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College gets reaccredited by MSA BY JOEY RETTINO AND AMY HELD Managing Editor and Photo Editor Cabrini seems to be ready to be re-accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and Schools next week. Middle States will send eight non-Cabrini affiliated volunteers from other institutions to spend March 22 to 25 with Cabrini students, faculty, staff and administrators to gauge if Cabrini is meeting the Middle State’s 14 “Standards of Excellence.” According to Dr. Jeff Gingerich, interim provost and vice president of academic affairs, the accreditation process serves three primary purposes. First, the review helps the college to provide better services to students; second, to prove to the outside world that Cabrini is providing a quality education; and third, it affords the school full federal funding and ensure that the school can give appropriate financial aid to its students.
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“I’m so grateful for all the energy that faculty, staff and students have put into this self-study,” Gingerich said. “While it has been a lot of work, I think the process has really helped us to understand ourselves better and to improve the experience that we provide our students.” Among the students that Gingerich is speaking of is Mario Marino, finance, international business and accounting triple major, who will be meeting with Dr. Sudan Hudec, vice president of student - MAHILA ZAMAN life and dean of students at St. Joseph’s College in New York and one of the eight volunteers coming to re-accredit Cabrini. “It’s a very exciting time for the college,” Marino, who is also student body president of student government association, said. “It is a great form of self-regulation that ensure that legitimate institutions are constantly adapting, striving for success and meeting the needs of the students they
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serve.” Like Marino, Dr. Maliha Zaman, assistant to the provost for assessment and accreditation, also sees this process as one of reflection and improvement. “Even though it seems like a very daunting process, and it is, the idea is for your peers to give you a wake-up call—to say ‘hey, these are the things you might be lacking,’” Zaman said. Middle States is an organization that accredits all of the institutions in the North East, as well as Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands. While the Mid-
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dle States focuses on student learning outcomes, they also give attention to a school’s enrollment and financial stability. The organization re-accredits a school by sending a physical team of its non-affiliated volunteers every 10 years and has the school do a self-review midway through each decade-long gap between physical reviews.
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Time to embrace Spanish language: it is on the rise BY JESSICA PARADYSZ Perspectives Editor Spanish is taking over. Elements of culture are everywhere; Shakira and Pitbull songs booming on the radio, Sofia Vergara’s comical character on “Modern Family,” and” hablo español” signs on everything from billboards to store signs. According the U.S. Census Bureau, The U.S. is the fifth largest Spanish-speaking country in the world, behind Mexico, Spain, Colombia and Argentina. The trend is expected to increase, as the Cuban writer Humberto Lopez Morales stated that America will have the largest number of Spanish speakers by 2050. Amidst the growing power of Spanish culture, those with Hispanic heritage are fighting to keep their culture alive in the states and searching for their own American dream. According to statemaster.com, Pennsylvania ranks as the 14th largest state with Spanish speak-
ers, with a relative population of 436,254. New York and New Jersey rank higher, at number five and eight respectively. The presence of Spanish speakers is influenced by a variety of causes, immigration being a principle example in recent years. However, immigration remains a controversial topic. President Obama vowed achieve immigration reform, yet a variety of issues have impeded this process. Contributing to the controversy of reform is the growing animosity towards immigrants. In Philadelphia in
2006, Geno’s Steaks issued a policy of “Speak English” when ordering their famous cheese steaks. Blazoned across the store was a sign reading, “This is America, when ordering, Speak English.”
Owner Geno Vento died in 2011, and his son is keeping the sign in accordance to his father’s last wish. According to the Historical Society of Philadelphia, there is a large population of people with Mexican descent residing in South Philadelphia, a vibrant area known for its unique shops and home to Geno’s. Furthermore, According to the Census Bureau statistics of 2010, 13 percent of the population is comprised of Hispanics and Latinos, which represents the third largest de-
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mographic in the city of brotherly love. 21.2 percent of the Philadelphia population speaks a language other than English at home. According the United States Department of Labor Statistics economic News Release from May 22, 2013, “In 2013, there were 25.3 million foreign-born persons in the U.S. labor force, comprising 16.3 percent of the total. Hispanics accounted for 47.8 percent of the foreign-born labor force in 2013.” Although a large amount of the immigration controversy surrounds immigrants from all countries vying for jobs with American citizens, immigrants have boosted the economy. However, those with Hispanic heritage are losing their culture. According to the U.S. Census bureau, 75 percent of Hispanics age 5 and older speak Spanish. CONTINUE READING ON PAGE 5
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2014-2015 Editorial Staff EDITOR IN CHIEF Mackenzie Harris
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It is that time of year again. Everyone is in the midst of planning out what classes they want to take. Some students may still need to finish their MARKETING & CIRCULATION core classes, major requirements or just are lookLeonard Brock ing for classes just to be full-time students. But when we pick our classes, shouldn’t we be more ADVISER concerned with what we are getting out of it? Jerome Zurek How often do we as students really take the time to think about how these classes will help us in future years? What transferable goals and skills will students need? Are they really setting themselves up for success just by taking the easiest classes? Will those classes give students important skills The Loquitur student or help them narrow our career goal? newspaper and website Maybe, but majority of the time, probably not. are integral parts of the Think about it this way, why spend $42,000 to come to a school to take the easiest classes and educational mission of the graduate with little to no skills in over $168,000 in Cabrini Communication department, namely, to ed- debt? Even if a student receives financial aid, that ucate students to take their means that the college and government are working their hardest to allow that person to receive places in the public media. an education. The newspaper and webIf in fact, students put the most into their edusite provide a forum of free cation and receive really helpful grants and govexpression. All members ernment assistance, theconversation.com asks, of the college community “are graduates getting value for their money?” may submit work to the “There is no doubt, those with college degrees earn substantially higher wages. And even editors for possible inclusion. Publication is based on though the recent recession was difficult for evthe editorial decision of the eryone, the Current Population Survey indicates that in 2011, twice as many young adults without student editors. WEB EDITORS Anthony Hypolite Stockly Buabeng
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college degrees were unemployed as young college graduates. But our research, published in a recent book, Aspiring Adults Adrift, shows that colleges are too often failing to impart students with critical thinking, problem solving and written communication skills that are important to their success in the labor market.” Even in different majors, there probably was a time when students thought, “Am I going to be able to get a job after I graduate?” And that is the problem. However, we think that education is important and that everyone should be allowed to have an opportunity to have one, but at the end of the day, facts are facts and many people are struggling to find jobs. “Others struggled to various degrees: seven percent were unemployed and 16% worked parttime. Another 30% worked full-time in jobs paying less than $30,000 a year, half of them earning less than $20,000 a year,” according to The Conversation. “Considering that most of these graduates had taken out loans to finance their college education and that 30% of those with college debt borrowed $30,000 or more, these job market outcomes can pose a formidable financial challenge. Perhaps not surprisingly, approximately three quarters of graduates were receiving financial assistance from parents and a quarter were living with their families two years after completing college.” So, we are asking, is college really worth it?
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March 10 : Hillary Clinton In an ongoing controversy over Hillary Clinton using her private email during her time as secretary of state, there remains more questions than answers. Clinton revealed that she had deleted over half her emails, nearly 32,000. But Clinton had only turned over a little over 30,000 emails to the State Department. Though federal employees may use private accounts, in October 2009, the National Archives and Records Administration announced that “federal records sent or received” had to be preserved in an agency-record keeping system. Clinton preserved her emails on a personal server, but said that there had never been a security breach nor had there been classified material sent. It is not yet confirmed whether or not Clinton’s deleted emails will be able to be retrieved or if they are irrecoverable.
President Obama recently visited the Phoenix V.A. Hospital, which has had reports surface regarding poor oversight from officials on waiting lists. The delays in treatment caused some veterans to die. Problems still remain but administration officials have insisted that things are getting better, with significant progress from the department’s new secretary. Obama admitted that trust must be built back up. Some progress has been made, including additional patient visits, on-time appointments and an added 3,000 personnel that have reduced delays.
