98 15 1774 https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/48ad774a241f4dc9750a8b07070026a5.pdf b78a99891326c22d4089e4703c387844 PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA The THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW MARCH 27, 2006 www.wilkesbeacon.com Volume 58 Issue 18 Students, faculty and staff weigh in with questions and concerns about Vision 2010 plans for change BY VICTORIA WHITE Beacon News Editor Editors Note: This is the second ofa twopart series on changes proposed by the Vision 2010 plan for Wilkes University. Last weeks article offered an overview of the specifics of 2010. In the week following the faculty and staff meeting announcing the changes associated with Vision 2010, members of the Wilkes University administration held open forums for faculty and staff as a way to allow for questions and concerns to be heard. Representatives of the President's Cabinet; Mike Frantz, Dr. Paul Adams, Chris Bailey, and Scott Byers also presented a version of Vision 2010 to the Student Government (SG) general board meeting on the evening of Wednesday, March 22, in order to prepare students for upcoming changes and garner initial feedback. Dr. Paul Adams, Vice President for Student Affairs said, "I think that (the comments) is why we find it so valuable to come to these meetings. We really appreciate the thoughtful comments that students give us. I know that I walk away having to think through some things in a different way. I really think that it helps us put everything in perspective." The presentation to SG lasted about an hour with a question and answer period taking approximately twenty minutes during that time. SG members listened intently as each of the members of the President's Cabinet presented parts of the PowerPoint presentation. See VISION page 2 Condu ion The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski The President's Cabinet presented a PowerPoint on Vision 2010 and allowed for questions from Student Governmment members about proposed changes. Students asked questions about the hot topics: proposed laundry changes, the 6% tuition increase, the proposed meal plan changes and how Wilkes administration proposes to keep up with the continuing increase in housing needs. Debate Over Hemp Leaf Page 7 Coping with Loss BATTLE OF THE BANDS .·~-~ . 4tf,4 I, ~ •' • Page9 ,. .. ~ \% f PAGE 1 3 Index News ................................ 1-5 Opinion ...... ......... ...... ... .. ... 6-8 Features .......... .. .. ......... .. 9-11 Arts & Entertainment.. .. 12-15 Sports .. ..... ... ................. 16-20 �NEWS 27, 2006 MARCH VISION from FRONT PAGE The presentation began with an overview of Vision 2010 in order to give students some background on the initiative and the progress that has been made since its inception in 2001. The goals of the program, as presented to SG are: 1) to provide world class academic programs; 2) improve Wilkes' brand and prestige; 3) to have state of the art technology, facilities and equipment; 4) to have financial stability through the upcoming Capital Campaign; 5) and to build relationships through the new mentoring program that will involve all disciplines on campus. Although the goal of the presentation was to give students an overview of Vision 2010, much of the presentation focused on the positive -effects of the program, rather than its challenges. Many students asked questions of the President's Cabinet to gain better insight into some issues in the presentation. Hot issues for students included: the 6% tuition increase; the proposed meal plan changes; how Wilkes will continue to increase housing; proposed laundry changes; proposed mailbox move; and the lack of representation of the humanities in the Vision. Mike Frantz, vice president of en- 2 rollment and marketing said, "It is always interesting to understand what [students'] hot-button issues are, what their priorities are. As all of us advance toward middle-age it is harder and harder to predict what those might be." For the SG members, one of the hottest topics for discussion was the proposed laundry change. At this time the administration is looking into the cost-effectiveness of having an outside company provide the laundry machines and having the machines be coin operated. Administration is citing the pos~ibility of greater cost-effectiveness of the change along with the ability to have more energyefficient machines with technological advances that cannot be achieved if the machines remain owned and maintained by Wilkes University due to the cost of the upgrades. Courtney Amrhein, junior class secretary said, "Back to the laundry issue, I don't see what the problem is right now. If you charge people to do laundry, you are going to have people going home every weekend to do laundry, and y6u are not going to have a community-base like Wilkes University is trying to have. If you create laundry as an issue ... you are going to have the majority of people going home every weekend and I don't think that is what you want." Scott Byers, vice president of finance said, "I agree, once we have proposals I'll bring them back and we'll welcome that. We'll address that (the concern) once we have the final stuff so you can see it." With the promise to revisit SG with more definite and distinct answers to some of the hot topics, the cabinet members left the meeting, leaving some members with questions that have not yet been answered. Megan Fulmer, junior class representative said, "The Vision 2010 is focusing more on science, engineering and pharmacy rather than the arts and humanities and I am wondering what they are planning on doing to make the humanities more equal?" Students were not the only ones left with some concerns after attending informational meetings. Dr. Richard Raspen, associate professor of business and chair of Faculty Affairs Council (FAC) said, "The questions being asked are: 'How do these things affect me, my division and my department?' I think those are the important questions that need to be asked because those are the people questions." The proposed changes acknowledge that restructuring will result in some job cuts for better efficiency. After attending the initial Vision 2010 faculty and staff meetings, Raspen said, "I think there are a number of challenges as part of the plans, and challenges are not always a bad thing, but these are rather major changes and some affect attitudes and perceptions of people on campus. These are all very significant kinds of changes that all of us are being asked to consider." Dr. John Hepp, associate professor of history admitted to not attending any of the informational meetings but had taken the time to view the PowerPoint presented to faculty and staff and said, "I am not happy with the way the information is being presented for a variety of reasons. First, and perhaps most importantly, the future is being presented as a false dichotomy: either do nothing or embrace unspecified sweeping changes." However, despite some anxiety on the part of employees, some have embraced the plans as healthy for the institution as a whole. Anita Ruskey, administrative assistant to the Provost A<fds /Changes/ HR (PayrollJtlenett) Ono Stop Shop Grades Housing Contracts IO Cards P eri<ing Pennis & Tickets O~elo""10l"I\ ■ R~eell)t• 1 Editor-in-Chief: Kristin Kile Managing Editor: Rebecca Goodman Email: wilkesbeaqon@gmail.com . News Editor: Victoria White Email: beaconnewsline@gmail. cQm Op/Ed Editor: Curran Dobson Email: the beacon_ oped@gmail.com Features Editor: Sarah.Herbert Email.- thebeaconfeatures@gmail.c om A&E Editor: Donna Talarico Email: thebeaconae@gmail.com Sports Editor: Ryan Dippre Email_·beaconsports@gmail.com Photo Ed.itor: Nick Zmijewski ) Advertising Managers: Jam ie Babbitt Kristyn Ostman · Email: thebeacon. ads@gmail.com • Advisor: Dr. Andrea Breemer Frantz Coll$elions Applicant Processing I (U noor!)ra:I /Grad) said, "I feel it is a positive vision. 1 agree with the President and Cabinet about the vision. I think it makes peo- ' pie feel a little leery about what the future holds for them personally, but 1 think it is the right thing for Wilkes." With many students and faculty willing to embrace the benefits that Vision 20 l 0 sets out to achieve, it is the challenge of completely understanding the Vision and all of its details that has some within the campus community perplexed by the proposals. Despite the opportunities for feedback in open forums, some argue that more information is necessary. Hepp said, "Overall, I am disappointed with the lack of transparency in the whole process. Students, faculty and staff should know much more and should have known it much sooner." Editorial Staff Oen. Info. WIN Numbers 4 4 5 5 Serving the community through fair and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers. Drops P•\<llsnt~ & 3 BEACO'N Registration Student B lling Newspapers Islamic Society News In Brief Cancer Awareness Flu ■ ■ Established in 1936 PA Newspaper Association Member Printed on Mondays during the academic school year. Switett>oard Courtesy of President's Cabinet presentation Slides in the Vision 2010 presentation highlighted areas that students, faculty and staff may find of interest. The slide above shows how the UCOM will look when all of the administrative offices have been moved. The concept being utilitzed is 'one stop convenience,' to allow student5 to more efficiently be able to deal with the many different offices on campus. Box 111, Wilkes University 192 South Franklin Street Wilkes-Barr@', PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �MARCH 27, 2006 NEWS 3 Future ownership of Times Leader up in the air W-B braces for the possibility of becoming a one newspaper town ies that do not fit the company's longstanding acquisition criteria, chi~fly involving growing markets." The U.S. Census NEWS ANALYSIS Bureau estimated that the population in Wilkes-Barre dropped roughly 3.5% from For over two decades, Wilkes-Barre has 43,123 in 2000 to 41,630 in 2003. In adenjoyed a unique distinction in the field of dition, Wilkes-Barre's population saw a media. It is one of a very small number 9.5% percent drop from 1990 to 2000. of cities nationally to enjoy the luxury of According to Hepp, the fastest growing two competitive daily newspapers. That area in NEPA is the Poconos, which has unique characteristic potentially hangs in seen an influx of New Yorkers moving to the balam;e as the future ownership of the the area and commuting for work. Hepp Times Leader is in question. said, "I'm not sure the Times Leqder has On Monday, March 13, Knight Ridder anything to offer that market." Typically Newspapers announced its sale to Mc- peopl in that area would be more inclined Clatchy, Co., a smaller media corporation to read a New York City newspaper and with a reputation for smart business invest- only need local papers for things on the loment in high growth market newspapers. cal governmental level. The Times Leader In the same press release announcing its does not have strong coverage for that area, purchase of Knight Ridder, McClatchy of- making it easier more a potential buyer to ficials acknowledged they would quickly start a new newspaper in the area. sell twelve of the newly acquired Knight Currently, two propsective buyers have Ridder papers in slower growth markets. emerged as the chief contenders to purAmong the twelve to be sold are the Phila- chase the Times Leader. According to wire delphia Inquirer, the Philadelphia Daily reports, Yucaipa, Cos. is backing a bid for News, the San Jose Mercury News, and all twelve newspapers by the The NewsWilkes-Barre's Times Leader. When the paper Guild-Communication Workers of announcement to sell the Times Leader America (TNG-CWA). The Guild's purwas made, active community discussion in chase of the Times Leader would be ironic Wilkes-Barre ensued about the history and in some respects because the Guild helped future of the Times Leader and its 28-year start and sustain the Citizens' Voice in 1978 competition for readers and advertising during the strike. dollars with The Citizens' Voice. Times-Shamrock, Corp., the other prosDr. John Hepp, Wilkes University as- pect, has been expanding aggressively sociate professor of history said, "The over the past decade. Originally starting Times Leader is the last survivor of the with The Scranton Times, Times-Shamrock traditional Wilkes-Barre newspapers." purchased the Citizens' Voice in 2000, and Throughout the 20th century Wilkes-Barre the Pottsville Republican & Evening Hersupported smaller papers, which eventu- ald in 2003. If Times-Shamrock were to ally merged to form the Times Leader in purchase the Times Leader, options would its present form. Over 200 striking work- vary; however, the probable result would ers from the Times Leader established the be a merger of the Times Leader and CitiCitizens ' Voice in 1978 after a bitter labor zens ' Voice, similar to the merger of The dispute with Capital Cities, then-owner of Scranton Times and The Tribune. the Times Leader. Dr. Mark Stine, associate professor and Hepp noted, "What is facing the Times chair of communication studies at Wilkes Leader right now is, who would want to University pointed out that companies buy it?" If both papers were traditionally owning more than one media outlet are berun by corporations (as opposed to a com- coming more common. He said, "When mercial entity and striking workers) one media outlets are concentrated under the would likely have pulled out of the area. ownership of a small number of compaWhen the Citizens ' Voice was purchased nies, there is a tendency to limit the voice by Times-Shamrock on 2000, if ensured of the people and increase the power of the newspaper 's future. With both news- media conglomerates." He added, "Media papers owned by larger corporations, both convergence has a tendency to limit the had the finanical backing neede'd to com- number of differing opinions that consumpete in Wilkes-Barre. ers receive." The McClatchy news release stated, Media convergence has already made its "McClatchy intends to divest 12 Knight mark on_ the region with th development Ridder newsMpe;s, mainly located in cit- of th~ No'rtheast Perilisylvania News AlliBY MYLES RUMBEL A&E Assistant Editor The Beacon/Kristin Kile With the pending sale of the Times Leader, Wilkes-Barre newspaper readers have voiced anxiety about its future. ance. In the alliance, members share stories and information. Currently the Times Leader and WNEP-TV, which is owned by the News York Times Group, are the two major news sources not associated with the Alliance. If the Times Leader were to fold under Times-Shamrock ownership, it would undoubtedly become part of the alliance, leaving WNEP-TV as the only news source not associated with the alliance. While there has been some speculation about whether a Times-Shamrock purchase of the Times Leader could lead to an antitrust issue, Hepp, who is also a lawyer, said, "There would be an antitrust issue, but good lawyering would likely overcome it, if there were no other viable buyer." By defining the market as a "news" market as opposed to "newspaper" market, it could be argued L'1at other sources, WNEP-TV and even other members in the alliance, prevent the Times-Shamrock from holding a monopoly. At the moment, there are no official offers to purchase the Times Leader on the table. Student GovernIDent Notes March 22 Meeting ... -The President's Cabinet presented details of the Vision 2010 plan and allowed for a question and answer session on the program. -SAM presented for second reading of fund request. Megan Fulmer made a motion to allot the full $1,500 to the group and Brian Diehl seconded. The motion passed 31-0-2. -The Islamic Interest Society presented for the second week in an attempt to gain club status. Kyle Ellis made a motion to allow the group to become a club with the stipulation that the Campus Interfaith Coordinator be made a co-advisor of the club. Sarina Kapoor seconded the motion, and the motion passed 30-1-4. -Donkey basketball will be held April 9 at 3 p.m. in the Martz Gymnasium. Advanced sale tickets are available for $4 and tickets will be $6 at the door. -April 10 the annual Inter-Residency Hall Council sponsored egg hunt will take place at 8pm on the second floor of the Henry Student Center. . · �-- -- ~ - ~~ - - 4 - - - - NEWS - - .• ·1 - - MARCH 27, 2006 First religiously-affiliated club to be recognized on campus BY JEANNE STAPLETON Beacon Staff Writer Last week the Islamic Interest Society petitioned Student Government (SG) for recognition as a club at Wilkes University. Members of the club hope to broaden cultural horizons by educating students about Islamic traditions and religion. "In their constitution they clearly stated that educating others about the Islamic religion and tradition is one of their main goals. They also stated that they would be very respectful to other religions as well," said Mark Allen, dean of student affairs. "I think that this new group will bring a lot of diversity, it will become one of those main staples here on campus that you see. It will basically promote diversity in the university," said Shuja Shafqat, SG corresponding secretary and junior biology major. The effort of members to have the Islamic Interest Society recognized as a club is the first time in recent history that a religiously affiliated group has appeared before Student Government for such a request. "We looked at the larger gover- nance issues at the institute. We are nonsectarian institution with no religious affiliation, and just wanted to make sure that there was not perception that we were crossing territories where we had not ventured before... When you weigh the value of students following their interests and creating a more diverse campus culture versus guarding that nonsectarian status, we really feel that [the ideals] will still stay in place. But the students will still be able to exercise the religious initiatives that they have. It is a good opportunity for the students," said Allen. In the past, the non-denominational Campus Interfaith has always overseen any type of religious programs allowing for all religious groups to be acknowledged. "I can throw an interfaith blanket over all religions and bring groups of them all together. However, it is hard for me to do religious-specific programs because I want to be all encompassing. So, having these groups will help me to actually do this," said Kevin Gaughenbaugh, campus interfaith coordinator and Islamic Interest Society co-advisor. However, many students feel that Campus Interfaith is more geared toward Christianity and Judaism and that these smaller religious groups may allow for some of the religious minorities to find their niche on campus. "Interfaith was established to have some kind of religious outlet but a lot of people feel that interfaith is more directed towards Christianity and Judaism and not enough toward Islam so that is what they are trying to do by establishing this club," said Shafqat. "This group will help those who are Muslim kind of come out and be more involved and know that there is a place for them on this campus," said Gaughenbaugh. The Islamic Interest Society is open to anyone, from any religious background. Students are encouraged to participate and to learn about a new culture that they may not know very much about. "Probably the most valuable benefit would be to educate the students about the Islamic religion and traditions, to create a greater awareness, would be the over arching positive," said Allen. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Students representing the Islamic Interest Society, Salmon Punekar, presented an overview of their clubs' intentions to Student Govern• ment last week. News in Brief French law highlights differences between American, European policies BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon Asst. News Editor A recent policy change in France has led to outrage among the country's youth and exposed the stark differences between European and American tradition and policy. According to a March 21 article in The New York Times, a law was recently passed in France that "gives companies the right to hire people under 26 years old for a two-year trial period, during which they can be fired without cause." This law was passed with a great deal of disapproval from the youth and labor unions in France, resulting in riots and strikes. The article described the effects the law has had on French citizens. Tens of thousands of high school and university students marched in numerous cities, with some pro.tests resultihg in violence. Union leaders have refused to back down and are rigidly fighting the government on this issue holdin and strikes. These individuals have also "refused to enter into a dialogue with the government until it rescinds the law." In France, an employer has to have a solid reason for firing an employee. Dr. John Hepp, associate professor of history, explained the stringency of some European political concepts. "In most European countries, including France, once you're hired, you can only be fired for cause . .. and that's a very strong tradition that has existed in most European countries for about the last [one] hundred years or so," Hepp said. Hepp explained that unemployment is extremely high in France, particularly among young people. This is due, in part, to the strictness of past labor laws that have made many employers reluctant to take a risk of hiring a young person because the employer was essentially forced to enter into a contract. The employer would then not have the o tion oflettin the em lo ee o. The aim of the government was to lower the unemployment rate by allowing more people to get hired more easily. According to Hepp, students and labor unions see it from a different perspective. "Well the students, on the other hand ... see it, along with the labor unions, as going back on this long European tradition that you have to treat workers fairly. And they see it moving toward more [of] an American tradition where workers are basically just commodities that you figure into the cost of production," Hepp said. The individuals who are most affected by the law also see it as a way to aid corporations. According to a March 20 report in The Economic Times, "students see a subtext in the new law: make it easier to hire and fire to help France compete in a globalizing world economy." Dr. Andrew Miller, visiting assistant professo_r of political science, notes the new law will most like! be a positive thing for businesses. states for any reason or no reason "I think French businesses prob- whatsoever," Hepp said. ably feel constrained by French laThe European ideal is that every bor laws ...just like in any country, citizen should be treated equally there's a tension between labor and and afforded the same degree of capital," Miller said. "Rather than full protection. Americans do not being directly related to 'global- necessarily always consider that ization' it seems the new law has to be a vital aspect of business. more to do with French domestic and so many probably cannot fully unemployment, though that is cer- comprehend why these changes in tainly related to globalization." France have led to such an uproar. All of this may seem unusual to "This, I think, is seen by a lot of Americans, because the restrictions people, although to us it looks like on hiring and firing in the states are a fairly simple change, as going not nearly as rigid, leaning more to- back on a lot of tradition. I really ward non-existent. Hepp explained do believe the fear that the stu· the way the labor system works in dents and the labor unions have is the United States. "For example, this is just the beginning of a radiin Pennsylvania, unless you have a cal remaking of European sociefy contract, you're known as an em- more along American lines ... and ployee at will, and under Pennsyl- • the strikes are coming out of the vania law, you can be fired for any Sorbonne University [where], in reason whatsoever or no reason at 1968 ... France took a stand [es• all. The only reason why you can't sentially starting a revolution], be fired is for something that's and now it's time for them to do constitutionally impermissible... the same thing again," Hepp said ou can be fired in most American . �MARCH NEWS 27, 2006 5 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGYi----------- WilkeS University sponsors lectures on genetic testing, heredity and ''red flags'' for Cancer Awareness Month BY JOSEPH DEANGELIS Beacon Staff Writer The students in the seminar room were silent and serious. Cancer is no joking matter. As part of his presentation, Dr. Gil Mor, an associate professor at the York University School of Medicine in Toronto, Canada, showed pictures of millions and millions of cancer cells. The first picture was of breast cancer cells. Mor asked the diverse audience of Wilkes pharmacy, biology, pre-medicine, and biochemistry students in Breiseth 107 if this woman lived or died. "She died," the audience answered correctly. The next picture was of cells of ovarian cancer. She died too, the audience again correctly responded. The war against cancer rages everyday. Mor has tried for years to fight a battle against the disease, and has discovered that each cancer patient requires his or her own specific treatment. "Cancer is a terrible disease," Mor said. "I have hope that we will be changing the mentality of the treatment." Cancer is a terrible disease. I have hope that we will be changing the mentality of the treatment. Dr. Gil Mor, associate professor York University School of medicine Mor 's presentation on cancer and inflammation was part of a series of events sponsored by Wilkes University to recognize Cancer Awareness Month, a month dedicated to the education about the disease. The week started off with a presentation by Christina Phillips and Laura Toole of the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute Cancer Risk Program provides education and resource information to individuals concerned about increased cancer risk due to a personal and/or family history of cancer. The Cancer Risk Program also provides information and counseling for individuals interested in cancer genetic testing. The seminar focused on cancer and heredity, cancer genetic testing, and "red flags" that may indicate the presence of a he- Flu still plaguing students BY JEREMY ZUCKERO Beacon Correspondent As daffodils and crocuses begin to bloom and the temperatures slowly start to mellow, most people aren't too concerned with the flu. Flu is commonly associated with winter months. But as experts note, the flu is a potentially serious nuisance that can strike at anytime, especially as the weather changes. Gail Holby, nurse at Wilkes University's Health Services, and coordinator of Health and Wellness Promotion, explained, "The ... influenza flu is a viral upper respiratory infection, which comes on very suddenly. It causes symptoms such as fever, body aches, temperature - temperature can go anywhere from about 100 to 104 (Fahrenheit) with a fever - headaches, fatigue, loss of appetite, and dry cough." Influenza, if untreated, can under certain conditions develop into more serious ailments. According to Holby, "One of the more serious complications of the flu might be a (type of) pneumonia." But how does one tell the difference between a cold and the flu? According to Holby, "Usually the flu has broader symptoms; (they) could involve the head, sinus, respiratory, and body. Usually the common cold is limited to maybe the throat and a runny nose." There are several ways in which one can prevent the flu, says Holby, "Make sure you wash your hands, stay out of crowded areas, wash surfaces down after you use them, use your own towel. Because people are infected before (onset of reditary cancer syndrome. The goal of the program was to make healthcare providers aware of these syndromes and the importance of identifying and referring individuals who may fall into high cancer risk categories. "We had a small but very interested group of students," said Toole, who is the Director of Education and Outreach of the Cancer Institute. The point of the lecture was to show the students the warning signs of cancer "so that when they go out in the field, they know what the red flags are." Later that day, Dr. Linda Gutierrez, an associate research professor of Biology at Wilkes, took her students out to a free clinic to visit to do some community service work. "I want the students to get out," Gutierrez said. "To reach the community, to see how it is in real life." Gutierrez, chairperson of the Saidman Chair, a foundation for the health sciences, wants to create a cancer research institute right here at Wilkes. "The students are going to be mentored by facility here at Wilkes, but also by health science professionals," she said. "So when they go to medical school, the training that these students will have is going to be super." The program will include fieldwork and also research, particularly on colorectal cancer, the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States and the most frequently diagnosed cancer in northeast Pennsylvania. · "This area has a very high risk for colorectal cancer," Gutierrez said. "When somebody.. .is diagnosed with canc~r, it is a very, very high probability is that the diagnosed colorectal cancer." Other scheduled cancer awareness presentations are Friday, April 7 by Dr. Mansoor M. Ahmed of the Geisinger Clinic in Danville at 5:30 p.m. in Breiseth 106 and on Thursday, April 13 by Dr. Samuel M. Lesko of the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute at noon in Stark Learning Center Room 359 . . Casino Ni symptoms) and they could be infecting other people (in the mean time)." Prevention is especially imperative at the University level. Steve Gapinski, instructor of mathematics said, "There will always be a certain percentage of lost class time that is caused by illness .. .if a student is ill it can hurt his or her ability to take notes and stay focused in class." But even the best prevention methods won't always work. Once one does get the flu, one needs to treat the symptoms, according to Holby: "The flu is viral, not bacterial, so no antibiotic helps with it. You treat the symptoms, (using) overthe-counter medicines, like a decongestant for congestion, a The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski pain-killer like Motrin or Tyle- SG hosted Casino Night on Friday, providing students with opportunities to nol for headache." win prizes ranging from beauty products to ipods and a television. �Hemp leaf dispute Celeb sex videos 'News' these days Safety First 7 DR!~if!l:Z-==-="========-=~~~~---6 College newspaper censorship affects students' 7 8 8 education and impacts integrity of the news BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD print in the university newspaper. This case started when the dean at Governors State University in Illinois demanded that one of the university administrators be permitted to read each issue of The Innovator, the school newspaper, and approve it before it went to print. Students at GSU understandably refused ·the dean this privilege, and the case went before the courts. Although the decision allowing administrators this privilege was made nearly nine months ago, the case is receiving headlines again now that the Su- On the vast majority of college campuses nationwide, newspapers exist as a forum where students are able to generate their own ideas, interview their own sources and write their own articles without intervention from the school board or administration. However, in a landmark decision made by the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals last June, university administrators at schools in Indiana, Illinois and Wisconsin have preme Court has refused to hear the students' case. What is so alarming about this case is that the students at The Innovator assumed they were acting under editorial license and were granted the power to decide what they thought was newsworthy and to print it on their pages. Until the dean at GSU changed her mind, these college reporters were able to act as any other major news organization would, without censorship. What's to stop all university administrators across the country from deciding to begin the same practice, then? Nickle for Your Thoughts By Jason Nickle Th~-=> 1us""° ·in , ~d\~,";) (I;. +he ~ ·h&, "-{or~ ~ t'oe ,~~ ~\i-H~~ fl\(.Otte<..,\<N)(l ~ \ ( . . co.r-+c,o('\ of ovr -ti l"\C, ••• \ ~c., ~\.\'~ ~ ' ro~ C\ ~e.. /J ~-.. n t('\9<:)f) "------;...&;.-r-....✓ University newspapers act as not portray the university favorpre-professional organizations ably or in a good light, however where students gain real-life true it might be. This censorship skills about deadlines, interviews, risks setting up a newspaper that journalistic integrity and creative only reports "happy" news and ability. Taking away a college - that is actually not a newspaper newspaper's right to act as an at all but instead a piece ofpropaindependent entity that provides ganda for the university. Why set news for the college community up an organization and disguise not only harms the veracity of the it under the name of a newspaper news, but also harms the futures of when really it will serve only the college journalists. motivations of the administration College journalists practice and the university? keeping their eyes and ears open While Wilkes University is a on campus to discover what is private institution, and as such not happening and what should be re- technically covered under the First ported on. This is as much a part Amendment, The Beacon has, for of the job description as is writ- many yj;!ars, enjoyed the freedom ing and conducting interviews. If to freely investigate and report deans and administrators are go- stories as the students on its staff ing to decide this for the students, see fit. We are fortunate and we then what is the point of creating know it. Our administration recpositions for college journalists ognizes the educational value in in the first place? Part of being a allowing students to cultivate the journalist, whether in college or necessary journalistic skills that in the professional world, is being will effectively open doors as we curious about the world and want- seek jobs at competitive papers-ing to gain knowledge about a even if sometimes what we report subject. Take this away from stu- makes them uncomfortable. Endents by deciding for them what is suring such freedom is the mark newsworthy and you risk creating of educational leaders who pracjournalists entirely unprepared for tice what they preach. the professional world. But the students at GSU and Waiting for the okay to come other public schools don't enjoy down from an administrator about such freedom and as a 'result, the whether or not an article can be student journalists and the people published is also d~wnright im- who read those campus papers practical when working to meet a . are short-changed. More imporstrict deadline. Journalists and edi- tantly, though, the Supreme Court tors understand the nature of this has opted to also short-change deadline and work towards achiev- the American press la'nd the First ' I, ing it all day or week or month. An Amendment by re.fusing to hear administrator or deiµ1 who is dou- the case. ,, ' ble-checking the newspaper may While right now the decision afnot respect this deadline. fects only the newspapers in the Although there are many rea- 7th Circuit, or three Midwestern sons why allowing this practice is states, university administraillogical and invalidates the nature tors nationwide are '.)realizing the of a college newspaper, the most power that they can begin to exert pressing is that administrators over their students) 1f they decide at the universities adopting this to. The integrity of th~ news must practice seem t~ have an ulterior .,, be upheld and colleg~ journalists motive at heart. What exactly are must be given a fighting chance to they so determined to censor? succeed in the professional world. Apparently, the main motivation is to censor information that may �MARCH 27, 2006 OPINION 7 Celebrity sex videos raise legal issues of privacy ,. BY MATT ZEBROWSKI Beacon Asst. Op/Ed Edotor It's been a busy few months for Scott Stapp. Aside from putting out a brand new solo CD, the former Creed singer has kept his hands full with such diverse activities as fighting 311, getting arrested drunk at airports after his own wedding, and filming himself tag-teaming no less than four (count 'em,four) women with Kid Rock. That last one has turned into a huge legal battle, with Stapp, Kid Rock, and one of the women all trying to stop Red Light Enterprises, an adult film company that got its bands on the tape, from releasing the video. As an interesting side note, Red Light is the film company that marketed both the Paris Hilton sex tape and the video that WWE stars X-Pac and Cbyna made together, so apparently they know Scott Stapp ·strikes again what they're doing when it comes to marketing naked ugly celebrities. This whole issue has, for me at least, raised a number of interesting questions. Aside from the obvious "what sort of woman would even consider engaging in group sexual activity with the two most oily men in rock and roll?" the whole thing is a legal conundrum. As I understand it, Stapp and Kid Rock are arguing that if Red Light releases the video, it will be a violation of their privacy rights, and Red Light is trying to frame the conflict as a freedom of speech issue. Neither of these arguments makes much sense to me. For starters, as much as I love the First Amendment and would never ever want to see it infringed upon even a tiny bit, I'm not really sure where releasing a pilfered (and that's the key word here,pilfered) video of two rock stars porking some random woman ties in with my freedom to criticize the government or to use bad words. Although they claim that they "received" the video from a "third party" and that they didn't quite "steal" it, the fact of the matter is that it's not Red Light's video, it never was Red Light's video, and it's not like the public's vested interested in seeing Kid Rock's greasy white trash butt outweighs the simple fact that the video wasn't Red Light's property in the first place, stolen or not. And, as for the other side, the right to privacy? Come on. If their haircuts weren't enough to make me believe that they're both completely and utterly shameless, these are two guys who prance around topless on stage every night in leather pants. And, all that aside, if you don't want your sex tape falling into the wrong hands, the simple and easy solution is to not make a sex tape. I mean, imagine a reality in which having sex with four different women is so commonplace that you need to film it in order to remember it, and you'll understand why I have a bit of trouble feeling sympathy here. But, if I squint hard enough, I can almost see how the whole argument that if freedom of speech is restricted at all, even in a case like this, it may eventually set a precedent of gradually more drastic encroachments, just may, MAY, be possibly stretched to border on giving Red Light some theoretical ground to stand on. I can also see how a similar stretch of privacy rights could potentially cover the argument made by Stapp and Kid Rock. But the bigger question here is, is it even worth it? Both sides here are making a mockery out of very important constitutional issues, and I don't even see why it's even necessary for our legal system to become invplved at all. Scott Stapp's recent track record shows that he'll be more than happy to settle anything outside of court ... namely in the parking lot after a few beers. Debate over hemp leaf grows in Connecticut 'Marijuana' painting causes uproar BY DONNA TALARICO Beacon A&E Editor ors--like aquamarine, sea green and coral. So really? What is the big deal about a pot leaf painted on a suburban home? You see that's the first problem. It's really a hemp leaf. There is a difference. Hemp.com 1 that hemp is not m juana; both the species cann saliva. They n n- l beer. That's l served a gl and another a Light, only on side by side not mean they Since it is past March 21, I'd give anything to see a bright, green, pretty leaf. Just one. Something that is a sign of spring. So, you'd think that as winter temps rage on residents of Connecticut wouldn't find offense in a big botanical, flowering on a neighbor's home. Unless .of course it is a pot leaf. Ironically, this all happened on High Street in Winsted, Connecticut. (I'm serious.) Chris Seekins' neighbors complained to police about the leaf painting, but police say ID there is nothing they can do about it. They tio complained to town council and got the same reasoning as the officers gave them. sum Seekins' symbolic art is protected under the THC(' First Amendment. So, regardless of neigh- high and borly disputes, his message about legalizing ers solely hemp will continue to be displayed on his and me, it's home's exterior. late 1960s, So we know the hemp dude's rights were was enacted, indeed protected. But let's look into the is- hemp and sue of what is really offensive and what is I once b o emp really useful. First of all, it's a leaf. (Grant- hemp necklace from a cool, u e ed, a big leaf.) But, it's not like his chimney at the Pocono Blues Festival. side from is shaped like a giant bong. I can find far that, I never really gave much thought to the more offensive things on people's property: other uses of this versatile plant family. My junk cars, high weeds (no pun intended) own ignorance of hemp products shames or whole houses painted in ridiculous col- me. However, perhaps this is because the general public is not really educated about emp. Perhaps many more hemp supporters e stopped before their message gets out. haps, afraid they are pushing something gal, mainstream media aren't telling the ses about the plant's many benefits. those who aren't familiar with the this versatile v ins necessary oducts are made nt like burgers, Hemp oil can smetics . ven p-fueled e made of pretty du·zed murPerhaps t acco sh , l the forPhillip Morris employees can make a ca er change and harvest hemp. o, with all these health and environmental benefits, why are people griping about the big hemp leaf? Perhaps the big deal with this case lies in the fact that the 'artist' was also arrested last year for growing over 100 hemp plants--not marijuana-- in his home for "research purposes." (That battle is still in court.) So, does this mean someone accused of drunk driving cannot hang a Budweiser-clad Dale Earnhardt Jr. flag from his porch? Does this mean that someone who was found guilty of possessing a weapon on a routine traffic stop has to scrape off his NRA bumper sticker? Do these people who complained have American flags on their homes? If they are so patriotic, then why would they try to take a right, protected under that flag, away from a neighbor? Instead of stopping the message, the neighbors' complaints indeed helped Seekins' get the word out beyond High Street and Winsted. I guarantee you that, just like I did, thousands of others were intrigued by the story and googled "hemp". And like I was, maybe they were fascinated by all hemp can do. Perhaps if these hemp hypocrites dug a little deeper before they opened their mouths, they too would have ran out to their local hardware stores for some green paint to pass around the message. So, hemp dude did nothing wrong in his High Street hemp house. But he sure did light a good one up for the nation's media. �MARCH 27, 2006 OPINION 8 -----------------------------,-------------r-- What constitutes 'news' these days is questionable I BY MYLES RUMBEL Beacon Asst. A&E Editor Important people get special treatment. That's a fact. For instance, when Jennifer Lopez visited the BBC she demanded multiple dressing rooms, all decorated in beige. In the same vein, Janet Jackson requested 30-plus black towels. If you don't believe me, ask the people at the BBC - they'll be more than happy to tell you. But now, thanks to some great investigative journalism, audiences know what Vice President Dick Cheney requires in his hotel room. According to multiple news reports, by sources such as CNN, MSNBC and USA Today, as well as a document found by The Smoking Gun website, Cheney requires the following: - a Queen or King size bed - desk with chair - private bathroom - all lights turned on - temperature set to 68 - all televisions tuned to Fox News - microwave - coffee pot with brewed decaf - container for ice (and location of ice machine) - 4-6 bottles of water - 4 cans of diet caffeine free Sprite - hotel restaurant menu - extra lamps - newspapers, one each - local paper, New York Times, Wall Street Journal and USA Today. I have a few issues with this list. Well okay, I only have one - diet caffeine free Sprite. Sprite is already caffeine free. Therefore, caffeine free Sprite is redundant. If it was caffeine free Coke or Pepsi - wonderful. Sprite's simply redundant. Was that a stupid point? You bet. But this question isn't: Why do we care? CNN, MSNBC and USA Today think we do (or should). I could understand if Fox News blanketed the airwaves with: "The Vice President only watches us!" (Surprise, surprise). However, the motivation behind CNN and MSNBC "reporting" this "news" remains a mystery. Now, don't get me wrong, I like to bash Republicans as much as the next ultra-liberal. But the bottom line is that there doesn't appear to be any real news to report on here, and analysts at news outlets really don't have anything legitimate to bash in Cheney's list of requirements. I think for someone who is arguably the most important man in the country, his requests seem reasonable. If Cheney were springing for six rooms, decorated in bright pink with 400 white towels, at the taxpayers' expense - we might have a problem. But he's not. He has a list of requests that cost about $20 and a NBC You know what I'm glad for? How safe we are. In this country, we're just so terribly lucky that I almost can't stand it. Most people are far too worried about all of the bad things happening around the world that they forget about everything good that people have done for the United States. All of you bleeding heart liberals who whine about government irresponsibility can just shut the hell up. I've compiled a few things just to remind you of what a great nation we all live in. On February 15, Houston police chief Harold Hurtt made a brilliant proposition for the residents of his glorious city: place surveillance cameras in apartment complexes, downtown streets, shopping malls, and most especially private homes to fight crime The following are results of a poll that The Beacon conducted online this past week. The poll was unscientific, and does not claim to reflect the overall attitudes of students on campus. Results are based on 46 responses. If you were alive before the dawn of modem medicine, what disease would you least want to have? little time from volunteers (he does not require hotel staff to fetch his requests; rather, volunteers do this for him). Is this what journalism has come down to in the US? Publishing a list of reasonable requests from our VP? How about some more investigation into Bush's wiretapping? How about figuring out just how many Washington insiders Jack Abramoff had in his pockets? What about a couple more reports from Iraq? Hell, how about the still spreading AIDS epidemic? Or starving children in Africa? Just about anything is more important than Dick Cheney's hotel room requests. If this is where news reporting is headed, we're all screwed. Check out The Beacon website at www. wilkesbeacon.com for actual links to these "news" reports. Alls justifiable in the name of national security . during shortages of police officers. Now, the police would no longer have to even worry about spending money to find out what we're up to, they can do it from the comfort of their seats in the police station. Several foolish reporters dared to ask Hurtt about violating the Fourth Amendment's protection versus unreasonable searches and seizures, but he quashed their pathetic resistance with a piece of clever wit, "I know a lot of people are concerned about Big Brother, but my response to that is, if you are not doing anything wrong, why should you worry about it?" A contemporary thinker, my friends. Pure genius. February 9, 2006: two public figures of moral integrity (Homeland Security officers) step into the Montgomery Public Library, and demand the attention of all within earshot. They then make an important announcement: "Viewing internet pornography in this Results The Beacon asked: Safety first: BY BENJAMIN IEZZONI Beacon Staff Writer Beacon Poll county facility is strictly forbidden." You heard me-- these two upright citizens went out of their way to protect other adults from sexual harassment, stepping beyond their call of duty to prevent terrorism in our country in order to halt the deadly advance of online sex. Not only were they looking out for our safety, but they used their powers to go beyond their job description. That's right. They were not even given the power to do this, and yet they did it anyway. Thank our good Lord God for the Patriot Act, or this criminal violation might have gone unnoticed. Just rem em bet this for the next time someone tries to make the fight against terrorism seem unnecessary, or illegal. In fact, I'd like you to spit in their face for me. That's what they deserve for calling our great nation fallible. Freedom is something nobody should try to mess with, and anyone who doesn't agree with anything I've said here is a communist. Scurvy - 11 % Dysentery - 0% Consumption - 4% Plague - 35% Cholera - 11 % Typhus - 3% Smallpox - 11 % Measles - 3% Polio - 15% Other - 7% Next Week's Poll Question: Who is the best movie villain? Hannibal Lechter, Silence of the Lambs Khan, Wrath of Khan Annie Wilkes, Misery Norman Bates, Psycho Jack Torrance, The Shining Alex Forrest, Fatal Attraction Michael Corleone, Godfather, Part II The Wicked Witch, Wizard of Oz Mariah Carey, Glitter Darth Vader, Star Wars Visit www. wilkesbeacon. com to cast your vote. Results will be published in next week's issue of The Beacon. �FEATURES MARCH History Day 10 Mini-Olympics 10 Women's Studies Conference 11 27, 2006 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ -- 9 Life's journey: sttidents coping with loss BY SARAH DOMAN Beacon Staff Writer Life can take many twists and turns. And while people can prepare emotionally for the stress of the job search, respond to financial challenges and even anticipate how a love interest may evolve, rarely is the death of a loved one an experience people are prepared for. For students, such a loss can be doubly stressful because of the added perseverance required to continue with their education--a rigorous schedule that can be unforgiving if it's interrupted. Nathan Hosie is a sophomore elementary education major whose eighteen-year-old sister Marla was killed in a car accident on August 15, 2004. About two miles from his home in Montdale, a truck hauling a carnival concession stand ran a stop sign at an estimated 40 miles per hour. Marla was killed at the scene, her mother and grandmother hospitalized for serious injuries. Coping with the loss of his sister has been difficult for Hosie. He said, "It is impossible to cope with it. You just find a way to get by. My sister is with me everyday. She lives in my heart and that's where she belongs and where she will always be." After his loss, Hosie returned to school that semester with full support from the faculty and staff at Wilkes. Hosie said, "I tried my best to stay in the swing of things and surround myself with the people that mean that this had been both a difficult, but rewarding year. Rees was in the middle of rehearsing for a Wilkes University production when she made the decision to go home and stay with her mother. Throughout her battle with cancer, Rees tells of her mother's positive attitude. "She was easy going and down to earth. If you knew her, you loved her. She was a really incredible woman and anyone who met her could tell you that," said Rees. the most to me. My roommates and friends at school are the best and offered me a true feeling of comfort. As did Wilkes University." Wilkes also named a scholarship after Marla. The award is given to an elementary education major who demonstrates an ethic of care and compassion. Hosie also copes with the loss of his sister through family support and Marla's memory. "I remember Marla as so many things. A cheerleader, homecoming queen, a friend. neral and thirteen friends of mine drove from Wilkes two hours to the funeral. I was very touched because they are like a family and helped me to heal. It is a process but the more support the better." Rees hopes she can live up to her mother and touch as many lives as she did. The loss of her mother has helped Rees to look at her own life. "I think about what mom would do or tell me to do. If she wouldn't approve then I step back and think about it more. I evaluate problems that are worth worrying about and don't think about the urmecessary stuff," said Rees. Rees had a very close and special relationship with her mother. She said, "She was my mom but my friend, too. I feel a lot of mom in me. She couldn't conquer the world, but she did her best." In October, Rees will participate in the three-day walk for breast cancer in Philadelphia. Twelve cities will be featured in this year's three-day walk. Among them is Phila9elphia on October 6-8. Participants must register ahead of time and the organization will provide you with materials to get you in shape for the event as well as be up to date on all of the pre-walk festivities. Anyone wishing to get involved may do so by logging on <!,nd registering at www. the3day.org. For those who are unable to participate in the actual walk, a link is available on the website to simply make a donation. She was my mom but my friend, too. I feel a lot of mom in me. She couldn't conquer the world, but she did her best. Dara Rees junior communications studies and theatre major Rees decided to go back to school a week after her mother's death. "I knew she wouldn't want me to miss anything. You are never prepared for the loss of someone so close to you, but she was the kind of person who would ask, 'What are you crying over me for?' She would want me to be the best that I can," said Rees. Rees continues to "do it for mom" a tag line she lives by. Rees found support from family, friends and professors at Wilkes. She said, "There were about five hundred people at her fu- She was an amazing person and touched the lives of all those she met. After she died, I found out the things she had done behind closed doors; the lives she touched without us knowing. She was beautiful," said Hosie. Many other students also deal with loss of friends and family members. Dara Rees is a junior double majoring in communications and theater. This past October her mother Pam, 44 of Limerick, died after a three year long battle with breast cancer. Rees noted U Tell S ■ ■ ■ What is the worst part of spring? Managing Editor Becky Goodman was curious about what Wilkes studen~s are thinking. Here is what she found out. • •• • • •• • • • • • •• • • The smelly trees outside of Delaware Hall." Adam Bachman sophomore prepharmacy Kristina Bogdany sophomore prepharmacy Ken Gareau sophomore prepharmacy "I do hate finals, and finals happen in the spring." "The allergies and the rain." "The copious amount of PDAs (public displays of affection]." �10 FEATURES MARCH 27, 2006 Emerging Leaders organize Mini-Olympics for CEO kids Event marks the first public use of UCO M BY ERICA LEO Beacon Staff Writer When Wilkes' Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) was prompted to plan a community service project at the culmination of its leadership classes, the consensus was that all participants wanted to work with children. After much brainstorming, the five ELP members-- Alisha Cain, Rob Donahue, Andrew Chase Deleo, Theresa Brewer, and Dana Zlotucha--decided to work with the Commission on Economic Opportunity's (CEO) Kid's Cafe program in Wilkes-Barre and hold a Mini-Olympic event for the children who participate. With the help of a few on-campus clubs and organizations, ELP's Mini-Olympics took place last Friday from 4 to 5:30 P.M. in the new UCOM building on South Main St. Phil Ruthkosky, Director of Student Activities, talked about what he, as one of the advisors to the ELP program, wanted the students to gain from the experience. "We wanted the students to do a project that would not only enhance their leadership skills, but also their ability to work together as a group. In addition to that, we wanted them to do a project that would give back to the community," said Ruthkosky. Ruthkosky is proud of the five students who, he stressed, orchestrated the entire event themselves. "The students thought of it, organized it, budgeted it, and ·marketed it themselves. They also got the campus community involved and excited about the event. They really deserve all the credit," said Ruthkosky. Over 120 grade school children from the Kid's Cafe program participated in the Mini-Olympics, which consisted of five semi-competitive athletic activities that served to not only provide the students with some exercise but allowed them to have fun in the process. The activities included a basketball event which allowed the children, depending on The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski The Wilkes' Emerging Leaders Program teamed up with the Commission on Economic Opportunity's Kid's Cafe program in Wilkes-Barre to hold a Mini-Olympic event for participating children. The event took place last Friday and featured many different sporting events. It also marked the first public use of the UCOM building. their age and height, to shoot baskets into a regular hoop or garbage can; a baseball activity that measured pitching accuracy; a track and field event that allowed children to race against other children their own age; a football activity that measured passing accuracy and distance; and a soccer event to help the children develop passing and shooting skills. With funding from Student Government (SG), the ELP students were able to provide the children with goodie bags which contained healthy snacks, a book, a bookmark and Cancer Awareness bracelets. Volunteers from some of the Wilkes athletic teams, SG, the Spanish Club, the Equestrian Club and Circle K also helped with the event. Dana Zlotucha, sophomore English major and member of the ELP program, was put in charge of promoting the event and thinks that it was a success. "As part of the Emerging Leader Program we had to do some aspect of community service, so I was happy that we could combine it and tie it directly into Wilkes to show the community that we are involved," said Zlotucha. Wilkes celebrates History Day D,o nate Plasn,a ·T oda·y. Earn upkl $2 - a Monthl Interstate Blood & Plasma lnc., 66S Ava lbts-&1Ta Pe Call (570J B23-411S c:a~ 11 The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski On Thursday, March 24 students from the History Club celebrated "History Day" in the Student Union Building. Some events included a Civil War reanactment, a mining equipment display and a discussion about ancient gods. �MARCH 27, 2006 FEATURES 11 Women's studies conference looks to 'find feminism' BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. Features Editor Throughout the month of March, there are many different reasons to celebrate- whether it's wearing green on St. Patrick's Day, breaking out the sandals for the first day of spring, or holding a women's studies conference to culminate the end of Women's History Month. A conference is exactly what students in Women's Studies 101 and the Women's Interest Society Empowering the University Population (WISE UP) are planning for Friday, March 31 at the Genetti Hotel Conference Center. According to the National Women's History Project website, in 1987, Congress was petitioned to expand the national celebration of women's history to the entire month of March. Each year, programs and activities in schools, workplaces, and communities have become more extensive as information and program -ideas have been developed and shared. Developing and sharing various women's issues has been a common theme for students in the women's studies minor. This year, students were required to write a paper dealing with different topics that range from eating disorders in women and images of women in popular culture to violence against women and pornography. These papers will be turned into three seperate sessions of presentations at the conference. Nicole Leader, sophomore sociology major and member of WISE UP, explained the significance of the conference. "The conference started as a way to raise awareness in the community for women's rights and feminism." "The 'F' Word: Finding Feminism" is the theme of the conference, and students from King's College and other local schools will also be in attendance. Shannon Curtin, sophomore English major and president of WISE UP, explained, "The biggest problems facing women stem from the way today's women were socialized. We need more women in positions of power so that our voices are heard and I think that in order for the women of the future to truly gain equality we need to change the way we socialize our children. The emphasis on gender roles from an early age needs to be eradicated." Theresa Kintz, women's studies program coordinator, also believes that women's voices need to be heard more often. "Personally, I believe that since women were essentially excluded from participat- The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Students in Theresa Kintz's Women's Studies 101 course listen and discuss issues still facing women in today's society. Students of this class have written papers on topics such as eating disorders among females, violence against women, and pornography. These papers will then be turned into presentations that will be offered at the Women's Studies Conference on Friday, March 31 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Genetti Hotel Conference Center. Students from all local colleges will be in attendance to gain insight into the importance of women's rights and awareness. The theme of the conference is "The 'F' Word: Finding Feminism" and is set for the end of March to culminate Women's History Month. ing in the political process for the past 2000 years of Western Civilization, the biggest issue we face now is making sure our voices are heard and our perspectives are represented when it comes to important social and political debates. It is time that women have an equal say in determining the future course of our society." Those involved with the conference are already making plans for next year. Getting students interested in women's issues is still a main focal point for the group. Curtin expressed her opinion. "I've been interested in Women's History and feminism in general ever since I discovered in fourth grade that only two paragraphs of our entire history book were dedicated to women's history. Now I find it fascinating to look back and see how far women have come as well as looking forward to the battles we have yet to win. I think that students should be interested in learning about the many injustices that still face women on a daily basis." Leader also voiced her concern. "I feel students should be interested for their own knowledge. They can free themselves from ignorance and stigma if they simply open their minds and think. We are all affected by women's issues, we all have an opinion on abortion and birth control and a woman president. These things are the most valuable we can learn in college. They surround us on a daily basis so it is only our duty to understand them and have something to say about them." The conference will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Those interested in attending the conference or learning more about the women's studies minor, can contact Theresa Kintz or Shannon Curtin for further information. ..41.r➔ lw.ttyotu exttHtl Need to buyytJur birth, am.trot f.J1.I privacy? ·Get Your Birth Control wiiluJut A Pelvic Exam* Your number one:- SUl..lt'a: :fut birth oontrol and the morning afit!'r pm. 1-800-230-PLAN vrww. ppnep.org �r MARCH 27, 2006 ________ Battle of the Bands Felix Sarco The Hills Have Eyes Goldstein's Deli 12 '-. 13 14 15 15 j Indian musicians to offer workshop at Darte Center BY DONNA TALARICO Beacon A&E Editor As global awareness becomes more and more important, sic class offers an introduction to Indian music and culture. many Wilkes courses and events have sought to promote Nair-Mulloth says that students are exposed to the history multicultural offerings. The Wilkes University Department of Indian music, starting 2,500 years ago to contemporary of Music is one place this trend has been welcomed. times. She explains that over time, the music has evolved "This a theme we are trying to promote. Our department into many different styles because of varied influences. is heavily commited to world music as a way to understand "There were the religious chants when it started. In the and appreciate other cultures," said Phil Simon, instructor Middle Ages, there was the coming of the Muslims. Later, of music education. there were Europeans. There are so many differences to This year, the culture of interest is Indian music. Sujata what is generally categorized as Indian dance," she said, Nair~Muile> ' o,rld M ¾· I ~ ' • adding that the differences can be found in beat, content, ' rhythms and costumes of performers. Today, she says with globalization, Indian music is being appreciated at a very different level. As a supplement to the course, a troupe of professional Indian musicians from Philadelphia will offer a 90-minute music workshop and performance on Tuesday, April 4. While Nair-Mulloth plays some of the Indian instruments in class, she says this workshop will bring much of the course material to life through elaboration and demonstration. "I do not play each and every instrument, whereas with the group, there is a percussionist, a flutist and vocalist. This is kind of an enriching experience, to have someone [play the mu- sic] right in front of you so you can ask questions," she said. "There will be all different instruments and studen~ can experience first hand all the sounds and notes and beat patterns and structure." The workshop begins at 5 :00 p.m. and later that evenin~ at 8 p.m. in the Darte Center, the musicians will perfonn Indian classical and semi-classical works, showing all types of substyles that are found in India. Simon says the ensemble performs all over the East coast He credits the Office of Diversity for making the worksh~ possible, providing $2,000 to support the project. Because of the financial commitment from administration and the dedication in the music department, Simon hopes to see strong participation from the student community. "The interesting thing about this is that there is a fairly substantial community of Indians in Northeast Pa, especially in Clarks Summit," said Simon. "This is really in the woodwork, and we want to help bring it out of the woodwork." In fact, Nair-Mulloth has been operating her own studio. Kala Indian School of Classical Dance, in Clarks Summa for ten years. The concept of world music and fusing the class with public events is something that Simon says will be continued. "We intend to continue to focus on various world cultur~ and present performances that represent [each] culture That's one of our strongest contributions to the Wilk5 community," said Simon. Both events are free and open to the public. �~RCH 27, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 MARCH 27, 2006 i.-\Ji\O~ Beacon Cartoonist 0l}(t? y BY MATT ZEBROWSKI Beacon Asst. Op-Ed Editor In the interest of full disclosure, I should probably tell you that I personally know Gavin Robb, the lead singer of Felix Sarco, and consider him to be a stand-up guy. f!i· ,0 ...how ..,h . . band this unique is a true anomaly. And Felix Sarco's new self-titled CD is every bit as spectacular as their live show. It channels everything good and righteous that has happened in experimental .••••••••••••••••••••.• 1-Jl\l, I we"oµy: ana5ell I : 1'1lllS 1'11' • •o ~-r 0 SvLit.& ·.J 3 @ •g • ~~ \ . PS2 • XBOX 0 NINTENDO : ,1s VDEtGADS LJsllli4Ss I :• • !I IUSICAI. DEl6I i 59 north main -- ~lkes barre .. 829-2929 I _, I 0 --- ---- \] Q~ 0 5 w j~l y, ~ ..----------· ----------• •••••••••••••••••••• : we have hundreds of posters 1! . . : rock in the past few decades, with the most obvious benchmarks, in my opinion at least, being the Mars Volta minus the salsa riffs and Faith No More. But there's a bit of Mindless Selflndulgence in songs like "One For the Earth Girls," and even a bit of Pink Floyd in songs like "Pet Shop" and "Chester." , . crazy to pass it up. Grade:A+ f~OI..I..EGI~ l)lllNKINC~ f~NSEOIJENCl~S 90% of all campus rapes occur when alcohol has been used by either the assilant or the victim. 'd be �-- - - - - 15 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT !~Dinner and a Movie I Movie: the Hills Have Eyes BY ALISON SHERRY Beacon Correspondent Remakes of horror flicks happen all the time. The philosophy in Hollywood seems to be that if it scared audiences once, it can scare them again if done just a little differently. What is unusual, though, is to have the same director/producer remake his own movie. Wes Craven's remake of his own 1977 horror classic, The Hills Have Eyes, is a prime example of why every director should do their own remakes. It's just done right. While Craven doesn't direct this version (the remake is guided by Alexandre Aja), his influence in its production is clear, and it's almost as if he cried,"Do over!" in the middle of a game. And the do over scores the point in this case. If you're in the mood for a good scare and some sleepless nights, then The Hills Have Eyes may be just what you're looking for. We all know the typical American family; in this movie, it's the Carters. They are happily taking a trip through the Southwest and all seems to be going well until they come across a detour that leads them to an area closed off from any kind of human life. They discover that the area was originally occupied by the U.S. government for nuclear testing, but now it is supposed to be abandoned. Uh-huh, it's supposed to be abandoned ... sure. Dinner: Goldstein's Deli BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Correspondent I arrived at Goldstein's Deli, which is located at 200 Pierce Street, across the bridge in Kingston, at about 5 p.m. There was plency of available -street parking in addition to a earking lot in the back, which made it easy for me to park. and gave me plenty of time inside to order and get my food. This may seem like a given, but in the city of parking meters and useless tickets I can't afford to pay, it's high on my list of prioripes. I bad checked out Goldstein's menu prior to arrival, but being the indecisive diner that I am, I had not narrowed it down to one selection. I was lpoking for something that would be delicious and :filling, but wouldn't drain my wallet. I :finally decided on a mushroom and Swiss' burger, which only set me back $3.99. I ordered a side dish of Red Potato Salad for $1.75. Being a girl who enjoys a good beer, I asked the man working there to help me choose a beer that would best accompany my burger. Goldstein's has five or ~ix coolers filled with a variety of both domestic and imported beers available for individual purchase, as well as a "create your own 6-pack" option, with a 10% savings on your selected beers. After asking about my beer preferences, he recommended Xingu, a black beer imported from Brazil. The bottle of Xingu cost $2.50, not much more than a soda at a restaurant. My entire meal was prepared in about ten p:i.inutes, despite the fact that it was prime d.inner time. The burger, potato salad, beer and a mini chocolate chip cookie for dessert totaled $9.04,.. Not bad! I opted to take my dinner home to eat, so after I received my food, I began the trek back to Franklin Street. I was slightly concerned the beer would go warm or the sandwich would cool off b,t the time I navigated the traffic, but when I' arrived home, the foil-wrapped burger had maintained its heat1 and the beer was stilJ chilled When I unwrapped the burger, I was. pleasantly surprised to find a hearty bun and a large beef patty, with my requested toppings. My only complaint was a slight skimping on mushrooms, of which l am a huge fan. The burger was delicious. The potato salad was theper,fectblend of sweetness and tang, and the Xingu beer had a good taste. and was an excellent compliment to the meal . It held its own as a flavor, but did not overpower the taste of the food. The soft-baked chocolate chip cookie was a great finale to a great meal, with its multitude of chips. The meal was very satisfying, and not too expensive. For a cheaper alternative, diners can opt not to purchase the beer with the meal and save a couple bucks. Goldstein's offers pizza and wings in addition to an extensive deli menu. The pizzl\ has a sweet sauce and plenty of cheese, and the wing sauce hits the spot. Grade:A MARCH Naturally, the Carters' vehicle breaks down at the site and they are stranded with no connection to the outside world. However, it's not your ordinary breakdown. The Carters soon discover that a) they're not alone and b) that their breakdown might be a trap. The trap may be the work of the site's inhabitants who are setting up a gruesome massacre. Wes Craven is the ultimate director for these kinds of movies. He never fails to get a jolt out of the audience. There is no doubt that The Hills Have Eyes will shock and disturb viewers. Mutations born of nuclear testing, rape, violence and gore all stay with the viewer long after the closing cred- 27, 2006 its. The movie also takes a critical stance against the environmental damage caused by man's carelessness and lust for power. Wes Craven knows exactly what he needs to satisfy a good scare in an audience and it's achieved, even with a remake. With remakes being so popular these days, most directors should take a hint from Craven's work. If you are not a fan of scary movies, then I definitely wouldn't spend the money and, this is definitely no family movie! However, if terror is your idea of a thrilling night out, then this may be the best night you've had in a long time. Grade: A+ ~,~aitdngpopularity around the country. sTUnm aous.-a SOLU-..ON owv»wwa A't uw ftamacta Inn lt'al:11&..11 ·~ -lli!alLlaalHIIII-~ .........,.. ___._,tn911 __ ___ O..,._wbbHBO il,,t,'J,0- fll'hOftll, ~ Ulliiiil•• w . . to'w.llo..,...,.. All"C~ Li.Nuffl a: ST.A.Y~S.APPLY*· Ell ■ ~aOIENOIES edDld 1mm ;MIO• . . . :monm ( ·, ·«2 PftCbUIM- )ttKJYdfU uelllllta SBEIHIOOMSUl'll'EII Pris«o tomi RH:• av maocn u oc:J 01rroe10> mc1Mmoa WHIIM 2 allDIIOOM SVITltS Pr:fnrd n:am 18IO'" nae mnacn, ~ , IA I me JCMn >rnctt one HfHIJ:IM CALL. CUR s.AL.,ES OFFIC:.E FOR A FREE TOURl s2o-a:z:11-21 oo., ----~adDa ..,..,.,._v.,,lird 11:x,..,.•o• 12• . . . . . .en:. . _ _ _ .,_.-lilN/I M IIMI>•- �16 SPORTS MARCH 27, 2006 Wilkes golf tea01 prepping for season under new leadership New golf head coach looks to build up program to new levels BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Asst. Sports Editor Students who love the game of golf waited through the fall and even into the winter to hear the much-anticipated announcement of who would be coaching the Wilkes University golf team this year. Finally it was announced that Meyers High School alum, Mike Hirthler would begin his first season as the Colonel's golf team's head coach. Hirthler graduated from Dickinson College with a degree in economics is locally self-employed at LPL Financial Services in Wilkes-Barre. When it comes to sports and coaching Hirthler is a Jong time expert coaching basketball for 15 years at the Wilkes-Barre Catholic Youth Center. He also was very influential in expanding athletic facilities at the CYC through his efforts as a board member. In addition to his love for basketball, Hirthler is equally as accomplished on the green and is an active member of the Wyoming Valley Country Club, the Glenmaura National Country Club, and the Reynolds Plantation Country Club. Even with all of his success and experience, his new role as head golf coach is his first professional coaching post. The official start to the golf season is Wednesday, April 5, when the team heads to the green under Hirthler's leadership for the first time against Scranton. Wilkes hasn't garnered a golf championship since the late 1970s and has only had six match wins in the past two seasons. "We have a young team [including] six or seven freshman and a total of 18 guys signed up for the team all together," said new head coach Mike Hirthler. The focus for this team is redevelopment and rebuilding. "I am looking to really build and get a feel for the program over the next few seasons. I am looking to start a fall program and am also planning a trip next spring to Greensboro, Georgia," stated Hirthler about his plans for the team. According to first time player Neal Jackloski, "He [Hirthler] seems to be organized and also very knowledgeable especially when it comes to swing patterns. I haven't had the opportunity to speak with him [Hirthler] that much, but he seems pretty friendly and approachable." For the team to succeed this season it is crucial to have team unity and good leadership. "I tend to be inconsistent and I am not the best golfer, so I am hoping that Hirthler with provide guidance and tips on what we are doing wrong to help the other players and myself improve [our] skills," stated Jackloski and what he is looking for from the new coach. Courtesy of Sports Information Hirthler, self-employed at LPL Financial Services in Wilkes-Barre, took his first professional coaching position when he signed on as the bead coach of the Wilkes varsity golf team. The Colonels take to the green on April 5. �-- MARCH 27, 2006 -- 17 SPORTS COMMENTARY Opening Day Preview: Welcollle to ''next year'' BY NICK PODOLAK Asst. Sports Editor The only solace a MLB fan can find after a losing season is the assurance of "next year." On April 2, next year begins as 32 teams enter Opening Day with a clean slate. For those of you still caught up in March Madness, here's an overview of the most intriguing storylines coming into the 2006 season. AMERICAN LEAGUE EAST They say that history repeats itself, but will Johnny Damon's trade to the Dark Side be another "Curse of the Bambino?" Not likely. Call it the "Curse of the Idiot," if you will. But while Damon adds decent pop to an already potent Yankees lineup, his presence won't have an effect on the mediocre pitching staff. Their aces, Randy Johnson and Mike Mussina, would be much better off pitching in a nursing home softball league. And while Carl Pavano could be the team's saving grace, it is uncertain whether he will be healthy enough for a bounce back year. Over in Beantown, the Red Sox replaced Damon with Coco Crisp, arguably the most underrated outfielder in the biz. Crisp is coming off back-to-back seasons with 15 homers and 15 steals along with a .300 average. He won't be the rock star Damon was, but at least the Fenway Faithful can replace their fake beards with boxes of Cocoa Crispies. Pitcher Josh Beckett was another stellar pickup. The 2003 World Series MVP is a possible Cy Young candidate if his nagging blisters remain under control. But forget about the Yankees and the Red Sox for a moment ... the real winners of this off-season were the Toronto Blue Jays. With the additions of Troy Glaus (3B), Lyle Overbay( lB), A.I. Burnette (SP), and closer B.J. Ryan, the 'Jays are better on paper than both the Yankees and the Red Sox. But can they finally put it all together? CHI-TOWN CHAMPS Winning its first World Series in 88 years, the Chicago White Sox are in no hurry go back to playing second fiddle to the beloved Cubs. The ChiSox bolstered its already potent line-up by signing slugger Jim Thome, who will replace Frank Thomas who was shipped to the A's. Thome, if healthy, will bat behind Paul Konerko in the DH spot, providing for a vulgar display of power. The Sox also replaced pitcher Orlando Hernandez with Arizona ace Javier Vazquez, making the rotation even better than last year. However, don't expect the team to be a shoo-in for the playoffs, for the Indians and Twins are also serious contenders for the division title. turn the Giants from a pretender to a contender in the wishy washy National League West. Tune into ESPN2 this Sunday as the Cleveland Indians and the Chicago White Sox open up the regular season at 8:05 p.m. PREDICTIONS PUMPING UP ON STEROIDS A new book titled "Book of Shadows" alleges that Barry Bonds has been using performance-enhancing drugs for the past four seasons. Big deal. Tell me something I don't know. What's important is that Bud Selig strengthened the steroid policy to A 50-game suspension for first-time offenders, and Bonds will come into the 2006 season clean. Expected to play in 125 games, Bonds needs only seven homeruns to surpass Babe Ruth on the all-time homerun list and 47 to break homerun king Hank Aaron's record of 755. Though Bonds may not break the record this year, he will certainly AMERICAN LEAGUE East: Boston Red Sox Central: Cleveland Indians West: Oakland A's Wild Card: Toronto Blue Jays I NATIONAL LEAGUE East: Philadelphia Phillies Central: St. Louis Cardinals West: San Francisco Giants Wild Card: New York Mets The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Senior business major Robert Balsemel engages in a friendly game of pool at the Henry Student Center. Billiards is an intramural sporting event that currently consists of about sixteen competitors. The name of the game is 8-ball, and follows the Billiard Congress of America rules of play. The regular season of Billiards has just drawn to a close, with the first round of playoffs beginning on Monday, March 27. Matthew Nagar finished the regular season on top, with a 7-2 record. David Crane and Matthew Burian will square off on the first floor of the Henry Student Center at 4 p.m. on Monday to kick off the playoffs. World Series Boton Red ·Sox vs. New York Mets l l .l '! �SPORTS 18 MARCH 27, 2006 Commentary GAME OF THE WEEK Arena Football League: Arizona Rattlers versus San Jose SaberCats Stage set for west coast war on April 2 »- BY RYAN DIPPRE Beacon Sports Editor The Arena Football League is now in its twentieth season of play, and most people are still a little astounded by the fact that it still exists. One of the only successful professional football leagues in the United States aside from the NFL, the Arena league has done something that both the USFL of the late 1980s and the XFL of two and a half weeks in 2002 were unable to do: create a brand of football that was not only exciting, but different enough from the NFL to stand ori its own. Arena football has also filled a large gap in football viewers' lives: that boring time between the Super Bowl and pre-season camps, when we all have to pretend to enjoy the NBA just to get by. The AFL's short field has created an offensive monster, which is exactly what fans love to see. The high-scoring games in the AFL gives fans every reason to be on their feet for any given play. Additionally, the lack of sidelines and the lack of width in the field creates a lot of traffic, giving rise to opportunities for some great hits. Plenty of scoring and plenty of contact will be the name of the game in this week's Game of the Week against the Arizona Rattlers and the San Jose SaberCats. The Rattlers come into the contest riding high upon a four game winning streak. Arizona began the year 0-3, including a 58-50 loss to the then-winless San Jose in Week 3. Arizona began to turn its season around in a defensive duel (or what passes for a defensive duel in this league) against Utah on February 18. The Rattlers, AFL Champions in 1994 and 1997, are once again reach- Double Take Sarah examznes the stats that truly matter BY SARAH HERBERT Beacon Features Editor % 0 N A ing their typical standard of success in the league. Arizona is currently 5-4 overall, and leading the Western Division of the American Conference with a 3-2 division record. The SaberCats are also members of the Western Division, and are still attempting to claw their way out of the basement this season. After posting a 9-7 season and earning a playoff berth in 2005, the SaberCats have struggled throughout the first nine weeks of the 2006 season. Their early-season win over the Rattlers gave them little momentum, as the team struggled to finish games later in the season. The SaberCats will come into the game with a 3-6 overall record, and a 2-3 conference record. The game will be a pivotal one for the Western Division. Although the Rattlers are in first place, the SaberCats are not far behind. A win would place both teams at 3-3 and give the second place Los Angeles Gladiators a shot at first place. Although there is a small chance for a shootout--it's a 50yard field, for crying out loud--look for this game to be the AFL's sad excuse for a ground war. San Jose is 2-0 when they have more rushing yards than their opponent, and Arizona's defense isn't going to give them much in the air. The Rattler defense has been the backbone of the team during the winning streak, allowing the lowest quarterback rating in both conferences (87.8) along with the second-fewest passing yards and touchdowns (1,903 and 26, respectively). SaberCat QB Mark Grieb leads the league in yards per attempt, and he had a good day against Arizona last game, but the defense has been playing much better football since then. Expect Arizona to concentrate on going for the ball after San Jose's three-turnover game against Nashville a week ago. Rattlers quarterback Sherdrick Bonner is an old hand in the league, joining the 700touchdown club in last week's win over Los Angeles, and it is a given that he will get his yards. The deciding factor in this game will be on the effectiveness of San Jose's ground game against Arizona's stingy defense, and also the SaberCats' ability to keep the Rattler special teams in check throughout the game. San Jose's Phil Glover is tied for first in rushing touchdowns this season with eight, and WR/DB James Roe is averaging 125 all-purpose yards per game. It will be up to this duo to keep the Rattler defense offbalance and guessing throughout the game, while also giving enough points to match whatever Bonner and his crew manages to throw on the board. The SaberCats have home field advantage, but the Rattlers have the advantage in both special teams and defense. It will be a fight to the finish, but Arizona's advantages compounded by their winning streak and the still-remembered sting of an early-seasoa defeat should carry them through. The Pick: Arizona 45, San Jose 38 Note to self: don't make snide remarks about your editors in your actual column. For some reason, I get the feeling that this week's game of the week is sweet revenge for complaining about having to cover stupid sports that I'm not interested in. This week's matchup features the Arizona Rattlers and San Jose SaberCats. I'm sure absolutely no one has any inkling of what sport these teams play. That is because they are Arena Football teams. It's a very sad point in one's life when one begins to avidly follow arena football. Now don't get me wrong, I can see featuring our local team or even the Philadelphia Soul, but where did this wacko idea come from? That being said, let me offer you all an anecdote about my experience with arena football. I'm open to anything and I'll try anything once (in the case of football once is the limit, however). So I ventured out to a Pioneers game and was so distraught I whined and cried until the people I was with finally said we could leave. Apparently, we missed some amazing plays in the end of the game. That's not to say that I felt badly about forcing everyone to leave. No one seems to understand how mentally draining football is for me. It actually hurts my head. Now that I think of it, it hurts my entire body. Just thinking about having to watch a football game gives me severe anxiety. As you can see, my pick this week is going to be quite arbitrary. In all honesty, I don't care who wins as long as I don't have to watch/listen to/hear about the game. It just isn't my thing. I'm sort of leaning toward the Rattlers. Wouldn't it be hiljrious if instead of•playing the SaberCats tijty played the l"fongooses? Would the plural of mongoose be mongeese? Now I'm getting off topic, this is what football .dp,..es ~Q my brain. Go Rattlers. �MARCH SPOR~S 27, 2006 19 Athlete of the Week ~ Baseball: Kevin Konschak BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Asst. Sp orts Editor It may still be cold outside, but senior pitcher Kevin Konschak: was on fire to start the Colonels' season in Florida and was honored as Freedom Conference Pitcher of the Week the week of March 13. Konschak, who is a New Jersey native, earns Beacon Athlete of the Week honors thanks to a solid outing in this weekend's game against Drew University. In the rescheduled double-header home opener for the Colonels Konschak pitched the second of the two games giving up only 4 runs in his second complete game of the season. Konschak fell behind early in the game giving up one run in the first and second innings before he got a boost from his offense in the bottom half of the third inning. Konschak: and the Colonels would split the double-header with Drew University winning ~-4 in the bottom of the seventh off a ground ball hit by Matt LoPresto. Since: the 2004 season, Konschak: has -, posted an overall record of 10-8 and career ERA of3.253. Over the 105 innings that he has pitched he has allowed 53 earned runs, 45 walks, and 130 hits. "Kevin is an experienced pitcher who we· are expecting to have a big year for us. He' is going to be one of the guys who starts 1 our conference games for us," said men's, baseball head coach Joe Folek. "It would be nice to win the MAC this season," Kevin Konschak: expressed after, the game. He went onto talk about how he does it for the team. "Kevin may also find himself in the lineup this.. season in either a designated hitter or outfielder role. We're going to look for him to pull double duty to help us win ball- . 0 Courtesy of Sports Information The Beacon/Todd Weibel Konschak threw a complete game against Drew University on Sunday afternoon and came away with a 5-4 victory. Sophomore outfielder Kyle Follweiler is signaled to "Get Down!" as he slides safely into home plate Pete Rose style. The Colonels played their first home opener in four weeks due to inclement weather. games," stated Folek. As Konschak pitches in his final season he stated that,"My biggest accomplishment is that fact that I have been a winning pitcher every year." Konschak and the rest of the baseball team will be back in action on Tuesday at 3 p.m. at Artillery Park taking on Penn State Wilkes-Barre. WEEKENI) RECAPS 2006 Home Games March 28 "~ PSU Wilkes-Barre March 31 1 r FDU-Fl9rham April 2 King's · · April 5 Misericordia April 7 DeSales ·April 11 Susquehanna April 14 Delaware Valley April 20 Old Westbury April 24 Baptist Bible April 28 Scranton Baseball The men's baseball team split its home opener against Drew on Sunday, winning the rubber match 5-4 in the bottom of the seventh. Kyle Follweiler led off with a stand-up double to center field, then Chris Mayerski was intentionally walked, setting up Matt LoPresto's game winning hit. Kevin Konschack walked away with the win as the Colonels improve to 5-5 overall, 3-3 in the conference. Softball Laurie Agresti threw a one-hitter, and Nadine Taylor had three hits during Saturday af- . ternoon's doubleheader against Delaware Valley College in Doylestown, PA. The Lady Colonels took the first game 8-0 in five innings, and won the nightcap in an easy 7-0 shutout. The Colonels continued their weekend .streak with a sweep of a doubleheader against FDU-Florham on Sunday. Agresti again dominated from the mound, striking out 10 en route to an 8-0 victory. Samantha Evanich struck,out four in the second game to lead the Lady Colonels to an 11-3 victory. Wilkes is now 8-6 overall, with a 4-0 conference record. Women's Lacrosse The Lady Colonels posted a difficult 17-5 loss to Widener University on Saturday afternoon in Chester. Stacy Fimmano and Jen Compton each had two goals, and Catherine Simone had one in the loss. Shannon Chlebus also had an assist. The Lady Colonels are currently 1-2 overall, with an 0-2 conference record. Men's Tennis Wilkes University took two out of three doubles matches to start their match against Marywood, but were unable to hold on and fell to the Pacers 4-3. Arvin Narula and Josh Gardner took victories in singles. The Colonels fell to 5-2 overall with the loss. NUMBERS OF THE WEEK il Runs allowed by the I women's softball team in r 'Saturday's doubleheader against Delaware Valley College. 2 Goals scored by both Stacy Fimmano and Jen Compton in Saturday's women s lacrosse game against Widener. '' 4 Number of times that the baseball team has had their home opener postponed so far this season. .. 9 Strikeouts by softball pitcher Laurie Agresti in Saturdays doubleheader against Delaware Valley College. $ �-S29,.r.ts~~~~~~~~--20 Preview of the Week: women's lacrosse vs. Susquehanna on 3/28 BY RYAN DIPPRE Beacon Sports Editor Sometimes there's nothing better than being the underdog. Sometimes the opponent gets off the bus a little too cocky, with a little bit too much swagger in its collective step. Sometimes it's just one of those days; there's electricity in the air, some snap in the wind, but the opposing team can't feel it. They're looking to another day, against another opponent, and they don't even notice the determined faces of the team standing right in front of thein. And sometimes--just sometimes--they walk off the field after 60 minutes of play with a healthy reminder that victories are earned, not given. The women's lacrosse team is hoping to make it one of those days for Susquehanna University on Tuesday, March 28, when the Lady Colonels take on the Lady Crusaders at Ralston field at 4: 15 p.m. The team, in only its fourth sea' son of existence and its first under head coach Mary Kate Stauffer, The Beacon/Todd Wiebel Stacy Fimmano maneuvers around defenders in Tuesday's game against Drew at Ralston Field. has started the 2006 season strong. The Lady Colonels are 1-2 going into Tuesday's game, with a 17-5 defeat of nearby rival Misericordia and a narrow loss to defending champ Drew University. "Their skills are constantly improving," said Stauffer, a 2000 Rowan University graduate. "They have a very strong desire to be successful and they are more than aware of the fact that they have to play as a 'team' at all times." The team has done more than merely come together over the course of pre-season training and the first week of its season: the women have also sharpened their game to an impressive degree. "Everyone has improved by leaps and bounds," said freshman attack wing Catherine Simone. "Everyone has really stepped up." Some of the older hands on the team have noticed as much improvement in team skills as they have in individual skills. "This year, if I've got the ball and I need to pass it, I can know exactly where someone else is going to be," said senior captain Pam Carey. "We've gotten used to each other's play." Fellow senior Cassie Malone agrees, "We've really clicked a lot more this year on the field." Campus calendar, Monday (3/27) *Men's tennis @ Keystone 3:30 p.m. Tuesday (3/28) *Last day to buy Spring Fling tickets *Senior Graduation meeting for May Graduates, HSC Ballroom - 11 :15 a.m. · *Women's softball @ Moravian - 2:30 p .m. *Men's baseball vs. PSU Wilkes-Barre - 3 p.m. *Women's lacrosse vs. Susquehanna - 4:15 p.m. *Open dinner discussion on "How to be a person who changes their community in positive ways", HSC Miller Room - 6 p.m. RSVP by call- ing 408-4731 or culture@wilkes.edu Wednesday (3/29) *Men 's tennis vs. Scranton - 3 p.m. Thursday (3/30) *Preview of the Recreation and Athletic Center (RAC) at UCOM - 11 :30 to 1 p.m. *Women's lacrosse vs. Centenary - 4:15 p.m. *Team Rootberry, a comical sword and juggling act HSC Ballroom - 8 p .m *College Night Out, Chackos Bowling Lane - 9:30 p.m. Friday (3/31) *Men's baseball vs. FDU-Florham - 3 p.m. Stauffer credits the leadership of the upperclassmen with giving the team the ability to handle setbacks "with class and patience." This will be of particular importance against Susquehanna, as the Lady Crusaders are noted for their rough sty le of play on the field. "They can be nasty," said Carey. Stauffer, however, doesn't feel that the leadership will fail to deliver against a team that made it to the semifinals of the MAC Championship Tournament in 2005. "They take everything that we dish out and we never hear any complaints," she said. "They want to win at basically any cost." With a new coach, a new attitude, and strong leadership, it is no surprise that Wilkes can't wait to see the Lady Crusaders roll onto Ralston Field on Tuesday. The story of the underdog is one of the greatest chapters in the history of sports, and the Lady Colonels will have a chance to add a new page on their own turf. Check your swagger, Susquehanna: it could just be one of those days. Find this Picture on Campus and ... WIN CASH *Spring Fling, Waterfront - 6 p.m. Saturday (4/1) *Men 's baseball @ FDU-Florham - 12 p .m. *Women's softball vs. King 's - 1 p.m. *Men's tennis vs. Philadelphia Bible - 1 p .m. Women's lacrosse @ Messiah - 1 p.m. Sunday (4/2) *Men's Tennis @ Lebanon Valley - 1 p.m. *To have your events included, send an email to wilkesbeacon@gmail.com and include the event, date, time and location* This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University's campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put "Campus Picture" as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will rec~ive a $10 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. Congratulations to Mark Mowery, who correctly identified last week 's picture of a plaque on a rock outside of the library � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 March 27th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 March 27 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/4ac9137bde962e605200c791abba83ba.pdf b8db809453a0fa79973144b565f02b29 PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW APRIL 3, 2006 www.wilkesbeacon.com Volume 58 Issue 19 Equestrian Club fundraiser sparks protest from champions of ethical treatment for animals BY SARAH DOMAN Beacon Staff Writer Generally fundraisers are about as controversial as church potlucks. But occasionally, even at the most benign of church potlucks, tempers and differences in ideology can flare. This week, one group's efforts to raise money led to a campus-wide ethical debate involving faculty and students alike. The Wilkes University Equestrian Club is sponsoring a donkey basketball event as a fundraiser next Sunday, April 9. Alisha Cain, junior pharmacy major and equestrian club president, said, "The club is really excited about this event. Many students have done this with their high schools and had many positive things to say about it. We are looking forward to bringing something new to Wilkes." The donkey basketball event involves Wilkes students and faculty riding donkeys while playing basketball. The game is played like a regular basketball game with a referee, and five donkeys per team including their riders on the court at the same time. As in regular basketball, the player scores only ifhe or she is on the donkey and the ball enters the hoop. Riders will have to fill out a liability form and pay the entrance fee of The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Alicia Cain, Equestrian Club president, posted approved posters announcing the Donkey Basketball game as a fund $5. Proceeds from the event will help the equestrian club. raising event, some have been torn down by people who oppose the event. Cain said, "Part of the proceeds will be to the club to help its - T - - - - - - - - - . - - - - - . - - . - - - - - - - - - - - - - . - - - - - - - - - - - - - members with riding lessons and also compete in the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association. We will also be donating part of the proceeds to REASON, which is an adoption agencyforhorsesthatfeedsandcaresfortheanimalsuntila suitable home is found." REASON is based out of Harvey's Lake and the Equestrian Club feels it is a worthy organization close to the Wilkes University community. However, some students and faculty do not support the equestrian club's donkey basketball fundraiser. Arguments against the event focus on the ethical treatment of animals and animal cruelty. See DONKEY page 5 un1vers1t1es seek Wilkes Provost L oesc bke as pres1•den tIa • } can dI•date WO BY KRISTIN KILE Beacon Editor-in-Chief At least two universities see Wilkes University Provost, Dr. Maravene Loeschke, as presidential material. In recent weeks both Mansfield University in Pennsylvania and Frostburg State University in Maryland ap- proached Loeschke about applying for openings they had for president. Currently, she is one of three finalists for the position at Mansfield. Loeschke said she is very happy at Wilkes, but saw the possibility of moving into a university presidency as an opportunity that she should explore. When Loeschke was approached to throw her hat in the ring for the presidency at both institutions, she weighed the excitement of potential professional growth against her continued love for and commitment to Wilkes University. See PROVOST page 4 Jn This Issue... YOUR VOICES PAGE 8 Blood Drive Honors Tom Bigler Dashboard Confessional Page 9 Paue12 Index News ....................... .. .... ... 1-5 Opinion ............................ .6-8 Features ......................... 9-11 Arts & Entertainment. ... 12-15 Sports ........................... 16-20 �NEWS APRIL 3, 2006 2 News in Brief Technology Campus Briefs 3 4 5 Award-winning NPR journalist to Student Government Notes offer commencement speech March 29 meeting BY VICTORIA WHITE Beacon News Editor Challenger, civil rights activist, journalist and African affairs expert are all terms that accurately describe the May 2006 graduation speaker. Wilkes University officials have announced that Charlayne HunterGault, a National Public Radio (NPR) special correspondent, will serve as the May 20, 2006 commencement speaker. Throughout her career Gault has pushed the limits, not allowing others to decide her fate. In 1963 Gault became the first African American to graduate from Georgia State University. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in j ournalism and became the first African American on the staff of The New Yorker. Gault went on to work for many other magazines and papers, including The N ew York Times for nearly a decade. By 1978, however, Gault made the leap from print to broadcast journalism when she joined PBS where she remained for 19 years. In 1997 she joined NPR and later reported for CNN for six years before she returned to NPR as a reporter in Africa. During her 40-year career in journalism, Gault has won numerous honors including: two Peabody Awards, the 1986 Journalist of the Year from the National Association of Black Journalists, along with many awards and recognitions from human rights associations. Gault does not seem like the most likely candidate for a graduation speaker at Wilkes, considering her seeming lack of affiliation with the University, but Dr. Paul Adams, Vice President of Student Affairs said, "We tend to look for people who have some connection to Wilkes and Ms. Hunter-Gault is a friend of one of' our board members, so you immediately have that connection. But beyond that, I think that when you look at her background and experience I think that she can bring a message to the graduating class that can speak to a lot of issues that we have Charlayne Hunter-Gault will be the keytried to emphasize note speaker at the May 20 commencement. in our education." Gault has nearly a 40-year career in the field In information of journalism and is currently serving as a provided by Gault's special correspondent for NPR. agent there are sevthe subject variety of reporting eral topics listed that she reguthat Gault has completed. larly addresses in her speeches: Joy Lander, senior psychology Africa on the Edge, the chalmajor said, "I think that maybe lenges facing Africa and how she will bring a different perthey are America's challenges, spective into our graduation certoo; From Jim Crow America emony: one of acceptance and to Apartheid South Africa and tolerance, which can be a lesson Beyond: A Journalist's Journey; for all of us as we enter into the Black Economic Empowerment; career world." and Brown vs. Board of EducaJennifer Prell, a senior biology tion: A Personal Reflection. major said, "I think that it is pretAdams said, "When you look ty amazing that she is speaking at the things that she has reportbecause she seems to be strong ed on and written about, those willed, having been able to face are the issues that she has develracism and be a woman doing it oped an expertise on and we are in a time period that was not yet interested in having her be able accepting of female power or rato share that perspective with the cial differences. Beem.we of her graduates and their families." accomplishments, I think she Although many students may will be able to give us advice not recognize the name, when that will help in situations while the list of accomplishments and trying to find jobs and within the topics of reporting are discussed, jobs that we find." many become interested due to -The Dance Club appeared for its first reading on a fund request. The club is requesting $900 for funding for a competition. -Donkey Basketball will be held on Sunday, April 9 in the Martz Gymnasium at 4 p.m. -Trivia Night will be held April 4 in the Ballroom of the Heruy Student Center at 8 p.m. -Concert & Lecture committee chair, Jennifer Ramil, appeared for the first reading of a fund request. The committee is requesting $1 ,200 for a performance of "The Untouchables" on April 18. -SG members revisited issues of concern raised by the presentation on Vision 2010 intiatives last week. 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Box 111, Wilkes University 192 South Frenklin Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �APRIL NEWS 3, 2006 3 News in Brief Hooters Air waves good-bye to W-B/Scranton the Wilke~Baue/Scranton International Airport:" Beacon Asst, News Editor Hooters Air, which began service at the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Anyone interested in getting a little Au-port on October 27, 2005, has also more bang for their buck is going to begun drastically cutting back all reguhave to stick with the nearest Hooters larly scheduled air service. This is a fact restaurant. because that does not surprise many, because the longer be departin airline reduced the number of flights out Barre/Scranton Int al Airport, a of the Avoca airport weeks before actu~ fact that leaves what ally bowing out of the area completely. repercussious jt w loc~l The cutbacks in the past prepared most economy. " people for the virtual shutdown. and it According to B ar that the recent deparDir . · · j~ 1 BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO "lHI tion of ow: aircraft and the fares pe~co ipp~'-r,'fffleM~~-~tlffl'(ffllil~ are willing to pay, it is impossible for economics. Hooters Air to continue service from Some residents may wonder Arora to keynote at international confere nee BY DANA ZLOTUCHA Beacon Staff Writer Awards and accolades are nothing new to Dr. Vijay K. Arora, Professor of Electrical Engineering & Engineering Management. However, he has recently achieved an especially distinctive honor: being named to the American Biographical Institute's 500 Greatest Geniuses of the 21st Century. "Due to [his] stature and intellect, it is only natural that [his] achievements be elevated to a more selective, limited level," the American Biographical Institute explains. This award highlights the many accomplishments of his work, giving him recognition from fellow colleagues in his field. Arora specializes primarily in the fields of nanotechnology and nanoengineering, which focus on exceptionally small delivery and execution methods. He has taught at universities in Tokyo, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia and the United States. He has been invited to over 500 professional lectures internationally, and will be attending the 25th Annual Conference on Microelectronics this May in Serbia and Montenegro. He will deliver the keynote address, entitled "Failure of Ohm's Law: Its Implication on the Design of Nanoelectronic Devices and Circuits." Immediately after his time in Serbia and Montenegro, Arora will travel to Russia, and then to Italy. "That is why I don't teach in summer...! just do these outreach activities. It is all volunteer work. ..It is a lot of fun, because it combines my vacation and professional work together," he said. Despite his . prominent reputation, his students say he is very comfortable to be around. Ankur Sharma, one of Dr. Arora's students and a Master Of Sciences Electrical Engineering student, attests to this. He has attended conferences with Dr. Arora in Canada and India. "Overall, the way you interact with him, you don't feel like he is one of these [internationally known figures], but when you go out [to professional gatherings], you can see the way people respect him," Sharma explained. "He is one of the best professors here. He is more like a friend than a professor, and a very good advisor." Arora notes that one of the reasons for his success is his belief in the importance of interdisciplinary skills and teamwork. He enforces this connectedness in his teaching style. "Engineering can't be taught in isolation.. .! am more interested in the integration of liberal arts into the field, not as separate courses, but as part of the technical curriculum. I am a strong advocate for entrepreneurship and communication skills," be stressed. actuaUy means for the local economy, "The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Internaand the answer is most likely nothing, tional Airport still has five major carrieven though Hooters Air was the only ers - US Airways, Delta, United, Condiscount carrier at the airport. tinental and Northwest - servicing nine Taylor acknowledged that, "Anytime major hubs. Passengers can continue to you reduce the number of transport fa- the destinations that.Hooters Air served cilities it does have somewhat of an im- (Orlando, Ft. Lauderdale, Tampa and pact." At the saQle time, however, she Myrtle Beach) through any of these five explained that since Hooters Air was carriers/' said Centini. really not a long lasting fixture, it did He added that, although there are no not have time to become a fundamental particular discount airlines slated to join component of the economic climate of the airport, "The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton the area. . . "'"' IuteJ:;Ilftional Airpot-~s speak Taylor's main co i t~a]: :J)tneri ·Jl-i'11 air · ·r service to ppsinessesrwrh--~e other deter· ial for inter-state ridership." B y, the airport.is open to other air c options that have the potential to i : n ~ the :flow of consumers to and from the airport'. to Open house features RAC The Beacon/Nick Zmjewski The new rock wall in the Recreational Athletic Center (RAC) in the UCOM was a big hit for students and faculty alike at the Open House on Thursday, March 30. �4 NEWS APRIL 3, 2006 Information technology updates enhance learning opportunitie BY JEANNE STAPLETON Beacon Staff Writer Technology has truly become a way of life. It is how we communicate, how we research, how we travel the world without ever leaving our seats. According to Wilkes officials, the university at one point became neglectful of its information technology infrastructure and in turn fell behind in the general process of technological advancements. However, in 2004 Wilkes embarked upon a quest to update the information technology infrastructure. Some of the goals included using technology to enhance learning and deliver instruction, using the University web site as an effective tool for both internal and external communication, and making business and operation processes more effective. "Since April 2004 a lot of work has been completed to replace the core foundation infrastructure. The foundation improvements has clearly helped Wiµ<:es start down the road to achieving its goals, but even more benefits will be realized over the next several years as the next layer of improvements are implemented," said Mike Salem, chief information technology officer. With advances such as online courses, made possible at Wilkes University through WebCT, students are able to take courses on their own time and at their own pace. Also such advances have made communication between students and professors easier and more accessible. "I think you will see more online courses becoming available, and I think that webaugmented courses will also continue to grow. Technology is a very broad term; it can refer to a microscope or a computer, a television or a web page. Much of the technology of learning is transparent. Use of the internet on the personal side is pervasive and nearly second nature--where would you be without the web, AIM, podcasts, text messaging and email? That these technologies eventually find their way into the learning environment is as inevitable as showing a movie in class," said Dr. Darin Fields, Dean College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. "Wilkes envisions a future when all of its basic information technology support needs are fully met including the ability for exper- imentation with and implementation of advance learning technologies. At a very basic level, the institution envisions as time when services, such as e-mail, group calendaring and World Wide Web access are utilized across the institution and reliably available from both on and off campus," said Salem. At one point Wilkes officials hope to be PROVOST from FRONT PAGE "When I came here I believed in Wilkes' future and I still do. I think it's a gem," Loeschke said. "So this was just an opportunity to look at, something that's kind of interesting. I don't feel that I have to be a president in my career or be unfulfilled. I just need to love the work I'm doing." Wilkes University President, Dr. Tim Gilmour said Loeschke has done an excellent job at Wilkes. He said Wilkes also sought out Loeschke for the Provost position, in a similar fashion to how Frostburg State and Mansfield have pursued her as a presidential candidate. "When you have someone with her capabilities it's almost inevitable that other institutions will see her as a potential presidential candidate," Gilmow- said. While at Wilkes, some of the initiatives Loeschke pushed for include creating ·a unified signature undergraduate experience, increasing diversity on campus, developing new academic programs and building good communication between the administration and faculty. Loeschke said the faculty at Wilkes is one of the most dedicated she could ever experience and she Courtesey Marketing Communications Two universities have pursued Wilkes Provost, Dr. Maravene Loeschke to apply for oper presidential positions. admires the students as well. She Before Wilkes, Loeschke . was said her two challenges for the stu- Dean of Fine Arts and Commudents are to see the importance of nications at Towson University in good writing skills to succeed in Maryland. Towson has an enrollthe work field and to be more ac- ment of 18,000 students. Manscepting and respectful to diversity. field University is actually more able to offer a "What if' link that would le to a web space in which students would given the opportunity to play out differe scenarios. For example students would able to see how their graduations requirement would change if they were to change their major or how a particular class would affect their graduation date. "I believe that the primary goal of using technology in education should be to improve and enhance learning. If the technology isn't enhancing the learning, then we should reconsider why we are using it," said Fields. Digital Wilkes is also slated to launch by the end of this year. "Wilkes is only a click away. Students, faculty, alumni and staff and can support instructions, access information and services, and stay current in fields seamlessly with One-stop, self-service and 24/7 access to University's services and resources," said Salem. "To realize our vision, the University envisions creating a culture that values and encourages faculty and staff development and directs resources to that end," he added. comparable to the size of Wilkes with an enrollment of3,800. Loeschke said the interview process for the positions has been exhausting. With Mansfield, 12 out of 122 candidates were selected for an airport interview, at which the candidate meets with 20 individuals at an airport for an hour-long interview. Then five or six candidates are chosen to visit the campus. "I was on both campuses for almost three days and every hour, every breakfast, every lunch, every dinner, is a meeting. So between the two searches over the last month I have been in 44 hours of interviews," Loeschke said. Then three candidates are chosen to go before the Board of Governors for an hour interview. The Board of Governors is a committee of 20 individuals who are appointed by the Governor and oversee higher education in Pennsylvania. Along with this process, representatives of the search committee came to Wilkes-Barre to interview individuals from Wilkes and Loeschke went to Harrisburg to interview with the Chancellor. The Chancelor oversees alf 14 presidents in the Pennsylvania state system. Loeschke said that on April 19, she and the two other candidates will go before the Board of Gov- ernors for interviews, and that day she will find out if she is offered the presidency at Mansfield or not Along with that, she must let the institution know that day if she accepts the position. "I really believe that things happen for a reason and maybe you don't always see that reason right away, but you tend to see it later and I just believe in tossing things like this to the Universe. If it's supposed to happen it will happen, and if it's not I'll find out later why it shouldn't and that will be that," Loeshke said. Gilmour said the University should see Loeshke being sought out by another university as a positive. He said it shows that the University has cultivated capable people. "I think what we should do as an institution, is see this as a real plus for us ... .It shows we can attract great people," Gilmour said. Loeschke said it will be very sad for her to say goodbye to the faculty and students at Wilkes ifit does come down to that. "I can't even imagine what it would be like to say goodbye to the faculty and students here and my colleagues on the President's cabinet. I don't even want to think about it," Loeschke said. �3, 2006 DONKEY NEWS APRIL from FRONT PAGE. Dr. Linda Paul, associate professor of philosophy, has seen this event take place in high schools before. Paul said, "Most people aren't concerned about the donkeys. It is unpleasant for them and people don't realize how bad it is until they've actually seen it. WiJkes never had it before so people just don't know." Paul notes that some faculty believe the event promotes the mistreatment of animals because of how the donkeys are handled during the game. "You have inexperienced riders as players who get caught up in the game and don't think of donkeys as living things. The donkeys just become objects," said Paul. Individual students have protested the event and have acknowledged they are planning a formal protest at the donkey basketball event, but do not wish to comment in detail or have their names published in reference to the protest. In addition, while there have been no charges filed, there is evidence that flyers posted by the Equestrian Club--which were approved through official channels-- were torn down and replaced by unapproved handmade flyers protesting the event. The protest flyers have been removed from bulletin boards. Paul said, "I'm surprised at the Equestrian Club. We will hand out flyers. Our goal is to show or tell what it's [donkey basketball] really like and have people make a conscious decision about something." In response to the protest of the event Cain said, "It was never my intention to create controversy with this activity." In reference to the protest flyers, Student Government President, Andrew Steinberg said, "I support everyone's right to voice an opinion when it is done appropriately and responsibly, but in this situation it was not done that way. I support the Equestrian Club as a respected club on campus, and I trust their judgment with the use of animals." The Wilkes University Equestrian Club researched the activity and believes there will be no mistreatment of the animals. "We have thoroughly researched Shaw Brothers and have found them above [reproach]. Numerous people who have attended these events will testify that the donkeys were never mistreated," said Cain. Because of the controversy surrounding the donkey basketball fundraiser, Cain hopes those who have questions about the event and its practices contact her directly. "I'd be more than happy to clarify how our event will be conducted, all without cruelty. Better yet, attend our event and see for yourselves that we are not being cruel to the donkeys. We are hosting the event in order to help raise proceeds to benefit REASON. We would never promote helping horses while abusing donkeys," said Cain. Donkey basketball will be held on April 9 at 3 :00 p.m. in the Arnaud C. Marts Gymnasium. Tickets to the event are on sale for $4 in advance or $6 at the door. Tickets to watch the event are on sale in the Henry Student Center from April 3-7. 5 Student Government to host student open forum Tuesday BYVICTORIA WHITE pus only to take classes and never to eat, then one of these three issues affects you." On Tuesday, April 4, at 11 a.m. With the three main issues in the Hiscox Room on the second planned for discussion, vice presifloor of the Henry Student Center, dent of SG, Jenna Strzelecki said, Student Government (SG) will "We just want to make sure the stuhold an open forum for all stu- ' dents are informed of the changes dents. The open forum is designed for next year, because we know to discuss the issues of Vision that SG members have problems 2010 about which SG members with the raises for next year." have fielded the most concerns: The purpose of the open forum is increases in the price of parking, two fold: to better inform members increases in the price of meal plans ofthe student body of the possible and the possibility of making stu- changes ahead for the corning year dents pay for laundry on campus. and ensure SG garners greater inDave Scordino, junior class sight into how more members of president said, "It's especially the student body feel on the issues. important to have the open forum These insights may influence fubecause we are looking at raises ture SG resolutions. across the board that affect stuS~ordino said, "It is really imdents. In some way everyone is portant that students get out to proaffected by the proposed increase test all of the raises. Maybe if we in parking, increase in the cost get enough voice out there, we can of meal plans, the 6% increase in get at least one of those things to tuition, or the laundry on campus maybe not be raised. The changes being a paid for item. Unless you proposed affect everyone in some have free tuition and walk to cam- way." Beacon News Editor �6 SmokingGun.com Content to complain Your Voices Beacon Poll 7 7 8 8 Diversity and unity: concepts that can co-exist in same space? BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD Questions have abounded since the first religiously affiliated group on campus in recent history was granted club status. The Islamic Interest Society was the first of its kind to successfully petition for club status at Wilkes University. SG recognized the club ""'.ith solid support, but its move raises questions about what it means for other religious groups that may want club status and why this ·club must be separate from Campus Interfaith, a non-denominational club aimed at educating about and exploring religious issues. In addition, how does recognizing a club focused on a single religion reflect the mission of an indepen- dent, private university unaffiliated with any specific religious group? If separate religious clubs emerge as a result, can this lead to a loss of campus-wide unity in the name of diversity? But as SG's vote indicates, many students see nothing wrong with religiously affiliated clubs at Wilkes, as long as they are open and allow students to gain insight into cultures and faiths entirely separate and different from their own. In response to the idea that such individualized clubs would destroy unity by attracting only like-minded students, students in support of the clubs argue that ~ost already form connections based on shared values and experiences and that by creating clubs designed as interest groups, all the university is doing is ask- ing students with open minds to learn about something outside of themselves. Either way, this is a landmark decision, and it will not be reversed. Because we cannot know for sure what will happen at Wilkes, it can be beneficial to look at the ways religious clubs have operated and are operating at other universities to judge whether the changes at Wilkes can be expected to be positive or negative. According to an article on WorldNetDaily, California State University at San Bernadino refused to recognize a Christian student organization because the group required students to live according to the group's religious faith, discriminating against certain religious beliefs and sexual orientations. Similarly, an article on FIRE. Nickle for Your Thoughts By Jason Nickle '1ou ~e, lvf_ M'-"'1~~ ~ of'(!.. <t 1se.. CCu\d C:Or~~ .5vc...h c;... i,.l~·•c ·four-(\~" t' ~w ;4"\ -~e. wor\J cl :d uou ti(..k. Mo.('-~ • t qwr ·~ . 1 br<AN!t; . ;::· ~\S f-.~-~ , .,. e~"'i , .., t pie.~ ·+t';L .._~-t,..,~ ¥ 0t"'\,~rH1 How to piss off feminists com discussed Purdue University's forcing a Christian women's group to stop discriminating against non-Christians and to allow all access into the club. Both of these instances are disheartening and seem to show that students from different religions will discriminate against one another and exclude one another from participation. However, these instances also show that the university had the good sense to step in and keep such discrimination from happening. Additionally, the Islamic Interest Society at Wilkes has shown no such tendency instead expressing a sincere interest in including non-Islamic students in the club to educate about aspects of the religion and culture. Conversely, at Penn State University, religious groups are promoted as a way of promoting diversity on the campus. Instead of being afraid that individualized groups will strip away unity, Penn State has allowed various groups to coexist and actually use the same space, including Catholic, Jewish, Mormon, and many other students. According to an article from The Digital Collegian. com, university officials do not discriminate against any religious group once they open their doors to them. Students from the various groups are grateful to be allowed to exist and worry only about having enough space for their events. Discrimination and loss of unity are not a concern. Likewise, at Widener University, every student is encouraged to participate in some way in the various religious activities the school has to offer. The college does have a University Chaplain and an Interfaith Center and students may join existing clubs or create their own new club based on reli• gious beliefs. A statement on Widener's website says, "Through knowledge and understandin& students are encouraged within an atmosphere of religious tolerance to be better prepared for wholesome work and social relationships in our shrinking world, with· out losing their personal commitment to the faith and tradition of their choice." It is a hopeful and admirable statement to make and the attitude expressed by the uni• versity expects that students will grow into understanding of other religious groups. The university assumes that because it's dealing with mature and intelligent adul~. diversity and unity can coexist on camplll. There is no reason why the same cannot be expected"of Wilkes University students. �APRIL 3, 2006 OPINION 7 The Smoking Gun reports (gasp!) extreme exploitation ,,. What p asses for investigation gets only a yawn from audiences BY MYLES RUMBEL Beacon Asst. A&E Edotor After last week's "revelations" about Dick Cheney's hotel habits, I didn't anticipate having more earth shattering information offered to the world by The Smoking Gun (TSG) website. I was wrong. On March 27, TSG published an internal memo from a casting director at Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. The e•mail stated that producers of the show were looking for families that had, among other things: a parent with melanoma (skin cancer), a child who was killed by a drunk driver, families who have been robbed or who had been victimized by hate crime. Everyone's first reaction was probably like mine, "Oh my God! How can a television show be this insensitive?" However, it's not as bad as it seems. TSG labeled the show "Extreme Exploitation." In fairness, I had heard that description of the show prior to the release of the e-mail. But is it really exploitation? Whether it is the simple fact that the family wants a new home, wants to bring attention to their situation or simply wants to launch an acting career - they agree to share their stories publicly. Yes, Ty Pennington and the crew are using sappy stories in order to entice more viewers to watch the show. They find stories that people will be interested in, that will hook, and that people will talk about. Yes, it's a ratings ploy - I'll concede the point. However, it's a fairly effective ratings ploy as Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, has outlived its predecessor, Extreme Makeover, and it's an "extremely" popular show. While in a sense it is exploitation, consider that families are not forced to go on the show. The e-mail reported by The Smoking People content to complain and avoid engagement BY BENJAMIN IEZZONI Beacon Staff Writer You know what really grates my cheese? I'll tell you. I don't like people who are constantly whining .about how they're tired of others who think that they're better than everyone else. That's the problem with people nowadays. Everyone's content with sitting around and complaining about what they think they can't control. That is the most un-American attitude I've ever heard. Our country was founded on our thinking that we were better than everyone else. The problem is that those uppity Brits figured that they could keep us down with taxes, laws and a powerful military presence. That's one reason why I love our current president-- his priorities follow what our founding fathers intended for freedom. He doesn't have to follow these petty laws about what one can or cannot do. He has a can-do attitude that gets things done, whether or not there is "scientific" or "factual" proof supporting him. That, and he's against taxes, just like George Washington. However, I digress. Sometimes, people are better than you. It's a well-known fact. Personally, I'm well aware that I can't out jump the players on the basketball team. I can't outrun our linebacker, or whatever football players are called. Most obviously, I can't bear children nearly as well as the high school dropout teenage mothers. Complaining that another person is better than you shows a lack of experience and general wisdom. Whether it's because they have more money, a faster car, nicer hair or that new pair of shoes that you've been eyeing up, some people just outclass you. Everyone who refuses to think they themselves are better than others is a communist, and here's why: we're all equal-- to begin with. After that, our accomplishments drive our social status or position up or down. That's capitalism. The very thought that others, even if they don't succeed, deserve just as much as you do is just utter foolishness. Just remember- you are better than everyone else. You're an American, and you'd better damned well behave that way. If anyone tells you differently, ask them why they don't rise up to your level, instead of trying to bring you down. Encourage them to better themselves, be better capitalists and subsequently, Americans. Gun was simply a list of what producers of the show are looking for. In reality TV, producers want certain things and in order to keep it fresh, the stories need to continually be different. Look no further than the Real World - there's the sexy one, the slutty one, the problematic one, the gay one, the black one, etc. Reality TV looks for people with certain qualities. If we are making a show about family hardships, yes we will have to have such a list. But back to the point: families do not have to go on the show. Look at it like this: if there is a girl who would be perfect for the Real World, but doesn't want to be on the show, producers find someone similar. Therefore, if a family that has suffered loss thanks to a drunk driver does not want to go on a show, the show can look for another family. Somewhere there is someone who is looking for face time. Is it really exploitation if people are agreeing to be on the show? Whether it is the simple fact that the family wants a new home, wants to bring attention to their situation or simply want to launch an acting career - they agree to share their stories publicly. Therefore, the family is exploiting the show and the television audience as much as they are being exploited. Ultimately, here's the point: TSG published this as though we are supposed to care. How abo)lt going in search of breaking news that matters to readers? There are lots of scandals out there to be broken (we need not look further than Washington D.C. in most cases). Do some real digging and tell us something we don't already know. What do YOU think? The Beacon wants your voice to be heard. Your Voices is the opportunity for students to voice their concern. If · you want your voice to be heard, please contact The Beacon with the following information: 1 Contact · information including your email address and a phone number where you can be reached 2 Your name, major, and year 3 Your opinion thebeacon.oped@gmail.com The Beacon reserves the right to edit submitted pieces for space and content. �APRIL 3, 2006 YouR VotcEs Donkey basketball is a hu01ane for01 of entertain01ent for Wilkes students Dear Editor: event is not cruel. Also, animal rights authorities have evaluated I may not be as witty as some people who write your opinion the company; the gentleman conducting the audit stated that these articles, but at least I have my facts straight. As president of the were the best cared for donkeys he had ever seen and that anyone Equestrian Club, I can say that you're getting the words straight would have to be crazy to have said they were abused or cruelly from the horse's mouth mistreated. One on the donkey basof our club memketball event that we The Equestrian Club would never sponsor an event that would bers has personally are planning and host- harm animals. We have thoroughly researched Shaw Brothers participated in an ing. Many students event run by this have erroneously made and found everything above par. Our goal with this event is to gentleman and has false claims about this provide a fun time for the Wilkes community and also benefit seen his barns; her . event, and I'd like the comment was that a good cause. chance to set everyone the game involved straight. no cruelty, and the First off, the group barn was set up like that made these slanders against our event ripped down our pub- a well-run horse facility. I have also personally talked with one licity posters that were approved from the Student Development of the workers for Shaw Brothers who also substantiates that no office and hung up their unapproved signs. I agree that everyone cruelty is used and that the donkeys are well fed, watered and has the right to their opinions and protests, but there are "legal" loved. At least I've taken the time to gather first-person references channels to use that right, A University policy was violated in to back up my claims. protesting our event. Second, if someone wants to protest an As for donkey basketball in general, the donkeys are not starved event, I'd suggest getting the facts straight and not using askcarla. prior to the event. Any person who is ever around horses or doncom as the source material. keys knows that these animals will not poop if starved or dehyAccording to the research I've done on the claims made by our drated (first-hand knowledge for those who understand the physiprotestors, many of their issues look very similar to an article on ology of these animals-obviously not our protestors). Show up the askcarla.com website. It's funny how our protestors practi- to our event, and I guarantee you that our club members will be cally plagiarized and yet did not want to site their source on their cleaning up the mess, so obviously they are not starved before the flyer. There were numerous lines that looked uncannily similar to event. Next, the very first rule stated to all riders is that if they the one on this unreliable website cited on their posters. So now kick, hit or mistreat the donkey in any way they will be required that I've established that our protestors do not have credible infor- to dismount and leave the event. This rule is stnctly enforced by mation, let me set the facts straight. Shaw Brothers and our club. And as for "electrically prodding" the donkeys, learn how to use Shaw Brothers, the organization that the Equestrian Club has contracted with, has a superb reputation. Lake Lehman and Dal- first-person references .... hello! It's not done with Shaw Brothlas High Schools use this group every year and will verify that the ers! The claim that animals cannot support the weight of adults is erroneous as well. Donkeys are meant to be pack animals. And what about Jesus riding on a donkey? If the Son of God-and I do not say this lightly, I'm dead serious-can ride into Jerusalem on the back of a donkey, I think we're entitled to ride the donkeys as well. Donkeys have been used for centuries as pack animals and still are used for tours of the Grand Canyon. Finally, as for donkeys slipping on the gym floor, this is also untrue. These donkeys will be equipped with their own version of Nike Shox that gives them extra traction on the gym floor as well as shock absorption. The shoes do not hurt the donkeys' feet as they are applied the same way that a horse shoe is. The Equestrian Club would never sponsor an event that would harm animals. We have thoroughly researched Shaw Brothers and found everything above par. Our goal with this event is to provide a fun time for the Wilkes community and also benefit a good cause. Part of our proceeds will benefit REASON, which is a horse rescue and adoption agency based out of Harvey's Lake. So come out and watch our event, and see for yourself that it is not something cruel that we are sponsoring. Don't be the asses that make assumptions off of unreliable websites. Courtsey of dailyramblings.com 8 OPINION Sincerely, Alisha Cain, President of the Equestrian Club Beacon Poll Results The following are results of a · poll that The Beacon conducted online this past week. The poll was unscientific, and does not claim to reflect the overall attitudes of students on campus. Results are based on 69 responses. The Beacon asked: Who is the best movie villain? • • • Hannibal Lechter, Silence ofthe Lambs-36% Khan, Wrath of Khan-3% Annie Wilkes, Misery- I% Norman Bates, Psycho-0% Jack Torrance, The Shining- 2% Alex Forrest, Fatal Attraction - 3% Michael Corleone, Godfather, Part II - 4% The Wicked Witch, Wizard of Oz - 7% Mariah Carey, Glitter - 22 % Darth Vader, Star Wars- 22% Next Week's Poll Question: If you were sentenced to the death penalty, which form of execution would you prefer? • • Electric chair Gas chamber Firing squad Lethal injection Hanging Stoning Drawn and quartered Decapitation by guillotine Crucifixion Other Visit www.wilkesbeacon. com to cast your vote. Results will be published in next week's issue of The Beacon. �FEATURES APRIL Spring Fling APhA Discount Cards Team Teaching 3, 2006 10 10 11 9 Blood drive hits close to home Event in honor of Wilkes Professor Emeritus Tom Bigler BY SARAH HERBERT Beacon Features Editor The American Red Cross is always in need of blood donors, and the Wilkes community usually does what it can by sponsoring regular drives. This Tuesday, however, the blood drive will be a little more personal. Tom Bigler, professor emeritus of communiation studies, recently underwent emergency surgery and was in need of many units of blood as a result. When students learned details of his health crisis, they sprang into action. Many acknowledge that Bigler is perhaps one of the most respected men in the Wilkes-Barre community and on campus. His experience in the broadcast and print journalism fields combined with his charismatic nature made him a natural hire for Wilkes University in 1985 upon his retirement from television. Emily Taylor, director of blood services at the American Red Cross and Wilkes alum, said that this blood drive "is an opportunity to come and show support for Mr. Bigler", as well as to respond to a constant need for blood in the community. According to Taylor, all blood donors will fill out a card saying that they donated in Bigler's name. After the drive, all of these cards will be sent to Bigler so he is aware of coordinators purchased decorations in advance of Bigler's situation to make the drive more fun and relaxed. They have decided to make good use of the decorations at this event. Although the luau decorations may suggest a disconnect with honoring Bigler, Taylor said, "You know, Mr. Bigler is just so full of life and this is a good way to celebrate that." Bigler's name will be celebrated again this week, in the form of the annual Tom Bigler Journalism Conference, which will welcome numerous professionals and over 230 high school students to campus on Friday, April 7. All involved in the drive are pulling for a great turnout. However, Taylor reminds interested donors that they must be at least 17 years old and weigh at least 110 pounds. She the support. While this blood is not going directly to Bigler, Red Cross officials acknowledge that it is an appropriate way for the community to show support. "Without that constant supply, [Bigler] could have run into a dangerous situation," said Taylor. Keeping the stock replenished is the key. This event has a goal of200 units; however, there is a catch. Usually, the blood drives held at Wilkes are part of a competition with King's College. The two schools, which are always competitive with one another, see who can collect the most units in one drive. But this time, the campuses have combined efforts in Bigler's name. Katherine Broda, junior sociology major, acts as the blood drive coordinator here on campus. "I think it's wonderful that the Wilkes community is getting together to do this in Tom Bigler's name. Blood drives are usually more effective when they hit home (i.e. Hurricane Katrina relief), and knowing someone, a professor on our campus, who has needed blood really helps to bring in donors," said Broda. Broda, along with three other students, prep the Henry Student Center Grand Ballroom before the event and make sure everything runs smoothly on the campus end. In addition to honoring Bigler, this drive will have a Hawaiin Luau theme. Event also reccommends eating a good meal before donating. The drive will take place on Tuesday, April 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Henry Student Center Grand Ballroom. The event is open to the Wilkes community as well as the general public. Tell U S ■ ■ ■ If you could protest anything, what would it be and why? Managing Editor Becky Goodman was curious about what Wilkes students are thinking. Here is what she found out. ~ Gus Beilfreshman philosophy "Welfare reform and the homeless because having been homeless I understand the hardships." Catherine Dzubatyjunior political science "Paying for laundry." • • • • • •• • . Lou Gerstlefreshman theater arts "Legalization of marijuana because I am for it." • •• •• ••• • Stephanie Larsonfreshman nursing "The high tuition prices at this school." �10 FEATURES APRIL 7, 2006 APhA fundraiser sells savings to the cost conscious BY SARAH DOMAN Beacon Staff Writer Walk through the Henry Student Center on any given day and you'll be bombarded by clubs and class groups looking to earn a quick buck. Whether it's bailing someone out of jail or buying beautifully packaged coffees, fundraising is often the name of the game for Wilkes groups seeking to strengthen their financial backbones. The Wilkes University chapter of the pharmacy club APhA (American Pharmacist's Association) is currently selling something a little different--cost savings. Ashlee Ribec, senior pharmacy major and club member said, "The benefits to fundraising for clubs is so that you have the financial means to provide activities, and speakers for the members, and also to donate money to charities." The club is selling discount cards for $10 that students can present at various places and receive certain percentages off. "A positive thing in regards to the discount card it that it involves local business- es and shows that they care and want to get involved with the university," said Ribec. The places the card can be used include restaurants, a spa and Slainte's in WilkesBarre. On Thursday night students who are 21 and over can present the card along with their Wilkes ID and avoid the standard $5 cover charge at Slainte's Bar. Jan Nunemacher, senior elementary education major, heard about the fundraiser from friends involved in the club. "By having the card, I figured I could still go hang out with my friends, hear some of my favorite local bands, and not have to pay for it or feel like I should get my money's worth and stay until 2 a.m.," said Nunemacher commenting about the Slainte's discount. Many students feel the card is worth the $10 they pay for it and will use it often. Nunemacher said, "The savings at local restaurants are pretty good, so I'm sure my friends and I will use them when we go out to dinner." So far the club has sold about 100 dis- S_ave1 Slainte's Bar Rodano's Pizza Grouo Pizza Cuny Donuts Subway Pizza Hut Dagwood's Deli Hotde's Restaurant t\pplebee's Restaurant Atmosphere Salon and Day Spa Uno·s Chicago Grill Bennigan's Oriti and Tavern Free cover charge on Thursdays ~ off bill (Eat in only} :2 free toppings withe purchase of a large pizza !Take out ,or order in) Buy I dozen donuts get I dozen free tNorth Main St W-8. West Side Mall Edwardsville locations (Inly• SO.SO off a 6'' or a $1 .00 off a foot long sull <Oatewa}' shopping center Edw.lrdsville. Pirtstoo. West Pittston locations ~nlyt 2 medium Etopping pizzas for @12.99 (W-6. Scmnton. Hazelton locations onlyJ I04 off MY purchase tExcJudes catering> 10'.l- off (Eat in only) l()t}. off fExdudes alcoholic beverages, l0%off l!i~ off (Excludes alcoholic beverages) 1o<k off f w.B. Clarks Summit Locations only Ex.dudes alcoholic beverages and cannot be combined with any other offer.) The back of the discount card shows the participating establishments. Students who purchase the card can use it at various restaurants, bars and even a day spa. count cards to the Wilkes University community. Ribec said, "Many of the activities APhA holds are not exclusive to members. We wanted a fundraiser that could be used by both faculty and students." ''Fun in the Tub'' at Spring Fling Lives. Donate :P ia sn,a Today. Earn up to $200 a Month! r~~ra. lnter3181e Blood 665 CaQtj Ava & Plasma Inc. Pe The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski This past Friday evening, students enjoyed a night out for the annual Spring Fling. This year's theme was "Fun in the Tub" and the event was held at The Waterfront Bar and GrilJ.e. The "Fun in the Tub" atmosphere "ffas established with an endless supply of rubberducks, bubbles and soft pastel colors. The evening festivities included dinner, dancing and a chocolate fountain complete with fresh fruit for dipping. �APRIL 3, 2006 FEATURES 11 Team teaching: partnership is the name of the game BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. Features Editor Everyone always says that two heads are better than one. But, does that rule still apply when it means having two professors teach class together? At Wilkes, several professors think so, as they pool efforts to reach students in new ways. Instead of just one professor, two come together to teach the same course offering different perspectives and expertise on the subject matter. Once such example is the husband and wife team of Dr. Robert and Dr. Judith Gardner who team teach education classes. They began teaching humanities together while they were both at Northwest Area High School. In 2003, they brought the teamwork concept with them to Wilkes. Judith Gardner explained that the partnership seemed a. natural fit for the education classes at Wilkes, so they proposed the plan to the department chair who was receptive to the idea. The class for which they most love to join forces is the student teaching course. Since Dr. Robert Gardner was also a superindendent, the students get both an administrative and teaching view of education. "Team teaching is an approach to use to instruct and deliver information to students," said Robert Gardner. "We are both in the classroom together all of the time and we both have different styles. One is the primary lecturer, while the other gives examples and begins dicussions." Judith Gardner also feels that it helps students do better in the class. "The students have a chance to have their tests looked at by two people and also subjective matter such as presentations. We feel we give more reasons why this or that should be improved." To further back up the effectiveness of team teaching, the Gardners put out a survey in 2003 and received no negative feedback. Judith Gardner responded, "Some may say it is confusing, but the students love having two viewpoints. They are reminded that not everyone has the same view." In addition, Dr. Mark Stine, associate professor of communication studies, and Dr. John Hepp, associate professor of history have teamed up with some regularity and more recently for this semester's course "Film and History." Hepp explained how they make it work. "We try to divide up the workload for the introduction. If there is a technical question, Dr. Stine will answer. If it is a broader history question, I will answer that. We play off of one another." There are many reasons why team teaching benefits those students involved. Stine remarked, "It offers an ongoing critique to students so that we can immediately talk about what we missed. It allows two viewpoints since our two disciplines may view things differently. The students also enjoy the humor that makes the class fun and exciting." Judith Gardner agrees. "The students need to be reminded that just because we disagree, it doesn't mean that we are disagreeable. Team teaching provides an open forum for educational issues that need to be heard." Robert Gardner added, "It helps students understand that there is not one best method. There are a variety of ways to get things done as a teacher. It helps get the students thinking about who they will become." Team teaching can also benefit the professors. Judith Gardner feels that since this is usually an isolated profession, two makes much more sense. "Robert and I are always discussing how we can help this student write better or this one perform better. We are always planning and I think that is useful. Since we share the number of students, it is less of a burden." The Gardners feel so strongly about team teaching that they are beginning to get other professors involved. Dr. Douglas Lynch, associate professor of education, and Chad Stanley, assistant professor of English, have The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Dr. John Hepp, associate professor of history, and Dr. Mark Stine, associate professor of communication studies, demonstrate team teaching in their "Film and History" course. Stine will answer technical questions about film development, while Hepp will answer the broader history questions. Team teaching involves two professors who offer different perspectives and expertise on subject matter. Many other professors are beginning to follow suit by partnering up for team teaching. · also begun to incorporate team teaching into their regimen. Judith Gardner explained, "Stanley will come into our classroom to talk about the writing process and plagarism and we will go into his class to show how to teach in a secondary setting. We have also worked with Dr. Lynch on many occassions." The professors already associated with team teaching encourage more to get involved, but realize that it may not be for everyone. Stine said, "There are many professors who would be suited for team teaching, and I encourage them to look at the benefits. But, it is a question of the individual professor and how they approach their class." Robert Gardner feels the same. "I think people should make the decision for themselves. It is something that works for some people and I encourage them to give it a try." Hepp reminds professors of the benefits. "You have to be realistic about your needs, but I believe we are all blind to what we do not cover. You often forget what you leave out." Mayflower Crossing has a part-time entry level marketing position available. 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S'.l'EPHANIE'DEBALKO eaten Asst News Editbr yneed.a reasonto:cgo to,lie.ne1ttp{ay (He Vi$tial ap.dl Perf.o:qning ·c , . . . .. \>~g,l1er dead br<>tner.w~cJ tn ti.Uislie just,fhe Antigone,.~ based on tb,e.Greek tragedy gy.~opp,ocles , ~ was one of the fitst.plays to fea~e a fewale pro~go-, nist J;be story revolves around,~tigon€i, who cp.ooses j 13 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT lo deal with the consequ<fuoes of burying herdecea$ed brotner evenithougb it bas been deemed unlawful to do so. She defies authortty, in this case her · Creoq, who is ~lso thecurrentleader, and chooses t d up f01;.what ~he isl?assionafe about, evenwhen Creon offers ~era way out. • Stephen.Benso~, guest director, said, ''It's a classi~story right versus might, of truth agajnst p9wer. AQ.d it.'s p.1so a classic story ofrebeltion, resistance to authority." ifhe version perfonned by Wilkes students this month was written by Jean Anouilh and is set in a cafe in France huring World War II. As the plot progresses, tbe cafe is stripped to the bare bones, almost mirroring Greek colµmns and thus getting backto the roots of the tale itself. The play was important when Anouilh wrote it, because although the Germans saw it as a play Ip! about.absolute powe~.the.Ptenchsaw itasproo coµln staqd' ·· uat they' believedfa. r it . a~tuall:v, to sustain a& ener · ltute to prevail ovel''tbis rigid'attthori~ . . ,is stocy is releYaQ,t,today need fo sfandup for' ' · eans.defy~g popµIar . op them. 1tl3enson s h t):le everi:ts '4ke place · compared to those of prese · ' '' ··· · •· nflictt e locals llel her,brother, and ;has t9 be put to eel bad for her; prove ibat to i, • ·. tnat Antigone is nwtYr, but rath• d ia~sion for hat portraying e .confidence <t}ieve, Cande~ fj. •inota bad man." er wh under a great deal in the l~sh environment in po pl lari att ooffer. worki Benson. ~ij,in 9ase,au.~4.lf, n'.~ded more ingen.gtve to go to lb~~Ia.y; ljti9 said he us~~ nologue ftom.Antigon'e t6 ea a job w~th ational Players; the "o,oe$t touring y in the 1tfP1te<1 ~tates," follo graduation. Y1hfbughout th\:Jl~y, Creon's iuetilS' Jlas,li,.with thosetqfAl,,tigone's, \\'ho i' po:i;irayed by theater major Laura.Dunbar. described her ho is pas~ about her gs toward lrer'family, especially.her broth~ ers. Sl;ie said thatthroughout the play~Antigone discovers her own streri:gib while ovet;coming obstact~s arldprovingthatshe can handle the e;~t:a different side of the specqfh.;have diferent qualities to offerI. 'iis jbH as different perceptions of reality.14 ;fcxdiscover wlio wins out, head to fheDorothy Djc~son Darte Center ft>r the Performing Arts Thursday, Fnpay and $'aturday, April 6, 7, and 8 at 8;00 p.m. or Sunday, ~pril 9 a(2:00 p.m. Dl, ea,a~~- <::M �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 APRIL 3, 2006 BY JASON NICKLE Beacon Cartoonist BY PAUL LESSANE Beacon Correspondent -r~ I (;:: ~ 't . A ,~01..1..,~--·~ DRINKINf• (~ONSEQIJl~Nf~ES ~~r~\ ~ - ,,..' < ~()O\!, 4. +«>\ bo-.~~ -· '. _,--- ~~ Finally, I can pay homage to an act from my hometown. Sheffield, a city within the northern parts of the United Kingdom, is like a big park on water. Granted, we don't have a lot of things going for us; but occasionally we put out a cracking band. (Well, when you ignore DefLeppard and Jarvis Cocker.) Britpop outfit the Longpigs were just about the only success off the Sheaf that didn't come off as gimmicks. Until now. Tearing up the music scene across the Atlantic right now are the Arctic Monkeys. Their debut albwn Whaiever People Say I Am, Thats What I Am Not, entered the Billboard at nwnber 24, unheard of for an English indie band. The Arctic Monkeys sound like a jam band who have a lot to say but with no clue how to say it. The guitar chords pop like beans in a frying pan. Singles 'When the Sun goes down', and 'I'll Bet You Look Good on The Dance Floor' conjure serials with lessons learned by seedy characters. "Fake Tales of San Francisco," a tome about being in love with not being yourself, is exactly how it sounds. Wrong. There's not a lot of range going on, but the music is mega. Their songwriting has an anecdote for every color of the rainbow, and you know monkeys. They like to make the ruckus. I don't want to tell you how good I think this albwn could have been, largely in part because some of the best records out there are debuts. You just want them to be better than they actually are. Although the Arcic Monkeys never quite get there, the hypnotic effect of story telling somehow occupies your attention span in a different way long enough to overlook what's underneath the hype. Don't worry, though. The media will make sellouts of them in no time. By this time next year there will be another lead single by another fresh-faced laddish water band who sound not unlike them. In which case, see The Cure. You could always pour yourself a cup of "I cant believe it's not English" and listen to some New York band who wishes they could make a real mistake. Or, you could take a chance on a Sheffield outfit. Whatever .. . is a good time that makes you think twice about going back to the bar. Who knows. Maybe the press will learn what side their bread is really buttered on and stop listening to money altogether. I predict a sellout. Off to ManchesterGrade: C+ At least one out of five co~ege students abandons safe-&_ex practices when they're drunk, even if they do protect themselves when they're sober. .,., ij �15 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT APRIL 3, 2006 lmninner and a Movie I Movie: Vfor Vendetta BY KRISTYN OSTMAN Beacon Asst. Business Manager Lately, many "graphic novels," a fancy term for "comic books," have been transformed into live action adventures. Gen'erally, I'm a huge fan of these converted stories since the characters are pure and the motives are clear: harness your powers for good and save the city. A lot of these stories have underlying issues that are relatable and often tug at your heartstrings, like the persecution of the X-Men for being different. V for Vendetta, while maintaining the noble qualities of the traditional comic book conversions, is unique. The character, and our unlikely hero, "V," is based on the actual historical figure: Guy Fawkes. Fawkes, a staunch Catholic, believed that the English government was needlessly persecuting his religion. He and fellow conspirators hatched the infamous Gunpowder Plot. The reasons readers may not remember him is that his plan fell through, he was captured, cracked under torture and was later hanged; drawn sets out to rally public support. and quartered as a traitor. For any more The corrupt government, I have been detail, feel free to hit up Google. alluding to, is basically fascist. After learning even that little Certain books, behaviors and bit, one might wonder why anything else undesirable is "V" wears a Guy Fawkes banned by the evil Chanmask. He claims it is to recellor. It makes it easy to mind the people of the man jump on the side of anand that people have the archy, which "V" propower to stand up against motes, when the bad their governments. I went guys are reminiscent into the film knowing about of Nazis. Again, Guy Fawkes and the cothis brings me back lossal failure of the to why I like these Gunpowder Plot so it movies in the first puzzled me when place, every"V" was using thing is simple Fawkes as a triwhen it comes umphant symbol. to right and But after the plot wrong. Since it began unfoldis a politically ing and buildcharged film, ings exploded, I I'm sure it will forgot why I was be popular among confused. The film the college-age sucks you in as "V" Courtesty of Yahoo! Movies group, looking to DiBD.er: "A" for Arena Bar and Grill BYDONNATALARICO Beacon A&E Editor I was saddened when the Black Rock Brewing Company closed its doors and left NEPA without its own microbrewery. But, those tears turned to happy ones when the Arena Bar and Grill moved from its much smaller location to the former Black Rock, coincidentally, a lot closer to the arena-much more fitting for the name. When we arrived at the totally full parking lot, we almost changed our minds. We called our double date for the evenjng, ancl they informed us that the crowd of chrome in the parking lot belonged to the happy hour bar CI'OWd. We had to park in a neighboring motorcycle shop and w-tlk down Coal Street a bit. Our pals were right, though: the bar was packed, but a table for four was immediately available. We were boring. Despite this place having about40 beers, ifnot more, on tap from microbrews around the planet, we all ordered Miller Light. But, for the beer connoisseur, man, is there a lot to choose from! And, their Martini drink list is longer than the beer list. The Arena Bar liy6$ up way past any expectations of a local bar. Now onto the Arena Grill. I was the only one who ordered a traditional dinner; my friends and date opted for bar fare. For $16.00, I was served a creamy to-die-fortreat called the Crab Tortellini Alfredo. The cheese-filled tortellini was smothered in a rich Alfredo sauce, tossed with Roma tomatoes and spiµach. I get Alfr¢do-type steal some of "V"s speeches about corruption. I have to say, much of the dialogue was poignant and made me want to throw on a Fawkes mask and join the protests. Here's my one gripe: when Hollywood injects its stupid agendas into what would otherwise be an excellent movie. Both conservatism and the big, bad pharmaceutical corporations are again being picked on in this film. I trust that all who see V for Vendetta will overlook the undereducated insinuations. Since that came at the end, and I suffer from the recency effect, it left me with some bad feelings for the movie. All in all, I have to say that the movie was awesome. After her cinematic triumph as Sam in Garden State, I have a soft spot for Natalie Portman. She, along with our masked anarchist, pulled off wonderful performances. Explosive special effects will win over those seeking action, while a relevant messag·e will have meaning for any viewer. The story reminds us all to never make decisions out of fear or we'll foolishly create something worse. Grade: B+ STIJDZNWHOUS•Nc SOLUT■ON dishes often; this was one of the best. The lump crab meat was tender and tasty, better than some seafood restaurants. My partner, not as thrilled with bis $6.95 chicken wing sandwich (Hops and Barley's is still the best, he said), helped me finish my meal. The garlic bread l. -was served was soft, wam,. an~ v~cy buttery, Back to the others. The fresh-cut fries served on the side of the sandwiches were awesome. Our other guests gQt tli,ehuffalo bites at $7 .50, which were labeled mild, but still a bit spicy, and the chicken cheese steak wrap for $6,95. The wrap looked ovei:ffowing with white meat, cheese and onions. I was told this is what he normally gets, meaning it's probably pretty good. l'tlor to the meal, we were given a loaf of Italian bread with a dish of mixed seasonings. We were to pour the olive oil already on the table into the mixture~ a splendid concoction bursting with flavor, Obviously-~ there wasn'tanything left when weleft! The atmosphere was soft and hip, with cool Jighting aod funky black furniture. The bar area has lots of TVs and lots of seating. The place. is much bigger than it look§ :f,rom the outside, that's for sure. I am so glad we didn't turn away. Next time I go back, I'm gonna spend a little more time with that beer list. Grade: A (for Arena Bar and Grill) Offl'RIID AtU-. 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But the NFL put a skid to such end zone antics at last Wednesday's owners meeting. The decision was to subject players to a 15-yard mark-off on the ensuing kickoff for showboating. Granted; players can still spike the ball, slam dunk the goal post and even get away with the "Prime Time High Step." But anything along the lines of giving the ball CPR is out. Now, even though I'm a firm believer in sportsmanship, the NFL is all about entertainment. B takin these arties from the end zone, a piece of the game experience is taken away from the fan. If you take a look at sports like baseball and hockey, the occasional brawl offers an exciting break in the action. In football, these brawls are few and far between, and the touchdown celebration is needed to provide that humorous break, no matter how exciting the game is. Secondly, if I'm going to pay $90 a pop to see my team play, I want to get a little extra bang for my buck, if you know what I mean. Now that never hurt anybody. And lastly, the touchdown celebration is what gets a player TV exposure. If it wasn't for touchdown celebrations, T.O. and Chad Johnson would never get the publicity and media attention they receive now, no matter how good they are. How many better players are out there who don't et the atten- ~TOYOTA tion they deserve (i.e Joe Jurevicious/Hines Ward). T.O. is an above average receiver. It's the celebrations that make him so special. First they took away removing the helmet. Now, it's the celebrations. What's next? Pointing to the sky to give props to the good Lord? Don't be surprised. OTHER NOTES Another interesting note to come out of the owners meeting included the new down by contact rule. Until now, a player was ruled down by contact after the ref's whistle blew. Now, such plays can be reviewed, and deservedly so. It has been estimated that 18-20 players lost control of the ball before they being marked down last season. And defensive ursuers cannot hit ·A ti?A eacon graphic Saints wide receiver Joe Horn whips out a cell phone to call his mother after scoring on Sunday Night Football. Such celebrations involving props will be outlawd in 2006. the quarterback below the knees anymore for 2006. Good news for Carson Palmer, whose season came to a sickening end when Pittsburgh's Kimo Von Oelhoffin rolled into him, even though it was unintentional. gbuyatoyota.com / . N8TIIDT FIIIIT IB + AM/ftl/CD WITI BIPEAlla + IIDI BDCIEI PAIIL8 + 38 MPG JIWYt = YOD,I ■IW CAR (!f) TO'f'OlA _,., ,,,,,_ • !M, EfflM&ifG fOI ~ ~ SNOCB 18112 A!ffl AUTO. ~llW ,AEM'l tui'f Wl!f. tt,fi_p FOU~ S?OONDfE 1112 rJ:a.tl)NG flt,, 1t4mlHD EME fffS. llfAlfSElS fWJ. ;m:_ �APRIL 3, 2006 17 SPORTS Co-Athletes of the Week Baseball: Kyle Follweiler BY RYAN DIPPRE Beacon Sports Editor BY RYAN DIPPRE Beacon Sports Editor Some look to the stats column as solace for playing on a struggling team. Others try to cap outstanding team success with individual glory. But it is a select few who are so focused on winning that they barely even notice the individual honors they so justly deserve. Enter the world of Kyle Follweiler, this week's Beacon Co-Athlete of the Week and last week's Freedom Conference Player of the Week. The sophomore outfielder is currently batting .458 with a .920 fielding percentage. During last weekend's series against Drew University, Follweiler went 8 for 12 at the plate, driving in four runs and earning a perfect fielding percentage. "Expectations are set high for Kyle," said head coach Joe Folek, now in his eleventh season as head coach for the Colonels. "He is undoubtedly one of the best athletes in the MAC. Kyle should be a fixture in our lineup until he graduates because he plays solid defense and he can tear up division III pitching." Yet with all of the expectations and honors, Follweiler remains focused on the team goals. "Our biggest goal as a team right now is to get back into the MAC playoffs, and take it one step at a time from there." The Colonels, who have been to the playoffs in each of the past three seasons, are looking to finally cinch the title that has been so close in recent years. "It's a tough challenge to keep performing at this level," said Folek, "but our goal is to play hard every game, win as many as possible, get back into the playoffs, and win the MAC Freedom [Conference] title." Follweiler, according to Folek, is fitting into the Colonels scheme extremely well. "We have always had a hard-nosed approach to the game of baseball at Wilkes and Kyle fit right in with our style of play." Follweiler doesn't merely fit into the team's style of play: his intense approach to the game brings it to a new level. "Kyle is full of intensity, plays hard, plays to win, and leads by example," said Folek. "Kyle's intensity is very contagious." Both Follweiler and the team continue to improve as the season wears on toward the Freedom Conference playoffs. "I think as a team we're starting to hit the ball a little Womens lacrosse: Catherine Simone ,! I' t , Courtesy of Sports Information Kyle Follweiler, now in his sophomore year at Wilkes, is currently batting .456, with a fielding percentage of .920. bit better," said Follweiler, who personally feels that he has "been improving with every game." Taking their lead from the intense underclassman, the Colonels are "focused and determined to continue the success we have had as a program over the past few seasons," according to Folek. Anyone watching the Wilkes-Centenary women's lacrosse game on Thursday afternoon probably didn't see too much of Catherine Simone. Oh, they probably saw a quick flash of blue and yellow on the field. They probably heard the cheers from her teammates, too. It was difficult to miss, so they probably also saw a number 15 jersey walking calmly away from a distraught Centenary goalie. But anyone who missed the ankle breaking moves and the unexpected shots shouldn't feel too badly. Most of the opposing team didn't see it either until the ball was in the net. As tl1e women's lacrosse team approaches the mid-season mark, the freshman attack wing finds herself leading the team offensively with 16 goals and 6 assists, along with a healthy .533 shpt percentage. "I'm an attack wing," said Simone, a biology major with a double minor in Spanish and math, "and a job for me on the team should be scoring." Simone's role on the team has been more The BeaconfTodd Weibel The men's baseball team continues the hunt for a fourth consecutive Freedom Conference playoff berth this coming week as it takes on Misericordia at home on Wednesday, April 5. The Colonels will also face DeSales University in a three-game series on Friday and Saturday. Courtesy of Sports Information Catherine Simone scored nine goals and tacked on four assists during three women's lacrosse games last week. than simply scoring. "She doesn't have to say anything to be a leader," said senior cocaptain Pam Carey. "It's just the way she plays and her aggressiveness on the field. The women's lacrosse team, in only its third year of existence, is still in its infancy. Building up a program is a unique experience with its own ups and downs, something that Simone has a great deal of experience with. "My freshman year of high school was the first year they had a varsity program," said Simone. "It was a new program, so I'm used to having new program ups and downs." With her prior new program experience to judge from, Simone can see the Lady Colonels moving in the right direction. "We've improved every game in some way," she said. Simone, who generously describes herself as standing 5 '4" on occasion, has a true love for a sport so vastly different from any other that she has played. A three-sport star in high school (volleyball, soccer, and lacrosse), and a first-team all-conference selection in women's soccer during the 2005 season at Wilkes, she takes enjoyment from the small things in the sport. "When you run through a ball in lacrosse, you like feel the weight in your stick. And you get k t whip the ball as hard as you can." The 2006 season may be a turning point in women's lacrosse history, but it is just the beginning for Catherine Simone. The freshman is already helping to set the tone and attitude of her team. "She leads with actions and not words," said Carey. "Everyone just wants to step up when she plays at the level that she does." �SPORTS 18 APRIL 3, 2006 - - - - - - - - , I Commentary GAME OF THE WEEK NCAA basketball championships Gators reach second title game in school history Double Take BY KEVIN REED Beacon Staff Writer The brackets have been filled and subsequently busted as the "madness" known as collegiate basketball is winding down to the ultimate match-up with the national title on the line. The nation's 65 best'teams have played their way through each alliterative stage of this tournament and even though the final game will be between a pair of teams that weren't expected to square off, there will most certainly be no shortage of hype and coverage until the game's tip-off. This year, the NCAA Basketball Championship will be played by the Florida Gators and the UCLA Bruins. The University of Florida was the #3 seed out of the Minneapolis Region. Florida's road to the Championship included comfortable wins over (#14). Southern Alabama in the first round, (# 11) Wisconsin-Milwaukee in the second round, and more competitive victories over (#7) Georgetown in the Sweet 16, (#1) Villanova in the Elite 8, and a Final Four victory over the last-standing 'Cinderella-team' in George Mason. The primary threat for the Florida Gators both offensively and defensively is their big man, sophomore Joakim Noah. He has the swift moves of a guard coupled with a 6' 11" frame that allows him success in the paint. He has been a constant dominant force for the Gators whether he has been blocking shots, shooting with great range, or rebounding from just about anywhere. Other key players accompanyillg Noah are three-point extraordinaire Lee Humphrey and fellow forward Corey Brewer. Florida coach Billy Donovan did a good job of keeping his team focused, sharp, and disciplined throughout the toUIT.1ament, and with one game to go, he has yet another test in front of him. The University of California-Los Angeles, also known as UCLA, brings a solid streak of play into the national title game. Prevailing as a #2 seed out of the Oakland Region, the Bruins defeated (#15) Belmont in the ®' 2006 Division I Mens Championship Rrst/Second Rounds Auburn Hills, Michigan Oakland University, host first round, (#10) Alabama in the round of 32, (#3) Gonzaga in the Sweet 16, (#1) Memphis in the Elite 8, and then LSU in the Final Four. The Bruins' attack is also led by a sophomore, guard Arron Afflalo. He is their all-around workhorse playing about 34 minutes per game and piling up about 16 points per outing. UCLA has exceptional guard-play which is evident not only from Afflalo, but from guards Jordan Farmar and Josh Shipp, both sophomores as well. That trio accounts for the top three scoring averages on the team. A potential 'x-factor' could be freshman forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute, not just because it's one of the most peculiar names to pronounce since Jacksonville Jaguars' fullback Chris Fuamatu-Ma'afala, but because he had an outstanding game in the Final Four against LSU and should be looking to ride that momentum to aid his team's effort for the ultimate prize. Former Pitt coach Ben How- land will not be looking to change much in terms of his game plan for the Bruins, but he will certainly have his team ready to go by game-time. Each team has a distinct advantage in the Championship game. Florida will ook to utilize their size and paint-presence led by Joakim Noah, while UCLA will look to counter with the threat of their three guards. Although the game might start out slow, expect a relatively high-scoring game with an upbeat pace by the middle of the first half. It should be a close game down to the end as foul-trouble might be the deciding factor in which team pulls away. Do not be surprised to see overtime basketball by the time the night's out. The Pick: Florida 82, UCLA 79. CREDIT Statistics and game result information: www.finalfour.com and www.espn. com QUICK INFO Sarah examines the stafs that tndy matter... BY SARAH HERBERT Beacon Features Editor Basketball fans across the nation witnessed an upsetting loss by George Mason, so now it all comes down to Florida and UCLA. Of course, this showdown is the featured game of the week. Personally, neither of the teams are my favorite. I'm a Kentucky Wildcats fan. Unfortunately, the Cats were a disappointment this season. For once in my life I called this game way ahead of time. I was one of the few people predicting a loss by George Mason and I seem to be the only one in my circle of friends rooting for the Gators. If you read my column you know I don't do statistics, so here is my reasoning. Anyone remember Mike Miller? I'm sure a lot of the ladies do. What a player, not to mention a super good looking guy. He did make it to the NBA, a current Memphis Grizzly. Granted, not the most prestigious NBA team. Miller aside, who doesn't like Florida? They have pretty colors and pretty players. We all know thats the equation for a successful sports team. Go Gators. Florida Gators vs. UCLABruins 9:00 p.m. Monday, April 3 CBS.COM �APRIL 3, 2006 SPORTS 19 Men's lacrosse making progress and turning heads in NCLL BY RYAN DIPPRE Beacon Sports Editor A little determination goes a long way. The goal of the lacrosse club at its start was to "re-introduce a sport with a very successful, but short, past," according to the Wilkes website. The lacrosse club has done far more than simply re-introduce the sport; the club is currently an associate member of the National Collegiate Lacrosse League, and has already notched its first-ever win in the league. Not too bad for a club that didn't exist a year ago. "We've made a lot of advances," said club president Mike Fox, showing a strong talent for understatement. "We won our first game, which was a big step," said Fox, referring to Wilkes' 7-6 win over Briarcliffe on March 26. The club has indeed taken great strides during spring semester, regularly facing more ·experienced opponents with grace in the NCLL. The NCLL, it should be noted, does not differentiate between the NCAA divisions. "We could play a D-1 school," said Fox, a senior communication studies major. "We could play Duke. We could play Ohio State." Due to both time constraints and the "associate member" status of the team, however, the largest opponents Wilkes will be facing this season are at the Division II level. As an associate member, Wilkes is required to play a minimum of six games throughout the season, and is not eligible for NCLL playoffs. "This year they wanted us to be a full-time member," said Fox, "but we didn't feel that we could commit to that being a first-year program." Full-time member status, which brings with it the chance for playoffs and a possible NCLL championship, is hopefully in the near future. "We're hoping next year," he said. Some might see the lacrosse club's status as a "club" as a drawback, but Fox disagrees: "I think being a club is a good place to start." Although the club lacks money, equipment, and support from Wilkes that a varsity program would have, it provides a little more freedom for growth and experience. Rather than being thrown into a full-fledged varsity schedule against welldeveloped programs in the Middle Atlantic Conference, the club can slowly sharpen its teeth against the teams in the NCLL without the pressure of fighting for a playoff spot. Club status also means less practice time, which allows students who are bogged down with end-of-the-semester school work to participate without being punished if they miss a practice. "It is a club," said goalie Michael Sciulara, "so we try to give a little leeway ... we try to have a good four practices a week." The first season for the lacrosse club is winding to a close, with its final games coming during a doubleheader next weekend at Shippensburg. The club has accomplished a great deal in its short season, and looks to accomplish even more. "We've had a good amount of success so far," said Sciulara, "and people have really been motivated by that." Fox, who is in his final year of NCAA eligibility, is hoping to leave the program in a good place for future seasons. "I want to leave the team better than I found it," he said. The best way to improve a program, of course, is with more games. "We're trying to get a four-way round robin going with Misericordia, King's, Scranton, and us," said Fox. "We're trying to see if we can get that going in the fall." The club is also looking to establish ties with the 1975 MAC champion men's lacrosse program. "We're trying to push for the University to induct the 1975 team into the Hall of Fame," said Fox. "If that happens, the alumni have agreed to play us in a game. Hopefully, that could cap off the season on a good note." The 2006 season has been.one of experimenting with the lacrosse club, but much of it has been resoundingly successful. "We've turned a lot of heads," said Sciulara. The club, which Fox said simply "wanted to give the league a try" when they joined the NCLL this season, has played competi- The Beacon/Todd Weibel The lacrosse club prepares for Sunday's game at the Recreational Athletic Center on Main Street. The Colonels are currently 1-2 overall, with three games to go. tively and began to establish a team iden- right around finals." For a club that still has tity. Although the season was rather short, its sights set on varsity status in the future, the timing ended up being perfect in terms its inaugural season has been a series ofmaof what the club could handle. The six jor steps in the right direction. games, according to Fox, "will take us to . WEEKEND RECAPS t press time, the Wilkes baseball team was still underway with its double header against ·ngs. aurie Agresti tossed a one-hitter and Samantha Evanich smacked her sixth homerun of he season as the Lady Colonels defeated King's 2-1 in the first game of a double header. vanrich's two-run bomb in the bottom of the first was plenty for Agresti, who fanned 13 nd walked two. ut the Lady Colonels failed to take sole posses ion of the conference, losing 9-1 in the ightcap. The Lady Colonels remained tied with King's at 5-1. ennis Sunday's match against Lebanon Valley was postponed to a later date beginning at 2:00. omen's Lacrosse yndsay Asinelli, Shannon Chlebus, and Stacy Fimmano each had one goal a piece as ilkes lost to unbeaten Messiah, 21-3 Saturday afternoon. The Colonels fall to 2-4 over11 and 0-4 in the conference. NUMBERS OF THE WEEK 13 Number of strikeouts Laurie Agresti accumulated in her one-hit performance over Kings College Saturday. 