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February 24, 2010

SCENE 7 things to do over Spring Break, page 11

The ‘BEAT YALE’ campaign, page 6

SPB’S SPRING CONCERT

THE FRAY TO PLAY

Left, Fray guitarist and vocalist Joe King sings during a recent concert. Right, the platinum-selling band poses for a band picture.

By Joe Pelletier Senior Managing Editor Platinum-selling rock band The Fray will grace the TD Bank Sports Center on Sunday, April 18 for the Student Programming Board’s (SPB) annual Spring Concert.

The Fray, best known for hits “Over My Head (Cable Car)” and “How to Save a Life” was the second-most popular rock band in SPB’s concert survey earlier this year. Rock band O.A.R, who is not currently touring, was the top choice.

“It was clear from the survey

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that students wanted a rock show,” SPB’s Mainstage Chair Megan Doyle said. “And, for the most part, they wanted The Fray.”

Forty percent of the 2,529 students surveyed chose The Fray as a top choice for a rock band.

Akon and Drake were the popular rap choices, but the largest chunk of students (44 percent) called for a rock show. Only 28 percent wanted rap.

“It’s what the students asked for,” SPB adviser John Stinchon, assistant director of the student center and student leadership development, said.

“It may not be the first choice, but we got a talent that the students wanted.”

The Fray, a four-person piano-rock band, released their second, self-titled album in February 2009, highlighted by the single “You Found Me.” “Every student’s heard at least

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one of their songs,” Doyle, who coordinated the contract, said. “It’s really significant that we signed them to play here. They’re a very rightnow band, and they have a huge upside.”

Tickets will go on sale March

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out Third Eye Blind concert on Oct. 10, 2009, the first sold-out concert in recent memory, Doyle said. She was “confident” that this Spring Concert will also sell out.

“If we sell out 2,700 seats, I will be the happiest person ever,” she said. “We broke a barrier selling out Third Eye Blind, and I think we can do it again.”

The Fray played on Sept.

23 at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Conn. According to Carli-Rae Panny, editor-inchief of the student newspaper The Spectrum, the rock band Megan Doyle, was better than expected.

SPB’s Mainstage Chair “I was already a fan of their music but I honestly didn’t expect the show to be as great 22 in the Student Center. Floor seat- as it was,” Panny said. “I actually ing for undergraduates will be $25, liked some of their songs better live and arena seating will be $20. Tick- because they performed them with ets will also sold on April 2 at the a harder rock sound--as opposed to North Haven campus. their softer-sounding recorded verThe Fray come after a sold- sions.”

“It was clear the students wanted a rock show. And, for the most part, they wanted The Fray.”

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SPB originally planned to have the concert on a Friday or Saturday night, but scheduling issues forced the concert to Sunday.

Because of the Sunday date, SPB plans to open the doors at 6 p.m. and begin the concert at 7 p.m.

One of the openers will be indie rock band We Shot the Moon, according to Stinchon. The other, which will be touring with The Fray, has not been named.

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NEWS The Chronicle

February 24, 2010

CALL IT EXPERIENCE Ed Alwood almost died in Eastern Europe. Now he’s headed back to teach there.

By Joe Pelletier Senior Managing Editor There’s a distinct sense of determination in the office of Associate Professor of Journalism Ed Alwood.

It might be the dozens of press passes hanging from the cabinets. It might be the framed Washington Post cover with his byline on the page. Or it might just be the fact that he continues to enjoy the sounds of Czech radio on his computer.

Alwood was nearly killed in the Czech Republic in 2002.

After extracting names of former secret policemen in Eastern Europe, he was pushed into a construction pit, broke his back, and contracted MRSA, then pneumonia. But when you’re a grizzled journalist like Alwood, you need to have a short-term memory.

“To be an investigative reporter, you can’t be scared by things like that,” Alwood said.

So there are no bad memories when the Czech disc jockey talks up the next song.

In fact: “They just play really good music,” Alwood said with a smile.

Alwood’s experience in investigative journalism was recently realized on an international level, as he received a Fulbright Scholar grant to teach and do research in Bulgaria.

Alwood is the first professor from Quinnipiac’s School of Communications to receive the honor, and will be one of 1,100 American Fulbright scholars sent overseas.

“We’re thrilled with it,” Michelle Moore, interim dean of the School of Communications, said in a phone interview. “It’s an honor and recognition of Professor Alwood’s teaching accomplishments, scholar research, professional experience and commitment to excellence.”

Alwood will spend the 20102011 academic year at the American University in Bulgaria (AUBG), where he will teach a history of investigative journalism course similar to the senior seminar he currently teaches at Quinnipiac. But he will also be doing research on investigative journalism in Bulgaria, where six journalists have been killed in the past few years.

According to Alwood, the practice of journalism is the same in America and Bulgaria. The reactions to journalism, however, are

radically different.

“The idea of watchdog journalism is just a whole new idea over there,” Alwood said. “Asking an elected official challenging questions is not even in their radar. They know about it, but it takes another type of consciousness to do it.”

But the times are beginning to change, Alwood noted. He remembered getting caught in a Prague protest not long ago, and soon realized it was a freedom of the press demonstration. Additionally, the Czech Republic adopted a freedom of information act. But casualties

camera. He then rigged a concealed switch that allowed him to record, shooting video of a juvenile detention facility for at-risk youths. “‘60 Minutes’ tried to do the same report,” Alwood said with a laugh. “But they couldn’t get in.”

The experience of Alwood is something Moore, currently the interim dean in the School of Communications, said reflects a faculty trend in using real-world experience to prepare students for life after college.

“That’s how we provide our students with the best exposure to what’s going on in the profession,” she said. “They help students really understand theories, but also the true skills and insight they are going to need to apply.”

And according to Alwood’s students, that has meant only good things.

“He knows what he’s talking about,” broadcast jourEd Alwood on his near-death nalism junior Robin Schuppert, experience in the Czech Republic a sports writer for The Chronicle, said. “He’s been there, done that. He can back up anything do exist, as evidenced by the six he teaches with real-life examples.” deaths, and closer to home with AlSchuppert, who has never wood’s Czech troubles in 2002. taken a class with Alwood, still gets But Alwood’s fear-not mental- critiques and advice from his adviity, one that has driven him since his sor on a weekly basis. investigative reporting days in the “Having Professor Alwood as 1970s, will send him back to East- an advisor and professor has been a ern Europe with little worry. blessing,” broadcast journalism se“Of all the writers I’ve worked nior John Merry said in an e-mail. with, I was the one most likely to “He is certainly one of the most carry a concealed camera,” Alwood qualified and accomplished professaid. sors here at Quinnipiac. While we And he isn’t joking. differ in age, I communicate with In a 1976 investigative report, him as a friend, and owe a lot of Alwood and his cameraman fash- my accomplishments at Quinnipiac ioned a suitcase to house a secret to him.”

“To be an investigative reporter, you can’t be scared by things like that.”

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Associate Professor of Journalism Ed Alwood, who was recently awarded a Fulbright Scholar grant to teach and do research in Bulgaria, speaks to a student on Monday afternoon. Alwood, familiar with Eastern Europe, will study investigative journalism in Bulgaria and Eastern Europe.

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SGA Briefs

By Glenn Taylor Staff Writer The Student Government Association convened on Feb. 17.

Executive Board: - The Presidents and Vice Presidents Committee met last Thursday on the North Haven Campus for its first “Meet and Greet” as a way to reach out to health science students.

- The Student Leader Advisory Committee will be meeting with President John Lahey on March 1.

Admitted Students Day will be held March 27-28.

- The Freshman Class Cabinet and Student Awareness Committee are working together to get a camera implemented on the Quad.

Programming: - The Programming Committee will hold a post-game barbecue after the men’s lacrosse game against Bellarmine on April 24. Lacrosse shirts will be sold starting March 27 for the men’s lacrosse game against Ohio State. The benefits will go to the Multiple Sclerosis Society.

- The committee is in the process of contacting other schools in Connecticut to plan next year’s Connecticut Conference.

Public Relations: - Unveiling of “The Book of the Legend,” a book which will be signed by all incoming freshmen during orientation, effective summer 2010. The book will be displayed in the library.

