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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2010

VOLUME CXXXI ISSUE 4

GENEVA, NY

Williams Hall Roof Collapses and Caves In

By Joseph Bisesto ‘14 Herald Contributor

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The new parking policies at Hobart and William Smith state a car will be booted after being ticketed five times.

Beware of the Boot

By Stephen Gemmiti ‘14 Herald Contributor

Joseph Bisesto/Photographer

A glimpse of the damage inside Williams Hall room 200. When students and faculty entered the building on Oct. 1, they were astonished to discover the roof had collapsed.

Oct. 1, 2010 proved to be a strange day for the Music Department at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. As students and faculty members arrived, they were astonished and disturbed to find the drop roof of Williams Hall room 200 had collapsed.

At first sight of the room, instructors and students asked many questions including “how” and “what if.” But the major concern is the effect the collapse will have on the Music Department.

It is unsure whether this incident will

result in prompting the school to build a new music building. According to Robert Cowles, a music professor and department chair, “the Colleges cannot boast a celebrated history of devotion to the arts generally. A history such as this does not go away overnight.”

Cowles also mentioned in recent years there has been talk about building a new visual and performing arts building where the arts can truly flourish at the Colleges.

“By now we could well have celebrated the

Each new school year at Hobart and William Smith brings new opportunities and changes around campus.

For many, the most noticeable – and arguably the most controversial – are those that pertain to student parking policy, specifically the increase in the price of car registration.

Contrary to popular student belief, these changes weren’t spontaneous. Associate Director of Campus Safety Chris Beattie said the changes came as a result of much planning and deliberation in order to update the campus parking policy, which

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hasn’t seen any major updates in more than a decade.

“We compared ourselves to some of the other schools in the area,” Beattie said. “As a result, we came up with a good idea of how we should adjust our prices accordingly.”

The cost of a student-parking sticker increased 50 percent under this year’s new policy. Parking sticker costs jumped from $100 to $150. Although many may find this hike in prices difficult to swallow initially, Beattie believes the revenue it generates will primarily benefit students.

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HWS Announces the Trias Residency for Writers

By Carrie Stevens ‘12 Editor-in-Chief

Photo courtesy of HWS Communications

Starting next year, HWS will welcome a writer of national or international reputation to the Colleges.

During the 2011-2012 academic year, Hobart and William Smith will

have the opportunity to welcome a new member to the campus

community. The new addition of the Trias Residency for Writers, which is designed to promote the creative talent of both the chosen author and writing students, has many people are excited about the idea of a talented author dedicating a year of his or her time to the HWS and Geneva community.

Just how distinguished of a writer are we talking about?

HWS is seeking one of national or international reputation. The program will bring a new writer to campus each year. The writers will be those who have well-reviewed published works and are wellknown in the literary world.

According to Professor Melanie Conroy-Goldman, chair of the English Department and director of the Trias Residency for Writers, the Colleges received an unexpected

bequest from Peter Trias ‘72 intended for creative writing and, specifically, bringing a writer to campus. With this generous funding, the Colleges were able to spend a lot of time coming up with a plan to fully utilize this financial resource.

Conroy-Goldman explained they wanted to find the “best thing for the community and the best way to honor Trias’ wishes.”

Conroy-Goldman pinpointed three main things she hopes the Residency will bring to the colleges: First, the writer will develop a close relationship with a small group of students. Second, the HWS connection with the arts will strengthen; it will connect Hobart and William Smith to the names of noteworthy writers. Third, the community service element of the Residency will truly bring the HWS TRIAS continued on Page 2

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PARKING CHANGES continued from Page 1 “The money received from the parking tickets and registrations goes back into the HWS general fund, which is then dispersed to the Student Activities Center and helps fund a lot of activities students do,” Beattie explained. “There’s always a misconception that Campus Safety gets part of that money, when in fact we don’t get any money that we raise from either ticketing or registration.

All of that goes back into the general fund for everyone on campus.”

Campus Safety believes the vast majority of students will adjust to the changes much more favorably as the school year progresses.

Students should also take note that an increase in the cost of car registration isn’t the only parking-related change.

“Starting this year, we will begin booting cars instead of simply towing them,” Beattie said. “Last year, we towed cars that acquired eight or more tickets. This year, we lowered the number of tickets required to warrant a boot to five.”

It should be noted that the majority of surrounding colleges and universities have a parking policies that allow cars to be towed with as few as three tickets or parking violations.

Placing a boot on a car renders the vehicle immobile.

In order to have the device removed, the new parking policy requires students to pay a fine of $100 with an additional $25 for each additional day the

car remains booted.

Although students may object to this change, it should be noted that in previous years vehicles that had reached a maximum level of parking violations would be towed immediately, which would cost at least $175.

Campus Safety urges students to think before they park, especially when it comes to parking in a handicapped spot or fire zone. Both are actions that warrant immediate towing and possible suspension of one’s parking permit on campus for the remainder of the school year.

“Don’t let tickets get out of hand,” Beattie urges students.

“If you get one or more tickets, please come in and get help immediately. Don’t wait until you get your fourth or fifth or sixth ticket because after your fifth parking infraction, you will be towed or booted immediately.”

Beattie ensures students that parking concessions will be made when deemed necessary and that there are more than enough legal spots to park on campus for all registered motorists.

The parking policy changes are in effect now and Campus Security remains positive about the impact they will have.

“The boots are in place now,” Beattie concluded. “And before long, you will see them out there on campus. Even this early in the school year, there are students who have quite a few tickets.”

COLLAPSE continued from Page 1 groundbreaking for that facility was it not for the severe recession that we continue to endure.”

From a liability standpoint, HWS is responsible for making sure the buildings are safe for student and faculty use. The Buildings and Grounds Department is unclear as to what exactly could have caused the collapse.

Named after a 12 year old swimmer who drowned in Lake Seneca, Williams Hall was built in 1907; the building used to be a gymnasium.

According to Cowles, who has been working at the Colleges for 18 years, there has not been any substantial structural work done on the building the entire time he has

been here.

“There was no clear evidence that the building had any serious structural issues,” Cowles said. Luckily, the incident happened at night while the room was not in use.

Although there was some anticipation that Williams 200 would be back open the week after Fall Break, but things did not go according to plan. Additional work will have to be done to the room and it is uncertain when it will reopen.

October 1 was an unfortunate day for the Music Department at HWS, but hopefully growth in the care for the arts at the Colleges will arise from the incident.

TRIAS continued from Page 1 and Geneva communities together.

Conroy-Goldman believes there was “a lot of energy around connecting HWS and the town of Geneva through literary events,” like those recently held at the Cracker Factory. Likewise, the resident writer will be expected to hold a service event of some sort.

Professor Conroy-Goldman does not know exactly what to expect for these events, but she hopes “they will be creative about it.” In addition, the writer will be expected to contribute to the campus by bringing in other notable writers for a series of readings.

