ensure that those victims did not die in vain. A year of terror has concluded, but our responsibility continues. We must remember. Email address: jpf8380@sjfc.edu
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Successful start to semester S TA F F W R I T E R S
PAM WOODFORD and KARA RACE
The first two weeks at St. John Fisher were filled with activity, enthusiasm, and fun as the campus was alive with activities from various student organizations, never leaving a dull moment Orientation consisted of three days filled with jam-packed events that gave new students the opportunity to learn the layout of the campus, make friends, and have a successful beginning to college. “Our number one goal for orientation was to provide a smooth transition,” said Beth Herberger, director of Student Life. Orientation leaders were hard at work making the weekend exciting for students. “I liked the amount of enthusiasm that the leaders and peer advisors expressed,” said freshman Kristin Norsen. Some of the orientation events included Playfair, a motivational speaker, a “Life at Fisher” skit, and a black light dance party. “Each year the orientation team strives to improve and add different twists to the weekend to reach their perpetual goal of making orientation better,” said Herberger. Orientation wasn’t the only thing happening at Fisher during the first two weeks, however. Some social events sponsored by various organizations included the Casino Heist Game Show, Ultimate Bingo, an Ice Cream Social, a Drive-In Movie, and a Hawaiian Luau. The Resident Student Association’s Ultimate Bingo in Wilson Formal attracted close to 200 students, a number that was not expected prior to the event. “I enjoyed Bingo because it
brought students together and allowed us to meet new people,” said Megan Hoad, a freshman. Josh Harris, President of RSA, said “We like doing programs that students like and will support.” According to Harris, RSA’s goal in hosting the event was to get students familiar with their organization as well as encourage interaction on campus. Ultimate Bingo drew such a good crowd that RSA is discussing plans to make it a monthly program throughout the year. The Student Activities Board was also hard at work during the first two weeks at Fisher. Their first big event was mentalist Robert Channing, which took place during orientation weekend. The event attracted about 440 students. “SAB wanted to get off on the right foot with the freshmen this year by showing them just what kind of events we are able to provide,” said Aaron Schmitt, Vice President of SAB. “We felt Robert Channing was the type of performer who would not only ease much of the anxiety and awkwardness of the first weekend, but provide an entertainment value that they cannot find anywhere off campus.” SAB also hit big by giving away two vacations to the Bahamas during Casino Heist and letting Gizmo the Roving Robot loose on campus last week. “I thought the mentalist and Gizmo the Robot were great ways to bring out the new freshmen class and to get involved in the festivities,” said Lynn Ambrose, a freshman. Opportunities to join the festivities were also available at the Involvement Festival held last week on Lavery Lawn.
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The Student Activities Board creates excitement at the Involvement Festival on Lavery Lawn last Thursday during free period. All clubs and organizations at Fisher had the opportunity to set up booths to encourage students to get involved. Many booths offered free promotional gifts to entice students. Activities such as wax hand molding and temporary tattoos were available for students to try at no charge. “The involvement festival was beneficial and it allowed me to become more than just a successful student,” said freshman Zaineb Salem. “It helped make me feel as though I am a member of the St. John Fisher community.” The overall consensus was that the first two weeks were very successful.
