The Hawk (10/8/14)

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Q&A with Chair of Board of Trustees A sit down with Edward Moneypenny ERIN RAFTERY ’15 News Editor

INTRODUCTION Q: What is it like for you to be stepping

into this position after what has been happening for the past three years at the university, especially last year? How are you going to make your role different here at the university?

A: Well, I walked into this with my eyes wide open here…and you know I’m more oriented toward inclusive kind of things anyway as opposed to some other kind of management style or leadership style, so I just felt, background-wise and other organizations I’ve been in, and my desire to put this back together again so to speak, it’s a little dramatic, but it’s something that I really am interested in doing and if I could, along with others, do that, then I would have done something helpful to the university and that’s my motivating force…This is not a one-man thing or a Trustee thing; it’s a Trustee, it’s faculty, it’s administration, and in the middle of this triangle are the most important people in all of this, and they are our students.

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS CHANGING Q: You did mention changing the culture here and how we can move forward with a fresh start, and as you’re aware, Fr. Gillespie and Mr. Smithson decided to resign, but I did want to clarify with you...I was wondering if there was any pressure on them; if they were going to be fired, or if they were

fired, what is the official [statement]?

A: They decided this [to resign] on their own, and I think we’ve been all over that, so I have nothing more to say about that.

Q: Was their leaving [one of the solutions]

to the votes of no confidence that happened as well as the culture here?

A: Well the votes of no confidence have nothing to do with this.

Q: With Mr. Smithson and Fr. Gillespie resigning?

A: Yeah, they chose to do what they did.

You’d have to ask them why they chose to do what they did.

Q: Do you think it is a positive change, as far as what happened last year, that they will not be returning to the university?

A: I think the university will decide how all that works.

Q: Lou Mayer is still here and a lot of fac-

ulty are upset about that because he was one of the people that had a vote of no confidence passed against him; and so I understand you can’t have everyone leave because you have no retention here at the university, but is that something on the table, to maybe evaluate his position?

A: Well I’m not going to comment publicly about anybody here, regardless of the job they have. People in general get evaluated periodically, and we do that with the whole cabinet and this is no different than that.

A portrait of Edward Moneypenny. Photo courtesy of Saint Joseph’s University

Q: OK, so would you say having him here Q: Along with the shared governance,

is kind of detrimental in moving forward because of the financial issues?

A: Well…I don’t think it’s detrimental. I think he’ll be a contributor, I expect him to be a contributor going forward, I expect all the cabinet to be contributors. There isn’t any difference, they all have to be contributors, and we periodically evaluate all of them.

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there was also an issue last year with communication regarding financial issues and other things like that. Does that fit in with the shared governance changes that are happening, having better communication, kind of like a two-way street between faculty, administrators, staff, students?

A: Well all of this is geared to creating the two-way street, because the one-way street just doesn’t get it; it’s not in anybody’s best interest, so all of these are ways to communicate. You think about these small meetings with the faculty, what is that?

Continued MONEYPENNY, Pg. 3

Presidential search commences: Are all voices heard?

LEIGH ANNE TIFFANY ’15 Assistant News Editor

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he search for the 28th president of Saint Joseph’s University has begun, and already this open search process conveys a very different atmosphere than the search that appointed current University President C. Kevin Gillespie, SJ., ’72.

With university-wide email updates and widely publicized open forums, this search is intended to be a community-inclusive process.

“We’re going to err on the side of giving people as much information as we can as often as we can, so that our community really understands what’s going on and where this thing is,” said Edward W. Moneypenny, ’64, chair of the Board of Trustees. “We want to make sure this whole communica-

tion thing…works really well, and we’ll try and give everything [information] now.”

However, many are concerned that the 12-person presidential search committee, half of which are members of the Board of Trustees, will not have the best interests of St. Joe’s as an academic and student-centered institution in mind.

The Faculty Senate expressed some reservations about the search committee at a recent senate meeting, according to Faculty Senate President Robert Moore, Ph.D. “Some faculty have expressed disappointment that A) the Faculty Senate was not consulted, and B) with the final number of faculty that are on the committee,” said Moore.

The faculty is represented by two members on the search committee, one from the College of Arts and Sciences and one from

the Haub School of Business. The deans of both schools, as well as the interim provost, selected these members.

Moneypenny said that he looked at approximately 10-12 other universities that have recently undergone a presidential search in order to establish the structure of the one at St. Joe’s.

“It was a good idea to look at how other colleges and universities do this, but it also could have been a good idea to look back at our practice, and which historically… would involve a role for the governance structure and for the senate in particular,” Moore said. “It’s not as if the senate should have dictatorial powers, but one could argue that a consultation is not a bad idea…

I think it’s very important that faculty have a voice in this.”

Additionally, there is a noticeably

small number of women represented in the search committee. Catherine Murray, Ph.D., chair of the Commission on the Status of Women, said that she is concerned that the unequal ratio of men to women on the committee will deter female presidential prospects.

“My concern about the composition of the search committee is that it may have a chilling effect on women candidates,” Murray said. “A woman who is interviewed by a committee which is preponderantly male may draw certain inferences about the status of women and how easy it would be for her to really work with the board.”

Murray voiced her doubt that the next St. Joe’s president will be a woman.

Continued PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH, Pg. 2

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October 8, 2014

The Hawk

Department of Public Safety Reports (Sept. 26-Oct. 2) September 26 Public Safety confiscated alcohol from a Saint Joseph’s University student inside the lobby of Sourin Hall. Residence Life was notified.

Public Safety confiscated alcohol from a St. Joe’s student inside the lobby of Pennbrook Apartments. Residence Life was notified.

Public Safety confiscated alcohol from a St. Joe’s student inside the lobby of Lancaster Court Hastings Apartments. Residence Life was notified.

Public Safety confiscated alcohol from a St. Joe’s student inside the lobby of Lancaster Court Hastings Apartments. Residence Life was notified.

Public Safety was notified of person(s) unknown damaging a water fountain on the third floor of Sourin Hall. Public Safety officers responded. Facilities Management was notified. Residence Life was notified.

Public Safety was notified of person(s) unknown writing graffiti on a student’s room door in Sourin Hall. Public Safety officers responded. Residence Life was notified.

September 27 Public Safety confiscated alcohol from a St. Joe’s student inside the lobby of the Lancaster Court Hastings Apartments. Residence Life was notified.

Public Safety was notified of person(s) unknown discharging a fire extinguisher in the basement of LaFarge Hall. Facilities Management was notified. Residence Life was notified.

Public Safety responded to a fire alarm at ELS. Preliminary investigation revealed the alarm was activated by a student accidentally pulling the alarm. Facilities Management was notified.

Public Safety was notified of several St. Joe’s students walking on 54th Street carrying a statue taken from a property off campus.

Public Safety officers responded and identified the students. Public Safety confiscated the statue. Community Standards was notified.

Public Safety responded to a fire alarm in Villiger Hall. Preliminary investigation revealed a student cooking activated the alarm. Facilities Management was notified.

September 28 Public Safety was notified of an odor of marijuana coming from a second floor room in Lannon Hall. Public Safety officers and Residence Life responded to the room.

No sign of drugs were located, but a drug pipe was confiscated. Community Standards was notified.

September 29 No Incidents to report.

September 30 Public Safety was notified by a St. Joe’s student in regards to person(s) unknown removing a tire from her bicycle, which she had secured outside of the Drexel Library.

Incident is under investigation.

October 1 Public Safety was notified in regards to person(s) unknown removing a St. Joe’s student’s cell phone, which she left unattended on a bench in Sweeney Field. Incident is under investigation.

Public Safety was notified in regards to person(s) unknown removing a St. Joe’s student’s ID and room key, which she left unattended on a bench in Sweeney Field.

Incident is under investigation.

Public Safety was notified by a St. Joe’s student in regards to person(s) unknown removing her and her roommate’s bicycle, which they had secured outside of Rashford Hall. Incident is under investigation.

A St. Joe’s student notified public Safety that while playing flag football, an opposing team member punched him in the face. Incident is under investigation.

October 2 Public Safety was notified in regards to person(s) unknown removing a St. Joe’s employee’s ID and keys from her office in the Kinney Center. Incident is under investigation.

Public Safety officers observed several juveniles riding their bicycles on campus.

Philadelphia Police were notified and re-

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sponded. The juveniles fled the campus.

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Concerns raised over committee’s inclusivity Continued PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH from Pg. 1 “I’d be quite happy, but I’d also be quite surprised,” Murray said. “I just don’t think we’re there yet.”

While there are technically three women on the 12-person committee, one of them is the sole student representative, which some say makes her impact less effective.

“In my mind, it was two women and one student,” Murray said. “The student is not going to elicit the same attention because of the fact she is a student.”

Claire Tedesco, president of the University Student Senate, was one of the students interviewed to be the student representative on the search committee. Though she was not selected, Tedesco hopes that Nora McGeever, ’15, the student selected as the representative, will accurately represent the student voice.

“I hope Nora can do it,” Tedesco said.

“This is who they’re [the presidential search committee] there for, they’re here for the students and they’re here for the university.”

At the moment, the University Student Senate and McGeever appear to be the primary student voices in the selection process. During the open student forum on Friday, only 15 students showed up out of the entire student body, and 14 of them were Student Senators.

Though the composition of the committee is set at this point, Moneypenny said he is working to create a more equal balance on the Board of Trustees as well.

“I think the nature of the people will define how this works, and I think we’ve got a collection of people that are really stellar people and will all kind of fit together really well,” Moneypenny said. “The question of female representation and minorities, we’ve got to work on that…one of the goals of the Governance Committee of the Board is to have to work harder at searching out female and minority candidates, but I think we have a great group and I have no reservations that they won’t be able to be fair and partial and recommend a really stellar candidate.”

“At some level we need to go on faith that the committee members will represent our points of view, whether it is a student perspective, faculty perspective, staff perspective, whatever perspective it might be.” - Rob Moore, faculty senate president Going forward, Moore said that while certain specifics will be kept confidential in order to protect candidates from retribution from current employers, he felt that this will be an inclusive process.

“I think just by the very nature of it, it’s difficult to vet every candidate before the entire university community,” Moore said.

“At some level we need to go on faith that the committee members will represent our points of view, whether it is a student perspective, faculty perspective, staff perspec-

tive, whatever perspective it might be.”

While there are concerns about all members of the university community being equally represented in this 12-person presidential search committee, the process is only beginning. Only time will tell if this committee will succeed at finding the right 28th president for Hawk Hill.

Erin Raftery, ’15, contributed to this article.

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Moneypenny discusses university issues Continued MONEYPENNY from Pg. 1 That’s about communicating, trusting one another. These are pretty basic things, but some of the basic things apparently don’t exist here, so all of this one umbrella is communication and trust and contact, because you can’t have trust if you never see one another. If you have trust from a distance, well that’s not going to work, so a lot of this is personal interaction, and we’ll look for social events to interact the community, the faculty; it’s not too complicated, but you have to work to get it right and people have to be willing to want to [participate].

Q: One more question about the Priorities Committee, the Ad Hoc Committee—so specifically what issues are they addressing? I know that you just mentioned one of the biggest issues here at the university is the enrollment goal, so is there anything changing with that kind of stuff?