Although it is not a requirement of the writer to have taught in an academic setting before, ConroyGoldman maintains “they have to show evidence of teaching excellence.” During the fall semester, she explained, the chosen writer will be teaching a course that is similar to those we have on campus now. He or she will have the freedom to design it to suit his or her area of interest, but it will be “a workshop rather than a literature course.”

“We want to make sure the students have already drawn on what we have to offer before they move to that level of writing,” ConroyGoldman continued. Students will be accepted into the program by application only. The spring semester will consist of a much smaller group of the most talented writers from the fall workshop. This section will be “structured more like an independent study.” The students will meet with the writer only a few times during the semester, giving them a chance to work on one big project.

The Resident Writer is getting a pretty great deal: According to HWS’ website, they will be receiving $70,000 with full benefits and comfortable housing.

Conroy-Goldman emphasized what she thinks is the coolest part of the deal: HWS is looking to buy a house specifically for the addition of the new program. “We are looking for property that could also serve as student space, while providing privacy and space for writer to write.” She also wants it to be a designated space that feels welcoming to everyone. “We’d like to create place for people to drop in, hang out, do work and hold meetings.” By providing an area that is available to students, but also serves as a creative sanctuary for the writer, Conroy-Goldman hopes that “10 years from now there will have been great books that have been written in Geneva.”

She would not reveal any names, but Conroy-Goldman is excited about the way things are shaping up. “We have a list of people we have been communicating with and applications are starting to come in.” Applications are being accepted until November 1. “The residency is as attractive as about anything out there.”

As the list is narrowed down to a few finalists, Conroy-Goldman wants to bring the writers to campus to meet President Gearan and some members of the faculty; she also wants them to get a feel for the area. The first resident is expected to be announced early next semester. For more information, visit www.hws.edu/trias.

Corrections/Clarifications from last issue An article about the SEIU Local 200United rally stated HWS employees surrender 20 percent of their paychecks toward health insurance. In actuality, they relinquish 20 perccent of their premiums.

Blog of the Week

By Emily Anatole ‘11 Herald Contributor

College Fashion

Photo courtsey of: http://www.collegefashion.net/

As suggested by its name, College Fashion is one of the more practical fashion forward blogs, as it presents styles that are realistic for students.

Let’s face it: The Sartorialist might show off high fashion by featuring glamorous street style, but that’s not exactly what you’re going to wear, at least when walking to class.

Instead, CollegeFashion.net

offers a practical approach to taking runway trends and TV stars’ styles and adapting them to fit a college student’s life and budget. So if you want to know how to dress like Aria Montgomery from “Pretty Little Liars” or get tips and tricks on how to be comfortable but chic, check out CollegeFashion.net!

URL: http://www.collegefashion.net/

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Campus Happenings SEIU Local 200United Petitions For Progress

By Carrie Stevens ‘12 Editor-in-Chief On Oct. 4, Hobart and William Smith Colleges’ union clerical workers and members of Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 200United embarked on the second wave of their fight for contract renegotiations.

The HWS members of Local 200United, like all campus employees, surrender 20 percent of their premiums toward health insurance. The union members demand five percent, rather than 20, to go toward health insurance.

Under the current contract, all HWS employees pay 20 percent of their premiums toward health insurance. All health plans are though Aetna.

By holding a “Rally for Respect,” the group’s second on-campus event, the clericals and other campus employees hoped to elicit support. Two waves of activism, the first from 12-1 p.m. and the second from 4-5 p.m., gave demonstrators valuable time in front of Scandling Center to raise awareness.

do we want it? Now!” “The noon rally brought out a large number of HWS union clerical workers as well as non-union SODEXHO food Carrie Stevens/Photographer services,” said Kit Fallon, who formerly worked in the William Smith Dean’s Marching to raise awareness, union members Office. Now, she’s affiliated with Local of SEIU Local 200United voiced their demands.

200United. “Some students and faculty joined us on our walk around campus. beings and deserve equality and equal pay.”

Everyone was really fired up and there was a An HWS faculty meeting was held concurrently great feeling of solidarity.” with the rally. As professors exited Scandling, Shelley Cervaolo, a lead organizer for they shared telling news: They unanimously Local 200United, echoed Fallon’s remarks. “A voted in lot of people came and gave their support, but support of unfortunately couldn’t stay.” the clerical According to Fallon and Cervaolo, there w o r k s ’ are 50 union clerical members employed by s t r u g g l e . the Colleges. Most work two or three minimum The official wage jobs, which makes purchasing affordable s t a t e m e n t healthcare extremely difficult. released “Our workers provide fundamental and read, “The valuable services that are necessary to faculty of running the Colleges,” Fallon continued. Hobart and She estimated the average salary for the W i l l i a m 50 clerical employees at $20,000-$22,000; S m i t h top-end workers earn about $30,000. She C o l l e g e s said longtime employees only make $2 to s u p p o r t s $3 more per hour than new hires. the clerical According to HWS, the average w o r k e r s Carrie Stevens/Photographer clerical employee earns about $28,000 and the and the difference between new hires and m e m b e r s A bargaining unit member long-term employees is closer to $5 an of SEIU catches the attention of hour.

L o c a l passerby’s.

“We have serious economic issues 200United, that need to be recognized by the college in their community and addressed in a positive, efforts to win improved health insurance forward-thinking way by the HWS benefits.”

Carrie Stevens/Photographer administration.”

Right now, contract negotiations are at a The Colleges’ HR Department standstill. On Oct. 18, an outside mediator will Showing their support, HWS students sign declined to comment.

Local 200United’s petition inside Scandling. arrive on campus to help facilitate productive For the second segment, supporters dialogue with the contract negotiators and the again petitioned outside Scandling. HWS’ Human Resources Department.

During the afternoon session, supporters The cornerstone of the event, however, was Fallon hopes the mediator will help “bring carried signs, banners and posters while the petition itself. According to Fallon, several together the two sides to an outcome on which marching around campus. Although classes were hundred people signed Local 200United’s both can agree.” in session, that didn’t deter the thirty walkers petition, a clear indication of the awareness and Future campus and community actions from making some noise. As students sat in support for the union clericals and their contract will depend how much progress is made in Coxe, Napier and Gulick Halls, members made negotiations. mediation. their way around the Quad, the Warren Smith “We see and interact with these workers “The workers hold our campus together,” Hunting Library and Pulteney Street chanting, everyday,” said Gabby Perez ’11. “They help us Perez ’11 stated. “They hold us together.”

“What do we want? Affordable healthcare! When and they are paid so much less. They are human

Making Strides at the Waterloo Outlets

By Katie Levenstein ‘12 Herald Contributor by a survivor’s speech before the walk began at 9 a.m.

While music played, the large group walked two laps around the outlets. Despite the chilly weather, the group exhibited warm energy.

Girl scouts stood at various stations around the outlets and passed out large water bottles and apples to the walkers.

