Dec. 09, 1994 Issue 13 Loquitur

Senior garnished with honors.

Doug Eppler receives the Mother Ursula Award at the Senior Dinner on Friday, Dec. 2. in the mansion dining room. "I was really excited to be nominated," Tobias said. "I didn't even "I guess it was so great because it was my peers who had nominated "It's easy for me to give back to a school that has given me so much," Eppler said.

Find out who won the best of at the Award Banquet.

SPECIAL pg.7 Check out the story about life on a turkey farm. PERSONALSpg.5,8 See what festive messages your friends left in our holiday issue. SPORTS pg.16

Each year, motorcyclists from around the country contribute toys to The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for the upcoming holidays. Besides the every day plans that repeated admissionsto the hospital,as Children do not need that inflictedon alldaysotheycanhavequalityviewing Ritter's staffneed to chart on the medi- well as repeated admissionsto the out- them because we are all so invasive instead of Montel Williams and Sally cal record, creativity and public rela- patient department" enough. I hate them (the kids) to be Jessy Raphae~" Ritter said. tions play an important role in the Ritter said in additionto a budget, invaded emotionally,as well as physi- Childlifealsosuppliesactivitiesfor success of this department Plans for she has a special fund for donations. cally." the holidays.Rittersaidherdepartment gearing the department toward home Poets, tap dancers,guitaristsand sing- A movie listshows the diversity tries to fcx:uson all holidays because are on the horiz.on. ers line the entertainmentlist. availableforthechildrenandtheirfami- thereisawiderangeofpatients,andshe ''Well, I am taking a deep breath 'The clown Auntie Fay does not lies. The children have access to a does not want to be disrespectful or becausehospitals are taking such a big look like a typical white facedclown," closed-circuit1V in their rooms. The upset anyone. shiftnowadays,"Rittersaid."So much Rittersaid. "I do not even like clowns company,Swank,editsallnewfilmsso is happening on an outpatient basis. forthehospitalpopulationbecausemost thehospitalcanshowtopfilmsthrough- see more THERAPYon pg.4 Seventy percentof our childrenhave a children do not like them, and clowns out the year. "Outpatientpatientshave chronic disorder of sort, so they have are so gregarious and rambunctious. acontinualmixofvideosanditgoeson ·Week at a·Glance... Dec.9 to 15

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look at each child and adapts aprogram or curriculum to each child's need. "There is all kinds of bodily disfigurement," Rittersaid.'The loss of motor control becomes a real issue for us all when we arebospilaliz.ed,and particularly for children who have just made those developmentalgains." All the programs and curriculum are basod on education. Researchand feedback drives the child-lifespecialists to focus in on a child's needs and form a plan of care for that child. One aspect of the service inc(~es the connection with the commtlnity and brings healthykids into the hospital Thestaffreachesouttothecommunity. "We have two adopted schools," Ritter said, "and we provide programs for these children. It helps us in child life because we get to see normal kids and see what our kids are facing when they go into the real world." phocoby The Children'>Hoopi1alof Philadelphia

FRIDAY SATURDAYSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY t/9:30p.m. t/9a.m. Reading 113p.m.Christmas t,1"8a.m.Mass in v'6p.m. Christ- v'lOp.m.-WCGA, Mike Outlets Shopping Concert in the the chapel. mas dinner in the coffee, hot choco- EXAMSCrissen Concert. Trip. Chapel. v'6p.m. Decorat- caf. late, and snacks t,1"5-7p.m. Student ing Contest; available for "exam BEGINArt Exhibit in the judging the nourishments" in the Library. residence halls. caf during exam e19p.m.WOC/ week.

by Laura Testa staff writer This year's Mother Ursula Award will be presented at commencement to Douglas Eppler, Jr. The Mother Ursula Award is given to the senior who has best fulfilled the ideals of the college through academic achievement, participation in extracurricular activity and leadership and service to fellow classmates and the college. A $250 award will also be awarded to Eppler at commencement. Eppler was announced the winner of the award at the Senior Dinner on Friday, Dec. 2. Eppler was not even aware that he was a finalist until he was on his way to the dinner. The other two finalists. were Trish Schuler and Melissa Tobias. know I was a finalist until I walked in the door and people started congratulating me." Schuler also did not know she had been nominated until she walked in the door of the mansion the night of the dinner. "I was really surprised that I had been nominated," Schuler said. "I expected Melissa (Tobias) to win, because you just expect things from some people." Ballots were handed out at the dinner, where the final vote was made. "Both Doug and Trish are good peopl~," Tobias said. "I would have been happy to see either of them win." "It's a fantastic feeling to be given an award like this by my friends and classmates," Eppler said. me," Tobias said. Eppler is an English/ communications major with a 3.9 GPA. He has received the Alumni Scholarship award and been on the dean's list since 1991. He is also a member of the Honor Society. Eppler has received two commendations for the highest class average, two Mastronardi Service and Leadership awards, and department awards in communications at Cabrini. Eppler has been involved with WYBF-FM, Loquitur, Cabrini Theater, the 1mprov comedy troop, Kappa Sigma Omega, T.A.X.I., the yearbook, Campus Ministry, Comment magazine, the college and community chorus and the Spirit Day committee.

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'Play therapy' takes holiday twist by Regina MIiier arts & entertainmenteditor The vast atrium houses the hustle and bustle of every day life. People in streetclotheswear steth~. Little peoplewearpajamas. Awomansitting at a McDonald's bench feeds a child drapedwith a bib. The littlewheelchair fits securely under the table. The restaurant is situated in the path of the elevators. One sharp tum right directs visitors to the elevators ahead. Upstairson the fourthfloor,through a doorway that only skinny-tallpeople could pass comfortably, sits a very important person. She plans daily activities and purchases toys, gadgets, computers, tapes, electronic games, videos and plain-oldbooks. She seeks out diversion and fun for every single child-patient that walks through the front door. At the Children's Hospitalof Philadelphia. Director of Child-Life Services,FranRitter,awaitsthenextquestion: How can you poomblykeep all of these sick kids happy? Play therapy is the answer. Childlife servicesprovidesplay to kids of all ages. ''Mcschildrenre~develqxnentally while they are in the hospital setting." Ritter said. "The kids need consistency in their lives, they do not need surprisesand need to know what to expect" Child life takes a developmental Inside ...

AIDS is the most destructive disease today. When I saw Michael in January 1992, I did not even recognize him. He looked like a skeleton and was very weak and could barely walk. Two months later, he was confined to a wheelchair and was bedridden most of the time. Michael's life and his death have taught me a great deal. I learned to appreciate the simple things in life and to live each day to the fullest. His life has also forced me to become more aware of this terrible disease. During his last few months and after his death, I became very sensitive about discussing the issues of AIDS. For instance, there are often times when I have heard friends and others discussing this issue. They always say things like, "It's a gay disease. Aren't you afraid to know someone with it?" When I hear ignorant words like these, I try to explain to them that their statements are unreasonable. I tell them that people with AIDS are real people with real feelings. I never treated Michael any differently than the rest of my friends. Perhaps the worst part is when people become distant toward me because I have a friend who died of AIDS. They thought that just because I was friends with someone who had the disease, I had it too. Many people today in our society have a tendency to joke about or mock AIDS patients. I admit we would not be normal if we did not make jokes about what we fear. However, we have to remember that AIDS patients are people too. The have dreams and goals just like you and me. This new and mysterious disease took the world by storm in the '80s and is spreading rapidly through the '90s. Because of how rapidly this disease is progressing, people have not had the chance to really educate themselves. There are often times when people act ignorantly because they do not know how else to act. They are afraid or they just don't know enough about the epidemic yet. It is time for the public to wake up and start realizing what is going on. AIDS is not going to go away by itself. We have to educate ourselves the best way we can and stop trying to hide from this problem. Michael was someone very special to me and I will never change the way I feel about him or the disease in general. For Michael, I will continue to stand up for what I believe in. I.

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Three years ago, Michael finished a song entitled "This is My Time." The song dealt with the simple things in his life, such as a conversation, a walk in the rain and a tender touch. These are moments he loved so much. In the song, Michael says, "This is my time to do what I must do. This is the only time I have to hold until my time is through." On April 16, 1992, Michael lost his battle. That night, when my parents broke the news to me, I was shocked. I cried as if I would never stop. I just kept thinking of1he guy who sang my favorite Billy Joel songs or Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline" when I was a little girl. He was someone who had a great gift, on arder. I never really thought about AIDS until I learned Michael was diagnosed with this mysterious disease. I met him when I was 4 years old and he died when I was 17 years old. • During that time, I saw a guy who was very healthy. I looked at him like I looked at my family and friends. It was not until his last year when I saw him deteriorate more and more as the months passed by. I have seen people die of cancer and heart disease, but I have never seen anybody die of AIDS. This experience made me aware of what a terrible disease AIDS really is.

The new voice mail system is great as long as it works. Students have to wait for a purchase order in order to have their telephones fixed. Phones are vital to communication on this campus, and having a simple thing like a working phone fixed should not have to be a hassle.

The Ethnic Student Alliance Hawaiian party was a great idea. Although the disc jockey did not show up, the people who attended were good sports and supported ESA's efforts. They stayed and had a great time anyway. Congratulations to Doug Eppler for winning the Mother Cabrini Award. He was in the"Best of Broadway" at the Coffee House last weekend, which was really great! Eppler, accompanied by Neal Newman, Trudy Grayboys and Denise Whelan, performed from plays such as "Flowers for Algernon" and "Phantom of the Opera."

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Iupsand Downs (Q IT? As of December, FYI will no longer be published on paper. It will be distributed via AS400, the campus administrative computernetwork. However, the library, Rooyman's Center and Physical Plant do not have access to AS400.

Regardless of how early Santa Claus.made his first appearance at the local mall, the holiday season never seemed to arrive quick enough when we were young, did it? The patience we must have had as children, to endure those endless days of early December, sitting in the back of a classroom planning how each day of our vacation would be spent showing off all of our wonderful new toys to our jealous friends. Now, however, the holiday season hits many of us like a ton of bricks or better yet, a pile of snow. Where does the time go? As adults, we are so often wrapped up in the hectic rush from crowded shopping centers to busy malls in search of the perfect gift, that it is easy to forget the reason why so many of us cherish this holiday season. At the risk of sounding like a Hallmark Christmas card, the holidays should mean much more than long lines, lack of parking spaces and the rapid depletion of gift-purchasing funds. Rather, the season is a time to spend with our families, many of whom tend to be neglected in our own daily college routines. Thomas Jefferson once wrote, "The happiest moments of my life have been the few which I have passed at home in the bosom of my family." This holiday season, make the most of the few hours you are able to spend with the ones you love. It is these memories you will carry with you for the rest of your life.

Caroline Croley, A few years ago, someone I know was diagnosed with the AIDS disease. His name was Michael and he was 35 years .old. Michael was a singer and a song-writer who resided in Philadelphia with his wife, who was also a singer and a songwriter.

2 LOOUJTUR EDITORIAL

Editor In chief: Kelly McDonald Managing Editor: Caroline Croley Op-ed editor: Jane S. Van lngen News Editor: Christina Feehan Aaslstant News Editor: Angela Mattlonl Arts and Entertainment Editor: Regina MIiier Features Editor: Shella Brady Sports Editor: Celene Wright Copy Editor: Richard Jasper Manager: Karen Szczurek Photography Editor: Oawnlelle Klopp Assistant Photography Editor: Caroline Croley Photography Adviser: Dr. Carter Cralgle Adviser: Dr. Jerome Zurek Staff: Mary Burfete, Stephanie Caldwell, Kathy Cephas, Nicole Coleman, Matthew Craig. David DIMatteo, Patricia Foley, OJ Glaagow, Joanna Golesh, Allyson Hannigan, Lisa Hines, Amy Jackson, Andrea Kelliher, Jamie Latshaw, John Lindsay, Joe Marturano, Paul Marturano, Justin Mlrglianl, Bob McCartney, EllzabethMolloy, Donna Schaalfar, Richard Schepis, Kimberly Sheldron, Nina Sclarrotta, Laura Testa, Diane Wrobleski Photography Staff:Marla Barratt, Carolina Croley, James Gregory, Jamie Latshaw. Joe Marturano Advertising Oealgnera: Kathy Malone, Steve May Cartoonist: Kyle Simons Loquitur Is published weekly during the school year by students of Cabrini College, Radnor, PA 19087. Phone: 810-971-8412. Subscription price Is $25 per year and is Included In Iha benefits secured by tuition and student fees. Loqultur welcomes letters to the editor Letters should be signed and the authorship, known to the editors. However, if Iha writer wishes, and Iha editor agrees, the writer's name may be left off the letter upon publicallon and an Inscription Inserted such as ·name withheld at the requesl of the writer." Letters should be typed, double-spaced, and no more than 300 words In length. If a letter is too long for the avallabla space, the editor may edit or condense It. Letters to the editor should be submitted by noon on Mondays. The editorials and opinions published In Loqultur are the views of the student editorial staff and the Individual writers and not the entire student body or the faculty and administration. Loqultur is established as a forum for student expression and as a voice In the uninhibited, robust, free and open discussion of Issues.

livingrelebratedduringKwanzaa.They are: Umoja(unity),Kujichagulia(self-determination},Ujima(collectiveworkand responsibility),Ujamaa(cooperativeeconomics),Nia(pur~) Kuumba(creativity)and Imani (faith). Eachday of the festivalis dedicatedto one of thoseprinciples.

• "ThemysteryofGodisthemysteryoflove, and it is onlynaturalthatwe desireto be with thosewe love,"Cashmansaid "ltisanexcitingtime,"Marks-Goldsaid. "It is easyto get caughtup in thespirit."

A look at how we celebrate the holidays by Jane S. Van Jngen op-ed editor

JenniferMarks-Gold,the internationalstudent coordinator,said her daughterlightsthe menorahfor eight days. The family says a prayereveryday andexchangelittlegifts.The adults,accordingto Marks-Gold,get one gift, but herdaughtergetsone for eachof the eight days.Theyalsohavea big dinner. Heidi Levine.the directorof counseling services,celebratesbothHanukkahandChristmas becauseher husbandis not Jewish.As a child,herfamilywasassimilatedandwasnotan observantJewishfamily. "Currently, I havea menorahand lightit," Levinesaid ''Duringoneof thedays,we have a traditionalEasternEuropeanmeal,whichin my familyincludespotatopancakes."

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Accordingto Levine,Hanukkahis one of themanywintersolsticecelebrationswhichare aboutlightcomingbackintotheworldin a time ofdarkness.auistmas isalsoasolsticeholiday, accordingto Levine,and the ideaof reaching light in the deep of darknessis a powerful symbol.

