Why, Toni, Why?

ELYSSA MCFADDEN EMM722@CABRINI EDU STAFF WRITER

As many know, many alumni and some students and staff are up in arms about Iadorola's poor decision not to renew Coach Dzik's contract. Dzik isn't the only one being affected by this shocking information, but also players, students, teachers, and alumni.

Dzik has changed the lives of many and proved to be a loyal member of Cabrini College for the past 25 years. I barely know him but I can appreciate and understand what he has done for this institution, along with many other students.

One day I interviewed Dzik and he was extremely supportive of his players. He commented on how devoted they were: both to academics and basketball. He was extremely grateful to have these students on his team and told me what amazing people they are.

Dzik showed no sign of anger, despite Iadorola's statement about his temper during games. Apparently she hasn't been to many games, making it hard for her to know how he acts at them. I haven't heard about any of the players complaining of Dzik's temper.

Let's do a comparison. How many times do you think President Iadorola or any other member of the administration has taken the initiative in personally going out with the motiva- tion to give a stranger a chance to get a college education? I would say the answer is slim to none.

Dzik has done this countless times. If there is one thing that people know about Dzik if nothing else, it's that he is devoted to bettering the lives of others. He has given Cabrini students the opportunity to come to this school and make a change in their lives.

He didn't have to continue to do this for the past 25 years. He didn't even have to start doing it. He did it for his devotion and love of his job.

There are an incredible amount of alumni who have requested to be taken off the mailing list because they know of Dzik's care and devotion to the school. Taking away a staff member who is admired by all is a disgrace to this school. Dzik has brought so many people to Cabrini and this decision will greatly limit the amount of incoming students.

There was a certain respect level that was lost when this news broke out. The respect lost wasn't for John Dzik, it was for the school. It was for the person who came up with this terrible decision and it was about the sadness and anger in losing a coach who only had 20 games left until reaching 500 wins. The team could've easily accomplished this next season.

Cabrini had an excellent basketball program, but that will now be a thing of the past. Coach Dzik was able to keep that alive and by eliminating this man the school is going to suffer more