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Sexual violence: it’s on us BY JILL NAWOYSKI Asst. News Editor
THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2015
Bystanders of sexual assault are important aspects, speaker says BY ABBIE KEEFE Asst. News Editor
One in three college students date someone whom they hurt or who hurts them, said a sergeant from the public safety department to a presentation of a group of faculty and students. “A simple, ‘Are you okay?’ speaks volumes,” said public safety officer Tressa Setlak, while giving her presentation, “Sexual Violence – it’s on us.” One in four or five women experience an attempted sexual assault in their college career, according to The National College Women Sexual Victimization study. The reality of the matter is that many college students are bystanders to sexual violence without knowing what to do to stop it or how to step in. A bystander is defined as an individual who is not part of the issue, but they can see it. A bystander might not know what to do in a sexual violence situation, but they are involved either physically or electronically. Bystander intervention is a call to action. Setlak explained that the way to solve the problem of sexual assaults on college campuses is to change the way of thinking. In a college party scene, a man might say, “A girl that wasted deserves... Whatever comes to her.” The way of changing his thought process is, “A girl that wasted deserves… to get home safe, so I found her friends and made sure that she got home safe.” No one who is under the influence of alcohol deserves to be taken advantage of. “Yes means yes and no means no,” Setlak said. Setlak explained that students need to show pride in their community by standing up and taking action if something doesn’t seem right. It is important to check in with the victim then delegate someone to call public safety. Setlak would like to make attendance at this presentation mandatory for students of all ages at Cabrini College. It is vital for students to remember that if they need help, public safety is just a phone call away, at 610-902-8245. Setlak said, “Pledge to stand up, speak out and step in.” @JNAWOYSKI
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Tressa Setlak giving a presentation on sexual violence, including speaking up and the importance of the bystander.
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Mary J Anders discusses sexual assault during a presentation in Grace Hall.
Alumni give back for 10th annual alumni mentoring BY HOWARD BLAKE III Sports Editor Over 50 Cabrini sophomore and junior communication majors gathered to meet with 11 alumni for the communication department’s 10th annual alumni mentoring event. It was held on March 17 in Grace Hall. About five students sat around each table with an alumnus or alumna and exchanged resumes, portfolios and described their skill set they have practiced throughout their college experience. It was an intimate event in which the alumni critiqued their group member’s verbal presentation and resume while giving advice on how to effectively sell themselves to an employer. It was a time for students to be open and ask any questions they may have had in order to help prepare them for any type of business setting they may embark on in the future. For the Cabrini alumni, it was a time to give back and prepare the stu-
dents the way Cabrini prepared them. A 2001 graduate and current director of student engagement and leadership at DeSales University expressed his gratitude and willingness to be a part of his fourth alumni mentoring event. “For me that is the most important thing, it is giving back to the Cabrini community,” Nick Luchko said. “This is what Cabrini is all about. This is what it gave to me. It gave so much to me; this is my way of giving back to the younger generation.” While the alumni mentors were there for the needs of the students, some students were unaware of what to expect, yet grateful for the opportunity once it was over. “I expected a lot more people,” junior Ryan Charity said. Charity believed that with a bigger crowd he would feel more comfortable. But with a close nit session his nerves went away and he realized it was better for him. “As we got to tables and started talking I got comfortable with the
A detective from the Montgomery County District Attorney’s office with over 20 years of experience thinks that the bystander is an important aspect of any sexual assault case. “We get the victims, we get the bully, but how many people would understand the bystander [of sexual assault],” Mary J. Anders said, who has worked with many child abuse cases and sexual assault investigations as well as Internet safety issues. Anders discussed what sexual violence is, how to recognize inappropriate behavior, skills for direct and indirect intervention, a bystander’s point of view and social media considerations. The presentation where Anders spoke about these issues was part of an evaluation where she spoke as one of the two candidates for a Public Safety Investigator and Education Coordinator position, which was held on Wednesday, May 11, at 1:30 p.m. in the Grace Hall Boardroom. One aspect that Anders discussed was the forms of rape and how the definition has changed over the years, comparing and contrasting touching to the actual intercourse itself. “If your hands are there [without consent], we’re going to charge you,” Anders said. Another important aspect was on the individuals who commit these crimes. Anders said that 90 percent of the time sexual violence occurs with someone the victim knows or has known. “We all know [the scenar-
io] when a guy jumps out of the woods and there’s force, that’s easy,” Anders said. “What we don’t always think about is this part: when a person knows [the individual committing the assault] and is completely unaware that it is occurring.” Are they able to give consent? What is the level of their consciousness? These are all important questions that come into play, since 75 percent of these cases occur on college campuses and less than two percent of these reports turn out false, college parties with large consumptions of both alcohol and substances play a pivotal role in the awareness and prevention of rape cases. The last important aspect suggested the ways to intervene in serious cases while other people may not be aware that assaults are occurring while in a party or public setting. This can be accomplished by causing distractions like turning off the music, turning on the lights or even asking the victim if they would like to go to the bathroom to talk about it and hear their side of the story. The last thing that Anders covered was tips on what to do in certain situations. Some of these tips were to believe the individual and act as a support system, encourage the person to report the incident, don’t judge and do not post on social media. If something of the sort is posted on social media, screen shot or take a picture of the image while not responding or becoming a part of the conversation, avoid violence and alert authorities. @ABBIEROSEKEEFE
people at my table and the alumna [Kat LaHart],” Charity said. “It was helpful. She gave me some advice about going on interviews, what people are looking for and what the people in my job field, that I am looking to do, are doing.” The event was a form of networking for the communication majors. Each alumni came ready with business cards and was looking for those students who were hungry to expand their knowledge about the interview process and the business world. 2003 graduate and Vice President of Marketing at Lincoln Financial Group Michael Kazanjian was a testament to that. “I think it is incredible for the students to meet and start networking and building their professional networks while they are still in college,” Kanzanjian said. “That is not an opportunity that a lot of colleges give to their students.” @HOWARDBLAKE_III CONTINUE READING ONLINE
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In preparation for this years Middle States visit, Cabrini has written a lengthy 200-plus paged report that encompasses all the evidence and documents that will show Cabrini is a solid institution that holds the standards it needs to be re-accredited. According to Zaman, during Cabrini’s 2010 self-review is when the school realized that they had many things to improve upon at that time, but since has acted on what they learned from nearly five years ago. “The way the institution has embraced the fact that we were lacking in some standards is amazing because everyone came togeth-
er and said ‘okay these are the things we need to improve on,’“ Zaman said. Aside from a little “cautious optimism,” regardless of the process still nearly a week away, and the results of the review not being released until mid-year, Zaman still believes Cabrini is
more than ready for the Middle States. “The thing that we will have to learn is that now that we did it, how do we improve upon it? How do we maintain it?” Zaman said. “Because maintenance of this thing is keeping the momentum going. It is something that every institution finds a challenge.”
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Catholic Charities describes helping hands at the second Lenten lecture BY DOMINIQUE DINARDO Asst. Lifestyles Editor Catholic Charities USA gives the lives of those suffering from poverty a little hope, senior vice president of mission and ministry said. “Last year over 57,000 students were helped by Catholic Charities,” Cindy Dobrzynski said. Dobrzynski visited Cabrini for its second installment of the Lenten lectures. She is the senior vice president of missions and ministry at Catholic Charities. The Boston College graduate discussed the history of the foundation dating back to the 2nd Vatican Council. “Catholic Charities has a consistent pattern of being creative helping others come out of poverty,” Dobrzynski said. Catholic Charities give assistance to issues that are close to Cabrini’s mission. The education of the heart is truly lived out here where volunteers can help families who are truly struggling economically or emotionally. They support immigrants and those who have been trafficked. Victims such as these have been ripped of their rights and have virtually nowhere to go. Catholic Charities is involved in health care, case management and legal help. Many situations will involve those trafficked in crimes that they do not have the means to afford aid. “We offer life-saving services that ensure vulnerable youth doesn’t slip through the cracks,” Dobrzynski said. She discussed Catholic Charities’ link to disaster response. Prior to Hurricane Katrina, they hardly had a team developed. During Katrina, Dobrzynski described Catholic Charities leadership in the nation-wide response effort. Since then, the organization can be named the third largest response team nationally. “The fundamental building block of society is family,” Dobrzynski said. With a college degree being necessary for economic security, marriage levels are down. Couples are waiting longer to make the commitment because they cannot afford the joint lifestyle. This causes families to be formed later on before they can become independent. Even after an extended time for progression, many families have to work multiple jobs to thrive. That, however, is just the case for most American families. The lives of migrant and trafficked victims are even more challenging. That is exactly where Catholic Charities comes into play. “Catholic Charities likes to adopt families as they are and provide what they can in assisting them,” Dobrzynski said.
