Volume 2 • Issue 5
A Student Life & Leadership Development Publication for the Kean University Student Community October 3, 2005
Students Get Involved At Kean’s Campus Awareness Festival! By Jen Bissu, Senior Features Editor
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he University Center bustled with activity at the 24th Annual Campus Awareness Festival. The revelry this year had two focuses: celebrating Kean’s 150th Birthday and involvement! Freshmen had a great time meeting people and learning about different ways they can get involved on campus. Each freshman student set out with a map that they had to get stamped to show they had visited all the stops. It was a great way to expose Kean’s new students to all the ways they can make the most of their college experience.
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Sierra DeMarco, junior Business Management Science major, reads The Cougar’s Byte to find out about different events on campus and all the activities Kean students get involved in. Get caught reading The Cougar’s Byte and get your picture prominently displayed on the front page.
In the Pre-Function lobby, event workers invited students to indulge in free cupcakes and notepads. Across the hall, the Greek Lounge was the place to go to find out about cultural groups on campus, and one of these groups, the Association of Latin American Students (ALAS), won the themed group contest! There was great commotion in the Atrium while students investigated various departments and their programs. Several fraternities and sororities had tables set up along the corridor of the University Center’s second floor. They showed photo albums documenting all the fun they have together, and presented gifts to students who signed up. Students could roam through UC 228 to learn about the various SEE ‘AWARENESS’ ON PAGE 5
Scout and Sage, Stars Of Kean Day By Kaitlyn Davies, Staff Writer
Rich Lemonie | The Cougar’s Byte Students enjoyed gathering information on all the opportunities for involvement at Kean University presented at the 2005 Campus Awareness Festival.
What Does Your Cell Phone Say About You? By Rajul Punjabi, Senior Diversity Editor
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tudents, faculty, and guests were blessed with gorgeous weather last Saturday, as they gathered at the Turtle Back Zoo in West Orange to celebrate Kean Day. The event was sponsored by the Council of Part Time students and hosted by Tara Higgins, the professional President of CPTS. The most highly anticipated guests, Scout and Sage, were also present – for those who don’t know, they are Kean’s official school mascots. The two cougars seemed to be enjoying all the sunshine as well, basking in the attention of all the Kean visitors.
hese days, cell phones are like an extension of people’s hands; we just can’t do without them. They aren’t just for phone calls anymore – we use them to schedule, to plan, to text and to take pictures. It seems like soon, everything you need to accomplish will be done right on your cell phone. But is it just college students with this obsession, or is the whole world dial-dependent? And there are so many different kinds of phones – how do people choose which is the right one for them? Since we all have our own cellular style, take this quiz and then log on to The Cougar’s Byte Online to find out what your phone says about you. SEE ‘CELL PHONE’ ON PAGE 3
Spotlight On The Pan African Student Union By Ashante S. Barnes, Staff Writer
The Cougar’s Byte (top) Scout lies down in the shade and takes a break from playing soccer. (left) Sage walks over to see what all the fuss is about.
Who would’ve thought our University was so animal friendly? It turns out that Kean “adopted” these two playful cougars – they present the Turtle Back Zoo with a check each year for the cougars’ food, care, and any other expenses that come up concerning their wellbeing. The day started off as Janice Murray-Laury, Vice President of Student Affairs, greeted the audience and introduced Helen Baltimore, a member of the board of trustees, who would speak in place of Dr. Farahi, who could not make it to the event. Ms. Murray-Laury also elaborated on Kean University’s long-term relationship with the Turtle Back Zoo how important good connections are – they are the key to making big things happen! Our outstanding men’s soccer team was in attendance, as well; they donated soccer balls which SEE ‘ZOO’ ON PAGE 4
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he Pan-African Student Union (P.A.S.U.) is dedicated to the needs and interest of PanAfrican Students at Kean University. With the word “Pan” meaning all, this union services Africans from the Caribbean, Haiti, Latin America, and all other students of the Diaspora. We try to service and serve as a voice of the Pan-African students in all aspects. Including: providing an environment that allows academic skills to grow
Rich Lemonie | The Cougar’s Byte (l-r) Pan-African Student Union President Sharetta Harrington with Falose Andre. SEE ‘PASU’ ON PAGE 4
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Kean University Office of Student Life & Leadership Development University Center, Room 215 1000 Morris Avenue Union, NJ 07083 (908) 737-5179 cbyte@kean.edu The Cougar’s Byte is a weekly Student Life & Leadership Development newsletter where you will find up to the minute information on all things related to student life at Kean University. Published Mondays during the regular academic year, 3000 copies are distributed free of charge at more than 15 campus locations. The content from the print-based weekly is combined with that of special content targeted for The Cougar’s Byte online edition at www.cougarsbyte.com. The Cougar’s Byte is available at the following campus locations: University Center Atrium; Student Life and Leadership Development Office, UC219; Center for Academic Success Atrium; Townsend Hall, 1st floor Reception Area; Bruce Hall 1st and 2nd floor Lounge Areas; Science Building, 1st floor Sitting Area; New Academic Building, 1st floor Lounge; Hutchinson Hall 1st, 2nd and 3rd floor Lobbies; Willis Hall 1st floor Lounge; and Vaughn Eames Lobby. The Cougar’s Byte welcomes Letters to the Editor, calendar events, event news and information, articles, story ideas, artwork and digital photo submissions. To learn more about our publishing policy visit www.cougarsbyte.com. Associate Editor Scott Snowden Assistant Editor Laura Pointon Arts Rochelle Trotman, Editor Diversity Rajul Punjabi, Senior Editor Features Jen Bissu, Senior Editor Staff Writers Ashante Barnes Angela Barrett Kaitlyn Davies Katrina Manzano Irene Murema Jennifer Rubino Multimedia Editor Rich Lemonie Circulation Manager Ryan Matthews Student Media Managing Editor Toni M. Cerbo
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The Nathan Weiss Graduate College will host the 3rd annual 5K race on Saturday, October 15. The race/walk will kick off at 9:30 a.m. with registration beginning at 8 a.m. in the Visitor’s Parking Circle. The first 150 registrants will receive a t-shirt. Awards will be presented to the winners. Homecoming festivities will follow the awards presentation. All proceeds from the 5K benefit graduate student scholarships. Applications can be picked up in Townsend Hall, Rooms 126 and 128 or click on the homecoming link on the Kean Web site. Join us for a healthy, fun day that is for a good cause. If you need additional information, please contact Judy April at 908-737-3356 or japril@kean.edu.
