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Working Miracles In Swaziland MARGARET FOX-TULLY/SUBMITTED PHOTOS/ANNA SCHOLL/GRAPHIC DESIGNER

NICOLE OSUCH NAO722@CABRINI.EDU MANAGING EDITOR CHRISTINE GRAF ACG724@CABRINI.EDU ASST. NEWS EDITOR

“We are in the epicenter of a world crisis,” said Sister Barbara Staley, MSC in an

interview with The Loquitur.

Three-fourths of HIV and AIDS victims live in sub-Saharan Africa. Thirteen million African children are orphans because of the loss of one or both their parents from AIDS, according to Cabrini Ministries.

Since 1971, The Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus - the Cabrini sisters - have

been serving at St. Philip’s Mission in Swaziland, South Africa.

Today they provide healthcare to HIV and AIDS patients, care for orphans and vulnerable children, supply the elderly and HIV patients with food and food supplements and provide education and skills training for children in homesteads.

Recently Sister Barbara and

Sister Diane Dalle Molle, MSC invited President Antoinette Iadarola and the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Mission Margaret Fox-Tully to visit the Cabrini sisters and witness their work first hand.

“I came away from the visit with a great deal of respect, admiration and awe for the work that the Sisters do,” Iadarola said.

The Cabrini Sisters along with a staff of 15 look after 141 orphans, nine of whom are HIV positive.

Seven of the nine are receiving antiretroviral drugs. “The children have been exposed to great loss and abandoned in a world that most of us cannot even begin

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Homosexual community left voiceless JONATHAN BARNETT JEB724@CABRINI.EDU ASST. COPY EDITOR CHRISTOPHER BLAKE CRB724@CABRINI.EDU STAFF WRITER

“Anything that makes you different, people are going to find a problem with,” Bill Monahan said.

At first glance Monahan appears intimidating. Standing over 6 feet tall with jet-black hair and a thick straggly beard, he looks as if he has just jumped off his Harley Davidson motorcycle.

But his rainbow tie-dye bandanna seems to contradict his overall demeanor; it tells a story that words sometimes cannot. It adds character to his already colorful personality.

Monahan is a sophomore English and communication major at Cabrini College. He has been “out of the closet” since late in his high school career. Monahan explained that he has been very open about his sexual orientation during his time at Cabrini, but he does not feel that it should define him.

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Cabrini College does not currently have a support system available for the gay community on campus.

Students wishing to find support must rely on outside groups in their local community.

“Being gay is only a part of my life and sometimes it comes across that being gay

is who I am. It seems that it is my identity, but it’s only part of my identity,” Monahan said.

There is something missing for Monahan, something that Cabrini’s campus does not pro-

vide for him, at least not now.

Cabrini does not currently offer a Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) or any similar diversity club.

“Not having a group on campus has been difficult, but you find others. You find other groups and you move on. What is important is that you have somewhere and someone to call home and family,” Monahan said.

According to a brochure of Cabrini’s office of Student Development, the school “is committed to providing our students with an ‘education of the heart’ that facilitates their holistic development as individuals and helps them to grow in their concern for others.”

A major focus of Cabrini’s strategic five-year plan, which began in the 2007-2008 academic year, is to hire a Director of Diversity Initiatives. At present, the formation of a group dedicated to supporting gay students on campus is left to student initiative in the form of a club. In addition, the initiative may come

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Whose to blame?

Administration or students?

If you were a gay student in high school, looking at colleges, would you want to attend somewhere that didn’t have an organization or club that is dedicated to other gay students? If you did decide to come to Cabrini and once you were here and realized that you wanted a club that caters to you, would you want to start one?

On the other hand, how would you feel if you were walking down the hallway, and as you look to your right, you see two females kissing each other good-bye? Turning the corner, you then come to see two males hand-in-hand as they walk up the steps. How would that make you feel?

For some, the thought of being gay would never cross their mind, because in their minds it is unnatural. Others on the other hand may be quite comfortable with it, and prefer being with gay people and find their lifestyle intriguing.

Regardless of how one may feel, reality is there are many gay people in the world today, living, breathing and working around you.

Coming out of the closet could be the hardest thing a person could endure in their life. Depending on the situation they are in, the people around them could accept them or completely deny their choices.

Living at Cabrini may be a difficult obstacle to overcome for a gay student. With no available group to be a part of that supports their lifestyles, anyone may stay to themselves instead of interacting with others for fear of being mocked.

Why doesn’t Cabrini have a group that supports gay students? Is it because it’s a catholic school and they don’t agree with the decisions a gay person may make? Or is it because no students have been proactive enough to come forward and try to form a group? This is a good question to ask the candidates for the new president of Cabrini.

Other Catholic universities in the area have support groups for their gay community. St. Joseph’s, which is only a short distance from Cabrini, has a large group named S.T.O.P. that dedicates a week to gay pride. Why doesn’t Cabrini?

Growing up, we learned to accept everyone that we come in contact with. That is how our generation as well as the others that follows us perceive others. However, generations older than us have a less open mind when it comes to gay relationships.

Is it really the older generation with less open beliefs not allowing these kinds of organizations or is it the lack of student persuasion? If you are passionate about something, you should follow through and work hard for what you believe in.

Maybe it isn’t Cabrini administration discriminating against the gay community at all. Looking at other groups on campus, such as organizations that support eating disorders or depression are out there, started by adults are all on Cabrini’s campus.

From hearing about interviews with different gay people around Cabrini, they are not looking for an organization through counseling services. If they wanted counseling they would go to a psychiatrist.

Organizations to better the students and overall feeling of the campus are important for a college or university to survive. It’s up to the students however to bring about these changes wanted.

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Career fair offers campus future job opportunities BRITTANY MCLEOD ASST. SPORTS EDITOR BLM726@CABRINI.EDU

A number of government agencies found in the Philadelphia area paid a visit to Cabrini on Wednesday, Feb. 20.

The Southeast Pennsylvania Consortium for Higher Education (SEPCHE) sponsored a government career information fair in the Grace Hall Atrium.

Students from colleges around the region visited tables that featured government agencies such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Internal Revenue Service, the Pennsylvania Department of Environment Protection and the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

The agencies featured were happy to speak to students about recruitment and positions open for jobs. Each agen-

cy discussed the qualifications and skills necessary in order to acquire a government-based job with prospective students.

With an assortment of informational packets, each agency provided sufficient material for any approaching student interested in a government career.

Susan Lawson, a member of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, discussed possible internships offered for students interested in science or engineering.

“Most people don’t even know we exist.All of our interns come out of the program saying it is a wonderful experience,” Lawson said.

City Year, a program designed to unite young adults aged 1724 from diverse backgrounds for a challenging year of full-time service and leadership, had representatives from around the area at Cabrini to recruit candidates.

Rachel White, a Senior Corps member, informed students of the organization’s search for members that can demonstrate a strong commitment to improving schools and communities.

“It doesn’t matter what you major in. Diversity is something we are very direct about.

It doesn’t matter what you plan to do in the future, you can help out no matter what,” White said.

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President visits Cabrini sisters in Swaziland SWAZILAND, Page 1 to imagine,” Sister Barbara said.

“One of the saddest things was that there was a child talking about losing parents and siblings without much emotion. The children live with so much death it seems so matter-of-fact,” Fox-Tully said.

In the midst of all the loss the children have experienced at such young ages, Fox-Tully describes a peacefulness she felt as she watched the children sing and perform traditional Swazi dances.

“It was clear that the children are very well cared for and that if the Sisters were not there the orphan children would have no future.”

Although the children are orphans Sister Barbara strives to keep them connected with extended family and the Swazi culture. The sisters know each child individually and the specific needs of each child. Their goal is to provide a safe environment where the children can be children and don’t have to be preoccupied by the many stresses that are in their lives.

The typical day for the orphans begins when church bells ring at 5:30 a.m. They wake up, dress, have a simple breakfast of porridge and complete their household chores.

They attend school at 8 a.m., which is paid for by the mission.

The educational program educates 120 children and gives them the opportunity to continue their education and have a better future.

Lunch consisting of beans and rice with gravy is provided by the government. After school they are tutored, eat dinner, shower, clean laundry and dishes and prepare for bed. The children are distributed medications and multivitamins to treat malnutrition, scabies, worms and chronic conditions such as tuberculosis and kidney disease. Before the lights are turned off the children, led by the staff, engage in prayer.

The Home Based Care program serves approximately 200 people and offers care to those ailing and dying from AIDS, tests for HIV, provides people with the proper treatment and offer transportation to treatment centers. Without the sisters there, many people would not receive life-saving treatments.

“It is something else when you go there and see the needs of people with HIV and AIDS. It is so overwhelming,” Iadarola said.

The scarcity of food can be attributed to the drought that the region has been experiencing for the past 20 years. In response to the problem, Cabrini Ministries has launched an agricultural project that provides water for food and creates income for approximately 200 people and serves the children in the hostel.

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President Antoinette Iadarola took a trip to Swaziland to witness the work of the Cabrini sisters. Iadarola is looking for ways to support the mission of the Cabrini sisters.

In a lack of government to help with the crisis there is aid coming from CARE and from the United States through the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief or PEPFAR.

Iadarola is looking into ways to support the Cabrini sisters’ mission through partnership. She sees opportunities for Cabrini students to offer educational aid teaching English in Swaziland.

“I hope that we are bringing hope for a future and that we are adding to the quality of life for the people that we serve,” Sister Barbara said.

Gay community in need of support HOMOSEXUALITY, Page 1 from staff in the counseling service when they perceive a need.

“We have a process in place through the student activities office to respond to students interested in forming organizations, and counseling services has taken the initiative to sponsor several student support groups when they perceive that there is an expressed need or interest among students in having them do so. To date, we haven’t been approached by students about forming a group around this interest,” Dr. Christine Lysionek, vice president of student development, said.

Kathryn L. Stewart, Esq., is a Youth Law Project attorney for Equality Advocates in Pennsylvania, which was formerly the Center for Lesbian and Gay Civil Rights.

