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by Annie Rooney Executive Editor At a last minute FUSA meeting Tuesday night at 6pm, concert directors Michael Rubertone ‘11 and Matt Signore ‘11 announced the fall concert artists. Jason Derulo, 3OH!3 and opening band, Down with Webster or DWW, will be performing in Alumni Hall on October 29. “It’s the perfect way to start the Halloween weekend,” said Signore as the small audience reacted with excited shrieks.

Derulo is a new pop artist with hit singles “Ridin’ Solo” and “In My Head.” 3OH!3 has been all over the charts since 2008 with their first album “Want” featuring hit single “Don’t Trust Me.” Recently the band has collaborated with pop stars to create the more hits including “Starstrukk,” featuring Katy Perry and “My First Kiss,” featuring Kesha. The Canadian pop rock band DWW is currently touring with 3OH!3 as the opening act and will also be visiting Fairfield’s campus for the concert.

Rubertone and Signore stressed the importance of the concert survey that FUSA previously distributed. “It’s your school and it’s your concert,” said Rubertone.

After reading about 570 responses they were able to accurately assess the music interests of the student body to book the three performances.

Tickets go on sale Monday, September 27. This year, student tickets will be sold at $35 each for the first week of sales. After the first week, ticket sales will increase to the normal $40 per ticket and only one student ticket will be sold per Stagcard. All non-student tickets will be sold at $45 each.

Students seemed to receive the announcement with immense excitement. “That’s awesome!” exclaimed Jessica Goldstein ’12 and Alexandra Giatrelis ’12.

Nick Bakalov ’11 also seemed happy. “This might be the first concert in four years that I go to,” he said.

FUSA President, Eddie Muniz seemed pleasantly satisfied by the announcement. “It’s gonna be the best concert in all four years,” he expressed. FUSA seems to be promising quite a show for October 29.

Fairfield Granted Ford Foundation Grant

By Charlotte Adinolfi Assistant News Editor

The Ford Foundation has granted Fairfield University’s Center for Faith and Public Life a two-year, $200,000 grant to study the education of undocumented students at Jesuit Universities.

“Every human has the right to education and this project is really grounded in this belief,” Melissa Quan, Associate Director of the Center for Faith and Public Life said.

Having begun on July 1st, 2010, Fairfield University will be working together with Santa Clara University as well as Loyola Chicago over the next two years.

As the lead university of the project, Fairfield has set out to answer what the cur-

rent practices are at Jesuit schools regarding undocumented students and what challenges are presented when trying to serve these students.

At the end of the two years, a final policy on the findings will be produced.

“There is very little hard data about the situation of undocumented students in American universities,” Richard Ryscavage, S.J., Professor of Sociology and Director of the Center for Faith and Public Life said.

“This grant will allow us to make a major contribution to the national understanding of the problem.”

The project will be funded by the Ford Foundation and a group of Fairfield professors and faculty will work on the project with the other two universities.

Dr. Kurt Schlichting, professor of sociol-

ogy and anthropology, will lead the research team and Dr. Jocelyn Boryczka, assistant professor of politics and director of peace and justice studies, will be a part of the project for Fairfield.

Ryscavage said he has been concerned about this issue for many years and how to properly address the situation of undocumented students. “I feel there has been a lack of moral leadership on the part of the universities,” Ryscavage said.

In an effort to pursue this situation, Fairfield began work with the Carnegie Corporation of New York on a pilot study run last year. The project sought to look at the immigration debate in a new light which was through a faith based lens.

Quan said that the project grew and Dr. Boryczka created a paper based on the

results.

During a meeting with various philanthropists organized by Noel Appel, director of Foundation Relations, the Center for Faith and Public Life presented their research in hopes that a foundation would fund further studies.

The Ford Foundation expressed an interest in the project and invited Fairfield to submit a proposal.

In this proposal, the Center for Faith and Public Life laid out the basics of the project with the ultimate goal being to fill in the missing information pertaining to this issue.

During the research process, Ryscavage said they will utilize a mixed methods research study by conducting interviews, surveys and various other techniques.

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Hit Show “Glee” Influences Fairfield Choir

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Glee Club members practice in the Gonzaga Auditorium twice a week. by devon porrino Entertainment Editor Journey. Queen. Madonna. Lady Gaga. The hit show “Glee” features them all. The show is about a high school Glee Club that takes modern day artists, mixed with classic rock and popular Broadway shows, and adds a quirky spin to them.

The combination of the Club’s amazing voices and outstanding dance techniques leaves the show’s fans, affectionately called, ‘gleeks,’ speechless. “Gleeks” at Fairfield University can look forward to concerts performed by our own talented Glee Club.

There are a few differences between our Glee Club and the show “Glee,” like the absence of fancy costumes and choreography. The Director of Choral and Liturgical Music, as well as the Director of Glee Club at Fairfield, Carole Ann Maxwell, gives us insight to why this is the case.

“The term ‘glee club’ is not what you see on “Glee”.

What Fairfield does is called a show choir and that came into existence in the 1980’s where you have pop music, singing, dancing, costuming and in some cases lighting and sceneries,” she said, “It’s really a big difference between a glee club such as ours at Fairfield. The show choirs that you see are primarily in high schools.”

Although our Glee Club may not be seen sporting Lady GaGa costumes or busting out ‘Kiss’ head bangs, they can be seen singing songs from Journey, and other classics. Has “Glee” had a significant influence on Glee Clubs around the world, or at least, at Fairfield?

“I would say definitely it has, in a positive way,” said Maxwell, “The seniors at our pop concert actually did one of the songs by Journey that was featured on “Glee.” I think that the story line is something that my students really enjoy so I know that they watch it. It’s certainly a phenomenon.”

According to Maxwell, Glee Clubs, which were originally restricted to men only, started in the 18th century.

What started out as drinking songs grew to choirs in the 19th century, which is when Fairfield University began their own men’s Glee Club.

After women joined Fairfield’s campus in the 70’s, a joint choir was made in 1987. Both women and men, still coined the term Glee Club, which Fairfield University wanted in order to keep the old tradition alive.

With the tradition still kicking, Maxwell agrees that, “The show Glee has certainly taken a very old fashioned word and brought it back in a very fun way.”

So, does this mean that our very own Carole Ann is a ‘gleek’ like the rest of us who have witnessed the extraordinary performances of “Glee”?

“It just gives a very positive outlook, I think, on the popular music that is so exciting when it’s put together well in those arrangements,” she said.

That sounds like a yes.

Fairfield Encourages Students to Bike

main campus.

According to Fitzpatrick, the students liked the new program and “we knew we wanted to expand [it].”

While there is no definitive way of gauging the success of the program, “the reports from Residence Life staff indicate that we have a good program with the potential to be great,” said Fitzpatrick.

“There’s nothing foreseeable to downgrade the program,” he said, and he is hopeful to put five bicycles in each of the dormitories next year.

On many university campuses, the bike is a staple – even preferred – transportation method. “There are a good six out of nine school months that are good for riding,” said Fitzpatrick. And he hinted that there is talk in the town of Fairfield to expand the existing bike paths to reach the beach. “But this may be years and years from now,” he said.

Students around campus have mixed feelings, “It’s easier,” said Mariyeah Charlton’12, “and you could get around town without having to take the shuttle.”

On the other hand, Greg Bukoski ’14 said, “I haven’t ridden a bike in years.” Fitzpatrick counters, “it’s healthy, it gets you from point A to point B quickly and it’s fun!” Plus, they say once you learn how to ride, you never forget how.

By Tebben lopez staff writer One of the milestones of growing up is the graduation from training wheels to a two-wheel bike. But what happens to the bicycle when you’re packing the car up for college?

For those who left it at home, Fairfield has an option that may appeal to you.

Last year, the decision was made to restrict parking to upperclassmen and commuters only. The new policy helped push the 5-year-old concept of expanding bike use on campus. This year, Fairfield University has purchased 15 new bicycles for students to use on campus.

The bicycles will be kept in the halls of the three Quad dorms, where students can show their StagCard and rent one free of charge. Students will also be able to rent helmets and locks for the bicycles.

James Fitzpatrick, Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs, and his collaborators, said that they wanted to support the new bike shop, and had the support of the “vibrant and enthusiastic environmental group.” The new parking restrictions also helped. Tying in with the University’s drive to be green, students riding bicycles will also reduce the carbon footprint.

It started as an experiment and five bicycles were purchased from Trek Bicycle. Then Associate Director of Residence Life, Jason Downer, agreed to coordinate with Dolan Hall because of its inconvenient distance from the

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Left: Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs, James Fitzpatrick, showcases available bikes for student transportation

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A Little Less Worry and A Little More Spending

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Headshot of Economics Professor Dr. Edward Deak.

By Janelle Cecco Staff Writer Over twelve trillion dollars in debt.

Sixteen million people unemployed. A bank borrowing rate at one forth of one percent.

