Letter to the editor

We, as humans have choices, and our decisions reflect our character and beliefs. We do have some control in our lives and others.

It is so sad to see how the respect for all life has deteriorated. Just because we have the power to hurt or end another life doesn't give us the right.

When we get behind the wheel of a car, we also have choices that can result in life or death. All year our wildlife struggle to find food and shelter in their diminishing habitat, only to have their lives ended by someone behind the wheel of a car.

If a deer darts out in front of our car on a major highway, we have little control. On our back roads we do have more control. We could drive the speed limit, use our peripheral vision, be prepared to slow down or stop, or even better, blow our horn to chase them back to safety.

Sadly, I feel that the attitude of some people is "Who cares?" I do.

Jan Fogle feeling good.

I'd like to thank Laurie Keenan-McGarvey for having these meetings. This was exactly what she needed to do. I only wish she had done it earlier in the year. We might have had a better opinion of her then. She was genuinely shocked when she found out that the students didn't consider her as an advocate for them and how really low an opinion everyone had of her. But now Keenan-McGarvey is looking to set things right between the administration and the students. Granted, there is a long way to go and a lot of damage and sour souls to be repaired, but for the first time we're seeing light at the end of the tunnel. The downswing of morale on this campus is seemingly coming to an end.

I would like to see this era of good feelings continue. The rest of the administration should take Keenan-McGarvey's lead and meet with the students to actually listen to their concerns. There is hope for the future of Cabrini College now that the administration has implemented this new "listen to the students" policy. This is a policy I hope they continue. In fact, the administration has to continue it now. If they don't, the war will start again, and the students won't play so nice next time. But I hope things never have to come to that.

Men's JV Soccer looks promising

The men's Junior Varsity Soccer team beat out Delaware County Community College, 1-0 on October 2nd. Sophomore Pat Dever made the winning goal in the last minute of the game. Dever buried bis shot in the corner of the net after dribbling through several stunned defenders. The JV team consists of freshman and sophomore reserves form the varsity team.

"These guys have a lot of heart and it's given me something to think about," coach Doug Meder said.

Dixon Gym back in service in time for madness

After an accident involving a soccer ball and the sprinkler system over the summer, the Dixon center gym floor had to be repaired. It is now fully functional and the volleyball team can take advantage of it instead of travelling to neighboring schools for their 'home' games. The floor's first non-volleyball business of the year will be the Midnight Madness festivities on Friday, Oct. 13, complete with games, music and fun for the whole community.

Investigation into threats to Olympic athletes proceed

The FBI is investigating a college student who allegedly e-mailed death threats to track star Marion Jones during the Olympics. An 18-year-old man, whose name is being withheld, has been suspended from Fredonia State because of messages sent to Jones, and her husband, shot putter C.J. Hunter. A decision on whether to file criminal charges could be made within a few weeks, said First Assistant U.S. Attorney Kathleen M. Mehltretter.

Running recommended for many reasons

Clear mind, energized body, several problems solved. It's not impossible. One can get all these things when he or she goes running according to The American Council on Exercise. If one sticks with it and run on a regular basis, you'll become a better runner and develop a healthy habit that can last a lifetime.

From a fitness standpoint, there are few activities better than running. It helps the runner stay slim (according to Runner's World magazine, a 150-pound runner bums approximately 100 calories per mile of running) and it improves cardiovascular fitness and endurance, making all the other sports and activities you love to do a whole lot easier.

Runners don't need to learn complicated skills or buy a lot of expensive equipment.

Here are some basic running tips from the American Council on Exercise:

- Keep your head level, avoid bouncing and lean forward slightly from the ankles, not the waist.

- Keep your shoulders down and relaxed.

- Strike the ground first with your heel, then roll to the ball of the foot, pushing o from the toes.

Health and Safety Tips

-Wear bright clothing

- Run with a group

- Beginners should, increase mileage slowly and don't run everyday to avoid injury.