Nov. 18, 2005 issue 11 Loquitur

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times, a significant amount of labor is diverted from making progress to just trying to maintain."

The living conditions for residents here at Cabrini are seemingly deteriorating. From Xavier hall to the apartment complex, students have voiced their disdain over conditions that have gotten progressively worse as the year has gone on.

Students argue that the state that the dorms are left in after the housekeeping service is finished working is simply unacceptable and something needs to be done. Members of the administration, in particularly, facilities, disagree saying that the reason things may not to be perfect is because too much time is taken to do other jobs.

Director of facilities Howard Holden understands that wi!h a new housekeeping company on hand, there is obviously going to be a "learning curve," but they are still doing an excellent job. Holden accredited the impeded progress of the new company to

bathrooms.

the fact that they have to take time to do other chores beforehand.

"Services provided by both housekeeping and the facilities

department often become hampered due to intentional or careless misuse of the facilities. When staff find themselves constantly repairing broken entry

doors, cleaning up trash cans that have been dumped into a toilet and flushed, repairing the same window screen 10 times or replacing the same exit sign six

Because of this, things ostensibly just do not get done. For example, those 'things' in the Dixon House (House 2), are the lack of band soap on a regular basis. the fact that the bathrooms are not cleaned on a daily basis and just the overall appearance of the house is not what you would expect for a private college's dorm. Marissa Simeone, a sophomore graphic design major, lives in house 2 and had this to say,

"Our housing conditions should really be improved. The bathrooms in House 2 have no soap; there is never any toilet paper and the showers are rarely clean. Sometimes when you go into the bathroom it seems like they do a poor job just to get done and get out. If we are having a cleaning staff, then I think that they should be cleaning and

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'Keep the Change,' turn it into dollars

will add up. The change will not go into the person's checking account, rather it will be added to their savings account.

The Bank of America is introducing a new way for Visa debit card holders to save money when using their debit card. This new program is called "Keep the Change" and it is predicted to save debit card holders approximately $250 a year.

When a person purchases an item and pays by debit card, the total amount of the purchase is rounded up to the nearest dollar. The difference in change is put directly into the person's savings account. For example, if a person makes a purchase for $8.75, the sum can be rounded up to $9 .00 and the extra 25 cents will be deposited directly into the person's savings account. This may not seem like much, but as the person uses his or her debit card more and more the extra change

Bank of America is also proposing another way to increase the amount of money in their Visa debit card holders saving account by matching the amount they save from the "Keep the Change" program. For the first three months- Bank of America v.ill match the consumer's savings at 100 percent. After the first three months are over, Bank of America will continue to match five percent every year.

This new program sounds very rewarding to some people.

Sophomore Chris Sweeney said, "The ''Keep the Change" program, in the long run, is designating specific amounts of money to your savings account, little by little. Then at the end of the year, you have a nice sum of money." Sweeney compared this

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idea to saving all his pocket change. He said, "It'll all add up. I saved my pocket change for three years one time. When senior week came around I cashed it in for $351l"

John Heiberger, associate professor of business, took a similar view on "Keep the Change" as Sweeney. Heiberger said, "As students in my personal finance class learn, the secret to financial success is in doing small things." Heiberger also thought that the important aspect of "Keep the Change" is that it encourages people to save. He said, "Americans are generally poor savers which create all kinds of problems for our economy in general and them in particular."

However, there are some skeptics who see some negative aspects to "Keep the Change."

Some believe that the only reason that Bank of America is ere-

afing this program is to encourage consumers to use their debit card. This will benefit Bank of America because every time a person uses their debit card. the bank receives a profit.

Ed Mierzwinksi, consumer advocate and program director for the U.S. Public Interest Research Group, agrees with the claim that the bank is trying to gain profit. Mierzwinksi said, "The savings are diminished compared to how much more the bank will make in these transactions."

Many people also feel that this ultimately makes items more expensive. For, example, a person makes a purchase for $12.50, if they pay with cash it will be the exact amount. However, if they pay with debit card and round up, the purchase ends up being $13.00.

According to a story by the Associated Press, the spokes-

women for Bank of America refused to comment on this claim. Bank of America also would not release the number of people enrolled in "Keep the Change."

Sophomore Brittany Caprice, an elementary education major, said she would definitely take part in "Keep the Change." Caprice said, "I think this is a great idea. At the time, that extra 20 cents or so is not a big deal but as you keep using the card, all of that money adds up. This way you have money saved up for a rainy day!"

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America and the Big Turkey

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•Gobble, Gobble, Gobble. The turkey goes gobble. The time for giving thanks is upon the American people; the American people who gobble~up every form of energy, space, and material good in sight. America, however, would not be America if we did not gobble so much. Big turkeys. stuffed to the brim with whatever are loaded onto the beds of our pickup trucks, basted, driven into our dining rooms and heaved to the center of the table directly under the chandelier. It's the American way.

Squabble, squabble, squabble (Stick with it, a play on words is appropnate during the holidays). As we approach the New Year, Democrats and Republicans continue to squabble while our nation is ilivided over many issues. Just last week, at a Veteran's Day Memorial speech, President Bush took a shot at Senator John Kerry for criticizing prewar intelligence. Are we not approaching the time of the year where we forgive and forget?

Wobble, wobble, wobble. We remain supportive of our troops. but the steadfast support of our leadership present a few years ago is beginning to wobble. How are we supposed to support members of a government in a time of war when they cannot even make peace with one another?

With all this gobbling, squabbling and wobbling, it is uncertain which direction our country is headed. The path America is taking is a concern of many leaders m our country and the concern is expressed every siniie day in every form of media. From former President Jimmy Carter questioning America's future to countries many students have not even heard of disapproving of America, uncertainty reigns supreme.

There 1s a laundry list of issues that need to be dealt with as soon as possible. Persp,ctives have been written in this issue of the LoQwtur relative to how we Americans take things for granted and sometimes we forget how lucky we are. While this idea is absolutely true, it is imperative to also mention how easily we could change things in the world if we were not so driven by money. Money tends to • blind people from the surrounding world. It hinders the realistic view one so desperately needs. Petty issues such as our coffee being too hot or a sweater not fitting a certain way distract us from the issues that should really occupy our minds.

It is evident, however, how quickly the American people can bind together in moments of tragedy. American citizens have donated their time, hearts and hundreds of millions of dollars to relief efforts for trage<!ie~such as Hurricane Katrina and the tsunami victims.

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The United States bonds together as the greatest country in the world in the face of tragedy, but this union we form in severe occasions quickly crumbles. Too often, shallow issues such as religion, race, sex and money pry us apart from one another.

So maybe this thanksgiving, the American people should be thankful for the ability to make money, choose a religion, be a certain race, sex or political party, rather than letting these things divide the population. Not many people around the world can say they have such freedom. For now, let us eat the inflated turkeys that sit before us, but not forget how good we really have it.

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For most students Thanksgiving is essentially about being home with your family and the people you love, but Cabrini's unique way of Thanksgiv-

Dr. Mary Laver, the director of applied social teaching, said,

"The main project the campus sponsors relating to the Thanksgiving season is the Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Campaign, which is a long tradition at

where Dr. Kathy McKinley, a professor in sociology, spoke about world hunger and another speaker from Catholic Relief Services spoke to the audience about hunger and violence in the Darfur region of Sudan, Africa. ing has provided students another way of celebrating with their second family, Cabrini College.

Cabrini College has provided for numerous years a unique experience for all students during the official "kick-ofF of the holiday season. This year the Din-

"We are all one humanfamily, and we have the ability and duty to reach out and make a difference in each others' lives, especially people who are ignored and forgotten in the world "

A student sleep-out, with the theme "Lost" similar to the hit TV show, raised close to two thousand dollars. This money went towards buying Thanksgiving turkeys and other holiday food for 40 needy families

Dr. Mary Laver in the Philadelphia and Noring Hall is providing students with an activity called "Thanksgiving in Our Community."

This November-only promotion is an event where students are invited to being friends and family into Cabrini's dining hall. Bring-a-friend coupons will be distributed so your friends can receive a dinner for half the price. The Dining Hall is also offering invitations where students can bring a senior citizen on Thanksgiving Dinner, which is Wednesday, Nov. 16. These guests will eat for free. If your guest cannot make it that night, they are welcome to join Cabrini at supper time during any dinner that week.

ristown areas. The programs money also was sent Cabrini and many other campus- to CR.Ato help with relief efforts es around the country in Novem- in the Sudan.

ber."

According to Laver, The Hunger and Homelessness Campaign allows Cabrini students to come to the realization that many of us have as we gather around the Thanksgiving table that, "We are all one human family, and we have the ability and duty to reach out and make a difference in each others' lives, especially people who are ignored and forgotten in the world "

On the week of Oct. 30, Cabrini's service program planned a week of activities to help people in need. The week included a Hunger Banquet

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Laver also provided an excellent point that the campus can educate each other about the causes of poverty and "then using our votes and our influence together to change public policies so more people fit around the table of life."

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In issue 9, the story, "Local police officers trade badge to help Gulf Coast victims" failed to mention that Lt. Turtle is the husband of Cabrini alum Vicky Daywalt Turtle, class of 1990.

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not just moving the dirt around to get the job done quicker. I understand its not the greatest job but someone's got to do it, and they get paid to keep the dorms clean, and it is just not getting done right now."

The problem is apparently a campus-wide issue, as residents of other dorms are speaking up. Dominique Maugeri, a sophomore psychology major and a resident of new residence hall, had similar qualms as Simeone, but recognized that part of the blame should be on the students themselves.

"We have no paper towels to dry our hands, the toliets are always clogged, and the shower is broken. I believe the reason for this is because no one takes a stand and talks to the proper authority to improve the situation. We just keep hopping around at different bathrooms and it is ridiculous because no one does anything change things. It is really our fault for not speaking up," Magueri said.

That is a big reason why things aren't getting done, but Holden directs a lot of the problems to a simple lack of respect for the housekeepers and that subsequently turns into a lowered morale from the workers. They are constantly forced to attend to other tasks that take away from their normal workload and they simply can't get through everything in the time they have.

Bill Zimmerman, one of Cabrini's area coordinators (house 2 included), thinks that the housekeeping staff does the best job they can, keeping in mind the type of job they have.

"I think it's one of those things where they have a certain amount of hours. They are hourly employees so if they can't get through everything because of other issues that they need to deal with, they can't address those other issues like putting soap in the bathrooms etc," Zimmerman said.

