Volume 99, Issue 12
February 20, 2018
West Haven, Conn.
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NEWS
Students Reflect on the Significance of Valentine’s Day
Bulletin Briefs Y
BY CESSA FONTANEZ CONTRIBUTING WRITER
News
Get to know Miss Mary pg. 5
Opinion Looking at college substance abuse pg. 6
A&E Apple’s answer to Alexa and Google Home pg. 11
Sports Start of softball season pg. 13
Student Life
et another Valentine’s
Day, the traditionally romantic national observance, has come and gone with mixed reviews from the University of New Haven community. The traditionally romantic observance has turned less conventional for some
As for the not-single crowd,
that “conventionality belongs
many had different ways of
multiple students were
spending the day, and shared
interviewed to discuss their
similar views regarding the
love stories, celebrations and
tion certainly comes into play
idealism of Valentine’s Day.
views in light of the Valen-
regarding distance relation-
tine’s Day spirit.
ships, as well as a genuine
Stockmal said, “It seems
Students in long-distance
care for the other person
wrong that we need a com-
relationships delved into their involved explained Tony
mercial reminder to be nice
compromises, the difficulties
Chen, a senior Wellness Peer
and treat the person we’re
and the joys of being in a less
Educator whose partner is
romantically involved once a
conventional (but certainly
based out of Boston.
year. Valentine’s Day should
worth the effort) relationship.
Upperclassmen Xela
be just about every day or at
Dan Mayotte, a senior
to yesterday.” Effective, open communica-
“I have never ever thought that I could be in a healthy
in today’s modern climate; sub-Valentine’s Day holidays derived from pop culture influences have been emerging. “Pal-entine’s Day” and “Gal-entine’s Day” specifically have been developed, in order to celebrate the different kinds of love for those who value the other relationships in their lives. Some find Valentine’s Day an unnecessary occasion, and some value the day as the sacred winter holiday in which love and passion are encouraged to thrive. Despite the mixed feelings regarding Valentine’s Day, both
USGA holds first debate pg. 16
As for the single students,
single and not-single students alike have been spreading the love this Valentine’s Day season.
Jordan CampbellThe Charger Bulletin
least once a week with the one whose significant other is
long-distance relationship,
you’re in love with.”
based out of New York City,
but James has made me
explains the exciting benefits
proved otherwise,” said Chen.
Stockmal, among others
of his long-distance relation-
As for those students who
within the single demograph-
ship and said, “Overall though have their significant oth-
ic reported they celebrated
when we do spend time
ers more conveniently on
in their own way. Whether
together we are usually doing
campus, they explained their
spending time with family,
something.”
views on Valentine’s Day and
Despite his reservations,
ordering take out, or holding a lavish “Galentine’s Day”
The couple’s lack of daily quality time together inspires
brunch, many singles opted to them to make every moment not spend the day alone.
count and offers the notion
the effects of seeing their partner on a more regular ba-
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Valentine’s Day Continued from pg. 3
ing the love on more than just
sis. Dalia Mejia and Antonio.
Valentine’s Day:
DiVita, both seniors, met in
“We both agree that it is
Middle School and were just
a holiday that emphasizes
friends long before their love
something that should be
connection began five years
celebrated every day of the
ago.
year and not only just one!,”
NEWS
Students Charged in Credit Card Fraud Case BY KAILEY FESHLER CONTRIBUTING WRITER
said Quaedvlieg. Reflecting
O
started as a long distance
on the success within her own
of Police, Tracy Mooney,
one, and now being with each
relationship. “A key part of
released a detailed email,
other much more has been
any relationship is to be open,
regarding University of New
worth the wait,” said DiVita.
honest, and accepting.”
Haven students who used sto-
“Originally our relationship
Mejia agreed that going to
n February 8, Uni-
versity of New Haven Chief
Overall, the general con-
len credit card and financial
the same university has al-
sensus seems to be apparent;
information for personal use.
lowed them “to motivate each
the University of New Haven
When asked how the case
other even more to reach our
community aims to appreci-
was initially brought to her
goals and manage to make
ate their loved ones as often
attention, Mooney said “Rep-
time to spend together.”
as possible. A specific day
resentatives of the Campus
to remind us of love is not
Bookstore, in conjunction
Due to their schedules, the
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couple did not have time to
necessary, but is not the worst with our IT department,
celebrate Valentine’s Day on
national observance either.
worked together to establish
the actual date, though they
As this year’s Valentine’s
that certain online credit
celebrated their love on other
Day season comes to a close,
card activity was suspicious
days. Senior Erica Quaedvlieg
the Chargers remain always
in nature and then involved
and her significant other, se-
spreading love.
the University of New Haven
Police Department.” As the University of New
Despite the conclusion of the investigation and the
Haven Police Department
removal of students from the
became aware of the inves-
university, incidents like this
tigation, Officer Keith Ellery
are to be watched closely.
concluded that the involved
The University of New
suspects had committed
Haven Police Department and
felonies, due to the amount of
Mooney would like to remind
money involved.
students and faculty that “this
Although no detailed infor-
type of behavior will not be
mation was released regard-
tolerated, and these incidents
ing the students who were
will be thoroughly investi-
involved in the investigation,
gated.”
it was released they were
The students charged faced
withdrawn from the univer-
significant conduct charges
sity.
that will negatively affect
“The information that was
their academic record, ac-
used, did not belong to or was
cording to Mooney’s email.
not that of any student, facul-
These violations remain on a
ty, or staff. It was information
student’s record permanently
gained online from a person
after leaving the university.
who is not affiliated with the
Criminal charges were filed
university,” Mooney said.
against each student, and
nior Xavier Ehresmen shared
arrest warrants have been issued, charging them with cor-
similar views regarding shar-
responding Class D felonies. A Class D felony in the state of Connecticut is punishable by up to five years in prison and up to a $5,000 fine. For more information on this matter, students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to reach out to the University of New Glenn Rohrbacker/The Charger Bulletin
UNHPD worked with the West Haven PD to find the illegal activity.
