The Signal: Spring '18 No. 6

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Breaking news and more at TCNJSignal.net. Vol. XLVIII, No. 6

February 28, 2018

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Board dedicates library to Gitenstein By Tom Ballard Copy Editor

Live from Kendall — it’s Saturday Night By Heidi Cho Arts & Entertainment Editor

On Feb. 20, the Board of Trustees voted unanimously to rename the TCNJ Library the R. Barbara Gitenstein Library and to grant Gitenstein the title of president emeritus. Trustee Robert A. Altman, the chair of the Outgoing Transition Committee — which seeks to reflect and celebrate the impact Gitenstein has had on the College — read aloud the resolution which commended Gitenstein for the nearly 20 years of service that she dedicated to the College. The resolution also notes some other advancements made under Gitenstein’s administration, such as an improved four-year graduation rate, comprehensive fundraising campaigns, an improved governance model and numerous construction projects. “I think all of us could agree that the library is really the heart and soul of this campus,” said Trustee Jorge A. Caballero, chair of the board. “It is exceedingly fitting that we name the library after Dr. Gitenstein to commemorate 19 years of leadership.” The Library was one of 12 new buildings constructed on campus during Gitenstein’s tenure as president. Gitenstein’s official portrait will be unveiled at an event on March 17, and will then be hung in the library, see LIB page 6

Saturday Night Live came early to the College on Friday, Feb. 23, when the College Union Board presented the Spring Comedy Show featuring SNL cast member Alex Moffat and former cast member Vanessa Bayer, with an opening set from writer Streeter Seidell in the Kendall Mainstage Theater. Moffat began his act with an intense German accent, performing as a character Moffat called “Max Gremer.” Before the bit, which some students found hard to understand, dragged on too long, Moffat switched topics. “Is the Git here, my favorite queen?” Moffat asked their crowd. The comedians tailored their sets to what they learned about the College before the show began. “Kianna wrote half of my set,” Moffat joked, pointing out a CUB staff member standing to the side of the auditorium. The comedian shared a nugget of wisdom with the audience through an anecdote about his experience in New York City. Once Moffat said “bless you” to a woman walking alone at night after she sneezed “a girthy slapper” right into his open mouth. The woman responded by clutching her purse to her chest, then ran away from him. Moffat then asked the audience what they learned from that story, and the audience responded by saying “nothing.” Moffat played himself off with a hilariously horrible rendition of “Piano Man” by Billy Joel to the captive audience. “(Moffat) made it seem as though he could

Bayer does a satirical impersonation of Miley Cyrus.

actually play and he had us all sing along to Piano Man,” said Amanda Mrotzek, a sophomore early childhood education and English double major. Moffat hyped up Vanessa Bayer, the next act, as “a most amazing comedian” and also as what Bayer told him to say — “(his) best friend in the world.” Awkward and genuine, Bayer often poked fun at herself in her routine. Bayer acknowledged that while comedians usually made sex jokes, she thought she did not do a good job delivering them, but for the sake

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of an audience of college students, she would do an impression of herself making sex jokes. After a solid 15 seconds of indiscernible murmuring, awkward shuffling and lack of eye contact, the audience could finally make out a few phrases between long pauses. “Because his dick was so small … little league ... because he has a small dick,” Bayer mumbled. Bayer ripped on the show “Friends” in one bit, and pointed out all the show’s see LAUGH page 14

health expert College lacks affordable healthy dining options Public discusses medical

Fresh produce is hard to find on campus.

By Breeda Bennett-Jones Nation & World Editor

Despite the plethora of cafés, stands and micro-restaurants on the College’s campus, finding a fresh meal that goes beyond being simply edible is a challenge

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for some students. Hundreds of students stream through Eickhoff Hall’s automatic double doors each day, swipe their cards at the counter and set out to find something to eat. After they load up their plates, grab utensils, pour themselves a drink

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and find a table with their friends, the meal seems complete except for one key component –– fresh fruits and vegetables. In Eickhoff, the Brower Student Center, the Marketplace C-Store, the Education Building Café and the Library Café, fresh Opinions / page 11

in-season fruits and vegetables are either hard to find, of poor quality or too expensive for penny-pinching college students. While Sodexo, the College’s food supplier, offers mindful, meatless and gluten-free options, the College’s student body suffers from an absence of greens and other fresh sources of vitamins and nutrients. This conundrum became apparent months ago to Daniela Pareja, a freshman biology and secondary education major. Pareja stood at the counter of the 31 North Deli in Eickhoff, waiting for an answer that would mean the difference between eating in the dining hall and eating in her dorm room. She had asked if the pineapple behind the glass was fresh. “I don’t know,” Pareja recalled a worker replying. “We get it from some random company.”

geography in Brown Bag

see FRUIT page 5

see MEDICINE page 3

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By Elizabeth Zakaim News Editor International medical geography and public health expert Amy Blatt presented her lecture, “Geomedicine: How Locations Affect Your Health,” as part of the College’s weekly Brown Bag Series on Friday, Feb. 23 in the Library Auditorium. Her lecture, based on research and insights from her latest book, “Health, Science and Place: A New Model,” focuses on the role of geography in healthcare and the importance of residential history in the progress of disease –– a perspective on medicine Blatt finds many physicians have largely overlooked. Blatt is a medical geographer and public health researcher. She earned her bachelor’s degree in biological sciences from Stanford University and her PhD in geography from the University of Cincinnati. She is currently employed at Vanguard,

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Sports / page 28

Student Soloist Night Performers showcase vocal talents

‘I Am Not Racist’ Students discuss racial stereotypes

Track and Field Women win indoor championship

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See Features page 17

See Sports page 28

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SFB funds multiple cultural events French Club fully funded for NYC Excursion

The board fully funds ISA’s Bollywood Night.

By Eric Preisler Staff Writer

Student Finance Board gave students a chance to experience European, Asian and Caribbean culture when it funded four cultural events at its weekly meeting on Feb. 21. The French Club was fully funded $1,641.70 to cover transportation and parking fees for its annual NYC Excursion, which is set for April 7 from 10

a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The club will visit a French exhibit called “Public Parks, Private Gardens: From Paris at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.” Attendees will have the option to buy lunch at a nearby French restaurant, La Bonne Soupe. The excursion is meant to involve students in activities aimed at increasing interest, knowledge and appreciation of French culture, according to the

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proposal packet. “It’s a really fun trip, it’s a fun way to explore French culture,” said Allison Smith, president of the French Club and a junior chemistry major. The Indian Student Association was fully funded $1,667.50 for its Bollywood Night event, which will be held on March 24 from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. in the Decker Social Space. Funding for this event covers the costs of decorations, food, utensils, plates,

napkins, drinks and a DJ. “We showcase various dance styles,” said Jasmine Mahajan, treasurer of ISA and a sophomore biology major. “We have all of the Indian dance teams perform at Bollywood night.” A wide variety of Indian music will be played at the event to showcase the multifaceted culture of India, according to the proposal packet. “The music played will range from traditional bhangra, Bollywood melodies and modern hip hop, showcasing what influences young Indian-Americans today,” the proposal stated. The Asian American Association was fully funded $2,524.03 for its annual TCNJ Mystique of the East event, which will be held on April 15 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in Kendall Hall. The funding will cover the costs of Kendall Hall fees, a banner and digital signage for advertising in the Brower Student Center. Mystique of the East will include performances inspired by various Asian countries, such as China, Japan, South Korea and the Philippines, according to the proposal. Barkada, the Chinese Student Association and the Korean

Student Association will be cosponsoring Mystique of the East, according to the proposal. The Haitian Student Association was partially funded $749 for its Ambiance event, which will be held on Saturday, March 3 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. in the Brower Student Center Room 225. Funding will cover the costs of decorations, such as flowers, balloons and floor standups. The purpose of Ambiance is to celebrate Haitian culture and educate the campus community, according to the proposal. “Throughout the room and on the tables there will be facts displayed about the country and its culture,” the proposal stated. “As our theme this year is focusing on highlighting different cities in Haiti, we will show their culture and historical importance not only in Haiti but in the world itself.” The Freshman Class Council was tabled for its karaoke night, which was proposed to be held on March 8 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Traditions Lounge. SFB suggested that the FCC should lower the event’s cost per student ratio by looking into other on-campus food options and locations to host the event.

Vital Signs:The dark side to your dark roast

Caffeine is a mental stimulant that provides a boost of energy. By Anna Kellaher Columnist

Picture yourself settling into a seat at the library for a painfully long study session. If you’re like me, you’re most likely accompanied by an iced coffee as tall as the distance between the floor and your head. Caffeine consumption, whether it be through coffee, soda or energy drinks, seems like an integral part of the college experience. But is there a dark side to your dark roast? Caffeine is a stimulant that acts on the central nervous system within the brain to give us the energy boost and increased focus that we know and love. However, when too much caffeine is consumed, it can cause unpleasant side effects including headaches, restlessness, irritability, upset stomach and even muscle tremors. If consumed in the late afternoon or evening, it can result in insomnia. Most adults can safely drink up to 400

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milligrams of caffeine each day without experiencing these negative side effects. One eight-ounce coffee contains about 100 milligrams, according to the Mayo Clinic. A 20-ounce coffee from the Library Café delivers about 75 percent of your daily limit. If you want to cut back on your caffeine consumption, there are some easy adjustments you can make to your daily routine. Try replacing some of your daily coffee or soda with green or black tea — these drinks still contain caffeine, but one third to one half the amount per eight ounce cup. It’s important to remember to stay hydrated as well. Fatigue and headaches are symptoms of mild dehydration –– before you reach for a cup of coffee as a pick-meup, make sure to drink some water. Finally, set a cutoff point in the early afternoon for any caffeine consumption. With more hours of deeper sleep, you may find yourself needing less coffee to get through your day.

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Faculty member threatened by mysterious male By Brielle Bryan News Editor Male individual threatens faculty member On Feb. 14, at approximately 2:40 p.m., Campus Police was dispatched to Forcina Hall to speak to a faculty member concerning several harassing phone calls. The faculty member said that a male individual had called her and left her a message accusing her of calling his mother and harassing him, police said. The faculty member called the male back at 2:45 p.m. He was irate, and threatened to come to her office. She said the caller said he would

“tell me off to my fucking face,” to which she hung up the phone, police said. The male individual is not enrolled in any classes at the College, police said. The faculty member stated that the male individual did not threaten her with physical violence. At 3:35 p.m., Campus Police called the individual on the phone to discuss his concerns and his behavior. The male was verbally hostile and would not confirm his identity. Campus Police asked him to confirm his identity so they could discuss the situation at hand, and the male hung up, police said. No further calls were made by Campus Police. The faculty member did not wish to sign a complaint at that time, and was

advised that a report would be made to document the male’s actions, police said. The female was additionally advised that if she needed an escort to and from her car, she should reach out to Campus Police and one would be provided. Backpack goes missing in Eickhoff Hall On Feb. 16, at 11 a.m., a female student arrived at Campus Police Headquarters to speak with officers regarding the theft of her backpack. The female stated that on Feb. 14, she left her black backpack in the dining area of Eickhoff Hall. She contacted Eickhoff Dining Services the following day to inquire if a backpack matching hers was turned in, and she was told they did not have any backpacks turned into them.

The student stated she searched inside her vehicle with negative results, police said. The black backpack was a shoulder bag with two straps, and contained a black Michael Kors wallet and key ring. The wallet contained one debit card, the student’s New Jersey driver’s license and two $100 bills, according to police reports. She stated there had not been suspicious debit card activity and that she would cancel her card. The key ring that was located in her backpack contained the student’s car key and three house keys, police said. A New Jersey victim notification form was completed. Anyone with information can contact Campus Police at (609) 771-2345.

Medicine / Speaker connects location and healthcare

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Blatt explains geography’s impact on public health.

