The Daily Campus: Graduation 2012 edition

Volume CXVIII No. 138

Saturday, May 5, 2012

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GRADUATION ISSUE

NEWS: UConn students enter the workforce.......2 COMMENTARY: An open letter to the graduates.............4 FOCUS: Remember UConn’s culture...........................6 COMICS: Sudokus and more ............... 10-13 SPORTS: End of the road for Lapham ......... 16 Ed.D. - Instructional Leadership / Ed.D. - Nursing Education / M.A. - Earth & Planetary Sciences / M.A. - English / M.A. - History / M.A. - Mathematics / M.B.A. - Master of Business Administration / M.F.A. - Painting & Illustration / M.F.A. - Creative & Professional Writing M.H.A. - Health Administration / M.S. - Justice Administration / M.S. - Education / M.S. - Music Education / M.S. - Counselor Education / M.S. - Nursing / M.A.T. - Biology / M.A.T. - Mathematics / M.A.T. - Spanish / Applied Behavior Analysis Certificate

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Congratulations, Graduates!

With summer break, graduation come big plans for students Career Sevices: jobs vs. further education

By Jimmy Onofrio Senior Staff Writer

For some, graduation means the culmination of the best four years of their lives. For others, it is finally time to escape from rural Storrs. For everyone, however, completion of a degree means one thing: time to face the real world.

Facing the job market can be scary and even overwhelming, especially in times of economic downturn. Finding a job for the summer to have a little spending money can be hard enough, but six months after graduation, loan payments are due and everyday expenses start to accumulate. However, students are not alone. In addition to advice from family members and past employers, the Career Services office at UConn can provide valuable help in deciding where to go next. I talked with Michael Petro, a Career Services counselor about how the office works with students.

When the job market is particularly challenging, as it has been for the past few years, there is usually a rise in students opting to continue their education rather than begin the difficult job search. Grad school means another degree and additional marketable skills, but it also means more loans. While the national trend has shown more students going on to grad school, Petro said the percentage at UConn has remained steady at around one-third of graduates continuing in school.

Some professions require graduate degrees, but for other students, the decision is situational. A passionate interest in a certain field or the desire for career advancement is often a compelling reason for students to go to grad school. Career Services’ website, however, cau-

Students told staff at The Daily Campus what they would be up to this summer in the job world.

Lindsay Kovacic: Intern at Alice + Olivia

tions against grad school if “you want to avoid the job search and world of work.” Grad school is expensive and does not have the range of federal and private aid often available to undergraduates (although there is certainly aid available).

Career Services offer a lot of help for students looking at entering the job world or going to grad school, as many students are trying to decide between the two. In addition to résumé critiques and help with locating internships, the office provides practice interviews, job search advice and help with aspects of professional work like salary negotiation. For those thinking about grad school, the office provides help with the search and application process as well as mock interviews and personal statement critiques, Petro said.

Petro said the best thing anyone with questions can do is visit the office in person. “We all understand how scary uncertainty about the next step can be.

Our professional staff will offer individualized guidance and can help anyone navigate the next steps as well as offer plans of action to help achieve your end goals,” he said.

The Career Services office is located on the second floor of the Center for Undergraduate Education. The office is a vital resource for seniors of every major and career interest.

“Career Services is a full-service office that can assist students and alumni in whatever career related needs they might have.

Whether you are interested in the job market, graduate school, or building your professional skills, this office can offer a personal and focused approach,” Petro said.

James.Onofrio@UConn.edu

“I absolutely love New York and fashion so I am very excited to be working there this summer. I think it is going to be a great experience and I am hoping to learn a lot. I’m also excited to have the opportunity to explore the city.”

Lindsay Kovacic 6th-semester marketing major

Kovacic will be interning at Alice + Olivia, a women’s clothing company in New York City where she will be working with their international sales team.

Justin Tito: Weekend Coordinator at The Mark Twain House and Museum

Tito gives tours through Mark Twain’s historic 19th century home in Hartford, teaching Twain’s life, family and literary history. Tito had an internship at the house last summer and decided to return as an employee.

“Sharing the life of ... one of the world’s greatest 19th century writers with visitors ranging from local school groups to travelers from all corners of the globe is an amazing experience.”

Justin Tito 8th-semester anthropology and classics and ancient Mediterranean studies double major

Amy Schellenbaum: Intern at The New York Times “I’m beyond thrilled to be at the Times.

I jumped up and down and ran around like a crazy person when I found out.

A lot of people don’t believe me when I say I like copy editing. But for me, this internship is perfect. I could not be more excited.”

Amy Schellenbaum 6th-semester anthropology and journalism double major

Schellenbaum will be copyediting at The New York Times in New York City this summer.

She was chosen by The Dow Jones News Fund based on results of a copy editing test, as well as news experience, relevant coursework and grades.

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Congratulations, Graduates!

Engineers display creative Students ‘Paws to senior design projects Relax’ at the library

By Jackie Wattles Campus Correspondent Innovative senior design projects were displayed in Gampel on Friday, marking the conclusion of a yearlong journey for graduating UConn engineering majors.

The senior project is a grauduation requirement for all engineering majors. It begins with a small group of students paired with a department mentor to solve an industrial problem or design challenge.

Many groups work with corporate sponsors that provide students with the cost of materials needed to complete the project. At the demonstration, a pool of judges from the industry ranked the projects and some departments awarded cash prizes to winners.

Chad Chmura, Callan Gruber, and Waleed Zawawi scored the top $1000 prize for mechanical engineering projects for their wheel optimization for sliding doors project. The team developed a way to test various types of load wheels — the mechanism that supports the sliding motion of the

door — for Stanley Access Technologies.

Biomedical engineering majors Brahmatej Meka, Raymond Songer and Jeff Marcelus have spent the past two semesters creating a go-kart that 20-yearold Shane Davis, who has lost the ability to drive a conventional go-kart due to his cerebral palsy, is able to drive using only his left hand. The students remodeled the interior to match Davis’ wheelchair and added safety features, an alarm system and a remote starter.

“We’re making his dreams come true,” Marcelus said. “This project was a top choice for us.”

Seniors Timothy Dyer, Matthew Connor, and Justin Phillips took home a $250 prize for their third place tie among mechanical engineering projects.

The group constructed a machine that tests dental implants for Windham Dental in Willimantic.

“We know everything will eventually break down; this machine lets us know when,” Dyer said as the group’s 3-foot-long machine wielded a rotating arm behind him, prepared to strike dental implants with predetermined forces in order to test their durability.

Jaqueline.Wattles@UConn.edu

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By Stephen Underwood Campus Correspondent

As students embarked on final exam week, stress levels were on the rise. However, one program at UConn helped to alleviate the stress by providing students with dogs to pet.

The UConn Paws to Relax program allowed students to interact with therapy dogs brought to campus in an effort to curb stress levels. The program, in its third year, brought dogs that are trained and certified from animal therapy organizations such as Tails of Joy, Allan’s Angels and Cold Noses Warm Hearts. The dogs were brought to the first floor of the Homer D. Babbidge Library throughout finals week.

“The program brings certified therapy dogs to campus

that are trained in therapy situations at hospitals and nursing homes, to help students going through a stressful finals week,” said Jow Ann Reynolds, head of UConn Paws to Relax. “We started the program because we realized that students miss home and miss their pets and this gives them a chance to interact and bring stress levels down.”

During its first year, the program saw between ten to fifteen dogs on campus. Since then, the number has been steadily increasing. This year, around thirty-six dogs were brought to campus throughout the week. The dogs allowed students to decrease their stress levels and also provide other benefits.

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Campus Construction update: new Fall 2012 buildings

By Katherine Tibedo Staff Writer In addition to the opening of Oak Hall this coming fall semester, six buildings will have finished renovations, according to Brian Gore, UConn Director of Project and Program Management.

The finished renovations include Floriculture, Beach Hall, Koons Hall, McMahon Dining Hall and Biobehavioral IV. According to UConn Today, the new wing of Storrs Hall, which houses the School of Nursing, will add 15,800 square feet to the building and include new simulation and practice rooms and a large classroom with up to 75 seats.