Haven Police Department.
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NEWS
Pitch Perfect Series Raises Meet Miss Mary Stakes for Young Entrepreneurs BY CATHERINE CINQUE STAFF WRITER
BY GABRIELLA SAVOCA CONTRIBUTING WRITER
W
T
e all know
he University of New
when we walk into Bartels
Haven is airing a new show
for breakfast or dinner we
titled Pitch Perfect, a compe-
are guaranteed to see Miss
tition where young entrepre-
Mary Carraway. Laughing
neurs pitch business ideas to
a panel of judges. “The show format is similar
to Shark Tank,” said Benja-
and smiling, Carraway gives
Yara Obeid/Pitch Perfect
Mike Maguire (center), is the host of Pitch Perfect In the video trailer, students experience in finance, mar-
Bartels a homey and welcoming feeling. Born in Washington D.C.,
min Hammel, a producer of
present ideas for a learn-
keting, and entrepreneurial
Pitch Perfect, and a recent
ing management system to
management. He acts as a co- and raised on King Street,
graduate of the university.
replace Blackboard, as well as
producer with Hammel. The
South Carolina, Carraway
a method for reducing the use
series is a joint production
is one of seven siblings. She
of diesel fuel.
by university communication
graduated King Street Se-
students and Network Con-
nior High in 1977 and later
necticut Productions.
moved to Michigan where
The series can be viewed on
the competition’s YouTube
channel, and new episode will
be uploaded every Thursday. In each episode, two contes-
tants make their pitch, gather
As it says in the video, the key is “Remember, make it yours, make it real, and keep on pitching.”
Network Connecticut Productions is led by pro-
feedback from judges, and try
The competition includes
ducer Ann Nyberg, an Emmy
to advance to the next round.
participants from universi-
nominee who has over thirty
At the Pitch Off! Finals,
ties around Connecticut,
years of experience in televi-
the remaining contestants
including University of New
sion news.
pitch their way to the top
Haven, Eastern Connecticut
for a chance to win a trip, all
State University, and Uni-
sodes, the series will feature
expenses paid, to an entrepre- versity of Bridgeport. This
interviews and entrepreneur
neurship conference. The competition helps
season’s contestants include Rohan Tucker, Kenny Sorren-
In addition to regular epi-
round table discussions. The business show was
contestants experience what
tino, Brandon Vaughn, Ben
filmed in the fall at the Uni-
it is like to think on the spot
Klemme, Joshua DeSouza,
versity of New Haven and
and take criticism. They get
Benjamin Miles, Reem Alat-
this is Pitch Perfect’s debut
a firsthand feel for the tough
tas, and Mahmoud Morshedy. season. The first episode was
atmosphere of the business
The panel of judges will vary released on Thursday, Feb.
world while practicing the
necessary communication
skills.
episode to episode. The series is hosted by Mike Maguire, a CEO with
Catherine Cinque/The Charger Bulletin
8 and the series will air until April 12.
she worked for 12 years in a convalescent home. Carraway came to West Haven in 2001. She worked at Lowes until she found an opening at the University of New Haven, where she started 17 years ago. “I love being in the industry of cooking and meeting new people,” Carraway said. She said she loves her job because she gets to work with students who, she said, show her respect, which she appreciates. Her favorite part about
Mary Carraway, above, has been living and working in West Haven since 2001. working at New Haven is dealing with her customers -- the students, administrative office, staff, everybody. Carraway enjoys her time at New Haven joking with her coworkers and getting to know the students. Two weeks ago Carraway collapsed at work, but she said she is doing so much better now. Carraway said when she got back to work, students swarmed her to see how she was feeling. She said she felt the love and respect of everybody. Carraway said, “I’m blessed to be here for 17 years and meet people and work with all the beautiful students and staff and members.”
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OPINIONS
Looking at College Substance Taking an Uber to Abuse the Hospital BY THE EDITORIAL but not during the aver-
evidently taken by a person
BOARD
age weekend when college
over the age of 21, and ex-
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students are looking to have
cused even when an underage
A
a good time. College students
student is in the equation.
