Thursday Jan. 23, 2013 VOL. LV, ISSUE XIV
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LADY CAVS PAGE 14
THOUGHTS ABOUT SEMESTER AT SEA PAGE 8
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BATTLING THE DISTANCE PAGE 6
Cabrini’s presidential search brings Dr. Donald Taylor to campus WWW.BEN.EDU
BY MADISON MILANO Deputy Managing Editor
Dr. Donald Taylor, Provost & Chief Academic Officer at Benedictine University in Lisle, IL.
Presidential candidate Dr. Donald Taylor was on the Cabrini College campus last Tuesday and Wednesday to meet While there were challenges and problems that Taylor with students, staff and faculty as the search for Cabrini’s spoke of, he also emphasized the importance of the value of next president continues. During his time, he spoke to about the college experience. 100 of Cabrini’s staff, faculty and students in a town hall style “At institutions like Benedictine and Cabrini, we have to meeting. recapture the narrative about the value of college education; “Parents, grandparents, etc. are really asking that question it’s probably the single greatest investment we will ever make. – what’s the return on investment? Millennial generations, And somehow along the line in the last five years, as a sidebar those students don’t want to take on the debt the way the pre- conversation with the recession, we’ve lost that narrative in vious generation did,” Taylor said. According to Taylor, there higher ed.” are changing demographics that the college needs to address, He went on to talk about the higher earning potential citing that the perand employment centage of high rates of college school gradugraduates but also ates for Hispanic of the intangibles and Latino, Asian – the courses and and first generaexperiences that tion students has expand passion as increased. These well as knowledge. increasing demo“The biggest graphics are the value of a liberal groups that Cabrini arts education should be focusing is that it teaches on. one how to enjoy DR. DONALD TAYLOR Along with the life,” Taylor said. fiscal challenges, “Liberal arts really Taylor also spoke of the role that technology has played in the prepares you, not only for personal, but for professional sucstudents’ lives and the struggles that it brings with it. cess.” “This generation of students have grown up where technolWhen asked specifically about the problems that Cabrini ogy is a part of their DNA – they think differently…they’re used faces he spoke of general problems that he has noticed in his to instantaneous information, so the sheer volume of trans- readings and visit. He pointed out that he doesn’t know the actions that occur on a daily basis in our lives is astronomi- campus well enough to find out all the answers. The first probcal,” Taylor said. “And everybody expects and instantaneous lem area that he would work on is enrollment response to that, because that’s the generation that they grew “First and foremost is enrollment, you’re tuition dependent up in.” This technology and social media boom has changed which means you’re enrollment dependent.” the mindset and way business is transacted along with changTo do this, Taylor spoke of branching out and recruiting the conversation around teaching and learning. Faculty ing students in the changing demographics (Hispanic, first and staff are teaching for jobs that have yet to be created. generation, etc.) and take advantage of Cabrini’s location by One of the main points that Taylor made was the impor- recruiting international students. To keep the finances steady, tance of partnerships and program creation, these could be he reiterated the importance of developing, refreshing and “4+1” or “3+2” programs, dual enrollment with community creating new programs and projects and funding these things colleges or dual credit with high schools. He also stated that to grow the mission. There is strong work that needs to be there are important opportunities that are inherently present, done to get the retention numbers higher as well. and advantageous, on our campus because of the location, Taylor is currently the Provost and Chief Academic Officer adding that when students graduate from Cabrini, they will at Benedictine University in Lisle, IL. not only be competing against students from similar schools but on a global scale. MRM356@CABRINI.EDU
“We have to recapture the narrative about the value of college education; it’s probably the single greatest investment we will ever make. ”
What did the students think? “Cabrini needs someone who’s business minded, and as a business person he knows how to grow a higher ed. institution, he’s exactly what we need right now. He’s not going to be what students are used to – you know with Dr. George who was best friends with everyone, but he’s definitely the best type of president we can look for.” –Mario Marino, junior , finance & accounting major
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“I thought he was a good candidate. Cabrini needs a more business savvy individual to make the Cabrini name more known and I believe that he is the type of person Cabrini is looking for.” -Dan LaBar, sophomore, management information systems major
“I really liked him. He seemed really down to Earth and knows how to get things done. I liked the fact that he said ‘decisions are not “I really enjoyed talking to Dr. Taylor, he has a lot of experience just made by me, I will go out and get input and I feel he could really help Cabrini move forward. He is a business from a bunch of different people.’ He also said man and has great ideas to make Cabrini a first choice school.” he doesn’t like to hide in his office, that he will –Lucia Neuber, sophomore, exercise science major take the time to get out and talk to students.” -Rachel Layden, senior, English & American studies
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Terroristic threats on Olympic games
DEPUTY MANAGING EDITOR Madison Milano
MULTIMEDIA EDITOR Rocco Delmonte NEWS EDITORS Gregory Smith Alexa Milano SPORTS EDITOR Nick Cipollone LIFESTYLES EDITORS Se’Quia Bailey Jennarose DiGiacomo PERSPECTIVES EDITOR Rachel Antuzzi PHOTO EDITORS Dan Luner Amber Marshall
With the winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia right around the corner, patriotism rises across the globe as athletes prepare to compete and honor their homelands. This worldwide excitement peaks every four years, but a different type of hysteria can take hold just as easily. Terrorist attacks have been a major concern for the upcoming 2014 Olympics. In the southern Russian city of Volgograd on Dec. 29, two suicide attacks, which are believed to be linked, killed 34 people and wounded dozens more. Both the country and the Olympic games are no strangers to terroristic threats, however this does not mean they will be any less lax with the security measures that need to be taken as crowds swarm Sochi Feb. 7. As with London, Beijing, and every site before that, threats are almost expected to surface as the games draw closer. We’re not saying a terroristic threat makes sense, but if it were ever to happen, it makes sense that it would happen at the Olympics. As dozens of countries converge in one place and compete, it is not uncommon for countries to butt heads. This is especially true of countries that do not get along with each other in the first place. There is a lot of concern for the safety of all those attending the Olympics this year. But that happens every year of the games. This
isn’t to say that there is no need to worry. That’s not the case at all. However, with how often this has happened before and how much international security will be present, there is faith that things will be okay in Sochi. Russia will step up its security to accommodate the threats, not only because it’s their job, but also because the whole world is watching, and they will not want to disappoint. It’s their reputation on the line. In addition, it important to keep in mind the intended purpose of the Olympics when thinking about this topic as well. Yes, it is to compete and judge the ability of each country by their representatives. But, as a whole, the games are one of the few venues where countries can convene and push their politics to the side for a time and come together as equals toward a common goal. It is one of the rare occasions where billions of people around the world focus on and celebrate the same events. When the Olympics come around, it isn’t about just the sport or skill anymore, but the pride of your own country and its place in the world. The Olympic spirit isn’t just the competitors’, but the countries’, and that is not something so easily scared or threatened.