These are current statistics that are indicative of our country’s current, fragile economic state. Due to the financial crisis that began in 2008, the people of our coun-

try have become increasingly insecure in terms of spending money.

However, “The ‘Great Recession,’ is over,” according to Dr. Edward Deak, Economics Professor at Fairfield University.

This statement alone should give Americans a sense of relief that their lives will soon be back in order.

But, when statistics such as the ones above remain, people are still not confident in spending the money they have

on anything more than the essentials.

So, what will it take for consumers to be confident and begin spending money once again?

“Very simply,” said Deak, “jobs.” With the payouts of Obama’s stimulus package fading, and an unemployment rate of 9.6 percent, finding jobs may be a challenge for many, especially those who have become discouraged.

To those who are discouraged, “This too shall pass,” said Deak. The recovery of our economy will be slow, according to Deak, but once Americans stop worrying and begin spending, the future of our economic state will start to improve.

Businesses too, need to stop being passive, and begin spending. With a borrowing rate of one fourth of one percent, it is almost as if money is free, and therefore seems nonsensical that very few are taking advantage of this opportunity.

In a survey of 150 college students from three Connecticut universities, 46 percent said that they personally knew or heard of friends or family members losing their jobs within the past three years.

In addition, 126 out of the 150 surveyed, admitted to being worried about finding jobs once they graduate

college.

Dr. Deak’s advice to college seniors who are going to begin looking for start up jobs within the next couple of months is this: “Take anything you can get. Don’t be picky.”

Unfortunately, it is not only the lack of jobs that are keeping our country at a state of weariness.

The crash of the real estate market has been a major factor in driving our country

into the recession, and with housing sales 25.5 percent below the level from one year ago, as stated in the July’s “New York Times” article, a lot more must be done before homebuyers regain their confidence.

“Our company has 30 people in design due to a high interest in remodeling and home improvements, however no one is willing to pull the trigger to start spending at this time,” said Mike Cecco, project manager of Creative Design Construction, based out of Northvale, New Jersey.

Interestingly enough, the desire to have luxury items still exists, but actually getting the dream home is not yet a reality.

Contrastingly at Fairfield, we see construction going on every day, as we rebuild our residential housing, to make living on campus more appealing.

“The University received favorable terms on loans,” said Deak, “which is a big positive for us.”

Although the new housing project costs approximately $60 million, the University will benefit from these enhancements in the long run. Residence life on campus will be more appealing and student involvement outside of the classroom is expected to increase.

Dormitory and suite-style buildings may not be the same as personal homeownership, but our University is setting an example for our country as a whole.

Spending money on things besides essentials, in this case, housing improvements, will stimulate our economy little by little.

However our nation must do this wisely. With a national deficit of over one trillion dollars and an overall debt amount of over twelve trillion dollars, we have to be aware of what excess spending can lead to.

All in all, we need to get our economy moving, and for this to happen, Americans have to start spending. Although money is seen as a prized possession, we must stop hoarding.

If we don’t, the “Great Recession,” could continue. After all, this is the home of the brave. So be brave; take a risk and spend so that the future of our country can be great without the word recession attached to it.

Credit Unions Open to Students on Campus

By Dan Leitao Managing Editor

Students coming back to campus this fall were met with with two new ATMs and another way to do their banking besides Bank Of America. The Fairfield University Credit Union has finally opened its doors to students.

The ATMs on campus are located in the office of Gonzaga Hall Auditorium Lobby and at The Levee. The credit union, which has a part Fairfield since early 1974, merged with Personal Care Credit Union enabling it to open membership to students.

With this option, students will now have the choice to bank the traditional way with Bank of America on campus or join the credit union.

Phylis Fitzpatrick, Interim Manager at Fairfield University said, “A credit unions philosophy has always been not for profit and it has always been owned by its memberships.”

“We merged with a bigger credit union, Personal Care Credit Union, which has now enhanced our assets product and membership. They received permission to offer the credit union to students,” she said.

“When it [Fairfield University Credit Union] was by itself we were too small to take on that [students] membership” The credit union, now that it can take on students, is “in a marketing campaign to have students check us out. It is an alternative to banking but it also can be an addition to banking.”

One of the advantages that Fitzpatrick pointed out is, “banks make a profit and you don’t see any of it. You don’t get dividends.”

John Keets CFO of Personal Care Credit Union said, “We do not have any other campus memberships at this point. Fairfield is our first soiree into campus life but, the prospect of going in and serving a young membership base is very exciting.”

“We are looking forward to being able to tap the mind of students on what students are looking for in the financial industry.”

Fitzpatrick said, “I think the confusion might be for students who might be saying

‘why should I join?

I belong to bank of America or Chase’. The bottom line is all credit unions are community based. Every dollar that you put in while being federally insured goes into the whole asset pool to give loans.”

Kaitlin Farrell ‘12 said, “I didn’t know that there was a credit union on campus for students.”

She continued, “It is definitely something I would be interested in if there is more information about it.”

For students like Kaitlin who are looking for more information on the credit union, it is located in The Gonzaga Hall Auditorium Lobby with hours from 8-3p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Closed Daily 1:15p.m-1:45p.m.

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Credit Union ATM in the Gonzaga Auditorium

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FUSA Aims to Achieve New Goals

By Alexandria hein news editor In an interview with FUSA Vice President Lauren Johnson, she carefully outlines four of the major goals for FUSA would like to achieve this year.

While the goals themselves touch on different aspects of the committee, they each share the underlying theme of becoming a cohesive productive unit.

First and foremost, the leaders of FUSA are setting out to increase accessibility and visibility among the branches. “We are trying to get people to recognize people’s faces and feel comfortable approaching them with concerns,” said Johnson.

Johnson said that she and President Eddie Muniz as well as other members of FUSA are especially looking forward to working together with their SWAT team.

SWAT stands for, Stags Working All Together. This goal aims more specifically at freshmen, but includes all branches of the organization.

“It’s helped us get underclassmen involved with FUSA,” said Johnson who also mentioned that there were over 100 people in attendance at the last FUSA meeting.

“Last year we had about 35 people on the team and now about six of them are official officers,” she added.

Their second goal aims at increasing school spirit and overall campus pride.

They will work with event programmers to develop more in depth Fairfield Fridays, Late Nights at Barone, and will plan to create more programs related to sporting events. The success of a tailgate before a lacrosse game last season has encourage FUSA to be more involved.

Johnson also listed programs that would connect to the University global citizenship team headed

by Dr. Renee White.

They plan to work together to expose students to how we as a University are part of a larger world, so that we can work together to contribute to our community.

FUSA is also working to promote collaboration between clubs so that there is less competition and more of an overall entertainment and fun feel for students on the weekend.

The third goal touches on promoting diversity, but not just the usual cultural aspects. They plan to spread this throughout the FUSA organization as far as the mixing of classes among officers and members For other students FUSA has worked with Fairfield to develop multi cultural Mondays which will be in the lower level BCC focusing on celebrating

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different causes. Barone will also be serving multi cultural foods on Mondays.

Finally the officers this year want to make FUSA fun so that “people want to stay involved throughout the whole year,” said Johnson.

Citing that they have already participated in their annual tradition of going to Camp Jewel, they also have developed new plans for training.

“Camp Jewel sets the tone for the rest of the year,” said Johnson who commented later that they did have, “a really great time.”

FUSA wants every student to know a Senator and most of all for everyone to have fun.

Students are reminded that you may join SWAT team at any point during the year, and second semester is when Senate seats open for election.

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“The Secret Garden”

By Tyler Wosleger Staff Writer

Tomatoes. Peppers. Kale. Typically, you would have to head to the produce section of the local grocery store to find these items.

For Fairfield students, however, these foods will be grown on campus and can be experienced in Barone Dining Hall this school year.

Hiding behind the Dolan School of Business is a new vegetable and herb garden in which a variety of items are currently growing.

Most of the vegetables and herbs were planted in June, with hopes that they will be harvested this fall.

“We’re focusing on things we can harvest in the fall, such as winter squash,” said Jennifer L. Klug, Ph.D., associate professor of biology.

The garden began to take form this past June in an effort to help the sustainability plan. The garden will be educational for biology and environmental studies students and will provide food for the student dining hall and area food pantries.

Although largely unnoticed, the garden’s benefits will be seen in the Barone dining hall. While the garden cannot possibility provide enough food for all the students, it can contribute to a healthier cafeteria.

Professor Klug talked about specifically how the

garden will add to the dining hall.

“On Thursday nights, we plan to have ‘Garden Night’ when goods that are grown in the garden are featured on the menu,” she said.

The garden may be a part of the education for some students, but many students are unaware of its existence.

Fairfield’s Secret Garden is located behind the Dolan School of Business.

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“I’m a junior University of Buffalo, St. Mary’s in California, and multiple and I’ve been following the university’s ‘going green’ initiauniversities in Oregon, that have vegetable gardens on camtive, but I had not heard of the garden that was erected this pus to promote healthier eating and a sustainable environsummer,” said Bryan Wrabel ’12. ment.