Class Cabinets: 2010: Coffee for Commencing Commuters will be held on March 18 (rain date March 19). The commencement speaker for the Class of 2010 will also be announced.

2011: Class cabinet members went dormstorming last week to collect various students concerns involving next year’s commencement speaker and the type of class event to be held.

2012: Discussed plans of holding a social specifically for those without roommates for next year.

2013: Discussed class event, which could be a possible “freshman field day.”

Finance/February Special Appeals: - Before the appeals process, SGA had $4,500 available to allocate to student organizations appealing for funds.

- Alpha Phi Omega received $389.

- Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. received $500.

- QU Future Teachers Organization received $69.

- SGA has $3,542 left over, which will be carried over into March Special Appeals.

February 24, 2010

SGA fills two empty spots

Hurst, Sherman elected to representative positions

By Glenn Taylor Staff Writer

The Quinnipiac Student Government Association held a Special Election on Wednesday, Feb. 17, to fill two of its vacant representative spots. Nicole Hurst was elected Freshman Class Representative and Ashley-Rose Sherman was elected Junior Class Representative. Both Hurst and Sherman ran unopposed.

Each member had a threeminute opening statement, a fiveminute question-and-answer session, and a two-minute conclusion

to state their case for why they qualified for the position. When one candidate presented, the other had to step out of the room.

Hurst, a marketing major, believed that her election would be a mutual benefit to all parties.

“I feel that I’d be a positive contribution to the Student Government Association because I am very goal-oriented and determined, and also passionate in all that I do,” Hurst said. “Being a business major, I feel that this will really help me to enhance my teamwork skills and also my leadership skills. I’m not afraid to speak to students and hear

out their concerns and opinions.”

Sherman, a psychology major, said in her statement how she had been looking to get more out of the college experience.

“This week, I’ve been living a dream of a freshman theme, because when I came to Quinnipiac, I’ve always wanted to be on SGA,” Sherman said. “This year I’ve found the time and opportunity to finally be a part of it. The support I have been receiving from a variety of different members has made me more excited and more confident to begin my possible goal as an SGA member.”

The voting process was entirely confidential, as only the SGA members casting their ballots were permitted in the room. SGA president Louis Venturelli conducted the election.

After the voting period was over, Hurst and Sherman were officially sworn in as representatives.

Both of them are part of the Public Relations Committee.

There is still one Junior Class Representative position that is presently vacant. The date of the next Special Election for this position has yet to be determined.

be difficult. Recently, the former TV lounge was converted into the Greek suite.

These challenges of commuting motivated sophomore Jillian Moruzzi to start the QU Commuter Club, a club open to both commut-

ers and resident students.

Moruzzi decided to start the Commuter Club at the beginning of the school year. In particular, the lack of a lounge was strong motivation for her to start the club.

“I talked to other commuters about the difficulty of being a part of the community and making friends,” Moruzzi said. “I want to give commuters a voice and feel a part of QU by doing events, community service, and educating residents about the Hamden area. Our main goal: to get a lounge.”

The club’s first meeting, held last Friday, involved icebreakers and discussion about potential activities. These included a trip to the mall, bowling and attending hockey games. Parking and a lounge were the most important topics of dis-

cussion.

The club is also planning to petition for recognition from the Student Government Association, and it recently participated in the spring Involvement Fair.

Senior Emily Lloyd decided to become a member because she found that meeting new people is much harder for those who don't live on campus.

“Commuting can make finding friends difficult, and we do not even have a lounge in which to mingle,” she said.

Senior Brian Fix also sees the new club as a positive.

“The QU Commuter Club is a great opportunity to meet commuters on campus,” he said. “It also has the ability to make us feel more of a part of Quinnipiac.”

Commuters unite with new organization

By Andrew Timothy Staff Writer

For commuter students, being a part of the Quinnipiac community poses its challenges. Parking is scarce and finding friends can

Best Buddies call for an end to ‘R-word’

By Amy Maciejowski Staff Writer Students will be making an effort to put an end to the use of the word “retard” through the Best Buddies organization on campus and Special Olympics event. The hope to eliminate this word from people’s vocabulary is the basis of the “Spread the Word to End the Word” event next week.

“Spread the Word to End the Word” is a national event that makes an effort to change the way society views people. In its effort to replace the “r-word” with “intellectually disabled,” the organization strives for 100,000 pledges by their national awareness day, March 3.

With 300 members in the Facebook group, many hope that Quinnipiac University will be able to lend a hand in this ongoing battle.

“When someone says, ‘You look like a retard’ or, ‘That’s so retarded,’ it uses a person with an intellectual disability as a comparison for being foolish looking, something undesirable, or unfavorable,” said Lindsey Raffol, college buddy director of QU Best Buddies. “Although this might be unintentional, there is still an unbelievable amount of power in their language that does so much harm to those who have intellectual disabilities, and to those who support and love those individuals.”

From March 1-3, members from the “Spread the Word” will be in the Student Center hoping to get pledges from students, faculty and staff to extinguish the use of the “r-word.”

“Diversity has a role in this campus event,” said Sarah Durocher, a sophomore Best Buddies member. “In order for our school to be an accepting place for all, we need to be aware of things that are hurtful towards others, such as the use of the ‘r-word.’”

This event is spearheaded by students and it is intended to involve multiple school organizations.

“Sadly, I feel that this event is widely misunderstood or unknown by the Quinnipiac community,” said sophomore Best Buddies member Kathleen Ellen. “Awareness about this event and the use of this word in general is embarrassingly low, not just at Quinnipiac but everywhere.

It is so important that we are able to bring this event to school and get the word out there so that we can help to raise the awareness.”

“It’s important in eliminating negative terminology directed towards people with intellectual disabilities, so that they will be included in society,” said Melissa Trinks, co-director of Community Action Project (CAP) and a participant in last year’s event. “This effort should not only be implemented on campus, but should grow in size with each passing day. Last year our goal was 500 pledges, and this year with the heightened awareness, the goal is to far exceed that number.

“This year I hope ‘Spread the Word’ to End the Word will be larger and even more successful than last year.”

For more information about this event, join the group on Facebook or visit its Web site, www.rword.org.

Check out the Commuter Club’s next meeting at 1 p.m. on Friday in SC227.

Life is calling.

How far will you go?

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NEWS The Chronicle

February 24, 2010

‘Live for Liv’ benefit pools QU talents nior Meg Vandervort started the evening by playing the viola, accompanying a slideshow of domestic violence statistics and pictures The Quinnipiac community came out in of Marchand. The Labor Daze, an indie pop an impressive display of support last Saturday rock band comprised of four males from for the “Live for Liv” Olivia Marchand Ben- New Jersey, then played a 40-minute set. Junior John Greenlaw played acoustic guitar and efit Concert held in Buckman Theater.

Marchand was a 17-year-old senior at covered popular songs “Sexy, Can I” by Ray J Westford Academy in Westford, Mass., when and“Collide” by Howie Day. “I love playing whenever I can,” Greenshe was murdered in a domestic violence incident on Feb. 1. She was planning to attend law said. “Since it was for a cause like this, it was just icing on the cake for me. I’m rethe University of Vermont in the fall.

Juniors Sarah Moler and Colleen Kelly, ally proud of the campus for coming out like who co-organized the event, both graduated this.”

Sophomore Brad DePrima then took from Westford Academy. Both Moler and Kelly knew Marchand from the cheerleading the stage for a short comedic set. Junior Adam Hebert covered Frank Sinatra songs to team.

“It was a terrible tragedy that rocked the sound of the audience snapping. Members of Sigma Phi Epsilon lip-synced and danced to a medley of four formerly-pop“We always hear about ular *NSYNC songs.

Sophomore Carly Kaplan sang tragedies and nobody songs to an acoustic guitar. QU Step also does anything. We wanted performed and junior Kay Place played to do something.” guitar and sang.

“We felt like [music] was the right --Sarah Moler, way to get people together and in the right Co-Organizer spirit,” Moler said.

