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Where Have All of the Fairfield Men Gone? By David Weis Contributing Writer
You’re sitting in class. You look around, surveying your fellow Stags and their reactions to the professor’s questions. You start to notice, more and more, that the majority of students who answer these questions or participate in class are the ladies of Fairfield, rather than the gentlemen. How pronounced is this discrepancy here on Fairfield’s campus? After doing some research into the male/female breakdown of academics, the answer remains somewhat unclear. Phi Beta Kappa, one of the most prestigious honor societies in the country, has a chapter here on campus. Even after taking the male/ female ratio, Fairfield still seems to have “smarter” girls on campus: only 30% of Phi Beta Kappa members are men. Karen Pellegrino, Director of Undergraduate Admission, maintains that Fairfield does not seek to recruit males any more than it does females: “We are conscious of the male/female breakdown in the class, but there are no special activities in place [to recruit more males], nor would you find a vast discrepancy
between the quality of the men and women admitted.” While it remains unclear to what extent Fairfield mirrors national trends, women are outperforming their male counterparts in the classrooms not just at Fairfield but also across the country. Despite Fairfield’s 62% female population, several points ahead of the national average, it remains uncertain how pronounced these gender roles are on campus. So why then are men falling so far behind?
Numerous studies have been conducted questioning why women are outperforming men throughout the country. Campuses across the country are averaging nearly 60% female populations, and one is hardpressed to find a college that has a higher male-to-female ratio. Now that women are outpacing men in the classroom, the trends have only increased towards a heavily female-dominated educational landscape, one in which affirmative action is unofficially practiced in a bias towards recruiting and accept-
ing males into colleges. Approximately 170,000 more bachelor’s degrees will be bestowed upon women than men this year. If this downward trend continues the last man to receive a bachelor’s degree will do so in 2068, says Dr. Michael Thompson, a school psychologist who has done extensive research in the educational gender gap. “Boys hear that the way to shine is athletically,” said Thompson. “And boys get a lot of mixed messages gender inequalities | page 5
Photo Illustration by Tom McKiver/The Mirror Michelle Onofrio, Lauren Nugent, Julianne Murrary, Nick Pescuma, and Cherian Paul studying at the library.
Clarifying “Total Compensations”: Numbers Still Noticeably Increasing for Administrators By Mikaela Tierney and Loan Le Editor-in-Chief and Vine Director On April 21, Vice President of Finance Julie Dolan released a memo to all Fairfield faculty and staff members to “correct the factual errors” in the article “Top Fairfield Admin. Get Salary Bump” featured in last week’s issue of The Mirror. While there is room for clarification in last week’s article, her memo did not bring the issue to the attention of the students, the predominant readers of The Mirror, but instead was internally distributed to faculty and staff. In the interest of bringing this to the attention of the entire Fairfield community, The Mirror wishes to clarify the content of last week’s article. The numbers in last week’s article reflect the total compensation of the individuals mentioned, not solely their salaries. Staff, faculty and administrators all received increases in their compenclarifying | page 4
Osama bin Laden Killed, Students on Campus React Strongly
Photo Contributed by Crystal Rodriguez Students celebrated Obama’s announcement of the death of Osama bin Laden in the Quad on campus late Sunday night. Groups of students joined together and walked around campus in a chaotic fashion.
By David Weis contributing writer It’s hard to imagine that nearly a decade ago, the pristine blue skies of
Manhattan were shattered by the wail of Boeing jet engines, going from a normal work day for thousands of Americans to one filled with destruction, grief, and tears. For too many, lives were cut short
without so much as a goodbye; fathers, mothers, daughters, sons, brothers, and sisters bid farewell that morning without knowing that it would be the last time they would see their loved ones.
This story, too common among Navy SEALs during a raid on a property those in the tri-state area, is also the story in Abbottabad, Pakistan, about 31 miles of Maria Waring, a freshman here at Fairfrom the capital of Islamabad. field. Maria’s father, Jimmy Waring, then Bin Laden’s body was given a just 49 years old, worked in the South “proper, Muslim” burial, with his body Tower of the World Trade Center at Cantor being “gently placed” in the Arabian Sea, Fitzgerald and was killed in the attacks on according to the press release. Following September 11th. Muslim law, his body was washed and While some Fairfield students took to the Quad, the Townhouses, Bellarmine Campus Reacts | page 3 Hill, and the Apartments to sing patriotic songs and celebrate the death of Osama bin Laden, Maria felt an incredible mix of emotion and did not join the celebration until much later. “It was a weird feeling. It was a lot of mixed feelings… [bin Laden’s death] didn’t register. While everybody was out celebrating, I was shaking. I wasn’t expecting those feelings,” she said. “I just kept remembering everything like it was yesterday.” Osama bin Laden, the most wanted man in the world, was assassinated late Sunday Peter Caty/The Mirror evening by an elite While many celebrated the news of Osama’s death, group of two dozen the event reminded others of the 9/11 attacks that so intensely affected the American population.
Index Opinion • Page 9 The Vine • Page 11 Coffee Break • Page 19 Sports • Page 24
OPINION: Commuting Challenges Pg. 9
NEWS: Relay For Life update pg. 5
Summer Preview Edition! Pg. 11
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Stag Festivities: Jail n’ Bail, Clam Jam & Dogwoods
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Top right photo contributed by Janet Fusco. Photos by Tom McKiver/ The Mirror. Page Illustration by Daniel Leitao/The Mirror.
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Arrested for Good Behavior: Jail n’ Bail By Danica Ceballos Associate News Editors
On Wednesday, April 27, the fourth annual Jail n’ Bail fundraiser was held on campus, raising an unofficial estimated total of $19,000-$20,000 as donations continued to come in. Last year, the total amounted to about $18,000. Todd Pelazza, the Director of Public Safety, explains that there was a fear that the fundraiser would not be as successful as last year; however, he noted that it was “very successful and accomplished the goal of fundraising and creating awareness about Special Olympics and the athletes involved.” “I was so surprised by how real the whole process was!” said Molly Leidig ‘14. “I couldn’t believe real police arrested me and used real handcuffs!” Reflecting on the occurrences of this year’s Jail n’ Bail compared to his previous three years, Tyron Shaw ’11 explains, “I thought a lot of people took it too seriously. It was supposed to be fun, but a lot of my friends were hiding out.” There was a total of about 430 arrests of students, faculty, and staff. In addition to the officers making the arrests, twenty five Special Olympics athletes accompanied the officers in giving out warrants. Evan D’Avrosca ’13 described the day as “mass hysteria meets police order.”
Photo Contributed by Crystal Rodriguez Not even Lucas the Stag could avoid being arrested - he spent some time relaxing in the Jail n’ Bail cell with some of his fellow Stags on Wednesday.
The University community played a large role in supporting the fundraiser. Judges included faculty and staff members ranging from professors to coaches. Public Safety also received support from many different law agencies. In addition to the large amounts of money donated, the tent and food served were also given to Fairfield. Student bands contributed to the excitement of the day by playing music on a stage set up near the jail cell in the traffic circle of the BCC. Kristen Edwards ’11, one of the co-chairs for the event, stated, “I am just grateful for all the students that volunteered to be arrested or help to bail out their
friends. Because of them, we have had a successful event for the 4th year in a row.” Pelazza explained that he hopes that when people see pictures or hear about the day, they do not assume that people were really arrested. Instead, the event should be seen as “a community builder that brings the campus together.” Public Safety attempted to avoid taking students away from class and their studies. Pelazza stated that while Jail n’ Bail is a fun way to increase awareness for Special Olympics, it also allows “collegeage people and police officers to do something together for fun and see each other in a different light.”
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Campus Reacts to bin Laden’s Death Continued from page 1
Despite bin Laden’s death, many families of those killed in the attacks don’t placed in a white sheet before being put know quite how to deal with his death; in its final resting place at the bottom of some felt closure, but others felt a much the ocean. more complex range of feelings. Despite Bin Laden’s death prompted knowing he is dead, seeing bin Laden’s large-scale celebrations across the United face on the news, said Waring, just States, with a large percentreminds her of the pain she felt nearly ten age taking place on college years ago. campuses; Penn State and “It is some sort of closure. You West Virginia had notably take it differently, of course, as large celebrations. Also, the you get older; each year it’s streets around new feelings. You just deal the site of the with it in different ways,” Twin Towers she said. “This is what were packed made me who I am with people today.” celebrating Even when the death faced with the of the masconstant reminder termind of of the loss of September her father 11th. when she Here was just at Fairfield, nine years students old, marched all Maria through camknows pus singing that “God her Bless Photo Contributed by Crystal Rodriguez father Ameris still ica”, shouting out “U.S.A.”and waving with her. American flags. Bin Laden’s death is a crucial definThe demonstrations were an ing point in the War on Terror. But it is also “outpouring of patriotism. It was amazing important to remember all 2,997 men to see my generation come out and raise and women killed in the attacks, all solone voice,” said Joe Marino ‘14. Students diers and members of the armed forces, received several noise complains, but no and the servicemen and women killed in write-ups were issued and no enforcethe pursuit of bin Laden. ment measures were taken, according “People forget,” said Waring. “Every to a statement from the Department of day the pain is there, but you just learn to Public Safety. accept it and learn from it.”