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Active Minds nationally recognized at Mental Health on Campus Conference BY ALEXA MILANO News Editor
Cabrini College Active Minds recently won the Active Minds National Chapter of the Year Award at the Active Minds 10th National Mental Health on Campus Conference for the 2012-2013 academic year. Three members of Active Minds, Robyn Suchy, Sara Allaire and Madeline Coutu attended the 10th national conference at Georgetown University in November. In order to win this award, Active Minds needs to be considered a five-star chapter. “In order to win the award we had to be considered a 5-star chapter,” president Coutu said via email. “In order to be a 5-star chapter we are in good standing with the college, continue communication with National, we partner with other on-campus clubs, we have a strong executive board and hold 3 meetings per semester and one event per semester.” “Five Star chapters can be nominated for the award and from there there’s an evaluation process in the national office,” President Suchy said. There are current 438 other Active Minds chapters across the country and 104 colleges and universities were represented at the conference. “To me, winning this award means that we keep doing what we’re doing but make everything bigger and better,” Suchy said via email. “Now that we have this national recognition, our chapter is even more motivated to do more programming for our peers, reach out to more staff and faculty members, and truly eliminate the stigma around mental health in large scale ways.” According to Suchy, the conference had multiple educational sessions to attend about multiple topics. This included fundraising, events and creating institutional change around mental health. There were also sessions hosted by The Trevor Project, a national organization dedicated to suicide prevention services for the LGBTQ youth, and the American foundation for suicide prevention. Suchy also said there was a fundraising stomp out stigma walk, and a keynote address from Pam Hyde, an administrator for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
Active Minds works year round to hold events for students to attend and to educate the campus about the importance of mental health. Events of theirs include activities around eating disorder awareness week, stomp out stigma and the wildly popular destress with dogs. In addition, Active Minds partners with other clubs on campus to more effectively get their message across. “This award is good reassurance of what we have been doing as a chapter, it shows us that others see the change we are making on our campus,” Coutu said. “More than just reassurance, though, this is motivation to keep doing what we are doing, to keep expanding and growing, knowing that we are making a difference.” “This is a real honor for me,” said Suchy. “When I took over Active Minds at the end of my freshman year I never could have imagined us achieving such an honor. All of the executive board and membership have worked so hard to set us apart from all the other chapters around the county and I couldn’t be more proud of what we’ve been able to do together.” While at the conference, Coutu presented a session on the Stress Less week Cabrini does. Allaire presented on her mental health bracelet fundraiser and Suchy presented on chapter fundraising and membership recruitment. “Robyn Suchy has been dedicated to Active Minds as a national organization, but especially at Cabrini College,” Coutu said. “Because of her dedication, her passion, her MADELINE COUTU work ethic we, at Cabrini College, have the Active Minds Chapter of the Year. She has left us with big shoes to fill and I know that whatever she chooses to do after graduation, she will do amazing things and continue to change the world.” “Active Minds is a club about mental health, a stigmatized topic that people usually don’t want to talk about,” Suchy said. “But the people on this campus were willing to have a conversation with us and we’ve changed lives because of it.”
“This is motivation to keep doing what we are doing, to keep expanding and growing, knowing that we are making a difference.”
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Chapter of the Year Award: “This award recognizes a Five-Star Chapter that sets itself apart by being an invaluable asset to its campus. The Active Minds Chapter of the Year has an effective executive board and passionate chapter members, hosts innovative programs that reach a large portion of their school, and makes significant strides in changing its’ campus culture surrounding mental health. This award is open to all Active Minds chapters who are in good standing with the national organization. This award recognizes a Five-Star Chapter that sets itself apart by being an invaluable asset to its campus. The Active Minds Chapter of the Year has an effective executive board and passionate chapter members, hosts innovative programs that reach a large portion of their school, and makes significant strides in changing its’ campus culture surrounding mental health. This award is open to all Active Minds chapters who are in good standing with the national organization.”
Interested in joining Active Minds? Photo at right: a picture of the Chaper of the Year award, submitted by Madeline Coutu
All are welcome at their bi-weekly meetings. Meetings start Monday, Jan. 27 at 4:30 in Founder’s 352
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Thursday
Friday
Saturday
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JAN . 25
All are welcomed to join in mass and worship as a community.
CAP Board presents a trip to Philly for Restaurant Week. Restaurants include The Prime Rib, Yakitori Boy, and McCormick & Schmick’s. $15, vans leave at 5:30 & 8:00.
Cabrini’s HAPPENINGS
THURSDAY JAN. 23, 2013
Mass
Restaurant Week Trip
Bruckmann Memorial Chapel 8:30 a.m.
Sunday
Meet in Jazzman’s Vans leave at 5:30 & 8:00 p.m.
Monday
Mass
Tuesday
Fast Track to Philly
Video Game Tourney
JAN. 27
Ski Trip
Register at Dixon to go skiing this weekend! $15 to ski, $15 to rent, $30 for a guest.
Register at Dixon Bus leaves at 8 a.m.
Wednesday Mass
JAN. 27
JAN. 26
All are welcomed to join in mass and worship as a community.
Discounted SEPTA tickets are available all week. It’s only $4 for a round trip ticket for the R5.
Bruckmann Memorial Chapel 7 p.m.
Test your video game skills in CAP Board’s video game tournament!
SEaL 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Grace Hall 8 p.m.
JAN. 28
All are welcomed to join in mass and worship as a community. Bruckmann Memorial Chapel 12:30 p.m.
A R O U N D T H E WORLD Military strikes in Pakistan kill dozens
Over 40 people were killed and many more wounded in a Pakistani military strike in the northwest section of the country. This is where militant groups are based. The military airstrikes came after militant attacks on military targets throughout the country. The result of this conflict are back-and-forth attacks between the Pakistani military and the militant groups. Over the last week, a blast at a checkpoint killed 20 people, and a suicide bombing in a market near the Pakistani army headquarters killed 13 more. Also in Pakistan on Tuesday, at least 22 Shia Muslim pilgrims from neighboring Iran were killed in an explosion on a public bus. Read the full story at cnn.com | Jan. 21, 2014 MCTCAMPUS
A scene of total destruction in Beirut. A recent suicide bombing killed four people and injured over 27 more. No one has claimed responsibility for the bombing, but recent patterns show that most bombings have taken place in areas heaily populated by Shiites, who suppoer Hezbollah.
Bomber strikes in Beirut A suicide bomber blew himself up on Tuesday in a neighborhood in south Beirut where Shiite militia and the political party Hezbollah is found. This attack killed four people and wounded 27. No one has claimed responsibility for the bombing, and government investigations have come back as inconclusive. Analysts suspect that they are intended as retaliation for the role groups in Lebanon are playing in the civil war in Syria. Many of the bombings have been targeted in areas heavily populated by Shiites, who are supporters of Hezbollah.