“A GSA or similar student club provides a safe place for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning (LGBTQ) and allied students to discuss anti-LGBTQ bias and allows students to educate their school community about reducing LGBTQ harassment and increasing tolerance and acceptance,” Stewart said.

Laura Piantini, now a sophomore at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, came to Cabrini as a freshman in 2006.

“I was looking for a specific club, maybe a respect or diversity club, and when

I did not find that, I felt let down in a way,” Piantini said.

Early in her first semester, Piantini attended an event that showcased all of the clubs and organizations available and found that there was not a single diversity club on campus.

“I felt that if other Catholic colleges had GSAs and clubs similar to that, then it was time for Cabrini to step up and do the same,” Piantini said.

Cabrini currently still lacks a GSA while other Catholic colleges in the Philadelphia area have created support systems for homosexual students. St. Joseph’s University has created Students for Tolerance, Openness & Pride (S.T.O.P) and Misercoridia University established its Ally Program to support the LGBTQ population.

Eastern University, Cabrini’s conservative Christian neighboring school, has started a homosexual support group as well called Refuge.

“Before Refuge there was no GSA or any other organization that modeled itself as a safe place for LGBTQ students at Eastern University,” Emily Pfizenmayer, 2007 Eastern University alumna and former Refuge student president, said.

Pfizenmayer explained that although Refuge is not an official group at Eastern, the vice president and dean, as well as university faculty and alumni support it.

Homosexual students attending a school that does not offer a group may have the option to turn to their local community for support.

The Main Line Youth Alliance (MYA) located in Wayne, Pa. was formed 10 years ago.

The group’s main focus is to provide a safe place where kids can talk openly about issues they are having as LGBTQ youth.

“I think that any type of organization that accommodates or educates developing individuals, especially between the ages of 1824, is ignoring a significant number of kids by not having a gay support group,” Sarah Sterling, MYA group facilitator and adolescent health educator at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, said.

“We probably have students at all different stages in their human development. We have students open about their sexual orientation who feel comfortable living in this environment but we also have students struggling to find who they are and they would benefit from having a safe place to talk about those things,” Lysionek said.

“I would hope if you’re not going to support my sexual orientation you would at least accept me because I am not going to change for anyone and I would not ask anyone to change for me,” Monahan said.

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Sophomore English and communication major Bill Monahan, far left, attends a Mainline Youth Alliance (MYA) meeting. The group meets every Friday at the Central Baptist Church in Wayne, Pa.

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Campus staff donate time, help to rebuild Norristown community CHRISTINE GRAF ASST NEWS EDITOR ACG724@CABRINI.EDU

The chance to assist others by donating time and physical labor to better the Norristown community through Cabrini’s Habitat House arose for the Cabrini College community Friday, Feb. 15.

This opportunity caught the attention of staff members Colleen Poole, an education field experience supervisor, and Brian Quirk, assistant director of cooperative education and career services.

“It (Habitat) was something I’ve always wanted to do and after reading the articles in The Loquitur about the Habitat for Humanity trip to New Orleans I was inspired,” Poole said.

Cabrini College is sponsoring a Habitat for Humanity project for the 50th anniversary of the college.

Cabrini faculty, staff, alumni and students are all working together to help fund and build this $70 thousand house which will provide affordable living to a family located in the college’s partner community of Norristown.

Poole and Quirk participated in what Habitat calls build days, where volunteers from Cabrini College work from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The volunteers must watch a safety video and receive basic training from the Habitat staff before they get down and dirty doing various tasks such as, siding the house, installing insulating and caulking.

“This habitat project is a neat concept because it allows all of the Cabrini community to participate as opposed to just one specific group. This puts the meaning of community building

behind the name Cabrini House,” Renee Roff, a junior education major and participant, said.

Although volunteers provide most of the labor, Habitat requires partner families to invest in so many hours of labor, called “sweat equity,” into building their homes and the homes of others.

Bridget Flynn, a junior education major and a member of the Habitat club on campus, said that although the work is not always easy it gives you unique experience.

“You do things with Habitat for Humanity that you would not normally do, which gives you valuable life skills that you might not have ever learned,” Flynn said.

Flynn recalls one particular experience she had with Habitat when a house was complete and they held a house warming ceremony.

“There were so many different people there who helped make the house possible, and it was a good feeling to see strangers celebrating a goal they all worked to accomplish for a family in need,” Flynn said.

Flynn’s sister Kathleen Flynn, a freshman communication major, found it was a good way to get involved on campus and meet new people.

“At the end of the day you can see the progress you made on the house and feel a sense of accomplishment.” You realize you are not just building a house, you are “making a difference,” K. Flynn said.

“The staff was so friendly and patient. They really are amazing people to be able to explain the process each day to new people. It is just a great organization,” Poole said.

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The Cabrini community is currently working together to fund and build a house in Norristown through Cabrini’s Habitat House. The house will provide affordable living to a family once it is completed.

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Supreme Court protects medical companies ROBERT KALLWASS STAFF WRITER RHK722@CABRINI.EDU

The supreme court passed a law on Feb. 20 which protects companies that produce medical devices from lawsuits by the consumer. In an 8-1 decision, the court says that certain items can go through intensive testing done by the Food and Drug Administration. If it passes, the companies cannot be held responsible for failures or misuses of their devices.

Government looks to aid homeowners

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Cathy Yungmann, associate professor of communications enjoys making a sundae. Offered in Jazzman’s now is at least one fair trade coffee a day. The coffee in the student restaurant catering is 100 percent fair trade and the bananas in all locations are now fair trade.

Campus offers fair trade bananas ALICIA COOK STAFF WRITER ARC725@CABRINI.EDU

In the past two years Cabrini has begun to offer fair trade coffee. This year, Sodexho Food Services’ contribution to fair trade has become even more significant because Cabrini is now one of the few college campuses that offer fair trade bananas.

Coffee is no longer the only fair trade product offered at Cabrini. On Feb. 1, fair trade bananas were available on campus. On Feb. 20 a fair trade banana- split event was held in the Wolfington Center to honor Sodexho Food Services for their help in bringing fair trade bananas on campus.

“We wanted to celebrate, recognize and thank Sodexho for their commitment by throwing a little party or event,” Dr. Mary Laver, director of applied Catholic social teaching, said.

Fair trade coffee was first available at Cabrini last year in hopes of starting a growing trend of fair trade products on campus. Catholic Relief Services and student activists have been working with Sodexho, members of the faculty and Cabrini’s food services and retail staff, on spreading the awareness of fair trade on campus.

Fair trade is an approach to purchasing products as directly as possible from the growers or producers in struggling communities around the world. This way, the profits remain in those areas and strengthen them so people don’t lose their farms or businesses.

Drew Niemann the general manager of food services at Cabrini has been one of the many

people who have been working on fair trade on Cabrini’s campus since the start. “I like to think that we are working on this initiative together,” Niemann said. “This year we have been working with a group of students who have great ideas.”

Senior English communication majors Patricia Sheehan as well as Yadira Toledo and junior psychology and special education major Jessica Zawrotny are the CRS fair trade ambassadors this year.

“We proposed the idea [to bring fair trade bananas on campus] to Sodexho here at Cabrini way back in September,” Sheehan said.

“Then we had to talk to fair trade banana distributors in the area. It was a tedious process and a lot of people contributed to the goal.”

Just as everyone hoped, fair trade is now growing at Cabrini.

“Jazzman’s now [offers] at least one fair trade coffee a day, the coffee in the student restaurant catering is 100 percent fair trade and the bananas in all locations are now fair trade,” Niemann says.

Out of all the fair trade products, why bananas? Coming from South American developing countries, “bananas are the up and coming thing as far as fair trade goes,” Sheehan said. “It was a big goal for us for the year.

We wanted to get more products on campus and spread the word.”

The Cabrini students who were invited to the banana split event were mostly freshman who may be interested in becoming involved in fair trade or other social justice issues at Cabrini.

The reason for freshman, rather than seniors, is because “they are the future and they can take

their ideas on throughout their college years,” Laver stated.

Events in the past such as the fair trade coffee tasting, the holiday craft sale have made an impact on campus. Due to the success of those events, now not only is the banana split event taking place, but in addition the second annual “fair trade wallyball” tournament took place on Wednesday, Feb. 27 at 3 p.m., in the Dixon Center squash courts.

While the hopes are high to bring more fair trade products on campus, ideas of ways to bring awareness and interest to Cabrini and the collaboration of everyone involved is an ongoing process. Drew Niemann said, “I hope it expands to things beyond food and beverage. I would love to see this thought process [of fair trade] become part of the culture here on campus.”

The process which is involved in bringing fair trade products on campus is not an easy task.

Although it can be stressful, students at Cabrini are the perfect people to take initiative. “College students are the trendsetters in the world,” Mary Laver said. “Our main goal is to keep the fair trade engine running.”

Next steps and new ideas are always being generated and put into action by the CRS fair trade ambassadors and their supporters.

According to Sheehan, fair trade activists on campus are currently working on starting an official fair trade club on campus, and bringing more products to Cabrini.

Neimann said that the next steps of the process are focused on “to get others to join the fight.”

The government plans to step in to help with the large mortgage crisis which many people in the United States are now facing. Some homeowners are finding themselves paying off a mortgage that is higher than the price the house is actually worth. It is mostly large loan banks who are pushing for help from the Bush administration and from Congress.

Shite militia extend cease-fire in Iraq Muqtada Sadr announced that his militia will continue their cease-fire agreement in Iraq for another six months. U.S. military officials respect his agreement and state the importance of the cease-fire is to help lower the violence in Iraq. At the same time they are worried about Sadr’s ability to control his militia. Many insurgents are against the cease-fire and some have broken the cease-fire on their own choice.

Castro’s brother rises to power The National Assembly of Cuba elected Paul Castro to take Fidel’s place to lead Cuba. This will be the first presidential change for Cuba in 49 years. Paul states that even though leaders are changing, he plans to run the country as his brother before him had and not much will change. Cuba’s parliament voted in 77 year old Jose Ramon Machado Ventura as the first vice president.