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Gubernatorial Candidates Support Higher Education By Scott Snowden, Associate Editor
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ne thing is certain, whoever wins the New Jersey gubernatorial election on November 8, Kean University and the other state institutions are in good hands. On Monday, September 19, 2005, Chimaobi Odumuko, Scott Snowden and Michael Yakubov represented Kean University joining over one hundred other university presidents, trustees and student leaders at the New Jersey Presidents’ Council’s Higher Education Gubernatorial Candidates Forum hosted by The College of New Jersey. Gubernatorial candidates Senator Jon Corzine, the Democratic nominee, and Douglas Forrester, the Republican nominee, who were not present for each others remarks, gave opening statements followed by a question and answer session moderated by Kent Manahan of NJN News.
“There is nothing more important to society than how we educate our young men and women.”
Corzine, the Democratic hopeful for governor, was born and raised in central Illinois where his father sold insurance and his mother taught public school. After earning his ~ Senator Jon Corzine MBA from the University of Chicago in 1973, Corzine moved to New Jersey in 1975 and began working for Goldman Sachs, where he ultimately climbed the corporate ladder becoming CEO and Chairman. In 2000, Corzine was elected to serve in the United States Senate representing New Jersey.
With New Jersey’s colleges and universities being overwhelmed with the influx of graduating high school seniors, many of the questions asked focused on keeping tuition and fees at a minimum for New Jersey’s students. Although Kean University remains the most affordable public state university in New Jersey, over half of the total cost of attendance comes from the student. Historically in New Jersey, the state government paid for approximately sixty-percent of the costs of attendance. The costs of expansion have led to the increases in tuition across the state. Corzine acknowledged the fact that tuition has been on a steady increase since the 1960s when he went to college in Illinois where he paid $225 per semester. Both Corzine and Forrester agree that higher education must be accessible to all willing to receive it. To make that possible, they propose a revamping and expansion of financial aid packages and tuition aid grants. Forrester proclaimed that “financial aid should not stop any student from receiving the highest level of education.”
Forrester, In addition to who currently how they feel resides in West on making Windsor, NJ higher education with his family, accessible, the has lived in two candidates New Jersey for agree that they over 30 thirty will elevate years. Forrester, the Higher who earned a Education philosophy and Commission to government cabinet level, degree from however their Harvard and approach to a master’s restructuring degree from the Commission the Princeton differs slightly. Theological Both, Corzine Seminary, and Forrester, served New plan to bring Jersey as a corporate Scott Snowden | The Cougar’s Byte Assistant approach to how (left) Democratic nominee, Senator Jon Corzine. (right) Rupublican nominee, Doug Forrester. Treasurer they will run under former the “business of Governor Thomas Kean before later serving as New Jersey’s Pension education” in New Jersey. The candidates not only plan to retain New Director. Forrester has also served as mayor of West Windsor and in Jersey residents in the state higher education system, but also attract out2002, Forrester was the Republican candidate for the United States of-state students. Senate. With over 380,000 students enrolled in institutions of higher education When asked where they in New Jersey, New Jersey ranks third in all states with full-time see the purpose of higher undergraduate students receiving state need-based grants. The Governor education in our society, of New Jersey is very instrumental in the direction of higher education Forrester explained just in the state and whoever is sitting in the Governor’s chair come January, “Education is a lifehow critical “higher students are dependent on his support and everyone else’s from Trenton. education is for all the long enterprise. things we produce in New The election to decide the 52nd Governor of New Jersey, as well as the Education is the heart Jersey. Higher education entire State Assembly, will take place on Tuesday, November 8, 2005. is essential to make the The deadline to register to vote in the upcoming election is Tuesday, of who we are.” American dream come October 11. Students who will not be able to make it to the polls on true.” Corzine believes Election Day can file for an absentee ballot and vote by mail. For more ~ Douglas Forrester that higher education information about voting by absentee ballot, please contact your local “defines who we are county clerk’s office. To obtain a voter registration form, please visit as individuals” and “prepares us with the skills needed to play a http://www.kean.edu/voterforms.html. meaningful role in building our communities.” Corzine expressed “there is nothing more important to society than how we educate our Scott Snowden, senior double major in Public Administration and History, is a young men and women.” member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.
