Kean University - The Cougar's Byte - March 29, 2011

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A LITTLE BIT OF UNITY GOES A LONG WAY Members of the Kean community gather for the opening ceremony of unity week 2011 Garieka Godfrey

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tudents mingling, music playing and dancing: this was the scene of the first day of Unity Week 2011 at Kean University.

Held in the University Center atrium on Monday, March 21, the event was attended by scores of students, including members of the Kean University Historical Society, the accounting club, the African Students Association, the American Sign Language club, the Muslim Student Association, the Middle Eastern South Asian Association, the Kean University Gay Alliance Reformation, Kean University Council for Exceptional

Children, the human rights club and the Kean University Chapter of the American Meteorological Association.

As students toured the atrium, they were given the opportunity to learn about Student Organization, as well as the different funded and non-funded groups featured at the university. They were also treated to candies, snacks and engaging mini-experiments.

According to Dare Thompson, the president of Student Organization, “Unity Week represents cohesion, learning about, accepting and embracing different cultures.” Dr. Dawood Farahi, the president of Kean University, agreed and added that the diversity of students and employees at Kean is what makes the campus so great. Benito Nieves, vice president of funded groups for Student Organization, pointed out that one of the most exceptional things about Unity Week is that since its beginning to 2011, the week, which features various events that elaborate on different cultures and practices, has adapted and expanded. The event continues to do so today, reflecting the growth and development of Kean.

COLLEGE HOUR KID PART 4 Happy Days With Lauren Petrucelli Zachary Valdes

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hen asked to name her favorite song, Lauren Petrucelli’s sky blue eyes lit up with excitement. After thumbing through her iPod for a moment, Petrucelli pointed out “Take Over Control”, a dance music piece by Dutch recording artist, Eva Simons. “Whenever my friends and I are going out, we listen to it on the way,” she said excitedly. The energetic song provides a fitting soundtrack for the Kean University sophomore’s highly active lifestyle.

Born and raised in the northern New Jersey town of Wood-Ridge, Petrucelli has always held a mighty passion for sports. During Lauren Petrucelli her scholastic career at Queen of Peace High School in North Arlington, Petrucelli played softball, basketball and tennis. She participated in track and field as well. In continuing her education at Kean University, the commuter student has kept her racquet in hand; she now competes as a member of the women’s tennis team.

Of the classes that she has taken so far at Kean, Petrucelli reflects fondly upon psychology 1000 and principles of marketing. She usually passes time in-between classes by relaxing with her iPod at one of the many campus lounge areas. She might also be spotted in the university computer labs where she finishes homework assignments, or at the university center cafeteria, where her meal-of-choice is pasta and soup.

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Students in attendance also felt that Unity Week was an important part of Kean. “Unity Week is a week dedicated to the understanding of all the cultures all over, and it is a celebration

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IN THE PRESENCE OF A LEGEND

Multitalented superstar, John Legend to speak at the 2011 undergraduate commencement Garieka Godfrey

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raduating students will be treated to a special experience on Thursday, May 12, 2011, at the undergraduate commencement ceremonies, when Grammy awardwinning artist, John Legend delivers his commencement address. Legend, a recording artist, actor, musician and philanthropist, has received nine Grammy awards and was named one of Time magazine’s “100 Most Influential People”.

Prior to the release of his debut album in 2004 titled, Get Lifted, he collaborated with various well-known artists including Kanye West, Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, and Fort Minor. Get Lifted was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and has sold 3 million copies worldwide. He has continued to be successful both in music and film.

Apart from entertainment, Legend

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John Legend, 2011 Kean University undergraduate commencement speaker

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GOT A CASE OF THE WINTER BLUES? Seasonal Depression may be the cause KEAN UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE University Center room 215 1000 Morris Avenue Union, NJ 07083 (908) 737-5179 cbyte@kean.edu The Cougar’s Byte is a weekly leadership and service newsletter where you will find up to the minute information on all things related to student life at Kean University.

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his winter has been one for the books.

As a matter of fact, New Jersey has had record snowfalls and winter storm watches, warnings and advisories every week. Everywhere on campus, students have complained about the weather conditions and are beginning to sound quite grumpy. In light of this, it may be that students are beginning to feel the effects of seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

Seasonal affective disorder is a type of depression that occurs during the winter months.

Thankfully, the symptoms slowly improve in the spring. The cause is not completely understood by doctors, but the depression is thought to be related to several issues such as ambient light when people do not get enough light as the night hours are longer during the winter months –, body temperature – where the body’s regulated temperature slightly drops with the cold – and hormone regulation.

Symptoms usually start in the late fall months

and on into winter. Some the symptoms might be an increased appetite with weight gain, afternoon sleepiness with a decrease in energy and concentration, increased sleep, lack of energy, loss of interest in work, unhappiness and irritability.

Like most types of depression, there are varying degrees of symptoms and the more serious symptoms will indicate the need for a visit to a health care provider or counseling center.

However, many develop only mild symptoms and there are various steps that can be taken in order to feel better.

Exercise is a very effective treatment for seasonal affective disorder. Aerobic exercise increases the neurotransmitter called serotonin in the brain and helps us to have a sense of well being. Yoga and meditation are helpful methods too. There are classes offered as well as a full gym and the “Fit to be Kean” club in the Harwood Arena.

A high nutrient diet helps regulate mood. Green vegetables and fruits are the most effective.

EDITING THE FILM CLUB

Jasmiah Jasper Staff Writer

he film club has officially opened to all Kean University students! The film club was formed towards the end of the 2010 year and had its first meeting in February 2011. This particular club is built to guide and provide students who are majoring in, as well as anyone interested in the film industry, with additional information to help prepare them for the elaborate and highly technical field, whether it is for a class or just for general information or simply those who are curious.

The club is a part of the Communication department. The club president, Steve Mendoza, describes his members as determined and adaptable. “Right now, the students barely use the school’s equipment because they’ve [already] offered to use their own.”

Creative Arts Specialists Hemanshu Agnihotri Jonathan Lopez Assistant Director Student Life and Media Services Scott K. Snowden Jr.

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The film club is filled with students who are handy with different fields, which is useful for people who are considering learning about production and editing. The members can gather to learn new skills from one another. Also, getting help with instructions on using specific types of software is a bonus with the film club.