The garden is situated on a hill between the Dolan

“I hope that the garden helps students to think School of Business and the PepsiCo Theatre. It will continue about how our food is grown and distributed. I hope they to be an opportunity for student research and a local food learn to enjoy and value eating vegetables grown on camsupply for the dining hall. pus,” said Klug.

Fairfield joins schools nationwide, including the

Bellarmine Mansion Opens Museum new museum in October. The museum will host new pieces from around the world, which will complement the articles that the University already had in its possession.

The Mirror: It is impressive that Fairfield now has its own art museum. How will it be used by the students?

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Melanie Rice ‘11 retouches scultpure in Bellarmine Museum

By Matthew Palmer Staff Writer The Mirror interviewed Jill Deupi, Bellarmine Museum Director and Assistant Professor of Art History.

For the past six years, a small staff of Art History faculty has been working to open the Bellarmine Museum in Bellarmine Hall (pronounced Bell-er-min not Bell-er-mine), Fairfield’s signature building. The Bellarmine Mansion which is now home to a museum of over 75 pieces, spanning anywhere from the Renaissance to pre-Columbian eras, is eagerly awaiting the opening of the

Jill Deupi: Some professors from different departments have already contacted me and are eager to visit the museum with their classes, specifically classes in the Religious Studies and Art History programs. There are currently four Art History classes here in the museum’s classrooms, and more classes are being scheduled here for upcoming semesters. Also, the Graduate School is hosting a “Night at the Museum”, giving graduate students an opportunity to bring their children to first, watch the Ben Stiller movie then, to take a tour of the actual museum.

TM: What pieces does the museum hold?

Do we have the capacity to hold additional pieces of art?

JD: The museum currently holds 38 plaster casts, 10 paintings, 20 pieces from Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met), and 17 non-western pieces, which are currently being held in the display cases in the ground floor of Canisius. The museum does have more capacity to hold new pieces and we are excited about the potential of growth that we have.

TM: Are all of your displays permanent or are some temporary?

Fairfield Continued from page 1 “Since this is such a delicate question, we must be careful of our discoveries,” Ryscavage said. “There is a real danger of deportation for families and students if the information is made public.”

He went on to say that they are working hard on designing a methodology which will protect the students.

After the research has been conducted, Fairfield agreed to produce a policy paper which Ryscavage hopes can provide recommendations to the Jesuit university

JD: Not all of our exhibits are permanent.

The Met loaned Fairfield 20 pieces, some of which will be returned in two years, some returned in four.

TM: What is the museum’s most prized possession? Why? JD: There is not one specific piece that is prized over others. We don’t rank things by dollar value, except for insurance purposes.

We are featuring 10 paintings, which are a gift from the Samuel H. Kress Foundation¸ two paintings from the 14th and two from the 15th century, which are irreplaceable and priceless to the museum.

TM: With the opening of the museum less than a month away and six years of planning and work behind you and your team, what are your feelings about this day finally being here?

JD: This is so hugely exciting to me! I have only been involved for two years, my predecessor was the head of the project for over four years but I’ve been on board this whole time. Watching this museum go from blueprints to actually being a reality has been incredible. Everything from placing the pieces in the museum to choosing carpets and paint colors has given me a huge sense of gratification.

TM: Is admission to the museum free for students? For the public?

TM: Do other universities have comparable museums?

JD: Many, many other schools have museums that feature many fine arts. For example, Yale has two that feature impressive art, so we are excited to have this museum on campus.

TM: Are there work-study positions available here?

JD: We do offer work-study, specifically on security detail, however all our positions are full for this semester.

TM: On campus, Bellarmine Hall has the reputation of “the building no one has been in.” Is it really as mysterious as everyone thinks?

JD: No not at all, come on in! Hopefully this museum helps to change that reputation.

We would love nothing more for students to come and go daily and this to become an integral part of campus!

TM: If you could leave the students with just one thought about your museum, what would it be?

JD: I want this museum to serve as a resource for everyone. This is really a museum that could speak to anyone, specifically to the 21st century mind. Students who see the museum give us a platform for feedback, allowing us to respond to the students.

JD: The museum is free for anyone.

system as a whole. As more immediate outreach to other Jesuit institutions, President of Fairfield University, Father Jeffery von Arx, S.J. will present the project goals in October during a meeting with the presidents of the 28 Jesuit schools in the United States. Ryscavage said that they will encourage the other Jesuit institutions to support the project and they will have a better sense of whether or not other institutions want to be a part of the study.

“We are very optimistic most schools will agree with us,” Ryscavage said.

Quan said that she believes it will be more appealing due to Fairfield’s approach to the issue. “We are looking through a moral lens which moves beyond the polarized public debate and instead focus on the human story,” Quan said. “It is important to bring this type of perspective

to the conversation.”

Ryscavage anticipates the project will receive national attention since this year has had publicity focused on the controversial immigration debate nationwide.

Once the project finishes the early design stages, Fairfield hopes to have completed their research with success

by June 30th, 2012.

“I am excited about this project,” Ryscavage said.

“It struck me as a waste of talent that bright high school students are denied federal loans and for all practical purposes were raised here, only know this country but are treated still as if they had walked across the border themselves.”

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The Real Deal at The Beach Fairfield Beach Resident Association (FBRA) has been the bane of student life for quite some time. They are personally responsible for the injunction at Lantern Point and they are once again rearing their heads in anger about last year’s Clam Jam. FBRA President Paige Herman vowed, “We will not have another May 1, 2010." This means that FBRA is ready to attack beach life as we know it.

For the most part, Fairfield residents do not mind Fairfield University students. In fact, they appreciate the business we bring to Fairfield, they enjoy the Quick Center events (we even gave them enough parking at students expense), and they love the influx of baby sitters.

To understand how a respectable, affluent group of individuals could move to Fairfield Beach and not expect partying students as their neighbors might seem a bit strange. It is clear, in just a few Google searches, that there are parties going on at The Beach.

We blame realtors who make Fairfield Beach out to be Fairfield County's next hot spot and want the commission on two million dollar 'McMansions.'

This means that the realtors decided to conveniently leave out things like Clam Jam or that Fairfield students party at the Grape until 1 a.m., at least four nights a week. Hate to break it to the Fairfield Beach residents, but a little research might have helped.

(Oh, and The Beach is lame compared to stories from what alumni reminisce about of the 1990s) However, those residents at the beach who wish they were living on the Westport coastline, are now putting even more pressure on the new police chief to take action against rowdy Fairfield college students. That being said, we are all sure that every member of the FBRA never partied once while in college, or that any of the male members never urinated outside of a bathroom throughout his entire life. We are also sure that if a DUI-check was set up on Reef Rd. from 8-10 p.m., police wouldn’t catch members coming home from having one too many scotches after taking the train home.

We understand that drunk Fairfield University students are not the ideal neighbors. We most certainly won't to live next to them after we have made our millions and are looking to settle down in southern Fairfield County, North Jersey, the high end suburbs of Boston or North Shore Long Island. However, don’t blame us just because you made the mistake of living in a college town with a student population that lives in crappy beach houses and has a bar within walking distance. So please do not take it out on us because your realtors promised a Westport style waterside property.

Let’s come to a happy medium: put some port-a-potties up, extra trash cans along Reef Rd. and get a bunch of ear plugs (just like Fairfield University did for Kostka residents) so we can all get along. And let us be the first to invite you to come enjoy Clam Jam with us this year on May 1. It’s good music, good clams, good beer and a great time. Just call it a Block Party. The best part is you don’t even need to bring anything!

Fairfield Police are cracking down on noise at the Beach. Have an opinion? Send it to opinion@fairfieldmirror.com.

Growing Up: Self-Identity Starting the Year Off Right

By Danica Ceballos Staff Writer New faces, new classes and new activities are all expected to be part of a new school year. Whether eating in Barone, walking to class or studying in the library, each student comes into contact with numerous other students. Smiles and waves may be exchanged, as well as a few conversations here and there.

These rituals have been instilled in people since childhood; children are raised to be themselves while still conforming to standards and behaviors accepted, as well as respected, in society. In addition, most people present themselves in the way in which they hope to be perceived.

Because of this, one must question the authenticity of his or her acquaintances when meeting new people. If someone is presented with a different setting, will that person change who they have been to become someone else? Do students wear a mask and take on characteristics that they have never encompassed before? As students meet others, they must ask these questions.

At what point will people discover the whole truth about their roommates? Students may hope to take on a new identity when entering college; this can be positive or negative.

When a student arrives in a new bubble, he or she must ask: Do I continue the way that I was in high school? Do I want to go to all the parties? Do I want to study consistently to achieve higher grades than the previous year? These are only a few of the questions that not only freshmen but also upperclassmen may consider when returning to school for the fall semester.