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FranRivers,afirst-yearstudent,iscelebrating Kwanzaathisyearwithher boyfriend. ''We are goingto lightsevencandles,one for eachday.We are alsogoingto havea big feast," Riverssaid There are seven guidelinesfor year-round and co- dependencyusuallyequatedwith the word"cult,"ratherthanmainstreamgroups.Cults, it seems,areno respecterof boundaries. But thereis anotherreasonthatthe cultquestion is important,especiallyat a time when religion'sroleisbeingreconsideredatCabriniAt present,culticandauthoritarianformsof religion areresurgentintheUnitedStatesandworldwide. Calls for the restorationof religion,or talk aboutGod to a privilegedposition,can openthe doorto fundamentalistor traditionalistreactions, optionsthatareoftenattractiveto youngadultsin searchof answers. On theotherhand,we needto be carefulthat our ownjustifiablewarinessaboutreligion,and fundamentalagendas,doesnotallowthereligion questionto be cast solelyin authoritarianterms. The "educationof the heart,"our Cabrinian legacyofGod,religionandvalues,isa traditionof serviceand outreach.But, it is alsoa traditionof teaching,learningandintellectualexcellenre,the headof ourlegacy.

For some students,Christmasis celebrated differentlybecausethey are internationalstudents. RenataBaranowska,a junior,is fromPoland andisstudyingabroad.Thistimeofyearisspecial forherbecauseshesaidit is theonlytimeshegets to see her family. "We all have a big dinner and go through pictllre$,"Baranowskasaid. "We remember thing.5thatwe did together,and how we looked when we were younger.A lot of peoplein my familyaredying,andwe lookat themto remember them."

DanielaPondeva,a senior,is fromBulgaria, whereChristmashasonlyrecentlybeenallowed to be celebrated becauseof the fall of the Iron Curtain.Pondevaislivingwitha familyhere,but doesnot reallyenjoythe holidayssincesheonly understandsitin theory.Pondevasaidsheprefers NewYear's Eve. ''You are not supposedto be religiousin a Communistcountry,"Pondevasaid. ''Nonethe1~ therearesometraditionsthere.Boysandmen go fromhouseto houseandsingsong.5.Theyare givenfoodand othergoodiesin return." NadegeBrutus,a first-yearstudent,is originallyfromHaiti Accordingto Brutus,Otristmas is verysimilarexceptthereis lessof an emphasis on gift givingin Haiti. ''Wegoto church,andinmyoountry,we have a gatheringof the family on ChristmasEve," Brutussaid "In Haiti,peoplegive gifts to nonfamilymembers." Brutussaidthereis moreto see in the United States and the decorationsare beautiful.HowIt operatesnotjustindestructivecultslikethe BranchDavidians,but also in bible-believing evangelicaland fundamentalistchurches,charismaticCatholicfellowships,new agecommunitiesand HasidicJewishsects. It is also true for fundamentalistIslamic groups,as wellas the "secular"associationsof like-mindedindividuals. This is not to say that membersof these groupsarecultists.But,thesegroupscannotbe • excludedwhen one searchesfor the sourceof "cult'' dynamics. Inmypresentation, I discussedseveralcomponentsof this syndromewhich can provide youngadultswithawaytodetenninethepotential dangerin any religiousgroup. This is in contrastto Dr. Primiano'ssuggestionthatthere is no way to criticizeor assessthelegitimacyof religiousgroups,if thisis in factwhathisquote means. I didnot defineparticular"cults."I offereda toolto assessthedegreeof dysfunction,abuse Spring Break '95 Spring Break '95 "' 0\ IGhClfflCIS ~y,\t\P Ol')q rJJ _, (~l~:)J Round Trip Air Fan ufAO t:1:1 Sev,n (7) nights /odflln11at choice Welcome parry With complimentary Island NVenge. \" BNt:h pant-,FREE (004 FREE drtnb and mon. ~. Exr:tuslv• FREE or discount«/ admission to N u's hottHt clubs. pi;'" Plus much, much, morel ever,accordingto Brutus,Christmasis also too commercializ.edhere and no one knows what Christmasreallymeansanymore. In LatinAmericaon Ouistmas Eve, acx::ording to tradition,people stroll along the streets, wherevendorsofferfruitsandrefreshments.The musicof guitars,castanetsandgourdsfill theair. Thedayforexchanginggiftsisnot Christmasbut Jan.6, whichis ThreeKing.5Day. BrendaOrtiz,ajunior,isPuertoRicanandisa firstgenerationAmerican.Herfamilycelebrates Christmasas wellas ThreeKing.5Day. The three king.5were the wise men who broughtgiftsto Jesuson a camel.In PuertoRico, childrencollectgrassin a boxandleaveit for the camel,insteadof leavingcookiesand milk for Santa.Accordingto Ortiz,in additionto getting giftsonChristmas,shegetspresentsunderherbed onJan.6. ''Both are very religiousholidayswherewe relebratethe birthof Ouist the Savior,whichis mostimportant,"Ortizsaid."Butit is alsoa time wheremy wholefamilygetstogether."

Aroundtheworld,Decemberisafestiveand holy time. For many at Cabrini,Christmasis celebratedby goingtoMidnightMass,decoratingCluistmastrees,gettingtogetherwith faro. ily and exchanginggifts.For others,they light the menorahor celebratethe traditionsof their country. Chris Nolan, a first-yearstudent,said he enjoysbavingdinnerwithhisfamily,becauseit is not everydayhe gets to see his relatives. AccordingtoNolan,healsoenjoysgivinggifts. ''It is goodto makepeoplehappyandto see themwith a smileon theirface,"Nolansaid. Dennis Faulkner,the Cabrinivan driver, saidhe celebratesCluistmasby goingclownto Floridatomthisfather.AccordingtoFaulkner, he enjoysgoingdowntherebecauseit iswarm. ''I like the changeof pace at Christmas," Faulknersaid Everyoneis on a high.Although it has become a little too rommercializ.ed, everythingis nicelydecorated,"Faulknersaid. Schuman,a junior, in addition.to goingtoMass,alwayshasamangersceneonthe Christmastree. ''IenjoyOuistmasbecauseitistheonlytime of the yearwhenevery011eseemsfriendlyand happy."Schumansaid ScottDorsey, the multi-culturalcoordinator,hasabigfamilyandsaidheishappyifhecan just bewiththem.Everyyear,theygettogether and share. "Christmasisacelebrationoflife,givingand beingwithfamily,"Dorseysaid.''It is a signof loveand appreciation." TheRev.AmbroseCashman,campuschaplain,getsinvolvedwiththeOuistmaseventson campus.However, he said it is difficultfor studentsto celebratethe events becauseit is exam time.CashmancelebratesOtristmasby 1tette,n.·:,•; : , .1 Lecturer clarifies position To theeditor: First of all, I would like to thank Richard Schepisfor coveringmy presentationon cultsin the Dec.2 issue. By no meansdo I considermyselfa "religion expert." I am merely a lay person who has reflecteddeeplyand criticallyon my personal experiencewith the cult-likeaspectsof "bomagain"fundamentalistandevangelicalChristianity,parochialCatholicismandnew-agespirituality. It is this experiencethat I brought to my discussionof cults,underscoringwhat was not broughtout in the article:there is a "cult-like" dynamicpresencein most, if not all, religious groups. I callit the''totalisticsyndrome,"drawingon thework of RobertJay Liftonand others.

As onewhofavorsa centralplaceforreligion in thelifeof anycommunity, I amoptimisticthat the membersof thiscommunitycan renewreligiousinquiryinawaythatdoesnotequatereligion withChristianity. In my opinion,this is a timefor returningto foundationalquestionsof meaningand values froma religiousperspective.Thereisnowayback to the religionof thepast,Christianor otherwise. We arein a newageofglobaldiscourseon all levelsof culture.Onlya diverse,pluralistic"religion"can assistus all in respondingto the common global challengesthat energizeour lives together.

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Accordingto Ortiz,Christmasis somewhat commercializ.ed,but individualshaveto makeit lesscommercializedfor themselves. "Givinggiftsis nottheideaof Christmas.It is somethingthat shouldbe done only out of the heart,not somethingthat is done out of obligation,"Ortizsaid ManyAfrican-AmericanscelebrateKwamaa, a colorfulAfrican-Americancelebrationof fam. ily,communityandculture. "Kwanz.aahappensafterChristmas,fromDec. 26 to New Year's Day. It is a celebrationof African-Americanheritage,"Dorseysaid"Itdoes notnecessarilycelebrateOuistian spirituality."

gettingtogetherwithhis familyandhavinga big dinner. ''I think that Ouistmas is such a personal thing,"Cashmansaid."Familyis importantthis timeofyearbecauseGodbecomeshumanthrough Jesusand invitesus to followhim. It liftsus up, invitesus to sharein thedivineandsanctifiesour humanity."

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On Decembernights, one can see small flickeringcandles set in an eight branched menorahthroughthewindow.This is used to holdtheeightHanukkahcandlesandproclairns a miracleof redemptionperformedlongagoat thatseason.

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4 moreTHERAPY from 1 A Hanukkah celebration, with menorahs, dradles, music and dancing was used to educate the patients, as well as a means of holiday entertainment. After Christmas, Kwanzaa is celebrated and taught by a group called Duinsity. Christmas Eve brings the most paparazzi, with the hospital president leading the parade of motorcyclists from Penn's Landing down Walnut Street to the hospital. A celebration follows in the Civic Center, with outpatients, staff and bikers. "Every year it gets bigger and bigger," Ritter said. "Last year we had 20,000 bikers. Eyerybody who had a motorcycle in the tristate area and beyond came. It was amazing how orderly it was. We were all patting each other on the back, me and my biker guys." Ritter said last year a recently-discharged patient, who suffered from seizures, came to the event. She had just been discharged that morning. Her mother brought her back. ''When the bikers came her eyes opened up," Ritter said. "She was alert and smiling, and I said, 'Ah, I'll stop complaining. I'll stop.'"

Ritter said they usually end up with approximately 175 kids on Christmas Eve, although they try to send home as many as possible. After the gifts are delivered by the bikers, they go into a private locked dining room, and the nurses and child-life specialistscome down and pick out toys for their patients on Christmas Eve. "Each child gets four, five or six nice gifts and stockings full of stuff," Ritter said. "That morning, they awaken to find their gifts and Santa comes around for a visit." Do some parents stay home? "That is often the case," Ritter said. "We are using volunteers a great deal," Ritter said. Ritter welcomes volunteers as long as they give a commitment. "This is not a one-shot deal," Ritter said. 'That on!y works against our families and our children." There is an interview conducted by the volunteer office, and a history of immunizations is needed. Child-life specialists have graduate or undergraduate degrees in child behavior and development, psychology and special education. Philadelphia school teachers are employed in the department and have worked with special-needs children, as well as nonnal children. 'The families are our biggest fans," Ritter said. "We have a core of family faculty." The family faculty are parents of sick children who have a lot of experience with coming to the hospital. They have become a group of consultantswho are involved in new employee orientation. '11is so beneficial and something hospitals should have been doing years and years ago," Ritter said.

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Dorsey also said he did not want people to get the seivice confused with Mass, because said. Accord mg to Dorsey, people are free to assistant news editor in an attempt to solve the problem, SGAfonned pray however they want. a programming board. This board consists of Dorsey said because all faiths are in- Th~StudentGovemmentAssociationmade threestudentsfromeachclasswhosejobitisto eluded, the service tends to focus on minori- some fundamental changes in its infrastructure plan social activities for the school. This ties. over the last semester and more changes are in leaves the politics and decision making to the Jane Van Ingen, a junior, was one of the the works for the future, including the drafting class officers. students who attended the service. Accord- of an entirely new constitution. Anotherdifficulty SGA has made an ating to Van Ingen, she has always been inter- Thepresidentoftheseniorclasslastsemes- tempt to deal with is that students know little ested in minorities. "I'm not re allY a reli- ter, Tricia Daley, sent out a letter to all students about whatSGA does or who does it. SGA will gious person, but I'm a spiritual person," to infonn them that the executive board of nowsendoutnewslettersfromboththestudent Van lngen said. SGA was being dissolved due to lack of stu- council and the executive board to all students. Dorsey said that the International Club dent interest and lack of organization. Sophomore student-activities officer John and the Ethnic Student Alliance are going to Anotlier difficulty that has been a constant Lindsay said SGA wants to let students know work together to help with future services, problem for SGA, according to Marianne what they are doing, what they have already and contribute new ideas to Interfaith. Al- DeFruscio, the adviser to SGA, is its constitu- accomplished and what they are going to do though future plans are uncertain, according tion. DeFruscio said the two most prevalent next. to Dorsey, he plans to have at least one problemsarethattheconstitutionhasnoclearly DeFruscio said the one thing she heard setv ice each month. "We're going to take stated job description for the student leaders constantly from students was that the problem things one st ep at a time." and there are too many restrictions as to who with SGA in the past has been apathy and a can~~hf~~:~r::~\f a new constitution, ;;i~e:~ 1 e1::!1s 0 ~f;t::~~~:~e~x~~n:: devastated ~f students will deal with less restrictions and kind of power SGA holds, as well as the kind desttoyingfarmland,brl~ therefore, SGAhopes there will be more par- of influence they have, maybe they would be f, efflew,itspath. 1 ticipation and more student interest. more interested. at 1east'.32people on N<w.6, A WJlvt;n\ofSt, ~~to lbe,l"~ theload officials The next fundamental change will be the With the drafting of the new constitution, Franc~{abrim'$~~~y~leaving, '.said24inqiesof~fellintwo-and:aJialfdays reinstitution of the executive board. With the DeFruscio said she hopes that students who ~Qmtjm-~seeking~ f ,~ :inSOllle~ 11:te,tlasb~oodsfefbpads.Qfthe huge voter turn out and the oveiwhelming hold office will be trained for their positions ~ltwasa temI,Je an~~nµn L·townof~30-~of'Tw:in, undernine amount of interest in the first-year student and will be given a better structure to work by ·f9ld~~umnewsapl<-")i,1ANS+,.,~· •~of • • • :, f,, ·• ·... \ elections, DeFruscio sent out letters to all the to aid them in holding the office. f4l0:Ibe~ Y~:r~ we : " ;, a.~~or.~, first-year students. She also invited all those Lindsaysaidhehopesthenewconstitution walkedp1f~~W~~;'t,, 1 ;<, 110 lf».~Werefhe}~iOJStro; students who ran for office in the first-year andthemeetingswillsparkevenmoreinterest ' 'lbe~;whi¢1\.hit~ of~~ ' • • 1~3. t , student elections to participate in the rewriting from students. and. • ~~l¥~ot' • ~* ;The~vbt=~~tnu~desin of the constitution and to possibly run for the Lindsay said, "It frustrates me when stumoot • • • ltaly, t 1lf':tlood.<t , *tiguriaand~~floodedwitbdirty positions on the executive board. dents come to me with changes that they want , ~~lipesang • i ~pt~;,. • •.·. 1 , , ,r ,1 She also said she set up a table at the club made, and I can't do anything about it." i(' ••.. ·_the·~\~ ;,,+ JI i; ;v-a1:~~ito fhe~,aq<f1N~les'and fair for students interested in the executive Lindsaysaidalthoughstudentsarealways •. ,~$11Ved·~f9llt~ git.ifrom ~~jhe1iQUthalso~ board and SGA to sign up. About 20 students voicing opinions about changes that they want ,~; a duee.stoty house,;.Vlfijcbr, $eyilraj call~ off a responded. made, they lack organization. ~~t<)a~lidein~Jownof~ 1 ~bv~•'WbichW~scheduledfot, Unfortunately,thefirsttwomeetingshadto There are certain channels that requests (,Jinem,a.,Jhe'dlil~'haq~sbe!teierl {,~iNciv~ ~,ii! to jointhe more be canceled due to the fact that DeFruscio need move through. therefuru~~by~&Mbo4Y¢'~29- tbaitZOOOmcuewl)J{(etswho~caUedout called in an outside consultant to help the • Lindsay said, "Bob Bonfiglio (vice presiyc,ar.:otd.tJiother. • ' , 1 • 1 n>l»l(>, t' fr ' t '. , .• ' , r ' t students during their meetings, and he can- ·dent for student development) tries to make lnooe Pie4mon~town,~ • fi Jq 1'966faQoodinnorthenlltalyi:famaged or' celed on her during the last minute each time. students aware that when they make formal 15~2~1ried to~tfletloodl,y ffll}lb~ :~ed ~y pricdes.sworks.of art kept During the third attempt, he finally came, proposals and go through SGA, their requests 1<>-lhttopofthdr~ Toef~1'terrescued ~the~ Uffizi Ga.liedin~- but the number of students had dwindled down are taken more seriously." by;peoplein IQl, b,c)at,lmtme sisters, ~~tin were,kilJedby that to six. The consultant, Dominic Macri, who DeFruscio said she and SGA hope to have druwned~yaft«whena~hitthebQat; t flQod,~ • ·• • ofl~~okihedtlu.uugb• aidsseveralstudentgovernmentsintheirorga- the new constitution drafted and ready for ~ttwe,: , , ., <outltf}yl) ,, , 1 'il,} nization, was a great help, according to presentationtothestudentbodytobevotedon , c,taia~ Jbc~·, '.J'¥ • caused cfimage in DeFruscio. in time for the spring elections. OlonLci,heatdof •·• of andSpain. DeFruscio said she feels that SGA is needed. She also stressed that the meetings are open ~e~ptY aimt~figltt:;. yi an ajtport,,. "There's no venue for students to voice opin- to the entire student body. The more students that~ 1 • ~mg:Varalk.;1'1~$1p • •• •'parlwigga; ions," she said. who get involved, the better it will be. • , ~~.a t to dostI , , Yet another problem SGA was dealing "It will make it a strongerrepresentation of " w .....__..._...... l'. ' , • , t ,:, with was that students believed all SGA did the whole student body," she said.

