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Hofstra Pres. takes on ALS challenge
By Lauren del Valle ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR
Clad in academic regalia and the presidential medallion, Hofstra University President Stuart Rabinowitz braced the Ice Bucket Challenge at the paws of mascots Kate and Willie. Nominated by North Shore-LIJ Health System President and CEO Michael Dowling, President Rabinowitz accepted the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge amidst nearly 200 members of the Hofstra University community Monday, Aug. 25th outside of Hofstra Hall. “…I’m not one to let a challenge go unanswered. We brought a lot of the campus community together for my ice bucket challenge and fostered some school spirit during Welcome Week,” said President Rabinowitz in an email interview. President Rabinowitz joked that his nomination served as the Hofstra Medical School partner’s
retaliation for Rabinowitz’s higher standing on the annual “Most influential Long Islander lists.” “It was a fun event,” said the ALS event coordinator and University Relations Vice President Melissa Connolly. “The President was a great sport. It was
classes of 1960, 1970 and 1980, respectively. As Rabinowitz took his challenge with his presidential medallion, he suggested the awardwinning director, Coppola, take the challenge with an Oscar statue in hand. He thought the best-selling
“...I’m not one to let a challenge go unanswered. We brought a lot of the campus community together for my ice bucket challenge and fostered some school spirit during Welcome Week.” a great opportunity to raise awareness about ALS.” Rabinowitz challenged three of Hofstra’s most notable alumni, Francis Ford Coppola, Nelson DeMille and Randy Levine. The three alumni graduated in the
author should get his checkbook wet. And in the practice of a New York sports fan, Rabinowitz offered that the Yankees baseball club president recruit a new pitcher upon completing the ALS challenge.
His audience breathed an audible sigh of relief upon Rabinowitz’s assurance that he wouldn’t pass the challenge down the Hofstra hierarchy, joking that it would be more an order than a challenge. According to the ALS Association, since the Ice Bucket Challenge has gone viral, the foundation received over $100 million in donations. “I am president of a university that has a student body that is as altruistic and charitable as any college in America so how could I do anything other than put my head where my mouth is,” said Rabinowitz. The university president blinked and shivered the ice water away while the mascots bowed and waved to their audience in triumph. Rabinowitz also donated privately to ALS research.
Club database lacks efficiency
By Shannon Nia Alomar STAFF WRITER
Campus Labs’ CollegiateLink claims to be a “leading platform to centralize, organize and increase student involvement opportunities,” but Hofstra students beg to differ. “As the [Student Government Association] Club Relations Chairwoman, I believe that CollegiateLink is not living up to its full potential,” said Alex Engelson, senior public relations major, “I think that as of right now, clubs aren’t utilizing it as much as they can, which makes it not seem as important, when in reality it can be an incredibly resourceful tool.” CollegiateLink serves to inform onlookers about clubs and organizations’ profiles, rosters, budgets, events and any other activities in which that specific club may be partaking. A product run by the national corporation, Campus Labs, universities across the country operate their student activities databases via CollegiateLink. This resource is heavily promoted by the Office of Student Leadership and Activities (OSLA) and the Student Government Association (SGA), but the student
population voiced several concerns regarding whether or not CollegiateLink is as useful as it is said to be. Many student leaders and club members have specific concerns in the lack of up-to-date information. Carol Pollock, sophomore political science major, expressed her frustration with faulty contact information on some of the club profiles she was interested in joining. “…many clubs I have tried to join, I have contacted and it turns out the students graduated or something. All contact information and club info is either limited or outdated which makes it useless. It’s happened to me more than once where [I’ve] contacted a club and either [the members] graduated, it wasn’t a club anymore or the email was never answered,” said Pollock. According to Engelson, club members are responsible for maintaining accurate information on club profiles. “CollegiateLink should be updated by student leaders at least weekly,” said Engelson. “By updates we mean their rosters should always be up to date, their
constitution should be updated once Rules has approved it, events should be updated and any changes to meeting dates/times should be updated as well.” Christopher Etienne, Hofstra alumni and former student leader, also felt as though the lack of updates and monitoring leaves CollegiateLink underrated in the Hofstra community. “It could be a really useful tool if upper-administration monitored it regularly. [A]s a graduate I’ve had numerous emails requesting permission to join certain clubs, etctera,” said Etienne. “Clubs that, in my time, I had been delegated with the responsibility of shepherding new members via Collegiatelink. I even received emails from upper-administration that were reaching out to club leaders and when I replied that I was no longer a student they simply apologized but took no action to have my name removed from the list it was being generated from. I think the idea behind it was a good one but it’s lacking management.” When asked about the oversight of CollegaiteLink, Engelson assured it was reviewed by administrators and the SGA club relations
division to confirm clubs that are granted club space are actually registered and active. Engelson also spoke to the significance of the resource and why students should be more open-minded about its usage. “CollegiateLink not only gives students the opportunity to learn information about potential organizations they wish to join, but it also gives them a way to monitor their service hours. As a club leader, students have the ability to track their budget, keep a record of their constitution, keep track of their members and e-board and connect their [CollegiateLink] with the organization’s social media,” Engelson said. SGA has actively attempted to make CollegiateLink a regularlyused tool throughout the club experience at Hofstra despite the lack of support from students. In order to introduce new students to the purpose of CollegiateLink, OSLA continues to promote it on their site and made a push for it during Welcome Week. Also, student leaders are encouraged to inform their members about CollegiateLink to help add to its relevance.
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Elevator overload causes student scare
By Marisa Russell STAFF WRITER
Move-in weekend flew by and students were eager as they headed to the 13th floor of Vander Poel Hall to attend one of the first programs of the year. Before a group of students could make it to the program, they experienced something unexpected. After the last person stepped into the elevator on the ninth floor, the elevator raised one floor and then proceeded to slowly drop five floors. There were approximately 17 people on the elevator when it dropped below the fifth floor, according to Thomas Masciale, assistant director for central utilities. His position requires him to oversee all of the contracts, contractors and inspections related to the elevators on campus. Elissa Salamy, a junior journal-
ism major, said that although the experience was not terrifying for her and the elevator wasn’t free falling, it was a noticeable drop. “You feel the emergency brakes kick in and it kind of just jolts you, and everyone’s screaming a little bit,” Salamy said. “We got the call that the elevator was stuck and our elevator/ HVAC responded, [they] are our first responders to all elevator calls. When they arrived they found the elevator not level at a floor. They powered everything down and manually opened the elevator doors,” said Masciale. As soon as the passengers realized that they were not on the intended floor, Public Safety was called.
“Kristin is one of the RA’s in Vander Poel and she was in there and she immediately called Public Safety and we rang the alarm in the elevator,” said Salamy. Salamy was pleased with the calmness of the way that the situation was handled. Within
about the weight capacity of the elevator. “I was the last to get into the packed elevator car, which I later learned had 18 other people inside. We made it up one floor, and then the elevator went down,” said Nicole Corapi, a sophomore health and physical education major. She does not attribute the event to a lack of Hofstra’s safety procedures, but instead the neglecting of the weight capacity. No one was injured from the event, though many were shaken up by the noise of the elevator braking. Students are less concerned about the event and are instead pleased that the elevator operated properly. “All of the safety devices and
“You feel the emergency brakes kick in and it kind of just jolts you, and everyone’s screaming a little bit.” 10 minutes, Public Safety and maintenance were on the scene to assist students off of the elevator. Another student in the elevator was unaware of how many people were on it when she got in. Many students were anxious to get to the program and did not think
the braking systems operated correctly to bring the car to the complete stop… The main thing is that the students take seriously the capacity of the elevator. If you can’t comfortably stand in the elevator, wait for the next car,” said Masciale. Students acknowledged the seriousness of the weight limitations Masciale described. Salamy says that she is not afraid to take the elevator again, but she will respect the limits of the elevator. Corapi felt similarly. “I’m really not disappointed at all. No one was hurt, and everyone remained calm and collected the entire time. I never felt that I was in any real danger – Public Safety assured us that we would be fine…[but] next time the elevator’s packed, I suggest waiting or taking the stairs,” Corapi said.