t the University of
New Haven, there are “dry” residence halls, which are dormitories that forbid alcohol in the building, like Bergami Hall. here are also residence halls that permit alcohol consumption, as well as possession, if you are of age, like Forest Hills. Buildings that permit alcohol often have residents who are underage. However, if an underage resident lives with an of age resident, alcohol is allowed in the room. This concept allows for underage students to participate in drinking, but avoiding trouble since their older roommates can take responsibility for having alcohol in the room. But what about “dry” halls? Are they really remaining dry? How are resident assistants able to monitor the consumption of alcohol of underage students, if they are doing so in the privacy of their bedroom? Bag checks come into play during events, like Homecoming or Spring Weekend,
BY CARISSA MOSHIER CONTRIBUTING WRITER
game,” which Urban Diction-
and Alcohol Use in College
ary describes as drinking be-
Age Adults, heavy alcohol
I
fore going to a party, in their
use appears to be higher
covered based on what they
residence halls. The issue
in college age adults than
tend to participate in a “pre-
According to the 2016 Drug
arises when authorities do not their non-college peers. For notice the alcohol possession
example, 32.4 percent of col-
of underage students. While it lege students admit to binge is true that residents of “dry”
drinking, and 40.8 percent
halls should be following the
of college students admit to
guidelines of their designated
being intoxicated within the
building, it is also evident
past month. Along with alco-
ambulances. To save money,
people are risking their health for a cheaper ride. A n ambulance ride can
nsurance companies
decide if ambulance rides are deem medical necessities. With strict rules and an expensive ride, people are avoiding ambulances and
cost $400 to $1,200, along with mileage. The average cost for an UberX is less than one dollar per mile. A $400 UberX ride would take you 400 miles. But an Uber, unlike an ambulance, doesn’t give the
that said rules are not difficult hol abuse, the misuse of amto tiptoe around. The basic
phetamine is higher in college
guidelines of dry buildings are students. In the year 2016, based solely on trust between
9.9 percent students admitted
eager college students, and
to using adderall to increase
those in charge.
academic performance.
If an RA discovers alcohol
Clearly the rules at the
Creative Commons
Uber has shown to be a much less expensive option for medical transport
in a room with underage
university are here to ensure
students, especially in a dry
that students are kept safe
building, those students are
and obeying the laws, but how sity of Kansas study. much are our residency staff The study found that in
subject to being fined, as well
choosing to ride in Ubers instead, according to a Univer-
as attend a chosen class to un- doing to make sure that this is places where Uber exists, derstand the fundamentals of
happening? Underage drink-
ambulances have seen a seven
alcohol abuse. This method is
ing is no joke and to combat
percent decrease of use per
supposed to urge residents to
this problem, RAs are going
capita and claims people
play by the rules, but perhaps
to have to be more attentive
are taking Ubers in place of
it enhances their abilities to
to their residents. Do RAs re-
be a bit sneakier in the future.
ally care ? Or could it be that
The dry residence halls at
RAs participate in the same
the university appear to be
problem that is happening.
lenient in their pursuits to
But does the problem lie
remain alcohol-free. Blame is
solely with RAs and students?
medical attention the passenger may need. Ambulances provide treatment on the way to the hospital to prevent worsening or troubling symptoms. Some people are sedated, some are given oxygen masks and other
Read more on pg. 7...
The culture of college cam-
the newfound freedom college
puses can play a huge role in
students have by being away
the alcohol and drug habits
from home can encourage
students chose to take part in.
students to engage in abusive
Tailgating, pre-gaming, exclu- behaviors. sive invite only parties, and
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Uber
Continued from pg. 6
forms of treatment that adds to the costs of their bill.
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Importance of Representation in Comic Books BY IYANA JONES STAFF WRITER
bill will be more if you need a
I
specialist with you. That bill
to life is always an exciting
would most likely increase
time. I cannot wait to see who
more if Uber continues to be
will be cast as my favorites
the ride of choice instead of
and how they plan on bring-
ambulances.
ing a comic full of so many
The bill includes the costs of the things like services provided, staff required. The
Passengers in Ubers might be healthier and might not need an ambulance, but they are still too sick to drive themselves to the hospital and might not have someone to drive them. People don’t always know when symptoms
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’m a fan of superhero
movies, watching them come
storylines into a short action packed film. Of course, from comic to movie, not everything will stay exactly the same. Adjust-
ments will always be made
But here’s why they should.
to make it more appealing
Representation matters.
to general audiences. One
Most comics completely lack
what? When we remake mov-
adjustment that has been fre-
people of color and to bring
ies about Egyptians why are
quently changing is the color
them to life today with that
all of the characters lighter
of these characters. Most
same overlooking would be
skinned or white even though
comic books were written in
disrespectful and harmful.
they are in the middle of Af-
a time where people of color
Why is that so many white
rica? Why was a movie filmed
weren’t even being written
children get to grow up seeing in China about building the
about let alone drawn. But in
themselves as heroes but any
these live actions films, many
child of color doesn’t? Why do man as it’s lead (I’m looking
of the white characters are
children of color only get to
now being changed to repre-
see themselves represented as can put white actors in roles
sent people of color and the
criminals or gang members?
comic book community is not
They need to be able to see
ready for it.
themselves as heroes too.
The Love of Your Life is You
authenticity of the comic, so
Great Wall starring a white at you, Matt Damon). So we that rightfully should go to
Read more on chargerbulletin.com tractive quality in anyone and is the best way to find a true
when Valentine’s Day is right
you can love, even if you don’t love who is equally confident. think about it. This person The best love you can give is
around the corner.
has been with you for all your
to yourself. When you look
This feeling can prompt peo-
life and cares about nothing
around the corner and see
ple to seek out relationships:
more but the best for you.
people sharing a hug and a
there - you’re the only single
dating apps, mixers in the
That person? It’s you.
kiss, it’s okay to feel a little
person in the room. You see
dorms, heading downtown to
Before you start to share your
blue, but don’t worry about
A ride to get treatment for
couples walking around on
find a companion. Sometimes
feelings and love for others,
it too much. Remind yourself
a health issue shouldn’t cost
campus holding hands and
our loneliness causes us to
the first thing you must do
that your number one love is
sharing a kiss. You’re bound
throw ourselves into some-
is love yourself. To truly feel
you; you love who you are and
to see a romantic dinner at
thing without thinking. These
fulfilled in a relationship, you
what you’ve become. Don’t
one of the dining halls, while
encounters can turn messy,
must know how you truly
pursue a relationship out of
sitting by yourself staring
and can hurt both partners
feel and what you really love.
jealousy, but let love take its
down at your slice of pizza to
if neither can truly commit.