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Love, Hollie Merry Christmas to my best friend and roommate, Frank--you better get me something good for Christmas-Love, Hollie Ho!Ho!Ho! Bad girls and Merry Christmas TREND. Love, D. Merry Christmas, Kathy! With all my love, Kenny.

• To Kelly, Dawn, Denise, Angela, and all my girls in 106. Have a great Xmas. Heather, Katie, John, andAnthony, I didn't forget ya. • Doug, you neither. Happy holidays to all. Peace, Love, Dope. Sincerely, Kevin Eppler.

I'd like to wish avery Merry Christmas to my two roommates, Stephanie & Trish. I'd also like else in DA'HOOD a Merry Christmas. Love, Milena Dear Carter, Thank you for being my inspiration, and for being so generous with your time, knowledge, and praise. You have taught me much more than just what is in the book. Love, Sheila DiBrady Angela, I'm glad we became such good friends! or should I say best friends! Thanks for being there for me. Merry Xmas and have a great New Year! Don't do anything I wouldn't. Love, Bridget. Billy, looks like you'll have to shower alone for a whole month your secret admirer Kathy, Kermit, Grumpy·, Loser, etc. Culberson Merry Christmas & Happy New Year, roomie! Miss you second semester. I'll be back PILGRIM. Friends and roommates forever. Love, Garfield To everybody: Hollie, Kathleen, Stephanie, Christina, Kristine, Stacy, Milena, Eboni, Lakomesha, Lauren, the whole floor! Happy Holly Days! Love, Angela Adam, Christmasmay not beyour hohday, but I just wanted to send you in a message, Happy Holidaysto my best friend and my one and only love. Yours Forever,Angela Terri Thanks for being a great roommate and friend.I don't know what I would do w/out you. MerryXmas!Love,Kelll To Billy Bono, Merry Christmas to the best brother ever! Thanks for always being there for me. I know Santa will bring you everything you ask for. I love you. Love your favorite sister, Steph I want towish a very Merry Chnsfmas to Big Nie, Laura, Paula, Kristie, Joanna, Chris, Dawn, Maria, Kenny, Eric, Michael, Joe, Don, Frank, Smiles, Camp, Dom, Darren, Joey M., Christina, Kathy, Monica, Melissa, Maureen, and Michele. Have a great Christmas break, Love, Denise. To all the girls in XUN, you're the best. Happy holidays. Love, Jen To the 240s and 210s: Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a drunk New Year. Thanks for being the best of friends. Don't ever forget the good times (and those to come).

Friday, Dec. 9, 1994 SPECIAL 5 Loquitur Holiday Personals

Love, Anne and Tracy Billy, Dan, John, J eff,and all our other friendsHave a Merry Christmas and a great New Year. Thanks for all the good times. Love Anne&Tracy Happy Holidays to my very best friends in the Xavier 210 and 240 quads. To my roommate Christina-thanks for everything! To Terri-thanks for a great summer. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! To KatinaHeather, My microlab partner, Kelly, and chemlab partner, Mindy. Thanks to everyone this semester. I couldn't have made it through without you guys. Love Kristen. Merry Christmas to the 240s and 210s! Meredith, Kristen G., Sue,Anne, Tracy, Dana, Kristin B., Christina, Kristen S., Terri and Kelly.· Love, Karen and Patty Merry Christmas to the girls in the houses! Katina Heather Steph and Jana. Love Karen and Patty Shawny Mac, How can we be lovers if we can't be friends! Sorry about every thing, You're still my Mac Daddy! Love ya Karen To Celene and Kyle, We hope you are happy together! Love Christina, and Kelly Shawn, Billy, Joe and Rob--Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Maybe next semester you will hike down to Xavier and visit us. Your friends always Patty and Karen Shawn, Deep down inside you know I want and need you, but I can't let lose of my wooby So let's give them something to talk about. Meet you at the top of the Empire State Building on Valentine's Day. You're my Mac Daddy Q-T Merry Christmas to Bill Frank, Chris, Diane, Adam, Steph and Sin-D. I would also like to send a special Christmas greeting to my babe Beth. Oh yeah, and of course to Stein, Happy Hanukkah! To all you boys and gals, Be safe over break and most of all get lumped up. Love Kruk. Bob MacCartney Thanks for making all of my wishes come true. This Christmas, is even more special because I'm with you. Hugs and Kisses. Love you always, Jenn Jen, nine months and our first X-mas; setting all )<indsof records. Love you forever, Bob To Bridget, Angela, Caroline, Anne, Amy, Kirsten, Hollie, Kathleen, Tara, Phyllis, Allyson, Stephanie, Sue and Lauren. I wish you a merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of my Best Friends in the whole wide world. To Celene: Merry Christmas and Happy New year to my Good Buddy llmore to go Love Sheila. P.S. Sorry about the personal from Charles. Steph and Bridgid Merry Christmas girlfriends. I hope jolly old St. Nick is good to you two. Thanks for being great friends. I love you both! Love Jen To Brigid Have a Merry Christmas, have fun and help me define the meaning the meaning of"Friends" Ha-Ha To Jean Have a merry Christmas and a Happy New Yearw/ John. To PMDawn I'll be thinking of you. Love Stephanie Angela, Marybeth and the Buzz man- If it wasn't for our stressful sessions in the library (exams and system) and our soap watching afternoons, I would have been really "bored" Love, Bridgid Jean and Steff- I would like to thank you both for everything you have done for me. You both have been there for me during the good times and the bad. I love you both. Love Bridgid To the babes of the Marquis Merry Christmas roomies! Well, we've looked at each other almost every day for a year and a half, and we're still alive! That must say something. I love the two of you, and wish you the best of luck & happiness in '95 ! Love, Joelle To the girls of House 6 room 9 Merry Christmas. l can't wait for New Years. Never forget all the times we've shared, good and bad and many more to come. You are the best friends anyone could ask for. (You know me always the mushy one) I love you guys. Danielle- P.S. '95 can't wait it is going to be the best year yet. To: Faculty Secretaries Thank you all for your helpfulness and kindness. We wish you the happiest of holidays. Rick I love you! Merry Christmas I'll be coming home. Kelly To the 140 Quad Debbie, Niki, K, Hummel, Erin, Mandi, Dawn & Erin B! I hope you guys have a great holidayl You guys are the best! I hope the New Year brings us a lot more fun! Merry Christmas! I love you guys! Kelly! Merry Christmas to all my boys in Xavier Nate, Far'd, Malik, John, Felix, Victor, Jeff (whe~e are you), Ray, Ty, and Paul. Luv, Celene To Melanie La: I hope you have an awesome Christmas and a Happy New Year. We had a great 1995, let's have an even better 1996. Thanks for everything! I love you guys! Love always, Nicole (Crooked) To my roommates from last year, the infamous 140 quad of '93-'94, the Lax team, Kevin, Meg, my 3 Jens, Jane Rose, Angela. Donna,JohnJoe,andBeth(Roommate)Don't get arrested! I love you all! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Love Denise Geek- What can I say to my best roommate? I wouldn't be here if it weren't for you! Thanks for everything. Merry Xmas! I love you! Denise .,,,. -~--.--) :P:bUnih,J:ph:ill n1b111'.t1i1 :1111n!lf ( 'ffHh 2 dUilnll t '.I ts <I ). ) / Convenient to many area universities \ and colleges, walk to public .• ' , transprotation, good opportunity for , ':; •• students. • •• • Desiresevening and weekend help. • Private entrance bedroom & bath- ) roomavailable,nonsmokeronly.Call ,..._8pm 10pm 610; 66()..0597. .../::. • ', • "},f' • __.,-.. • I .I

To the girls in 240 & 210, Denise, Nicole, Katina, Heather, and all the guys, my won• derful roommate: Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year's. Hopefully the weather won't keep us apart. Love you all, Christina. Dear George: Even though we won't be in Florida, we'll make it the best Christmas ever! I love you and I'm so happy we'll be bringing in another new year together Christina. Karey, Becky, Nina, Matt: Will one of you ask for a car for Christmas? My dogs are barking. Merry Christmas, Dawnielle. Hey Lieutenant, You are beautiful! I love OU. House 6 girls: It has been a great year so far, I know our last semester will be the best! Merry Christmas! Love Kristin. Babe, we started out as best friends, and since then we have shared many special memories. Although we have become much more, you will always be my best friend. I love you, Merry Christmas. Love, Kristin. Merry Christmas to Celene, Anne, Nina, Amy, Melanie, Melissa, Rich, Eric, Katie, Melissa and everyone in HOUSE 7. Have fun and be safe! Love, Jackie. To my favorite sports editor, Celene, who always greets me with a smile. --Jerry Zurek Jerry Zurek, Thanks for sending the rest ofus a personal...Love, Christina, Kelly and Sheila. Sheila, We've shared tears and laughter, thanks for always being my friend even though I bitch too much. Love, Taco Bell Peace and Love to all at Cabrini. May you all bask in the blessings of the season. Peace and Joy--Campus Ministry, Father Ambrose Mindy, Thanks for putting up with all of my s--t. Merry Christmas. I love you, Lindo Fat House 7: Merry Christmas. I love you all, Lindo. To everyone on the WYBF staff: Have a cool yule and frantic first! Love, D.J. To Chantasasawat--You're the best roommate in the world. Thanks for being a great friend. Love, D.J. To Flo in the Foodcourt: You're the best! Have a very Merry Christmas-you deserve it mama. Love, D.J. To Dr. Primiano, Religion in my life hasn't been the same since you've taught me to open my mind. Thank you, enjoy the holidays ahead. Love, D.J. Brenda, What will we do without each other to say, "What?" "Nothing" "What?" "Nothing." I'll miss you Mango! Love, D.J. Oh hello there Jen, Jill, Amy, Kris, Peg, Kim, Abs, Merz, Meg, Caroline, Jenne! Happy Christmas. You guys R the best! It's so hard to say goodbye to yesterday! ! Thanks for the laughter you gave me throughout the years. Love, McQ Dear Katina, Heather, and Michelle, The cutest triple I know. Merry Christmas. Love, Sheila Merry Christmas Roommate (Denise), Megan and Kevin! I love you guys, Love, Beth. To my one and only loser: Falling in love with you is my dream come true and has m~de this Christmas the best Christmas ever. Love always, Snuggles. I love you John Lindsay! From Open House, Orientation,CollegeSu~ Our OC days and Co-facilitatingdays,You havealwaysbeen there forme. Youareatruefriend,Thanks. Love,Beth. Merry Christmas to Carter, Paul, and my entire college success class. Each and everyone of you bring a smile to face and happiness to my life. I love you all. Beth Loquitur Staff, Thanks for making me feel welcome. Thanks for the advice. Christina,. thanks for all the help. Love, Angela. Kelly, what would we do ifwe really learned something at Leadership Camp? Well, I learned what flavors Dairy Queen has to offer Love you, Christina Hey pro-volleyball man, you know who you are! Good luck in the upcoming season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Love Denise and Lori. I just want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!! Especially the first floorof Woodcrest, Sis, Nancy, Gail, Steph, Durso, the 140 quad, and my roommates, Heather and Donna.

To my wonderful roommates: I love you guys very much and I hope you both have a very Merry Christmas! I hope you were "good little girls" this year! Love, Hebs Bridget: Have a great holiday and relax, you deserve it. I am so glad we have become so close. I wish you a Merry Christmas and a pass-out New Year! Love, Angela Merry Christmas to my roommate Stephanie Bono--1 love you to death (even on your cocky day!) and happy holidays and birthday to little Stephanie. May Santa be good to you.