A: Well it needs to come from the ground floor up, that’s the first thing, and you know with enrollment here…the first thing we have to do is whatever the enrollment [is], we have to have students that enhance our academic profile and the academic metrics that go along with it.

There isn’t a Trustee out there that wants anything other than that, so you know you start reading some of this stuff about [how increased enrollment] will hurt our academic quality, and these are valid concerns. If I were a student here, I would have that concern, but no one wants to do that…I wish, quite frankly, I wasn’t the Chairman then, but to kind of roll this out again with some of the provisos I was talking about, because all of that existed in the Boardroom, and we [thought], ‘Why is all of this stuff happening?’ You know what, we just didn’t, we didn’t get that one right, the communication, and what we were trying to do – and this wasn’t at all in regardless of what it means – it was never the intent, it’s a shame, but we take responsibility for that.

Q: I know St. Joe’s has been growing and

expanding tremendously in the past 10 years or so; is there any plan in place to kind of balance that physical growth and having enough resources for increasing our enrollment? I know this year people are saying dining hall lines are out of control.

A: To me, that’s a really good item for the Priorities [Committee] to look at, and you can ask the Provost how that is all going to sort out their agenda. But that’s a question the university has to look at, not the Trustees; I mean we wouldn’t know how to address that, that’s not our job, so that’s one of the reasons I’m enthused about a Priorities Committee where you get the administration and the faculty in the same room talking about these kinds of things and they’ll develop a view on [university issues], which is the way it’s got to be.

Trustees are in the governing, they’re not in the managing—the university manages.

PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH Q: I know that there’s a student forum happening this Friday, and so my first question is, I don’t know how much you can talk about the process, I know a lot of it is confidential, but how were the committee members chosen and what was done to make sure the search was inclusive by having a balanced mix of faculty, students, and Board members?

A: I looked at probably 10-12 colleges of prestigious universities that had or are having recent Presidential searches, etc. ... we’re going to err on the side of giving people as much information as we can as often as we can, so that all our community feels that they really understand what’s going on and where this thing is; we want to make sure this whole communication thing works…really well, and we’ll try and give everything. Now the only proviso is... our candidate’s involved, so you have to be

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cognizant of the candidate… and the issue of confidentiality...the intention is everyone gets the information on a recurring type basis...we’ll bring three to five candidates back to campus…and then we’ll go back to the town hall type meetings… to get them to weigh in and...an interrogation professionally by all these groups.

Q: It’s an open search, correct? It’s not just exclusively Jesuits?

A: We are a Jesuit school, so a Jesuit school will absolutely be part of the mix, but that won’t be the only part of the mix… We’re going to look as aggressively for Jesuits and as aggressively for lay people, men, women, or minorities, and the key is the best person for the job. Now the person has to fit within the Jesuit principles and Ignatian values and things like that, but what they look like is not relevant, how they act and how they think very relevant, so it’s a wide net—it’s unlike past years here.

Q: There are only two faculty members,

three women, and one student, so it is predominantly males and Board of Trustees members, so is that something consciously thought about or do you think that with those people that’s enough diversity so that, like you said, the search will really be wide open?

A: I think the nature of the people will define how this works, and I think we’ve got a collection of people that are really stellar people and will all kind of fit together really well. But you know the question of female representation and minorities, we’ve got to work on that further back, not in respect to faculty so much, but on the Board, and one of the goals of the governance committee of the Board is to have to work harder at searching out female and minority candidates. But I think we have a great group and I have no reservations that they won’t be able to be fair and partial and recommend a really stellar candi-

date… We have an experienced search firm, I feel really comfortable [with them], and I’m looking forward to it.

Q: In the meantime, do you think there’s any possibility right now with the current administration we have of any sort of leadership void or lame duck administration? We’re kind of wrapping on two key administrators that are going to be leaving us, and last year over the summer we unfortunately had the Registrar leave, and the Provost left at the end of last year.

A: I don’t really think there is, because I think the people that are here…are solid folks, and ‘university first’ people, and we have an Interim Provost for sure, but she looks like a really top of the line Provost, etc., and we’re in the process of filling Enrollment Registrar and these things happen at organizations, so I’m not concerned about that. I mean I’m mindful of it, but I’m just not concerned.

Q: What kind of message do you want for the university, being new into this role?

How do you want to establish yourself and the BOT and their position with the university going forward? I know there are a lot of changes.

A: I think that the macro issue to the university, the biggest one that we have to continue to work…is the shared governance is the first thing, second thing on a micro basis I think the idea of making sure we go out of our way to make our university as affordable and accessible to as many high quality students that we can, and within the context of our mission as the big macro challenge. But we can’t do this apart, it doesn’t work. I know enough about organizations to know that that won’t work, so my goal, I’m sensitive to that, different groups, etc., so and I’m reaching out to them trying to bring them in to this circle that we have, because there’s really no good second choice, there just isn’t, and I’m very aware of that.

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The Supreme Court of the United States refused to review decisions striking down same sex marriage bans, legalizing same sex marriage in at least five more states according to NPR.

Delaware State Police arrested a woman after her 4-yearold daughter allegedly brought heroin to daycare and started passing it out to other classmates, according to Fox News. Delaware State Police found 249 bags of heroin weighing 3.735 grams.

A teenager in Illinois was arrested by the FBI’s Chicago Joint Terrorism Task Force on Saturday at Chicago’s O’Hare airport, according to ABC News. Mohammed Khan is among an estimated 100 Americans who have attempted to join militant groups in Syria and Iraq, including ISIS.

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October 8, 2014

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Editorial: Communication breakdown THE HAWK THE HAWK EDITOR IN CHIEF Garrett Miley ’15 MANAGING EDITOR C.J. DeMille ’16 COPY CHIEF Molly Grab ’17 BUSINESS MANAGER Teddy Ryan ’16 FACULTY ADVISER Dan Reimold NEWS EDITOR Erin Raftery ’15 ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR Leigh Anne Tiffany ’15 OPINIONS EDITOR Angela Christaldi ’17 LIFESTYLE EDITOR Karen Funaro ’16 Connie Lunanuova ’16 SPORTS EDITOR Nate Vancil ’16 ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR Anthony Panvini ’16 LAYOUT EDITOR Andrew Nguyen ’17 PHOTO EDITOR Weiyi (Dawn) Cai ’15 ONLINE EDITOR Kayla Lane ’17

Communication: one of the most important aspects of relationships. Upperclassmen, take a moment to recall the protest of last semester. One of the main things we asked for from the administration was communication, specifically in the form of transparency between the administration and the students. There have been recent changes within administration, especially with the stepping down of University President C. Kevin Gillespie, S.J., ’72. As a result, Saint Joseph’s University has recently begun a search for the future president of the university. The Presidential Search Committee was recently announced, and an open forum was held so that students were able to attend and express their concerns and desires about the future leader of our university. However, the attendance at the forum was extremely poor: aside from members of the University Student Senate, only one other student was in attendance.

Students were pushing for communication and transparency; it was the basis of the protest in which so many people took part. The main complaint was that the administration was keeping information from the students. This open forum on the presidential search was one of the

administration’s first attempts at this new, more transparent communication, but despite the apparent desires of the students, few took the opportunity to express their desires.

The Chair of the Board of Trustees, Edward W. Moneypenny, ’64, sent an email to students discussing the Presidential Search Committee, as well as alerting them about the open forum. Despite having knowledge of the forum, few students chose to attend. Perhaps this is because the students, although they were alerted, were not aware. Many students check social media far more frequently than they check their email; a more effective method of alerting students to events such as this would be through Twitter. Communication is only effective if the information reaches the intended parties.

However, students also need to do their part to stay aware of opportunities to voice their opinions. As students, this is what we asked for: transparency and inclusion in decisions. But when given the opportunity, students did not take advantage of the chance to make their voices heard.

The students on this campus act as though they are activists for change, but when the

opportunity arose, they chose to ignore it and go on with life as usual. Do not ask for these opportunities then ignore them; stick by your convictions and make your voice heard.

With the recent changes in the administration, the student body needs to ensure that their voices are heard. We are the heart of this university; we are Hawks.

We have the chance to make our voices are heard, and we need to take those chances.

As students who tout our status as champions of social justice causes, we need to continue this advocacy on our campus, rather than acting apathetically toward causes that are so close to home. We asked—even protested—for the right to have our voices heard, so we cannot allow this right to fall by the wayside. The next time the opportunity arises, make an effort to participate.

Speaking out about our hopes for the future of the university is the only way that we will have a chance to shape its future.

These opportunities are rare, so do not allow them to pass by without making an attempt to speak up and let your voice be heard.

The Hawk Staff

A call for equality: The problem with the Presidential Search Committee ANGELA CHRISTALDI ’17 Opinions Editor Following the announcement of the resignation of current University President C. Kevin Gillespie, S.J., ’72, Saint Joseph’s University will be searching for a new president to fill the position. The Presidential Search Committee, announced in an email to students on Sept. 6, consists of 12 members. The committee includes several alumni and department chairs, and, in accordance with the history of the university, the majority of the committee members are men. The 12-person board includes only three women. For a school that advocates social justice and prides itself on being men and women for others, why are women so often left out of positions of power, especially in the making of a decision that will largely affect the future of St. Joes?

Women make up approximately 56 percent of college campuses nationwide, and St. Joe’s is no exception—54 percent of the students here are female. Women clearly make up a major part of the campus, but are, unfortunately, left out of positions of power. The majority of the department

chairs at St. Joe’s are male, despite the equal amount of female faculty members who are likely just as qualified. Since the university community is so diverse, why, then, is the Presidential Search Committee so biased toward one gender?

The committee, as aforementioned, is mainly composed of men; however, it is also greatly skewed in terms of race. The lack of women on the committee is extremely disconcerting, but it is also discomforting to know that there are no people of color represented. This may be representative of a larger problem throughout the university community: although we tout ourselves as a diverse community, it is obvious that the population of the school itself skews toward a very specific demographic. However, the lack of diversity on the committee itself is a large problem. We cannot promote diversity if we do not attempt to achieve it, and taking steps to do so will greatly improve the future of the university.

The forming of the Presidential Search Committee did not take a step in the right direction for the future of the university; unfortunately, it is mired in patriarchal values and white male privilege. Men are too

often assumed to deserve positions of power over their female colleagues, especially in academia. This is just another example of women being overlooked despite being equally qualified for a job.

The lesson that can be learned here is that we need to stand up for equality. The future cannot be shaped, and equality cannot be achieved, unless we choose to stand up for what we believe is right. We should be angered, outraged even, by the homogeneity of the committee choosing the person that will be shaping the future of St. Joe’s.

Everyone deserves to have his or her voice heard, but unfortunately, there is too much of the same voice being represented. This can only detract from what could potentially have been a diverse community. If only one viewpoint is represented, it will

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only lead to more of the same problems.

A more varied committee would have brought more values, more views, and more ideals to the table, rather than the homogenous ideals that the current committee represents. This committee is representing the student body of St. Joe’s. This group of people, however, is not an accurate representation of the university community. We need to stand up for ourselves and make sure that our voices are heard and represented. We need to ensure that the selection of the person who will handle the future of St. Joe’s is properly handled by someone who understands what we want and who we are as a school.