There was a $5 admission fee and our community,” Moler said. “We always hear donations were accepted to set up a scholabout tragedies and nobody does anything. arship at Westford Academy in Marchand’s We wanted to do something.” honor. They currently have raised $790 and The two-and-a-half-hour concert was their ultimate goal is to raise $1,000 before organized to promote domestic violence sending the money back home. awareness and served as a reminder for every“I thought it was a great turnout,” Kelly one to appreciate their friends while they are said. “Everything went smoothly. We were so here. The Facebook group for the event had happy that people supported our cause. We than 400 people in support of their cause. can’t thank everyone enough for their help The concert consisted of 10 acts. Se- and support.”

By Meghan Parmentier Co-News Editor

Above, junior John Greenlaw perform during last week’s “Live for Liv” benefit concert in Buckman Theater. Below, Sigma Phi Epsilon brothers. Olivia Marchand, a 17-year-old from Westford, Mass., was murdered earlier this month. Amanda Shulman / Chronicle

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Opinion The Chronicle

February 24, 2010

The ‘BEAT YALE’ campaign Bring a copy of The Chronicle to Saturday’s QU-YALE game and show your colors As you may have heard, Quinnipiac men’s ice hockey is playing archrival Yale this Saturday at the TD Bank Sports Center at 7:30 p.m. While the men’s team has had its share of ups and downs this season, the Yale home game is always the loudest and most attended game of the season - as shown by how quickly the ticket supply was exhausted.

The Chronicle wants to help the students show their spirit Saturday night. We have printed “BEAT YALE” on our back page and we kindly ask that you bring a copy of The Chronicle up to the arena this Saturday to help create an intimidating atmosphere in the four sections the Crazy Bobcats occupy. We will also have extra copies near the Student Sec- Send your letters, comments, opinions, tion in case you forget. cartoons, and spare change to: So, be loud, be proud, wear yellow, bring this issue with you, and, most importantly, Go Bobcats!

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SGA Update

President Lahey to appear at March 3 meeting

Hey Bobcats!

Without any doubt, the Student Government Association has had an exciting week! We are continuously finding success in the following areas: The Big Event registration, SGA Meet and Greets, our first ever Treasurer’s Round Table, our “Love Conquers Hate” program, and we have recently elected two new members on to the general board!

The Big Event registration is going off without a hitch, with more than 300 students signing up to participate by the third day. We encourage you to sign up for the Big Event, which will give you the opportunity to give back to the Hamden, North Haven and New Haven communities. You will be able to participate with your friends, hall mates, team members, fraternity brothers and sorority sisters, organizational friends, and other fellow Bobcats in a day that you will never forget! On Saturday, April 10, your team will travel to the assigned site to participate in community service – painting outdated walls, playing with kids, assisting the elderly, organizing pantries and much more! Looking to get involved? Email BigEvent@quinnipiac.edu or visit the Big Event table in the Student Center.

On Thursday, Feb. 18, the Presidents and Vice Presidents committee of the Student Government Association hosted its first Meet and Greet of the semester on the North Haven campus. The presidents and vice presidents of the class cabinets had the privilege to meet more than 100 students, while handing out coffee and doughnuts as complimentary breakfast treats! Our Meet and Greet on the North Haven campus gave us the opportunity to interact with students on advancing student life at Quinnipiac – especially for those who study at the North Haven campus. SGA will be hosting two more Meet and Greets throughout the semester. Look out for them and come voice your thoughts! We want to make your Quinnipiac experience the best it can be!

The Finance Committee of the Student Government Association has hosted its first ever Treasurer’s Round Table, which gave student organizational treasurers the opportunity to learn more about the finance and budgetary process. There were over forty campus treasurers present – and we look forward to meeting more in the future!

Our “Love Conquers Hate” program was held on Tuesday, Feb. 23, and was hosted by more than 10 student organizations. This program, organized by Sophomore Class Rep. Kaite Lovett and the Programming Committee, highlighted the positive attributes Quinnipiac organizations bring to the Quinnipiac community in terms of diversity and communal respect. We are thankful to those who were in attendance, and to those organizations that had a hand in the success of the program.

Lastly, the Student Government Association welcomes its newest members, Junior Class Rep. Ashley Rose Sherman and Freshman Class Rep. Nicole Hurst. We look forward to their participation in advancing the quality of student life here in the Quinnipiac community.

If you have any comments or concerns that you would like to voice to YOUR Student Government Association, we encourage you to contact us at quconcerns@quinnipiac.edu.

Live the Legend, Lou Venturelli President, Student Government Association

How to get into Spring Break shape

By Julia Bucchianeri Opinion Editor Spring break is only two weeks away and we all know what that means…crash dieting. Oh yes, the Recreation Center is buzzing with students antsy for the week of sun, sand and alcohol. I hate to break it to you though: the two-week diet does not work, especially if you’re still drinking at the level most Quinnipiac students do on the weekend.

Simply doing a few extra work-outs on an elliptical or running a mile or two around the track is not going to give you the results you want for the bathing suit you’re supposed to put on in about 10 days. Don’t get me wrong, I’m sure it will help a little here and there but changing your eating habits and more importantly, drinking habits, before leaving for your trip will make more of an impact. Going along with the drinking habits, the late night eating habits should probably stop as well, for your own good.

Maybe my observations of the gym are wrong and people are actually sticking to their New Year’s resolutions and trying to drop a few extra pounds this year, but I tend to doubt that because by February most of those people have

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stopped coming. Then, because it is now more than halfway through the month and people have noticed how close March 7 really is, the attendance has shot back up.

The thing is though; if you’re going to use the gym, please use it correctly. Don’t walk around the track with five of your closest friends side-by-side with one another. This kind of slows down the actual work-outs other people are trying to do. Then, although it is really annoying that we have to sign up for machines, please make sure you do sign up and know what time and which machine it is. No one enjoys the awkward encounters when another student is creeping on your machine trying to decide when to bite the bullet and kick you off. And when it comes to the ab corner with all of the mats on the ground, please be courteous enough to wipe them down, no one wants to lay down on the mat you just sweat all over.

Try not to stress too much over the bikini bod you’re going after in a very short amount of time.

Just start to look forward to the week of fun you’re going to have with your friends and the memories that I’m sure will stand out more in your mind than the bathing suit you might not want to put on just yet.

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February 24, 2010

Sorry, Tiger, but you deserve it tions that he committed were not by accident. They were intentional, and in my mind and most definitely in At 11 a.m. on Friday, faithful the minds of others, they were unfans and followers of Tiger Woods forgivable. tuned in to watch his news conferUnderstanding his prestience, wich lasted roughly 15 min- gious and prominent role in the utes. Throughout this time, he ad- golf world, I can see why his loyal mitted and apologized for the now fans would accept this apology. infamous scandal, saying, “I had Unbiased non-golfers, however, affairs” and “I cheated.” He also see his situation differently. This is reviewed what has happened in his not an addiction or terrible family life, starting with his Thanksgiving tragedy. This is something he chose Day car crash. to do, and committed on his own: In this short and direct state- adultery. And no matter how many times he says that he's sorry, any self-respecting person knows that Being on Woods’ something like that is side because of his irreparable. great golf game is Being on Woods' completely ignorant. His side because of his achievements on the golf great golf game is course and his world completely ignorant. fame do not exempt him His achievements on from any of his recent the golf course and his actions. world fame do not exempt him from any of ment, Woods named specific people his recent actions. It certainly canhe wanted to apologize to, including not hide or compensate for what he his wife, other important people in has done. Blindly siding with Tiger the room and his fans. With an ap- makes you just as ignorant as him, parent tear in his eye, he took the and regardless of his public stateblame for all of what has occurred ment Friday morning, apologizing in these last few months. doesn’t always make everything betHoping to get those endorse- ter, especially something as signifiments back? Probably. Desperately cant as this. trying to mend his ruined reputaUnfortunately, Woods is just tion? Most definitely. one of many athletes in recent years I guess the only remaining to have such a scandal revealed. question is: Does a news confer- Even more unfortunate is the fact ence make everything OK and does that these athletic figures are role a public apology erase the past? I models to the youth of today. One don’t think so. The conspicuous ac- thing I do give Woods credit for is

By Christine Burroni Staff Writer

mentioning that he is fully aware of the fact that he is indeed a role model and has not only set a poor example, but he has completely let his followers down.

In this news conference, he admitted that apologetic words will not repair things with his wife. Only

his future behavior and actions (like maybe staying faithful?) will repair their relationship. At the same time, this is the only thing that will repair his once prestigious, good-guy reputation.

