Nov. 01, 2001 issue 09 Loquitur

Seeking unity amongst diversity . -

by CatherineDilworth staff writer

Although Cabrini has increased it's minority enrollment, Shirley Dixon, the college's coordinator for diversity said the college still has a long way to go.

In recent years college enrollment has risen to unparalleled levels. Most students enter college not only for the classroom experience, but also for various external social factors. Stable environments are conducive to education and typically include elements such as tolerance and acceptance of other cultures. An environment void of such elements often is detrimental to the social, emotional and educational growth of students.

"During the past few years, we have made some strides in our efforts to make certain that African Americans and others of color have equal access to our campus. Yet, we have a long way to go. I have witnessed that racism is much more ingrained into society then we would like to admit," Shirley Dixon, coordinator of the office of diversity initiatives, said. "Racism exists every where. Cabrini is not exempt from this," Dixon said.

Dixon said racism is a bad thing, "even though I am an photo by Justine DiFilippo African-American who has not ex-

beliefs destroy any concepts of 'This race is better than that race.' I believe nothing good can come from that type of thinking."

Multiracial people experience racism also. "What are you?"

Chrissy Walk, a student at Penn State University, said. "It's a rude question, to be sure, when I know that someone is addressing my ethnic heritage. Yet, it's one that I hear all the time, from any number of people; the checker at the grocery store, random passers-by admiring my child, a new co-worker, even an old friend who never got around to asking me the fated question before. It seems that people feel much more comfortable asking about my ethnic heritage than I do explaining it," Walk said.

"We don't have the benefit of fitting in to the well-defined categories of Caucasoid, Negroid and Mongoloid. (In some cases, we may fit into all three of those), Walk said. Walk is black. white, Hispanic and Italian.

"Cablinasian" is the way Tiger Woods, the golf star, describes himself. Woods is one quarter black, one quarter Thai, one quarter Chinese, one eighth white and one eighth American Indian.

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Ashcroft warns uneasy nation to stay ~lert

MichaelA Kazanjian editor in chief

Once again, the nation is on high alert. During a televised press conference on Monday, Attorney General John Ashcroft told Americans that the government has received a "credible" warning. The Justice Department issued a threat advisory to 18,000 law enforcement agencies.

Ashcroft and FBI Director Robert f.4ueller did not give the source of the information. Ashcroft would only repeat, "We believe this threat is credible."

Ashcroft asked Americans to be patient over the coming weeks because higher security measures may be taken. "We urge Americans in the course of their normal activities to remain alert and to report unusual circumstances and inappropriate behavior to the appropriate authorities," Ashcroft said.

This warning is the second in October. On Oct. 11, a similar warning was issued stating that we could be facing more terrorist activities over the coming days. Ashcroft said that this new information was obtained from a different source.

The warning did state that the attacks would be within the coming week, but it was not specific as to the nature of the attacks or where they would be taking place.

President Bush said, ''We believe that the country must stay on high alert, that our enemies still hate us. Our enemies have no values that regard life as precious. They're active, and therefore, we're constantly in touch with our law enforcement officials to be prepared." However, the President did ask Americans not to stop their daily lives. ''The American public must go about their lives. I understand it's a fine balance," Bush said.

A mural of a tossed salad featuring multi-racial people is on the wall by perienced racism on this campus or the first floor of Widener Center by the Wolfington Center of Service and in my personal life, my personal Leaming.

photo by April Caldwell

The nation is being extremely cautious when handling mail since Anthrax has been linked to letters sent through the post office. Since Ashcroft's warning, the nation is now cautious in many other aspects of life, too.

RobertCumming,Jr.: 1979-2001

anticipate if the students comprehended the class material or the exam, he would ask Cumming what he thought. Cumming was like a "barometer" that Metz could measure his class against.

"He was in my Seminar 300 class," Dr. Sharon Schwarze, philosophy department chair, said. "At first he rather resisted having to do community service, but he always took responsibility while working with the people at the St. Edmond's Home.

"He thoroughly enjoyed it and he thanked me afterwards. It was.a very worth wild experience for him personally,'' Schwarze said.

Cumrning's friend Dustin Farrell, senior English and communication major, said how he admired his friend's athletic talent and how "Rob turned his life around pretty much in the past year and a half."

cigarette in his house. When Maze questioned him why and whose new rule it was, Cumming answered back, "Mine." He told Maze that he quit and was also doing some serious working out to get back into shape.

"He was bettering himself everyday," Maze said.

"He was a great kid," Cumming said, "Rob was close with his friends from high school. They all went to different colleges but they saw each other on the weekends. Their spirits spread to other people as they remained tight, till this day."

Robert B. Cumming, Jr., 22, died Monday, Oct. 22, 200 I. His death was felt as an unpredictable catastrophe throughout the campus community and throughout Yardley, Pa, his hometown where family and friends reside, yet his life and his passions were felt with greater effects.

Cumming was a college student with big plans. He had potential bursting from his fingertips. His passions occupied his free time and he frequently traveled around in pursuit of one of the most important things in his life, the band Phish. Cumming and his friends have been coast-to-coast following the band. To some people Phish is just a band but to Cumming and his friends Phish was a lot more than that.

"Rob's passion for Phish was more like a journey. They would collect"rocks from each concert;' Cumming's rather, Robert B. Cumming, said. "He had the most extensive Phish collection in the world. He traveled to California, Colorado, Minnesota, Atlanta he's been to more states than I have."

Lacrosse was another one of Cumming's passions. He was a high quality athlete just as he was a music fan. He was the captain of

his lacrosse team at Holy Ghost Preparatory school and cilrently holds the record for the most goals scored by a high school player in Pa.

"It [lacrosse] was new in the area and he got into it and loved it. It's an athletic game and because it combines a lot into one, that's why I think he loved it," Cumming said. "Rob was recruited to play lacrosse for Drexel University. The eight-hour practice days during the off-season turned Rob off to the team."

Cumming said his son played lacrosse because he enjoyed the sport, but not when it became like a job. He believes his son did not play at Cabrini because "he didn't want to get into the strenuous program physically and daily again, yet it was still something he loved."

Cumming also loved soccer and basketball. He was a New York Yankee and Giants fan. He was a best friend to many. One of his friends, an only child, had his life changed through his friendship with Rob and felt be gained not only a friend but also a brother with their friendship. Cumming was someone who once he opened to you, you knew him and loved him. He was the strength and support of many. He created some of the fondest moments of life for others. He was going places in life

photo courtesy of Jake Maze and had already been to so many. He worked out his hard days and enjoyed his happy ones.

Cumming's friends asked how could they lose a brother that they felt so dependent on? One said that no one should lose the Rob in his or her life.

"I think what you see around him is the people's tremendous sense of loss;• Cumming's advisor, Dr. Brian Metz, of the business administration department, said. Cumming was a business administration major, with a minor in finance.

"So many people knew him, were impacted by him, and the people who didn't know him learned how something really special was lost," Metz said.

Metz taught Robert four classes after he transferred from Drexel University to Cabrini. "I got to know him inside and outside of the classroom. He was quiet but I found him interesting. I always enjoyed the extra minute I would get to chat with him before class.

"He never talked about himself. He wasn't boastful. He wasn't self-focused. When you talked to Robert it wasn't all about him.

"He was by any measures, a good student. Always present physically and mentally," Metz said. Cumming sat towards the front of the classroom in Metz's classes and if Metz ever needed to

Jake Maze, Cumming's best friend, described Cumming as having a harder outer shell that was difficult to get through but well worth it.

"Once you got through the outer shell and into the friendship there was no getting out. He would do anything for his friends. He would come and pick you up anywhere or buy his friend an airline ticket to California to go see a Phish concert," Maze said.

Maze met Cumming when he first came to Cabrini through a mutual friend. Maze is a senior English and communication major. This year he lived within walking distance of Cumming's house in Ardmore.

"Our friendship was weird. We would be together all the time. He lived right down the street. Anytime I was having an emotional day I would go to Rob's house to be in his environment and to have my spirits lifted. There was never any negative energy in that house.

"He was a hard kid to get to know but once you did it was a genuine friendship. We use to jam out to the same vibe but to a completely different beat. I am into the rave, the electronic dance movement, whereas he was into the Phish movement like-I say same vibe, different beat," Maze said.

Maze recalls how the Friday before Cumming passed away Cumming told him not to light up his

Cumming is survived by his parents, Robert B. and JoAnne Hetman Cumming, his brothers and sister, Evan, 14, Sara, 12, and Kyle Cumming, 7, his grandmother, Anne Hetman, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Services were held Friday night, Oct. 26, and Saturday morning, Oct. 27 at the Fitzgerald-Sommer Funeral home and the Holy Ghost Chapel in Yardley, Pa.

Contributions may be made to the Robert B. Cumming, Jr. Memorial Fund by sending donations to Louis Cachio, Jr., Holy Ghost Prep, 2429 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, Pa 19020.

Mass card given out by the Fitzgerald-Sommer funeral home at the viewing and funeral for Cumming.

photo by Dr. Sharon Schwarze

Above: Robert Cumming, Jr.

Left: (from left to right) Jake Maze, David Euler, Robert Cumming, Jr. and Bryan Gooseman hang out in a dorm room.

Renee DI Pietro perspective editor

Diverse students strive to cross the·cultural barriers

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"I go to a college that has a lot of diversity," Kenya Washington said. Kenya Washington is a black student who attends Philadelphia Community College. "I never experienced racism at my school."

"I fit· in with all tjnds of people," Lucy Scott, a black Penn State student, said. "I don't go looking for my own race at a social get together per se, because I am comfortable with myself."