With that being said, do students think twice about their friends? Are their true personalities coming through, or is it all an act? At some point, the truth will be revealed. But the real question is: How long will it take for people to feel comfortable enough to show their true colors and accept that they will attract the people that are most compatible with them?

When starting a new year, each student must consider these possibilities. Will students take extreme measures to conform to the typical college lifestyle?

Will students accept themselves for who they are? At what point do students let their guard down?

Students must be true to themselves in order to make real friends. They must present themselves in the way in which they should be perceived because of their values and ideas, not because of the attributes that others expect them to embody.

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Wearing White After Labor Day

Taking a Break

By Dan leitao Managing Editor

By Courtney Todd Staff Writer

It seems every Thursday, Friday and Saturday it’s the same question: What are you doing tonight?

Answers include The Beach, townhouses, dorms and The Grape. All students feel like they need to have an answer that, in one way or another, means they are going out for the night.

All too often I have heard friends say, “I love going home because I get a break from going out.”

Why is there this feeling that if you are at school, you have to go out? Most of the time, students feel that they will miss something fun and end up regretting it when their friends retell the stories of the night before.

I fall victim to this just as much as everyone else at Fairfield does. Staying in always seems like a waste of time when I could be out having fun with my friends. Clearly, I don’t intend to spend my Friday night doing homework. So why should I not go to The Beach or townhouses?

If I have something important to do in the morning, I will take it easy the night before; besides that, I like to live my weekends the Fairfield way and live up the nights and spend Sundays doing my homework.

However, just because it is the most common way, doesn’t mean it’s always the right way. You don’t need to go home to have a break. While it is easier because you don’t hear the music playing and you won’t get texts saying party at ## Reef Road, you can still find a way to take a break from the Fairfield party life on and off campus (it doesn’t even need to include FUSA events).

The easiest way to take a night off from the party scene is to see a movie after 9:00 p.m., especially this week when “The Town” and “Easy A” are being released. Another simple way to not only take a break but to also make money while doing so, is to offer your friends a ride down to the beach in exchange for a $10 gas fee. If you are a freshman or sophomore, you very well know that offering a ride is not an option, so might I suggest checking out the Throw Back Movie Review or just hanging out in the dorms. While that sounds lame even as I write it, trust me, taking a break once in a while can make all the difference on Monday morning.

You will be happy that you found a break while on campus.

When I told my mother that I was going to write about whether or not women should wear white after Labor Day she said, “I’m wearing white pants as we speak!” Having had this conversation on September 8, her opinion on the matter was made pretty clear.

So when the big-name fashion magazines hit the stands for their fall fashion preview issues in August and September, I noticed the trend of wearing white during the fall. In the past, most magazines would never have encouraged women to do so outside of the spring and summer months.

Now, magazines such as Teen Vogue, Seventeen and Glamour are telling readers that it’s okay to wear white after Labor Day and into the fall months when paired with the appropriate articles of clothing. They say pairing white jeans with leather riding boots, a striped sweater or a dark colored cardigan are great ways to keep wearing white in the fall.

Agreeing with the current fashion trend, my roommate Caitlin Wenzel '14, “I think it is perfectly fine to still wear white jeans because you can make them into fall fashion by adding a great pair of boots."

I was not only surprised but also excited to see this trend finally be accepted. Personally, I’ve never agreed with the “no wearing white after La-

bor Day” rule, and I find that many others agree with me.

In the past, I have found myself wanting to wear white jeans in the fall, but ended up deciding against it, because of the old rule.

just denim. White tops, tees and any type of sweater can be really cute for the upcoming fall season.

I wear white

way I do, but were afraid to express their desire to wear white simply because it is different.

However, some people just don’t care. Angelika Zbikowski '14, “I always wear white. It is an ancient rule that I don’t think people should follow.”

This is the first time I’ve ever heard of white jeans being acceptable in the fall, so hopefully more women will go with the movement - I know I will this season. If you know how to do it, and have the right pieces to pair it with, I don’t see why it is a problem.

Allie Flannery '14, “A calendar date doesn’t determine an outfit, you do.” That is a perfect statement for the world of fashion. Fashion is a form of self-expression so if a woman wants to wear white past Labor Day, or red and green in the middle of June, she should be able to do so and feel good about what she is wearing.

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But when I saw that magazines were showing white past Labor Day as a socially acceptable trend, my mind immediately imagined what shirts, sweaters and shoes I could wear with my white jeans throughout autumn.

But the trend goes beyond

shirts all the time, no matter what month of the year it is, so I have never understood why people in the fashion world think it is a bad thing.

It’s really cool to see the fashion world change its position on this issue. I believe a lot of women have felt the same

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Who's the Prettiest of Them All?

By Mabel Del Castillo Asst. Opinion editor “Do I look okay?”

“How’s my hair?”

“Is this zit noticeable?”

These are all questions we constantly ask our friends and family because we are under the impression that beauty is everything. What if your entire face were to change drastically due to an unexpected incident?

Would that change who you are because you don’t look the same?

A few weeks ago, on August 30, 2010, Bethany Storro, 28, was a victim of a random violent attack. An unidentified woman in Vancouver, Washington approached her and said, “Hey, pretty girl, do you want to drink this?" prior to throwing acid on her face. Imagine the devastation this woman experienced going from her beautiful self, to a deformed face.

A human face is composed of two eyes, two ears, a nose, lips, skin and hair. Why does it matter how each one is defined? There is much more to a person than just his or her exterior. So now, just because Storro no longer looks that same on the outside, is she judged differently?

Our society is so caught up with beauty and looking perfect that we forget a person isn’t solely defined by external beauty. A person has more than just physical characteristics. For example, personality, humor, kindness and trustworthiness are internal characteristics that are just as important, or maybe even more important,

than what we see when a person passes us in the street. look like when we are born and our parents may hope How many times have you apthat some of their genes kick in while others lay low. proached an attractive guy or girl at Of course, as we get older, we can use make up or have a party and he or she ended up plastic surgery in order to change our outward appearhaving the worst personalances. But why not embrace our imperfections? ity ever? That goes to In actuality, our imperfections define us show that looks aren’t and give us our uniqueness. In the August everything. We define 2010 issue of Elle magazine, Drew Barrymore beauty; beauty does stated, “I like that I’m someone who is anynot define us. thing but perfect.”

Fairfield student Why must we try to conceal our imperAshley Zangara '12 fections rather than accept them? Why can’t said, “To be honest, we realize that nobody is perfect and that alguys who are funny though someone may look it on the outside, and have a great perappearance doesn't necessarily reflect that sonality win me over person's internal self? more than those who The lyrics to Ashley Tisdale’s song “Love are just good-looking.”

Me for Me,” seem to follow the same motto There is also a saying, “Love me with all my imperfections huge difference between / Not for an image of your design/Love me for natural beauty and artificial what you see inside.” beauty and this all So the next time your hair goes frizzy goes along with the or you notice a break out right before a factor of confidence.

Photo Illustration by Andoni Flores date, look in the mirror and say, “So what?”

Some girls will not Nobody is perfect and just because you do leave their houses not look your best today, does not mean you without putting on makeup, while others may go to the are a different person. gym, class, out to dinner and then to a party without applying a drop of makeup.

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By Amber Novak Associate News Editor Filming videos, making music and writing poems after spending hours sitting in a classroom, or behind a cubicle at

work is, for some, more than just a hobby to pass the time.

It is a reflection of who they are. But in this competitive media age in which everyone with a webcam seems to be

on YouTube, where can talented individuals turn to express themselves, build off each others’ energy and actually get their creations out into the world?

HomeJacked Productions, a community-based website, seeks to entertain the masses with quirky films, editorials, songs, poems, stories, pictures and more by talented individuals who have been looking for such a space to share what they do. The website, www. homejackedproductions.com, allows its members to engage with visitors by leaving posts and comments, and by updating content daily.

Now three weeks old, the website was formed by Junior film major Alex Gonzalez ‘12, with the help of some friends from home. HomeJacked Productions emerged out of a desire to create a space that would sponsor “anything creative” in order for potential artists to collaborate and support one another. “I love seeing people do what they want to do in life,” said Gonzalez, “and I want them to be successful at it.”

The intent is not just to give publicity to upand-coming artists, but also to entertain and get people involved with contributing their opinions and leaving comments. A description of HomeJacked Productions during the launch of the website states, “On this site you will find a culmination of young artists, film-makers,

skateboarders, and even 9 to 5ers, creatively expressing themselves in the ambition to pursue their dreams.”

Gonzalez said in an interview that this is a community collaboration site. “I’ve got a guy who cooks, so we’re doing a cooking show with him.” he said.

If you are interested in submitting and collaborating on projects, send an email to info@homejackedproductions. com. Entertainment is the key. “None of us Alex Gonzalez on the site take ourselves too seriously, and we don’t want to,” Gonzalez asserts.

