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VOLUME 2 • ISSUE 10

A STUDENT LIFE & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PUBLICATION FOR THE KEAN UNIVERSITY STUDENT COMMUNITY

NOVEMBER 7, 2005

Student Leadership Retreat 2005: I’ll See You At The Airport!

The Power To Vote

By Scott Snowden, Associate Editor

ast year, during the Presidential elections, we couldn’t even watch TV without seeing somebody lecture us about the importance of voting. It was either a news brief about the progress of the race, or it was P. Diddy in his “VOTE OR DIE” shirt. Either way, it seemed to make an impact since a lot of college students did get out and register to vote. But why are people really so intent on getting more college-aged students in the voting booths?

By Rajul Punjabi, Assistant Editor

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Kean student leaders gather for a group shot after a fun and exciting weekend.

to see which students are training for leadership.” Get caught reading The Cougar’s Byte and get your picture prominently displayed on the front page.

or most Kean students Halloween weekend means watching scary movies and going to costume parties, but for Kean University’s student leaders, it means redefining yourself and learning what it actually means to be a leader. This year, almost 100 leaders attended the Student Affairs/Student Organization Student Leadership Retreat, at the Crystal Springs Golf and Spa Resort in Vernon, NJ, representing various groups from Greek Senate to the Graduate Student Government Association to the American Chemical Society. For decades, our students have been attending the annual October retreat, SEE ‘RETREAT’ ON PAGE 4

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By Kaitlyn Davies, Staff Writer

Get out to your nearest voting booth, voice your opinion and make a difference.

t was a cold and windy day here at Kean University, perfect for a Halloween celebration, and the campus was just buzzed with excitement. The air was filled with the smell of fresh oranges, which complemented the perfect weather for all of the little ghosts and goblins to come out and play! Kean University sponsored a Healthy Halloween along with UMDNJ to show kids and adults the healthy snacks to eat instead of all of the candy that they would soon be receiving. Prizes and treats that were given out along Trick-or-Treat Lane included apples, oranges, apple juice, cheerios, granola bars, frozen yogurt, and carrot sticks instead of the traditional candy. The kids were allowed to walk around campus and participate in arts-andcrafts with princesses, make slime in Frankenstein’s laboratory, and play a game of quidditch in the World of the Wizards. After that, they were able to go into Dracula’s Haunted House or pick a pumpkin in the pumpkin patch. There were so many things to do and

Irene Murema The Cougar’s Byte (top) Signs around campus pointed visitors in the right direction. (left) In the CAS building kids had lots of fun making Harry Potter crafts!

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Blue & White Week By Ashanté S. Barnes, Staff Writer

nnually, Zeta Phi Beta and Phi Beta Sigma present their Blue and White week which kicked off on October 23, 2005. On Sunday evening they opened with an interest meeting geared to educate interested ladies of the sorority on the concepts and history of the organization. The Zeta Phi Beta ladies kept the meeting lighthearted, with lots of friendly conversation and games. Phi Beta Sigma offered interested men of SEE ‘ΖΦΒΣ’ ON PAGE 3

FOR T HE KE AN UNI V E RS I T Y S T UDE NT CO MM U N I T Y

Well, at the risk of sounding cliché, we are the future! No matter how old you are – if you are attending college, you have the opportunity to expand your views on politics and get educated on the issues. You opinions are important, especially about topics that affect you such as college grants, financial aid and taxes. This year, even though the elections are not Presidential, it’s still really important to learn about who the gubernatorial candidates are and what they stand for. Whoever wins will be making significant New Jersey decisions that you may or may not support. You may already know that John Corzine is the democratic candidate, and that Doug Forrester represents the republicans, but who are the candidates running in the independent parties? Unfortunately, watching all those commercials where each candidate slings mud at the other is not going to help you see what they really stand for. It wouldn’t hurt to watch a couple of debates or read the newspaper articles about what causes the candidates are fighting for or in many cases, ignoring. No matter who you chose to vote for, getting to your nearest voting booth on Tuesday November 8th would be a responsible move to make. Don’t just sit around and complain about all the things that you want changed about your area! Voice your opinion and make a difference.