Read the full story at nytimes.com | Jan. 21, 2014
BY GREGORY SMITH News Editor GS379@CABRINI.EDU
60 mine defusers held hostage in Afghanistan On Tuesday, armed men kidnapped 68 men on their way to defuse mines in Afghanistan. Of the 68 men, eight were able to flee from their captors. The employer, Halo Trust, has enlisted the help of local tribal leaders to aid in the release of the remaining captured men. The kidnappers first took the explosives workers, their vehicles and their equipment to a village. Then the abductors forced the captives to go into the mountains where they are believed to still be. No one has taken responsibility for the kidnapping, including the Taliban and other groups. Read the full story at cnn.com | Jan 20, 2014
Temporary nuclear deal with Iran begins Under this temporary agreement, Iran began suspending their advanced uranium-fuel enrichment and stopped other elements of its nuclear program. In exchange, Iran received what the United States called “limited, targeted and reversible sanctions relief for a six-month period.” The goal of this agreement is to resolve the dispute over Iran’s nuclear program and inhibit Iran’s ability to produce nuclear weapons.The International Atomic Energy Agency said its inspectors in Iran confirmed that Iranian officials had complied with their commitments: suspending the production of 20 percent-enriched uranium. This uranium is only a few grades short of weapons grade uranium. Read the full story at nytimes.com | Jan. 20, 2014
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Cavalier Traditions: #DoBlue BY JENNAROSE DIGIACOMO Lifestyles Editor
Blue and white fight, fight, fight! Do Blue signs and the color swept through Cabrini’s Dixon center last Wednesday, January 15. Students, faculty, and parents filled the stands in support of our men and women’s basketball team. “I really loved the atmosphere at the game,” Brittany Kerr, junior, accounting major, said. “It’s a change in how more students can get involved not just with athletics but with alumni as well.” “The event went really well,” Nick Taylor, coordinator for alumni engagement and annual giving programs, said. The event “Do Blue” was the first event of Cabrini’s newly founded group, Cavalier traditions. “I was in charge of creating a group called Cavalier traditions,” Taylor said. “It’s a student run alumni association, with 12 student members so far.” The group is in charge of advising the alumni office on programing events that engage current students. They partnered with assistant director of athletics, Brian Beacham. “He was the brain child of the partnership,” Taylor said. “The purpose of the alumni office is knowing that were here,” Taylor said. “We want to build relationships from day one with everyone. In the past it’s been known to wait until the students senior year to get to know the alumni office and what their about.” “When you choose Cabrini, it’s more than just your four years,” Taylor said. “It’s about building relationships from your first year along with fellow alumni that is 14,000 people deep.” The alumni office hopes to build these relationships from the beginning of a student’s time here at Cabrini, so that they in turn receive the benefits of becoming an alumnus. “98 percent of students receive financial aide through s c h o l a r-
“When you choose Cabrini, it’s more than just your four years. It’s about building relationships from your first year along with fellow alumni that is 14,000 people deep.” NICK TAYLOR
ships,” Taylor said. On February 27th Cavalier traditions will be holding the second event “National Student Philanthropy Day.” Students will receive a free t-shirt when they sign five thank you notes to alumni who donate money to students for financial aide. “Were hoping this day becomes a connection between students and alumni,” Taylor said. “So in turn when current students become alumni they will give back.” Since Cabrini is not known for many traditions. “Cavalier traditions is the first stepping stone onto that path,” Taylor said. “The Do Blue event started the tradition, and Dave Watson was one of the ring leaders in making that night happen.” “As a senior who is involved in a variety of things at Cabrini, Cav Traditions is a great gateway for me as an undergrad to a Cabrini alumni,” senior David Watson said. “I think the event and turnout was amazing and it was a total team effort with athletics, Cav Traditions, and myself through social media,” Watson said. Free t-shirts, pizza and Frank Nitty were a part of “Do Blue” as well. “I got a call from Jackie Marciano, the alumni Coordinator in Alumni Engagement and Dance Team coach, at 5:20 pm while I was at dinner,” Watson said. “She told me that there was already a line outside of the dance studio for #DoBlue t-shirts 40 minutes before doors open.” Distributing t-shirts, Watson said lasted about 5 minutes with people still coming through the dance studio door to get one. “I think the Do Blue event was a great opportunity,” junior, exercise science major, Amanda Vogel said, “especially for the students to get out, support and cheer on the basketball teams.” Cavalier Traditions is a student run group and is still looking for more students to come out and join. “It’s truly unique, so don’t be shy come and find out what’s going on,” Taylor said.
JD836@CABRINI.EDU DAN LUNER, PHOTO EDITOR
Photos counterclockwise from top: Senior David Watson, freshman Jill Nawoyski, Captain Calvin, and freshman Amber Dietrich; Students getting their shirts before the #DoBlue event; the #DoBlue shirt; Jennarose DiGiacomo, Cali Brown, Michelle Latore, Rebecca Johnson, Amanda Vogel, Brittany Peoples hold their shirts up after they receive them.
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THURSDAY JAN. 23, 2014
We can go the distance Junior communication major, Jennarose DiGiacomo and recent Accounting graduate, Abiu Santos talk about tackling a long distance relationship. With Jennarose living in Pennsylvania and Abiu in Texas, they admit it isn’t easy, but it is worth it.
JENNAROSE DIGIACOMO Lifestyles Editor
ABIU SANTOS Guest Writer
JENNAROSE: You know that quote that begins “distance doesn’t matter?” Well, I sure do. I’m currently in a long distance relationship and I’m not afraid to admit it. My boyfriend graduated from Cabrini last May. We were never what you call “Facebook official” we weren’t even dating officially, just hanging out as friends who became closer. Here’s the catch, he’s from Texas; so automatically I knew and he knew too that once he graduated our journey would end. So I took this decision with a grain of salt, and still to this day believe in “if it’s meant to be, it will be,” cliché I know. Fast forward from May and you’re in August, and I’m in Texas visiting him with my best friend. We became official. We both knew it was going to be hard, especially since it wouldn’t be like a normal relationship.