12 Unearned runs given up by the mens baseball team in last weekends three game sweep byFDU 47 Wilkes students named to the MAC academic honor roll for the fall 2005 semester. 16 Number ofsaves by Cassie Malone in goal against undefeated Messiah College during Saturdays womens lacrosse game. �SP.,9,! f S_ 0 20 Preview of the week: softball vs. DeSales ------ Lady Colonels pitching looks to be the key to success BY ARIEL COHEN two teams have met since the mid- has a season ERA of .50 through Beacon Assistant Sports Editor die of March of last year when the the seven games that she has After it seemed like winter was two teams split the doubleheader pitched has a season record of never going to end, the warmth of with the Lady Colonels taking the 4-3 giving up only 3 earned runs spring has finally arrived and with first game 9-1 and DeSales win- and has allowed only 23 hits. The it comes the opportunity to go and ning the nightcap 4-2. other standout pitcher, Samantha see Lady Colonels softball con"We have a really good team this Evanich has another low ERA at tinue their Freedom Conference year with two pitchers that have 1.63 and a season record of 3-2. 1'.:Chedule against DeSales _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ "We are in great University. shape and as long as The _Lady Colonels, who We have a really good team this year... well keep playing as are off to a 9-9 overall re- so I think we will do really well against we have been we will cord, and a 5-1 conference · be fine " stated senior record as of Saturday's them... catche; Jan Nunemdoubleheader have a total of acher. four more conference games Shelly Pheiff, junior outfielder The Bulldogs who including the one against _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ have a 2006 record as DeSales. ______________ of Sunday's standings Until now the team has of 6-11 overall are played all of its Freedom Con-· pitched all of our games so far going to need help to creep past ference rivals twice this season, so I think we will do really well the second place Colonels, who with the majority of the match-ups against them [DeSales]," said ju- are only a step behind first place doubleheaders. But for the first nior outfielder Shelly Pheiff. King's. time this season the Lady Colonels The Wilkes softball pitching The game against DeSales will will play conference rival DeSales staff has been one of the domi- take place at home this Saturday, only once. nant forces for the ladies so far at the Ralston Field sports comThis will be the first time that the this season. Laurie Agresti who plex at 1:00 p.m. The Beacon/Todd Wiebel Nadine Taylor hits a fast pitch in Saturday's doubleheader against King's College. The Lady Colonels won the first game 2-1 and then dropped the nightcap 9-1. The Lady Colonels take on Freedom Conference rival DeSales this Saturday at 1 p.m. here at home. Campus calendar. All Week Committed to Clay, Sordoni Art Gallery Monday (4/03) *Women's Softball@William Paterson - 2:30 p.m. Tuesday (4/04) *Men's Tennis vs. Drew - 3:30 p.m. *Open dinner discussion on -r racial issues, HSC Miller Room - 6 p.m. RSVP by calling 408-4 731 or culture@ wilkes.edu *Trivia Night, HSC Ballroom -8p.m. Wednesday (4/05) *Blood Drive, HSC Ballroom - 10 a.m. *Men's Golf vs. Scranton - 1 p.m. *Women's Softball @ Misericordia - 3 p.m. *Men's Baseball vs. Misericordia - 3:30 p.m. *Men's Tennis@ Susquehanna - 4 p.m. *Women's Lacrosse@ FDUFlorham - 4 p.m. Thursday (4/06) *Health Fair, HSC Ballroom - 11 a.m. *Antigone, DDD - 8 p.m. Friday (4/07) *Men's Golf@ Moravian - 12:30 p.m. *Men's Baseball vs. DeSales - 3:30 p.m. *Men's Tennis vs. King's Find this Picture on Campus and ... WIN CASH - 3:30 p.m. *Antigone, DDD - 8 p.m. *Dashboard Confessional, Kingston Armory - 7 p.m. Saturday (4/08) *SK race to benefit American Diabetes Association, Wilkes Greenway - 9 a.m. *Women's Lacrosse @Wilmington - 12 p.m. *Men's Baseball @ DeSales -1 p.m. *Women's Softball vs. DeSales - 1 p.m . *Men's Tennis@ FDU-Florham - 1 p.m. *Antigone, DDD - 8 p.m. Sunday (4/09) *Men's Tennis @PSU Berks *Antigone, DDD_- 2 p.m. This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University's campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put "Campus Picture" as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $10 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. Congratulations to Andrew Janke who correctly identified last weeks secret shot which was of a date on a ficture next to the belltower � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 April 3rd Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 April 3 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/90260f02abebab7420cc58a5a6c5d229.pdf 279ca880f07147334736f8bd1a7c087e PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW APRIL 10, 2006 www.wilkesbeacon.com Volume 58 Issue 20 Qonkey basketball fundraiser met with protest Faculty protesters react to student concern re: classroom tension BY SARAH HERBERT & MYLES RUMBEL Beacon Features Editor & Asst. A&E Editor The showdown was set to begin at 2 p.m. yesterday afternoon in front of the Arnaud C. Marts Gymnasium. By 3 :20 p.m. the dust had settled on the controversial protest of the Equestrian Club's donkey basketball. Again, all was quiet on the Wilkes front. Protestors lined up in front of the gymnasium's doors an hour before the event was slated to begin. Twenty minute~ after the event officially began, the protestors were gone as the donkeys were being led onto the court. Part-time philosophy major Jamie Johnson was one of the students involved in the protest. "Donkey basketball is a very unnecessary fundraiser to have because it is cruel to the animals," said Johnson. The protestors stressed that they did not protest the event in order to deter students or community members from attending the fundraiser. However, protestors do hope that the University will follow the lead of other schools and refrain from hosting such events in the future. "Most people are not coming to the game because they want to support cruelty to animals. They are simply unaware," said Johnson. Awareness came in the form of posters with facts and educational pamphlets supplied by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). Numerous students as well as three faculty members and some community advocates participated in the protest of this event. Similarly, participants and advocates for donkey basketball included The eacon/ ,c miJews i students, faculty and community members. Protestors, consisting of students, faculty and staff members appeared outside of the Donkey Basketball event on Sunday that was hosted by the Equestrian Club to raise money for the club and for See DONKEY page 2 REASON, a local non-profit horse rescue. Four Student Government seats go unopposed in elections Students cite apathy and work load as possible deterrents for prospective candidates BY VICTORIA WHITE Beacon News Editor The mid-term election races are beginning to heat up across the state and nation. Pennsylvania, in fact, has seen its greatest number of challengers in years heading into the May primaries. And speculation abounds nationally as to who the next U.S. President will be in 2008. One thing is sure: most who seek such service will face a fight to win voters, first among challengers in their own parties and later against opposing party candidates in November. Such challenge, however, is not the hallmark of Wilkes University Student Government elections this year. Candidates for four presidential posts--Student Government President, Inter-Residence Hall Coun- cil (IRHC) President, Commuter Council President and Off Campus Council President--are all running unopposed for 200607. Although for many in a democratic society this seems strange, historically, it has occurred with some frequency for Wilkes University Student Government (SG), most recently in 2004. Some of the reason why it seems strange that all of the positions are unopposed is that SG controls approximately $440,000 each year, all of the activity fees from students. Jared Shayka, SG Parliamentarian said, "I am disappointed because the presidential debate that we had last year was very good. We had an amazing See SG page 5 ln This Issue... Your Voices Riding into Spring Page 7 Page9 Index A C E 14 News ................................ 1-5 Opinion ............................. 6-8 Features ......................... 9-11 Arts & Entertainment. ... 12-15 Sports ........................... 16-20 �NEWS APRIL .10, 2006 2 DONKEY from FRONT PAGE Despite the fact that each group was given the opportunity to express its views in an open forum at last week's Student Government (SG) meeting, they still don't see eye to eye. While the protestors hope to prohibit events like this in the .future, event organizer and Equestrian Club President Alisha Cain had different aspirations for donkey basketball. ''My hope ... was that [donkey basketball] would become an annual event," said Cain. "I would love to see it tum into a fun community, student activity that everyone would look forward to year after year." However, the frequency ofthe event was not the only concern ofprotestors. Obviously, protestors were concerned with the way the animals are treated and cared for. Community member Ron Colarusso passed the donkeys before joining his fellow protestors and was willing to comment on the physical condition of the animals. 'They don't look too happy .. .it looks like [they have] saddle sores like you would see on a horse," said Colarusso. Timothy Shaw, owner of Shaw Brothers Donkey Ball, the company that supplied the donkeys allowed students to get acquainted with the animals before the event Shaw stressed the importance of treating his animals hlllllanely. ''I'd be out of my mind not to take care of my animals," said Shaw. Spectators at the event were not the only ones tom between organizers and protestors. According to Cain, at least one student she spoke with felt compelled to withdraw from the event due to faculty involvement in the protest. "We did have one student who was actually in a class with one of the professors who came up to me and said that she'd love to support us, does not see anything wrong with this, and fully stands behind the club, but feels she could not participate and help us because she was worried it might affect her grade or just what consequences it would have with her teacher and her." Faculty members were appalled that students would have such a concern. v i_ VEAL Don /+ l3~ lln JlS bon'+- 15< A SG Notes News in Brief Biology Club "Fear" Supreme Court Discussion me - fantastic." While no student has reported any intimidation from faculty members such discourse remains potentially problematic, particularly in events such as these that invoke strong emotions in faculty and staff alike. Mark Allen, Dean of Students, expressed full support of all participants, "In a university environment, we would welcome both students and faculty to freely discuss their views particularly when it comes to controversial issues, and that way there's the potential for some learning to take place." However, if a student feels they are being intimidated by a university professor, there are policies to protect them. ''No faculty member should be threatening in any way especially with ? ro+--es+o(L/.___; 3 3 4 4 respect to grade consequences. There we do have clear policies that there should be no improprieties of any fear of negative retaliation with respect to anybody's views," said Allen. Protestors' presence did not discourage the event but did help create conversation among student body, including in the form of one counter protestor. Seth Bametsky, P3 Pharmacy major, showed up to the event donning a sign reading ''Don't be an ass, don't be a protestor." As the sun was setting on this argument, Bametsky may have opened the next controversy by openly declaring ''I love veal," on his protest poster. Baby calves are going to have to wait for the time being because the donkeys are still enjoying their 15 minutesoffameoncampus. BEACON The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Seth Barnetsky, P3 Pharmacy major brought a protest sign of his own, using the slogan from the original protest posters to prove his point. Serving the community through/air and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers. Editorial Staff Dr. Linda Paul, associate professor of philosophy and protester at the event said, "I understand how a student can feel that way .. .I would certainly never do such a thing." Paul acknowledged part of her role as a professor is to serve as a role model and encourage students to stand firm in their beliefs. Dr. Mischelle Anthony, assistant professor of English, reiterated Paul's feeling. When asked about the possibility of students feeling intimidated, Anthony said, 'That's a big misunderstanding." About student beliefs, Anthony commented, ''It's not my job to make them [students] agree with me...If they [students] disagree with Editor-in-Chief: Kristin Kile Managing Editor: Rebecca Goodman Email: wilkesbeacon@gmail.com News Editor: Victoria White Email: beaconnewsline@gmail.com Op/Ed Editor: Curran Dobson Email: thebeacon.oped@gmail.com Features Editor: Sarah Herbert Email: thebeaconfeatures@gmail.com A&E Editor: Donna Talarico Email: thebeaconae@gmail.com Sports Editor: Ryan Dippre Email: beaconsports@gmail.com Photo Editor: Nick Zmijewski Advertising Managers: Jamie Babbitt Kristyn Ostman Email: thebeacon.ads@gmail.com Advisor: Dr. Andrea Breemer Frantz Beacon Correction In the April 3 news article, "Fundraiser sparks protest..." the addition, "Individual students have protested the event and have acknowledged they are planning a formal protest at the donkey basketball event..." was inserted during editing. While the report of the protest is accurate, the editor spoke with only one student who would not go on the record; therefore, the reference to "students" (plural) should have read "student" (singular). In addition, the references to those who were planning formal protest at the event and those who had pulled down Equestrian Club flyers and replaced them with protest flyers suggested, based on proximity, that the two acts--and by association the groups--were linked. There is no evidence that indicates that those organizing the event protest had anything to do with the destruction of the Equestrian Club flyers. The Beacon strives for balance and accuracy in all reporting and regrets the errors. DR. ANDREA FRANTZ KRISTIN KILE F acuity Advisor Editor-in-chief ■ ■ ■ Established in 1936 PA Newspaper Association Member Printed on Mondays during the academic school year. Box 11~ Wilkes University 192 South Fran_klin Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �APRIL 10, 2006 NEWS 3 News in Brief No more·horsing,arou·nd for the city of Wilkes-Barre BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. Features Editor Wave goodbye to the sounds of hoofs clop-eloping on the Wilkes-Barre city downtown streets and say hello to the roar of motorcycle engines. In a press conference on Thursday, March 30, Mayor Tom Leighton announced that the mounted police patrol will be replaced with two motorcycle officers. This policy is part of a plan the mayor has set up to clean up the city and increase the fight against crime. The tradition of mounted patrol has always been a unique characteristic to the WilkesBarre police department. For eight years, residents could see two horses patrolling sidewalks, maintaining crowd control at outdoor events or marching along in city parades. But on March 30 the horses were retired. Wayland Davis, sophomore psychology major, said he is disappointed to see the horses go. "I grew up around this area, and it was always nice to see the horses around. I remember when I was a kid I always wanted to pet them at the parades. It will be sad to not see them in Wilkes-Barre anymore." According to a March 31 article in The Citizens Voice, Mayor Leighton said, "This was a very difficult decision but through communication with the police department, we decided it was necessary to move in another direction. In order to increase police response time and get them there quicker, we decided to take this action." The elimination of the mounted patrol to the police department is meant to get officers to patrol more neighborhood areas and also to get them there faster than before. The new motorcycles will fulfill both of these areas and hopefully impact the city's crime rate. For some residents, the change is logical and overdue. Koryn Gallagher, sophomore psychology major said, "I guess I never quite understood the point of police on horses. To me, it seemed that they really did not do much. Yeah, they were fun to look at but how much did they really help fight crime?" Gallagher believes that the new motorcycle additions will benefit the city. "I think it was a good idea to get rid of the mounted patrol and replace them with motorcycles. By getting officers on motorcyles instead of horses, they will be able to respond better to calls which will, in turn, help the crime rate of the city." "I will feel a lot safer knowing that the motorcycle officers will be able to respond quicker to calls and emergencies. Safety should always be the number one priority of the police department, and I feel they went more in the right direction with the change," Gallagher added. Even those who will miss the horses have to admit the changes are for the better of the city. Davis noted, "I have to admit that even though the change disappoints me, I can see that it is for the best of Wilkes-Barre. Changes obviously need to be made to fight the city's crime and if getting rid of the mounted patrol will help with that, then I am all for the new motorcycles." Dashboard Conft'Smonal Concert Journalism Conference The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Wilkes University Programming Board sponsored the Dashboard Confessional Concert held Friday, April 7 at the Kingston Armory. The concert started at 7 p.m., with many Wilkes students and community members attending. The concert did not sell out, which has happened in the past with the nearly annual concert sponsored by Programming Board. Student Government Notes The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski The 6th annual Tom Bigler Journalism Conference was held on campus last week. The conference provided an opportunity for more than 230 students from area high schools to participate in workshops and lectures given by both Wilkes students and professionals in the communications field. Gary Fabiano, freelance photographer for SIPA Press and Wilkes alumnus, was the keynote speaker. April 5 meeting -The Concert & Lectures committee appeared for a second reading of the fund request for $1,200 for The Untouchables, on April 18 at 6 p.m. A motion was made by Steph Victor and Sarina Kapoor seconded the motion for the full $1,200 to be given. The motion passed 30-0-2. -A motion was made by Josh Swantek and seconded by Courtney Amrhein to randomize the class voting. The motion passed by a hand vote in favor. -Courtney Amrhein made a motion to donate $200 from the sale of the Spring Fling tickets to the McGlynn Learning Center. Megan Fulmer seconded the motion. The motion passed. -Jef Bauman made a motion to donate $10 to each club for every club member that donated blood at the American Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday. The motion was seconded by Raquel Wheby. The motion passed 34-0-0. -A senior social is scheduled for April 18 at 10 p.m. at Whiskey Business. -Strike-a-Pose will be on the first floor of the Henry Student Center on Tuesday, April 11 during club hours. �4 NEWS APRIL 10, 2006 Grant brings experts to ca01pus to discuss Supre01e Court BY JEANNE STAPLETON Beacon Staff Writer How many of us can name all freedoms guaranteed by the First Amendment? Thanks to a grant and a recent roundtable discussion about the Supreme Court, hopefully a few more Wilkes students can. Each year Pi Sigma Alpha, the national political science honor society, sponsors a competitive grant contest. "Schools from across the country submit proposals to host discussions, etc., and the national office's review committee decides which proposals to fund," said professor of political science, Dr. Tom Baldino. "Wilkes has competed for grants the last three years, and we have been successful every year. [In 2004 we hosted a panel discussion on the presidential election; [in] 2005 the discussion concerned international issues and careers and [in] 2006 [Wilkes hosted a] discussion on the role of the Supreme Court." This year's roundtable discussion was held Thursday, April 6 in the Arnaud C. Marts Center. The panelists for this year's discussion consisted of Dr. David Adarnany, President and professor of political science at Temple University; Dr. Douglas Edlin, assistant professor of political science at Dickson College; and Dr. Bruce Allen Murphy, Fred Morgan Kirby professor of civil rights at Lafayette College. During the discussion, each professor shared his views on the current state of the United States Supreme Court. A portion of the discussion was also dedicated to questions from the audience. This allowed the audience an opportunity to share their views on the topic also. "There are far too many misconceptions that students and the general public have abm-1t the Court, its role and the Constitution. In a recent poll in which more people could name two or more characters from The Simpsons than identify more than one of the freedoms guaranteed by the First Amendment. Very few people could name them all. So, we hope to have enlightened the student body to the work and role of the Court," said Baldino. One of the most important ideas of this discussion was to act as a means of education in an area that far too few people truly know about. "Primarily, we want people to recognize and understand how pervasive the Supreme Court is in American life. Most people don't know anything about how the court operates, what they do, how they really affect their lives. So I think that what we want students and the public to come away with is the knowledge and appre- ciation for the very pervasive role the Court plays in American life," said Dr. Kyle Kreider, assistant professor of political science. "We hope that the common misconception that the judicial branch is the weakest and least important branch of government is at the very least reconsidered. We also hope that each person in attendance will realize the importance of the nomination and confirmation process of new judges and how the new composition of the U.S. Supreme Court could affect many aspects of our lives. Most people do not realize that the decisions of nine unelected justices control the fate of many liberties that we take for granted. (i.e. freedom of speech)," said Brandon Ingraham, Co-President of Pi Sigma Alpha and senior political science and history major. "It had the potential to open some eyes to the current state of the judicial branch of the U.S. government and if we could have reached just one individual it would have been well worth it," said Ingraham. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Wilkes students and faculty participated in a roundtable discussion with panelists from various other institutions concerning the Supreme Court. Panelists included Dr. David Adamany, President and professor of political science at Temple University; Dr. Douglas Edlin, assistant professor of political science at Dickson College; and Dr. Bruce Allen Murphy, Fred Morgan Kirby professor of civil rights at Lafayette College. Scaled-down version of Fear Factor hosted by Biology Club BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon Asst. News Editor form three physical challenges as well "Unfortunatef~-~e aren't allowed to do as one eating challenge," the specifics some of the things.tira(~e'd like, as far as of which.could· e'n'd:i.sclos before- eating raw insects and stuff... that's sort of _,. disappointing," Terzaghi hand, sai That-t;rmy be goo1ttrew ogyc:lttb als2.a9g.e l}la " in Fear, but Moore an were a t there will still be en M ifig trials to keep the attdien·.· 'Wa the ,rod the participants very nerv The biology club was ci,:reful :to. Keco dditionally, as an' nize that the audience might f?,?Ieeli ,g each contestant' sTfg}}tly left out bl'.' onl:x betng..able to view d. the p oceed' gs, a.nd""they took care of this by a~1ng<~oncessions to the e ,ent. Thq~e in attenaance will.b~able to J?urEe;r will chase chocolate covered ants, ~c: co1ate ered grasshoppers and tequil s with a worm in the etoeaby -shirts. easons. ;aid_ _,._ _ Eating cockroaches, swimming in a tank of sharks or jumping off a building in pursuit of an elusive cash prize may not be most people's cup of tea, but for those who might find this sort of pastime entertaining, the biology club will be hosting a toned down version of events like this, called Fear, later this month. Fear, according to biolog ber and event organiz¥ is the club's own ve~o television shpw already 14 w,· and seven femal the event. J where one final contestant will get a gift certificate for at least $100. All other contestants will receive a consolation prize, d there will be 15 door prizes for at· Bochicchio, Fear started and turned into an ntertain people. event, which d Terzaghi, will "We t w our own ittle twist into it to make it interesting. It should be a lot of fun for everybody," Bochicchio said. Fear will be held April 26 at 7 p.m. in rk 101. Tickets will be on sale for $5 il 11, 18, 20 and 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 at the Information Desk in the Henry :hter. Tickets may also be availdoor. �APRIL 10, 2006 SG from FRONT PAGE • turnout and debate stirs controversy; it pushes the candidate and the government to the next level." Shayka added, "It's not unusual to have people running unopposed because we have such a small student body. We are going to have an open forum for people to meet tl)e candidates." Some students when asked about the unopposed elections found it disturbing as well. Freshmen Benjamin Finch, pre-pharmacy major said, "I have to admit that it's a little bit disappointing to see that there is a lack of interest to actually voice different opinions. It kind of reduces the sense of spirit, of having some healthy competition to see how people think about the way things are around here." Stephanie Pawelzik, freshmen pre-pharmacy major said, "That's surprising, I would think that more people would be interested in running for a position like that." David°i:foordino,junior class president, had another opinion on the matter. "It doesn't really surprise me because the people who are already involved, they remain there. No one wants to run on a personal level against someone because they feel like it will be a personal attack." Scordino acknowledged the small size of the student body as a factor in the limited numbers of candidates but only because people know one another better than on other campuses. "Unfortunately, it's an isolated group of people who are willing to step out into the public forum like this. It gives the impression of the 'cult' or a 'clique' that SG gets. Even the people that run, who are new, are friends of the current group because we encourage them to run. We are not going to encourage strangers to run for positions. I think that the image that SG has as being cliquish is part of it, and to remedy that is something I could not honestly do. I can see where people get the impression from, and I would love for somebody to come up with a remedy. I would love if somebody could honestly point out a good way. It's our image and it's our population." Two students had other opinions about why there seems to be a lack of interest in the positions. "I think it's too time consuming. I mean, it takes a lot of time out of you. It's hard enough trying to get everything done. It's like having a full-time job, almost," said, Mary Opalka, freshman mechanical engineering major. Pawelzik said, ""I think people are concerned with the issues, but I feel that they just don't want to be in charge of all of it." NEWS 5 Student· Govern01ent candidates weigh in Each of the four presidential candidates also weighed in on the issue of running unopposed and their answers are contained within the short information provided about each of them. Sarah Doman, Commuter Council Sarah Doman, junior elementary education major and English major and Commuter Council presidential candidate said, "During all of my involvement over the past three years with [Commuter Council] I never really thought I would hold the president's position. There is one other person would could've run against me, but he declined the offer. I think it makes it harder to run unopposed because no matter what you have to finish the job, and for Commuter Council it means obtaining 150 commuter signatures, which is very difficult. The fact that the other presidential positions are unopposed makes me think that there is no option on election and people may not be happy with the choices they have." Doman also speculated on the possibility of apathy playing a role in the uncontested races. "In part I think it might be a lack of interest from the student body," she said. "We need more people who are willing to accept leadership roles on campus. For next year my goal is to bring the club up to a well-known and respected level. I want to create more opportunities for students to be involved with community service and also advertising for the club." Courtesy Sarah Doman Sarah Doman Courtney Amrhein, Inter-Residence Hall Council (IRHC) Courtney Amrhein,junior education and history major and Inter-Residence Hall Council (IRHC) presidential candidate said, "I think that it's going to still be a challenge for me for the next school year even though I am running unopposed. I accept the position, and I accept the challenges that I will face. Anybody could have run for the position, but I am really excited and honored to accept the position and the challenges. For IRHC, I want to get the campus more involved, especially the freshmen coming in so that they know what IRHC is and what it is all about. I think that this campus is very well rounded and by getting more people involved we will keep improving." The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Courtney Amrhein Andrew Steinberg, Off Campus Council Andrew Steinberg, psychology major and Off Campus Council presidential candidate (OCC) said, "I don't like any elections unopposed, I think that it hurts the publicity and that you do not get both sides of the argument. It comes down to who wants to run, who's available to run and right now we just don't have enough candidates who have the seniority or maybe even the confidence to run. I don't think that it's a Jack of interest in the positions. I think that some people just do not have the confidence in themselves. I think that the interest in [SG] has increased in the last year, which is evident in that almost every one of the positions is filled and next year almost all of the positions will be filled right from the start." The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Andrew Steinberg Jenna Strzelecki, Student Government Jenna Strzelecki, junior business administration major and SG presidential candidate said, "I am really excited that I have the opportunity to run for the SG president. I think that all of the candidates who are running are deserving of the positions. As SG we always kind of hope that there is some kind of opposition to each office just to show that there is a lot of interest in the positions. I have a lot to live up to, because Andrew did such a good job as president, but I hope to just keep things moving forward, to try to bridge the gap between the SG president, the student body, student government members and faculty and staff." The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Jenna Strzelecki �6 Lost art of listening Your Voices: Donkey Bball Your Voices: Army ROTC Beacon Poll 7 7 8 8 New anti-immigration laws promote narrow-minded viewpoint America founded on idea of immigration BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD Recently, a heated debate has arisen on the issue of how to deal with illegal immigration in the United States. Immigrants (legal and illegal) and citizens in Chicago, Milwaukee and Washington, D.C. and several cities in southern California headed to the streets to protest the government's proposed new plan to crack down on illegal immigration. At the same time, a growing attitude of resentment has developed towards immigrants in America that suggests many citizens would support stricter guidelines and crackdowns on "illegals. Passed in the House of Representatives last December, the Sessenbrenner bill, as it is called, proposes to declare the presence of all persons in the country without legal status a felony and also aims to make it a felony to provide any assistance to illegals. Additionally, the bill proposes building a 700-mile wall along the United StatesMexico border. In early March, the Senate began to devise its own version of a bill dealing similarly with the issue of illegal immigration, and eventually, the House and Senate will have to cooperate to prepare one cohesive bill representing the ideas of both. These proposed changes paint the United States as elitist and as shutting out, both literally and figuratively, those people from other countries who may have no options left but to sneak across our borders. But the greater question is why has immigration become such a contested issue in a country that was ultimately founded on and depended on the idea of foreigners coming to its soil for a better life? There are a few possible answers to this question, none of which justify the attitude that wishes to keep the country "American." Americans have a variety of skin colors, practice many different religions and speak a multitude of languages other than English. This has always been the case on American soil, and it is disturbing to find that in the year 2006, Americans continue to judge non-natives as "different" and try to keep them out of the country. Perhaps this narrow-mindedness stems from the current state of the American econ- Nickle for Your Thougbit_s ,,..,_ r:r Do""~ E'000'°' 1 ('\ ~. ~ , \ t ~- ·4-. By Jason Nickle omy. If we were experiencing a boom and jobs and money were more readily available to all, perhaps we would be more willing to share the wealth and open our doors and pockets to immigrants. Instead, Americans are facing shrinking retirement packages and job cuts, and the attitude is becoming one of providing for those people already here before thinking about others. Another possibility for this anti-immigrant attitude is simply the nature of the American culture. We throw around words and phrases in this country like all-American, the American dream and the American ideal. In short, we are a competitive culture characterized by a constant quest for wealth and fulfillment. As a society, we dislike things that impede our attainment of the American dream. Immigration may be seen as a threat to this dream, and immigrants themselves are merely more people striving for it. Society's emphasis on competition influences this idea. Additionally, many immigrants to the United States do not completely immerse themselves in this all-American culture, continuing to speak their native language and practice native customs and religious rituals. Perhaps Americans are offended by this refusal on the part of modem-day immigrants and the offense they take leads to an anti-immigrant attitude. As a final possibility, the anti-immigration attitude may be affected and fed by the post-9/11 world we all live in. Distrustful and wary of strangers, the citizens of the United States may harbor stereotypes about the people who immigrate to America and their motivations for doing so. What must be remembered is that a miniscule number of the immigrants to the United States harbor any anti-American sentiments. Most actually come to this country for economic and educational opportunities they could never have in their native lands. In actuality, Americans should be honored that our country continues to be so highly regarded as a place where dreams can be realized. Almost every one of us can trace our ancestry back to a man or woman who decided to climb al;)oard a boat to take a chance on a new piece of land called America. Nothing has changed, and America is still the country people flock to in order to avoid starvation or political or religious discrimination. Let's live up to our reputation and welcome these people with open arms. �APRIL 10, 2006 OPINION 7 Lost art of listening to one another crucial to campus experience • BY AMANDA MCMAHON Beacon Staff Writer There is something within us that just loves controversy. After all, Judge Judy isn't popular because she is the most polite human being on this planet, and whether or not we agree with what Dr. Phil has to say about how people should live their lives, we can't help but hesitate turning the channel when we see his face turn red with frustration as the guest on his show denies being a controlling spouse. No, we simply can't deny our addiction and neither can the 82-year old lady that my dad does electrical work for who is religious about watching The Jerry Springer Show. I have been thinking about this a lot recently, particularly inspired by the heated campus wide donkey basketball debate. Even those of us who may not have chosen to ride an ass across a basketball court or carry signs protesting in the name of animals' rights have become part of it, somehow. If you weren't one of the many students or faculty who rushed to the nearest Beacon pick-up location on Monday morning to But to the same degree that these can be potent to our humanity, so can our neglect to discover for ourselves who we are by our failure to listen to ourselves. see what the press would have to say about equestrian lovers riding donkeys, I have almost no doubt in my mind that the word "donkey" slipped off of your tongue within the last week. From doing research in the library to standing in line in the cafeteria to checking my campus mailbox, I've heard comments such as, "I don't see what the big deal is ... my high school did it," "If the Equestrian club is sponsoring it than how bad could it be?" and perhaps my favorite, "I wonder what Matt Zebrowski is going to have to say about it in his OpEd article next week." We have become so much a part of controversy that we are the controversy. Now, I am not saying that anything is wrong with a healthy debate. Actually, I rather enjoyed hearing about the issue at last week's Student Government meeting as people from both sides of the issue asked questions and did their best to respectfully and honestly address each other's point of view. If a university isn't the place for that kind of thing, then I don't know where is. But what I am concerned about is whether or not people--students, faculty and staff-are engaging in the lost art of listening. Now I know that I just mentioned the debate, and debates do involve listening. However, what I am addressing is the importance of listening to ourselves. Mr. Craig Czury, a local poet, came to talk about prison poetry to an English class that I am a writing fellow for, and he said something during that one hour and fifteen minutes that really meant something. He told us to ask ourselves, "Where am I, who are these people, and what do they have to do with me?" What I think he was addressing was the power that rests within our abilities to open our minds and find out how everything relates to the being that is deep within our souls. It is easy for us to read a flyer that states, "Don't be an ass" and allow those words to influence our perceptions. We immediately chime in with some witty remark and forget to ask ourselves what we really think. It saddens me to think that within a campus community we may very well be giving in to the cut and paste kind of society that university education, if anything, should be teaching us to resist. Now, I am a true believer in the freedom of our speech and am aware of the dangers of censorship and the hazardous effects of silencing, none of which I am encouraging. But to the same degree that these can be potent to our humanity, so can our neglect to discover for ourselves who we are by our failure to listen to ourselves. So before.joining the 82-year old grandma yelling "Jerry! Jerry!" in her living room, maybe it would be best to ask, "Where am I, who are these people, and what do they have to do with me?" YOUR VOICES Donkey basketball argument misinformed and hypocritical Dear Editor, In response to Alicia Cain's article attempting to prove how donkey basketball is an appropriate fundraiser for a horse rescue and adoption agency: As one who has previously attended one of the high schools mentioned that holds an annual donkey basketball game, Lake-Lehman, as well as one who had petitioned my school and local newspaper to cancel the ridiculous event, I feel I have merit to write this. Not only is it hypocritical of a president of an animal-promoting club to want to exploit a similar animal to benefit horses, but some of the statements made in her editorial were very hard to accept as anything other than misinformed and highly subjective. I'm glad to see that Miss Cain feels that since she is president of the Equestrian Club, she is able to give the ''words straight from the horse's mouth on the donkey basketball event.'' The blatant irony in this statement is that it is not from the animals' mouths, as they are unable to speak, or choose to participate in this event, which is what causes the unrest from those who are opposed to the "sport." While Miss Cain and many others probably see no problem with this event of playing basketball while on the back of a donkey, this is precisely the problem. I don't think that websites need to be quoted, and I don't plan on plagiarizing incorrect facts as Miss Cain accused the postermakers of doing, because I don't feel that is necessary to understand this debate. It's so simple and obvious. The most basic level of dispute of this event comes from the fact that the donkeys are living beings, and should not be exploited by being forced into a life and activity that is unnatural for them. And yes, playing basketball is unnatural for donkeys. And I do not feel better because they will be provided with "their own version of Nike Shox." Again, unnatural. And somewhat creepy. To go to the company that provides the donkeys for these events and investigate around the property is not doing research. Of course the company is going to look presentable and appealing to potential clients. Isn't that the point of being in business? They're making money off of the keeping of these animals and the barbarous organizations that get a kick out of seeing something as unnatural as donkeys playing basketball. It's just hard for some to stomach when the business involves using living beings in ways they are not meant to be used. But, according to Miss Cain, "Donkeys are meant to be pack animals." Yes, they might have been used in cultures in the past and even currently, but to try to justify that a kid with a basketball in a gymnasium in Wilkes-Barre is comparable to those who rely on the animals for farming and transport in Tanzania and Kwimba is a pretty hefty undertaking. And since donkeys "carried Jesus," I guess she feels that rowdy college kids are on the same level as Jesus, which to any truly religious person should be close to an insult. I, being one who is not religious, saw this reason at attempting validation as simply idiotic. Just because something has been occurring for centuries, as Miss Cain notes about the use of donkeys by human beings, does not make it right. This is the most passive, brainles_s claim that one can make about anything that is currently acceptable or practiced in society. To risk offense to some, I'd like to bring up the fact that slavery was at one time acceptable and the way things were "meant to be." To know anything about history and to consider any of that history from the standpoint of an emotional human being is to acknowledge that what is possibly right and acceptable at one point in time is no longer deemed appropriate in later years, locations and cultures. How would we feel if someone argued that women should not vote because they used to not be able to for years and years? It would be nice to see someone thinking for his or her own self in this day and age, and it's a shame that the money raised from this event is going to a horse rescue and adoption agency, since I'm sure the horses would politely turn down the money knowing how it was raised: by putting animals in the same situations that they need rescuing from. Sara Pegarella Senior English major Courtesy of dailyramblings.com �APRIL 10, 2006 YOUR VOICES Army Cadets prepare for summer training Dear Editor, Imagine lying in the dirt for the past 10 minutes. You are sweating from just about every pore of your body because of the movement you just completed to get to your current position. Someone on the line coughs and is instantly admonished by the squad leader. You grip the trigger of your M-16A2 rifle in anticipation of the enemy forces that you know are going to be walking down this road in a manner of minutes. Shhhhh, there they are. You wait for the right moment. The squad leader sets off the (simulated) claymore antipersonnel mine. NOW! BAM! BAM! BAM! You let loose with as much ammunition as you can during the 30 seconds of firing into the kill zone. The squad leader gives the order to cease firing, he determines it is safe and you assault through the objective to the Limit of.Advance (LOA). You clear the objective and get ready to move. All of that took place in two hours and now you are getting ready to complete the other missions of the day. This is the summer of the ROTC MS III cadets from the NEPA ROTC detachment. An MS-III is a junior in the program who has been through the first two years, MS-I and MS-II, or has completed similar training in the Ariny's Leadership Training Course. MS-III is considered to be the hardest year by most cadets . · Ie. A s an MS -III , th e Courtesy ofwww.stratcom.m1I because o fth e sh eer respons1"b"l: 1 1ty that comes w1·th th e tit cadets need to learn to go beyond the dressing up in BDUs and start to learn to apply the tactics that will make them successful lieutenants when they graduate from their various Universities. They have to lead Physical Training sessions, labs and go to training during the summer to Fort Lewis, Washington and prove that they know how to be an Army leader. The ROTC life is three-fold for these warrior-juniors. The first part of their life and preparation for training this summer is physical fitness. The cadets meet every week at 0630 in the morning in order to conduct Physical Training (PT). PT is essential to the cadets because it prepares them for the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT). The APFT tests the strength of cadets and soldiers by making them do as · many repetitions of the exercises that they can in 2 minutes. The two exercises tested are the push-up and the sit-up. The minim.um needed to pass the PT is 42 push-ups and 53 sit-ups in 2 minutes. For many passing is great but not the goal. The goal of the PT test is to get as high a score as one can in order to help their commanders know how ready they are. NEPA cadets are very squared away with this with an average PT score of 243 out of 300. NEPA even has an MS-III who scores 350 on the extended scale. Hoo-ah! The PT test is critical in the real Army because it gives leaders an assessment of their troops and helps weed out the ones that just can not make it or would be a hindrance in combat. When lives are on the line, the last thing you need on your mind is the worry that not all your soldiers can run far enough to engage and destroy the enemy. The second fold of the .Army cadet's MS-life is class. In the various classes for NEPA, one held at King's College and two at the University of Scranton, the cadets are taught the tactics that they will need to make it out at Fort Lewis and in the Army. Ambushes, Recons, React to Contact, Movement to Contact, Knocking out a Bunker, most students at the Universities hear about these things through movies or books that they might read but the MS-Ills are meeting every week to delve into them and find out how to conduct them. Once they have learned how the mission should be conducted then they practice their orders and think about how they would conduct a mission was it given to them. The NEPA MS-Ills are blessed with a high-speed set of instructors who live and breathe their jobs and are able to put the fears of the potential young officers to rest by telling of their own experiences and how to apply the drills to any situation. A common beginning to the way a drill is related to a past experience begins with a simple ... "Who here has been to Korea?" Leaming the tactics is good. Knowing how to apply the tactics is even better. Going out and actually applying those tactics _while being evaluated is the best thing for the MS-Ills who get to learn how to do the drills under pressure leading a squad. This brings us to the last fold of the cadets' life while in ROTC: Leadership lab. Leadership lab is a 2-hour event that the NEPA cadets experience every Thursday from 1600-1800 (4-6 p.m. for those unfamiliar with military time). It consists of showing up at the University of Scranton, finding out where they need to be and then movement to the training site. Once at the training site the lab's leader, an MS-III who has planned and prepared the day's activity orients and briefs them. Then the two Assistant Instructors, Als, take the squads to their designated spots. They then set up their squads in a 360 degree security perimeter and prepare to get the orders that the Cadre members of the NEPA ROTC briefs them on. Then they tum and prepare their own set of orders and brief the cadets that they are leading in the simulated training. After they successfully or unsuccessfully complete the day's training all involve offer constructive criticism or praise and prepare to go home. The University of Scranton plays host to the NEPA labs and the site ofBDUed cadet-warriors is a common site as they execute their training in various University sites. All of this training is for two goals. Successful completion of their summer training is the first goal. It is essential to pass summer training in order to get commissioned. The other goal and perhaps the more important is the goal of creating Army leaders who are ready, tactically and physically, to enter an Army that is at war. Without the foundations that the cadets build now and the training that they must endure, they would not be ready to face the rigors of the Army and for some, eventually lead troops into combat. What they learn now might save the lives of their soldiers later on. That is why we learn. That is why we train. James Morrison MSIII Wilkes University 8 OPINION Beacon Poll Results The following are results of a poll that The Beacon conducted online this past week. The poll was unscientific, and does not claim to reflect the overall attitudes of students on campus. Results are based on 51 responses. The Beacon asked: If you were sentenced to the death penalty, which form of execution would you prefer? • • . . . . . . . . Electric chair - 4 % Gas chamber - 2% Firing squad - 12% Lethal injection - 51 % Hanging- 2% Stoning- 0% Drawn and quartered - 5% Decapitation by guillotine - 8% Crucifixion - 6% Other -10% Next Week's Poll Question: Which dorm on campus would you most like to live in? . . . . . . . . . . Evans University Towers Barre Rifkin University Commons Henry Northampton Henry Ross Street Sturdevant Waller North/South Other Visit www. wilkesbeacon. com to cast your vote. Results will be published in next week's issue of The Beacon. �FE~TURE S . APRIL Students with Motorcycles Social Cyclical Awareness Downtown Billiards . ~~ 10, 2006 9 10 11 9 Motorcycles indicate the onset of spring BY ERICA LEO Beacon Staff Writer was little. Benson has owned several bikes and currently keeps one on campus while at school. "I like the freedom of being on a bike. It is more dangerous than being in a car but you have a lot more control, not of other people, but more control of yourself," said Benson. For those interested in buying a motorcycle, Benson suggested taking the Motorcycle Safety Course offered by the Pennsylvania Department of Motor Vehicles to educate beginners on how to ride safely. "It's a great class. It's free and you get your license out of it. Even if you don't want a motorcycle, I recommend that people take the course just so they are aware of what motorcyclists are doing out on the road," said Benson. Chris Thompson, senior pre-med major, has had a motorcycle for the past five years and stressed that safety is the most important factor to consider when riding. "I think everyone should wear a helmet. I am a paramedic and I have seen too many people's skulls get squished against the road because they weren't wearing one," said Thompson. Despite seeing the after effects of some horrific accidents, Thompson does not see himself stopping anytime in the near future. "They're fun. Once you get on one, you're addicted to them. I think everyone should give them a chance," said Thompson. Traditionally, the onset of beautiful spring weather is enough for those who can't wait to trade in the claustrophobia of car-driving for open-air, adrenaline-rousing rides on a motorcycle or sport bike. But with gas prices rising to all time highs, motorcyclists are breaking out the bikes a little earlier and using them more often to save a few extra dollars at the pumps. Because motorcycles get better gas mileage than regular cars, trucks and SUV's, college students are also starting to realize that it is more cost-efficient to leave the gas-guzzling.alternative modes of transportation at home. Several Wilkes students are taking advantage of the weather and the advantage of saving on gas and, as a result, it appears that more and more bikes are popping up around campus. One of these students is Lawson Cass, junior criminology major. Cass started ridThe Beacon/Nick Zmijewski ing last year primarily because of rising gas Carl Benson, senior electrical engineering major, shows off his motorcycle.-He has prices but also found that parking on cambeen riding motorcycles since he was little. Benson keeps his bike on campus while at pus is a lot easier and, in some cases, free. school because he like the freedom of being on a bike. Many other students have de"If you park where there are meters you cided to bring motorcycles to campus since they are more cost-efficient and get better do get ticketed, but if you park near a fire hydrant without blocking it, you don't," gas mileage. Also, it is a lot easier to find parking on campus. said Cass. "In Europe, I'd say about 35 percent of and easier to park on campus, motorcycles Cass stressed that he thinks more people the vehicles on the road are motorcycles can also be extremely dangerous for inexshould look into getting a bike because of · and scooters because they are more cost ef- perienced riders. Carl Benson, senior electric engineering they are cheaper to fuel and can be a lot of ficient," said Cass. fun to drive. Although they are cheaper to maintain major, has been riding motorcycles since he Tell U S ■ ■ ■ Managing Editor Becky Goodman was curious about what Wilkes students are thinking. Here is what she found out. What stunt would make you drop out of Fear Factor? •• • •• •• • - • • •• • • • • • •• ••• • • Lori Kratz freshman pre-pharmacy Tommy Leggio sophomore business administration Katelyn Kozma freshman pre-pharmacy Stephen Thomas freshman mechanical engineering "Eating any parts of animals." "Being stuck in the same room with Coach Slager." "Anything to do with spiders." "I haven't really seen a stunt that would make me drop out of Fear Factor yet." �10 FEATURES APRIL 10, 2006 Social Cyclical Awareness projects challenge business majors BY ERICA LEO Beacon Staff Writer In addition to prepping for the academic homestretch that marks the end of the semester, Wilkes University business majors have their hands full planning, promoting and participating in their Social Cyclical Awareness (SCA) projects that are culminating this month. Implemented last year as part of the Personal Professional Development (PPD) courses, business majors are required to raise money to fund the SCA projects, all of which are aimed at meeting specific needs within local community. Six teams have been organized for this year's SCA projects with activities that range from an Easter egg hunt for local children to dodgeball and basketball tournaments that benefit various local organizations. Karen Blendick, freshman accounting major, is part of the A-Team which sold ad booklets to promote local business and plans to hold a Relay for Life walk on April 22 to benefit the American Cancer Society. "We're donating the money that we raise to the American Cancer Society and 60 percent of each dollar is going to stay in Wilkes-Barre," said Blendick. The A-Team plans to raffle off prizes donated by the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Red Barons to those who participate in the walk and is also giving away t-shirts to those who donate $20. Blendick is excited about the project which she feels will promote cancer awareness across the campus and even to the community. "I think it is a great idea. A lot of people, even in our group, have been affected by cancer through family members and it hits pretty close to home for us. It's just a great project for us," said Blendick. Another group, Team Boogie, sold hooded sweatshirts to raise money to purchase books to read and then donate to grades K-6 at Heights-Murray, Dan Flood and Kistler elementary schools during National Reading Week which takes place from April 1623. Ashley Davison, freshman business ma- S_ave1 Lives. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski The Social Cyclical Awareness projects were designed by the Sidhu School of Business to promote leadership as well as raise money for the community. A total of six teams were organized, each team being responsible for developing a plan to raise money for various charities or community organizations in financial need. One of the SCA teams sponsored a dodgeball tournament, while others sold hooded sweatshirts or organized a Battle of the Bands. The SCA program was implemented last year as part of the Personal Professional Development courses within the business major. Donate IP laSITla Today. Earn up ta $200 a Month! lnter:stale Blood & Plasma Inc. 6flS Ca~ Ava Wi 1--aarra Pa Cal (57CI~ 823-411S . jor, is a member of Team Boogie and noted that during the reading events, the team members will dress in costume to enliven the books that they plan to read. "I think it's going to be good for the kids to become more aware of what we're doing. We're going to talk to them about college and how important it is to stay in school and do well," said Davison. Dr. Jeffrey Alves, professor of free enterprise, talked about the projects and why the business department thinks it is important for students to actively participate in giving back to the community. "We are in the business world and we have a responsibility not only to our customers and employees, but to the community as well. They also give students a chance to develop leadership skills, team skills, and allow them to apply what they are learning in the classroom to real-life situations," said Alves. Alves stated that the business department plans to continue the projects in the future and thinks thaf similar projects are going to start popping up across the university in the near future. "I think we are going to see more of these across the university and not necessarily linked to academic programs. It's all part of the service learning philosophy that is becoming more university-wide," said Alves. �APRIL 10, 2006 FEATURES 11 Campus Square billiards adding to a changing downtown Busi11esses look to attract local college students BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. Features Editor As the game of billiards grows in popularity among the college crowd, Wilkes-Barre hopes to capitalize. Students looking for a little more than Wilkes' current game room can offer will soon have a new hangout. According to a press release, Campus Square, a billiards entertainment center is set to open in May 2006. There will be 25 regulation pool tables and two ping-pong tables set up in a 10,300 square foot facility. Campus Square will also host a snack bar and a state of the art Bose sound system. Campus Square will be located within walking distance from campus at the former CVS drug store space at 39 Public Square in the Wilkes-Barre Center building, adding to the planned movie theater and dance club entertainment venues beginning to pop up in the downtown. The press release also acknowledged that in order to further attract students, Campus Square will be holding numerous pool leagues and also hopes to have a "Campus King" and "Campus Queen" championship between local colleges. Some students have already expressed interest in the new billiards hall and its proximity to Wilkes. ''.On the weekends, I would definitely go. It is a lot closer than Jack and Jill's, which is where I usually go, and that is a big plus," said Jeannelle Anderson, sophomore elementary education major. But for students, Campus Square may have one possible deterrent. The billiards hall is slated to be a "membership only" club. However, the first nine months the facility will be open to the public and will not require membership. This may be seen as a drawback to some students since Wilkes' game room already offers billiards tables for no charge. Pat Nardone, freshman business major, said, "It is a lot more convienent to have billiards here, and since it is free I think it would be hard for Campus Square to attract a large majority of students. But, I would at least try it out." A new billiards hall might not be enough for some students to take the time to walk over to Public Square for a few games of pool. However, Campus Square is one of the first new attractions being added to a revitalized downtown that is hoping to draw from the college population. Rob Finlay, President of Rumford Realty The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Matt Burian, senior electrical engineering major, plays a game of pool in the Henry Student Center's game room. However, students will soon have another location to play billiards. Campus Square, a billiards entertainment center, is set to open in May 2006. The center will be located at the old CVS drug store building on 39 Public Square, which is in close proximity to the Wilkes campus. Campus Square will host 25 regulation pool tables, two ping-pong tables, a snack bar, and a state of the art Bose sound system. · and landlord to Campus Square, describes some new possibilites. "We have been receiving inquires from many types of tenants that could fit in an entertainment and college town atmosphere. Some include a tanning salon, coffee house, sports bar restaurant, Irish pub and a Chinese buffet." Finlay feels that these inquires will become reality. "With the completion of streetscape improvements, new parking garage and intermodal center, theater project, proposed bookstore and hopefully renovations to Boscov's Department Store you should hopefully see these types of retailers turn into actual stores. The idea is to get a tenant mix that can cross sell to each other. With the commitments of the night club, billiards entertainment center and theater we hope it will entice other retailers to locate in the city." Finlay believes in the future. "Maybe next year you will be spending a Saturday morning with your friends sipping coffee in a coffee house, you then shop for shoes, play a game of pool or shop for a book. You will be able to eat dinner at a sports bar res- taurant watching a college football game before going to the movies or a concert at the Kirby Center. Afterwards you may dance into the wee hours of the morning at a nightclub. All without stepping into a car. Cross your fingers," he said. AlrstU3/ ltadyour ~ Nudto .buyyour b~ ~ntrot flt, prWIUfi Get Your Birth Control W ~ A Pelvic Exam• Your ni.imher ooc so1.1tte for birth oontml a:oo the morning after pill. 1-8,00-230-PLAN ·www.ppnep.org ,.. Certain inslaffl.~, further t!lil'llwttir:m may bt rt'-qaiir'td �A&E APRIL ---- -- -~ ------------------------------- 10, 2006 Int'l Fashion Show Net: Celeb Lookalikes Dinner: Panera Bread Movie: Ice Age 2 13 14 15 15 Courie to leave Today for CBS an Musical chairs puts womens roles in the s BY MYLES RUMBEL Beacon Asst. A&E Editor NEWS ANALYSIS After much speculation and waiting, the music has officially ended and two famous faces will shortly be sitting in different chairs. Last week, both Katie Courie and Meredith Vieira announced they will be leaving their positions at the Today show and The View respectively. Vieira will be filling Couric's cohost 'position at the Today show, while Courie will be making history as the first female solo anchor of evening news for CBS. · CBS's courting of Courie was a huge gamble, because Courie does not fit the typical mold of a nighttime news anchor. During her 15 years on the Today show, Courie has done everything from interviewing world leaders to having a colonoscopy live, on air. However, Courie is known for her perky smile and friendly tone, a personality that is opposite from the typically grave evening news anchors such as Brian Williams, Tom Brokaw and Dan Rather. According to numoerus media analysts, CBS officials are banking on Courie to pull some of her morning audience to the evening timeslot, which has been steadily losing vieweiship for many years. "The question is whether or not she'll take along with her the audience that follows her," explained associate communication studies professor Mark Stine. "The audience for the Today show is somewhat different than the audience for CBS's Evening News." One difference is that the age of the audience for evening newscasts is aging, with younger viewers not tuning in. The hope would be that Couric's move will draw more viewers to the nightly news. One other important aspect of the move is that Courie will become the first female solo anchor of an evening news broadcast. While both Barbara Walters and Connie Chung were co-anchors, and currently Elizabeth Vargas is solo anchoring ABC's World News Tonight until Bob Woodruff recovers from injuries he sustained while reporting from the war, Courie will be the first solo female given the title and complete face time. "It's very symbolic," explained Theresa Kintz, director of the Wilkes University women's study minor. "Now women are newsmakers as well as news reporters, making the anchor desk more welcoming for women. This signals a real change in society's view of women," Kintz explained, citing that women are now more accepted in political as well as social realms. "Young girls now will see themselves having a role in society," she said, pointing out that young girls will be able to look up to Courie. Both Courie and Vieria are expected to take their respective positions by the fall. • . .• ❖ · • [of' e Dancer' b)! r d • piece lls the cl:a ical Indian Mpt1~ _has. :>t\ip1 an t her dance number . · • · h;t\vatil, ,tht song ture a 'scree' asJhe,,lead,wW¢h i part narrative.,.. ie \Yill talk;aljl)ut o en in g¢ eral about the obs{a~l e out, ~d "end i,n ., tg thetr p ••· · · ems, ;s h added that the ten hands- meaning ,she · f, "The d · ll a story; my conceptuallza, l!l'hcer. "' 'Wlll be a collabora-native Suj ta Nairwho aches ndian ce. ed ' . gether oration and an idea," ... "She cho •-·- . ··- .. . """ OU \ ce will be told by way of music •'""' ," pidJ~im,on oft})e varied con• ce The concert. · held"April 20 at 8 p.~in the is free and e public. N1tir-Mull~'s perform, "Solitary Dllicer'' /ag A.JJrj.J:!2 at 6:30 p.m. jith the �APRIL 10, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 Fashion show: Culture, clothing, cuisine BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Correspondent The Multicultural Student Coalition (MSC) allowed students, faculty and members of the public a chance to experience fashion, culture and cuisine of many countries when it sponsored an International Fashion Show, on Saturday, April 8. Coordinator of student affairs and faculty advisor -of MSC, Andita Parker-Lloyd said the fashion show is important because it allows everyone to share their culture. "The misconception is that when immigrants come to America, they have to leave their culture at the door. What we want to do is embrace everyone's culture but maintain our own identities. This show helps us share our culture with everyone and create a melting pot." Apparel from Saudi Arabia, Africa and Puerto Rico, in addition to many other countries, was modeled by students and children of faculty members. The models glided across the stage in the ballroom of the Henry Student Center to music ranging from instrumental ethnic stylings to current techo tunes. Valerie J. Martinez, secretary of the MSC and head of public relations for the fashion show, acted as emcee. She announced the names of the models, gave a description of their outfits and explained to the audience when the clothing would typically be worn, whether for a formal event or as sleepwear. In addition to the cultural garb, models also sported clothing from the Wilkes bookstore and outfits that could be worn by those entering the work force. There was a performance by the Keystone College step team, the Mofyah Steppers. The students used a combination of clapping and stomping in their dance, and all members wore matching camouflage pants and tank tops with the name of their school and team. After the fashion show, free food was available for everyone who attended. Caribbean foods, egg rolls and rice, and other ethnic foods allowed show participants and audience members to get a taste of different cultures. Martinez was involved in the planning of this annual event. MSC members have been working to pull everything together for about three months, gathering clothing from people and local businesses. She wanted to be a part of the show because she wanted people to be able to experience different cultures. "You wouldn't get to see people walking around Wilkes-Barre or even New York City, so the show gives people a chance to wear the clothing, and also gives others the opportunity to learn about different cultures," she said. Parker-Lloyd added, "People don't walk around in this kind of clothing every day. It's a neat experience because we get to bring culture to people's doorstep." She said it was important that the event be free and open to the public to make sure that everyone can continue to learn about different cultures. "We share pride in who we are, and can leave feeling good about ourselves." �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 APRIL 10, 2006 Nothing ~;H,~ek~~teb BY JASON NICKLE Beacon Cartoonist l 'no-.vt- ~10 C-( ;{:.("£ <:,(', /,-- Mc{0~U!..- 14e,\ \ \ ho:ve.. ::,'.l..O 0 r. HL-!, L. f<>-c.'- boo\£... . Celebrity face recognition at MyHeritage.com BY DONNA TALARICO Beacon A&E Editor One time, someone at a bar said I looked like Melissa Joan Hart from Clarissa Explains it All. Wait. I am dating myself. I meant to say, from Sabrina the Teenage Witch. I think in a drunken goofy moment I autographed a napkin and said I was visiting my cousins in Wilkes-Barre. But then I told the truth. (I still got a beer out of the deal.) I've always gotten the "you look like someone" comment, but before and after the "Clarissa incident," l was never compared to a celebrity. So, when I heard about the celebrity-look-alike website one morning on a local radio show, I just had to try it. My Heritage.com is a site that allows people to post family pictures, l think for the intentions of finding out who you look like. But, they added a fun feature--photo recognition with the stars. They will scan your facial features and match them against 3,200 different celeb and notable people pies. Here is what I got: My # 1 match was actress Joan Cusack. In this particular picture, I also looked like Avril Lavigne (71 %), Kelly Clarkson (70%), Kristen Kruek (Lana Lang, 70%), Meg Ryan (66%), Whoopi Goldberg (63%), Jamie Lyn Spears and Elisha Cuthbert. I did dorkily try a pie of my boyfriend and one of his look-alikes was Tom Welling, Clark Kent of Smallville. And, I looked like Lana Lang. Woa. Freaky. But, he also looked like Shirley Temple and Kirstie Alley. I was having so much fun, I tried it with every picture l had on my computer. In drunk shots where my eyes were Photos courtesy of Donna Talarico and Yahoo! squinty, I had different results (Lucy Lui). It got addicting. But the bottom line is, you aren't likely to find your long According to MyHeritage.com, I look the lost twin. It doesn't really scan for sex, race or nationality. most like actress Joan Cusack. And, of course the way you are smiling and tilting your head can throw off things. All in all, it's very entertaining to sit around with some friends and get some laughs. Hint: it can scan multiple faces in one pie so try a two-shot (like I used for the Clark and Lana pie) or a friend shot, too! One question. Where the heck was Melissa Joan Hart on my results? Maybe she wasn't in the database. Or, maybe the drunk guy had beer goggles on. Lit(.t,.h #-ei./fe- w"- 1.. ir.:) ◊-.>l-!..i~t., .½ l ~1>-Ho-- ~o ,~ pa.(~ •• ' h ,,._ ve. fur- poke' " ~l~ or. ..J PN.t 1::>o ok Mayflower Crossing .ftas a part-time entry level marketing position avallable. Looking for an at11:resslve, energetic, self-starter. Hours flexible.. Please e-mail all@ mayfloweterossing.com. �15 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT APRIL 10, 2006 lfflninner and a Movie I Movie: Ice Age 2 ny must make their way out of the great valley before the quickly-thawing landBeacon Staff Writer scape floods the land. Along the journey, they meet ari.other mammoth Ellie In a world of so much drama, suspense, tragedy and vie-. (Queen Latifab), who believes she is a timizing (and I don't just mean the world ofHollywooq) it's possum and her two "brothers," Crash nice to take a break every once in awhile and visit an.age and Eddie. Together they all make their where all you had to worry about was a world full of ice way to the boat that will carry them to melting. Simple enough, right? Ice Age 2: The Meltdown ~efy when the flood comes-- but not without battling two as humorous and delightful as the first and maybe even better. Manny is still pessimistic as ever, Sid is still as silly and certainly proves just that. mece sea.moU£ters, lovable and Diego is still as sarcastic and humorous. The The movie reunites the unusual herd: Sid the sloth (John In a Noah's Ark-esque way, Manny knowing he is on the Leguizamo), Manny the mammoth (Ray Romano) and Di- verge of extinction, tries to convince the stubborn yet sweet original all-star cast is excellent reprising their roles and it's ego the saber tooth tiger (Denis Leary). I think it's safe to Ellie that she is also a mammoth and that they could poten- also a refreshing change to hear Queen Latifah lending her voice to Ellie. She definitely adds some feminine humor to say that if the first Ice Age was a runaway hit, Ice Age 2: tially be the only ones left to save their species. the dialogue. The Meltdown will be right up there with Shrek and FindFans of the original will come to its sequel with some imThe animation is also beautiful. There are so many charing Nemo. portant questions: Will Scrat the Squirrel, on a never-ending acteristics that determine what a good family movie should In the movie, the Ice Age is over and all the prehistoric quest for his beloved acorn, finally succeed? Will Manny critters are living in a melting world. Sid, Diego and Man- convince Ellie she is a mammoth? Will Diego overcome be these days and Ice Age 2 definitely has it together. It's fun and hilarious for both kids and adults. Unlike other his fear of water? Will Sid animated flicks, Ice Age 2 requires no added explanations if finally get the respect he · viewers take younger kids or siblings. deserves from his peers? Ice Age 2 is a fun night out for anybody who wants a great tion of turkey, bacon, Gouda, lettuce, tomaBut the most important laugh and I don't ever say this about any movie, but I think BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO toes and their signature dressing. The smoky question is ... will audiencBeacon Asst. News Editor we should all hope for an Ice Age 3 in the future ... we could ingredients complemented one another well es enjoy this movie? Of definitely use the. laughs. Grade : A With a large selection of meal options and and there was just the right amount of tur- course. This movie is just bakery products prepared daily, it's no sur- key. I did, however, have to ditch the toma-1-------- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - , prise that Panera Bread is one of my most toes because 1 neglected to ask for my sandfrequent stomping grounds. wich without them. The Greek salad had When I arrived there this past week with just enough dressing, as well as the perfect my friends Nora and Jaclyn, the parking sit- amount of tomatoes, black olives and onions. ..... ,-. ..... ·.· ■·• · . uation was not a problem at all, which was They didn't skimp on the feta cheese either, 'IIIIIINI,■ • .,. a relief because that is definitely not always so that definitely earns some points with A 'tU.. ftamada Inn the case. Panera is in an ideal location, since me. I'm usually a salt fiend, so the fact that X.1Ll!lllalNM9M'!I fill'!GIHd•: it is right in the middle of one of the newest I never used it once during the entire meal O..,._,wtd9H1110 PWkiftO shopping centers in the Arena Hub area. Ad- was pretty impressive. And I cannot forget ditionally, it's located in a plaza with a few about the bread, probably my favorite part l.ooiCldPl'IOntt P~IJlh.... It other stores, so if I had found myself with of the entire meal. The tomato basil bread Ulillil•• the sudden urge to perhaps stop by Famous used for the sandwich harmonized with the Wall kl! "Wall Carper-. tcttah•-«Footwear on the way home to buy a couple ingredients perfectly, and the Italian bread A l l ' C~ of pairs of shoes, I'd be covered. was the perfect combination of crunchy on BY ALISON SHERRY Dinner: Panera Bread S'IPIIDEN'II' aou·s .-c S 10 LU....ON' !..., s·. .................... The first thing that stands out about Panera Bread is its pleasant service. The cashier was extremely polite and friendly, which is impressive in a place that serves, as Jaclyn put it, "classy fast food." The registers are located straight ahead from the entryway, and the bakery is also strategically located so that the first thing patrons see is a glass case filled with stuff sure to break the diet. The bagels and other assorted baked goods were extremely tempting, but, alas, it was dinnertime. The menu at Panera offers an assortment of seemingly light meal choices. Don't be fooled, though, because most of the options are very :filling. I decided on the You Pick Two deal with half of the Bacon Turkey Bravo sandwich and half of the Greek salad. For a hearty portion of each, I paid only about $6.50. As a side choice, the cashier told me I could choose Italian or wheat bread, a bag of chips, or an apple. As if she had to ask! I chose the Italian bread because, after all, that's what Panera is famous for. The sandwich was a delectable combina- the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. llNGIH OF S T A Y - ~ S ' APPLY* Panera bakes their bread daily, so that was no surprise. &l ■ IOIIINO... Jaclyn was happy with her choice, the Sourdough Bread Bowl with broccoli chede:tao. :fmm U119• #Ca1D:alb( S ac2 m'llcCl811Sli ) imr.lUGWII dar soup, priced at about $5. In her opinion, Mllblta: the bread was perfect for dipping. But Nora was less enthused with her half portion of the s BEDROOM svnzs Turkey Romesco sandwich, a new addition to the menu that she thought lacked flavor. PriMd tpm, 1119• " ' m#lCb (1 oc 2 01 t fo • • ) tcclwclrw Luckily, her dining experience was rescued by the Vegetarian Black Bean soup, the other half of her You Pick Two meal. Panera has the atmosphere of a sit-down restaurant with 2a1111tROOMSVnflal waiters without the price. The music is very jazzy and adds to the overall aesthetic apl:Am Pac: mPOttH -, 4 one '• cm·a ronr fflm peal of the restaurant. Once customers order food, they are given a buzzer that goes off when it's ready. Following the meal, cus- CA.LL OUR 5-A.L,ll:S OFF.Ce: FOR A FRe:e tomers must bus their own tables, which is TOUAI one aspect of the Panera Bread experience that may not appeal to some. But for me, it's worth the low price and quality food. Grade: A-~~ .. ,,.,, encme tam- ,,,., .... ro > ....................... .__._ _ •20-az...21 oo., mxwm••• 12s �- - - - - - - -- 16 SPORTS APRIL 10, 2006 Colonel versus Colonel Football team tries something new for spring training BY RICH HANNICK Beacon Staff Writer The Wilkes University football team has undertaken a new style for its spring practice this year. The players and the coaches will be trying out a new method of conditioning for the upcoming season. The new style of practice includes conditioning and competitions among the players on the team. There are a total of 80 football players that have been broken up into ten teams of eight. Defensive and special teams coach Michael McCree said that the competitions will include strength competitions, athletic competitions and academic competitions. This means that players will get points if they excel in the classroom. McCree said, "We are instituting competitions that pertain not only to the field but in the classroom as well." Ryan Dailey, a freshman nursing major, said that he likes the coach's spring practice program because it provides more entertainment than just going out and running. He has only heard the stories of how the spring practices used to be, and he is grateful to come in the first year of the new spring practices. "It definitely makes practice more fun." McCree said this new system will help them in many ways. He notes that for one thing there are 80 guys but not one ego on the team. "Just support everywhere you tum, it's a competition, but everybody is pushing everybody," said McCree. The teams were selected randomly so that some offensive players played with defensive players and vice versa. McCree called this a "mix and match strategy." When the coaches set the training plan in motion they had objectives for not only the players, but also for themselves. They were looking for the players to become more cohesive and stronger as a team. McCree said that the coaches were looking to build relationships with players outside the ones they work with. "It gives me a chance to get to know some offensive players," said McCree. The coaches are also hoping that this new spring program sets a good work ethic for The Beaconffodd Wiebel The Wilkes football team gathers at midfield after a spring practice. The Colonels' new practice organization is an attempt to improve team unity and identity along with skills and conditioning. themselves and the students for the entire season. McCree said, "We want this program to really set the tone for the whole year." Dailey thinks this program will benefit in- dividuals as well as the whole team. "Individually it will get us in shape and since we compete in teams it will help us learn how to work, compete, win, and lose as a team," Dailey said. �APRIL 10, 2006 --------~1 17 SPORTS COMMENTARY ~1- - - - - - - - - Editors at War A 'Generation of Juicers' sparks MLB officials to change the rules Don't place the blame on just Bonds An open letter to Barry Bonds home run list. BY RYAN DIPPRE BY NICK PODOLAK Think about it: back then, this substance Beacon Sports Editor Asst. Sports Editor The 1990s will be looked upon by future was probably thought of as some sort of Thanks for corrupting the national pasgenerations as the "Juiced Era," where once advanced protein shake. With the given time, Barry. skinny ball players were replaced by hulk- results, why wouldn't he have taken it? I Oh, no, it wasn't just you. You were ining linebackers, and smacking 50 home would have. deed the poster child, the model, and the But the million dollar question remains: figurehead in the steroid movement. Other runs in a season was as easy as in a backWhy does Bonds take so much heat when players watched you and modeled after yard game of stick ball. But the death of Ken Caminiti and other so many of his counterparts were juicin' you like a prophet, being the son of Bobby steroid allegations have persuaded Major along with him? Well, there are two main Bonds and all of that. So when you ordered League Baseball officials to enact a 50- reasons. some bigger baseball caps and picked up First, he is the most arrogant player in the syringe, so did they. In all honesty, you game suspension for first time offenders. At the center of the steroid madness is baseball history and his relationship with probably weren't even the first one in the Barry Bonds, who, according to the re- fans and the media is tumultuous. Second, leagues to use steroids. You were just the cently released book Game of Shadows, has he won't admit he did the deed, even though most successful with it. been using performance enhancing drugs several fairly reliable sources have cited And your success on the diamond is also since the 1998 season. The result has turned dates and occasions. It baffles me why he the biggest reason for your enormous PR Bonds into the poster child ofthis "Genera- just won't admit to using them, because that failure off of it. The media can handle an tion of Juicers," receiving heavy flak from is a major reason why non-Giants fans hate average athlete bulking up a little for his him so much. the media and fans alike. short trip to baseball mediocrity. What it Just remember, he made the same mistake can't handle is when one of the greatest In last week's match up between the Padres and Giants, a fan threw a needle-less that all of the other baseball idols of our athletes in the majors decides to extend a syringe at Bonds as he jogged in from generation made and if he admits to using hall of fame career by juicing. Few people left field. He picked it up, shook his head, performance enhancing drugs, he should look to Joe McMinorLeaguer as a source of and held back tears as the ESPN cameras be redeemed and still regarded as the best inspiration, but the godson of Willie Mays zoomed in on his face. Welcome to the player to have ever played the game. tends to have a few followers. Way to let everyday life of Barry Bonds. Now you can boo him and hold up all the asterisk signs you want, but throwing a syringe at the slugger crosses the line. Playing in the shadows of his father, Hall of Farner Bobby Bonds and godfather Willie Mays, most can't imagine the enormous pressure on Bonds when he first broke into the league with the Pittsburgh Pirates in the late 80s and early 90s. A gifted .300 hitter with the best eye in baseball, Bonds never hit more than 34 homers in a season. But after joining the Giants at age 28, he suddenly averaged a dinger every 13 The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski at bats and now needs seven homers to surpass Sports editor Ryan Dippre (left) and assistant sports editor Nick Podolak (right) square off about the Babe Ruth and 4? to tie steroid controversy now raging throughout the major leagues. Aaron on the all time them down. Don't sweat it, though. Just tell yourself that you're not a role model, and keep poking away with that syringe. Then lie to the media and you'll have all of your bases covered. Lots of people develop enormous traps late in life, right? They'll never know. There are a lot of people who give their support to Bonds, saying he is wrongfully shouldering the burden of the steroid controversy. Wrongfully shouldering the burden? I don't think so. I'm no purist, but I always c·onsidered the use of an illegal performance-enhancing substance to be cheating. Combine that with the fact that his natural ability would give him a Hall of Fame career on its own, and it all adds up to a pathetic and self-centered attempt to earn something that he truly doesn't deserve: the home run record. Bonds, you're too stubborn to model off of anyone else, but it would be better if you approached the game like Babe Ruth than the way you're doing it now. The Bambino may have lived life a little too much in the fast lane, drank like a fish, smoked like a chimney, cheated on his wife, and let a lot of athletic potential slip through his fingers due to laziness, but he never hurt the game. Entering his prime just after the 1919 Black Sox scandal was threatening the existence of the league, Ruth took his extended press coverage and the pressures of performing up to fans' expectations in stride. Despite his other faults, he was able to bring respect back to baseball and allow it to begin an era of growth that wasn't halted until the baseball strike in 1994. And that's your one unforgivable sin, Barry. You can shrug off the accusations of cheating--it's a gray area anyway, those ironclad laws. You can also ignore the accusations that you're a bad role model: you never wanted to be a role model anyway. But what you can't do is find a way to forget the harm you've brought to a game that's been so good to you. Whenever a professional sporting league is caught in a controversy such as this, it's up to the great athletes in that league to carry it through. In the 1920's, the league and its fans looked to Babe Ruth. They can't look to you, since you responded to the spotlight and the fame that they gave you by selfishly reaching for more. Who will they look to now? �SPORTS 18 APRIL 10, 2006 Commentary GAME OF THE WEEK MLB: Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago White Sox White Sox attempt to cool off red-hot Tigers Double Take BY RYAN DIPPRE Beacon Sports Editor The 2006 baseball season is officially underway now, and there have been the usual range of surprise booms and busts all across the league. Monday afternoon will see the first of a three-game series between a bust and a boom in the same division: the Detroit Tigers and the Chicago White Sox. The White Sox, 2005 World Champions, have struggled throughout the start of 2006. A team that stood at 16-4 after twenty games last season is currently 1-4. Manager Ozzie Guillen is giving his team a lot of credit for sticking together, but the White Sox are clearly a struggling baseball team right now. The Detroit Tigers, on the other hand, are the stunning surprise of the early season. Rangers ace Kevin Millwood called the Tigers the "best offensive team in the world right now," and for good reason. Detroit has a .319 batting average, and is led at the plate by the unstoppable Chris Shelton. Offense is only half of the tale for the Tigers, however, as they have a 2.40 ERA and have yet to commit an error in the field -this year. Shelton's numbers so far this season are unreal. The first baseman has hit .727 in his first five games, and knocked in five home runs in the first four. During game five against the Rangers, Shelton settled for two triples, a single, and three RBI's. In twenty at-bats, he has only struck out twice. The other surprise star on the Tigers' roster is rookie Justin Verlander. Verlander picked up his first win by striking out seven and only giving up two hits against the Rangers. After seven innings of pitching, Verlander's ERA still remains at 0.00. The biggest question mark during this three-game series is which White Sox team will show up. There's no debating that Chicago has more experience and better management than Detroit, but there is a huge gap between Chicago's potential and the way the Sox are playing right now. If the White Sox can get out of their current funk by the time they arrive in Detroit on Monday, then the Tigers will be up to their biggest challenge of the season. If not, the Tigers could theoretically be an undefeated baseball team eight games into the season. Despite their current problems, the White Sox are showing signs of coming out of their shell. Guillen has constantly reinforced to the press his belief in his team and his lack of apprehension at the slow start, and the team is not playing bad baseball by any means. Chicago took apart Cleveland in the home opener, and nearly pulled off a late-inning comeback against Kansas City on Saturday. The White Sox may be slowly catching fire, and it will be a boring series indeed if they manage to do so in Detroit. The Tigers don't have anywhere near the experience that Chicago does, and will run into trouble squaring off against a reinvigorated White Sox team. As for what will actually happen in the series, look for Chicago to continue to improve as a ball club. Guillen has faith in his team for a reason, and the no one should expect the club to fall apart at all during the year. Chicago still has a pennant race left in it, and it's only a matter of time before they put it all together. Expect them to continue to struggle against Detroit, however. The Tigers are something of a flash in the pan, but the flash right now is bright. Sweeping a World Champion is difficult work, but expect the Tigers to take the series. The Pick Game 1: Detroit 4, Chicago 3 Game 2: Detroit 5, Chicago 2 Game 3: Chicago 4, Detroit 2 QUIC1'INFO Detroit Tigers vs. Sarah examines the stats that truly matter BY SARAH HERBERT Beacon Features Editor Chicago White Sox April 10, 12, 13 · l :05 p.m. After a seemingly endless stream of poor choices for the Game of the Week feature, the editors are finally stepping up the plate, literally. This week's game highlights the Chicago White Sox and the Detroit Tigers. Quite frankly, this is an easy choice based on colors alone. Everyone knows that black and white is far more stylish than black and orange. After all, it's not Halloween season. That's why I just have to pick the Sox. Furthermore, they are the returning champs. I was actually quite surprised that the baseball game of the week didn't feature the Yankees. However, after a pitiful loss to the Angels it is wise to keep the Yanks out of the spotlight so they can recover from such a humiliating loss. Yankees fans, have no fear. I'm sure they'll buy they're way into the series regardless. But that's not the issue here. Let's get back to the White Sox. In addition to their snappy apparel, they've inherited former Phil Jim Thome. While I'm not a Philadelphia fan, I can give the guy some credit now that he's in Chicago. It's always wise to further your career by getting as far away from Philadelphia as possible. That said, I think Thome has something to prove. Also, he's looking a hell of a lot better in black and white than he did in red and white. It's just such a shame that such pretty uniforms have to be exposed to the elements and end up being caked with dirt. Go Sox. l@omcastl �APRIL SPORTS 10, 2006 19 Athlete of the Week ♦ Softball: Samantha Evanich BY RYAN DIPPRE Beacon Sports Editor It's hard to blame anything on DeSales, really. The Lady Bulldogs traveled to WilkesBarre on Saturday expecting a doubleheader fight from the Lady Colonels, who were then 5-1 and .improving with every game. DeSales probably expected to have a tough run offensively during the first game, when strikeout queen Laurie Agresti took the mound for Wilkes. After losing a 2-0 battle in game one, after managing only a single hit and suffering 11 strikeouts, DeSales was probably still not surprised. But it's also likely the Lady Bulldogs were expecting at least a shot at winning the second game of the double header. The surprise for DeSales that chilly Saturday afternoon came when freshman Samantha Evanich took the mound in game two and sealed the deal for a depressing bus ride home. Evanich's impressive nightcap performance was only the latest in a superior freshman year at Wilkes. The freshman nursing major, who struck out 14 and allowed only two hits on Saturday, is currently batting .389 and has a team-leading 7 home runs. "The scary thing is that she will get even better over the next four years," said head coach Frank Matthews. Evanich's impressive stats don't end at the plate, however. Along with her teamleading .815 slugging percentage, the Conwell-Egan graduate has a . 1000 fielding percentage, a 1. 79 ERA at the mound, and 48 strikeouts. "She has really stepped it up a lot," said senior co-captain Jan Nunemacher. "She's definitely a huge part of our team." The freshman has been splitting her duties between pitcher and third base throughout the season, and excelling at both positions. "On her recruiting visit I mentioned that if she decides on Wilkes that I would like her to also play the comers to take full advantage of her hitting," said Matthews. "She liked hearing that and as a result decided to change her SUllliller team to get more work at the comers." The move to college softball was a large step for Evanich, but one that she handled well. "It was a different atmosphere," she said, "and being away from home was difficult." She soon adjusted, however, and the skills that Matthews noticed while recruiting began to stand out at the Division III level. "Four things stood out," said Matthews. "Her exceptionally quick hands when hitting, her power, an exceptional drop-curve when pitching ... her attitude." Her attitude is evident in the confidence she shows in her team. "I think that if we keep up with our pitching and our defense ... we ' re going to go all the way," said Evanich. "And I want to go all the way, because I want to win for our seniors." Her desire for victory is evident from the first warm-up throw to the final pitch. "Her pre-game was all-business, no laughing, giggling, talking to teammates, etc.," said Matthews. As the Lady Colonels' continue the march toward Freedom Conference, Evanich will continue to be a major force on the mound, at the plate, and along the third base line. Her lead-by-example style of leadership is a major boost to the Lady Colonels. "She's quiet, but I think her play says enough," said Nunemacher. Matthews agrees, "Sam is a perfect example of your leader by example. She is a very quiet person who wastes no time at all at practice, is always focused on what she is doing, and an incredibly hard worker." The BeaconfTodd Weibel Freshman pitcher/third baseman Samantha Evanrich delivers a pitch in a recent game at Artillery Park. Evanrich fanned 14 batters and allowed two hits in Saturdays game against DeSales. She is batting .389 and leads the team with seven home runs. WEEKEND RECAPS Men's tennis The Wilkes tennis team dropped a 5-2 decision to FDU-Florham on Saturday afternoon in Madison, NJ. The Colonels fell to 9-4 overall, and 2-2 in the conference after the match. Arvin Narula and John Lowe scored the two lone victories at the third and fourth singles positions. Softball The Lady Colonels swept visiting DeSales University during a doubleheader on Saturday afternoon. Laurie Agresti threw 11 strikeouts and allowed only one hit to get credit for the first 2-0 victory, and Samantha Evanich struck out 14 and allowed only two hits to snag a 5-0 victory in the nightcap. The Lady Colonels improve to 7-1 in the conference with the victory, and 11-9 overall. Baseball The results of the baseball doubleheader against DeSales University were not available at press time. The Colonels will complete their three-game series against the Bulldogs at home on Monday at 4 p.m. Women's Lacrosse Catherine Simone led Wilkes with three goals and one assist in the Colonels 18-6 loss to FDU-Florham Saturday afternoon. NUMBERS OF THE WEEK l e t. l 14 Punchouts that Samantha Evanrich amassed in Saturdays 5-0 victory over DeSales. 3&1 Three goals and one assist by Catherine Simone in Saturdays loss to FDU-Florham. 4 Home runs by sophomore Chris Mayerski to pace the MAC .447 Sophomore outfielder Kyle Follweiler s league leading batting average. ., �SQ9,[f 1 2 S , ~ - ~ ' - · - - ~ ~ - ~ ~ - - - - - - - - - - -20. Preview of the Week: Men's tennis finishing up season Mens squad plays Albright and Lycoming in final week of regular season BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Asst. Sports Editor It seems like the season just started for the men's tennis team. But believe it or not, the regular season will end this week as the young Wilkes team will play Albright in a final home match and then face Lycoming on Wednesday in their final Freedom Confer. ence match. The team enters its final week before playoffs with an overall 94 record after posting a 5-2 loss to Freedom Conference rival FDUFlorham on Saturday. This makes FDU the only unbeaten team in the Freedom Conference and places them in sole possession ·of first place. The Wilkes men are in third place with a conference mark of 22. With a win against Lycoming on Wednesday the Colonels have a guaranteed spot in the playoffs. The goal for the Colonels this week will be to have the two se- nior members of the team, John Lowe and Arvin Narula continue their great leadership. Lowe is ranked number one in the conference in the third seed position and Narula, who has an overall 10-1 record, is ranked 5th in the conference singles overall. Senior captain Arvin Narula said, "John Lowe did really good this year in terms of senior leadership and we had a really good recruiting year. Josh Gar:dner also had a really strong season as well." Similar to the women's tennis team, the remainder of the men's tennis team is extremely young. Out of its eleven players, six are freshman and two are sophomores, but by no means does this appear to have affected the team's performance. This will be the first time that the Colonels will face Albright in awhile and it has been nearly 13 months since they have had a match against Lycoming. In last year's match between the two teams, Wilkes came out with the victory beating the Warriors 6-1. It was the first Freedom Conference win for the Colonels last season and this year's match has the potential to be the Colonel's final conference win of this season. With the 9-0 win at the non-conference match against PSU Berks on Sunday afternoon the men's team improves to 10-4 overall and has a lot of positive energy going into the final few matches. "Lycoming has a lot of returning players this year so they are looking a lot stronger," stated men's tennis team head coach Chris Leicht. "We have two conference [including Lycoming and the rescheduled] games left and they are really important because the top four teams go to the playoffs." The match against Albright will take place at the Ralston Field complex Tuesday at 3 :30 p.m. and the team's final match against Lycoming will take place away on Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. I Monday(4/10) *Mock Interviews, HSC Ballroom - 3 p.m. *Men's baseball vs. DeSales - 4 p.m. *Women's health night, Evans Hall - 4 p.m. *IRHC's Annual Easter Egg Hunt, HSC 2nd floor -8p.m. *Men's baseball vs. Susquehanna - 4 p.m. *Women's lacross vs. Scranton - 4:15 p.m. *Men's baseball @ Delaware Valley - 3 :30 p.m. Friday(4/14) *Women's softball@Lycoming - 12 p.m. *Men's baseball vs. Delaware Valley - 1 p.m. *Reading Poetry Series, Barnes & Nobles Arena Hub Plaza - 7 p.m. Wednesday(4/12) *UPS jobs table, HSC lobby - 11 a.m. *Mock Interviews, Marts Center - 12 p.m. *Men's golf vs. MiseriTuesday(4/ll) cordia - 1 p.m. Saturday(4/15) *Pharmacy Fair, HSC *Men's tennis @ Lycom- *No events scheduled for ing - 3:30 p.m. Ballroom - 11 a.m. this day. *Women's softball @ *Holiday recess begins @ l0p.m. Sunday(4/16) Susquehanna - 3 p.m. *Men's tennis vs. Al*No events schedules-for Thursday(4/13) bright - 3:30 p.m. this day. The Beacon/Todd Wiebe! The men's tennis team, curently 9-4 overall and 2-2 in the conference, looks to end its season on a good note to prepare them for Freedom Conference Championships. Find this Picture on Campus and ... WIN CASH This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University's campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put "Campus Picture" as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $10 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. Congratulations to Darlene Pc!fanco, who correctly identified last week's picture of the art project hanging in Breiseth Hall. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 April 10th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 April 10 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/27da734579ceb33ab8b07d2bee3491cb.pdf c702db5015f349d14961c8958392efa7 PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA The THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW RtL 24, 2006 www.wilkesbeacon.com Volume 58 Issue 21 University officials confirDl rise in parking fees, tuition Officials table the paid laundry issue until next year iY NICK PODOLAK 'eacon Asst. Sports Editor That buzz you hear in the air is not the bees pollenating the spring owers. The buzz on campus over the past several weeks has been Jout money. Student Government (SG) held a meeting last Wednesday in the Miller lonference Room of the Henry Student Center to discuss plans for the 006-2007 fiscal year, including proposed charges for laundry service nd a six-percent hike in tuition. With the slam of his gavel, SG president Andrew Steinberg stated that e had talked with Vice President for Financial and Support Operations, cott Byers, who finalized the issues on laundry and tuition. The plan ) charge students for laundry was met with vocal outcry at the previous 1eeting, and university officials determined they would not charge for 1ext year. However, he noted that officials promised that they will revisit the ,sue of students paying for the services next year. "The laundry is not . dead issue," Steinberg said. "We are going to form a committee next rear hoping to allow up to three washes per week in the near future," 1e said. However, the most hotly debated topic of the evening dealt with the esults of a recent parking committee meeting, which planned a restrucuring of the current parking system and a rate increase across the board 'or parking in general. The whole parking program was rumored to be restructured into a wo-tiered system that would provide for reserved parking, something See OFFICIALS page 2 The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski University officials, Chris Bailey, Justin Kraynack, and Jerry Reho, attended the Student Government meeting on Wednesday, April 19 to discuss the tuition increase that will take effect in the fall and the proposed parking increase and changes. Students take to the streets to protest fee hikes BY VICTORIA WHITE Beacon News Editor While the Board of Trustees held its annual spring meeting on the second floor of the Henry Student Center, a handful of Wilkes students gathered outside of the building on both sides of South Street to protest the six-percent tuition increase and proposed hikes in parking rates last Friday, April 21. With large signs, screaming protesters and vehicles honking, that part of campus was a congested, noisy place to be. George Wasef, freshman prepharmacy major and the organizer of the protest said, "We are out here because the six-percent tuition increase seems to be too much too fast since salary is only going up four-percent." The protest went on for several hours while the board of trustees met to discuss the University's budget and other proposed changes. Stephanie Langner, freshman pre-pharmacy major said she was protesting, "Because they are trying to increase too many prices, too much all at once, and they ex- pect us to be able to pay it. We need to show them how we feel and unless we show them that we don't like it, they are never going to know." The protest challenged issues that had been discussed at Student Government meetings in the past several weeks including tuition and parking increases. Wasef said, "Parking at Ralston for $40 is too much since we only need it to take the car out on the weekend. Since taking out parking on campus they are making us pay $120 to park two blocks from classes and the reserved parking for $240 is a little too much." · Another large point in the protest was that tuition is increasing, See PROTEST page 2 In This Issue. .. Your Voices Pages 7 & 8 <Bi{{y P{ynn <Page 11 ThH\tlfliim ·j\;iA Index News ................................ 1-5 Opinion ............................. 6-8 Features ......................... 9-11 Arts & Entertainment.. .. 12-15 Sports ........................... 16-20 �NEWS APRIL 24, -2006 otherwise be usable." "We're going to keep the system the way it is right now where we have residents, commuters, faculty and staff combined," he said. However, those in need of a permanent space need not worry, because Barnum lot, located behind the Marts Gymnasium and Human Resources Center, will be transformed into a reserved-only lot which will be divided by 33 percent to each respective group 2 E-mentoring Public Safety Campus Apathy SG Notes Adventures in Science of students (commuter, residents, and faculty/staff). "They will be charged a premium," Bailey said. "And we will only be selling up to 90 percent of that lot to make sure there's always space available." The price will be double the normal rate for parking. Second, an on-campus parking permit is likely to jump from its current price of $80 to $120 per semester, and commuters can now expect to dish out $40 a semester for a Ralston Field pass instead of the current $15. The planned cost increases led to a student protest Friday afternoon outside of the Henry Student Center where students screamed and held up signs as the Wilkes University Board of Trustees met to discuss the budget on the second floor [see tory "Students take to the streets to protest" for further details]. Frantz discussed the fact that protest. Some members of SG and many of the issues presented at other members of the student body from FRONT PAGE the protest had been discussed in · made signs and began a counter but staff positions have been, or the recent SG meetings and said, protest, in favor of the upcoming will be, eliminated. Protesters "Over the past years it has been a changes. Andrew Steinberg, SG president had signs against the in.creases, practice to dedicate the better part pins that they had made and were of an SG meeting to the upcoming said, "I think it [the protest] could handing out and a petition for changes in budget and practices. _have been absolutely avoided had other students who supported the · We [the administration] probably they attended the meetings, because to sign. Some signs read, should make sure that the whole cause their questions and concerns "Mommy's already broke," and student body knows about when would have been answered." Steinberg joined several other "Have great fear...tuition increase the administration will be at SG and that those meetings are open students in the counter protest is near." Mike Frantz, vice president of to everyone. Knowing that stu- with signs that read "Improveenrollment and marketing said, "I dent government meetings are ments cost money" and "I want fully respect their right to protest, open to all students is one way, but my university to be better." Steinberg said, "The real main in that sense, I have only an af- we are open to any ways that we firming response to their right to can better communicate with stu- reason that I felt the other side protest. I wish that they had come dents. We have held open forums needed to be represented was beto me or any of my colleagues and with faculty and staff and maybe cause none of the protesters, with asked a question. We would have we should do those for students if the exception of a few SG membeen happy to meet with them and they think that would be helpful." bers, were present at any of the Several hours into the protest, a meetings with the administration. share the facts to make sure that group of students formed a counter Most of the issues being protested they are fully understood." were discussed at those meetings. It was also talked about how parking was agreed upon three years ago in SG, and the fact that the university has a master plan and a need to stay consistent with it." Jerry Rebo, manager of campus support services, observed much OFFICIALS from FRONT PAGE that students have literally begged for in the past. But Director of Campus Support Services Christopher Bailey put an end to the rumors, stating that the school "will not go to a two-tiered system, mainly because resident vehicles would be sitting there all week taking up space that would PROTEST was to help support the parking program," said Bailey. "We have certain areas we need to asphalt every year. The shuttle is paid for by the parking program, and we actually finance one public safety officer though the parking program and we feel we need to bring another daytime officer on shift," he said. of the protest and said, "I think that everybody has a right to express their views and everybody has different ways to go about it. A protest, that's part of the American way and we all accept it as part of campus." Serving the community through fair and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers_ Editorial Staff Editor-in-Chief: Kristin Kile Email: wilkesbeacon@gmail.com. News Editor: Victoria White Email: beaconnewsline@gmail.com Op/Ed Editor: Curran Dobson Email: thebeacon.oped@gmail.com Features Editor: Sarah Herbert Email: thebeaconfeatures@gmail.com A&E Editor: Donna Talarico Email: thebeaconae@gmail.com Sports Editor: Ryan Dippre Email: beaconsports@gmail.com Photo Editor: Nick Zmijewski Advertising Managers: Jamie Babbitt Kristyn Ostman Email: thebeacon.ads@gmail.com Advisor: Dr. Andrea Breemer Frantz ■ ■ The BeaconMctoria White "The basic premise of why we felt we needed to [increase costs] BEACON ■ Students protested the tuition and parking increases outside of the Henry Student Center on Friday, April 21 while the Board of Trustees was meeting on the second floor discussing the budget. 3 3 4 4 5 Established in 1936 PA Newspaper Association Member Printed on Mondays during the academic school year. Box 111, Wilkes University 192 South Franklin Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �APRIL 24, 2006 NEWS 3 E-mentoring program to start support system early for freshmen "'" BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon Asst. News Editor This fall, incoming freshmen will already know how to get to the fourth floor of Stark and which electives are the best to take, and it is because they will have already developed a relationship with an upperclassman at the university. This relationship will be forged through the e-mentoring program, a new peer-to-peer mentoring program that was recommended by the mentoring student subcommittee and will begin in May. According to Philip Ruthkosky, one of_the overseers of the program and a member of the subcommittee, every incoming freshman will be paired with an e-mentor who may be in the same major. These mentors will participate in face to face and electronic interaction with the freshmen throughout the summer, during orientation and throughout the school year, and will also act as orientation leaders. Sharon Castano, another member of the mentoring student subcommittee, said that out of90 applicants, only 60 were chosen, although she added that most of the applicants were outstanding students and that the decision was not easy. The selected mentors will be required to interact with the high school students in order to provide them with some comfort in the transitional period between high school and college. Ruthkosky said, "The transition from high school to college can be challenging and often presents a difficult blend of academic, social and cultural challenges." The aim of the e-mentoring program will be to make this transition to college life a little easier. When the program begins m May, each mentor will make contact with the prospective freshmen, and the participants will meet in person at the summer orientation. Following orientation, there will be a website designed for the freshmen that will allow them access to a number of different resources. "The electronic mentoring will begin on the Freshman Network, which 1s an online mentoring community that was designed exclusively for freshmen. In addition to having a note system that allows for confidential communications between students and their e-mentors, the Freshman Network will also offer a wide array of resources for freshmen such as message boards, academic support resources and tips from e-mentors alleviate any of that stress by anon common first year issues such swering any concerns the new stuas time management, roommate dents may have, or even just berelations, values exploration and ing there as a new friend. I think much more," Ruthkosky said. that my first year would have been The students who have been much easier if I had a mentor to chosen to become e-mentors are look to for advice," she said. academic and social leaders who, Ruthkosky added, "One of the according to Ruthkosky, are "eager biggest challenges of mentor proto provide support and encourage- grams that I have been associment and make a positive impact ated with in the past is the lack of on the development of incoming availability of the mentor, which freshmen." He believes this will be can lead to frustration. One of the beneficial for the incoming fresh- great advantages of this e-menmen, who will be able to ease into tor program is that whenever a the college lifestyle with the aid of student has a question or needs their mentors. advice, they can log on to their Ashley Arcuri, junior account- computer and know that a stuing major, agreed that the program dent leader with a genuine interest will be a great help for the under- in their success is only a "click" classmen. "Freshman year can be away. All they have to do is send very stressful and overwhelming. their e-mentor a message and they I believe that a mentor can help .will receive a timely response." Public Safety vehicle involved in one-car collision A Protesting Flashback side front wheel, snapped the axle, and dented the quarter panel, fender and door." The accident is being viewed The familiar bright yellow Pubas just an accident with emphasis lic Safety SUV has been conbeing put on the fact that it was a spicuously absent from its normal one-car accident and that no one downtown parking spot in front was hurt during it. Reho said, of the Main Street Park and Lock "The bright side of it, though, is over the past week. The reason? that no one was injured so that's The Public Safety vehicle was always a plus." involved in a one-car accident on According to Reho the investiAcademy Street. Jerry Reho, mangation is on going into the acciager of campus support services dent because Public Safety is onconfirmed, "It happened around going Reho said, "It's under investigation, we have to wait for the police report to come back and read that and there was a supervisor on that night and he did a report and the officer did one following the accident. Then we get together and go over all of the facts and decide." Bailey said, "As for the employee, I cannot comment on any specifics due to the confidential nature of personnel issues except The Beacon/Kristin Kile ~say they are still The Public Safety SUV was damaged during the accident on April 21 at 4:00 a.m. mployed with the when a driver lost control and struck a tree. ·versity." BYVICTORIA WHITE Beacon News Editor vear. com 5:45 a.m. on Saturday morning, the 15th." Christopher Bailey, Director of Campus Support services said, "He drifted too far right and struck the curb, lost control and hit a tree on the right front side. The front right wheel was basically tom off the vehicle and the front end was damaged." The damage to the yellow vehicle was semi-extensive, but not enough to total out the vehicle. Rebo said, "He damaged the right Courtesy of Donna Talarico In the fall of 1996, almost 10 years ago, a similar protest to the one on Friday, April 21 occurred outside of the Darte Center. In 1996, students gathered at the Bell Tower in the Greenway and marched over to the Darte Center as part of the protest, where a Board of Trustees meeting was being held. The Board of Trustees invited the protesters in and answered questions and allowed students to voice their concerns to the entire board. Although it was a valiant effort on the part of the protesters, the tuition increase was voted on and passed in 1996, as it will also be in 2006. �~- -- 4 - - . NEWS APRIL -- 24, 2006 Low event attendance due to ca01pus apathy? possible, the next time a cultural musical group comes to campus, the sponsoring program do a teaser in the cafeteria or student center. "Teasers can really help. [Perfomers] can do a small snippet, or a roving type show. Students may say, 'Oh, that is cool. Yeah, I'll check it out.' That has worked for some of the programming board performers," she suggested. Dawson suggested something a little more subtle. "[Apathy] is a difficult problem. There are well attended cultural events. We Inight look at what brings people in, capitalize on that and sneak in cultural awareness when they least expect it," he said. Parker-Lloyd says that she has been collaborating with academic departments on events, such as with the English department when bringing in a poet, which she says helps attract more people. She also says students should take more ownership of events they plan. "I notice here if students are planning an event, they may tell five friends about it, but they won't tell everyone," she said, adding that schools she has visited, she's witnessed student event planners the day of standing at a busy spot on campus rallying for their event, passing out small fliers to all who walk by. Waldorf, Parker-Lloyd and Allen mentioned a semester-long incentive program that other campuses have in place. Waldorf explained that SG president Andrew Steinberg came back from a national conference with an idea-- for each campus-sanctioned event attended, students get a token. At the end of the semester, all those tokens are traded in for a raffle ticket for a major grand prize, such as a cruise. Parker-Lloyd heard of a similar program where tokens could be redeemed for school apparel. Allen agreed, but with caution. "[We'd want] people to go to pay attention to the events and enjoy them, not just go for the token," he said. He added that campus events sponsored by the larger organizations are tracked for participation and cost, but this could help smaller groups get a better handle on what events work. But sometimes, it all boils down taking advantage of your tuition dollars. "It's really your money," said Parker-Lloyd. "This is the only time in your life you'll get anything for free! I'd like to see more students involved on both ends, planning events and attending." BY DONNA TALARICO Beacon A&E Editor bnagine spending $2,500 to bring a group to campus for a workshop and performance and publicizing the event with passion and enthusiasm only to have a Darte Center hall filled with eight people. In March, the Wilkes University Office of Diversity donated $2,500 to the music department to bring in an acclaimed classical Indian music group for a cultural, educational and entertaining experience. Only six guests and two music professors, including Phil Simon, attended the event. The low turnout was alarming and embarrassing to Simon. He and other event planners on campus say there may be a case of apathy at Wilkes-- and want to change it. "It's a campus-wide problem and one we all have to find a solution for. We're all trying to build audiences," said Simon. "The student body needs to know we are concerned." Dean of Student Affairs and advisor to Student Government (SG) Mark·Allen understands Simon's concern. "When an event fails, one that was planned by students or where an outside group was brought in, you don't want to be embarrased by low attendance," he said. However, based on experience from his 20 years on the Wilkes campus he observed, "Overall, participation and involvement is very, very strong. We need to focus on the pockets that aren't so strong and fix them." He added that these pockets include cultural and multucultural events. Staff and faculty credit several reasons for low attendance. "We have a fairly large c0mmuter base. When students leave for the day, it is very hard to get them to come back," said Simon, adding that gas prices can contribute, too. But he also noted that the larger problem is just "plain, old apathy." And, as obvious as this may sound, college students are busy. Allen acknowledged that the extracurriculars compete with academics, internships and work. Joe Dawson, chair of the visual and perfoming arts department agreed. "They're busy and it's easy for students to fall into the trap of believing that education is what happens only in the classroom. They don't truly believe performances can change the way they think about the world so they don't make time to go to cultural events," said Dawson. Mary Waldorf, student development coordinator and staff advisor to programming board said that students seem interested in new things, major concerts and events that "pay off." "People seem to need more of a reason to go out than just to be entertained for a night," she said, adding that some of the most successful events sponsored by Programming Board, SG and student development are those that have prizes--like cash or trips to New York City. However, when that incentive is missing, it seems so are the masses. Waldorf gave an example of a novelty event brought in by programming board, extreme jugglers Team Rootberry. Beacon Archives At a recent Battle of the Bands event, the attendance was low and many around campus think that it may be due to campus apathy while others chalk up the low attendance to event planning and promoting. She said the people who attended the event loved it, but added that a senior event at Chacko's with drink specials and prizes was held the same night and was highly attended. Waldorf also mentioned that a Chinese acrobat event didn't fare too well. Ann Loyek, cooridnator for community service, noted that many activities she has a hand in planning see a good turn-out, like alternative spring break and especially those helping children. Others, however, like a recent blood drive, did not meet its goal. "We 're always asking questions and assessing both the needs and interests of the students," she explained. "So many factors are involved with running any successful event, and sometimes there are numerous and clear reasons why attendance was low, sometimes we never know why attendance was low. If the event was expensive, I believe that reflects the coordinators' and advisors' faith in its value. But we always learn something when we take the chance to offer something new, and that's never a failure." According to Loyek, intellectual, social justice, activist-type activities are less popular. "One guess is that they're viewed as a 'program', and after sitting in classes, that may not be appealing," said Loyek. Andita Parker-Lloyd, advisor to the Multicultural Student Coalition said that while the recent fashion show had a nice turn-out, November's Multicultural Awareness Week saw lower numbers than years past. She says the events were well advertised, offered at good times and there were no conflicting events. ".. .I can't attribute [low attendance] to anything," she said, leading to the fact that it could be, as Simon said, apathy. Parker-Lloyd also added that misconception of cultural events could be keeping people away. "For diversity related events, some students who are not underrepresented for some reason won't feel they will enjoy the event, learn anything or aren't welcome, and that is not the case," said Parker-Lloyd. "~ey are ~or everybody.". Dawson feels what 1s perceived as entertamment is something that can be changed through the college experience. "A university has a responsibility to .educa~e students and the co~unity_by b~oadenmg therr exposure and expanding therr notio~ of what ~ntertainment is. We should try to gam populanty with cultural events that are nontradition~l even if they fail the first time - learn from our rrustakes and try harder next time. Some day it will work," he said. Dawson added that major music and theater productions are usually well attended, as cast and crew can always count on the support of friends and family. So, what can be done about attendance? Sometimes incentives work, as does the chance to participate, such as with a hypnotist or mind reader. But, as Waldorf said, those things can't be offered at all campus events or afforded by all clubs an_d department sponsors. Waldorf suggested that 1f 01ent Notes Student April 19 Meeting -Christopher sues related to -Delta Epsilo -Choral clu -S.I.F.E: ap -Diabetes that will be don donate $500, Josh -The second rea on. SG members v -Block P will be held A to the amoun made a motion t d 28-2-1. / ~i 1 ,, . y . { . .... . . ; . . . 1 I I ( I �APRIL 24, 2006 NEWS 5 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGYt----------- AdventureS in Science draws fifth graders into world of mystery Middle school and college students spend a day in the world of Science BY JOSEPH DEANGELIS Beacon Staff Writer It's really a toss up at this point as to what lab will be the most popular. Watching gummy bears explode in order to demonstrate ~ow energy is released might take the cake at this years' Adventures in Science. But a rival lab called "Brain Busters" could give the aforementioned "And a Gummy Bear Bites the Dust" a run for its money. "We're going to show them a little bit about neuroscience," said Dr. Ed Schicatano, an associate professor of psychology. Schicatano's lab is just one of ten labs this year in Adventures in Science, a day long event taking place on April 28 where fifth grade students come on to the Wilkes campus to conduct science labs. This year, approximately 250 studentey will come from the Pittston area, the largest number of students yet. In the lab, the students will be able to slice open a human brain on a computer to show I think that if you let the kids see the fun aspect of different types of science, you can kind of broaden their horizons. Sara Ryder, junior biology major them the anatomy of the brain, such as the parts for memory, language and behavior. The second part of the lab will be all about sensation and perception. "It's their first exposure to the field of neuroscience," Schicatano said. "If you're going to understand how your body works, your bones and muscles, it's also important to understand how the brain works and how the brain makes us who we are." "I think that will be a really neat lab for the kids," said Sara Ryder, a junior biology major who is coordinating the event. This year, as with every year, Debbie Chapman, instructor of biology, and her student volunteers want to show their guests that science has a lot more to it than what it seems. "One thing [the students] are going to get is that science takes a lot of different aspects," Chapman said. "They're going to see how difficult it is." But there's a reason these scientists use gummy bears and other hands-on, familiar tools for Advemtures in Science. "I think that if you let the kids see the fun aspect of different types of science, you can kind of broaden (1101 their horizons," said Ryder. "And the kids always seem to have fun with the day." For Chapman, however, the day is more about how the Wilkes students interact with the possible future generation of scientists. "To watch our students interact with their students is absolutely incredible," Chapman said. "It's so heartwarming." Chapman's favorite lab still is the gummy bear lab. She says that the energy of the students in undeniable. "The energy these children have is contagious," Chapman said of her experiences of seeing the students' faces as the gummy bears suffer a cruel death. Other labs will include students learning how to clean up an oil spill, a lab that has the students examining arthropods, a forensics lab, a physics lab, a geology lab, a lab where the students look at DNA, a ~keleton identification lab and the classic Gak lab, a favorite among students throughout the years. �DR!r£{<26n 6 .. ~~~~~- Your Voices: Donkey Bball 7 Your Voices: Senior Salute 8 University Atmosphere 8 Duke University has obligation to protect Beacon Poll student rights over athlete privileges Results BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD Last Tuesday, April 18, two Duke University lacrosse players were arrested and charged with the rape of a black female exotic dal).cer at a party last month. Investigators anticipate one more arrest in conjunction with the alleged crime. In addition to the rape charges, one of the players wrote a horrific e-mail the night of the alleged attack in which he detailed plans to invite more strippers over and )cill them the following night. Due to the accusations and e- mail message, Duke University officials made the decision to permanently suspend the lacrosse team from playing at all this season. It comes as a crushing blow for the team, as they were ranked second in the nation and expected to have a successful season. This case naturally brings to light questions about the fairness of the actions of the university towards those players not indicted and charged with the crime. Technically, the entire team faces the repurcussions of these charges, although only three players have been accused by the victim. For those players who were not in- volved, this scandal will have a negative impact on their athletic careers. Additionally, they are being subjected to unwanted, negative attention and asked to comply with DNA tests to exonerate themselves. According to an April 20 MSNBC.com article, a Duke University lacrosse player that attempted to transfer to Syracuse, a school that had recruited him as an athlete prior to his decision to attend Duke, was denied admission to the school. Syracuse's athletic director cited the school's acceptance of Duke lacrosse players as "inappropriate given the situation." Nickle for Your Thoughts By Jason Nickle & 1Y ·~ Clearly, the Duke lacrosse players are facing negative backlash across the country, and the elephant in the room is that this is not only an allegation ofrape, but also an attack on the poor, black society by rich, white men. Regardless of the outcome for the players, it is the responsibility of Duke University to require proper conduct by both its students and athletes. Playing a sport for a university is not a right but a privilege. This privilege may be--indeed, should be--taken away if student athletes don't meet the requirements and goals of the institution. As is dictated in Duke University's athletic policy, the University strives for "commitment to the physical and emotional well-being, and social development of student athletes as well as to the development of their sense of citizenship, dedication to sportsmanship and fair play, the development of individual and team skills, the exertion of best effort, the will to win, and general conduct that brings credit to the University and is a source of pride and enthusiasm for all members of the Duke community." The allegations of rape against three of the players do p.ot reflect any of the goals the Duke community has for its student athletes. The University must take action accordingly to punish behavior that deviates from their expectations. As in many cases of rape, this case comes down to the word of the perpetrator( s) against the word of the victim. And, unfortunately, no one will ever know for sure what happened at that party, besides the victim and the perpetrators. Nonetheless, steps must be taken by the University to show where it stands on tolerance of alleged behavior such as rape. The privileges of an elite few men on a lacrosse team must be sacrificed in the search for truth to protect the rights of present and future victims. The following are results of a poll that The Beacon conducted online this past week. The poll was unscientific, and does not claim to reflect the overall attitudes of students on campus. Results are based on 43 responses. The Beacon asked: Which dorm on campus would you most like to live in? • Evans -10% University Towers -42% Barre- 2% Rifkin- 9% University Commons-0% Henry Northampton - 2% Henry Ross Street - 0% Sturdevant-~ 2% Waller North/South- 7% • Other - 26% . . . . . . . . Next Week's Poll Question: Which celebrity would be the worst date? Courtney Love • Carrot Top Gilbert Gottfried Janet Reno • Anna Nicole Smith Paris Hilton Marilyn Manson Bill O'Reilly • Danny Bonaduce Other . . . . . . . ~ Visit www.wilkesbeacon. com to cast your vote. Results will be published in next week's issue of The Beacon. �APRIL 24, 2006 ....---------1 OPINION YOUR VOICES 7 Donkey ba ket all contin·ues to spark debate and discussion 'Student Response: Protesters serve to Alumnus response: Protesters should give equistrian club publicity volunteer their time Dear Editor: As a Wilkes alum, I was unaware of the donkey situation until recently. I am glad to see that students at Wilkes are willing and able to make their voices heard and their opinions known. However, I was concerned about their claims that donkey basketball was harmful to animals. Personally, I love animals. I have always considered myself someone who is concerned with the treatment of animals. Because of this, I have. taken action to ensure the safety of animals. Obviously, I cannot do it all and save every ani:ma:l, but! can take small steps toward a larger goal. This is what I feel the protestex-s missed. Protesting a.bout animal rights isn't really going to do much except make people angcy and cause controversy, which they did well on campus. Each person has to do what they can to ensure that the animals around them are well taken care of. How can one achieve this? It is really quite simple. l have achieved these small steps by rescuing animals; such as my 1 year 7 month old border collie, Casey, from a shelter: She was an abused dog that was left for dead. We took her home and nursed her back.to'health, We also took in another dog, .five month old Lola, a mountain cur, from a ,family that could not care for her and her brothers an,d sisters. By takin these steps, I have ensured that at least o dogs will be well taken care of. Also, whenever I see someone hit their dog, use a muzzle or a choke collar, or in any other way malnourish or mistreat their animal, I say something. I don't hold a sign in protest, I tell them that they are harming their animal. It may seem like a small thing to do, but if everyone does their part, we can ensure the safety of all animals. Furthennore, the use of animals for recreation does not seem cruel to me. When 1 thr<>w the football for Casey and she chases it, . i$ that considered cruel? When Lola,;,and 1 play Frisbee in the back yard, is that cruel? When my brother and I run in the yard and letJhe dogs chase us, are we somehow harming them? I wrestle with my dogs; yes wlren I get oqthefloor and ;restle with Casey and Lol~ sometimes I am on top of them. ls this cruelty? Can an animal actually consent to anything? By this logic, is even owning a pet friendly to animals because they haven't had their say? I am sure. Casey and Lola, and most other animals for that matter, would prefer to be free, but llistead they are pets. How do we know w~ our animals really want? All we can d is treat them to the best of our abilities, So to t:lie protest~rs I say, take off ., the s;.gn$ ~4 do something. Rescue a dog from a s~e:l~. Volunteer your time. Meagan Brown 200() Graduate has become so public. The Beacon has done aboµt a student who had allegedly dropped a splendid job of balanced reporting on this out of the game because she was worried story, and I'd like to add another piece to about her grade in bet course, with a the debate: the worst we can do in situations professor who was prote$t:ing the, ev¢nt. I like.this,' where opinions are so deeply held was saddened. As educat0TS, y./i are here and passfonate, is to stereotype and belittle to facilitate, not indoctrinate; And we do each other. _ _ _ influence our students with our personal The saddest scene I witnessed on the 6mses, yes. It's unavoidable, and it's ok, sidewalk that Sunday was the upper-level and · we discuss this issue in my courses, phannacy student with his own sandwich at every level, often. I would hate to have board saying, "Don't be an ass-don't be a•class full of students who nodded their a protester." That, to me, is everything beads and hearts' to everything I said. Wilkes, and education itself, works against. Spirited discussions are the labor pains of To stay silent when we disagx-ee is to be thought. As educators, I hope the majority complacent, and refusal to act when we ofus at Wilkes are incox-porating this gadfly know we should, as Ghandi says, allows evil approach. to rule the world. I think "evil," in this case, When I was ejghteen years old, I stormed has to do with not thinking things through. the st~e capitol building of Oklahoma Nonviolent protest can inform that which with hundreds of other Southern Baptists would otherwise be hidden or overlooked. I against abortion rights. Over time, my will add that, for me, that word "nonviolent" views changed-and I had to leave that implies kindness at every level, notjust the church because I questioned its actions. lack of a fistfight. · On this issue of asses at Wilkes, may we A Beacon reporter asked me what I think all give each other conversation and then room to think. It's that balance of reliable information and gracious relationships that are the answer to-not to put too fine a poin on it-everything. l wish Beacon reporters could have bee there when a student from my freshman composition class stopped on her way int the ~asium to say hello. She look] meiri the eye, sandwich boards and all, an smiled. We spoke for a few minutes about the weather and her supporting her friends in the game. She's a good student, and she knows she has the freedom in this academyat least regarding my courses-to act as she sees fit. How do we change the world and decrease suffering? Through ,relationships. When I think of that Sunday afternoon protest, I think of my friend Kasey, my student Jessica, and how we'll continue together even if we disagree. Dear Editor: It may appear that the dust has settled and that evecything is said and done as far as the donkey basketball is concerned, but it is not. I hope to see this become an annual activity here at Wilkes and feel that it did a great job of giving the equestrian club a little publicity. I especially liked the protesters outside with their signs and slogans which ended up being oh so hypocritical. The best thing that I noticed was on the front page of The Beacon where Dr. Harrington himself had his dog strung up on a leash with a sign on its back. This was highly amusing since they were proclaiming that the donkeys were being forced to do things that they would not nonnally do. However, the greatest example of the duality and sheer hypocrisy of this group stems from the fact that Dr. Harrington's dog is wearing what is commonly called a "choker chain" which cinches up and pulls on the fur and neck of the animal, in essence choking them, to help the owner restrain the animal when it fries to pull on the leash. Another great example was people that had signs saying that people should support REASON in a reasonable matter. The amount of time that people spent creating signs and protesting co'illd have been better spent donated to volunteering at an animal shelter. Finally, I feel that faculty's response to students being worried about their grades laughable. The faculty that I noticed there all taught very subjectively graded courses and as a student I too would have been worried about my grade in such a class, especially one in which a core reading of the course is a book on animal cruelty. I am not saying that teachers would actually stoop to this level, but I can see the response from students who do not know their professors well. I personally had one of the protesting faculty as a professor and have a great deal of respect for her. I hope to see this event here at Wilkes again, and welcome any protestors who will serve to give a small club a great deal of pubijcity. Seth Barnetsky P3 Pharmacy Major ------------.....----------------------1 Facuity response.: Relationships have power to change the woi:Id Dear Editor: I'm one of the faculty membets that ore "Donkeys Deserve Better., signs as a sandwich board over my head a couple of Sundays ago. I took my twelve-yearold friend Kasey, who said that donkey basketball sounded, to her, ''just stupid.1' On the way over, Kasey, bmmcing up and liown, told me she's going to the Shrine Circus. When we :reached the sidewalk in front of the Marts Center, Kasey saw another protester there who had a sign exposing animal abuse in the circus. I still remember her face falling: "The circus, too?" I explained to her that people are conceOJed over how animals areflreated in the circ~s. · ut that doesn't mean she shouldn't go this ear. She can just take that new information and do with it what she thinks best. Alicia Cain is one of the top 3 studentsout of almost 2000 in 16 years4hat I've had in a course. We differ on the issue. of donkeys and basketbaD, but I think no less of her. I'm excitedjbm · do~y issu Mischelle Anthony Assistant Professor of English �APRIL 24, 2006 OPINION 8 YOUR VOICES Senior Salute not just a single stop Dear editor: I am a graduating senior and this week I went through the Senior Salute process. I must admit I was very displeased with the event. The concept of the event is to allow seniors to go to one place and be able to fill out all of their exit information, pretty much check in with a lot of the offices on campus and make sure that they are ready to graduate. Going into the event seniors were not notified that all of their library books needed to be turned in in order for their senior graduation clearance to go through. Due to the fact that I am an English major, who has papers due up to May 4, I still have library books signed out. Due to this rather minor issue, my paperwork at the student loan and financial management offices could not be taken care of. Instead of passing me through their table and placing less emphasis on the library books that I have out for academic purposes, I now must worry about making sure my books are back so that the library will be able to sign my paper so that I can take it to Passan Hall before May 5 or else, as they told me, "We will not be able to guarantee your diploma." As a senior who is stressed out enough about the final ·weeks of classes and getting my papers and assignments done, I find it a bit disturbing that a couple of not-yet due library books are keeping me from finishing my paperwork, while other students whose financial status still shows unpaid balances are waived through the table because they promised to fill out scholarship paperwork. I also find that process a bit unnerving considering that even if students Courtesy www.lili.org do not currently have library books out, they can still go and get books out and it will not affect their diploma status. I felt the need to share my concern over the library table being a part of Senior Salute as it may provide hang-ups for other students as well. Considering that the emphasis behind holding the event is to allow for greater efficiency for seniors, and considering the recent campus-wide push towards efficiency with releasing staff members, I find it difficult to handle that an event meant for efficiency is causing greater hang-ups due to one table: the library table. My solution to the issue is to either remove the library table, seeing as afterwards students can still check out books without any hassles, or to allow for waiving of the library table when the books are not-yet due. Concerned about efficiency, Victoria White Senior Communications Studies and English major niversity at01osphere an integral part of students' lives BY AMANDA MCMAHON Beacon Staff Writer Sitting in the Henry Student Center eating lunch a few hours before the deadline for this week's article was due I was panicking. I had been asking friends all week, "What should I write about?" Most of them were feeling quite similar to me; tired from writing papers and running on high anxiety knowing that finals are just around the comer. The most popular choice of topics addressed the overwhelming number of last minute projects and tests that the fourteenth and :fifteenth weeks of the semester bring along with experiencing "senioritis" (and, interestingly enough, most of those who made the senioritis suggestion were not even seniors). I have to admit, those topics sounded pretty tempting, especially considering that I was going to be committing my life to a computer for the next two weeks, while Mother Nature was finally giving way to spring's warmth. But my friends and I weren't the only ones itching to finally break from the classroom. Even my professors had begun to buckle, some of them losing patience as the semester was Even if you happen to be a senior who won't be returning in the fall I can't help but think that the people who make Wilkes what it is will forever be a part of who you are and who you will become. losing time, and one even, understandably, forgot a book needed for class. But despite everyone's end-of-semester-fatigue, including my own, I realized something: the university, no matter how much we may want to disown it, has become an integral part of our lives. If you ever happen to visit Wilkes during the late part of July, it is a pretty lonely place. No one is there to throw around a football on the greenway or (as much as I am against it) contribute to the cloud of smoke that lingers along the steps of Kirby Hall throughout the fall and spring semesters. The lunch sandwich maker lady isn't there to mess up anyone's tuna sandwich on wheat and the public safety guys aren't hanging around their usual "break" area in Stark. The smelly library's books can't be signed out--not that they necessarily get signed out during the school months--and the fire escape doors of Chesapeake and Delaware can't be continuously propped open. Furthermore, no one is playing pool in the Henry Student Center or waiting on the couches to meet up with friends for lunch all at the strike of noon. The campus just isn't the same without us. Perhaps more importantly, though, we aren't the same without it. While this summer at Wilkes is promised to be rather different, with renovations and construction planned to take place throughout the greater part of campus, it still won't be the same without the familiar faces all there doing what they do because it is what they do, even if it is complaining about all of the work or taking a shot ( or two, or three) when they should be studying for the following day's test. Even if you happen to be a senior who won't be returning in the fall I can't help but think that the people who make Wilkes what it is will forever be a part of who you are and who you will become. Hopefully these people will be a part of your lives in an even grander way than you would expect, enough so that one day perhaps you may even look up the meaning of a word you don't know the definition of and finally get what Dr. C was trying to get you to discover all along. In this way we don't pay to attend a university, we pay to let our beings become part of a university that, in turn, becomes part of us. While it may prove quite difficult to clear our heads from the seemingly endless lectures all a part of the rigorous semester that put our sanity to the test time after time, I have belief in all of our abiliff'es to rise to the challenges that the next few weeks has to offer, finish the year with all we have left in ourselves, and eagerly return to Wilkes in the fall of 2006, even if in heart, ready to do it all over again. �FEATURES APRIL 24? 2006 ~~ -~ Off Campus advice IRHC Egg Hunt Billy Flynn 10 10 11 ----~~~~~~ 9 One stop shop: Senior Salute kicks off senior activities dent and faculty member who will serve as greeter during commencement. The Senior Salute also allows some students a chance to bid farewell to many of the departments and services available at Wilkes. Some of the departments students have to check in with include the library, financial aid, and the registrar. Other departments represented at the Senior Salute include Career Services, the Alumni Association, and Student Affairs. Carol Bosack-Kosek, Director of Career Services, said, "It's a real mix this year, who have resumes and who don't. This (Senior Salute] gets students to touch base on these issues." King has been involved with the Senior Salut~ since the beginning of the one stop shop environment. "Student Affairs has a dinner dance. Students can pick up their cap and gown, and contribute to the alumni association for the senior class gift," she said. The Senior Salute also offers a social atmosphere for students and faculty. "It's fun for faculty at the tables because you get to see all of the students and have opportunities to catch up with students you haven't seen since they were freshmen. It's a good kick off to commencement month," said King. Other staff memebers involved in the Senior Salute enjoy the social atmosphere. Bosack-Kosek said, "I get to see people I haven't seen in a while. The undeclared students as freshmen now have so many activities. I can't believe how far they've come in four years. It's nice to see the seniors getting together." BY SARAH DOMAN Beacon Staff Writer These days most people like things fast. Fast food, fast results, fast Internet, and fast check out lines. And in keeping with the times, for graduating seniors the Senior Salute offered students a quick way to "check out" of Wilkes University last week. The Senior Salute is the first event to kick off the list of graduation activities for seniors. This year the Senior Salute was held on Tuesday, April 18 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and again on Wednesday, April 19 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Henry Student Center Grand Ballroom. For seniors the process required registering at the door and visiting each department table to sign off on a check out sheet. And students completed the required senior checkout in one stop. Barbara King, AssoThe Beacon/Kristin Kile ciate Dean of Student Affairs said, "We used to do the Senior The Senior Salute offers students a one stop shop for checking out of various offices throughout Salute during senior week and campus. Students were also able to pick up their cap and gown as well as enjoy lunch compliments students had to go from build- of the university. ing to building. Around 1999 teaching, or whose schedules are particular- building because it's less running around." or 2000 it became a one stop shop." While going through the check out proly full. Janelle Chwalek, senior elementary This also makes it easier for students in- education major, said, "I'm student teach- cess, students are offered lunch, giveaways, volved with various internships, student ing so it's easier to come after school to one drawings, and a chance to vote for the stu- Te 11 U S ■Reporter ■ ■ Becky Goodman was curious about what Wi1kes students are thinking. Here is what she found out. What is the first thing you would do if you won a significant amount of money through the lottery? •• • • •• •• • • • •• • •• Barbara Melnyk P2 pharmacy major Keith Hubbard junior English major "Pay off my school loans." "I'd buy Idaho." • • • • • •• • Julie Gilbert senior marketing major "Pay off my school loans and pay for everybody's laundry at Wilkes next year." Will Mercado sophomore communications studies major "Open up my own chicken plant." �10 FEATURES APRIL 24, 2006 OCC offers aid and advice to students 01oving off ca01pus BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. Features Editor The attraction of sharing a bathroom with just two people--as opposed to eight-living room space and a separate kitchen where students can concoct whatever ramen noodle delicacy strikes their fancy at 2 a.m. sounds attractive to many dorm dwellers. But debating the move to an off-campus residence is a major decision for most college students. Issues of cost and new responsibilities go hand in hand with an off campus residence, and students are sometimes not informed about how to deal with issues such as rental insurance and absentee landlords. However, at Wilkes University, the Off Campus Council(OCC) is there to help students with the process. The OCC has put together a list of beneficial tips to help aid students who are relatively new to an apartment. There are many reasons why students choose to move out of a residence hall and into a place they can call their own. Feeling more independent, cheaper living expenses, or wanting to live with friends are major pluses for an apartment. Carmen Winters, sophomore business major and an off-campus student, offered his own reasons, "In most cases, you have your own room rather than sharing with someone else and you are living with people that you choose to live with. That is sometimes the case in the dorm, as well, but for most students they have never met their roomate before and sometimes they have conflicting interests." Joshua Swantek, P2 pharmacy and President of the OCC, reminds students that discussing residence changes are a must with the university. "If you choose to move offcampus, make sure you first check with the financial aid department to make sure that there will be no changes to your tuition package," he said. Swantek believes that an off-campus apartment can be very beneficial to a student. "Moving off-campus is a great step in gaining more independence and developing self reliance. Certain aspects, such as paying bills and maintaining an apartment, helps students prepare for the challenges they will face upon graduation and on their own. For others, it is more cost effective to make the switch out of a residence hall and into an apartment. Also, having a nearby residence, especially through the summer, allows a student to maintain a local job or internship during times when housing on campus would not be available." OCC Tips for living off campus 1. Introduce yourself to your neighbors and exchange contact information in case of an emergency. 2. Get to know your landlord and make sure you have their contact information. 3. Know and carefully choose your roommates ... you're with them through the whole lease. 4. Establish responsibilities with your roommate(s) such as paying bills, cleaning and trash. 5. Know when your bills and rent are due so you pay them on time to establish good credit. 6. Inquire about policies, availability and costs of: trash, lmmdry, repairs and pets. 7. Know the phone numbers of emergency contacts, your landlord and the maintenance crew used by your landlord. 8. Double check that all outlets and fire alarms/smoke detectors are working properly. 9. Look into renter's insurance. 10. Find out how many parking spaces are available for your estate and if there is a cost. 11. Talk to other tenants or neighbors and find out about your landlord's reputation. 12. Know what is included in the rent and what additional costs there are. 13. Keep a copy of the lease handy and make sure you understand it before signing. 14. Thrift stores are a great place to buy furniture. 15. If you plan on eating on campus, the block plan is the most cost efficient option. 16. When setting up the internet, make sure there are enough lines in your apartment for all residents. 17. Join the OFF CAMPUS COUNCIL and be an active member. 18. Be responsible. IRHC Easter Egg Hunt Donate ,P la.s rna Today. Earn up to $200 a Monthl On Monday, April 10 IRHC sponsored its annual Easter Egg Huot in the Henry Student Center. Prizes included candy, DVDs, movies and an MP3 player. lnterata1e Blood & Plasma Inc .. 66!i Ca.~•.· . Aw Wi 1. ·.~ .. ·. Pa Cal (5702 823-411~ �APRIL 24, 2006 11 FEATURES Billy Flynn: 1978 aluin keeping polka alive own the radio stations, and revenue is important." Hence, many of the ethnic shows were pulled off the air, except for shows like Flynn's, which generates huge revenues because of its established audience. The show Flynn works on at WVIA is a prime example of this type of popularity. The WVIA tapes polka shows which feature both live music and dancing. "It is an extremely popular show," commented Kathryn Davies, assistant to the Vice President of Production at WVIA. "We have over 1,000 of our members [that support the broadcasting company] in the polka club." These members support the show and dance in the studio for the television broadcast·s. There is also a great response to the programs they have outside of the studio, such as performances at summer fairs. "Any outside productions that we do, they're packed ... standing room only," added Davies. There are also two polka websites that play the music 24 hours a day: www.247polkaheaven.com and www.polkajammer.com. The show is burned onto CD and uploaded onto the website. "That's important, because a lot of people have moved away from the northeast where polka is popular... to a place where there are no ethnic shows. So they go to the website and can hear these shows 24 hours a day," Flynn explained. Flynn acknowledges that he receives a lot of fan mail from these sites. "My farthest e-mail was about two weeks ago from a serviceman in Japan" who was originally from Connecticut, Flynn said. BY DANA ZLOTUCia Beacon Staff Writer Billy Flynn, a 1978 graduate of Wilkes, keeps the polka tradition alive with his weekly radio show, The Pennsylvania Polka, on WVIA. He has experienced a lot of career diversity, hopping from theater, to television, to sales, to broadcasting. The most interesting part of this journey may be that Flynn graduated from Wilkes with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, and originally intended to go to law school. But immediately after graduation, Flynn was offered a job at WBRE-FM radio, now known as WKRZ. He liked it, stayed, and eventually transitioned to channel 28 as a television news reporter. During this time, he was also doing a polka show in Scranton, at WICK. In 1971, he moved to Binghamton and worked as a news director in radio, and then got into sales. Flynn comes from a Ukrainian/ Irish family, but was heavily influenced by his mother's Ukrainian side of the family through food, songs, dance and culture. This environment led him to his work with polka stations, and he has kept with it ever since. "Sales is my complete job [now]. The Polka has always been a hobby, and a weekThe Beacon/Donna Talarico end thing," Flynn said. Wilkes graduate Billy Flynn keeps the local tradition of polka alive by ramaining His association with WVIA began approxan active member of the polka community. Flynn is the host of a weekly radio show imately seven years ago as a co-host hired called The Pennsylvania Polka, which airs on WVIA. mainly to do the interviews on the show because of his familiarity with the music. ing the Polish/Ukrainian heritage alive. local people. They aired the shows whether "Most of the co-hosts they had [before "Years ago, there used to be many ethnic or not they brought in revenue. Keeping me] were just broadcasters, they weren't radio shows, when stations were owned by the ties to the community was what was knowledgeable of polka music ... - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~ important. Now, however, corporations They didn't know the polka styles, or the instrumentation." Several radio stations air polka music in Syracuse, Elmira, Carbondale, Wilkes-Barre and Hazleton. The biggest station that carries it is WNAK 94.3 FM, which reaches three states. The show is recorded at COOL 100 at Binghamton, (where Flynn now works), and is mailed to WNAK. "The response, from what WNAK fot tells me, is phenomenal," Flynn said. Neu,{, to Flynn notes that his line of work is both fun and rewarding. "The polka audience is the happiest audience. 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Grooming young actors for bright college and professional theater careers takes center stage at the Wilkes University Community Conservatory through several performance classes, all putting on a grand finale this May. "They are making the transition from the classroom to the stage," said adjunct professor of theater Nicholas Adler, of t h e performances slated for later in the spring. Justin Gauser (Charlie) and Sarah Greisbach (Doris) are just two of the young thespians in the Acting for Young Performer Class who will be putting on Eat Your Heart Out. "It's really cool because .it ties a lot of things to- gether. [The play] shows things subtly; the playwright was really smart," said Gauser, adding that there are plenty of almost hidden Edgar Allan Poe references on the set and props. Eat Your Heart Out follows struggling actor Charlie and his random and recurring customers through three seasons and different restaurants. He waits on people who make out the entire time as well as his arch enemy in the theater circle. And about the snails. No matter how serious an actor she is, Greisbach says she probably won't be trying any squishy seafood for character development. The musical theater class, which shares many of the same students, is putting on Suessical the Musical, which brings to life many of Dr. Suess's famous characters. The cast says they enjoy playing larger than life roles. "It's fun. There are no restraints. Everything is so big and large; everything is amplified and cartoonish. You can just let everything go and have a good time," said Kevin Hourigan, who plays Horton the Elephant. Robert Ogin, who is playing the memorable Cat in the Hat says, "It's a challenge. He 's crazy, yet intellectual at the same time. It's hard to play a character everyone knows with your own spin." Photos by Todd Weibelffhe Beacon Wilkes Conservatory students Sarah Greisbach and Justin Gauser discuss escargot during a reshearal of Eat Your Heart Out. Many of the students have roles in both plays-- and some have dual roles in both, which Sowers-Adler says is good training. "The plays are so completely opposite. Friday, one plays a love-struck bird and Saturday an old woman. And Sunday, back to the bird," she said, using one actor as an example. "It's quite a stretch of their acting ability and they are rising to the challenge." Megan Hourigan not only has two different roles, but also plays men. "It's a lot different, obviously," she says of playing a male. Twice. "One is imaginative and gets in trouble for her ideas, and in Eat Your Heart Out, I am very snobby and upper class." She adds that to get into the role, she changes her actions and the way she holds herself. See THESPIANS page 13 �APRIL 24, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 National Touring Co01pany taps two theater arts 01ajors Candelario and Dyer jumpstart acting careers BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon Asst. News Editor It's almost that time again ... the time when many students begin to scramble to secure jobs after graduation. But for two senior theatre arts majors, what to do following the upcoming commencement may not seem quite as daunting. Rachel Dyer and Carlos Candelario have already been cast for the 58th tour of the National Players, a prestigious touring company that performs all over the United States. The National Players is a touring company based in Olney, Maryland. According to Dyer, the company is composed of about ten performers who tour across the country to schools and areas that may not normally have the opportunity to experience classical theater. The shows the company will perform are The Importance of Being Earnest and Othello, with dates lasting through May. Both Dyer and Candelario went through a considerably grueling audition process, each with their own hurdles to over... come. With persistence and skills however, both were lucky enough to score one of the coveted positions. Candelario has been cast as Brabantio and Lodovico, as well as the understudy to Othello, in Othello, and as Dr. Chasuble in The Importance ofBeing Earnest. Dyer will be portraying the Duke (Duchess) of Venice in Othello and Lady Bracknell in Earnest. Touring with the National Players will likely have a tremendous impact on the careers of both students, because the company is held in high regard by many. "So many people know the National Players and there are so many actors that have come out ofNational Players and made it big, so the connections that I'll have after performing with this group [will have a positive impact on my career]," Dyer said. Candelario echoed this sentiment, adding that a job with this company is a step in the right .direction for his career. "[If I had not joined this company], my alternative would have been to go up to New York and audition, so I think this is a good transition into that, instead of rushing right into the Big Apple," he said. Both actors are looking forward to meeting new people and working closely with the other performers. Candelario also reiterated how touring with the company will provide him with even more experience. "I know that this is going to demand more than has been demanded in the past. So, I'm looking to strengthen my craft," he said. Beacon Archives Carlos Candelario, shown above as Creon in Antigone, and Rachel Dyer will spend the summer touring with the National Players. The pair look forward to playing roles in Othello and The Importance of Being Earnest. j Courtesy Community Conservatory Eat Your Heart Out and Seussical the Musical cast members include Sarah Griesbach, Robert Ogin, Justin Gauser, Megan Hourigan, Kevin Hourigan and Kristin Propkochak, and a few dozen other students in the musical theater and acting for young performers classes offered at the Wilkes University Community Conservatory. THESPIANS from PAGE 13 Sowers-Adler says the set and costumes for Seussical will be very colorful,just like the storybooks. The set for Eat Your Heart Out is a little simpler, as the change in restaurants is noted by a change in table cloth. Opening performances for the two shows will be from the younger acting and performing classes, Songs on Stage and Theater and Imagination. The younger classes, as well as Wilkes theater students, help with the behind-the-scenes. But, according to Adler, the conservatory classes also help on Wilkes productions. Senior theater major Dan Van Why agrees the conservatory classes are a great asset to the university, and thinks that Wilkes students can also help mentor the younger kids. "It's great for musicians and actors. It really teaches a lot of kids, they do a great job of preparing them well. I've worked on their productions, and the kids help our program," he said. The Community Conservatory has been at Wilkes since 1988, and according to Adler, the theater curriculum started with six girls in one class. Today, there are seven classes with about 25 students in each. "There are kids from all different high schools, but get to unite at the University," he said. FYI: What: Suessical the Musical When: Friday, May 12, 8 p.m. Sunday, May 15, 2 p.m. What: Eat Your Heart Out When: Saturday, May 13, 8 p.m. Price: $5 donation �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 APRIL 24, 2006 Nothing But Net: Time wasters BY DONNA TALARI Beacon A&E Editor BY JASON NICKLE Beacon Cartoonist bN- i c..oN\e.~ . \-.P<\"<"- c.M'+ I j~ 5-tvc) ~ ~ .SQ I l A I ! ma.111e,, f.1C"IO.iS i ~oaJ . f O:!'\+ ✓ t.~ i) / "---~..::::::..~ (} J w•; c e. t¥'r-.. .\,) +k I; M.A.S.H In my quest to find a website to review for this week's issue, I stumbled upon a few interactive sites inI tended to be time wasters. What is ironic is that I was indeed not wasting time, merely researching on how to waste time. Which of course means I was being productive. The three below are fun: Band-0-Matic (joescafe.com) ~lUVlmt, Aspiring artists with tunes, but no name are in luck. This site generBeacon Graphic/Donna Talarico ates random names. Just click, and voila! He gives you a name. I went Gone are the days when you had to use a loose-leaf and a pen to tell to the site a few times so I could your fortune with childhood game M-A-S-H, which stand for Manchoose the band name I liked best. sion, Apartment, Shack and House. Of the Fudge Puppies, Silent Servant and Batman the Giant Walking Dildo, I think I'd go with the first. As a bonus, if you have some licks down, but don't have a song title- or just need some inspiration before you pen your next hit, this site also has a Song-0-Matic generator, for which I was given, "Five Man Trio" and "Tragic String Elegance," which sound pretty cool. The webmaster just asks for a shout out in liner notes should someone use his randomness. Entertainment Weekly did a write up on this site as well. Play M-A-S-H! (playmash.com) Remember the elementary school days of picking cars, spouses and houses? Oh, and don't forget how many kids you will have. Well, throw away the loose-leaf. This site lets you play the game virtually by filling in the spaces, and after you pick a number, it counts and eliminates choices right in front of your eyes. In my play, and I even put in bad answers for fun, it says I will be a famous novelist, marry Collin Farrell, have four children, drive a blue Jetta and live in a mansion in Maine. Insult Generator (www.monkeydog.com) On this site, you can enter the name of the person you want to insult, and check off if you want it to be modem, Shakespearean or street and then PG or adult. I clicked on PG (for Beacon purposes) and good old Will and got: "Donna, thou art an angry peeved uncommunicative alienated goon-eye!" Want more? I found these sites by going to Yahoo!'s web directory, under Entertainment, then under Randomized Things (then under name generators, insult generators on oracles). 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I Am ing Lips are weird. So Small... Do I Stand Granted, I only got a Chance?" stretch well into them with The past the five-minute mark ·s oft Bulletin which into genuine psychedelic was released in 1999, rock territory. There are and I missed out on mellow cuts like "Mr. releases like Zaireeka, Photo by Jay Blakesberg Ambulance Driver," and (which contains one Flaming Lips publicity photo pop romps like "The Yeah of the freakiest album Yeah Yeah Song." The concepts e,·er--it's tracked on four separate Flaming Lips cram so many different styles CDs, so to get the full experience, you have of music into this album, and cover them to get them all playing at once). And okay, all quite adeptly, that I'm only beginning to Coyne does write some pretty fantastical wrap my mind around the majesty that is At lyrics, but I never found their music to be War With the Mystics. 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"We·were completely surprised by theAllStar team," said club president Mike Fox. "Especially Mike (Sciulara). I believe he is the best goalie in our league. We' ve gotten compliments about him all season from every team we competed against," he said. Sciulara, a member of the wrestling team, is one of the three dual sport All-Stars for the Colonels, as Van Gilst and Friedel play football. The All-Star nominations are icing on the cake to a successful inaugural season that included the club's first victory since the 1970's. But Fox and the rest of the squad refuse to rest their laurels. "While the win and nominations are great accomplishments for the individuals and the team, I don't believe we'll ever be satisfied with what we got until we' ve become varsity and won a conference championship," he said. The Annual NCLL All-Star game will be held at 12 p.m. on Sunday April 30, 2006 at the University of Virginia. @TOYOTA MACPBIIIBON mar Pll8NT IUIPENIION + AM/RI/CD WITB 8 IPIAIIRI + BIOi:IDCCu·PAIELI + 38 'MPG IWY1 --- YODl ■IWCAI ........ •17.380tt Courtesy of Sports Information Selected to play in the Annual NCLL AU-Star Game are (first row from left) Eric Van Gilst, Mike Sciulara. (Second row:from left) John Edler, Jusing Friedel. �APRIL 24, 2006 SPORTS 17 Chattin' with Past Colonels: Bob Klinetob Coach K unleashes his inner "Lion" as local brewmaster BY NICK PODOLAK Asst. Sports Editor 1 I The aroma of hops wafted throughout the chilly confines of the Lion Brewery as I was greeted by assistant baseball coach Bob Klinetob. "Here, you'll be needing these," he said as he handed over a hardhat and a pair of safety goggles. After walking up several fl ights of wooden stairs past stainless steel aging tanks and a·brew kettle, I found myself in the office of the head brew master himself, where we talked baseball, family and of course, beer. Born and raised in Wilkes-Barre, Klinetob was a two sport standout at Meyers high school, where he played quarterback and catcher for the Mohawks. But like every other kid who grew up in the Wyoming Valley, he wanted out and spent his freshman and sophomore years of college at Moravian University, majoring in biology. When he returned home for the summer, Klinetob played ball for Orloski's, a TriCounty league that featured many Wilkes players. He got to be good friends with his teammates and they eventually persuaded him to become a Colonel. "It was too much fun to pass up," he said. Klinetob got the starting catcher's role "I have yet to come across a team that is a family like the Wilkes baseball program. I've never seen a tighter group of people in my life." on the 1994 team under coach Bob "Auch" Duliba, helping the squad win it's first Middle Atlantic Conference championship since 1977. "It was blood and bones baseball," Klinetob said. "Those guys had full scale confidence at the plate and played their hearts out on the field." The grandson of a Ma's root beer plant employee, Klinetob admits it's ironic that he ended up in the beverage industry. "It wasn't a career path," he said. "I wanted to be a doctor, observing level one trauma centers and everything," he said. But as it turned out, the job is perfect for Klinetob. A beer lover, he conducted his senior research project on microbrews, removing residues from the beer and exposing them to cells to see if they caused any mutagenic effect. "Obviously I graduated, so I must have done something right," he joked. Starting as a brewery supervisor in 1995, Klinetob moved up the ranks and now sits as the Head Brewmaster, where some of the perks include tasting the beers. Tasting is conducted two to three times a week at different stages throughout the brewing process, primarily to check for defects such as bacteria, mold and yeast. "It's one of those things that people say 'oh I' d love to be your taster' and it's one of those things that when you are a taster, you soon start to dread it," he said. The beer is loaded with yeast and is extremely high in alcohol content. In some cases, 20 to 30 samples are tasted within 20 minutes. Unlike wine, the tasters cannot spit it out in order to get the full effect. "When you're tasting 20 to 30 samples over the course of20 minutes, you are drinking the equivalent of two to three bottles of beer in 20 minutes," Klinetob said. "You get quite a buzz. Then you go back to work. And then you get a five minute hangover. You just have to go about it," he laughed. Klinetob's favorite Lion product? "Stegmaier Gold Medal. I know the quality wasn't there in the late 70's and early 80's, but hopefully we -can get rid of that moniker that it is a grandma and grandpa's beer." Despite holding down a full time job, Kli- netob still finds time to coach the Blue and Gold, where coach Folek refers to him as the "unsung hero of the Wilkes coaching staff." Coach K is in his 11th season, and it's no wonder why. "I have yet to come across a team that is a family like the Wilkes baseball program. I've never seen a tighter group of people in 1 my life," he said. ~ Coach K resides in Pittston with his wife Carina and his 16-month old son, Kolby. Courtesy of Sports Information Coach Klinetob is in the midst of his 11th year as an assistant to the Colonels. The Head Brewmaster at the Lion Brewery, he played catcher for the Blue and Gold from 1994-1995. Gaine Preview: Men's golf vs. Misericordia Colonels finished up regular season play before heading to playoffs BY ARIEL COHEN Asst. Sports Editor It appeared that Wilkes golf was not meant to be this season after the first several matches were rained out or postponed. However, with a little bit of luck and some confidence from the coach, a season that started out slowly has been crammed into three weeks. For the 18 or so men who play for the golf team, the season has come and gone as they prepare for their final regular season match against College Misericordia this coming Wednesday. This will be the second time in three weeks that the two teams will face off on the links and stroll into the playoffs. The last time these two teams faced off was the beginning of this month. The leaders from both teams differed by only a couple of strokes. Wilkes did wind up swinging a little too much, losing by only two strokes 344-346. But the Colonels are ready to come back and show that they have improved with their accuracy over the past 18 days. "Many of our guys have dropped 10 or 11 strokes off of their game since the start of the season," said golf team head coach Mike Hirthler. The team is young and has a lot of good players, but for this match coach Hirthler will be sending the top nine or ten guys to the tees including upperclassmen Tim Bums and Luke Pisarcik. "They [Bums and Pisarcik] are both great role models for the team [and] Luke has done a good job coming off his injury this season," said Hirthler. Even with the team being so young and what appears to be a losing season by looking at a record of 0-4 right now, there have been a lot of great improvements to the team throughout the season. The team also doesn't have to stress because they will be heading to the playoffs which is played by all the teams in the league regardless of re- cord. Junior Neal Jackloski stated, "Even though we lost this season, we still stuck together as a team and improved as each match went by." The golf team will play its final regular season match against Misericordia this coming Wednesday, April 26 at 1 p.m. �SPORTS 18 APRIL 24, 2006 Commentary GAME OF THE WEEK I MLB: Tampa Bay Devil Rays versus New York Yankees Yankee's and Devil Rays jockey for position in AL East BY KEVIN REED Beacon Staff Writer When someone mentions the baseball team, the dynasty, the timeless tradition in pinstripes known as the New York Yankees, it conjures thoughts of greatness and dominance. The Yankees are a storied franchise, filled with dynamic history, always stocked with polished skill, and are as close to · a perennial power in Major League Baseball as there has ever been. On the other hand, the Tampa Bay Devil Rays are a young franchise, one born from expansion about a decade ago, and have never been able to put a solid and successful season together to build any credibility whatsoever. They are as much of a perennial loser as the Yankees are winners. This early season, however, has surprisingly seen the Devil Rays flirting with .500 and just as surprisingly seen the Yankees in the same situation; except for the·Yankees being around .500 in the standings is a grave disappointment. Both teams look to break away from their even keel when New York and Tampa Bay tangle in the Bronx for a three-game series April 25-27. The featured game this week is the second game of this series, taking place on April 26. The Yankees will be looking to exploit the Devil Rays' lack of pitching depth throughout the series. Statistically, Tampa Bay is among the worst in the Majors in team earned-run-average and with the type of offense that the Yankees possess, this could be a long three days for pitchers in gray and green. The Yanks' big bats are led by outfielders Gary Sheffield, Hideki Matsui, first-baseman Jason Giambi and third-baseman Alex Rodriguez. In order for the heart of an order such as that to be productive, the players at the top of the order must excel and recently, center-fielder and Red Sox castaway Johnny Damon, as well as the face of the Yankees, Derek Jeter, have given the big hitters in the New York lineup a chance to shine. And it is not extraordinary in the least that even in the early season, the New York Yankees' offense is among the top-echelon in all of baseball. In terms of offense, the Tampa Bav Devil Ravs do not have an awful lot to brag about. They have already settled in to the lower end of the league in team offense, and their attack at the plate is primarily led by two players: Carl Crawford and Travis Lee. Outfielder Carl Crawford is the quintessential speedster. He is the playmaker of this Tampa Bay offense by specializing in making things happen at the plate and on the base-paths. First-baseman Travis Lee, a one-time Yankee, is not as flashy, but gets the job done at the plate for his team. Both bats must be relied upon for the Devil Rays' chance for victory. A surprise offensively so far this season and a name to watch out for is utility player Ty Wigginton. Jettisoned by the Mets and the Pirates, Wigginton is looking at a breakout season as he has already made it halfway to his career high in home runs for a season with six through the first three and a half weeks of the year. Pitching is where the Yankees should excel and eventually pull away from the D-Rays. A stronger starting rotation and a much stronger bullpen give the Yankees the edge on the mound. Probable starters for this middle game of the series will be second-year pitcher Chien-Ming Wang for the Yankees and Scott Kazmir for the Devil Rays. Wang is as inexperienced as the Yankees' starters get, so Tampa Bay will want to score as many runs early in the game as possible. Due to the large difference in offensive skill and more reliable pitchers in close games, the Yankees should come out victorious. The Pick: Yankees 9, Devil Rays 2 Double Take . Sarah examines the stats that truly matter. .. BY SARAH HERBERT Beacon Features Editor It should come as no shock that when the Game of the Week highlights baseball, the New York Yankees are involved. This time they face the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. Last time, I picked the Yanks for the win. Let me tell you, that will never happen again. I have a bone to pick with the New York Yankees and all of their talk about pride and pinstripes and all of that other happy Yankees crap. That is what it is: crap. In my opinion, the Yankees only ever had two great players--the first being Roger Maris and the second being David Justice (who will always be a Brave to me). The Roger Maris issue is an emotional one for me. I was recently at Yankees Stadium and was perusing through the fan shops. One could easily find a shirt donning the names Ruth, Mantle, Jeter or the absolute worst, Rodriguez. What about Maris? Maris was the best ball player baseball has ever seen (I can see all the letters pouring in now). That's right, even better than the Babe. And what does Maris have to show for his talent? No respect from baseball fans and an asterik in the record books that would only be removed after he died. The man was a talented an athlete, a dedicated family man and an excellent role model. Apparently, none of those qualities are required to be a part of the Yankees dynasty. Instead of giving Maris the credit he deserved, fans and the organization continued to idolize the Babe. Ruth had no other choice but to hit homers. I don't think he could have hauled his overweight body around the bases otherwise. I guess it is only fitting that you can purchase a chocolate bar by the same name of this legendary athlete. Speaking of the Bambino, I wonder if the Sox will have to face the curse of Johnny Damon, now? Anyway, aside from the whole Maris issue, the Yanks have a lousy stadium. The field is splotchy and the stands are dirty. Perhaps the Yanks should inve.t in a good landscaper instead of spending millions on A-Rod. The grass would probably help the team more than he does. I hope the Devil Rays come out on top this week. Do it for Maris. Go Tampa Bay. �APRIL SPORTS 24, 2006 19 Athlete of the Week Softball:Laurie Agresti BY ADRIENNE RICHARDS Beacon Staff Writer She's a strikeout pitcher with one striking record, Laurie Agresti. Agresti, a junior, has continued to prepare the same way for the past ten years. There is no off season for Agresti as she trains year-round and is certain to pitch at least three times a week. "As for her performance she has stayed consistent. She's maintained her speed. She continues to allow no extra base hits. Laurie's an aggressive pitcher who works hard with twelve-month workouts," said head softball coach Frank Matthews. fa,en as a freshman, Agresti was a standout pitcher with impressive statistics. Agresti feels a bit of pressure to uphold her statistics season to season. This year Agresti's ERA has lowered to .48. In the April 15 game against Lycoming College, Agresti had 17 strikeouts and pitched 10.1 innings. Although the Colonels walked away with a 2-1 loss to Lycoming Agresti gave it her best effort. "It's a heartbreaker. It's not the kind of outcome you want. They got a couple runs across the plate. You deal and move on," said Agresti. Agresti is able to get more rest this season for playoffs because of the presence of other pitchers. Freshman Sam Evanich in particular has given Wilkes a solid presence on the mound while allowing Agresti to rest her arm. "Over the past two years we've overused her. She's not a very tall girl, so she would expend a lot of energy and would be tired going into playoffs," commented Matthews. Not that her tired arm has showed very much. In 2005, Agresti set a Division III record by striking out 13.2 batters per game. e eacon o Courtesy of Sports Information Reining Freedom Conference Pitcher of the Year Laurie Agresti has fanned 141 batters this year as she attempts to break her own Div. III record of 318. In total, she fanned 318 hitters on her way to 12 shutout victories and a 19-6 record. She also threw one perfect game and a nohitter. This season, her extra rest has allowed her to dominate games even more. Through 83 innings of pitching, Agresti has posted a 94 record. Of the 285 at-bats she has faced, 141 suffered a strikeout. Lady Colonel opponents have managed a scant 32 hits while she was at the mound. Agresti is not being used in relief for every game in an effort to maintain her strength for playoffs. So far this season Agresti has thrown between 35-40 innings. "My goal each game is to strike people out. I want to keep my strikeouts up and win in playoffs," said Agresti. Only time will tell during the Freedom Conference Championships on May 5 and 6. e1 e Junior pitcher Laurie Agresti delivers a pitch against Lebanon Valley Thursday at Ralston Field. Agresti tossed a one-hitter with 10 K's as she recorded her league leading six shutout of the season. She is currently 9-4 with a microscopic .42 ERA. WEEKEND RECAPS Baseball The Blue and Gold's Saturday double-header against PSU Berks was postponed due to inclement weather. The game was rescheduled for Sunday afternoon. Softball The Lady Colonels' weekend twinbills against Marywood (Sat.) and Elizabethtown (Sun.) were postponed due to inclement weather. No reschedule date was available at press time Lacrosse The Wilkes lacrosse team picked up its first conference victory with a 14-5 domination over Moravian on a rainy Sunday afternoon at Ralston Field. Shannon Chlebus and Stacy Fimmano had five goals apiece. Cager Cassie Malone had 13 saves in the net. NUMBERS OF THE WEEK 14 Goals scored by the womens lacrosse team during Saturdays victory over Moravian College. 3 Tennis players admitted to . Al/Conference team. Congrats to Kyle Ungvarski (first team), Arvin Narvula and John Lowe (second team). 4 Goals by Shannon Chlebus to lead the Lady Colonels in its 17-10 loss to Kings last Thursday. 5 Victories by senior pitcher Kevin Konschak, who has yet to be defeated. J �S B.,9. Cf s~~~~-~~~-Preview of the Week: Wo01en's lacrosse vs. Cedar Crest 20 2 BY RYAN DIPPRE Beacon Sports Editor els. Five different players have hit but Wilkes has a veteran goalkeepdouble digits in scoring, and three er in Malone, and a defense that The women's lacrosse team con- have shot percentages over .400. has been improving with every tinues its iron-(wo)man streak into Goalkeeper Cassie Malone has game. Sophomore Stacy Fimmano yet another week of April as they snagged 61 saves, giving Wilkes a named "defense and transitions" as take on the Cedar Crest Falcons at 93-83 edge in saves over its oppo- two of the most-improved aspects of the Lady Colonels' game, and it Ralston field on Thursday, April nents this season. Catherine Simone leads the of- should handle a two-man offensive 27. The Lady Colonels, who are currently in the midst of a thirteen- fense with 22 goals and 7 assists show without too much difficulty. The major match-up in this game day streak of either practicing or on the season, but several players playing, roll into the contest with remain hot on her heels. Shan- will be between the Wilkes offense a mark of 2-7, while the Falcons non Chlebus has notched 18 goals, and McDevitt. Her 219 saves are carry a 1-12 overall mark into the while Stacy Fimmano and Comp- astounding, but also point to a poston have both tallied 13. Cedar sibly weak defense in front of her. contest. The season has been one of highs Crest, on the other hand, has only Thanks to the Lady Colonels' teamand lows for Wilkes, with impres- two offensive players with ten or oriented attitude, McDevitt will sive wins over local teams fol- more goals. Kirstan Gustafson has have five different threats bearing lowed by close defeats at the hands notched 33 goals while maintain- down on her when the offense gets of ranked MAC powers. Through- ing a .452 shot percentage, and Bri- moving. out it all, however, the Lady Colo- anna Adam has added 10 goals and · As the women's lacrosse season draws to a close, the Lady Colonels nels have had one constant in their 1 assist to the Falcons' offense. The mainstay for Cedar Crest this hope to end it on the right note. A practices and games: teamwork. "We can rely on each other," said season is goalkeeper Kerri McDe- win at home against a team that senior co-captain Jen Compton. . vitt. McDevitt has started all 13 they've never played before would "We stick together as a team ... we games in goal for the Falcons this give the season a solid ending while season, and has managed to save also giving the proper mental attikeep each other motivated." The team has grown by leaps and 219 of the 338 shots she faced dur- tude going into next season. And if the Wilkes offense continues to bounds throughout the season, and ing the year. Gustafson and her 33 goals bring perform as it has all season, McDethe stats sheet is reflecting both team unity and improving skill lev- a majoroffensive threat to the game, vitt may be in for a long day. The BeaconfTodd Wiebel Stacy Fimmano, seen here eluding a defender at Ralston field, is one of five players who hit double-digits in scoring this season. Campus calendar, Monday (4/24) Thursday (4/27) *Softball @ Misericordia - '3 p.m. *Baseball vs. Baptist Bible 3:30 p.m. *Men's tennis@ Susquehanna - 3:30 p.m. *Chamber Orchestra, Geis Hall - 6:30 p.m. * Extracurricular/Leadership Awards Luncheon, HSC Ballroom - 11 a.m. *Women's lacrosse vs. Cedar Crest - 4:15 p.m. *Grace Kimball Memorial Lecture, SLC 101 - 8 p.m. *Wilkes Idol, HSC Ballroom 8 to 11 p.m. Tuesday(4/25) *Women's lacrosse vs. Eliza_, bethtown - 4:15 p.m. *Recital by voice students of Sue Minsavage, DDD - 6 p.m. *Percussion Ensemble Concert, DDD - 8 p.m. Wednesday (4/26) *Men's golf@ Misericordia 1 p.m. *Men's tennis vs. Philadelphia Bible - 3 :30 p.m. *Baseball @ Alvernia - 4 p.m. *Softball vs. Scranton - 6 p.m Friday (4/28) *Adventures in Science - 9 a.m. *Baseball vs. Scranton - 3:30 p.m. Saturday (4/29) *Men's tennis @ MAC Individual Championships, Lehigh University - 9 a.m. *Men's golf@ MAC Championships, Shawnee-on-the-Delaware Country Club - 9 a.m. *Baseball @ Scranton - 1 p.m. *Softball vs. Drew - 1 p.m. *Spring Dance Concert, DDD -3 p.m. *Women's lacrosse@ Lycoming - 3 p.m. *Alumni Scholarship Dinner, HSC Ballroom - 6 p.m. *Spring Dance Concert - 8 p.m.,DDD Find this Picture on Campus and ... INCA H • Sunday (4/30) *March of Dimes WalkAmerica, Kirby Park - 9 a.m. *Men's tennis @ MAC Individual Championships, Lehigh University - 9 a.m. *Men's golf@MAC Championships, Shawnee-on-the-Delaware Country Club - 9 a.m. *Baseball @ Cazenovia - 1 p.m. *Chorus and Chamber Singers, St. Steven's, Wilkes-Barre - 3 p.m. This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University's campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put "Campus Picture" as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $10 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. Congratulations to Pat Nardone, w~ correctly identified last weeks picture of the commuter lounge. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 April 24th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 April 24 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/f5b1df524788bef53acfecc2789a552e.pdf 92fbefb922bda3caac4eb0f3da52268e PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA The F TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Volume 58 Issue 22 Low mid-year grad number nix Winter Commencement BY JAMIE BABBITT Beacon Advertising Manager The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski e President's Cabinet recently decided to eliminate the winter commencement cer- ony for three reasons: sports schedules, weather and low winter graduation num- Wilkes University will no longer be one of the few area universities to offer three commencement ceremonies each year. The President's Cabinet recently made the decision to eliminate the winter ceremony. According to Dr. Paul Adams, vice president of student affairs, the decision was made for three reasons: sports schedules, weather and low graduation numbers in the winter. Adams said scheduling around basketball and wrestling creates a challenge in the logistics of planning the event, and commencement often causes an interruption in the routine of sports games and practices. In addition, unforeseen weather complications also create a challenge in the planning of the ceremony, something that is not a factor in May or September. Winter commencement was cancelled two years ago because of a snowstorm. Finally, according to Adams, the number of graduates in winter commencement is often half of the September and May numbers. He notes that eliminating winter commencement will allow for greater investment in September commencement. "Our intention is to be able to put more emphasis on the September commencement and be able to invest a little bit more there so we can make that a bit more special," he said. Eliminating winter commencement was not just one person's decision. Members of the President's Cabinet spoke with rep- . resentatives in several offices on campus who work closely with students and also got some student feedback. "Hopefully it's not going to impact people to a great extent. We want people to go through the ceremony and we hope that anyone who is scheduled to be part of the January ceremony will be able and willing See COMMENCEMENT page 5 amed journalist, Bob Woodward delivers Max Rosenn Lecture Law clerks, Rosenn family announce $400K addition to endowment What many may recall most from the lecture held in the Marts gym last Sunday was the Surpris- ing prediction: Democratic New York Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton v. Vice President Dick Cheney in the 2008 showdown for the presidency. But the evening was filled with far more subtle political insights and media analyses. Pulitzer prize winning journalist Bob Woodward, assistant managing editor of the Washington Post, offered the keynote for the 25th annual Max Rosenn Lecture Se- in recognition of Rosenn's 10th ries in Law and Humanitites on anniversary as Judge of the UnitApril 23. ed States Court of Appeals for The series was established in 1980 by Judge Max Rosenn's former law clerks, family and friends See WOODWARD page 5 In This Issue... Too soon tor a9/11 movie? Wi[k.gs Ido[ Page& Page 11 SUMMER MOVIES PAGE 13 Index News .. ............ ........... ...... . 1-5 Opinion ....... ........ .............. 6-8 Features ......................... 9-11 Arts & Entertainment.. .. 12-15 Sports ........................... 16-20 �NEWS'------~~---~~~~~-~-----~---~MAY 1, 2006 -·--··-..... News in Brief SG Notes Mentoring grants SGBudget 2 3 3 4 4 Cainpus Interfaith coordinator tenders resignation BY JEANNE STAPLETON Beacon Staff Writer Kevin Gaughenbaugh has been at the .helm of campus interfaith for four years, but that is about to change Recently, Gaughenbaugh announced his resignation from his position as campus interfaith coordinator. Gaughenbaugh will be leaving the university in order to further pursue his education. He will begin his graduate studies at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte in counseling this coming August. Campus interfaith is a program funded by the Diocese of Scranton that allows students, faculty and staff resources to both express and practice the faith of their choice . "We have kept a partnership with them [the Diocese of Scranton] for the past fifteen years. They have provided a campus interfaith resource for us and we have been very grateful for that," said Mark Allen, Dean of Students . "From a standpoint of working at a college, I think it is good for students to see someone carrying on their education, even though I am going to have to be leaving. I almost feel like a model of education. I took some time off and I am very glad that I went out and got a job and worked for a while before go- ing back to school because now I feel that I appreciate education more. Wilkes , however, will be greatly missed," said Gaughenbaugh. While Gaughenbaugh will miss working at the school, the sentiment will also be returned by university members who admired his ability to communicate effectively with students on faith-based issues . These individuals have also expressed their excitement for his future plans. "We will miss Kevin greatly. He has such a calming demeanor and personality. I think Kevin works very well with students on faith issues and other problems that arise that Kevin is seen as a resource. From that standpoint we will certainly miss him, however, I am very thrilled for him that he is moving on and going on into the next chapter in his life," said Allen. According to Gaughenbaugh, the interfaith program at Wilkes will continue. The Diocese of Scranton has opened a search for Gaughenbaugh's replacement and hope to have someone by the beginning of July. "The University feels that faith issues are very important for our students, especially in this time of uncertainty in terms of world dynamics and what have you. And we fully intend to make sure that there is a person there to help assist the students with their faith issues," said Allen. BEACON Serving the community through fair and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers. Editorial Staff Editor-in-Chief: Kristin Kile Email: wilkesbeacon@gmail.com News Editor: Victoria White Email: beaconnewsline@gmail.com Op/Ed Editor: Curran Dobson Email: thebeacon.oped@gmail.com Features Editor: Sarah Herbert Email: thebeaconfeatures@gmail.com A&E Editor: Donna Talarico Email: thebeaconae@gmail.com Sports Editor: Ryan Dippre Email: beaconsports@gmail.com Photo Editor: Nick Zmijewski Advertising Managers: Jamie Babbitt Kristyn Ostman Email: thebeacon. ads@gmail.com Advisor: Dr. Andrea Breemer Frantz ■ ■ ■ The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Current Campus Interfaith Coordinator, Kevin Gaughenbaugh, spoke with students at Tuesday night's "Talk it Out." Every Tuesday, Gaughenbaugh hosted "Talk it Out" to allow students a venue for talking about different societal issues and how faith may play a role in their perceptions of the issues. The purpose of the evening is not necessarily to talk about faith, but to allow students the opportunity to do so if they choose. Established in 1936 PA Newspaper Association Member Printed on Mondays during the academic school year. Box 111, Wilkes University 192 South Franklin Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �MAY 1, 2006 NEWS 3 News in Brief Historic Hillside FarIDs the site of restoration project BY JEANNE STAPLETON Beacon Staff Writer Most know it as the source of the best ice cream in the region. But Hillside Farms, located in Shavertown just off of Route 309, has always been about more than just making great ice cream. The farm was purchased in 1881 by William Conyngham, a coal broker from Wilkes-Barre. Its 400 acres of rolling hills and grassy, tree dotted fields became a magnificent summer and agriculture estate. The farm was famous not only for its dairy but also its award-winning Clydesdale and Belgian draft horses, pictures of which still hang in the popular ice cream parlor and gift shop. °The estate has remained in the Conyngham family for over a century. In the past several years, however, the family saw a great opportunity to allow the farm to evolve into a site of education and historic significance. A non-profit organization, called The Lands at Hillside Farms, was developed in December 2005 to help to restore the buildings on the land and create a space where students of history, science, culture and agriculture could contribute and learn. Living history farms--largely outdoor museums of agriculture--have popped up all over the nation since the early 1970s, notes the Association for Living History Farm and Agricultural Museums (ALHFAM), but restoration of the land, building preservation and community engagement are challenging and expensive ventures that require enormous commitment from community members. Building clean up and stabilization at The Lands at Hillside Farms is mainly carried out by volunteers. Each Saturday is a volunteer day in which people from the community come out to help in the restoration. Volunteers range in ages from their teens to their 80s. According to employees, usually the turn out is about 25 to 50 volunteers. "Many of the volunteers that come out have ancestors that had something to do with the farm," says William Conygham, Manager of Operations and Development of Hillside Farms. Conygham is also the great grandson of Will Conyngham who originally purchased the farm. The space offers unique opportunity for local students for study and service. "We hope that our students, faculty and staff will find this a great place to visit and retreat to. There may also be some opportunities for us to help with the development of project- through service learning, internships and faculty and staff consulting," said Wilkes University President Tim Gilmour. According to its website, the mission of The Lands at Hillside Farms is to preserve the land and its history and to promote choices that are healthy, conservation-minded and practical. "The Lands at Hillside Farms is dedicated to ... creating an invaluable educational, cultural and historic resource, a place with a community-driven purpose." "I believe their plans will provide a venue that will add much to our community and preserve a significant amount of acreage in a natural state. As this region grows in the near future, we are going to find land conservancy efforts such as this to be extremely important," said Gilmour. "The Lands at Hillside Farms advocates for farming that will last. Giving local farmers a place to market their produce, which in turn provides local customers healthy locally produced food. Today farming has become very large scale, on average produce travels 1,500 miles from production to consumption," added Conygham. Since October 2005, The Lands at Hillside Farms has sought to draw patrons in its weekly offering oflocal music, storytellers and artisans. The programs are aimed at providing cultural events to benefit the community. "These programs help to provide the community with a non-commercial experience, a way that life should be," said Conygham. This project may take over $20 million to complete. To this point, the management team at The Lands at Hillside Farms have relied on being honest and earnest, telling people what they envision and what community members could do to sustain the efforts. "This project has been a life lesson. It has helpe~ to adjust our thinking from, 'there is no way this could happen' to figuring out how to make it happen. Each little step is helping work towards making a dream come true. It is amazing to see a group of people that says 'I am not only going to dream this but I am going to make it happen,"' said Conygham. Student GovernIDent Notes April 26 Meeting -Delta Epsilon Chi appeared for second reading to attain club status. Rich Hannick made a motion to recognize Delta Epsilon Chi as an SG club and to transfer their $800 from existing club account. Jon McClave seconded the motion and the motion passed 26-1-8. -Choral Club appeared for second reading of a fund request to support singing venues in Lowville, New York and Toronto, Canada. Meghan Badach made a motion to allocate $3,000 to the Choral Club and Matt Brown seconded the motion. The motion passed 14-12- 9. ar. The Beacon/John Mishanski n Hillside Farms, located in Shavertown, has been transformed into a site of historic significance. The Lands at Hillside Farms, a non-profit organization, was organized in December 2005 to restore the land and make it into an area where individuals can engage in a learning experience in the fields of agriculture, history, science and culture. -S.I.F.E. appeared for second reading of a fund request to pay for National Competition in Kansas City. Jon McClave made a motion to allocate $4,500 to S.I.F.E. and Josh Swantek seconded the motion. The motion passed 21-210. -Biology Research group appeared for a donation request in order to help pay for nine students to attend the American Society of Plant Biologists confer- erice in Boston during August. Kristina Erat made a motion to allocate the full $2,881.78 to the group and Jenn Cerra seconded the motion. The motion passed 26-3-4. -Courtney Amrhein made a motion to allocate up to $250 to be spent at the last SG meeting of the year, next week, on food and snacks for the meeting. Tony Scerbo seconded the motion and the motion passed 26-3-4. -Dr. Mencer received the faculty choice award voted on by the students during the presidential elections survey. -Study Break Party will be held May 4 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the ballroom. -Executive Board nominations were accepted. Vice President: Andrew Eckert, David Sborz Recording Secretary: Sarina Kapoor, Meghan Badach Treasurer: Jon McClave, Tony Scerbo Corresponding Secretary: Stephanie Victor, Jenn Cerra, Jeff Bauman �4 NEWS MAY 1, 2006 Mentoring Task Force grants to support research, programs BY JOSEPH DEANGELIS Beacon Staff Writer As mentoring has emerged as the unique brand for the institution, Wilkes officials have now put their money where their mouths are. New mentoring project and mini-grants have now become available for faculty and staff who are engaging in unique projects that advance the concept of mentoring students at all levels. Appointed a year ago by Wilkes University President Tim Gilmour, the Mentoring Task Force is now offering grants for members of the Wilkes community to im- prove upon the means by which they reach and establish academic partnerships with students. "I think it's a wonderful opportunity for the campus's creative juices to really fl.ow and to the benefit of our students," said Mike Frantz, the Vice President of Emollment and Marketing and a member of the Mentoring Task Force. "The benefits there are enormous." "I think the university came to realize that we are characterized by a culture that is very rich in learning through relationships and mentoring has been a ~haracteristic that goes back through the institution through the decades ... It seems to be a defining element in Wilkes education," said Paul S. Adams, the Vice President of Student Affairs. "So we've decided how we can do it even better." There are two different types of grants available. One is a minigrant for one-time mentoring opportunities, worth up to $1,000. The other is a Project Fund Grant, which can be awarded for mentoring projects anywhere between $1,000 to $50,000. "We have the money available and we want people to make use of it and we're excited by some of these projects," Adams said. One of the approved projects was a mini-grant for Dr. Terese Wignot, an associate professor of chemistry and the Director of Science in Motion, for her students to present their papers at the MidAtlantic Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society. "It really helps the students financially," Wignot said. "The students would have had to pay out of their own pockets." Wignot also notes that the grants allow students to be able to experience things they could not have experienced without the program. The mentoring grants may serve as a way to bring new ideas into the campus and the community at large as they allow for faculty, students, and possibly alumni to fund creative initiatives. "If students have ideas, I would encourage them to speak with their faculty members as well as with staff members," Frantz said. "If they have ideas, bring them forward so we will serving students' needs the best." Adams has high hopes for the Mentoring Task Force. "It is our hope that we can distinguish Wilkes and help it become the premier small university in the mid-Atlantic region that focuses on mentoring," he said. "It's our hope that all of the students are touched in one way shape or form by these mentoring initiatives." Student Government proposed 2006-07 budget discussed BY VICTORIA WHITE Beacon News Editor The Student Govermnent (SG) proposed budget for the 2006-2007 school year was presented at the April 26 SG meeting. Executive Board treasurer, Jon McClave provided SG members with copies of the proposed budget at the April 19 meeting in order to give members the opportunity to look over the proposed budget before it was discussed. At the April 26 meeting McClave went over the budget details and answered questions about the proposed budget in order to ensure everyone was informed for the vote at the last SG meeting of the year on May 3. This year's SG budget totaled $420, and many of the budget amounts remained the same as previous years, with only a few changes. Those clubs proposed to receive the same amount of funding as in the 2005-2006 budget are: Amnicola, Circle K and Crew Club. The amounts in the SG All College Fund, General Fund, Special Projects Fund, Spirit Fund and Conferences Fund are proposed to remain the same, as well. There are many clubs and organizations on campus that are receiving increases in their budget amounts. Alternative Spring Break, Bacchus, Community Service, Commuter Council, MSC, Residence Life and the Speech and Debate team are all slotted for increases in the amount that SG will be allotting them for the 2006-2007 school year. The budget proposes a significant increase for cheerleading, going from $3,700 to $8,000. McClave explained the increase, "The cheerleaders are receiving new mats and uniforms that are NCAA required." Another large change was in the decrease The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski At the April 26 Student Government meeting Executive Board Treasurer Jon McClave described the budget increases as well as those aspects that will remain the same. Some clubs are slated to receive the same amount of funding, while others will receive budget increases. One of the largest changes involves the transfer of funds from Programming Board to Off Campus Council (OCC) to cover the cost of Block Party, which will be run in the future by OCC. Due to a lack of spending, a cut in underclass budgets has also been proposed. of the Programming Board budget by $20,000 and the subsequent increase ol the OCC (Off Campus Council) budge1 from the proposed $3,000 to $23,000. "The big change is that OCC is taking over Block Party, so we took the money from Programming Board that would have been spent on Block Party and pu1 it in the OCC," McClave said. The 2006-2007 OCC president, Andrew Steinberg said, "We are extremely excited about taking over Block Party, this is something that was originally meant for OCC. We are extremely excited that it is coming back home to OCC. We are excited to accept the challenge of Block Party. We realize that i1 is a big challenge for a little club, bu1 we are excited about that challenge." The only accounts that will be decreased are internal SG funds. The leadership fund will be decreased as well as the club start-up fund . Each ol the underclass budgets is also proposed to receive less money than in previous years. "The amount that the classes receive will be heated, but they are not spending the money that they currently receive and they are trying to hold it over until their senior year and that is not wha1 the money is meant for. We budget for the senior socials by allotting the senior class $5,0Q..0," McClave said. With the discussion rather minimal a1 the April 26 SG meeting, the proposed 2006-2007 budget is expected to be voted on and passed at the May 3 meeting. �MAY 1, 2006 NEWS 5 WOODWARD from FRONT PAGE * the Third Circuit. This year's lecture held particular significance because it is the first since Rosenn's death on February 7, 2006. President Tim Gilmour said Rosenn was missed at this year's lecture. "All ofus who knew him, missed him and wished he could be there. Still, there is this wonderful legacy of his law clerks who return annually to the event and were there in great force this year in his memory," Gilmour said. At a dinner before the lecture, the judge's sons Dr. Daniel Rosenn and attorney Keith Rosenn announced that the law clerks and Rosenn's family had raised more than $400,000 to add to the lecture series endowment since the judge's death. "This is a major accomplishment and · goes well towards bringing the lecture to self-sufficiency," Gilmour said. The endowment has brought many significant leaders in law and humanities to Wilkes University for the past quarter century, including Woodward this year. During his career, Woodward has received many awards and accolades. The New York Times referred to Woodward as "the most famous investigative reporter in America." He is the only contemporary American writer to author or co-auther at least eight number one national best-selling The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski non-fiction books. The books include All Washington Post assistant managing editor Bob Woodward presented the keynote for the 25th annual Max Rosenn Lecture series the Presidents Men, which was made into a in Law and Humanities on April 23 and discussed political and media related issues. movie; The Final Days; The Agenda: Inside the Clinton White House and Bush at War. Woodward noted that he had particular tergate, press responsibility and the current publicly acknowledged last year his role as Woodward, as a young journalist, was able to uncover the Watergate scandal, where the pride in participating in the lecture series presidency. Woodward shared the 1973 informant. Pulitzer Prize with fellow Post journalist, In the lecture, Woodward acknowledged media was headed and advice to aspiring because his father was a judge. He began his speech by asking a series of"poll" ques- Carl Bernstein, for their series of investiga- he had sent President George Bush a 21 - journalists. For journalism students and media afficiations including: how many audience mem- tive reports that began with the break-in at page memo that outlined his findings for bers supported the policies that led to and Democratic headquarters at the Watergate a book he was writing about the war in nados alike, perhaps Woodward's most imsustained the Iraq war; how many Demo- hotel and followed through reports of lies, Iraq. He joked by saying co-workers told portant message of the evening was that the crats and Republicans were in attendance; financial mismanagement and illegal sur- him the President never read anything that media all too often rush a story to the public and how many felt that the government was veillance that led to the eventual demise of long when he was a student at Yale. But the before it is ready and before the facts are President did, in fact, read the memo and fully uncovered. He emphasized that it is justified in its secret surveillance of Ameri- President Richard Nixon's administration. Woodward recently released The Secret invited Woodward to interview him at the more important to be full and accurate than cans following 9/11. Woodward's subsequent confession that his poll was designed Man : The Story of Watergate s Deep Throat, White House. After over 500 questions, to report the story first. "Woodward said that the most important to see how many "rich, nosey, warmonger which examined the Watergate scandal and Woodward completed what he claimed is Republicans" were in the audience received the disclosure of former FBI operative, W. the longest interview in history with a sit- skill a journalist can have is to be a good listener. As a future journalist myself, I the first of several hearty crowd laughs Mark Felt, as "Deep Throat," Woodward's ting President on a single issue. anonymous deep background source for At the end of his speech, Woodward found his advice to be very meaningful," throughout the lecture. Woodward's speech was conversational the investigation. Woodward had main- opened the floor for a question and an- Adrienne Richards, junior communication in tone and structure and touched on Wa- tained Felt's anonymity until Felt's family swer session. Questions ranged from how studies major said. COMMENCEMENT from FRONT PAGE to be part of the May ceremony," Adams said. "We certainly provide far more activities in May and it creates a more celebrative spirit." Jennifer Haberek, senior communications studies major, is scheduled to graduate from Wilkes next winter. She thinks it is unfair to eliminate winter commencement. "We work just as hard, take the same classes, we do the same activities, and we are not getting the recognition we deserve as college students," she said. Haberek plans to come back for the May commencement, but feels it will be very different because she will have left the area and hopefully begun her career. "It will feel more like a homecoming instead of a graduation," she added. Adams stresseed that eliminating winter commencement does not delay someone's graduation date. "All it would simply delay is if they want to participate in acer- emony, it only affects the ceremony that they are in. If somebody finishes their degree as of the end of next fall semester, they are still going to graduate from the university at that time. It's not that they have to wait until May to say that they have their diploma." �Your Voices 7 Too early for 9/11 movies? 8 Jealousy at Harvard 8 6 Student protestors 01iss opportunity to enact change BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD At the height of the end-of-semester craziness, a handful of students found time to protest the issues of increased tuition, parking and laundry costs on Friday, April 21. these students set themselves up in the most visible, high traffic area on campus and remained there most of the day with posters, pins and lots of honking car horns. This marks the second protest on Wilkes campus in the past month, and it does represent a healthy sign of campus interest and debate. And on a campus where faculty and staff are worried that students are becoming apathetic towards important issues, we must take a moment to look at what the protest attempted to achieve and what it attempted to call into question. The protesting students took issue with increasing costs that come out of their pockets--tuition, the promised parking . fee hikes and the threat that students would face having to pay for their own laundry for the first time. Truly, tuition hikes are part and parcel of attending a university; as the cost of living rises (as it does each year) and the university makes plans to renovate and expand, students need to recognize the need for tuition hikes. And, if they don't like it, there are much more inexpensive state schools they can attend. While we applaud student engagement with issues at any level, Wilkes students seem especially concerned with issues of parking and laundry, perhaps because these are services that they pay for directly out of pocket throughout the school year. And, yeah, no one is denying that the parking increase isn't difficult to bear. The fact remains, however, that the protests did not accomplish any change for the campus with their shouting and honking. And we find it interesting that it's the issue of having to pay for laundry that drives students to create slogans and create their own varia- Nickle for Your Thoughts By Jason Nickle ovt5c.}noo\s ou+--- tt)( fu, SUM t1e,r E\1~r ! tions on "We Shall Overcome." We haven't seen anything close to such engagement on issues like the Iraq war, civil rights or even local challenges with · racial profiling. Three dollars a week for laundry is apparently far more personal. As the counter-protestors attempted to convey, those students protesting rising costs should have attended the informational meetings at Student Government in order to better understand the motives behind the increases. Additionally, they should have attended the meetings to get their questions answered and put the right people in the hot seat to demand explanations. Instead, they waved signs in students' faces and clamored for passers-by to honk their horns. Oniversity administrators have removed the laundry issue from the table and will instead return to it next year. This small gain for students opposed to the hikes was achieved not by the waving and yelling, but instead by the mature individuals who regularly attended the meetings and let their voices be heard in the appropriate manner. And while the protestors may have thought they were being influential with their choice of venue and date, allowing their protest to coincide with the meeting of the Board of Trustees, truly their protest did little more than annoy students attempting to get to class and get the local press excited. At a university like Wilkes, students will protest issues of concern from time to time. And, in some ways, students should feel comforted by the fact that administrators and public safety officers tolerated such protests. It is always healthy to let the community know when you disagree with something. However, it is more important to let your voice be heard with the intention of enacting change. Those students quietly sitting in the SG meetings and respectfully commenting on the issues they were concerned with enacted change. And, for future students, just as we can all expect protestors to take to the streets time and time again on campus, so should we continue to expect tuition ·hikes and increases in costs. It is a simple fact of life. However, the lesson is that change can be enacted, if it is undertaken respectfully and in an informed manner. Beacon Poll Results The following are results of a poll that The Beacon conducted online this past week. The poll was unscientific, and does not claim to reflect the overall attitudes of students on campus. Results are based on 52 responses. The Beacon asked: Which celebrity would be the worst date? ' . . .• . • • . . • Courtney Love - 12% Carrot Top - 17% Gilbert Gottfried - 6% Janet Reno - 12% * Anna Nicole Smith - 6% Paris Hilton - 7% Marilyn Manson - 10% Bill O'Reilly - 21 % Danny Bonaduce - 6% Other - 3% �MAY 1, 2006 OPINION 7 YOUR VOICES Protestor responds to critics It's A i>og's World Dear Editor: As I read Seth Barnetsky's letter in the opinion section to my beloved companion, Oliver (my golden retriever), Oliver just sat on the sofa in my living room and rolled his eyes. Yes, Oliver does wear a choker chain, but it is more of a fashion statement rather than a device to curtail his freedom. Any of my friends, colleagues or students who have visited my home will attest to Oliver's cushy lifestyle. While I am at school, Oliver rests at home and spends the days listening to classical music and news reports on WVIA FM; he is probably more cultured and more informed of current events than most of us. After school I take him to a local park where he runs freely and visits with his friends, Doc and Csoki, two chocolate labs. Most evenings I have a myriad of students or friends at our home for dinner. Oliver is pampered by all of our visitors, and he is served hors-d' oeuvres and dinner with the rest of us. Last evening I went to dinner at one of my favorite restaurants. My food server, June, came to my dinner table with a 12 ounce filet mignon, medium rare, for me to take home to Oliver. Apparently the customer who ordered the steak wanted her meat rare and sent back the somewhat overcooked filet. So Oliver fed on filet mignon and steamed asparagus for dinner. I had chicken parmesan! On late afternoons during the summer, Oliver can be spotted on the Link/Candelario dock at Harvey's Lake while enjoying the breeze and a cool swim. On weekends during the summer he joins his Aunt Cathy and Uncle Jimmy on the dock and snacks on fresh shrimp and baked brie. He's vacationed on the Outer Banks of North Carolina and at the Jersey shore, and he has traveled to most of the states in New England. He receives more Christmas gifts than I, and most of my holiday cards are addressed to Oliver Harrington. When I am away at a conference or am out of town without my dear companion, he is cared for by some of the nicest Wilkes students in his own home; he has never set foot in a kennel! Mr. Barnetsky, you would probably enjoy having the type oflifestyle that my dear Oliver has; I know I would! Jim Harrington Wilkes University Advising Coordinator Chronic campus miss the point protestors To the Editor: Last week, two letters in The Beacon raised objections to the donkey basketball protest that occurred in early April. In my experience, whenever there is a protest, certain objections arise. One is that the cause is silly or misguided. This claim was, in effect, made by Seth Barnetsky, claiming that those ofus protesting are hypocritical and should be doing volunteer work. Another common objection is that there are better ways of achieving one's goal (in this case, improved treatment of nonhuman animals). This was expressed by Meagan Brown. In this case, both objections are confused. Let's consider the latter first. Why is it necessary, as Meagan seems to suggest, that we make a choice between saving individual animals and working to increase awareness of inappropriate or unjust practices? Many of us do both and I would argue that both are important. I applaud Meagan for her efforts in improving individual animals' lives. She is making a real difference in the world. Protesting practices that one regards as unjust is also important, however, and protesting is an American tradition going all the way back to the Boston Tea Party. In many protests, the ultimate aim is to better the condition of individuals by changing harmful practices. This generally requires causing controversy, which Meagan objects to. Social practices are rarely changed, however, without controversy and the disruption of society. Consider the abolition of slavery, women's suffrage, civil rights struggles, etc. As for Seth's comments, I fail to see any hypocrisy in our protest. Oliver, the dog who accompanied Jim Harrington to the protest, has an enviable life. And, while I don't know everyone who was at the protest, I do know many of them and they are people who work for the better treatment of all animals, human and nonhuman. Many do volunteer work on a variety of causes, including domestic violence, gay rights, women's and children's rights, animal rescue, spay and neuter programs and more. But even if this were not the case, it would fail to affect the truth (or falsity) of our claims about the donkeys. That has to rest on the evidence and the moral claims. When harm is being done to individuals against their will, the cause of stopping that harm is not silly. We all need to think carefully on these issues, realizing when we are dragging in red herrings (something that I would oppose both on grounds of philosophical irrelevance and the mistreatment of the herrings themselves) or when we are just not thinking clearly. For example, a person holding a protest sign th;tt reads, "Don't Be An Ass! Don't Be A Protestor!" is implying that he, himself, is an ass. Personally, I like asses, but a sign such as that is either an error or a very curious strategy ... Linda Paul Associate Professor of Philosophy Dear Editor: Once again another thing has happened on our campus that has me ashamed to be called a Wilkes student and should make a lot of my fellow students feel the same way. On April 21, a group of Wilkes students stood on South Street outside of the SUB and shamelessly yelled at the cars that passed by to honk for them. Their purpose for acting like madmen? Apparently they were protesting the rising cost of tuition and how their programs are being terminated as a thing our school is offering. What really happened out there that Friday afternoon was a bunch of chronic protestors--you know the people who will always find something to scream and holler about--yelling and screaming incomprehensible words to cars as they went by. Luckily for my sanity and for the dignity of our fine institution, there was an island of calm in this stormy sea. Andrew Steinberg and a few associates led a counter-protest, "fighting the power that fights the power." These counter-protestors, or six percenters, made some signs and stood amongst the yelling, foaming at the mouth and unreasonable protestors and let their message get spread in a different kind of way. The six percenters stood calmly and waited with signs saying things such as "Support Reason, money needed for change." Everything was going fine until one of the rabid chronic protestors realized that the signs were not supporting their cause. Then the trouble started. What happened was one of the chronicers started shouted obscenities at the 6-percenters. Other chronicers took up the cause and tried to start various arguments with the 6-percenters. What did the 6-percenters do? All they did was try very hard not to laugh in their opposition's faces. What the chronicers were doing was just making fools out of themselves. They were incomprehensive, irrational and at times resembled a rabid dog, foaming at the mouth and growling. Whatever happened to coming together as reasonable people to discuss issues? Seems to me that that would be the best thing to do in this situation. Why not, instead of yelling and screaming and making fools out of yourselves, hold a meeting or set up a table in the SUB to get that petition signed? Presenting a reasonable, rational front is a lot better then shamelessly yelling at cars to honk for you. Another thing about your protesting, try to get all of your information right. One of the things you were screaming about was the laundry issue, which had already been taken care of. One last thing before I lose my patience: when done protesting at an event, clean up after yourselves. The 6-percenters had to pick up all the extra signs and blank petition papers that you left behind. Thank God you weren't protesting something environmental because then you would have made hypocrites out of yourselves. Thank God that there were some reasonable people on that street on that Friday. Jim Morrison Junior History major �MAY 1, 2006 OPINION 8 Is it too soon for a 9/11 01ovie, A01erica? BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. Features Editor Last Friday, those Americans looking to venture out to the movies had many options to chose from. However, there was one film that caused a buzz, even while reports noted audiences were frequently stunned to silence. United 93 stands out not only for its name or controversial theme, but because it has raised a nationwide question: is it too soon for a movie that delves into the September 11, 2001 tragedy? The fact that the film depicts the day that will forever be etched in Americans' minds is enough to have many people up in arms. I, however, am not one of those people. It was inevitable that a film about 9/11 would eventually make its way out of Hollywood. The actual day was filled with the sorts of stories that normally draw audiences--tragedy, heroism and action. In fact, when I watched the planes crash into the World Trade Center on television, it seemed like I was watching the latest Hollywood blockbuster. That sort of thing happens We all remember the epic, top-grossing of when Will Smith is facing down aliens or all time film Titanic that came out in 1997. when Harrison Ford finally sees something However, most might not be aware that a bad enough to spur him to action. It doesn't mere 29 days after the Titanic actually sank, happen in real life. a black and white picture entitled Saved Five years seems like a long time to most, from the Titanic was released. but has it been long enough that audiences Another example of the rush from realitycan deal with the inevitable emotional drain to-film can be found in the Vietnam War. that reliving the day's horrific events will The war ended in 1972 with a death toll of bring? over 200,000 Americans. Seven years later, An examination of film industry and its Apocalypse Now won two Oscars. treatment of world-changing events offers In April, 1942, the first movie about Pearl the answer: yes. Courtesy of Yahoo!Movies.com Harbor, Secret Agent ofJapan was released, and on its heels the next year the film December 7, 1941 won an Academy Award. These examples suggest that audiences will not think it is too soon for a 9/11 movie. I feel that it is time for America to remember and embrace this defining moment. In addition, this isn't the first movie dedicated to the events of September 11. Fahrenheit 911 is the most successful documentary of all time, grossing over $200 million. Also, 9/11, the two hour made for television documentary, had over 39 million viewers, making it the most watched non-sports broadcast in history. So, if so many wanted to see these films, why wouldn't they want to see United 93? Along with United 93, another movie presently titled World Trade Center is set to debut later this year. The film industry clearly believes America is ready. I was not going to see this film. I took it as a way for the rich producers and actors of the movie world to cash in on the pain of fallen family members. I then found out that the makers of United 93 received the approval of each and every relative of passengers who were on the flight. So, if those closely effected by 9/11 can give their thumbs up to this project, why, too, can't the rest ofus? This is an opportunity for Americans pay respect to those who gave their lives so some could be saved. Yes, some images may be painful to watch and yes, some dialogue will be hard to listen to, but it is time to remember the heroes and the fact that there is still an enemy out there. Hopefully this movie is a way for America to cope with 9/11. I personally feel drawn to this film, like I need to see it. It's a need that says. "Honor this tradegy and those involved," and use it as a way to let go of those horrible images still in the back of my mind. There may be some people who are emotionally not ready to see this film. To them, I say simply do not go to the theater, but don't question integrity of this film because there are many Americans who are ready to process the events of 9/11. Jealousy causes unwarranted attack at Harvard BY MYLES RUMBEL Beacon Asst. A&E Editor Those who don't read the "Entertainment" section of Google News religiously may have missed this story. Recently, Harvard sophomore and published author, Kaavya Viswanathan, was accused of plagiarism. Her novel, How Opal Mehta Got Kissed, Got Wild, and Got a Life, was thought to be a rip off of author Megan McCafferty from her books Sloppy Firsts and Second Helpings. Apparently, different passages had "similarities" between the works. The Harvard Crimson, Viswanathan's school newspaper, broke the story. I have some skepticism as to whether or not this author actually plagiarized or is simply being roasted by her fellow students. First, let me point out that both are chicklit novels. Anything after Bridget Jones Diary, The Devil Wears Prada and possibly Legally Blonde is pretty much plagiarism. All involve a woman who is niave to the world, but learns to get out of her comfort zone and try something new. Typically, that transition involved finding at least one new friend and of course a boyfriend. These books inevitably chronicle the humorous and fairly embarrassing screw ups along the way. That's the genre. It's hard to dispute if you've read any of these novels. So, I ask if it is so hard to believe that Viswanathan and McCafferty have similarities between them? The books probably follow a similar plot structure and more than likely, if pressed - I could probably go out and find at least one other book that is similar. In addition, the passages in question, while similar, are not exact and occur in very different parts of the novels. One of the cited passages is from page 6 in McCafferty's novel and 39 of Viswanathan's. Another is 23 7 and 51, respectively. Essentially, Viswanathan is being accused of reading, stealing and rearranging certain passages in a novel. I'm wondering why someone would need to do such a thing? Wouldn't it be easier to write it? Even if you're not creative, think about the hard work it would take to steal solely 14 or more passages and fit them into your work? I would never be that determined. Even though I'd side with Viswanathan because of how simply idiotic someone would have to be to do the above, there's a larger issue here. Viswanathan's college newspaper "outed" her. This happened on April 23. A quick visit to The Crimsons online site and it is obvious it hasn't let up. Look at the six editors "sharing their thoughts." However, I'd like to point out that on April 19, in the "Arts" section of The Crimson, a writer, Elizabeth W. Green, stated, "A little-known fact about Harvard students is that we hate each other almost as much as the rest of the world hates us--maybe more. When one of us succeeds, the rest of us go berserk. Public congratulations barely conceal private disgust, which turns out to be an even poorer mask for deep, soul-burningjealousy and crippling self-doubt." This was before going into a review ofViswanathan's novel. To say I am shocked at this attack is an understatment. If in fact she did plagarize, publish a story. However, to begin this witchhunt with what Havard had is ridiculous. It is easy to determine "similarities" from the chick-lit genre. Maybe the Havard students aren't aware of it. Maybe they should be. It's just a shame that Viswanathan was ckstroyed by her own school. �FEATURES MAY 1, 200-6 Wilkes Idol Campus Renovations Block Party 9 10 11 -~------- 9 ~- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - . , SIFE team to compete in nationals BYRICHHANNICK Beacon Staff Writer The Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE) group is taking its talents to on the road to Kansas City, Missouri from May 19-24, at the national competition that celebrates business entrepreneurship. Dr. Jeffrey Alves, Allan P. Kirby Professor of Free Enterprise and Entrepreneurship, has been the advisor for SIFE for close to a decade. "I like to get students doing stuff rather than just bookwork," said Alves. He also noted that this trip to nationals is the third one in four years for Wilkes University. Jenna Strzelecki, junior business administration major decided to join because one of the former presidents of SIFE spoke to her about all of the great opportunities it included. Matt Brown, sophomore entrepreneurship major decided to join SIFE because he discovered an enthusiasm for business. Whatever the reason for joining SIFE, the organization has been challenging young entrepreneurs to think outside the box (and outside the classroom) for many years. The SIFE team was able to get to the national stage by competing in regionals where members formally present various projects to a panel of judges. "We conduct about. .. fifteen projects a year. They deal with market economics, free enterprise system, entrepreneurship and business ethics," said Strzelecki. This year 's team competed against many schools from various states throughout the Courtesy of SIFE The members of Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE) recently attended a regional competition in Boston. After presentations about the fifteen projects they completed this year, the team earned a spot in the national competition in Kansas City. For the third time in four years, Wilkes University will be represented at the national competition. nation. Strzelecki added, "The top two schools in each region advance to nationals." Brown explained that the presentation students must prepare runs about twenty-five minutes and is delivered by four presenters. He added the importance of teamwork and stressed that students must, "Practice, practice, practice until we know it." Alves acknowledged that even though this group is quite young, with one senior, they have many talents that have carried them this far. Alves said, "They are very energetic, they are very dedicated and our presentation was smoother at regionals than it ever has been." Four of the people on this year's team actually have some experience at nationals, so they were able to fill in the first timers about what to expect. Strzelecki noted that other than the pre- sentation itself at nationals there will be many conferences and seminars that the participants could attend. Brown felt that SIFE gave students a good bpportunity to get involved in the community to make a bigger difference. "Not only the school community, but the Wilkes-Barre community," Brown added. Wilkes Idol showcases the talented and the talented-at-heart BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. Features Editor The hit reality show American Idol has captured the nation's attention for the past five years, inspiring thousands of would-be singers to dream a little. Wilkes offically joined the scores of other communities to offer its own local version of the popular talent contest. Last week, the sophomore class sponsored Wilkes Idol, a singing contest that mimicked the actual show. A total of 15 contestants participated, and the event lasted a little over two hours. Each participant sang a song of his or her choice a capella for the first round. Though Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul were no- where to be found, a panel of five student and faculty judges split the contestants into the best eight and the worst seven. Unlike American Idol, "Wilkes Idol" allowed the worst participants to duke it out for an iPod Nano. In the second round of the competition, the participants sang with musical accompaniment and the top three were selected in both categories. Many students showed up to root for their friends and show their support. Matt Brown, sophomore business major and one of the coordinators of the event said, "For our first time, it went pretty well. I'm happy with the turnout." See IDOL page 10 The Beacon/N ick Zmijewski The panel of five Wilkes Idol judges included both faculty and students. The judges were responsible for scoring contestants' performances. They also made both pleasant and discourteous comments to the singers in the second and third rounds. �10 FEATURES Ca01pus renovations hinder roo01 selection process the university has leased twelve new apartments in the University Towers building and seven new apartments at the University It's that time of year again. Commons building. Spring flowers are blooming all over According to Yeninas, making sure that campus, students are prepping for finals, each student has a place to stay is "not graduation is right around the comer and something that happens overnight." the university is busy making sure that all "We've been talking about it for a while, returning students (and new admissions and making plans to ensure that we'll have transfers and maybe even some commuters enough beds for everybody," said Yeninas. who have decided to dorm) have on-camBecause seniority and the number of credpus housing for the Fall '06 semester. its a student takes during a semester can be That's right, it's time for "room selection," the deciding factor on whether or not they a rather involved process that requires a ton get the room of their choice, Yeninas advisof planning, communication and, most of es students to act early in the room selection all, patience. process to make sure they get the room they Every year, Wilkes University's residence want. life office makes it a point to allow students Yeninas noted that getting deposits in and to have input regarding where they would asking questions early on could make a diflike to live the following year. Given the ference in whether or not a student gets their number of apartments and dormitories desired arrangement. available on campus, it is always a cha!Elizabeth Roveda, resident director, also lenge to meet every student's demands and, implied that in the room selection process, according to Gretchen Yeninas, director of timing is everything. residence life, this year hasn't been any "As long as students pay their deposit, easier. we'll hold their chosen spot on campus," "On-campus housing was more popular said Roveda. for next year than I had expected," said Roveda also noted that there will be a lotYeninas. "We had estimated that we would tery on Tuesday, May 2 at 9:00 a.m. in Stark have about 550 returning students and we 101 for those who have been displaced due had just over 600 contracts turned in, so to next fall's renovations and at 9:30 a.m. we're on a waiting list right now." for those who have not yet made living arTo accommodate the number of returning rangements for next semester. and new students who are planning on !iv"Most people have already applied for ing on-campus next semester, and to com- housing but we urge those who didn't to pensate for Delaware and Chesapeake Halls come on May 2 to try to find a room onwhich will undergo renovations this fall, campus," said Roveda. """,........"'1'1""....,_===r--========., BY ERICA LEO Beacon Staff Writer MAY IDOL from PAGE 10 The participants chose songs from various musical genres and covered everything from the standard American gospel "Amazing Grace" to a rocking single by Bon Jovi. While all of the participants demonstrated enthusiasm for the event, Keith Heim, P2 pharmacy major stole the show and took first place in the best category. Heim sang "I'm Already There" by Lonestar, "I'll Be" by Edwin McCain and Bon Jovi's "It's My Life." "I think it was really fun. I know this is something small, but I get to show people what I like to do," said Heim. While this may have been a small public display of talent, Heim actually m_ade it to the third round of the real American Idol two years ago. He took away the grand prize in the "Wilkes Idol" competition, an iPod Video. In the worst category, freshman pre-pharmacy major Leslie Centeno entertained the crowd with his not so smashing rendition of "As Long As You Love Me" by the Backstreet Boys. Centeno does not see his title as the "worst competitor" as an embarrassment. "It's 1 2006 great. I feel like a winner," he said. Both Heim and Centeno were asked to give an encore performance at Saturday's Block Party. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Pat Nardone, freshman business major, sings "You Remind Me" by Usher in the second round of the worst competition for Wilkes Idol. Savel Lives. D ro nate Plasr'mla Today. · Earn up to $2.00 ·a Month ! The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Students in Sturdevant Hall go over room selections and living details for next year with their Resident Assistant. The residence life office allows students to have an input as to where they live and who they live with on campus. Interstate Blood & Prasma Inc .. 6 615 Caray Ava Wi lmsBarra,. Pa Cal (511)~823-411& �MAY 1, 2006 FEATURES 11 Sunshine ensures over the top fun for Block Party BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. Features Editor The greenway was bustling with noise and the rich aroma of cheese steaks wafted in the warm April sunshine this past Saturday, signs of a successful Block Party. Block Party is a long-standing Wilkes tradition that allows the student body to come together for a day of great food, games and over the top fun--and offers a break from the end of semester academic stress. There were many reason!'> to venture out to the Greenway for Block Party. First, the food: the menu featured cheese steaks, Rita's Italian Ice and a buffet of picnic food. Students also had a variety of options to choose from when it came to games. There were inflatable slides, bungee harnesses and toilet seat races to name a few. And what would a picnic be without music? Five Percent, along with three other local bands, provided live tunes to the masses all day long. The huge crowds made it obvious the students were enjoying themselves. Matt Brown, sophomore business major, agreed. "I really enjoyed the bands, especially The Five Percent." Jenn Cerra, Pl pharmacy said, "I think Block Party turned out great. The music, food and inflatable games provided a lot of fun for everyone." Amanda Grippo, sophomore nursing major, enjoys coming to Block Party and its accessability for commuters. "Being a commuter, it is hard to attend alot of the activities Wilkes has on campus. However, Block Party is a great way to get all students together for a day of good fun," she said. Kate Baas, sophomore English major, summed up why she felt Block Party was successful. "This year's Block Party was definitely successful. I think a lot can be attributed to the beautiful weather, but it was also extremely well organized with many activities for everyone to enjoy." The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Jenn Prell, senior biology major, enjoys her time on the bungee harnesses. This was one of many activities offered to students at Block Party. Inflatable slides and other games gave students the chance to relax and relieve some stress before the end of the semester. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski The John Frinzi Band performs for students on the Greenway. 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Last year was all about the bohemian look, this year the look is much classier and sophisticated. Men Women BY MYLES RUMBEL Beacon Asst. A&E Editor Bigger and better - sunglasses are back this year. Styles like "Aviator" offer a sharp and sleek look especially matched with a short haircut or fu n visor.- For countless options, look for shades at H&M or the Sunglass Hut. As is the case for the women's fashions, polos have been· gaining popularity among men for a couple of years now this summer they are a safe way to look fun and trendy. Stripped polos are the rage, and even though they are horizontal stripes, try them on for size. Trendy polos can be found anywhere from places like Abercrombie, American Eagle and Hollister. As always, flip flops/thongs are a huge. They make a great, comfortable footwear no matter where you go. They make for easy transitions from the beach to the boardwalk. While these can be found at most stores, checkout AE.com and pick the colors you want. ~===·=~ :/;-c'·'·" Cropped pants are back with a vengeance this year. Capris and Gaucho pants have giv way to the return of cropped pants, also known as Ber muda shorts. This long and skinny Veil sion of regular shorts can be touched up with pin str ipes or sailor-style buttons. '.l,"o.keep wa on cool nights, cropped pants look great with a form-fitting jacket or light sweatet. .Knee h boots, ankle boots, or even sandals look super trendy too! To add some coJot to the ward.rob throw on a pair of opaque tights and some open toed sandals for a lw ktbat's sure to stan out. Preppy polo tops have always been a "safe" article of clotliing; that is both cute and trendy but now polos are again emerging as a major fashion $latement. 'Printed oxfords and colorfu polo shirts look great with jeans or skirts with a cute pair of speakers or flats. Ille preppy• cool look is easy, and not terribly expensive, especially with a cute t-shirt over tlie pow an~ of course a popped ctJJJat. Don't have a lot to spend on thelook? Hit up OW 'avy "'h the. have tons of prints and cc,lors for prices that won't burn a bole in the well· . Sticking with the classy and sophisticated theme, tulip $forts aw back. Last spring's bohemian skirts became a little mire fol'Ul I ~ and shorter, and Voita! the birth of the tulip skirt. 'fhese 00 are versatile because they art gr(}?~ for evening outings, as W(} with a blazer and pair otpu{tJM .lo wm.irto ork. Eal ing right at tire kn~t these mJip skirts ate classy ana ¢hie and 'Will be.sure to oke a major fashion $tatement. Hollister, Zuma Beach Polo, $29.50 Fossil, Darren Flip Flops, $30 Sunglass Hut, Vogue Sunglasses, $99.95 Get The Look! Jil Sander, Viscose Tulip Skirt, $178 Old Navy, Distressed Polo, $16.50 * Juicy Couture, Stretch Twill Bermudas, $138 .Phot~ :Researdu~r, Stephanie DeBalko assisted this Jliide. �MAY 1, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 Su0101er 01ovies pro01ise thrills, c~ills and a few laughs BY ALISON SHERRY Beacon Correspondent Believe it or not, the summer holiday is nearly upon us. The official start is usually marked by Memorial Day weekend. For some, the promise of summer means graduation, a job search, vacations, or friend and family time. But no matter what the summer holds in store, don't forget to get out of the heat and check out some of the summer's most promising flicks. The Da Vinci Code - opens May 19 May 19 will never be the same after the movie release everyone has been waiting for. Dkected by Ron Howard and based on the bestseller by Dan Brown, The Da Vinci Code holds great promise to be one of the hottest films of the summer. And naturally with Ron Howard directing and Tom Hanks leading an impressive cast, whisperings of "Oscar" have already begun. For those people who haven't yet been hooked by symbology-mania or read the book, Brown's plot centers on Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon (Hanks) who is awakened by an urgent phone call that an elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the famous French museum. The call, and Langdon 's subsequent investigation, launch a story that moves at breakneck speed with endless trails of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo Da Vinci that lead to a dark and secret society. Along with cryptologist Sophie Neveu (Audrey Tautou), Langdon races through London, Paris and beyond to solve a stunning historical truth before the mystery is lost forever. Pirates of the Caribbean 2- opens July 7 Fans of tbe Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom duo will definitely have a great reason to hit theaters this SlJ.Wmer with the release of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man Chest. The sequel picks up where the original left off following the story of Jack Sparrow (Depp), Will Turner (Bloom) and Elizabeth Swann (Keira Knightley) and their ongoing battle with Captain Barbossa (Geoffrey Rush) and the gang of supernatural pirates. Jack finds himself once again tangled in a web of supernatural intrigue when he discovers that he owes a bloody debt to the legendary Davey Jones, ruler of the ocean and captain of the ghostly Flying Dutchman. Unless Jack uses his unique wits to get out of this one, he will be cursed to an afterlife of servitude and damnation. As if that isn't enough, Captain Jack's problems prove to be the thorn in the blissful wedding plans of Wtll Turner and Elizabeth Swann who quickly find themselves in the midst of Jack's misadventures. Cars- June 9th What would the summer be without a little computer animated fun? Disney and Pixar have followed in the tradition of Finding Nemo and Toy Story to bring us the newest computer hilarity, Cars. With voices by George Carlin, Owen Wilson, Cheech Marin and Larry the Cable Gu~ Cars is sure to be the next Disney and Pixar hit that draws both adults and kids alike. The story tracks Lightning McQueen, a rookie race car. While speeding his way to the big race, he crashes into Radiator Springs, doing a little too .;much damage. The cocky roadster is sentenced to community service and although he' II do anything to get away.from the hard labor, McQueen soon learns to respect the kindness of Radiator Springs in~ habitants and finds a way to getoutofthe town and back to the race. s Courtesy Yahoo! Movies Other movies slated for a summer opening: -X-Men: Th~ Last Stand- May 26 -Omen 666- June 6 (yes, that's 06/06/06) -Fast and the Furious: The Tokyo Drift- June 16 -Garfield 2- June 23 -Superman Returns- June 30 -You, Me, and Dupree- July 14 -The U.S. vs. John Lennon-July 21 -Apocalypto- August 4 -World Trade Center- August 11 -'The Night Listener- August 18 e01ories of watching 01ovies through a windshield Nostalgia meets todays Hollywood at surviving drive-ins Y DONNA TALARICO I once attended a township meeting jn Nescopeck Township. The new township building is in the former concession stand of an old drive-in. A woman at the meeting suggested that supervisors make the old screen into a sign for the municipal building, as most seem to miss it the first time they drive past, thinking itsjust a roadside memory. There is nothing quite like the drive-in, especially on a nice summer night. Catching a brand new movie on an old screen offers just the right blend of nostalgia aµd, c:1,ppreciation for today's advances in film. Sometimes, when I am really capturing the moment, for a split second I swear I could blink and see nothing but '57 Chevys around me, carrying guys in leather coats and gals with pony tails having a swell time. Sadly though, I keep seeing more and more empty screens, weed-filled driveways leading up to them. There is one in West Wyoming and another in Larksville. And the three I mentioned are just in Luzerne County. We are lucky to have one surviving and very active drive-in, although it suffers from the occasional flood. Last September the Garden Drive-In in Plymouth Township was closed temporarily thanks to Ivan's wrath. But, it was able to reopen for the rest of the fall season. The Garden reopened for the 2006 season in mid-April. The drive-in is a tradition for many. My boyfriend's parents, in their mid-50s, still go each Friday night to relive their youthful days. And, like his dad does for his mom, my boyfriend often buys me a chili dog, soda and a ticket for an outdoor flick. Okay. We actually bring a six-pack. Sure, the seats aren't as cozy. But the food is cheaper.. and fresh and hot. (In fact, you can get cheesesteaks, qamburgers aµd more.) Ap,d, you won't even get in trouble for bringing in your own snacks and drinks. The tickets are cheaper too. $6.00 each. And that, my friends, is for a double feature. That's right. Two movies for one price. Two current movies, too. Last weekend, it was Jee Age and The Sentinel on screen one and Scary Movie 4 and Larry the Cable Guy's Health Inspector on screen two. I've met many people who have never been to a drive-in. I would encourage everyone who is near a drive-in this summer to take in one of the latest box office hits, to pull into the drive in with snacks and soda in tow, tune in the radio dial to the station broadcasting the audio, recline the seat a little and gaze through your windshield just like our parents and grandparents did. And, for those on dates ... it is a little more private. Indulge in the nostalgia while you can. Before you know it, you may be attending a township meeting in a converted concession stand. FYI: The Garden Drive-In is open rain or shine every weekend. Plus, each Saturday, there is a :flea market during the day. Visit them at www.gardendrivein.com. �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 MAY 1, 2006 Quick Hits: Rounding out the Semester BY DONNA TALARICO Beacon A&E Editor BY JASON NICKLE Beacon Cartoonist Here's a glimpse into what is happening in and around campus during the final weeks of the semester: \ I ~~ ~ . ~' :=:o//\ _/~ J_t_ Monday: Chamber Winds Concert Directed by Phil Simon, the Chamber Winds Ensemble will play pieces by Franz Joseph Haydn, Giovanni Gabrielli, Paul Dukas and Gordon Jacob. The show starts at 8:00 p.m. in the Henry Student Center Grand Ballroom, with a reception to follow. Tuesday: Manuscript unveiling at Sordoni Authors and artists featured in the spring issue of Wilkes University literary magazine The Manuscript will read their works during an unveiling ceremony Tuesday at 11 :00 a.m. in the Sordoni Art Gallery. An art piece graces the cover, and inside, there is poetry, artwork, photography and short fiction. Light refreshments will be served The event is free and open to the public. Friday: Cinco de Mayor at Public Square That is, "Sink da mayor." The second annual Leadership Wilkes-Barre scholarship fundraising event Courtesy Arts YOUniverse allows residents to dunk Wilkes-Barre mayor Tom Poet Jim Warner is one of of the performers taking Leighton and other local municipal leaders as they part in Arts Madness this Saturday. take turns in dunk tanks starts at 11 :00 a.m. There will be food vendors and that evening starting at 5:00, the event rolls into Lowe's on Market Street for a night of drink specials and celebrity bartending. Wilkes University is a co-sponsor of this event. Saturday: Arts Madness concert at the mansion Arts Madness in the Mansion, a continuing visual and performing arts concert series, will host its third event of the season Saturday, May 6. The concert will feature a blend of music, creative writing, comedy food and more throughout all four floors of the former Stegmeier mansion, including a poetry reading from Wilkes University's MA in creative writing program assistant, Jim Warner and jazz from WYOU's Diane Lee. The show runs from 6:30 to 9:45 p.m., and is $10 ($8 for students with ID). For more information, visit · artsyouniverse.com @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@-------------, 0 --- @ :@ weouy: anase11 I @ @ @ @ : : )rll1l.r '11'~ @ . PS2 @ XBOX @ NINTENDO : Os mu GADS LPs IN 45s l)llINKINf• f~ONSl~OIJENf~ES : 55% of female students and . 75% of male students g : involved in aquaintance rape I 3 admit to having been drinking g IUSJW EDRGI. g or using drugs when the g 59 north main Vvilkes barre-- 82~2929 S incident..occured. @ @ N @ ,......._----------. O :@ -we-have hundreds of posters !! : --------o @O@O@@O@@@@~.@ .@@@@@@ �15 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT MAY 1, 2006 Montage, other ntusic venues tune up for concert season BY DONNA TALARICO Ticket Information @ Venue Websites: Beacon A&E Editor If there is one thing that NEPA promises each summer, it's a few months full of concerts, big and :small for music lovers of all genres. From one mountain (Montage) to another (in JinJ'lJ'-orpe) and venues in between, here is a look at what tickets you tn,_ay wauttp.l;l.9pJn.lin~ . .fqp: Montage~mountain.org ~I<::irbyCenter.org PennsPeak.com ScrantonGulturalCenter.org WachoviaArena.com )fbKcom (for the Blues Fest) Briggsfarm.coni/ ' ", ' )><?fls1ar.c<lm (g~n~rlp , ' w MAY 11- Bill EngvalJ of"Here's Your Slgrt'\ fame hits the Kirby Center. 12- The Disco Biscuits--also at the Kirby eenter. This is a hot electroµio rock band out of PhiHy. These guys are great--just got their new CD. 1- Toto, best !-Michael n,a. 2- Sarumy H stuff fr-0~ Van Haleh as well will hit . Montage. La~ 3- Pat Ben.afar, the s c ick rocker, will belt out songs like "Hit MeWith Your Best Shot" at the Penn's Peak. If she doesn't blow you away, the viewJ1ere will. 5- They're back. The Dave Matthews , ana Will plID' their seqmd c;oµsecutive SUJl¥Uer at MontageMountain. 7-8- Briggs Fann Blues Fest on the Briggs Eanuly Fannin Nescop hundreds and gets bigger every year;. ThisA&;Beditorworleedthe vouch for the nonstop entertainment and ~eat foM. 15- Lynryd Skynyd will make MontageMguntaittJ~ •~wt~l Jlom,tfor eit¢cti.ight, along With 3 Doors Down. 25- Keeping with the trend of 70s and SQs ;rock; Poison ;returns to a place w.here it is most welcome, year after year-Montage Moiln1'am: 26- Might as well not clean up because.things will l:iejustaswild tbeday afterPoison. OzzFest, bringing over a dozen rock groupsl.including ther'.ijlack Grpwes and Diswbed. will once again hit Montage Mountain. · · 30- The Pocono Blues Fest at Big Boulder.. tonsofhlues ID;usi~, vend.ors, ~Id life ~des~ food and more. The most fun you'll have.at a ski moUiltain without gpow-- just grass: (No pun intended by the way, buf\do with that desctiptiorl as you wish.) JU 7- Rob (Matchbox 20) and Jewell make a nice r a sBowafMontage. 24- Comedienn,e Kathy Griffin l>rmg$ her wit to the Scranton Cultural(]enter, 26- The Gin Blossom.~. wh.o you may remeni.J'.?er from their mid:9().~ .blt$, UAfison Road'' <}Ild "Hey, Jealoµsy" ro Center 30- Judgi;ng fr9m our.B band poll from a few months agoi many are sure to enjoy Ded Leppard and Journey, who will play ~the foyota .•.Pavilion at Montage Mountain. 30- NRA supporter Ted Nugent WiHplay to a crowd at :Penn•s iPeak. 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Sports Editor The fastest, the strongest and only those with the most endurance were among those who competed in the Colonels' Charity Challenge on Sunday afternoon. The event which included a 200-yard dash, sand bag relay, and the team van or shuttle pull is in its second year after an overwhelming amount of support in its debut year. The Charity Challenge, which is organized by Wilkes fitness facilities coordinator and strength coach, Keith Klahold is the athletics department benefit event that raises money for both the Geisinger Children's Hospital and the Gift of Life Donor program. "We chose Geisinger because they are a local charity while the other charity changes from year to year," stated Klahold. When the events kicked off around noon on Sunday at the Ralston Field Complex all that could be seen was a sea of blue and ye!low. This year the teams wearing blue were competing for the Geisinger Children's Hospital, while the teams wearing yellow were competing for the Gift of Life Donor Program. After all the events were over and points were tabulated, the winning team received extra money for its beneficiary. "[The original idea for] the events came from an event created by Penn State but was always geared towards football. [Here] it is related to fitness and the strongman," said Klahold. Last year the event raised $3,015 and organizers are hoping to have a definite increase this year. In order to make sure that there was a decent amount of donations made from the event, each competitor was required to bring a minimum of$10 to give to their designated charity. With over 200 students and around 25 staff members participating, organizers expect a large donation to come out of the charity events that took place on Sunday. Senior Alicia Vieselmeyer commented The Beacon/Todd Wiebel Tire throwing was one of eight events that Wilkes University athletes competed in during the second annual Charity Challenge on Sunday afternoon at the Ralston Field Complex. that, "All of these activities and the money Other events at this year's competition raised from the Charity Challenge go to a included the kettle ball throw, an 800-yard good cause therefore making the Colonels' run, the tire throw, the tire flip, the farmer's athletic teams feel good about what they are walk and the obstacle relay. The winners of doing." the events were not available at press time. MACPIDl8GN 811111T fBINT 8UIPIN8ION + AN/fM/CDWITB 88PEAIIRI + BIDE RUCIEB PANELi + 38 MPD IIWY1 • ·<£J10fO'fA I .. , , , , ,llntild• 1ffl EmME.hfG fOUOOS oomtIA 5 ~ 1Hf t49ffl AllKl AC1W ,ma tUiY'\M.Y. 1TM..lf FOR:2006 ~ ND£8 lll2 f!QLDNG Tl\ 14.&$.N'I) llC&a ffES. nf.4J.HSEB EtlAI. Ra. �MAY 1, 2006 17 SPORTS ■ ■ e n1or BY NICK PODOLAK Beacon Asst. Sports Editor As the sun sets on another spring sports season, The Beacon bids farewell to the thirteen senior athletes who have graced the field with their presence throughout the years. Though they are leaving Wilkes, their .hearts will remain on the playing field. Kevin Konschak Casey Kulago Mike Toomey Josh Campbell Paul Migliorino Baseball The baseball team proudly salutes eight seniors from Artillery Park, each playing an integral role for the Colonels. Leading the pack is pitcher Kevin Konschak, who went undefeated, posting a 3.54 ERA with six wins this season. . The "Work Horse." Over four year with the Blue and Gold, middle infielder Kyle Stover's work ethic developed him into a team leader as he gained the respect of his teammates with his on-field play. The "Gym Rat." Usually the first one to walk in the gate and the last one to leave, Josh "Soup" Campbell was never discouraged by the fact that he's never started. "Josh is a team player's team player, second to none," said head coach Joe Folek. "He will be greatly missed at Artillery." The "King of BP." Who says pitchers can't hit? Paul "Migs" Migliorino was known to hit some bombs in BP. "I throw a lot of batting practice over the course of the years and 'Migs' has hit some of the farthest tape measure snots off me in awhile," Folek said. "He's is a versatile performer who is well liked among his teamates and has helped us to win a number of games since joining the team." Memorable: Infielder Casey Kulago made quite the impression in his first game starting with the Colonels. During a spring training game, he made a diving catch into a concrete dugout which coach Joe Folek regards as "one of the best plays I've seen in my 22 years with the Colonels. He im- . 1': . l. Mike Quinn Chris Yonki Kyle Stover mediately knew that Kulago "plays baseball the game." the old-fashioned way." Anchoring the bullpen was relief pitcher After playing golf at Wilkes for three Mike Quinn, who played four years for the years, Chris Yonki joined the Colonels' blue and gold. This year, Quinn pitched in baseball team as a third baseman. In his the starting rotation where he tossed two debut season, Yonki batted .286 and three complete games. He also accumulated two RBIs. Coach Folek said, "I wish we would saves as a closer. Quinn finished the season have had him for four years because he's a with 210 at bats and a .333 batting average. good hitter and very knowledgeable about Also graduating: P Mike Toomey (see Athlete of the Week) Softball Erica Buchholz Lyndsay Asinelli Jen Compton Pam Carey Cassie Malone Women's Lacrosse The Lady Colonels were successful in their first year under new coach Peggy Stauffer. Despite a sub .500 record, the season still had plenty of bright spots, including a 14-5 whupping of Moravian for the team's first Middle Atlantic Conference victory of the season. Arvin Narula Men's Tennis Arvin Narula and John Lowe went deep in the Middle Atlantic Conference Individual Championships, advancing to Sunday's semi-finals in singles play. The Lady Colonels will be losing its peanut butter and jelly with the departure of Nadine Taylor and Jan Nunemacher. Taylor, last season's Freedom Conference Player of the Year, and Nunemacher served as team captains,helping a young squad with 16 freshmen make the Freedom Conference playoffs for the third consecutive year. "As much as they have contributed from a skills perspective, they have added even more from a leadership perpective. They have provided invaluable leadership to.this group through knowledge of the game, insight, and on field efforts," said head coach Frank Matthews. Josh Behler Golf Josh Behler was the lone senior on the men's golf team, which had its first (four) matches postponed due to inclement weather. Nadine Taylor Jan Nunemacher �SPORTS 18 MAY 1, 200 Commentary GAME OF THE WEEK MLB: San Francisco Giants versus Philadelphia Phillies Unfriendly confines: Bonds visits Philadelphia BY KEVIN REED Beacon Staff Writer Philadelphia, affectionately called the "City of Brotherly Love" is anything but kind and charming when it comes to their sports. Philadelphia fans are some of the most passionate in all of professional sports, irrespective of the team. However, in certain instances, the love for their hometown team is reflected inversely in their hostility toward the visitors. And if a visiting athlete is lucky enough to be disliked by the boisterous fans from Philly, they will make sure that athlete has as long of a night as possible. See a prime example in former St. Louis Cardinal J.D. Drew, who refused to sign with the Phillies after being drafted, had batteries thrown at him when he returned as a visitor in Philadelphia. Lucky enough for Barry Bonds of the San Francisco Giants, he gets to spend three nights facing the wrath of those same Phillies fans. For those who do not know, Barry Bonds has been the center of steroids investigations across Major League Baseball. An average player might be able to shrug off such a distraction, but Barry Bonds is a superstar in the baseball world as he is gradually approaching the all-time home run record of Hank Aaron. All of the steroid rumors surrounding Bonds gives one the popular idea that perhaps his endeavors are not as credible as they once were. Although he consistently denies that he used performance-enhancing substances, fans are not buying it. Take for example the first game of the Giants season. As Bonds was jogging off the field between innings, a San Diego Padres fan threw an empty syringe at Bonds' feet, abruptly signifying what a lot of people in the sports world were thinking. Even looking at his statistics for the season, it can be dictated that he lost some "juice" in ~s game. For a player that hit 73 home runs in 2001 and averages at least 40 per year, Bonds is on pace to only hit around 20 home runs this year with steroid rumors all around him. Coincidence? The Philadelphia Phillies play host to the San Francisco Giants in a weekend series May 5-7 at Citizen's Bank Park and although much attention will be paid to Barry Bonds, do not lose sight that this series should be a good one. Starting with the Phillies, their starting pitching has been suspect at best through the first three weeks of the year. Their starters' collective earned-run average yields about six runs per game, clearly their achilles heel so far. Starter Brett Myers (2-0, 3.04 ERA) has been their only bright spot in the rotation as he has easily been their most productive pitcher. When the Phillies can hand over a lead to their bullpen late in a game, they seem to be in good shape as their bullpen pitching has cancelled out some of the starters' deficiencies through the early season. Offense is undoubtedly what is going to win games for Philadelphia. 1 through 6 in their lineup is comparable to any in the Majors with hit-machine and shortstop Jimmy Rollins, center fielder Aaron Rowand, all-star right fielder Bobby Abreu, second baseman Chase Utley, and power bats Pat Burrell and last year's NL Rookie of the Year, Ryan Howard. The Giants are opposite in their strengths. They have good pitching and a lackluster offense. Their pitching staff is led by all-star starters Jason Schmidt and Matt Morris and former Phillie, Giants' closer Tim Worrell. Offensively, the Giants are led by veterans: shortstop Omar Vizquel, outfielder Moises Alou, and some guy named Bonds. Citizens Bank Park is a hitter's paradise, so expect a lot of home runs in this series. It will be up to both teams' pitching to dictate their success. The Pick: Phillies win series 2-1. BONDS HOME RUN TRACKER 1. Hank Aaron - 755 2. Babe Ruth - 714 3. Barry Bonds (x) - 711 4. Willie Mays- 660 5. Sammy Sosa- 588 6. Frank Robinson- 586 7.Mark McGuire- 583 8.Harmon Killebrew-573 9. Rafael Palmeiro-569 10. Reggie Jackson-563 (x) Active Players Double Take Sarah examinej the facts that trul matter. .. BY SARAH HERBERT Beacon Features Editor To quote Shakespeare, "parting is such sweet sorrow." Unfortunately, this will be my last Double Take. Hopefully, the sports editors can find someone to fill my shoes next year. My farewell column features the San Francisco Giants and the Philadelphia Phillies. I'm confused already. When I heard Giants vs. Phillies I thought the NFL was taking on the MLB. Much to my dismay, the Giants are a baseball team, too. Much to their dismay, they have to waste their time playing the Phillies. I'm usually not a Phillies fan, but I'm picking them this time around. Their colors are far more appropriate for the season. Plus, I still can't get over the fact that the Giants are a baseball team and not just a football team. It's kind of weird the way the color scheme works out for Giants. The baseball team dons black and orange while the football team sports red, white and blue. I think thatffley should be switched. Since football is a fall sport, black and orange would be more appropriate. In any event, the Phils will look more stylish. They probably won't play any better, but at least they'll look better than the other team. Go Phils. �MAY SPORTS 1, 2006 19 Commentary Dueling Editors Two Sports editors fight for their Athlete of the Week picks BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Asst. Sports Editor O.K., so it may be true everyone can't always agree, but seriously, that Dippre kid might have been hit in the head one too many times on the field. Now let's think about this carefully and take a look at the stats of sophomore utility man Chris Mayerski. The extremely talented and fairly young player finds himself all over the field as one of the most versatile players for the Colonels this season. In his relatively short college career, he is already appearing on the leader board in the Freedom Conference in 10 categories. He is currently ranked first in homeruns with eight, runs batted in with 35 and has a .740 ··slugging percentage. Mayerski also ranks in the top five in six other categories. · The thing that makes him worthy of this week's standout player--and possibly one of the team's standout players of the entire season--is the fact that he can play almost any position and produce exceptional results. In fact he was named Freedom Conference Player of the Week during the early part of this season for his performance at third base. Now, I am not saying by any means that Toomey is not a good player because he definitely has his strengths and is able to perform out on the field when it comes to his pitching. What has to be considered here is that Mayerski is an all around talented player. Throughout his career at Wilkes which is only at the end of its second season, Mayerski has been a leader in the outfield, the infield and up at bat. Being able to adjust to playing in different positions is going to take Mayerski extremely far and gives him the potential in the long run, the opportunity to be picked up by a minor league (yeah, I know it is kind of out there, but hey everyone can dream). Starting the season a little rough with a record of 5-9, the Colonels needed some sort of an offensive boost which Mayerski has provided, rallying the team to an overall season record of 17-14-1 through April 29. Mayerski was the lone two-time hitter or had a double and a single to pace the Wilkes offense. Mike Toomey has provided the Colonels baseball team with great leadership and great athletic ability over the past four years, but as we look to the future of the team, Mayerski appears to be following in Toomey's footsteps as the next great leader of the team, therefore getting my vote for the final athlete of the week for this year. NUMBERS OF THE WEEK 23 Total number ofregular season wins for the womens softball team after sweeping Drew University 2-1 and 3-1 on Saturday. 11 Saves by goalkeeper Cassie Malone in womens lacrosse season finale match against Lycoming. 4 Mens tennis team players that played at the MAC Individual Championships at Lehigh University this past weekend. 15 Number of runs that the men s baseball team scored in Saturdays twinbill against Freedom Conference rival Scranton. BY RYAN DIPPRE Beacon Sports Editor Ariel Cohen wouldn't know a solid choice for Athlete of the Week if one punched him in the face. Nothing against Mayerski-this writer has just been itching to see "Ariel Cohen" and "punched in the face" together in print all year-but there isn't a player at Wilkes during the entire spring sport season who has earned an Athlete of the Week sendoff at the end of a distinguished athletic career as much as Mike Toomey. Despite Mayerski's brilliant season both on defense and at the plate, I must regretfully disagree violently with my assistant editor. Although to give Mayerski the Athlete of the Week award wouldn't be outrageous, the one person that justly deserves the final Athlete of the Week honor for the 20052006 year is senior pitcher Mike Toomey. Toomey has been playing solid all year, and two of his last conference games in particular exemplify, in my opinion, how he has continued to improve throughout his final campaign. His earned run average this season is at a solid 3.98, and seems to be dropping after every game. In the Colonels final conference doubleheader of the season, Toomey tossed a five-hitter and led Wilkes to an 11-1 victory over the Univer- sity of Scranton. The win over the Royals, which came a scant two weeks after another five-hit victory over Delaware Valley College, brought Toomey up to 30 strikeouts on the year. The senior has allowed only 31 runs in 208 at-bats. But it isn't only the stats that matter in a team sport. The Colonels started off the year in a tough spot, and were unable to transfer their early spring baseball success over into conference play. Wilkes dropped three of their first four conference games against King's College and Drew University. It is a credit to the team mentality that the Colonels were able to rebound from this and knock out another strong season at Artillery Park, but it is an even bigger credit to the leadership that allowed that team mentality to flourish. Toomey helped bring a team that was struggling early on in the conference to a 17-14-1 record thus far. Mayerski has had an amazing season for Wilkes this year, and has several more in him before his time as a Colonel expires. An Athlete of the Week honor for him would be justly deserved. For the final Beacon issue of the year, however, it is only fitting that we honor a man who gave four years of effort to keep an excellent program at the top of its conference. WEEKEND RECAPS Baseball The Colonels split a doubleheader against University of Scranton on Saturday afternoon at Connell Park in Scranton. Mike Toomey's five-hit perfo1mance on the mound lifted Wilkes to an 11-1 win in the first game, but the Colonels fell 5-4 in the nightcap. Wilkes is now 17-14-1 overall, and ended their conference play with a 7-11 record. Women's Lacrosse The Lady Colonels closed their season with a 18-6 loss to Lycoming in Williamsport on Saturday afternoon. Stacy Fimmano and Catherine Simone each had a pair of goals, while Shannon Chlebus and Jen Compton each had one goal apiece. In her final game in the net, departing senior Cassie Malone snagged 11 saves. Softball The Lady Colonels finished their regular season with a sweep of Drew University at the Ralston Field Complex on Saturday afternoon. Agresti didn't give up a hit through the first six innings en route to a 2-1 victory in the first game, while Evanich only gave up a single to give Wilkes a 3-1 win in the night game. The Freedom Conference tournament begins for the Lady Colonels on May 5. Men's Tennis Arvin Narula and John Lowe remained alive into the semi-finals of the MAC Men's Tennis individual championships at Lehigh University. Kyle Ungvarsky and Julian Taibi are also still alive in the doubles tournament. �Beacon Sports Editor With a locked-in number two seed and an inspired sense of urgency, the Wilkes softball team heads into the Freedom Conference playoffs eager to take the championship they feel they so justly deserve. The Lady Colonels, who swept a double-header on Saturday night to secure their number two seed, will be hosting the tournament for the second year in a row. Wilkes ended the· season with a 23-11 overall record and a 12-2 conference record. The Lady Colonels were tied for first place in the conference with King's College, but the Lady Monarchs' tiebreaker over Wilkes gave them first seed throughout the tournament. "I feel we have two strengths heading into the playoffs," said head coach Frank Matthews. "First, of course is pitching. Our pitchers have been nothing short of outstanding and should they be able to keep it up we'll be very tough to beat. The second thing is maturity. We have a large num- several changes and adjustments from high school." Maturity is impressive on a team as young as the Lady Colonels, but more impressive is the performance of the pitching staff throughout the course of the 2006 campaign. Leading the way, of course, is strikeout queen Laurie Agresti. Her miniscule .40 ERA and 185 strikeouts are only two of many stats proving how she has dominated the mound through her 104 innings pitched. The outstanding pitching doesn't end with Agresti, however. Freshmen Samantha Evanich and Kaitlyn Kormanik are also dominating the mound with a 1.28 and 1.87 ERA, respectively. Sophomore Sarah Plavchak has also posted a· 2-1 record this season, with a 2.33 ERA. "They're excellent," said junior Katie Orr of the pitching staff. "Their depth gives us the chance to rest Laurie more, so she's not exhausted when the playoffs get here." The forte of the Lady Colonels may be defense and pitching, but ing as they roll into the playoffs on May 5 and 6. Eight different players are batting over .300, and Kaitlyn Kormanik has batted an outstanding .400 through fourteen games. Senior co-captain Nadine Taylor is also a few singles away from .300, as she has batted .299 through 31 games. As Wilkes prepares for the tournament, Matthews' focus will remain largely on eliminating weaknesses in the team's game. "We have to focus on the one thing that has been a weakness for us all year: our inability to score with runners in scoring position with less than two outs," he said. "With the limited number of opportunities we'll have in playoffs, we'll have to improve on this to win." The Freedom Conference championship tournament will begin on May 5 at the Ralston Field Complex. With some dominating pitching and plate skills, the Lady Colonels look to make themselves the third Wilkes team this academic year to make it to the big dance. Camuus Calendar. Ralston - 6:00 p.m., Ra- Salon mada Inn *Concert, Spring *Flute Studio Recital - Saturday (5/6) Chamber Winds - 8:00 8:00 p.m., DDD *Softball Freedom p.m., HSC Ballroom *Study Break - 6:30 Conference Championp.m., HSC ship - 9:00 a.m., Ralston Tuesday (5/2) Field Complex *Wilkes Manuscript Friday (5/5) *Voice Recital - 7:30 Unveiling- 11 :00 a.m. *Softball Freedom g.m., Kirby Hall Salon Sordoni Art Gallery Conference ChampiWednesday (5/3) Sunday (5/7) · ' onship - 11 :00 a.m., *Conservatory Voice Ralston Field Complex *Hillel Study Break *Cinco de Mayor Recital 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m., HSC Miller 11 :00 a.m., Public DDD Conference Room Square Thursday (5/4) *Piano Studio Recital *Dinner for George - 7:00 p.m., Kirby Hall The BeaconfTodd Wiebel The Lady Colonels finished the regular season with a 12-2 conference record, and a 23-11 overall record. The Freedom Conference playoffs take place on May 5 and 6 at the Ralston Field Complex. Find this Picture on Campus and ... WIN CASH Monday (5/1) This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University's campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@grnail. com. Be sure to put "Campus Picture" as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $10 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. Congratulations to Karen Atiyeh, who correctly identified last week's picture of the radioactive sign in the basement of the Stark Learning Center. 6233 - � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 May 1st Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 May 1 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/16eb4d7df20070e222337dba9ed02924.pdf 7971d60ce7d0bf4dee1e9ace848e19e0 PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA The THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Volume 59 Issue 1 www.wilkesbeacon.com SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 ( 11 \~I I R Gre ter 'il es•,, ne cna 1 er ni Busi ss &Innm 1 I. Downtown colleges join forces with Barnes & Noble to launch academic superstore BY SARAH DOMAN Beacon Asst. News Editor The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Wilkes University President Tim Gilmour, Ph.D. addresses the audience at the Innovation Center expressing his pride in the new bookstore during the press conference held on Thursday, August 31 . Among the biggest changes for Wilkes University this year is its expansion into and involvement with the redevelopment of downtown Wilkes-Barre. That presence expanded a little futher on the last day of August. In a press conference held on Thursday, August 31, the Wilkes-Barre Greater Chamber of Business and Industry along with Mayor Tom Leighton, and Patrick Maloney, Senior Executive Vice President of Barnes & Noble, announced that Barnes & Noble Booksellers will be the operator of a new joint bookstore for Wilkes University and King’s College. Standing in the first floor of the Innovation Center just off Public Square, Leighton said, “There is no mayor across the state who wouldn’t want to make this announcement: that Barnes & Noble will join with King’s and Wilkes to occupy this great space.” The bookstore will be located at 7 South Main Street, and the 20,000 square foot space--six times the size of the current Wilkes bookstore--will house a traditional retail Barnes & Noble complete with an 84-seat Starbucks café on the first level. The second level will house a combined bookstore for Wilkes University and King’s College students complete with school logo merchandise, books and dorm supplies. The space will act as an academic superstore to both the Wilkes and King’s communities. “We are honored to have been chosen to run this store for you,” said Patrick Maloney, senior executive vice president of Barnes & Noble College Booksellers, Inc. The partnership between both schools as well as the Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Business and Industry for the bookstore was a goal that all had been working toward since See BOOKSTORE page 3 Two champions for diversity depart for new opportunities Alan Zellner and Jim Harrington move to new posts and challenges BY NICK PODOLAK Beacon News Editor During the first week of classes, the Wilkes community bid farewell to two of its most influencial diversity leaders, James Harrington, Student Affairs Advising Coordinator and Alan Zellner, Director of Diversity. Zellner will serve as the Coordinator of Diversity Affairs on an Indian reservation in Fort Hayes, Kansas, while Harrington will take over the duties as Director of Student Life and Student Leadership Development at Mansfield University. “It was the hardest decision of my life,” Harrington said of leaving Wilkes. “I’m so excited, yet so torn.” Holding many titles during his 21-year tenure on campus, Harrington will most likely be remembered for his role as a mentor. “He does everything he can to be a mentor, and more importantly, a friend to all of the students he works with. He did everything in his power to help improve the chance of success for his students,” said Andy York. Harrington was loved for his rapport with students, often showing interest in their lives outside the classroom. An openly gay man, Harrington explained that some of his most supportive students have been student athletes, despite See DIVERSITY page 3 In This Issue... r.i.p Steve Irwin Meet The Five Percent Hey! VHl WILKES UNIVERSITY Page 7 Hello Wilkes. I want to ... Page 11 Page 15 Index News................................1-5 Opinion.............................6-8 Features.........................9-11 Arts & Entertainment....12-15 Sports...........................16-20 �NEWS One Stop Shop Downtown Development SG Council of Clubs SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 3 4 5 2 Wilkes enters property agreement with University Towers Resident student population expands with new downtown BY SARAH DOMAN Asst. News Editor People outgrow things every day from shoes and clothes to living space. With more and more students making Wilkes University their home each year, the university is outgrowing its current space and expanding into downtown Wilkes-Barre. On June 27, 2006, the university entered into a purchase agreement with University Towers located at 10 East South Street. Discussion between the owners of the property and Wilkes University started approximately two years ago. The property was considered along with the University Center on Main as buildings that would go together as part of a deal. “It’s a mix of acquiring more space as well as removing current space It’s a mix of aquiring more space as well as removing current space that in the long term we won’t be able to fully deliver to the students. Scott Byers Vice President, Finance and Support Services that in the long term we won’t be able to fully deliver to the students,” said Scott Byers, vice president for finance and support services. The purchase solves multiple needs, including the university’s need for expansion for resident students and the ability to get out of inefficient buildings. “It allows us to divest from some properties that we probably need to get out of and would be too expensive if we were to renovate them. The university has no plans to get out of the mansions. There are some of our resident facilities that really aren’t historic and really need to be retired or upgraded,” said Christopher Bailey, director of public safety. The University Towers is a more m o d e r n building than other dorms The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski on-campus residents are Senior Amanda McMahon strolls out of the newly accostomed purchased 10 East building on South Steet. to and remains in good condition from the previous owners. “We’ve gotten very positive feedback. I believe it’s the highest rated dorm, and it’s met the students’ needs well,” said Byers. Wilkes University is currently leasing space at University Towers and also looked into renovating other dorms. However, according to Byers, the deal with the towers worked out to be the best in terms of space and finance. The transaction for the towers is expected to be complete by mid to late October. Current leases in the building will be upheld until September 2007. It is expected that it will take three years to reach full Wilkes capacity. Bailey said, “There are no plans to change any leases and the University will honor all leases. We’re not really ready to take all of that space.” When the towers are fully converted into a residential unit, it will be the largest dorm holding 405 residents when fully occupied. There are four different floor plans and the apartments will hold between one and four students. Wilkes University spent $8.4 million on the purchase and was authorized to spend $10 million. The rest of the $1.6 million will be used for renovations and transaction costs. “The highest requirements that we have are fire codes and safety codes. We will need to do a few things when we inherit the property. First on the agenda and our main priority is to install sprinklers and upgrade the alarm system. Then at some point when the units are being turned over, renovating them if needed as well as networking,” said Bailey. The purchase of University Towers also expands the Wilkes campus into the Wilkes-Barre community. Byers said, “We act as almost an anchor tenant in the down-town area. It’s [the towers] close to parking; it’s close to the University Center on main, as well as administrative activities. It brings a lot of people to South Main Street which is good for downtown Wilkes-Barre, but first and foremost we believe it’s a good thing for the students.” The University Towers also con- tributes to Wilkes University establishing a presence in downtown Wilkes-Barre. Bailey said, “It brings youth, excitement, energy; you’ll see and already see this fall semester an atmosphere of much more activity at this part of South Main Street. We’ve pushed out the less desirable activities. It also provides a different and additional type of housing for students.” BEACON Serving the community through fair and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers. 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In response to this extraordinary partnership, President Tim Gilmour stated that “it [the bookstore] is remarkable and I think we should all take great pride in it.” Barnes & Noble has now become a place to show collaboration between and capitalization on two good institutions in downtown WilkesBarre. “We can only benefit from this,” said Gilmour. Work on the lease agreement for the book- NEWS store has been in progress since July. In the past year, Wilkes University has invested more than $20 million into the revitalization of the downtown. The newly created Joint Collegiate Bookstore by both institutions, LLC, will lease the space from the Greater Wilkes-Barre Development Corporation. Funding participation for the bookstore comes from Wilkes University, King’s College and Barnes & Noble College Booksellers, Inc. “The joint arrangement provides something we could not achieve on our own. You should see expanded services to students being able to accomplish different things out of the bookstore that we couldn’t do before,” said Scott Byers, vice president for finance and support operations. As well as being a bookstore to both institutions, Barnes & Noble will also be open to the public, creating an integration of students into the Wilkes-Barre community. The new bookstore will be a place for students and faculty to gather with the local community. “Things are happening in the city of Wilkes-Barre. Wilkes-Barre is alive. Wilkes-Barre has a bright future,” said Michael Lombardo, interim president/CEO Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Business and Industry. It is expected that the new Barnes & Noble will further drive the revitalization of downtown Wilkes-Barre. “Wilkes will play an active part as a member of the commu- 3 nity which is good for the students, faculty, staff and the city that we all play a part in this revitalization,” said Byers. The bookstore is anticipated to open during the first week in October. Follett will remain the primary bookseller until October first. Byers said, “We do not anticipate any gap in service until the new bookstore [opens]. As this one is closing down, the one in downtown will be opening.” Workers in the existing bookstore have interviewed with Barnes & Noble officials. After the new bookstore opens, Byers noted, discussions will begin about ideas and opportunities for the space that occupies the present campus bookstore. Administrative offices to combine in one-stop-shop BY CURRAN DOBSON Beacon Editor-in-Chief This fall, a new idea is taking shape on Wilkes University’s campus. Two women have been charged with entirely rethinking the concept of administrative offices, such as the registrar and admissions, and are tapping into students’ ideas to make the new concept user-friendly. Margaret Zellner and Pam Fendrock, both Operations Managers for Student Services, have been challenged with the task of combining the registrar, admissions, financial aid and financial services, currently housed in Passan Hall and operating independently from one another, into a one-stop-shop, housed in the UCOM building. And while the plan was originally to launch in May, there is the possibility things will move more quickly and students will see changes yet this year. Zellner described the ultimate goal of the one stop shop. “The primary goal of the one stop center is to improve service to students and parents alike. This is definitely our number one goal.” Zellner and Fendrock have ideas of their own about the new center, including employees that are cross-trained in all services and can provide assistance to students with all of their concerns. They plan for students to be greeted at a large desk in the UCOM where their questions can be properly fielded. They also have extensive plans for more online services for students, but have encountered some opposition from students who are wary of all online services, not just the ones offered by Wilkes. As Fendrock explained, “Some students have expressed a distrust of online services in general and were more comfortable walking away with something tangible. However, as one student expressed to me, ‘everything will eventually be online,’ and The Beacon/Curran Dobson Pamela Fendrock and Margaret Zellner, both Operations Managers for Student Services, current;y work in Fenner Hall at the large table in the dining room. They are currently training undergraduate admission assistants, such as Leona Hartland, in the Banner program the new office will utilize. he will adapt to these changes.” experiences to report about all of the adIt is exactly this kind of feedback that the ministrative offices in question. As Fentwo managers drock explained, are looking for “Problems have The primary goal of the one stop center is to imbefore they bebeen spread gin the task of prove service to students and parents alike. This is around to all physically mov- definitely our number one goal. offices. Inter- Margart Zellner ing the offices estingly, in one and training emgroup, all of the ployees to be adstudents reportept in all services. Zellner and Fendrock are ed bad experiences, while in another, all of sitting down with students across campus to the students reported good experiences.” hear their horror stories and accolades alike In total, Fendrock and Zellner have spoken about all of the offices involved, and they with approximately 44 students across the are also visiting other schools that have campus, with more sit-down sessions in the implemented a one-stop shop approach at works. their university, such as East Stroudsburg One of the questions Zellner and Fendrock and Seton Hall, to gain further insight. have asked each group of students concerns All of their research has determined that the naming of this new office. Zellner exstudents have both positive and negative plained that few students have been recep- tive to One-Stop-Shop as a name. “Most students didn’t like it because they thought it sounded too much like a mini-mart. We have heard other similar names, such as One Stop Service Center, One and Done and Central Station.” However, Fendrock said they did receive a suggestion for a name that they are considering, complete with an acronym. “One of the suggestions was Central Operations at Wilkes, or COW.” Whether or not Wilkes ends up with COW in the UCOM, Zellner and Fendrock are working to ensure that this new service center for students and parents will be far more efficient and will take students’ considerations into mind. They encourage all students to contact them with their own opinions and suggestions for names. They can be reached at margaret.zellner@wilkes. edu and pamela.fendrock@wilkes.edu. �SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 NEWS 4 Believing in downtown W-B benefits college crowd BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. News Editor On June 9, 2005, Wilkes-Barre Mayor Tom Leighton asked community members to “believe” in a downtown riddled with empty storefronts, dark streets and a vacant nightlife. Believe in a dead city with no future? Some said, “Never.” What a difference one year makes. Those same empty storefronts are now sold to future retailers. The dark streets have been brightened by new lights lining main thoroughfares. And the nightlife is anything but dull. Downtown Wilkes-Barre has received a much needed facelift. And the good news? Most changes are focused on making it more accessible and amenable to college students. Public Square is dead in the center of two major area colleges--a prime location to open a new billiards hall. Campus Billiards, located at 39 Public Square, is a 10,300 square foot building featuring 25 pool tables, two ping-pong tables, a snack bar and a state of the art sound system. Co-owner, Joe “Tex” Klauss, explained his vision behind the new downtown hangout. “The timing was right with everything that was happening with the city. All of the new business plans that were coming in made it a good time to get on board. College students are very important to our business, hence the name Campus Billiards.” Campus Billiards is open every day from 10 a.m. until whenever the crowd decides to pack up. Klauss added his opinion of why a college student should be attracted to his pool hall. “Sixty percent of all college students are under twenty-one and cannot get in to bars. I feel we [Campus Billiards] offer a good entertainment environment and gathering place for those and other students.” However, for those college students who are of age to order a drink, do not worry-downtown Wilkes-Barre now offers that choice as well. Two new nightclubs have already begun to pour the beer and shake up some martinis. We all wish we could be in New Orleans during Mardi Gras, grabbing beads and celebrating with thousands. For the majority of college students, though, this is a not a reality. That is why Club Mardi Gras, located at 12 South Main Street, has brought the party to Wilkes-Barre. Club Mardi Gras is a new nightclub that features three different themed bar areas. One represents Bourbon Street, while the Courtesy of Campus Billiards Campus Billiards, located at 39 Public Square, is a 10,300 square foot building with 25 pool tables, two ping pong tables, a snack bar and a state of the art sound system. Campus Billiards is open every day from 10 a.m. until when the crowd leaves. other two are named The Riverboat and The Bayou. Club Mardi Gras is owned by the operator of Flashbacks in Scranton and will be opened Wednesdays through Sundays. Two Wilkes University students attended the grand opening event over Labor Day weekend. Matt Crouse, P2 pharmacy, was impressed with the decor and service. “It was pretty cool how the inside looked like the French Quarter so it felt like you were actually in New Orleans at Mardi Gras. Also, they had a few bars opened up, so it was pretty quick when you needed a refill on your drink.” So what about Murray’s and the Woodlands? Is Club Mardi Gras a better option? Tim Burns, P1 pharmacy, thinks they might have some stiff competition. “Club Mardi Gras is definitely a good change of pace for a bar that is within walking distance of campus. Their Thursday night special is good competition for Murray’s and will definitely attract a college crowd.” While not directly in downtown Wilkes-Barre, the Sensory Lounge, located in the Waterfront Complex, is another nightlife option for students. Sensory will be open from 4p.m. until 2a.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. As students returned to Wilkes-Barre after the summer hiatus, they may have See DOWNTOWN page 5 The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Pictured above are Gene Fast (left) and Kim Clark (right) employees of Club Madri Gras. Club Mardi Gras, located at 12 South Main Street, is open every Wednesday through Sunday. Thursday nights feature fifty cent mugs and Happy Hour is on Fridays. �NEWS SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 DIVERSITY from FRONT PAGE stereotypes of being intolerant of alternative lifestyles. “The students here are for the Jim Harrington says goodbye. most part very open to new ideas, and if they’re not like that when they get here, I think they learn very quickly because it’s a very welcoming campus for people who are different,” he said. Also never to be forgotton is Zellner, whose ties to the school date back to 1968 when he graduated with his Bachelor’s degree. He also taught and coached the Blue and Gold wrestling squad before starting the diversity program in 1990. He has been Director of Diversity for three and a half years and says working on an Indian reservation has been his goal for the past 23 years. “I have a committment to diversity,” he said. “A lot of the stuff I do now I’ll be doing for them on a smaller scale because they’re brand new at this. Hopefully, they’ll grow into where Wilkes is right now.” At his farewell ceremony, friends, family and members of the wrestling team stopped by to shake hands with “The Snake” for being such a postive role model in their lives. Zellner stressed that it takes a whole community effort to promote a peaceful campus, not just the director and admissions office. “I’ve heard it attributed to the African and Indian nations that it takes a whole village to raise one child. I’m a strong, strong believer in that. I honestly believe that it’s everyone’s reponsibility to help get each student through this maze. And I just hope the next person in charge feels that way.” Perhaps Dean Gearge Ralston said it best during Zellner’s freshmen initiation back in ‘68. “This is a friendly community. Don’t ever walk across this campus and make eye contact without ever saying ‘hello’. I have been here thirty some years and that has always been what I felt to be the main thing about this campus,” he said. Dr. Bonnie Culver, left, bids a fond farewell to Allan Zellner, right. 5 ing downtown is great for the future. “I think that Wilkes-Barre is giving all college students a great from PAGE 4 opportunity to become part of noticed spotlights in the sky. something. As the years go by, we Those lights belong to none other will see better things to come for than Wilkes-Barre Movies 14 at current undergrads and students of the future.” Northampton & Main. As of now, every storefront on The standout star throughout the first floor of I think that Wilkes-Barre is giving all col- the movie thelege students a great opportunity to be- ater are in the process of become part of something. ing filled. Also, there are preDave Sborz, political science liminary plans for a food court the new downtown is a brand new across from the theater and a movie theater. Students no longer growing Murray complex that is have to hop in the car to Cinemark to feature condominiums and new just to see a film on the weekends. Now, travel time is a five minute restaurants. All of this, along with the new walk. Student Affairs now offers Barnes & Noble joint collegiate $3 movie tickets for Movies 14. bookstore [see story “Dowtown Dave Sborz, a sophomore political science major, recently had a colleges join forces...”] opening chance to visit the new theater and soon, means that students are now feels that it’s great for college stu- the focus of the downtown area. A state of the art pool hall and dents. “The theater is a good way for students to pay only three dol- a taste of New Orleans mixed in lars for a movie, rather than going with a new movie theater and fusomewhere else. The safe walking ture business projects can only distance from campus can also mean one thing: the people of give students more flexibility per- Wilkes-Barre did have reason to “believe.” taining to time.” DOWNTOWN Sborz also feels that the chang- SG: Club attendance mandatory at various meetings BY REBECCA BRIA Beacon Correspondent Clubs will not see their $300 start-up money this year unless they are present at both the Council of Clubs meetings and Club Administration 101. Student Government (SG) President Jenna Strzelecki says all clubs must be represented by an executive officer at the meetings. If a S.undanc: Va c ati on s :In c o Sports / Event Marketingl 0 Flexible Schedule R,e al.I o weekends. and nights a IIllH3t o GREAT PAYJ $10 0 to $200 / day o Transportation a plus Public interaction marketing at various events in your area. 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These club requirements will allow Student Government to become more aware of the activities the clubs are doing.” According to Strzelecki, Club Administration 101 is an informational session that will be led by Philip Ruthkosky, Director of Student Development. The short course is intended to provide clubs and executive boards with infor- mation about how to do things such as filling out fund requests and checking account balances. Strzelecki says the Council of Clubs began last year and was designed as a way for all club presidents to report on their events and activities. The first meeting is set for Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Miller Room, second floor of the Henry Student Center. Other scheduled dates for the Council of Clubs include December 5 and April 26. -Wims UNIVERSITY- �Opinion SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 Crikey! My husband’s wife Your Voices 7 7 8 6 What ever happened to a friendly game of poker? Online gambling brings unforeseen consequences for students BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD Your alarm rings for your 8 a.m. class. You roll over to shut it off only to hear the irritating clicking of your roommate’s mouse. He was up all night again playing online poker. He tries to keep his frustration about losing quiet as you get ready for class. Checking your wallet before you leave, you notice a lot is missing. Could it be that he finally crossed the line? He slams his hand on the desk and curses that he lost another hand. Do you say something about the missing cash? After all, he’s been your roommate for two years and you’ve never had a problem. For the past few years, we have all been exposed to online gambling in some way or another. With the championship poker fad taking television by storm, many people want in on the action. With this new pastime has come a dark side that we have only read about or seen on the news: gambling addiction. But what is the difference between an addict and an overzealous gamer? The Pen is Mightier ... You have an OPINION and we want to hear it..' W .ard to express yDUr unique views to the 'iXTilkes =:mnrun:il:0' The Beacon. '~ Op:iniotl secti:in is s=-urn,g c amp,.1:5 in s earclt of writers with fresh frou.ght s .and VEWS . If you have .any ideas, questi:iru or a sample =lunmored:itorial c.arlooru, please com.act: OPIN ICIN EDITOR: KRSTYN C>sTMA.N, OIFi!: Ass8TANT OPIN t:::IN EDITOR: AN DEE SCA.RA.NTINO t h e b eacon . oped®gm.a il . c om ease of doing it from a dorm and not fully comprehending the ramifications. Additionally, college students are frequently in a position where they need the opportunity to make a quick buck. After paying for books, gas and various other necessities, sometimes little is leftover for recreation. Any extra disposable income that can be earned in a few hours from the comfort of the living room would be the answer to many students’ prayers. This accessibility is the best and worst part about online gambling, depending on how you look at it. The U.S. General Accounting Office finds there to be approximately 1,800 online casino sites and half of the expected $5 million revenue comes from American players. Courtesy of www.online-gambling.nu/ Also, since it is in the virtual The dictionary definition of ad- proportions for which they are un- world, online gambling is unregudiction describes it as “a state that prepared. In an effort to generate lated, unlike a traditional casino. enslaves us to a psychologically or cash for the game, Hogan alleged- In order to claim winnings or pay physically off losses, habit-formplayers ing subMany addicts feel the overwhelming need to feed their habits in secret, or must instance or panic when the debt takes on proportions for which they are unprepared. put bankpractice.” ing inforH o w e v e r, mation. this does Careless not mean players that anyone can be an addict. It is ly lied to close family and friends or even minors can easily leave widely accepted that people with about needing money for school themselves exposed to more than low self-esteem tend to be more functions. the hurt of a large loss at the taprone to addiction. Then how do However, while his story may be bles. people who are high-achieving one of the most extreme, Hogan’s Addiction is very real, even cellists such as Greg Hogan Jr. of is a cautionary tale for universities for intelligent college students. Lehigh University end up robbing across the country. The number Though Greg Hogan’s case is sebanks? His story is rather bizarre of college students in online casi- vere, his penalties are worth notin that he is reportedly a friendly, nos has quadrupled since 2000. A ing. He must attend Gambler’s well-mannered and confident stu- survey from Inland Entertainment Anonymous meetings regularly, dent leader, yet got caught up in Corp. showed that more than 86 he is unable to hold a debit or the online gambling craze to the percent of the players are male. credit card and all of his banking degree that he was compelled to Most people are roped in by start- is under the control of his parents. act out of character when his debt ing and doing well in the “play More importantly, he dreamed of a became unmanageable. money” section of the site. Even- future in finance, which isn’t posIn a desperate attempt to satisfy tually, the convenience and prom- sible now. his needs, Hogan allegedly robbed ise of big winnings can weigh College and university officials a local Wachovia bank. This is not heavily on someone looking for need to pay heed to Hogan’s story to suggest that any gambling ad- quick cash. College students, like and educate students about the dict will hold up a bank, but many Hogan, are highly susceptible to long- and short-term ramifications addicts feel the overwhelming online gambling because of the of online gambling. If it can hapneed to feed their habits in secret, lack of parental supervision over pen at Lehigh University, it can or panic when the debt takes on their activities and finances, the happen here. �OPINION SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 Crikey! 7 Steve Irwin 1962-2006 Remembering Steve Irwin BY ANDREW SEAMAN Beacon Correspondant Most people, when they heard the news, said something along the lines of, “He was asking for it.” Yes, Steve Irwin did push the limits, but he did not ask to die. Irwin, who passed away on Monday, September 4, 2006, was most commonly known as “The Crocodile Hunter.” However, he did not die fighting off a 12 foot salt water crocodile, but instead died when he had the unfortunate luck of angering a sting ray. Some people would say Irwin was crazy for what he attempted, and I would have to agree every now and then. A perfect example would be the time he fed a crocodile with one hand while holding his one-month old baby in the other. But what Irwin did with his life cannot be looked down upon by any other human being. He tried to educate the world about creatures and places that many of us would not otherwise know about. Unfortunately in today’s world with the internet, television and the other resources available to us, we do not fully utilize them to learn about what we can do to save animals and their habitat. Too often we forget that we share living space with other creatures, and leave that “conservation stuff” up to the professionals. We should take a good look at what we are doing to the world around us and the other creatures that live in it. An easy way is to simply recycle. I know it is almost cliché, but imagine that if we all recycled, landfills would not fill as quickly, trees would not have to be cut down for paper and garbage would not have to be burned. Just by recycling we can save millions of dollars, our furry little friends and their and our home. This brings us to the subject of our changing climate and how we can reverse the damage already inflicted upon it. This year one of the most popular topics was the movie An Inconvenient Truth, made popular by Al Gore. The movie showed exactly what is happening to our climate. Many scientists said that the movie was accurate, while others said it was anything but. I say, why blow it off until it is the truth? Take preventative measures now. It amazed me to see people debate whether it is an issue or not. The answer, at least I thought, was simple: don’t let it become an issue. A few people are taking the initiative to learn about the animals and environment around us and how to treat them, but some are still ignorant. As an example, I recall standing in Bush Gardens, Virginia and hearing awful screams and howls. As I got closer to the source, I saw a group of people standing around looking down off a bridge into an enclosure. Inside were about three wolves, who were trying to find a place to hide from the group throwing candy and pebbles at them. Just within a few feet, people were also throwing twigs and dirt at bald eagles that were chained from their ankle to an attachment in the ground as an exhibit. This bothered me and obviously still does. Hopefully, if any good can come from Irwin’s passing, it is that everyone will realize what is happening to the animals and world around us and will continue on with his work. He was a Courtesy of http://bennyhoh.blogspot.com/ person who many thought to be a nut, but when you really look at what he did with his life, maybe we should all try to be a little nuttier. My husband’s wife is really tickin’ me off! Polygamy in America exposed, but how immoral really is it? BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Assistant Opinion Editor A few weeks ago, Warren Jeffs (leader of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints) was arrested on charges of rape by accomplice and arranging a marriage that led to the rape of an underage girl. Jeffs had 40 wives and nearly 60 children. The FLDS is one of the many Utah-based churches continuing to practice polygamy. The practice was supposedly dropped from the church in 1890 in condition of the state of Utah. While I could tell you about the housing developments that these families are living in (which are rumored to be funded by the FLDS) in Utah and Colorado City, Arizona, you could easily go to the Associated Press (as I did). What’s more important is putting things into perspective. Members of the FLDS believes that “plural marriage secures their exaltation in heaven and that the number of wives a man marries corresponds to the level of glory he’ll achieve,” according to the AP. Some people would argue and say they simply want to have many marriages because they want to rapidly breed and create a “cult” so their beliefs live on. Partially, I suppose this is true. What really makes me angry is that polygamy is illegal in America, and, like any law, people who practice it should be arrested. Yet, for some reason, CNN can go into one of these developments, or a random place in Utah and speak with a man that has three wives, but the police cannot walk directly to their door and throw them in jail? What exactly is stopping the authorities? Could it be that the law is absolutely preposterous? How can you toss a man in jail who is revered as a prophet (Jeffs) simply because his church believes that many marriages are a way to secure a safe spot in heaven? How can you, in good conscience, do that? Seems to me that America is so dead-set based on their Christian values that they have made polygamy illegal because the Bible says marriage is a sacred union between (one) man and a (singular) woman. This also is the reason that gays cannot marry. We’re always looking for the Christian church to approve these practices and face it--it isn’t happenin’ kiddo. I mean God forbid (literally) that somebody marry more than one person. Our country (founded by Christians) has been abiding by these marriage laws for far too long. Are the laws we abide by the absolute moral bar to which everyone must measure up? Oh, yes… Didn’t you hear about those Catholics? I know the one priest in my hometown must be great. I swear that Lexus he drives has nothing to with the vow of poverty he took, and the other one… Well, he never touched that little boy. Oh, and don’t forget the commandment about the adultery. Thou shall not commit it. Well, we better not allow a union of more than one man and one woman. Then we’d have to make another commandment, or simply change the title of that cute little movie they play at Easter time. Aww. The believers of the FLDS are very different than those of the Christian faith, but they are nontheless moral to their faith. They aren’t doing it to be rebellious; this is their way of life. We’re really quick to jump up and down in angst when we hear “two wives,” but we seem to overlook everything immoral that our country has done in the past two-hundred years (and based on what standard??) Since the argument clearly stands that there is no one moral standard to evaluate this from, I’d have to say that all races, creeds, sexes and multiple numbers should be allowed to marry and, if not, then marriage should just be illegal. �SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 OPINION 8 YOUR VOICES Hurricane Katrina: The Devastation Continues in Forgotten Gulf Coast Many students head to tropical places such as Cancun or even Florida for spring or summer breaks, but I had another place in mind--Pass Christian, Mississippi, which is a small community about 15 miles west of Biloxi, Mississippi. The impact of Hurricane Katrina is something that cannot be described, even by someone like myself who was there for a week. Hurricane Katrina made landfall on August 29, 2005, in some parts of Louisiana and Mississippi, but, for many, Katrina’s presence is still widely spread. The destruction that stretched for 90,000 square miles (approximately the equivalent size of the United Kingdom) is still seen today. Almost 2,000 people died because of the storm and approximately 700 people are still missing. Perhaps my biggest pet peeve, and maybe the reason I finally decided to write this letter to the editor, is that Americans are naive and arrogant. They would rather spend hours and hours talking about the murderer of Jon Benet Ramsey (admittedly a horrible tragedy, but it happened 10 years ago). We do not need to see continuous coverage broadcast on Anderson Cooper 360(especially on the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina). A year after the storm, the residents of various cities and towns on the Gulf Coast are no longer receiving any relief from the government, if they were so lucky to get any before. The only relief and support they seem to be getting is from non-profit organizations such as religious and community service groups. As taxpayers, we spent hundreds of thousands (maybe more) buying trailers for those people to live in while they rebuilt their homes, except most of them to this day are sitting in parking lots in Alabama. As a taxpayer, I cannot fathom how the government can treat their own like trash. Hurricane Katrina was not prejudiced in anyway, but it seems to me that the government sure is. I cannot tell for sure, but I do have a suspicion that if Hurricane Katrina had done the damage it did on the Gulf Coast in Texas, Florida, or even California, that it would not have taken this long for people to do something about it. Another issue that the government refused to address was the insurance companies that saw this as a huge loss for their companies. Speaking with the Pass Christian High School Principal in May, I learned that, yes, the residents had Courtesy of Cheryl Gressley Hurricane coverage--but there are hidA home in Pass Christian, Mississippi was transported by fl ood waters to a final resting den clauses within those coverage docuplace on railroad tracks. ments. The hurricane coverage insurance compa- their loss nor did they provide adequately broaden America’s sympathetic factor. nies would blame it on the water/flood dam- funding for the resident themselves. All facts in this piece taken from http:// age and the water/flood damage companies One year after Hurricane Katrina and still en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurricane_Katrina would blame it on wind. And in some claus- devastation lies for miles and miles. In this es, the houses that were not completely de- upcoming election year, I would hope you Cheryl Gressley, junior Communication stroyed were worse off because they would would take into consideration what your Studies major get no money from either the hurricane nor local representative would do if a tragedy the flood companies, and if some residents would occur in this area. With the flood this I Beacon Poll were lucky to get one to agree on a settle- summer in various parts of Pennsylvania, ment. The government didn’t step in and I think it will only encourage more educaWhat addition or change to downtell the insurance companies to provide for tion in the policies of our government and town Wilkes-Barre are you most excited about? Forensics Skills Build Confidence Dear Editor: My name is Valerie Martinez and I’d like to ask you and the Wilkes Community a question; what do Oprah Winfrey, Adam Sandler, James Earl Ray, former President John F. Kennedy and Nelson Mandela all have in common? They were all part of a forensics team. Now that Club Day has passed, I am sure all the students are busy becoming involved with all the clubs and organizations they signed up for. With that in mind, I’d like all of the Wilkes students to think about joining the Forensics Team. Maybe you’re thinking why forensics? Or perhaps you’re even thinking what is forensics? Forensics is the art or study of argumentation and formal debate. Here at Wilkes, we have a forensics team. Our team has gone to various cities throughout the East coast, where we have competed in tournaments and brought back several awards. Amongst the awards we won were the Presidential Award from the state tournament at St. Joseph’s University as well as finalist trophies from our home tournament, the Harold Cox Swing Tournament. The forensics team, better known as the Speech and Debate team, has achieved a lot within the last year. With a new coach, Professor Daniel Broyles, the team is looking forward to what can come with new members. Arthur Redmond, a member of the Speech and Debate team, says he enjoys the excitement that comes from competing in the Impromptu Events. Impromptu, one of the many events offered in the competitions, is where contestants are given a small excerpt pertaining to either general interest, the economy or social issues and have seven minutes to develop and perform their speech. Other events include dramatic duo, after dinner speaking, persuasive speeches and many more. Last year I was one of the few to join the team; having had no experience in public speaking, I was nervous about joining. Now I can honestly say it has really done wonders for me. I feel much more confident addressing people, I can express myself clearly and I’ve made friends that will last my lifetime. So many skills come from forensics. Not only are you able to learn how to express yourself but you learn time management, how to do research, reasoning skills, organizational skills and it is a wonderful resume builder. Hopefully you all have a better idea of what the team is about and will consider attending our meetings which are on Tuesdays and Thursdays 11-12 during club hours in Capin Hall-Room 307. Any questions please email either Professor Broyles at daniel.broyles@wilkes.edu or myself at valerie.martinez@wilkes.edu. Have a wonderful school year!! Valerie J. Martinez, sophmore Communication Studies major • • • • • • • • • • Movies 14 Complex The promise of a cleaner, safer downtowns Billiards parlor Barnes & Noble shared college bookstore The promise of Public Square WiFi More downtown housing options Wilkes University parking garage on Main Street Club Mardi Gras Downtown street lights Other Visit www.wilkesbeacon.com to cast your vote. Results will be published in next week’s issue of The Beacon. - �FEATURES SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 9 Double Lives of Students HelloWilkes Site Marriage Across the Miles 10 11 11 Freshmen not the only new faces on campus Ten faculty members join Wilkes community BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Features Editor Wilkes University is adding more than green space and properties to its ever-growing campus this fall. Ten new faculty members have come on board in a variety of departments. As the semester begins, they are getting settled into their new positions and becoming acquainted with the ways of Wilkes. Their transition was eased by the New Faculty Orientation hosted over the sumNaomi Hatsfelt Baker will serve as assistant professor of acting in the department of visual and performing arts on campus. According to her biography, released by the Wilkes University Office of Marketing Communications, she previously taught at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. mer. The orientation featured seminars on topics ranging from resources on campus to employee benefits. Ellen Flint, who, in addition to being an associate professor of music, also serves as coordinator of the undergraduate experience and is in charge of the new faculty orientation, said the orientation was a way to welcome the new employees into the community and get them situated in their new positions. In addition to the more formal topics discussed at the orientation, there was time to interact and familiarize themselves with their new colleagues. “Entering into a new job can be very disconcerting,” Flint said. “I try to do everything I can both before and after they arrive to make them comfortable in the new job environment.” New professors were also treated to a cookout hosted by Allan Zellner, the former Director of Diversity, allowing them to mingle and meet not only each other, but also current employees of the university. “There was a great effort made on the part of fellow faculty members as well as Meet the New Professors... )" I After teaching Spanish at the high school level for several years, Mark Harris has joined the Wilkes faculty as visiting instructor in Spanish. He said his experience thus far has been excellent. “The collegiality is such that I felt very important even at this early point as being a vital member of the academic community at the university.” Dr. Krina Patel is employed by Wilkes University as assistant professor of pharmacy practice, but Patel also spends time at her practice site, the Lehigh Valley Hospital in Muhlenberg, overseeing pharmacy students during their clinical rotations. Dr. Ellen Raineri’s arrival to Wilkes is a homecoming of sorts, as she spent time here as an undergraduate, receiving two bachelor’s degrees. In addition to serving as assistant professor of business, she is involved with the Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) club on campus, and plans to work with students, exploring mentoring initiatives in research. Dr. Marcia Farrell has joined the English department as an assistant professor of English. Farrell recently received her Ph.D. from the University of Tulsa. She said she finds teaching to be rewarding “when students feel confident in what they’re doing.” Her goal is to make students see themselves as professionals. While this will be Dr. Dean Frear’s fifth year at Wilkes, it will be his first as assistant professor of business. He served as visiting lecturer for four years but his status changed to tenure track this year, though Frear had to go through the same application and interview process as any other applicant. administration to ensure our success as new faculty members,” said Mark Harris, visiting instructor of Spanish. “It really made me feel welcome and really made my transition to the university much easier.” As a follow up to the two-day orientation, new faculty members will also attend luncheons throughout the academic year to continue to educate them about assorted topics of interest and allow them to interact with one another. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski New hire Dr. Marcia Farrell encourages intellectual curiosity in her English 101 class during the second week of classes. She hopes to inspire professionalism in her students. Assistant professor of nursing, Emily Havrilla, spent the past ten years gaining professional experience, working for the Commission on Economic Opportunity in Wilkes-Barre. After spending last year as a clinical instructor, Havrilla said she is enjoying the Wilkes community and is “happy to be here full-time.” Dr. Edward Kleist, who previously taught at Loyola University of New Orleans, joins the Wilkes faculty as a visiting assistant professor of philosophy. “I’ve always been fascinated with the question of how we ought to live, what are our obligations to each other and how do we know what these obligations are,” said Kleist, who specializes in the areas of ethics and aesthetics. Dr. Ebonie Stringer has been hired as assistant professor of sociology. She previously taught at Purdue University, where she received her Ph.D. Stringer described her specialties within sociology as an intersection of criminology, race, gender and family. Dr. Jennifer Thomas will serve as assistant professor of psychology. She specializes in adolescent socioemotional development. Thomas said that one of the things that initially impressed her about Wilkes was the psychology students. “They are genuinely interested in learning about psychology and were invested in their education. It is wonderful to be part of their educational journey.” �10 FEATURES SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 Off-campus work forces students to lead double lives a student moves from working BY SARAH DOMAN full-time in the summer to trying Beacon Asst. News Editor For most students, the begin- to balance the differing demands ning of the fall semester generally of work and school in the fall. Kristen Keblan is a Pharmacy means a renewed concentration on 3 student who spent the summer all things academic. working full-time at an Eckerd However, for some, making the Pharmacy. transition from full-time employee “The major difference I find is at to full-time student is not always fi ve o’clock work is done and does easy and instead forces students to not have to be thought about until lead double lives. the next morning. However, when Ryan Broghamer, senior comclass is dismissed you still have to munication studies major, worked be thinking about assignments, full-time over the summer as an EMT and firefighter for the towns exams and balancing school with of Forty-Fort, Swoyersville and a part-time job,” said Keblan. Students who choose to work in Wyoming. This was Broghamtheir fields of education can bener’s first time working full-time, efi t from the learning experience but he has been volunteering as both an EMT and “You learn about all of the different firefighter since he was a freshman in sectors of life. You need to know how college. to interact with people so this experi“I always thought ence helped me interpersonally and firemen were cool. hopefully that will help with my caI was nowhere near reer.” dedicated enough -Ryan Broghamer to study emergency medicine so I deit has to offer and can also meet a cided on public relations.” Broghamer participated in a sev- course requirement. “Besides making money, my en- to eight-month course to train time spent in the pharmacy is bento do his job. efi cial for the school year,” KeWorking as an EMT and fireblan said. “Rather than learning in fighter, Broghamer learned many a classroom setting, I am given the things about himself and his future opportunity to learn hands-on.” career in communications. While working full-time can en“You learn about all of the difhance a student’s insight into their ferent sectors of life. You need to chosen career, some students find know how to interact with people it to be an eye-opening experience so this experience helped me infor different reasons. terpersonally and hopefully that Amanda Karaffa is a sophomore will help with my career.” chemistry major with a minor in Broghamer is still working partsecondary education. She spent time, which means that between her summer working full-time his EMT duties, schoolwork and at the Wyoming Valley General his internship with the WilkesHospital in the pharmacy. Most Barre/Scranton Penguins, he is of her time was spent fi lling preputting in at least 60 hours per scriptions, taking medicine to difweek at some form of work. ferent fl oors and answering phone “I really like what I do and love the job. It can be something to fall calls. Karaffa chose to work in the back on. At the same time I’m pharmacy to gain experience from having an exciting adventure in a different perspective. While school because I’m graduating in working in the hospital, Karaffa learned many things about herself January.” Many students continue to work and her time spent pursuing pharpart time during school, not just to macy as a future career. “I learned that becoming a pharmake money but to also help with macist is very tough, competitive academics. Between work and and for me became very stressful school many students find time to the point that I was miserable. is an issue and that adjustment is This made me think about if pharsometimes all more difficult when macy was really the right career for me and is it worth all the stress I was putting on myself,” said Karaffa. For Karaffa, the transition between work and school was not difficult. “I never really stopped doing work all summer and only had one week off before fall semester began,” she said. Working this past summer also helped Karaffa make an important decision about her schooling. “Work affected me academically by showing me things in the real world to help me make my decision to change my major. It made me feel more confident that the change I was making was for the better for me now and in the future,” said Karaffa. Acade·mic excellence through mentoring. ,-41. r.r u I~ ii Jrh 1""""1 a n,:-u~r, :i I I. :,pc L;,r ,1 n w w ICES LJ.