La Vie Collegienne Vol. 87 Issue 3

LA VIE COLLEGIENNE LEBANON VALLEY COLLEGE’S STUDENT RUN NEWSPAPER SINCE 1924 VOLUME 87, NO. 3 | OCTOBER 17, 2019

LVC survives Homecoming thriller against FDU-Florham Jake Leamer ’20 STAFF WRITER After heading into the locker room at halftime with a 24-7 lead, it seemed as though LVC would run away with the score once play resumed; however, the second half proved otherwise and left the large Homecoming crowd biting their nails until the final horn.

The Dutchmen hosted the Devils of Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham on Saturday, Oct. 12. The highly anticipated matchup between LVC and FDU-Florham served as one of many athletic events played during LVC’s Homecoming weekend, drawing a massive crowd of supporters.

After seeing its lead cut down to just one point in the final minutes of the game, LVC’s defense stepped up when it mattered most, helping the Dutch-

Photo by: Jake Leamer ABOVE: More than 7500 people watched the Dutchmen battle the Devils during its Homecoming game.

men defeat the Devils by a score of 31-30.

The Dutchmen took a 24-7 lead with them at half time against an FDU-Florham team that had little to no answer on offense or defense. LVC

started its scoring in the first quarter after Hunter Wilson turned on the jets and ripped off a long, 73-yard touchdown on the first play of the drive, putting the Dutchmen up 7-0 after a Nick Bentz extra point.

LVC broke the game wide open in the second quarter, all starting with a quarterback sneak from Kody Kegarise at the one-yard line that resulted in a touchdown. Exactly seven minutes later, Nick Bentz drilled a 49-yard field goal that looked like it would have been good from 65-yards out. Less than two minutes following the Bentz field goal, LVC’s Chance Atkins intercepted a pass from FDU quarterback Anthony Caserta for an easy, 48-yard pick-six that put the Dutchmen up 24-0.

The Dutchmen were pouring it on and FDU did not have an answer until FDU running back Robert Blakely threw a two-yard touchdown pass on a third and goal to Benjamin Calderon just before half time.

Homecoming game Continued on Page 3

Mock Interview Mania Week Autumn Light ’20 STAFF WRITER The Edward and Lynn Breen Center of Graduate Success will be holding this semester’s Mock Interview Mania Week from Oct. 21-25.

At LVC, the Breen Center offers many opportunities and events for students to work on their professionalism and after-college careers. One of their major events of the semester is Mock Interview Mania Week, where they invite volunteer employers and alumni to hold mock interviews with

students.

When finished, students will be given feedback from their interviewers, including the list of questions that were asked, how well they answered and what they need to improve for future interviews.

“I learned a lot and got great feedback,” Claire Fitzgibbons, a senior English major, said. “I thought they explained where I could improve and where I did well. The feedback was positive and constructive.”

Many students enjoy that the

Breen Center’s method of conducting interviews blends a realistic expectation of real employers’ interviews with a friendly atmosphere that stimulates conversations, questions and feedback about the job world. There are no stakes on the line, which allows a safe space for students to practice their interview skills before they graduate.

Although interviews may instill fear in many undergraduates, most students who participate in the mock interviews have nothing but

positive responses from their experiences.

“I have done Mock Interview Mania Week multiple semesters in a row,” Paige Bryson, a senior English major, said. “I have a great experience every time. The feedback is always constructive, and I build a network with HR professionals that I can connect with on LinkedIn.” Students must sign up by Oct. 20, by 11 p.m. on Handshake. They are also asked to act and dress professionally for their mock interviews.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE OF LA VIE

DUTCHMEN PANTRY PAGE 2 and 4

FULBRIGHT PAGE 2 and 4

FALL PRODUCTION PAGE 2

VOLLEYBALL PAGE 4

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Sneak peek of LVC’s fall production Autumn Light ’20 STAFF WRITER Coming this October, LVC’s Wig and Buckle Theater Company’s fall show is the musical “Godspell,” which was written in the spring of 1971 by Stephen Schwartz.

Directed by Hannah Gale, music major and president of Wig and Buckle Theater Company, LVC’s “Godspell” is a playful and refreshing telling of the parables of Jesus from the gospel of Matthew. Within the story, high school students, being played by LVC students, are meeting to reenact the final days of Jesus’ life.

“Though Godspell has a biblical background, doesn’t mean it’s just a Bible story,” Gale said. “Godspell incorporates the evolution of music, his-

tory and human nature. Most of the content taught in the show is still very prevalent to this day.”