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Alumni Association Invites You To Homecoming Courtesy of Kean University Alumni Association
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n behalf of the Kean University Alumni Association, I would like to welcome you to another exciting academic year and cordially invite you to attend Homecoming Weekend which is being held on October 14-15, across campus. As you’re aware, Kean is in the midst of celebrating its 150th birthday, and keeping with this sprit, the theme for Homecoming 2005 is “Celebrating 150 Years of Memories.” The fun-filled weekend begins with a Pep Rally in Alumni Stadium on Friday evening at 6 p.m. Come and show support for your fellow student-athletes as they prepare to compete with their opponents. In addition to numerous fan giveaways, there will be a fireworks display that I guarantee will rival virtually any production that you may have seen over the summer! Your attendance at the Pep Rally is very important because it really gives everybody a great sense of school sprit and boosts the athletes’ level of intensity. Oh, and did I mention the fireworks? Saturday will kick off with the Nathan Weiss Graduate College 5K Race/Walk at 9:30 a.m. (registration at 8 a.m.), in the Visitor’s Circle, Green Lane Entrance. Prizes are available in a number of categories, so try your luck, get some exercise, and maybe even earn an award! Of course, one of the “main events” that makes
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every Homecoming so unique and memorable is the Tailgate Picnic component, which will be open to participants at 11 a.m. in the parking lot of the newly-completed Harwood Arena. I encourage you to think about what you most remember and/or have learned about the past 150 years (fashion, entertainment, sports, historic events, etc.) and build them into your picnic theme. As always, we will be awarding prizes to the most original and clever ones. Please also be aware that there is one vehicle allowed per picnic, and alcohol is not permitted. Throughout the day, you will be able to root for the athletic teams including men’s soccer, women’s volleyball and of course the football team, which will be seeking yet another victory - so again please come out and show your Kean pride at all of the games! Also, in recognition of our 150th, the Alumni Association is going to buy a big birthday cake and adorn it with 150 candles, which can be purchased for a $25 scholarship donation to the Kean University Foundation. Thank you, and I look forward to seeing each of you at Homecoming! Sincerely, Ed Esposito, President Kean University Alumni Association
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$cholarships Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad Scholarships Are you a NJ Certified EMT? Is Your GPA 2.5 or above? Do you need $2500 in Scholarship Money? If you answered YES to these 3 questions, the Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad Needs YOU!!! A renewable $2,500 annual scholarship is available to Kean students who are New Jersey certified EMTs and have a GPA of 2.5 or above.Help a great community organization while earning money towards your tuition. It’s a win-win situation!!! Recipients of the scholarship must commit to one duty shift of four hours per week for a calendar year. Recipients must also maintain their GPA and full-time enrollment to qualify each academic year. Contact Nina Sumilang, Scholarship Coordinator at (908)737-7053 or via email at nsumilan@kean.edu.
Dana Christmas Scholarship Applications and nominating forms available online at www.hesaa.org. For further information, contact Steven Tessitore at stessitore@hesaa.org or call (609) 588-2349. The statewide Dana Christmas Scholarship for Heroism honors the heroic deeds of up to five young New Jerseyans each year. Scholarship recipients will receive a one-time award of up to $10,000. To be eligible for award, recipients must be a New Jersey resident both at the time of the act of heroism and upon application. They must be 21 years of age or younger at the time of the heroic act, a US citizen or eligible non-citizen, and registered with the Selective Service if required. Application deadline is October 12, 2005.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund Applications available online at www.hsf.net. For more information email: info@hsf.net or call toll-free 1-(877) HSF-INFO. As the nation’s leading organization supporting Hispanic higher education, the Hispanic Scholarship Fund offers the College Scholarship Program to Hispanic American undergraduate and graduate students enrolled full-time in a degree-seeking program at a US accredited, Title-IV eligible institution in the US, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, or Guam. Application deadline is October 15, 2005.
Kauffman Dissertation Fellowship Program Rajul Punjabi | The Cougar’s Byte
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What is the display you see when you open your cell phone? A. Fishes or something – I can’t remember B. It changes a lot – today it’s a group picture of a bunch of my friends C. It’s something that makes me smile What do most people say to you when commenting on your cell phone? A. Wow - That’s retro B. Wow - I couldn’t have a phone like that – I’d be too afraid to lose it C. Wow – my phone is so much more scratched up than yours Don’t forget TO log on to The Cougar’s Byte Online to find out what your phone says about you.
Rajul Punjabi, senior English major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.
The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation will award up to fifteen Dissertation Fellowship grants of $15,000 to Ph.D., D.B.A. or other doctoral students for the support of dissertations in the area of entrepreneurship. For more information download the Request For Proposals at research.kauffman.org. Deadline is October 24, 2005.
Freedom Forum ncaa Sports Journalism Scholarship Applications available online at www.ncaa.org. For more information, contact Sports Journalism Scholarship Committee at (317) 917-6477. The Freedom Forum, in cooperation with the NCAA, is seeking scholarship applications from current full-time juniors with career goals in sports journalism, majors in journalism or experience in campus sports journalism. Eight $3000 scholarships will be awarded to assist applicants in their senior year of study.
AWS Foundation, Inc Scholarships Individual applications available online at www.aws.org/foundation/ For more information email nprado-pulido@aws.org or call 1 (800) 443-9353 ext 250. The AWS Foundation is dedicated to meeting the needs for education and research in the field of welding and related joining technologies. Building welding’s future through education. Deadline January 15, 2006.
Datatel Scholars Foundation Scholarships All applications must be submitted online at www.datatel.com/dsf. For more information email scholars@datatel.com or call 1 (800) 486-4332. The Datatel Scholars Foundation offers scholarships ranging in value from $1000 to $2500 to students attending eligible Datatel client institutions, such as Kean University. Application deadline January 31, 2006.
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and to strengthen leadership abilities by providing responsibility and status to our members. In conjunction with the Africana Studies Department and Concerned Black Personnel, we are the only organization that supports all Pan-African Students of Kean University — PASU.
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On September 26, at 3:30pm P.A.S.U. held their second meeting of the semester. The meeting lead by President Sharetta Harrington was very informative, discussing program ideas for the year including the annual “Rap Meets Poetry” and “Apollo Night”. The Director of Public Relations Darnell Mangan led the discussion, “can someone die from a broken heart”? After some laughter and chuckles from the audience, Darnell provided an example of elderly couples who was married for 52 years, the husband grew ill and eventually died. His wife was in such despair from her loss she died a few days later. The outcome to be learned was you may not literally die from a broken heart however; the stress of the loss may take a toll physically. Every week students can look forward to another topic of discussion led by an executive board member.
Jen Bissu | The Cougar’s Byte Tara Lewis and a friend admire the work.