Hofstra welcomes new Dean of Students By Alexi Cohan
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Hofstra University has recently welcomed a new Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students to the community. Sofia B. Petruz will be taking over this position and she has already started her new job. Petruz was born in the Dominican Republic and grew up in the Bronx, attending public school and private Catholic school. Through her schooling she was able to take interest in diversity and multicultural affairs, which she considers a passion of hers. Petruz is married with two children and takes pride in her family. She has a M.A. in education, administration and supervision, which she obtained at Seton Hall University after finding her passion for administration and student affairs during her previous undergraduate studies. Petruz’s new position is trying to make students’ college experience a pleasurable one. She will create events that showcase the diverse talents that Hofstra students possess, so that students feel as though they have someone looking out for them and that there
are plenty of outlets to express themselves. “From what I can see in the student population here, there’s this openness. I have not seen this much spirit before,” Petruz said. As with any job, there can be several challenges involved in taking on a new job, “Balancing who’s already been here and making sure that I’m not overstepping [is a challenge]. Also, incidents: students making decisions
her background… she’s extremely personable and loves students,” Atkinson said. Atkinson also described the Dean of Students’s relationship with SGA as an important one that typically is comprised of aligning goals. “Many times when we need support for initiatives… [her] voice will… provide clout with administration when we don’t have it,” Atkinson said. Petruz is planning on accomplishing many tasks in her new position. She is first working on getting to know everyone and finding out what is important to students – like school traditions. She specifically would like to increase spectator attendance at upcoming sporting events. “I’d love to figure out how to get people excited and to participate,” Petruz said. She is also looking to keep up retention rates and graduation rates and even boost them higher, to motivate students to continue to return to campus and graduate. Atkinson similarly described his hopes for the semester, “[I hope she will be] the force that is chal-
“...[her] voice will...provide clout with administration when we don’t have it.” that are really negatively impacting their community,” Petruz said. Petruz is very enthusiastic and excited about working with Hofstra students and faculty. “[I’m] looking forward to going to games, Fall Fest and getting involved,” Petruz said. Similarly, Student Government Association (SGA) President Mark Atkinson, senior rhetoric major, said he was looking forward to her working with students on campus. “I know she was an incredible candidate and I know a little of
Jesse Saunders/The Chronicle Sofia B. Petruz has taken over the postiions of Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students this semester.
lenging everyone to be better… [SGA] is very excited to work with her,” he said. Petruz said she is looking forward to becoming a member of the Hofstra Community and doing the best she can to ensure that students are happy and taken care of. Petruz also noted that fit-
ness and well-being are important parts of her life and should be for students as well. She advises. “You should always be healthy and you should always take care of yourself… I started being healthy myself and I saw how important it is to listen to my own advice,” Petruz said.
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MEET THE SGA REPRESENTATIVES Compiled by Nico Machlitt
Hunter Brian, Academic Affairs Committee Chair
Damien Gallagher, Appropriations committee chair
Aleksey Babadzhanov, Rules chair
Jenna Wyatt, Secretary
Nicole Olson, Vice President
Mark Atkinson, President
Whitney Shepard, Programming Board chair
Alexandra Engelson, Club Relations committee chair
Sarah Harris, Spirit chair
Mikio Manuel, Student Services chair
Shabieko Ivy, Public Relations chair
Alyson Guarino, Comptroller
Photos courtesy of SGA
Public Safety Briefs Compiled by Ehlayna Napolitano On Sept. 5, a commuter student returned to his motorcycle on Colonial Square Drive to discover damage to the gas tank, clutch and license plate area. There were no witnesses and police assistance was declined. During a health and safety inspection in Estabrook Hall on Sept. 5, an RA discovered eight bottles of alcohol in the room of two underage students. PS responded and confiscated the bottles. The two residents were issued summonses. Upon arrival to a lockout in Alliance Hall on Sept. 5, PS discovered that the student that called was attempting to gain access to another student’s room. The student became disruptive
after PS did not let her in. The student and resident of the room were issued summonses, for disruptive behavior and the actions of their guest, respectively. On Sept. 6 at 3 a.m., a fire alarm was activated in Constitution Hall. The building was evacuated and PS and the Uniondale Fire Department responded. During the search of the building, PS discovered that a pull box in front of room 808 had been pulled for no apparent reason. A search conducted to locate the party responsible, proved negative. An electrician at Hofstra responded to a fire alarm activation in Estabrook Hall on Sept. 6. After the situation was
resolved, he returned to his Plant Department vehicle and found that several tools had been stolen from the front seat. A search was conducted but the person responsible was not found. Police assistance was declined. On Sept. 6, a student reported that their bicycle, which had been locked to the rack outside Bill of Rights Hall, was stolen. A search was conducted but the person responsible was not located. Police assistance was declined. PS responded to a fire alarm in Nassau Hall on Sept. 6. The building was evacuated and during a search of the building, PS found a student and their guest had failed to evacuate. The
student was issued a summons and the non-student was banned from campus. A student in Nassau Hall reported on Sept. 6 that during the fire alarm evacuation, he had been doing his laundry. When the alarm went off, he left his wallet, containing $200, in the laundry room. Upon returning after the evacuation, he found the $200 missing from his wallet. Police assistance was declined. A PSO on patrol in Williamsburg House on Sept. 7 heard shouts on the second floor, indicative of two males in a physical altercation. When the PSO knocked on the door, only one of the two males was located. Upon entering the room,
the PSO smelled a strong odor of marijuana and when questioned, the student surrendered a hookah from under the bed. Two plastic bags filled with marijuana were also discovered under the bed. The student was escorted to the HIC and NCPD was called. After an investigation was conducted, the student was arrested.
Key PS- Public Safety HIC- Hofstra Information Center PSO- Public Safety Officer RA- Resident Assistant NCPD- Nassau County Police Department HIC- Hofstra Information Center
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In Roosevelt Hall: Girl: I forgot to take my birth control! I hope I don’t get pregnant!
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Outside of Enterprise: Guy 1: When’s your next class? Guy 2: I have no idea.
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Dance your way into a new kind of fashion By Brianna Ciniglio SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE
Ballerina buns, harem pants, tutus and leg warmers: dancers have worn these fashion trends, which are seen all over the world today, for ages. Although these types of clothing are sold in retail stores for style purposes, dancers wear these looks for their accessibility when dancing at the studio or performing on stage. Hofstra dance majors, Amber Bennett, Nora Steinkamp and Sierra Sharratt, shared that some clothing, such as
leggings, leotards and tights, are specifically for their dance classes and not day-to-day apparel.
Bennent about this new fad, “Sometimes I see people wearing these things, and I assume that they’re dancers because they’re
But, as the old saying goes, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. “I’ve always thought that it was cool that our art affects society,” said Sharratt, “It’s kind of nice to know that our style affects society as well.” We may not be able to move like these dancers, but emulating their style can almost make us feel like we can. Mimicking styles is simply what society does best. It makes one wonder what the Brianna Ciniglio / The Chronicle military thinks about army jackets Hofstra dance majors showing off and boots coming into style. their style.
“These outfits are a type of uniform, which express who the dancers are with pride.” “It’s a little weird,” said Bennett, when asked what she thought of dance attire being worn for fashion purposes. Steinkamp agreed with
wearing our clothes.” Their reactions are understandable. These outfits are a type of uniform, which express who the dancers are with pride.
Dorm Room Dish: Zesty Italian baked chicken By Jahnasia Booker STAFF WRITER
Materials needed for chicken: • seasoning • seasoning salt • garlic powder • onion powder • pepper • oven ready pan • aluminum foil • lighter • zesty Italian dressing. Here is something easy and delicious. First, thaw out your
chicken. This may take up to 20 minutes. Then clean the chicken. Cut all fats off of the chicken and burn any excess hairs with a lighter. Ask for help if you are a beginner. Next, rinse off chicken and drain the water. Then, season to taste, both sides. Use onion powder, garlic powder, pepper and seasoning salt. If you are looking for a more tangy taste or healthier option, I would suggest lemon pepper or Mrs. Dash to substitute the seasoning salt. Next, place in
oven-equipped pan and drizzle half of the zesty Italian over the chicken. Then, flip the chicken on the opposite side and drizzle the rest of the zesty Italian on top. Next, cover with foil and place in the oven for about an hour. Don’t forget to flip at 30 minutes to insure that the chicken cooks all the way through. While your chicken is cooking, begin to make your side dish, and vegetables of choice. Jahnasia Booker/The Chronicle The essentials you will need for a quick and filling dinner.
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Freshmen do’s and don’ts:
Semester survival guide
By Jenna Grasso STAFF WRITER
The adjustment to life on a new campus can be difficult. For most new students, this is their first time away from home. Freshmen have to worry about meeting new people, arranging their schedule and maintaining good grades for the semester. The goal for all freshmen during the first few weeks of the semester is finding a way to study. As a freshman, the biggest difficulty is finding a way to study that is effective for memorizing information, and to get to tests on time without staying up all night, cramming before an exam. Freshmen should try different techniques during the first weeks and learn which techniques work the best for them.
Different ways to memorize information include: working with index cards, rewriting information or typing down all of the notes and then re-reading the notes multiple times. Since everyone learns and studies differently, there could be other techniques that work. In the first few weeks of the fall semester, trying out these different methods would work tremendously for a freshman. It is better to learn what works best for you sooner in the semester rather than later. The last thing that you, as a freshman, want to do is wait until the last minute to study for a test. This leads to cramming, and you
learn and memorize less when you cram. The most efficient way to study for an exam, midterm or final is to use these different techniques everyday. After each day of class, writing up flash cards, retyping notes or rewriting notes will help you memorize
tests because of your semester of hard work. Even if you do not want to write out flash cards or rewrite notes after every class, there should be time that is put aside in order to do this during the semester. Even looking over your notes every
“It is better to learn what works best for you sooner in the semester rather than later.” information as the course goes on. It will also make the studying for a test easier. You may be the one freshman that is not freaking out the last week before finals about getting your grades up. You will remember all the information that you need to know for the
weekend for an hour or two is more effective than cramming the last minute. Most freshmen are guilty of staying up and partying the night before a big test. If you want to be able to do that, studying throughout the semester or each weekend for an hour or
two will decrease your workload. More time must be dedicated to the homework and projects that are given in college than the work given in high school. Studying day-to-day will lead to a much easier transition into the college workload. This technique will make your workload more bearable and will make it easier when trying to study for midterms and finals, which are stressful no matter what level of college you are in. The most efficient thing to do is to get ahead on your work instead of letting yourself fall behind and then trying to catch up. You don’t want to end up behind in the long run!