You must love your perks and
course and find you.
avoid being seen. This is all
These habits of obsessing over your flaws and prioritize your
Sometimes that special some-
cially because Uber can’t go as made worse when your class-
romantic love and seeking out happiness and love above all
one isn’t going to be right
fast as the ambulance.
mates talk about their dates
a relationship every day is not
else. The love you have for
around the corner, even after
from the weekend and an-
recommended, and it com-
you will help you to prioritize
nounce their engagements on
promises your true desires
social media. It’s hard not to
and feelings.
start to give yourself uncondiyour needs and wants and will tional love. The key is pahelp you feel more confident.
feel envious about not having
But I feel there is someone
Confidence is the most at-
are serious, but would find out had they called an ambulance. Ambulances also lower waiting times for patients whereas Uber rides will have someone who cannot drive themselves waiting with people who could.
so much that people would rather put their health at risk than pay that bill. A patient in an Uber ride needed medical attention and couldn’t afford it, they might not make it to the hospital in time, espe-
To reduce the risk, ambulances should be covered by insurance with the possible exception of medical equipment and services.
BY SARAH COSTELLO STAFF WRITER
E
veryone has been
a significant other, especially
And if that’s tainting the
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Charger Poll T BY ALESSIA BICKNESE OPINION EDITOR
he flu season is ripe, folks, and the germs are
spreading. Apparently, we’re doing a pretty good job at keeping it to ourselves at the University, though. The majority of us have steered clear of the flu so far this winter, but it’s still out there. So wash your hands, eat your vegetables, and don’t let your peers sneeze on you. Oh! And get your flu shot. It’s not too late! Don’t forget to follow @ChargerPoll to participate in weekly polls that will be featured in the Charger Bulletin every week!
“Being a college athlete has helped me learn how to work hard for something, and how to be a part of a team. The early mornings, and long road trips have taught me to work hard and enjoy the company of my teammates. It has allowed me to be stress free while on the field and has given me an escape from the other aspects of my life.” - Samantha Errera, sophomore criminal justice major with a concentration in investigative services.
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Spotify Playlist of the Week BY MEGHAN MAHAR ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR
P
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icture this: you’re in your friend’s basement on a Friday (or Saturday) night. The party is just getting started, but it
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tion in your future, fear not, for the Charger Bulletin is here to help with hits that everyone will love: God’s Plan — Drake If you “only love [your] bed and [your] momma” (and not the girl you’ve been leading on), this song is for you. Drake has mastered the art of pairing relatable lyrics with generic beats for college-ready bangers. Rockstar — Post Malone, 21 Savage
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Everyone can sing along to this track with minimal vocal range— and your friends will inevitably sing the one part when 21 Savage says his “wifey say [he’s] lookin’ like a whole snack.” I Love College — Asher Roth Though its image of college life might not offer the best advice, “I Love College” is a classic from the early 2000’s. Pour It Up — Rihanna
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Change it up from the typical Rihanna songs like “Work” and “Bitch Better Have My Money” with “Pour It Up” from her 2012 album Unapologetic. iSpy (feat. Lil Yachty) — KYLE This throwback to 2016/summer 2017 will send everyone back to moments filled with warmth and sunshine. Feeling Myself — Nicki Minaj, Beyonce The second that people at the party process the west coast synth as Nicki’s “Feeling Myself” intro, everyone will stop their con-
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versations to jam. All Night Longer — Sammy Adams Sammy Adams has the perfect party song for evenings that turn into mornings: especially when you want to keep the energy going. Bank Account — 21 Savage No college student that I know has 8 M’s in their bank account, but people love this song anyway… Even if it’s a subtle reminder of the crippling debt that many students incur. Fergalicious — Fergie, will.i.am No one will be able to resist enjoying one of the most iconic bops of our generation: “Fergalicious” by none other than The Dutchess herself, Fergie.
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Snapchat Gets Backlash After Update BY MATTHEW VERRILLI CONTRIBUTING WRITER
T
he image messaging
each other that would disap-
updates from celebrities to
ing all stories and advertising
or advertising content as well
pear after about 10 seconds
news and sports updates. By
content, with the most recent
as any public stories from ac-
from the time it was opened.
2016, Snapchat had gained a
stories at the top of the page.
counts partnered with Snap-
Eventually, updates brought
following of over 150 million
However, the update has
chat. This change sparked
about well received changes
daily users.
mixed the personal messages
much confusion for users and
such as the addition of “sto-
As with anything that is able with stories which is the main
the confusion quickly turned
and multimedia mobile app
ries” which allows users to
to amass so many followers
point of concern. If someone
Snapchat, first released in
post their pictures or videos
or users, there is some hate
updates their story, even if
September of 2011, is synony-
to a “story” where it would
or criticism to be expected.
you never message them,
Snapchat has stated that the
mous with teens and young
remain for 24 hours.