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according to James Day, the assistant dean of the School of Arts and Communication. Blatt is also a former faculty member at West Chester University and a guest lecturer at Villanova University, and served as guest editor of the International Journal of Applied Geospatial Research and the Journal of Map and Geography Libraries. The New England Journal of Medicine reported in 2007

that 70 percent of the determinants of overall health are attributed to environmental factors and healthcare quality, while only 30 percent are due to genetics. “(Your doctor) checks your cholesterol, your glucose level, why doesn’t he check your surroundings –– the different toxic exposures that you’ve been around all your life accumulate in your body in silent and deadly ways,” Blatt said. One recent example of the geographical impact on public health was the Zika virus epidemic in early 2014 during the World Cup. This was a perfect example of a “mass gathering” –– a public event attended by at least 25,000 people for an extended period of time –– and also the perfect breeding ground for pathogens to spread to vulnerable hosts, according to Blatt. “Through mass gatherings, infectious diseases can be spread by global travelers to the local community and then again from the local community to the global travelers,” Blatt said. There were only 80 cases of the virus in 2016, but by March of 2017 there were more than 5,000 cases in the U.S., according to Blatt. Geographers were able to reveal where the disease patterns developed and how many people were affected. Geomedicine provides ways to track epidemics like the Zika virus by mapping the spread of diseases in certain populations, in order to stop it from being transmitted. Blatt described how until relatively recently, Nigerians were still using hand-drawn maps to target different populations that needed polio vaccinations. The World Health Organization and the Bill Gates Foundation deployed GPS and mobile mapping units for public health officials to more accurately and efficiently

distribute the polio vaccine to the Nigerian population, according to Blatt. Geography also impacts the quality of patient care. Blatt showed a video describing the research of Dr. Jeffrey Brenner, who developed the idea of medical hotspots, or certain geographical areas where patients are receiving low-quality care for too high of a price. With the locations of specific patients in different areas of Camden, New Jersey, Brenner helped organize the Camden Coalition, a team of social workers and nurses who make home visits to patients suffering from chronic illnesses, but don’t have the proper healthcare plans to get the best treatment. In the video, Brenner introduced one such patient named Derek who suffered from asthma and seizures and made 35 visits to the emergency room in a period of six months. After he started his work with coalition, that number went from 35 to just two. Blatt emphasized how ideas like Brenner’s can have a large scale impact on Americans who are negatively affected by the current healthcare system. Brenner’s idea is in the process of being applied not just to Camden, but across the country. Geomedicine programs are being developed at universities around the country, such as the University of Michigan and Duke University, and Blatt sees hope for this new perspective on medicine and its impact on patients on local and global levels. “If we can understand why people move, how they move, the notion of geographic perspectives will allow us to bridge the conceptual divide between public health and patient care,” Blatt said.

New Jersey Teacher of the Year speaks at College By Alexandra Raskin Staff Writer

This year’s recipient of the New Jersey State Teacher of the Year award and 2018 National Teacher of the Year finalist Amy Andersen spoke to a large crowd of students, most of whom some type of education major, about the fulfillment of working in the deaf education field in the Education Building Room 115 on Feb. 20. Throughout the talk, hosted by the Student New Jersey Education Association, Andersen spoke about the value of diversity, the joys of teaching and the importance of guaranteeing every child “the right to their voice.” Andersen is currently an American Sign Language teacher at Ocean City High School in Cape May County. She was introduced to ASL at age 7 when her mother, a teacher at a special services school, started taking classes to connect with a deaf student. “I loved it,” Andersen said. “I immediately connected to signing.” A blossoming career as a flutist

diverted Andersen’s attention from ASL, and she pursued her orchestral dreams at Indiana University. However, for Andersen, “ASL was still back there, hanging on.” During her junior year of college, Andersen took an ASL class and reconnected with the deaf community for the first time since elementary school. There, she volunteered in a kindergarten classroom despite her promising future in the music field. “Something was pulling me towards teaching,” Andersen said. After completing her bachelor’s degree in flute performance, Andersen went on to McDaniel College and graduated with a master’s degree in deaf education. “The real passion in my life was being with children,” Andersen said. “It was a feeling that really couldn’t compare with anything else.” Andersen went on to teach the deaf for eight years in Boston before moving back to New Jersey in 2004. At this time, Ocean City High School was beginning its ASL program, and Andersen immediately became involved. Under Andersen’s guiding hand,

the program grew exponentially, from 42 students enrolled in its first year to more than 140, with more on a waiting list. The program allowed students’ passion for signing to flourish, and for over a decade, Andersen’s students learned to love a culture that they may not have been exposed to without her classes. Her students’ triumphs exemplify her success as an educator. One student became an interpreter for Madonna, and another interprets for Michelle Obama. About 85 percent of students have achieved the seal of biliteracy. Andersen told her audience a story about a deaf child named Cole. The lack of resources for deaf children in New Jersey forced Cole to live life with relatively little language — that is, until Andersen became involved. Andersen fought for Cole relentlessly. Through her efforts, Cole became the first toddler in New Jersey to have a paraprofessional with him during daycare, five hours per day, five days per week. “His language just exploded,” Andersen said.

Even the other toddlers in Cole’s class began to sign. Andersen calls moments like these some of the most impactful of her career. “Teaching is one of the greatest honors of my life,” Andersen said. “I love the moments of uncontrollable laughter with students. I love the joy and confidence.” While her initial goal was to empower deaf children, Andersen has also inspired the hearing to become involved in and passionate about the deaf community. Her involvement

has allowed hearing children to learn a new form of communication, and bettered the lives of many hearing and non-hearing individuals. “I can remember many mornings driving to school and just feeling gloomy, and then driving home and overflowing, because just one student felt that spark of inspiration,” Andersen said. “I found a passion, I found what I love to do every single day –– If at the end of the day you’ve ignited that spark in just one child, then you have succeeded.”

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Andersen shares her passion for ASL with students.

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SG recognizes two new campus organizations

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Fruit / Students dissatisfied with campus dining both mental and physical performance is becoming more and more clear,â€? Mendes said. “Offering foods that are good for students’ bodies and brains is a priority for my team and I.â€? :KHQ DVNHG VSHFLĂ€FDOO\ ZKHUH the College’s produce come from, Mendes referred to the maps hanging around Eickhoff. According to Mendes, the map lists farms for Kegel’s Produce, one of the College’s two produce distribution vendors. The other is Sysco, a multinational foodservice company with hundreds of locations ranging from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. “Items that may come through 6\VFR FRXOG EH VSHFLĂ€F WR D theme meal or customized menu,â€? Mendes said. “At times, we do get produce through them as well.â€? Michelle Lampariello / Managing Editor College students are under imHoneydew and cantaloupe are among the typical fruits offered in Eickhoff Hall. mense pressure to excel academicontinued from page 1 cantaloupe, which sit in metal tins bowls could be empty. cally, complete internships and line at the yogurt station. At other dining areas on cam- up post-graduate jobs. The lack of Pareja has an allergy that preThe fruit bowls rotate daily, pus, making healthy choices is available fruits and vegetables is vents her from eating fruit with according to Patrice Mendes, the HYHQ PRUH GLIĂ€FXOW $W WKH (GXFD- an additional burden for boarding added preservatives. College’s Sodexo general manager, tion CafĂŠ, a three-inch-tall plastic students who are dependent on So“Here, you never know when who explained the challenges So- container of strawberries is $2.99. dexo for all of their meals. it’s fresh or not,â€? Pareja said. dexo faces with the placement of :LWK DQ DYHUDJH RI IRXU RU Ă€YH “I don’t hate Eickhoff,â€? said Monotonous cuisine is most fruits like apples, melon and can- strawberries per container, each Seana Cleary, a freshman nursing prominent in Eickhoff, where taloupe. According to health code strawberry costs approximately major. “I feel like there’s always most students who live on campus guidelines, fruit with edible skin 75 cents each. options, even if it doesn’t seem eat dinner. Though most of the 10 must be placed behind a sneeze “Sodexo pricing is based on like there are. You can’t hate evmicro-restaurants serve a steamed guard, a slab of glass protectant. cost to us from our vendors,â€? ery single thing that’s in there. For vegetable, carbohydrate and source “Apples have been available Mendes said. “Items such as what it is, it could be worse.â€? of protein every day, the lack of daily, but due to this restriction they strawberries are high cost due to Food quality is also an imporfresh fruit is still apparent. are not as visible as the oranges and them being out of season in this tant component in making a college There are several bowls of ba- bananas that we can put out more area ‌ getting a popular item like decision for high school seniors. nanas, oranges and apples dotted prominently,â€? Mendes said. strawberries out of season increasEach August, millions of colthroughout the hall, displayed on For most of October last es the price.â€? lege freshmen across the U.S. trancounters between bags of chips, year, the apples were nowhere Despite the rarity and high cost sition from home-cooked meals to next to the salad bar and at the WR EH IRXQG EHIRUH WKH\ Ă€QDOO\ of fresh produce, Sodexo repre- campus dining. back of an alcove called My Zone, returned to their usual corner sentatives emphasize the imporThe $20 billion corporation an area dedicated to gluten-free by My Zone. Their presence re- tance of healthy eating. services schools, jails, hospitals options. On a typical day, avail- mains a gamble, however, and “The connection between how and military bases in more than able fruits include honeydew and depending on the time of day, the eating healthy positively affects 80 countries, according to The

Investigative Fund. Some students enjoy Eickhoff’s bustling environment. “I like Eickhoff because there’s a ton of food, it’s very convenient and I like the atmosphere,â€? said Cooper Lang, a freshman mechanical engineering major. “I like the people who work there. It’s pretty much the overall experience that makes it for me.â€? In New Jersey, Sodexo is on Ă€YH FDPSXVHV LQFOXGLQJ :LOOLDP Paterson, Ramapo College and Saint Peter’s University, according to Mendes. On the College’s campus, students with dietary restrictions are subject to additional setbacks. Despite the addition of an on-staff nutrition manager, Pareja explained, getting food in the dining hall is a struggle that forces her to eat breakfast and lunch in her dorm almost every day. “The problem is, the nutritionist isn’t with you 24/7 to enforce that,â€? Pareja said. “Even if I didn’t have the food allergy, it ZRXOG VWLOO EH KDUG WR Ă€QG D YDULety of healthy food.â€? Students with allergies and meal restrictions including vegetarianism and veganism have also been frustrated with campus dining. “I think for vegetarian options, a lot of places on campus are lacking,â€? said Meghan Feeley, a freshman art education major. The quality of food available to students has the potential to put a damper on campus life, especially for students with dietary restrictions. However, despite its shortcomings, on-campus dining options appeal to those looking for D Ă€OOLQJ PHDO ZLWK GDLO\ YDULHW\

Career  fair  offers  occupational  opportunities

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employers who did not attend last year. “We have a lot of the same employers, which is nice to have some consistency, but 7KH 6WXGHQW 5HFUHDWLRQ &HQWHU ZDV Ă€OOHG this year we have a lot of new employers ‌ with representatives from different compa- it’s nice to see how the name recognition of nies and industries on Feb. 21., providing the College is spreading,â€? Klokis said. students with a chance to explore potenSeveral returning employers spoke hightial future employment opportunities at the ly of students from the College who were semiannual career fair. hired as interns. The career fair served as a networking “We’ve really loved our interns from opportunity for students and employers, as TCNJ,â€? said Tyler Stamberger, the guest well as a chance for students to learn about experience supervisor at Six Flags Great internships and job opportunities. Accord- Adventure. “We want to make sure that we ing to Debra Klokis, associate director of come back to who does us good.â€? the College’s Career Center, the College has Wendy Soos, the director of Jewish Combeen hosting career fairs for more than 15 munity Center of Princeton Mercer Bucks years. This year, there were 20 to 25 new and Abrams Camps, also praised students

from the College that the community center has hired. “We have several staff members that are currently going to TCNJ,â€? Soos said. “They have such a high caliber teaching program and we’re always looking for teachers.â€? Johnson & Johnson had the most representation out of all the employers, and had an entire row of tables with representatives available to talk to students. ´:H¡UH GHĂ€QLWHO\ RQH RI WKH ELJJHU RUganizations that recruit out of TCNJ,â€? said Kristina Parag, a customer strategy analyst for Johnson & Johnson. “People like to work for companies that they relate to ‌ we have a great reputation.â€? Various booths featured many types of

RFFXSDWLRQDO HQYLURQPHQWV IURP Ă€QDQFLDO servicing companies to amusement parks, as well as many other options for students to explore and build professional connections. Sumaya Sippy, a sophomore public health PDMRU ZDV IRFXVHG RQ PDNLQJ JRRG Ă€UVW LPpressions on potential employers at the fair. ´,¡P GHĂ€QLWHO\ ORRNLQJ WR QHWZRUN DQG build some relationships with companies I might want to work for in the future,â€? Sippy said. $V VWXGHQWV EHJDQ WR Ă€OH RXW RI WKH RQFH crowded Recreation Center at the end of the fair, employers packed up their belongings and prepared to return to their workplaces — both happy to have made new connections and lasting impressions.