WOMEN CLEARLY MAKE UP A MAJOR PART OF THE CAMPUS, BUT ARE, UNFORTUNATELY, LEFT OUT OF POSITIONS OF POWER. THE MAJORITY OF THE DEPARTMENT CHAIRS AT ST. JOE’S ARE MALE, DESPITE THE EQUAL AMOUNT OF FEMALE FACULTY MEMBERS WHO ARE LIKELY JUST AS QUALIFIED. SINCE THE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY IS SO DIVERSE, WHY, THEN, IS THE PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH COMMITTEE SO BIASED TOWARD ONE GENDER?”

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Ignorance is not bliss The importance of staying informed

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f a random person were to approach you and ask you to name five major events that are currently being discussed in the news, what would your response be?

Would you talk to them about American politics, Ebola outbreaks, and the situation in Iraq? Or would you tell them that Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendez just had a baby girl, and that Blue Ivy and North West are having a play date next week? If your answer is more along the lines of the latter response, then you need to reconsider what qualifies as “breaking news.”

As college students, we sometimes live in a bubble; the only news we are aware of is who is hooking up with whom, which freshman dorm had a fire alarm go off in the middle of the night, and what the Campion concoction of the day is. We get so caught up with what is happening on Hawk Hill that we may, at times, forget about the great big world that exists outside of campus.

Maybe you’re not a news junkie, or just

wake up too late to catch “Good Morning America,” but as college students, we need to be educated about what is going on in the world around us. It is irresponsible not to know what is going on in the world today, because the events that are occurring right now could potentially be problems that we face and have to correct in our futures.

If you are not a fan of reading The New York Times or into watching the evening news, there are still many other channels of information that you can utilize in your daily life. The news is incredibly accessible, thanks to modern technology. People tend to hate when Facebook changes its look, but one of the useful updates it recently made is the “Trending” panel, where the site features current news stories. If you use Twitter, then you can follow any major or local news source to get your news in 140 characters or less.

There are also late night television programs such as “The Daily Show” with Jon

Stewart or “The Colbert Report” with Stephen Colbert in which discussions typically focus on satirizing major headlines. Even “Saturday Night Live” has a segment called “The Weekend Update” where they discuss news stories in a satirical manner. Keep in mind, though, that these sources are biased and are not presenting hard-hitting facts.

It is not difficult to become educated about what is going on around us. There are so many different ways to consume news, and we should be taking advantage of them, because some people who aren’t as fortunate as we are don’t have access to a live Internet stream or even – gasp – Twitter. Knowing what is going on outside of our cozy campus is imperative to our critical thinking; not only will we simply appear intelligent and “wow” our friends with our knowledge of current events, but we can also form a real interest and begin to care for the world around us.

Affirmative consent laws

How laws could change sexual assault cases on college campuses KALA PERRY ’17 Hawk Staff While the reality that sexual assaults occur on college campuses across the nation may not exactly be a new revelation, recent media coverage surrounding the issue is sparking discussion among concerned students everywhere. Recently, the state of California seems to be leading the fight against sexual assault with its new “affirmative consent laws.” The laws are leaving some people skeptical, but others are hopeful that significant change is coming in regard to how rape cases are handled on college campuses in America.

For those who are unfamiliar with what “affirmative consent” means, it is essentially a “conscious and voluntary agreement to engage in sexual activity,” as stated by California Governor Jerry Brown. The new law mandates that students engaging in sexual activities must have the explicit consent of their partners every step of the way. While many colleges, including the University of Texas, Yale University, and various SUNY campuses have adopted affirmative consent policies, the state of California has taken it one step further by mandating that all colleges within the state must adopt the policy or risk losing state funding.

Some critics of the new law are skeptical of the law’s effectiveness. Nothing of its kind has ever been passed before, so there is no data to prove whether or not the law will

have its desired affect. Some students criticize the new policies as a hindrance, believing that having to constantly ask a sexual partner for consent as things escalate will “ruin the mood.” Conversely, many people are extremely optimistic that the new laws, although they may not necessarily curb the amount of sexual assaults happening on college campuses, will make more students aware of the issue that is plaguing the nation. Affirmative consent, at the very least, will change how people view sexual assault, and may make students think twice before engaging in intercourse without actually knowing if their partner wants to or not.

Just because someone doesn’t say “no” does not mean that they want to engage in sexual activity: “Only yes means yes.”

The creators of a new app called “Good2Go” are incorporating this idea of affirmative consent into technology. Essentially, this smartphone application poses a series of questions to determine if an individual is coherent enough to have consensual sex. The idea behind this innovative app is that if a person is inebriated to the point at which they cannot “pass” the test, then they are unable to consent to sex, and therefore should not engage in any sexual activities.

Although this app obviously has its pitfalls, in the sense that someone who is totally wasted will probably not have the dexterity to consult an app before having sex, it still paves the way for a change in young people’s attitudes towards sex, which is also the goal

“WE, AS STUDENTS, GO TO COLLEGE TO LEARN, BUT WE SHOULD TAKE OUR LEARNING A STEP FURTHER BY RECOGNIZING THAT WE ARE NOT ONLY ABLE TO CHANGE OUR PRESENT, BUT WE CAN ALSO PAVE THE WAY FOR THE FUTURE.” of affirmative consent policies.

Although the affirmative consent law, as well as the “Good2Go” app, have received substantial critiques, they are both undoubtedly a step in the right direction.

Any attempt to curb this nationwide epidemic is a welcome one, no matter what we have to go through in order to reach the desired solution. We, as students, go to college to learn, but we should take our learning a step further by recognizing that we are not only able to change our present, but we can also pave the way for the future.

In changing our attitudes about sexual assault, we will not only be able to live in a healthier learning environment, but we will be able to have fun in a safe and responsible way. Asking for consent may not seem “sexy” at the time, but it is essential in order to provide a sense of security in our sexual experiences in college, no matter how funny, mortifying, heartbreaking, or awesome they may be.

From the Editor: On the front page of the October 1 issue of The Hawk, we ran a series of photos taken with a goal of artistic expression that portrayed a set of Yik Yak posts. These posts were uploaded within a five mile radius of Saint Joseph’s University.

We neglected to put a cutline explaining the photos and the origination of the content written on the posters. We regret this error and will do our best to maintain our integrity and ethos moving forward.

Garrett Miley ’15 Editor in Chief

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Why you should be concerned about Ebola BRIAN RADERMACHER ’16 Special to The Hawk You should be afraid of Ebola. Goosebumps should erupt at the thought. You should shiver in your chair trying to shake the tingling in your spine. You should feel terrified—but not because you might contract it. No, Ebola should scare you because of the systemic indifference and failures that it represents.

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Ebola is not contagious if the person is asymptomatic. In order to infect others with Ebola, not only does the person have to have the disease, but they also have to be displaying symptoms. Ebola is spread exclusively through the contact of bodily fluids. The odds of your encountering someone displaying the symptoms of Ebola (headache, muscle pain, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pain, or unexplained bruising and bleeding) and choose to interact with them in a manner in which Ebola can be spread are so astronomically low that you have a better chance of winning the lottery. The quarantines of victims within the United States have become so comprehensive that the disease is unlikely to become widespread within the nation.

IT TOOK SIX WHOLE MONTHS FOR THE WESTERN WORLD TO CARE ABOUT THE SPREAD OF A SEEMINGLY INCURABLE VIRUS. THIS IS WHY EBOLA SHOULD TERRIFY YOU. However, Ebola on a global scale is endemic. The rate of its spread throughout West Africa is why you should be terrified.

According to a report from NPR, as of Sept.

18, there are over 5,000 cases of Ebola in West Africa, with at least 2,600 casualties.

Research predicts that by mid-October, there will be 15,000 reported cases. This data shows how extensive the problem is.

The CDC lists Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Liberia as countries with the most widespread transmission of Ebola. Nigeria, Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo have also reported several cases of Ebola. The virus is rampant in nations lacking in advanced medical technology.

This data is the information that should terrify you. On Sept. 30, the CDC announced the first confirmed case of Ebola in the United States. The first reports of Ebola in West Africa date back to March 25 of this year. March to September. Six months. It took six whole months for the Western world to care about the spread of a seemingly incurable virus. This is why Ebola should terrify you; not because you might catch it, but rather because the Ebola epidemic is indicative of a system in which a major disease can go unnoticed by a country that likes to boast of its medical advances until it affects them directly. Ebola reveals the extent of American selfishness—and we should all be disturbed by these results.

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Athletic ability no longer serves as a legal defense JAMIE PETRAGNANI ’17 Special to The Hawk It is no secret that professional athletes are some of the luckiest people alive. They are talented, have exciting jobs, and apparently they feel as though they live above the law. Recently, several of the United States’ top athletes have been caught committing serious crimes that have sports fans up in arms.

Early on the morning of Sept. 30, Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps was arrested and charged with driving under the influence in the state of Maryland.

Phelps was reportedly pulled over by police for speeding and then failed a sobriety test.

The 29-year-old swimmer released a statement on Tuesday afternoon apologizing for his actions but acknowledging that at the present time, he is aware that it will be rather difficult for the public to accept his apology. This arrest marks Phelps’s second DUI, leaving the public wondering, “Why is this happening again?” After one DUI and all of the bad press that followed, why is a talented athlete like Phelps still making the mistake of driving while intoxicated?

He recently won three medals for the U.S. at the Pan Pacific Swimming Championships, yet his accomplishments are being overshadowed because he makes stupid mistakes like this.

Phelps is not the only athlete who has been arrested for serious crimes this year.

In February, Ray Rice, formerly of the Baltimore Ravens, was arrested for aggravated

assault after he viciously attacked his then girlfriend, now wife, Janay Rice. Seven months later, video footage of the attack was leaked to the public by the entertainment news outlet TMZ. Rice has since been indicted by a grand jury for aggravated assault and has been released from the Baltimore Ravens. Why, exactly, did it take seven months for this story to gain any traction?

Without the horrific video evidence of the event, few media outlets condemned Rice.

His punishment from the NFL was much lighter until the video of him actually abusing his wife was released. Were the physical marks on her face not enough for people to know she was abused, or will every battered woman need to tape their attackers to make sure everyone believes their story?

Similarly, Adrian Peterson of the Minnesota Vikings was arrested for assaulting a family member after striking his four-yearold son with a wooden switch. Peterson has been indicted in the state of Texas for reckless or negligent injury to a child. Peterson allegedly struck the boy as a form of punishment after the boy misbehaved while visiting his father in Houston. The boy’s

mother allegedly took him to the doctor after viewing his injuries and the doctor declared the wounds to be the result of abuse.

Luckily, Peterson is being forced to take responsibility for his actions in the public eye significantly sooner than Rice was. The reports of Peterson’s abuse gained traction far more quickly than those of Rice, so not only is Peterson dealing with the legal consequences of his actions, but the watchful eye of the public is also ensuring that he does not repeat the abuse.

