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NOVEMBER 2, 2012
VOL. 33, NO. 9
Natural disasters meet the iGeneration; hilarity ensues
photo by: Jeff Helsel California University of Pennsylvania students reacted to Hurricane Sandy on campus and on the Internet. by Jamie
staff writer
Rider
While the situation on the east coast was serious and many people were placed in imme-
diate danger, our generation handled it one of the most casual ways possible: over the Internet. “IF UR HAVING WEATHER PROBLEMS I FEEL BAD FOR YOU SON I GOT 99MPH
WINDS AND IMA GIVE YOU SOME,” was tweeted from a Hurricane Sandy parody Twitter on Oct. 28. The infamous storm has sent many tweets to its followers
Casey Flores
for the Cal Times
Photo by: Associated Press
Photo by: Associated Press Republican presidential candidate and former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney
were the obvious and overplayed references to Sandy from SpongeBob all over cyberspace as well. TV reports also saw their fair share of lampooning. Sitting down to watch a reporter knee deep in water while winds threatened to knock him over was comical in a sense. A CBS reporter made a comment offhand during a report, “They don’t call it Ocean City for nothing!” Last but not least, the hurricane brought out multiple people who ran behind news crews trying to gain camera attention. A YouTube video popped up of a shirtless man wearing jogging shorts, tennis shoes and a horse mask running behind a news reporter trying to cover the story; “HurricaneHorse” was the title. Even though Sandy has moved on from us, we can still hold on to her through the various social media platforms she affectionately took over during her visit. In her own words, “HOLO = Hurricanes Only Live Once.”
immigration laws and wasn’t clear on it. When asked by the afterdebate moderator if anyone had made his or her opinion on which candidate he or she would be voting for, James Yarbrough (senior, mathematics) spoke up stating, “I came in undecided, but after watching the debate I believe I will not be voting for Obama due to his self-made statements.” Yarbrough did not specify which statements he took issue with. The “debate after the debate” amongst students on Oct. 22 was a lot more in-depth than the previous post-debate debates. “It seemed to me that Obama had his own ideas and Mitt Romney would say, ‘Yes, I agree with that,’” said Adisa HargettRobinson (freshman, political science). “It seemed like a lot of agreeing. I didn’t see a lot of his own ideas on foreign policy.” She also stated that, “Obama has an obvious advantage in foreign policy being the president.” In response to the issue of Iran and the nuclear threat they pose to the world, Rick Hardwig, (senior, political science) said that, “Romney did a great job at diffusing the question about
if planes were on the way to Iran to bomb it.” He also said, once again in favor of Romney, that he, “had a very good point as a leader where he pointed out that with our economy going down, it shows weakness to other people [abroad].” Garrick Lackey (senior, political science) responded against both candidates’ opinion on how to handle Iran, stating that he was, “disappointed with the sanctions because it was sanctions that allowed Nazi Germany come to power.” The debate raged on with topics ranging from Pakistan to foreign aid. The question about whether the budget should be balanced at this present time was also brought up, and the students from all across the ideological spectrum pretty much reached the consensus that it was time to balance the budget now rather than later. After a few students got into a heated discussion on the nature of the religion of Islam and what it means to be “radical,” Hardwig decided to take the conversation over and end the debate on a positive note by proclaiming, “Drones and aircraft carriers are cool.”
Students take an active role in debates by
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since it hit the coast on Monday. The account @HurricaaneSandy was filled with sassy comments about the situation like, “I MOVE MAH BODY LIKE A CYCLONEEEEEEE,” and, “ON MY WAY TO NYC DO ANY OF U WANT ME 2 PICK YOU UP TACO BELL? NOT LIKE FOOD I MEAN AN ENTIRE BUILDING.” As far as hurricanes go, this one has by far been the most outspoken and dramatic. Don’t forget about Facebook though. Joining in on the fun, people started posting pictures with amusing captions to the website as the day went on. One popular image was a picture of a table sitting in the middle of a yard with one chair lying on its side and the caption “Never Forget. Sandy 2012” written at the bottom of the photo. There was a weather map showing the progress of the storm but as the face of Olivia Newton-John throughout the movie “Grease.” The best picture, already edited into a fake picture of the storm over the Statue of Liberty, places the giant face of a somber looking cat over New York. There
In Eberly 110, students from all over the political spectrum came out to participate in the Debate Watch group viewing of the last two debates and the discussion that followed. The discussion formats after the debates were very different from one another. For the debate held Oct. 16, which was about domestic and foreign policy, students mostly discussed the race overall with only a bit of discussion about the debate itself. Blair Williams (senior, political science), made clear that the race this year will be very close, admitting, “It’s not clear who’s going to win. I’m really confused as to what’s going on.” One student added, “Romney’s whole thing was that he’s going to fix the economy and [how] Obama hasn’t done it. Are we going to give Obama four years to continue what he’s doing or be unsure about what Romney’s going to do?” Robert Banks (senior, human resources) said about the debate that he felt, “like Obama was real clear on his answers. Mitt Romney didn’t even answer on
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Cal U hosts kickball for a cause by
Christina King
for the Cal Times
Over 400,000 children in the United States are part of the foster care system, but not even half of them are available for adoption. A child may stay in foster care for up to five years waiting to find a home. California University of Pennsylvania students, faculty and community members gathered at Roadman Park on Oct. 23 to participate in a charity kickball tournament and help curve those figures. They raised nearly $500 towards the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, which heads kickball tournaments with the slogan, “every game helps a child find a home.” “Events like these are so important because they bring
