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OCTOBER 2014 • Marywood University’s Official Award-Winning Student Newspaper • www.thewoodword.org
New positions to improve Learning Commons “Topped Off” student success Vincent Schultz Managing Editor As the fall 2014 semester commenced, several administrators were appointed to newly formed positions. With the retirement of Dr. Heath, the previous Vice President for Student Life, a new integrated model was initiated, which brings together both academic and student life. “I believe in continuous quality improvement and to do that you have to keep assessing,” said Sr. Anne Munley, I.H.M., Ph.D., president of Marywood University. “It’s always around the question of ‘How do you use your resources in the best way for the common good?’” Since 2008, Ann BolandChase served as the Vice President of Enrollment Management. With her newly appointed position of Vice President for Enrollment Services and Student Success and with a strong sense of student success, Boland-Chase will provide both undergraduate and graduate students with academic assistance. Similarly, Meghen Cruciani was promoted to Assistant Vice President for Student Success, where she will supervise offices in support of student academic success. Prior to her new position, Cruciani held the position of Director of Academic Success. Resources provided to students vary depending on one’s needs. Career and veteran services, retention and advising, peer tutoring, writing centers, assistive technology, and disability services are only some of the resources
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that are readily available for students to use. Dr. Amy Paciej-Woodruff was appointed Assistant Vice President for Student Life. In this position, Paciej-Woodruff will be responsible for assisting in student development while promoting positive student encouragement. In her position, PaciejWoodruff is responsible for assisting students outside of the classroom while developing and coordinating policies to promote a positive experience. “My whole job and the philosophy behind my profession is to work with college students and help them understand student development theory and provide students with the experience and atmosphere where they can learn and grow,” said Paciej-Woodruff. Prior to this position, PaciejWoodruff served as the Dean of Students since 2007. As the Dean of Students, PaciejWoodruff was responsible for identifying student resources, resolving issues, and thoroughly understanding both policies and procedures Lastly, Dr. Kathleen Ruthkosky also took on a new position with the beginning of 2014-2015 academic year. Since 2011, Ruthkosky served as the Director of Learning Outcomes Assessment and Accreditation. However, this semester, Ruthkosky was appointed Associate Vice President for Planning and Institutional Effectiveness. Visit thewoodword.org for the full article.
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Construction workers lift the final steel beam, signed by the Marywood community, on to the ne learning commons building.
Erin Yeager Staff Writer The final steel beam has been placed on the Learning Commons. The Marywood community gathered to watch and celebrate the "Topping Off" Ceremony on Oct. 8. At the Opening Liturgy, held at the beginning of the academic year, members of the community had the opportunity to sign the beam that would “top off” the new Learning Commons. The Learning Commons will feature more open physical spaces and new technologies for student use. It will feature a new center for Communication Arts, an Entrepreneurial Launch Pad, and the Center for Transformational Teaching and Learning.
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At the "Topping Off" Ceremony, Sr. Anne Munley, I.H.M., Ph.D, president of Marywood, spoke of the cultural importance of the beam placement, as well as the new Learning Commons itself. “This 'Topping Off Ceremony' can be traced back to multiple cultural traditions,” said Sr. Anne. “Germans in the Black Forest seemed to have created this Christmas tree custom to celebrate the nativity of Jesus, so hardly any structure goes up in Germany without an evergreen to signify the birth of a new building.” “For us at Marywood,” Sr. Anne continued, “it is also fitting that we capture our own deep and beautiful roots and tradition.” “I think that the beam lifting really brought everyone
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at Marywood University together,” said freshman Tony Stryweski. “Marywood's centennial is definitely something that should be celebrated, and I feel like the beam lifting was the perfect celebration of a great school that has been around for a long time.” In an interview, Sr. Anne shared her thoughts on how the Learning Commons will affect Marywood University as a whole. “Our students, our faculty, our entire Marywood community and a community far beyond Marywood, will be greatly enriched by all of the resources that this Learning Commons will provide,” Sr. Anne said. "It’s a keeper for the next 100 years.”
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NEWS
October 2014
National Student Speech Language Hearing Chapter wins awards Satara Dickey News Editor Marywood’s National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) chapter has been awarded gold level chapter honors. According to the NSSLHA, chapter honors are awarded to local chapters that demonstrate a commitment to their core values including philanthropy, community service, career awareness, advocacy and networking. “It was nice to receive this award to really give the students the recognition they deserve for how much work they put in,” said Andrea Novak, chairperson and graduate program director in the communication sciences and disorders department. This is not the first time the Speech and Language Department has received chapter honors. “We’ve won in the past. They have different levels of the award and with each in-
creasing level there are more stipulations that need to be met in order to qualify for a particular level,” said Novak. Last spring was the first time the chapter was ever awarded gold status, which is the highest chapter honor. Novak and the students were notified they won the award at the end of the 2014 spring semester. The award ceremony is set to take place on Nov. 21 at the National American Speech and Hearing Association conference, of which NSSLHA is the student subset of. At the conference, 4th year Communication Sciences and Disorders student, Laura Drake, will also be receiving a members honor award. Member honors awards are given to students based on their academic achievements, service to the NSSLHA and their professional conduct. “I was very excited,” said Drake. “I put a lot of time and a lot of effort into the program
since I was a sophomore. I am thrilled to have been nominated by our department chair, Ms. Andrea Novak, and to represent Marywood in this national organization for students of Speech-Language pathology,” said Drake. Marywood’s NSSLHA chapter was also awarded a community service grant of $500 through the NSSLHA during the 2014 spring semester. The community service grant was for the Saint Joseph’s Center. NSSLHA chapters in good standing are eligible to receive matching funds, up to $1,000, to purchase equipment and/ or other materials to donate to a non-profit organization that assists others living with a communicative disorder, according to the NSSLHA. “I am so happy because the student chapter of NSSLHA has really worked hard this year,” said Novak. Marywood’s NSSLHA chapter will be hosting a
Communication Sciences Disorder (CSD) Awareness Day on Nov. 12 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in the Fireplace Lounge.
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Just last May the School of Architecture graduated its first 5th Year class. “I always say those students took a leap of faith. They really believed in the new curriculum, the new school and a whole new enterprise that was going to be made, and we made it with their help,” said Hunt. In 2009, Dean Hunt was the recipient of the Virginia Society American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) most prestigious award, the William C. Noland Medal. The Noland Medal is the highest award for service in the profession bestowed upon a member of the Society. “I think I’ve been able to give a good strong and broad foundation to the education of the students in our school, so that’s the thing I probably feel best about,” said Hunt. “Which is why, at my age, I’m
ready to retire.” Dean Hunt received his bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts from Middlebury College in Vermont. He then attended Colombia in New York City for his master’s in Architecture. When Dean Hunt officially retires in the spring, Dean Collier Parker of the Insalaco College of Creative and Performing Arts, will be the Senior Dean on Campus. Dean Parker joined Marywood five years ago, coming from Delta State University in Mississippi. “The thing I love most about Marywood is that it is a very welcoming and embracing community, and I think the enthusiasm for the arts here is really amazing,” said Parker. Dean Hunt plans to spend more time with his grandchildren and family when he
retires in the spring. “I’m really proud of this building and all the people
All Marywood students, faulty, and staff are encouraged to come out and join them.
Photo courtsey/ Andrea Novak Marywood’s Speech and Hearing club at the Spring 2014 CSD Awarness Day.