Clarifying Total Compensations for Top Administrators
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sation packages last year in an effort to accommodate the changing requirements and economic situations. As Dolan described in her memo, total compensation “includes, among other things, FICA and Medicare taxes, retirement contributions, health insurance, tuition assistance for children, and other benefit programs available to all University full time faculty, administrators, and staff.” Salary numbers for individuals paid by the University are not available to the public, and cannot be assessed based on the total compensation numbers. Based on five year data beginning in July 2005 as calculated by an accountant outside of The Mirror and the administration of the University, it is evident that there were increases
to the total compensations of many top individuals. This percent difference was calculated by taking the difference between the most recent total compensation (’09-’10) and the previous total compensation (’08-’09) and dividing the result by the previous total compensation (’08-’09). President Jeffrey von Arx S.J., the highest paid administrator at the University, received a total compensation of $374,572 this past year; however, as is usually done, the money was instead given to the Jesuit society. This total compensation reflects a very minimal change from the past year of ’08-‘09, with a difference of only .08 percent. Former Men’s Basketball Coach Ed Cooley, the highest paid staff member at Fairfield, received a 22.39 percent increase in total compensation between the IRS 990 form reflect-
ing budgets from 2008-2009 and its next annual form from 2009-2010. His total compensation for this past year (2009-2010) was $345,048, an increase from the $281,916 he had received from the University in the 2008-2009 year, according to the University IRS forms. The increases Cooley received were based on a multi-year contract. Dr. Gregory Koutmos, a finance professor in the Dolan School of Business and the highest paid faculty member at the University, received a total compensation of $233,688 this past year which reflects a small increase of 1.24 percent from the ’08-’09 year. The late William Lucas, former vice president of finance at the University, was noted to receive $314,717 in the ’09-’10 year, which shows an increase of 5.84 percent from the ’08-’09 year. Stephanie Frost, the Vice
President of Advancement, received $309,251 last year, an increase of 3.7 percent from the ’08-’09 year. Dr. William Weitzer, the Senior Vice President at Fairfield, received $301,634. This change was only a .36 percent increase. The Mirror did err when reporting that the tuition for Fairfield will be increased by “more than 4 percent for the coming year,” when it will only be increasing by 4 percent. Last week’s article also mentioned that “the University…refused to release copies of the latest IRS 990 forms, a release of information that the University is required by law to do.” While many organizations and groups have to release their IRS 990 tax forms to the public, the University is not required by law to do so, according to Dolan. Last year, the forms had been voluntarily published online on the
University website; this year, they are only available upon request. In an interview withThe Mirror last week, Dolan did mention that there are efforts being undertaken in order to help support students in this challenging financial period.The KICS program, a Connecticut initiative aimed at aiding Connecticut resident students studying at private universities in the state, will be reduced this year. However, Fairfield will be covering these losses in order to continue to support the students eligible to receive the benefits. Additionally, Dolan mentioned in her memo that“Fairfield offered $3.1 million more in financial aid (grants) to our students than last year.” Despite confusion between the terms“salary”and“total compensation”, the general numbers in last week’s article do indicate an increase in total compensation for particular University individuals over the past few years.
Total Compensation Figures for Top Fairfield Administrators Name
Title
Total Compensation 7/08-6/09
2008/2009 - 2009/2010 % Change
Total Compensation 7/09-6/10
Jeff von Arx
University President
$374,256.00
0.08%
$374,572.00
Bill Lucas
Late VP of Finance
$297,361.00
5.84%
$314,717.00
Billy Weitzer
Senior University VP
$300,551.00
0.36%
$301,634.00
Ed Cooley
Past Basketball Coach
$281,916.00
22.39%
$345,048.00
Stephanie Frost
VP of Advancement
$298,231.00
3.70%
$309,251.00
Gregory Koutmos
Finance Professor
$230,834.00
1.24%
$233,688.00 Chart Illustration by Daniel Leitao/The Mirror
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Crime Beat: Ride-Along After Stagstock Concert Luigi DiMeglio Contributing Writer
In addition to the four Fairfield Police Officers, two Fairfield Firefighters, and two paramedic/ EMTs that the University hired for the night in accordance with holding the concert, Officer Carlson looked on as hundreds emptied from Alumni Hall and began their labored march to the townhouses. 12:07 a.m. As the masses settled into parties without issue, a routine patrol ride up to Bellarmine Hall yielded the sighting of two males walking towards a dirt path into the woods. Carlson suspected that they were intending to smoke marijuana and proceeded to soundlessly stop the vehicle, observe, and reach for his radio. Within seconds one of the guys noticed the halted DPS car and the two subsequently changed course to a well-lit walkway. Having not seen any rules broken, we resumed our patrol. A shift change occurred and I found myself riding shotgun with Officer Morais who would be on duty until 8:00 a.m. 12:26 a.m. Reports of a surprisingly calm night at the office during the shift change proved to be a jinx as the first patrol around campus was interrupted with a reported sighting of a drunk girl sitting near
the School of Nursing. Morais pulled up without his lights on, his strategy for investigating a situation without having whoever he is looking for run away, he explained. The strategy did not prove to be rewarding considering we never found the girl. 1:05 a.m. Morais and I pulled the DPS Standard Utility Vehicle up to speak with the bicycle officer just outside Townhouse Block 14. They spoke of a non-student who had been questioned earlier at the concert by Fairfield Police for talking about narcotics. The bicycle officer had reason to believe that the individual was at a party happening in the townhouse closest to us. As Officer Morais swiveled the vehicle’s spotlight to the back porch of the house to identify the males enjoying a cigarette in the area, the light shined through the house windows and the entire party of Stags froze like deer in headlights. 1:19 a.m. As we were in Regis giving medical attention to a girl who had sprained her ankle, the tone of the night changed quickly when Morais was called to assist in the investigation of a reported fight in progress at 42 Bellarmine Road. The drive from Regis parking lot down to the opposite edge of
campus was a blur. Red lights flashing, we weaved past a string of cars and navigated the bends of one of Fairfield U’s most heavily traveled roads in seconds. Somehow, beyond my imagination, the officer on the bicycle
who we had just seen outside 14 Block was there before us. When we arrived on the scene I was surprised and disappointed at what we discovered. In a room littered with beer cans and bottles, some empty, some full, five guys just stood in the room composed and silent.
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After a few minutes of progressively less-harsh questioning, it became apparent that this was a false alarm of sorts. There was a loud fight earlier in this room, but it was over the outcome of a round of NHL ’11. The custodian who was called in for vomit clean-up not far down the hallway must not have realized how intense a game of hockey could get before making the call. Unfortunately for the students present, no one in the room was 21 years old, and all of the alcohol, with the supervision of the RAs on duty, had to be poured out in the suite’s bathroom. 1:56 a.m. read the DPS vehicle’s dashboard clock and officer Morais settled into his favorite late-night scouting area. “This is what I do man, people run these signs all the time and they don’t see me here,” he said just as a car ran a stop sign and made a right turn towards The Levee. “Ugh, you didn’t even hesitate!” The lights were flipped on once again and we pursued the car. Morais reported the action, directed the spotlight at the car windows, and caught up to the carall in a series of fluid, well-practiced maneuvers.
We pulled over into the Walsh Athletic Center parking lot. The car stopped and waited as Morais finished reciting the license plate numbers to dispatch. Protocol mandated that officers call for backup when pulling over a vehicle in case of possible hostility. As a reunion of Morais, the bicycle officer, and the supervisor on duty unfolded in the silent parking lot, the driver was issued a warning and drove away. They discussed the events of the night and as the supervisor finished citing a Connecticut Supreme Court ruling to describe why he would have arrested the non-student that FPD questioned at the concert, a call from dispatch ordered us to Gonzaga Hall where the Area Coordinator reported suspicious persons gathering outside. 2:10 a.m. Lights off, the DPS vehicle raced over to Gonzaga Hall and drove on the walkways leading around the building to investigate. Morais left the car and we ran to find another officer under the AC’s apartment window getting descriptions. Ultimately the individuals were not found and it looked as if all remaining campus nightlife had been extinguished. I found it convenient that the sequence of events for the night had left me right back where I started: Home. Gonzaga.
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Walking for a Cause: Fairfield’s Fifth Relay for Life By Kelsey Guerin Assistant Vine Editor
As the sun rose over Fairfield University at 6 a.m. on Saturday, April 30, the traffic circle was more populated than usual. A group of exhausted students gathered in the brisk morning air to hear the closing remarks of Fairfield University’s fifth annual Relay for Life organized by the club Colleges Against Cancer (CAC). This year, the event raised $41,250, with donations still being accepted. The event began on Friday evening at 6 p.m. and went for a full 12 hours through the night, symbolizing cancer patients’ struggle through the darkness of their illness into the hope for a cure. “I think what really kept me going and awake was the fact that most of my team was still there going strong,” said freshman Anne Marie Teti, who made it the whole night. Teti decided to participate in Relay for her grandmother who passed away from leukemia. “I felt the need to walk for her as well as for all the others who lost loved ones to cancer,” she said. Meredith Davide ’12 was one of the three chairs organizing this year’s event. Davide was first inspired to join CAC because cancer has touched the lives of many people close to her. “It is amazing to watch the Fairfield community unite on a Friday night at the heart of our campus, working so hard for this cause that means so much to me,” she said. The planning of Relay for Life is a semester-long process that requires time and dedication. “We start planning the next year’s Relay
Gender Inequalities Continued from page 1
about what it means to be masculine and what it means to be a student. Does being a good student make you a real man? I don’t think so… it’s not ‘cool.’” He added, “Girls are being told ‘go for it, you can do it.’… They are getting an immense amount of support.” A possible reason, argues Dr. Thompson, lies with fathers and other male role models. “Where are the men?” he asked. “Why aren’t men advocating for boys? We know that boys who have fathers who go to PTA meetings, those boys get better grades.” Christina Hoff Sommers, a former college professor, says a lot of the blame towards this new gender inequality can be placed on feminists. “In order to advance girls, [feminists] exaggerated how vulnerable girls were, and they understated the needs of boys,” she said. In other words, she argues, the reaction from the feminist movement outweighed the actual problem of gender inequity. Women simply had a stronger foundation of support than men, with more advocacy and encouragement.