"I go to Temple University, and have had to attend main campus as well as Ambler campus," Habiba King said, a black student at Temple University. "At Temple Ambler there is less diversity and I • sometime feel uncomfortable because I don't come from a white-collar background. Main campus is such a melting pot that I feel free to express myself and I learn more from other ethnicity instead of being so limited. Schools with low diversity can be closed minded in some predicaments.'

"Yes, racism exists at Cabrini," Sophomore Aking Beverly said. "Racism is not directly in your face, but it is in attitude when passerby won't look you in the eye or smile. I ask myself why our sports teams are predominantly minorities. Is that their only purpose, to play sports? When 90 percent of blacks in the sophomore class leave there is something wrong."

"I believe racism exists in the world and Cabrini is no exception," a source, who wished to remain anonymous, said. "Last year a black student put on a mask, scared a girl and was booted off c_ampusimmediately. The masked man was black. This girl had been raped before yet the masked man did not know this. We have students here with nine and l Owriteups that play sports, who still reside on campus. I will be the first to admit that blacks get special treatment for tuition, but is it truly for the minority or to make the school look more diverse. Do you wish to prove you're not racist by

admitting minorities in to your school? Give me an opportunity because I deserve it, not because of something I had no control over. It is a joke."

The first steps to the improvement of education for AfricanAmericans and the desegregation of the school system were the reforms implemented in the 1950s beginning with the court case of Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka. Thurgood Marshall argued in front of the Supreme Court that black parents in several states had their rights violated by the basic segregation in education law, due to the fact that the law in itself keeps them from having equal educational opportunities. Although Marshall won his case, the ruling for equality in schools was ignored by public schools until the 1960s. The second major landmark in eliminating racism and discrimination was the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This act required the elimination of segregation in schools and colleges and created a commission to outlaw job discrimination based on sex, race, color, religion or national origin. The act had the effect of some integration, but other educators took it as an opportunity to close down Black schools and fire teachers in the name of equality.

"I had to grow up with L the stares from people," Theresa Walk, Chrissy Walk's mother, said. "To make the issue even more complicated, it's still not clear whether the days of the 'one-drop rule' really are gone."

The one-drop rule refers to the early American concept that one drop of African-American blood made one an African-American.

"While many of us are not satisfied with denying any part of our heritage in favor of making things simpler for others, there are others, and not just the multiracial folks, who would like to hold on to the mentality that was designed to keep anyone with even a "drop" of black blood from 'crossing over' into the white mainstream. There are plenty of multiracial individuals who prefer to associate themselves with their minority heritage, in the case of mioori-·

ty/white racial mixes," Walk's mother said.

"I am Cherokee Indian," Heather Fann, a student at Kutzstown University said. "I don't receive special treatment and my people had their land taken from them and then were forced to fight to keep it for the white man. I am a minority. I can't go to a school and find more than three people with my ethnic background. All minorities are majorities compared to my minority."

"Last year Cabrini students (white, black, Asian, Latino and international) participated in the Implicit Association Test," Dixon said. This online test analyzed one's preference towards race. The white students tested showed an unconscious preference toward whites. They viewed the information as negative proof of deep lying racism while blacks, who showed preference toward blacks viewed the information as proof of their pride.

Affirmative Action levels the playing field so people of a minority race and all women have the chance to compete in education and in business. Some call Affirmative Action reverse discrimination. White men currently hold 95 percent to 97 percent of the high-level corporate jobs with affirmative action programs in place

"From the outset; affirmative action was envisioned as a temporary remedy that would end once there was a 'level playing field' for all Americans," Dixon said.

An estimate of 70 percent of schools are not in compliance with Title IX, the federal equaleducation opportunity law. For every dollar earned by men, women on a whole earn 74 cents, AfricanAmerican women earn 63 cents and Latin women earn 57 cents. According to the Census Bureau, only 25 percent of all doctors and lawyers are women. Less than 1 percent of auto mechanics are women, and women are 8.4 percent of engineers. The Previous statistics were found in September 2001 issue of The Woman's Organization magazine.

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Big turnout expected for campus sponsored blood drive

by RichardMagda staff writer

The American Red Cross is hosting its annual blood drive at Cabrini College. The drive will be held on Monday, Nov. 5 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Grace Hall atrium. Donors must be at least 17-years-old, weigh at least 110 pounds and show valid photo identification.

The blood drive, held annually at Cabrini, provides a welcome addition to the area blood supply, which is always in need of a boost.

According to Donna Stoll-DeLeo, a nurse in Health Services, the American Red Cross needs the blood for victims of Sept. 11 as well as the usual recipients.

"Many people may have already given blood at extra drives especially for Sept. 11 victims," DeLeo said. "But Red Cross does need the blood from this drive, too."

DeLeo said the number of participating students has been at a steady rate since the drives first began. A week before the drive, 14 students and staff members of Cabrini have registered to donate. However, DeLeo is confident that the number of registrations will continue to grow with each drive.

"We usually get about 80 students and staff members to donate," DeLeo said. "Because of the tragedy on Sept. 11 in New York.City, we are expecting to surpass the normal turnout."

To bring registration opportunities directly to the students, "People will be in the cafeteria and the food court for students to register," DeLeo said.

American Red Cross posters have been put up throughout campus to advertise the blood drive and to give registration information for interested members of Cabrini College.

Qualifications to Donate Blood:

• must be at least 17 years old

-weigh at least 11O lbs.

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Cannot donate if:

•have donated last 56 days

•have a fever higher than 99 degrees

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•are pregnant

•received tattoo in past year ...

Mardi Gras Semi-Formal to be held in Grace Hall on Saturday

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by ReneeTomcanin managing editor

For the birds

It may seem like something out of a Hitchcock movie. According to Ananova.com, a United Kingdom news source, hundreds of birds in Jatinga, India are confused by the mass suicides of birds.

According to witnesses, the birds appear to go into "a trance-like state before diving to the ground." Many villagers watch this occurrence at night by flashlight.

Many seem to believe that the light is what draw the birds to their untimely deaths, but orinthologists disagree saying they are just "seeking refuge from fog and high velocity winds that affect the area in October.

[from Aoanova.com]

Some like it hot

A judge in Coshocton, Ohio, offered two men an usual sentence rather than going to jail. Coshocton County Municipal Judge David Hostetler sentenced Jason Householder, 23, and John Stockum, 21, to walk around the town dressed as women.

Householder and Stockum were arrested for throwing beer bottles at a woman in a car. On a Friday afternoon, the two paraded around the town in dresses, wigs and makeup. In addition to the drag punishment, each had to pay a $250 fine.

Hostetler is known for offering unorthodox sentences rather than sending his cases to jail. He says he does this mainly because of "overcrowding in the Coshocton County Jail."

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"Media Coverage of Terrorism" from the Arab-Islamic Viewpoint

RADNOR, PA, October 25, 2001 - Dr. Hussein Y Amin. professor of mass communications and media studies at The American University in Cairo and a member of the board of trustees for the Egyptian Radio and Television Union, will discuss the "Media Coverage of Terrorism" at Cabrini College on Tuesday, November 6, from 3: 10 p.m. to 4:25 p.m., in the Widener Lecture Hall. Dr. Amin will be visiting Cabrini College in order to speak with numerous English and Communication students, as well as other interested guests, about the role of the media in the coverage of terrorism in Egypt, how the national media looks at the problem of terrorism in Egypt, and how the foreign media covered the different terrorist attacks in Egypt over the past two decades. The discussion is open to the general public free of charge.

Dr. Amin has consulted with a number of US, European, Arab and Egyptian corporations, broadcasting networks and development agencies, including the US Agency for International Development (USAID), the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Cable News Network (CNN), Arab Radio and Television (ART), Arab Network of America (ANA), and the Egyptian Satellite Channel (ESC).

In addition to being a member of the board of trustees of the Egyptian Radio and Television Union, Dr. Amin is a member of the Higher Committee for Specialized Nilesat Television Networks, the Specialized C.:ommittee on Egyptian Radio and Television Privatization and the Jeneral Assembly of the Egyptian Ministry of Information

by Shannon King staff writer

Every year on campus there is a fall formal and a winter gala. This year however, the dates have just been switched so that there will be a fall gala and a winter formal. The fall gala, sponsored by student activities and the Campus Activities and Programming Board, will be held this Sa!Ufday, Nov. 3, in the Grace Hall Atrium from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. and admission is free.

The dance will be semiformal which means skirts or casual dresses for the ladies and dress pants and a shirt and tie for the guys. All students must bring college ID and anyone who is 21 or older must bring a driver's license or valid ID to be able to drink. If anyone wants to bring a guest, make sure that they bring ID and are signed in by a Cabrini student. There will be a keg provided for those who are 21 and older beginning at 10:30 p.m. and food and non-alcoholic beverages will be

there for everyone else.

Katie Arnold, co-chair of CAP Board, said that there was a committee organized that voted on the theme for the dance. The theme that got the most approving response was Mardi Gras. The atrium will be decorated by the CAP Board and festive beads will be provided for attendees.

CAP Board Advisor Tricia Arnold and Mary Beth Horvath, Coordinator of Student Activities,

helped to coordinate the event. The gala should be a good time and everyone is encouraged to come out and dance the night away. Remember, nothing extravagant is necessary this time. Everyone can save the prom dresses and suits for the SGA sponsored winter formal a little later on. For right now, just ditch the jeans and sweatpants and come out t~ the atrium for some Mardi Gras fun.

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Public Safety Report

The following Is a 11stof Infractions reported by Cabrini(lollege Public Safety from Oct 23- Oct. 30. The dates cover from midnightto midnight

• On Thursday,Oct. 25, one citation was issued in House Two for underage drinking. Two citations !19re issued in Woodcrestfor failure to obey a college official.

