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Issue 6 October 13, 2011

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MSU Students Occupy Wall Street Students for a Democratic Society march in protests Ratanjot Rekhi News Editor

In its third week of demonstrations, the Occupy Wall Street movement has grown in size with MSU students joining the ranks. Recently, members of the campus group Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) have become active in the movement.

The protest began in the financial capital of the world, Wall Street. Protestors decided to make this the grounds of their demonstration because they felt that it is where the wealthiest one percent of the population conducts their business.

Lisa Grab, founder and an organizer of the MSU chapter of SDS has participated with the occupation and has marched over the past few weeks.

“I knew about the protests since July and wanted to get involved from the start,” said Grab. “The first day I went, it looked like about 100 people trying to turn the protest into some sort of artistic ex-

Image Courtesy of Lisa Grab

Mark Ludas, Lisa Grab and Esha Kallianpur represent Students for a Democratic Society in New York during one of their visits to the Occupy Wall Street protests.

Concert Confirmed

Stephanie Agudelo Staff Writer

Jason Derülo will be making a special appearance at Montclair State University’s Homecoming 2011 and students are hoping this won’t be a repeat of last year’s Nicki Minaj fiasco.

Students have been skeptical about this announcement after last year’s inci-

dent, when Nicki Minaj was reported to be performing at Homecoming but was never actually booked to do so.

“When I heard about Jason [Derülo] coming to Montclair I didn’t even know if I should believe it or not,” said sophomore Matthew Stauder. “I hope things turn out better

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INSIDE news feature MSU "Comes Out" for Equality

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Indi-Visuals: A Different Approach to Fashion

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Occupy Continued on Page 4

Sexual Assault on Campus Increased

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Jason Derülo is one of the performers at MSU’s Homecoming concert this year.

pression. I went home disappointed, thinking this was the worst protest I’ve been to.”

“Now it’s grown and has more organization to it,” said Grab. “Normally people go to protests, march and then they go home back to their fragmented and isolated lives.

Now, they stay there or come back repeatedly and gain more people.”

According to Professor Grover Furr of the English department, “Occupy Wall Street (OWS) is long overdue. The young people leading it should resist its being co-opted by the Democratic Party. They need to realize that Wall Street cannot be separated from the capitalist system.”

Since its inception, the demonstration has grown to over 1,000 participants in Zuccotti Park, N.Y. and has inspired similar movements nationwide. Zuccotti Park, which remains open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, is privately owned by Brookfield Properties and thus, police cannot force protestors out of the space.

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Lindsay Rassmann Staff Writer

Every two minutes in the United States, someone is sexually assaulted according to the U.S. Department of Justice. In 80 percent of these cases, the victims were under 30 years of age.

Sexual assault is a problem occurring at many colleges and universities around the nation, and Montclair State University’s campus is no different.

As defined by the National

Center for Victims of Crime, “Sexual assault takes many forms including attacks such as rape or attempted rape, as well as any unwanted sexual contact or threats. Usually a sexual assault occurs when someone touches any part of another person’s body in a sexual way, even through clothes, without that person’s consent.”

Recently, several incidents of sexual assaults have been reported on campus, the majority occurring in or near the Heights. In lieu of these

assaults there have been accelerated patrols of the building in addition to the standard swipe in access security already in place at the Heights, according to Montclair Campus Police Lt. Kieran Barrett.

“University Police and Residential Education and Services has taken the matter seriously and in addition to accelerated patrols of the buildings, we (campus police) have

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A staff member reported the theft of a sign outside of Stone Hall. This case is under investigation.

A female resident of Basilone Hall reported being assaulted by her roommate. The victim declined to pursue charges in this matter.

A staff member found suspected drugs near Stone Hall. It was turned over to the police. This case is under investigation A female resident of Basilone Hall reported being harassed by her roommate as she was moving out. The victim declined to pursue charges in this matter.

Ian Quigley, 19, of Toms River and Alyssa Verian, 20, of Toms River were arrested for possession of marijuana inside of the NJ Transit Garage.

They are scheduled to appear in Little Falls Municipal Court.

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locations inside of the Student Center after graffiti was discovered.

A staff member of Central Receiving reported the theft of a package from inside of their building. This case is under investigation.

A staff member of Memorial Auditorium reported the theft of an amplifier from a secured closet. This case is under investigation.

A male student reported being assaulted by three unknown males in front of Fenwick Hall. These males have been identified and charges are pending.

A staff member reported being harassed by her ex-boyfriend. She declined to file charges in this matter.

Police responded to a verbal dispute at Floyd Hall Arena. Both parties declined to press charges in this matter.

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primary responsibilities is to get students graduated and it is one the most professionally rewarding things we can As many students know, graduado,” said Denise DeBlasio of the Office tion won't happen until they file the of the Registrar. “We have a process final audit. Students must fill out auin place that allows us to first fulfill dit applications to let the Office of the our responsibility and commitment to Registrar know that they are ready to those students who met the deadline graduate and begin the auditing proand then review the applicants who cess. Earning enough credits to gradumissed the deadline.” ate does not necessarily mean that Although students who have not yet students fulfill all graduation requiresubmitted an audit application canments, so all students must be audited not be added to the graduation list for to determine if graduation is an option May, if students are able to complete for each ceremony. all graduation requirements by the “I realized when I handed in that May conferment date, they will be able little sheet of paper that this is real, to graduate then. To begin the process said senior Josh Gamboa. “I’m actually students must immediately complete graduating.” an Application for Final Audit and reThe audit application is a one-page turn it to the Office of the Registrar. application requesting basic informaOn the top of the application form, tion including name, expected gradustudents should write the following: ation date, specific courses students “Please move to May, 2012.” want to be audited and how students “After March 1, 2012, the audits would like their name to appear on for August 2012 candidates will begin their diploma. Applications can be acto be processed,” explained DeBlasio. cessed online or in the Office of the “Should the result of your final audit Registrar. indicate that your program requireFor an expected graduation date of ments will be completed in time for the May 2012, the deadline for submitting May conferment date, you will be notiaudit applications was Oct. 1, but since fied and moved to the May 2012 list.” that day fell on a Saturday it was ex“Please note that all documents that tended to Oct. 3. are needed to fulfill graduation reAccording to the Office of the Regquirements must be on file in the Office istrar, as of the of the Registrar deadline, 2,951 before you can be students had submoved to the May mitted audit apgraduation list. plications. 2,189 Should the result were for baccaof this Final Aulaureate degrees, dit indicate that 578 were for masyou will not meet ter’s degrees and your program redoctoral degrees quirements, you and 184 were for will be notified post-B.A. certifithat you will recation and Unimain on the August 2012 graduversity Certificates. ation list.”

However, if Any student who still would students were not like to graduate able to submit an in May 2012 is audit application encouraged to fill by the deadline, out the audit apthere are still steps they can The Montclarion | Haylee Lenkey plication as soon take in order to as possible in orgraduate this Josh LeRose checks the list in College Hall for der to graduate May. “One of our graduate candidates. on time.

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than they did last year.”

Most students reffered to the Minaj incident. “All my friends thought it was like the Nicki Minaj rumor last year,” said sophomore Dominic Risoli. “We wanted proof. But if [Derülo] really comes, I’d be interested in going.”

However, this year is supposed to be a little different. Derülo was booked by the C.I.N. Agency, which according to SGA President Jared Shababb, “is the same Agency that booked us Fabolous, Miguel, New Found Glory and Dipset.

So we have a good amount of trust and rapport with this agency and are confident that an incident like Nicki Minaj will not happen.”

To prevent a reoccurrence of this incident, Jason Derülo will be paid $30,000 after his performance, which is coming from the Student Life at Montclair (S.L.A.M.) live entertainment budget line.

According to “Montclair’s Homecoming 2011” Facebook page created by several members of the Student Government Association (SGA) including Shababb himself, Derülo is to perform in Lot 28, located between the Ben Samuels Children’s Center and the NJ Transit Parking Deck, at 9:30 p.m. on Oct. 28.

Also performing that night are three DJs from radio station 92.3 NOW: DJ Toro, DJ David S and DJ Mad. “We decided to go with a club setting for this year’s theme and so we felt that Jason Derülo would fit in well with the 92.3 DJs to give Homecoming this club feel,” said Shababb.

The event is even being called “Club 28” and promises “to be transformed into Montclair State’s own personal club! Complete with dance floor, sound and lighting system,” as stated on the Facebook page.

After several days of the Jason Derülo news spreading across campus, many students are preparing to attend “Club 28” and wait on line for tickets.

Junior Sarah-Ann Yersin admits to thinking back on last year’s events at first, but is now convinced she will attend.

“I first heard about [Derülo] coming on someone’s Facebook status and shrugged it off as the same Nicki Minaj rumor,” Yersin said. “But after all the buzz began about ticket sales, I actu-

ally thought about going. And now I’m pretty sure I’m going to go!”

Tickets went on sale Oct. 13 in the Student Center Commuter Lounge for $10 per ticket.

The concert will take place in Lot 28.

Featuring: Jason Derülo, DJ Toro, DJ David S, DJ Mad The concert will be on Oct. 28 at 9:30 p.m.

Tickets cost $10 for MSU students.

The theme for this year's concert is a club setting.

MSU "Comes Out" for Equality Joseph Lisnow Assistent News Editor

The rainbow flag was raised up the Student Center flagpole signaling the start of National Coming Out Week this past Monday.

“Coming Out Week at Montclair State is an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to celebrate and be proud of who they are,” said Amie Macmath, program assistant of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Center. “It is about visibility because visibility matters. It is about community because community matters. And it is about equality because equality matters.”

After National Coming Out Week last year, sophomore Mike McQuade, who was already taking part in events hosted by SPECTRUMS, saw how important the organization was and wanted to become more involved. McQuade went on to win the election to be part of the organization’s E-board, working in the public relations department.

SPECTRUMS is a class II organization of the SGA that is run by students to promote the idea of awareness through different weekly activities.

Every week they address a different issue that pertains to other groups so that everyone feels, at some point, that an issue is being addressed that pertains to them.

The week of events began Oct. 10 and runs until Oct. 15 with each day filled with different activities.

“A lot of people went to the flag raising ceremony, which officially kicks everything off,” said McQuade.

“It was a powerful moment and lots of people came to the SPECTRUMS meeting later that day.

“From what I’ve heard, as I had to leave early for class, the event went on for hours until we had to leave the

room, and that usually doesn’t happen. Everyone wanted to share stories, give advice and encouragement,” McQuade said.

Oct. 11 is defined as National Coming Out Day and the date was chosen as it is the anniversary of the 1987 National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights, where an

year to tie it in with National Coming Out Week.

Web of Life Christian Community is hosting an event called Taking Back the Bible. It will show how quotes in the Bible are taken out of context and ways to respond to the critics of a homosexual lifestyle.

“Even 20 years ago, coming out

Image Courtesy of MSU LGBT Center

The Rainbow Flag was raised on Monday to kick off National Coming Out Week.

Image Courtesy of MSU LGBT Center

MSU Health Promotion student volunteers during National Coming Out Week. estimated half million people took part to help raise awareness on the AIDS virus and to end discrimination against homosexuals.

The week celebrates people who have come out and gives a voice to those who cannot come out or are not ready through encouragement, McQuade said. It is a time to also remember those who were unable to admit their sexuality due to certain circumstances in their life.

One of several events this week is the pride dance, which is an annual event. Last year, the dance ran at the end of October and it was decided this

wasn’t happening. It was really risky and you were putting yourself in a lot of danger,” said McQuade. “Growing up in this time, the nation has grown when it comes to understanding sexuality. People don’t have to feel afraid to come out anymore. Now we celebrate it. We have a community that you can feel safe in.”

McQuade thinks that there is always more to learn and feels that the MSU campus is fairly open and progressive. He continued by saying that people have had issues where they have not been accepted, but that is changing with time and he under-

stands there will always be moments of setbacks. These issues are currently being addressed.