Dorm Room Decor:
DIY jewlery organizer to fit your personal style By Rachel Trotta
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Picture this: you’re running around your dorm because you overslept. You threw together a quick outfit, did only the essential makeup steps and packed your bag. You think you’re ready to go when you realize you can’t find your favorite pair of studs anywhere. Earrings are a great way to complete any outfit and I have a quick and easy craft that will make finding the pair you’re looking for the simplest part of your day. What you will need: A hot glue gun, a picture frame, hanging strips and lace. First, remove the glass from the picture frame so it’s just the wooden or metal frame. Then, cut your lace to the width of the frame. Be sure to portion out the
space between each piece by considering the length of your earrings so they don’t overlap. Once you have your pieces placed how you want them, glue them to the back of the frame. Using a hot glue gun can get
it easier to decide what type of earrings you’re looking for and gets you out the door as fast as possible. Mount your hanging strips where you would like to hang your earrings. I put mine on the side of my desk hutch. Once you have done this, you’re ready to hang your frame and accessorize. The great thing about this craft is how customizable it is. Choose your lace and frame color to match your dorm room. Also, when you are packing up your dorm at the end of the year just wrap the frame tightly in paper and your earrings will stay in place through any car, train or plane travel. You’ll be out the door in no time with this cute craft!
“Earrings are a great way to complete any outfit and I have a quick and easy craft that will make finding the pair you’re looking for the simplest part of your day.” pretty messy, but don’t worry – no one will be able to see this side. I suggest leaving the lace a bit loose, as this will make it easier for you to remove the earrings. Next, put the earrings on your lace. I place mine smallest to largest so all of my studs are on the top and hoops are on the bottom. This is not only more visually appealing, but makes
Rachel Trotta/The Chronicle A fun and creative way to store your earrings.
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Man on the Unispan What is your back to school advice? By Janet Lee STAFF WRITER
“Make sure to have a balance between school and social life and be fresh doing it.” Nancy Haas, Senior
“Time Management. Always have a plan.” Arielle Cruz, Senior
“Work hard, play hard.” Sony Abraham, Senior
“Go talk to people.” Yuna Seon, Grad Student
“Stay organized and do the first assignment.” Brady Halbleib, Junior
“Don’t take school too seriously.” Sean Ladendecker, Junior
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The Humans of Hofstra
By Danielle Santucci STAFF WRITER
Leah Aucoin, Junior “I can touch my nose with my tongue.”
Keaton Booker, Senior “In one summer I have visited Gugana, Surriname, Trinidad and Mexico.”
Doug Brick, Senior “I drive a golf cart around campus.”
Caitlin L. Ricki, Senior “I have broken my arm six times.”
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Landmark lessons: NY should welcome immigrant youth By Matthew La Corte SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE
Immigration reform and the status of about 70,000 unaccompanied children at the US-Mexican border was a top political issue this past summer. Although not a border state, New York and Long Island played a significant role. The state accepted more than 3,200 children to be housed with relatives with more than 7,000 expected by next year. Long Island accepted 2,200-plus boys and girls under the age of 17, the highest of any part of the tri-state area. New York is home to the Statue of Liberty, the ultimate symbol of Americans dedicated to immigration, and the first thing seen by over 12 million immigrants processed at Ellis Island, the nation’s busiest immigration station from 1860 to 1920. Hofstra students should sup-
port continuing this rich tradition and urge lawmakers to accept more unaccompanied children that arrive at the southern border. As young people who often get the short end of the stick in the political arena, it’s on us to show support for youngsters unable to vote. These migrant minors are fleeing nations with some of the world’s highest homicide rates. The United Nations has reported a dramatic rise in murder rates across Central America since 2006, with some nations experiencing higher murder rates than even Afghanistan or the Congo. Another UN report finds violence is a top reason migrant children give for fleeing their homeland.
There are more humane alternatives to dealing with the immigration problem than refusing desperate children entrance to the U.S. It’s literally a life and death matter for these kids. The statue, sitting less than
come to America for safety and opportunity. The seven spikes on the Statue’s crown represent the seven seas and seven continents, signifying that liberty is a universal concept, not one just for current American citizens. An inscription at the base of the statue reads, “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free.” Children from across Central America are justifiably yearning to breathe free. New York should grant their wish. Hofstra, like the U.S. as a whole, is a place filled with diversity and opportunity for all students, local and international. We attend Hofstra for access to
“There are more humane alternatives to dealing with the immigration problem than refusing desperate children entrance to the U.S.” 50 miles away from Hofstra’s campus, symbolizes the tradition of acceptance and asylum upon which our nation was founded. Broken chains near the Statue’s feet represent breaking free from tyranny by seeking liberty in America. Many children who cross the border are fleeing oppressive governments and dangerous conditions to
the opportunities it offers for a better future. Immigrant children have come to the U.S. with the same wish. If we recognize its importance for us, we should do the same for them. Students here should take the status of unaccompanied immigrant minors and their families to heart. It’s critical that New York takes the lessons from one of its most famous landmarks by pushing toward more inclusive immigration policies. Several immigrant advocacy groups and lawmakers announced the state can manage to take on more minors. We should accept more immigrant youths who are fleeing some of the most violent nations on Earth and looking for new opportunities to “breathe free.” It’s time for New York, Long Island and students at Hofstra to offer the American Dream to children in desperate need of safety and love.
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Thirteen years later, where do we stand? By Khadijah Duncan SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE
Is it finally time to move on after the 9/11 terrorist attacks? This is a difficult question to answer. Out of all 365 days in the year, no other day on the calendar is more memorable. But we must not submit to the rage and desire to fight back brought about by the attacks. More than 3,000 innocent lives were taken away on September 11th, 2001. No matter what Americans were doing that day, their lives were dramatically affected when the first plane
struck. It is hard to find a way to ease the pain that our country has been plagued with, but there are small steps to be taken that will hopefully mend our wounds. Every year on 9/11, people gather in lower Manhattan, right where the Twin Towers once stood, to keep the victims’ names alive and comfort the friends and family they
left behind. We have become stronger as a nation because of the tremendous support from people across the country, even that from strangers who weren’t
that were freshest in the heat of the moment that led to rash decisions. In the wake of the attacks, people were quick to judge entire races of people for the actions of a few. Racial profiling is understood to be wrong, but the resentment is still held close to people who were affected by the day’s series of tragic events. The U.S. was also quick to
“Americans will never forget this day, but they should not get caught up in the feelings that were freshest in the heat of the moment...” directly affected by the attacks. Americans will never forget this day, but they should not get caught up in the feelings
enter into the war in Iraq. The war brought more heartache than relief, and the U.S. has been taking drastic measures, which only lead to more innocent lives being lost to senseless violence. Thirteen years later, it is clear that America may never fully move on, but there are ways to move forward in a productive way. The National September 11 Memorial & Museum is a step in the right direction. It does not focus on retaliation, but instead, preserves the memory of the victims of the disaster.
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ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
Why I dumped ice water on my head this summer By Victoria Neely COLUMNIST
An Internet sensation known as the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge made a huge splash all over social media websites this summer. Rather than seeing videos of dancing cats or laughing babies all over your news feeds, you were subjected to videos of people dumping buckets of ice water over their heads. What started as a playful challenge between friends soon became a huge hit, getting picked up by celebrities such as Charlie Sheen, Oprah and George W. Bush. The viral challenge targeted millions of people in a
phenomenal example of how social media can serve for a higher purpose. Critics of the challenge have made the valid point that some people do the challenge simply because they were nominated by a friend, just to get out of donating to the cause. However, every time people shared video of themselves doing the challenge, no matter their motive, awareness of the disease increased. To date, the ALS Association has received $109.8 million in donations, and the figure continues to rise. So while critics may stand aside, refuse to do the challenge and scoff at the dozens of videos that have infiltrated their
social media, numbers speak for themselves. But more important than money, what was raised was awareness. Before the ice bucket came about, I will admit I had never heard of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. I am sure that was also the case for some of you. ALS, for those who don’t know, is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that takes away patients’ abilities to walk, talk, eat and move on their own, eventually leading to death. Approximately 5,600 people in the US are diagnosed with this disease every year, and as it stands, there is no cure. It
can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. Skeptics ask that if there can be such a large wave of publicity for a disease that only affects an estimated 30,000 people at any given time, why isn’t there a challenge for cancer patients? For Parkinson’s? Alzheimer’s? The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge should be only the beginning. There should be a challenge – ideally one that does not waste water; as California experienced one of the harshest droughts in history, people rushed to fill and dump buckets of water. The challenges should raise awareness for other horrific diseases and circumstances that thou-
sands of people suffer from all over the world. There should be a challenge for Autism, HIV and even one to support causes like providing clean drinking water in developing countries. We have now seen the power of our usually pointless social media websites and viral videos. We have now seen what a difference it can make to pour ice water over your head and post it online. The world is waiting for more great things from our rising generation of tech savvy, conscientious individuals. It’s time for us to close the video of the dancing cat and educate ourselves.