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photo by CatOWl8Croley Dr. Antoinette Iadarola, college president, looks on as first-year student Joe Chow.fights his candle with the help of Susan Kazmierczak, direct of human resources.

photoby Caroline Croley Dr. Leonard Primiano, assistant professor of religion and master of ceremonies, explains the tradition of the Yule Log to the many participants at the 1994 Yule Log Ceremony. Mr. Hedtke, assistant professor of history and political science, and his family, attend the 1994 Yule Log Festivities. Hedtke and his family have been attending~ Yore Log Fesm1ties for~. last 21 years.

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left: Sophomore Tamara Fennell and her family sing Christmas carols in the mansion. Right: Dr. Robert Bonfiglio vice president of student development, and his son William join in the singing of some familiar Christmas carols.

photo by Marie Barrett Cathy Yungmann, assistant professor of communication, listens to the chorus with her son Carl.

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photo by DawnleHeKlopp

lnterview·with a Santa by Matt Craig staff writer she interviewed the perspective applicants, she was looking fot all these qualifications and one more in particular-patience. She was looking for the perfect Santa. eyed and act as if they know me better than their own parents," Santa said. photo by DawnlelleKlopp The children yell from across the mall, "HI SANTA!" Santa gives them a quick wink and continues hearing the requests of young kids. She found St. Nick in the guise of Lorenski, a mild-mannered security guard who, in the offseason, patrols the King of Prussia Mall in search of wrongdoers. He remembered a child the other day who refused to leave his lap. "His mother was practically peeling her son's hands off my suit," Santa said. Carrie Warner,6, tells Santa exactlywhatshe wants for Christmas.

by Mary Burtete staff writer Senior Margaret Prout was born and raised on a 150-acre farm in Boyertown, Pa., and has lived there all of her life. She comes from a family of farmers, who include her parents, grandparents, two brothers and one sister. With Thanksgiving just passing and Christmas quickly approaching, the Prout farm is in the midst of its busiest time of the year. The family owns four farms all within a five-minute radius of each other, along with the Pottstown Farmer's Market and a summer vegetable stand. Two of the farms are strictly agricultural, where they grow a variety of vegetables including com, tomatoes, and carrots, to name a few. The other two farms, one of which Prout lives on, consists of pigs, sheep, ducks, chickens, geese and most importantly for the holidays, turkeys. Five days before Thanksgiving, the farm began to prepare fulfilling their orders of approximately 350 turkeys. They must also ha\Ceenough extras for those who do not order their fresh turkeys before hand, but wish to purchase one at the market. The customers who do order them may pick them up at the market or go directly to the farm. per pound, and due to the flavor of a fresh turkey, this price is a steal. The business is strictly run by family who include aunts, uncles and cousins as well as Prout's immediate family. They all work together during this busy season, rising at 4 a.m. and working throughout the day. Prout knows the butchering process and has been doing it since she was eight years old. The butcher shop is located on the major farm where her grandmother lives, and she spends a lot of time there helping out. Before Thanksgiving, Prout had to miss classes in order to be at home where she was needed to help fulfill the orders. "Try explaining that one to your professors," Prout said. Seven days a week, 365 days a year, Prout's parents are up before many of us are even in bed, to set out for a long day's work. All of the poultry products are sold through the Farmer's Market, which is open only on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. So, it is important that all of the orders are filled in order to be prepared for the weekends. "Turkeys are not the major aspect of the farm, except at Thanksgiving," Prout said. Christmas is a busy time as well, yet not everyone eats turkey on Christmas like they do on Thanksgiving.

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This Santa, Steve Lorenski, is not the first member of his family to hear these words. Lorenski is a second-generation Santa. His father had been Santa for six years, but a recent heart attack sidelined his father. So, Steve Lorenski stepped in to fill the shoes of Santa. "My father did not feel up to it this year, so I decided to carry on the tradition," Lorenski said. Michelle Rowan, photo manager for Lore} Marketing, looked over a long list of applications. She needed a man who would be good with kids jolly, perhaps a bit on the plump side and able to laugh in spite of himself. When Lorenski is a rookie when it comes to being a Santa. On this, his fourth day as the jolly old elf, he has had many experiences to draw from. He has had both naughty and nice kids to play "Santa" for. "At first I was nervous, now I just relax, the kids are great fun," Lorenski said. "Usually the children are good, but I'm no stranger to kicking, screaming, crying and the occasional 'accident'," he said. But Santa also explained that this is rare. "Usually the kids are wide When asked where he got the suit, he quickly replied in a typical St. Nick manner, "Mrs. Claus made it for me." Santa said the homegrown beard can get a little itchy at times but "its just part of being Santa." Santa said his job is "mostly a lot of fun." So far, the girls all want Barbie and the boys want the Power Rangers, he said. "You have to listen closely, the kids mumble sometimes and this makes it difficult to hear what they said," Santa said. "And more importantly, the parents can't hear what their kids want." "I usually look at the parents to make sure they heard the requests of their children," Santa said "Most of the time I repeat it to make sure morn and dad hear." These are only a few tricks of the trade that Santa employs to grant wishes for Christmas. "I always have a candy cane and a teddy bear within reach," Santa said. "I also don't talk a lot, I don't have the most Santalike voice." "Santa" Lorenski works at the mall during the day as a security guard. When his shift is over, he suits up and prepares for a long night of playing the most popular man this time of year. On this particular day, he went about hearing the wishes of the young and old. Three hesitant children slowly approached and finally sat on Santa's lap after prodding from their parents. In addition to hearing their wishes, he carefully got the kids in position for a quick photo. As they walked away they turned to Santa and said, "See you soon, Santa." Santa replied, "HO, HO, HO, Merry Christmas!"

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Kathleen Byrne tries to coax her daughter, Greta, onto St. Nick's lap at the King of Prussia Mall.

Prout has never lived any other life-style and she loves the knowledge she has at being a successful farmer. This is not, however; the career she wishes to hold for the rest of her life. After graduation, she plans to move back to the farm but begin her search for a job in the field of English and communications. Farming is a part of her life forever and when she does enter the working world, she said she feels she will still be an important asset in helping her family's business for a long time to come. Prout entered Cabrini as a first-year student, and after three-and-a-half-years, she said she feels just as at home here as she does on the farm. She carries 19.5 credits and baby-sits in her free time, which does not allow her to go home as often as she would like. Yet when she does, she is put right to work with no argument. "What dad says goes," Prout said. "And he puts us right to work." With Christmas break only days away, most of the students will go home to spend time with family and friends. This is work time for Prout. "While everyone is on vacation, I'll be working on the farm," Prout said. "This is not vacation time for me." Her devotion to her family and its business is quite strong and she would not change her way of life even if she could. It may be hard for the outside world to imagine living on a farm, raising crops and tending to animals, but the experiences she has had are valued by her and her family. After the holidays pass, the turkeys will not be in such a great demand. So, if your looking for a farm-fresh turkey from the Prout farm, you better act now or you may have to wait another year until the Thanksgiving turkey season is at its peak once again.

Katina and Lisa Merry Christmas to my BF's! Tuanx for the goodtimes in the past· can't wait for the good times to come esp. in CA! Love Ya's Heather Matt Can I have a bite of the apple? Matt The magic number for this month is 29 and counting. Dave Sure do miss the drill. Not. Matt Matt Eat the apple. Take a bite. To Bryan, Tricia, Bob, House 3, The War Veterans, "Lethal,' Beth Colleen, JZ; Dr. Romano, and Neal: Thanks for pulling me out from the crowd! Love Doug Matt Take another bite for me, and for everybody in Wilmington. To the Magnificent Seven Mutiny! After we all bailed, I realized that you freaks are my best friends at Cabrini. I miss you all and good luck with whatever the hell you do. Love,Loopy To the class of '95: You guys are the best. Look out world, here we come. I love you guys. Doug Mary, Bill, Joey, Justin, Phil, Christa, and everyone else Have a Merry Christmas. Love you all. Jay Merry Christmas Baby Thanks for the last 7 months. I hope we have many more happy times. Thanks for being there & for waking me up. Can't wait 'til Christmas. I love you. George Merry Christmas Pookie! I love you! -A not so secret admirer Beaker Merry Christmas & Happy Birthday! Hang in there, the perfect one is out there! Maybe Santa will bring you Nicole Eggert for Christmas! Love Ya, your friend forever Yakko, Wakko & Dot Merry Christmas! Rich, Paul, Joe, Stef, "Missy," Nesha, Wendy, Brain, Jen, John, Ruth, Caroline. Have a great holiday season!

Love, Marie To the most beautiful newspaper editors in the world Merry Christmas to the greatest co-workers a copy editor could ask for! Thanks for always being there to listen and make me smile when my life is a mess. Enjoy the holidays only 11 issues to go! Love ya, Rich Dear Kimmy Merry Christmas to my favorite Jler! .Thanks for always listening and keeping me sane on those long Wednesday nights! I don't know whatl would do without you! Enjoy the holidays I hope Santa brings you everything you want. Love, Rich Dear Diane Merry Christmas to the "older" woman in my life! It has been one heck of a semester. Thanks for sticking by me through it all. I hope you realize just how much our friendship means to me! Enjoy the break. Love, Rich My dearest Valerie San Diego here we come! I'm counting the days until we can head west in your "F.ix O.r R.epair D.aily" Taurus and spend our nights under the Califdmia stars! Enjoy your holiday break and take care of that soap opera life of yours. Remember, Sunday nights at midnight are all ours! Merry Christmas. Love Ricardo Jen We love you. Love Laura and Joanna Merry Christmas to Kelly, Jeannie, Chris, Steph, Jana, the 150 QM's, the 170's, and a long distance one to Lorena & Dina We miss you!

What would I ever do without you Superman! Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! Love, Wonderwoman Ms. Feet Do you want to know the truth? Let's go for a drive. SWF. You are the greatest and I love you. Love Mr. Bunns Lushes We have got to get together. Everytime you think about it takes a drink. When you see the girl with the guitar, make a left. FRUIT PUNCH Love, Gordon Lushes SPIRIT DAY! Whoa that bonfire is hot! Let's go to the legal party. How am I gonna get in my dorm? We're fine! JZ and the pie. Love, HURRICANE GORDON Ally Newsroom late nights! You always make me laugh. House 2 parties! You are always there for me whenever I need you. THANKS! I LOVE YOU!

John To Celene Merry Christmas and Happy NewYeartomygoodbuddy! llmoretogo!

Love Sheila Dear Christina Hi bunny Merry Christmas! I'm so glad we're become such good friends. Being an editor isn't so bad, huh? Happy New Year! 1lto go! Love, Sheila B. To Kelly Thanks for being a great leader and friend. Sorry I scared you last year, but everything has worked out perfectly and I'm so glad we're friends. Merry Christmas and bum that black book! Love Sheila To Jeannie Thanks for sharing our computer through those crappy beginning weeks. Thanks for always making me look at things in a different way and making Tuesday nights less stressful! Merry Christmas to you and your other kids! We love you mom. Love Sheila Merry Christmas to all of House Seven and all its guests! It has been a fun 3 1/2 months and I look forward to many more. Go head and Rock'em! Luv, Celene Merry Christmas to my roommate Chris, Kelly, Lisa, Steph, Jana, Kim, Katina, 150 Quad, 170 Quad, Peanut, Shawn, and I can't forget Dina & Lorena. Love, Jeannie I want to wish a very Merry Christmas to roommate Lisa, Jeannie, Chris, Steph, Jana, my Bio buddy Kristen, 150 XQM's, 170 Quad, and of course Dina and Lorena too! I love you guys! Love, Kelly I want to wish you a very Merry Christmas to Chris, Maria, Monica, Ali-cat, Dawn, Paula, Hunter, Kathy, my Philly girls Big Nie and D, the "too cool for us" House 2 Girl, Laura, the 140's, Little D, my favorite RA Tammy, Ted, Billy, Mike, my Boys in the 120s and my little brother Udi! Love, Kristie Happy Holidays to my college success class, especially Carter, Beth and Paul. I'd like to thank Kevin, Dawn and Kelly for easing the transition. Merry Christmas. Tom Krusty, Mariah, Dawn & Ali. Qm's, Nie, Paula, Dee and Laura, 140 girls and the little one, XQM's Calvert, Globes, Jeannie, Kelly, our boys: Dan, Joey C, Kev, Ant, Ted, Dave, Camp, Scootdog, Watts, Billy, Udi, Mike & Dan. Tammy and my little friend Tara. I hope you all have a very special Christmas. Love Chris Beth & Lisa My God! Give me some of that! ROGER OVER AND OUT! You guys are the best. Whenever I am down, you always make me smile. Love, John Giora Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Are you still searching for me? I am here waiting for you. Love your SECRET SANTA Ang I love you! You little drunk. SOMETIMES DOWNS. No more questions. You're not leaving, you're staying with me. Love, John Kevin I'm here if you decide what you want to talk. I understand. You are a great guy and friend. Oh Okay! Love John Dawn I'm right. your wrong. SHUT UP, SHUT UP, SHUT UP. 20 questions. I'm urinating. SHH! Everyone can hear us. You're the best! Love, John Loopy I love you. Congratulation and I wish you the best of luck. Keep in touch and visit often or I'll hire Gilloly and Echart to club you in the knee. Love, Way Geary Congratulations to the man with the plan. Remember, it gets really cold in Maine. Stay in touch. Happy holidays to a great friend. Way Heathre We've been through hell and back. I don't think either of us realizehow different things will be after Dec. 21. I wish you the best with all my heart. I will always be here for you. I love you. Way Merry Christmas Joanna, Dee, BJ, Nie, Paula, Kristie, Chris, Dawn, Maria, Jen, Cherilyn, Christina, Joey, and all the guys-Love Laura. Kristen,Lori, Michelle, Laura, Joanna, Thanks for ·an the help on Friday night!! Love Cherilyn. Dear Christina: Merry Christmas! I love you,babe. Love George Hey Frank, I like to drink on the field. I like to drink on the court. I like to drink all the time, cause it's my favorite sport. -George Celene, I love you with all my heart, and I would never cheat on you--1 swear. I really wouldn't, okay? Love Charles. Merry Christmas to my BFs- Ali, Maria, Chris and Kristie, Paula, Nickers, Dee, Laura. To all the 120s-Don, Joe, Dave, Kev,Kev,Ant, Scooter, John-Ted, Bill.Eric, and Mike and the 140s. Even to you House 2/ x150s! Kristen, send LaBelle my best. Love Dawn Peg, you are the greatestroommate! This won't be our last Christmasas roommates!I love ya! Merry Christmas.Love Kristin To Dee, Laura, Paula, Kristie, Cear daddy, Dawn, Maria, Joanna, Darren, Paul, Larry, Timmy, Kenny, Anthony, Sean, Frank, Dom, Kathy(Cuz), Monica, 64-Dee, Maureen, Michelle, Melissa, the 120& 140& 160 quads, Kristen, Christina, Anne&Tracey-Hope you all have a Merry Christmas- Love ya's- Big Nie • Merry Christmas to my three brothers on campus, Rich, E. Double, and Eric. You all better watch over me some more because you are beginning to slack off. Luv, Celene Merry Christmas to the step squad and all my other people. Luv, Celene Pickle Head You will always be special to me even though you try your hardest to push me away. Happy Holiday to everyone in my life. Love Jeannie Miller Brenda- My new big sis! I wanna be just like you! Where are we going next Thursday? Merry Christmas! Have fun on New Years!