together the campus and the community to support such a powerful cause,” said Director of Civic Engagement Diane Williams. Williams belongs to a group on campus called the Frontloading Committee, which is made up of faculty members who work in student affairs. The committee’s goal is to provide programs for students and events that can give students something to do during high risk drinking times. One of Williams’ frontloading colleagues, Joy Helsel, heard about the Dave Thomas Foundation at a summer conference and brought the idea to the civic engagement office because of the donation aspect. Hesel is in charge of the sororities and fraternities at Cal U. Williams
also collaborated with Tom Hasbrouck, who is in charge of Cal U’s intermural activities, to deal with the sports aspect. “This event was more appealing because it was fun-filled and athletic,” Williams said. Ten teams participated in the kickball tournament and 89 people were involved. A total of $455.09 was raised among participants. There was a $3 sign up fee for each team member who competed. A double elimination rule applied for teams as they competed for a trophy presented at the end. Although the tournament was an entertaining evening for most, it went deeper than just a kickball tournament. Tiffani Rossi was a participant and was also responsible for advertising and recruitment for the event.
Posters were made and hung around the campus and community to draw attention to the event. “We got to bring students together to raise awareness and funds for a good cause,” Rossi said. “I was excited when the community did show up. It shows that they care and they are interested.” A highlight of the event for Rossi was that the community had a chance to see college kids in a positive light, verses the common negative. Prior to being asked to volunteer at the event, Rossi wasn’t aware of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. “It’s so important to get the word out there about these foundations. Students as well as community members should
be aware of what people are doing.” The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption’s website shows that it is a national non-profit charity. They dedicate themselves to increasing adoptions of more than 150,000 children suffering in North America’s foster care systems. The foundation believes that every child is deserving of a home, and there’s a home out there for all of them. “There are so many faculty and staff members who have adopted, so this event really hit home,” Williams said. “Adoption is close to a lot of people here.” For more information about The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, to donate or to get involved, visit www.davethomasfoundation.org.
room of a luxury shopping mall. Each woman is observing their appearance in the mirror, and neither woman is happy about it. They complain to each other about their own perceived flaws and insecurities, some of which female audience members could surely find relatable, and others that were absolutely ridiculous. Of course, the more ridiculous ones were meant to show how silly all beauty standards can be. As a crazy person who always asks my roommate if I’m “too fat to leave the apartment,” I found the commentary of this performance to be very relevant. The blocking was such that the actresses were, at one profound moment, looking directly into the audience as they continued to list their complaints. It was then easy to observe that Sarah Schumaker (junior, theater) and Jenna Gibb (sophomore, theather), the actresses who portrayed the self-conscious women, had rather lovely appearances, which only underscored how needlessly critical of themselves women can be. Xtina sang, “You are beautiful, no matter what they say.” From this act we learned, “You are beautiful no matter what you say.” After a play about how women interact with themselves came one about how women and men interact with each other: “Foreplay, or the Art of
the Fugue,” directed by David Ives. Actors Jason Capello and Paige Morral enter with putters in hand, and the black box theater is now a golf course, where Chuck is on a date with Amy… or is it Annie? He just can’t seem to get her name right. Amy suspects that Chuck is a player, and not only of the game of golf. Enter Annie (Alexis Hagerty), along with Chuck, here played by a different actor, Zach Michael Thomas. Three overlapping dimensions of time are unfolding, as Stephen Reedy’s Chuck III brings yet another date, Alma (Angelica Datz), onto the course. The first Chuck is ready with all kinds of seductive lines, but Amy can see through them. Annie is more easily swayed. Alma has obviously been around the course a few times and is already right on par. The pamphlet warned that “this play has suggestive themes, foul language, and sexual references,” most of which came in the form of sexy golf puns and some interesting use of putters. Then there was the play’s climax, which was actually a climax. First comes love, and then comes marriage. At the start of the next play, “Bride on the Rocks,” the lights came up to reveal a jilted bride, still in her poufy white wedding dress, sitting at a bar to drink away her sorrows. This play makes good
use of the trope of the bartender as psychologist, with the concerned and helpful bartender encouraging the bride’s happiness. Laura Egler’s performance as the bride is emotional and riveting, and Joe Zienkiewicz is believable as a friendly bartender. Last but not least was an excerpt from “Story Theatre,” directed by Jimmy Lohr. This last act contained the most cast members, the most props, and probably the most laughs. Fast-paced and funny, “Story Theatre was exciting to see.” It was the perfect kind of story to set in a black box, and was even self-aware of that in a moment when one character reminded another to reposition one of the black boxes serving as a prop. This last play made great use of the performance area, with actors rushing around the room and engaging all sides of the audience. At the end, the nine cast members, Timothy Bauman, Diarra Brathwaite, Jordan Brooks, Ashley Darr, Lamica Davenport, Emily Lawrence, Molly Malady, Emily Nallin and Adam Sutch took a bow to the wrap-up music from “Saturday Night Live,” which was one of many clever uses of music throughout the evening. After the play, I was able to speak to one of the actresses from my favorite act. “It was a hilarious time and I’m so glad I
could be part of the experience,” said Emily Nallin. “I’m very grateful that Jimmy Lohr cast me in a role for ‘Story Theatre’ and for his work as our director.” If you missed the production this year, be sure to catch it next fall or to attend other productions from the Department of Theare and Dance. Law and Order: Fairy Tale Unit is another black box production that will be performed November 8, 9, and 10 at 8 p.m. and November 10 at 2 p.m. “A Christmas Carol, the Musical,” is another essential performance to look forward to in December. For tickets or further information, call the box office at 724-938-5943.