Dean Gregory Hunt set to retire in the Spring of 2015
Dean Gregory Hunt, the founding dean of the School of Architecture, is set to retire at the end of the 2015 spring semester. Marywood’s School of Architecture is the first one to be established in NEPA. “Originally, I came on as a consultant to the then Academic VP,” said Dean Hunt . “I then got an invitation to become the founding Dean of Architecture here at Marywood. I accepted, and we began working on the design of this building, which being an architect was very important to me, and I was very enthusiastic about it.” That was six years ago. In the past six years, the School of Architecture and Dean Hunt have been able to make major strides.
that make it work,” concluded Hunt.
Photo credit/ Katlynn Whitaker Dean Hunt discusses one of the projects on display in the Architecture building.
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October 2014
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Asylum returns to South Communication Sciences and Disorders dept. Campus for another night of scares helped establish Aphasia Awarness Month Autumn Granza Editor- in- Cheif
With Halloween approaching, the Resident Assistants (RAs) at Marywood are planning another year of spooky fun for Marywood students. The Asylum is set for Nov. 1 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Marywood’s South Campus. Part of being an RA, according to Ryan Kozich, junior music education major, is to plan a weekend event that students across campus can attend. That’s just what he, Joe Duda, sophomore philosophy major; Emily Osborne, senior speech-language pathology major; and Neena Hurley, junior early childhood education/special education dual major, are doing. Both Kozich and Hurley worked with alumna Brielle Mayle, who ran The Asylum last year. Mayle also helped the students with plans this year. According to Kozich, this year’s tour is slightly different than last year’s. This year’s tour will be a storyline of a haunted house.
There will be two tours. Each tour is sure to scare with one being an “in-your-face” action tour and the other, more interactive. The tour routes will also be different. “I’m excited to see how people react to our new and improved asylum tours on South Campus,” said Hurley. New this year is that the tour will be free for all Marywood students, faculty, and staff. Last year, attendees had to pay a $3 admission fee. The money raised went into the Marywood Fund. This year, tours will be free to ensure everyone has a chance to be involved. “The more people that come, the more fun it is for everyone, and that’s our main goal,” said Kozich. The request for approval to host the event at South Campus was not easy, according to Kozich. He had to get approval from Housing and Residence Life, Campus Safety, and Joseph X. Garvey, vice president for business affairs and treasurer. Visit thewoodword.org for the full article.
Kendra Wuestling Staff Writer Governor Tom Corbett recently recognized Aphasia Awareness Month in Pennsylvania because of the Marywood Communication Sciences and Disorders department’s persistence to spread awareness of the condition. Aphasia is a communication disorder that impairs a person’s ability to speak, communicate with others, read, write, and process language. The most common cause of aphasia is stroke, but the disorder can also be caused by a head injury or brain tumor. Marla Kovatch, the supervisor of Marywood’s Aphasia Group, reached out to Governor Corbett remained persistent. Kovach knew that many people were unaware of aphasia, and she wanted to spread awareness. The letters from Marywood finally caught the governor’s attention and he decided that Pennsylvania had to spread awareness about aphasia. Finally, on May 23, Governor
Corbett sent Kovatch a letter and said that he would support the fight against the disorder. “It was nice for the group to see the letter of support in person,” said Kovatch. June is Aphasia Awareness Month. “Aphasia is not a reflection of intelligence. I have treated some people who are as young as nine years old,” said Kovach. The group of all ages meets every Monday from 1-1:45 p.m. at the McGowan Center and the program is free of charge. There are about ten members who have aphasia, and they work with people who have graduated from Marywood in the Communication Sciences and Disorders department in order to improve discussion skills. “The members get treated by an evaluation of their comprehension skills. Some may be able to communicate using one word at a time instead of saying full sentences,” said Andrea Novak, the chair-
person in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. The Aphasia group facilitates group readings and engages in discussions in order to practice communication skills. The group usually picks a theme, the lottery, and answers higher-thinking questions. They may be asked if they ever won the lottery and then after they responded, they would have to say what they would do with the money. There are also apps that the members can use on their phones that become the “voice” of the users because it pronounces certain words. Both Kovach and Novak hope that the activities can eventually be set up on campus in order to make people aware of aphasia. “We hope to advocate the Aphasia Group so ten members can turn into fifteen members and that more people will support the disorder,” said Novak.
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NEWS
October 2014
Antoniacci named Marywood’s Marywood ranks 38th in 2015 Best College list Satara Dickey first endowed faculty chair News Editor
Photo credit/ Katlynn Whitaker Dr. Antoniacci is the first Marywood’s first endowed chair.
Satara Dickey News Editor Antonia M. Gerod Schierling, class of 1960, and her husband Hans Schierling established the first endowed faculty chair at Marywood University through a deferred pledge agreement, according to Marywood’s magazine. Dr. Lisa Antoniacci, associate professor, was the recipient of this award. “I feel very grateful for this opportunity,” said Antoniacci. “This new position allows me to increase my research program here so it has really given me a lot of good opportunities to continue my research agenda.” Antoniacci’s research involves the study of yeast, which has a lot of similarities to human cells. “We are trying to understand the role of a nuclear envelope protein and its role in chromosome dynamics so we study it in yeast to understand the basic process,” said Antoniacci. Dr. Michael Kiel, chair of the science department, said that the new endowed chair position will create more opportunities for students to get involved in projects. ”A major goal of the Science Department is to educate more students by getting
them involved in laboratory research projects,” said Kiel. This position has allowed Dr. Antoniacci more opportunity to work with students in the lab and to help them develop their skills and techniques. “I think it’s a wonderful gift to the university and to be given to the science department is just fantastic,” said Antoniacci. The Gerod Schierling Endowed Faculty Chair will inspire continued growth in the Biotechnology program and provide new opportunities for student involvement in breakthrough research, according to Marywood’s magazine. “The Science Department is delighted in its support of Dr. Lisa Antoniacci as the first recipient of this endowed chair. She had already established an excellent research program, and this gift will allow her take her research program to a new level,” said Kiel.
On Sept. 9, U.S. News & World Report issued its 2015 ranking of the Best Colleges and Universities. The new rankings placed Marywood 38th among 135 institutions in the north region, a ten position advancement from the previous year. “I was very happy,” said Sr. Anne Munley I.H.M, Ph.D., president of Marywood. “This was our tenth consecutive year ranking.” Marywood has moved up 24 positions in the Best Colleges rankings since 2010. “One of the things that really pleases me is seeing that all of the investment in our students and our university is yielding results that are being recognized beyond Marywood,” said Sr. Anne. The formula used to rank the colleges involves quantitative measures that education experts believe are reliable indicators of academic quality, according to usnews.com.
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Sign of Marywood’s logo in front of McGowan Student Center.
Colleges are divided and ranked into four geographical groups: North, South, West, and Midwest. Data is then gathered from each college on up to 16 indicators of academic excellence. Each indicator is then assigned a weight, according to usnews.com. “We increased our reputational assessment, and we also increased the percentage of students in the top 25 percent of our class,” said Sr. Anne.