These athletes’ actions are inexcusable, and they each deserve to be punished. Endangering the lives of multiple innocent people is no small matter, and they should not get a pass simply because they can entertain the public. “Celebrity status” or not, crimes are crimes and need to be dealt with as such. Our only hope is that in the future, athletic organizations and legal parties will continue to take these charges seriously for athletes, as well as all others, and will force those who commit such crimes to deal with the consequences.

THESE ATHLETES’ ACTIONS ARE INEXCUSABLE, AND THEY EACH DESERVE TO BE PUNISHED. ENDANGERING THE LIVES OF MULTIPLE INNOCENT PEOPLE IS NO SMALL MATTER, AND THEY SHOULD NOT GET A PASS SIMPLY BECAUSE THEY CAN ENTERTAIN THE PUBLIC.

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Learn to lift with Ariana Palma

Row to grow

A strong and muscular back is essential to our body’s functioning, stable posture, balanced physique, and fit appearance. In fact, our back is one of the most complex muscle groups. The muscles located here give our bodies their true power and ability to move more weight. Unfortunately, it is often one of the most neglected muscle groups because the back muscles are not easily seen. When we look in the mirror, we typically notice our chest, abdominals, or arms before we turn around to give our back any attention. Because we do not notice the posterior muscle progress as much, it is easy to leave our back muscles on the back burner.

I have been guilty of neglecting my back muscles and failing to incorporate exercises to build my posterior strength.

Once I began to focus on building my back, I noticed amazing results in my posture, balance, and overall strength. My back muscles were not only stronger, but I was pushing more weight for chest and legs as well. Compound exercises that use the entire body were much easier for me to perform. Speaking from experience, having a well-built back is extremely beneficial for exercising and overall body functionality and appearance.

For a beginning lifter, the most effective exercise I recommend is a seated cable row. For this exercise you will need access to a low-pull row machine. There are several bar variations that can be attached to this machine; typically, I use the close grip (V-bar) and the wide handle bar. The V-bar is a more neutral choice, using a regular grip with your palms facing toward each other. The wide grip bar focuses on the width of the back, and requires a grip with your hands facing toward your body. To perform a cable row, attach the bar of your choice to the seated row machine. Adjust an appropriate starting weight, and firmly grip the bar. This action is a seated exercise, and requires your back to remain straight with your shoulders pulled back through-

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out the set. As you get into starting position, slightly bend your knees, but do not lock them as you pull the handle to your stomach. Your arms should be pulled back until your torso is at a 90-degree angle with your legs, with your chest upright and back slightly arched. Keep your core tight and breathe as you repeat the pulling motion for the desired amount of repetitions.

It is important to remember to focus on squeezing your back muscles each time you pull the bar to your body. Incorporate a slight pause and slow extension for each repetition. Make sure you use your back to move the weight – do not lean forward and use momentum to swing back and forth.

If you find that it is difficult to keep your torso still on your pull, drop to a lower weight to maintain your form. Never sacrifice good form for more weight. You will benefit much more from good form on this exercise because you will be able to concentrate on squeezing your back.

I want to add a quick tip for repetition range. It is crucial to spend time lifting in both high and low repetition ranges for any exercise. The number of reps performed is based on individual goals and muscle development. I would perform a seated row in both high and low repetition ranges, alternating high and low weight. A high rep range would be considered 10 to 12 repetitions per set, and a low rep range would be between six and eight repetitions per set.

Spend time doing both ranges, alternating your weight each time you perform the exercise, and over time you will undoubtedly see strength and muscle development.

A low-seated row is another easy, effective exercise that should be incorporated into anyone’s back workout. Although you can’t easily stare at your back in the mirror every day, it is a muscle that is crucial for making the rest of your body look good, as well as improving total performance and movement. Row your way to posterior progress, get up and train!

Super seeds

Small seeds with big health benefits

Photos courtesy of AForestFrolic on flickr.com

MARIA SANTASIERI ’16 Hawk Staff

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h-ch-ch-chia! Trend alert: chia seeds are the new super-food that everyone is talking about. These tiny brown and black seeds come from a plant in the mint family. Why has everyone been talking about them? Chia seeds manage to pack essential nutrition that many diets generally lack for very few calories. In addition to being an excellent source of fiber, chia seeds are also high in iron, calcium, protein, magnesium, omega-3, and omega-6. Chia seeds also help to satiate the appetite, which helps keep you feeling full for a longer period of time.

However, chia seeds are not the only super-food gaining attention; a recent trend has developed that involves eating seeds as a means of gaining nutritional benefits not otherwise found in processed foods. Chia seeds, amongst others such as flax and sunflower seeds, are being used as additives to meals and drinks. Because of their size and lack of an overwhelming flavor, incorporating seeds into a daily diet is both an easy and optimal method of ensuring that you are getting a balanced diet.

Incorporating chia seeds into your day is very simple. If you are looking to add some protein to your breakfast, sprinkle chia seeds into your yogurt. Mixing chia seeds into pancakes and baked goods is an-

other easy and sneaky way to trick yourself into gaining the nutrition your body needs to flourish. Because chia seeds are small and flavorless, they are an ideal addition to batter that will not ruin the taste. Blending chia seeds into a green smoothie will add extra nutritional value to an already healthy drink. Chia seeds can also be used to top salads, soups, or pastas. There is truly an unlimited number of ways chia seeds can be incorporated into your daily life.

Due to the popularity of chia seeds, there are now many products out there that utilize the seeds in order to reap their benefits. New York Superfood’s Chia Peanut Butter is a two-ingredient blend of peanuts and chia seeds. Because of this combination, peanut butter, an already nutritious product, just got a whole lot healthier.

Drinking chia seeds may sound gross, but doing so is actually pretty tasty. Many people drink chia seeds as a pre-workout snack.

The brand, Drink Chia, contains only 50 calories in a 10-ounce serving. Looking for a gluten free, diary free, and soy free bar to snack on? Health Warrior Chia Bars are small squares that fulfill your sweet tooth craving and contain tons of fiber, protein, and omega-3.

Try something new this week and purchase a pack of chia seeds. They can be found at most major grocery stores and local food markets. You will hardly taste the seeds, but your body will feel the difference.

Breaking down the bean

All you need to know about what’s in your cup of joe

Photo courtesy Elias Mardini from Pixabay

FRANKI RUDNESKY ’18 Hawk Staff

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s the seasons change, so do the foods on our plates and the drinks in our cups. But regardless of the season, there is one drink that remains essential to the diets of people everywhere: coffee.

Whether it is frozen, iced, hot, Starbucks, Dunkin’ Donuts, or WaWa, coffee is something that Americans just cannot live without. In fact, a staggering 54 percent of peo-

ple over 18 in the United States drink coffee every single day. But how healthy is this nationwide addiction?

In the past, coffee has often gotten a bad reputation, and possibly for good reason. Research has reported that high intake of coffee can have negative long term effects, such as increased risk of high cholesterol, heart disease, and osteoporosis. It has also been proven that drinking coffee on an empty stomach stimulates hydrochloric acid [HCl] production, which is unhealthy, as HCl should only be produced in order to digest meals. The more often the body has to produce HCl in response to daily cups of coffee, the more trouble it may have producing enough HCl to digest proteins. Undigested protein is associated with health problems such as bloating, gas, diverticulitis, and even colon cancer.

Many of the compounds found in coffee, such as caffeine and certain acids from coffee beans, are known to irritate the stomach and lining of the small intestine.

The acidic effect that coffee can have on the stomach may contribute to the weakening of the stomach lining, which leads to ulcers. The irritation of the small intestine lining can lead to irritable bowel syndrome.

The caffeine in coffee can also relax the esophageal sphincter and therefore cause

acid reflux and heartburn.

Heavy coffee drinkers may also experience difficulty absorbing minerals in their diet, due to the fact that coffee can affect iron absorption in the stomach. It can inhibit the kidneys’ ability to absorb and retain zinc, magnesium, and other essential minerals. The potentially cancer-causing chemical acrylamide is known to form when coffee beans are roasted at high temperatures. The darker the roast, the more likely it is that acrylamide is present. Unfortunately, coffee has been proven to be one of the main sources of this dangerous chemical in American diets.

In light of these dark accusations against America’s favorite drink, there have also proven to be many benefits to drinking coffee. For instance, Harvard University recently did a study examining the relationship between coffee consumption and overall mortality. About 130,000 healthy men and women in their 40s and 50s were followed for between 18-24 years and their lifestyle habits were tracked, including their coffee consumption. The study found no relationship between coffee consumption and increased death from any cause, such as cancer or cardiovascular disease. In fact, people who regularly drank coffee actually had a reduced risk of death from cardiovas-

cular disease than those who barely drank coffee. This was even true for people who drank as many as six cups of coffee per day.

Recent research has found that coffee consumption may help prevent type 2 diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, liver cancer, and liver cirrhosis. Rob van Dam, Ph.D., assistant professor in the department of nutrition at the Harvard School of Public Health, even went so far as to say, “I think the evidence is good that for people in general—outside of a few populations, such as pregnant women, or people who have trouble controlling their blood pressure of blood sugar—coffee is one of the good, healthy beverage choices.”

There are many additional benefits to drinking coffee, such as the fact that Americans get more antioxidants from coffee than any other source, including fruits and vegetables. Studies have also proven that just the smell of coffee can reduce stress levels. Additionally, there have been studies showing that those who drink four or more cups of coffee are 10 percent less likely to be depressed than those who’ve never had coffee before. Clearly there are important pros and cons to be aware of when consuming coffee, but it doesn’t appear that America will lose interest in the caffeinated drink anytime soon.

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SJBrew Good people drink Flying Dog

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Hope’s country fresh cookies Cookies that are anything but cookie-cutter LAUREN CARROLL ’16 Hawk Staff Hope’s Cookies is the spot to go if you are craving an amazing dessert. Whether it is a cookie, some ice cream, or a combination of the two, Hope’s has just what you’re looking for. Hope’s Cookies is located in Rosemont, about a 15-minute drive from Saint Joseph’s University. The shop offers an assortment of treats: ice cream, frozen yogurt, custard, muffins, and of course, cookies. Hope’s delicious cookies can now be purchased at the Pennsylvania General Store in Reading Terminal Market as well.

The storefront of Hope’s in Rosemont is delightful—an aroma of sweetness greets customers upon entering the store. Hope’s is located in the same building as the pizza shop, Peace a Pizza, so you can get your pizza and dessert all in one place. Hope’s offers an assortment of cookies, each featuring a spin on traditional flavors: The Turtle Cookie, The Lemon Cooler, Caramel Pe-

can, White Russian, Double Fudge, M&M Delight, Chocolate Chip Walnut, Heath Bar Crunch, Snicker Doodle, Oatmeal Raisin, Hershey Mound, White Chocolate Cranberry, Hope’s Royale, Sugar Cookie, Triple Chocolate, and White Chocolate Macadamia Nut, just to name a few. They also have three seasonal flavors for the fall: Pumpkin, Harvest, and Ginger. A range of ice cream flavors is also available. Hope’s also makes the popular cookie sandwich; just choose two cookies and an ice cream flavor, and they’ll create a huge, delicious sandwich for you. Hope’s is known for its cookie sandwiches, as they are customizable and homemade, with an authentic flavor that is unparalleled by any other local ice cream shop.

