February 20

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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OPINIONS

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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F E AT U R E S

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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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“The Aux Cord”

icture this: you’re in your friend’s basement on a Friday (or Saturday) night. The party is just getting started, but it

needs something more before more people show up. It’s your job to save the day-- you have the aux cord. If you see this situa-

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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