Students even took notice to the Best Colleges rankings. “Marywood is making strides, and I’m very proud to be a student here. Now, people are noticing Marywood for all of the wonderful things that go on here, which I think is great,” said Maryrose Evanella, sophomore criminal justice major. “It’s not just one thing we do here at Marywood that led to this, it’s everything we do.” Sr. Anne concluded:
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OPINION
October 2014
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Our Opinion: Security report shows Marywood is a mostly safe school The Wood Word Editorial Staff On Sept. 16, Marywood University’s Annual Security Report was published online, detailing the safety features of every building and reporting the total number of infractions in 2013. Looking through the report, it is easy to see that Marywood University is, for the most part, an incredibly safe campus. However, there are some parts of the report that could raise questions. There were absolutely no reports of violent crimes such as murder, assault, or sexual offenses, whether in educational buildings or residential buildings in the year of 2013. However, the number of thefts both on campus and in
residence halls and the number of thefts from motor vehicles have risen slightly in the past year. In addition to the crime reports, the Annual Security Report features information on safety features of the buildings on campus, including the systems in place for fire prevention. One of the more troubling details in the report is that several buildings on campus totally lack any sort of sprinkler system in the event of a fire. These buildings are Woodlands Buildings 1, 3, and 5, Immaculata Hall, McCarty Hall, and Emmanuel Hall. Although these buildings possess other fire prevention equipment, such as fire extinguishers and smoke detectors, the lack of a sprinkler
system in several of Marywood’s buildings seems like an oversight. It can only be hoped that, with the completion of such costly projects as the Learning Commons, more money can be diverted to Campus Safety projects, including full sprinkler systems in the remaining buildings on campus. However, the overall lack of crime on campus is truly remarkable, considering the size of the student population. To both Campus Safety staff and university students: keep up the good work of keeping Marywood safe. The full report can be found on Marywood University’s website.
Our Opinion: South Campus raises questions The Wood Word Editorial Staff It’s almost Halloween, which means students will actually have a reason to visit Marywood’s South Campus. For the second year in a row, The Asylum, a haunted house event, will provide Marywood students with a frightening experience. What’s scarier, though, is that it’s one of the only things happening at the $500,000 property. Marywood purchased the cluster of buildings that formerly housed the Scranton State School for the Deaf in March 2011. Since then, however, not very much has happened with the buildings despite several plans and renderings originally proposed to the campus community. Since the construction of the Learning Commons began, all work, and all talk of work, happening at South Campus has come to a screeching halt. With the Learning Commons taking center stage, it is difficult to find someone willing to comment on South
Photo Credit / Bob Hannon This stock photo from 2013 depicts one of the many buildings on the South Campus property.
Campus. Vice President for Business Affairs and Treasurer, Joseph X. Garvey, won’t even entertain The Wood Word’s questions about the status of South Campus. After repeated attempts to contact him for comment have failed, The Wood Word is unable to publish updates about the future of South Campus. In a 2011 article published in The Wood Word, Garvey said that plans would be finalized between December 2012 and 2013. It’s Oct. 2014. Where are
these plans? So, why did Marywood buy the property? No plans for it have come to fruition, and the buildings sit empty as another winter season approaches. In retrospect, South Campus seems like a waste of money. That $500,000 could have been put toward the Learning Commons, or perhaps into the budgets of academic programs for additional resources such as faculty or equipment.
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Potential safety issue: The campus safety callbox in the Nazareth Hall Parking lot, one of the largest on campus, is out of commission as of Oct. 17, 2014.
Net neutrality, and why it matters Patrick Kernan Opinion Editor If you have somehow managed to avoid hearing about it, there’s a fight going on in Washington, D.C. that is going to affect you, and it’s called “net neutrality.” To explain a bit of the background, a neutral Internet is one where all information is given the same level of priority; your movie on Netflix will load just as quickly as the web version of this very article. Certain Internet Service Providers (ISPs) don’t like this. The ISPs want to install what’s called “Internet Fast Lanes” for privileged information; if a website has been given the permission to join the Internet Fast Lane, it will load on your computer more quickly. And, of course, ISPs want to force websites to join the Fast Lanes. Is your blood boiling yet? It should be. Currently, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is deliberating whether or not to allow ISPs to create Internet Fast Lanes. From the FCC’s website, which accepts public comment on issues be-
ing deliberated, it is easy to tell that many people are angry about this prospect. According to the FCC’s website at the time of writing, more than 900 thousand people have commented on this issue in the past 30 days alone, far more than any of the other issues accepting comments. President Obama has made his position clear on the topic of net neutrality. According to Time magazine, the President said, “I was opposed to [Internet Fast Lanes] when I ran and I continue to be opposed to it now.” The President promises to not support any recommendation from the FCC that calls for Internet Fast Lanes. It is important that the President gets his way on this issue. It should not be up to a few private corporations to determine what information is important enough to reach the public. The Internet is the voice of this generation. If companies like Comcast and Time Warner can block information, they are essentially stifling our voices. We have to speak up and say “No” to Internet Fast Lanes.
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OPINION
October 2014
Homeschooling: Focused prep or socially isolating?
She said: Get ready to be schooled He said: Homeschooling has its merits Lindsey Matylewicz Advertising Manager Homeschooling is an alternative for K-12 education that does have its benefits, such as a personalized curriculum, but there are disadvantages as well to keeping a child at home for the sake of protection. Extreme cases of bullying (especially when a student’s race or ethnicity is involved) or concern about a disability are good reasons to enroll students in homeschooling programs. There is no sense in endangering a child’s wellbeing. This can keep them isolated from the situation, while still allowing them to receive an education. Homeschooling a child though, will also isolate them from their peers. A study in 2012 concerning the harms of homeschooling on test scores and socialization conducted by Lisa Bergstrom stated that “children said that one big disadvantage to homeschooling was that ‘you don’t get to see your friends every day.’” Social interaction is limited between the student and others his or her age. Yes, the student may be more mature being around adults all day, Bergstrom added, but they are not socializing with future members of society. In that case, they will not communi-
cate the same as their peer group. This limits how a child will react to the world around them. The safe and familiar comforts they find through homeschooling will not be easy to find in the “real world.” They will not be able to handle situations such as working in a group, raising their hands and speaking in front of others, or dealing with problematic people. Therefore, if your primary goal is to protect them, you might as well keep them locked in a closet the rest of their lives.
Patrick Kernan Opinion Editor In my fourth grade year of school, my parents knew that we would be moving from the Poconos to Scranton about halfway through the year. Instead of putting me through the trouble of starting the year at one school and finishing at another, they decided to homeschool me for that year, and re-enroll me in school for fifth grade. This is all to say, Lindsey, that I have practical experience with homeschooling, and that experience was far more positive than you make it sound. For one thing, I felt as
Photo Credit / Alex Weidner Lindsey Matylewicz and Patrick Kernan debate the value of homeschooling.
though I learned at a far faster rate than I did in some of my other years of school. I was enrolled in an online charter school, so my entire curriculum was predetermined for me, and in that year I covered a huge swath of history, culture, and music, and I was even sent kits to perform science experiments at home. In short, I learned more in that one year of school than in the previous four combined, and I feel as though it greatly prepared me for the coming years of school. As weird as it might sound, I truly am grateful for that one year of homeschool. But can homeschooling be emotionally stunting? I can picture it. I’ll admit that I went periods of time without interacting with someone my age—this is especially true since I’m an only child. There is an easy way to remedy this, though. Get your kid involved. On top of my schooling, I joined karate and took art classes. Even though I didn’t see people my age at school, I was still able to form relationships with people outside of it. I know you think that homeschooling your kids is the equivalent of locking them in a closet, Lindsey, but you have to admit that I turned out okay.