We planned the next time we would see each other. This past December could not have come soon enough, now fast forward again past the time he was here, and now you’re in present day. No matter where I go, or whom I talk to the main question everyone asks me is “How do you do the long distance?” And then they usually answer their own question and say, “I could never do that.” I answer simply and say, “Because I love him.” Obviously there are pros and cons to long distance relationships, but I never really look at them, because I write my own journey, as does he. You may think it’s hard but we talk everyday and we see each other over Skype. Now it’s my turn to go and see him, and that’s what I’m planning on doing. In early May I will be returning to Texas with my friends. And from there will plan something else, we don’t know the future, we can only hope we continue to be strong. The difference between you and me is that I can’t say I’ll see you tomorrow, I say I’ll see you in a couple of months…and I’ve accepted that. ABIU: There is no doubt that dating is hard, first you have to get through the awkward phase when the two of you are trying to figure out where it will go. Then once you decide it’s “for real” or “official” you have to make it through the “honeymoon” phase. As the name would suggest, this is when young love flows freely, and both parties are all smiles, giggles, and kisses. But you can’t stay
on vacation forever, and there in rises the final phase, the event that will tell both parties involved whether or not they want to continue the relationship, the “First Fight”. All the things listed above are abridged reasons as to what makes relationships, but our scenario is even more difficult due to an unlisted reason. We are in a long distance relationship. I have had all the aforementioned things happen between Jennarose and myself, but the downfall is that the stages were sped by a factor of three. I say that we experience these stages in a fast manner because whenever we go visit each other it is always known that it is for a limited amount of time. The end of our physical phase with each other is always in sight, which at times can be disheartening. The majority of our relationship is spent over Internet. Of course we have little tiff’s, arguments and funny moments over Skype but it’s not the same as actually being there in person. We miss out on being able to experience each other’s company with all five of our senses. And I’m not even going to get started on what happens when the Internet is shotty. Not very many people would be able to do this; I myself am even surprised at how far Jennarose and I have come. But when I finally do see her in person, it makes it all the difficulties worth it. She is a beautiful person, and her love keeps me strong for us. JD836@CABRINI.EDU
PHOTOS SUBMITTED BY JENNAROSE DIGIACOMO
Jennarose and Abiu on the Riverwalk in San Antonio, Texas over the summer
The pair getting cozy on Abiu’s last day in Pennsylvania over winter break
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A post-holiday event that keeps on giving
LAUREN HIGHT Staff Writer
The holidays are always a notable time for the tradition of gift giving, but haven’t we all received that one gift where all you can do is wonder “how did I end up with this?” The end of the season usually results in retail stores being jam packed with customers exchanging that ugly sweater their aunt got them or returning a DVD that they already own three copies of. But instead of waiting in those lines to return an unwanted gift, you could turn the concept into a party between acquaintances and relatives. They do say after all, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” This idea transformed into a tradition between my family and friends to host an annual re-gifting party every year after Christmas. It started because my mom, brother, dad and I had a collection of odd gifts sitting around the house that we had neither interest in nor purpose for. My mom is always one to entertain and thought that other people might have a similar predicament in their own houses after the Christmas season. After pitching
the suggestion of hosting a post-holiday season get-together to several of her friends, the re-gifting party was born. When we send out the invitations, we ask the guests to bring a wrapped, unwanted gift to the party. Once the day of the party is upon us and the guests arrive, they place the gift under the tree before we begin the re-gifting. We turned the event into a game that is similar to a Pollyanna to add a different layer of entertainment to the night. Guests all select a number that will determine the order in which they pick a new gift from under the tree. Here is the catch: once a gift is opened, it is eligible to be “stolen” by another player. Therefore being towards the beginning of the game is not ideal. The players with higher numbers will be able to see all the different gifts that are already open and if they really want it, they can take it from the owner and then that original person has to select a new gift. Aside from the aspect of a little friendly competition, the amusement comes
from seeing what gifts have been placed under the tree. Since it is a re-gifting party, the presents can range from typical lotions and candles to over-sized ski vests. Not all of the gifts are your everyday items though. Some of the most notable re-gifts I have seen through the years of this tradition are a clock that chirps like a bird every hour and a 5-foot-long Santa hat that flashes lights when a button is pressed. When the game comes to a conclusion, guests can trade what they opened with each other to have something more desirable or they walk away with their new Christmas present. This is not your typical Christmas party and that is why it has become such a hit within my family and friends. It not only serves the purpose of getting rid of that non-desirable gift, but also as one last final holiday celebration before returning to the every day routine of work and school. LSH42@CABRINI.EDU
Semester at Sea: coming full circle
You followed along with her blog as she traveled the globe, living and learning on board the MV Explorer. Maddi is finally state side and sharing just how the experience impacted her.
MADISON MILANO Deputy Managing Editor
Last semester I embarked on an incredible four month journey with Semester at Sea. A four month study abroad program that takes place on a cruise ship. 115 days, 15 countries. Before we all got off the ship – a mere month ago – there were questions that were tossed around. What are you going to miss most? What was your favorite port? How are we going to adjust to being home? What’s going to be your first meal? Is it going to be weird not needing to find wifi to use our phones? How am I going to fit everything into three bags? And for the most part, I still don’t know a lot of the answers. But I do know a few: South Africa was undoubtedly my favorite port, the energy was intoxicat-
ing. I magically fit everything I had into three suitcases. The everything bagel and cream cheese I had the morning after I got home was the best of my life. But I still don’t know a lot of answers. Yes it’s weird being home and yes I’m still adjusting. I think we all will be for at least a couple of months. And I find myself missing everything at really random times. It’s hard to put everything into words. This semester was the best thing that I’ve ever done. It was challenging at some times – physically, mentally and emotionally – but I would do it again in a heartbeat. There are a couple important things that I took away from the entire semester that I think a lot of people should recognize. The first being this: people are generally good. And I hate that that was surprising. We were still careful and you still have to trust your instinct, but pretty much everyone that I had the chance to interact with had something cool to say or advice to give or help to offer. Once you step away from this ambient media that encompasses our lives, you’ll learn that the world is not all bad. These people were generally happy to help, wanting to show the best of their country. Trusting other people is a beautiful thing. Two: it’s okay to put your phone down. Some of the most genuine conversations and sights and smells and tastes were all experienced without knowing – or more importantly, needing to know – that your picture was ‘liked’ or retweeted. Because we were sharing the experience with each other, no one else mattered because we
were fully present. Go to dinner without looking at your phone and take part in a conversation with your friends (knowing that everyone is actually listening), I think your followers will still sleep soundly if they don’t see the filtered picture of your dinner. Three: While social media isn’t the most important thing to care about when experiencing new things, it is a useful way to update those you care about. Semester at Sea was the only reason I created an Instagram, because it was easier to update my friends and family. Four: There is a universal language. Communication is so much more than what you say. And you can get farther than you think by simply knowing how to say yes, no and thank you.
Five: Getting out of your comfort zone is incredibly rewarding. It may feel awkward at first, but the world will open up once you do. Generally, I think that studying abroad is an amazing thing for students to experience. Whether it’s a week, a month, a semester or a year, this is a perfect time to do it. It will introduce you to a great big world that will forever affect your life. MRM356@CABRINI.EDU
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Madison Milano and 15 of her friends on the ship painted each other’s backs to represent each of the countries they visited during their Semester at Sea.