The McMahon renovation will add an additional 200 seats to the dining hall, according to the Dining Services website. The renovation will create an open kitchen concept and a market place design that “de-emphasizes the use of an institutional kitchen” and enhance food per-

ception, also according to the Dining Services website. The dining hall will also be internationally themed.

New classroom building Oak Hall will feature high-tech classrooms and become home to the economics, modern and classical languages, linguistics, journalism and political science departments, most of which are currently housed in Arjona and Montieth.

Thus far, no future construction plans have been determined for Arjona and Montieth, said Gore in an email.

According to Gore, there will be a significant number of construction projects starting in the near future. The major new projects include an addition to the Bousfield Psychology Building, renovations to the Young Building, additions and renovations to the Avery Point Student Center, the demolition of Memorial Stadium and the construction of the new basketball development facility.

Katherine.Tibedo@UConn.edu

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The Daily Campus Editorial Board

Elizabeth Crowley, Editor in Chief Tyler McCarthy, Commentary Editor Jesse Rifkin, Associate Commentary Editor

A letter to the graduates, from Tyler and Jesse

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s the graduating class of 2012 prepares for life beyond UConn, many have taken this opportunity to look back and lament on all that they are leaving behind. Many at the Daily Campus spent the last week writing farewell columns to their loyal readers that reflected on what a phenomenal time they had as students and how upset they are that it is all coming to an end. When we began to write this farewell editorial, we tried to think of something poignant and inspiring to say as we shepherd the newest flock of tomorrow’s great minds into the professional world. However, it’s impossible to say anything to graduating seniors that hasn’t already been said a thousand different times by a thousand different people. So, we decided to level with you and simply say, “you’ll be fine.”

There is nothing scarier than having to leave the safety blanket that is academia and venture into the real world to begin a life for yourself. Ever since you solved your first math equation or conjugated your first verb, you’ve been training for the day when you take a step out into the world and are completely on your own. However, you’re not alone, you’re armed with the amalgam of lessons that you’ve learned over the course of your academic career, both educational and personal. When we say that you’ll be fine, we’re not trying to be a soothing parent who wants to keep you from crying, we’re speaking to you as your colleagues and, in some cases, your friends. We have had the pleasure of working along side you for your academic career and have continued to be impressed with your work ethic and indomitable spirit for success. As you take the next step forward and leave us behind, it is us who should be worried as you’re leaving us with enormous shoes to fill. Our only hope is that we can find the strength within ourselves, as we’ve seen you do dozens of times, and work to make you proud.

So, while the phrase may not be profound or inherently meaningful, we hope that it is at least comforting. As we look ahead to our next year at UConn, we do so with confidence in that the footsteps we’re filling and following have been trekked along the road to success. We aren’t saying it will be easy, we’re simply saying that we’re confident, beyond any shadow of a doubt, that you’ll be fine.

Of course McMahon would wait until I graduate to become the good dining hall on campus.

Cheers to my last time getting into the InstantDaily.

So the world is kind of big and scary, huh?

I find it reassuring that the InstantDaily will be online next year, even if I won’t still be at UConn.

Why are the dining halls closed? I’m brimming with anger right about now.

Wait, you’re still online? Were you hacked? This must be an accident, and I find it so juicy.

My classmates invited me to a study session. I spent the whole time studying my partner’s rack. (Old) UConn 2: Electric Boogaloo.

So is this life in color?

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Congratulations, Graduates!

Here’s to the little things

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raduation is supposed to be the culmination of four or more years of challenging classes, difficult exams, lengthy papers and the sleepless nights. It’s supposed to be the proudest moment, the big finale.

But 10 years from now, when I think back to this day, I doubt I’ll remember a thing that the speaker

By Melanie Deziel s a i d , Outgoing Editor-in-Chief no matter how moving the words. I’m not even sure I’ll recall the date.

When I think of my graduation, it will be the little things that I remember.

I’ll remember making fun of my soon-to-be-degree-holding friends for being unable to get their mortarboards to stay on. I’ll remember trying desperately not to laugh audibly when those same friends made snarky comments during the quiet parts of the ceremony.

I’ll remember fighting back that strange feeling, somewhere between crying and laughing, every time someone asked for one last photo together.

I know that when I look back on the four years I spent at UConn, it’s going to be the little things that I remember.

I’ll remember how free and rebellious I felt the first time I skipped a class, and being

completely deflated when I learned that it had been cancelled anyway. I’ll remember my first failing grade, my first extension and admitting defeat before withdrawing from my first class. I’ll remember calling my mom and taking solace in the fact that she said it wasn’t the end of the world.

“Here’s to the memories that defined the last four years and the friends that filled them.”

I’ll remember leaving my first advising session in tears after being told that I was wasting my time if I didn’t already know what I wanted to do with my life. I’ll remember that I was in “Press in America” with Professor Tim Kenny when I realized that journalism, and not English, was what I wanted to be doing.

Looking back, I’ll remember that class as having changed the course of my college career and, consequently, my life.

I’ll remember the first piece I had published in The Daily Campus. I’ll remember the first and only time I wore leggings to work and a coworker teased me about “not wearing

pants” until I went home and changed. I’ll remember the night when I realized that a night off didn’t mean much when all your best friends were still in the office. I’ll remember editors meetings, trips to Store 24, and Bros Night. The DC has been my home, and the people inside it were my family.

I’ll remember the surprise 21st birthday party my friends threw when I insisted I was too busy to celebrate and I’ll remember that it was inexplicably Transformers themed.

I’ll remember making my first alcoholic purchase, a six-pack of Sam Adams, from Husky Spirits. I’ll remember attending “Wine At Nine” every Tuesday with a group of close friends, savoring our last semester together and I’ll remember toasting with my fellow outgoing editors to an incredible year.

So let’s have a toast, Huskies, as the class of 2012.

Here’s to the memories that defined the last four years and the friends that filled them.

Here’s to graduation caps, and mid-ceremony jokes, and final photos together. Here’s to the last four years, Huskies.

Here’s to the little things.

Outgoing Editor-in-Chief Melanie Deziel is a graduating journalism major. She will be attending graduate school in Syracuse, N.Y. in the fall. She can be reached at Melanie.Deziel@UConn.edu

UConn must not be taken for granted

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ecently, as I laid in bed waiting for the alarm to go off, I began to ponder a thought that I had. It all began with reminding myself that I would exercise in the morning.

This was quickly followed by the realization that I didin’t go to a single basketBy Fariya Naz ball game Staff Columnist this year.

I then wondered, “What did I actually do this year?”

UConn is strung together in my mind like pages in a thick book. If I opened this book, I could see memories from specific events, but as this book lays shut, my days at UConn feel like something that I just skimmed through without actually reading word for word.

Initially, it was. UConn felt like a large campus with too many people and buildings, but, eventually I learned my way around and the size became manageable. I got the hang of going to class, and was still maneuvering the social side of things by the time my first semester ended. When my second semester rolled around, I felt more prepared.

I took each day for what it

was—either a day of class or a Saturday/Sunday.

Last week as I was leaving South Grab-n-Go, I smelled real flowers growing on a tree.

On an ever-improving campus, where new buildings were constructed before my very eyes, this tree seemed to be the only thing that was unchanging. Like me, this tree was a constant. Since I saw it everyday, its surroundings would be different, but the tree itself looked the same. However, this tree was growing just as quickly as I was.

“Now that this year has drawn to a close, I hope to come back next year and treat each day like it is meant to be treated – as something to savor.”

The tree changed with the seasons experiencing a fiery autumn, a brief winter and now, it was in full bloom. The tree showed its flowers as a sign of growth that took place inside of it. All I could show was a haircut, and not a drastically different one at that.

This was followed by a morning that began without

breakfast at MSB. I went around the building and stumbled upon the Up and Atom Café. I had heard the name, but never went inside. There, I discovered a pleasant place to get hot chocolate on rainy days and just read the newspaper. It made me recognize that I still have a lot to see on campus. I had begun to feel like I knew UConn was out of surprises, but I was wrong.

There are some flowers that I have yet to smell, some classes that I did not even know I had to take and some cafés on campus that I had yet to step foot in.