Mike Magistro is enjoying Chinese cuisine Mike Magistro Correspondent NOM NOM NOM. Since arriving in Beijing, I’ve had the pleasure of trying a wide variety of traditional Chinese food. Some have been tame, others rather extreme. On the more regular types of food, I’ve taken a chance to eat, jiaozi and baozi. These are very basic foods that are essentially finely chopped vegetables and pork stuffed into dough and steamed. I’ve also
tried chaofan and chaomian. These are truly the staples of the typical Chinese diet. I have tasted the famous Beijing duck and fish-based dishes. A favorite of mine is sucaifan. The dish is comprised of white rice, pickled vegetables, smoked tofu, shredded potatoes, seasoned cabbage, and a soy sauce egg. The meal costs 9 RMB, which is equal to about $1.50. On the more exotic side, I’ve come across very interesting
delicacies, like syrup-glazed scorpions, grasshoppers, spiders, and snakes. These items are very strange to eat, and do not have a pleasant taste. While here in Beijing, I find myself eating a very non-traditional meat by our western standards: horse. Surprisingly, horse meat turned out to be rather delicious. The Chinese typically cook their food in very uncomplicated ways. Most techniques include frying in sunflower
or peanut oil, steaming, or blanching. There are many “hot pot” restaurants here that use the blanching technique so the customer decides how well the food is cooked. This method usually allows vegetables and meats to be thrown into the blancher, which sits on the table, for about twenty seconds. I can’t wait to explore more Beijing cuisine before my time here is up.
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Community
October 2014
Nothing to Hide: seeking help OK Paul Capoccia Community Editor Marywood’s Counseling and Student Development Center (C/SDC) is working to remove the stigma on seeking help. On Oct. 1, the C/SDC hosted their 13th annual “Nothing to Hide” event on campus. The event is designed to raise awareness for students on campus about their mental health and to reduce the stigma on seeking help. Laura Chickson, a staff counselor in the C/SDC, hopes students got the message. “This whole event is about reducing stigma and raising awareness,” said Chickson. “And so if we can do that, if we can touch students on this campus and let people know that they’re not alone, then we’re doing our job.” The C/SDC offers confidential counseling to all students on campus who are looking to discuss any issues they are dealing with. The C/SDC also offers several different mental health group programs including self-esteem enhancement and stress management.
The event was a combined effort by over 30 participating groups, with performances from speakers and groups including the Step and Dance teams, along with free giveaways from several local businesses and restaurants. Jovanne Morales, senior pre-veterinary major, hopes students can continue to remove the stigma of something “being wrong” with anyone who attends counseling. “I think ‘Nothing to Hide’ is
really important for people. It encourages them to open up more,” said Morales. “This is an important event because it gets rid of that stigma that whatever [a student] has is wrong, but it’s really okay.” The C/SDC is located in the McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies, Room 1017. Appointments with a counselor may be made by phone at 570-348-6245 or by email at csdc@marywood.edu.
Photo Credit/ Katlynn Whitaker Students gather at “Nothing to Hide” to learn about the C/SDC and to reduce the stigma on counseling.
Marywood prepares for first NEPA collegiate StorySlam (SAC) and the Marywood li-
Paul Capoccia Community Editor Get ready to rumble! At the Marywood StorySlam, that is. Marywood University is holding the first college StorySlam in Northeastern Pennsylvania in Nov. A StorySlam is a storytelling competition where the storytellers, or slammers, have five minutes to tell a story based on the theme for the audience and judges. The story has to be told with no notes and must be a true story. The theme for Marywood’s StorySlam is “Road Trips.” Dr. Laurie McMillan, associate professor and chair of the English department is one of the judges for the upcoming StorySlam. “The StorySlam is a great opportunity for the people who
participate and actually tell their stories,” said McMillan. “But also it’s wonderful for the people who get to hear the stories so it’s a great community building opportunity.” The StorySlam is hosted by the Student Activities Crew
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Marywood sets service hours goal Sophie Pauline Staff Writer To some, completing 100,000 hours of service might seem like an insurmountable task, but Marywood’s President, Sr. Anne Munley, I.H.M., Ph.D., trusts in her campus community to succeed. Sr. Anne issued this service challenge at Marywood’s 100th Opening Liturgy Service on Sept. 3; it will extend through the end of the centennial celebration in Dec. 2015. “We’re celebrating the Centennial by reaching out to others,” said Ann O’Brien, assistant director for service learning and community service. Service, being one of Marywood’s core values, has shaped the university since its founding. O’Brien said that this challenge is a way we have chosen to “amplify and recognize this tradition that we have had for years.” Additionally, Sr. Kathy Luxner, I.H.M., director of Campus Ministry said, “The service challenge is an expression of the I.H.M. charism that is integral to the mission of Marywood.”
The challenge is open to students, faculty, staff, trustees, alumni, and anyone who wants to celebrate with Marywood on this milestone. O’Brien admits that people often ask her what is meant by “service.” She says that events sponsored by Marywood count as service, from food drives like Thanksgiving Adopt-aFamily, to service programs with residence halls or athletics. Additionally, any volunteering through a church, community group, non-profit organization, or just helping a neighbor, “all that we want to know about,” said O’Brien. Hours of service for the challenge are to be logged through the site GiveGab.com. There are three steps to completing this: (1) visit GiveGab.com and create a profile, (2) search for Marywood University and “join” the page, (3) log hours. If you have questions about the service challenge or how to use GiveGab visit www.marywooduniversity.edu/faith-service/ or contact Ann O’Brien at aobrien@maryu.marywood. edu.
brary, with assistance provided by the Scranton Storyslam group. Five students and two faculty members will be slamming before a panel of Marywood judges.
Photo Credit/ Katlynn Whitaker A student uses GiveGab to record their volunteer hours. Marywood is hoping to have 100,000 service hours recorded for the centennial year.
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Students participating in the StorySlam meet with Dennis Boyne from Scranton StorySlam to learn about performing.
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Security report shows crime rates decreased in 2013 Satara Dickey News Editor
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Each year, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the Department of Campus Safety publishes an annual security report. The security report, which is required by federal law, contains policy statements and criminal statistics from 2013. The report is broken down into several parts, which include on and off campus offenses and incidents that took place in Marywood’s residence halls. This year’s report, published on Sept. 16, contains three years’ worth of statistics and shows that burglary and theft were on the rise last year while vandalism declined. “It’s important to keep the community aware of this information,” said Mike Finegan, chief of Campus Safety. Burglary jumped from two to five instances in this year’s report, while theft increased from 28 to 29 instances. Instances of vandalism on campus have decreased from 36 in 2012 to 29 in 2013. Simple assault and robbery were also down from the previous year. In 2012 each had one instance versus zero reported
during the 2013 school year. Off-campus offenses are incidents that occur off Marywood University property and are covered by the Dunmore and Scranton Police Departments. This year’s report cited no instances of any kind in comparison to last year’s, which included one robbery, two thefts, six motor vehicle thefts, and two vandalism offenses. “If a student witnesses a crime, they should report it to Campus Safety or call 911 immediately,” said Finegan. Students also have the option of submitting crimes they may have seen as a “silent witness” where they can anonymously submit an incident report. The “silent witness” option can be found at www. marywood.edu/campus-safety/ silent-witness.html “I feel like having the report public does make campus safer,” said Amy Hubbard, sophomore nursing major. “Having the students and faculty aware of what surrounds them and how campus security deals with the situations makes us feel assured we are safe here at Marywood.” To read the full security report, visit http://www.marywood.edu/campus-safety/ policies/asr/
Summary of On-Campus Offenses
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Sister John Says: “Let’s Sister John Michele Southwick, I.H.M. Special Contributor to The Wood Word
When The Wood Word asked me to again write for this piece, I asked them if there was a particular topic they thought needed attention. I was very surprised by the answer. The student told me that what he had been hearing talked about a lot on campus
was domestic violence. Interesting, I thought! Do I know it happens? Yes. But do I think it is a topic of discussion? No! But I am very glad that it is. According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, “one in four college women has been raped; that is, has been forced, physically or verbally, actively or implicitly, to engage in sexual activity. A 2000 study revealed that 90 percent of college rape survivors knew their
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PACT program raises sexual assault awareness Satara Dickey News Editor
A new program is helping to educate first-year students about healthy relationships, sexual assault, and domestic violence. The Promoting Awareness of the College Transition program (PACT) serves as an opportunity for current graduate and undergraduate students at Marywood to speak with first-year students about sexual assault awareness. The program, which started just last year, is mandatory for all incoming freshman students. The PACT program is run by the Counseling and Student Development Center with the support of the Student Life division. The training for resident students took place in Sept. at the University of Scranton over two days.