We are here and have a voice,” said McQuade. “I have never felt on this campus that I don’t have a voice, but this is just a moment to be present and to be known and seen. It’s a time for members of SPECTRUMS to know this is a community here and they can feel safe and be a part of it.”

The week is co-sponsored by the LGBT Center; SPECTRUMS; Health Promotion; Women’s and Gender Studies; Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Studies; the Center for Student Involvement; CAPS; Residential Education and Services; Campus Recreation; the Office of Global Education and Web Of Life Christian Community.

Anyone struggling with their sexuality can talk to people on campus or stop by the LGBT or CAPS room and they can help point one to who they can speak with, McQuade said.

For more information on National Coming Out Week and events taking place all year, visit “Spectrums Montclair” on Facebook.

“Never let anyone tell you that who you are is not who you are supposed to be,” said McQuade.

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What initially began as a peaceful protest against greed, inequality and social injustice has sparked a nationwide.

The movement has spread to 1,552 cities with 10,580 occupiers worldwide, according to occupytogether.org, under the expanded title and slogan of “Occupy Together.” It is currently on every continent, with some cities hosting a handful of protestors. In the U.S., the movement has spread, with the largest crowds, to Denver, Phoenix, Miami, L.A., Chicago, Fort Lauderdale and San Francisco.

“We tried to march onto Wall Street last Wednesday night,” said Grab. “I was in the front lines as cops started spraying mace and beating people with their batons. They then proceeded to corral us like sheep with orange netting until we were fenced in.”

Last week was the first instance of police brutality since the occupation began on Sept. 17.

“We sat in the closed area for a half hour and I thought for sure I would be arrested. But I knew what I was doing was right — exposing the injustices built into the system,” said Grab.

“Later that night, we [a group of at least 1,000 people] tried to do an impromptu march down the streets as an act of civil disobedience shouting,

"The Protesters are not impacting the wealthier class because they're still getting paid and making money. They need to do something bigger."

Jonathon Royle Senior ‘Whose streets? Our Streets! Whose streets? Our Streets!’ and I saw people being dragged onto the ground by cops right in front of me,” said Grab.

The most notable instance of police brutality occurred in Boston as a member of Veterans for Peace was pushed down onto the ground while demonstrating. According to many protestors, getting arrested is proves a point.

“This is not a fantasy of some anarchist punk who wants to be a rebel and disobey the rules,” said Grab. “The civil disobedience that is going on is not given a lot of media attention, yet is probably the most important element of the protest because it directly challenges the laws that limit the voice of the movement. It raises the questions, who are the police really protecting, and why?”

Many have criticized the movement as lacking focus and question what the protestors would like to see come out of this. While there are no official demands set forth by the Occupy Wall Street movement, it does have a list of proposed demands for Congress.

“I think at first [the protest] was a good cause, but I think that now people are doing it just to do it,” said Jonathan Royle, senior. “It has so much hype now, that people are losing the meaning of the cause.”

“I think it’s opening people’s eyes, but now they need to reach another level,”

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Two protesters show their support by holding up signs in New York. said Royle. “They need to do something else that is going to make an impact on a larger scale.”

“I don’t think its lack of demands is a weakness either. The list of demands is always growing and I don’t think people should limit their visions of a better world to a list of demands,” said Grab.

tion by noting he pays a lower tax rate than his secretary. This is created by the Social Security tax only applying to the first $106,680 in wages and the lower tax rate imposed on investments, as reported moneycnn.com.

On Tuesday, protestors took to the streets of the Upper East Side and marched to the homes of millionaires

Occupy Together Meetups as of Oct. 12 New York: 82 Occupiers Nyack: 24 Occupiers Brooklyn: 22 Occupiers Jersey City: 12 Occupiers Morristown: 10 Occupiers Bronx: 5 Occupiers Montclair: 4 Occupiers Newton: 4 Occupiers Information courtesy of meetup.com Some of these proposed demands include the passage of laws eliminating influence of lobbyists and a passage of the Buffett Rule regarding taxation.

The Buffett Rule was named after Warren Buffet, who has urged Congress to tax wealthier citizens relative to what they earn. Buffet has spoken out about the inequality about taxa-

including media mogul Rupert Murdoch and JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimond, among others.

The Millionaires March, in response to the Millionaires Tax set to expire at the end of the year, was organized by members of Strong Economy for All, United for New York and the Working Families Party, calling themselves the 99 New York.

"I have no idea what will be resolved by the protests. I hope a lot. The people who are staying there overnight are set up to stay for a long time."

Lisa Grab Junior where, learning from one another, sharing beliefs, connecting on levels that are otherwise denied by the constraints of ‘private lives’ and eight-hour work days,” said Grab.

“The capitalists run the country and both Republican and Democratic parties. Finance capitalists, symbolized

by Wall Street, created the current depression, then got their flunkies in both parties to bail them out with public money — yours and mine,” said Furr.

“If we don’t give the people rights like these, they might be appeased for a while by a few laws, but it will never shut them up for good,” said Grab.

“People will always organize for change when there is injustice, no matter what the risk is.”

“The richest country on earth is a site of massive social injustice. Hundreds of millions have no health care; no pensions; are unemployed or underemployed; live in slums; suffer from miserable prison-like schools; pay huge amounts for ‘public’ education,” said Furr.

Students for Democratic Society will be hosting a teach-in about Occupy Wall Street on Oct. 26 at 2:30 p.m. in the outdoor Amphitheater or in Dickson 172 in case of rain.

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A group listens on as one of the protesters speaks his mind to them.

“The youth of today need to make the 21st century the era when capitalism — the exploitation of the overwhelming majority by the evil few — is buried for once and for all,” said Furr.

“The protestors are not impacting the wealthier class because they’re still getting paid and making money,” said Royle. “They need to do something bigger.”

“The protest sends the message: ‘We are outraged with the way society is functioning right now. We are going to recreate our own version of society and show you that it is possible, fun and honorable to take care of one another instead of living a greed-filled life,’” said Grab.

Though the movement is increasing in participation, a resolution is yet to be seen.

“I have no idea what will be resolved by the protests. I hope a lot. Like I said earlier, the people who are staying there overnight are set up to stay for a long time,” said Grab.

Zuccotti Park has been transformed to a community including a sanitary station, library, medical unit, information center, comfort station and kitchen in which food has been donated and dishes are washed.

“It’s not like a bunch of hippies just hanging out and having a good time.

Everything they do has a deliberate political message,” said Grab.

“People are talking politics every-

Occupy Wall street is now in its third week.

For additional photos and video of the protests visit themontclarion.org

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Virtual EMSRoom Requests Jamie Wisniewski Staff Writer

The University has recently adopted a new room request policy that is conducted entirely online. The program is called Event Management Software and was purchased by Student Center Operations.

Organizations are now required to register with the Center for Student Involvement (CSI) and attend a training session before they are granted access to the system. Once they have been given access, organizations can submit their room requests to be processed.

Previously, organizations applied for room requests through paperwork rather than submitting them online, but the scheduling process remains the same in terms of once it is submitted: it is reviewed by CSI and then sent on to the Scheduling Office.

Organizations are required to indicate the time and prospective location for the event, and must also indicate whether police officers will be needed, if food be served and the number of anticipated attendees. Other factors included are types of funding required for the event, as well as additional items needed, such as tables, chairs, microphones, projectors, etc.

The organizations can log into Virtual EMS to check the status of their requests. They also get an e-mail once the room has been confirmed or if it is unavailable.

The Fashion Club, however, did not have such a positive experience with the new program. Out of six planned events, only one came back with no problems. President Megan MacIntire expressed her disappointment with the new system and the difficulties it has added to running a successful, organized club.

“I feel that the online system has its benefits and I do prefer booking online

because it is more convenient,” MacIntire said. “However, while they’re working out some of the issues and tweaking things, they need to make in-person or e-mail contact much more readily available.”

Julie Fleming, assistant director for Student Involvement, explained why the University chose to go paperless. “It is greener, and in the past, paperwork had gotten lost,” Fleming said. “This ensures we can keep track of requests and the processing of requests.”

Stephen Frost, president of Colleges Against Cancer, explained his opinion on the new system.

“I like the new system, [but] my only complaint is that the new program only allows organizations to access it,” Frost said. “I would prefer if everyone on campus could use the program, like the Dean’s Offices, etc., so everything makes it onto the same calendar and I am able to view everything that is going on that day.

“The new system is not any faster than the old one,” Frost said.

The new system also enables organizations to submit at any time, rather than only being able to do so during regular business hours.

The turnaround time for scheduling a room is approximately two weeks, according to Fleming. “We try to go more quickly than that, and in many cases have been able to, but we often have to depend on outside areas or offices for answers,” Fleming said.

All faculty and staff who wish to schedule space must contact the Scheduling Office at (973) 655-4411. For questions or special requests with regard to facilities or operation, please call the Student Center Administration Office at (973) 655-7548. For student organization program advisement, please call the Center for Student Involvement at (973) 655-7818.

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been invited to present on the topics of sexual assault prevention and also the ramifications of being charged with sexual assault in New Jersey,” Barrett said.

All of Montclair’s residence halls are already equipped with security methods to prevent any unwanted visitors. There are main desks where visitors must sign in and out in the majority of halls, access control cards and police presence in the residential facilities.

However, the assaults that have occurred on Montclair’s campus this year have been instances in which the victims have known the people who assaulted them.

“The perpetrator is most times known to the victim either as a ‘friend’ or an invited guest,” according to Barrett.

According to the U.S. Department of Justice, 80 to 90 percent of sexual assaults are committed by someone the victim knows.

“Acquaintance sexual assault is most prevalent at colleges and universities

"It is important for us to support our crime victims and many do not want to become a public spectacle or be involved in the court system."

Lt. Kieran Barrett Campus Police across the country,” Barrett said. “We do not see the stranger-on-stranger assaults that people become accustomed to see on TV or movies. Many times it is who we know or think we might know that chooses to initiate these types of crimes.”

Even in instances where victims know their assailants, it is critical to remember that the victim is never to blame. “[Sexual assault] is a commonly underreported crime and effects untold numbers here and elsewhere at many colleges and universities as victims are afraid to

report, may have used alcohol or drugs and not remember what happened or may feel they will become a public person if they report offenses. Our goal is to encourage services as much as possible so the help that is needed is given,” Barrett said.

“The response to a sexual assault case is victim-centered and the victim has choices during the process,” Barrett continued. “This is imperative as the goal is to help the victim become a survivor.

As such, the victim has the choice to file charges against a known perpetrator and may opt to pursue University sanctions.

This does not negate the severity of the offense or diminish the impact felt by the community.

“It is important for us to support our crime victims and many do not want to become a public spectacle or be involved in the court system,” Barrett said.

The Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) at Montclair State University offers a number of support options for victims of sexual assault.

“The most important thing a person that was sexually assaulted can do is seek the help of others and get medical attention,” Barrett said.

“Sexual assault is a very personal and violent crime and victims should know that they have options in a campus setting,” Barrett said. “They can get medical assistance, residential help, advocacy services, law enforcement services and also have the help of the Dean of Students Office if disciplinary sanctions are the route that they choose.

“The bottom line is: don’t go through this alone, there are many caring people here that can help,” Barrett said.

It is estimated that one in every four women in a campus setting will be a victim of sexual assault before they graduate, according to the Bureau of Justice.

Sexual assault is a largely underreported crime and the most important thing to remember is to seek help if you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted. As a member of the Montclair State community, victims have the options to become survivors. Campus police can be reached at (973) 655-5222.

Finley Hall Nears Completion Haylee Lenkey Assistant News Editor

completion. Finely Hall had reached the end of their total usefulness and were in need of modernization.

When returning to this building, students will find it has been equipped with new mechanical, electrical, fire detection, sprinkler and telecommuni-

Finalization of construction of the new third floor and renovation of Finley Hall is set to be completed by the end of December. It will be open for occupation by January 2012 for the start of the spring semester.

This is following a series of expansive on-campus construction projects by the University.