One act to rule them all: Cal U student director showcase by
Mary Jack
for the Cal Times
Each fall semester, California University of Pennsylvania’s Department of Theatre and Dance presents student directed one act productions in the Blaney Theatre. As a first year student, I was required to view the one acts as a part of my Into to Theatre course. This year, I was again required to see the one acts for this publication. Though I have often been obliged to attend, the one acts have now become a necessity. An Evening of One Acts is an essential performance at Cal U, providing a reliable evening of entertainment every year. The black box theater is a minimalistic performance space, with limited set pieces consisting of other black boxes of various sizes. In contrast to the picture frame view of a Proscenium stage, which allows all audience members to view the action straight on, black boxes have audience members viewing from three sides and the action takes place all around the room. These qualities of black box theaters allow for a more intimate focus on story and characters, and that is exactly what Blaney had to offer that evening. The first story, “Beauty Standards,” was directed by Breanna Otto (senior, theater). Two women meet in the public rest-
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Attention University Community! Call for Nominations for Faculty Election to Cal U Forum
In accordance with the constitution and bylaws of the California University Forum, a timetable for faculty and student representatives’ elections has been established. The goal is to have all representatives in place for the first meeting of the Forum on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. All tenure and tenure-track faculty who were hired to begin work prior to or in Spring 2011 and who have the rank of assistant professor or higher are eligible for nomination. (See the list of eligible faculty on this page.) Eligible faculty members can self-nominate or offer a colleague’s name into nomination. Any member of the University community (staff, students, managers) may nominate a faculty member. Nominations must be postmarked or received on or before November 16, 2012 and forwarded to Dana Turcic, Recording Secretary of the Forum, sent internally to campus box 99, or emailed to her at CalForum@calu.edu. Four faculty members will be elected to the Forum by secret ballot, following the written nominations. All regular (i.e. tenured and tenure-track) faculty may vote. The voting will take place electronically and will be ready for voting on November 29 and 30. Further information will be provided to faculty members who are eligible to vote. According to the constitution and bylaws of the Forum, of the four faculty being elected: two (2) must come from the Eberly College of Science and Technology; and one (1) must come from the College of Liberal Arts and one (1) must be elected at-large (from College of Education and Human Services, College of Liberal Arts, Eberly College of Science and Technology or No College Affiliation.) Faculty members who are currently serving as faculty senators on the Forum are eligible to serve consecutive terms. The term of these four faculty representatives will be two years. A plurality of votes cast will be necessary to win election. Details of the student nomination and election process will be available in future issues of the California Times. College of Education Dr. Connie J. Armitage Dr. Sylvia J. Barksdale Mr. Justin Barroner Dr. Carol Biddington Dr. Barbara H. Bonfanti Ms. Sheri H. Boyle Dr. Silvia Braidic Dr. Gloria Brusoski Dr. James Burton Ms. Nancy Carlino Dr. Margaret Christopher Dr. Joni L. Cramer-Roh Ms. Christine Crawford Dr. Charles L Crowley Dr. Holly L. Diehl Ms. Lisa Driscoll Ms. Jodi L. Dusi Dr. Grafton Eliason Dr. Deborah A. Farrer Dr. Marc S. Federico Dr. Elizabeth Gruber Dr. Scott Hargraves Dr. Chris T. Harman Ms. Mary A. Hart Mr. Jeffrey R. Hatton Dr. Keith D. Hepner Dr. Rebecca A. Hess Dr. Karen Hjerpe Dr. Marcia Hoover Dr. J. William Hug Dr. Bernadette E. Jeffrey Ms. Patricia A. Johnson Dr. Denise M. Joseph Dr. Jason Kight Dr. Kalie Kossar Dr. Mary Kreis Dr. Kevin Lordon Dr. Ayanna Lyles Dr. Vanessa MacKinnon Dr. Margaret A. Marcinek Dr. Barry E. McGlumphy Dr. Linda Meyer Mr. Michael Meyer Dr. Laura Miller Dr. Katherine J. Mitchem Dr. Connie Monroe Dr. Diane H. Nettles
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GSA President presents at international conference By Georgia Minor for the Cal Times
Georgia Minor, a graduate student at California University of Pennsylvania was selected to present at the International Association for the Treatment of Sexual Offenders (IATSO) conference in Berlin, Germany. Minor is a student of the clinical mental health counseling program. She traveled to Germany during the week of Labor Day and presented her poster, entitled Juvenile Sex Offenders: Peer Abuser vs. Child Abuser, on September 8, 2012. Her research focused on the similarities and differences of how a juvenile is regarded, such as the age between the offender and the victim or the offender’s socioeconomic status. During the conference she met professionals from a variety of countries including Australia, France, and Africa. She received a lot of feedback, which will help her expand her research topic. Minor’s poster was created for her Intro to Clinical Mental Health Counseling class during the Fall 2011 semester. While researching the topic, she found several conferences that she was interested in. After consulting with her professor, Dr. Jacqueline Walsh, Minor received permission to move forward and submit her proposal. Along with the IATSO conference, Minor was also accepted to present a 90-minute workshop at the