Rajul Punjabi, senior English major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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By Jen Bissu, Senior Features Editor to follow in their footsteps. “I had heard good things about Kean’s Theatre Department,” she adds, “and I know it’s a great school for education.” She also got a merit scholarship to Kean for her high SAT scores and GPA in high school!

Kean University Office of Student Life & Leadership Development University Center, Room 215 1000 Morris Avenue Union, NJ 07083 (908) 737-5179 cbyte@kean.edu The Cougar’s Byte is a weekly Student Life & Leadership Development newsletter where you will find up to the minute information on all things related to student life at Kean University. Published Mondays during the regular academic year, 3000 copies are distributed free of charge at more than 15 campus locations. The content from the print-based weekly is combined with that of special content targeted for The Cougar’s Byte online edition at www.cougarsbyte.com. The Cougar’s Byte is available at the following campus locations: University Center Atrium; Student Life and Leadership Development Office, UC219; Center for Academic Success Atrium; Townsend Hall, 1st floor Reception Area; Bruce Hall 1st and 2nd floor Lounge Areas; Science Building, 1st floor Sitting Area; New Academic Building, 1st floor Lounge; Hutchinson Hall 1st, 2nd and 3rd floor Lobbies; Willis Hall 1st floor Lounge; and Vaughn Eames Lobby. The Cougar’s Byte welcomes Letters to the Editor, calendar events, event news and information, articles, story ideas, artwork and digital photo submissions. To learn more about our publishing policy visit www.cougarsbyte.com. Associate Editor Scott Snowden Assistant Editor Rajul Punjabi Arts Rochelle Trotman, Editor Features Jen Bissu, Senior Editor Staff Writers Ashanté S. Barnes Angela M. Barrett Kaitlyn Davies Debra Ekpo Katrina Manzano Irene Murema Jennifer Rubino Multimedia Editor Rich Lemonie Circulation Manager Ryan Matthews Student Media Managing Editor Toni M. Cerbo

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usan Halmi discovered that she had a passion for theater when she first tried it in fifth grade. She always knew she wanted to teach, so she decided to major in elementary education— but that field requires students to choose an academic major. “I thought about English or Math,” said Susan, “but since I had enjoyed theater so much in school as a child, I knew that pursuing it as my academic major would be the most logical thing to do.” Now in her fifth and senior year, she hopes to graduate Magna Cum Laude in May. Kean seemed like the right choice for Susan for several reasons. Members of her family have pursued their education here, so it seems natural

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their fraternity the same opportunities on the following evening, with chances to discuss questions and concerns about the organization. On Monday evening, local Newark Pastors Himrod and Jennifer Ambroise lead a workshop addressing topics of discussion including: premarital sex, going to the club, alcohol, prayer, attending church, obedience to parents, and a true commitment to God. Kemy Clermont, Senior Criminal Justice major “it was very nice I really enjoyed it”. While Tolu Adeyemi, Senior marketing major said “It was very nice because I have not been in church for a while”. Many of the audience members, such as Tolu and Kemy seemed to respond to the pastors’ encouragement to surround themselves with a positive and nurturing atmosphere.

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Susan’s theatre concentration is performance. She participated in Kean’s productions of Once Upon a Mattress last year, and Tuscaloosa the year before. “I also do a lot of community theatre outside of Kean,” she said. Susan’s specialty is singing, and she takes voice lessons at Kean to keep her vocals in shape. Because of her vocal talent, Susan likes working with musicals, and plans to audition in New York City after she graduates. She would also love to teach drama in the future. “I consider myself to be very dedicated,” says Susan. “It takes a lot to do what our department does—we all take full semesters of classes, and most of us don’t leave campus for a good 16 or 17 hours a day. I try to encourage the same level of dedication in others!” Yes, Susan is very busy, but she knows she’s working towards a worthwhile goal. “I’m

currently working on my student teaching, and it’s hard to find the energy to keep going all day…I’m exhausted, but I love what I do. I’m currently teaching second grade, which is the grade I always wanted to teach. The kids are great—they’re at an age where they still like being in school.” She says that they love the theatre she incorporates into the lessons. “I love finding ways to incorporate drama into my lesson plans,” she declares. “The kids really have fun with it.” Susan has a few words of advice to offer her fellow students: “Do something that makes you happy—pick a major that you love, and give it 110%—it’s the only way to get what you’re going for.” Jen Bissu, graduate Fine Art Education major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

