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October 1, 2014

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CAPS helps Petition urges more dialogue the College with coping

By Mackenzie Cutruzzula Staff Writer

One problem at a time, peer educators are helping students cope with college life in the freshman dorms.

Through a seven-week program, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) has spent Wednesday nights helping students deal with adversities from homesickness to time and stress management.

On Wednesday, Sept. 24, the sixth session of the program, peer educators shifted their focus to conflict management.

“We are here to talk about conflict and healthy ways to resolve it,” sophomore psychology major and peer educator Claudia Gargano said.

The educators asked the students to read printouts of different conflict management styles and choose the one that most closely related to how they dealt with conflict. The students then wrote their names and conflict styles on a poster that will be hung with similar posters from other weeks in the halls of Travers and Wolfe.

The peer educators took time to talk with students and ask how their transitions to the College are going. They asked if students were getting along with their roommates, or if they needed any advice on communicating better with their roommates. They even equipped each student with a four-step model for handling conflict.

The peer educators also act as liaisons between students and the resources they have on campus for solving different problems.

“Our role isn’t to be the help, but to tell see CAPS on page 2

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The student body tailgates during Homecoming 2013 together in one lot.

By Natalie Kouba Editor-in-Chief With new and controversial Homecoming changes taking place this semester, students and alumni alike have begun to voice their opposition to the Steering Committee’s new policies through an online petition.

Similar to reactionary movements last year, a petition by ’13 alumnus Mike Griffith has spread across social media, opposing the new changes to the tailgate at Homecoming poised to take place. The petition was created earlier this month, garnering 1,336 supporting

signatures as of Monday, Sept. 29. The page is flooded with outrage and concern over the new rules. Moreover, last year’s petition creator, Tim Lee, a ’12 alumnus and Signal photo emeritus, and Griffith, this year’s organizer, both envisioned the same goals for their petitions – to “save Homecoming.”

Hosted on change.org, an online petition platform, the “Petition to Repeal Changes to the Homecoming Tailgate” for this year has a letter addressed to several groups in the Homecoming Steering Committee. It requests the committee to “please remove these restrictions and allow one of the most

memorable days at TCNJ return to its roots.” More specifically, the petition targets the separation of the tailgate into two lots – Lot 4 being designated an alcohol-inclusive zone and Lot 6 an alcohol-free one. The letter in the petition calls the setup “unnecessary” and “oppressive,” as well as “arbitrary” and “patronizing” for the imposed alcohol limit allowed in the over 21-year-old area.

“The College has seen the petition, but it is not persuasive, and that is not a function of the number of signatures,” see HOMECOMING on page 4

Sarah Dash brings music back to Trenton

By Gabrielle Beacken News Assistant

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Trenton native and global ‘LaBelle’ star, Dash, finds her way home.

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Stepping on stage with gold-studded, black, six-inch heels, music icon Sarah Dash spoke to students in Mayo Concert Hall about how growing up in the Trenton educational and music scene shaped her artist aspirations and singing career.

The Freshman Seminar Program, “Trenton Makes Music,” led by English and journalism associate professor Kim Pearson, sponsored this event on Wednesday, Sept. 24.

“We’re trying to spotlight the artists that come from Trenton,” Dash’s younger sister Diane Dash-Thomson said. “I think it’s great that she still lives in Trenton.”

During her childhood, the Trenton Church of Christ offered Dash a gateway into the medium of music. By the Features / Page 10

time she was 14, Dash had already lined up her first professional gig in a Trenton nightclub.

“I wouldn’t have it any other way,” said Dash on being the daughter of a pastor. “I grew up in the church.”

Dash was a member of the girl-group quartet Patti LaBelle and the Bluebelles in the 1960s and 1970s. It eventually turned into the widespread, famous and successful girl-group trio LaBelle.

LaBelle produced many well-known hits during its run such as “Lady Marmalade,” which made its debut on the popular television show “American Bandstand.” The trio was known for its collaborative style of funk, blues and rock and initiated the “costume” phenomenon for girl groups, focusing on individual style rather than monotony. see DASH on page 2

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‘Mixed Signals’ Improv group makes riotous debut

Sig Pi Spells Fraternity sets up Spelling Bee for charity

Meters for Mike Swim team honors former swimmer

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Defining Bolivia’s new and changing class system

By Ellie Schuckman News Assistant

In the second of six presentations from the College’s Politics Forum series, students and faculty alike gathered to celebrate and discuss the recent publication of a book detailing Bolivian life and the constantly changing definition of the middle class.

Miriam Shakow, assistant professor of anthropology and history at the College, listened to a panel of three students examine and pose questions regarding her book, “Along the Bolivian Highway,” on Tuesday, Sept. 23, in the College’s Library Auditorium, to which she responded with detailed accounts of her time in Bolivia.

“Within Bolivia, people know that there is a middle class … which, unlike (in) the United States, there is this alternate intermediate category that … is indigenous,” Shakow said. “To be middleclass (in Bolivia) is different than being middle-class in the United States. If you call it middle class, people think of the term ‘clase media,’ the cognitive middle class as amongst the elite, even if they’re not all the way up there.”

The presentation, titled “Readers Respond to Along the Bolivian Highway,” was sponsored by the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, the Department of History and the School of Humanities and Social Science. It was also a celebration of the work Shakow did.

“It’s an important occasion to mark,” said Elizabeth Borland, chair of the College’s Sociology and Anthropology

Department. “It’s a big deal for a faculty member to write a book.”

The panel consisted of junior sociology major Chris Felton, senior history and women’s and gender studies double major Caitlin Weisner and senior sociology major Peter Peliotis, each of whom made points regarding specific moments in the book followed by questions they had for Shakow.

“What I really found to be useful … were the parallels found to the United States in looking at our own politics,” Peliotis said. “I liked this idea of intimate politics that Dr. Shakow uses, and that idea is that it’s power struggles between friends, families and neighbors.”

Those in attendance seemed to enjoy the set-up of the discussion, with multiple people giving their views instead of having one speaker.

“I think they had a lot of the same questions I had,” senior sociology major Andrew Wilson said. “It allows for four different perspectives.”

The panel also discussed how people in Bolivia who aspire to reach upper nobility have debated a class struggle: whether indigenous people should rise above their social class or try to break down the hierarchies.

“Bolivia is a society that we often think of as a struggle between the super wealthy elites — a very small minority — and a destitute of an indigenous majority,” said Borland, referring to details in Shakow’s book.

In stating the struggles many Bolivians face, the root of the problem may be in the perception others have on those living in

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The middle class in Bolivia is not like the middle class in America.

rural areas, as 65 percent of the population is poor, according to Shakow. “(The town I was in) was officially classified as a rural town, but a majority of the people who lived there did not actually work in farming,” said Shakow as she discussed the misconceptions of many indigenous peoples. “The self-perception of the people in this area were that they were farmers, because that’s how they were used to thinking of themselves … But in fact, most people are making a living through coca leaves or cocaine production.”

With an “economic boom” in cocaine production, many people in Bolivia who classify themselves as lower class have emerged as a type of middle class.

Unlike in the U.S. where there are defined

upper, middle and lower classes, in Bolivia, those lines are blurred. Those living in rural towns consider themselves lowerclass farmers when, in reality, the work they are doing classifies them as members of the middle-class.

“I never once heard anybody I was working with say the term ‘middle class,’” Shakow said. “They didn’t think of themselves — and I don’t think anybody else thought of themselves — as members of the middle class because they came from the rural area.”

Though the debate of this new middle class rages on, Shakow remains optimistic in her work.

“This is where serendipity plays,” she said. “You just never know where it will take you.”

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CAPS hopes to be a program students can turn to in hard times. continued from page 1 students where they can get help,” junior psychology major and committee chair Nick Spanola said.

During the conflict management event, the peer educators wanted freshmen to know about the resources available to them for dealing with roommate and other conflicts. In particular, CAPS advocated for the Residence Life Mediation Program.

The Mediation Program is designed to let roommates work out their problems with a third party present to moderate the discussion. They help roommates write out the best solution possible for a successful living situation.

In the past, peer educators only hosted one or two events a month in the lounges of the freshmen residence halls. The seven-week program has been a significant oppor-

tunity for CAPS to reach freshmen.

Their goal is to promote that students facing issues or conflicts have somewhere to turn for help throughout their college experience.

“Our best key to success is definitely just awareness being out there,” Spanola said.

CAPS is located in room 107 of Eickhoff Hall and offers services for group and individual emergency counseling. The peer educators are available for programs for organizations and classes throughout the year on a number of different topics, including stress management and mental health.

The last Freshman Year Experience peer education-tabling program will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 1, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Centennial Hall. The peer educators will be providing information on changes in relationships.

“They were the trendsetters,” said Dash’s celebrity eyelash stylist and close friend, Austin Gary. “They were the Lady Gagas.”

In addition to her performances with “Labelle,” Dash collaborated with wellknown bands and performers, including The Rolling Stones, Alice Cooper and Keith Richards. After her time with LaBelle, Dash primarily moved toward the disco-dance genre while still exercising her big vocals and gospel lyrics.

Though Dash has traveled the world and performed with some of the most iconic artists in music history, she has found her way back in her childhood Trenton home.

“There was a spirit that I had no control over,” Dash said. “My mother’s spirit was what brought me back there.”

Dash noted that the Trenton of today does not parallel her childhood memories of Trenton. Her neighborhood, for example, is slowly re-gentrifying.

“I’ve been a part of that restructuring,” she said.

“You don’t hear about the good things that will gain self-confidence (in Trenton),” said resident of Trenton and faculty member of the School of Arts and Communications Mary Williams. “You always hear about shootings.”

When Williams learned about Dash’s return to Trenton, she believed that the news should be publicized since entertainment is a critical part in the lives of youth.

“To know that people flourish life, from a small town like (Trenton), should be broadcast,” Williams said. As a result, Williams believes the youth of Trenton can admire Dash and say, “She persevered. I can do that.”

“I do believe in the city, the capital of New Jersey,” Dash said. “We have a lot to offer, and we have a lot of restructuring to do.”

Dash is currently working on an exciting new Trenton project: the Sarah Dash Music Academy.

“The purpose is to bring into the community a sense of responsibility,” Dash said.

The Academy would shape and encourage artistically talented students and groom them into “solid citizens,” according to Dash.

“One has to have a formula to remain focused,” said Dash regarding musicallyoriented students. “Smart and not hungry.”

Dash also explained that being well-educated in all fields is important to success.

“I’ve continued to read and educate myself even in the fields of computer science,” Dash said.

The Academy will also provide an opportunity for seniors to achieve their musical aspirations.

“It’s a shame to die with something inside of you,” Dash said. “Music can be a lifeline.”

Two of the College’s professors who especially could appreciate Dash’s presence were Pearson and Reverend Todd McCrary, who teaches the FSP, “Evolution of African American Gospel Music.” Pearson discussed the lack of and segregation of efficient historical documentation in Trenton, while McCrary and Dash spoke about Trenton’s history of spirituality.

“What you’ve seen today is not rehearsed,” Gary said. “You really get to see who she really is. She teaches you a lot.”

But ultimately, Dash believes that music hasn’t just changed her life, but that of society altogether — and dramatically so.

“As you grow in your life, you need to understand what it takes to be a performer, if that is your quest,” Dash said. “To understand art is to understand life.”

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Student spit-takes straight to a summons

By Mylin Batipps News Assistant

Education and Housing were on the scene. The resident received a summons for underage alcohol consumption.

On Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 12:55 a.m., Campus Police arrived at Travers Hall in response to a resident stumbling into the men’s bathroom and vomiting. Campus Police noticed the resident spitting multiple times with difficulty speaking and holding balance. The resident stated that he consumed approximately nine drinks of rum and beer at a location he did not want to reveal, according to Campus Police. Lions EMS and professional staff of Residential

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On Friday, Sept. 27, at 2 a.m., Campus Police arrived at Cromwell Hall on a report of a resident vomiting. While Lions EMS was evaluating and providing care to the victim, Campus Police spoke with the victim’s roommate, who said he received a call from a friend to pick up the victim from a party. The roommate said when he arrived, he saw

that the victim appeared intoxicated and was not able to stand on his own, according to Campus Police. The victim was transported to Capital Health and received a summons for underage drinking. ...

On Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 5:15 a.m., Campus Police observed on cameras what appeared to be a damaged screen on the ground outside the rear entrance of Phelps Hall. Campus Police detailed and observed that the screen in the back of Phelps from the staircase had been kicked out, and a criminal mischief report was filed.

New subcommitee to advocate for students

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President Wells welcomes the newly elected freshman class council.

By Sydney Shaw Opinions Editor

The Student Government general body meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 24, opened to a fervent round of applause for the newly-elected freshman class council.

Freshmen economics major Ryan Cleary, finance major Matt Ranieri, openoptions business major Kelsey Capestro,

business management and computer science double major Gregory Vaks, criminology major Kevin Lyons, deaf education and history double major Priscilla Nunez and biomedical engineering major Tyler McGilligan emerged victoriously from elections on Tuesday, Sept. 23, and were welcomed into Student Government with open arms.

One of the discussions of the meeting was how the organization could respond to

the concerns of students on campus.

Vice President Michael Chiumento announced that he and Vice President of Governmental Affairs Jess Glynn are starting a lobbying subcommittee.

“We’ll be advocating on behalf of students for problems they experience on a day-to-day basis,” he said. “We’re looking to be proactive rather than reactive.”

Vice President of Advancement Sarah Drozd also shared plans for Student Government to better respond to the needs of its constituents.

“There will be a meet and greet in the Alumni Grove on (Thursday), Oct. 16,” Drozd said. “We want to talk to students about what SG does and see what problems they want resolved on campus.”

There will be Philly Pretzel Factory pretzels at the event, and Drozd hopes that the new Student Government logo will be unveiled there.

She also asked students to email any original designs to advancementsg@gmail. com by Friday, Oct. 3.

Later, Vice President of Student Services Navid Radfar announced a new initiative spearheaded by himself, along with Vice President of Student Affairs Amy Hecht and Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs Sharon Beverly.

“We have a vision to bring a Division I experience to a Division III school,” Radfar said.

The senior biopsychology major noticed that many students walk around campus sporting T-shirts from Rutgers, Duke, North Carolina and other universities that they do not attend, and he wondered what could be done to bolster the sense of school pride at the College.

“We have nationally ranked teams, but poor attendance at athletic events,” he said.

That is why Radfar will be hosting a Tshirt exchange during the week leading up to Homecoming.

“Come to the Brower Student Center with an old college or high school T-shirt and we’ll give you a brand new TCNJ Homecoming shirt,” he said.

The Student Finance Board allocated almost $1,400 for approximately 350 shirts. All of the T-shirts that are traded in will be donated to charity.

“Some students aren’t in organizations on campus, so they don’t have club T-shirts or Greek letter shirts to wear,” Radfar said. “We’re hoping these Tshirts will help all students identify with the College.”

Radfar, Hecht and Beverly are hoping that an increased sense of school pride will encourage more students to attend the Homecoming football game on Saturday, Oct. 25.

“We want to see kids having fun at the game, supporting the College and making smart choices,” Radfar said.

Trans-activist Mock approved for $13,048

By Jonathan Edmondson Arts & Entertainment Editor

The Student Finance Board meeting on Wednesday, Sept.

24, included proposals from 10 organizations, all hoping to bring diverse and engaging events to campus throughout the year.

The largest request came from the Inter-Greek Council, which requested $29,715 to hold an event called “TCNJam,” a 12-hour dance marathon. As stated in its proposal, the event “exemplifies the core values of TCNJ by bringing together all aspects of the college experience.” In addition, the day would raise awareness of the impact pediatric oncology has on society, in addition to celebrating sponsors’ achievements in raising funds for The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation.

After a long proposal and much debate, the event was zero-funded.

Earlier in the meeting,

there was a co-presentation by PRISM and The Women’s Center, who hope to jointly bring Janet Mock to campus next semester. Mock is a writer and trans-activist who also served as an editor for People.com.

The event was allocated $13,048 in funding, with a lecture and book signing scheduled to take place on Thursday, March 12, in Kendall Hall.

The College Union Board proposed “An Evening of Spoken Word” next. The event would feature two prominent spoken word poets in addition to a handful of student acts as openers.

For various reasons discussed among SFB, such as disorganization, the event was tabled and zero-funded.

Student Government proposed a “Homecoming T-Shirt Exchange” event, which is something new they hope to have on campus this year. The idea is to have students donate old shirts with logos from other colleges and high schools, and in return,

receive a free shirt representing the College. Student Government hopes this event will raise school pride and boost morale for the football game. All donated shirts will be be given to a charity following the exchange.

The event, which is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 22, was allocated $1,396.50 to cover the cost of 350 shirts.

The Spanish Club proposed for the first time this semester to bring film producer Alex Rivera to campus. Rivera would be discussing his science-fiction film, “Sleep Dealer,” and the militarization of the USMexico border.

After being allocated $3,100 in funding, the club plans to hold the lecture on Tuesday, Nov. 11.

The Asian American Association proposed two events.

The first was its annual Mul-

ticultural Buffet, featuring foods from various Asian cultures including China, Japan, the Philippines, India and the Middle East. The event, which is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, Nov. 5, was allocated $3,604 to cover the costs of food and setup.

The second event was a lecture titled “Asians in the Media,” given by Filipino-American actor Dante Basco. Basco, who has lended his voice to hit series such as “Avatar: The Last Airbender” and “American Dragon: Jake Long,” hopes to discuss Asians being stereotypical represented in the media.

Scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 12, the lecture was allocated $3,870.

Next, TCNJ Muslims Student Association proposed for its annual Eid-Al Adha Dinner.

The event is one of the two major Muslim holidays.

The dinner, which the club hopes to hold on Wednesday, Oct. 8, was allocated $4,236.61 in funding.

Chabad proposed next for their weekly Shabbat dinner on Friday evenings. While held off campus in the past, the attendance has gone up in recent years, and the original location can no longer hold all of the attendees. The organization planned on holding these dinners every Friday for the rest of the year.

Originally requesting $16,224, the organization was partially allocated $5,616 to cover nine weeks of dinners through the end of the fall semester.

To end the meeting, the Off Campus Student Organization (OCSO) was allocated $250 to host “A Warm Welcome,” a meet and greet with hot chocolate, scheduled to take place on Thursday, Oct. 9.

Finally, Pep Band, which was recently approved by Student Government, was picked up as an SAF-funded club.

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Homecoming / More than 1,300 sign the petition continued from page 1

said David Muha, vice president for Communications, Marketing and Brand Management. “The petition labels the changes for this year ‘arbitrary’ and ‘unnecessary.’

They were nothing of the sort. The plans for this year were developed with broad input to address very real problems with last year’s event.”

Last year, there were six reported alcohol-related transports, according to Campus Police Chief John Collins. These changes have been made with the intention of reducing the number of underage alcohol-related incidents.

“They overreach, overact and overcompensate,” Griffith said. “There is no need for such draconian measures.”

Although Griffith, along with many of the other petition supporters, has enjoyed

all past Homecomings which he has attended — even with last year’s changes — he believes this year, the changes have gone too far.

“It is more than a day of drinking in the parking lot,” said Kate Aebischer, ’13 alumna who is planning on flying back to New Jersey for Homecoming. “Regrettably, these separationist policies will put restrictions and boundaries between the flow of students and alumni, barring the connection between the two.”

Concerns have been raised on the petition page about the so-called segregation of the tailgate: it prevents parents from consuming alcoholic beverages without leaving their children behind, and for students over 21, it makes it difficult to hang out with younger friends while also being able to drink, Griffith said.

Others believe these changes tarnish the

original purpose of Homecoming, as well.

“I feel like the spirit that I have seen the last two years just won’t be there anymore,” said Jennifer Sheridan, a junior early childhood and psychology double major. “I can’t imagine what it is going to be like this year. I feel like there must be a better way to ensure the students’ safety.”

Last year’s petition received 1,154 student signatures and 371 alumni signatures, according to Lee, accounting for nearly a fifth of the student body. Lee further explained his strategy on how to execute a successful petition.

“I was engaged with student leaders who were knowledgeable in the situation; printed and hand-delivered the petition to President Gitenstein’s office; and made myself available to the administration for follow-up,” Lee said.

As far as this year’s petition goes, Lee is unsure about the effect it will have.

“It was created very quickly after the changes were announced, so I don’t know if it’s been researched or made in collaboration with student leaders,” he said.

“The College is always interested in hearing from students on issues of concern, but dialogue is always going to be the most productive form of communication,” Muha said.

“In the case of Homecoming, that dialogue needs to be centered on ways in which we can curb underage and excessive drinking.”

The end goal remains the same for both petitions. At most, Lee hopes to see the separation of the tailgating lots removed. However, the lack in dialogue between the actual petitioners and the committee has left these opposing sides on different pages.

“Petitioning for alterations to be made without acknowledging the problems and proposing alternate solutions will not result in change,” Muha said.

GoPro not just for the highly adventurous anymore

By Courtney Wirths Features Editor

• Japanese telecommunications company SoftBank Corp. is looking to acquire or partner with DreamWorks Animation. The deal could help the two companies continue to compete with other international rivals. SoftBank’s strategy has been to acquire content providers (mainly video game companies) as a way to lure mobile subscribers in the future. A potential price for the Hollywood studio was not disclosed.

• American Apparel, the L.A. based manufacturer known for creating clothing basics, has appointed a new interim chief executive and replaced its chief financial officer. The new leadership enters as a temporary replacement for the company’s founder, Dov Charney who was removed as CEO in June over allegations of misconduct. Charney is accused of misusing company funds and allowing nude photos to be published on the Internet of a former employee who sued him alleging sexual harassment.

• Tesla Motors Inc. was in “drive” and ready to hit the streets of China in full force. The cars’ charging stations, however, are proving to be a considerable roadblock. Weary property managers and neighbors often get in the way of the stations’ installations, because many Chinese citizens live in urban areas or apartment complexes and have to park in community lots or garages. The delays and lack of charging stations have caused buyers to become frustrated with the luxury car maker. Tesla continues to attempt to spread new information.

• GoPro, the camera company for the adventurer, is attempting to woo the more mild traveler. The new Hero collection offers one cheaper option to its more professional cameras, but also has two higher-end cameras with touch screens that make them easy to use for the everyday vacationer. The products exemplify GoPro’s new strategy of making the brand more accessible to a larger group of consumers. * All information according to the Wall Street Journal.

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Eric Holder resigns as US Attorney General

By Roman Orsini Staff Writer

On Thursday, Sept. 25, President Barack Obama announced the resignation of Attorney General Eric Holder.

Holder will remain in his post at the Department of Justice, (DOJ), until a successor is confirmed by the U.S. Senate, a process that may take until the end of this year. Holder voluntarily made the decision to leave for personal reasons.