I commend Woods for publicly taking responsibility for his

actions. However, he is a long way away from things ever returning to normalcy. He will be forever associated with his adulterous actions and he has essentially damaged his reputation forever.

Sorry Tiger.

You deserve it.

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The skinny on QU girls

There are plenty of stereotypes for Quinnipiac By Lindsay Roberts Staff Writer girls. We all own a BlackBerry, the standard brown UGG boots and a North Face. Our lives would be incomplete without Toad's. Describe us as bitchy, slutty or cliquey, and I could come up with plenty of arguments to shoot you down. However, I have found one descriptive word that fits a large proportion of Quinnipiac girls: skinny.

Take a walk around campus and try to tell me you do not see at least 10 girls who are skinny, I mean tiny, people. Now I am not saying this is necessarily a bad thing. Being overweight is a major problem in America and it is a positive sign that Quinnipiac does not reflect the statistics. However, when I see girls walking around with sticks for legs, I cannot help but wonder what came first. If only I could ask: Were you this skinny before you came to the Q? It is not fair for me to question others without admitting myself that I weigh less now that I am here.

Granted, a few pounds are hardly a drastic change, but it still seems surprising after being warned of “The Freshman 15.” And that is the question I am trying to pose. Is Quinnipiac unique from other colleges? Is there a subliminal message we as girls pass on about body image?

Again, I'm not trying to say we should all go out and eat a cheeseburger. But if there is in fact pressure to be thin at this school, how many students are going about it the healthy way? I know there are numerous students who choose to exercise and eat right. I have found that it is easier in college to choose what to eat and find time to work out. However, it is also easier in college to hide an eating disorder or do a dangerous

crash diet.

Everyone follows his or her own schedules in college, so a friend or roommate could lie and say, “Oh, no thanks, I ate already.” If you suspect someone you know has an eating disorder and you do not know how to approach them, there are steps the National Eating Disorders Association suggests. It is important to explain why you are concerned, recalling specific memories and how they tie into you worrying. If the statement causes a defensive blowup, do not fight back. Simply state again why you feel the way you do and that you are simply looking out for them. Do not blame the person or make them feel guilty; trying to leave out the accusing word “you.” The most important thing to remember is to be there to talk with your friend, because there is not a simple solution to the way they feel. Saying something like, “Just eat!” is not going to help.

If you are on the opposite end and feel you want to lose a few pounds before spring break, be patient by eating healthy and exercising. Diet pills can have many adverse side effects, including pounding headaches, abdominal pain, severe stomach problems, depression and heart complications. Pooping your pants is a common side effect of the over-the-counter pill Alli. But I digress. My point is that it may take longer to get your desired weight by doing it the right way, but it is the best way to maintain a healthy weight. Like anything in life, how much time you put in will affect what you get out of any situation.

Most importantly, do not let another girl’s figures make you feel inferior. If there is one truth our reputation does hold, Quinnipiac girls are hot, regardless of their number on the scale.

American cars still have advantages

By Phillip Nobile Staff Writer

Over the course of 2009, the American automotive industry faced what was quite possibly its worst year since the creation of Ford. By the summer of this past year, Chrysler and General Motors, better known for Dodge, Jeep, Chevrolet and Cadillac vehicles, collectively filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Throughout the rest of the year, Pontiac and Saturn would be no more, and both Saab and Hummer would be sold to other foreign companies.

Despite all of these factors that have left American motors seemingly dead, I believe that for the first time in a few decades,

the best option might be buying American.

Due to the oil crisis at the end of the last decade, the mindset of the automotive consumer changed rapidly and almost immediately. What was once an industry dominated by the thirst for power and appearance has become a battle for the most fuel-efficient and durable car. Hybrid models have seen a heavy increase in popularity, and makes like the Prius have been not only the choice of the common man, but also renowned celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio. For once the average American citizen could drive the car of their favorite actor and save the planet at the same time.

American cars seemed

doomed from the get-go. Traditionally focusing on power and aesthetic value, American companies had to shift their focus into their opponent’s territory, attempting to beat foreign autos at their own game. But for the first time in a while, American cars have taken the lead of the pack. The following is a list of why the next time you go car shopping, you may want to consider some home-grown transportation: ONE-UP. In response to Toyota and Honda controlling the markets for fuel-efficient cars, American companies have oneupped every model the foreign companies have put out. This past year’s Motor Trend Car of the Year belonged to the Ford Fusion, beating out the Toyota Camry and

Honda Civic. While the Prius still leads as the most fuel-efficient vehicle, coming at the end of 2010 is the Chevy Volt, which is considered an electric-hybrid, running on both electricity and gasoline. What’s even more shocking is that it is estimated

by General Motors to get up to 230 miles per gallon in the city. American car companies have also created numerous hybrid models for SUVs and trucks, such as the Cadillac Escalade hybrid. We have truly become a hybrid nation.

MORE BANG FOR YOUR BUCK. Along with providing the most fuel-efficient cars on the market, American motors still deliver the most power for the least cost, and do it with more excitement than ever. The Corvette ZR1 puts

out more than 620 horse power for about $100,000; a third of the price of more exotic autos like Lamborghinis and Ferraris.

WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS… Over the past few months, the Japanese automotive industry has had numerous pitfalls. Toyota has recalled more than 5 million vehicles due to accelerator problems, and has also ceased to produce at least eight of its popular models. Honda has also had its fair share of recalls, taking back more than 1 million cars due to airbag issues and overheating of interior parts. For two companies that have prided themselves on product quality over the past years, it seems the tide has begun to turn.

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February 24, 2010

‘Vagina Monologues’ shows raise $600 WAVE-sponsored event donates to anti-sexual assault organizations

By Nicole Fano Staff Writer Fourteen female students participated in a production of “The Vagina Monologues” on Feb. 19 and Feb. 21. The production was sponsored by Women Activists Vocalizing Equality (WAVE), whose purpose is to advocate feminist ide-

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als, and promote social, political, and economic equality for women.

Written by Eve Ensler, “The Vagina Monologues” is an awardwinning play that has been performed in more than 120 countries.

The production featured 17 different monologue performances that dealt with issues such as rape, homosexuality, orgasms, sex, and of course, vaginas.

“What is so wonderful about this play is that it interweaves serious, pressing issues with comedic

reliefs that allow the audience’s experience to be both enjoyable and informative,” WAVE president Bianca Ursillo said.

Cast members included: Bret Bucci, Stacy Franzman, Christina Giani, Lara Hajjar, Molly Heintzelman, Megan Igoe, Meghan Roche, Christina Ruperto, Jessica Sares, Kate Seabury, Nelly Shteynberg, Danielle Slupicki, Isabella Trichilo and Ursillo.

The production was performed in lieu of “V-Day,” a global

movement to end violence toward women. In addition to writing “The Vagina Monologues,” Ensler is also the founder and artistic director of “V-Day.” The movement celebrated its 10th anniversary in April 2008.

All proceeds from ticket and food sales will be donated to the Women and Girls of Democratic Republic of Congo and Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN). RAINN is one of the largest anti-sexual assault organizations in the nation. The two perfor-

mances raised $600.

“We hope that with each WAVE event, our peers become more self-aware of prevailing issues that tend to victimize women and use what they learn to pass on their knowledge and educate others,” Ursillo said. “WAVE recognizes that with any form of hate or discrimination, the only way to ‘cure’ a social disease is through education and empowerment—which is exactly what ‘The Vagina Monologues’ sets out to do.”

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Associate Arts & Entertainment Editor Daniella Appolonia reports from her Study Abroad tour in Italy this semester

arades, food, masks and costumes proved to be extravagant at recent traditional celebrations in Venice, Italy.

Thousands of native Italians and tourists immersed themselves in the culture of the annual “Carnevale di Venezia.” The theme of the carnival was sensation—to experience the city and the culture through sight, sound, taste, touch and smell.

The festivities began on Feb. 6 and continued until Feb. 16. People were packed like sardines in the streets and on the bridges connecting this historic and beautiful city built on water. Glittered masks, ball gowns, and plenty of confetti could be seen from miles away.