>,IIVE ll. s n , hi::il ·r " p·1n d: your mentor. www.wilb!s.ed1:.1 I1..,800 WILKES-U JI �SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 FEATURES 11 Online HelloWilkes site recognized nationally BY RAE THEISEN Beacon Correspondent First there was Hello Kitty, and now there’s HelloWilkes. Although HelloWilkes is not at all comparable to the adorable icon known as Hello Kitty, it is, in its own way, recognizable. HelloWilkes is a unique, interactive website created for prospective students to help them become familiar with the university and even one another before they arrived on campus this fall. Hoping to bank on the MySpace and Facebook trends, designers and university officials opted to use a combination of visuals and topics for discussion similar to those wildly popular sites. The website was then introduced to the incoming 2006 freshman class. Originally designed to replace the “closing piece” traditionally sent out by the admissions office to help persuade still deciding students, HelloWilkes has demonstrated to be more effective and less expensive. And while still not of Hello Kitty cultural icon status yet, the HelloWilkes site quickly garnered some national attention. USA Today and the Philadelphia Business Journal both featured articles about HelloWilkes this summer. According to Melanie Mickelson, Director of Admissions, the website started off slowly, as does anything brand new, but picked up as the idea of entering college became a daunting thought in many high school seniors’ minds. By the end of July the site boasted nearly 500,000 hits. “We did expect bumps in the road,” said Mickelson, “but anytime you do something innovative that happens.” Not only did the website help high school seniors decide whether or not they wished to attend Wilkes, but it provided important aid to those who have decided to call Wilkes University home. Students were able to connect with fellow peers and faculty members via e-conversations and learn more about the school’s opportunities and extracurricular activities. Students who use HelloWilkes will find it very similar to MySpace and Facebook. On each of these websites, a student creates a name and profile and submits a picture to distinguish them. However, unlike these two extremely popular websites, HelloWilkes is used specifically within the university. Through the conversations and interactions on the site, prospective students had the chance to gain advice and knowledge and build bonds with other students before they even move into their dorm rooms or start their first day of class. The “wall,” or message board, is essential to the website. There are sections for a variety of categories to post a message or ask a question. “I was able to get advice from people who had the same questions as me when they were a freshman, such as when I started looking into Student Government, I wanted to know how it worked, so several people were able to help me,” said freshman Andrew Seaman. A select few upperclassman who already worked for the university in some way had access to the website. These students were available to answer questions perspective students and incoming freshmen asked. “The students who worked with the site were great and loved it,” commented Mickelson. While the website appeared to make quick gains in popularity, officials note that it isn’t prone to the sort of noteriety traditionally associated with other facets of online meeting places. While it doesn’t seek to compete directly with Facebook or other online social sites, some students are reticent to split their time. “I think people don’t use it because Facebook is more popular,” said freshman Nick DiPaolo. Freshman Ashli Rentzel agrees with DiPaolo. “Yes, I’ve heard of it, but I haven’t used it and Facebook is way more popular,” she commented. The Office of Admissions already has big plans for next year. The usage of the website this year was fairly heavy, but it wasn’t what was expected. On the drawing board right now, to popularize HelloWilkes, are ideas for a more noticeable section for suggestions and even an area for parents. For the 2006 freshman class, the publicity was very low-key and according to Mickelson, the admissions office is considering stepping up the advertising for HelloWilkes. Based on the statistics and positive feedback from students, HelloWilkes is considered a success. When asked if she, personally, thought the website was victorious, Melanie Mickelson simply replied “absolutely.” Seaman agreed, adding, “I think the site will be beneficial to incoming freshman and transfer students. I think it can even help people who are already students that have questions.” Marriage across the miles Zellners tackle commuter marriage, new jobs Alan Zellner, a long-time Wilkes fixture who successfully evolved from student to employee and campus leader, said goodbye in August, after accepting the Director of Diversity position at Fort Hays State University in Kansas. It would seem that this story would end with Zellner’s move; however, there is a slight complication. His wife will be staying here at Wilkes University. Margaret Zellner, recently promoted to the one-stop shop co-coordinator position, has opted to retain her position with Wilkes even though her husband will be moving to Kansas. Many college students can relate to this long-distance arrangement. Having just recently left home to return to school, some students are still mourning the transition and the time away from their significant other. The Zellners do not view the time and distance as a burden. Instead, they are viewing this transition as an opportunity to grow and expand their careers and relationship. Margaret expressed that she has been prepared for such a move by her husband’s schedule these past years. “Alan has been mentally.” This transition initially came about because of Alan’s interest in Native American culture. “I grew up in an era of cowboys and Indians…I started reading up on the culture and it was very exciting.” He simply could not pass up an opportunity which would allow him to work in an area of the country with such a rich Native American population and history. At the same time Alan was making a commitment to Fort Hays University, Margaret was making her commitment to Wilkes. Both have agreed to stay at their respective universities for at least a period of two years. Margaret is helping to head the transition many Wilkes offices and departments are making to the Portrait of the Zellner family. Clockwise from top: UCOM building. She stated that “this project I’m working on is Jeffrey, Alan, Margaret, Lenore, and Kerry. going to be very time consuming a coach for so many years…. So I’ve been until it’s up and running.” used to him traveling and being out of town The fact that the Zellners will be very a lot.” She has been preparing, “…I would busy with their work may help them cope say, for the past two or three years, at least with this time apart. Photo courtesy of Zellner family BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. Features Editor A study by Govaerts and Dixon also found that the relationships between commuter couples are stronger than the average married couple largely because of the effort to communicate. The Zellners echoed an idea found in articles concerning how to make these kind of long distance relationships work. Alan’s advice to any couple considering a commuter marriage was “keep in touch and just be committed to why you’re doing it.” Also contributing to Margaret’s decision to stay in the area is the fact that their three grown children are all on this coast. She will more easily be able to deal with family emergencies while in Pennsylvania than if she had opted to travel to Kansas with her husband. Both husband and wife are excited about the move and look forward to the coming career changes and challenges. They note they are prepared for the time apart and the possible strain this may put on their relationship. However, they have faced adversity before and have survived 31 years of marriage and raising three children. Two years in different states may not be the hardest trial the couple has ever endured. �A&E SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 12 Dinner & A Movie Sordoni: ‘Penumbra’ The Five Percent 13 14 15 Fall Fashion: What to expect and how to pull it off BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO & MARISSA PHILLIPS Beacon. A&E Editor & Beacon Asst. A&E Editor If you open a magazine today, be forewarned. You are likely to come across images from the fall runways that boggle the mind. A man wearing a metallic gold suit, or one wearing a sheer top? And since when is grunge back? Have no fear, after pouring over the pages of countless fashion magazines and examining the aisles of numerous stores, we feel confident to bring you what we think will be the hottest trends this season. Perhaps the most important fashion waves shared by both genders this season are those that have been popular in the past: layering. Layering can keep you fashionable as well as warm in the upcoming months. For women, the look can be achieved by wearing leggings with skirts and Photo courtesy of manoloshoes.blogspot.com Photo courtesy of mandco.com mixing thermals with graphic tees. Guys can also snag the look by pairing button down shirts with argyle sweaters or graphic tees with varying sleeve lengths. Walk into any store, and it’s clear that one trend that cannot be ignored is skinny pants. For both guys and girls, baggy is out and thin is in. This look is best paired with tall boots or simple flats for girls. Following that skinny theme, T-shirt inspired dresses can be worn alone or with leggings. If you want to work the trend but leggings aren’t really your style, try an extra-long shirt with -- what else -- skinny jeans. Along the same lines (ahem), stripes are a huge hit this season. This pattern has shown up in everything from dresses to tops and even leggings. Wearing the new idea of volume can be a tricky task. The key is to pair chunkier pieces with slimmer silhouettes. Wide-leg trousers or bubble skirts can be combined with fitted blouses. The masculinity of boyfriend sweaters (such as oversized cardigans) can be balanced out by feminine skirts and heels. In general, styles from the 80’s have made a big comeback and the grunge look is starting to pop up in more and more stores, along with pseudo-gothic styles. All of these trends are suitable for girls and guys but should definitely be worn with caution because too much of one can be overkill. While tall boots have been a staple in fall wardrobes in the past, ankle boots are starting to gain popularity as well. The versatility of ankle boots is endless, considering they look classic with a skirt or dress and fresh with the indispensable skinny jean. In the past it may have been seen as tacky, but for this season, animal print is in. The most commonly seen print is leopard. For the more conservative, you’ll find leopard gloves, handbags and flats, but for the more daring there is a wide array of animal print tops, skirts and even stockings. Suits, vests and ties are no longer simply for men and have made their way into women’s wardrobes this fall. Menswear is becoming increasingly popular, but it’s important to take care when coordinating outfits. Pair men’s pants with a feminine top, or add jewelry to the ensemble so the look is not overdone. When preparing to bundle up this fall, be sure to pick up a peacoat. A wardrobe staple that has transcended generations, designers are adding a new twist to the classic peacoat. The new take on the peacoat means more embellishments and a broader range of colors. Men’s fashion this season is leaning toward a more structured yet relaxed style. Dubbed by many as “the new clean,” ensembles fresh off the runway include sleeker lines and basic pieces. Pairing button down shirts and sweaters with khakis or jeans and sneakers is one way to sport the relaxed preppy look that is so in right now. When the temperature begins to drop, the thing to pick up this fall is the military jacket. While blazers and track jackets are still in, the military jacket brings a sleek look to any wardrobe. Converse sneakers have always been a cult classic in the fashion world, but they are especially coveted this season. The variety of styles has expanded over the past few months, providing for more opportunities to accessorize. Apparently, although it may not be for everyone, men’s carryalls are becoming more socially acceptable. No longer just appearing in magazines and on the runway, these bags are beginning to appear in stores like Target, proving the trend really has caught on. Although these trends are big now, it’s important to be comfortable in what you’re wearing. If you feel awkward wearing something, chances are you’re going to look awkward, so make sure you mix classic pieces with trendy ones and don’t forget accessories. Photo courtesy of noflysonus.com �SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT mDinner and a Movie Movie: Crank BY MIKE WILLIAMS Beacon Correspondent Crank, the new film from Lions Gate Productions, is anything but your run of the mill action flick. From the opening moments of the film, the hero, Chev, a professional hitman played by international action star Jason Statham, has been injected with the dreaded “Beijing Cocktail,” a lethal poison for which there is no cure. This leaves him with less than one day to settle the score with those responsible, and, if time allows, see his girlfriend one last time. Unfortunately for Chev, the poison coursing through his veins is designed to cut off his adrenaline and will eventually result in a coma and, ultimately, death. This surprisingly works in favor of the viewer, as the only way for Chev to stay alive is to crank up the action, no pun intended, and do anything and everything he can to keep his heart-rate up, much to the delight of adrenaline junkies everywhere. In the action department, Crank delivers big time, mixing elements of hard-hitting action reminiscent of Statham’s The Transporter with the fast-paced “you stop, you die” pacing of Speed only here there Dinner: Bakehouse BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor To be quite truthful, what first drew me to the Bakehouse was not its wide selection of fresh baked goods or the fact that it is conveniently located on Wyoming Ave. in Kingston in the United Penn Plaza. Instead, it was the fact that it is near the Children’s Bootery, a place I have admired quite frequently simply because I enjoy saying the word “Bootery.” Say it out loud, you’ll see what I mean. Anyway, I’m happy to say that eventually, I did notice the Bakehouse’s enormous sign and opted to stop in for takeout. First and foremost, parking was not an issue. This is worth mentioning because I am a very angry driver and any place that does not resemble the zoo that is a Wal Mart parking lot gets points in my book. Upon entering the Bakehouse, the first thing that becomes apparent is its showcase of enticing baked goods. The restaurant offers a plethora of different bagel flavors along with an equally extensive selection of breads. Don’t even get me started on the desserts. With row upon row of cakes, pies and other sweets, it was difficult to resist temptation, but I opted for a semi-well balanced meal instead. The Bakehouse offers a wide variety of meal options, beside the desserts, of course. These include egg sandwiches; omelets; hearth-baked personal pizzas; grilled, classic, panini and bistro sandwiches, along with a selection of salads. After some thinking I ordered a Primavera sandwich. Although they had an impressive hot bever- age menu in addition to a selection of cold drinks, I opted to save a few bucks and find a drink at home. If I had chosen to eat-in, I expect it would have been a pleasant experience to report back, primarily because of the relaxed atmosphere of the Bakehouse. Customers have to place orders at the counter and can choose any open area on their own. Along with tables and chairs, some seating is provided by way of comfy looking couches at the far end of the restaurant. This is definitely something I plan on keeping in mind for my next visit. The sandwich I selected turned out to be an excellent choice. Although it is a classic I have ordered in the past, I was surprised it was put together as well as it was. Comprised of tomatoes, roasted red peppers, basil, olive oil and -the piece de resistancefresh mozzarella cheese on French baguette, it was exactly what I needed after starving all day long. For $5.99, I received a fairly decent sized sandwich. The bread was crispy but not overly so, and the tomatoes and peppers were an excellent complement to the rich and creamy mozzarella cheese. I must add that I was impressed at how fresh the cheese was, mostly because it is usually hard to get such quality products at such a low price. The fresh basil added a tangy, bright flavor, and all of the ingredients complemented one another perfectly. I did need to add a great deal of salt, but, for me, that’s no great shock, and it was certainly not unique to this take on the recipe, since the same has held true every other time I’ve had something similar. It must also be said that the staff was par- 13 is no bomb and there is no bus. There is only Jason Statham as a one-man wrecking crew in scene after scene of non-stop, jaw-dropping action. From beginning to end, Crank goes full-throttle into a dizzying array of fist fights, gun fights, motorcycle stunts and car chases, one of which leads the cops in a Blues Brothers-esque game of cat and mouse through a crowded Los Angeles mall, all in an attempt to keep our hero’s adrenaline pumping. All thrilling action sequences aside, the scene that is sure to raise pulses, and eyebrows, is one in which Statham, hoping to boost his rapidly depleting energy, engages in what can only be described as an incredibly graphic public display of affection with his love-interest, played by Amy Smart, on a crowded China Town street corner. Unlike many of the by-the-book action thrillers of today, Crank has a darkly comedic side, letting laughs fly alongside bullets. Adding the much needed and appreciated levity to many of the otherwise nerve-shatteringly intense scenes are country-singer Dwight Yoakam as Statham’s slightly perverted doctor and Efren Ramirez (viewers may recognize him as Pedro from Napoleon Dynamite) as his street-wise, cross-dressing sidekick. As enjoyable as it is, Crank is definitely not a movie for the whole family. Riddled with bloody gun battles, nudity, drug use, foul language and the aforementioned PDA, Crank has certainly earned its R rating. That withstanding, if you’re an action fan who can stomach the sight of blood--and there’s plenty of it--and handle a little lewd behavior, then strap yourselves in because, packed with nonstop action and some good laughs, Crank is a non-stop, high-octane thrill ride, well worth the price of a ticket. Grade: A- ticularly helpful and polite. The cashier was willing to offer her opinion and was patient when it took me a ridiculously long time to decide on an order. Overall, my experience was a very positive one and I cannot find any real downsides to dining at the Bakehouse, except for the fact that it seems like they run out of ingredients and certain baked goods from time to time. Otherwise, this is one eatery I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a light, appetizing meal. Grade: A be co,ol to yo,urself n 1le I c::-o e hazelnut vaniHa regul1a r flt l,'cQ:,rw1'"II !FR.EE Medium Iced Coffee Witll P u rcl1 ase of a. Sand,\l\'i ch ~BreakfB91: u r e.r"J;ie Barctwtti" • 1 �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 ‘Penumbra’ offers artistic take on natural phenomena BY AMY FUSCO Beacon Correspondent Anyone using the elevator in the Stark Learning Center can usually catch a glimpse of the latest show on display at the Sordoni Art Gallery through the glass doors. This month, though, passersby’s see only a blacked out window and a list of instructions. This is because the latest exhibition, “Penumbra,” is an installation unlike any other show displayed at the gallery in recent years. The installation of glass, light and sound is meant to “inspire memories of the power and intimacy of natural phenomena,” according to a press release from the gallery. The visitor is meant to have an experience of being in space, and in order to fully experience it, one Dom ·no's Drivers don't pay for ·t heir gas, VVE DO! CASH PA DAILY must stay for a while and really absorb all of the artwork. Ronald R. Bernier, Sordoni Director, said, “It should push the boundaries of the visitor’s assumptions about space and light. The audience should experience the feeling of disorientation and confusion about why this exhibition is art.” He added that this installation is intended to be a thought-provoking experience, from which people can gain knowledge. The exhibition’s artists are Angus Powers, Jon Clark and Jesse Daniels. The installation is a second version of their original project called “Quantum,” which was at the Delaware Center for Contemporary Art in 2005. Angus Powers is Assistant Professor of Glass at New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University. As a professor of glass, Powers primarily teaches students how to manipulate glass to make creative pieces. Clark is a Professor at the Tyler School of Art, Temple University, where he is the head of the glass department. And Daniels is an independent New Jersey artist. The three artists worked together to develop the digital production. According to a statement released by the artists, they “searched and tested many forces of nature with audio and video recording” through fieldwork. They examined the concept of planetary and celestial movement throughout a daily and monthly cycle. The video that was selected for the installation is meant to reflect solar light and random particles that, at all times, move in directional patterns around us. The video is uncomplicated, natural and recorded from nature. The artists explained, “As this process engages the space, the field, the sound, and beyond, it seems to surpass its natural qualities and becomes a dynamic force not expected.” “The light and sound connect with the field of glass to create a vast surface of energized transparent forms that converge with a backdrop of light,” they added. The Sordoni Art Gallery has never hosted an installation of this sort before, which makes it a very exciting event. Brittany Kramer, Coordinator, stated, “It’s the first time the gallery has done anything like this, and we expect a lively response from our visitors, both from students and the local community.” The exhibition is a unique creation that students and the public are encouraged to view, as long as they adhere to some guidelines laid out by the gallery. Since it is an installation, Sordoni officials note, taking in the art involves a little more care, particularly because it involves an almost completely darkened room. “Penumbra” opened to the public August 28 and will run through October 8. The Sordoni Art Gallery is open daily 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. What’s Happening Wednesday, September 13 - Ballroom dancing classes at Arts YOUniverse at 6 p.m., $25 a couple - “Home Grown Series” featuring The Five Percent at the Woodlands at 9 p.m. Friday, September 15 - Title Fight, Johnny Goes to the Carnival, Party Animals perfoming at The Backstage at 6 p.m. - Trylogy performing at the Woodlands at 10 p.m. ---~ ~-=-J E rn Up ta 10-15 p r DI.If tar mare] Saturday, September 16 - Jerry Seinfeld at the Kirby Theater at 7 and 9:30 pm - Louch, The Run In, and Blinded Passenger performing at Cafe Metropolis at 8 pm - State of Disgrace, Death in Custody, Spit on Your Grave, Killed by the Bull, Judgment, NMFTE performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. Sunday, September 17 -The Menzingers, Much the Same, What this Means, Arsenal Mayhem performing at Cafe Metropolis at 7 p.m. �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 15 Lo SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 Local Band Spotlight: The Five Percent BY MARISSA PHILLIPS Beacon Asst. A&E Editor was pleased with or were you all basically in agreement as to the kind of music you wanted to play? The Five Percent: We all had different tastes in music certainly; however, Matt and Neil each had extensive catalogs of original material, which although different, meshed well together and continue to do so. In recent months, the band has been writing together, which provides for an even more cohesive sound than before. The Beacon: I know that you’re working on a second album now. What can people expect with this new album? Can people expect different material but with the same sound, or will it be much different from your first? The Five Percent: We took the songs that people liked from our first album, and have crafted 13+ songs that are sure to please the fans we have and win over many new ones. on the new album due out in November. Certainly, we have grown to be somewhat of a closer family unit with one year of performing, traveling, and recording under our belts. The Five Percent: We really pride ourselves on our live performances. You can expect to hear many of our own tunes along with some crowd favorites that can keep you dancing. The Beacon: What exactly are your hopes for this band in about a year or two? Are you content playing locally or would you like to eventually become a major/nationally touring band? The Five Percent: We certainly plan to progress to the level of a nationally touring band to take it as far as possible, but will surely continue to play locally regardless of what happens. With numerous local venues that feature live bands on a weekly basis, Wilkes-Barre definitely has the right to boast about its diverse music scene. For those who are a bit out of the loop in terms of local bands, we figured it’d be helpful to offer a local band spotlight and keep you up to date on the current bands for which to look out. While music lovers The Beacon: And, along with the former can check out live bands at Café MetropoThe Beacon: The majority of upcoming question, is this band your main career for The Beacon: On your Myspace site you lis, Backstage and Slainte, the Woodlands list a number of bands with a similar sound shows you have booked are all in PA or on all of you, or do you juggle the band along is now featuring the 102.3 Mountaingrown/ to yours, but is there any band that fans the East Coast, but have you been able to with other full-time jobs? Weekender Original Music SeThe Five Percent: Although ries. During these concerts the some of us do have part time live performances are broadcast jobs, we are all working towards on the radio. This month the going full-time with music. Five Percent will be performing, and I caught up with them The Beacon: I know you guys to talk about their future plans have an upcoming show at the and share a little bit of informaWoodlands for the Mountain tion for anyone who has yet to Grown concert series in which see them perform. your live performance will be The Five Percent is a fourbroadcast on the radio. Do you piece band with Matt Ralph on think the fact that the show will accoustic guitar and lead vocals, be broadcast will change your Brian Keating on bass, Neil performance at all? Will there Nicastro on electric guitar and be any added pressure, or have vocals and A.J. Jump now on you all performed enough times drums, replacing former memthat it won’t really phase you? ber Kevin Soffera. Before they The Five Percent: We are came together Ralph and Keathonored to be a part of the ing were performing together Mountain Grown concert series, in the duo Six Second Yellow, and are excited about the new and Nicastro did solo recordformat, broadcasting the perings. In September of last year, formance live on the air. As far they released their album, 3483 as nerves go, it is a bit of added Seconds of Your Life, and they Photo Courtesy of The Five Percent pressure, but nothing we haven’t are currently working on a new From left, Brian Keating, former drummer Kevin Soffera, Matt Ralph, and Neil Nicastro. The band has dealt with on previous live radio album. been described by some as a hybrid of Incubus and Maroon 5. To find out for yourself, visit www.myspace. performances. com/thefivepercent. The Beacon: So I know that The Beacon: And lastly, with two of you, Matt and Brian, were in a band most frequently compare to you? tour the other side of the country with this the number of shows you guys play, you together in the past, but how exactly did all have to have countless stories. Please share, The Five Percent: A hybrid of Incubus band yet? If not, are you looking to? of the rest of your members meet up? The Five Percent: We have yet to tackle if you would, one of either the strangest or and Maroon 5. The Five Percent: Matt and I met Neil the West Coast, but it is no doubt on the most embarrassing experiences you’ve had through the music scene, when Neil was The Beacon: You’re still a fairly new band, list of things to do in the very near future. while performing. playing in the local hip hop band, The but you’ve already gone through changes, as We plan to tour more extensively all over The Five Percent: Getting a one hundred Collective. I (Brian) was one year ahead I can see with the change of drummer. How to push this new album. dollar bill thrown on stage to play “Brick of drummer, A.J. Jump throughout grade else have you progressed since your band House.” I didn’t even know how to play school and high school, so we had been was originally formed? The Beacon: For someone who hasn’t the song, but before the Benjamin hit the friends for quite some time. A.J. had also The Five Percent: We have progressed in yet seen you guys perform (which is hard stage, Neil yelled to me, “It’s in the key of established himself on the local scene, a number of ways. We have certainly grown to pull off since you guys play just about A minor,” and we rocked it like a hurricane. drumming for many acts such as the Black to be very tight musically. We have expand- everywhere in the area), explain what can There are stranger stories, but they would Lung Brothers, Osiris, and Charles Havira. ed our horizons musically, as will be heard be expected from your live performances. take quite some time to tell. The Beacon: Being that two of you came from a band together, and Neil and former member Kevin had separate music backgrounds of their own, was it difficult to form a musical style that everyone If you have yet to hear this band, you can find their music on their myspace site at www.myspace.com/thefivepercent. �SPORTS 16 SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 Lady Colonels welcome new lacrosse coach Former division II standout goalie makes Wilkes University new home BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor With a new school year must come some new coaches, or at least that is the way it has been at Wilkes for the past few years. This year the Lady Colonels welcome Kammie Studley to lead them on the field for lacrosse. Studley has a long history of playing lacrosse including playing for Pfeiffer University, a division II school. Studley first broke into the lacrosse scene during her sophomore year in college where she ranked eighth nationally in average goals allowed and eleventh in the nation in save percentage. Studley also takes over for Lady Colonels lacrosse with not only experience on the field but also some coaching experience. Last season she served as assistant coach for division I Niagara University. The size of the program is a little bit of a change for Studley who is used to playing and working at larger schools but she noted, “The transition is going really well and it looks like we have a promising team this season.” One of the things that Studley wants to focus on is to build the program to where it should be. The team has several returning players along with eight or nine new freshmen, which she feels, will add a good balance to the team. Captain Stacy Fimmano said that, “The new coach is going to be a really good asset. She is really about getting down to business in terms of the fact that she has already chosen plays and stated what she expects from the team.” “It is clear that the team this year knows the fundamentals, but one of the things that I want to focus on is building the bond between the team members,” said Studley. Courtesy of Sports Information New women’s lacrosse head coach Kammie Studley. IC'.!i ODK 1(1!;, ll" I $69.5!!1 (t{:,r.121-1 100 IC B4 ➔ . . t)9;99' �SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 SPORTS 17 Commentary As the season winds down, the NL MVP race heats up Ryan Howard looks to follow up his rookie of the year award in a big way BY TIM SEIGFRIED Beacon Asst. Sports Editor A new horse has joined the thoroughbreds currently in the race for National League MVP. Believe it or…well, just believe it. At the trading deadline just over a month ago, the contest for the most valuable player consisted of perennial all-star and last year’s MVP, Albert Pujols, and Carlos Beltran, the switch hitting centerfielder of the National League East leading New York Mets. But a lot can change in a month. For instance, Ryan Howard, the slugging first baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies, in just his first full season, has hit 21 home runs and 51 RBIs in 38 games since the trading deadline to take a commanding lead of both categories in the Major League. Howard, the reigning National League Rookie of the Year, is avoiding the sophomore slump that plagues so many young hitters. In fact, he is also setting records in doing so. Two weeks ago, Howard hit his 49th homer of the season, surpassing Phillies’ Hall of Fame third baseman Mike Schmidt as Philadephia’s single season home run champion. Now, as the playoff race begins to heat up, the Phillies find themselves right in the thick of things, despite jettisoning several players at the July 31 trade deadline, a move which signifies that a team has thrown in the towel for the remainder of the season. Since then, the Phillies have caught fire, going 23-15 and pulling themselves to within reach of the National League wild card, largely due in part to the efforts of Howard, who needed to pick up a great deal of the slack that resulted from the trades of three starting players. At the current pace, Howard stands to lead the league in homeruns and RBIs, while still Both Pujols and Beltran have put up great maintaining a batting average of over .300. Despite those numbers, the MVP race is far numbers, but more to the point, what actually defines value? from over. In the literal sense, the value of a player While the Phillies have not guaranteed themselves a postseason bid, Howard’s would be the production they provide based chances may be hurt a because voters tend on their salary. If that was the case, Howard, who makes to lean toward players who are on a playoff just enough in one season to purchase a Ferbound team. The MVP award was designed to honor rari, would literally provide more bang for the best overall player in each league, and your buck, as opposed to the likes of Belnowhere does it state that the recipient has tran, who stands to make just over $13 milto be part of the playoffs; however, it is usu- lion in 2006. However, the voters don’t factor salary ally the case. The most recent exception was in 2003, into their decision making, but rather they when Alex Rodriguez won the American look at the raw statistics, as well as other intangibles that playLeague MVP ers bring to the table, while he was such as leadership with the last and heart. place Texas One important facRangers. First NL MVP Award: tor is how they perWith the vot1931 form relative to the ers’ tendanFrankie Frisch, 2B other players on the cies in mind, St. Louis Cardinals team. Beltran is in I’ll start with the middle of one of the most obvithe most prolific lineous choice: St. Most MVP Awards: ups in the National Louis CardiBarry Bonds, LF League, an offense nals first baseSeven (‘90,’92,’93,’01,’02,’03, & ‘04) which has had severman Albert al players mentioned Pujols. Co-MVP: in MVP talks this Pujols startseason. ed the season 1979 Howard and Puwith a bang Keith Hernandez, 1B - St. Louis Cardinals jols, while certainly by belting 25 Willie Stargell, 1B - Pittsburgh Pirates not playing amongst homeruns in slouches, are leading just the first their teams in battwo months, making it a foregone conclusion that he ting average, home runs, and RBIs, and are was well on his way to capturing his sec- virtually alone in MVP talks among their ond MVP award in as many seasons. Un- teammates. Perhaps the most important factor is what fortunately, injuries sidelined the slugger for most of June, causing him to lose steam they do in the last weeks of the season, in what could have been a record breaking when each victory is important. A player season. He has since bounced back, hitting could have a tremendous year, but a poor .320 with 15 homeruns and 30 RBIs since September could cost them the award. On the All-Star break, while helping the Car- the flip side, a strong September resonates dinals to a comfortable lead in the National within the voters’ minds, especially if that effort results in a playoff berth. League central division. Now the question remains: Who will the The last player in the MVP race is Carlos Beltran, who is rebounding nicely from voters choose? Will they vote for the young phenom, who a tumultuous first season with the Mets. Beltran, whose numbers have improved is defying the odds in his young career; will considerably, led the MVP talks for most of they vote for the player who is having a the season, partially due to his team-lead- breakout year while his team is coasting to ing 25 homeruns and 68 RBIs before the the playoffs; or will they vote for the reignAll-Star break, and also because the Mets ing MVP, a slugger who is well on his way have a stranglehold on the National League to filling the record books? Gentlemen, with less than four weeks left, East, a division they led since the beginning the season starts now. of the season. Did you know... Courtesy of wikipedia.org Phillies, Ryan Howard up to bat. STATISTICS Thru 9/09 Ryan Howard, 1B Philadelphia Phillies Average: .314 HR: 56 RBI: 138 Albert Pujols, 1B St. Louis Cardinals Average: .318 HR: 44 RBI: 116 Carlos Beltran, CF New York Mets Average: .284 HR: 39 RBI: 113 �SPORTS 18 SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 Commentary GAME OF THE WEEK MLB: New York Yankees versus Boston Red Sox Yankees and Red Sox continue the greatest rivalry in sports Double Take BY KEVIN REED Beacon Staff Writer One of the greatest beauties of sport manifests itself through familiarity. The occurrence when two teams meet each other enough times to build a foundation of history where the tension among opposing fans can split a neighborhood, or a city, in half. Every professional sport has its prominent rivalry. The NFL has the 49ers and Cowboys, the NBA has the Lakers and Celtics, and the NHL has the Red Wings and Avalanche. In any of those prior examples, such rivalries only take center stage in a limited number of games per season. Major League Baseball’s version of the “Hatfields and the McCoys” is reserved for the ancient rivalry between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox. Everything from The Babe, to Aaron Boone, to Martinez/Zimmer missed excessive time and stars like slugI, to broken curses, the Yanks and Sox never ger David Ortiz and rookie sensation, closer seem to disappoint as they meet a total of Jonathon Papelbon have been in and out of nineteen times per year. And that’s only in the lineup for stretches of the year. However, the Red Sox have not coped well with the regular season. This year has been a see-saw battle at the their stars off the field. Ever since the Allpinnacle of the AL East division standings. Star break in July, the Red Sox have been Injuries have played a major role in the ups stuck in a gradual decline down the standand downs of the season and the ways in ings, including an absurd weekend when which each team has dealt with their own they were manhandled by New York in an injuries have defi- unheard-of 5-game sweep at home. Boston nitely made a differ- will need a huge turn-around if they want to ence in their perfor- find themselves playing meaningful basemances. Currently, the Yankees hold a formidable lead in the division and the Red Sox can do nothing but look up in both the AL East and the Wild Card. Over the course of the season, the Yankees have seen star outfielders Hideki Matsui and Gary Sheffield, second baseman Robinson Cano, starters Jaret Wright and Carl Pavano and stud reliever Octavio Dotel miss significant time. As ball this fall. As the 2006 Major League Baseball seaan attempt to patch some holes in their lineup, the Yanks brought in son winds down, games begin to mean more outfielder Bobby Abreu and pitch- and wins seem that much more difficult to er Cory Lidle from Philadelphia as come by. For the Yankees, they simply want well as utilityman Craig Wilson to nail down the division while the Sox need from Pittsburgh via trades. They to play some catch-up in a hurry. Although the Red have also Sox have plugged in some less- “As the 2006 MLB season winds down, achieved iracles er-known games begin to mean more and wins m in the past names within their sys- seem that much more difficult to come a g a i n s t the Yantem to as- by.” kees, they sume larger Kevin Reed, Beacon Staff Writer might be roles. All asking a of the filllittle too ins and new acquisitions have done wonders much if they want to steal some games from for the Yankees as they refused to New York if for nothing else than a potential pinstriped lineup reading like this: Daskip a beat, and it shows. On the other side of the coin, the mon-Jeter-Abreu-Giambi-Sheffield-MatRed Sox have had to endure inju- sui-Posada-Williams-Cano. They’re not ries of their own. Captain Jason too bad defensively either. Varitek, shortstop Alex Gonzalez, The Pick: Yankees 8, Red Sox 2 and starter Matt Clement have Andee examines the stats that truly matter... BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Asst. Op/Ed Editor After doing extensive research for this Double Take, I learned that there are a bunch of confusing numbers on the New York Yankees’ website. I have no idea what these numbers mean, but what kind of number is a “.600”? I don’t understand. The Red Sox had similar numbers, and it looks like they have a .528 for something called a “PCT”. What that is, I don’t know, but I know that the Red Sox have a higher number for an “L”. Either way, I really like the Sox’s website. It has cute little sockies all over it, and that makes me happy. Kind of makes me want to buy a pair, and since they aren’t playing in Boston, I bet there won’t be any on sale. Yeah, I don’t like that. If I want to buy little sockies, not even the Yankees are going to stop me. I bet there might even be a crowd uproar due to the lack of little sockies. That will definitely distract the Yankees if it happens. I hope it does. Boston’s winning this Saturday. �SPORTS SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 19 Athlete of the Week: Nicole Hahn BY CARLTON HOLMES Beacon Asst. Sports Editor Lady Colonel Nicole Hahn was aware of the high expectations, but despite the pressure, she managed to come away with a huge gain at the King’s Volleyball Tournament last week. In the first round of the tournament, Wilkes took on Lincoln University, sweeping them in straight sets. Hahn put on a stellar performance, handing out 29 assists and adding 4 aces. In the second round, Hahn and the rest of the team took on tournament host King’s College, where Hahn collected another 33 assists and 6 digs. Even with the Lady Colonels’ loss to King’s, Hahn still walked away with the tournament M.V.P award. “I was shocked! It didn’t sink in, because I wasn’t expecting individual recognition,” said Hahn. However, Hahn is no stranger when it comes to achieving recognition for excellent individual performance; in fact, she has been named to the All Tournament Team for two consecutive years. But Hahn attributes the majority of her success to the involvement from the other team members. “I wouldn’t have received the award if it were not for my teammates hitting and passing the ball,” said Hahn. The Lady Colonels return to the home portion of their season in the Marts Center on Wednesday, September 20 when they host Freedom Conference rival, the University of Scranton. The Beacon/Todd Weibel Editor’s Note: The coach was unavailable for comment by press time. Steve Uhas and a John Hopkins player make some contact on the field during the matchup between the two teams on Sunday afternoon at Ralston Field. WEEKEND RECAPS Men’s Soccer Montclair State University improved to 4-0 overall by netting a 3-0 men’s soccer victory over Wilkes University on Saturday afternoon at Ralston Field. The Colonels fall to 1-2 overall heading into Sunday’s home match with Johns Hopkins University at 1:00 p.m. Women’s Soccer Christina Waldele scored her second goal of the match with only 40 seconds remaining to propel Wilkes University to a 3-2 non-conference women’s soccer victory over Lebanon Valley College on Saturday afternoon. The win improves the Lady Colonels to 3-0 overall, while the Flying Dutchwomen fall to 0-3. Field Hockey Wilkes University posted a 3-0 non-conference field hockey win over Goucher College on Saturday afternoon in Maryland. The win improves the Lady Colonels to 3-0, while the Gophers see their record fall to 0-2. The Beacon/Todd Weibel Nicole Hahn looks to hit the ball over the net during the King’s Tournament where she walked away with the MVP award. Women’s Tennis Wilkes University swept all six singles matches to remain undefeated with a 7-2 non-conference women’s tennis win at Susquehanna University on Saturday. The Lady Colonels ran their overall record to 3-0, while the Crusaders see their mark fall to 1-2. NUMBERS OF THE WEEK 2 Goals scored by Christina Waldele during Saturday’s 3-2 victory over Lebanon Valley College. 9 Number of tackles made by both Kyle Follweiler and Tyler Henninger in Saturday’s 23-20 win over MAC rival Widener. 6 Singles matches that the Colonels swept in Saturday’s tennis match against Susquehanna to remain unbeaten. 33 Number of shots on goal by the Colonels field hockey teams in the 3-0 win over Goucher College. �Sports SEPTEMBER 11, 2006 20 Preview of the Week: Football vs. Delaware Valley BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor With nearly nine months of silence at the home of the Colonels, Ralston field athletic complex , life is about ready to return with tailgating, cheering fans and sounds of cheerleaders trying to get the crowd pumped up. After a 2-0 start to the season for the 23rd-ranked Colonels, the football team is ready to bring its game home as the Ralston Field schedule gets under way this coming Saturday. The threat of heavy rains on the scheduled home opener led officials to change the game’s venue to William Patterson in an effort to preserve Wilkes’s grass field. The Colonels will play their second Mid-Atlantic Conference game and first home game against conference rival Delaware Valley this weekend. Wilkes and Delaware Valley are both ranked nationally as top 25 teams in Di- vision III football, while ranked first and second respectively in the Mid-Atlantic Conference. The Colonels, who have played two competitive games against William Patterson and Widener in the first two weeks of the season, do not expect any less from longtime rival Delaware Valley. The two teams have a long history with one another, with the Colonels leading the previous 44 game history 29-15 with back-toback losses to the Aggies, including a 4th quarter loss last season 17-14. Prior to the past two seasons, the Colonels beat the Aggies 13 years straight. This game is going to be all about revenge, honor and pride for the Colonels. Junior defensive lineman Jason Acquaye said, “Preparedness is one of the coach’s themes, so if you are not prepared then you will lose.” Last weekend the Colonels posted their second win of the season against Widener University. Wil- kes overcame all odds and a scoring deficit the entire game to come back and win 23-20 with less than a minute left in regulation. “I am so proud of this group of guys,” commented head coach Frank Sheptock. “To be down on the road in the fourth quarter on the road against a very good football team and to find a way to win is a great sign of character. On Friday we talked about playing with energy and having that mental toughness that you need to have in order to overcome adversity. It is extremely gratifying to see how they took what we talked about and applied it. I have been the head coach for 11 years and this might be the win I am most proud of because it was a complete team effort.” The game against Delaware Valley will be played at home this coming Saturday at the Ralston Field Athletic complex beginning at 1:00 p.m. You can also catch the game on 90.7 WCLH. The Beacon/Todd Weibel The Colonels offensive line in a game against Lebanon Valley last season. The Colonels prepare this week for MAC rival Delaware Valley in the home opener for the team. . _. · Camuua Calendar. All Week: *Football vs. Delaware Valley - 1:00 p.m. *Sordoni Art Gallery Exhib*Women’s tennis vs. Deit, Penumbra Thursday (9/14) *Welcome Back Dance & Sales - 1:00 p.m. Mixer, King’s College Con- *Field Hockey vs. ManhatMonday (9/11) tanville - 1:00 p.m. *Campus 9/11 Commemora- nerton’s Café - 10:00 p.m. tion at the Peace Pole - 8:45 Sunday (9/17) p.m. Friday (9/15) *Women’s volleyball @ *Hershey Park Trip/Student Scranton Tournament - 3:00 Development Weekend SeTuesday (9/12) ries - 10:00 a.m. *Women’s tennis @ King’s p.m. *Women’s tennis vs. Leba- 3:30 p.m. non Valley - 12:00 p.m. *Women’s soccer vs. Elmira Saturday (9/16) - 4:00 p.m. *Wilkes Open House for *Men’s soccer @ Moravian *Field Hockey @ Misericor- High School students - 9:00 - 1:00 p.m. *Charles B. Reif Memorial dia - 7:00 p.m. a.m. *Women’s volleyball @ *Women’s soccer vs. Mora- Service, First Presbyterian Church - 2:30 p.m. FDU-Florham - 7:00 p.m. vian - 11:00 a.m. *Women’s volleyball @ Scranton Tournament - 11:30 Wednesday (9/13) *Men’s Soccer @ Widener a.m. Find this Picture on Campus and... WIN CASH - 7:00 p.m. This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University’s campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put “Campus Picture” as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $10 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 September 11th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 September 11 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/2a2dc35e87452354b8b48bdf7335dc87.pdf 3b499b31d4fbe31bd42e530a5dfc9218 PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA The THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 Volume 59 Issue 2 www.wilkesbeacon.com Director of Multicultural Affairs Dismissed Students participating at diversity retreat offer differing accounts BY NICK PODOLAK & TABITHA HAPEMAN Beacon News Editor & Asst. Features Editor eekend Retre scheduled for ember 8th to 1 tudents interes these positions The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski A controversial diversity leadership retreat held September 8-10 at Camp Ladore in Waymart, Pennsylvania has been the source of criticism and discord among 12 Wilkes student participants. While no direct connection had been confirmed, Andita Parker Lloyd, Coordinator of Multicultural Affairs, was in attendance at the retreat and was fired Friday according to university administrators. Dean of Student Affairs Mark Allen stated, “While we understand the interest in Ms. Parker-Lloyd’s status, the University is unable to respond or answer questions regarding personnel matters. I am able to confirm that Ms. Parker-Lloyd is no longer employed at Wilkes University.” Vice President Paul Adams also confirmed her dismissal. According to participants, the second annual retreat started off on a positive note on campus Friday night. The event facilitator Ron Feldhun, a personal development consultant from New Jersey, said he planned a weekend of building leadership skills centered on diversity. On Saturday, the students traveled to the camp where they were introduced to both Feldhun and a list of beliefs titled “The Top Ten Concepts for Maximizing Success.” It was at this point some students claim events started to unravel and become confrontational. After getting through the first three items on the list with ease, the fourth prompt caused some friction between the facilitator and a number of the participants. The statement read, “It’s always about ourselves first.” In order to illustrate that concept, Feldhun posed See DIVERSITY page 3 The Office of Multicultural Affairs advertises for its weekend diversity retreat. New alcohol education program aimed at freshmen Failure to complete results in disciplinary action BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. News Editor Wilkes University recently took a significant step forward in helping incoming freshmen become more educated about a topic many college students already know a lot about--alcohol. According to a recent letter sent out to freshmen, AlcoholEdu is “a thoughtful, educated and educating program for adults committed to thinking about their life choices.” It is also now a requirement for all freshmen, with stiff penalties for failure to complete. AlcoholEdu is a two-part program. Part one takes approximately three hours to complete and includes two surveys, a pretest, chapter readings and an exam. In order to move on to part two, the student must earn a grade of 70 or higher to pass. Part two of the program consists of another chapter reading and a final survey. Mark Allen, Dean of Student Affairs and In This Issue... Jake Simonis Memorial PAGE 9 Fall TV Preview PAGE 15 co-coordinator of the program, explained how the idea for a substantial alcohol prevention course came about. “The AlcoholEdu program was discussed at an alcohol task force meeting in the spring. The company was asked to make a presentation to the group and did so. AlcoholEdu is a population level prevention program, which by definition ‘leverages students’ social networks to produce significant improvement in alcohol-related perception and behaviors, and inspires social and cultural change’.” AL MVP Race PAGE 17 Over 450 campuses nationwide and 250,000 students participate in AlcoholEdu. Allen noted that the program has been touted as effective. “This is a program that has been independently researched and evaluated. Among the findings, students who had completed the program had 50% fewer negative social and academic consequences See ALCOHOL page 5 Index News................................1-5 Opinion.............................6-8 Features.........................9-11 Arts & Entertainment....12-15 Sports...........................16-20 �NEWS SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 2 Einstein Bagels Facebook Party on the Square 3 4 5 Rwandan students strive to make impact International student population grows to record levels BY NICK PODOLAK Beacon News Editor Since its first international student graduated in 1965 (a Korean majoring in engineering), Wilkes has welcomed students from over 57 different countries. This semester, the largest international class since 1987 will call Wilkes home. “In recent history this is a highwater mark,” said Vice President of Enrollment Services, Mike Frantz. “It’s the most international students we’ve seen in one term in my eight years.” But perhaps one of the most intriguing stories to come out of the influx of internationals is that four undergraduate students are natives of Rwanda. Two of the four students were prompted to come to Wilkes by the efforts of Matondo Filawo, an African native living in Chicago who has a business that builds roads in the Congo. His plant is based in Sweet Valley. “Matondo is very interested in helping students identify and acquire U.S. educations, so they could then go back to Rwanda and be highly educated, contributing members of those growing economies,” Frantz said. When Yves Ngabonziza, the first student from “The Land of a Thousand Hills,” introduced Matondo to Frantz, Frantz was never to forget what he said. “He said, ‘Yves, when you graduate and go home, you will be the only environmental engineer in the country who is a native of Rwanda.’ Talk about having an impact on a country. Through education he can have a significant impact on a growing country and economy,” Frantz said. That is exactly what Christian Makuza intends to do after he graduates. Makuza, who is majoring in computer information systems, was lucky enough to live in Rwanda’s capital and largest city, Kigali, where internet cafés are literally the only means of getting access to a computer. “For people who live outside the capital, it is impossible for them to get a computer,” he said. After he graduates, Makuza plans to return to his homeland and teach, which will have an immediate impact on a war-torn country in the midst of recovery. A civil war between the Hutus and Tutsis in 1994, while lasting only four months, resulted in the genocide of nearly a million people and left the country devastated. “After all we’ve been through in Rwanda, we have to build everything from the start,” he said. “Everything was destroyed in 1994, so we need all the knowledge possible to get the country out of poverty.” When asked how he and his fellow Rwandans picked up the English language, he said in school, through T.V. and most surprisingly, American hip-hop. “Yeah, it makes you learn English,” he said with a chuckle. “We like Tupac.” Though there may not be any mountain gorillas in Wilkes-Barre, Makuza should feel right at home with his Rwandan counterparts, who are all striving to further their education to help rebuild their oppressed country. The rest of this year’s international undergraduates include four Saudi Arabian students, three students from China and representatives of the British Virgin Islands, South Korea, Kuwait, Germany and India. Six Saudi English-as-a-secondlanguage (ESL) students and 13 international graduate students with degrees in electrical engineering will also grace the campus this semester. “This is all part of our interest in seeing Wilkes continuing to be a warm and welcoming environment to persons of every variety of background. Be it religion, race, nationality, gender, whatever it may be. And we will continue to look for qualified students who are a good fit for this institution that meet our long-term diversity goals,” Frantz said. BEACON Serving the community through fair and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers. Editorial Staff Editor-in-Chief: Curran Dobson Email: wilkesbeacon@gmail.com News Editor: Nick Podolak Email: beaconnewsline@gmail.com Op/Ed Editor: Kristyn Ostman Email: thebeacon.oped@gmail.com Features Editor: Nora Jurasits Email: thebeaconfeatures@gmail.com A&E Editor: Stephanie Debalko Email: thebeaconae@gmail.com Sports Editor: Ariel Cohen Email: beaconsports@gmail.com Photo Editor: Nick Zmijewski Advertising Managers: Stephanie Yachim Dana Zlotucha Email: thebeacon.ads@gmail.com Advisor: Dr. Andrea Breemer Frantz Established in 1936 PA Newspaper Association Member Printed on Mondays during the academic school year. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Students from Rwanda call Wilkes home to aquire U.S. educations. Their hope is to return to Rwanda as highly educated individuals who can contribute to a growing economy. From left: Kanyabugoyi (Gael) Somayire, Christian Makuza, Yves Ngabonziza, Brice Biruta. 130 S. River St. First Floor, Conyngham Hall, Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �NEWS SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 3 Bagels, baby: Einstein Bros. Bagels set to open in November BY DAVE SEBELIN Beacon Correspondent If nothing else, the buzzword on campus this fall has been change. An expanded greenway, newly hired faculty and a movie theater complex within walking distance of campus are a few of the changes since the spring [see corresponding stories in the issue September 11th of The Beacon: “Freshmen aren’t the only new faces” and “Believing in downtown W-B”] . Many of the new developments on and off campus have been in the discussion and planning stages for at least a year, and may not surprise campus members. However, what may come as a surprise is that the university will soon be ‘rolling in the dough’ this fall. Where will it get all the dough? Perhaps by passing the cost on to students? No, university officials have not decided to increase tuition or raise book prices just yet; rather, ‘the dough’ will be available to students and faculty across the entire campus - all eighteen different varieties of bagel dough, that is. Tentatively set to open by mid November, Einstein Bros. Bagels will become the latest addition to the Wilkes dining experience. Providing a series of food choices such as sandwiches, coffee and, of course, bagels, the café will serve students, faculty and the DIVERSITY from FRONT PAGE a hypothetical situation to the group: Which would you rather have, $1 million or your best friend? According to participant reports, seven of the 12 students stated that they would rather take the money than sacrifice their relationship with their best friend. The remaining five students opted to refuse the money. Feldhun explained, “In order for you to be a [diversity] ambassador…you have to understand the truth about yourself but also about how other people see things.” He added, “[Point number 4] says this - someone is going to do things for themselves first.” The million dollar question was meant to illustrate this idea. The students who opted for the friend over money were not only aggressively challenged for their opinions, but claim they were also segregated because of them. The participants acknowledged that it was at this point that the “A-Team” (those who chose the money) became privileged and the “others” were ostracized. According to Nitasa Sahu, sophomore public from its new location on the first floor of the UCOM facility. When completed, Einstein Bagels will offer students a fourth choice in dining on campus, and a few new selections to add to any breakfast or lunchtime menu. Situated across from University Towers and the parking garage along South Main Street, the new dining area is intended to be another convenience to students entering the university. Christopher Bailey, director of campus support services, describes Einstein’s as “a one stop shop for faculty, students and staff . . . a place for offices, athletics and now dining.” Bailey added, “Our intention is to make this area one of the centers of university activity.” With soon to be over a hundred staff members housed in the UCOM, foot traffic from the pedestrians, and nearby residence of University Towers, officials hope Einstein Bagels will draw crowds during the morning to mid day hours. Hours of operation, while subject to change, are Monday through Friday 7:00am to 3:00pm and weekend hours of 8:00am to 1:30pm. The dining area will provide a variety of food including hot grilled panini sandwiches and omelet bagels. Coffee and fruit drinks will also be on the menu for anyone just stopping in or ordering a complete meal. A seating area will also be part of the design, accommodating customers who are interested in a relaxing meal. In addition, the dining area will be presented in a theme developed by the organization. The Einstein Bros. brand and design come from a national chain owned and created by New World Restaurant Group located in Golden, Colorado. According to the organization’s website, it currently operates 355 locations and 69 licensed businesses across America. In the case of Wilkes University, Einstein Bagels was licensed by Sodexho as a part of New World’s franchising policy. Sodexho, the primary provider of food on campus, will officially run the café while maintaining the style of the Einstein brand. According to Michael Raub, retail manager of dining on campus, “Einstein’s theme is not unlike Panera Bread but less formal. It has breakfast and lunch menus while also serving fresh baked goods.” Since Einstein Bros. will be run by Sodexho and located on campus, university meal plans will apply to the new dining area. Raub explained, “Einstein is along the same premise as Rifkin Café. . . you will be able to use dining dollars and flex dollars to pay for meals.” While Einstein’s Bagels offers another opportunity for students to satisfy their hunger pains, many wonder if there really is a need for another sandwich style dining area like Rifkin Café. According to Christopher Bailey, “The intention isn’t to replace Rifkin, but rather to compliment it. We obviously don’t want to cannibalize our market...We haven’t really had a chance to discuss what will happen to Rifkin in the future, but we were looking into turning it into a convenience center, not unlike a Wawa. . . but this would need to be discussed first with the Student Government.” Whether Rifkin Café is redesigned to compliment Einstein remains to be seen, but undoubtedly the new dining area will play a vital role as the university expands away from the river and into the city. Steve Felter, a sophomore history major, when asked about Einstein’s, commented, “I think it will give students another place to eat . . . from my point of view Rifkin is closer, but the people in university towers have a very good location to eat and don’t have to worry about walking very far.” Einstein Bros. Bagels is scheduled to open in November of 2006 inside the UCOM facility. Though no date has been officially set, information will be released as further progress is made. nursing student and retreat participant, the smaller team was told that the larger team would not be working with them because of the differing opinions on the issue. Sahu said she was shocked by this strategy and criticized Feldhun for it. According to Sahu, he pointed to another participant and replied, “If you can call me phony, then I call you a terrorist.” After this incident, participants report that sophomore nursing student Josh Pauling, who is of Asian descent, was singled out and the rest of the team was allegedly encouraged to chant “chink” in his direction. But, he stated that the group had his approval to do this. Pauling explained, “We were told that the whole weekend was an act…it wasn’t to be taken completely seriously. It showed that I was willing to be part of the group and there weren’t any hard feelings…they were chanting it. They were told to say it.” Sahu noted that she felt he appeared uncomfortable during the experience, and she was “disgusted” by the experience. The accounts of Saturday’s retreat differ as to whether or not the students were provided with meals. Sahu charged that they were not fed for over seven hours. Feldhun stated, however, “I can tell you with 100% certainty…none of that took place…What they’re saying happened… never happened.” Sahu said that she and two other students, one who was unavailable for interview and another who was unwilling to comment on the controversy, approached Parker-Lloyd after the retreat and asked why she allowed the weekend to continue as it did. Sahu said that Parker Lloyd replied that there was no such thing as diversity. Junior communication studies major Mark Congdon, a member of the so-called ‘A team’, recalled this scene differently. He did not deny that the statement was made, but clarified that Parker-Lloyd was speaking of diversity on the Wilkes campus only. The Beacon contacted Parker Lloyd and offered her the opportunity to respond to student allegations regarding the diversity retreat. However, she refused to comment. While some student participants such as Congdon claim that the retreat’s unconventional methods were “life changing” in a positive sense, others believe that the confrontational approach was detrimental and extreme. Avni Vaschani, sophomore pharmaceu- tical science major said, “If I had to rate [the experience], I’d give it a four. I did learn something, but I think it was a waste of time. Everyone has a different perspective…I didn’t like it when he called us ‘terrorists.’” Alberto Prado, Coordinator of Academic Services, Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction will serve as interim coordinator of Multicultural Affairs according to Vice President of Student Affairs Paul Adams. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Andita Parker-Lloyd �NEWS SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 4 Myspace, Facebook runs risks for job seekers Social networking causes more harm than good for college students BY SARAH DOMAN Beacon Asst. News Editor With one click of the button it is possible to find almost anyone or anything on the internet. People can find lost schoolmates, new friends, stalkers, child predators and now the reason for a job rejection. The increasing popularity of web-based communities such as MySpace.com and Facebook.com promote connections on the internet that are now being fully recognized and exploited. According to creators of Facebook.com, “Facebook is a social utility that helps people better understand the world around them. Facebook develops technologies that facilitate the spread of information through social networks, allowing people to share information online the same way they do in the real world.” Facebook launched in February of 2004 and now has over nine million registered users. It also sees the seventh most web traffic on the internet. Mary Waldorf, coordinator of leadership development, attended the APCA leadership conference last week at which attorney Adam Lambert presented a workshop on MySpace and Facebook. She said, “Greenberg Quinlan Rosner Research asked a group of 18-24 year olds (not just college students) if they have a personal website, page or blog, and they found that 52% have a Myspace page, 34% were on Facebook and nearly 50% of all incoming freshman had a Facebook account before orientation. Another interesting fact students and I learned at the APCA leadership conference came from research conducted by Student Monitor. They report that Facebook is now just as popular with college students as beer.” Social networking sites such as Facebook. com are open to the public, and since the internet is viewed as a public space, virtually anyone with a computer can view the content of these pages. Users can join Facebook. com simply by providing a valid e-mail address from an organization or school, making the site popular with the college crowd. Amanda McMahon, senior English/secondary education major has had her Facebook account for approximately two years. “One major benefit of Facebook [is that it] actually helps out my job as a resident assistant because I can post announcements or message all members of the group I created for my dorm,” she said. Facebook allows members to post messages, pictures, as well as personal information such as contact information and interests. However, it is the content that students choose to display in their account that can be cause for some negative consequences now and in the future. McMahon said, “I have noticed that the popular kind of ‘harm’ done does not come from stalkers, as often warned, but rather through the kind of images students choose to portray on these sites. These images, often viewed as an accurate representation of the character of a person, can affect the professional and academic life of the student.” Media sources such as CNN and the Chicago Tribune have warned the public about social networking sites and the harm these sites can cause students both inside and outside of school. More and more employers and institutions are searching sites like Myspace and Facebook to find information about prospective employees and taking the information they find on these sites into account during the hiring/firing process. Richard Hannick, a 2005 graduate of Wilkes University, works as an interim manager for FYE. “I got rid of Facebook because I saw on CNN that employers do background checks and they can look at it as part of it,” he said. “Going into the workforce and finding out about Facebook really freaked me out.” Social networking accounts are not preventing college students from having a professional and personal life, but the content they chose to display is, especially when it comes to employers. “Students don’t need to totally remove their personal pages on MySpace and Facebook, but if they are in the process of searching for internships and jobs, it may be in their best interest to portray a professional image on those sites as well. Students can clean up their pages and use them as an opportunity to make a positive first impression. I guess a general rule of thumb when it comes to social networking sites and internship/job searches could be, if you wouldn’t put it on your resume, don’t put it on the web,” said Waldorf. Some students agree that content can be a factor in the job search. “Often, the choice of what gets posted particularly pertains to the person’s moral and ethical self, a self they employers are wondering about, but that interview questions and criminal record checks may not be able to pick up on,” said McMahon. With this in mind, Waldorf said, “Employers wouldn’t necessarily be telling potential interns or recent college grads they are not being offered a position because of the content of their pages. What’s even worse is the possibility exists that students may not even be getting the initial interview because of what they have posted on such accounts, and they would never know why.” Students are aware that for some future careers it will be necessary to deactivate their Facebook accounts. “I will definitely discard my accounts based on my occupation. I will be applying for a secondary education position and it is very risky to have any kind of public information on the internet, especially when I do get hired. If I want the respect from seniors in high school, then I should not have a MySpace/Facebook account with pictures of what I do in my spare time and who my friends are,” said Alicia Demer, senior English/secondary education major. However, some students may not feel it is necessary to edit their pages or remove them all together. Waldorf said, “Greenberg found that 83% of students surveyed were not concerned with the impact their online behavior may have on them getting a job.” Gretchen Yeninas, director of residence life said, “In the course of hiring Resident Assistants, we do not search those sites for additional information about students. However, if something comes to our attention, the RAs know that they will be held responsible for what we see on their pages.” The most popular form of incriminating evidence across college campuses is the infamous profile picture of underage drinking. Students often post photos of policy violations, which can cause for disciplinary measures to be taken by the university. “A bigger concern has been that students at many campuses are posting pictures of themselves violating student codes and local laws. 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All freshman are required to participate, and failure to complete the prgram will result in an alcohol violation, diciplinary action and a monetary fine. ALCOHOL from FRONT PAGE related to drinking than students who had not completed the program.” He added, “Through their learning experience it is hoped that there will be a greater awareness with respect to the effects of alcohol, thus challenging students to think specifically about choices as alcohol relates to academic and personal success.” All Wilkes freshmen are required to take part in the program and Allen noted that university of- ficials are taking the program seriously. Those students who do not successfully finish AlcoholEdu will receive an alcohol violation, disciplinary action by the University and a monetary fine. The Office of Student Affairs proposed the penalties for AlcoholEdu; however, Allen said, “Certainly disciplinary action is not the motivation for this program. It is hoped that all students will complete the program....The issue of alcohol misuse and abuse is prevalent on many college campuses and our connecting this to an expectation for completion reinforces the message that this is an area students need to think about and reflect upon. It is a proactive attempt to avoid problems and, at the same time, promote wellness.” Jade Eskovitz, freshman undecided major, feels that the university’s penalties may be extreme. “I feel the punishments for not completing AlcoholEdu are slightly severe. I never thought I could actually get an alcohol violation without ever drinking,” she said. “However, I feel the university is trying to make a point that alcohol is a serious problem on college campuses. Sure, the main reason students are taking part in schedules, students are making themselves targets for predators. Unfortunately, the mentality tends to be ‘it won’t happen to me,’” said Waldorf. Although the internet is a public place, many students question whether or not employers have the right to look at the information on social networking sites, and whether or not they have the right to base the hiring/firing of a person because if it. Demer said, “I think that what the applicant does on his or her own time is their private business and until their personal and private life affect their performance at work, it should not be the employer’s business.” When asked if employers have the right to look at these sites, Yeninas said, “Personally, yes, but it is a fine line. Students need to remember that it is a pubthe program is to avoid the disciplinary actions, but hopefully after completion they will feel better educated about alcohol usage.” said Eskovitz. “The connection of a consequence to successful completion of the program is a common practice among several schools in an effort to insure that all students are presented with the experience,” Allen said. “Alcohol is the drug of choice on college campuses. Many of the negative behavior is- Busted Drinking Myth: sues brought to Student Affairs are related to alcohol use. Again, not uncommon in a college setting. This is a prevention program that has shown success on many college campuses in reducing this behavior. If it provides an opportunity for students to make better choices, which translates into a successful personal and academic experience, then the program is well worth it.” On Thursday September 14, 2006, Wilkes-Barre hosted its annual party on the square from 6-9pm. 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Social networking contributes to social life, but also makes having a private life virtually impossible. “As long as the internet in general continues to work the way it does, I feel that none of us contributing to the online world will ever truly have private space,” said McMahon. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski �Opinion SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 Republicans This is How We Do It Your Voices 6 \. First graders should stop and smell the roses Push for smarter, younger students erases their creativity some schools, social studies, have all been cut to spend more time on reading, writing and spelling. The push for better, brighter, Now that we’re in college, don’t younger students is enacting a we all look back on the good ol’ heavy toll on the students themdays of our childhood, when the selves. Pressured by demands worst thing we had to worry about they are unable to handle at such was what color crayon to use on an age, more and more students-our latest artistic masterpiece or and not just first graders--are being whether or not our parents would held back a grade, creating shame let us stay up past our bedtime? and feelings of failure. Teachers As adults, we are forced to and school administrators alike juggle numerous responsibilifeel the crunch as well, pressured ties, finding the balance between by Bush’s No Child Left Behind the need for money, the stress of act. Schools run the risk of losing studying and the time constraints funding if all students do not perof work. Sadly, long gone are the form well on state-mandated tests. relaxing, carefree days of elemenAs the Newsweek article explains, tary school. starting the learning process in earIn a startling trend that is gathernest at an earlier age does not necing momentum across the United essarily mean first graders will be States, first graders are losing their smarter or more intelligent down own sense of what it means to be a the line. Each age has approprikid and are being forced to read at ate lessons and skills to learn, which shouldn’t be rushed or skipped. You have an OPINION While stuand we want to hear it _I dents our age can identify Want to expiess your unique views to the Wilkes o=wnmrun:i:l:y? with these Th.s Beacon'~ Opinion secti:in is SIXl1.lllllg c.;nnpus in search of' pressures, writers with freili tloughts and V1e'W"S . which are similar to the competitive rush to ace the SATs or even the GREs, we are better equipped to handle stress than these 6-year-olds. Imagine the burnout these kids will experience in 12 years, If'}'OU have any ideas, questi:ins or a s.;nnple o=wlunm. or editorial c-iltoons, please cord:act: when they are ready to go to OF"IN ICIN EDITCIR: KRBTVN C>!3-TMA.N, CIR college. If Ass.BTANT OF"IN DN EDITOR: AN DEE SCARA..NTINO the race starts th9h9acon . op9d@gmai l . com when the kids BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD a younger age than what is deemed appropriate, in increasingly stringent and demanding programs. According to a September 11, 2006 Newsweek cover article, kindergarteners are being bombarded by reading lessons, and those first graders who haven’t mastered the skills attend remedial sessions for extra help. In the race to educate children faster, parents are also concerned with making their children the best and the brightest. Parents of first graders are already worried about Ivy League colleges and top-notch high schools, citing concerns that if their child struggles with reading in first grade, they will surely struggle with more difficult subjects later on in life, leaving them behind in the race. The same Newsweek article states that recess, music and art classes, and in The Pen is IVIightier ... 7 7 8 should be painting and singing songs, they will be ill-equipped for the long haul and will lack the stamina and endurance to even make it to senior year. And, when they do make it to senior year, where will their sense of creativity and ingenuity have gone? Will they know how to relax, laugh at themselves and the absurdity of the world? Or will they reflect the physical and mental toll exacted upon them by the work-aholic elder generation? These students will be focused on making the grade, acing the test or winning the spelling bee. No child left behind inspired mandates and teaching methods are wrongly indicating to students that value is located exclusively on winning and being the best and first. They will hear only that the world values book smarts and high reading levels to the exclusion of the rest of what rounds us out and makes us human. Perhaps, then, the issue lies less with teachers and parents and first-graders, but instead with America’s mentality about what we will value. While we all need the brainiacs to perform surgeries and build bridges, we also still need artists, musicians and actors to put the fun back into the world. We need caregivers for our children, men and women to police the streets and those who will save us from a burning building. We need to find a way to value every child, every man and woman, for the gifts and talents they can offer us all. And, we must remember that our children are growing up in a world where hate and greed and envy exist. Let’s spare them a full dose of reality until they’re ready to tackle it, and leave time for childhood pursuits. Responsibility comes soon enough. Beacon Poll Results The following are results of a poll that The Beacon conducted online this past week. The poll was unscientific, and does not claim to reflect the overall attitudes of students on campus. Results are based on 46 responses. The Beacon asked: What addition or change to downtown WilkesBarre are you most excited about? • Movies 14 complex - 28% • Barnes & Noble shared college bookstore - 24% • The promise of a cleaner, safer downtown - 20% • Club Mardi Gras - 13% • The promise of Public Square wifi - 7% • Downtown streetlights - 4% • Billiards parlor - 4% • More downtown housing options - 0% • Wilkes University parking garage on Main Street - 0% • Other - 0% Next Week’s Poll Question: How can President Bush raise his approval rating? • Grow a beard • Dress like a dinosaur • Buy everyone a puppy • Carry a man-purse • Find bin Laden • Have an affair with an intern • Fire a cabinet member • Get breast implants • Wear an eye patch • Speak with an Austrian accent Visit www.wilkesbeacon.com to cast your vote. Results will be published in next week’s issue of The Beacon. �OPINION SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 Republicans’ foothold tenuous at best for November 7 Erosion of public support justified in the wake of Iraq, Katrina and lies BY ROBERT DONAHUE Beacon Correspondent Well, here we go again! Another election year, and this time Republicans are even more desperate. In the 2002 and 2004 elections, Republicans were successfully able to exploit 9/11 and terrorism to keep their majority. Recent polls show President Bush’s approval rating in the lower 40’s. Three separate polls reveal that 53% of people feel that the war in Iraq was a mistake, 51% feel that there is no connection between Iraq and the War on Terror and a full half of those polled feel that President Bush is spending too much time on Iraq to consider other threats. So now the Republicans’ strongest platform might actually hurt them in the 2006 election. This could explain why the Republicans are more desperate than ever to attack the Democrats on anything. On the fifth anniversary of 9/11, President Bush used his television time to talk about Iraq and how it is the front for the War on Terror. Democrats had no intentions of making 9/11 a day of partisan attacks; however, the President started it and the Democrats responded. To add fuel to the fire, House Majority Leader John Boehner (R-OH) told the news media, “I wonder if they’re [the Democrats] more interested in protecting the terrorists than protecting the American people.” Whoa! Harsh words Mr. Congressman, but I think it sounds like someone is extremely desperate to hang on to their majority spot. Let’s take a look at just how the Republicans are “protecting” the American people, shall we? No one disputes that Osama bin Laden is responsible for attacking our country on 9/11. Where is he? The United States military had Osama bin Laden in its sight at Tora Bora, and according to a MSNBC report, CIA commander Gary Berntsen says, “He and other U.S. commanders did know This is How We Do It (Learn, That is) BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Features Editor Admit it…you’re listening to the radio and “Shoop” by Salt and Peppa or “(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right to Party” by The Beastie Boys comes on…not only do you sing along, but you know every word. I know I do. While rocking out to one of these songs, or another old school hip-hop song I haven’t heard for years, I wonder how it is that my brain chooses to remember all the lyrics to these songs, yet definitions I learned in class only last week don’t seem to make the cut. Especially around finals time, I find myself wishing I could somehow turn my useless ability to remember words set to a beat into a way to help me ace my exams. Enter Flocabulary. Alex Rappaport and Blake Harrison, two white guys in their mid-twenties, have turned hip-hop into a way to teach vocabulary, history and even Shakespeare to students across the country. Go figure. Rappaport and Harrison use the basic rhyme and beat elements of hip-hop to make the information more memorable. Flocabulary is mostly used in high schools right now, but who knows how long it’ll be before it makes the crossover into other educational settings. I would love to show up for an 8 a.m. biology class and hear my professor rapping to us about protozoan and amino acids. When you look back at your notes a week later, not only do you see the words on the page, but you hear the beat along with it in your mind. When interviewed on CNN, Rappaport and Harrison were asked how the Flocabulary CDs and accompanying lyric books will be made available to schools that may not be able to afford them, but may need them the most to boost scores. Although schools with limited funding may need to raise scores, I’d bet there isn’t a school in the United States that wouldn’t want to boost scores. And with the increase in popularity of hip-hop among students of all ages, races and wealth levels, it seems that Flocabulary has the potential to reach a multitude of learners. Right now, Rappaport and Harrison, whose Flocabulary emcee name is the clever Emcee Escher, write all the rhymes and put them to their own beats… but with the rising increase in popularity of the program, due to spots on ABC News, MTV News and CNN, among others, who knows how long it’ll be before Ludacris joins the Flocabulary team to teach physics to America’s youth. that bin Laden was among the hundreds of fleeing al Qaeda and Taliban members…” The decorated career CIA officer criticizes Donald Rumsfeld’s Defense Department for “not providing enough support to the CIA and the Pentagon’s own Special Forces teams in the final hours of Tora Bora.” Additionally, President Bush is destroying the democratic values we are trying to spread all over the world. Illegal domestic wiretapping without court orders, secret U.S. prison camps (which the president finally came out and admitted), reading the mail of American citizens, holding people in prison for years without any criminal charges and the list goes on and on. When news of the NSA’s warrantless wiretapping of millions of Americans became public, Democrats communicated justifiable outrage. Are there really over ten million possible terrorists in the U.S.? I highly doubt it. With this next issue, all I am going to say is…Hurricane Katrina. I think the situation speaks for itself, since the lack of speedy, efficient response from his administration did kill President Bush’s approval rating. Finally, I once heard that President Bush was going to be the first U.S. President since John Q. Adams not to exercise his veto powers [notably Adams served only one term]. Instead Mr. Bush has rewritten hundreds of bills passed by Congress to suit his own needs through his “signing statement” power. Didn’t our founding fathers create three branches of government so there would be a separation of powers? Most recently, the Supreme Court has indicated that President Bush’s desire to control things is not only out of control, but bordering on unconstitutional. If Republicans really want to win this election and maintain their majority, then they better stop giving President Bush a rubber stamp. That should have happened two years ago anyway. So the question is: who really cares about protecting Americans? Surely it isn’t this current Republican President nor the Republican Congress, which I might add has a lower approval rating than the President. Visually Opinionated By Kristyn Ostman “I’m gonna need a new theme song...what rhymes with e. coli?” �SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 OPINION 8 YOUR VOICES Positive cultural dialogue a must for diversity to exist Dear Editor: An event occurred during the orientation weekend that I feel deserves some attention. Since I did not see it covered in your first issue, I would like to address it here. A program was offered on our campus entitled “NWC” -- the title comes from the three initials of derogatory names for people of color. Apparently, it was a Chris Rock style of comedy, complete with expletives and epithets, meant to bring to light the offensive nature of certain terms. I have been told that it was a mandatory program for first year students. I have three concerns with such a program. First, it is offensive. Such language only sets a negative tone for subsequent diversity discussions. If my own African American daughter were required to attend a ninety-minute session in which she was subjected to foul terms for her own race and other people of color, I would expect her to withdraw from the university. I cannot imagine any justification for exposing our new students to an offensive treatment of diversity issues, as there are countless more positive programs to be had. Second, it seems divisive. Since there is no derogatory word for white people in the title, it potentially sets up an “us/them” situation between minority and majority group members. This seems a dangerous choice for entertainment in a school that is 93% white, and it concerns me. In this country we have a long and unpleasant history of derogatory humor aimed at people of color. Too many people of color have had to denigrate themselves in order to find employment or acceptance with majority members. I can’t imagine Wilkes wanting to be a part of that pattern, no matter how funny the comedians were. Somehow, hearing that there was a standing ovation only makes me feel worse. Third, there was no debriefing. Apparently, after ninety minutes, the performers opened it up to questions and answers, at which time almost all of the audience left. I am worried that students who are unaccustomed to diversity will not realize how inflammatory these terms are and will use them. These are trigger words that are packed with emotion and, to me, are simply not funny, whatever the context. Your readers who want to defend the program might ask how I can judge the program without having been there. My response is that, even if I had known about it (which I didn’t), I would never attend a program with the N-word in the title. Hearing it makes me cringe. Why would I spend an hour and a half wanting to hear more of it? I certainly don’t support spending several thousand dollars of student activities fees to pay for the program. I frankly don’t understand how or why that decision was made, and I don’t know why the students are not questioning the use of their money for it. That decision was a mistake -- it was far too costly, in so many ways. I wonder what can be done now, as a campus, to move forward from here. Perhaps this unfortunate choice of entertainment can provide us with a reason to talk -- to really talk about the sensitive issues. We truly need to begin a positive intercultural dialogue, one that will increase awareness of majority group members, validate minority group members and begin to repair any damage that might have been caused by NWC. Waiting any longer to process this event, in my opinion, is very dangerous. Sincerely, Gina Zanolini Morrison, Assistant Professor of Education Magnifying differences highlights segregation, not acceptance How exactly do we celebrate cultural heritage? BY KRISTYN OSTMAN Beacon Opinion Editor I realize this may seem a bit of an overstatement, but I’ve been hearing about “cultural heritage” since I was in elementary school. My school district, back home in New York, was big on making sure every culture was catered to. As the only person I’ve ever met who is even part Swedish, I was upset that I had to explain to my teacher exactly what St. Lucia Day was all about and how to properly respect it. She stood there stupefied by a 5-year old. Whenever I hear about a new diversity event on campus, I always remember that experience. Why do we all have to celebrate other people’s customs? Certainly, we can respect the beliefs and traditions of others, but I find it arrogant and upsetting that anyone feels that they can take part, because half the time they are so unaware that they go about it all wrong. I’d rather have no cultural heritage events than watch some yuppie pervert the customs of my culture because it makes him feel good and proves to himself and others that he is in no way racist. Of course you are a racist; you are defining in no uncertain terms that “this is my race,” which is by its nature an act that excludes. Does celebrating our differences really of all three cultures and I honor them in my own way. However, even in feeling connected to my heritage, it’s nearly impossible for even me to properly indulge. Swedish women are notoriously cold and the entire considering yourself an American. If we could muster up a little nationalism for this country instead of having an event for every obscure foreign holiday, we might bring ourselves closer together. In no way am I telling anyone to ostracize foreigners. Given the make up of the United States, we should welcome foreigners and fold them into one American culture. I was not born in Sweden and I’ve never been there, so what right do I have to take part in St. Lucia Day? I do, however, enjoy the 4th of July. Why? Because I am an American. Of course, if anyone was to start bashing Swedes, I might step in to educate them, but not out of some sense of Swedish pride. I’d do so because most intelligent humans realize that discrimination against another ethnicity is born of ignorance. Many countries have a strong sense of nationality that would probably demonize a mutt like me. As an American, I feel it is my duty to respect other cultures while not confusing them with my own. I’d rather have no cultural heritage events than watch some yuppie pervert the customs of my culture because it makes him feel good and prove to himself and others that he is in no way racist. bring us together? It stands to reason that magnifying how diverse we are segregates us more. Why shouldn’t it? Now I know exactly what makes you different from me… and for whatever petty reason, I can choose to hate you for it. Sure, it sounds stupid and unreasonable, but most hate is based on silly, shallow reasons that really have more to do with our personal problems than the culture the hate is directed against. I am a mutt. I am half-Italian, a quarter Swedish and quarter Austrian. I am proud society exemplifies few Christian values. Italians are warm, strict Catholics. Kind of a huge difference--and that’s if I only go by stereotypes. Truthfully, since these cultures are very different (and it would be pretty pretentious of me to claim full knowledge of them) I can’t go around living as if I was a foreign national. Instead, I consider myself an American. This encompasses all of my cultures including the one into which I was born. There is nothing wrong or shameful about �FEATURES SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 9 Organic Foods Haunted Wilkes Training for Steamtown 10 11 11 University pays tribute to Jake Simonis Students band together and raise money to build memorial BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Features Editor At half time, the winning tickets were chosen and prizes were awarded. Don Middleton and K. Milligan received the On August 1, Wilkes University lost not autographed jerseys, and Lance Peyton only a vibrant member of its student body, won the Penn State football package. but a friend and good man. Jake Simonis, Altogether, $1,227 has been raised so who would have been a junior this fall, far for Simonis’s memorial fund. The was killed in a motorcycle accident that money was presented to Adams and stuoccurred on River Street in Wilkes-Barre, dent affairs during the half time ceremoin front of Evans Hall. nies to be put towards the construction of Simonis was known by many for his a memorial, which will be located in front white Del Sol and his love of country of Evans Hall, on River Street. Plans are music, and the fact that he “couldn’t walk in the making to include a bench, some around campus without saying ‘hi’ to peoshrubbery, as well as a plaque commemople he knew,” according to close friend rating Jake’s life. Laura Hanna. “This honors a young person who was a Soon after his death, those close to him vital part of the campus community,” said began raising money to construct a meAdams. “It speaks very well of the sense morial in his honor. of community and the desire to preserve it Fundraising was done on a personal and give back.” We needed to memorialize him in some way, remind level by Hanna, his girlfriend Kathy HarSpecific aspects of the memorial are rington, and Jake’s roommates, Ryan Galstill being discussed, and a quote from people he was here. People he loved are here and people lagher and Ed Smulligan. the Emerson Drive song, “A Good Man,” who loved him are here. “People who knew Jake in any capacmay possibly be included on the plaque. Kathy Harrington ity have been very generous. The reaction According to Hanna, the quote, “When sophomore pre-pharmacy major has been very positive,” said Harrington, I’m gone, I wanna leave a legacy/ Of a sophomore pre-pharmacy major.. love and laughs and honesty behind me,” Junior class president Matt as well as other lyrics in the Brown said when he heard about song, exemplify the kind of Simonis’s death, he immediately person Simonis was. knew he wanted to do something Since the construction of to raise money for a memorial. the memorial, as well as the “Wilkes University is a small physical components of it, are school, and something like this quite expensive, much of the affects the entire university. When work will be done by Jake’s someone passes away, it affects friends and classmates, as us all, and we work together as a well as by family members, whole to memorialize him.” and will be supervised by Brown contacted Simonis’s employees of Mericle. close friends at Wilkes, as well as “He went to this school and the Simonis family, and worked a lot of people knew him,” with them to plan a fundraiser. added Harrington. “He called “They offered moral support and this his home. We needed to kept us abreast about what was memorialize him in some going on,” said Pearl Simonis, way, remind people he was Jake’s mother. here. People he loved are The junior class cabinet, conhere and people who loved sisting of Brown, president, Krishim are here.” tina Erat, vice president, Megan A memorial service for SiBadach, secretary, Tony Scerbo, monis will take place on Suntreasurer, and representatives AliThe Beacon/Nick Zmijewski day at 2 p.m. in the Grand son Woody, Danielle Namiotka The check for $1,227 was presented to Dr. Paul Adams at the Wilkes football game against Delaware Ballroom, on the 2nd floor of and Kate Bass organized a raffle. Valley last Saturday. Simonis’s family, along with Student Government members and those who par- the Henry Student Center. They approached the Wilkes- ticipated in fundraising, were part of the presentation. Barre/ Scranton Pioneers, who donated two jerseys signed by all of the players. Mericle Construction, Inc., for whom Simonis worked, then contacted the Simonis family and told them they wanted to help. They donated four Penn State football tickets, along with parking passes and a gift basket, valued at approximately $250. Pearl Simonis said the football theme of the raffle prizes was very appropriate because football was a huge part of her son’s life. “[He] played football when he was a freshman, but decided against it after that. He always loved it and followed it.” His father, Jerry Simonis added, “He wasn’t playing [this year], but he knew what was going on. He was a part of the team.” Although raffles of any kind are usually against the rules of the university, Dr. Paul Adams, vice president of student affairs, said an exception was made because of the cause of the sales. “The very specific nature of the circumstances gave us cause to allow the raffle,” Adams said. “Obviously, the result speaks that it was a good decision.” Tickets were on sale at Club Day on September 7, and were also available on a daily basis at the Information Desk in the Henry Student Center. They were also sold at the Wilkes football game on Saturday against Delaware Valley. They were priced at 1 ticket for $3, 2 tickets for $5, or 5 tickets for $10. �FEATURES SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 11 Thrills and chills on the agenda for prospective students in October BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Features Editor Editor on Features troduce them to the campus.” The p1.v5.1uu..1 program is open up\.lu. to all Wilkes students, not only those those in in organizations. c dents, not only Students of of the the same same major, dents major can also register to create aa display display to to repn create represent their area of study. The The integrative integrative m1 study. media major, a fairly new program, has already alread signed up to parnew program, has ticipate. ticipate. Eric Eric Ruggerio, Ruggerio, director directo1 of the Integrative Media Media department, department, will will be working with students to decorate the Integrative Media. Lll~ basement U'1:.',t;lllt;HL of U.L DlCil~I; studio located inLl the Breiseth Hall. Ruggerio saidl that that as well as as well as attracting attracti1 potential new students, tudents, the the creation creation of of the tl display is also a1 great unifying project great unifying project for f those who are already within the tlready studying studying within tl major. “It’s great the current at for for the current students studer because it builds work skills ls critical critical team team work ski] as aa department.” department." and camaraderie! as He said there was talk of collaboration with other offices located in the vicinity .L.1.1"-' Usually prospective Wilkes stuially when when prospective of campus, campus, the th goal is not dents take take tours tours of rre them them away, away, but fa] the admisto scare but this this fall, sions department to up the fright department is is aiming aiming to , factorr during their Haunted Wilkes open house. High school juniors and !. High school juniors an their families visiting campus on October 28 will be greeted by costumed tour guides and students showcasing their parucuiar particular departmg tneir aepa ment or organization. mtion. “The idea for Haunted to creHaunted Wilkes Wilkes was was to c ;atching on-campus on-campus experiexpe ate a fun, eye-catching ence for high school juniors,” said ;hool juniors," said Melanie Melm Mickelson, director ·ector of of admissions. admissions. “We "~ haven’t done an program tarn open open house house program t geted towards this this group time, group in in aa long long tin l'lnil more morP students «tnilPnt<: are l'ITP lbealthough more and ginning their college search earlier. We thought this could be a unique way to in- .1.:, of the studio. “We plan to get together as group soon, soon, and ana get ger some sor ideas about the aa group of our our display.” display." While no definite specifics specifi cs of plans are established established yet, yet, Ruggerio said beplans are cause cause of of the the nature nature of of the the major, the display will most likely very “visually themed,” will most likely be be very '' and possibly include use us( of the computer and possibly include monitors, as as well well as as content cor monitors, projected on the the walls. walls. "What we we reallv want to do is show off “What really want our campus and the involvement of our student organizations,” Mickelson said. “We have left site preparation the reparation entirely entirely in in tt hands of the participating :icipating student student organizaorganiz: tions.” Becky Laughman, ian, who who serves serves as as assistant assistm director of admissions, ssions, as as well well as as the the main mai coordinator of this tis event, event, said said there there will will be t no profanity or nudity nudity allowed, allowed, but but short sho of those guidelines, tes, students students will will have have free frE reign on what their displays consist of. “We wanted a way to incorporate stu- dents,” said Laughman, assistant director of admissions. “We’re really proud of ;tudents and and know they can be creative. students know they [his lets lets them them show show what wha they’re good at This 1sing their their creative creative side, side, and we can offer using Jrizes." prizes.” After the the prospective s After prospective students and their :amilies have have completed completed ·the tours, evaluafamilies tion and they will :ion forms forms will will be be distributed distrib1 vote thought were wte on on which which displays displays they ti the best. The display that receives the most votes to be oe usea m any any way way for ro will receive $500, to used in their club or major. place will be jor. Second Second place will b, rewarded with movie Lovie tickets tickets for for all all memmem bers of the club.. Third place will Third place will win win a• pizza party. Students can register register their by contheir site site by con tacting the admissions sions department department by by MonMon day, September 25. :5. Faculty-student duo to compete in marathon together Solitary sport becomes a shared passion BY TABITHA HAPEMAN Beacon Asst. Features Editor The latest wire reports that one-fifth of all children will suffer from the adverse health effects brought on by obesity once again put health and wellness topics on the front page for most Americans. But awareness of the benefits of exercise and healthy diet is something at least one Wilkes faculty member has had since 1994. Dr. Kyle Kreider, assistant professor of political science, has been running long distances for over ten years. Next month, Kreider will be participating in his fourth marathon--the Steamtown Marathon in Scranton. While he might be considered a “veteran” by marathon standards, this year he will be running alongside one of his students for the first time. Kreider’s running partner and student, Art Redmond, started running seriously in 2003. Together they have been training for the marathon and it will be Redmond’s first effort at the extreme distance. Redmond said that “none of the club sports fit me well or my schedule,” but he found that running, a more solitary yet very competitive sport, fit his life style and personality best. The two met when Redmond was a student in Kreider’s class. Soon after that, the two met in the YMCA while Kreider was running, and a dialogue began about training together and shooting for the marathon. Interestingly, it was one of Kreider’s professors who got him interested in running marathons when he was in college. “I had a college professor that ran long distance…He approached me to see if I wanted to run in the Philadelphia marathon.” After that, an obsession was born. Kreider added, “For me, once I started, I formed a habit…You’re competing against yourself.” The sport is, according to the marathon duo, “inherently competitive… [and] very individualistic.” Both runners found that after they started the habit of running, they felt unfulfilled if they didn’t run for too long a period of time. Kreider explained, “If I didn’t run…my moods would shift. If I go a day or two without running, I don’t feel right.” Redmond agreed. “You’re pushing yourself…you feel you’ve been productive on some level.” Kreider’s best time so far in a marathon has been 3 hours 30 minutes and 52 seconds. He stated that “3.30 has always been a goal of mine.” For Redmond, this marathon will set the precedent for all others to follow. He expects to finish near the same time as Kreider. The standard length of a marathon is 26.2 miles. The event will start at 8 a.m. There will be 2,500 volunteers to offer support at the race and approximately 13 aid stations along the way. “I think I can speak for both of us; we would both recommend this to other at night. people. It’s a common man’s sport…anyWhile the two runners do not always one who can buy sneakers can be a runner. train together, they will be running togethI would recommend this to anyone,” said er in the marathon, examples of the race Kreider. for health and wellness. For those looking to participate in a sport but who lack the inclination or talent to join a team, running may be the answer. According to Kreider and Redmond, it takes time to develop the habit, but it can eventually become a passion. Redmond added, “You have to push yourself the first few weeks or even months.” In terms of training, Redmond noted that he runs either five or six times a week. Kreider, who regularly employs a pedometer, said he “likes to see seven or eight miles a day.” If he has not reached this The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski goal by the end of the day, by either Dr. Kyle Kreider and Art Redmond make the individual sport walking or running, of running into a team activity. The two are training for the he’ll go for a walk upcoming Steamtown Marathon in Scranton. �A&E SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 12 The Laramie Project CD Review: The Mars Volta Trendspotter: The New Goth Fall TV 13 13 14 15 Self-publishing a growing trend in book industry of certain kinds of technology. Print on demand is practiced by a number of companies, but perhaps the most well-known is iUniverse. The process for publishing with a comIn the past few decades, advances in technology and the resulting independent I-can- pany like iUniverse begins with the writer producing what is called a “camera-ready” do-it-all-by-myself attitudes have broken down the previous gatekeepers to all kinds of manuscript. This means the manuscript has been proofread and edited, and the design of the book has already been determined. Depending on the package chosen, the print public speech and action. Podcasting now allows nearly anyone with anything to say to not only say it, but to on demand company offers a wide range of resources, and the book is then sent to print. broadcast it on the internet. The same is true for video through software such as iMovie. It is then the job of the writer to market the book to stores. iUniverse also has a “roadmap” on its website in order to make the process as simple Bills can be paid with the click of a button. Pants are no longer required for shopping, and easy to follow as possible for potential published authors. The following statement since it can be done entirely online. from the company’s website also displays how quickly one can get published, “DependAnd now virtually anyone with the motivation and the resources to publish a book ing on the publishing package and services you choose, our publishing process may take can do so. as few as 30 days for our Fast Track package to 120 days for our Premier Plus-the fastest Self-publishing, the latest trend in the book industry, is now opening doors to wouldturnaround in the supported self-publishing industry!” The website also provides tips on be writers that previously could only be opened by agents, connections and a whole lot how to get a manuscript in “camera-ready” shape, of luck. as well as how to market it. In actuality, the writer This process differs in many ways from the trais aided by the company a great deal, and although ditional route of publishing through a particular the responsibility of getting the manuscript ready publishing house. Mike Burnside, managing ediand marketing the book still belongs to the author, tor of Etruscan Press, outlined the traditional way companies like iUniverse still provide some assisof publishing a book. “At the most basic level, tance toward reaching goals. there will be a writer with a manuscript and an While both have been gaining popularity, print agent,” he said. He added that the agent, or the on demand is slightly more reputable among inwriter, depending on the situation, markets the dustry leaders than vanity press. Another big difbook to publishing houses. If the book is picked ference is that vanity press is substantially more up, the house offers a variety of services, from expensive, and the author gets far more copies editing and proofreading to book design. From than they would with print on demand, which may there, a contract is drawn up and the manuscript not be a positive thing if the book does not sell. goes to press, after which time a distributor makes Burnside explained, “The tradeoff is that with the book available to all the channels, such as vanity press, fi rst of all you have to overcome the bookstores and online stores. As with any techreputation of vanity press…but if they can figure nical process, there are many variations on this, out how to get it marketed they also get a higher such as determining percentage cuts and movie percentage of the retail price [than with print on rights, but most traditionally published books foldemand, where the author generally gets 20% of low some form of this route to publication. The Beacon/Cara Koster sales].” Self-publishing, on the other hand, requires Individuals browsing the local authors section at Barnes & Noble, Bonnie Culver, director of the Master of Arts in most of the work to be placed on the shoulders Wilkes-Barre, may find more than a few titles for sale by authors who Creative Writing program, explained that the proof the writer. In actuality, there are two forms of have self-published. gram consists of three core elements. The first is self-publishing that fall under this umbrella term. teaching the craft and technique of writing and the second is informing students about Burnside explained that there is “vanity press” and “print on demand.” the life of a writer and how to do well while living such a lifestyle. The third element Vanity press has been around for quite some time, and requires the writer to pay for addresses the publishing business. basically every part of the publishing process. This type of publishing is not the most Culver explained that self-publishing is not always seen as the best route to take reputable way to publish in the book world, however, because many doubt the intentions because it appears that the author’s work has not been validated by someone. She exand the talent of the authors who choose this route. panded by mentioning that the program allows students to become familiar with small “[Vanity press] is for people who have not been able to find another way to get pubpublishers, and that the networking that comes from pursuing a more traditional route to lished and are willing to pay to have their book published and marketed,” said Burnside. publishing is strongly encouraged. He also explained that, while some of the reasons for looking down upon vanity press Overall, it really depends on the author’s preferences and what lengths he or she is are valid, it really depends on what is right for the author. willing to go to in order to get his or her voice heard, as well as how long they are willPrint on demand has, according to Burnside, sprung up more recently with the advent ing to wait to do so. BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor What’s Happening Tuesday, September 19 -Movie After Innocence showing at 7 p.m. in the SUB -Roller-skating at 5:45, meet at the SUB -The Let Go performing at Slainte Friday, September 22 -Nerve Gas Tragedy performance at Backstage at 6 p.m. -GSL Records Video Premiere at Café Metropolis at 8 p.m. Saturday September 23 -Teenage Girls and Livingston performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. -”A Streetcar Named Desire” at the FM Kirby Center at 7:30 p.m. Sunday September 24 -Idol After Party performing in the Grand Ballroom at the Woodlands at 9 p.m. Monday September 25 -Yo Soy Latina! at Burke Auditorium, King’s College at 6 p.m. Photo courtesy of noflysonus.com �SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 VPA Production Preview: The Laramie Project BY SHANNON CURTIN Beacon Correspondent As the fall semester gets underway and students of all disciplines are settling into college life, the Wilkes University department of visual and performing arts is preparing for its first show of the academic year. The theatre department is kicking off this year with the production of a popular and relatively new production, The Laramie Project. The Laramie Project deals with the nationally publicized murder of 21-year old University of Wyoming student Matthew Shepard. On October 6, 1998, an unconscious Matthew Shepard was discovered tied to a fence, having been viciously beaten in what was thought to be an anti-gay hate crime. Five days later, Shepard died from his injuries, and 21-year-old locals Aaron McKinney and Russel Henderson were charged and convicted of first degree murder. McKinney and Henderson are currently serving two consecutive life sentences, but in a 1994 ABC News 20/20 report they claim that their crime was motivated not by anti-gay sentiment but by a drug induced rage. Whether or not the Shepard case was indeed a hate crime, it has since become one of the most noted cases of such in the country, spawning gay-rights awareness campaigns and anti-hate rallies, and, of course, artistic efforts like The Laramie Project. The play, written by Moises Kaufman, is compiled from interviews with the people of Laramie, Wyoming, as well as from some of the journal entries of Kaufman’s recording crew, the Tectronic Theatre Project. Due to the construction of the play, the production contains a multitude of independent characters instead of the traditional lead and supporting roles. Though this approach to theatre may be appealing to the audience, it is certainly a challenge for the actors. The production calls for a small cast, eight to ten performers, but boy do those artists have their work ahead of them. Senior Sabrina Krichten is playing eight different roles during the two and half hour show and said that, “going from one character to another while still on stage” is the biggest challenge facing her in the production. Sophomore Daniel Pascoe also feels the pressure of taking on various roles simultaneously. “Over 60 people are portrayed by ten actors in The Laramie Project. I play everything from a foul-mouthed limousine driver to the notorious Reverend Fred Phelps who runs the website www.godhatesfags.com and protested the funeral of Matthew Shepard. These are all real people and I hope to present them as real people.” The performance of a somewhat controversial production is something new for the theatre department, but Director Joe C. Dawson thinks theater-goers are ready for a shift in focus. “I think there are some people that we serve who have been waiting a long time for us to do something politically and socially motivated,” he said. The cast is also excited about taking part in the nationally known production. Krichten and her fellow cast members are hoping to receive a large turnout when the show opens September 28. We really hope to get a big turnout for this show because of the content matter and the fact that it didn’t happen too long ago. Most people know [some part of] what happened, even if you only know the name Matthew Shepard.” The controversial topic of the production will hopefully aid in a large audience turnout when the show opens later this month. Some students are already looking forward to the production. Junior Zachary Bremmer has seen the production performed previously and plans to attend the Wilkes University production sometime during its run. Bremmer feels The Laramie Project is “a very good production about a very important issue concerning tolerance of those who are different than us. Even though the events that happened to Matthew Shephard were horrible, I believe that we must use this as an example of how hate can react in extremely violent ways, and use that knowledge in order to prevent further cases of such abuse.” Pascoe shares Bremmer’s opinion and believes that The Laramie Project is a great production to be performed at Wilkes University. “Laramie is a college town, not unlike Wilkes-Barre. Even though it’s set in Wyoming, people will find that when they see it, the events that occurred could have just as easily happened in Wilkes-Barre--or any college town for that matter. You’d expect to meet some of the people depicted in this play right here on campus,” he said. According to Dawson, the authors of the play hoped to “focus attention on the psychology of hate crimes. They wanted to motivate people to political activism by urging legislations that would prevent violence against minorities or gender identification.” These are certainly honorable intentions, which, at least in Bremmer’s case, have proven to ring true. He feels that The Laramie Project is a “very moving performance and should be attended by all in order to further the acceptance of diversity that we all experience in our everyday lives in order to prevent events like this from ever taking place again.” Certainly the cast and crew of The Laramie Project hope the rest of the student body and local community feel the same way. 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Despite uence, Despite these these changes, changes, the the salsa salsa infl influence, along with rock blues, play key role along with rock and and blues, play aa key role in in this this album. album. Kicking Kicking off off the the album album is is “Vicari''Vicarious ous Atonement,” Atonement," an an eerie, eerie, slow slow piece piece that that fofocuses bass and cuses heavily heavily on on chimes, chimes, bass and aa guitar guitar riff riff that ts the that mimics mimics vocalist vocalist Cedric’s Cedric's singing. singing. It It fi fits the mood mood of ofthe the album, album, as as itit takes takes on on the the paranormal paranormal aspect aspect that that coincides coincides with with the the overall overall theme. theme. However, problem itself However, the the problem itself is is that, that, for for aa band the experience band like like The The Mars Mars Volta, Volta, the experience lies lies in in the the overall overall album, album, especially especially since since each each song song plays plays an an important important part part in in allowing allowing the the listener to understand listener to understand the the overall overall message. message. A A perfect De-loused in perfect example example lies lies in in De-loused in the the CoComatorium, by far matorium, which which is is by far their their best best album. album. Not to Amputechture is bad album Not to say say that that Amputechtu-re is aa bad album by but for by any any means, means, but for those those who who wonder wonder if if they will enjoy De-loused they will enjoy The The Mars Mars Volta, Volta, De-loused would the best best place would be be the place to to start. start. For Amputechture, the jump For Amputechtu-re, the album album seems seems to to jump from more infrom slower slower tracks tracks and and then then shifts shifts to to more intense tense songs. songs. This This switch switch between between both both phases phases bothered bothered me me somewhat, somewhat, which which would would lead lead me me to to skip tracks II found skip tracks found less less appealing. appealing. Despite Despite this this complaint, complaint, it it was was still still very very enjoyable. enjoyable. What What II did did notice notice however, however, is is how how the the last last few few tracks tracks pick pick up up the the slack, slack, leaving leaving an an impressive impressive conclusion. conclusion. This This is is especially especially evident evident for for “Day ''Day of ofthe the Baphomets,” Baphomets," the the second second to to last last song song on on the the album, album, which which is is the the most most noteworthy noteworthy in in comparison comparison to to the the rest rest of of the the tracks. tracks. The The opening opening bass bass solo solo accompanied accompanied by maracas bongos is by maracas and and bongos is incredible, incredible, while while the the end riff. end consists consists of ofan an amazing amazing salsa salsa riff. For For the the guitar guitar portions, portions, itit is is evident evident that that the the comparisons between Jimi comparisons between Jirni Hendrix Hendrix and and Omar Omar Rodriguez-Lopez Rodriguez-Lopez (both (both of of which which are are left-handleft-handed) riffs are both incredibly ed) make make sense. sense. The The riffs are both incredibly complicated uenccomplicated and and unorthodox, unorthodox, drawing drawing infl influences placing an es from from other other musical musical acts acts and and then then placing an entirely entirely new new spin spin on on things. things. Overall, Overall, the the album album itself itself has has aa few few trips trips in in continuity continuity and and lacks lacks some some of of the the magic magic that that they they produced produced in in former former albums, albums, but but the the overoverall judgment is Amputechture is all judgment is that that Amputechture is still still an an album fitting for album fitting for aa band band like like The The Mars Mars Volta. Volta. Tracks Tracks to to check check out out if if the the album album is is of of interest interest would would be be “Viscera "Viscera Eyes,” Eyes," “Meccamputech"Meccamputechture,” ture," and and “Day "Day of of the the Baphomets.” Baphomets." If If aa colcollaboration laboration of of salsa, salsa, rock, rock, blues blues and and more more interinterests ests you, you, then then II recommend recommend at at least least giving giving it it aa listen…you just like listen ... you may may just like it. it. CD Review: The Mars Volta’s Amputechture BY KYLE CORTRIGHT Beacon Correspondent I’m when II say that The I'm going going out out on on aa limb limb when say that The Mars newest album, Amputechture, is Mars Volta’s Volta's newest album,Amputechture, is one one of best albums ofthe the best albums II have have heard heard in in aa long long time. time. Besides being aa band band that height of Besides being that is is at at the the height of musical musical prowess prowess in in comparison comparison to to many many other other groups there, Mars Volta’s music groups out out there, Mars Volta's music itself itself is is ununfathomable when one just how fathomable when one considers considers just how intricate intricate and part seems be. Despite and well-placed well-placed every every part seems to to be. Despite aa few flaws that that ruin ruin the the continuity, Amputechfew flaws continuity, Amputechture to the ture is is aa solid solid addition addition to the rest rest of of their their albums. albums. Rising Rising from from the the ashes ashes of of the the late late At At the the DriveDriveIn, post-hardcore band band that the early In, aa post-hardcore that started started in in the early 90s, Mars Volta Volta departed 90s, The The Mars departed from from the the former former band’s genre relyband's genre into into an an experimental experimental group, group, relying uences ranging ranging from to blues, blues, as ing on on infl influences from salsa salsa to as well rock. The began in well as as plain plain old old rock The Mars Mars Volta Volta began in 2001, with aa fan base of those who had 2001, starting starting with fan base of those who had followed the Drive-In followed them them since since their their At At the Drive-In days. days. However, transformation that However, the the transformation that lead lead singer singer CeCedric underwent--Zavala and dric Bixler Bixler underwent-2'.avala and bassist bassist Omar Omar Rodriguez-Lopez Rodriguez-Lopez was was too too much much for for some--made some-made The The Mars Mars Volta Volta into into aa niche niche group. group. They They traded traded in their notoriety notoriety as band for in their as aa post-hardcore post-hardcore band for aa �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 Trendspotter: The New Goth goes mainstream BY MARISSA PHILLIPS Beacon Assistant A&E Editor And along with the boots that are being revamped, don’t be surprised if you come across a pair of straight leg jeans emblazoned with skulls or crosses. Another look that’s gradually popping up in stores is the I’ve got to say, I’m definitely enjoying the latest fashion trends. It took long enough, but now I finally get to flash a look of contempt toward every person who’s criticized my primarily black wardrobe. You can call it morbid, creepy or whatever you desire, but the fact of the matter is, if you want to embrace current fashion, it seems you’re also going to have to embrace your inner Goth. To pull off the “New Goth,” as it’s been dubbed by Elle, let me start out by saying, there is more to this than just the color black. I’m sorry to break it to you, but wearing that one black polo you own just isn’t going to cut it. But at the same time, to put the more conservative dresser at ease, we’re not talking vinyl cat suits or synthetic dreads to pull off this look either. Let’s just say if you look through magazines, you’ll be seeing a lot more lace, chains, leather and of course plenty of dark colors. Oh, and skulls. You’ll be coming across plenty of that as well. While wearing skinny pants paired with tall boots has been in for quite some time, recently it seems this look has been given a slightly edgier twist. While you won’t be finding the same boots in JC Penney as you’d come across The Beacon/Marissa Phillips in Hot Topic, surprisingly enough, the styles are edging Wearing a lace corset top and a cross pendant, junior closer. Combat boots are hitting the racks, and you’ll also Kacy Muir sports the “New Goth” look. find black boots coming with more straps and buckles. MIDNIGHT MADNESS A large cheese pizza + an 8pc Breadsticks , CinnaStix or Cheesybread $9.99 +TAX VALID 12AM-CLOSE Expires 5/31/076 IMM I FREE BROWNIES Buy a large pizza at regular price and get a 1 Ope order of our new warm brownies FREE Expires 10/8/06 ITV I corset. Don’t be worried though, corsets have come a long way since the 1800s. While you could go the extra mile and special order a beautiful, yet most likely uncomfortable designer corset, it be far more convenient (and not to mention cheaper) to just wait for one to show up in the usual places you shop. Heck, even Wal-Mart is selling a corset top at the moment. And then of course there’s jewelry. At the moment it seems that black and silver are the way to go. And as I mentioned before, even in jewelry, there are a lot of skulls. Expect to see silver skulls mixed in plenty of jewelry pieces, whether it be a charm bracelet, ring or even a fancy necklace. Designers also seem to be taking notes from the lesser known “Gothic Lolita” subculture. For those who would rather overlook the skull trend, these Gothic Lolita-inspired pieces are a bit fancier, and usually feature crosses, lace and crowns or other royal emblems. So, the fashion world is ever changing, and at the moment it seems that Goth, or rather, Goth-inspired looks are in. Keep in mind though, Goth is a really broad term, and I think it will be a while until mainstream designers embrace all aspects. So like any fashion, it’ll probably be here today and gone tomorrow (in terms of the mainstream, that is), and it may not be for everyone, but then again, what style ever is? Wilkes-Barre 570-829-2900 154 s. Pennsylvania Ave Sun-Thur 11 am-2am Fri & Sat 11 am-4am �15 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 Fall TV: One editor’s top picks BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor love lives ever comes easily. Check out whether my predictions are completely off by tuning in to Grey’s Anatomy ABC Thursday, September 21 at 9 p.m. It’s that time again. The leaves are changing colThe final show I saved for last, as one often does ors. The air is getting crisp. I get to buy new shoes. with the best, because it is so incredibly close to my But perhaps most importantly, or at least equally as heart. If you take nothing else from this, I hope you important as the shoes, our favorite television shows sit down on Thursday nights and enjoy the painfully are returning for the new fall season. Since I have hilarious hit The Office. The show, based in Scranno idea what to expect from the new shows debutton, focuses, documentary-style, on the hysterically ing for the first time this fall, and since there are so familiar everyday lives of the employees of Dunder many returning programs, I’ve decided to highlight Mifflin Paper Company. While all of the characters my top three returning shows to let you know when on The Office are inherently appealing and recognizyou should, in my opinion, be sure to tune in. able (come on, everyone knows someone who is just All of the television shows I am previewing ended like Dwight), it may just be the innuendo-laden relain a romantic cliffhanger, a predictable ending I have tionship of office pals Jim and Pam that has kept me come to expect since my Beverly Hills, 90210 days. coming back for more. Well, perhaps it was a little However, each program did so in a very different way, Courtesy givememyremote.com bit Dwight, too. The cast of Grey’s Anatomy. adding its own twist on the classic cliffhanger season fiAfter two seasons waiting for Pam to break up nale, not to mention each one is different simply because because the dynamic of the show would be far too awkward if with Roy and get together with Jim, my wishes have finally the characters and dynamics are so diverse. they didn’t, since most of the time it consists of all five of the come to fruition--sort of. At Casino Night, hosted in the comSo grab the remote, slip on your footsie pajamas and get characters sitting at their local bar together. And as history has pany warehouse, Jim finally got the nerve to tell Pam how he ready to settle in for some optimum television viewing. shown, Ted will probably screw things up with Robin sometime felt, and after some complications, they kissed for the first time The first show I am waiting for with bated breath is How I Met soon. Maybe this time he won’t say, “I love you,” too soon, but after all the flirting and the obvious interest they’ve had in each Your Mother. The show centers on five 20 to 30-somethings perhaps it will have something to do with his ex-girlfriend Vicother. I swear I could literally hear sighs of relief from throngs living in New York City, but don’t worry, it is not a Friends rip- toria, who, in what seems to be the grand tradition off. When we last saw them, most of the main characters were of the people on this show, went halfway across the embroiled in some sort of romantic tribulation: Marshall and world in pursuit of her dreams. Tune in to CBS on Lily and Ted and Robin are the two couples we are keeping tabs Monday, September 18 at 8:30 p.m. to see where on. Ted, who has been in love with Robin since their first date, they go from here. realized, yet again, that he needed to try to get out of the friend Next up is Grey’s Anatomy, entering its third zone with her. He staged a hugely romantic, if not extreme, at- season and still holding strong. The show focuses tempt at winning her affections, only to be rejected. Soon after, on five doe-eyed interns at Seattle Grace Hospital, however, the girl finally came to her senses. Luckily, Ted had whose love lives and personal endeavors are constill not given up, something he’s become fairly famous for, and stantly under the microscope. The season finale of he showed up at her doorstep in the pouring rain. Long story this show left me in tears. Ok, so that’s not exshort, they finally got together. On the opposite end of the rela- actly a great feat, but I think many others would tionship spectrum, Marshall and Lily had a huge blowout about agree it was pretty intense. The show ended with a their future, and the season finale ended with Ted getting home prom at the hospital (in my opinion, the only really from Robin’s to find Marshall on their front stoop holding the contrived aspect here) and many of the characters engagement ring he gave Lily. hanging by the edge of that proverbial cliff by their We return to the crew this season to find Ted and Robin in a fingernails. Courtesy juneauempire.com For starters, Meredith hooked The cast of The Office. up with her still-married ex, “Mcof fans across the country when that image graced our television Dreamy,” while both his wife and Meredith’s screens last season. current beau, a cutie veterinarian, sat unWhile the other characters experienced minor transitions in aware of what was going on in another part the finale, it was definitely the revelation in Jim and Pam’s reof the hospital. The death of Denny, a heart lationship that was most jarring. patient with whom Izzie fell in love, left her As for this season, I’m pretty sure they will get together bein a state of desperation and sadness. After a cause…well because they have to! I realize that is my general touching entrance back to the prom, with her response for every couple in every show I’ve discussed thus far, fellow interns following, Izzie tendered her but anyone who watches The Office understands where I’m resignation from the hospital. Meanwhile, coming from. Jim and Pam are the Ross and Rachel of this genMeredith was left with a choice: does she eration, so I think at some point they will end up trying to make pick McDreamy, or cute veterinarian guy? a relationship work. If they do make it, it may be interesting to Personally, I don’t think Izzie will actually see how Michael and the rest of the crew respond to an open leave the show. If she does, the dynamic inter-office romance, especially if it is against company policy. Courtesy givememyremote.com of the show will change and I’m not sure And who knows? Perhaps Dwight and Angela will bring their The cast of How I Met Your Mother. they would take that risk right now, while it relationship into the light. I would definitely like to see a double blooming romance, but what will happen with broken-hearted is so incredibly high in ratings. And as far as Meredith goes, date between the four of them, and Michael would probably end Marshall, who will be spending the summer alone? It was mild- I’m fairly certain she will choose McDreamy. I mean, come on, up crashing it. Hilarity would surely ensue. Tune in to NBC ly shocking that they broke up at all, considering that Marshall the man is beautiful! And if you ask me, they’ve been meant to Thursday, September 21 at 8:30 p.m. I dare you not to laugh. and Lily were kind of like that couple that everyone knows who be since the beginning. I also believe that something will comseems like they’re pretty much going to be together forever. My plicate Meredith’s choice if she does choose him, because past prediction is that at some point they will get back together, if only experience has shown that nothing in these fledgling doctors’ �SPORTS 16 SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 PAID INTERNSHIPS IT IS NOT T,0 0 LATE TO APPLY! - THI · JS 1 H : R.t :AL D EAL . 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The first player is David Ortiz, the powerswinging, clutch-hitting, absolutely-thelast-guy-you-want-to-face-with-the-gameon-the-line designated hitter for the Boston Red Sox. The second is Derek Jeter, the team captain and all-star shortstop for the American League East leading New York Yankees, who is looking to capture his first career most valuable player award. If successful, Jeter, along with teammate and 2005 AL MVP Alex Rodriguez, would become the first back-to-back Yankees to win the award since the ‘62 and ‘63 seasons when Mickey Mantle and Elston Howard won the awards, respectively. Two radically different players, two different debates. Ortiz, a.k.a. Big Papi, who was having an absolutely dominant season by leading the American League in homeruns and RBIs, was the only contender for MVP for most of the season. That was the case until August 18th, when Boston hosted a five game series with their historic rivals and AL East leading New York Yankees. After the Yankees won all five games, the walls came tumbling down. That series, coupled with an injury ailed roster, led to a downward spiral for the Red Sox, who went on to have an 8-21 record in the month of August, essentially ending their season. Despite his tremendous offensive numbers, Boston’s losing ways have all but lost Ortiz the MVP, simply because they are no longer in the playoff race, a fact that ultimately has an impact on the voters. Prior to the series with the Yankees, the Red Sox were very much in the hunt for the AL East and the AL Wild Card, but those days are only a memory as Boston finds itself staring up from the bottom of the pile. On the top of that pile sit the New York Yankees, comfortably nursing an 11.5 game lead, due to the fact that they have one of the most feared lineups in baseball. But one player is standing out among the rest of the Bronx Bombers; and that player is Mr. November himself. Jeter, who is arguably the face of the Yankees, is having a good season, though not a great one. Despite the fact that he isn’t in the top ten in the league in homeruns or RBIs, Jeter’s name is still being tossed around in the MVP talks. One reason is his .343 batting average. Another reason, and perhaps the most important one is that he is just “being Derek Jeter.” What that means is that he brings to the table a number of intangibles; qualities that cannot be measured in a record book or viewed on the back of a baseball card. He will never hit for 50 homeruns or have 140 RBIs, but he will hustle, and he will play the game with such heart and integrity that even the most hardened Yankee haters will have to tip their cap. Jeter may want to hold off on writing his acceptance speech at the moment, as there are other players who are making a case for themselves in September, including the 2005 World Series MVP, a couple of teammates and a former AL MVP having a comeback season. The first, Chicago White Sox right-fielder Jermaine Dye, is emerging as a clubhouse leader for the reigning world champions, as his offensive numbers speak for themselves. He leads his team in batting average (.320), homeruns (42) and RBIs (117), and is one of only two players in the top ten in the AL in all three categories, numbers which no doubt have helped carry the White Sox during the last month, when their roster has struggled due to injuries. Currently the White Sox are 3 games out of the wild card, with only 14 games re- maining in the season. However, the team they are trailing could very well provide the first co-MVP winners in American League history. Of course, I speak of the fresh faces of the Minnesota Twins’ offense: first baseman Justin Morneau and catcher Joe Mauer. Morneau has made his presence known by hitting 33 homeruns and 123 RBIs for the typically light-hitting Minnesota, while Mauer, on the other hand, is on his way to making history to become the first catcher in nearly 100 years to win the AL batting title. Mauer is currently leading the AL with a .344 average, which is remarkable by itself, notwithstanding that he plays arguably the most diffucult defensive position because of the increased wear and tear as the season progresses. When confronted with such a talented, deserving group of players, how does one choose who takes home the award? The sure-fire way to determine a player’s true value is to take him out of his respective lineup and watch what happens. If you take Derek Jeter off of the Yankees, would the team struggle offensively? If you replace Jermaine Dye with a player of a lesser caliber, would the White Sox still be in the race? If Morneau and Mauer weren’t on the Twins roster, would their pitching and defense have been enough to propel them to the top of the wild card? Keep in mind the award is for the most valuable player, not the most valuable hitter. First, the Yankees would be where they are with anyone playing shortstop, because their offense is just that good. They’ve been without several key players for most of the year, yet they’ve still managed to play great baseball. Jermaine Dye has been consistent throughout the year, but it wasn’t until recently when he really started to step up as a player. Without his late season performance, Chicago may have fallen out of the race weeks ago. The Twins, despite their phenomenal pitching staff, were given a shot in the arm offensively with their dynamic duo; especially Morneau, who is the first Twins player to hit 30 homeruns in a season since 1987, a year the Twins won the World Series. Four players, three teams. And with a little over two weeks left, something has got to give. Derek Jeter Courtesy of wikipedia.org STATISTICS Thru 9/16 Derek Jeter, SS New York Yankees Average: .343 HR: 13 RBI: 93 Jermaine Dye, RF Chicago White Sox Average: .320 HR: 42 RBI: 93 Justin Morneau, 1B Minnesota Twins Average: .322 HR: 33 RBI: 123 Joe Mauer, C Minnesota Twins Average: .344 HR: 11 RBI: 79 �SPORTS SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 19 Athlete of the Week: Jason Acquaye BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor A Wilkes train barrelled onto a Chester, PA football field and wouldn’t slow down for anything in the Colonels’ Mid-Atlantic conference football opener win over Widener University. The engine-that-could defense was able to hold off the Widener offense and was led by junior defensive lineman, Jason Acquaye. For play-by-play fans, there was Acquaye with a block, a stop or any kind of wall that helped the Colonels get back in the game and come away with the victory. It is not too often that fans see someone on the defensive line acknowledged for work on the field, but his tackling master class makes Acquaye the obvious choice for Beacon athlete of the week. Acquaye’s gold star performance began when the Colonels were behind on the board and in desperate need to show that they are worthy of being dubbed number one in the MAC. It was then that Acquaye was able to drill his way into the backfield, where the Pioneers were pinned against a wall in their own territory, and sack Widener quarterback Adam Parcell in the end zone for a team safety. Acquaye’s move also gave Wilkes its first points of the game. Acquaye would end the day with 8 tackles, which included 1.5 sacks and the ability to say that he not only got the first points for Wilkes but also helped to set up the plays that would allow the Colonels to tie the game up 20-20. “It just so happened that in that game I was in the right position at the right time to make the right plays,” commented Acquaye about his performance. This past Saturday the defensive performance was also key in the Colonels’ 14-7 overtime win over visiting 12th ranked Delaware Valley College. Acquaye contibuted .5 sacks in the game for a loss of six yards. 5 Number of wins by the Lady Colonels’ tennis team after beating DeSales 8-1 on Saturday to remain unbeaten this season. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Kristina Naveira goes after the ball in Saturday’s 5-1 win over Manhattanville. WEEKEND RECAPS The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Junior defensive lineman Jason Acquaye jumps to block a pass in Saturday’s home opener against 12th ranked Delaware Valley College. Acquaye had .5 sacks in the game for a loss of 6 yards. The rest of the defensive line’s performance was equally impressive, with the line having a total of five sacks in the game including 16 tackles for a loss. Acqauye added that, “For our team to have so many sacks over two games just shows the strength that we have as a team.” Acquaye and the rest of the Colonels football will be back in action this Saturday on the road against FDU-Florham before returning home for the homecoming game against Lycoming on October 7. Women’s Tennis Wilkes University kept its unbeaten record intact by posting an 8-1 Freedom Conference win over DeSales University on Saturday at Kirby Park. The Lady Colonels improved to 5-0 overall and 3-0 in conference play with the win. The Bulldogs suffered their first defeat of the season and fell to 5-1 overall and 2-1 in the conference. Football Tight end Matt Pizarro caught a 25-yard touchdown pass from Al Karaffa in overtime and the Wilkes University defense held Delaware Valley College on downs to lead the 19thranked Colonels to a 14-7 Middle Atlantic Conference win over the 12th-ranked Aggies on Saturday afternoon at Ralston Field. The win snapped Delaware Valley’s 22-game regular season winning streak. Women’s Soccer Three different Wilkes University players tallied goals to lead the Lady Colonels to a 31 non-conference women’s soccer win over Moravian College on Saturday afternoon at Ralston Field. The win improves Wilkes to 4-1 overall, while the Greyhounds see their overall mark slip to 2-3. Field Hockey Lauren Risser scored a pair of goals to lead Wilkes University to a 5-1 Freedom Conference win over defending conference champion Manhattanville College on Saturday afternoon at Artillery Park. The win improved the Lady Colonels to 3-1 overall and 1-0 in the conference, while the Valiants fell to 0-5 overall and 0-1 in conference play. NUMBERS OF THE WEEK 210 Number of total offensive yards for the football team in the home opener 14-7 overtime win over visiting Delaware Valley College. 5 Goals scored in the field hockey team’s win over defending conference champions Manhattanville College. 4 Total combined saves for women’s soccer goalies Liz Pauly and Jessica Berkey in the 3-1 victory over Moravian. �SPORTS 18 SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 GAME OF THE WEEK NFL: Cincinnati Bengals versus Pittsburgh Steelers Week three features a rematch of last year’s AFC Wild Card matchup BY TIM SEIGFREID Beacon Asst. Sports Editor The last time these two teams met was on January 8, during the AFC Wild Card playoffs in Cincinnati. Pittsburgh, the underdogs, overcame an early deficit to defeat the Bengals 31-17 on their way to their fifth Super Bowl victory. Cincinnati was not so lucky. On only the second play from scrimmage, Cincinnati quarterback Carson Palmer left the game with a knee injury, leaving the game in the hands of backup Jon Kitna. The Bengals lost the game, but more importantly, the future of Palmer was in question as it was revealed that he had suffered significant knee damage that required surgery. This time around things are going to be a little different. The most notable difference is that Cincinnati quarterback Carson Palmer will be in full swing come Sunday. Palmer, making his first start since surgery in the preseason against the Green Bay Packers, looked as though he never left, throwing for 140 yards and 3 touchdowns in only 14 attempts. He wasn’t as successful during his first regular season game, a victory against the Kansas City Chiefs, but he will be looking to recapture last season’s form against a Pittsburgh defense. The Pittsburgh Steelers have had quarterback troubles of their own, as Ben Ro- ethlisberger has had to recover from both a motorcycle accident and a recent appendectomy. Steelers fans need not worry, because backup Charlie Batch showed poise and skill during week one in a victory against Miami. Will this week three contest be a battle of the ailing quarterbacks, or will each team look to their other weapons to pull out a win? The Bengals will look to wide receiver, Chad Johnson, coming off a tremendous season, to add a spark to their offense. Running back Rudi Johnson, in his third full season as a starter, will look to improve on 2005 season where he scored 12 touchdowns and ran for over 1,400 yards. Athlete of the Week: Women’s Tennis Xiaoqiao Zhang The Steelers will need to counter the offensive onslaught from Cincinnati, but as they say, the best offense is a good defense. Led by linebacker Joey Porter, Pittsburgh is looking to recapture the days of the steel curtain by pressuring the quarterback and stopping the rush. Oh yeah, and they have some offense, too. Wide receiver Hines Ward, the reigning Super Bowl XL MVP, will be leading the downfield charge alongside backfield dynamo Willie Parker, who looks to fill the rather large shoes of retired running back Jerome Bettis. Bottom line: Defense wins championships. Pittburgh: 30, Cincinnati: 10 BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor Her small frame belies enormous power. When Xiaoqiao Zhang, freshman communication studies major, steps out onto the court, fans might think that they have been suddenly transported to the U.S. Open tennis championships. Well, not quite. But so far this season that is the way it has felt for the women’s tennis team phenom who remains unbeaten in her debut season in a Lady Colonels’ uniform. This past Saturday Zhang proved just how good she is when she took to the court against DeSales University’s unbeaten Courtney McClurkin beating her in straight sets 6-3 and 6-0. With the win, Zhang extended her 2006 win record in singles play to 5-0. “Zhang has really adjusted well to the college game,” stated head coach Chris Leicht. It was all Lady Colonels at this match when they jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the SOCCER from PAGE 20 The Beacon/Ariel Cohen Xiaoqiao Zhang playing in a singles match on Sunday against Lebanon Valley Leicht commented that, “She is a great match taking away three tallies in the win addition to the team. She gives me the opcolumn in the doubles matches. Then it was portunity, playing her in the first position, to Zhang’s turn. Her commanding dominance be able to strengthen the other spots.” over a player clearly well established as a Zhang will be back in action on Wednescontender, made the Wilkes lead 4-0 in the day when her and the rest of the lady Colooverall match. The team would walk away nels take center court against FDU-Florham from Ralston Field with an 8-1 win over at 3:30 at home. DeSales. game against King’s on Thursday, September 21, but Sumoski owns King’s, beating them four years straight, every year he has been coaching. King’s enters the contest with a 2-1 record, but this game holds great significance, because not only is it a rivalry, but this will be the first conference game for both teams. Hard work and execution is key for Wilkes as junior Briana Bertoni noted, “We need to come out and play hard and show King’s and the rest of the conference that we are still as good as last year”. Although Sumoski is indeed victorious against King’s, he believes the overall game should be an interesting contest rather than a brush off the shoulder. “They always come ready to play, and they are always excited to play us, and they have improved,” said Sumoski. �Sports SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 20 Preview of the Week: Women’s Soccer Lady Colonels go on mission for payback and pride BY CARLTON HOLMES Beacon Asst. Sports Editor The Lady Colonels soccer team will be marching into a huge week, taking on both Stevens Institute of Technology in New Jersey and arch rival King’s College. Both games go far beyond kicking the ball into the net and denying the opponents’ attempts at a goal just to get the victory. We can expect a lot of emotions as the Lady Colonels leave their blood, sweat and tears on the field in search for payback and pride. Stevens Tech Sometimes revenge can be the sweetest joy. Well, that’s the kind of joy the Lady Colonels will be searching for as they try to avenge last year’s playoff loss to Stevens. Although both teams attended the same preseason training camp, they are far from acquaintances. “In the back of our minds we were thinking, that’s the team that beat us. Time for payback,” said head coach John Sumoski. The Lady Colonels, last year’s Freedom Conference champions, enter the game against Stevens with a 3-1 record, posting wins against Eastern, Lebanon Valley and Elmira, while the Stevens Tech Ducks are sitting on a shocking 1-2-2 record. Although this match up has the potential for a playoff game atmosphere, there is less at stake, because in the end the loser gets to play another day. Sumoski said, “I believe this is a different kind of game, because no pressure plays a factor.” Junior Dana Lehman from Red Land, PA stated, “We have been preparing to play Stevens Tech ever since we were beat by them in the first round of the NCAA playoffs. The team is very bitter and is looking forward to this year’s rematch.” The Lady Colonels will be in action against Stevens today at Ralston Field. King’s College There is nothing like hundreds of fans screaming at the top of their lungs in support of their school as they take on a rival. And one of the biggest rivalries in D-III sports takes it to the soccer field as the Lady Colonels square up against King’s College. The Lady Colonels come into the game with a different look, losing two seniors and a transfer while acquiring six freshmen. Those changes may play a factor in the See SOCCER page 18 The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Freshman Kayla Wolfe defends the Lady Colonels’ goal in Saturday’s 3-1 win over Moravian. The Colonels’ improved their record to 4-1 overall. This week the women will take on Stevens Tech, who beat them last year, and later in the week, the team takes on crosstown rival King’s College. __ . . . . . Campus Calendar. All Week: *Women’s tennis vs. FDU*Sordoni Art Gallery Exhib- Florham - 3:30 p.m. *Women’s volleyball vs. it, Penumbra Scranton - 7:00 p.m. Monday (9/18) *Women’s soccer vs. Stevens Tech - 4:00 p.m. Tuesday (9/19) *Senior class meeting, SLC 101-11 a.m. *Men’s Soccer @ King’s 4:00 p.m. *Field hockey vs. Elizabethtown - 4:30 p.m. *Roller skating, meet in the HSC lobby - 5:45 p.m. *Movie ”After Innocence”, HSC ballroom - 6:30 p.m.. Wednesday (9/20) Find this Picture on Campus and... WIN CASH Saturday (9/23) *Women’s volleyball @ Elizabethtown Tournament - 9:00 a.m. *Men’s soccer vs. Susquehanna - 12:00 p.m. Thursday (9/21) *Women’s soccer vs. King’s *Football @ FDU-Florham - 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. *Senior Social, meet at Mur- *Field hockey vs. Delaware ray’s-9 p.m. Valley - 1:00 p.m. *Women’s soccer vs. Friday (9/22) Susquehanna 2:30 p.m.. *Student Development Weekend Series heads to the New York Mets baseball Sunday (9/24) game. Meet in front of the *No events scheduled. Marts gym at 2:30 p.m. *Women’s tennis vs. Keystone - 3:30 p.m. *Women’s volleyball @ Elizabethtown Tournament - 3:30 p.m. This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University’s campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put “Campus Picture” as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $10 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. Congratulations to Andrew Toth who correctly identified last week’s shot, which was taken outside of the Health Services entrance to Evans Hall. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 September 18th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 September 18 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/8ebb1e12083eaf91cf02b300b2e47dd9.pdf 7e66ba821c5f2381db721dda68ee4a5f PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA The THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Volume 59 Issue 3 www.wilkesbeacon.com SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 Financial Aid packaging delayed by office personnel changes Issues expected to be resolved by next round of bills BY NICK PODOLAK Beacon News Editor Over a six week span, the university has lost 45 years worth of expert knowledge in the Financial Aid department, resulting in major delays with student loans and aid being processed. Rachel Lohman, who served as the Director of Financial Aid for the past 25 years, accepted a position during the summer with the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). On the heels of her departure, Associate Director Edward Moyer put his resignation earlier this month. Moyer had served at Wilkes for 20 years. Moyer was unavailable for comment. “You could imagine that as a result of these personnel changes, we did not get as much as we typically do or would like to get done,” said Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing Michael Frantz. “It’s very difficult when you lose that kind of tenure, knowledge, dedication, and experience,” he said. The setback has had an impact on student financial aid needs. Senior communication studies major Jake Grande explained that he was entitled to $5,000 from the government, and when he couldn’t get his loan processed, he couldn’t pay the bills he owed to his landlord. “I’m like ‘you gotta be kidding me,’” Grande said. “They threatened to shut my water off and everything.” Kristen Dopko, who is currently enrolled at Luzerne County Community College, was forced to drop out of Wilkes after the Financial Aid office allegedly failed to file her aid application with the state. “When I went to go pay the rest of what I owed, I still had a $9,000 balance,” she said. “It’s hard, you know? I had to take school off for a year to work and try to pay it off.” See AID page 3 The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski President of Enrollment and Marketing Michael Frantz addressed problems with financial aid packaging at last Wednesday’s Student Government Meeting. Five temporary replacements have been hired to fill the void left by the recently departed Ed Moyer and Rachel Lohman. Technical difficulties delay SG election results BY DAVE SEBELIN Beacon Staff Writer Election season has once again arrived at Wilkes University, but not without problems. Student Government’s (SG) annual replacement and freshmen elections were disrupted last week as the electronic voting process encountered technical difficulties. Voting ballots, usually completed online, had to be voided due to an error in class listing. According to Brian Deihl, SG Parliamen- A Sight for Sore Eyes tarian, the voting error occurred due to a problem with how online class lists match with the voter ballots. Deihl described the error in the system as, “a technical problem with our excel sheets and how they line up with class list.” The problem primarily involved students receiving either multiple ballots, or ballots for the wrong class. Deihl added, “The P1 and P2 pharmacy students were receiving multiple ballots. In addition, students with more credits than required were being listed in higher grade categories, thus causing confusion.” In This Issue... Preview of the Week Deihl also indicated SG’s intention to prevent further complications with future elections. According to Deihl, SG will be taking steps to making corrections and better match their list with the registrar’s. The intention is to create a list of students that will have a clear definition of the class to which they belong. While SG is tackling the technical aspects and problems with ballots, the elections continue. The original elections which were intended to be held on September 20 and end September 22 have been officially rescheduled by the SG. Since online ballots Even Heavier Things... Page 8 Page John Mayer review...Page 14 were voided, SG has opted for paper ballots to determine the results. Paper ballot elections began on the first floor of the SUB on Friday, September 22 and will also run on today from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.. Students are encouraged to vote at the voting table located outside the SG office. Government members will also be stationed to assist anyone interested or in need of assistance during the scheduled voting times. See ELECTIONS page 3 Index News................................1-5 Opinion.............................6-8 Features.........................9-11 Arts & Entertainment....12-15 Sports...........................16-20 �NEWS SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 2 Law School Child Care Program SG Notes 3 4 5 Free campus health services hailed by some, critized by others BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Asst. Opinion Editor Students and teachers alike have heard it in the classrooms: the coughing, hacking and sneezing. And for a germ haven like a college campus, the common colds and viruses are often just the tip of the iceberg. So where do students go for consultation and relief? Health Services exists to provide the services to meet a variety of medical needs. The problem is, some students are unaware of the extent of services, hours, location and when to make the decision to go for more extensive help. According to Diane O’Brien, Director of Health Services, the clinic provides a multitude of services to students including free over-the-counter medicines, antibiotics, X-rays, lab tests and vaccinations. Still, with all of the free services provided, some students have experienced problems with treatment and have been confused as to when to consult with a family physician or go to the hospital. Dan Luskin, senior mechanical The Beacon/Curran Dobson engineering major, said, “I went to the health services and tried to tell them my problem. At the time I thought my throat was swollen... I went into the room and a women came in and said… ‘The doctor is not in yet.’ She looked in my throat, then looked at a poster on the wall behind me… She said, ‘I think it is a swollen uvula, but I am not sure.’ She left the room for five minutes… then she walked back in with a textbook in her hand reading out of it as she looks down my throat.” Luskin said the nurse planned to do a strep culture, but he felt uneasy about it. He made the decision to drive two hours home to see his primary physician. “When I got to my doctor, she said she would never have checked for strep throat because she could have aggravated the uvula more, and I may have had to go to the hospital,” said Luskin. Nicole Zastko, junior communication studies major, said that she had a problem with medicine dispensed from health services. The medicine resulted in her having very high blood pressure, and Zastko felt it was due to the pills being expired or nearly expired. “Every single time it’s a different doctor and they always have a different student with them, too. They have different people in there every single day,” said Zastko. O’Brien said that in her eighteen years at Health Services, she had only heard of approximately ten students having very negative experiences. “We try to bend over backwards for the students. We try to give them 100% of our time. That’s our philosophy. If we don’t have it and the student needs it, we get it,” she said. O’Brien also said that all doctors come to Health Services from a family practice residency program in Kingston. All of the doctors who are available at Health Services are residents of the program. “It’s a three year residency program. We get them in their second year. They’re done with medical school and... get paid for their residency. In that residency you learn, you do rotations, you have prescriptive privileges and you can sort of prescribe as a physician, but it’s still learning,” O’Brien said. Other services available through Health Services include mental health counseling. The staff includes one full-time and two parttime mental health professionals for those students struggling with stress, depression or other mental health related issues. The counseling services offices are located also on the first floor of Evans and the oordinator of mental health services is Meaghan Broderick. The part-time counselors are Patty O’Neil and Susan Biscup. Also, Health Services hosts a Women’s Health Night monthly, where women can receive free pelvic exams and STD testing. Birth control is available upon examination (by either Health Services or a private doctor) for $20 a month. Not all students feel there is a problem with Health Services. “I hear people complain about Health Services all the time. I’m not sure why. I mean, I’ve never had a bad experience with them… It’s relatively close to us students and it’s free,” said Krystal Goulding, junior psychology major. “I think a lot of students come in here with sore throats and upper respiratory complaints. More of what we see is viral in nature, and a lot of people like to receive an antibiotic… They have this mentality that, ‘I want to leave here with a prescription for an antibiotic’ and we don’t do that!” said O’Brien. Health Services is located on the first floor of Evans Hall. Its hours of operation are from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Fridays. Health Services is closed on the weekends. It’s a walk-in clinic, so students may work their busy schedules without having to make an appointment. Students are not always guaranteed to see a physician, however, as the staffing for the doctors is limited to 1:00-4:00 p.m. on Mondays, and 9:00 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays. During the other hours of operation, a nurse practitioner and an R.N are always on staff. “We see over 2,000 students a year, and this month we have probably seen close to five hundred students since school started. I have been here for 18 years and it’s the absolute busiest we have ever been,” said O’Brien. B E ACON Serving the community through fair and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers. Editorial Staff Editor-in-Chief: Curran Dobson Email: wilkesbeacon@gmail.com News Editor: Nick Podolak Email: beaconnewsline@gmail.com Op/Ed Editor: Kristyn Ostman Email: thebeacon.oped@gmail.com Features Editor: Nora Jurasits Email: thebeaconfeatures@gmail.com A&E Editor: Stephanie Debalko Email: thebeaconae@gmail.com Sports Editor: Ariel Cohen Email: beaconsports@gmail.com Photo Editor: Nick Zmijewski Advertising Managers: Stephanie Yachim Dana Zlotucha Email: thebeacon.ads@gmail.com Advisor: Dr. Andrea Breemer Frantz Established in 1936 PA Newspaper Association Member Printed on Mondays during the academic school year. 130 S. River St. First Floor, Conyngham Hall, Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 Wilkes initiates talks about law s c h o o l BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. News Editor University administration, faculty and Board of Trustees members are in the investigation stages of examining whether Wilkes should add a law school to its graduate program offerings. While no firm decision has yet been ade to move ahead with plans, and no formal fund raising for the development of the program has been announced, officials acknowledge there is growing excitement as well as concern about the possibility of launching a law school at Wilkes, and also confirm that a law school is currently in the exploratory and research stages. The Board of Trustees granted permission for President Tim Gilmour and his cabinet to further investigate the feasibility of a law school following the presentation of a preliminary business plan. Dr. Bernard Graham, interim provost and head of the law school project, explained the next steps Wilkes must take in order to bring a law school to campus. “We [the research committee] still have to bring the new business plan before faculty, gathering information and concerns. Adjustments will be made as needed and we are looking for a vote of support by the end of the semester to re-present the data to the Board of Trustees.” Graham also expressed that there are three main focal points of research on the viability of a law school at Wilkes. “First off, we are looking for general support from faculty and staff. S e c o n d l y, feasibility is a concern. Would it be successful? Last, we are looking at it from a financial perspective and if the business model makes sense.” For the past six months, a group comprised of consultants, faculty and administration has been investigating a prospective population for the law school and possible areas of curricular focus. “We are looking to see if we will be able to fill all the seats in the law school and if there is a population of prospective law students… The size of the law school would probably be about 70 students [per class]. The actual type of law the school NEWS 3 would focus on remains to be seen. However, it is leaning more toward family law and practitioners that want to go into a small town opposed to a big city,” Graham said. Graham explained that the law school could also focus on mentoring. “The main niche for the law school will be our mentoring heritage and culture at Wilkes that makes us so unique.” There are many students and faculty who are equally excited about the possibility of a Wilkes University law school. Dr. Anthony Liuzzo, director of the MBA program, is pleased that administration is researching The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski this project. “I am excited that Wilkes is even looking at it [law school]. I am happy that Wilkes is taking the lead regionally and looking The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski at the possibility… I think it is a good development. The Luzerne County courthouse cou ld be future training ground for the area’s newest lawyers. If The region could use a law Wilkes Universiychooses to pursue a new law school. school. High-quality local Wilkes is not a wealthy enough resource students are at a disadvantage. The region Thomas Baldino, professor of political to be investing in a law school and I feel it will be served by it.” Graham agreed that this region is short of science, also feels that a law school can will adversely affect other programs.” Hepp also has many other concerns. “We a professional law school. “There is no law have a bigger impact on Wilkes. “If done properly so that also need to think about where to house, the law school where to park, and where to offer jobs is very likely to and internships to these students after law be accredited by school that is so convenient to other law the ABA, I not schools... the fact is that this is going to be only support a a full-time law school and not part-time. law school for Therefore people with day jobs and most . Wilkes, but think adult learners would not be able to enter. -Dr Thomas Baldino, Professor of Political Science it would have at This law school wouldn’t be able to serve least as positive that population.” an impact on the Graham insists physical space isn’t a big university as the concern. “A law school doesn’t require pharmacy school much of a physical plan. The law library is school in northeast Pennsylvania and the has had. I believe that a law school will im- the exception since it must be on campus. need stems from there. It is a big motiva- prove the University’s reputation and pres- Classroom and office space is all that is tige in much the same way that the phar- needed. There will be no new building, just tional factor.” restructuring of current places.” However, Dr. John Hepp, associate pro- macy school has.” While Liuzzo feels the law school can Hepp is fearful that Wilkes’ law school fessor of history, sees the situation differently. Hepp explained, “There is no short- have a great effect on other programs at could become a safety net for those stuage of law schools in this region. Out of the Wilkes, especially the business and MBA dents who have no other option. “When194 American Bar Association (ABA) ap- programs, Hepp feels differently. “Admin- ever a new law school opens it becomes an proved law schools, 25 of them are within istration’s time will be taken up [with] the new ‘safety school.’ We will get a number a two hour drive of Wilkes and 66 of them law school and less focus will be on under- of applicants from New York, New Jersey, are within six hours… Also, Drexel Univer- graduate programs. My fear at the end of the See LAW SCHOOL page 5 sity just opened a new law school and Penn day is that a lot of money will be sunk into the law school and taken from undergrads. State plans to do the same.” I believe that a law school will improve the University’s reputation and prestige in much the same way that the Pharmacy school has �SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 NEWS Child care issues inhibit education for some students BY SARAH DOMAN Beacon Asst. News Editor The many challenges college students face can range from choosing a major to finding time to study and also, in some cases, locating and maintaining child care. As the Wilkes population continues to grow and diversify, many full-time students who are also parents face the challenge of locating reliable, affordable child care and sometimes are forced to leave school when it falls through. Jessica Baer is a psychology major who has six children. She said, “Child care has not always been an issue because I had family and friends to help, but now everyone has either gone to work or is now failing in health and can no longer help. I do not have any alternatives at all. If I cannot find child care, I will have to drop out.” On her thirtieth birthday, Baer was faced with the decision of whether or not she would have to drop out of Wilkes this semester in order to raise her children. Much of this decision is based on the child care programs that are offered for single parents. Wilkes University has offered a partial child care subsidy program since 1982 and offers a stipend per child per day to help defray child care costs. According to Mary Mack, University College, “Any Wilkes student can apply. It’s for males and females. The only requirements are that you are a full-time undergraduate student.” The partial subsidy program operates when school is in session, which means that if the parent chooses to have their child remain in day care when the university is not in session, they are responsible for the entire cost of day care for that time. “The child has to be in a licensed day care and the parents are responsible for choosing the day care, but we check it,” said Mack. At the beginning of every semester, the parent must register as a participant for the program and the university will partially reimburse the day care. Baer said, “Most day cares will not take children part-time which is two or three days a week. So, you could end up paying for a full week, which in most cases is well over $100 per week for one child. You would think that would be all right because of the $6 per day Wilkes pays, but the catch is they only give you the $6 on the days you actually have class. Now that is not great when you consider all the other expenses like books and stuff that you are already paying for.” For many students the financial burden of tuition and day care is enough to break the bank or force an absence from school. “Basically as it stands now, it [child care] goes 4 hand in hand with being able to attend class. I have been out of class for almost a week [recently] with no babysitters available and in the meantime I’m still paying for my older kids to be at the YMCA,” said Baer. Wilkes University is not the only local institution that offers child care subsidies; in fact there are many different programs available to students. According to Vicki Austin, director of the Women With Children program, “College Misericordia provides a 40% child care stipend for any single parent student who is in need.” Misericordia does not provide child care on campus but does offer Courtesey of www.tcw.org a unique option called the Women with Chil- Wilkes University currently does not house a physical space for child care, yet they do provide subsidies dren Program. Austin for single student parents to send children to day cares. said, “Our program is a residential program for ficult. “I do not have as much study time as Some students may now have to take single moms and their children. We provide a traditional student but I make do. My kids into consideration those child care options housing for the families on campus free of always come first. It takes a lot of organi- that colleges and universities offer. “There charge while the moms are earning an un- zation and patience to handle the load but I are probably many mothers out there who dergraduate degree at College Misericordia. make do. A lot of getting up early and go- would love the opportunity to get an educaThe moms do have to pay tuition and take ing to bed late but it makes me happy, I am tion and better themselves but cannot afford out loans like any other student.” This pro- proud of myself for going back to school to do so with young children,” said Baer. gram costs about $150,000 per year to run, after all this time and I love my babies more and there is only one other like it in the state than anything,” said Baer. of Pennsylvania at Wilson College. ‘Children come first’ is a phrase Despite the many different programs that Weisenfluh can agree with. in place at various institutions across the She said, “My daughter comes country Baer believes that, “With more and first. For me, it’s balancing time more non-traditional students entering col- between school and her, because A0cm'ding to the Ce.nm of Dise.l;lse lege, it would make sense to do something she is only one and a half and deControL [more] to help.” mands a lot of attention.” 1 in 1,,500 ooi ege stnd!e.ttts The choice between education and child Although there are many dif. !i1 HIV ·· poM"·t ive. care is an issue, but many parent students ferent options for parent students and the ~asl@sl:..grm"'r.ing populatio: who have help at home do not wish to place and their children, Baer suggests their child in day care. Taren Weisenfluh, that Wilkes implement a proof .A merican ~op.le with 1-IlV are senior elementary education major, chooses gram that would offer students t:eenagers and young adults. not to place her 18-month old daughter in credit for working in a day care day care while she’s at school. “Natalie on campus. “The children could ~onsored by· HeaHh Senrices is usually with her father, my mother or unknowingly take part in a numgrandmother. I always thought I wanted ber of things that would benefit family to take care of her. My only concern the students of our institution. is that she doesn’t get enough exposure with Psychology and social workers kids her own age. But, I’m happier having to be can observe behaviors and her at home.” teachers to be could get a glimpse In all cases, whether child care is pro- of what it might be like if they vided at home or in a day care, balancing were to try and teach younger time between school and family can be dif- children.” SOBERING STATS �NEWS SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 FINANCIAL AID from FRONT PAGE To counter the losses of Lohman and Moyer, Wilkes is rapidly staffing its office with interim and part-time employees. Upon Moyer’s resignation, the institution contracted with a firm based in Atlanta called Financial Aid Services (FAS) which provides financial aid leadership and expertise to schools in periods of transition. Ron Laszewski, who served as the director Bucknell University’s Financial Aid department for 23 years and PHEAA for three years, was contracted as the interim Director of Financial Aid through FAS. The university also hired two financial aid counselors to finalize the financial aid process. None of these positions are permanent to stay in keeping with the OneStop Shop, which will integrate enrollment processing, student accounts, and financial aid services later this year. Entering his fourth week in office, Laszewski has taken no time in making moves and recommendations to better serve students. For starters, it was advised that students who have a high likelihood of returning will be able to get their loans certified when they are awarded their financial aid completing all of this in one sitting. It was also suggested that the school not require tax returns from all new students to the institution. “The government does not re- quire us to do that. It impacts the student and the workload on the office. It is our belief that this will speed up our availability to serve students and require less paperwork from our students,” Frantz said. Frantz expects the financial aid service issues to be resolved by the time bills are sent in mid-October. “I certainly regret that we did not have this corrected before school started. I expect it to be the done. The students expect it to be done. And we are working as rapidly as we can to solve these identifiable issues,” he said. LAW SCHOOL from PAGE 3 and Pennsylvania that have no real intention to come here unless they can’t get into a better law school… Many students say, ‘If Wilkes had a law school, I would go.’ This doesn’t strike me as a good reason to go to law school.” Liuzzo acknowledged this may be an issue. “While we build a reputation and draw attention, we may attract those specific students. However, Wilkes is a very studentcentered school and law schools are usually not like this. The expe- all the majors in the humanities and social sciences. The business department should also see more students. At the open house last week, all the prospective students who expressed interest in pre-law were very curious about Wilkes starting a law school.” Graham concluded that the likelihood for the law school looks positive. “Indications are very good. I haven’t found any data that would suggest not to do it. The best case scenario is for the first class to begin in fall 2008. ELECTIONS tition than the sophomore, junior, and senior candidates who have a lower number vacant or challenged seats. Despite difficulties with the election and a large body of competition, many of the freshmen candidates maintain a positive attitude toward SG. Charles Siaikowski, freshman pre-med major running for class representative, commented: “Student Government seemed like it was the most important club on campus. . . I realized if I wanted to really help, this is where it would be.” Anyone with questions or concerns about the election is encouraged to contact SG representatives. Results of the paper ballot election are expected to be complete Monday night and released to the student body shortly after. from FRONT PAGE -le.dt~lC.Ql l) 1QtiCXlS The Beacon/Nick Zmiejewski The winners of the SG elections will be determined Monday, September 25, by the use of paper ballots over online voting. @@@@@@@@@@@@~@~~~~ Sun,dan,c .e Vac.at10ns Inc. @ o Sports / Event Marketingl ~ 0 Flexible Schedule ~ o weekends and nights a ~ ~ must @ @ o GREAT FAYJ $100 to @ $200/day gi o Transportation a plus @ 1 I Public interaction marketing at various events in your area. @ ~ @ we ouy ana sell ,,s IDs . PS2 XBOX NINTENDO VIIE8GAIES 11s od 45s Ii IUSIOL EDIGI 59 north main ,., wilkes barre,., 829-2929 CALL NOW] l-800-233-1613 ~ i ~ . - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - , we have hundreds of posters!! 