Oil prices are not only hurting the U.S. Rising oil prices are hurting the middle class economy throughout the Middle East. Inflation in the Middle East is due to many reasons besides oil, but the recent rise in prices have sent a lot of people into poverty and in some cases has stirred up violence. Many more wealthy countries are able to deal with the rising oil prices and fight inflation problems, but for the less fortunate countries it is causing a drastic fall in the middle class.

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World of diversity, prejudice still exists IN MY OPINION

JONATHAN

BARNETT

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If we were all made in the image and likeness of God, then what does he look like? Would it matter to you what color hair he had? What

about the color of his eyes?

How many people would care about his skin color?

How many people would be angry with me for even asking questions like these?

We live in an age where it’s difficult to find people that look exactly like us.

It can be especially hard at times to find people who share the same exact beliefs as us. So why, in a world so diverse, is there still a prob-

lem of prejudice today?

I would think that people are so busy with their own lives that they wouldn’t have the time to worry about drawing a separation line between themselves and everyone that doesn’t act, believe or look the same as them.

People need to get on with their lives. They need to wake up and realize that discrimination just isn’t an option anymore.

Lately I have been having trouble understanding people and the things they say. The other day someone told me that the people with the most difficult vote in the upcom-

i n g election were African American women.

The conversation progressed and it was explained to me that they had the most difficult vote because they were women and African American. That is to say, they will have trouble de-

ciding who to vote for, the white woman or the black man.

I feel like I must be the only one to see an issue with that statement because I have mentioned it to other people and they agree with it. Am I crazy for thinking there should be more to a vote than the sex or race of the candidates?

I couldn’t believe that so many people I know feel this way. It seems absurd in a sense because a statement like that is basically admitting to the fact that what the

candidates stand for means absolutely nothing.

I would prefer to do research on the candidates and see what they plan to

CAP puts on more than just shows ANDY STETTLER GUEST WRITER ADS725@CABRINI.EDU

It’s strange to think that only two years ago, Open Mic Nights were small enough to be held in Jazzman’s Café. Now with Open Mic nights such as the Feb. 21, Open Mic “Mike’s Night,” which was held to benefit Cabrini’s own student, Mike Dunphy and family, it seems that even Grace Hall is becoming too small to hold the monthly events. But is there more to these Open Mic Nights then meets the audiences’ ear?

In my opinion, Cabrini College has done a great favor for its aspired songwriters by not only holding Open Mic Nights, but also promoting them all throughout campus. By doing so, we, the musicians, are forced to push ourselves either into embarrassment or a transcending creative formula of philosophizing, writing and perform-

ing, which are three of the toughest areas for any song artist.

By holding so many per year, each artist has the chance to see what the other artist is doing, noting musical techniques, melodies and messages that one can then incorporate and possibly use in their own works.

It seems to me that Cabrini’s CAP Board is unconsciously educating the college’s musicians on core musicianship that is not being taught in any of our classrooms. However, these Open Mic Nights are not just a lesson in musicianship; they are a lesson in public speaking and confidence as well. One must be self-taught in the art of good stage presence which, for some, is a much harder concept to grasp than any communications or business theory.

The college itself also helps its musicians in several other ways, one being the offering of musical in-

strument lessons including piano, voice and even guitar. I, myself, am in the process of taking piano lessons this semester and I am finding class credits to be a motivation tool that would have been useful five years ago when I quit after two months of guitar lessons from a private store.

In the future it would be nice to see the college help its songwriters even further by offering more music classes such as more digital audio production courses, more than two poetry workshop courses and maybe a music history class that involves genres more involved with today’s culture such as rock, R&B and pop music. After all, with such a beautiful campus, a few more classes aimed toward the education of songwriters would not only create yet another offered major, but also widen the muses of Cabrini College’s music artists of the future.

do for my country. As of late, it seems there aren’t too many people who feel that way. I bet that if I looked at the statistics they would display the ultimate truth to me.

My vote, as a 21-yearold Caucasian male, would be split between the white man running or, if I am a part of the MTV and BET generation, the black man.

I am sorry to burst people’s bubble but in no way will

someone’s skin color or sex get in the way of such an important decision. I would be extremely offend-

ed if someone so much as uttered who I should vote for based on my age and race. If anyone is singled out this way they should be just as offended.

My grandfather once told me, “When you get into writing for papers and showing your work and opinions to the public, you’d better be careful because someone can come along and twist your words and make a fool out of you.”

He is absolutely right There is a chance that people will look at this article and be upset by it. There will be people who feel the

same way I do about it as well.

I am not afraid to speak my mind, especially if an injustice is taking place.

What kind of place would this world be if we were afraid to stand up for what we believe?

Unfortunately, that last statement could be taken and twisted in order to work for someone else’s more cynical agenda as well. The point is that we should not be afraid to ex-

press our feelings, especially those that would help another person.

I know what I believe and I feel that if you want to be heard, you have to take a stand and accept that not everyone is going to like what you have to say.

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Support the home team

NICOLE

DUGGAN

STAFF WRITER NLD723@CABRINI.EDU

Looking around the gym before one of our games a few days ago, I was disgusted. I would never guess that I go to a school with 1,600 other students. I think maybe I saw three other students on the bleachers.

A girl on my team actually counted that there were 20 people there for the start of our game and that included parents.

As a member of the women’s basketball

team here at Cabrini, I take a lot of pride in my school.

I would think that most people would. It’s really hard for me to believe that we have so few students, friends, that come to our games.

I’m not even just saying for women’s basketball, I’m basically talking about almost every sports team here in general. I feel like it has to be a senior night or an alumni game day just to get people to come.

I’ve been to other schools for sporting events and they have so much student support. I’m not even saying they are bigger schools; I’m talking about other small schools like ours.

I’m not even asking for people to come and sit for the entire 40-minutes of a basketball game or the

entire 90-minutes of a soccer game. Just stop in for a few minutes and show your support for the school.

If you are working out in the gym upstairs, take a break for 10 minutes and come and watch some of the game going on. It’s just so weird to me that we have so many successful athletic teams at our school but people don’t always show their support for them.

I understand that men’s games might be more fast paced than women’s, but we deserve the same attention and respect that they do.

I hope students will consider what I’m saying and try to make more of an effort to show their support for the athletic teams here at Cabrini.

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Internships: many perks to hands-on skill IN MY OPINION

RYAN

KIRBY

STAFF WRITER REK722@CABRINI.EDU

Forty hours a week in the office, 10-15 hours a week at events and another 10 hours a week driving in rush hour traffic. Sounds like the hectic lifestyle of a rich VP for a big company right?

Wrong, it’s an unpaid internship.

Landing the internship of your dreams isn’t as far out of reach as you might think. Just a few weeks ago I had my spring classes scheduled and thought that the internship I had been trying to get didn’t work out. But at the last minute I got a call to come in for an interview and got the position.

Now I am in the human resources department of Comcast-Spectacor, the company that owns the Sixers, Flyers, Wings, Phantoms and the Wachovia Complex, along with many other subsidiary companies.

Working in human resources gives me the opportunity to see what works and what doesn’t for potential intern and job candidates. So after seeing the mistakes candidates make first hand, I have some advice for those of you who might be looking for an internship.

What many students and graduates fail to realize is how important it is to get your foot in the door. You can’t have a salary requirement or “blinders” on when it comes to the position you want. Getting your foot in the door means sacrifice and hard work and yes, in most cases not getting paid.

That doesn’t mean you will never see any extra benefits. I have received tickets to a sold out con-

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Students look to interships for real-world experience in the job market. cert that our department is attending, DVD’s from the Flyers, and the opportunity to meet players, coaches, and other entertainers.

You have to realize that most companies do most of their hiring internally, so if you get the internship realize that you have the inside track to getting hired and have a huge advantage over outside applicants. Not having money for a few months is rough but if you

get the job with that company it would be more then worth it.

The Co-op department here at Cabrini is always a great resource to use when finding your internship but sometimes you need to take matters into your own hands and go find the internship yourself.

Go on the Web site for the company that you are interested in and find out what their intern program

is like, send emails to their human resources department and get your resume out there as much as possible.

If you are successful and able to get an interview then make sure you put yourself in the best position possible to answer the questions the right way. Know a little bit about the company, be prepared to answer questions like what are your strengths and weaknesses, and show up on time and dress professionally.

Also it is really unnecessary to have a four or five page resume at this point. I mean, working at Chuckee Cheese for a month when you were in ninth grade is great but it doesn’t mean anything to a potential employer. They know you don’t have much experience.

It’s more about being honest and making a positive first impression. You can have the greatest resume in the world but if you aren’t personable and don’t interview well it won’t get you anywhere.

Hey, Ma, your thong is hanging out!

Think about it, we go to

IN MY OPINION school on the Main Line,

CHRISTY

ROSS

STAFF WRITER CLR725@CABRINI.EDU

I recently read an article in New York Magazine called “Up with Grups.” The article referred to “grups” as 30- or 40somethings who walk, talk and act like a 21-year-old.

As I read the article, I kept thinking to myself about how true it actually was.

how many 30- or 40-yearolds do we see walking around in their Juicy Couture jumpsuits, $200 pair of jeans, with their iPods plugged tightly into their ears?

During the day is not the only time they can be seen. The night seems to bring out the best in them.

As a bartender at Brownies 23 East in Ardmore, I see a lot of shameful things happen that many will probably fully regret in the morning. What’s worse, half of the people doing these shameful, embarrassing things are our 30- or 40somethings.

Considering this is

mainly a college bar, it is humorous to see the older crowd packing in with the college kids on Friday night for Happy Hour.

The drinking is only half the problem. Their stomachs probably haven’t had that much alcohol in them since their first frat party at college but somehow they manage to hang in there with some of the Main Line’s thirstiest college students.

I’m not one to say they shouldn’t go out and have a good time, but there is something to be said about a 40-year-old dancing all over a junior in college.

Maybe a nightclub isn’t the right place for them.

Just last week I saw a

man probably as old as my father with a parade of college girls around him while he threw down $100 bills and bought them all numerous rounds of shots.

From experience, people, especially girls, will not turn down a free drink, no matter whom it’s from.

This guy probably thought he was on top of the world but when he finally ran out of money those girls ran so fast for the nearest exit. I would normally feel bad for someone who just got played but in situations like this one, he should have known better.