Why I dodged the bucket By Joanna Soares SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE
Only in the 21st century will you find people exploiting an illness for “likes.” From Facebook to Instagram, plus every tweet in between, our social networks show us that people only care about what it is cool to care about at a given moment. We saw it in 2012 when everyone changed their default photos to black screens in homage to Trayvon Martin, who was taken from us too soon, and we see it today as everyone dumps water over their heads to “raise awareness” for ALS. There is nothing but goodness about our generation utilizing social networks as platforms to raise awareness for such important issues. But, we have created a false sense of a job well done, complacency, when we could have taken steps outside the computer screen and actually written to congress, protested, developed a walk to raise funds or even visited someone suffering from ALS. Sound extreme? Unfortunately, it does to many, because the new norm for advocacy is only a short click away.
Out of all the people who got their friends and followers to give ALS a second look by replicating a scene from “Flashdance,” how many of these so-called advocates can actually tell you what ALS is? I won’t be a hypocrite and act as though I know any more than Google’s definition, but upon being moved to do further research, I found that the word “amyotrophic” comes from the Greek language. ‘A’ means no, or negative, ‘myo’ refers to muscle and ‘trophic’ means nourishment – “no muscle nourishment.” When a muscle has no nourishment, it wastes away, which leads to paralysis and death in the patient’s later stages. I can only imagine how painful this is for the patient and his or her loved ones, so I am repulsed that people post about it with laughs and smiles rather than with a serious demeanor. It is deadly serious to those actually affected by the disease. Along with the video posts came unclear talk of donations. The bandwagon trend was designed so that if you were tagged and didn’t dump ice water over your head, you had to donate $100 to the ALS
Association, but some people used the video as an announcement of their donating. Either way, I don’t believe insufficient funds is our country’s problem when it comes to finding cures, so much as how these funds are distributed. By now, you know why I believe the ALS Bucket Challenge is insensitive to those fighting ALS, but as a global studies major, raised by my father and mother who did not have running water in their homelands of Portugal and the Dominican Republic, I must tell you how the insensitivity translates beyond borders. I was stunned to see one cause being supported via stomping on the face of another. Newsflash, America: one in nine people, worldwide, does not have access
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to clean water. Water means sanitation and nourishment, which promotes healing. There cannot be cures without water. There cannot be life without water. While some
people are dying for lack of this resource, others are so concerned with getting a “like” for fulfilling the hot, new, good deed of the day that they throw this water to waste.
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One Hofstra student’s experience at the 41st annual film symposium By Muhammad Muzammal COLUMNIST
The 41st annual Telluride Film Festival was held on Thursday, Aug. 28th. Besides the stars and film geniuses gathered in the Werner Herzog theatre, 54 college students from all over the world were also assembled to experience film in a transcendent way. Of these 54 students, three came from Hofstra University: recent graduate Dylan DeMarko, senior Desmond Thomas and myself. The three-student count was tied with University of California, Berkeley, University of Wisconsin, Madison and University of Colorado, Denver for the most representatives from any college. So perhaps it was fitting that this year, Telluride decided to pay tribute to one of the rare film geniuses in the world, Francis Ford Coppola, director of “The Godfather” trilogy, “Apocalypse Now,” and “The Conversation.” A Hofstra graduate from the late 1950s, Coppola began a theater-
oriented club named “Spectrum” in 1959, which is still a club at Hofstra today. The college students took part in the student symposium, a highly selective program that looks for those passionate in film and in turn rewards them by giving them an unforgettable experience. Part of the symposium program is to sit intimately with both traditional and contemporary filmmakers and ask questions. This year, the symposium filmmakers included Francis Ford Coppola, Mike Leigh (“Vera Drake” and the upcoming “Mr. Turner”), 25-yearold Xavier Dolan (the upcoming “Mommy,” his fifth feature), Joshua Oppenheimer (“The Act of Killing” and the upcoming, equally mesmerizing “The Look of Silence”), Guy Maddin (“My Winnipeg”), Ken Burns (one of the best historical documentarians of our time) and many more. Memorable lines spread throughout these talks, but Coppola had perhaps the most emotionally resonating line: “Theme is your best friend.” Even if he was giving advice
on how to write and direct a film, his words rang true to the festival, as if there was an underlying “theme” which connected the films, like an omniscient mutual friend. The theme was the ability of art to transcend the material and political realms. Films such as “The Look of Silence” and “Dancing Arabs,” both had memorable viewings. “Dancing Arabs,” the semiautobiographical story of the film’s screenwriter, pits a Muslim Palestinian teenager against the backdrop of Israel. The film is a beautiful collaboration between an Israeli director, Eran Riklis and a Palestine writer, Sayed Kashua, both of whom acted like brothers at the screening. North American premieres of sure-fire Oscar contenders included the absurdist, highly theatrical comedy, “Birdman,” the brooding, ominous “Foxcatcher,” and the intimate, exquisitely produced biopic “Mr. Turner.” Despite the quality of new films shown, what can’t be forgotten is the classics that were exposed to students. Some were hidden
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Muhammad Muzammal/The Chronicle The screening of the movie “Baal” during the 41st annual Telluride Film Festival.
gems, others masterpieces. A 1970 bizarre, Lynchian film “Baal” had a rare public screening. Famed filmmaker Werner Herzog was present for the Q&A session after the film. The movie gravitates around a sadistic character whose title can be synonymous with rapist or murderer. Coppola’s “Apocalypse Now,” was also shown. It is one of the greatest war films ever made and a psychedelic, surreal commentary on the imposition of one civilization upon another and the horror that occurs because of it. Despite the excitement in the air and the buzz from the presence of so many big name
celebrities (Reese Witherspoon, Steve Carell, Channing Tatum), Telluride remained modest by focusing on what truly matters: the film medium as an art form and not as a business. The students met with the filmmakers and may have even taken the occasional “selfie” with a celebrity, but the best individual they met was themselves. The symposium serves as a mirror for young film students through which they can escape into an environment surrounded by those that think like them and show the same exact degree of passion for film as them. It adds up to quite a humble experience.
“Up To The Front: Long Island Punk” the intimate side of the in-your-face genre By Elizabeth Merino
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Hofstra senior Mike Cicchetti’s FORM Gallery, “Up To The Front: Long Island Punk”, is a collection of 30-35 photographs encapsulating a side of the Long Island Punk scene many may not have noticed before. The collection depicts the bands in the audience’s realm. It’s not just the members on stage playing to a non-absorbed crowd. The band members are in your face, singing, yelling, flipping you off and turning to the next person faster than you can comprehend. It’s head banging and moshing, a collection of limbs tangled in time with the song. The black and white photos, shot using almost 20 rolls of film, capture the real essence of what Cicchetti sees as the punk scene in general. “I want to give it a voice. It has a connotation of reluctant ado-
lescence…It’s not just 30-yearolds, it’s a nice blend of different walks of life coming together for the same moment in time,” said Cicchetti. Instead of photographing from the sidelines or the back of the show, Cicchetti places himself right in the middle of it. His use of film gives his pictures a “timeless aesthetic,” forcing not only the viewer to deeply contemplate the photo but themselves as well. “I wanted to transition to something that would make me think more about what I was taking instead of just quickly clicking to get a shot,” said Cicchetti. These bands include Iron Chic, Haverford, Dads, Tigers Jaw, Touche Amore, Gottem, Gifts, People’s Temple Project and many more at venues including The Wood Shop, Revolution Bar and Amityville Music Hall. But shows can also be found closer to school than you may think.
Mike Cicchetti/The Chronicle One of the many band perfomances from Cicchetti’s series of photos.
“I know the people observing this kind of counterculture are hidden under the radar, but it’s happening in Hofstra’s backyard only 10-15 minutes away,” said
Ciccheti. Cicchetti, a film major and fine arts minor also enjoys portraits and street photography. “Up To The Front: Long Island
Punk” will run from Sept. 14-17 in the FORM Gallery located in Calkins Hall.
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FORM Gallery:Dan Jones Best of summer review: “Boyhood” “O Newton! Vast and profound Genius”
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Dan Jones’s “O Newton! Vast and Profound Genius” will be in the FORM Gallery in Calkins Hall September 8-10. The paintings depict embarrassment, sexuality, feminism and the human body psychology.