5 rience will be very different and is something that is rarely found in institutions.” While the faculty differ in their opinions, they agree that current and prospective students are excited. Hepp noted, “Students that talk to me are overwhelmingly positive about a law school in part because it offers another option if you do not want to leave the area.” Baldino concurred, “I absolutely believe that a quality law school will attract students to Wilkes not only to political science, which is a “traditional” major for those undergraduates who are interested in preparing for law school, but to Though difficulties delayed the election process, Jenna Strzelecki, SG President, is hopeful about the results. “We had some technical difficulties, but this is the first time using this election system this year” said Strzelecki. She added, “Monday at 5 p.m. we are meeting to count the ballots and determine the winners.” While the election problems will likely be resolved by the paper ballots, candidates running for office will have to wait for the final count to be tallied on Monday night. For the freshmen SG candidates, this wait could be difficult. A total of 15 freshmen are currently running for positions in SG. While not an unusually high number, these 15 candidates will face more compe- SG Notes At the Wednesday, September 20 Student Government (SG) meeting: -Vice President for Enrollment Mike Frantz discussed the status of the financial aid office and slow financial aid packaging, along with new personnel and projects. -Dave Sborz motioned for a free trial run of the New York Times and The Times Leader for all Wilkes students. Jef Bauman seconded the motion. Motion passed 19-4-0. -Matt Brown motioned to allocate $700 for updates to the SG website. Lauren Zubey seconded the motion. Motion passed 22-0-1. -Dave Scordino motioned to donate $250 to the Jake Simonis Memorial bench project. Kathy Dalton seconded the motion. Motion passed 17-0-6. -Homecoming nominations were announced and the group included both ten senior men and women. �Opinion SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 6 Main Street Opinion at a Glance Your Voices \. When we think 9/11, it’s not W-B that comes to mind $1.3 million planned for 9/11 memorial in Kirby Park BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD “Our goal is to make it the biggest and best across the country,” said Mayor Tom Leighton in an event on Public Square. You’d think Leighton was talking about the downtown area, the streetlight project, the bars, the clubs, the offices or even the revitalization of the old, Victorian architecture that brings an elegant beauty to the city. Unfortunately, the mayor wasn’t talking about any of that. He was unveiling plans for the city to spend $1.3 million on a 9-11 memorial in Kirby Park. Monument supporters believe it will attract tourists from various parts of the country. According to a report in the Times Leader on September 12, 2006, the plan for the monument entails granite pillars to be built in Kirby Park (which, we need to point out, isn’t even in WilkesBarre). Eleven of the proposed pillars will have names of all lost in the attacks engraved on the right, and nine of the pillars will have the names of the emergency responders who were killed during the attack engraved on the left. The article noted that the tallest pillar will be 18 feet high, and nearly centered. Circling it on a 60 x 40 ft. concrete slab will be shorter pillars. In the center of the slab will be a pedestal describing the events of the attack. Other decorative touches would be added as well, such as city and state flags. The monument will surely light up its immediate area, and will be seen from a distance. According to reports in both the Citizens’ Voice and the Times Leader, city officials have been asking many local businesses to donate to the cause. It’s a fact that when Tom Leighton came into office, the city was millions of dol- The Pen is Mightier ... You have an OPINION and we want to hear it_/ am to expiess :your unique ~ to the Wilkes =mmunity? The B=con '~ Opirri.on ~ctDn is scouring campus in search of writers with fresh tluughts and ""?FNS. W lf}DU have any ideas, questDns c.arloons, please contact: = a sample =lunm or editorial OPIN ICIN EDrn::::iR: KRSTYN 0-STMAN, ,:::)R AssSTANT OPINION EDITOR: AN l:EE SCARA.NTINO t h e b eacon . oped@gma. il . com lars in debt, and few businesses had any desire to work with local government constructively. Thanks to Leighton’s leadership, that debt has been paid and there is a sense of unity among downtown business owners. But we wonder about how the city paid the majority of its debt. Leighton received grants and loans to pay off some of it, and hopes to revitalize the downtown area to make WilkesBarre a booming metropolis with the help of yet more state and federal aid. We don’t want to criticize the mayor too harshly on this issue. The city looks better than it has for decades, and that is nothing short of positive. In addition, the mayor is not alone in his zeal for this project. It is clear that city council and a variety of other supporters all communicate a genuine desire to honestly memorialize one of the greatest tragedies in our country’s modern history. The sentiment is to some degree understandable. However, the city is in no position to be spending $1.3 million on a memorial with no guarantee of attracting tourist traffic. When Americans think of 9-11, they automatically think of Wilkes-Barre, right? (Insert sarcastic tone here) While the 9-11 attacks certainly touched the entire nation emotionally, those cities that rightly should dedicate space to memorials are New York, Washington D.C. and Shanksville, PA. While locals undoubtedly lost loved ones and volunteered aid for months after the attacks, Wilkes-Barre was still two and a half hours from the focal point of the tragedy. If people want to say a prayer and remember loved ones lost in the attacks, most would agree that the appropriate locale would be Ground 7 7 8 Zero in New York City. Why would people from the West Coast fly to Wilkes-Barre to see a 9-11 memorial? “Oh! Let’s fly into Avoca and visit the Wilkes-Barre memorial instead of New York’s.” That dialogue is not going to take place. As for people from the East Coast, well, why would they drive to Wilkes-Barre when New York is a hop, skip and a jump away? What about this monument will draw tourists here? The city’s streets need to be paved. Wilkes-Barre is a dream for mechanics wanting to do tire alignments. There are more potholes than the moon has craters, and although the downtown has been looking better, the riffraff are still lingering in its alleyways and side streets. Every ounce of money the city can raise needs to pour into its upkeep, not into a memorial in Kingston’s most lovely green space when we know it has no hope of truly resonating with the local public or prospective tourists. What about the debt? While officals are quick to point out that no taxpayer dollars will be spent on this memorial--the money will come from state grants and private donations--we feel that any money raised would be far better spent paying off existing debt and increasing our credit rating, or applied to existing unmet needs in the community. And the public appears to agree. Reports in the Citizens’ Voice (9.14.06) and Times Leader), as well as numerous local blogs, highlight the fact that residents see other more important uses for local money. Mayor Leighton has earned our trust, for the most part. For his sake and Wilkes-Barre’s, he should simply focus on making Wilkes-Barre a great place. Don’t use terrorism and death to bring tourism here. The goal is to build Wilkes-Barre’s reputation, not to destroy it. Beacon Poll Results The following are results of a poll that The Beacon conducted online this past week. The poll was unscientific, and does not claim to reflect the overall attitudes of students on campus. Results are based on 42 responses. The Beacon asked: How can President Bush raise his approval rating? • • • • • • • • • • Grow a beard - 0% Dress like a dinosaur - 5% Buy everyone a puppy- 5% Carry a man-purse - 7% Find bin Laden - 47% Have an affair with an intern - 7% Fire a cabinet member - 2% Get breast implants - 12% Wear an eye patch - 10% Speak with an Austrian accent - 5% Next Week’s Poll Question: If Wilkes Barre had an extra $1.3 million, how would it best be spent? • • • • • • • • • • Fix W-B Blvd, Main St. and Ross St. potholes Clean up Sherman Hills Invest in drug crime prevention Bulldoze nuisance properties Invest in community science center Invest in community art center Pay off remaining city debt Invest in Wilkes University law school Develop community homeless shellter Invest in riverfront development Visit www.wilkesbeacon.com to cast your vote. Results will be published in next week’s issue of The Beacon. �SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 OPINION 7 Progressive urban planning starts with vision for Main Street BY ANDREW SEAMAN Beacon Correspondent Many years ago there was a town located not too far from here. It was a lovely place. People could be seen going from store to store, some buying hats, suits, and then there were some people who were just looking at the new window displays. On the corner there was an old man playing an accordion, and a block north of the town hall the high school band often played a medley of songs composed by John Phillip Sousa. This town was called “Main Street America,” and many towns were like this. Unfortunately, with WalMarts and malls springing up all across the country, “Main Street America” has turned into a village with a lonely grocery store, pharmacy and quick mart (if you are lucky). The once crowded streets are quiet and the only thing discussed in the local paper is how a student was caught with heroin in Mrs. Trindle’s fourth grade reading class. All these problems cannot be blamed exclusively on WalMart and malls, but that is where it is placed most of the time. Countless websites have the theme “WakeUp WalMart” or “Battle WalMart,” but does anyone think that WalMart is actually going anywhere? A company, that according to walmartstores.com, earned a net profit of $76.8 billion for the quarter ending in July of 2005 sounds pretty financially secure to me. That is why I am not going to sit here and tell you why you shouldn’t shop at WalMart or malls, because for today’s consumer it is almost impossible to do so. But there is another solution some might call an easy way out: development. Our area is very well known for its ski resorts, also for the foliage. If we could get some savvy developers in our local towns to look at what they have to offer, there is no reason we can’t turn our towns into the Main Street described above. Most of the towns located in NEPA have a unique characteristic. I will use mine as an example. I come from Forest City, which is Americans inconsistent to want access to information and privacy BY JIM MORRISON Beacon Correspondent The Freedom of Information Act was put in place to ensure the public that it has access to any government records, with a few exceptions for National Security. Recently Facebook.com changed its entire appearance and the main page began to include the details of what users and all of their friends had been doing on the site. At first glance, it seemed like a good idea to some. A lot of information that friends have or changes go unnoticed until others ask. But people began to realize what was really happening. Employers, parents and anyone with a Facebook account is able to log on and see what you are doing. It is almost as if you must be constantly aware of what people are reading about you and why they want to know. Wait, but isn’t that what we do when we demand this information from the government? I don’t know what has happened. It seems hypocritical that we can demand that information be accessible to the public and then get up in arms when something as trivial as Facebook offers too much information. We want privacy for ourselves, yet we will cause our government to stop and mull over every decision as they have to worry about how the records will look when the public sees it. Let our government do its work and not have to rethink its every step. Of course I believe that government officials should do it right, but I believe in the fact that we should leave them alone to work. It feels oppressive to think someone is always watching. We learned that when Facebook changed. It is really just two-faced that we as a people can demand openness on one end, yet want our own privacy and go up in arms when something like this happens. Americans as a whole are hypocritical. If I had to think of one word to describe us as a people, it would be hypocritical. We want the reassurance of knowing we are free; however, we do not want to know how we get that freedom. We forget the sacrifices made by men and women in our armed services. We forget our own history about what it took to get to this stage in our nation’s growth. We want to know what is going on but we do not want others to be able to see what we are doing. It is all just wrong. As a people we have to change our outlooks on a lot of things, because if we do not, then as a nation we will become ineffective and unable to operate. about an hour north of Wilkes-Barre. Our local attraction is Elk Mountain, about ten minutes north of town. If we could get the right people to open the right businesses, my town would be alive again. A ski shop, bed and breakfast and bike shop would do my town wonders. These places would bring business back to downtown and create jobs for the locals. “But since WalMart and malls are still around, how are these small businesses expected to compete?” you may be asking yourself. But when you are going skiing or biking, where would you rather buy your skis? A big white warehouse that specializes in being a “One Stop Shop” where you can pick up a head of lettuce with your skis? Or a small shop owned by a person who has been skiing his or her whole life and can fit you with the right skis? Almost a no-brainer when you think about it. Over the years my town has seen many businesses come and go, but mostly go. However, when you look at the town and the architecture you have to ask yourself, “Why on a Saturday night is this town dead?” I always grew up hearing stories of how the streets in Forest City were always filled with people on Saturday nights. The kids would be in the local candy store while the mothers and fathers were off shopping around downtown. Today, any teenager from my town who wants to go to the movies needs to travel 45 minutes to Moosic or Scranton to do so. I contend that with progressive urban planning, it doesn’t have to be that way. I really do believe that with a little work and cooperation from the local businesses any one of our local towns can turn into that town described above. We’re beginning to see the fruits of such labor right here in Wilkes-Barre. To the towns who are already doing this, I applaud you, and ask that you help your neighboring towns with the development of their Main Street. And hopefully by the time I have kids, I can walk down Main Street with my wife while our kids go to the local candy shop. Opinion at a Glance Public Un-Safety? The Beacon/Nora Jurasits Well, we certainly hope that sedan can make the turn onto South Main Street as the Public Safety van blatantly blocks its view of the oncoming traffic. It’s good to see that the Public Safety vehicle is facilitating the safety of the public. �OPINION SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 8 What’s bothering Nick: Silly sidewalk planning BY NICK ZMIJEWSKI Beacon Photo Editor Somewhere shrouded deep within the mists of history a secret was discoved that would change the fate of mankind forever. This secret is that a straight line is the shortest distance between two points. It is this truism that causes me to scratch my head every time I journey over the former Evans lot. Wilkes seems to have trouble designing sidewalks. The one in the front of the library, a high traffic area, is not really wide enough for two people to pass without stepping out onto the lawn. It is also curved and therefore even more inefficient. As for curved sidewalks, the one by the map and SUB lot is also avoided by many students who simply walk across the grass, wearing a muddy path by the end of the semester. So why in the world would they use curved sidewalks again? Could there be some Mount Wilkes being constructed in the centre of a circle? This would make sense as the roads and rails laid between important places only deviate from the straight line when there is an obstacle. ~ei °'"if•~·-Hi ¼...,.. 1i..~:,\._.1 o,..~ ~ ·s;;;.~JL 11/j ~ Lt- t. 0 There are also a lack of sidewalks that seem very glaring, mostly because there are doors that lead to where they used to be. There is no longer any quick access from Briseth to River Street. The rear door from Sturdevant no longer goes anywhere, but three rooms have their own sidewalks. Even the back door to Conyngham is a stairway to nowhere. You can expect paths to be worn in the grass once it grows, especially since this is disrupting travel patterns that should have been apparent. There are little patches of mud every time it rains in places where the sidewalks are inadequate. You could even make the argument that the new sidewalks are dangerous. Anyone who has had the misfortune of walking across the smooth pattern will note that water builds up on the surface and that it is a very slippery surface. I am waiting for the day that some poor student slips on ice that forms overnight or during a snowstorm. The new sidewalks are decidedly silly. Straight lines and a uniform pattern would have been the way to go. 4;1!.p [~(;,,.Jl~ ~ ... ~ s-k\\ f "'~ r..-.Qi.n . / tk . ¼~~ -A- .· - ~-+ , ) J ' Aleksander Lapinski The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski A curved sidewalk behind Evans Hall. Notice the puddles. YOUR VOICES Blind attacks on diversity issues don’t fly Dear Editor: How can you criticize something you have not seen? Seems crazy, right? Well, Assistant Professor Gina Morrison certainly blindly attacked the amazing, spectacular program known as “N*gger, Wetb*ck Ch*nk” or NWC. Her allegations of the students getting the wrong impression are outrageous and are completely wrong. If she attended the show, she would have realized the true mission and message that was being part of a human race and not separate divided races. Also, if she attended and was more curious instead of disgusted, she would have laughed along with the rest of the student body. But her fear and ignorance came from what I believe to be “The White Scare,” which basically means when white people fear to offend and say derogatory words such as n*gger, h*nky, or ch*lie. They are scared because they allow hateful words still to hold full value instead of just meaning race. Now not to get side tracked, but I believe I have the right background to talk about this. I was raised in a mixed neighborhood, went to a mixed school and lived in a mixed amazing state like New Jersey. So basically, I grew up around a community diverse in race and culture and was taught to respect everyone, no matter race or gender. Because of “The White Scare,” communities and many people still believe these words hold great hatred. Yet in music, poetry and movies we see words like n*gger and ch*nk being used all the time. More and more students and children are exposed everyday to these words, which only helps the understanding that they are only words in today’s age and lifestyle. This type of mindset leads to the “pussification” (HBO, George Carlin Special) we see in mainstream America. Which leads to my next topic of debate: the students who did not like the leadership program. If you can’t get knocked down and stand back up on your own two feet, then you are not fit to be a leader nor did you get the clear message to why you were at the retreat. Only you can bring yourself back up and rise above an experience like that. Now I am only going from the article in The Beacon and not from outside sources. Overall, both instances point to the major problem in our society and how it is turning for the worse, such as the constant tightening and hold over the children and students of tomorrow and today to censor this and stop that. If we as a nation and community continue with such constraint, then we will only hurt ourselves in the end. We will not learn and grow with new experiences. I will end this with a personal quote I came up with: If human life was worth something, I would have cashed you in a long time ago. Mark Leicht Junior history major/political science minor �FEATURES Student travel opportunities 10 How to successfully budget 11 SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 9 Washington semester offers alternate educational experience Taking a break between classes in Wilkes-Barre offers students a few more choices than they had last year at this time. Depending on the day’s itinerary, students might be able to sneak in a matinee movie, will soon be able to lounge in the Barnes and Noble with a cup of coffee or those with hunger pangs can soon look forward to Einstein Bros. Bagels on South and Main. Until this semester, taking a stroll to the Smithsonian or sipping a cup of coffee on the steps of the Supreme Court was just a fantasy. But university officials recently entered into an Inter-institutional agreement with American University’s Washington Semester Program that allows Wilkes students to study in the nation’s capitol for a semester. According to Phil Ruthkosky, Director of Student Development, the program is a combination of seminars and internships. Communication studies senior Adrienne Richards is the first to enroll in the program. She is currently studying journalism and working at an internship with the Washington bureau for ABC News. She notes that one of the most exciting things she’s experienced is the level of access she has with her Capitol Hill and ABC News press passes. The program consists of handson seminars alongside the internship. Richards stated, “It’s not a regular class…It’s really hands on, we’re going out in D.C…I’m on Capitol Hill a lot.” The internships are perhaps the most important part of the experience. Richards stated, “The first day of my intern- ship I did an interview with Senator [Hillary] Clinton…The biggest part of this program is the internship.” Before an agreement was reached between Wilkes University and WSP, it was not possible for students to transfer their credits back to Wilkes. Now that the Inter-institutional agreement has been signed, however, students can transfer their credits back to Wilkes. Each intern is also assigned to an advisor. The advisor has the option Courtesy of Adrienne Richards BY TABITHA HAPEMAN Beacon Asst. Features Editor Senior communications major Adrienne Richards poses with Bob Schieffer, a CBS television news journalist who spoke at an AU seminar. of evaluating the research project the student completes at the end of the semester. The university was concerned that the students would be left to their own devices as far as living was concerned, but the experience at American University includes housing. Every amenity offered to AU students is offered to the visiting Wilkes students. Similar to the study abroad program, the student at AU is still considered a Wilkes University student, not a transfer student Ruthkosky states, “It’s a great program, but you need to consider other things,” such as the fact that any institutional financial aide is lost for the semester. State and federal loans and grants will still apply, but all aid from Wilkes itself is lost during the time the student is studying at AU. However, they will be charged the Wilkes tuition rate instead of the AU tuition rate, which is slightly higher. Depending on the program, students have the opportunity to hear a variety of distinguished guest lecturers. In Richards’ case, she notes that journalism students have or will see Bob Schieffer, Charles Krauthammer, Ted Kop- pel and Barbara Harrison in their seminars. And the experience of the program extends beyond the disciplinary knowledge gained. Richards stated, “I’m so fascinated with culture…[and] I have five students from France, two from Sweden, two from Germany [in my class]…You have students from all over the world.” The Washington Semester Program (WSP) offers thirteen different program choices, some of which allow students to travel abroad as part of a practicum experience during the semester. Some of the choices include American history, American politics, foreign policy, peace and conflict resolution and public law. In order for a student to be considered eligible for the program, they must “have a 2.5 GPA and... be nominated by the school,” explained Ruthkosky. Even if a student has the GPA to qualify for the program, they must also receive a nomination from their advisor and subsequently from Wilkes University. Those interested in learning more about the program can visit the website, www.washingtonsemester.com. Environmental club and mtvU look to make things a little greener BY SARAH DOMAN Beacon Asst. News Editor Among the physical changes to campus that greeted returning students this fall was an extension of the greenway that now stretches to Northampton Street where the old Evans parking lot began. Many have been wondering what to put there. How about a concert? A new challenge is being waged in schools across America. The Ecomagination Challenge, sponsored by mtvU and GE, is a contest to promote the green space on college campuses. According to ecocollegechallenge. com, “mtvU and GE are asking individuals and teams of college students from around the country to submit innovative, groundbreaking ideas for projects that would make their schools more environmentally responsible.” The contest involves creating ideas, no matter how big or small, that would make a positive impact on campus green space. Schools are competing for a $25,000 grant to put the project into motion as well as an mtvU concert on the college campus. After hearing about this contest, members of the Wilkes University campus decided to take part in it and enter. Dr. Marleen Troy, chair and associate professor of environmental engineering said, “I regularly check a variety of newspapers, magazines and websites to keep current about environmental issues. I came across the ecomagination challenge on the greenbiz.com site. I thought it would be fun to work on with my FYF students. However, after learning more about the contest, it was apparent that there would be benefits in getting campuswide involvement.” The Wilkes University environmental club hopes to spread the word and help the university gain a wider reputation. “It [the contest] will give us a great deal of publicity and recognition for both the students involved as well as the university. We can have a chance to expand our environmental engineering and science divisions as well,” said Michael Agricola, vice president of the environmental club. There will be many benefits for the campus in participating in the contest. “The greatest benefit will be increasing awareness about environmental issues and showing the benefits of having a ‘green’ campus. Another benefit would be to refute the belief that being a ‘green’ campus is difficult, expensive and not worth the trouble. Students are hoping to win the contest but also want to increase awareness about environmental issues.” Agricola said, “The ultimate goal would be to take the win, but honestly if we can just get people to participate and have a good time with this, we can’t really ask for more. It would be nice to see everyone starting to think a little greener as it is becoming a greater issue for our environment. Honestly though we are just looking to have a good time and hopefully win.” The environmental club has a few ideas, but, according to Agricola, could always use some more. Students are encouraged to participate because, according to Troy, “Seeing the impact that even small changes can make is a very powerful �FEATURES 10 SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 Globetrotting opportunities abound for 2006-07 Through clubs and majors, students can take many trips to other states and countries BY DANA ZLOTUCHA Beacon Asst. Business Manager An epidemic is sweeping campus. Wilkes students of all ages are stricken with a condition that causes them to want to get out of their current atmosphere, explore, see the world and maybe help out others in the process. For those students afflicted with this condition, known as the “travel bug,” Wilkes is providing a few possible cures. Dr. Wagiha Taylor, professor of international business and economics, is advising an international business trip to Austria, Hungary, Czech Republic and Germany. The focus of this trip is Central Europe, and we are interested in knowing more about newly independent states,’ she explained. The trip will take place over spring break, from March 2-11, 2007. The price is $1,599. Students will register for BA 398, a three-credit elective course, in the spring semester. The group will meet three times throughout the semester. Taylor explained that “the trip crip is both enjoyable and educational, ...cational, because, to have fi_,fsthand rsthand exposure to the global world we we live ~-'-'oal world live in…to see things things and and to to experiexperience things, has \as aa life-long life-long effect, effect, different from just reading about just reading about things.” Trip capacity is approximately approximately 50 students and is currently -;urrently full. full. However, those interested ~ted can can still still see Dr. Taylor and add their names 'leirnames to the waiting list. She is also also taktaking names for the 2008 spring spring international business trip, which vhich will highlight England, Scotland <tnd and Ireland. For students interested in visiting a new place, meeting new people and providing community service, the Alternative Spring Break (ASB) is traveling to New Orleans, Louisiana, from March 3-10, with 30, students and 6 facStl ultystaff_advisors. ddvisors. Students JLUdents chosen chosen for t.. the trip will pay fee and pay aa $200 $200 application applicat. raise the Their raise the rest rest of of the the money. mm goal to earn m, they did goal is is to earn $27,000, $27,000, as last Ann Loyek, last year. year. Ann Loyek, community com. service Megan service coordinator, coordinator, and and 1-, Boone, Boone, AmeriCorps AmeriCorps Vista, Vista, are are two , of of the the advisors advisors for for the the trip. trip. “These "These experiences experiences challenge challenge each us personally…by pulling each of ofus personally ... by pulling us out us out of of our our comfort comfort zones zones into into new experiences new experiences and and new new sursurroundings so roundings so that that we we can can discover discover those things that those things within within ourselves ourselves that help us us to help to grow,” grow," Loyek Loyek said. said. ASB ASB applications applications are are available available in ce, in the the Community Community Service Service offi office, on oor of on the the second second fl floor of the the Henry Henry Student Applications are Student Center. Center. Applications are due due Monday, Monday, September September 25, 25, by by 4 4 p.m. p.m. Faculty Faculty and and staff staff members members interested helping with with the the trip 'nterested in in helping trip preparations ~parations are are also also encouraged encoura)lP · ,ntact the Community Service ,;, to contact office. !CADEMIC EXCELLENCE THROUGH MENTORING� The communication studies and history departments are also jointly sponsoring a study tour to London. Dr. Mark Stine, associate professor of communication studies, and Dr. John Hepp, associate professor of history, will be advising the trip and teaching the class. The focus of the trip is to examine the history of communications from the British vantage point. This trip will be offered over Intercession, from Jan 4-11, L 2007. Cost is $1,799 per student. 2L The TL trip may be used as either a COM COM 398 elective or a HIS 398 elective, electivt which can also be used to to satisfy satisf) the general education requirement requiremei. for history. “[The "[The London LonL week is] the meat of of the the course, course, and then when we - the spring semescome baclr back for ter, we are then taking things that ter, "" tl the students did in London and preparing that in the form of major assignments and a term paper,” Stine explained. Hepp related the value of this travel experience, especially citing “that moment when [students] suddenly realize, ‘here’s something very, very different,’ than what they’re used to,” as the best part. “By the end, no one wants to come back to America,” he laughs. Group size is usually between 8-14 students. Those interested should contact Stine or Hepp as soon as possible, as the initial deposit of $100 is due on September 28, and the entire cost must be paid by October 5. In addition, two Study Tour Experience trips are also planned. One is headed to Panama, the other to Australia, Tahiti and Fiji. Interested students should contact Dr. Jim Merryman, professor of sociology and anthropology. All trips are open to students of all majors, and those interested are encouraged to contact the trip advisors soon to reserve a spot. $EAN�!LLEN�WAS�THE�lRST�PERSON�)�MET�AT�7ILKES� h)�M�INTERESTED�IN�3TUDENT�'OVERNMENT��!S�IT�TURNED�OUT��HE�WAS�OUR�ADVISOR��(E� HELPED�ME�ADJUST�TO�SCHOOL��)�THINK�OF�MYSELF�AS�A�LEADER�AND�)�WANT�TO�MODEL�MY� LEADERSHIP�SKILLS�AFTER�HIM��(E�S�A�PERSON�YOU�CAN�CONlDE�IN�AND�LOOK�UP�TO�AND�THAT� MAKES�THE�7ILKES�EXPERIENCE�EVEN�BETTER� " w WILKES UNIVERSITY 6Y^T�i_eb�]U^d_b� %XPERIENCE�7ILKES�5NIVERSITY�S�INTIMATE�LEARNING�ENVIRONMENT� SUPPORTED�BY�FACULTY�MENTORS��AND�LEARN�MORE�ABOUT�OUR����MAJORS�INCLUDING�� "IOLOGY��"USINESS��)NTEGRATIVE�-EDIA��.URSING��4EACHER�%DUCATION��AND�0HARMACY� �*UNIOR��#ANDICE�AND�$EAN�OF�3TUDENT�!FFAIRS��-ARK�!LLEN� ggg�gY\[Uc�UTe�l�!�( �G9<;5C�E �SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 FEATURES 11 Making ends meet in college without going broke With a budget and a clue, students can avoid bankruptcy BY JACLYN FRANCESE Beacon Correspondent “I’m just a poor college student” is often a phrase heard around campus. So why are college students so poor? First of all, the daily “inconsequential” little things add up. The cup of coffee to keep awake in class, the expensive habits like smoking cigarettes and of course there are those nights out with friends. All of this keeps college-town businesses booming and wallets empty. It really doesn’t take much to spend hundreds of dollars on these types of things each semester. The easiest way to budget is to have a plan and be aware of expenses. According to about.com’s section on budgeting for college students, when it comes to finances and budgeting, students have to be smart from the beginning and have a plan. Listing sources of income and knowing how much money can be set aside monthly throughout the semester can help students spend within their means. Setting financial priorities are also key. Basic needs should come first, such as tuition, books, groceries and gas. Then comes entertainment, which can include everything from catching a movie to hitting up local bars. These activities may seem extraneous, but socializing is how students stay sane amidst the other obligations and responsibilities. For those who find that the end of the month frequently brings an empty wallet, Wilkes is attempting to help new students get started the right way. One of the first-year foundations (FYF) course focuses on personal finances to help students with budgeting both in and out of college. According to the course outline, students learn how to better budget money, save for the future and plan for retirement. They also have the opportunity to learn how to manage student loans, avoid the many perils of credit card abuse and how to increase the amount of money they earn after graduation. “Having an introductory finance course would be a good opportunity for any freshman. When I was a freshman I had more difficulty, but moving offcampus and becoming more independent helped me to make better decisions financially,” said Bill Steiner, senior business major. Nandita Das, assistant professor of finance and accounting, and teacher of the personal finance FYF class, frequently tells her students, “This is one course that you will directly use no matter what field you choose or what you do for a living.” She hopes to start a Personal Finance Club for students. “The purpose of the club would be to help the general student population with basic budgeting skills.” Commuters and students who have a job off campus run into difficulties with gas prices and parking every day. Samantha Clarke, junior communication studies major said, “As a commuter I have to set aside money for gas and parking. With gas prices as high as they are, it makes it difficult to keep my budget intact.” Donnie Murray, senior psychology major added, “I work on and off campus and all my money directly pays my tuition. It took me a while to learn how to budget, but you have to learn sometime. When shopping, I just look for sales.” The basics of budgeting are the same for students as they are for anybody else, but the challenge for those enrolled in college is that they are most likely new to the game. To successfully survive the dollars and cents struggle, it is key to begin now with careful spending and proper planning. Using this simple budget chart found on about.com, students can manage their income and expenses, comparing the expenditures from month to month so they can better budget and manage their money. CATEGORY INCOME: From Jobs From Parents From Student Loans From Scholarships From Financial Aid Miscellaneous Income SUBTOTAL EXPENSES: Rent or Room & Board Utilities Telephone Groceries Car Payment/Transportation Insurance Gasoline/Oil Entertainment Dining Out/Vending Tuition Books School Fees Computer Expense Miscellaneous Expense EXPENSES SUBTOTAL: NET INCOME: (Income less expenses) MONTHLY MONTHLY MONTHLY BUDGET ACTUAL DIFFERENCE �A&E SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 IWninner and a Moviel Dinner: Red Robin BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor Although Red Robin isn’t exactly a new establishment in the area, it is one that I thoroughly enjoy but don’t frequent as much as I used to. It was after a marathon shopping trip, and some extreme hunger pangs, that Jaclyn and I decided to stop at Red Robin. We all know how much truly strenuous shopping can really take it out of you. Anyway, the location is right on our way home and is also a pretty prime spot since it is so close to the Wyoming Valley Mall. When we arrived, we snagged a parking spot right outside the front door and since it was a Wednesday night, we had no problem getting a table. We were promptly greeted by our waitress after being seated, and along with our drinks we were given a basket of Red Robin’s famous bottomless steak fries, which were, by the way, hot and fresh and especially delicious with the secret recipe Red Robin seasoning. Jaclyn ordered a BLTA, minus the avocado, and when she asked for cheddar cheese along with it, they were extremely accommodating. It didn’t take long for me to decide on the Gardenburger, something I think is a very cool choice for restaurants to have on the menu. I suppose I should clarify that a Gardenburger is a brand of what I would call veggie patty that Red Robin offers as a substitute to beef. The food arrived unbelievably fast (good thing, too, because those fries were running a little low while we waited.) Both of our meals came with more steak fries, so there was no need to take them up on the “bottomless” offer. Jaclyn’s sandwich consisted of bacon, lettuce, tomato and turkey on a crois- ...And a Movie: The Covenant BY JONATHAN MILES Beacon Correspondent The covenant has been broken. Within weeks it will be no secret that this movie was a waste of an hour and a half. Another poor excuse for a horror movie fails to live up to the genre. In the Ipswich Colony, located in Massachusetts, four male students attending the Spencer Academy are connected by amazing powers. They are descendents of a long line of witches who are now bound to stop an evil, power-hungry rival. But using their own powers also weakens them and causes them to age. Steven Strait (Sky High) is Caleb Danvers, leader of four “Ipswich Brothers” who have inherited a secret power dating back to the Salem witch trials. Laura Ramsey (She’s the Man) plays Sarah, Caleb’s love interest and the basic “damsel in distress.” Both act well enough to bring the lame story half to life, especially towards the final acts when the antagonist begins to threaten their lives. Its plot misconstrued, senseless and full of holes, The Covenant somehow manages to have a decent message. The message is a rip-off of Spiderman’s “Great power comes with great responsibility,” but it is still worth noting. The Covenant implies that power is addictive. Like the abuse of a drug, the abuse of power will kill you. The movie has its jumps, a few “disturbing images” and something for those with arachnophobia. However, this movie doesn’t offer the psychological terror true horror films capture. The Covenant is more of a thriller with very little excitement. It earned a PG-13 rating for “intense sequences of violence and action,” but most of the special effects and so-called fight scenes are vapid and uninteresting. The action becomes dull quickly as most fight scenes are composed of one person forcing another through a wall, door, window, etc. The anti-climactic ending comes with a battle between two rival warlocks throwing fake-looking CGI energy balls at one another like a Dragon Ball-Z copy. With a cast full of unknowns, The Covenant tries to be this decade’s version of a teenhorror flick, but falls short. At first glance, it seems like a fresh warlock-spin on the classic film The Lost Boys. But The Covenant lacks the charms, imagination and wit that made The Lost Boys great. It ends up a sloppy male version of the TV show Charmed. Unfortunately, originality is not a strong 12 Internet Socializing 13 CD Review: John Mayer 14 Local Band: Title Fight 15 sant, with a side of cantaloupe. My Gardenburger was just as tasty as I suspected it would be, with lettuce, tomato, “bistro sauce” and pickles on a wheat bun. In my opinion, the pickles are what really made it great, because otherwise it would have been a little plain. They definitely helped to give the whole sandwich a little zing and complemented the Gardenburger (which, in my opinion, tastes pretty similar to a hamburger) perfectly. As I usually do at Red Robin, I ordered a side of honey mustard dressing to go along with my fries. It is my personal belief that Red Robin has the best honey mustard dressing in the entire world. If you order fries here, it is a must. It also went pretty well with my Gardenburger, too. Both of our portions were huge, so we took half home. We had already made a predinner pact that we were sharing dessert. It took us all of about 1.5 seconds to decide on the Mountain High Mudd Pie, which we ordered along with some coffee. When it arrived, I’ll admit, we felt a bit ridiculous. This was an insanely large dessert, but with chocolate and vanilla ice cream, peanuts, fudge sauce, caramel sauce, peanut butter and cookie crusts, sprinkles and whipped cream, there was no way to pass it up! It has to be said that the atmosphere of Red Robin can only be described as “fun.” Adorning the walls are photos from famous and recognizable television shows and films, something I found to be particularly interesting. I mean, I can’t be the only one who would enjoy dining next to a framed photo of George Costanza posing in his boxers, courtesy of that infamous episode of Seinfeld, right? The only real drawback to Red Robin is that it’s not exactly a bargain, and especially not if you order an immense amount of food as we did. For my meal I paid $7.99, and our dessert was around $6.00. Factor in the costs of drinks and coffee and it got a little pricier than I would have liked. The portions were extraordinary in size, though, so I suppose there was sort of a tradeoff there. If you’re looking for the kind of hearty meal where you need to undo the top button on your pants because you’re so full, then Red Robin, with its generous portions and bottomless fries, is a great option. Even if that doesn’t really sound like a pleasurable night, you can at least take half of your meal home. Grade: A+ point among recent horror movies and The Covenant continues this trend. It offers viewers tired appeals such as the typical helpless, half-naked female walking around asking “hello?,” the dream sequence, the sudden phone ringing and plenty of other sad excuses for suspense. A strange brew of supernatural power and teen sex appeal create a taste much like that of The Craft, except The Craft was actually mildly entertaining. The story is utterly bland, predictable and full of unintelligent dialogue that a high school kid could have written. No high school script would be complete without “sexual content, partial nudity and language.” But before anyone gets too excited, the sexual content is merely a cute kiss scene. Weak chemistry fails to create a teen romance worth remembering. Like most films, this one’s casting is entirely about looks, but perhaps the film’s director is trying to cover up the awful acting and dialogue. The Covenant uses sex appeal to sell its cast as hot twenty-somethings pretending to be teenagers. To add to the ridicule, all the extras are unrealistically flawless as well. The soundtrack is full of songs heard too many times before. Other than the remix of some Rob Zombie in the beginning, the rest of the film’s music is nauseatingly cliché, like the use of “I love rock n’ roll” in a bar scene. The movie is not completely terrible. Although not creepy, the cinematography is almost picture perfect as the film travels around the Massachusetts setting. With the bright spectra of autumn colors, crisp darkened hues of nightfall and powerful visuals of thunderstorms, The Covenant impresses. While it’s not for those horror fans who want to be kept awake at night, The Covenant offers something for the younger teens that enjoy Dawson’s Creek reruns and lame witchcraft. Fortunately, for those who enjoy making fun of scary films, there are some parts bad enough to mock. Interestingly, The Covenant’s tagline is “Imagine having the power to do anything you want. But at what price.” The first grammatically correct thing to do would be to end that second line with a question mark and not a period. Maybe the editor from the film’s script also looked over the tagline. With the power to do anything it would be nice to save others the money and time they might spend watching this film. The price is simply not worth it. Grade: F �SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 Socializing over the internet diminishes face to face contact BY SHANNON CURTIN Beacon Correspondent Facebook, Livejournal, instant messenger. These are just a few of the many methods of online interpersonal communication that students use on a daily basis. There is a constantly increasing number of students who spend at least a small percentage of their free time in front of a computer screen, catching up and interacting with those they know and those they stalk. In this age of constantly increasing internet activity the question has arisen of whether online communication is detrimental to student’s face to face social interactions. In recent years there have been reports of conflicting findings as to whether increased internet socialization has led to increasing physical isolation. A 2004 New York Times article mentions that researchers at the Stanford Institute for the Quantitative Study of Society have found that “an hour of time spent using the internet reduces face-to-face contact with friends, co-workers and family by 23.5 minutes.” Certainly time spent on the internet will cause a deficit of time spent doing other activities, but does this reduced amount of face-to-face contact have a detrimental effect on the lives of students? Some Wilkes University students concluded that the use of the internet for social communication is a convenient and cost effective way to interact, with little negative effect on their social lives. Sophomore psychology major Jonathan Miles stated that he uses both facebook and myspace to “see what events are coming up,” and to keep in touch without wasting money on cell phone text messages or phone calls.” As to whether or not such communication is damaging their ability to interact with people in day to day life, many students agree with junior English major Lauren Carey, “I don’t feel like I have a hard time talking to people face to face.” Instead Carey’s qualms with the internet focus on a more academic concern, “I think the problem is that people don’t know how grammar works anymore. The internet lingo has crept into our non-internet lives. I’m almost certain some professors have horror stories about “lol” and “u” creeping into academic papers.” Sophomore Justin Spott concurs with Carey in his opinion of internet communication, “It can allow people to communicate, and spread and develop ideas with people who live in different regions, but sadly, I don’t really see that happening. What I see more of is a one-night stand of information exchange, a wham-bam-thank-you-ma’am of misspellings, improper grammar, and strange acronyms, pertaining to nothing important.” Though the depreciation of the English language can arguably be blamed on the internet’s impact on our communication, the formation of purely internet based relationships could create negative social impacts on our lives. Junior Ken Gareau points out the disadvantages to popular avenues of online communication, “out of state college students may cling to that as a way to be home, and thus won’t really interact with the rest of the campus population. That happened to me my first few weeks of school as a freshman - I would sit in front of my computer, and wait for friends to IM me from home. It took the resident assistant to pry me out of the room just to go socialize.” Obviously online communication activities can be both beneficial and detrimental, but what could be the long term effects of the continued increase of technological communication on society? Sociology professor Dr. Michael Garr provided an academic perspective on the issue. “Because the relationships with others met via the internet are virtual relationships they lack the authenticity of real relationships and may reduce the number of face-to-face contacts,” he said. “Recent research has revealed that over the last 20 years people today have half the friends they once had. This could suggest a reduction in social support that people receive. It’s not clear that virtual relationships can make up for this loss of social support.” Professor of sociology and anthropology Theresa Kintz mentioned that the lack of visual clues and body language in internet communication causes a “virtual anonymity,” that then “creates a different dynamic, non-verbal cues are absent, and personal, real, authentic connection is impossible.” Kintz, like many researchers of the social impact of the internet, believes that “online relationships replace real relationships in an individual’s life; it leads to a greater sense of alienation and isolation that is already cultivated in mass society.” Even though the internet is convenient and does allow plenty of modes of communication and interactions with friends and strangers, the opportunities of the real world should not be overlooked. Campus activities such as clubs and free university sponsored events are just a few examples of the ways students can become more active socially on campus. As Kintz concluded, “A virtual community is no substitute for a real community.” What’s Happening Wednesday, September 27 -Taming of the Shrew at King’s College at 7:30 p.m. (through September 30) -HOODS, Strength for a Reason, Steel Nation, Million to One, performing at Back stage at 6 p.m. -FROGGY 101 Free Concert with Steve Azar at the Woodlands Grand Ballroom, 7 p.m. -Crush performing at the Woodlands Streamside Bandstand, 10 p.m. Thursday September 28 -The Laramie Project at the Dorothy Darte Dickson Center at 8 p.m. (September 29) Friday, September 29 -Lewis and Clarke performing at Cafe Metropolis at 8 p.m. -Murder Junkies, 1428, and the Dirt Vultures performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. Saturday, September 30 -The Tossers, Freedumb Bomb, Captain We’re Sinking, and Siderunners performing at Cafe Metropolis at 8 p.m. up n �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 CD Review: John Mayer’s new Continuum BY NICOLE FRAIL Beacon Correspondent In Room for Squares, he was a sensitive, energetic boy who wanted to run through the halls of his high school and scream at the top of his lungs. He wrote love songs for no one but marveled at the body as a wonderland. In Heavier Things, he was a similarly sensitive, energetic boy who had found not only a home life, but a new deep as well. He suffered from split screen sadness and insisted that you held his only heart while he begged you sweetly to come back to bed. That was John Mayer then. So who is John Mayer now? In his latest offering, Continuum, he’s still the sensitive John Mayer we always knew. He’s still easy on the ears and the eyes, but the aural and visual information we’re taking in is in an entirely different league and sending completely new messages. Continuum was released last Tuesday, and I can honestly say it hasn’t left my CD player yet. Mayer’s third album is almost unrecognizable. His voice still sounds the same, but other than that, it’s a whole new experience for fans. Abandoning his pop and rock-lite style, he’s adopted MIDNIGHT MADNESS A large cheese pizza + an 8pc Breadsticks , CinnaStix or Cheesybread $9.99 +TAX VALID 12AM-CLOSE Expires 5/31/076 IMM I a more soulful approach for these twelve new songs, one of which is an impressive, energetic cover of Jimi Hendrix’s “Bold As Love.” I can’t lie. I was slightly disappointed while listening to the first two tracks the first time I played Continuum in the car on Tuesday. “Waiting for the World to Change,” the first song, caught me off guard with it’s mellow beginning and talk of being misunderstood and standing up for nothing and no one. I had half expected a bouncy, happy start to the CD - kind of like “Clarity” from Heavier Things. I had been so excited about Mayer’s new album, I hadn’t even bothered to read any reviews or preview any songs. All I wanted to do was buy it and listen to it nonstop for the next few weeks. His other CDs were beyond amazing, so why wouldn’t this one be as well? Much to my surprise, the sounds I heard flowing out of my car stereo speakers weren’t what I had expected from Mayer. At all. The music wasn’t the same. The lyrics weren’t the same. What had happened to my beloved John Mayer? He grew up. Continuum is a mature album in every way you look at it. His talent and love for music and the guitar are evident in every song, and it’s obvious that he takes more pride in them and is ROWNIE FREE ITV Courtesy www.fan-sites.org through, to see the album for what it truly is. At first it sounded like something my father played on his stereo while we cleaned the house on Saturdays when I was younger. And honestly, now that I think about it, it actually is something he would like today. But that’s what makes all of Mayer’s music so wonderful and so enticing. It’s appealing to everyone who enjoys soulful music, who enjoys being able to sit back, relax and simply take in good music. I encourage all John Mayer fans to buy Continuum. It may take a little getting used to, but it really doesn’t need the spunk of Heavier Things or the lovesickness of Room for Squares to be entertaining. It has everything it needs in what’s already there and was well worth every penny. Wilkes-Barre Buy a large pizza at regular price and get a 1 Ope order of our new warm brownies Expires 10/8/06 more comfortable in the music this time around, instead of just in his vocals and lyrics. In addition to his maturing musical talent, the subjects of his songs are also deeper. In his previous cd’s, the messages and lyrics he delivered seemed to be more upbeat and hopeful, more positive, even. Continuum contains lyrics about bringing friends back from war, different religions, losing love and recovering from that loss. Not only does he share his pain in losing a love that he thought was true, but he expresses his need to find someone better in the last track, “I’m Gonna Find Another You,” in which he sings, “Now I’m gonna dress myself for two / Once for me, and once for someone new / I’m gonna do some things you wouldn’t let me do / I’m gonna find another you.” The whole cd doesn’t entirely embrace the negative, however. Tracks five and six, “The Heart of Life” and “Vultures,” are sure to get your feet tapping as Mayer expresses how much he hates to see you cry and how there are easier ways to get through the pain that’s thrown at you at the worst possible times in life. He expresses feeling tested by the world and shares his wish to survive, come out on top and have the world see him for more than just a number. It took me a little while, a couple of plays I 570-829-2900 154 s. Pennsylvania Ave Sun-Thur 11 am-2am Fri & Sat 11 am-4am �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 15 ~n - . ......... '~ - SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 . LOCAL BAND SPOTLIGHT: TITLE FIGHT . ~ - BY MARISSA PHILLIPS Beacon Asst. A&E Editor I’ve got to say, it’s not every night you walk into a venue and see kids maybe as young as 12 years old dancing and belting out lyrics alongside people well into their 20s. Last week I saw the Title Fight perform, and while each member has yet to finish high school, judging by how pumped they kept the crowd during the entire set, it’s pretty obvious that when it comes to punk, age really doesn’t mean a thing. The Title Fight is a four-piece band out of Kingston. Ned Russin is on bass and vocals, Ben Russin plays drums, Jamie Rhoden is on guitar and vocals and Shane Moran plays guitar. The Beacon recently had the chance to sit down with members of The Title Fight to discuss music and plans. home schooled and plays guitar for 12 hours a day). We’re going to try to keep the band throughout high school and into college, and we’d hope to just try to do both school and the band and wait for something to happen for us. The Beacon: So, are you guys working on a full length CD, or should fans expect one in the near future? eral sound, fan base, etc.). Title Fight: Shane was added about a year ago when our songs started to get a little more complex. Prior to that, the songs we had (we still play some of them) were fast and simple. We’ve been trying new things and Jamie is always writing new material, so we have a lot to work with to make our sound more mature. The Beacon: Have you guys toured outside of NEPA? If so, where have you been, and if not, do you plan on it in the future? Title Fight: We have played in New Jersey and a few places scattered up and down the East Coast of PA. We are going to try to do some weekend tours this year, and we’re hoping that by the summer we will be able to do a few full weeks of touring the East Coast. The Beacon: So, exactly how old are all of you? Title Fight: Ned and Ben Russin are twin brothers. They are both 16. Jamie Rhoden is 15 and Shane Moran is 17. The Beacon: What are some of the bigger bands that you have gotten to play along with over the years? Title Fight: Gym Class Heroes, I Am The Avalanche, As Tall As Lions, Just Surrender, Emanuel, An Angle, Dave Melillo, Valencia, Pistolita, that’s all that I can think of right now. The Beacon: And I’m just wondering, do one (or a number of you) have your driver’s license, because if not I can see that being pretty difficult. Title Fight: Shane has his license. Our friends and family help us out a lot with getting our stuff to and from shows though. The Beacon: What kind of bands do you guys listen to that influence your music? Along with that, for people who haven’t ever heard of you, what are some bands that you can compare yourselves to? Title Fight: We all listen to a bunch of different stuff, but a lot of the song writing is influenced by bands such as Blink 182, The Movielife, and Saves the Day. People tell us we sound like those bands, but you should listen and decide for yourself who we sound like. The Beacon: And for someone who hasn’t yet seen you perform, explain what can be expected from your live performances. Title Fight: Our shows are fun. We always have our friends there supporting us, and we like there to be a lot of energy and interaction with ourselves and the crowd. We encourage stage dives. You can always expect a generous amount of 7th grade girls taking pictures of Jamie on their camera phones, too. The Beacon: Is this band a hobby or do you guys hope to go full-time with the band once you get out of high school? Title Fight: Right now it’s definitely a hobby. We love to play, and I’m certain every one of us would love to do this full-time but it’s hard with high school in the way (except for Jamie, he’s more. Playing shows in Kingston at The Future (R.I.P.) and Backstage really helped build up our fan base because we are from Kingston. We’d get a ton of younger kids to come, and a lot of them would be allowed because it was close to home for them. A lot of those kids are too young to be going to Metro, so when we played at places like Backstage and The Future, it gave kids that normally couldn’t see us a chance to see us. Now a lot of them see us every time we play in Kingston. We also have some of our best friends coming out to see each show and those older guys still come and support us whenever and however they can. The Beacon: Do you have any other shows lined up in the near future? Title Fight: We are going to be playing at Café Metropolis sometime in October. Check out our Myspace constantly. We get show offers at random so it’s kind of hard to tell if we’re going to be playing a lot in a certain month. We are also hopefully setting up some shows with bands Cash In and The Front Page - check them out. Photo Courtesy of Alisha Turull From left, Ben Russin, Ned Russin, Shane Moran and Jamie Rhoden of Title Fight. To check out their music, visit www.myspace.com/titlefight or thetitlefight.tk Title Fight: We’ve been talking to a few people about putting something out and if that goes through, we’ll have an EP or a 7” on a smaller indie label in the near future.Afull length CD would be awesome, but we need to see if we would get enough support from a label to do that. The Beacon: What has changed over the three years you guys have been together (lineups, gen- Our fan base has definitely changed since we started playing shows. For a while, our only “fans” were our very close friends. Also, Ned and Ben’s older brother played in a local hardcore band and we’d always get shows with them. Not that many younger kids would be there, so a lot of our first fans were older hardcore guys. Once we started getting shows on our own, we’d play to a crowd whom we would appeal to The Beacon: So, you guys have been a band for about 3 years. That’s a pretty long span of time, and I’m sure you have to have a good amount of interesting show stories. If you can think back, share a story about the strangest show you’ve ever played, and the most embarrassing experience as well. Title Fight: We haven’t had any strange shows, but we’ve played on Wyoming Avenue and venues as big as closets which made for some interesting and fun shows. I can’t think of any embarrassing experiences. I guess just voices cracking and making mistakes is the worst. A few times Ned has fallen over and smashed off the ground. 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I i I i I (": �SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 SPORTS 17 Wilkes crew club to host first Women’s volleyball team regatta in nearly 20 years welcomes new coach BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor Levels have been up and levels have been up in the interest of the Wilkes University crew club which has been in existence for close to 30 years. But since its rebirth in the past four years, the interest in the club has reached record levels with nearly 60 students turning out on a regular basis. In fact, the club received nearly 80 sign-ups on club day just a few short weeks ago. Since its inception, a permanent home has been hard to come by for the club. Crew members originally began operating from Harvey’s Lake, then came back to the Susquehanna River four years ago. But in October of 2004, troubles began to plague the club when their boat house burned down, in what investigators speculated to be a case of arson. When it seemed as though things couldn’t get any worse for the team, equipment was stolen in November of the same year, only two months after the devastating fire. Since then, the crew club has been struggling to settle down, moving from the football field to the baseball field and now back out to Harvey’s Lake after the land that they were using on the Susquehanna River was recently sold. Even with all of the troubles the club has faced, it does not seem to be putting a damper on the activities and progress that the group seems to produce on a daily basis. The club is so determined to continue to succeed that according to Todd Ankiewicz, one of the coaches of the club, “We are hosting the first regatta here [at Wilkes] in nearly 20 years.” The regatta, which is dubbed the McAndrew Cup, will be the inaugural home regatta for the team in years. The race will consist of a 3,000 meter trip down the Susquehanna beginning at Nesbitt Park. The points leader at the end of the day will take home “The Cup.” Participating in this race according to Ankiewicz will be the University of Scranton, Susquehanna University, Wentworth Institute of Technology and possibly Bucknell College. Besides the rowing. which will be the main focus of the day .there will be plenty of food, live music and other entertainment. “There have been many people that have donated some equipment or money that has really helped us out. Because of this we think that at the break around noon time [on the day of the regatta] we are going to rededicate some of the equipment,” Ankiewicz stated. With this new outlook for the team, a lot the equipment has recently been fixed, including patching holes and repainting some of the oars. “We work with what we have and try to maintain it so it lasts,” Ankiewicz said regarding the boats. Even with the lack of newer equipment and the fact that the crew club is not actually a recognized sport at Wilkes, the club still goes out and competes to the best of their ability. “There is definitely a lot of good schools that we compete against and it makes it hard for us because we are small and do not have the money that they have,” crew secretary Andrew Julian said. The crew club’s McAndrew Cup will take place Friday, October 7 beginning with check in at 7:00 am. The races begin at 10 a.m. BY TOM JONES Beacon Correspondent The new school year has begun, and with its arrival brings a new addition to the Wilkes varsity sports program. The Lady Colonels recently welcomed Alicia Orlowski as the new volleyball head coach. Orlowski’s volleyball career first began in West Chicago, Illinois, where she played for the Sports Performance Volleyball Club from 1992 to 1996. A five year starter, she led the team to a 99-4 record, and earned a 5th place finish in the 1996 Junior Olympic Courtesy of Sports Information Courtesy Tournament. Orlowski brings her impressive resume Orlowski entered the collegiate volley- to Wilkes University. ball scene by playing Division I volleyball at Coastal Carolina University where she, during her four years, helped the Chanti- ball student-athletes.” cleers win Big South Conference titles in One of these returning athletes is Nicole both 1996 and 1998. During both of these Hahn, an accomplished athlete who has in seasons, the Chanticleers earned a place in the past won player of the week and MVP the NCAA Division I championship field. awards. Orlowski also served as the team captain “She has the knowledge of the game and during her junior and senior years. the ability to understand what’s wrong and Orlowski continued her career after then fix it,” Hahn said. Coastal Carolina University by playing Orlowski noted that the Lady Colonels for the Duke Lady Blue Devils volleyball volleyball team is working hard and has team while earning her doctorate in physi- the talent to go far in the collegiate sports cal therapy. world. This extensive background provides Or“Our strongest point as a team is our lowski with the knowledge to pass on to work ethic and the willingness to sacrifice the current Lady Colonels volleyball team. personal, individual success to ensure sucOrlowski noted that, “Having played at the cess as a team. We have a strong nucleus collegiate level, I feel I have a grasp on of returning players and freshmen that the fundamentals of volleyball and what have been able to step up and contribute it takes to be successful and improve as a on the court. We are improving every day team.” in practice,” said Orlowski. She added, “The transition has been made easy for me by the athletics department staff as well as the returning volley- SOCCER from PAGE 20 The Beacon/Todd Weibel Todd Ankiewicz (right) and Dave Scarisbick put finishing touches on their boat. tough, and make Wilkes work hard for the win. The Colonels are now ranked 10th in the region and the team’s relaxed attitude may make it hard for the Aggies to contend. Rush stated, “This is the most relaxed group, but when they play they get results.” The Colonels added ten new freshmen, and are on a mission to avenge last year’s first round playoff loss. According to Rush, each player enters every game with confidence, and this can only lead to success. Freshman Bret Osswald from Stroudsburg, PA stated, “I believe we are progressing as a team each game.” With the Colonels having all their offensive weapons against a Delaware Valley team that averages less than a goal per game, this may turn into a blowout for the Colonels. We can expect Wilkes to execute, and come out with the victory. “We go into every game with confidence, expecting a good result,” said Rush. �SPORTS 18 SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 GAME OF THE WEEK MLB: Chicago White Sox vs. Minnesota Twins White Sox look for miracle for chance to repeat 2005 success BY TIM SEIGFREID Beacon Asst. Sports Editor This time last year, the Chicago White Sox were 91-60, and they were well on their way to clinching the American League central division, en route to their first World Series title in 85 years. What a difference a year makes. Currently, the Sox are 85-66, and are a handful of games behind in the AL central and AL wild card. In other words, they’re likely to be watching the playoffs from home this season. Chicago, who was heavily favored to win its division for the second straight year, has been largely disappointing as of late, because not only has it been in second place behind the Detroit Tigers in the central, but also because the Chi-Sox recently relinquished first place in the wild card to the red hot Minnesota Twins. It’s no surprise that they were so heavily favored; they maintained the bulk of their starting rotation, not to mention the off season acquisition of slugger Jim Thome from Philadelphia. Thome, who was sidelined for the majority of the 2005 season due to injuries, remained a question mark for the White Sox, as his health was still in question coming into the beginning of the season. Those fears were put to rest, however, as Thome hit 10 homeruns and 23 RBIs in his first 24 games, while maintaining a .300 batting average. While the arrival of Thome has certainly bolstered an offense that already had sluggers Paul Konerko and Jermaine Dye, it was Chicago’s starting rotation that has been disappointing. That rotation, which includes veterans Freddy Garcia and Mark Buehrle, as well as the young John Garland, has been solid, however they have not been as consistent as they were last season, and they have rarely showed the dominance that was on display during the 2005 playoffs. Despite the shortcomings of the starting rotation, things were still looking good for the White Sox, even though they still trailed Detroit Tigers for the division lead. They spent most of 2006 season leading the wild card, and were heavily favored to win it, despite having to fight off teams such as the Yankees and Red Sox during several points in the season. But by the time Minnesota got within striking distance, it was too late. Since the beginning of July, the Twins are 47-26, the best record in the AL in that timeframe. That comes as no surprise, as Minnesota has one of the most complete teams in baseball, and can use a number of different weapons to win games. First and foremost is their pitching staff, led by 2004 Cy Young winner Johan Santana and rookie sensation Francisco Liriano, both of whom have been anchored by closing pitcher Joe Nathan. Santana, despite a rough start, is heavily favored to win his second Cy Young award this season thanks to a record of 18-5 with 277 strikeouts and an ERA of 2.77. He leads the league in all three categories. Liriano, in his first season, was spectacular as he pitched to a 12-3 record with an ERA of 2.16 before being sidelined for the remainder of the season on September 13th with an elbow injury. Nathan has been as good as ever, pitching himself into the top ten in the league in saves(33) and ERA(1.73) among closing pitchers. If the pitching staff wasn’t enough, the Twins have an offense that can beat a rival several different ways, having a perfect blend of power, speed, and batting average. The Twins, who are historically known for having well placed hits in lieu of homeruns, are no exception this year, as they are led by the current AL batting leader, Joe Mauer. Mauer, in just his second full season, stands to become the first catcher to win the batting title in almost 100 years. Additionally, the Twins also have Justin Morneau, one of the leading candidates for AL MVP. Morneau, in his fourth season with the Twins, has managed to balance his batting average(.325) and homeruns(33) into a perfect offensive blend. Perhaps the most underrated performers on the field are those making the big plays on the other side of the baseball. I speak of course defense, and Minnesota has one of the best defenses in baseball, which is led by centerfielder and five-time Gold Glove winner Torii Hunter. Hunter, who has spent his entire career with the Twins, has been given the highest honor in baseball for five consecutive seasons, is looking for his sixth gold glove this year. With a team that is that well balanced, it’s hard to make an argument against them. Despite playing a team that is this well balanced, all is not lost for Chicago; however, it will take quite the uphill battle to make the post season. First, they will have to literally win every game for the remainder of the season. If that’s not difficult enough, they would need both the Twins and the Tigers to lose at least seven of their last ten games. That said, it might be time for the White Sox to hang the white flag. As Chicago rolls into town on the 29th for the final three games of the regular season, their aim will only be to play spoilers to the Twins, who are still looking to win the division and gain home field advantage in the playoffs. White Sox fans should take comfort in knowing that while it took 85 years for them to win another World Series, it can’t possibly be that long of a wait again. Can it? The pick: 9/29: Minnesota 7, Chicago 3 9/30: Minnesota 4, Chicago 1 10/1: Minnesota 5, Chicago 0 Double Take Andee examines the stats that truly matter... BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Asst. Opinion Editor Wow. What happened to Chicago this year? I was really surprised to find out that they are being such a disappointment! What’s going on with their starting rotation? Come on, guys! I’ve never been much of a Twins fan. I don’t know why. I truly don’t know a lot about baseball. Their uniforms are nice, but something’s not right about them. Maybe if the Twins got more players that looked alike, they’d better fit their name. It’s all about the image, you know. That’s truly what matters. The White Sox are obviously making some poor choices this season or they wouldn’t be so far behind. I think it’s the fashion issue. You all know I love sockies. Heck, I picked the silly Red Sox over the Yankees because they had cute little sockies. That took a lot out of me. I bet the White Sox have sockies, too, but EVERYONE knows you can’t wear white after Labor Day. That’s a sin. I wouldn’t buy their sockies. I’m routing for the Twins. Obviously they know what’s up in the fashion department. Photo courtesy google.com Twin’s ace Johan Santana agrees with Andee. �SPORTS SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 19 Athlete of the Week: Christina Waldele BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor It was like a standup triple in a play-off MLB game for senior soccer forward, Christina Waldele, scoring three goals in just two games. O.K., so it is not baseball, but the simile describes the impact of Waldele’s soccer success against both Elmira and Moravian. After a scoreless first half between the Eagles and the Colonels, Waldele ended the 0-0 tie nearly seventeen minutes into the second half. After accepting a pass from junior Bethany Head, Waldele was able to fire the ball straight past Eagles goalie Meaghan Doherty. Then, during the 72nd minute of play, it was Waldele again giving the Colonels a 2-0 lead and eventual win. But Waldele wasn’t satisfied with two goals to blank Elmira. During the Saturday late afternoon match between the Lady Colonels and the lady Greyhounds, Waldele figured she would make it three in a row, again draining the ball in the back of the goal only 15 minutes into the first half. “Her success in goal scoring can be attributed to her quick shot,” said women’s soccer head coach John Sumoski. Waldele is putting on a show during her senior year worthy of plenty of attention. In the five matches the women’s soccer team has had, she is leading the team with five goals, including two game winning goals off of 12 shots on goal. Waldele has been with the team since her freshman year, so Sumoski has had a front seat for the improvements that have led her to being a team leader in a variety of ways. “Christina was very strong as a freshman and she was always in a good position to score goals. Now she has become even better and is able to play into her feet more,” commented Sumoski. Looking at what she has accomplished so far this season, Sumoski added that, “I am just happy for her and her success in her senior year.” The Beacon/Todd Wiebel Wilkes freshman Bret Osswald in the game against Susquehanna on 9/23. Wilkes won the game in overtime, 2-1. WEEKEND RECAPS Men’s Soccer Mike Bridy scored with just 1:53 remaining in the second overtime period to propel Wilkes University to a 2-1 non conference men’s soccer win over Susquehanna University on Saturday afternoon at Ralston Field. Football Al Karaffa threw three touchdown passes to lead 16th-ranked Wilkes University to a 30-16 Middle Atlantic Conference win over FDU-Florham on Saturday afternoon. The win improves the Colonels to 4-0 overall and 3-0 in the conference. Women’s Tennis Wilkes University surrendered only 10 games en route to a 9-0 non-conference women’s tennis victory over Keystone on Friday afternoon at the Ralston Complex. The Lady Colonels kept their unbeaten mark in tact by improving to 8-0 overall. The Giants saw their record fall to 2-3. The Beacon/Todd Wiebel Wilkes senior forward Christina Waldele drives down the field during the game against Susquehanna on 9/23. 8 Number of tackles by Kyle Follweiler during the game against FDU on Saturday afternoon. Women’s Soccer The Lady Colonels soccer team outscored Susquehanna University 4-1 in a win on Saturday afternoon at Ralston Field. The Lady Colonels improve to an overall record of 5-2-1. NUMBERS OF THE WEEK 2 75 5 Goals scored by both Catherine Simone and Ashley Deemie in win over Susquehanna University. Assists handed out by Nikki Hahn at the Elizabethtown College volleyball tournament on Friday and Saturday. Number of consecutive wins by men’s soccer team. �Sports SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 20 Preview of the week: Men’s Soccer BY CARLTON HOLMES Beacon Asst. Sports Editor The men’s soccer team looks to add victories to the win column as they take on both Lycoming and Delaware Valley this week. The Colonels are on a hot streak, winning their last four games. If Lycoming and Delaware Valley don’t bring their “A” game, they too will get burned. Lycoming Rivalry games are the most exciting to watch, because both teams always approach the contest with fire in their bellies. With the Colonels and the Lycoming Warriors constantly ending the MAC Freedom Conference neck and neck in playoff contention, this game should prove to be nothing short of an exclamation point on the season to date. The Colonels took care of business in their first conference out- ing, embarrassing King’s 4-0, and will look to repeat that performance against Lycoming. “We’ve scouted Lycoming a few times to see what systems they run, and we like to see who their targets are. We look for match-ups to expose,” said assistant coach Kyle Rush. The Colonels have made great improvements from last year, providing a more balanced offensive attack that averages two goals per game. In addition to an improved offense, the Colonels have applied a shut down defensive strategy, holding their opponents to only one goal per contest. Senior Paul Gideon from Orwigsburg, PA stated, “Defense is the main reason for winning. Our defense is there, and the offense balances it off.” The Colonels’ strategy has certainly been a successful one, posting five wins of their first seven games, which includes shutting out nationally ranked Johns Hopkins University. Although the Warriors have a surprising 1-3-2 record, the match-up should be interesting as both teams move onto their second MAC Freedom conference game at home on Wednesday, September 27th. Delaware Valley No matter how poorly a team may be doing, it should never be taken for granted as an opponent, especially if the team has a history of putting up a fight. Well, that’s the kind of game the Colonels will be playing as they face the struggling Delaware Valley Aggies on Saturday, September 30. “Every year they play us well, and give us a run for our money,” said Rush. The Aggies have a horrible 0-7 record, and for the past three years they finished last in the MAC. But somehow they have a history of playing the Colonels See SOCCER page 17 Campus Calendar. All Week: *Into the Streets Week Monday (9/25) *Yo Soy Latina, Burke Auditorium at King’s College - 6:00 p.m.. Tuesday (9/26) *Red Cross Blood Drive, HSC Ballroom - 10:00 a.m. *Women’s tennis @ Scranton - 4:00 p.m. *Women’s soccer @ Lycoming - 4:00 p.m. *Women’s volleyball @ Lycoming - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday (9/27) *Women’s tennis vs. Albright - 3:30 p.m. *Men’s soccer vs. Lycoming 4:00 p.m. *Field Hockey @ King’s - 4:00 p.m. *”Resume Writing Workshop, Max Roth Center, Career Services, 12:00 * Careers in Social Sciences, Professionals Presentation Series, “A Career as a Guidance Counselor,” Career Services, Breiseth 206, 3:00 p.m. Thursday (9/28) *Women’s volleyball @ Baptist Bible - 7:00 p.m. *Theater production, DDD 8:00 p.m.. * Career Services Workshop: “Applying to Graduate School: Testing Update & Applications and Kaplan Mock GRE,LSAT, GMAT score give-backs,” Breiseth 206, 11 a.m. Friday (9/29) *Women’s tennis vs. Neumann - 3:30 p.m. *Theater production, DDD 8:00 p.m. The Beacon/Todd Wiebel Steve Uhas (12), senior forward, will look to lead Wilkes to victory against both Lycoming and Delaware Valley. Find this Picture on Campus and... WIN CASH Saturday (9/30) *Women’s volleyball @ Hunter Tournament - 9:00 a.m. *Field Hockey @ Susquehanna - 12:00 p.m. *Women’s soccer @ DeSales - 1:00 p.m. *Men’s soccer @ Delaware Valley - 2:00 p.m. *Women’s tennis @ Drew 2:00 p.m. *Theater production, DDD 8:00 p.m. Sunday (10/1) *Theater production, DDD 2:00 p.m. This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University’s campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put “Campus Picture” as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $10 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. Congratulations to Kristina Erat who correctly identified last week’s shot, which was taken in the basement of the Stark Learning Center. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 September 25th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 September 25 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/bf151463ba3094426bb904345f173b99.pdf 8de976679a615f41faddaccc7b450629 PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA The THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Volume 59 Issue 4 www.wilkesbeacon.com OCTOBER 2, 2006 NAACP head, diversity trainer speculate lawsuit connected to firing University says firing of Director of Multiculural Affairs not racially motivated BY NICK PODOLAK Beacon News Editor Ron Felton, President of the Wilkes-Barre chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), held a press conference last Friday to speculate how a controversial diversity retreat may have been used by Wilkes officials as a means of firing former Coordinator of Multicultural Affairs Andita Parker-Lloyd. Also in attendance at the press conference were Parker-Lloyd and diversity retreat leader Ronald Feldhun of New Jersey. Felton alleged that university administrators fired ParkerLloyd in retaliation for her “embarrassing” civil rights lawsuit against the Wilkes Barre Police Department. “There are too many issues surrounding this case to make us feel otherwise,” Felton said. Parker-Lloyd was arrested for disorderly conduct following a February 16, 2006 traffic stop when she failed to return to her vehicle after asking an officer for his name and badge number. As The Beacon reported at the time, Parker-Lloyd was traveling to a restaurant with students following a multicultural event on campus, and she stopped her vehicle when the one behind her, filled with students, was stopped for failing to use a turn signal. See DIVERSITY page 5 The Beacon/Nick Podolak Ron Felton of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People speaks to the press Friday at the Knights of Columbus. Andita Parker Lloyd and Ron Feldhun were also present during the hour long press conference. Grant to increase police presence in downtown Wilkes part of community policing effort BY SARAH DOMAN Beacon Asst. News Editor Anyone walking down South Main Street can see a difference since Wilkes University expanded from its traditional River Street/ South Franklin Street boundaries. Now that Wilkes students find themselves on Main Street for day-to-day business, more lighting, more people, and now more police officers add to a new revitalized downtown. The city of Wilkes-Barre has recently been awarded a $250,000 grant, administered by the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency, to hire more police officers to patrol the downtown. This is a direct response from state and federal statistics stating that crime has gone up in more areas. “A lot of money was put into 9/11. What happened was after 9/11... money that had been traditionally funding additional officers on the street...went elsewhere. This is an attempt to get some mon- ey that was lost,” said Christopher Bailey, director of campus and support services. From the grant, $100,000 will be spent on the street, including training for the officers, salary, and pension as well as programs. See GRANT page 2 In This Issue... Check out my tats! Page 12 Fall Festivals P a g e 7 Dr. LAURA SAYS... Index Page 11 News................................1-5 Opinion.............................6-8 Features.........................9-11 Arts & Entertainment....12-15 Sports...........................16-20 �NEWS OCTOBER 2, 2006 GRANT from FRONT PAGE According to Gerald Rebo, manager of public safety, “They were planning on hiring five officers in the works for the first of the year anyway. But, it all depends on the financial situation.” The additional police presence in the downtown is a natural move to protect the newly revitalized and energized area. Rebo said, “When you start putting more people into the downtown there is more risk.” Officials confirm that the city of Wilkes-Barre has a plan to put more officers on the downtown beat and also look at more modern and novel approaches to patrolling. City of Wilkes-Barre police officers will patrol on motorcycles instead of horses and are also considering bike patrol. In addition to the promise of added police officers, downtown residents and business owners can expect to see a reduction in crime also thanks to the Wilkes University population. Bailey said, “Our mere presence has more impact on what’s happening in the downtown.” The Wilkes community, especially public safety, has helped to push less desirable elements out of the downtown. “When we took over the parkade, it was in real bad shape. There were drunks, prostitutes that we kicked out. Now, the police officers come down here more and work with us.” When it comes to crime, Bailey noted that “people have a greater impact on crime rather than police. There are more good people who are down here for good reasons. Staying active and watching out for each other, that’s community policing. That’s the whole concept, when the community actively participates.” Many wonder, however, what will happen if and when the grant money runs out. The $250,000 grant will allow more policing in the downtown area. However, Bailey said, “When you rely on grants, the grant money is almost never permanent. If we do it, we’ve got to commit to keeping the officers and we’ve got to find a way to keep the officers. We’ve got to make sure that funding is available come next year.” Between the efforts of the Wilkes and King’s communities, the added law enforcement in the downtown will not go unappreciated. “When you have a mayor who reaches out and asks for help it’s amazing what Wilkes and King’s can add to Wilkes-Barre and what Wilkes-Barre can add to King’s and Wilkes, “said Rebo. The grant money will allow the downtown area to remain populated and in safe condition. Bailey said, “The money we are getting on a state and federal level is being put to good use.” And, some students feel the same way. Senor history/secondary education major Matt Navin said simply, “How can it be a bad thing?” 2 Homecoming Events Residence Life Pure Message 3 4 5 The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Bookstore employees pack up the remainder of the store before its closing on Thursday. The new bookstore is set to open in October. B E ACON Serving the community through fair and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers. Editorial Staff Editor-in-Chief: Curran Dobson Email: wilkesbeacon@gmail.com News Editor: Nick Podolak Email: beaconnewsline@gmail.com Op/Ed Editor: Kristyn Ostman Email: thebeacon.oped@gmail.com Features Editor: Nora Jurasits Email: thebeaconfeatures@gmail.com A&E Editor: Stephanie Debalko Email: thebeaconae@gmail.com Sports Editor: Ariel Cohen Email: beaconsports@gmail.com Photo Editor: Nick Zmijewski Advertising Managers: Stephanie Yachim Dana Zlotucha Email: thebeacon.ads@gmail.com Advisor: Dr. Andrea Breemer Frantz Established in 1936 PA Newspaper Association Member Printed on Mondays during the academic school year. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Five new police offers were added to the force as part of a new $250,000 grant. City officials hope the money will allow the downtown to remain populated and safe. 130 S. River St. First Floor, Conyngham Hall, Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �OCTOBER 2, 2006 NEWS Homecoming week events boast ‘Wilkes Believes’ BY NICOLE ZASTKO Beacon Correspondent Wilkes is set to welcome home its alumni and friends this weekend, and when they return, they may find a changed city and campus from what they remember. This year’s homecoming agenda offers a new theme, alternate activities during the pep rally and a different dance location. This year’s theme has been broadened from the typical school spirit idea to an overall unity message with the city of Wilkes-Barre. The concept is “Wilkes Believes” and ties into the downtown revitalization efforts. Dean of Student Affairs and Student Government (SG) Advisor, Mark Allen comments, “I think we’re capturing a better feeling of the Wilkes Barre community. With the cinema now open and traffic heading in that direction and shortly after homecoming the Barnes and Noble opening, it’s important to stay consistent with that ‘We Believe” theme in the area. Its a great message.” Voting for the 2006 Wilkes University homecoming king and queen this year will be done online. The candidates were chosen through the nomination process and have been narrowed to ten males and females. Candidates for king include: Andreas Chandra, Andrew Eckert, Dan Adams, Dave Scordino, Duran Porrino, Mike Meoni, Salman Punekar, Steve Uhas, Vincent Abbott, and Bill Steiner. Queen candidates are: Alisha Cain, Amanda Baronowski, Ashley Arcuri, Candice Davis, Christina Waldele, Courtney Amrhein, Jenna Strelecki, Kristi Barsby, Megan Fulmer, and Sarina Kapoor. Voting will be made available to all Wilkes University students October 2-4 through the Wilkes e-mail sytem. Thursday, October 5 the greenway will hold its annual Pep Rally at 7:00 p.m. Because of university officials’ concern for safety and lack of space due to construction near Evans, last year’s car flip/bashing has been replaced by a giant piñata. Allen says that the piñata was a more subdued option that has been popular in past years. SG Corresponding Secretary Jenn Cerra, says the custom-made piñata is “about four feet tall and made to look like a Lycoming Warrior.” So even though smashing a piñata 3 The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Students sell tickets for this year’s homecoming events. The annual dinner dance will take place on Friday, October 6 at Genetti’s from 6:00-11:00 p.m. resembling Summer Wheatley is a disgrace king and queen will be announced at halfin the Gem State, Wilkes will reward its pep time by President Gilmour with a procesrally goers with many prizes inside the war- sion onto the field in different cars. rior, including gift certificates, DVDs, muThe sponsorship and programming aspects sic and lots of candy. for homecoming are a team effort between Other events planned for the night on the SG and Wilkes alumni staff. SG is respongreenway involve pizza from Frank’s res- sible for current student programming and taurant, performances by the Wilkes cheer- the Alumni Office develops programming leaders and dance team, the homecoming for returning alumni, faculty and staff. court announcement [top three male and fe- Funding is dependant upon whether the male vote-getters], all fall sports teams an- events are undergraduate or alumni related, nounced and the winner of the IRCH banner but will be combined for activities that both contest. groups take part in. T h e Allen homecoms a y s I think we’re capturing a better feeling of the that aling dinner dance will Wilkes-Barre community though be held in the - Dean of Students, Mark Allen F r i d a y, p a s t October 6 the two at Genetgroups ti’s from h a d 6:00-11:00 p.m. Here, the court will be very distinct homecoming activities, in reintroduced, appetizers and dinner will be cent years they have come together in an atserved, and a live DJ will provide entertain- tempt to have a common theme overlap in ment. The DJ has a contract with all local programs. For example, those undergraduradio stations and will be playing top songs ates not attending the dinner/dance are inof today. If anyone has any special re- vited to an alumni function in the Henry quests, an e-mail can be sent to SG and the Student Center Grand Ballroom at the same DJ will be more than happy to play songs time of the dance. The alumni staff has requested. Choices for dinner are chicken extended invitations via the Programming francese, prime rib and pasta primavera. Board to see comedian Lewis Black Sunday Dessert is a chocolate parfait. night at 7:00 p.m. in the Arnaud C. Marts The football game is scheduled for Sat- Center. urday, October 7 at 1:00 p.m. The Wilkes Colonels will face off against the Lycoming Warriors at Ralston Field. Homecoming �NEWS OCTOBER 2, 2006 4 Residence Director position nixed, new HRA role assigned BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. News Editor Wilkes University’s Residence Life recently overhauled positions by eliminating the Residence Director position while promoting one student to a new assistant role. Until this semester, a graduate student has held the Residence Director position in Evans Hall, which provided a watchful eye over the north end of campus. Residence Life officials sought to make the Residence Director a full-time position; however, budget constraints did not allow such flexibility. Gretchen Yeninas, Director of Residence Life, explained, “We wanted to expand what the position offered the employee, which is why we looked to switch it from a Graduate Assistant position to a fulltime position. The full-time position would have allowed the person medical benefits. However, the full-time salary was beyond what my budget could afford.” One week before the start of school, it was already too late to hire a graduate assistant for the Residence Director position. “It was too late to start the process for a graduate assistant, so we went back to the drawing board and decided to go with a Head Resi- Yeninas explained that the new role will differ somewhat from the former Residence Director. “The roles have slightly changed. The new head resident assistant will live in Evans Hall and be in charge of programming and scheduling meetings. While the new role calls for confronting problematic situations, the student will not be able to take disciplinary action as before. I didn’t feel it was “I didn’t feel it was a good idea to have a a good idea to have a stustudent peer disciplining other students.” dent peer disciplining other -Gretchen Yeninas, Director of Residence Life students.” McClave agrees that his biggest challenge will be cal engineering major, was offerred the the transition to supervisor. “I feel the biggest challenge will be making the transition new HRA position. McClave stated why he was interested in from a peer to a supervisor. However, I look applying for the new role. “I have been a forward to sharing my experiences with resident assistant (RA) for two years now some of the other RAs who might only be and I felt this would be a great opportunity in their first year and to work with not only and challenge for me. I just felt as though I the RAs, but the students as well.” Yeninas added that while Wilkes has never was ready to take the next step as an RA.” “As an RA, I have dealt with a lot of in- had a HRA position, it is not an uncommon teresting situations and have learned a lot role. “The HRA position is one that is used from each of these experiences,” he added. at many other colleges, so while it is new to I feel that I will be able to help the other Wilkes, it is not a new position nationally in RAs handle similar situations,” said Mc- Residence Life.” Clave. dent Assistant,” said Yeninas. The Head Resident Assistant (HRA) position is now an undergraduate leadership role that will assume most of the general responsibilites of the previous Residence Director. Out of the 40 current Resident Assistants, Jonathan McClave, senior mechani- The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Jonathan McClave, senior mechanical engineering major, will assume the new Head Resident Assistant position created by Residence Life. McClave has been a Resident Assistant for two years. “What does it mean to be “Consenting Adults?” Legally speaking, for two people to have sex, you’ve both got to agree to it. That’s called consent: a voluntary, verbal, positive affirmation that you both want to have sex. Problem is, things get hazy if either you or your partner is drunk. So keep these points in mind if you’re drunk and horny, or you may find yourself sober and jailed. Consent is not just the absence of the word “no.” So ask your partner if he or she wants to have sex. No answer means “no.” Even if you hear the word, “yes,” explicit consent may not be considered legally established. If you’ve been drinking, any sexual activity will still be considered assault in some states. Remember you or your partner can change “yes” to “no” at any time. If someone is passed out, he or she can’t give his or her consent. If you have sex with this person, you will be committing sexual assault. Period. Don’t think you can claim you were drunk and didn’t know what you were doing if you commit an act of sexual assault. You will be held accountable for your conduct. 60% of college women who are infected with STDs, including genital herpes and AIDS, report that they were under the influence of alcohol at the time they had intercourse with the infected person. -Sponsored by Health Services http://www.factsontap.org/factsontap/risky/consenting_adults.htm �OCTOBER 2, 2006 DIVERSITY from FRONT PAGE According to Felton, after the incident, Vice President of Student Affairs Dr. Paul Adams visited Parker-Lloyd at her office and suggested “she write a letter of apology to the City of WilkesBarre Police Department and he stay in her office assisting her with composing it, as stated by Mrs. Parker-Lloyd.” Charges against Parker-Lloyd were subsequently dropped and no official police report currently exists. The names of the two police officers remain unknown. Felton also alleged that ParkerLloyd met with President Tim Gilmour for nearly five hours, to primarily discuss the importance of the University’s relationship with the city and future endeavors at Wilkes. Felton contends that shortly after Parker-Lloyd filed her lawsuit, she received an official letter of warning from Adams regarding poor job performance at the University. A statement released by university officials Friday noted, “The personnel action relating to Ms. Andita Parker-Lloyd had nothing whatsoever to do with the lawsuit she filed against the city.” University officials are legally and ethically prohibited, however, from discussing specifics behind any personnel matter or employment termination. The packet of materials distributed to press by Felton, ParkerLloyd and Feldhun Friday included a copy of Parker-Lloyd’s letter of termination signed by Dean of Students Mark Allen, her direct supervisor. The letter noted that Parker-Lloyd’s termination was due to her “lack of professional NEWS judgment which caused risk to our students...” In response, Felton noted, “I found it puzzling that Ms. Parker-Lloyd, who had demonstrated such concern for students during the Februaray 16 traffic stop--that resulted in her being handcuffed, placed in a police cruiser, taken to the police station, mug shot and fingerprinted--would show any less concern when it involved some of the same students,” Felton said. “I have no doubt in my mind, as a white person, that this is about Ms. Parker-Lloyd having embarrassed the University,” Feldhun said. “Racism exists, and I’m not going to stand by and let a woman be lynched 1950’s style in the South. It’s not going to happen on my watch.” Felton concluded, “It’s just sad that good people who have con- 5 tributed positively to our community are being chased out of it. The Valley With a Heart is not showing much heart here.” Wilkes’ diversity program has had its fair share of losses in the past month and a half. With the departures of former Director of Diversity Alan Zellner, University Advising Coordinator James Harrington and most recently ParkerLloyd, the University is challenged to articulate its vision for diversity and multicultural education. Gilmour acknowledged that Wilkes is in the early stages of developing a diversity task force that would offer a cross-constituency of students, staff, faculty and the larger community of WilkesBarre. “We’ve lost these people, but over the next several months people will see that we’re putting into place what is an even stronger, more integrated organization that will imbed diversity deeply into our culture,” said Gilmour. In the meantime, Alberto Prado will serve as interim Coordinator of Multicultural Affairs, directing events such as Saturday’s viewing of the movie “Frida” to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. “I think he’s doing a great job,” said Amanda Kunkle. “It’s unfortunate it is only a temporary position.” “I really think we have to see diversity as an essential element in any promising future for our institution because this world is going to become more diverse. And if we aren’t able to function effectively and have a community that appreciates diversity and actually capitalize on it, we’re not going to be in a position to thrive like we should,” Allen explained. ITS implements new e-mail, spam-blocker, and virus protector BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. News Editor Over the summer, Information Technology Services (ITS) implemented three new systems that directly impact all computer users in the Wilkes community. Users have widely hailed the new Microsoft Outlook e-mail system; however, the PureMessage junk mail detector and the Cisco Clean Access Agent have faced some problems. Microsoft Outlook replaced the previous squirrel mail, while PureMessage has taken the spot of the spam-blocking Postini. While reactions to the new email system have been upbeat, the opposite has occurred for PureMessage. Mike Salem, chief information officer of ITS, explained exactly what PureMessage is. “Sophos PureMessage is an integrated antivirus, anti-spam, email management tool. It delivers reliable and proactive protection against inbound and outbound email-borne threats through a highly flexible and easy-to-use interface.” “Wilkes chose PureMessage because it is one of the leaders in the anti-virus/anti-spam industry and is used by many world-class industries and major universities around the world,” he added. Students may be completely unaware that this program actually exists. To access PureMessage, users must go to the ITS website and under Email, click on the “log into PureMessage.” In the user name field that then appears, type in “wilkesu\firstname. Connecting to1)Uremessage .wUkes. edu lastname” along with a User, name: If'J wilkesuynike.salem password. However, PureMessage has had trouble determining what mail is important and what .__ o_ K_ _.~ [ Cancel is spam. Situations where junk mail is not being caught and imsages filtered each day we will be portant mail is being sent directly raising the settings until we find to PureMessage has caused some the optimal filtering balance. If dissatisfaction among faculty and you remember back to when Posstudents. tini was implemented there was a Salem explained why this sce- similar period of adjustment. nario is occurring. “Wilkes reTuesday, ITS will implement a ceives on average 40,000 mes- new release of PureMessege that sages per day, of which two-thirds will offer more individual conare spam. Part of the process of trol over settings. “The new verinstalling a new spam filter is that sion will allow users to identify it has to learn the spam patterns approved and/or blocked email and be tuned to catch spam while address. PureMessage has also allowing non-spam to pass. Every communicated that we can expect e-mail is assigned a numerical a 40-60% reduction in the amount value. This value is referred to as of spam that our users are receivthe message’s score or it’s SPAM ing,” said Salem. Confidence Level. Rules are set to Salem offered his opinion of the filter messages with a score that is two new email systems. “In terms above a certain threshold.” of the Microsoft email system, “We have started to adjust the I have been using it for over 15 settings so as not to filter out real years and find it to be first rate. messages,” Salem explained. This summer we had several stu“Based on a review of the mes- dents from Student Government pilot test the system. The feedback was i n g librarcy that it was far superior to the system that Wilkes had.” “PureMessage to date has not been as good as Postini but with the upgrade that ·ts prompt will be made on October 3, I expect that it will equal if not exceed that of Postini,” said Salem. Pm Not all ITS problems stem from email. The Cisco Clean Access (CCA) software that was implemented in informative mode last May has now gone into full effect, thus inhibiting some access to the internet. Phil Sampona, junior business administration major, cannot currently access his internet due to adware on his computer. “The new login program will not allow students to access the internet if they have any type of virus or adware. The login program was a good idea because it almost eliminates the school’s problems with viruses getting into our internet system,” he said. “However, if Wilkes plans on enforcing this, they need to have the proper ITS department to handle all of the computer issues that students are going to encounter. For instance, ~--------------------.r-to I have some adware on my computer that needs to be removed.” Salem defends that ITS has sent numerous notifications stating this situation would eventually occur. “There have been repeated communications that starting September 25, 2006, CCA will be placed in a full enforcement mode where non-compliance systems will be restricted from connecting to the Wilkes network until their issues are remedied. About 10% of the students living in dorms took no action and now are unable to connect to the internet.” “I have authorized the extension of the hours of the computer clinic to be 9 a.m.-4 p.m. for the next week to ten days so that students may have assistance in bringing their computers into compliance to ensure that the Wilkes community is protected,” assured Salem. Sampona feels that even more action needs to be taken. “The computer help desk clearly does not have enough time to be able to handle the demanding problems that students are having with their computers. I think that Wilkes needs to hire at least one full-time ITS person that will be available 40 hours a week. Students absolutely need to be able to access the internet. This is clearly an issue that the university needs to look into and improve upon as soon as possible.” �Opinion OCTOBER 2, 2006 6 Parking on campus needs a serious overhaul Dr. Laura needs help Viable US Senator for PA A Sight for Sore Eyes Your Voices 7 7 7 8 \. Beacon Poll University needs to privilege upperclassmen with parking Results The following are results of a BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD Amidst all the change for the better in Wilkes-Barre and on Wilkes University’s campus this school year, there is a glaring problem that university officials have yet to address adequately to date. If you drive a car to campus, you know what that problem is. Parking. It’s a stressful situation, as it is at most urban campuses across the nation. Commuters complain they arrive late to class, no matter how early they leave their homes, because they have been driving through the parking lots looking for an open spot for close to an hour. Still others who live as far away as Hazelton or Dureya complain they were simply shut out and unable to purchase parking passes. Permits for Ralston Field sold out in under an hour at the start of the semester, yet some people claim there are empty spots in Ralston every day that are not being used. And the only alternative for residents, commuters and faculty alike is to pay $240 extra dollars to have a reserve spot on campus where drivers are guaranteed to find a spot every day. But for already cash strapped students, an extra $240 seems like a pipe dream. While there are more free parking opportunities in downtown Wilkes-Barre thanks to the new movie theatre, these options require quite a bit of walking to campus. For students who have night class (or, as the seasons change, any class after 5 p.m.), using these lots means returning to cars on foot in the dark. And the shuttle does not offer rides from these locations back and forth to campus. Finally, the last option currently available to students involves The Pen is Mightier ... You have an OPINION and we want to hear it .J Ward: to exp:iess your unique vi.e-w-s to the Wilkes ,x,ninrun:ity? The. Beacon'~ Opinion secti::in is scouring can1.pus :in search of writers with fresh tlougld:s and VEWS. I:f you. liave any ideas, questi::ins or a san1.ple ,x,hnnn o:r editorial c-lltoons, p1ease contact: OPINION EDITOfi:: KRBT'VN C)STMA.N, OR AssBTANT OPIN DN EDITOR: AN l:JEE SCARA.NTINO t h e b eaaon . oped®g"ma i l . aom street parking, either at meters or along the free areas. Using a meter every day adds up. Let’s say, for instance, that a student spends five hours a day on campus, five days a week, for 15 weeks. Parking at a meter costs them $281.25, not to mention the stress of wondering if they will actually find a spot every day. Likewise, the free street spots are few and far between, and students are never guaranteed to find a spot. Clearly, the parking situation here is not working for every student, faculty member or staff member. If everyone on campus cannot be provided with adequate, safe, affordable parking, then some groups on campus should be voided this privilege. Like the majority of other city schools or large schools (Penn State or St. Joe’s, to name two), Wilkes should implement a parking plan that gives preference to upperclassmen, freshmen commuters, faculty, and staff. Parking should be seen as a privilege, one that students acquire as they move up in the ranks, not as a right that everyone can have. There simply is not the space on campus for everyone to park their cars, and so something must be done. While this plan may anger some freshmen and while the university may be wary to alienate some prospective students, it is the only solution to the current problem, particularly as the university continues to bring in larger classes. If the university is able to purchase or build more parking space, a policy prohibiting vehicles among on campus freshmen and sophomore students could be revisited. But in the meantime, Wilkes can solve this problem easily by using the common sense approach numerous other schools have. poll that The Beacon conducted online this past week. The poll was unscientific, and does not claim to reflect the overall attitudes of students on campus. Results are based on 49 responses. The Beacon asked: If Wilkes-Barre had an extra $1.3 million, how would it best be spent? • • • • • • • • • • Fix W-B Blvd, Main St. and Ross St. potholes - 23% Bulldoze nuisance properties - 21% Invest in Wilkes University law school - 14% Pay off remaining city debt - 12% Invest in riverfront development - 10% Invest in drug crime prevention - 6% Invest in community science center - 6% Clean up Sherman Hills - 4% Develop community homeless shelter - 4% Invest in community art center- 0% Next Week’s Poll Question: Who do you think will win the World Series? • • • • • • • • New York Yankees Minnesota Twins Detroit Tigers Oakland Athletics New York Mets St. Louis Cardinals San Diego Padres Los Angeles Dodgers Visit www.wilkesbeacon.com to vote. Results will be published in next week’s issue of The Beacon. �OPINION OCTOBER 2, 2006 7 Dr. Laura, you need psychiatric help.... BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Asst. Opinion Editor Friday, September 29 marked an important day in history for me. It was the first time that my ears burned after listening to CNN. I had caught a terrible virus and decided to call off work and stay in for the night. I was just falling asleep in bed when Larry King Live filtered through my pre-REM sleep haze. The guest that night was the infamous Dr. Laura Schlessinger (who has a very popular syndicated radio show), and if I may be quite honest for a moment--the woman is a kook! “Dr. Laura” calls herself a “recovered feminist,” but she really should just change her title to “pro male chauvinist,” because that’s exactly what she is. Wide awake now, I watched as she made one outlandish statement after another. Some comments went along the lines of, “If your husband comes to you naked, you should go make passionate love to him! There is no excuse! You should do whatever he asks you to do.” Another was, “A woman should never work when she has children. You must devote every second to your children.” Dr. Laura brazenly criticized women who worked. She claimed that women who were single moms were failures, and she referred to their situations as “tragedies.” She argued that women should only want to serve their husbands, and give them everything they needed. If women refused sex to their husbands, they were “bad wives.” She also made a host of other outlandish statements that I think are too inappropriate for this paper. The bottom line: Dr. Laura essentially agreed with Larry King when he told her she was telling women to be slaves. Now, I’m not a feminist by any means. I know men will get paid more than I will, and are stronger than I am. I also know as a general rule, men are more accepted in the professional world. It’s a harsh reality, but I pick and choose my battles. I don’t want to fight for all women across the board; I fight for myself. No need to go burning a bra. No sir-ee. However, the apocalypse will burn this Earth to ash before I ever am a slave to a man. If I ever marry, I absolutely refuse to be intimate with a man whenever he feels like it. I’m sorry, but when does marriage require you to be a prostitute? Dr. Laura criticizes women who do not give in to their husband’s every wish. Her excuse: “Women should want to.” Well, I’ll give you a hint, sweetie, women are not orifices designed for unlimited, unrestricted use. We are real human beings, who, if you haven’t noticed, have real thoughts, feelings and ideas. If you want to cheapen yourself, that’s your business. Stay away from the rest of us with self-respect and decency. Also, I’m glad you could stay home with your son as he was growing up. That’s really great. My mother couldn’t stay home with me or my brothers. She had to go back to college when we were younger; then she worked three jobs. I’m a very intelligent and successful person. My brother has Autism, and is doing better than ever because of her. Wow. What a failure, and such a terrible tragedy. I think all women should write a letter to Dr. Laura saying we don’t want to be slaves to men. We are not going to sit at home and bake cookies. We’re not going to spend countless hours letting men have free reign over our bodies because we are not toys, and we do not have the desire to bed toys. We are strong and intelligent, and we are free human beings. Dr. Laura Schlessinger Courtesy of 1590klfe.com Sifting through the lies to find a viable U.S. Senator for PA BY ROBERT DONAHUE Beacon Correspondent “I am Ricky Santorum and I approved this desperate message...!” That is how Senator Rick Santorum should begin his campaign ads. Currently, he is considered to be the number three Republican in Washington, D.C. News pundits as recently as last spring heralded Santorum as one of a few “elite” politicians to watch. Some even predict Santorum will run for President. Think it’s bad enough having George W. as president? Imagine President Santorum! Thankfully the Democrats have a strong candidate to challenge Santorum. Current State Treasurer Robert Casey Jr., son of one the best governors Pennsylvania ever had, is offering a serious challenge for the Senate seat. At the beginning of the campaign trail both candidates kept it clean, but we all knew it was not going to last long. Polls indicate that Casey’s lead ranges from 10-14%, so it is obvious why Ricky is desperate. The most desperate of Santorum’s Senate appeal ads is one that portrays Casey’s campaign contributors as criminals in a cigar smoke filled room. The ad depicts several men playing cards in a smoke filled jail cell, all allegedly convicted criminals and top contributors to Casey’s current race. That’s some serious stuff there. What the incumbent neglects to mention is the fact that two of these men also heavily contributed to his current race for Senate, one has been dead for two years and none contributed to the Casey Senate campaign while they were indicted or convicted. Who knows what else Santorum is hiding? Santorum has been hiding his true residential status, his meetings with convicted lobbyist Jack Abramoff and his strong ties to big businesses. Hopefully, Pennsylvanians are going to come out in large numbers and vote for the right choice…Robert Casey Jr. Santorum is dangerous if he is elected again. Don’t believe me? Just ask him why he voted at least 13 times against a federal minimum wage increases but says in his book “both parents are working, when, if they really took an honest look at the budget, they might find they don’t both need to.” Pennsylvania has tolerated Santorum for too long. We cannot risk giving him another term to continue rubber stamping everything for Bush. Santorum should do what the people of Pennsylvania hired him to do…serve our interest and check the powers of the other two branches of government. A Sight for Sore Eyes So u("e. iou ~ oi\'\~ Lew;s Blo.c.k. on k see 51..0,Jo.1? Aleksander Lapinski . "{ ou me"-n \Si-\- tl--ere oi..J. t:~(.!,\ -t-c, 0.. ""10. V' ti~ ~C(J-(, "01.,l I l'tt(J ou" pres1Je~-.+, °'"'J tl-,e.. Scc..~eJ{v./tJ\,;,vr,f'l,,.~e.~ J,AMM4 ) ~ w-e.. I~.,,(. i "' "? \ ~ HELL YEA~~ ) �OCTOBER 2, 2006 OPINION 8 YOUR VOICES Offer proper respect for those serving our country Dear Editor: Have you ever gone to a charity event and wondered who those people were who posted the colors? Or did you wonder who those people were selling t-shirts for Wilkes-Barre at the Beach Boys’ concert? Or maybe you have just seen one of them walking down the street in uniform and observed them help out a random stranger. To answer the questions, these people are no ordinary people at all. They are the cadets and cadre members of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Army ROTC. The ROTC cadet is a college student who takes an oath to serve his or her country after college. A lot of these cadets are also serving their local areas right now as well. A big service that the ROTC does to try to support the area is to post the colors at charity events. Event planners request the ROTC Color Guard because it looks professional. To bring the colors out at an event reminds the people that we are in troubled times and that there are people out there who have needs that are unaddressed. To see these cadets, some of whom could be overseas within a few years, helps to remind people how good they have it. Whenever I see the Color Guard at an event, my chest swells with pride because I know what my fellow cadets will go through and what will be asked of them in the future. It still sends shivers down my spine whenever they play the national anthem at an event and those cadets execute a sharp “Present Arms!” These cadets do a variety of activities at their colleges. Some are varsity athletes, others presidents of clubs and some are even members of the National Guard as well as being fulltime students. This is a lot of responsibility for some people, yet these young dedicated few decide to volunteer for charity events on the side, too. They are truly heroes and will always hold a special place in my heart. It takes a special kind of person to be an Army cadet because of the responsibility asked of them. Not only are they going to be leaders in the Army, but they will be leaders in a time of war. If you do not see them as true Americans and patriots, then I dare you to show me some. These cadets as well as the soldiers in our Army today are some of the finest Americans that our great nation has to offer and I pray that you keep them in your prayers and thoughts, and if you ever you see one out in the street, do not be afraid to talk to them and ask them for help. These Americans are proud to serve. Jim Morrison Senior History Major Words are more powerful than people think, especially concerning diversity Dear Editor, When I was first approached about speaking to The Beacon about current diversity issues, I was very skeptical because I did not want to give the wrong impression about certain things. But I now see by keeping silent, I made a mistake. I would now like to take the opportunity to correct some misconceptions. I will not get into detail about the retreat, but I did want to comment on something that was stated in the previous letter to the editor. It was stated, “If you cannot get knocked down and stand back up on your own two feet, then you are not fit to be a leader.” Well, I would like to know who said that there were students who were unable to get knocked down and rise again. We all did. Each of us was hit with an individual situation where we all fell; each of us then rose up and now we stand together, stronger than before. I realize that The Beacon and local newspapers were gathering information from certain participants of that retreat but please keep in mind; all that information was gathered when we were still sorting out our feelings. We are all now in a better place and still are fighting as a united group for multiculturalism. Secondly, the question was asked, how can someone criticize something they had not seen. My question is, how can you question someone’s motives if you do not know where they are coming from? For anyone who thought that Assistant Professor Gina Morrison was blindly attacking the NWC performance, held in the beginning of the year, I feel you should know why she addressed the language used in that performance. As a former Multicultural Coordinator, Gina Morrison is well informed on various ethnicities and cultures. Furthermore, last week she defended her doctorate which was based on cultural differences on certain types of campuses. Evidently, she also has the “right background”. She was questioning the word choice because after the performance there was not much time left for a question and answer period to discuss any concerns about what students had just witnessed. She is not suffering from a “White Scare”; she is merely concerned about the idea that students will feel that this language is appropriate when in fact it is not. No matter the context it is used in, it is still inappropriate. I understand that music lyrics contain these types of words, but that does not mean some people are not offended. To think that these words only have the power people give them is true, so understand that to someone who might think n*gger is okay, to others it is degrading. If no one speaks out against the way these words makes them feel, then people will continue to address people in this manner. Words are very important, if they weren’t no one would care when someone says, “I love you” or “I’m sorry” or “You’re a *itch.” All these phrases mean different things to different people. Therefore, do not point fingers at someone who simply has the students’ best interest at heart, instead be grateful that someone is looking out for all the students as a collective and not just one specific group. She wants us all to have respect. I do too. I would like to end this with a quote by Rudyard Kipling; “Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind.” Think about it. Valerie J. Martinez Sophomore Communications/Political Science Major �FEATURES OCTOBER 2, 2006 9 University Towers Fall Festivals Feng Shui 10 11 11 Creative writing master’s program receives state accreditation Program attracts students from across country and campus BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Features Editor He said the program still teaches the craft of writing, as many other programs nationwide do, but it also teaches lessons to be applied to practical real life, such as the process of pitching ideas and sending out query letters, as well as the task of balancing a full-time job with finding the time to commit to writing and progressing as a writer. One full-time employee currently trying to balance course work and a job is Wilkes director of marketing, Jack Chielli. He said the program appealed to him from the first time he learned of it, courtesy of an information table set up in Kirby Hall, adding, “It just looked like a place where people would learn to write.” Chielli has a history in the field of communications, with about six years spent in journalism, and more than fifteen in varying positions of public relations. His interests in writing outside of public relations now lie in poetry and non-fiction. Chielli explained that even though public relations writing is very different from non-fiction writing which is also very different from poetry, the switch between styles is often made without even noticing. “If what you do on a daily basis has to do with writing, this helps,” he said. The master’s degree will also help Chielli get a job teaching, which is a possible plan of his upon retirement. Switching titles from participant in the program to director of marketing, Chielli explained that the accreditation lends credibility to the program for those who have never heard of it. The accreditation was made official when the program graduated its first class in June, after a period of time spent on probationary accreditation. Warner explained another unique aspect of the program was the use of online facilities including WebCT to unite mentors and mentees, and also to provide a forum for current students to interact via course specific message boards and e-mails. The mentor and mentee relationships fostered by the program would be very difficult to sustain without the use of the online component, Warner said, stress- ing their importance and effect on his writing. “It speaks a lot when mentors are concerned with getting the best out of our work.” The next step for the creative writing program is to attain accreditation to offer a master’s of fine arts in the field. The process, which is currently underway, includes a feasibility plan of sorts, to feel out costs, identify potential competition, and make sure the program would apply to standards of the institution, as well as the Board of Education, making this process very similar to that which one would go through when proposing a new business. Both Warner and Chielli had advice to offer to aspiring writers who may or may not enter the creative writing program. Chielli suggested a couple main points to adhere to on the road to success. “To be a good writer, you have to write every day. Second, you need good mentors to read your stuff. In the marketing department, we share stuff all the time and edit each other.” Chielli’s final piece of advice was something Warner also felt was crucial to creating successful manuscripts. “The best pieces come from the very literate,” Warner said. “It’s important to read; to know roots and know influences.” He also pointed out the importance of not being easily discouraged by rejection. “We’re writing personal things, but rejection can’t be taken personally. It’s not a reflection on quality. It also depends on the hundreds of different tastes of editors and space issues in magazines.” Courtesy James Warner Anyone who has visited the Wilkes web site in the past few weeks has seen the news that the university’s creative writing program here on campus recently received state accreditation. The first response may be to question what exactly state accreditation is, followed closely by, ‘We have a creative writing program at Wilkes?’ The master’s degree in creative writing--that recently received state recognition and boasts authors and graduates who have received awards and additional accolades--is not yet well-known among those who share a campus with it. James Warner was one of the first to graduate from the program last June, and after serving as a graduate assistant, now serves as program assistant to Dr. Bonnie Culver, director of the program. Warner has completed a book of poetry titled, Paper Hearts Made Easy, and some of his poems have been published in anthologies. His book cover contained a quote from Phil Brady of Etruscan Press, the publishing house linked to the creative writing program. Warner explained that being associated with a publishing press is important to having a well-received program. Warner explained that the accreditation process started about two years ago with focus groups to determine what courses should be a part of the curriculum. “We talked about what as writers we wished we knew before,” Warner said. “The creative writing program focuses on teaching craft, Upon the graduation of the first creative writing graduating class, pictured above, the master’s program rebut also on the writing life ceived state accreditation. itself.” �FEATURES 10 OCTOBER 2, 2006 Non-student University Towers residents face changes in population Some elderly opting to leave downtown complex BY RYAN BROGHAMER Beacon Correspondent Jeanne Mulcahy spent last Thursday afternoon helping her aunt pack belongings into boxes and preparing to move out of her home. While not an uncommon occurrence in the city, Mulcahy’s aunt is Alice Collins, an elderly resident of nearly 20 years at 10 East South Street, now known as University Towers. Collins and Mulcahy face an issue that other residents of the University Towers complex soon will. Current leases in the building are being upheld, but many older residents are already on their way out. “We’re just sorry that my aunt has to move. She’s lived here for 19 years, and it’s been her home. It’s hard to leave your home,” said Mulcahy, “[But] she doesn’t want to live in a dormitory anymore.” Ann, who declined to give her last name citing personal security reasons, has lived in the building for eight years and is worried about her future living arrangements. “We thought that this was the last move we’d ever make. Everybody thought that they were settled for the rest of their life here - my goodness, some people have been here since the building went up.” At least one woman feels that the transition is a bit of a culture shock for some residents. Ninety-one-year-old Marguerite Bohn has lived in the Towers building for 12 years, and thinks that many residents can’t handle the influx of younger neighbors. “Maybe there is a little hostility toward the college [about the pur- chase], but not at great manner. It’s the fact that many residents are coping with kids now, and some people never had a child, never had one in college, so some of the residents don’t understand it and they’re moving out,” said Bohn, who was quick to add that she’s rarely had an issue with Wilkes students. “I raised four children and my four children went to colleges and I know that it’s away from home and mom and dad and stuff, but every young man or young woman that I have met here has shown me deference and good manners,” she said. A request for comment left at the University Towers leasing office was not immediately returned; however, Vice President of Student Affairs Dr. Paul Adams said that once the purchase becomes official, the university will be in no rush to show current residents the door. “We don’t have the need to fill that building to capacity with students right away, so we’re perfectly happy allowing those people who are already living at the towers to stay there as long as they feel it’s a mutually satisfactory arrangement. If they’re happy staying there, we have no reason to ask them to leave. If they’re happy living with an increasingly ‘college-age’ population - because it will become that each and every year - then so be it,” he said. The university is also looking into assisting current residents find new housing. “On August 15, [Vice President for Finance and Support Operations] Scott Byers and I met with the tenants that were living there to try and allay some of their concerns and answer their questions,” said Adams. “One of the things we talked about was putting together some sort of housing fair on the premises that would bring in different apartment complexes or assisted-living centers to come in and begin to share with the residents the other opportunities that are out there.” Adams acknowledged that while the diverse age range might cause concern for some residents, there have been very few problems. “This is the fourth year we’ve been over there and each year we’ve gone with a little higher capacity and - knock on wood - it’s been pretty good. When you think about the generational divide, it’s been pretty good.” !CADEMIC EXCELLENCE THROUGH MENTORING� 3HE�IS�KIND��CARING��AND�WAS�ALWAYS�AVAILABLE�OUTSIDE�OF�CLASS�TO�TALK�� 3HE�WAS�GENUINELY�CONCERNED�WITH�EACH�STUDENT�AS�A�PERSON�AND�TOOK�TIME�TO�GET� TO�KNOW�EACH�ONE��3HE�S�THE�TYPE�OF�PERSON�WHO�YOU�WOULDN�T�HESITATE�TO�ASK�IF�YOU� HAD�A�CONCERN�OR�QUESTION� " 6Y^T�i_eb�]U^d_b� %XPERIENCE�7ILKES�5NIVERSITY�S�INTIMATE�LEARNING�ENVIRONMENT� SUPPORTED�BY�FACULTY�MENTORS��AND�LEARN�MORE�ABOUT�OUR����MAJORS�INCLUDING�� "IOLOGY��"USINESS��)NTEGRATIVE�-EDIA��.URSING��4EACHER�%DUCATION��AND�0HARMACY� �+ELLY�����AND�!SSOCIATE�0ROFESSOR�OF�.URSING��2ITA�)VES� ggg�gY\[Uc�UTe�l�!�( �G9<;5C�E �OCTOBER 2, 2006 FEATURES 11 Fall festival season kicks off with two big events BY JACLYN FRANCESE Beacon Correspondent Now that the smell of fall is in the air and the leaves are changing colors, local fall festivals are beginning. For some, it is a tradition to attend fall festivals for a day of family fun and entertainment. Hay rides, apple picking and pumpkins galore are just a few things that come to mind when thinking about fall festivals. Wilkes-Barre and the surrounding area have festivals throughout the season and two events seem to symbolize the official “kick-off”. Last Saturday, The Lands at Hillside Farms in the Back Mountain sponsored its fall festival that has quickly gained in popularity. It featured an art festival, harvest displays, a delicious chili cook off and many vendors offering unique craft items. In addition, children had a chance to get up close and personal with the farm’s animals, and the stars of the show were Hillside’s famous cows who are responsible for the delicious ice cream so many in NEPA have come to love. Horses, donkeys and sheep were also on hand to meet and greet the guests. Hay rides were available to all and children had the chance to ride ponies. “This year felt like a stronger turnout than Wilkes already has for homecoming weekthe grand opening. We have not yet calcu- end. Oktoberfest will also include many aclated the numbers so it is hard to tell [about the total attendance],” said Steve Franco, tivities, such as a keg rolling contest from 12-5 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is free project manager of Hillside Farms. Another great opportunity to attend a and the cost of beer is $2.00 for a 12oz. weekend festival will be at the 2nd annual cup and $6.00 for a 22oz. mug. Refills on Lion Brewery Oktoberfest. The tented event will be held this weekend on the brewery ground, and will include food, fun, music and, of course, beer. The brewery is located at 700 N. Pennsylvania Avenue in WilkesBarre. Last year Oktoberfest was only two days, but the turnout was so great that organizers opted to extend the event to three days this year. Therese Maxfield, sales/marketing director at Lion Brewery explained, “This year we have expanded a lot. We will have local bands, more vendors with food and crafts, and longer hours for brewery tours and beer tasting.” Since Oktoberfest is scheduled during the Wilkes homecoming weekend, Lion Brewery will also cater to the university. From 4:30-6:00 p.m. students will receive a VIP bracelet The Lion Brewery, on 700 N. Pennsylvania and have access to the VIP tent. This Homecoming weekend. is a great addition to the many events the mug are $4.00. Soda will also be available for those who are underage. Great events are happening right now in your neighborhood. Get out and enjoy what Wilkes-Barre and the surrounding areas have to offer during this great season that we call fall. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Avenue, will host Oktoberfest during Feng Shui offers students decorating options with spiritual benefits BY TABITHA HAPEMAN Beacon Asst. Features Editor Everything on and in the Earth has an energy. All objects and people are interconnected and forever changing. The energies these objects and people emit need to be in harmony with one another in order for people to live happy and healthy lives. At least, that’s what Feng Shui practitioners believe. The exact definition, according to Wikipedia.com, is “wind and water.” Feng Shui underwent many different incarnations and meanings, but all were based on the basic principles of harmony with the environment and others. In order to achieve this harmony, architecture and object placement inside the home are altered. The architecture and decoration depends on the location of the home and the birth dates of those within it. So, why should college students care? Well, some of the practices of Feng Shui are just good sense. According to online sources about Feng Shui such as Circleof-Light.com, the principles are based on Earth and individual energy, or chi, which may seem a little far fetched for most people of western origins. Some practices that use the philosophy of chi, however, are used by people everyday whether they realize it is part of Feng Shui or not. Sophomore criminology and psychology major Alexandria Holland stated “I find that in most cases Feng Shui is actually pretty useful.” Holland has been implementing Feng Shui cures at home and while at college for a few years. Not only those who follow eastern philosophy use Feng Shui to make sure their chi is flowing properly. Donald Trump hired a Feng Shui practitioner to help his architects and decorators design the Trump International Hotel in New York City. Oprah Winfrey also uses the practice to decorate her home and take care of her chi. Feng Shui cures are the actual ways to implement the practice. Holland stated “My friend...wasn’t sleeping well...and he found it was because there was too much metal.” Facing the head of a bed towards the bedroom door, or moving a tall piece of furniture out of direct view are basic decoration practices. According to the birth date and time of an individual, 4 points will be good luck and 4 will be bad luck. To calculate this, the birth time, or the closest approximation, of the individual is needed. These practices may be a little in depth for the beginner or for those who just want some decorating tips and not a philosophy to live by. College students are stressed. This is a fact. There are demands that come with being a college student that can make even the most level headed person a little crazy. The practices of Feng Shui may be able to help with stress levels. Holland expressed, “It makes sense when you think about it...It’s based on common sense. Start very basic in your bedroom. Where the head of the bed is placed, where mirrors are, what color the room is.” Environment has a major effect on mood, and changing just a few small things in the environment can greatly improve the mood of those who live there. Feng Shui cures are practices that everyday people can put into use without studying their birth times or getting too in depth to the practice. Holland stated, “Be aware of clutter. Clutter traps your chi. It’s hard to concentrate when your room is really messy.” Making sure the chi can flow freely in a room and through a person certainly can’t hurt a student’s mood. People should try to live in harmony with those around them and with the environment, even if that means moving the computer or putting the fish on the opposite side of the room. It certainly can’t hurt to try. �A&E OCTOBER 2, 2006 12 SNL Cuts Cast Members 13 DVD Review: Grey’s Anatomy 13 CD Review: The Rapture 14 Trendspotter: Menswear 15 Body art can be statement of individuality with lasting effects BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO & MARISSA PHILLIPS Beacon A&E Editor & Beacon Asst. A&E Editor To ink or not to ink? That is surely the question that runs through plenty of college students’ minds. Moving away from home for the first time, gaining responsibility and becoming more independent all lead to greater potential for experimentation, and what better way to rebel against the rules and confines of living with the parents than having a permanent reminder stamped on their “baby’s” otherwise virgin skin? The whole idea of rebellion seems to be one many individuals participate in. Junior English major Kate Baas got a tattoo at age 17 with her best friend. She had it done in order to rebel against her parents and regretted it immediately because “it wasn’t something I put a lot of thought into.” “I regret my decision to get a tattoo, but I’ve accepted the fact that it’s not something that defines who I am as a person,” Baas said. “I just got anything. I knew that I wanted a tattoo, but I must admit that I probably should have waited until I found one with some significance.” She had plans to get a tattoo for about two weeks but decided on exactly what she was going to get just an hour beforehand. But individuals get tattoos for many different reasons. Selfexpression and sentimentality are two of the major reasons why many choose to permanently mark their bodies. For these people, the act of getting a tattoo seems to be more for themselves than for others. Kelly Cole, senior English major has three tattoos, a butterfly, a crescent moon with a star and a lily, all of which she loves. Cole got inked for the first time her freshman year of college and she has not regretted it since. Her second tattoo is in a discreet location. “[The crescent moon with the star in the middle] is on my hip, which no one sees but I don’t get them for any one else… I love it still,” Cole said. Cole had a lily tattooed on her foot just weeks ago. This tattoo was perhaps the most sentimental for her and demonstrates that, for many, getting a tattoo is more about preserving memories. “[The lily] has special meaning and reasoning behind it... I got that one because of my great grandmother. Her name was Lily, and we named my baby cousin Lily and my confirmation name is Lily, so it just fit,” Cole said. A tattoo is commitment because removing it afterward is a The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Students often get tattoos as a means of self-expression or to preserve memories. For those interested in getting a tattoo, it is necessary to not only choose a tattoo parlor based on a reputation for cleanliness and sterilization but to also be sure of this decision before permanently marking the body complex process. Many take a great deal of time contemplating the decision so they won’t end up like Baas and others who have regretted the decision. Alisha Turull, a Junior communications major at King’s College, was planning to get a tattoo but then changed her mind about the entire thing. “It changed for the fact that I didn’t have something that had enough sentimental value to put it permanently on my body. Until I have something with enough meaning, I’m not getting one,” Turull said. Jarid Schlichter, a tattoo artist at the popular Marc’s Tattooing in Wilkes-Barre Township, stressed that it is important for an individual to think a design through before getting something done. “Hopefully, [the person getting the tattoo] is trying to get something for themselves rather than follow a fad… you want to get it because you want to get it, not because you think it’s a cool thing to do,” Schlichter said. When asked about the most common designs requested, Schlichter said that skulls, flowers, butterflies, fairies and traditional Japanese style tattoos are extremely popular. He added that the most common place for a tattoo is probably the bicep or lower back. As far as pain is concerned, Schlichter noted that everyone has different skin types, and what may be painful or difficult to do on one person may not be the same way on another person. Schlichter also gave some pointers for those considering getting inked. He said that choosing a shop and an artist is probably one of the most important things to consider for health and safety reasons. While she didn’t put much thought into the design, Baas also kept this factor in mind and was careful about choosing the right establishment to have it done at. “I researched places in the area and visited all of them before deciding,” she said. The most important things she looked for were cleanliness and the skill of the artist. Schlichter reiterated this idea and added that word of mouth can be a good way to find out about reputable places. He also stressed that someone interested in getting a tattoo should check out the potential artist’s portfolio before making a final decision. This Week in History BY MICHAEL GIONFRIDDO Beacon Correspondent October 2 1967: Thurgood Marshall is sworn in by Chief Justice Earl Warren, becoming the first black justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. October 3 1995: O.J. Simpson is acquitted of the brutal 1994 double murder of his estranged wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman. October 4 1957: The Soviet Union inaugurates the “Space Age” with its launch of Sputnik, the world’s first artificial satellite. October 5 1989: The Dalai Lama, the exiled religious and political leader of Tibet, is awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of his nonviolent campaign to end the Chinese domination of Tibet. October 6 1973: Hoping to win back territory lost to Israel during the third Arab-Israeli war, Egyptian and Syrian forces launch a coordinated attack against Israel on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. October 7 1949: The Democratic Republic of Germany (East Germany) is proclaimed within the Soviet occupation zone. October 8 1967: A Bolivian guerrilla force led by Marxist revolutionary Che Guevara is defeated in a skirmish with a special detachment of the Bolivian army. Guevara was wounded, captured, and executed the next day. Note: All information provided by the History Channel and can be found at http://www. Photo courtesy of noflysonus.com history.com/tdih.do �OCTOBER 2, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 Saturday Night Live cuts cast members BY MICHELE FLANNERY Beacon Correspondent “You’re fired!” The phrase usually heard on NBC’s The Apprentice is now the mantra behind the scenes at another of the station’s infamous television programs, Saturday Night Live (SNL). According to a September 19 report on Variety.com, SNL had long ago confirmed the departures of Tina Fey and Rachel Dratch. However, several other players from the long-running late night television favorite have been fired thanks to budget cuts. The Variety article confirmed that Chris Parnell and Horatio Sanz, who were both with the show for eight seasons, have also been let go, as well as Finesse Mitchell, who had a three year stint with the program. “It’s always hard when you’re giving up good people.” Lorne Michaels, the boss of SNL and guiding personality for 30 years, said in an article in the August 22 New York Post. According to the Post, Michaels will not be hiring any new cast members this season. Rather, he hired an unusually large cast last season so when the budget cuts came he’d still have an experienced cast ready to go. Although many speculate that the program has been dwindling in ratings recently, especially among younger generations, the budget cuts may still come as a surprise. These slashes occurred just before the show’s 32nd season, and the program is essentially a staple in NBC’s line-up. For some time, there was a great deal of confusion and even secrecy about who was being let go from the program. This led many to be uncertain about how it would actually affect the show. Michael Fasulka, freshman biology major replied, “It depends on who they fired.” Others agreed with Fasulka’s view. “I think it depends on the actors they fired, what skills they had, and the types of skits they performed, whether or not it will affect the show,” Jaclyn Amey, sophomore pre-pharmacy major, said. Some Wilkes students saw the cuts as a dramatic loss to the atmosphere of the show, regardless of what names would be slashed form the marquis. “I think it will affect the show dramatically,” said Gregory Fletcher, theater professor. “There will be four less voices that inspire the show.” Fletcher has a friend that is one of the many writers that work on the script for Saturday Night Live. He says that the writers work closely with the actors when developing new jokes for the show. Therefore, Fletcher believes that “the voices will be missed.” On a lighter note, some cast members returning this season include Amy Poehler, SNL veteran Darrell Hammond and SNL “newbie” Andy Samburg. Also, with Tina Fey’s exit from the show, Seth Myers is expected to become sole head writer for Saturday Night Live. But Tina Fey isn’t gone from television forever. The famed comedienne is coming out with one of two new shows this season that uses SNL as a back drop. Her show, “30 Rock,” is also featuring another former Saturday Night Live cast member, Rachel Dratch. Dratch is concentrating her efforts full-time to the new show. The second show is Aaron Sorkin’s Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip. These shows are expected to bring more attention to Saturday Night Live than in previous years. DVD Review: Grey’s Anatomy Second Season Uncut remain unseen. It should be noted, though, that the special features for Grey’s are actually quite redeemable. In addition to a plethora of unaired scenes, Anyone who is particularly close with the collection also offers an inside look at me knows I could wax poetic on Grey’s “creating pink mist,” which describes how Anatomy for hours, possibly even days. the crew created the explosion that took It should come as no surprise, then, that place in Seattle Grace Hospital late in the reviewing the Uncut DVD release of the season. There are also clips from Jimmy second season wasn’t exactly the most Kimmel Live, on which some of the actors daunting task I’ve ever accomplished. appeared after the season finale last May. While a television show may be enjoyA feature entitled “The doctors are in” able on a weekly basis, actually investshows some of the main characters answering in the complete series on DVD may ing questions from fans about their own not always be a worthwhile venture (Lacharacters and the show itself. “The softer guna Beach, anyone?). However, fans side of Dr. Bailey” offers an in-depth inwho are really invested in the program terview with Chandra Wilson (Dr. Bailey). can understand the necessity that such a A set tour is given by James Pickens, Jr. collection can become. What are snow (Chief Webber), and tons of useless trivia days for, after all, if not for watching is offered to the curious viewer. For examhours upon hours of mindless entertainple, did you know that the MRI machine ment? used in the show is real, and not a prop? It should be said that, at $49.99, the 6Or that one of the stages they film Grey’s disc collection of Grey’s Anatomy: The on was originally used to film American Complete Second Season Uncut is a bit The Beacon/Nick Zmiejewski Bandstand? You will never need to know of an investment, at least for anyone else Grey’s Anatomy: The Complete Second Season Uncut is likely to be a worthwhile purany of the information they give ever again, whose wallet is as terrifyingly empty as chase for any avid Grey’s fan. The 6-disc collection comes with a bonus DVD of footbut it’s still fun to learn. mine. However, with 27 episodes and One other thing to keep in mind is that, enough bonus material to satisfy a Grey’s age. since I purchased the DVDs at Target, I addiction until the next new episode of very infl uential characters as well as some himself, and Doc, the dog who helped received a bonus disc that included a “bethe third season on ABC, it is well worth memorable incidents. Who can forget the make the relationship between Derek, Adhind-the-scenes Q&A with the cast and it. man who swallowed 10 doll heads? Or the dison and Meredith even more awkward. crew” and even more deleted scenes. Without giving a complete recap of the explosion? And of course, this season is George also earns the respect of his coOverall, Grey’s Anatomy: The Complete season (because, if you’re thinking of when we fi rst met Mark, the man partially workers in episode 5 when he has to crack Second Season Uncut is worth the price spending this much money on the set, you responsible for Derek (a.k.a. McDreamy) a patient’s chest in an elevator. tag, but probably only for die-hard Grey’s obviously have probably already seen most ending up in Seattle. We are also introOne of the main selling points of the colfans. if not all of the episodes it encompasses), let me just highlight some of my favorite duced to Denny Duquette, the heart patient lection is the bonus footage. We all know Grade: A+ aspects. Season 2 introduces us to some who is arguably dreamier than McDreamy that the extra features on DVDs very often BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 OCTOBER 2, 2006 CD Review: The Rapture’s Pieces of the People We Love BY KYLE CORTRIGHT Beacon Correspondent To sum up The Rapture, three facts are all that is necessary. First, there is a presence of spastic distortion-laden guitar playing. Second a Funktastic (yes I made that word up) bass riff, and finally, the presence of a cowbell (with a sax at times.) Yes that is, my friends, The Rapture. The Rapture is an acid punk/dance quartet from NYC and not anywhere near ordinary, proven once again with new release Pieces of the People We Love. Formed in 1999, The Rapture played various clubs before releasing CDs that earned the band some notice in the acid punk world. Pieces of the People We Love combines shrill vocals with amazing bass, percussion and guitar. Those familiar with The Rapture’s last album Echoes, will not be disappointed if they are looking for more of the same. Guitarist/lead vocalist Luke Jenner is an oddity in his own way. His guitar playing is loose and unorthodox, with raspy, whiny vocals unlike other frontmen. Percussion is handled by two members of the band, Vito Roccoforte, who is the drummer, and Gabriel Andruzzi, who bangs the hell out of a cowbell when not playing the saxophone. Their bassist, Matt Safer, pulls the songs together with smooth-flowing bass riffs. Some of his riffs are not MIDNIGHT MADNESS A large cheese pizza + an 8pc Breadsticks , CinnaStix or Cheesybread $9.99 +TAX VALID 12AM-CLOSE Expires 5/31/076 IMM I complicated by any means, but still incredibly catchy and given the spotlight at times to build up parts of the songs. Pieces of the People We Love begins with the track “Don Gon Do It,” where the band members sing over and over again “High, high as the sky. Low, low as it goes.” To many, the lack of talent for lyrics is The Rapture’s greatest flaw, but Courtesy of www.smellslikemusic.com a steady bass and amazing percussion support from cymif the purpose of listening to The Rapture is to dance, why bals and cowbell. Even lyrically, The Rapture shows some would listeners be trying to absorb meaning behind their chops here, and it is equally a track that is easy to dance words? Last time I checked, “The Electric Slide” wasn’t to. being lyrically dissected by patrons of dance parties across This album is one listeners will either love or want to America. To me, The Rapture was called into action to never experience again. It’s funky, it’s unorthodox and make danceable tracks for everyone to enjoy, not comjust bizarre, but it gets the job done. If you want to dance, ment on the social situation of the world. They know their I implore you to give it a listen; you won’t leave unsatisplace in music, and don’t attempt more than that. fied. Even The Rapture wants to change the way people The album offers its fair share of amazing tracks, each of dance to music as they state in “Whoo! Alright-Yeah… which lure the listener into the catchy riffs. The best tracks Uh Huh,” “People don’t dance anymore, they just stand include: “Pieces of the People We Love,” “Get Myself Into here like this: They cross their arms and stare you down It,” and my personal favorite “Whoo! Alright-Yeah…Uh and drink and moan and diss.” Hopefully, this album can Huh.” The guitar in this tune is erratic and kicks in with change that problem. Wilkes-Barre ROWNIE Buy a large pizza at regular price and get a 1 Ope order of our new warm brownies FREE Expires 10/8/06 ITV I 570-829-2900 154 s. Pennsylvania Ave Sun-Thur 11 am-2am Fri & Sat 11 am-4am �15 OCTOBER 2, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Trendspotter: Menswear for women BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor Man! I feel like a woman. That Shania Twain song isn’t exactly going through the heads of most young women as they attempt to don the latest menswear inspired pieces to hit stores this fall. Menswear is no new idea in the fashion world (Diane Keaton popularized the look in Annie Hall, 1977), but the newest pieces available play on a different volume that has been omnipresent since the fall fashion shows last spring and can be a daunting look to pull off. This year’s version of “Menswear for women” offers a loose configuration of trousers, vests, tops, sweaters, jackets and even shoes and accessories whose design is inspired by a more masculine cut, fabric and overall feel. On the runway, these looks can be hot, but they don’t always translate well to day-to-day life. Factor in the new boxy and What’s Happening wide volumes that showed up in many pieces on practically every runway and there is plenty of potential for being labeled a “fashion victim.” One classic piece that falls into not only the menswear category but also displays this new volume is the wide-leg trouser. Available in every texture and print, from herringbone to pinstripe, this pant can have a streamlined effect when paired with the right top. When it comes to fashion, we hear the word “balance” constantly, but it couldn’t be more necessary than when wearing a very heavy, wide piece like these trousers. The silhouette on top should be feminine enough to still show curves and should probably be much more fitted, like a ladylike cardigan or fitted button-down blouse with elegant detailing. A piece that perfectly balances the masculinity of the pants is a super-feminine tie-neck blouse. Think sexy secretary circa 1972. If you’re daring and confident, you may be able to pull off a wide, boxy jacket on top, as some of the models in the fall shows did, but do so at your own risk. Another piece that has become somewhat of a fashion staple this season is the grandpa cardigan. As the Monday, October 2 -”The Taming of the Shrew” at King’s College at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 3 -”The Taming of the Shrew” at King’s College at 7:30 p.m. -The Let Go performing at Slainte Wednesday, October 4 - Alesana, Crash Romeo, Across Five Aprils, and The Finalists performing at Back stage at 6 p.m. Thursday, October 5 -Under-21 night at Nightcaps, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Friday, October 6 - “Mischief at the Mansion” at Arts Youniverse (all day) - Murder, Mayhem and History: a Chilling Tour of Downtown at the Wilkes Barre Historical Society Museum at 7 p.m. -Sw!ms, A-Sides, Doses and the Mishaps performing at Cafe Metropolis at 8 p.m. Saturday, October 7 - 21 Rounds, Maddog Surrender, Arsenal Mayhem, and Ambergris performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. - Murder, Mayhem and History: a Chilling Tour of Downtown at the Wilkes Barre Historical Society Museum at 7 p.m. - Englebert Humperdinck at the FM Kirby Center at 7:30 p.m. - September Sky, Title Fight, Coals to Newcastle, and The Latest in a Series of Mis takes performing at Cafe Metropolis at at 8 p.m. - Nate Hosie and Maybe Someday performing at Slainte at 11 p.m. Sunday, October 8 - A Change of Pace, The Finals, The Morning Of, and Belvedere performing at Back stage at 6 p.m. - Lewis Black performing at the Martz Gym at 7 pm name implies, this sweater is oversized and is truly a menswear inspired piece. Perfect for those days when you grudgingly roll out of bed and barely have enough time to grab a coffee let alone put together an outfit, the long, cozy cardigan looks sleek and put together when cinched at the waist with either a delicate or chunky belt. If you’re not already completely sick of them, leggings or skinny jeans are great complements to the bulkiness of the sweater. For those of us who do not wish to bring the 80’s back, menswear inspired trousers can also work with this type of cardigan, but only if the accessories lend a feminine quality to the outfit. Platform shoes have made their rounds again in the trends cycle and are a great complement to any menswear piece. They automatically add femininity and style to an ensemble and allow the wearer to participate in a trend without taking too much of a risk. If you manage to balance out the masculine pieces with feminine classics, you won’t be able to get that Shania song out of your head for the rest of the day. Admit it, you kind of like it anyway. Photos courtesy www2. monsoon.co.uk Banned Books Week Jo,n U5 .for 11. JOOd N~d (._ I).( .I. ~ ,. ( 7 The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Banned Books Week was held last week. Sponsored by the English Honor Society, Sigma Tau Delta, events included a reading in the Henry Student Center of books that have been banned throughout history. Senior English and education major Amanda McMahon is pictured reading in front of the Rifkin Cafe. �16 SPORTS OCTOBER 2, 2006 COMMENTARY NHL Preview: A look at the upcoming season Could this be the year for the Sabres? starter Manny Legace jumped ship to St. Louis, Detroit will have to do some experimenting in goal to get it right. The darkLace up the skates and fire up the zamhorse pick out of the Western Conference bonies. The 2006-07 regular season is right would have to be the Calgary Flames. They around the corner. always seem to just quietly go about their The last time we left the NHL, the Carobusiness and every year, they find themlina Hurricanes were celebrating their Stanselves in the playoffs thanks to their deley Cup victory in seven games over the fense-first approach. Edmonton Oilers. Last season supplied one of the best rookLast season marked one of significant ie classes the NHL has ever seen and they change in the National Hockey League. are all looking forward to performing even Coming off an extended d better in their lockout that nixed the sophomore entire 2004-05 season, campaigns. hockey fought its way Led by Rookback into the limelightt ie-of-the-Year Eastern Conference with rules changes thatt Atlantic Division Alexander Northeast Division Southeast Division increased scoring and d New York Rangers Ovechkin of Ottawa Senators Carolina Hurricanes overall speed of the game. Philadelphia Flyers the WashingBuffalo Sabres Tampa Bay Lightning This year, the NHL is sett New Jersey Devils ton Capitals Toronto Maple Leafs Washington Capitals to build off of its renais- Pittsburgh Penguins and offensive Montreal Canadiens Florida Panthers sance season a year ago. New York Islanders magician SidBoston Bruins Atlanta Thrashers All 30 teams are retooled, ney Crosby of re-energized and ready forr the Pittsburgh Western Conference the first drop of the puck, Penguins, Northwest Division Pacific Division Central Divison when the search for this both of whom Edmonton Oilers Dallas Stars Detroit Red Wings year’s champion begins. scored over Calgary Flames San Jose Sharks Nashville Predators Let’s start by looking att 100 points, Vancouver Canucks Anaheim Ducks St. Louis Blues the Eastern Conference. last year’s Colorado Avalanche Phoenix Coyotes Chicago Blackhawks Co-MVP from last season, rookie crop Minnesota Wild Los Angeles Kings Columbus Blue Jackets New York Rangers wingwill be hard er Jaromir Jagr, is looking to beat. FelEastern Conference Champ Buffalo Sabres to help his team recoverr low Penguin Western Conference Champ Detroit Red Wings from a very disappointing Evgeni MalStanley Cup Champ Buffalo Sabres first round playoff sweep kin, who will MVP Alexander Ovechkin, Washington Capitals at the hands of the New miss at least Conn-Smythe (Playoff MVP) Daniel Briere, Buffalo Sabres Jersey Devils. The Rangthe first four Vezina (Best Goaltender) Miikka Kiprusoff, Calgary Flames ers have added long-time weeks of the Art Ross (Top Scorer) Jaromir Jagr, New York Rangers Red Wing Brendan Shaseason due Calder (Top Rookie) Evgeni Malkin, Pittsburgh Penguins nahan to the mix, which to injury, is should only solidify an widely exalready potent offensive attack coming out When in the West, the Detroit Red Wings pected to be the top rookie this season. of Madison Square this season. This season will mark the first consisting are habitually on the hunt. However, with Another team looking to continue forward some goaltending issues in Hockeytown as of an All-Star Game since the lockout. It progress from last season is the Ottawa Senwill take place in Dallas in late January. ators. Pushed by offensive leaders Daniel The first drop of the puck will be WednesAlfredsson, Dany Heatley and youngster day, October 4 when the Buffalo Sabres Jason Spezza, there is no doubt the Senators face-off against the defending Stanley Cup will score enough to win. Their Achilles’ champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. The heels have always been defense and toughgame will be part of an opening-night douness. And with last year’s top defenseman, bleheader on Versus (formerly OLN, changiant 6’9” Zdeno Chara, playing his games nel 35 on campus), with the nightcap feain Boston this season, Ottawa might have turing the Dallas Stars making a visit to the some trouble in those areas. Pepsi Center to take on the Colorado AvaThe dark-horse pick out of the East is the lanche. For all you homers out there, the Tampa Bay Lightning. The ‘03-’04 champs Philadelphia Flyers open up their schedule seem to have most of the pieces in place to Thursday, October 5 on the road against the make a serious run at the Cup. They will Pittsburgh Penguins. need some young players to step up their BY KEVIN REED Beacon Staff Writer game if the Lightning want to strike twice. The Eastern Conference crown, no matter what, runs through Raleigh as the defending champs, the Carolina Hurricanes, are just as strong as last year’s version. Out in the Western Conference, co-MVP Joe Thornton of the San Jose Sharks is also looking to improve on their feigned romp through the post-season. The San Jose is another team with plenty of offensive firepower, but does little more than sneeze, and it’s in their own net. The Picks: NHL SCHEDULE October 4th Sabres vs Hurricanes 7:00 PM Senators vs Maple Leafs 7:30 PM Stars vs Avalanche 10:00 PM October 5th Maple Leafs vs Senators 7:00 PM Islanders vs Coyotes 10:00 PM Blackhawks vs Predators 8:00 PM Capitals vs Rangers 7:00 PM Canucks vs Red Wings 7:00 PM Lightning vs Thrashers 7:00 PM Flyers vs Penguins 7:30 PM Blues vs Sharks 10:30 PM Avalanche vs Wild 8:30 PM Flames vs Oilers 10:00 PM October 6th Devils vs Hurricanes 7:00 PM Canucks vs Blue Jackets 7:00 PM Kings vs Ducks 10:00 PM Bruins vs Panthers 7:30 PM Canadiens vs Sabres 7:30 PM October 7th Canadiens vs Maple Leafs 7:00 PM Sabres vs Senators 7:00 PM Hurricanes vs Capitals 7:00 PM Predators vs Wild 8:00 PM Ducks vs Coyotes 10:00 PM Devils vs Stars 8:00 PM Panthers vs Thrashers 7:00 PM Rangers vs Flyers 7:00 PM Red Wings vs Penguins 7:30 PM Bruins vs Lightning 7:30 PM Islanders vs Sharks 10:30 PM Blues vs Kings 10:30 PM Blue Jackets vs Blackhawks 8:30 PM Oilers vs Flames 10:00 PM October 8th Canucks vs Avalanche 8:00 PM October 9th Sharks vs Flames 8:00 PM Blues vs Ducks 10:00 PM Coyotes vs Blue Jackets 7:00 PM Panthers vs Maple Leafs 7:30 PM Thrashers vs Lightning 7:30 PM October 10th Flyers vs Rangers 7:00 PM Islanders vs Kings 10:30 PM Canucks vs Wild 9:00 PM �OCTOBER 2, 2006 SPORTS 17 Wellness program sees faculty and staff hitting the pavement Participants have logged 30,000 miles in the first six weeks BY TIM JONES Beacon Staff Writer Faculty, staff and administration at both Wilkes University and King’s College are taking a walk to a healthier lifestyle. Employees from both schools have now hit the halfway mark in a 12-week wellness challenge, in which competitors keep track of the number of miles they walk over the period of time and compete in teams for prizes. The program’s goal is to increase physical activity, promote a healthy lifestyle, and inform the public about the benefits that a small amount of exercise, every day, can have. The competition kicked off August 10 on the Wilkes-Barre Public Square with a pep rally-like ceremony involving the schools’ respective mascots and rally leaders Wilkes-Barre Mayor Tom Leighton, King’s President Rev. Thomas O’Hara and interim Provost Dr. Bernard Graham representing Wilkes. The competition will end on November 2, and the winner of the grand prize drawing will be announced during the Wilkes v. King’s football game on November 11 at 1 p.m. The more than 400 employees participating in the event are separated into teams of five to eight. Each day the teams log the average number of miles walked, measured by a pedometer carried by each person. At the end of the 12-week period, the school with the highest average of miles walked will be declared the Wellness Champion. Both institutions are encouraging competitors to walk at least ten miles every week. Prizes, ranging from movie tickets to gift certificates, are awarded weekly to the highest performer of the given week. Each team is also entered into a grand prize drawing, which has yet to be decided. Through the first six weeks of Walking with Wilkes the teams have walked 29,794.95 miles, but this is not as much as King’s, who has beat Wilkes through results released for the first three weeks. Brigid Peet, Human Rescources Coordinator and Wilkes spokesperson for the The Beacon/Todd Weibel Faculty and staff are able to track their steps during the day by using a pedometer. Walking with Wilkes competition, said, “The program promotes healthy activity and friendly competition brtween schools. It promotes school pride...Exercise is proven to reduce stress, heart disease, high blood pressure and stroke. Every step counts toward a healthier lifestyle.” For Wilkes’ students and employees, the school provides free memberships to the Wilkes Barre YMCA and access to the 3,000 square-foot fitness room in the Marts Cen- AS A COLLEGE GRAD , YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR ter, which includes over two dozen cardio machines and a full supplement of weight training equipment. In addition, the newly constructed 38,000 square foot University Center on Main, or UCOM, provides students with tennis courts, basketball, a twolane track and a rock climbing wall. “Just the sheer number of employees that are participating in [the program] show it is highly successful,” stated Christine Sietzinger, one of the team captains for Wilkes. 2007 FJ CRUISER 2007 RAV4 2007 CAMRY HYBRID 2007 YARIS ANY NEW TOYOTA OF YOUR CHOICE* WWW.WINAYARISONLINE.COM† *NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. CUSTOMERS RECEIVE $400 FROM TOYOTA TOWARDS LEASING OR FINANCING THE PURCHASE OF NEW UNTITLED TOYOTA MODELS THROUGH PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALERS AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. SEE DEALER OR VISIT WWW.TOYOTAFINANCIAL.COM/FINANCE FOR DETAILS. COLLEGE GRADUATE PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR TERMINATION AT ANY TIME. †NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY. MAKING A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. TO ENTER YOU MUST BE A LEGAL U.S. RESIDENT AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD AND YOU MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE. VISIT YOUR PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALER OR WINAYARISONLINE.COM FOR COMPLETE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND SWEEPSTAKES RULES. �SPORTS 18 OCTOBER 2, 2006 Commentary GAME OF THE WEEK NFL: Dallas Cowboys versus Philadelphia Eagles The T.O. show rolls into the City of Brotherly Love Double Take BY TIM SEIGFRIED Beacon Asst. Sports Editor Welcome to the T.O. Show, otherwise known as the Dallas Cowboys’ 2006 season. For those of you who thought, “I Love Me Some Me: the Terrell Owens Story” couldn’t get any more melodramatic, overthe-top, or just downright ridiculous, prepare to be surprised. On Tuesday night, football fans were given word that Owens, the Cowboys’ star wide receiver, was rushed to the hospital following an allergic reaction to medication he was given for surgery he received earlier in the week. No one had any idea of the circus that was to follow in the next twentyfour hours. On Wednesday, September 27, it was reported that it wasn’t an allergic reaction, but instead it was an overdose suicide attempt. During the next several hours, the newswire was abuzz with several reports about what really happened. First, it was revealed that Owens’ publicist made the initial call after he appeared to be non-responsive after taking too many pills. Then the paramedics arrived and determined they needed to take him to the emergency room. The police were there, too, claiming that Owens’ did indeed answer “Yes” when asked if he was trying to harm himself. A few hours later, Owens was released from the hospital and then proceeded to treat the nation to a press conference, at which he denied the entire suicide story and claimed that he was just a bit groggy when his pain medicine reacted with supplements he was taking, all while having a great big smile on his face. Kim Etheredge, the aforementioned publicist, thoroughly embarrassed herself during her press conference, saying such things as, “He has 25 million reasons to live,” referring to the $25 million contract that Owens signed with the Cowboys. If things couldn’t get any more circuslike, Dallas head coach Bill Parcells had his turn at a press conference, and seemed to be just as confused as the rest of the nation, at one point saying, “I don’t know what the hell is going on.” For Dallas fans, the question is: “What did we get ourselves into?” For Philadelphia fans, the question is: “Will Owens play on Sunday, October 8?” It’s one of the most highly anticipated games of the season for either team, as it marks another chapter in one of the NFL’s better rivalries, and more importantly, it marks the return of Terrell Owens to Philadelphia, less than a year after he was essentially run out of town. Owens, who signed with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2004, was poised to be the one who delivered the City of Brotherly Love to its first major sports championship since 1983. He was well on his way to doing that, and despite an injury that caused him to miss the last two games of the regular season and the first three rounds of the playoffs, the Eagles still made it to Super Bowl XL to play the New England Patriots. Despite having 9 receptions for 122 yards, Owens’ performance was overshadowed by a very mundane Philadelphia performance, which culminated in the 4th quarter “collapse” of quarterback Donovan McNabb. The Eagles were defeated by the Patriots, which led to the eventualy calling out of McNabb at the hand of Owens. The following season, the controversy continued when Owens demanded more money from Philadelphia, which was followed by Owens commenting that the Eagles would be much better with a quarterback other than McNabb in the huddle. Shortly thereafter, due to his controversial behavior, Owens was suspended from the Eagles for four games, which soon resulted in the NFL ruling that Philadelphia could bench him for the remainder of the season, and his tenure with the Eagles was officially ended on March 14, 2006 when he was released from his contract. It was only four days later that the rival Cowboys signed Owens to a three year contract, thus setting in motion a match up that rivals the Red Sox/Yankees competition. Despite all the controversy and fanfare, both teams must realize that this is only week four of a long season, and that there is a lot more football to play. Philadelphia will be looking to rebound from its 2005 performance against Dallas, in which it lost both games. The Eagles look to do so on the arm of Donovan McNabb, who is back behind the center after spending most of last year on the sidelines due to injuries. McNabb, who is performing well in the early part of the season, will be looking to target Donte Stallworth and L.J. Smith for the downfield assault, while Brian Westbrook will be taking the majority of the handoffs from scrimmage. Dallas quarterback Drew Bledsoe, however, isn’t having as much success leading his offense, despite having Owens and veteran receiver Terry Glenn as targets. The backfield doesn’t fare much better, as young running back Julius Jones will look to penetrate a somewhat tame Philadelphia defense. If there is one advantage to the Dallas offense, it was the off season signing of kicker Mike Vanderjagt, who is one of the best kickers in the game. The key to the game is the Dallas defense, which currently is one of the better defenses in the NFC. The Cowboys need to shut down McNabb and Westbrook and give their offense a chance to put the ball in Vanderjagt’s capable feet. Ultimately, the return of T.O. to Philadelphia will be nothing more than an opportunity to hear some very loud boos. Expect Owens to make one or two plays, but don’t be surprised if his injured hand comes into play more than he cares to admit. The pick: Philadelphia: 28, Dallas: 17 Andee examines the stats that truly matter... BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Asst. Opinion Editor I’m a little biased, guys. I always hated the Eagles. Every year they try and try, and every year thousands of Pennsylvanians sulk in their chairs as the Eagles disappoint everyone once again. I’ve had enough. The Eagles just need to stop playing altogether. If you guys wanted a nice prediction for this game, you aren’t getting one. The Eagles are going to lose because I said so! I’ve got my connections. It’s going to be rigged. I’m glad T.O. decided to switch over to the Cowboys. If he stayed with the Eagles any longer, he might have done something stupid like, oh, I don’t know, tried to commit suicide. Oh, wait… Anyway, as for the Cowboys, I’ve heard everything’s big in texas. So, yeah, “Save a Horse. Ride a Cowboy!” �OCTOBER 2, 2006 Athlete of the Week: Steve Uhas BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor He gets the ball, looks, sets up the shot, shoots and he scores. He shoots and he scores. He shoots and he scores. A little redundant, but the goals scored were essential to the men’s soccer team last week and were the accomplishment that led to senior forward Steve Uhas being named Beacon Athlete of the Week. Scoring one goal during a game in soccer is a big deal but scoring three times in a single game is nearly unheard of unless you happened to attend the Wilkes game against cross-town rival King’s College. Uhas got the ball rolling for the Colonels early in the first half of the game after receiving a pass from Andy Curry and placed his first goal of the day in the back of the net. Then less than 20 minutes later in the 28th minute of the match, Uhas took the ball SPORTS all by himself and drained his second goal to make the score 2-0. Uhas would make it a triple for the day adding his third goal of the game about 10 minutes into the second half of an assist from Greg Miller. “Anytime you score three goals it’s big, especially against your rival,” said Mike Bridy about Uhas’s performance. Uhas was not going to settle for three goals for the week, though, as he would keep things moving during the 2-1 double overtime win against Susquehanna. Sophomore forward, Matt Santarelli said, “Uhas has a lot of leadership skill and is always the ‘go to guy.’ Besides that, you want to try and get the ball to him because he will make something happen.” Uhas who leads the team with shots on goals and a total of five goals on the season heads back to the field on Tuesday as the team plays host to Messiah College. 