Zimmerman meets regularly with the head of housekeeping. "Miss Betty". members of residents life. all the ACs and facilities director Holden. They discuss repairs that are not getting done, raising money for housekeeping concerns and most importantly, there is an open dialogue about what is and is not getting done on both ends.

One element that is missing from these meetings however. is that of the student. With the voice of the student, the meeting does not seem to be complete. But as Magueri said. no one has stepped forth to make any changes.

'Thestudentsagree there is a problem. The administration thinks they are doing a fair job. Things \\-ill stay that way until both sides come together and openly discuss the issue.

As stated by both Bill and Ho. rard. a big reason that things are getting done is because of the lack of respect for the dorms themselves. \\'hen property is vandalized and maltreated because of "irresponsible behavior," it makes it hard for the housekeepers to focus on the little things. It also affects their morale, according to Holden, because they feel really disrespected.

Zimmerman issues warnings and fines for such careless behavior by the students, but a lot of the time that does nothing but adversely affect the students attitudes.

Living in the dorms definitely personifies a delicate balance between the people that clean them and the people that inhabit them, and there will be clashes, but things cannot improve until the respect level and the communication level between both sides increases.

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The Delta Epsilon Sigma induction ceremony was held in the mansion dining room on Tuesday, Nov, 8. Delta Epsilon Sigma is a national scholastic honors society for students, faculty and alumni of colleges and universities with a Catholic tradition. Over 100 colleges and universities, including Cabrini, have received charters to establish the chapter.

This ceremony was one of the many festivities and lectures that were held on Cabrini Day. Theses events were held in various locations on campus, such as Dixon Center and Grace Hall. However, the mansion may have breathed in the most prestigious air of the entire day.

The induction ceremony was organized by Dr. Maria Elena Hallion and Dr. John Brown. In attendance were 14 students, three professors and two administrators that were to be inducted into the Catholic honors program. In addition, senior members inducted a year prior to this years ceremony were in atten-

dance as well as friends and family.

In order to be considered by the chapter, students must submit an application. maintain between a 3.5 and 4.0 grade point average and stand in the top 20 percent of their class. Oearly, the Delta Sigma Epsilon is as prestigious as the members that are inducted.

The ceremony opened with a speech from Dr. Charles McCormick, dean of academic affairs. introducing the chapter as ·'the chapter of honors at Cabrini College. Thereafter, five students were recogniz.edby earning the Mastronardiaward, which was given to students that ackoo~ledge the importance of community service while maintaining high scholastic marks.

Following the Mastronardi presentation, Dr. Mary Laver of the Wolfington center, spoke from her experience of putting a child through college and previewed the main itinerary of the night, the induction into the honors society.

Senior Jessica Bieniek. the Delta Epsilon Sigma president at Cabrini, spokeabout the importance of the chapter. Thereafter, Bieniek pointed the spotlight at the inductees. The 14 students who were recognized: Deidre Beadle, Rebecca Oark, Jessica

Damato, Kelly Grant, Meghan Hurley, Lindsey Kleiner, Lynsey McStravick, Jillian Milam, Lana Morelli, Erin Nicole Schell, Collen Marie Small, Allison Superneau, Lynn Talley and Laura VanDePette. Teachers inducted were Dr. Raymond Robb, Ann Servey and William Kuhns. Finally, two administrators were recognized in David Chiles and Dr. Charles McCormick.

Following the induction ceremony, closing remarks by Margaret Fox-Tully, VP for Mission Integration, put a closing touch on the evening by congratulating and expressing the little doubt she had in the inductee students for future success.

All in all. the Delta Epsilon Sigma induction ceremony will be cherished and rememberedfore•,er by all inductees, family and friends.

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JordanattacksplannedbyAl-Qaeda

AsHLEY RANDAZZO STAFF WRITER AAR722@CABRJNI.EDU

The human explosives that detonated on three Jordan hotels were all involved in the terror group Al-Qaeda. Federal agencies are now wondering where Al-Qaeda's terror will spread to next.

Three out of the original four suicide bombers carried out the attacks on the Radisson, The Grand. Hyatt, and The Days Inn hotels. Three of the attackers that died were male, and one female, who failed to have her bomb detonate.

Sajida Mubarak Atrous alRishawi. the wife of one of the dead bombers, and sister to one original leader of Al-Qaeda, lives to tell the story of her failure to carry out her part of the suicide

attacks.

According to BBC News, alRishawi said the plan of attack was organized by her husband, "In Jordan we rented a flat. He had two explosive belts. He put one Qnme and he wore one himself and showed me how to use it. He said we are attacking hotels in Jordan."

Jordan was considered one of the safest countries in the Middle East. All three hotels had very little security in the hotel before the explosions. King Abdullah II leads the absolute monarch.

Before any incident. he put in a good effort to strengthen relations between countries westward. In a security meeting. the king said "the war against terrorists must strike all those who justify... their actions or support thejr destructive beliefs."

Confidence in security has lessened greatly since this incident and many are unsure about what the next step is for protection. Once Jordan was considered one of the safest countries in the Middle East, these attacks have left their government baffled. BBC News reports on how Jordan is now left to pick up the pieces that have fallen, " they will undoubtedly reexamine domestic and foreign policies to see if the}' might be amended to enable the country to remain a rare and valued safe haven in the Middle East."

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CabriniDay celebratesimmigration,heritage Studentstravelbockintime,learnaboutimmigration

KELLY MURPHY STAFF WRITER KAM736@CABRJ1'1.EDU

On Nov. 8 at a program called the Assembly of the Whole, students, faculty along with guest speakers, Father Belecki and President Iadarola gathered to acknowledge the recipients of the Mastronardi award, recognize Cabrini High school in New Orleans and take a tour through a tenement in Manhattans Lower East side in the late 19th century.

This information packed program began at 12:30 in Grace Hall with an opening prayer given by Belecki followed by a short introduction by President Iadarola. Iadarola gave recognition to the faculty and staff members who planned Cabrini's inaugural CabriniWeek.

Cabrini Day and the newly founded Cabrini week is a tradition at Cabrini College. It is a "day that we pause and reflect to honor our Cabrini Heritage," stated Margaret Fox Tully, vice president of nuss10n integration and human resources.

Dr. Iadarola than spoke about the theme of immigration, "we haven't exhausted this topic," Iadarola claimed.

Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini, the college patron, dedicated her life to immigrants and immigration. Therefore as a college founded in her name awareness and education towards the topic are stressed. "We need to grasp what the issues are, and allow our hearts and minds to be enlightened," Dr. Iadarola stated.

With that thought in mind.

Dr. Mary Laver introduced this year's winners of the Mastronardi Award. Accord-

ing to the Wolfington Center this award, "is given to Cabrini College students who have distinguished themselves through service to community & world, and whose GPA and financial aid status qualifies them to receive the award." This year the five winners were Deidre Beadle. Chris Friel, Tracy Johnson, Sharon Kolankiewicz and Phil Nicolo. These students have dedicated tremendous efforts to aiding the community and there efforts have even been recognized on a national level.

At the ceremony the president of Cabrini High school in New O~leans was also in attendance. Three graduates of the high school who are now students at Cabrini College presented Ardley Haneman with a check for $2,000 due to their fundraising efforts after Hurricane Katrina. Haneman accepted the check graciously with a sense that only victims of the hurricane could truly understand. Coincidentally the principal of the high school was unable to attend because Cabrini High school was reopening its doors the same day for the first time since the disaster.

Professor Angie Corbo then introduced Alex Narvaez and Lokki Chan who are tour guides at the Lower East side Tenement Museum in Manhattan, N.Y.

They gave an in depth look at the lives of two immigrant families from Europe living in the same tenement building in the late 19th century. "Tenement actually means apartment building," Narvaez said, he than went on.to say "so we could say Donald Trump lives in a tenement," to stress that the word tenement has always received negative connotation when in fact it simply means apartment. The negative feelings the word was given are to due the living conditions immigrants faced in the apartment buildings.

A slideshow that depicted rooms and living quarters was then shown. They were 20 apartments in the tenement museum. Each apartment was built with one, if lucky two windows and many times there were no utilities except for outhouses. The speaker depicted times where you would have to wait in line at 4 a.m. in December to use the bathroom.

The garment industry was the main bui.iness that sustained the Lov1,er East side and sweatshops were as common as a fanuly with six children. With sweatshops came abuse in the garment industry. People worked for nothing and received no benefits prior to labor laws. Even with the formation of unions in the early 1900's people were viewed as machines and were easily replaceable with the great influx of immigrants still coming to the United Stated who were more than willing to take any job they could get.

Narvaez then asked the audience to look at their own clothing labels and the persons next to them to see where the clothes were made. He demonstrated the point that sweatshops still exists today and even if clothes say made in the U.SA., that can be misleading due to the fact that the clothes could have only been assembled here or made on a U .S territory like Guam or Puerto Rico.

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Haitian Awareness

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Thousands of Haitians wait patiently in Haiti for a ticket to America. In Philadelphia this process is eased through an organization of people who assist these thousands during their application process and guide them during their time in America.

Dr. Franz Latour,a speaker on Cabrini Day, was born in Haiti

and currently working with incoming immigrants from Haiti. Latour spoke about the immigration process and the health issues in Haiti. This organization is privately paid for through donations and other

focused on helping immigrants at any time. For instance, if someone had received documents and notified him past "office hours," it is his job and responsibility to act as a counselor to this person and help no matter what the circumstance. This specific organization focuses predominately on health awareness in Haiti. Latour spoke on the recent research of breast cancer and said, "We decided to write a proposal to educate Haitian women on Breast Cancer."

Through this organization the women are now scheduled for regular

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mammograms and learn the importance of health.

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Flagsof different nations hang in the lobby of the Dixon Center on Cabrini Day.

Latour said, "You never know what to expect." In addition he stated that the organization is

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From left to right. Kelly Moorehead, Jamie Gardiner, and LindsayWalther listen as Megan Farrell presents a poster about immigration.

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From left to right. LauraWoods, Madison Bosurgi, and Maria McGuigan discuss Mexican immigration. An aria! view of students at the Dixon Center on Cabrini Day. Students gathered to learn about immigration.

lntntigration issues of past, present confronted through art

AMANDA POPOVITCH STAFF WRITER AVP722@CABRIN1.EDU

What does it mean to be an American? This was just one of many questions relating to immigration that was discussed at the lecture "Immigration through the Artist Interpretation." This presentation demonstrated how the Lower East Side Tenement Museum through its exhibits raises issues about immigration in the past and present. Museum patrons do not merely get to experience a historical site or learn about the past history of immigration, but they discuss real issues that still confront immigrants today.