The Department of Drama and Dance fall semester line-up By Brianna Holcomb STAFF WRITER
As a part of Hofstra’s community, attendees not only get the chance at a great education, but a stage to present their talents as well. The Department of Drama and Dance has a number of plays, musicals and dance concerts to be seen this fall. The fall play line-up includes “The Motherf**ker With the Hat” by Stephen Adly Guirgis and directed by Royston Coppenger. The Wall Street Journal called it “one of the best new plays to come to Broadway in ages.” This “fast-moving...foulmouthed comedy-drama” will be performed Oct. 3-12 at the Black Box Theater. Also included in the line up is “Bat Boy: The Musical,” based off the book by Keythe Farley and Brian Flemming’s book. This musical tells a story of, “prejudice, forbidden love, secrets and the mysterious origins of…the Bat Boy,” according to the Hofstra Dept. of Drama and Dance website. The play will debut at the
John Cranford Adams Playhouse Oct. 17-26. The Department of Drama will also perform “The Burial at Thebes,” which depicts “the mythic story of a young woman who dares to stand up and speak out against the authority of the state,” according to the Hofstra Dept. of Drama and Dance website. The story is a retelling of Sophocles,’ Antigone. This show can be seen Nov. 7-16 at the Black Box Theater. To end the semester, the Dance Dept. will perform the faculty dance concert, which features faculty choreographers Rachel List, Amy Marshall, Colin Stilwell, Anna Troester and Karla Wolfangle, with special guest Claire Porter. This performance will take place at the Adams Playhouse Nov. 20-23. All events are free for Hofstra students and information regarding tickets for outside guest as well as show times can be found on the Hofstra Dept. of Drama and Dance website.
I’m 7-years-old. I sit in the back of my dad’s large red durango truck, off to move to Long Island and away from my friends in Virginia. I get their numbers, I promise to call, but I know and they know it won’t happen. I look out the window, observe the clouds and think about the new life I’ll live. I’m 16-years-old. My parents’ marriage is about to break, crumple and fall apart. I see it in my father’s eyes and my mother’s face. I see what once was an established union can barely live on. I see the arguments, the loneliness and the dread they each carry day after day. I see the effect on my little sisters and how each has grown up. I’m 20-years-old. I’ve had my first serious relationship. I witnessed the heartbreak, the pain, the agony, the hurt and the anger that love brings. But I’ve also seen the recovery that comes from making mistakes and the friendships that last because of that knowledge. I sense the maturity, I feel it but I know it’s not fully there. All this ran through my head as I viewed Richard Linklater’s “Boyhood,” a movie about life and all things that come from living it. The film chronicles the 12-year journey of Mason (Ellar Coltrane) from the tiny, precocious age of six to the rebellious, ready-to-beoverwhelmed-by-adulthood age of 18. The film is masterful in its looseness and how it never seems to be fully focused on just one character or theme. It shows Mason’s relationships with his supporting sister (Lorlei
Linklater), his strong, yet beaten down mother (Patricia Arquette) and his fearful, insecure, but loving father Mason Sr. (Ethan Hawke). We see Mason’s first experience with drugs, his first serious relationship, the failed marriages of his mother, the growth of his devoted father and finally, his unwavering curiosity. This curiosity causes him to ponder the meaning of life, how to successfully live life, not mess up and eventually find his true calling, if there even is such a thing. I watched my own baby sister grow up. I see myself and Mason in her. I hate how I can’t protect her from life’s misfortunes, from the pain and grief that comes from loss, frustration and time. That second shot of Mason shows a boy: a small kid like all of us who doesn’t know what the next 12 years holds. He doesn’t realize that the real enemy behind losing the joy and innocence of childhood is also the film’s greatest asset: time. We watch movies. We know they are an illusion, that one scene cuts and goes to the next scene. We know it’s not real. Linklater directed his cast of four principal actors for a week every year over a period of 12 years. Time has never been used this masterfully in a movie before. Editor Sandra Adair crafts the movie so well that it doesn’t feel like a theatrical act. It runs a dense 164 minutes but it’s rapidly paced and ends before you know it, like the years we’ve spent living, like the life we have recorded so far. “Boyhood” conveys the concept that we never stop learning and we never stop growing. There is no end to learning the mysteries of life that Mason tries so hard to explore near the movie’s ending.
He’s a thinker that asks his father, teachers and peers about the intricacies of life, all while Linklater attempts to display the very thing that separates us as a species from others: the human condition. We all age, we all progress through the years and we are all here in college, for a reason. It is to become something, to be someone, to exceed our potential. It is thus fitting that we should all watch a movie like “Boyhood” that recognizes our shared humanity and the unique individualism found in each person. Through Mason’s persistent wonder of life, the movie pushes us to ask the biggest question of all: what is the meaning of all this? Linklater wisely never provides an answer. That’s not his goal. Just like his flawed, vibrant hero, he asks questions and wants us to join him. It adds up to social conditioning, and how we let the moments of life control us instead of actually being in control of them. Despite my analysis for the film, I know that I’m only a young college student. It could take me years to figure out what Mason’s mother and father, both who were once passionately in love but now separated, are all about. It could take me decades to truly understand Mason’s mother when she cries at the end about half her life being spent on failed courtships and moving to different locations. It could take me my whole life to fully comprehend all the great things that “Boyhood” encompasses. This is more than a film; it’s an experience that is like all of us: once in a lifetime, beautiful, human and glorious.
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In defense of “Happy Endings:” the one that got away
By Christina Murphy COLUMNIST
If you think fireworks are overrated, barbeques are nothing more than an excuse to get eaten alive by mosquitos and weekends in the Hamptons are a bit passe, then you probably wrapped up your summer the same way I did: on the couch watching Logo’s “Happy Endings” binge-athon. In case some of you have forgotten, the premature cancellation of “Happy Endings” after just three seasons was one of the most unjust cancellations of a television show since “Freaks and Geeks.” With critical acclaim and a cult-like following, “Happy Endings” started as a mid-season replacement in 2011 and ran on ABC until it was axed in May of 2013. To some viewers “Happy Endings” was just another sitcom about attractive twenty-somethings figuring out life in a coffee shop, which is understandable considering the series begins with a group of friends and a runaway bride. But to a conscientious viewer, the show is so much more. It manages to capture hilarious subtleties of tiptoeing around adulthood in the modern age with fast-paced dialogue laden with pop-culture references and over-the-top camp. The foundation of the “Happy Endings” is the cast of players who all have strong improv backgrounds and vaguely familiar faces. Jane (Eliza Coupe) is a type-A lunatic who might be a witch and wears a pair of dress shorts better than anyone else in Chicago. She is married to Brad (Damon Wayons Jr.), whom she met while filming “The Real World” during College. He has an affinity for 90s culture, which he expresses by dressing as Arsenio Hall for Halloween every year, and has a secret effeminate side. Penny (Casey Wilson) is a perpetually single girl who typically finds herself in horrible dating mishaps. Always hell-bent on self-improvement, she adamantly believes in “The Secret” and celebrates a
“year of Penny” but usually winds up getting physically or emotionally injured. Her counterpart is Max (Adam Pally), a character who has been praised by the media for being one of the few atypical gay characters on television. Max is sarcastic, sloppy, chubby, unmotivated, a compulsive schemer and loves the Bears. Alex (Elisha Cuthbert) is a free-spirited ditz and is one half of the couple that the series initially revolves around. She leaves Dave at the alter for a guy on rollerblades in the series premiere because their relationship had become stale. Dave (Zachary Knighton) is an everyman’s man who often refers to himself as being “the cool one” in the group while to the others he is noted for possessing qualities of someone who is “the worst.” He comes up with ridiculous business plans, quotes the Dave Matthews Band on the regular, gets his goatee frosted and takes advantage of being one-sixteenth Navajo
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‘Nick & Knight’ – Nick Carter and Jordan Knight When I saw the cover, I shivered, because I knew what was to come. A double image of two poncy man-boys does not leave much to the imagination. This was especially true when I vaguely recognized Nick Carter as a member of the Backstreet Boys. Do I remember Nick Carter? Yes, I admit it. Do I remember this Jordan Knight guy? No I do not, and neither should you. I checked and he is from NKOTB, which is sadly an acronym I now know. If You Like: Justin Timberlake, Backstreet Boys, New Kids On The Block
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Indian at every open opportunity. While the cast of characters seems to have a familiar set up, it’s not anything that wasn’t done on purpose. The show frequently mocks the obvious parallels between “Happy Endings” and “Friends,” with one episode including Brad, in an anesthesia induced stupor, referring to each character by the name of their apparent Friends counterpart. If you’re in the business of second chances, all three seasons are on DVD and can be found in a $5 bin at Target, and you can find most full episodes on Youtube. The show is also now syndicated on VH1 and Logo. Happy Endings creator, David Caspe is giving it another go with “Marry Me” premiering on NBC this fall. He claims that the show is not a spin-off or continuation of “Happy Endings,” but promises it will pose a similar flare. “Marry Me” premieres Oct. 14 at 9 p.m. EST.