19 The Beacon/Todd Weibel Several Wilkes students participated in a pick-up game of football on the greenway this past week. The greenway is a year-round arena for sports among students. WEEKEND RECAPS Women’s Tennis The Wilkes University women’s tennis team finished Freedom Conference play unbeaten for the first time in school history after notching a 7-2 win over Drew University on Saturday afternoon. The Lady Colonels, who will be the number-one seed and will host the Freedom Conference playoffs on October 14 and 15, improved to 11-0 overall and 6-0 in the conference. Drew fell to 2-5 overall and 2-4 in the conference. Men’s Soccer Wilkes University improved to 3-0 in Freedom Conference men’s soccer play with a tough 1-0 win over Delaware Valley College on Saturday afternoon. The win improves the Colonels to 8-2 overall, while the Aggies fall to 0-10 overall and 0-3 in the conference. Wilkes held a 25-13 advantage in shots, while also securing a 9-3 edge in corner kicks. Colonels’ goalkeeper Dominik Proctor picked up his fourth shutout win of the year by stopping five shots. Steve Richtmyer had 13 saves in goal for Delaware Valley. Women’s Soccer Wilkes University notched an important 2-1 Freedom Conference women’s soccer win over DeSales University on Saturday afternoon. The win improves the Lady Colonels to 7-2-1 overall and 2-0-1 in conference play. DeSales sees their overall record fall to 3-7 and their conference mark slip to 1-2. Wilkes held a commanding 19-5 shots advantage. The Lady Colonels were also able to gain a 3-2 edge in corner kicks. Wilkes goalkeeper Liz Pauly was not required to make a save. Kelly Hinkle had eight stops in goal for DeSales. The Beacon/Todd Weibel Wilkes senior forward Steve Uhas scores and scores against the opposition on the field. 77 Assists handed out by Nicole Hahn at the Hunter College Volleyball Tournament on Saturday. Women’s Volleyball The Wilkes University volleyball team posted a 2-1 record to finish in third-place at the Hunter College Tournament on Saturday. NUMBERS OF THE WEEK 4 Number of shutout wins so far this season for goalie Dominik Proctor. 11 Wins by the women’s tennis team after beating Drew University 7-2 on Saturday to remain unbeaten both overall and in conference play. 19 Shots on goal for the Lady Colonels soccer team in Saturday’s 2-1 win over DeSales. �Sports OCTOBER 2, 2006 20 Preview of the Week: Football vs Lycoming BY CARLTON HOLMES Beacon Asst. Sports Editor Imagine this. There is nowhere to park, because tailgating parties are all over the parking lot. Thousands of faithful fans are screaming as the opening kick-off sails into the air. Fans are so faithful that they are afraid to grab a hot dog, because they might lose their seat in the crowded stands. Penn State v. Notre Dame? No. Wilkes University v. Lycoming this weekend. Ladies and gentlemen, expect that atmosphere and more as the Colonels football team hosts the Lycoming Warriors at Ralston Field before alumni, current student, faculty and football fans. The last time the Colonels played at home they gave the fans a reason to run onto the field, posting an exciting 14-7 overtime win against Delaware Valley, and putting them at a comfortable 40 record. The Colonels will look to repeat that effort as they take on the evenly matched Lycoming Warriors. “I believe what is essential in beating Lycoming is playing as a team. Lycoming has a very good defense and can make plays on offense,” said Wilkes quarterback Allan Karaffa. To this point in the season, the Colonels have certainly been playing as a team, holding their opponents to less than two touchdowns per contest and scoring a total of 98 points in their first four games. But those numbers haven’t contributed to an over-confident team. In fact, the Colonels are looking to make improvements that will lead to a more dangerous attack. Middle Atlantic Conference Coach of the Year Frank Sheptock stated, “We need to concentrate on ourselves, and fix on areas that we could improve from the first four games.” The Colonels are now ranked 16th in the nation and their 3-0 record in the conference puts Wilkes first overall, while the Warriors are fourth in the conference with a 2-1 record. Dating back to last season, the Warriors have won seven of eight games by no more than a touchdown per game, which coaches and players both predict will result in a hard body contest between the two teams. “Defensively they are very strong and they try to take away what you do best,” said Sheptock. With a balanced offensive attack, and a defense that is willing to shut just about any team down, Wilkes looks to strike a balance that will keep the Warriors guessing all day long. Franklin, New Jersey native, Kurt Dunbar, stated, “Coach Sheptock is preparing us very well for the homecoming game just like he does for every game. He is preparing us mentally and physically so that we will be prepared for anything that they throw at us.” The Colonels evidently have reaped great results from Sheptock’s preparation, and will be looking to victimize any opponent. Strap on your seatbelts, and get ready for an intense ride as the Colonels look to drive down the field against the Warriors at Ralston Field on Saturday October 7. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Wilkes senior running back Tom Andreopoulos (8) will lead the charge against Lycoming on October 7th. ....,._· Campus Calendar, All Week *Penumbra Exhibition, Sordoni Art Gallery Monday (10/2) *Women’s tennis vs. Baptist Bible - 3:00 p.m. Tuesday (10/3) *Men’s soccer vs. Messiah - 4:00 p.m. *Field hockey vs. St. Vincent - 4:30 p.m. *Pep rally Wednesday (10/4) *Women’s volleyball @ Delaware Valley - 7:00 p.m. *Women’s soccer @ Kean - 7:30 p.m. Thursday (10/5) *Will the Real Affirmative Action Please Stand Up?, HSC Lobby - 8:30 a.m. *Depression Screening Day hosted by Psi Chi, HSC - 11 a.m. *Women’s tennis vs. Philadelphia Bible - 3:30 p.m. *Field Hockey @ William Patterson - 7:00 p.m. *Homecoming, Various locations - All Day *Women’s soccer @ FDUFlorham - 1:00 p.m. *Field Hockey vs. FDU-Florham - 1:00 p.m. *Football vs. Lycoming 1:00 p.m. *Men’s soccer vs. FDU-Florham - 1:00 p.m. *Women’s volleyball @ Montclair State/William Patterson - 2:00 p.m. Sunday (10/8) Friday (10/6) *Homecoming, Various lo- *Homecoming, Various locations - All Day cations - All Day *Lewis Black in Concert, Marts Gym - 7:00 p.m. Saturday (10/7) Find this Picture on Campus and... WIN CASH This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University’s campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put “Campus Picture” as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $20 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. There was no winner this week. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 October 2nd Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 October 2 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/0ad323f931d5ec543dc9ccd48c56dce7.pdf eddc0caf23232e7e3e9b2c5f9d066755 PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA The THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW OCTOBER 9, 2006 Volume 59 Issue 5 www.wilkesbeacon.com Ross St. dubbed the new ‘Bourbon Street of the North’ BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. News Editor Area residents who take a walk down Ross Street on a Friday night may wonder if they’ve been somehow transported to New Orleans. No, there are no parades and costumes, but loud music fills the air, people congregate on lawns and in the street, shouting and antics can be heard late into the evening, and discarded empty cups line the road. While this scene may not surprise most college students, local Wilkes-Barre residents have recently complained to the Student Affairs office about the commotion. According to Associate Dean of Students, Barbara King, in the past weeks, the Student Affairs office has fielded an average of ten phone and e-mail grievances from neighbors of off-campus students that live on Ross, South River, and Terrace Streets. King noted that the omplaints are primarily about loud, unneighborly behavior from student residents in the area. “Principally, neighbors have been complaining of early morning noise on weekends and during the week,” she said. “Also, the amount of See BOURBON page 3 The Beacon/Curran Dobson Students hang a “Bourbon Street” banner from their 69 Ross Street residence. The area has become a hot spot for parties and unruly antics, which resulted in Barbara King and Jerry Rebo holding a mandatory meeting for off-campus students to address neighbor complaints about student behavior. Search for new university Provost ensues BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. News Editor The departure of former Provost Dr. Maravene Loeschke to Mansfield University has prompted officials to begin the search for a permanent replacement. Dean of the Nesbitt School of Pharmacy and Nursing, Dr. Bernard Graham, is serving as interim Pro- vost for the academic year and duration of the national search. In June, a search committee proscribed by the faculty handbook was assembled to help organize and implement the search. Four faculty, one staff member, one administrator, two students and Dr. Paul Adams, Vice President of Student Affairs, as chair, make up the committee. Adams said that it is important to have students on the search committee. “We wanted to have students on the committee because they have a tremendous influence on the direction and quality of undergraduate education at Wilkes.” “The new provost, acting as the chief academic officer, has such an influence over the entire academic administration of the In This Issue... Who ya gonna call? Your Voices P a g e 13 Page 7&8 Homecoming...Page 9 Ghost Chasers! university and is also a key decision maker in directing resources for all academic See PROVOST page 4 Index News................................1-5 Opinion.............................6-8 Features.........................9-11 Arts & Entertainment....12-15 Sports...........................16-20 �NEWS OCTOBER 9, 2006 2 Watts lecture Bourbon St. Provost Search Alumni 2 3 4 5 J.C. Watts to offer Allan P. Kirby lecture on political landscape BY ANDREW SEAMAN Beacon Staff Writer This year as part of the Allan P. Kirby Lecture in Free Enterprise and Entrepreneurship series, former Congressman J.C. Watts will deliver an in-depth analysis of the current and future political landscape. The lecture will take place at Wilkes University in the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at 7:30 p.m. Former Allan P. Kirby lecturers include: journalist John Stossel, New York Governor George Pataki, entrepreneur Lillian Vernon and columnist Walter Williams. Dr. Jeffery R. Alves, Allan P. Kirby Professor of Free Enterprise and Entrepreneurship said, “We do try to choose and invite speakers who first can engage the students, and secondly have a pretty clear message to pass on.” Former Congressman Watts served as a representative from the fourth district of Oklahoma, from which he was elected to the position of chairperson of the Republican Conference, the fourthranking leadership position in the majority party. Watts also served on many congressional committees; led U.S. delegations; au- onships and Orange Bowl wins. In 1980 and 1981, he was voted Most Valuable Player (MVP) at the Orange Bowl. After college, Watts played for Ottawa and Toronto where he was voted MVP of the Grey Cup in his rookie year. Returning to his home state of Oklahoma after his successful football career, Watts became a youth minister and eventually an associate pastor in Del City. During that time, Watts was also elected to the Oklahoma State CorporaCourtesy of www.wilkes.edu tion Commission, J.C. Watts, former Oklahoma Congressman, where he became chairperson. will speak at Wilkes on October 18th. Currently Watts thored and co-authored many iniis the chairperson of tiatives, acts and bills. the J.C. Watts Companies, where Outside of Congress, Watts was he works with different associates quarterback for the Oklahoma to achieve proper development Sooners and led the team to two and strategies for their benefit. He back-to-back Big Eight Champi- also sits as corporate director for several major companies, including John Deer, Wells Fargo, NASCAR and Burlington Northern Santa Fe. Alves noted, “[Watts is] in a very unique position, having had a successful career as a Congressman and leaving the Congress by choice. He sort of set himself up as a fairly independent observer and commentator, and he doesn’t do a whole lot of speaking engagements. Most of his work is through his companies. So, I think particularly given the fact that this is an election year, I think we should all pay attention to what he has to say.” According to the Washing- ton Speakers Bureau, the former Congressman will discuss topics ranging from Social Security to restoring national values in an informative and uplifting manor. He will also give a penetrating look at today’s political landscape and the issues facing America. The lecture will begin with a private meeting between Students In Free Enterprise (S.I.F.E.) and several other campus organizations. A fifteen-minute question and answer session will follow the lecture and a cookie and tea reception will complete the evening in the upstairs lobby of the Darte Center. The lecture is free and open to the public. B E ACON Serving the community through fair and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers. Editorial Staff Editor-in-Chief: Curran Dobson Email: wilkesbeacon@gmail.com News Editor: Nick Podolak Email: beaconnewsline@gmail.com Op/Ed Editor: Kristyn Ostman Email: thebeacon.oped@gmail.com Features Editor: Nora Jurasits Email: thebeaconfeatures@gmail.com A&E Editor: Stephanie Debalko Email: thebeaconae@gmail.com Sports Editor: Ariel Cohen Email: beaconsports@gmail.com Photo Editor: Nick Zmijewski Advertising Managers: Stephanie Yachim Dana Zlotucha Email: thebeacon.ads@gmail.com Advisor: Dr. Andrea Breemer Frantz Established in 1936 PA Newspaper Association Member Printed on Mondays during the academic school year. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Renovations in the basement of the Stark Learning Center are now in process for Studio C next to the Shelburne Television Station. Many students have complained about the noise level during class time. 130 S. River St. First Floor, Conyngham Hall, Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �OCTOBER 9, 2006 BOURBON from FRONT PAGE trash, especially those infamous red and blue cups, as well as vandalism and students parking in front of driveways [have been the focus of complaints].” King said that the number of complaints has risen “much more than in recent past,” which forced officials in the Student Affairs office to hold a mandatory meeting for all The Beacon/Nick Podolak A Jack Daniels bottle found outside 84 W. Ross Street shows evidence of the heavy partying that takes place each weekend in the houses on this street. NEWS off-campus students who live on Ross and South River Streets on Thursday, October 5. “The meeting was held to remind students that they have a civic responsibility. They do not have to answer to us, but Student Affairs is the one receiving the complaints,” said King. In an email sent to Student Affairs, signed only “from a West Ross Street resident,” the anonymous neighbor wrote, “My husband and I have been enduring the antics of your off-campus residents on a daily basis, which effects the quality of our lives. I understand it is my choice to reside where I do... I do not believe I have to remove myself from the domicile to placate the partying lifestyle of invading students to our streets.” The email added, “Every night this semester has been a challenge for us to retain our sanity. Even at four in the morning, I am awoken my the inebriated screeches of your students. I have watched students throw garbage on city resident’s property... I have watched students urinate in the street, apparently too lazy to walk into the house that just poured their beer... I look forward to seeing my city grow, but not at the expense of turning my quiet, tree-lined avenue into the new Bourbon Street of the North... I’d just like you to know that not everyone sees 3 The Beacon/Nick Podolak The general appearance of Ross Street reflects disorder, as a building on the corner of W. Ross and S. Franklin streets is currently under renovation. This toilet appears to have been thrown from a second story window, with broken glass and debris scattered across the steps and sidewalk. your students as the perfect little angels “they bear some of the responsibility as their parents think they are, and they have well,” said King. driven better people than I out of this neighAndrew Steinberg, senior psychology borhood.” major and President of Off-Campus CounVinny Abbott, senior accounting ma- cil (OCC) noted that OCC is trying to forge jor and resident of 69 West Ross Street, a better relationship between students and explained why he thinks his street is be- the community. “We are holding the ‘Bring ing singled out. “Ross Street has always Your Landlord to Wilkes’ night where Capbeen the busiest street around, even since tain Lori Riemensnyder will talk about my freshman year, and I truly don’t feel as responsibility and consequences from pothough it is any worse than it was then. Be- lice.” ing that Ross Street is only one block from “We also have held roadside cleanups and the main part of campus, every student that participate in the mischief night walk the goes out walks down it to get to where they night before Halloween, along with aiding are going. the city crime watch,” said Steinberg. “I think the biggest problem people are King acknowledged she will likely conhaving is that Wilkes-Barre is returning to tinue to field calls from angry neighbors, its origins of being a true college town and but said Student Affairs is “happy to defend I figure the few people who make this area students, as long as it is defensible behava home do not like that. I think something ior.” like sixty kids live on Ross Street with only ten who are ‘real residents’ for lack of a better term,” Abbott added. “At any given time there are 10-20 people just hanging out because we are all friends. Alcohol is not always involved. The size of a gathering At least one out of five college is bound to make some noise no matter how low we try to keep students abandon safe sex it... I think it’s time these people practices when they’re drunk, realize that they live in a college even if they do protect neighborhood and it is going to be loud, wild, and down right out of themselves when they’re sober. control from time to time... They should move to an area that better fits their lifestyle.” King stated that Student Affairs “wants local residents to be comfortable in their own neighborhood.” -Sponsored by Health Services Student Affairs officials will hold a meeting of landlords with http://www.factsontap.org/factsontap/risky/the_facts.htm Off-Campus Council because Frightening Facts: D d �OCTOBER 9, 2006 PROVOST from FRONT PAGE programs. It is important to have all the different constituencies represented on the committee,” said Adams. The committee will also have the help of an outside consultant from Academic Search Consultation Service, Ted Marchese. Adams explained, “[Marchese’s] role is that he is somebody to search for senior executives in higher education. He helps guide our process and makes sure our candidates are treated well. Most importantly he tries to draw and identify strong candidates who we may consider. He becomes an intermediary between the university and candidates and helps us understand what each of those candidates can bring to the position.” According to John Koch, professor of computer science and member of the search committee, “The search committee will review resumes and participate in interviews and listing of candidates strengths and weaknesses, which will then be passed on to the President.” The first advertisement for the provost position ran on September 29 in the Chronicle of Higher Education. The ad NEWS will continue to run online at www.chronicle. These two projects, in and of themselves, com, as well on the Wilkes website. However, have the potential to be the next provost’s Adams claimed that the most valuable adver- legacy.” tisement is that “the consultant is out seeking Adams commented, “It will be up to the nominations and encouraging candidates to provost to put the new law school plan in have more of an motion, selecting leadinterest.” ership and making fuThe prospectus Few provosts get the opportunity to build a ture decisions about for the provost law school from the ground up. the law school.” includes a list of -Paul Adams, Vice President of Student Affairs “Few provosts get qualifications. the unique opportunity According to to build a law school the job descripfrom the ground up. The provost will also tion, Wilkes is seeking an individual who in oversee what will be an anticipated concept part “has been successful in hiring, retaining, for a new science building,” said Adams. and developing strong subordinates, knows The search committee will commence reacademic planning and budgeting and manages view of applicants on November 3. There for results, embraces the value of diversity and will be neutral site interviews in Philadephia global perspective, puts students first and is from December 1-2, with campus visits for able to work effectively with faculty and staff finalists scheduled for late January. The to fashion educational experiences that inte- new provost is expected to take office in grate learning and mentoring.” summer 2007. Adams noted, “While this may not be the Koch expressed his hopes for the next most important factor, it is critical that this in- provost. “I was also on the search commitdividual be a leader that is able to collaborate tee that helped select Dr. Loeschke. I think with the different university constituences.” we found a good complement to the PresiThe prospectus states that “the next provost dent in her. Hopefully, we can find another should have the great and rare chance to help good provost who can work with the Presibring to realization two major projects: a new dent and his cabinet while being an effecbuilding for science, engineering, and health tive advocate for academics.” programs and the creation of a law school... President Tim Gilmour, also offered thoughts about the type of individual he is looking for. “I am looking most of all for a person who has significant relevant experience in higher education, who manifests Internship Fair Gain experience while earning credits! 4 the traits defined in the Wilkes leadership model, and who can passionately pursue the University’s goals for excellence and growth in its academic programs. “I would prefer that the candidate selected have held a significant academic leadership position at least at the college dean level and have been deemed highly successful in that role,” he added. “The person should be someone who is comfortable having people reporting to him or her who are highly competent and who can augment his or her knowledge base in fields that are important to Wilkes’ success. The successful candidate should be someone who can delegate easily and who is open and receptive to new ideas.” Adams does not currently know if any candidates have applied; however, he does expect a “quality pool.” “Fewer and fewer are applying for searches such as this. Today, people seem to be much more selective. If we get 35-40 targeted applicants, we’ll be feeling pretty good about the situation,” said Adams. “I believe we owe it to Wilkes to carry out an outstanding national search to identify the very best candidate. I ask that the committee do everything in its power to assure that the University’s commitment to diversity and the attraction of qualified diverse candidates for the position are realized. The search should also be open to applications from qualified internal candidates,” said Gilmour. When: Thursday, October 26, 2006, 11am to 1:30pm Where: Henry Student Center Ballroom - 2nd Floor This is an opportunity to meet employers for Spring & Summer Internships. Internships are available in: -Business -Communications -Sociology -English -Engineering -Psychology -Criminology -Political Science -Integrative Media -Math/ Computer Science ABORTION IS TERR R * Wear professional attire ! * Bring a current resume that has been approved by the Cooperative Education office, an advisor, or Career Services! Meet Employers from: -Gabriele Shelter -Enterprise Rent A Car ...and many more! The Beacon/Todd Weibel -Fox 56 - Target -Vintage Tub -Step By Step Questions? Contact Sharon Castano through the Cooperative Education Office at sharon.castano@wilkes.edu or 408-2950 A plane pulling this banner was seen flying in the skies over Wilkes-Barre on Friday. Previously, trucks with a similar message could be seen driving around the Square in downtown Wilkes-Barre. The banner likens abortion to terror and shows an image of both a terrorist holding a severed head and an aborted baby. The messages are part of a project funded by the Center for Bio-ethical Reform (CBR) that wants to educate Pennsylvanians about the violence of abortion. These images are being shown in key battleground states such as Ohio, Pennsylvania and Minnesota in anticipation of the November elections. In Pennsylvania, these trucks and places can be found in major cities, such as Philadelphia, Allentown, Erie, State College, Harrisburg and Wilkes-Barre. �NEWS OCTOBER 9, 2006 5 Class of 1956 honored for 50th anniversary at homecoming BY SARAH DOMAN Beacon Asst. News Editor Homecoming is traditionally thought of as fun, food, and football for students. However, homecoming is much more to those students who return to Wilkes University years after graduation. For them, it’s about catching up, honoring important people, and most importantly coming home. This year the Wilkes University Alumni Office honored the class of 1956 for its 50th anniversary during homecoming weekend. Sandra Carroll, executive director of alumni relations said, “Our goal is to eventually honor every reunioning class.” The class of 1957 already has a committee in place for next year. On Friday evening Wilkes hosted a Golden Colonel Induction ceremony and a President’s breakfast on Saturday morning as well as a pre-game announcement all of which sought in different ways to honor the class. Mickey Perlmuth, a 1956 alumnus, returned to the area for the first time in 45 years. “It was a good time. I saw lots of old friends and people I didn’t get to see in a long time,” said Perlmuth. Originally from Long Island, New York, Permulth was called “the lung” when he was a student at Wilkes. Perlmuth said, “They called me ‘the lung’ because I was loud.” Perlmuth graduated with the class of 1956 with a bache- The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski The alumni tent serves as one of the main attractions for returning Wilkes University graduates. This year’s featured class was the class of 1956. Homecoming weekend provided an opportunity for alumni to catch up with old friends and professors they haven’t seen in a long time. Next year, Wilkes University will feature the class of 1957 in its tribute. It was a good time. I saw lots of old friends and people I didn’t get to see in a long time. -Mickey Perlmuth, Class of 1956 lor’s degree in science, commerce, and finance. But what Perlmuth discovered was that Wilkes University is a decidedly different campus from what he remembered. He said, “There were 82 students in our ~ ~ ~ ~ we buy and sell ~ - I ~ ~ ~ I graduating class. We were like a fraternity of brothers and sisters; UNIQUE GIFTS! )Vis lsSJx NINTENDO ETC CJs fflEi GAUS I ........................... LPs aitd 4Ss . Ig 1us1,AL ENEIGI 59 north main wilkes barre ~29-1929 !Ihundreds of posters !!I ~ ~ The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Plants included in the expansion of the greenway momentarily block off the entrance to Conyngham Hall, which serves as a fire escape. ~ ~ it was different. There weren’t as many buildings.” With all of the events scheduled for homecoming weekend, there were plenty of options for alumni to connect with former professors and friends. Prior to the football game, Carroll noted, “The tailgate tent is always the biggest draw. It’s the place where alumni look for each other and enjoy the fall weather, the game, their friends and family, and of course, outdoor-type food. But, this year we actually have two alumni bands playing, which is huge for us.” The group The Five Percent offered live music at the alumni tent prior to the football game, and were well received by those in attendance. “We’re hoping alumni will see that we are focused on providing them good reasons to ‘come home,’” said Carroll. “This is the single largest alumni event Wilkes hosts. It’s a mammoth effort and engages alumni, students, staff and faculty.” For those honored in the class of 1956, Wilkes looked far more like a university and less like the college they remembered. Nevertheless, for most, no matter what the physical changes, Wilkes is still “home.” Perlmuth agreed, “It’s amazing to be back.” Sundance Vacations Inc -Sports/ Event Marketing! -Flexible Schedule -Weekends & nights a must -GREAT PAY! $100 to $200/day -Transportation a plus Public interaction marketing at various events in your area CALL NOW! 1-800-233-1613 �Opinion OCTOBER 9, 2006 6 At A Glance Response Your Voices: Feminism Your Voices: NWC \. Is shock therapy only route to diversity education? students in what might be termed creative ways, but in at least one case, that effort backfired. This year’s controversial NWC proSit back for a moment and congram in which the comedians sider all the diversity-driven prorepeatedly used racial epithets to grams you have encountered at weaken the impact of the wordsWilkes. -and after which the ideas preAs you do this, reflect on your sented were never discussed--has own culture and heritage. Whatillustrated the fine line between ever it is and wherever your anmeeting students where they are cestors came from, it is undoubtand pushing them to the next levedly a rich tapestry of history, el of awareness. custom, tradition and religion. So, do shockwaves really moNow, do you feel that our diverbilize diversity or does it just sity programs have well repremake it okay to throw racial slurs sented those origins? around? Probably not. The departures of Alan ZellTwo recent happenings led us ner, Jim Harrington, and Andita to this issue this week. First, in Parker-Lloyd from their respeclast week’s lead story in The Beative leadership roles in furthercon, the consultant, Ron Felding multicultural awareness on hun, who ran the controversial campus has created a challenge diversity workshop for student for Wilkes administrators. How leaders said in response to former effectively Wilkes fills those roles remains to be seen; however, we can say now that views on what to do about diversity have been many while those taking action have been few. And a few champions for diYou have an OPINION versity is not sufficient. All and we want to hear it .1 faculty, staff and administration have a responsibility to lead in this area. The current W .mt to expiess yo1.ll unique vieim to the Wilkes oomnu.m:il:y? The Bro.con '~ Opinion ~cti:in is so:iuring campus :in sealtlt of system isn’t working and yet no one has stepped up with writers with f reili th:iughts and ~ . a real solution worth implementing. The only way to solve a problem is to clearly define it. Is the Wilkes community generally intolerant of other creeds and races or are we looking for connections across cultures so we can celebrate them? While anywhere you go, you can find prejudice, we contend that the situation here on campus is much more open and accepting than the norm within our community. If you rave any ideas, questi:ins or a sample oolunm or ed.i:torial However, instead of overt adcaltoons, please cord:act: vocacy for multicultural eduOPIN K)N EDITCIR: KRBTYN OSTMA.N, OR cation, the dominant attitude Ass8TANT OPIN DN EDITOR: AN DEE SCARA.NTINO appears to be apathy. t h e b eacon . oped®gm.a il . com Students and faculty have BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD director of multicultural student affairs Andita Parker-Lloyd’s firing, “Racism exists, and I’m not going to stand by and let a woman be lynched 1950’s style in the South...” Not only did this analogy demonstrate extremism and insensitivity to the gravity of actual lives lost throughout our country’s history of racial intolerance, but it demonstrated that the so-called “leadership” we have sought in the area of multicultural education is anything but positive and in touch with real issues. No one can in good conscience equate the loss of a job with the lynchings that occurred during the Civil Rights movement in our nation and this comment indicates we have a long way to go before we can claim real gains in the fight against racism. Second, administrators and faculty alike have sought to educate The Pen is Mightier ... 7 8 8 no real multicultural outlet, which makes it harder to cultivate knowledge and understanding. Some new arrangement is needed in order to properly motivate. Programs like NWC, while funny and potentially informative, may not be the right solution. Taking the bite out of racial slurs may help to break down some barriers, but really does not tackle the greater issue of learning about a particular culture. Perhaps we must consider the idea that multiculturalism does not mean we need to focus on differences. While acknowledging that everyone is unique, tolerance, community and bonding are built on commonalities. Our diversity programs have made a huge effort to stress our differences when it is possible that there are better ways to examine where we all overlap in terms of attitdues, values and characteristics. Consider a program such as NWC. A way to bring people together after such a polarizing program may have been, and may still be, an open forum discussion about issues addressed during the show. Coming together as mature adults, talking about and explaining reactions to polarizing language and content may be a huge step toward understanding. Another solution may be found in careful hiring. Faculty, staff and administration who reflect diversity in a variety of ways and/ or who is prepared to examine diversity issues will further the educational goals of the institution. Given the intelligence and potential for community leadership, the university has the ability to turn the campus into a comfortable zone for any culture with careful planning. The bottom line is that we know what doesn’t work. There are answers out there. But it will take a spark to ignite any true multicultural awareness. Recent shakeups in this area may be enough for campus leaders to step up and move us into a new phase. Beacon Poll Results The following are results of a poll that The Beacon conducted online this past week. The poll was unscientific, and does not claim to reflect the overall attitudes of students on campus. Results are based on 27 responses. The Beacon asked: Who do you think will win the World Series? • New York Yankees - 37% • New York Mets - 26% • Oakland Athletics - 11% • Los Angeles Dodgers - 11% • Detroit Tigers - 7% • Minnesota Twins - 4% • St. Louis Cardinals - 4% • San Diego Padres - 0% Next Week’s Poll Question: What was the most unehtical act committed by someone in or seeking office? • Bill Clinton (D) - had affair with an intern; lied under oath • Richard Nixon (R) Watergate scandal cover-up • Don Sherwood (R) contradicted family values platform with affair and abuse • Jack Ryan (R) - forced his wife to participate in sex parties • Bud Dwyer (R) Committed suicide at a press conference • Marion Barry (D) cocaine addiction • Mark Foley (R) accused of salacious e-mail exchanges with minors. • Student Government“Monitored” Homecoming nominations and election. To vote, visit us at www.wilkesbeacon.com �OCTOBER 9, 2006 OPINION 7 YOUR VOICES ‘Opinion at a Glance’ jab; a cheap shot To the Editor of The Beacon: This letter is in response to the ‘Opinion at a Glance’ feature that was published in your September 25 edition. In this feature you apparently caught the Office of Public Safety in the hypocritical act of disregarding the safety of a motorist attempting to make a right out of the 10 East South driveway, North onto South Main Street. Disappointment is the word I would use to describe my reaction to this photograph and the accompanying caption. But it is not disappointment with the Office of Public Safety but with The Beacon in making this statement. Since I started here at Wilkes anyone who knows me knows I have been a strong supporter and advocate for your publication. I believe that The Beacon is an important, if not the most important avenue for communicating with the campus community here at Wilkes. I have supported your efforts by engaging your reporters and making myself available for comment whenever asked. I have done this because The Beacon has always reported information in what I feel to be a fair and balanced manner, even when the news did not paint a positive light on this department. The fair and accurate communication of information is vital in order for The Beacon to continue in its role as a student advocate here at Wilkes. This article was untrue in every sense of the word and could have been shown as such with a small amount of effort and control on the part of the author. Unfortunately this staff member decided that it would be better press to sensationalize this lie with statements such as, “Public Un-Safety?” and the sarcastic, “It’s good to see the Public Safety Vehicle facilitating the safety of the public!” How do I know the situation depicted in this photograph and highlighted in the caption to be false? Let me explain; attached to this email I have forwarded to you multiple photographs depicting what appears to the same unsafe situation where a vehicle on the left side of the driveway appears to be blocked by the yellow Public Safety SUV. In the article, the caption reads, “Well, we certainly hope the sedan can make the turn onto South Main Street as the Public Safety van blatantly blocks its view of the oncoming traffic.” The truth is the ‘sedan’ shown in the picture is not pulling out of the driveway and is in fact parked illegally in the driveway from 10 East South Apartments. The truck in your photo has just pulled out of the only lane available from this driveway. As is shown in the attached photos this situation occurs regularly, almost daily but since Wilkes does not own this driveway we are unable to correct the situation at this time. In fact some of the photos show the same car from your photo in the same position with a bit more detail provided (close-up showing no driver in the car.) Cou rtesy As for where the Public Safety SUV is parked on South Main, we have been given a space assigned by the city to park this vehicle adjacent to the new Public Safety Center, and the ‘van’ is parked where it is supposed to be. Please know that I am the first one to stand up and hold the Public Safety Office accountable when we do something wrong, but in this case we were falsely accused. The Office of Public Safety works hard on campus every day to provide outstanding service with little recognition for these efforts. Chri s Ba iley This fact makes your cheap shot all the more difficult to bear! It is my opinion you failed to live up to the high standards set by those who preceded you in reporting information that is factually based and fully investigated. Christopher Bailey Director, Campus Support Services A Sight for Sore Eyes Aleksander Lapinski I. :i u.~* -f ee.l l; ke. aat\r..01 ; ~ ~ o W\ t. A rn \ u, c..a......_ '6 �OCTOBER 9, 2006 ‘Feminism’ is not a dirty word Dear Editor, I have to say, I agree with Andee Scarantino’s point in her October 2 opinion article on Dr. Laura Schlessinger-I too believe the woman is a kook. The fact that she calls herself a “recovered feminist” is disheartening and a large step backwards for the women’s movement, but hey, I didn’t have much respect for her in the first place. What I am upset about is the myth and ignorance regarding the feminist movement being perpetuated by an outspoken and intelligent female Wilkes student. Reading any non-sarcastic sentence beginning with the phrase, “Now, I’m not a feminist by any means,” makes my blood boil. It’s the quintessential example of the age-old “I’m not a feminist but…” argument. The argument (though rather self explanatory) is thus, an individual (male or female) prefaces their feminist beliefs with “I’m not a feminist but…” to prove to their audience they are: completely secure in their sexuality, not bitchy, adhering to normal gender behaviors (like shaving and wearing makeup), and certainly do not meet any of the other stereotypical qualifications of feminism. OPINION YOUR VOICES A poster from www.oneangrygirl.com looked rights and privledges resulted from does a great job of addressing the hypoc- the feminist movement, why are there such a negative stigma attached to the “radical norisy of the “I’m not a feminist, but…” tion that women are people?” argument as it reads, “I’m The answer is simple; not a feminist, but... I the stigma is perappreciate the right petuated in soto help choose ciety through my governforums like ment repreMs. Scarsentatives. I antino’s enjoy the oparticle. Aption of wearparently we ing pants or can be “strong shorts if I want. and intelligent” I’m pleased that human beings, but I was allowed to learn to read and only if we succeed write. It can be in becoming so by very convenient yielding to the andoto control how centric doctrine, and God(dess) forbid we many babies I want to have. It’s awfully useful attempt to aid other women in doing so (compassion and empathy being to be able to open a bank account “female” traits and thereand own property in my name. I like know- Courtesy: recollectionbooks.com fore unacceptable). In my biased opinion ing that my husband or boyfriend cannot legally beat me. It’s really there is no excuse for such hypocritical sentiments to be expressed on a campus that swell to keep the money that I earn.” Seeing that all these now commonly over- has not only a wealth of women’s studies NWC causes greater racial issues Dear Editor, 8 eligible courses, but also features a student club organization dedicated to the discussion and education of women’s issues and feminism. Instead of just pointing out and accepting the “general rule” and the “harsh reality” of the injustice women still continue to face, the female population of campus should be persuaded to begin thinking of ways to protest and correct these issues, instead of sending letters to a washed-up radio psychologist. In closing I’d like to point out that contrary to the author’s denial of inclusion in the feminist camp, the belief that women are “not orifices designed for unlimited, unrestricted use” does in actuality make you a feminist! Furthermore the fact that the brazen “pro male chauvinist” views of Dr. Laura on issues of working women, single mothers, and marital rape (which was legal in certain states until 1993) rile you up is enough to write a column on it qualifies you for entrance into the misunderstood sisterhood of feminism. Imagine that! You can like men, shave your legs, choose to be a full-time mom, and still be a feminist! No bra-burning required. Shannon Curtin Junior, WISEUP President and Fabulous Feminist Response to Beacon Editorial Board: “Parking on campus needs a serious overhaul” Dear Editor, I can’t speak for Gina Morrison, who before becoming an Assistant Professor in the Education Department, was the University’s Coordinator of Multicultural Affairs. Nor, can I speak for Andita Parker-Lloyd, who until last week served the University in that same position. Therefore, I will speak as the person who started the diversity programs at Wilkes University, served as the University’s Chief Diversity Officer, authored the University’s Diversity Action Plan and (in support of the students of color) did attend the “NWC” program as my last official act as a University Administrator. I do not believe that the 90-minute program presented that night did anything but cause a greater potential for racial problems in the campus community, because the program was presented without an accompanying educational component. Saying the words “Nigger, Wetback, Chink” 500 times on stage does not take the hurtful sting from those words that people of color feel when they are used. What does take the sting from those words is the conversation and communication which should have taken place after a program like that is presented. Consider how much progress on campus could have be made toward racial understanding if this program had been included in the discussion groups of a freshmen foundations course or as a Learning Community activity. Paying to bring this program on your campus without this additional educational follow-up, I feel was not only a waste of time and money but a missed opportunity to really take advantage of getting true diversity conversation into your classrooms. Alan E. Zellner, Coordinator Diversity Affairs Center for Student Involvement Fort Hays State University Well, I am sorry that we do not meet the needs of your demands; however, the Commuter Council has worked many hours, including part of our summer vacation time, working on who gets a parking pass, and we are trying to help everyone. Yes, it is true that the Ralston Field sold out fast, but what you may not know is that happens every year, so you should be used to that and if you do not, I recommend you should do so. [sic] Yes, we understand sometimes there are days that there are no viable spots, but did you consider that Rides-N-Rhythms was also letting our students park there for a cheaper fee? Well, I can say I am happy that you realized that there are other parking areas. You say that there is a bit of walking to the parking lots to campus, but let me assure you that it is nowhere near the distance I have to walk to go home. What you are referring to is two to three blocks to get to your parking area, but I am sure you are willing to go much further for Mickey D’s for a burger, are you not? Also, I do not see any dark area from our campus to the very lit up area of the movie theater parking. Maybe you do not know, but after 4 p.m., you can park behind the [Henry Student Center] for free or you can get a security officer to walk you to the well-lit up areas in downtown W-B. You made a comment that we should be more like Penn State or St. Joe’s and give the upperclassmen, freshman commuters, and staff a privilege parking. Well, I am sure you noticed that those campuses are much larger and do not have to share with city workers and those who exercise or parents dropping off or picking up their kids at the YMCA. Parking is on a point system, the higher rank students get more points than a freshman. While this may anger you, this is our only way and it works. Jeannelle Anderson Parliamentarian of Commuter Council �FEATURES OCTOBER 9, 2006 9 Prado leads MSC Wednesday Workshops The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski con/Nick The Bea ki Zmijews The Beacon/Todd Weibel The Beacon/Todd Weibel Wilkes students, past and present, participated in a variety of Homecoming activities last weekend. Clockwise, from top left: Everyone got a chance to take out some aggression on a Lycoming Warrior in piñata form at the pep rally on Thursday night. The pep rally also gave Wilkes cheerleaders an opportunity to display their spirit.Top right, Wilkes students made the most of the goods offered at Lion Head Brewery’s Oktoberfest on Saturday night, enjoying the perks of a Wilkes V.I.P. tent. Center, the six members of Homecoming court drove around the football field at the game against Lycoming on Saturday before Jenna Strzelecki and Dave Scordino were appointed Homecoming queen and king, respectively. Bottom left, The Collective performed on Friday night in the Ballroom on the 2nd floor of the Henry Student Center for students and alums. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski 10 11 �FEATURES 10 OCTOBER 9, 2006 Prado assumes new duties as interim director of MSC BY TABITHA HAPEMAN Beacon Asst. Features Editor Amanda Kunkle, sophomore education major and also an MSC member, stated, “He works with that this was a difficult transition for many students who had very close ties to the previous MSC director. “Anytime you put a hiccup Anytime you put a hiccup in any stage of life or in a per- in any stage of son…it’s hard to accept and realize but that’s what makes you life or in a person…it’s hard a stronger person, a stronger unit. to accept and realize but that’s what makes you Alberto Prado a stronger perMulticultural Student Coalition interim director son, a stronger unit,” declared Prado. to shape MSC’s short- and long- us really well…he’s very enthuBut Sahu and others have term goals. “I’ve only been do- siastic about diversity.” praised the seamless transition. ing this for three weeks,” he acNow that the first three weeks “It was actually a very smooth knowledged. “I’m learning. I’m have passed, Prado is slowly get- transition to the new position,” growing. I’m ready for feedback. ting into the groove of his new she said. Hines agreed, “He’s really involved with the students. He definitely cares…” “He’s very open with us and that creates a great level of trust…we had a lot going on when he came in and he was really good with keeping up with it,” stated Kunkle. Prado is “looking forward” to building the relationships within the Student Development staff and the MSC that he has built within Upward Bound in the past two years. “It’s good being around good people…[and] that’s what’s in the student center,” he stated. Though in a time of transition, MSC has not stopped championing diversity. Kunkle stated, “At our first event we had a great number of people turn up…it was very successful.” Prado noted, “We had a movie night, we had a guest speaker. We look forward to having another activity or event to celebrate [Hispanic Heritage Month] one more time. Then we’re going to have a Native American dance tribe on campus.” Prado added, “Everybody on campus has been so supportive... faculty, staff, and most importantly, students.” He hopes to “walk through walls” for his students and for MSC. Courtesy Joint Urban Studies Center Stepping into a new job is never easy. Doing so on top of existing duties and amidst controversy can be doubly taxing. But Alberto Prado has done just that, adding to his existing responsibilities as Supplemental Instruction Coordinator and taking on the Interim Director of Multicultural Student Coalition (MSC) role. The latter was left vacant when the former director, Andita Parker-Lloyd was dismissed three weeks ago. Prado was understandably nervous about taking on another role within the university. He let’s move forward.” Prado’s immediate plans are to listen to others as he begins The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Alberto Prado is currently serving as interim coordinator of Multicultural Student Coalition, in addition to his other responsibilities as Supplemental Instruction Coordinator felt, “Overwhelmed, anxious, I didn’t know any of the students that were involved in MSC.” Although Prado had no prior experience in MSC, and the transition was rather swift, it was important that the students were not left in a state of flux in which there was no leader. Prado stated that, “It was good that was someone there, so the students could say…we have someone to ask questions, to go to, let’s move on, I’m ready to hear what people have as part of their goals…I’m hearing what the [diversity ambassadors’] candidates’ thoughts are, their ideas, their goals... I’m not going to come down with a hammer. I’m not going to say, ‘This is what I want. This is what I expect.’” MSC member Enoch Hines, a freshmen criminology major, stated, “[He was] looking to see what the club was about.” role on campus and starting to work with the students to accomplish tasks. MSC member Nitasa Sahu, sophomore nursing major, stated, “He’s doing a good job… it’s a greater responsibility… [but] I think it’s going smoothly so far.” Kunkle confirmed this, stating, “he’s ready to jump right in there…he’s so energetic.” Most of the students have so far responded in a very positive manner. He does acknowledge Next week, Wilkes-Barre is hosting the 16th annual Conference on the Small City. The event, which originated at the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point, returns there every other year, and in the off years is hosted by another city chosen by an application process. More than 48 presentations will take place over three days, in a variety of venues across the city, including a few on the Wilkes campus. Joseph Boylan, Research Analyst at the Joint Urban Studies Center of Wilkes-Barre, has been an integral part of organizing the event. “This is not just academics and elected officials. Topics range from diversity to GIS mapping,” Boylan said. Students can register to attend any of the seminars free of charge by contacting Boylan at 570-408-9850, or via e-mail: boylan@urbanstudies.org. A complete listing of topics can be found at http://www. urbanstudies.org/CSC/schedule.shtml �FEATURES OCTOBER 9, 2006 11 Wednesday workshops designed to prep students for job hunt BY DANIEL DIMARIA Beacon Correspondent Many people are familiar with the grip test quarter machines that can be found in nearly every mall in America. But what many don’t know is that this simple machine may be a better indicator of one’s prospects of future employment than all of the tests students will take in their college career. Wilkes University Career Services operates an informal class in the Max Roth Center every Wednesday. The purpose of the workshop is to better prepare students for seeking employment options after graduation. “We help students get better acquainted with the job process,” said Carol Bosack, director of career services. Students are given direction in several pivotal areas that significantly improve their chances of attaining gainful employment, including assessing marketable skills and drafting resumes. Bosack said, “It’s very important to be truthful and accurate [in resumes ]. . . Don’t embellish them with unnecessary adjectives; it makes them sound immature and phony.” Bosack and her staff consider building an impressive and effective resume so key to job hunting that teaching students how to properly do so makes up nine weeks of the course. A resume is meant not only to list an applicant’s qualifications for a positions; it is meant to convey the accomplishments, interests and personality. The other primary goal of the Wednesday Workshops is to teach students how to properly conduct themselves in an interview. Bosack brings business professionals from the local community and sets up “mock” interviews with her students. These interviews give the students a chance to perfect their The Beacon/Cara Koester “people skills,” in addition to giving them the chance Career services has created an atmosphere in which students can practice to improve upon subtleties interview techniques, fine tune their resumes and better prepare for that one would not normally an eventual job search. AS A COLLEGE GRAD , YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR consider a pivotal point in the interviewing process. Senior mechanical engineering major Steve Kreiser said practicing could give him a better chance of doing well when it comes down to the real interview. “[A mock interview] helps because it gets people used to the job interview process, like what to say and how to present yourself.” While the benefits and lessons of Wednesday Workshops are part of the weekly work load for the students enrolled in the program, outside students are always welcome to attend and seek the help of the program’s resources. According to Bosack, this loose atmosphere is maintained throughout the year so that students outside of the course who seek help can find it whenever they need it. “This is the kind of help and advice that all students need. It’s just a matter of how much time is going to pass before they seek it.” 2007 FJ CRUISER 2007 RAV4 2007 CAMRY HYBRID 2007 YARIS ANY NEW TOYOTA OF YOUR CHOICE* WWW.WINAYARISONLINE.COM† *NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. 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A&E Editor Sutton makes copies of the ‘zine and distributes it a number of different ways, including dropping copies off at high-traffic areas and trading with other “zinesters.” While he is not necessarily anticipating statewide acclaim for his work just yet, Sutton admitted that getting his name out there, so to speak, is definitely motivation for all of his hard work. “As far as putting my work out there, that’s ultimately what this is all about. I’m of his ‘zine, former Wilkes student Josh Orloski is currently in the early stages of creating his independent film. While there is no actual budget for the film, Orloski is working along with Marywood student Steven Balut, and Wilkes sophmore Eric Shatrowskas, and they expect to have the project completed in about a year. “The most important thing about the movie is that myself and my partner Steven Balut, want to hold to the “code” of At the moment the script is in the drafting stage but the authors have planned the overall storyline. “The movie itself is a drama about the experience two friends go through after both With a job industry as competitive as it of their girlfriends decide to leave them to has ever been, students are forced to make “fi gure out what they want from life.” Of strategic moves in terms of career choices course, both guys think that these girls are as early as possible. what they need in their lives to be happy. In addition to taking on as many classes However, through the events of the script as possible, many choose to take lucrative they, perhaps unknowingly, discover that internships both local and throughout want and need must coexist in a balthe country. Recently, however, some ance in order for a human being to be students have decided to take the next happy. A common human experience, step by producing works such as films but we believe that many people figure and magazines independently. out how to achieve that balance.” Taking on an independent project of Both Orloski and Balut have written such massive proportions may just help screenplays before, but it will be a first these students get one step ahead of for both of them in the directing role. the game in the long run, and can also Upon the movie’s completion they have help to hone the skills necessary to be plans to share it with the public, but all successful in a chosen profession. Adin all the project is mostly for themditionally, creative outlets can allow for selves and all of the people involved. a certain amount of self-expression that “Small film festivals and contests is not always accessible in traditional would be nice, but Steve and I have classes and internships. both completed screenplays before, so Jason Sutton, junior English major, is simply moving from just the writing one such student who is taking the next to the actual directing (however bad it step by producing his own ‘zine. Titled may turn out to be) will be an exciting “The Unexpected Heroes Society,” Sutprocess in and of itself.” ton’s ‘zine focuses on “the importance Their project still has a long way to of everyday heroics” and is something go, and Orloski says it will take “lots of that he undertook originally to “combat grit and just as much begging for help,” boredom,” but soon evolved into a form but even before its completion they are of self-expression. The creative process already anticipating a second film in the Sutton undertook for the production future. of the magazine may be considered by The Beacon/Marissa Phillips “Even if it does not go over well, Steve some to be a bit unconventional, considJunior English major Jason Sutton lays out his zine by cutting and pasting the content onto and I will work together again. So, if all ering he physically cuts and pastes the each page. He and a number of other students on campus spend their free time creating inde- things go well, maybe we’ll get lucky entire piece without the aid of a compendent projects that will showcase their talents. the next one will be a “minimum budget puter program. film.” “However, the act of cutting, aligning, not trying to gain popularity with the literno budget fi lm making. All the writing is Whether or not these projects will be able spacing, and pasting to format adds a deary community anywhere. I’m fulfi lling my done by us when we have free time. All the to further their careers, these students and gree of personal touch along with expresself-appointed obligation to share someacting will be by friends and acquaintances former student are building skills that will sion that I wouldn’t be able to get digitally. thing that I have a skill for. Any notoriety I who either have some theatre experience aid them in the future. Their finished prodSort of like a thumbprint without binary,” gain from this is icing,” Sutton said. or would naturally fi t a role. All the equipucts will be a display of their skills, and an he said. After compiling his information, As Sutton is working on the final stages ment will be borrowed.” expression of their creativity. Schedule of Events Tuesday, October 10 - Toys that Kill, The Holy Mess, The Hard-Ons, and The Queers performing at Cafe Metropolis as 7p.m. Wednesday, October 11 - Our After performing at the Woodlands at 9 p.m. -Ian Anderson performing at the F.M. Kirby Center at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 12 - Self-Hypnosis class at Arts Youniverse at 7 p.m. Friday, October 13 - The Situation Is performing at Cafe Metropolis at 8 p.m. - A Burden Called Aimara, Drain the Life, The Ruin of All, and The Graveyard Rumblers performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. - Poetry Reading at Barnes and Noble at 7 p.m. Saturday, October 14 - Hey Mike, Motion Picture Demise, Racing Kites, and Fighting to Forget performing at Cafe Metropolis at 8 p.m. - Dimensions performing at The Woodlands at 10 p.m. Sunday, October 15 - Nashville Pop hosted by Froggy 101 at the Woodlands at 9 p.m. �OCTOBER 9, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 Ghost Chasers slated to investigate campus locations BY JACLYN FRANCESE Beacon Correspondent Ever wonder about that occasional bump in the night in the dorm? How about that inexplicable light from the uppermost window in Weckesser Hall in the middle of the night? Sure, some of it can be explained. But maybe, just maybe, there’s a restless spirit or two waiting for the right channel to communicate. Programming Board members decided that it was time to find out if there was any truth to the long-time rumors of hauntings in various Wilkes buildings. A duo that call themselves Ghost Chasers will make a special Halloween visit to Wilkes for just that purpose. Programming Board Entertainment Chair Courtney Mullen said, “We chose to have the Ghost Chasers come to Wilkes mainly because of all the ghost stories and rumors floating around campus.” Since Halloween is fast approaching, it is also an event that will relate well to the spirit many are in at this time of year. And, Mullen noted, it may be interesting to find out if the mansions and other buildings really are “haunted.” The Ghost Chasers are a duo, not to be confused with the Ghost Hunters of Sci-Fi channel fame. Patti Starr, a world-renowned “ghost hunter” and paranormal expert, and Chip Coffey, a psychic and medium, will offer a presentation for approximately two hours about the paranormal activity they have seen and experienced in the past, according to Mullen. The duo will relay stories about various ghost hunting incidents and different encounters. After the presentation, the duo will take about 40-50 participants on a ghost hunt through campus. The hunt will begin in Kirby Hall, where most of the evening will take place if any activity is found. Otherwise, they plan to move on to Fenner Hall and possibly even Weckesser. Starr and Coffey have seen success in finding so-called paranormal activity in the past. According to the duo also has video and audio samples of “crystal clear ghostly voices.” Brian Roland, P1 pharmacy major, admitted that he believes many campus buildings are probably haunted. He added that the event would be interesting to him for a number of reasons. “…But it would be fun to see which professor’s offices were haunted, because then I would know whose classes not to take…ghosts scare me,” Roland said. The presentation will take place in the Henry Student Center Grand Ballroom, Sunday, October 29 at 9:00 p.m. The event is opened to everyone and is free of charge. The duo’s website also encourages students to bring cameras to Courtesy wwww.icghosts.co.uk the event, because it may be possible to catch “ghostly appariincluding “video of [Coffey] encountions.” tering the spirit of a young girl, during which her energy literally floats above his outstretched palm.” The website of GP College Entertainment, the presentation will include photographs and video of past encounters, !CADEMIC EXCELLENCE THROUGH MENTORING� !NDREA�S�DOOR�IS�ALWAYS�OPEN��)�M�ALWAYS�CONlDENT�)�LL�GET�AN� HONEST�APPRAISAL��!S�MY�MENTOR��SHE�CHANGED�MY�LIFE��&OR�ME��SHE�IS�THIS�UNIVERSITY� %XPERIENCE�7ILKES�5NIVERSITY�S�INTIMATE�LEARNING�ENVIRONMENT� SUPPORTED�BY�FACULTY�MENTORS��AND�LEARN�MORE�ABOUT�OUR����MAJORS�INCLUDING�� "IOLOGY��"USINESS��)NTEGRATIVE�-EDIA��.URSING��4EACHER�%DUCATION��AND�0HARMACY� �'ABE�,E$ONNE�����AND�!SSISTANT�0ROFESSOR�OF�#OMMUNICATION�3TUDIES�!NDREA�&RANTZ� ggg�gY\[Uc�UTe�l�!�( �G9<;5C�E " �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 vided a number of options, and I am unable to make mundane decisions without a great deal of deliberation, so I sat at the counter while I narrowed down my choices. For what it’s worth, I found the actual menu to be quite aesthetically pleasing, with pink and green colors and fonts. Equally as important, it includes a number of meal options. In addition to breakfast specials, the deli offers homemade soups and sandwiches, grilled and specialty sandwiches and salads. After some great debate I settled on old faithful, the turkey club and a large coffee (dependence on caffeine is a vice I do not wish to kick any time in the near future). The wait was a few minutes, but understandably so, since it seemed they had just opened and were preparing other things that had to be done. The person who waited on me was extremely polite and apologetic about the inconvenience, which definitely gets the deli points in my book. --~Dinner and a Movie I Dinner: Deli Divine BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor After hearing many good things about Deli Divine, Inc. located just past the YMCA on Northampton Street, I decided to stop in for a quick takeout lunch in the midst of an otherwise extremely hectic day. Although this is technically a “dinner review,” it seemed that the convenience of this restaurant, since it is so close to campus and the new movie theater, made it something that students may be interested in. Additionally, Deli Divine is only open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and I have a very busy schedule, so lunch seemed like the best and only option. The first thing that struck me upon entering Deli Divine was the way the seating was set up. With a plethora of tables and chairs (which had a certain charm), maneuvering through them reminded me of walking into a bistro in New York City, where one can’t take two steps without bumping into another person or object. This could be good, since I love little restaurants like that, and it could be bad, since walking through the mazelike array of tables can be slightly inconvenient, not to mention uncomfortable for those dining there. Nonetheless, I made my way to the counter (I was the only person there, so luckily, I didn’t knock any patrons out with my purse). The takeout menu pro- OCTOBER 9, 2006 When I finally got home I was able to dig in, and found that the sandwich also came with a mini bag of chips. With three slices of white bread, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, bacon and enough turkey to last until Thanksgiving, I was forced to disassemble somewhat, considering how immense it was. Overall, the sandwich was delicious, though I imagine it would be pretty difficult to mess up a club. If I happen to go there again, I would likely choose one of the specialty sandwiches, such as the Italian Divine, with provolone, cappicolla, sweet peppers, salami, lettuce and Italian dressing, though a sandwich like that calls for an extremely big appetite. Deli Divine is a good option for students not only because it is close to campus, but also because they give a 10% discount with student ID. Grade: B ...And a Movie: The Black Dahlia BY MIKE WILLIAMS Beacon Correspondent When someone mentions director Brian De Palma, most movie fans will automatically think of such past screen classics as Scarface, Carlito’s Way and The Untouchables. Unfortunately for both fans and De Palma alike, his new film is, much like the grisly crime with which it shares its name, a bloody mess. The Black Dahlia is loosely based, with a large emphasis on “loosely,” around the events of the actual Black Dahlia murder, in which a beautiful young actress was brutally murdered in the Hollywood hills. The idea of creating a suspense/thriller centered around what remains to this day one of California’s most intriguing and disturbing unsolved crimes seems like a good enough idea; however, rather than using the case’s fascinating history to develop a captivating murder mystery, De Palma opts to let the murder investigation take a back seat to nearly a dozen side stories which center around anything and everything including boxing, bank robberies, prostitution, extortion, crooked real estate deals and, strangest of all, the underground lesbian nightlife of 1940’s Los Angeles. Though the notion of combing all of these elements into one film may sound like the ingredients to the perfect gritty crime drama, the end result is anything but. Set in 1940’s L.A., the film begins promisingly enough, with two LAPD detectives, nicknamed “Mr. Fire” (Aaron Eckhart) and “Mr. Ice” (Josh Hartnett) investigating the murder of young actress Elizabeth Short through the city’s seedy underbelly. Adding a romantic angle to the storyline is the lovely Scarlett Johansson playing Eckhart’s wife, who is caught in a love triangle with both her cop husband and his partner. Regrettably, as the film nears the halfway point and the investigation begins to dig deeper, the movie quickly begins to unravel into a mess of sub-plots and back-stories, which eventually become so muddled that following the plot becomes virtually impossible. In terms of acting, The Black Dahlia has more lows than highs. Playing the closest thing this movie has to a hero is Josh Hartnett, who does a decent job playing the role of the classic tortured film noirish protagonist; however, his talents are underused as he spends more time tearing the clothes off and falling into bed with his female costars than he does trying to crack the case. Scarlett Johansson plays her part well, although as the plot moves along her role dwindles to little more than a cookie-cut- the ride, hamming it up as a femme fatale with the hots for Hartnett and a strange connection to Kirshner’s character. In the end, The Black Dahlia will leave most moviegoers with one simple question: “What happened?” With some major star power, interesting settings, intriguing plot devices and a great director, this film had the potential to become a classic; however, somewhere along the way the movie takes a turn for the worse, from which it can never recover. Throwing curveball after curveball at the audience, the film plot twists itself into submission, as it completely loses direction and befuddles the viewer. It is easy to imagine why a filmmaker adds in a plot twist every now and then, shaking things up and keeping the audience on its toes. Imagine now, if you will, a movie in which there is a plot twist every five minutes, each one changing your opinions on Courtesy http://bloggywood.se the characters and severely altering your grip on the plot itself. If you can fathom ter “damsel in distress” character. The this, you’re one step closer to being able two best performances in the film come to handle the unbridled disarray that is from Aaron Eckhart and Mia Kirshner, The Black Dahlia. who are, unfortunately, the film’s two If you want to pay the price of a ticket to most underused players. Eckhart, porwatch some pretty faces, hear some dirty traying a police officer spiraling out of words, see a little action and ultimately control in an attempt to solve a crime, is spend the rest of your night scratching forced to play second fiddle to Hartnett in your head, go see The Black Dahlia. If almost every scene, and Kirshner, as the you want to save yourself some cash (and murdered woman, is seen only in flashsome confusion) and see what De Palma backs and film clips watched by the offican really do when he’s on his A game, go cers investigating her death. Oscar award rent Scarface. winner Hillary Swank also tags along for Grade: C- �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 15 OCTOBER 9, 2006 LOCAL BAND SPOTLIGHT: Catapult Rome The Beacon: What are you goals as a band at the moment - building a fanbase, releasing an album, getting a tour together, etc.? Catapult Rome: We don’t really set many With an intense sound that they describe goals at the moment other than writing songs as “an old ship sinking into the cold black that will melt faces and playing lots of shows watery deep,” local band Catapult Rome is a and recording more. We just wanna stay band certainly worth checking out. buds and make music that makes us happy. The Beacon: Where exactly did your band name come from (is there a specific meaning behind it?) Catapult Rome: Yeah, we hate Rome...a lot. Haha, no I wanted to name it Rome and Brandon wanted to name it Catapult so over the course of a three minute IM conversation we ended up with Catapult Rome. We had other names in mind but I don’t remember now...I think Ill Monsters was one...I’m glad we used Catapult Rome. The Beacon: On your Myspace you describe your sound as ‘screamo.’ I think that as of late, the term screamo has come to encompass a lot of different sounds. Give a more detailed description of your sound, if you can. (I’d think maybe even post su~,1~ llrlricr, or melodic hardcore?) Courtesy www.siue.edu Catapult Rome: We sound like an old ship sinking into the cold black Consisting of Geoffrey Heidig on vocals, watery deep. We don’t really like to put ourTeddy Giovanini and Brandon Setta on guiselves in a genre, but we had to pick one. And tar, Bill Check on bass, and Erik Hasselitz we aren’t metal, or even really hardcore. We on drums, Catapult Rome has been together use lots of different types of music. We like for about six months. They currently have slow sleepy clean parts and spacey stoner a three song EP out and plan on doing reparts that sound like the end of humanity. We cording in the near future. Each member has sound like us, I guess. been in various bands in the past. Lead voThe Beacon: Along with that, what are calist Geoffrey Heidig currently has the solo some bands that have influenced you? project Miles to Texas and Bill Check is a Catapult Rome: I know when Brandon member of the local metal band Monarch. and I had the idea to start a band we wanted The Beacon recently caught up with them to be punk/hardcore like Saves the Day or and got to discuss screamo, choosing band something. But that got boring so and Brannames, and crazy rumors that get started. BY MARISSA PHILLIPS Beacon Asst. A&E Editor don was really getting into mid 90’s screamo, so we went with that and with everyone in the band it seemed to work so we did it. But as for bands I’d have to say anywhere from...I’m not sure like I said we just wanna melt faces. The ovBeacon: What would you say makes your band stand out among other screamo bands in the area? Catapult Rome: We’re not in it for girls or whatever. We don’t act the part of any kind of clique or anything. We’re just us. We don’t really fit with what people view as screamo nowadays. The Beacon: I know that you, Geoffrey, have the solo side project Miles to Texas. I saw you perform once, and the music was rather low-key and mellow compared to the singing (or rather, screaming) that you do in this band. Are those who know you from Miles to Texas kind of surprised to see you the front-man of a screamo band? Catapult Rome: Haha. No, I was in Down and Out, or better known as A Modern Day Massacre, before this and I played bass and did backing vocals and screaming so I don’t think people really care. The Beacon: For people who haven’t seen a screamo band perform, the shows are usually a lot more energetic and action-packed than most others. Describe the atmosphere when you guys perform - do you usually get a room full of spin kicks and hardcore dancing? Catapult Rome: No. We do encourage head banging to the point that your head falls off though. The Beacon: And as with every band, there always has to be some crazy show story. Throw out an outlandish story if you have one. If not, I’ll go with embarrassing. Catapult Rome: Um, there’s a rumor that Brandon caught on fire one night after Erik was sacrificing some cats. But that’s not really what happened. We’ve only had two shows as a band so other than that rumor nothing really outrageous happened. One night after a show with mine and Teddy’s old band we had a sword pulled on us while loading the car. But that was another band. Haha. The Beacon: By the way, you guys have a show on at Cafe Metropolis on October 29, which is just a few days away from Halloween...any chance you guys will be performing in costume? If not, I think you should take that idea into consideration (in the spirit of the season). Catapult Rome: No actually that show got moved to December 10 so we won’t be playing on the 29th which we’re kinda bummed about. To check out what sinking ships and the claimed the land for Ferdinand and Isabella of Spain, who sponsored his attempt to find a western route to China, India, and the fabled gold and spice islands of Asia October 13 1943: The government of Italy declares war on its former Axis partner Germany and joins the battle on the side of the Allies. October 14 1947: U.S. Air Force Captain Chuck Yeager becomes the first person to fly faster than the speed of sound. October 15 1965: In a demonstration staged by the student-run National Coordinating Committee to End the War in Vietnam, the first public burning of a draft card in the United States takes place. Note: All information provided by the History Channel and can be found at http://www.history.com/tdih.do Courtesy www.turbosquid.com end of humanity sound like, listen to this band at www.myspace.com/catapultrome. Also, check them out at Café Metropolis on November 18 and December 10. This Week in History BY MICHAEL GIONFRIDDO Beacon Correspondent October 9 1940: John Lennon is born in Liverpool, England. October 10 1951: President Harry S. Truman signs the Mutual Security Act, announcing to the world, and its communist powers in particular, that the U.S. was prepared to provide military aid to “free peoples.” October 11 1962: Pope John XXIII convenes an ecumenical council of the Roman Catho- lic Church, the first in 92 years. In summoning the ecumenical council, a general meeting of the bishops of the church, the pope hoped to bring spiritual rebirth to Catholicism and cultivate greater unity with the other braches of Christianity. October 12 1492: After sailing across the Atlantic Ocean, Italian explorer Christopher Columbus sights a Bahamian island, believing he has reached East Asia. His expedition went ashore the same day and �SPORTS 16 COMMENTARY OCTOBER 9, 2006 NEPA extends a warm welcome to the boys in pinstripes The Bronx Bombers prepare to bring their Triple-A talent to the area BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor Here they come...The Bronx Bombers, the Manhattan Mules, the Invaders. The New York Yankees recently finalized a deal with Lackawanna County to move the Triple-A farm team to NEPA to replace the exiting Philadelphia-based Red Barons club. For anyone who knows me it is quite clear that I am a Yankees fan. Now it may be true that I may not know every score of every game or know every player’s name throughout the club’s long history, but the Yankees are my team and that may have to do just a little MIDNIGHT MADNESS A large cheese pizza + an 8pc Breadsticks , CinnaStix or Cheesybread $9.99 +TAX VALID 12AM-CLOSE Expires 5/31/076 IMM I bit with a long-standing family tradition going back to my grandfather. Since the rumors began floating around that the Philadelphia Phillies were going to discontinue their long time affiliation with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Red Barons, fans began to wonder whether this was going to be the end of an era of professional baseball in this area just like many other businesses and events have seen their times comes and go here within NEPA. New rumors began to spread about what teams, if any, were going to move their farm ROWNIE Buy a large pizza at regular price and get a 1Ope order of our new warm brownies FREE Expires 10/8/06 lrvl team to the area. It was not until this season that the New York Yankees management made it clear that they were serious about calling the Lackawanna County Stadium home. For any Yankees fan the true dream is to go and see a game at Yankees Stadium in the Bronx, but sometimes that option is not possible. And for a college student on a limited budget and no car, it is especially difficult to get to the “House that Ruth Built” from WilkesBarre. Now, however, local fans (and poor college students) can look forward to Yankees baseball at Lackawanna County Stadium next spring. Wilkes-Barre 570-829-2900 154 s. Pennsylvania Ave Sun-Thur 11 am-2am Fri & Sat 11 am-4am Listening to conversations at the bar, on the streets, or at Rifkin Café the buzz about the Yankees is everywhere. With a multiyear contract, fans have eagerly snatched up season passes regardless of the price and are planning on making it a priority to see the Yankees version of the Red Barons as much as possible. That fact that they are here in NEPA and that ticket prices are fairly reasonable, it is even encouraging to someone like me to pick up the phone and buy a couple of tickets for games next season. I figure that I could be watching history in the making as the farm teams help to make the New York Yankees team of the future. And since the Yankees have retired early in the post-season this past weekend, it’s time to start thinking about the future. ~ ... ~ ~ �OCTOBER 9, 2006 SPORTS 17 COMMENTARY So Close, Yet So Far A Phillies fan reacts to the season that almost was BY TIM SEIGFRIED Beacon Asst. Sports Editor I remember where I was during opening day of the 2006 baseball season. I was at work, wondering how my favorite team, the Philadelphia Phillies, were faring in their opening day contest against the St. Louis Cardinals. On a break I called my brother for an update on the score, only to hear the words I’ve dreaded hearing: “Well, it can’t get much worse.” At the time, he was right. It was the fourth inning, and the Cardinals had the lead, 8-0. I could only hope this wasn’t a sign for things to come. Unfortunately, I was wrong…sort of. It would take four more games for the Phillies to get their first victory of the season, a 6-3 win against the Los Angeles Dodgers, a game which I had the pleasure to attend. The game was very average, with the Phils’ highly hyped offense having been stymied for most of the contest. It ended with a walk-off homerun from the most unlikely of hitters, Bobby Abreu, who I hoped could break out of his slump dating back to the 2005 season. I can’t remember the small details, like the pitch count, or whether it was a slider or a fastball. All I do remember is, along with the rest of the stadium, I was doing my part by willing the ball over the fence. I don’t know if it worked, but the ball barely cleared the left field wall, sending the crowd into a frenzy. Say what you want about the fans from Philadelphia, but they can bring a stadium to life like few other teams…and I’ve been to Fenway Park when David Ortiz came to bat. During spring training, the Phillies were shaping up to be one of the contenders in the National League. They were, of course, overshadowed by the New York Mets, the 2006 season. whose off season work turned the team But something happened that afternoon, from Queens into a King in the NL East. as they pummeled Florida in an 11-5 vicThe Phillies had a lot of things going their tory. way: a pitching staff comprised of young On a whim, a friend and I drove to Philatalent such as Ryan Madson and Gavin delphia to catch the second game, which Floyd leading the way, anchored by a vet- had an attendance of no more than 20,000, eran closer Tom “Flash” Gordon. An of- but you would never guess by the sound of fense that had two of the breakouts of 2005: the crowd. second baseman Chase Despite the team’s Utley, as well as shortfailure to win, there stop Jimmy Rollins, was much more at who ended the season stake. Howard was with a 36 game hit starting to break out streak. The Phils also offensively, and we had returning stars were starting to get Bobby Abreu and Pat a good look at Cole Burrell in the outfield, Hamels, who spent along with centerfieldtwo starts with Trier Aaron Rowand, who ple A Scranton/Wilwas acquired from the kes-Barre, where he World Series Champiessentially struck out ons Chicago White Sox every batter he faced. in a trade that sent Jim But more importantThome to the Windy ly, in the absence of City, a move that gave Bobby Abreu, who slugging first baseman most viewed as the and 2005 Rookie of best player on the the Year Ryan Howard team, the fans saw a chance to be in the what has been absent Photo courtesy google.com lineup everyday. from the team since It seems that the deck Utley was a bright spot for the Phillies the days of “Dutch,” was stacked in the Phil- in 2006: He was chosen as a starter in the “Dude” and lies favor, as the front of the All-Star game and had a 35 game “Wild Thing.” their lineup was packed hitting streak. A leader. with speed which gave It was the fourth way to the big bats in the middle. inning, and Chase Utley just doubled, exUnfortunately, it was not meant to be, as tending his hitting streak to 31 games. And the Phils found themselves struggling to at that moment, it seems the mantle of leadstay afloat for the first part of the season. ership had been passed. The crowd was in The month of May would prove to be a a frenzy that night, as Utley would connect turnaround point of sorts, as they went 12-1 again for a homerun later in the contest, in the first two weeks to pull within striking along with a moon shot from Howard that distance of the division lead. resulted in a 9-2 victory. The feeling I had when it looked like The numbers on the scoreboard weren’t everything was starting to come together that significant, because the game had so evaporated quickly, as they slowly trudged much more meaning than just another notch through June and July, falling well below in the win column. It saw the rejuvenation the .500 mark for the season. of a team that was long overdue for someIt wasn’t until July 30, right before the thing big to happen. trade deadline, that the team came to life. And something big did happen, as the And I was there to see it. Phils would go on a roll in August and SepIt was game one of a doubleheader with tember. the Florida Marlins that saw the first part During those two months, the fans were of the turnaround. During that game, the privvy to some of the most memorable moPhillies traded longtime outfielder Bobby ments of the 2006 season, including the Abreu and pitcher Cory Lidle to the New exorcising of the ghosts of the Houston York Yankees in what was viewed as a sal- Astros, dating back to last season when the ary dump, and a sign of contrition as they Phillies were winless against Houston, and were essentially waving the white flag on ultimately ended up trailing them by less than a game at the end of the 2005 season. In true Philadelphia fashion, finally a courtesy a walk-off homerun in the 10th inning by Utley, in a game that also saw a pitcher’s duel between living legend Roger Clemens and young phenom Cole Hamels. In the end, it would be the veteran Clemens who blinked first, making way for one of the most memorable wins for the Phillies in the 2006 season. In a season that contained such moments, whether it was Chase Utley’ hitting streak, the genesis of Hamels’ career, or Ryan Howard’s memorable march towards 60 homeruns, fans can’t help but feel remorse for the fact that it was just one more season that the Phillies have come so close, but still not close enough. But baseball is a great game. And there is always next year. 2006 Team Leaders: I .313 I AVG I Ryan Howard - - - HR Ryan Howard 58 - RBI Ryan Howard 149 - Runs Chase Utley 131 SB Jimmy Rollins 36 Wins Brett Myers Saves Tom Gordon I.-- K I'-- Brett Myers - 12 -~ 34 189 ~ - Chase Utley (32) and Jimmy Rollins (25) became the first pair of middle infielders in National League history to hit 25 homeruns in the same season. -Ryan Howard set the Phillies single season homerun record (58) by surpassing Mike Schmidt (48, set in 1980). - Chase Utley(.425, 6, 24) was named the NL Player of the Month for July, Ryan Howard for August(.348, 14, 41) and September(.387, 9, 20). �18 SPORTS OCTOBER 9, 2006 GAME OF THE WEEK Philadelphia Flyers vs. New York Rangers BY BOB GOVAEEA Beacon Correspondent It’s that time of year again. Fall has returned, which means the weather is getting cooler while the days are getting shorter. With the return of fall brings the baseball playoffs, the NBA training camps, and most importantly, the start of a new hockey season. This week’s big match up is a long time rivalry game between the Philadelphia Flyers and the New York Rangers. The Flyers come into this game after a first-round playoff loss and a long off-season in which the front office made a lot of moves to make the team younger and quicker. The biggest announcement was the retirement of the Flyers center and long-time captain Keith Primeau, due to post concussion syndrome. This news led the Flyers to make their young players the core of the team. Second year centers Mike Richards, Jeff Carter and R.J. Umberger will have to step up and not only be more productive on offense, but also become leaders in the locker room and on the ice. Kyle Calder, a leftwing acquired via trade from Chicago who led the Blackhawks with 59 points, was also brought over to increase the Flyers offensive production. The Flyers also got more quickness on defense with the return of Joni Pitkanen from a season full of injuries and by signing Lars Jonsson from Sweden. Of course, the Flyers are lead by their newly crowned captain Peter Forsberg, who had 75 points after only playing in 60 games but tends to miss some games in the season due to chronic ankle problems. Simon Gagne led the team with 79 points and is the player on the Flyers who benefits most from Forsberg’s presence. The Flyers also have goalies Robert Esche and Antero Nittymaki returning who both had a 2.97 goals against average last season. Both goaltenders could start for any team in the league. The key to the Flyers this season is for them to start healthy. They lost many of their games last year mainly because they had a lot of key players injured all season long. The Rangers also made a quick exit in the first round of last year’s playoffs. The Rangers have the same idea as the Flyers: build a team around young stars. Jaromir Jagr who finished second in the league for goals scored last season leads the Rangers on offense. He will be joined by newly acquired teammates Brendan Shanahan and Matt Cullen. Secondyear man Petr Pruch who the Rangers hope builds on his strong rookie season of 30 goals in 68 games, joins these veterans up front. However, the Rangers are not as strong on defense as they are on offense. Signing free agent Aaron Ward makes the defense tougher, but not that much better. The Rangers have second year goaltender Henrik Lundquist coming back after a sensational rookie year, finishing with a record of 30-12 and having a 2.24 goals-against average. Kevin Weeks is a solid back up. It should be an interesting seasons for the Rangers with the mix of young talent and proven veterans. On Tuesday night, the Flyers and the Rangers will add another page to their storied rivalry. The games between these two teams are always entertaining and certainly always hard-hitting. After dropping their first two games of the season, the Flyers hope to come out of Tuesday’s game with their first win of the season. In their first game of the season, the Flyers were shut Double Take Andee examines the stats that truly matter... BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Asst. Opinion Editor out 4-0 by the Pittsburgh Penguins. In their second game, the Flyers lost to the New York Rangers 5-4 after a 13-round overtime shootout. The Rangers, however, have started the season with a record of 2-0. The Rangers defeated the Washington Capitals 5-2 before taking the first game against the Flyers in this early-season doubleheader. The Flyers come into Tuesday’s game with Simon Gagne leading the team with 2 goals, with Peter Forsberg right behind him with 1 goal. Joni Pitkanen leads the team in assists with 3, followed again by Forsberg with 1 assist. Antero Nittymaki comes into the game with a 3.69 goals against average. For the Rangers, Jaromir Jagr comes into the game with 1 goal and 3 assists, while Brendan Shanahan comes into the game with 2 goals and 1 assist. Goaltender Henrik Lundquist comes into the game with a 2.88 goals against average. With the Flyers being 0-2 and the Rangers being 2-0, to most people it would seem as though the Rangers would be the safe pick. But what you have to remember is that the Rangers have a good amount of veterans on their roster, while the Flyers depend largely on players who are relatively new to playing in the NHL. The Flyers also have a great coach in Ken Hitchcock who will be designing a gamelan to get the team’s first win against a hated divisional rival. It will be a close game, but after the Flyers youngsters get their first win, the rest will come a lot easier. The Pick: Flyers 3, Rangers 2 Seems like the Rangers are really tackling the Flyers this seasons. Who thought I’d ever follow hockey. I really don’t, you know. It seems so unorganized; bunch of men flopping around on a sheet of ice tossing a stale Oreo cookie back and forth. However, I digress. I took notice to the Ranger’s lovely roster of names. Kasparaitis: What kind of terrible name is that? And how many syllables are in that name? Having had a four syllable last name for my entire life, I can tell you that it is nothing short of a burden. I also noticed an individual Jed Ortmeyer. That name reminds me of a large bumbling oaf. I couldn’t possibly route for a man with that name. I hope somebody from the flyers smashes him into the side of the rink for having that name. After all of this, I’m sure you all know my decision on this week’s “Game of the Week”. If you picked the Flyers, you’re wrong. They have a guy named Knuble on their team. Knuble; the name practically offends me. Go Rangers! Photo courtesy google.com Kasparitis loves his name. �OCTOBER 9, 2006 Athlete of the Week: Keith Cavallotti BY CARLTON HOLMES Beacon Asst. Sports Editor It was the homecoming grand finale for Wilkes University seniors, and they all went out with a bang by blowing out the Lycoming Warriors 37-7. One senior, Keith Cavallotti, emerged from the pack to gain homecoming Most Valuable Player of the game and Beacon Athlete of the Week honors. Cavallotti, senior defensive lineman from Scranton put on a memorable defensive show with a total of five tackles, and a surprising three sacks of the team’s eight. “It was a great performance. He is a great player, and he is on a great team. Our coach asked the team to go out there and make plays, and he went out there and did it,” said fellow senior defensive lineman Rex Harris. SPORTS The Colonels defense gladly shut down the Warriors by only giving up 14 rushing yards, which equates to a sad average of .5 rushing yards per play. Cavallotti was at the forefront of that stubborn Colonel defense, and was a key factor in their homecoming victory. Cavallotti is in the process of leaving his mark on this year’s Wilkes football story with a total of 24 tackles, 3 forced fumbles, and 8 sacks on the season. Junior Franklin native Jason Acquaye believes, “Cav is the shining star of the defensive line, and he is a great person, and great athlete, and that combination helps gel our defense.” With the Colonels playing efficiently winning all five of their games, we should expect more “great” play from Cavallotti as he leads his defense to the promise land. The Beacon/Todd Weibel Wilkes senior defensive lineman Keith Cavallotti records a sack against Lycoming on 10/07. Cavallotti had 3 sacks and 5 tackles on the day and was named player of the game. Cavallotti has 24 tackles, 3 forced fumbles, and 8 sacks on the season. 13 The number of wins by the women’s tennis team so far this season which breaks the previous school record of 12 wins in a single season. The team also remains undefeated with a 9-0 record in the conference. 19 The Beacon/Todd Weibel Wilkes University’s crew team finished in third place on 10/07. It was the first regatta hosted by Wilkes in nearly 20 years. WEEKEND RECAPS Football Wilkes University used a smothering defense and a balanced offensive attack to roll past Middle Atlantic Conference rival Lycoming College 37-7 on Homecoming Day at Ralston Field. With the victory, the 16th-ranked Colonels improved to 5-0 overall and 4-0 in the MAC. Lycoming sees their overall and conference marks fall to 3-2. Men’s Soccer The Wilkes University men’s soccer team remained unbeaten in Freedom Conference play with a 2-1 victory at FDU-Florham on Saturday afternoon. The Colonels improved to 9-3 overall and 4-0 in the conference, while the Devils fell to 3-8-1 overall and 0-3-1 in conference play. Women’s Soccer Megan Sweeney scored all three goals for FDU-Florham to lead her team to a 3-1 Freedom Conference women’s soccer win over Wilkes University on Saturday afternoon. The win improves the Devils to 8-4-1 overall and 4-0 in the conference. Wilkes sees their overall record slip to 7-4-1 and their conference mark fall to 2-1-1. Volleyball Wilkes University came up on the short end of a pair of 3-1 volleyball decisions on Saturday. The Lady Colonels dropped a 19-30, 30-25, 30-27, 30-24 verdict to Montclair State University, and fell to host William Paterson University by scores of 30-28, 30-28, 28-30, 30-28. The two losses move Wilkes to 6-18 overall Field hockey FDU-Florham scored once in each half to post a 2-0 Freedom Conference field hockey win over Wilkes University on Saturday afternoon at Artillery Park. The Devils improved to 9-3 overall and 3-1 in the conference, while the Lady Colonels slipped to 5-6 overall and 1-3 in conference play. NUMBERS OF THE WEEK 8 14 37 Number of goals scored by the field hockey team in their win over non-conference rival St. Vincent College. Wilkes University Athletics Hall of Fame inducted the 14th class on Sunday Oct. 8th. Number of points scored by the Colonel football team in their win against Lycoming on Saturday Oct. 7th. �Sports OCTOBER 9, 2006 20 Preview of the week: Field Hockey BY CARLTON HOLMES Beacon Asst. Sports Editor Sometimes in sports, a team will struggle. But it takes great character along with composure to turn things around. Developing the concept of taking it one game at a time is an important start. The Lady Colonels field hockey team will look to reflect that concept and snatch a win against Drew University on Saturday October 14. The Lady Colonels begin the second half of the season with a record of 5-6 after losing a close game Saturday against FDU 2-0. With ten veterans returning including junior captain Hilary Weber who earned 2nd team All Conference honors last year, the Lady Colonels should find “rebounding” a lot easier. “We need to act instead of reacting against teams,” said head coach Sara Fuller. Fuller is in her second season at Wilkes after end- ing last year with a record of 9-10, and earning a spot in the Freedom Conference playoffs. Fuller has led the Lady Colonels to an impressive defensive attack that allowed only 1.76 goals per contest. “She prepares us to fix what we have done before,” said sophomore forward Diana Wright regarding coach Fuller’s pre-game strategy. The Lady Colonels are currently ranked 6th in the conference, and will look to defeat the 7th seeded Drew University Rangers. The Rangers have a struggling 0-7 record, which should make it easy for the Lady Colonel’s to bounce back from being under .500. Rangers have only 6 goals to show for the season, and have allowed an embarrassing 21 points in their first seven games. The Rangers return two starters from last season, and will try to repeat performances from 2000-2004 when they took the Freedom Conference title all four years. The Beacon/Todd Weibel Wilkes senior Courtney Eleazer takes control during the field hockey game against FDU-Fordham on 10/07. Wilkes lost the game, 2-0. Campus Calendar. p.m. *Men’s soccer vs. DeSales - 2:30 p.m. Tuesday (10/10) *Women’s soccer vs. Misericordia 4:00 p.m. *Women’s volleyball vs. DeSales 7:00 p.m. Sunday (10/15) *Field hockey vs. Philadelphia - 1:00 p.m. Saturday(10/21) * Women’s Tennis @ Middle Atlantic Conference Individual Championships, Bethlehem - 9:00 AM Monday(10/16) *No events scheduled * Women’s Volleyball vs. Marywood/ Albright - 11:00 AM Tuesday(10/17) * Field Hockey vs. Arcadia 4:00 PM * Field Hockey @ SUNY Cortland 1:00 PM Thursday (10/12) *Women’s tennis vs. PSU Berks 3:30 p.m. Friday (10/13) *No events scheduled--Fall break begins Saturday (10/14) *Field hockey @ Drew - 11:30 a.m. *Women’s soccer vs. Delaware Valley - 12:00 p.m. *Football @ Lebanon Valley - 1:00 WIN CASH * No events scheduled Monday (10/9) *Women’s tennis @ East Stroudsburg - 3:00 p.m. Wednesday (10/11) *Men’s soccer vs. Neumann - 4:00 p.m. *Field hockey vs. Widener - 4:30 p.m. Find this Picture on Campus and... * Football vs. Moravian 1:00 PM Wednesday(10/18) *Men’s Soccer @ Scranton 7:00 PM *Kirby Lecture, DDD, 7:30 PM Thursday(10/19) * Field Hockey vs. Scranton - 4:00 PM * Women’s Soccer @ Scranton - 7:00 PM Friday(10/20) * Women’s Soccer @ SUNY Cortland - 1:00 PM * Men’s Soccer @ Elizabethtown 4:30 Sunday(10/22) * Women’s Tennis @ Middle Atlantic Conference Individual Championships, Bethlehem - 9:00 AM This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University’s campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put “Campus Picture” as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $10 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. Congratulations to Kristina Erat who correctly identified last week’s shot, which was taken in the basement of the Stark Learning Center. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 October 9th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 October 9 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/11deacdce7ab93d73814d36a7ae4e690.pdf 770333a928acd4da288ac70b136516d7 PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA The THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Volume 59 Issue 6 www.wilkesbeacon.com OCTOBER 23, 2006 Student-led protest greets President at rally for Sherwood BY ANDREW SEAMAN Beacon Correspondent Inside, a few hundred people in business and patriotic garb were seated at twenty-five circular tables with different tablecloths that read, “Re-elect Don Sherwood,” “Keystone State” and “2006.” Outside was another scene, with different messages: about 60 to 70 protestors in front of a tent with two banners which read, “We Pray For Your Impeachment” and “War = Terrorism.” But the protestors were not outside the Friends of Don Sherwood reception at Keystone College to make a stance against the Republican 10th Congressional District incumbent, who in 2005 admitted to an extramarital affair. Instead, most of the protestors gathered at Keystone College to see the person over one hundred people paid $2,500 to have their picture taken with: President George W. Bush. Bush flew to NEPA to raise funds for Sherwood’s re-election bid and stump for the Republican party. Bush, who is no stranger to protestors, went on with his show, mentioning how pleased he was to be on stage with Congressman Sherwood, and how moved he was by Carol Sherwood’s letter stating her husband is “a good man.” Most of the president’s speech reiterated what the Republican party hopes to accomplish in the next four years, and how much he looks for- The Beacon/Andrew Seaman Protesters gather on the Keystone College campus last Thursday to meet Presdent Bush. The Commander-inchief was in town to promote the re-election of Don Sherwood. See BUSH page 5 Rendell making his way to the ‘Valley With a Heart’ BY MEGAN KRISANDA Beacon Correspondent Get out and vote! That is the message Governor Ed Rendell is bringing to Wilkes University on Tuesday, October 24. A rally is scheduled from 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in the Henry Student Center at the old bookstore’s location on the first floor. With election day right around the corner, the rally serves as an opportunity for students to learn about the power of the vote from prominent state Democrats. Tentatively scheduled to speak along with Governor Rendell during the event will be Wilkes University President Tim Gilmour, Wilkes-Barre Mayor Thomas Leighton and U.S. Representative Paul E. Kanjorski. The main message will be to motivate college students to register to vote, if they haven’t already, and vote in this coming election. “Governor Rendell wants to get the votes out. He feels like this is an impor- tant election to do so, and that every vote counts,” said David Sborz, sophomore class president. Members of College Democrats and president John Botch are responsible for Governor Rendell’s appearance; however, the event is not exclusive to Democrats. Students interested in all parties--Democrat, Republican, Independent or Green--are encouraged to participate. “Governor Rendell’s message is to get the students to come out and vote regardless of party lines and have your voices heard,” said Sborz. The event is open to the public and free of charge. Sborz anticipates a large crowd at the rally. College Misercordia, King’s College and other regional colleges are invited to attend as well. “What we’re noticing across America, [is that] students always have something to say about what is See RENDELL page 2 In This Issue... The Angry Server PAGE 7 Colonel Bob PAGE 9 Bad Moon on the Rise... P A G E 15 Index News................................1-5 Opinion.............................6-8 Features.........................9-11 Arts & Entertainment....12-15 Sports...........................16-20 �NEWS OCTOBER 23, 2006 2 Music Downloading Weckesser Watts Bush 2 3 4 5 Wilkes begins crackdown on illegal music downloading RIAA issues copyright infringements to University BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. News Editor Why is it that students choose to ignore what they know is illegal? They go over the speed limit and they drink before they’re 21. Most do it because they think they’ll never be caught. However, Wilkes University officials have recently taken the steps to catch students who engage in another illegal activity- downloading copyrighted music without consent. Mark Allen, Dean of Student Affairs, explained how the university is working with the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) to stop illegal music downloads on campus. “The RIAA notifies the university that there was a copyright infringement and we can track it down to the time, a specific student at what port and what they actually downloaded,” he said. Mike Salem, chief operations officer of ITS, described the technical aspect of this new system. “Each computer obtains an internet address, known as an IP address, when it connects to the internet. RENDELL from FRONT PAGE going on in our society today... [They] have their own opinions and unless they vote, no one is going to hear them,” said Sborz. College Democrats Political Affairs Director, Rob Donahue, emphasized how easy it is to register to vote and the power our generation has to shape government. “We can change the course of what America believes, if our generation just comes out and votes. It’s that simple. It takes less than five minutes to fill out the registration card,” said Donahue. There will be an opportunity to ask Gov. Rendell questions at the end of the rally. Pizza and refreshments will also be available. This address is used just like your house number to send and receive packets over the internet. When each address is assigned it is associated to the student’s userID when it is issued.” Salem continued, “So what happens is we get an RIAA infringement notification. The notice contains details including an IP address. We are able to tell which userId was issued that IP Address at the point in time the notice states, and identify the person who the notice was pertaining to.” “The university has a responsibility to address the illegal acts. The Digital Millenium Copyright Act is in place and gives instructions and guideline as to what we should be doing to educate students with respect to illegal down- loading,” said Allen. He added that Wilkes is taking these offenses very seriously and disciplinary actions will ensue. Barbara King, Associate Dean of Student Affairs, discussed the offenses. “For the time being, students are sent a letter of warning for the first offense. The infringement letter from ITS has the date, time and what student. It is very difficult to deny that.” About eight first offenses have been issued thus far. Student Affairs has yet to have a second offense and disciplinary actions for repeat offenders is still in discussion, because, according to King, “the university is held responsible for the students’ actions.” “Most students claim they are not aware [that downloading mu- sic is illegal], but it can have severe repercussions. The recording industry does this as a spot check, but once your name is on the radar, I have to think you are more closely looked at,” concluded King. The university is not only disciplining students, but trying to educate them about how to download music correctly. Philip Ruthkosky, director of student development noted, “We are trying to take a proactive approach to educate students on how to download music the right way. We are trying to work with Apple. Also, we hope a student will become a campus representative to work with Student Affairs and tell students how to download legally.” “In addition to it being wrong, students are jeopardizing their own information and it also puts them at a personal risk from a legal perspective,” said Allen. “Since Wilkes has been in existence we have complied with the law and educated students as to what is illegal. Because of ready access, students have significant knowledge as to how to download illegally. They cannot do this from a moral and legal stance.” B E ACON Serving the community through fair and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers. Editorial Staff LimeWire Student Government Notes -A donation request for $2,520 for a Biology cancer research trip to Miami passed 35-0-0. -Representatives acknowledged two events for the week: Texas Hold ‘Em tournament held last Wednesday night and Casino Night was Friday in the Henry Student Center Grand Ballroom. -Get Out and Vote Rally will be held Tuesday, October 23. from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) -Oct Capellafest will be held Saturday, October 28 at 7:30 p.m. in the Henry Student Center Grand Ballroom. -McGlynn Learning Center Halloween Party for kids will be held October 24, from 5-8 p.m. in the Henry Student Center Grand Ballroom. 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River St. First Floor, Conyngham Hall, Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 -l#LKtS llN!VfRSITY- wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �OCTOBER 23, 2006 NEWS 3 Historic Weckesser nears final days as administrative hub Historians question taking mansion out of everyday use BY NICK PODOLAK Beacon News Editor The stories a nearly century-old mansion can tell... Some say it’s haunted. Others can recall photos of a bustling ballroom dotted with glittering ladies and business magnates. Or imagine never having to back out of your own driveway again. Every morning before work the car is already parked facing the street. For Frederick and Anna Weckesser, this dream was a reality as their garage (now known as Weckesser Annex) featured a rotating turntable that effectively put an end to their use of the rear-view mirror, at least as they left the estate. Weckesser Hall, the 90-year old mansion that for years has been home to both the President’s and Provost’s offices, among other administrative and meeting spaces, will soon be taken out of everyday use as staffers move to the newly refurbished UCOM building on Main Street as part of the shift to centralize all administrative services. “Weckesser Hall should be pretty much vacated by the end of this year,” said Vice President of General Council/Finance and Support Scott Byers, who added that Weckesser will primarily be for reserved conference meetings following the move. “[Weckesser] is a beautiful building that we want to maintain, but it’s not set up to go through a day to day bang that you could put an office function in,” he said. Built between 1914 and 1916, the mansion was bequeathed to Wilkes in 1956 by Frederick J. Weckesser, who served as director and member of the executive committee for F.W. Woolworth and Company. The house, which was designed by architect Charles H. P. Gilbert (Woolworth Mansion in NYC), had a face value of $150,000 according to Acestry.com, making it the most expensive house ever built in the city of Wilkes-Barre. It included Beaux-style architecture, an elevator, third floor ball room, a turntable, and numerous servants, who Lady Weckesser apparently went through at a great rate. “She was not the easiest person to get along with,” said Dr. Harold Cox, Professor Emeritus and university archivist, with a wry smile. “She went through a whole bunch of maids and suddenly wound up with a pair that spent the rest of their lives there, even after the old man died in the mid fifties. All three women apparently had an interesting relationship. Exactly what that relationship was I haven’t figured out yet,” Cox said. The move of key administrative offices from Weckesser to the UCOM has drawn heavy criticism among historians who think the hall could be put to better use, such as for campus tours and extra classroom space. “It’s a terrible waste of a wonderful historical building,” said associate history professor John Hepp. “They don’t really seem to have a plan for it, and I honestly believe its best use was how it was being used, as administrative offices. Look at the building they’re moving into. It’s an ugly, cheap warehouse.” But Weckesser will not sit empty or unattended. Byers said he plans to hire an architectural firm to help develop and share new designs with the campus community. Renovations, such as the replacement of the mansion’s 100-year old internal gutter system, will be discussed over spring and should be put into place over the summer to early fall. “It seems to me that Wilkes, when it used [Weckesser Hall] as an administration building, was making a statement--a statement connecting the University with the city’s past--and now they’re moving into a building with a ten year life expectancy halfway through its life expectancy. I just hope that Wilkes cares for [Weckesser] because to me, that’s probably the greatest gem on this campus,” Hepp said. Internship Fair Gain experience while earning credits! When: Thursday, October 26, 2006, 11am to 1:30pm Where: Henry Student Center Ballroom- 2nd Floor This is an opportunity to meet employers for Spring & Summer Internships. Internships available in: -Business -Communications -Sociology -English -Engineering -Psychology -Criminology -Political Science -Integrative Media -Math/ Computer Science * Wear professional attire ! * Bring a current resume that has been approved by the Cooperative Education office, an advisor, or Career Services! Meet Employers from: -Gabriele Shelter -Fox 56 -Enterprise Rent A Car - Target ...and many more! -Vintage Tub -Step By Step The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Housing many administrative offices-including the President and Provost-since 1956, the historic Weckesser Hall will be vacated by the end of this year as current staffers move to the UCOM bulding. The mansion will be used for reserved conference meetings. Questions? Contact Sharon Castano through the Cooperative Education Office, at sharon.castano@wilkes.edu or 408-2950 �OCTOBER 23, 2006 NEWS 4 J.C. Watts challenges crowd to evaluate American values Kirby lecture punctuated by ‘We, the People’ message period of the evening asking what Watts believed was going to happen in the midterm elections. Contradict“What do you want America to be when ing other political you grow up?” former Congressman J.C. pundits in his reWatts challenged the audience at the Dorosponse, Watts posthy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing tulated that if the Arts on Wednesday, October 18. Republicans turn Throughout the former Congressman’s out, by the end of Kirby Lecture last week and in an exclusive election night the interview with The Beacon, Watts offered Republicans will his own answer to the question he posed, again win the maenvisioning an America guided by “We, the jority in the Senate people.” and the House. Watts’ main theme to a near capacity An audience crowd in the theater focused on American member then folvalues. Using the World War II generation lowed up with the as an example, Watts told the audience “perquestion on many sonal responsibility, sacrifice, commitment, voters’ minds this hard work, family” are the values they have season, “Why passed down to American people which, should the Repub“gave us a foundation for a future like no licans deserve another, around the world.” other chance?” Watts noted that addressing today’s issues Watts explained, was essential for planning the country’s fuhe believes that Courtesy Marketing Communications ture. “I’m afraid if we don’t think through the Republicans [the serious problems facing the U.S.], these J.C. Watts delivers his “We, the People” speech for the Allan P. can turn it around college students, by the time they are my Kirby lecture on his Wednesday, October 18 visit. as long as they age they are going to pay a tremendous price turned back over to the people. Watts said, turn ‘Rome’ back to the people. in the terms of their sustenance, in terms of “Friends I take very seriously that part that In a private interview following the lectheir capital, and wealth creation and income. says, ‘We, the people.’ You, me, us, we are ture, Watts turned his attention to the current They are going to pay a tremendous price.” the government. It is not the 535 people state of politics and campaign strategies. He As for a solution, the former Congress- and the president in Washington, D.C. said his guess would be that the man who man turned to one of his favorite movies, We need ‘Rome’ to be given back to the asked the specific question about the ReGladiator, and the point at which Rome was people.” publican party was a Republican, and upset Watts’ own answer to what he with the party. “We’ve had spending issues. wants America to be when he We’ve had corruption issues. We’ve had the grows up emphasized the impor- Mark Foley deal. As I said to him, I’m not tance of education. He noted that willing to paint with a broad brush and say even people who live in public that all Democrats are like some Democrat housing should be able to send that get caught with a hand in the cookie jar. their children to private school, I’m not willing to say that all Republicans because the president can. Social are like Tom Delay or that they should be One in twelve college males ad- Security, mandatory spending judged by Mark Foley. I think most folks national security were issues are fair enough that they are going to judge mit to having committed acts that and that the former Congressman said members by what they say they are going to meet the legal definition of rape must be addressed, and free en- do in their respected districts.” terprise is a way to do that. As for who Watts believes will run for or acquaintance rape. “Free enterprise is alive and President in 2008, he said, “I think the well in America but I do think it people you’ve heard about up to this point.” gets a little convoluted and the He mentioned that Senators John McCain, waters get muddy.” This recogni- Mitt Romney, New York Governor George tion led the former Congressman Pataki, and former New York mayor, Rudy to his closing point that, “charac- Guiliani are all key contenders for the Reter does matter.” publican nomination. Dr. Jeff Alves, Allan P. Kirby, “On the Democratic side...[there’s] one -Sponsored by Health Services Jr. Professor of Free Enterprise surprise. I thought Senator Clinton...had to and coordinator of the lecture se- be relieved Mark Warner [former Virginia http://www.factsontap.org/factsontap/risky/the_facts.htm ries, began the question/answer Governor] dropped out of the race...because BY ANDREW SEAMAN Beacon Asst. News Editor Frightening Facts: I thought he was a dark horse that was getting lighter, and he was a governor,” said Watts. But he added that one of the people he said he would keep his eye on is Illinois Democratic Senator Barack Obama, who he believes will run. Watt emphasized that Obama’s candidacy could have a significant impact on the country and the Democratic party in part because Obama is African American. “I think there is an uneasiness in much of the black community about the Democratic party. I don’t think they’ll openly say that, but I’ve got black Democrat friends that are unhappy with the Democrat leadership, and I can guarantee you Democrats have no chance nationally if they don’t get 85% of the black vote. So, I think [Democrats] need to give some thought on how to shore up their constituents.” Might the Democrats, or anyone else for that matter, succeed through negative campaigning? According to Watts, the chances are yes. “The bottom line is, negative ads work. I don’t care how much people say they are sick of them, they work. And the way they work is this: let’s say there are three candidates in the race [Republican, Democrat and Independent], and I run a negative ad on you and you don’t respond to it. People might get mad at me for running a negative ad, but if you don’t respond to it, you know what they say… it must be true. “At the end of the day, the third candidate might pick up some votes from the people who say they are sick of negative ads, but he or she...is not going to pick up much. So, the bottom line is nobody goes into the ballot box and gives [you] credit for running a positive campaign...I didn’t like them when they were running against me. Some vicious things were said, but I finally concluded… that’s just the price I have to pay to make a difference. And the final thing is, as my daddy use to say to me, dogs don’t bark at parked cars.” Watts, who served four terms as the representative of the 4th district of Oklahoma and worked his way up to become part of the Republican leadership, was also an accomplished football player who became the Most Valuable Player for the Grey Cup, which is the equivalent of the Super Bowl in Canada. Following his football career, Watts returned to Oklahoma and served as both a youth minister and associate pastor for the Southern Baptist Church. Currently, Watts heads J.C. Watts Companies based in Washington D.C. that reported $25 million in revenue in 2005. He published the book What Color is a Conservative? in 2002. �NEWS OCTOBER 23, 2006 BUSH from FRONT PAGE to working with Congressman Sherwood in the future. After the President finished his speech and the usual shaking hands and signing autographs, he was back in his motorcade headed for Air Force One. The public and press (except for those with the president) were kept inside the athletic center until his motorcade left the area. But this was not before the group of protestors greeted President Bush on his way out. The groups of protestors were diverse: college and high school students, adults and the elderly. The students who organized the protest were Keystone students, Katie Bower and April Guse. Guse noted that one of the reasons students felt the need to protest was the way the armed forces recruit on college campuses and high schools. According to the United States Department of Education, lo- cal education agencies receiving funds from the Elementary and Secondary Education Act must give recruiters the same directory information on students they give secondary institutions. However, if an agency does not release the three main features of directory information (name, address, telephone number) to secondary schools, they still must provide them to the military recruiters. A parent can opt out of this program, which means no directory information is sent to the military. Guse argued that young people should “be aware of the issues.” The students were also driven by a number of other causes, which included the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, which Bower called “appalling,” the war in Iraq, treatment of detainees and basic human rights. Social Security was also a key issue for some protestors. Pennsylvania Action, a non-partisan group whose mission according to its website is “to educate the public to fight for social programs that serve all of us” organized on this MIDNIGHT MADNESS A large cheese pizza + an 8pc Breadsticks , CinnaStix or Cheesybread $9.99 +TAX VALID 12AM-CLOSE Expires 5/31/076 IMM I The Beacon/Andrew Seaman A protester flies a banner praying for the impeachment of President George W. Bush, who was at Keystone College on Thursday, October 19. protest issue. Craig Kaufman and Nathan Hamme served as spokespeople for the Pennsylvania Action group at Keystone on Thursday. Kaufman said Pennsylvania Action is a group concerned with the “privatization of Social Security and Medicare D.” He also added that three-quarters of the ROWNIE Buy a large pizza at regular price and get a 1Ope order of our new warm brownies FREE Expires 10/8/06 5 lrvl volunteers in their organization were high school students who volunteer at their office by making phone calls. Shortly after the president’s motorcade pulled away, the protestors slowly disbanded. An elderly man with a protest sign was escorted from behind the yellow caution Wilkes-Barre 570-829-2900 154 s. Pennsylvania Ave Sun-Thur 11 am-2am Fri & Sat 11 am-4am tape by an officer and the banners toting the slogans, “We Pray For Your Impeachment” and “War = Terrorism” were taken down. Both the protestors and the students who attended the reception, left Keystone College with the hope that their messages reached the man inside the black vehicle. ,~, ... ~ ~ �Opinion OCTOBER 23, 2006 How much is TOO much? 6 Angry Server A Sight for Sore Eyes Your Voices \. Anti-abortion campaign horrifies citizens of NEPA the public messages we’ve seen. The main page has a mini-movie of an abortion. The image shows the pelvis of an unclothed woman, and a metal clamp pulling a fetus The human mind is a curious from her uterus. The CBR is very thing. It wanders, and with it, our radical on the issue of abortion, eyes wander to everything; moand wants to incorporate shock tion, the unusual. Our minds and value into all of their campaigning eyes wander just about all the tactics. time. Our question is: “Should this be Over the summer months and a allowed?” Should the CBR be albit beyond, trucks with photos of lowed to publicly display graphic aborted fetuses drove around Pubimages that many find utterly horlic Square. Eyes wandered toward rific? them, seeing pictures to which not We don’t wish to examine any all wished to be exposed. When “proper” or “justified” stance on we thought the worst was over, a abortion in this editorial. That plane displaying a terrorist holdisn’t our goal. Our views on aboring a decapitated head, a fetus, tion are a microcosm of America’s and the words “Abortion is Terror” views today, since we are a diverse flew over Wilkes-Barre. Again, staff with many different beliefs our eyes wandered, and while not and values. Our goal is to ask, “Is this appropriate?” We believe in the First Amendment. We exercise our right to a free press You have an OPINION with each issue we and we want to hear it .J publish, and for our freedoms, we are thankful. The First W am to expie;;;; your unique view;; to the Wilke;; comnruni:l:,fi Amendment guarThe Beacon':; Opinion ;;ecti:,n i; :;o:n.inng C:-:llnpll$ :in :;earc:h of antees us freedom writer;; with f:re:ili trought;; .and VEW:. . of speech, but is there an appropriate point at which some limitations should be imposed? We feel the plane and the trucks are in poor taste. Should an elderly citizen on their way to the grocery store have to see a bloody fetus? Should a five-year old child who happens to be with his mother on Public Square have to look If }UU ha.ve -:iny ide.as, que ;;ti:,n;; or .a ;;-:anp le colunm or editorial at one of the trucks c: arlo on;;, p 1e .as e c: ord .a.ct: driving by? Should OPINION EDITOR: KRBTYN ~TMA.N, OFi! any of us on our way .Ass8TANT OPIN DN EDITOR: AN DEE SCARA..NTINO to class have to look t h 9h9acon . op9d@gma il . com to the sky and see a plane with such a BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD all of us wanted to be exposed to such horrific sights, many of us, as human beings, felt compelled to look. The planes and trucks are part of an anti-abortion campaign that the Center for Bio-ethical Reform (CBR) has launched nationwide. Cities all across America are being exposed to graphic images like the ones Wilkes-Barre residents have seen over the past few months. Their website (www.abortionno. org) states their mission, which is that they are “working to establish prenatal justice and the right to life for the unborn, the disabled, the infirm, the aged and all vulnerable peoples through education and the development of cutting edge educational resources.” The website is more graphic than The Pen is Mightier ... 7 7 8 burning message? We understand political campaigns are at full swing presently. Abortion is a hot topic, but such a prominent display of this graphic message we feel will not help persuade or discourage anyone from changing their feelings on abortion. Liberals who advocate for abortion are only going to become infuriated. As for those who advocate a pro-life stance, they’re only going to become horrified at the sight of the CBR’s displays. Having said this, the displays aren’t, for the most part, accomplishing anything positive, and while the First Amendment guarantees our rights to free speech, it also states that we cannot infringe upon anyone else’s rights. Many of us were truly bothered by the messages displayed by the vehicles and plane, and while we could simply “not pay attention,” the human mind is a curious thing, and with it, our eyes wander. In the end, we feel strongly that the CBR needs some help in the public relations department. Screaming and being offensive rarely wins friends and influences people in a reasoned debate, and the anti-abortion campaign assualting NEPA is tantamount to that sort of tactic. But the First Amendment recognizes that not all public messages will be ones we like, and in a free and open society we must put up with the screamers because, irrational as they may be, they have the same rights we do. Nothing that the CBR does literally limits its opponents’ rights. The graphic campaign simply assaults our sensibilities, and while offensive, the Supreme Court has resolved time and time again that it’s legal. Nothing in this campaign can be found “obscene” in the legal sense, though aesthetically there’s no doubt in our minds that these images are, indeed, obscene. Thus, fly your planes, CBR, and drive your trucks. We’ll be looking the other way as much as possible. Beacon Poll Results The following are results of a poll that The Beacon conducted online this past week. The poll was unscientific, and does not claim to reflect the overall attitudes of students on campus. Results are based on 90 responses. The Beacon asked: What was the most unethical act committed by someone in or seeking office? • Wilkes SG - 30% • Bill Clinton (D)- 23% • Richard Nixon (R)- 14% • Mark Foley (R)- 9% • Don Sherwood (R) - 7% • Jack Ryan (R) - 7% • Jim McGreevey (D)- 6% • Bud Dwyer (R) - 3% • Marion Barry (D)- 1% • Sharpe James (D)- 0% Next Week’s Poll Question: What is your favorite kind of shoe? • Thigh-high boots • Stilettos • Orthopedic shoes • Sneakers • Flip flops • Ugg boots • Birkenstocks • Barefoot • Converse • Other Visit www.wilkesbeacon.com to vote. Results will be published in next week’s issue of The Beacon. �OPINION OCTOBER 23, 2006 7 My name is Andee, and I’m an ‘angry server’ Bitter waitress takes a look at tipping habits, or lack thereof BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Asst. Opinion Editor We’re poor and we know it. We’re in college, and if you are anything like me, you have to hold a part-time job. I know many of us do it, and a good portion of those many wait tables. I happen to wait tables at Perkins: a stepabove fast food chain restaurant on 309 in Wilkes-Barre Township, and home to the worst tippers in the nation. If you didn’t know, minimum wage for servers in Pennsylvania is $2.83 an hour. That’s not a heck of a lot. We depend on our tips as our primary income. I take more notice to tipping patterns than most people. Cheapskates in Northeastern Pennsylvania are very predictable. I’ll give some examples. Example number 1: The Avoider. The avoider will be very nice at first. They will make jokes with you, and appear to enjoy talking with you. The avoider appears to be a very nice customer at the start of interactions. However, after the food arrives, the avoider becomes more and more miserable. The avoider will often respond to “How is everything” with a sharp “fine,” and often will refuse drink refills. The avoider will treat you poorly, for their brain must rationalize why they cannot tip you. The avoider needs to find a reason to dislike you. The result of the avoider: 10% tip or less. Example number 2: The Liar. The liar wants to believe you made a crucial mistake to their order in order to rationalize not tipping you. For example, once a man told me with his patty melt he wanted “Hash Browns. I want hash browns. No, wait. I Make one mistake and that’s it. A mistake includes: forgetting a dinner roll, forgetting a straw and ‘the cook’s taking too long.’ The result of the perfectionist: 15% at most if everything is perfect; otherwise, no tip. want breakfast potatoes.” I, recognizing the type of customer immediately, replied with “So you don’t want hash browns. You want breakfast potatoes.” He confirmed. When the breakfast potatoes arrived, he became very sharp with me and told me he indeed wanted hash browns, and I had erred. The liar also refuses, and refused in that case, to allow you to correct the “error.” The result of the liar: no tip. Example number 3: The Perfectionist. The perfectionist is holier than thou. I’m a college student. I need my tips, and provide good service, as to ensure a good tip. However, many people think that the price on the menu is the price, and that isn’t so. Many of the people I work with have more than one child, and they depend on their tips to support their kids. Was it a poor choice for the 25 year-old waitress I work with to have four kids? Who are you to decide that? And, who is to decide if I’m “worthy enough” for your two bucks? We run around to the point of exhaustion; The Beacon/ Todd Weibel A Sight for Sore Eyes working long hours on our feet without a break. I love how customers can leave me a puddle of creamer on the table with sixteen dirty napkins and empty the ashtray from their filthy USA’s on my table smeared with macaroni and cheese and have the audacity not to leave a tip. I have to clean that! Not to mention, customers pour drinks into their food and leave forks with filthy saliva on them in the food. I have to scrape the plates and touch those forks! God forbid they have hepatitis. I wouldn’t be in a good position there, now would I? More often than not, people are judging us, trying to find reason why we are not “worthy” of tips. We’re working, aren’t we? I’m in college, and I do more activities than your average person, but I think working as a server is enough to deserve a tip. I’m not selling drugs or myself, and I’m waiting on YOU! There needs to be some justice, here; servers banding together to fight those who “stiff” us. It’s already happening. Visit www. fairtip.org to learn how! They advocate for us to receive a fair tip for the hard work we do. It’s becoming known throughout the nation. I found out through NPR, and that’s saying something! And please, the next time you go to a restaurant, remember that we’re there for a reason. You are no better or worse than we are. Many of us wait tables as a second job, are trying to support a family or are trying to work through school. Get over yourself and leave a tip on the table. Thank you. Aleksander Lapinski The. ·te.r-ro r,s~s We. re tJo \-Je. s ~ °'re.. �OPINION OCTOBER 23, 2006 8 YOUR VOICES George Fenner Quadrangle name has historic significance Dear Editor, Let me first say that, as a two-time graduate of Wilkes and a seven-year employee, I am very proud to say that The Beacon is my school’s newspaper. That being said, I would like to comment on an issue that exists on the Wilkes campus well beyond the pages of The Beacon. However, since I read The Beacon faithfully, I happen to see this issue arise almost every week. Therefore I bring it up here. The issue simply is that most Wilkes students, faculty, and staff are not aware that the area of green grass behind Stark Learning Center and behind Breiseth Hall is not in fact “the greenway.” It is the “George Fenner Quadrangle,” affectionately named after a longtime neighbor and Wilkes benefactor, Attorney George L Fenner. Mr. Fenner donated his house, [what became known as] Fenner Hall, in 1985 and lived in it until he passed away in November of 2001. Mr. Fenner was also known for his love of roses and to this day, some of his impressive garden still exists outside Police bet of his house helping to beautify the Wilkes campus. I have spoken to several Wilkes students about the Fenner Quad and I most often receive puzzled looks and comments like, “what?” or “where is that?” I suppose that it is the responsibility of those who know to pass on this knowledge so, in this pursuit, I can say that we have failed miserably. It certainly is a small issue relatively speaking, but we don’t call Stark Learning Center “that brick building” or the Marts Center “the South Franklin street gym.” Let us give Mr. Fenner his due and refer to our beautiful green space as what it was named, the Fenner Quadrangle. And for those who would like to learn more about Mr. Fenner, our website has information on both Fenner Hall and the Fenner Quadrangle. Preserving the history of our institution is the responsibility of all Wilkes constituents, referring to our great buildings and grounds by the namesakes attached to them is certainly a good first step in doing so. dd Weibel ay. nw ’s not the gree You’re right. 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We wo ewest consti c Affairs Clu r ’s fair a succ oters, to educ n v i ubl eir vote newest with th niversity’s P ed make this lly our a i c U p e l p e s s h e who Wilk oters, e Voters, nd all v Women want to remi ovember 7. We also and vote on N lves themse aberek, nifer H unications y, l n e e r J e d c n n Si ya mm Gressle bra Co Cheryl Managers, Ze t Accoun niversity U Wilkes ditor: Dear E �FEATURES OCTOBER 23, 2006 Costume Shop Internship Fair 10 10 9 Colonel Bob demonstrates superfan status at sporting events Alum Bob Wachowski earns a place in the Wilkes University Athletics Hall of Fame BY RYAN BROGHAMER Beacon Correspondent Bob Wachowski is a superfan. You know the type: the guy singing the fight song, wearing the school jersey and making it to every game regardless of how busy he is or where the contest is being played. When he was a student at Wilkes, Wachowski did all that...and then took things a step further. Known throughout the Wilkes community as “Colonel Bob,” Wachowski entertained students and fans alike with his outlandish antics and colorful costume at this year’s Homecoming celebration. Wachowski has donned his tri-corner hat and regimental garb off and on since the 1987 season. Although some people might shy away from the spotlight, Wachowski fed off of being the center of attention even before college. “I was the mascot for my high school, and it really happened by chance. I would go to a lot of the games at my school and one day one of the cheerleaders asked me if I was interested in being the mascot. When I got to Wilkes they already had a mascot, but when he graduated in my junior year, I asked to become the mascot and took things from there.” Head football coach Frank Sheptock, who was just getting his feet wet as an assistant under Joe DeMelfi in 1987, remembers the energy that Wachowski brought to every game. “He’d keep the crowd involved with his unicycle and go-cart, and it’s always great to have the crowd involved. I remember in 1993, he came down in a helicopter right on the field. Another time he rode in on a white horse. He even came riding inside a limousine once, with police escort and everything. “He generated a tremendous amount of school spirit,” Sheptock said. “Whether it was a basketball game, football game or any game, you wanted to be there to see the game as much as to see what Colonel Bob would do. He was just tremendously special because he was someone who loved the school and genuinely made himself a part of Wilkes.” Wachowski, 39, says that being a known personality on campus was nice, but he always made sure the focus was on the games. “Just getting students involved was my main goal. I own unicycles, so my big thing would be to do a slam dunk on a unicycle. For football I wanted people to recognize that the game was about to start, so I’d go out and drive my go-cart onto the field dragging a dummy dressed like somebody from the other team.” He went on to describe the Middle Atlantic Conference championship season of 199394 as one of the most memorable experiences in his days as “Colonel Bob.” “The team was undefeated, and it also was the year that we started playing King’s again, so I tried to do something extra special. We got a float with a huge ‘flying W’ on it. I rode on top and we had a parade from campus right up to the King’s field.” Even though some of his stunts may seem a bit eccentric, Wachowski says that he can only recall one instance where he heard some complaints. “There was a game against Widener University. When you go to a game at Widener and they score, they set off a little cannon, just like a little popgun-type cannon. When they came to play us, I had the National Guard bring in a Howitzer. After we’d score, they would fire blanks out of the Howitzer. I guess a lot of people were complaining because they’d hear it go off and thought that they were under attack,” Wachowski said. Wachowski made two tours of duty though Wilkes, first in 19851989 and then again in 19921994. The Fort Washington, MD native holds a computer science degree as well as a mathematics degree from the university and is currently teaching algebra for the Columbia (PA) Borough School District. He says that his appearance at this year’s Homecoming game was as much of a celebration for him as it was for the fans, as he was inducted into the Wilkes University Athletics Hall of Fame that weekend. “I was very proud to be inducted. The Hall of Fame induction committee, with all the coaches and Dean Ralston and everybody, there were so many great people in that committee; for them to recognize me is really an honor.” Although this past Homecoming game was the first time in 12 years that Wachowski has made an appearance as “Colonel Bob,” he says that he may reprise the role in the future. “I know that the football team is doing really well. If they go undefeated maybe, just maybe, ‘Colonel Bob’ will return.” Photos courtesy of Bob Wachowski �FEATURES 10 OCTOBER 23, 2006 Who is that woman behind the mask? Wilkes alum offers speciality, hand-sewn costumes at Luzerne shop Gavlick-Hartnett, who graduated from Wilkes with an art degree, owns a costume shop at 186 Main Street in Luzerne, and most of the costumes available for rent are hand-sewn. Costumes by Barbara also has Halloween accessories, such as masks and props, for sale. Recently, Gavlick-Hartnett sat down with The Beacon to talk about the thrills and chills of the season that keep her busy yearFor most, dressing up is a once round. a year thing. Halloween comes The Beacon: How did you get and goes, and the costumes then started in the costume business? go to the back of the closet. For Gavlick-Hartnett: I used to Wilkes alum Barbara Gavlickmake costumes for my parents Hartnett, the costume business is for a party they went to every year-round. year, and then a lady called me and said, ‘I understand you have costumes, can I just borrow some of them?’ Then it just became borrowing them out to friends of friends of friends, and I said, you know what, maybe I have the potential to make a business out of this. At the time I was a designer. I was designing embroidery, lace, and emblems, and I was doing this on the side at home. It snowballed, and I started making a business out of it. After about eleven years of being in business parttime, my mother was mostly helping me, because the stock was at her house. In The Beacon/Nora Jurasits 1995, I decided to go fulltime, and so far, so good. During Halloween season, Costumes by Barbara is open until 8p.m. most The Beacon: How did nights. For more information on costumes or hours, call 570-287-6226. you start sewing? BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Features Editor Gavlick-Hartnett: I think it was partially being in this area, with so many sewing factories. I worked in a sewing factory when I was in tenth grade. We learned how to sew when we were kids, it was just part of growing up…my mother helped me too. The Beacon: How long does it normally take you to sew a costume? Gavlick-Hartnett: It depends on the costume… some of them only take a day, some of them, only hours. Some of the more elaborate ones take longer. The Beacon: Besides Halloween, what other reasons do people rent costumes for? Gavlick-Hartnett: Sometimes theater, in fact Wilkes theater once in a while…and Easter. I have 22 Easter bunnies. It’s usually quiet in the summer. The Beacon: Since there’s not much business in the summer, what do you do during those months? Gavlick-Hartnett: That’s when I do a lot of my sewing, and people come to me with special orders. When people want something in particular, I do those in the summer. The Beacon: Do you have a favorite costume that you’ve made? Gavlick-Hartnett: No, I don’t have a favorite. I like the period costumes. They’re my favorite to make. Of course, at this time of year, I’m not making anything new. The Beacon: Can the costumes be bought, or are they just for rent? Gavlick-Hartnett: I have some for sale this year. I don’t always, but because there isn’t much room for all of the costumes, I’m thinning out the stock. It’s a little bit different this year. The Beacon: How do you decide what costumes you’re going to make next? Gavlick-Hartnett: Some of them are determined by what is current, like right now they’re asking for pirates and they’re asking for Marie Antoinette, so I’m kind of focusing on those. The Beacon: Do you dress up for Halloween? Gavlick-Hartnett: I do… I wear whatever is left! My husband and I both dress up and go out for something to eat. We never match. I think that complicates things. It’s a fun business because people are generally in a happy mood when they come in. Internship fair facilitates connections between students and employers BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Features Editor Going to classes and learning concepts through textbooks establishes a strong groundwork for eventually entering the work force, but reading the words on a page and taking the notes is only the first step to being prepared for a career. Internships are seen as one important step to gaining hands-on training and marketable experience and are considered a desirable addition to resumes by potential employers. One way students can gain beneficial internships is to seek them out on an individual basis, but Sharon Castano, who serves as the internship and mentoring coordinator, has organized an internship fair as a way to bring together many employers and students. The internship fair, which will be held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the 2nd floor Henry Student Center Grand Ballroom, will give students and employers a chance to make a connection and get the ball rolling. Although internships are a requirement for some majors, such as engineering and integrative media, and other majors, including communications and psychology, strongly encourage students to hold an internship, students in any area of study are can benefit from on-the-job experience. See INTERNSHIP FAIR page 11 Tips to Ensure a Successful Interview • • • • • • • • Do some research and be knowledgeable about companies you have an interest in. Web sites are a great way to gather information. Dress professionally – No jeans, sneakers, flip-flops or hoodies! Introduce yourself, including your year and major. Offer a handshake. Address the representative by their name. Bring copies of your resume, or a portfolio if appropriate. When speaking, use strong voice tone and maintain eye contact. Follow up with a thank-you letter. Courtesy of Sharon Castano �FEATURES OCTOBER 23, 2006 11 INTERNSHIP FAIR from PAGE 10 “There are two main reasons internships are desirable for students. First, you are making yourself more marketable to potential employers. It’s more experience for them to list on their resumes,” said Philip Ruthkosky, director of student development. “Also, it gives students a chance to explore their interests, to figure out what they like, and what they don’t like.” “We decided to bring all of the local employers that our office works with to campus,” Castano said. “This allows students the convenience of interviewing with various businesses in one place.” “It’s always an advantage to meet employers at a fair. You have an immediate opportunity to make an impression and give them your resume,” Ruthkosky added. “If you’re sending it in, there are a lot of steps, and your eventual goal is to meet the employer so the internship fair gives you that chance to skip a step.” When students enter the fair, they will be given a program of sorts with a list of the employers and what type of interns each are seeking. From the list, participants can gauge which employers would be a good fit, and spend some time talking to them. Castano suggests students keep an open mind about which employers they would like to intern with, and explained that some companies may not only be seeking the type of internship that would be directly associated with the kind of work they do. Interested students are encouraged to register with Castano, whose office is located in the rear of the game room on the first floor of the Henry Student Center. She can also be reached at ext. 2950. Resume advice and mock interviews are still available as a way to practice for the fair on Thursday. Employers Seeking Interns American Red Cross BabyAge Certainteed Corporation Cornell Store Front Systems Corcoran PR Deluxe Digital Studios Diamond Auto Glass Domestic Violence Enterprise Rent a Car Fairchild Semiconductor Fox 56 Geisinger Health Systems General Dynamics Intermetro Industries Joint Urban Studies Center Lion Brewery Luzerne County DA’s Office Office of Inspector General Olympia Chimney Supply PA Child Care Penn Millers Riverside Adultcare SPCA Target TMG Health Inc. Tobyhanna Army Depot Vintage Tub and Bath Volunteer Center for Greater Hazleton Weekender List as of 10/20 AS A COLLEGE GRAD , YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR 2007 FJ CRUISER 2007 RAV4 2007 CAMRY HYBRID 2007 YARIS ANY NEW TOYOTA OF YOUR CHOICE* WWW.WINAYARISONLINE.COM† *NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. 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A used bookstore, The Book Concern, is now also open for business on Main Street between Topper’s and Café Metropolis. The Book Concern offers not only a variety of used books to patrons seeking less expensive or older reading materials, but it also provides job opportunities for local people who have trouble finding or keeping employment. The bookstore owes its creation to Reverend Keith Benjamin of the First United Methodist Church in Wilkes-Barre, and it is not his first effort at reaching out to under-represented groups in the community. After his success establishing a downtown coffeehouse project and his church’s women’s shelter, Benjamin and the Board of Urban Ministries realized that work opportunity such as the bookstore could benefit a tremendous amount of people. Benjamin said, “Through these programs we realized that most of the people we see in these other programs want to work, but they have difficulty finding or sustaining employment.” The Book Concern project is designed as a work opportunity for underprivileged people of the Wilkes-Barre community. business, all the books have been donated from various sources and the money generated from the sales goes directly back into maintenance of the facilities and the wages of the employees. With The Book Concern located in close proximity to campus, Benjamin hopes that students and faculty will frequent the bookstore. The Book Concern provides an inexpensive alternative to commercial bookstores and could be especially be helpful to students and faculty if both take part in donating used textbooks and novels. Sophomore Nicole Leader expressed an interest both in the bookstore’s philosophy and its function, “I think it’s a great addition to downtown. Not only is it allowing those who may be impeded from finding work by lack of transportation or an address to get acclimated to less-stressful work environment, but it could also be The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Owner Reverend Keith Benjamin opened The Book Concern on Main Street as a work a great resource for students looking for opportunity for underprivileged people of Wilkes-Barre, as well as a place for book price reduced textbooks.” lovers to purchase heavily discounted books. Book lovers will rejoice at the fact that Citizens who have disabilities, mental as necessary, “anywhere from six months all books, aside from collector’s editions, and physical health issues, or who have to multiple years,” and would also allow will be marked down to less than half found themselves in dire financial situ- employees who have left the program the original price. Those books deemed ations resulting in welfare or homeless- to reenter it if they find they are not yet collector’s edition texts will be priced according to internet market value. ness can now take part in an employ- ready for outside employment. The Book Concern is currently open ment opportunity that will allow them In addition to being a worthy charitable the flexibility and “developing the skills cause, the bookstore has the potential to from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday they need to find other employment,” ac- be a successful local business. The Book through Friday and from 11:00 a.m. to cording to Benjamin. Benjamin also said Concern currently has over 50,000 books 4:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Hours may that the bookstore program will encour- on its shelves with more titles added every change after the official grand opening age the employees to work there as long day. Since it is affiliated as a non-profit sometime in early November. This Week in History BY MICHAEL GIONFRIDDO Beacon Correspondent October 23 1983: A suicide bomber drives a truck packed with explosives into the U.S. Marine barracks in Beirut, killing 241 U.S. military personnel. That same morning, 58 French soldiers were killed in their barracks two miles away in a separate suicide terrorist attack. The U.S. Marines were part of a multinational force sent to Lebanon in August 1982 to oversee the Palestinian withdrawal from Lebanon. October 24 1901: First barrel ride down Niagara Falls. Daredevil Annie Edson Taylor initiates a famous stunt tradition when she goes over Niagara Falls in a wooden barrel. Taylor, who performed the feat on her birthday, went over the 175-foot-tall Horseshoe Falls on the Canadian side of Niagara inside a barrel five feet high and three feet in diameter. A leather harness and cushions lined the barrel to protect Taylor during her fall, and she emerged shaken but unhurt in the river below. October 25 1971: In a dramatic reversal of its long-standing commitment to the Nationalist Chinese government of Taiwan, and a policy of non-recognition of the communist People’s Republic of China (PRC), America’s U.N. representatives vote to seat the PRC as a permanent member. Over American objections, Taiwan was expelled. October 26 1825: The Erie Canal opens, connecting the Great Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean via the Hudson River. Governor DeWitt Clinton of New York, the driving force behind the project, led the opening ceremonies and rode the canal boat Seneca Chief from Buffalo to New York City. October 27 1994: The U.S. Justice Department announces that the U.S. prison population has topped one million for the first time in American history. The figure--1,012,851 men and women were in state and federal prisons--did not even include local prisons, where an estimated 500,000 prisoners were held, usually for short periods. The recent increase, due to tougher sentencing laws, made the United States second only to Russia in the world for incarceration rates. October 28 1886: President Grover Cleveland dedicates the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor. The 151-foot copper statue was built in France and shipped to New York in 350 separate parts. It arrived in the city on June 17, 1886, and over the next several months was reassembled while electricians worked to wire the torch to light up at night. October 29 1929: Black Tuesday, the day of the Great Crash, was a day of frenzied, panic-fueled trading, as investors struggled desperately to avoid financial ruin. When the dust settled, sixteen million shares had been sold on the New York Stock Exchange. Stock prices had plummeted and the nation was sent spiraling toward the Great Depression. Note: All information is provided by the History Channel and can be found at http://www.history.com/ tdih.do Photo courtesy of noflysonus.com �OCTOBER 23, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 Scranton’s ‘House of Insanity’ offers chills for free BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor ‘Tis the season of the haunted house, and while many are cashing in on the opportunity to make a few bucks, junior communication studies major David Mates and his friends created their ‘House of Insanity’ for the mere enjoyment of the process. Located on 429 New Street in Scranton, the House of Insanity, as Mates dubbed it, is something he and his friends decided to create simply because they wanted to scare the heck out of people, and have fun doing it. While the establishment of yet another haunted house, hayride or walk may not seem significant, the House of Insanity is unusual in that it offers a great scare and free admission, an enticing option for perpetually broke college students, (although for each additional walkthrough after the first, Mates and his crew are asking for $1 for readmission the same night). Mates said that some of his friends have previously run a “haunted house,” “house of insanity” or any of the other monikers given to a place designed to scare the pants off of visitors in the past. This year they www.lasergrl.com were able to do it by a stroke of good luck. When Mates’ grandmother decided to sell her house, Mates and his co-creators asked to use the place for a few weeks in order to create the frightening attraction. He also added that they want to run something similar again next year, if circumstances allow. Every room in the house has its own theme, and although Mates was very tight-lipped about the premise of each room, he did drop a few hints. Some of the rooms include an evil clown theme, something called the “chamber of death” and a maze. Mates summed it up as “three floors of terror,” and added that there will be actors in costumes that were made, like the props, by all of the same people participating in the project. Mates and his friends put a great deal of work and their own money into the House of Insanity. “A lot of blood, sweat and tears went into this, quite literally,” Mates said. Putting together the house and costumes took about a month to complete. “We pretty much do it just because it’s fun…honestly there’s no other reason [that we are doing this] other than we didn’t have anything to do, we know it’s fun and we all like scaring people and we’re just there having a blast,” Mates said. Leo Mills, another individual involved in the project, agreed and added that, with some of the other haunted houses in the area, the prices are sky high, but with the House of Insanity, one can get a really good scare for free. 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A&E Editor ard, and quite recently leopard print shoes seem to be are also popping up in the newly stocked winter wear sections at most clothing stores, and those with a flair showing up in basically every shoe store. It’s kind of funny how something can be seen as Our obsession with short skirts paired with capri for the unusual can even find some rain boots. incredibly tacky one minute, and suddenly become a tights has yet to pass, and this is one easy way to But once again, pair a print piece with a solid piece, fashion must-have the next. slip some leopard into the wardrobe. Pair so that the outfit doesn’t look too busy. And in the This is definitely the case event that you’re some leopard-print tights with when it comes to the fashdaring enough a solid-colored skirt to put a ion world’s sudden embrace to wear a leopnew twist on that combo. Anof leopard and animal-print ard jacket, by other way to go is to opt for fabrics. I almost bought no means should plain black tights, but to top off blue leopard pants two you consider the outfit with a pair of leopard years back, and everyone wearing leopflats. said I was crazy. And well, ard gloves and a For a subtle take on this trend, perhaps blue leopard pants scarf to match. without the impending threat of are still a bad idea…but It’s definitely tackiness, pick up a pair of leopshoppers can’t ignore the possible to find ard trim winter gloves, or anifact that leopard-print is enough pieces mal print glasses or sunglasses. showing up almost everyto pull off an While all out animal-print can where--on the runways, in entirely leopard sometimes appear a bit loud, it department stores and oncan (believe it or not) actually print outfit, but line catalogs. that particular look classy when used simply The Beacon/Marissa Phillips fashion goal is Those not quite so daring as an accent. can get in on this trend by And since the cold weather is Stick to one or two pieces at a time to pull off this really only apThe Beacon/Marissa Phillips experimenting with countpropriate for quickly approaching, another trend without overdoing it. Avoid pairing too many print pieces, less available animal-print good bet is to pick up some leopard print Halloween, topped off with whiskers and a tail. accessories, but for those which may cause an animal-print winter gear. Right now it’s stylish, it’s in unafraid to take a fashion overload. and even when it’s no longer in, it’s highrisk, a wide array of animal print sweaters, dresses, ly unlikely that someone will criticize your choice stockings and yes, sometimes even pants awaits. of scarf. Animal print The most common animal print showing up is leop- headbands and earmuffs Schedule of Events Monday, October 23 - Pizza Wars at 9 p.m. in the HSC ballroom Tuesday, October 24 - The Let Go performing at Slainte - Wilma Carroll Tarot card reader in the Roth Concourse room at 11 a.m.. Wednesday, October 25 - The Five Percent performing at the Woodlands at 10 p.m. Thursday, October 26 - Self-defense/women’s empowerment class in Marts Center room 215 at 11 a.m. - Secret Lives of Freemasons, One the First Day, Four Letter Lie and Trackfighter performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. Friday, October 27 - Putrified Flesh, Where There’s A Will, Honored Insignia, Gnarlies and Rodger Kloutz!! performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. - Boscoe and the Storm performing at the Woodlands at 10 p.m. Saturday, October 28 - Arts Madness at the Mansion at Arts Youniverse at 6:30 p.m. - The Cassettes, Tiger’s Jaw, Mother Mime and Bourse performing at Cafe Metropolis at 8 p.m. - Richard Lewis performing at FM Kirby Center at 8 p.m. Sunday, October 29 - Ghost Chasers in the HSC Ballroom at 8 p.m. D .l i d �15 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT OCTOBER 23, 2006 The 10 greatest horror movies you’ve never seen BY MIKE WILLIAMS Beacon Staff Writer With October 31 rapidly approaching, what better way is there to get prepared for Halloween than taking a trip down the horror aisle of the local video store? The answer is: there is none. There is nothing quite like a good scare to get into the spirit of the season, because as everyone knows, horror movies and Halloween go together like hatchets and hockey masks. When it comes to horror movies, many people will watch the same flick over and over again, jumping at all the same scares and knowing exactly when to cover their eyes in order to miss the more... “messy” scenes. Well, this Halloween, rather than picking out a movie you’ve already seen a hundred times before, why not take a trip off the beaten path and rent one of these masterpieces of shock cinema? Who knows, these films very well may be…The Greatest Horror Movies You’ve Never Seen. After all, isn’t the unknown always more frightening? 1) An American Werewolf In London: After surviving a grisly attack by a mysterious animal on the English moors, and the gruesome death of his best friend, an American tourist, played by David Naughton, is haunted by more than just bad dreams, as he is repeatedly visited by the continually decomposing corpse of his friend, who warns him of the ungodly horrors that will be unleashed with the coming of the next full moon. Key Scene: Set to Sam Cooke’s “Blue Moon” and shot in a fully lit room, special effects mastermind Rick Baker delivers the greatest, most realistic and painful looking werewolf transformation scene ever captured on film. 2) Army Of Darkness: Picking up where the first two Evil Dead films left off, Ash (Bruce Cambell), the ultimate horror-movie super-hero, finds himself trapped in 1300 A.D., joining forces with a medieval king and his knights to battle an army of the undead. In order to find his way home, he must retrieve the Necronomican, or The Book Of The Dead, and use it to lead one final assault on the forces of evil. Key Scene: When the army of the Deadites breaks through the kingdoms defenses, a shot-gun wielding Ash leads a counter attack…from behind the wheel of his Oldsmobile. 3) Day Of The Dead: By far the darkest of George A. Romero’s Dead quadrilogy, Day Of The Dead follows a small band of soldiers, scientists and civilians who have taken shelter in a massive underground military bunker. Unfortunately for them, the horde of the flesh-hungry undead on the surface isn’t their only problem, as several members of the rag-tag group are beginning to slip into the clutches of madness. Key Scene: When base security is inevitably compro- mised, and the walking dead begin to pour in from all directions, the ruthless Lt. Rhodes decides that it’s time to split…literally. 4) Dog Soldiers: When a squad of British soldiers heads into the woodlands of Scotland for a routine exercise, they find themselves up against an enemy much deadlier than the Special Ops team they were scheduled to face. Under the light of the full moon, the soldiers take refuge in a small farmhouse and prepare for an all out war against the pack of ravenous werewolves stalking them from the shadows of the forest. They have their weapons, and they have their wits, but will it be enough to survive until sunrise…? Key Scene: After a nasty run-in with one of the razorclawed 7ft. tall lycanthropes, the grizzled Sgt. Welles, played by Sean Pertwee, continues to battle alongside of his men, guns blazing, his insides on the outside. 5) Leatherface: Texas Chainsaw Massacre III: In this, the third and most underrated of the six Texas Chainsaw films, two college students are traveling through the heart of the lone-star state on their way to Florida when they fall victim to a trap set by the chainsaw-wielding Leatherface and the rest of his cannibalistic, redneck family, who are just dying to have the unlucky duo for dinner. Luckily for them, a rough and ready survivalist, played by Ken Foree (who horror fans will recognize as the hero of the original Dawn Of The Dead), is on their side and is packing plenty of fire power. Can he save them, or will they all end up as the main course in the family’s sadistic supper? Key Scene: In an all out hand-to-hand-to-power tool brawl, Foree goes up against Leatherface and his crossdressing brother, played by a pre-Lord Of The Rings Viggo Mortensen. 6) Near Dark: It’s your classic case of boy meets girl, girl bites boy, boy is forced to join up with girl’s bloodthirsty family of nomadic, RV-driving vampires. Enough said. Key Scene: In an attempt to entice their newest recruit to feed, the family, which includes Bill Paxton and Lance Henriksen, stops at a roadhouse for a little midnight snack, much to the dismay of the bar’s patrons and staff. 7) Return Of The Living Dead: In this, the first in a series of six sequels to the original Night Of The Living Dead, two bumbling workers in a medical supply warehouse accidentally open a barrel of 245 Trioxin, a putrid green gas with the ability to bring the dead back to life. Unfortunately, once awake, the reanimated corpses are cursed with an insatiable hunger for human brains, which, in turn, spells trouble not only for the warehouse staff, but also for a group of punks partying in a local graveyard. Key Scene: After making a quick meal out of a pair of illfated EMTs, the zombies, who are much smarter and faster than your average ghoul, repeatedly use the ambulance’s ra- dio to call for some take out, as they request more medical and police assistance, only to eat the unlucky officers once they arrive. 8) They Live: In this John Carpenter classic, a down-onhis-luck drifter simply known as Nada, played by professional wrestler “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, stumbles across an alien plot for world domination. However, unlike with most extraterrestrial attackers, there are no flying saucers, no death rays and no invasion…because they’re already here, walking among us, slowly taking over our world through the use of subliminal messages. Now, earth’s only chance for survival rests in the hands of Nada and a small group of resistance fighters who have developed a method of seeing the aliens, and the world, the way they really are… Key Scene: As Nada tries to convince a skeptical fellow drifter to don a pair of glasses that will allow him to see not only the subliminal messages spattered all over the city, but the aliens in their true form, the two break into one of the greatest knock-down drag-out back alley brawls in cinema history. 9) John Carpenter’s The Thing: Horror master John Carpenter scores yet again in his take on the 1951 horror classic The Thing From Another World. Set in a remote U.S. research facility located on the bleak and ominous landscape of Antarctica, a team of scientists and doctors, as well as a hard-asnails helicopter pilot, superbly played by Kurt Russell, are stalked by a shapeshifting being from outer space, gifted with the ability to perfectly mimic anything it kills. One by one, the team members begin to die off, leaving it up to the survivors to discover who is still human and who is “The Thing.” Key Scene: As flamethrower toting Russell attempts to dispatch a copy cat version of one of his friends, it’s head detaches itself from the body before being engulfed in flame, grows legs and runs away, much to the amazement and horror of the rest of the research team. 10) Zombie: Italian gore guru Lucio Fulci’s homage to the undead. When a ship pulls into a New York Harbor, minus the crew, the missing captain’s daughter decides to go looking for him with the help of a few friends. The search leads the group to the remote Caribbean island of Matul, where a local doctor is rushing to find a cure to a disease that is bringing the dead back to life. As the group disbands after witnessing the horror that is the walking dead, they find themselves caught in a brutal final showdown with a horde of flesh-eating zombies. 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Rounding out the starting rotation for Detroit is Jeremy Bonderman and Nate Robertson, who have both contributed to one of the best pitching staffs in the American League. The bullpen for Detroit has been lightsout so far--and with good reason--as it’s comprised of Joel Zumaya, whose fastball has been known to reach 103 MPH, and veteran closer Todd Jones, who was been vital thus far in the post season. The Beacon/Todd Weibel Junior Andy Curry approaches the goal and gets ready to take a shot during Tuesday’s match vs. Scranton. The Colonels will play their final regular season game this Saturday against Drew University. SOCCER from PAGE 20 team is the fact that we have been able to find a way to win close games,” said Wingert. “They are confident that they can get goals, and confident in their defense.” The selfish defense of the Colonels has contributed to six shutout games, and has limited their opponents to less than one goal per contest. The Colonels will look to carry those per- formances over to beat the Rangers and stay home for the playoffs. “I think our motivation to beat Drew will be the fact that we get to play at home throughout the playoffs,” said Wingert. The Rangers are seeded third in the conference with a record of 4-1, which could lead to a full 90-minute fight for the number one seeded Colonels. The Colonels home field advantage is at risk, and they will look to kick past Drew to prevent the Scranton University Royals from snatching the first seed. Senior Mike Bridy stated, “Big thing is that Scranton has such an advantage at their home turf, so it is really essential that we do get home field advantage, because we have our fans here cheering us on.” The stakes are high and the Colonels will look to run through Drew University on Saturday Oct. 28 at 12 p.m. Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year Our very own head football coach, Frank Sheptock has been nominated for the prestigious Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year Award. Currently Coach Sheptock is ranked third in the nation amongst other Division III coaches. The Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year Award is presented to the coach in each division that meets the following criteria: • High level of professional competence demonstrated through on-field acheivements, sideline professionalism and personal committment to coaching excellence. • High ethical standards • Civic and charitable stewardship Open voting will take place between September 8th & November 5th. Vote online now @ www.coachoftheyear.com The Coach of the Year award includes Liberty Mutual donating $100,000 to the charitable or civic organizations of the coach’s choice, a $20,000 scholarship fund through the alumni association of his school and a trophy specially designed for the occasion. The winning coach will also be recognized in a Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year Award display at the College Football Hall of Fame in South Bend, Indiana. Offense The offense will start with David Eckstein, a scrappy player with little power, but his hard-charging attitude is a catalyst for the Cardinals, who will need big performances from veterans Jim Edmonds and Scott Rolen who are both nursing injuries from a tough season. The Cardinals have one thing going for them: Albert Pujols. Despite his lackluster play in the NLCS and an injured hamstring, Pujols always remains a threat and can change a game with the swing of a bat, as was evident in Saturday’s Game 1. The Tigers will bring a well-balanced offense to the plate, with equal mixes of speed on the basepaths and power of the bats. They look to leadoff man Curtis Granderson and ALCS MVP Placido Polanco to start the offense, giving way to the power of Magglio Ordonez and veteran catcher Ivan Rodriguez. The biggest factor for both teams might be the amount of rest that both teams have had prior to Game 1. The Tigers enjoyed a lengthy break since the sweep in the ALCS, which provided them the chance to rest their pitchers, but the Game 1 loss suggests the rest may have allowed the bats to fall asleep. The Cardinals, on the other hand, essentially limped into the World Series after an exhausting brawl with the Mets that took them to Game 7 and literally the final inning. But the lack of rest seemed not to bother in Game 1, and in fact may illustrate that momentum is all in the postseason. These questions will all be answered this week, as the nation gears up for what could be one of the best World Series matchups in recent history. The Pick: Detroit Tigers in 6 �SPORTS 18 OCTOBER 23, 2006 Commentary GAME OF THE WEEK The World Series: St. Louis vs. Detriot Heavy hitters have fallen to unveil new contestants Double Take BY TIM SEIGFRIED Beacon Asst. Sports Editor Oh, how the mighty have fallen. Just over a month ago, sports pundits-and any baseball fans living in the greater New York/New Jersey area-were salivating over the possibility of the second subway series in six years. They had great reason to think that, due in part to the stellar offense that the Mets brought to the table, they would dominate the weak National League, and ultimately share the best record in baseball with the cross-town rival Yankees. Someone should have told them to save some of the bats for the NLCS, as their offense was shut down by a staff of mediocre St. Louis pitchers, which actually turned out to be anything but. That’s not to say that the Mets didn’t have their chances, as it was literally anyone’s game going into the final innings of game 7, but in the end, those pesky, scrappy Cardinals got the better of the boys from Queens. The Yankees, on the other hand, weren’t the heavy favorites until some late season acquistions (and the simultaneous crumbling of the Red Sox) propelled them into the postseason. At that point, the question wasn’t “Will the Yankees win?” but “Will their opponents ever recover from the merciless beating that they are about to receive?” But despite an offense that was praised to be a modern day Murderer’s Row and a payroll that exceeded the gross national product of small countries, the Bronx Bombers were soundly defeated by the Detroit Tigers. Now that the dust has settled in both leagues, the Fall Classic is upon us, with two teams that no one ever expected to be facing off. In the American League, the Detroit Tigers are looking to cap off a memorable season with a World Series title, their first Tony LaRussa, and will be looking to snap their six game World Series losing streak, which dates back to 1987. Both teams have a lot going for them, including a young pitching staff and veteran leadership. WCIRLD Pitching St. Louis’ staff will be anchored by reigning Cy Young winner Chris Carpenter and supplemented by Jeff Suppan, who is best remembered for squaring off against Roger Clemens in the 2004 NLCS. Along for the ride is Jeff Weaver, whose struggles this year resulted in his release from Anaheim. St. Louis picked up the pieces and, despite continuing to struggle, Weaver I!