The presentation was hosted by two members of the Lower East Side Tenement Museum, Alex Narvaez and Lokki R. Chan. The session began with a video clip about a family that emigrated from Puerto Rico in the early 1900's. The story of the Rivera family and their struggle with adapting to American life was the perfect lead in to the rest of the lecture.

Most immigrants face a constant struggle between trying to

Strongearth. quake shakes northern Japan

ALYSSAMOORE STAFF WRITER A.\N733@CABRIN1.EDU

A strong earthquake shook northern Japan early Tuesday, triggering a small tsunami that struck coastal areas about 200 miles from the epicenter.

The quake, with a preliminary magnitude 7.2, hit at 6:39 a.m. and was centered off the east coast of Japan's main island of Honshu. Japan's Meteorological Agency measured the magnitude at 6.9. The quake hit at a depth of about 15 miles and was centered off the coast of Sanriku in northern Japan, 330 miles east of Tokyo.

Pa. teens found after parents slain

• Pennsylvania teenager, David Ludwig, 18, suspected of killing his girlfriend's parents, was captured in Indiana on Monday after a police chase that ended when he crashed head-on into a tree in Belleville. The girlfriend, 14 year-old Kara Beth Borden. accompanied him; however investigators say it was not immediately clear whether she was abducted or went along willingly.

sources and are designed to invoke discussion and critical thinking in the observer. "It depends totally on the interaction between the presenter and the audience.- Lokki Chan said.

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Students were very interested° in learning about their herrita,ge and how immigration has shaped their families. maintain pieces of their own personal culture and way of life, while also trying to assimilate themselves into American culture. The Rivera family faced enonnous pressure to adapt American language and culture. Toda) immigrants do not face the same kind of pressure the Rivera family did but they still face many issues that make life in America very difficult.

The exhibits at the museum are created from a number of

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Authorities say that Ludwig shot Kara's parents, Michael F. and Cathryn Lee Borden, early Sunday after they and their daughter had an hour long argument about her curfew when she came home late. The shootings occurred at the families' home near Lititz, Pa., about 60 miles west of Philadelphia. Kara's sister, 13 year-old Katelyn Borden, said she saw Ludwig shoot her father and then ran to the bathroom for cover where she heard the second shot that killed her mother. Kara's nine-year-old brother ran to the neighbor's house and called 911. Soon after, police issued a warrant for Ludwig's arrest on charges of criminal homicide and kidnapping. They are both now in custody.

France to extend anti-riot powers

French President Jacques Chirac's government decided on Monday to ask parliament to extend emergency powers for three months to quell unrest, which he said, pointed to a national identity crisis. They decided to seek the extension of the measures such as curfews to help stamp out violent protests against racism and unemployment by youths of African and Arab origin as well as white adolescents. Chirac seeks to end the criticism that he is out of touch and has been too silent over the violence that began after two youths were accidentally electrocuted as they hid from police in a power substation in a Paris suburb. The unrest spread across France but has started to decline.

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the ineffectiveness of public safety. I am most certainly guilty of complaining about all of these things, repetitively.

MEGHAN HURLEY STAFF WRITER MLH722@CABRINI.EDU

In light of recent disasters, tsunamis, hurricanes, earthquakes, floods and tornadoes, it has caused me to really evaluate my life. Since I have started writing for the newspaper, the topics that are most talked about in class are about the problems that students face on campus. We are constantly complaining about the parking problems, the bathroom conditions, the temperature in the rooms, the long lines and slow service in Jazzman's and

However, I also then get to thinking about how lucky I am. I am very lucky to have the opportunity of an upper-level education. I am very lucky to have a bed to sleep in at night. I am very lucky to have a warm room to go to when it is freezing outside. I am very lucky to have a place where I can shower whenever I need to. I am very lucky to have access to food when I am hungry. The list could go on forever.

I am aware of the argument that, yes, we do pay a lot of money to go to this school, and there are some flaws in the system. But I am not here to address the flaws in the system; that has been done enough. The administration is aware of these prob-

!ems, and if people want to continue to push for them, more power to them. I will probably even put in a request to have the heat in my room turned down a notch. But that will be it. I almost feel selfish complaining about the excessi,e beat because there are many people m the world who would do just about anything to get into the warm holli.e where I live.

Recently. I was reading a book about the hunger epidemic in children in the United States. In it, the author recounted a story about how one day she was driving through a poorer neighborhood and saw three children rummaging through a trash can for food. They found a halfeaten chicken and divided it up between them. The smallest child was eating a drumstick and the author saw all these black things in her mouth. They were

ants. This, for me, puts those long lines in Jazzman's in perspective. I may have to wait a while, but in the end, I still get good quality, ant-free food.

We are living in a closed environment on campus and should consider ourselves lucky that one of the biggest problems we have to deal with is not having toilet paper in the bathrooms. We all have paper towels, or napkins or tissues. It's not hard to find a substitute until the roll is refilled.

Recently, a group of students, including myself, spent the night sleeping outside near the peace pole in the middle of campus in solidarity with the homeless as a part of Cabrini's annual Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Campaign. It was freezing outside, and I was the most uncomfortable I had ever been in my entire life. Everyone, including myself, was complaining about

the cold, the hard ground and the acorns. I realized that was the point. What we were complaining about, some people go through every night of their lives. And they don't have the sleeping bags and five layers of clothing that I had on. Also, I was able to eat breakfast and return to my room afterwards.

This put a lot of things in perspective for me, and I vowed to at least try and think before I complained about how hot my room is. I am not saying that these issues shouldn't be addressed, but I think it's important to remember that we already have a lot to be grateful for. Maybe we should focus more on what we have than on what we don't.

Rushing into Christmas, neglecting Thanksgiving

at my little sister in her Halloween witch costume. Today, I am staring at the plastic Santa Claus on my neighbor's roof.

KATHERINEBRACHELLI STAFF WRITER

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As I watch my neighbor struggle to put a string of Christmas lights around his roof and yell for me to help give him a hand, I can't help but to think to myself that this man is nuts. I feel like Halloween has just ended and this guy is decorating for Christmas. What about Thanksgiving?

Every year, I feel like we are rushed into Christmas even quicker. Halloween just disappeared and Christmas is rounding the comer in just a blink of an eye. Yesterday I was staring

Nonetheless, I can't help but to let myself be dragged into the rush of the quickly approaching Christmas holiday. I find myself up on my neighbor's roof helping him with that string of lights he can't seem to get right. To try and escape all the people who are energetically preparing for the Christmas holiday, I bop , into my car with my mom in hope of getting all the items we need for Thanksgiving dinner.

I turn on the radio in my car only to find that Christmas music is playing. Thanksgiving has not even passed and they have Christmas music all day on some radio stations. I leave the Christmas music on as I happily hum to Harry Connick Jr.'s, "When My Heart Finds Christmas." My trip that was supposed to be to the

Letter to the editor

To Whom It May Concern:

I'd like to take a moment to write to you about the article in Issue 10, entitled "Deer lurk in Cabrini woods, pose threats." I'd like to begin by saying that the title of this article alone makes me chuckle. Deer? A THREAT? Really, now. I feel I need to bring a, few points to light about our fuzzy, brown population.

Deer, by nature, are territorial animals; they will in fact, risk starvation and death before they leave their territo-

ry. We invaded their space some 50 years ago to build this institution. We came into their land and no, I'm not saying bum Cabrini to the ground and give the deer back their home, but honestly, we moved in on them.

What kind of "damage" do they cause to our campus, anyway? The only thing l can think of is a few packages of deer ex«rement and I've honestly never even seen that aroun·d.

Heck, I'd admit that Pennsylvania has a deer population problem, but are we really living "in

grocery store somehow ended up at the nearby mall.

The mall is all decked out for the Christmas holiday. Christmas lights are sparkling from end to end in the mall. Everywhere I turn, I see Christmas trees with ornaments gleaming in the window displays of

dedicated to selling Christmas items to decorate the house. I end up purchasing a few items that will look nice around the house at Christmas time and leave the mall.

As much as I complain about the quick transition from Halloween right to Christmas, I have also become a victim in participating in the rush to get ready for \ Christmas. As much as we all - want to avoid being thrown ..a,;,,&.,.into the Christmas holiday _.---, so quickly, I feel like we ' are all somehow persuaded to join the .,11'11:'-~.ll~ trend. Whether it be

every store. I see a group of men working tirelessly in the far end of the mall creating the elaborate Santa display where children will meet with Santa the following weekend to get their picture with him. Soon enough, I am caught up in a little store

an uneasy harmony" with them? Have there been any headlines in the Loquitur reading "Deer mauls student!" or "Deer rummage through trash, make mess?" In my three years, it has• n 't been the case. These docile animals usually run away at the sight of something unfamiliar.

As for removing the deer from campus, bow, oh how, would we arrange such a project? The sheer time, cost and effort to be' put into such a project is merely spurred from lac.leof a better way to spend tuition money. Think of the beauty these animals bring to campus. It's not everyday you get to experience

something as little as listening to that favorite Christmas song of yours in early November, putting those Christmas decorations up early or hitting up the malls with certain intentions of purchasing items and instead being enticed to buy that little Christmas item on sale, in one way or another it some-

the commercialism that is the King of Prussia Mall and to see a wonderful specimen of wildlife within ten minutes of each other.

Ponder this fun fact from Cabrini: we have an albino deer. The mystery that surrounds this almost mythical creature comes from students, staff and faculty alike who have seen it. That albino deer gives us something to look for during late night walks and walking to our 8:15s in the mornings.

As for deer posing a threat to our campus community, I think that's a displacement of frustration. The deer aren't the ones driving at obnoxious speeds up

bow catches up to us.

Although I know I get caught up in the Christmas holiday like many others even before Thanksgiving arrives, Thanksgiving is a holiday that I think many individuals enjoy. Sometimes we all get so caught up in the rushed Christmas spirit that we all forget about Thanksgiving until it is only a few days away.