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ere at Kean, we know that art lovers are not simply confined to the Fine Arts and Art History departments. All of our students are multi-faceted, with interests ranging from meteorology to metalworking, so the Fine Arts department is inviting all students, faculty and staff to come by the Vaughn Eames building this fall, to view “The Illustrated Image”, an exhibition of works on display in the James Howe Gallery. Fifteen acclaimed illustrators will be presenting samples from their fields, including comic book, comic strip, decorative, fantasy and newspaper works of art. Admission on this event is free, which is all the more reason to stop by and take a look when you have time before or after classes. This event will be curated by Johann Jocknowitz, a professor of Fine Arts at Kean who has been interested in bringing this exhibition to the University for many years. The Illustrated Image exhibition will be in the gallery until October 6th, so stop by if you are interested in checking out some great pieces from artists that have contributed to the changing world of illustration. For any other questions you might have, contact the department of Fine Arts at (908) 737-4400. Rajul Punjabi, senior English major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.
The executive board is comprised of Sharetta Harrington, President; Theodora Tribe, VP of Internal Affairs; Monica Bynum, VP of External Affairs; Kemy Clermont, Treasurer; Candace Woods, Sectary; Darnell Mangan, Director of Public Relations. PASU meets every Monday at 3:30pm in the University Center, room 228. Upcoming Annual Events includes Opening Dinner, Rap Meets Poetry, Apollo Night, and Annual Retreat. Ashante S. Barnes, junior Public Administration major with a minor in Training and Development, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.
On Sunday October 16, 2005 over 200 Kean University members will walk hand in hand in solidarity with community leaders, concerned citizens, and survivors of breast cancer. NOW is you chance to Make Strides in your own way! Start a Team The deadline to start a team has been extended to Friday October 5, 2005. Register today at www.acsevents.org/strides/nj/newark Fill out a team registration form at the Office of Residence Life Participate in the Walk Sign up to ride the bus with us to Military Park at the Office of Residence Life Free breakfast and lunch is provided Make a Donation Stop by our fundraising table in the University Center Atrium on either September 5, October 4, 5, 11, 12, or 13 from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM
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the cougars were very happy to play with. A representative from the soccer team expressed their enthusiasm in playing for Kean and its mascots. Council of Part Time Students’ President Eric Lamendola presented Tamara, a representative from the zoo, with a check for the care of the cougars. She gladly accepted the check on behalf of the zoo and threw the soccer balls, gifts of the soccer team, over the nets to the cougars. Scout and Sage excitedly accepted the gift, eager to show off their own soccer skills to everyone in the audience! Overall, everyone who attended thoroughly enjoyed their experience at the zoo. The representatives of the zoo graciously allowed us to show our Kean pride; there were flags, banners and balloons everywhere, for everyone to see that Kean University was present! Eventually, Sage and Scout become oblivious to what was going on around them, as they were fully immersed in their game of soccer.
The Cougar’s Byte (top left) Katie Lee of CPTS sells Cougar Care products. (top middle) Eric Lamendola presents Turtle Back Zoo representative, Tamara, with a check for Scout and Sage’s care. (top right) A member of the Men’s Soccer Team presents soccer balls for Scout and Sage to play with. (bottom far left) Scout climbs down to see all the action. (bottom left) Janice Murray-Laury addresses the crowd and introduces Trustee, Helen Baltimore.
The children seemed to especially enjoy the cougar’s antics; they’re faces lit up as they watched Scout trying to fetch the ball that had fallen into the water without getting himself wet. He did end up succeeding at his task! In the end, the day was a success for all and if you couldn’t make it this year you should go next year, because it will definitely be worth it. Kaitlyn Davies, freshman Political Science major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.
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funded & non-funded groups available at Kean; club and organization members handed out candy, free gifts, and information. There was a DJ spinning records at one table, and another group was even making “silly-putty” from scratch! So many fun activities were available at this year’s Campus Awareness Festival! Near the cafeteria a table was set up to make personalized “dog tags” with your photo and name on one side, and the phrase “Celebrate Involvement! Happy Birthday Kean!” on the other. At “Make Your Own Video,” students got down and funky, dancing and lip-synching onstage to today’s hits while the camera crew filmed them. Three girls: Krystina Miller, a sophomore Business major; Tami Walter, a sophomore Nursing major; and Johanna Dilone, a junior Graphic Communications major, all members of Kean Dance Theatre, gave an impressive performance of “Bootylicious” by Destiny’s Child, complete with choreography and all! But the excitement didn’t stop once you left the University Center! Outside the main entrance were two fun party games—a basketball hoop shooting game such as you would find at an arcade, and a huge 25-foot tall inflatable rock climbing pyramid called “Rocky Mountain,” painted to look like the Chrysler Building. Students got a chance to feel like King Kong as they scaled the heights of this famous skyscraper! Of course, they wore harnesses for safety. Several students climbing shouted down to their friends to take their picture with camera phones. Well, it’s not every day that you can come home from school and tell your parents, “Hey, guess what I did today at school—I climbed a skyscraper!” Kean’s 24th Annual Campus Awareness Festival was a huge success, and everyone had a wonderful time celebrating the involvement!