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Someone who really loves Ariana Grande told me to write this review, but sitting down to write it made me have a completely random realization: reviews are stupid. You shouldn’t waste your time wondering what I think of a particular artist because all that matters is what you think. Someone else in some other review, for example, could say that Ariana Grande has the voice of a demonmonkey. And that her lyrics are dumb. But don’t worry about what that other person thinks, because they are cruel and stupid. If You Like: Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, Demi Lovato
‘Sparks’ – Imogen Heap This album is like a breath of fresh air, but not entirely, because fresh air is bland and tasteless. If this album were air, it would be the air surrounding a bazaar. Aspects of musical culture from all over the world are mixed in there, but over top is the musk of human sweat. While gimmicky, her patented synthesizer gloves do make for some clever soundscapes., and her singing alone makes her music beautiful. Imogen Heap manages to make trance music sound instrumental, which adds a much-needed human quality to a genre that sounds lifeless. If You Like: Goldfrapp, Tori Amos, La Roux.
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Women’s soccer primed for success in 2014 By Kyle Kandetzki assistant sports editor
The Pride sent a message to the CAA in 2013 with a strong performance inside their conference, but fell just short of a title. In 2014, Hofstra is ready to return and take a conference title from their rivals. Hofstra women’s soccer is coming off of a 10-6-3 season in 2013, which gave them a fourth-place regular season finish and a semifinals loss in the CAA tournament. In 2014, the Pride looks to continue their out-ofconference dominance, while improving their conference play to bring them back to the NCAA tournament. One constant that Hofstra can count on season after season is their extremely successful head coach, Simon Riddiough. Riddiough is entering his ninth season at the helm of the Pride, and he has built up a strong resume in a short amount of time. The charismatic England native has led his squad to a CAA title twice, reached the championship game four times and has witnessed two NCAA tournament victories. Riddiough has also been recognized with multiple awards, such as the CAA Coach
of the Year and National Soccer Coaches Association Regional Coach of the Year. Riddiough scored his 100th victory as a head coach early on in 2014, nearly double the amount of losses he has suffered over the past eight seasons. His popularity among his players and his success in soccer have been key to his longevity at Hofstra. Riddiough’s crew lost seven senior players for the upcoming season, most notably starting goalie Emily Morphitis, forward Ruby Staplehurst and midfielders Kerry Cummings and Tara Kerns. This season, six seniors will be representing Hofstra on the field. The undeniable one-two offensive punch came from senior Sam Scolarici and junior Leah Galton, who combined for 65 points last season. Galton provided a dual threat, with 8 goals and 11 assists in 2013, while Scolarici provided a constant attack with 18 goals. Both forwards possess top-flight speed, and it’s not uncommon to watch them accelerate past defenders to catch up with a long pass. Other important players to note include sophomore goalie Friederike Mehring, who will assume the goalie role this year after some playing time at the end of the 2013 season, and
defenders Ingrid Moyer and Mallory Ullrich. It will also be interesting to see who steps up as new, more consistent offensive weapons, whether they are players who were stronger in previous years (Lulu Echeverry, Jill Mulholland), or potential new rising stars. The Pride is currently 3-2 at the time of this article, but their losses come against nationally noticed opponents in West Virginia and UConn. Most recently, Hofstra put an absolute thrashing on Indiana State University with an outstanding score of 9-1. Looking into the future, Hofstra only has four out-of-conference games remaining, which includes Yale (7-8-1 in 2013) and Monmouth (who the Pride defeated 2-1 last year), as well as Duke (made it to the NCAA quarterfinals last year) and Virginia (currently ranked third in the nation). Hofstra certainly would like to come out of September with some statement victories. In the CAA, Hofstra will be facing their typical rivals, with the addition of new CAA school Elon University. Elon’s formidable women’s soccer program is coming off of a 13-3-6 season in 2013, though in the weaker Southern Conference.
sharpen up.” Barlev was supported by fellow freshmen Alan Hetherington and Rodney Chirchir, who finished in 11th and 14th place, respectively. Hetherington’s 16:18 5K time put him 35 seconds behind Barlev. Chirchir started strong before fading to a 16:28. Giambanco said, “As the season goes on and [Chirchir] gets adjusted we fully expect him to compete up at the front of the pack.” The men’s Pride top five was rounded out by sophomore Jack Finlayson, who placed 19th with a time of 16:33, and Austin Jenkins, who placed 26th with a time of 16:43. “This tells me that we have a chance to move up in both
the conference and the region,” Giambanco said. In the women’s competition, Celorio did as expected. The star of the women’s cross-country team supported the squad to a third place finish. Junior Lisa Eberwein and senior Eva Holtermann supported the team with stellar top 20 placements. “The big thing about the women was just trying to compete,” Giambanco said. “We weren’t really worried about times or splits or anything like that, we just wanted to see them out there racing and trying to beat everyone they could.” “This tells me that we’re off to a good start,” Giambanco said. “We definitely have a lot of work to do, “
Sean Williams/ Hofstra Chronicle Jill Mulholland lines up for a pass. The midfielder is trying to bounce back from an injury-riddled 2013.
Other dates to look out for in CAA play include the team that knocked them out of the tourney last year, James Madison, on Oct. 3, and defending CAA champs Northeastern on Oct. 11.
Despite the difficult conference schedule, the Pride was narrowly predicted to win the CAA in a coaches’ poll.
Cross-country hits the ground running By Sean Williams sPORTS EDITOR
The men’s and women’s cross-country teams competed in their first event of the year this Sunday at the St. John’s University/Hofstra University Fall Invitational. There were four teams in total. The men managed to place in first, while the women managed to place in third. Both teams experienced something of a resurgence under new head coach Vince Giambanco. Freshman Daniel Barlev placed first in the individual event for the men and Becky Celorio came in third for the women. “Today was a great start for the season,” Giambanco said. “Being that we haven’t been able to
Photo courtesy of Hofstra Athletics Freshman Daniel Barlev competed in his first colligate cross-country event.
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Golf teams tee off with the start of the 2014 season By Kyle Kandetzki assistant sports editor
The Pride is already back on the fairways and before you know it, their fall season will be over. Hofstra men’s and women’s golf kicked off their 2014-15 campaigns in Connecticut and Maryland, respectively, this past weekend. The Pride will participate in a handful of tournaments before packing it in for the winter in just over a month’s time. On the women’s side, Hofstra will only be taking part in four regular season tournaments before any postseason action and the winter break. Following the Tiganelli Towson Invitational, the opening event of the season, the Pride placed 14th out of 15 teams. The remaining schedule includes events at Navy in Annapolis, Md., against St. John’s in East Meadow, and versus Rutgers in New Jersey. Their final invitational takes place
on October 10th and 11th and the season usually restarts midway through March. The Pride features a very young squad, with just one senior, four sophomores, and two freshmen. Their elder member, Shannon Chadha, only played in one event last year, but she is a three time CAA Commissioner’s Academic Award winner. Other notable players on the roster include sophomore Andrea Neilson, who was the top player for the Pride in their opening event, coming in 36th overall. Freshman Amanda Bigger turned in a 47th place finish in her debut for the Pride, she is coming to Hofstra with experience in golf since middle school. Sophomores Jai Ghuman and Jacquie Faldetta had the strongest performances for Hofstra to round off the 2013-14 in the CAA tournament, and are among the group of players to watch as well. The women’s golf squad will need to rebuild this season due to
a relatively inexperienced team, as well as less than satisfactory finishes the past season – finishing in the bottom half in all invitational in 2013-14. On the men’s front, a positive opening event has the Pride striving for more success in 2014-15. Hofstra came out of the Blue Devil Invitational hosted by Central Connecticut State University in second place out of a dozen competing schools. Hofstra is looking at seven events to make up their fall season of competitions, including new additions to the schedule like The Doc Gimmler in Farmingdale, N.Y., the Tuxedo Autumn Invitational in Tuxedo, N.Y. and the Jasper Shootout in Huntington, N.Y. The three-round Doc Gimmler is their next event, which will be played this Friday and Saturday, The Pride was able to place in the top half in seven of 12 events they competed in last season, including a victory in
Photo courtesy of Hofstra Athletics David Mecca hits out of a sand trap. Mecca is the leader of the men’s golf team.
the Manhattan Quad Meet in October. The team can’t be satisfied after a last place finish on the CAA tournament to close out their previous season. Unlike the women’s squad, the men have a very experienced team with four seniors to go along with three sophomores. Senior Brandon Shin made himself out to be the player to watch this Monday, turning in a one under par in the final round to give him sixth place overall.
Fellow senior David Mecca also had an impressive outing, shooting seven-over for the event, tied with sophomore David Won for the second best score by a Pride player, and 14th overall. Hofstra should certainly be excited following a good start against out-of-conference opponents, but the main focus has to be on revenge against their CAA opponents after last year’s finish.