This musical, although it is based in Christianity and Jesus’ parables, is fit for viewers of all ages and backgrounds. The stories, through comedy, have meaningful lessons that even modern audiences can be eager to learn.

“The LVC community values the idea of inclusion and variety,” Gale said. “I have cast members of multiple majors such as chemistry, history, physical therapy, creative writing, music education, [and] early childhood education. Godspell brings together a community of individuals as one, and that’s what I am portraying.”

Although the cast and crew have not been together very long, they have

already created meaningful bonds and have made big steps into the marathon that goes into the building of a musical. In these early stages, both the director and executive director are very pleased with the cast and crew, as they are very enthusiastic about their roles in the show.

“In a play that’s about forging a community that lives together in harmony and love, right from the first time we got people up on stage at the [end of] callbacks, it was obvious almost from the get-go that this group of people really got along well and cared with each other,” Dr. Kevin Pry, executive director of Wig and Buckle Theater Company and associate professor of English, said.

Even though the play is primarily about Jesus and his parables, a key un-

derstanding of the impact that Jesus had on a significant portion of the world is clearly evident. Show-goers, though not expected to convert to Christianity, will learn the simplistically difficult teachings of loving you neighbor and practicing the golden rule.

The directors and staff look forward to showing the hard work they have put into making the musical.

“The show is going great,” Gale said.

“I have an energetic, hardworking and eager cast who is ready to bring the house down.”

Those interested in the show can see it Oct. 25-27 and Nov. 1-3 in Leedy Theater, inside the Allan W. Mund College Center. Friday and Saturday performances start at 7 p.m., and Sunday performances start at 2 p.m.

Professors awarded Fulbrights Joshua Snader ’20 STAFF WRITER LVC is among the top schools in producing Fulbright students; however, students are not the only ones receiving these awards. Two LVC professors have also been awarded a Fulbright in the past year.

The Fulbright program has been run by the U.S. Department of State since 1946 and is awarded to students who display academic excellence and leadership potential to study, teach English and conduct research abroad.

The Fulbright is also presented to scholars, teachers and faculty to lecture and conduct research oversees.

Dr. Christopher Dolan, professor of politics and global studies has been awarded a Fulbright to teach and conduct research in Kosovo.

“There are three different compo-

nents to my Fulbright grant that have to be fulfilled with the State Department,” Dolan said. “The first is I will be doing a research project on the future role of NATO in south-eastern Europe, so the Balkans. The second component will be a service element, where I will be working with civil society groups. The third component is I will be teaching a course on Kosovo’s integration with NATO and the European Union.”

From February through July 2020, Dolan will co-teach two political science courses at the University of Prishtina, including World Politics for Kosovar/Albanian undergraduate students and a course on integrating the Balkans into the European Union for Photo by: Erin Kingham graduate students. Dolan’s work will

ABOVE: LVC crowned its Homecoming king and queen, seniors TJ Holdredge and Maddie

Professors awarded Fulbrights Dietz, during halftime of the Homecoming football game against FDU-Florham. Check out Continued on Page 4 our web-exclusive content on the king and queen on our website, www.lvc.edu/lavie.

Dutchmen pantry available to students on campus Hannah Shirey ’23 STAFF WRITER Students in need of food, toiletries and clothing can utilize resources that are available on campus.

The Dutchmen Pantry, located in the basement of the Frederic K. Miller Chapel, makes available non-perishable food items, microwaveable Metz meals and toiletry items. Its objective is to ensure that every student has ac-

cess to a sufficient amount of daily food.

“Every week we have students utilizing the pantry,” Jen Liedtka, service and volunteerism coordinator, said.

“But we want more students to be aware that this resource exists.”

The Dutchmen Pantry was created in January 2019 after student affairs staff recognized that students were having a hard time purchasing necessities. To address this issue the Dutch-

men Pantry was introduced to LVC. The Pantry is funded entirely through donations. Different departments on campus, members of the Board of Trustees and outside organizations and institutions have all contributed to the Pantry by collecting and donating supplies.

“It has been overwhelming,” Liedtka said. “I’ll come into work some days and there is just stuff sitting outside my door.”

Metz has also partnered with the Dutchmen Pantry. They package left over food in microwavable containers that are available to all students using the resource. Metz has played a significant role in the Pantry’s success.

In addition to the Dutchmen Pantry, LVC also offers a Dutchmen Career Closet. The Career Closet provides Dutchmen pantry Continued on Page 4

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Benesch to restart pre-law club Claire Fitzgibbons ’19 STAFF WRITER LVC has re-established pre-law club for students interested in pursuing law as a career.