Latin American Art In New Jersey By Jen Rubino, Staff Writer

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On Wednesday, October 26, 2005, Officer Hargrove of the Kean University Police Department facilitated a Self Defense Workshop. Lead by Officer Dean Smith, of Newark police Department, he incorporated common sense thinking with practical application. Using students and alumni from the audience, he demonstrated possible attack situations. Because the room was filled with all types of male and female students, he proved that anyone can become a victim. Maniah Harley, Junior Graphic Communication Major said, “I feel safer now that I learned to defend my self”.

Dance Auditions

On Thursday, October 27, 2005 Felice Nathans, a member of the Counseling Center, facilitated a Stress Workshop. The purpose was to educate college students of the daily stresses that we take on. The speaker included how students can recognize an anxiety attack and even what to do it that situation. She later provided a plan to execute if you are stressed out - including recognizing issues that you can change and issues that are out of your control, as well as making a plan for the week. Topics included Roommate and friendship conflicts; Homesickness; Academic difficulties; Depression; Self esteem; Anxiety; Family problems; Drug and alcohol concerns; Eating Disorder concerns; Sexual assault or date rape; and Identity concerns. One of the greatest assets to our students, the Kean Counseling Center may help with any of these concerns. They are located in Downs Hall room 127. The telephone number is (908) 737-4850. The counseling center is open Monday through Friday from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. and 8 P.M. on Thursdays. Appointments can be made by telephone or in person, and everything is kept confidential. On Friday October 28, 2005 the organizations closed out the week with Game Night. Located in the University Center Greek Lounge, students came out to play a variety of games, including Monopoly, Twister, Uno, Checkers, Life and Madden on Play Station 2. For those who didn’t attend, the week was a well balanced dose of reallife discussion and a whole lot of fun and games! Ashanté S. Barnes, junior Public Administration major with a minor in Training and Development, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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ancers with training in modern, jazz and ballet dance are needed for upcoming Kean productions: White Christmas, to be performed at Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall in New York City, and the 2006 Graduate Commencement Ceremonies to be held at NJPAC in Newark, N.J. Auditions will take place on Wednesday, November 9, in Downs Hall. Sign-up will be at 3 p.m. sharp, with the auditions to be held at 3:30 p.m. Auditions are open to Kean University students, faculty and staff. Please bring a resume and head shot. For further information, contact Dawud Jackson, box office manager and adjunct dance professor, at (908) 737-4358 or djackson@kean.edu.

uring the Spring 2005 semester, assistant professor of art history, Marguerite Mayhall, worked with students to construct the exhibition entitled Ser Latino en Nueva Jersey: Being a Latino/a in New Jersey. Students from the Art History Capstone course organized the project. They developed the theme and asked artists of their choice to participate. The five artists are from different parts of Latin America, but have lived in the United States for most of their lives. The artists include Maria Lau, William Ortega, Raul Villarreal, Monica Camin and Gloria Rodriguez Calero.

$CHOLARSHIPS Jen Rubino | The Cougar’s Byte (top) Ortega’s Displaced Tradition Series features a bullfighter and his bull. (left) An upside down palm tree is a popular image in Villarreal’s work. (bottom) A family sits around the table to observe a photograph in Monica Camin’s Ancestors’ Portrait.

The theme for the exhibition is oriented towards Professor Mayhall’s expertise in 20th century Venezuela. She used her knowledge of Latin America and related it to life in New Jersey in order to learn more about the state. Professor Mayhall has only been a resident of New Jersey for three years. She also thought it was a beneficial project for her art history students. “It was a good experience for them, I think, because they got hands-on experience using their art history background,” said Professor Marguerite Mayhall. Palm trees are a recurring image in Raul Villarreal’s oil and acrylic paintings. In the pieces entitled Within Skies and Superman, Where Are You Now? , an upside down palm tree is growing from the sky. One painting features a simple blue background and the other a fiery orange surrounded by a red border with an island print. The piece Superman Where Are You Now? is a triptych. One panel features cartoon character Mighty Mouse shooting from a cannon in front of a Coca Cola background. The next panel is the upside down palm tree against the blue sky, followed by the final panel which depicts a cloud of smoke. Villarreal’s paintings seem to convey the transition of becoming an American while preserving the Latin American culture.

Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad Scholarships Are you a NJ Certified EMT? Is Your GPA 2.5 or above? Do you need $2500 in Scholarship Money? If you answered YES to these 3 questions, the Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad Needs YOU!!! A renewable $2,500 annual scholarship is available to Kean students who are New Jersey certified EMTs and have a GPA of 2.5 or above.Help a great community organization while earning money towards your tuition. It’s a win-win situation!!! Recipients of the scholarship must commit to one duty shift of four hours per week for a calendar year. Recipients must also maintain their GPA and full-time enrollment to qualify each academic year. Contact Nina Sumilang, Scholarship Coordinator at (908)737-7053 or via email at nsumilan@kean.edu.

Ford Foundation Diversity Fellowships

William Ortega’s prints capture scenes of a bullfighter. A bull is found in two of the prints and one captures the action of an actual bullfight. In some prints, the bullfighter is found in unusual situations. For example, one picture shows the bullfighter in uniform sitting in the subway. In another print, the bullfighter is in the middle of a street with a “north American” company truck. His presence is emphasized because his uniform contrasted with the business attire of people in the city.

focus on ancestry. There is a visible photograph in the middle of a table surrounded by blurred individuals in Ancestor’s Portrait. The emphasis on the photograph suggests the importance of the past. In Double Nationality, the background depicts an outline of a man and woman enclosed in a red border, while in the foreground a blonde haired, blue eyed woman cares for a child. The child, adopted by an American mother, will always have an idea of the birth parents. This oil painting implies the conflict between the past and the present. Overall, the work in the gallery presents thought provoking themes and a more enlightened understanding of Latin Americans in New Jersey.

Artist Monica Camin’s Ancestor’s Portrait and Double Nationality

Jen Rubino, junior English major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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See website for complete eligibility information and online applications: http://national-academies.org/ fellowships. For more information contact Fellowships Office by phone: 202.334.2872 or by email: infofell@ nas.edu. Ford Foundation Diversity Fellowships are designed to increase the diversity of the nation’s college and university faculties by increasing their ethnic and racial diversity, to maximize the educational benefits of diversity, and to increase the number of professors who can and will use diversity as a resource for enriching the education of all students. Predoctoral deadline is November 17, 2005.

Freedom Forum NCAA Sports Journalism Scholarship Applications available online at www.ncaa.org. For more information, contact Sports Journalism Scholarship Committee at (317) 917-6477. The Freedom Forum, in cooperation with the NCAA, is seeking scholarship applications from current full-time juniors with career goals in sports journalism, majors in journalism or experience in campus sports journalism. Eight $3000 scholarships will be awarded to assist applicants in their senior year of study. Deadline is December 9, 2005.

AWS Foundation, Inc Scholarships The AWS Foundation is dedicated to meeting the needs for education and research in the field of welding and related joining technologies. Building welding’s future through education. Individual applications available online at www.aws.org/foundation For more information email nprado-pulido@aws.org or call 1 (800) 443-9353 ext 250. Deadline January 15, 2006.

Datatel Scholars Foundation Scholarships The Datatel Scholars Foundation offers scholarships ranging in value from $1000 to $2500 to students attending eligible Datatel client institutions, such as Kean University. All applications must be submitted

online at www.datatel.com/dsf. For more information email scholars@datatel.com or call 1 (800) 486-4332. Application deadline January 31, 2006.

Elie Wiesel Foundation For Humanity Essay Contest Holocaust Resource Center Announces the Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Conttest 2006. The contest is sponsored by the Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity. It challenges students to identify, define and analyze contemporary ethical questions, issues or dilemmas. It is open only to full-time undergraduate juniors and seniors enrolled in an acredited, four year college or university in the United States. First Prize, $5000, Second Prize, $2500, Third Prize, 1500, and 2 Honorable Mentions, $500 each. For further information and applications please contact Helen Walzer at 908-737-4661.