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Lib / Gitenstein bestowed title of president emeritus

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Special counsel investigation yields 13 indictments By Jesse Stiller Staff Writer A federal grand jury announced the indictments of 13 Russian nationals and three companies on Feb. 15, following the investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election, according to NBC. The Department of Justice unsealed the full 37-page indictment detailing the charges brought against the nationals and entities, according to The New York Times. The document charges the indictees with conspiracy to defraud the U.S., aggravated identity theft and conspiracy to commit wire and bank fraud. Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein said that the alleged criminals conducted “information warfare,” according to NBC. “The indictment alleges that the Russian conspirators want to promote discord in the United States and undermine public confidence in democracy,” Rosenstein said in a news conference reported by NBC. “We must not allow them to succeed.” Most of the indictments targeted a company based in St. Petersburg, Russia called the “Internet Research Agency,” according to The New York Times. The company promoted propaganda meant to sway Americans to vote for then-Republican party candidate Donald

Trump, according to The Washington Post. Richard Pinedo, a 28-year-old man from California, pleaded guilty to identity fraud, according to The New York Times. Some of Pinedo’s clients are targets of the special counsel inquiry. Court documents show that Pinedo is currently cooperating with Robert Mueller, the head of the special counsel leading the investigation, according to The New York Times. The Internet Research Agency was able to quickly begin operations on social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook to push content that often incorporated falsified information. One account, posing as the Tennessee Republican Party, had hundreds of thousands of followers, according to The New York Times. “Russian efforts to disrupt the 2016 U.S. election, in part by abusing social media platforms, go against everything we at Twitter believe,” said a Twitter spokesman, according to The Washington Post. “Any activity of this kind is intolerable, and we all must do more to prevent it.” President Trump tweeted a response within hours of the indictments, according to The New York Times. “Russia started their anti-U.S. campaign in 2014, long before I announced that I would run for President,” Trump wrote. “The results of the election were not impacted. The Trump campaign did nothing wrong - no collusion!”

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Mueller leads the inquiry into the 2016 election.

These are the latest indictments from Mueller’s investigation, which has already criminally charged numerous Trump associates including his former campaign chairman Paul Manafort and former national security advisor Michael T. Flynn. The special counsel continues to investigate the extent of the Russian outreach before, during and after the 2016 election, according to The New York Times.

Former student kills 17 in Florida school shooting

Mourning Parkland residents call for an end to gun violence. By Joseph Volpe Correspondent

An armed 19-year-old former student shot and killed 17 people and wounded 14 more on Feb. 14 at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, according to The Washington Post. “It’s a horrific, horrific day,” said Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel, according to The Washington Post. “It’s catastrophic. There really are no words.” The identified suspect is Nikolas Cruz, who was previously expelled from Marjory Stoneman Douglas due to disciplinary reasons,

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according to The Washington Post. “It is a horrific situation,” said Robert Runcie, Parkland’s district superintendent. “It is a horrible day for us.” The school shooting is the nation’s deadliest since the 2012 attack in Newtown, Connecticut, according to the Boston Globe. Cruz, equipped with a gas mask and smoke grenades, first set off the fire alarm to lure students out of their classrooms, according to the Boston Globe. He was armed with an AR-15 assault rifle and numerous magazines, according to ABC. “We had a fire drill early in the day, so we really didn’t know what was going on,” said

17-year-old Ryan Kadel, a senior at Marjory Stoneman Douglas, according to The Washington Post. “We went outside, and we saw a security guard on a golf cart driving really fast and yelling at us to run. People were texting, trying to find out what was going on. Kids were crying; some people were freaking out.” Cruz then tried to escape by blending in with other escaping students, but was caught by law enforcement and taken into custody shortly after, according to ABC. “I’m kind of surprised it happened here, but I’m not really shocked,” said Kadel, according to The Washington Post. “School shootings happen all the time, and then the news just forgets about them.” The shooting revitalized conversations about gun control regulations and school security. In a press conference on Thursday, Feb. 22, Israel said that after reviewing the school’s security camera footage, it was found that the only officer stationed there, Deputy Scot Peterson, never entered the school to engage the shooter, instead taking cover outside while shooting occurred, according to The New York Times. “He never went in,” Israel said, describing himself as feeling “devastated, sick to my stomach.”

“There are no words,” Israel said, according to The New York Times. The FBI also received warnings about Cruz in the past as recently as last month. The FBI received a tip from someone who knew heard that Cruz owned a gun and talked about committing a school shooting, according to The New York Times. Another tip referenced a comment Cruz made on YouTube, stating that he wanted to be “a professional school shooter.” Families and students voiced their anguish at the White House on Feb. 21 as part of a listening session with President Donald Trump, according to The New York Times. “It should have been one school shooting, and we should have fixed it — and I’m pissed,” said Andrew Pollack, who lost his daughter Meadow in the shooting, according to The New York Times. “Because my daughter, I’m not going to see (her) again.” Trump offered his condolences, and took the opportunity to raise the idea of potentially arming teachers as a method of school security. “I know you’ve been through a lot,” Trump said, according to The New York Times. “All I can say is that we’re fighting hard for you, and we will not stop.”

Brazilian president orders military intervention in Rio

By Cassie Sokoloff Correspondent

Brazilian President Michel Temer ordered military control of Rio de Janeiro on Feb. 16, just days after the city’s famous Carnival celebration was tainted by an increase in crime and violence in the area, according to The Washington Post. The mandate, which will expire in December, gives extensive control to the Brazilian military with the goal of reestablishing security. Command of police forces was given to General Walter Souza Barag Netto, who coordinated security in Rio at the 2016 Summer Olympic Games, according to The Washington Post. The festivities of Carnival, the city’s largest and most culturally identifying event, were rife with

muggings, assaults on tourists and drug trafficking. According to The Washington Post, violent crime in the city has reached a 15-year high. At the signing ceremony, Temer reassured the public that the military and police will work together to reclaim the city, which has a population of 6.5 million. “Together, the police and armed forces will combat and confront those who have kidnapped our cities,” Temer said, according to The New York Times. “Prison cells will no longer be thieves’ personal offices. Public squares will no longer be the reception halls for organized crime.” There has not been federal military intervention in state affairs in Brazil since the nation ended its 21-year long military dictatorship in 1985. Brazil’s congress

approved Temer’s orders on Feb. 20, according to ABC News. The order comes at a time of economic crisis. The country has been in a deep economic recession in the last decade, and Rio’s police budget began to dwindle as the city went bankrupt. Areas that were previously heavily policed were overtaken by organized crime and gang violence, according to The Washington Post. The public’s response to the military intervention has been mixed. Some believe military intervention would benefit the city, while other residents are unsure if their involvement will bring permanent change. Given the upcoming presidential elections, some are especially suspicious of the order being used as a means of increasing Temer’s reputation, according

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Police and military forces fight rampant crime in Rio.

to BBC. “I’m afraid of the police,” said Rita de Cassia Santos de Silva, a 53-year-old Rio native, according to The New York Times. “They go in and take whatever they want. I think people really only obey the army.” Despite skepticism from the public, Temer aims to eradicate

Rio’s status as one of the most dangerous cities in the world. “We were not ready. There were mistakes in the first days and we reinforced the patrols,” Temer said, according to BBC. “The government will give tough and firm answers, taking all necessary measures to eradicate organized crime.”

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Editorial

One helping hand can go a long way

The increasing prevalence of social media platforms provides us with a one-of-a-kind opportunity. I’m not talking about the opportunity to “slide into the DMs” for a virtual conversation with that girl you are too afraid to approach in person, although that may be helpful. I’m referring to the access of the thoughts and mental construction of the individuals that we follow, available at our fingertips. While it’s easy to scroll through Facebook or Twitter without consciously comprehending every tweet, post or GIF engulfing our timelines, these platforms are designed to be a simulated soapbox for their users. On Twitter, “What’s happening?” is the default message before the composition of a tweet. On Facebook, “What’s on your mind?” greets its users in a box, encouraging a post that dives into each user’s consciousness. Whether you like it or not, you will inevitably encounter a tweet or a post that is a muffled cry for help. As a college student, sometimes it’s difficult to have a complete understanding of our own lives, let alone the lives of those around us. Weeks fly by and through the accumulation of exams, assignments and social obligations, entire weeks can start to feel like mere days. Constantly looking out for each other’s mental well-being is a lot to ask for, but it is imperative that we do so. We aren’t trained psychologists. Most of us don’t possess the ability to reach out to someone we barely know and probe for a deeper issue that might be on their minds, but that is not the point. The objective of reaching out is not necessarily to resolve an internal problem someone may be having, but instead it is to project empathy and relatability while being a set of open ears and open arms for someone to confide in. Unfortunately since I’ve graduated high school almost three years ago, a handful of my peers have taken their own lives. In a time where a vast amount of our communication occurs online, there were signs. This is not to say that all of these instances are detectable through social media, or that all signs of dissatisfaction should be assumed to end in the worst possible way. It is strictly a matter of awareness and offering a helping hand to those who may need it. It’s not always easy to decipher the intentions of a post. It’s almost natural to get caught up in the virtual nature of social media, where you neglect to recognize the number of eyes reading your Facebook posts or the infinite lifespan of a tweet. We are becoming progressively desensitized to the personal information we consume on social media every day due to the alarmingly high volume of it. However, there are solutions. Once in a while, take a step back and scroll through Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or Snapchat and examine the thoughts, habits and lifestyle of your peers with a more conscientious mindset. Rather than looking at your timelines as a method of entertainment or an attempt to speed up those last 15 minutes of your Tuesday night three-hour class, I challenge you to look at them from a different perspective, one in which those photos or public posts might have an underlying meaning. An ounce of empathy may be exactly what someone needs. A helping hand, either virtual or in real life, can go a long way. — Malcolm Luck Sports Editor

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Opinions

‘Peter Rabbit’ promotes food allergy bullying

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Peter Rabbit and friends attack their enemy with blackberries. By Michelle Lampariello In an effort to capitalize on children’s love for a classic slapstick routine, Sony’s “Peter Rabbit” was right on target — if the target was showing young children a textbook example of how to bully someone with a food allergy. During a scene in which Peter Rabbit and his animal companions are attacking their enemy Mr. McGregor, the animals throw blackberries at him, knowing that he is allergic to the fruit. A berry lands in his mouth, and he begins to have an allergic reaction. McGregor then reaches for his EpiPen, and injects himself to alleviate his symptoms.