In spite of previous years, struggling to gain support and supplies, the film club is working towards a promising new approach during the spring semester. Members are avidly working to ensure the club is secure, encouraging students to join and show support for their mission so their activities can be ongoing.

There are several goals the film club is presently aspiring towards: to increase their organization ablilites and working avidly so that their short films surpass the quality of those that are produced in most film classes. However, their ultimate goal is to create numerous projects and compete in film festivals around the country.

The film club meets every Thursday in the Maxine and Jack Center for Academic Success (CAS) in room 450, from 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. There is often a Monday meeting which is reserved for technical showings of green screen set-ups and utilizing special effects on the computer. The Monday meetings are usually held in the University Center (UC).

Upcoming events and additional information can be found on the CougarLink website at http://kean.collegiatelink.net.

Jasmiah Jasper, freshman English major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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Lastly, light therapy is known to help those with seasonal affective disorder. Sitting under bright lights during the day can help restore circadian rhythms. Many try to get outdoors even in the cold weather to take advantage of some natural light too.

For this and any other concerns for one’s health, students are advised to visit the Kean Counseling Center or Health Services for additional information.

Rebecca Bowe, sophomore theatre major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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Along with high nutrient foods, the latest nutrition research shows that many American citizens are deficient in vitamin D. When there is less available sun light in the winter, there is less vitamin D production in the skin. A vitamin D deficiency can disturb the production of serotonin (that feel good chemical again). Many physicians are recommending a supplement of vitamin D in the winter months because of this.

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The club is involved with other organizations and events, so volunteer work for students is available for those interested in joining this club.

The film club is always looking for new opportunities to improve their skills and gain additional experience outside of the classroom.

For instance, if the dance club needs an event or showcase filmed, edited and transformed into a commendable DVD product, the film club is ready to help them.

Creative Arts Manager Luis Ayala

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N2M - Nothing too much NBD - No big deal NE - Any Ne1 - Anyone NE2H - Need to have NM Nothing much/ Nevermind NMU - Not much, you?

NO1 - No one NTHING - Nothing NVM - Never mind NVR - Never O4U - Only for you OP - On phone OTB - Off to bed OVA - Over OYO - On your own P2P - Peer to peer P911 - Parent alert PEEPS - People PLD - Played QFE - Question for everyone QL - Quit laughing QQ - Quick question RME - Rolling my eyes RBAY - Right back at you RU - Are you?

RUT - Are u (you) there?

RUOK - Are you okay?

S2S - Sorry to say SAT - Sorry about that SB - Should be SH - Same here SOS - Meaning help SPK - Speak SRSLY - Seriously SMH - Shaking my head SRY - Sorry SS - So sorry SUL - See you later SUP - What's up?

SYL - See you later SYS - See you soon T+ - Think positive T4BU - Thanks for being you T:)T - Think happy thoughts TAFN - That's all for now TAU - Thinking about u (you) TBC - To be continued TBD - To be determined TBH - To be honest TBL - Text back later TC - Take care TCB - Take care of business TCOY - Take care of yourself TFS - Thanks for sharing TG - Thank goodness TGIF - Thank God it's Friday THX - Thanks THT - Think happy thoughts THNX - Thanks THNQ - Thank-you TIR - Teacher in room TMB - Text me back TMB - Tweet me back TMI - Too much information TNT - Til next time TOJ - Tears of joy TSNF - That's so not fair TSTB - The sooner, the

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better TTFN - Ta ta for now TTLY - Totally TTUL - Talk to you later TU - Thank you TTYL - Talk to you later TTYS - Talk to you soon TYS - Told you so TYT - Take your time TYSO - Thank you so much UCMU - You crack me up UDM - U (You) da (the) man UFN - Until further notice UOK - (Are) You ok?

UR - Your / You're USU - Usually UW - You're welcome VBS - Very big smile VIP - Very important person VM - Voice mail VN - Very nice VRY - Very W@ - What?

W/ - With W’S^ - What’s up?

W/B - Welcome back W8 - Wait WAN2TLK - Want to talk WC - Welcome W/E - Whatever W/END - Weekend WE - Whatever WH5 - Who, what, when, where, why WIBNI - Wouldn't it be nice if WIU - Wrap it up WK - Week WKD - Weekend W/O - Without WRK - Work WRU@ - Where are you at?

WTG - Way to go WUF - Where are you from?

WUP - What's up?

WUZ - Meaning "was" WUZ4dina - What’s for dinner?

WYWH - Wish you were here XD - Meaning "really hard laugh" (where D is a smiley mouth) XOXOXO - Hugs & Kisses XLNT - Excellent Y? - Why? YIU - Yes, I understand YKW - You know what YR - Your/Yeah right YT - You there?

YW - You're welcome ZH - Sleeping Hour ZOT - Zero tolerance ZUP - Meaning "What's up?"

ZZZZ - Sleeping (or bored)

Octavia Knight, senior media and film major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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ABC; IT IS AS EASY AS 1, 2, 3

SUMMER & FALL 2011

Dr.Tamara Clark directs students towards success!

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n Tuesday, March 8, 2011, Dr. Tamara Clark led the workshop ABC’s of Becoming Successful in the University Center Little Theatre. Dr. Tamara Clark is a full-time college campus chair at the University of Phoenix for both undergraduate and graduate students. She also has her own businesses with non-profit organizations and is involved with human resources at afterschool tutorial programs.

Dr. Clark began the workshop with asking the audience to introduce themselves with their names, majors, class status and future goals. There was a very diverse audience varying from accounting majors, business majors, music majors, film majors, and graduate students.

Dr. Clark discussed the difference between a plan and a strategy while the audiences shared their future plans and how they are preparing to successfully accomplish them. Dr. Clark defined success as, “the ability to achieve specific goals and objectives” or “a favorable outcome based on hard work and determination.”

The audience was also involved in discussing reasons why people want to be successful including financial motivation, happiness and to increase the quality of life.

Celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey, Tyler Perry and Rachel Ray were used as examples to describe people who once struggled but achieved success with hard work and passion for what they do. These celebrities connected with the right people, utilized their resources and had hope. These actions are important for anyone who wants to become successful. It is very significant for students to learn to network and establish connections because it is difficult to make them without any help.