Sema Memorial Scholarship Program The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund was founded in 1984 to foster leadership in the specialty equipment marketplace and support educational goals for students pursuing careers in the automotive aftermarket. Career path opportunities include: Accounting, Administration, Advertising/PR, Design/Graphics, Information, Technology, Manufacturing, Photo/Journalism, and Sales/Marketing. SEMA Scholarships are awarded annually to full-time graduate and undergraduate students who have complete a minimum of 50 credits. Visit www.sema.org/scholarships or call (909) 3960289 for an application. Deadline is April 28, 2006.

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for the day’s events - the By Angela M. Barrett, Staff Writer Center for Academic Success was made into World of irst the Gazebo, then the University Center, and now I think its time that I let Kean the Wizards, dedicated to University know the real truth. Please do not become bamboozled by their sob all things Harry Potter. stories of how much they contribute to Kean University. The Gazebo spoke about The University Center was how she brings so much serenity to the campus. I couldn’t believe the University magically transformed into Center really thought he brought so much structure to the campus. You want answers? The Frankenstein’s Laboratory. truth is I make KU go round. The Little Theater showed scary movies, while the Every thing on this campus begins and ends with me. Students, Faculty, and Staff constantly Greek Lounge hosted an area look to me for establishment and also for closure. There’s no way you can promptly get to where kids coul make kites. a class, start a meeting, or even eat lunch without me. I’m on your mind constantly. You’re There was a pumpkin patch always wondering where I am. Sometimes you say, “Wow you got here really fast!” or in front of the Administration “What’s taking you so long?” However one student once told me I was her worst enemy building and Kean Hall was because I was never on her side. I told her that if she stopped taking me for granted we transformed into Dracula’s would work well together, she took my advice and now she appreciates me. She prepares Haunted House. School for my arrival and awaits my departure. spirit was converted into Halloween spirit at Kean as It’s a joy to watch students that live on-campus approach me as they walk to their classes witches and wizards lurked throughout the day. They usually glance at me as if I’ll suddenly morph into another phase. behind the Library. In addition If they stare long enough I will change but my adjustment isn’t much. With all of this said to the traditional it’s clear to see that I am the most dependent object here at KU. To find out what I am log spooky events, the onto www.cougarsbyte.com Harwood Arena hosted sporting Angela M. Barrett, sophomore Communications major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff. events all day including touch football, volleyball, and lacrosse. They had story time in front of the University Center and finally, there were mummies, and pyramids that you could take pictures with by the clock tower.

Irene Murema The Cougar’s Byte (top) Students got into the spirit of Halloween by dressing up as their favorite characters. (right) The headless horseman joined the prince and princess around campus. (bottom) The Power Rangers enjoyed their day here at Kean!

All day long you would see little ghosts, goblins, witches, and devils walking around campus with the biggest smiles that their little faces could make. Adults were so glad that Kean and UMDNJ was teaching their kids the better food choices that they should be making in order to live a long and healthy life. It was also a safe environment for their kids to play in. Jeremy Cash said, “It’s a good kick off for healthy living.” Most parents were thrilled with the amount of activities planned for their kids to enjoy. Zena Sutton said,” It’s a good idea, we had fun!” she brought along three daughters to join in the festivites. Margaret Smith thinks, “It’s wonderful, it unites Kean University and UMDNJ. It gets the kids all hyped up for a healthy Halloween!” The monsters were thrilled to pose for pictures with their littlest fans and were even seen giving out directions to lost visitors. It was a very successful day because the little kids were able to participate in all kinds of fun and learn healthy snack choices in the process. The parents were thrilled that they learned something about healthy life styles choices as well. It was a day filled with fun for all! Yvonne Griffin said, “It was very nice! Something for the children we need more things like this to keep kids out