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Cancer survivors walk the first lap around the traffic circle, followed by caregivers and participants of Relay.
as soon as the event ends,” said Jessica Gilpin ’12, another one of the chairs. “There are many different aspects that need to be thought of and worked through, so as the event draws near, it takes over all your thoughts!” Each year, CAC picks a theme for Relay for Life, and teams decorate their campsites and hold onsite fundraisers which accompany this theme. This year’s theme was birthdays, echoing the American Cancer Society’s claim of being “the official sponsor of birthdays.” In total, 540 people attended in 47 teams ranging in themes from Disney Princess birthday party to 21st Birthday. The event highlighted two Fairfield students who gave brief speeches about the importance of Relay for Life and the American
Cancer Society. Chris Mandly ‘13, a survivor of skin cancer, first took the stage to share his story in the opening ceremony. “While I was giving the speech, all I kept thinking was just how blessed I am,” Mandly said. However, reflecting on his experience was not easy. “I have never really looked back on that time because it consisted of me on a couch with my mom watching over me with tear-filled eyes every second of the day,” he said. Andrea Irwin ’13 also shared how her life was affected by cancer. Irwin’s triplet brother Nick was diagnosed with cancer when she was in high school. Like Mandly, Irwin believed that what she had to say was more important than any nerves or discomfort she might feel at sharing her story.
“I spoke anyway because I know how important it is to provide those affected by cancer with support, and speaking was a way for me to show how important the role of support is in providing hope,” she said. Irwin was able to see this hope concretely in the opening laps of Relay for Life. Survivors of cancer traditionally walk the first lap before being joined by the caregivers of cancer patients and finally all Relay participants. “One of my best friends walked in the survivor lap, and I was so proud of her,” Irwin said. “Then seeing all the teams literally filling the track as everyone walked around was amazing. There were so many people joining together and walking, and it was a great feeling
to be a part of that.” Another moving part of the event was the Luminaria ceremony. During this time, bags decorated with the names of loved ones who are fighting cancer or who have lost the battle against cancer were lit up around the traffic circle. The names on the bags were then read off one by one as all participants walked in quiet solidarity. During this time, Mandly noticed one person in particular. “One girl picked up her Luminaria bag for the walk and carried it around the circle, walking with who ever she lost,” he said. “[It] touched me and made the event so worthwhile.” Throughout the 12-hour event, CAC also scheduled entertainment to keep up morale and ensure that everyone had a fun time while fighting for an important cause. This year, performances included the fire spinning group A Different Spin, and the many Fairfield groups including Remixx, Performing for Change, the Bensonians, the Sound, and Ipso Facto. Just as in previous years, the 2011 Fairfield University Relay for Life was a big success. Michelle Brennan ’11, the third committee chair, believes this is a huge credit to the students of the University. Brennan said, “It really is breathtaking tosee hundreds of students walking the track, fighting against cancer. That really speaks to the values and characters of students at Fairfield. While the committee organizes the event, it’s the students that participate that make Relay for Life what it is.”
10 Questions with Amanda McKean: “Cancer Crusher” By Danielle Manzella Contributing Writer
At age 2, Amanda McKean was diagnosed with Leukemia. Today, the Fairfield sophomore is a cancer survivor. She talks about Contributed Photo the mental Amanda McKean toll cancer can take on you, the need for support and why she started Cancer Crusher. The Mirror: When were you diagnosed with Leukemia? Amanda McKean: I was diagnosed when I was 2. My parents didn’t know what was wrong with me. I had intense stomachaches and extremely high fevers. After some tests, doctors determined that it was Leukemia. TM: What were you and your family’s reaction to the diagnosis? AM: My whole entire family was there for support. There would be times where I spent weeks in the hospital, and I always had a family member there to hangout with me. At one point I became completely
silent. So my uncle brought his dog to the hospital. I started to laugh out of excitement. That broke the silence. It was all I needed. TM: How long did you receive treatment and when were you finally cured? AM: I was treated at Sloan Kettering Memorial Cancer Center in NY for two years. I was cured when I was 4. TM: So what exactly is Cancer Crusher? AM: Cancer Crusher is a club that helps raise awareness for teenagers and young adults with cancer. TM: What inspired you to start this club? AM: After sitting in the waiting room for my annual checkup, I started to observe teenagers around my age who were missing out on applying to college, playing
sports and going to prom. I realized that this age group is underrepresented when it comes to cancer. People mostly think of children or the elderly. So I started Cancer Crusher to help change this. TM: In your opinion, what is the hardest thing about battling a disease such as Leukemia? AM: I’d say the hardest thing is that cancer takes a mental toll on you. You are constantly asking yourself why you have this disease.
Trying to rationalize it in your head is very difficult. You have to be strong-willed. Support is crucial. TM: What is your advice to a child or teenager recently diagnosed with cancer? AM: My advice is to stay positive as much as you can. Don’t give up. There are so many different ways of getting support, whether it is from family, friends or a hospital itself. You are not alone. There are people out there that you can talk to.
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Barone Making Effort, but Students with Allergies Must Help Selves By Celeste Tallarico Contributing Writer In selecting colleges, some students look at the academic reputation of a university, while others may be more interested in how well the university’s sports teams are doing. Mary Jane Baker had a different set of criteria. “When applying to schools both my parents and myself asked about accommodations for students with food allergies,” Baker said. Baker has a severe nut allergy and her criteria in looking at schools was based on whether or not she could be provided with accommodations
for her allergy. While Baker finds that Barone offers a variety of options for students with a nut allergy, there is not enough protein or fruits available for students with or without food allergies. Baker is not alone with such problems. According to The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network’s website, more than 12 million Americans have a food allergy. Food service officials at Fairfield and other schools say they face a huge challenge in trying to accommodate student’s individual needs and taste on a regular basis. “Students who work with us
regardless of how they get in contact with us, we try to accommodate them,” said Jim Fitzgerald, assistant vice principal of student affairs. Fitzgerald explained that most students choose not to be vocal about their dietary needs; most of the time parents will be vocal through the application process. As of now the University is working with ten students who have food allergies. About 80 percent of those students are very active with the administration and dining staff. Both the administration and dining staff have made major strides in accommodating students with these dietary needs. For example, all of the bulk peanut
Tom McKiver/The Mirror Barone’s salad bar selection provides a variety of toppings but is still limited for students who have allergies.
butter has been removed from Barone and the staff does its best to monitor the ice cream cart daily, Fitzpatrick said. Other schools take different approaches. At Notre Dame, students who require gluten-free diets, or have a peanut, soy or dairy allergy are offered specialized plans to fit their dietary needs. Those who request this specialized plan can have pre-made meals ready for pick up. While a plan such as this is not offered at Fairfield University, the administration and dining services work with students who have a food allergy by sending out weekly menus. But the students need to speak up, alert the staff, and be vocal about their allergy. All schools are trying to accommodate students to avoid incidents such as those that have occurred at Yale University. While signs posted next to the food listing all ingredients were posted in the cafeteria, a student from Yale had to be rushed to the Yale-New Haven Hospital to receive treatment for her reaction. Most allergic reactions occur when a person eats something that they thought was safe. Trace amounts of a food allergen can cause a reaction in those who have a food allergy, according to the FAAN website. Like Yale, Fairfield does list the ingredients above the dishes put out for students at all three meals. The fear of cross contamination, however does keep students with allergies out of Barone. Kevin Matthews ’13, who has an allergy to peanuts and tree nuts, said that cross contamination is one of the main reasons
he chooses to eat in the Stag or places off campus. For the 1,743 students who are on a meal plan, accommodating their individualistic taste is not realistic. Fairfield University administration and Sodexho are constantly trying to find ways to keep the menu from becoming repetitive for students, Fitzgerald said. He explained that the challenge for the dining staff is that while some ideas may look good on paper, the new dishes do not always attract students. “[I] don’t try anything other than comfort foods or simple foods,” said Bryan Shea ’13. “[Sodexho tries] to put a variety out but everything runs out too quick.” While most students like Shea tend to lean towards what Fitzgerald considers “comfort food”, pizza; hamburgers; macaroni and cheese, sophomore Brady Dow ‘13 said that he does in fact try the different dishes Barone offers, but finds that at the end of the day he always finds a hamburger or pizza on his plate. When asked about nutrition versus taste, Fitzpatrick said that it is the student’s own decision to be conscious of their caloric intake. “I tend to try whatever looks appetizing,” Megan Kuzniewski ’14 said, “Mac and cheese is usually good.” Comfort foods are what usually attract students the most, according to Fitzpatrick. Healthy options are available for students, though most feel as though the choices of vegetables and fruit could be of a larger variety. It is all a balancing act, according to Fitzpatrick.
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There were 37 arrests and infractions at Clam Jam this year. For the most part, fines were given out for open containers, indecent exposure, trespassing and public intoxication. Later that same day, Channel 8 News featured Clam Jam festivities on the evening news. The report was extremely editorialized and completely exaggerated; students were depicted as belligerent rule-breakers. If this is the worst that our student body behaves, then the town of Fairfield should lighten up. This year’s Clam Jam was a lot tamer than previous years. While some students, granted, were not law-abiding, the majority were trying to appease the beach residents’ requests as best they could while still having fun. Clam Jam is one of the many Fairfield traditions that will always be difficult to break. Students will always be drawn to the beach, regardless of how many students are actually allowed to live there. Next time the news wants to cover Clam Jam, they should make sure they stick to a journalistic approach and report the story with both sides represented. The reporter is supposed to stay impartial - and in this report, he definitely did not.