When prompted with what ways one can help, Dobryznski discussed that if someone knows someone suffering through this, standing with them in solidarity is almost enough to help them get through it. The weight of financial burdens weigh on families and individuals across the nation. The unbearable debt builds up and makes them feel suffocated. Every situation is different, Dobrzynski described it as not a ‘one-size-fits-all’ type of thing. Serve as a mentor and just stand by them through their struggle. Sophomore Amie Kneedler-Roetz,education major, firmly believes in Cabrini’s mission to receive an education of the heart. “As an education major, I myself want to educate others. Giving a helping hand shows that you care for other people. Without that, you both won’t prosper,” she said. “I want to set the right path for myself and my students someday. I think future generations need to see that helping others is a way to help yourself,” Katie Duffy,sophomore education major, said. Dobrzynski believes that every human wants to lend hands to help others. Those who have been helped themselves, tend to feel empathetic and extend themselves to others who may be suffering. Catholic Charities has been helping those in need since 1910 and hopes to continue their mission for many years to come. @DMD376
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Cindy Dobrzynski presenting on helping hands at the second Lenten lecture series in Grace Hall.
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However, the number of children speaking Spanish will decline, as it is projected to fall to 2/3 by 2020. These alarming statistics are juxtaposed by the incredible amount of Spanish speakers and the large presence of Spanish elements in popular culture. According to PBS.org, “Immigrant languages are usually lost by the third generation of speakers.” Therefore, families with Hispanic ancestry are racing to preserve their rights and customs. Valerie Ruiz, senior communication major, is the second generation of her family from Colombia. Her family keeps the language and traditions alive by speaking both English and Spanish in the household. She originally studied both English and Spanish, and decided to minor in Spanish at Cabrini. Ruiz hoped to expand her Spanish knowledge at the collegiate level and “Better [her] vocabulary and learn more about different Hispanic cultures and their literature.” The cultural and grammatical knowledge she has garnered has opened herself up to promising and rewarding career opportunities. Ruiz said, “I am able to apply to jobs where I can speak either English or Spanish and know I can communicate well or translate for someone. I think everyone should learn Spanish or any language for that matter.” “Now, there are so many Latinos and so many jobs that require to know a little bit of Spanish. Being able to speak another language is so beneficial and great. You connect yourself to your world & the Spanish speaking world!” At the heart of the issue, Hispanic adults want to preserve their culture, and according to a 2012 Pew Research study, 95 percent of adults insist that future generation should speak their native language. Ruiz realizes that many Hispanic families living in America lose an essential part of their culture. Yet she is bridging the gap between her past and present. “I find it so unfortunate when culture is lost in foreign families who migrated to America. It’s amazing for children to learn about their families’ cultural background and learn the language. This does not occur in my family. I can admit that the family I do have living in America are considered to be “very Americanized.” However my brothers, myself and my cousins are still very into our Colombian culture. My parents, aunts, uncles here make sure we do not forget where our family comes from and I am glad I can speak with my grandparents because they do not know any English, which is okay. I love when they teach me how to improve my Spanish even more.” Darianny Gutierrez grew up in New York with a strong and colorful Dominican Republic culture radiating in the Washington Heights section of New York City. Gutierrez is a second generation and was raised by her grandparents. “I’ve been to the Dominican Republic a couple of times and we are very energetic people that party a lot.” We eat a lot of rice and beams with chicken and plantains and we dance to mostly bachata and merengue.” “At home I speak Spanish and I am a fluent Spanish speaker. I was raised in Washington heights in New York City where most of the people are Dominican and almost all if my friends are Dominican which helps keep my culture alive.” Gutierrez, a sophomore, arrived at Cabrini last fall, the winding roads and cathedral of trees was a very different atmosphere than her hometown. “It was very hard transitioning to college because I went to school with mostly fluent Spanish speakers who were Spanish. I wouldn’t change my culture for anything because being Dominican is a very big part of my life and also a big part of the United States because it opens up more opportunities to people.” The Spanish language has a rich history and is part of the fabric of American life. PBS.org reports that Spanish and English have coexisted for over four centuries, and that Spanish has been spoken in American longer than English. Dr. Cynthia Halpern, chair and professor of romance languages at Cabrini, illustrates this point, as “The Spanish Empire came to the New World beginning in 1492 and finally extended as far north as Oregon and many cities along the coastal region were given names such as Los Angeles, San Bernardino, San Diego, etc. The Mexican republic inherited these vast underpopulated territories when it achieved its independence, but in 1848, it lost them to the expanding North American republic. “In some ways, Mexicans still view these territories as Hispanic territory, after all Los Angeles is the second largest Spanish-speaking city in the world, after Mexico City.“ “We must remember that the people from Latin America are no strangers to the United States.” Spanish is more than a language, it is vibrant with colorful history, customs, literature and music that are integral to the history of the world, past and present.
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Embrace Spanish culture, not stereotypes
BY JATARA ALLEN Staff Writer
It is helpful that in the student diversity office there are a lot of Latino people and activities for people to experience. I feel like Spanish and Latino are not talked highly about on campus because many people don’t take advantage of the student diversity office. In the Dominican Republic they have two major rituals. One is called Three Kings, which is like Christmas to them. Everyone comes together and give, as well as receive gifts. Another major holiday is their independence on Jan. 28. This event is basically a whole week of partying and parades. Everyone comes together for the sake of the day and help celebrate. In the U.S. I think having Spanish speakers is important because it is becoming vital in the career field. Being able to speak another language is a a helpful skill to have and opens up doors to many job opportunities and experiences.
Spanish culture is a very popular culture and talked about considerably these days. At Cabrini College there was not a lot of diversity on campus. Now, Cabrini College is trying to expand their diversity and experience a different environment on campus. The majority of the Spanish people at Cabrini are CREATIVE COMMONS from the Dominican Republic. They get offended when Latina women are portrayed as maids in the Lifetime people do not know their entire background and just show “Devious Maids.” The media often keeps Latino call them “Spanish.” @JATARA_ALLEN men and women in specific roles, not representing Sometimes there are a lot of stereotypes about the reality. Spanish culture. People don’t seem to respect the ethnicity and do not always value them as individuals. Spanish people in movies are sometimes depicted to be dirty, poor and prostitutes. When they are presented people do not always give them proper credit. They look at them as foreigners if they are in America because most of the time they are not from here. They show Spanish people to not have any morals or values more or less. Junior Frances Moto wanted to give her point of view of Spanish culture and presentations. “At Cabrini it is getting more diverse because when I was a freshman there weren’t many Spanish people, or diversity of any other race,” Mota said. I think that there should be more Spanish and Latino people on campus just because they are human just like everyone else and CREATIVE COMMONS they should be able to share their story and culture. The Dominican Republic is a country rich is culture and history. Cabrini students have Dominican heritage.
Accepting and accommodating students with disabilities
BY MARINA HALEY Staff Writer
Words to describe people with disabilities are amazing, smart, kind and misunderstood. In our society, students with disabilities are looked upon as unequal and not intelligent because they seem slower than other people. Many times students with disabilities get teased and sometimes even bullied in school because they are seen as less capable than their peers. There are also some students who have undocumented disabilities and do not receive accommodations because they are afraid to reveal their disability. Also, many students with disabilities have trouble getting hired for jobs because they don’t have the proper skill set. It’s important that students with disabilities are treated fairly because every student with a disability has a wide range of abilities and talents that can make them stand out in a positive light. Students with disabilities should be looked at as smart, capable and intelligent, but it is hard when they are put into different social situations. Sometimes people with disabilities have various social problems that make it difficult for them to get along with their other peers. There are many resources on campus for students with disabilities, but they can also help people who do not have disabilities as well. The disability resource center has an Honor Society
for students with disabilities called Delta Alpha Pi for students who have a GPA of 3.0 or above. The students who are part of this honor society help come up with ideas and events that help us fundraise money for the disability resource center. Many students also have VISA forms, which inform teachers about what accommodations they may need to be successful in their classes. The great aspect of this college is that we have many different resources for students with disabilities to use such as the math resource center, the disability resource center, the center for teaching and learning sand the writing center. All of these resources are here for the purpose of helping students with disabilities be able to succeed academically. The math resource center helps accommodate people with disabilities in math by giving them extended time to help them develop a sense of reasoning so they can understand numerous concepts. Overall, for students in lower math classes it is challenging to comprehend the most basic concepts because they may not understand them. Many students will struggle to make it through math class and advance to a higher level due to getting lower grades on tests, compared to students without disabilities. The writing center also helps students improve their writing so they can become stronger and more confident with their writing styles. They also provide assistance for people who need help with the grammar and structure of their paper. They support students with disabilities by helping them learn new skills so they can achieve their goals in written communication. The center for teaching and learning sprovides student tutors for any other students struggling in specific areas of study. For disabled students this can be a good place to get help and reinforce the topics that they have already been taught. These resources are not just here for students with disabilities, they are also here for everyone. Many people come to college without being aware of
their resources or just don’t think that there is a need to use them, but in reality, we should all be using them to help us maintain good grades and achieve our academic goals. @MARINAHALEY1
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The Disabilities Resource Center, located in the hallway outside of the cafeteria, offers help for students in need. Above: Poster of Celebrities with Disabilities outside the center.