Once the walk ended, Katie Flowers/Photographer the fun continued. As a HWS students who participated in thank you to the participants, the outlet mall distributed the Making Strides Against Breast coupons to various stores.

Cancer Walk pose for a picture.

Alex Maimis ‘11, a brother of the Delta Chi On Sunday, Oct. 3, members of fraternity, enjoyed participating the Hope House, Hobart Lacrosse in the walk.

“It was nice for our Team, Delta Chi fraternity and fraternity as a group to come out and various community members woke walk to support the cause.” up bright and early to go to the Emma Stratigos ‘12, a resident Waterloo Outlet Mall to make strides of the Hope House, also expressed for breast cancer. This was the positive feelings about the fourth year the outlet mall hosted event.

“This was my second year the Making Strides Against Breast participating in the walk. It’s a fun Cancer Walk.

Many teams wore pink and event for a good cause, and I think purple to represent the fight for it’s a great way to get involved in the community.” breast cancer.

The walk was a great success. A Before the walk began, there total of $35,000 was raised for cancer was a brief warm-up routine to get research. everyone moving. This was followed

The Greek Beat

By Nick Batson ‘11 Herald Contributor

150 Years of Brotherhood Starting today, Chi Phi celebrates its 150th anniversary as a fraternity at Hobart College.

The brotherhood, which makes up the Upsilon Chapter of Chi Phi, is hosting a three-day celebration to commemorate its local founding in 1860. The brothers expect several alumni to return to campus for the festivities, as well as members of its national governing body, the Grand Council.

Tonight, Chi Phi is holding a welcome reception. Visitors will head to Chi Phi’s house at 573 South Main Street to register and meet the current brothers. Soon after, the house will hold a party to start off the weekend celebration.

On Saturday, visitors can tour campus and the house.

In the afternoon, the alumni can relive their classroom days with mini college sessions in Stern Hall. Several faculty and staff, such as Dean Chip Capraro and Professor Jo Beth Mertens, are hosting hour-long classes about current issues, such as fraternity life and the 2010 mid-term elections.

Later at night, Chi Phi will highlight the weekend in the Vandervort Room with a semiformal banquet. The brothers will enjoy an evening of dinner, dancing, speakers, and the announcement of an honorary member at the banquet.

Sunday, they will wrap things up with a brunch and various meetings at the house.

The Upsilon Chapter is one of the three founding chapter of the Chi Phi fraternity, which officially places its founding in 1824. The chapter here in Geneva is the youngest of the three with its 1860 founding, being originally called the Secret Order of Chi Phi. Hobart’s chapter has only been around for a part of its overall history, however. Chi Phi originally left campus in 1880 due to the small size of the College at the time but returned more than one hundred years later in 1987. The Upsilon Chapter has remained on campus since then, residing on Cloverleaf Drive until 1995 when it was able to move into its current house.

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Campus Happenings Got a Question? Student Concierges Have the Answer

By Katie Levenstein ‘12 Herald Contributor Faculty representatives from five other colleges closest in size to HWS met and talked about the best practices at each school. The student concierge was a position that other schools mentioned as being quite successful.

“First-years have lots of questions,’’ Pool adds. “It’s a good idea to have a central location for questions and answers.”

Currently, the student concierges provide information about campus they can either look up or call others to find out. They have updates on general student events and happenings, as well.

The desk also serves as a ticket booth for concerts and other attractions at HWS and in the Katie Levenstein/Photographer Geneva area. A few weeks ago, they distributed Ra Ra Riot tickets.

Student Concierge Meagan Coakley ‘12 explains something Pool says officials hope to to Jade Vasquez ‘12, while Jodi Kreines ‘11 waits her turn to expand the position to offer other ask a question. services that students would like Ever had a question about Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and central on campus. An example something on campus but didn’t Monday through Friday from 5 to would be a laundry service for all students. The bookstore has this know whom to ask? Worry no 7 p.m. longer – the student concierge at “The purpose of the program now, but he thinks it would be HWS will help you out. is to provide a central place for any helpful if the student concierges There are three student student or guest to get an answer did this as well.

In the future, the student concierges: Meagan Coakley, Shane or be directed to the source for concierges will also be able to Samuel and Anna Giangregorio. an answer on anything related to help visiting families make hotel These three students work HWS or Geneva,” said Director reservations by providing a sheet shifts sitting at a desk outside of Student Activities Robert Pool. of places to stay in the area. This the entrance to SAGA. They are “The goal is to get an answer in a sheet will list the names of local equipped with a phone, a computer minimum of two steps.” hotels, motels, and bed and and knowledgeable answers.

The idea for the program came breakfasts along with the distance The hours of the student out of discussion at the New York 6 and length of travel to these places concierge are Monday through Meeting that happened last spring. from campus.

So far the program has been a successful resource on campus.

The student concierges report they are receiving questions daily.

Homecoming weekend was a prime time for activity at the student concierge desk as there were lots of new people with questions.

“So far the student concierges have not been stumped,” Pool stated. Students out there, take this as a challenge to see what questions you can come up with for the student concierges.

Shane Samuel, one of the concierges, suggested to Pool that the program expand by placing a desk in the library atrium. Currently there are no plans for this addition, but if enough students request it this could happen.

The student concierges are certainly enjoying the position.

Samuel says, “It’s a great experience because I’ve gained good customer service skills and communication experience. It will prepare me for my future job.”

Concierge Meagan Coakley says, “I think it’s a good resource for students; it’s a fun job that helps serve the HWS community.” She thinks it will become even more successful once word gets out about what the program provides.

If your schedule is so busy that you can’t make it to the concierge hours to ask a question, don’t fret.

Just call the concierge number during the hours of operation: (315) 781-4598.

Where is He Now? Mark Mareane Builds His Future

By Emily Anatole ‘11 Herald Contributor Hobart alum Mark Mareane ’09 always knew he wanted to be an architect.

After interning at a firm in Syracuse, NY for two years, he became a fulltime employee there, just four days after graduation. Mareane was a project coordinator on 20 K-12 schools, a huge responsibility, but a gratifying one with tangible results.

Anyone interested in architecture would agree this is a great accomplishment.

But unfortunately, due to the struggling economy, Mareane and 18 other employees were recently let go. “There was simply not enough work to sustain the workforce the company had employed.”

Although his situation is a difficult one, Mareane is taking it with the best attitude Photo courtesy of Mark Mareane possible. He explains, “It instantly made me realize I needed to be more independent, aggressive and progressive in my professional and personal life.”

This isn’t what Mareane would have anticipated, but the situation has led him to work harder to achieve his goals. “I have been working sleeplessly to sharpen the skills that are the most marketable in the field of architecture.” He explains that

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knowing how to use computer programs such as AutoCAD, Revit, Google Sketch up and Adobe Creative Suite are crucial in the industry today, so he is using this time to complete tutorials and certification courses in order to “maximize his potential for future opportunities.”