Commuter students received PACT training on Oct. 7. “The main message we wanted to get across is that this is a healthy relationship conversation,” said Maria Temples, junior pre-chiropractic major and PACT trainer. “We really wanted to just sit down with the freshmen and say, ‘Hey, we want you to do well, but we just need you to be aware of these things.” “The core of this program is to educate first-year students about matters surrounding consent,” said Edward McNichols, a licensed social worker who runs the PACT program and is a clinical assistant in Marywood’s Counseling Center. This year, more than 22 graduate and undergraduate students volunteered to help train incoming students through the PACT program. “The first six weeks of a student’s college career are statis-
tically the time for an event to occur that meets the definition of a sexual assault,” said McNichols. “We want to get the information out about consent, healthy relationships, and the role drugs and alcohol play so we can help some students avoid the suffering of violence at the hands of others.” According to the National In-
“We want to get the information out about consent, healthy relationships, and the role drugs and alcohol play so we can help some students avoid the suffering of violence at the hands of others.” -Edward McNichols, Counseling Center Clinical Assistant
stitute of Justice, about 85-90 percent of sexual assaults reported by college students involves alcohol use by one or both parties and are perpetrated by someone the victim knows. “It’s important to make these students aware that even though we are on a small campus and the crime rate is low, it’s still a possibility, and they need to be safe and take care of themselves,” said Temples. “I think that it is important for the students to know that Marywood is very proactive with this. I think it says a lot of good things about the university that this is a really important topic to them, and we are really trying to get ahead of the game compared to other institutions in the country,” said McNichols.
Consent
Respect
Healthy Relationships
Safety
talk about domestic violence” attacker before the incident. Date and acquaintance rape is not only a woman’s issue. Men can also be attacked and raped. Our culture has often been referred to as a rape culture. We take what we want, regardless of what it does to others. Today, media portrays the NFL with one domestic violence offense after another, one ‘supposed’ star athlete after another, hitting and beating a woman.
Why? I am very glad students here are talking, and hopefully doing more than just talking but educating one another about the issues, the dangers, and watching out for one another. Marywood stands for Respect, a core value that honors the dignity of each person and the mature interactions that encourage each to grow. We seek the common good of all people and look to promote social responsibility.
So, students, let’s talk about it, let’s educate, let’s reach out to those who need our support and let them know there are places on campus to help. Here are two places to start: The Counseling and Student Development Center at 570348-6245 and Campus Safety at 570-348-6242.
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Adopt-A-Family bringing Thanksgiving to needy Paul Capoccia Community Editor Marywood University’s Campus Ministry is again partnering with the United Neighborhood Centers and Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. to help families in need. The Thanksgiving Adopt-AFamily project supplies economically disadvantaged families with a food basket filled with everything they need for a Thanksgiving meal. Sister John Michele Southwick, I.H.M., assistant director of Campus Ministry, has had the opportunity to assist with the project during its years on campus. “My favorite part about helping with Adopt-A-Family is getting so many people involved in helping others,” Sr. John said. “We so often get wrapped up in our own lives and what is important to us that we forget about those in need, and this presents an opportunity to give something to others.” Josh Carey, senior math major, has donated and participated in the program through the Mathematics Club.
“I think that those of us who are in good circumstances were either blessed with [them] or with the abilities that helped us attain them,” said Carey. “So I feel it’s our duty to give back what we can to those less fortunate.” Carey also said he feels it’s crucial for students in general to give back. “I think that it’s very important, especially as students, who are the future of our world, to realize how interdependent our world is and that regardless of faith or morals, it’s crucial for everyone to do their part to keep the world going,” said Carey. Any students, departments, clubs, or organizations interested in joining the Adopt-AFamily project can find the participation form on Marywood’s Campus Ministry webpage, and can receive more information by calling Sr. John Michele at Marywood ext. 2413. The deadline to sign up is Friday, Nov. 14, with food baskets being delivered on Saturday, Nov. 22.
Photo Credit/ Ann Williams In this stock photo from 2011, frozen turkeys await delivery for the Adopt-AFamily program. These turkeys are collected along with food and money as donations for families in need.
Amanda Hirschler
Paul Capoccia Community Editor Amanda Hirschler was the stage manager for Marywood’s production of “Dead Man’s Cellphone.” Q: When did you become involved with theater? A: First grade. It was the “Wizard of Oz,” and I was a munchkin. It was just the elementary school play, and I had already been taking dance, and I thought it would be fun since it had to do with dance. So I did theater all throughout elementary school and high school as well as community theater. It’s always been a big part of my life. Q: Is this your first time being a stage manager? A: My first time with Marywood, yes. I did a little helping with stage management
as part of my senior project in high school with stage directing a show. This is my first official time as stage manager, though. It’s a big job. Q: What’s your favorite part of being stage manager for “Dead Man’s Cellphone”? A: Probably being able to be there from the beginning. I started attending meetings during the summer and I got to meet with the directors and producers, and that was just the birth of the show. Then we got to bring the actors in to see who would fit in what role … it’s a gratifying experience to see a whole production come together. Q: What are you looking to do with theater in the future? A: My ultimate goal is New York. Anything I can do. The
Name: Amanda Hirschler Major: Theater Year: 2017 Hometown: Factoryville, PA
ideal is probably to be performing in NYC but I think it would be cool to do regional theaters like in Boston. Even to get experience with Disney Cruise lines since a lot of them transfer to Broadway. That’d be really cool to do. Q: What’s your favorite play/ performance of all time? A: “West Side Story.” I guess it was one of the first big musicals I was obsessed with. It’s the classic Romeo & Juliet story, but it is more cutting edge and exciting and the time period and gangs and trouble in New York was a real thing that happened.