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Kelly Clarkson shakes off hateful tweets
BY JESSICA PARADYSZ Perspectives Editor
Kelly Clarkson is one of America’s sweethearts; a powerhouse vocalist, singer, songwriter and the first winner to grace the American Idol stage. The 32-year-old singer has been in the spotlight ever since she tearfully sang “A Moment Like This” as she accepted her “Idol” win as a 20-year old. Fast forward12 years and the singer has released seven albums, toured the world, got married and has an adorable daughter named River Rose. Clarkson has proved herself as a likable, creative, determined and strong woman, yet she faces criticism in the media for her weight. Recently, a controversial British journalist and TV personality, Katie Hopkins, tweeted nasty comments to Clarkson. Hopkins tweeted, “Jesus, what happened to Kelly Clarkson? Did she eat all of her backing singers? Happily I have wide-screen.” The Sun writer crafted a slew of other hateful tweets including, “Look chubsters, Kelly Clarkson had a baby a year ago. That is no longer baby weight. That is carrot cake weight. Get over yourselves.” Hopkins went on to say during an “Access Hollywood” interview that, “Ultimately Kelly Clarkson is a chunky monkey… She’s fat, she needs to get out, eat less, and move more.” Hopkins went on to say that “I feel it’s my responsibility to point out to chubsters that they need to get up off their a**, stop costing me money as a taxpayer, and get out there and run a little bit more.” Hopkins’ words are despicable. Of course, Clarkson is in the public eye and people will write about her. Clarkson’s weight has fluctuated over the years, but she is a beautiful and incredible singer that does not deserve to be targeted in such a conniving and ugly manner. Body image and self-esteem are sensitive issues, especially for girls and women. Clarkson was thrust into the limelight since she was
20-years-old and has grown up before our eyes. It is unfair that women especially are targeted for their appearance. We place such a high value on appearances and girls and women end up having jaded views and low selfesteems because of the environment that we live in. Pop singers especially are supposed to fit a certain persona; to be sexy, gorgeous, skinny and hot. It is expected that they can wear a tight-glittery and revealing outfit, dance around and sing a hit song, all without missing a beat. Men in the industry do not seem to be held in the same regard as far as appearances. I remember watching “American Idol” with my family when I was in second grade. I remember the clunky home phone we used to dial in a vote for her. I played Clarkson’s “Breakaway” album so much I knew practically every lyric and song choice and would dance around and belt it out from my room. I sang “Behind these Hazel Eyes,” “Walk Away” and “Since U Been Gone” as if I was in an arena. I listened to all of her albums from elementary school through college. I feel as though I grew up with her, in a way. In my creative writing class in high school, my graduation project was about Clarkson’s life. My first concert was seeing Clarkson at the Susquehanna Bank Center for her “Stronger” Tour. Suffice it to say, I’m a fan. Clarkson is admirable because she is unbelievably talented but so down to earth, real and true to herself. She exudes southern charm. After the success of “Breakaway,” Clarkson penned many songs on her “My December” album. The album features songs that did not fit into the typical bubblegum pop mold, but were insightful and artistic. The songs, such as “Never Again” “How I Feel” and “Irvine” are raw and emotional. She was determined to have the album made and I applaud her courage to fight for her work. Clarkson was performing, staying up late drained from tours and personal life and the album is integral to show people that it’s okay to not feel okay and the songs are cathartic. Clarkson is able to have strong, powerful anthem such as “Stronger,” “Mr. Know it All” and “Miss Independent” that are catchy and fun. Her songs show the range of emotions and experiences a person goes through and fans can relate them to their own lives. The Texas native should be proud of her accomplishments. She has sang at President Obama’s second inauguration, released platinum albums and
has won three Grammy awards. Her Christmas album, “Wrapped in Red” was the best-selling Christmas album of 2013, which marks the first time a female artist achieved this feat. Clarkson has just released her new album “Piece By Piece” and is ready for a tour. Clarkson will continue to live her life and the hateful words will only turn into another massive hit song on the radio. Clarkson responded to the critics, stating, 'It doesn’t bother me. It’s a free world. Say what you will. I’ve just never cared what people think. It’s more if I’m happy and I’m confident and feeling good, that’s always been my thing. And more so now, since having a family — I don’t seek out any other acceptance.” @JESSICAPARADYSZ
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Kelly Clarkson in 2002 after being crowned the first American Idol winner.
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Clarkson performing at the 2013 Grammy’s. The singer has been criticized for her appearance but responds with empowering messages.
Facebook steps their game up for suicide prevention The 2011 version of this form of intervening asked the individual who saw the troubled post to send screen shots or pictures in to Facebook of the post itself. Then the website would send the user to a suicidal prevention page. The social media website has worked with many pre-
Every now and again we hear people talk about the negative impacts of technology and social media. Well, for those who love to hate, here is something to appreciate. Facebook is helping individuals through social media who may be going through a rough patch in hopes of the prevention of suicide. Still interested? Here’s how it works: any individual who posts suggested thoughts of suicide or just anything that appears to be a red flag for self-harm, friends and users can now anonymously alert Facebook to intervene. Once Facebook is notified about the post, a team reviews it. If they believe it is necessary, they will send something to the troubled user with suicide prevention resources, like the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline. The individual who reported the posts may also be notified with options to reach out to the troubled person or even to seek advice from a trained professional for themselves.
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BY ABBIE KEEFE Asst. News Editor
ALTHOUGH FACEBOOK MADE THE POINT THAT THIS NEW UPDATE IS NOT A REPLACEMENT FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES, IT IS STILL A STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION.
personal issues. Although Facebook made the point that this new update is not a replacement for emergency services, it is still a step in the right direction.
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vention organizations, which include Now Matters Now, Innovations in Suicide Prevention, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and Save.org. Now, once all steps are taken and individuals are notified, a heart will pop up on the user’s page and let them know that someone is worried about them. The pop-up will confirm that if they continue to move forward with post, everything is completely private and confidential. If they decide to move along with the post, it will give options for which action they would like to take next, such as being able to reach out to a friend or helpline worker as well as getting tips on how to cope with depression or
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Facebook now offers a tool to report any posts that are red flags for a suicide.
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Moda Dal Vivo styles the runway BY ANESIA MEREDITH Asst. Copy Editor
Moda Dal Vivo which stands for "Live For Fashion "was established by two very prestigious alumni. Both Cofounders, Greg Robinson and Jessica Regina, originated the club as a way to give students an opportunity to show their sense of style, no matter what race or gender while giving individuals a chance to show who they are. Moda strives to make a difference not only for those close to home, but also world wide. Moda Dal Vivo is very hands on when it comes to showing confidence. The most important root of the clubs belief is to make sure that you are confident in yourself, because it is not always about who you wear and what you wear, it is the matter of how you wear and you about feel about yourself. Since Moda Dal Vivo was established in November 2010 the group has hosted strings of fashion shows each year. Last year the fashion show hit many different ethnic backgrounds. There three most ethical and main points of the letter "M" are, artistic appreciation, economic development, and industry development. Each of these points played a role in last years fashion show. These three key points were behind most of what the models wore. Fashion club member and head of the marketing chair, sophomore Odeilenny Baez has been a member
since 2014 and had modeled in the show last year. Baez, an elite member of the club wears the elite crest. The significance of the crest symbolizes the ambassadors of all organizations to holding the goal and bringing justice to the fashion industry. Baez, who has been a member since last year, was giving the crest of the end of the show last year, and was appointed head of the fund raising chair. ODILENNY BAEZ / SUBMITTED PHOTO When asked how she feels about Moda Dal Vivo Baez said, Students help eachtoher prep for the annual fashion show. "I feel that Moda adds a new perspective to Cabrini. It gives us the ability to express our- for fashion," President Gardeliz Centeno said. selves through fashion and use fashion as an art form." Not only is Moda Dal Vivo a fashion club, it is a gateway Although both founders have graduated, their hope is for students to open up themselves, make new friends and to always have in mind that not only does hard work pay a way of expressing yourselves while maintaining who off, but it opens up a whole new world of creativity. you are. Members and models are most looking forward Another member Cheyenne Irizarry said, "being apart to the fashion show up coming this year. This year stuof Moda allowed me to express myself freely to under- dents seem to be up for surprise. The club plans to deliver stand fashion and appreciate it’s origin. To be a part of on Friday, April 10. The show will be held in the Dixion something bigger then itself." Center. “We are in for a movie in a making,” Irrizary said. "Moda means to me, an organization on campus that I can go to, to share with others, the same passion I have @ANESIAMEREDITH
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Moda Dal Vivo has held an annual fashion show since the club started in 2010.