TUITION continued from Page 1 affected by the tuition increase which has made her unable to make the higher payments. “It has forced me to go part time,” she said. “I was due to graduate in 2003, but now I am forced to do an extra year.” As a result of going part time, Lazarus not only has to take another year’s worth of classes but also lost the scholarship that she held previously and no longer receives financial aid. “For me, I’m not 20 anymore,” said Lazarus. “I’m older and I’m anxious to get my career started and this is holding me back.” Pecchia tried to show that the tuition increase really was going back to the students. “Tuition doesn’t just pay for academics,” he said. “We’re building a community.” In an attempt to build a community, Fisher has obtained brand new equipment for its computer lab in Kearney Hall as well as
refurbished the first floor of Lavery Library and parts of Kearney Hall. Other renovations made this year include Founders Hall, the beautification of Ward Hall, and revamping some of the classrooms, all things that will benefit the student body. “Another big reason was competition,” said Pecchia. “We want to be competitive. We want to attract good students.” To attract good students, Fisher has increased its institutionally funded financial aid and scholarships by 17% in the past year. Scholarship money given away by the school is now at $12 million as compared to $10.3 million previously. With all of the increases in scholarships and institutionally funded financial aid, Pecchia said most of the money from the tuition increase is going back to the students. “This isn’t a profit thing,” he
said. We are not the only school that has suffered a tuition increase this year, however. According to Pecchia, schools across the region are suffering from the same financial demands. As compared to other schools across the spectrum, Fisher falls in the middle in terms of its increased tuition. “Last year we were the lowest,” said Pecchia. “This year we’re in the middle. We’re about equal with Nazareth.” Equal or not, Fisher students are still paying more than they have before to attend classes here and it looks as though this cost will continue to increase in future years. “We’re trying to make it affordable,” said Pecchia. “The school will do everything it can to minimize an increase in tuition.”
ulty, staff, students, administrators and trustees. Yet Sanders expresses concern that the group is too large to accomplish its mission. “The group is too big, it is utterly unwieldy,” Sanders states. “I’m interested to see how many faculty members will volunteer to take part, to give up all those hours in a committee where individuals have little voice.” Associate Provost and committee chairman Douglas Howard agrees that the original group is too large to make decisions, and says that a steering committee of 17 individuals will be elected once the entire strategic planning com-
er big turnout at “Roommate Singled Out” on the 26th as well as with their Tip Off Classic, Haunted Walk, and Midnight Pajama Fun Run. Also look for events from other organizations such as Commuter Council, TEDDI and many more. The first two weeks at Fisher seemed to be full of activity and excitement but the entire year proves to be nothing less. Keep an eye out. Email addresses: pmw7069@sjfc.edu ker3522@sjfc.edu
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WOUNDS continued from Page 1 for good reason. Two trustees were added to the committee to ensure the outcome will be satisfactory to board members. “Last year the selection (of Provost candidates) was unacceptable to both the trustees and to administration. It was a failed search,” Keough said. “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over again and not expecting the same results. Why do it over again?” A major element of April’s resolution is a strategic planning committee that will help shape the future of the college. It will comprise over 50 people, including fac-
“I am quite impressed with the enthusiasm of the freshman and the way they showed up in droves to all of the events during the first two weeks at Fisher, not to mention the support from the upperclassmen once they returned to campus,” said Schmitt, reflecting on the first two weeks. Although the first two weeks at Fisher have come to end, the activities have not. SAB will be starting their weekly films and Open Mic Night series as well as putting together a Casino Night in early October. They will also be presenting a comedian, a hypnotist and a paintball trip among many other activities. RSA looks to get anoth-
mittee is in place. “The President outlined a large committee, wanting the broadest group possible in order to include everyone’s input,” Howard said. “Then the steering committee will take that input and work it into a strategic plan.” Communication still remains the central issue. “She (Keough) makes these decisions without wide consultation or prior announcement,” Sanders said. “This is how she operates. She does what she pleases.” Email address: jpf8380@sjfc.edu
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“After the event everyone kept saying there were other targets. My sister Julie was living in Boston and all that went through my head was ‘is my sister alright or not’.” -Valerie Panna, freshman
Remembering S I
t was a day that began like any other. The Fisher community awoke to a sunny Sept. 11, 2001 and started its daily routine, the campus active with students and staff alike preparing for the tasks of another mundane Tuesday. But as we all know, this Tuesday was anything but ordinary. As word of terrorist attacks on New York City and Washington D.C. spread throughout campus, all of us understood that this day was likely the most horrible yet defining moment of our generation, our nation, and our history. On that day, our community, with members connected to the attacks through loved ones or through their compassion for those affected, reached out to each other and our fellow countrymen through prayer, donations and support. We have each carried some part of that day’s events in our hearts for the past year, so on September 11 this year, the community united again in many ways to honor the victims, show support for our nation, and above all, remember.