While exciting for the many tourists who attended the festival, this 10-day long party is nothing new for the locals. Despite its history dating back to the 13th century as an event falling near the time of Lent, Carnevale di Venezia proved to be more a celebration for the tourists who frequent its packed piazzas, rather than the locals.

Nevertheless, people of all ages engage in the excitement of the events, enjoying the breathtaking views of the architecture, the surrounding waters, and the beauty of the

city itself.

People walked down the streets in costumes playing instruments, walking on stilts, and entertaining the crowds. Markets and tents filled the streets, with vendors selling all things imaginable, from pastries and glass-blown figurines to gelato and of course, plenty of masquerade masks. Children dressed in what appeared to be Halloween costumes, while many adults took their outfits incredibly seriously, dressing in proper clothing from the Romantic period. Many happily posed for minutes at a time while tourists flocked to their side to take photos and make small talk.

Students visiting displayed their creativity, dressed as the characters from “Avatar” or “Lego” figurines. The city had a friendly air surrounding it, as friends old and new enjoyed this giant party. One night, people even gathered in a small square to sing along with a costumed and wig-clad group of men imitating the Beatles. Cardboard electric guitars and drum sets only added to the humor and fun.

Venice will surely be much quieter now that the tourists and the excitement have dispersed. However, there will be even more to see next year surrounding the museums, delicious food, and enchanting music.

“Carnevale di Venezia” My Italian Mardi Gras

By Daniella Appolonia

A few images from the camera of Daniela Appolonia, The Chronicle’s overseas correspondent in Italy. Left, a roadside stand sells masks for “Carnevale di Venezia;” above, an accordion player looks for some extra change; below, a few Italian gondolas on the riverside.

--photos by Daniela Appolonia

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Meet The Fay

RAVE of the week Ellen on ‘Idol’

Talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has made an indelible impression since taking Paula Abdul’s judge chair on Fox reality hit “American Idol.” DeGeneres has been her usual fun self on the show, but takes her job seriously, offering critiques when necessary and encouraging others after doing well.

Surprisingly, the funny lady has chemistry among brittle British personality Simon Cowell. Abdul’s crazy antics are missed, but DeGeneres’ cool demeanor at the table has been welcome respite to a show that is starting to show its age. Prior to appearing on “Idol,” DeGeneres guest judged on Fox’s “So You Think You Can Dance.” When she appeared there, it seemed as though she only tried to make jokes. However, on “Idol,” DeGeneres will sacrifice a good joke in order to give a well-intentioned review of a contestant’s performance. --MB

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Tiger Woods

PGA

Tiger Woods came out of hiding and broke his silence since several allegations surfaced regarding his philandering ways. Woods’ public apology on Feb. 19 was just further embarrassment for the golf pro, who neither appear remorseful nor seemed interested at all appearing at the news conference. His robotic and monotone delivery of a speech he probably did not even write himself only makes him more of a disgrace. None of Woods’ personal life has anything to do with the great performances on the golf course, but he has a responsibility to himself, his family and young fans everywhere to behave appropriately on and off the course. Woods let everyone down when reports first surfaced about the mistresses and only made it worse with the press conference with his shifty eyes and lack of human emotion. Woods acknowledged that he has spent 45 days in rehab, but it seems like any and all celebrities think rehab is the answer for everything.

While truly necessary for most, it still seems like a PR stunt for plenty of others. Woods needs to reevaluate what is important and pull it together.

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TheFray.net Brian Friel’s (above) “Translations” will be performed at the Long Wharf Theatre in New Haven beginning tomorrow night. It will run until Sunday afternoon.

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By Matt Busekroos A&E Editor

‘Translations’ to take Long Wharf stage

Colorado-based pop rock foursome The Fray will play at Quinnipiac on Sunday, April 18 at the TD Bank Sports Center.

Founded in 2002 by friends Isaac Slade and Joe King, The Fray attained public awareness in 2005 with their debut album “How to Save a Life.” With promotion from ABC drama “Grey’s Anatomy” showcasing the title track, The Fray began to carve a niche within Top 40 radio. While the group’s first single “Over My Head (Cable Car)” did well, second single “How to Save a Life” established the group as a force to be reckoned with throughout the rest of the world.

The group released followup singles “Look After You” and “All at Once” with decreased visibility, but the group still parlayed the success of their first two singles into an extensive worldwide tour.

The Fray earned two Grammy nominations for both “Over My Head (Cable Car)” and “How to Save a Life” in 2007.

In 2009, The Fray released its self-titled follow-up album with the hit single “You Found Me.” The Fray managed another two Grammy nominations this year for single “Never Say Never” and their album.

The piano-rock band continues to show their vitality within the industry and have proven that the band is here to stay.

By Nicole Celli Co-News Editor The Quinnipiac University Theater for Community will be performing a production of Brian Friel’s “Translations” at the Long Wharf Theatre in New Haven from Feb. 25-28.

“Translations” is set in a small town called Baile Beag, in County Donegal, Ireland, in 1833. It is a story about the power of language and identity, and the way the two can connect or separate people of two different cultures. Two officers of the British military come to translate the original Gaelic town names into English with the purpose of creating a map. With their culture in danger, the Irish must choose either to conform to the English way or rebel. Meanwhile, one of the British officers and a local Irish woman who speak different languages fall in love.

“It is a demanding play for the audience, a very moving and thought-provoking play even for us in the U.S.,” said Drew Scott, director and part-time faculty member.

“Characters find that when they let words go, they find a connection on other levels. The play lives or dies through the connection to the characters.”

All of the actors are Quinnipiac students who have been working with a dialect coach to properly

portray their respective Irish and English-speaking characters.

Professor of English Robert Smart’s Modern Irish Drama students are learning about “Translations” not only through text but by seeing it performed on the stage as well.

“It seems to deal with the longstanding issues in Ireland from one perspective (nationalist), and then when you are in the play, you realize that nothing here is simple,” Smart said. “Nothing here is like the typical conversations that have polarized Irish politics.

“I have always taught this play in Modern Irish Drama for the reasons I previously mentioned, but also because it marks such a rich crossing point in the evolution of the Irish stage - that’s also what I hope my students will find when they see it.”

Scott also noted that there is a hard, bitter quality to the play and hopes that there is a sense of pain and loss portrayed.

“Translations” was written

by Friel in 1980, and was first performed that same year in Derry, Ireland. In 1981 it was awarded the Ewart-Biggs Peace Prize.

“Maybe we can all learn something about the dangers of oversimplifying clashes like this and about how it is our humanity that offers the only solution, not bombs, threats and war,” Smart said.

Tina Fey as Liz Lemon on ‘30 Rock’

“Wow, Avery Jessup, she’s hot. She was on Maxim’s ‘I’d Rape That’ 100.”

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February 24, 2010

QU MUSIC ‘embarrassed’ by turnout

By Matt Busekroos A&E Editor QU MUSIC chair Tabor Chichakly is pissed off.

Following the Haiti benefit concert co-sponsored by QU MUSIC and Alpha Phi Omega (APO), which raised $200, he told The Chronicle that there was “no excuse” for Quinnipiac students to not attend.

“It was honestly an embarrassment not only for us as groups, but for the entire school,” Chichakly said. “One of my friends made a good point the other day: the only way to get students at this school up and off the

“One of my friends made a good point the other day: the only way to get students at this school up and off the couch is for alcohol.”

Tabor Chichakly, QU MUSIC chair

couch is for alcohol.”

Chichakly acknowledges this is not the entire Quinnipiac population, but a vast majority.

“College is what you make [of] it,” he said. “I feel like people really do want to get involved and would actually have a good time if they could put the effort in.”

Bryan Gee and members of Alpha Phi Omega, a community service organization on campus, organized the benefit concert for Haiti in order to help relief efforts. QU MUSIC joined the program when approached about bringing in live music.

“A large part of QU MUSIC is trying to broaden the horizons of the students on campus, so more bands means a little more variety,” Chichakly said. “I contacted QU MUSIC’s booking agent, Sal Salemme, and told him we had a priority bill to book and he went to work contacting people. Luckily, he managed to get in touch with Call 2 Consciousness, who were recently on tour, and were glad to play the gig.”

QU MUSIC and APO donated all proceeds from the concert to the Red Cross.