> stepped up late in the season to land a starting spot in the playoffs. Their Game 1 starter, Anthony ™Reyes, made the most important start of his career Saturday. Retiring 17 consecutive batters, the rookie kept the Tigers to just two runs in the win. New to the postseason experience, Reyes had just one start prior to his domination on the mound Saturday: game 4 of the NLCS, in which he gave up 2 runs in 4 innings. The Cardinals bullpen has been stellar throughout the NLCS, and is anchored by Adam Wainwright, who stepped up to be the closing pitcher in the absence of injured Jason Isringhausen. Detroit’s strength lies in its pitching, as it offers a devastating combination of young, hard-throwing pitchers and a crafty veteran. The Tigers sent Rookie of the Year candidate, and 101 MPH power pitcher Justin Verlander to the mound in Game 1, but Albert Pujols and Scott Rolen had their eyes on the prize to send Verlander packing part way through the fifth inning. The Tigers followed yesterdaywith veteran Kenny Rogers, who 20[&]_06 SERIES since 1984. This season comes as a surprise for Detroit, given the fact that their record between the 2001 and 2005 seasons is 307502, with two of those seasons having over 100 losses. Certainly one of the most important moves that Detroit made this year was the acquisition of manager Jim Leyland, who brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the position, including a World Series championship with the Florida Marlins in 1997. There is no doubt Leyland’s presence has had an impact on the team, especially if looking back to April 17, a day that saw the Tigers lose and bring their record to 7-7. Leyland went on a small-scale tirade and proclaimed that, “We stunk.” It appeared to have an impact on the young Detroit team; they won 28 of their next 35 games. In the National League, the St. Louis Cardinals are certainly set to once again defy their critics, as their presence in the World Series is surprising, especially after upsetting the heavily favored Mets. The Cardinals, who last won the World Series in 1982, are led by veteran manager See WORLD SERIES page 17 Andee examines the stats that truly matter... BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Asst. Opinion Editor A member of the staff recently told me that an anonymous individual made the statement that “This is sports. It isn’t supposed to be funny” in reference to my Double Takes. Well, You could have fooled me. Sports are a riot! Take, for example, the World Series. What a lovely series, and it just so happens to be the subject of this week’s Double Take. What a funny game. Although it’s a bunch of men in tight pants hitting a ball, the funny part is the male demographic in America that watches. For days they settle into their Lazy Boy recliners downing can after can of cheap beer. I have never seen a man sit down and enjoy the World Series while sipping a classic Belgian ale. No, they like cheap beer; cheap beer and Doritos. I think that’s funny; seeing their crumbs from the chips lay on their rotund stomachs as they belch. How attractive. That’s my favorite spectator sport. If I had to pick between St Louis and Detroit, I don’t think I could make a fair choice. I think whoever puts on the best show for our boys in the chairs should be the winner. Let’s look at the websites. They both list the “possible pitchers” for the upcoming games. St. Louis has “Weaver” and Detroit is proudly displaying “Rogers.” Rogers is a cutie. Just look at him. He’s got a bit of a thick neck, but so do our boys in the chairs. Weaver kind of looks homely. I’d expect to see him begging for change on the corner of Academy Street. I think I have to say if our boys need a role model, Rogers would be the best fit. Detroit has “Who’s your Tiger” on their website. Well, I think Rogers is my tiger, and I think Detroit is winning the World Series. After, maybe he’ll have some cheap beer with our men who think sports aren’t supposed to be funny. �OCTOBER 23, 2006 Athlete of the Week: Carrie Stolarick SPORTS 19 BY LAUREN BIERNACKI Beacon Correspondent Thanks to persistence and patience Carrie Stolarick, a junior left-midfielder for the Lady Colonels field hockey team, scored the game winning goal in the October 14 double over-time match against Drew. That move came from a timely assist from sophomore Alyssa Koncelik and lifted Wilkes to a win. Stolarick’s effort earns her The Beacon’s Athlete of the Week honors. “It felt good! My first goal of the season,” said Stolarik. Head coach Sara Fuller said, “Carrie is a very consistent player and [we] can always count on her.” She explained that even though Stolarik’s record for the season may not indicate big numbers in the goals scored category, she sets the forwards up well in circle, which is one of the reasons the team has met with success this season. “I don’t think stats show her accomplishments... she does way more than that,” added Fuller. Stolarik’s best friend attends Drew University, so she admitted that was another reason she wanted her team to win the game so badly. The win over Drew also ensured Wilkes’s play-off berth, which made the timeliness of the goal that much more significant. The Lady Colonels were also challenged to play on artificial turf for this game, something very different for any team used to natural grass. Fuller noted that even though the turf field took some time to adjust to, the team pulled it together and adjusted to the difference admirably. Stolarik explained that her team sometimes struggles to work as a team because everyone is a different age, so she positions herself as someone both her teammates and coach can count on to help lead in any way she can. She added that if it happens that the team does lose, it is only by a point and the score does not adequately show how well the team played. 1 The lone goal scored by the Lady Colonels in the Freedom Conference upset of first placed Scranton. The Beacon/Todd Weibel Several Wilkes students play a pick-up game of indoor soccer this past week. Soccer, although traditionally thought of as an outdoor sport, is now becoming popular indoors with the opening of the new UCOM center. WEEKEND RECAPS The Beacon Archives Carrie Stolarick looks across to the sideline in a game ealier this season. For example, the Lady Colonels had a tough loss against Philadelphia University, where they played well as a team but ended up losing by one point. The final score of the game was 5-6. Stolarik said, “The team played well together, controlled most of the game and even brought Philadelphia University into over-time.” Both Stolarick and Fuller have high hopes for the rest of the season. Beating Scranton University, which was ranked first in the conference, helped to strategically position the Lady Colonels for potential post-season play. Scranton had an undefeated season until meeting the Lady Colonels. The team’s last game of the conference is on October 24 at DeSales at 4 p.m.. Women’s Tennis Four Wilkes University singles players and two doubles teams have advanced to the semi-final round of the Middle Atlantic Conference Women’s Tennis Individual Championships at Lehigh University. Xiaoqiao Zhang, seeded third in the first singles flight, drew a bye in the opening round. Wilkes’ Alison McDonald is the number-one seed at second singles and garnered a bye in the first round. The Lady Colonels’ Kristin Wilt also drew a first round bye as the third seed at number-three singles. Women’s Soccer Wilkes University extended their winning streak to four consecutive matches with a 1-0 win over SUNY Cortland on Saturday afternoon. The victory improves the Lady Colonels to 11-4-1 overall, while the Red Dragons see their overall record fall to 8-7-1. Cortland held a 7-4 advantage in shots and had a 4-2 edge in corner kicks. Wilkes goalkeeper Liz Pauly was required to make only one save in picking up her sixth shutout win of the campaign. Megan Thayer had two saves in goal for the Red Dragons. Football Junior quarterback Al Karaffa and senior wide receiver Jim Jordan hooked up on a pair of scoring passes and the Wilkes University defense had their first shutout of the season as the Colonels posted a 17-0 Middle Atlantic Conference win over Moravian College on Saturday at Ralston Field. For more recaps visit The Beacon online at www.wilkesbeacon.com NUMBERS OF THE WEEK 16 340 Total wins by the women’s tennis Number of offensive yards that team during the regular season. the Colonels football team had in The Colonels ended the season the 17-0 win over Moravian. The undefeated and now have 4 Colonels remain undefeated with singles playing in the semi-finals. an overall record of 7-0. 10 Wins by the women’s soccer team so far this season. With the 1-0 win over Scranton on Saturday, the Lady Colonels earn a berth to the playoffs. �Sports OCTOBER 23, 2006 20 Preview of the Week: Men’s Soccer vs. Drew University The team looks to remain unbeaten in the Freedom Conference BY CARLTON HOLMES Beacon Asst. Sports Editor All right boys and girls, we’re approaching the final 45 minutes of the Freedom Conference men’s soccer game, and we all know how crucial it is to win games down the stretch, especially for playoff contenders. Winning translates into home field advantage, rowdy fans screaming in the stands, or possibly even a high seed that increases the chance of going to the national tournament. Crazy, right? Well, the Wilkes men’s soccer team will look to cruise past Drew at home in the last game of the season this Saturday en route to home field advantage throughout the Freedom Conference playoffs. “This game comes down to seeding in the playoffs. If we are able to beat Drew, we would earn the number one seed for the Freedom Conference playoffs, and have the opportunity to play at home for each round we’re involved in,” said head coach Phil Wingert. Wingert is currently in his 25th season at Wilkes, and is looking forward to guiding the Colonels to what would be his 11th postseason appearance. During the Colonels’ last conference game, they left Scranton University’s field tied 1-1 in an exciting match-up against the Royals, in which senior captain forward Steve Uhas banged a goal with 9:58 remaining in the second half. The Colonels will look to avenge that tie with a huge win over the Drew University Rangers who lost to Scranton in a 2-0 outing. “I believe that we will take them out of their element, because they’re not going to be on their field. They have a big turf field, and we have a smaller grass field, which plays to our advantage,” said sophomore forward Cory Golden. The stingy grass at Ralston Field has proven to be a safe haven for the Colonels, winning all but two home games thus far in the season. The Colonels have been schooling teams all over the league, posting a dominating record of 5-0-1 in the MAC Freedom Conference. These great performances can be attributed to the experience of the Colonels soccer team, who will graduate eight seniors this year. “We have an experienced team, and what I The Beacon/Todd Weibel think is good about this Freshman forward Bret Osswald prepares to kick the ball up the field during See SOCCER page 17 Tuesday’s 1-1 tie with Scranton. .·. · Campus Calendar. ._., Conference Room - 7:30 Monday (10/23) *Pizza Wars, HSC Ballroom p.m. *Wilma Carroll Tarot Card - 9:00 p.m. Reader, Roth Concourse 11:00 a.m. Tuesday (10/24) *Get Out The Youth Vote Rally, HSC former book- Wednesday (10/25) *No events scheduled store - 11:30 p.m. *Women’s soccer vs. CenteThursday (10/26) nary - 3:00 p.m. *Men’s soccer @ Baptist *Internship fair, HSC Ballroom - 11:00 a.m. Bible - 3:00 p.m. *Field hockey @ DeSales - *Balloon Man on Campus, Roth Concourse - 11:00 4:00 p.m. *McGlynn Halloween Party a.m. sponsored by the Office of *Self-Defense/Women’s Community Service, HSC Empowerment, Marts Center Room 214 - 11:00 a.m. Ballroom - 6:00 p.m. *Women’s volleyball vs. Friday (10/27) King’s - 7:00 p.m. *Health Services Program *Field Hockey vs. Arcadia on Date Rape Drugs, Miller - 4:00 p.m. Find this Picture on Campus and... WIN CASH *Commuter Council LockIn, Conyngham Hall Lounge - 8:00 p.m. Saturday (10/28) *Women’s volleyball vs. Kean/Keuka - 11:00 a.m. *Men’s soccer vs. Drew 12:00 p.m. *Field Hockey vs. Montclair State - 1:00 p.m. *Football @ Albright - 1:00 p.m. *Women’s soccer vs. Drew - 2:30 p.m. Sunday (10/29) *Ghost Chasers, HSC Ballroom - 8:00 p.m. This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University’s campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put “Campus Picture” as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $20 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. There was no winner this week. Next week’s photo will be worth $20.00 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. 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Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 October 23rd Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 October 23 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/c8e07cab739de3ec6a5a9205ee06f429.pdf 9534a9cc6e9ccf10c07cdd7735d9bb79 PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA The THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Volume 59 Issue 7 www.wilkesbeacon.com OCTOBER 30, 2006 One Stop Shop plans lead to support staff position losses BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. News Editor In conjunction with the university’s move to consolidate services with the One Stop Shop service center in December and steps toward the Vision 2010 goals, university officials acknowledged last week that several support service personnel positions will be eliminated. According to an official university press release on October 20, “Technology enhancements including integration of department databases, an increase in services made available directly to students online and plans to cross-train employees have resulted in the creation of 20 new full-time positions and the elimination of 27 current positions, at a net loss of seven full-time positions available within the university.” Scott Byers, vice president for finance and support operations, said, “A staff with a wide range of knowledge in student functions can better serve the needs of students as they make their way through the University. Students and parents expect efficient services that are both time and cost effective. The status quo is no longer possible if Wilkes is to thrive and provide a higher level of service to our students.” On October 23, university officials held an open question and answer forum for faculty, staff and students about the One Stop Shop and personnel changes. The meeting was attended by about 60 people. Byers opened the forum. “It’s a difficult and exciting time as to how we move forward,” he said. “Difficult because we are affecting people, but exciting because we are working for the students.” Mike Frantz, vice president for enrollment and marketing, discussed the affected positions and noted they would include “mostly financial aid, registrar, student accounts, and enrollment processing. [There will be] a reorganization between all of those areas.” “The primary reason [for the One Stop Shop] is to provide efficient and effective service to the students,” said Byers. According to the Wilkes’ Human Resource webpage, jobs such as service associate, service clerk, specialist for enrollment The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski See LAYOFFS page 4 Vice President for Finance and Support Operations Scott Byers and Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing Mike Frantz address faculty and staff in a meeting closed off to the local media. Rally for Governor Rendell encourages youth to vote BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. News Editor Governor Rendell entered Wilkes University’s “Get Out the Vote” rally on October 24 with chants of “Ed, Ed, Ed!” from screaming college-aged voters ready to make their voices heard. Students from Wilkes University and King’s College came out in droves to show their support for the Democrats seeking of- fice in this very important, exciting midterm election. “It’s a very important election, especially because we need to change the government for the better... Too many college students seem to be apathetic toward voting and they do not realize the effect they can have by casting one single vote,” said Adam Gillette, junior business administration major. Tia Adams, sophomore communication studies major, said, “We [the youth] are go- ing to be the future of this country, so our voices should matter.” When asked if candidates pay attention to youth needs, Mallory Cooper, junior political science major, said “The candidates talk about our needs when they are running, but once they get elected they focus on the older population... I still feel like my voice does count in the sense that the major issues, such as social security, still impact me in some way.” The rally was opened by Wilkes-Barre mayor Tom Leighton who spoke about what Rendell has done for the revitalization of the city. “My goal, my vision for Wilkes-Barre is to make it a true college town... We have two great anchors [in Wilkes and King’s] that we have never taken advantage of until now,” he said. See RENDELL page 5 In This Issue... What does your card say? Page 7 Page 9 Beyond Recognition Page 12 Index News................................1-5 Opinion.............................6-8 Features.........................9-11 Arts & Entertainment....12-15 Sports...........................16-20 �NEWS OCTOBER 30, 2006 2 What stinks? Human Resources Governor Rendell Q&A 3 4 5 AFROTC program turns on the afterburners Number of cadets nearly doubles from last year BY NICK PODOLAK Beacon News Editor Carl Benson lives the military lifestyle. Yes, he’s got the crew cut and a kung-fu grip handshake, but next fall he will have something to show for it. He will begin serving his country as a developmental engineer for the Air Force. A few years ago, though, Benson and his fellow cadets may have been denied the opportunity to go through their AFROTC training at Wilkes, which serves as the host school for 13 different universities in the area. The Air Force planned to disband the program after its participation numbers took a nosedive. Now under the command of new Lt. Col. Kaster, the program has turned on its afterburners, nearly doubling the detachment from last year with 29 total cadets and 13 first year cadets. “Growth is where we want to go,” said Kaster. “We’re look- ing for quality, highly motivated students who want a military Air Force career. And that’s what we have in this detachment. They are good ambassadors not only for the AFROTC but also for Wilkes University.” While the main goal of the program is to prepare young men and women to become officers in the United States Air Force, many leadership opportunities are provided as well through community service and weekly leadership labs. For example Benson, whose father is a colonel and former F-15 Strike Eagle pilot, was born on Kirtland Air Force base in New Mexico and has spent most of his life traveling to bases all across the globe. However, most incoming cadets aren’t fortunate enough to have such a strong military background, and Benson plays a key role in the Wingman Program which serves as the mentoring agenda within the AFROTC. “We educate and train future leaders of the Air Force. Through the mentoring program I can give my experiences of living in the Air Force to younger cadets and hopefully it will help them to grow,” he said. Lt. Col Kaster, who holds a bachelor’s in science from Iowa State University and a master’s in meteorology from St. Louis University, couldn’t predict if a rough winter is on hand or not, but knows, “The weather in Iowa is a lot worse than Northeastern Pennsylvania.” When asked what the best part of his job was, he replied, “Good question. I think it’s working with the young cadets…the future leaders of the Air Force. There aren’t more than a couple more rewarding jobs in the whole United States Air Force,” he said. “We all will retire some day and we have to make sure that the people who are coming up to replace us can do the job, control the skies, and protect the nation. The Beacon/Robert Bireley Senior cadet Chuck Sigman(left), chats with sophomore cadet John Perez during a recent Wingman program meeting at the Kingston Armory. BEACON Serving the community through fair and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers. Editorial Staff Editor-in-Chief: Curran Dobson Email: wilkesbeacon@gmail.com News Editor: Nick Podolak Email: beaconnewsline@gmail.com Op/Ed Editor: Kristyn Ostman Email: thebeacon.oped@gmail.com Features Editor: Nora Jurasits Email: thebeaconfeatures@gmail.com A&E Editor: Stephanie Debalko Email: thebeaconae@gmail.com Sports Editor: Ariel Cohen Email: beaconsports@gmail.com Photo Editor: Nick Zmijewski Advertising Managers: Stephanie Yachim Dana Zlotucha Email: thebeacon.ads@gmail.com Advisor: Dr. Andrea Breemer Frantz Established in 1936 PA Newspaper Association Member Printed on Mondays during the academic school year. The Beacon/Cara Koster The new bookstore, under the management of Barnes & Noble, is open in the Innovation Center near Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. The new bookstore features a Starbucks and spirit wear. 130 S. River St. First Floor, Conyngham Hall, Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �NEWS OCTOBER 30, 2006 3 Pepé Le Pew prime suspect in spraying Students report numerous sightings of “striped bandit” on campus BY NICK PODOLAK & AUGUSTO LOMBANA Beacon News Editor & Beacon Correspondent According to Animal Planet’s Most Extreme, the skunk (scientific name: Mephitis meaning “bad odor” in Latin) is the #1 stinker in the world. Perhaps that explains why the furry little creature has caused such a stink on the Wilkes campus in the last few weeks. Numerous skunk sightings have been reported between Franklin and River streets, and junior Jackie Aiello claims that she and her dog fell victim to one skunk’s pungent spray while walking behind a CVS parking lot near Academy Street. Several tomato juice baths later, Jackie noted, “I was really afraid when it happened. Now I’m really cautious when I have to walk my dog at night.” Skunks have not only been reported throughout the city, but on the campus as well. In one incident sophomore Lindsay Sabol spotted several skunks on the greenway last week at 2:30 a.m. while walking home from the computer lab in Breiseth Hall, and junior Darin Dolan says he felt threatened after disrupting one’s midnight snack in a dumpster on River Street. “The fact that there are so many skunks makes you wary of even being out at night… even if working at the computer lab,” Sabol said. Rest assured, skunks are normally “docile, non-aggressive animals,” according to Wild Mammals of North America. They will, however, spray if cornered, which might have been brought about by the presence of Aiello’s dog. College of Science and Engineering professor Mike Steele clarifies that there is not necessarily an increase in the skunk population but an increase in activity as skunks forage to acquire more body fat for the onset of winter. “This could be one or two family units that have dispersed as of last spring and the likely peak is because of trying to build body reserves before the winter season,” he said. Even dead, skunk roadkill has been “stink- ing up” most of River Street as the stench seeps and lingers in cars and households. “It’s really gross when the fan in my front window draws in the smell of a dead skunk in my whole house,” said Evans Hall resident Jack Petrose. But while some find it repulsive, others have a preference for it. Could there possibly be skunk cologne in the works to appear in the near future, perhaps a Malodorous Musk? “Well I don’t know if there’s a market for that,” Steele said with a laugh. Stinky Facts - A skunk’s musk gland contains 15 ml’s of scent. - The musk can be sprayed up to a range of 3-5m. - Skunks are carnivores, and their diet includes insects, grubs, and in some cases earthworms, snails, clams, crayfish, and frogs. - If sprayed, the best remedy to rid the smell is to shower in something acidic, such as tomato juice. Tl d up Courtesy of Augusto Lombana Junior Lyndsey Phillips reacts to a skunk about to take the spraying postiion. The striped mammal has become a nuisance on the Wilkes campus and community, but its presence isn’t necessarily due to increased numbers, but increased activity as they look to build up body reserves for the winter, when they normally shut down. �OCTOBER 30, 2006 NEWS 4 Vice President for Human Resources resigns Panganiban accepts vice presidency at Diversified Information Technologies insurance and pharmaceutical industries. Despite looking forward to her new opportunity, Panganiban said that the decision to leave Vice president for Human Resources, Wilkes wasn’t easy. “I looked back at Wilkes and am thankful for Josephine Panganiban, will leave her position on November 3 for Diversified every person who gave me an excellent experience. This opportunity aligned with Information Technologies in what my goals were in regard to conScranton. Panganiban has sulting business how to run smoothaccepted a position as vice er,” said Panganiban. “…[The posipresident of human resourction with Diversified] will focus more es and the position will allow on assessing and consulting what her to focus on consulting. businesses need to help them become Diversified Information Panganiban more effective.” Technologies was founded Mike Frantz, vice president for enrollment in 1982 and has 18 locations nationwide. It provides business manage- and marketing, notes he is sad to see Panment consulting in a variety of areas ganiban leave, but is very excited for her new including disaster recovery and records opportunity. “I am very supportive of her decimanagement and currently boasts a cli- sion because this is what’s best for Josephine,” ent list of over 250 businesses in the en- he stated. “We had a shared mentorship. She ergy, financial, government, healthcare, taught me how to be a better professional and BY MARK CONGDON Beacon Correspondant LAYOFFS from FRONT PAGE and records and specialist for financial aid and student accounts are open for internal and external applications until October 27. However, Frantz claims that internal candidates “will have the first shot at these positions.” Pamela Fendrock and Margaret Zellner, managers of the One Stop Shop, and Pamela Hoffman, director of human resources, will evaluate applications. “We have to make this an institutionalized system that is not dependent on specific individuals, but rather a whole team… [Wilkes] had the ability to evoke change and we had to jump in with both feet… We have to have these groups work as a team so that we can serve the students better,” said Byers. Some faculty and staff have voiced concern about the elimination of positions and the restructuring associated with the One Stop Shop service center. Mike Steele, professor of biology, is one faculty member with a strongly negative opinion. “There is a widespread lack of confidence to reorganize anything [on campus]. Implementation of any restructuring [activity] on this campus has cost us a lot of money and has been ineffective. If in fact the motivation is to increase student efficiency than why are we doing it a week before preregistration? It is too much, too fast.” Ken Klemow, professor of biology, is afraid that “each staff member will be in charge of an enormous amount of knowledge.” Henry Castejon, assistant professor of chemistry, indicated concern about the online technology and upkeep. Arthur Kibbe, professor of pharmaceutical sciences and chair of the Faculty Affairs Committee (FAC), acknowledged that, “The FAC has drafted two resolutions [for the One Stop Shop] for the faculty to vote on at the November 2 meeting.” One of the faculty resolutions states, “The faculty recognizes the value and contributions of the staff persons affected by the restructuring, and has not had input into the process of restructuring; be it resolved that the faculty does not support the elimination of any staff positions at this time.” “It is our hope that the university administration will allow the faculty time to review the reorganization and make suggestions as to how best to proceed... We believe that the faculty can have a valuable role to play in the governance of the university. Our hope is that the president and the rest of the administration will agree with us and allow us time to give our thoughtful suggestions,” said Kibbe. More goals that are hoped to be accomplished by the One Stop Shop are improved online services, with almost 90% of services becoming available over the computer I looked back at Wilkes and am thankful for every person who gave me an excellent experience. -Josephine Panganiban, Vice president of Human Resources helped me realize the type of person I want to be.” Panganiban further noted that she will miss her mentors at Wilkes University. “There is so much talent in the area that needs to be appreciated and further developed. I had the pleasure of working with some of the most good-hearted, kind and very talented individuals at the university-in the Human Resource Department, the President’s cabinet and President Gilmour. Many have given me a lot of opportunities to grow at the university,” she said. “Josephine is someone who really values people and should be remembered for the good person that she is,” Frantz concluded. Panganiban began her career at Wilkes University in July of 2002. Currently, there is no job posting on the Wilkes website to fill this vacancy. which is estimated to provide a net savings of $400,000. The One Stop Shop service center is set to open December 4 and even Byers acknowledges that “it will not be perfect” come the first day. In response to the resistance voiced at the open forum, President Tim Gilmour said, “Wilkes is a much stronger financial institution than it was five years ago. The One Stop Shop approach is used by many other institutions… We do believe it can be done.” “We are putting people together to sort out routine processes and provide greater efficiency. We know this can work and this seems to be the right time to do it… From the time you implement this new project to the time it is done we will all feel discomfort with the personal part of it. At the end of the day, there is a constant drumbeat telling the institution to keep moving forward. The answer is not to keep doing the same thing and not getting results… We will do everything in our power we can to minimize the effect on people,” said Gilmour. Frantz concluded, “We have to do a lot of proving this is going to work. Trust us this can be done well and done right instead of the opposite.” Sundance Vacations Inc -Sports/ Event Marketing! ""~ -Flexible Schedule -Weekends & nights a must -GREAT PAY! $100 to $200/day -Transportation a plus Public interaction marketing at various events in your area CALL NOW! 1-800-233-1613 ............. ... .....,.. -- • ,, Sllrrlllf,. ,,. . ~· �OCTOBER 30, 2006 Governor Rendell Q & A BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor Following the rally last week, The Beacon was granted an exclusive interview with Governor Ed Rendell. The question/answer offers some insights into the Pennyslvania Governor’s priorities and hope for young people in the state. The Beacon : What is the most important reason for young voters to go to the polls? Governor Rendell: Well, as I said, I think this election is about restructuring the priorities for America. Most of those priorities, whether it is healthcare, energy policy, whether it is economic growth...most of those policies will impact young people more than any other group. So they have a tremendous vested interest in what happens now. What government does in 2007 will have an effect in 2030, 2035, and 2040. It is time for young people to get involved and make their voices heard. The Beacon : What do you think the mission of the democratic party as a whole is in terms of leadership and governance in our country? Governor Rendell: Well I think you can see that it is clear that our party almost universally believes that government can and should be a very important vehicle for making change happen, for creating opportunity for young people through education, for creating opportunity for displaced workers by job training and retraining and by economic development initiatives. We also believe that it is government’s responsibility to help our most venerable citizens; the very old, the very young, those that are sick, that are physically and mentally challenged and people who are very poor. We don’t apologize for that, we think that is the right mission for government to have. The Beacon: With the mid-term and the 2008 election, what do you say are the biggest issues facing both the state and the nation as a whole? Governor Rendell: Well the biggest issues facing the state are our need to step in and do the things that the federal government is not doing now. For example, the alternative and renewable energy policy that I talked about. Expanding healthcare. I am very proud of the fact that since I have become governor, 370,000 more Pennsylvanians have healthcare insurance than before I became governor, but there are still one million Pennsylvanians that don’t. We have to reduce the cost of healthcare. We have to continue to improve our education system because that is not only important for our individual children, but it is also important for us if we are going to remain competitive because qualified and skilled workers are going to be a currency of the future particularly in the global economy. We are not competing against West Virginia, Ohio, Northern New Jersey or Delaware, but we are competing against Korea, Singapore, Japan, India, France and Germany, and they educate their kids starting at the age of three. They pay a lot of attention to education and we better get on the stick to retain our competitiveness. The Beacon : Think like a parent. What would be one piece of advice to college age students about how to live their lives and prepare for the future? Governor Rendell: My advice would be to get involved. Get involved in some level of community service or some political activity or both. The issues that are being discussed right now will have a major impact on the 18-25 year olds more than any other group out there. So the more that you get involved and the earlier that you get involved the more you can help shape your future. NEWS RENDELL 5 “I think it is important for students and the youth to get out from FRONT PAGE and vote and voice their opinion. There are actually organizations Wilkes University’s President and websites to assist candidates Tim Gilmour reiterated what the in campaigning in order to undermayor had to say. “The governstand how to get the youth vote ment has been extrememly generbecause it is crucial to winning ous to this region, this city and this any election. We need to spread university.” the word across college campuses Candidate after candidate stepped that students need to make a difup to the podium encouraging the ference in their country,” he said. youth to go out November 7, cast Dave Sborz, sophomore politia vote and tell others to do the cal science same. major and T h o m one of the Shubilla, organizers a student of the voter representarally, made tive from a strong King’s Colstatement lege, said, to his “If you feel peers. your one “In the vote is not 2004 elecenough, tion, I drag your thought friends to my generathe polls. tion was Get everygoing to one you change the know to world. That get out and vote.” The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski c h a n g e was never Mike CarPennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell attends a voter rally at Wilkes University achieved. roll, who is on October 24. Other candidates in attendence included Mike Carroll, Eddie We simply running for Day Pashinski, and Paul Kanjorski. said ‘We state representative, feels the youth vote is challenge for the state for a long don’t care.’... It’s time for the necessary in this election. “The time. Not only the people from youth to stand up and have our involvement of our young people out of state that come to our great voices be heard.” is necessary, important and vital. colleges, but also our homegrown Elections come and go, but partic- Pennsylvanians,” Rendell said. ipation wanes. Exercise your right “My answer to all of that was, first and foremost, to vote on November 7.” revitalize Eddie Day Pashinski, who is to running for state representative in our communithe 121st district, needed a little ties.. secondly, extra help to reach the top of the we have to use podium, but wound up delivering our colleges as UNIQUE a huge speech that made the crowd a resource. We GIFTS! NINTENDO want to turn come alive. ETC “Talk about the issues, enjoy them into an your freedom of speech and know economic asvery well who speaks the truth and set.” Matt Brown, who twists it. You [the youth] give us a chance to show we care about junior entrepeunership major, you,” he said. Afterwards, Pashinski asked is a registered some students why they were Republican, but in attendence. One said, “We was in attenmake a difference!” and another dence because exclaimed, “I want my voice he feels the ~ ~ youth vote is heard!” Paul Kanjorski, Congressman extremely imfor the 11th district, provided more portant regardencouragement. “You are opin- less of political ~ ion makers. Even though you’re views. young, you leave an impression. I ask you to dedicate yourself for taking back America.” Governor Rendell took the stand and explained his stance on issues that affect college-aged voters, ranging from renewable energy to creating jobs and lowering the cost of higher education. “What are we going to do to keep our best and brightest young people in Pennsylvania? There is no question that has been a real )Vis lsSJx Cls fflEi GAUS LPs mtd 4Ss ~ ........................... . ! 1us1,AL ENEIGI I 59 north main wilkes barre ~29-1929 !Ihundreds of posters !!I �Opinion OCTOBER 30, 2006 6 Genocide in Darfur Your Voices Sight for Sore Eyes \. Censorship a dangerous response to anger over report CNN airs controversial sniper video infuriating U.S. officials BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD We’re told what books we need to read. We’re told what television shows are for mature audiences. In college, and in life, we have specific things we need to see or hear in order to get our work done. What if there were no choices? Imagine for a moment that some of the things we need or want to know are censored. While it is hard to believe that the U.S. could have a policy of media censorship, what if it did? Such government oversight is not unusual across the globe and throughout history. Americans have little idea what they owe to the authors of the Con- stitution and the Bill of Rights for anticipating the absues of power inherent in government oversight of the news media. CNN recently aired video footage of snipers targeting U.S. troops in Iraq. The video in question was actually shot by insurgents and forwarded to CNN correspondent Michael Ware in response to questions he had asked of the insurgents’ reported leader. CNN opted to cut to black without showing actual impact on any U.S. soldier because editorial staff felt the images would be too horrific for audiences. But CNN’s decision to run any of the enemy’s footage at all has enraged many and even provoked some senators to call for the removal of CNN reporters from Iraq. The Committee of Concerned Journalists defended the piece for showing a clear picture of what our troops are going through in Iraq. But the nature of the film was so explicit that many see this as the news media crossing an ethical line in reporting. When does illustrating the “facts” of war become gratuitous? The CNN videos have since been copied and posted to internet sites such as YouTube. Whether or not viewers feel that CNN’s editorial decision to air the images was unethical, it still The Pen is Mightier ... You have an OPINION and we want to hear it .I Wall± to expi:e,;;;,;;; your unique ,.:-iew::; to the Wilkes; o=-nmrun:it y? The Beacon ':; Op:inion ,;;;e ct :on is s;o=-u.ring c-:nnpus :in ,; ; ell"clt o£ writ er:; with :fre:ili th:,ugld:,;;; -:ind VE'W"'S . 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While the White House insists that this is a free country and censorship won’t occur, we can’t Visit www.wilkesbeacon.com to cast your vote. Results will always assume that we know all be published in next week’s the facts anyway. It is critical to issue of The Beacon. seek out as much information as possible to make a decision on something and fight to protect our rights to that information. �OCTOBER 30, 2006 OPINION 7 United States has obligation to fight terror on every front Genocide in Darfur must be answered BY CURRAN DOBSON Beacon Editor-in-Chief The United Nations is warning the world of a “man-made catastrophe of an unprecedented scale.” Thousands of women have been raped, hundreds of thousands are dead and millions have been displaced from their homes. But the U.S. government has opted to avoid and ignore this genocide, most likely because it secretly backs those who are doing these horrific acts. Something must be done for the people of Darfur. D e s p i t e t h e devastation, few people are intimately familiar with the situation in Darfur, an area in western Sudan where a military group (backed by the Sudanese government) is waging a war designed to exterminate the ethnic population. Those who watched ER last season on NBC right to stand by and watch as the death toll in Darfur creeps towards 400,000? As a country capable of making a difference, can we excuse ourselves from doing nothing simply because we are involved in other conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq? Genocide does not come at politically convenient t i m e s . Murder and rape must be addressed and cannot be allowed to continue without recourse or punishment. America went to war with Iraq because we believed Saddam Hussein to be an evil dictator, one who killed his own people and had the capability and desire to kill Americans as well. Does the evil need to be directed at us in order for Americans to feel some need to answer it? Aren’t the Janjaweed (the tribal militia) and the saw some of the scenes of murder and desolation taking place in that country. The fictionalized account of the situation was just that, fiction, but the issues it raised were all too horrifyingly real. The worldwide community has done little to alleviate the suffering of the Darfur victims. While a UN peacekeeping force was sent to the region, members have little power to enforce any rule over the violent, wellarmed military group. Meanwhile, more and more people are slaughtered every day. The United States, as the self-appointed international police force and guardian against those countries that have been described as the “axis of evil,” has done little to fix this situation. Granted, Americans have more than enough to deal with when we consider the ever-decreasing security in Iraq and the fact that the ground situation in Baghdad is now of civil war proportions. Nevertheless, does that make it morally Sudanese government just as evil as Saddam, or Hitler, or the Rwandan genocidaires who killed nearly 1 million people in 100 days? Don’t they just as equally deserve the hammer of military might that we are capable of bestowing? After the catastrophe in Rwanda, George W. Bush reportedly said, “Not on my watch.” And yet, because we are mired in war on numerous fronts against terror in other parts of the globe, we have turned a blind eye to this genocide and the travesty wreaked on human life. Truly, the Janjaweed are terrorists, armed with guns and power. Just because they didn’t fly a plane into a building doesn’t make them any less so. Terror against innocent lives deserves an answer, and one that will be effective. As an industrialized, wealthy, powerful nation, we must do our duty and stop the bullies of the world from picking on our neighbors. Lindsey Pendergrass, a high school freshman, believes that newspapers should not be permitted to publish articles without government approval. “The press just wants to print something that people will buy,” s h e told The takes us from being a democracy into being a dictatorship. I take this opportunity to ask that people educate themselves on the power of a free press, and examine regimes like that of China, where there are no such freedoms. People who speak ill of the government in that nation frequently go missing rather soon after they voice their dissent. Is this what America is coming to? In closing, I quote Justice Potter Stewart in his opinion in the Pentagon Papers case in 1971: “In the absence of the governmental checks and balances present in other areas of our national life, the only effective restraint upon executive policy and power in the areas of national defense and international affairs may lie in an enlightened citizenry - in an informed and critical public opinion which alone can here protect the values of democratic government. For this reason, it is perhaps here that a press that is alert, aware, and free most vitally serves the(' basic purpose of the First Amendment. For without an informed and free press there cannot be an enlightened people.” In the absence of governmental checks and balances... BY RYAN BROGHAMER Beacon Staff Writer Take a moment and thank the fathers of our nation for what you are about to read. It is because of their foresight and desire for a liberated and enlightened people that I am able to freely voice my opinions in this very space. Decades before there was a ‘war on terror’ and policies of ‘shock and awe’, these great men realized the necessity of a citizenship to criticize and question the actions of their leadership. They acknowledged that not everything those in authority do is always correct, and recognized the right of the people to freely dissent and voice their displeasure against such faulty acts. These rights are guaranteed in the First Amendment to our United States Constitution. Also guaranteed in that amendment is the freedom of the press to report upon that government in an unimpeded manner. Unfortunately, our current administration is seeing fit to abolish, or at least drastically alter, those rights. In recent speeches at Republican fundraisers, President Bush has taken to criticizing the press for exposing government secrets in the current Iraq war. In addition, it has been discussed that the press has too much freedom in the remarks it can make about our government, and its opinions on the conflict. Some people have begun to question the patriotism of our press and the level of fairness with which it reports. Others have taken it a step further and are proposing an “Office of Censorship” be established to control what the average American is exposed to from the media. The ironic part about that is that it was actually a member of the media who put forward that plan. As documented on mediamatters.org, Fox News’ Brian Kilmeade said that the United Status should “put up the Office of Censorship,” a bygone World War II relic abolished in 1945. Kilmeade’s co-host, E.D. Hill, elaborated on the role of the agency, saying it could determine whether news reports will “hurt the country” or actually “have news value.” I seem to remember, a few years ago now, President Bush saying that we were going to Iraq to free their people. We were sending our sons and daughters, friends and neighbors, off to a foreign land to fight a war to assure the freedom of the Iraqi people. As Andrew P. Napolitano asked Kilmeade, “How can we fight a war to bring freedom to another country - to bring freedom of the press to another country when we’re crushing freedom of the press here at home?” I recently stumbled upon a March 5 article from The Oregonian (“Many Students Willing to Give Government Control of the Press”), and read with a heavy heart the misguided nature of our next generation. Oregonian. “ T h e government has to be true to the public. The newspaper’s study of teenagers’ opinions showed that Pendergrass isn’t alone. Nearly one-third of them disagreed with full freedom of the press, a number that was reportedly twice that of adults surveyed. Mr. Kilmeade, Ms. Pendergrass and our President seem to ignore the role of the press as the fourth check. They believe that the job of our reporters is to faithfully report the words that the current administration wants them to report, with no other opinions being observed. It is this type of expurgation and suppression of dissent that �OCTOBER 30, 2006 Dear Editor: Thieves, crooks, and cheaters are just a few names given to people like me. Like so many of my friends and millions of others across the world, I download music and other various materials. I am an avid gamer and supporter of all industries including music and movies, but I am still a poor college student. Since coming to college I have learned that downloading is not only cheap but a lot of fun. Recently there was an article in The Beacon about Wilkes University getting letters from the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America). Notices were sent to the school regarding several individuals who were downloading copyrighted music files. In the article the school clearly states that they are only abiding by The Digital Millennium Copyright Act, but it seems this is not the case. Dean [Mark] Allen, who seems to be spearheading this problem head on, clearly stated, “The university is held responsible for the students’ actions.” If this was the case, then when the RIAA finally gets the name of the individual downloading the il- OPINION 8 Your Voices legal music, will the school back the student in the court room or will they sit on the side of the RIAA “because of legal issues?” Allen was also quoted saying that the student’s information is also jeopardized. So the real question is will the school protect our personal information once the RIAA demands names and information of the particular IP address? While downloading music is free and requires little to minimal effort to get almost anything you want, students are being targeted as criminals. Barbara King, Associate Dean of Student Affairs also said, “...only letters were sent, a total of eight people have been affected and that they are trying to teach students how to correctly download music.” The problem with these statements is where is the mass education to the Wilkes Campus? I work at the information desk in the student center, so I should know almost anything going on on campus, but when this statement was printed I was shocked. I have seen no pamphlets or flyers stating any information about this so-called education. As of recently the school has made a deal with Apple Computers in which a large portion of our school has been redone with brand new Apple hardware and software. But what does this do for the students? Does Apple offer some kind of deal in which the students can download songs for practically nothing or at a discount price or something? It seems the University can’t really take the students’ side because of legal issues because they may be sued. Maybe the university should look at the statistics of the RIAA court records and noticed that they are being pawned around like many others in recent years. An example of the RIAA going after someone and losing is the case of Debbie Foster from Oklahoma. She was sued by the RIAA for downloading music from the program called Kazaa in November 2004. The problem with this accusation was that she did not own a computer; she didn’t even know how to use one. When the RIAA found this out, they tried to cut their losses and end the case, but Debbie appealed to the court to get the case dismissed with prejudice, which means the RIAA paid her legal fees. The RIAA has sued many people, including grandmothers and dead people, and their percentage of winning court cases is extremely low. Other evidence used against the RIAA has been that an IP does not represent a person. Over the years the RIAA has declared that downloading music has lowered CD production and income to the record companies. A study was conducted by the Harvard Business School by the associate professor Felix Oberholzer. His finding suggested that it would take over 5,000 downloaded songs to displace the cost of one CD. Downloading music allows more people to hear music they like, which leads to eventually buying the album. Overall it seems this administration is scared of an organization that tries to label itself as BIG BROTHER, but really is just an annoying fly to the Supreme Court and rest of the country. I think the Wilkes administration needs to support its students more and stop bending to the wills of every corporation that states they will sue if this continues to occur. If they don’t have the money to back their own students then truly where is our tuition money going? Mark Leicht, junior history major Lack of manners among youth socially unacceptable BY KRISTYN OSTMAN Beacon Opinion Editor you. It’s absolutely not just a problem at Wilkes or all colleges; this is a general social dysfunction. What’s so wrong about having good manners? A touch of class here and there can change your entire public pres- ence. Subconscious behavior is no excuse for being sloppy. You’re an adult now, so start acting like one. Bottom line: stand up straight and get your hand out of your pants. A Sight for Sore Eyes Aleksader Lapinski Perhaps I’m just a keen observer of humans or just plain lucky. I have noticed a new epidemic on the Wilkes campus. Twice in one week, I came across young men with their hands down their pants. Now, normally, I wouldn’t think anything of this, except one young man in particular would not remove his hand over the span of 20 minutes as he approached the Information Desk in the Student Center. He continued to search for treasure while asking some questions of one of the workstudy students. I watched with astonishment (and revulsion) as this guy had such bad manners and was so socially inept that he spoke to the info desk worker and at no point removed his hand…and most of his forearm, from his pants. Eww! Let’s get one thing straight, any woman who sees a guy with his hand down his pants in public is thinking this: if you have to keep looking for it, it ain’t worth finding. I realize “chivalry is dead” and with all the blurring of the gender roles, most people do not conform to traditional behavior and manners, but there has to be a line. Who wants to shake your hand now? Sure, I can see where that hand has been, but I have no idea where the contents of your pants have been that you are currently giving a hearty handshake. There is a difference in what someone can do in public versus what they do in private. In your own living room, I wouldn’t hold it against you for doing anything you want. In public, consider what you look like. Having bad manners can tell others more about you than you may think. You have one chance to make a first impression. Do you really want people to look at you and think, “That guy is so socially awkward that he can’t stop playing pocket pool for five minutes?” Women are not off the hook either. While I have witnessed fewer acts of horrific grossness among females, I have seen plenty of girls with poor public appearance. If I can see your thong, the pants are too tight. It is not cute to belch, and you are too old to be a tomboy. Okay, so I’m not totally off the hook, either. I catch myself occasionally not using proper manners. But usually I will muster an apology to the company I am in and quickly correct myself. No one can be expected to do everything right all the time, especially since we all come from different backgrounds and there are no mandatory behavior classes. We all possess our own baseline and have built personality and mannerisms on top of that. However, this is no excuse for insensitivity to those around �FEATURES MBA India Exchange Fall Recipes OCTOBER 30, 2006 10 11 9 Tarot reader offers insight into the mystery of the cards BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Features Editor In the spirit of Halloween, Wilkes is surrounded with a feeling of mysticism. Whether it’s finding out if there really is a ghost in Kirby Hall alongside the Ghost Chasers, or discovering what the future holds through careful reading of tarot cards, the Wilkes community has the opportunity to seek answers in a different realm. Tarot card reader Wilma Carroll, who is based out of Manhattan, recently visited Wilkes and provided some students and faculty members insight into what their lives may be like in the future. Those who spoke with Carroll, as well as others who have heard about readings, may find themselves asking how tarot card reading actually works. The Beacon recently had a chance to speak with Carroll about her experiences with this mysterious practice. The Beacon: How did you begin reading tarot cards? Wilma Carroll: Well, I always had this affinity with the supernatural when I was a little girl and I was drawn to the mysterious and unusual. I happened to get into tarot cards when I was in college and I saw someone doing them. Around that time there was a movement of the occult, a renewal in people’s interest in mysticism. I started working with them, and they talked to me. I got messages, and I kept working with them for that reason. The Beacon: Do you read your own cards? Carroll: I need someone outside. Some friends of mine can read for themselves and can get accurate readings. Once in a blue moon I’ll have people helping me with some astrology things and give me precise answers. One woman in Queens is hard to get to, but is really, really good. The Beacon: Was there any training involved? Carroll: With something like this, there’s no official training. You pick things up from other people out there, and from authors and readers. You study and read spiritual books. I travelled a lot and visited some organizations in London, and in France at a metaphysical institute. When it’s a spiritual pursuit, there’s no official training. The Beacon: Why do you think people are drawn to tarot cards and getting their cards read? Carroll: People are fascinated by what the future holds. It is some mystery, something we don’t know, don’t understand. The Beacon: What is the process you go through when someone gets a reading? Carroll: When I’m reading for entertainment, such as a college event, I do a little astrology with some numerology, look at palms then read cards. Privately, I do some astrology and numerology, but it’s much longer with cards, about three spreads and one is very long, and then they can ask specific questions. The Beacon: How do people benefit from having their cards read? Carroll: For one thing, you start learning you are creating your own future. People don’t realize that. It’s something we create for ourselves. Delving into the future, telling oracles, you realize what you’re setting up for yourself. It gives you more control over life, it’s an introspective pursuit. If you work with the cards, images give you insights to life and how it relates to you. It helps to see things in much broader, multidimensional ways. Sometimes it’s not easy because it’s sensitive, people get sensitive. It’s something I’m able to do, and if people want it, I offer it as a benefit. It’s something I happen to do. There are very rewarding moments when I have a rapport with someone and we’re able to deal with matters. The Beacon: Have you ever had any strange or scary experiences while reading someone’s cards? Carroll: There’s a section in the book about strange things I’ve seen in the cards. I was reading some place, and these people worked in the World Trade Center, and I said, ‘Next year you’re The Beacon/Nora Jurasits TheBeacon/Nora Jurasits going to go to a new office,’ and Wilma Carroll, whose interest in the occult began during her childhood, spent a few hours they disagreed. That was about a in the Henry Student Center on Tuesday, October 29, reading the tarot cards of students year before everything happened and faculty. with the World Trade Center. I saw strange things. I read a woman’s cards and I saw she was pregnant. She got a test and she was. I saw death in the cards for a couple people, not necessarily them, but people around them. I’ve had some weird experiences since I’ve been reading almost 40 years. The Beacon: How do you respond to people who don’t believe in readings and other similar practices? Carroll: It doesn’t matter to me if they don’t believe, but there are some people who think you’re playing with the devil. They’re fanatics. That’s difficult. I did some readings in Kentucky and there were two students who felt I was dealing with the devil so they were standing there praying over me. The Beacon: What was your experience like when you appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman? What did you do when you were featured on The Learning Channel? Carroll: I wrote an article about it. He was very difficult, not easy to deal with, quite intimidating. The fun part was being with the other psychics, waiting for our turn and having a good time before we went into the room one by one with him. He was moody. The piece was funny, it was called, ‘Psychic Night.’ You didn’t miss anything by not meeting him. Regis Philbin was very nice to me. Everyone thought he would be mean. I read cards for Joy, Regis’ wife. Regis wanted me to predict who would win the election, and some of the audience booed me [when I said Bush]. He asked me some corny questions. On TLC, I was on a show called A Baby Story. They followed the woman around from the time she found out she was pregnant and they go into delivery room and everything. This woman had a “girls night in,” and I was there and was supposed to tell her what the baby would be like, what the daughter was going to be like. Those interested in reading tarot cards can learn how by reading Carroll’s book, The 2-Hour Tarot Tutor. �FEATURES 10 OCTOBER 30, 2006 Wilkes MBA program seeks link with Indian university Faculty members from Punjabi University visit to negotiate terms BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Features Editor While globalization becomes increasingly common in businesses and corporations, Wilkes is not sitting idly by. Members of the Sidhu School of Business here at Wilkes are working in collaboration with Punjab School of Management Studies at Punjabi University in Patiala, India to form a joint studies program wherein students seeking their MBA here can study at Punjabi University, and Indian students have the opportunity to study in India for half of the program, then complete it at Wilkes. Dr. S.K. Bansal, professor and head of the Punjab School of Management Studies at Punjabi University in Patiala, India, as well as professor A.S. Chawla, also from Punjabi University, vis- ited Wilkes for the past two weeks to work with Paul C. Browne, dean of the Sidhu School of Business, and other faculty members involved in the MBA program to work towards merging the two MBA programs. Browne explained that the time frame to get the two programs intertwined is fairly aggressive, but the challenge is dealing with the academic year as a unit, so if plans are set back slightly, it may mean pushing the integration back an entire year. “We hope to get started on our first pilot projects next spring,” Browne said. “When we’ll have everything running, I could see some of their MBA students here for a whole semester as soon as the fall of ‘08.” The process began in April of last year when J.S. Sidhu, the namesake for the business school, visited India, where he has spent together?” along with President Tim Gilmsome time throughout the course Sidhu then returned to Wilkes, our, traveled to India to observe of his life. and the process began. Faculty the business program at Punjabi “When he visited, our vice-chan- members of the MBA program, University. cellor got an opporSee INDIA page 11 tunity of meeting him and he brought him to our campus,” Chawla said. “During the process, he mentioned the J.S. Sidhu School of Business is established at Wilkes and a few things he’s been talking about, a leadership market and other things, and we got interested and we asked him, is there any possibility of The Beacon/Nora Jurasits collaboration or some kind of two Dr. S.K. Bansal and A.S. Chawla, faculty members of the Punjab School of situations coming Management Studies at Punjabi University in Patiala, visited Wilkes for two weeks to work out plans for a program collaboration. AS A COLLEGE GRAD , YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR 2007 FJ CRUISER 2007 RAV4 2007 CAMRY HYBRID 2007 YARIS ANY NEW TOYOTA OF YOUR CHOICE* WWW.WINAYARISONLINE.COM† *NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. 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But most college students don’t have the luxury of traveling all the way back home every time they want soup that didn’t come from a can. So learning to make a few simple dishes that don’t require a lot of time, money or culinary skills can be the answer. The following recipes are easy to make and don’t require very many ingredients. Apple Crisp a la Mode Ingredients: 6 apples 1 ½ cups rolled oats ¾ cup brown sugar ¼ cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon cinnamon ¼ teaspoon salt 1 stick softened butter Whipped cream or ice cream (if desired) 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Lightly butter the 8 or 9 inch baking pan or spray it with non stick spray. Peel, core, and slice the apples, then arrange them evenly on the pan. 2. Combine the oats, brown sugar, flour, spices, and salt either in a mixing bowl or in a plastic bag that can be sealed and shaken. Cut the butter into squares and knead it into the mixture until the mixture holds together. (This is where the plastic bag trick become kind of fun.) 3. Crumble the topping evenly over the apples. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and juice starts to bumble around the edges. 4. Let the dish cool and serve with ice cream or whipped cream as desired. Serves 6. INDIA from PAGE 10 “Our ultimate goal is to provide two pathways. One is for Indian students going through their MBA program to do the first year there, and do their second year here and earn our degree, and the other one is to see if we can get to the point where we might have a joint venture school, which would probably be in India,” Browne said. Despite cultural differences, both Browne and Chawla agreed that the pedagogies used by professors in both programs are comparable, and that the similarities in basic techniques to facilitate learning will help the two programs to merge smoothly. The process of integration will start slow with a few exchange programs for students and collaboration of ideas. “Our faculties [will] start working together on curricular design. We’re hoping before too long to have a couple of courses where the students in India and the students here are working on the same course and can work on projects as a virtual team across the ocean, and as we go along with that, we will find ways to understand each other better,” Browne said. Dr. Anthony Liuzzo, director of the MBA program, said that during the time Chawla and Bansal have been at Wilkes, they have made a lot of progress. “We have had extensive, long meetings, and the discussions have been very 11 fruitful. They are two intelligent, insightful individuals.” Liuzzo said that over spring break in March, they will be inviting twelve to fifteen Punjabi students to spend eight days on campus for an intensive graduate level course, which will also include Wilkes MBA students. Chawla and Bansal have gotten to observe some undergraduate level courses during their stay at Wilkes, and Chawla said that the classrooms seem more participant-centered here, while Bansal, who sat in on a Personal and Professional Development class, commented that, “seeing the innovative ideas of students was marvelous.” Traveling to another country for any period of time may come with challenges, but Chawla and Bansal agreed that their stay at Wilkes has been beneficial in the sense of integrating programs, and that they had been received well by everyone at the university. “There has been excellent hospitality, and we are extremely grateful to everyone,” Chawla said. “Right from the top down, all colleagues have been warm and affectionate, much more than we expected.” While the integration of the programs is still in the early stages, there are big plans and expectations on both sides. “When the resources of both universities are pulled together, the results can be bigger,” Bansal said. Courtesy of FamilyFun.go.com Quick, Easy-N-Fast Italian Meatball Soup Quick, Easy-N-Fast Turkey Tortellini Soup Apples are second only to soups during the fall season. Soup is a classic feel good food. This recipe is a really easy take on an originally very complicated Italian recipe. 1 can Italian-style diced tomatoes 1 cup water 1/3 cup uncooked small shell pasta Shredded Parmesan cheese This soup recipe is really delicious, especially for anyone who likes vegetables in soups. It’s really easy (as the name implies) and works even if frozen turkey or chicken is used instead of freshly cooked poultry. 1. Combine all the ingredients except the pasta in a large saucepan. Bring to a slow boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes. 2. Add pasta and cook until tender. 3. Serve with cheese, as desired. Ingredients: 8 cups turkey or chicken stock 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper 2 zucchini, unpeeled, quartered lengthwise and sliced 9 oz. package uncooked cheesefilled tortellini Ingredients: 18 oz. package frozen fully cooked Italian-seasoned beef meatballs (about 35 meatballs) 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables 1 can beef broth Courtesy of Razzledazzlerecipes.com Courtesy of Razzledazzlerecipes.com 2 to 3 cups cubed cooked turkey or chicken 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1. Boil stock in a pot at high heat. Add vegetables and tortellini. Reduce the heat to simmering and cover until the vegetables are tender. Add the meat and seasonings. Simmer for another 5 to ten minutes or until the flavors have blended. �A&E OCTOBER 30, 2006 12 Book Review: True Believer Dinner: Denny’s Movie Review Crossword New Sordoni exhibition features a variety of mediums BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor different, [I would not be able to].” When asked what medium he prefers to work with, the extremely articulate Magee was quick to state that he actually does not have a favorite. “What I really like is the ability to work Many have observed the political significance of Magee’s diverse works, specifically the black and white monotypes that are strikingly placed along the back wall of the Gallery. Magee said that the monotypes, which were made on a press where some 13 14 14 15 going to take place… so I started to make the monotypes over that summer and into the fall. It would be hard to figure [those Most artists, both past and present, wish to works] out politically, but what I was thinkrepresent themselves in such a way that they ing about when I made them was that once are recognized for their “signature style.” this war is unleashed, a lot of people are But for Alan Magee, the artist whose work going to get hurt that were not reis currently on display in the Sorsponsible for any of the events that doni Art Gallery, it is shunning the led up to it--people in quiet neighidea of a signature style that has · 1 he Art of Ian Magee borhoods and their animals and BEYO D RECOG ITIO ·: perhaps earned him the level of their kids,” Magee said. recognition and accomplishment He continued, “It was also agreed he has achieved in his career. that there was a new American “Beyond Recognition: The Art policy that the news media were of Alan Magee” is a retrospective going to be prohibited from showexhibition that includes Magee’s ing pictures of people maimed and work in many different media. Achurt and bleeding, and the antisepcording to Dr. Ronald Bernier, ditic nature of what we were going to rector of the Sordoni Art Gallery, see as opposed to what the reality the show includes digital photowas must have sparked those picmontages, lithographs, monotypes, tures.” tapestries, paintings and pieces in As opposed to condemning watercolor and colored pencil. The what he thought was wrong, Madisplay even includes childhood gee feels the monotypes are more drawings done by Magee that offer sympathetic works. The somber a very early reflection of his sometone of those pieces may arguably The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski what gothic tastes and lend well to The monotypes in Magee’s exhibition are his own personal response to a time that was threatened with reflect the feelings of many indithe retrospective show. viduals toward current events and Bernier said that he and Brittany war and a disconnect between the war’s events and the limited information the media was allowed to can therefore correlate to present Kramer, coordinator of the Sordo- report. According to Magee, these monotypes display more of a sympathetic tone than an angry one. times as well. ni Art Gallery, went through a colMore of Magee’s monotypes lection of Magee’s pieces to put together can currently be seen at the Goethe-Instithe retrospective show. They chose pieces tute in New York. This exhibition, entitled that they felt not only fit into an accurate “Alan Magee: Trauerabeit (The Work of chronological span but also represented an Mourning)” is a complete development of interesting mix of media. the black and white monotypes, including During his 30-year career Magee has had five very large tapestries. The title refers the opportunity to work as a book illustrator to the colossal task of getting over the horin New York and has created covers for norors that occurred in Nazi Germany, and table books published by Bantam, Ballantine the show itself is described by Magee as and Simon and Schuster Books, as well as more of a political/social show. In addifor Time, Playboy, New York Magazine and tion, there is also an exhibition of Magee’s The New York Times. Some of these covers work on display at the Forum Gallery in are also on display in the current exhibition, New York entitled “Time Pieces,” which paying homage to an important influence in are paintings and sculptures focusing on Magee’s career. the “beauty of aged things.” When viewing the work on display, one Magee, who has a very gentle demeanor may find it difficult to distinguish whether and approachable personality, said that he The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski or not some of the pieces are actual photoThe current exhibition in the Sordoni Art Gallery features the work of feels the exhibition at the Sordoni Art Galgraphs or Magee’s own renditions created Alan Magee in a variety of mediums, such as this tapestry. Magee prefers lery offers enough glimpses of his work to from scratch. Magee acknowledged that to work with a variety of mediums in order to have many options for exprovide a substantial span of his career and while much of his work is representational, pressing his ideas. he seemed quite pleased with the choices he would be more inclined to describe it Bernier and Kramer made. as a “diverse but interconnected” body of with whatever ideas seem the most press- of the ink is wiped off the plates, were his “Beyond Recognition: The Art of Alan work spanning many different genres. ing to me and the most interesting, and to own personal response to the first Gulf War Magee” will run through December 10 and He added that he would rather not use one have this variety of mediums… to fit it to bombing that started in January of 1991. is free and open to the public, daily from blanket term for defining his work. “The the most appropriate physical means to deal “I had a show coming up in New York for 12:00-4:30 p.m. reason we have to be a little bit shy of labels with an idea. If I had a favorite I would get the fall of that year, but everyone was beis because then we might feel hedged in by tired of it,” Magee said. coming aware that this bombing action was them, and if I want to do something entirely �OCTOBER 30, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 Book Review: Nicholas Sparks’ True Believer BY NICOLE FRAIL Beacon Correspondent Just in time for Halloween, I’ve stumbled across what I view to be the perfect book to greet the fall season. A mistaken legend, baffling mystery, ghostly lights and a challenging romance come together to form Nicholas Sparks’ True Believer. The novel, the tenth in Sparks’ published collection, was given a 3 out of 5 star rating by Barnes and Noble readers and was released in April of 2005. Though not a new release, it is a great choice to get readers into the groove and feel of the fall season. Jeremy Marsh is the protagonist in True Believer. Marsh is a 37-year old successful columnist for a national scientific magazine with a television appearance and a failed marriage under his belt. At the start of the novel, Marsh, who has already labeled himself a skeptic, receives a letter from Doris McClellan, a resident of Boone Creak, North Carolina. The town’s psychic, the woman claims that on foggy nights, ghostly white lights appear in an abandoned, ancient cemetery on the outskirts of the small town and she begs for Marsh to come take a look. Having already exposed many psychics and haunted grounds as frauds, she hopes that Marsh will be able to determine the cause of the lights and set the minds of her neighbors at ease. Completely content with a life filled with excitement and family in New York City, Marsh takes the bait and heads down south, expecting to find the answer and return home the following week. What he doesn’t expect to find, however, is a town frozen in time, extremely friendly and curious townsfolk, three different versions of a seemingly important legend and the most beautiful and intriguing woman he ever set his eyes on. Lexie Darnell runs Boone Creak’s library where Jeremy spends several days researching and learning more about the town’s history as he waits for the fog to roll in. The more time he spends at the library, the stronger the feelings he develops for Lexie. Once he’s seen the lights for himself, he grows suspicious. Not yet a true believer, Jeremy collects more information and begins to draw a conclusion, but soon finds himself doubting if he should publish his story - exposing the town’s secrets TIIF; I J NF.ff' r()RK TLIJP.$ DESTSELU:R Courtesy http://millisa.vox.com could mean the end of a town that’s already falling apart… and the collapse of a relationship he doesn’t want to see end. The end of True Believer leaves readers wanting more, hence Sparks’ release of At First Sight in September of 2006. At First Sight picks up where True Believer left off and not only includes Lexie and Jeremy’s struggling relationship, but Doris’s psychic abilities. The ghostly lights in the cemetery even play another key role in the sequel. If you’re like me and don’t like the idea of angry ghosts, terrifying surprises and people dressed as serial killers around this time of year, but still enjoy the crisp air and crunch of leaves that autumn has to offer, you’ll enjoy these books. There are still enough mysteries, possibilities and questions to keep readers in suspense, but not enough to scare them to death. Not to mention, the romance between Jeremy and Lexie will make your heart melt. In any novel Sparks releases, it’s easy to fall in love with and feel for his characters. True Believer is no exception. 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Along with 3 pancakes, the meal included scrambled eggs with onions, peppers, bacon and cheese, hashbrowns and bacon and sausage. This was probably far more food than any one person should ever consider eating at one meal, but I was blinded by the absurdly low price of $6.49 and breakfast food is my weakness. After much consideration, and perhaps some prodding by me so that I wouldn’t end up being the only one engaging in a slight form of gluttony, Nora chose the Western burger, which came stacked with steak sauce and onion rings. Matt opted for the chicken strips, and when he asked for them buffalo-style, the waitress was very accommodating. We didn’t have to wait very long for our food, and when it came I made sure to save the pancakes for last, which, in retrospect, probably wasn’t the best Dinner and a Movie I Dinner: Denny’s BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor It’s a well-known fact that Denny’s Restaurants are close to the hearts of college students everywhere. Not only is the menu extremely affordable and therefore accommodating to those depending on a dwindling bank account, but most Denny’s are open 24 hours, lending well to the non-traditional and sometimes nocturnal lifestyles of college students. However, I have never really heard much discussion about the quality of the actual food Denny’s has to offer, which prompted me to decide to stop in one evening with some friends to find out if the food lives up to the reputation. Also, I really wanted pancakes. Conveniently located on Kidder Street, Denny’s is not far from the Wyoming Valley Mall and many other area shopping venues. It was a lucky thing for me that Matt drove, however, because the hill leading into the parking lot would surely have caused me to stall my car or run into some other calamity, as I am not always the greatest driver. Upon walking into Denny’s, one isn’t exactly struck by the warm and welcoming atmosphere, but the counter seating and high ceilings lend themselves well to the ‘diner’ effect that I assume they’re going for. We were promptly seated in a booth, since it was only about 6 o’clock on a Wednesday night. The menu at Denny’s offers a variety OCTOBER 30, 2006 idea. The eggs were soft and fluffy and the onions and peppers weren’t overcooked. The hashbrowns could have been crispier, but they were still tasty with a good helping of ketchup. The eggs and hashbrowns were so filling I barely had room for the pancakes, but I waited it out and managed to dig into them eventually. Light and fluffy, they were exactly what I had been looking forward to after I covered them in maple syrup. Nora’s burger was also extremely filling, but it didn’t disappoint with a flavorful mix of toppings. Matt seemed pretty pleased with his chicken strips, but we all agreed that, for some reason, Denny’s just tastes better late at night. Maybe it’s the atmosphere. Overall, the food was decent and was definitely a deal for the price. Next time though, I’ll probably wait until at least after midnight to hit up Denny’s for the optimum dining experience. Grade: B- ...And a movie: Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning BY MIKE WILLIAMS Beacon Staff Writer Looking for a good scare? Or maybe just a reason to stay out of Texas? Either way, Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning will not disappoint. The Beginning is the sixth film to feature everyone’s favorite chainsaw swingin’ psychopath, Leatherface, and his sadistic, cannibalistic redneck family. Set as a prequel to the 2003 remake of the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre, this film answers a few questions that may have left fans of the series scratching their heads (or the bloody stumps where their heads used to be). Questions like: “Why do the Hewitts like to eat people so much?” or “What happened to Uncle Monty’s legs?” Most importantly, we’ll learn how the menacing Sheriff Hoyt came to be the law around town (hint: it’s not exactly a fair election), and why, exactly, does Leatherface get such a kick out of wearing a mask made out of human skin. Set in 1969, the film follows two brothers, both set to ship off to the war in Vietnam, enjoying their last days of civilian life on a road trip with their girlfriends. Unfortunately for the group, they soon find out that war is the least of their worries, as they run afoul of Hewitt family patriarch, Sheriff Hoyt, played by the always-fabulous R. Lee Ermey, and his hulking, dim-witted nephew, Thomas, b e t t e r known to the horror community as L e a t h e rface. After being trapped by the u .a sadisom .thecia.c w w w y tic famourtes Photo c ily, the four ill-fated teens are subjected to horrors that will get a wince out of even the most die-hard gore hounds. Will the brothers and their girls be able to escape the clutches of the pack of ruthless, cannibal killers, or will they all fall victim to the unspeakable terror that is The Texas Chainsaw Massacre? As a horror movie, Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning could not newest TCM brings to the table. Sevget any better. 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Though the title should sacre: The Beginning will never look at be enough to clue you in to what kind of the Lone Star State, or power tools, the mayhem you’re about to witness, it may same way again. be a good idea to prepare yourself for Grade: A the gut-wrenchingly visceral visuals the �15 OCTOBER 30, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Schedule of Events Monday, October 30 -Death Before Dishonor, No Turning Back, Wisdom in Chains, Faceoff and War Torn Life performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. Tuesday, October 31 -Mardis Gras Halloween Party (all proceeds to go to Children’s Service Center) 8 p.m. -Sordoni Art Gallery Halloween Party at 4:30 p.m. -Manuscript Halloween poetry reading at 7 p.m. -Woodlands Annual Halloween Bash at 9 p.m. -Boscoe and the Storm performing at the Woodlands at 10 p.m. Wednesday, November 1 -Film: Water showing at the FM Kirby Center at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. -Panda and Angel, The Juniper Tree, Nicole Carey, and Boyboid performing at Cafe Metropolis at 7 p.m. Thursday, November 2 Crossword Puzzle BY CHRISTOPHER KUDRACK Beacon Correspondent ACROSS 1 British politician _____ Barre 6 Student Union Building for short 9 Of dubious character 14 Spiraled shell 15 Beats a king in war 16 Monetary gain 17 Pretend emotion 18 Keeps the peace 20 Sight, hearing…etc. 22 Person of 60’s style 23 A needle pulling thread 24 Puts into service 26 Fly catcher 28 Ancient writing surface 31 8th month of the Gregorian calendar 36 Container 37 Swimming organs 39 A female donkey 40 Constellation “The Hunter” 43 Uppermost point 44 Fragrant wood 45 Friendly greeting 46 Something taken from a flask? 48 The “I” or self of a person 49 Necessary 51 Transmitters 54 “Hold on just a ____” 56 Country north of Thailand 57 Tract of open ground 60 “I got it!” 62 Personal instructors 66 Where a good GPA gets you 69 French headpiece 70 Towards Santa? 71 No 72 Small, slangily 73 Orphaned redhead 74 Imitate 75 Struck down DOWN 1 Finishes a cake 2 Not All 3 Soon 4 Misbehaves 5 Like the moon? 6 Sticky pine substance 7 University Center on Main for short 8 On a lower level 9 Stark Learning Center for short 10 Modifications of basic colors 11 Fictional Company 12 To sketch This Week In History BY MICHAEL GIONFRIDDO Beacon Correspondent October 30 1938: Orson Welles causes a nationwide panic with his broadcast of “War of the Worlds”--a realistic radio dramatization of a Martian invasion of Earth. October 31 1517: Priest and scholar Martin Luther nails a piece of paper to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany. The paper contained the 95 revolutionary opinions (also known as the 95 theses) that would begin the Protestant Reformation. November 1 1765: In the face of widespread opposition in the American colonies, Parliament enacts the Stamp Act, a taxation measure designed to raise revenue for British military operations in America. November 2 1948: In the greatest upset in presidential election history, Democratic incumbent Harry S. Truman defeats his -Dennis Duez Handwriting Analyst in the Roth Concourse Henry Student Center at 11 a.m. -Lion of Judah and War Hungry performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. Friday, November 3 -Seussical at the FM Kirby Center at 10 a.m. -The Erection Kids, Johnny Goes to the Carnival and The Situation Is performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. -Al Green performing at the FM Kirby 13 19 21 25 27 28 29 30 32 33 34 35 36 38 41 42 47 50 52 53 55 57 58 59 61 Center at 7:30 p.m. -Coals to Newcastle, Giving Chase, Ryan’s Hope and Weezy’s Hitlist performing at Cafe Metropolis at 8 p.m. Saturday, November 4 -25 Ta Life, Play for Keeps, Kingdom, One Last Enemy and Mooseknuckle performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. -Felix Sarco, Melded, Shattered Sky Productions and My Autumn Fire performing at Cafe Metropolis at 8 p.m. Currency of Japan Sudden thought Lowest feudal class Spades, hearts, dia monds, and clubs Wilkes University originally for short Blender setting Nimble Winter storms One thousand dollars, slangily Beneath Catches unexpectedly and quickly A beginner English political leader ____ Wilkes Speech Aged Negative Responses A small fly A Compromise Disbelieves To regard highly Plates, cups…etc., collectively Tallahassee’s county Gain Income Opposed to Without delay Republican challenger, Governor Thomas E. Dewey of New York, by just over two million popular votes. In the days preceding the vote, political analysts and polls were so behind Dewey that on election night, long before all the votes were counted, the Chicago Tribune published an early edition with the banner headline “DEWEY DEFEATS TRUMAN.” November 3 1957: The Soviet Union launches the first animal into space--a dog name Laika--aboard the Sputnik 2 spacecraft. November 4 1979: Student followers of the Ayatollah Khomeini send shock waves across America when they storm the U.S. embassy in Tehran. The radical Islamic fundamentalists took 90 hostages. The students were enraged that the deposed Shah had been allowed to enter the United States for medical treatment and they threatened to murder hostages if any rescue was attempted. Days later, Iran’s provincial leader resigned, and the Ayatollah Khomeini, the leader of Iran’s 63 64 65 66 67 68 Sandwich cookie Monthly payment Ocular woe CSI findings Not he Golf starter fundamentalist revolutionaries, took full control of the country--and the fate of the hostages. November 5 1605: Early in the morning, King James I of England learns that a plot (The Gunpowder Plot) to explode the Parliament building has been foiled, hours before he was scheduled to sit with the rest of the British government in a general parliamentary session. At about midnight on the night of November 4-5, Sir Thomas Knyvet, a justice of the peace, found Guy Fawkes lurking in a cellar under the Parliament building and ordered the premises searched. Some 20 barrels of gunpowder were found, and Fawkes was taken into custody. During a torture session on the rack, Fawkes revealed that he was a participant in an English Catholic conspiracy to annihilate England’s Protestant government and replace it with Catholic leadership. Note: All information is provided by the History Channel and can be found at http://www.history.com/tdih.do Courtesy www.cloudster.com �SPORTS 16 OCTOBER 30, 2006 Grapplers ready for season in the Metro Conference Colonels are ranked 18th in preseason polls BY ALISSA LINDNER Beacon Correspondent The Colonel wrestling room, located on the bottom floor of the Martz Gym, has become a busy place over the past few weeks. The Wilkes University wrestling team has begun training for the upcoming 2006-2007 season, which is fast approaching with the first match in less than a week. Coach Jon Laudenslager explained the team began their intense training with two weeks of cardio conditioning and weight training. The team started wrestling live in early October and official wrestle-offs took place on Sunday, October 29. With the roster nearly finalized, the team has just less than a week to prepare for the first match against York College. In addition to preparation as a team, Coach Laudenslager believed the team members have done a lot of individual training throughout the off-season in order to challenge themselves. He explained, “It is going to be a competitive room. There is two or three good guys at every weight.” Coach MIDNIGHT MADNESS A large cheese pizza + an 8pc Breadsticks , CinnaStix or Cheesybread $9.99 +TAX VALID 12AM-CLOSE Expires 5/31/076 IMM I Laudenslager feels the extra effort by the individual wrestlers and the competition in the room is key to improving the team. Junior wrestler Adam Penberthy, who took 2nd at the MAC Championship last season, has been working hard throughout the off-season to improve from last season. He explained, “I was more motivated to work-out during the off-season this year because I was so close to making it to Nationals last season.” Penberthy feels his teammates were also more motivated during the off-season because the team as a whole improved last season and they want to do better this season. The Colonel wrestling team has left the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) this season to join the Metropolitan conference. Laudenslager believes the Metro Conference will allow the wrestling team to have more wrestlers compete in the Division III national tournament at the end of the season. The Metro conference will allow seventeen or eighteen wrestlers to go to the national competition, which would allow seven or eight 2nd place wrestlers to attend the competition in addition to the champions. Laudenslager explaines, “Last year, we had one champion and four 2nd place guys, so we might have had a few extra guys go. It should present more opportunities for us.” The wrestling team has welcomed the addition of a large group of newcomers, both freshman and transfer students. Laudenslager feels these students are working hard to learn the differences between college wrestling and high school wrestling. He explains, “The team atmosphere is if you don’t want to work hard then don’t bother being on the team.” Laudenslager also added that the wrestling team is coming together as they push each other through preseason training. Freshman wrestler, Frank Heffernan explained, “I learned quickly that wrestling in college was going to be a lot harder than high school.” He added that the returning wrestlers have been very helpful to not only himself, but the entire group of freshman, in adjusting to college wrestling and the training involved. Laudenslager has no predictions for the FREE BROWNIES Wilkes-Barre Buy a large pizza at regular price and get a 1Ope order of our new warm brownies FREE Expires 10/8/06 lrv l 570-829-2900 154 s. Pennsylvania Ave Sun-Thur 11 am-2am Fri & Sat 11 am-4am upcoming season, only a desire to get better everyday. He explained, “If everybody gets better everyday, we are going to get better as a team everyday.” The Wilkes wrestlers will take on their first opponent, York College, on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in the Martz Gym. 2006 Wrestling Starters 125 lbs - Felipe Queiroz 133 lbs - Josh Pavling 141 lbs - Adam Penberthy 149 lbs - Erik Smith 157 lbs - Frank Heffernan 165 lbs - Justin Barowski 174 lbs - Kyle Lenio 184 lbs - Josh Ballan 197 lbs - Brandon Kelly 285 lbs - Keith Altiery ~ ... ~ ~ �OCTOBER 30, 2006 SPORTS 17 Women’s tennis dominant season leads to successful postseason in defeating the top-seed, 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 (107) in semi-final competition. Zhang then knocked off two seed Stacy Shapiro from Typically, freshman students get the short Elizabethtown in the final, 3-6, 6-1, 7-6 (10end of the stick when they go up against up- 8) to claim the championship. “I just went out and had fun. The weather perclassman. It seems logical; the juniors and seniors is pretty cold, so maybe I didn’t warm up have been around the block once or twice enough and lost really quickly early in the and usually take care of newcomers with matches, but later on I would find something and play better,” said Zhang, who was ease. Someone should have told the competi- especially eager to face Vo. “She graduates tors of MAC women’s tennis to watch out next year, and I really wanted to beat her before she gradufor freshman ated. I didn’t really Xiaoqiao feel any pressure Zhang. before the match The Wilkes first-year Overall Conference because if I lost to her again and tried phenom de- Megan Bucher 7-1 3-0 my best, then there feated the top 7-2 4-1 would be nothing two seeds to Katie Buckley 3-0 0-0 to be disappointed pick up the Lauren Donmoyer about. I knew that number-one Caitlin Kelley 2-0 0-0 the only thing I singles title Alison McDonald 15-2 6-0 could do is do my at the Middle 3-1 best, give her a Atlantic Con- Jotanna O’Connell 7-3 good match.” ference Indi- Sara Ryder 12-3 6-0 “She had a great vidual ChamKaitlyn Wetzel 3-0 0-0 individual tournapionships 13-3 5-1 ment,” said Chris recently held Kristen Wilt Leicht, Wilkes at Lehigh Xiaoqiao Zhang 17-1 5-1 women’s tennis U n i v e r s i t y. coach. “Playing Zhang entered singles competition seeded third and in the number-one bracket, she went up had to rally from a set down in each of her against the top 15 girls. She just played great, especially being a freshman. To come final matches. Drew’s Crystal Vo represented the only in and beat a senior and last year’s chamblemish to Zhang’s singles record of 17-1 pion, she really deserved that title,” he said on the season, but Zhang showed resilience of the 2006 Freedom Conference Player of the Year. While she may have grabbed the title, Zhang isn’t the only rising star for the women’s tennis team. Sophomores Alison McDonald and Kristen Wilt also had strong showings in the tournament. McDonald, who was named 60% of college women who are to the first team All-conference squad, entered the second fight infected with STD’s, including genital herpes and AIDS, report that seeded first and made quick work of Juniata’s Caroline Weisser, 6-0, they were under the influence of 6-2. She then dropped a tough 6-3, alcohol at the time they had 6-2 loss to Emma Smith of Elizaintercourse with the infected person. bethtown in the semis. McDonald capped her singles record at 15-2 for the fall season. Wilt came into third singles as the number three seed and notched a 7-6 (7-2), 6-4 victory over Susquehanna’s Katie Zimmerman -Sponsored by Health Services in the second round before falling to second-seeded Emily Swarr from Elizabethtown, 4-6, 6-2, 7-6 http://www.factsontap.org/factsontap/risky/the_facts.htm BY RYAN BROGHAMER Beacon Staff Writer Season Statistics Frightening Facts: The Beacon/Todd Weibel Sophomore Kristin Wilt swings at a serve during a tennis match ealier this season. The tennis team finished with a perfect regular season record of 16-0. (10-4). The second team All-conference performer has an overall record of 13-3 in singles competition. Senior Sara Ryder garnered a bit of the spotlight from the young guns, downing second seed Charissa Nordall of Lebanon Valley in the semi-final at fourth singles to set up a championship bid. The third-seeded Ryder fell just short however, following a 6-1, 6-1 loss to number-one seed MaryKate Kelly from Moravian. Ryder’s record slips to 12-3 in singles. Wilkes saw its hopes for a doubles title fall in the semis. In the two bracket, McDonald and Wilt came in seeded third but fell to the top-seeded tandem of Brittany Popaca and MaryKate Kelly from Elizabethtown, 8-6. The duo of McDonald and Wilt are now 143 overall. At third doubles, second seeded Sara Ryder and Jotanna O’Connell fell to unseeded Charissa Nordall and Jan White of Lebanon Valley, 9-7. With the loss, Ryder and O’Connell collect a record of 10-2. While some of those losses may be tough to swallow, Leicht says that he’s very pleased with the performance of the Lady Colonels. “I think we were seeded in every bracket, so it’s very exciting. It goes to show how deep we are and how strong we are at every position,” said the back-to-back Freedom Conference Coach of the Year winner. “We were really close with our doubles teams. I don’t think we were really overmatched at any time.” Wilkes finishes the fall season with a university record-setting 16-0 mark in dual matches and garnered its first Freedom Conference team title in the process. The team will resume play in the spring as the women prepare for their first NCAA Division III Tournament competition and Leicht says that Wilkes will be a force to be reckoned with. “I don’t know if I expected all of this to happen so early, but the team really jelled and worked hard. Obviously it’s a testament to the players where we are now. They really experienced a lot throughout the year and just worked hard at everything they did. I think there’s a great future for Wilkes tennis.” �SPORTS 18 OCTOBER 30, 2006 Commentary G AME OF THE WEEK Cincinnati Bengals vs. Baltimore Ravens Explosiveness will determine who is the true number one Double Take BY CURRAN DOBSON Beacon Editor-in-Chief In an AFC North match up in Baltimore this Sunday, the Ravens take on their fellow first seed rivals, the Cincinnati Bengals. Both teams hold a record of 4-2 after week seven and look to improve their performance to take the lead in their division. With each team possessing a veteran running back in Rudi Johnson and Jamal Lewis, and with two players with five plus sacks on each team, the offense and defense seem evenly matched, making for an explosive Sunday afternoon of football. Offense Cincinnati quarterback Carson Palmer is back this season after suffering a major knee injury in last year’s AFC Championship against the Pittsburgh Steelers. His current 90.9 QB rating proves that not only is he back, but his recovery time was quick and effective. He’s thrown for nine touchdowns and four interceptions, while completing his passes 62.2% of the time. Twelve-year league veteran Steve McNair was injured in week six when his team lost to Carolina, suffering a concussion and sprained neck in the first quarter. He is a probable starter in week eight against Atlanta. Before his injury, he threw for five touchdowns and seven interceptions. While these might not be the most impressive statistics, he is adjusting to a new offense, as this is his first year with the Ravens after spending his entire professional career with the Tennessee Titans. On the receiving end of Palmer’s pass are hotshot Chad Johnson and TJ Houshmandzadeh. With an excessive celebration rule in the NFL because of his end zone antics last season, Chad Johnson may be spending more time planning his performances than actually catching the ball, with only one TD on the season. While another pair of hands, TJ Houshmandzadeh (ridiculously long name aside) has performed well for the Bengals, catching four passes in the end zone and averaging 11.7 yards per reception. On the other sideline, Baltimore has eight receiving touchdowns this season. Tight end Todd Heap is responsible for four, with Mark Clayton and Daniel Wilcox each contributing two touchdowns. Six-year veteran Rudi Johnson has already posted four touchdowns this season through week seven, tying his overall record for last year’s season. He has four of the five total rushing touchdowns for the Bengals. Meanwhile, seven-year vet Jamal Lewis has only one touchdown this season, but he leads the team in rushing yards, with 352. While the Bengals’ offense looks stacked compared to the Ravens, Baltimore’s defense will keep this game close. Defense Led by eleven-year seasoned linebacker Ray Lewis, Baltimore’s defense will be coming into this game looking to shut down Palmer and the Bengals. He leads the team in tackles, with 39. His teammates, Bart for some lost yards this Sunday. The Ravens lead the AFC in defending the run, holding their opponents to only 71.1 rushing yards per game. They are also second in the AFC for overall defense, also holding their opponents to only 252 yards per game. Cincinnati averages 26 rushing attempts per game for only 99.8 rushing yards, so the Ravens defense should have no problem stopping the run. The Ravens defense also has eleven interceptions this season, compared to their opponents’ eight and have capitalized on two of these interceptions for touchdowns. The Bengals rely on the passing game to win and are ranked fourth in the AFC for their pass offense, averaging 215 yards per game. This is the biggest question mark of the game, whether the fourth ranked passing offense will beat out the second ranked defense in the AFC. As the Ravens are clearly the dominant defensive team, this game will be a battle of Cincinnati’s offense and Baltimore’s defense. Although they also have two players with six sacks each, the Bengals defense ranks in the lower half of the AFC and should not put on as stellar of a performance as the Ravens defense. As each team knows this is a crucial game in the AFC North, both the Ravens’ and the Bengals’ emotions will be running high. Even with home field advantage, the Ravens will not be able to pull this off and get the W come Sunday. The Pick Cincinnati Bengals 17 Baltimore Ravens 14 Scott and Adalius Thomas each have five sacks this season and look to stop Palmer Andee examines the stats that truly matter... BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Asst. Opinion Editor For the record, I hate Baltimore. It’s such a pathetic excuse for a city. Maryland is such an awful state, and only pathetic libatious sots run the streets. Anyone who resides there I have to deem incompetent, and therefore their football team must be filled with ridiculous poor excuses for professionals. I refuse to go to Baltimore, and I’m going to protest Baltimore. Nobody should ever go there. It’s a waste, and the football players are wastes. Wasteful belligerent fools are what they are. This team will never win the “Game of the Week.” In addition, our lovely Editor-in-Chief, Curran Dobson wrote this week’s “Game of the Week,” and she thinks the Bengals are going to win. I have to say I’d side with a female’s opinions at any time in sports, because females know their sports. They look at the facts when it comes to the games, instead of spouting incessant bull. There are my reasons why Cincinnati will surely prevail in this game. I hate Baltimore, and Curran is awesome. Win will the Ravens nevermore, and rock on Cinncinati! �OCTOBER 30, 2006 Athlete of the Week: Xiaoqiao Zhang BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor As a freshman tennis player, Xiaoqiao Zhang, knew what she was capable of and there were rumors that she was an amazing player, but no one was expecting her to go and win the MAC women’s tennis numberone singles title in her first year. After going 14-1 through the regular season in singles play, Zhang quickly rose to the top of the conference and landed herself a spot at the conference quarter finals. Zhang went on to win in straight sets 6-4 and 6-1 to move onto the semi-finals at Drew University. There she took on Crystal Vo winning in three sets 3-6, 6-4, 10-7. Heading into the Middle Atlantic Conference Individual Championships on October 22nd at Lehigh University, Zhang was seeded third and came from behind to beat Stacy SPORTS Shapiro in three sets. “For the final match, the player is new for me, because she is not from our conference, so I didn’t know much about her, but I like that. I like to play somebody that is new, especially when I know she is good. So I think since I have already reached my goal for this year when I beat Vo, I just wanted to enjoy my last match for this year! So I did,” said Zhang. Zhang not only came away from her debut season as the number one player in the Middle Atlantic Conference, but she was also named as the Freedom Conference Player of the year and ended her season with a singles record of 17-1. “She [Zhang] has a great year beating three seniors which made it even better. This is the culmination of a great season,” said coach Chris Leicht. 19 FOOTBALL from PAGE 20 has not been the case for the Wilkes team yet, Sheptock has cautioned his players to stay focused. The last time the Colonels played at Ralston Field they smacked Moravian 170. Currently, Wilkes defense is holding opponents to fewer than two touchdowns per contest while the offense averages approximately 20 points a game. The balanced attack is the reason behind the team’s winning ways. Leading both sides of the ball are linebacker Kyle Follweiler who has an impressive sixty-four tackles this season, and quarterback Al Karraffa with over 1,000 passing yards to go along with 10 touchdown passes. Somers Point, New Jersey native Jake Grande said, “Our team is doing real well this season. The way we practice hard and go at each other every day makes the games on Saturday a lot easier.” The Colonels will look to finish painting the big picture by stomping on Susquehanna University on Saturday, November 4. WEEKEND RECAPS Men’s Football Nationally-ranked Wilkes University used a balanced offensive attack and a stingy defensive effort to remain unbeaten with a 30-6 Middle Atlantic Conference win at Albright College on Saturday afternoon. Men’s Soccer Drew University got a second half goal from Brian Dempsey to notch a 1-0 Freedom Conference men’s soccer win over Wilkes University on Friday afternoon at Ralston. Women’s Soccer Georgina Robinson tallied the game-winning goal in the second half to lift Wilkes University to a 2-1 Freedom Conference women’s soccer win over Drew University on Friday afternoon at Ralston Field. Volleyball The Wilkes University volleyball team concluded their season on Saturday by dropping a pair of matches at the Marts Center. The Lady Colonels fell in five games to Kean University, 19-30, 30-24, 24-30, 30-22, 15-10 in their opening match. They suffered a 30-19, 30-23, 30-23 loss to Keuka College in the nightcap. Wilkes ends their season with an overall record of 6-24. -· -· The Beacon/Ariel Cohen Xiaoqiao Zhang hits the ball during a match during her 17-1 season. 15 Number of consecutive regular season wins for the Wilkes football team dating back to last season. Field Hockey Wilkes University ended their 2006 field hockey campaign with a 5-0 non-conference win over Arcadia University on Friday afternoon at Artillery Park. The Lady Colonels conclude their season with an overall record of 9-9. Arcadia saw their overall record fall to 3-15. NUMBERS OF THE WEEK 183 Total offense allowed by the Wilkes defense in the game against Albright; an offense that averaged over 400 yards per game in their last 3 games. 4 Number of saves by Wilkes goalie TJ Baloga in the 2-0 shutout against Baptist Bible. 17-1 Record of Wilkes freshman Xiaoqiao Zhang en route to the MAC Women’s Tennis Title. �Sports OCTOBER 30, 2006 20 Preview of the Week: Football vs. Susquehanna The Colonels head into their final game with an 8-0 record BY CARLTON HOLMES Beacon Asst. Sports Editor In sports every team and individual player has a dream that fuels the beginning of the season. The big picture normally consists of breezing by every team that stands in their way. Why? For bragging rights, achieving absolute glory, the 1st place trophy, or wearing the “bling, bling” on the finger that indicates champion status. Of course, the reality is that not every team will reach the winners’ podium or wear the championship ring. But the Wilkes University football team definitely has its eyes on the prize as the Colonels attempt to continue painting the big picture by defeating Susquehanna University this weekend. “Not too many teams have the opportunity to be a part of something special, such as being number one and going to the playoffs. It’s a great feeling,” said senior wide receiver Jim Jordan. At this writing, the Colonels are ranked 11th in the nation, and are comfortably sitting on a phenomenal overall record of 8-0. Who knows why the Colonels are doing so well? It’s not like they have a Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year nominee or anything. Oh, wait. Strike that. “The award is a public vote, and being in consideration speaks highly of the program,” stated head coach Frank Sheptock. Sheptock is currently in his 11th season at Wilkes, and was named MAC Coach of the Year last season by posting an 8-3 record along with a NCAA D3 tournament bid. “Sheptock does so much scouting. He knows teams in and out, and what they are going to do, when they’re going to do it, and that’s part of the reason why we are 8-0,” said Jordan. The Colonels will look to add a tally to the win column at home in their game against Susquehanna who has an underwhelming 2-4 record in the MAC conference. Although Susquehanna may not have the best record in the conference, its wins are significant. Susquehanna beat MAC powerhouse Delaware Valley at the Aggies’ home 17-10. Susquehanna’s upset win against the Aggies may translate into a potential fight to the end against the Colonels. The other major challenge could be that a losing record can sometime make a team hungry for a win; whereas, a winning record can sometimes allow a team to become over-confident. While this See FOOTBALL page 17 The Beacon/Todd Weibel Jim Jordon helps to clear the way for Tom Andreopoulos as he runs downfield in the Colonels 17-0 win over visiting Moravian two weeks ago. . . . .· Campus Calendar, All Week *Beyond Recognition: The Art of Alan Magee, Sordoni Art Gallery *Registration for Spring & Intersession 2007 4:30 p.m. *Flu Shots, Miller Conference Room 1:00 p.m. *Halloween Party at Club Mardi Gras Benefitting the Children’s Service Center, Club Mardi Gras - 8:00 p.m. Monday 10/30 *”Feast on Faith,” Alumni House - 4:45 Wednesday 11/1 *No events scheduled p.m. Find this Picture on Campus and... WIN CASH Roth Concourse 11:00 a.m. *Taste of Wilkes, HSC Ballroom - 12:00 p.m. Friday 11/3 *No events scheduled Saturday 11/4 *Football vs. Susquehanna - 1:00 p.m. *Wrestling vs. York 6:00 p.m. Thursday 11/2 Tuesday 10/31 Sunday 11/5 *Halloween Party, *Dennis Duez Hand- *No events scheduled Sordoni Art Gallery - writing Analyst, HSC This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University’s campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put “Campus Picture” as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $20 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. Congratulations to Jason Woloski who correctly identified last week’s photo which was of antenna on the roof of Fenner Hall. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 October 30th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 October 30 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/02da45b172bef974989586527fb5fd64.pdf 94b00745e60a66ef1bea366cd4c82f21 PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA The THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Volume 59 Issue 8 www.wilkesbeacon.com NOVEMBER 6, 2006 Riverfront development plans launched Wilkes-Barre corridor, levee changes to begin later this month BY NICK PODOLAK Beacon News Editor Not long ago, the Connecticut River was considered one of the most polluted rivers in the United States. Now it has become home to a million dollar bass fishing tournament. County Engineer Jim Brozena communicated his hope that the Susquehanna River will have similar success when he addressed a four-step riverfront project to the Downtown Wilkes-Barre Business Association last Friday. The development initiative is the final piece of a $145,000,000 Wyoming Valley Levee Raising Project begun in 1997. “Since 1972, people have lived in fear of the Susquehanna River, and the river levee project has changed that dramatically. It has brought people back to the waters edge,” Brozena said. Scheduled to begin shortly after Thanks- giving, the $22.6 million dollar effort will revive the botanical gardens and bustling river common that has devolved into a neglected, weedy eyesore since the Agnes flood of 1972. “This community has not done any grand public works in a long, long time,” Brozena said. “If we’re going to do it, we’re going to do it right.” The initial phase will include drilling two 60 x 12 foot high portals into the levees; one located on River Street at Northampton Street and another across from the Irem Temple. The lighting on the portals will oscillate between blue and cyan, giving them the appearance moving water, straight out of the movie Stargate. While those who pass through won’t necessarily be transported to another world, the River Street entrance would allow for easy See RIVER page 5 The Beacon/NickZmijewski The Susquehanna River has been a source of fear since the devastating flood of 1972. After years of neglect, the muddy river was recently named the Most Endagered River in America according to American Rivers magazine. The recently unveiled river front project aims to reclaim the river and restore its rich history. Giuliani makes two stops in as many weeks to area Republican leader stumped for Santorum, will serve as OLF keynote BY MARK CONGDON Beacon Correspondent There’s something to be said for the end of the campaign trail--it often brings the shining stars of both major parties to cities the size of Wilkes-Barre to press the flesh with the people. The latest politician with star-power is making two important public appearances in Wilkes-Barre within a little over a week of each other. Friday, November 3, former Mayor of New York City, Rudy Giuliani, took the mi- crophone at a Wilkes-Barre Township fire hall to support the re-election of Republican Senator Rick Santorum before an enthusiastic crowd. Giuliani will return to the area again this week when he offers the keynote speech at the F.M. Kirby Center on Sunday, November 12 at 8 p.m. for Wilkes University’s Outstanding Leaders Forum. The two events are unrelated except for the fact that Giuliani often draws big, boisterous crowds wherever he goes, and evidence suggests that Wilkes-Barre is no different. Pundits have speculated whether Giuliani will run for the Republican presidential nomination in 2008. Over 400 people attended the event on Friday, among them Julie Wetherbee, Wilkes University senior psychology major. She noted she was excited to see Giuliani support Santorum for re-election. “I am thrilled that Giuliani came to the Wilkes-Barre Township fire hall to support Santorum. They both are great leaders in the Republican party and in the U.S. There was much energy at the fire hall, and I’m sure there will be just as much when Giuliani comes to the Kirby Center on Sunday,” Wetherbee said. In his address, Giuliani stated that Santorum is not just a politician but a great leader who knows what’s best for Pennsylvania and the nation and must be re-elected. And Giuliani did not skirt the major stickingpoint in this election for Republicans: support of the war. Instead, he praised Santorum’s leadership and vision. See GIULIANI page 3 In This Issue... Republican v. Democrat Page 7 Funniest Videos Page 10 Cinderella Page 12 Index News................................1-5 Opinion.............................6-8 Features.........................9-11 Arts & Entertainment....12-15 Sports...........................16-20 �NEWS NOVEMBER 6, 2006 2 Sex offenders Safety inspections Kappa Psi Barnes & Noble 2 3 4 4 Wilkes-Barre considers sex offender ordinance Megan’s law to assist with the crackdown BY ANDREW SEAMAN Beacon Asst. News Editor According to the Pennsylvania Megan’s Law website, there are 42 registered sex offenders within the city limits of Wilkes-Barre, and if Wilkes-Barre City Councilman Jim McCarthy has his way, they will have to watch their steps even more than they usually do. McCarthy served as the champion to the ordinance Wilkes-Barre passed on its first reading during a meeting held on Thursday, October 26. The ordinance dictates that sex offenders are “not allowed to live within 1,500 feet of places where children congregate.” This ordinance follows the lead of many across the country. One piece of legislation McCarthy said he paid special attention to came out of Seminole, Florida. This particular piece of legislation requires sex offenders to live outside of a 2,500 foot radius of schools, playgrounds and other recreational areas where children are known to congregate. Other legislation across the country is even more restrictive than that. But some residents have raised concern that many of the sex offenders will filter into other less resitrictive residential areas. Dr. Ebonie Stringer, a Wilkes University assistant professor of sociology and anthropology said, “It does create a problem of displacement. You do not have crime deterrent. You have crime displacement.” The theory is that such an ordinance may not prevent future offenses, but rather will funnel offenders to the same general area. According to http://www.crimereduction.gov.uk, “Seeking to prevent a crime by changing the situation in which it occurs does not actually prevent crime but merely moves it around.” Stringer also noted that offenders are already at a disadvantage, saying, “These are not the type of people who can just get up and go and move someplace else...The responsible thing to do would be to have some follow through on the behavior of these legislators to make sure that these people have a place to go, that they are not just cast out onto the streets.” But McCarthy said, “It comes down to the safety of our children.” The council member also noted that about two years ago, there was an incident in his neighborhood where there was an attempted abduction. “This is not a class of people want,” he said. As for the constitutionality of the ordinance, McCarthy did not seem worried. He said he has researched similar ordinances and surrounding communities have contacted him to help with similar legislation in their municipalities. The language of the ordinance must still be worked on, and will go through a second and final reading in the coming weeks, with a vote following. Courtesey of www.ericndela.com With the passing of this a new Wilkes-Barre ordinance, registered sex offenders will not be allowed to live within 1,500 feet of playgrounds, daycares and other places where children congregate. B E ACON Serving the community through fair and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers. 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River St. First Floor, Conyngham Hall, Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �NOVEMBER 6, 2006 GIULIANI from FRONT PAGE “Rick understands what’s at stake and he’s able to explain it in a way that very few others can…I don’t like to assign blame before September 11th, because I’m not sure that people could adequately see the threat, but after September 11th there is no excuse for not adequately seeing the threat. No excuse to turn back to where we were before September 11th…If Rick Santorum isn’t elected and his opponent and people like his opponent are elected, they are going to push us to go back on defense against terrorist rather than being on the offense the way we are now,” Giuliani said. Dr. Paul Browne, Dean, Jay S. Sidhu School of Business and Leadership, explained the reason for choosing Giuliani to speak at the Outstanding Leaders Forum was the leadership he demonstrated before and after 9/11. “Mayor Giuliani is known the world over as one of the world’s most admired leaders. Elected the 107th Mayor of the City of New York in 1993, after a campaign focusing on quality of life, crime, business and NEWS education, he provided strong and effective leadership for the city and was re-elected by a wide margin in 1997. The leadership he showed during the World Trade Center disaster was an inspiration to the entire country. His integrity, bravery and leadership effectiveness make him a sterling example for the students in the Sidhu School, where we emphasize leadership along with business acumen as traits required for a successful career,” Browne said. Browne added that the Outstanding Leaders Forum’s purpose is to raise money for scholarships for undergraduate students in the Jay S. Sidhu School of Business who demonstrate great leadership. Browne said, “The Outstanding Leaders Forum is a fundraising event for the Outstanding Leadership Scholars Program. Donations to the OLS and ticket sales generate the resources used to cover the costs of staging the event. Net proceeds are used to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students in the Sidhu School who have demonstrated significant leadership potential. Santorum agreed that Giuliani is an inspiring leader. Safety team begins off-campus apartment inspections BY ALLISON KULIK Beacon Correspondent Parents face many challenges when it is time to let their offspring leave the nest. So when parents send their sons and daughters off to college, they have to trust that their children’s safety is being addressed. However, as fires at Seton Hall, Bloomsburg, Chapel Hill and other college communities have illustrated, fire can challenge that sense of security. Locally, in order to ensure a safe environment without stifling students’ sense of independence, city and university officials have put together a team to update and examine off campus students’ housing safety regulations. The team’s purpose is to ensure that there are no safety violations by performing random and scheduled inspections of fire detection equipment. Members of the team are looking for congested outlets, functional sprinkler systems, working and appropriately placed smoke alarms and fire extinguishers. While team members do make some unannounced visits, they mostly only answer calls in which people reported safety violations. Also, the team can be contacted if a student has a problem regarding safety that they cannot take care of themselves or get the landlord to fix. Landlords are encouraged to rein- force proper safety regulations. The team is hoping to prompt some of the more negligent landlords to do all they can to cooperate with the University and city to maintain a safe living environment for the students as well as other Wilkes-Barre residents. Wilkes University Public Safety supports the program and feels it is an improvement to be able to ensure safer living conditions for the students. Gerald Rebo, manager of Wilkes University Public Safety, stated, “This is a positive step for the city in its relationship with the students. Anything, for that matter, which safeguards the residents of WilkesBarre, students and non-students, would be considered a positive step.” This program is new to Wilkes students, but it has actually been already implemented at King’s College. Wilkes Off-Campus Council supports the concern and emphasis on appropriate safety regulations. But while OCC representatives understand the whole program is in the best interest of the students, they don’t agree with the random inspections. Andrew Steinberg, president of the Wilkes OCC, said, “Nobody wants to see tragedies like the ones at Bloomsburg, but the safety inspections still need to be done in a more professional manner, like by scheduling appointments.” Rebo noted, “Our intentions are not to be nosy. This is only being done in the best interests of the students.” 3 The Beacon/Mark Congdon Senator Rick Santorum, left, looks on as former New York City Mayor, Rudolph Giuliani, speaks on his behalf last week at the Wilkes-Barre Township fire hall. Giuliani will return this week to serve as keynote for the Outstanding Leaders Forum. “There is one man who I know who understands this enemy, who understands this threat of terrorism, and lived it on a personal scale fighting back from terrorism and has rallied a nation as a result of that and that is former mayor of New York City, Rudy Giuliani,” Santorum declared to the crowd Friday evening. “[Giuliani] is a great choice for this lecture and I’m really looking forward to see Giuliani speak and encourage many other students, faculty and others to attend,” said Wetherbee. “We are expecting a sell-out crowd. There has been a great deal of interest already in this event. Ticket sales at the F.M. Kirby center have been brisk…This is not surprising given Mayor Giuliani’s reputation and the national and international recognition he has received,” said Browne. Ti d up �NOVEMBER 6, 2006 NEWS Barnes and Noble to hold grand opening of college bookstore 4 North Main Street to be blocked off for event BY SARAH DOMAN Beacon Staff Writer On October 17, 2006 the doors opened to the new Barnes and Noble in downtown Wilkes-Barre. Though community members immediately began shopping and enjoying refreshments from the Starbucks Café, the bookstore had not yet clearly defined its college presence. But all of that will change this week. On Wednesday, November 8, Barnes and Noble will host its grand opening of the joint college bookstore for King’s College and Wilkes University. The event will take place between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. This block party style opening will feature live music by the Five Percent as well as King’s College and Wilkes University’s chamber singers. The Wilkes University chamber singers will sing at 6 p.m. under the direction of Steven Thomas. Marianne Ferrantino, senior English and secondary education major and employee of Barnes and Noble, is singing at the event. “I think [the bookstore opening] is one of many great steps towards the realization that Wilkes-Barre is a college town,” she said. Free food and refreshments will be served from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Because the event will trickle into the street, there will be some traffic changes in downtown Wilkes-Barre. According to Christine Seitzinger, associate director of marketing and communications, Main Street between Public Square and Northhampton Street will be closed to all traffic. The joint college bookstore portion of Barnes and Noble, located in the lower level of the building will also be open for the event. “It will give faculty and students a first look at the lower level that was previously unopened,” said Seitzinger. Many campus organizations and teams are on the agenda to help officially open the college bookstore. Seitzinger said, “The cheerleaders from both King’s and Wilkes will be there for a spirit rally prior to the Wilkes and King’s football game. We hope the Wilkes campus will attend and help us celebrate the opening of the bookstore,” said Seitzinger. The Beacon/Cara Koster Workers at the newly opened Barnes & Noble will have their grand opening on Wednesday, November 8. The event will feature live music and refreshments. Kappa Psi named 2006 Outstanding Chapter of the Year BY KATHY DALTON Beacon Correspondent The Mask, Kappa Psi’s Pharmaceutical Fraternity national publication, recently named Wilkes University’s Kappa Psi Chapter, Delta Omicron, the 2006 Outstanding Chapter of the Year. Kappa Psi, the largest and oldest pharmaceutical fraternity in the country, dates back to 1879 and currently has 46,000 members in 72 collegiate and 43 graduate chapters in the United States and Canada. The Outstanding Chapter of the Year award is presented to the top 10 out of 72 collegiate chapters of the fraternity. According to Dr. Adam Welch, Grand Council Deputy of Delta Omicron and assistant professor of pharmacy practice at Wilkes, “In the in-depth application, you had to outline the chapter’s community service, grade point average, scholarships, how many members hold leadership roles in other organizations, your involvement in regional and national meetings, and the number of faculty members of your Kappa Psi. The chapters are awards points for each section.” Delta Omicron had the most points, making it the national winner. Along with this award, the chapters are presented with a cer- tificate of accomplishment and recognition in The Mask. “It is a great honor to be nationally recognized. It’s the first time we were ever number 1. We have been in the top 5 six years in a row and been number 1 in our region, but never number 1,” noted Welch. Lara Judson, P3 pharmacy student at Wilkes, vice regent and pledge master of Delta Omicron, added, “In 2004 we were the second best in the nation. It’s been a goal of ours for a while, and we’ve always just missed it, so to actually have achieved it is very exciting for us.” The newly installed officers at Wilkes who led Delta Omicron to the first rating are regent, Megan Walters; vice regent, Lara Judson; corresponding secretary, Marilyn Hill; recording secretary, Jill Olson; treasurer, Monica Gehret; ritualist, Young Zhang; historian, Laura Hanna; sergeant at arms, Andreas Chandra; immediate past regent, Kim Metka; and Grand Council Deputy, Dr. Adam Welch. The value of involvement in the national fraternity is important to professional growth, members contend. “It’s a way to become closer to your pharmacy classmates, it’s a professional organization, and we are very active on campus,” noted Judson. �NOVEMBER 6, 2006 RIVER to be the second largest natural disaster in United States history. from FRONT PAGE “We’re going to get wet,” Brozena said when asked about floodaccess to a 750-seat amphithe- ing. But rest assured “not only is atre while its cross-town cousin [the common] being built to withwill lead to a 1.2 acre river landing stand floods, it’s designed to stand which will include a fishing pier, up to the ice that flows down every boat dock, horse drawn carriage spring.” Flood gates will also be installed rides, and a cross country skiing within the portals, sliding out like outfit. “If done right, it should have giant pocket doors when the river the look and feel of Inner Harbor level rises above 30 feet. Still, there is one more thing in Baltimore,” Wilkes University President Tim Gilmour said. “The that the residents look upon with fact of the matter is that it is really, trepidation…the water contamination of a river that has a combined really something.” Also in the works are the resto- sewer system. “The water quality is not all that ration of the Courthouse botanical gardens, a Native American mu- bad,” Brozena said. “I think that’s seum on the West Side, solar pow- a misconception people have. ered emergency call phones on the When you put your foot in, you do dike and the conversion of River get it back.” The Wyoming Valley Sanitary Street into a “Grand Boulevard” consisting of two lanes of traffic Authority has allocated $4 million going in each direction separated to begin a comprehensive cleaning by a raised median with vibrant effort, though Brozena estimated cherry blossom trees and shrub- that it would cost somewhere between $50 and $100 million to bery. “We don’t want people to have completely separate the systems. “The Environmental Protection to play Frogger while crossing over from the city to the river Agency is certainly not going to common,” County Commissioner let this go on forever, but until then there is no reason that we Todd Vonderheid joked. However, the development of cannot take advantage of this river a river landing next to the flood- as it sits now,” Brozena said. Hopefully, when the courthouse prone Susquehanna has drawn some concern. This summer, the turns 100 years old in 2009, the swollen river came within 18 celebration will be accompanied inches of spilling over the dike in by the ribbon cutting of the river Wilkes-Barre, reminiscent of the front project. “My hope is that it becomes a Agnes flood which is considered place where people come and gather, Busted Drinking that we actuMy t h : ally begin to see the river as “Everyone drinks heavily at parties a real positive so they can relax and hang out” in our community,” Gilmour said. “If we Reality: put it in about Though many people use alcohol to help the same time themselves loosen up in social we get the new situations, if you’d stop drinking for a sec to Sterling Hotel take a closer look, you’d realize that most put up, that people aren’t drinking heavily. There are part of town is only a few people who really get trashed at going to look parties, lose control, embarrass themselves, so different. or endanger their lives. It will be just as dramatic as - Sponsored by the theatre,” Health Services he said. [I] http://www.factsontap.org/factsontap/alcohol_and_student_life/eight myths.htm NEWS 5 by An ove rhe ad vie wo f th er ive r co mm on. 'RIVER ter wa of e es tur fea e nam l l th wi le” with c r Ci ved im ngra ct. n e je ill se “M brick e pro e h th d t and to alle bery, uted c e ib tur shrub ontr c u c tr s, o A s ntain le wh u p fo peo the The new 1.2 river landing will include a fishing pier, a boat launch, ample lighting, and a 750-seat amphitheatre. Work on the project will begin after Thanksgiving and should be completed in time for the Luzerne County Community courthouse’s 100th birthday in 2009. �Opinion NOVEMBER 6, 2006 6 Republican vs. Democrat Gay Marriage Your Voices 7 8 8 Advancement dependent on risk taking and vision Beacon Poll BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD Wilkes-Barre--and Wilkes University--need to take a cue from Scranton. Just last week, Governor Ed Rendell, flanked by University of Scranton and city officials, announced the largest economic development grant to come from his office during his tenure as governor. The $35 million state grant will go to support the University of Scranton’s effort to build the area’s first medical school, tentatively titled the Medical College of Northeastern Pennsylvania. We imagine that when the medical school idea was first proposed, there were some naysayers in Scranton. “It’ll be too expensive.” “It will never compare with Penn, Pitt or even Hershey.” “It’s in Scranton, for goodness sake.” Skepticism, especially with a bold plan, is natural. People resist real risk-taking because they fear the consequences if something goes askew. It’s far easier to maintain status quo because at least we know what that will get us. But without genuine vision and risk-taking, NEPA has no chance to rise above its perpetual existence of treading water--economically, culturally, and socially. And that leads us to the Wilkes University/Wilkes-Barre chal- lenge. As The Beacon has previously reported, Wilkes University is currently considering its options in terms of establishing the area’s first law school. Opinions on the subject are fairly mixed; in fact, Wilkes faculty have been heard to say: “If Wilkes gets a law school, I plan to enroll,” “I may even go myself if I don’t have to pay,” and “The last thing we need is one more mediocre law school.” True as it may be that the law school will be small and will pale in comparison to Harvard, Harvard itself started small. There is no reason to not embark on a project simply out of fear of failure. Our region of Northeastern Pennsylvania doesn’t have a law school, and we feel it offers great potential to this area. A law school at Wilkes will help enhance our student body and faculty, by expanding diversity and A Sight for Sore Eyes knowledge. Students will be of a different breed in terms of interests, and many undeclared majors with an interest in law can better find their niche. Faculty will increase with knowledgeable professors who can offer many opinions and insight into different issues. Not to mention, new faculty with law expertise can help with faculty decisions, and possibly help influence administrative decisions it a success. The pharmacy school is the prime example of a project that has been extremely successful. We also feel Wilkes-Barre would greatly benefit from the law school. Many local students will stay in the area upon commencement, and therefore add to this area’s pool of professionals. Lawyers bring a sense of class and dignity to the area. There would be drawbacks initially, such as attracting appropriate faculty. Naturally, Wilkes would be challenged to employ the “best of the best” law professionals to teach in the new school. However, this is true for many programs. We are not an Ivy League school, but such status does not come overnight. Courtesy of http://www.wilkes-barre.pa.us/ Projects like this one must run for a while before they to better serve the Wilkes commu- blossom into something worthwhile. nity. Despite the riskiness and potenAs with any track at Wilkes, our small school atmosphere makes tial drawbacks of this plan, the successful mentoring relation- construction and initiation of a ships possible, and allows for law school at Wilkes University students to gain information and would be greatly beneficial to all skills from their professors both of the Wilkes community and the inside and out of the classroom. surrounding areas of Wilkes. Such a move will tell the rest of Students will be able to get a better understanding of material in the world that Wilkes-Barre and a smaller class, than in a class of Wilkes University are not satisfied with treading water. We’re inter400 students at Harvard. Wilkes has also proven to be ested in swimming to shore. able to develop a school and make Aleksander Lapinski Results The following are results of a poll that The Beacon conducted online this past week. The poll was unscientific, and does not claim to reflect the overall attitudes of students on campus. Results are based on 59 responses. The Beacon asked: What University renovation or addition are you most excited about? • Law School -20% • New science center -19% • Stark Learning Center becoming a dorm -15% • Ralston field athletic center -15% • Einstein Bagels -14% • Library basement -9% • Darte center sound system -3% • Greenway addition -3% • Other -2% • One-stop shop -0% Next Week’s Poll Question: What is your biggest relationship phobia? • Committment • Meeting the family • Sex • Being cheated on • Clingy partner • Losing own identity • Living together • The break up • Diseases/STDs • Other Visit www.wilkesbeacon.com to vote. Results will be published in next week’s issue of The Beacon. �OPINION NOVEMBER 6, 2006 7 Democrats better qualified Acknolwedging party in midterm elections affiliation only the first step BY CURRAN DOBSON Beacon Editor-in-Cheif Being a registered Republican, and having voted the Republican ticket in the 2004 presidential election, you may wonder why I intend to vote the straight Democratic ticket in this year’s midterm elections. The cast of Republican politicians striving for election (or reelection) this year have disgusted me and let me down enough that I have decided against voting for them. What, you may ask, could they have done bad enough to change my opinion of the entire party? The race for Pennsylvania Representative in the 10th District is a hands-down no brainer for me. Sherwood or Carney? A man willing to risk his family for an extramarital affair or a family man dedicated to his children. The allegations against Don Sherwood would sicken someone with an even stronger stomach than my own when it comes to infidelity, and I just flat out can’t stand the idea of this man continuing to represent our district in office. It’s Carney for me. In the race for the United States Senate, neither Rick Santorum nor Bob Casey have had flagrant affairs where they attempted to strangle their mistresses (at least not that we know about). However, Santorum has a 98% voting record with George Bush (thank you, incessant attack ads on every commercial in prime-time for the last two weeks). At this stage in Bush’s presidency, when Iraq is slowly coming to resemble civil war and his approval rating has plummeted, the last thing the state of Pennsylvania or the country needs is another Bush. A fresh mind and someone who can think for themselves would do us all some good, and Casey can give our state W' 111\,eve...that. Plus, he’s a pro-life Dem, which doesn’t come around all that often and is important to me. Casey’s got my vote. The race for governor is just not even worth analyzing. Even republicans don’t support Lynn Swann. Well, some do, I’m sure, but few people can honestly say that Rendell hasn’t done great things for this state. In Wilkes-Barre alone, he’s given six-figure sums of money toward revitalization and redevelopment. Philadelphians sing his praises, as do voters in Erie, Allentown, and Pittsburgh. Clearly, he hasn’t left a corner of the state untouched during his term. We can expect nothing less from him next time around if he’s reelected. I’m voting for Rendell on Tuesday. Even if you’re not a Democrat, these choices seem obvious to me. Those politicians who have behaved appropriately, those politicians who can make decisions for themselves, and those politicians who have done amazing things for this state would be the ones we should continue to want in office making tough decisions for our communities. Plus, who isn’t eager to see what will happen if the Democrats take back control of Congress? We can expect far more of Bush’s laws to be questioned and his administration to be held accountable for Iraq and atrocities like the Abu Ghraib prison. Perhaps laws like No Child Left Behind and the CIA’s right to use some forms of torture with suspected terrorists will be genuinely questioned. It’s always good for a President to be made accountable for his actions and decisions. If the majority of people in the Congress are his friends and supporters, he won’t stay on his toes. We need Democrats in office to best protect the American people from the decisions and motivations of George Bush. Plus, they’re just better qualified this time around. What Ao you c.01 \\ s ,o."'e.o ne d[ BY ANDREW SEAMAN Beacon Asst. News Editor “I am a Republican.” “How can you support George Bush?” “Well, I never said I wa-” “How can you be in favor of Don Sherwood? He is a disgustingly dirty man!” “But I didn’t sa-” “Why don’t you look at the issues?” This is how a conversation will usually go when I bring up the fact I am a registered Republican, to one of my liberal friends. People instinctively believe I am in favor of George Bush, Don Sherwood, Lynn Swann and any other Republican nominee. This is simply not the case. Yes, I do fit the mold of a classic Republican-- you know, a conservative. But I really cannot say I agree with everything the Republican Party throws in front of me. That is why everyone, including Democrats, need to ask themselves why they are what they are. If I went around and asked people why they affiliate with a specific party, they would probably give me answers such as: “They are doing a good job,” or “I hate George Bush,” or “The other one has to go!” But here is the rude awakening: this is not how you choose a party. You choose a party by researching it and finding out what it stands for. I did not pick the Republican Party because they are against abortion, nor because I dislike John Kerry. I looked into the history of the parties and found out the basic ideals for the Democrat and Republican Party. I think everyone should who be required to do this. Think about it. A person chooses party affiliation by simply checking a box on a form and sending it away to the courthouse or capitol. In a perfect world a person would be required to write an essay about why they chose the party they did. Of course, this is not a possibility because nobody would vote. Getting back to the midterm elections, I will not tell you who I am voting for, but I assure you I am not voting for all Republicans. Why? Because we have the choice to elect who we want. Many people do not understand this. They believe just because they are Democrat or Republican they must vote for their party. This is true in the primary election, but not the general, and people are apparently confused by this. A person should vote for the person who they believe will do the best job representing them. This involves looking at the issues and determining which ones you agree with and which ones you do not. This way when you go into the voting booth you will be an informed voter. I probably should have spent this time talking to you about issues and why you should vote for the Republican Party, but in all good conscience I couldn’t do that. I feel what I have discussed here is far more important. Also, if you will note, I mentioned how you should look at the basic ideals and issues, but I did not discuss them. I did not want to make it easy for you, I took the time to do the research and you should, too. To those of you who have done this, I applaud and respect you. Just remember to be informed when you walk into that voting booth know who you are going to vote for, before you go behind the curtain. Ifs noi +ha.f he l'r:es:,·clenf l -the ·+roors ().. 1 e ,s-\-v,p ,·.J., .• .. -rhey r~ i vs f- no f Sn10-.rf: Politics at a Glance Tim Seigfried /fERRf ;}' <J,, o, �NOVEMBER 6, 2006 OPINION 8 New Jersey, please stop trying to save face with God BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Asst. Opinion Editor It was October 25, 2006. I remember it clearly; logging in to my e-mail account and finding the CNN breaking news alert that stated “Gay couples have the same marriage rights as heterosexual couples under the New Jersey state constitution, the state Supreme Court rules.” I beamed with joy; we were one step closer to equality. I am an advocate for equality; not exclusively gay marriage, but equality for all. I believe that marriage is a legal union; one in which a union by the state occurs with a contractual agreement. Why the sex of the participants is an issue, I don’t know. What I do know is that gay couples are hindered each day in this free America because of their sexuality. I’ll offer my personal opinion, which is that they do not chose to be this way, but rather this is who they are and we all need to offer acceptance. Not all will agree, but even if sexuality were a choice, restricting someone’s freedom is simply un-American. Those who oppose note that gays can live together without being married, but many cases have arisen in which this presents a problem. Last year, a group of my peers and I did research on homosexuality in NEPA, in which we met a gentleman who was denied permission to see his partner in the hospital because he didn’t have power of attorney. In addition: there is a misconception out there that gay couples will “spawn gay children.” My defense: This must be true because all heterosexual couples certainly give birth t o straight children. Homosexuals came from eggs. Our constitution of this free country guarantees us separation of church and state. We question the gender of couples because we’re very biblical, and since the oldest of couples were documented to be a man and a woman, we feel life must continue that way. We don’t examine that perhaps homosexuality existed in biblical times, and simply was not documented. We don’t consider that Adam and Eve may well have been fictitious, or perhaps did not even remotely resemble what the modern man and woman look like today. Instead we’re trying to carry out this utopia of perfect men and women giving birth to cherubic babies who will repeat the cycle. What about love? What about it? What about a couple that feels so strongly about one another that they want to share their lives? It’s wrong on so many levels to deny them that, but because so many people cannot release their religious inhibitions, only the most liberal states have been able to collect enough of a vote to grant homosexuals equal rights. If you read the text of my first paragraph carefully, you’ll see that New Jersey did not, in fact, legalize gay marriage; they only passed a law of equality. Homosexual couples are allowed the same marriage rights of heterosexual couples, but they are not allowed to be “married.” If legal issues aren’t an issue anymore, why can’t gay couples simply have the title? It isn’t the benefits. It isn’t financial. The only possible reason is that members of the higher courts cannot abandon their biases long enough to say “homosexuals can be married.” There is no logical reason why they can’t be, only that the feel they can somehow save face with God by allowing something that is exactly like a marriage, but not actually allowing them to call I am writing in response to an article written by Andee it that. It’s all about the loophole, Christian Scarantino titled, “Double Take: Andee Examines the Stats that cowards that they are. Truly Matter.” It was published in the October 30, 2006 Beacon and she This also doesn’t help anyone wrote it as a response to the game of the week article. outside of New Jersey. Gay couI must say that this is one of the most uneducated articles I have ever read, and ples can go to Massachuprobably one of the most offensive. First of all, I would really like to ask what the word setts and get married, libatious means because after searching various internet dictionaries such as Merriam-Webster, but somehow other and Oxford, there were no results, just errors. states don’t have Secondly, how can you just criticize a city that you’ve never even been to? I wonder if you’ve ever to recognize heard of Baltimore Inner Harbor, you know, the place where everything is? Things such as the Baltithose unions. more Aquarium, the Maryland Science Center, a two story Barnes & Noble, and other such things. C l e a r l y, Baltimore is a very developed city and I love it. You have no right to call all those people incompetent, they have there’s no sense in it and you don’t even have valid points to back it up. to recogThird, if you knew anything about professional football, you would know that most of the players don’t nize heteven come from the city they play for, or often times the state. So for you to sit there and write that the whole erosexual marteam is a waste and they are a bunch of “wasteful belligerent fools,” is erroneous. Also, you say that you riage licenses. always side with a female’s opinion when it comes to sports because they know the facts and don’t spout I’d certainly hope the incessant bull, while really you are the one spouting the bull. lawmakers in New JerWhen guys talk about football, they do talk a lot of crap because they all believe their team is better, but sey will legalize the acthey know what they are talking about when it comes to the facts. You are right that women do know what tual binding legal union they are talking about, but don’t leave the guys out. They have legitimate reasons as to why another of homosexual couples, team may win over their team. for we are a diverse society, Don’t get me wrong, Curran knows what she’s talking about. So you side with her, that’s okay. and we must be accepting to But your only reason to side with her is because you hate Baltimore and really, that’s not a valid all. reason. That’s just you being stubborn and close-minded. I am in no way a Ravens fan, but I do stick up for them in the sense that you totally bash them with no valid explanation. So next time you feel the need to bash a city, its state, and its football, make sure you have the facts. Dear Editor, Sarah Duncan, Freshman mathematics/education major �FEATURES NOVEMBER 6, 2006 Wilkes Funniest Videos Hunger/Homelessness 10 11 9 Those aren’t just lines on the paper anymore Analysts can tell a lot about a person by looking at their writing BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Features Editor Jotting down a to-do list, writing a quick note to a friend or family member: these activities are done nonchalantly, but Dennis Duez can look at these documents and tell if a person is outgoing, depressed or even if they have had or are suffering from injuries. going. Straight means independent, and backwards means my way or the highway. Slants may not apply exactly to lefthanders because they’ve grown up with different permutations of how to hold the pen and paper. Shapes of loops, upper and lower loops, variants on how they flatten and fold up, height and size of loops, slants of lines… sponse to symbols. Symbolism comes out in handwriting…if there’s a slight back pain, I can tell. A lady had back issue left hip … Variations in line show impact; scars, sinus issues all come out spontaneously. Once you get used to seeing these, a complete analysis can be done by looking at a simple sentence. about litigation... If the employer is screening, the employee has to give permission and be aware it’s being analyzed. The Beacon: How did you get involved with analyzing [convicted murderer] Scott Peterson’s handwriting? Duez: Because I was home… Memorial Day weekend, I got a Duez is a handwriting analyst based out of Greensburg, Pennsylvania who travels around analyzing handwriting for a variety of reasons listed on his web site, www.handwritinganalyst.com, including personality profiles, corporate events, as well as individual consultations. The Beacon: How did you get started doing handwriting analysis? Dennis Duez: A number of years back, I met a handwriting analyst at the beach, and we went out, but she wanted to see my handwriting before we went out. She was a psychologist. That got me interested in it. The Beacon: What kinds of things found in the writing give readings of the personality of the writer? Duez: There are hundreds of elements I look for. The slant of writing is one that I look at… right means friendly, gregarious, out- The funny part about Scott’s handwriting was that it didn’t really show up in handwriting that he was guilty. With Scott he was getting over bad self-image, which was understandable, his sex drive diminished…he was on death row… Two strange things that showed up were that he was still looking for romance, and he was on his way to a deal he trusted in. Recently, The Beacon spoke with Duez about how he analyzes handwriting, and what can be done with this skill. The Beacon: Was there any training involved? Duez: Basically it has all been self-taught through publications I’d read and practice. I taught at community college, participated in testimony, then entertainment areas. I produced a four page report for Fox, even though I had very little to work with. The Beacon/Cara Koster Dennis Duez, the handwriting analyst, visited the Wilkes campus last week and gave personality profiles to those who visited his table in the Henry Student Center Cursive handwriting is best because it gets full expansion on loops. With print, I can look at intensity. If they write through, dark handwriting usually means they’re very intense or they have a lot of caffeine. If it’s lighter, they’re a little more relaxed and sensitive. The Beacon: How can writing give an insight on personality? Duez: I refer to it as a seismograph of hand and body, a re- Accuracy is at about 95-99% because of commonalities that people share despite different, varying handwriting samples. These have been verified over 30 years of experience; I’ve really been able to benchmark all elements. The Beacon: Do employers often get the handwriting of current or potential employees analyzed? Duez: Well, it’s very popular in Europe. Here, there are issues call from Fox News asking if I’d like to appear on Saturday evening news analyze letters from Scott Peterson. I asked if they could send scanned art files, most likely jpeg files, they said the only sample was from People Magazine. I picked up a copy and it had about two and a half sentences cut off. I had to blow it up with the scanner and manipulate it since it was also at an angle, but The Beacon: Since people know they are having their handwriting analyzed, they often change aspects of the writing. Can you still get an accurate reading? Duez: Idiosyncrasies show up, even if they’re careful. There are still elements that show up, still some basis to get fresh sample if I could. Even if they attempt fake handwriting, there are still elements that show up. People who have had issues with shoulder, collarbone, or shoulder blade, these really show up. These are standard and can’t really change that. Biggest complaint people have is that they can’t write cursive, but they finally break loose and do cursive. It doesn’t matter haven’t done for a while. There are things in there you can’t change, the subconscious says we’re going to do it this way. The Beacon: Do you ever analyze your own handwriting? What does it say about you? Duez: I try to stay away from that… but I have a big ego in what I do, worried about hair thinning out. Just looked today at my check for rent, and it showed up some sort of injury in the right kneecap, left ankle…I didn’t feel any pain, but then I got out of car stepped on curb and I did feel some pain. �FEATURES 10 NOVEMBER 6, 2006 Wilkes Funniest Videos contest open to students until November 14 Students given chance to use existing footage or play director and create new film BY RYAN BROGHAMER Beacon Staff Writer The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski The Thomas P. Shelburne Telecommunications Center is one location students film their videos, but no formal setting is needed to film an entry for the Wilkes Funniest Videos contest, just a camera and a sense of humor. At The Waterfront Complex 670 N. River St. Plains, PA 18705 (570)270-6688 Open Wednesday-Saturday 4pm-2am PIRANHA RACES EVERY WEDNESDAY 9-11PM DAILY DRINK AND FOOD SPECIALS LIVE ENTERTAINMENT TRIVIA BEGINS 2.1.07 CASH PRIZES Please visit our web site at www.sensorylounge.com “We’ve got laughs from coast to coast, to make you smile; a real life look at each of you, to capture all your style…” Go ahead, finish it off--we’ll wait. Any child of the 90’s can probably name that tune in five notes, as it played when millions of viewers welcomed Bob Saget into their homes every Sunday night while he hosted America’s Funniest Home Videos. Now, Wilkes University is giving students a chance to get in on the action. Sponsored by the sophomore class Student Governement (SG) representatives, Wilkes Funniest Videos will be held on Monday, November 27 at 7 p.m. in the Henry Student Center Grand Ballroom on the second floor of the Henry Student Center. The contest is searching for the most amusing and outrageous videos of Wilkes University. “We’re looking for anything that’s funny. If you have a funny skit or a dance or anything that you think is hilarious, send it in,” sophomore class vice president Jef Bauman said. “We all have videos from when we were younger - or even now - doing funny or stupid things that we sit back and laugh at now, and hey, it could win you something.” The contest is open for submissions until November 14, and is not limited to the afternoon your trampoline gave way or the time when dad decided to knock out that wall with his bowling ball. “If people decide to make up skits, great. If they want to do something funny with a friend, we’re for that. The chance to just produce a video, or be like, ‘Hey, Mom, do I have any dumb videos of when I was young?’ and win this prize is a pretty big deal,” Bauman said. That prize is a digital DVD camcorder, valued around $400. Surprisingly, Bauman says the grand prize has not yet garnered much interest. “We printed about 500 flyers, we had ‘look-up’ signs, we had letters sent to the R.A.’s, but we’ve really had a limited response. It’s a little shocking because it’s a really great prize.” Event co-chair John Botch mentioned that the group also ran into some red tape in planning the event. “We had to get the contest, rules, and a custom waiver form from the school approved by the Student Affairs Committee,” said Botch, citing numerous revisions the group had to make on its rules. While they are concerned with some of the problems they’ve faced thus far, Bauman and Botch are sure that Wilkes Funniest Videos will go off without a hitch. “I am expecting a pretty good sized turnout for the event,” said Botch. Bauman added that he’s anticipating an enjoyable evening. “We’re not looking for an entry-fee to the contest or admission to the event, we just want students to come up and have a good time. We’ll have free pizza and soda, and a great prize. It’s going to be a really good time.” And how about a special guest? “No, we’re not gonna have Bob Saget,” joked Bauman, “but it’s still gonna be a really fun night.” Interested students can pick up an entry form at the SG office located on the first floor of the Henry Student Center or contact wuclassof2009@ yahoo.com for more information. �FEATURES NOVEMBER 6, 2006 11 Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week offers insight into world of poor BYMEGAN KRISANDA lNKRISANDA & NORA.JURASITS JURASITS Beacon Correspondent Correspondent & & Beacon Features Features Editor Editor Manyy students students go go through through struggles proj~les due due to to impending impending projand exams exams but being ects, papers, papers, and but being ,eless or or not not having having enough enough homeless each day day seems seems like like aa conconfoodd each cept underiJt too too far far removed removed to to understand. and. This week, the Campus Campus InterInterThis week, the faith ce is hosting aa number of faith offi office is hosting number of events for for the the campus campus and and comcomevents munity to to increase increase awareness awareness munity about homelessness. about hunger hunger and and homelessness. These programs programs offer offer those who These those who stop by by the Henry Student Student Center Center stop the Henry chance to to learn learn about about the chalaa chance the chal~a'l of of being homeless and lenges poor, and do something ""mething to to help help --1.,P-fS of of ease their effects on members the community. Each day between November 5 and 11 offers different activities ranging from a panel discussion to an auction. "NOL only _, __ do we want to serve “Not the hungry hungry and and 11-,._ the homeless of the area, but we we want area, but want to to learn learn about 11"~ what it’s it's like like to to be and what be homeless homeless and raise we could do raise awareness awareness so so we could do something about about it…not it. .. not just this something just this week but but in in the the future,” future," said said InterInterweek faith faith Coordinator Coordinator of of Hunger Hunger and and Homelessness Awareness Awareness Week, Week, Homelessness Angela Angela Hermes. Hermes. 6, aa On Monday, Monday, November On November 6, slideshow entitled entitled “Faces "Faces of of slideshow Homelessness: Essential Essential in in HisHisHomelessness: tory" is is scheduled scheduled for for 6:30 6:30 p.m. p.m. tory” in the Henry in the Henry Student Student Center. Center. Gary Gary Clark, aa professor at BloomsBloomsClark, professor at burg will present present the the burg University, University, will slideshow. Clark Clark does does photodocuslideshow. photodocumentaries mentaries of of the the homeless homeless while while he he is is working working with with them. them. He He documents documents their their stories stories and and their their plights in plights in order order to to raise raise awareness awareness - ,,,t hopefully and hopefully encourage others to help. "•,-,tirring loA panel discussion featuring cal homeless and representatives from local shelters will follow the slideshow. There will be a Hunger Banquet on Tuesday, November 7 in the Alumni All.LL,- House at 5p.m. This is a unique event it calls for unique event because LA,the guests tickets at ranthe guests to to draw draw ticke1 dom that that assign assign them them to t a. high, nigh, dom middle, or low low income income tier tier and and middle, or receive aa corresponding receive corresponding meal. meal. There will will be be an an opportunity opportunity There to serve to serve local local families families aa meal meal on on at the the Wednesday, November Wednesday, November 88 at First First United United Methodist Methodist Coffee Coffee House. Those Those interested inte ~sted in in lendlendHouse. ing hand should 11eet at at the the ing aa hand shou meet Interfaith offi office f of the the Interfaith ce (2nd fl'oor oor of Henry 5:30 Henry Student Student Center) at at 5:30 p.m. p.m. 1, the On On Thursday, Thursda) November 9, Empty be Empty Bowls Bowl Auction will be held. The which is one of held. The auction, am the e, the bigger bigger events during the week, will take place p will take at 6 p.m. in the Stu, Henry Student Center. The event will feature handmade ceramic will featl bowls thr bowls that were created by Wilkes AS A COLLEGE GRAD , YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR .,,dding students and faculty. The bidding .,e proceeds proceeds starts at $5 and all the ...i1gry and and homehomewill go to the hungry _.c:s-Barre. less of Wilkes-Barre. J,aate dean dean of of student student afafAssociate _..irs, Barbara Barbara King, King, along along with fairs, with Sharon Castano, Castano, who who serves serves as as Sharon internship and and mentoring mentoring coordicoordiinternship nator, painted the inside inside of of one one of of nator, painted the the the bowls bowls that that will will be be auctioned. auctioned. "It's not about buying anyone's “It’s not about buying anyone’s talented artwork,” artwork," King King said. said. “It’s "It's talented something that’s that's fun fun to do and and it’s it's something to do going provide help going to to provide help and and food food to to lot of of people, and we we certainly certainly aa lot people, and hope aa lot lot of of people tum out out to bid hope people turn to bid on them.” them." on Hermes Hermes added added that that the the auction auction has been been aa team team project, has project, with with linen linen donations donations from from the the catering catering services, assistance assistance in in creating creating services, the bowls from the ceramic ceramic bowls from professor professor Jean Adams and Jean Adams and homemade homemade soups soups being brought brought in being in for for the the event. event. There There will will be be another another opportuopport:i' 'y to to prepare, prepare, serve serve or or clean clr up nity 't. Vincent’s Vincent's Soup Kitchen r at St. on Friday, Novembt Friday, November 10 from 8 a.m.10:30 a.m, a.m, 10:30 10:30 a.m-1 a. 10:30 p.m., or 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. p.m.-2:30 p.m. Finally, on on Saturday Saturday November Finally, 11, there there will t 11, will be be aa fundraiser/ burger burn burger bum for for Habitat Habitat for Humanity at at Sam’s Sam's Club Club in ir. Wilmanity kes-Barre Township. Township. This This event t kes-Barre is until 7 is scheduled scheduled from from 99 a.m. a.m. unt1. p.m. p.m. Those Those interested interested can can sign sign up u1 in the Student Center Center or or the the InterInterin the Student faith ce. faith offi office. "I would would hope that people come “I hope that people come and participate. participate. If If you you don’t don't parand participate, you you can’t can't really really learn. learn. EsEsticipate, pecially Monday’s Monday's event, event, hearing hearing pecially from people from the the homeless homeless and and the the people they work work with with will will have have an an imirr they pact," Hermes said. said. “For "For,.., pact,” Hermes me, it’s enlivening to to talk talk to to these t1 enlivening people and it it raises raises my mv own awareness. and It's been a really r It’s great experience organ;-· it and I’m sure all the organizing p· events will be even greater.” 2007 FJ CRUISER 2007 RAV4 2007 CAMRY HYBRID 2007 YARIS ANY NEW TOYOTA OF YOUR CHOICE* WWW.WINAYARISONLINE.COM† *NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. CUSTOMERS RECEIVE $400 FROM TOYOTA TOWARDS LEASING OR FINANCING THE PURCHASE OF NEW UNTITLED TOYOTA MODELS THROUGH PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALERS AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. SEE DEALER OR VISIT WWW.TOYOTAFINANCIAL.COM/FINANCE FOR DETAILS. COLLEGE GRADUATE PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR TERMINATION AT ANY TIME. †NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY. MAKING A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. TO ENTER YOU MUST BE A LEGAL U.S. RESIDENT AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD AND YOU MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE. VISIT YOUR PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALER OR WINAYARISONLINE.COM FOR COMPLETE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND SWEEPSTAKES RULES. �A&E NOVEMBER 6, 2006 12 Trendspotter: Knits 13 This Week in History 14 Crossword 14 Local Band: Go Go Gadjet 15 Theater Preview: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” jor Jennifer Smeraldo explained that there will also be differences in the traditional plot. Smeraldo, who plays the title role of “Cinderella” said, “This show is less about the magic,” such as the events that occur in the popular Disney version of the story, and is instead “more about finding the courage within yourself to take control of your others to give her what she wants.” Fletcher noted that theater is harder at the university level than it would be on a professional level because “evAs the dreaded November deadlines creep up on the eryone involved here at Wilkes has a full class load, not to members of Wilkes University causing stress and exhausmention study time and jobs.” tion for both students and faculty, the theater department Due to the amount of other commitments the students is kindly offering relief in the form of entertainment as have, their rehearsal time is brief, but Lucas it prepares a classic and beloved musical assured that this has no bearing on the qualproduction, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s ity of the performance, “We always seem to “Cinderella.” pull a show together no matter what the triThe story of Cinderella is both familals and tribulations are during the rehearsal. iar and comfortable, and the Rodgers and We work hard and do what we can to make Hammerstein version has been in exisa performance as good as we can make it.” tence since the 1950’s when it was proFletcher also acknowledged that a limited duced for television. budget poses a challenge with a production Most people know the plot by heart; a such as this. “Corners have to be cut and young woman mistreated by her family reconsidered,” said Fletcher. finds a way to get what she wants (the The musical was chosen because it is a Prince, self-respect, love, out of the cin“well-known title that could attract a larger ders) and does so herself (with or without audience,” said Fletcher. the aid of a Fairy Godmother and woodAttracting an audience is a primary conland creatures). cern for the theater department; the first Usually there is a dance involved and production of the season had a very low the loss of a personal belonging--more ofturnout despite being “a very strong proten than not, a glass slipper. Though the duction,” said Fletcher. basics of the plot generally stay the same, As always, Wilkes students with ID will audiences’ familiarity with the story albe admitted for free and there are numerlow for numerous possibilities for new ous opportunities to see this performance Courtesy of Curtis Salonick and creative approaches. of “Cinderella,” since the show will run for Senior theater major Christopher Lucas The theater department will offer performances of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cin- two weekends. The performance, that runs explained, “Even though the show is a derella” November 10-12 and 17-19. The musical production will take a different ap- approximately an hour and half, will be set classic fairy tale, we are performing it dif- proach to the traditional fairy tale not only in the way the music is performed but also in the 1800s and is expected to be a “really in the plot itself. According to director Gregory Fletcher, the production should be an entertaining, romantic production,” accordferently than how it is normally done.” The director of “Cinderella,” Gregory interesting and romantic experience. ing to Fletcher. Fletcher, described the different approach Rogers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” to the musical aspect of the performance, “Instead of the own life.” will be performed at the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center on typical pit orchestra, we’ll have two grand pianos playing Smeraldo pointed out that while there may not be any November 10, 11, 17 and 18 at 8:00 p.m. and November this lovely romantic classic musical.” talking mice in the Wilkes University production, “The 12 and 19 at 2 p.m. All Wilkes students are admitted free Aside from the variation from the traditional perfor- audience will still get the story of Cinderella, just with with ID. mance in the music arena sophomore musical theater ma- more of Cinderella helping herself, rather than relying on BY SHANNON CURTIN Beacon Staff Writer Schedule of Events Monday, November 6 -Scout’s Honor, Losing Caufield, Her Officer and Gentlemen and Held at Gunpoint performing at Cafe Metropolis at 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 7 -Personacards at the SUB at 11 a.m. -The Let Go performing at Slainte -Pleaseesaur, Joe Jack Talcum, The Washer-Dryer Combo plus TBA at Cafe Metropolis at 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 8 -Film: Keeping Mum playing at the FM Kirby Center at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m Thursday, November 9 -The Incredible Boris Hypnotist in the HSC Ballroom at 9 p.m. Friday, November 10 -Northeastern PA Philharmonic performing at the FM Kirby Center at 8 p.m. -Stuck in Kaos, Phoenix and Crutial Violence performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. -Bootleg Slumber Party 3: Return of the Cotton Avenue Satellites at Cafe Metropolis at 9 p.m. Saturday, November 11 -Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Swan Lake at the FM Kirby Center at 8 p.m. -Common Enemy and False Allies performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. -Bigger Thomas, The Menzingers, No Service Project and The Antibodies performing at Cafe Metropolis at 8 p.m. -Roger’s and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” in the Darte Center at 8 p.m. Sunday, November 12 -Music, theater, and dance Conservatory Recital in the DDD Center throughout the day. -Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani will be speaking at the FM Kirby Center at 8 p.m. �NOVEMBER 6, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 Trendspotter: Knits BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor cozy material have shown up this season. We’ve seen it time and time again since the stores started stocking fall clothing, but the Hot chocolate, pumpkin pie, apple crisp, boyfriend sweater, which is basically a long cable knit sweatcardigan, is a staple in this ers. All of these season of skinny jeans and things mix a leggings. Extra-long and overlittle sugar with sized, this style can be belted to spice and, while provide a defined waist and an not all are technieffortlessly chic look. cally edible, they One step up from the boyall can provide a friend cardigan, the sweater warm haven in dress is an easy way to pull the cold months. off a sophisticated and stylish There’s nothlook while secretly being ining better than the credibly comfortable. 