Dr. Clark also discussed the barriers of success and solutions

to overcome them. She states, “The barriers of success are the inability to take risks, fear and mental thoughts from both the self-fulfilling prophecy and negative feedback. These obstacles can hinder success for individuals [if they] are not overcome.”

Individuals need to learn how to balance stress and anxiety as well as express their emotions to maintain stability and achieve success.

Solutions in preparation for success and to obtain goals include changing negative thoughts into positive thoughts with positive affirmations, remaining close with one’s support team and establishing relationships.

Dr. Clark states “If you are the highest level of your support team then there is something wrong.”

Everyone should have someone that they trust and that they can vent to if need be to release feelings.

A second choice is to create a plan and goals using the SMART goal format which is S for specific, M for measurable, A for attainable, R for realistic and T for timely. This criterion allows goals to be not only well thought-out, but possible as well. Dr. Clark also introduced the audience into the SWOTT criterion when it comes to achieving goals. SWOTT stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats and Trends.

This criterion can be used on both a professional and personal level when it comes to pursuing goals.

Amanda Madden, a senior communication major, states, “I thought this event was very helpful and it definitely sparked my interest of how to set effective goals that are attainable.” She continues, “Dr. Clark used many personal examples and was very in tune with the audience. She really made an effort to get to know each and every person in the audience!”

Strawberry Gallagher, junior sociology major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

Singing Auditions for Commencement Ceremonies The Theatre Management and Programming Office is holding auditions on April 6, from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Wilkins Theatre for students interested in singing at Graduate Commencement at NJPAC on May 10 and Undergraduate Commencement at the PNC Arts Center on May 12. Students should come prepared to sing the National Anthem acapella.

To schedule a time, please email Clare Drobot at cdrobot@kean.edu or call 908-737-4092.

Registration System Availability UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS Matriculated Students in good academic standing who have completed courses at Kean within the past academic year (Fall 2010 - Spring 2011).

■ Scholars*, Athletes, Students with a disability** ...Tuesday, March 22, 2011

All other matriculate undergraduates by completed credits ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

100 credits and above & Freshmen M-Z.. Wednesday, March 23, 2011 90 credits and above & Freshman A-L........Thursday, March 24, 2011 79 credits and above..........................................Friday, March 25, 2011 69 credits and above.......................................Monday, March 28, 2011 56 credits and above......................................Tuesday, March 29, 2011 51 credits and above................................Wednesday, March 30, 2011 44 credits and above.....................................Thursday, March 31, 2011 35 credits and above................................................Friday, April 1, 2011 29 credits and above............................................ Monday, April 4, 2011 0 credits and above ..............................................................April 5, 2011 All students ................................................... April 6-September 1, 2011

GRADUATE STUDENTS Graduate matriculated students in Master’s programs, graduate Certification and Non-Degree students who have been in attendance within the last six years are eligible for registration. Students who have not been in attendance within the last six years must see the Graduate Office for readmission.

■ Graduate Continuing Students .............March 22- Sept. 7, 2011 ■ Newly Admitted Graduate Students .....March 29- Sept. 7, 2011 ■ Graduate Non-Matriculated Students Summer I & II ............................................May 3- May 16, 2011 Fall 2011 .............................................. May 3- September, 2011 ■ Readmitted Students (Fall 2011) ..... May 3, 2011- Sept. 7, 2011

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Summer I 2011 ............................................................May 16, 2011 Summer II 2011 ..........................................................June 27, 2011 Fall 2011 ..........................................................September 1-7, 2011

POST-BACCALAUREATE Post- Baccalaureate Certification and PBM Students in good academic standing who have attended with in the past academic year (Spring 2010-Fall 2010). Students who have not attended in the last academic year must see the Certification Office for readmission.

■ Graduate Continuing Students ....March 22- September 7, 2011 ■ Newly Admitted Graduate Students .....March 29- Sept. 7, 2011 ■ Graduate Non-Matriculated Students Summer I & II ............................................May 3- May 16, 2011 Fall 2011 ...........................................May 3- September 7, 2011 ■ Readmitted Students (Fall 2011) ...... May 3, 2011- Sept 7, 2011

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Summer I 2011 ........................................................... May 16, 2011 Summer II 2011 ......................................................... June 27, 2011 Fall 2011 ......................................................... September 1-7, 2011

KEEPING UP WITH THE SCHOOL WORK Exploring the benefits of tutoring Kathryn Jackson

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y the middle of the semester things tend to start getting a tad bit tougher. The work load is piling on and sometimes it is very difficult to keep track of so many things due in an impossibly close time frame. At times, students can feel like their grades are slipping. However to keep on top of school work and keep grades up, students can go for tutoring. The Kean University Tutor and Learning Support Center is located in the Maxine and Jack Lane Center for Academic Success (CAS) in room 124.

Tutoring can have many benefits that some students may not realize. Tutoring provides a more personal atmosphere that students can grow in. It is outside the standard classroom and delves deeper into creating a world that nourishes a student’s personal growth. It can create close bonds between student and tutor during one-on-one session and, while in the group session., the student has the opportunity to meet and study with other students so as to learn from one another collectively.

Another benefit of tutoring is that the departments pay close attention to who they let teach their students. Professors monitor progress to ensure that the students are being taught the things that they need as well as the things that vital in that particular academic course. That is why the CAS selects and trains both

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There are many classes that a student can find a tutor in. Whether it is in English or mathematics, the Tutor and Learning Support Center works diligently to provide with a valuable tutor and mentor. The program provides students with lessons for various different course levels. It does not matter if a student is a senior or a freshman, there will always be help available for them.

The service also specializes in assisting students with specific needs. Some of these programs in this category are the SpanishSpeaking programs, English as a Second Language and the disability office for specialized needs.

Fall & Spring Semesters: Monday – Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Summer Semester: Monday, Thursday 9:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Friday, Saturday: CLOSED When classes are not in session: Fall & Spring Semesters: Monday – Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday: CLOSED

Next door to the Tutor and Learning Support Center there is a specialized center: the Writing Center. A student does not have to be an English major to get help on writing assignments; no matter what class it is. A student can always receive help using the Writing Center, located right next door to the Tutoring Center.