The idea of having family and friends gather together to have a big turkey dinner, or to go into Philadelphia and freeze outside to witness the parade in Center City and yell at the balloon crew to spin their balloon or to simply watch the big football game on TV is a day that many of us should celebrate and enjoy without being thrown into the rush to get ready for Christmas. It's frustrating to think that we all get so rushed into Christmas that Thanksgiving is almost forgotten and not as much time is put into preparing for Thanksgiving.

and down Residential Boulevard and the entrances to Cabrini. The residents, commuters and guests drive those roads too fast, of course making it more of a shock when, gasp, YOU have to slow down for something.

Thanks, Loquitur. I hope next week you tell me about the risks that squirrels pose to our campus.

Sincerely,

Cristina D' Amelio Psychology major Class of 2007

Real wonien have real curves

Dove is working to celebrate diversity and have women "embrace their curves," according to Dove's website, http://www.campaignforrealbeauty.com.

Pajamainvasion

MARIA D' ALESSANDRO MANAGING EDITOR MAD724@CABRINI.EDU

The Dove campaign for real beauty has a slogan: "For too long, beauty has been defined by narrow, stifling stereotypes. You've told us it's time to change all that. We agree. Because we believe real beauty comes in many shapes, sizes and ages. It is why we started the Campaign for Real Beauty. And why we hope you'll take part."

This company, known for their soap, is now campaigning for the integration of more "normal-sized" women, not the typical size-zero girls we see strutting across our television screens and magazine pages.

This is the best news I have ever heard. I am not about to print to the public my measurements, but I can tell you right now, I certainly don't wear sizetwo jeans.

Young girls find it hard to keep up with the latest beauty pressures from those in the spotlight. In fact. a recent teen body image survey in the United Kingdom, featured oo Dove's site, indicated thaI six out of l 0 girls thought they woold be "happier if they"'~ thinner." The body fat of these models and actresses is at least 10 percent less than that of healthy women, according to the British Medical Association.

In the United States, the Dove Self-Esteem Fund is working with the Girl Scouts of the USA to promote improved selfesteem, originally founded in 2002.

It turns out that by glancing at your "Cosmopolitan" or ·'Vogue" for three minutes can lower the self-esteem of 80 percent of women, according to Dr. Susie Orbach, a psychotherapist at the London School of Economics.

So, maybe us ladies, and men too, need to widen our personal definitions ofbeauty. I am not about to support obesity, overeating or excessive weight gain just to make a point, but I fully support the integration of different shapes, colors and sizes of models in the future, and the sooner the better.

Let's face it. We are not these little ladies who have been touched up on screen or on glossy pages and most of us will never look like them. We are all sizes and all colors. We have large legs, but small arms, and broad shoulders, but little legs. Maybe our calves look big in certain outfits, but hands down, we are different. Embrace it.

Child sex traffickingin our backyard

AMANDA POPOVITCH STAFF WRITER AVP722@CABRINI.EDU

Walking through the halls you can see rhem everywhere: pajama bottoms. Whatever you want to call them, the} are sleepwear. I recently v.rote an article on this topic. and I felt the need to write this pcr.;pective so I could express my own opinion on the fashion trend that characterizes my generation. I really feel as thoughthis is one of those trends that has come by solely in my lifetime, and it is shocking to see how hugely popular it is becoming with younger generations.

• very difficult task. I attended Catholic schools for 12 years and hbnestly, I was happy just to get to be able to choose what I wore to class when I got to college. I put up with annoying plaid skirts and tights for all those years, so I do not take my clothing freedom for granted. I don't dress to the nines every Tuesday and Thursday to go to my 8:15 a.m. class, but I don't indulge in the pajama craze either. No matter what, pajamas will always be sleepwear to me; not early-morning or half-the-day wear.

KELLYMURPHY STAFF WRITER KAM736@CABRINI.EDU

Last Wednesday I was patiently waiting in line at Jazzman's for my normal popcorn chicken salad, and as I waited and waited, I glanced down at my watch and saw that it was 3:54 p.m. and I had exactly six minutes to get to my room for 'Oprah.' I bet you thought this was going to be another redundant piece on Jazzman's. Fooled you.

I do not watch 'Oprah' religiously, and I normally have no idea who and what her shows are about on a daily basis, but the night before, when flipping through the channels, I saw a preview for her show the next day. Simply put, it was about sexual abuse in regard to children in under developed countries. After watching the show, it was deeper than that and closer to home.

Once I saw the faces of the young children who were bribed or kidnapped from their homes and then shoved into the child sex trafficking world, I was disgusted and wanted other people to know about this horrible trend and how it isn't just happening overseas.

As we all know, sex sells. The trafficking of children for the purpose of sex is a multi-million-dollar, man-made business. For those that don't know, according to UNICEF, sex traf-

ficking is the recruitment, harboring, transportation, provision or obtaining of a person for the purpose of a commercial sex act, in which a commercial sex act is • induced oy force-,fraud or coercion, or in which the person forced to perform such an act is under the age of 18 years. It is most prominent in South Asia where an estimated 2.5 million boys and girls are forced into prostitution.

Many times in Europe these children and the jobs they are doing are condoned by the parents as a means for easy money.

The children walk the streets at night waiting for tourists, many who are Americans, to stop jllld come up with some form of deal between the parent and perpetrator for a few minutes alone in the car with the child. These children not only undergo sexual abuse, but are also mentally scarred and are never able to receive the proper counseling or education on what they have done, because these children end up feeling shameful and feeling like they did something wrong to deserve this torture. They believe the fact that they are being used for sex is their fault.

Since this is a global problem, the leaders of these trafficking rings can never truly be caught and punished for these crimes. Even with some form of evidence, it often comes down to the child's word versus the leader's. But really what is the true crime here, what are these traffickers doing? They kidnap children, mainly young girls, and force them to have sex with 10 to 12 men a day. In Asia, young girls who are believed to be virgins sell for a higher value, and if the girl happens to not be a virgin, many times they will per-

form surgeries to make, for lack of better words, the customer believe she is.

But I mean this is happening in Asia amt-Europe. So really no big deal, let them sort that out themselves. Wrong. Children are being shipped and smuggled in and out of the United States, many times in pinatas from our Mexican borders. Nice. According to UNICEF, 1.2 million children are trafficked each year. A guest of Oprah's, Gary Haugen, president of the international justice mission, stated, "One group was able to identify 12 brothels within a mile radius of the White House:· ~ow I understand President Bush may be busy. However. he needs to realize what is happening in his own backyard.

Another guest of Oprah's, Michele Gillen, a reporter on a television station in Miami, recently went undercover to investigate child smuggling. She started her investigation in Tijuana, Mexico but was quickly led across the border to the prominent community of Oceanside, Calif. It was there that police discovered an outdoor brothel in the woods. In closet-like makeshift bedrooms made out of bamboo reeds, young girls were forced to have sex on dirt floors with as many as 40 men a day while plastic bags shield them from any public view.

There are things that can be done to promote awareness and prevent trafficking and sex crimes from continuing in our own country. You can write your local senator or congressmen to just let tl!em know you are aware of the probiem and want it to stop or maybe with one letter will come two and so on and a difference can be made to the children that are affected.

I know pajama bottoms are comfortable and easy to wear to class. In fact, there are so many things that are appealing about these kinds of comfort clothes that it is hard not to condone wearing them. Certainly students have a right to wear something comfortable to class as long as it suitably covers their body: And let's face facts: we all know that an 8:15 a.m. class is not usually the epicenter of high fashion, so it would seem pajama bottoms are ok under these circumstances

However, there is another side to this argument. We are constantly told in college about the importance of being mature and professional regarding our education. In fact, I remember constantly hearing this from my high school teachers and advisers. We are also constantly told that college is designed to prepare us for the real world. the working world, and we are to be a functional and contributing member of society. Frankly, it seems odd that an institution designed for this purpose allows students to come to class looking like they just rolled out of bed.

I don't know about other students, but I don't see getting up in the morning and at least throwing on jeans and a t-shirt a

Pajamas always look lazy and give off the feeling of laziness and lack of caring for one's appearance. I understand that the temptation in college to hop out of bed and walk over to class without changing is great, especially if you are planning on going back to bed after your class. However, it is important to remember when you head off to class that what you look like projects the type of person you are to the world. Even if your professors don't mind or all your friends wear them too, you are still showing the world that it was just too tough for you to change clothes before you came to class that morning. And things are really bad if it gets to be time for dinner and you are in the cafeteria still wearing those pajamas.

I am certainly not completely innocent. I've indulged in the occasional day where I wore sweatpants or a pair of l~ track pants to my morning class. But I can honestly say I have never come to class in the same thing I wore to bed the night before. I am not saying we should all be showing up in skirts and suits and ties. Nonetheless, the next time you wake up in the morning and you think "Should I change or just go like this?"

Remember that one day you are going to probably have a job where you will wake up in the morning and have to come in looking like the consummate professional. So condition yourselves. just a bit for the shock, and get up in the morning to put • on at least something casual that you got out of a drawer and not something you slept in.

Real eaut : the darin Dove models

ELIZABETH BRACHELLI STAFF WRITER EAB722@CABRINI.EDU

Women of all shapes and sizes have been staring in awe at billboards, magazines, commercials and buses passing by as six women with real curves are plastered all over advertising for Dove's finning lotion.

Dove is being praised by not only women, but Cabrini students everywhere with their ad campaign. The ad features the six women ranging from sizes six to 14 proudly modeling in their bras and panties for the firming lotion.

Evie Meyer, a freshman whose major is undecided, said, "I love the Dove commercials. It shows it's OK not to be a stick. Not a lot of people on campus are like the skinny models; it's not a reality. The Dove models are pretty."

Most people are celebrating Dove's curvy models. But at the same time, it's causing controversy because the models are of average size and not stick thin like the majority of models today. Dove used the average sized women since they've campaigned that firming the thighs of a size

two supennodel is no challenge. Real women have real bodies with real curves. Dove wants to celebrate those curves, according to Dove.com.

Renee Roff, a freshman elementary and education major, is among one of the many who believes in the Dove campaign.

Roff said, "It probably caught everyone's eyes and they should probably do more of it. I think it represents normal people. Normal people look like that and people may not want to see more of it, but we're not all models. People will remember the Dove commercials."

According to Dove, the models were chosen from all over the United States, and their pictures were not retouched in the advertisements.

Mike Cattone, a senior exercise science major, said, "It helps all people realize it's acceptable to not fall mto the perfect frame. Like Calvin Klein, they hammer it into everyone's heads. It puts everyone at ease."