The club, which is for any students at LVC considering going to law school or in the law and society program, will meet once per month. It will provide members study groups and social venues, as well as visits to law schools and guest speakers working in law-related fields.

Dr. Philip Benesch, associate professor of politics, director of pre-law and director of external scholarships & fellowships, feels that the club will be an incredibly helpful resource for students looking to attend law school after graduation.

“It can be quite isolating if you are applying for law school by yourself and without a supportive group,” Benesch said. “Students benefit from sharing advice and studying in groups, because there’s a mutual reinforcement of their efforts.”

Besides giving students the opportunity to research law schools and learn more about law as a job field, pre-law club will also provide

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Organ guild Halloween concert

resources for students to prepare for MICHAEL BURT ’22 the LSAT and get in contact with law STAFF WRITER schools throughout Pennsylvania. In turn, these law schools will let stuThe LVC Organ Guild presents its dents know about any information annual LVC Halloween concert. sessions or open houses that they The concert, which offers exciting host. and spooky Halloween music, will Senior Kylee Petritsch, who will take place at the Frederic K. Miller serve as president of the club, thinks Chapel on Halloween night. The conthat these services will help guide cert will also feature a surprise guest students looking to get into law performer. school.

“Not only is the recital attendance “I think it’s a great idea to re-start for the music majors,” Rachel Schulz, pre-law club here at LVC,” she said. president of the LVC Organ Guild, “It’ll give students direct contact with said. “All those brave enough should practicing attorneys who have gone come to the chapel balcony at 10 through the process of law school p.m. on Oct. 31.” that we will all be going through in The Guild is involved in a number the near future.” of activities throughout the year, inBenesch hopes that ultimately, prelaw club will entice more students to consider law as a career.

“I’m very hopeful that there will be even greater interest in pre law as an area of study,” he said. “It’s a wonderful field that gives students a variety of career opportunities.”

Those interested in joining the club can attend the club’s first meeting on Friday, Oct. 18, at 5 p.m. in the common area of the Allan W. Mund College Center.

cluding educational Pizza and Pipes event, where middle and high school students are introduced to the organ with the assistance of the Harrisburg Chapter of the American Guild of Organists.

The Guild also is involved in fundraisers, music sales and other annual performances.

“There are currently nine members, with majors ranging from biology to music education,” Schulz said.

“For some, this is their first experience with the organ this semester, while others have had lessons since high school.”

Whether a student is a part or in the audience, the LVC Organ Guild welcomes everyone.

Photo by: Rachel Schulz ABOVE: 8 of the 9 organ guild members

Homecoming game (continued from pg. 1) In the second half, FDU began chipping away at LVC’s three-score lead, starting with a 25-yard field goal from kicker Nick Maciejewski. LVC, however, was quick to answer with a six-yard touchdown run from Hunter Wilson. Following a Nick Bentz extra point, the Dutchmen led 31-10.

Next, in what may have been a sign of things to come, FDU scored a touchdown on an 84-yard flea-flicker pass from Anthony Caserta to Connor Perez at the end of the third quarter, making the score 31-17, Dutchmen.

With 7:39 left in the fourth quarter, FDU’s Damarquis Price caught a 23-yard touchdown pass to bring the score to 31-24. In its next possession following the FDU score, LVC was forced to punt the football back to FDU with little time left on the

clock. After five straight FDU first downs, the Devils were able to bring the score to 31-30 after an Alnazir Blackman touchdown run from the one-yard line.

Instead of attempting an extra point to tie the game and possibly force overtime, the Devils opted to try for a two-point conversion and potentially win the football game.

LVC’s defense was up to the challenge, however, providing outstanding coverage in its secondary and forcing an incomplete pass. The Dutchmen were able to hold on to their 31-30 lead for the rest of the game, earning them their second win of the season on Homecoming.

LVC will face Widener University in Chester on Saturday, Oct. 19, at 1 p.m.

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Volleyball digs deep in conference play Megan Finlan ’21 STAFF WRITER The volleyball team is set to take on the second half of its season and finish out conference play with hopes of advancing to the MAC playoff tournament.

Halfway through the season, the young squad is sitting just above .500 with an overall record of 12-10. The team began conference play on Sept.

11, against Arcadia University where it ultimately lost 3-2 after the tough five set match. Its most recent conference win came from Hood College on Oct. 15, where it swept the Blazers 3-0. Other conference wins for the team came from Albright College and Alvernia University earlier in the season. The Dutchmen are sitting at 3-2 in conference play with their second loss coming from Stevenson University.