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Volleyball racking up wins early on in the season By Mike Rudin sports editor
Hofstra is hitting a major hot streak, sweeping the St. Francis Terrier Invitational and shutting out Stony Brook. The Pride shut out their last four opponents, consecutively won their last 12 sets and the team improved to 7-1 overall. Defense was the name of the game for the Pride against Stony Brook. Sophia Black led the team with 13 digs. The key factor that aided the Pride was the solid group performance tacking on digs: nine by Hannah Klemm, eight by Kelsie Wills, seven by Brianna Montgomery and six by Corrina Delgadillo. The momentum shifted perfectly for the Pride going into the St. Francis Terrier Invitational. Facing St. Francis first, the Pride consistently won each set with some elbow room, winning by five or more points in all three sets. Despite the Pride putting up a season-low 38 kills, the Pride defense held their own against
the Terriers putting up 46 digs and six blocks as a team. Corrina Delgadillo came out of nowhere leading the Pride with a seasonhigh 17 digs. Kelsie Wills was second in digs with eight, then Brianna Montgomery and Sophia Black came in third with six digs for the night. Hofstra’s next match in the Invitational against Manhattan College went swimmingly, scoring 43 kills with a shooting average at 71 percent. One noticeable factor in the game was the consistency between each set offensively for the Pride. The Pride performed well, keeping the kills and shooting percentage dispersed evenly. Veronika Kostova was the most valuable player when the Pride played the New Jersey Institute of Technology and led the team with 14 kills without committing a single error. She helped out on the defensive side putting up three block assists. Hofstra managed to outscore NJIT by at least eight points each set. Hofstra hosted the ASICS Invitational last week and made
a statement by starting the 2014 season by consecutively winning the first three matches against St. Francis, Lafayette and Quinnipiac. The significance of the Invitational not only reflects on the ability of the team early into the season, but also shows how the team works together under their new head coach Emily Mansur. The Pride faced St. Francis Brooklyn in the season opener and defeated the Terriers three sets to one. Hofstra currently stands 22-11 in team history for the season opener and remain undefeated against St. Francis 7-0 in franchise history. Kelsie Wills led the Pride with 21 kills, placed fourth in digs with eight for the season opener and was tied for third in block assists with Adama Aja, each having three. Nuria Lopes Da Silva stepped up, scoring the second most kills with 10 and leading the team with five block assists by the end of the match. Hofstra repeated the same out-
Chris Owens/Hofstra Chronicle Freshman Brianna Montgomery in mid-serve during the course of the match.
come against Lafayette College, winning three sets to one. These teams haven’t played each other since 1995 but the Pride continued their success against Lafayette, improving to 10-1. Even though the team won the game, the Pride still had some inconsistency issues, with their shooting percentage overall at .211 for the game. The offense wasn’t able to produce much, especially with Kelsie Wills putting up only 11 kills during the night. “The trying of new things, until the ladies can use to running the fast ball and being able to be attacked without the fear of being blocked, we are going to have some up and downs,” said
Mansur. Veronika Kostova did well for the Pride, leading the team with 12 kills that night. The team as a whole also did well on the defensive side with 57 digs: 15 from Sophia Black, 12 from Brianna Montgomery and 11 from Kelsie Wills. The highlight for the Pride at the invitational was shutting out Quinnipiac University three sets to none. Kelsie Wills led the team in kills with 14, Burke came in second with nine and Veronica Kostova was third in kills with seven in the match. Sophia Black continued to lead the team in digs with 10.
HOFSTRA AT A GLANCE WOMEN’S SOCCER
MEN’S SOCCER
VOLLEYBALL
FIELD HOCKEY
Overall 3-2-0
Overall 1-2-2
Overall 7-1
Overall 3-1
Conference (0-0)
Conference (0-0)
Conference (0-0)
Conference (0-0)
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Field hockey starts slow but picks up the pace By Sean Williams Sports editor
The Hofstra field hockey team is only four games into the 2014 season, yet Kathy De Angelis’ squad is already halfway to meeting last year’s disappointing six-win mark. With a 3-1 start to the year, the young Pride team seems to be getting over last year’s growing pains and developing into a more complete squad. The early part of the season began ominously for the Pride. The team traveled north on Aug. 29 to square off against the Albany Great Danes, a nationally competitive group that finished with a 16-5 record in 2013. The home squad raced to a 5-0 lead in the first 25 minutes, and Hofstra goalie, redshirt and freshman Lauren Saltus and the Pride defense were overmatched against Albany’s early attack. Saltus was promptly replaced by another freshman, Carys Swan,
who played the last 40 minutes, making three saves and allowing two goals. The final score was 7-0, a drubbing in favor of the Great Danes – certainly not the result the Pride was hoping for to start the year. Albany stymied the Pride offense to seven shots against the Great Dane’s 18. The Pride bounced back against Colgate, on the road again two days later, cruising to an easy 7-1 victory. Junior Lauren del Valle came off the bench to score four goals in the early going, all four happening within a 10-minute span. The Pride had a 6-1 lead by the halftime mark and played comfortably the rest of the game. Swan made her first collegiate start and picked up the win. Jonel Boileu, senior and the leader of this Pride team, added a goal and two assists. Hofstra did not play another game until Sept. 5, when they hit the road again to take on the Sacred Heart Pioneers. This contest was closer than the Pride’s
two previous matches, as the teams battled for over 70 minutes of a low-scoring game. Mary Altepeter, the Pioneers’ goalie, made eight saves, but it wasn’t enough. The Pride walked away with a 3-2 victory after outshooting Sacred Heart. Claudia Marin Samper, a sophomore, scored two goals and added an assist to pace the Pride. The team stayed in Connecticut for their match against Yale two days later. Yale is considered a stronger team than Sacred Heart, but the result was the same. The Pride emerged with a narrow one-goal victory, extending the winning streak to three straight. Swan made six stops in goal, and Boileu and junior Charlotte Loehr, scored goals to carry the Pride to a 2-1 win. Swan has allowed a mere four goals in three games, and the defense has supported her with stalwart play. The Pride will stay at home this Wednesday to face off against Fairfield at 3 p.m.
Photo Courtesy of Hofstra Athletics Senior Jonel Boileau hustles down the field, evading any defenders in her way.
HOFSTRA ATHLETIC CALENDAR Away Home
9/8 Monday
9/9 Tuesday
9/10 Wednesday
9/11 Thursday
9/12 Friday
@ Fairleigh Dickinson University 7:00 PM
MEN’S SOCCER WOMEN’S SOCCER v.s. Fairfield University 3:00 P.M.
FIELD HOCKEY
CROSS COUNTRY
9/14 Sunday
Hofstra Invitational Vs. Fordham, Siena, & Sacred Heart
Volleyball
GOLF
9/13 Saturday
@ Blue Devil Invitation Final Round
VS. Dartmouth College 1:00 PM vs. Duke @ Virginia Nike Soccer Classic 3:00 PM
@ University of Virginia virginia nike soccer classic 2:30 PM Vs. University @ University of Maine of Vermont Catamount - Catamount Classic Classic - 12:00 PM 12:00 PM
@ The Doc The Doc Gimmler Round 1 Gimmler Final Round & 2 - Farmingdale, Farmingdale @ LIU- Post Invitational 10:30 AM
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Mansur takes over V’ball helm By Nick Mazzarella staff writer
When former Hofstra volleyball head coach Kristina Hernandez resigned from the position in March, athletic director Jeff Hathaway began a national search for the program’s next head coach. However, the winning candidate wasn’t very far away. In fact, Hathaway didn’t even have to leave campus to find her. The answer was Emily Mansur. Mansur joined Hofstra’s staff in 2013 as an assistant coach, and upon Hernandez’s resignation, Mansur was named the interim head coach while Hathaway explored his options. However, about two months later, the interim tag was removed and Mansur was named Hofstra’s head volleyball coach. “I was definitely not expecting that, but I was extremely happy for the credit given to me,” said Mansur about becoming head coach. “I’m more than excited, and surprised in a good way.” Mansur was involved in the college game before arriving at Hofstra. She was a four-year starter and two-year captain at Iona College, where she earned accolades that included All-MAAC First Team and Setter of the Year. After graduating in 2005, Mansur
began her coaching career at Marist College, another MAAC school, where she was an assistant coach for the 2006 season. Mansur, who is from Brazil, has also taken part in volleyball outside the U.S. In Portugal, she served as an assistant coach for two Lusofona Volleyball Club teams – a professional team and a team of 18-year-olds that qualified for the Portuguese Final Four. She has also played for Brazilian and German club teams. Now at the helm, Mansur has coached the Pride to a 7-1 start. The 2014 campaign already includes a sweep of Long Island rival Stony Brook and a title at St. Francis Brooklyn’s Terrier Invitational. The first match of the season – and the first of Mansur’s career as a head coach – was a win, so she’s able to laugh about dropping the first set of that match. “At that moment, I believe I was just thinking of the next game. I knew it was a game we had to win,” she said. “But afterward, I was like, ‘Oh man, I lost my first game.’” Despite the quick start, Mansur is not getting comfortable. “I think with every match, we have had the chance to improve,” she said. “We are still far from where we need to be to win a
NCAA title.” So how did Mansur end up at Hofstra? She played against Hernandez in college and the two came in contact again at a tournament in the U.S. and at Nationals. Hernandez asked if Mansur wanted to come back to the U.S. and join her staff at Hofstra. The answer was yes. When Mansur played for Iona, she looked up to Hofstra’s coach at the time, Fran Kalafer. An inductee of the American Volleyball Coaches Association Hall of Fame, Kalafer led the Pride to five NCAA tournament appearances over a six-year span. Mansur is well aware of Kalafer’s tenure at Hofstra – one in which she recorded 22 winning seasons. “We want to bring Hofstra back to where it was a few years ago when she was here,” said Mansur. Asked about her long-term goals, Mansur said she wants to win the conference, which would earn Hofstra an automatic bid to the NCAA tournament. But it’s not all about just getting there; she wants to win at least one game in the big dance. “We want to get to the second round of the NCAAs,” she said.