New Jersey Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (ATSA) national conference that was held in Atlantic City in May 2012. Minor was able to present at these conferences with the help and sponsorship of the university. These include Dr. Grafton Eliason, Suzanne Powers and Gianna Thomas (advisors for the Graduate Student Association), Dr. Elizabeth Gruber (advisor for the Student Counseling Association and Chi Sigma Iota) and Dr. John Cencich, professor and former dean of the graduate school. When asked how the conference was, Minor replied, “Words cannot describe the feeling that I have when I am speaking to others in the field that I am so passionate about. To be able to travel to Germany to represent Cal U is a once in a lifetime experience that I will always cherish and it was made possible by the caring professors and organizations here on campus. My professors and fellow classmates have been very helpful in this long journey when I had questions and concerns about my presentation. They are absolutely a wonderful group of people!” She also had this to say to other students, “These presentations came from a class project, so when you’re choosing a topic choose something you’re passionate about and don’t be afraid to go beyond the classroom with your ideas.”
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Anberlin lives up to reputation with “Vital” by Jamie
staff writer
Rider
It’s vital that you take time to listen to Anberlin’s newest album, and not just because that was a semi-clever play on words. Anberlin released their sixth album, “Vital,” on Sept. 16. Their song “Someone Anyone” is currently situated at number 34 (out of 40) on Billboard’s Alternative Rock chart, but it’s worth noting that this chart is based solely on radio airplay. It’s a little unfair to judge them
based on this ranking since the band is not usually played frequently on the radio. Vital carries the same intensity and haunting vocals carried through their previous albums, but with something new for the listener. There is a more electronic sound and it’s evident that the band has been playing around with some new concepts while still trying to stay true to their identity as an alternative rock band. It’s a natural-sounding progression from “Dark Is the Way, Light Is A Place” without
changing so much that the listener feels thrust headfirst in to strange and unusual territory. The listener can appreciate the electronic elements while still hearing the familiar Anberlin that has been well received in the past. Certain songs that stick out on the album are “Someone Anyone,” “Desires” and “Orpheum.” Each song sounds completely different, yet they fit the album perfectly. You hear the electronic influence in “Someone Anyone” and “Orpheum,” while “Desires” gives
you heavy guitar riffs and an aggressive vocal presentation in the chorus. It’s definitely one of those songs to roll the car windows down and shout along with. The band did not disappoint me with this latest release, and I’d suggest it to anyone looking for something new to listen to. You can download it on iTunes, pick up the CD at any local retailer (CDs, they’re still a thing right?), and if you’re a music aficionado you can order Vital on vinyl as well.
Local MTV reality TV star visits Cal U
IN THEATERS “This Must Be The Place” “Flight” “The Details” “Jack and Diane” “The Man With the Iron Fists” “Wreck-It Ralph”
IN YOUR STEREO Andrew Bird “Hands of Glory”
Parkway Drive “Atlas” MTV reality star and Uniontown, PA native Chelsea Settles during her visit to Cal U by Jenna
Faccenda
for the Cal Times
MTV reality star Chelsea Settles visited California University of Pennsylvania on Thursday, Oct. 25. From her start in Uniontown to her big move to the west coast, Settles shared how she got to live her dream, realize her goals and do it all in front of a national audience. She confessed that moving to Los Angeles wasn’t as easy as it was portrayed to be in her television show. “It is not what you see on television, it is very different.” Settles got her big break when she sent an email to one of MTV’s casting employees. From
that simple act, she became not only the first African American woman to have a reality show on MTV, she transcended what it meant to follow her dreams through the power of television. Settles used her insight to help answer some of the student’s questions through Tweets. When asked what the best piece of advice she had ever received was, she said, “nothings permanent.” Settles answered many more questions about life, dreams and even relationships. The audience enjoyed her upbeat yet down to earth personality. She discussed deeply personal topics like her horrible high school experience and the fall-
out with her former boyfriend, but she managed to do it while maintaining a comfortable atmosphere. “Chelsea Settles,” Settles’ television show, aired last fall. Viewers were brought along for the ride during her experience chasing her dreams in LA and all the struggles that entailed. “I’m not as awkward as I am portrayed on TV,” she joked. She explained how a lot of footage was not broadcasted. Settles accomplished two goals in front of all her viewers: losing 116 pounds and breaking into the fashion industry, her dream career. Now she hopes to give back to the community. After spend-
photo by: Casey Flores
ing her summer in the Poconos talking to young girls about multiple topics, she wants to continue helping others. She hopes to be able to be perceived as a good role model. “I’m kind of working on my own business,” she spills, “but its top secret. It’s something merging both fashion and health and wellness.” She left the students with the assertion that you yourself are your harshest critic, and that if you have a dream you should chase it no matter how hard it is going to be. If you’re interested in seeing this local girl’s journey to the top you can watch episodes of “Chelsea Settles” on MTV.com.