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4 months. 15 countries. 17 cities. Two Cabrini students took on a semester at sea
BY ALEXA MILANO News Editor
This past fall semester, two Cabrini College students took the voyage of their lives and traveled across the country on a refurbished cruise ship. Throughout the course of four months, the students visited 15 countries and 17 cities. Juniors Mario Marino and Madison Milano boarded the MV Explorer in August and traveled throughout Europe, Africa and South America, returning to the United States in December. “Semester at Sea is a study abroad program sponsored by the University of Virginia that takes place on a cruise ship turned college campus,” Milano said. ‘Throughout the entire semester we take classes on the ship and live on the ship and then when we stopped in each country we got two to five days per country to just be there and explore and learn and experience that country.” “It is a living and learning community, where you get incredible access to your professors,” Marino said. “Further, the experienced professors relate the course material for each of their classes to the countries we are visiting.” Although much of this journey was about experiencing the culture of each different city, the students still took classes and learned like every other college student. “We took classes every time we were on the ship, so we didn’t really have weekends. And they were really hands on, you’d be learning about a topic and then were able to actually see the things you were learning about,” Milano said. “Every class had an in-country field lab component, so one day in one country your entire class would go somewhere and learn more about a prevalent topic you were studying in class. For example, in my marine bio class we whale watched and visited a shark conservancy, in global ethics we toured the red light district in Hamburg, Germany.” Life on the ship definitely took getting used to for everyone there but Milano said that by the end of the journey, all the students were used to their new lifestyle. There was no internet on the ship, only intranet, so emailing was the primary method of communication. The televisions only received a few channels, so knitting was a popular hobby. Weekends didn’t exist, because if the students were on the ship on a weekend, they had to take classes. “I think by the end, ship life is what people enjoyed the most, because that really can’t be replicated,” Milano said. “You can always go back to a country, but to get the same group of people together like that is something that will always be unique.” “Ship life is both incredible and exhausting. The absence of phones and internet allow students to truly get to know each other. If you want to really get to know someone, spend 12 straight days with them on a ship crossing the atlantic ocean,” Marino said. When asked what took the most getting used to, Marino commented on something that others probably wouldn’t think about in their daily lives. “I would say just doing all the things you usually do while the ship rocks gently, or sometimes not so gently. There’s nothing like trying to open a door but having to wait for the ship to rock in the other direction.” Apart from ship life, Milano and Marino pointed out a few key countries that were their favorite. “South Africa was my favorite country. I’ve been wanting to go there for years so it was something that I was looking forward to for a while,” Milano said. “It’s a really beautiful country, it’s absolutely captivating.” “My favorite country was South Africa because there was so much to
Petting the cheetah in South Africa
Camel trek in Morocco
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Sunrise pulling into Cuba
see, do and learn in the Cape Town area. I went cage diving with great white sharks, toured the vineyards of the Western Cape, spent a day learning about the wildlife of South Africa, and a day volunteering in a township where we fed and weighed the children living there,” Marino said. The students aboard the MV Explorer were in South Africa for five days, their longest amount of time on land. And although this country was beautiful, there were some not so beautiful parts about seeing this culture. “Historically it has a lot to offer too, apartheid is a very recent thing that the people there are still recovering from – the impacts of it was something that couldn’t be ignored,” Milano said. “The wealth disparity in South Africa was the worst I saw. We were docked in a place that had Mercedes and Lexus dealerships and then not 10 minutes down the road were townships where people didn’t have running water and plumbing.” Out of all the countries visited, Milano was most intrigued by Cuba. The students visiting Cuba was not just a big deal for the people on the ship, but it became a national news story. American students on Semester at Sea haven’t been in Cuba since Spring of 2004. “Cuba was just incredible to be in, to actually walk around and go to a baseball game and talk to locals was quite an experience,” Milano said. It’s not surprising that the people aboard the MV Explorer experienced a change within themselves while they were traveling. As the ship visited more and more countries, the students became more confident and were willing to reach more out of their comfort zone. “It was cool to watch people become more confident in themselves and go farther in each country – like literally travel farther – and do more. Becoming a traveler and not a tourist was a cool thing,” Milano said. “The people on that ship truly believe that they can change the world, and why shouldn’t they? But everybody was at least passionate about something – whether it be learning or traveling.” Some of Milano’s and Marinio’s own adventures included cage diving with sharks in South Africa, doing a three day camel trek in Morocco, watching the Russian ballet perform Swan Lake in Russia, going to a baseball game in Cuba, touring two hard cider distilleries in France, and touring the Guinness factory in Ireland. “It also ignites a travel bug inside you that pushes you to keep learning and exploring,” Marino said. Cabrini puts an emphasis on their students having a global education, and without a doubt, that’s what Marino and Milano experienced on their journey. “I think studying abroad enhances your education. And more than with the classes you take. I think this was the most I learned in a fourmonth span than I ever have. And most of it was through experience,” Milano said. “I learned about multiple cultures and histories and I learned how to travel and how to communicate without speaking a native language. I learned about people. And that’s on top of the classes I was taking. It also teaches you how to be a more confident student and leader.” ARM364@CABRINI.EDU
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Weddings at Woodcrest
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Bride Diane Scutti and groom pose for a picture
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We’re going to the chapel and we’re going to get married. The Plaza Hotel, Cinderella’s Castle, a villa in Italy and a tropical island are gorgeous and luxurious locations for a wedding reception. Another breathtaking locale is in our own backyard: The Woodcrest Mansion at Cabrini College. The Mansion and Bruckmann Memorial Chapel, nestled in Cabrini's campus make a perfect wedding location. This year the Catholic Archdiocese of Philadelphia announced a landmark decision which grants permission for weddings in the chapel. The historic mansion is a gem on the scenic campus, with its Elizabethan-Tudor style architecture, dramatic feel and spacious rooms. Built in 1902, the mansion has functioned as a family home in the affluent Radnor Valley and could be the site for a dream wedding reception. Couples will have access to the first floor, including the foyer, dining room, patio, sun porch and the sprawling lawn to dance the night away. Sodexo, the established catering company for the college, has embellished its catering menu to meet the tastes of the wedding party. Packages can accommodate a sit-down dinner for up to 100 people. A tent can be rented for additional space to accommodate up to 200 guests. Those interested in the allure of the Woodcrest Mansion can fill out a website inquiry that Jessica Webster, director of conference and event planning, answers directly. Couples can discuss pricing and packaging for their dream day. There is no additional charge for security. Catering services can suggest bakers and florists in the area. Leave the catering to Sodexo, which prepares a menu complete with appetizers to desserts. Diane Scutti, business office controller, turned the mansion into a glamorous party during her reception on June 12, 2010. The roaring sounds of a live band, dancing, laughter and clinking of glasses made the space come to life. Scutti wanted to veer from the traditional banquet hall weddings for a more free flowing experience at the unique mansion. She noted that people enjoyed themselves, and how guests could do as they wished, from dancing on the dark wood floors, enjoying the early summer views from the sun porch, sitting outside on the lawn, the balcony or even the couches in the mansion living room. Scutti related the ambiance of the mansion to how it is “Kind of like having it at your own home, but who has a home like this?” The planning of the event was as seamless as the beauty of the location as Scutti said, “Everything flowed; they take care of you.” Catering director Agnes Randazzo and Chef Rodney helped make the day special. Scutti was familiar with the cuisine from events that are catered by Sodexo on campus. Planning was made convenient as Scutti could talk to the Sodexo staff during lunch breaks. She worked closely with the staff to choose a menu, fashioned after an upscale barbeque. Sodexo also aided in proving resources and approving decisions. Scutti chose from a book of
rich fabrics for the various rooms in the mansion, from bright emerald green to a blue floral pattern and crisp white. Fresh bouquets of flowers of an assortment of colors were placed in each room. “The Knot,” a prestigious wedding magazine in the Pennsylvania and Delaware area will feature a spread for the winter and summer editions. This month Cabrini’s marketing and external relations department will unveil a revamped ad. Visit Cabrini’s event planning page and keep an eye out for the new ad for more information. If a couple already has an ideal reception location planned, the charming mansion and the grounds of the college are perfect spots for engagement and wedding photos, as well as vow renewals. Summer and autumn are popular months for weddings on the woodland campus. Licensed photographers can capture the couples posing on the quaint campus with the Woodcrest Estate and Cathedral of Trees in the background. Newlyweds who are affiliated with the college can exchange vows at the Bruckman Memorial Chapel of St. Joseph, which is just a short stroll from the mansion’s front steps. “Weddings had not been allowed outside of Parish churches in Philly,” the Rev. Carl Janicki said. Permission for the celebration of the sacrament of marriage in Catholic chapels was endorsed by the council of priests and approved by Archbishop Charles J. Chaput on Feb. 25, 2013 and was effective in March. Janicki explained that the definition of affiliations with the college is as broad as possible to accommodate Catholic couples who wish to marry. The process to obtain permission and prepare the chapel for wedding services has been arduous. However, members of Campus Ministry including Janicki and others have worked DIANE SCUTTI tirelessly to make this a possibility. Brides and grooms must obtain permission from a priest from his or her parish and arrange for a priest to celebrate the sacrament with them. If the priest is not within the realm of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, the priest will need a letter of good standing. From there, couples can contact the office of conference and event planning to arrange a date. A Catholic wedding chapel reservation form can be completed. Couples will be paired with a helpful campus liaison. The campus liaison guides the couple every step of the way. Carefully selected processional music and prayers are listed to aid in the process and to keep the traditions and solemnness of the occasion. In addition, couples should undergo pre-cana, or marriage preparation prior to the wedding. Janicki understands that couples have high expectations for their weddings but advises “You are not preparing for an event, you are preparing for a lifetime together.”