“I just started freaking out. It was just so awful I didn’t know what to think or what to do….it was so tragic I felt it was something that only happens in movies.” -Kym Banks, freshman
Fisher honors those
“I was in my Methods’ class and at the moment my professor said, ‘History happens just like that,’ she turned on the TV and it showed those events happening. My reaction I can’t explain. How does anyone take that? -Richard Worden, senior
Remembrance has a variety of definitions. It can be a memory from childhood, an experience that made you smile, or simply remembering to pick up a loaf of bread from the store. Remembrance is also a time when you stop and reflect on the things that made the world stand still. Wednesday, 9/11/02, was one of those times. Students, faculty, and citizens from the community gathered on Kearney Lawn for a candlelight vigil to remember the events that occurred a year ago. Prior to the event, students helped a grounds crew paint a 50'X80' American flag on the lawn in front of Kearney Hall. The painting began at 9am on Wednesday morning and was finished at 4pm that afternoon. The idea for the flag was conceived
by Alan Dungey, grounds crew at Fi "All through thought about how orate [the events 2001]," said Dung how I could [c events] as a grou than what I coul paint. So I pitche boss and it just w We decided to do Kearney lawn." A welcome speec Katherine Keough John Fisher, an offered by Father wreath made out o displayed as everyo tunity to commemo may have lost on 9 was then passed th
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September 11, 2001 Left: A monument built in Brockport to remember New York City Firefighters. Below: A community remembers through music.
“At first it was kind of a shock. I didn’t want to believe it. Then I drove here and I ran upstairs and watched the news. I saw the first tower down. It was just scary.” -Jessica Timothy, junior
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attendance. The ceremony ended with the singing of "Amazing Grace" which was led by Dr. Keough "[The vigil] was a good way to remember those who were tragically effected and touched by the events [of 9/11/01]," said Bunny Dugo, sophomore at Fisher, "It makes us realize that, even though some of us were not personally touched, we recognize that the whole nation has been touched. It's just important to remember. Its not easy to forget 3,000 deaths." For about an hour, the world stood still as tears were shed, memories relived, and meaning restored to the lives of those who stood in candlelight on Kearney Lawn. The message was loud and clear that Americans will not forget those who we lost on 9/11/01.
Rolling Requiem: A tribute in song A white light shone down on a lone pianist as he began playing the beginnings to Mozart’s Requiem. With the first note dancing through the somber air, Rochester joined tens of thousands across the globe in a tribute to the lives lost on September 11 in a Rolling Requiem. Held at the Hochstein Performance Hall on North Plymouth Avenue, the ceremony began at 8:46, the time the first plane crashed into the World Trade Center. The idea for a Rolling Requiem began with the Seattle Symphony Chorale and grew in numbers and distance as choruses around the globe seized the chance to partake in a worldwide moment of piece and remembrance. A moment that included 15,000 musicians in more than 200 performances, from as far away as Moscow, Russia and Osaka, Japan and included local singers from St. John Fisher College as well as the Concentus Women’s Chorus and the Genesee Valley Chorus. The concert was to begin in the Pacific Rim and by nightfall have encircled the entire globe surpassing not only time zones but also races and religions and colors. A universal tribute to a tragedy that claimed the lives of people from more than 80 countries. With a full house and each chorus
member wearing a heart with the name of a lost life, the ceremony began with words from Mayor Johnson before pianist Richard Volpe began playing a solemn yet beautiful rendition of one of Mozart’s most famous pieces, Requiem. With the accompanying chorus of 200 plus voices reaching up into the heavens it seemed appropriate for them to be led by a single instrument instead of a large orchestra. Conductor Roger Wilhelm who brought another level of energy and emotion to a still recovering local community, smiling gently every so often to let people know that life is going to be good again, also led the chorus. Why Requiem? It was originally a tribute by Mozart for his late wife and then later in his short career a mysterious stranger asked if Mozart would compose a piece for a Requiem mass, hence the reason for the choice. The word requiem itself means for the dead. And on a day when millions of people in America are grieving what could be more appropriate then a song for them our fathers, our mothers, our sons and daughters, our brothers and sisters. For a few moments on that morning no one was alone, trying to deal with this tragedy by themselves.