Dove is also doing more than advertising. Dove started a global campaign with the Dove girls used in their ads for the "Campaign for Real Beauty."

The Campaign for Real Beau-

Dove's "RealBeauty Campaign" gives public a new insight to real beauty for real women.

ty is trying to create a view of beauty women can enjoy everyday. The Dove Company started a fundraiser for their Dove selfesteem fund to help young girls with low self-esteem and they also have collected photographs of real women for their "Million faces album" showcasing the

diversity of beauty.

Vanessa Zeller, a freshman English and communication major, said, "I think it's better to see the bigger models than the anorexic models. It's realistic."

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JESSWB!8/1'HOTOEDrroR The bookstore has brought In a new StoCkof hoodies, blankets, sweatpants, mugs, keychains and other apparel for students to show off their Cabrini spirit.

Bookstore manager Michele Kennedy said, "We try to keep a fresh assortment of clothes around the holiday season because that's when we are the busiest."

New additions to the bookstore include fresh hoodies, winter jackets, beanies, fitted hats, basketball shorts and new tshirts. Along with the classic school colors, new shades are also popping up throughout the store with some of the clothes accented with pink, baby blue and light yellow.

Nikole Czapp, a biology/premed major, said "I love the hooded sweatshirts and the pink and light blue colors."

Hoodiesare a staple piece in a college student's wardrobe. This year the bookstore has plenty of styles, fits and colors to pick from. The sweatshirts are screenprinted or embroidered, which run a little higher in price. Colors of the sweatshirts range from

gray, navy blue, aqua blue and pink which all have different versions of the Cabrini logo.

Women's items seem to have been most notably updated in the store, with an assortment of new fits, colors and screenprints on apparel. The new drawstring sweatpants are trendy, with their cut off bottoms and loose, but flattering, fit. Colors, such as black and gray, adorn the pants with 'Dlbrini" printed in an Old-English font, which is reminiscent of the popular L.A.M.B. clothing line from Gwen Steffani. Other chic items include new short sleeve t-shirts in pastel colors. 1be new shirts prove to be a great alternative to the baggy men's fits that women sometimes are forced to resort to. The tees are decorated with a fun paisley print and the Cabrini logo which gives them a cute appearance, while still incorporating school pride.

Latest men's items in the bookstore include mesh basketball shorts, fitted baseball caps and winter hats. The new basketball shorts seem to be a popular item with their extra-long length and sporty appearance. The baseball caps are also a popular item in the bookstore which are neutral enough that they can look good on guys or girls. One style that stands out among the hats is an all-white cap with two white C's embroidered on the front.

To keep an assortment of fits and styles, the bookstore is stocked with clothing that comes from over 10 different vendors, including Jansport and Champion. New arrivals come in periodically. However, most of the shipments arrive at the beginning of each semester.

• Items at the bookstore can also be a great place to do some of • your holiday shopping. There can be something for everyone in your family, from your parents to young children in your family.

Louis DeFrancisco, a graphic design major, said, "I am probably going to buy something for my parents something for Ghristmas at the bookstore, so I don't have to go to the mall, and they'll like it because it has Cabrini on it."

Prices at the bookstore can range from $3 for a key chai.Qto around $40 for a sweatshirt. Some of the products are also available online through the bookstore's website for distant relatives or friends interested in merchandise.

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dollar a piece. Demand for the bracelets skyrocketed shortly after their release, and many pattons were scouring stores and hospitals looking to buy them.

From Hurricane Katrina to cancer research, there is a little rubber bracelet for everything these days. They can be seen on the wrists of both children and adults for all different reasons. Some are meant for fun and others support serious causes.

Whether or not you have a few of your own, it is clear that this trend has swept the nation.

The origin of the bracelets lies with cycling superstar Lance Armstrong. The athlete created

the Lance Armstrong Foundation in 1997 to support cancer survivors and cancer research. In 2004, the foundation launched its Livestrong campaign with sneaker giant Nike, and they produced about 5 million bracelets originally. After a year, approximately 50 million bracelets have been sold.

"When I heard that Nike was making 5 million of them, I was a little skeptical. I figured we'd be shooting them at each other for years." Armstrong said, according to USA T~y.

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The distinctive bright yellow rubber bracelets sport the word "Livestroog" and sell for about a

Recently, other causes have caught on to the bracelet rage. Catholic Relief Services sold them to support victims of the tsunami. Some aid foun~tions

plays. "I wear the bracelet because I really do support Lance Armstrong and what he is doing," said Read De Sabato, a senior English and communication major. De Sabato also sported a bracelet supporting the Philadlephia Eagles, his favorite football team. Perhaps it is this ability to personalize the bracelets that has

nnodrawn so many to these simple pieces of rubber jewelry.

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raise money for survivors of Hurricane Katrina. Other bracelets contain patriotic sayings or proudly proclaim support for the troops in Iraq.

The bracelets have also branched out into less worthy causes as well. Some simply come in fun colors with greetingcard type sayings about friendship or love on them. Others come in a variety of neon colors designed to be worn more as a trendy fashion statement than as a sign of any deeper meaning. There are even some that support sports teams, display favorite personality traits or Chinese symbols

with different meanings. Whether it is supporting a cause or purely for fun, these easily and cheaply produced rubber bracelets have shown that a trend does not have to be about expensive clothing or a fancy designer. However, it is clear that at least some of the appeal of these bracelets lies in the fact that the wearer often feels some connection to the idea the bracelet dis-

Meet new Dixon Center director

Gill says she would like to be part of the team that sees the Dixon Center grow. She said that she would like the intramural program compatible with other colleges the size of Cabrini College. Gill would also like the intramural programs to be safe and fun for students where they will come to relieve stress from studying.

According to Gill, she is in her part of her job where she is not only learning about her job but also assessing to see if any changes need to be done. Gill

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dants' customer service. She says they got it right, especially with the smiles.

Margaret Gill brings 26 years of experience in the field of recreation. Gill has been working at the North East family YMCA fitness center in Philadelphia with the youth program. She also spent 21 years working in the department of defense's recreation program. What Gill loves most about Cabrini College is that she is given permission to do her job.

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receive a greater amount of popularity, there are still those who believe piercing is more practical and has become more popular in Body an has become iocreas- recent years. Piercing, like tatingly common since the punk toos, has an ancient background rock culture of the 80s up until as well. Alteredbody.com states ~Y- Almost everywhere, there that piercing was used by the is someone that has an interesting Romans on a certain body part to piercing or a colorful tattoo that is exemplify bravery. Also Native visible for the world to see, but Americans participated in body which of these acts of self expres- piercing for many of the same sioo is more popular? significant purposes. According Charles McCormick, dean of to the website, its popularity academic affairs, who bas taught flourished because of the expoand is cur- .--------------- sure to rock reotly teach- stars, fashion ing classes models and dealing with many celebritattoos, has a ties who sport lot of know!- piercing as a edge on the fashion statetopic. His ment. class looked Bill Elder, at over 200 a junior history examples of and political modem tat- L-======;__ __::__::::....:.::::,science major, toos and then JESSWBl8iPHoToEDm>ll said "Piercing art k Are piercings or tattoos more popular1You seem's to be P 00 10 decide. research per- more popular taining to the meaning of the tat- lately because it is not permanent. too and its significance. You can get rid of them or take According to McCormick, tat- them out when you're tired of toos have been around for cen- them. If you get a tattoo, you're turies. They date back to early stuck with it." periods of time during slavery If a change of mind occurs, the and were also commonly seen on piercing is removable, where as a sailors. McCormick believes that tattoo stays forever and is unable ~y there is a slight decrease in to be removed, except with tattoos mainly because the eager- expensive surgery. The option ness to be different has taken that enables a person to remove it diverse paths. if you have a change of heart has

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"My boss, Dr. Christine Lysiooek, has provided me with the 'tools' and support as well as with the history of bow the Dixon Center came to be," Gill said. Gill is the new Dixon Center director. done in an organized manner. Gill said she cares about the field of recr;eationand would like 'fuNOMUKWATBI AsINO

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Energetic; that's bow the new director of the Dixon Center described herself. Margaret Gill is the new director of the Dixon Center. Dr. Tony Verde, the former director of the Dixon Center, is now solely an associate professor of exercise science and health promotion after resigning from the director position.

Having only started at Cabrini College in October, the new director says that "it's too early to say 'here are the changes I would like to see in place."' However,

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Gill added that she would like students to be in charge of their to spark that interest to students, work in a responsible way. "I if they one ~y get a job in the hope it's not wrong to say that," field of recreation or at a college Gill said, making sure she did not like herself. Gill is thankful for step on the wrong toes. According the support that the former directo Gill, she was interviewed by tor, Verde, has given her. Gill is seven students who wanted to also grateful to everyone that bas know in what directions they made her feel welcome. "Everywere going. one stops by and says hello. They Gill says she plans to meet seem to notice that there is a new with the students to understand person," Gill said. their job as well as to improve customer service. The director pointed out that the front desk attendants were the most important, as they are the first thing that customers see when they enter the· building. The director was satisfied with the front desk atten-

In his studies he has found that heightened the popularity of tattoos are a result of a rebellious piercing lately and has made it leap in the life of a middle class more appealing to t.l:}eyounger adolescent. ''They [adolescents] generations. are trying to tell themselves, I'm "I think piercing is more popmaturiog, I'm developing and ular because it can always be I'm not like everybody else." removed if you don't like it anyMcCormick said, "Ironically, by more," Danielle Finnigan, a attempting to be different, they freshman elementary education are all doing the same thing, major, said. She also agrees with which has lessened the trend over the popular idea that piercing the years." seems to be more practical.

He also mentioned that recent- Despite the opposing views on ly many have turned to getting tattoos and piercing, they both tattoos for the symbolically- continue to have an impact on charged aspect than the rebellious many, serving as a way to express leap, which also has led to a our individuality and ourselves. It decline. Aman~ Arnold, a fresh- is difficult to imagine a time man secon~ education major, when they won't be around said, "I beli~ve tattoos are more unless generations to come dispopular today. The two tattoos I cover another method to diversify have, a butterfly and a Chinese themselves. symbol meaning strength, mean very much to me. My butterfly means I am growing or that I have grown and my symbol of strength reminds me to keep going and that I can fight through anything if I think I can."