Holder has served in the Obama administration since its formation in 2009 and was the first African American to serve as the nation’s top law enforcement official. During the second Clinton administration, Holder also served as the deputy attorney general, the second highest position at the DOJ. Holder’s tenure as attorney general has derived mixed views among political leaders in Washington and the American public. The politicized nature of his legacy casts him as a controversial leader in the spectrum of opinion.

Supporters of Holder point to his career-long efforts in advancing civil rights causes. “(Of his contributions), defending all Americans’ right to vote; making sentencing and other aspects of the criminal justice system fairer and more colorblind; protecting immigrants from undue harassment; and

hastening full equality for gay and lesbian Americans” were some of his key ambitions, according to the Washington Post.

Efforts under Holder’s Justice Department sought to reform sentencing laws for criminals, to ensure a fairer path to justice. The DOJ also pursued marriage equality efforts by not upholding the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act, which gave states the right to decide the legality of same sex marriage.

Many LGBT rights advocates support such a shift in policy, while many oppose the power of the federal government to intervene in such decisions.

Detractors point to Holder’s selective enforcement of existing federal law and political biases while carrying out his office. Following the legalization of marijuana in Colorado and Washington last year, Holder signaled that the DOJ would not prosecute drug users in those states. The DOJ would generally overlook marijuana related prosecutions at the federal level.

Holder oversaw a 2009 sting operation, Fast and Furious, which involved the transfer of an estimated 1,400 automatic firearms to Mexican drug cartels, according to CNN. The purpose of the operation was to track and apprehend cartel members by allowing these guns to “walk” through their organizations. Yet, the operation ended tragically in 2010 when a U.S. Border Patrol agent was killed by a gun traced to the program.

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President Obama applauds as Attorney General Eric Holder announces his retirement.

Following a bipartisan vote by the House of Representatives in 2012, Holder became the first cabinet member to be held in contempt of Congress, over his failure to release documents pertaining to Fast and Furious.

Darrell Issa, the Republican chair of the House Oversight Committee has said that “Eric Holder is the most divisive U.S. Attorney General in modern history.” In spite of Holder’s resignation, the contempt citation from Congress remains in effect — targeting him and the DOJ.

Ferguson officer shot, police say no protest link

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A crowd gathers near the scene where a police officer was shot in the arm Saturday night in Ferguson, MO. FERGUSON, Missouri (AP) — Authorities searched Sunday for two men suspected of shooting and wounding a police officer in Ferguson, Missouri, the St. Louis suburb where there have been angry protests since a white officer fatally shot an unarmed 18-year-old black man last month.

Although there were two separate protests about the Aug. 9 shooting of Michael Brown happening around the time the officer was shot Saturday night, St. Louis County Police Chief Jon Belmar said he didn’t think they were related in any way to the attack on the officer.

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dozen officers stood near a group of about 100 protesters who mingled on a street corner, occasionally shouting, “No justice, no peace.” By Sunday afternoon, the streets of Ferguson were quiet, with no visible signs of police or protesters.

Police had closed part of a nearby street as helicopters and officers from several law enforcement agencies canvassed the area in search of the two suspects.

Earlier Saturday, Brown’s parents told The Associated Press that they were unmoved by a videotaped apology released days earlier by Ferguson Police Chief Tom Jackson, whose attempt to march with protesters Thursday sparked a clash that led to several arrests.

When asked whether Jackson should be fired, Brown’s mother, Lesley McSpadden, said he should be. Brown’s father, Michael Brown Sr., said rather than an apology, they would like Darren Wilson, the officer who shot their son, to be arrested.

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Hong Kong police use tear gas on protesters

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A man breaks into a police chief’s patrol car.

A man allegedly broke into the Saddle Brook police chief ’s unmarked and unlocked patrol car on Friday, Sept. 26, around 2:45 a.m. Officers quickly responded and found 21-year-old Timothy Jolls leaving Police Chief Robert Kugler’s car.

Kugler admitted that he enabled the crime by not locking the vehicle, and he hopes the incident will serve as a cautionary tale for others.

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The men fled when the officer approached them at around 9 p.m. because the community center they were standing outside of was closed, Belmar said at a news conference early Sunday. When the officer gave chase, one of the men turned and shot him in the arm, he said.

Belmar said the officer is expected to survive, but he didn’t identify the officer or give further details about his condition. He said the officer returned fire, but that police have no indication that either suspect was shot.

The shooting comes amid simmering tension between many community members and the police in Ferguson, where two-thirds of the residents are black, but only three of the city’s 53 police officers are AfricanAmerican. The shooting of Brown and police response to the protests stoked a national discourse about police tactics and race.

At around midnight Saturday, about two

HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong police blasted pro-democracy protesters with tear gas and used vans with flashing lights in renewed efforts overnight to force demonstrators from streets near the government headquarters, as the city’s top leader early Monday urged them to go home.

Hong Kong’s top leader, Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, reassured the public that rumors the Chinese army might intervene were untrue.

“I hope the public will keep calm. Don’t be misled by the rumors. Police will strive to maintain social order, including ensuring smooth traffic and ensuring the public safety,” said the Beijingbacked Leung, who is deeply unpopular. He added, “When they carry out their duties, they will use their maximum discretion.”

As sit-ins spread to other areas of Hong Kong in the strongest challenge yet to Beijing’s decision to limit democratic reforms for the semi-autonomous city, Leung urged everyone to go home and avoid causing trouble.

“We don’t want Hong Kong to be messy,” Leung said as he read a

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Riot police use pepper spray against protesters after thousands of people blocked a main road in Hong Kong. statement aloud early Monday on TV. After spending hours holding protesters at bay, police lobbed canisters of tear gas into the crowd on Sunday evening. The searing fumes sent demonstrators fleeing, though many came right back to continue their protest. The government said 26 people were taken to hospitals; some carried away on stretchers.

As the protest dragged past midnight, police began pushing the crowds back with their vans.

Meanwhile, some protesters began

occupying other downtown areas.

Some protesters pulled back, fearing police might move more aggressively to end the protests, which began with sit-ins over a week earlier by students calling for Beijing to grant genuine democratic reforms to the former British colony.

“It was very cruel for the police to use such harsh violence on protesters who had been completely peaceful,” said demonstrator Cecily Lui, a 30-year-old clerk.

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Editorial

Eickhoff Hall earns just desserts; dining ranked highly

When my family comes to visit me, I’m pretty much only the second reason for coming. The first? The dining hall. Yes, food trumps me. But I don’t blame my family. I love food, too. Especially Eickhoff’s food. I can hear some of you gasping already.

“But aren’t you bored of the food?” Yes, sometimes I get bored of the pasta. Sometimes I wish that they served regular French toast, steak, stuffing, meatball sandwiches or open-faced turkey more often than they do. Sometimes I question why they have those freaking banana pancakes so often when good ol’ buttermilk will do. I also want them to bring back the french fries from two years ago and the sugar cones that were there for about a week last year. But for the most part, my family and I (and our stomachs) are happy campers when we’re in Eickhoff.

And my family and I are not the only ones who think that Eickhoff is top-notch. This past week, the College’s dining hall was named one of the best dining halls in the country by Food Management, which according to its website, is a company that “provides ideas for food service directors, managers and chefs through coverage of industry issues and events, operational topics and food trends.” Yes, us. The school from the town that no one knows of is ranked up there with schools like Stanford University, University of Michigan and Virginia Tech. We’re kind of a big deal.

Food Management liked our “spectacular, colorful design and a variety of vibrant serving stations.” And can any of you disagree with that? Our dining hall really is beautiful. The structures are intricate and the lighting is pretty cool.

The friendly workers, good music (shout out to 95.7 BEN FM) and morning TV viewings of “Cheaters” and “Maury” make the experience of eating at the dining hall a pleasant one, as well.

Then there’s the food — the reason my family actually visits me and use me as the excuse. It actually is good. Those crinkle cut cookies are out of this world, and I have no shame in saying that I eat about six of those throughout the day when they serve them.

The white pizza is on-point — thank you for making it more often this year. And who can resist the rotisserie chicken? With so many stations, there are a lot of options for us, especially compared to the choices other colleges’ main dining halls have.

Food Management, you got it right. We do deserve to be on that list. From our inviting atmosphere, to our good food, we should feel lucky to have Eickhoff as the dining hall we get swiped into every day.

And, most importantly, thank you to the friendly, hard-working staff who help feed all of us, keep the dining hall running and help our eating experience be a pleasant one. Without you, we obviously would not have made the list. And at this school, making it onto lists is kind of our thing.

— Colleen Murphy News Editor

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In spite of hackneyed student criticism of the food, Eickhoff Hall has been ranked one of the best dining halls in the country — and the proof’s in the pudding.

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“The College has seen the (Homecoming) petition, but it is not persuasive, and that is not a function of the number of signatures. The petition labels the changes for this year ‘arbitrary’ and ‘unnecessary.’

They were nothing of the sort. The plans for this year were developed with broad input to address very real problems with last year’s event.”

— David Muha, vice president for communications, marketing and brand management.

“(Homecoming) is more than a day of drinking in the parking lot.

Regrettably, these separationist policies will put restrictions and boundaries between the flow of students and alumni, barring the connection between the two.”

— Kate Aebischer, class of ’13

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Opinions Don’t let your major define your experience

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Many students join clubs related to their majors instead of branching out.

By Sydney Shaw Opinions Editor

With the first month of this semester behind us, now is the time when most students have finally gotten into the swing of their courses and are looking to add clubs, sports or other organizations to their schedules.

As a journalism major and a communication studies minor, it might seem predictable that I settled on The Signal when I was on a quest for my niche at the College. I have gained valuable skills here that I can apply to a future career in reporting, editing and writing in general.

But that does not mean that working

with The Signal is only cut out for journalism majors, and it certainly does not mean that other clubs on campus do not have qualities from which I can benefit.

This may sound trite, but learning doesn’t only happen behind the closed doors of a classroom. There is something to be gained from every experience. The College stresses this to its students by requiring volunteer hours freshman year and encouraging them to join organizations like Greek life, sports and clubs.

When students look to branch out, though, many opt for selecting a place where they can employ or refine the skills they already learn in their majors.

The College also recognizes the importance of having a well-rounded education and taking classes outside of one’s major, which is why students have liberal learning requirements. Students should apply the same concept when choosing extracurriculars.

It will be well worth your while to push the limits of your comfort zone and try something new and foreign to you.

Join the American Marketing Association and discover a love you never knew you had for advertising. Improve your networking skills. Learn about the business world, because you never know where you’ll end up after graduation.

Check out the Art Students Association. Maybe you’ll fall in love with painting and declare a minor in Art History.

Follow the on-campus radio station’s motto “Open your mind!” and get involved with 91.3 FM WTSR. Pushing past the tunnel-vision that many people have for their major can lead to discovering new hobbies, declaring new minors or even switching over to a new major.

A survey conducted by CareerBuilder in late 2013 suggested that a higherthan-expected number of individuals have careers unrelated to what they prepared for in college, so learning skills outside your major can only help you in the long run.

CBS reporter Lynn O’Shaughnessy wrote in an article about the survey, “Among the 2,134 workers surveyed,

47 percent of college graduates did not find a first job that was related to their college major. What’s more, 32 percent of college grads said that they had never worked in a field related to their majors.”

I still haven’t gotten to the best part of branching out — the new friends you’ll make.

In my first semester at the College, I limited myself to socializing with my floormates and a tiny group of other journalism majors that I had met in my intro course. Not surprisingly, my routine was more or less the same every week.