Proper Patriotism The news of Osama Bin Laden’s death on Sunday May 1 around 11:30 p.m. was a cause of celebration for many Americans, but it incited a riotous reaction on Fairfield University’s campus. While the reason behind the celebration was understandable, the excessive nature of the celebration coupled with the prolonged duration of noise and chaos was distracting to many campus residents trying to complete end of the semester work or sleep. Yes, the death of Bin Laden is a symbolic victory for America, but celebrating the death of a person doesn’t seem moral or Jesuit-like. While it’s great that the sense of patriotism for this country was revived, it is a little disturbing that this has been the biggest spontaneous celebration by the student body on campus thus far this year. When Obama won the presidency, students also ran outside in the Quad in celebration, but those festivities were quickly shut down by Public Safety. This year the students had gathered for at least two hours without having the group be broken up by Public Safety. The behavior by the students was excessive, and we feel that some students were caught up in the frenzy of the news. There is a reason to celebrate; not necessarily the death of an individual but rather the event’s symbolism in the progress towards the fight against terrorism. And, by the way, where did all those American flags come from?
• Today is the last day of classes for the Spring of 2011. • The Rowing Team won the spring metropolitan championship.
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Where you arrested this year? You weren't alone. Read about others arrested during Jail and Bail 2011 in the article on pg 3. Have an opinion? Send it to opinion@fairfieldmirror.com.
The Walk To The Train:
Interns Struggle to Commute By Peter Caty former editor-in-Chief
It was mid-August when Fairfield University senior Alexandria Hein heard the news. She was hired as a newsroom intern at Fox News in New York City. After a month of anticipation, she landed an internship at a top news corporation. Today, she is still happy with the internship, but not with Fairfield University. One small, yet important aspect of internships in New York City is arriving to the train on time. For Hein, parking at the train station has been a constant and stressful problem ever since she began at Fox News in early September because there is no parking for students. “Fairfield University has always pushed and sometimes required internships for classes and, not to mention, constantly brag about our close proximity to New York City, yet provides for no parking for students at the train station,” said Hein. That’s right; Fairfield University stresses the importance of internships, yet provides no means for the students to park at the Metro North station. “Every spot is taken when I arrive to the train station, even though I wake up an hour early, so I have to park at the Tombo Hibachi & Tiki Lounge,” she said. However, as of Thursday, the management at Tombo Hibachi & Tiki Lounge banned Hein from parking in their lot, citing private property concerns. At risk of missing her train,
Hein had to frantically call her friends to move her car. With over nine weeks left in the semester at that time, she had to deal with this problem 18 more times, since she works twice a week in New York City. As for getting a parking pass for the train parking lot, not only is the wait more than five years, but also it would not be worth the money for Hein to buy a pass. Additionally, there are a small number of available spots for six dollars a day, but Hein would have to wake up an extra hour earlier to get one of those. Hein is a college senior who works at an internship, is the news editor of her college paper and must fit school work in somewhere. It is definitely not worth it for Hein to lose four hours of sleep each week for the six dollar spots. So what are her other options? She could always wake up one of her five other house mates to drive her each morning, which wouldn’t be too appreciated. An even better idea, Hein could walk the two miles from her house to the Metro North station, in high heels. However, there is always the Fairfield Cab Company, which is open 24 hours and only costs seven dollars from Hein’s beach on Fairfield Beach Road to the Fairfield Metro-North station. That seven dollar cab ride is strikingly similar to the cost of the six dollars parking spots at the train station. However, Hein has had many unpleasant experiences with the Fairfield Cab Company. She missed the ferry to
her hometown of Massapequa in Long Island, NY because the cab driver was 15 minutes late. Relying on Fairfield Cab is not worth the risk at such a high profile internship. If the above options are not realistic, than what can Hein do? More importantly, what can Fairfield University do? A simple option would be for the university to buy a block of parking spots at the Metro North station to accommodate its students with internships in the city. Students could pay the university and be chosen on a first come, first serve basis or a lottery system, which Fairfield is especially known for. In response to suggestions that the University buy parking spaces at the train station, Dean of Students Thomas Pellegrino commented that it would be unlikely that the university would be able to buy the said parking spaces. “I do recognize the issue...It is extremely difficult to secure a space given the wait list and high demand for spaces. Even then, it would presumably be only one space,” said Pellegrino. In the end, there are very few options for Hein, save for relaying on Fairfield Cab or her roommates. Since, she cannot park at Tombo Hibachi & Tiki Lounge as of Thursday, driving her car to the train station will be increasingly risky. All that Hein can do now is hope that her roommates don’t mind getting up when the sun rises.
Notable and Quotables: “While everyone was out celebrating, I was shaking.” -said student Maria Waring '14 regarding the Osama Bin Laden death reaction(read more on pg. 1).
• Clam Jam was once again successful. (We Tore Down That Wall.) • Osama Bin Laden was pronounced dead on May 1st, 2011, marking progress in the fight against terrorism. • Peter Caty, the outgoing Mirror Editorin-Chief, will study photojournalism at the New House School of Communications at Syracuse University next year.
• Fairfield women's lacrosse lost the MAAC championship game to Canisius. • There was a total of 37 arrests and infractions resulting from Clam Jam '11. •Landlords, beach security, and Fairfield police at Clam Jam. • Finals are quickly approaching. • This is the last Mirror issue of the Year. • That a giant wall was built at the beach to block students from enjoying Clam Jam.
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Jam Out With Your Clam Out By Celeste Tallarico
By Richard O'Connor Contributing Writer
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With the year finally winding down and the last weekend come and gone, I took a moment to reflect back on this year. We finally made it to Clam Jam. Despite the lack of sun and the presence of annoying orange fences, you know Clam Jam had to be good if it made the news the morning after. What I can’t understand is why the town of Fairfield thinks some orange fences and signs are going to keep Clam Jam from happening. Clam Jam is the best time of the year. Girls wear their best outfits and guys wear their favorite jerseys or Polo buttondowns. Whether or not you believe in the Fairfield stereotype, Clam Jam is the one-day a year to wear your best. As I stood on a wall next to my friends looking out into a sea of people, my dressed ripped and my phone having a weird liquid squiggle in the background, I tried to compare the beginning of this year to then. The thing was…I couldn’t. So much has changed between September to Clam Jam. Time moves fast and if you are not careful you will blink and miss everything. Then on Clam Jam when you finally see your ex, after him being gone
for a whole semester, you are going to wonder where the switch happened that you guys went from friends to ignoring each other. After unsuccessfully trying to get back together with my awkward limbo…twice... I realized that some times you just need to burn your bridge and never look back at the wreckage. Other things I have learned this year…I learned that the saying “bros before hoes” clearly does not apply to the men of Fairfield, that the housing lottery is rigged or is based on cosmic karma, living in Bellarmine comes with a stigma and to never leave your bag or yourself on the rocks at Clam Jam. Lastly, I learned that if you ever leave a sweater at guy’s house, chances are you are never going to see it again. While we are on the topic of clothes- I play for keeps. If you have ever lent me a sweatshirt, a t-shirt or any other article of clothing you have until May 10th to claim them. All in all we made it through another year with plenty of new scars. Most likely all the loose ends that this year is ending on will carry over into next year. Good thing I'll be abroad in the fall and won’t be here to see it all unravel.
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Late Sunday night in living rooms across the United States, the words “Osama Bin Laden killed” were running across the television screen. Normal Americans learned of the news from major cable networks. I, however, like to believe that right before they stormed the quad that night in celebration, the average Fairfield student heard the news a little like this: ”Bro! Bin Laden got popped! Let’s rage!” Like most people from the New York Metro area I can remember exactly where I was when the events of 9/11 took place. Walking down the hallway of Central Middle School in Greenwich, CT, all I could think about was whether or not my dad was coming home from work in New York City that day. Luckily for me he did, but there were some kids that didn’t have the same luck as I did. Nearly ten years after the fact, a lot has changed. The great “War on Terror” which seemed so just and right at the time, the U.S. versus the bad guys, has now lost its appeal. Many see the war as something that has gone so far off track that it can be accused as being a vessel to further U.S. foreign interest in the Middle East. In recent elections one of the hot issues has been withdrawing the troops. Most people started to forget about “the world's number one bad guy”. Bin Laden’s death comes as
a relief to some. Hopefully it can bring some element of closure to those families whose lives were affected by 9/11. I think that it shows that no matter how far the “War on Terror” has strayed, we finally accomplished one of the things that we first set out to do. And whether you think it's warranted or not, it has partially resurrected that feeling of patriotism we all shared after 9/11. Of course, for every action there’s a reaction and there is now a fear of retaliation from Al Qaeda
or from those sympathetic to Osama. The Department of Homeland Security recently issued a warning about possible retaliation, and the State Department issued a travel advisory to U.S. citizens abroad. While these fears are real and shouldn’t be taken lightly, are we really going to allow terrorists to affect the way we are living our lives? Just like how after 9/11 America kept running, we again need to maintain our resolve and show the world our courage.
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"Wanna talk about I, Wanna Talk About Number One" By Gabriella Tutino Executive Editor
According to the New York Times, song lyrics of our generation are becoming increasingly narcissistic. It is all about the self-- the words “I” and “me” are more prevalent, focusing on the ego of a person. As Ke$ha sings on her popular single ‘Tik Tok’: “Now the party don’t start till I walk in,” or as Keri Hilson sings on ‘Pretty Girl Rock:’ “Don’t hate me cause I’m beautiful.” Take almost any pop song nowadays and try to find someone not singing about themself. There’s nothing wrong with being a little self-confident and vain. Everyone likes to feel good about themselves. It’s ok to gloat and boast every now and then; it’s an ego and confidence booster. As Americans, we tend to have big egos, so it’s no surprise that the music of our time would reflect this. And if we can’t love ourselves first, how can we get others to love us? Songwriting is similar to storytelling. Using the first person
point of view in a story puts the reader in the place of the narrator. ‘I’ and ‘me’ are more personal words and therefore more relatable. Take that idea and put it in songwriting, and it makes sense that people would sing along. Sure, lyrics are relatable when artists sing about significant others or friends or family, but songs are much more likeable when we can sing along and believe the song is about ourselves. The problem, however, lies in the messages of these songs. The article states that narcissism has increased significantly in the last three decades, and that the narcissism in music is linked to negative feelings of anger and relationship problems. This trend shows that music is moving away from communal feelings of love and more towards self-centered songs.