“We decided to choose the Red Cross because the Red Cross was a well known and established organization that we knew would not try to turn a disaster such as that into a way to earn a cheap buck,” Chichakly said.

The benefit concert raised further awareness for those suffering loss in Haiti.

“The concert was a good time and a fun way to bring students together for a good cause,” freshman Krystle Bernier said. “Not only did it bring those passionate about relief in one room, but attracted those who may not have been as informed.”

Rich Bones, far left, and Darrell Porter rock out on Sunday afternoon, but there were quite a few empty chairs at the Sunday concert.

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February 24, 2010

By Allison Feeney Staff Writer

Sarah’s Style Corner

Spring Break: a week of no classes, no tests, and a break from the dorm life. Whether you’re jetting off to an exotic island or heading home for some rest and relaxation, Spring Break is welcomed by all. Here are seven ways to make the most of your week off.

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If you’re notorious for last-minute planning, there are still options left to plan for a trip. It’s not too late to plan a trip to Florida with friends or even to an island, but you need to start acting now. Cancun and Acapulco in Mexico are among the top 2010 Spring Break trips, according to StudentTravel.About.com. Look for places that have all-inclusive student packages. Some even include your air travel.

Alternative breaks are also a possibility for students who feel like doing a good deed.

Habitat for Humanity always accepts college groups in the Collegiate Challenge program.

This provides students an opportunity to travel to a part of the country they have never been, be with their friends and do something good for a family in need.

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Day trips to the city provide a cheaper outing for students. Meeting up in Boston or New York City can be a fun day at low cost. Window shopping costs nothing and you get to spend an entire day with your friends away from school.

Take a road trip to visit your friends at home. Living close to each other provides an opportunity to see your friends in their home life and meet their family and friends. It can make your friendships stronger and you can get the chance to show your friends your favorite spot at home and things that are important to you.

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Ski trip. A trip to the mountains allows you to bundle up and be comfortable while of enjoying the remaining winter weeks. Skiing is a great way to get some exercise while hanging out with your friends. Escaping to the mountains can be a mental break and the relaxation you need after weeks of classes and tests.

Cook a big dinner. If you’re lounging around the house, surprise your family and cook a dinner they’ll never forget. Nothing says “thank you” and “I appreciate you” like food and relieving your parents from one night of dinner duties.

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Indoor water park. Located throughout the country in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Minnesota, these resorts provide a unique alternative for trips. If you’re going on vacation with your family, these places would be an excellent location. They provide a great vacation for the college student and plenty of entertainment for younger siblings.

Even if you go with a group of friends, fun is still in store.

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Vanity Fair

Fashion mags need to get with times

By Sarah Rosenberg Staff Writer The most popular movies in the film industry recently have been more like cinema milestones: the “Twilight” saga and the epic romance of “Dear John” are just two examples of films that have been generating buzz. Kristen Stewart, Amanda Seyfried and Anna Kendrick, the stars of these media gems, have gotten equal attention. They are just a few of the industry’s up-and-coming darlings, featured in coveted magazine Vanity Fair’s annual Hollywood issue.

As a magazine that is influential in the fashion industry and eminent in the eyes of top models, famous designers and the most talented fashion photographers, Vanity Fair must know the ideal image of beauty. However, in the most recent issue of the famed publication, this image of beauty seems to be extremely limited.

Evan Rachel Wood, Abbie Cornish and Emma Stone, of “Superbad” and “Zombieland” celebrity, have also been photographed for the Hollywood issue, but they

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Gabourey Sidibe, the breakout star of “Precious,” has been receiving the necessary attention, but Vanity Fair has snubbed her potential to be cover-worthy. The fear resides in the idea that perhaps the fashion industry once again has gone too far in carving out what’s beautiful and what’s not, ignoring the women who may be big, but also beautiful.

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BSU brings Apollo feel

By Ebony Walmsley In celebration of National Black Staff Writer History Month, Quinnipiac University has a month’s worth of events and celebrations planned for students and faculty on campus.

On Saturday, Feb. 13, Quinnipiac’s Black Student Union (BSU) hosted Apollo Night.

Many students came out to show their wide variety of talents such as singing, dance and even yo-yoing. The event, which featured 12 acts and at least 100 guests, raised more than $300. Half of the profit will going to a charity of the group’s choice.

Audience members show their support during BSU’s “My favorite part of Apollo Night was probably Apollo Night on Feb. 13. Tashell Thompson / Chronicle watching the acts perform,” said junior Delene Cort, a member of BSU. “It takes a lot for students to get up on stage and showcase their talent in front of an audience.”

The poet Kesed was on hand to host the evening and provided the audience with laughs throughout the entire night. Kesed also performed his poetry for Quinnipiac students.

“Not only were the acts rich in number, but [they were] rich in talent,” said BSU President Shana Bennett, a senior. “They all had something different to bring to the table.”

The winners of the evening were Quanita Jones and Theresa Wagner. Jones sang an a capella version of Alicia Keys’ “Superwoman,” and Wagner performed a lyrical dance with her.

“I thought about singing ‘Superwoman’ last year, but didn’t learn the words in time, and then for this year about three of my friends suggested me singing it,” Jones said.

Wagner also played a big part in the night’s winning performance.

First place: “I ended up running into Theresa one day, and she had the idea that Quanita Jones & I sing a capella and she dance, and we brainstormed songs and came up with ‘Superwoman,’” Jones said.

Theresa Wagner

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Fashion Corner, continued continued from page 11 dog Millionaire” for their lack of cover time, however, pinpointing the magazine for being ignorant of diversity is also a tough argument to make. They’ve been called racist, but is that really the case? It is hard to say that the magazine purposely denied the voluptuous and minority women the chance to grace the glossy cover. After all, Sidibe was featured in the magazine as a breakout star of 2010. Saldana has also been featured on Vanity Fair’s Hollywood issue in the past, another possible reason as to why the magazine denied her the cover shoot with famed photographer Annie Leibovitz.

The actresses featured have also been quite predominant in the industry lately—the honor they have been given isn’t necessarily undeserved. Anna Kendrick has starred opposite veteran actor George Clooney in the buzzed-about High fashion magazines “Up in the Air,” featured newcomer Carey Mulligan could benefit from has caused a stir in the Sunadding a little more dance film, “An Education,” diversity. and Mia Wasikowska has showcased her talent working alongside Julianne Moore, Annette Bening, and Johnny Depp (portraying Alice in the much-anticipated Tim Burton version of “Alice in Wonderland”).

Naturally, it would be refreshing to see women with a little more variety in their look; women who are stunning without the snow-white complexions or thin legs. I firmly believe that Sidibe deserved a spot next to her fellow blossoming stars: Her haunting performance in “Precious” and her ability to portray such drastic issues certainly should secure her a spot based on talent. However, women such as Sidibe show physical beauty, whether one may think it unconventional or not. The other women convey beauty as well and it should not be denied, but such high fashion magazines could benefit from adding a little more diversity to match the resurgence of diverse women making a name for themselves in an already challenging business. Featuring such women would give readers more confidence, an array of women to look up to, and reason to believe that no matter their skin color or body type, they also have the potential to strike gold in Hollywood.

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Quinnipiac senior Kallie Flor follows through on a shot in an 8-1 thumping of Brown in her last regular season home game on Saturday at the TD Bank Sports Center.

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‘Cats clinch tourney-host position Friday. It also culminated the best regular season in program history, as the team finished 18-8-8 overall and 11-4-7 in ECAC Hockey.

With home ice for the playoffs on the Flor added her 13th goal of the year line and facing a confident Brown team, the six minutes into the second period to give Quinnipiac women’s ice hockey team knew her team a 4-0 lead on a one-timer that nearly they had to get their offense in sync early. knocked goaltender Katie Jamieson to the ice On Quinnipiac’s first Brown 1 after the puck hit off her shoulder possession, senior forward Kallie pad and stuck in the back of the Flor carried the puck up ice, passed Quinnipiac 8 net. The goal actually did knock it to fellow senior forward Janine Duffy, then Jamieson out of the net, as replacement Joy got the puck back from her and banked it off Joung finished the game in relief for the the goal’s left pipe and into the net.

Bears.