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Rap icons and former lyrica1 rivals Jay-Z and Nas inspired hope within the hip-hop industry when they ended their war of words. The two infamous artists appeared on-stage together during a Powerhouse Concert held in New Jersey's Continental Airline Arena. This reunion terminated a beef between the New York rappers, which had been on-going for several years, and shocked hip-hop fans everywhere.

For years, dating as far back as 2001, Brooklyn-born rapper, JayZ, and Queens-native, Nas, took lyrical stabs at one another. Jay-Z took the beef to a personal level. In a song directed at his nemesis, he took a shot at the mother of

Nas' daughter by insinuating that the pair had been involved romantically.

For the most part, Nas strayed from the personal attacks; instead, his reply, entitled Ether, drew into question Jay's street credibility.

Although the beef never quite matched the extremity of the East-Coast, West-Coast rivalry, which ultimately ended in the tragic deaths of Tupac Shakur andNotorious BJ.G., Jay-Z and Nas, proved to be ruthless lyricists. In what Nas later deemed a battle to be considered "King of New York," according to MTV.com,many feared that these two men were playing with fire.

It seemed as though Jay-Z would continue on his path of feuds, when he declared the Powerhouse event an "I Declare

War" concert on a popular New York radio station. Instead, he surprised the audience when he and Nas appeared on stage sideby-side. Within an industry marred by tragedy and feuds, these two accomplished men decided to promote peace by putting an end to their beef.

Nas joined Jay-Z in front of hundreds, maybe thousands, of fans and together they performed Jay's hit "Dead Presidents." Each artist then went on to perform their own hits individually, coming back together at the end of the concert.

Their reunion has definitely received mixed reviews.

This performance is viewed by many to be a landmark event, a stepping stone towards ,a new attitude within the rap industry.

According to sophomore Eric

Pendleton, "Two of the biggest and greatest MC's of our era, who had such a big beef, finally came back together. It is definitely a big thing in hip-hop's history. Hopefully, it sends a message throughout the industry."

Despite the hope that many feel this performance affects hiphop, there are some skeptics. These individuals question the motives behind this event, deeming it all to be a publicity stunt. Furthermore, there appears to be a large amount of doubt regarding the impact that this event will have on the rap industry in general.

" Feuds have been a part of rap from the very beginning. It's just what rappers do. They use words and lyrics to battle, each displaying talent and the ability to comeup with the best insult. And, there

is nothing wrong with keeping it strictly lyrical; the problem comes when it is taken beyond words and into actions. I doubt that Jay and Nas' performance will inspire a drastic change within their industry. It's going to take a lot more," an anonymous source said.

Whatever the leading opinion may be, one thing is certain: the reunion of these two iconic rappers was surely monumental and worthy of its own place in raphistory.

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Man's best friends turned into .'prima donna' puppies

GAIL KATHERINE ZIEGLER STAFF WRITER GKZ722@CABRINI.EDU

When Dr. Angie Corbo, a professor of English and communication, gets home from the grocery store, her dog, Murray, immediately starts rifling through bags to find the treat he knows that his mommy brought home for him. When he finds something he thinks is his, or maybe just wants, he takes it to the living room to enjoy his special treat.

The American Pet Product Manufacturer Association estimates Americans will spend $35.9 _billion on their pets in 2005. Big name companies want a piece of that pie and are producing all kinds of pet products. Sixty-two percent of American homes have pets.

ing too much.

When the weather starts to get cold, and snow is on the ground, Murray gets wrapped up in a coat before he goes out. He's only 20 pounds and gets cold quickly. Even though he doesn't always like it, he gets a sweater put on before he goes outside. Corbo said, "He sees me with the sweater in my hands and runs away."

Colleen Small, a Cabrini marketing major, puts her Jack Russell, Tippy, in sweaters for the winter. Tippy also gets warm towels from the dryer after a bath. Tippy got dressed up as a puppy, when Small was 10 years old.

Good-doggie .com provides a faux crocodile dog carrier for $350. They also make collars with bling for $45.99 and Carob Dog Truffles for $11.50 a pop.

Home accents have gone to the dogs; dog bedframes and personalized bowls are available at petfun.com. Dogs don't eat out of a bowl that doesn't say Sparky on

presents and has even learned to open them himself. If he sees a present under the tree, he assumes it's for him, and opens it.

Corbo said, "It could be a Letterman act someday."

This year on Dec. 4, pet 0"'11ers will be able to take their pets to the King of Prussia mall for the first time to get their pictures taken with Santa. Furry Murray, as his parents sometimes call him, has never been professionally photographed, but

not much of a fashionista and doesn't like any frilly clothes."

If Kayla changes her mind, she might want to know that big designers are coming out with doggy lines. Marc Jacobs released a collection called Bark Jacobs for pets. Louis Vuitton offers dog c·arriers, collars and leashes.

Bling for pets is a new craze.

Fourteen karat gold pendants, chains, rings, earrings and bracelets are available at uptownpet.com. The jewelry trend seems to be a bit out there for most dog owners at Cabrini. When asketl if she would consider some doggy bling, Francis said, "Never. And either would [Kayla]." A little spoiling might be in order.

Americans have the money to spend on their pets and they are

Tippy was subject to doll outfits, Halspoiling them rotten. Hotels are loween costumes

becoming more pet friendly to and stroller rides.

it anymore. Mary Ramoli, a Cabrini student, spoils her dog, Kaya, rotten with gourmet treats. The Bone Appetite K-9 Bakery and Boutique in Wayne on Lancaster Ave provides gourmet dog treats and other items to spoil pets.

When Murray's birthday or Christmas rolls around, he gets

Grooming isn't just a shave anymore.K9designpetparadise.com offers teeth brushing, ear cleaning, hot oil lotion, hot oil treatments, deskunking and nail-filing. Francis' husband takes their dog, Kayla, for an entire "Day of Beauty" regularly. Francis said, "Kayla is

maybe this year will be the first. Corbo does keep a picture of Murray at the front of her desk for all of her visitors to see. Both Dawn Francis, a professor of English and communication, and Corbo have sent out holiday cards that showcase their speaccommodate their doggy-loving This may not fall Henri, a dog that belongs to Cabrini student Gail Ziegler, is shown above guests with a turn-down service under the category• with a hoodie that was designed especially for him. cial family members, Kayla and Murray. including a good-night treat. of spoiling but Some hotels even keep a doggy Small was onto something. masseuse on staff, according to Dog and pet fashion is an the APPMA. , industry that just keeps on growCamp Canine in California ing. Target provides ,Isaac offers many amenities for pets as Mizrahi fashion: $9.99 for a pet a country club and spa for dogs polo shirt, $14.99 for a trench 31\dcats. They offer nature walks coat. They also offer a pet masoy a leash for $55 per walk. sager for $11.99 or people and pet Doggy day-care is available for matching umbrellas for $29.99. owners feeling guilty over work- Pets are also traveling in style.

Pamperedpooch .citymax.com claims that pet owners have lower blood pressure, reduced stress, heart disease prevention, lower health care costs from fewer trips to the doctor and pets can also help fight depression. Ramoli said of her dog Kaya, "Basically, it's her world, I just live in it."

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SensesFaildeluxealbum provesto be 'verycatchy'

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On Nov. I, Senses Fail released a deluxe edition of their 2004 release "Let It Enfold You," which gives their fans two extra songs ( Institutionalized" and "American Death") and acoustic versions of "Lady in a Blue Dress." ··Buried a Lie" and "Rum is For Drinking, Not for Burning:· There is also a bonus DVD, which includes three live performances and two music ,·ideos

Let it Enfold You" is a very catchy album. It :;-ta.-i:soff , et)' heavy and stays that way throughout. Their guitar riffs are impressive, and they keep your ears pleased for the 60 minutes that the CD runs. The bass work is somewhat drowned out by the drums. but it doesn't take away from the enjoyment.

Lead singer Buddy Nielsen is interested in religion and poetry, and it can be heard in his lyrics. Nielsen's lyrics hit all sorts of topics, such as teen angst, religion and death. The band name comes from Hinduism and that is related through the rest ofln.s lyrics. The lyrics are fairly good for the most part.

I noted that the lyrics were fairly good because there are a few songs where the lyrics are just absurd.

On "Buried a Lie," Nielsen sings about a past lover's mysterious death. In the song, he takes it upon himself to uncover the truth, so he digs up her body and, without a doctorate, performs an autopsy on the young girl, which is just ridiculous. And on "You're Cute When You Scream," Nielsen sings about pushing his most recent heartbreak off the top of the tallest building he could find and taking pleasure in seeing her hit the pavement. The songs, even though they contain some of the worst lyrics I have ever encountered, are extremely catchy, and this is where the band succeeds.

The bonus DVD gives fans three live performances from the Taste of Chaos tour. In the songs "Bloody Romance," "You're Cute When You Scream" and "Irony of Dying on Your Birthday," the band goes nuts and delivers three extraordinary performances. Nielsen is the highlight of the band, as he flails around kicking, screaming and swinging his mic like a mad man. Plus the two music videos, "Buried a Lie" and "Rum is For Drinking, Not for Burning" are an added extra for the buyer, since you probably won't see much of them on MTV.

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‘Jarhead’ comically reveals complexities of Desert Storm

NIKKI SABELLA STAFFWRITER NS722@CABRINI EDU

When thinking of war, thoughts of destruction, shooting and killing come to mind. Unlike the quintessential war movie, “Jarhead” has more to offer than brutal homicide and tactical combat.

Based off of Anthony Swofford’s memoir, “Jarhead,” which came out on Nov. 4, is the account of a Swofford’s experience in the 2003 Gulf War as a Marine sharpshooter. Swofford, played by actor Jake Gyllenhaal, has no choice but to join the Marines, explaining to the sergeant, “Sir, I got lost on the way to college, sir!”

Comical and captivating at the same time, the film grasps your attention for the full 123 minutes, keeping you at the edge of your seat. With a tagline of “Welcome to the suck,” you can only imagine what life would be like as part of the Marines during wartime in Saudi Arabia. Terminology like ‘the suck’and ‘the crotch’mean the Marine Corps, along with ‘jarhead,’which is slang for a Marine, are continuously used throughout the film.

Not far into the movie, Swofford’s squad is shipped off to

Operation Desert Storm. Sand is everywhere, and temperatures reaching the hundreds are unbearable, not to mention the fact that the squad is on constant alert for fear of being attacked.