People generally don’t like the feeling of getting older; birthdays soon become “just another day”

right after 30.

I guess dressing the way they do, acting the way they do and even going out and drinking they way they do is just giving them the feeling that they still have it in them, that despite their age they still can have a good time.

The only problem with that is, most people, especially teenagers, don’t see it that way. We see a 45year-old man trying to be 21 all over again, and that just does not work.

I wouldn’t want to see my parents acting this way and I’m sure I can vouch for a lot of other kids who wish theirs wouldn’t either.

The one trying issue for me has been that I am not a human resources major and have no experience in the field, but that’s why you need to be ready to be flexible. I have a ton of video production background and that’s really the department I hoped to be in.

Nonetheless, after working here for less then a month I have been able to introduce myself to the video production department and now am able to work Flyers and Sixers games.

If you really want your foot in the door you have to be ready to make the appropriate adjustments, even if it means doing something that might be out of your comfort zone.

The internship experience is only what you make of it. Being courteous, personable and professional goes a longer way than most potential interns can imagine.

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Happier, healthier life: reasons to go organic basic elements, such IN MY OPINION from as copper, lead, arsenic and

BRITTANY

McLEOD

ASST. SPORTS EDITOR BLM726@CABRINI.EDU

Did you know that you ingest almost 20 different pesticides a day? Chlorinated hydrocarbons, organophosphates, carbamates, carbaryl, aldicarb and inorganic pesticides made

mercury are just a few of the 250 different types of pesticides companies use on their agricultural crops.

According to HelpGuide.org, organically- grown produce reduces the potential health and environmental hazards posed by pesticides, genetically modified organisms, irradiation and additives. Pesticides can cause developmental delays, behavioral disorders and motor dysfunction and can even infect children in the womb.

It is estimated that over 70 percent of the food in the grocery store is geneti-

cally modified. Still, under current FDA regulations, companies are not even required to label the foods we eat as genetically engineered. There are a number of problems that can arise from genetically modifying food. For instance, altered DNA could decrease levels of important nutrients in a crop.

It is incredibly hard for a college student to maintain an organic eating habit, especially at Cabrini, which tells us to “Look for the No-GMO’s sticker!” in the cafeteria, which I never see. Some may argue that organic food is way too expensive for their budget, but

when you think about it, it has got to be worth it in the long run. Plus, the cost for organic food is continually decreasing as its availability is on the rise. Organic foods have more nutrients, taste better and just simply make you feel better.

Knowing that the food you are consuming is pure and wholesome is satisfying in a way that no other food can produce.

Organic produce contains more antioxidants.

HelpGuide.org says food scientists at the University of California found that organically grown fruits and vegetables show significantly higher levels of can-

cer-fighting antioxidants than conventionally grown foods. Pesticides and herbicides reduce the production of phenolics—chemicals that act as a plant’s natural defense and are also good for human health. Organic fertilizers, however, appear to boost the levels of these anti-cancer compounds.

Some of the foods we eat every day that are highest in pesticides include apples, grapes, cherries, nectarines, celery and potatoes. Food products with “natural” on the side do not qualify as organic. To be sure, look for the USDA Certified Organic seal that is required. Your local gro-

cery store should have a selection of organic foods but if not, you can always ask them to carry more organic products. There are a number of supermarkets dedicated entirely to natural and organic foods, such as Whole Foods Market. To find one near you, check out WholeFoodsMarket.com.

Though it may be pricey and difficult to manage, having an organic lifestyle is a having a healthy lifestyle. The health impacts of non-organic food are detrimental. By simply being aware of what we put into our bodies we can live a happy, healthier life.

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Alhambra palace in Granada, Spain. It was once the residence of Muslim kings and their court. It is currently a museum and exhibits Islamic art.

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Cabrini student Delta Benoit and others at a bullfight during their time in Spain.

ASST. FEATURES EDITOR BLW723@CABRINI.EDU

Imagine waking up in a foreign country, looking out the window and seeing the narrow streets of Granada.

For breakfast, a jug of milk that has been left out since it’s been purchased, now sits on the table next to a box of Cheerios.

Class begins in 20 minutes and it takes 15 minutes to get to the university.

While in class, not a word of English is uttered by fellow student or teacher.

Studying abroad is an option some students take advantage of during their college years.

Through this experience, self-understanding, independence and global awareness are all concepts that students develop on trips abroad.

Traveling abroad teaches students how to manage life on their own and delivers memories that last a lifetime.

Junior English and communication majors Delta Benoit and Jack Jonas spent last fall semester studying abroad in Granada, Spain.

Fortunately Benoit and Jonas had the opportunity to spend time together along with other fellow Cabrini students on the trip and also time apart which delivered a better opportunity to immerse themselves within the Spanish culture.

They went to Granada through Cabrini College’s study abroad program, which is under the control of Dr. Nicholas Uliano, assistant professor of romance languages.

Dr. Uliano has headed the program since the reorganization and expansion of the program in 2002.

“I hope that all students who study abroad come back with a better appreciation of a culture they don’t usually have and of course, learn to speak the language and come back with something that they can’t learn in the United States,” Uliano said.

He decided to head the program because of his own experience studying in Spain through Penn State University as a Spanish major. During his stay, he fell in love with Toledo, Sevilla and Salamanca.

During his plight as supervisor of the program, Cabrini began three study abroad programs of their own where students can travel to London, Rome, Australia and other countries through affiliations with other schools.

One of his favorite experiences with the difference in culture was when he studied abroad. He and a classmate mustered up the courage to ask out two girls to the movies.

Spain was a repressive, closed and strict society under the rule of former dictator Franco when he stayed there, where unmarried women could not go out with strangers without a chaperone.

At the movies that night, the girls, Dr. Uliano and his friend were accompa-

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Many upperclassmen may find it difficult to prepare for internships and co-ops. Students can prepare themselves by knowing what their goals are and working hard to reach them.

Following the interview, it is suggested that students ask politely for business cards from the interviewer as well as anyone else they met along the way.

Writing thank-you notes is also an excellent way to become noticed even after the interview.

“I am actually interning right now for

Perfect Weddings so I remember that before the interview it’s good to get a good night’s sleep and remain calm,” Brooke Young, junior English and communication major, said. “Think about what your goals are and what you expect from the company the night before so you don’t stutter when you’re talking.”

JACK JONAS/SUBMITTED PHOTO

Group photo including Cabrini students Jack Jonas and Delta Benoit.

Study abroad: Cabrini in Spain BRITANY WRIGHT

Strategizing interviews for internships and co-ops causes the one headache that Cabrini’s upperclassmen dread most of all.

Stress surrounds juniors and seniors, especially in the month of February, to prepare groundbreaking interviews that could help land them a position for their desired co-op or internship.

What are the most beneficial ways to go about these types of interviews?

“Successful interviewing for any type of employment opportunity requires practice and research,” Nancy Hutchison, director of Cooperative Education and Career Services at Cabrini, said. “People have to know themselves, their skills, their abilities and speak about how this will benefit a particular organization.”

Students are advised to do online research for the company or school district that they are interested in, prior to the interview.

According to Hutchison, making an effort to attend school board meetings, checking with local Chambers of Commerce, joining a professional trade association and utilizing the Philadelphia Business Journal are all ways to get ahead.

“Preparation is key. Know your goals both academically and professionally,” Brian Quirk, assistant director of Cooperative Education and Career Services, said.

It is wise for juniors and seniors to associate themselves with several different people to become more educated about a certain business or organization.

Students are urged to realize the importance of being well-prepared and at ease during the interview.

Another tip is to develop questions for

the interviewer in order to appear more professional.

“Know what you are looking for in the position,” Quirk said. “Why are you considering this particular position or field?

Think of the skills required for the specific position and evaluate if your skills match the job description.”

The significance of the resume could not be stressed enough. It should be reviewed by a student’s adviser, the career center or a trusted family member or friend well before the interview day.

Whatever transferable skills that a student has and can apply to the company is what the interviewer wants to hear.

“Don’t be discouraged if you do not have a lot of material for your resume because statistically many college students do not have a lot of work experience,” Quirk said. Practicing speaking skills, having a positive attitude and preparing for any type of question that might be asked is greatly encouraged.

“I have not experienced an interview yet but I have one coming up,” Christina Clark, senior elementary and early childhood education major, said. “I want to find out what the organization is, what they expect, their teaching style and their curriculum. I am also creating a portfolio so I can show my best work that I have done over the past for years, such as lesson plans.”

Students in this situation must dress professionally, prepare a portfolio and have more than one resume handy. “Candidates should know how long it will take them to reach the interview location and arrive 10 minutes early,” Hutchinson said.

It is vital to keep a traditional outfit in mind and avoid wearing heavy perfume, after shave or excess jewelry. There should be absolutely no sign of cigarette smoking or coffee on the candidate’s breath.

nied by the grandmother of one of the girls, as a fifth wheel.

Fortunately for them, she opted not to sit between them but in the back of the theater.

Other students have had experiences as culturally diverse as the movie incident.

For instance, one student went over and met his family for the first time in Italy and ended up helping out with the family vineyard. Another student went over to Spain, improved his language skills immensely and met a wonderful girl and now both of them travel back and forth to see one another.

Dr. Uliano suggests that any student considering traveling abroad should contact him and their advisor to discuss their voyage.

Any student with a GPA of 2.5 or higher may or may not be qualified to study abroad.

By allowing a year to prepare where and when the trip will take place is

the average amount of time students take before their trip.

Students tend to be hesitant about going abroad because of the fear of future home sickness or missing out on events on campus.

The best advice that he gives for a prospective student is to do research about where and when they want to go.

If any doubts are in their minds, discuss the matter with him or with students who have gone.

During their interview, Benoit and Jonas reminisced about the exchange rate between American money and euros, the gorgeous cities and streets of Spain, the nightlife and the headaches caused by attaining a VISA to study abroad.

“We ordered a plate of papaya that should have only been 8.5 euros. We ended up paying 42 euros for the meal. In American dollars that’s about $95,” Jonas said about one of his first experiences dining out

with friends in Spain.