As an anaphylaxis survivor who is often anxious about how having a food allergy affects my health and safety, I am appalled. I am baffled that after rounds of editing and testing, a scene that promotes endangering others, makes light of a life-threatening condition and depicts a scenario that can be deeply upsetting for children with allergies made it into the final version of the film. I don’t need my personal experiences to know how serious anaphylaxis is. It seems like common sense to respect the dangers of a condition that has the power to close your throat and stop your heart. But for the team behind “Peter Rabbit,” allergies aren’t serious — they’re comical. “Peter Rabbit” normalizes

food allergy bullying, which one out of three kids with a food allergy experiences, according to Food Allergy Research & Education. After a petition brought bullying concerns to Sony’s attention, the company issued an apology. However, any film advertised as a children’s comedy that makes some of its target audience anxious to go to school the next day needs more than an apology. Instead of profiting off of the “comedic” allergic reaction scene, Sony should donate some of the film’s proceeds to FARE. These funds could be used for campaigns to prevent future bullying incidents, allow affordable access to epinephrine auto-injectors or contribute to research for a cure. The argument that what happened to McGregor in the scene is excusable because he was able to quickly self-medicate is rooted in the misconception that an EpiPen is a magic wand that can stop any reaction — it can’t. Even if epinephrine truly was an all-powerful antidote, the scene is still offensive to anyone who relies on the hormone to have some semblance of security. Maintaining constant access to epinephrine is annoying enough for an adult, but for a young child, the idea of constantly carrying medicine that needs to be injected, not swallowed, in case of an emergency

can be upsetting. As some children sat in the theater with their EpiPen’s tucked safely in their mothers’ purses inches away, I can imagine their anxiety as McGregor struggles and has to inject himself with epinephrine to survive. Most young children burst into tears at the thought of getting a flu shot, never mind a needle with a looming presence in their daily lives in case of an emergency. A children’s movie is supposed to be lighthearted and family friendly, and not include content that mocks a certain condition or disability. Would the blackberry scene have made it to theaters if Peter Rabbit and his friends were preying on an intellectual or physical disability of McGregor’s? People with food allergies live relatively “normal” lives compared to other people with conditions that classify as disabilities, but just because allergies are not physically apparent does not mean they shouldn’t be taken seriously. Children with allergies can’t be as carefree as their peers. They are constantly reading labels, or bringing food to a guardian to be checked for them. They will never be able to eat at certain restaurants, and will never know what some foods taste like. These children always have to pay close attention to their surroundings, and ensure that no one is touching

or getting too close to them with an allergen. These children are trained to protect themselves from the moment they receive a diagnosis. In some ways, they will not be able to have “normal” childhoods. But for a few hours, these children should be able to watch a movie that doesn’t mock their reality. Anaphylaxis and allergies are often portrayed in the media in an offensive manner. Even some of my favorite shows, like “The Big Bang Theory” and “Parks and Recreation” joke about allergic reactions — but these shows are marketed to adults, who should hopefully be able to recognize the gravity of allergies in real life. Children who see “Peter Rabbit” may not understand that allergies are not to be joked about or ignored. Sony is welcoming the possibility of an increase in food allergy bullying by showing children an example of “the good guys” taking part in such reckless behavior. People with allergies are not victims — we are survivors who live every day knowing that even if we do everything right, our Kryptonite may still find its way onto our skin or into our mouths. Both adults and children with allergies deserve to be respected, or at the very least, deserve to go to the movies without seeing our biggest fear used to make people laugh.

Letter to the Editor: Library name hasty decision To the surprise of many students walking around campus this week, a change seemed to occur nearly out of nowhere — the renaming of the TCNJ Library to R. Barbara Gitenstein Library. While I had found out by reading the “Sunshine Agenda” (that email most students ignore) that a resolution was to be passed in honor of Gitenstein during the Board of Trustees meeting, I was shocked by lack of student inclusion and failure to make the campus community aware of such an honor. I then began wondering, what does it take to get your name on a building at the College? According to the College’s policy titled, “Naming an Asset,” there are two instances in which an asset will be named: “a donor has made or proposed to make a gift”, or, “it is deemed appropriate to honor a distinguished Named Beneficiary that has a significant connection to the College.” While it is undeniable that President Gitenstein has a connection with the campus,

what makes this ‘significant’? There are many former presidents who lack a building named after them on campus. I would question whether the majority of the campus community has even interacted with the president, and how many even know her name. Just because an individual takes on the role of president of our institution and completes their job, does that qualify as a significant connection and thus their name on a building? I would argue against this idea. With a ceremony held at 5 p.m. on a Tuesday (which I only know because I happened to be walking through the library) — why were students not involved? After all, it is our campus and a building which many of us spend hours in each week. Sure, the sign outside of the building says R. Barbara Gitenstein Library, but I’ll still be calling it the Lib.

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New signage reflects the library’s name change.

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Gun debate stigmatizes mental health

Mental illness and gun violence unrelated By Steven King In the wake of a tragic shooting at a Florida high school, many citizens and politicians have been quick to place blame on a lack of gun control in the U.S., particularly as it relates to mental health. Politicians often suggest that mental illness is to blame for mass shootings. While gun control is important for us to discuss as a nation, it is ignorant and disingenuous to blame mass shootings on mental illness. Anyone with a mental illness, whether it falls under the category of a mood disorder, traumarelated disorder or personality disorder, deserves compassion, empathy and support. After each mass shooting, the public immediately assumes that the perpetrator is mentally ill, and politicians tend to exaggerate this correlation. The majority of news coverage involving mental health focus on violent stories, which perpetuates a misleading and harmful stereotype for an already stigmatized group of people. One in five Americans struggles with a mental illness, according to The National Alliance on Mental Illness, meaning approximately

43.8 million Americans are affected every year. Violent crime perpetrated individuals with a serious mental illness made up approximately 3 percent of all violent crime, and an even smaller percentage commit crimes involving firearms, according to The American Psychiatric Association. It is important to recognize that a vast majority of individuals with a mental illness are not dangerous — gun control policies targeting this population will most likely fail to curb gun violence overall. From a policy perspective, gearing gun control toward those with mental illnesses is counterproductive. In fact, it has already been tried. The National Instant Background Check System Improvement Act of 2008 led to a drastic increase in the number of mental health record submissions. Since the passage of that act, the FBI reported an increase in mass shootings, illustrating that targeting people with a mental illness does not actually curb violent crime. Due to a general misunderstanding and a lack of education regarding mental illness, it is no surprise that many jump to the

Students evacuate Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School the day of the shooting. conclusion that individuals with mental illnesses are dangerous. This stigma is both inaccurate and immature, and we need to actively work to end it. I am an advocate for improved mental health care in this country,

and I am optimistic that an improvement in the system will eventually become a reality. I hope that the conversation regarding mental illness will continue in a productive and understanding manner, without further stigmatizing people who

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have done nothing wrong. Assistance for the mentally ill should not come from a place of fear that they are potential perpetrators of violence, but from a genuine interest in helping our fellow citizens.

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Students share opinions around campus “What is to blame for mass shootings in the US?”

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Quen Olivacce, a sophomore biology major. “We need to address underlying issues like bullying, depression and anxiety.”

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Ciara Gaertner, a freshman elementary education and history double major.

“There is no need for a civilian to have a military-grade weapon.”

“How does the media affect children?”

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Trish Quinn, a freshman health and exercise science major. “Media can point kids in a specific direction of thinking, so they can’t develop their own thoughts.”

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Danielle Han, a junior international studies major. “Representation matters. If a child can relate to a character or actor, it can build their confidence.”

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Arts & Entertainment

Laugh / SNL comedians use College as punchline

Left: Moffat speaks with a confusing German accent to the audience. Right: Bayer pokes fun at the predictability of ‘Friends.’ continued from page 1

obvious tropes, impersonated and exaggerated each character’s quirk and incorporated herself into a hypothetical episode as Ross’ new girlfriend for the bit. After an episode’s worth of ups and downs, Bayer was left hungry and alone in the streets of the West Side by the end of the skit — all because she went out on a date with Ross. “How many lives have to be ruined for Ross and Rachel to be together?” Bayer said. For long-time SNL fans in the crowd, Bayer mentioned a throwback that made audience members hoot

and holler. Mrotzek was hoping that she would get to see Bayer do a Miley Cyrus impersonation in real life, and she was not disappointed. “She is spot-on and even though she exaggerates the accent a little bit it just makes it that much funnier,” Mrotzek said. Even though Bayer is no longer an SNL cast member, she is still active in the world of comedy. Bayer took advantage of the captive audience to show an episode of her comedy web series, Sound Advice, and closed off the show with a zinger. “I watch (SNL) almost every week,” Mrotzek said.

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“So when I knew they were coming, I knew I had to buy tickets for it.” Benjamin Zander, a senior communication studies and journalism and professional writing double major, enjoyed being an active audience member throughout the show. Throughout the night, Zander was dubbed “Mr. New York,” “the coolest guy on campus” and “double thumbsup” for his reaction to a question asked during the show. The chemistry between the comedians and Zander enhanced the show for him. “They were really good at one-on-one interaction,” Zander said. “It makes it a lot more special and memorable.

Student soloists sing strong and smooth selections By Grant Playter Staff Writer Three student soloists belted out an eclectic mix of pop, rock and indie selections to an eager audience on Friday, Feb. 23 in the Traditions Lounge, as part of Student Soloist Night hosted by the College Union Board. Dylan Lembo, a freshman international studies major and a member of the Manasquanbased rock band Garage Sale, kicked off the show. Lembo was cracking jokes from the minute he took the stage until his finalé, a quality that reflected his style of music. “I play fun, upbeat, ’80s inspired rock ‘n’ roll,” Lembo said with a bright smile. True to his word, Lembo delivered a fun and lively performance, tapping his foot in time with the strumming of his guitar. Lembo proved himself a lyricist capable of creating original songs that combined odd concepts with innovative wordplay for his entire set. “I Could Do a Kickflip” was about Lembo wishing he could do a kickflip, while “Carrier Pigeon” was one of two songs that detailed Lembo’s fascination with Mike Tyson. By the end of the first song of his setlist, “San Pellegrino,” audience members were already tapping their feet along with Lembo. “He just plays very quirky, very

funny songs that are unbelievably catchy,” said Jack Sofka, a sophomore English major and CUB Alt Co-Chair who helped organize the event. “(He’s) just a really entertaining performer.” Following Lembo’s performance was Rob Birnbohm, a senior graphic design major, who opened his performance by noting that he had wanted to perform since he attended Student Soloist Night as an audience member during his freshman year. “A lot of my feelings during this performance were based on the fact that I had put off doing this for so long,” Birnbohm said. “I had wanted to do the student soloist night for four years at this point and every time I made some kind of excuse ... I had to put my foot down and tell myself that ‘Yeah, you’re gonna do it, you’re gonna do it this semester because it’s your last friggin’ chance.’” Birnbohm performed on his guitar, adding percussion with a tambourine attached to his foot. With a wide vocal range and a strong, smooth melody, Birnbohm covered songs like Newton Faulkner’s “Dream Catch Me” and The Verve Pipe’s “The Freshmen.” Ben Spizuco, a freshman interactive multimedia major and the sole member of Hello Whirled, closed the show. Spizuco performed a variety of original works on electric guitar.

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Birnbohm plays catchy, dulcet tones with his guitar and tambourine. While Spizuco’s performance was well executed, there were some technical issues between the venue’s sound equipment and Spizuco’s amp, cutting several of the songs short. Despite the technical difficulties, Spizuco persevered. His final song, “Romantic Distance,” described the struggle of being aromantic and had an almost hypnotizing quality that reverberated through the lounge.

“(Spizuco was) also great,” Sofka said. “The writing that he does is really interesting and I always appreciate it.” Spizuco has released 30 albums since October 2013, including the 13 albums he started working on as Hello Whirled since October 2016. “This is all I do with my free time so I get a lot done,” Spizuco said, laughing. All of the performers took their

place on stage with a gracious attitude. Singers played through the occasionally forgotten lyric or wrong note with a smile. “I think if there’s anything I could pass on to underclassmen, especially to those who perform and stuff, don’t take this time for granted,” Birnbohm said. “Do these performances, it doesn’t matter if you do one, two, or three or all of them. Put yourself out there.”