The new complex, which houses part of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, is being renamed Conrad J. Schmitt Hall.

Construction on the building, which began Sept. 2, 2010, is currently 80 percent completed.

“The third floor was added to provide additional classroom and faculty office space to accommodate the growth in our academic programs,” said Gregory Bressler, vice president of University Facilities, who is responsible for the overall design and construction for this project.

“Market conditions were very favorable, as construction prices were relatively low when the decision was made to add the third floor to this building,” Bressler said.

Century 21 Construction, Inc. is responsible for Finely Hall is set to reopen for the spring 2012 semester. the general contracting of this addition and renovation, while Encations systems, as well as new extevironetics Group Architects of Englerior and interior finishes. The entire wood Cliffs developed the interior debuilding has been revamped to further sign and floor plan. The total projected accommodate the growing needs for the cost is $18.8 million. The added third University’s foreign languages and linfloor will be used mainly for the new guistics and mathematics programs.

Math Emporium.

It should be noted that while the UniFinley Hall was added to the list of versity claims that there have been no buildings to be consturcuted after the major issues concerning this construcUniversity realized the building’s metion, MFA students in Finley Annex chanical and electrical systems, as well art studios choose to differ. as exterior and interior finishes, had Sam Fricano, a second year MFA not been updated since its original 1957

While Fricano was assisted by her MFA department during this situation, she received no other compensation from the University.

“I was in disbelief, honestly I felt extremely walked over, especially as a student at the University paying tuition and studio fees to have a studio and working environment to better [myself] through an artistic career,” Fricano said.

When approached regarding the matter, University Facilities declined to comment.

While there has been damage made to Finley Hall South, this part of the complex was left out of this extensive renovation.

“Finley South or Finley Annex has undergone a series of small renovations over the past seven years,” said Bressler. “These renovations have altered this building to better support the fine arts activities of the MFA program within the College of the Arts.”

Many students will benefit from this new renovation, but those who utilize Finely South are feeling the sting.

“I think more of the The Montclarion | Haylee Lenkey problem is the construction they have done without letting anyone know,” said Kristen Sweeny, another second “There was only scaffolding and tarps year MFA student. covering my studio; I was unaware any “Everything they seem to do in Finof this was happening because I was ley is disruptive rather than helpful, away at work,” Fricano said. which I feel is a real issue,” Sweeny “The construction workers left all of said. my belongings in my studio and left my Despite this, students and those studio door unlocked. [When I returned] who had operations moved to Unithree pieces were damaged from the exversity and Mallory Hall can look posure to humidity and settling of dust, forward to a new, optimal, updated while all my stuff, including electronbuilding ready for full access come ics, were covered in dust and dirt from January 2012. the construction,” Fricano said. student, had artwork, as well as personal belongings, damaged after the outer wall of her personal studio was removed without her previous knowledge while she was working away from the studio. This wall faced the outer bridge connecting Finley South to the

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A Different Approach to Fashion Rashard Bradshaw Staff Writer Amanda Balbi Feature Editor

Fashion happens at all times of the year. In my opinion, fall is one of the best seasons to watch students strut their stuff on the MSU campus fashion runway.

From cheetah to loud floral prints, MSU is crawling with fashionistas. Everyone jumps on board for fall fashion, not only fashion studies majors.

Fashion Week in New York proved that bright colored hair is soon to be in... again! The 70s and 80s have returned with their leg warmers (which the bookstore in the Student Center sell), keds and blazers.

As the seasons change, the jackets and sweatshirts come out to play. You can easily match a printed blazer (or plain black) to any t-shirt for an on-thego-professional look.

Oversized sweatshirts paired with leggings have been resurrected once again. Not only are they comfy, but leggings are still in fashion. They’re one of those items that will never disappear.

It’s also the time of year to pick out your favorite boots to wear with your favorite skinny jeans — again, a style that we won’t see die any time soon.

So far this season, buckles and zippers on clunkier boots seem to be the trend. The height of the boot also determines your look (Warning: Please don’t wear heeled boots in the snow and ice!).

These fashions are easy to find. Most clothing stores carry the season’s hot, new look. However, if you’re looking for something vintage, thrift stores are the way to go. And, yes, students our age shop at thrift stores. They are not just for old ladies.

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McKenzie Delaney Sophomore, theater and women studies major During a typical afternoon run to the library, I bumped into a not-so-typical individual lounging on a bench in front of Café Diem. She was reading a book under a tree, wrapped in pure serenity.

With an edgy blonde cut and an array of patterns that seemed to complement each other to the “T,” I instantly knew that she had some major style. I asked if she had a free moment to talk about her fashion and she politely accepted.

When it was time to take pictures, McKenzie asked if I wanted to include her bag in the shot; I couldn’t refuse.

I felt her bag completed her look perfectly and was like that whipped cream they put on the milkshake at the diner: always necessary. The floral print didn’t compete with the almost textured print of her blazer, but they seemed to have a balance that was visually pleasing and whimsical. Her choice of shoes, an ankle boot with a Native American reference, paired with forest green tights was a unique twist on a common trend.

R: If you had to shop at one place for the rest of your life what place would you choose and why?

M: That one place would be Goodwill because pretty much everything I own is from the thrift store and I find that it’s a really great outlet for not only my fashion to be what I want it to be, but for my fashion to personify art.

R: If you had to give one word of advice to the campus community, what would it be?

M: Do whatever you want to do. If you feel like dressing up as an astronaut one day, do it, and then if you feel like the next day you want to dress up like a Victorian woman on her way to a horse race, do it. Anything you want to do: don’t let any fashion rules stop you, just do it.

Kati Eige Junior, graphic design major Ariel Shamir Sophomore, undeclared I ran into two friends outside of Calcia Hall taking a little break from class who caught my eye. The first thing was the touch of color each had in her hair.

Any lover of fashion should be aware that hair dye in vibrant colors was a huge trend during Fashion Week. Also, the fact that one of them was wearing a huge black boot that I assume was the result of a sprain only added to her allure. I couldn’t not meet them.

At first the two were a little indecisive about being featured but I assured them that even on an off day they still had a certain style about the ways they dressed that was very cool. They agreed to be featured only if they could do it together; I wouldn’t have had it any other way. Both described the other’s style with worlds like “girly,” “grungy” and “vintage,” but Ariel wanted to make it clear that her style doesn’t fit into any one category.

R: If you two had to shop at one place for the rest of your lives what place would you choose and why?

A: Goodwill, because it’s cheap.

K: Goodwill, because it’s easy to find retro vintage stuff for like $3.

A: And if it doesn’t fit you can always alter it.

R: If you had to give one word of advice to the campus community, what would it be?

K: Stop wearing Uggs. I know it’s cold outside and they’re comfortable but … I’m just saying…

A: Sweatshirts and sweatpants with hair done-up and makeup is not a good thing.

K: Also, stop wearing other school’s shirts [on campus]. We go to Montclair.

If you’re going to wear school stuff you should wear your school.

LeRoy Bayley Junior, fashion studies There are not many fashionistas that stick out at Montclair State University, as so many of us are caught up in the hustle and bustle of college life.

With the daily parade of pajama bottoms, Ugg boots and sweatsuits, not many students have the time to dedicate to styling a fashion-forward look every morning, but LeRoy Bayley is not a regular MSU student.

Time and time again I have seen him produce look after look that exudes an eccentric flair that is always ethnic and very adventurous. His jewelry and color choices deliver a “black power” attitude that is very vintage, yet fresh.

Bayley is definitely Soul Brother Number One when it comes to personal style on campus. I’m sure you’ll become a fan as well.

R: If you had to shop at one place for the rest of your life what place would you choose and why?

L: Buffalo Exchange, because it’s a thrift store and [there is] always new stuff in there that everybody doesn’t always have.

R: If you had to give one word of advice to the campus community, what would it be?

L: Be you. Don’t worry about what people say. Do what you want to do.

Don’t worry about the stares, because there are a lot of stares at Montclair State University but just be you – just be yourself.

All of these fashions are available online or in stores near you. They are all easy to put together on a budget.

You can also browse online stores for more ideas.

Thanks to everyone who took the time to speak with me about their unique fashions! Be on the lookout for me next time when I highlight some more campus fashions!

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Disproving Myths About Domestic Violence Suzanne Joblonski Staff Writer

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In my opinion, 31 days is nearly not enough and one should be aware of how often domestic violence really occurs across a world in which there are countries where it’s still acceptable.

You may ask what domestic violence is, so let’s start by clearing up the myths. People often believe domestic violence is usually an isolated onetime incident that affects only poor and uneducated people, where abusers are only men who are also alcohol abusers and that it is the fault of the women for staying in these relationships.

The myths are far from true, but because of the way domestic violence laws were originally written, victims were females and batterers were males.

However, make no mistake: women can be the abuser and men the abused. It also occurs in same sex relationships, as well as where there are people living with disabilities in intimate relations.

Getting help means acknowledging there is a problem. Assistance can be found in the United States by calling 1-800-799-7233 for referrals for help in a given area. There is also information on the Internet, but be careful, as web browsing on a computer you and your abuser share can be tracked. If you find yourself in this situation, find another computer to use, such one belonging to a trusted friend or at the library.

This holds true for your cell phone, too.

Delete phone numbers or assign false names in the contact list.

Once you are ready to take the steps to leave the abusive situation, you need a plan. The safety plan below comes from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

If you are still in the relationship: •Think of a safe place to go if an argument occurs – avoid rooms with no exits (bathroom) or rooms with weapons (kitchen).

•Think about and make a list of safe people to contact.

•Keep change with you at all times.

•Memorize all important numbers.

•Establish a “code word” or “sign” so that family, friends, teachers or coworkers know when to call for help.

•Think about what you will say to your partner if he or she becomes violent.

During the planning stages of leaving there is helpful but often overlooked advice the Coalition also suggests: “You should take important papers and documents with you to enable you to apply for benefits or take legal action.

Important papers you should take include social security cards and birth certificates for you and your children, your marriage license, leases or deeds in your name or both yours and your partner’s names, your checkbook, your charge cards, bank statements and charge account statements, insurance policies, proof of income for you and your spouse (pay stubs or W-2’s) and any documentation of past incidents of abuse (photos, police reports, medical records, etc.).”

Once you leave, there are suggestions below that will increase your safety and keep you out of harm’s way.

If you have left the relationship: •Change your phone number.

•Screen calls.

•Save and document all contacts, messages, injuries or other incidents involving the batterer.

•Change locks, if the batterer has a key.

•Avoid staying alone.

•Plan how to get away if confronted by an abusive partner.

Power and Control Wheel.

•If you have to meet your partner, do it in a public place.

•Vary your routine.

•Notify school and work contacts.

•Call a shelter for battered women.

If you find yourself looking for help here on campus, visit the Women’s Center in Student Center Rm. 421. Speak with the director, Esmilda Abreu-Hornbostel.

This semester, the Center is conducting a series of conversations on this issue, such as Cycle Breakers. This is a conversation group aimed to combat domestic violence and discuss your thoughts and feelings on this issue. It is held on Mondays 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Student Center Room 421, facilitated by Katelyn Brower, Women’s Center

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peer educator.

Sometimes we watch our loved ones who we suspect are experiencing domestic violence from afar and we wish and beg for them to get out, but it isn’t always that easy, especially when there are children involved or their immigration status is dependent on the spouse or partner. However, there are steps you can take while encouraging and empowering friends and loved ones in this difficult and emotional situation.

Be supportive of whether they wish to stay or not, but if they are willing, help them develop a safety plan, sit with them as they call the hotline and offer to do Internet research. Most of all, though, remember it’s their decision to make — not yours.

5 Reasons to Love to Hate Facebook Melanie Tolomeo Staff Writer

Facebook is unavoidable. Mark Zuckerberg’s nerdy plot to meet girls has officially redefined our generation.

Facebook is a verb, a noun and even an adverb in some countries, probably. It has become a universal all-ages networking tool and a place to share almost every type of multimedia.