The customer service and freshness of Hope’s products is unmatched. Their cookies taste like they just came out of the

oven—which makes sense, because they did. Every Hope’s cookie is baked naturally, with no additives. As stated on their website, “We use no chemicals, no artificial colors or flavors, and no preservatives.” This quality has certainly been rewarded; Hope’s Cookies has been voted Best of Philly six times by Philadelphia’s “Main Line Today” as well as “Philadelphia Magazine.”

Hope’s also allows customers to place orders online. You can have anything from a dozen to three dozen cookies shipped to you, or ready for pick-up in the store. Wish that you could have these cookies on hand at home? You’re in luck! Hope’s Cookies also sells containers of their delectable cookie dough so that their original recipe can be made at home. Are you hungry yet?

Make your day a little bit sweeter with a visit to Hope’s—you won’t be sorry.

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GARRETT MILEY ’15 Editor in Chief Continuing with the theme of flight, I chose to sample Flying Dog’s Raging Bitch.

Expanding the radius of craft breweries just a bit to include the D.C. Metropolitan area, Flying Dog Brewery is located in Frederick, Maryland. One of their most popular brews, Raging Bitch, is undoubtedly one of the strongest beers I’ve ever tasted.

It’s an added benefit that one of the brewery’s slogans features a quote from a personal hero of mine, the late, great Hunter S. Thompson: “Good people drink good beer.” This is, of course, part of the larger quote, “Good people drink good beer. Just look around any public barroom and you will see: Bad people drink bad beer. Think about it.”

Flying Dog’s Raging Bitch pours a beautiful dark red with a 1+ inch foam head that fills out a pint glass well. The alcohol by volume (ABV) is the first thing you notice on your tongue. This is one of the few beers that I found myself, at least briefly, distracted by the ABV flavor. At 8.3 percent ABV, Raging Bitch is not to be underestimated.

The flavor is strong and certainly not for the weak-hearted, but if you’re up for the challenge you’ll be rewarded.

As a Belgian IPA, Raging Bitch has a similar scent to Philadelphia Brewing Co.’s Walt Wit. It’s fruity, with grapefruit and other citrusy aromas. It has the bitterness of a true American IPA, but is met with the fruitiness and smooth finish of a Belgian Ale, making Raging Bitch a truly unique beverage.

The taste certainly stands out among its competitors. The sourness of the Belgian influence is enough to compliment the high-hoppy flavor and also has enough malty sweetness, very similar to last week’s Oktoberfish, to blend all of the distinct tastes together (after the initial ABV blast, of course).

Overall, Raging Bitch has one of the most unique flavors in the hybrid-IPA world. It is a must-try for those looking to get a buzz at happy hour, or to pair with a hearty meal. It’s a drinker’s drink.

Flying Dog’s Raging Bitch gets a perfect 5 out of 5.

Courtney’s corner COURTNEY NABUA ’17 Hawk Staff Campfire S’mores Ingredients: Graham crackers Chocolate Marshmallows Directions: 1. Microwave the chocolate for 8 seconds.

2. Microwave the marshmallows for 10 seconds.

3. Build the s’more as you would at a campfire and dive right in!

Banana Boat S’mores Ingredients:

Ripe Banana Nutella Peanut butter Marshmallows Directions: 1. Take the banana and peel one side completely off. You should now have half of the banana peel left on.

2. Cut the half-peeled banana in the middle to open it up like a hot dog bun.

3. Add the desired amount of Nutella and peanut butter to the middle of the banana.

4. Place a handful of marshmallows into a bowl or mug and microwave for 10 seconds.

5. Add the melted marshmallows on top of the Nutella and peanut butter.

Oreo S’mores Ingredients: Oreos Marshmallows Peanut butter Directions: 1. Take an Oreo and scrape out the cream.

2. Place peanut butter on each half of the Oreo.

3. Put one marshmallow in the microwave for 10 seconds and put on top of the peanut butter.

4. Put the Oreo back together and enjoy your Oreo S’more!

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DRESS TO IMPRESS

Internship and interview outfits for the unemployed

Photo courtesy of Robert Couse-Baker

MARY MARGARET EWENS ’17 Hawk Staff “What should I wear to my interview?” This can be a daunting question for those searching for a job or internship, especially when it comes to striking a balance between professional and fashionable. Trying to find conservative pieces while still hanging on to your last bit of stylish presence is almost impossible. This year, however, you’re not only going to totally ace that interview, but you’re also going to look trendy doing it with these tips on how to dress for success.

Although it may be corny, the saying “you only have one chance to make a great first impression” is very true, especially when it comes to landing a job. When you are attending an interview, it is important to dress in such a way that helps you stand out. Though work-appropriate attire often brings certain images to mind—bland pantsuit, sensible blazer, and flats—these pieces are not going to give you an edge over the competition. If you do wear a pantsuit, try adding a little spice by throwing on a printed blouse underneath, or keep it a bit more understated by adding a colorful scarf. If you’re more adventurous, try a pair of wide-legged, tan trousers, a white oxford, and a navy blazer. Finish the look with a pair of nude pumps and a colorful necklace or belt for a pop of color, and there you have it—a work appropriate look that shows off your fashionable side.

If dress pants don’t appeal to you, try a classy pencil skirt. A pencil skirt is always

work-appropriate, but it also shows off your figure and adds stylish appeal to any outfit. To mix things up a bit, try pairing a pencil skirt in a vibrant red or dark green with a white silk blouse, a navy blazer, and a nude pump. Your look is immediately taken from frumpy to fashion queen! If you want to add a bit more to the outfit, try a simple strand of pearls or a statement necklace and a pair of studs. Not only is this outfit internship-approved, but it helps you to stand out in a positive way, which is always the goal when going to an interview.

Skirts and pants are all well and good, but every girl needs a good dress. Try a simple wrap dress in a muted color, like black, tan, or red, paired with a pair of black heels and a strand of pearls; this look is work-appropriate with a timeless, classic style. Another option would be to pair an A-line dress in an interesting pattern with a pair of simple nude or black pumps and an understated cardigan. A printed dress shows your potential employer that you took the time to plan out something unique instead of just throwing on a pair of slacks and a blazer and blending in with everyone else.

It’s always important to remember that before going into an interview for a potential job, you must always look your best in order to feel your best. While some might argue that planning an outfit that stands out from the rest is time-consuming, in the end, your interviewer will definitely take notice. By dressing up otherwise lackluster work outfits and trying something that shows your personality, you naturally stand out from the crowd and dressing to impress.

Love it or leave it: Trends to keep and trends that are ‘so last season’ MARY MARGARET EWENS ’17 Hawk Staff Every year, multiple high fashion magazines publish what many consider to be the holy grail of fashion knowledge—the yearly trend report. From the most chic hairstyles to the most daring shoes, the reports feature outfits that seem like only celebrities could actually pull off. However, these trends can make their way from the runways of fashion week and into the closets of the everyday women. Let’s take a look at some of the ins and outs of this year’s fashion trends.

IN: Slip-on sneakers: One of my favorite parts of this year was the trend of the slip-on sneaker. While Givenchy was the first to popularize this shoe, many cheaper more accessible brands starting cutting their own

versions, making slip-on sneakers the “it” shoe for any and every woman. The awesome thing about this shoe is its versatility.

You can pair them with jeans for a classic look, or a skirt for an edgier style. The best part isn’t even the comfort – they’re like pillows for your feet – but the colors and textures they come in are amazing. It’s easy to wear them with just about anything. I love this comfy, cute trend, and I hope it’s here to stay.

Ponchos: Let’s be honest here, ponchos get a pretty bad rap for being unattractive and unfashionable. But ponchos, my friends, are making a big comeback in the most fashionable of ways. From the uber-chic monogramed ponchos at Burberry to black and white ponchos complete with fur hood

by Roberto Cavalli, it was clear the fashion world was loving the poncho at fashion week. It’s easy to throw on over leggings or jeans, with a fabulous pair of boots, or with a simple turtleneck or blouse. If you’re looking for a stylish poncho without the hefty price tag, Free People and Urban

Outfitters often have super-chic versions that won’t require you to break open your piggy bank.

OUT: The “wet hair” look: This trend, seen all over fashion week and in every show from Christopher Kane to Philip Lim, is one that every fashion magazine was touting as one of the “it” hairstyles of the year. However, I would assume most women in this world would rather not go out looking like a wet rat. When I get out of the shower and look in the mirror, my hair is, let’s just say, less than presentable to anyone but my dog. So let’s leave this trend for the fashion risk takers; plus, I love my hair dryer way too much to be a part of this trend, anyway.

Novelty prints: OK, this was a tough one.

I love a great print, and this year the fashion crowd was obsessed with them. But to

be honest, it may have gone a little too far.

From Mochino’s Jeremey Scott with his outrageous McDonalds and SpongeBob themed outfits that seemed to be more appropriate for a costume party than a jaunt in the city, to French brand Au Jour le Jour models sporting fruit, lip, and sushi printed ensembles, fashion week’s novelty prints seemed more fit for a four-year-old dress up party than high fashion pieces that everyday women could wear. But, alas, while fashion is an art, some pieces are solely meant to portray the designer’s inner self and creativity. But that doesn’t mean you’ll see me strutting my stuff in a SpongeBob dress any time soon.

Now go out into the world, fashion mavens, and show off the best and brightest fashion has to offer for 2014!

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Clooney puts a ring on it

World’s most eligible bachelor ties the knot

Photo courtesy of Ed Van-West Garcia

HALEY FISCHER ’17 Hawk Staff

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orry girls, your favorite “silver fox” is officially off the market.

Hollywood’s finest bachelor has finally decided to settle down, and he could not have picked a better lady to wed. George Clooney, the 53-year-old “Ocean’s” series star, has landed himself a woman who is not only beautiful, but also extremely intelligent. Amal Alamuddin, a highly successful lawyer from London, wedded Clooney this past weekend in Venice, Italy on Sept. 27. The lavish yet elegant ceremony was held at Italy’s famous Aman Canal Grande Venice, where the two exchanged vows surrounded by close family and friends.

On the day of the wedding, as guests began to arrive to the intimate ceremony at the five-star hotel, Clooney was looking dapper in Giorgio Armani. The new Mrs. Clooney was rumored to be wearing a dress designed by Stella McCartney, but surprised guests by bearing a simple, custom-made, lace gown by Oscar de la Renta.

There was no doubt Alamuddin would look stunning on her big day, and the cover of People Magazine’s most recent issue agreed, depicting the essence of the newlyweds’ happiness.

Both Clooney and Alamuddin’s parents were in attendance and joined in on all of the Italian excursions that led up to the day of the nuptials. The day after the wedding, the newly married couple was seen bumming around Italy, waving to fans and enjoying their last few days before jetting off on their honeymoon, which is rumored to be on the coast of the Seychelles. It was during this time that the world became aware of Alamuddin’s impeccable taste in fashion. The barrister’s wedding weekend wardrobe portrayed the look of a happy bride, modeling bright and fun colors.

Aside from family, many close friends of the couple traveled across the world to show the newlyweds their love and support.