“My initial reaction was shock, but then I felt disappointment that our country could be so vulnerable.” -Jay Ellis, sophomore
“My son was very confused because I have brought him up not to hate. He didn’t understand how people could be so hateful and do something so awful to our country.” -Audray Davis, junior
Compiled by Jay Adams, Michelle Girardi, Heather Hudson, Jason Marsherall, Kara Race, Joshua Tomaszewski, Christan Vosburgh, and Kevin White
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OFF THE WALL
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Cats divide Fisher students S TA F F W R I T E R
JAY ADAMS
S TA F F W R I T E R
KEVIN AUBREY
Everyone likes pets. We love them as our own and often they become just as big a part of the family as that annoying kid brother- the one that won’t stop listing off every Pokemon in existence and blasting you for not knowing that Pikachu was simply a part of something greater and basically played the role of spokesman. This sort of annoyance brings me back into my original point about pets, and more specifically, cats as pets. To put it mildly, I dislike cats. I dislike them so much, I am allergic to them. People gush more over their silly cats than should be allowed by law. Every time I see someone nuzzling their “wiiiitttlee sweetie puss,” I feel physically ill. I have to question this undying love and dedication to an animal that gives nothing in return, save perform-
ing acts of stupidity that are placed under the heading of “Cute.” Dogs are loyal animals. They love you for who you are, but cats aren’t loyal at all. A cat would sell you out for a serial killer banging a spoon on the side of a fancy feast can in an alleyway. It seems that their main interest is to eat and then find a warm sunbeam to sleep in until they eat again. Cats are the fussiest animal I have ever seen. If the carpet isn’t soft enough or they dislike the curvature of their food dish, they will get ornery and probably leave a little present in one of your shoes. I have also seen cats who are deathly afraid of people and take off running at the sight of them. What good is that? What is the point of a pet that is scared by people? I think the reason I don’t like these felines is because I see through the cat’s little tricks. I don’t fall for that “look at me I am
cute and chasing this string” trickery. When I see a cat doing that, I see a cat that is duping its owner trying to give them a reason not to be kicked to the curb. That purring thing is phony, and so is that “look I am a sweet animal rubbing up against your leg.” They are just trying to scratch a place they can’t itch and cover you with as much hair as possible. Hair gets every where, even people who don’t have cats find cat hairs on their clothes. Call me a bad guy if you want but I would rather have an honest, ugly, three legged iguana than spend a day picking cat hair off everything I own. I’ll stick with my fish. They don’t try to trick me at all except for when they pull that wacky upside down swimming thing at the top of the tank. I still can’t figure that one out. Email addresses: kea9632@sjfc.edu jaa3715@sjfc.edu
I may be a guy. I may be driven by testosterone in a world filled with chaos. I may get caught up in the ideas of what a male in his 20’s should be and do. But, gosh darn it, I know cute when I see it. I'm not ashamed to admit it. Cats have always had a soft spot in my heart since I was a child. Some of you may feel the same way, some of you may not. Don't get me wrong, I'm not obsessed with felines. I do, however, feel that there are some strong points to be made about the worth of cats. I couldn’t agree more with Robert DeNiro in “Meet The Parents” when he explains to his future cat hating son-in-law, Gaylord Focker, that cats are not sell outs. They make you earn their affection and love. Dogs, on the other hand, patronize their owners by trying too hard to be cute just to get a treat. I love dogs too, but in my own experiences, I have found this to be true. I have owned a cat for about five years now. He’s all black and his name is Slick, (named after the cat in “Grumpy Old Men”). Some say that people like Marilyn Manson or Ozzy Osbourne are the “antichrist,” however, I beg to differ. I believe my buddy Slick may have a set of horns that I haven't found yet. Many times I’ve wondered to myself, “If my cat is up here on earth, then who is running hell?” With that said, I feel it is important to mention that Slick, as a kitten, was stricken with a respiratory condition which should have killed him. However, I nursed him back to health and he is now a five year old, tubby, grumpy, healthy cat. At the time he was sick, I stayed up most nights with Slick making sure he would eat and get