However, the Tutor and Learning Support Center does help a student receive help on his or her writing for a particular English course to compile a portfolio.

For more information about the Tutor and Learning Support Center, contact their office at 908-737- 0300.

A student has the opportunity to create their own tutoring schedule. The center allows drop-ins as well. The days and times are as follows:

Kathryn Jackson, sophomore English/writing major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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that I really appreciate,” commented Roselena Twyne, freshman class president and occupational therapy major.

President of the Kean University Gay Alliance Reformation and senior English major, Erin Krieg concurred, “We pride ourselves on diversity and it is important to be able to speak to and appreciate all students, and that is what unity week is about.”

Jayne Smith, junior finance major, believed that the week is important because it brings together students from various backgrounds as well as make students more aware of some of the different organizations on campus. Chazz Fellenz, sophomore

criminal justice major, feels that Unity Week is about bringing everyone together for the purpose of having fun with each other and to show school spirit.

The spring of 2011 marks Unity Week’s 13th anniversary since its inception after being conceived during a student leadership retreat in 1997. The events of the week were sponsored by the vice president of student affairs, the office of student life and leadership development and Student Organization of Kean University.

The mission was to promote cultural diversity as well as unite administrators, faculty, staff, students, and the surrounding community. In April of 1998, the first unity week event took place, with the goal to emphasize the significance of a united community.

Unity Week 2011 was sponsored by Student Organization.

Garieka Godfrey, junior psychology and sociology double major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

IT’S EASY BEING GREEN

Kean University hosts the 2011 Garden State GreenFest Strawberry Gallagher

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n Friday, March 18 through Sunday, March 20, Kean University hosted the three-day 2011 Garden State GreenFest. GreenFest is New Jersey’s leading environmental festival that occurs annually to spread awareness as well as promote a greener lifestyle.

The mission statement of GreenFest is “information, inspiration, and action”, which is exactly what took place through this educational experience. This event featured demonstrations, seminars, speakers and films on how society can lead environmentally cautious lifestyles at home, school and in the workplace.

Ayatt Elmaharawy, a sophomore majoring in biology, represented Kean University’s undergraduate admissions for GreenFest. She said, “I think it is very educational and think it

is important that children are learning about recycling, sustainability and products to use.”

Author of The Green Cheapsake, Jeff Yeager, also served as a noteworthy speaker on the first day. There were also several books promoted for purchase, including The Green Cheapsake.

For the first time, a film festival entitled Planet Hugger Film Festival took place. There was a screening of 16 different and environmentally friendly films shown in the New Jersey Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) building each evening of Greenfest.

On the first day of GreenFest, information booths were set up in Harwood Arena to educate both the students and professional faculty that attended that day. There were several different products and alternatives of everyday items that are safer and healthier for the environment including hand sanitizers, food and beverage options, recycling products among other items.

Many elementary schools, middle schools and high school students as well as Kean University students attended GreenFest this year. The tables were open to all ages to increase understanding in hopes of opening the door bettering the world. There was a great deal of information toward children because so many schools used GreenFest as a learning experience.

For children and adolescents, there were booths that discussed recycling, the differences between aluminum, plastic and other common household appliances, healthy food and snack options and ways to enjoy the outdoors. Some tables even had simple steps to leading a greener life. Some of these steps include using the cold water when doing laundry, not leaving the fridge open, investing in energy efficient light bulbs, and being cautious when brushing teeth and washing dishes.

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On Saturday, GreenFest continued with many different hands on and learning activities throughout the day including outdoor activities, green cleaning products, ecological fashion show, and home energy efficiency among other workshops. Carlo’s Town Bake Shop, the bakery from show Cake Boss, created the world’s largest organic cake.

The first five hundred people at Harwood Arena received a slice of the four foot long organic carrot cake.

On the final day of GreenFest, Bill Nye, better known as “the science guy” from his popular television show, Bill Nye, the Science Guy, spoke about reducing environmental deficit. Nye is recognized for advocacy of environmentally issues and is a well-known role model. He has also spoken at GreenFest events in the past.

Robert Gill, sophomore biology major, volunteered for the Greenfest event. “The turnout is a lot better than I expected,” he commented.

“I think it was very informative about the green lifestyle and believe it will change lives.”

For more information about Greenfest, visiting the organization’s website, http://www. gardenstategreenfest.com.

Strawberry Gallagher, junior sociology major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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has also been involved in charitable events. The star created the Show Me Campaign, a non-profit organization that fights poverty using solutions that have proven to be successful. Legend believes that equal access to quality education is this generation’s civil rights issue, so the organization fights for education reform in the United States, according to the organization’s website, showmecampaign. org. Outside of the United States, the Show Me Campaign, in collaboration with Millennium Promise, a non-profit organization dedicated to ending hunger, are working to provide clean water, health care, education and other basic tools that will break the cycle of poverty in Africa.

He also stars in The People Speak, a film about social change in the U.S. According to www. thepeoplespeak.org, the film involves a group of young people who are passionate about global issues, are given the opportunity to share their ideas with other young people around the world, and learn how they can make a difference on issues ranging from poverty to climate change.

Legend continues to use his status to impact social change and is a frequent guest on political talk shows including Real Time with Bill Maher, Anderson Cooper 360º and MSNBC’s Morning Joe. Kean University makes it a point to provide its undergraduate students with an unforgettable finale to their years at the university. From renowned filmmaker and director, Spike Lee – featured as the commencement speaker several years ago – to John Legend presented as the graduating class of 2011’s spokesman, graduating students will have the opportunity to hear and be inspired by the words, actions and motives of an exceptionally influential mentor.

Garieka Godfrey, junior psychology and sociology double major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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EXECUTIVE BOARD

All full-time undergraduate, matriculated students of Kean University may vote for Student Organization Executive Board.