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Graduate Open House By Irene Murema, Staff Writer
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he Graduate Open House on Sunday, September 25, welcomed prospective students and provided a wealth of information about the Nathan Weiss Graduate College. At the University Center entrance, Kean University staff warmly received guests, and handed them information booklets including the events of the day and b a g s filled w i t h several handouts
Irene Murema | The Cougar’s Byte (top right) Joel Tomko soothes the crowd with cello music during Graduate Open House. (top left) Prospective students take a break to reflect on the information they received. (bottom left) Charlie Murphy and Judy April of the New Jersey Center for Science and Technology Education (NJCSTE) greet students at the Graduate Open House.
summarizing the various degree programs offered at Kean. Prospective students were able to speak with coordinators so that they could get information on the graduate programs in which they took interest. Information stands offered details on all 45 program options available at the Nathan Weiss Graduate College. The represented areas of study ranged from nursing, psychology and health services to political sciences, educational administration and biotechnology. The coordinators were very helpful, answered questions, and spent quality time giving guidance and advice on which degrees they should pursue to help them work towards their careers. Guests learned about the low tuition costs at the Nathan Weiss Graduate College as well as financial aid opportunities and graduate assistantships. Cello music filled the air and soothed guests as they went around gathering information from 1pm to 2pm. Then, anyone interested in theatrical performance was thrilled as they were entertained from 2pm to 3pm by students from the Signatures. They gave a marvelous performance providing sign language interpretations of the songs they danced to. Interesting activities including face painting and miniature pumpkin painting kept children amused and to add marvel to the event, delicious refreshments were in continuous supply throughout the day. Irene Murema, freshman Biology major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.
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PAW EVENTS AT KEAN UNIVERSITY WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2005 8:15-9:30 AM Bagels & Juice J Lobby 10:00-11:30 AM Cougar Pride Group Sign Up UC Atrium 12:00-1:30 PM Lunch Diversion Cougar’s Den
Literacy Volunteers Courtesy of Office of Residence Life The Office of Residence Life in partnership with Literacy Volunteers of Union County (LVU) is dedicated to stamping out illiteracy. LVU provides free tutoring for adults in the community who desperately want to learn how to read or learn to speak English. YOU CAN HELP BY BECOMING A LITERACY VOLUNTEER! One hour per week is all it takes to change someone’s life. No Experience Necessary! Training and Certification is Free! On-going tutor support provided! Call LVU at 908-518-0600 and Register NOW for an on-campus training and become a literacy volunteer today! On-campus training is October 11, 13, 18, 20 and November 8 & 10 in the University Center Greek Lounge at 6:00 PM.
Do You Have What It Takes To Be A Greek? By Angela Barrett, Staff Writer
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ean University’s campus has approximately 30 fraternities and sororities which are all very different. Some were founded as early as the late 1800’s while others are still fairly young, as new as 1992. They all range from being predominantly Latin, Caucasian, AfricanAmerican, to even multicultural- that’s one thing KU doesn’t lack- diversity. If you’re looking to join a sorority or fraternity it’s good to do research. Don’t join an organization because they happen to have your favorite colors or because their symbol/mascot is something that you adored since you were a little kid. Similar to being born into a family
don’t see what goes on behind the scenes, they see Greeks as being party people but it’s more to it than that. You get out of it what you put in”, stated Sophomore Frank Delvecchio Criminal Justice major, member of Sigma Theta Chi, Fraternity. “Perseverance is the main quality that you must have. Going through a process always changes you but the process is nothing compared to what the real world throws at you and being a Greek prepares for the real world’s obstacles”, said Junior Danielle Stradford, Graphic Communications major, member of Zeta Phi Beta, Sorority.
All events are FREE of charge.
3:00-6:00 PM UC FUN Kevin Hurley/Comedy Hypnotist UC Atrium 5:30-7:30 PM Merengue Dance Lessons UC 337A 8:00-10:00 PM Comedy Night Kevin Hurley/Comedy Hypnotist
Sponsored by: The Office of Student Life & Leadership Development, Graduate Student Government Association, University Center Administration, University Activities Board & Dining Services.
A Fond Farewell By Jen Bissu, Senior Feature Editor
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e all know that nobody is immortal. But it almost seemed like there would be an exception: Ruth Horowitz, alumna from the class of 1930. When she passed away on July 23 after a brief illness, it came as a great shock to everyone that knew her. This incredible woman was a prominent figure in the Kean community and in the education field as a whole—she was insatiably dedicated to helping others. “Ruth was the personification of the mission of Kean University - committed to opportunity, excellence and public service,” declares President Dawood Farahi. Education was always precious to Mrs. Horowitz. She had to fight for her own education—her family didn’t have much money, and she wanted very badly to attend college. She succeeded in winning scholarships from Kean University (which at the time was the Normal School in Newark) to pay for her schooling. But arranging transportation to school wasn’t easy, either. Every morning she had to get up very early to take a bus into Manhattan, and from there take another bus to Newark. Her dedication knew no boundaries—she always worked hard and went above and beyond what was expected of her.
courtesy of University Relations Ruth Horowitz ’30, honorary Kean University Alumni Executive Board member was a major benefactor of the University and the Alumni Association.
She went on to earn her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from New York University, and in 1984 she received an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from Kean. Throughout her life and career, she continued to work closely with the Kean, helping out every way she could—from giving lectures on campus to donating money. “Ruth Horowitz generously donated to Kean University to establish the Alumni House, the Lecture Hall in Hennings Hall and scholarships,” says President Farahi. “She did all of this with meager resources, but with a heart that always had giving as its pulse.” Now that she’s gone, one can almost feel a gaping hole—like something’s missing. She did wonders for the field of education, and touched more hearts and minds than words can express. She always was, and always will be, very much a part of this University. “Ruth attended every event she could here at Kean. You would see the infectious smile and the beautiful twinkle every time she saw a new building or an improvement. We shall miss the ‘Grand Lady’ of Kean University,” President Farahi says solemnly. She leaves behind her sister, Rosalynd Socol, and countless friends, students, and admirers. If you wish to pay your respects, you may attend the Memorial Service on Thursday, October 6, at 4pm in the Ruth Horowitz Alumni House located on East Campus. Jen Bissu, graduate Fine Art Education major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.