some sort of nutrition. I made sure he was as comfortable as possible, letting him sleep on my chest until he would awaken again to cry and whine. After a few weeks of this, I thought I had earned his respect as the savior of his life. Boy, was I wrong. The healthier he got, the more he began to dislike me. I couldn't pet him without being greeted with a hiss or ending up with a claw-mark on my hand. To this day, he still has this mean disposition. However, it is not just me he doesn't like, it’s everyone that has ever crossed his path. Friends of mine have fallen victim to his razor-sharp claws and his powerful jaw, even after being warned about his anger management problems. To anyone else, this may seem like a cat that needs to be disposed of as soon as possible. I couldn't disagree more. Slick is an independent cat. He knows what he wants out of life and he’s not afraid to stand up for himself to get it. All he wants to do is eat and sleep. Somehow, my existence disrupts his goals in life, but I understand. I understand the fact that he is making me earn his respect and love. He’s not going to sell out just because I saved his life once. He’ll make me go to the ends of the earth to earn his respect and I'm fine with that. I have had good experiences with cats. Obviously, not my own, but other people’s cats seem to like me. This tells me that I don't have any hygiene problems or smell like rubbish. But I wouldn't want any other cat in the world besides Slick. He may not be great for my self-esteem, as the mere sound of my voice makes him claw the bejesus out of my feet, but he's still my cat. And, gosh darn it, he’s a cute one. That makes him worth more than all the gold in China. Is there gold in China?
Corky Hartwig: bees, ice hockey and a goat S TA F F W R I T E R
KEVIN AUBREY
Sitting at his computer in a small Murphy single swatting at errant bees and wearing a sarcastic looking grin, I find junior Adam Hartwig. You may know him by his alter ego “Corky,” and if not you have probably seen this tall drink of water wandering around campus cracking jokes and peering at the world with satirical blue eyes. He has only one request before the interview and that is one from his girlfriend who asked him “not to say anything that will get her beat up too.” Q. First of all how did you come by the nickname “Corky”? A. Well, I got it freshman year when we were playing Fredonia in rugby, and I separated my
shoulder and had to go to the hospital. The next day I was on a whole bunch of painkillers and walking around with my shoulder strapped to my chest and drooling. ‘Nuff said. Q. What brought you to Fisher? A. I don’t know since I got accepted to the University of Hawaii too. I guess St. John Fisher just sounded more exotic. I mean who needs 80 degrees and sunny everyday, when I can be here in 70 degrees with bees swarming in my room. It’s okay though, I’m only allergic. Q. What is your major? A. History. Q. Why? A. Why the heck not? Q. What do you want to do with that? A. Graduate. Q. Okeey Dokeey, I heard
that you are trying to get a curling team started, is that true? A. (Laughs) Yeah I found out hockey would be too expensive unless we played with sticks and
stones. Q. How is it going? Do you have enough brooms? A. We are a few bristles short. But seriously, I am trying to start a men’s and women’s Ice Hockey team and it would be nice to see people come out for it. People just need to get over their fears of ice skates and frozen water. Frozen water doesn’t bite. Q. Hockey, curling, they are basically the same thing; all you really need are ice and some Russians. So, what do you do for fun? A. Try to see how many different sports I can get hurt at. Binge eat, maybe. Q. Okay, what is your favorite word or phrase? A. Probably “I’m gonna go out on a limb here.” Q. You are a pretty tall kid, can you dunk?