Rande Gerber, an owner of multiple cocktail lounges in L.A., served as Clooney’s best man during the ceremony. Gerber and Clooney have known each other for over 20 years and are often spotted vacation-

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ing together in Mexico, where they own adjoining houses. They also jointly own a tequila company, Casamigos. In fact, Gerber shipped a large supply of their famous tequila to keep the guests merry and bright at Clooney’s reception. I think it is safe to say that Gerber was very deserving of the position of George Clooney’s best man.

Other celebrities at the wedding included Matt Damon and his wife Luciana Barroso. Damon and Clooney first met on the set of “Ocean’s Eleven,” which will turn 13 this year. In addition to Damon, John Krasinski was also in attendance, along with wife, Emily Blunt. Krasinski and Clooney starred together in the 2008 movie “Leatherheads,” a film about a struggling American football team, which was directed by Clooney as well.

It seems that Clooney has surpassed his reputation as a bachelor, landing a wife that is sure to be the envy of women everywhere. Although everyone has been eagerly awaiting the day when Hollywood’s most eligible bachelor would find his perfect match, the Clooney wedding isn’t the only ceremony that has everyone talking.

Towards the end of the summer, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt finally decided to tie the knot after dating for almost a decade.

Pitt wasn’t seen as a bachelor because of his committed relationship to Jolie and the family they had built together, but a few years ago the couple opened up and said they would not get married until marriage was legal for everyone. They surprised their fans by tying the knot on Aug. 23 at their French estate, where Jolie wore a dress inscribed with her children’s artwork.

Outside of Hollywood, marriage seems to be an institution that is somewhat expected of most people. However, it is easy to find celebrities in Hollywood who have not yet settled down with a life partner. Many celebrities become divorced and re-marry, but some, such as Liam Hemsworth, Usher, and Sam Smith, are still considered some of Hollywood’s most eligible bachelors.

With two of Hollywood’s bachelors tying the knot, one can only hope that there will be more elegant Hollywood weddings to come.

Lyric therapy

Music meets depth at the first northeast Self Help Festival

Photo by Michael Bergamini ’16

MICHAEL BERGAMINI ’16 Hawk Staff

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n Oct. 4, fans of metalcore and pop punk music gathered at The Festival Pier at Penn’s Landing for the Self Help Festival. The second edition of this festival had the same aim as the first—fo-

cusing on helping fans that suffer from depression or any type of suicidal tendency.

This festival was started by a band called A Day to Remember from Ocala, Florida, who created the entire festival for their fans, many of whom were going through difficult times. The debut of the Self Help Festival was in San Bernardino, California, and after a successful reception, the band decided to bring the festival to Philadelphia. A Day to Remember is currently on the Parks & Devastation tour with Bring Me the Horizon, Motionless in White, and Chiodos, as well as The Wonder Years, August Burns Red, The Story So Far, Crown the Empire, Gnarwolves, and Cruel Hands.

A few days before the show, all the bands in the lineup used social media outlets to announce to the world that the festival was sold out. All 6,500 tickets were purchased, and all the bands involved were elated. The massive show featured two stages, and the lineup for the main stage was packed with great performances.

Chiodos opened the show and played a half hour set, followed by The Story So Far and Motionless in White. Jeremy McK-

innon, lead singer of A Day to Remember, sat side stage for these early performances.

All three bands thanked A Day to Remember for giving them the opportunity to perform on such a noteworthy stage for such a great cause. On stage, Motionless in White embodied the spirit of Halloween with eccentric and near-frightening black and white body paint, face piercings, tattoos, and brightly colored contacts. Lead singer Chris Motionless stressed the bigger picture in the context of depression and other mental diseases.

“We are the outcast of this festival,” Motionless said, “but outside of this venue, we are all the outcasts.”

Next to perform was The Wonder Years, who always put on a fantastic show.

The band is from South Philly, and playing in their hometown brought them a higher level of energy. They continued to thank A Day to Remember for organizing such a philanthropic festival, which encourages people to care for themselves. Their hourlong set was followed by British metal band Bring Me the Horizon. With this band’s introduction, the show underwent a massive set change. Bring Me the Horizon’s set including songs from their most recent

2013 release, “Sempiternal,” which won the Alternative Press and Kerrang! Award for best album of 2013. Their music exquisitely combines metal and electronic genres and got the crowd excited for the main act.

Around 9:45 p.m., the lights dimmed and A Day to Remember took the stage.

Since it was their festival, their set had some crowd favorites as well as throwback songs from older albums. Songs from A Day to Remember’s most recent release, “Common Courtesy,” such as “Sometimes You’re the Hammer, Sometimes You’re the Nail” and “The Document Speaks for Itself ” make for a fantastic live performance. At several points during the show, McKinnon came into the circle pits then crowd surfed back to the stage, and even ran above the crowd inside a hamster ball. Unfortunately, because of production issues, the last song, “The Plot to Bomb the Panhandle,” had to be cut because the city of Philadelphia threatened to shut down the show. Luckily, this did not detract from the festival in the least.

The Self Help Festival will return to California in 2015, but make sure to check out these bands when they are back in town!

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A look into Paramount’s new film ‘Men, Women, and Children’ & breakout star Kaitlyn Dever KAREN FUNARO ’16 Lifestyle Editor

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Discover how little you know about the people you know.” This is the line that appears in the trailer for the new film “Men, Women, and Children,” which hit select theaters Oct. 1, and premieres everywhere starting Oct. 17.

Directed by Jason Reitman and based on the novel

by Chad Kultgam, the film explores the ways in which the Internet effects personal relationships. Following the lives of various teenagers and adults, the film highlights the interactions these people have with one another and displays how different mediums of technology play a part in their everyday lives. Starring Adam Sandler, Jennifer Garner, Ansel Elgort, Dean Norris, and Kaitlyn Dever, the film focuses on the personal battles of each of character in the movie that those around them are unaware of, seamlessly relating to the sentiment expressed in the trailer—thinking we know everything about those we are closest to, but how much we really are unaware of in reality.

The film explores several serious topics such as marital issues, anorexia, suicide, sexual frustration, parental control, and many more. “Men, Women, and Children” challenges the social norms of the Internet by examining how different people interact online and how these interactions affect their decisions.

One of the main characters in the film is a young girl named Brandy. Played by up-and-coming actress Kaitlyn Dever, Brandy’s story is one of the most prominent in the film. Brandy is a teenager whose mother, played

by Jennifer Garner, controls every aspect of her social and personal life. Brandy feels suffocated by her mother’s overprotective tendencies.

I was fortunate enough to have a conversation with 17-year-old Dever, in which she revealed what it was like to work on the film, her acting career, and her opinions on the film itself as well as shed some light on her own personal connection to her character. Though “Men, Women, and Children” may send Dever skyrocketing to fame, the teenager is staying grounded.

“I feel so lucky in so many ways [to receive roles like this at such a young age], but I don’t like to think of myself as a breakout star,” said Dever. “ I’m just doing what I love, you know?...I love doing the roles that I do, and I’ve been so lucky to have been chosen for these movies and I work very, very hard for them.”

With such a heavy plot line, critics of the film have deemed the director of “Men, Women, and Children” as trying to express a hatred of social media. Dever responded to these accusations.

“I don’t think Jason wanted to show that social me-

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dia was a bad thing,” Dever said. “I think he definitely just wanted to tell a true and honest story about what’s going on in the world right now, and how humans are connecting with each other, and how they’re connecting with each other online. I think he just wanted to show a true story of the world in present day. I don’t think he was trying to say Internet was a good thing or the Internet was a bad thing. He’s just telling stories and these different characters say so much about everybody in this world.”

Dever also described what it was like working with such distinguished actors and actresses.

“It’s so cool that I have been able to work with the actors and actresses I have worked with…working with older, established actors, I learned so much from them because they’ve been in it for so long and they’re so professional…I just learned so much from everyone just in the way they acted on set and how they treated other people or how they literally acted in a scene,” sad Dever.

In addition to having a cast of talented and seasoned actors, “Men, Women, and Children” also has a message that Dever believes is significant to our society.

“There’s so many different people in this movie.

There’s a girl who has her pictures online, and then there’s another girl who’s always texting in the movie…

I just feel like it [the Internet] is affecting the use right now, but [it’s] also this generation of teenagers, they’re growing up with it.”

Acting in the film also caused Dever to think more critically about social media usage in general.

“I think we’re just all trying to figure out what we’re doing with it,” said Dever, “and even adults, too. It’s kind of new for adults as well, but I think social media is at its height right now and maybe we’re just trying to figure out what to do with it.”

“Men, Women, and Children” is certainly a must-see for young people who are interested in the impact that social media is currently having on our generation, and Dever’s character is one of many that make the film the captivating and meaningful story that it is. This movie will certainly having people talking about her standout performance. Dever, however, isn’t letting it go to her head.

“I mean I’d love to just keep doing what I’m doing right now,” said Dever, “and just doing more drama roles. I want to stick to more films, and just find really great scripts and really great characters that I want to do and that would be different and challenging.”

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Over/Under with Christine Wolf ANTHONY PANVINI ’16 Assistant Sports Editor Meet Christine Wolf, ’16, one of Saint Joseph’s University’s coolest and funniest business students. An accounting and business intelligence double major, Wolf is the captain of club field hockey, a member of the Alpha Phi fraternity, a STARS scholar, and a working tax assistant for the Veteran Income Tax Assistants (VITA). The Hawk was lucky enough to sit down with Wolf to learn why Ziploc bags and milk are underrated, and why you should cool it on the perfume.

Binders

Traffic cones

Headbands

Pop-tarts

This/That

“Binders are underrated because nobody really uses them anymore; everyone just uses notebooks but, like, I feel like it’s so much easier because you can always just take out the papers and put them back in. With books, you have to keep the paper out.”

“Underrated; you can use them as blow-horns and microphones and you can also use them to save parking spots. There is someone on my street that does that. It’s like magic, because nobody even touches it, because you don’t know if it’s real or not. It’s magic.”

“Headbands are underrated; they’re great because they keep your hair out of your face, and they are also a stylish accessory that you can wear for your outfit.

I prefer the pretty ones, but I don’t really wear them because they always fall off your head.”

“Pop-Tarts are overrated. They only have a couple good flavors, like brown sugar cinnamon.

Other than that, they are way too overwhelming. They don’t fill you up.”

Blinds/Shades – “Blinds.”

Hunting

Plungers

Dogs

Typewriters

“Overrated, like Bambi. You just can’t kill the deer.”

“Overrated; I’ve never used one before. Just call someone.”

“Underrated. Dogs are awesome.

That’s all I have to say.”

“Underrated; they are really cool, but nobody uses them.”

TV remotes

Turtles

Fall break

Turning 21

“Overrated; they stink because you can never find them and then sometimes they don’t work.

You’ve got to replace the batteries all the time.”

“Turtles? Underrated, they are awesome. They are like, slow, but also, they can be really fast. They can hide in their shell and you don’t even know if it’s there.”

“Overrated; we only get two days, Villanova gets a whole week. It’s like enough to take a break, but not enough to go somewhere fun.”

“I would say it’s probably underrated, because I just turned 20 and it really sucks. So, I’m still waiting.”