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Students show off their creativity while participating in the fashion show every year.
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Of Mice & Men shows negative effects of technology on society BY SAMANTHA JACOBS Asst. Multimedia Editor
Technology is causing people to disconnect from real life. On Feb. 24 Of Mice & Men released a reissue of their 2014 album “Restoring Force” with three new tracks and an acoustic track under the name Restoring Force: Full Circle. Before the re-release dropped, the band debuted the single and video “Broken Generation” exclusively on Billboard on Feb. 4. If you have never heard of the band before, they are a metalcore band from California. Don’t let their genre scare you away from a great piece of art though. The video and lyrics capture a major issue that has developed in society with technological advancements. In a world where everyone has their own personalized devices, real life interaction is changing and the video shows the negative side effects that have come along with the need to be connected. In the story everyone is connected to a wire in the back of their necks. There are scenes where no one is looking at each other, but rather they have their eyes glued on their devices. From there a man and a waitress are both placed in different social situations, but when they enter the scene they grow frustrated that everyone is wrapped up in their own technological world. Throughout the video the two come together to turn off the powerhouse that is keeping everyone transfixed away from the world. As the couple’s story continues Austin
Carlile and Aaron Pauley, the vocalists, let their anger towards the situation show through as they too are connected to this powerhouse. The band plays in a tangle of wires showing how technology has trapped humanity. The lyrics follow the story saying “with arcane eyes you’re staring back at someone with no face.” This reflects the idea that people are staring at pictures and text rather than interacting faceto-face as the virtual world grows more expansive. This is relatively new issue that is being studied as technology becomes a more integral part of society, but it is easy to look around the cafeteria at dinner time and see plenty of people on their phones instead of talking to others at the table. Once the couple has finally managed to shut down the power and Carlile and Pauley have unplugged themselves, the story ends powerfully with everyone suddenly looking up from their devices. Rather than the lifeless stares that were in their eyes, they seem to come to life as they look into the eyes of the people that are actually in the room with them. Art that can represent issues in the world at the time of its creation can tell the best stories about what people were like throughout history. With their song a video for “Broken Generation” Of Mice & Men has created a wonderful example of society in 2015 and the issues gripping it.
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The front and back of the Of Mice and Men album including a list of their songs on the new album.
Graduate student gives inside look on his transition BY DOMINIQUE DINARDO Asst. Lifestyles Editor
For some, graduation is right around the corner. The constant internal battle of jumping into the work-force, taking time to relax or continuing an education are always of concern. All three areas have its peaks and valleys. Jumping immediately into job searching gives students a head start. Being able to use skills right after receiving a degree is pivotal in your pathway to success. Taking time to relax clears a students head. If a graduate can afford it will allow that person to really think about the field they are about to work in. This allows time for inspiration to ensure that person will love the job they eventually decide to pursue. Brandon Mincer, Cabrini graduate decided to take his education to the next level. Not only at any institution, but at Cabrini itself. "Cabrini introduced me to so many opportunities that I’m not sure if I would have received anywhere else. Also, I really enjoy having the smaller class size. I enjoy the personalized attention, too," Mincer said about his undergraduate experience. While Mincer was attending Cabrini he was a resident
assistant. He applied many Also, you are able to apply leadership qualities to his more real-world experiences job on-campus and really into a graduate class," Mincer got an opportunity to under- said. stand the campus and misGraduate school is an sion itself by receiving his amazing way to further a stuundergraduate degree in dents education in the specific social work. Currently work- field of their choosing, howing on his Master of Science in ever since there are so many Leadership program, Mincer different people attending the believes grad school is the way experience itself is different. to go. "I miss being able to live "Obtaining a master degree with all of the amazing friends opens many doors. It allows that I made while in school,” you to gain the skills you’ll Mincer said. “However, we are need to stand out among the all still very close to this day." competition,” Mincer said. Mincer's experience led “Not to mention it increases him to expand his education your earning potential." of the heart at the institution Although grad school may he knows best. He hopes to do be right for Mincer, he sug- something extraordinary in his gests knowing what you're get- field of interest in the future. ting yourself into. The level of education is different that @DMD376 your undergraduate studies and you have to be prepared for the new world that you are about to enter. The ages vary and so do the educational backgrounds. Many of those who are attending graduate school have either been in the workforce for years or hope to be at the top of their field. "The difference between grad school and undergrad is grad school more focused on a specific area of study. Graduate admissions is located in Grace Hall.
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"Paperwork: The motion picture" How students prepare for spring
BY STOCKLY BUABENG Marketing and Circulation
He was born Clifford Harris but his rap name is "T.I or T.I.P." T.I has had a lot of success in the music industry from mixtapes to albums. His new album "Paperwork: The motion picture" has come under a lot criticism with most fans saying he went commercial with this album. There has been a lot of controversies surrounding T.I’s latest album “Paperwork: The motion picture.” Some say he went commercial, others say this is not the classic story telling albums that T.I used to make every time From his classic albums like Urban Legend, Trap Muzik, T.I vs T.I.P to his most recent Trouble man: heavy is the head, T.I told stories of his life in the trap to his most recent arrest. All T.I fans can disagree because if you listen to some of the records on the new album Paperwork you can tell he still kept
it consistent. with records like “On Doe, On Phil,” where he talked about the death of his loyal protege Doe B, the “New national Anthem,” where he talked about the deaths of Trayvon Martin and Micheal Brown, “Stay,” where he talked about some relationship issues with his wife Tiny. He also has other party records like Jet fuel, G sh******, that everyone can jam to in their cars. This album features some of your favorite artists like Boosie Bad A**, Chris Brown, Usher, Rick Ross, Pharrel, Skyler Grey and many more. Just like every album he has ever dropped, this one also has the potential to be great on the Billboard and Top 100 charts.
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T.I released his latest album “Paperwork” in 2014.
BY TY DAVIS Staff Writer
With spring right around the corner people are getting ready for the spring festivities. An event to look forward to in early spring is free water ice from Rita’s. The season for baseball is also near as the Phillies have their first game opener Apr. 6, against the Boston Red Sox. “I plan on waking up and going the gym. Then after I shower I’m putting on my awesome chubbies, radical shorts for men, and a tank and enjoying my last semester at college,” Joe Gonski, senior criminology major, said. While enjoying being able to shed a few layers of clothes in the spring students anticipate being able to walk around embracing the warm weather. “I’m going for runs outside with friends and sitting outside to do my homework,” Christine Ingargiola, junior exercise science major, said. May 3, kicks-off the first annual coed football tournament that gives students, faculty and staff the opportunity to play in an all-day competition to win a first place prize. “My plans for the warm weather are to train for lacrosse so I make the team, enjoy the weather with friends, have fun and make money,” Xavier Taylor, freshman information and systems major, said. An event to look forward to in Philadelphia is the Philly Wine Week beginning Mar. 22. According to visitphilly.com, tickets for the gala are $75 per person and are available online.
“I’m looking forward to the adventures with my friends and the new experiences that I will go through as I get ready for the transition from Cabrini to life after graduation,” Nichole DePaulis, senior marketing major, said. Senior exercise science major, John Rudder said “I expect to spend more time in the sun with my friends, breathing in more of Mother Nature.” With spring being the season to start with a new slate, Rudder plans on looking at life from a different perspective. “As well as accomplishing some positive pivotal life movements for my future so [that] I may look forward to life after college without fear,” Rudder said. This spring may be the last spring for some students to enjoy time with their friends as they graduate and go on to continue their career. “I’m definitely looking forward to warmer weather, spring holidays like Easter and my birthday and seeing some of my roommates exciting lacrosse games,” Alissa Oliveras, sophomore business administration, said. I expect to work hard on my school work to finish the semester off strong and for spring to bring new memories with my friends at Cabrini as the semester comes to an end,” Oliveras said.
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True definition of a mental health day BY JADE MOTTO Staff Writer
When work and life stressors become overwhelming, rather than toughing it out, what a student may need is a day off. A mental health day is when students do not come to class and take a sick day for reasons other than physical illness. Some students may consider a mental health day to be when someone simply does not feel like coming into school. A lot of students agreed that mental health days are necessary. Students say that much overload in their work can lead to depression and a lot of anxiety. Sometime they just need a break from classes to focus on catching up on sleep and getting back on track with all their work. “There is so much research today being done, over kids who are to stressed with school work that they often turn to suicide. Not only do college students take mental health days, but people who are even in the real world and work everyday need a day to themselves, that is why jobs today offer vacation time,” junior, Morgan Burns said. In society today world we see so many young teens pass, due to stress with school, stress from their parents and even from their coaches. A recent incident has just occurred involving a boy from mainline, who took his life due to stress about late homework.