“We knew playing against Brown – For Duffy and the Bobcats, a chance to coming off that huge win against Princeton play in a home playoff series was an aspiration – we were going to have to come out strong,” heading into the year.

Flor said. “To have that goal in the first shift “It doesn’t get much better than this,” was huge just to get our team rolling.”

Duffy said. “Making the playoffs with homeThe goal was the first of an 8-1 ice advantage – it was one of our goals that thrashing of the Brown Bears at the TD Bank we set out – but it was a very lofty goal, so it Sports Center on Saturday, which secured a was bittersweet.” home playoff series for Quinnipiac in the first Duffy, along with seniors Flor, Breana round of the ECAC Hockey Tournament this Burton, Evelina Husar and trainer Meg weekend.

Brunelle were honored before the game for The win helped Quinnipiac finish out Senior Day. The four senior players were the year on a seven-game undefeated streak given a tough assignment at the beginning of heading into its first-ever playoff series this the year to lead a team with 12 freshmen and six sophomores, but Duffy said they were up to the task.

Come support your “I knew we had the talent, but it was Bobcats this weekend going to be a question of how long it would take for our freshmen to catch on,” she said. in their first ever “They were so easy to teach and we just had to playoff series! stay on them. It’s falling into place real nice.”

Two freshmen, forward Heather Hughes and goaltender Victoria Vigilanti, have taken on huge roles on the team. Hughes, who added two goals on Saturday, leads the team with 14 goals this season and Vigilanti, who stopped 30 shots in the victory, leads ECAC Hockey with a .948 save percentage and a 1.31 goals against average.

“She’s capable of a huge save, but @ TD Bank Sports Center she just makes every save she’s supposed to

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WOMEN’S ICE HOCKEY

By Lenny Neslin Sports Editor

“I would have never guessed we would have done as well as we did in the second half.”

- Rick Seeley

make,” Quinnipiac head coach Rick Seeley said of Vigilanti. “It gives our team so much confidence knowing that she’s back there. We’re going to nominate her for AllAmerican.”

The conference has recognized her five times for weekly awards this year and she has earned ECAC Hockey Rookie of the Week honors the past two weeks.

“The awesome thing about this team is – it’s unique with every team I’ve been associated with – everyone gets along,” Seeley said.

“Everyone supports each other and the character is solid. There’s not one negative influence.”

- Head coach Rick Seeley “This group did a great job early (this season) and just built on it in the second half.

I would have never guessed we would have done as well as we did in the second half.”

Duffy believes home ice will help get rid of the nerves expected in her first playoff game.

“Going into the playoffs I’m sure there will be some extra nerves, but the fact that it’s at home makes it a lot more comfortable,” she said. “You have your regular game-day routine, it’s just a lot more easygoing when things are at home. There’ll be some nerves, but I don’t think it will take much from us to get over them.”

Women’s ECAC Hockey Standings

Team 1. Cornell 2. Clarkson 3. Harvard 3. Quinnipiac 5. RPI

Pts 34 31 29 29 26

ECAC 14-2-6 14-5-3 13-6-3 11-4-7 11-7-4

MEN’S BASKETBALL

Bobcats back in the hunt

By Robin Schuppert Staff Writer

After Thursday’s devastating loss to St. Francis (Pa.), the Bobcats got back on track on Saturday to remain in the hunt for their first ever NEC regular season championship.

The second-place Quinnipiac men’s basketball team (19-8, 13-3 NEC) picked up a crucial road victory on Saturday night by defeating firstQuinnipiac 87 place Robert Morris (19-10, Robert Morris 79 14-2 NEC) 87-79 at the Charles L. Sewall Center to move within one game of the NEC lead and the No. 1 seed in the NEC Tournament.

“To beat a team as good as Robert Morris in their gym is a great accomplishment for us,” Quinnipiac head coach Tom Moore said. “The challenge in front of us tonight was to play harder and stronger and a lot tougher than we played Thursday night and we accomplished that.

“The second task in front of us tonight was to try and execute precise, tough offense against the best defensive team in the NEC and we accomplished that. We felt that that would give us the best chance to win the game. My guys really stepped up. I’m very proud of them.”

Sophomore guard James Johnson led the Bobcats with 28 points, 13 of which came from the free-throw line. Johnson, who has started in 58 consecutive games to start his career, also added six rebounds and six assists. “[Johnson] did a great job (in the mid-range game) in real key spots down the stretch,” Moore said. “He was in attack mode, but controlled attack, which was important.

James has been phenomenal. When you think about all the responsibility he had tonight he never fatigues, never backs away from a challenge. He’s a special player and a [special] kid.”

Justin Rutty earned his 25th career and NEC-leading 12th double-double of the season, recording 17 points and 11 rebounds. James Feldeine, Deontay Twyman and Jonathan Cruz scored 15, 10 and 10, respectively, for the Bobcats.

Leading just 64-61 with 7:35 left in the second half, the Bobcats went on an 11-4 run to build up a double-digit lead. Johnson added six points during this run - four in a span of 30 seconds - to cap the run at 75-65 with 2:25 remaining in the game.

“He’s [Johnson’s] probably got the best work ethic on our team in terms of shooting,” Moore said. “He’s got incredible will, incredible toughness, and I think he’s the best conditioned basketball player in this league.”

The Bobcats shot 50.9 percent from the field for the game, including 50 percent from the 3-point line, compared to Robert Morris’ 46.6 percent from the field and 39.1 percent from downtown. They out-rebounded the Colonials 37-28 and have now out-rebounded 26 of the 27 teams they have faced this season.

Quinnipiac will play its final two regular season games this week when it hosts Monmouth (12-16, 8-8 NEC) on Thursday night for its final regular season home game.

On Saturday the team will travel to Fairleigh Dickinson (10-19, 9-7 NEC) to close out the regular season. Both games are scheduled to tip off at 7:30 p.m.

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“We know that our turnovers were what killed us.”

- Tricia Fabbri Women’s Basketball

February 24, 2010

MEN’S ICE HOCKEY PREVIEW

Yale vs. QU

The battle for Whitney Avenue

By Jamie Palatini It’s arguably the biggest sporting event of the year at Quinnipiac – The Yale Game. The first two times it Staff Writer

was played at The Bank, the student section has been packed an hour prior to gametime, with an overabundance of thundersticks added to the yellow shirts to create a moving sea of gold.

The winner of the game is awarded the Heroes Hat, which was established in honor of those who risked or lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001, and is given in honor of firefighter Joseph Mascali, whose children are Quinnipiac alumni.

The Rundown Men’s Basketball St. Francis (Pa.) 73, QU 68 -Thursday James Feldeine: 21 points, 12 rebounds QU 87, Robert Morris 79 -Saturday

James Johnson: 28 points, 6 assists, 6 rebounds

Women’s Basketball St. Francis (Pa.) 78, QU 54 -Thursday Courtney Kaminski: 19 points, 7 rebounds Robert Morris 61, QU 57 -Saturday

Alyssa Jann: 11 points, 3 3-pointers

Men’s Ice Hockey RPI 5, QU 3 -Friday Scott Zurevinski: 2 goals Union 7, QU 3 -Saturday Greg Holt: goal, assist

Women’s Ice Hockey QU 1, Yale 0 -Friday Kallie Flor: goal QU 8, Brown 1 -Saturday Brittany Lyons: 3 assists

Women’s Indoor Track NEC Indoor Track & Field Championships -weekend Overall: 7th place Rebecca White: 3rd in 5,000-mile run

Women’s Tennis

QU 7, Fordham 0 -Sunday Adrienne Markison: Won 6-0, 6-0 QU 7, Villanova 0 -Monday Sarah Viebrock: Won 6-0, 6-0

Softball

Fordham 6, QU 1 -Sunday Angela Casella: 1-for-3, Double, 1 RBI Longwood 6, QU 5 -Sunday Alex Murray: 1-for-2, Double, 3 RBIs

WHO WON LAST TIME? If you’re looking for a moment when the Bobcats’ fall from grace began, head back to Dec. 4 of last year, specifically 13:36 remaining in their game at Yale. Quinnipiac was ranked fourth in country at that point, 12-1 overall, and the talk of the college hockey world. Brandon Wong’s power play goal at that mark of the third period gave the Bobcats a 4-3 lead. Then Yale forward Brendan Mason started a fight after the goal and was sent to the box for a 10-minute misconduct. This killed any momentum Quinnipiac had seized with the goal.