2010 Video Music Awards are a Delight

By Ashley Zangara Asst Entertainment Editor It’s finally that time of year again; MTV’s Video Music Awards were brought to viewers live on Sunday, September 12, 2010, from Los Angeles, California.

A white carpet was rolled out during the pre-show for stars dressed in black and white to strut down while being interviewed.

Among the many stars interviewed, Kesha seemed to be sporting one of the most interesting outfits. She wore a homemade dress made out of black garbage bags that she claimed she got from Home Depot. Lady Gaga did not disappoint her fans either; she made her debut in a long gold and burgundy dress, with a gold headdress, designed by Alexander McQueen.

Michelle Melendez ‘12 said, “My favorite part about

watching the VMA’s is seeing the crazy outfits that celebrities wear. I think it’s a perfect time for celebs to express themselves and, as expected, they did it.”

Before the actual show began, Gaga was awarded Best Dance Video for “Bad Romance” and Best Collaboration for “Telephone.”

Eminem was also an early winner, receiving a moon man for Best Male Video for “Not Afraid.”

Artist, Nicki Minaj, had one of the best performances at the pre-show. She used a space-ship themed stage while wearing an electric pink wig and purple spacesuit. She sang her new single “Check it Out,” which samples The Buggles, “Video Killed the Awards | page 12 Radio Star.” Black

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Awards Continued from page 11 Eyed Pea’s rapper will.i.am joined Minaj mid way through the song for assistance. Both performers killed it on stage.

Once inside the Nokia Theater, host Chelsea Handler, kept audience members and stars entertained with her witty comments and raunchy dialogue. A short clip shown in the beginning, involving actress Lindsay Lohan commenting on Handler’s need to get her life in order, left the audience roaring in laughter.

Mabel Del Castillo ‘12 said, “I was very pleased with the way Chelsea Handler hosted the VMAs because although she is a woman, she did not live down the expectations of a typical VMA host.”

Handler then entered the stage from the ceiling, pulling a Lady Gaga move, dressed in a crazy dress with a house on top of her head. Straight from the start, Handler addressed “the big black elephant in the room,” Kanye West’s interruption of Taylor Swift’s acceptance speech for Best Female Video at last year’s VMAs. Country singer, Swift, got even with Mr. West by performing a track off her upcoming album “Speak Now,” which she apparently wrote after West’s stunt last Lady Gaga at the VMAs

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year. It was clearly directed at Kanye and seemed to be a Direction, and The Black Eyed Peas for Breakthrough Video. little late if you ask me. This song was directed at an incident Drake, B.o.B and Paramore also performed on stage and did that occurred a year ago. If Swift really wanted to make an a fantastic job. impact with it she should have released it months ago.

Kanye West closed the show with his song titled “Taylor Swift looked like a beautiful angel sent from “Runaway.” He wore a bright red suit and had three balleriheaven and I don’t think she was tardy with release of her nas dancing around the white stage. The whole crowd was song. Take that Kanye!” added Dylan Spehler ‘11. chanting West’s name by the end of the song.

Another surprising performance occurred when Abiola Shogbola ‘11 commented, “I thought the perforRihanna came out on stage to assist Eminem in singing mance was funny and different, just like Kanye.”

“Love the Way You Lie.” Rihanna was not expected to show at the VMAs this year due to a prior commitment, let alone perform on stage.

Chris O’Reilly ‘11 expressed, “I heard rumors of artists that would be performing at the VMAs, but heard nothing about Rihanna. It was a nice surprise to see her walk herself onto the stage. She did a great job!”

Pop sensation, Justin Bieber also sang on stage. He began his performance with the opening strains of “U Smile” then transitioned into “Baby.”

In reference to Bieber’s intense dance moves and fabulous lyrical talent, Michael Ballesty ‘12 joked, “Since Justin Bieber is my idol, I was inspired by his performance and style. His lady swagga

By Devon Porrino made me want to grow Entertainment Editor out my hair.”

Bieber ended up takThis is so creative and very silly - perfect to watch when you need a break from a ing home Best New busy day of work.

Artist of the year at the actual award show.

Although every preteen in the world would probably disagree, Usher seemed to have stolen the show with his combination performance of “OMG” and “DJ Got Us Fallin’ in Love.”

Some other award winners were, MUSE for Best Special Effects, 30 Seconds to Mars for Best Rock Video, Florence and the Machine for Best Art

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This guy is quite sassy and the situations are absurdly hilarious.

What can be better than this song, and sung in a cappella?

I love Christopher Walken, and this rendition of “Pokerface” by Lady Gaga may be better than the real version.

This one is definitely a throwback and by far one of my favorite YouTube videos of all time.

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By Jennifer Fioroillo Staff writer

Next Tuesday, September 21, the new hit comedy “Glee” will return to Fox for its second season. As a fan of “Glee” myself and to celebrate the return of this musical phenomenon, I have decided to share my top five favorite performances from the show’s first season.

Song: Imagine Performed by: the Glee Cast In the episode entitled “Hairography,” along with their competitor for Sectionals, the Haverbrook School for the Deaf, New Directions performs a touching rendition of John Lennon’s “Imagine”. With a song as powerful as this one, skeptics of the show may easily assume that a “Glee” version of “Imagine” could never come close to the original Lennon recording, but out of all the group performances on the show thus far, I can honestly say that this one is my top favorite. Not only does Glee stay true to the original in both the lyrics and melody of the song, but the feelings generated from the performance prove strong, as a bond is formed between McKinely High’s New Directions and the students from Haverbrook.

Song: Poker Face Performed by: Lea Michele and Idina Menzel Since her first appearance on the show midway into season one, Glee fans hoped that Broadway star Idina Menzel, who bears a striking resemblance to actress Lea Michele, would turn out to be the biological mother of Michele’s character Rachel. After weeks of waiting and much speculation, their wish came true. In the episode entitled “Dream On,” Menzel’s character Shelby Corcoran, the moderator and instructor of rival glee club Vocal Adrenaline, reveals that Rachel is in fact her biological daughter. In the following episode “Theatricality,” which features the music of Lady Gaga, Rachel learns of this news. After several failed attempts to establish a relationship with her mother, Shelby and Rachel decide to part ways, but not before fulfilling Rachel’s one lifelong dream, to sing a duet with her mother. In keeping with the episode’s original theme, the two characters perform an acoustic piano version of “Poker Face”.

I have never been much of a fan of the song, but when sung by Lea Michele and most especially, Idina Menzel, I absolutely love it.

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Song: Dream On Performed by: Matthew Morrison and Neil Patrick Harris For fans of the former child star, there was no doubt that a guest appearance by Neil Patrick Harris on “Glee” would be an ultimate success, but no one could have guessed that he would also team up with the show’s lead actor, Matthew Morrison, for a cover of the Aerosmith megahit “Dream On”. In the episode appropriately titled “Dream On,” Harris plays the role of Bryan Ryan, a school board representative and a former glee club member at McKinley High School.

In an effort to convince the students of New Directions that, like him, they will never achieve their dreams of stardom, he threatens to disband the glee club, much to Will Schuster’s consternation. As the episode progresses, the tension thickens, resulting in a full-out rivalry between the two men. To prove that they still have what it takes to be successful performers, Bryan and Will both audition for the same role in a stage production of Les Misérables, resulting in this unforgettable performance. Even if you don’t love “Glee” or feel like your favorite songs have been butchered week after week by the show’s cast, it is impossible not to like this duet because one, it’s Aerosmith and two, it’s Neil Patrick Harris.

Song: Somebody to Love Performed by: the Glee Cast In the episode entitled “The Rhodes Not Taken,” New Directions moderator Will Schuster is forced to replace lead singer Rachel Berry when she abruptly leaves the glee club, claiming feelings of under-appreciation. In a desperate attempt to save the club, Will enlists the help of April Rhodes (Kristen Chenoweth), a former glee club star who failed to achieve her dream of stardom, and gives her the lead spot opposite Finn Hudson. At the end of the episode, upon realizing that her glee club days are over, April leaves in the middle of a performance, which encourages Rachel to reconcile with the group and join New Directions in performing the hit Queen song “Somebody to Love.” While most fans of the show would cite “Don’t Stop Believing” as the cast’s best group performance, for me, “Somebody to Love,” with its powerful vocals and cheesy choreography, proved to be the perfect feel-good closing number to a very dramatic and conflict-driven episode.

Song: Sweet Caroline Performed by: Mark Salling In his first solo performance of the season, Mark Salling, in the role of football player turned glee club member Puck, sings “Sweet Caroline”. During the episode entitled “Mash-Up,” Puck attempts to win Rachel’s affection by proving to her that he can hold his own in a song. At the club’s next practice, Puck volunteers to sing for the group, which results in a guitar-based rendition of this Neil Diamond classic. For those who know me, it is no surprise that Salling’s cover made the list because Diamond’s version of “Sweet Caroline” is one of my favorite songs of all time and also the ringtone on my cell phone.