A. No, when you are fat most of your life you tend to aim just below the rim or aim for those cookies on the top shelf. If you dunk there is pretty much no reward. At least when you eat a bag of cookies, you’re full. Q. What’s the strangest print-worthy thing about you? A. Probably that my shoulder is completely deformed now from rugby, or that I have always wanted to steal a goat. Q. Well, along with livestock, do you like my shoes? A. I don’t know. I’m not sure. I have had so many head injuries it makes it hard to see that far. Q. Finally describe yourself in one word for the Fisher community? A. Fat. Email address: kea9632@sjfc.edu
Will You Tie My Shoe?
Team leader stuck on sidelines Left: Between insults, Gizmo shows he has heart and helps Kevin with his untied shoe.
Left: After waiting until the wee hours of the morning, Jay lost the battle of the wills and left frustrated as the statue flat out refused to tie his shoe.
Above: After tripping down the stairs into the Cyber Cafe, Stephanie Marra helps Jay with his loose laces.
Below: Along with a hearty banana, Jay gets help with his shoes from Rob Wakelee and Dave McAllister.
Above: Good samaritan Melanie Henry teaches Kevin how to tie a double knot.
Left: A desperate Kevin notices his shoe is untied and tries to flag down a passing motorist for assistance to no avail.
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Senior Cat DeCecco looks on as her team practices. S TA F F W R I T E R
JAY ADAMS
Competing in Division III Women’s Soccer is hard. It’s even harder when your team's star goalie is sidelined with a season threatening back injury. Cat DeCecco, a senior captain and starting goalie for the women’s soccer team suffered a strange injury four weeks ago and it may cost her her last chance to play soccer for Fisher. “I have no clue [how I got injured], said DeCecco. “I ran two miles in the morning and then started doing my workout right after that. I start to feel [pain in my back]after the workout. By the afternoon session, I was out.” Both trainers and chiropractors at Fisher have been trying for weeks to figure out the cause and the extent of the injury. DeCecco may have a hemorrhage in her lower back. Other possibilities include a tear in a disc or ligament. The answer will not fully be known until an MRI is done later this week. Even after weeks of rest and icing, DeCecco is still feeling the effects of the injury. “Morning, the pain is big time,” said DeCecco. “It usually takes an hour before I can walk normally. Tuesdays and Thursdays I have three classes and just sitting there aggravates it. When I first got injured, I was crooked, I couldn't stand straight up. Now, I can, but I can only run and ride the bike and that’s it.” DeCecco was a major asset to the team during the 2001 season as the ladies ended the regular season 8-7-2 and completed in the New York State Tournament, losing to the top seeded team in the last 10 minutes of the game. “Cat was outstanding last year,” said Coach Jill McCabe. “When you don’t have a strong goalkeeper, you can get into trouble. Every shot could be a possible goal. Cat was really solid back there.” In addition to putting her body on the line to stop shots, DeCecco was a very vocal player whose presence could be felt well across midfield. “Cat was really communicative. She talks, she organizes our defense and gets us into our offense pretty quickly. She has a strong, solid punt which gets us right into our offensive attack,” said McCabe. McCabe, just like the trainers and chiropractors, is unaware of how long the team will be without DeCecco. “Unfortunately, backs are the mystery injury,” said McCabe, “unlike a sprained ankle where you can be back within a few weeks, get taped up and be ready to go. The hard thing is that she could practice one day and be ready to go and the next day be