Finding ways to get around the city proved difficult for the two students but after a week or so they became accustomed to their daily routes.

“Traveling abroad makes you more mature and it makes you confident to do things on your own.

Coming from Connecticut to Pennsylvania, it was difficult to adjust to being away from home. Going to Spain helped force me to face the reality of living on my own,” Benoit said.

They adjusted to the differences in culture and had a well-rounded nightlife in Tapas (Tapas is similar to hors d’oeuvres) Bars.

They overcame the twominute showers, the misanthropy from the Spanish to Americans and realized that the Spanish need to learn how to refrigerate their milk.

Loquitur welcomes your comments on this story.

Please send your comments to: Loquitur@googlegroups.com.

Spring break: grab these gadgets and go An otterbox protects your iPod from water damage. Now there is no limit to where an iPod can go. Take it in the ocean or in the pool.

No matter where the destination is, a digital camera is an essential gadget to have to capture all your spring break memories.

Make sure that the camera is charged and you have plenty of batteries and an extra memory card.

Want a camera that can be a part of all the underwater fun?

The Olympus Stylus 720 SW is a camera that allows you to go as deep as 10 feet in the water. Now it’s even easier to take tons of pictures no matter where you are.

Another gadget to consider is a portable photo printer. You an can be keep it in the room. It’s light and easy to be carried.

If there are pictures that need to be printed immediately there is a convenient printer at your disposal.

With all of these exciting gadgets there is no limit to the fun you can have while you are away this spring break.

CHRISTINA MICHALUK ASST. FEATURES EDITOR CMM736@CABRINI.EDU

It’s that time of year again, where college students finally get a break from their studies. Spring break is almost upon us.

Every student has certain gadgets they cannot live without.

“I extensively use my phone and laptop everyday,” James Tsao, a freshman biology major, said.

Before heading on that perfect trip there are a few gadgets that students should consider bringing along.

Taking a road trip? A navigation system will help you get to your final destination without any unwanted detours.

A navigation system can be an addition to make the trip a little less chaotic. The system will be a new-found friend that can serve as a tour guide.

A portable DVD player can be useful if you are traveling far distances.

It can be something entertaining to have for either a long flight or something to do in the car as long as you aren’t the one who is driving.

“I’ll be in Italy over spring break so my portable DVD player and iPod are essential for my long plane ride, but besides that I will just be enjoying the beautiful scenery and the culture with my digital camera,” Elissa Salantri, junior business major, said.

For students who are traveling outside

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Loquitur welcomes your comments on Spring break is upon us and it’s time to leave the books at home and head to the beach this story. Please send your comments to: with these great gadgets!

Loquitur@googlegroups.com. The editors of the country don’t forget to bring an out- an outlet converter is crucial. will review your comments each week and let converter for all of the electrical items.

Don’t forget to pack an iPod. It can give make corrections if warranted.

Without it electrical cords won’t fit into the you something to listen to whether you are socket. lounging around being lazy on the beach, A transformer to change the voltage on a plane or driving to your destination. shouldn’t be necessary. Most electronic Another gadget that can be very helpful devices will reset to the proper voltage, but for your trip is the new otterbox for iPods.

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JACK JONAS/SUBMITTED PHOTO

Alhambra palace in Granada, Spain. It was once the residence of Muslim kings and their court. It is currently a museum and exhibits Islamic art.

JACK JONAS/SUBMITTED PHOTO

Cabrini student Delta Benoit and others at a bullfight during their time in Spain.

ASST. FEATURES EDITOR BLW723@CABRINI.EDU

Imagine waking up in a foreign country, looking out the window and seeing the narrow streets of Granada.

For breakfast, a jug of milk that has been left out since it’s been purchased, now sits on the table next to a box of Cheerios.

Class begins in 20 minutes and it takes 15 minutes to get to the university.

While in class, not a word of English is uttered by fellow student or teacher.

Studying abroad is an option some students take advantage of during their college years.

Through this experience, self-understanding, independence and global awareness are all concepts that students develop on trips abroad.

Traveling abroad teaches students how to manage life on their own and delivers memories that last a lifetime.

Junior English and communication majors Delta Benoit and Jack Jonas spent last fall semester studying abroad in Granada, Spain.

Fortunately Benoit and Jonas had the opportunity to spend time together along with other fellow Cabrini students on the trip and also time apart which delivered a better opportunity to immerse themselves within the Spanish culture.

They went to Granada through Cabrini College’s study abroad program, which is under the control of Dr. Nicholas Uliano, assistant professor of romance languages.

Dr. Uliano has headed the program since the reorganization and expansion of the program in 2002.

“I hope that all students who study abroad come back with a better appreciation of a culture they don’t usually have and of course, learn to speak the language and come back with something that they can’t learn in the United States,” Uliano said.

He decided to head the program because of his own experience studying in Spain through Penn State University as a Spanish major. During his stay, he fell in love with Toledo, Sevilla and Salamanca.

During his plight as supervisor of the program, Cabrini began three study abroad programs of their own where students can travel to London, Rome, Australia and other countries through affiliations with other schools.

One of his favorite experiences with the difference in culture was when he studied abroad. He and a classmate mustered up the courage to ask out two girls to the movies.

Spain was a repressive, closed and strict society under the rule of former dictator Franco when he stayed there, where unmarried women could not go out with strangers without a chaperone.

At the movies that night, the girls, Dr. Uliano and his friend were accompa-

TOM GRALISH/MCT

Many upperclassmen may find it difficult to prepare for internships and co-ops. Students can prepare themselves by knowing what their goals are and working hard to reach them.

Following the interview, it is suggested that students ask politely for business cards from the interviewer as well as anyone else they met along the way.

Writing thank-you notes is also an excellent way to become noticed even after the interview.

“I am actually interning right now for

Perfect Weddings so I remember that before the interview it’s good to get a good night’s sleep and remain calm,” Brooke Young, junior English and communication major, said. “Think about what your goals are and what you expect from the company the night before so you don’t stutter when you’re talking.”

JACK JONAS/SUBMITTED PHOTO

Group photo including Cabrini students Jack Jonas and Delta Benoit.

Study abroad: Cabrini in Spain BRITANY WRIGHT

Strategizing interviews for internships and co-ops causes the one headache that Cabrini’s upperclassmen dread most of all.

Stress surrounds juniors and seniors, especially in the month of February, to prepare groundbreaking interviews that could help land them a position for their desired co-op or internship.

What are the most beneficial ways to go about these types of interviews?

“Successful interviewing for any type of employment opportunity requires practice and research,” Nancy Hutchison, director of Cooperative Education and Career Services at Cabrini, said. “People have to know themselves, their skills, their abilities and speak about how this will benefit a particular organization.”

Students are advised to do online research for the company or school district that they are interested in, prior to the interview.

According to Hutchison, making an effort to attend school board meetings, checking with local Chambers of Commerce, joining a professional trade association and utilizing the Philadelphia Business Journal are all ways to get ahead.

“Preparation is key. Know your goals both academically and professionally,” Brian Quirk, assistant director of Cooperative Education and Career Services, said.

It is wise for juniors and seniors to associate themselves with several different people to become more educated about a certain business or organization.

Students are urged to realize the importance of being well-prepared and at ease during the interview.

Another tip is to develop questions for

the interviewer in order to appear more professional.

“Know what you are looking for in the position,” Quirk said. “Why are you considering this particular position or field?

Think of the skills required for the specific position and evaluate if your skills match the job description.”

The significance of the resume could not be stressed enough. It should be reviewed by a student’s adviser, the career center or a trusted family member or friend well before the interview day.

Whatever transferable skills that a student has and can apply to the company is what the interviewer wants to hear.

“Don’t be discouraged if you do not have a lot of material for your resume because statistically many college students do not have a lot of work experience,” Quirk said. Practicing speaking skills, having a positive attitude and preparing for any type of question that might be asked is greatly encouraged.

“I have not experienced an interview yet but I have one coming up,” Christina Clark, senior elementary and early childhood education major, said. “I want to find out what the organization is, what they expect, their teaching style and their curriculum. I am also creating a portfolio so I can show my best work that I have done over the past for years, such as lesson plans.”

Students in this situation must dress professionally, prepare a portfolio and have more than one resume handy. “Candidates should know how long it will take them to reach the interview location and arrive 10 minutes early,” Hutchinson said.

It is vital to keep a traditional outfit in mind and avoid wearing heavy perfume, after shave or excess jewelry. There should be absolutely no sign of cigarette smoking or coffee on the candidate’s breath.

nied by the grandmother of one of the girls, as a fifth wheel.

Fortunately for them, she opted not to sit between them but in the back of the theater.

Other students have had experiences as culturally diverse as the movie incident.

For instance, one student went over and met his family for the first time in Italy and ended up helping out with the family vineyard. Another student went over to Spain, improved his language skills immensely and met a wonderful girl and now both of them travel back and forth to see one another.

Dr. Uliano suggests that any student considering traveling abroad should contact him and their advisor to discuss their voyage.

Any student with a GPA of 2.5 or higher may or may not be qualified to study abroad.

By allowing a year to prepare where and when the trip will take place is

the average amount of time students take before their trip.

Students tend to be hesitant about going abroad because of the fear of future home sickness or missing out on events on campus.

The best advice that he gives for a prospective student is to do research about where and when they want to go.

If any doubts are in their minds, discuss the matter with him or with students who have gone.

During their interview, Benoit and Jonas reminisced about the exchange rate between American money and euros, the gorgeous cities and streets of Spain, the nightlife and the headaches caused by attaining a VISA to study abroad.

“We ordered a plate of papaya that should have only been 8.5 euros. We ended up paying 42 euros for the meal. In American dollars that’s about $95,” Jonas said about one of his first experiences dining out

with friends in Spain.

Finding ways to get around the city proved difficult for the two students but after a week or so they became accustomed to their daily routes.

“Traveling abroad makes you more mature and it makes you confident to do things on your own.

Coming from Connecticut to Pennsylvania, it was difficult to adjust to being away from home. Going to Spain helped force me to face the reality of living on my own,” Benoit said.