Not everyone lands a job right away and, as Mareane will tell you, sometimes unexpected situations will arise. His story shows the reality of the recession, but more importantly, his way of handling it is something all HWS students should follow after. Life will be challenging, but take what comes your way, grow from it and you’ll be a better person.

“If there were one thing I gained from this experience it was to stay motivated and driven even in the most stressful condition and never lose sight of your goals or purpose.”

Whether it takes weeks or months to find a new job, Mareane knows that enhancing his skills, having a strong work ethic and a clear passion will go a long way. He explains the most exciting part about having a job is witnessing the impact of what you do on the success of the company. “It is a much different sensation than doing well on a paper or an exam. It can be much more serious and the consequences are real.”

He realizes the real world is competitive and this is an especially difficult time for a young person trying to enter the working world, but this shouldn’t prevent people from following their dreams.

Seniors shouldn’t fear graduating and students studying architecture shouldn’t be turned away. Mareane simply advises others to be on top of the job process. It’s never too early to start searching. He also suggests that students “treat every class and activity you are involved with seriousness. Have an open mind. You never know when something may jump out and grab your interest. Without an open mind, you will miss something that could potentially be your specialty. Find a particular niche within your field and do what it takes to excel in it.”

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Campus Happenings HWS, Geneva Presenting Thought-Provoking Play

By Karissa Seeberger ‘12 Campus Happenings Editor “To my mind, the function of theater is to investigate careful and critical thinking in an entertaining way,” says Professor Patrick Collins, coordinator of the Arts Program.

Collins is heading a production that Hobart and William Smith students along with the Geneva Theater Guild have been working on since last year, a docudrama called the Laramie Project.

The production is based on the aftermath of the 1998 murder of a homosexual student from Wyoming University, Matthew Shepard.

The play will take place from Nov. 5 to 13 in the Black Box Theatre at the Geneva Community Center. It represents all sides of the tragedy, heavy on monologues, after 400 interviews of the residents of Laramie, Wyoming.

The interpretation of the play is a team effort between HWS and the greater Geneva community.

For each production, there will be 50 seats available to HWS and 50 for the public. Students can receive a voucher at the Student Concierge Desk in Scandling Center, which will entitle them one free ticket if presented at the door with their student ID at least 10 minutes before the show.

There are many parallels between Geneva and Laramie.

The collaboration of the Geneva community and the Colleges is intentional and appropriate, because Collins is hoping to “use the play as a vehicle to initiate

discussion in the Colleges and the local community regarding not only homophobia, but hate crimes, speech and cultural intolerance.’’

There will be projections of the town of Laramie/ Geneva and HWS/ Wyoming University to further emphasis the similarity between the communities. In addition, photographs from 1998 onward of hate crime victims will be displayed.

Hoping to combat homophobia and draw attention to the theme of discrimination and hate that exist in many communities, the play will hold a Talk Back session at the closing of each performance, in which the audience can discuss the issues at hand.

It has been a growing experience for the actors, who have handled the subject wholeheartedly and even become emotionally attached to the piece.

Collins not only hopes to fill the intimate Black Box Theatre, but wants “the play to resonate in the community.” He has carefully planned the interaction of the Geneva Theatre Guild with HWS participants, having some rehearsals in Bartlett Theatre and others in the Geneva Community Center.

“I have one foot in both realms,” explained Collins regarding his role in the production. He said he has the opportunity to bridge the Colleges with the community while shedding light on an issue that can no longer be ignored, and must be confronted with a holistic approach.

William Smith Congress Update

By Annie Mandart ‘14 Herald Contributor William Smith Congress had its most recent meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 12.

One of the main focuses was planning Phi Sigma Kappa’s 3rd Annual Turkey Trot. The Turkey Trot is set to take place on November 14, and with be open to anyone interested.

Par ticipants must pay 5 dollars and will receive a t-shirt and food. All proceeds will be donated to the Red Cross.

Thus far, Phi Sig has eight sponsors between campus and community supporters.

Sponsor money would help to fund the t-shirt making and distribution as well as the donation to the Red Cross. This event will most likely take place, due, in part, to its great turn out in the past.

Students brought up the idea of possibly holding a gala event on campus. This idea would require student interest in order for it to work. Also, other clubs would need to join forces in order to make the event possible.

The final point of the meeting was the possibility of distributing rape to those who are interested. The whistles should be seen as serious tools for student safety, and therefore there would be a $500 fine if they are misused.

For the distribution, there will be the tabling in Smith Hall, rather than Scandling, due to the seriousness of this issue.

For more information on the thoughts and ideas of the WSC, be sure to attend their weekly meetings on Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. in Coxe 007.

A Conversation With John Heavey

Globe Trotting: Greetings From England

By Carrie Stevens ‘12 Editor-in-Chief

By Gideon Porter ‘12 Herald Contributor

The host of Hobart and William Smith’s “Meet the Campus” and “Back to School” videos, John Heavey ‘09 talks about the trials and tribulations of running a webseries.

CS: How did the idea for the “Meet the Campus” episodes develop?

JH: At the start of the 2010 Spring Semester, I was working in the Office of Communications as a web developer and doing minor, Photo courtesy of HWS Communications sporadic video work.

The Director of Communications came to me and said it was time to start cranking out videos for the web each week. Our initial premise was to sit down with a member of the faculty, staff and student body each week. During Winter Break, I shot some interviews and cut together a preliminary “episode,” and the style stuck.

The administration reviewing the videos wanted me to act as “host,” so I threw on a blazer and ended up including myself.

CS: What was the most challenging part about producing each episode?

JH: When it came down to actually making the videos, I ended up essentially doing it by myself. This, at times, made it technically challenging and comical, to the point where I would set up a tripod and hang up a green screen in a vacant office to film myself. What became most challenging was the pace of producing a new “episode” each week.

CS: What can the campus community expect from the “Back to School” videos?

JH: The idea behind the back to school videos is that in addition to interviewing members of the faculty, staff and student body, we would now like to go in and take part in what it is they do. In theory, I, an alum from 2009, would go “back to school” and be video taped trying to learn and take part in some of the interesting opportunities and activities we have here on campus.

For a little over a month I have been studying in Bath, England, with a program called Advanced Studies in England, or ASE for short. ASE is a small study abroad program, which maxes out at around 50 students.

Bath is a 90 minute Photo courtesy of Gideon Porter train from London and has around 85,000 Porter ‘12 (middle), along with residents. It is very old, HWS students Kate Cottrell ‘11 historical, and beautiful and is known for its and Maggie Smith ‘12, visits Roman Baths and as a Stonehenge. city where Jane Austen lived. some British words like “queue” Being abroad is amazing. I for line and “quid,” which is live in a house with seven other slang for a British pound.