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AmyJ Babysitter I don't know what I'd do without you! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Sweetie P.S. My New Year's Resolution is to stop sneaking out and amusing myself. Not! Women's soccer Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year 1994 PAC Champs. Treat Yourself!! Amy J Amy What would you do without your shadow(s)? Since you are perfect and the ideal woman Have Fun! Merry Christmas and have a Happy New Year! Merry X-mas Your Babysitter Marie Bren Merry Christmas to a great sister! Thanks for everything. I don't know what I would d o without you (or with you!) Good luck in the future. Merry Christmas Marie Mrs. Risse Merry X-mas! Rub it! Suck it! Woggatta it! Love House 7 Laura, Dee, and Big Nie! Hope you girls have a great holiday! I love you all. Love, Jo To Father Ambrose and Scott Thanks for the laughs and for being so accepting. I promise to apologize to Mario! Merry Christmas. Love the girl with the rainbow hat To my friends, co-editors, JZ, the Jlers and the WYBF staff Have a great Christmas. Let's kickc some butt next semester senior staff! Love ya, Jane To Liz If anyone gives you any crap this Christmas, just smack them over the head with a crowbar! Thanks for being the best. Love, your favorite roommate Merry Christmas Brenda, Laura, and D.J.!! To Eric, I'm glad we became friends this semester. Good luck on exams and have a Merry Christmas. T o my favorite Roommate Jane Merry Christmas!! Your favorite roommate Liz To my friends Denise, Jen, Tia & Loredana: I hope all of you have a great holiday! And an awesome New Year too! Tia, Lori, what can I say? I'll never forget all those TuesThurs. lunches and the fun we had! You girls are the best! ! Merry Christmas. Luv, Anna Marie Merry Christmas to my Quadmates Dee, Big Nie, Laura, Dawn, Kristie, Chris & Marie. The 120's boys-even mean Don, Mike,Eric, Bill & Ted, club 170's, Denise, Jen, Diane, Frank, Bill, Darren, Billy, Monica, Maureen, Melissa, and my sister Kathy. Love Paula Joe I'm so happy we're spending another Christmas together. I love you so much. Love Laura Sean I hope this is the first of many Christmases we spend together. You are very special to me. Love Denise To the 150 slutties (& Laura) Dawn Fungool! Marie I don't have a boyfriend! Big Nie Kuran & Formal?? Dee what are you doing?! Paula Cigs, P-Music, Lear daddy this is the most & fun Kristie the real Madonna! Laura- WA- Bang! Ali- Miss you Becky! I Grease! D, D, +N N.K.O.T.B., K & N, Hotel- Outskies! Slobs, BWA, KOOK, dady, Ho,Ho, Ho, x's 7, Love Santa Laura I'm glad we are going to be spending Christmas together. You are very special to me. Love, Joe Merry Christmas to Jackie, Amy, Anne, Melanie, Melissa, Steph, Jana, the 210's and the 240's. Luv, Celene

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LoquiturHolidayPersonals f' -) ('') Yet another great college semester thanks to all of my Cabrini friends. I hope all of you have a great Christmas and a spectacular New Year. Try to have good hair holidays. I hope I will. From, Justin Mirigliani Beth- I love you Beth Molloy! You were my first friend here and the greatest. Now who is lushing it! (Gordon) Love always, John Lindsay Doug Suck it up! Shut up! Hope you have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. You are one in a million. Love John Carter- Need a massage? You are the greatest. I'm glad that you've been here for me, my on campus dad! Luv ya, John Heather & Kate, Merry Christmas and HappyNewYear! Youguysaregreat. Love John Mirella & Kelly you guys are the greatest! Love hanging out and talking. Kelly your the best little sister. Mirella when is the date? Love John Dear Big Johny I'm looking forward to spending our third Christmas together and starting a new year. I Love You! Love John Ellen, Nina, Barbara, Kate & Dot Thanks for your generosity & understanding throughout the semester. I really enjoy working down ICS. Merry Christmas. Tricia Laura & Brenda Thank you for the use of your room, food friendship and ears. Tricia DJ & Connie Thank you for laughter and friendship. I hope everyone has a relaxing break! Love Tricia Kim I hope you have a relaxing break. Thank you for supporting me through a tough semester. Most importantly, thanks for being my roommate and best friend. Merry Christmas! Love Tricia Dear Scott & Father Ambrose Thanks for keeping me in line this semester. Your sense of humor and friendship have made my weeks brighter and my stress (and crisis) lighter. Merry Christmas! Love Tricia. To the Loquitur Editors Thank you for your patience this semester. I'm sorry for any stress I have caused. Enjoy your break. You all do a great job. Keep up the good work. Merry Christmas! Tricia • To my housemates: Chris, Jeannie, Kelly, Lisa and my roomie Jana Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! I love you girls! Love Stephanie. Merry Christmas to all the girls: Margaret, Lisa, Butler, Sis, Katrude, Lis, Carmel, "D," Cara, Puff, Shelley, Jen, Gina and the 140 Quad! Looking forward to many more good times! Love, Bubba Weber- Widener, purple hooters, "dude puts the 'ady' in shady," Shoop!, "fresh meat," Primivera, Xavier, Beat it!, Save it!, Bonding, slammers, BK, SIC, J.R. strikes again! water fights, I'm out! "Grubba" Kraus- "Jo," Beat it! Save it! "You're not my friend!" soccer,. beepers, Xavier, Widenermess! "you want defense ," Esch, Marie make nice!, CC, "you're killing me" "Grubba" Merry Christmas Loquitur Editors! Kelly Carter Craigie You 're the greatest! Have a good hoJiday & keep smiling! Love Donna To John, Jamie, Beth and Angela Remember the phone messages have a Merry, Merry Christmas and a lushy New Year. Angela don't throw up Ally MerryX-mas!"COMMUNICATE"C2,baby pictures, "Makenice,"Esch, Widener, Wrestling-another bruise, slacker, Dave, Roommate bonding, water fights, shug's, blueberry treats, Love Ya, Rie Merry X-mas Bubba! "Grubba" Purple hooters dude! BKWJ, shoop, Mts. '94, twins, ADVIL, Widener, 140's. U Mass here we come, W.AM., Elmo, Sweeney's, Seriousss! Roommate bonding, double HA! HA! Love ya, Web Girls, this semester was the best! Merry Xmas to Marge, Butler, sis, carrnel, The 140 Quad, Little "D," Jen, Gina, Lori, Cara, Lisa, Lis and Katrude. I love you guys! Pumpkin Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year from the entire staff of 89.1 WYBF The Voice of Cabrini College. Dear Fazzle I have really enjoyed our almost 2 years together. You have always been there for me no matter what. I really appreciate all you do. Merry Christmas! Love always, NBJ Cookie Puss I Love You Jo I hope your glasses are still on. Anyway, your the best. Thanks you for always being there. Love Laura To wish you all the joys of the season and the best of everything in the coming year. The Registrar's office Graham Cracker I love you like a brother; although I would never be able to talk to my brother like we talk (the cycle in our luxury drive) Thanks for being there when times were tough. Merry Christmas! Love always, Lisa Merry Christmas from Loquitur Bubba, ,Pumpkin, Marge, Sis, Butler, Hummel, Erin, Mandi, Little "D," Katrude, Carmel, Debbie, Kelly, Niki,"K," Little sister, Puff, Michelle, Jen and Gina. Love ya guys. Merry Christmas Thanks for all the memories. Love ya, Kraus Weber: Wrestling, getting written up, bonging, formal haircut anyone, Ron, Thirsty Thursday, water fights, Jay, Widener I didn't even know who it was, Peter, 140's ·Beat it "K," Sharp pain I never ran so fast before, Serious, throwing my hands.into the wall, Breaking Bubba's chair again, Punty Pooh, I love you. Thanks for the memories. Love ya, Kraus Bubba: Grubba, Cops-your house, Markenough said, Thirsty Thursday, Lenord Primino-drop it, bonging, formal haircuts, J. W. need I say more, Dan T., shots of Peach Schnapps- alone, 140's, Beat it "K," serious, Widener, P.J. in our clothes, Steph -you're basketball's too big! Merry X-mas. Poop, I love you. Thanks for the memories. Love ya, Kraus To Lisa, Cathy, Michelle and Mirella- Thanks for making the first semester of college the best. You guys are the greatest. Paul

Babe Thanx for all you have done for me. I think that we are getting stronger and stronger every day. You are my best friend and I never want to lose you. Mark I love you. To all my buds: Andy B. Joey C., Eric B., D.J ., Chris S., Paul M. Mirella A. ( congrats!), Stacey C., Katina C., everyone in the 160's, and to those in COM 370 and Mass Media: Keep the faith! Peace & Love Paul Monte To Everyone in Carter's College Success. Have a Happy New Year. Thanks for a great first semester. Your co-facilitators Paul & Beth Bob When I think of you, the sunshines on a rainy day. When I think of you, my hearts beats faster and faster. When I think of you, flowers bloom in the winter. Then I have to wash my hands. Then necessary I'll think of you again. Love, John Pasta is white Gravy is red Justin and Joey have perfect hair on their head Merry Christmas Love Buttofoucco

To the Spirit Day Crew Don't ever forget John and what Andrea said to him. Merry Xmas Guys. Remember Gordon is your friend. Ally Seth Merry Christmas honey! This year Santa is given you a gift with a big red bow. I love you, Ally Merry Christmas to My Roommate, Jeannie, Kim, Lisa, Kelly, Jana, Steph, 170 Quad, Amy,Erin, 150Quad,Melissa,Jen, Tammy, Tara, Marianne, Katina, Shawn, Denise and Dina and Lorena in spirit! Love, Calvert Dr. Girard Thanks for being there for me, it means a lot! Have a good holiday! I still want dinner. Love Donna Megan Wilmot How's Jim? Thanks for everything. This semester has beeri so much fun. I'm sure next semester we'll have a blast. Love Donna. Elizabeth Molloy (Schepis)- I'm sure you'll put your gift to good use over the long break. Have fun! Love Donna Katina and Heather I'm so glad we became such good friends. Thank you two so much for everything you guys have done for me. Thanks for all the bonding and all the fun and much more to come! Love always, Lisa Donna & Megan Merry Christmas! Thank you so much for showing me what true friendship is all about. Donna have a jolly Christmas. Megan He-Haw! I love you both! Beth To the magnificent seven Thanks for not jumping ship last year and trusting me to be the captain now. You guys are the greatest and I never forget the war we went through. I really appreciate all your support this year. I don't know what I am going to do without you all. Love, Elmo To Allyson and Joanna and other staff writers Thanks for busting your butt and making it work. Love Sheila Melissa I know we'll have an awesome holiday break when we hit the town. Diane Andrea Kelliher I hope you like your gifts so far! Don't worry, there are more! Do you know who I am? Your Secret Santa To all the December Graduates Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas and a Happy New Year. Hope you will stay near and dear even though you are not here. Love, Gary DJ, Laura, Jane, Connie, Nina, Chip, Trish, Kim, Dr. Bethany, and anyone I may be accidentally forgetting Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and have a good break! Love, Brenda Dear Clint, Have a wonderful Christmas! I'm looking forward to vactioning in the mountains! I love you very much Meghan 230 girls Happy Holidays! It's been a great year so far, next semester will be even better! When are we drinking? Love Becky To my Valley Forge man: Happy Holidays & a great new year! Peter, its been a great year and I hope for many more! I love you now and forever! Your Kerbear Merry Christmas and best wishes to all my photoj~umalism students. You work has been_so good all semester! Thanks, Carter Merry Christmas to all my advises, past and present. You all know that I know who's been good and who's been bad, so be good for goodness' sake! Love, Carter Merry Christmas to all the staff who keep our programs lively and stimulating. Because of. you Cabrini is an exciting place to be! Love, Carter Merry X-mas & Happy New Year/ roommate Billy D, Stien, Christan N., Kruk,Beth, Chris, Diane, Adam, Steph, Paula, Denise, Jenn, Steve L., Joe F., & House #3, Love you all, be safe, get lumped up. Frank Criscitiello God bless my co-facilitators. You really helped our advises in so many ways. We had fun, too, didn't we? Love, Carter Merry Christmas to all the folks who work on Maintenance. You keep us looking our best, and we love our beautiful campus. Thanks and best wishes, Carter Merry Christmas to our wonderful faculty secretaries. Where would we be without you? Love and best wishes, Carter Merry Christmas to all my teaching colleagues. It has always been and continues to be an honor to serve our students with you! Best wishes, Carter Craigie To Chris, Kirn. Jeannie, Stephanie, Eric and Mike Junior SGA all the way! Have a Merry Christmas Thanks for being so great! Love Katina To everybody at Cabrini Have a great Christmas and a Happy New Year! Love Katina Cavaliers are #1 To Steven (Big John)ny) I love you the mostest- forever! Time Out! Merry Christmas! Love always, Lisa To Heather and Lisa Thanks for being such great friends! Never forget our deer face, Fresh Fields, Bryn Mawr, Dairy Queen's hot guy, Valley Forge and the tanning salon! Have a Merry Christmas! Look out Beverly Hills! Love, Katina Dear Donna Thank you so much! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Have a Merry Christmas! Love, Katina P .S. Thanks again! Really Thank you!

Right: Kate Stauffer, a teacher at the Children's School, helps her daughter, Elizabeth.

Max Mann also celebrates Hanukkah. Mann said he gets one present every day. "I didn't know when Hanukkah started because I was celebrating An c:.o-ivina " Mann also helps light the first candle on the menorah. The children who celebrate Christmas also helped their parents with their celebrations.

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• The oil symbolizes the miracle of light, and how the oil lasted eight days until the messenger got back from relaying the message that the oil had spilled and light would only last a day.

Above: Jeffrey Ashtra and Nathaniel Raupp, students of the Children's School, play driedel.