Now that this year has drawn to a close, I hope to come back next year and treat each day like it is meant to be treated – as something to savor. I hope to see our campus look better than I had left it, enjoy the food at Whitney more and enjoy my classes. If I can achieve all of this in the next three years then I will call my trial run as a freshman a good lesson and consider my tree full blown with the flowers that smell amazingly sweet.

Staff Columnst Fariya Naz is a 2nd-semester psychology major. She can be reached at Fariya.Naz@UConn.edu

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Congratulations, Graduates!

Congratulations to the graduating seniors who helped make The Daily Campus possible these past four years!

Brendan Albetski, Jim Anderson, Michelle Anjirbag, Rochelle BaRoss, Darryl Blain, Tim Brogan, Lauren Cardarelli, Mac Cerullo, Carmine Colangelo, Demitri Demopoulos, Melanie Deziel, Alisen Downey, Danielle Ennis, Ryan Gilbert, Jenny Hurwitz, Ryan Kennedy, Joseph Kopfman-Fried, John Lawson, John Levasseur, Dana Lovallo, Sam Marshall, Colin McDonough, Matt McDonough, Quenton Narcisse, Devin O’Hara, Willy Penfield, Arragon Perrone, Alessandra Petrino, Ashley Pospisil, Carin Powell, Becky Radolf, Steph Ratty, Nick Rondinone, Ed Ryan, Purbita Saha, Amy Schellenbaum, Kristina Simmons, Lauren Szalkiewicz, Ryan Tepperman and John Tyczkowski!

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Remember UConn’s culture

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The Top 5 Unfortunate Realities of Graduation

By Stiller Frashmon Campus Correspondent

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Gabriel Iglesias, pictured here at his comedy show at Jorgensen on Jan. 21, 2011, and Billy Joel, pictured here from his concert/lecture held at Jorgensen on Nov. 29, 2011, were just two of the dozens of artists that have come to UConn since August 2008. Even if they didn’t go to these performances, hopefully seniors will leave UConn with countless unforgettable memories.

By Joe O’Leary Senior Staff Writer

It’s been a long time since you first stepped foot on UConn soil as a student in August of 2008.

Four years, in fact. And a lot has changed here at UConn as you’ve earned your degree.

So much, in fact, that you might not remember every little thing from your college experience. And, honestly, if you did college right, you’ve had so many great memories over your 112 weeks here that there’s no reason for you to remember all of them. If you’d like your memory jogged, though, remember…

The concerts. Whether you’re a rocker or a rap fan, SUBOG has brought a wide array of great artists for you to enjoy here, not to mention the eclectic selections that Jorgensen has brought to Storrs. Lupe Fiasco, Ben Folds and 50 Cent were here in your freshman year, Third Eye Blind, Girl Talk and Kid Cudi in 09-10, Ludacris,

O.A.R and B.o.B. last year and Billy Joel and Wiz Khalifa this year? That’s a lineup to remember. And Jorgensen was just as impressive, bringing in Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, Pink Martini, the Boston Pops and Rufus Wainright, just to name a few. Whether you hit up one show or all of them, they’re stories you’ll tell your kids some day. Actually, according to the Vivian Girls’ Twitter account, at the WHUS Halloween concert of 2009 featuring themselves and Real Estate, one newborn Husky may have actually been MADE there.

The comedy. Daniel Tosh was here before he rose to fame with “Tosh.0.” Stephen Wright sang of Helen Keller and the “big fat friend.” John Oliver took a break from the Daily Show to give us a visit. Michael Ian Black gave great tips on annoying everyone you’ve ever met. Gabriel Iglesias and Bo Burnham brought down the house in Jorgensen completely different, hilarious ways.

And that’s not even counting the wide array of lesser-known, but no less funny, comics brought into the Student Union Theater bi-weekly. You may not remember them all, perhaps on purpose in some cases, but there was no shortage of laughs here in Storrs.

The lectures. Tedy Bruschi, the three-time Super Bowl champion former Patriots linebacker, told of his experiences overcoming a stroke in 2005.

Ray Allen gave stories of his time in Storrs in the 90s before he reached basketball superstardom. Sue Johanson of “Sex Talk” presented two hours of informative, hilarious sexual advice. Maya Angelou told us why the caged bird sings. The Female Orgasm has given us important sexual advice yearly since 2009. Dozens, if not hundreds, of other lectures educated students in nearly every conceivable topic over these four years.

If nothing else, UConn really did foster an atmosphere of learning.

The changes. Store 24 became

Tedeschi, and it’s now going out of business. Storrs Center went from a laughable pipe dream to a concrete (literally and metaphorically) reality. We lost the beautiful, expansive quad behind the Union, only to gain the majestic new Classroom Building. Spring Weekend was transformed into a Spring Lockdown. UConn itself made leaps and bounds in the past four years, going through two Presidents (three if we’re counting interim president Austin) and rising to become a top-20 national public university. Students grew up from wideeyed, impressionable freshmen to learned, experienced seniors, about to get the caps and gowns they only dreamed of four years ago. Finals period went from an overwhelming, stressful week to… an overwhelming, stressful week. Okay, so not everything changed, but UConn will never be the same, partly because of its wonderful seniors about to enter the world.

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Special songs to play you out of Storrs

By Trevor Begnal Campus Correspondent As finals week come to a close, and you are making plans with your family for this weekend’s commencement, it’s almost certain you are looking back at your years here at UConn.

Your first time heading to a party at Carriage, or the first time your friend suggested you guys try Wings over Storrs, maybe even your first all-nighter, which probably consisted of Facebook creeping and Stumble-Upon. I know there’s much more I would bring up, but that’s not what the article is about. This week, we’re changing up our playlist just for the graduates of 2012. Below are a list of songs that will not only take you back to the four greatest years of your life, but they may even make you order a pound of honey BBQ wings from Wings over Storrs. First are the songs that should be included on every Graduation playlist.

Graduation (Friends Forever)- Vitamin C Sorry. I just had to add this song. You don’t think about graduation and not think

about this song. No matter how obnoxious and corny this song may be. It does have a point. We underestimate how quickly time does go back and just remember to constantly surround yourself with your friends because before you know it, the four years are over.

Time of Your Life – Green Day This is my 8th grade graduation song, not that it’s relevant to any 13 year old but now I look back on it and I find it to be a fitting song for experiences here at college. Though you are told these are the four greatest years of your life, it can also be the hardest. You are at a crossroad of your final teenage years and adulthood so it’s obvious you are going to make some stupid mistakes but such mistakes help mold us into who we ultimately become.

Forever Young – Youth Group Though being 21 or 22 may be considered old at college just because you don’t have to worry about getting into the bars on the weekends, you are considered still young in the real world. So when you look back don’t freak out and think that you are so old because no matter where you go, whether it’s

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The cover of Vitamin C’s ‘Vitamin C,’ which holds the famous song ‘Graduation (Friends Forever).’

grad school, or the workplace you are about to be the new kid again. And hey at least you aren’t 25 yet.

Pomp and Circumstance - Sir Edward Elgar No need to explain this one.

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Though there’s a lot of joy in graduation, some lesser-prepared Huskies may find themselves in some of these painful scenarios soon enough...

Moving Back in With Parents It’s the moment parents the world over are waiting for.

After four long years of study and tens of thousands of dollars spent toward college tuition, your kid has all of their bags all packed, ready to move back home with a shiny new degree in liberal arts. Yay! (Note to all of the haters, the author of this article is himself a liberal arts major, so shove it.)

Saying Goodbye to Jack Daniels Remember all those nights back in college where you could enjoy the “comforts” of consuming unethical amounts of hard liquor at some party, only to wake up the next morning blissfully unaware of the previous night’s embarrassment and repeat the process again that evening? In the real word, this is referred to as “alcoholism.” Best be kicking the habit sooner rather than later.

Skipping Class Does Not Equal Skipping Work You’ve all been there, don’t deny it. For whatever reason, video games, parties, etc., you decided to stay up quite late. Rather than deny yourself precious sleep, you decide to skip your morning classes. No biggie, right?

Try that at work and you’ll be given a nice piece of pink paper to put on your parents’ refrigerator after you move back in.

Community College Return to college? Why? Apparently, the degree you spent thousands on isn’t exactly what you were looking for. Rather than re-enroll, you’ve wisely (better late than never right?) decided to take classes at the local community college. Hey, college is college right? Sure, bro, keep telling yourself that.