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“Fury” depicts a gripping and realistic war experience Vincent Schultz Managing Editor At first glance, it’s hard not to compare “Fury” to other films in the WWII-genre, which have frequented cinemas for decades. There have been plenty of stories following a group of men on a harrowing, against-all-odds mission. However, none have told a WWII drama quite like this. Released Oct. 17, “Fury” is directed and written by David Ayer and stars Brad Pitt, Logan Lerman, Shia LaBeouf, Michael Pena, and Jon Bernthal. The film follows a fiveman Sherman tank team sent on a critical mission behind enemy lines. Under the command of the hard-edged, tank commander Wardaddy (Pitt), rookie soldier Norman Ellison (Lerman)
is thrust into battle alongside comrades Boyd (LaBeouf), Gordo (Pena), and Grady (Bernthal). With limited resources and inferior tanks compared to German artillery, the men are forced to battle throughout Nazi Germany mere months before the conclusion of the war. Right from the opening scene, “Fury” does a great job of setting itself apart from war films in the past. The opening shots are long and rich with an eerie sense of beauty. Each shot is slow and calculated, intentionally so, because it is only moments before it is cut down and audiences are introduced to the brutality of war. From there, we are introduced to our five protago-
nists, along with the setting where most of the film takes place, inside the tank deemed “Fury.” Both of which are the strongest pieces of the film. Prior to “Fury,” life inside of a tank was generally unknown, at least to me. Though it has certainly been depicted in films before, there has never been such an intimate look at life inside of these lethal machines. The Sherman tank is a claustrophobic weapon that its occupants have learned to call home. However, despite the limited space to work with, the brilliant cinematography somehow manages
to engage audiences and immerse them in the tank along with the rest of the crew. “Fury” has strong performances all around. Each character is given their moments to shine and each time they deliver. Moreover, writer-director David Ayer creates great contrast between characters. LaBeouf as Boyd “Bible” Swan is sincere and kind and plays perfectly against Jon Bernthal’s animalistic Grady. In the same breath, there is a strong relationship between Brad Pitt as Wardaddy and Lerman’s rookie soldier Norman Ellison. Throughout the film there is this father-
son bond between the two characters. Within the 134-minute runtime, you see Ellison develop from a child to a man under the stern direction of his commander. These bonds resonate throughout the entire film and add more depth to this brutal war-drama. “Fury” is no doubt relentlessly violent. The battle scenes are frequent and intense, but necessary. As Wardaddy states, “It will end,soon. But before it does, a lot more people have to die.” I’m giving “Fury” 5/5 kernels.
Cuppa Cake Café serves up guilt-free cupcakes Julia Recine Staff Writer Cuppa Cake Café, a quaint café that opened up in Green Ridge Corners a little less than a year ago, has gotten rave reviews about its adorable atmosphere and delicious cupcakes. After hearing all these positive things, I decided to check it out for myself. The café itself has a very light and unique atmosphere, making it utterly enjoyable to sit and enjoy some of the delicious cupcakes. The café was decorated for the autumn season and had adorable cupcake decorations hanging on the walls. The owner of the café was very welcoming, friendly, and eager to answer my questions about the café. Every day the cupcakes are made from
scratch, and recently other items on the menu have become more popular, such as their lunch food options which include soups and sandwiches. The cupcakes are mini, making it so much easier to eat more and feel guilt free. One mini cupcake is $0.85, a half dozen is $5.10, one dozen is $9.99, and two dozen is $19.55. Ultimately, the prices are extremely reasonable, making the cafe that much more unique. I decided to try one of each of the cupcakes that were on display that day. That morning, they baked blueberry swirl, cookies and cream, coconut fudge, pumpkin, apple pie, pink velvet, salted caramel, chocolate fudge, and vanilla. Each cupcake had its own signature taste and was de-
licious. The frosting on each cupcake was light and creamy, so it didn’t leave you feeling overly full like some thicker frostings do. The cupcake itself was moist and melted in your mouth. The cupcakes reminded me of the famous Magnolia Bakery in New York City. My favorite cupcake by far was the coconut fudge. If you love coconut and chocolate, I recommend trying that one next time you stop in. Cuppa Cake Café has some of the best cupcakes I have ever had, and the fact that they are mini makes it so much more appetizing. If cupcakes aren’t your thing, (which after visiting this cafe I’m sure they will be), try some of their delicious lunches, other dessert options, or a nice “cuppa” coffee. Cuppa Cake Café’s hours
are Tuesday and Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Thursday and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday 8:00
a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The cafe is located on 701 E. Market Street in Green Ridge.
Photo Credit/ Juliette Meyers These Coconut Fudge cupcakes were Julia’s favorite variety at the Cuppa Cake Café.
If you love the many scents of fall, check out Pinning with Autumn on www.thewoodword.org to learn how to make your own pumpkin spice sugar scrub.
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Cultural Center’s “The Happy Elf” rehearsals underway
Juliette Meyers A&E Editor The Scranton Cultural Center (SCC) is scheduled to premiere the first production of Harry Connick Jr.’s “The Happy Elf” on Dec. 19. “The Happy Elf” was originally a song written by Connick that he adapted into a children’s book and eventually a holiday television special. The story’s theater debut has been in the works for roughly three years. The Cultural Center’s executive director, Michael Melcher, has been a part of the creative process throughout the majority of this time. The production brings much excitement to the SCC and sur-
rounding area, as it is the first show to be fully produced by The Cultural Center. The majority of performances brought into the Scranton Cultural Center are through the Broadway Theater League, which has little association with the building besides renting it as a venue. “There seems to be confusion out there on what is a SCC production,” said Sheri Melcher, “The Happy Elf’s” musical director. “We have our own events, but we haven’t done our own productions. So [this is] huge.” The entire ensemble for the show was cast locally, and local staff members are working to make the production a
success. Cristina Sohns Williams is the choreography director for “The Happy Elf.” Williams has been teaching dance for 28 years as the artistic director for the Cristina Sohns Williams Studio of Dance in Hamlin. She also helps teach at Linn McDonald’s School of Dance and the Scranton Civic Ballet Company. Both Williams and Melcher meet with the cast on two separate nights throughout the week. “Right now, we are just [doing] music and choreography. By the end of the month, Bill Mutimer, creative director, will start blocking and [the] principals will come in,” said
Melcher. The rehearsals began on Oct. 1. Williams said she has been working with 16 dancers throughout the past two weeks. “So far, we have almost three and a half numbers done,” said Williams. Williams is particularly excited for when the principal cast members join the rehearsals. Williams met the principals during auditions and is looking forward to working with them. As the weeks progress, practices are expected to get more and more involved. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit http:// www.scrantontheater.com/.
Flea market deals support service trips Sophie Pauline Staff Writer On Friday Oct. 24, Marywood Campus Ministry will host its annual flea market. This event has been running for more than 15 years, and it grows each time. Proceeds go to students participating in alternative break service trip programs. This year, seven groups of undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff will travel to various national and international locations including El Paso, Texas; Pittsburgh, Pa.; Greenbrier County, W.Va.; Exmore,Va.; Knox County, Mass.; and Guatemala. The service trips involve work ranging from providing medical assistance to the impoverished of Guatemala, building homes with Habitat for Humanity, to coming faceto-face with immigrants and refugees on the U.S./Mexico border. Regardless of the location, participants connect with the community they are in and work toward change, justice and peace. Each trip has a fundraising goal they must meet in order to participate. These goals vary depending on the loca-
tion and duration of the trip, as well as the organization with which they are working with. Participants organize various events throughout the year in order to reach their fundraising goal, the flea market being one of the most rewarding, according to the Campus Ministry section of the Marywood website. “The flea market allows our students to reach their goals and take the caring spirit of Marywood to different parts of our country and our world,” said Ann O’Brien, assistant director for Service-Learning and Community Service. “You can’t beat the prices [at the flea market],” added O’Brien. Sr. John Michele Southwick, I.H.M., assistant director of Campus Ministry, would love to see more students at the flea market this year and encourages them to come out early. “The flea market opens at 8:00 a.m., but people from the community are lined up at 7:00 a.m.,” said Southwick. So come out and find some interesting buys while supporting a great cause. For more information www. marywood.edu/campmin
Oct. 24 Flea Market to Benefit Campus Ministry Service Trips, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Latour Room, Nazareth Student Center Oct. 25 Jack-O-Lantern 5K Jog Run/Walk. Registration begins at 8:45 a.m.; race starts at 9:30 a.m., Center for Athletics and Wellness, Marywood University. Registration fee is $15 Oct. 26 Big Band Jazz Dancing, 6:00 p.m., Latour Room, Nazareth Student Center Oct. 28 Book Swap and Sale, 10:00 a.m., Fireplace Lounge, Nazareth Student Center
Juliette Meyers A&E Editor In a world that thrives on “keeping up with the Joneses,” staying with the trends is a daunting task. Whether it is what version of the iPhone to carry or how unique your ALS Ice Bucket Challenge was, everyone is trying to stay current. As society weighs in on what’s hot—and what’s notthe fashion world may shock some trendsetters with its latest must-have…good old-fashioned jeans. The good news is that staying on trend may only require closet searching rather than credit card swiping. According to Harper’s Bazaar magazine, there are a handful of jean styles that every young woman should have this fall. On the list are some of the more traditional stand-
bys such as cropped, highwaisted, and flared. Overalls, distressed boyfriend jeans, and white skinny jeans also made the cut. More flamboyant styles include paint-splattered, patchwork design, and ripped a.k.a “rocker” jeans. While these styles might not be easily found in your closet, the techniques could be used on old jeans, if you happen to be the least bit crafty. The good old-fashioned blue jeans have come a long way, and this fall, it is more apparent than ever. So get your hands on a pair of each style and your fall wardrobe will be flooded with possible outfits for every day of the week. For more on fashion finds and my personal style, check out my blog: Strawberriesandcreme.weebly.com.