• On Friday, Oct. 26, seven citations were issued for underage drinking in the lounge in House Two.

• On Saturday,Oct. 27, one citation was issued for underage drinking on the third floor of the New ResidenceHall. One citation was issueclon the second floor in House Two for failure to obey college officials.

• On Sunday,Oct. 28, one citation was Issued on ResidentialBlvd. by House One for a conduct violation. One citation was issued on the third floor of Woodcrestfor failure to obey college official.

• On Monday,Oct. 29, a citation was Issuedon ResidentialBlvd. by House Five for trespassing by a person on the P&G list.

Travel Agencies get ready for Spring break planning time

by Ryan Mulloy staff writer

Though the first snow fall has not come to Pennsylvania yet, one of the most important topics among student is the two most important words in the dictionaryspring break. In late October, one would not think it would be appropriate to be worrying about what to do this spring, still having Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years all coming up.

Kim Thomas works with Liberty Travel at the Granite Run Mall, located on Baltimore Pike. She feels that now is the perfect time for students to get on the ball and map out their spring break. ''They should definitely come in soon," Thomas said, "especially if they want to get a good flight."

With students coming in to get planning out of the way, there are of course several hot spots this spring, as there are every year. This year, the places Thomas is asked about the most are Cancun, Jamaica and Florida. For all three destinations, Liberty Travel offers pricing guides complete with their policies. For example, the Florida brochure includes policy on reservations, cancellations, travel revisions and refunds for unused services.

With all that has happened in the United States, there is always a question of both security and most importantly for the college student, there is a major question of price. Today, airline prices are down. Thomas feels that prices are down to encourage more people to get on airplanes, but there is

some bad news for students.

'There's some discounts for travel now, but for spring break trips the prices will stay the same."

The easiest way for a student to take care of spring break is to bundle up with friends and take advantage of a special package. Though Liberty Travel does not offer packages or special discounts for students, they do have several hotel specials, -all depending on what your destination is.

Liberty Travel has six hotel specials for Cancun for the beginning of 2002 and will be adding more into the spring of next year.

Is there a fear of being taken advantage of as the young, inexperienced student just looking to get away from parents for awhile? Will students have to worry about being taken for all C'ftheir money?

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"Absolutely not," Thomas stated, at least not with Liberty Travel. "We have an age limit. If the student is under the age of 18, they have to bring their parents to sign the contract." Employees such as Thomas have found it rather easy though to explain their policies for everyone taking trips, not just students.

Liberty Travel's website, www.libertytravel.com, is complete with several reassurances of the company with their travelers. The page contains a submenu including the history of the company, store locations and a page called the liberty advantage. The liberty advantage is covered in both reassurance that the company is reliable and a few of its policies.

Liberty Travel guarantees the low price of the land package from

the moment your deposit is received. Liberty Travel also guarantees that if any portion of the ground trip is not delivered as promised, an appropriate refund will be delivered.

Another plan that Liberty Travel stand behind is their travel protection plan. For only $50.00, a Liberty Travel client is guaranteed a spectrum of benefits in case of all things unexpected.

With only several more months until spring break, it is suggested that students looking to get away from it all take advantage of travel agencies, such as Liberty Travel. Though it is only the fall, the rush to take an extended vacation will be increasing and be provided with transport and stay in many places will become much more difficult.

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The new web site, www.cabrini.edu/itr, created by Information Technology and Resources, offers different help links on the site to aid students that have frequently asked questions. Getting important information and records is now just a point and click away. Cabrini College now offers a web site to help students with issues of academics and financial aid.

The Information Technology and Resources web site offers students the opportunity to check their transcripts and their business office records. The site contains computing support services anc!,faculty and student resources, as well as a general help section, for anyone having trouble with webct. This new service may be quite beneficial for those students on the go. Students can even log on to the site to find out what is happening around campus. The site will even provide little reminders •as to when registration for next semester begins

Although few know about the new web site, it does come as a blessing for some. In the beginning of the school year, a great deal of students were experiencing problems with webct and its services. Transfer student, Pam Hoch, is relieved to have some h~lp when it comes to her computer. "It's nice to have help online for any trouble that may arise with my computer," Hoch said. "Now I can go on line and try to get help instead of having to call the school."

Information Technology and Resources will prove to be most valuable to many but before one can log on there are a few steps that must be taken. Each student must have a domain name that is established when registering on the webct address. Once this is complete a student is free to log onto the site at any time.

The new web site is: www.cabrini.edu/itr

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by Cheryl Wagstaffand LucyTrugllo

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On a nice fall day, it is very possible that there are Cabrini students out in front of Founders Hall or surrounded around the peace pole either talking or listening to. a someone play the guitar. It is quite obvious to the general public of Cabrini College that there are a great deal of talented students who attend this college. There are students who are searching for an outlet to express their talents. One opportunity to get off campus and show people other than Cabrini students your talents, is tci get off campus and show others what you are capable of doing. Whether it be by singing, playing an instrument, or reading poetry.

Coffee houses in the area provide the opportunity for people to share their talents by entertaining others. The majority of Cabrini students only know of Xando's Coffee House, but there are two other coffee shops along Lancast-

er Ave. as well, that provide more than just rare coffees and excellent conversation.

"It is somewhere to go and get away. It has nice a nice atmosphere. 11

Bryn Mawr graduate student

The Gryphon Cafe located on Lancaster Ave. near the movie theater, between Color Me Mine and Wayne Jewelers and Silversmiths, is a place to relax, study, and express yourself.

The Gryphon Cafe has been open now for five years. They are open Mon. through Fri.7 a.m.-10

p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., and Sun. 9 a.m.-10 p.m. They stop serving at 10 p.m. but patrons are welcome to stay until U p.m.

During the day, most of the customers are business people. However, the nighttime atmosphere consists mainly of college students·. Some Cabrini students are regulars at this cafe. Most of the students who go to the Gryphon attend Eastern, Vtllanova, or are in law school.

On Monday nights they have open mic. night. On Thursday nights local bands display their talents.

Graduate student Clay Cofer, who attends Bryn Mawr College, started coming to the Gryphon last year to study. "It is somewhere to go and get away. It has a nice atmosphere." Cofer said. Other people from Bryn Mawr come to the coffee house as well; most of them undergraduates and others are former employees.

The Gryphon is not only a hang out for college students, four aupairs from Sweden started coming three to four months ago.

They heard about the coffee house from other aupairs in the area. They go there because of it's relaxing atmosphere.

Sophomore Catherine Luko said, "It is very quaint, like in the movies, it is small but just the right size."

If someone's interested in entertaining or being -entertained The Point at West Lancaster Ave. and North Merion ? is the place to be if you want to listen to good music and sip on exotic teas. The motto of this coffee house is exotic teas, light fare, good friends and great music. They are open Monday through Thursday until 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday until 12 midnight, and Sunday until 10 p.m.

The audience and participants range from all different ag,es. Tuesday is open mic. night and Wednesday they host and open music circle.

There are many aspects of The Point that draw different people of different interests to the coffee house. While you can purchase food there, you can also bring

your own beverages other than coffee.

The music that is played there is mainly folk, however other types are welcome. If you want to see the family of some local celebrities and the prodigy of some musical celebrities of yesterday, The Point is the place to go. Best of Philly 2001 rated The • Point the best music venue. .Best of City Search 2001 also rated it the best place to hear live music.

If traveling into the city is an option there is a place called Bishop's Collar at 2349 Fairmount Ave. For good food and drinks, while enjoying an outdoor atmosphere you can hear authentic Cuban music.

If you are looking for a place to lay back, sip on some Chai tea, listen to soothing music or even hear words expressed in the form of poetry; college students seem to agree that coffee houses are the places to be.

photo by Justine DiFilippo

The Point, located a mile up the road from Villanova on the right is a local get-a -way for many college student s in the surrounding area.

photo by Justine D/Fifippo

There are many places to go for an exotic cup of tea or an iced-cup of coffee like The Point, The Gryphon and Xando Coffee House.

-Clay Cofer

Jim, Janis & Jlml: Their lfemory & lfus/c Lives on Forever .....

by Aron Uadan staff writer

Since the beginning of Rock and Roll there has always been the cliche of sex, drugs, and alcohol that Rock stars seem to follow. They live extravagant lives that most of us would only dream of. Unfortunately the harsh realities of the rock and roll lifestyle.can take their toll quite rapidly, the human body is capable of taking so much partying be-fore it decides to shut down. Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, and Jim .Morrison were three legends that gave in to such an early departure from life due to the unforgiving lifestyle that they immersed themselves in.

vocals, Mitch Mitchell on drums,· and Noel Redding on bass, they called themselves The Jimi Hendrix Experience. The group produced many hits such as "Purple Haze", "Foxy Lady", and "Voodoo Child". Perhaps his most famous song was the rebellious, metal rendition of the Star Spangled Banner that captured the patriotism of a youthful country as they danced and frolicked on the fields of Woodstock, New York in 1969. Sadly, on September 18th, 1970 Jimi Hendrix was found dead, the coroner reported that he had died from inhaling his own vomit after barbiturate intoxication.

wood hotel of an apparent heroin overdose.

Jimi jammed on his guitar in front of millions throughout his career.

Jimi Hendrix was born November 27, 1942 as Johnny Allen Hendrix. As a boy, he taught himself his own unique way of playing the guitar; he played a right-handed guitar upside down and lefthanded. After a brief period of time in the Air Force, Hendrix toured with acts like Ike and Tina Turner and Little Richard under the name of Jimmy James. By this time Jimi had more than enough musical experience under his belt to start his own three-man band consisting of himself on lead guitar and

Although he has been dead for many years his screaming guitar which he called his "Electric Lady," can still be heard all over the world.