By my second semester, I had dramatically expanded my circle. I made friends in Student Government after covering the meetings. I met tons of awesome musicians that performed at the Rathskeller Student Band Nights. I made an effort to get closer to other students in my liberal learning classes.

Not only do I feel more comfortable on campus with a wider array of friends, but I learn new things all the time from each one of them.

It’s wonderful to find friends that have the same interests as you, but it’s just as important to surround yourself with individuals who have diverse mindsets.

People with majors that are different than yours may also have different hobbies, passions and opinions that would benefit both of you if shared.

Whether it’s picking your clubs or your friends, don’t let your major define your experience.

College should prioritize closing loop Safety more important than Towers Wi-Fi

By Peter Fiorilla News Editor

Recently, the College discussed the possible options of either installing Wi-Fi in the freshman Towers or closing the loop on campus. This would hypothetically amount to adding sidewalks for the safety of outdoor runners, a move that would serve the needs of fewer people — nobody was exactly clamoring for more sidewalks on campus, whereas the lack of Wi-Fi is a running gag — but nonetheless, it’s a commitment I feel would ultimately serve the campus community better.

The arguments in favor of Wi-Fi are as obvious as they are numerous. An institution charging nearly $30,000 a year for room and board should reasonably be expected to supply accessible internet in the year

2014, even if it’s of shaky quality and requires Safe-Connect.

Wi-Fi makes completing and submitting homework assignments, e-socializing and an infinite number of other tasks more convenient and streamlined. Middle and high schools across the state have no problem supplying it — I never had any problems with the internet at Watchung Hills Regional High School more than five years ago — while College freshmen are still plugging in ethernet cords like it’s 1983.

What this ultimately amounts to is a huge inconvenience, and one that should be a priority for the administration to remedy. But it’s just that: an inconvenience. Students can live without Wi-Fi in their dorms, and there are hotspots as close as the Travers/Wolfe lounge if they absolutely need

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While the installation of Wi-Fi will add convenience for freshmen, extending the sidewalk is a safer option.

Wi-Fi for anything.

Running the loop, on the other hand, has the potential to amount to something more serious. As is, running the loop requires various

acrobatic skills to evade oncoming cars and an unhealthy tolerance for danger to go running every day. The loop generally isn’t very wide, and if you consistently

go on the road, there will inevitably be near-misses. The transition in the loop from behind the Education Building to Centennial Hall, for example, can be genuinely scary.

As noted in a Sept. 17 article in The Signal, “Wi-Fi in the Towers voted down,” there have been no running-related incidents reported by Campus Police since 2011, and that’s a great sign. But that’s not a predictive measurement — it doesn’t mean anything won’t happen in the future — and after years of running the loop on a regular basis, I think the current setup enhances the possibility of a critical incident occurring.

Keeping runners as far removed from that kind of danger should be important to the administration, even more so than supplying freshman with what is ultimately a luxury convenience.

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Features

Sig Pi and the Bee – helping a friend in need Fraternity raises money for student with cancer

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Contestants take turns spelling words from a very unconventional list of terms.

By Annabel Lau Web Editor

The Sigma Pi Annual Spelling Bee may have started out as a carefree night of spelling words like “YOLO” and “bootylicious,” and hosts being dressed in nothing but their colorful shorts and blazers, but its ending was far from trivial.

The comedic affair on Wednesday, Sept. 24, took an unexpected turn when Shap Bahary, junior criminology major and president of Sigma Pi fraternity, announced where the funds raised that night would be headed.

“A member of Phi Kappa Tau was diagnosed with lymphoma recently,” Bahary said. “Chris Napoli — he couldn’t be here with us today, but all the money that we raise (usually) goes off to some research foundation somewhere and we never see the effects of it. But with our first programming event … we really wanted to change that. This time around, we wanted to go ahead and give it to someone we know, a brother in our own community.”

The spelling bee raised $1,007 to be donated to Chris Napoli and his family to help with all the expenses associated with his battle

against cancer.

“When it comes to treating cancer, that doesn’t do much,” Bahary said. “But at the same time, every little dent helps.”

Napoli, a junior business major, was diagnosed with lymphoma in August of this past year, according to Steve Rosen, junior secondary education major and president of Phi Kappa Tau. Although Napoli could not attend the event, he was thrilled to hear about the donation, Rosen said. “(Chris) was honestly just speechless,” Rosen said. “He said he would graciously accept any donation, and he could use all the help he could get. I talked to both his parents and they both said the same thing, and the family just wants everyone to know how appreciative they are, not just for the money but the support in general.”

According to Ryan Molicki, sophomore marketing major and programming chair of Sigma Pi, more than 250 people attended the event, which raised more than three times the amount of money collected in previous years.

Organizations were asked to pay $30 in order to sponsor a contestant, but few participants stuck to the minimum donation.

“So many organizations were so gracious about giving more than what they were asked to,” Molicki said.

Contestants from 12 oncampus organizations — such

as Zeta Tau Alpha, Sigma Alpha Epsilon and the TCNJ Ambassadors — competed for the grand prize: a $25 gift card to the Italian restaurant, Piccolo Trattoria.

Julia Malak, junior communication studies major and a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma, was the last contestant standing after successfully spelling the word “aboulia,” defined as a personality disorder where one is unable to make decisions independently. But for Malak, the highlight of her night was not the victory.

“I think it’s always nice to win, of course, but knowing

that I was a part of an event that helped someone close to the TCNJ community really meant a lot,” she said.

Rosen, who accepted the donation on behalf of Napoli, was overcome with gratitude for both the act of kindness and the high number of participants.

“It’s awesome to see another group of guys step up,” Rosen said. “We’ve all been doing our own fundraising to help Chris in our own way, but to see someone else in the TCNJ community helping out the way they did — I’m at a loss for words.”

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Hosts of the spelling bee dress for success and keep the audience laughing through the entire night.

Active Minds teaches campus to prevent suicide

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Active Minds teaches students suicide prevention methods and how to properly help a friend or fellow student dealing with depression.

By Chelsea LoCascio Staff Writer

Among the crowds of students chitchatting with friends or passing time between classes with a quick lunch, a group of

students broke up the typical happenings of the Brower Student Center with some handprints and hope.

“Every handprint represents a person who’s willing to talk to you,” said junior psychology major Margaret Pappadimatos,

student organizer for Active Minds at the College. “They will talk to you for however long (you) need, as long as you don’t take that final step.”

Active Minds set up a table on Thursday, Sept. 25, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Student Center where students could dip their hands in paint, leave prints on the banner and sign their names as part of Suicide Awareness Month. “(They) are making a pledge to lend a hand to stop suicide,” junior psychology major and president of Active Minds Noelle Skrobola said.

According to Skrobola, suicide is the second leading cause of death, because those suffering with depression tend to keep their thoughts to themselves.

“We want to raise awareness and educate people,” Skrobola said. “We want to get the campus talking. (It’s a) taboo topic … it’s often brushed under the rug.”

In the Active Minds information session, students learned suicide prevention skills, according to Skrobola.

If someone is very serious about taking their own life, Pappadimatos encouraged people to never leave the sufferer alone and even stay with them overnight, if necessary.

In less critical situations, it is still

crucial to make it known that there are people that are always available to listen to any pressing problems they have, Pappadimatos said.

Members of Active Minds agree that talking the situation out is the best way to prevent suicide.

“It’s really important to open yourself up for conversation,” Pappadimatos said.

“Never accuse them of being crazy or exaggerating. Take everything they say serious. Don’t feel like you’re battling by yourself.”

This battle of mental health disorders is more common than most would think, as it affects one in four adults, according to the organization.

For this reason, the members of Active Minds stress that social support, especially around campus, is a key component in the fight to prevent suicide.

Skrobola strongly encourages that those who are suffering go to a friend or the Counseling and Psychological Services offered here at the College.

“Definitely try your best to reach out to the resources on campus … It can be really hard when you’re in that mindset,” Skrobola said. see HELPING page 11

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Helping / Just being there

Campus Style

By Heather Hawkes & Jordan Koziol Columnists

This season, the fashion world has seen a shift in footwear trends. Get yourself ready to go out with the old and in with the new as we give you just a few examples of the latest and greatest ways to strut on the city streets: Ankle Boots: Pushing its way past the ever-popular riding boot, these anklehugging beauties will elevate your style from zero to 100 really quickly. Probably the greatest thing about this trend is that it’s so versatile. Pair them with a cute knee-length dress or even some anklecropped jeans and you’ve got yourself a recipe for the runway.

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Students leave handprints as a pledge to raise awareness about suicide and work to create a positive environment on campus. continued from page 10 Active Minds abide by a pledge that says, “I pledge that I will: tell someone if I’m struggling.” Another part of the pledge says, “I pledge that I will: not make jokes about suicide.”

This part of the pledge is vital in the prevention of suicide, because people do not understand that their jokes hurt more than they amuse.

“I’m honestly personally offended,” junior psychology major and Vice President of Active Minds Sarah Perry said.

“People don’t realize that (other) people take it seriously … you think your words don’t hurt, but they do.”

“You don’t have to be perfect. You just need to be there.” These words of encouragement, among others, splattered the Active Minds’ sign in front of their table to remind the passersby that no amount of stress, bullying or selfdoubt should make someone take their own life.

“At the end of the day, your family and friends are there for you,” Perry said.

“Reach out, and you will see people are struggling just as much as you are.”

Birkenstock Sandals: Fashion seems to have an obsession with making unconventionally appealing styles a hot trend.

These German-made sandals have a bit of a chunky feel to them that has previously had the reputation of an “around the house” shoe. Enter 2014, however, and top style icons, such as Heidi Klum, have incorporated these shoes into their everyday street fashion. Designers such as Miu Miu and Tory Burch have even put their own spin on this trend out on the market.

Strappy Heels: Though we all love our pumps, models have been spotted wearing open-toed strappy heels on the city streets. This simplistic shoe is sure to bring an air of sheer elegance to your wardrobe. These heels are ideal for

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Run errands or tackle that day trip with ease in slip-on sneakers. pairing with jeans to pull off a casualmeets-sophisticated ensemble.

Slip-On Sneakers: Nothing is better than when comfort meets fashion. Say goodbye to the days of compromise and say hello to new days of strutting down the city streets without grimacing from the pain of unforgiving shoes. Don’t be afraid to pair your slip-ons with a dress or skirt to show off your ability to master New York street style.

Environment

Short film raises awareness about a big issue

By Neha Vachhani Columnist

Director Louie Schwartzberg and writer Scott Z. Burns came together to create an inspirational, three-minute short film called “What’s Possible,” stressing that climate change is a grave problem that can be solved.

The video, narrated by Morgan Freeman, pans over windmill farms and solar panels intermittently with scenes of oceans and forests to display the possibility of a future where technology works harmoniously with the natural world. Freeman’s narration promotes an ideal way of living by using resources that do not pollute the air or the oceans. As he states,

“the food we eat will be good for our bodies, and good for our planet,” the video suggests that saving the world we live in does not mean compromising our way of living, but merely changing the way we regard the environment.

“What’s Possible” conveys the overarching message of exactly that – what possible improvements people can make and need to make in order for the world to cease deteriorating. Sea levels rising, species dying, pollution and climate change are samples of the ecological problems that are mentioned – problems that warrant people to take action. The short film ends with a message of hope, resonating with the notion that we need to unite to make a change.

Schwartzberg and Burns’s film was presented to

world leaders at the United Nations Climate Summit, displaying that there are solutions to the global crisis that is climate change. The aim of the short film is for everyday people of the world to insist their leaders come together and create a better future for everyone.