This criticism was more than
their story post will bump any
app could be confusing to use,
adults. Typically, well re-
Since then, both Instagram
to hate. In the past, the CEO of
apparent with the most recent personal messages further
and the update was meant
update that was released for
down your feed with only the
to be a way to make the app
the app is now under criticism this feature. Another addition
the app. Prior to the update,
2 or 3 most recent people
more accessible to those who
due to its most recent update.
to Snapchat was the “Discov-
all personal snapchats as
messaged remaining on top.
had this same way of think-
The social media app first
ery” page which allows users
messages were located on
The page that had previously
ing. The biggest complaint
ceived and liked by its users,
and Facebook have adopted
started out as a way for users
to view content from advertis- one page and were seperated
featured the story content
to send pictures or videos to
ers or media outlets including
now contains the “Discovery”
from another page contain-
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Snapchat Apple’s HomePod the Newest and Most Expensive Home Assistant Update Continued from pg. 10 by many seems to be that the
BY LAUREN COHEN STAFF WRITER
Users have become so an-
T
noyed with the update that
last year at Apple’s World-
some have started to move
wide Developers Conference.
to other social media apps
On Feb. 9, the HomePod
to post story content such
officially hit stores and, since
as Instagram. The negativ-
then, has been receiving
ity toward this update is
mixed reviews from buyers
reflected in many ways, most
and critics. The one drawback
notably the reviews on the
those wanting to purchase the
App Store for Snapchat which
HomePod may have is that
now has a mere 1.9 out of 5
the HomePod only is compat-
stars in addition to thousands
ible with Apple devices that
of negative tweets about the
are updated to the current
updates. This isn’t the first
iOS 11.
update was automatic and people didn’t have a choice in adopting the new layout.
time a social media site has
millions of songs for users
hit song “Bodak Yellow.” The
Guardian.
commercial was received well
During Super Bowl LII,
In 2014, Amazon released
in layout. Many were angered
sponse to its success, the
in 2008 when Facebook had
company has also released an
forced all users to switch to
Amazon Echo and Amazon
the new layout which was pre- Dot. Google hopped on the bandwagon in 2016 and came out with Google Home. With
that there is currently no
all these competitor products
plans to change the layout
in the market, what makes
back, but that may be soon to
the HomePod so special?
change. There is a petition on
“It’s the ultimate music
Change.org centered around
authority, bringing together
removing the new update and
Apple Music and Siri to learn
has received well over 1 mil-
your taste in music. It’s also
lion signatures and is quickly
an intelligent home assistant,
growing.
capable of handling everyday tasks,” said Apple.
by viewers and is almost at 48 million views on YouTube. Apple so far has not released any promotional vid-
about Apple’s newest addition
Amazon Alexa and, in re-
The company has stated
the HomePod has access to
an article posted to The
he world first learned
faced criticism for a change
viously optional.
With having Apple Music,
eos showcasing the HomePod in action, rather just videos of the HomePod itself with music set to them. “Siri helps you find exactly what you want to hear, and what you want to hear next — including new music across a huge range of genres and moods,” said Apple. For virtually less features than Google Home and Amazon’s products, the HomePod to listen to. iOS users can
Amazon commercials aired
control the HomePod right on for Alexa with a star studded
starts at $349 and comes in two colors. Competitor prices
their music app. The speaker
cast. In the commercial, Alexa are more than half the price.
itself, however, does not have
loses her voice and celebri-
Google Home starts at $99
Bluetooth compatibility. Us-
ties like Cardi B, and Rebel
and Google Home Mini starts
ers who wish to project music
Wilson are seen filing in for
at $39. Amazon products like
to the HomePod need to use
her. Someone asks Alexa
Alexa, Dot and Echo range
Apple’s AirPlay.
to play country music and
from $40 to $140.
“You can send audio from apps, including Spotify, that implement AirPlay but you lose any advanced audio control through Siri, limited to volume, pause and skip. Your iPhone or iPad needs to remain on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network too, as it is the conduit through which the audio flows,” said
Cardi B ends up playing her
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Chargers Hoops Sweeps American International The Chargers came out
BY CHRIS DIGERONIMO SPORTS EDITOR
C
Kerr is currently fourth in
points, respectively, in their
he notched 30 points for the
strong with playoff implica-
the NE-10 in scoring averag-
last regular season home
third time this season, with a
tions on the line. New Haven
ing 16.8 points a game. The
game as Chargers.
career high of eight 3-point-
led for all but nine minutes in
Chargers continued to keep
the game and they controlled
the scoring up as they shot
to play again as they held
45 percent as a team from
American International to 36
Vasic joined his classmate
the field and 27 percent from
percent shooting and 22 per-
on the spree with 13 points.
behind the arc.
cent from behind the arc. The
The Chargers’ 98 points was
combination of the clicking
a season high and matched
oming off a defensive the tempo.
59-41 victory against Bloom-
With 1:23 left in the second
New Haven’s defense came
ers. He also had eight assists and four steals.
field on Monday February
quarter, Kerr drove to the
12, women’s basketball took
basket and sank a layup that
the court Saturday on senior
made her the 19th player
mack helped to keep the
offense and the stingy de-
the most points scored under
night to take on American In-
in program history to reach
field goal percentage up as
fense, the Chargers were able
coach Ted Hotaling. The
ternational at Charger Gym.
the 1,000-point milestone.
she shot 7-9 from the field,
to beat the Yellow Jackets,
Chargers shot a season high
Kerr finished the game with
and contributed 16 points
73-61.