They adjusted to the differences in culture and had a well-rounded nightlife in Tapas (Tapas is similar to hors d’oeuvres) Bars.

They overcame the twominute showers, the misanthropy from the Spanish to Americans and realized that the Spanish need to learn how to refrigerate their milk.

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Spring break: grab these gadgets and go An otterbox protects your iPod from water damage. Now there is no limit to where an iPod can go. Take it in the ocean or in the pool.

No matter where the destination is, a digital camera is an essential gadget to have to capture all your spring break memories.

Make sure that the camera is charged and you have plenty of batteries and an extra memory card.

Want a camera that can be a part of all the underwater fun?

The Olympus Stylus 720 SW is a camera that allows you to go as deep as 10 feet in the water. Now it’s even easier to take tons of pictures no matter where you are.

Another gadget to consider is a portable photo printer. You an can be keep it in the room. It’s light and easy to be carried.

If there are pictures that need to be printed immediately there is a convenient printer at your disposal.

With all of these exciting gadgets there is no limit to the fun you can have while you are away this spring break.

CHRISTINA MICHALUK ASST. FEATURES EDITOR CMM736@CABRINI.EDU

It’s that time of year again, where college students finally get a break from their studies. Spring break is almost upon us.

Every student has certain gadgets they cannot live without.

“I extensively use my phone and laptop everyday,” James Tsao, a freshman biology major, said.

Before heading on that perfect trip there are a few gadgets that students should consider bringing along.

Taking a road trip? A navigation system will help you get to your final destination without any unwanted detours.

A navigation system can be an addition to make the trip a little less chaotic. The system will be a new-found friend that can serve as a tour guide.

A portable DVD player can be useful if you are traveling far distances.

It can be something entertaining to have for either a long flight or something to do in the car as long as you aren’t the one who is driving.

“I’ll be in Italy over spring break so my portable DVD player and iPod are essential for my long plane ride, but besides that I will just be enjoying the beautiful scenery and the culture with my digital camera,” Elissa Salantri, junior business major, said.

For students who are traveling outside

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Don’t forget to pack an iPod. It can give make corrections if warranted.

Without it electrical cords won’t fit into the you something to listen to whether you are socket. lounging around being lazy on the beach, A transformer to change the voltage on a plane or driving to your destination. shouldn’t be necessary. Most electronic Another gadget that can be very helpful devices will reset to the proper voltage, but for your trip is the new otterbox for iPods.

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Arts & --Arlt§ & Entertainment Emittcerttaulmimmcem Open ‘Mike’ night fundraises for family

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Mike Dunphy performs with his friends, Eric DiSantis and Ryan Barrett.

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Mike Dunphy and Emma Brumfield perform Beatles’ classic hit, “Come Together”

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The Cabrini community, friends and family gathered in Grace Hall on Thursday, Feb. 24 to support junior Mike Dunphy, and his family after a fire over winter break destroyed their Somerton home, possessions and memories.

Prizes were raffled off and food was available but support was the real reason for the cavaliers to get together.

Dunphy has been an active participant in Cabrini’s Open Mic nights. CAP Board decided to give back and make this Open Mic Night, “Mike’s Night.” Friends including juniors Eric DiSantis and Ryan Barrett performed with Dunphy himself as the grand finale.

Overall, $1,600 was raised to help get the Dunphy’s back into the swing of things.

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Whitney Ford performs Jewel’s, “You were meant for me” and “Lean on Me,” by the Temptations.

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Eric DiSantis, Mike Dunphy and Ryan Barrett perform numerous numbers for the Cabrini community who came out to support the good cause.

John Johnson on drums, Andy Settler singing/guitar and Matt Warren on the keyboard perform to benefit the Dunphy’s family.

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Mike Dunphy performs “Rolling on the River,” by Tina Turner for his audience.

Marcella DiSandro performs “Smile,” from the “My Girl” soundtrack for the Cabrini community.

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Spice Girls were reunited on tour together around the world for their reunion show. Many of their fans from the 90’s as well as new young fans gathered to see the girls.

Reunion tour spices up the stage JAKE VERTERANO ASST. A&E EDITOR JCV722@CABRINI.EDU

Scary, Baby, Ginger, Posh, Sporty. Anyone who grew up in the ‘90’s is familiar with these names. They are the nicknames to the world famous Spice Girls.

The Spice Girls are ending their reunion tour in the N.Y./ Pa. area and fans are rushing to get their hands on tickets.

“When I first heard about the concert I got so excited,” Carolyn Sweeney, a sophomore education major said. “Seriously, I cried a little bit. I love the Spice Girls.”

The girls announced their big comeback in June of 2007 at an exclusive press conference. Geri Halliwell, Emma Bunton, Melanie Brown, Melanie Chisum and Victoria Beckham would rekindle their Girl Power for a world tour of Spice.

The tour officially kicked off in Vancouver on Dec. 1, 2007. Since then the tour has gone worldwide and entertained millions of fans.

I had the opportunity to attend the show twice, on Feb. 11 in Newark, N.J. and on Feb. 13 in East Rutherford, N.J.

Fans were so eager to see the girls when I arrived at the concert. They were screaming and jumping up and down in the parking lots!

“Spice up your life!” Emily Jablonski, a theatre major at Salisbury University, said to the fans as they walked by them.

Jablonski wore a red boa and red pumps as she was dressed as Ginger Spice for the evening. I myself wore a bikini top and afro wig as Scary Spice. It was definitely necessary for the spicy evening that was about to happen.

After nearly an hour of waiting, the lights turned off and images began appearing on the huge LED screens. The girls as children were portrayed and suddenly changed to their sexy images of the ‘90s. The five pop stars slowly came up from the stage and danced around to their hit “Spice Up Your Life.”

“I was so excited! I couldn’t believe I was watching my childhood idols!” Michaela Enriquez, a sophomore business major, said.

The girls wore a ton of new outfits, including Halliwell in an updated version of her infamous Union Jack dress.

During the finale the girls came out in boxing robes with their own unique style added to it.

Almost all of the girls’ big hits were performed in-

cluding “Say You’ll Be There,” “Stop,” “2 Become 1,” “Mama,” and their most popular song, “Wannabe.”

“The crowd was so electric,” Kristen Madison, a law student at Columbia University, said. “They sang the lyrics to every song, including their new single, ‘Headlines.’”

The girls all had their own moment to shine with their own song. Scary performed a sexy version of “Are You Gonna Go My Way” while Baby performed “Maybe.”

Ginger performed a risque version of “It’s Raining Men” and Sporty performed her own hit single in “I Turn To You.” Posh is the only girl who did not sing but did her own catwalk to “Like A Virgin.”

“I especially loved how Victoria Beckham tried not to smile the entire concert,” Raechel Verterano, a special education teacher in Branchburg, N.J., said.

The concert proved to be a success as fans went home singing their own favorite Spice hit.

“This concert was just amazing,” Jen Cela, a nursing major at Raritan Valley Community College, said. “It just made me appreciate my friends and family in a way I never thought I would. That’s the power of girl power.”

What shows are you excited to see return?

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“Entourage. That’s all I watch.”

Justin DiPasqual, sophomore business major

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“I have to say a combination between Desperate Housewives. Not going to lie and Grey’s. I love me some Grey’s.”

“Desperate Housewives. It is such a great show.”

“Law and Order: SVU. It’s our favorite show.”

Adam Newborn , freshman bio chemistry major

Jen Stuart, sophomore business major

Meghan Monroe and Kayli Traina, sophomores crimnal psychology major

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Treasure-hunting couple DANIELLE FEOLE ASST. A&E EDITOR DV727@CABRINI.EDU

CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS DIANA VILARES

“Fool’s Gold,” released on Feb. 8, is an action-filled comedy. It is a film about a couple who gets divorced because of their differences and are brought back together because of their similarities.

Ben Finnegan, (Matthew McConaughey) is a good-for-nothing husband who is a huge surf bum. He has a deep passion for the sea, which led to his love for treasure hunting. He is determined to find the legendary eighteenth century Queen’s Dowry, which consists of 40 chests of exotic treasures. These treasures have been lost at sea since 1715.

In his intense search for riches, the relationship with his wife Tess, (Kate Hudson) fails. The problem with their marriage is after a two-year treasure hunt together, Tess is ready to mature and move back to Chicago and become a journalist, while Ben wants to stay in his fairy-tale treasurehunting life. Ben finally finds a plate that may be able to unlock where their long-lost treasure may be.

Tess works aboard a yacht owned by

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a billionaire, Nigel Honeycutt (Donald Sutherland) trying to make money and get her life back together. Fin maneuvers himself onto the billionaire’s yacht and with his glamour and charm, convinces the billionaire and his prissy, celebrity daughter, Gemma (Alexis Dziema) to join his pursuit for the Spanish treasure.

The movie is full of the disappointments

that Ben gives Tess and has a love story packed inside of a comedy. It is a movie that both women and men can enjoy.

Many people can relate to the problems in different relationships throughout this movie. Fool’s Gold helps you to appreciate the relationships that you have in your life.

Philly’s theater of the absurd

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Cabrini’s acting professor, Gerre Garrett, performs in The Idiopathic Ridiculopathy Consortium in South Philadelphia. She was Wanda in the play “Wanda’s Visit.” theater of the absurd. The production stars CHRISTOPHER BLAKE Cabrini College acting professor, Gerre STAFF WRITER Garrett, in three short plays concerning the CRB724@CABRINI.EDU absurdity of love and loss.

“I think anything that gets you out and A beautiful woman gracefully slides her hand across the black tabletop. Feel- into the city is a great thing. This type of ing a gentle caress a man turns his head theater is rarely done. It’s in a funky space from the brilliantly lit red stage. A smile and there is no other theater company dospreads across his face as he leans into her ing theater of the absurd,” Garrett said.

The show runs from Feb. 17-28 at the body. His lips touch hers. Their connection L’Étage Cabaret at Sixth and Bainbridge brings warmth to the dimly lit room.

Throughout the night great passion was streets just seconds from Philadelphia’s inseen on and off the stage at the Idiopathic famous South Street.