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A haunted hayride, typography exhibit, and haunted house were just some of the spooky Halloween themed events hosted this year by various Cal U organizations.
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T. Swift’s “Red” simultaneously different and familiar by
Tyler Kimmel
sports editor
I usually get my music by other means, but I buy CDs from my two favorite artists. Eminem hasn’t released an album since 2010, but on Oct. 22, I went to Target to buy their exclusive deluxe edition of “Red” by Taylor Swift. “Red” is the 22 year-old Swift’s fourth studio album. It is her first since 2010, when she released “Speak Now.” This album is completely different from her other three. She still sings about heartache and break ups, but not with a banjo in the background. If you’re expecting “Red” to be a country album, you’re going to be disappointed. The first single from the CD, “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together,” was released in August. It is an up-tempo breakup song about never getting back with her ex. It is also my least favorite track on the record, which is a good thing. There are plenty of other breakup songs on the album. “All Too Well” is a song about a breakup that cut her deep. She remembers they great times they had together, but remembers the pain he brought her far too easily. “You call me up again/just to break me like a promise.” The song the album is named for, “Red,” is also about a breakup. She talks about how great and passionate the relationship was, but out of nowhere it ends. “Loving him is like driving a new Maserati down a dead end street.” “The Last Time” features Gary Lightbody of Snow Patrol and is a slow and sad ballad about a couple on the brink of a breakup. They’ve been trying to work things out, but this is their last
chance. “This is the last time I’m asking you this/put my name at the top of your list.” Red is not all about letdowns and disappointments though. There are several songs about the hope of new love. “Holy Ground” is about the start of something new. In “State of Grace,” she has hope that the topical love has a bright future. “This is the golden age of something good and right and real.” “Begin Again” is a track that was released a few weeks before the album on iTunes. She goes on a date, thinking about her failed relationships in the past. She tries to compare her date to her exes, but realizes she needs to put the past in the past. She watches new love begin again. Before “Red,” none of Swift’s songs were valid party songs. However, I would request “You Belong With Me” and proceed to belt out the lyrics while doing a hip dance on top of a table anyway. This album also provides two legitimate party anthems. The first is “I Knew You Were Trouble,” which was also previously released on ITunes. The first time listeners hear the song, they’re caught off guard by the pounding dubstep beat, but the chorus is catchy and the beat makes you want to dance, so it works well for Swift. The other party song is also my favorite song from the album, “22.” This song is the catchiest on the record and I can’t help but dance every time it comes on. It focuses on being young and carefree. The gist of the song is that, even though things may seem hard when you’re young, they will work out. “Everything will be alright if/we just keep dancing like we’re… 22.” There aren’t any tracks on the album you can skip. “Treacher-
ous” is another love song that has inspired the most tweets and Facebook statuses I’ve seen so far with the lyrics “I can’t decide if it’s a choice/getting swept away.” “Stay Stay Stay” is a corny, upbeat song about working through problems in a relationship and staying together. “Everything Has Changed” features Ed Sheeran, who will be going on tour with Swift starting next spring. The deluxe edition (once again, sold only at Target) features six extra songs. “The Moment I Knew” is about her birthday party when her significant other didn’t show and she had to keep it together in front of her friends and family. “Come Back… Be Here” is Swift not wanting to miss him because he is constantly leaving and having to travel to different places. “Girl At Home” recalls an experience when a guy who had a girlfriend hit her on. The other songs are two original demo recordings and an acoustic version of “State of Grace.” “Red” is still similar to her past albums. She sings about holding doors open, a scarf, blue eyes, traffic lights and hand-written notes. The little things in life matter to Swift and they always stick out to her. It’s the little things that come together to make another fantastic album. Swift continues to evolve as an artist and her music continues to get better. I highly recommend “Red.” “Red” sold 1.2 million copies in its first week. That’s the most albums sold in the first week since 2002, when Eminem released “The Eminem Show.” Clearly I’m not the only person who loves sad love songs and bass blaring rap.