61 percent from the field,
came into the matchup need-
a double double, scoring 29
and seven rebounds. Seniors
ing only 10 points to reach a
points and grabbing a season
Quana Smith and Khayla
the court again on Tuesday,
also swished in season high
1,000-career point milestone.
high 12 rebounds.
Trowell scored 11 and five
February 20, as they take on
16 3-pointers. Other shooters
LeMoyne on the road. New
that contributed to this offen-
Haven’s playoff hopes remain
sive burst were sophomores
Junior Alexandria Kerr
Sophomore Micah Wor-
The Chargers will take
(Below) Danny Upchurch alive with a win at LeMoyne tries for one of the 30 points along with the outcome of he scored on Saturday
Shyanna Mohagel/The Charger Bulletin
(Above) Coach Ted Hotaling brings the team together during a home game against American International
hitting 36 field goals. They
Derrick Rowland and Elijah Bailey, who finished with 12
Saint Rose vs. Pace. If every-
and 11 points, respectively.
thing falls in the Chargers’
The defense played a pivotal
favor, they could secure the
role as they were able to hold
fifth and final spot in the NE-
the Yellow Jackets to 40 per-
10 tournament.
cent shooting and 19 percent
Men’s basketball took the
from behind the arc, while
court for the nightcap of the
forcing 17 turnovers. With
senior night double-header
this win, the Chargers secured
against American Interna-
the third seed in the NE-10
tional. The Chargers honored
Tournament and will receive
seniors Danny Upchurch,
a bye into the quarterfinals
Tommy Hunt, Mihailo Vasic,
on Sunday, February 25. New
and Joe Doganiero before the
Haven will return to the court
98-48 victory over the Yel-
as they take on LeMoyne on
lowjackets.
the road on Tuesday, Febru-
Upchurch stole the show as
ary 20.
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Chargers Softball Preview BY CHRIS DIGERONIMO SPORTS EDITOR
S
pring has almost
sprung and that means it is almost time for softball season. Last season the Chargers finished the season with an overall record of 30-16, with 19 of those wins coming from within NE-10 conference play. New Haven finished the 2017 regular season in third place behind Merrimack and reigning NE-10 Champions Adelphi. The Chargers will look for redemption this season as they were bounced in the first round of the NE-10 tournament in a heartbreaking 6-4 loss to Lemoyne. New Haven entered the NCAA DII East Region Championship as the No. 4 seed but were upset again in double elimination by fifth seeded Mercy and eighth seeded Wilmington. If there were ever a time to get revenge, 2018 would be the season to do it. The Chargers will have 17 players returning to the roster in 2018 including six of eight NE-10 postseason award winners. This experienced bunch will look to live up to the hype as they were picked to finish second in the NE-10 South-
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west Division preseason poll
I have all the confidence in
as voted on by the leagues 15
the world in this team,” said
head coaches. New Haven
sophomore pitcher Megan
received 71 total points and
Butts.
three first place votes in the
Butts was the NE-10 Rookie
poll.
of the Year in 2017 and was
As the Chargers take the field
Challenges of a Student Athlete three practice sessions a day, BY KELLY QUIGLEY WOMEN’S SOCCER
and in much need of food and
also named to the NE-10
B
sleep. Once the semester
athlete is a privilege and an
not only do you have five or
this spring, the task at hand
All-Conference Second Team
opportunity. I feel blessed to
more classes and three-hour
may be tough, but the players
along with NE-10 All-Rookie
have been recruited by not
practices to attend, you have
Team.
only a top university for my
designated study hall hours
major, sport management,
that are mandatory as well as
believe there is enough talent
around them to make a differ- Junior infielder/outfielder ence this season. “I’m really excited for this
eing a student
Taylor Luzzi had a more mod- but also by a highly regarded est approach to the upcoming women’s soccer team.
season because we have so
season as she stated that the
much talent on the field and
Chargers have to take it one
at the plate. We have a target
game at a time.
on our back from how well we
“We are a very hardworking
did last year (in the regular
team and I believe that we
season) and I’m eager to see
will do very well this season.
how we respond to that,” said
We take it one day at a time
sophomore outfielder Cath-
and give it our all so that we
erine Vaughan who carries
can be successful in the end.
some hardware from the 2017
All we need to do is take it
season.
one game at a time. If we do
begins, your need for time management and organization kicks into full gear. Now
extracurricular student athlete responsibilities including
Receiving academic and
team lifts, coach’s meetings, athletic scholarships to attend film sessions, and possibly the University of New Haven treatment for injuries. took hard work and determi-
This doesn’t include the
nation, and along the way I
time spent if you join a club,
experienced more adversity
if you need to go to the Center
than I thought I could endure. for Learning, or if just maybe When you speak to an athyou want to eat dinner that lete of any sport about what
day. If you do the math for
he or she needs in order to be
all of these things to get done
successful, each will say “time
in a 24-hour day, nothing
Rookie of the week twice
management.” I learned this that, I believe we will go much the day I stepped on campus. further this season,” said In the fall of 2014, I began
and was named to the NE-10
Luzzi.
my freshmen preseason with
All- Conference Third Team
In the Snowbird Freezeout
the New Haven women’s soc-
that professors, family,
and All- Rookie First Team in
Tournament in Myrtle Beach
cer team. It was the hardest
friends, and even coaches
2017. The Chargers will look
last weekend, the Chargers
two weeks of conditioning
forget athletes go through.
went 3-2, defeating two other
and playing I ever faced.