FORWARDS Quinnipiac’s two Hobey Baker Award candidates Eric Lampe and Wong began the season on a tear.

Wong had 10 goals and 11 assists in his first 13 games, and Lampe had netted seven goals and added 12 helpers. Since then, the two have

Quinnipiac lost to Yale, 7-4, at Ingalls Rink on Dec. 4. combined for 10 goals and 12 assists.

Broc Little’s 35 points (24 G, 11 A) top Yale and Sean Backman is having a solid senior year with 19 goals.

And which team leads not only the ECAC, but the entire country in goals per game, averaging just over four? The Bulldogs. Advantage: Yale DEFENSE Quinnipiac’s defense is very young, and head coach Rand Pecknold has been dressing four freshmen regularly on the blue line.

Brett Dickinson’s eligibility ran out

in January, and the defense has been spotty. While Yale’s defense is by no means bulletproof, they haven’t needed to be because the offense has been scoring at such a high clip.

Advantage: Push GOALTENDING Both teams have had inconsistencies in net this season.

Dan Clarke has seen the bulk of the minutes for the Bobcats and has been serviceable, but he has cooled off following his hot start. Yale’s crease has had a revolving door on it, and this past weekend serves as a

Caiti Kaminski / Chronicle prime example. Billy Blase started in net on Friday, allowing three goals on seven shots in the first period. He was pulled in favor of Nick Maricic, who made enough saves to keep Yale in it and get a 7-5 win against St. Lawrence. On Saturday, Jeff Malcolm got the call, and gave up three goals early on. He was yanked in favor of Blase, who only allowed one goal this time to give Yale a 5-4 overtime win. Advantage: Push For Jamie’s prediction, check out the full preview on QUChronicle.com.

MEN’S ICE HOCKEY

No. 16 Union breezes by Bobcats

By Cassie Comeau Staff Writer The Bobcats’s losing streak hit three after falling to the No. 16 Union Dutchmen, 7-3, loss at Messa Rink in Schenectady, N.Y. Quinnipiac fell behind early in the first period. Within the first five minutes of play, the Dutchmen’s defenseman Brock Matheson scored.

Union widened the gap between the scores with another goal. After a turnover in the neutral zone at 15:39 of the first period, Union’s Jason Walters received a pass from Mike Schreiber and made the score 2-0.

After Quinnipiac head coach Rand Pecknold replaced sophomore goaltender Dan Clarke with freshman Mathieu Cadieux, it seemed that the Bobcats were on their way to a comeback. Less than a minute after the change, the Bobcats scored their first goal when Mike Atkinson received the rebounded puck off a shot by Russell Goodman. Atkinson’s goal

put Quinnipiac on the board, down by one.

The second period opened with the Bobcats still in control. At 5:50 of the period, senior forward Greg Holt tied the game with assists by Scott Zurevinski and Clay Harvey.

The Dutchmen came back before the period ended with two goals of their own. The first came at the 8:52 mark with a goal by Jeff Christiansen. The second eight minutes later by Jason Shaffer. Both goals were the firsts of the season for Christiansen and Shaffer. Jon Lareau was credited with the assists on both goals.

The two-goal lead increased when the third period started.

Within one minute of the start of the period, forward Jeremy Welsh scored on the power play, putting the Dutchmen up three. The goal was answered by the Bobcats with one of their own, with a goal by Brandon Wong off a pass by Holt, who gained his second point of the game.

Union did not allow the

Bobcats to close the gap, as two more shots by the Dutchmen slipped by Cadieux. In the 17th minute of the period, goals by Mario Valery-Trabucco and Andrew Buote clinched the win for the Dutchmen

as the score became 7-3 with Union in the lead.

The Bobcats (15-15-2, 9-11-0 ECAC Hockey) take on Brown on Friday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. at the TD Bank Sports Center.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

Giveaways trouble ‘Cats

By Michael Desjardins Contributing Writer Turnovers were the name of this Northeast Conference game Saturday afternoon, as the Quinnipiac women’s basketball team lost to first-place Robert Morris 61-57. The team turned the ball 28 times, including 16 within the first 20 minutes of the game.

“We felt that we could play with them,” Quinnipiac head coach Tricia Fabbri said. “This is a team that likes to move up and down the floor and we know that our turnovers were what killed us. We had a spark in the second half and I wish that one 3-point field goal went down to give us the lead, but it didn’t and they controlled the play at the end the game.”

However, despite the firsthalf mistakes, the Bobcats only trailed by four at halftime, 3329, thanks in large part to juniors Courtney Kaminski and Lailah Pratt. Kaminski scored a game-high 15 points, 11 of them within the

first half, and Pratt finished with eight.

Robert Morris started the second half on a 6-2 run, and at one point, led by 11 points, but the Bobcats mounted a comeback and tied the game 54-54 with 3:20 remaining.

That was the last time Quinnipiac tied, though, as Robert Morris retook the lead, and then sealed the deal with a 3-pointer and two free throws. Freshman guard Lisa Lebak hit a 25-foot three pointer as time expired to cut the Colonials’ win margin to four points. Lebak had 11 points and a team-high four assists.

The win clinched the Colonials’ first NEC regularseason championship, with a 15-1 conference record and 20-7 overall.

Quinnipiac fell to 5-11 in the NEC, and 10-17 overall.

The Bobcats play their final home game of the regular season this Thursday against Monmouth, which they defeated 60-54, back on Jan. 2.

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‘CATS & ‘DOGS Women’s ice hockey bested the Yale Bulldogs on Kallie Flor’s third-period goal on Friday at The Bank

February 24, 2010

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Rank in the nation for Justin Rutty of the men’s basketball team in rebounding. He’s averaging 10.7 boards per game.

Men’s Ice Hockey

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vs. Yale (18-6-3, 14-4-2 ECAC) Saturday, 7:30 p.m.

Goals for senior captain Kallie Flor in women’s ice hockey’s two weekend wins, with two coming on Senior Day.

Women’s Ice Hockey

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vs. RPI (14-13-6, 11-7-4 ECAC), Friday, 4 p.m.

Men’s & Women’s Basketball

Matches lost by women’s tennis in its 2010 opening match against Fordham on Sunday and Villanova on Monday.

Women vs. Monmouth (15-12, 10-6 NEC) Men vs. Monmouth (12-16, 8-8 NEC) Thursday, 5 & 7:30 p.m.

Men’s Lacrosse

Clockwise from top-left: Heather Hughes sneaks past Yale’s Heather Grant; Chelsea Illchuk sets herself for a faceoff; QU’s Jordan Elkins battles for the puck with Berit Johnson; Yale’s Jamie Gray tumbles to the ice.

Al Valerio / Chronicle

vs. Loyola Saturday, 1 p.m.

Women’s Lacrosse vs. Fairfield Thursday, 2 p.m.

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Goals allowed by men’s ice hockey against Yale on Dec. 4 and against Union on Saturday.

Athletes of the Week Justin Rutty

Kallie Flor

Rutty tallied two double-doubles in his last two games. He had 14 points and 16 rebounds in a losing effort against St. Francis (Pa.) and had 17 points and 11 rebounds in a win at at Robert Morris. The rebounds increased his season average to 10.7 rebounds per game, which ranks first in the NEC. Rutty is also second in the league in field goal percentage (53.7 percent) and seventh in points (14.7).

Flor scored the lone goal in a 1-0 victory against Yale University on Friday and tallied two more in the 8-1 drubbing of Brown on Saturday.

The two victories propelled Quinnipiac to a tie for third place in ECAC Hockey and gave the Bobcats a chance to host their first-ever ECAC Tournament game. Flor’s 13 goals this season are second only to Heather Hughes on the squad.

Men’s Basketball Junior Forward #12 Newburgh, N.Y.

Charlotte Greene / Chronicle

Next home game: Tomorrow, 7:30 p.m. vs. Monmouth

Women’s Ice Hockey Senior Forward #19 Farmington, Minn.

Caiti Kaminski / Chronicle

Next home game: Friday, 4 p.m. vs. RPI