of the game, a penalty kick in the second half. Hofstra struggled to mount a consistent offense against UConn, taking only 10 shots to the home team’s 21. Hofstra’s star forwards Leah Galton and Sam Scolarici could only muster one shot on goal as the duo were frustrated by the Huskies’ stifling defense. The Pride then bounced back in a home game against Bucknell on Aug. 24, taking an easy 4-2 victory. Hofstra has historically excelled at home and this game was no different. Sam Scolarici had two goals and the Pride scored all four of their goals in the first half before playing a more passive second half. Bucknell gave the Pride a scare at the beginning, as the Bison struck first at the start of the game, but once Hofstra found its groove on offense the scoring
came in waves. After the game, head coach Simon Riddiough said that he was not concerned at the team’s early deficit because there was plenty of time to fight their way back into the game and he trusted his offense. Exactly one week later the Pride again stepped into the friendly confines of Hofstra University Soccer Stadium and breezed past another overmatched opponent. Hofstra had no problem dispatching the St. Joseph’s Univesity Hawks in a 5-0 beatdown, putting four goals past the visitors in the first half. “I thought in the first half we came out pretty strong,” Riddiough said, in a post-game interview. “We’ve just got to keep the same mentality for 90 minutes.”
Chris Owens/Hofstra Chronicle Head coach Emily Mansur directing one of her players to come off the court.
Women’s soccer kicks off fall season at 3-2 By Sean Williams sports editor
The women’s soccer team has hit a tale of two opponents in its five-game opening string of games. Hofstra, despite its lofty preseason place at the top of the CAA, has struggled with elite opponents while stomping weaker competitors. Head coach Simon Riddiough’s strategy is to schedule difficult non-conference games in order to prepare for the rigorous tests of a treacherous conference schedule, something evident in the aftermath of the Pride’s games thus far. The Pride opened the year on Aug. 22 on the road against the University of Connecticut, a team that is receiving votes in the national poll. The Huskies’ Rachel Hill scored the only goal
Leah Galton and Sam Scolarici each scored two goals against the Hawks, as the Pride on the whole poured on 24 shots past a clearly frustrated Hawks defense. Riddiough stated, “This forward line is probably the best in the region and the most dynamic. When they’re clicking and when they’re firing on all cylinders they’re very difficult to stop.” Next the Pride traveled to face another nationally-ranked opponent, West Virginia University, ranked at 21. Hofstra’s modest winning streak was quickly cut short in a hurry, as the Pride couldn’t get the wheels turning on any semblance of an offensive attack. They concluded the contest with a paltry one shot against WVU’s 14 shots. However, if the Pride were feeling down after their loss to the Mountaineers, they more
than made up for it against the hapless Indiana State University Sycamores, taking a jaw-dropping 9-1 victory. Sam Scolarici scored a hat trick and broke Hofstra’s all-time scoring record in the process, passing Christa Eidenweil’s record, which has stood since 2000. Galton and Jill Mulholland also each scored two goals in the blowout victory. Riddiough has done a good job of balancing the Pride’s schedule both with powerhouses and winnable games in preparation of the CAA gauntlet that awaits in the fall. The Pride will go on the road again to play two of the best teams in the country this weekend, Duke and Virginia, in an attempt to further calibrate their ability against some of the best in the game.
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Men’s soccer looks to return to winning ways By Chris Buckley staff writer
In 2013, the Hofstra Pride men’s soccer team was defined by its youth combined with veteran leadership from two of the best players to ever wear the Pride uniform. With the departure of Hofstra’s all-time leader in assists, Chris Griebsch, and former captain, Tyler Botte, due to graduation. The upcoming season leaves head coach Richard Nuttall with a tough test in his 26th year at the helm of the Pride. All of the necessary tools are in place for the Pride to improve upon their 8-7-3 record from 2013. Carrying a roster dominated by 10 sophomores, as well as some familiar faces, Nuttall has a group primed to lead Hofstra to a third straight CAA tournament appearance in 2014 and quite possibly beyond. One of the most difficult aspects of college athletics is that players come and go remarkably quickly. In a span of four years and sometimes less, a team’s best athletes must be on their way out to make room for new recruits. Losing certain players can drastically change a program’s direction, or at the very least, can cause some shakeups. For the Hofstra Pride, the loss of former captain Tyler Botte is a significant blow and a perfect example of how graduation leaves a team with holes to fill. Botte’s value to the Pride typically did not come on the scorecard, as he only scored five points in 2013. Rather, his vocal leadership and field management as a part of Hofstra’s solid defensive backline are what helped him become a captain. It is also what made him such a prized player. At 6 feet 3 inches, his height made him as dangerous as any other player in the conference inside the 18-yard box on set
pieces. As of now, seniors Maid Memic and Elliot Firth are the team’s remaining two captains. Look for experienced defender Daniel Grundei, a senior transfer who spent two years at Towson without missing a start (32 games) to emerge as the third team captain. Grundei was named a captain during his sophomore season with the Tigers back in 2012, before the school discontinued their soccer program. However, if Hofstra wants to continue becoming a legitimate contender for the NCAA
Tournament, something they have not qualified for since 2006, they must find a way to fill the void of Chris Griebsch. Griebsch’s stellar 2013 campaign earned him the honor of CAA Player of the Year, as the Germany native finished the season with eight goals and seven assists for 15 total points, good for third in the Colonial. His seven assists led all players. Griebsch’s dangerous left foot made him invaluable for the Pride on set pieces. A player with incredible soccer IQ and playmaking ability, Griebsch
can score as well as set up his teammates; namely Maid Memic. Memic finished second in the conference with 10 goals in 2013, thanks to his partner-in-crime. The question remains: who can break through and fill Griebsch’s shoes? On paper, the best option is midfielder Joseph Holland. Holland played his freshman season here in Hempstead in 2012, earning CAA Rookie of the Year. After leaving the program for one year in 2013, the England native has returned to campus with a fortuitous opportunity before him.
Photo courtesy of Hofstra Athletics Men’s soccer huddles together in anticipation in the final minutes before their match starts against Northwestern.
As a freshman, Holland posted 14 points on six goals and two assists. Even with Griebsch and his playmaking out of the picture, there is absolutely no reason Holland cannot improve his numbers with the talent he possesses. As a marker for the season, the sophomore should reach around eight goals and five assists. Combined with the offensive prowess of senior Maid Memic, Hofstra’s leading scorer last year, who finished second in the conference with 23 points, the Pride should not have trouble finding the back of the net. Other possible options to assist the frontline are Elliot Firth, Reece Alexander and Meshack Eshun Addy. Firth and Alexander combined to start 29 games last season, while Addy joins Hofstra as a sophomore from Ghana, having posted truly unbelievable numbers with Torre Levante C.F. in Spain last year: 23 goals and 18 assists in 20 matches. As for Richard Nuttall, he believes in his team and their ability to succeed. “My expectation is that all of the players give everything all of the time,” said Nuttall. “That’s all I’m looking for. I believe we’ve got talent, and if that happens, I believe we can win some games.” In a conference as competitive as the CAA, winning games and simply advancing to a conference championship, never mind winning one, are difficult thing to accomplish. Teams such as Delaware boast tremendous talent in the likes of reigning CAA Rookie of the Year, Guillermo Delgado, who led the conference with 15 goals last year. Competing with players of that caliber will take discipline, perseverance and unity from the Pride if they intend on reaching a CAA Championship and possibly an NCAA Tournament.
Men’s tennis displaying potential in 2014 By Sean Williams sPORTS EDITOR
The Hofstra men’s tennis team showed promise on the courts this week. Freshman Niko Vulinovich and sophomore
Ricky Hendler won the Flight B doubles championship at the Stony Brook Invitational, beating the New Jersey Institute of Technology by an easy 8-2 in the semifinals before going on to stop Quinnipiac University with a score
of 8-3 for the championship. Ari Richman won the A singles consolation bracket by sweeping Qunnipiac’s Ben Foran in the semifinals then taking an 8-4 victory over Quinnipiac’s Eric Ambrosio. The Pride men do not
play again until Sept. 19, when they will compete in the Hofstra Invitational. The Pride women do not play until their own Hofstra Invitational, which runs from Sept. 12th to the 14th.
Back Cover: Redshirt sophomore Jill Mulholland fights for ball posession against St. Joesph’s defender.
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Pride women fight to find footing with daunting schedule. Sean Williams/Hofstra Chronicle