Motivational short films such as “What’s Possible” allow anyone with internet connection to spread awareness across the globe. The video was posted on a myriad of social networking websites, as well as popular web journals and online news blogs. On www.takepart.com/ climate, you can watch the film, keep up with current climate events as well as sign petitions to make a political change advocating for the environment.

The Hollyword: Another woman in Clinton’s life

By Johnanthony Alaimo Columnist

I believe Kardashian and divorce have become synonyms. In another Kardashian-style heartbreak, Bruce and Kris Jenner have called it quits after 22 years of marriage, TV cameras and an insurmountable quest for fame. The pair has already been living apart for 11 months now. By “apart,” it is unclear if that means Bruce lived in another home or simply moved to the other side of the house.

The soon-to-be exes are still very much involved in their two young daughters lives, as well as their Vine careers, I’m assuming. (If you have not seen Kylie Jenner’s Vine account yet, please waste some valuable time of your life and do so). So re-start the “___ Days With No Kardashian Divorce” counter.

And start placing bets (I give it 60 days).

Lindsay Lohan is hungry, probably physically because cocaine only has so

many calories, but professionally as well.

The “actress” pitched an idea for “Mean Girls 2” to writer Tina Fey when Lohan met with her (AKA broke into her apartment). Apparently, Lohan wants the story to pick up years later and follow the clique of women who have turned into housewives and are “cheating.” Wow, incredible. Too bad that idea already took off in the form of “Desperate Housewives.”

A “Mean Girls 2” actually does exist.

However, it is painful and awful, and the mere fact it calls itself a sequel is actually offensive. My opinion? “Mean Girls” needs a sequel as much as Lindsay deserves an Oscar.

America’s royal baby has arrived.

Chelsea Clinton, the daughter of former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, delivered her bundle of joy on Friday night. Another Clinton in the world is just what I need in this life of sin. People are also talking about how Secretary Clinton’s new role

as grandma will affect her future political ambitions. But if the grandma stereotype is real, then I expect her to spoil us

rotten. Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses … and $20 every Sunday. Thanks, grandma.

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Grandma Hillary welcomes a new generation to America’s favorite political family behind the Kennedys.

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Arts & Entertainment

Mixed Signals return with humorous spirit

By Jonathan Edmondson Arts & Entertainment Editor

The Library Auditorium, a generally serene and intimate venue, was packed with students on Sunday, Sept. 21, for the first Mixed Signals show of the year.

The Mixed Signals are the College’s only improv-theater group, currently consisting of eight diverse members who put on hilarious performances throughout the school year. The troupe relies on each other to create dynamic skits with contagious energy.

Their performances never disappoint, for their varied comedic skills appeal to a wide variety of audiences.

Each of their shows is a series of different improvisational games, usually basing them around audience suggestions.

In one skit called “The Dating Game,” three contestants vie for the love of one of the troupe members — senior Shannon McGovern during this performance. The twist, however, is that each of the contestants has a weird quirk, which they take

from audience suggestions. One was a serial killer, one had an affinity for tuna fish and the last had unrelenting hot flashes.

Junior Steven Munoz is the new president of the group.

“It’s been a really awesome year so far,” Munoz said. “The troupe works really well together, and we hit our stride quickly this year. Being that there are only eight of us right now, it feels like

we are super in-sync with each other.”

Another popular skit during the night was Half-Life, in which Munoz and senior marketing major Garrett Verdone performed a scene in two minutes, then repeated that same scene in one minute, 30 seconds and so on.

The troupe consistently gets a lot of laughs during each performance and has a strong and passionate following. Some

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The Mixed Signals perform with high comedic energy at first fall show.

members are even recognized just walking around campus.

Being the first official show of the new school year, the Signals performed for the first time without four members who graduated last spring.

“It definitely feels a little strange without the four people who have moved on, but it is also exciting and invigorating to have such a small troupe,” Munoz said.

A majority of the Mixed Signals are also currently involved with other theatrical productions on campus, including McGovern in All College Theater’s production of “Romeo and Juliet” and Munoz starring in TCNJ Musical Theatre’s fall musical “Rent.”

Each of the eight members bring a diverse background to each show, creating a truly unique performance every time.

The troupe, which is looking to expand its membership, will be holding auditions in October.

“We can’t wait to have new members, though, and we are definitely ready to see what new talent can bring,” Munoz said.

Johansen writes a magical, riveting novel

By Kayla Whittle Correspondent

Kelsea Raleigh Glynn is a 19-year-old princess and leaving her sheltered home in the woods for the first time. Her kingdom, the Tearling, is threatened with war by its neighbor, Mortmesne, whose queen knows powerful magic.

Though she is young and inexperienced, Kelsea is able to find strength and magic of her own in “The Queen of the Tearling”.

Looking at the nearly 500 pages that make up this novel, you may be intimidated. This book

by Erika Johansen is a daunting read of magic, royalty and war, yet so well-written that you begin to forget how bulky it is.

“The Queen of the Tearling” is not fast-paced. While there are incredible fight scenes, packed with flaming arrows, attempted assassinations and traitorous guards, they are dispersed throughout the book.

It sets up a complex plotline — really, several plots tied into one epic tale — making large sections filled with court intrigue and battle planning necessary. The storyline continues to grow throughout the book until the conclusion, where plot twists fuel an epic battle that leaves you anxious for a sequel.

This is a novel that should attract readers simply because it can cater to teenagers and adults without hurting the plot with unnecessary romance. There are no love triangles to be found

in the Tearling. Kelsea is busy training to fight, learning court etiquette and earning the loyalty of her people — leaving no time for drama-inducing men. As she gains the respect of her people, Kelsea comes into her own after acting like an anxious girl when she is truly a formidable queen.

Moving from a stable home to a court where her own uncle is only one among many attempting to kill her, Kelsea must grow physically and emotionally stronger. She also gets admiration from the reader. This is particularly important due to the fact that Erika Johansen is writing this book for a trilogy and needs Kelsea likable enough for fans to continue rooting for her.

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‘Queen of the Tearling’ captivates with an epic storyline.

This novel would be perfect for anyone looking for an epic storyline and a fantastic set of characters. The Queen’s guard, foster parents and even her maids are well-developed and interesting.

Johansen also provides a villainess worth hating, the monstrous

queen of Mortmesne who at times overtakes the narration.

“The Queen of the Tearling” is a novel that needs to be more well-known and read. Hopefully, more readers will indulge in this complex plot and beautifully designed setting.

TMT displays musical flair at Broadway Night

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Munoz and Teller open the night with ‘Party Hat.’

By Kelly Corbett Staff Writer

For those who have a stash of Playbills in their rooms, hum show tunes in the shower or just have a passion for musical theater, the College hosted its annual Broadway Night on Friday, Sept. 26, and Saturday, Sept. 27, presenting students with an opportunity to perform numbers from some of their favorite Broadway shows. Sponsored by TCNJ’s Musical Theatre, the Library Auditorium was transformed into a theater as some of the College’s most talented took to the stage.

The night kicked off with a performance of “Party Hat” by junior Steve Munoz and senior Morgan Teller. They treated

the audience to a comedic cat chase as Teller played a fanatic cat lady trying to crown Munoz with a birthday party hat.

In “The Ballad of Sara Berry,” audience members were reminded of high school as sophomores Samantha Miller, Gretchen Heller, Kathleen Fox and Emily Albright performed this number from “35mm.” The ballad focused on voting Sara Berry for prom queen, the most popular girl in school.

Juniors Ken Abes and Rachel Fikslin took to the stage to battle out who was crazier in the song “I’m Crazier Than You” from “The Addams Family.” The two feuded both vocally and choreographically in an attempt to find out who was more impulsive and spontaneous.

The performances continued with freshman Emma Streckenbein performing “Too Pretty” from R.R.R.E.D the Secret Musical, a comical number in which she is fed up with being ”too pretty” for her working-girl lifestyle of serving, delivering and cleaning the floor.

In light of the recent death of actor Robin Williams, seniors Kayla DiSibio, Christine Rybicki and Matt Iannacone combined forces with Munoz and seniors Adam Zierig and Dana Joy Carducci to enchant the audience with “Friend like Me” from everyone’s favorite classic, “Aladdin.” Reminding each other that “you ain’t never had a friend like me,” the group treated the audience to a circus act of juggling and a magician act of pulling a scarf out of a hat while asking, “Can your friend do this?”

Senior Mariah-Lynn Black performed “I Can Do Better Than That” from “The Last Five Years” — a powerful number dedicated to wanting the absolute best for yourself.

The night concluded with a group finale, as all the performers gathered on stage for one final song. They sang “Brotherhood of Man” from “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.”

In remarks to the show, sophomore sociology major Matthew Hardy “(admired) how talented all the performers were,” wishing he could be up there on stage with them one year.

For those who missed Broadway night, TMT’s production of “Rent” will be coming to the Black Box Theater this November.

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Sophomore girls perform a haunting group number.

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‘Girl Most Likely’ fails despite stellar cast

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Acclaimed actresses Wiig and Bening flounder due to weak screenplay.

By Chris Minitelli Staff Writer

There are countless movies out that tell the story of characters who venture into the real world on their own but ultimately end up right back at home. “Girl Most Likely,” which was just added to Netflix’s streaming service, tells a come-

dic story just like this.

The film, starring Kristen Wiig, Annette Bening, Matt Dillon and Darren Criss, tells the story of Imogene, played by Wiig, who is a promising playwright living in New York City. Imogene goes through a difficult breakup and then faces rejection from the unwelcoming upper-class society where she never truly fit in. In an attempt

to get her boyfriend back, Imogene fakes an attempt at committing suicide.

After this troubling series of events, she must to go back to the place she has avoided for years — home. There, Imogene learns about different hardships her family members have faced and learns things she never knew about them. All of this helps her learn more about herself and what she truly wants in life.

While I had very high expectations for “Girl Most Likely,” it failed to meet many of them. Although this movie has some relatively funny moments, most of the jokes fell flat. This film largely takes place in Ocean City, N.J., so naturally there were Jersey jokes galore. While I am one who can laugh at a joke about New Jersey, the writers of “Girl Most Likely” tried way too hard to add them in. These were not the only jokes that missed the mark. The writing in general was extremely lacking.

The writers failed to really develop any of the story line, with very little character development and quite predictable situations and outcomes.

Not only was the writing lackluster, but the acting was also rather unimpressive.

Although the cast list for “Girl Most Likely” looks impressive, the actors seemed to flop. There was very little chemistry between any of the cast, which makes it difficult to believe anything they do or say.

Along with this, the cast’s comedic timing seems to be very off, too. In particular, while Wiig usually delivers very strong and hilarious performances in her work, she seems to be off in this film, along with the rest of the cast and their attempts at New Jersey accents. A big reason why I think these established actors did not flourish in their roles is the poor writing of the script. Actors can only do so much with a script that is lacking originality.

Ultimately, I was disappointed with “Girl Most Likely.” I had high expectations for it as soon as I saw a trailer, but it did not even come close to meeting them.

With unimpressive and poor performances, and even worse writing, “Girl Most Likely” is definitely a movie that these notable actors, and I, will try to forget.

Students showcase talents at first Soloist Night

By Mackenzie Cutruzzula Correspondent The Rathskeller held its first student soloist night of the semester on Friday, Sept. 26, featuring four student performers.

The room was filled with tunes both old and new, including hits from The Beatles and Adele.