Student Accounting/ Parking Office Extend Hours
The Cougar’s Byte CeCe Christmas, Theta Phi Alpha sorority; Frank Delvecchio, Sigma Theta Chi fraternity; Danielle Stradford, Zeta Phi Beta sorority; and Jamal Ali, Beta Kappa Psi fraternity.
you’re “born” into an organization and you are a member for life. Bottom line, don’t get stuck joining an organization that you really don’t know anything about. So you want to know what it takes to be a Greek. Greeks do more than throw parties, stroll, and step. Other than hard work and determinationwhich is what most Greeks will tell you – you must possess other characteristics. “You have to be outgoing because you mix and mingle with so many people and you have to be willing to help people of all different backgrounds”, said Senior CeCe Christmas, Psychology and Fine Arts major, member of Theta Phi Alpha, Sorority. Fraternities and Sororities do a lot of community services. The majority of organizations perform community services on a regular basis. Some target battered women, premature infants, the homeless, orphans; the list goes on because of so many people that are in need. “It takes more work than people think. People
The colors, the hand signs, the Greek letters, and the mascot are not the base of an organization but mainly the promotion of the organization to get people interested and to get the organization noticed. “Greeks possess humility, pride, and other qualities that the average human being does not have. If they did than every one would be a Greek”, commented Junior Jamal Ali, Computer Science and Accounting major, member of Beta Kappa Psi, Fraternity. Look for postings of interest meetings around campus to see when the sorority or fraternity of your choice is having an informational interest meeting. There you’ll be able to meet the different brothers or sisters of the organization you may one day become a part of. Go to as many different organizations meetings as you can and only make your finally decision when you’re ready to, don’t become persuaded by the free food and candy. Angela Barrett, sophomore Communications major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.
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n an effort to better service University students and staff, the Student Accounting Office/Parking Office will be open until 7 p.m. two evenings each week, Wednesdays and Thursdays, for the first month of both the fall and spring semesters. After the first month through the end of the semester, the office will then be open one evening each week, Thursday, until 7 p.m. As always, the Student Accounting/Parking Office will be open until 7 p.m. on the first day of each semester, as well as each tuition-payment deadline. During the first week of the fall and spring semesters (the Add/Drop period), the Student Accounting Office will be open until 7 p.m. on the first day of class and the last day of Add/Drop. The remaining days of the first week of classes, the office will be open until 6 p.m. FALL 05 STUDENT ACCOUNTING OFFICE HOURS Through October 7: Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. October 11 through December 23: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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Monday, October 3
Friday, October 7
Tuesday, October 11
Muslim Student Association Come be a part of the Muslim Student Association at 3:30pm in UC 337A.
Funded Group Positions Get your applications in before 5pm in UC 321.
Homecoming King and Queen Applicant interviews from 10am-4pm in UC 321.
KU College Democratics Club Hennings Hall Room 104 at 3:30pm. Kean Dance Theatre Open auditions in D’Angola Gym Room 107 from 3:30-4:50pm. Be prepared to dance. Kean Athletic Training Workshop In Campus School West Room 109 from 3:30-4:50pm. Theta Phi Alpha Come learn about the Theta Phi Alpha sorority from 8-10pm in UC 226B. CPTS Coffee Hour Enjoy free coffee and refreshments before or after class in Hutchinson Hall Lobby from 7pm-8pm courtesy of CPTS. Kappa Konversations In UC Room 228 from 7-9:00pm.
Tuesday, October 4 Rosh Hashanah University Open
Wednesday, October 5 Homecoming King and Queen Applications are due by 2pm in UC 321. African Student Association Our goal is to celebrate, educate, enlighten and share the beauty that is African culture. All students are welcome to share this common interest at 3:30pm in UC 337B. Kean Gospel Choir Wilkins Theatre Room 141 from 3:304:50pm.
Purple Violet Film Festival An innovative new film festival that provides professional and student filmmakers with the opportunity to have their work viewed and embraced by a large audience. Come learn more at 7pm in the UC Little Theatre. To download an application, please visit www.kean.edu/premierestages. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) A whirlwind roller coaster tribute to the immortal bard, with a refreshing blend of madcap humor, from puns and pratfalls to elaborate sight gags. 37 plays and 154 sonnets performed by three actors in less than two hours in Wilkins Theatre at 7:30pm.
Saturday, October 8 Purple Violet Film Festival An innovative new film festival that provides professional and student filmmakers with the opportunity to have their work viewed and embraced by a large audience. Come learn more at 7pm in the UC Little Theatre. Coro de la Universidad de Puerto Rico Come enjoy Coro de la Universidad de Puerto Rico and the Kean University Concert Chiour at 3pm in Wilkins Theatre.
Sunday, October 9 Purple Violet Film Festival The final screening of three festival winners beginning at 3pm in Wilkins Theatre.
Monday, October 10 Columbus Day University Closed
Psychology Club Psychology major or not, all students are welcome to join. Come check them out, in Hutchinson, room 333 at 3:30pm. CFC-Youth Come learn about CFC-Youth during their meeting in UC 337A at 3:30pm. Circle K Come serve your community, become a strong leader and make friends at the Circle K meeting at 4pm in CAS, room 112. Questions? Call Kasi LeGrand at (732) 6620509. T2K Workshops Center for Academic Success, room 106 at 7:50-9:10pm Kean Pride Discover yourself as well as others at Kean Pride in UC 337B at 9pm.
Thursday, October 6 Student Group Presidents and Advisors Get Together Take this opportunity to learn about the Office of Student Life and Leadership Development, review policies and procedures and let us know how we can be of assistance to you. By invitation only in UC 228 at 3pm. Lambda Tau Omega The enchanted mermaids of Lambda Tau Omega cordially invite you to their Vino Blanco, interest meeting at 6:30pm in the UC Greek Lounge. www.seaquin.org
CPTS Coffee Hour Enjoy free coffee and refreshments before or after class in Hutchinson Hall Lobby from 7pm-8pm courtesy of CPTS. Ted Hoyle - Faculty Recital Cellist Ted Hoyle plays with pianist Jeff Middleton and violinist Robert Zubrycki at 8pm in Wilkins Theatre. Admission is free.