Janis Joplin was raised in the small town of Port Arthur, Texas. All throughout her childhood and into her teen years she performed blues and folk music in front of a wide array of different crowds. In 1966 Janis moved to San Francisc9 to become part of a group called "Big Brother & the Holding Company. In 1968 Joplin quit the band to pursue a solo career, her first album was 1.-_.a... .....,i;.;J called "I Got Dem 01' Kozmic Even today, Janis is perBlues Again Mama! The ceived as one of music's Album was a hit among many most prized blues and listeners. Joplin's life was folk performers. plagued by drug addiction and alcoholism, and unfortunately they're also what ended it. In October of 1970, Janis Joplin was found dead in a Holly-

Jim Morrison was born December 8th1943, in Melbourne, Florida. His father, a Navy rear admiral, raised Jim in a strict household, which may have lead to his future rebelliousness. After attending Florida State University for one year, Morrison moved to California to study film and theatre at UCLA. This is where he would meet Robbie Krieger, John Densmore, and Ray Manzarek and form "The Doors". Morrison was known for exciting onstage antics and inciting Jim Morrison and riots among members of the crowd. "The Doors" were On one occasion Morrison exposed notorious for their himself to a crowd and was later ar- onstage antics. rested for "Lewd and Lascivious" behavior. Just like Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison succumbed to the pressures of drugs and alcohol and was found dead from an apparent heart attack in his bathtub on July 3, 1971.

These people lived excessive lives; drugs, money, sex, and power were all at their fingertips. Perhaps the reason for the downfall was their vast addiction for living life to the fullest All three died at the age of 27, an age at which the only way to become a legend is to die trying. Their music has influenced many in ways that are unimaginable, some present day artists from George Clinton to the late Stevie Ray Vaughan have mentioned what a profound impact these three have had on their music. Although they have been dead for many years, their music will go on forever.

Famous Philly Murals

by Sharvon Urbannavage staff writer

There are more than. 2,000 indoor and outdoor murals in Philadelphia and many more in the works. The creators of these majestic large-scale paintings portray various scenes that affect the people who live near the artwork or who pass by it in their daily journeys.

"I love the way that murals make art accessible to people," director of the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program, Jane Golden said in an interview with ABC news in July. "Art doesn't have to be behind the walls of galleries and museums. It can be in people's neighborhoods, it can be downtown, it can be in a community."

These big and bold works of art serve to provoke thought, to inspire dreams, to bear witness and to remind people that they are part of a larger world. "Murals can give visual representation to our past and our pre-

sent,'' Golden said. 'They're tools of education because they can last 20 years. Kids, even JlCOple'sgrandchildren can walk by, bike by, look at the mural and see the history of this area." From the initial brush stroke that prepares the mural wall, passersby stop to watch and wonder.

Creating a mural does not merely involve buckets of house paint, a wall and an artist. The process consists of many steps and decisive calculations regarding the final outcome.

Mural artists use a special paint called Artex Novacolor, which is produced by a small company in Los Angeles. This paint comes in brilliant colors and is manufactured with special ultraviolet light resistors to enable the murals to withstand their outdoor locations.

There are four primary methods for transferring an image from paper to wall. These methods include the grid system,

photo transfer, stencil and direct projection.

The grid system, which is most commonly used in Philadelphia, superimposes a grid of horizontal and vertical lines over the original picture, dividing it into squares. A large grid is then put on the wall surface and the artist reproduces each square on the mural.

Photo transfer involves projecting the original image onto an interface material taped up on an inside wall, tracing the projection and taking the traced image to the mural site. This serves as a guide for reproducing the basic shapes and color breaks of the original image.

The stencil method, also known as the Michelangelo method, is used as a means of scaling up images. The artist projects or recreates an image on an interface material and makes holes throughout the material to outline the image. When the interface material is brqught to the mural site, chalk is

lightly tapped over the image transferring it onto the wall with small chalk dots.

Direct projection is done at night by projecting the image directly on a mural wall and then either tracing the image or directly painting the image. This method is use-

Philly murals are popular attractions for both tourists and residents.

ful when the artist faces a tight deadline.

A new mural, dedicated to the victims of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, is slated for a building at Delaware Avenue and Spring Garden Street. This mural will be will be an image of a large flag that appears to be hanging from the wall of the building.

All photos retrieved from www.rockandrollphotogallery.com

Photo taksn by Sharvon Urbannavage

Thrift Shops: Cool finds In Frugal Times

byAlexisstrjzziere staff writer

Tbere comes a time in everyone's life when we must bite the bullet and confess. that our wardrobe needs a little sprucing up and we must disregard the non-essential articles. Why head to the King of Prussia mall when non-stop inexpensive shopping is only ·around the comer? Who could have ever imagined that shopping at a thrift store could feel so good on the heart and wallet?

Consignment shops have been around for years, but it has not been until recently that they have gained such popularity. They offer one of a kind must haves for everyone. From old school Adidas warm up pants to mom's favorite collectables, they have everything under the sun. Not only do consignment shops offer an opportunity for discount shopping, but they also benefit the community around us.

A consignment shop is someplace where you buy a yearly membership to consign your clothes and other belongings at. That's right folks, when that neon yellow polka dot ribbed sweater is no longer gracing the covers •of Vogue, you can sell it to a con-

ceeds also profit the Protestant churches in the area. The welcoming smiles from the sweet ladies behind the counter encourage donations of jewelry and furniture, but please, no clothes.

Most consignment/thrift stores have a wide shopping selection. Furniture, shoes, jewelry, clothes, house ware, furs and purses are just a few of the many treasures you will find there. It is important to remember that most of the great people that work at consign-

rnent and thrift stores are volunteers. The proceeds from the sales profit organizations by choice of the shop.

The Trading Post, a volunteer .organization dedicated to supporting cancer research at Fox Chase Cancer Center, is located on Lancaster Avenue in Paoli. Open Monday-Friday 9:30a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday lOa.m. to 3:00 p.m. accepts donations the first Saturday of every month. The Trading Post is quite, clean and appealing. They offer a wide selection of jewelry, clothes, furnishings for the home and everything in-between. For more infor-

mation you may contact the store at 610-644-4110.

All sales are final at this second hand thrift shop.• You can find anything from a fuzzy leopard coat to a blue running jacket. signment shop, and if someone in their right mind wants to buy it, then you get a portion of the proceeds. Not only can you find unique pieces at thrift stores, you can make some money and also make someone else's day when they find the silver bangle bracelet they have been looking for that you no longer want.

Tucked away off the traffic packed Route 30 on Berwyn Avenue in Berwyn, sits a quaint thrift store called The St. Jude Thrift Shop. Opened Monday-Friday l0a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturdayl la.m. to 3:00 p.m., they cater to the needy community around them. They accept mostly donations and few consignments offering extremely low prices. Proceeds go towards helping to pay the tuition of students in need of financial assistance at St. Monica's School and Archbishop Carroll High School in Radnor. Pro-

Right behind the Bryn Mawr Hospital, the Bryn Mawr Hospital Thrift Shop can be found. Located on Glenbrook Avenue in Bryn Mawr, the store is opened Monday-Friday 9:30a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday 9:30a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This store, which carries a large selection of cool furniture, benefits the Bryn Mawr hospital. Consignments of up-to-date clothing can be made seasonally and donations are welcome. For further information call 610-5254888.

If second hand shopping is not an interest, remember to keep in mind that donating any clothing, or articles no longer needed to these stores may help someone else. Donations are always accepted at The Salvation Army located on Pechin Street in Roxbourgh and Main Street in Norristown.

It is never to late to visit the nearest thrift shop. Be creative, be unique, go crazy, go thrift store shopping!

by Jen Smith staff writer

They are showing up on the sides of faces all across campus. They are a fashion statement, an increasingly accepted form of expression, and very popular among Cabrini College students. They are nose rings, and they have taken over.

A trend that began over a millennia ago, has throughout its history faded in and out of style, however it seems, the nose ring is back with a bang.

Resident facial piercing expert, Julian Smoger has not one but two silver studs in his nose, and a third in the form of a bull ring straight through his septum. "Nose rings are a way to accentuate the nose. I'm basically addicted to piercings, but I really feel like they increase physical beauty.

That's why I got mine." said Smoger. "If you don't like needles, you don't like pain, and you aren't willing to take care of it, getting a nose ring is a bad idea for you though."

But the man of many piercings isn't the only one rocking the nose rings these days. Many girls on Campus have jumped on the bandwagon as well. Heading down to South Street, Kadillac tattoos in Manyunk, or a number of piercing studios in the city, gi:oups of friends are all. biting the bullet and taking the pain together.

"I almost broke my friend's hand." Says sophomore resident Kelly Wayland of her experience under the needle. "I was so scared it would hurt that I squeezed her hand before it even started." But Wayland was surprised that the pain wasn't too strong.

"Tattoos hurt worse." Was the general consensus when I asked a group of sophomore girls· about their painful piercings. Everyone seemed to feel that the pain was worth the gain, as they all love the look. Why are we suddenly seeing an outpouring of nose rings on campus? According to Carolyn McGettigan, it all began with her. "I started the trend." Said McGettigan. "I got mine done last semester and suddenly all of these followers wanted to be like me. That is where it all began."

No matter where the trend started, students have quickly become surrounded by the shiny silver nostrils of their classmates. They are nearly inescapable around here it seems. So next time you are in the Caf, or sitting in class, glance to the side, look behind you, or maybe even at your roommate

right next to you. Chances are, someone in your social circle is sporting an ever popular nose ring.

photo by C.lharine Hemson Sophomore, Krista Michalowskisports her stud for a quick picture.