American students. For fun we The most challenging thing go to pubs and night clubs; we about studying abroad was also explore the city in our free getting my VISA – it was very time. This past Friday I went tedious and time consuming. to a Bath Rugby game, which Otherwise, everything has gone was very exciting. The students pretty smoothly. are great, the ASE staff is very I recommend that if you helpful and informative and the have the chance to go abroad, city itself has been a lot of fun definitely take advantage of it. so far. I’ve gotten to know some HWS has a great study abroad British students, which is a program; there seems to be great experience. At the end of a place for everyone to study October, I’m going to Madrid, abroad and the Global Education Paris and Athens with friends office could not have been more from home and abroad. Later on helpful through the application in the semester, I’ll be going to process. Also, when you are in London and hopefully Dublin.

Europe, take advantage of how The British culture definitely easy and cheap it is to travel. has its differences from our Cheers.

American culture. I’ve picked up

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Campus Happenings Busy Opus Will Add Wine, Cheese and More

By Karissa Seeberger ‘12 Campus Happenings Editor For those who have been lucky enough to experience Opus Espresso and Wine Bar, it is clear that after three weeks of being open, the initial dream of a great hang-out spot in downtown Geneva has been accomplished.

The creativity and amiability of owners Chelsey Madia and Heather Tompkins is reflected in everything from the euro café ambience to the decadent espresso drinks to the fresh bakery goods. Upon walking in, the song “Just Breathe” blends in appropriately with background noise as Chelsey at the coffee bar chats personably to regular customers.

When asked if she has been at all overwhelmed, Chelsey answers after a thoughtful pause, “Yes, we’ve been overwhelmed with happiness.”

According to the owners, “Customers are loving our colors and the warmth of the livingroom feel.” They have a tentative plan for the direction of the thriving café, including acquiring their liquor and beer license by this winter and post-winter break, in HWS time, so that they can move forward with the wine component of the espresso and wine bar.

They will remodel the current espresso bar into a more hybrid wine/espresso serving style

to give it a cohesive feel, an infusion of local wines and carefully made coffee drinks. Heather is plotting out a simple cheese board with the help of local cheese shops such as Muranda’s and Keeley’s. She also is working on a menu that is “wine-friendly” and includes a nice variety of scrumptious tapas (appetizers). Chocolate is

a notoriously great accompaniment to wine and coffee, and Hedonist chocolates from Rochester, known for their delicious bark, are featured at Opus.

While they incorporate the wine, they are trying to maintain the importance of the espresso; a specialty of Heather’s and one of the drinks featured at Opus is “the flatline” which

consists of espresso, half-steamed milk, and half foam.

Students have been raving about the quality of the beverages. Olga Emelianova ‘12 described her hazelnut latte as “very fresh, not burnt at all, and the best latte I’ve ever had.”

For interested students and faculty, Opus’ owners are currently offering to host private parties for birthdays or other events worth celebrating so they can enjoy the treats the café has to offer.

HWS students will now receive a 10 percent discount on their Opus experience when they present their IDs. Customers can check out the updated specials on Facebook or Opus’ now-live Web site, www.opusfingerlakes.com.

The owners are currently looking to hire three to four staff members to help at the bustling café.

While the café has enjoyed the business and company of the students and professors who have been frequenting Opus, Chelsey and Heather are really interested to know what the students want? So if you head over to the café and check it out, perhaps you could give them some feedback after they whip you up something to eat.

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Opinions “It’s Kind of a Funny Stor y” Review

Hey, Students, Don’t Miss Out on Culture

By Whitman Littlefield ‘11 Opinions Editor

By Jessica Lynn ‘14 Herald Contributor

Photo courtesy of: http://thatteencandyblog.blogspot.com

In a simple, evocative prose, Ned Vizzini tells the tale of Craig Gilner, a clinically depressed high school student at Manhattan’s premier pre-professional academy.

“It’s Kind of a Funny Story” chronicles Craig’s descent into the adult psychiatric ward, following him from his first joint to the night he attempts suicide.

Although the subject matter is of the heaviest sort, Vizzini’s style infuses hope and humor into depression and creates an atmosphere of healing and hilarity in the face of crushing despair.

While living in the mental ward, Craig meets a number of unique and amusing patients.

Vizzini, having been hospitalized for depression himself, portrays the clinically insane people in psychiatric care as personable and human. In doing so, he flips the

public perception of mental patients on its head and draws awareness to the issue of insensitivity towards those hospitalized with psychiatric disorders.

With characters such as the witty and fabulous Humble and the thoughtful and protective “Professor,” Vizzini humanizes mental patients and dispels some discomfort surrounding the public perception of those under psychiatric care.

Depression is attributed to a chemical imbalance in the brain, and pressures and unhappiness in a person’s environment will trigger depression in a more intense and debilitating way. The stress Craig is under at his high school and the pressure he puts on himself to get into a top ranked university directly causes his decline into his crippling depression. With this example, Vizzini comments on the vast amount of pressure put on today’s youth to be the best, and the effects of this pressure on the mental wellbeing of college-bound teenagers.

“It’s Kind of a Funny Story” is classified as young adult novel, but the subject matter makes it appropriate for an older audience.

The characters are well-developed and wonderfully relatable, which makes them the pinnacle of the novel. Although the writing is on the simple side, the story behind it is superior enough to warrant a recommendation. Read this book.

Then see the movie; it has Alan from The Hangover in it.

If you enjoy Scott Westerfield, Ellen Hopkins or Meg Cabot, you’ll enjoy “It’s Kind of a Funny Story.”

The Syracuse Symphony Orchestra was a blast. When I found out the event was free to students, all I could think was, “Jackpot!”

See, lately I’ve really been enjoying classical music on 91.3 out of Syracuse and was excited to see a little of it live. When Thursday rolled around, I collected as many of my friends as I could and dragged them down to the Smith Opera House.

watched Daniel Hege (he was the conductor) flail like a fish in its death throes.

For God’s sake, aren’t college kids supposed to be all about free stuff?

The concert itself was inspirational and imaginative, but I really do recommend sitting in the front, even though that balcony is oh-so-inviting, the sound quality was surprisingly better. When I

For God’s sake, aren’t college kids supposed to be all about free stuff?

As we walked in I could hear a whisper spread around the lobby, “Look, Look! There are some students,” and it was true – besides the seven or so people I’d talked into attending there were only a handful of HWS students taking advantage of this cultural event in Geneva.

That got me thinking, I’ve heard hundreds of times students say, “there ain’t nothing goin’ on in this podunk town.” But I almost never see students reaching out and taking advantage of the events that do cross our tiny plot of earth.

Even if you haven’t spent the last few weeks tuning in at 7 p.m. to hear Bill McGlaughlin’s “Exploring Music,” it would’ve only cost a few hours of your time to come out and expand your horizons. So what if the rest of the audience is ancient and the movie posters out front are for films only French people see. I just boldly sat in the first row and

was in the back I kept wondering, ‘Why won’t they just pump up the volume?’ They played Mozart and Prokofiev, which was awesome because in the last few months I’d become familiar with them.