What exactly does this mean? People today are upset with their relationships and life. They feel unloved, upset and turn away from other people. These negative feelings are turned into songs about heartbreak or into songs about how ‘I’m too good for so-and-so.’ A good example: “I Look So Good (Without You)” by Jesse James. The music industry today is targeting single people who don’t care about relationships, or who are upset and heartbroken about their unsuccessful love life. Basically, today’s music is giving one big middle finger to the values of relationship and community. ‘Why bother with other people? Clearly we only like ourselves’ is the vibe of the mainstream music today. Sure there’s the occasional exception such as Bruno Mars’ single “Marry You,” or Katy Perry’s popular song “Teenage Dream.” Yet the majority of music today is about celebrating the self, focusing on the self and no one else. Whatever happened to a sense of community? Whatever happened to loving each other? People need other people as friends, as a support system, as guidance. If today’s music is any indication, the narcissism we suffer from will cause difficulties for future relationships, especially if we let our egos get in the way.
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Movies Previews By Kelsey Guerin Asst. Vine Editor
If you’re looking forward to new blockbuster movies this summer with original ideas and all new characters, then you may be out of luck. The movies this summer look like they fall into one of the two categories seen below: prequels/sequels or superhero movies. Many of these movies look promising though, and will hopefully deliver all the action and thrills desired from a summer blockbuster. May 20 - Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides
Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) is back once again for the fourth installment of the popular franchise, and this time he is searching for the "fountain of youth." Geoffrey Rush will be returning for this movie as Barbossa, but Kiera Knightley and Orlando Bloom will not be reprising their roles as Elizabeth Swann and Will Turner. Instead, Penelope Cruz will play the lead female role of Angelica. Also joining the cast is Ian McShane as the legendary pirate Blackbeard and the newest captain of the Black Pearl. This installation will have the usual Pirates antics, but will also include some new faces and new adventures.
May 26 - The Hangover Part II The Hangover was the U.S.’s highest grossing R-rated comedy, so why mess with a proven formula? That must have been the thought behind the creators of "The Hangover Part II," because the sequel seems like the original "Hangover," except now it's set in Bangkok and there's a monkey instead of a baby. Before his nuptials in Thailand, Stu (Ed Helms), Phil (Bradley Cooper), and Alan (Zach Galifianakis) decide to take
Top: Hangover Part II (Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis ; Right: Green Latern (Ryan Reynolds). Contributed Photos Teddy (Mason Lee), the little brother of Stu’s fiance, out for one small drink. It should be utterly unsurprising that Stu, Phil and Alan then wake up the next morning with no recollection of the previous night and no Teddy. Fan favorites Mike Tyson and Mr. Chow (Ken Jeong) will also be in this sequel.
June 3 - X-Men: First Class This movie is the only one on the list with the honor of being both a prequel and a superhero movie. Before they were Professor X and Magneto, Charles Xavier (James McAvoy) began a school to teach humans with superpowers and fought alongside his best friend Erik Lensherr (Michael Fassbender) to prevent a nuclear apocalypse during the Cuban Missile Crisis. The stress of working together highlighted a difference in ideals between Xavier and Lensherr, however, and these differences eventually evolved into the constant battle between Professor X’s X-Men and Magneto’s Brotherhood seen in the other movies.
June 17 - Green Lantern
Hal Jordan (Ryan Reynolds) was a gifted test pilot who shied away from responsibility until he suddenly found himself a member of the Green Lantern Corps. This group consists of superpowered protectors across the universe, and Hal is the first human ever to be selected to join the group. He must struggle to learn to control his new powers in time to defeat a threat to the entire universe, an enemy known as Parallax. Blake Lively stars opposite Reynolds as his fellow pilot and love interest Carol Ferris.
July 1 - Transformers: Dark of the Moon
The Decepticons are back once again and seeking revenge against the Autobots. Noteworthy in this sequel is the replacement of Megan Fox as leading lady. In this film, Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf ) and Mikaela Banes (Megan Fox) are no longer together. Sam’s new love interest is instead another highly attractive young woman named Carly (Rosie Huntington-Whiteley). Since this is a Michael Bay movie, expect plenty of fight sequences and explosions.
July 15 - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part II
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past couple of years, you know that this summer marks the end of the Harry Potter franchise (until someone decides to reboot it in about five years or so, that is). In this last installment of the movie series, Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) and his friends will face the Dark Lord Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes) in the ultimate battle between good and evil. If the newly released trailer is anything to judge by, this movie promises to be as actionpacked as the books, and perhaps even more so (see: Harry and Voldemort’s newly discovered interest in cliff diving). Either way, one thing is certain: millions of fans across the country will be queueing up to see the movie at midnight and say their goodbyes to this immensely popular franchise.
August 12 - Final Destination 5 According to the IMDb page, “Survivors of a suspension-bridge collapse learn there’s no way you can cheat Death.” You know what happens in the previous four Final Destination movies, so you can probably guess what happens in this one.
Top: Wizard Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) and evil Lord Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes) battle it out in the final installment of the popular "Harry Potter" franchise. Contributed Photo
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Beauty Products By Chelsea Pabon Contributing Writer
Summer is approaching fast and with just one week left of school it’s about time we have the talk: Be prepared for the summer with these 5 absolute musthave beauty products for summer 2011!
Mario Badescu—Lip Wax
Eye shadow—Golden To compliment a perfect tan and any summer dress, a golden shade of eye shadow makes the eyes pop and your overall skin seeming softer. You can dress it up or dress it down but either way you cannot go wrong with a golden appeal! It's $3 at any drugstore.
With a blend of Vitamin E, palm oil and rose hips, this lip wax will protect your lips from UVA and UVB rays as well as leave behind a smooth and creamy texture on your lips. Find it online or at Nordstrom for $7.
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If you want to have the best hair without doing a lot of work, Argan Oil is the magic wand for you! It compares to Moroccanoli oil and is full of rare oils from the fruit of the Argan tree in Morocco. Apply to dry hair for a gorgeous shine and no oily residue and you’ll be surprised that it also tames the frizz and leaves your hair soft like feathers. Apply to wet hair for volume and a natural conditioning. Look for it at any Sally Beauty store for only $8.
In preparation for this summer’s heat, NUDE Skincare’s hydrating water will feel cool on your skin, giving it a hydrating boost, and it is also perfect for setting your makeup so you do not slowly melt away under the sun. It is definitely a skin care essential for normal, dry and sensitive skin types. Also comes with an incredible rose and vanilla floral smell. Find it at Sephora for $20.
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Some other things you might need... By Kelly Pierce Asst. News Editor
Striped Shirt $12
Ray-Ban Aviators $100 - 300
Neutrogena Wet Skin Sunblock Spray $7.99 Havaianas Sandals $15 – 30
Seersucker shorts $18 Contributed Photos
"Collision" Exhibit
By Ashley Zangara Vine Editor
Junior and Senior Studio Art majors were able to display their hard work in the basement galleries of Loyola Hall starting April 18. The works of 13 talented students are presented in the exhibition titled “Collision� for their annual seminar class. Here are just a few art works hanging in the Lukacs Gallery, Experimental Space and Gallery 10. Artists include: Nette Chisolm, Bailey Cardinal, Alexa Moreno, Paige Jackson, Emily Lange, Patricia Galinat, Amanda Milligan, Kathryn Reilly, Melanie Rice, Maxine Townsend, Mesha Joseph and Kelsey Holland. Each student was allowed to use whatever medium they desired to express their art. Drawings, oil on canvas, collage, found materials, installation work, printmaking and watercolors are all the different types of content the students used to form their works. The gallery concludes on May 9.
Kelly Pierce and Bailey Cardinal/The Mirror Innovative works by junior and senior studio art majors.
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Helping you find healthy but delicious treats By Ashley Zangara Vine Editor
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Ashley Zangara/The Mirror Top: Tasti D-Lite just opened a new store in Fairfield. Bottom: Toasted Coconut and Peanut-butter Marshmallow with graham cracker topping
asti D-Lite is a low-calorie frozen yogurt chain that recently opened up on 1201 Kings Highway in Fairfield, CT. Tasti advocates a healthy lifestyle. On their website they explain that their formula is simple: they put in less of what you don’t need, like calories and fat, but put in more of what you want: creamy, delicious taste. Most of their mouth-watering flavors contain 80 calories or less, with fewer than 1.5 grams of fat and 14 grams of carbs per four-ounce serving. Tasti D-Lite is blended fresh every day in order to satisfy the customers’ daily cravings. “At first I did not believe there was any way that this delicious frozen concoction could be so low in calories, but after checking it out online, I realized it was true! I love how lightweight and fluffy it tastes,” said Brittany Baker ‘12. Tasti has over 100 delectable flavors to choose from including: Buttercrunch Mania, Apple Pie, Cake Batter, Devils Food Cake, Coffee Crumb, Oreos n Peanut butter, Banana Pudding, Red Velvet Cake, Pumpkin Cheesecake, Rice Pudding, Mint Chocolate, Dulce de Leche, Coffee Toffee, Green Tea, Pecan Praline Fudge, Caramel, Blueberry Cheesecake and much more. Aside from the standard flavors, they also offer flavors of the day, which you can check online by simply going to their website and typing in the zip code of whichever location you are planning to visit. Not only do they offer fro-
zen yogurt, but they also sell anti-oxidant packed smoothies of your liking or a shake in whatever Tasti flavor you want. You can add a “Tasti Shot” for an added boost to your smoothie or shake. This yummy frozen treat comes in all sizes: a small (70-100 calories) is priced at $3.75, a regular (40-200 calories) is priced at $4.25 and a large (210-300 calories) is priced at $4.75. They are opened from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Monday through Thursday and stay open an hour later on Friday and Saturday. Tasti D-Lite values their customers; for a limited time if you show them your college ID, you are eligible to receive a free topping with your froyo. The same goes if you bring in a movie ticket stub on Friday nights. This is a great guilt-free treat to indulge in during the warm weather.