Taylor Swift
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By Michelle Cooper
Hello Cal U students! Happy November! Thank you for supporting the Haunted Hayride that we had to raise money for the Jennie Carter Scholarship. We also hope everyone had a great Diversity Awareness Month and took advantage of all the programs that were offered on campus. Diversity Awareness is very important because different cultures have so much to offer. Even though diversity
awareness month has come to an end, please keep in mind that it does not mean that we have to stop acknowledging it. Before we leave for Thanksgiving break, we will have our unity weekend. This will consist of going to see Twilight and a game night. Twilight will be on Thursday, November 15. We will be leaving after the BSU meeting. Tickets are now being sold at the information desk. Get your tickets fast! They will sell out quickly! Game night will be on Friday, November 16. The location is to be announced. Also, the presidential election is on November 6. We hope you are all registered to vote. No matter who you vote for, it is important. Your vote can make a difference. Your voice matters!
The Internship Corner By Lucie Fremeau
WANTED: Internship Ambassadors The Internship Ambassadors Club, whose goal is to promote internships, is looking for new members! Students who would like to become more familiar with the internship process while serving the community are encouraged to become involved in this opportunity. The student-run club’s focus is to stress the importance of internships to students at Cal U by keeping students informed on internship opportunities and the internship application process. The Internship Ambassadors Club seeks to help students understand the benefits of internships and aid them in participating in these experiences that prepare them for a career.
Check out Career Services’ Career Advantage Corner each week to find out about hot jobs, upcoming on-campus recruiting, job fairs, and much more! Are you in the right major? - Reality Check You’re in the Right major when: • You can’t wait to go to classes in your major. • The material you study is interesting. • You have trouble choosing which major classes to take because you want to take everything that is offered. • You frequently think about ideas brought up in class. • You talk about topics in your major in regular conversation with friends. • You pursue opportunities outside of class (volunteer, co-op, internship) in your major field of study. • You do well in your major classes. You may be in the Wrong major if: • You dislike your major, but you think it’s too late to change. • People in your life have encouraged you to choose a major, but your true interests lie elsewhere. • You can’t remember why you chose your major in the first place. • You think your current major is the only path to the job you want. • You do not find the material you study interesting. • You dread going to your major classes. • Your GPA in your major is lower than it should be. Want to talk about it? Career Services offers career and major counseling, self-assessment tests, helpful websites, such as “What Can I Do With A Major In …?”, and the Job Shadow Experience program. If you are not sure if you are in the right major or you are not sure what you can do with your major, visit Career Services for help.
Career Services
230 Eberly Science and Technology Center 724-938-4413 careers@calu.edu www.calu.edu.careers
In addition to participating in community service, the Internship Ambassadors serve in an advisory role to the Internship Center, located in Eberly 230. Clubs and organizations on campus can look to the club for classroom presentations and general information. Cal U students of any major or class rank can become a part of the Internship Ambassadors Club. There are no club fees or dues, and students don’t need to have completed an internship to join. Students should be able to attend the monthly meetings and be able to attend most on-campus activities held by the club. Interested students should contact the club’s president, Nicole Runac, at RUN5057@calu.edu. The following internships are currently available through the Internship Center: Lehigh Valley IronPigs The Lehigh Valley IronPigs, located in Allentown, are seeking spring and summer 2013 interns. Opportunities are available in marketing, operations, ticketing, promotions, and merchandise, and all internships are paid. Daily responsibilities will include working with corporate partners, selling small sponsorships, assisting in fulfilling marketing agreements, and creating marketing materials. Merchandise interns will aid in handling the online merchandise store including all purchases and inquiries, assisting in group and Little League merchandise purchases, assisting in Majestic Clubhouse Store operations, managing merchandise kiosk and merchandise vending in stadium during games. Business, finance, marketing, communications, accounting, and sport management students may apply. Visit the internship center for information on whom to send resumes and cover letters to.
Hispanic Student Association By Angelina Lorenzo
SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK: el angélito (the little angel; used during The Day of the Dead to refer to the souls of children.) The Hispanic Student Association is travelling to Pittsburgh to tour the Roberto Clemente Museum in November. We are also finalizing plans for our trip to NYC in March. As the semester draws to a close, we will be having officer elections, eating at a Hispanic restaurant one last time and having our movie night. We are always in need of new members so if you are interested in celebrating and learning more about the Hispanic culture, HSA is for you! Come to our next meeting in the Carter Hall MultiCultural Center at 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 15.
Email Angelina at lor8100@calu.edu to get added to our email list.