Funky Finds At Food Source

by Cheryl Tranchltella staft writer

Almost e,·eryone has heard of. pple butter. But how about mango batter. red raspberry butter or eYen Murion Butter? lf you have or even if you ha\'e not nnd are interested in exotic foods, food Source located on 663 W. I:.m..:asterA, e is a place that you would want to check out.

Food Smace has all kinds of organ1c fooJs as well as non--or• ganic foods. They have organic fruits, vegetables and even potato chips. Who e,u thought you could eat edible aloe? Also, the organic potato chips vary in color.You can find blue..pink and multi colored. for whatever mood you are in. If poaato chips are not your~ they have "Veggie Sti.~ They are cnmchy like chips. but have~ fat'md tasle tig~es.

If cheese is your v.-euncss. Food Sourcehas a great variety of d.i.ft'erentcheeses. They range from plain old Americancheese to Swiss cheese \\'ith chives to American cheese with aanbcrrics..or lemons inside.There are

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also cheese sticks. crunchy bread stick~ with cheese baked onto them.

Som drinks you will find there are fruit flavored sparkling cider, soy and oJtanic milk. chocohtte sbl!a, organic teas, flavored non.,carbonated water and V.'atennelonjuice. At the coffee stntiou hot and iced coffee ns well as hot and iced teas are a\'a.ilablewhile you ~hop.

There is a fresh., seafood counter with a I()bsret tank next to it so you can choose the one you want.

Some other funky condiments to choose from are mustaid with water crest. portabellamushroom relish, ripe olive relish. spicy pecan '\inega:r, ginger grape seed oil, blue lemon ginger jam. and a variety of hot sauces .Tal-e your pict.

For desert they have organic Hawaiian fruit cookies and Carolina June Bugs that are smokey molasses flavored pecans along with many other exotic foods and drinks.

If your taste buds lil-e wacky foods Food Soun:e v.'OUldbe a prettyinterestingplace to go to do your shopping.

It's more than just cheesecake

by Tracy Timson sports editor

The newest restaurant addition to King of Prussia mall (The Court) is the Cheesecake factory. Trust me when I say this restaurant is way more than cheesecake. As a matter of fact it would be sur• prising if you had room for desert after the servings they offer.

Normally this restaurant does not serve breakfast. but Sunday mornings they open early for Sunday brunch. Walking into the restaurant was impressive because the entire place had a very clean appearance. Even with this appearance I was set back at first because the hostess is also a receptionist for the restaurant. One would think that the customers standing in front of her would get her attention first, but no. Instead she put her finger in the air as to tell us "hold on a minute" while she picked up the phone and assisted the caller.

Finally, we became a priority and were seated in a comfortable booth in the middle of the restaurant. The menus for this restaurant are about 16 pages with every

Let your mouth water as you get a glimpse of the delectabledesserts that The Cheesecake Factory has to offer.

other page being an advertisement for a store in the mall. It seemed as if it were ,ajob to look through the menu. If I wanted to look at ads I would have walked upstairs and bought a magazine from Borders.

The service made up for the beginning annoyances. The waitress made sure we had refilled drinks and bread before the food was delivered to our table. When the food was delivered our eyes popped out of our head? The servings are huge. Huge meaning one serving could easily fill two people. Be prepared to leave this restaurant with a doggy bag or

make sure you have room for a meal for two.

The French toast that I ordered was definitely the best I have ever eaten. It was a little sweeter than expected but very well prepared. The meal was a little pricey but in this case you get what you pay for. It is definitely worth the extra money to eat here.

Overall the setvice and the food were excellent and left me with a good impression of the restaurant. As long as the phone is not ringing in the hostess area I will definitely go back to the Cheesecake factory. Maybe next time for dinner. •

+ AL~ SAINTS DAY HAS SPECIAL MEANING FOR PHILLY+

by Karen Schweizer staff writer

"All Saints day is celebrated in commemoration of all of the saints of God," said father Robert McManus, chaplain of Cabrini. "There are not enough days in a year to celebrate all of the them."

Saints like Katharine Drexel and John Neumann, display the kind of qualities of love and altruism that represent all of the saints who will be remembered in the mass. Both Drexel and Neumann were Philadelphia saints, according to the church, although Neumann was born in Bohemia.

Drexel was a large altruist who ran programs to benefit all people, especially African and Native

Americans. She founded Xavier University in New Orleans and founded the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, according to the W.W. Hagerty Library Drexel University website.

Katharine Drexel is tied to Cabrini by the 1ST department. Her uncle's university runs it. Drexel was the niece of A.J. Drexel, the founder.

According to a website by Perpetual Adoration Apostles of Mt. St. Mary's Seminary, St. Neumann, an example of a loving saint. was a former bishop of Philadelphia. Neumann tried to spend most of his time as a bishop doing the duties of a parish priest. He taught children the Cat-

echism, and enjoyed devoting time to hearing confessions.

Both Drexel and Neumann are examples of a the multitude of Saints that will be collectively celebrated An All Saints Day mass, being held on Nov I in the Brockmann chapel to give the campus time to remember all of the Saints. The campus is also having an All Souls Day memorial service, being held on Nov. 2, in remembrance of loved ones who have died. A blue box has been placed in the school's Center for Service and Leadership, in the Widener Center, which holds prayer intentions for an All Souls Day prayer

service, allowing family and friends to remember their loved ones.

The service, according to Jess Morgan, a campus minister, will contain a candle lighting ceremony for those who have died last year. Family members or loved ones will then be able to light a candle, following a reading of the deceased's name.

A special candle will be lit for the dead who suffered in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

All of the candles involved in the ceremony will remain in the chapel as a reminder for the community to pray for the deceased during November. The names of the. deceased will then be in-

scribed into the Book of Eternal Life, hard covered record book.

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Attempts to alleviate prejudice may not be the best solution

Racism. We are the only species that has ever segregated within ourselves based on color. Yet, we acknowledge ourselves as the superior race. At one point in time, we even distinguished that one race was so inferior, they were treated as slaves, rather than actual .,.human beings. After the brutality of slavery ended, segregation of people by the color of their skin was instilled. Finally, in 1964, the Supreme Court of the United States -ruled that no man or woman could legally be segregated based on the color of his or her skin, his or her sex, or by his or her religion.

Affirmative action was introduced into society after all areas of the country were segregated. This was instilled to give all people equal opportunity. In the U.S. Census ·Bureau, Census 2000 Survey, 77 percent of people living in the United States were found to be White. Twelve percent of our population was found to be African-American. One percent was found to be American Indian. Four percent of the population was found to be Asian and thirteen percent of the population named themselves as either Hispanic or Latino. Cabrini College strives to maintain a diverse mix of students, staff and faculty based on the mix from the general population derived from Census surveys.

Should our school admit students just to fit the mold of our nation's various ethnicities as stated by the Census Bureau. While affirmative action means well, sometimes it seems as if it is forced onto a group of people. Personality, skill and motivation should be the main factors used when looking into a person for a job or admission to a school. Skin color should not be.

The editorials,viewpoints,opinionsandlettersto theeditorpublishedin Loquitur are the viewsof the studenteditorial board and the individual writers, not the entire studentbody or the facultyand administration.

The nation's overnight metamorphosis

As I was walking through the streets of Washington D.C., this weekend, with the Capitol, the White House and the newly destroyed Pentagon within view, I began to realize that an almost overnight metamorphosis has occurred, not only in our nations capitol, but throughout the entire country. People in general seem far more considerate of each other, extending smiles, opening doors and greeting passersby. What perplexes me and what I will never pretend to understand, is why it takes a tragedy such as the harrowing events of Sept 11 to elicit this kindness in people, as well as evoke such an astounding display of patriotism?

JesSpriggs staff writer

I recall being in grammar school and high school, when the daily ritual every morning was to stand together as a class and recite "the Pledge of Allegiance." Everyone mumbled the words as though they were being tortured. Now it is no surprise to turn on the radio and bear songs such as "God Bless America" or "America the Beautiful." Stores cannot carry enough merchandise sporting Betsy Ross's timeless design. Here on campus, students are displaying the flag on their doors and in their windows and are even incorporating it into their wardrobe. I remain perplexed by this pheno~enon, which has occurred repeatedly throughout our country's history. Why do we unite ignoring our political, religious, socio-economic and ethnic differences? What normally vacant dynamic of humanity allows us to stand together as "one nation, under God," only when our freedom is threatened?

What is also baffling and never ceases to amaze me is when a celebrity figure makes a charitable contribution during a time of suffering and we hold them in reverence as though they have done something incredibly honorable or significant. I am not questioning their generosity, nor am I criticizing it; I am merely wondering why it is that they wait until the worst has actually happened before they offer help? Poverty, famine and disease have always existed but few celebrities have taken recognition of Jess glamorous tribulations.

Similar to the lack of liberality among the elite, I feel the average citizen has also failed to be charitable. 'Iwi.ce a year, Purple Heart calls my home and asks for clothing contributions, and twice a year I am too selfish to give anything away. In high school I remember having canned food drives, but I never wanted to lug a paper bag filled with Campbell's soup or Chef Boyardee ravioli into the building when I had so many "more important" things to carry. Since September, people across the globe have been doing whatever they can to help. The Red Cross has even had to turn people away when they have volunteered to donate blood. I sincerely believe that if we can learn from and better ourselves from such a catastrophe, then it has not happened entirely in vain.