10 Kelsey Prima, a pupil of the Children's School, shows off her hat. FEATURES

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by AllysonHannigan staff writer At the Children's School, the school for three-to-five-year-olds on campus, the children are learning more than just the songs and stories of the holidays, but also the significance and culture behind them. According to Kate Stauffer, a teacher, the school tries to keep the holidays simple and low key. She brings much of the culture into the teaching. The school is divided equally among the children w~10celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah. The parents of the children offer their time to come in and teach thechil~n different traditions that their famiiies have during the holiday season. These programs help the children understand and appreciate each other's traditions. Ryan Weisz celebrates Hanukkah with his mom and dad. To help celebrate, Weisz said," I help dad light a candle." Nathaniel Raupp said, "I put candles in, put flame on, then you light the candle," when asked how he helps in lighting the menorah. Raupp also said he helps his mom make latkes. Latkes are potato pancakes that are traditionally eaten during the eight days of Hanukkah because they are cooked in oil.

Kelsey Prima, age 4, goes to Alabama and Florida, but her "real Christmas" is at home. "Santa brings presents and toys," Prima said. "I want a bead set." Kate Stauffer and her daughter Elizabeth put an angel on the top of their tree at home. The angel is Elizabeth's favorite ornament. Tyler Laubach also celebrates Christmas and would like a Power Ranger. Sally Faulkner celebrates Christmas and would like a talking doll. Christopher Schaffner said he wants a power truck. "Santa gives ,me all treats," Schaffner said. Schaffner is also going to eat lunch with Santa. For the Christmas celebrations every year, there is a different theme for the tree decoration. Last year, the Children's School decorated the tree with mittens that were later given to the less fortunate. This year the tree will be decorated with bird feeders. Ellen Jackson, the director of the Children's School, said celebrating the different holidays help the children understand and respect the different traditions. Jackson also provides the children with an understanding of giving and an understanding of the biblical stories and their significance to people. The Children's S~hool also participates in a lot of charity and community service activities during this holiday season. The children sing around the tree in the mansion, go to Dunwoody Village and have a Christmas party with the senior residents in the care center, whom the children call the "grandmas and grandpas." They also adopt a family each year and collect toys for the less fortunate. In keeping with the festive holidays, the Children's School will also be having a Kwanzaa celebration. A family may come to the school and share the traditions of Kwanzaa. Another family may also come in during Dec~mber to share with the children the Mexican tradition , of Posado. Posado is the time the children go house to house singing Christmas songs and are treated with gifts.

The Mission Integration Office wishes the Cabrini College community a Joyful Christmas and abundant blessings in the New Year

It seems that there will always be a love for Christmas music whether it be the more traditional like "Jingle Bells" or the more religious like "O'Holy Night.". Whatever your preference may be, you will be sure to hear it this holiday season. Here are just a few songs that received votes but could not get the final push into the top 10: "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town," "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" and "Bob and Doug McKenzie's 12 Days of Christmas." Go capture the holiday song spirit. Your prayers are needed for Cabrini College's first Inter£ aith Prayerbook! We would like to publish your original and favorite prayers (with copyright, please) in this special prayerbook dedicated to the ~abrini Community. Our College community has been enriched through the years by prayer in the chapel, at the beginning of classes, at the opening of meetings and at special campus events. Prayer is centering. The powerof prayeris awesome. We invite you to join us in this community endeavor. Pleasesubmit your prayersto: Nancy Costello Mission Integration Office OR Scott Dorsey Campus Ministry by January 31st Holiday songs lift cloud by Nina Marie Sc/arrotta staff writer The''BestofBroadway,"presentedattheRed Ooud Coffee House on Dec. 2 and 3 was a delightfullittleeveningofselectionsfromvarious musicals. The most outstandingperformanceof the eveningwasDeniseWhelan'ssongtitled"Someone Else's Story" from the musical "Otess." Whelan'svoicehad a lightsweetnesstoit, andher executionofanynumberisboundtobe a success. Her energeticsmile and exquisiteexpressions kept the audiencepayingattention,whetherthe piecewas seriousor humorous. A closesecondtoWhelan'sperformancewas DougEppler'srenditionof"Gethsemene"from therock-musical"JesusOuistSuperstar."Eppler's powerfulemotionandvocalagilitygavehimthe abilityto conveythefullimpactof Christ'sagony in the gardenof Gethsemene. A downsideto Eppler'sperformancewas his tendencyto cros.s thattine linebetweensingingfromhis heartand singingwithnearlyperfectvocaltechnique.Duringoneor twomoredifficultsections,Epplerlost some of his emotion and relied more on his techniqueto carryhimthrough.This slightdrop in energywas, however,only momentaryand Epplersuccessfullycaptivatedhis audiencefor the restof the piece. Applauseshouldgo to the newsoundsystem. ltsoundedgreatanddetinitelyaddedtotheperformance. The onlydownsidewas thetendencyof the keyboardto slightlyoverpowercontinuingeducationstudentTrudyGrayboys. TheaterdirectorNealNewman'sperfonnances tendedtoborderonthemelodramatic,aninterpretation which actuallyworked in the selection ''Home"from Kopitand Yeston's''Phantomof the Opera." Grayboys'performanceof"Mine,"alsofrom KopitandYeston's"PhantomoftheOpera,"was executedwell,butin thiscaseitwouldhavebeen nicetoseeabitmoreoftheartist'svocaltechnique as opposed to the characterizationwhich, although humorous,needed to be balancedby bettervocalexecutionof thepiece.

Steve Boyle, manager of The Wall in the King of Prussia Plaza, said Christmas albums have been selling like hot cakes. "This year, we have already sold out of some artists and we expect sales to remain the same throughout the holidays," Boyle said. The favorite holiday artists have always been Perry Como, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and Andy Williams, according to Boyle. But thanks in part to more modern-day artists putting out new compact discs there has been an upsurge on sales and requests. Boyle said some of the new biggest sellers this year have been Mariah Carey's "Merry Christmas" and Kenny G's "Miracles." He said over the past couple of years Boyz II Men have hit it big with their album, "Christmas Interpretations."

Overall,theeveningwasveryenjoyable.Anyone who enjoysBroadwayshow tunes should definitelygiveita try thenexttimeitisperformed.

Friday, Dec. 9, 1994 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 11 Fa-la-la-la-la by Dave D/Matteo staff writer You cannot stop it. It is coming. Over the next couple of weeks, songs will be pumped over every air wave known to man. The it is Christmas, and before you know it, we will be packing the malls in search 9f that perfect gift. By the time of the big day, we will be so sick of all the comfort and joy that we will want to throw up. According to an informal poll taken on campus, here is the Top Ten Favorite .Christmas Song List: 10 "Little Drummer Boy" 9 "Grandma Got Run Over By A Rein deer" 8 "Joy To The World" 7 "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" 6 "Silent Night" 5 "Jingle Bells" , 4 "Rudolph, The Red-Nosed Reindeer" 3 "White Christmas" 2 "Jingle Bell Rock" and the number one Christmas song is 1 "Frosty the Snowman" Holiday song sales have peaked this year. There have been many new Christmas albums coming out. For the first time in 32 years, a Christmas album will be topping the Billboard's top 200 album list, Kenny G's "Miracles." There are also new releases from two of the biggest names in musical history, Elvis Presley's "If Every Day Was Like Christmas." Old Blues Eyes, Frank Sinatra, is back with his album, "The Sinatra Christmas Album." Even Tony Bennett is back with a reissue of his 1968 original, "Snowfall."

He's checkin' it twice by Stephanie Caldwell staff writer ThanksgivingDay is now behindus but it is certainlynotforgotten.Formany,itkickedoffthe festiveholidayseason.Familiesgatheredtogether and dustedoff the Christmasrecordsand sung traditionalcarolstogether. The madnessbeganon Thanksgiving.Women, men,teenagersand childrenranfor the mallson BlackFriday,the day afterThanksgiving,to try and slowlydiminishtheirlonglistsof gifts they willbuyfor theirlovedones. Giftsof all shapes andsizes,colorfulgiftsand simpleones,as well as giftsof the most importance,those from the heart,are givenand receivedeachChristmas. So, here at Cabrinian informalsurveywas conductedofthemost-wantedChristmasgiftsfor 1994.The listis a resultof responsesfromabout 50 people,includingresidents,staff,commuters andteachers. HappinesswasratednumberlObytheCabrini community.Manysportsloversusedthisopportunityto expresstheirfeelingsaboutthe hockey strike. Numberninewas for NHL hockeyto be played. Students had much to say for number ' Steve'sStars t1 Ao§ ('March21 -.April20): Oveiview"Letit snow."tove...snuggletightinmde. On'eer•great opportunitiesafter 20. Fun~IS areroasting! Immlli(April21 May21): Overview"SantaClausis<:Otningtotown."Love-get readyfura lovedone'shomecoming.New Year'slooksfestive.~on-.JINGI.EBELLS! (May 22~June 21): OveIView"Overtheriverandthroughthewoods."Family-bepreparedforabigget-together;inother words,drinkeggnoguntilyou'reblind! Funrun Gmnd,maoverwithcaribou. Qmg;r (June 22 July 23): Overview"SilverBells."Youlovetheholidaysandwill be creativeall month.especiallyrightbefore NewYcat's. Fun- Bing,Bing,Bing! l,&Q(July24 -Aug. 23): Overview- ''I'll behomeforOuistmas."Family•-yourfamily reallyneedsyou thismonth.especiallyon the 28. Fun-curl up in a littleballwitha romance novelor the humanbeingbf yourchoice. (Aug.24 • Sept. 23): Ovetview''Doyouhe.arwhatihe.ar?"Family--talkitup; problemsavoidedby speakinJyourmind. l retommenda little,whitewine; it workedfor my family.Fun-aiticize yourin•laws. .\.ibm(Sept24~Qct2l):Ov~iew-;"J'm gettin' ~· ror~·: J9ti",eway & eight. The banishmentof 8:15a.m.classeswas popular. Holidaysarea timeto be withthosewhowe care about and many wish it was not only on holidaysthatthisoccurred.To spendmoretime • with loved ones rankednumber seven on the Cabrinipoll Manypeoplecoulduse a vacation afterthis hecticfirstsemesterfor the 1994-1995 schoolyear. A vacationcamein at numbersix. Receivinggoodgradeswas a favoriteexpressed bythestudentsandoccupiesthenumberfivespot. The residentsinXavierandWoodcrestmade onewishstandout, whichwastherequestfor24hourvisitation.Numberthreeseemssuitable.It consistsof a wishforgoodhealthinthenewyear. Money came in at numbertwo withoutmuch surprise.A carwasthenumberonemost-desired gift by the Cabrinicommunityfor Christmas 1994. Transportationis obviouslya must these days. For some, these Christmaswisheswill certainlybe fulfilled.Youmaybe alsoableto fulfill these wishes for someoneelse, which is the essenceof the holidayseason.The holidaysare uponus, ·andtheygobysoquickly.Trytoenjoy them. behindon yourshopping,but there sall hope! Fun-spend Jotsof moneythat YOU: don't nave on·~ you don't.-, then oollectbillsyou<:an'tpay. (Oct.24- Nov. 22): Ovemew•'WinterWonderland!' Love- thin~ are klokingup and the world ls covetedin a blanketofwhiteJove.Aaab Fun--digdeep andfindthefoundationofyourrel~" while$hovelingallthatsnqw. Saafttarius(Nov.23-Dec.21):Ovetview,. -"FrostytheSnowman."YouareFin.ty and youareso ~L This month will be an·· adventureto keep ftom meltingfrom your holidayanxiety.Fun--don'tletanyonesteal yourmagi{:hat, Capricom(Dec.22• Jan.20): OveivieiJ~

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There are many such situations today. For many AIDS victims the real fear is the pain of hiding, she said. People are ignorant and still do not know that much about this deadly disease, she said, and because of that ignorance, people have a tendency to .fear those who have AIDS or the HIV virus that causes AIDS. Statistics show that in the past three years people are becoming 1ess scared and more aware ol the disease. However, there is st~Uconfusion in the state of awareness. Maria said she feels it is important to teach people about the emotional side of the disease, as well as all of the facts and figures the public hears every day. '.'The emotions involved are the worst part. People should be more compassionate and more understanding, because people with AIDS are people, too," Maria said. "Too often people with the AIDS disease or the HIV virus are labeled because of the 'name.'"

Editor's Note: The subject of this story asked that the actual names not be used. The "Love" sculpture in JFK Plaza in Philadelphia.

AIDS Facts

The Scriptures teach us a valuable lesson about the way we should treat others. In those passages, Jesus accepted everyone It did not matter whether they were young or old or sick or healthy. • He loved everyone unconditionally, without ever pointing a finger. A few years ago, this message inspired a young woman named Maria to a love for someone who was intelligent, good looking and dying. Michael had a disease called Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. Maria was healthy, with a life one could only dream about. She was a singer and songwriter who had great success with her music. She opened for such performers as Julio Iglesias and appeared on a variety of shows for ch?rities around the country and in Puerto Rico. She also had young children who were in the care of her husband from a previous marriage. Then she met Michael, who was also a singer and songwriter. As time passed, they began working together developing great chemistry with their music. They also fell in love and got married. During this time in her life, she also contracted the AIDS virus from him. While Michael told her he had AIDS, she did not care. She said that just as Jesus loved people unconditionally, so did she love him and wanted to be with him until the very end. Now Michael is gone and she is living day by day with this disease. "I am not afraid of the disease and I am not afraid of dying. I am afraid of living," Maria said. "Who will take care of me when I am too sick to take care of myself?"

Maria said her experiences with Michael were all good. She said her time with him taught her that love supports any cause, big or small. She said she learned to stand on her own and take each day as it come. "I still live·a normal and healthy life, and I still have something to give to people," Maria said. "I grew to be a much stronger person, and I learned to fight for myself by doing the best I can." One of her worst experiences was the death of her husband. "That unconditional love was taken away by a silly virus," she said. At the time of his death, her strength for living a normal life only grew stronger. :·~-~ r:~ -~~-.-.

Although others often fear people who have AIDS and see them not as real people but in stark black and white, as represented in this.illustration, an interview with a woman with Al DS shows that she wants to be seen as a real person: ' People with AIDS are people, too.'

AMONG INFANTS AND CHILDREN: Olt is estimated that 1,800 infants are born with the HIV infection yearly in the United States. 18,500 children have already lost their mothers to AIDS. By the end of 1995, 24,600 children and 21,000 adolescents will lose their mothers to AIDS. children and adolescents will exceed 80,000 by the year 2000. facts compiled from Leaming About AIDS for World AIDS Day photo by Caroline Croley

OThe fastest growing groups of individuals becoming infected with HIV are heterosexual women and adolescents.

OAIDS is the leading cause of death for young adults in at least 64 cities. OAIDS has been the second leading cause of death among men aged 25 to 44 since 1989 and in some cities, such as Washington, D.C. and San Francisco, AIDS is the leading killer of young adult men, ages 25 to 44.