Directed by Tina Brock, a long-time naRidiculopathy Consortium. tive to the Philadelphia theater circuit, the The what?

The Idiopathic Ridiculopathy Consor- show features “Wanda’s Visit” by Christotium is the title of South Philadelphia’s pher Durang, “Ohio Impromptu” by Samu-

el Beckett and “Frenzy for Two, or More”

by Eugène Ionesco.

Garrett masterfully owns the spotlight in “Wanda’s Visit,” a laugh-out-loud comedy about Jim (Bob Schmidt) and Marsha (Corinna Burns), a couple married 13 years with little excitement until Wanda, Jim’s high school sweetheart, comes to town.

Garrett was in a league of her own as she controlled the stage leaving the audience desperately seeking more of her. The performance ends in a heated escalation leaving Jim to say, “Wanda’s visit helped stir us up in a good way.” Only to have Marsha add, “Now if only we were happy.”

In “Ohio Impromptu,” Michael and Tomas Dura powerfully possess the stage performing the unique Beckett script. The two actors sit at a table dressed in vintage black robes. As Michael Dura reads from a book, Thomas Dura pounds the table with his fist. In the end Dura reads, “Nothing is left to tell,” leading the audience to ponder the deeper meaning.

Perhaps the most absurd of all three performances is the Ionesco act. An unhappily married couple played by Corinna Burns and Brian Adoff hilariously controls the stage as they verbally fight back and forth about their relationship and the sticky situation they find themselves in. Burns and Adoff showcased amazing chemistry in their breathtaking performance. Garrett pleased the crowd by appearing as the neighbor’s wife in the end of the show.

The theater provides the audience with an intimate setting as the 75-minute show runs. Chemistry between each of the actors was very strong throughout the three performances.

“The theater community in Philadelphia is big enough to be fun but small enough to feel a strong sense of family, similar to Cabrini,” Garrett said.

Placing his arm around her shoulder the lovers walk towards the exit. The lights flash off. Yet another night has passed.

CAP Board presents the Drew Davis Band on Thursday, Feb. 28 in the Marketplace. Country fans are invited to wear their best cowboy hat and shine their boots and celebrate at 6 p.m. For more information about this event contact Anne Filippone at 610-902-8407.

Teacher Torture Selected professors and faculty have accepted a challenge by the senior class to do something Extraordinarily Embarrassing. From March 10 - 13 between 12-2 p.m. in Jazzmans the class of 2008 invites students to vote for the professor or faculty member whose embarrassing act you would most like to see. The professor or faculty member with the most money raised will perform activity that he/ she has agreed to. The class of 2008 is raising money to fund the construction of the kitchen in a Habitat for Humanity project in nearby Norristown.

For more information email SeniorGift2008@gmail.com.

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Cabrini students, faculty and staff are all welcome to meet with Cabrini presidential candidate Marie George on Thursday, Feb. 28 at 6 p.m. in the Dixon Center. George will also be speaking on Friday, Feb. 29 at 10 a.m. in the Widener Lecture Hall at 11 a.m. in the Set Lecture Hall and at 3 p.m. in Founder’s Hall room 351. A reception will follow the forum and there is no need for an RSVP. For more information please contact Lisa Shimada at 610-902-8206.

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The Black Student union is having a screening of Stomp the Yard on Friday, Feb. 29.

Check out the event and make it the last hurrah before Spring Break! The showing starts at 8 p.m. in the Widener lecture Hall. For more information on this event contact Lisa Mills at Lkm723@cabrini.edu

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Stay in shape with Cabrini Intramurals SHANNON KEOUGH ASST. COPY EDITOR SEK723@CABRINI.EDU

Spring intramurals are now underway.

This semester, the Dixon Center is offering intramural soccer, basketball and possibly softball.

Intramural sports are a chance for nonathletes, as well as athletes, to participate in their favorite sports. Although the rules of the game stay the same, the pressure is not as intense.

No try-outs are necessary to play on a team and it’s as simple as gathering friends or classmates and assigning each person to a position. There is a small forfeit fee that will be returned to the team at the end of the season if the team does not forfeit any games.

A player who wants to partake in the games, but does not have a team is

considered a free agent. The player should fill out a form to express interest and then the teams can select the free agent to join their team.

Intramurals don’t require too much of a commitment from each player. Although the team is expected to attend all games, it’s not necessary for all team members to be present; here simply has to be enough teammates to play. The duration of the season lasts from four to six weeks, with a commitment of one to two hours per week.

Assistant director of recreation Orlin Jespersen said that there is a variety of players involved in intramurals. He thinks the majority of teams include non-athletes because the athletes on campus often have busy schedules.

Another big difference between intramurals and college sports is that these are co-ed. Although there are many all-

male teams, Jespersen would like to see more women get involved.

The intramural soccer teams began playing their games on Feb. 19. The intramural basketball team is scheduled to begin playing on March 12. All of these games take place in the gym.

He would like to have a softball intramural sport this semester, but there hasn’t been enough support. He is still interested in doing so if he can get more teams together as soon as possible.

Flag football may also make a comeback this semester if there is enough participation.

There are currently three teams signed up.

If interested, contact Jespersen to sign-up.

If there is an intramural sport you’re passionate about that isn’t offered, talk to Jespersen about getting one started. He’s more than willing to help students when possible.

Why play intramural sports? There are

many different reasons. “It’s good to get out and work off some energy,” Jespersen said. He said it could be that students may have played a sport in high school and miss the competition but can’t fully commit to a varsity sport. Also, there are students who want to get involved in activities on campus or maybe just to have fun.

If intramurals still feel like too much pressure or time-commitment, there are times that the gym or field are designated for playing different sports. These openplay times don’t require any registration and students can come and leave whenever they want. Sports offered in open-play are ultimate Frisbee, soccer, basketball and volleyball.

For more information on these sports, visit cabrini.edu/intramurals, see Jespersen in Dixon Center Room 201A or e-mail him at orlin.j.jespersen@cabrini.edu.

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Falardeau ‘doesn’t miss a beat’ in athletic department DIANA TRASATTI ASST. COPY EDITOR DLT722@CABRINI.EDU Since Director of Athletics Leslie Danehy left her post in November 2007, Assistant Athletic Director Jeff Falardeau has been working to ensure that the Cavaliers don’t miss a beat.

Falardeau began his position asAssistant Athletic Director at Cabrini five years ago, but his roots in athletics don’t begin there.

He is a former basketball and soccer player from Lisbon Central School. He continued playing the two sports at Potsdam State, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in industrial labor relations. In 2000, Falardeau received his Master’s degree in sport management from Indiana State.

Falardeau then moved on to the University of Virginia, where he served as the Facility Coordinator. He acquired the position of assistant men’s soccer coach at Potsdam State from 2002-03. After his years at Potsdam, he received the position of Assistant Athletic Director at Cabrini.

Falardeau’s frequent moves from New York to Indiana, Virginia and Pennsylvania prove that he has little fear venturing into the unknown.

“It’s part of the profession. It’s something you have to be prepared for. You have to have a willingness to move in order to obtain your goals,” Falardeau said.

Cabrini’s athletics department has made significant strides forward under

Falardeau’s leadership.

“The entire department has really stepped up during this transition to a new director. We are like one big team and each and every one of us has done an outstanding job,” Falardeau said.

He was a part of the force that strived to renovate Cabrini’s old lacrosse and soccer field into a respectable mini-stadium. The effects of the transformation cost $1.3 million and equipped the field with a Sprint Turf surface, bleachers, a press box, lights and a scoreboard.

Not only has Falardeau lobbied for better field conditions, but he also takes an active role in all 18 varsity teams. He enjoys being able to enhance the student athlete experience and being around the student athletes and coaching staff when they succeed.

“He’s a hard worker and a loyal guy. He supports all the teams here,” head coach of the men’s basketball team Greg Herenda said.

Some of Falardeau’s favorite Cabrini memories include seeing the construction of the new turf field, hosting the first ever National Collegiate Athletic Association men’s lacrosse 2nd championships and planning the women’s basketball team’s trip to Madison Square Garden. But it’s the closeness of the Cabrini community, that he especially enjoys.

“One of the pleasures of the job is it’s almost a family-like atmosphere,”

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Assisstant Athletic Director Jeff Falardeau speaks with junior Jessica Hagerty while at the men’s basketball game against Eastern University on Feb. 18.

Falardeau said.

Falardeau’s dedication to athletics and Cabrini is apparent, and within his current role his schedule has become even fuller.

More meetings and longer hours have become a part of his daily routine, but he has kept the athletics department on a smooth path.

“He’s done a nice job keeping everything going with the flow,” Jennifer Langley, a

Cabrini athletic trainer, said. “He works closely with the coaches and getting everything done that needs to be done.”

“At the end of day I love what I do.

If you invest yourself 100 percent great things will happen and I have the pleasure of seeing those things occur on a daily basis at Cabrini,” Falardeau said.

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Thursday, Feb. 28 NBA Draft ends eventfully The NBA draft ended with a bang on Feb. 21. An 11-player deal, involving the Cavaliers, Bulls and Sonics was made right before the deadline. Other major deals involved Shaquille O’Neal being traded to the Phoenix Suns, Jason Kidd moving to the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers receiving Pau Gasol.

Newman wins the Daytona 500 Ryan Newman won the Daytona 500 on Sunday. The top five was rounded out

by Kurt Bush, Tony Stewart, Kyle Bush and Reed Sorenson. This year was the 50th running of the historic race. Newman received a little push during the last three laps from teammate Kurt Bush to take the lead from Stewart.

Swimming at ECAC Tournament (TBA)

Friday, Feb. 29 Softball at 2008 Beach Blast - Norfolk, Va. (TBA) Track and Field at Seton Hall Invitational - South Orange, N.J. (All Day)

Saturday, March 1 Softball at 2008 Beach Blast - Norfolk, Va. (TBA) Women’s Basketball- PAC Championships (TBA)

Sunday, March 2 Flyers lose 10th straight before win against Buffalo The Philadelphia Flyers fell to the Florida Panthers Saturday night. The game went into overtime, with the score tied 1-1 at the end of the third period. This loss marked 10 in a row for the Flyers. Flyers’ center Mike Richards tore his left hamstring during the third period after he crashed into the net. The final score was 2-1 with the Panthers’ Oli Jokinen scoring the game-winning goal. On Monday, the Flyers finally broke their streak with a 4-3 shootout win over the Buffalo Sabres thanks to forward Daniel Briere.