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Dear Dee, This is kind of embarrassing, but I’m in need of some advice. In High School, most of my friends were not in overly serious relationships or the ones that were, were just starting out with their sexual experiences. But now it seems, as I enter college, I feel like I’m the only one who hasn’t “gone all the way.” It’s not that I don’t want to; I just haven’t found the right person yet. Am I making it something bigger than it really is?

Thanks, Embarrassed

Dear Embarrassed, First of all, you should not be! Embarrassed, that is! You are not the only one in this school who has not lost their virginity. Please don’t feel like you are alone in this.

The thing that matters most is the fact that you have stayed true to yourself. There is no specific timeline for how, when, and where things should be done in your life. Everybody has their own timeline, and all those around you should respect this.

What is important is that you are comfortable and happy with the decisions you make! If you were to have sex just to fit in, you wouldn’t be happy with how you felt about yourself because it’s not you and not the right timing.

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Send YOUR questions to deardee @fairfieldmirror. com Sex is not a little thing, especially losing it for the first time! You are making it something bigger than it is. You should feel comfortable with the person you lose your virginity with. Whenever and with whomever you decide to do this, make sure you use protection.

No matter when you decide to take this big step, just make sure you are comfortable and take your time in making the decision! There’s no rush. In the end, it will all be worth it. It all worked out for Steve Carell, didn’t it?

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She Said 2.0 “Making Friends” He Said 2.0 Adam “Lauren” Newson - Senior - English Major

When I arrived at Fairfield U, anticipation flooded my mind as I considered the promises of a great education, new responsibilities and new people. Now, as a senior, I can tell you that education will either come to you or it won’t (so prepare your parents’ basement) and responsibilities are never new because life repeats so much you’d think you were in a Lady Gaga song. People skills, however, is an art that you’ll grow in. I guarantee that by the time you leave you’ll have become a black belt in communications (the easiest degree at this university).

Oh, the people you’ll meet: 1) Roommates These are the “lovely individuals” that will be sharing your room (and possibly all of your food). If you’re lucky, you’ll find someone that is just like you, so that you two can live happily ever after. If not, prepare for war. My sophomore year, I had a “roomie” that loved to sleep to those noise machines. To this day, I have a vendetta with tree frogs and streams.

2) Friends These are your BFFs. The people you can talk to, share your feelings with, and always count on to be up for a Meg Ryan flick at 4:30 in the morning, with that bottle of Godiva liqueur and the pint of Ben and Jerry’s (yes, alcohol makes ice cream even better).

3) Mean Girls Yes, the category includes guys too. I just named it after the movie because I can tolerate these people as much as I can that film. To be honest, just stay away from them. If they get too close, just throw something at them and run.

And remember, “Lovies,” meeting new people is essential to the college experience, even if it makes you question the existence of a merciful God.

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Amber “Brian” Nowak - Junior Art History & Journalism Major

College, besides being the best source for amassing lots of impressive knowledge, that will most likely never help you to secure a job in the future, is a great place for meeting new people.

Once we head into the real world, no longer will we be immersed in a surreal little neighborhood composed almost entirely of people our own age.

On a college campus, every time we check our mail, buy a pack of gum, or sometimes even while heading to the shower, is an opportunity to meet somebody new. Mr. Rogers didn’t have it this good! So we may as well take advantage of the situation while it lasts.

When meeting someone for the first time, whether a guy or a girl, the most important thing to keep in mind is to look really cool. Act like you’ve seen it all.

If your new friend is a chick, you will want her to think you’re a chill guy. Be sure to elaborate on all your most virile endeavors, like the time you chugged that handle of Dubra and didn’t even puke before passing out. If you’re nervous because you think she’s cute, you can make yourself seem more impressive by standing very tall, speaking only in monosyllables, and looking a little bored. This will give off an air of being mysterious.

Making friends in a college atmosphere is quite easy and it won’t be long before you find yourself heading to the cafeteria with half the people on your floor at the same time everyday.

But when socializing with the girls in your flock, be sure to avoid the infamous “girl drama” at all costs. The very moment you hear those gossipy utterances slowly but steadily walk away. Just go. Do not look back.

Because the sooner you can come up with a reasonably believable excuse to book it, they’ll be asking for your input.

Questions regarding whether you think the girl’s best friend or worst enemy is cute, are a trap. No matter how you reply, you will not come out of this victorious.

So stay cool! Keep up the façade of Clint Eastwood-like detachment and no one will be the wiser to all those insecurities about your new haircut or your skinny chicken-legs, and you’ll be well on your way to forming enduring genuine relationships.

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It's Not Really About Phones Cause Alex Would Lose “The Book”

By Dan Leitao Might As Well Be Justin Long

Let’s talk about “The Book” Some people live their lives on it, others don’t even have it (you live under a rock, sorry). It has apps, pages, fans, groups and so many other things I can barely keep track of them all. It doesn’t even look like the Facebook I signed up for all the way back in October of 2005. You know, back in the day you used to put your classes on Facebook to find out who was in them. That removed a whole step from the stalking we go through now, copying the Stagweb class list and pasting it into the Facebook search bar, clearly to ask them about homework only.

Now that we are all in college, Facebook is where we can relive our weekends over and over and over again. This is both a blessing and a curse. It’s great when we don’t want to do work or get bored in class, but sucks when we think about jobs, internship, and the fact that it is on the Internet forever (forget Facebook’s User Agreement, the thing is scary). Personally I’m sick and tired of being told to watch what I put on Facebook. It gets old and let’s face it, the people hiring us partied in college -- they just didn’t have Facebook. I bet if we opened their photo albums at home we would see the same type of pictures.

Now a couple of Facebook Don’ts: 1. Vague Booking: The art of status updates that say, “God I Hate This.”

Either say what you hate or don’t post it.

2. Dog pictures, pictures of children, pictures that aren’t you: It’s called Facebook for a reason. If I’m friending you, I want to know it’s you.

3. Relationships With The Same Sex:

We are in college now and apparently supposed to be mature, so guys and girls, stop being married to your best friends. Also it’s about time to stop saying you are engaged or married to your boyfriend. Pretty soon, you might start confusing people.

4. Notes: Facebook Notes is stupid.

Get a blog and please don’t tag me in it just so I write it.

5. Drunk Facebooking: It seems like such a good idea when you start IMing that girl on Facebook chat and thinking you will be able to convince her to come over after you have come back from a party. But face it -- if you couldn’t close the deal earlier in the night with a girl you saw, think how it seems IMing a girl you didn’t see at all.

6. DiFfErEnT CaSe#$!$@#: The different case and the lyrics in album names gets old. Just name it so we know what it is and it doesn’t look like you were Drunkfacebooking when you wrote it.

7. Oh and having Queenie in your middle name seriously who does that. (BlackBerry Girl) Guys, Facebook is pretty easy for us. We don’t have to worry about uploading photo albums, tagging people or really doing much. We can sign in and just post on a few buddies’ walls and creep on those girls we are never going to talk to but know everywhere they vacation. Girls, just don’t upload every photo from the night and honestly, iPhoto has a redeye tool that does it automatically. I’m Irish, I’m pale, all my photos have redeye.

Also when you change your name on Facebook make sure your email for Facebook is not the same on your resume, they can still search you that way.

Sent From My iPhone

By Alex Hein Still Can't Hear You Now

Stop it. Stop it now. I don’t know you, you don’t know me, stop looking at my pictures that somehow aren’t hidden even though I blocked my tagged ones, and I solemnly swear that I won’t look at yours.

Except you have already looked through my pictures of “Joe and Jen’s Wedding,” which is weird because those are my cousins, but if I didn’t want you to see, would I have posted?

And I have already seen your “Rowing 5/24/08” because I was really, really bored and you only bored me further so thanks for that.

In it’s history, Facebook has caused plenty of problems in silly relationships that were “meant to last,” and when someone went from being “single” to “in a relationship” or suddenly the significant other disappeared from the photo, he or she was back on the market and had the whole world buzzing. It’s amazing what the click of a mouse can do.

Okay so here we go, do’s and don’ts.

Do not update while out drinking unless you plan to be coherent enough to write a sentence because most likely, “Youa dstupid askd ia;m so done, @YourFriendWhoYouHadA ThingForButHeDidn’tKnowUntilYo uPostedThisAndThenTaggedHimIn It” is not what you want to see when you wake up in your hungover state of mind and of course, creep the book for pics from last night. Honey, that status has been there for hours, not even the “clear” or “delete” can save you now. Do you really want to reach a level of whole new awkwardness when at 8am you are stuck sitting next to the person whose profile picture from high school graduation ‘09 you “liked?”

Do not tell me how much you lifted at the gym. “150 lbs., squat six times GET IT BRO.” Do not give me the run down of what you are doing today unless it has a witty ending or twist. Do not endorse “50 reasons you know you’re from….” Because when I make fun of you for it you’ll get defensive and say you don’t do those things.