Cayman was an eighth grade student at The Shipley School in Bryn Mawr. According to Main Line Media News, “Naib went missing from his Harrison Drive home around 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, venturing into a cold rain without his wallet or cell phone after receiving an e-mail from school about a past-due homework assignment,” said Tim Logue. The topic of mental health days comes up a lot in school usually the most during syllabus week. At every college most students do have a number of absences in each course that they take. Some are only allowed three and some are only allowed one, it depends on the professor students may have. If a student goes over the number of absences most teachers take points off your grade for it. Kids usually use mental health days, when they are to lazy to get up for class, when their roommates skip or even when they did not due an assignment. Teacher’s mental health days and student’s mental health days are completely different. As students get older we will learn in the future I believe to take mental health days more seriously, but for now as a college student we will take off when we believe is the best time. @MOTTOJADE
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The DRC provides many helpful ways to deal with mental health.
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Are honor societies worth applying for? BY RENEE OLIVER Asst. Sports Editor
There are 18 different national and international honor societies available to join, if eligible, at Cabrini. These societies are presented through various majors offered such as information systems, sociology, criminology, biology, business, history, theater, education, philosophy and more. There is even an honor society for first-year students who achieve academic excellence. Those who are eligible are invited to apply directly after their first semester in college. Many would agree and look at honor societies as a great incentive for students. All societies, at a minimum, require to students to meet a certain grade point average.
As well as a specific amount of classes in that particular major. Not only do honor society’s serve as a good title and accomplishment, they are a great network to be apart of. Students are instantly connected to others studying in their field and professionals in the working world. Once a student is apart of an honor society, this is a title that they will carry along with them for the rest of their life. Senior communication and criminology major, Se’Quia Bailey, is a member of Alpha Psi Omega, the national honor society for theater. “It makes you really realize the hard work that you put into theater,” Bailey said. The process of joining Alpha Psi Omega is different then others. There is no written application to fill out or
paper to write. “Once you are nominated you have to recite lines from Shakespeare and recite and recognize the greek alphabet,” Bailey said. “I think that it is unique because I personally don’t know any other honors society that has that type of process.” While students like Bailey take pride in their respective honor society, others are clueless and unaware of there presence on campus. “I really don’t know anything about honor groups,” Darian D’Alfonso, sophomore education major, said.
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Andrea Gerardi with friends being inducted into the education honors society.
Spring formal fashion choices reflect student's personalities BY CHRISTLE GEHMAN Lifestyles Editor
The Spring Formal, now officially hosted by CAP Board, the theme was Alice in Wonderland. The theme was an unusual pick and it was hard to visualize what a party that boasted this theme would look like. Held in the Mansion this past Friday evening from 8:00 p.m. to midnight the event turned out to be a wonderland. Not only were the decorations and food delightful, the fashion that was flaunted throughout the mansion was something to behold. Some students went for their own take on Alice in Wonderland characters while others went for a more traditional spring formal dance. Most students were very well dressed whether or not they were dressed as one of the theme's characters. Some students took the opportunity to dress in something that was completely outside of the box as far as formals go. Still others were feeling the pull of spring and warmer days and decided to go for
pretty pastels. Characters that students dressed as resembled the Mad Hatter, Alice, The White Queen, and The Queen of Hearts. The guys were mostly dressed in suits jackets and tuxedos. Some of them added suspenders and ties to the mix, but for the majority, black and white formal was the obvious choice. Shoes for the guys ranged from the classic loafer to more nautical style loafers to a formal boot style. Guys and girls did not seem to be focused on coordination. The student population seemed to know that the spring formal means dressing to the nines, having fun, taking tons of pictures and dancing the night away. Though the attendance was under the level expected, CAP Board was grateful for the number because anymore would have been too many people for the capacity of the Mansion. For those who call this their type of night, the event was right on target. @CHRISTLE_J
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Friends enjoying their time at the formal this year.
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Wagner and friends enjoying the Alice in Wonderland theme.
Emily Janis and Bridget Wagner enjoying the photo booth at the formal.
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Bars and cities went Irish for St. Patty's Day BY KATIE MUSKA Asst. Lifestyles Editor
Cabrini College is in a nearly perfect location for St. Patty’s Day. This year, several bars in the area—including Philadelphia, which is a mere half hour from the school—celebrated the Irish holiday with all sorts of specials and festivities. “They usually have the St. Patty’s Day Parade the Sunday before and they stop up and down 2nd Street at all the different bars,” Lexi Cavaliere, sophomore middle level education major, said. “Paddy Whacks Irish Sports Pub is where everyone usually stops, even if they’re not in the parade because it’s the Irish Pub. Everyone in the city is Italian every other day except St. Patty’s Day.” Aside from Paddy Whacks, there are many other places in Philly to celebrate the green-colored day. Since St. Patty’s Day was on a Tuesday this year, festivities are began this past weekend. On March 13 until March 17, all of the Shake Shacks in the Philadelphia celebrated with two special menu items. On Saturday the 14th, the holiday switched gears with the Leprechaun Run, which is a five-mile fundraiser run that supports the Special Olympics Philadelphia. Fado started St. Patty’s Day off right away at 8 a.m. with their pints and pancakes as well as live music and Irish drinks throughout the day. Even closer to home, Conshohocken got ready for St. Patty’s Day as well hold-
ing their own parade the same day as Erin Express. The word around campus is that the hot spots for Cabrini students are the Fox and the Hound, Landmark Americana, McFadden’s, Kelly’s Pub and Kildare’s Irish Pub. Kildare’s, being an Irish Pub, celebrates 17 days of St. Patrick. The pub celebrated from the 1st to the 17th with authentic Irish music, drinks, food and prize giveaways, including a trip to Ireland. Another Irish establishment, McFadden’s, will be held a huge celebration on March 14. With the purchase of a ticket, people could come and enjoy live music, drinks and friends. The event always draws large crowds to join. The Erin Express was a huge attraction this year for college students in general. The Erin Express bus takes participants through Philly on Saturday on an almost 24-hour bar crawl. Students and others over 21 are taken to several different bars every 30 minutes. Some bars included were McFadden’s, Johnny Utah’s, Gunners Run, Crabby Café and more. If you were able to join in these festivities to celebrate St. Patty’s Day, you were definitely in the hot spots. The bars we ready for the Irish holiday and everyone got to be Irish for a day (or two).
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Cavanaugh’s bar located in Center City was one of many bars that participated in the Erin Express.
Clarkson takes control in 'Piece by Piece' BY JESSICA PARADYSZ Perspectives Editor
Kelly Clarkson’s “Piece by Piece” album displays the same charismatic voice that America grew to love, with the powerhouse lyrics of a pop star that has been in the industry for over a decade, and stayed strong through it all. Clarkon’s album features beautiful ballads, undeniably strong anthems and a duet that we have come to admire the “Miss Independent” singer for. The pop album opens with the infectious “Heartbeat” song that will have listeners singing along to the pulsing anthem of finding new love and feeling on fire. Clarkson croons “You, where
Kelly Clarkson released her new album on Feb. 27.