I respect college students a
from last season onto the field ranked teams.
Preseason is not two weeks of
great deal because courses at
this season.
The Chargers will play their
athletes feeling out our new
this level are difficult. Add the
first game on Tuesday, March
home. Student athletes help
schedule of a student athlete
this year and I think we’re
6 at home in a doubleheader
new students and their fami-
on top of it all, and it seems
just going to keep the mo-
against Queens College. New
lies unpack cars, move into
impossible. It takes a special
mentum going from last year
Haven will kick off NE-10
dorm rooms and we are there
kind of person to participate
and have another awesome
Conference play on Wednes-
to answer questions and give
in college athletics, and I take
season. People will definitely
day, March 21 as they take on
direction. These athletes do
pride in being one of these
see us as the team to beat and
Pace on the road.
this with a smile even though
people.
Vaughan was the NE-10
to carry over their success
“We have a lot of returners
they are exhausted from the
adds up, and a social life of a regular college student has not even been discussed. There are many struggles
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STUDENT LIFE
Sports Industry Club’s Growing Presence SIC was founded in 2006 as
and campus-wide. They’ve
the club had lunch with the
planning a larger event this
BY KARINA KRUL STUDENT LIFE EDITOR
the Sports Management Club,
added positions to their
National Lacrossa League
semester, which Handley
according to Garrett Handley,
E-Board and event-specific
Commissioner Nick Sakie-
explains as being the club’s
T
senior sports management
staff. Handley says this is all
wicz, which he described as
“staple event.” According
major and SIC president, but
in the spirit of giving the club
a great event “especially for
to Handley, although SIC
was soon rebranded as SIC.
members more experience
a freshman who was just get-
has held events in the past,
Handley said that, three years
and help figuring out what
ting his feet wet in the major
they have never held a larger
ago, the club achieved gold
they want to do.
and college life.”
one that is known by many
he Sports Industry
Club (SIC) offers students an inside look at what happens in the sports industry field, from lunch with industry professional to behind the scenes tours of sport centers. This year they are looking to increase their campus outreach and break into the top 20 percent of student-run organizations, giving them voting rights in the Undergraduate Student Government Association.
status, and the has seen a “steady increase” since then. Last year was their first year with a budget and this year it is even larger. He wants to
“That’s another goal, to
Fernicola says his experi-
help people find what they’re
ence as Marketing Chairman
this semester is to make that
actually passionate about in
has greatly influenced his
happen. Handley said it will
sports,” said Handley.
time in SIC and on campus.
increase SIC’s presence on
Chris Fernicola, sophomore
“Only being a sophomore
campus as well as provide “a
continue that growth and has
sports management major,
and seeing what we have ac-
more realistic experience for
additional long-term goals
is the Marketing Chairman
complished so far and seeing
members.”
of SIC members being more
for SIC, one of the added
the direction where we are
active on campus and turn-
E-Board positions. Fernicola
heading is such a rewarding
to this staple event sometime
ing the club into a networking
joined SIC his freshman year
thing and it only makes us
in April, along with the club’s
tool for current members.
to increase his involvement
work harder,” said Fernicola.
next travel event, happening
on campus. He remembers
In terms of increasing their
This year, SIC is expanding its outreach both internally
one event in particular, when
A
t the University of
New Haven, students, faculty and staff can destress with the campus wellness program. The program here on campus started in March of 2016, and has grown. With a fitness and wellness schedule, there are variety of exercises which include yoga and different types of meditation. Gabriella Miceli, Assistant Director of Campus Recre-
Students can look forward
on April 11th.
on-campus outreach, SIC is
ChargerREC Breaks into Wellness BY NICOLE RIVERA CONTRIBUTING WRITER
students, and the goal for
when they should be the first ones to keep a priority in
ation Fitness, Wellness and
other wellness programs alike
ing about when meditation
their lives,” said Miceli. “It
OutdoorRec, said, “There is
that are nontraditional. This
and yoga classes are held and
is important to take care of
a need for it on campus with
gives the students a place to
also when there will be more
ourselves so that we can give
the students.”
relax and restore from the
events to help with stress.
one hundred percent in our
stresses of college life that
“Wellness is essential to
Miceli teaches some
30-minute meditation classes. many face in a welcoming and self-care and many people feel selfish for taking the
daily lives.” Every month has a theme,
Miceli said that most people
fun environment.”
say they come to the program
Various students who are ask- time out to help themselves,
Wellness Wednesday, which
because they want to relax
Jordan Campbell/The Charger Bulletin
includes coloring, massage
and once a month there’s
and get their minds off work
therapy, and other activities
and school.
students can participate in
“I believe that the program has brought in students that are looking for a differ-
and escape from doing their work. Miceli said she wants the
ent of campus recreation,”
program to keep growing.
said Miceli. “Students have
She’s moving toward that goal
participated in our free chair
by bringing the program to
massages, destress coloring,
the resident halls.
affirmation board making and
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STUDENT LIFE
Candidates for The Life of an Orientation USGA Top Sports Leader Run Unopposed BY CORINA RODRIGUEZ CONTRIBUTING WRITER
T
he Undergraduate
Student Government Association (USGA) is holding elections for the 2018-19 academic year. However, the candidates for USGA president, Parker Johnson and USGA treasurer, Ian Maloney, are running unopposed. So why don’t more students run for a USGA office? USGA President Nicolette C. Angelli said she doesn’t have a definite answer. “We have many involved, passionate, and qualified undergraduate students on this campus,” said Angelli. “But I trust that each individual had their own personal reasons for deciding not to run.” Some students said they do not run for office because of the commitment that being a USGA executive requires. “Honestly, I think that students are just too busy with all of their school work and other responsibilities to run for something like USGA, which can obviously be very time consuming,” said Hannah Glynn, sophomore
national security major. Danielle Martin, a sophomore criminal justice and legal studies double major, says that perhaps there aren’t more students running because not many understand
BY LAUREN COHEN STAFF WRITER
N
icholas Mroczka,
a senior English major with a concentration in secondary
what it means to be in an
education from Middletown,
executive position.