back to ground zero in terms of pain. The goal in not a kind position to the back either.” The Cardinals now look to sophomore Erin Pidgeon, back up goalkeeper, and freshman Melissa Harrison, converted midfielder to goalie, to step in and fill the shoes of DeCecco. “Melissa played some backup keeper in high school. She’s an excellent field player who also has a strong punt to get us into the offensive attack. So, we’re mixing things up and hopefully goal tender coach Jill Patterson can get one of those guys working for us,” said McCabe. The team now looks to DeCecco as a leader on the sidelines. DeCecco’s experience and knowledge of the game is essential to pass onto Harrison and Pidgeon. “Her being a senior and one of the captains, we’re still looking for her to step up and be vocal and charismatic on the sidelines,” said McCabe. “Just giving [Harrison and Pidgeon] words of encouragement is very important.” Due to the fact that DeCecco’s injury occurred before she played in any games this season, she will still have another year of eligibility left if she does not play this year. This means that if she does not graduate this spring, she would be able to come back and play for the 2003 season. “I would be totally excited to come back and play this year knowing that it is my last year,” said DeCecco. “I just don’t want to graduate this year just because I’d like to do other things first and then hopefully graduate next year. But I don’t think I’d come back [to the team] just because the team dynamics have changed and I wouldn’t be playing with the people that I’ve played with my whole life.” email address: jaa3715@sjfc.edu
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SPORTS
Cardinal Courier
Fast start ignites optimism S TA F F W R I T E R
JOSHUA TOMASZEWSKI
There’s an air of excitement that can be felt throughout the St. John Fisher football locker room. Talk to any one of the players or coaches, and they will all tell you the same thing: something special is going on this season. Following Saturday’s 38-20 victory over the University of Rochester, the Cardinals are 2-0 for the first time since 1995. Although 2001 was a season marred with uncertainty and a 3-7 record, as head coach Paul Vosburgh likes to point out, they won three out of the last five games to end the season on a fairly high note. “We have really high expectations for ourselves,” said Vosburgh, who is going into his 12th year as head coach. “I think the kids felt that they finished the season very positively, so their expectations on themselves are higher because we’re a seasoned team now.” Vosburgh has seen his goals for the program develop over the last several years, with an improved workout facility and the hiring of new full time coaches. “Our facilities over the last couple years have really helped us,” Vosburgh said. “Up until the last few years, our facilities didn’t rank with anybody’s: dead last. The changes the administration has made for us facilities wise, budget wise and the emphasis on ‘okay, let’s help football’.” Another reason for the renewed excitement and confidence may be rooted in the acquisition of three new offensive coaches whom together account for more than fifty years of football experience. Dave Lanning, wide receivers coach; Rocky Delphino, running back; and Mike Foster, offensive coordinator, are all former coaches and players who’ve joined the team to help improve an offense that had the tendency to be somewhat inconsistent over the last few years. “You’re talking about seasoned
Sports Brief Roundup St. John Fisher 1, Hobart 1(OT): The men’s soccer team scored a late goal to tie Hobart College 1-1 in double overtime last Saturday. Junior Mike Dugbartey scored the Cardinals’ lone goal in the 75th minute of regulation on a breakaway, with an assist from former high school teammate Justin Dell. Senior goalkeeper J.R. Brau finished the game with nine saves.
St. John Fisher 1, Brockport, 0: The men’s soccer team defeated SUNY Brockport 1-0 last Wednesday with Junior Mitch Losey scoring the lone goal in the 43rd minute off an assist from junior Mike Dugbarty. Senior goalkeeper J.R. Brau finished the game with nine saves and earned his first shutout of the season.