PRESIDENT (Vote for One)  Benito “T.E.A.M.” Nieves  Dare Thompson Team New Legacy VICE PRESIDENT (Vote for One)  Iliana “T.E.A.M.” Jimenez  Al-teef Jones Team New Legacy

V.P. OF KEAN-OCEAN (Vote for One)  Joseph Bertero Team New Legacy ASSISTANT SECRETARY (Vote for One)  Rebecca “T.E.A.M.” Jones  Roselena Twyne Team New Legacy

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SENIOR CLASS All full-time undergraduate, matriculated students of Kean University with 90 or more credits, including credits in progress, may vote for Senior Class.

PRESIDENT (Vote for One)  Nadine Alexis Team New Legacy  Dariany “T.E.A.M.” Santana VICE PRESIDENT (Vote for One)  Marvin “T.E.A.M.” Andujar  Ruth Ma  Steven Zheng Team New Legacy TREASURER (Vote for One)  Dalvin Adebiyi Team New Legacy  Mike “T.E.A.M.” Tomasino

REPRESENTATIVES (Vote for Nine)  Strawberry “T.E.A.M” Gallagher  Manuel Garabito Team New Legacy  Rahjaun Gordon Team New Legacy  Lauren Gray Team New Legacy  Jeri-Lee Jeremiah  Angel Jiminian Team New Legacy  Gerald Ogbennaya Team New Legacy  Carla Roberson Team New Legacy  Anthony Veiga Team New Legacy

SECRETARY (Vote for One)  Jahir “T.E.A.M.” Calderon  Lauren Dobbs Team New Legacy

CLASS OF 2013

JUNIOR CLASS All full-time undergraduate, matriculated students of Kean University with 56 to 89.5 credits, including credits in progress, may vote for Junior Class.

GRADUATE AND PART-TIME STUDENT COUNCIL

PRESIDENT (Vote for One)  Rhonda Grindell  AbhiGupta  Kayla 'T.E.A.M' Lott

SECRETARY (Vote for One)  Carminda 'Mindy' Bandeira

VICE PRESIDENT  Joe Herbert

 Vincent Ablordeppey (VINI)  Natalie Arthur  Brooks

COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES (Vote for up to 23 Reps)

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PRESIDENT (Vote for One) REPRESENTATIVES (Vote for Nine)  Christian "T.E.A.M” Chergotis  Angela Basirico-Team New Legacy  Brandon Horsley-Team New Legacy  Rebecca "T.E.A.M." Bowe  Anthony Ciraco VICE PRESIDENT (Vote for One)  Romain J. Francois Team New Legacy  Ana "T.E.A.M." Claro  Walter Dioses-Team New Legacy  Jonathan "T.E.A.M." Lopez  Jesmer "T.E.A.M." Genuino TREASURER (Vote for One)  Hanan Goldstein-Team New Legacy  Melanie Calatayud-Team New Legacy  Perla "T.E.A.M." Hurtado  Brittany "T.E.A.M." Gautier  Baruti Kafele-Team New Legacy  Stephanie "T.E.A.M" Martinez SECRETARY (Vote for One)  Gregory J. Benedict Jr.-Team New Legacy  Ellen McDermott-Team New Legacy  Mishuk Mowla -Team New Legacy  Christopher "T.E.A.M." Flores  Tamicha Saint-Jean-Team New Legacy  Matt Smith-Team New Legacy  Lacie "T.E.A.M." Wolfe

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SOPHOMORE CLASS

VOTING

INFORMATION Student Organization of Kean University elections will be held ONLINE beginning 9 a.m. on Monday,April 4, 2011 through 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, 2011. All eligible students will receive an E-mail on their KeanGOOGLE E-mail account with their specific voting user name and password ID along with a link to the Elections USA voting website. Do NOT share your username and password.

Only the student may cast their vote.

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If you experience problems voting or have questions about the voting process, please contact the Office of Student Government, located in University Center room 321, by calling (908) 737-5190.

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PRESIDENT (Vote for One)  Dan "T.E.A.M." Bier  Rob Lerner Team New Legacy

REPRESENTATIVES (Vote for Nine)  Charles Curtis-Team New Legacy  Elizabeth Garcia-Team New Legacy  Marcia Manire-Tucker-Team New Legacy VICE PRESIDENT (Vote for One)  Demi M. " T.E.A.M" Mendez  Trudi-Ann Lawrence-Team New Legacy  Deepak "T.E.A.M." Nalla TREASURER (Vote for One)  Vrutik Patel-Team New Legacy  Carl "T.E.A.M." Holley  Joyella Roach  Jessica Zaki-Team New Legacy  Toni-Rose Sarasua-Team New Legacy  Gerard Smithwrick-Team New Legacy SECRETARY (Vote for One)  Angela Valle  Daniela Blake Team New Legacy  Chantel Williams-Team New Legacy

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SONIC, MARIO, AND FRIENDS Playing video games on Campus Zachary Valdes

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or decades, millions upon millions of people have tried their hands at rescuing princesses, fleeing from ghosts, and collecting golden rings while running at excessively high speeds.

Thanks to the phenomenal popularity of videogames, such virtual adventures have become the pastime of choice in living room entertainment centers all over the world. In-between classes, homework, and other daily obligations, Kean University students may enjoy supplementing their school days with a dose of videogames.

To pick up a controller on campus, students can head to the University Center game room.

Located on the ground floor, the game room features the three most-prominent video game consoles; the Nintendo Wii, the Xbox 360, and the Sony Playstation 3. The motion control format of the Nintendo Wii continues to redefine the sedentary theme of video game play; using wireless, sensorresponsive Wii remotes that detect threedimensional movement, players physically direct on-screen action in a manner that is much more active than a series of thumb clicks. Wii titles currently available for play in the game room include Mario Kart Wii, Super Smash Bros. Brawl, and Wii Sports.

Allowing users to compete with one another in online game play, the Xbox Live service supported by the Xbox 360 system has proven quite useful to friends who enjoy besting each other from the comfort of their own homes. Playstation Network connects Playstation 3 users for online competition in similar fashion. Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 titles available for play in the game room include both NBA 2K10 and NFL 2K10, Blur, Mortal Kombat, Street Fighter IV, and Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds. Students are free to bring and play their own games as well. The game room is open for play from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Monday through

Thursday, 9:00 a.m. through 9:00 p.m. on Friday, and 12 p.m. through 7:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

If students enjoy virtual play in the game room, they may like to participate in the gaming tournaments hosted by the Association for Computing Machinery.