Conn. had the opportunity
“There isn’t much information given if you’re not in USGA, and maybe not many members of USGA want a more prominent leadership role,” said Martin. Candidates for the executive board must meet certain qualifications. A student who wants to run for president or treasurer must have served for two semesters as senator, media head, class representa-
to be an Orientation Leader (OL) this past summer. His favorite part of the job is
via Nick Mroczka
Nick Mroczka (being held) with his orientation group
connecting with students and
favorite part of being an OL
learning how to be an ally
helping them to grow indi-
was, Mroczka said it was the
for minorities, the lgbtqia+
vidually.
bonds he developed with his
community and any other
students. He says he enjoys
oppressed populations so
is to become a high school
catching up with them and
that their issues are heard,”
teacher. Mroczka is on the
seeing the progression they
Mroczka said.
hockey team, plays trumpet
make in leadership activities.
His goal once he graduates
for the jazz band and is the
“I truly gained a family
Some may think that being an OL might just seem like
tive, or primary club repre-
Vice President of Operations
within my orientation groups.
running SOAR. However, ac-
sentative. The student must
for USGA.
#TeamNick,” Mroczka said.
cording to Mroczka, there is
He did admit that his least
a lot more behind the scenes
also carry 12 credit hours, have at least a 2.75 GPA, and
Mroczka recounted his experience being in orientation
favorite part were the long
that goes on, including pre-
with his OL as he explained
days and the preparation
paring for SOAR and working
why he decided to apply. He
which went into SOAR. Most
on CSELO events.
wanted to improve what he
days he would work 8 a.m. to
Day one of SOAR for an
look good on a resume, but
saw emulated from his own
10 p.m., outdoors in the heat.
OL begins at 5:30 a.m. and
it’s not worth it if you’re not
OL, who was unable to keep
However, he believes that his
doesn’t end until 12:30 a.m.
passionate about it,” said
a bond with the students.
experience is worth it.
Mroczka said that he would
Ariel Williams, sophomore
Mroczka’s goal as an OL is
have completed 57 credit hours by July 1 of the year they will hold office. “I can imagine that it would
interior design major. The second debate between Johnson and Maloney will be at 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 20 in Gehring 301.
“I like to advocate for oth-
to have a better relationship
ers and be a voice for people
with his students then his OL
who are oppressed and feel
had with him.
like they don’t have a voice.
When asked what his
I spent my college career
get off duty at 12:30 a.m. and go to bed an hour later.
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USGA Hosts First Debate BY EVERETT BISHOP STAFF WRITER
Student Tweets of the Week
U
said Johnson. “I didn’t just
community, despite their
want to run because I had
involvement in USGA.
the opportunity. I wanted to
niversity of New
Haven’s USGA hosted a debate on Tuesday (Feb. 13), in the Henry C. Lee building. The debate, which started at 9:00 p.m., allowed both candidates for USGA treasurer and USGA president to participate in a forum and present their platforms to the student body. Ian Maloney and Parker Johnson, both junior criminal justice majors, are candidates for USGA treasurer and president respectively. Both are running unopposed. Johnson decided to run for USGA president after serving on USGA since her freshman year at the university and after serving as executive assistant of the executive board. “It’s not something I originally planned on doing,”
Maloney’s platform cov-
make sure that I was run-
ers “four key points” that
ning because I am passionate
he would like to see enacted
about USGA and I have ideas
during his term as USGA
to better the student body.”
treasurer. The first is to create
Maloney made the decision
a checklist, or “cheat sheet”,
to run for treasurer because
of necessary paperwork and
he felt that he was “good with
materials that need to be
money” and that improve-
completed in order for RSOs
ments could be made to how
(Recognized Student Orga-
organizations on campus
nizations) to request funding
received and utilized their
or plan events. The next few
funding.
points would work on allow-
When it came time for the
ing RSOs to see what their
candidates to announce their
budgets’ are and how they
platforms, Johnson took the
came to be that way, allowing
time to describe her goals
organizations to use budgeted
using “three pillars” that
funds as they see fit across
included “honesty and clarity,
budget lines, and to increase
dedication and passion, and
the amount of diversity seen
inclusivity and approachabil-
in USGA representation.
ity.” Through these pillars,
When summarizing his
Johnson hopes to create a
platform and talking about
USGA that is more open and
what he wished to accomplish
inclusive to all members of
for RSOs, Maloney said “We
the University of New Haven
want to hand them the tools to be successful.” A second debate for USGA treasurer and president will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 20, at 9:00 p.m. in Henry C. Lee.
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Parker Johnson (left) and Ian Maloney (right) are the two candidates running for USGA president and treasurer, respectively Amanda SantamariaThe Charger Bulletin