coaches,” Vosburgh said. “Anytime you can add that to your staff, it just gives you more experience helping the whole football team.” Mike Foster has the opportunity to make the biggest impact as he settles in as the head of the Cardinals’ offense. Having coached football for over 23 years as well as having been named AllGreater Rochester Coach of the Year twice, he’s seen the best and the worst in football teams. So it was no surprise that Vosburgh showed interest. “Coach Vosburgh recruited our school,” said Foster. “A couple of years ago he said ‘if you ever step down, I’d like to talk to you’ and then last year I retired. Maybe a week later, he showed up at my door and started talking about a role and then offered the offensive coordinator’s job.” Although retired from head coaching, Foster still felt he had something to contribute to the game of football. “I’m a student of the game and I love the game and I love the relationship I have with the guys that are in the game-so it was perfect for me to accept the position.” VanAlst Scott Kicker already has seen an improveAlexis Speck ment since Coach Foster Fisher defeated the University of Rochester during Saturday’s home game earning them a 2-0 record for the first accepted the position. time since 1995. They travel to Vermont this weekend to face the 0-2 Cadettes from Norwich University. “I think it’s a little more organized,” said VanAlst. “Coach Foster has brought in an be working, as illustrated by the underdeveloped,” Moyer said. “We flags and getting at the playbook offense that he knows and runs combined 72 points his offense came into games not knowing and knowing your plays,” said and it’s definitely a better offense posted in wins over Alfred and what we were doing half the time, Moyer. “They’re definitely stricter than we had last year.” Rochester. In these high scoring not everyone was on the same on the little things. We didn’t have Foster’s offense will feature games the Cardinals used every page. You’d have one guy doing one one sack offensively, one off sides dichotomy and symmetry in play weapon in their offensive arsenal thing and ten guys doing anoth- or penalty against Alfred; we were including the likes of running back er—now it’s all eleven guys doing all together as one cohesive unit.” selections. Yet, only two weeks into the sea“In order to run an effective Jason Meyers, who has ran for 290 the same thing at the same time offense you need to have balance, yards through two games and and everything is kind of molded son, Vosburgh still doesn’t want to take anything for granted. you have to be unpredictable, you wideout Dave Moyer who had an together.” Moyer also sees the new coaches “I think we can be a very good have to pass on predominantly run exhilarating 26 yard scramble for a as bringing a tighter focus on mis- football team,” said Vosburgh. downs and run on what would be touchdown in week one. Moyer contributes the Cardinals take-free football through tough- “Like I was telling the kids the considered pass downs. The idea is other day; we’re still climbing that to keep the defense thinking and recent success to the new coaches ness and attention to detail. “The new offensive coaches, Lan- mountain.” unable to predict what you’re and sees a team that is more ning and Foster are bringing more together than the year before. doing.” Email address: towards…penalties, “Last year we were a little strictness So far, Foster’s schemes seem to jjt4201@sjfc.edu
New coach brings fresh energy CONTRIBUTING WRITER
JASON COTUGNO
Intensity and fun are perfect words to describe this year’s girls volleyball team at Fisher. With a new coach and a positive outlook, the team hopes it’s on the way to a very prosperous season. Fisher volleyball has historically been associated with success. The team has been a perennial power since the early 1970’s, making two trips to the NCAA Division III Championship within the last five years. However, last year the team was not as successful. So, there is pressure to prove that the team has not suffered. This year the squad has a brand new coach, Jim Chan. “He has gotten a lot of positive feedback from faculty and team members alike,” athletic director Bob Ward said. “He is an excellent teacher and has great energy for the game of volleyball.” Chan has coached high school girls in the Primo Volleyball Club for eight years. Entering Fisher, Chan’s goal for this year is to change the philosophy of his team.
He also admitted that there is some pressure to bring back the tradition of an extremely successful team. Chan says his team’s strengths include a group of very dedicated individuals who are strong both defensively and vocally. Yet he is somewhat concerned with the team’s lack of height. members Maureen Team MacIsaac and Chrissy Wren are optimistic about the upcoming year. “With a new incoming coach, we’re working hard together towards a common goal of becoming a stronger well respected team,” MacIsaac said. Captain Angela Blauvelt said, “He is very knowledgable, knows the game, and makes the entire experience fun.” Wren, a captain, adds, “I was looking forward to returning for many reasons. Not only am I friends with the girls, but I respect them as players also. The outcome of the season is looking positive.” The team finished 2-2 at the Brockport Invitational last weekend, defeating host Brockport and Alfred College, while losing to Nazareth and Ithaca.
Joshua Tomaszewski
New coach Jimmy Chan talks to his team during a time-out at the Captain Erin Pellegrin led the team with 116 assists and four aces, while earning All-Tournament Team honors. Senior Katie Cullen recorded 19 kills and a team-high .357 hitting percentage.
Youth also served the Cardinals well, as freshman Emily Engle tallied 14 kills, and sophomore Caroline Randall added 26. E-mail address: jcc2351@sjfc.edu