the hell did you come from, you’re a different different kind of fun, I’m so used to feeling numb.” Listeners cannot resist singing the chorus of “Been so long I forgot how to turn it up up up all night long.” Looking for another song to dance to? Clarkson asks you to “Dance with Me” in the 11th track. The song has been used to promote the new season of “Dancing with the Stars” in a commercial with the cast of the new season in glittering costumes. The song is equally as vibrant, sparkling and fun. The “Idol” winner begins before the powerful chorus, teasing listeners with “And when the music starts and the lights go down, we will all be found, no one's fighting anyone,we're all dancing on the ground.” Clarkson captures the feeling of dancing the night away, signing in her resounding voice “Feel the music like a lover's kiss, feel the rhythm like a warm embrace,come on and dance with me.” Listeners will feel the need to get up and dance to this song. Clarkson’s soulful and entrancing balled “Run, Run, Run” is a silky duet with John Legend. Legend is known for his soulful voice that was famous for “All Of Me.” Clarkson has such a strong, fluid and gorgeous voice that the two blend together in an unexpected but incredible song. The song begins in a slow piano form with Clarkson crooning, “I wonder how your body tastes.” Legend’s solo complements the ballad, especially when their CREATIVE COMMONS voices rise in a chillingly beautiful lyric. Their voic-
es take center stage and the melody slows as they sing “Our lust for fighting, tied up in silence.” The song advances with a fast drum beat that adds another dynamic and layer to the ballad. “Tighrope” is a similarly lovely slow song that displays Clarkson’s range and soft, trailing voice that draws out each heartbreaking note. Clarkson sings “We’re so messed up, but I know that you and I will fall in time eventually, or maybe we’ll both die trying.” The chorus picks up with Clarkson reminiscing “Cause I’ve looked and I’ve seen nothing but you, the way you light up every room tonight so easily.” “I Had a Dream” is a bold song that is reminiscent of Clarkson’s “Thankful” and “Breakway” is a punchy, and soulful where she claims “Remember that the footprints you’re leaving will tell us who you really are.” The lyrics seem as though Clarkson is trying to carefully convey that leaders and those with power or in the limelight used their voice for good. An empowering anthem in the same vein as “Stronger” and similar in message to Katy Perry’s “Roar” is “Invincible” with a catchy phrase, “Beat down on me, beat down like a waterfall, ‘cause I can take on so much more than I had ever dreamed,so beat down on me, beat down like a waterfall, ‘cause baby, I am ready to be free.” Clarkson uses her life experiences and determination with a flair and states that she “ain’t a scared little girl no more.” In “Someone,” Clarkson is half apologetic, singing “So, this is my apology, for saying all those s**tty things, I wish I didn’t really mean.” The beginning is openly edgy for Clarkson, and works because the song is full of a beautiful message to find someone to live for, but not being sorry for what she did. The overall album has something for die-hard Kelly Clarkson fans that have loved her since she won “Idol” and those that cannot resist singing “Heartbeat” on the radio. Clarkson stays true to herself and shares her maelstrom of wisdom and flair. The ballads are slow and beautiful, but there is a mix of fast paced songs and those like “Take You High” “Nostalgic” War Paint” that play with different sounds and beats to keep the songs fresh and upbeat. @JESSICAPARADYSZ
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Murray hopes to be good fit for Eagles
BY HOWARD BLAKE III AND KEVIN MOYLETT Sports Editor and Asst. sports editor
Kevin’s Point of View The Philadelphia Eagles have shaken up the running back fold this offseason. The first move came when they traded the franchise’s all-time leading rusher LeSean McCoy to the Buffalo Bills for linebacker Kiko Alonso. Then came the reports that the Eagles had agreed to a contract with former chargers back Ryan Matthews. This left fans thinking the Eagles were out of the race for free agent and ex-Cowboy Demarco Murray who was the NFL’s leading rusher last season. Surprisingly multiple reports from NFL insiders surfaced that the Eagles and Murray had a strong mutual interest. Once the news broke about Murray flying to Philly to talk to the Eagles
the fantasy started to become a reality. Murray signed with the Eagles just hours later. Murray and Matthews are expected to get a bulk of the carries with Darren Sproles getting some touches as well. Fans seemed to be excited about the Murray signing. Although most were wondering with his new contract being larger overall than McCoy’s contract with the Eagles why trade McCoy in the first place? A lot of rumors started about Murray being a better fit for Chip Kelly’s system than McCoy. The argument against that is that McCoy finished first and third in rushing in his only two seasons playing under Kelly. How much more can you expect from Murray who has been plagued by multiple injuries in his career compared to McCoy who has had a relatively healthy career. The other side of it is that Murray is the type of player Kelly wants on his team. Humble,
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New Philadelphia Eagles running back DeMarco Murray introduced at press conference. selfless, hard working guy who does not get caught running sideline to sideline too much. Kelly wants a once-cut uphill runner. He’s got that in Murray. So all in all the Eagles got a young talented linebacker for McCoy, signed the rushing champ from last year and added depth to running back with the Matthew’s signing. Nobody can argue with the fact that McCoy is a great running back but Kelly wanted to go in a different direction and only time will tell how it works out. The key to the deal working out is the health of Murray, which as mentioned before has been a problem in the past. Howard’s Point of View DeMarco Murray is officially a Philadelphia Eagle. Murray flew to Philadelphia on Thursday and eventually signed
a contract for five years worth $42 million dollars and $21 million guaranteed. With the departure of LeSean McCoy, it was only right that the Eagles replaced that production with another All-Pro running back. Many believe that the Eagles overpaid for Murrays services. 21 million dollars is a lot of money for any running back. With the Frank Gore backing out of a contract with the Eagles, the running back market continued to grow very thin. The top running backs left on the market, after Gore signed with the Colts, were Murray and Ryan Mathews, both of which the Eagles were targeting and eventually signed. Mathews was the Eagles first option. He was less expensive and has had two 1000-yard rushing seasons out of his five years in the NFL.
The downside was Mathews’ injury history, which has stopped him from emerging as one of the NFL’s upper echelon running backs. So in order to solidify a true replacement for McCoy, Murray was the best choice. Both sides showed interest and both sides came to an agreement. This was a great move by Chip Kelly. Murray is the downhill runner that Chip has been longing for. With Murray, the Eagles won’t be able to turn a busted play into positive yardage, as they’ve grown accustomed to with the fasttwitch of McCoy. However they are receiving a strong, punishing runner who, just one year after McCoy, was the league’s leading rusher. Kelly believes that with his system any running back can be successful. He may have a point. McCoy was constantly going against seven in the box last season. With an injured offensive line, McCoy still was able to rush for 1,319 yards in what many called a disappointing year for him. If rushing for the third most yards in the NFL is a disappointment, Kelly and the gang must be doing something right. So if the Eagles plug in Murray at that spot, there is no doubt that he will be a successful runner for this ball club. The Eagles could never replace LeSean McCoy and everything he has done for the organization. However, with a star-studded backfield of Murray, Mathews and Darren Sproles, it looks like those three backs can make up for the production that McCoy took with him to Buffalo. Kelly continues to make moves and it would not be surprising if he has something else up his sleeve. Tweet us to tell us whose view point you agree with.
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Head coach Chip Kelly speaking with new running back DeMarco Murray.
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Jackie Neary: living up to Neary family name BY RENEE OLIVER Asst. Sports Editor
Majority of student-athletes that come to Cabrini do not know that this is where they will be continuing there collegiate athletic careers until they are upperclassman in high school. This was not the case for freshman field hockey and lacrosse player Jackie Neary. “I always knew I was coming here. I didn’t want to go to anywhere else but Cabrini,” Neary said. Neary became a fan and player of field hockey and lacrosse because the sports surrounded her.
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Freshman, midfielder Jackie Neary has three goals, one assist, seven shots and four points on the lacrosse season. “I started playing lacrosse in sixth grade just because I was always around the sport. I grew up with it,” Neary said. A Swedesboro, New Jersey native, Neary attended high
school at Kingsway Regional. While at Kingsway, Neary played both sports and was a part of helping the programs progress as the years went on. “We were just an average team but we got better my junior and senior year. We had a good senior class my year,” Neary said. Now that she is finally living out her dream of being a studentathlete at Cabrini, she has enjoyed every moment during her first year as a cav thus far. “I love playing both sports and the school is awesome,” Neary said. “I’ve made most of my friends though the sports.” Neary knew from a young age that she would be a cavalier. She was always on campus and around the teams with her mother and athletics hall of fame inductee Jackie Neary. “I grew up around the team and I knew her coaching style and liked it,” Neary said. Jackie Neary is in her 19th season as head coach of both the field hockey and lacrosse teams. Neary has led the blue and white to a total of 15 colonial state athletic conference championships in both sports, along with a plethora of other team and personal accolades. Coming in as a freshman it could be easy to fall under the pressure of playing for not only a hall of fame coach but also one that is your mom. Neary says it is not as big of a deal as it may appear to be. “It’s not as weird as it would seem I guess,” Neary said. “Once
we step onto the field it turns into as if I’m just any other player.” Head coach Neary commends her daughter and player for the student-athlete that she has developed in to. “The bottom line is if she wasn’t my daughter I still would have been recruiting her in high school,” Neary said. “I treat her just like all of my other players.” “She came from a quality high school program and I knew she could contribute to both of my teams. She is a hard working student-athlete who knows it’s a privilege to play college sports,” Neary said.
Jackie is not the only Neary who is currently playing for Cabrini athletics. Her secondoldest brother Sean Neary is a senior who has played soccer all of his four years. Neary is not shocked with how well of a first year his little sister is having. “She has always been a very good athlete so it was not surprising watching her have a very successful freshman year,” Neary said. Neary had some advice for his younger sibling as well. “Only advice I would have for her is to keep working hard
and enjoy these next few years because one day you wake up and it’s all over,” Neary said. Neary is now looking forward to this lacrosse season and seeing how much she and her teammates will continue to expand and get better. “I’m looking forward to seeing how our team will grow and do better in the bigger games and hopefully win the CSAC,” Neary said.