Sat. Oct. 8 Sat. Oct. 15 Sat. Oct. 22
Wed. Oct. 5 Sat. Oct. 8 Sun. Oct. 9
Bookstore
Funded Group Positions Come out and vote during funded group elections from 1-5pm in UC 226B. Homecoming King and Queen Finalist will be posted in UC 321.
Mon. Oct. 3 Wed. Oct. 5 Wed. Oct. 12
Sat. Oct. 8 Sat. Oct. 22 Sat. Oct. 29
Wed. Oct. 5 Sat. Oct. 8 Tue. Oct. 11
Sat. Oct. 8 Tue. Oct. 11 Thu. Oct. 13
Snack Bar Monday-Thursday Friday-Saturday Sunday
11 am - 11 pm 3 pm - 9 pm 4 pm - 10 pm
■ Enjoy a lunch-time diversion in the University Center Cougar’s Den from 12-1:30pm
starbucks/Coffee house Monday-Thursday 11 am - 9 pm
■ Take a picture with the cougar from 36pm in the University Center Atrium
Ice Cream Parlor Monday - Thursday 11 am - 7 pm Friday 11 am - 3 pm
■ Take a dance lesson in the University Center Pre-Function lobby from 5:307:30pm. ■ Sit back, relax and laugh at a comedy show in the University Center Cougar’s Den from 8-10pm.
OVERALL: 1-2 NJAC: 0-1
Volleyball
Away - 6PM Home - 1PM Home - 1PM
OVERALL: 3-4-3 NJAC: 0-3-1 Away - 7PM Away - 12PM Away - 2PM
OVERALL: 7-2 NJAC: 4-0 Home - 7:30PM Away - 7PM Away - 7PM
Wilmington, DE - 10:30AM Center Valley, PA - 12PM Ponoma, NJ - 10AM
OVERALL: 8-2 NJAC: 1-1 Home - 7:30PM Away - 1PM Away - 7:30PM
OVERALL: 2-4 NJAC: 0-2
Hunter College William Paterson University Lehman College
Home - 1PM Away - 3:30PM Away - 3:30PM
OVERALL: 7-5 NJAC: 0-1
Fri/Sat Oct. 7/8 FDU-Florham Tournament Tue. Oct. 11 Rutgers-Camden
Sept. 25 - Oct. 3, 2005 Monday-Thursday 9 am - 7 pm Friday 9 am - 4 pm
■ Sign-up for activities and clubs in the University Center Atrium from 1011:30am.
Montclair State University Stevens Institute of Technology The College of New Jersey
Tennis
P: (908) 737-5230 Mon, Tues, Thursday 9 am - 6 pm Wednesday 9 am - 7 pm Friday 9 am - 4 pm
7 am - 7 pm 7 am - 3 pm
Goldey Beacom Invitational CTC Championships NJAC Championships
Field Hockey
9 am - 7 pm 9 am - 4 pm
Food court Monday-Thursday Friday
PAW Events ■ Enjoy bagels and juice in Hutchinson Hall from 8:15-9:30am.
Manhattanville College Western Connecticut State University Rowan University
Cross Country
9 am - 11 pm 9 am - 9 pm 10 am - 7 pm 10 am - 10 pm
Dougall Computer Lab September 7-30 12 pm - 12 am
Kean Gospel Choir Wilkins Theatre Room 141 from 3:304:50pm.
Stevens Institute of Technology Greensboro College Haverford College@Greensboro Col.
WOMen’s Soccer
Computer Lab Monday-Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Marketplace Monday-Thursday Friday
Montclair State University Seton Hill College (HOMECOMING!) Rowan University
Men’s Soccer
Information Desk P: (908) 737-5222 Monday-Thursday 7 am - 12 am Friday 7 am - 10 pm Saturday 10 am - 8 pm Sunday 10 am - 11 pm
Wednesday, October 12
Cougar Athletics Football
University Center
Away - TBA Away - 7PM
For updated scores and schedules, please visit http://www.keanathletics.com.
For t h e K e a n U n i v e r s i t y s tu d e n t c o m mun i t y
Game Room Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
11 am - 10 pm 11 am - 8 pm 12 pm - 7 pm 4 pm - 9 pm
Hours Subject to Change
Hours of Operation Downs Hall Dining Breakfast 7 am - 9:30 am Lunch 11 am - 1:30 pm Dinner 4:15 pm - 6:45 pm Weekend Brunch 11am - 1:30pm
East Campus Pool & Fitness Rooms P: (908) 737-5803 Monday-Thurs. 12:30 pm - 9:30 pm Friday 12:30 pm - 5 pm Saturday-Sunday 10 am - 2 pm
Library
nancy thompson library P: (908) 737-4618 Monday-Thursday 8 am - 12 am Friday 8 am - 5 pm Saturday 9 am - 4 pm Sunday 1 pm - 10 pm student Technology lab P: (908) 737-5236 Monday-Thursday 8 am - 12 am Friday 8 am - 5 pm Saturday 9 am - 5 pm Sunday 1 pm - 10 pm Hours Subject to Change
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Larry Jones Leading the Way By Kaitlyn Davies, Staff Writer
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A Note About Campus Security Courtesy of Campus Police To protect yourself from becoming a victim of theft, please exercise the following practices:
Never leave personal items unattended If you have anything of value in your office, lock the office anytime you leave it, even if for only a short period of time If you do not have an office, lock valuables in your desk Please make sure external office doors are locked at the end of the day Report any missing or stolen items to Campus Police as soon as possible
If you have any questions about campus security, please call Campus Police at (908) 737-4840.