Gimme a D-E-B-T! Remember how you only lived 30 min. away from campus but decided that it was still worth the extra ten grand to live there anyway?

Or what about those friendly credit card people who you signed with? They gave you a free t-shirt! Well, you college-educated “smart people,” now you get to enjoy the fun of spending the next few decades of your life in debt. Hope it was worth it!

Focus@DailyCampus.com

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Congratulations, Graduates!

Avoiding the post-graduation misery

By Tom Teixeira Staff Writer After you walk off stage at graduation, you might find you’ve reached a fork in the road. The first step to becoming miserable after graduation requires that you choose one of the two paths with which you’re faced. You can be rebellious and forget about everything everyone told you about the “real world,” or you can sell out and live by the book. But if Shakespeare and Milton taught you anything, it’s that life is too ambiguous for structurally rigid philosophical dichotomies, right?

It’s cliché, but ignore the fork and blaze your own path. Based on the quad between Homer and the business school, as UConn grads, I’m sure you’ve got ample experience in the “screw the paved path, that patch of grass is good as gone” department.

Don’t do things because you “have to.” Obligation is a load

of crap and a poor justification for action. Seriously, “have to,” have you ever heard such a complete load of BS before?

They say you “have to” dump your college boyfriend or girlfriend because he or she is still in school and you’re suddenly in the real world. But then again, maybe it’s meant to be and if you hold on, you’ll be happy for years. Dare to dream, right?

They say you “have to” get your own place right away, but you’re an English major. Get real; you’ll be living with Mom until you’re 28. And the weird part is you’ll probably like it.

And they’ll say you “have to” look for a nice guy/girl, get a steady job, shop at J.Crew, buy a brand new Honda, and move to the Connecticut suburbs. If you shop at Nike, drive a ’93 Saturn, want to move to Texas, like your relationships casual and your income sporadic, you’ll be miserable with that life. Trust me, the Accord

is a really nice car, but it’s not worth throwing your identity, the only thing you’ll really ever have, out the rear window.

At the same time, if you love J.Crew, Hondas, Connecticut, companionship, and money, don’t become somebody else just to fight the power and combat the cliché, you’ll find yourself just as miserable.

Instead, just be an honest you and strive to be who you honestly want to be. Here are a few reminders that will hopefully keep you on track-- both toward being you and subsequently, toward being happy.

Keep winging it. As college graduates, you’ve all winged it at one point or another. Whether it’s with big things like an undergraduate research presentation in a far off city, or little things like a last minute homework assignment, you’re experienced pros at this point and you might have realized that it’s sort of fun and kind of addicting. Don’t stop.

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Don’t slide into a routine.

Remember: TV sucks, popmusic is bland, and day after day of passionless sex on your non-lofted, non-twin sized bed reaches a point at which it isn’t sex at all, it’s just boring. We’re talking about sex, but it’s only an example. More broadly, keep the passion alive and keep re-inventing, re-imagining, and revising.

Misery only strives in stasis.

Be spontaneous. Make your dwelling partner (romantic, platonic, or parental) blueberry pancakes one Saturday just because you feel like it, take a snow day in July, or decide on a Thursday night that you are sick of Community and feel like road tripping and spending the weekend at your college roommate’s house. Keep it interesting and you’ll stay miles from misery.

Don’t be a jackass. Simple enough, right? Not really. The world is full of them and due to their sheer number, I’m starting to think it requires a decent amount of effort to prevent yourself from becoming one of them.

Don’t fall into cynicism: I’m not

saying it’s not justified, I’m just assuming that it can’t be much fun. Life’s too short to live like a jackass, blinded by cynicism and void of the ability to simply have a good time. Be the best you can be and the rest will fall into place.

Trust your own opinions. If ten years from now, you look toward the fridge and decide that your kid’s crayon picture is better than the Mona Lisa, go with it, because you’re probably right. Savor life’s unexpected little masterpieces.

Be creative. We live in a world where music is sampled, stories are borrowed, and movies are remade. We communicate in hash-tags of chewed-up and spit-out pop culture references. Break that trend. There has never or will never be another you again, so don’t worry about doing it like somebody else, don’t concern yourself with all that has come before and don’t get caught up in what is cliché. Be original, be creative, be uniquely and honestly you.

Thomas.Teixeira@UConn.edu

Graduates adjust to ‘the real world’

By Kim Halpin Staff Writer Now that finals are over, and the graduation ceremony is eminent, the three words you’ve been putting off are finally screaming in your face: the real world.

There’s no doubt that it’ll be an adjustment entering this “real world.” It’s a dangerous place where the buses won’t tell you when they’re turning, and you’ll be hard pressed to find a judgment-free ride home on Saturday night. But there’s hope, because the real world doesn’t demand you fit your life into what seems like a 10x10-foot jail cell. That means you can paint the walls, get rid of any previously used furniture or beds and finally drill holes in the walls.

Possibly the most daunting aspect of the real world for graduates is landing that dream job. If you don’t know where to start, look to others for ideas or examples. If you’re not sure that you’re ready to commit to a specific career yet, try an internship or a job that’s a little different than the one you’re uncertain about. You could end up loving the new direction or realizing that you were right the first time, but you’ll add a couple lines to the experience section of your resume either way.

The most popular way graduates acclimatize themselves to the real world is, not surprisingly, procrastination. Many graduates are moving back home, such as recent kinesiology graduate Katie Histen. Though she’ll be attending graduate school at UConn in the fall, she’s moving home “for the free food and free rent.”

Another student going to graduate school in the fall is John Tyczkowski, who stressed that while he’s “not hiding” from the job and housing markets, he’s glad to be avoiding them for the

time being.

“I would only hurt myself jumping into jobs and housing before I have the necessary degree to get enough money to sustain that lifestyle,” says Tyczkowski.

Finances are definitely an overwhelming burden that students associate with this major transitory period, and many feel that they do not have a strong enough foundation, whether in savings or in job status to embark on their own quite yet.

“Everyone keeps telling me that I have to start saving for retirement now. Plus having to buy a better car and moving out on my own?” says Ashley Dorman, a marketing graduate this year. “Seems like a lot to keep track of when all I had to worry about in college was my cell phone bill, gas, and car insurance.”

Regardless of whether you or your friends are living at home or striking out on your own, one thing is for certain. They probably won’t be down the hall or a two-minute walk to a different Hilltop Apartment.

“I’m going to miss having all my friends so close by,” expressed environmental science graduate Lisa Halpin. “It’s hard to get together when everyone’s so scattered.”

The real world can mean separation by towns or states from your regular friends, or even people your age as you enter the corporate world. Keeping the relationships you have made during your time here can mean important personal and professional connections in the years to come.

The best thing to keep in mind is that this is a transition. It’s not always going to go smoothly, and it’s a chance to experience new things. Embrace the change.

Kimberly.Halpin@UConn.edu

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Alternatives to NYC ture that surrounds the city, it’s hard to imagine what’s not appealing. Baltimore is the home of a beautiful harbor, which provides the city with bountiful delicious seafood. Downtown Baltimore is safe and clean and is home of many historical monuments and museums. Baltimore also hosts the world’s largest free art festival, ArtScape, and the world renowned Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.

ture scene with the Browns, Indians and Cavaliers. The city’s proximity to Lake Erie attracts sailors from around the country and amusement The classic Hollywood ending park Cedar Point brings adrenato a college graduation movie usuline junkies from all corners of the ally involves the graduate packworld. Although virtually ignored ing up his or her beat up Subaru on the metropolitan city scene, and moving to New York City.

Cleveland has something for everyWhile this fantasy is realistic and one as well as a growing economy achievable for many people, there and good quality of life. are many US cities that are more Another city that often gets overbudget friendly, boast a better quallooked by graduating seniors ity of life and offer just as in search of a place to live many opportunities. These is Portland, Oregon. Ranked cities are often overlooked as the United States’ cleanest because of the pomp and city, Portland is home of green circumstance surrounding lifestyles and organic living.