Some of the buildings and areas around campus were decorated

Step into the Downs Hall Cafeteria and you will be welcomed to a vast selection of food, varying from the likes of pizza, French fries and cold entrées to fresh fruits and vegetables. Also available are desserts that include cakes, pies, pudding, jello and hot specialty desserts du joir, just to name a few. Beverages include water, soda, juices, coffee, tea and hot chocolate. The food is prepared fresh daily and there are also special diet plans for those who are nutrition-conscious. Both faculty and students feel that it is a totally different type of dinning experience from the cafeteria in the University Center, and more choices is always a good thing for people who eat at school on a daily basis. A member of the faculty, Dr J Conyers, Africana studies, said

Wednesday, November 9

Saturday, November 12

Women and the Politics of War Join our lectures from 11:00AM – 12:30PM in UC 226 and from 3:30PM – 5:00PM in Kean Hall 127.

Circle K Come serve your community, become a strong leader and make friends at the Circle K meeting at 4pm in CAS, room 112. Questions? Call Kasi LeGrand at (732) 662-0509.

NJ Nets vs. Houston Rockets Bus departs at 6:30pm for an 8pm game at Meadowlands Arena. Sign up in Student Org’s office located in University Center, room 321. $5 per ticket, 2 per Kean ID.

American Marketing Association Sharpen your marketing skills, explore leadership opportunities, plan club activities, explore professional development and careers and hear from marketing professionals at 3:30pm in University Center , room 346. Kean Athletic Training Workshop In Campus School West Room 109 from 3:30-4:50pm. Muslim Students Association Come be a part of the Muslim Student Association at 3:30pm in UC 337A. Pan-African Student Association Come share your needs and interests at the P.A.S.U. meeting in University Center Room 228 from 3:30-4:50pm. Tri-Beta Biology Club Come join the Biology Club from 3:304:50pm in Bruce Hall room 109.

Tuesday, November 8 CPTS Coffee Hour Enjoy free coffee and refreshments before or after class in Hutchinson Hall Lobby from 7pm-8pm. Irene Murema | The Cougar’s Byte Little kids got a lift from their parents after the long day of Halloween Trick-or-Treat fun!

of trouble.” Yvonne basically summed up the day’s events by saying it was a day that brought whole families out including the dog to have fun in a safe environment and learn something about good health. Kaitlyn Davies, freshman Political Science major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

RSA Meeting General body meeting at 10:30pm in Whiteman Hall lounge.

Wednesday, November 9 Science Job Fair Looking for a job in the sciences? Career Development and Advancement invites you to explore jobs and internships from 1-3:30pm in the CAS building, 1st floor. Remember to dress prodessionally and bring plenty of resumes. For a list of companies visit www.kean.edu/~career. Campus Crusade for Christ Come explore what life is all about at 3pm in CAS room 351.

“It is a genuine bargain for money especially for the students, plus there is more variety.” Students also feel that the new cafeteria is quite satisfying. “The cafeteria is a wonderful place to come and eat as well as to enjoy a great meal in a wonderful atmosphere,” Ahdayar Johnson, senior Graphic Communications major asserts with a smile. Keeping the cafeteria immaculate is a major goal and the management is doing their best at keeping this promise so far. The staff members are very polite and ready to assist you in every possible way in order to make your dining experience pleasurable.

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Irene Murema | The Cougar’s Byte (top right) A student waits to be served his meal. (top left) Muriame Albert and Natasha Lucien pose for a picture before enjoying a scrumptious meal. (right) The manager for the buffet style dinning, Marita Ayala and Phil Lucenti who is the executive chef, take time out for a picture.

Both commuter and resident students can purchase meal plans. Resident freshmen are advised to choose between the k-12 or

Servant of Two Masters Truffaldino, a wily Italian servant, gets lucky in this classic 18th century Italian commedia dell’arte farce by Carlo Goldino at 8pm in Wilkins Theatre. For more information call (908) 737-SHOW [7469]

FREE Self Defense Class Learn how to protect yourself from 4-6pm at the East Campus 1st Floor Aerobic Room. Kean Pride Discover yourself as well as others at Kean Pride in UC 337B at 9pm.