Oct. 29 American Golden Age Illustration Exhibition Gallery Talk, 3:00 p.m., Suraci Gallery, Shields Center for Visual Arts (Exhibit runs from Oct. 27 through Dec. 7) Nov. 1 Double Play, a pair of theatre workshops, 7:30 p.m., Black Box Theatre, Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Nov. 10 Career Carnival, 12:00 p.m., Fireplace Lounge, Nazareth Student Center w Sally Rosen Kindred Poetry Reading and BookSigning, 7:00 p.m., Comerford Theatre, Center for Natural and Health Sciences
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CMYKlub showcases drop caps at First Friday Autumn Granza Editor-in-Chief
The Workshop, a letterpress art space on Adams Avenue owned and operated by Christine Medley, MFA, assistant professor of art, hosted Marywood’s CMYKlub's gallery in the First Friday show. First Friday is an art event held in Scranton every first Friday of the month. Their topic for the First Friday show was drop caps, the large capital letter at the beginning of text. This topic allowed the club to be creative while making the alphabet. The drop cap theme was a group decision. “Typography is a huge part of the graphic design world,” said Ashley Kujat, senior graphic design major and CMYKlub president. “Using drop caps as
the basis for the show allowed us to create 26 different letters to exhibit at The Workshop on First Friday.” Each student was tasked with using different art mediums to create a letter of the alphabet. Some students had two letters since the whole alphabet was needed. Some of the different art mediums that were used include: collages, spray paint, paper collage, pen and ink (illustration), photography, the use of materials such as leaves, paint, and pencil. Ironically, none of the letters were created using letterpress. "We had a great turnout," said Kujat. "Many guests came to look at the drop caps A-Z, ate letter themed snacks, and made buttons to keep for themselves. The CMYKlub
plans on creating and printing a drop cap book with all the entries." Medley, who also serves as the CMYKlub adviser, was happy to offer up The Workshop for the event. “The goal is to exhibit each year,” said Medley. “I offered The Workshop space. I want them to be involved in First Friday and I am glad to let them use the space for the show.” Shelby Farrell, senior illustration major, thought showcasing at First Friday was a great idea. “[First Friday] is a really great opportunity for exposure,” said Farrell. “In the CMYKlub, we share ideas with people and it helps us grow as artists.” According to Kujat, another
First Friday show with the theme of food is in the works. The CMYKlub is reserved for art minors and majors. The club meets every Wed. at 2:30
p.m. For more information contact cmedley@marywood. edu.
Photo Credit/ Katlynn Whitaker
Meredith Harding and Ashley Kujat, senior graphic design majors, and Emily Mouillesseaux wlook at art from the CMYK showcase at The Workshop.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT MONTH Career Services at Marywood University is celebrating the month of November as a Career Development Month. We are giving away free hot coffee in front of the McGowan Student Center starting at November 3, at 9 a.m. The Career Development Month includes various career-oriented events like job fairs, an etiquette dinner, and other fun-filled events like the Career Carnival.
Enjoy our free events in the month November!
CAREER CARNIVAL
COVER & THANK YOU LETTER WORKSHOP
The event will feature free food, free prizes, career-themed carnival games, and information about the Career Office’s services. Also, beauty professionals from Macy’s will be offering free make-overs.
NON-PROFIT & GOVERNMENT JOB FAIR
Monday, November 10, Noon–3 p.m. Nazareth Student Center, Fireplace Lounge
Wednesday, November 5, Noon–1 p.m. Nazareth Student Center, Upper Dining Hall
Thursday, November 13, 1–4 p.m. Nazareth Student Center, Fireplace Lounge
PEACE CORPS INFO SESSION
Thursday, November 13, 1–4 p.m. Nazareth Student Center, Fireplace Lounge Registration required.
ETIQUETTE DINNER
Thursday, November 20, 5 p.m. Registration required. See Office of Career Services, LAC 224, for further details.
CAREER SERVICES | LIBERAL ARTS CENTER, ROOM 224 | (570) 348-6247 | AMCHALE@MARYWOOD.EDU
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Track and field gearing up for upcoming season Anne Zukowski Asst. Web Editor
This upcoming spring, men’s and women’s outdoor track and field will be varsity level for the first time. The most asked question is: where will the athletes practice? Coach Scott Hutchinson said that practices will still be held in Marywood’s indoor track, as they were last year, since there is not an outdoor track. Some practices will be held at Mid Valley Secondary Center’s track. So far the track and field team has 40 women and 20 men committed to the teams, in addition to 34 undecided recruits, according to Hutchinson. Hutchinson is excited to start the season. He would
like the team to place well in the Colonial States Athletic Conference (CSAC) meets, and to have at least one or two talented athletes head to nationals. “This year at the CSAC, [we want to] make noise at the conference meets, and put our program on the map,” said Hutchinson. A Disney trip is being planned for next March, where the team will compete against Division I and II squads in addition to other Division III athletes. Hutchinson said traveling to Disney will be a great opportunity for the new program, and an escape to warmer weather. Peter Inirio, a junior prephysician assistant major, will be joining the track and field team this upcoming
spring. He said he is prepared and in shape for the season. He is considering running the 100-meter and 200-meter events. “Although we don’t have an outdoor track, it would be great to show up at meets and conferences and show everyone how great we are, plus win. It’d be great for our school’s reputation,” said Inirio. Despite the lack of practice facilities for the team the outdoor track and field program will be off to a jump start once the spring semester gets started. If interested in joining the men’s and women’s outdoor track and field team contact Scott Hutchinson at hutchinson@marywood.edu.