The highlight of the night was definitely the last piece: Richard Strauss’s “Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks,” which was about disrespect and challenging authorities. The piece narrates the life of a German prankster who tweaks the nose of local magistrates one too many times and hangs at the end. His mocking laughter was captured by the playful E-flat of a clarinet bringing the story to the audience at the Smith.

Finally, I look forward to seeing more of my fellow students at the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra on Friday, Nov. 19, at 7:30 p.m.

Remember: It’s free with your student ID!

Is Obama Failing, Or the Media?

By David Luna ‘14 Herald Contributor In an ideal democracy, interested citizens inform themselves about politics and public policy with accurate news provided by an attentive and independent

atmosphere, President Obama and his agenda are constantly undergoing scrutiny over its failed reforms. The question arises of whether Obama in actuality has

in mind his workload and the over what he wants to do,” says potential for a Republican filibuster Deady, a Democrat. In addition, (whenever a Democratic proposal Deady believes it’s a shame that is presented). This makes the Obama “gets a lot of blame for things legislation Obama has championed not in his control, which lie more in more profound. the hands of Congress … media is a Nonetheless, media showcases huge player in the equation.”

Obama has brought change, the type of change another side, which causes This new wave of ravaging media not even the staunchest Republican can deny. the public to develop similar coverage on Obama, Democrats sentiments. and politics in general couldn’t have media. They use this information faltered on his promise of change: Things only become worse come at a more perilous juncture. in voting, in adjusting to policies Has he misled the public with his when the media’s negative coverage With midterm elections a few in their everyday life, and for agenda’s grandiose guarantees? Or, doesn’t relate to policy. A prime weeks away, the stakes are higher entertainment. has media exaggerated this claim? example of this is the media’s than ever.

The quality and amount of More ominously, what does all this espousal of Obama being Muslim.

If Obama’s congressional information available to citizens pessimistic coverage mean for the As a result, the public became support is weakened, it will make matters for several reasons. upcoming midterm elections? uncertain of Obama’s religion. A it more difficult to pass legislation First, information may have Obama has brought change, recent poll covered by “USA Today” Democrats deem essential. More a direct effect on citizens’ welfare the type of change not even the concluded about “one-third of compromises will occur. Republican simply because they dislike staunchest Republican can deny. Americans correctly say Obama is John Boehner could replace uncertainty; information reduces The type of change – positive or a Christian, down from 48 percent Democrat Nancy Pelosi as Speaker uncertainty. Second, easy access to negative – is debatable. However, who said so last year. In all, 43 of the House of Representatives. information may increase political averting another 1930s-era participation, which, in the view of Depression by bailing out bank and If Obama’s congressional support is weakened, many observers, is beneficial per se. car industries, passing health care Third, and perhaps most important, reform, starting education and new it will make it more difficult to pass legislation access to information may affect energy initiatives and approving a Democrats deem essential. public policy. $787 billion stimulus plan has saved However, there are drawbacks the United States from an increase when there are myriad number in dire economic outlooks and world percent say they do not know what Obama is aware of the media’s sources available and all portray rankings. religion Obama practices. coverage and the public’s dismay different aspects and divergent Whether or not the policies were During a time when anti-Muslim with Democrats and has revamped assumptions.

Citizens are accepted, one must understand that sentiment has grown, this can only his efforts campaigning for his constrained by the information this mess was dropped in Obama’s forebode negative consequences party’s candidates. But, is it too that is made available by the mass lap. The president tailored his for Obama. late? media. This constraint is heightened policies to match the contours of What do Hobart and William As a citizen, you should choose especially when the media is the current economic disaster, a Smith students have to say about all your medium of communication biased and portrays views that are disaster pundits claim Republican this? Mike Deady ’14 thinks Obama carefully, listen to what it says, beneficial to them or their endorsed policies created. wants to do the right thing. analyze it and then come up with candidate, e.g. Fox News.

I agree this is no excuse for “However he hasn’t your own understanding of the With the current political Obama. However, one must keep communicated well with the people situation.

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Arts and Entertainment Prof ’s Opus is Rustic Yet Contemporar y

By Amy Nimon ‘11 Photography Editor Opus has appeared, and with it a new sign. You’ve probably noticed the enormous metal letters displayed boldly across the storefront, and if you’ve been inside, the metal plaque cutout on the wall.

The man behind the metal is Sam Castner, professional sculptor and adjunct instructor of architecture here at Hobart and William Smith.

Originally from Penn Yan, Castner is an Alfred University graduate with a bachelor of arts in Fine Arts. He is currently a self-employed metal sculptor and owns Ironvine Studios on his family’s seven-generation farm on Keuka Lake.

“I took a ceramics class my sophomore year at Alfred and it brought me into the realm of artists. I met people that I immediately became attached to – creative thinkers,” says Castner. That’s when he changed his major to art. “From there I found my passion; that was it—that’s what I wanted to do.”

This is Castner’s first semester teaching at HWS, and the Opus sign was a project he could bring into the classroom. “I brought it into the studio so students could see it,” says Castner. “Everything we’re doing on our first student project is identical to the Opus letters; it’s just in shapes and forms versus letters.” The students were able to see the whole process – how the public work was started in a studio space.

Castner wanted to make a unique sign, something no other storefront had. The Opus sign has a noticeably rustic, handmade look. “It stands out quite nice; it’s very contemporary, very industrial, kind of a great modern look to an old building,” says Castner. “It’s that juxtaposition of old and new that really makes it stand out a little bit.”

Working with scrap metal and found materials is what Castner does best. “I love to use recycled materials, scraps—something I’ve yanked out of a dumpster.” Just before the interview, Castner pointed out the scrapmetal tables he had constructed specifically for his classroom. “I want to be a sustainable metal worker,” says Castner. “As an artist, I go through dumpster and scraps, knowing that I don’t have to pay top-dollar.” He added that scrap metal lasts forever. “The longevity of metal is tremendous. The rust color is natural. In 50 years it’ll look the same.”

Sam Castner/Photographer

Opus is just one of the many projects Castner has been involved with around the Finger Lakes region. He donates his sculptures to charity auctions and also helped remodel the newly renovated Cracker Factory.

When Extreme Home Makeover came to Geneva a couple of years back, “I donated my services as a designer-sculptor.”

Castner describes his commercial work as something very different from his artistic work. “The sign on Opus is not my artwork. That is what I do as a metal fabricator that is artistic. It’s not as intellectual or as thoughtprovoking as my artistic sculpture,” he explains. “Ironvine Studios is my business name. That’s a whole different entity that I market myself with.

That’s when I do Opus and other signs for the Finger Lakes region.” He has much more creative license with his personal projects. “There are no rules. I make it up as I go,” says Castner.

As much as Castner loves what he does, the work doesn’t come without difficulty. “An endless process of not making money” is how he describes being an artist. “Self-employed is sometimes borderline unemployed. Being a self-employed artist is probably one of the hardest jobs I’ve ever had,” says Castner. “I’ve been a contractor, a mason, a plumber, an electrician, an underwater diver, a food store employee, an office supply store employee…

Of all of them, a self-employed artist is the hardest.”