New York City, but it’s an The quality of air, water and expensive place to start for the surrounding land are the young graduates. These cithighest in the United States. ies have the same characterThe city has become famous istics, if not more, to offer. for its unique cultural scene According to Forbes’ and safe and friendly neighMove Livable American borhoods. Like Denver, Cities Index, Denver, Co. Portland is close to many ranks eleventh. With a places to hike and explore, population of about two but is also a city that is commillion people and a low Photo courtesy of planetgapyear.com pletely pedestrian oriented. cost of living, the city is beautiful skyline of Denver, Co. The city is a great place for Bikes are the most comideal for outdoor sports The grads with a small unemployment rate and great atmosphere. mon mode of transportation enthusiasts, as well as after the Toyota Prius, and music lovers and culture vultures. With a small unemploy- Like Denver, Baltimore has low the city is completely accessible ment rate, Denver is an attractive unemployment and is relatively by foot or by Portland’s efficient place for graduates to start a stable safe in the right neighborhoods. and acclaimed public transportaand exciting life. The city is home The downtown areas are gorgeous tion system. Portland also sits on to a lively theater district and is and have an enchanting Southern the shores of the Columbia River, a perfect river for boating and kayrenowned for its growing musi- charm.

Cleveland, Ohio is one of the aking. The local music scene is cal scene, not to mention a TexMex palate. For outdoor sports- top recommended cities for recent superb with many excellent bands men, Denver is only two hours college graduates due to the pleth- and performance venues, as well as away from Breckenridge and four ora of jobs in the growing health a myriad of careers in the industry, hours from Aspen. If skiing is not care, biotechnology and fuel cell and the restaurant sector is conwhat you’re looking for, Denver research economies. Home to the stantly on the rise. Unemployment is a two-hour drive from Rocky Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and in low in Portland and salaries are Mountain National Park. Denver is Playhouse Square Center, the sec- reasonable, as are rent rates. If a a clean, safe city for those with lots ond largest performing arts cen- healthy lifestyle and entertainment of options and/or an adventurous ter in America after the Lincoln are important to you, Portland is the Center, Cleveland is growing in its place to go. streak.

Baltimore, Md. gets the eighth culture offerings. Sporting events ranking and with the vibrant cul- also dominate the Cleveland cul- Kathleen.McWilliams@UConn.edu

By Katie McWilliams Campus Correspondent

Cherish your experiences as you leave UConn

» from REMEMBER, page 15

The experiences. I’m not saying these were key in every life on campus, but they’re things that should not be forgotten. Wings and karaoke at the Student Union as Lil’ Brit gave her famous rendition of Usher’s “Yeah.” Sledding down Horsebarn Hill during the five snow days of the spring 2011 semester. Meeting friends on the first night of freshman year who never left your side. Hurricane Irene, the October nor’easter, snow storms, wind storms and rain storms galore. Celebrations as UConn football made its first BCS bowl, as the women won 90 games in a row, as the men made it to Detroit in 2009 for the Final Four and then topped that in Houston in 2011 with a national title. Entering UConn as “Iron Man” was a surprise boxoffice hit and leaving as “The Avengers” hits screens. The U-C-O-N-N UCONN UCONN UCONN chant, everywhere and anywhere on campus. As you walk across the stage and get your diploma, remember one thing, and be proud: you’re a Husky for life.

Joseph.O’Leary@UConn.edu

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Perks of campus seniors will (and won’t) miss

By Loumarie Rodriguez Staff Writer As students at UConn, we have a lot of perks that sometimes can go by unnoticed. We have eight dining halls that offer a variety of food at odd hours of the day. We can’t forget the Union, which also offers some great eateries, especially late at night. There is the convenience of being able to walk to a friend’s dorm in 15 minutes or less, depending where they live on campus. College life may have its workload, but there are many perks that we as students have access to.

It can be hard for soon-to-be graduates to leave them behind, especially for those living on-campus.

“I’ll miss being in close proximity to my friends on a daily basis,” said Mike Tassavor, a molecular cell biology major. “I’ll also miss the feeling of having the future in front of me which made me feel anything is still possible. Also, the carefree lifestyle of Thursday through Saturday and I’ll really miss hanging out and eating wings.”

Carlton Peterson, an accounting major, said, “I like the fact that everything is walkable; there is really no car necessary. I’ll miss the diverse culture of people and even restaurants that this area offers.

Coming here was like being in a totally different area and you are in constant contact with people who are your own age and share the same interests. At home I really don’t have that too much.”

While some students are prepared to leave UConn, others are still worried to face the real world.

Having to cook your own meals, living on your own, or departing

from close friends is a part of the process as students graduate.

“I’m going to miss the dining hall and food being made for me all the time since I’m terrible at cooking,” said Lucia Cifuentes, a political science major. “And I’m going to miss having all my friends in one place - we’re all branching out and it’s scary!”

Besides some of the perks that UConn offers, there are some aspects students will not miss.

Whether it is the parking system or the constant construction, there are some elements of UConn that students are ready to leave behind.

“Parking! I won’t miss the parking here the parking stystem is horrendous,” said Mike Preato, a double major in political science and journalism. “However, I will miss the 12 hours-a-day dining halls, club activities and friends. I also enjoyed the peace and solitude of having a room to myself.”

Adrienne Swartwout-Morgan, a human development and family studies major, and Michelle Mattera, a marketing major, both shared what they won’t miss at UConn.

“The construction outside of McMahon I’ll just miss so much.

But seriously, I’ll miss people and seeing them every day. And of course I’ll miss the points,” Mattera said.

One aspect that many students commonly reflected on was missing friends they have made at UConn. According to multiple students the university does offer many perks, but the greatest perk is friends that students make through the years.

Loumarie.Rodriguez@UConn.edu

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Saturday, May 5, 2012

HOROSCOPES To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19) -- Today is an 8 -- Love could be an adventure today.

Don’t despair if things don’t go according to plan. You can always get back on the horse, if you fall. Improve your communications.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 7 -- Learn whatever you need to know.

You’ve got the words to get your message out. Travel, research and romance entice ... curiosity compels you to study, discover and explore.

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by Ryan Kennedy

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by Brendan Nicholas and Brendan Albetski

Gemini (May 21-June 21) -- Today is an 8 -- Stick to your budget. Just buy what you love. Hunker down and do a tough job. You’ll be thankful that you did. Call a relative, and you’ll have a good story to tell.

Cancer (June 22-July 22) -- Today is a 9 -- A wise use of resources leaves more money for fun. Study with an expert, and learn a new skill that increases your profitability. Expect some wheeling and dealing ahead.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Do without one thing to gain another.

Romantic persuasion works for you now.

Stick to the old rules. Good manners help you gain altitude. Extra work pays off, so send support to someone.

Nothing Extraordinary

by Thomas Feldtmose

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 7 -Wait until an accomplice makes up their mind. Consult a wise friend for advice from another perspective. Then prepare to jump when they say “go.” It’s getting romantic.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Using your sixth sense comes in handy, and so does discipline. Keep to your schedule and stay focused to free up time to play with friends later.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is a 9 -- A loved one offers you a great idea.

Take a small financial step that could become a breakthrough. Go ahead and ask for the money. Get a contract in writing.

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Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 9 -- You’re in action, and it’s rewarding. Consider starting (and completing) a writing project. Words come easy now.

Houseguests may be annoying. Put on headphones.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is a 6 -- Stream of consciousness writing helps to clarify your ideas; empty the mind of negative thoughts and create new opportunities. A partner and distant contact equals profit.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is a 7 -- You’re entering a pensive and inspirational phase. Romance could be challenging but also rewarding. Make the decision you can live with. Avoid conflict for now.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 7 -- You learn from experience, and your word grows more powerful. An investment in your home is okay. Promise loved ones your attention and deliver.

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HOROSCOPES Things are lining up for you this year.

Income could rise after June (and expenses, too, so budget for it). Recognition comes as well. But it’s the people who share your time and space that matter. A lifetime commitment could get made or strengthened. Cherish those. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19) -- Today is a 7 -- There’s lots more money coming in (and going out). Use your creativity to make it work to your benefit. Continue to build with what you’ve got. Good news comes from afar.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is an 8 -- It’s an excellent time for romance ... an afternoon rendezvous, perhaps? Find hidden treasures. Others believe you can succeed. You’re attracting the attention of an important person.