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Soccer teams gears up for PSAC tournament match ups By Creighton Rabs for the Cal Times
The California Vulcans’ men’s and women’s soccer teams were scheduled to start their respective Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference tournaments on Tuesday. Mother Nature, however, had other plans. The conference delayed the start of the soccer tournaments until yesterday due to the impact of Hurricane Sandy, which evolved into a “super storm” early Monday night. The Cal U women, who earned the top seed in the PSAC, were scheduled to face Indiana (Pa.) at the Phillipsburg Soccer Facility in quarterfinal action; the Cal U men, who finished fifth in the league, were scheduled to travel to fourth-seed Millersville for their quarterfinal match. On the women’s side, eight teams qualified for the PSAC tournament. Should the Vulcans beat Indiana, Cal would host the PSAC semi-finals and finals tomorrow and Sunday. The Cal U-IUP winner will face the winner of the 4/5 match between Kutztown and Edinboro. In the other side of the bracket, second-seed West Chester
Football: 11/3 @ Mercyhurst 12 p.m.
hosted seventh-seed Slippery Rock. The winner of that match will face either sixth-seed East Stroudsburg or third-seed Gannon. The championship match is slated for 12:00 p.m. Sunday at the site of the highest remaining seed. The winner of the PSAC women’s tourney will earn an automatic bid to the NCAA Division II playoffs from the Atlantic Region. Six teams from the Atlantic Region, which also includes the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, qualify for the national tournament. As for the men, six teams qualified for the PSAC tourney. The winner of the Cal U-Millersville match will face top-seed Mercyhurst in Erie tomorrow afternoon. On the other side of the bracket, second-seed West Chester will face either sixthseed Slippery Rock or third-seed Gannon. The championship match on the men’s side will take place Sunday afternoon in Erie. For updates and results from the PSAC men’s and women’s soccer tournaments, visit www. psacsports.org.
Women’s Schedule: Quaterfinals: Thursday, Nov. 1 @ 1:00 p.m. vs IUP Semifinals: Saturday, Nov. 3 @ 11:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. Finals: Sunday, Nov. 4 @ 12
Soccer Playoff Schedules
Photo By: Matt Kaminski Senior forward Paul Silverston chases down his opponent in Cal’s match with Mercyhurst on Oct. 19. The Vulcans lost the game 1-0. They went on to win their last two games of the season, a 1-0 victory over District of Columbia and a 2-0 win against Shippensburg. The Vulcans play Millersville in the quarterfinals of the PSAC Tournament Nov. 1 at Millersville.
California Vulcans upcoming athletics schedule:
Women’s Soccer:
11/1 vs IUP 1 p.m. PSAC Tournament Quarterfinals
Men’s Schedule: Quarterfinals: Thursday, Nov. 1 @ 1:00 p.m. @ Millersville Semifinals:Saturday, Nov. 3 @ 11:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. Finals: Sunday, Nov. 4 @ 12
Nov 1- Nov 9
Volleyball:
Men’s Soccer:
11/2 @ Slippery Rock
11/1 @ Millersville 1 p.m. PSAC Tournament
11/3 @ Clarion 11/6 @ IUP
Swimming: 11/3 vs Millersville 11/3 vs Gannon Cross Country: 11/3 NCAA Atlantic Regional Championships
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Vulcans comeback against rival Slippery Rock, fall short By Creighton Rabs
hurt you with his feet as well as his arm.” The Vulcans were also hurt by missed red-zone opportunities; a missed field goal, drive-killing penalties, a failed two point conversion and a costly interception in the final minute of the game. “If we don’t screw up twice in the red zone or on the two point play, we’re either still playing or we’ve won,” Cal U head coach Mike Kellar said. Cal U was without starting quarterback Peter Lalich, who suffered a staph infection the day before the Lock Haven game three weeks ago, according to Kellar. “[Lalich] got a cut on his hand that made a staph infection through his body,” Kellar said. “He has to be on these antibiotics.” Kellar also said tight end Blake Williamson missed the game with an MCL injury and wide receiver Nadir Brown was out after suffering a concussion in Cal U’s 41-0 win at Gannon Oct. 20. “It’s just been our year,” Kellar said of the plague of injuries that have hit the Cal U team this
season. Cody Nuzzo kicked 42 yard field goal on Cal U’s opening drive, which consumed more than half of the first quarter, to give the Vulcans a 3-0 lead. The Rock responded a few minutes later when Barksdale scored from nine yards out. The Vulcans seemed to have momentum on their side after Rontez Miles’ blocked punt gave the Vulcans the ball at the Rock 3-yard line. A sideline interference penalty pushed the Vulcans back to the Rock 8-yard line, ultimately setting up Nuzzo’s 25 yard field goal attempt. Nuzzo’s kick, however, hit the right upright and fell short. On The Rock’s ensuing drive two plays later, Brian Justice forced Barksdale to fumble at the Rock 31-yard line, allowing Miles to scoop the ball and score, giving the Vulcans a 10-7 lead early in the second quarter. Cal U would maintain that lead until the closing seconds of the first half. Barksdale fumbled again on The Rock’s next possession, but Cal U could not capitalize. Barksdale would recover from those miscues to anchor a 17
requires agility and accuracy, and have a great time doing for the Cal Times it,” said club president Eric McRae (junior, accounting). As we all know, there are “The game brings about a posvarious activities that are itive energy that is contagious available to students here to anyone who is playing the on the campus of California game or just watching. The University of Pennsylvania. home tournament brought this One of the more popular clubs among the students is the Ulti- energy to those who partici mate Frisbee club. A club, open pated that weekend.” The Cal U Ultimate Frisbee to both males and females, club hosted their annual fall that holds practices every day tournament on Oct. 20 and 21 at 4:30 p.m. and competes in at Roadman Park. Teams from tournaments at colleges such as Clarion, IUP, Slippery Rock, colleges including Clarion and Robert Morris. University, Wilkes-Barre University, Fransiscan Univer“Ultimate is about wantsity of Steubenville, Lebanon ing to compete in a sport that Valley College and even West
Virginia University joined the Cal U Ultimate Frisbee team to determine a champion.After two days of intense tournament play between the six teams, West Virginia University defeated Clarion University in the Championship game to win the California University of Pennsylvania fall tournament title. In the 3rd place game, the Cal U team lost in a tough battle against Lebanon Valley College, giving them a 4th place overall finish in their annual home tournament.