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A capella groups unite at Pitchfest By Julia Dzurillay Staff Writer Aaliyah Jordan, the musical director of a capella group the Monmouth Seasharps, felt a mixture of nervousness and excitement as she waited offstage. Her group was missing a few singers, but they had rehearsed these songs for hours beforehand. When the moment came, she marched up to the front of the makeshift stage in the Brower Student Center and smiled at a room packed full of people. This was not Jordan’s first time at the College, but it was her first time performing here. She adjusted the microphones for her a capella group as shades of blue and purple bounced across a handmade banner behind them reading, “Pitchfest: Presented by The Trentones.” The College’s first ever “Pitchfest,” an a capella music festival, was held on Saturday, Feb. 24, and featured a capella groups from colleges such as Rutgers University, Rowan University, Monmouth University and West Chester University. “We just wanted to thank the Trentones for inviting us, it’s such an honor hearing other groups sing,” Jordan said as she introduced her group to the audience. A few “awws” escaped from members of the Trentones, seated

off to the side. “(The Trentones) are so talented,” Jordan said. “We all have such a deep appreciation for them as musicians and it’s just nice to know that we’re friends first and competitors second.” The Trentones opened the show with an arrangement of “Ain’t Got Far to Go” by Jess Glynne, featuring soloist Irene Yoon, a sophomore deaf education and biology major. Her smooth vocals captivated the audience with the first few notes. When asked how she prepares to sing solo, Yoon laughed. “I feel like if I practice too much, I psych myself out,” Yoon said. “I listen to the original sometimes, to grab a piece of inspiration.” The standout soloists from the evening, however, came from Deep Treble, Rutgers University’s self-described “premier co-ed a cappella group.” Kathryna Caparino shined during the group’s rendition of “Crazy in Love” by Beyonce, then Jannae Johnson’s powerful vocals came through clean and clear during the group’s cover of “I Want You Back” by The Jackson Five. Johnny Ferreira followed up Johnson’s effortless recital with a fantastic performance of “Don’t Stop Me Now” by Queen that would have made Freddie Mercury proud.

This week, WTSR’s Nelson Kelly and Brian Marino highlight some of the best new albums that the College’s own radio station, 91.3 FM WTSR, puts into its weekly rotation.

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A capella groups from local colleges bond over music.

Junior music education major Joseph Ahn hosted a beatbox battle during the event. Ahn has been the beatboxer for the Trentones since his freshman year. West Chester University’s co-ed acapella group, Under a Rest, delivered a spirited performance before the Trentones stepped up to their home stage to perform the last few songs of the evening. The Trentones performed their brand new International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella setlist, complete with smooth transitions and stunning choreography. “My favorite (song to perform) is probably ‘Walk on Water.’ It’s just so dynamic and in your face and it’s fun to let

everything go at the end of our set,” Ahn said.“We’ve known RoVo and the Seasharps from the ICCA competition two years ago and we’ve had a constant back and forth of wanting to visit each other since, so it’s nice to finally have them here for Pitchfest.” “We’re so glad that we’re starting this tradition this year,” said Madelyn Curtin, a senior music education major and the music director of the Trentones. After the Trentones finished, they were given a standing ovation from the other a capella groups, as well as the audience. “Thanks so much for having us, Trentones,” said Cristina Espinosa, president of Monmouth University’s Seasharps. “You’re perfect, you’re beautiful!”

‘Black Panther’ pounces over racial barriers

T’Challa (left) proves his strength in combat. By Darius Lewis Correspondent

No recent film has managed to penetrate today’s cultural zeitgeist the way “Black Panther” has since its debut on Feb. 16. Many factors contribute to what is being dubbed a cultural movement — from the almost entirely black cast on the international stage to the representation of a fictional African country with advanced technology. The film spits in the face of the racist perception of Africa as a perpetually impoverished continent devoid of intellectual innovation, all to the powerful soundtrack curated by rapper Kendrick Lamar. While all of those socio-political components are incredibly important, “none of that matters if the film is trash,” said Ryan Coogler, the director of “Black Panther.” Luckily for viewers, “Black Panther” delivers, and Marvel fans can say that this was one of the best blockbuster superhero films ever put to screen. Coogler is all over this movie and its perfectly-paced script that balances character development and audience-pleasing action. Though computer generated imagery was slightly overused in the last fight scene, Coogler’s work shines through in more grounded action sequences, especially the thrilling and chaotic scene set in a South

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Korean casino, which was filmed in one take and was similar in cinematography to the first boxing match in “Creed,” a 2015 film Coogler directed. The acting was just as good as the directing. Chadwick Boseman offers his composed, thoughtful portrayal of the titular Black Panther, also known as T’Challa. Our hero must learn quickly what it means to be a king — even his father, T’Chaka, doubted his leadership potential. “You are a good man, and it is hard for a good man to be a king,” T’Chaka said. This encapsulates the inner struggle that plagues T’Challa through the movie, and it makes for thrilling character moments for an otherwise stoic protagonist. While Boseman did an excellent job, the female warriors stole the show, namely Lupita Nyong’o as Nakia, Danai Gurira as Okoye and Letitia Wright as Shuri, T’Challa’s little sister. The dynamic between T’Challa and Shuri was hilariously clever. The natural portrayal of the relationship between an older brother and little sister makes the film that much more relatable and engrossing. The film was wise to let the dynamic supporting cast shine. Angela Bassett also appears as T’Challa’s mother, however, her character was disappointingly underwritten, with barely enough lines for her appearance to count more than a cameo.

In terms of character development, Daniel Kaluyya’s character, W’Kabi, similarly disappointed the audience. The arc jumped around and lacked structure, almost as if scenes that elaborated on his relationship with T’Challa were cut out of the final version. In terms of character depth, Michael B. Jordan’s Erik Killmonger was amazing and possessed fully realized motivations that acted as an antagonistic force. Killmonger is a welcome change in a franchise overrun with pale, flat villains that leave no lasting impression due to their floaty agendas or weak characterization. Killmonger embodies the themes of African-American identity, the legacy of slavery and globalization over isolationism. His tragic backstory drove the pathos of the movie forward. His character acts as the perfect foil to Black Panther, as his philosophy runs in complete opposition, effectively propelling T’Challa’s growth into the leader he was destined to become. It would be tragic not to mention Andy Serkis as Ulysses Klaw. Serkis obviously had fun with his role and gave a dynamic, manic and calculated performance. The intense twists in his facial expressions captured a frantic energy for Klaw similar to his performance as Gollum from “The Lord of the Rings.” “Black Panther” is a film that impacted both the Marvel Cinematic Universe and popular culture in general. Some fans are already excited for the second appearance of Wakanda in the next installment, “Avengers: Infinity War.” We are constantly shaped by media, and the fact that there is an international film with positive portrayals and narratives based on African culture is inspiring. With a current global box office draw of over $700 million, it is safe to say that movies that focus about black people do translate across cultures, and maybe the Hollywood blockbuster machine needs a cultural tune-up. As Shuri said, “Just because something works does not mean it cannot be improved.”

Band Name: Porches Album Name: “The House” Release Number: 3rd Hailing From: Pleasantville, New York Genre: Minimalist Sad Indie Electropop Label: Domino “The House” follows the release of Porches’ breakthrough album in 2016, “Pool,” an album just as minimalist as it is packed with gloomy synths. Porches return to its prior utilization of gloomy synths and spacey beats to create an album darker and more interesting than its previous album, “Pool.” Though it is still minimalist, Porches use more exciting instrumentation on this record. Many songs featured pounding drum beats and vocal effects. There were better vocals from Aaron Maine on this album than on “Pool.” Though dry at times, the album picks up as soon as it seems too empty. It becomes a captivating, dark, experimental and exciting listen, and the album is definitely worth one. Must Hear: “Find Me” and “Goodbye”

Band Name: King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard Album Name: “Gumboot Soup” Release Number: 13th Hailing From: Melbourne Genre: Psychedelic Garage Prog Rock Label: ATO Records Last year, King Gizzard promised five new records by the end of 2017. The second half of 2017 saw three surprise album releases courtesy of the bad boys from Melbourne, and the overall quality of each of these albums is staggering. As the title implies, “Gumboot Soup” features a wonderful of mix of genres. It features proggy ballads like “Superposition,” rip-roarin’ ragers like “All is Known,” blues-y musical journeys like “Barefoot Desert” to microtonal experiments like “Greenhouse Heat Death.” It is an excellent album from a prolific bamd. Must Hear: “All is Known,” “Beginner’s Luck” and “Muddy Water”

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Features

Presentation challenges racial misconceptions

Speaker sheds light on struggles of minorities By Kevin Doyle Correspondent Bryant K. Smith, also known as “The Human Potential Specialist,” visited the College to deliver an eye-opening presentation to a crowd of eager students in the Library Auditorium on Feb. 20. In a presentation hosted by Sigma Lambda Beta, Smith’s multimedia slideshow titled “I Am Not Racist: Black Student Identity, Development and Activism at a Predominately White Institution” informed his audience of how growing up in Chicago, one of the most racially segregated cities in the U.S., lead him to where he is today. Smith’s interactive presentation covered topics like race as a social construct and hip-hop culture. He incorporated his funny and energetic personality, yet carefully included serious subject matter when necessary. “We live in a time when you get in more trouble for calling someone a racist than you would for committing a racist act or for supporting racist ideologies,” Smith said. One part of the presentation included a video that featured an interaction between a black rapper, Joyner Lucas, and a racist white man. Set in an empty room with a table and two chairs, along with a hip-hop beat playing in the background, the two men attacked each other with racial slurs and harsh stereotypes, while blaming each other’s racial group for problems in the U.S. The shocking and brutal exchange caused the audience to fall silent. “The presentation was inspiring and eye-opening, but it can’t end here; we have

to actually make a change and enforce it on the community,” said Kashana Ricketts, a senior urban elementary education and history double major. Students were constantly mumbling to their neighbors and gasping in shock as Smith presented videos with racial slurs and offensive remarks. One student stood up out of a mix of excitement and anger to share his perspective after one of the videos. Though the presentation upset many people in the crowd, Smith strongly emphasized that this is the reality of racism in the U.S., and it must be recognized. Dejon Ricketts, a junior urban elementary education and history double major, said some of the videos and pictures he saw during the presentation were disturbing, but important for people to see. “This event should be publicized and not only exposed to a small intimate space,” Ricketts said. Novia Brooks, a senior sociology major, agreed that Smith’s presentations should have been shown to a larger audience of campus community members. “The videos we watched were just disgusting because you don’t always know the context of them,” Brooks said. Smith holds a Bachelor of Science in mass communication and a Master of Science in organizational communication. He has presented at more than 500 college campuses and is the author of nine published books. Smith frequently paused his presentation to spend time asking questions about some of the students’ reactions to certain slides. Some slides displayed the brutal honesty of racial stereotypes. Others were

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Smith shows the audience divisive and thought-provoking videos. focused around false equivalencies, or an argument that simultaneously condemns and excuses both sides of a dispute by claiming that both are equally guilty of inappropriate behavior or bad reasoning. Smith illustrated false equivalency in his presentation by describing a white nationalist flaunting his gun collection in a hotel room who claimed that this behavior was justified since innocent people died at what was supposed to be a peaceful protest against racism in Charlottesville, Virginia. Smith connected his point about the problems of defining people based on race to celebrities like Halle Berry and her mixed-race daughter Nahla. Smith asked the audience if her identity should be defined racially or culturally. No one in the crowd could answer the question.

Smith compared common arguments on the existence of racism in the U.S. to age-old debate of whether or not ghosts are real. “Race can be treated in a similar way because some people may ignore race but as fake as it is, it impacts your life — whether you believe in it or not,” Smith said. Michael Rojas, a junior mechanical engineering major, programming chair of the Unified Greek Council and president of Sigma Lambda Beta, organized this event for the College. Rojas previously attended one of Smith’s presentations in Washington D.C. and was immediately inspired. “I figured that hearing it at a more predominantly white institution, like TCNJ, would be very beneficial,” Rojas said.