Held once each semester, the tournaments are open to any student who wishes to test

PETRUCELLI

(continued from page 1) As a business management major, Petrucelli looks forward to a future that might include starting and managing her own business.

Petrucelli’s career preparation is not limited to classrooms. As a parttime front end attendant at Shop Rite, her responsibilities include managing and supervising other cashiers.

Outside of school and work, Petrucelli loves to spend time with her friends. With a shared passion for tennis, they regularly come together to engage in spirited and friendly match play. As a spectator, Petrucelli cheers for the New York Giants during football season and the New York Mets during baseball season. If the conversation turns toward basketball or hockey, she prefers the New York Knicks and the New York Rangers.

Out of many movies, Petrucelli counts “The Ugly Truth” as her favorite. Although she watches television infrequently, she enjoys tuning in to “Law and Order: SVU”. When rainy days call for board games, Monopoly is Petrucelli’s number one choice.

During the summer months, she likes to spend sunny days at Ortley Beach and Seaside Heights. Pasta penne with vodka sauce is her favorite meal, and although she does not go fishing, she enjoys eating seafood as well. Blue and pink are her favorite colors, and she ranks math as her favorite school subject.

Whether she is attending class, playing tennis, or spending time with her friends, the soundtrack to Lauren Petrucelli’s life is sure to sound upbeat.

Zachary Valdes, senior media and film/broadcasting major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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their videogame prowess in a friendly competition that includes socializing and refreshments.

Each tournament features a single game, and the game played at the spring 2011 tournament was Call of Duty: Black Ops. Past semesters have seen students square off in Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Super Street Fighter IV, and Madden NFL 2010.

According to ACM president Marvin J. Andujar, a senior computer science and mathematical sciences major, a quick survey is distributed to participants at the end of the tournament in order to determine which game will be featured at the next tournament. The featured game for the upcoming fall 2011 tournament has yet to be determined.

Students who cannot find the time to stop by the game room or participate in the ACM tournaments are still in luck; portable handheld systems such as the Nintendo DS or Sony PSP make gaming-on-the-go a pocket possibility.

Over time, students may find that school breaks with Mario, Pacman, Sonic, and the countless other videogame heroes are very well spent.

Zachary Valdes, senior media and film/ broadcasting major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

STUDENTS RAISE AWARENESS IN D.C.

Capital Hill Day: Preventing Campusrelated fires Michael Tomasino

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n March 21 and 22, 2011, college students, parents, faculty members and advocates of fire safety gathered on Capital Hill to meet with members of Congress discussing fire prevention on college campuses, educating students on the College Fire Prevention Act – passed in 2008 – , and other key pieces of legislation, which have been introduced since 2008. In the last decade, 142 college students have died in campus-related fires. For the last three years, many have traveled to Washington D.C. to meet with congressional leaders and their staff to address different measures of safety that can be implemented in order to advocate safety among young adults.

UNIVERSITY CENTER UC Info Desk P: (908) 737-5222 Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Saturday: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Sunday: 10 a.m. - p.m.

UC GAME ROOM Monday - Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Sunday:

9 a.m. - 11 p.m.

9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

10 p.m. - 7 p.m.

12 p.m. - 9 p.m.

UC COMPUTER LAB Monday - Thursday: 9 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Sunday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Hours Subject to Change

Maxine and Jack Lane Center for Academic Success Monday - Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Sunday:

9 a.m. -10:30 p.m.

9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Closed

Nancy Thompson Library

Monday - Thursday: Friday : Saturday: Sunday:

8 a.m. - 2 a.m.

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

1 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Hours Subject to Change

GOURMET DINING SERVICES HOURS OF OPERATION

UPPERCLASSMAN RESIDENCE HALL (URH)

Dining Cafeteria Monday - Thursday ...........7 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Breakfast ......................7 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Lunch ............................11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Dinner ............................4 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday ..................................... 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Breakfast ......................7 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Lunch ............................11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Dinner ............................4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Saturday, ..............................10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Brunch .........................10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Dinner ...........................4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Sunday .............................. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Brunch .........................10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Dinner ...........................4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Please Note: The Dining Hall is open all day for the hours listed, the meal periods denote entree station availability.

UNIVERSITY CENTER (UC)

Food Court Monday - Thursday ............. 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Friday ..................................... 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Saturday................................. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Sunday .......................................... CLOSED Cougar's Den Monday - Thursday ........ 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Friday ...................................11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday ....................... CLOSED Market Place Monday - Thursday ...........9 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Friday ..................................... 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday...............................12 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Sunday .................................5 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Kean University’s Office of Fire Safety advised members of the college community to attend Capital Hill Day, because “one can make a difference for campus fire safety”. Kean students were very successful last March. The activists, who represented more than 75 schools, met with “50 offices in one day--a tremendous feat. As a result, the Campus Fire Safety Right-to-Know became law.”

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Capital Hill Day inspired the United States House of Representatives and the Senate to designate September as Campus Fire Safety Month.

This year’s committee is pioneering the Fire Sprinkler Incentive Act and the Campus Fire Safety Education Act, hoping that each bill will gain enough support to be implemented during the 112th congressional meeting.

MAXINE AND JACK LANE CENTER FOR ACADEMIC SUCCESS (CAS)

With the contributed efforts of admirable members of the community, as well as dedicated Kean students, Capital Hill Day would not be as successful as it has become today. What started as a minute ideal for fire safety has now transformed into a two-day-long event, which receives national media coverage and has lead to the passing of numerous laws.

Michael Tomasino, junior English writing option major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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Starbucks Monday - Thursday ...........8 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Friday ..................................... 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday................................. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sunday ................................. 1 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Starbucks, 3rd Floor Monday - Thursday ...........11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday - Sunday ............................ CLOSED Hours Subject to Change

HOURS OF OPERATION Mon.-Thursday ....................7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Friday.....................................7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Sat.-Sunday .........................................CLOSED Café YuMBA is located on the first floor of the East Campus building.

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PATRICK, CRISTALDI EARN WOMEN'S DIII NEWS HONORS

JONES, BURTON GARNER POSTSEASON HONORS FROM DIII NEWS

UNION, N.J. (3/24/11) – Senior forward Tiffany Patrick and freshman guard Emily Cristaldi each earned postseason honors from Women’s DIII News, as announced by smallcollegehoops.com.