But Castner would rather be a self-employed artist than have a day job.

“I choose to be an artist. I enjoy that lifestyle. It just kind of meshes with who I am personally. It’s my passion to be a metal sculptor.”

“The Monthly Visitor” Returns A feminist magazine on campus, “The Monthly Visitor” incorporates all gender viewpoints. We are looking for articles, rants, poems, artwork- anything that encompasses feminism and gender. Send contributions to Katie Levenstein at Katherine. levenstein@hws.edu no later than Friday, October 22! The first issue will be out by Friday, October 29.

Mark Ronson and the Business International: “Record Collection” Album Review

By Lauren Wells ‘12 Herald Contributor Ronson’s particular fascination and admiration of all things 80’s does not overpower the quality of his collaboration with Boy George on the track “Somebody to Love Me.” It opens with Boy George’s Meatloaf-esque crooning and begins to sound like a classic Culture Club product of the New Romantic style until Ronson’s modern electronic synth loop comes into play. If you love 80’s bubblegum pop, you will love this track. If you find yourself on the metaphorical music fence, give this song a listen anyways.

Although Ronson’s collaboration with Boy George did not yield the best track that ‘Record Collection’ has to offer, his work with Le Bon and Rhodes led to the Photo courtesy of: http://pigeonsandplanes.com album’s catchy title track, and my personal favorite. Ronson debuts Born into a wealthy English family his singing talents, or rather, his speaking comprised of socialites and business talents as he offers his English accent to entrepreneurs, Mark Ronson was propelled the verses of “Record Collection.” Le Bon into the shadows of greatness. Challenged masters the chorus with ease, singing the to make a name for himself, Ronson has catchiest bit: “I only want to be in your record excelled; he’s created two albums, various collection, and I’ll do anything it takes just to top ten hits, a 2008 Best Male Artist BRIT get there.” award and many accolades for his talents as a The song is reminiscent of sounds found producer, but is with his new album “Record in a video arcade, with fun electronic loops Collection” that he really breaks free. underlying the seemingly nonsensical and The album displays one collaboration rather autobiographical lyrics. This track after the other, as Ronson sought out the takes a few listens to warm up to, but after talents of many musicians, including 80’s that, you’ll have it on repeat for months. legends Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes from ‘Record Collection’ features a variety Duran Duran and Boy George from Culture of instrumental track transitions with “The Club. Ronson has been performing with Colour of Crumar,” “Circuit Breaker,” Duran Duran and has lent his production “Selector” and “Missing Words.” The talents toward their thirteenth studio album. instrumentals range from light-hearted So sorry, Culture Club. electronic pop to deeper mellowed low

energy electronic tracks.

The album’s first single “Bang Bang Bang,” featuring MNDR and Q-Tip, is the album’s highest energy point and the track that begins the album. The single was released in July and meshes equal parts of catchy synthesized electronica with the Brit-hip-hop flare. Q-Tip’s raps and MNDR’s feminine vocals balance out the unity of the track as their message reflects their style; the vocalists sing about camaraderie and seeing life’s “big picture.”

“Record Collection” feels like a random medley of musical taste, with an overwhelmingly 80’s nostalgia present, but it works. The odd transitions between tracks make it entertaining to experience, particularly the transition from “Bang Bang Bang” to “Lose it in the End” (featuring Ghostface Killah and Alex Greenwald) feels like something straight from a Western film: a brilliant, electronic showdown of sorts.

“Record Collection” is a form of sensory overload, overwhelmingly complex and simultaneously simple. The album is faring well and has reached the top of the UK Albums and Album Download charts.

With each new creative work Ronson produces, he distances himself from the uncontrollable whirlwind of attention that his family name draws. His talent clearly stands apart from that of his fashion designer sister and his celebrity DJ sister. Ronson’s “Record Collection” taps into his socialite talents to coax anyone into working with him, but it also demonstrates his dedication to the recording industry.

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Arts and Entertainment Ask Doctor Blackwell Have a question that you need answered?

Can’t ask anyone else?

Write me at Herald@hws.edu

The Elizabeth Blackwell section welcomes any and all questions concerning your life, your roommate’s smelly feet, your sex conundrums, the attractiveness of that guy in your Bio lab or the way that girl in your English class looks at you when you take your seat. Lizzy is here for you, at your service. If ever there was someone to whom you could ask your most burning questions, it would be the ever helpful Elizabeth Blackwell! I’m waiting with my always honest opinion, so start sending in those questions!

Dear Dr. Blackwell, Do you believe distance actually makes the heart grow fonder, or is it safe to say that distance sucks and just screws with our minds?

The guys here are great, don’t get me wrong Lizzy, but I think I’m still hung up on this guy from back home. Regardless of the amount of guys I meet in classes or at frat parties, I still find that my best friend from back home is the only one on my mind. I don’t want to wait around for him if nothing is going to happen, but I know it’ll be hard to forget my feelings.

What do I do?

Sincerely, Confused and Compromising

“Let Me In” Creepy, in a Good Way

By Hannah Semaya ‘13 Herald Contributor A remake of the 2008 Norwegian film “Let the Right One In,” there is truly one word that describes this movie: creepy.

It is the 1980’s and young Owen, played by Kodi SmitMcPhee (“The Road”), is lonely.

At home, he has only his mother – who might have a slight drinking problem. At school, he has to deal with some incredibly brutal bullies. Things start to change when a quiet little girl moves in next door … but she has a secret. And Owen has no idea just how dark that secret is.

The girl, Abby, is played

by Chloe Moretz (“Kick Ass,” “(500) Days of Summer”). It is quickly revealed that Abby has some strange needs. She needs to be invited into a room before she can enter (the origin of the film title, look at that!) and she needs to drink blood to survive. And as vampire saturated as the movie world has become, this one is different. None of the characters are all good, or all evil.

Owen is a creepy kid, at times even creepier than Abby.

Fantasizing about getting back at the kids that bully him, he buys a knife in a shop with money stolen from his mother’s wallet. Not exactly the actions of a classic

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protagonist for sure.

Abby is a questionable character, helping Owen by telling him that he needs to hit back harder than he dares. She speaks harshly to her guardian, played by Richard Jenkins (“Burn After Reading”). He might just be more than just her guardian.

“Let Me In” is a creepy, but satisfying movie. The characters are complicated. The suspense sequences are fantastically tense.

It’s one of the rare movies where if the ending made you happy, it would just feel wrong. 4/5 stars.

Dear Confused and Compromising, Oh honey, it’s going to be okay! As you know, there are two ways in which this situation could go. Either you continue talking to your friend from back home or move forward in search of something new; let’s explore both options, shall we?

Remember when you were sure you could save the world...