+ Satire:Vast Conspiracy Unmasked: Rampant Unsolicited Donations? By Pat McGee Contributing Writer
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ou may have noticed the large number of flat-screened televisions on campus and thought to yourself, “Why is this school spending money on enormous televisions rather than on things we actually need?” In reality, there is no reason to get hot around the collar, because Fairfield isn’t buying these televisions. They are part of a terrible and seemingly endless plague of anonymous donations. Dick Heene, director of the Alumni Farming Department at Fairfield University, has dealt with many donations in his time, both large and very large, but he has never seen reckless donations like this before. “At first, we were very glad,” he said. “Who doesn’t like a flat-screen television? But they kept coming and coming, and we didn’t know what to do with them. We’ve got four of them in Barone alone, and they’re all playing the same thing! It’s really a tragedy." With the number of donations growing rapidly, Fairfield has changed its stance on the matter and has contacted the FBI in order to actively seek out this malicious individual and put a stop to his or her heinous acts before the university is literally buried under a mountain of enormous televisions. Special Agent Alan Finger has been put in charge of the investigation. “Malevolent donation is nothing new,” he
said in a recent interview. “We have intelligence which suggests that the person responsible for these crimes against the University is also responsible for anonymously donating crime and poverty to Bridgeport.” Despite the possibility that Fairfield might be dealing with heavy hitters on the level of international drug cartels and Lithuanian freedom fighters, Finger is confident in the FBI’s ability to track down and put a stop to the person or persons responsible. “The Finger always gets his man… always...” Finger said. When informed of the truth behind the recent surge of TVs on campus, student Mark Merriman responded: “That’s all well and good, but they should really track down the person donating all of the women’s underwear to my bedroom floor. That’s the real issue here. I don’t care if I have to look at a giant TV doing the job of a poster, but what if there’s
a fire and I trip over them in the middle of my floor? That’s a safety hazard and it’s downright shameful that nothing is being done about it.” Disclaimer: This piece is for entertainment purposes only.
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Summer 2011 Warped Tour An annual concert festival that hosts over 100 different bands of varying genres, Warped Tour will be hitting the East Coast between July 12 and August 1. Main stage performances will feature: 3OH!3
Genre: Electronic, Rap/HipHop Members: Sean Foreman, Nathaniel Motte Hometown: Boulder, CO Buzz: seven songs on Billboard Hot 100, Billboard Top Artists of the Year in 2009 and 2010 Download this: “I’m Not Your Boyfriend”
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Genre: Rap/Hip-Hop, Alterna-
Members: Eric Roberts (bass, backup vocals) Travie McCoy (vocals), Matt McGinley (drums, percussion), Disashi Lumumba-Kasongo (guitar, backup vocals) Hometown: Geneva, NY Buzz: Billboard Top 200 Albums of the Year in 2007 for As Cruel As School Children Download this: “Cookie Jar”
Less Than Jake
Genre: Punk, Ska Members: Chris Demakes (vocals, guitar), Roger Manganelli (bass, guitar), Vinnie Fiorello (drums), Buddy Schaub (trombone), JR Wasilewski (saxophone) Hometown: Gainesville, FL Buzz: five albums on Billboard Top 200 Albums between 1998 and 2006 Download this: “The Science of Selling Yourself Short”
Against Me!
Genre: Rock Members: Tom Gabel (guitar, vocals), Andrew Seward (bass), James Bowman (guitar, vocals), Jay Weinberg (drums) Hometown: Gainesville, FL Buzz: Billboard Top 200 Albums in June 2010 for White Crosses, Best Punk Band in Rolling Stone’s 2008 list “The 125-Plus People, Place and Things Ruling the Rock & Roll Universe” Download this: “I Was A Teenage Anarchist”
Attack Attack!
Genre: Metalcore, Post Hardcore Members: Andrew Wetzel (drums), Andrew Whiting (guitar), John Holgado (bass), Caleb Shomo (vocals, synthesizer, keyboard) Hometown: Westerville, OH Buzz: albums on Billboard Top 200 Albums in June 2010 and November 2008 Download this: “Smokahontas”
Paramore
Genre: Rock, Pop Members: Hayley Williams (vocals, keyboard, piano), Jeremy Davis (bass), Taylor York (guitar) Hometown: Franklin, TN Buzz: Three time Grammy Awards nominee, Billboard Top Artists of the Year in 2010, Billboard 200 Albums of the Year in 2007,
2009 and 2010 Download this: “Brick By Boring Brick”
Pepper
Genre: Reggae, Rock Members: Kaleo Wassman (vocals, guitar), Bret Bollinger (vocals, bass), Yesod Williams (drums) Hometown: Kailua-Kona, HI Buzz: Billboard Top 200 Albums in August 2008 for Pink Crustaceans and Good Vibrations Download this: “Crazy Love”
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A Day To Remember
Genre: Pop Punk, Hardcore Members: Jeremy McKinnon (vocals), Alex Shelnutt (drums), Neil Westfall (guitar), Joshua Woodard (bass), Kevin Skaff (guitar) Hometown: Ocala, FL Buzz: third album Homesick placed #1 on Billboard Top Independent Albums and #21 in Rolling Stone’s “Top 40 Albums” in February 2009 Download this: “Have Faith In Me”
Jack’s Mannequin
Genre: Pop Rock, Rock Members: Andrew McMahon (vocals, piano), Bobby Anderson (guitar, backup vocals), Jay McMillan (drums) Hometown: Orange County, CA Buzz: albums on Billboard Top 200 Albums in October 2008 and September 2005 Download this: “Bruised”
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Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows (D.R.U.G.S.)
Genre: Rock, Alternative Members: Craig Owens (vocals), Matt Good (vocals, guitar, keyboard, synthesizer), Nick Martin (vocals, rhythm guitar), Aaron Stern (bass), Adam Russell (drums, percussion) Hometown: Detroit, MI Buzz: Billboard Top 200 Albums in March 2011 for self-titled album D.R.U.G.S. Download this: “Sex Life” Not all bands play at all venues. Check listings online at http:// www.vanswarpedtour.com/bands for the complete list of bands and their performance dates. Tickets can be purchased online at varying prices.
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A New Study Abroad Opportunity: Tanzania By Kaitlyn Pacelli Contributing Writer
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ount Kilimanjaro. Serengeti National Park. Beaches of Zanzibar.These are a few of the reasons why Tanzania lures visitors. But there is a fourth reason for Fairfield University students: study abroad. The newest African study abroad program is an example of the multiculturalism that Fairfield promotes and is consistent with national trends that indicate an increased interest in unconventional programs. Embodying Multiculturalism “Tanzania is an inclusive society because it is multiethnic and poly-religious,” said Chris Johnson, the director of International Programs. Dar es Salaam, the commercial capital, contains a multitude of ethnic groups, religions and languages and is a living example of the multiculturalism that Fairfield strives for. “One of our challenges is to create opportunities to immerse students in cultural differences,” said Johnson. The Tanzania program aspires to live up to these words by immersing students in the community by requiring that they teach courses at a local Jesuit high school. Prior to the trip, students spend one week intensively studying Swahili. To further cultural immersion, students either live with host families or in a dormitory with a Tanzanian student. “I have really gotten to embrace and immerse myself in the culture [by living] with a host family,” said Pamela Perrimon, an anthropology and theatre major studying in Tanzania this semester. The hallmark of a Jesuit education, as reiterated on the Fairfield University study abroad page, is for students to “understand, embrace, celebrate, and respect cultural and ethnic differences.” While Fairfield University has been sending students abroad for over 30 years to fulfill this Jesuit ethos, sending students to Africa was a rarity. Three years ago, Fairfield started searching for an African program that was safe, attractive and had a strong Jesuit presence to provide a rich cultural exchange, said Johnson.
Tanzania has avoided the internal conflicts that has plagued many of its African neighbors and enjoys a stable democracy. Safety Concerns Tanzania remains one of the poorest countries in the world with 36 percent of the population living below the poverty line, according to the CIA World FactBook.
The Bowdoin Orient explains that as a national trend, student interest in unconventional programs has increased across colleges. “Students who choose unconventional programs want an experience to give them a new perspective on the world or a leg up in the job market,” said Johnson. “Tanzania on a resume leaps out to potential employers.” Only four students are in Tanzania this semester, although Johnson hopes this number will increase in the future. Not for Everyone “Tanzania won’t appeal to all students,” said Johnson. While all majors can be accommodated, it is really for the student looking for an adventure and one who wants to be different from everyone else. Students around campus have varied in levels of enthusiasm for the program. Most were skeptical about the program because of safety concerns and its obscurity. “No, I would not have considered Tanzania,” said Brittany Putnam ’11 who studied abroad in France. “I can’t even locate the country on a map.” However, Anita Lee ’11 who studied abroad in Galway and China, is more encouraging. “Unconventional programs force you to interact with the culture and to make foreign friends,” said Lee. “It is easier to embrace multiculturalism when half of your Fairfield friends are not in Europe.” Tebben Lopez ’14 is one potential participant. “I will Pamela Perrimon/Contributed Photo consider it. It would be a great opportunity to immerse Pamela Perrimon '12 with her host family. myself in a culture in a very different part of the world,” she The U.S. Department of State website still warns tour- said. ists that crime is a serious problem and that visitors must be While Tanzania is an obscure country with soaring povalert and cautious at all times. erty and crime statistics, Perrimon resolutely recommends “Safety will always be a concern [in any program] … As the program. long as you are wary of your surroundings and make good “We have such a unique program that it would be an decisions, everything will be fine,” said Perrimon. experience of a lifetime for any student,” said Perrimon. Consistent with National Trends Johnson added, “In Florence you have world renowned Western Europe remains the most popular destination art galleries. In Tanzania the real art galleries are in the peofor students enrolled in American colleges, according to the ple and everyday life.” Institute of International Education. Tanzania offers unique cultural immersion opportuniFlorence is Fairfield’s most popular program, said Chris ties and experiences that Western Europe cannot provide. Johnson.