But the evidence is incriminating, you “liked” it. Don’t tag me in those meaningless 154230498 question surveys.

Do not put your cell phone number in your info, do you not remember the MySpace issues? Do not hide behind your cute puppy or kitten; why join in the first place if I can’t judge see you?

Do not comment back and forth with someone for 10 consistent minutes and clog up my newsfeed.

Open up a chat or simply pick up the phone (mostly reserved for freshmen and younger). For the love of God Facebook, remove the “Poke” feature.

Need my friends remind you what happened the night that I was “poked” by an ex’s dad? I’m sure there’s an album title for that.

One last major don’t. Do not leave your Facebook up where you are not, and most importantly, don’t put an accent on the A in your last name when you don’t actually have one, ahem iPhone Dan. Do share awesome music. Do post great random pics. Do put up videos of you Skydiving. Do look extraordinary in your profile picture, not skanky. Do put up seemingly intelligent articles. Do use Facebook for what it was meant for: a social networking tool, a way to stay in touch and, of course, to check the guys out.

Sent from My Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

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This Week in Sports The week that was in Fairfield Athletics

Introducing...

Marit Westenberg Field Hockey

By Tyler Wosleger Staff Writer

Stag Sports Round-UP Field Hockey entered the week with one win, but added to that total with three wins this week. The Stags defeated Lehigh, Siena and cross town rival Sacred Heart. Amanda Sullivan led the Stags over Lehigh, scoring both goals in a 2-1 victory. Marit Westenberg was the star in wins against SHU and Siena. In the two games, the junior scored two goals and had two assists to lead the way.

Women’s Volleyball had a tough weekend at the Terrapin Invitational at the University of Maryland. The Stags fell to Tulane, Maryland and Penn by 3-0 scores. Senior Lauren Hughes had 25 kills on the weekend and freshman Rachel Romansky added 67 assists, good for 22 per match. The Stags begin MAAC play this weekend by traveling to Loyola and Rider.

Men's and Women's Cross Country teams won the Fairfield Invitational this past weekend. Junior Kristen Golen was the women's first finisher, placing second overall and Freshman Howie Rosas led the men's team, finishing third overall. Golen, who was named MAAC Women's Cross Country Runner of the Week, finished the 5k in 19:52. Golen was followed by Lauren Tehan and Meghan Sullivan. Rosas finished the 8k in 26:26 and Benjamin Heslin and Matt Brunelle were the next best finishers for the Stags. Fairfield returns to action this weekend at the Iona Meet of Champions.

« The Bio: Westenberg, a junior from the Netherlands, is a marketing major and English minor. In the 2010 season she was selected to serve as team captain. She has been a member of the Athletic Department's 3.0 Club in each of her last three semesters and has earned Dean’s List status in the Fall 2009 semester.

«The Props: Westenberg has started off hot for the Stags, scoring 2 goals and adding 3 assists to total 7 points in the first 7 games.

In 2009, she led scored 6 goals and led the team with 12 points. Off the field, she was named to the NFHCA National Academic squad. « The Outlook: Westenberg hopes to help the Stags continue their winning streak when they travel to Hofstra on Saturday.

Men's Golf finished seventh this weekend at the Rutgers Invitational.

Sophomore Scott Rainauld finished eighth on the weekend and shot an even 71 on the final day. Redshirt Freshman Sean Deale finished 20th overall and shot a 72 on the final day.

What to Watch for Men's Soccer The Men's Soccer team battles Northeastern on Lessing Field on Friday at 7pm

Sports: According to Fitz Johnson Still Chasing His Dream

By Tom Fitzpatrick Sports Columnists One of the most accomplished Stags' athletes of the next decade is still chasing his dream of playing in the NBA. Anthony Johnson’s '10 journey as a professional basketball player starts halfway across the world in the small European nation of Cyprus with Keravnos. Johnson has made his home there since August 25.

At the time of his announcement Johnson said, “I pretty much look at going overseas as a new experience.

It’s like going to college again. I’ll meet new people and have new experiences. I’m not nervous at all.”

While Johnson is excited and confident about starting his professional career in Cyprus, he knows that it may be difficult to break into the lineup right away.

However, his credentials speak for themselves as he leaves the MAAC conference for a whole new breed of basketball.

Johnson is coming off a stellar senior season in which he averaged 16.1 points and 9.8 rebounds per game.

Johnson was not only named the MAAC defensive player of the year, but also to the All-MAAC First team.

He also led the league in blocked shots with 2.4 per contest. Johnson battled through a career-threatening blood clot scare his junior year, but bounced back to lead the Stags to the MAAC final last March.

In a recent interview, Anthony seemed very comfortable about his life in Europe. Johnson feels blessed that he is able to play basketball as an occupation rather than deal with the 9-5 rigors that many other Stag graduates are going through as we speak.

His plans are to test out his game in Cyprus for a year, and then revisit his options after the season to see

what the next step in fulfilling his dream of playing in the NBA will be.

Off the court, life in Cyprus has been more than suitable as well – Johnson is able to enjoy the space of a three bedroom apartment and keep his body rested up for daily practice and workouts. As he aptly puts it, “I love not having to wake up for class or an office job.”

While Cyprus has been a positive experience so far, Johnson’s ultimate goal is to return to the States when the time is right and continue to pursue the NBA dream.

This past spring, Johnson was invited to attend the prestigious Portsmouth Invitational pre-draft camp in Portsmouth, Va. Johnson spoke about the valuable experience he received from this camp, from playing with some of the top college basketball players in the country, to meeting with various NBA agents.

Scouts from all 30 NBA teams watched his every move as he competed with all of the top NCAA graduating seniors. Johnson also mentioned that he would highly recommend this to any future Stags who may receive the invitation.

When asked how long he wants to keep playing basketball, Johnson responded, “I am only 22 years old but I want to play ball as long as my body will allow me… but I don’t want to push my body to the point where when I am done playing I can’t enjoy my family and be able to play one-on-one with my son. I hope I can play for another 15 years.” Anthony Johnson has a long road ahead of him until he stops playing: a road that just may ultimately lead to the NBA.

Want to talk sports like Fitz? Give us a shout at sports@fairfieldmirror.com

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Johnson on the line duing last '09-'10 basketball season

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Sports 3x5 Are you planning on taking 3x5 more seriously than the guys who wrote it last year?

I didn't read it much last year, but I'm leaning Tom Fitzpatrick towards no.

Sports Columnist

Tommy Polise Delivery Boy

Coach Rees wore a suit and won a game, but lost when he wasn't wearing a suit...thoughts on that?

I'd go with khaki trousers,nice brown shoes, a white button down, and a red sweater vest next game. That's a nice outfit .

No. Not at all. Not even a little bit.

Clothes do make the man.

Not at all.

In the words of Three 6 Mafia, "Gotta stay fly."

Jack Meagher Sunday Night Contributor

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Your 2010-2011 3x5 Columnists: Tom Fitzpatrick, Tommy Polise and Jack Meagher.

If you could make up one question for next week, what would it be?

What are your thoughts on letting a girl into the 3x5 to make it a 4x5?

Favorite Stag athlete at the moment?

I feel like the integrity of The Mirror would be damaged if we went to 4x5.

Basketball transfer: Desmond Wade, representing Union County, N.J.

What's your favorite DMX album and why?

The master of disaster, Warren Edney.

If you're really that desperate for questions, you could just ask for help

Anyone on the ellipticals.

What's your favorite Barone meal?

The current 3x5 writers have already built a strong and lasting bond. Making it a 4x5 would really distrub the chemistry.

It would make our naked thought showers very awkward.

Stag Spotlight: Scott Rainaud '13 From Pre-Tourney Bob Marley Pump Up, to The Stags' Focus on Their Short Game

By Kristen Golen Sports Editor

The Mirror: What is it like being on a varsity sports team at Fairfield?

What are some of the benefits?

Scott Rainaud: Being on a varsity sport [team] makes it a lot easier to meet people, especially your teammates, who you spend so much time with. It’s also good to meet upperclassmen and learn what you have to look forward to.

SR: I was out all of last year with a torn rotator cuff, so I have only played in one tournament here at Fairfield. There we shot the 2nd lowest score in Fairfield history, so that will always stand out.

TM: What does your team do to work on your strength and conditioning with Coach Spellman?

SR: The team lifts three days a week in the off-season.

TM: If you didn’t play golf for Fairfield, what sport would you play here if you could choose?

TM: If you could ask any professional golfer a question to improve, whom would you ask and what would you ask him/her?

SR: I was really close to playing basketball in college instead of golf, so most likely basketball.

SR: I would ask Tiger Woods how he stays so mentally focused week after week with all the pressure he has on him.

TM: Golf involves a lot of patience, how do you focus before a serious tournament?

SR: Having a good playlist on your iPod helps to focus on the van rides to tourneys, and when you’re practicing before...Bob Marley helps to calm me down.

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TM: What is your best memory thus far while being on the Fairfield golf team?