(570) 341-0422
Graphic Credit/Kelsey Van Horn
Corrections
In the article, “Zeta Phi Delta sisters particapte in Race for the Cure,” September 2014, the year of Zeta Phi Delta’s founding was reported as 2011. It was actually founded in 2001. In the article, “ Two new sports on deck for 2015-2016” September 2014, Andrew Smith’s title was reported as Head Women’s Soccer Coach. While he is the Head Women’s Soccer Coach, he was speaking to our reporter as Assistant Director of Athletics and Recreation for Communications. The Wood Word regrets these errors. Autumn Granza Editor-in-Chief Lindsey Wotanis, Ph.D Faculty Adviser Paul Sevensky, M.A. Faculty Adviser
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Swimmer Kevin Drennan Amanda Duncklee Staff Writer Though the drop in temperature may be a burden for some, Marywood’s swim team remains unhindered by the cool weather. Sophomore Kevin Drennan, undeclared major, a swimmer for fourteen years, spends most of his time in the indoor pool at the Lynett Haggerty Family Fitness Center. Having grown up swimming, Drennan is relentless in the water and does not let the colder weather inhibit his abilities. Originally from Hartford, Conn., Drennan was on the swim team his freshman year, and continues to make waves in the pool. Since he was five years old, Drennan loved the
water, and has made swimming an enormous part of his life. “Swimming takes a lot of time and effort,” said Drennan. “Practices can be tedious, but my teammates and I persevere. We can only do as well as we train, so we train hard to prepare ourselves for meets.” Drennan’s day typically begins between 5 a.m. and 7 a.m. “My classes don’t begin until 10 a.m. but I’m an insomniac so I don’t get much sleep, once I’m up, I’m up,” said Drennan. In the hours before classes begin, Drennan eats breakfast and completes any coursework he has. After classes, Drennan heads over to the pool for practice. “We go from 3 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. every day. Our coach, Greg (Brown), implemented
a dryland workout this year in addition to our in-pool regime,” said Drennan. A dryland workout is an outof-pool conditioning workout and includes spending about 45 minutes in the weight room. The goal is to build strength so the swimmers can improve their stamina in the water. Following practice, members of the team go to Nazareth Dining Hall for dinner. Junior Brian Shanahan, a prephysician assistant major on the swim team, usually joins Drennan for dinner. “I see Kevin every day he really looks out for the entire team and truly cares about the well being of everyone,” said Shanahan. Practice and dinners are not the only time the team-
Photo Credit/Amanda Duncklee Kevin Drennan (left), Jason Beabout (middle), junior architecture major, and Bryon Scholl, sophomore psychology major (right), enjoy a meal at Nazareth Student Center after an afternoon swim practice.
mates spend time together. The swim team typically has meets every weekend. The strokes that are judged at the meets are the butterfly, free, breast and back strokes. Each swimmer participates in either a sprint or a distance race and is judged based on best times. Relays are also a
part of the meets. “The meets are what we work for every day. Though we are a team, it really is a very individualistic sport. You’re the only one in the water, so it’s not like you can pass the ball to a teammate to make a play. It’s all you; you either sink or swim,” said Drennan.
Women’s lacrosse team to host 2nd annual Jack-O-Lantern Jog 5K Autumn Granza Editor-in-Chief Marywood’s women’s lacrosse team is organizing a spooky event. The team will host a Jack-O-Lantern Jog 5K on Saturday, Oct. 25. This will be the second year that the Jack-OLantern Jog 5K will be hosted. Registration begins at 8:45 a.m. and the race starts at 9:30 a.m. Last year, about 50 people participated in the event. This year, the team anticipates 65 to 75 joggers. The jog is hosted on Marywood’s campus. The participants will start at the Center of Athletics and Wellness, run down University Drive, then run Adams Avenue until they reach Morgan Road where they will make a left, come back around to the start and begin a second full lap to complete the 5K distance.
Participants are encouraged to dress in costumes, although it is not mandatory. Participants who run the race in costumes will be competing for a best costume award of plastic pumpkins full of candy. Last year costumes varied from Gumby and Santa to Minions and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. “We thought the [Halloween] theme would be really fun,” said Katie Tutak, head lacrosse coach. “Who doesn’t want to dress up in a costume?” The jog is open to the Marywood community as well as the public and is open to all ages. The women’s lacrosse team will be handing out water during the 5K. The winner of the 5K will receive a plastic pumpkin full of candy. The team hopes to continue the event in the future.
“The 5k is a really fun event for everyone because there are some serious runners but it is mainly people running for fun,” said Emily Osborne, senior speech language pathology major. The registration fee is $15 and includes a t-shirt. The tshirt was designed by team member Tiffany Brzenk, freshman art therapy major. The money raised will fund the team’s spring break trip to Lynchburg, Va., where they will play Randolph College and Hollins College. A portion of the proceeds will also benefit the St. Francis of Assisi Soup Kitchen in Scranton. Registration forms are available from Coach Tutak in the Center of Athletics and Wellness, office 218. Contact her with any questions at tutak@ marywood.edu.
This is the logo for the Jack-O-Lantern 5k hosted by the women’s lacrosse team. The graphic that was desgined by a player of the women’s lacrosse team. The team is lookin forward to the second annually fundraiser event.
Graphic Credit/Tiffany Brzenk
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SPORTS
October 2014
Kelly Chadwick Year: Senior Major: English Hometown: Middletown, N.Y. Evan Felser Sports Editor 1. When did you start playing volleyball? My parents put me in volleyball camps starting in third grade, but I didn’t play for an actual team until seventh grade.
I think breaking the single season-assists record last year during the quarter final game against Baptist Bible was one of my greatest accomplishments. Our playing was spoton and we were able to pull together and play one of our best games.
3. Who are your favorite athletes? The chemistry between Kerri Walsh and Misty May Treanor is incredible. They both work hard and strive to be the best they can be. They better one another and play amazing volleyball.
7. What are some of your strengths in volleyball?
4. What music do you listen to before the game?
Setting is my biggest strength. I touch the second ball and pick who to set and when. I can read the opposing blockers and where my teammates are. Setting them up for a kill is what I do best. Other than that, serving is my next best skill. It’s the only part of the game that you can totally control.
I generally listen to country music. It helps to keep me calm and relaxed before a big game.
2. What is your favorite part about playing volleyball?
5. What is your favorite thing about being on a team sport?
I love the team aspect of playing volleyball. Plenty of communication leads to playing great volleyball. When we get a huge point in a game and the whole team comes together in the middle of the court to celebrate, that moment is my favorite.
There are six girls on a court, that’s 30 by 30 feet. That means there has to be a lot of trust and communication. When a team clicks and the chemistry is there, it’s awesome.
8. What has volleyball taught you about life? Playing volleyball has taught me about time management. As a student-athlete, it gets busy between classes, school work, practices, and having a social life. I think
6. What has been the highlight of your career?
in my final year at Marywood I have finally figured out how to balance everything. Being part of a team sport has also taught me how to better communicate with people. 9. Where do you see this volleyball team going this fall? I definitely believe that we have the ability to be CSAC champions. The last several years we have gotten fourth place, but this team is really promising. We get better in each game we play, and with each practice too. We can only go up from here. 10. What do you plan on doing after Marywood? I will graduate this December with a degree in English. I hope to continue my education and go to graduate school back home.
Photo Credit/Alex Weidner
Marywood Athletics home games until November 22 October
21st
Women’s Soccer vs Immaculata University 4 p.m.
November
9th
Men and Women’s Swimming and Diving vs Cabrini College 1 p.m.
October
24th
October
22nd Men’s Soccer vs Keystone College 4 p.m.
Women’s Volleyball vs SUNY Canton 5 p.m.
November
15th
October
Women’s Basketball vs Elizabethtown College 7:30 p.m.
25th
Women’s Soccer vs Centenary College 2 p.m.
November
18th
Men’s Basketball vs SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry 7 p.m.
October
29th
Women’s Field Hockey vs Keystone College 4 p.m.
November
22nd
Men and Women’s Swimming and Diving vs University of Scranton 1 p.m.
Graphic Credit/Kelsey Van Horn