Those girls with braces in the public library who should be reading “Babysitter’s Club” novels? They’re updating their statuses. Your grandma who would normally be watching her afternoon soaps and sucking on Werther’s Original candies? She’s playing “Words with Friends.” I think that Facebook is awesome, don’t get me wrong, but it also shapes the way we live a lot more than we think. So because I always have to go against the status quo, here are the five reasons I love to hate Facebook.

1. Old flames always appear along the side of your page. Remember MySpace? When you made your Top 8 and you ranked your friends according to who agreed to go to Hot Topic with you that weekend so you could see your crush, XMichaelMurderX, or something like that? Well, Facebook has taken it upon itself to do this. Along the left side of your page, it shows the world your best friends, based on the amount of tagged photos and interactions you have with a person. However, more often than not, this means a romantic interest or an ex will appear as most recently contacted. You can hide this feature from other people, but that person and all the feelings of guilt or anguish will always be staring you right in the face when you view your own profile.

2. When you meet people, you accidentally already know who they are. This is always tricky. It is very hard to not be aware of your friends’ friends when they constantly comment your friend’s statuses with inside jokes.

And when you meet them in real life, it’s very hard to act clueless if you already know someone goes to Florida State from rolling over their name on Facebook.

3. It is a breeding ground for passive aggression. You will always have at least one friend who shares way too much about his or her personal life online. In statuses like, “SkAnKsz b3 HaTiN 0n Mii” or “my heart bleeds for you” or “All girls are leeches,” people tell stories of their lives through indirect statements. While these broadcasts do not mention anyone in particular, everyone knows who they are about. But hey, facing your problems head on doesn’t get you as many “Likes” as much as Fall Out Boy lyrics, now does it?

4. It can totally sabotage your career someday. Red cups. Basement walls. That token pose where you put your hand on your hip and tilt your head because I don’t really know why, but I’m pretty sure girls have been doing it since cameras were invented. This is the recipe for not getting a job. Your Facebook may document a great four or five or 10 years as an undergrad, but just remember: Employers Facebook stalk, too. They get bored sometimes just like we do and might be bitter because they didn’t get to go to a great school like Montclair and might take it out on you. When looking for a job or internship, change your display name, adjust your privacy settings accordingly or delete the pictures altogether.

5. It’s addictive. Finally, Facebook is the enemy to productivity. For some reason that is probably linked to human evolution in some way that I could not tell you right now, your friend sharing that he “made pasta for dinner and it was good” is more important than schoolwork of any kind. Somehow sitting motionless in front of a feed of cat videos and pictures of your mom in the ’80s is a lot more satisfying than getting ahead in life.

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Coming Out Week:

Understanding and Support for All Amanda Balbi Feature Editor

“Coming out of the closet,” as the saying goes, is tough for most people.

Sometimes, being gay is a secret that a man or woman lives with until, one day, they blurt it out.

Coming Out Week is a national celebration of being gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender. MSU banded together to understand and support equality this week.

Sponsored by campus groups such as SPECTRUMS, the LGBT center and the Center for Faith and Spirituality along with gender studies programs, the week of events was promising for campus support.

Coming Out Week started on Monday, Oct. 10 with a traditional flag raising and speeches by President Susan Cole and Jhon Velasco. The sudden nice weather proved to be a starting point for a momentous week.

SPECTRUMS held a “Sharing Our Stories” event in which the members shared their stories of coming out as well as welcoming anyone up to the podium to share their stories as well.

Students accepted this challenge with open arms.

Official Coming Out Day was Tuesday, Oct. 11. The day consisted of discussions as well as events to promote public awareness.

Tuesday’s events included strutting your stuff in a “likes” t-shirts exclaiming “Likes Men,” “Likes Women,” “Likes Everyone” or “Likes Men and Women.”

One shirt even read “Likes Equality.”

Three-hundred t-shirts were made

The MSU Players exhibited their “likes” shirts during their Lady Gaga performance last week.

and handed out to anyone who signed up for one, gay or not.

The parade of pride brought a smile to my face and a tear to my eye as I walked to class. Students wore their courage on their shirts, literally.

Tuesday closed with the “Coming Out Monologues.” Director David Grice requested coming out stories from students through social media and flyers.

The cast of the show then acted out each anonymous story — 13 stories in total.

Wednesday opened on a gloomy note

as the skies randomly opened up intermittently during the day, cancelling the peace rally. However, HIV testing was still available in the Student Center.

Thursday’s events are scheduled as discussions: Safe Space training, Connecting Across Cultures: LGBT communities around the world and Study Abroad: special concerns for the LGBT community.

This Friday night, LGBTQ is holding a Pride Dance.

Saturday afternoon, there’s a trip into New York City to see the musical

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“Priscilla, Queen of the Desert,” which is about three drag queens trying to find their place in the world.

Anyone can be a part of these events and tickets are still available for the show. You can pick them up at the CSI office in the Student Center annex.

They’re $50 for student tickets and $55 for non-students.

No matter how difficult coming out can be, there are great campus resources for your benefit.

Student organizations are located in the Student Center annex.

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The Weekly Debate My best friend told me he was gay. How should I react?

He Said

Jay Hrina Assistant Sports Editor

If your best friend came up to you and announced that he or she is gay, sure, you may be taken aback a little bit, but if that changes any way you act or react in front of them, then you aren’t a true best friend.

If this occurs, it’s most likely something that he/she has been confronting for a long time. During that time, you two have probably hung out more times than you can count and you’ve probably thought nothing of their sexual orientation. The thought never arose that your friend could possibly be gay.

So if nothing changed the way you two acted in the past when they were straight, why should anything change now?

Even if you’re homophobic, why would you get the sudden fright that your friend is going to come on to you, or check you out? Your friend is still your friend; he isn’t going to try to turn into your lover overnight. Besides, you might not be his type to date anyway.

Don’t get so ahead of yourself.

The only way you two are going to act differently is if you start treating the way you hang out differently. The next time you two sit on the couch and watch the football game together should be the same. It’s just a new week and a new football game. Last week he/she was just as gay as they are this week — you just didn’t know it so it didn’t bother you, and it still shouldn’t.

We are urged by society to separate and point out our differences. You may scoot over a few inches on the couch subconsciously as if they were infected with cooties.

Truthfully, this whole thing is harder on your friend than it is on you. He’s hoping you take the news well and they’re worried you don’t treat them any differently.

Best friend, friend, coworker, classmate, etc — regardless of who they are, the situation shouldn’t be any different than it was the day before they told you.

She Said

Jade Moskovitz Staff Writer

You should react the same way you would if someone told you he or she were human, take it like a grain of salt and just continue respecting them as if nothing has changed.

Okay, I realize we live in a world of stereotypes, and what I am recommending is easier said than done, but it’s important to be bigger than the stereotypes. After all, if you were unaware of your friend’s sexual orientation to begin with, it’s most likely because his or her mannerisms and personality contradicted the homosexual stereotypes engrained in society.

Granted, your very first reaction may not have been a smooth transition.

However, the follow-up to this reaction leaves room for recovery. Take as much

time as you need to process his or her decision, but sexual orientation aside, this person is still your best friend.

A friend of mine confronted me not too long ago with a similar situation. When I asked her how she felt, she responded with, “Ew, she’s seen me naked before.” So I asked, “And what makes you think you’re her type?” Just because your friend is gay doesn’t mean he or she wants to date you; it means they need a friend to talk to.

Instead of worrying about how their sexual orientation affects your life, try changing your perspective: coming out isn’t easy. Disclosing the fact that he or she is interested in the same sex may have sent a 90 mph curveball in your direction, but it also unleashed a secret he or she has been holding in for years. The fact that they chose to tell you over anybody else shows just how much you mean to them.

If you can’t accept his sexual orientation, as his best friend, then who will? Some people hear “gay” and react as if it is an incurable disease.

Discriminating against someone because of their sexual orientation is as wrong as it is to discriminate against someone for their skin color.

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Fine Arts Seeking Shelter

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magine this: Your day starts off as any other. You wake up, have breakfast and get ready to head to campus.

Let’s just say in this situation that you are a member of the MFA program.

Last night your muse decided to rear its head and you have a near-perfect concept for a new painting.

Upon entering Finley Hall you head to your private studio, only to find your door unlocked and one of the walls of your coveted studio missing.

And not only that, but your work is exposed and covered in dust and dirt.

As well as all of your electronics that you had thought were safe in your studio.

This was the site that greeted one of the artists in the MFA program.

These students were not notified

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that there would be construction on their studios nor were they warned that their work would possibly be damaged.

We here at The Montclarion could hardly believe that the University would assume such a nonchalant approach to construction in the very place that houses delicate artwork.

It would be one thing if the students were notified that their work might be compromised due to the construction, but we have received reports that the MFA students were not informed in the slightest.

We understand that the reason for the construction is to improve upon the building’s integrity.

Honestly, we are glad that the building is receiving attention. Finley Hall has not been renovated since its completion in 1957.

It would be a completely different matter if the construction were occurring in, say, Mallory Hall. Our objections seem painfully obvious: There are art students in Finley Hall.

They are creating artwork that requires precision and careful attention.

Humidity and contamination are prominent factors in maintaining paintings, especially. How someone could just knock down a wall of someone’s studio is completely beyond us.

Various MFA students are citing the construction as a serious disruption to their work. They feel that if they are paying tuition and studio fees they should not have to suffer such errors by the University.

They do have a point, but isn’t this a prominent issue among all art students?

We have heard many undergraduate

art students complain that even though they have to pay fees they have to buy supplies, which cost a hefty amount of money.

It’s hard to say whether or not the fees that the art community has to pay evens out in the long run, but we doubt it.

When approached about the construction mishap Facilities did not offer any comments concerning the matter.

It would be refreshing to see the University own up to a mistake and offer something as simple as an apology for damaging the property of its student.

We hope that in the future the MFA students will be notified of any possible construction on their studios and that Facilities will exercise more caution when renovating a building that houses artwork.

Students Speak

How do you feel about Occupy Wall Street?

Erica Krivda Sophomore Graphic Design

Darlene Sophomore Math

“I don’t really follow Occupy Wall Street. But I think it’s great that people are going out and fighting for their rights. We have freedom speech in this country so of I think we should take full advantage of it. I think it’s great.”

“I really don’t know anything about Wall Street.”

Meghan Mcdermitt Senior Hannah Scherba | The Montclarion Art education “I have heard a little bit about it. I haven’t followed the news in awhile. I am very interested in what it is, though.”

Zachary Charnet Sophomore Math “Occupy Wall Street? What do you mean? I think it’s a good idea. It is sort of obnoxious and that one percent holds all the wealth. We are using our right to protest and free speech. I think it’s great that we are banding together. I am not going to go but it’s a good idea.”

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The Montclarion • October 13, 2011

Campaigning in the “States of America, Inc.”

America’s dependence on corporate funding is undermining democracy

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fter nearly a decade of unremitting economic turmoil and a continuous escalation of public unrest, the 2008 election marked A mer ica’s long-awaited Jesse Imbergamo opportunity to rise up from Columnist the nadir they had plummeted into. Among many elements responsible for such national disdain, the level of corporate influence on Washington, which led to policy-making that favored corporations, is one factor that was of utmost concern.

Obama appeared as a leader who would govern the nation with the interests of the people in mind, and won the presidency with his messages of “hope” and “change.”

Of those messages, the President expressed his concern with the current state of the corporate tax code and pushed the need for a reform. “Simplify, eliminate loopholes, treat everybody fairly,” said the President this past February.

However, fair play seems to be something that corporate powerhouse General Electric is not required to take part in, because in 2010 the corporation profited $14.2 billion but paid nothing in taxes.

They also received a $3.2 billion tax benefit. According to national research group The Center for Responsive Politics, GE was among the top contributors to the Obama campaign, donating just over half a million dollars.

It is no secret that corporate influence

on politicians is prevalent in modern-day Washington, and it is clear Obama is no exception to this unfortunate normality (CEO of GE Jimmy Immelt is currently serving in an advisory capacity within the Obama administration).