TM: What is your team’s biggest struggle that you are all continuing to improve on each day?

SR: Short game was really weak for the team last year, so that’s our main focus this year because it is arguably the most important aspect to shooting a good round.

TM: Since you have had a recent history of injuries, what are you doing to prevent future injuries from reoccurring?

SR: The team goal and my personal goal is to win every tournament we play in and we have the talent to do that. We just need to focus and play to the best of our ability and we will accomplish that.

TM: Thank you Scott, and best of luck at the University of Hartford Invitational!

Mens Golf: Fall Schedule September 26-28 Hartford Invitational South Kent, Conn.

October 1-2 ECAC Championship Egg Harbor Twp, Nj.

October 11-12 Connecticut Cup Ellington, Conn.

SR: I basically just make sure I always stretch a lot before I play or practice, and I lift to strengthen my shoulder.

October 17-18

TM: What is your personal and team goal for September 26-28 at the University of Hartford Invitational on Bulls Bridge Golf Course?

NEIGA Championship Brewster, Mass.

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Dropping The Ball

Women's Soccer Looking to Bounce Back After a String of Losses

By Ivey Speight Staff Writer After a scorching start to the season, the Fairfield University women’s soccer team has cooled off in their last three games.

The team experienced their lowest point of the season when they were shut out by University of Massachusetts at Amherst on a chilly Sunday.

Coach Jim O’Brien had only one word to describe the loss: embarrassing.

The team has now dropped to .500 after starting the season winJasmin Corniel ning three in a

row without allowing a goal.

Since then, the team has been outscored 8-1 and has been outshot 73-18 over that span.

Despite the recent slide, this team has shown promise.

They nearly upset #22 Georgetown by managing to bring them into overtime, and held their own against Boston College, the fifth best team in the country.

At the start of the season, the Stags knew that this would be a difficult schedule due to the back-to-back games against nationally ranked teams. They knew that this season would truly be a test of their skills and depth.

“It’s always important for us to have a challenging nonconference schedule,” O’ Brien said.

The sixth year head coach has seen many successful teams at Fairfield.

He ranks second in wins on the all-time school list and has led the Stags to at least nine wins in each of his seasons and a NCAA Tournament bid in two of those years.

You can say he knows talent. And he sees the promise of this team, comparing them to the 2008 team.

That squad received 16 votes in the final NSCAA National poll by winning the MAAC championship and only

losing by a goal in the Big Dance.

The one aspect of the game that he is most worried about is the team’s inability to bounce back after adversity.

“The way games are scheduled is to play Friday and Sunday, so you have to get over the tough losses.”

The ability to recuperate after these types of games defines the character of any team.

It would be hard for any group who just had a heartbreaking narrow upset to come back and play an even better school in less than a week.

However, O’Brien can see this now and is trying to improve early in the campaign.

The loss to UMASS might have been the wakeup call that the team needed.

“It’s back to the drawing board,” O’Brien sighed. If Fairfield is to be successful they are going to have to not just forget but learn from this “embarrassing” loss.

That journey will begin when the team travels to Stony Brook on Thursday. Maybe it is a change of scenery that will help propel this promising team and have all their talent pay off.

A Former Stag Turns Pro Stephanie Geehan '10 signs to play in Israel

By Sasha Campbell Sports Editor

Geehan, who graduated this past spring, is now the third Stag women’s basketball player, in as many seasons, to sign a professional contract.

From Fairfield, Conn. to Netanya, Israel: a journey to the The other players, Sabra Wrice ’08, played the past two professional leagues of women’s basketball will begin in Octo- seasons in England, while Baendu Lowenthal ’09, played in ber for basketball alumna, Stephanie Geehan.

Spain last winter.

A recent signing of a 2010-2011 season contract has According to a press release, Geehan will leave for Israel officially placed Geehan, a former forward for the Stags, on at the end of September for a season that begins in October the Elizur Maccabi Netanya team, which plays in the Israeli and runs through March.

Women’s Professional League.

A native of Braintree, Mass., Geehan came to the Stags as a strong player yet still managed to improve throughout her years at Fairfield.

She received numerous athletic awards throughout her years as a Stag.

At the beginning of her career at Fairfield she was a member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) AllRookie Team in 2007.

However, her achievements did not end there. She continued to improve throughout all of her seasons, and ended strong in 2010 with a place on the MAAC All-Tournament Team, All-MAAC 1st Team, and she secured the spot as the All-MAAC Defensive Player of the Year.

According to statistics reported by her representatives at Macklin and Lovett Associates, Geehan averaged a team-best 14.8 points and 11.4 rebounds per game, the only player in the MAAC to average a double-double for the season.

During her final season as a Stag, Geehan was also named the MAAC Player of the Week three times.

In her senior year she recorded 21 double-doubles, which brought her to second in the NCAA. She also finished the year with 88 assists, which made her second on the squad.

Geehan set the MAAC, and Fairfield, single-season block record in each of her final two seasons.

As a senior she became the first player in history to swat over 100 shots in a single-season by blocking 118 shots, a mark that ranked fourth in the NCAA. Geehan graduated as the league and school’s career shot blocked leader, with 287. She also led the team in steals this past season, with 61.

Peter Caty/The Mirror Geehan finished her career fourth Geehan blocks a shot against Iona in 2010. on the Stags career rebounding list with 1,050 and 20th on the all-time scoring list with 1,112 points.

In the press release, Geehan said, “I am really excited to be heading over to Israel to play and am anxious to get there and start playing. It is a great league, that is very competitive, and will be challenging, but I am looking forward to the season.”

Elizur Maccabi Netanya finished fourth in the league last season and competes in a league that has hosted plenty of WNBA talent.

In this release, women’s basketball coach, Joe Frager,

Awards/Achievements: MAAC All-Rookie Team -’07 MAAC Regular Season Runner-up -’08 MAAC Tournament Semifinals -’08, ’09 All-MAAC 3rd Team -’09 MAAC Tournament Finalist -’10 MAAC All-Tournament Team -10 All-MAAC 1st Team -’10 All-MAAC Defensive Player of the Year -’10

discussed his excitement for his former player.

“I am thrilled that Steph is getting the opportunity to pursue a professional career,” said the fourth-year head coach.

“She worked very hard to develop her game and I believe she possesses the tools to be very successful.”

He also expressed enthusiasm over the fact that Geehan is now the third alumni to sign a professional contract.

“We are very proud of all of our former student-athletes,” Frager said. “As a staff, we’ve strived for progressive improvement in our players, and hopefully the results of having three alum sign in consecutive years to play professionally, illustrates that.”

As the basketball season quickly approaches, Fairfield students, staff, and fans will look to see the talent that this star athlete will bring from the collegiate level to the professional level.

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Men's Soccer Ties No. 13 Team In The Nation

By Dan Leitao Managing Editor In the 108th minute Jean Fauchet went sprinting up the left line passing a Boston College mid fielder then taking on one of the defenders leading to a brilliant cross into the box, only to be headed wide by Erik Ilisije. Fairfield tied Boston College 0-0 in double overtime Tuesday, September 14.

Coach Rees was, “Very proud of our performance that’s the thirteenth rank team in the country and I thought we went toe to toe with them.” In a game in which Fairfield not only defended strongly but also created multiple chances they left no doubt that they can play with the top teams in the country.

This result moves The Stags record to 1-1-3 while keeper Michael O’Keeffe got his second clean sheet in a row. This game was also the fourth consecutive game Fairfield has gone into overtime. Along with O’Keeffe’s top notch performance credit must be given to the back four Jean Fauchet, Jonny Raj, Adam Cowen and Todd Rutledge. Coach Rees after Saturday’s game against UMASS which Fairfield tied in overtime Coach Rees sang the praises of the back four “A game like this you have really credit the back four. Commenting on center backs Jonny Raj and Adam Cowen saying, “They are forming a nice partnership centrally those two in the back.”

Top: Senior Todd Rutledge clears a ball from inside his own box while Boston College is attacking the net Peter Caty/The Mirror In the last 20 seconds of the first half against Boston Bottom: Freshman Jon Clements handles the ball Against UMASS in the teams tie on Saturday College freshman Jon Clements had a great personal effort streaking up the left side of the pitch past two defenders, cutting in to the top box and driving the ball over Jean Fauchet to swing into the box or deliver on net. by goalie then cleared by the Boston College defense. the cross bar to end the half. Along with Kwadwo Asante Fairfield continued to create multiple chances in the Coach Rees continues his record of not losing a game who numerous times worked the ball along the line using 99 minute of overtime, Asante drew a foul which lead to since dawning the suit after the first two games of the seaspeed and strength to power against defenders as well a free taken by Jean Fauchet on the left side of the field. son. Fairfield will return to action at Lessing Field on Friday as draw multiple free kicks with in striking distance for Adam Cowen header hits the post ball comes loose blocked September 17th against Northeastern University at 7pm.

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