Patrick earned her third All-American honor of the season, as she was named to the Women’s DIII News Third-Team All-American. Cristaldi was named to the 11-member All-Freshman Team. The Cougars advanced to the NCAA Division III Women’s Basketball Tournament for the fifth straight season, finishing the season with a 24-5 record.

Tiffany Patrick

UNION, N.J. (3/24/11) – A pair of Kean University men's basketball players picked up additional postseason honors from DIII News, as senior Jonathan Jones earns his third first-team All-American honor and guard Michael Burton was named to the All-Freshman Team, as announced at smallcollegehoops.com.

The Cougars finished 18-8 this season to capture the New Jersey Athletic Conference South Division and double the team's wins from a year ago, as the 18 wins are the most in school history since 1994-95.

Jones has now earned a total of 10 major postseason honors, including first-team All-American honors from the National Association of Basketball Coaches, D3hoops.com and now DIII News. In addition, Jones has earned four Player of the Year honors as the NABC Atlantic Region, D3hoops.com Atlantic Region, Eastern College Athletic Conference Division III Metro Region and NJAC "Pony Wilson" Player of the Year, while also earning D3hoops.com Atlantic Region, ECAC Division III Metro Region and NJAC First-Team honors.

The 6-5 forward ranked first in the country in rebounding and was in the top four in scoring for much of the season until his career was cut short just 22 seconds into NJAC semifinals when he tore his Achilles tendon on the team's first possession of the game. That was the only game during the 2010-11 season Jones did not reach double-digits in scoring and was just the second game he did not record a double-double.

In 2010-11, he finished with 24 double-doubles in 26 games to lead the nation, while he also finished second in rebounding and eighth in scoring. Jones scored 25 or more points in 13 games and had five games with 30 points or more, including a career-high 38 points against William Paterson University. He also grabbed 15 or more rebounds in 15 games.

A two-time All-American, Patrick was also named a D3hoops.com Fourth-Team All-American and a State Farm Honorable Mention All-American by the Women’s Basketball Coaches’ Association. She has also garnered D3hoops.com Atlantic Region Player of the Year, New Jersey Athletic Conference Co-Player of the Year, D3hoops.com First-Team, ECAC Division III Metro Region First-Team and NJAC First-Team honors.

The four-year starter led Cougars in scoring (14.5 points per game), rebounding (8.8 per game) and blocks (53), while also ranking second in steals (72) and free throw percentage (93-of-127, .732).

This season, she became just the fourth player in school history to have 1,000 career points and 1,000 rebounds, as she finished her career ranked sixth with 1,340 career points and fourth with 1,028 career rebounds.

Patrick had 10 double-doubles and reached double figures in 22 of the 28 games she played in this season.

Cristaldi became the program’s fourth NJAC Rookie of the Year after averaging 11.1 points per game to rank third on the team and 18th in the NJAC as the conference’s top freshman scorer. She was tied for team-high honors with 28 three-pointers and was tops on the team in free-throw percentage (43-of-53, .811).

A three-time NJAC all-star and two-time NABC Atlantic Region first-team all-star, Jones opened the season with 15 straight double-doubles and was featured in Faces in the Crowd in the January 24th issue of Sports Illustrated. He was also honored with the Chris Zusi Memorial Award as the Union County Male Athlete of the Year by the Union County Baseball Association in February.

Earlier this season, Jones became the 30th player in program history to score 1,000 career points and finished his career ranked sixth in program history with 1,359 career points. Over the last two seasons, Jones scored a remarkable 983 points and had 667 rebounds for an average of 19.3 points and 13.1 rebounds in his final 51 career games.

Burton has been named to the DIII News All-Freshman Team after ranking second on the team in scoring (10.5 points per game) and first in three-point field goals made (38) and free throw percentage (47-of-56, .839).

The 5-8 guard became the third Kean player to earn the NJAC's top rookie honors, as he was also the top ranked freshman scorer in the conference.

Emily Cristaldi

Recreation & Intramural Sports Schedule D'ANGOLA GYM FITNESS CENTER

EAST CAMPUS FITNESS CENTER

Monday, Thursday ...12:15 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Tuesday, Wednesday .....11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Friday................................... 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Saturday ............................12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Sunday ...............................4 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Monday - Thursday .........12 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday:................................12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday ..................... CLOSED

CAROLE HYNES FIELD HOUSE WEIGHT ROOM

POOL

Monday - Thursday .........12 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday:................................12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday ..................... CLOSED

Monday - Thursday ...... 12 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Friday.................................11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday ..................... CLOSED

*REMINDER: You MUST have a valid Kean ID to use the recreation facilities. **Hours Subject to Change**

KEAN FOOTBALL PARTICIPATES IN LOCAL COLLEGE DAY NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. (3/25/11) – The Kean University football team took part in College Day 2011 at Paul Robeson Elementary School of the New Brunswick School District on Thursday morning, as the Cougars spoke to the elementary school student about a college education.

In conjunction with the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament and the Sweet 16, each class from grades 1-5 were assigned a different team remaining in the tournament and learned about that particular college. The students had the opportunity to wear the team’s school colors on College Day and then interacted with the 12 Kean student-athlete and three members of the coaching staff.

The Cougars were able to convey life as a student-athlete and the importance of making good decisions both in and out of the classroom.

The elementary students also had an opportunity to ask questions, ranging from football to college.

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OVERALL: 8-0

NJAC: 0-0

OVERALL: 2-1

3:30 p.m.

3:30 p.m.

11:30 p.m.

2:30 p.m.

SKYLINE: 0-0

FDU-Florham Alvernia University The College of New Jersey The College of New Jersey

MEN'S LACROSSE April 2, 2011 April 4, 2011

at Centenary College at Castleton State College WOMEN'S LACROSSE OVERALL: 0-1 Mar 31, 2011 April 2, 2011

SOFTBALL Mar 31, 2011 April 2, 2011 April 5, 2011

Under fifth year head coach Dan Garrett, the Cougars have been very active in the community throughout the offseason. They have also volunteered at the Community FoodBank of New Jersey and took part in Read Across America earlier this month.