Sunday, November 13 Thursday, November 10

Servant of Two Masters Truffaldino, a wily Italian servant, gets lucky in this classic 18th century Italian commedia dell’arte farce by Carlo Goldino at 2pm in Wilkins Theatre. This presentation will include audio description. For more information call (908) 737-SHOW [7469]

Foodbank Luncheon All you can eat buffet from 11:30am-2pm in the Cougars Den. Tickets are $10. Proceeds benefit the Community Food Bank of NJ. Tickets may be purchased at the door or contact CPTS at (908) 737-5250.

Catholic Mass Come celebrate mass in the University Center Pre-Function Lobby at 8pm.

Students for Solidarity and Justice Join us in our fight against injustice in the world. Come to out meeting from 8-10pm in Hennings Hall room 233.

Friday, November 11

By Irene Murema, Staff Writer

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Monday, November 7

FREE Self Defense Class Learn how to protect yourself from 4-6pm at the East Campus 1st Floor Aerobic Room.

New Dining Services At Downs Hall he football players aren’t the only ones excited about the new “all you can eat” style dining at Kean. The 2005 school year brings new changes including the addition of the cafeteria in Downs Hall. The motivation for the project was centered on the students; allowing them access to a buffet for less but still allowing them to get proper nourishment from the variety of foods served. Funded by the school administration, the project has proven to be a true success.

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everybody was astounded at how the campus transformed over night into a little monster’s fantasy.

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k-16 plans, which include 12 and 16 meals per week respectively. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, Breakfast 7am9.30am, Lunch 11am-1.30pm, and Dinner 4.15-6.45pm. Saturday, Sunday and Holiday

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schedule is Brunch 11am-1.30pm, Dinner 4.15pm-6.45pm. Irene Murema, freshman Biology major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

University Center INFORMATION DESK P: (908) 737-5222 Monday-Thursday 7 am - 12 am Friday 7 am - 10 pm Saturday 10 am - 8 pm Sunday 10 am - 11 pm UC COMPUTER LAB Monday-Thursday 9 am - 11 pm Friday 9 am - 9 pm Saturday 10 am - 7 pm Sunday 10 am - 10 pm DOUGALL COMPUTER LAB 24 Hours MARKETPLACE Monday-Thursday Friday

9 am - 7 pm 9 am - 4 pm

BOOKSTORE Monday-Friday

P: (908) 737-5230 9 am - 6 pm

FOOD COURT Monday-Thursday Friday

7 am - 7 pm 7 am - 3 pm

SNACK BAR Monday-Thursday Friday-Saturday Sunday

11 am - 11 pm 3 pm - 9 pm 4 pm - 10 pm

Diwali Dinner and Garba Enjoy dinner and celebration at 7pm in Downs Hall. Tickets sold in advance at Wilkins Theatre for $7. If you have questions please contact The Association of Indian Students at (973) 819-3184 or via email at cutiehimms2580@yahoo.com.

STARBUCKS/COFFEE HOUSE Monday-Thursday 11 am - 9 pm

Deb Margolin in Index to Idioms This Obie-winning author and member of Split Britches performs a compilation of humorous tales about dating, parenthood, jobs and social status spun off of a list of idioms brought home from school by her son at 8pm in the UC Little Theatre.

GAME ROOM Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

ICE CREAM PARLOR Monday - Thursday 11 am - 7 pm Friday 11 am - 3 pm

Hours Subject to Change

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COUGAR ATHLETICS FOOTBALL

OVERALL: 3-5 The College of New Jersey

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CAMS Scholars Program Tuition awards for students interested in teaching middle school science or mathematics. Awards of up to $5000 for three years. Come learn more in Hennings Hall auditorium, room 113 from 3:30-4:50pm. For more information, contact Margie McBride at (908) 737-3423.

Sat. Nov. 12

Caribbean Islanders Council for Radical Autonomy Join in on the fun and be apart of C.I.C.R.A. at 3:30pm in CAS 116.

FIELD HOCKEY

OVERALL: 12-5

NJAC: 3-3

TENNIS

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NJAC: 0-5

Kean Gospel Choir Wilkins Theatre Room 141 from 3:304:50pm.