The bulk of the plot is a glance into Marine life including the detachment from everyday life, bullying by higher-ups and, most importantly, the strong bonds formed between fellow soldiers. Mainly drinking, joking, fighting and pranks (the typical 20-yearold male pastimes) cover up authentic feelings that these young men contain. Terror, along with the hunger to kill, frequently jog their minds. Boredom plagues their lives. Undertones of lost love and paranoia post the militarization process and isolation phase are touched upon and recapped before the end. There is also a slight dip into the political views of the soldiers, but not so much to invade the movie.

The effect of war on a soldier’s life is not only portrayed during the events of the Gulf War, but afterwards as well. Flashbacks during war of life before and after the wartime are scattered into the film, giving a glimpse to the rest of the story.

The photography throughout the entire motion picture is spectacular. Almost serene images of

fiery oil wells burning up in the background as silhouettes of soldiers dig their foxholes fill the screen with orange-red-hellish colors. Director Sam Mendes captured such picturesque scenes without using storyboards. Mendes, who also directed “American Beauty” and “Road to Perdition,” waited to pick the image upon entering the scene, and also heightened the visual experience by saturating and overexposing film.

In addition to Gyllenhaal, who can be seen in such films as “The Day After Tomorrow” and “Donnie Darko,”Jamie Foxx, the star of“Ray” and “Collateral,” plays Staff Sergeant Sykes. Peter Sarsgaard plays Troy, Swofford’s best friend, also seen in “Garden State” and “The Skeleton Key.” The vast array of young, freshfaced actors makes this not-sowar-like film appealing to young adults as well as former war veterans.

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‘Laguna Beach’ viewers question show’s authenticity

PATRICIA J. SHEEHAN STAFF WRITER PJS723@CABRINI EDU

MTV’s “Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County” has been one of the hottest “reality-based” shows for the past two years. Since its debut in 2004 the show has skyrocketed to one of the most popular shows on MTV and has acquired 73 million viewers through the 11-week second season.

Trish Tieri, a sophomore marketing major,is a huge fan of the show and said, “I’m planning to move to California so I can live like those people because they have the ‘perfect’life. I’m addicted; I’m not going to lie.”

The show centers around a group of high school seniors that reside on the beautiful coast of Laguna Beach, Calif., where camera crews follow them through the endless drama of relationships, back-stabbing and gossip that we can all warmly remember from high school.

MTVadvertises the show as “reality-based,” but what does that really mean? When the show first aired, many were skeptical

about the authenticity of it. It’s kind of hard to believe that these kids experience all of this juicy drama without the help of MTV producers.

It seems like these teenagers live in houses without their parents and are never shown actually in school although they supposedly attend Laguna Beach High School, which does exist. These flawless teens always seem to be shopping, partying or eating out at some insanely expensive restaurant.

When Cabrini students were asked about the authenticity of Laguna Beach, many said that they think it may be reality, but some things are staged.

Danielle DeRosa, a junior business major, watches the show and said, “I think the people are real, but some of the stuff that happens is staged because you can tell that they show things that may not have happened on camera.”

An anonymous male Cabrini student agreed with DeRosa and said, “I don’t think it’s real because no one acts like that, the relationships are staged and that kid Jason gets himself in trouble

all the time.”

When asked if fans would still watch “Laguna Beach” if they found out it was all staged, a sophomore elementary education major, Meredith Stefanowicz, said, “I would not stop watching. I wouldn’t be such an avid watcher, but it is still interesting to watch.”

Tieri disagreed saying, “If it’s fake I would probably stop watching because it wouldn’t be fun anymore.”

Kristen Cavalleri, 18, the shows notorious “mean girl,” spoke to Newsweek about this reality show that consumes many viewer’s Monday nights.

She reportedly said that she had to fill out a 20-page application for the show with questions consisting of, “Name your five best friends and one thing you hate about each of them.”

These applications were then examined and the cast members picked. The producers then placed each cast member in their own character to fit typical high school stereotypes.

Not only have the characters been molded, but the cast only shoots Sunday through Thursday.

If anything important goes down during the weekend, the producers have the cast reenact the events again for taping. Also, producers sometimes delay important events from happening so that they can be captured by the magic of film.

Cavalleri also admits that the producers have “off-camera coaching” for the cast. Producers will ask the cast to talk about certain subjects while taping. Cavalleri says that this “is actually the reason we often see cast members laughing when they talk about serious situations.”

As for another season of “Laguna Beach,” Cavalleri says

she is finished with reality TV and wants to go onto other things in entertainment and possibly go into movies.

Sadly, “Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County” isn’t exactly as real as we may have hoped, but many still agree that the drama-filled lives of these teenagers is something that they will continue to enjoy.

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Freshman swimmer hits the water

AMANDA FINNEGAN STAFF WRITER AJF724@CABRINI.EDU

Freshman elementary education Nicole Ketchen is one of the newest additions to Cabrini's women's swim team. Ketchen is from Upper Darby, Pa., where she attended Upper Darby High School and swam four out of her 11 years that she has been swimming.

Ketchen was recruited her senior year by Cabrini women's swim coach, Mike Kernicky. "I knew I wanted to swim in college, but I wasn't sure where," Ketchen said. After coming to Cabrini as her last stop on her college tours, Ketchen knew Cabrini was the school for her. Ketchen, who is a commuter, said that one of the things that attracted her to Cabrini was that the campus allowed her to stay close to home.

Here at Cabrini, Ketchen

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Steve Spurrier pushes South Carolina into Top 25

South Carolina made it to No. 19 in The Associated Press media poll Sunda). the first time they have been in the rankings under their new coach. According to ESPN.com, the Gamecocks (7-3) ended a 14-game losing streak to Spurrier's old school on Saturday, beating Florida 30-22 in Columbia. S.C. ~well, that's wonderful," Spurrier said, when told about the Gamecocks' launch into the AP rankings. ·That was one of the goals, for the team to finish the regular season ranked." USC and Texas occupied the top spots once again this week, while Miami was No. 3, followed by LSU and Penn State. Notre Dame was No. 6 and Virginia Tech was seventh in the AP poll. Alabama dropped to No. 8 after losing their bid for an undefeated season to LSU in overtime on Saturday. Ohio State and Oregon completed the top 10.

swims the 100 butterfly, 100 back and the 200 individual medley.

Coach Kernicky is excited about what Ketchen will bring to the team. "Nicole loves to race. She is a great competitor and will be one of our high scorers this year," Kernicky said.

The team had their first meet on Saturday, Nov. 5 against The College of Notre Dame, Md., and although it was a loss, Ketchen said that both the team and coach have high hopes for the season.

The Cabrini women's swim team finished the 2004-2005 season with a 2-4 record. "Coach says that the team is a lot stronger this year," Ketchen said. Her goals for the season are for the team to win more meets and to personally improve her time.

Ketchen said that all the girls on the team were very welcoming and friendly to her and other freshmen. She said that the team has pasta parties and movie nights as bonding experiences.

Asi~e from swimming with the team, Ketchen also lifeguards in Upper Darby and at the Springfield HealthPlex. She hopes to continue swimming well after college and also hopes to coach someday. Ketchen said that she pulls inspiration from Olympic swimmer Maddie Crippen who she met a few years ago.

The 6 a.m. Friday and night practices during the rest of the week keep Ketchen on her toes. Both the team and Ketchen have expectations for a promising 2005-2006 season. Kernicky agrees that Ketchen shows a lot of potential and brings great skills to the Cabrini pool.

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James passes Kobe as youngest to 4,000

LeBron James became the youngest player in NBA history to reach 4,000 career points Sunday night in Cleveland's game against Orlando. According to ESPN.com, James (20 years, 318 days) entered the game needing 10 points pass Kobe Bryant (21 years, 216 days). James reached the milestone on a 21-foot jumper with 58.7 seconds left in the first quarter. Earlier in the period, James scored twice on driving layups and also had a dunk. The 6'8" James, who came into the NBA straight from high school, is averaging 27 points per game in this his third professional season.

Ramirez scores game winner for Galaxy

For the second time in an MLS Cup Final, the Los Angeles Galaxy defeated the New England Revolution 1-0 in extra time. as a Guillermo Ramirez blast proved to be the difference Sunday at Pizza Hut Park. According to MLS.com. Ramirez fired home the game-winner in the 17th minute of extra time to win Honda MLS Cup MVP honors.

Teammate Landon Donovan started the decisive play with a comer from the right. and Revolution goalkeeper Matt Reis tried to punch it away. but could only get it as far as midfielder Ramirez. He blasted the ball over the heads in the packed goalmouth from the edge of the penalty area to win the title.

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Over the season. Ramirez had 62 shots with just one goal, by far the poorest shooting ratio not orily this year, but in any single season in MLS history. No one else had ever taken more shots with as few goals. The victory is the Galaxy's second win in five attempts in the league final. The other came in 2002. It also completed the domestic double for the Galaxy, earlier winners of the U.S. Open Cup. They became the third team in MLS history to with both U.S. titles, the first since the Chicago Fire in 1998.

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Freshmen star athletes tear up Cav Country

DAINA HAVENS STAFF WRITER DMH724@CABRINI.EDU

Coaches recognize freshmen fall sports athletes who shined throughout their first athletic season at Cabrini College. This season was their first taste of competing in the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III, the Eastern Collegiate Athletic Conference and the Pennsylvania Athletic Conference. Members of each sports team sparkled in their own light, and some shined just a bit brighter in their coach's opinions.

Six student-athletes have been recognized by their coaches as overall champions and have been noticed for not only their athletic abilities, but also for their positive attitudes. Every coach agreed that these players added an element to each team that helped to make the season a success. Here is what a few coaches had to say about their freshmen picks:

For the men's soccer team, Coach Glen Jaskelewicz mentioned goalkeeper Colin Hinkelmon, who led the team with three wins this year, two of which were shutouts.

Jaskelewicz said, "Hinkelmon has been chosen for my star athlete because as a freshman this year, he was able to lead the team from the goalkeeper's position and contribute to the team's overall performance/success. He is very athletic, possesses tremendous leaping ability, has a huge punt, and most importantly, can take a leadership role among some of the older players on the team, but does it in a fashion that allows the other players to respect him." Jaskelewicz added that Hinkelmon shows "true signs of strong character and the will to succeed."