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Freshman Jackie Neary played in all 18 field hockey games this season and averaged 1.02 shots per game, 0.06 goals per game, 0.33 assists and 0.44 points per game.
Men’s golf looks to start season off on par BY JATARA ALLEN Staff Writer
Last year the Cavaliers had a solid year as a team. There are nine golfers who are returning from last season’s roster. Last season was a great season for the guys. Winning the CSAC was great especially for their three seniors who showed tremendous leadership and commitment. The team reached new heights, witnessing their coach win his first CSAC championship. Freshman Michael Rojas led the Blue and White with a round of 80 to finish in an eighth place tie on the par 72, 6,615 yard circuit. Also, freshman Dan Gentilucci finished in a 26th place tie. The freshmen were making their name known and were establishing leadership with their play on the course. The golf team continued their success with their impressive fall season when they defeated Division II Philadelphia University at the ACE Club. The cavaliers carded a team score of 314 to finish 13 strokes ahead of the Rams. Seniors Rob Bass and Pat Rooney led the Cavaliers with
matching rounds of 78 to finish in a tie for second. Junior Tommy Breslin posted a round for 90. The Cavaliers head coach, Brian Moose, is returning for yet another season. He’s been the coach for three seasons along with assistant coach Dr. Tony Verde. Senior Tommy Breslin was one of the team’s top finishers. “We played as team and each did our part to finish on top,” Breslin said. “The season showed me the potential this team has for the next couple of years,” Breslin said. With the talented young golfers, the team is capable of contending for more championships in the future. Last season men’s golf studentathlete Rob Bass was voted the Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All-Area Golf Performer of the Year and also is one of five student-athletes named to the Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All-Area Golf Team. This is the second consecutive year that Bass has been named to the Academic All-Area Golf Team. The senior also led the Blue and White to its fourth NCAA Tournament appearance
in program history. He recorded rounds of 74 and 75 to finish tied for 53rd (+5) after two rounds. The Cavaliers golf team is predicted to come in second place for the 2015 year, according to Colonial States Athletic Conference coaches. The Cavaliers have received 73 points, including four first place points and they were just two points behind Mary
wood. Immaculata earned the remaining 62 points. The Cavaliers won their fourth CSAC championship in 2014, topping Centenary College. Head coach Brian Moose also earned CSAC Coach of the Year accolades. Cabrini will return to action on March 18, when it travels to the Out Door Country Club in York, Pa. for the York College Invitational. Tee time is scheduled for 12 p.m.
The game that was scheduled for Wednesday March 18th, against York College as of now is cancelled and will soon be rescheduled.
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The men’s golf team is projected to finish this season in second place of the CSAC conference, according to the CSAC preseason poll.
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Women’s Lax downs Ursinus BY KATIE MUSKA Asst. Lifestyles Editor
The women’s lacrosse team put their second win of the season on the board against Ursinus College in their last game. On Sat., March 14th, the Lady Cavs battled away at Collegeville to gain their victory of 8-7, improving their overall record to 2-4. “The win was an awesome accomplishment for our team because it was a big out-ofconference win, and this is the first year in a really long time that we were able to beat them,” Allie Vallen, sophomore biology major, said. “Being beaten by them many times in the past, this win felt great because we were able to really show them how our Cabrini Women’s lacrosse team can play.” The game was a struggle from the first draw when Ursinus took control and led for the first 10 minutes by five goals. The streak was ended and control was taken when Cabrini senior Melissa Scanzano scored the team’s first goal. From there, other goals were scored by seniors Sarah Means, Lacie Doubet, Bree Thompson, sophomore Allie Vallen and freshman Jackie Neary. By the halfway mark, Cabrini had narrowed the gap by 3 goals, the score now 2-5. The start of the second half brought the ladies back with 14:43 left to
play; the Cavs had come back to tie it up with the Bears. With about 10 minutes left in play, Means scored for Cabrini’s first lead, shortly followed by the final goal from Thompson, who leads the team in scoring with now 15 goals. Sophomore Megan Barlow recorded five saves as goalkeeper to assist in the Cab’s win. The team lead the game in cause turnovers with 9, ground balls with 15 and shots on the net with 34. CABRINIATHLETICS.COM “Starting off being down by five goals early in the first half The women’s lacrosse team are motivated the team to come now 2-4 on the season. together and work hard,” Vallen said. “We tried not to get down on ourselves because we were of the ball and our 8 meter down, and instead used that as shots,” Neary said. fuel to make us work 10 times “Between now and our next harder so that we could come game,” Vallen said, “we will out on top.” continue to work on the basics Coach Jackie Neary with shooting and defense so expressed her enthusiasm for that when our next game comes the win as well. we don’t have to fight our way “The coaching staff and I back from a deficit, and instead reinforced to them that they we can dominate the entire could do this if they were willing game.” to work really hard, and their The ladies will be returning to hard work paid off,” Neary said. play a CSAC game at Gwynedd “The biggest challenge of this Mercy’s field on March 18th at 7 game came at the end when p.m. to play their first conference we were trying to take care of game of the season. the ball and not turn it over. We need the team to play smart and they did.” The women intend to continue to work hard in @KATIEAMUSKA preparation for their next game. “We will work on possession
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Magnani excels as student and star athlete BY ABBIE KEEFE Asst. News Editor
James Magnani has performed beyond expectations as a freshman on the Men’s Lacrosse team. Magnani, the 6’0 freshman business administration major who plays attack on the field, is excited to be doing what he loves and has the history to prove it. “I have been playing lacrosse since I was in the 2nd grade,” Magnani said. “And lacrosse has always been my one and only favorite sport.” In a match against Haverford College which opened the 2015 lacrosse season, Magnani played against the Fords. The Cavs defeated the Fords with a 16-5 victory where Magnani obtained seven points on five goals and two assists for his collegiate debut. “He is a great player with some of the best stick handling I have ever seen,” said fellow teammate
Jake Donohoe, senior exercise science and health promotion major who plays attack on the field. “He can finish inside with the best of players [and] James is a hard working player with a bright future here at Cabrini.” Although #35 is impressing many with his talents as a freshman, he’s also got his head in the game, academically. When choosing a major for college after attended St. Mark’s High School in Wilmington, Del., he knew right off the bat what he would pursue. “Since High School, I have been interested in Business and how Businesses works and become successful,” Magnani said. “So I wanted to declare that major right away.” CONTINUE READING ONLINE
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Freshman attack James Magnani has five goals, two assists for seven points on the season..
Men’s Lax downed by No. 2 RIT at Syracuse University BY BOBBY SHARP Staff Writer
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Senior Tyler Johnston had three points and 12 shots against RIT at the Carrier Dome.
In a close knit affair the Cabrini men’s lacrosse team headed to the Carrier Dome, in Syracuse to take on No. 2 Rochester Institute of Technology. The No. 5 ranked Cavaliers lost in the final minute of time to fall to 3-2 overall on the season, after a game where the team was only down on goals for less than three seconds. This game saw goals scored by seniors Damien Sobieski, Tyler Johnston, Mike Leyden, sophomores Evan Downey and Ryan Hannan. Downey recorded a career day as he tallied five points on two goals and three assists. The cavaliers opened up strong in the first period, with the period ending 3-1, as well as Johnston, Sobieski and Leyden netted their first goals. While the blue and white tallied four more goals in the second period , RIT came out with some vigor, also scoring four goals in the period to cut the half time lead to 7-5. Things looked good going in the second half as the Cavaliers hit back with a plethora of goals. Sobieski and Downey both combined for three unassisted goals taking the score to 10-5 in the opening minutes of the second half. Celebrations were ceased when RIT hit back with three unanswered goals cutting the deficit to only three before the final period.
RIT scored a man-up goal to start the final period, while Johnston scored his final goal of the day making the score 11-9 with just minutes left in the game. It looked as though the blue and white were taking this home before,RIT showed the worth of their ranking scoring a flurry of three unanswered goals with less then 2 minutes left on the clock. “The game was intense and close from start to finish,” Steve Halko sophomore chemistry major said. “The guys played well out there but we ended up losing the game in the final minutes. We will have to prepare well in the next couple days for Salisbury.” The Cavaliers fought but came up short losing the battle 12-11. With No.12 Salisbury University, Stevenson University and Nazaerth Collegr on the horizon the Cavaliers need to get back to there winning ways as they regroup for the rest of the season.
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