Dean Keep prepares for new academic position

By Elizabeth Zakaim News Editor

The first time Dean William Keep set foot on New Jersey soil was as a 17-year-old Coast Guard recruit starting boot camp in Cape May. He never imagined that he would end up at the College, but he is grateful that he did. Keep, who is currently the dean of the School of Business, was named Interim Provost and Vice

President for Academic Affairs on Feb. 6, according to a campus-wide email from College President R. Barbara Gitenstein. The announcement came shortly after a Jan. 31 email that explained that the College’s current provost, Jacqueline Taylor, intends to retire at the end of June. Taylor’s accomplishments during her tenure include the revision of the College’s governance document, her work with diversity and

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inclusion and help with the development of the new STEM building, according to Gitenstein’s email. As interim provost, Keep will be responsible for the academic programming involved in all seven academic schools, the library, global engagement, liberal learning and other academic programs at the College. The change in the College’s presidential leadership will pose a new challenge of its own for Keep, whose job will not only include hearing from students, faculty and administration on academic issues, but also include aiding in the new president’s adjustment. “My first day on the job will be this person’s first day on the job,” Keep said. “My job will be to continue to hear from faculty and students and administration … and at the same time try to help the new president become familiar with the culture.” Keep is originally from Jackson, Michigan, and served four years in the U.S. Coast Guard. As a married veteran, he later earned his degree in social science and economics at Michigan State University’s James Madison College. He also completed various internships with the State of Michigan

Office of Intergovernmental Relations and the Environmental Protection Agency in Washington, D.C. After he graduated, he worked in the marketing department of an international trade association, according to Keep’s biographical sketch on the School of Business’ website. His undergraduate degree, however, was not enough to satiate his need for knowledge. In 1986, Keep went back to school for his PhD in marketing at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. His research can be found in publications including the Journal of Marketing, the Journal of Public Policy and Marketing and the Journal of Business Ethics, according to the College’s website. He also worked as associate provost at Quinnipiac University for 11 years prior to his time at the College. Keep felt his time in the Coast Guard helped prepare him for the sometimes hawkish atmosphere of the professional world. His thick skin helped him get through the challenges that come with the responsibility of his position in higher education. “In an environment like the military you realize not to take everything personally –– there

are things that have to be done and people who have to evaluate how you’ve done,” Keep said. “It may feel personal but it really isn’t –– if you let it get personal you can’t be productive.” Moving forward, one of Keep’s main goals is to make sure that students’ voices are heard. He was made aware through Twitter of Student Government’s recent decision against establishing a “smart casual” dress code. “To me, there must be some solution where a young person can have access to physical dress even though their family situation may not allow that,” Keep said. “Those are little things, but they’re important.” Keep has served as dean of the School of Business since 2009. Under his leadership, the School of Business has been regularly recognized as one of the top 100 business schools for undergraduates, according to Businessweek. He looks fondly back on his time as dean, which he described as the highlight of his career. “We have had a positive culture here and I think I’ve helped build that and I’ve had help along the way,” Keep said. “This has been a really great nine years.”

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Ecological concerns prompt recycling

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Recycling remains important to keep the planet healthy and clean. Every week, Features Editor Lily Firth hits the archives and finds old Signals that relate to current College topics and top stories. As the temperature fluctuates rapidly this winter, people are becoming increasingly worried about climate change creating such haphazard weather. While environmental movements are more popular than ever, plans to prevent global warming and preserve the environment have been in place long before today’s climate change protests. In 1990, the College implemented a new environmentally friendly recycling plan.

The Trenton State College recycling plan is alive and well, and has been approved by Mercer County Improvement Authority, according to TSC’s director of facilities, Ron Tola. Director Tola believes the success of the program is due to the students’ and staff ’s awareness of the environmental problems of today and their desire to do their part in providing a better environment for the future. Much of the success of the new recycling program can be attributed to Bill Czajka, James Allen and Mike Maconi, facilities employees, according to Tola. He believes these employees are doing a great job in adjusting to the dynamics and management of TSC’s recycling program. “It is good because it is recycling,” Michael Steimple says. “My roommate divides it into the proper bins for us.” “Recycling is the least we can do to help preserve the environment,” says Kathy Maguire of Decker Hall. Ron Geraci of Cromwell Hall feels he is personally trying to do his part. Joan C. Manto, secretary of the history department, says, “Most of the time

I remember to save the paper; it is not hard to do.” Manto thinks she is becoming more aware of recycling and hopes it will help solve our environmental woes. Angelika Kluge of Travers says, “I think it’s a good idea. I come from Germany and we have recycling programs like this.” “We have been recycling for years. It should be as automatic as washing your hands,” says Adele Talone, cashier in the Bursar’s Office. According to Robin Morris of New Residence Hall, the “dropoff ’ point cans are always full in her dormitory. She thinks this is an indication that the “recycling is working well.” Stephanie Tziarri says, “I think it’s wonderful that we are actually doing something to save our planet from destruction.” Kim Pelt of Wolfe Hall says it is a good program, but finds the separating of colored and noncolored paper to be a bother. Dr. Harrod, Chairman of the English Department, says, “It’s not as hard as it might have been … recycling habits at home make you aware of the program.” Cooperation has been excellent according to Director Tola. The program is in an evolutionary cycle which is bringing changes daily. These changes will demand even greater participation from all sectors of the College. Director Tola lauds the overall cooperation at TSC. Editor’s note: Although it appears that some people are recycling, many TSC residents are not. Please do your part and recycle.

The Culinary Club Presents...

Lions Plate

Left: Bold colored pants add spunk to a neutral outfit. Right: Colorful tops make a minimalist outfit brighter. By Lexy Yulich Columnist If you’re anything like me, your wardrobe consists of an array of black, white and gray. I consider myself a minimalist when it comes to fashion, and I have always gravitated toward neutrals, but recently I realized that my wardrobe is in serious need of color. For the past few weeks, I have been incorporating color into my outfits. Besides having a more cheerful attitude, I noticed that I have felt more put together. While I still wear black, gray and white daily, these four tips have helped me expand my minimalist wardrobe. 1. Swap a neutral top for a colorful one. My go-to outfit is usually a lacey or solid black tank top with an oversized cardigan and ripped jeans. Instead of wearing all neutrals, I started to add colored tank tops. For example, I bought a maroon lace tank top from Urban Outfitters and paired that with my favorite cream cardigan from Anthropologie. The color from the maroon top adds depth to the outfit,

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Vegan dishes can taste just like the real thing. By Julia Dzurillay Columnist

I’ve been on a YouTube kick lately, specifically for videos about vegan cooking. It always baffles me how a diet that can be so restrictive can be approached with such enthusiasm and creativity. My favorite

but doesn’t make me feel like I am wearing anything too flashy or bright. 2. Change your nail polish. I’m guilty of only wearing dark shades of nail polish, but in an effort to bring more color into my life, I started painting my nails with bright colors. My favorite color right now is either lavender or a medium shade of yellow. Something as small as vibrant nail polish can cheer you up and brighten your day. 3. Wear bold pants with a neutral top. I used to think I could never pull off colored pants until I found a pair of red casual trousers from Madewell. These pants go with any neutral top, and they are not overly bright. I feel confident, stylish and happy when I wear colored pants. 4. Add color to your accessories. Sometimes, purchasing clothes with color can feel overwhelming if you’re used to only wearing neutrals. I noticed that it is sometimes easier to add color by accessorizing. If I’m feeling daring, I’ll wear a pair of turquoise tassel earrings or throw on my favorite light pink tennis shoes to add a twist to an otherwise bland outfit.

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vlogger is Caitlin Shoemaker, who focuses not only on healthy vegan meals, but themed meals for vegan chefs on a budget. My favorite recipe that she’s made is a fettuccine alfredo bowl that costs less than $2 per serving. Instead of using cheese and traditional milk, Shoemaker uses nutritional yeast, soy milk and zucchini to achieve that classic, creamy alfredo taste. She tops it off with mushrooms, but I added peas and onions to my version of her recipe to give this dish a splash of color and a little more flavor. Non-vegans can substitute whole milk for Shoemaker’s suggested soy milk and add parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor.

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Ingredients: 6 oz. dry fettuccine 1 large zucchini 1 cup unsweetened soy milk 4-5 oz. firm tofu 2 tbsp nutritional yeast Juice of 1/2 a lemon 1 cup baby bella mushrooms 1/2 cup sweet peas 1/4 cup onions

3 tbsps vegetable broth 3 cloves garlic, minced Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions: 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook fettuccine according to package instructions. If peas are frozen, add them to boiling water. Once cooked, drain both peas and pasta and set aside. 2. Peel and chop the zucchini into small chunks. In a small pan with 1 tbsp of vegetable broth, add the zucchini with salt and pepper. Cook until translucent and soft, about 5-10 minutes. 3. In a blender, combine the zucchini, soy milk, tofu, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt and pepper. Blend until thoroughly mixed. Set aside. 4. Wash and slice mushrooms. Cut onion into very small chunks. 5. In a large pan, add 2 tbsps of vegetable broth and bring to medium heat. Add minced garlic, onions and sliced mushrooms to the pan and sauté for five to seven minutes. 6. Pour the alfredo sauce and add in pasta and peas. Stir until pasta is evenly coated with the sauce. 7. Top with pepper before serving. 8. Enjoy!

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Sports Men’s Basketball

Lions endure tough playoff loss at home By Miguel Gonzalez and Alexander Reich Sports Editor and Staff Writer The Lions suffered a tough 95-86 loss against William Paterson University in the New Jersey Athletic Conference semifinals at Packer Hall on Feb. 21. Sophomore guard Randall Walko wasn’t surprised by the Lions’ loss. “I know our guys lost to William Paterson earlier in the season, so we aren’t surprised,” Walko said. “They have some major firepower and are very well coached. It’s definitely going to take a team effort all around to advance to the next round.” Prior to the game, head coach Matthew Goldsmith also acknowledged William Paterson’s talent. “William Paterson is an extremely talented team with a great coach,” Goldsmith said. “They will be ready to go Wednesday night. They do a great job of forcing their opponent to play their style. They were great in their last game and are hitting their stride at the right time in the season.” Goldsmith was excited for the team to compete at home in Packer Hall for the NJAC semifinals. “I think the team is extremely excited to be playing in the playoffs first and foremost, and to have a game at home is even better,” Goldsmith said. “Being in Packer always gives us a huge boost because our fans are so loud and into the game.”

Walko fuels the Lions’ offense in the first half. The Lions’ offense was zealous from the start. After the tip off, sophomore guard Niall Carpenter went on a fast break to score the first two points of the game. In the third minute, William Paterson built up a 10-2 lead. Carpenter stopped their momentum and drove to the basket for a smooth layup, drawing a foul in the process. He then sunk the free throw to decrease the Lions deficit to 10-5. From there, the Lions’ offensive rhythm improved. In the eighth minute,

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Walko went straight to the paint and threw in a layup to put the Lions ahead, 13-10. Walko wasn’t done yet, draining a three-pointer just a few possessions later. After a great performance early on, the Lions kept the crowd on their feet with their aggression. In the ninth minute, Carpenter was fouled and made two free throws that increased the Lions’ lead to 18-13. The Lions kept attacking the offensive boards and shutting down William Paterson’s scoring opportunities.

With only two minutes left in the first quarter, junior forward Jordan Glover sunk a layup in the paint for the Lions. Meanwhile, sophomore forward Mike Walley had an outstanding half coming off the bench and drained a three-pointer to extend the Lions’ lead to 42-29. Seconds before the buzzer went off to end the half, Walko threw in a deep half court shot, firing up the home crowd. In the start of the second half, the Lions began to slow down as William Paterson made a comeback. The Lions did attempt to stop William Paterson’s offense, but their opponent’s momentum proved to be too strong. With 10 minutes remaining, the Lions tied the match at 65. The game was not over yet, despite the Pioneers piling up points. The Lions kept their hopes alive and cut William Paterson’s lead to six points with two minutes left in the game. Walko cut the team’s deficit to 85-80 with a layup. The Lions were only down by five points, but could not mount a comeback in the intense playoff battle. The final score was 95-86, with William Paterson prevailing. Walko says he did everything in his power to contribute to the team. “I just try to do whatever I can to help the team win,” Walko said. “Whether it’s making shots, rebounding, defending, or whatever I can do to help and if my shot isn’t falling, I want to show I can contribute in other ways to help out the team in any way possible.”