Walking/Driving – “Driving, because walking is a lot of effort.”

Flip flops/Boots – “Flip flops, because I like the flexibility. You’re just out in the open; you’re not contained. Can’t be tamed.”

Baseball hats/Visors – “I want to say visors, but I really like baseball hats.”

Peanut butter/Jelly – “Peanut butter, because I feel like you can put it on more stuff and it goes better with everything.”

Cash/Debit Card – “Cash. Just in case.”

Diet Coke/Regular Coke – “Regular Coke. Diet Coke sucks.”

Cake/Pie – “Cake, because I just like the texture better.”

Milk

Diet soda

Ziploc bags

Watches

“Overrated. I don’t think they do a good job anymore. They used to have all of those milk campaigns but now people are just over it.”

“Overrated. Diet Coke sucks; it’s so bad for you – all of those filler chemicals. If you’re going to drink soda, you might as well just go for the full soda.”

“Underrated; they can be used for so many things, like snacks. And if you ever need an icepack, you can just throw some ice in there – save it for later.”

“I think they are underrated, because sometimes you can’t find your cell phone in time, and if you want to be discrete, you can look at your watch. A cell phone implies, like, ‘I’m bored, I’m going to check the phone’-type thing.”

Pokémon

Perfume

Pumpkins

St. Joe’s parties

“Pokémon is definitely underrated because Pokémon is awesome.

I used to have so many cards, but my dad threw them out.

Pokémons were awesome; they could be like your best friends.”

“Perfume is overrated. People wear too much of it and it’s overwhelming, like sometimes I don’t want to smell you like that.”

“Pumpkins are overrated because they are for Halloween and stuff, but then people just buy them way too early and it just defeats the purpose.”

“Underrated. People don’t think of us as being fun, but there are a lot of fun things to do here. Gotta know the right people.”

Water balloons/ Regular balloons – “Water balloons to throw at people.”

Chunky/Smooth peanut butter– “Smooth. I don’t know why they make chunky; it’s gross. I guess people like the texture, but if I am eating a PB&J, I don’t want there to be these big chunks, I just want it to be smooth.”

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Back on track: Eagles’ running game propels team to victory

Eagles’ wide receiver Riley Cooper had 4 catches for 33 yards and a touchdown against the Rams Photo courtesy of Matthew Straubmuller

NATE VANCIL ’16 Sports Editor

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fter a disappointing loss last week in San Francisco, the Eagles got back on track on Sunday with an impressive victory over the St. Louis

Rams, winning 34-28. Although the final score seems to indicate a close game, up until the fourth quarter, the game was anything but close.

Philadelphia came out of the gate hot with a blocked punt returned for a touchdown. The Rams went three-and-out with three consecutive incomplete passes by fill-

in quarterback Austin Davis. The Rams’ punt was blocked and returned by Chris Maragos. After that early score, the Eagles continued to put the pressure on in the first quarter with two impressive drives that led to short field goals for rookie kicker Cody Parkey of 26 and 27 yards, respectively, giving the Eagles a 13-0 lead after the first quarter.

St. Louis dominated the majority of the second quarter after two turnovers for the Eagles. LeSean McCoy fumbled after catching a pass from Nick Foles early in the second, and later, Foles threw a sloppy interception that was intended deep for Jeremy Maclin. Luckily for Philadelphia, the Rams were unable to capitalize on the first turnover due to a fumble of their own.

However, the Eagles weren’t so lucky the second time around after Foles threw that costly pick.

The Rams put together an almost seven-minute drive that lead to an eight-yard touchdown from Davis to Brian Quick to cut the deficit to 13-7 with 3:23 left in the half. Although there was not much time left for Philly to put more points on the board, Foles led the birds down the field 80 yards in a mere 2:53 to connect with Riley Cooper for a nine-yard score with just 34 seconds left.

Philadelphia continued to score early in the third quarter with another special teams score. This time around, it was Cedric Thornton with a fumble recovery in the end zone that extended the Eagles’ lead to 27-7. Later in the quarter, Rams’ running back Zac Stacy fumbled the ball and was recovered for a 40-yard run by Cedric Thornton for his second fumble recovery of the game. Two plays later, Foles connected with Maclin once again for a 24-yard touchdown reception.

As the scoring gap became more pronounced, many expected St. Louis to lose hope. But that’s not what the Rams were thinking. On their ensuing possession, the Rams went 79 yards in a little over two minutes for a touchdown that cut the Eagles’ lead to 34-14 just before the end of the third quarter.

Foles fumbled the ball on the Eagles’ next possession, and Davis led the Rams to another touchdown after connecting with Kenny Britt for 30 yards. The Eagles then had an impotent drive, and the Rams tacked on another seven points with another two-minute drive that ended with a touchdown from Davis to Quick. At this point, the Rams had scored 21 unanswered points and showed no signs of slowing down. The Eagles received the ball with

4:41 left, and were only able to hold possession for three minutes, then had to punt the ball back to the Rams with 1:58 remaining.

Although the Eagles’ defense had been sputtering for the last quarter or so, they put together an impressive performance in the last two minutes and held the Rams off for a heart-pounding 34-28 victory.

As everyone who was watching knows, this game should not have been anywhere near as close as it was. Rams’ replacement quarterback, Austin Davis, had an outstanding performance in the second half, finishing the game going 29/49 for 375 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions. However, two costly fumbles hurt the Rams throughout the game. The Rams’ rushing attack was spread out between a tandem of backs, Zac Stacy and Benjamin Cunningham. All in all, the Rams finished the day with 23 carries for a total of 125 rushing yards.

Yes, the Eagles almost squandered what seemed to be an insurmountable lead, but there were a variety of positive takeaways from this performance. First of all, the Eagles got off to an early lead in the first half. Philly’s habit of falling behind early in their games so far this season just may have been broken.

Another issue the Eagles have been struggling with lately is their rushing game. After the way McCoy ran on Sunday, it seems as though he may have ended some of the speculation. McCoy had 24 carries for 81 yards, and Darren Sproles had seven carries and 51 yards. The Eagles had a much more consistent and explosive running game against the Rams, and this should give Philly fans some confidence.

Foles had an interesting performance on Sunday against the Rams. He went 2437 for a mere 207 yards with two touchdowns, one interception, and a fumble lost.

While his numbers may seem mediocre – particularly the two costly turnovers – Foles did a good job of helping the Eagles move the ball down the field and he let the running back tandem of McCoy and Sproles handle the rest. The Rams aren’t the most formidable opponent, so if the Eagles look to defeat the best teams in the league, they’ll need Foles to perform like an elite quarterback.

The Eagles are now 4-1 and first in the NFC East so far this season, an impressive feat for Philadelphia. The Eagles will host the division rival New York Giants next Sunday at 8:30 p.m., and the way both of these teams have been playing lately, expect an exhilarating performance from both squads.

Men’s rowing team kicks off season MATT MIZANIN ’18 Hawk Staff The men’s rowing team will open their 2014 fall season on Oct. 11 at the Navy Day Regatta. The Navy Day Regatta is an allday rowing event hosted by Saint Joseph’s University. The event will take place on the Schuylkill River, beginning at 8 a.m. and ending at 4:30 p.m.

Over the years, the regatta has had continued success and growth. Last year, the event had its largest attendance yet, with over 650 entries from 90 colleges, high schools, and clubs.

While the regatta has continued to

grow, Head Coach Mike Irwin expects his team to grow as well. After losing only two seniors last year, most of the team’s core remains intact, and with the addition of some talented freshman, it is no surprise that the expectations have risen.

“I certainly expect, and the athletes expect, this to be a much better year for the program,” said Irwin. “I say this because we are a very young group, but we are a little bit older and a little bit deeper than past years. We now have that experience that we have been looking for the past couple years, so I’d say the expectations are high.”

After an offseason of hard work, the upcoming Navy Day Regatta will certainly

be a beneficial experience for the Hawks.

They will compete in three-mile head style races, which means that the boats will be racing against the clock rather than racing in a head-to-head sprint. The head style races aren’t typically how the team will compete for the spring season, but Irwin welcomes the challenge.

“The goal is to develop more endurance and fitness in the fall, so it can get us ready for the shorter sprints in the spring,” said Irwin. “It’s a chance for our guys to shake some of the rust off and see where their training and physiology are at. It’s also a good chance to get ready for some of the bigger races that are coming up in

the spring.”

The Navy Day Regatta is an all-day event, but the Hawks’ races will take place at 9:10 a.m. (College 4+), 10:10 a.m.

(Freshman/Novice 8+), 10:35 a.m. (College JV8+), 12:40 p.m. (College/Open 8+), and 2:05 p.m. (Alumni 8+).

For those who have never seen live rowing, the Navy Day Regatta is a great opportunity to experience the event for the first time. There is nothing like sitting in the grandstands on a nice cool day while rooting on the Hawks as they cross the finish line.

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Freshman phenom: Goalkeeper Bobby Edwards leads Hawks to impressive start

Goalkeeper Bobby Edwards interacting kids before the game.

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ANTHONY PANVINI ’16 Assistant Sports Editor

he Saint Joseph’s University men’s soccer team added a key component to their team this offseason with freshman goalkeeper Bobby Edwards. Edwards is from Parsippany, NJ, where he attended St. Benedict’s Prep. During his time at St. Benedicts, Edwards helped the team win back-to-back National Championships in 2011 and 2012. He was a 2013 Star-Ledger All-Prep First Team selection. After his high school career, however, Edwards was faced with a decision: where to play soccer in college. With offers from a number

Photo by Kaitlin Neinstedt ’17

colleges, including the University of Massachusetts – Lowell, Canisius College, and the Univeristy of Rhode Island, just to name a few, Edwards was not initially sure where he wanted to go.

“I wouldn’t say I knew right away, but once I took my visit to each school that was recruiting me, I sat down and I knew then that this was the place I wanted to be,” Edwards said. “Once I got exposure of Hawk Hill and what SJU is all about, I knew that this was going to be my home.”

The 6 foot 6 inch goalkeeper wasted no time in continuing his soccer success here at St. Joe’s. He was named the Atlantic 10 Conference Co-Rookie and Philadelphia

Soccer Six Rookie of the Week for the first league honor of his collegiate career during the week of Sept. 22.

On Sept. 24, the Hawks hosted Siena, and Edwards blocked three first-half shots that eventually lead to a 1-0 win for the Hawks. Just three days later, Edwards continued his high level of play, making a career high six saves in a 0-0 double overtime tie against NJIT. As far as he was concerned, Edwards can’t congratulate only himself for his successes.

“As far as my performance, I owe that all to my back line: Tom Brooks, Jake Nelson, Brandon Stevis, and Tim Lazorko. They’ve been absolutely unbeatable in the back line.

Our team together is blending well. We are really playing off of each other well and we have good team chemistry,” said Edwards.

While Edwards admitted that the transition from playing high school to college soccer is somewhat tough, he credited his high school for preparing him well to be able to play at the next level. Two of the factors that Edwards had to adjust to were the pace of play and the physicality of soccer at the college level.