OAIDS is the sixth leading cause of death among people aged 15 to 24.

by CarolineCroley managingeditor

AMONG TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS: 016 percent of adolescents with AIDS, ages 13 through 19, and 12 percent of those ages 20 to 24, have been infected through heterosexual contact, compared with 7 p~rcent of the adult AIDS cases. make up 12 percent of the teen population but 20 percent of teen AIDS cases. African Americans make up 15 percent of the U.S. teen population but 38 percent of teen AIDS cases.

AIDS: One person'sstruggle

Shortly afterward, Maria also took herself off of the medication her doctors prescribed for her. She said she watched her husband take 40 pills a day without getting better. "What kind oflife is that? You don't set your life around the number of pills you have to take in a given day," Maria said. "Now, I want to focus my life on the fact that I am still alive. I think if you put your mind towards doing productive work, it will only make you stronger, and it gives you an incentive to keep going." People need not only to look out for others but also need to look out for themselves, she said. "As the world changes, we need to change, too," she said. "We have the disease and we have to face it. It's not going to go away by itself. "I don't recommend what I did with Michael to anyone. I loved him and he needed me badly. I wanted to help him get through this. I don't feel sorry for what I did," Maria said. Maria said when she dies she will be ready. "I will feel sad leaving my music and my children, but I lived a fuJl life that was full of wonderful. opportunities."

OBy the year 2000, more than half of newly-infected adults worldwide will be women.

Illustrationby Caroline Croley

Anothercomponentoftheholidayattractions was the Gallety'smusicalOuistmastree,which featuredthe CorestatesMusicalChrist.rnasTree GalleryOrchestra.Withall theevening'sfestivities,merchantPeterGrosssaidit had a positive effecton business. "Businesswoulddrop40 percentwithoutthe orchestraplayingandthe Cluistmastree,"Gros.s said."It makesa bigdifference." The tree was 30-feethigh and featuredover

OMonday, Dec. S -Arrest made in drunk driving death. An arrest has been made in the drunk drivingdeathofOfficerJosephFriel. Oliver Mallon, the driver of the car that hit Friel early Saturdaymorning,was unhurt in the accident. Mallonhas beenchargedwithvehicular homicide, homicide by a vehicle while driving under the influence and driving under the influence. OfficerFrielleavesbehinda fianceeand a son. Friel was the first Philadelphiaofficer killed on duty since Nov. 1993.

OMass Schedule Mass will be held in the Chapel on Sunday at 6 and 8 p.m., and at 8 a.m. on Monday morning.

QThursday, Dec. 1-- Obesity gene discovered; may lead to treatments to help • diseases associated with obesity. A gene which may play a central role in controllingwhetherpeople are fat or thin, has been discovered by a team of scientists at RockerfellerUniversityin New York City. The discovery of the obesity gene, originally identifiedin mice, could eventuallylead to drugs or medial procedures that may help the 75 millionAmericanswith seriousweight problems. The discoveryof this gene may also lead to treatmentsfor hypertension,diabetes, cancer and other diseases associatedwith obesity.

QHarassment 12/1 Two female Kingswood Apts. residents pulled up outside the securityoffice blowing the horn of their car. Security came out to see what the problem was. They reported that they were being followed to campus by two white males. (Suspects were also in Widener lot.) Officer told male driver to stop, but he took off and almost hit the officer. Upper Merion police stopped the car and found the two suspectswere underageand drinking. OCarmoved 12/4 Complaint was called into security that a person or group of people moved the rear end of a resident's vehicle around, out of a parking space. No visible damage was found.

The 70-foottreeat CityHallwas donatedby Mr.andMrs.JamesOakleyofBustleton.Thetree was plantedby the family35 yearsago. 'ThiswasthefirsttruePhiladelphiatreewe've everhad in the courtyard,"Rendellsaid."It was beautiful." A paradefromCityHalldownMarketStreet to IndependenceMallfollowedthe tree-lighting ceremony.Theparadefeaturedamongotherthings trolleys,horses and caniages, the Penn State Universitymarchingband, ChrNmascarolers, Disneycharactersand,of coursei SantaOaus. The specialremakeof "A CluistmasCarol" waswrittenbyWMGKdiscjockey,JohnHarvey. Participatingin the play besides Rendell and Harveywere otheron-airpersonalities,such "Joboand F.ddie"from0102. Duringone scene,betweenScroogeand two solicitorswhowerelookingforholidaycharity,a potentially-embarrassingmomentarose. In the dialogue,Scroogetoldthesolicitorsto leavehim alone. Thesolicitorsrepliedwith,"0h,myGod,let's call 911." Diffusingthesituation,Rendellsaid," I don't see thatin there,"referringto the script. Hislinewasfollowedbylaughterofmorethan 300people. Albano summedup the night's atmosphere when he said, 'This was·the true meaningof Christmas."

Lastweek in the worldof news

City turns out to turn on lights by Beth Molloy and Richard Schepis staff writers

OSunday,Dec.4--OfficerinRoxborough killed by drunk driver. Officer Joseph Friel was killed by an alleged drunk driverwhile on routine patrol in Roxborough. The driver of the vehicle was a Manayunkmanwhopolice_claimhad been drinking. Policesay the man crossed the double-yellowline and sideswipedthe policecruiser.Thecruiserspunintoastreet sign and flipped onto its roof. Friel's car was equippedwith an airbag that failedto activatedue the severityof the impact.

Thisnightofeventsispartofthemayor'splans to reenergizeCenterCity,Philadelphia. -"I wanted people to come back to town," Rendellsaid.''Insteadofgoingtothemall,people areflockingtoCenterCityoutinthecold,withthe lightsand the SalvationArmy.Youcan't match thatanywhere."

Brilliantlightsandthechimesof bellsaligned MarketStreetalongwith a blimul arrayof faces which wxloubtedlyspoke the true meaningof Ouistma.s,somethingthecity has not witnessed in years. ThisalignmentmagnifiedtrueChristmasspirit on Wednesday,Nov. 30, beginningwith the annualtree-lightingceremonyat CityHall The lightingof the 70-foottreekickedoff an eveningfullofeventshostedbyMayorF.dRendell. Theseeventsincludeda paradeanda '90's Philadelphia twist of Charles Dickens' classic,"A CluistmasCarol" Rendellplayedthemaincharacter of Scrooge,portrayingthe miser with a uniquesenseof humorthatseemedto appealto everyone. "YoucanseethatRendellhas a Phillypride," JeniferWonsetler,aparalegalinCenterCity,said. "His enthusiasmis greatfor thecity."

OChristmas Dinner 12/13 Make sure you don't forget to join your friends in the caf at 6 p.m. in the caf. Exams _12/15-20 OE~mSnacks 12/15-12/20 The caf will have coffee, hot chocolate and snacks for stressed out studiers or those who just need a break.

OFriday, Dec. 2 •· Senate passes World Trade Pact. The Senate passed the World Trade .Pact with a 76-24 vote. This bill promisesto open up moremarketsto Americangoodsandcreate jobs in the United States. According to President Clinton, the vote proves the country is moving in the right direction. Clinton is expectedto sign the bill next week. ~turday, Dec.3 •· Unemployment rate at its lowest in 4 years. The unemploymentrateis at its lowestlevel in four years. An estimated350,000 jobs were created across the country. In addition, according to a recent survey, employers are beginning to add new workers instead of creasingworkers' overtimehours. Locally, the unemploymentrate in Pennsylvaniadroppedto 5.9 percent in November from6 percentinOctober.NewJerseydropped from 6.7 percent to 6.6 percent.

Contest 12/12 Judging of the residence halls will take place at 6 p.m. by the programming board. See if your hall/house is the best decorated.

3,000lights.As the orchestraplayed"Joy to the World"and"O ComeAll Ye Faithful,"voicesof themanyshopperssingingalongechoedthroughout the mall. TimAlbanoof Philadelphiaand SharonByrd of Marlton,NJ., had not seen each otherin over twoweeks. "Weweren'tgoingto come,"Byrdsaid,"but weendedupspendingthewholedaytogether,and we reallylikedeverything." Albanosaid,"ItreallyputmeintheChristmas spirit" JohnJonteslevich, a sophomoreand elementaryeducationmajorat TempleUniversity,said, "I amnowintheChristmasspirit.Ittooktonight.''

Public Safety Update

12/1 Security received a call from someone in house 7 that someone was prowling on the side of the house and looking into the windows. Security responded,but no one was found.

"He'sarealperson,"RobertDieters,anadvertisingdesigner,said."He has a realsense of humor."

What's Happening Party 12/9

Security incidents, as reported by security office, from Monday, Nov. 28 through Monday, Dec. 5. Persons 11/28 Officer was called regarding five males coming out of the woods. Officer found them hiding in the basement stairwell of Grace Hall basement. Five suspects were brought to public safety and they stated they were cadets from Valley Forge Military Academy. VFMA was called and the academy asked a Cabrini officer to keep them until they were able to get them. While getting in the security van, three·ran from officer. Anotherofficer caught two of them, but one got away. Colonel Lee from VFMA came on campus and took the cadets back home.

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by Laura Testa staff writer Ol)lesday, Nov. 29 •· Jeffrey Dahmer attacked and killed in prison. Convictedserialkiller,JeffreyDahmer, was attacked and killed in a Wisconsin prison, where he was serving 15 consecutive life terms. Dahmer was found in a pool of blood next to the prison gym sometimebetween 7:50 and 8:10 a.m. on Monday,Nov. 28. He was pronounceddead shortlyafter9 a.m. Dahmerdiedof massiveinjuriesto the head receivedduring his attack. According to Michael Sullivan, secretary of the WisconsinDepartmentof Corrections,a fellow inmate of Dahmer is the prime suspect in the case. Dahmer, 34, was older than any of his victims,who ranged in age from 14 to 33. Dahmer's gruesomeexploitsof murder, necrophiliaand dismembennent shocked the world in 1991 when his case went to trial.

Bringyour friendsto hear MikeCrissen play his guitar and then dance the night away at the legal party. It begins at 9:30 p.m. in the the WCGA QTrip to Reading Outlets 12/10 Get your shopping done early! The van leaves at 9 a.m. Sign up in Student Development for this trip to Reading Outlets. Concert 12/11 Take a walk over to the Chapel at 3 p.m. to get in the Christmas mood. The chorus will sing holiday songs for their annual Christmas concert.

OMovie Night 12/11 9 p.m. in the WDC/Xavier,"Grinch & Frosty."

Obviously,this eveningheld an economic incentivefor the city,but Philadelphiareceived more than they bargainedfor, as the spirit of Ouistmas was reflectedin each and everyface thatgatheredfor theevents.

Nov. 30-Wasbington to propose new talks of peace. Bosnian government troops are trying to recover from the Serb assault, where shells landed every six seconds, late on Nov. 29. According to Secretary of State Warren Christopher,Washingtonis going to propose new talks between the warring factions at a meeting in Brussels on Friday, Dec. 2, of foreignministersof the UnitedStates,Russia, Britain, France and Germany.

While the team does not play as individuals, Welde said he is especiallyexcited about one of his new players. "Stephanie Owen may be the best freshmen player ever. She has great post moves," Welde said. Eventhoughthe teamhasa perfectrecordthey knowtheycan getbetter. '1 thinkwe can improve our defense and our rebounding, and we are improving,"Welde said "I think our man-to-man defense needs to improve," Mack said Maciesaid she attnbutes much of the teams successto Welde. "He wants whatisbestforus. Heisagoodguy,"Macksaid The teammemberssaid fan suppon is important for their succes.s.''We could use more fan support,"Mack said. ''We do get good support, but with a 5-0 record we should get more. The gym should be as packed for us as it is for the guys. We put on a good show." more a lot of them show him that they want to play and they will not quit. After a bad game, if the players take his yelling as advice and not an insult, that ~hows Rowe they want to be a part of the Cabrini team. The experienced members on the team are seniors Mike Tims and Steve McGowan, and captain Rich Grace, a junior. These players are the leaders, according to Rowe and other team players. They hav.e been playing for Cabrini for at least three years. Other returning players include first-year students Ted Smith and Kevin Breslin, and sophomore Mark Holtzapfel. During practice, the experienced players often try to help the new ones. This prevents Rowe from having to repeat drills over and over, Rowe said. One new player that is a benefit to the team is first-year student Daniel Dotsey. He has an ankle injury, but will be able to participate in games. This is Dotsey's first year playing for Cabrini, but Rowe said he· thinks he will be an asset this season. Smith said he feels the season looks good. The games in which they were defeated, they lost by three points. According to Smith, the three points the team lost by were a result of little mess-ups that could have helped them win. "Our coach expects us to go out and play hard," Smith said. Smith also said the team can hustle and put forth a lot of effort. According to junior Joe Koroly, the team's success can be based on the skill of the players. "We have a deep bench," Koroly said. "This team has a lot of power." _He said that if a player needs to be taken out for some reason, the replacement may have equal playing skills. When varsity team players are not able to participate in a game, this not only affects the varsity team, but the JV team as well. In order to supply the varsity team with a sufficient amount of players, teammates from JV will be moved up. Two of the players who did switch back and forth to help out JV are junior Rob Uff and firstyear student Far'd Nasir, who now plays on the varsity team for a majority of the time. That is one weakness the JV team will have to overcome. Another problem the team has to deal with is the lack of experience. According to Smith, they have played three away games in the past week. This can be a problem for new players who are not used to it. Although they have a few problems in their way, the team sounds confident. "The team is well balanced," Breslin said. "I think we have a chance at a successful season."

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Mack agreed with her coach. ''We have a strongshootingteam. We also have excellentball movement and execution of the plays," Mack said. '1 thinkwe willwin it all. We willgo to the National Collegiate Athletic Association playoffs. I thinkwewillalsowintheNationalCatholic Schoolstournamentin Iowa."

14 SPORTS Lady Cavs dominate by JusUn Mlrlgllanl staff writer The women's basketballteamdefeatedAllentown 70-65onDec. 2 Withthiswin,the teamhas jumped out to a 5-0 start this season. Fromthestartoftheseason,coachDan Welde had the teampreparingfor the Allentowngame.

