Preparing for May; .financi.al loans and •obligations

by Sharvon Urbannavage managing editor

The excitement of completing four years of college and finally being able to walk across the stage in front of friends and family, to be handed a diploma for those years of hard work, will be a defining moment in the lives of many graduating seniors. However, many seniors don't always focus on the financial obligations that await them once graduation day has ended.

will help ease the financial strain."

Among one of the hardest financial obligations to fulfiJI after college is the repayment of student loans acquired while in school. Graduating seniors who borrowed money through a student loan have a six-month grace period after graduation before repayment must begin. "If a student doesn't have a job yet or they choose to attend graduate school, they can write a letter asking for deferment of the payments," Harris said.

New SGA President Bernadette Hazel wants to hear from the students she represents. will take the complaint to a higher being heard, they cannot make a • forum. "I really want students to difference. know that they can do something about their complaints by letting me know about it and something can be done. Just complaining does not do anything, feel free to contact me anytime," Hazel said. Hazel and other SGA members can most likely be found in their office, which is located in the Widener Center next to the mailroom. Hazel wants students to know that without their voices

"Many graduates may get jobs where they have to relocate, which means they need to get an ap_artmentand pay rent for that apartment along with the utilities," Dr. Mary Harris, assistant professor of finance, said. Harris explained that there are more financial responsibilities than just the expected rent, car and loan payments.

Feel free to call the SGA office at: extension8415 or e-mail Hazel at: hazelnut_doughboy @yahoo.com.

Record high number of applicants

by Jen Smith staff writer

In the past few years, Cabrini • has been experiencing a record high number of applicants. Each year since the fall of 2000, the college has enrolled a larger freshman class that they have any previous year. With so many incoming freshmen, the question is left to be asked, "What is Cabrini's appeal?"

According to graduating senior Jamie Matozzo, the answer to that question is simple. "I think Cabrini's location and small size appeal to a lot of people, as does the reputation of a lot of the teachers and faculty at Cabrini, I think that is •a real big part of its intrigue."

The size and location of the school make it an ideal choice for students looking for an intimate educational experience. The ability to receive one on one attention from professors provides even the best students with a sense of security in their academic success.

Freshman resident Anita Joerger feels that the attention you are given from professors is a great addition to Cabrini's appeal.

"I would say that I do like the availability of my professors, it makes it easier for me to meet with them, and all of my professors have been very helpful." Said Joerger. For someone who is look- ing for a smaller educational environment, Cabrini's average class size of 18 and it's 14:one student faculty ratio offers the type of environment suited for such a prospective student.

Jamie Getka, Admissions Office Service Representative, feels that all of these reasons are contributing to Cabrini's overall appeal. "Cabrini is appealing to most students because of the small class sizes, student to teacher ratios, small student body, and peaceful campus setting." Said Getka.

Whatever the reason for the appeal, Cabrini continues to enroll more freshmen each year than any year before.

''Students have to consider their mode of transportation, and also their wardrobes if they get a job that requires business attire, and that costs a lot of money," she said. "If students stay at home with their parents and com.mute,it

Several students are already preparing for the anticipated finances after college by lining up jobs and apartments before graduation approaches. Senior Sarah Orefice, an education major, plans to get an apartment once she graduates. "I am working as a waitress during the summer but that is only until I get a real job," she said.

Senior Kim Campbell, an English/communications major, currently has a part-time job doing promotions for the morning show on 92.5 WXTU. She said, "I plan to look for a real job in broadcasting, but nowhere specific right now."