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NJAC: 0-0

at Centenary College The Sage Colleges OVERALL: 0-0 at DeSales University at New Jersey City University Rutgers-Newark

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SKYLINE: 0-0 2:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m.

NJAC: 0-0 3:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m.

3:00 p.m.

For updated scores and schedules, please visit http://www.keanathletics.com.

Athletic articles are contributed by the Kean University Department of Athletics, unless otherwise indicated. The Athletic Department can be reached at 908-737-0600. Up-to-theminute updates and scores can be found online at www.keanathletics.com.

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DA TXTIN DCNRY: SECOND ED. Have you kept up with the ever-changing texting lingo?

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t’s hrd to kp up wit da bzy, alwys changing fone lingo, & da diy mtto dsn’t hlp much. Dyk tht thre r enuf abbr wrds in da txting nation 2 crte anthr morse cde lngge? As da tchnlgy wrld kps changing, it’s imprt & extrmly nssre to ntr da wrld of lingo in oder 2 kp up wit da nw dverse way of cmmcting. Thse r jst a fw of da nwst wrd cmbntns tht hve emrgd frm da pblc & bn trnsltd by da onlne offcl txtin’ & cht dicnry. So be sre to try thm out 4urslf & prctce be4 thyre ::poof:: agn!

It would be a decent assumption that many were most likely unable to read that. The “texting language” is gradually proving to be one that stands on its own, defying the conventional English as cell phone owners worldwide text and type away – some without even glancing at the keypad. To find out what the paragraph above translates to either go through the following listed dictionary of text message lingo, or ask around to see just how well people know the ever-changing text and chat lingo and compare notes. Many will be surprised at just how little they know and at how addictive this new and improved method of texting truly is.

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<3 - Heart/love 8(:- ) - Mickey Mouse 4 - For 42nite - For tonight 4tun8 - Fortunate 4yeo - For your eyes only 4yi - For your information 2g2 - To go to 2moro - Tomorrow 2nite - Tonight 2nyt - Tonight 2U2 - To you to 4EAE - Forever and ever 4EVA - Forever ::poof:: - I’m/They’re/We’re/ It’s gone ? - I have a question A3 - Any place, anywhere, any time ^5 - High five ATM - At the moment AYDY - Are you done yet?

AYS - Are you serious?

AYT - Are you there?

AAS - Alive and smiling ADBB - All done, bye-bye ADD - Address AF - April Fools AMBW - All my best wishes AML - All my love AMOF - As a matter of fact B&F - Back and forth B4N - Bye for now BAY - Back at ya BBN - Bye, bye now BBS - Be back soon BBT - Be back tomorrow BC - Because

PREVENTING THE PREVENTABLE

Health Services and the Office of Residence Hall sponsors Gardisil clinic Garieka Godfrey

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ne thing that is often emphasized in health care is providing prevention over finding a cure. Kean University Health Services has always strived to help students put this into practice by offering different vaccines, including the H1N1 vaccine. The latest vaccine to be offered by Health Services is Gardasil, which protects against sexually transmitted infections (STI), human papillomavirus, also known as HPV. It is a series of three vaccines being offered at a discounted price of $15, which is billed to the student’s Kean account. The first event was held on Tuesday, March 22, 2011, in the multipurpose room of the New Upperclassman Residence Hall. A second one will be held on Monday, April 11, 2011 in the University Center room 228 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Both clinics are being hosted by Health Services and the Office of Residence Life.

HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. HPV comes in more than 40 different variations and affects the genital areas of males and females as well as the mouth and throat. Unfortunately, people who become infected with this STI are not aware of the fact they have it.

HPV is different from other STIs in that most people who contract it do not experience symptoms or health complications from it. The immune system naturally clears the body of the infection within two years of contraction in 90% of cases. However, there are some types of HPV that cause the development of genital warts and warts in the throat, and others may cause cervical cancer and other less common, but serious cancers including cancers of the vulva, vagina, penis and anus.

According to www.cdc.gov, “approximately 20 million Americans are currently infected with HPV,”.The website also states that 6 million people become newly infected each year. HPV is so common that at least 50% of sexually active men and women get it at some point in their lives.

The Gardasil vaccines protect females against types of HPV that cause most cervical cancers and most genital warts. The vaccines are recommended for females between the ages of 11 through 26. For males, the vaccine protects against most genital warts and is available for those ages nine through 26.

For more information about HPV and the Gardasil vaccine, visit Health Services in Down’s Hall room 126, or call (908) 737-4880.

Garieka Godfrey, junior psychology and sociology double major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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INDULGE WITH HUMOR Preview of the upcoming production A Midsummer Night’s Dream Stephanie Martinez

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s part of the theater department’s curriculum, The Kean Players on Tour Program performs alternate productions yearly. The Players on Tour presentations are created in a semester long theater department course that both performance and production is combined. The program takes care of budgeting, marketing, design, technical production and other demands that are needed for the success of the production. Last year’s production, A Very Hairy Situation, was geared towards elementary school children.

However, this year’s production will be different.

The director of this year’s production, Professor Gail Winar adapted Shakespeare’s comedy into a 70 minute version of this year’s production, A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream is said to be written by Shakespeare around the 1590’s. It portrays certain events circling the marriage of Theseus, The Duke of Athens and Hippolyta, the Queen of the Amazons. Other characters, such as four young Athenian lovers and a group of amateur actors are manipulated by fairies that inhabit the forest, where most of the play is set.

Students, staff and visitors are welcome to come out and enjoy the production.

The first performance for A Midsummer Night’s Dream will be on March 30, 2011and continue up until April 3. The productions will take place at the University Center in the Little Theatre on the Kean University main campus. After performing on-campus, Players on Tour will perform in schools in the region. Schools such as Arthur L. Johnson High School in Clark, West Essex Regional School in North Caldwell, Iselin Middle School, Bogota High School and Bloomfield Middle School, will have the privilege of viewing a live college production.

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased from the box office at (908)-737-7469 or online at www.

Keanstage.com. For show times and more information, please www.Keanstage.com.

Stephanie Martinez, sophomore communication/journalism major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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