Although Ken Prothero, the women's soccer coach, could not choose berneen so many of his team's talented freshmen, he did add a comment about the team's freshmen as a group. Prothero said. "We had nine one-goal games and played a competitive match against almost every opponent. Many of the freshmen had to play a lot of minutes in many of the games, often battling injuries and sore muscles. They truly love the game of soccer and enjoy playing together."

Cross-country and track coach Tom O'Hora mentioned two outstanding team members. Justin Walsh, O'Hora's star candidate from the men's cross-country team, joined the Cabrini community after being one of the top runners in the PIAA District 1 AA. O'Hora said, "He quietly leads with his drive and desire to excel. In the future, he will continue to push the other members of the team."

Jen Davis was O'Hora's pick from the women's cross-country team. Her dedication and potential was illustrated when O'Hora said, "Her hard work and devotion to the team despite being sick

or hurt most of the season was an inspiration to everyone on the team. Jen always has a smile on her face even through some of the toughest workouts and through a trying season. Once she gets her health back on track, we expect Jen will improve greatly."

Jackie Neary, head field hockey and lacrosse coach, chose Cat McCue as her freshman standout this season. This talented freshman earned a starting position early in the season and was able to contribute greatly to the team's success. Neary said, "She is one of the most talented freshman I have ever had. She was our leading scorer this season with 12 goals and 3 assists. She is dangerous with the ball when she is near the cage."

Diana DiTaranto is the choice of Women's tennis coach John Magee. "I am impressed with her work ethic, dedication to her team and her willingness to be coached to try to improve her game. I believe that her up-side in tennis has no ceiling and one can see her maturing into a leader even though she is just starting her college career," Magee said. DiTaranto has made a lasting impression on her teammates and coach by being selected as rookie-of-the-year and player-of -theyear as an incoming player.

Women's volleyball coach, Tricia Arnold, decided to mention two star freshmen athletes that both stood out on the team. Outside hitter Lindsay Martin joined the Cabrini College community all the way from Torrence, Calif.

Arnold described her as a very versatile player who could have played any position on the court.

"She brought a new spark to the team as a leader," Arnold said.

The "surprise of the season," said Arnold, proved to be setter Michelle Mola. As one of the top leaders of aces in the entire league, Mola played through significant injury and contributed to the team's overall success.

These star members of Cabrini College athletics maintain the mission statement of the NCAA Division III Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, which is to enhance the total student-athlete experience by promoting opportunity for all student-athletes; protecting student-athlete welfare; and fostering a positive student-athlete image, while maintaining the tenants of the Division III philosophy, according to the Cabrini College website on athletics.

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Weight issues,healthin college

ELIZABETHLAVIN GUESTWRITER EAL 723@CABRJNI.EDU

While the chance to indulge in greasy foods and endless snacks may be too tough to pass up. there are ways to fight the extra pounds without cutting those guilty pleasures out completely. Of course, some sacrifices have to be made, but diet and e.,:ercisedoes not have to equal torture.

Tracey Krakowiak, a fitness director, urges students to come to the Dixon Center at least three times a week. "We have many activities to choose from such as swimming. squash, aerobics, weights, bikes, stair climbers and many more," she said. The center's various activities make it easy for everyone to find something enjoyable, whether it be lifting, taking a class or participating in an intramural sport.

Along with going to the gym, there is healthy eating. The variety of food in the cafeteria helps students eat healthy

without eating the same thing every day. Krakowiak suggests that everyone should make healthy eating choices by eating salad, making a healthy sandwich or choosing the healthiest entree available that day. Even small changes, such as changing from white bread to wheat, are beneficial.

Breakfast is an essential part of fighting that 15. Eating breakfast helps wake thebody up while controlling hunger throughout the rest of the day, therefore helping to cut down on snacking. Drinking a glass of water and grabbing a quick bite before that first class can be beneficial for the whole day.

The health fair educates students and staff on diet and exercise as well as other various topics. Some topics covered include vision, diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure, fitness and skin cancer. The health fair has been scheduled for April, with more details to come later in theyear.

Krakowiak runs the fair, along with many student participants.

Maria Elena Hallion, an associate professor of exercise science and health promotion, oversees the student participants. Normally, the students are part of an exercise science class. This year, the volunteers will be seniors doing internships.

Carly Mahony, to freshman with an undeclared major, said it is hard to fight the freshmen 15. "The majority of the food isn't that healthy in the cafeteria and you're kind of bombardedwith it when you walk in. But knowing that the food is unhealthy makes me work that much harder at the gym," Mahony said.

Chris Poarch, a freshman accounting major, says be does not find it bard at all to fight the freshmen15. "Since I've been here, eating all the cafeteria's and Jazzman's food, I've gained a little bit of weight, but nothing considerable like 15 pounds. I go to the gym and run all the time, so I'm definitely not getting out of shape."

When asked about whether or not he would attend a health fair to learn more about staying healthy, Poarch said that he would not be interested. "No, I'm old enoughto knowhow to stayhealthy.I knowmy limits and how to take care of myself,"Poarchsaid.

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Physical education, sports science courses offered at Cabrini

KATHERINE BRACHELLI STAFF WRITER K.8727@CABRINI.EDU

Cabrini students can dive into a variety of physical activities, ranging from Irish step dancing to volleyball in and out of class. The Dixon Center will be buzzing with Cabrini students taking physical education classes for the upcoming spring semester and with students taking adYantage of the intramurals offered now.

Pamela Rende, instructor of squash, said, "The phys-ed classes and intramurals help students to take away from the stress instead of thinking about that upcoming paper they have due. It's also a great workout in a short amount of time."

Beth Williams, a junior graphic design major, agrees with Rende. Williams, who participated in the self defense class, said, "It's a great stress reliever and a good way to get easy credit for your classes. I learned how to defend myself and got good exercise."

Rende also said that students should really take advantage of the different activities at Cabrini. Rende said, "You don't know you like an activity unless you try it."

Rende has noticed that a lot of her students who learned all the rules of squash in her physical education classes from the past had grown to become very passionate about the game and are always seen at the Dixon Center playing.

The physical education classes offer students the opportunity to participate in activities like squash, Irish step dancing, kickboxing, self defense, first aid and CPR, tennis, volleyball, Zen

yoga, nutrition/eating for health and movement for children.

Nonetheless, intercollegiate athletes may not receh·e credit for a physical education cour.;e associated with their sport. Most classes like kick.boxing. Zen yoga, tennis. rolkyball. first aid and CPR. squash and self defense. v.ilich are worth one credit. are all designed for studerus to de"elop a basic understandingand the fundamentals of each a.:ti"'tl)'.Irish step dancing demands more time and is worth two credits. :,.;utrition/eatingfor health can help srudents to understand the different ways to follow a healthy lifestyle by learning the required nutrients for a person.

Dr. Tony Verde, the associate professor of exercise science health promotion, said, "We try to create activities of interest that will appeal to all the students. Our goal is to provide students with the basic knowledge and mechanics of each activity for life."

Orlin Jespersen, the intramurals and recreational director, encourages students to participate in physical activities not only for class credit but out of class also.

Jespersen said, "We offer a lot of different intramurals that students should take advantage of. Now is the best time to do it."

The intramurals being offered right now are volleyball, basketball and indoor soccer. Information sheets, rules and registration forms can be found at the front desk of the Dixon Center.

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Extreme sports:·thrill, excite many, but dangerous

MEGHAN HURLEY STAFF WRITER Mut722@CABR.INI.EDU

Extreme sports are steadily talcingthe United States by storm. It is becoming less and less uncommon to hear about people participating in skateboarding, snowboarding, BMX bike racing, mountain biking, wake boarding and motocross. The popularity of extreme sports has catapulted them into the mainstream with a loyal following of fans and participants.

Dictionary.com defines extreme sports as "any recreational activities that involve high risk, aggressive and spectacular stunts, and which appeal to the young." These sports use the same equipment, slightly modified in order for the user to be able to do the stunts and tricks required.

Examples of extreme sports are BMX bike riding, skateboarding and in-line skating. BMX, which stands for bicycle motocross, bike-riding is done on a smaller, specially made bike. According to Wikipedia.com, Riders race these bikes on tracks

of sand and hills. They can also take their bikes on courses with benches, picnic tables, handrails, curbs and ramps, something known as BMX freestyle. BMX riders also perform a number of tricks on the tiny bike that involve flipping the body and rotating the bike at the same time. Another popular extreme sport is skateboarding. Skateboarding is all about balance and being able to maneuver a small board on wheels with only the feet. Skateboarding becomes extreme when riders are put through courses with ramps and pipes. According to buzzle.com, "highly skilled skateboarders can perform stunts involving sitting, kneeling, turning, spinning, jumping over obstacles, moving backward and forward and balancing on one or two hands."

In-line skating is also an extreme sport growing in status. Like skateboarding and BMX riding, what makes in-line skat,ing extreme is the course the skaters are put through and the tricks they perform. Courses usually include rails and curbs that the skater has to jump off of and perform complicated tricks in the

air. Skaters also perform in a half-pipe where they launch themselves into the air, flipping their bodies around before they have to land again.

Extreme sports were brought into the spotlight when ESPN created the X Games in 1995. Every year there is a summer X Games and a winter X Games. According to hickoksports.com, events in the summer games include barefoot water-ski jumping, bicycle stunt riding, bungee jumping, in-line skating, motocross, skateboarding, sky surfing, street luge and wakeboarding. The winter games have events like free skiing, ice climbing, motocross, shovel racing, ski boarding, snowboarding, snow BMX Racing and snowmobiling.

While these extreme sports cause an undeniable adrenaline rush, there is a very elevated risk of danger involved. When performing any· of these acts that take a person high into the air, the landing has to be just right or the consequences could be devastating. Broken bones, paralysis and even death can result from a failed extreme sport attempt.

Dave Mirra, a champion BMX

rider, severely injured his spleen when he caught his shirt on bis bike and smashed into the ground. Cary Hart, a professional motocross rider, broke his femurs in six places, broke his shin. broke bis wrist and almost bled to death when be hit a tractor during a practice run. Also, Matt Hoffman. another professional BMX champion, has bad 16 major surgeries in the 16 years that be has been a professional competitor in this sport, according to kidzworld.com.

Even though the dangers are evident, $e popularity of these precarious sports continues to grow.

According to a press release from SGMA International for 2004, the number of people participating in in-line skating was 17,348,000; the number of participants in BMX riding was 2,642,000, and the number of skateboarders was 11,592,000.

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