Corporate interests hardly ever align with that of the public, and yet politicians continue to enact policies and allow circumstances that enable companies to get richer while the majority of Americans struggle to find work and provide for themselves and their families.

The deep-rooted corporate ties to Washington have been interfering with our leader’s abilities to effectively manage and improve the nation for some time now. This is attributable to the notion that politics is not a public service; it is a game.

It is a game that is played to win, and a pivotal factor in the success of a political campaign is money. Project America reported that for the last 32 years of presidential elections, the candidate with the highest amount of campaign monies was the one who took the presidency, with the exceptions of Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton, each spending a slightly lesser amount on their campaigns than their competitors.

Corporations will forever be a necessity to presidential campaigns while being a detriment to public interest for the reason that they represent a large portion of campaign funding.

Presidential candidates will continue to seek the succor of corporations in order to improve their political campaigns and their chances of winning, therefore strengthening Washington’s allegiance to corporate America.

It is this cycle of dependence on corporate money that impedes our leaders’ ability to

properly, effectively and progressively govern the nation.

Traditionally, when a person is elected president, they have reached the highest position of power within the structure of our government.

However, that power is partially forfeited when they accept substantial amounts of corporate money, for it is then when the interests of corporations become the primary interests of the elected.

The President may have his hands on the wheel, but it is the CEOs and major corporate players that are shouting out directions, and if the Commander in Chief wants to remain in the driver seat, he listens.

The cycle of dependence on corporate money does not only occur on the national political stage but is seen at the state level as well, showing the truly deep-rooted nature of the corporate-on-political influence epidemic.

Current GOP party candidate Rick Perry is no stranger to getting by with a little help from his friends, specifically those friends with billions of dollars and a strong interest in policy making.

According to Texans for Public Justice, 80-year-old Texas billionaire Harold Simmons contributed roughly $3 million over the past decade to Perry’s campaign for governor or other groups with which Perry was associated.

Simmons showed loyalty to Perry when he was on the road to the governor’s chair of Texas, and in return, he expected Perry to show him that same loyalty.

Simmons is owner of Waste Control Specialists (WCS), a company that disposes of radioactive waste. The industry of radioactive waste disposal is heavily regulated, as it should be, and in order to open a new facility, there is certain criterion that must be met. WCS held

ownership of a low-level nuclear waste dump in West Texas and needed to obtain a license in order for the site to become operational.

Before the license could be issued, an environmental review had to be administered, and a panel of eight engineers and geologists deemed that it was not environmentally sound to dispose of radioactive waste on the site in question.

Regardless of this realization, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, whose commissioners were appointed by Perry, chose to ignore the review and issue the license.

This is the current political environment of the nation. Political allegiances to corporations lead to situations that have potential effects that can be disastrous for the country, but that will benefit a select few who made the right moves, who played the game and who had the deepest pockets.

It is incidents like Obama allowing GE to abuse loopholes in the tax code and Perry enabling a billionaire to continue to grow his wealth while creating a potential environmental hazard that lead to questions about the true authority figures in the country.

One thing is certain, and that is corporate influence on politics is having a dissatisfactory effect on the nation. The elected leaders of the United States are granted a certain amount of power, but at what price must they pay?

No matter how substantial, it will not be as high a price paid by the people of this country when corporations extend their reach from beyond boardrooms and into the buildings of our nation’s capital.

Jesse Imbergamo, a communications major, is in his first year as a columnist for The Montclarion.

Nightmare on Wall Street is No Bad Dream Protesters march on, but the destination is still unclear

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o one could mistake the sight that jammed the streets of New York on Oct. 5.

Blue flags and mismatched signs floated above Lori Wieczorek opinion editor the heads of thousands of protesters. Their voices echoed across Foley Square and spilled into the surrounding streets.

On this particular day the protesters were not just occupying Wall Street but had organized a march that began in Washington Square Park and ended on the brink of Wall Street.

These people left their homes, classes and even work to attend the march. And no, the only people attending the march were not hipsters and hippies, as some critics have claimed.

These were men in suits, the working class with their children, senior citizens who have watched as the nation has spiraled into oblivion and young adults who are terrified that upon graduation there will be no jobs.

These people are the middle class, and as they phrase it, “We are the 99 percent.”

They don’t want an absurdly uneven distribution of wealth, nor do they want our government to bail out corporations that were responsible for the recession. What they want is change and awareness of the issues at hand.

It is no secret that every government suffers from a certain amount of corruption but few people actually know the statistics to back up this corruption. The protesters at Occupy Wall Street are bringing the issues at hand to the forefront of the American people’s attention.

This is the reason why I attended the Occupy Wall Street march. I believe that awareness is important. We are making a statement and showing the government exactly how many of us are noticing their mistakes.

A part of me wants to think that my pres-

ence on Wall Street will change the rampant injustice pervading our society but, and this is a big but, I wasn’t met with change at the end of the march.

Instead, I was filled with a wistful disappointment. As I marched towards Wall Street, I was invigorated by my fellow protesters as they chanted, “Show me democracy, this is democracy!” or “Banks got bailed out, we got sold out!”

And one of my favorites, “How do we fix the deficit? End the war and tax the rich!”

An elderly woman stood among her friends and held up a sign that said, “I’m 87 and I’m mad as hell.” I smiled at that one, as well as, “You know it’s serious when librarians are marching.”

And then I began to wonder if I should actually be smiling at these signs. Should I be feeling happy at this march?

No. No, I shouldn’t be feeling happy. I don’t believe the march was meant to be a celebration, but that’s truly what it felt like.

When we reached Wall Street, groups of people congregated into subsections and played music while bouncing balloons into the air. For the first time, I took a moment

to ruminate over what we were actually achieving. This was not the time for celebration; we had not met our goal yet.

I can’t sum my feelings up to anything more than disappointment. Later in the evening I heard that some of the protesters jumped the barriers and suffered police retaliation.

Did that achieve anything? No. At what lengths must we go to elicit a response from our government? I certainly don’t know the answer.

Believe me, I am not trying to discourage anyone from attending Occupy Wall Street.

I think that our numbers are powerful and we have the capacity to make a difference. It just hasn’t happened yet. Perhaps in upcoming elections candidates will take a look at our numbers and steer their policies towards what we want.

For now, I will wait to see what the future holds for our government and hope that the protesters will see results.

Lori Wieczorek, an English major, is in her second year as Opinion Editor for The Montclarion.

Taking a Big Bite out of Apple

Will apple suffer the loss of Steve Jobs? Or is success in their future?

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fter the death of Steve Jobs on Oct. 5 the biggest question on everyone’s mind was: What is going craig mccarthy to happen web editor to Apple?

Where will the company be after its iCEO is gone?

The stocks have seemed to escape the tragic event relatively unscathed, only dropping .5 percent at most during the days following Jobs’ passing.

We know, or at least I have full confidence, that Steve Jobs has clearly passed the torch to a very capable CEO, Tim Cook, but who will be the Chairman of the Board?

More importantly are more iProducts going to be invented or are they just going to fall to the knock-off Isignia brand accessories of the market? I’m not sure they can ever be the same.

In talking about this the other day with someone they, for some reason, couldn’t fig-

ure out why everyone was up in arms. I was amazed.

Jobs has been responsible for so many products that have changed our lives forever. My generation has seen the progression of phasing out CDs in our now current streaming society. Between the iPod and iTunes, Jobs has saved a dying industry of music, following the devastating hit Napster and other pirating sites were responsible for.

His resume of societal-changing products even reaches as far as Pixar, one of the most successful animation companies in movies.

So why worry if he has given us a handbook of how to iLive with the adapter to charge it anywhere?

Well after taking the Apple reigns back in 1997 he successfully removed the inefficient chairmen and organized the board creating these products so people could one day say, “Hey, Apple just seems like nice bunch of people. They made this just for me.”

He was the one who created the image of Apple — not the apple itself, I don’t think — but that feeling that if you have an issue, it doesn’t matter because it’s an Apple product, no big deal. You wouldn’t, or at least I wouldn’t say, “Oh, my Dell isn’t working. I’ll just bring it to… Or maybe I’ll just call…”

I can’t even finish that statement because

they haven’t created that comforting image.

So can that image continue on after Jobs is gone? Did he plan out the next four products that can bring them into the next decade with updates and upgrades?

I’m not sure Apple can go on, at least not in the same fashion. I don’t know if the direction Apple is going will be able to sustain them in the same way we have come to love.

It kills me to say it, but the next few years are going to be the deciding factor in the company’s future. Can the new chairman, currently a vacant position, organize the board and make the right decisions, as Jobs did?

Will he make the same decision to wait to release the iPad for three years and let people love the iPhone first? (For those who don’t know, the iPad was technically the first iPhone but Jobs didn’t think there was a large enough market for it yet. Genius.)

I do believe that no other CEO of a company as large as Apple will ever be mourned as universally as Steve Jobs. It may have been his constant casual attire of turtleneck and jeans, but he just seemed like a nice guy.

I’m not sure if Apple will ever recover from this loss.

Craig McCarthy, an English major, is in his first year as web editor for The Montclarion.

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THE MONTCLARION MAILBAG To the Editor: I am writing The Montclarion in response to the opinion piece run last week, “Hazy Future for Greek Initiation.” As a member of Greek Life, I came away from the piece feeling hurt, insulted and vilified. Due to the broad nature of the piece, I felt accused personally of many of the “long list of hazing offenses that the Greeks employ.” In response, I felt the need to draft this letter to address some of the concerns voiced in the piece.

I would like to start off by saying that I do not condone, encourage or respect anything the members of Tau Kappa Epsilon did regarding the incident that prompted this piece. What occurred was reprehensible.

However, by no means do I feel this

should be thought of as systematic of the Greek system. All are not accountable for the actions of one and one is not accountable for the actions of all.

Greek Life can be perverted, manipulated and ruined by the selfish actions of a few individuals. What’s sad is that these incidents overshadow a lot of the good that Greek Life can accomplish.

On a national scale, the Greek system donates over $250 million a year to philanthropic causes. The Penn State Dance-athon alone donates $10 million for childhood cancer.

While binge drinking and hazing incidents involving Greeks are glorified and reported on as the status quo, the real

benefits and objectives of Greek Life — philanthropy, community service, networking, brotherhood and sisterhood — are unheralded.

Here at Montclair, I see Greeks providing many benefits and opportunities for students on campus. On a mostly commuter campus, we work desperately to provide a vibrant on-campus student life and incentive for students to dorm, stay here on the weekends and connect with the student population.

Greek programming, participation in Homecoming and an overall desire to create a college experience on par with Penn State, Rutgers and Maryland reflect this.

When I joined my fraternity in fall 2009, I wasn’t looking to buy friends (I had them),

fit in or become a burden on the University.

I became good friends with a group of young men and sought to join and support their vision.

To join, I didn’t have to chug a handle of vodka, humiliate myself, brand myself or forfeit my rights as a human being. I had to prove myself responsible for my own actions, show that I was a man of integrity and a man that could make my fraternity better, rather than need the fraternity to make me better.

I will be a Red Hawk until the day I graduate. I will be a Brother of Sigma Pi until the day I die.

Nicholas Petrill

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Reflecting on Modern Religious Intolerance The shocking realization that religious discrimination is still running rampant

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ecently I came across an article that sent chills down my spine, and shockwaves to the part of my brain responsiTravis Lancaster ble for forwardthinking logic. columnist The focus of the article was a 32-year-old Iranian man who is being sentenced to death by hanging for a crime that most of us in the United States couldn’t even fathom.

His crime? Having “allegedly” converted from the country’s official religion, Islam, to Christianity (a crime punishable by death, in Iran).

Yousef Nadarkhani, a pastor of the Church of Iran, was arrested after voicing the issue that he had with his son being forced to read the Koran in school.

The article states that, “Nadarkhani had been charged with apostasy under the assertion that he was born a Muslim — a claim that he vehemently denies. Despite the finding that Mr. Nadarkhani did not convert to Christianity as an adult, the court continues to demand that he recant his faith or other-

wise be executed.”