I am certain that I, personally, will never fail to remember the events of Sept. 11. I am aware that it has been publicized repeatedly and is becoming a topic that some have grown weary of hearing about. I simply feel that it is imperative to recognize the ways in which we as a nation have changed and matured. We must recognize how truly heartbreaking it is that such a heinous act of violence had to occur to rouse our awareness of the responsibility each one of us has to all other members of humankind.

Cat needs a quicker scanning system

Here is the scene: you just got out of class at 12:10 and your next one begins at 12:30. You think 20 minutes is enough time to run down to the caf and get a quick bite to eat, but you're wrong. There is a huge line of hungry people running down the entire Heather DiLaUa hallway. ''That's just great," guest writer you think to yourself. Now you'll never have enough time to eat. The root of the problem for such an enormous line is the lunch ladies that are required to scan each and every student ID card. Scanning these cards may not seem like a difficult task, but for some unclear reason, it is. They take so long to scan the cards that the line just keeps building up more and more. Sometimes you are only a couple people from the beginning of the line, some person's card will refuse to scan properly making your wait even longer. No one is at fault except the people that came up with the scanning system.

Why is it so necessary to scan cards? If it is so important, why can't they get a better system that

speeds up the process?

A possible solution to this annoying problem is possibly to install a system similar to the one used to get intt>the dorms. That way when you walk by the only thing you would have to do is scan the face ·of your card quickly and hasslefree. It would make everyone's life a lot easier and would allow more people to enter and exit the caf without the hassle of long lines. While some people have the time to wait out the lines, other people are just not that patient so they quickly walk to the wigwam to try and grab a bit to eat.

At the wigwam, when getting chicken fingers and french fries with no drink, you find the cashier saying "flex what you. are over?" Correct me if I am wrong, but having an equal meal exchange should entitle you to get a meal without going over your limit. I could understand if a person went over their limit trying to get two pizzas and some fries with a large drink because that would be pushing it. But for a regular meal to go over is absolutely ridiculous. At least at the caf you can eat as much as you want without getting charged extra. Next time I'm in a rush and have little time to wait in lines, or little money to spend on food that we as Cabrini students already pay for, I'll pack a PopTart.

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• h Last • weelc' dia turnpike when my phone rang again. ".fin:>! 'sometime be- 1 1 11iis time I found it was my agitated moth),.; i fhvee·n my 8: 15 .J eron the other end. "I hear more from your '; on Tuesday friends than I do from you. Are you coming morning and my home?"

rived safely.

"Come home." Are you kidding? I had just arrived and already they were asking· me to come back? I said, "I miss you already." I explained to Danielle that everyone wanted me to go back home.

"You are home;' she said, and shuffled me into the kitchen, By this point my weekend hadn't even started and I was ready to pull out my hair.

Jen Smith

staff writer

12:30 Thursday "No mom," I sighed. "I'm going to see afternoon, my Danielle at school." She sounded particularcell phone ·rang. ly wounded by this comment. "But Cal-U is Having the mod- only 20 minutes from the house. I haven't em day luxury of seen you since July, Jen. Please stop by." It caller ID, I knew wasn't that I didn't want to see her. I miss immediately that my family very much, but I could tell alit was my best ieady that this weekend was not going to be friend from home. I hadn't seen her in the relaxing good time I had hoped for. I months. promised I would come home and hung up

that day. I visited with my high school friends, in the houses I remember, dtiving around in the cars that have always driven us around. I was happy to see them, and happy to leave at the end of the night. And at the end of the weekend, a few sad goodbyes and a very long drive, I found myself coming up the main entrance of Cabrini College.

I've found however, the best ideas in life usually come out of nowhere at all, and so despite the urging of my roommate to stay, I grabbed a suitcase, changed the oil in my car, put on my sunglasses and was on my way.

I wasn't five minutes on the Pennsylva-

morrow."

Another hour down the highway brought another call. I was by this time preparing to lob my cell phone right out of the car window onto the nation's highway. "Hello?Yes, I'm corning home. Homecoming is this weekend, huh? Really? Amanda I haven't been back to the high school since graduation and I.. .alright. I'll call you when I get in tonight. No I'm staying at Dan's, at Cal. Yep. Alright, bye."

"Come out here this weekend. I won't the phone with an "I love you. See you totake no for an answer." Having had one of the historically worst weeks of my life at that point I was up for a change, even if it meant a five-hour drive back home. "All right." was the first response that came to mind. "I'll be there on Thursday." That answer surprised even me. I usually wasn't up for the long drive back to Pittsburgh, and especially in the midst of my midterm exams and reports, this trip was if nothing else, poorly timed.

I arrived at California University of Pennsylvania a long five hours later and got out of my car happy to have hundreds of miles between myself and Cabrini College for a change. I hugged my best friend, put down my stuff and proceeded to call everyone I knew from school to tell them I'd ar-

I guess I never really thought about my definition of home.I refer to my best friend's house as my home during the summer, because it is where I usually sleep. I refer to Cabrini as home because it is where I live all year, and as for my parents' house in Pittsburgh, I grew up there. It is my home. Or is it their home? It has been over a year since I lived there, and I may never live there again. So what exactly does that make it to me?

It wasn't until I got to college that I was ever forced to consider the meaning of this complicated word. Home I've found is not necessarily the place where your family lives. It is definitely not the place where you grew up, and home is certainly not the only place where the heart is. So what is it?

Well if I learned anything from my trip last weekend, it is the answer to this question. I went to my parent's house, in the town I grew up, to the bedroom I lived in for 18 years, to the family I love. I was happy to be there, and happy to leave at the end of

I suddenly had a feeling unlike any I'd ever experienced driving through those iron Gates at the end of my weekend. I felt a sense of belonging. This is where I wanted to be. This is the home I have chosen. Although it may not have the history of my bedroom. the fun memories of my town, or the familiar faces of the people I grew up with, it has a whole new scenery, an incredible group of relatively new friends, and a promising future down the road of my life. And as I was driving that slow 15 mph up Cabrini's windy driveway my cell phone rang for the last time that weekend. This time it was my roommate. "I miss you," she said. "When are you coming homer'

A smile came across my face as I turned left onto Residential Boulevard past the dorms I had been sick of seeing for so long. I felt an overwhelming sense of comfort fill my heart. I beeped at some people I recognized walking past House one and turned up the driveway of House three. All that I could say in response to that question was, "I am home."

Simple pleasures that cause the frown to turn upside down

My roommate Katie borrowed a book from her friend the other week. It was called "1400 Things to Be Happy About." I began to read it, Renee Tomcanin and it listed simmanaging editor pie things that make you smile. Yes, many of these items did bring a smile to my lips, but there are many other things that make me a happy kid. So, since we're in that slump between fall break and Thanksgiving, just having taken midterms and gotten them back and considering the state of world affairs today, I thought we could all use something to smile about. So here is my list of things that make me smile and hopefully you too

Fuzzy blankets: These are otherwise known as Velux: blankets to most people, you know, the ones that are between the sheet and the bedspread in most hotels. There can be nothing better than wrapping

your tired self (or even your regular self) up in one of these on a cold evening, especially if the blanket is right out of the dryer.

Finding $10 in your pocket: Enough said. We all need money, and ten dollars is a good amount, no matter who you are. It is the perfect amount of money that can provide many'things. You can go get a midnight snack at Minella's or a Shorty at Wawa. If you have an extra five or six dollars lying around, you can get a CD or something else fun for yourself, and there is that added joy of finding something worthwhile.

A new box of Crayola crayons: I took this one right from the book, but it is very true. I love to color. Coloring alone should make you smile, but consider how true this is. You open the box, and that fresh scent'of wax and just crayon happiness is there. Each color is in its place according to color scheme, new, sharp and ready to color in the finest places in Blue's coloring adventures. You know exactly where Robin's Egg Blue and Jungle Green are. Your Black is not worn down to the nubbin. Life is good.

Pajama pants: Again, a fabric thing. Ever

since they put pockets in them, I require no other leg covering. They are comfortable, soft, breathable, did I mention comfortable? The best part is you can roll out of bed and go straight to class. Plus, they have fun designs on them.

A good conversation: We are so busy. When do you have the time to sit and chat with a friend or even a stranger? That chance seems so rare that when we do have a nice conversation, it can make our day, even our week. So, if you are having a so-so day, I highly suggest finding someone to talk to.

Getting a good grade on a test that you thought you did horribly on: No need to elaborate here.

Going to the cafeteria and finding something you like to eat: Chicken nugget day! It brings a smile to everyone. It seems that we are stuck in routine when we go to the Wigwam or the Caf, so when they serve something unusual that we love, like manicotti, it is a great day.

A phone call/letter from the last person you expected: Everyone loves phone calls. Everyone loves the mail. When it is from • l" . '

someone unexpected, the day is just brighter.

And finally, for my roommates, a hippo bedtime story: We all love bedtime stories, no matter bow old we are.

I hope I "made you smile for a little while," to quote a Flock of Seagulls. It is nice to know that with all the stress we face, little things can make us feel better.

SPEAK UP

Commentariesand letters to the editor may be submittedby the entire Cabrini campus communityto Theloquitur @hotmail.com

-Requirements:Nameswill not be withheld from letters to the editor or commentaries,even at the author's request.A phone number must be includedwith the submission.

Letter to the Editor: Fed up with the attitude of

Hey Cabrini!

After four years of reading the Loquitur every Thursday and hearing everyone's responses to all the campus happenings, I only have one thing to say: SHUT THE HELL UP!