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The road to the NCAA playoffs got rougher for the California Vulcans football team after a 28-26 loss to Slippery Rock last Saturday. The Rock (5-4, 4-2 PSAC West) handed the Vulcans their first home loss in PSAC West play since a 21-17 loss to Indiana (Pa.) on Nov. 11, 2006, ending a streak of 19 consecutive divisional wins at Adamson. The Vulcans (7-2, 5-1 PSAC West) find themselves in a mustwin scenario tomorrow to make the PSAC championship game, much less the NCAA playoffs, when they face Mercyhurst University at Erie after failing to contain Rock junior quarterback Nigel Barksdale, who overcame two lost fumbles to complete 15-of-22 passes for 283 yards and gain 119 rushing yards in earning PSAC West Athlete of the Week honors. “This was his third start, and I think he’s getting better every week,” Slippery Rock head coach George Mihalik said. “He’s a dual threat QB. He can
Ultimate frisbee places fourth
By José Negron
“Having the home tournament helps the club grow...” said McRae.
play, 84-yard drive, capped off by a four yard pass to Andrew Bridgeforth to give The Rock a 14-10 halftime lead. Slippery Rock struck again in their opening drive of the second half, as Brett Crenshaw scored from two yards out to make it 21-10. The Vulcans would counter later in the frame with a 21-yard field goal from Nuzzo to cut the lead to 21-13. Nuzzo’s ensuing kickoff went out of bounds, allowing The Rock to start their drive at their own 35-yard line. Five plays later, Crenshaw struck again, scoring from four yards out to make it 28-13. The Vulcans’ opened the fourth quarter with a Cody Schroeder touchdown pass to Mike Williams from two yards out to make it 28-20. On The Rock’s ensuing possession, a mishandled snap on fourth down enabled Cal U’s Greg Cochrane to recover. The drive stalled after a three-and-out by the Vulcans. The Vulcans special teams struck again on Slippery Rock’s next possession when Ja’wan Bryant blocked a punt; Jeff
Knox, Jr. recovered the ball in the end zone to cut the Rock lead to 28-26. The Vulcans were called for a delay of game penalty on the two-point conversion, which failed. The Vulcans had one last chance to take the lead when they retained possession at their own 29-yard line. Aided by a Rock personal foul penalty, Cal U drove to the Rock 21. On second-and-10, however, Schroeder’s pass intended for Cody Cook was picked off by Anthony Saunders. “I saw Cook running to the flat,” Schroeder said. “I threw it a little too high and [Saunders] made a play.” The Vulcans must beat Mercyhurst in order to capture a spot in the PSAC State Game against Shippensburg, the PSAC Eastern division winner, next Saturday. With a win tomorrow, Cal U must beat the Red Raiders in the State Game to have a chance at the NCAA playoffs. “All of our goals are still ahead of us,” Schroeder said. We’ve still got a chance at the playoffs and the National Championship.”
Photo By: Matt Kaminski Senior Paul Silverstone winds up for a shot against Mercyhurst on Oct. 19 on Senior Day. The Vulcans lost the match 1-0.
KNOW YOUR FOE: Mercyhurst Lakers
When and Where: Saturday, Nov. 3, 12 p.m. Tullio Field Erie, PA
Leading Passer: Anthony Vendemia
Current Record: 7-2
Leading Rusher: Brandon BrownDukes 206 carries, 1,143 yards, 13 TD
Last Game: 24-21 W @ Edinboro AFCA Rank:Unranked Notes: Had six-game winning streak snapped two weeks ago by Indiana (PA). The Lakers are undefeated at home this season, posting a 3-0 record. Freshman running back Brandon Brown-Dukes has tied the Mercyhurst single season record with 13 touchdowns. Receiver Paris Bruner is coming off a career-high 187 receiving yards last game.
89-174, 1,368 yards, 13 TD, 6 INT
Leading Receiver: Paris Bruner 28 receptions, 602 yards, 2 TD Leading Defenders: Aaron McGee 58 tackles, 23 solo, 2.0 sacks, 4 tackles for loss Serge Augustin 25 tackles, 10 solo, 6.5 sacks, 10 tackles for loss