Fm;t-yearstudentStephanieOwensaid,"We had been gettingready for the Allentowngame from the beginningof the season." The startingfive for Cabriniin the Allentown game were junior and team captain Patty Carr, junior Karen Lawrence, sophomores Megan Dillon and Kelley Kempton, and Owen. Carr came out of a shooting slump to hit severalkey three-pointersin the game. Carr ended up with a team-high21 points for the game. Owen scored 19 in the winning effort. Allentown showed that they were ready to play early on. With just underfive minutesto go in the first half, Allentownwas in controlwith a five-pointlead. The second halfwas a different story. The Cabriniteamturnedthe tide and went ahead by 19 points at one point in the game. Despite a late surge by Allentown, Cabriniwas able to secure the win by five. Welde said he thought this was a good win. "Allentownhas been a thorn in our side and we pulledthem out," Wel4e said There has been a rivalry between the two teams since Allentownjoined the Pennsylvania Athletic Conference. ..This game was a big rivalry,"Lawrencesaid. "We hadn't beatenthem in a while," Lawrence said 'This game was an all-aroundgood effort," first-yearstudentJen Mack said. It is a young team that takes the court for the Cabriniwomen's basketballteam this year. This year, the team roster consists of five first-year students and no seniors. Despite the lack of experienceon theteam, theteammembersandthe coach have high expectationsfor themselves. ''Wewillworkandbes~thisseason," Welde said Welde said he thoughtthe team had strong three-pointshooting. ''Becaose we have strongthree-pointshooting,it helps createspace inside. It also changesthe momentumin a game. It helped ils againstAllentown."

Lawrencesaidshe thoughtthe teamwas playing well as a team. ''We play as a teamnot as individuals,"Lawrencesaid. Lawrencealso said she was looking forward to the Alvernia game. "They beat us for the PAC championshiplast year," Lawrence said. "Our next goal is to beat them."

A few weeks ago, while the rest of the sporting world was busy striking, beyond the world of professional foot ball, and before the annual no-we-donot-have-a-champion world of the college football bowl games kick off, the best sport going today began. With an upset. ln the annual NIT college basketball preseason tournament, the underdogs from Ohio University defeated the Memphis Tigers to win the championship. Since that time, two teams have been ranked number one. Arkansas went down in their season opener, a big loser to UMass. Then, UMass was defeated by the Kansas Jayhawks the week after they were named number one. College basketball is off and running, and by far the best thing going today. And it is not even March. This year, there are more than ten teams that could stake a solid claim at becoming National Champions. Arkansas, the defending champs, return their entire lineup, and have to be the odds-on favorite, despite the loss to UMass. UMass also has a majority of their starting lineup returning from last season, and they should pose a threat to make it to the Final Four. North Carolina, behind super sophs Jerry Stackhouse and Rasheed Wallace, also could find their way to the title. As could solid teams from UCLA, Kentucky, Duke, Kansas and Arizona. Not to mention the best local team, the Villanova University Wildcats. That's right, ten seasons after Rollie's magical run to the title, the 'Cats are back.' Last year's NIT Champion is preparing to take a shot at the NCAAs this year, and head coach Steve Lappas has just the squad to do it. The best part is that Lappas, unlike his potbellied predecessor, has done the majority of his recruiting in Philadelphia. Big man Jason Lawson starred at Olney High School. The point guard combo of Alvin Williams and Jonathon Haynes is solid as well. Add into the mix, do-everything swingman Kerry Kittles, and the Wildcats have a team that could shock quite a few programs in America. All in all, as a sports fan, I could not be happier. The void left by hockey and baseball will be filled by the best sport around, college hoops.

Andre Agassi said his split with coach Nick Bollettieri last year devastated him, according to The New York Times. Yet with his new coach, Brad Gilbert, Agassi won the U.S. Open Tournament in September. He also climbed to a careerhigh No. 2 in world ranking. Riddick Bowe is the odd man in the heavyweight title picture, according to The New York Times. Bowe will try to fight his way back to the heavyweight title against undefeated Larry Donald. He has been inactive since losing his titles to Evander Holyfield in a close decision 13 months ago. Injuries and weight problems have hindered Bowe's career, but last Thursday he weighed in at 241 pounds before the 12round fight against Donald at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas. 1/18 Beaver H 8p.m. Sat. 1/21 Misericordia H 8p.m. Mon. 1/23 Eastern A 8p.m. Wed. 1/25 Neumann A 8p.m.

_I w_,_e_k_'s_R_es_u_11_s _I I PAC·standings I IComingup Men's Basketball Wed 11/30 Cabrini 104 Neumann 62 Sat. 12/3 Cabrini 60 Allentown 65 Women'sBasketball Wed. 11/30 Cabrini 70 Neumann 53 Sal 12/3 Cabrini 70 Allentown 65 Men's JV Basketball Thurs. 12/1 Sat. 12/3 Mon. 12/5 Cabrini 58 Cabrini 82 Cabrini 59 Penn-Ogontz 87 Allentown 85 Valley Forge 72 CORRECTIONS In the Dec. 2, 1994 issue, "Lady Cavs defeat Rosemont," first-year student Megan Righter was not named MVP, sophomore Megan Dillon was named MVP of the Notre Dame Toumamenl We regret the error. Father Knows Best: Who is the only NBA coach whose club scored 184 points in a game and lost? -compiled by Father Ambrose Men's Basketball w L Allentown 2 0 Beaver 1 0 Alvernla 1 0 Eastern 1 0 Cabrini 1 1 Neumann 1 1 Gwynedd-Mercy 0 1 Misericordia 0 2 Marywood 0 2 Women'sBasketball W L Misericordia Allentown Marywood Cedar Crest Alvernia Beaver 1 1 1 1 0 0 Cabrini 3 lmmaculata 2 Gwynedd-Mercy 2 Neumann 1 Eastern 0 Rosemont O 0 1 1 1 2 0 0 0 0 1 2 4 NORTH SOUTH Quote to Note: "This is a crucial time for us. The key now is to stay together as William a team" 'Thomas, linebacker for the Eagles, said. -reported in The Philadelphia Inquirer Men's Basketball Fri. 12/9 Washington Toum. A 6and8p.m. Sat. 12/10 Washington Tourn. A 6and8p.m. Tues.12/13 Alvemla H 8p.m. NCBT-Dubuque, Iowa. Wed. -Sun. Jan. 4-8 TBA Wed.

Friday, Dec. 9, 1994 j SPORTS Last week in the world of sports by Amy Jackson staff writer (JNBA Injuries are hindering the Knicks. Doc Rivers comes back to the Knicks after a knee injury to an overcrowded roster. The Knicks have contracts with 15 players and are considering trading. Although, due to the no strike-no lockout agrtement, they are finding negotiations difficult. Trading Rivers is one possibility for the Knicks. Yet, they have to consider that Rivers still has a $3 million contract with them. That contract lasts for a period of two years QNFL In professional football, Art Monk has caught at least one pass in his last 176 consecutive games. This Jets' player caught one more pass in his 177th game against the Patriots to tie records with Steve Largent. The Jets (6-6) and the Patriots (6-6) met for an intense game. The Patriots defeated the Jets 24-13. This defeat put the Patriots in l Sc;oreboard playoff contention. The start of the hockey season has been postponed for over 60 days. If the situation is not settled by the end of December, fans might not see an 84game schedule, the playoffs or a winner of the Stanley Cup. "We're not on strike. We're locked out. Big difference," said Wayne Gretzky, according to The New York Times. A group of pro-hockey players, led by Gretzky, will be playing in an exhibition game against a minor league team to kick off a six-game tour of Sweden, Norway and Finland. The trip is for goodwill and charity, but the players will come home if the official season starts. Meetings have been moved back to allow more time for negotiations. Owners want to make a commitment to the fans to play the 1995 season. Spring camps are expected to open on schedule. However, if the major league players are not ready, replacements will be used. The St. Louis Cardinals are considering a switch from artificial to natural turf at Busch Stadium. MarkLamping, chief executive, said they are doing research and a decision is expected within the next two weeks.

Women's Basketball Sat. 12/10 Lycoming H 7p.m. Tues. 12/13 Alvernia H 6p.m. Tues. 12/27 Holy Family Tourn. A 6p.m. Wed 12/28 Holy Family Toum. A 6p.m. NCBT-Dubuque, Iowa. Wed. Sun. Jan. 4-8 TBA Mon. 1/16 lmmaculata H 7p.m. Sat. 1/21 Cedar Crest H 6p.m. Mon. 1/23 Eastern A 6p.m. Wed. 1/25 Neumann A 6p.m.

Men's JV Basketball Sat. 12/1O Cecil County Mon. 12/12 Williamson Tues. 1/17 Williamson H 1 p.m. A 7:30p.m. H 7p.m.

•Trivia Answer: Nick Pitino, a coach for the Knicks (198889) is the only NBA coach whose club took over l,l00threepoint shots in a season. -compiled by Father Ambrose 15 Tap in to Mac by Bob Macartney sports columnist

Cavs invite Allentown to foul line

pholo by Jamie Latshaw top photo: Junior Ken Konopka accepts The Most Courageous Player award from Duncan Hubley, the men's soccer coach, at the sports banquet held on Sunday, Dec. 4. bottom photo: Sophomore Donna Schaeffer is recognized for her efforts on the court by tennis coach Reggie Day. JV suffers a loss by Lisa Hines staff writer The men's junior varsity basketball team challenged Allentown College, suffering a loss with a final score of 85 to 82. The game, he~d on Saturday, Dec. 3, at Allentown, was the fourth game of the season. This has the Cavalier's record standing at 1-3. According to Rob Rowe, the coach of the JV team, this was a good game with a lot of opportunities. Unfortunately, the team missed too many lay ups and foul shots. However, the Allentown game showed effort and enthusiasm. "They didn't give up," Rowe said. "They were down by 20 points and came back to lose by only three points." After a 30 point loss to Penn State- Ogontz, Rowe is impressed with the Cavs comeback. He said see more JV on pg.10

The men's varsity basketball The fouls flew and Allen~ me did a good job to come record of 1-1. team fouled their way to a de- town began to take advantage. back," Bowles said. According to Bowles and Jeff feat of 65-60 in a game against By the end of the game, Allen- Cabrini was down by eight Danzi, a first-year student, they Allentown College on Saturday, town was 29 for 42 at the foul with about eight minutes left in and their teammates need to Dec. 3. line while Cabrini was 10 for the game and closed the gap to work on teamwork. By the end of the game, the 23. 3 points with about one minute "I know we are better than Cavaliers committed a total of "We had no luck with our left, only to be stopped by fouls. the team that beat us," Bowles 42 fouls. shots," Ingo Zitzmann, a first- "We pressed too hard and said. "We just have to work as a "We have to cut down on year student and inju~ed team they got free throws," Zitzmann team." fouls or we'll continue to self- member, said. said. "We have not been shooting destruct and shoot ourselves in Zitzmann has yet to play this According to Dzik, the team the ball well," Dan Robinson, a the foot," John Dzik, head coach season because of his foot. He played poorly and did not play first-yel;U student, said. "We of the Cavs, said. is out with a stress fracture but as well as they could have. have only been hitting 40 perAccording to Dzik, Cabrini hopes to return soon. However, Thomas Newnam, cent of our baskets, but we have lost because they did not play According to Zitzmann, Ca- a first-year student, did stand a positive attitude." intelligently on defense. brini played hard defense, but out against Allentown. Newnam According to Robinson the Dzik said the team prepared Allentown kept hitting their led the team with 16 points and team will eventually come tofor the game by watching tapes shots. As a result, Cabrini got 12 rebounds. gether. of Allentown and doing the in "foul trouble." "Tom played a solid game," "W~ could put in 75 new ofusual practice drills. Nate Bowle·s, a senior, Dzik said. fenses and 75 new defenses but Cabrini shined in the begin- fouled out of the game about 10 According to Dzik, his play- we will not play well until we ning of the game and broke free minutes into the second half. ers must make a team effort in play as a team," said Dzik, at with a 12-0 lead. Bowles said he was not happy order to win. Tuesday's practice.

Athletics celebrate successful season by John Lindsay staff writer It was a night of honor and appreciation for the members of the fall sports team members. On Sunday, Dec. 4, the athletic department held their annual fall sports banquet. Many students were honored at the sports banquet. All the members of the fall sports team are honored for their participaiion. The evening began with a wine and cheese social at 3:30 p.m. in the cafeteria,which was followed with a buffet dinner at 4 p.m. The award ceremony took place in the atrium. The evening was attended by students, family and guests. Members of the championship men's and women's soccer teams were recognized for their accomplishments. The sportsbanquetwas organized by the athletic department. According to coach John Dzik, the reason for the sports banquet is to give us the opportunity to recognize the student athletes that have dedicated a lot of time and hours in support of college. Other students who were recognized were the team members who were selectedas all conferenceplayers. Severalcoaches were also recognizedfortheirachievementsasCoach of the Year. The men's soccer team awards beganwith the MostValuablePlayer, awarded to Michael Tims, a senior. The Most CourageousPlayerAward went to Ken Konopka, a junior. The Most Valuable Freshmen Award was received by Anthony Noel, a first-year student. Steven McGowan, a senior, was honored with The Most Improved Player Award. Thewomen'ssoccerteamawards were also given out. The Most Valuable Player Award went to Michele McG.owan, a first-year student. The Rookie of The Year Award was given to Cara Santelli, a firstyear student. The Most Improved PlayerAwardwas receivedby Denise Canaris, a first-year student. "I was really surprised," Santelli said. "I should give myself more credit. The award showed that I don't go unrecognized for the little things I do. I dido 't think I would get it but, I was really happy when I did. The award shows that I'm a lot better player than I thought." According to Santelli, she works hard all season, but others on team could have gotten the award because they worked just as hard and sometimes harder.

The cross country team country was also recognized this year. The Most Valuable Playerwas presented to Melanie Bruno, a senior. The Rookie of the Year Award went to Nicole Volikas, a first-year student. Kate Spires was honored with the Coaches Award. The women's field hockey team awarded ChrisCalvert,ajunior, with the Most Valuable Player Award. The Most Improved Player Award went to Denise Cassidy, a junior. The Coaches Award was presented to Erin O'Neill, a first-year student. The Rookie of the Year Award went to Tara Pfeiffenberger, a first-year student. The volleyball team members' awards started with the Most Valuable Player Award presented to Jill Saam, a senior. The Most Improved PlayerAward wentto ColleenAdair, a first-year student. Misty Lyons, a sophomore,was awarded this year's Rookie of the Year Award. The Coaches Award was received by Maria Lattanzio, a first-year student. The women's tennis team awards were given to team members. The Most Valuable Player Award was presented to Suzanne Stephano, a senior. Tennis team member Michaelle Mcllvanie, a sophomore, was awarded Most Improved Player Award. The Rookie of the Year Award went to Busakorn (Connie) Chantasasawat, a first-year student. Dzik said this banquet gives the athletic departmentthe chance to say thank you to all the athletes.

Paul Marturano Allentown did not score in about fouling out, but the team This loss gives Cabrini an staff writer the first quarter until the clock made up for it. overall record of2-2 and a Pennread 10:32. "The guys that came in for sylvania Athletic Conference

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photoby Jamie Latshaw