This is unthinkable in the United States, and not just is it unthinkable, it’s wrong on moral, legal and several other levels.

It really underlines the differences between the United States and other countries and opens our eyes to some of the beliefs still in practice elsewhere today, which we, as Americans, have long thought antiquated.

In many countries, religion plays an integral role in culture and society and in some countries, it is even regarded as irrefutable law.

Even though in the United States religion does have its claws dug into some aspects of political thought, it is not comparable in the slightest to those of a country such as Iran.

The United States government has since publicly condemned the actions of the Iranian government. The White House released a statement that said, “Pastor Nadarkhani has done nothing more than maintain his devout faith, which is a universal right for all people.”

Now I can’t help but feel that if this issue concerned a religion other than Christianity, the United States may not have been so quick to jump to Nadarkhani’s aid, but perhaps that is a discussion for another column.

As for now, I’m just glad to see our

President stepping in and taking a stance on such a pressing issue as this.

To me, something like this isn’t just an injustice; it’s an absolute abhorrence. Even as a non-religious person, I found myself fuming at this article.

I just can’t comprehend the lack of unity among human beings that arises solely because of religious differences.

Some of you may not know, but there is an organization on campus that holds something called Testimonial Tuesday.

It is essentially a public forum where you are free to preach and sing — and yes, even shout — the word of God to your fellow classmates.

Last Tuesday, I was simply trying to enjoy my space on this beautiful campus when I was drawn into a discussion about religion by one of the group’s members.

Now, I’m never one to shy away from a conversation, especially one about religion, but I’m also not the kind of guy to be chomping at the bit to talk to the members of these religious organizations.

The conversation went on for a while and the more we spoke, the more involved I got.

I ended up asking the member several questions I deemed important for understanding the religious beliefs of the organization.

I came to the shocking realization that

the staunch beliefs of this Christian organization aren’t that much different from those of the Islamic government of Iran.

One of my questions was, “Where do all those who don’t practice Christianity go when they die?”

The response was something to the effect of, “Any individual who practices a religion other than that of Christianity, will be greeted by the lake of fire [Hell] upon death.”

And at this I realized that they are condemning their fellow human beings (though not by their own hand) for simply believing in something other than what they hold as the one true faith.

I understand how important religion is to many different people in many different countries, but I just find it hard to believe that in 2011, people are still being put to death for their religious beliefs.

One would think that the traits we share in simply being human would be enough to transcend the differences that arise in our separate belief systems.

The world is too confusing, and life too difficult, to be constantly pitted against one another, constantly berated and constantly persecuted for something as simple as our beliefs.

Travis Lancaster, an English major, is in his second year as columnist for The Montclarion.

Is College Social Drinking Alcoholism?

Does the college experience include drinking? Dangers of peer pressure

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he struggle with addiction, be it with drugs, alcohol or even coupon clipping, has always been one that draws atten! tion from all Victoria fisher walks of life. columnist People are fascinated with the idea of someone having such a strong desire to do something and not caring about how it may affect themselves or others.

Where an addiction begins is perhaps the scariest variable in the equation. Some will say it is traumatic events, other will say media influence. But to truly find a universal cause of addiction would be simply impossible.

My question is: When in a college student’s life does their alcohol consumption cross the line of “social drinking” into alcoholism?

A man who is 30 years old that has three to five drinks a day for five days a week would probably be considered (by most) to have a problem. But a college student who

has similar consumption habits wouldn’t even think twice about whether or not there is an issue.

From the moment that you step foot on a college campus, be it Montclair, Rutgers, NJIT or anywhere, you can sense the difference in the social atmosphere.

Most refer to it as the “college experience” which is unique and truly something that will change a person in one way or another. Perhaps the easiest way that a person becomes changed is simply by partying too much.

The problem is, every single student has a different idea of what exactly “too much” is.

Another issue is that much of college offers high school-like experiences.

For instance, if you were a freshman in high school and a senior told you that you couldn’t climb the rope in gym, it almost always makes you want to prove them wrong. Even if you had a health condition, even if you knew that you would probably hurt yourself trying, you still wanted to prove that senior wrong.

In college, it’s a lot like that, except with alcohol. And it usually isn’t a big, mean upperclassmen taunting you, it’s your friends.

The challenge to drink as much as possible and see who is still standing is a competition that is all too familiar with just about

every college student.

Given, there are plenty of remarkably talented students in college that do not give in to the peer or social pressure to drink.

But in college, you get the freedom to pick your classes, go out and come back as you please and pick whichever poison your young body could possibly desire. On the extreme rise is the popular prescription medication Adderall.

It is prescribed to people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder to help them focus and become less distracted by everyday activities that sometimes even overwhelm them. College students all over the country take Adderall as a “study drug;” they claim that it helps them focus and stay up all night to do things like lengthy papers or study for big exams.

Essentially, when misused, or sometimes even after one use, the drug Adderall has the same effects as speed. It eliminates your appetite, as well as your ability to sleep.

I have a close friend of mine who felt addicted to Adderall after one day and continued to take it for three consecutive days.

Three days went by without her sleeping, eating or having any genuine awareness of what was going on.

Would you consider her to have had a problem, or just to have been someone who was studying too hard?

Alcohol, however, is unlike most substances such as cocaine, prescription pills, herion, etc. in the sense that, generally speaking, it is insanely easy to get a hold of.

Most of my friends were raised in households that kept liquor around so liquor itself wasn’t ever considered a taboo.

Middle school or early high school is usually when a young person chooses to take a bite of the forbidden fruit, and it is when they are first introduced to the concept of drinking due to peer pressure.

As a person gets older, the pressure becomes not only more intense but higher stakes are added to the equation.

Instead of being “double dared” to take a single shot, the challenge is to chug a beer before the guy next to you does or to drink the most you can before an hour of time passes.

With those thoughts in mind just remember: College supplies you with the tools to build the foundation for the rest of your life.

You are getting the tools handed to you, but only you can be the builder.

Don’t allow yourself to become consumed by too much partying and end up putting a block of addiction in the way of your life. You control your own destiny; be sure to let it be the greatest one it can possibly be.

Victoria Fisher, a jurisprudence major, is in her second year as a columnist for The Montclarion.

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“Moneyball” Scores a Home Run Statistics was never this entertaining Max Weinstein Staff Writer If economic prosperity rests in the hands of those undervalued or overlooked below the Buffett-exposed, “coddled” and “super-rich” in our upper echelon, who will realize their greatness? Is a payroll only as good as the home runs it brings or the on-base percentage? Enter “Moneyball.”

Brad Pitt’s Billy Beane is a former high school phenom who accepts that to follow his vision may end in him working the floors of Dick’s Sporting Goods, and accepting this fact grants him the chance to change the game of baseball.

In one sense, Aaron Sorkin’s protagonists are mad-genius crapshooters, who exist in a universe in which nothing but rebellious wit and intuition are required to rewrite history. In another, they’re self-loathing masochists with a childlike impulse to scream, “I told you so!”

Insofar as it’s about the objective approach of Beane and Yale economics grad Peter Brand (Jonah Hill) coined by statistician Bill James as “sabermetrics,” to managing the 2002 Oakland A’s, “Moneyball” is an exercise in proving that Beane was right all along.

It’s also an exercise in demonstrating how a system, one that nobody believed in, defied corporate-minded flexing and popular managerial logic.

When we’re first introduced to them, the A’s are a disenfran-

chised franchise if there ever was one. Observing the general manager presiding over his first pre-season meeting reminds of after-school homework sessions where textbooks serve more as props than tools.

It’s an anti-meeting of the minds when Billy explains to them, “There are rich teams and there are poor teams, then there’s 50 feet of crap and then there’s us.”

If they’re to win games, these guys need to clean up their act.

Beane understands that in competition, the exchange of money is only as good as the exchange of information attached to it, and so after a few meetings, the gawky, twenty-something introvert from Yale is now an assistant general manager.

This upsets more than a few of the team’s old-timers, as well as its manager, Art Howe (Phillip Seymour Hoffman), who sees Beane as delusional, whisked away by pet theories. Beane issues them an ultimatum: “Adapt or die.”

What follows is a compelling, well-crafted celebration of Beane and Brand as rogue innovators. This is their chapter, and it’s written by demanding that everyone else listen to it and adhere to it, or remain in the gutter. One sequence, in which our partners in crime juggle phone lines to land their targeted players before a trade deadline, holds its audience with gleeful patience, as we witness a fledgling idea birthed to life through sheer

“Moneyball” features Brad Pitt in the leading role.

reassurance and confidence.

Moments like these surface some of Pitt and Hill’s best work, drawing on improvisation and a growing bond that reinforces the film’s progressive rhetoric.

Bennett Miller, who previously directed Hoffman in the title role of “Capote,” approaches the lore of “Moneyball” with an appreciation for nuance and romantic whimsy.

With flashes of radio snippets, locker room interviews with brash journalists and zen-like silences, he also displays a keen sensitivity to the external pressures of players to perform under waning conditions and heavy public scrutiny.

If we’re to buy the film’s

bill of goods, and follow what we now know — that the 2004 Boston Red Sox’s adoption of Beane’s methods won them their “curse”-breaking first world championship title since 1918 — then the “moneyball,” the success story of the little guy, is very real.

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Not Just a Disney Movie “The Newsies” surprises everyone

“The Newsies” is a succesful adaptation of the Disney Movie.

Gailmarie Sprague Staff Writer When most people hear the term “Newsies,” they think of a young Christian Bale dancing around with a dozen unknown actors in the bouncy ‘90s movie musical. However, thanks to Disney Theatrical Productions, the Papermill Playhouse of Millburn, N.J. has recreated the film into an electrifying musical that inspires audiences.

From overture to finale, the musical has audience’s feet tap-

ping to familiar songs accompanied by new numbers and jaw-dropping choreography.

“The Newsies” is a tale of triumph, one that follows the story of ragged newsboys at the turn of the century. At the very start, we get a glimpse of the working boys’ lives, “carrying the banner” to survive.

In an effort to increase profit, a villainous Joseph Pulitzer raises the price that the newsboys pay for the newspaper by a dime for every hundred.

Taking a stand as a char-

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ismatic leader, fellow newsboy Jack Kelly gathers the boys to form an unofficial union with the help of newcomer Davey Jacobs and his younger brother Les. As the show progresses, the strike becomes larger as the newsboys fight Pulitzer, who has recruited William Randolph Hearst and other newspaper colleagues to follow him. Towards the end, the focus is not only on the newsies, but every working boy in New York City with unfair conditions.

Several huge changes have been made for the film to transfer well to the stage.

Combining the characters of male journalist Bryan Denton and Sarah Jacobs (the sister of Davey and Les) from the film, we now have Katherine Plummer, a female journalist who also serves as Jack’s love interest. Katherine takes on the story of the strike as a way to jumpstart her career with the New York Sun. With a beautiful soprano voice that could rival Kristen Chenoweth’s, Kara Lindsay shines in this role among an almost entirely male cast.

Yet another change is that we never see Davey and Les’ family, though they play an important role in the film.

This translates well due to the fact that the reworked story focuses very specifically on the newsboys and their plight. We also are given a new number for Medda Larkin and even a musical number by Pulitzer and his staff.

The two most impressive aspects of this show are the choreography and the set. Christopher Gattelli’s dance numbers featuring these young men is breathtaking. Instead of boring set changes during blackouts, the newsboys have musical interludes in which they dance while the set is changing. The boys are completely in sync and their abilities rival Broadway dance lines.

Standing out among the rest, Ryan Steele wows with

his perfect technique and nearly inhuman flexibility. Not only do we get fantastic dancing throughout the show but a tap number to “King of New York” is the icing on the cake.

Complimenting the choreography, the set works in multiple ways to accentuate the story. Projecting headlines, drawings, a typewriter and even the Brooklyn Bridge gives the tale dimension. The set is mostly composed of two rotating scaffold towers with retractable screens that open and close when needed to give the audience a sense of the fire escapes and skyscrapers of New York. Even in the back row, the set allows theatre patrons to be engaged fully in a late-1800s New York City.