Gemini (May 21-June 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Choose your path. Your prospects are excellent. There are offers pouring in, as is romance. Stay alert, flexible and keep track. The more you finish, the better.

Cancer (June 22-July 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Abundance is yours. Synchronize schedules with your partner. Someone questions your judgment. That’s okay.

Heed financial advice from an authority figure.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 9 -There’s great news financially. You may be tempted to take a break, but now’s not the time to slow down. Reaffirm your partnerships, and run a question by a smart but distant friend.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Conflicting information could make it difficult to decide. Access your creative side by drawing, painting or doodling. A dream helps you figure it out.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 6 -- Offer your peacemaking skills. Dig and uncover a surprise. Work with the resources at hand to improve your abode and your neighborhood. Ask one with experience how. Scorpio (Oct. 23Nov. 21) -- Today is a 9 -- It’s not a good time to travel. Better stay at home with family or visit friends close by. Don’t be afraid to ask for what you want. A “no” is at least an answer. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 9 -- You may encounter unexpected expenses. No matter how unfair they may seem, try to minimize the damage and make the best of it. Look on the bright side.

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Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is a 9 -- Find inspiration in the most unusual places. Create something beautiful from the chaos. Worrying about the money doesn’t help. Just get into action.

SOLUTION TO MONDAY’S PUZZLE

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is a 6 -- If you lose your balance, get back on the horse and ride to your own personal victory. Curiosity may have killed the cat, but it made you a better person.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 7 -- You’re a master at handling chaos today, but it will require extra imagination and organization. Failure could lead to new opportunities for income.

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Saturday, May 5, 2012

HOROSCOPES To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19) -- Today is an 8 -- Expect a financially savvy phase for the next couple of weeks. You can manage more responsibilities now. Keep reaching for the perfect career. Practice makes perfect.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is an 8 -- You’re even smarter than normal with Mercury in your sign (starting today). Your intuition is right on target.

Listen to a friend.

One Thousand Demons

by Bill Elliott and Rachel Pelletti

Gemini (May 21-June 21) -- Today is an 8 -- With Mercury in Taurus for the next three weeks, begin a lucrative phase. Appreciate the finer things in life.

Let somebody else stir up the trouble.

Cancer (June 22-July 22) -- Today is a 9 -- You’ll work more effectively in groups for the forseeable future. Someone from far away (or even in a book?) inspires you to create.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 9 -It’s getting busy. Heed an older woman’s advice. Your word is extra powerful, so dive into passion projects. Love and money are available.

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Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Distant lands have a new appeal.

Inject glamour into your work with a fantasy theme. A coming change is for the better.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Stick to practicalities. Stop and smell the flowers, or better yet, give them tender love. Pay off bills for the month, and work continues to go well.

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Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is a 9 -- Listen to your mate’s advice throughout the rest of the month. As long as you’re willing to keep learning and challenging yourself, your endeavors will be extra fun.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 9 -- Home requires more attention now. And work demands more focus for the next two weeks. Don’t discuss personal matters. Silence is more powerful.

Handle it with love.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is a 9 -- Love is knocking on your door. You have more power than you know what to do with. Get help from a partner. Watch out for hidden surprises.

Take notes.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is a 7 -- Spend more time pondering while you have the time. Keep your promises.

Visualize what you want creatively.

Gambling is not a good idea.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is an 8 -- Your confidence is contagious. Surround yourself by those who care about you. You have a satisfying dream. Love comes easily these days.

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HOROSCOPES Venus, your ruling planet, begins a retrograde phase on your birthday.

Progress temporarily slows, a perfect time to review or craft your personal plan for the year ahead. Relationships come first with career second. Deepen the ties that bind. Expand toward your heart, and the money comes. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19) -- Today is a 6 -- Spending time in relaxation, or taking a midday nap, improves the outcome. Access your deeper optimism and let it shine. Ignore perceptions of romantic boredom. Keep it simple.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 7 -- Being interested keeps you interesting. A benefactor appears. Count an awkward moment as another learning experience. Share your love, and don’t take it personally if things slow down.

Gemini (May 21-June 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Get something practical for your home. The next two days are perfect for socializing, so invite everyone over to your place. It’s a great excuse to rearrange the furniture.

Cancer (June 22-July 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Romance gets challenging, and a compromise seems impossible for now. Immerse yourself in your career.

Allow a subconscious clue to emerge.

Don’t worry. Be happy.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Love may need special nurturing now. Take care of yourself, even if it means saying “no.” Complete the most important jobs first, and get to the rest as you do.

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Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Don’t let your ego get in the way, even if it really wants to take over. Romantic misunderstandings seem likely.

Keep communications open, and let pampering rule the day.

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Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Expand your efforts, and keep aiming for perfection. You may have to get dirty. Imagine the glass mostly full when it comes to romance. Fill it up with love as it evaporates.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is a 6 -- Balance love and work. With Venus retrograde (until June 27), affection could seem difficult to express with relationships lacking spark. No worries ... it’s only temporary.

SOLUTION TO SATURDAY’S PUZZLE

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 6 -- Homework interferes with socializing. Find a safe, familiar place and get grounded.

Catch up on philosophical or spiritual reading. Avoid major

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Home stretch still to come for baseball

By Matt Stypulkoski Staff Writer

ASHLEY POSPISIL/The Daily Campus

UConn senior infielder Ryan Fuller swings away at a pitch during a baseball game against Bryant on April 19 at J.O. Christian Fiield.

For the seniors on the UConn baseball team, the home stretch has arrived for their time in a Husky uniform.

The team has 11 regular season games remaining, in addition to the Big East Tournament in Clearwater, Fla. over the next four weeks. For seniors David Fischer, Ryan Fuller, Ted Hurvul, Tim Martin, Joe Pavone and John Sulzicki, those few weeks could be the last of their careers at Connecticut.

Among many accomplishments during its time at UConn, this group has been part of a Big East regular season championship team, and the first team in school history to make it to the NCAA Super Regionals.

For Ryan Fuller, one specific

moment of that historic journey in last year’s NCAA Tournament was his fondest as a Husky.

“At Clemson last year, the walk-off hit on their home field, to go to the [NCAA Regional Championship Game], everybody dog-piling on Clemson’s field, it was awesome,” Fuller said.

That moment occurred when the Huskies were on the brink of elimination in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, needing a win against Clemson to play the Tigers again the next day in the double-elimination format. With the game tied at six in the bottom of the ninth, Fuller delivered a single to score LJ Mazzilli from second base, keeping their season alive and allowing UConn to eventually advance.

If the Huskies hope to have a repeat of that NCAA Tournament

success this year, they will likely need to make a big late-season push over the coming weeks.

With a 12-6 record in the Big East, UConn sits tied for second place in the conference, two games behind the leader, St. John’s. But with just a 24-20 record overall, the Huskies will likely need to win the Big East Tournament at the end of the month in order to make it to the NCAA’s.

Behind the leadership of these seniors, could be within reach, and the club certainly has postseason experience on their side.

As the regular season begins to wind down, look for the Huskies to make a strong push as they try to extend their season, and the careers of their seniors.

Matthew.Stypulkoski@UConn.edu

Former Husky, Cascio has MLS success

By Gregory Keiser Staff Writer

UConn 2012 graduate Tony Cascio is now eight games into his MLS career after being selected No. 14 overall by the Colorado Rapids.

The 22-year-old midfielder has started seven games and is averaging over 73 minutes a match. He has two goals and an assist. His first career goal came just two games into the season, in a 2-1 win over the Philadelphia Union. The Rapids are currently 4-4.

Cascio was a standout player throughout his career for the Huskies. As a freshman he played in 22 games, scored two goals and notched six assists.

The Huskies lost to DePaul in the quarterfinals of the Big East

tournament and Cascio scored in a loss to No. 2 Creighton in the NCAA third round.

Sophomore year, he tallied seven goals and five assists in 19 games. The Huskies fell to Monmouth in a shootout in the first round of the NCAA tournament after losing to Providence 1-0 in overtime in the Big East tournament quarterfinals.

Cascio had his best year statistically in 2010, during his junior season. Over 19 games, he scored 10 goals and had six assists. The Huskies lost to Cincinnati in a shootout in the Big East tournament quarterfinals, then lost in a shootout to Brown in the second round of the NCAA tournament.