“Kind of like having it at your own home, but who has a home like this?”
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Paula Deen’s frozen hot chocolate recipe Ingredients
Directions
3 ounces best-quality chocolate (or a variety of your favorites)
1. Chop the chocolate into small pieces and melt in a small heavy saucepan or in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir occasionally until melted. Add the hot chocolate mix and sugar, stirring constantly until blended.
2 teaspoons store bought hot chocolate mix (recommended: Serendipity Frozen Hot Chocolate Mix) 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
2. Remove from heat and slowly add 1/2 cup of the milk, stirring until smooth. Cool to room temperature.
1 1/2 cups milk
3. In a blender, place the remaining 1 cup of milk, the chocolate mixture, and the ice. Blend on high speed until smooth and the consistency of a frozen daiquiri. Pour into a giant goblet and top with whipped cram and chocolate shavings.
3 cups ice Whipped cream, for garnish Chocolate shavings, for garnish
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To the movies we go A must not see movie, “Nebraska”
BY ANTHONY HYPOLITE Web Editor
After watching Nebraska everything, that I thought about the movie before I started watching it is the same exact way that I felt when I was done watching the movie. When I go to the movies I like to watch a movie that keeps me on the edge of my seat. The main character of this movie was an old man so you know that there wasn't much action involved in the movie. Second of all the title of it is called Nebraska, therefore not so much of an engaging title. During the time I was in the movie the best part was the text that I got from my friends. I would of honestly enjoyed this movie if was 50+ years old. The movie was in black and white! Most likely because it matched the theme of dullness relevant to the plot of the story. I was going to movie hop, but my mom really wanted me to go with her to watch it. I will never know what attracted my mom to
watching this movie. The main character of the movie was Bruce Dern, 77 year old actor from Chicago Illinois. The movie centered around a 77 year old man and his son taking a trip from Montana to Nebraska to claim a mega-million dollar prize. The old man looked kind of scary to me like he had a mental problem, either that or he was always in pain. I felt he would of been better to be in a scary movie because of the way he was acting throughout the movie. I no longer respect the Rotten Tomatoes website, a popular website that reviews movies, for giving this incredibly boring movie a 91 percent I highly recommend not seeing this movie if you looking for something actually interesting.
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Blue, Dear Blue, Recently I have been going back and forth with the idea of studying abroad. Most of my friends have or are going too. My friends, who have studied abroad, have come back with amazing stories and seemed to have enjoyed it. I really want to study abroad but I don’t know how to go about it. I’m also scared I might get homesick and won’t enjoy myself. What should I do? Sincerely, Expanding my horizons
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Dear Expanding my horizons, It is okay to be uneasy! You aren’t alone in the process. Have you talked to your parents, or advisor? You should first talk to your parents, to make sure they are okay with you going abroad. Then talk to your advisor about scheduling and if you are eligible for the time off or can get credit for classes taken. Also, the best part about Cabrini is they not only offer semester study abroad, but they also offer courses where you study abroad for a week! So if you aren’t sure if you can handle a semester away, you can always look into those courses. Cabrini has a lot to offer, so go out there and explore; but remembers to talk to your parents and advisor first! Sincerely, Blue
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1 Business attire 5 Somewhat 9 Punches hard 14 Tolstoy’s “__ Karenina” 15 Jazz singer Horne 16 Packing rope 17 Hot spot connection 18 What gears do 19 Addition to a school, say 20 Noncash executive compensation 23 Siamese or Abyssinian 24 Solo in “Star Wars” 25 Seminary deg. 26 Dog tags, for instance 27 Close boxing match outcome 33 Part of a foot 34 Norway’s capital 35 Low soccer score 38 Aquatic plant 40 Work wk. end for many 42 “__ Lama Ding Dong”: doowop hit 43 Enter 46 Hurricane rescue op 49 Omnivorous Looney Tunes devil, familiarly 50 Folgers competitor 53 Greek letter between phi and psi 55 Airline approx. 56 Tee or blouse 57 Sandwich meat 58 Randomly determined NBA draft choice 64 “Me, too” 66 Use a piggy bank 67 Overflow with, as charm 68 Prelude, for short 69 Hawaiian strings 70 Thief ’s haul 71 Explosive experiment 72 Felt tips and ballpoints 73 Dumbo’s wings
1 Log cutters 2 Condo division 3 “Inside” facts, briefly 4 Meditative exercise regimen 5 Teardrop-shaped nutlike snacks 6 Answering machine cue 7 Part of MIT: Abbr. 8 South Seas getaway 9 Substitute (for) 10 “To thine __ self be true” 11 Ohio city 12 Work on dough 13 Titillating cellphone messages 21 Green Hornet’s sidekick 22 Extremely 27 Male deer 28 Game on horseback 29 Valid 30 Christmas toymaker 31 Gadget used on an apple 32 “__ the fields we go” 36 PC alternative 37 Relax in a hammock 39 California’s Santa __ 41 ICU drips 44 Poet whose work inspired “Cats” 45 Director Preminger 47 Woman on stage 48 Bok __: Chinese cabbage 51 Consumes avidly 52 Take a stand against 53 Series of links 54 Lacks 59 Word before five or ten 60 __-steven 61 State known for its caucuses 62 Business bigwig 63 Gunpowder holders 65 “__ Doubtfire”
“Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.
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each athlete can bring to each and every game. The passion each player brings should mean more than the drugs they could take to make them “better” players. Nothing is greater than a moment of flawlessness on the field, ice, court, or whereever your favorite sport is played. Getting back to A-Rod, in my opinion, he’s playing the victim in a course of events set off by himself. The only person he should be blaming is himself. He should know how hot the subject of steroid and performance-enhancing drugs use in the MLB is. It’s insanity is what it is. The scandal and suspension throw everything he has done in the career into question. How many of his achievements were gotten through unethical means?
His career is tainted by the decision to use steroids, for whatever reason he chose to use them. Do I feel bad for him? Absolutely not. He willingly chose to use steroids. He brought this all on himself. At the end of the day he’s only got himself and no one else to blame.