Club Ice Hockey

Maryland ends ice hockey’s successful season By Michael Battista Staff Writer

After one final practice at Loucks Ice Center and an overnight six-hour bus trip, the College’s club ice hockey team made its first appearance in the American Collegiate Hockey Association Southeast Regional tournament on Friday, Feb. 23. The team ultimately fell to the University of Maryland, 6-1, at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. The team came into the tournament as the 12th seed while Maryland, representing the MidAtlantic Collegiate Hockey Association, was seeded ninth. The Lions’ early mishaps lead to four penalties in the first period alone, which resulted in the team playing a man down for just under half of the first period. Head coach Andrew Ducko says he believes both teams were called for penalties often, especially in the first period. “The officials were calling a lot of penalties on both teams even though it didn’t seem to be a chippy game,” Ducko said. “Maryland’s top line is very strong so their power plays were tough for us to overcome.” The College’s early struggles were similar to their game against

the University of Pennsylvania in the Colonial State College Hockey Conference playoff semifinals, in which forwards sophomore Andrew Lem and senior Michael Lisciandro took advantage of the University of Pennsylvania’s mistakes to allow for a comeback. But this time, the Lions could not get the puck out of their zone or pick off their opponents’ mistakes. With the team down, 2-0, in the middle of the second period, the Lions had a chance to cut into the deficit when their offense outnumbered Maryland in their zone off a fast break. Junior forward Pete Hansinger got the puck into the net, however, the puck came in after a Lions player knocked the net off its mooring, causing the official to declare the play dead before the puck crossed the line. “Once our goal was disallowed which would have made it 2-1, we quickly went down by 3 (and) we became a bit frustrated,” Ducko said. “This was where the game got away from us.” For the first period and half of the second, freshman goalkeeper Will Guttman was constantly under pressure from Maryland’s offense. After three goals in the second period, the team pulled Guttman for junior goalkeeper Albert Gregorio, who let in an

additional two goals before the end of the period. In the third period, the team shut down Maryland’s offense and put more pressure on their opponents’ defensive lines. After multiple shots, chaos at Maryland’s net and a power play, the Lions earned their sole goal of the game with ten minutes to go off the stick of freshman forward Matthew Lojewski. Despite being down, Ducko told his team to seize every opportunity and play hard to the very end. “Going into the third down by six, we focused on playing with class and making sure that we played the way that made us successful all season,” Ducko said. “We treat every period as a new game and even though we lost the game, I was happy that they won the third. Winning the third showed that our kids could continue to compete and never give up. Ducko also emphasized to his players the importance of playing with class, despite the hardship. “I told the team that as long as they treated the opponents, teammates, officials and game with respect while giving their very best, I would be proud of them no matter what the outcome,” Ducko said. The Lions end their season with a record of 17-14-2 and a strong core of players who will be

Lisciandro suits up for his last game.

returning for next season. Ducko says he believes a lot can be attributed to the team’s success this year and he values every victory and loss they all had together.

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“I would say that we overachieved, overcame adversity, came together and created positive lifetime memories,” said. “With the graduation of only three seniors, I see a bright future for the team.”

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Softball sweeps Keystone, splits Salisbury By Miguel Gonzalez Sports Editor With spring break around the corner, the College’s softball team traveled south to Salisbury, Maryland for their season opener. During the weekend of Saturday, Feb. 24 to Sunday, Feb. 25, the Lions swept Keystone College, 7-1 and 7-3, and split a doubleheader against Salisbury University with a 6-4 victory and a 7-1 loss. Coming off a rocky 14-17 record last season, the Lions set out for a strong start in 2018. On Saturday, the Lions won back-to-back games against Salisbury and Keystone. In the first game against Salisbury, the team jumped to a 6-0 lead before Salisbury attempted a comeback. In the top of the third inning, freshman outfielder Katie Winchock scored the Lions’ first run of the season off a single from sophomore infielder/outfielder Annalise Suitovsky. The team added two more runs when senior outfielder Madison Levine smacked a double to left field, sending Suitovsky and sophomore outfielder Helena Coppola to home plate. The Lions then followed up with three more runs in the top of the fourth inning. Junior catcher Jess McGuire started

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Mayernik contributes four hits in the team’s win against Keystone College.

off by cracking a home run. The team’s fifth run resulted from the quickness of sophomore infielder Megan Mayernik when she stole third base. Junior outfielder Marissa Pugliese, who was already on third base, took advantage of a throwing error to cross home plate. The team then got its sixth

run off a double. Head coach Sally Miller attributes the team’s high scoring to the players’ baserunning and hitting abilities. “We had timely hits when runners were in scoring position,” Miller said. “We have been working on situational

hitting in practice, trying to get them focused on run production and ways to accomplish and we made great adjustments in the batter box according to what the pitchers were throwing.” While the Lions’ offense cooled off, Salisbury tried to climb back in the bottom of

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the seventh inning. Salisbury used a series of singles, doubles and steals to reduce the Lions’ lead to 6-4. Despite Salisbury’s comeback, senior pitcher Sam Platt sealed the Lions first win with a strikeout. The Lions did not have much time to celebrate their victory, as they returned to the diamond for a game against Keystone College. Unlike the previous game against Salisbury, the Lions were able to secure a large lead thanks to effective pitching by the freshmen duo of pitcher/infielder Alanna Namit and pitcher Eliza Sweet. The team’s offense proved to be the key to defeating Keystone at the bottom of the fourth inning. With the game tied at one, Levine hit a double to send freshman infielder Elyse Nardozza home, allowing the Lions to take the lead. Levine then benefitted from the sloppy playing of Keystone’s infielders when she scored all the way from first base solely off steals. The Lions offense kept producing runs into the bottom of the fifth inning. The team took advantage of Keystone’s shaky fielding as they loaded the bases once again from throwing errors. Afterwards, the Lions increased their lead to 6-1 with hits see BASE page 25

Women’s Basketball

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The men’s team began with formidable finishes at the 800-meter event, where juniors Noah Osterhus and Jack Wood respectively earned third and fourth places with times of 1:53.84 and 1:54.60. The College was also well represented in the mile event, where senior Dale Johnson and junior Luke Prothero finished in third and fifth places respectively, clocking in at 4:16.19 and 4:19.45. Sophomores Mike Zurzolo and Andrew Dyer contributed to the Lions’ total in the 3000-meter event as well with their respective second and fourth place finishes, clocking in at 8:56.61 and 9:04.54. Perhaps the Lions’ most notable performances came from the relay teams. In the 4x200 race, the team of Osterhus, sophomores Tyler Andriopoulos and Daniel Pflueger and freshman Daulton Hopkins secured third place, finishing in 1:32.94.

The team of Johnson, Prothero and freshmen Joey Erskine and Robert Abrams also claimed second place in the 4x800 relay with a time of 7:56.46. After memorable NJAC championship performances, both teams had trouble keeping their momentum at the Fastrack Last Chance Invitational on Saturday, Feb. 24 in Staten Island. Notable efforts on the women’s side came from senior Danielle Celestin and freshman Jada Grisson as they finished the 60-meter dash in fifth and sixth place while sophomore Kaila Carter contributed with a fifth place finish in the 60-meter hurdle event. McGourty earned third place in the high jump as well. For the men, the team of Osterhus, Abrams, Erskine and Prothero earned a third-place finish in the distance medley relay. Both teams will hit the track in Boston University’s Last Chance Meet in Boston on Sunday, Feb. 25.

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Noah Osterhus earns third place in the 800-meter event.

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The Lions finish the season as NJAC runner-ups.

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By the beginning of the fourth quarter, the Lions held onto a commanding 53-40 lead which they refused to give up. In the 37th minute, junior forward Samantha Famulare drained two consecutive three-pointers. Devitt then padded the Lions lead to 7054 when she grabbed a rebound and scored a layup. The Lions ultimately booked their ticket to an NJAC championship appearance with a convincing 70-56 victory. The team’s next challenge was playing against Montclair State University on the road. Every victory the team achieved this season added up for a chance to claim the NJAC title. Jackson and the team were more than ready for the NJAC championship game. “Our team has been preparing all season for this opportunity and we see it as a real privilege to be able to compete in the

conference championship game,” Jackson said. “I’m hopeful that our level of play will reflect that preparation.” In the end, the defending NJAC champions, Montclair State, reasserted their dominance with a 58-51 win. The Lions started off slow as Montclair State surged to a 10-5 lead as layups proved to be their specialty. The Lions then gained control and tried to catch up. In the fourth minute, Famulare stole the ball and passed it to Schum, who then scored a layup. Byrne then scored another layup to cut the Lions’ deficit to 14-10 at the end of the first quarter. Both teams kept battling for a lead until Montclair pulled ahead in the fourth quarter. With the game tied at 49 in the 35th minute, Montclair halted the Lions offense. Senior guard/forward Katie Sire fueled Montclair’s offense with two jump shots to seal the Lions’ loss, 58-51.

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February 28, 2018 The Signal page 25 Wrestling

Lions compete at NCAA Mideast regionals All-American Kilroy prepares for national tournament

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Left: Kilroy places first within the 174-pound weight class. Right: Balina finishes in fifth place at the 165-pound bracket. By Maximillian C. Burgos Staff Writer

The wrestling team traveled to Ithaca, New York on Saturday, Feb. 24 for the NCAA Mideast Regional Championship, where the Lions took fourth place out of 17. Five Lions placed in the tournament, with sophomore Dan Kilroy taking first at the 174-pound weight class for the second consecutive year. Kilroy was also the only All-American for the Lions, continuing the wrestling team’s long standing tradition. With this win, Kilroy punched his ticket to Cleveland to wrestle in the NCAA national tournament. In the championship round, Kilroy won by pin versus senior Jaison White of Ithaca College, who was ranked No. 8 nationally according to InterMat wrestling. Head coach Joe Galante was impressed by Kilroy’s determination to win.

“Kilroy dominated in all of his four matches,” Galante said. “Dan is very goal-oriented and focused. He’s constantly preparing with his strong daily routine. (In wrestling) You need to be strong, fast and conditioned.” Senior James Goldschmidt placed fourth at the 133-pound bracket. In the semifinals, he fought hard, but ultimately fell to SUNY Oneonta senior Austin Sisco. In the wrestlebacks, Goldschmidt managed to win by a slim margin, but lost the following round. Senior Ryan Budzek lost to SUNY Brockport’s Sean Peacock at the 149-pound bracket, who was nationally ranked No. 9 according to InterMat wrestling. Budzek lost again in the wrestlebacks, but won his last bout of the day to finish fifth overall. Freshman Robert Dinger won a spectacular bout at 141 in wrestlebacks at the fourth minute mark with a stunning pin. He then lost to Centenary University junior Maxwell

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Nauta by a slim margin, with a final score of 6-5. He finished the tournament with a pin to take fifth place. Senior Luke Balina won a bout at 165 by technical fall in the wrestlebacks. He continued his momentum by winning his next bout, 10-2. He followed up his previous performance with another win of 19-7, but his momentum was halted by sophomore Alex Herringshaw of SUNY Oswego State, who was nationally ranked No. 9 according to InterMat wrestling. Balina ultimately lost in a close 8-5 bout. Balina ended up placing fifth with a 6-4 win to finish the tournament. Galante is thankful for the contributions made by the senior class. “Balina, Budzek, Cocozza, Gallo, Goldschmidt, Maltez, Schinder and Whitney have made the program and system better overall,” Galante said. “I wish them the very best in their futures.”