Sophomore Joanne Kim kicked off the night with her guitar in hand. She warmed up the small crowd with her soulful voice and R&B feel. She put her own twist on indie hits such as “Take Me Out” by Franz Ferdinand and “Sleeping Sickness” by Dallas Green. Kim was excited to sing her favorite song of the moment on stage, “Riptide” by Vance Joy. Finishing off her set with a

throwback crowd pleaser, Death Cab For Cutie’s “I’ll Follow You Into The Dark,” Kim was greeted with lots of applause.

Following Kim, Eric Mauro gave the growing crowd a lot to smile about. His cheery folk sound was catchy and vibrant.

Equipped with a ukulele and a smooth voice, Mauro went all-in on The Beatles classic, “Blackbird.” Mauro gave the crowd a piece of his personality, playing two original instrumental pieces on his ukulele. Mauro had great stage presence as well, smiling through minor mistakes and laughing at himself.

Junior Seton Helwig accompanied Mauro for his last number. With a ukulele and a set of bells, the duet sang Chvrches’s

“The Mother We Share.” Helwig remained on stage for her solo set, creatively opening with the “Orange is the New Black” theme song, “You’ve Got Time”

by Regina Spektor.

Helwig loves performing in any way possible. She is a competitive drumline drummer outside of campus and part of the women’s ensemble at the College.

Helwig had never participated in any of the Rat performances before, but she enjoyed her time singing hits like “Little Talks”

by Of Monsters and Men and “To Make You Feel My Love”

by Adele.

Ending the night was junior Ryan Quindlen. With the longest set of the night, Quindlen played to an engaged crowd of about 35

people. His pop rendition of Macklemore’s “Thrift Shop” got the crowd interested. Taking on other hip-hop and R&B classics and making them his own, Quindlen covered TLC’s “No Scrubs” and Gnarls Barkley’s “Crazy.”

“I love performing, and I really enjoy writing a lot,” Quindlen said, having been involved in music for about nine years.

The real show stopper was one of the four original songs he played. Getting the crowd going, he introduced his next song as being about “my one true love.” The crowd met the introduction with a unanimous “aww,” but Quindlen warned against being misguided by that teaser. The crowd was graced for the next three minutes by a song

that referenced every movie that featured Emma Stone. Cleverly titled “Emma Stoned,” Quindlen demonstrated a talent for storytelling spanning his other original songs “Pop Culture” and “Toothbrush.” The finale of the night was also an original, “I Don’t Know, Love,” a catchy tune with a snap, crackle and pop of a hook.

“I would like to do music in the future, even if it’s just a side thing,” Quindlen said. “I’m definitely not done pursuing it.”

Quindlen can be found DJing at local bars on the weekend and performs in a Led Zeppelin cover band in his hometown.

Closer to campus, though, he enjoys playing shows at the Rat throughout the semester.

U2 shows lack of imagination on ‘Songs’

By Peter Fiorilla News Editor Demonstrating a clear lack of musical imagination in its newest album, “Songs of Innocence,” U2 shows it has more ideas about how to distribute music — this time in a way that grabbed the attention of the world, with an unexpected invasion onto the devices of all Apple users — then how to make it.

“Songs of Innocence,” U2’s first studio release since 2009, was originally intended by polarizing lead singer Bono to deviate from the group’s unusually strict musical style, according to Pitchfork Media. And the album does put the slightest of twists on the U2 formula, as Bono sings at length about the regrets and experiences he had growing up in Dublin, Ireland.

For fans of the band — and no matter how mockable U2 is, they have many fans — there is a healthy helping of new

‘Songs’ is over-produced and mediocre.

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content via the lyrics, which have a novel-like continuity throughout “Songs.” U2 still puts together albums with narratives and a shared theme in a time when everyone else is busy lumping together 11 distinct viral hits, which means this dinosaur of a band can actually feel refreshing at times.

In a pop music culture in which it’s easy to be singularly cynical or sexy, Bono also goes against the grain with his intent of spreading an uplifting message. Throwing out lines like, “we know that we fear to win / and so we end before we begin” throughout “Songs,” Bono encourages his listeners to fight through personal adversity and find their own unique voices. This is an album which, for better or worse, is trying to convince you it can authentically mean something to everyone, and if you compare it to the other mega-pop hits of the year — think Iggy Azalea and Ariana Grande — then it almost achieves depth.

It takes more than some generic lines from Bono to make a worthwhile album, though. His message and story aren’t compelling enough to stand on their own, and his public persona guarantees the lyrics were a huge turn-off for many people before he wrote them. But rather than creating genuinely fresh or countercultural music to complement the lyrics, blazing its way to the top of the charts like it did in the 1980s, U2 seems content to rest on its laurels and churn out yet more wishy-washy mediocrity.

This is because “Songs” goes back to the same vanilla, alternative sound that — in combination with the generically inspirational lines from Bono — have both given U2 widespread appeal and made them an easy target. Among the harshest detractors of the band’s style are music critics, and it’s easy to understand why. “Songs” has no signature spark, no shock to the system or left hook to make it stand out.

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U2 makes new album free to all Apple users.

The music is not terrible, per se. It’s poppy and smooth, and often sounds like an electronic dance party held underwater in a sea of synths and disco lights. The production is impeccable, albeit almost overly so — the album can feel sleek and over-produced, taking away the raw edge that made U2 likeable in its heydey.

Yet there’s nothing interesting about the music, either.

Each of the 11 songs adheres to the conventional verse-chorus structure U2 has abused for the last four decades, and at its worst, which is most of the album, “Songs” sounds bereft of ideas, an electronic dance party that probably should have ended 20 years ago.

That means for U2 fans, “Songs” is a so-so release that will take you only as far as your love of Bono. For everyone else, the delivery of the album will be the pinnacle of its achievement. Now that you’ve been reminded U2 exists, the band has made little effort to convince you they still matter.

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Sports

Division I recruit excels with the Lions Baranowsky has no regrets leaving Maine

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Senior tight end Ryan Baranowsky plays a huge role for the Lions.

By Anthony Caruso Staff Writer

Senior Ryan Baranowsky thought he was going to be a Division I athlete out of high school. He was recruited by and accepted a scholarship offer to play for the Maine Black Bears in the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS).

The Black Bears play in the Colonial Athletic Association, which is arguably one of the toughest conferences in the country for FCS football. The Black Bears were 4-7 in 2010 after being recruited by

long-time head coach Jack Cosgrove.

But, while his future with the Bears didn’t go quite as planned, he’s excelled on the home turf of the Lions and is happy to be here.

“I decided to attend the University of Maine originally because it seemed like the right fit for me at the time,” Baranowsky said. “I was offered a scholarship and really enjoyed my official visit. Unfortunately, it did not work out. I redshirted as a freshman and realized Maine was not the right place for me.”

After opting out of Maine, he had to make a decision on where he wanted to

continue his education. Baranowsky ultimately chose to attend the College, where he would focus on academics and return to the football field.

“I chose TCNJ for the quality of education and location,” he said. “It was a little closer then Maine. It’s nice not having to fly home for every holiday break. I have no regrets on leaving Maine.”

However, prior to his leave of Maine and his appearance at the College, Baranowsky left his mark at his high school.

The Moorestown, N.J. resident elected not to attend his hometown high school.

Instead, he decided to attend Bishop Eustace Preparatory School in Pennsauken, N.J., playing tight end and defensive end for coach Robert Cormier.

As a senior, he was first-team All-Burlington/Olympic League. He was also first-team All-Parochial and second-team All-South Jersey as a defensive end. Bishop Eustace also won a Burlington/Olympic League Championship in his final campaign.

“Playing football for BE (Bishop Eustace) was a great experience for me,” he said. “I developed friendships and memories that will last forever. Rob Cormier was a fantastic coach. I couldn’t have asked for a better high school experience.”

In 2011, he played in 10 games for the College. His first collegiate reception came on a three-yard game against Buffalo State.

The following year, he received a start against Western Connecticut State and played in 10 games. He had six receptions for 52 yards, an average of 8.7 yards per play.

On July 30, 2013, the football program received its new head coach Wayne Dickens. He had the job for just 37 days before his first game, and coached the team to a 5-5 record.

Under Dickens, Baranowsky has excelled while being named All-NJAC Firstteam as a tight end. He appeared in eight games and was subsequently hurt in two games in which he was unable to play.

He had 17 receptions for 235 yards and a touchdown. He had his best game last year against Morrisville State, where he caught three receptions for 59 yards and a touchdown on Homecoming.

He averaged 13.8 yards per catch and 29.4 yards per game. His longest catch of the season came on a 32-yard play against FDUFlorham in the second game of the season.

This season, he missed the FDU-Florham game and has played in the other two games. In those games, he has nine receptions for 72 yards and a touchdown.

“Coach Dickens is a true players coach,” Baranowsky said. “He has this program going in the right direction. It’s amazing how close he has brought this team together in such a short period of time. I feel very comfortable in his system.”

But soon Baranowsky will be trading in football to pursue a career as a financial advisor after he graduates in May. “I interned with Morgan Stanley for a year and really enjoyed my experience,” he said. “I do not see coaching in my future, but I will stay involved with the program and do anything I can to help this program win.”

Cheap Seats

An end of an era at Yankee Stadium

By Kevin Luo Staff Writer

I can’t say I’m the biggest baseball fan in the world, but you don’t need to be a Yankees fan or a baseball fan to appreciate the magnitude of Derek Jeter’s final moments at Yankees Stadium.

This past week, the sports world was essentially put on hold for Jeter’s final series at Yankee Stadium. It was all anyone was talking about on social media. ESPN was constantly talking about it.

Snapchat even created a My Story to track pictures and videos people were taking during the series.

I thought everyone was blowing Jeter’s final home games a little out of proportion. This wasn’t Lou Gehrig being forced into retirement following his ALS diagnosis. This wasn’t Magic Johnson announcing he’d retire following his HIV diagnosis. This was just a star athlete retiring and moving on to the next stage of his life. What was the big deal about that?

Then, I thought about it and realized this wasn’t just any retirement. This was Derek Jeter retiring. This was not only the captain and shortstop of the Yankees retiring, but also an end of an era, as Jeter was the last active member

of the great Yankees teams of the ’90s. I’m not sure if Jeter was ever considered the best player in the game at any point in his career, but he was definitely one of the biggest, if not the biggest, baseball icon of the last two decades. This was also the biggest athlete retirement of the social media era.

Along with having great onfield accomplishments, Jeter was a tremendous face for the league.

In a time when we hear about high profile athletes getting into trouble off the field on the regular and following the Steroid Era when a dark cloud hung over Major League Baseball, many people were questioning whether or not athletes should be idolized by young kids.

I don’t think those questions were ever raised about Derek Jeter. He was a class act on and off the field.

I never heard anyone in the media say they had a problem with Jeter (except maybe in Boston), and I’m sure the parents of the millions of kids around the world who idolize him have no problem with him being their children’s hero.

After all the hype surrounding Jeter’s final games, Jeter could’ve gone hitless in the series and it still would’ve been an incredible moment for the sports world seeing him take his

Derek Jeter, an icon in baseball, plays his last game at Yankee Stadium.

last steps in Yankee Stadium.

However, Jeter ended his Yankee Stadium career in the most Derek Jeter way possible.

Jeter has always had a clutch gene on par with any other athlete in sports, so it was only fit-

ting that he end the game with a walk-off single. It was a moment that seemed scripted out of a Hollywood movie. This moment wasn’t the same as John Elway riding off into the sunset with a Super Bowl victory right before

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his retirement, but it still felt magical. Hats off to you, Number Two. Whether he plays in the Yankees’ final series against the Red Sox, this will be the storybook ending to Jeter’s amazing storybook career.