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Alex Rodriguez is one of the highest paid players in baseball with a 10-year, $275 million contract BY MICHAEL SHANAHAN Staff Writer
Alex Rodriguez, better known by his nickname A-Rod, was considered to be one of the best baseball players in history. He’s the youngest player to hit 600 homeruns and over the course of 20 years has won numerous league awards and honors. Rodriguez is also signed to the richest Major League Baseball (MLB) contract worth $275 million over the course of 10 years. Now all of his achievements are thrown into question. Facing a 162-game, the entire MLB season, in the wake of performance-enhancing drug scandal that rocked the MLB. Originally suspended for 211-games, the longest non-life time ban in the history of the MLB, an independent
arbitrator reduced his suspension to the entirety of the 2014 MLB season as well as any post-season play the Yankees may be involved in early this year. Rodriguez still feels he is being unfairly treated and is now appealing his suspension in federal court. An article written by Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe states that A-Rod is unlikely to win this appeal. Where do I stand on the suspension? I am firmly on the side that he deserves the suspension. There are documents linking him to a clinic that has sold performance-enhancing drugs to other MLB players, such as Antonio Bastardo of the Philadelphia Phillies, and he has also admitted to taking steroids in the early 2000s, citing pressure to perform. All sports, not just baseball, should be played by the skill and determination that
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Hoop scoop: a look into Cabrini women’s basketball working together and communication are the keys towards the outcome of each game. After their loss to Keystone, Pearson spoke with the team and addressed what she felt needed to be improved. When viewing any one game put on by this team, the audience can expect an exhilarating, entertaining show. These girls know how to not disappoint. As far as their success on the court, each player brings their own power and effort toward the game outcome. Only having a total of four losses throughout the entire season, the Lady Cavs have not only shown a spectacular effort towards dominating each opponent,
but have thrived through their excellent team work and dedication to the sport that they love. With the momentum that has built since the beginning of the season, I see this team having no issue with continuing their success through the remainder of the season. For more team information or to take a look at past games visit cabriniathletics.com. ECA37@CABRINI.EDU
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No. 23 Sophomore Meghan Martin had eight points and six assists against Marywood University on Monday BY EMILY ARENTZEN Staff Writer
Sportsmanship and determination are two key aspect of the Cabrini College women’s basketball team. Since the end of last semester, the Lady Cavs have only lost three of nine games with their most significant loss being by only a mere 13 points to Albright back in Dec. The Lady Cavs have shown through each performance just how successful a team can be when they work together.
On Saturday, Jan. 18, the girls were unfortunately defeated by Keystone College in their first CSAC loss. While this would dampen the spirits of most other athletes, these women utilized this frustration in their future game strategy. After their previous nine point loss to Keystone, Head Coach Kate Pearson used this to fuel the team in their coming games. This motivation is evidently what pushed the girls into their 81 to 54 victory over Marywood on Monday night. As any well-organized team knows,
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No. 44 Junior Amber Keys was named CSAC conference honor roll
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Lady Cavs back on track with a win
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No. 35 Annie Rivituso had four points and eight rebounds in Cabrini’s win over Marywood University on Monday. BY: EMILY ARENTZEN Staff Writer
The Nerney Field House was packed with excitement as the women’s basketball team dominated the Marywood University Pacers in an 81-54 victory on Monday night. This victory did not go unappreciated as the Lady Cavs lost their first CSAC game last weekend to Keystone College. While this was an unfortunate defeat, Head Coach Kate Pearson used this loss as momentum to fuel their coming success. According to Pearson, the team “knew we struggled in our last game shooting from the floor.” In order to come back from such a disappointing loss, Pearson said that “we talked about having confidence and about playing with confidence and believing in each other.” It was apparent that adopting this mindset is exactly how they gained this incredible win, as Pearson stated that they went into this game with much more confidence. Not one player took the stage. Junior Amber Keys led the team in shots made at 19, only one point shy of her
career high of 20. Senior Brittany Sandone was not too far behind bringing in 18 points including three out of five shots from the three point line. It was evident from the start that the girls would come out victorious, keeping the Pacers in single digits up until 11 minutes into the first half. At the half time mark, the team held a comfortable lead of 44-27. Pearson evidently was very effective in her motivating the girls to pull through and work together. When asked about how the team felt coming into Monday’s game, Keys responded by saying “it was a team effort we knew our game plan and we knew what we had to do. Everyone’s getting their confidence back and as long as we continue that, I think we’ll be fine for the rest of the season.” With an overall record of 13-4, it appears the this team has the potential to continue with the success they illustrated against Marywood. For full details and schedule visit cabriniathletics.com.
No. 31 Megan Decker had 14 points, six rebounds, and three assists in Cabrini’s win over Marywood University on Monday.
BOX SCORE Marywood University 54 Cabrini 81 INDIVIDUAL LEADERS POINTS: MU: DANIELLE TERRANELA 15, NORA JOYCE 10 CAB: BRITTANY SANDONE 18, MEGAN DECKER 14 REBOUNDS: MU: CARLY LEITZEL 5, DANIELLE TERRANELLA 4 CAB: ANNIE RIVITUSO 8, AMBER KEYS 7 TEAM STATS REBOUNDS: GMU: 34 CAB: 53 TURNOVERS: GMU: 23 CAB: 14 FIELD GOALS: MU: 22-57 (38.6%) CAB: 33-78 (42.3%)
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Hoop Scoop - Plenty of new faces, but going far places
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No. 3 Corey Frizzera has 27 points, 14 rebounds and seven assists on the season BY: DAN LUNER Photo Editor
The Cabrini men’s basketball team has had a powerhouse of a season so far, but what’s more surprising is that they are doing it with only six returning members. Although there is a sizable amount of new
players, the team is not deterred at all. Primarily consisting of freshmen, but also some transfers, it seems there have been no problems with the transition from last year’s team. There are nine new faces to a team of 15 total, but the Cavaliers are yet to be stopped this season. Currently, they are showing off an overall record of
14-0 with a 8-0 record in the CSAC. Senior Fran Rafferty said, “I think we’ve done a good job as far as chemistry goes. The younger guys are hungry and they’re always willing to listen.” He added, “It [referring to the key to success] also comes down to the culture that we want to present here at Cabrini. We have 15 guys that will literally go out and put whatever they have on the floor for as long as they are out there. Because we’re such a close group and love competing, I think that’s what puts us over the top.” Rafferty concluded, “As far as the other seniors and myself, it’s National Championship or bust.” The rest of the season for the Cavaliers is primarily conference play with the exception of No. 14 Wesley College on Monday, Feb. 3. The game against Wesley will be a final test for the Cavs when it comes to out of conference play, but with key players such as junior Aaron Walton-Moss who is averaging 25.6 points per game, they seem confident. Other big impacts on the court are seniors Fran Rafferty and Jon Miller as well as freshman Brennan McCann. Another huge accomplishment for the team this year has been the D3Hoops rankings. Since the start of the season Cabrini has made a massive jump from
being ranked No. 19 overall to currently being ranked 3rd in the nation. The Cavaliers are also still proving to be a second half team as they have in past seasons. In an intense, action-packed game against Randolph-Macon College in Dec., nobody could seem to find the upper hand going into the locker rooms tied 44-44. Through perseverance and determination the blue and white managed to pull through for a 98-91 win. Although it didn’t come easily with Randolph-Macon tallying 40 bench points compared to Cabrini’s mere 18. It’s games like these that the Cavs need to go back and focus on fixing things that went wrong. From the looks of things now, Cabrini is highly likely to take the CSAC Championship while going undefeated in the conference. I think I can speak for everybody on campus saying we would like to relive the 2011-12 season where the Cavs went 31-2. The only difference this year is that the team is focusing on making that record 33-0.