Cascio battled injuries throughout his senior season, but still managed to play 25 games, finishing with five goals and

eight assists. The Huskies were ranked No. 1 in the country for about three weeks. They lost to St. John’s 1-0 in overtime in the Big East championship game, then lost to Charlotte in penalty kicks in the quarterfinals of the NCAA tournament. Cascio scored the go–ahead goal in the 81st minute to put the Huskies up 1-0 before Charlotte scored in the 84th minute to send the game to overtime.

Cascio finished his career as a Husky with 24 goals and 25 assists. His career was riddled with heartbreaking losses. In the duration of Cascio’s time at UConn, the Huskies lost in the Big East tournament and NCAA tournament twice, each in shootouts and once each in overtime.

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Former UConn midfielder Tony Cascio handles the ball during the Huskies’ quarterfinal match against Charlotte, a game which the Huskies lost. Cascio is now in the MLS.

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UConn alum helps save Fenway

By Tyler Morrissey Staff Writer Recently, the Red Sox and the city of Boston celebrated the 100 year anniversary of Fenway Park. If it were not for efforts from people like UConn alum Steve Wojnar, this celebration may not have happened.

Fenway Park has undergone many changes in 100 years, the park that opened April 20 of 1912 is not the same Fenway that we see today. In the early twentieth Century the ballpark survived countless fires, changes in management and demands for a new stadium while baseball clubs were erecting new stadiums across the country. In 1999 it looked like Fenway’s days were numbered.

John Harrington assumed control of the Fenway Park as the trustee of the Yawkey Estate Trust after beloved owners Tom and Jean Yawkey passed away.

Faced with an aging ballpark, Harrington made the decision that it was time to build a new Fenway Park with home plate just about 200 yards from Fenway’s original batter’s box.

This news was shocking to Sox fans, who grew up in the friend-

ly confines of Fenway.

Wojnar, a UConn graduate, knew he had to something to save the ballpark. “I got involved with Save Fenway Park because to me, the team and the park are inextricably linked,” Wojnar said. The Red Sox without Fenway are just another team. Fenway without the Red Sox is a really cool museum piece. Together? They are an almost magical link among New England’s cultural past, present and future. I knew as a Red Sox season ticket holder that if the team left the park, I would leave the team and I endeavored to do whatever I could to prevent both from happening.”

Save Fenway Park was a group that started with the Boston Preservation Alliance and eventually was strong enough to operate on its own, according to Wojnar. Whenever work is done with a municipality, politics are always involved. In Boston, politicians were not in favor of saving the park initially.

“Boston’s politicians were never on board with the idea of saving Fenway,” Wojnar said.

“The mayor of Boston and most of the City Council were in sync with the previous ownership group’s desire and intent to

tear down the park and replace it with a replica in the same neighborhood.”

Sketches and 3-D images of a new park were eventually released to the public. These images included some familiar characteristics of Fenway, like the famous Green Monster, but it lacked the uniqueness of the old ballpark.

“Plans for the new park were complete,” Wojnar said.

“Architectural renderings and models were done, building plans had been drawn up and arrangements were underway for the legal work necessary to seize by eminent domain 17 privately owned properties that stood in the proposed footprint of the new park.”

Sox fans across New England were now faced with new reality, Red Sox baseball could be played at home on a field other than Fenway for the first time since 1912. A new building would mean more seats and some modern amenities, but something would be missing. A father could no longer point out left field to his son and say that’s where Ted Williams and Yaz played. A new Fenway would bring about a fancier facility to watch a game, but it would lack

the history of the original park which cannot be replicated.

“Fenway does what so few other ballparks do,” Wojnar said. “First and foremost, it is a ballpark, not a stadium, and it creates a sense of intimacy lacking in even the much-heralded retro-style parks erected in the 1990’s and 2000’s. That intimacy, and its unique shape and features, combine to create powerful memories for those who attend games there.”

In February of 2002 Tom Werner along with his friends and investors John Henry and Larry Lucchino, purchased the Red Sox for $660 million, as well as Fenway Park. Wojnar and the rest of the Save Fenway group met with the new owners to explain their case to scrap the new ballpark plans.

“From that first meeting through the past decade of work and progress on Fenway, the owners and their team have repeatedly engaged us and have been generous with their time and resources in meeting with us to explain their plans and ask for our input,” Wojnar said.

As it turned out, Werner’s group was the only group bidding on the Red Sox that wanted to preserve the park, accord-

ing to Wojnar.

As new ballparks imitating Fenway Park were built, the new ownership group began making renovations to the original park that inspired it all. These renovations included putting seats atop the Green Monster as well as state of the art video scoreboards and a revitalized atmosphere in and around the park before every home game. All this was done while still maintaining the old time charms that Fenway has had since 1912.

If it wasn’t for the tireless efforts of Wojnar and countless others, we would not have Fenway Park today. Just imagine seeing the Red Sox take the field at home in a park that wasn’t Fenway. It’s more than just a ballpark, its memories of our fathers and grandfathers. It’s that magical place where a young boy learns how to properly keep a score card and the wonder of a properly toped Fenway Frank.

It’s the same building where the legends such as, Ruth, Williams, Yaz and Ortiz played. It’s a more than just a home field advantage, it’s simply home.

Tyler.Morrissey@UConn.edu

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The Daily Campus recognizes senior athletes Leftfielder Amy Vaughan— The offensive powerhouse for the Huskies this season, Vaughan will finish off her senior campaign with more than ten homers, almost 40 runs batted in and a slugging percentage well over .700.

Centerfielder Jennifer Ward—The lone senior from Connecticut, Ward started every game of the season this year for the Huskies. Ward’s season highlight came on March 20 when she homered, singled and scored twice to lead the team to a 6-3 win over Bryant.

Volleyball Jordan Kirk–A starter since her freshman year, Kirk reached the 1,000 kill milestone in a match against Syracuse this past October.

Allison Nickel – Nickel started 26 matches this season for the Huskies and lead the team with a .267 hitting per-

centage on the year.

Baseball David Fischer–Fischer was drafted in the 30th round by the San Francisco Giants in the 2011 MLB Draft, and also spent two summers with the Wareham Gateman of the Cape Cod Baseball League during his years at UConn.

Ryan Fuller–An Avery Point transfer, Fuller hit .316 with 58 RBI during the 2011 campaign including a walk-off single to keep UConn’s season alive in the NCAA Regional round against Clemson. This year, Fuller is hitting .329 over the first 41 games of the season.

Ted Hurvul–A redshirt senior in his fifth year with the Huskies, Hurvul has tossed 10 innings so far this season and has a 5.40 ERA. Tim Martin–Martin was named to the All-Big East Third Team after the 2011 season, and has had an even bet-

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Golf Adam Vaccari, Matthew Dziubina, Matt Carroll, Jeb Buchanan Softball Pitcher Ali Adelman—The San Diego native has been a staple for the Huskies on the mound this season with a 3.81 era through 53 innings 19 appearances in relief. No. 1 also picked three wins to go along with her team-leading six saves. Adelman earned the win in second half of the Husky’s April 14 doubleheader with USF, which handed the Bulls their first loss of the season.

Third baseman/DH Amy DeLuca—The senior from Bordentown, N.J. gave the team some extra offensive boost and versatility this season. DeLuca proved to provide solid offensive performances all season for the Huskies, including clutch games against Villanova and Rhode Island.

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ter year in 2012, hitting .342 in 31 games played.

Joe Pavone–Pavone missed all of the 2011 season with a torn ACL, but has rebounded nicely for his final season. As a redshirt senior, he is hitting .290 while splitting the catching duties with the Huskies.

Before getting injured, Pavone spent the 2010 summer playing for Chatham in the Cape Cod Baseball League, and was named and All-Star.

John Sulzicki—Sulzicki is a career .241 hitter for UConn, including a .250 season in 12 games played during the Huskies historic 2011 campaign.

Women’s Hockey Sami Evelyn—Originally from Nepean, Ontario, Sami Evelyn was a crucial component to the UConn defense during the course of her four years. She was named a Hockey East Second Team All-Star and team MVP her junior year and finished her career with 18 goals.