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Women’s soccer picks up 5-0 home win Women’s Soccer

By Michael Battista Correspondent

In a dominating display, the College’s women’s soccer team scored a victory over Fairleigh Dickinson’s Devils 5-0 on Tuesday, Sept. 23. Coming off the previous Friday’s win, the team was hoping to start another winning streak after its last one was cut off at four games. The defense didn’t need to do much, however, as the women’s offense kept the action in the Devil’s zone for a majority of the game.

The goals came in the middle and end of each half, with the beginning of each having back and forth skirmishes for possession. It was during these beginning minutes that the Lions showed some flaws, as they missed numerous passes to one another and wasted golden goal opportunities. Sophomore midfielder Sarah Marion, who netted a goal and an assist, showed some frustration.

“Sometimes you just get unlucky in the box. It happens,” Marion said. “We’ve practiced those exact plays in practice before, too.”

However, these missed opportunities didn’t hold the team back for long, as shot after shot landed in the back of the goal.

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Senior forward Gina Caprara dominates on offense on Tuesday night.

The Devil’s could not hold the ball in the Lion’s end for very long, only for oneto three-minute bursts. Marion believed that the backfield “was solid all the way through the game and contributed heavily to the shutout we had.” She went on to say that in the second half, the women’s offense “made it difficult for FDU to even get the ball past midfield.”

Coach Joe Russo echoed the statement.

“I think it is a combination of both,” Russo said. “The defending aspect in soccer starts with your attacking players and carries through to the back line.”

The Lions defense, lead by sophomore Brianna Petro, senior Lori Genovesi and junior Brianna Cummings, helped keep the total shots on goal against the Lions

to three, with none needing to be saved by goalie senior Kendra Griffith. Players like Marion, junior forward Justine Larocca and senior forward Gina Caprara were some of the many outstanding players on offense, whose combined efforts took nine of the team’s 26 shots on goal.

Even toward the end, as both teams started to get physical with one another, the women were able to keep calm and focus on the task at hand.

“When a team’s tired, they get scrappy,” Marion said, saying that she believed both teams were losing steam toward the end of the game.

Looking at how the team is playing, Marion thinks each game is important, yet believes that “Montclair will be a big game” for the women’s team. The 7-1 Red Hawks play at the College on Saturday, Oct. 4, and will be one of the team’s biggest challenges in the regular season. Regardless, the team’s next game on Wednesday, Oct. 1, against Richard Stockton College is its main focus. Russo explained he sees “the next game being the most important (one).”

“The common theme has always been: Win the next game ... and win the last game,” he said.

Women’s Tennis

Lions shine at USTA three-day tournament

By Kyle Bennion Photo Editor

The College’s women’s tennis team saw action this weekend in the United States Tennis Association (USTA)/Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Northeast Regional that took place in Geneva, NY, from Saturday, Sept. 27, through Monday, Sept. 29.

The Lions had a very strong tournament, with all four players that competed in the singles bracket recording at least

one victory. In doubles action, junior captains Jasmine Muniz-Cadorette and Emma Allen played well into the quarterfinals.

Sophomore Anna Prestera and freshman Maddy Stoner fought hard place second in the consolation bracket, dropping a tight 8-6 match in the finals. MunizCadorette advanced to the quarterfinals in singles play with three wins before dropping a nail-biting three-set match to sixthseeded Kirsten Ackerman from the Sage College. Also in singles play, Allen and sophomore Katie Buchbinder scored wins

in the opening round of the tournament.

The highlight of the tournament, however, may have been the incredible run through the tournament by freshman Brittany Reedman, who strung together five straight victories to advance to the finals.

Her quest for the tournament title fell short in the title match when she fell, 6-0 to Kate Christensen from Vassar College.

Reedman recorded the biggest win of her career in the semifinals against William Paterson’s Brittany LaBruna by a score of 6-2, 2-6, 6-1. LaBruna had entered the

tournament as the top seed and was also the defending champion.

Reedman had an impressive start to the tournament, as well, knocking off three seeded players in her first four matches.

After winning in straight sets in the opening round, she knocked off the fourth, eighth and ninth seeds in succession to earn a spot in the semis.

This tournament was the last event on the schedule for the Lions, as they now prepare themselves for conference tournament play.

Men’s Soccer

Men’s soccer at bottom of NJAC standings

By Peter Fiorilla News Editor Struggles to produce goals have put the men’s soccer team in a hole after just three conference games, as losses in all of them — including setbacks this week to Richard Stockton College, 1-0, and Kean University, 4-0 — leave the College at the bottom of the NJAC standings.

At the heart of the problem, the Lions (3-6-2, 0-3) have had difficulty getting on the board, as they’ve been shut out in all of their conference games so far.

They also have been unable to start games on the right foot, including against Richard Stockton College when they conceded the game-winner in the 10th minute.

Forward Alex Kourahanis sent in a tantalizing cross that narrowly went past the College’s center backs and into the path of onrushing midfielder Ian Carmelia, who pounced for his first goal of the year.

“Conceding a goal before half time is really a matter of concentration and mentality, and we’ve come out slow and nervous in many of our games and we’ve gotten punished for it,” said sophomore goalkeeper Jake Nesteruk, who made six saves. “We need to break the habit of letting up goals early, any time you can keep the game scoreless you have a shot at winning.”

After giving up the early goal, the Lions

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Junior defender Jordan Kayal fights for the ball at Lions Stadium.

bent, but never broke, defensively to keep the game close until the final whistle.

That was largely because Nesteruk denied Stockton with numerous big-time stops, including on a short-range blast in the 53rd minute, and a goal-line clearance several minutes later preserved the score.

“We really focused on a few key players who make them tick, and our goal was to shut them down,” Nesteruk said. “Our biggest strategy in handling them is keeping the ball ourselves and playing our possessionoriented game so we wouldn’t have to play long stretches of defense in our own half.”

It helped that Stockton’s offensive standout, Anthony Colofranson, was out of the game due to yellow card accumulation,

but the Ospreys did all they needed to do on offense for the win.

And while the Lions had fewer touches inside the box than their opponents, they still came up with opportunities to equalize.

High pressure upfield created a few turnovers in the final third, and the Lions had a few dangerous passing sequences in the second half. But, they ended up being near-misses — a blast just wide of net and a save for the Stockton goalkeeper.

It didn’t get any better in the road trip to Kean, where the Lions again conceded first and couldn’t convert on their chances.

Sophomore midfielder Nick Costelloe hit the post in the seventh minute, and the Lions put five more shots on net, but a

Kean goal in the 32nd minute would be all the Cougars needed for the three points.

That goal changed the complexion of the game, forcing the Lions into opening up and chasing the game in the second half.

“We have had to make adjustments going into the second halves of games and later, as well, to push numbers forward to equalize the score and at least get a point from the game, which has made us vulnerable to the counter-attack,” Nesteruk said.

That led to Kean adding insurance goals off a 42nd minute penalty kick, during a loose ball situation in the 72nd minute and off a rebound from a header to round out the scoring in the 77th.

The result leaves the College in last place of the NJAC, having played one more game than most of the other 10 teams.

Next up for the Lions is a home friendly against the College of Staten Island on Wednesday, Oct. 1, and they head to the NJAC-leading Montclair State University in need of a result on Saturday, Oct. 4.

“We know what we are capable of, and we haven’t played up to are standards so far,” Nesteruk said. “At this point, we need to start turning things around and picking up wins. At 0-3, we definitely consider our NJAC games must-wins. We have to have that determined mentality in every game we play if we want something to materialize from this season.”

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Kyle Bennion “The Ref”

Mylin Batipps News Assistant

Sydney Shaw

Opinions Editor

Andrew Grossman

Nation & World Editor

In this week’s Around the Dorm, the “Ref,” Kyle Bennion, asks our panel of experts three questions: With Derek Jeter’s career coming to an end, what was the defining moment of his legacy, does the Giants’ rout of the Redskins say more about where the Giants are headed or about where the Redskins are headed, and which NBA team are you high on that the general public isn’t?

1. With Derek Jeter’s career coming to an end, what was the defining moment of his legacy?

Sydney: Although it was a fluke, Jeter’s famous “flip play” is without a doubt the most prominent moment in the shortstop’s career. In the 2001 American League Championship Series (ALCS) in Oakland, the A’s Terrence Long hit the pitch down the right-field line. Shane Spencer fielded the ball, but severely overthrew it. Hope was not lost, though. It was Jeter who appeared near the first-base foul line and shoveled it over to catcher Jorge Posada.

Jeremy Giambi was tagged out to preserve a 1-0 Yankees lead. From that moment on, the country looked at Jeter differently.

“That’s one of those plays you talk about,” A’s manager Bob Melvin said of the flip. “Jeter’s got point-guard qualities, where he’s just in the right place at the right time. That was probably as being in the right place at the right time as you’re ever going to be on a baseball field.”

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The Yankees advanced to the World Series that season, and two years later, Jeter became captain of the team.

Andrew: Derek Jeter’s “flip” play in

Game 3 of the 2001 ALDS was without a doubt the future Hall-of-Famer’s defining moment. Down 2-0 in the bestof-five series, Jeter’s immaculate play

kept the Yankees alive as they clinched Game 3, and eventually the series. This individual effort truly summed up what type of player this Yankee great was.

While he may not have been the most talented player on the field, his instincts and the effort he put into every game could not be matched. Jeter will go down in history as one of the top shortstops in the game, and his flip play – in my opinion – will always be his single greatest individual moment.

Mylin: When people think of a defining moment in Derek Jeter’s career, they think of the 2004 game against the Red Sox where he launched into the left-field stands after his catch that ended the 12th inning and gave the Yankees a 5-4 win. He dove face first with his feet in the air before emerging from the stands with a huge gash under his right eye and a shoulder injury that resulted in a hospital trip. The moment was Jeter’s first real dive into legendary status as a major league player.

Sydney gets 3 points for dropping a Bob Melvin quote, Mylin gets 2 points for saying a different moment than ‘the flip,’ and Andrew gets 1 point for mentioning the instincts of Jeter.

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2. Does the Giants’ rout of the Redskins say more about where the Giants are headed or about where the Redskins are headed?

Sydney: It is Washington’s embarrassing loss that speaks to the team’s future, not the Giants’

victory over them. With arguably the worst ball security in the league, the Redskins turned over the football six times during the game.

Quarterback Kirk Cousins threw four interceptions, but it is particularly the three interceptions in the third quarter that are ingrained

in memory, considering that hasn’t been done since 2006. Perhaps it was the two penalties on extra-point attempts that better illustrated Washington’s poor control. Yes, the Giants played a good game, especially tight end Larry Donnell, who walked off the field with a hat trick of touchdowns, but it was by no means outstanding. Had the Redskins put up even a tiny fight, the scoreboard would have looked a lot different. And now that Washington’s left tackle Trent Williams is out with a knee injury, tight end Niles Paul suffered a concussion and defensive end Jarvis Jenkins left with bruised ribs, the team doesn’t look promising.

Andrew: While I am still optimistic for the Washington Redskins, as of now, the New York Giants are looking like a legitimate contender. After two horrible games to open up the season, it looks like Eli Manning and company has begun to find a rhythm.

The biggest factor into the Giants success is based on the turnover ratio. In the first two

games – where they lost both – they lost the turnover battle zero to six. The last two games, however, have been a different story. Against both the Texans and the Redskins, the Giants have a turnover differential of +7, one of the best in the league. If New York can continue to cause turnovers, and Manning can keep his interceptions down to a minimum, then the Giants have a good chance of being in the playoff picture come late December.