All you people do is complain and personally I am getting very tired of it. Is there anything on this campus that makes any of you happy? Does almost everyone make it his or her destiny to find something to nag about on campus? This school is becoming a real-life soap opera-little unimportant things become major topics. I don't know how many students there are that agree with me, if any, but the endless complaining is getting very old, very quickly. The only positive thing that comes out of anyone's mouth on this campus is "how happy they are when they go home for the weekend, so they can get out of this crap hole." My opinion is, if you don't

like it, then go somewhere else! In response to that statement, everyone I know who has done just that has returned to Cabrini because they realized what they really had when they were here.

Yes, I too have some complaints about Cabrini. Some of them are equal to everyone else's but I don't spend my life pondering why things happen on this campus, nor do I waste a second of my life thinking, 'This isn't fair, we spend money for our education, we should get what we pay for," which happens to be the most common complaint.

So what if there are speed bumps? Go over them slowly; you won't hurt your car. Those speed limit signs are not just for decoration.

So what if you have to park in the Dixon Center lot? Yeah, it's further away than the Widener lot, but guess what? Walking burns calories. Here's another way to

.many ·Cabrini students

look at that-be thankful you even have the car.

Aww, what did Public Safety do this week that you didn't like?

Ninety-eight percent of the residents on this campus complain that Public Safety gave them some kind of a fine for something they call "unnecessary." People think that just because they go to a private college that they can do whatever they want; break the speed limit, talk back to Public Safety, break doors and put holes in walls when they were so drunk they don't even remember doing it. I hate to tell you, but when you graduate from this school and get out in the real world, if you break a door or put a hole in a wall because you are drunk, not only do you get fined, but your butt gets thrown in jail. Why should it be any different here? I lived on this campus for five semesters and I never had any fine, nor did I ever get into any trouble. But then again, I'm 22

years-old, and I've probably consumed only two ounces of alcohol in my entire life.

I know no one will like bearing this but my opinion is that a lot of Cabrini students have their noses so high in the air and poles so far up their rear ends they should have permanent nose bleeds and continuous constipation. People punch holes in the dorm walls and get mad when they get reprimanded for it, like it was Public Safety's fault for catching them. That is ridiculous. Grow up and respect the property.

Seriously, is your life going to stop because of some stupid speed bumps? Is the world going to end because you have to walk an extra 700 feet to your car? I could be wrong but I'm pretty sure ·neither will happen. Things are not done on this campus for no reason or for the reason to piss all of us off. Everything has a purpose, despite what all of you believe. Put your

complaints into perspective.

I feel I must apologize if I have offended anyone. I don't want this letter to come across as if I am accusing Cabrini as being full of snobs. This is not true by any means. There are some very happy students out there who realize what this college is all about. All I am saying is that you peed to realize what you have because it really is some good stuff. Don't get me wrong. I am not perfect. I never claimed to be. I'm no better than anyone else out there. But I do have one question for you. When any student is asked how they like Cabrini, how many of them actually say, "Oh, I love it!" Am I the only one who does?

Just be thankful you are here I know there are people out there that can't even afford to go to college and would give anything to be in your place-speed bumps and all.

Becki Carman

Jumping on the complaint bandwagon about complaints

I have developed sympathy for the cleaning staff. If a person's bathroom becomes so disgusting to the point where even they refuse to enter, then the cleaners should not be responsible for the mess. Anyone who allows his or her bathroom to reach such a state of nastiness is just trifling altogether.

Sharvon

Urbannavage

staff writer

I have been recently irritated by several things on this campus and feel the need to relieve some of the tension caused by these frustrating occurrences. The numerous complaints about the housecleaning staff, the newly installed speed bumps and the lack of lighting around Grace Hall have been complaints of the majority of the campus community and I am now ready to jump on the complaint band.wagon.

"' My first complaint is not against the housecleaning staff, but rather the resident students. It is my understanding that most people become functioning adults at the age of 18, who are capable of caring for and cleaning up after themselves.

The constant whining of the students living in the dormitories about the cleaning staff not wanting to clean their bathrooms has extremely annoyed me. The purpose of attending college (at least I .think) is to be molded and prepared for the so-called "real world." Well, in the "real world," most people clean their own bathrooms.

I feel the cleaning staff should only be responsible for Founder's Hall, Grace Hall, Holy Spirit Library, the Mansion, the Dixon Center and the lounges in. the dorms - not the bathrooms used by the residents. What will.be next? Having them do your laundry too?

My other two complaints agree with the rest of the campus. Though, I understand the necessity for safety on the campus, I think that the placement of the new speed bumps was not thoroughly thought out. Do the two speed bumps in front of Xavier Hall have to be so close together? Well, since they are cemented to the ground, I will just have to cope with the possibility of getting whiplash.

Finally, the lighting around Grace 1Iall needs to be increased and it needs to be done soon. In my two years at Cabrini, I have always managed to schedule my classes so that I am on my way home before the sun goes down. However, I recently stayed on campus later than usual to assist the edi-

tors of the Loquitur.

As I left Founder's Hall at 7:54 p.m. and entered the dark realm surrounding Grace Hall, I instinctively began to reach for my mace. I live in a neighborhood where there are few trees and always someone outside, no matter the hour.

The chirping of dozens of crickets in the wooded campus scenery and the lack of a potential witness (should some deranged attacker emerge from the bushes) placed me CJ 0

into the middle of every horror film I have seen to date.

As I scurried to my car (which just had to be parked at the Dixon Center) I prayed that a fellow classmate would not become an innocent victim of 20 minutes of temporary blindness due to my paranoia. A brighter campus at night is definitely necessary here at Cabrini.

OD OD

New speed bumps around campushave students in an .... wonderwhy!

Sixers season starts again

by CatherineDIiworth ,,-, staff writer

Dust off your car flags and banners from last season. It is Sixers season again.

The Si]l:ers vaulted onto the game's biggest stage last June, but does anyone remember how hard it was for them to get there? It took four nail-biting games against Indiana, seven games against Toronto and seven more versus Milwaukee. A missed three-pointer at the buzzer was all that separated the 76ers from the Raptors, and the Bucks tested the heart of the blue-collar Sixers until the waning minutes of game seven in the conference championship series.

By the time Phill:r"even qualified for the Fmals, the Lakers had 10 days to sit poolside. Once the finals came, Shaquille O'Neil, Kobe Bryant and company dished out even more punishment. Needless to say, rest was the first priority of the summer.

League MVP Allen Iverson and sixth Man of- the Year Aaron McKie, the two most important members of the 76ers before (and probably after) they traded for Dikembe Mutombo, took such a beating that their respective off season surgeries will force them to miss time at the beginning of this

season.

It was a magical run last year that culminated in the David vs. Goliath finals, and the scrappy Sixers never quit despite their underdog status. Head coach Larry Brown had a lot to do with instilling that attitude, and Iverson's growth into the total package was sparked by his relationship with his new best friend.

Although they didn't kiss the Podoloff Trophy, the Sixers received some serious hardware for their hard work during the season. Iverson became the smallest MVP in league history, Brown was named Coach of the Year, McKie earned Sixth Man of the Year and Mutombo was awarded his fourth Defensive Player of the Year award.

But while the 2000-01 season was an emotional high, the upcoming campaign has started aut with injury issues that present the squad with one healthy starter for the. season opener. Iverson (elbow) and McKie (shoulder) pushed their surgeries back until late in the off season, which has become a hot topic in Philly. Starting point guard Eric Snow fractured his thumb during the preseason and is expected to miss nearly three months. George Lyne Brown and GM Billy King, who were desperately seeking a way to get

Tyrone Hill out of town, found a deal with Cleveland that resulted in Matt Harpring, Robert Traylor and Cedric Henderson joining the reigning Eastern Conference champs. The trade cost Philadelphia the talents of up-and-coming Jumaine Jones, but the 76ers added some bulk with Traylor and a soft touch with Harpring.

The start of the season won't be pretty, to which anyone who bas watched the preseason will attest. The squad bears little resemblance to the one that was intact just a few months ago, and Brown will have to find a way to get his new faces to find the same chemistry that carried his club throughout last season.

No one expects the 76ers to repeat their conference crown performance this year. However, the East is still up for grabs. Injuries will make the first month of the season slow-going, but an injection of Iverson will cure any ills. Winning the Atlantic isn't a guarantee, especially with the return of Grant Hill to Orlando's active roster. Philadelphia is once again the underdog at the start of the season, but once the starters get back to form, the division will be theirs for the taking.

Schedule for November

Nov. l Dallas 7:00 pm

Nov. 3 @ Washington 6:30 pm

Nov. 6 Indiana 7:00 pm 1 Nov. 8 @ Houston 9:00 pm

Nov. 10 @ Dallas 8:30 pm

Nov. 13 @Miami 7:30 pm

Nov. 14 Charlotte 7:00 pm

Nov. 16 Atlanta 7:00 pm

Nov. 17 @ New Jersey 8:00 pm

Nov. 21 Detroit 7:00 pm

Nov. 23 Cleveland 7:00 pm

Nov. 25 @ Toronto 12:30 pm

Nov. 28 Washington 8:00 pm

Cabrini vs. Marywood ends in defeat

by Marla Chambers

staff writer

Women's soccer ended their season Sat., Oct. 20. Coach Diane Pierangeli said they had an unfortunate loss to MarywoodUniversity. "This is the first season we haven't made the play-offs," Pierangeli said. The league record for women's soccer this season was '9-7-1, and the final four teams in the league were Misercordia, Gwynedd Mercy, Eastern College and Marywood University.

Pierangeli said that they are

looking to rebuild the team because there were several seniors this season. A key player on the team, Senior Captain Jess Stork, was nominated for the PAC allconference team. Stork said the team was lacking in numbers and had many battles to overcome. "It was a hard season, but I bad fun playing with the same girls for four years." Stork said they relied on a freshman goalie and sweeper back to keep their defense together on the field. Their defense consisted of seniors and freshman. Overall, Stork said that this year's team_~as veIY,respectful on

and off the field and that the freshmen "proved their leadership." Stork is looking forward to indoor and outdoor tournaments in the spring. Stork also said the team . had good repor, "The girls are very respectful, on and off the field."