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Cavalier swimming falls short against Ursinus Junior Evan Strickland led the men’s team with his first victory of the season in the 100-yard butterfly. His time of 55.12 was just 0.1 second behind the best Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference time. Freshman Hassan David Goines Jr. placed second in both the 50 and 100-yard freestyle events. Freshman Todd Walker placed third in both the 200-yard freestyle and the 100 yard backstroke. Walker had also been named this past week’s AMCC Swimmer of the Week. Sophomore Chris Ryan and senior Tim McCann placed third in the 200-yard individual medley and the 1,650-
yard freestyle respectively. The Cavaliers are slated to return to the pool on Saturday, Jan. 25 when they travel to Swarthmore College. The action is set to begin at 2 p.m.
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Senior Tim McCann diving into the pool BY ARIEL MELENDEZ Staff Writer
Many Cavalier swimmers notched season and personal bests, but it was not enough to defeat Ursinus College in the dual meet. The women lost 119-68 while the men were defeated 125-56. Freshman Christina Melchiorre added to her impressive resume as she nearly broke the 500-yard freestyle record, a record that has been held for six years. Melchiorre reached the wall in 5:33.23 which was just 0.2 seconds off the mark. She also placed third in the 200-yard free-
style in 2:04.19 Junior Morgan Griffith finished second in the 100-yard breaststroke while senior Courtney Good finished right behind her in third place. Freshman Bella Badolato finished third in the 200-yard individual medley. The group of seniors Courtney Good, Breaghann Smith, junior Morgan Griffith and freshman Christina Melchiorre finished the meet for the women on a strong note. The quartet set a new school record in the 200-yard freestyle race. Their time of 1:45.77 broke the previous school record by 1.37 seconds.
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Freshman Christina Melchiorre nearly broke a six year, 500-yard freestyle record
Stats and Standings Men’s Basketball
Women’s Basketball
CSAC STANDINGS
CSAC STANDINGS
Cabrini College 14-0 (8-0 CSAC) Gwynedd-Mercy University 12-4 (8-1 CSAC) Neumann University 11-5 (6-3 CSAC) Rosemont College 8-8 (6-3 CSAC) Immaculata University 6-9 (4-4 CSAC) Keystone College 6-8 (3-4 CSAC) Baptist Bible College 5-9 (2-5 CSAC) Centenary College 3-13 (2-7 CSAC) Marywood University 5-10 (1-7 CSAC) Cairn Univerity 1-13 (1-7 CSAC)
Immaculata University 11-3 (6-0 CSAC) Cabrini College 13-4 (7-1 CSAC) Neumann University 10-6 (7-2 CSAC) Marywood University 11-5 (6-2 CSAC) Keystone College 11-5 (5-2 CSAC) Gwynedd-Mercy College 7-9 (4-3 CSAC) Centenary College 6-9 (4-3 CSAC) Rosemont College 5-10 (3-4 CSAC) Baptist Bible College 1-10 (1-6 CSAC) Cedar Crest College 3-13 (1-7 CSAC) Notre Dame of Maryland 1-15 (1-7 CSAC) Cairn University 0-12 (0-8 CSAC)
TEAM LEADERS POINTS
TEAM LEADERS POINTS
Aaron Walton-Moss - 368 Fran Raffery - 210 A.J. Picard - 170
REBOUNDS
Aaron Walton-Moss - 153 Jon Miller - 80
ASSISTS
Aaron Walton-Moss - 79 Brennan McCann - 37
AS OF TUESDAY, JAN. 21
Amber Keys - 234 Brittany Sandone - 221 Megan Decker - 142
REBOUNDS
Amber Keys - 109 Annie Rivituso - 104
ASSISTS
Dana Peterson- 38 Megan Decker - 38
Men’s baketball remains undefeated
Cavalier Calendar
Thursday, Jan. 23 NO GAMES
Friday, Jan. 24 NO GAMES
Saturday, Jan. 25 WOMEN’S BASKETBALL AT CENTNARY COLLEGE AT 1 P.M. MEN AND WOMEN’S SWIMMING AT SWARTHMORE AT 2 P.M. MEN’S BASKETBALL AT KEYSTONE COLLEGE AT 3 P.M.
Sunday, Jan. 26
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No. 2 Aaron Walton-Moss had 35 points, seven rebounds and four assists in Cabrini’s win over Marywood University
NO GAMES
Monday, Jan. 27 NO GAMES
Tuesday, Jan. 28 NO GAMES
Wednesday, Jan. 29 WOMEN’S BASKETBALL AT BAPTIST BIBLE COLLEGE AT 6 P.M. MEN’S BASKETBALL AT GWYNEDD MERCY UNIVERSITY AT 8 P.M.
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No. 23 Freshman Deryl Bagwell had six points and an assist in Cabrini’s win over Marywood University BY: NICHOLAS CIPOLLONE Sports Editor
Cabrini men’s basketball team kept their winning streak in tact with a dominating 82-68 win over Marywood University. The Cavaliers now have a 14-0 record overall and 8-0 record in the CSAC conference, with the win. The Cavaliers are now ranked No. 3 overall in the NCAA Division III standings. In the first half Cabrini got out to an early seven point lead but the Pacers had a 7-0
run to tie the game with just over 15 minutes left in the first half. After the Pacers run neither team was able to get more than a four-point lead in the half. Freshman Deryl Bagwell hit a three pointer to close the half and Cabrini took a 45-43 lead into the second half of play. Blue and White took control in the second half. Cavaliers went on an 11-2 run to gain an 11-point lead. Every time it seemed as though the Cavs were going to pull away,
The Pacers would hit a clutch basket. The Cavaliers kept a steady lead through the rest of the game, not letting the Pacers get within six points. Ultimately the Cavaliers pulled away and cruised to beat the Pacers by 14 points. Cabrini dominated in the second half. After allowing 18 points in the paint in the first half, they only allowed a total of two points in the pain in the second. Cavaliers also dominated the glass out rebounding the Pacers 20-10. Junior Aaron WaltonMoss led four other players with points in double figures with 35 points and going 4-5 from beyond the arc. Freshman Matt Forest was 3-5 from three point range and matched a career high 12 points.
Senior Fran Rafferty contributed to the win with 11 points and five rebounds. Fellow senior John Miller also had double-digit points with 10 points and four rebounds. Cavaliers will have a tough test Wednesday night as they look to take on CSAC rival Neumann University. The game is set for 6:30 p.m. at the Nerney Field House.
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BOX SCORE Marywood University 68 Cabrini 82 INDIVIDUAL LEADERS POINTS: MU: SHANE KELLAHER 23, RYAN CORRIGAN 15 CAB: AARON WALTONMOSS 35, MATT FOREST 12 REBOUNDS: MU: SHANE KELLAHER 5, D.J. DAVIS 5 CAB: AARON WALTON-MOSS 7, FRAN RAFFERTY 5 TEAM STATS REBOUNDS: GMU: 23 CAB: 33 TURNOVERS: GMU: 14 CAB: 12 FIELD GOALS: GMU: 25-52 (48.1%) CAB: 27-56 (48.2.7%)