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His iPhone / Her BlackBerry Joe McConville If you’re reading this it means that somehow you have survived the gauntlet that is the last week of classes at Fairfield University. Naturally, the Weather Channel has predicted the most beautiful weather pattern ever for the next 2 weeks. Of course, I won’t be witnessing any of this due to the fact that my eyes will never see the light of day, squirreled away in the dark caverns of the DiMenna Nyselius library, running solely on Red Bull and my own tears. I’ll try to set alarms on my iPhone to remember to eat. I know you’re worried. Finals are stupid. Who had the grand idea to decide “Gee, let’s just throw a semester’s worth of work into a single test then assign about 45% of the student’s grade to it,” should be shoved in the stacks of the lower level of the library and locked away for all eternity. For those of you who don’t know what the stacks are in the library you should probably actually pay attention in one of those multiple ‘Library Orientation Seminars’ they shove you into during EN11 and EN12. Back to the basics, people. If you’re in the library right now, don’t be frightened by the hordes of uber-focused, Adderall-crazed zombie students that have come to occupy your favorite comfy chairs overlooking the hill. This is just a phase; by May 13th, there will be a great release of pent-up anxiety and a collective sigh will be exhaled across campus.
Final Thoughts on Finals
If I was a professor, my final would be nothing more than a paper due on the last day of class. I wouldn’t pretend to be blind to the fact that most students don’t really start studying until (at the maximum) 2 or 3 days before the final. I’ve come to love the teachers that declare the final to be only a portfolio or research paper. It’s less stressful and manageable, unlike re-reading chapters 1-14 and memorizing why or why not the Federal Reserve targets the money system and how this will affect the price of turnips in the economy. I can almost taste the freedom of summer. It’s like being a kid during December. You know that Santa is coming but you can’t do a thing about making Christmas morning come any faster. It’s like a twisted joke walking to my class with girls sunbathing out on the quad. It takes the biggest effort to continue to plod to my own personal hour and 15 minute corner of hell. Everybody’s working for the weekend. As my final thought for the year, I wish all graduating seniors the best of luck in the real world. I also would like to wish everyone else a safe and fun summer and look forward to writing for you all in the fall. Now I’m going to retreat back into my dark cave and try and choke down another couple of chapters of accounting. Sent from my iPhone
Maria Mazzaro
I’m going to go out on a limb and guess that Mr. iPhone over there is in the business school? Anyway, Dolan vs. CAS is a different debate for a different day. The matter at hand today is finals week, and it is, regrettably, fast approaching. Not to be a nostalgic freshman or anything, but remember when we thought Barone was pretty good? Then, however, “Oh, whoa, dude, they’ve got a stir-fry station!” slowly but surely morphed into “Oh, whoa, dude, unidentified fish substance again??” It’s hard to believe that in a few mere weeks there’ll be a new crowd of freshmen biddies at the bottom of the Fairfield food chain to appreciate – and then abhor – Barone cuisine. Manicure. Pedicure. Grande caramel latte, with whip. Am I the only one who gets a little sidetracked during finals time (oh, Rob Pattinson is in a new movie with animals? I wonder if that’s an improvement over Kristen Stewart…)? The whole concept just seems a little crazy to me. I mean, we all work our butts off all semester, only to have it erased from our memories when we have to cram for one big test that could either make or break all our previous efforts? Come on Doctors, Professors, and all you other degree holders, where’s the logic in that? In theory, finals should be the icing on our academic cake. Think about it: we should know all the information already from studying all semester long! Unfortunately, that’s not the case – at least, for me
it’s not. And while I won’t be hibernating in the DiMenna-Nyselius Cave, I will be doing some necessary tunneling in the Jogues Burrow of Doom. I can almost taste the salt water and feel the misty breeze of the Jersey Shore (which I’m sure won’t be the same since Snookie took over, but I’m always up for a new adventure). Honestly, between thoughts of the beach and pool and shorts and even Dairy Queen – which, I’ve still never been to, so sad – finals are the last thing I want to be thinking about. And shouldn’t teachers know this fact when they’re grading? “Oh, Maria got a B+, but it is almost summer, so really she deserves an A.” Yeah. That’s more like it. So Stags, good luck on finals, and if you take any Dairy Queen breaks, please think of me and shoot me a text, will you? I WILL be trying it before I return to New York and my Blizzard-devoid city. Have a fabulous, relaxing, not-working-too-hardbut-making-a-ton-of-mullah summer, and be sure to come back in the fall well-rested and ready for an entire year of iPhoneBlackberry banter! And seniors, good luck in the real world. Don’t forget to write back and tell us what life is really like outside of our Stag walls.
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This Week in Sports The week that was in Fairfield Athletics
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Rowing - April 30th- The rowing team took home their first Spring Metroplitan Championship since 2003. The Stags captured both the overall championship and women's championship. The win was huge for Fairfield, considering the MAAC championship was cancelled in early April. Baseball - The Stags took 1 of 3 games from division rival, the fourth place Siena Saints. Fairfield split a double-header on Saturday, but lost the rubber game of the series, 2-1, on Sunday. Senior Scott Gussaroff put up seven scoreless innings, and earned a no decision for the Stags. Softball -MAAC-leading Fairfield took three of four MAAC contests this weekend, sweeping St. Peters 8-0, 8-0, on Saturday, and splitting with Manhattan, 3-1, 3-4 on Sunday. Senior hurler Sarah Minice tossed a five-inning perfect game in the weekend opener. Women's Tennis - April 21st- At the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, NY, the top seeded Stags suffered a heartbreaking loss to the second seeded Red Foxes of Marist, 4-3. Monica Yajima, Sharissa Ryan, amd Caroline Emhardt picked up victories in singles play for Fairfield.
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Wednesday- Last day of classes! Thursday - Baseball at Quinnipiac 3:30 p.m Lacrosse vs Loyola (MD) ECAC semi-finals 4 p.m Friday- Study for Finals! Saturday - Baseball vs Iona 12 p.m (DH), Softball vs Niagara (DH) Sunday - Baseball vs Iona 12 p.m Monday - Study for finals! Tuesday - Study for finals!
By The Numbers
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Trips to Denver, ColoMAAC regular Strikeout's season titles won rado in the pasrt week recorded by Sarah by Fairfield teams for the Men's Lacrosse Minice during this academic year. her perfect game team. The ECAC Tour- (Men's basketball, nament is coming up against St. Peters women's lacrosse, in this next week. on Saturday. women's tennis)
Quote of the Week
-Stated Women's Lacrosse head coach Mike Waldvogel, after a 13-8 loss against Canisius in the MAAC championship.
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MVP of the graduating senior class?
Best moment of Clam Jam?
Finals are coming up. Suggestions on how to get through all of the stress?
UCONN basketball is considering playing a home game at Harbor Yard. You approve?
Last issue of the year. Any final words of wisdom going into the summer?
Slick Nick. A legend in his own right.
Falling off the roof. 100 dollar fine. But in the end it all boils down to this. BE-FREE.
Inhale. Exhale. Exams will come and go, but they should not stop us from enjoying our last 2 weeks at school.
Only if Kemba was back. Would love to see Olander block his shot into the crowd of Stagnation.
Enjoy the time off. Senior year will be nothing short of epic.
Yorel Hawkins.
I would not be the best one to answer that, I do not remember.
Take a deep breath and think I will NICK this final!
Yes! It would be great to watch Fairfield being the first Connecticut team to beat Uconn in over 90 games!
Next year is only four months away!
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"We’re in the range of 25 right now, and we want to be a top 10 program. To do that we definitely have to win the MAAC Championship."
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Its gotta be lord Farquad. Can't knock the hustle, and the fresh flow!
Two words. B Free dancing in the backyard, this video will be viral quicker than "Friday". Hit me up for details on this exlusive vid!!!!!
Finals stink more than my Mets. Just gotta realize it may seem long, but before you know it you we'll be chillin' in the summer sun!
I hope so, we gotta let them know what Stagnation is all about. We have Ivey Speight! If they do not come SQUID move. SMH.
HUHHUHUHUHU! Be safe, and have a blessed summer. Before you know it you wll be back at Fairfield in the NICK of time.