''There is-an overall good feeling on the field," said first-year student, Heather St. Amor. She also said that playing on the college level is very different from when she played in high school. "In high school they had to play you, but here you have to work for your p~sition," saiq St. Amor. Her hard

work paid off. Coach Pierangeli said that Heather had a great year playing as sweeper back for the team.

Another player Coach Pierangeli mentioned was Jamie Matozzo, a senior captain. Jamie said it was a tough season. "We didn't make it to playoffs but we all hung in there and fought to the end.Things don't always go your way but you learn to make the best of it," Matozzo said. It was a tough season and there were a lot of ups and downs but the girls stuck together and made a strong team for next season.

Coach Pierangeli is looking to rebuild her team next year since there are seniors this year who will be graduating. The team this year, however, did have a lot of first year students in their defense. Some freshmen on the team were Heather St. Amor, Cassy O'Neil, and Mary Mower. Pierangeli is looking forward to a great season next fall.

Volleyball victorious over Chestnut Hill

by JennHerCalvano staff writer

Victory was the word of the wght for the woman's volleyball team after they dominated the court against Chestnut Hill Colleie, The Lady Cavs volleyball game took place at 7:30 in the Dixon Center on Tuesday, Oct. 23. The Lady Cavs stood strong and defeated Chestnut Hill in only four matches, opposed to the intended five matches.

The Lady Cavs won match one, were defeated in match two, but then came back strong for a triumph in matches three

and four.

''The team work~d together, concentrated on the game, but we had fun and goofed around too" sophomore Lady Cavs player, Natalie Taylor, said with a proud smile on her face.

Helping in the Lady Cavs victory, Alyssa Smith played for the team even though she is suffering from a hip flexor injury, which makes it hard for her to even walk. In spite of the pain, Alyssa was there with her team and gave it her absolute all. "I had a lot of fun, at times too much, as you could tell for match two, but then we got our stuff together and everything

Nicole Schulz breaks record

by Lisa Broomall staff writer

worked out, we came back in the end," Alyssa states.

Kerry Coleman stayed strong through out the matches, spiking the ball over the net every time she could. "Kerry Coleman is a huge part of the team", Taylor notes.

As a whole, the Lady Cavs volleyball team showed their strength, not only to the Chestnut Hill College, but also to themselves. Restoring their confidence, they now have proved to themselves that they have what it takes, and plan to show in it in the matches to come.

Schuylkill Regatta held in· Philly

by Karen Schweizer staff writer

Athletes from all over the nation came to the city last weekend for the annual Schuylkill Regatta, a race held by the University Barge Club of Philadelphia that pi~ scull boat crews in over 24 events along a 2.6-rnile Schuylkill River course.

The course races consisted of both individual and collegiate teams Bringing out many of the local universities, including Temple, St. Josephs, LaSalle, Univer-

sity of Pennsylvania and Drexel. Collegiate races and Championship eights, ended in wins by Princeton Training Center and Syracuse University. The University of Pennsylvania came in second in Championship eights women.

Supporters of the teams and spectators lined Kelly Drive and watched from a grandstand as the scull boats raced throughout the day. People were encouraged to visit a Thomas Eakins exhibit in the Philadelphia Art Museum following the races.

Thomas Eakins was a realist painter who depicted rowing and sculling along the Schuylkill's banks. His exhibit features over 60 oil paintings, 120 photos and various watercolors and drawings. During his life Eakins was an avid oarsman and was persuaded by friends to become a professional in races. Thomas Eakins is the Head of the Schuylkill Regatta and the races on Saturday were held in his name.

The women's field hockey team has had many successes and many defeats this past year. The team has overcome injuries major and minor, yet the team seems to shine through it all and that makes the Cabrini community very proud.

One member of the team is a shining star and has proved it to everyone by making her 100th goal this year. Nicole Schulz, a senior, has played for Cabrini's field hockey team for the past four years. Nicole became interested in playing field hockey by watching her sister's high school team play. When Nicole became a freshman in high school she joined the high school team and became involved with the sport. Throughout her years of playing field hockey Nicole has suffered scraps and 6ruises but no real serious injuries that could have not made her play.

Now, Nicole is finishing up her final year at Cabrini, the Early Childhood Education major, hopes to stay involved with the sport by teaching children about field hockey. When asked about making the 100th goal in her field hockey career; the modest athlete says, "It is such a great accom-

plishment. I did not know that I made it till the marked it down, and later on they told me."

Nicole really has no dislikes about playing field hockey, yet she likes everything about it. She states, 'That it keeps me healthy and more erganized. I like playing with the team, being on the field, and winning." Nicole has such a positive attitude when she speaks of field hockeyjust by talking to her on the phone makes a person feel more excited about the sport.

Having a person like Nicole who is so excited about field hockey is a blessing and that is why the Cabrini College community will miss her after she graduates; along with the lady's field hockey team.

Week In Review

Men'sSoccer

The men's soccer team played Albright College on Oct. 24 and won by a score of 2-1. They also played Catholic University on Oct. 26 and lost by a score of 0-5.

Field Hockey

The field hockey team played Eastern in the PAC semifinals on Oct. 24 and lost by a score of 1-8. The team also played on Oct. 26 against William Patterson by a score of 1-5.

Volleyball

The volleyball team won against Chestnut Hill on Oct. 23 by a score of 3-1. The team played again on Oct. 25 asainst Cheyney University and lost 1-3

Cross Country

photo by Karen Schweizer

Athletes from all over take place in the Schuylkill Regatta held in Philadelphia.

photo by Justine Difilippo Senior Nicole Schulz

The men's team placed second overall in the PAC finals on Oct. 27. The 'WODlCJlalso placed second overall in the PAC finals OD Oct. 27.

Mixe.dviews of Mi~night Madness

by Ken Baumbach staff writer

Cabrini held its annual Midnight Madness last Friday, Oct. 25, in the Dixon Center. Midnight Madness is a night for all Cabrini students to come out and participate in events and games and share in Cavalier pride. The night was filled with many different activities and events to keep students entertained. There was music, food and free gifts being given out, which included everything from a foam Cavalier finger to merchandise from 89.1 The Burn, the campus radio station.

Events during Midnight Madness this year were varied enough that no matter what one's interests were, they would be able to find something to do. There was a 5on-5-basketball tournament between the faculty and students, which resulted in the students

winning 21 to 18. A slam-dunk contest was held, although most contestants only made it to the rim by jumping off sophomore Karl Heiss's back. There also was a three-point shoot out contest and three- on- three basketball tournament in which the losers of the tournament were forced to sing karaoke in front of everyone in attendance.

The dance troupe put on an exciting performance and the basketball team for the 2001-2002 season was announced with great enthusiasm. Even though the attendance for the event was high and the night was an overall success, many students had mixed feelings about the night.

"Last year's Midnight Madness, in my opinion, was better. I thought there was too much time in between each event. It should have moved a little quicker. However, the dance team did an excel-

lent job and the basketball team looked impressive," sophomore Karl Heiss said.

Many others felt the same way.

'The events should have started a little later in the night. Overall the events were fun; however, it seemed like in the beginning of the night everything just dragged out slowly. People didn't start showing up until 10 or 10:30 at night anyway," sophomore Melissa Ralcci said.

The night was well received by students. "I had a blast. The whole night was really fun and everyone who attended seemed to enjoy themselves," sophomore Liz Graham said.

Another Midnight Madness here at Cabrini went off without a hitch. Overall the night was a success and Cavalier pride seemed to be at an all time high.

First year student is tennis star

Vince DeFrusclo staff writer

Patty Alymer never wanted to play tennis. She started playing in her junior year of high school to get in shape for the basketball season. Now, as a first year elementary education major from Roxborough, Pa., Alymer is ranked second on the women's tennis team.

Alymer is a namal at tennis, boasting a record of 15-1. She plays both singles and doubles and says that Arcadia University is the hardest team to beat. When asked about rival schools, Alymer responded that Arcadia was "a talented team they are the most competitive."

Katie Hecht, a senior player on the women's tennis team, calls Alymer a "very strong and consistent player." Hecht adds, "Patty is an asset to the team."

Tennis is not the only thing at which Alymer excels. She also loves to play basketball. However, according to her, softball is her best sport.

One might not realize just how talented Alymer is by simply speaking to her. Those who have just met her may find her to be

comeback victory she had earlier this season. She says that this was the biggest obstacle of her tennis career. The set was tied at one a piece, Alymer was losing 5-1. Through sheer grit and determination, Alymer was able to come back and score a 7-5 victory over her opponent. Alymer hopes to someday coach sports and teach. Considering the achievements that she has already had, it is amazing to see that Alymer still has a sense of modesty. Alymer continues her motivation as the team enters the PAC finals. However, on this day in Oct., Alymer is simply concerned about her favorite obsession, the television show "Felicity."

First year student Patty Alymer proved her talent this year on the tennis team.

overtly shy. Nevertheless, Alymer says she is motivated to "never give up."

Sitting in the morning light of the food court, Alymer recalls a ---·---·------ -----

It is easy to see that the road ahead for Alymer is paved in success. She is easy going and talkative to those who know her. She seems to be aware of where her stature is on the team, while keeping a sound profile on her years ahead here at Cabrini.

photo by Justine DiFilippo

photo by Justine DiFilippo

Students are given the opportunity to participate in the three point shoot out contest during midnight madness.

Field hockey defeats Eastern