“It’s tough, but the high school that I came from plays the game really well,” Edwards said. “It’s a very elite soccer school— they have eight national championships, which was a plus to be a part of two of them—so the level of soccer wasn’t that much of an adjustment, but just the speed of play and the physicality of playing with college kids, you know, kids who are up to 23 years old, was probably the biggest ad-

justment for me.”

Another aspect of Edwards’ game that he had to further develop was his mental toughness. He explained that being mentally tough is just as important as being tough physically in collegiate play.

“Coming from a school where winning was the norm…here it’s tough…we’ve had a few bumps, but you just have to keep your head; if you don’t, you can get punished,” Edwards said. “When we get scored on, we just have to keep our head above us and continue on with that mental toughness.”

Edwards acknowledged that he has not done this alone, and he credits the coaching staff with significantly helping him improve his game in the transition from high school to college.

“They’ve [the coaches] been great,” said Edwards. “They’ve talked to me privately, they always made sure that I was there— you know, I had a few rough days in preseason. They are always there to make sure that I know that I belong on this team and that I am able to do it. They push me and help me keep my mindset.”

All in all, Edwards is enjoying his time on Hawk Hill, both on and off the field. Edwards is not the only one enjoying himself playing on the men’s soccer team; the fans at St. Joe’s are equally as happy due to the quality of play Edwards is providing as goalie.

“I love the school,” said Edwards. “The campus is beautiful, the people here are amazing, and I love the team. We usually always get a good turnout at the games. I love it; it’s awesome.”

Lax gives back: Men’s lacrosse team engages in community outreach ANTHONY PANVINI ’16 Assistant Sports Editor The last weekend in September was significant for the Saint Joseph’s University men’s lacrosse team. The team hosted and participated in a number of events to interact with and give back to the community.

On Sep. 26, the team hosted a free lacrosse clinic for players between the ages of 6 and 17. The clinic gave the people of the community an opportunity to interact with the players and coaches from a different perspective than just watching the games from the stands. Although this was the first year that the team hosted a free clinic, the players and Head Coach Taylor Wray were happy with the results.

Junior attack Ryan McGee explained that the team is grateful for the opportunity that they have been given to play lacrosse at St. Joe’s and enjoy giving back to the community, whether through lacrosse or in other ways.

“We all feel really lucky to about the opportunities we’ve had with lacrosse at St. Joe’s, and anything we can do to give back to the lacrosse community, by running a free clinic and giving back to the St. Joes community by going on a run and raising some money for the Kinney Center” said McGee. “We feel like it’s a great opportunity to have to be able to give back in those ways.”

After the fun and games, the players suited up and played an intersquad scrimmage. Both McGee and Wray were pleased with the way that the scrimmage turned out.

“We were really pleased with the way it went,” said McGee. “It was very competitive; we got up and down the field and really got to compete against one another. We had really good outings from a lot of guys. A

bunch of new players—freshmen—played really well and showed that they are going to be tremendous impact players for us this year and years to come.”

Overall, Wray was also pleased with the way his team looks as they prepare to begin their season. He was happy with the effort they put forth, although he believes they still have some work to do.

“I liked what I saw,” Wray said. “We played at a really good pace, which is one of the things we’ve been emphasizing this fall…Any time it’s the fall, things are a little sloppy—you’ve only got the bare bones of your systems in, and guys are still trying to figure each other out, so it can be sloppy at times but I was pleased with the energy, effort, and pace. But our execution can certainly get a little bit better.”

The very next day, the Hawks participated in the Kinney Center Run/Walk for Autism—something that McGee helped Wray organize and set up. Every member of the team participated, and the Hawks raised over $1,800, leading all other student organizations.

“It serves two purposes,” McGee explained. “One is that we love doing this stuff because it’s a great team-bonding event that lets us spend time together outside of actually playing lacrosse. But we also enjoy doing it because we love to give back to the community.”

The Hawks concluded the weekend with a banquet on Sunday night honoring the team from last season. At the banquet, McGee was put in the spotlight when he received Outstanding Offensive Performer and Overall Outstanding Performer of the season.

This season, the Hawks have a good amount of freshman players joining the team—17 total. Having events that give

Men’s Lacrosse team and coach Taylor Wray on the sideline

back to the community can be beneficial to the team in that it gives them an opportunity to get to know their coaches and fellow teammates outside of the lacrosse environment. It allows all the players to become familiar with the coaches and build better team chemistry.

“Anytime you get time to spend with the coaching staff in non-lacrosse situations is a great way to get to know them better and understand what is important to them outside lacrosse,” McGee said. “It really does provide us with an opportunity to bond and come together for a common cause that isn’t lacrosse. I definitely think those events help us come together as a team and puts our coaching staff in a much more personal environment.”

Wray felt the same way.

“It’s definitely a different environment when you have the opportunity to work with the guys in a non-competitive envi-

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ronment,” Wray said. “We think it’s a great team building experience—the relationships that you build in that environment certainly bring you closer together. It’s great to be able to do something positive as a group.”

Despite the fact that there are a large number of new players on the team, Wray is still pushing his team to make another run at the championship.

“We have new players, but I think our goal is to win the NEC championship.

That’s going to be our goal every year moving forward,” said Wray. “This is our deepest and most talented team that we’ve had in the time that I’ve been here. That’s our goal. A lot has to happen in order for us to get there, but we feel great about the start that we’ve had.”

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Hagan Arena installs new video scoreboard

The new scoreboard in Hagan Arena. Photo by Weiyi (Dawn) Cai ’15

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NATE VANCIL ’16 Sports Editor

agan Arena has once again been improved, this time with a brand new video scoreboard courtesy of Saint Joseph’s University alumnus Michael J. Hagan, ’85. This new scoreboard was added to enhance the experience of not only basketball games, but all other campus events that take place inside of Hagan Arena. Don DiJulia, vice president for athletics, believes that this new video board will be a tremendous asset for Hagan Arena.

“We love the board, we think it’s an added feature to the whole renovation plan of Hagan Arena,” said DiJulia, “and we think it’ll give us more flexibility and provide more information in a more colorful way to advance the fan experience.”

The new video board, measured at approximately seven feet by 12.5 feet, was designed, created, and installed by Daktronics. While the video board will improve the arena from an aesthetic perspective, DiJulia

also believes the new addition to Hagan will be extremely practical as well.

“You can do almost anything you want,” DiJulia said. “You can program either live or static information, static meaning if you want color profiles of players or anyone else, or you can do live programming of different features of things going on in or around basketball or athletics. For example, when the doors open an hour before the game, envision the board being on, and maybe there’s an update of what’s going on in athletics this past week or other upcoming activities.”

According to DiJulia, this won’t be the last addition to Hagan Arena in the near future. Over the course of the next few of years, DiJulia says there are a variety of other new additions that are planned for Hagan.

“I think it’s one of the last key features to add to the whole fan experience and complete it’s [the arena’s] more modern look.

Still to be done within a couple of years, we hope to have video boards in the end zones.

Each year we have had something planned,

and so in another couple of years we’d like to have those.”

The new board has just been installed in the past few days, but DiJulia is confident that the players, coaches, personnel, and fans will all enjoy the video board. Although this new video board may be used primarily for athletic events, there are a variety of other campus activities that could be enhanced by the board as well.

“Video boards in the end zones could aid in non-athletic events that are in Hagan Arena,” DiJulia said. “Say if there was a student orientation or a commencement-like activity where people wouldn’t need to look up you, [but] could look straight ahead if that’s the way the arena was configured.”

DiJulia also discussed the logistics of configuring the board’s more complex technology.

“They haven’t seen it functioning yet, it was just installed. Extensive training has taken place Wednesday and Thursday this past week, and then we’ll be meeting now after the training with all of our teams. It’s

broken down into two categories, the operations team and the content team, so we’ll be putting together the teams and make sure we have a primary manager for those areas … so we can see how to script from one hour before the game to completion to decide what we want to show when. For example, do you show a foul shot on the video when someone’s taking it or not? Is that distracting or is it not distracting?”

Overall, for Hagan Arena, the new video board is seen as a major improvement over all other previous game-day experiences. Besides just making the arena look better in an aesthetic aspect, DiJulia also believes that the video board will be able to improve the fans’ game-day experience.

“It’s enhancing the program’s look and feel, aiding the fan experience … I think it’ll definitely be an asset in being able to personally reach people instead of showing words on a screen as you would with the digital; now you can speak to and communicate with people in a new way. So I think it’ll be accepted in a positive way.”

Out for Ndao: Senior forward to miss season NATE VANCIL ’16 Sports Editor Saint Joseph’s University’s men’s basketball senior leader Papa Ndao will miss the 2014-2015 campaign due to medical reasons.

The 6 foot 8 inch forward, originally from Dakar, Senegal, is just one of three seniors on the Hawks’ squad this season.

Although he may not be able to play for the team, Head Coach Phil Martelli believes that Ndao will still play a significant role.

“Papa’s well-being is our primary concern,” said Martelli. “While I am disappointed that Papa won’t be with us physically, I expect him to play a significant role as a team leader.”

Over the course of his three seasons on Hawk Hill, Ndao has played in a total of 85 games for the Hawks and garnered 8 starts.

During the 2013-2014 campaign, Ndao participated in 31 games while making two starts. He averaged 11.6 minutes per game as well as 2.5 points and 1.3 rebounds per game while managing to shoot over 43 percent from the field. Ndao also impressed on Hawk Hill with his shooting, going 1742 (40.5 percent) from behind the arc and 12-13 (92.3 percent) from the charity stripe.

The loss of Ndao for the season is a huge blow to the Hawks. Ndao has given solid bench minutes for the team over the past three seasons, and without his consistency and leadership on the court, the Hawks

will be looking for other players to step up and play a more integral role in helping the squad move forward.

In the absence of Ndao, the first player in line to adopt a larger role will be junior Isaiah Miles. With similar size as Ndao, Miles could be used to fill some of the void of Ndao’s absence. Miles played in 28 games last season off the bench, and averaged 3.0 points and 1.7 rebounds on 39.1 percent shooting from the field in 9.3 minutes per game. Miles and Ndao saw similar playing time last season, but with Ndao out, Miles will have to pick up some of the slack.

While the veteran bench players may have to eat up some of Ndao’s minutes, this could also create the possibility of the incoming freshman class seeing extended playing time. Freshmen like James Demery and Markell Lodge could see more time at forward with Ndao out and become more experienced in the process.

Lodge, the 6 foot 7 inch forward from Washington, NC, averaged 18.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 3.0 blocks per game throughout his high school career at Pace Academy.

Demery is a 6 foot 6 inch forward from Charlotte, NC. Averaging 18.0 points and 5.0 rebounds per game during his high school career at Northside Christian Academy, Demery could also be a reliable substitute for Ndao as a forward for the Hawks.

Demery is a proven scorer at the high school level and could continue to improve if he’s allotted extra playing time.

The loss of Papa Ndao for the Hawks is devastating and disappointing, but it allows other veterans to stand up and take a larger leadership role as well as offers extended

playing time to the younger players.

The Hawks, the reigning Atlantic-10 champions, began practice for the upcoming 2014-2015 season on Oct. 4.

Ndao (left) pictured against Rhode Island last season in Michael J. Hagan Arena.

Photo by Shannon Adams ’16