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Year in Review for Fairfield Athletics By Eric Bernsen Sports Editor
It’s hard to believe that we are coming to the close of our spring semester. This being The Mirror’s last issue of the year, it is important to reflect on what our athletes have accomplished, as well as our fellow students. Let’s take a step back and remember the highlights of the 2010-2011 school year in Fairfield Athletics. -Although Fairfield basketball just barely missed out on making the NCAA Tournament, our team certainly got the attention of people around the country. With an overall 25-8 record and a regular season MAAC championship, the Stags compiled an impressive resume. Yes, the home loss to Saint Peter’s was tough, but an NIT appearance for our program is another step in reaching the ultimate goal: the invite to March Madness. -We had to say farewell to our fan-favorite head coach Ed Cooley, who will always be remembered and respected in the Fairfield community. But with his departure comes a new era; it is now Sydney Johnson’s turn to lead this team to a MAAC Tournament Championship. With the return of Derek Needham, Ryan Olander, and Maurice Barrow, the Stags will not lose a step and already are pre-season favorites to win the MAAC. In addition, we welcome transfers Rakim Sanders and Desmond Wade, who will be essential components in making this team a mid-major powerhouse. The future looks bright for Fairfield basketball; next year should prove to be one for the ages. -The rising underclassmen of the Women’s Volleyball team deserve recognition for their efforts this past season. Fairfield sophomore Brianna Dixion was named to the AllMAAC Second Team after being named MAAC Rookie of the Year in 2009. She led the Stags with 303 kills and was second with 48 total blocks. In addition, freshman Rachel Romansky was named to the MAAC Championship Tournament team. - Michelle Yoshida set her sixth program record during the course of three days in the MAAC Swimming and Diving Championships. She won her third straight MAAC Championship in the 100 free and is poised to break more of her own records next year in her senior season. -Softball is having a great season so far, with a current overall record of 26-18 and 10-2 in MAAC competition. Freshman Lauren Liseth is starting her collegiate career off with a bang. She already has 6 home runs, 32 RBI’s, and a slugging percentage of .617%. Senior pitcher Sarah Minice is also having a fantastic season with a 14-7 W/L record and a 1.37 ERA. She has posted 16 complete games and just tossed a perfect game against Saint Peter’s last week. -Fairfield University’s Rowing Team put forth an extremely impressive effort this past weekend and won the overall championship trophy at the Spring Metropolitan Regatta. Fairfield had not won the title at this event since 2003 and their accomplishment should not
go unnoticed. -With the ECAC Tournament approaching for the Men’s Lacrosse Team, one particular player will need to continue his stellar level of play throughout the course of this season. Charlie Cipriano, junior goalkeeper, was named ECAC Keeper of the Year this week. He finished the regular season with a .593 save percentage, which was sixth in the entire country and first among ECAC goalkeepers. Cipriano stopped a career-best 153 shots this season, which is the ninth-best single-season effort in Fairfield history. Let’s hope Cipriano and the rest of the Men’s Lacrosse team can be on the right side of their upcoming ECAC games.
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Fans of Fairfield Basketball showing their support at the Arena at Harbor Yard.
10 Questions with Men's Tennis Erik Kremheller By Giovanna Giampa Contributing Writer
At Greenwich High School, he went undefeated, winning 63 straight tennis matches. At Fairfield, he has been named MAAC Player of the Week twice this spring, and has a record of 20-6 in singles and 23-6 in doubles. Erik Kremheller ’13, prides himself on his work on the court, and in the classroom. He recently talked to The Mirror about his mental toughness, combating his junk food habit, and how he prepares for matches. The Mirror: What is the biggest challenge you face on and off the court?
TM: It has been said you love junk food. How does your unhealthy food obsession get in the way of your maintaining a great tennis physique? EK: (laughs) My unhealthy eating habits have been a real hindrance to my tennis game. It's hard for me to quit a habit that I've had since I was a little kid. When I know I have a match coming up, I try to lay off the junk food for 2 days and stick to strictly water and healthy food. It’s extremely tough for me, but it’s nice to know after every match I can satisfy myself with a soda and an unhealthy snack. TM: What is your favorite thing to do off the court? EK: Relax. And be with my friends.
Erik Kremheller: I would say the biggest challenge I face on and off the court deals with the mental aspect of both tennis and life. Tennis matches are 100 percent mental, if you aren't confident then you won't succeed. The same can be applied in my life off the court, if I'm not confident in everything I do especially school, then I won't be able to succeed.
TM: Describe a typical day in the life of Erik Kremheller. EK: A typical day for me includes waking up at 8 or 9:30 most mornings for classes, then around noon I go to practice for about 3 hours. After practice I usually like to chill out and relax for a few hours before I buckle down and get my work done in the evening hours.
TM: How long have you been playing tennis? TM: If you didn’t play tennis what would you do? EK: I've been playing tennis for fun since I was 3 and competitively since I was about 13. TM: How did you manage to have an undefeated record of 63-0 in high school? EK: Going 63-0 in high school was the toughest and best feat of my tennis career. What really allowed me to succeed and perform at such a high level was the support of my teammates, friends, and family. Without them cheering me on and helping me through each and every day, I don't think I could have pulled off such a feat. TM: How do you prepare for a match? EK: I hydrate at least 24 hours in advance. I also have to make sure all of my rackets are properly strung and ready to go.
EK: Play baseball because it's my second favorite sport to play and my favorite sport to watch. I used to play competitively until I was about 14 years old…. and then tennis took over my life. TM: What would your ideal day be? Would it involve playing tennis? EK: My ideal day would not involve playing tennis. It would involve doing something relaxing with my friends, or not relaxing if we are going out. TM: Who is your toughest competition this year? EK: Marist. We lost to them last year in the MAAC Tournament finals so we're hoping we can get revenge this year and beat the sh-t out of them.
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Erik Krehemmler, a sophomore on the Fairfield Tennis team
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Heartbreak, Yet Still Hope for Fairfield Lacrosse
Andrew Fielding/The Clarion Above: Men's Lacrosse celebrating a goal against Denver, but ended losing the contest 11-5. Bottom Right: Katie Mackay moves the ball in the MAAC Championship loss vs. Canisius (SID Photo)
By Ivey Speight Contributing Writer
By Ivey Speight Contributing Writer
“The hourglass has been turned upside down.” That was the message of the Fairfield University men’s lacrosse coach, Andy Copeland, after the team’s 11-5 defeat at the hands of the 5th ranked Denver Pioneers over the weekend. The team wraps up the regular season at .500 both in the ECAC conference (3-3) and overall with a 7-7 record. “You have to put together a sixty minute effort. You can’t have any of those lapses like we saw on Saturday,” Copelan said. Fairfield led the Pioneers, who finished the year undefeated in the conference, by one goal midway through the third quarter. Denver then lit up seven unanswered goals. The Stags finish as the third seed in the inaugural ECAC tournament and will be matched against rival Loyola in the first round, a team that Fairfield lost by one goal to earlier in the season. “It’s going to be a battle,” Copelan said. In their last meeting, the Stags came up one punch short, as they gave up another lead late in the game and lost in overtime. Copelan attributed their struggles against the Greyhounds to the face-off and offensive side. Fairfield only won 7 out of the 17 face-offs in the last meeting, a troubling issue the team has had to addresss. “The more of a struggle it’s going to be when you don’t see the ball regularly, it’s tough to get into a rhythm. It’s certainly been two points of emphasis and we’re hoping we can clean those up,” he said. That loss came in early April, and the Stags have grown since then. According to Copelan, “part of that is the maturation process and part of that is young guys getting more experience.” This tournament will give them more experience too. Four teams travel to Denver with their season on the line, and Fairfield is looking for anything that can provide them with a spark. Even if it’s a loss. “Our guys should at least have some confidence that we can certainly run with a top 5 program in the country," the coach added. The loss against the Greyhounds was the 11th all-time against the Maryland team. In fact, the Stags have only defeated Loyola once in their history, not being on the winning side since 2006. But the team has put all those losses in the past. They are entering a tournament that could make up for the many heartbreaking losses throughout the season. With their season on the line, Copelan looks back at all the ups and downs, and knows that with two more wins, his team will be heading to the NCAA tournament. “This year hasn’t been perfect. There have certainly been ebbs and flows, but I’m proud of our guys just for the perseverance they’ve shown,” he said. The sand is trickling, grain by grain, on the Stags' season. Their year has consisted of numerous games where they have just barely come up short, but the ECAC Committee could have helped the Stags. Because in any tournament, it all comes down to is whichever team is playing the best over a short period of time. This is something that Coach Copelan realizes. “Right now the hourglass has been turned upside down," he said. "And how quickly that sand pours out or how slowly that sand pours out is ultimately up to them.”
Another year, another heartbreak. All season, the Fairfield University women’s lacrosse team has been a dominating force, consistently in the top class of the MAAC. But when it mattered most, in the MAAC Championship game, they lost. Same as last year, same as two seasons before that. In a four-year span, they have not lost a regular season conference game. This year, it was a 13-8 defeat against Canisius. “We were very disappointed,” coach Mike Waldvogel said. “We focused on winning the regular season and winning the MAAC Championship. That’s our goal every year and we let ourselves down.” Senior attack Katie MacKay said, “We were a little bit heartbroken. We expected so much more out of ourselves, we’ve worked the whole year to get to that point and kind of just failed.” And they did experience another promising year, which disappointingly came crashing down in the title match. How does this unfortunate ending continuously happen to a team who has won 24 straight regular league games? Is it the pressure for the top seed to win everything? “All athletes who are great athletes revel in that. We talked about that and we look forward to that,” Waldvogel said. This isn’t a team who is going to run and hide from the big stage. They held their own against nationally ranked teams all year, almost pulling off an upset against #9 Florida. “I think they do [thrive off the pressure]. I think
the young players feel it, I think they’re loose,” Waldvogel said. Is it the absence of the best player in the program history? After all, the way the team defied all expectations after Kristen Coleman, the leading scorer in the history of the program, went down with an injury before playing a game in 2011 should be a success in itself. “I thought the character of the team after losing the best player who probably ever played at Fairfield at the beginning of the season, having a young team, I think our expectations to win it weren’t very high….we only had three seniors coming back,” said Waldvogel. Maybe it’s just the game. The way it is played, the rules themselves. “I think the game has to be changed. Just like basketball and men’s lacrosse changed," he added. "They put a shot clock in basketball and [men’s] lacrosse has boundaries. I think that’s needed unless people just want to be in that situation where they stall the last 25 minutes of the game.” Whether it’s the pressure, the injuries, the youth, or the game, the Fairfield women’s lacrosse team is hurting from it. They have built a program that could rival many of the top 25 teams in the nation. Nevertheless, they will not be able to get the national recognition they deserve until they win the big game. “We’re in the range of 25 right now, and we want to be a top 10 program. To do that we definitely have to win the MAAC Championship,” Waldvogel said. So what is it? It’s not the pressure, it’s not the loss of their best player, it’s not the youth. If it’s the game, are they really going to change? If they don’t, maybe next time the lacrosse team will suffer another year ending in a heartbreaker.
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