Overall, the show is worth seeing. If you miss it this time, however, you may just have another chance to catch it as rumors bubble that it will be heading to Broadway. Of course, the campy Disney musical atmosphere is still there, but thanks to a cast of relatable male characters, this production is worth every second.

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Are Any Politicians Honest?

“Ides of March” is a cynical picture Ken Macri Staff Writer “The Ides of March” spares no expense when it alludes to the disguised corruption within our political system.

George Clooney directed the film that presents politicians and their advisors in an antagonistic fashion, as they rely not on the integrity and dignity they preach, but upon self-assurance and deception.

Another virtue that is berated throughout the film is loyalty, something each character falls victim to. Running an American campaign is cutthroat and potentially soul crushing, sucking the inspiration out and filling the void with animosity. Although, this is something most Americans already know about their politicians and the hoax otherwise known as their campaigns.

The movie revolves around the Democratic primary, rarely acknowleding the Republicans because, quite frankly, they doesn’t need to. The feelings towards the Republicans are mutual among all Democrats, and Clooney works within a structure solely comprised of competing Democrats.

The main character is Stephen Meyers (Ryan Gosling), an experienced young man working under Governor Mike Morris (Clooney) who is belittled to the point of having to lie for a living. Meyers is not a realist, but a self-reliant individual who is the only one not already compromised at the start of the film.

Philip Seymour Hoffman plays Paul Zara, Morris’ campaign manager who has quite a temper. Zara is working against Tom Duffy (Paul Giamatti), the campaign manager of Sen. Pullman, the man running against Morris. The scene between Hoffman and Giamatti stands

Ryan Gosling delivers another solid performance in “Ides of March.”

out as a result of the corruption and animosity between them. They both show fake remorse in their eventual betrayal of Meyers, something which is typical for any politician these days, as dishonesty is simply part of the job description.

Duplicity has its consequences, however, and those consequences are demonstrated perfectly in an intense scene featuring Morris and Meyers towards the climax of the film. “The Ides of March” is well scripted, as it starts out

slow, but becomes more and more complex and aggressive as the film plays out. Not only does it become more complex but it becomes more real, and this realism emerges to become a central theme in the film. We know how politicians act, and we know how crude they can be. Clooney’s film simply reminds us of this fact and reinforces it.

The major strength of the film is in its acting, which adds a refreshingly real sense of believability to the

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film. “The Ides of March” is based on a cynical political stage drama called “Farragut North,” and everything this movie suggests about political idealism is well received.

If you can’t make it to the theater to see the message this film is trying to convey, you can always just turn on your television. The theme of deception will never go out of style.

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Is Hip-Hop Still Dead?

BET Hip-Hop Awards say no Rashard Bradshaw Staff Writer In 2009, Jay Z, one of Hip Hop’s most prominent figures released a track called D.O.A. (Death of Auto-Tune) which took obvious jabs at T-Pain, a much younger Hip Hop artist. Jay Z was pointing out an issue he had with TPain’s use of the auto-tune effect on his vocals. This continued a clash that began three years prior with the release of Nas’ 8th studio album Hip Hop is Dead.

This battle, the clash between “old” and “new” has been a reoccurring issue since Hip Hop began. Many avid listeners believe that Hip Hop is becoming too commercial while others were unfazed by the evolution of the art form.

This caused a major divide within listeners. Suddenly it’s wasn’t a question of whether or not you liked Hip Hop but when you liked Hip Hop. Some even feared that the golden age of the MC had come to a close and would never return.

The BET network aired the 2011 BET Hip Hop Awards on Oct. 11. This award show, unlike any other award show honors both the pioneers as well as the newcomers in the industry.

There have been a slew of new faces trying to prove that they have what it take to be the next big thing in music and for one night they share the same stage with the same individuals who paved the way for them. Hosted by the comedian Mike Epps the show was star studded and had cameos by Hip Hop heavy hitters Erykah Badu, DMX, Da Brat, Nelly, Busta Rhymes and TI. Some more modern acts in attendance included Wiz Khalifah, Roscoe Dash, Rick Ross, DJ khaled, Big Sean and Lupe Fiasco. Even with the long list of big names that were seated and performed on stage overall

Cyphers featuring Chris Brown, Tyga, Ace Hood and a host of other stole the night

I was not too pleased with the show.

I was definitely not entertained by many of the acts which lacked the excitement that was so fluid in older award shows. However, I was genuinely interested in the mini cyphers that were aired during each break that debuted some familiar and not so familiar talent.

A cypher is formed when a group of MCs get together to recite rap verses for fun or to gain respect from other MC’s. One of my favorite cyphers included Eminem, Joe Budden and Yelawolf. I really enjoyed the fact that BET showed cyphers during the award show because it really bridged the gap between the old and new since cyphers are rarely seen now a days. I also liked that they mixed older rappers with

younger ones which showed unity and mutual respect between generations.

Hip Hop legend Heavy D definitely deserved best performance of the night. His medley that included his famous hit “Now That We Found Love” was entertaining and brought back the swag of Hip Hop that many miss with a touch of new school flavor.

The list of nominees and winners were too predictable, and I found myself getting up for snacks during that time instead of during commercial breaks. I was happy that BET honored LL Cool J for his contribution to Hip Hop with the BET I Am Hip Hop award. LL Cool J is definitely a staple in Hip Hop and even to this day is both relevant in highly respected so it was well deserved.

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What made this award show so interesting, even with the lackluster performances and awards, was the fact that they displayed just how amazing Hip Hop was and still is. Regardless if you like what’s on the radio or miss those older tracks that are now labeled throwbacks Hip Hop and Rap music is defiantly not going away.

From Nicki Minaj to Odd Future, Hip Hop is no longer stuck in the cookie cutter mold of gangster lifestyles and extensive word play of the 90s.

Many are not buying into this new brand of Hip Hop, but life any art form Hip Hop will constantly change with the times. So no, Hip Hop is not dead. She just got a facelift.

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ball three times in a four-play span.

The first two were quarterback draws up the middle that were nearly turned over as he was being tackled. The third fumble of that drive was not his fault, he was sacked from behind with his arm in motion. The hit was monstrous and could be heard anywhere in the stadium.

Though it didn’t lead to any points, it came at the end of the second half with the Red Hawks in prime position to add at least a field goal before halftime.

“Tommy [Fischer] has two small fractures,” Giancola informed me, “and he is out indefinitely.”

When asked how Cathey is doing in preparation for his next game, Giancola said, “He and Tom have been very close over the last two years, they’ve been working very closely together.”

Cortland State had crept back after two nice offensive drives and beautiful passes by quarterback Dan Pitcher made the game 31-28.

With roughly 12 minutes left in the game Cathey held the ball out too long on what appeared to be a play-action play. The ball was put into D’Andrea’s body and fumbled again. Momentum was starting to sway towards the Red Dragons but after a 28-yard field goal it was still a tied game.

The next drive, however, seemed to bury the Red Hawks. Cathey was sacked in the end zone for a safety, the offensive line looked bad and the receivers were all well-covered; it was either go down or let Cortland score six points.

Cortland State’s sideline and fans were going crazy and within a few minutes the energy that made the stands rumble for Montclair had been sucked to the opposing side.

Cortland State scored 19 unanswered points in the second half, capping it off with a safety and a 33-31 lead with less

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Tom Fisher being treated by medical staff after leaving game due to injury on Saturday. He suffered two small fractures and is out indefinitely. than four minutes to play.

Montclair State, which was quiet nearly the entire second half, with Fischer out, came back on the ensuing drive to kick the eventual game-winning 32-yard field goal.

After a key defensive hold for Montclair, the team got the ball back with just over three to play and only a field goal to put

them ahead.

The drive started and things looked a little bleak; promise wasn’t showing itself in the second half for Montclair. Then, a 41-yard strike to Gerald Silvera put the Red Hawks in field goal range.

After a few plays of clock and field management senior kicker DelVento, who had missed earlier in the fourth quarter after

his kick was blocked, executed a perfect 32-yard field goal to put Montclair back up 34-33.

Cortland had one final chance to go ahead but couldn’t go up the field as they turned the ball over on downs.

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Junior quarterback Drew Cathey stepped in on Saturday after starting QB Tom Fisher’s injury. Cathey threw for 106 yards in his 2011 debut.

MSU Ice Hockey Wins League Opener Steve Ricci Staff Writer

The Red Hawks hit the ice again on Sunday, Oct. 9 to face off against a strong Marist College in their first Super East League game of the season.

It wasn’t a pretty one, but the Hawks came out on top with a final score of 6-5.

The team was battling the flu all week long and even had two game day scratches from freshman Mike Philpot and sophomore Rich Latta, who didn’t travel with the team on Sunday.

Freshman Albert Abaunza scored the first goal of the game and his second of the season for the Red Hawks.

Montclair State University started strong but the momentum quickly shifted to Marist after a turnover by assistant captain

John Tully would give Marist its first goal. Another turnover by freshman Dylan Devereux gave Marist a 2-on-1 going into the offensive zone led to another goal and a 2-1 lead.

After working on the penalty kill at practice Thursday, the Red Hawks gave up a power play goal to Marist, giving them the advantage 3-1. Freshman Joe Redmon cut the deficit to 3-2 with his first goal of his Red Hawk career.

That score would hold up going into the first intermission.

“It’s not the way you want to start a game, but I will give our players credit. They battled for 60 minutes,” head coach Frank Barone said.

Junior Cody Inglis tied the game up at three with his first goal of the season early in the second period.

Marist put the pressure on again

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scoring two unanswered goals to take a 5-3 lead, one of those goals coming shorthanded, which took the momentum right out from under the Red Hawks’ skates.

“Shorthanded goals against are a killer, they are goals that shouldn’t happen and can ruin any momentum you have,” Barone said.

The Red Hawks looked as if this game were over but a power play goal from Inglis for his second of the game and a redirection goal off Tully’s stick tied the game at five.

Sophomore Nick Lieback scored the game-winning goal for the Red Hawks, ripping a slap shot from the point that went in and out of the net before the goalie could even react to it.

The Red Hawks will face-off against Marist again Saturday, Oct. 15 at 9:15 p.m. at Floyd Hall Arena as they look to take both games of the home and away series.

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Local Athlete Finds His Way Home Sophomore Dan Mendoza returns to his New Jersey roots to play for MSU Josh Sternlieb Staff Writer

It’s the dream that every high school athlete has and for Hackensack’s Dan Mendoza, his dream was no different.

While a senior at Hackensack High School, Mendoza built a fine high school resume in which he earned First-Team All-State and All-American honorable mention to garner some interest from Division I schools.

“I let the idea of playing at a Division I program pull me away,” said Mendoza, who chose Division I Loyola University over other D-I schools Seton Hall, American University and D-III Montclair State.

Mendoza learned quickly that Loyola was not the place for him and turned his attention to MSU. “I felt at home with Montclair,” Mendoza said. “I had a good connection with the coach at the time and he always told me that I had a place if I wanted to come.”

Mendoza transferred to Montclair last season and as a freshman, saw immediate success as an athlete. He started all 22 games and led the team in both goals (8) and assists (8). His performance on the field earned him awards for Second-Team All-NJAC, Lycoming Kickoff Classic All-Tournament Team, Mayor’s Cup Tournament Offensive Most Valuable Player and Mayor’s Cup AllTournament Team.

However, not every success came easy for Mendoza. Being a freshman Division I transfer, Mendoza found trouble gaining respect from an already-successful MSU soccer team.

“No upperclass teammate wants a kid on their team who isn’t determined, or doesn’t play hard,” Mendoza explained. “I had to show that I would work hard not only for myself but for the school name on the shirt and for the rest of the guys on the team.”

Mendoza’s hard work cannot be questioned. This is evident in his being named one of the captains this year for the team.

Mendoza knows there is more responsibility as a captain and he’s up for the task.