Softball

Base / Softball struggles on road despite strong offense Team heads to Florida for upcoming 2018 Sunkissed Games

Platt strikes outs a batter against Salisbury University. continued from page 28

by junior outfielder Gaby Bennett and Suitovsky. The team later added another

run in the bottom of the sixth inning to ultimately win its second game, 7-1. On Sunday, the Lions collected another victory against

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Keystone before being trampled by Salisbury. The team once again jumped to a 6-1 lead by the top of the fifth inning, but Keystone countered in the

next inning when they scored two runs to cut the Lions lead to 6-3. At the top of the sixth inning, the Lions added another run when Bennett blasted a triple to right field to send Mayernik home. The team then held on to its 7-3 lead for the win. In the last game of the doubleheader, Salisbury attained redemption. After three scoreless innings, Salisbury’s offense exploded in the top of the fourth inning. With the Lions down 6-0 with no outs, Namit closed the curtain and struck out three batters consecutively. However, the damage was already done and the Lions ultimately endured a 7-1 loss. “We didn’t adjust to their pitcher soon enough,” Miller said. “The biggest takeaway from that game is hopefully they now see it looking back to that game. They need to trust adjustment info earlier, continue to have confidence in an adjustment. (It’s) something we discuss all the time.” As the team prepares for

the upcoming 2018 Sunkissed Games at Osceola, Florida, Miller plans on training the underclassmen to further adapt to their positions. “These games are really important in the eyes (of) NCAA rankings,” Miller said. “We will still be trying to get everyone playing time in their key role and allowing players to get more and more confident in whatever role they have on our team. There is certainly no ‘set’ line up.” Miller also emphasized mental and physical preparation. “We have experienced players and a lot of freshman who are seeing the concentration and mental prep,” Miller said. “The preparation it takes (for) every batter, inning, every game. The Florida trip is a tough trip in that (it’s) a lot of games in a short amount of time and we can’t take any games off. They are tough games mentally and physically and that is what we need to prepare for in the next 12 days.”

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Miguel Gonzalez “The Ref”

Matthew Fitzpatrick ATD Correspondent

Andres Arango ATD Correspondent

Lawrence Kruglyak ATD Correspondent

In this week’s edition of Around the Dorm, “Ref” Miguel Gonzalez asked our panel of three experts — Matthew Fitzpatrick, Andres Arango and Lawrence Kruglyak — three questions: 1. Did the University of Louisville deserve to be stripped of its 2013 national title? 2. Can Adam Vinatieri maintain success as an NFL kicker next season? 3. With the Winter Olympics coming to a close, what has been the most memorable moment?

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1. Did the University of Louisville deserve to be stripped of its 2013 national title? Matthew: The University of Louisville men’s basketball team did not deserve to have their 2013 national championship

stripped from its program. The NCAA has been drastically inconsistent with the magnitude of its punishments for colleges and universities around the nation. Granted, Louisville did use illegal methods to recruit players,

but that had nothing to do with the players’ performances on the court as they earned that national title. Perhaps head coach Rick Pitino should have his wins vacated since he was the head of the program. The school, and

more importantly the players, earned that national championship and should not have been stripped of their title. Andres: The Louisville men’s basketball team’s situation is a very peculiar one. The staff and student athletes undoubtedly sacrificed their time and energy in order to perform at the level they did in the 2011-2013 seasons. Although I believe the program should be penalized for unethical behavior, the NCAA’s decision to strip their 2013 title and several years of wins is unjust. Louisville is the first program in modern NCAA history to vacate a national championship. As a result, there is no precedent from which to adjudicate this sticky situation. I think the NCAA is attempting to make an example of Louisville and is being excessive in their punishment. If you ask me, the staff should be penalized more harshly than the student athletes, as they are supposed

to be role models. The NCAA should hurt the university where it hurts the most — the money. The NCAA should never degrade the student athletes’ hard work as a team, dedication and talent. Lawrence: Recently, the University of Louisville men’s basketball team was stripped of 123 wins from 2011-2015 and its 2013 national championship. After an investigation, the NCAA found that the University of Louisville had hired exotic dancers to visit student athletes’ dorms and perform for new recruits. Though this is against NCAA policy, the team did not deserve to get its national title taken away. The players worked hard to win the national title and they should not be punished for the actions of the school’s athletic department. The student athletes had no participation in the hiring of the performers, and therefore should not be punished.

Andres gets 3 points for emphasizing the hard work of student athletes. Matthew and Lawrence get 2 points for placing the blame on Louisville’s athletic department. 2. Can Adam Vinatieri maintain success as an NFL kicker next season? Matthew: In a year where 40-year-old quarterback Tom Brady was the NFL’s most valuable player, I have no doubt that kicker Adam Vinatieri will be able to achieve the same level of success as a 45-year-old. With the current rules in place, such as “roughing the kicker” and “running into the kicker,” kickers are now the most protected players on the field. As long as Vinatieri does not have a fluke injury off the field and he practices the way he needs to kick in practice and games, he will most definitely have another successful season as a 45-year-old. Andres: Adam Vinatieri can absolutely maintain his success as an NFL kicker at age 45 for several reasons. The man is in amazing physical condition. The NFL places a lot of emphasis on protecting kickers from opposing team’s tackles. The kicker is considered a defenseless

player, so the amount of contact is reduced and it’s rare to see a kicker get tackled. I don’t think being a kicker demands much physicality, so as long as Vinatieri can stay in good shape, his experience, skills and muscle memory will do the rest for him. Lawrence: In today’s professional sports world, age has become an enemy for many players, especially in football. We see countless players get released from teams or cut before the season starts simply because they are aging out of a league that requires young talent. I still believe Adam Vinatieri can maintain a successful career as an NFL kicker next season at 45 years old. Unlike other positions in football, kickers do not get brutally hit and take physical abuse every game. As long as Vinatieri can still kick the ball through the uprights consistently, there should be no reason why he should leave the NFL.

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Matthew gets 3 points for mentioning specific rules. Andres and Lawrence get 2 points for talking about Vinatieri’s physical condition. television! This teenager made nearly every mistake possible, but still pulled out a gold medal for his country. Andres: The Winter Olympics are coming to a culmination and there have been many memorable moments such as North and South Korea marching together at the opening ceremony as a unified Korean team and bringing the crowd to an absolute frenzy. I think it was a beautiful gesture because it reminds us what sports are really about. It is people of different origins, religions, skin colors, sexual orientation and genders coming together to compete in a sport they love. This small gesture marked a small step in a long journey of easing political tensions between North and South AP Photo

3. With the Winter Olympics coming to a close, what has been the most memorable moment? Matthew: With the Winter Olympics coming to a close, the most memorable moment and personally my favorite moment, was hearing the story of Redmond

“Red” Gerard. Red had spent hours the night before his event watching Netflix, to the point where he fell asleep late into the night and overslept the next morning. Next, before his Olympic event, he lost his jacket and then after winning his event, he dropped the f-bomb on live

Andres gets 3 points for discussing about the unified Korean team. Lawrence 2 points for mentioning the “Miracle on Ice.” Matthew gets 1 point for talking about Red.

Korea. I think it was definitely something worthy of being tweeted by Chloe Kim at her next event. Lawrence: With the 2018 Winter Olympics coming to a close, my favorite moment has been the U.S. gold medal victory in women’s ice hockey. On the 38th anniversary of the “Miracle on Ice,” Team USA managed to defeat the Canadians in a shootout, ending Canada’s streak of four straight Olympic gold medals. Team Canada seemed unbeatable in women’s ice hockey, especially after the last Olympic games. But after winning gold for the first time since 1998, this victory seemed like another Miracle on Ice for the Americans.

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Women’s track and field claims NJAC title By Malcolm Luck Sports Editor

In a season full of dominating performances, the women’s track and field team left Staten Island, New York on Feb. 19 as New Jersey Athletic Conference indoor champions. This marks the women’s first indoor title since the 2011 season. Competing against eight other conference opponents, the Lions came out on top, earning 225 points. The College dominated many events, beginning with a pair of impressive 400-meter performances. Sophomore Samantha Gorman and senior Jenna Ellenbacher claimed first and second place respectively, finishing with times of 58.01 and 58.40. Women’s track and field saw similar finishes in the 800meter event. Junior Kathleen Jaeger, sophomore Katie LaCapria and freshman Emily Hirsch respectively earned first, second and fourth places, clocking in at 2:14.10, 2:15.38 and 2:19.61. The trio also set the first, second and fourth fastest marks in the NJAC this season. The Lions were also competitive in the distance events. In the 3000-meter marathon, junior duo Erin Holzbaur and Madeleine Tattory and sophomore Gabby Devito claimed the top three marks with their times of 10.29.19, 10:29.46 and 10:35.10. The Lions claimed another top three sweep in the 5000-meter event as well. The event was dominated by first, second and third place finishes by Tattory, along with junior teammates Natalie Cooper and Emma Bean. Cooper, Tattory and Bean respectively took the top three times, completing the race in 18:05.82, 18:09.69 and 18:18.21. Collectively, the Lions were nothing short of unstoppable in the relay events.

Jaeger takes first place in the 800-meter event.

In the 4x400 relay, the team of Gorman, Ellenbacher, Jaeger and freshman Shannon Lambert took first place in 3:55.15. In the 4x800 relay, Hirsch, LaCapria, freshman Hannah Fay and junior Abigail Faith claimed first place, beating second place Rowan University by almost 15 seconds. Seniors Cassidy Cardone and Allison Fournier, along with freshmen Kristin Lange and Emily Forester captured first place in the distance medley relay,

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earning a time of 13:11.86. In the field, senior Meagan McGourty and freshmen Jada Covington and Tamika Voltaire also contributed to the Lions’ point total with respective first, second and third place finishes in the high jump. On the men’s side, a strong team effort resulted in a third place conference finish. see DASH page 23

Montclair State outlasts women’s basketball

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Famulare contributes 18 points to the College’s win over Stockon University. By Miguel Gonzalez Sports Editor

After a season full of victories, close calls and tremendous player performances, the women’s basketball team was set to compete in the New Jersey Athletic Conference tournament for the first time

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since 2015. As the second seed, the Lions beat Stockton University, 7056, on Feb. 20 at Packer Hall in the NJAC semifinals. The team was then knocked out by Montclair State University, 58-51, in the NJAC championship on Friday, Feb. 23.

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Head coach Chessie Jackson says the team stuck to its typical routine to prepare for the game. “Our team prepared for our semi-final matchup the same way that they have prepared for any opponent all year,” Jackson said. “We knew we needed to make some adjustments from the last

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time we saw Stockton at their place, so we focused on limiting second-chance scoring and being composed on the offensive end. The atmosphere was exciting and really helped our team’s energy from moment one.” With a cheering crowd and Roscoe the Lion strolling through the sidelines, the Lions quickly jumped to a 6-2 lead. Freshman forward Shannon Devitt scored the team’s first two points off a jump shot. Senior guard Charlotte Schum then dribbled through Stockon’s defense and made a layup. Stockton immediately countered when senior forward Sasha Williams caught the Lions on their heels and sprinted down the court on a fastbreak to score a layup. Sophomore forward Jen Byrne and senior forward Nikki Schott followed up the play with threepointers of their own. The team continued to bury Stockton until the second quarter. In the 11th minute, Stockton senior guard Lea Mendolla scored a layup to cut the Lions’ lead to 20-19. Both teams then spent the second quarter scoring back and forth, keeping the score close. Schott hit her stride in the 18th minute and scored a layup and a

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pair of throws in 50 seconds. Stockton then countered as they scored a three-pointer and a layup to inch closer to the Lions, 33-29. The team broke through in the third quarter. Byrne scored another layup in the 22nd minute. The Lions defense then blocked a layup attempt by Williams. The team continued to overwhelm Stockton with a series of baskets to build a 48-34 lead. Junior guard Kate O’Leary joined in on the scoring barrage when she made a layup and a free throw in the 29th minute. Jackson credits the team’s third quarter surge to aggressive scoring and proper rest. “We made some strategic adjustments at halftime that gave us better structure in the third quarter,” Jackson said. “But we also had a chance to rest legs for 15 minutes, which really helped us push the tempo early in the third. I think that once we went on a solid run, our team had great momentum which gave individuals confidence to be aggressive and score hungry down the stretch. I was proud of the way we came out in the second half.” see SWISH page 23

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