Mylin One might look at the Giants vs. Redskins game and have tons of hope for the Giants after their 45-14 win. However, with a crushing loss that the Redskins experienced, one cannot help but examine Washington’s future more closely than he or she would for the Giants. It isn’t looking promising for Washington, as they have to face former Super Bowl champions the Seahawks, as well as the currently undefeated Cardinals. Washington could be out of the lineup before the season is even halfway over.

Andrew gets 3 points for mentioning the turnover ratio, Sydney gets 2 points for singling out Cousins’ decisions, and Mylin gets 1 point for looking forward at the Redskins’ schedule.

3. Which NBA team are you high on that general public isn’t?

Sydney: On Wednesday, The Phoenix Suns landed Eric Bledsoe, one of the greatest guards in the NBA. Just one day later, the team signed free-agent guard Zoran Dragic on a two-year, $3.5 million deal. That alone speaks to how underrated the Suns are this year. The team went 48-34 last season, but a year before that, they ended with a rotten 25-57 record. Part of the team’s newfound success is due to the fact that after years of dysfunction on the management side, things are finally looking up. Remember the headlines like, “Alvin Gentry fired as coach of the last-place Phoenix Suns?” When the Suns hired a general manager without head general-manager experience (Ryan McDonough) and a head coach without headcoaching experience (Jeff Hornacek), nobody was really sure in which direction the team would be heading. But it’s clear that Phoenix is getting better and better every year. Don’t count them out this season.

Andrew: The New Orleans Pelicans have flown under the radar for too long now.

With young talent, this team is ready to make a big push into the playoffs. Leading the team is first time All-Star Anthony Davis. This power forward is a great defender and has been constantly improving on offense. Beside him is former All-Star Jrue Holiday, who brings leadership along with a steady shot. The big question mark for the team, however, lies with shooting guard Eric Gordan. In the past, he has shown that he can be an explosive scorer. But unfortunately, injuries have continued plagued him.

If Gordan can stay healthy, and the young talent continues to mesh well together, then the New Orleans Pelicans will finally be a legitimate NBA Championship contender.

Mylin: I personally think that everyone should pay more attention to the Washington Wizards. The team has worked its magic with a four-game winning streak and a great performance in the playoffs last year. Paul will be piercing his way into small forward position, which is promising. With the way things are going, I think the Wizards will be pulling a lot of tricks out of their hat this coming season and will surprise fans pleasantly.

Sydney gets 3 points for the front office changes, Andrew gets 2 points for the Pelicans ‘flying under the radar’ reference and Mylin gets 1 point for last year’s upset playoff run.

Sydney wins Around the Dorm, 8-6-4

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ports Week In Review The Horizon For

By Gabe Allen Staff Writer Four weeks in and “Guru G’s Gridiron Gang” is still going strong at 4-0, led by Carolina Panthers star rookie receiver Kelvin Benjamin, Adrian Peterson’s replacement, Matt Asiata, and Cowboys running back DeMarco Murray, who is on pace to break the NFL’s single-season rushing record. The fourth year RB has been unable to stay healthy for a whole season yet, but he’s quickly establishing himself as the top RB in the league, leaving many football fans asking: Adrian who?

Meanwhile, the New England Patriots and the Kansas City Chiefs will determine whether “Prestera’s Pals” will be able to remain undefeated as well. Steve Smith Sr. did his part with 139 yards and two touchdowns against his former Panthers club, but in a tough predicament with star QB Peyton Manning on bye during Week 4, Prestera opted to throw Patriots QB Tom Brady into the blender in favor of Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger. Roethlisberger already delivered an impressive 28.4 fantasy points in Sunday’s game versus Tamba Bay, and now instead of being up by 25 points going into MNF, Prestera will have to hold her breath, as her team is up by less than 3 points, and “Grossman’s Garage Party” has Patriots players Julian Edelman and Tim Wright in his lineup.

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face during this game will be worthy of reality TV. Surely he’ll be cheering for his Patriots to win the game, but he’ll probably die a little bit on the inside if Brady decides to throw three touchdown passes to Rob Gronkowski and, in effect, bury his fantasy team in a 1-3 hole.

On the other side, Prestera will have to hope Brady looks better than he has so far this season, but without utilizing Edelman and Wright — as that will likely spell the end for her unbeaten streak.

Fantasy football often creates these types of ridiculous rooting situations where you find yourself feeling somewhat like Austin Powers in “International Man of Mystery,” shouting at the TV screen, “C’mon baby give it to me. Yes, Austin, yes, yes, no, no!”

On the come-up are the Springer-led “Tickle Monsters,” who made a quality add on the waiver wire in Ravens rookie RB Lorenzo Tallaferro to account for his two best running backs having a bye in Week 4. A loss from “Prestera’s Pals” would catapult the “Tickle Monsters” into second place, based on the fact that they’d own the total points tiebreaker.

Also, I’d like to give a special shout-out to the retired Lions fantasy legend, Mike Herold, for earning his first win of the season. With only three teams set to enter Week 5 above .500, his team is nowhere near out of contention for the playoffs. As Rudy Tomjanovich famously said after the Houston Rockets captured their second straight championship, “Don’t ever underestimate the heart of a champion.”

Men’s Soccer October 1 vs. College of Staten Island, 7:30 p.m.

October 4 at Montclair State University, 6 p.m.

Women’s Soccer October at Richard Stockton College, 7 p.m.

October 4 vs. Montclair State University, 7 p.m.

Football October 4 vs. Morrisville State, 12 p.m.

Field Hockey October 2 vs. Albright College, 7:30 p.m.

October 7 at Eastern University, 4 p.m.

THIS WEEK IN SPORTS HISTORY

On October 2, 2005, the NFL played its first game outside of the United States. The Arizona Cardinals defeated the San Francisco 49ers 31-14 in Mexico City, Mexico. Today, the NFL hosts an annual game in London, England.

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Lexi Smith Field Hockey Scored three goals in two games this week

Julie Kayzerman Pete Fiorilla

Sophomore Lexi Smith scored three goals in the Lions’ two wins this week. Smith scored twice in the team’s comeback win vs. Messiah College, including the game winning goal. Smith added another goal at GwyneddMercy to extend the team’s win streak to eight games.

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What was the northern-most city to host the Olympics?

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Last Week’s Trivia Answer : Roger Bannister was awarded Sports Illustrated’s first ever “Sportsman of the Year” title in 1954.

Bannister was a British track and field star and the first person to run a sub-four minute mile.

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Fun Stuff Thought of the day: apparently there’s no paper for this week but ... i don’t see an issue.

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Answer to riddle on page 27: Decimal Point! (5.9)

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MORE Fun Stuff solve the word puzzles!

This maze is nuts

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What mathematical symbol can be placed between 5 and 9, to get a number greater than 5 and smaller than 9? (answer on page 26)

Word puzzle answers: 1. Two by Four 2. Getting Up in the Morning 3. Tennis Match 4. No Time for You 5. They Eyes are Bigger Than the Stomach 6. Just in Case

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Third annual ‘Meters for Mike’ event

Remembering swimmer and 2009 graduate

By Matt Bowker Production Manager

Over 1,000 supporters turned out for the third annual Meters for Mike event to honor the life and memory of 2009 swimmer and graduate Mike Heaney.

Heaney was struck by a car while riding his bike on April 11, 2012, suffering severe brain damage. Heaney was a fighter, spending the next year and a half battling for his life before passing away on November 9, 2013.

“Mike was a great motivator,” said head swimming and diving coach Brian Bishop. “He was one of the hardest workers I’ve ever coached.”

After his passing, four of Heaney’s teammates at the College were looking for a way to honor their late friend. Steve Swenson ’06, Liam Gallagher ’08, Chris Levin ’08 and Mike Molloy ’09, along with Bishop and Heaney’s family, coordinated Meters for Mike just months after Heaney’s accident to pay for his medical bills.

Over the next two years, Meters for Mike grew in popularity and continued to raise money for Heaney’s medical care.

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Swimmers from the College honor the life of 2009 graduate Mike Heaney.

After Heaney’s passing, the brain trust behind the event decided to continue the annual event in memory of Heaney, with donations and money raised going to the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey to help others in Heaney’s position.

In the first year of the event

after Heaney’s passing, over $30,000 was raised, excluding sponsorships and donations from the event, with a record of over 1,000 combined participants and supporters.

Heaney’s friends, family and fellow Lions invaded Belmar Beach on Saturday, Sept. 20, to

show their support for Heaney.

Volunteers from across New Jersey turned out to make the event such a success. With help from the Belmar Police and Beach Patrol, TCNJ Swimming and Diving teams and alumni, Meters from Mike has become the thirdlargest, open-water swim in New

Jersey history.

Swimmers from across the region came out to show their support for Heaney and his family.

Participants from Rider University, Stevens Institute of Technology, Rowan University, Montclair State University, Princeton University, University of Pennsylvania and St. Peter’s College, along with local youth swim teams, took part in the one-mile open.

Both the men and women’s swimming and diving teams from the College participated in the event.

“I was really nervous because it was my first ocean swim, but I thought it was a lot of fun and for a great cause,” junior club swim team member Lindsay Walheim said.

In his time at the College, Heaney was a co-captain of the swimming and diving team and held the program’s backstroke record at the time of his graduation.

Coach Bishop said he expects next year’s event to be even more successful than years past.

“We have set records for three straight years now,” Bishop said.

“And I’d like to do that again next year. Maybe we can make (Meters for Mike) a nation-wide event.

Crushing defeat after eight straight wins

By Otto Gomez Staff Writer The field hockey team completed its long, seven-game road trip on Saturday, Sept. 27, with a 4-1 win against Gwynedd-Mercy University and a crushing first loss to Salisbury University by a score of 3-1.

The first game, played Tuesday, Sept.

23, against Gwynedd-Mercy, extended the Lions’ win streak to eight games to begin the season. In its usual fashion, the team opened the game with two quick scores — the first came by senior Victoria Martin with the assist from fellow senior Lindsey Hatch. Hatch made it 2-0 about two minutes later with her 14th goal of the season, set up by sophomore Jacyln Douglas.

It was not until the second half that the Lions got on the board again with a great penalty corner shot by sophomore Lexi Smith, her sixth goal of the season, with Hatch racking up yet another assist. The Griffins quickly responded with a goal four minutes later to keep the game close at 3-1, but the Lions put

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Junior Mikalya Cimilluca fights for the ball at Gwynedd-Mercy. them away with a fourth goal by sophomore Alicia Wagner.

To end the road trip, the third-ranked Lions faced off against second-ranked and

also unbeaten Salisbury University. In a tough matchup, the Lions were only down 1-0 after the first half, with the lone goal coming from Becca Rinaca. In the second

half, however, the Lions surrendered two more goals from the opposition and were not able to get on the board until the last seconds of the game, with Douglas punching it in for the ninth time this season, with an assist from Hatch.

While the score showed a large margin of victory, the Lions had many opportunities to score, beating the Sea Gulls 16-10 on shot attempts, with a 14-6 advantage in shots on goal. Sea Gulls keeper Rachel Clewer played extremely well with 12 saves.

“We had many opportunities in the Salisbury game … We will learn to capitalize on our chances and add variety to our shot selection,” Coach Sharon Pfluger said. “I believe our team will also learn that every opponent is extremely excited to play us, and we will see their best game.”

This game marked the end of the first half of the season for the Lions, putting them in a great position for the second half. They will play their first home game since early September on Tuesday, Sept.

30, hosting Richard Stockton College at 7:30 p.m. in Lions Stadium.

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Baranowsky succeeds page 17

Women’s soccer dominates page 19

Jeter retires Page 17