“I want to be a good captain that everyone can follow and one that wants to be a leader,” Mendoza said. “I find

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Mendoza edging past defender in a game against C.C.N.Y earlier this month. Mendoza had two goals in the contest. myself working that much harder not only for myself but for the guys on the team. I was made captain for a reason and I have to keep that mentality going for all new and current players so they can strive for the same too.”

Although Mendoza may be the star of the team, he is quick to point out that his teammates inspire him. “No matter what situation I am in, captain or not, I always learn from the guys on the team.

Even leaders need to follow sometimes,”

Mendoza said. “I am a captain not only because of hard work and dedication but because the guys on the team helped me get there.”

Mendoza has the Red Hawks flying high. They are 9-2-2 and he leads the team with 13 goals and has added one assist. The Red Hawks are currently in second place in the NJAC and have won six out of their last seven games.

Mendoza doesn’t know what the future holds for him. He is currently a physical

education major but would like to pursue a professional soccer career.

“I always speak about it to my coaches and family and they tell me to keep my head up and keep moving forward,” Mendoza said of his professional soccer dream. “If I keep working hard, anything could happen.”

Professional soccer and teaching can be put on hold for now because right now, Dan Mendoza is living his new dream: leading the Montclair State Red Hawks.

Men’s Soccer Falls to Top-Ranked Rutgers-Camden Red Hawks fall to NJAC leader after winning six straight Nick Verhagen Assistant Sports Editor

The MSU men’s soccer team played a solid game of soccer but lost to the conference leading Raptors of Rutgers-Camden.

The loss stopped the Red Hawks’ win streak at six games.

The game was bound to be a big one as two of the top three teams in the NJAC played each other. Both teams knew who they were going against and neither backed down.

From the start of the match, the game reached a fast pace on both sides of the ball. MSU took the first shot of the game just over five minutes in.

MSU played a very aggressive first half. The Red Hawks shot the ball a total of seven times. Three of their shots were saved and one hit off the post during a very strong seven minutes of play that almost gave the Red Hawks an early 1-0 lead.

Even though the aggression almost gave MSU the lead, it also hindered their performance. The Red Hawks tallied an outstanding nine fouls in the first half.

The second half saw the performance of the teams completely switch. Compared to their overly aggressive first half, MSU had numbers that would show a cleaner, more conservative second half.

The Red Hawks took almost the same amount of shots, taking only one less than in the first half. Along with the decrease in shots taken, the Red Hawks cut their foul count in half, committing only four fouls.

The Raptors stepped up after halftime

as well and caught the Red Hawks off guard. The Raptors took nine shots in the second half, three more than in the first.

The Raptors also almost doubled their foul count for the half.

The Raptors fouled the Red Hawks five times in the first half and eight times in the second.

The first goal of the game was not scored until the 63rd minute by junior midfielder Zak Piccoline to give the Raptors a 1-0. The goal marked Picoline’s first goal of the season.

That first goal started what would end a very exciting six minutes of soccer. Not even two minutes later, MSU tied the game at 1-1 thanks to a goal by freshman forward Brian Cullen.

Just as things started to look good for MSU, the Raptors came back with a go-ahead goal a mere four minutes later credited to freshman midfielder Joe Auleta.

The Raptors sealed the deal and struck the final blow in the 78th minute with a goal by sophomore defender Bobby Foster. The Red Hawks were unable to come back from the two-point deficit and the final whistle blew with the Raptors up 3-1.

The Red Hawks went back to action on Wednesday against Kean University.

Thanks to a sudden surge of offense in the 60th minute, MSU beat Kean 4-1.

The game was tied 1-1 going into the 59th minute but 60 minutes in, something got into the Red Hawk offense.

Cullen, senior defender Mike Rudden and senior midfielder Sean Pauls scored three straight goals within a five-minute period.

The Red Hawks will play New Jersey City on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 12 p.m.

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Mendoza fighting for the ball in last week’s match up. The Red Hawks are now ranked second in NJAC.

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Women’s Soccer Wins Fourth Straight Ryan Fanning Staff Writer

The Montclair State women’s soccer team picked up a big win as they edged out Richard Stockton College 2-1 this past Saturday. The win makes it four in a row and gives the Red Hawks an 8-4 record on the season. The team has now surpassed their win total from last year with six more games to go.

Their eighth win now gives the team a 4-2 record in the New Jersey Athletic Conference and moves them into third place in the conference. The win also marks the first time since 2006 that the team has won against the Richard Stockton women’s team.

After a scoreless half where the Ospreys controlled most of the possession, freshman forward Francesca Gibson scored at the 51:24 mark giving the Red Hawks a 1-0 lead and her ninth goal of

the season.

Minutes later, the Ospreys answered back with a goal of their own quickly erasing the Red Hawks’ lead.

As the game reached the 65-minute mark, junior forward Rachel Senyszyn scored what would be the game winner to a close game on the road.

“I knew their defense was having trouble keeping up with our forwards the whole game, I’m just glad I was able to break away and make my shot count,” said Senyszyn, who was also named the NJAC Women’s Offensive Player of the Week, having scored the game winner in the Red Hawk’s last two victories.

Montclair was also backed by great goal keeping from another of the team’s starting freshman, Gina Policastro, who made four saves against the Ospreys in route to her seventh win of the season.

“To go down there and get a win on the road means a lot for our team,” said coach Pat Naughter, who is in his second season as head coach of the women’s

team.

Montclair’s success this season may have something to do with the combined efforts of both the younger and more senior players, who have created a dynamic capable of devastating their opponent.

“We’ve had a ton of turnover on our roster this year,” said Naughter, who started eight freshmen and played two more throughout the game on Saturday.

“We have a bunch of young kids who are here and ready to play, and we want them to work hard but it’s also been the older kids stepping up when the game is on the line that has been a difference maker,” said Naughter.

Montclair looked to defend its thirdplace rank against Kean Wednesday night but ended with a draw in double overtime. The game serves as a stepping stone to other NJAC rival as they prepare to face a first-place TCNJ team at home this upcoming Saturday. The game is set for 1 p.m. at Soccer Park.

rival Rowan. “It’s always big to get a conference win on the road, especially at Rowan,” she said.

MSU continued its road trip with a 7-1 win at Susquehanna on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at 7 p.m.

The game did not start off very well for the Red Hawks. Susquehanna scored the first goal of the match within the first two minutes, giving the Crusaders a 1-0 lead.

That one goal was very loud wake-up call for the Red Hawks. After the goal, MSU scored three straight goals within four minutes.

McNamara scored her 11th and 12th goals and sophomore forward Brittany

Carroll scored her 12th goal to give the Red Hawks a 3-1 lead.

The second half was not much different from the first. MSU continued a ruthless attack on the Susquehanna defense up until the final whistle.

The Red Hawks scored four more goals while allowing the Crusaders to only take four more shots.

McNamara scored her third goal of the game in the 47th minute. The goal not only gave McNamara her 13th goal of the season but it also gave her the infamous hat-trick.

The Red Hawks will play division rival TCNJ this Saturday at 12 p.m. at Sprague Field.

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work cut out for them as well, as the Red Hawks remain undefeated at 13-0 and are starting to turn some heads in the NJAC and national championship picture.

Hagel finished the game with two goals, making this her third two-goal game of the season. Tafro also contributed a goal in the Red Hawks’ winning effort. Hullings recorded two assists with McNamara adding an assist as well.

Rowan took 11 shots in the game but only forced goalie Megan Bosland to make one save to record her fifth shutout of the season.

Coach Beth Gottung is very pleased with the victory over tough conference

Who’s Hot This Week Jake DelVento Kicker — Football DelVento made two field goals, including the gamewinner with 1:16 left, and four extra points in an exhilarating 34-33 victory over Cortland State. DelVento avenged his missed game-winning field goal last season in a 10-9 defeat to Cortland State. DelVento was named NJAC Special Teams Player of the Week.

Rachel Senyszyn Forward — Women’s Soccer Senyszyn scored both game-winning goals this week for the Red Hawks. She scored the first goal in a 8-0 victory against CCNY and the second goal in a 2-1 victory against Richard Stockton. Senyszyn was named NJAC Women’s Soccer Offensive Player of the Week.

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Overall 9-1-0 8-3-0 8-4-0 11 - 3 - 0 6-5-2 3-7-2 3-7-0 4 - 10 - 0 0-9-1

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Game of the Week Field Hockey Saturday, Oct. 15, 11 a.m. vs. TCNJ Sprague Field Montclair State hosts NJAC rival TCNJ this Saturday in the biggest match up so far this season.

The sixth-ranked Lions will be up against our own seventh-ranked Red Hawks.

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Road to Redemption

Del Vento kicks game-winning field goal in final minutes

Senior Chris D’Andrea hurdling over teammates as he breaks through defenders for a seven-yard touchdown.

Jay Hrina Assistant Sports Editor

Montclair State defeated Cortland State 34-33 in an emotional, gut-wrenching win in which senior quaterback Tom Fisher suffered a season ending injury.

“It was a strange game,” coach Rick Giancola said, “I thought going into it [it]

would be the same as last year.” A lowscoring, defensive driven game turned out to be the complete opposite as the first four possessions all led to touchdowns.

The Red Hawks played a tight game against Cortland State last year, losing their only 2010 regular season game to them 10-9. Montclair had a chance to

beat Cortland in a situation eerily similar to the one that took place this game.

Jack DelVento missed a field goal that would have given Montclair the victory last year.

Montclair had a comfortable lead after a huge 60-yard touchdown run by Chris D’Andrea early in the second half made it 31-14, but poor ball handling and offen-

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sive mediocrity brought Cortland State back in the game.

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Red Hawks Remain Undefeated MSU rolls past opponents in unprecedented fashion Nick Patriarca Staff Writer

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Freshman forward Emily Burd passing to a teammate in a match-up against Alvernia earlier in the month.

The seventh-ranked Red Hawks field hockey team maintained its unblemished record with a 3-0 road win over the 16thranked Rowan Profs on Saturday. The Red Hawks improve to 13-0 overall and 3-0 in the conference with the victory, their first over Rowan since 2006.

Midfielder Michelle Hagel opened the scoring early for the Red Hawks with a goal just over two minutes into the first half, putting the Red Hawks ahead 1-0. Sophomore Brooke Hullings provided the assist with a quick pass that Hagel knocked home for the first goal.

Sophomore Jennifer Tafro doubled the Montclair State lead minutes before halftime by converting a penalty stroke.

Building on their two-goal halftime lead, the Red Hawks continued to play aggressively and held the Profs scoreless.

With 5:47 remaining in the game, Hagel ended all Rowan hopes for a comeback with a well-placed shot into the lower left corner of the cage for her second goal, making the score 3-0 as it would stand.

Hullings and Devin McNamara provided the assists on the game-clinching goal from a penalty corner.

Hagel finished the game with two goals, making this her third two-goal game of the season. Tafro also contrib-

uted a goal in the Red Hawks’ winning effort. Hullings recorded two assists with McNamara adding an assist as well.

Rowan took 11 shots in the game but only forced goalie Megan Bosland to make one save to record her fifth shutout of the season.

Coach Beth Gottung is very pleased with the victory over tough conference rival Rowan. “It’s always big to get a conference win on the road, especially at Rowan,” she said.

The Red Hawks are now ranked seventh in the national coaches’ poll and will be on the road again as they face Susquehanna on Wednesday, Oct. 12 before a key conference matchup against The College of New Jersey at home this Saturday. TCNJ is 10-2 overall, 3-0 in the conference and his currently ranked sixth in the national coaches’ poll.

Coach Gottung is confident going into what will be the Red Hawks’ biggest game of the season thus far. “Our style matches very well with TCNJ, we prefer to play that style than Rowan’s style,” Gottung said.

The Red Hawks have not beaten TCNJ since 2005 and will have their work cut out for them as they face one of the top teams in the nation. Of course, that’s not to say that TCNJ doesn’t have their Field Hockey Continued on Page 23