VOLLEYBALL

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NJAC: 2-5

MEN’S BASKETBALL

OVERALL: OV ERALL: 0-0

NJAC: 0-0

The Merck Fellows Program FOR JUNIORS ONLY. The Merck Institute for Science Education and Kean University invite you to attend an informational session to learn about this unique professional opportunity for Kean undergraduates from 3:30-4:50pm in Hennings Hall auditorium, room 113.

Sat. Nov. 19 Tues. Nov 22

OVERALL: 8-8-4

NJAC: 2-5-2

WOMEN’S SOCCER

OVERALL: 11-6-2

NJAC: 6-3

CROSS COUNTRY NCAA Div. III Atl. Reg. Championships

Lycoming Lyco g Tip Off Tournament rna ament William University Willia m Paterson Pate niversity

WOMEN’S N’S BASKETBALL KETB Sat. Nov. 19 9 Tues. Nov v 22

OVERALL: 0-0 OVERALL

Cougar Tip O Off Tournament Paterson University William Pate

Downs Hall Dining Breakfast 7 am - 9:30 am Lunch 11 am - 1:30 pm Dinner 4:15 pm - 6:45 pm Weekend Brunch 11am - 1:30pm

Home - 1PM

MEN’S SOCCER

Sat. Nov. 12

11 am - 10 pm 11 am - 8 pm 12 pm - 7 pm 4 pm - 9 pm

Rochester, NY - 11AM

Away - 8PM Away - 6PM NJAC: 0-0 Home - 1PM Away - 8PM

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

FOR THE KEAN UNIVERSITY STUDENT COMMUNITY

East Campus POOL & FITNESS ROOMS P: (908) 737-5803 Monday-Thurs. 12:30 pm - 9:30 pm Friday 12:30 pm - 5 pm Saturday-Sunday 10 am - 2 pm

Library NANCY THOMPSON LIBRARY P: (908) 737-4618 Monday-Thursday 8 am - 12 am Friday 8 am - 5 pm Saturday 9 am - 4 pm Sunday 1 pm - 10 pm STUDENT TECHNOLOGY LAB P: (908) 737-5236 Monday-Thursday 8 am - 12 am Friday 8 am - 5 pm Saturday 9 am - 5 pm Sunday 1 pm - 10 pm Hours Subject to Change

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The COUGAR’S Byte

November 7, 2005

Sandra Espinal, coordinator of PAW Events

It’s All About Wednesdays By Irene Murema, Staff Writer

hat could be more exciting the hearing the word free? Free breakfast, just what you need after spending all your money buying the treasured sidekick. Or free dance lessons, a prefect way to impress your crush or even better, having someone read you poetry while you sit back and relax…. for free. Well, if this sounds like music to your ears, it will be good to know that you can easily get access to all these exciting opportunities if you come to PAW Events on Wednesdays. Hungry stomachs were fed at breakfast time and enjoyed delicacies such as freshly baked bagels and juice. Students were able to pick up the pictures that they took the previous week at the University Center’s Atrium, which were well developed and neatly enclosed in a frame. A checkers tournament was held at the game room, where concentration was the order of the day. The students that took part were eager to win the fifty dollars: maybe to help pay part of their cell phone bill. There was actually a draw; two finalists could not out beat each other and so they had to split the money. Darral Connor, sophomore Accounting major tied with Mathew Onyia, freshman Accounting major. They also proudly went home with a “Psyched About Wednesdays” shirt that would remind them of how much stamina they had that day. The salsa classes that took place in the University Center room 337B were sponsored by the Ritmo Latino group and they were extremely entertaining. The students got a chance to learn how to dance salsa without the pain of having to pay any cash. “I learn salsa for fun and to show off my new skill to my friends” said freshman Habiba Choudhary, Accounting major. The grand finale came when the Poetry Hour: Spoken Word took place in the Cougars Den. One would have thought that Shakespeare had lived again when they heard the poets read the poems. Many students showed up for the event and it was definitely thrilling for them. So, feel free to make your way to the Paw Events next Wednesday…the cougar will be very happy to see you! Irene Murema, freshman Biology major, is a member of The Cougar’s Byte staff.

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