arry Jones is a normal college student who wants to do well in college and make a difference in his community. He is a junior criminal justice and public administration major and a great role model for young men and women here at Kean University. He started a community service organization called Future Leaders of Tomorrow five years ago. Based out of Newark N.J., Future Leaders of Tomorrow (FLOT) is an organization to encourage children to use their talent and take advantage of the educational opportunities that surrounds them. Holding workshops every Saturday from 10:00am to 2:00pm, topics range from drug use and gang violence to conflict resolution. They had a recovering drug user come and talk to the children about how drug use ruined his life and how he’s getting his life back together. They also had three international students come and talk to the children about conflict resolution and how they dealt with conflicts in their native countries. They also provide workshops on self-esteem, careers planning, and bridging the digital divide. During a career planning workshop the Deputy Mayor of Newark came to talk about the importance of transcript and that a transcript will follow them and it’s up to them to leave their mark good or bad. Larry started Future Leaders of Tomorrow in 2000 with just nine children. Currently he has worked with over 150 children. He is starting to implement study groups each Saturday and hosting the workshops sporadically. During study groups the children are broken down by age since each group has specific needs and requirements. Study groups will include SAT help for juniors and exploring various colleges and financial aid for seniors. Summertime is the busiest for him and his group. Using basketball as an incentive he has the children go through a workshop in order to play basketball at the end of the day. In 2003 The Mayor of Newark gave FLOT a proclamation acknowledging the
Kaitlyn Davies | The Cougar’s Byte Larry Jones, “I just want to make a difference in my community!”
organization. Also in 2003, the group was involved in a youth march that started in front of Newark’s City Hall and ending at Rutgers University where a Teen Summit was held. The march included a candlelight vigil to signify all who had perished from gang related violence within the year. Youth members of the Crips and Bloods gang were in attendance and wrote their own unofficial peace treaty at the Teen Summit while students in the audience were able to speak about the problems in the community. FLOT organized Battle of the Bricks basketball classic in 2004 as a gang initiative geared toward breaking down barriers between the housing developments and stop the gang tension between them. The league started off with three housing developments, but with the sponsorship of the Newark Housing Authority they were able to include six housing developments this past summer. The league lasted for seven weeks with each game starting with a speech about the concept. There were 215 youth from six different developments and all were required to shake hands before and after the game to hopefully allow them to make friends and remember playing basketball when they see
Larry has truly accomplished a lot for the youth of Newark. His passion and relentless pursuit to make a difference within his community earned him the Unsung Heroes Award in March of 2005. Continuing the spirit of giving, FLOT is planning a hurricane relief tournament at Rutgers University Newark campus in October. If you would like more information on how to help Larry with his organization you can contact him at joneslar@kean.edu or if you would like to learn more about Future Leaders of Tomorrow, go to their website at www.eteamz.com/flot. Kaitlyn Davies, freshman Political Science major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.
Musicians wanted to play in the Cougar’s den Every Wednesday In October And November From 12:00 - 1:30 PM
Contact Sandra Espinal at (908) 737-5177 or stop by the Office of Student Life and Leadership Development located in the University Center, room 219
Certified Peer Educators
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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he Office of Residence Life is proud to announce that the following Resident Assistants have become certified Peer Educators through the Bacchus and Gamma Peer Education Network: Maria Perez, Isabel Rivera, Danielle Epps, Mike Torres, Shalumiel Hill, and Theodora Tribie. This summer marked the third year the Office of Residence Life attended the New Jersey Peer Institute at The College of New Jersey. Waffiyah Saleem and Kerrin Lyles, Residence Hall Directors, attended the twoday conference with Resident Assistants Maria Perez, Isabel Rivera, Danielle Epps, Mike Torres, Shalumiel Hill and Theodora Tribie. Also in attendance were representatives from LaSalle University, Manor College, Montclair State University, New Jersey City University, New York University, Richard Stockton College, Rider University, Rutgers University, Seton Hall University, St. Peter’s College, William Paterson University, and The College of New Jersey. Sponsored by the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety and hosted by the Alcohol and Drug Education Program at The College of New Jersey, the Peer Institute is a conference designed to empower students with core training to educate, confront, listen to, and help peers make healthy lifestyle choices. Filled with helpful hints and tips to assist students in their peer education efforts,
each other on the streets. In March 2005 FLOT held a Hip Hop Challenge called From Now On in the community in which Larry was raised, where they taught the kids about the history of Hip Hop, learned how to lay down lyrics, and how the whole industry works. At the end of the three month period the kids wrote their own lyrics and performed them in front of an audience that included the City Councilman.
Courtesy of Office of Residence Life The Office of Residence Life, in partnership with the YWCA of Eastern Union County, is attempting to raise awareness of this critical issue by hosting a candlelight vigil in observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Rich Lemonie | The Cougar’s Byte (l-r) Joy Moskowitz, Assistant Director of Residence Life; Shalumiel Hill, Waffiyah Saleem, Whiteman Residence Hall Director; Mike Torres; Isabel Rivera; Kerrin Lyles, Bartlett Residence Hall Director; Theodora Tribie; Maria Perez; Danielle Epps.
this year’s agenda included presentations on Confrontation, Stress Management, Personal Power, Peer Theatre, Tips on Building and Strengthening Peer Groups, and Role Modeling and Ethics. At the end of the conference, the Kean University Resident Assistants passed the exam and became certified as Peer Educators through the Bacchus and Gamma Peer Education Network.
Nearly 800 peer education groups on college campuses make up the Bacchus and Gamma Peer Education Network. These student groups express their leadership through finding ways to teach their friends about important issues like alcohol abuse prevention, impaired driving, sexual responsibility, sexual assault, and healthy lifestyle choices.
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This candlelight vigil will pay tribute to the memory of the women and children in Union County who have lost their lives due to domestic violence. You are welcome to join us on Wednesday October 19, 2005, at 6:00 PM in the University Center, room 228. Refreshment will be served! For more information please contact Joel Thomas at thomasj@kean.edu or at (908) 737-6805.