The team was ranked to finish fourth in the MAC preseason poll, and it will need to pull out some big wins against other conference competition to reach the MAC playoff tournament.

“Every conference match is impor-

tant for us at this point,” Jayna Class, junior captain, said. “Messiah will be a very tough match, and they are going to put up a strong fight. Widener and Lycoming will be two key matches as well.”

The 11-player team is comprised of only three upperclassmen with five freshmen filling a significant chunk of the roster. Despite the team’s youthfulness, it is as confident as ever in its abilities to reach MAC playoffs and finish the season strong. The leadership of the upperclassmen will prove to be an important component in the success of the team as it finishes up regular season play.

“The upperclassmen are good with the freshmen,” Wayne Perry, head coach, said. “No one takes offense when someone provides input, and the younger players don’t feel intimidated by the experienced players. The upperclassmen have shown great energy and determination.”

The Dutchmen’s next match will be part of nonconference play against Marymount University on Oct. 19 in Arlington, Virginia.

Women’s ice hockey preview Cole Hepler ’20 STAFF WRITER The LVC women’s ice hockey Team is preparing for a fresh start for the 2019- 2020 season.

The team has been preparing since arriving at LVC in August through on and off-ice team workouts.

Throughout summer, head coach Matt Yingst has made new additions to the roster through the recruitment of seven freshmen. The team begins practice next week Oct. 14.

“We dialed in this summer with training more than any of the previous years in our program history,” Jill Moffat, senior and team captain, said.

“The team’s dedication to our summer workouts is showing a lot in our captain’s practices, and we’re excited to start the regular season and make new strides as a program.”

The women open their season against Post University on Friday Nov. 1, at home in Hershey Park Arena with a second home game following on Saturday, Nov. 2, at HPA. Preparation for the season began when they ended their season in the spring.

Throughout summer, workouts have been set in place for returners and newcomers to follow and strengthen their skills.

WIH looks to begin the season on a positive outlook at they split opening weekend with Post University just a season ago. Ten upperclassmen lead the way for WIH for the 2019-2020 season. WIH are excited to start the season with the opportunity to change the face of this program starts Nov. 1, at HPA. Come support WIH as they look to capture a win in front of the home crowd.

Professors awarded Fulbrights (continued from pg. 2) will expand beyond the classroom as well.

“It is going to be really interesting working with groups on the ground in the country and see how the U.S. plays a role through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), NATO operations, the US embassy outreach to promote anti-corruption efforts in the country and to play a small role in that.”

While in Kosovo, Dolan hopes to find time to write his next book. The book will focus on US foreign policy and the future of NATO. The goal of the program is to promote United States foreign policy interests, however, Dolan also sees this opportunity as a way of promoting LVC to Kosovo, where he would like to establish a student exchange program.

Dolan is not the only professor who has participated in the Fulbright Program. Dr. Kathleen Tacelosky, professor of Spanish, spent the last few spring semesters researching in Mexico.

Tacelosky’s research has focused on transnational students moving be-

tween the United States and Mexico.

“These transnational students, defined as those who have one or more years of schooling in the U.S. and are now in Mexican schools, have been the topic of my research since I was awarded my first Fulbright,” Tacelosky said. “I taught two university courses and I interviewed and observed transnational students in elementary and middle schools and visited them at their homes.”

Tacelosky, with her second Fulbright in 2018, began educating professors on how to meet the needs of these transnational students.

“Thanks to the Fulbright grant, I was able to offer workshops, webinars and training sessions to current and future classroom teachers as well as English teachers,” Tacelosky said.

“Now, even though the Fulbright funding has ended, the project continues.”

Any students who would like to be involved in Dr. Tacelosky’s project may contact her at tacelosk@lvc.edu.

Dutchmen pantry (continued from pg. 2) professional attire to students preparing for interviews, internships and other professional events.

“Students are free to come down and pick out a whole outfit,” Liedtka said. “We even have shoes and some accessories. We want students to take advantage of this resource as well.”

The Dutchmen Pantry and Dutchmen Career Closet are proctored by LVC staff members rather than student volunteers. This allows students to have privacy when looking to uti-

lize these resources.

All LVC students are welcome to use the Dutchmen Pantry and the Dutchmen Career Closet at any point during the day. The set hours are Mondays and Thursdays from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. and 5-7 p.m., but students can access the pantry from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. by going to the Office of Service and Volunteerism or the Center for Student Engagement.