You seem to really like this boy or possibly even love him, so I would encourage you to pursue something. However, I would hate for you to miss out on someone great, someone such as a nice Hobart boy. That being said, I do see your problem, my dear. People from our past remain due to strong connections that we have had with them, whether they be good or bad connections. Clearly, this boy from your past was one of the good connections, since you feel so strongly about him. Because of this, I think you should absolutely take the risk and tell him how you feel. If you want a relationship or something of the sort, you must actively pursue it rather than sit around and hope for the best to fall into place. I have faith in meaningful relationships, and if this boy shares your feelings it is sure to work out. If the unfortunate happens and he is hesitant to start a relationship, do not lose hope. You will find someone perfect when the time is right, my darling. Whatever you so choose to do, be sure to do it exuding confidence. You are capable and beautiful, and know in your heart what the right choice is.

Good luck my dear, Dr. Blackwell

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Sports Hobart Helps Happiness House

Herons Aid Breast Cancer Battle

By Carrie Stevens ‘12 Editor-in-Chief

By Carrie Stevens ‘12 Editor-in-Chief On average, the organization serves 1,000 families each year.

The Tackles and Touchdowns fundraiser is slated for the WPI game on Oct. 30. Local businesses and fans will have the opportunity to donate $1 for every tackle Hobart makes and $7 for every touchdown Hobart scores.

Interested Photo courtesy of HWS Athletic Communications contributors can also pledge a flat rate.

Junior offensive lineman Jarrid Blades In the days preceding the contest, wants to ensure the Hobart football team Hobart football players plan to visit continues its tradition of community Happiness House. “We’ll wear our uniform involvement. This year, Blades and his and play with the kids,” Blades explained. teammates will tackle opponents and score “We’ll read to them, play games with them, touchdowns for Happiness House. pretty much anything they want us to do.”

Following in the footsteps of the Overall, Blades hopes the service Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) and its project will raise awareness and funds for facilitators – graduates Angelo Catalano ‘10 Happiness House; it will also allow the and Tim Ivory ‘10 and current student Mike Statesmen to give back.

Barlow ‘11 – Blades began preparations “Angelo essentially passed the torch for the fundraiser in early June. During to me,” the political science and American the summer, he contacted Hobart Athletic studies double major said of his appointment Director Mike Hanna ‘68 and brainstormed to the fundraising effort’s helm. ideas.

Last year, Statesmen student-athletes “Mr. Hanna was extremely helpful chose the WWP, a non-profit organization during this process. This is an exciting that helps injured U.S. military personnel opportunity not only for us, the student- upon their return home from service. athletes, but also for the children.”

“Angelo was able to get the entire team Blades, who has an aunt with Down’s behind the cause. I’m trying to get everyone syndrome, said Happiness House and its involved as well.” goals hit close to home. “We wanted to give The Statesmen (3-2) will square off back to the local community this year.” against Merchant Marine (Oct. 23) before Happiness House branches span the WPI matchup. across Ontario, Seneca, Yates, and Wayne Those interested in making a Counties. Established in 1969, the nonprofit contribution to Happiness House may educational, health, and human service contact the Hobart Athletics Department agency has developed programs and (315.781.3565) or Jarrid Blades (jarrid. services for children and adults that address blades@hws.edu). developmental disabilities and syndromes.

HWS Athletes Give Back

By Kristyna Bronner ‘14 Herald Contributor William Smith athletes contributed to the number of volunteers.

Izzi Metz, Hobar t’s basketball coach, took members of Photo courtesy of HWS Communications the HWS b a s k e t ball, On October 1 and 2, squash and hockey teams to the Special Olympics were cheer on the Special Olympic held in Seneca Falls, NY, and featured seven sports athletes at the Opening including soccer, softball Ceremony Friday night. At an event like the Special and cross country.

Nearly 900 athletes Olympics, volunteers play a and coaches attended the major role.

Special Olympics New games, in addition to 1,000 York state it provides “yearvolunteers. Hobart and

round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-style sports for all children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and participate in a sharing of skills and friendship with their families, Special Olympics athletes and the community.”

caps while in the pool.

D u r i n g the Nazareth Invitational Oct. 17 and 18, the WS golf team will lace up pink shoelaces and wear pink Photo courtesy of HWS Athletic Communications undershirts.

Golfers will also Throughout October, William Smith student- use pink tees and tie pink athletes and coaches will ribbons on their golf bags.

The Heron field continue to support the fight against breast cancer hockey squad will show its and honor National Breast support with pink ribbons Cancer Awareness Month and shoelaces.

Featuring the color (NBCAM). The Herons will facilitate events and pink in their pregame fundraisers for Embrace attire, the soccer team Your Sisters, a local charity wears pink warm-up shirts that offers short-term and the cross country team breast cancer-related pins pink ribbons on their financial assistance to area warm-up suits.

Through fall practices residents.

The William Smith and into the spring, the Athletics Department has lacrosse team will wears been an active supporter pink gloves. Last year, the of the fight against breast squad made a donation cancer, raising more than to Embrace Your Sisters $60,000 for breast cancer through Clifton Springs research and patient Hospital and Clinic.

For women’s regattas support over the past 12 during the month of years.

Every Friday in the October, the sailing team month of October, the will suit up in pink pinnies.

The basketball team coaching staff will have the option to participate plans to wear pink ribbons in Denim Day. Established on practice uniforms until in 1996, the movement the month of October operates under the slogan comes to a close.

The William Smith “one day, one cause, one cure.” In exchange for a Athletics Department is donation to Embrace Your selling tickets for a benefit Sisters, members of the titled “Chefs, Wine and William Smith Athletics Art.” Sponsored by the Wegmans staff may wear jeans to work Canandaigua on Fridays. The Hobart Community Connections Athletics Department has Team, the fundraiser will feature a selection of wine also signed on in support.

The Heron rowing and food, in addition to a team will sport the silent action. The event signature pink ribbon logo is scheduled for Oct. 17 on its unisuits during races from 2-5 p.m. at the New in October. The squad also York Wine and Culinary plans to sell pink t-shirts Center; its proceeds will during its regattas. The benefit Embrace Your proceeds will be donated Sisters. Tickets cost $25 per person.

For more to Embrace Your Sisters.

Starting on Saturday, information contact Sally Oct. 16, the swimming and Scatton. diving team will don pink Interested in community service?

Take part in

DAYS OF SERVICE First Day: Saturday, October 23 12:00 to 4:00 PM Meet on the Quad Lunch will be provided!

Go to CCESL’s Day of Service web page to register today!

Current Team Records Hobart Cross Country

William Smith Cross Country

Hobart Football

William Smith Field Hockey

Next race is Oct. 16 @ CCOC Championships

Next race is Oct. 16 @ CCOC Championships

Overall: 3-2 Streak: W1

Overall: 10-3 Streak: W1

Hobart Soccer

William Smith Soccer

Hobart Rowing

William Smith Rowing

Overall: 6-5-2 Streak: L3

Overall: 9-2-9 Streak: W2

Next regatta is Oct. 16 @ Head of Genessee

Next regatta is Oct. 16 @ Head of Genessee