Tennessee moves into top spot The Tennessee men’s basketball team became the No. 1 team in the NCAA with their victory over Memphis Sunday night. Memphis was undefeated going into this match up. The game was very close the entire time, ending with a score of 66-62. The last time that the battle for the top spot was fought by two teams from the same state was in 1998.

Woods wins fifth victory Tiger Woods won his fifth straight worldwide tournament, with a victory at the Accenture Match Play Championship on Sunday. With this win, Woods earned his 15th World Golf Championship. He also currently holds all three world titles; this is a first in his career. In addition to all of these accomplishments, his most recent victory puts him at 63 for his career. This puts Woods at fourth place in the PGA Tour’s career list, moving him past Arnold Palmer.

Men’s Lacrosse at Roanoke College - Roanoke, Va. (1 p.m.)

Monday, March 3 Men’s Tennis vs. Catholic University - Hilton Head, S.C. (8 a.m.)

Tuesday, March 4 Men’s Tennis vs. Stonehill College - Hilton Head (8 a.m.)

Thursday, March 6 Men’s Tennis vs. Augustana College - Hilton Head (8 a.m.)

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Men’s lacrosse chosen as pre-season favorite MEGHAN SMITH ASST. PERSPECTIVES EDITOR MES733@CABRINI.EDU

Before the season even began, the Cabrini men’s lacrosse team had been hard at work. The Cabrini College men’s lacrosse team is ranked nineteenth in Inside Lacrosse’s Face-Off Yearbook PreSeason Division III Top 20 poll that was announced Tuesday, Feb. 12.

In addition to this award, The Pennsylvania Athletic Conference coaches’ poll chose the defending conference champion Cavaliers as the pre-season favorite.

Three members of the team, juniors Matt Conaway and Scott Reimer and sophomore Casey Grugan were named to the Pre-Season All-American Honorable Mention Team.

“It is always a great honor to be recognized by your peers,” head coach Steve Colfer said.

The Cavaliers ended their 2006-2007 season with a 15-3 record and ranking tenth in the final regular season and a seventh straight PAC Championship. The United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association ranked the Cavaliers tenth in the nation

last season. The team is aiming toward an eighth title but knows the competition will be tough.

“We look forward to defending our 2007 PAC Championship. I know there will be many challenges in doing so this year,” Colfer said.

Throughout the upcoming season, the Cavaliers will face four teams, which also appeared in the 2007 pre-season rankings.

Among these teams are three top five teams, Gettysburg College, Roanoke College and Cortland State.

“I can’t wait to watch our crease attack man Casey Grugan play. He scores some amazing goals in practice,” junior Kevin Chenoweth said.

The Cabrini Cavaliers will start off the season at Roanoke College in Roanoke, Va. on Sunday, March 2 at 1 p.m. The men’s lacrosse home opener is against rival Eastern University on Wednesday, March 12 at 3:30 p.m.

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The men’s lacrosse team hopes to bring home their eighth consecutive PAC championship this season.

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Cabrini College’s women’s lacrosse team is set to return to the field in a few weeks and they will once again be led by coach Jacqueline Neary.

“We are looking forward to another season,” Neary said. “We will be heading down to Florida over break for spring training. This is a great week because we really have time to focus on lacrosse and also develop team unity.”

Team unity was important for the women last season, as their coach strongly encouraged it. The team ended up in the Pennsylvania Athletic Conference championship game for the tenth consecutive time.

The women fell short of winning by just 13 seconds. The team ended their season by taking second place in the Eastern College Athletic Conference tournament.

Senior Katelyn Penrose will be the team captain this year.

“Our leadership can also come from any player who chooses to lead,” Neary said.

“I’m excited to see how our team works together with the new freshmen,” Kara Driver, a junior communication major and

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Katelyn Penrose, a senior returning to the team, will be the lacrosse captain this season.

Their first game will be March 11 at home against the College of Notre Dame at 4 p.m. member of the lacrosse team, said.

Last year’s freshmen class brought players Erin Nollen, Danielle Rothermel and Kellie Levy to the game.

“I’m hoping that with a year under their belts these girls will only increase their ability on the field,” Neary said.

Juniors Christina Romano and Anna Scholl will also be returning to the team, along with seniors Natalie Holzer and Maura Brennan. Kate Schmid will be returning as the team’s goalie.

“I hope for this 2008 team to reach all of their goals,” Neary said.

Sport atmosphere completely different on Hawk Hill Sportscene

By Kaitlin Barr

EDITOR IN CHIEF KMB738@CABRINI.EDU

As far back as I can remember I’ve been attending St. Joe’s basketball games.

After every game, I have vivid memories of rolling down the hill that led to the track after watching Debbie Black dominate as point guard at only about 5-feet-tall.

Even the women’s games were crowded, although not as packed as the men’s; those are games that I will never forget as well.

When a friend of the family started playing for the men’s team, the games took on an even more personal aspect. He played on the team when they went undefeated in regular season, which is still, to this day,

the only team to do so.

The Fieldhouse, which is where the games are held, is smaller than most gyms that a Division I school would play in, but that’s what makes it so special. The atmosphere is something that you can only experience if you attend a game and the feeling you receive after you leave is incredible.

One bleacher was always filled with students who were jam-packed together, screaming and singing chants every minute of the game. I remember asking my parents why they would never sit and they would always tell me, “When you go to college at a school like this, you’ll understand.”

I soon came to understand why they would never sit down even for a minute in a game. In August of 2004, I moved into Jordan Hall as an official freshman of St. Joseph’s University.

The St. Joe’s community lives for basketball season. I know other athletes

from the school and if they read this they would probably be upset, but it’s true.

Basketball is the No. 1 sport there, but even more specifically, men’s basketball. When basketball season comes around, the school is more alive than ever and people start planning their lives around home games.

It’s the most amazing feeling being there; everyone in the stands ready for the game, the band all matching in cute, little jerseys, a chant starting from the minute warm-ups until the end and “Oh, When the Hawks Come Flying In” theme song is sang.

Coming from St. Joe’s to Cabrini College has been a drastic change when I attend a basketball game to say the least.

There’s nothing against the men’s team here, or the fans, but nothing compares to the atmosphere of a home game at St. Joe’s.

Kevin Chenoweth is the newest member of Cabrini’s men’s lacrosse team. The transfer student is from Whittier College in California.

Chenoweth is a junior from Coronado, Calif. where he played for Coronado High and was named All- American his senior year. During his lacrosse career, Chenoweth has played on multiple select teams and been named most valuable player and top defensive player by Great Western Lacrosse.

“I chose to come to Cabrini because I was looking for a small school that had both a good academic and lacrosse reputation,” Chenoweth said.

Coach Steven Colfer said Chenoweth seems to fit in well with the team and athletic program and credits Cabrini College for being so welcoming to new students, especially transfers. Colfer said Chenoweth’s ability to play the game and his leadership will be a big part of any success the team has this year.

“All my teammates are good guys. They make practice fun while challenging me to get better everyday.

We are definitely ready for the season,” Chenoweth said.

The Cavaliers have been undefeated in the Pennsylvania Athletic Conference since 2001 and last season they were ranked tenth in the nation by the United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association.

“I feel very confident going into the 2008 season. As a team we have a ton of talent and some really experienced players that know how to play the game,” Chenoweth said.

“Kevin fits in very well at Cabrini.

He forces me to play at a higher level in order to compete for the starting spot. I have faith, along with my other teammates, that he will perform well,” Bobby Chambers, a junior criminology major, said.

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PAC to change it’s name BRITANY WRIGHT ASST. FEATURES EDITOR BLW723@CABRINI.EDU

The Pennsylvania Athletic Conference is taking measures to change the name of the league to include all the colleges involved. The name PAC has graced the Division III athletic conference for over 10 years. The only problem is that not all the schools included in the conference are located in Pennsylvania.

In the beginning in 1992 when the conference was formed, it was made to fit the needs of small, private colleges located in eastern Pennsylvania.

The organization has expanded throughout the years. Currently the schools participating in it are Alvernia College, Cabrini College, Cedar Crest, the College of Notre-Dame along with eight other colleges and universities.

A committee has been formed to help

market and name the conference. Through the committee they will revamp the current Web site to make it more user-friendly.

Jeff Farladeau, the interim director of athletics and recreation, has been a part of the process to change the current name.

“It is a massive effort amongst the committee to change it,” Farladeau said.

“I’m on board with the idea. It’s important that we suit everybody’s needs within the conference.”

Gina Sciubba, a junior early childhood and elementary education major and swimmer, said, “We don’t compete in the PAC anyway because there are not enough schools that have swim teams in the division, so it really doesn’t really matter to me.”

This plan to create a new title has been discussed for many prior years. It has finally reached a phase where proof that a change is coming is visible. The proof is published on a Web site for the organization.

Anna Scholl, a junior English and communication major and lacrosse player, said, “I understand why we are changing our name, but the names they offered to vote on, I don’t really like.”

On the official Web site for PAC there was a survey that ended on Feb. 20 that all students, faculty members and communities were allowed to access and help to decide what characteristics the new name of the conference should be. For instance, the survey asked such questions as should the new name deal with historical significance of the area, mission of the colleges, the location and geographic characteristics of the region.

“This name change will not only affect Cabrini. It will set an appropriate identity for the conference. After all it has schools that are not in Pennsylvania. It is necessary to fit all strategic visions of the schools,” Falardeau said.

The results of the survey, and countless

hours spent by the presidents and athletic directors to choose an appropriate name, can be seen on the Web site between Feb. 26 and Feb. 29, where visitors to the site can vote on the new name. They can be seen at www.thepaconline.org.

Tim Harner, a junior secondary education major and golfer, said, “What the heck! That’s not a good enough reason to change the name of the PAC because not all of the teams are in Pennsylvania. I like the PAC name.”

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