A l exandra G arcia— Alexandra Garcia provided solid protection in net, during her time with Huskies. She recorded her best season in 2009-10 with a save percentage of .931, which was good for fourth in the nation. Garcia was also named to the Hockey East All-Academic Team her junior year.

Rebecca Hewett—Originally from Oak Bluff, Manitoba, Rebecca Hewett was a solid defensemen, scoring a total of six goals in her career with the Huskies. Hewett was named to the Hockey East All-Academic Team in her junior season.

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The 10 most memorable games this year

Saturday, May 5, 2012

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End of the road for Lapham

By Tyler Morrissey Staff Writer 10. Men’s basketball vs.

Columbia: Before the game, the 2011 NCAA National Championship banner was revealed to the crowd at Gampel.

9. Baseball vs. West Virginia: The baseball team earned its first Big East series sweep of the year when the Huskies downed the Mountaineers three games in row.

8. Women’s Basketball vs. Texas A&M: Many people marked this one marked down in their calendars from the start. It was the game the reigning national champion would take on the team that won the title. In front of a packed XL Center, the Huskies defeated the Aggies 81-51. Tiffany Hayes and Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis each scored 14 points.

7. Men’s Hockey vs. Air Force: Behind the strong protection in net from goalie Garrett Bartus, the UConn men’s hockey team nearly upset the Air Force Falcons in the second round of the AHA playoffs.

6. Football vs. Syracuse: It was the final time the Orange and Huskies would square off in the confines of Rentschler field as conference foes.

5. Men’s Soccer vs. Charlotte: Even though the final score was not in favor of the Huskies, the men’s soccer teams NCAA quarter finals loss to the Charlotte 49’ers was certainly a game to remember.

4. Field Hockey vs. North Carolina: The field hockey team advanced all the way to the Final Four, and nearly upset the No. 1 seeded North Carolina Tar Heels.

3. Men’s Basketball vs.

Villanova: Shabazz Napier provided some late game heroics by hitting a 29-footer with 0.6 seconds left in overtime, as UConn defeated Villanova 73-70. Lamb scored a career high 32 points and the Huskies rallied from an 18 point deficit.

2. Women’s Basketball vs.

Norte Dame: The old saying that third time is a charm proved to be true for UConn, as the women’s basketball team defeated Notre Dame 63-54 to capture its fifth straight Big East Championship.

1. Men’s Basketball vs.

Syracuse: ESPN’s College Gameday made its first trip to Storrs since 2010 to get UConn Country ready for the showdown between the two rival schools.

Lamb led the Huskies with 19 points but it was not enough, as the Huskies fell 71-69 in a fight to the finish.

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Senior M.E. Lapham cradles the ball during a UConn game against Notre Dame.

By Danny Maher Staff Writer The George J. Sherman Family Sports Complex has been the sanctuary over the last four years for M.E. Lapham.

On that turf field and fields like it, Lapham registered a program record 169 goals and 35 assists in her 60 games at attack for the UConn lacrosse team. She finished second in school history with 204 points.

In her senior season, she led the Huskies to the most program wins (10) since 2007 and tied for the most Big East wins (three) in UConn lacrosse history. Along the way, she tallied 48 goals including 15 free position goals and a careerhigh 14 assists and 26 ground balls.

Mary Emily grew up in Cazenovia, N.Y. where she always loved being part of a

team. She played soccer since she was five, but latched on to the up-and-coming sport of lacrosse while she was in sixth grade.

“I liked the fast pace of the game, it was new and fresh,” Lapham said. “I knew I could keep improving and grow as a player.”

Lapham continued with her passion for soccer and lacrosse in her four years at Christian Brothers Academy. She was named to the All-Central New York First Team three times, compiling 88 goals and 35 assists in her soccer career. In lacrosse, she was even more dominant scoring 201 goals and notching 148 assists earning her way to the All-Central New York First Team following her junior season and was named a captain as a senior.

Lapham decided that she had a better chance to play lacrosse at the next level. She had visited a good amount of

schools, but once she stepped on the UConn campus, she knew it was where she wanted to be the next four years.

The year before Lapham arrived in Storrs, the UConn lacrosse program had suffered the worst season in program history, with a dismal 1-15 record. Each season since, Lapham helped the Huskies achieve a better overall record than the previous year.

“It has been an awesome experience rebuilding and developing a program to show what UConn lacrosse is all about,” Lapham said.

As a freshman, she was able to rely on fellow freshman teammates for support and looked up to then-senior Whitney Michele.

“She was the type of leader where she could be my friend but I also wanted to listen to her and earn her respect,” Lapham said.

Lapham came out red-hot in her rookie campaign. She started in 15 of 16 games and finished third on the team with 30 goals and 8 assists. She quickly became a team leader.

“She opened up to me right away, telling me everything I needed to know about UConn, lacrosse, and most importantly, about herself,” junior midfielder Liz Brown said.

“Her love for the game was shown through the tremendous amounts of work, hustle and commitment that she gave to the program over the past four years.”

On March 7, 2009, Lapham recorded just an assist in a 15-7 loss vs. New Hampshire. It would be the last time Lapham would finish a game with a zero in the scoring column.

She has since scored in 55 consecutive games. Later that season, Lapham recorded a hat

trick leading UConn to an 8-7 win over rival Lousiville.

“It was our first Big East win,” Lapham said. “After that game, I knew that this is why I am here.”

Her personal collegiate success carried over to her sophomore season as she led the team with 36 goals and tallied three goals or more on eight occasions, despite missing the final five games due to illness.

But the success also reflected upon the rest of the team, and the Huskies won nine games.

She exploded for a UConnrecord 55 goals in her junior season on her way to being named to the All-Big East First Team and IWLCA AllRegion First Team.

As a senior, Lapham broke the program all-time goalscoring record with career goal No, 155 coming in a 14-13 UConn overtime win over Columbia on April 7.

On April 29, Lapham was honored along with five other seniors as part of Senior Day. She scored a goal and an assist in a 12-9 loss to Loyola, in what will likely be her last lacrosse game ever.

Lapham is a Human Development and Family Studies major and is planning to use her degree to find an internship.

Growing up in the shadows of Syracuse University, Lapham was never able to defeat the Orange, but she has certainly laid out a path for future UConn lacrosse teams to do so.

“Her determination and commitment to the team will leave a standing impression on the program and to new players to come,” Brown said.

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Three Huskies to play in NFL

Gregory Keiser Staff Writer

UConn graduates Kendall Reyes, Kashif Moore, Mike Ryan, Gary Wilburn and Dave Teggart looked to make the next step in their football careers by continuing on from collegiate to professional football by entering the NFL draft, which took place on April 26.

Reyes was the only player drafted. The San Diego Chargers took the two–time All–Big East defensive tackle in the second round with the No. 49 overall pick, the highest for a UConn player since the New England

Patriots took cornerback Darius Butler No. 41 overall.

Reyes is a part of a San Diego draft class intended to improve on a defense that ranked No. 16 in yards allowed and No. 22 in points allowed in the NFL. San Diego drafted three defensive players in the first three rounds, taking South Carolina linebacker Melvin Ingram No. 18 overall and LSU safety Brandon Taylor No. 73 overall along with Reyes.

For Reyes, the day of the draft was something really special.

“I was just kind of anxious, nervous, excited, a whole bunch of emotions all

bunched up into one,” Reyes said. “When I got that phone call, I was like ‘hold on let me answer it, see if it’s real’ and it was. It’s exciting.”

Receiver Moore and offensive lineman Ryan signed threeyear deals with the Cincinnati Bengals as undrafted free agents.

Moore received a $5,000 signing bonus, but Cincinnati will only be locked into the contracts if the players make the final roster.

Moore and Ryan have an opportunity to play with a talented young offense in Cincinnati.

Quarterback Andy Dalton and receiver A.J. Green both made the Pro Bowl as rookies last season. Moore led the Huskies in

receiving yards and touchdowns with 566 yards and five scores on 41 receptions.

Cornerback Wilburn signed a similar deal with the Tennessee Titans. He will compete for a spot on the roster after Tennessee starting cornerback Cortland Finnegan signed with the St. Louis Rams this offseason.

Two–time All–Big East kicker Teggart is currently unsigned. Teggart set UConn school records for field goals with 74, extra points with 128 and total points with 349.

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