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Increase the amount Family 46 48 50 54 58 59 61 62 63 64 65 66 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 14 15 Carried along on Tropical tree Capital of Australia Leather covering for the ankle and lower leg Contains Betelgeuse and Rigel Disguised Physical units of heredity Shock Uttered by the mouth Hang down unevenly See at a distance Exchange for money DOWN Cooking measurement Fixed charge per unit Teheran’s Country Country between The Netherlands and Poland Large orbiting bodies Period Presidential time period Bubbly beverage More Land devoted to agriculture Oak, for example _____ of the Lost Arc Opposed to 17 21 23 25 26 27 29 30 32 33 35 38 42 45 47 49 50 51 52 53 55 56 57 60 Hairless Starts over, in a video game Delivered a speech Support people Lubricated Opposite of what occurs in school Upright To free from ob struction Nonresonant sound Borders Metal worker Desensitizes Popular pizza chain Symbol of a coun try Slender double-reed instrument Anguish Gears Length x width Move upward Small social insects Become exhausted And others Move by revolving Equal to 8 fluid ounces Answers for October 30 This Week In History BY MICHAEL GIONFRIDDO Beacon Correspondent Brought to you by the History Club November 6 1917: Led by Bolshevik Party leader Vladimir Lenin, leftist revolutionaries launch a nearly bloodless coup d’État against Russia’s ineffectual provisional government. The Bolsheviks and their allies occupied government buildings and other strategic locations in the Russian capital of Petrograd (now St. Petersburg) and within two days had formed a new government with Lenin as its head. Bolshevik Russia, later renamed the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR), was the world’s first Marxist state. November 7 1957: The final report from a special committee called by President Dwight D. Eisenhower to review the nation’s defense readiness indicates that the United States is falling far behind the Soviets in missile capabilities, and urges a vigorous campaign to build fallout shelters to protect American citizens. November 8 1895: Physicist Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen (1845-1923) becomes the first person to observe X-rays, a significant scientific advancement that would ultimately benefit a variety of fields, most of all medicine, by making the invisible visible. Rontgen’s discovery occurred accidentally in his Wurzburg, Germany, lab, where he was testing whether cathode rays could pass through glass when he noticed a glow coming from a nearby chemically coated screen. He dubbed the rays that caused this glow X-rays because of their unknown nature. November 9 1938: On this day in 1938, in an event that would foreshadow the Holocaust, German Nazis launch a campaign of terror against Jewish people and their homes and businesses in Germany and Austria. The violence, which continued through November 10 and was later dubbed “Kristallnacht,” or “Night of Broken Glass,” after the countless smashed windows of Jewish-owned establishments, left approximately 100 Jews dead, 7,500 Jewish businesses damaged and hundreds of synagogues, homes, schools and graveyards vandalized. An estimated 30,000 Jewish men were arrested, many of whom were then sent to concentration camps for several months; they were released when they promised to leave Germany. Kristallnacht represented a dramatic escalation of the campaign started by Adolf Hitler in 1933 when he became chancellor to purge Germany of its Jewish population. November 10 1969: On this day in 1969, Sesame Street, a pioneering TV show that would teach generations of young children the alphabet and how to count, made its broadcast debut. Sesame Street, with its memorable theme song (“Can you tell me how to get/How to get to Sesame Street”), went on to become the most widely viewed children’s program in the world. It has aired in more than 120 countries. November 11 1918: At the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, the Great War ended. At 5 a.m. that morning, Germany, bereft of manpower and supplies and faced with imminent invasion, signed an armistice agreement with the Allies in a railroad car outside Compiégne, France. The First World War left nine million soldiers dead and 21 million wounded, with Germany, Russia, Austria-Hungary, France, and Great Britain each losing nearly a million or more lives. In addition, at least five million civilians died from disease, starvation, or exposure. November 12 1954: Ellis Island, the gateway to America, shut its doors after processiing more than 12 million immigrants since its opening in 1892. Today, an estimated 40 percent of all Americans can trace their roots through Ellis Island, located in New York Harbor off the New Jersey coast and named for merchant Samuel Ellis, who owned the land in the 1770s. Note: All information is provided by the History Channel and can be found at http://www.history.com/tdih.do< Courtesy http://video.margaretcho.net �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 15 NOVEMBER 6, 2006 - Local Band Spotlight: Go Go Gadjet BY MARISSA PHILLIPS Beacon Asst. A&E Editor With a list of songs including Madonna’s “Like a Virgin, “OPP” by Naughty by Nature, and “Sugar, We’re Going Down” by Fall Out Boy, Go Go Gadjet is a band that clearly embraces variety. Go Go Gadjet is a five-piece cover band from Reading, PA. Jeff Tomrell covers lead vocals and trumpet, Tim Duncan is on bass, Mike Intelisano covers drums, Tony Mancuso covers keyboard and vocals and Chris Schwartz plays lead guitar. The Beacon recently had a chance to talk to the band about the cover band scene, music choices, and their reluctance to perform Gregorian chants. The Beacon: Is there any story behind your band’s name choice? Go Go Gadjet: We were kicking around a few ideas when Chris (our guitarist) suggested Go Go Gadjet. We all laughed at the idea, but realized it was something catchy that would probably stick in people’s minds. Sorry, no great story here. The Beacon: How long have you been a band? Go Go Gadjet: We’ve been performing as Go Go Gadjet for 19 months, but all five members have been in various combinations of bands for the past seven years. The Beacon: Do you simply perform locally, or do you perform out of this state at all? Go Go Gadjet: We’ve been as far north as Killington, VT (where we have discovered the best pizza in the nation) and as far south as Key West, FL, where everyone is drunk all day, every day...it’s glorious. The Beacon: What is the type of crowd you primarily appeal to? Go Go Gadjet: Typically we play for college aged audiences, but we do perform for crowds of all ages. In a place like Key West, there are people from ages 21 to 65 looking to party. Whatever the age or place, we aim to get everyone’s a** a’ movin’. The Beacon: Do you perform entirely covers, or do you create original music as well? Go Go Gadjet: For the time being, we’re playing all covers. We try to put our own spin on the songs though, in order to make them our own and keep listeners interested. Do keep your ears open for some GGG originals in the near future. The Beacon: Since you are playing mostly (or only?) covers, it must be hard to put your band under any specific type of genre. What types of bands do you usually end up playing alongside? Go Go Gadjet: We rarely get to play with other groups due to the way the cover band scene is run. Typically clubs book one band per night- the opportunity to play with other bands is uncommon. On those you depend more on the preferences of the crowd? Go Go Gadjet: A little of both. We try to keep in mind the songs we played at a venue the last time we were there, and change the set list up enough to make it as different a show as possible. If people have requests or the crowd is feeling a certain vibe, we definitely try to adjust the song list to keep the energy flowing. The Beacon: I was looking at the list of any particular style, but when you hear them you’ll know. Also, whenever the crowd is really feeling a song, we enjoy it a lot more (even if it’s Jessie’s Girl). The Beacon: Describe what can be expected from your live performances for someone who hasn’t seen you play yet. Go Go Gadjet: Lots of energy. Seeing many bands perform over the years, it’s obvious what works and what doesn’t. We’ve seen too many bands that look worn out and tired, and we don’t want to give that to people. So if you come out, expect to dance...or at least watch some attractive girls dance. The Beacon: What’s the most bizarre song you’ve ever been asked to cover? Go Go Gadjet: I’m not sure about a song specifially, but we’ve had some bizarre responses at shows. Like, we’ll just finish playing a Shakira or Beyonce song, and we’ll hear someone yell, “SLAYER!!” The two genres couldn’t be further apart. I always find that pretty bizarre. The Beacon: Is there any song that you refuse to cover? Go Go Gadjet: We try to avoid Gregorian Chant at all costs, otherwise the book’s open. The Beacon: Are there any really bizarre or embarrassing show experiences you can share? Go Go Gadjet: We’ll keep this clean here, but let’s just point out the fact that you can’t call off sick or run off in the midCourtesy Go Go Gadjet Go Go Gadjet is, from left, Tony Mancuso, Chris Schwartz, Jeff Tomrell, Mike Inteli- dle of a set. We’ve heard these stories from sano and Tim Duncan. The band covers songs from such diverse artists as Madonna most bands established on the cover scene. and Fallout Boy and is planning on releasing some originals in the near future. To In addition, we perform in bars where alcohol is plenty, and plenty of people buy check out their music, visit www.myspace.com/gogogadjet. it for us. So yes, bizarre and embarrassing special occasions that there are multiple songs you play, and it’s quite diverse. Is the things have happened. If you really wanna bands on a bill...a type of band? I think list made up of songs you guys prefer, or is know, buy us some Miller Lite and french fries and we might tell you. we’re usually happy to play with a good, it mostly made up of fan requests? established group from which we can learn Go Go Gadjet: Though we started out The Beacon: On an end note - in three a lot. One of our favorite groups we’ve had with a list of just songs we wanted to play, the pleasure of sharing a stage with is Mr. most of the fan favorites are finding their words, sum up your band and why people Greengenes. They’ve been on the scene for way into our repertoire. We did originally should come and see you guys perform. Go Go Gadjet: Chicks dig us. quite some time, and are still killing it. have a list of songs we refused to play, but we’re not rock stars here. We’re here Check out Go Go Gadjet’s music as www. The Beacon: Do you have any albums to play music and entertain people. Who released? knows, maybe we’ll even play “Jessie’s myspace.com/gogogadjet. Go Go Gadjet: Not with Go Go Gadjet, Girl” someday... but we’ve all released albums with previous bands. The Beacon: What type of music do you enjoy performing the most? The Beacon: When you play a show, do Go Go Gadjet: Certain songs just click you go with a pre-determined set-list, or do when we play them. None of them are in �SPORTS 16 NOVEMBER 6, 2006 Wilkes wrestlers upset York Spartans to start season Brandon Kelly’s technical fall key to win BY ALISSA LINDNER Beacon Staff Writer The Wilkes University wrestling team, ranked 18th in the nation, opened its season with 17-16 upset over 14th-ranked York College on Saturday, November 4 in the Martz Gym. The evening started out at the 125 pound weight class. Colonel sophomore Felipe Queiroz won an 8-3 decision over Kyle Flickinger. Wilkes went on to win the match at 133 pounds when sophomore Josh Pauling won a close 4-3 decision with an escape late in the third period to beat Zach Tolbert. Queiroz, who is ranked second in the nation at 125 pounds, explained, “It felt good to start off [the match] with a win. It broke the ice.” The Spartans took the next three bouts. Junior Adam Penberthy lost a 12-6 decision over Alex Binder at the 141 pound weight class. The 149 pound weight class brought another close bout when sophomore Erik Smith lost a close 4-2 decision to Tim Bohlman, who is ranked sixth in the nation. In MIDNIGHT MADNESS A large cheese pizza + an 8pc Breadsticks, CinnaStix or Cheesybread $9.99 +TAX VALID 12AM-CLOSE Expires 5/31/076 IMM I the 157 pound weight class, freshman Frank Heffernan lost an 8-2 decision against John Niedrich. Sophomore Justin Barowski got the Colonel wrestlers back on track with a 5-1 decision over Brian Alwine in the 165 pound weight class. Barowski’s bout tied the overall match at 9 with four weight classes remaining. Colonel wrestler Kyle Lenio excited the crowd with a 5-4 upset decision in the 174 pound weight class over Jerry Bowne, who is currently ranked second in the nation at 165 pounds. Lenio scored a takedown and earned two back points to end the first period with a 4-0 lead. In the second period, Bowne earned a reversal to bring the score within 2 but Lenio earned a point for unsportsmanlike conduct on his opponent’s behalf to send the match to the third period with a score of 5-2. Bowne took Lenio down in the third period; however, it would prove not enough as Lenio finished the bout with a 5-4 decision. See WRESTLING page 17 ROWNIE Buy a large pizza at regular price and get a 1Ope order of our new warm brownies FREE Expires 10/8/06 lrvl in the 197 pound weight class was key in gaining the win over the Spartans. The Colonel wrestling team will take the mat at the King’s Tournament at King’s College this Saturday, November 11 at 11:00 a.m. The Beacon Archives Eighteen ranked Wilkes University Colonels pulled off a surprise 17-16 win over 14th ranked York College Spartans. Wilkes-Barre 570-829-2900 154 s. Pennsylvania Ave Sun-Thur 11 am-2am Fri & Sat 11 am-4am '~ ... ~ ~ �SPORTS NOVEMBER 6, 2006 17 Colonels football team wins Mid-Atlantic Conference title A look back on the highlights of a season to never be forgotten BY ARIEL COHEN & TIM SEIGFRIED Beacon Sports Editor & Beacon Asst. Sports Editor For the Wilkes Colonels, this has been a season of great accomplishments, dreams come true and goals that have gone beyond what anyone could have expected. The feats that the 2006 Colonels football team has accomplished included an exhilarating 9-0 start. On Saturday the Colonels achieved that golden 9th win in true Wilkes fashion, clinching the MAC title and ensuring an NCAA post-season berth. The big offensive talk of the Colonels 357 win was Tom Andreopoulos who finished with 21 of the Colonels’ points. Andreopoulos raked in a total of 30 rushes and two catches through the air for a total of 252 offensive yards. Quarterback Al Karaffa threw or 166 yards to round out the offensive attack. On the other side of the coin the defense held Susquehanna to only 7 points and only a total 160 yards in offense. Leading the way for the Colonels de- fensive l i n e was Kyle Follweiler had seven cluding two The Colonels town rival King’s College this Saturday in the annual Mayor’s Cup game beginning at 12:30. The postseason begins for the Colonels on November 18 unless they receive a bye for the first round. Next Sunday, November 12, ESPN will announce all NCAA postseason match ups beginning at 2 p.m. Highlights of Colonels Football 2006 (9/9) Wilkes 23 Widener 20 Ryan Yurewicz booted a 23-yard field goal with 19 seconds remaining to lead 23rd-ranked Wilkes University to a thrilli n g 23-20 comefrom- WRESTLING from PAGE 16 Freshman Josh Ballan lost a 6-2 decision to the Spartan’s Steve Johnston in ~partan's Steve Johnston in 1the 184 Open p voting g will take p place ppound weight class. The 1ss. The teams went into between the fiSeptember nal two two bouts at inal bouts tied at 12. 12. 8thtied & Novem November 5th. In the 197 pound weight class, senior Brandon Vote Kelly, ranked fi rst in K.elly, online ranked nrst m@tJthe nation, now won a crucial match over Kevin Ruff by www www.coachoftheyear.com coachoftheyear h 1:20 com hnic,,i 1 fall fa 11 u,ith 1fth ·70 left Jpft in in the thP thi technical with third. Kelly’s match gave the Colonel wrestlers a 17-12 lead over the Spartans. (9/23) Wilkes 30 FDU-Florham 16 Wilkes quarterback Al Karaffa went 10-16 for 129 yards and 3 touchdowns. (10/21) Wilkes 17 Moravian 0 Kyle Follweiler led Wilkes defensively with 10 tackles, with Tyler Henninger adding nine tackles, and two sacks (10/28) Wilkes 30 Albright 6 Wilkes (10/7) Wilkes 37 Lycoming amassed 383 yards in total offense, rushing for 192 yards and throwing for 191 yards. behind win Widener 7 The Wilkes defense held the Lycoming to only 120 yards. (9/16) Wilkes 14 Delaware Valley 7 (OT) Tight end Matt Pizarro hauled in a 25yard touchdown toss from Al Karaffa in the first overtime, and the Wilkes defense held Delaware Valley College on (10/14) Wilkes 13 Lebanon Valley 10 Wilkes quarterback Al Karaffa went 17of-23 through the air for 229 yards. Senior Keith Altierly lost a 12-2 major decision to Luke Panizzi in the 285 pound weight class. Despite a loss in the final bout, the Colonel wrestling team proved victorious with a 17-16 win over York College. Head wrestling coach Jon Laudenslager was happy with the performance of the Colonel wrestlers, who responded well under pressure in their first match of the season. He explained, “It [the match] was back and forth. It was very intense.” Laudenslager added the win by Lenio in the 174 pound weight class and the technical fall by Kelly 14 straight winning seasons and with six MAC championships under his belt. Alongside Rickrode is Mike Farrelly who is a Saint Joseph graduate, and will look to make a positive contribution as he starts his first season as the Colonels assistant coach. Dave Mullaney finalizes the coaching staff, and will return for his second year as an assistant coach. Rider University finished last season with a record of 8-20, which includes losses to NCAA tournament teams such as Villanova University, and placed an awful 4-14 con- over University. w h o tackles infor a lose. will travel up to cross- downs to secure the victory. (11/4) Wilkes 35 Susquehanna 7 Senior Tom Andreopoulos rushed for 186 yards and three touchdowns. Photos taken by Todd Weibel BASKETBALL from PAGE 20 ference record in the MAAC. The Rider Broncs averaged a total of 70 points last season, while the Colonels tallied 72 points per contest. Thus, the exhibition game should prove interesting, because the newest member of Rider’s coaching staff is a former member of the Colonels coaching staff, Mike Witcoskie. “I’m excited about this season, because I enjoy working with the guys, and they have pretty good commaraderie,” said Rickrode. The Colonels march into exhibition this Saturday and whether they win or lose it doesn’t count. So in that case, “It’s all good.” �SPORTS 18 NOVEMBER 6, 2006 Commentary G AME OF THE WEEK New Orleans Saints vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Resurgent Saints march into Steeltown Double Take BY TIM SEIGFRIED Beacon Asst. Sports Editor It’s been a rough year for Ben Roethlisberger. It started off with a bang, as Big Ben, in his second full season, became the youngest quarterback in NFL history to win a Super Bowl. Then things went downhill. On June 12, Roethlisberger was involved in an accident in Pittsburgh, when his motorcycle collided with a moving vehicle, sending him over the handlebars and headfirst into the windshield of the car. Despite the fact that he wasn’t wearing a helmet, Roethlisberger only sustained a broken jaw and several facial lacerations. Roethlisberger healed, and was set to start the season for the Steelers, but suffered another setback when he was had to undergo an emergency appendectomy on September 3, just four days prior to the season opener. Big Ben once again returned to duty on September 18, but was less than stellar. Over his next three games he would throw seven interceptions and no touchdowns, resulting in a 1-3 record for the defending champs. He would return to form over the next two weeks, throwing for a combined 476 yards and 5 touchdowns. However, he would suffer a concussion at the hands of the Atlanta Falcons on October 22, and despite still being injured, was suited up to play in week 8 against Oakland; a game that resulted in a 20-13 loss that had only 1 touchdown and 4 interceptions for Roethlisberger. Needless to say, it’s been a rough few weeks. Ben and company look to change all that in week 10, as they take on the visiting New Orleans Saints, a team that is continuing to surprise everyone nearly halfway through the season. The Saints have not been without their troubles too, as they spent the entire last season without a home field; the Superdome having been closed down due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina. But it’s a new year, and the Superdome is up and running, and full of life (and fans), due in part to the signing of Heisman Trophy winner Reggie Bush, who was arguably the most sought after player in this year’s draft. Bush, in his first season in the NFL, has shown some success so far by rushing just over 30 yards per game. He hasn’t blossomed into the offensive weapon that he was in college, but it’s only a matter of time before the opposing teams find out what they missed out on. Ultimately, the deciding factor of this contest might just come down to the starting quarterbacks. Saint’s QB Drew Brees is having a good year, having already thrown for 11 touchdowns and nearly 2000 yards in only seven games. He has been helped out by veteran running back Deuce McAllister, who is averaging over 60 yards per game on the ground, while still proving to be a target out of the backfield for Brees’ assault through the air. The real star receiver, however, is Joe Horn, whose 16.9 yards per reception is among the leaders in the NFC. On the other side of the ball, New Orleans will look to its defense to shut down the sluggish offense of the Steelers. The Saints’ defense, while not spectacular, is second in the NFC in passing yards per game, holding teams to only 184.7 yards through the air so far in the season. If Pittsburgh is going to win this game, several things are going to have to fall into place. The first, and most important of which is Roethlisberger, who needs to snap out of the funk he has been in since week two. He needs to rely on his receivers, specifically Hines Ward to come up with the big plays. Pittsburgh’s running game, led by Willie Parker, will need to take the pressure off of the passing game and get those important yards on the ground so as to establish the running game early on. Parker has been successful in doing so thus far, averaging just over 80 yards per game while taking it to the end zone 5 times. Regardless of how good the offense is, the Steelers still need to shut down the offense of the Saints, which is 5th in the NFC in yards per game. Pittsburgh will look to linebacker Joey Porter, best known for his aggressive offfield demeanor and safety Troy Polamalu, best known for his hair, to shut down the prolific passing game of the Saints, which so far has lit up teams for over 250 yards per game through the air. When it comes down to it, however, this game will be a match up between two young and talented quarterbacks, who are both having vastly different years. Brees has been the better of the two so far, using his talented offense of young players and veteran experience to lead the Saints to one of the best records in the NFC South. Roethlisberger has been a riddle so far, and at times it feels like he has forgotten his last two memorable seasons. His key to victory comes in relying on his instinct and talent to guide the offense. The Steelers will need a win against the Saints in order to stay alive in the playoff hunt, and a loss t h i s week could cost Roethlisberger his job as starting quarterback, but more importantly, it could cost the Steelers a shot at repeating. The pick: New Orleans: 37 Pittsburgh: 20 Andee examines the stats that truly matter... BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Asst. Opinion Editor Normally, I’d never chose New Orleans for anything, but I have to say they have my vote for the “Game of the Week.” I just think that those who are routing for Pittsburgh are of another planet. I really don’t know anything about football. I don’t know a thing about baseball, soccer, or hockey either, but I do know a few things about class. I am one classy individual. My version of “dressing down” is putting on a pair of jeans and flats. Never would I leave the house in any type of “team” attire and sweat pants, because I, while I am not racist or prejudiced, am extremely classist. Yes, classist. If you look like a hobo, I hate you. I remember back to my days of living in the small town of Old Forge Pennsylvania. Every trash basket I saw wore Pittsburgh Steelers catour. I’m talking ugly black jackets with that terrible trashy logo, and dirty; dirty disgusting filth covered jackets they’d prance around proudly displaying. Normally, they’d be compensating for their lack of teeth with their heavy NFL Pittsburgh Steelers jackets, and that made matters worse. Clearly we admire those most like us, and if the Steelers are anything like those who display their merchandise, they’re trashy, unprofessional hobos, and they’re not worthy of winning the Game of the Week. �NOVEMBER 6, 2006 Athlete of the Week: Al Karaffa BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor It is a shotgun formation for Karaffa and his offensive line. He has one receiver to either side. He takes the snap, steps back, looks way down field, throws, and it is caught for a 30 yard pass play. If you haven’t been to Wilkes football anytime during the past two seasons, you might not be familiar with a call like that, but junior starting quarterback Al Karaffa is right in the middle of those heart pounding plays that proves why Karaffa has rightfully earned the title of The Beacon’s Athlete of the Week. Since he assumed the starting quarterback position, Karaffa has raked in a regular season record of 21-3, which includes a winning streak dating back to last season of 16 straight wins. “He [Karaffa] has helped us to win football games by raising the level of his game,” said head football coach Frank Sheptock. Karaffa’s tremendous athletic and offensive abilities have been evident throughout the season, including Saturday’s 35-7 win SPORTS over the visiting Susquehanna Crusader’s. Karaffa went 12-22 for 166 yards. This though is not the only skill that Karaffa has. “The biggest thing for me is the leadership. Keeping my head up throughout the game and trying to fight through even the tough times is what keeps the rest of the team playing hard,” said junior Karaffa about his performance and importance to the team. Sheptock also added that “Karaffa is very versitle and handles his position of leadership well.” This versitility that Sheptock mentioned was clear to the crowd at Ralston Field when Karaffa ran 13 yards for a key first down and then took the ball another three yards into the endzone for a touchdown last Saturday. Karaffa will have his final 2006 regular season appearance this coming Saturday as he and the rest of the Colonels football team take on the King’s College Monarchs at King’s for the annual Mayor’s Cup beginning at 12:30 p.m. 19 The Beacon/Todd Weibel Junior goalkeeper, TJ Baloga saves a shot on goal in the Colonels Freedom Conference semi-final matchup against DeSales. Baloga finished with two saves in the game. WEEKEND RECAPS Wrestling The 18th-ranked Wilkes University wrestling team opened their 2006-07 season by squeezing out a 17-16 win over 14th-ranked York College on Saturday night in the Marts Center. The Colonels jumped out to a 6-0 lead by winning each of the first two matches. Felipe Queiroz, ranked second in the nation at 125 pounds, opened the match with an 8-3 decision over Kyle Flickinger to give Wilkes a 3-0 advantage. Football Senior Tom Andreopoulos rushed for 186 yards and three touchdowns to lead 8th-ranked Wilkes University to their first Middle Atlantic Conference championship since 1993 with a 35-7 win over Susquehanna University on Saturday afternoon at Ralston Field. The Colonels improve to an overall record of 9-0, and 8-0 in the conference. Quarterback Al Karaffa put on a great performance by burning the Crusaders for 166 passing yards and a touchdown on the side. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Junior quarterback Al Karaffa gets ready to make a pass downfield. 12 Number of wins by the Colonels men’s soccer team. The Colonels ended their season with a heartbreaking playoff loss to DeSales. NUMBERS OF THE WEEK 17 Points scored by the Colonels wrestling team as they sneak out a win against 14th ranked York College. 392 Total offensive yards by the Colonels football team on Saturday, crushing the Susquehanna Crusaders 35-7. 9 Number of saves by Liz Pauly in the Lady Colonel’s Freedom Conference playoff lost to University of Scranton. �Sports NOVEMBER 6, 2006 20 Preview of the Week: Men’s Basketball vs. Rider The Colonels will start the season with a huge exhibition game BY CARLTON HOLMES Beacon Asst. Sports Editor As the seasons change, so, too, do the sports. With the approaching winter season, the men shooting for hoops will be back on the court. Basketball has returned and the Colonels begin this season with a huge exhibition game against Rider University on Saturday November 11. Junior shooting guard Jeremy “the cable guy” Kable from Harrisburg, PA believes, “Playing Rider will benefit us because they are a bigger and stronger team. Anytime you get the chance to play a bigger and stronger team it prepares you for conference play, because no one in our conference will be as good as Rider.” Last season the Colonels made it all the way to the MAC cham- All Week *Beyond Recognition, Sordoni Art Gallery Monday 11/6 *Women’s Health Night, Health Services Evans Hall - 4:00 p.m. Tuesday 11/7 *Personarcards, HSC Roth Concourse - 11:00 a.m. *Guest speaker Peter D. Shelp, Old bookstore HSC - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday 11/8 pionship after beating the rivals from down the street at their own King’s College gym. The Colonels were one game away from the big ring that all players want on their finger, but Scranton University had other plans, sneaking by the Colonels in a nail-biter 64-63 outing. Scranton’s gym was filled to capacity, rowdy fans screaming, and the third seeded Colonels still managed to offer a valiant effort in the game. But all of that was last season, and as the legendary MC Hammer would say, “It’s all good.” Why? Because it’s a new season, new team, new attitude and the Colonels are back with a team that everybody around the league should watch out for. The Colonels come into the game with seven returning players and seven new faces, and are making strides to a better team by playing Rider University, a division I program. The difference between the athleticism, talent and size just does not add up. But this plays to the Colonels favor, because after playing the beast from a higher division, teams from the MAC conference should pose far less of a challenge. “I think this would be a good experience for the guys to play against a division I team, and it should be a good atmosphere. I don’t think we will play anybody during the season that will be of their athleticism and size, which will benefit us,” said head men’s basketball coach Jerry Rickrode. Rickrode is returning for his fifteenth season as the Colonels head coach, and has an impressive resume with 278 wins and only 96 loses. He has led the Colonels to See BASKETBALL page 17 The Beacon Archives Senior captain Dan Adams will look to help guide his team to victory against Rider University. Find this Picture on Campus and... WIN CASH Tournament - 11:00 a.m. Thursday 11/9 *Football @ King’s *The Incredible Boris 12:30 p.m. Hypnotist, HSC Ball- *Men’s basketball @ Rider - 7:00 p.m. room - 9:00 p.m. *Cinderella, DDD - 8:00 Friday 11/10 p.m. *53rd Annaul Tax Clinic, HSC - 8:00 a.m. Sunday 11/12 *Cinderella, DDD - 8:00 *Cinderella, DDD - 2:00 p.m. p.m. *Sidhu School OutSaturday 11/11 standing Leaders Forum *Open House for Future Presents Rudy Giulani, Students, Entire campus F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts - 9:00 a.m. *Wrestling @ King’s 8:00 p.m. *No events scheduled. This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University’s campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put “Campus Picture” as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $10 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. Congratulations to Paran Mukhija who correctly identified last week’s secret shot which was of the back door of Weckesser. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 November 6th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 November 6 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/378376f8bf32e6adcc0473e9c3b65c9a.pdf 72b97f07cc86550f5446a04e23dbff2a PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA The THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Volume 59 Issue 9 www.wilkesbeacon.com NOVEMBER 13, 2006 Giuliani drops by Diamond City on heels of election BY CURRAN DOBSON Beacon Editor-in-Chief On the heels of the recent elections, legendary New York City mayor and former Time Man of the Year paid a visit to the diamond city last night, speaking at Wilkes University’s Outstanding Leaders Forum held in the F.M. Kirby Center. In the Reading Room of the Westmoreland Club prior to his speech, Guiliani answered reporters’ questions at a press conference. With rumors flying of his potential Republican candidacy for president in 2008, Guiliani stated that Americans need to first focus on the results of this election before concerning themselves with the presidential election. Guiliani touched upon the recent election results of the Democrats winning the Senate by one vote. He commented that exit polls show that three issues were of paramount importance to Americans during the 2006 midterm elections: the economy, corruption in government and the war in Iraq. “Maybe the pervading issue was that things are not getting done in Washington,” Guiliani said. However, Guiliani stated that he doesn’t see this year’s election as redefining anything. Instead, he said that “the American people want cooperation. I don’t think the American people are highly partisan Democrats or Republicans. I think the American people are basically practical people that want results.” See GUILIANI page 4 The Beacon/Andrew Seaman Former New York City major Rudy Giuliani was in town Sunday to discuss the recent election, the war in Iraq and the immigration issue. Preliminary plans suggest overhaul of HSC, Rifkin Student ideas and input are strongly encouraged BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. News Editor “Rifkin may not be the same place it is today.” Chris Bailey, Director of Campus Support, suggested with the above statement that preliminary plans to rennovate the Henry Student Center (HSC), including a redesign of Rifkin Cafe, are currently being discussed. “Einstein Bros. Bagels is moving in to the University Center on Main and [will be] a food outlet from early morning until early afternoon. The bookstore has moved out and vacated space. These two events [have created] an opportunity to engage students to help determine what is the best use for student activities,” said Bailey. Bailey commented, “You do not want to cannibalize and build internal competition [between Rifkin Cafe and Einstein Bros Bagels]. There will now be another food outlet besides Rifkin in the HSC.” With the thought of competition looming and plenty of vacated space to use, a committee of administration and students has been created to develop rennovation ideas for the HSC. Redesign concepts for Rifkin Cafe are now in the early stages of negotiation. However, one proposal has begun to stand out. “The thought [for Rifkin Cafe] was more of a convience store combined with a takeout food outlet, including such things as bags of chips, frozen dinners, yogurt and packaged food,” said Bailey. “[We also want] to provide a convience store since we do not have one close enough to campus.” Scott Byers, Vice President of Finance Support Operations, said, “We are interested in the concept of the convience store as part of Rifkin Cafe based on our understanding of students’ needs, but nothing more than that at this point.” Bailey explained that tours to other campuses with convience stores, including King’s College who just recently opened one of their own, will be set up. “Convience stores have done extremely well on other campuses... There may or may not still be a sit-down area, but you will still be able to get sandwiches... We want to See RIFKIN page 5 In This Issue... Rosie Page 8 Home Sweet Home P a g e Veddy Nice!! 10 Page 14 Index News................................1-5 Opinion.............................6-8 Features.........................9-11 Arts & Entertainment....12-15 Sports...........................16-20 �NEWS Election troubles Mentoring program NOVEMBER 13, 2006 3 4 2 Biology department explores cancer and IBD link BY NICK PODOLAK Beacon News Editor If you are over the age of 50, you may be at risk to develop colorectal cancer and not even be aware of it. The most diagnosed cancer in northeastern Pennsylvania has become the second leading cause of death in the United States, and no cure seems to be on the horizon. “Everyone’s susceptible to cancer,” said Dr. Linda Gutierrez. “Nobody’s free.” However, Gutierrez’s team of biology students are hard at work trying to find an association between ecolitis (inflammation of the colon) and colorectal cancer by studying mice that have been induced with an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) through dextran sodium sulfate (DSS) placed in their water intake. “We are treating and injecting mice to see how these drugs can in some way ameliorate or decrease the clinical and pathological findings of the research,” Gutierrez said. The two sets of mice, one deficient in the protein Thrombospodin 1 (which is related to inflammation), are being studied to see if the protein can in some way hinder or promote the development of cancer. “The idea is to study induced inflammatory bowel disease in wild-type mice and mice deficient for thrombospodin production to see what differences there are and thereby to get an idea of how thrombospodin may be involved,” said associate biology professor Kenneth Pidcock. There are two main types of IBD’s that can lead to colon cancer---ulcerative colitis (UC) and the more serious Crohn’s disease, which unlike UC can spread down the entire gastrointestinal tract. The project hits home for senior pathology major Nolly Nash, whose father suffers from Crohn’s disease. “I am very motivated and excited about the project. I think if we can obtain solid evidence to support our hypothesis with respect to thrombospodin 1 and its reaction with the growth factors in Ulcerative colitis, then this will be a great leap in the fight against IBD,” Nash said. Though Dr. Pidcock finds it unlikely that there will ever be a cure for cancer, he does see improve- ments in the next 20 years. “A diagnosis of most cancers will not seem as dreadful as it seems today, most assuredly,” he said. “Cancer patients with most forms of cancer live longer today than they would have 20 years ago, and this trend will continue.” Colorectal cancer rate in northeastern Pennsylvania remains about 20% higher than the rest of the state and the entire US average. Gutierrez advised exercising regularly, cutting out smoking, reducing calorie intake and receiving a colonoscopy every five years if over the age of 50. Some of Gutierrez’s students will present their research via two posters at the Advances in Inflammatory Bowel Disease event held in Miami Beach on December 13. “I just want to express, in behalf of the entire faculty in biology, deep gratitude for what Dr. Gutierrez has brought to our department. She has proven to be an outstanding mentor, and because mentorship is what Wilkes is all about, we couldn’t be more thrilled,” Pidcock said. Courtesy of Dr. Linda Gutierrez Amit Sharma will be one of the students presenting at the Advances in Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Miami December 1 through 3. B E ACON Serving the community through fair and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers. 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River St. First Floor, Conyngham Hall, Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �NEWS NOVEMBER 13, 2006 3 Does the individual vote really count? New electronic voting machines put to the test nationwide BY ANDREW SEAMAN Beacon Asst. News Editor In Colorado, thousands of voters waited in line for hours because of a server crash. Tennessee saw similar problems. Voters in New Jersey, Florida and Texas reported computer programming problems, causing some votes to be counted for the opposite candidate. In several states, poll operators did not know how to use the new electronic voting However, the American public was assured that the voting systems worked exactly as they should and no errors corrupted the political process. Jackie Butwinski, a freshman at Wilkes said, “I don’t see a problem with the electronic system of voting. After the Florida recount (in 2000), I’d rather have everyone just push a button. That situation was just ridiculous.” With all of the investment in new machines, the chances are that they will be around for a while. Some of the electronic voting machines Election Results D Carney machines, which caused delays in voting. All together over 16,000 complaints about voting were filed with Common Cause, a group that describes itself “as a vehicle for citizens to make their voices heard in the political process.” According to the Common Cause website, http://www.getitstraightby2008.com, the group is leading the charge for voting reform for the 2008 presidential election, because “2006 is the third election in a row shadowed by questions about the integrity of voting machines, something most Americans never dreamed could happen.” According to reports from Common Cause, problems were not generally attributed to voter error or lack of skill with the machines themselves. Nationally, reports point the finger at poll workers who were uneducated in the new system and voter identification laws. Luckily, throughout Luzerne County there were no major incidents with the voting process. In Luzerne County, the Commissioners sent out flyers, created a training video, appeared in commercials and set up demonstrations to familiarize voters with their new, iVotronic system. This planning seemed to pay off. Unfortunately, that did not stop Republicans, who lost both the House of Representatives and the Senate, from crying “foul.” When reports started to come in that people were complaining that their votes were cast for the wrong person, Republicans saw it as their chance to contest some election results. WIN R Sherwood * D Kanjorski * The most basic of democratic principles is that all eligible votes are counted. Yet the past three elections have sapped voters’ confidence in electronic voting machines and the integrity of our voting process. 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Sundance Vacations Inc -Sports/ Event Marketing! -Flexible Schedule -Weekends & nights a must -GREAT PAY! $100 to $200/day -Transportation a plus Public interaction marketing at various events in your area CALL NOW! 1-800-233-1613 �NOVEMBER 13, 2006 NEWS 4 Wilkes mentoring program promotes small school feel Focus on learning and individual needs paramount BY JEANNE STAPLETON Beacon Correspondent Wilkes University has always prided itself on the close relationships that small classes and one on one relationships could offer to their students. With the institution of the new e-mentoring program, the University hopes to offer just another advantage for students to make Wilkes the most memorable experience of their educational careers. Student-to-student as well as faculty-to-student mentoring projects have long been a defining feature of Wilkes University. But now, mentoring grants are helping students and faculty to concretely define the nature of mentoring at Wilkes. According to the Wilkes University website, “The Mentoring Task Force will be responsible for evaluating proposals and distributing grant funds to members of the Wilkes community.” The task force encourages departments to submit proposals that will further the mentoring concept and create new opportunities for mentoring at Wilkes. “We want to become a place where mentoring happens more and more effectively in how we interact as a community, student-to-student, faculty-to-faculty and faculty-to-student,” said President Tim Gilmour. According to Paul Adams, Vice President of Student Affairs, the University Operating Budget allotted $400,000 for the institution of the e-mentoring program. Many different programs benefit from these funds. Each of the six academic departments receives funds based on a major stipend per student. Approximately each academic department received $6,000. The funds can be used at the departments’ discretion, for example to host pizza parties or department picnics; however, they must be used in such a way to promote mentoring relationships. Other programs, such as the Freshman Foundations classes, receive funds used for upperclassman to come in and assist with the Freshman Foundations classes. Also funds cern of Guiliani’s. He said that “the goal in Iraq has to be an accountable government that reduces significantly the possibility of terrorism in the Middle East as opposed to one that is in chaos that promotes terrorism.” Guiliani states that we must remain steadfast in our goal to prevent terrorism from finding its way to the United States. Directly following the war in Iraq as an important issue in America is illegal im- are allocated for undergraduate research, which the chemistry and biology Departments were able to take advantage of over this past summer. These are just some of the many programs that are receiving funds from this e-mentoring program. Requests for funding mentoring programs will be considered from university departments and official campus organizations. According to the Wilkes University website, “The Mentoring Task Force is most interested in funding initiatives that encourage learning through mentoring relationships and that first and foremost focus on the developmental needs of the individual; secondly those that build better learning relationships and lastly to create seamless support systems.” Gilmour believes that the mentoring program will help students and faculty develop themselves further. “I believe that the closer relationship between students and faculty creates a stronger learning environment which in turn creates a greater depth of enrichment and value. The more connection we can offer, scope so big, so large, that we can’t concentrate on the dangerous people. I have great respect for the people who just crack down from FRONT PAGE on immigrants, but they don’t realize that Most importantly, he advised the Repubif they just do that, they’re going to make lican party with, “You have to go back to things more dangerous,” Guiliani said. your principles and figure out how you react Lastly, Guiliani addressed youth votto something like this…You have to take a ers. At a focus group of eligible voters belook at your principles and say what can we tween the ages of 18 and 24 recently held do better. We could do a better job of reat Wilkes, students said they were turned ducing spending, off from voting bereducing governcause politicians do ment…dealing Wilkes University uses the leadership principles that I’m very not spend the time with corruption.” to talk about issues Guiliani ex- familiar with, the whole idea of understanding that leadership that concern them. pressed a need to requires a combination of ideas and practicality, and it requires When asked what turn away from study….so that you develop strong ideas and people that have advice he would politics for a a sense of optimism and a sense of how to get things done and give politicians to time, however. “I ensure that they think the Ameri- teamwork. spend time talking - Rudi Guiliani can people need about the issues that relaxation from concern students politics. That’s and youth voters in all we’ve been doing now, politics, politics, migration. “I happen to be a proponent of the upcoming 2008 presidenpolitics,” Guiliani said. a balanced approach to illegal immigra- tial election, Guiliani stated, Instead, Guiliani focused on issues that tion. I think we have to have strict security “Political leaders and candiare important to Americans, such as lead- at the border, much stricter than we have, dates for office should reach ership, the war in Iraq, illegal immigration considerably more border patrol, consid- out to young people, try to get and getting the youth involved in voting. erably more technology, we need to know them involved in their camThe topic for his speech was, “Leadership everybody that is in the United States and paigns. They are more open in difficult times,” and Guiliani gave advice be able to identify them, “ Guiliani said. to a different set of ideas than to local mayors that “running a city is like He believes that allowing people into this they were in the past. I even running a business. There’s no Democratic country that are not dangerous makes more notice on some campuses that or Republican way to pick up the garbage,” sense. Guiliani feels that keeping all immi- the students seem to display a Guiliani said. grants out creates an underground for those broader cross section of ideas America’s safety was also a prime con- that are dangerous. “Now we’re making the than sometimes the faculty. GIULIANI the stronger the relationship and learning,” says Paul Adams Vice President of Student Affairs Michalene Davis, senior psychology major, is a volunteer mentor for incoming psychology students. She said, “Personally I absolutely love it. I think it’s really helpful for the incoming freshmen because they’re getting things they wouldn’t normally get. I know I wish I had one when I was a freshman.” Many students learn a lot from the mentoring process. Gilmour said, “Students should be entering with the idea that they should be looking for a mentor and we need to give them the tools to be a good mentor. Often the person who is doing the mentoring learns the most.” With grant proposals in place and students learning how to support one another, it is clear that mentoring is a concept that will remain in the Wilkes community for some time. “We all need the opportunity to mentor and be mentored,” said Gilmour. “It doesn’t stop.” I’m very impressed with the students.” Guiliani also said, “Wilkes University uses the leadership principles that I’m very familiar with, the whole idea of understanding that leadership requires a combination of ideas and practicality, and it requires study….so that you develop strong ideas and people that have a sense of optimism and a sense of how to get things done and teamwork.” �NOVEMBER 13, 2006 RIFKIN from FRONT PAGE provide as many services without duplication,” said Bailey. Bailey made it clear that the convience store is only one suggestion and that the group is open to more concepts because “Rifkin Cafe will change.” Byers added, “Based on our experience and knowledge we can help by listening and formulate the needs of students into a food concept based on today needs while considering future needs and flexibility for modification.” “Rifkin Cafe is trying to do some convience items now, but is not doing it the right way. We want to do something the students will benefit from,” said Bailey. Dave Sborz, sophomore political science major and a member of the rennovation committee, said, “We are going to accomodate Rifkin Cafe so that we have more sufficent space, which may include a convience store. From a student’s standpoint, I think we can get enough people into Einstein Bros. Bagels from the community. The HSC is for the students and we do not want to lose sight of why the students go there.” Along with proposed changes for Rifkin Cafe, other areas of the HSC are also being considered for rennovation. “There are a lot of concepts that have been tossed out there, including a 24 hour study area, another 24 hour computer lab and an expanded student lounge,” said Bailey. There are also suggestions to look at the Miller Conference Room, the second floor ballroom and the mailroom, along with making use of the patio out front as another eating area. Bailey suggested, “The mailroom serves its purpose, but we do want to revisit the area. By taking it out, it gives more space- possibly turning it into another ballroom or connecting it to the Miller Conference Room... The mailroom would be configured somewhere else in the HSC. The actual operation of the mailroom does not need that much space, but it needs to be put in a place where the boxes are easily accessible to NEWS students.” “The HSC is a convience issue, but we do have to realize that the geographic distribution of students is going to change once students are completely in the University Towers and the [dormitory area] of Stark Learning Center is built,” said Bailey. Bailey added, “I would hope Student Government opens up meetings to outside students to foster input and engage others. There will also be some open forum discussions for the redesigned space. Right now, everything is very preliminary.” “I would hope that we could conclude our process by February so that needs can be considered in the annual budget process and, if approved, schedule renovation for summer 2007,” said Byers. While the expected rennovations have some excited, there are also those who feel the changes are unnecessary and that the money can be used for the better. Tony Scerbo, junior pharmaceutical science major, expressed his anger. “The HSC was just built in the 90’s. There are buildings such 5 The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Workers at Rifkin may see a change, depending on the outcome of research on and interest in the renovation of the HSC. as Stark Learning Center and other dorms that need to be rennovated first.” Scerbo has taken his frustration with the university and organized a peaceful “White Out Day” protest scheduled for Tuesday, November 14 in the greenway. The protest will cover issues such as the rennovations, greenway expansion, parking and the One Stop Shop. Anyone wishing to participate is asked to wear a piece of tape over their mouth to exemplify voices not being heard. Scerbo added, “I feel that right now, it is mostly administration saying ‘this is what we are going to do’. These are excellent things that need to be done on campus, but the way the administration is going about it needs to be focused on students and faculty input, as well.” Date Rape Drugs: What you need to know You’ve heard about them on the news—young women being sexually assaulted after drugs have been slipped in their drinks. What exactly are “Roofies” and GHB? And how can you protect yourself? What are they? Rohypnol, known on the street as “Roofies,” and Gamma hydroxy butryic acid, known as GHB or liquid ecstasy, are depressants that can cause dizziness, disorientation, loss of inhibition, memory blackouts, and loss of consciousness when mixed with alcohol. Both are odorless, colorless, and tasteless, so you may not even realize it if someone slips one of these substances into your drink. Because they may cause you to pass out, ingesting them may put you at risk for sexual assault. How can you protect yourself? Don’t put your drink down. If your drink is out of sight, even for a few minutes, don’t finish it. Get yourself a new one. Don’t accept an open drink from anyone. If you order a drink in a bar, make sure you watch the bartender open the bottle or mix your drink. Avoid punch bowls. With Roofies and GHB in circulation, you can’t be sure what’s in the punch, so think twice before you partake. Make a pact with your friends to watch out for each other, and spread the word about these “Date-rape drugs” to everyone you know. If you think you may have been given Roofies or GHB, immediately go to the emergency room and ask for a urine screening test. Though traces of the drug may still appear up to 72 hours after ingestion (depending on dosage, and individual metabolism) the chances of getting proof are best when the sample is obtained quickly. In the event of event that you are sexually assaulted after you were unknowingly given one of these drugs, the results of this test could provide incriminating evidence against your attacker. -Sponsored by Health Services http://www.factsontap.org/factsontap/risky/date_rape_drugs.htm �Opinion NOVEMBER 13, 2006 6 Listen to the viewers! Views on “The View” Your Voices \. Misdeeds among the religious spark strong reaction Politicians more easily forgiven than religious leaders organized religion declining in America, it is not surprising that we may chalk the Haggard story Recently, Reverend Ted Hagup to just another church betrayal. gard stepped down from the ColoCurrent trends show a shift away rado Evangelical megachurch he from organized religion. Phrases had started in his basement twenty like, “spiritual, but not religious” years earlier. He was president of are becoming the norm among the National Association of Evanboth youth and adults. gelicals, an umbrella religious orA recent study conducted by ganization with over 30 million ReligiousTolerance.org indicates members. that only 27% of Americans rangA church internal investigation ing from ages 18-34 consider found him guilty of sexual misthemselves “religious” while 14% conduct. The minister has been acthink of themselves as “secular.” cused of paying a male prostitute That puts the rest of the 59% for sex and methamphetamine. somewhere in the “we’re not too The exact truth still remains hazy sure about anything” middle. but church officials have revealed Many young people have come that there was some admission of to mistrust organized religion as guilt from Haggard. a result of stories of dishonesty, The reverberations have been scandal and even child molestation. Though these remain valid reasons to be wary of any group, You have an OPINION generalizing about and we want to hear it} religion because of W am to expiess }DW" unique view:; to the Wilkes o:immun:i:l:y? the scandals The. B6acon '~ Opinion secti:in is so:iuring c-:llnpus in search of' that hit the writers with freili tmuglrl:s .and VEWS . airwaves seems unfair. Abuses make the news. Every day examples of religious efforts that aid communities do not. When hypocrisy exists in any other place, we are much more forgiving. For exIf }DU lia.ve any ideas, questi:ins or a s-:11Uple o:ilunm or editorial ample, when c.arloons, p1ease cOllf:act: politicians OPINION EDITOR: KRBT'VN <:)S.TMA.N, OR: live extravaAss.BTANT OPINION EDITOR: AN DEE SCARA.NTINO gently and t h a b aacon . opad@gma. il . corn pretend advocacy for BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD substantial. Haggard’s story raises some important questions: does power corrupt or do the corrupted find their way into positions of power? In addition, how have scandals like these affected our views of organized religion as a whole? Haggard is not the first Christian leader in America to face public scandal. The Jim and Tammy Faye Baker story of misdeed and misappropriations, the Catholic church sex abuse scandals, Pat Robertson’s call for assassination of Venezualan President Hugo Chavez...and many others serve as examples of human greed, excess and extravagence and are prevalent in American organized religion. With public participation in The Pen is Mightier ... 7 8 8 Beacon Poll Results The following are results of a poll that The Beacon conducted online this past week. The poll was unscientific, and does not claim to reflect the overall attitudes of students on campus. Results are based on 33 responses. the poor around election time, we tend to accept the appeals. Oh, Jib Jab will get in a few pointed jokes at their expense, and YouTube might offer some damning videos to the contrary, but for the most part, Americans tend to overlook the contradictions. We have to The Beacon asked: think too much otherwise. What is your biggest But when a church official steps relationship phobia? out of line people feel more personally offended because faith• Being cheated on - 21% -and its social representation--is • Committment - 18% such a personal component of • The break up - 15% lived experience. In most cases, • Other - 15% questions of faith are simply more • Sex - 12% personally felt than politics. • Clingy partner - 9% So does power corrupt? Is • Losing own it natural for a person who cataidentity - 3% pults to the top of the food chain • Meeting the family - 3% to make of glutton of him or her• Diseases/STDs - 3% self simply because it’s possible • Living together - 3% to do so? Having such an enormous amount of influence over the thoughts and opinions of an audience can create a situation Next Week’s Poll Question: where a person is likely to lose What is the most sensational control. People who desire power celebrity break up? put themselves in the position to have it, and there is no way to tell who is initially tainted and who is • Britney Spears incapable of controlling their ego and K-Fed once in power. This is true with • Brad Pitt and Jen Aniston any organization, not just reli• Carmen Elektra and gious ones. Dave Navarro We cannot always know where • Reese Witherspoon and dishonesty will come from. ObRyan Phillippe viously, it hurts more when it • Kate Hudson and originates from a place where we Chris Robinson are supposedly guaranteed safety • Whitney Houston and and understanding. Perhaps this Bobby Brown is why many Americans act like • Nicole Richie spurned lovers and completely and DJ AM turn away from religious organi• Nick Lachey and zations. Jessica Simpson One thing we can count on is • Richie Sambora and that the lies generally are revealed Heather Locklear in time, as with any organization • Other with individuals abusing their office. Religion is not for everyone, but if the public can forgive a politician for inappropriate conduct, it should also give the same Visit www.wilkesbeacon.com to break to religion in general and cast your vote. Results will only punish the individual who be published in next week’s committed the crime. issue of The Beacon. �NOVEMBER 13, 2006 OPINION 7 Unless it was my house, I really don’t care if it burned Broadcast local news affiliates need to start listening to their viewers BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Opinion Editor If it burned, rolled over or was undergoing construction, you can bet it was on your local news last night. They always say “if it sinks, it rises” to illustrate the importance of disaster coming first and foremost in a newscast. It’s not because disaster is necessarily important, but because disaster brings viewers, and with viewers come ratings. I could even take that a step further to say that with ratings come advertising revenue, and isn’t that what everyone wants? Of course it is. According to an article entitled “CNNABC: Putting the public last” in Electronic Media (11-4-2002), “…it’s a sign of a larger lamentable fact of life, that when broadcasters and cablecasters talk about the ‘news business,’ the operative word is business and ‘news’ is incidental. It’s kind of a nuisance to them, actually.” The problem begins when local news broadcast affiliates start to ignore the needs of the public to gain ratings, and I feel this is starting to happen in northeastern Pennsylvania. According to an article on local print journalism in Editor and Publisher entitled “Local News Content.” local news is very important, and should be treated as such. However, the examples of the importance of local news stemmed from what they called “The Local Touch,” where examples were given to illustrate how local news can bring national issues to a local level. More and more, studies find that people actually do want to be informed on the national level, and not bombarded with over-sensationalized fires and “tractor trailer rollovers on 81.” Still, local news affiliates scarcely pay attention. WNEP, WBRE and WYOU are the three local affiliates in the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area. Looking at their websites, WBRE added two new stories in a seven day period between Nov. 3rd and Nov. 10th, 2006. WYOU was a bit better, updating once daily with all the news headlines, and WNEP updated frequently, but the top three headlines on November 11th, 2006 were “Fire Destroys Landmark Building,” “Two fires in one day” and “Two killed in Union County Accident.” WOW! If I didn’t read those stories, I would have lived an un-informed life! I’ve had the pleasure of getting some real world insight into a newsroom throughout the past two months, and I can tell you that while they cover miscellaneous stories that they receive media alerts on, what they really want is for a building to burn or somebody to have a bullet wound to the chest so that they can lead with it. That is not news! If it’s my house, I know it burned. If it’s my neighbors’ house, I can see that it burned. I don’t need the news to tell twenty counties that it burned, because I can guarantee people in Lehighton (in our coverage area) really aren’t going to care. They’re not only not going to care, but they’re not going to care even more tomorrow morning when the story is aired for the fifth or sixth time. This is a not mild exaggeration I’m so famous for, but rather a sad truth in the industry. Taking you back into my “real world grade-A observing experience,” let’s go back to last week when the Democrats took not only the House of Representatives, but also the Senate. I remember reading breaking news when the jaws of skeptics all throughout the nation dropped as the Democrats took the Senate. It was pretty evident they might have taken the House, but the Senate was a whole different ball of wax. I happened to be in a newsroom at that time near a person listening for fires on three different scanners. “The Democrats took the Senate,” I said. The reply I got was, “Oh.” I thought it was a big deal, and I emphasized that. The person replied with something along the lines of their remembrance of the last time Democrats had control, and that it . ' . ._.-·f i~ z0 . ~1 , ....] ~ ' Iii wasn’t really a big deal. Funny that the person said that, because the New York Times decided to lead with it in days following. It clearly was important for the whole nation to read, but it wasn’t important for people in Wilkes-Barre. They didn’t need to know, or care. Let’s tell them about a fire. What we need is a morality check. Are we giving them what they need, or are we filling their eyes with sensationalized garbage? People care about fires, like the Country Junction fire that happened recently. That was a place where many local residents spent time. Naturally, they would care. However, if a little shack in Monroe county burns, nobody really cares about that. People want to be informed, and since broadcast television is still free, I believe broadcasters have a duty to inform the public about issues that they depend on their news stations to give them. They need to know national news, but more importantly, they need to know how it relates to them. They don’t need to know about a tractor trailer rollover with no traffic backups and no injuries. Maybe it’s time to start taking the public into consideration. �OPINION NOVEMBER 13, 2006 Views on The View from a casual observer YOUR VOICES Thanks for taking out the trash, PA Dear Editor: I enjoy reading Andee’s satirical rants, I really do. Her fuming humor always puts a smile on my face. In fact, when I read her last op-ed article, “New Jersey, please stop trying to save face with God” (November 6th, 2006), I couldn’t help but laugh at her obvious envy of the Garden State. It’s quite hilarious and entertaining. Now, don’t get me wrong. Before I make my point, I agree with her idealistic views on equality and separation of church and state. But that’s not the issue here, is it? The issue is New Jersey. Why would she, someone who’s obviously for gay marriage, attack New Jersey on the basis of their recent step toward her cause? As she herself said, “Gay couples [now] have the same marriage rights as heterosexual couples under the New Jersey state Supreme Court rules.” Last time I checked, this is a hell of a lot more than Pennsylvania has done. In fact, PA has done nothing at all! Besides, who cares if gay couples can legally title their bond as marriage? It’s only a title; an artificial word. Otherwise, gays now have all the same privileges as heterosexual married couples in NJ. But anyway, that’s beside the point. Like I said, gay marriage doesn’t concern me and it’s not the issue here. What really entertained me about her editorial is the fact that she holds such a typical grudge against New Jersey. As a lucky soul who was born and raised in beautiful New Jersey, I should really be offended, but it’s okay because I can see deep into her mind and soul, and I know the true core of her bitterness: jealousy. You see, I sympathize with the less fortunate, and I realize that if I was from another state, I’d be jealous of New Jersey too. After all, we are the state that has everything. And I do mean everything. New Jersey is simply more fun than Pennsylvania. Many a nights, you Pennsylvanians sit around looking for something to do, but seldom find any worthwhile activity. But in the promise land of New Jersey, you never run out of things to do. There’s so much culture, so much variety, so much character, so much everything. From the diners to the music to the food and beyond, there are endless activities. From the cities to the mountains to the countryside to the beach, Jersey has every type of desirable environment. Tourism is the second largest industry in the state. People flock from all across the world just to see our Statue of Liberty (yes, it is ours, not New York’s) and to sit on our beautiful shores. We have Giants, we have Jets, we have Nets, we have Devils. We’re a leading state in both industry and agriculture. We’re called the Garden State for a reason. Great things grow in New Jersey, and not just nationally renowned corn and tomatoes; I’m talking about brilliance all across the board. Baseball came from New Jersey. Scads of ground-breaking inventions have come from New Jersey: the motion picture camera, color TV, the LCD screen, not to mention the light bulb! Where would your Wilkes World be without New Jersey, Andee? We have the largest seaport in the U.S. If there was no New Jersey, the United States would suffocate and the economy would collapse. Not to mention, Great Adventure has much better rides than Dorney Park. I could really go on for hours… So if you’re sadly from another state and you feel jealousy or resentment towards the Garden State, feel free to throw 6 uA }\"-l...Y-e S ee~'J Yes ;. • l I '°' '.I_,, ~ 0p1 ~ ~oV\t\l c; o 8 BY TIM SEIGFRIED Beacon Asst. Sports Editor I was in the SUB recently enjoying a delicious Colonel Wrap from Rifkin(that’s right, only $5.49 gets you the wrap and a bag of Ruffles). I was there by myself, and so for company I turned to the television, which was showing The View. Yes, airing The View in the Rifkin makes sense, because there is nothing better to college students at 11 a.m. than watching three middle-aged women speak on pointless topics while Elisabeth Hasselbeck thinks to herself: “I was on Survivor, and this is what I won? I’ll take the fat, naked man, please.” Anyhow, congrats to Barbara & Co. for firing one outspoken loudmouth - Starr “Yes, I shamelessly plugged my wedding on television, even though it will end in divorce within two years” Jones, for another loudmouth - Rosie “Remember when I was popular?” O’Donnell. That move will really help get the ratings in the coveted 35-50 year old white female audience. It’s really only a matter of time before Rosie literally eats Elisabeth. I have it on good authority to know that they feed her a live goat during commercial breaks. Anyway, on the particular episode I caught in the Rifkin, the women had some “lifestyle any criticisms that you can. I don’t blame you. I’d be pissed too. Besides, there’s really nothing you can say to undermine the unyielding greatness of New Jersey. In fact, I wish I had this topic in Dr. Kinney’s Argumentation and Debate class because the blatant facts and logic are all there. New Jersey is a better place. It’s certainly something to think about while you’re pumping your own gas in the freezing cold. 1 k-1c. v-+ o¾ ~~(.;~ ,~ error: .. l ~jo1 q expert” on the show. What is that? Can you take that in college? Did he go to Tufts for a four-year degree in Lifestyle Management with a minor in Grilled Cheese Engineering? Seriously, all this guy did was show off all these convenient household products that you see on those infomercials--you know, that swivel head broom that doesn’t leave wet spots or that can opener that doesn’t leave sharp, jagged edges. It seems to me like the Lifestyle Management course requirements consist of nothing more than watching infomercials. In that moment, I thought about changing majors, and even took steps to do so, but the registrar’s office won’t return my calls. They said something about,“This is a serious institution” before hanging up. The point is, way too many people have “expert” somewhere in their title. Some are actually worthwhile - car experts, computer experts, etc. And some are just ludicrous - decorating expert, movie mistakes expert. I’ve been on this earth for 24 years, and I’ve been quite successful at it, meaning that I’m still alive - I’d say that qualifies me to be a lifestyle expert. I hate The View. I think I’ll call the registrar again. But don’t get me wrong, I like Pennsylvania, too. It’s nice here. And New Jersey really does owe PA a nice, big thanks. So, thanks, Pennsylvania. Thanks for being our dumpster and allowing us to fill your landfills with all of our garbage. If that’s not being a good neighbor, than I don’t know what is. Jim Feeney Telecommunications major, senior A Sight for Sore Eyes Aleksander Lapinski �FEATURES Wilkes-Barre Buildings Meditation NOVEMBER 13, 2006 10 11 9 Boris the Incredible Hypnotist makes entertainment his goal Both audience and Boris himself enjoy performance BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor With a stage name like the Incredible Boris, the hypnotist who recently visited Wilkes University seem destined for greatness. The Incredible Boris was born in Moscow, Russia and immigrated to Canada with his parents when he was just 10 years old. As a teenager, Boris read the new-age classic The Search For Bridey Murphy by Morey Bernstein, which is a true story about a hypnotist involved in a past life regression with a female subject. Excited about a fascinating subject, Boris has tried to read every book available on the subject of hypnosis, hypnotism, hypnotists and hypnotherapy. Early attempts at hypnotizing people were at parties where friends would provide the material and ideas that have evolved into what you see on stage today. Having continued with the education on the subject, at York University and the University of Toronto, Boris was provided training in the fields of psychology and computers. Even though the two fields do not appear to be related, computer and mind programming are very similar, providing logical outcomes to given instructions. Boris’s first professional engagement as a comedy hypnotist at the age of 17 gave him his start to a vast entertainment career that lead to worldwide performances from Amsterdam to Japan, across the USA and Canada. Having spent over 20 years entertaining, and performing close to 300 shows a year, Boris is a regular fixture in many settings - from theatres and night clubs to corporate functions and casino showrooms. The show is always a guaranteed success. The Beacon: How did you get into the hypnotist business? Boris: Curiosity. That is the best answer. I first read a book as a teenager and that got me into researching it. Most people do not bother doing the research but I went ahead and did the research. The Beacon: What do you find is the greatest part of your job as a hypnotist? Boris: The greatest part of my job is the fact that it is fun. In fact, it is not really a job. Anything you really enjoy in life isn’t a job. I am a self-described kid in a toy box. I enjoy putting smiles on people faces. The Beacon: What have been some of the moments that you have enjoyed the most in your career? Boris: Well, let me preface this by saying that I am a huge fan of Johnny Carson. Johnny, if he likes someone, gives them an okay sign. If he gave someone that sign, it transformed their job into a career. So, when I was on Carson’s show, I asked Howie to give me the okay sign if I was doing an alright job. Halfway through the show, I guess I was doing all right, because I got the sign from him and was also invited back a month later. The Beacon: What are the biggest misconceptions and rumors about being hypnotized? Boris: A lot of the time, it is disbelief at first. My job is not to always prove that hypnosis is real, but it is to entertain people. It is to put smiles on people’s faces. Hopefully I am doing it right. I try never to be the star of the show. I am simply just a director, and I let the people make the show. The Beacon: What, in your opinion, makes people more susceptible to being hypnotized than others? Boris: Anyone can be hypnotized. It is simply the ability to concentrate and follow suggestions. Everyone can go under. That is why hypnotists send people back to the audience. You can read body language and be able to tell how well the person is reacting to the suggestions. Even those that are sent back to their seats can go under. The Beacon: Do you ever use your skills to help people with quitting smoking or other things like that? Boris: I do over 300 shows per year so it is difficult for me to actually hold actual sessions for that. I have created a CD that does those kinds of things, though. The Beacon: How long does it take for the CD and these methods of hypnosis to start working and how long do they last? Boris: It is following suggestions that I give on the CD. For some people, it takes one session with the CD and for others it could take three sessions or more. 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All photos:The Beacon/Nora Jurasits �NOVEMBER 13, 2006 FEATURES 11 Meditation brings creativity and focus to Wilkes community BY ASHLEY GIBSON Beacon Correspondent Recently, some Wilkes University students have been discovering a new and entirely different sense of creativty on campus: Zen Meditation. Zen is a form of Mahayana Buddhism that places great importance on moment by moment awareness and seeing deeply into the nature of things by direct experience. Zen merged as a distinct school in China and spread to Vietnam, Korea, Japan and, in modern times, the rest of the world, according to Wikipedia. Dr. Mischelle Anthony, assistant professor of English at Wilkes said, “Zen meditation focuses on being present with wherever you are emotionally and physically...pausing and paying attention to your breath, whatever your situation, can change your response.” The Wilkes community practices a guided meditation under the direction of Dr. Linda Paul, professor of philosophy at Wilkes. “Dr. Paul uses a Vietnamese bell to begin and to change guide words,” said Anthony. She gave the example of a first set, which is: “Breathing in, I know I’m breathing in. Breathing out, I know I’m breathing out, in, •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• • •• •• •• • out.” During this time, people are encour• • aged to focus on words, parallel with their • • breaths so that they can practice focusing • • their minds. • • Anthony added, “Since the basis of Bud• • dhism is to minimize the suffering we cause • • in the world, both our own and others’, medi• • tation forces us to be with that, to not look • • past it or ignore what’s in front of us. It helps • • us to deal with our world as it is.” • • Both Anthony and Paul have been practic• • ing meditation on their own for quite some • • time now. Anthony, who classifies herself as • • a Buddhist evangelist, describes meditation • • as addictive and has noticed that she feels • • more grounded and less anxious after medi• • tation. • • Thus far, the first session has taken place • • with about 17 students, faculty and staff mem• • bers attending. Jamie Gwynn, a sophomore The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski • • political science/communications major who • Despite misconceptions that meditation can only be done by monks perched • plans on attending a future session said, “I • high atop foreign mountains, Wilkes students and faculty members hold medi- • think that the meditation sessions are a great • tation sessions in Kirby Hall, either in the salon or in other conference areas. • idea. It brings more diversity to campus in a • •pay• to• Wilkes.” • • • • • • • • • • • Zen • • meditation • • • •sessions • • • every • • Wednesday • •• • creative way.” He added, “It’s another way ready for students to open their minds to something Students, faculty and staff can practice from 4:45 to 5:15 in the Kirby Hall Salon. new and get more out of the money they al- AS A COLLEGE GRAD , YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR 2007 FJ CRUISER 2007 RAV4 2007 CAMRY HYBRID 2007 YARIS ANY NEW TOYOTA OF YOUR CHOICE* WWW.WINAYARISONLINE.COM† *NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. 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Even though it is close in proximity, according to its director, there is low student attendance at events, and few students get involved in the programs offered at the mansion. Is this due to lack of information or motivation? Or perhaps it’s fear of the unknown. Whatever the cause may be, Executive Director Karen Godwin extends an invitation to local students, noting, “My mansion is your mansion.” The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Designer Irina Krawitz is currently working on a collection of clothing aimed at college students and is one of the many artists at the mansion looking to attract more student attention. Arts YOUniverse has been open for just over a year, and the number of programs offered continues to grow. There are additional classes being developed, new artists renting workspace and a variety of public events. But Godwin still wishes to get local students involved in future projects. There is currently a large open area on the second floor of the mansion that is offered to rent out for events. “I would love to have arts events featuring Wilkes University students,” said Godwin. She would be willing to rent the space out for $20 an hour to performers or even clubs who might want to set up an event to raise money. Whether dancers, poets, actors or a band, Godwin is looking to offer student performers an “alternative performance space.” Another opportunity for student performers to get involved is with the Madness at the Mansion, which is usually held every four months. With this event, performers are paid. The next performance will be held on December 9, and past events have showcased a variety of talents such as stand-up-comedians, improvisational performers and solo music acts, among other things. For those students who would like to get involved, but are a bit shy about performing, volunteers are always needed for the event. There is still a need for four student volunteers, and each volunteer gets free admission to the event. Some of the individual artists in the mansion are looking to attract students as well. Designer Irina Krawitz is currently looking to cater to local students. “I just feel like I’m needed,” said Krawitz, who is currently working on designing a line of clothing for college students. She would like students to “be able to afford the beautiful things” and so she has plans to put on an express fashion show for students in the second week of December. Krawitz said that while most fashion shows are big and fancy, and for the rich, this show will feature the quick and affordable. Her show in December will be small and will offer just “a taste” of her designs, but she also plans a follow-up show sometime once students have returned from winter break. In addition to coordinated events, there are many classes offered at the mansion by the in-house artists. Since money is often an issue for college students, Godwin said she is considering offering a “half-price night” one day a week. Schedule of Events Tuesday, November 14 14 -Briefs, Arsenal Mayhem 1em and and Captain Captain Random performing at at Backstage Backstage at at 6 6 p.m. -The Let Go performing ng at at Slainte Slainte ,er 15 15 Wednesday, November -Film: The House of Sand ,and showing showing at at the FM Kirby Center at p.m. and at 11 p.m. and 7:30 7:30 p.m. -M-80 performing at the :he Woodlands Woodlands at at 10 p.m. Thursday, 16 Thursday, November Novem -Winona and Reason” -Winona Ladue Ladue “Myth "t,, lecture the HSC lecture in in the HSI ballroom at 7:30 p.m. p.lll. Friday, Friday, November Novembe: 17 -Wheatus, -Wheatus, House House of c Fools and the Morning at Backstage Morning Of Of performing perfc at p.m. at66 p.lll. -1120: -1120: 10 10 Years Years and an Counting, Livingston, The The ·Writing Birds, Auxilia Livingston, and and Motionless Motionless in i1 White performing at The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Executive Director Karen Godwin and designer Irina Krawitz, along with the other local artists at the mansion, are looking to include more student volunteers in upcoming events. Along with that, she discussed offering a weekly movie night which would cost no more than $3. And Godwin is open to any new ideas or requests. “All ideas are important, and everyone has them,” she said. If there is something that students want, that the mansion does not currently offer, she is willing to listen. Students interested in getting involved or looking to perform or volunteer at the upcoming Madness at the Mansion event should contact Kristin Nastansky at artsmadness@ aol.com. Any students or clubs looking to rent space can contact Kathleen Godwin at kathgodwin@epix.net. Also, students can keep informed about upcoming events such as the upcoming Irina Krawitz fashion show at www.artsyouniverse.com. Café Metropolis at 8 p.m. .Ill. -The Charlie Daniels Band performing md performing at the FM Kirby Centerrat at 88 p.m. p.m. -Boscoe and the Storm performing Jerforming at at the Woodlands at 10 p.m. .Ill. Saturday, November 188 -Cipher, Today I Fight and Myriad ndMyriad performing at Backstage ~e at at 66 p.m. p.m -Passion, Tetsuo, Catapult 1lt Rome Rome and and Blackjaw performing attt Café Cafe Metropolis at 8 p.m. -Dennis -Dennis DeYoung: DeYoung: The T Music of Styx at the the FM FM Kirby Kirby Center Cent, at 8 p.m. -Rodgers musical -Rodgers & & Hammersteins Halll1lle1 “Cinderella” the Darte Center at 8 "Cinderella" in in the l p.m. p.lll . -Boscoe -Boscoe and and the the Storm Stm performing at the the Woodlands Woodlands at at 10 11 p.m. Sunday, Sunday, November November 19 -The Holy Mess, -The Blackout Blackout Pact, Pact, The · Bourse Bourse and and Ike Ike Wit Wit performing at Café Metropolis Metropolis at at 77 p.m. p.rr �NOVEMBER 13, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 CD Review: Sparta’s Threes BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Features Editor Threes, released in late October, marks Sparta’s first full-length disc since 2004’s Porcelain, as well as the first release without former band member, Paul Hinojos, and the addition of Keeley Davis. The record was released by the band’s new label, Hollywood Records, after a break with former label, Geffen Records. After becoming attached to Sparta’s first full-length CD, Wiretap Scars, with its clear vision, despite being rough around the edges, and their most recent disc, Porcelain’s well-placed mix of smooth and raspy sounds, and its obviously planned order of songs, Threes seems somewhat scattered in both execution and track order. The album dabbles in some new vocal stylings, sounding as though they hope to stumble upon something they like, and finally establishing a steady sound with the last four tracks. The disc opens with “Untreatable Disease,” which, along with the next track, “Crawl,” is pretty comparable to previous songs recorded by Sparta. The energy is strong to begin the CD, but then leads into “Unstitch Your Mouth.” The third track slows things down, and hints at the progression vocalist Jim Ward is making to explore the use of smoother vocals versus his raspy screaming vocals, which make often appearances on the disc’s twelve tracks. Ward began dabbling with a smoother sound on Porcelain with such tracks as “While Oceana Sleeps,” and “Lines in Sand,” and because many of the songs were inspired by the loss of Ward’s cousin, the somewhat softer sound seems apropos. The fourth track, “Taking Back Control,” is a departure from Sparta’s expected sound. Despite the fact that it’s the first single released from the CD, it would be a better fit for Alkaline Trio’s 2003 CD, Good Mourning, than as a representative single of Threes. “Erase it Again” could be mistaken for a collaboration with U2 if it weren’t for the late-coming signature rasp of Ward, and the next track, “Atlas,” sounds more like Coldplay than Sparta. While I can listen to the occasional Coldplay song, I had no intention of doing so when I popped in this CD. An evolution can be respected, and almost expected with a change in band members, but the softer sound doesn’t fit well into the middle of a project. “The Most Vicious Crime” begins to master the balance between smooth melody and rough vocals, and the aptly named eighth track, “False Start,” indicates the band may not have gotten the jump off the block they had hoped for. With its rising energy and lyrical content, it would have served better as an introductory track than one buried three quarters into the album. Beginning with “Weather the Storm,” the last four tracks signify what this album could have been in its entirety. “Weather the Storm” begins with Ward showcasing the smoothness of his vocals, with interjections of rasp and energy. The instrumental portion of the song, which lasts about two minutes, progresses from a calm to spastic sound that reminds us that members of Sparta and The Mars Volta were once collaborators as the now-defunct At the Drive-In. The next two tracks, “Red. Right. Return (Straight in Our Hands),” and “Without a Sound,” boast strong vocals with interesting accompanying instrumental sounds. “Red.Right.Return.” plays with echoes in guitar riffs and features a painfully catchy hook that firmly plants in the brain and reminds us why they call it a ‘hook’ in the first place, while “Without a Sound” is just a solid track, with good energy and varying vocals. Despite a seeming confusion of track order, Sparta nails the closing track choice with “Translations.” Ward’s voice leads in smoothly, accompanied by the female vocals of Merry Clayton, and the build in energy then fade out leaves a strong lasting impression, and creates hope that Sparta’s next release will channel their evolution into a more clear-cut vision. !CADEMIC EXCELLENCE THROUGH MENTORING� 7HEN�)�STARTED�HERE�AT�7ILKES�)�WASN�T�SURE�WHAT�)�NEEDED�TO�DO� TO�ENSURE�A�BRIGHT�AND�WONDERFUL�FUTURE��4HE�ONE�PERSON�WHO�HAS�HELPED�ME� TIME�AND�TIME�AGAIN�HAS�BEEN�0ROFESSOR�-ATTHEW�3OWCIK��(E�S�TOLD�ME�NUMEROUS� TIMES�THAT�HE�IS�HERE�TO�BY�MY�@AGENT��ˆ�THAT�HE�WILL�MARKET�MY�SKILLS�IN�THE�JOB� MARKET�WHEN�)�AM�READY�FOR�THAT� " 2U�Q�]U^d_b� 3Q\\�CdeTU^d�4UfU\_`]U^d�Qd�h�$!!!� %VERY�7ILKES�STUDENT�SHOULD�HAVE�A�MENTOR�OR�BE�A�MENTOR��� )F�YOU�WANT�TO�PLAY�A�PART�IN�THE�UNIQUE�7ILKES�EXPERIENCE��� CALL�3TUDENT�$EVELOPMENT�AT�X������ �!NDREA�����AND�0ROFESOR�-ATTHEW�3OWCIK� ggg�gY\[Uc�UTe�l�!�( �G9<;5C�E �14 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Dinner: Bart and Urby’s BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor While downtown Wilkes-Barre is not exactly a bustling metropolis, it is beginning to be a little more college student-friendly, with the opening of plenty of new establishments. When we saw that a new bar/ restaurant was opening very close to campus and where we live, my friends and I couldn’t wait for it to open-a place within walking distance that offers both food and somewhere to hang out would be a hot commodity for us. This week Theresa and I practically pounced on the opportunity to try this new place we were so looking forward to. Bart & Urby’s Downtown Bar & Bistro looks just like any other average bar from the outside. Upon entering, though, the vibe is completely different than what I expected from first appearances. With wooden floors, maroon walls and interesting art adorning those walls, the atmosphere is at once inviting and very classy. We seated ourselves in a high-top table, though there were also booths and a few seats at the crowded bar. It was early on a weeknight, so the place wasn’t exactly hoppin,’ but I assume that many of the people there were part of the after-work crowd. We were waited on immediately, and when we place our drink orders we both stayed non-alcoholic. Bart & Urby’s offers a wide variety of beers on tap, domestics, microbrews and imports, and that is something I fully intend on taking advantage of when I have more of a disposable income. After much debate (which seems to be the norm when it comes to me and menus), Theresa ordered the Grilled Tuna Steak Salad and I opted for ...And a Movie: Borat BY MIKE WILLIAMS Beacon Correspondent Jagshemash! A recent issue of Time magazine asked whether comedian Sacha Baron Cohen’s new film Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan was either the funniest movie ever made, or just the most offensive. By all rights, it is a perfectly valid question, considering the film’s subject matter: the exploits of a sexist, bigoted, anti-Semitic Kazakh reporter traveling across the United States filming a documentary. However, in the case of Borat, drawing a line between funny and offensive is incredibly difficult, as one of the film’s greatest assets is its ability to turn the blatantly offensive into something unbelievably amusing. Shot start to finish as a documentary, the film follows the Kazakhstan’s second most famous news reporter Borat Sagdiyev, a character that started off as a segment on Cohen’s HBO series Da Ali G Show, as he journeys across America, hoping to capture the spirit of the US and A in order to modernize the nation of Kazakhstan. Beginning in his hometown, where he introduces us to the French Onion Burger, well done. Our food arrived rather quickly, but since there were very few customers we expected that it would. Theresa’s salad featured, in addition to tuna, spinach, tomato, oranges, red cabbage and what she described as “fried noodle things,” as well as some unidentified red entities we assumed were red peppers. While I didn’t try it, I did think it was very aesthetically pleasing, and that should count for something. She liked the dressing and thought that it, along with the textures of the other elements, complemented one another well. Her only qualm was that if she were to order it again, she would definitely get it well done, as opposed to medium well. When I ordered my burger, I figured the $9 price tag was necessary simply to match to the atmosphere of the bistro, which his sister, the trophy carrying number four drunken frat boys, being “saved” at a Penprostitute of all of Kazakhstan, and his best tecostal church rally and eventually, at friend, the village rapist, Borat then travels the film’s climax, at a Pamela Anderson to New York City, where his epic adventure autograph signing in Hollywood, where our hero brings along a traditional Kazakh begins. From the moment Sagdiyev enters the “wedding sack” in order to ask the former United States until his joyous homecoming, Baywatch beauty for her hand in marriage. the film solidifies itself as an instant comic Surprisingly, in what may be the film’s most shocking scene, classic, as Cohen’s loveably there are no outbackward character tries his raged Americans best to fit into our culture. in sight, only a In his travels, Borat naked Borat, manages to offend and his just about every equally possible demonaked, graphic, wheththreeer he’s explainhundred ing to a group of plus pound feminists that Kazakh producer scientists have proven Azamat, who, afthat women’s brains are ter a brief argument, no bigger than that of a squirrel, or singing his home Courtesy www.photobucket.com engage in a what may be one of the country’s national anthem, which states that all other countries are “run by funniest, and most disturbing, fight scenes little girls” at a rodeo, much to the chagrin ever caught on film, as they do battle out of their hotel room and into the building’s of the sea of rednecks in the stands. Other attempts at assimilating to Ameri- lobby, eventually ending in a conference can culture find Borat in an RV full of room full of astonished businessmen. NOVEMBER 13, 2006 is kind of that of a place in New York City. But when I saw the portion I was receiving, I understood why the price was as high as it was. The burger, as well as the portion of fries that accompanied it, was easily two meals. With perfectly soft caramelized onions (I occasionally have issues with the texture of cooked onions), lettuce, tiny tomatoes, Swiss cheese and even more onions on a toasted bun, the burger went well with the au jus dipping sauce it was served with. The fries were crispy and quite tasty, and I ended up taking half of the entire meal home. The menu offers, in addition to specialty salads and burgers, appetizers, pasta dishes, sandwiches and surf and turf. My biggest problem with the menu was that the sandwiches come with chips instead of fries. Am I the only one who feels gypped when restaurants do that? Overall, I was quite impressed with Bart & Urby’s. The atmosphere was definitely mellow, which was probably due in part to the fact that they played some rat packesque music that is hard not to love. The food was excellent and although the prices seem a little steep, the portions are tremendous. Over the next few months, though, there is no doubt in my mind that we will all be unable to resist the urge to “rename” it Bert & Ernie’s. Grade: A Courtesy www.vak-artiestenbureau.be It will be obvious to anyone with any sense of humor, just how brilliant the comedy of Borat is. However, it would also be very hard to deny the fact that some scenes are blatantly offensive. Cohen, who grew up in a devout Jewish family, relishes in his ability to poke fun at his own people through his anti-Semitic Borat character. Other than the Jewish community, Cohen’s brand of scathing humor also attacks the African American community, the South and the gay community. Borat targets even gypsies on his journey across America. So, if you’re looking for a laugh, and you’re not offended by a little racism or a little sexism, and think you can handle the sight of a hairy, naked, three hundred pound Kazakh man, then Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan is the movie for you. If not, maybe you should try to develop a sense of humor, and quick, because this is not a movie experience that you’ll want to pass up. Grade: A+ �NOVEMBER 13, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 15 Crossword Puzzle BY CHRISTOPHER KUDRAK Beacon Correspondent 1 6 10 14 15 16 17 19 20 21 22 23 25 26 30 32 35 39 40 41 43 44 46 47 50 53 54 55 60 61 63 64 65 ACROSS Pole thrown as a trial of strength Hand Surface Intersection of interlaced material Wear away An air or melody A Climbers necessity Ease in which words can be read Days preceding events Endured Sailors destination Homers son Reduce An analysis of something Jump Related on one’s mother’s side Soft part of the ear Female insect? Get away Summon to return Invalidate by a higher authority Teachers mark Biochemical catalyst Enthusiastic vigor Flickering light source Without face value Degree of speed A boy Idle talk Atop Building blocks of proteins “Say it ____ so” Master card competitor Spanish for “hands” 66 67 68 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 18 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 33 34 36 37 38 42 43 45 47 Links starters Flu feeling Refine metal DOWN Basic unit of life Surface measurement Waterlogged lands Revise Insubordinate person Friend Got up from sitting True to fact Yucatán Peninsula civilization Stage of aerobic respiration Exploding stars Phantom’s genre Irritably impatient Altar affirmative Early Hours Helped Sly look Freedom from difficulty Bow shaped lines Specific arrangements Weight of a vehicle without cargo To state as an opinion Mercedes - _____ Gets you out of prison Bone of the forearm Small secluded valley Batman and Robin the ____ Duo Sales person, for short Stylish Apple, for example 48 49 51 52 54 56 57 58 59 62 Slip of the memory Make amends In past time Walks without purpose Soap containing pumice Fraudulent scheme Type of wave Person regarded with admiration Get one’s attention quietly Negative vote Answers for 11.6.2006 12 8 "s "p T A ,.T J7 .,.A F This Week In History BY MICHAEL GIONFRIDDO Beacon Correspondent Brought to you by the History Club. November 13 1982: The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is dedicated in Washington after a march to its site by thousands of veterans of the conflict. The long-awaited memorial was a simple V-shaped black-granite wall inscribed with the names of the 57,939 Americans who died in the conflict, arranged in order of death, not rank, as was common in other memorials. November 14 1882: The gunslinger Franklin “Buckskin” Leslie shoots Billy “The Kid” Claiborne dead in the streets of Tombstone, Arizona. November 15 1867: On this day in 1867, the first stock ticker is unveiled in New York City. The advent of the ticker ultimately revolutionized the stock market by making up-to-theminute prices available to investors around the country. Prior to this development, information from the New York Stock Exchange, which has been around since 1792, traveled by mail or messenger. November 16 1532: On November 16, 1532, Francisco Pizarro, the Spanish explorer and conquistador, springs a trap on the Incan emperor, Atahualpa. With fewer than 200 men against several thousand, Pizarro lures Atahualpa to a feast in the emperor’s honor and then opens fire on the unarmed Incans. Pizarro’s men massacre the Incans and capture Atahualpa, forcing him to convert to Christianity before eventually killing him. November 17 1558: Queen Mary I, the monarch of England and Ireland since 1553, dies and is succeeded by her 25-year-old half-sister, Elizabeth, thus beginning the Elizabethan Age. The long reign of Elizabeth, who became known as the “Virgin Queen” for her reluctance to endanger her authority through marriage, coincided with the flowering of the English Renaissance, associated with such renowned authors as William Shakespeare. By her death in 1603, England had become a major world power in every respect, and Queen Elizabeth I passed into history as one of England’s greatest monarchs. November 18 1978: People’s Temple leader Jim Jones leads hundreds of his followers in a mass murder-suicide at their agricultural commune in remote northwestern Guyana. The few cult members who refused to take the cyanide-laced fruitflavored concoction were either forced to do so at gunpoint or shot as they fled. The final death toll was 913, including 276 children. November 19 1863: At the dedication of a military cemetery at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, during the American Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln delivers one of the most memorable speeches in American history (The Gettysburg Address). In just 272 words, Lincoln brilliantly and movingly reminded a war-weary public why the Union had to fight, and win, the Civil War. Note: All information is provided by the History Channel and can be found at http://www.history.com/tdih.do Courtesy www.gutenberg.org �SPORTS 16 NOVEMBER 13, 2006 Wrestling makes impressive showing in King’s tournament Freshmen make improvements; sophomore lone champion BY ALISSA LINDNER Beacon Staff Writer The Colonel wrestling team put on an impressive show in the Monarch Tournament at Kings College on Saturday, November 11, earning second place behind last week’s opponent York College. Wilkes earned 147.5 team points, falling short of York College’s 162 points. Oneonta State earned third place honors with 125.5 points and the home team; King’s College took fourth with 117 points. The Wilkes lightweights put on a strong showing at the tournament. Sophomore Felipe Queiroz was Wilkes’ lone champion, defeating Centenary College’s Mike Gummerson with a 3-1 decision in the final bout of the 125 pound weight class. Wilkes and Centenary would meet again in the 133 pound weight class final. Sophomore Josh Pauling lost a close 7-6 decision to Ricky Redd to earn second place honors. The 141 pound weight class earned two place finishers for the Wilkes team. Freshman Donny Clark put on an impressive MIDNIGHT MADNESS A large cheese pizza + an 8pc Breadsticks , CinnaStix or Cheesybread $9.99 +TAX VALID 12AM-CLOSE Expires 5/31/076 IMM I showing in his college wrestling debut, falling in overtime to Muhlenberg College’s Rob Kein. Clark would finish second. Junior Adam Penberthy took third in the 141 pound weight class with a 4-0 decision over York College’s Bill Platt in the consolation finals. In the 149 pound weight class, freshman Derek Brownmiller also put on an impressive showing in his first college tournament. Brownmiller earned second place honors after falling in overtime to Gettysburg College’s Matthew Shank. Brownmiller feels himself and the other freshman wrestlers are adjusting to and learning from the college wrestling environment. He explained, “I was happy with my performance, but I noticed I have a lot to improve upon in the coming weeks. I think a lot of the freshman noticed what needs to be improved.” In the 157 pound weight class, the Colonels failed to earn a place-winner as The Beacon/Alissa Lindner See WRESTLING from PAGE 17 FREE BROWNIES Buy a large pizza at regular price and get a 10pc order of our new warm brownies FREE Expires 10/8/06 lrvl Sophomore Joshua Pauling had two wins during the tournament at King’s College. Wilkes-Barre 570-829-2900 154 s. Pennsylvania Ave Sun-Thur 11 am-2am Fri & Sat 11 am-4am ~ ... ~ ~ �NOVEMBER 13, 2006 SPORTS WRESTLING from PAGE 16 BASKETBALL from PAGE 20 fought every minute with pride, keeping pace throughout the entire game, despite the fact that they were up against a team from a higher division. The Lady Colonels finished last season seventh in the conference and averaged exactly sixty points per contest. Starting point guard Randi Corbo and forward Lacey Andresen both made high contribution scoring for the Lady Colonels by averaging nearly ten points per contest, and will look to guide their team to huge wins in the tournament. The Lady Colonels begin the two-day tournament on November 18th against Dickinson College. The Red Devils concluded last season with a solid record of 19-8, and averaged 61.2 points a game. The Lady Colonels will look to apply their new “shut down” defensive strategy against the Red Devils, and 17 just might overcome the small difference in scoring and snatch the win. “We are trying very hard this year to play very hard nose defense, and a lot of in your face defense. Right now we’re getting there,” said Emmerthal. The Lady Colonels’ second game of the tournament will be against Penn State Harrisburg. “The first game of the season is always exciting. I am very excited to go to the tournament and play against some teams that we usually don’t get to play. Every non-league team we play against will only help us prepare for the teams in our league,” stated Perestam. Lace your sneakers tight, because excitement this season is just around the corner, and the Lady Colonels are nothing short of ready to run teams out of the gym. sophomore Joe Henshaw lost in the quar- Read wrestled strong in the 197 and 285 pound weight classes, respectively, howterfinals to the Army’s Ed Gibbons. Wilkes suffered a tough loss in 165 ever neither was able to place. Coach Jon Laudenslager was happy with pound weight class when sophomore Justin Barowski was forced to injury default the performance of the Colonel wrestlers the Monarch from his semi-fiSeason Schedule Through at Tournament. “We nals match. FreshJanuary wrestled well,” he man Rich Clocker said, “We had a lot stepped up to earn Nov. 18 Oneonta Tournament of guys step up. A fourth place honors Dec. 2 RIT Tournament lot of guys who after falling to his Dec. 6 King’s are our reserves opponent in the con- Jan. 4 John Reese Duals surprised me.” solation finals. Jan. 6 North-South Duals Laudenslager Senior DJ Gianc- Jan. 12 Kutztown/SUNY Maritime also feels the ola put on a notable Jan. 17 Delaware Valley freshman wresshowing after suf- Jan. 20 Messiah tlers are improvfering defeat in his Jan. 26 Lycoming ing. He explains, quarterfinals match. Jan. 27 Scranton “They are learnGiancola would Jan. 31 College of New Jersey ing and improvwrestle back to take ing every week. 3rd in the 174 pound I feel we have already improved from last weight class. The 184 pound weight class featured an- week.” The Colonel wrestlers will attend the other strong showing by a Wilkes freshman. Josh Ballan took second place after falling Oneonta Tournament at Oneonta State next to Kings College’s Zach Wilkinson in the Saturday, November 18. Wrestling is slated to begin at 9:30 AM.to the Army’s Ed Gibfinal bout. Freshman Chris Logan and junior Rich bons. Ti d The Beacon/NickZmijewski Tom Andreopoulos breaks through the King’s defensive line, running up the middle of the field during Saturday’s 28-7 win over crosstown rival King’s College. Andreopoulos passed the 1,000 rushing yard mark and added the final touchdown for the Colonels in the game. The Colonels, who have a season record of 10-0 this season, will take on Washington & Lee this coming Saturday, November 18th here at home in round one of the NCAA Division III playoffs. �SPORTS 18 NOVEMBER 13, 2006 Commentary GAME OF THE WEEK New York Rangers vs. Pittsburgh Penguins Penguins rookie looks to ice the competition Double Take BY TIM SEIGFRIED Beacon Asst. Sports Editor Pittsburgh fans, your savior has arrived, and not a moment too soon. It’s a good thing too, as the Steel City has had it rough this year. First, the Pittsburgh Pirates finished the season with a record of 67-95, making it the 14th straight season in which the baseball franchise has had a losing record. Rumor has it that after a 15th straight losing season, they get one losing season for free. If that weren’t bad enough, Pittsburgh also has to deal with the football team that calls itself the reigning Super Bowl champion, but unfortunately, fans have had to endure a season punctuated by players who look like all they really want to do is take a nap when the game is going on. And just when you thought things couldn’t get worse, Pittsburgh Steelers legend and Hall of Fame wide receiver Lynn Swann just lost in his bid to become Governor of Pennsylvania. To make matters worse, he lost to a guy who used to be the Mayor of cross-state rival city Philadelphia. In other words, it’s been a bad year for Pittsburgh. So it should really come as no surprise that the potential savior for the city should come in the form of someone who was born in the former Soviet Union, and who currently plays in what is arguably the most unpopular sport in the country. Of course I speak of Evgeni Malkin, the 20-year old center and wunderkind of the Pittsburgh Penguins. Malkin, in only his first season in the National Hockey League, has already made a big splash, and is setting records in doing so. He became the first player in the modern era to score a goal in his first six games, a streak which ultimately led to his winning the NHL Rookie of the Month award in October. The last time that happened, the United States had a guy named Wilson as President. During his momentous scoring streak, Malkin led the Penguins to a 5-1 record, and has been compared to another Penguins great, Mario Lemieux, who was vital in the revitalization of the team and its subsequent dominance in the early 1990s. Malkin will need to forget about being compared to some of the greatest players of all time for a moment as he attempts to continue his rampant scoring when he and the Penguins face off against the New York Rangers in Pittsburgh. New York is in second place in the Atlantic Division, leading the third place Penguins. Pittsburgh will be led by Malkin, who leads the team with 7 goals on the ice, alongside center Sidney Crosby, whose 19 points(13 assists and 6 goals) is tops. They will be relying on young goalie Marc-Andre Fleury, whose .921 save rate is among the top 10 in the league, to protect the net. The Rangers are no stranger to great players, as their storied franchise has been blessed with the greatest “The Great One” Wayne Gretzky, as well as future Hall of Famer Mark Messier, two of the most dominant players of their era. This season the Rangers are led by right wing Jaromir Jagr, who spent the best part of his career playing for the Penguins, from 1990-2001, a span which saw him help the team make the playoffs every year, as well as leading them to two Stanley Cup Championships. Jagr will take charge on the ice, and his league leading 18 assists will be a huge factor in the game, as will the ability of left wing Brendan Shanahan, whose 12 goals is 3rd in the league. The Rangers’ goalie, Henrik Lundqvist, will need to step up his game against the Penguins offense if he wants to give his team a chance. Lundqvist is the lesser of the two goalies facing off, as his save rate is only .878. The tandem of Crosby and Malkin will lead the offense for the Penguins, and will be looking to get the better of the veteran Jagr and the high scoring Shanahan. Ultimately, the game will come down to whatever team can protect the net better. Defense wins games, on and off the ice. The pick: Penguins 3, Rangers 1 Andee examines the stats that truly matter... BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Asst. Opinion Editor I’m such a girl. I really am. I like pretty things, and pretty websites, and pretty boys with pretty, nicely combed facial hair. Better yet, if they just ditch the facial hair, that’d really work for me. First of all, the Rangers’ website--totally not pretty. It’s so “manly.” It doesn’t have any nice artwork; just some red, white and blue stuff that’d get a big fat “F” in Visual Rhetoric. I mean, it’s fine if you’re drawing an American flag, but the website is just too plain and ridiculously unintentionally patriotic for my taste. Yuck. The Penguins, on the other hand, have this really fabulous website. It’s so cute, and so are the players. They’re younglooking and boyish. I’m not one for boyish guys, (to date, anyway) but I really like to look at them. I also think penguins are cute with the way they waddle around across the ice; such cute little birds. They are birds, right? Yeah, they’re cute, and I like cute. When I think of a Ranger, I don’t think of cute. I think of a slightly overweight man who puts out forest fires and hangs out with Smokey the Bear. I’m quite a fan of the Penguins, and if the Rangers don’t do something with that website, they’re never going to sell tickets for any of their games. It doesn’t matter. They aren’t going to win, especially not against the Penguins. �SPORTS NOVEMBER 13, 2006 19 Wilkes crew team ends their season on a positive note Women’s team takes second in key race BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor It might be called the Frostbite Regata, but by no means was the Wilkes’ crew team frozen in Saturday’s crew events held in Philadelphia near Boathouse Row. The women’s freshmen boat was on fire, taking second place in their event, beating much more established teams, including University of Maryland, SUNY-Stony Brook and Oswega. The team, which was made up of Raquel Schubert, Kate Schaughnessy, Erica Moore, Ashley Maresca and Erin Wimer came in with a race time of 9 minutes 40 seconds and 33 hundreths. “The girls’ team did excellent. It is the best performance that any group from Wilkes has has in any race. Everyone should really be proud of what we accomplished,” said rower Erin Simpson. The team also had rowers in several other races in the event, including the college men’s frosh race 33, college men’s four race 54 and college women’s varsity race 59. Although the team placed last in all of those races, they are all proud of what they accomplished this season. Simpson added that, “Everyone really stepped up and showed that people from Wilkes are really capable of doing something.” The Beacon/Todd Weibel Jeremy Kable looks to pass the ball across court at one of the men’s basketball preseason games. The men start their regular season on Tuesday, November 21st against Baptist Bible. WEEKEND RECAPS Men’s Basketball Division I Rider University broke open a close game with a 20-0 run that spanned the end of the first half and beginning of the second half on their way to a 96-52 win over Wilkes University in an exhibition men’s basketball game on Saturday night. Jeremy Kable led all scorers with 15 points. Wrestling Wilkes University sophomore Felipe Queiroz won the 125-pound title at the King’s College Monarch Tournament on Saturday at the Scandlon Gymnasium. Wilkes finished second behind York College in the team standings. The Spartans had 162 points, while the Colonels finished with 147.5 points. Oneonta State was third with 125.5. King’s finished fourth with 117 points, while Army was fifth with 110.5 points. Football Junior quarterback Al Karaffa threw three touchdown passes to help seventh-ranked Wilkes University wrap up their first undefeated regular season since 1993 with a 28-7 Middle Atlantic Conference win over King’s College in the annual Mayor’s Cup Game at Betzler Fields. The Beacon/Todd Weibel Raquel Schubert, Kate Schaughnessy, Erica Moore, Ashley Maresca, and Erin Wimer place second in their race at the annual Frostbite regata this past Saturday. 104 Total number of receiving yards on six receptions by senior Jim Jordan, who was named Wilkes Player of the Game for his efforts. NUMBERS OF THE WEEK 15 Number of points scored by shooting guard Jeremy Kable in the Colonel’s exhibition game on Saturday. 147.5 Total number of points scored by the Colonel’s wrestling team as they finished in second place at the King’s College Monarch Tournament. 10 Consecutive wins this season by the Colonels football team. The Colonels, who went undefeated will have homefield advantage for the start of the playoffs. �Sports NOVEMBER 13, 2006 20 Preview of the Week: Women’s basketball Women’s season begins with the Dickinson College Tournament BY CARLTON HOLMES Beacon Asst. Sports Editor The most exciting time of the year is almost here for women’s basketball. All the preseason talk and speculations go out the window when the clock reads 20:00, and the players circle around for the opening tip-off. Players around the nation have worked hard for the new season and have dreams to emerge as champions of 2006-2007. Well, the time has come, and the Lady Colonels will come ready to play on November 18th and 19th as they begin their season in this year’s Dickinson College Tournament. “Getting off to a good start will definitely set the tone for the rest of the season. If we start the year off with a positive attitude, we are more likely to finish with one,” stated junior guard Katie Cappelloni. The Lady Colonels wrapped up last season with a record of 6-19, and 2-12 in the conference. Although those numbers are not impressive, that season is in the past. The Lady Colonels have their sights set on bouncing back and surprising teams around the MAC conference. With seven veterans returning from last season, including Wilkes University all-time block leader Karyn Perestam, and captain Lacey Andresen, the team should be able to make positive strides towards a better season this year. “The girls have done a lot of hard work to prepare for this season, and it really shows on the court,” stated head coach Rachel Emmerthal. Emmerthal begins her second season as the Lady Colonels head coach and is looking forward to leading her troops to a successful year. “The sky is the limit with this group. A lot of times it’s any given game, any given night, any given team as to who wins, and I think this year we are going to surprise a lot of teams,” stated Emmerthal. Alongside Emmerthal is first year assistant coach Kaitlin Kokolus. Kokolus is a 2006 graduate from Lafayette College, and served as their basketball team’s captain both her junior and senior years. The Lady Colonels start the season at Dickinson fresh off two big scrimmages where they put up a great fight against Cabrini College and NCAA Division II team, East Stroudsburg University. “The Cabrini scrimmage allowed us to see what we have been doing very well at and need to work on. But overall it was a very good scrimmage for us,” stated Emmerthal. In the team’s second scrimmage against ESU, the Lady Colonels See BASKETBALL page 17 The Beacon/Todd Weibel The Lady Colonels kick off their regular season schedule at the Dickinson College Tournament on Saturday, November 18th. . . . .· Campus Calendar, All Week *Multicultural Awareness Week, HSC Monday 11/13 *Women’s health night, Evans Hall Health Services - 4:00 p.m. Tuesday 11/14 *Senior portraits, HSC - 12:00 p.m. Wednesday 11/15 *Senior portraits, HSC - 9:00 a.m. Thursday 11/16 *Senior portraits, HSC - 12:00 p.m. *Winona LaDuke Interdisciplinary Speaker Series, HSC Ballroom - 7:30 p.m. Friday 11/17 *Senior portraits, HSC - 9:00 a.m. *Student Development Trip to NJ Devils hockey game, Marts Center - 2:30 p.m. *Cinderella, DDD - 8:00 p.m. Saturday 11/18 *Wrestling @ Oneonta Tournament - 9:30 a.m. *Cinderella, DDD - 8:00 p.m. *Women’s basketball @ Dickinson Tournament - 8:00 p.m. Sunday 11/19 *Cinderella, DDD - 2:00 p.m. *Women’s basketball @ Dickinson Tournament - 2:00 p.m. Monday 11/20 *No events scheduled Find this Picture on Campus and... WIN CASH Tuesday 11/21 *Women’s basketball vs. Marywood - 6:00 p.m. *Men’s basketball vs. Baptist Bible - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday 11/22 *Thanksgiving vacation begins Thursday 11/23 *Thanksgiving break Friday 11/24 *Thanksgiving break Saturday 11/25 *Thanksgiving break Sunday 11/26 *Thanksgiving break This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University’s campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put “Campus Picture” as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $10 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. Congratulations to Julie Henry, who correctly identified last week’s photo which was of the pillars on the front porch of Hollenback Hall. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 November 13th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 November 13 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/2867dbf95e33989c45ca6f1ce38aae1d.pdf 81fa277649209744dced6567790c6e58 PDF Text Text Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA The THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Volume 59 Issue 10 www.wilkesbeacon.com NOVEMBER 20, 2006 Off-campus apartment at 68 W. Ross St. condemned Community Action Team finds conditions unlivable BY ANDREW SEAMAN Beacon Asst. News Editor The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski No heat, dangerous portable heaters, broken windows, holes in the floor, and raw sewage in the basement are among the health and building violations the Community Action Team (CAT) found when the group inspected 68 West Ross Street on Tuesday, November 14. As a result of the violation, the residence, which housed nine male Wilkes University students, was temporarily condemned pending repairs by the building’s landlord, Jerry Brown. The nine students were immediately order to vacate the residence. Greg Barrouk, spokesman for CAT, said members would be inspecting all off-campus apartments in the future. On Tuesday, four other apartments were inspected by the team and were found to be in “fine shape” according to Barrouk. One more problem found at 68 West Ross was the fact that there were nine people living in the house, when the dwelling is legally only allowed four residents. Brown admitted he was aware there were nine students living in the building, “Yeah, I did [know they were there].” He then made the point that if the students were related they could have an unlimited number of people living in the building. For the welfare of the students, the university reportedly stepped in and briefly put them up in the Ramada Inn on Public Square and quickly made The residents of 68 West Ross Street were displaced when their home was posted for health and building violations. Landlord Jerry Brown claims violations have been addressed and the building will be inspected this week. See CAT page 3 Protestors make statement with silence BY ALISON WOODY Beacon Asst. News Editor Wilkes University is no stranger to student-led protests, with three held last year: two that communicated frustration over tuition rates, mistreatment of animals, and one in support of international students. But while last year’s protestors chose to voice their opinions through loud chants, P A G E H U M A N EXISTENCE 7 slogans scrawled on signs, and signatures of support, a handful of protestors last Tuesday, November 14, opted to use silence to make their point. Participants in the White Out Day protest were asked to wear all white clothing and place tape over their mouths to demonstrate that important voices are not being heard as university officials move forward on a variety of plans for major change on campus. “The nature of the topic itself was that we are not being heard. I felt that the administration seeing us not being vocal would have more of an impact on them,” said Anthony Scerbo, junior biology major and student organizer of the White Out Day protest. According to the flyer posted throughout campus to promote student participation, there were four main issues in which protestors wanted more of a voice: parking problems, plans for the greenway expansion, the One Stop Shop and renovations to the Student Union Building. Scerbo said, “As a member of Student Government, I am there to represent the students. At recent meetings we spoke with top officials, including President Gilmour, and we expressed our concerns and gave several ideas to them. See PROTEST page 4 In This Issue... The Salvation Army PAGE 9 The Five Percent PAGE 12 Index News................................1-5 Opinion.............................6-8 Features.........................9-11 Arts & Entertainment....12-15 Sports...........................16-20 �NEWS NOVEMBER 20, 2006 2 Flood problems Christian Club Science Building 2 3 5 City street drainage issues cause pedestrian, commuter headaches BY LAUREN BIERNACKI Beacon Correspondent “I need a boat!,” a student called out from her porch last Thursday when she encountered the deluge from a storm that dropped more than three inches of rain locally. Community members put on their rain gear as they ventured into the streets last week amidst driving rain and flooded roads. But often rain gear is not enough to be well-equipped for the sort of localized flooding downtown residents experience due to clogged drain systems. Students walking toward the intersection of Ross Street and River Streets--heavily trafficked by Wilkes students because of the prevalence of off-campus housing in the neighborhood--quickly discovered that they needed to change their route of travel. Because of clogged drainage systems, an enormous puddle formed at the intersection and those who realized it too late were often soaked if they were walking or found themselves pushing a car through that had stalled in the insta-lake. Senior Karen Wesolowski said, “It is a pain to walk to class when it floods.” She opted to cross the street without shoes and rolled up her pants because the puddle was up to her knees. She added, “I think flooding would not be as serious of an issue if people, including the city, would simply clean the leaves out of the drains.” Senior Tonisha Morris tookWesolowski’s lead, but decided to hike her pants up like shorts. “River Street reminds me of a beach! As cars go through the intersection, the water washes up onto the sidewalk like a wave. If you don’t get out of the way, be prepared to get soaked.” Wesolowski also thinks that given how often it rains, the city needs to make the storm sewers a priority because the flash flooding hinders students’ ability to make it to class. “I considered not going to my night class because I was afraid that I would not be able to make it back to my dorm if the flood got any worse.” Morris agreed, “I really didn’t want to miss class, [but] I headed out into the storm, got halfway there and turned around and came back to my apartment!” Sophomore Thomas Buckler commutes to Wilkes University and parks on River Street and said, “Since I park on South River, I had to take alternate routes to get to my parking lot. It made me a few minutes late for class and was very inconvenient. Something should be done about the sewer system near River and Market Street.” Lieutenant Paul Middleton of the Wilkes-Barre Police Department noted that if students are so concerned with the flood affecting their lives, they should get a committee together and work on improving the drainage systems. “It’s a community issue, so the community can help officials by creating a clean-up project.” Middleton explained that instead of criticizing officials in the community for not having adequate drainage systems, students should be looking to chip in some of their time for the community. Creating a new drainage system is not a simple solution, he explained, estimating it would cost “millions if not billions of dollars.” City engineering office official William Harding said, “The ground is saturated, causing run off.” He acknowledged that one of the problems is that there was so much rain in a short period of time last Thursday. The ground already soaked up everything it could, but the drains are clogged with leaves, preventing them from soaking up the extra water. He added that cleaning the drains would prevent the leaves from being washed together and clogging the drains. Middleton advised that there are courses of action to be taken during the flood. People should not drive through water during floods, “because you never know how deep it is. Simply turn around and take another road,” he explained. He added that the police department receives many calls during floods. “Roads often give away, so we even get calls about cars floating away.” B E ACON Serving the community through fair and accurate reporting while supporting the views and opinions of our readers. Editorial Staff Editor-in-Chief: Curran Dobson Email: wilkesbeacon@gmail.com News Editor: Nick Podolak Email: beaconnewsline@gmail.com Op/Ed Editor: Kristyn Ostman Email: thebeacon.oped@gmail.com Features Editor: Nora Jurasits Email: thebeaconfeatures@gmail.com A&E Editor: Stephanie Debalko Email: thebeaconae@gmail.com Sports Editor: Ariel Cohen Email: beaconsports@gmail.com Photo Editor: Nick Zmijewski Advertising Managers: Stephanie Yachim Dana Zlotucha Email: thebeacon.ads@gmail.com Advisor: Dr. Andrea Breemer Frantz Established in 1936 PA Newspaper Association Member Printed on Mondays during the academic school year. Courtesy of Stephanie Yachim The Susquehanna River swelled and engulfed trees across from the intersection of River and Northhampton Street last week after a heavy rain of over 3 inches in various places. 130 S. River St. First Floor, Conyngham Hall, Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 wilkesbeacon@gmail.com www.wilkesbeacon.com �NOVEMBER 20, 2006 CFC granted club status BY NICK PODOLAK Beacon News Editor Maybe it’s just happenstance that the name of the co-advisor of the campus’s newest student club is Angela Hermes. The name Angela is Greek for “messsenger” or “nice person,” while Hermes was the messenger god in Greek mythology Coincidence or not, Student Government (SG) was a messenger of good news last Wednesday for a group of students led by Hermes, Campus Interfaith Director, interested in initiating a faith-based student club on campus. SG members granted the Christian Fellowship Club (CFC) club status, passing it by a vote of 36-2-3. “We’ve been praying about it for awhile,” said freshman Jahmitza Perez. “It feels good.” The club, which is connected with the larger Campus Interfaith office, is the second faith-based program to gain club status in as many years. The Islamic Interest Club was initiated last year. “The Christian Fellowship Club, much like the Islamic Interest Society, provides students with similar faith interests, the opportunity to come together and deepen their knowledge of that particular faith, while at the same time opening opportunities for others to better understand various aspects of those religions,” said Dean of Students Mark Allen. “It is important that all religious-based clubs continue to work together with Campus Interfaith to maintain and strengthen a spirit of mutual NEWS 3 CAT understanding and cooperation.” With 21 current members, the CFC is geared towards community service and plans to host an open praise night, dodge ball night and Christian rock band performances in the near future. The group is also working with a program called World Power, which is a Christian relief and development organization devoted to helping poverty-stricken children in third world countries. Through World Power’s HopeChild program, the CFC has adopted a 12-year old boy named Lindokuhle from Swaziland, a country struggling with high mortality rates because of the HIV/AIDS virus. With their monthly $35 donation, club members believe they are making sure that Lindokuhle has enough food and water to survive. “I think it shows how much they care about it,” SG member Ellie Galiatsatos said of the well-represented group at last week’s meeting. “I mean, half of the room just cleared out. They all came to support one another.” The club is open to all on campus, Hermes noted, and she emphasized the importance of letting freshmen know that “gates” are open to any one who shows any interest. “If incoming freshmen are looking for a place to find that community of friends and they’re Christian, they know where to come. Everybody should know what they believe and why they believe it. Know who you are. ‘To thine own self be true,’” Hermes said, to quote Shakespeare. from FRONT PAGE NOTICE TO VACATE THE PREMISES The premises located at /2 [ - R,o.s..s -S;.1 . p~~ nnc1pa ealth Officer ~ 11 - ttf~ot ealthfuspector Date Posted Penalty for defacing or removing this placard can result in a fine of up to $300.00 or imprisonment of up to 90 days. The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski accommodations at University Towers for ten days. The students who list 68 Ross as a residence are: John Hunt, Angelo Marroco, Tyler Henniger, Mathew Pizzaro, Paul Signora, Gil Flores, Keith Cavalotti, Josh George and Jake Grande. Brown said he has addressed the problems and is awaiting a follow up inspection. He also said all nine of the previous tenants would most likely not return because of the city’s codes. He did say he would like to file with the city to allow more students to live at the residence given it’s size-- twelve rooms. These inspections - Sponsored are no surprise for by Wilkes, because in Health Services September the team d I D YO U KNOW?: 500,000 students are injured annually as a result of alcohol use. inspected students’ apartments at King’s College. CAT is comprised of members from different city offices, including the mayor’s, health department, building inspectors, legal, fire, police, and zoning offices. Gretchen Yeninas, director of residence life, said that the on campus housing is in good shape and, “I have the administration’s support.” Yeninas also said over the summer the newly purchased University Towers will be brought up to the university’s code and allow more students to take up residence, but even with the added space it is almost guaranteed that freshmen will end up living in apartments. Yeninas said that she would like to see freshmen live in dorms, but it is just not possible. Greg Barrouk said that CAT would only be inspecting the off campus apartments to make sure they are safe for habitation. There is no word on upcoming inspection dates. The Beacon Ill Tri_11, ~n Calh 'Trani'"' l1, iw poses an immediate danger to the public or · occupants of the premises. Any use or occupancy of the premises is prohibited by order of the Wilkes-Barre City Health Department. The premises must remain vacant until the Wilkes-Barre City Health Department approves its use. This order is under Chapter 18 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. (File of Council No. 26 of 1980) http://www.bsu.edu/publicsafety/article/0,2008,13363310179-22951,00.html The Beacon would like to correct an attribution in the November 13th issue in the article “Wilkes mentoring program promotes small school feel.” The Beacon inadvertantly omitted Sarah Doman’s name as co-author. �NOVEMBER 20, 2006 NEWS 4 International students take opportunity to see U.S. over the holidays Returning to homes across the ocean not practical for Thanksgiving BY NICK PODOLAK Beacon News Editor With a short break from class starting Wednesday for the Thanksgiving holiday, many students will be making trips home to places like New York, Deleware, and even as far away as North Carolina to spend time with family and friends. But Wilkes international students don’t have the luxury of loading baskets of dirty laundry and summer clothes in the car and driving home. As a result, the extended weekend offers both opportunity and challenge for those whose families may be thousands, rather than hundreds, of miles away. Freshman Xiaoqiao Zhang is from Henan Province Zheng Zhou City, China. The five day weekend doesn’t allow her time to travel to China and also wouldn’t make much financial sense. “I am going to Boston for Thanksgiving because my father’s college friend lives there and he wants me to come visit,” said Zhang. If she were to head home for Thanksgiving the flight is close to 14 hours long. “The flight is really long. I would take a flight from Newark to Beijing nonstop, but as long as I can go home, I am happy,” said Zhang. During winter break, Zhang plans to travel to New Jersey to stay with her host family for two weeks and then is attending the Wilkes trip to England for a week. Graduate student Chao Yang is from Beijing, China. Yang will also not travel home over the break. This is Yang’s first year in America and she plans to visit an uncle in New York next week. Yang looks forward to Christmas break because of the opportunity to go home and spend time with family and friends. Freshman Wei Shang, also from Beijing, China, has a few more options for where to spend the five-day break. “I have several choices: go back to Los Angeles because last year I was an exchange student there, or go to Boston to visit my aunt, or go to Canada to visit my friends...but I definitely won’t be going back home,” said Shang. All three students stressed that traveling home is not difficult but it is a very long. Other international students may take the opportunity to explore parts of the country they have not yet seen. Currently, Wilkes University is a home away from home for over 50 international students from more than eight countries. PROTEST from FRONT PAGE “None of those ideas were ever considered or taken to heart, in mine or several others’ opinion. Therefore, after talking to faculty, I decided that if a student representatives’ voices cannot be heard, why not let the rest of the student body in and protest?” Scerbo added. Mark Leicht, junior history major and participant in the protest, said, “I support my fellow students any way possible to bring equality to students and the administration. I want our voices heard and our opinions taken literally. If they cannot be taken into account then something must be done.” Leicht expressed his feelings about university change. “The greenway is a disgrace, along with the University Center on Main. 10 East Towers is already turning into a mess with just a small [number] of students living in it. With Rifkin Café leaving, the Student Union building will possibly turn into a ghost town.” Though officials confirm they are discussing possible changes to the Rifkin Café, no specific plans have been determined. Vice president for enrollment and marketing, Mike Frantz, responded to student criticism of administration noting that continued opportunity for conversation is both sought and welcomed by administrators. “It’s been a long held practice throughout the fall semester to go to Student Government to entertain questions and take feedback.” As examples, he cited specific visits to SG and at least one open forum for all students to discuss financial aid and One Stop Shop issues. “The student voice is incredibly important and we will continue to seek it out proactively and through student-initiated ways such as the protest on Tuesday and make ourselves available for these types of conversations.” The Beacon/Nick Zmijewski Students prepare themselves for the silent protest of their lack of voices in major decisions held on the Fenner Quadrangle, Tuesday, November 14. Students and faculty members composed the small group that took part in the protest. However, some distrust among students clearly remains. “With all this spending they are doing, I firmly believe the university will pull the same sh*t as last year and raise the cost to go here. If the university does not take our protests seriously, many things will start happening. You screw with your customers and they will turn on you. Whether it is protesting in front of houses, getting media involved or simply taking it to board meetings to get voices heard, things must be done. The administration is screwing with the student population and I want to see this stopped at all costs,” Leicht added. Student numbers at the protest were small with approximately fifteen gathered on the Fenner Quadrangle under overcast skies; however, participants noted that the message was bolstered by faculty involvement. Gina Morrison, assistant professor of eucation, was one faculty member who took part in the protest. “I do support the students’ efforts to be seen, since they feel that they are not being heard. I have a great amount of respect for the students who showed up at the protest, because I know it took courage and conviction to do that. I grew up during the 60s, so what I saw was mild to me Still, I was pleased to see such a thoughtful and respectful way of getting the point across,” she said. “I personally would have liked to see more people show up and voice their opinions, since many people have opinions on these subjects. However, knowing that the amount of individuals that did come felt so strongly about the issues was satisfying for me,” said Scerbo. Leicht concluded, “The university needs to start taking us seriously and our demands need to be heard. They should fear us, for the students are the ones who pay the bills to run this place.” �NOVEMBER 20, 2006 NEWS 5 Wilkes to demolish recently purchased V-Prop. LLC Master Plan calls for new health sciences building in space BY MIKE WILLIAMS Beacon Correspondent When community members look at 247 South Franklin Street, what do they see? A vacant building? A waste of space? For the past few years, these assessments of the structure would be right on target. However, Wilkes University officials recently saw things from a different point of view. The building represented an opportunity for change and progress; therefore, the University purchased the former V Prop. LLC building for $310,000. The lot is located across the street from the Marts Gymnasium, and the possibilities for use of the space are nearly limitless. The only question now is, what will Wilkes University do with this new purchase? “We’re going to demolish it,” said vice president for finance and support operations Scott Byers, who helped guide the purchase. “It’s really a land purchase.” So, why would Wilkes University buy the building located at 247 South Franklin Street simply to tear it down? The answer according to Byers, is all part of the University’s master plan. In place of the vacant structure that currently occupies the space, the university hopes to construct a state-of-the-art science, health and engineering facility. “The science programs are of great importance to the university,” said Byers, “but the building they are currently housed in is past its usefulness and is not open to change or renovation.” The Beacon/Nick Podolak Thus, the goal for the space, The V-Prop. LLC building on S. Franklin will be torn down and be replaced by a new science building. once the financing is in place, will be to replace building,” added Byers, “will years before a new science center Stark Learning be much more conducive to the becomes reality. Center’s func- change and flexibility needed for Along with the lengthy process tion as the sci- teaching and learning.” Conseof design and construction, Wilkes ence hub for quently, once replaced by this sualso faces the obstacle of raising the university. perior facility, Stark’s two oldest the funds needed to complete the Following “green” building guidelines, The science programs are of great the proimportance to the University, but the posed science, health building they are currently housed and engiin is past its usefulness. neering building -Scott Byers, vice president for finance and will feasupport operations ture technology in classrooms and laborato- sections will be slated to be torn project. “A new science buildries that will down, leaving the third section, ing would cost approximately reduce energy which faces River St., to be con$40 million,” said Byers. “We’re consumption verted into resident housing. hoping that we can raise $20-25 through the use Wilkes students shouldn’t look million through gifts, grants and of highly ef- for this new building to be up anythings of that nature.” ficient system time in the near future. “A science Although the development and and space de- building is a very big venture,” construction of the science, health, signs that take said Byers. “It will take two to and engineering building will take advantage of three years just to design.” several years and millions of dolnatural light Though the demolition of the lars to complete, Wilkes officials and warmth, building presently inhabiting the are confident that the final product and will utilize space is slated for sometime in will be well worth it. “It will posiproducts made the summer of 2007, according tion the University to offer excelout of renew- to John Pesta, Director of Capilent science programs well into able resources. tal Projects and Planning, it may the future once it is constructed,” “This new take anywhere from five to seven said Pesta. -n up �Opinion ...... / NOVEMBER 20, 2006 6 All Human Existance A Sight for Sore Eyes Angry Rant \. Borat illustrates Americans overly protective BY THE BEACON EDITORIAL BOARD In general, America is an uptight country. We squirm at movies with nudity, restrict curse words from the radio, and generally censor inappropriateness wherever we find it. Compared to our European neighbors, Americans regularly reflect a social attitude that is decidedly ‘buttoned up.’ America is also fiercely patriotic and protective of the way our country is viewed by outsiders. We assert that we live in the greatest country on earth, the country millions of people wish they lived in. That’s why it may be surprising that the biggest movie in America, Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan, is also the most controversial and politically incorrect comedy to hit America in years. The movie depicts Americans with their buttons undone, in some cases with their pants around their ankles, such as when Borat gets drunk with three fraternity brothers who then go on a racist rant and say they wish they had slaves and claim minorities have all the power in America. Once Borat became the number one movie in America, these fra- ternity brothers were understandably mortified and regretted the comments they made. Having the country know you’re a racist bigot is never pleasant. Yet, two of these frat brothers decided to sue Twentieth Century Fox and One America Productions-the companies re- their racist tendencies. Is that the issue, then, that Americans take with movies like Borat, movies that expose-and then poke fun at-the exposure of the hidden opinions, the opinions we don’t admit to? Or, is America more offended by the exposure that we aren’t perfect, that some of us do harbor opinions that are less than sterling? Borat himself is a racist, misogynistic, anti-Semitic, and homoCourtesy of www.certifiedrandom.com p h o b i c man who sponsible for making Borat possible-for makes fun of everyone. His prejuunspecified damages because they dices are not limited to women or claim they were told the footage men, to black or white, to Jew or would never be used in the United Christian, to gay or straight. He States, despite the fact that they literally makes fun of and alienates everyone. He even works in signed movie releases. So, while the fraternity broth- prejudices against gypsies, known ers had no problem being racist, as anti-zyganism, informing peoor even having people outside the ple all over the country that gypU.S. knowing that they were, they sies actually still exist. Surprisrecoil at the notion of their neigh- ingly, though, Sasha Baron Cohen, bors and friends learning about the British actor responsible for A Sight for Sore Eyes 7 7 8 dreaming up Borat, is a devoutly Jewish man who makes every attempt to adhere to the rules of his religion’s Sabbath. Cohen understands that people are generally uncomfortable discussing minorities or different sexual orientations. His movie, however, shows that we do not need to be so uptight about our differences, but should instead embrace them and, sometimes, poke fun at them. The movie illustrates that Americans can be as misogynistic or homophobic as Borat himself is, and it makes people laugh because it forces them outside their comfort zones, forces them to recognize that we aren’t perfect. And, after all, who wants to be perfect, anyway? It’s funnier and more realistic to show Americans as they really are. We need to lighten up and learn how to laugh at ourselves. As Cohen’s movie shows, there are bigots and racists and homophobes in our society. Unfortunately for them, Borat has exposed them to America. We’re better off laughing at his comedy, because the alternative forces us to question where these people come from. ~ Beacon Poll Results The following are results of a poll that The Beacon conducted online this past week. The poll was unscientific, and does not claim to reflect the overall attitudes of students on campus. Results are based on 28 responses. The Beacon asked: What is the most sensational celebrity break up? • • • • • • • • • • Brad Pitt and Jen Aniston -38% Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillipe -29% Britney Spears and K-Fed -11% Nick Lachey and Jessica Simpsonr -7% Richie Sambora and Heather Locklear -7% Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown -4% Nicole Richie and DJ AM -4% Kate Hudson and Chris Robinson -0% Carmen Elektra and Dave Navarro -0% Other -0% Next Week’s Poll Question: Aleksander Lapinski is\/,~;+ \S O\.~O(.&..f ~ o f e~rva too ta-re,. ) Who will be the president in 2008? • • • • • • • • • • Rudy Guiliani Hilary Clinton Barack Obama Jeb Bush John McCain Al Gore John Edwards Ralph Nader Joseph Biden Other Visit www.wilkesbeacon.com to vote. Results will be published in next week’s issue of The Beacon. �NOVEMBER 20, 2006 OPINION 7 All human existence at a glance: Art or Education? BY KRISTYN OSTMAN Beacon Opinion Editor factory prepares cross-sections or dissected corpses to sell for educational purposes. All this sounds pretty good. I mean, lots of medical schools would surely benefit A while back, I penned an article from being able to see how muscles and called, “Drawing the line between art and bones actually move instead of just looking vulgarity.” I don’t really expect anyone to at diagrams. What could possibly be the remember it; however, that story of a littleproblem? known German artist has taken a new turn. Well, aside from the fact that they give Just to recap, Gunther von Hagens planned tours of the plant as workers are picking to open a factory in Poland to mass-produce away at resin-coated cadavers gives me the his “art,” which involved his process called creeps, many are upset plastination. by the project’s lack of Plastination is respect for the dead. But the process of in my opinion, as long as taking a corpse the person donated their and replacing corpse to science, it’s not natural body disrespectful. fluids with soft Initially, von Hagens plastic. This displayed the dissected gives the body bodies as an artistic enough rigidity statement, which I to be displayed. fi nd to be completely Many of you unacceptable, but you’ll may have read have to read past issues about or visited of <i>The Beacon</i> the traveling to know why. However, exhibit known from an educational as Body Worlds. Courtesy of birdhouse.org standpoint, it seems fairly If you have, then reasonable to get a real view of how the you already know his work. Since those human body looks. early efforts, he has transitioned from I can understand why many people are considering his process artwork to more of upset. Sure, it’s difficult to look at one of a business. these bodies, positioned in various action He has kept his initial promise of bringing poses, and know that they were once alive. jobs to the area. Guben, Poland is still This corpse that is now appearing to be recovering from economic reverberations shooting a basketball may have once been of the fall of communism and bringing 200 a man that hated basketball. Perhaps the new jobs has helped many. Von Hagens’s Courtesy of angelingo.usc.edu opposition comes from some inner fear of death or even a fear of being controlled. This body of a man who may have hated basketball is now forced to play, technically naked, for eternity. In some ways, you feel like he should come alive for a moment and say that he won’t do it. It’s difficult to think of a reality where our bodies are not our own. Even though these people may have agreed to have their bodies displayed, we all get a slight knot in our stomachs upon realizing that this person, who still remains flesh and bone like the rest of us, does not exist as he once did. Does existence end once we die? Just because our bodies can no longer feel or think, does it still count that we have a body on earth? Whether or not you are religious and believe in the concept of a soul, the question still remains: is the body counted as part of our existence? If it does, then any manipulation or destruction of the corpse could be disrespectful. Most of what I have to ask is fairly personal. Von Hagens is clearly driven by his own values and beliefs. Those who view his work need to be guided by their own conclusions about the worth of such an endeavor--whether it’s considered art or business. Personally, I want to be cremated once I die for two reasons: 1) not seeing the point in having a body I’m not using and 2) a deeply held fear of necrophiliacs. The Angry Rant: Lightning Round BY TIM SEIGFRIED Beacon Asst. Sports Editor Lindsay Lohan: Just stop. Stop acting, stop singing, and stop going to clubs. We get it. You’re a hot, young actress whose dating resume reads like the Starr Report. You love Paris Hilton, but next week you hate her. We are all very tired of your antics, and the constant stories about how you show up to the set late because you’ve had one too many Mojitos the night before. Remember the old days, when all we heard about you was your fight with Hilary Duff because you were both dating Aaron Carter? Seriously, how petty and desperate do you have to be when the only thing going for you is a fight with another Disney sweetheart over which one of you gets to date the less talented Carter brother. Speaking of Carters, did you see their new TV show on E!, playfully titled “House of Carters”? Oh, I get it, it’s a play on words. How clever of you. It only took five minutes of watching this piece of fine programming before I realized that maybe my family isn’t so bad. Here’s a brief summary: Aaron, who managed to look skinnier than Nicole Richie, was out all night drinking. Older brother Nick, still cashing the royalty checks from his Backstreet Boys days, came to his rescue and proceeded to verbally abuse him with words like “Bro” and “Dude.” Later on, we learn that their sister is in an abusive relationship with a guy who drinks Bud Light. Classy. Britney Spears reportedly ended her marriage with Kevin Federline via text message. I don’t even have a joke for that. According to court papers filed, Kevin agreed to let Britney have custody of their two kids, just as long as Britney will agree to give Kevin full custody of the carton of Kools they bought last week. When did MTV become so awful? Remember when they actually played music? Now it seems like you can’t even watch the network without coming across some brainless TV show that actually kills more brain cells that grain alcohol. Case in point: “Laguna Beach.” Who wants to watch a group of privileged white kids who live in southern California? This season is all full of drama. Apparently, Cameron (a guy) is upset at Kyndra (not Kendra) because she went out with Kelan (also a guy) last week, even though Cameron (still the guy) was at the Peach Pit with Cameron (a girl). Does that sound familiar? Don’t ask me, I just made that up, but odds are you were reading that and thinking to yourself: “That is SO like Cameron!” If the fact that the show is still airing isn’t bad enough, the “stars” are now being offered roles in television and movies. Kristin Cavallari, everyone’s favorite drama queen from the first two seasons, is currently slated to appear in three movies in 2007. That must be discouraging for aspiring actors who spend their time honing and perfecting their craft working in some off Broadway play. No wonder the suicide rate for waiters in New York City is so high. Anyhow, I wouldn’t be too concerned with Ms. Cavallari winning an Oscar anytime soon; it’s only a matter of time before a sex tape with her and Wilmer Valderrama get’s “accidentally” released. My money is on 2009, just before Wilmer releases his biography “My Life in Ashton’s Shadow.” Hollywood must be tough. �NOVEMBER 20, 2006 OPINION Finding the right voice to talk about tough issues BY ANDEE SCARANTINO Beacon Asst. Opinion Editor Know you’ve got to run. Know you’ve got to hide We’re hiding; hiding in the light of diversity on campus. We’ve always been hiding, in some fashion, because what we don’t understand we want to prohibit, and what we prohibit, we don’t understand. The student handbook notes that students may not “intimidate another person because of race, color, religious or national origin, gender, disability, or sexual orientation.” I find myself in a predicament lately, watching words I say because of hyper-sensitivity on campus, and knowing full well that the real world is not such a sanctuary. Because I’m white, if I level any criticism about anyone of color--no matter what this criticism may be--I could be considered racist, though my comment is absolutely not connected to race in any way. I am told I do not understand discrimination because I am a white female; a statement not considered discriminatory. According to the handbook, I am not allowed to voice my distaste for Christian holidays. I was raised by two atheists, and was never baptized or forced to attend religious services. I was told at a young age that God did not exist, and I am greatly offended when students refer to me as “cruel” and “evil” because I do not worship a Christian God, or any God. Yet, there is nothing in the handbook that allows us to file a grievance against an individual who discriminates against me for my lack of religion. Still there is a great light lingering deep within your eyes. Policies that regulate speech limit us. They create categories into which we may slot ourselves. I contend that by highlighting those differences, we are unnaturally segmenting ourselves. Such categorization has the potential to breed hate. Hate evolves from segregation--purposeful seperateness. Speech that is inhibited lessens opportunities for understanding. If we can’t express difference, understanding is impossible. College begins and ends in what seems to be a heartbeat, and many students leave feeling withdrawn and misunderstood, unable to tackle criticism, racism, and discrimination in the real world, since they were so graciously protected in college. Open up, open up, baby, let me in. I want you to understand me. I want you to know that I am discriminated against for being white, because “whites don’t understand.” I want you to know “females are stupid.” I want you to know I hear these statements often, and I know how to deal with them, because I have not been protected. When it comes to discrimination, the handbook never looks at whites, and for that, I feel a great deal of gratitude. I feel I can handle myself in any situation, because I know we’re all different. You expect for me to love you, when you hate yourself, my friend. We need to learn to hate each other, before we learn to love each other. We need to fight and scream, but if our speech is inhibited, how can we reach the point where we talk about these issues, and get to the point of love? Understand that love is the goal. I am not advocating street brawls or bloody noses in the classroom. I am not advocating violence. What I want is for intelligent people to be able to freely exchange ideas and words--yes, maybe even uncomfortable words--to move us forward. Silence breeds misconception and confusion, and while I may be misconstrued as racist, what I want to do is talk. I believe I am, in fact, color blind--but my definition of that and your’s may be different. The only way to discover where our ideas can come together, though, is by exploring such definitions and experiences openly. Color blindness; the ability to speak without looking at color or creed. Where problems exist, they exist because of actions or 8 behavior; not because of color. Yet I, who scarcely looks at anything physical, was recently accused of racism. I don’t judge another based on race. If it’s mentioned, it’s only for descriptive purposes, and often I use other things to describe such as “girl with glasses” or “girl with ripped jeans” or “heavy set guy.” Yet, in a school as white as Wilkes, sometimes color is an easy way to describe a person. I would expect nothing less if I attended a school in Harlem; being called “the white girl,” and I swear I’d think nothing of it. I am proud to be me. I want everyone to be able to express themselves openly--free from fear. I want us to grasp a better understanding of each other before we enter the real world and don’t know how to. I want us to be free, and I want the differences among us to be discussion topics; not forbidden secrets. Everybody I love you. Everybody, I do. Though your heart is in anger, I need your love to get through. I really do, now. Italicized lyric lines from Crosby, Sills, Nash and Young song, “Everybody, I love you.” Second hand smoke an irresponsible danger to non-smokers I don’t want your cancer! BY CURRAN DOBSON Beacon Editor-in-Chief Six years ago, my grandmother died from lung cancer. She had smoked for over 60 years. Two years ago, my aunt was diagnosed with lung cancer, and she has undergone two major surgeries and chemotherapy since then. She smoked for over 40 years. Smoking leads to lung cancer. It’s a known fact. And, yet, people continue to smoke. And, they do so in public areas where their smoke can contaminate other people’s lungs. Unlike some people, I have no desire to get lung cancer. I don’t smoke because I understand the dangers involved-such as possible death-and I definitely don’t want to inhale other people’s smoke when I go out to a bar or a restaurant. Their cancer is their’s; they should keep it to themselves. According to an article in the Herald News dated July 3, 2006, the Center for Disease Control states that 3,000 non-smokers die each year from lung cancer caused by sec- ondhand smoke. The article also stated that So, eating in a restaurant can now pose while the number of smokers has declined dangers to a child’s or adult’s health, and in recent years, as many as 60% of non- spending a night at the bar is an extreme smokers show signs of effects from secdanger for adults. Why should smokondhand smoke. Second hand ers be given the opportunity to smoke has extreme adverse endanger the lives of noneffects for both children smokers simply because and adults. they need their nicotine Children exposed fix throughout the night or the meal? to secondhand smoke Some people claim are at an increased that the smoky atmorisk for sudden insphere in a crowded bar fant death syndrome adds to the atmosphere (SIDS), acute respiratory one needs to drink and dance infections, ear problems, and more severe asthma. The Courtesy: www.sbrha.org and enjoy themselves. Other people also believe that having report also links second-hand smoke to coronary heart disease and lung a smoking section in a restaurant solves the cancer in adults. You may be thinking that problem of secondhand smoke. The truth is that ventilation systems do someone would need to be exposed to second hand smoke for a number of hours or not work. Like the saying goes, “Having even days for these effects to take place. a smoking section in a restaurant is like However, even a brief exposure to second- having a peeing section in a pool.” No one hand smoke has immediate adverse effects wants to swim through pee, and I definitely don’t want to breathe through nicotine-satuon a person’s cardiovascular system. rated air when I want to go out for a meal or a drink. Cigarettes kill people. They also make people’s hands, hair, clothes, and general person stink. And, the danger doesn’t end for non-smokers when the smoker puts out the cigarette. Invisible toxic particles from tobacco smoke stay in a room for three to four hours after the cigarette has been smoked. Really, it’s just not fair to share such a dangerous habit with people who have decided not to poison their lungs. Every state and every city needs to outlaw smoking in public areas. There’s a reason you can’t walk around the mall or sit in class or watch a movie at the theatre while smoking. Why should smokers be permitted to bring their toxins to the dinner table or to the local watering-hole? Hopefully sometime soon, everyone in America will be able to enjoy a night at the bar or a meal in a restaurant without worrying about the onset of lung cancer. �FEATURES NOVEMBER 20, 2006 Interfaith Coordinator 10 9 Salvation Army and Kirby House provide assistance to those in need Wilkes students do their part to help less fortunate during the holidays BY RYAN BROGHAMER Beacon Staff Writer You see them at shopping malls, outside of the grocery store and at sporting events. Throughout the country, the Salvation Army is kicking off its annual red kettle campaign. The ubiquitous kettles, along with their traditional bell-ringers, have long been a staple of the holiday season. For many people, the kettles present a chance to donate to those less fortunate. For others, they offer the hope of a new beginning. Serving the area since 1971, the Greater Wilkes-Barre Salvation Army has assisted thousands of local families in their time of need, and they do more than just help out Santa. “We have beds for people in need, we offer clothing vouchers, we assist in emergencies or disasters and we work very closely with the Red Cross,” said Captain Gilbert Parkhurst, commanding officer of the local chapter. “We’re going year round.” Parkhurst explained that the annual kettle campaign accounts for approximately 15-20 percent of the yearly budget. He said that with the flooding disasters the area has recently experienced, funds are a little tighter this year. “It’s been challenging. Last year at Christmas time, we saw a big decrease in some of our fundraising efforts. Our kettles were okay, but our other donations were down quite a bit, probably about five or ten percent, which doesn’t sound like much, but you’re talking around $50,000 dollars, which is a big chunk of money when the number of families we help is going up every year.” Reflecting on his time as the chief officer in Wilkes-Barre, Parkhurst acknowledged that local need has grown. “When I first came here, our food bank served 45-50 families a month,” he said. “That has gone up to 200-250 families a month.” Parkhurst said that the need is especially evident when the calendar turns to the holidays. “To this point - it’s not even December, yet - we already have over 800 fam- ilies that have applied for assistance for Christmas.” While the Salvation Army is usually thought of for its help with gift-giving, it also offers families a fresh start. In 1991, the local chapter established the Kirby Health Center Family House. The Kirby House guides homeless families with children through a six-month period of transition from crisis to stability. Last year, the Kirby House provided 29 families with services. Parkhurst explained the need for the program. “The Kirby Health Center approached us and said, ‘We notice there’s a place for homeless men, we notice there’s a place for homeless women, but what happens to the families when they become homeless?’ A lot of times other places would only accept children up to age 12, so if there was a family with an older child, a lot of times they were staying on the street. We filled that gap,” he said. “It’s not a shelter; it’s more than that. It’s a transitional living facility, because we want to transition those families from homelessness to leading productive and happy lives. We don’t want to give a hand out, we want to give a hand up.” Jean Zaleskas, director of the Kirby House, noted that the facility is one of a kind in the area. “It’s the only facility in Luzerne County, and most of Northeast Pennsylvania, that will take homeless families,” said Zaleskas, who added that each family that comes to the Kirby House is different. “If they’ve kept their children this far, then they’ve had to have some ingenuity up to this point,” she said. “There isn’t a typical resident; mostly it’s just someone with a big life change: fires, job loss, and even some mental illness. But we do our best to get these families back on their feet.” One resident of the facility getting back on her feet admitted that she wouldn’t have known where to turn without the help of the Salvation Army. Oneida, who declined to give her last name for privacy reasons, said that the work of the Kirby House is a tremendous resource to the community. “My family had nowhere to go. We lost everything we owned in an eviction: all the furniture, clothes. Everything was gone. We came here and they provided my kids with clothes, us with clothes, toys for my children and a nice place for them to go to daycare at the CYC. They helped us get jobs, they gave us three meals a day and snacks for the kids. Personally, it’s been a very good experience and I’m so thankful While she is appreciative of the help at the facility, Oneida says it is unfortunate that the mission of the Kirby House isn’t as well known as some of the other Salvation Army endeavors. See SALVATION ARMY PAGE 11 The Beacon/Nora Jurasits Last week, the Zebra account team for The Salvation Army and a Public Relations class sponsored a kettle drive in the Henry Student Center. About $380 was raised, and another drive will occur from December 6-8 where students can continue to donate for the “Make Change for the Holidays” campaign. �FEATURES 10 NOVEMBER 20, 2006 New Interfaith director encourages faith journey among students BY NORA JURASITS Beacon Features Editor This fall, Wilkes University welcomed Angela Hermes, the new campus interfaith coordinator. Previous to her employment at Wilkes, Hermes taught art history and also served as a campus minister in Illinois. Recently, The Beacon had the chance to speak with Hermes to discuss what she has planned for the interfaith office, and how she hopes to bring students together to discuss and develop their religious beliefs. The Beacon: What are your goals as campus interfaith coordinator? Hermes: I’m hoping that personally I can have a good influence and inspire others, and help them search for what they believe in and know what they believe in. The Beacon: Why do you think it is important to have an interfaith organization on campus? Hermes: It depends on if students are putting their spiritual life as a priority. Certainly, if anyone asks questions and comes tate through speakers. Students looking for tunities for questions. The challenge is to to events, these are forums for discovery identification and inspiration [can gain that] reach as many students as possible to plan through true dialogue and discussion. More through speakers. There are lots of oppor- a lot of programs. than anything, I hope students understand what they believe and why they believe. The Beacon: What does the interfaith office offer to students? Hermes: I hope that the interfaith office is a place where students of many faiths and traditions can come share ideas and convictions of faith in peaceful non-confrontation forum. We’re working on different programs. We had Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, Interfaith group Tuesdays at 5 in the Leadership Development Center in the SUB [Henry Student Center.] There’s the Newman Club, the Islamic Interest Society and the Christian Fellowship Club. There are many opportunities for students to get involved, between discussion and service. The Beacon: How does the interfaith office facilitate these developments of personal faith for students? Hermes: It’s important that it’s non-conCourtesy of Angela Hermes frontational. [We offer] a lot of programs and speakers from different faiths to facili- Hermes, far right, works on pieces for the Empty Bowls Auction with other faculty members who contributed to the fundraiser. The auction was part of Hunger and Homelessness Awareness week, which was sponsored by the Campus Interfaith Office Upcoming Interfaith Events November At The Waterfront Complex 670 N. 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In addition to providing meals and housing for its residents, the Kirby House also offers educational advancements to make sure that the families it sends back out to the world are better prepared than when they came into the facility. “We provide intensive case management. We have a mandatory savings program and debt management program. We make sure they get all the information they need: credit reports, birth certificates, social security…all the cards you need,” said Zaleskas. While the Kirby House provides those people with everything they FEATURES need to succeed, junior English major Kacy Muir said that it’s the community’s responsibility to make sure the Kirby House has what it needs to survive. “Sometimes we don’t realize how bad life can get, and we sometimes ignore the fact that poverty and even bad luck exists in comparison to a bad test grade,” said Muir, who added that she hopes more students will get involved in Salvation Army activities. “The community of Wilkes-Barre does as much as they can, but with the help of students, or even their knowledge thereof, possibilities for funding could be increased.” Zebra Communications, the studentrun public relations agency on campus, is doing its part. Its “Make Change for the Holidays” campaign set a goal to raise $500 for the Salvation Army. In the opening day of the drive, the kettles, located on the Henry Student Center first floor, collected over $200. Zebra member Cheryl Gressley said that working with the Salvation Army is a rewarding experience. “It makes me proud 11 to do this to show that college students really do care,” she said. Parkhurst said that the opportunities for volunteering are numerous with the Salvation Army. “A lot of people think ‘The only thing I can do is ring the bells,’ but there’s a lot more to what we do than the bells,” he said. “A lot of time people ring the bell for us, and they don’t get to see that. It would be great if people would come down on the days we distribute and see the other side, see where all this goes. You could come in and see what this means to the people and to the community and really understand the other side of our fundraising and you’ll be blessed, you really will.” Zaleskas agreed that some of the behind the scenes work is the most rewarding. “If anyone really wants to feel like Santa and get the true spirit of the holidays, come down and help us distribute gifts for the Toys for Tots program. Our gym will be completely filled with huge boxes of toys. They hand you a bag, and it says whether it’s for a boy or a girl, and their age and you…you’re Santa. You’re making this kid’s Christmas morning,” she said. Regardless of how well their campaign goes this season, Parkhurst says he’s grateful for the local support. “We really appreciate all that people do for us, because it helps us tremendously to make a difference. 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VISIT YOUR PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALER OR WINAYARISONLINE.COM FOR COMPLETE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND SWEEPSTAKES RULES. �A&E NOVEMBER 20, 2006 12 Trendspotter This Week in History Crossword Local Band: Slightly Askew 13 14 14 15 The Five Percent gets intimate at Arts YOUniverse artists of all types in the area [the opportunity] to put their work/performances out there for all ages to see.” Since the representatives at Arts YOUniverse are enthusiastic about renting out space to local artistic talent (that is the venue’s niche, after all), the Five Percent approached executive director Kathleen Godwin with the idea. Godwin was all too willing to comply, since she is always eager to get students interested in Arts YOUni- hear where the inspiration behind many of the songs comes from.” “[We will be] telling the stories behind the music. Every Remember the good old days when channels such as song is inspired by something in life, so we felt that it MTV and VH1 aired shows that didn’t feature annoywould be fun to give a little more insight into what our ing, incoherent has-beens or rich, spoiled teens as the songs are about,” Keating said. star attraction? The event is a mutually beneficial agreement for the One such show was “Storytellers,” a program that alband and the venue, since Arts YOUniverse will also lowed fans to hear music from favorite benefit from the added traffic the event artists along with stories straight from is sure to bring in. Godwin, who is avid the band about the making of their alabout supporting local artists of all mebums and songs. (For those who are diums and wants to get the word out too young to remember, there’s surely about events at YOUniverse, also hopes an episode of “I Love the 90’s” that can that this is the first of many events of fill in the gaps.) this kind. For those who enjoyed the show’s enigThe band is also likely to benefit, obmatic appeal, there is good news. At the viously because any performance allows end of this month-just in time for stuthem to be exposed to a wider audience. dents’ return from Thanksgiving breakAlso, Keating said that it will probably local favorite The Five Percent will offer be something “fresh and fun” for the an intimate and fan-friendly show at Arts band, since it is such a different setting YOUniverse, much like the “Storytellthan the venues they usually play in. ers” episodes of days past. For underage fans, and even potential This event coincides with the release fans, this event is a perfect opportunity of The Five Percent’s new album “Our to see what the band is all about. Since Life,” and will give members an oppormost of The Five Percent’s shows take tunity to explain some of the choices place at local bars and venues where they have made in regard to this album. patrons must be 21 to enter, this all The band will also play some songs Courtesy of The Five Percent ages show is a way for the band to gain from their previous album, “3483 Secyounger fans. The Five Percent is, from left, Matt Ralph, A.J. Jump, Neil Nicastro and Brian Keating. onds Of Your Life.” Keating said, “It’s rare that we do an Band member Brian Keating said, “I feel The band will be performing at Arts YOUniverse on November 30 at 7 p.m. all ages show, so we’re especially excited like the whole idea of a storytellers perforthat we get to do the storytellers performance is about giving something back to fans and anyone verse events. mance for a wider audience.” else who may be interested. People always ask about what The event will take place in the ballroom on the secTwo of the members of The Five Percent are formerly this song or that song is about, so instead of explaining ond floor of the South Franklin Street building just of Six Second Yellow fame and Wilkes alumni--Brian lyrics to someone at a bar, it’s nice to convey the meanings across from Breiseth Hall, and will be an intimate set- Keating and Matt Ralph. The Five Percent performs all of the songs in an intimate setting.” ting with only about 50 chairs. Godwin expects that it across the area and, in addition to playing radio-ready The idea for the performance came from the band’s will be an informational and entertaining event. Ke- original tunes, also cover music from everyone from manager, Erik O’Day. O’Day and band members chose ating also explained that those attending can “be sure the Fray to Maroon 5. Their “storytellers” event will this particular venue because, according to Keating, to hear countless ridiculous stories from [the band’s] take place November 30 at 7 p.m. in the second floor “Arts YOUniverse has been great in that it has given travels along the way and will surely be surprised to ballroom of Arts YOUniverse. BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor Schedule of Events Monday, November 20 - Endwell, Emure, xKick toJ tha tha Headx Headx and and HK-47 HK-47 performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. at 6 p.m. Tuesday, November 21 - William Shakespeare’s “Romeo tomeo and and Juliet” Juliet" at at the the FM Kirby Center at 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. m. and 7:30 p .m. - The Let Go performing att Slainte. Slainte. Wednesday, November 22 - Film: Scoop at the FM Kirby p.m. rby Center Center at at 11 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. --The The Five Percent and Crush performing F lg at at The The Woodlands at 10 p.m. Wood Thursday, November 23 Thurs d -- Go Go Gadjet performing at Slainte. Go Ge Friday, Friday, November 24 --The The Collective and Madison Avenue performing C erforming at The Woodlands at 5:30 p.m. at Th~ -- Myriad, 1lder Myria Tread the Grave and the Beholder performing at Backstage at 6 p.m. perfor -- Title Crash Romeo, Near Title Fight, Fight, Losing Losing Caufield, C2 Miss and Echo Screen performing at Café Miss and Echo Screen Metropolis at 8 p.m. Metropolis at 8 p.m. Saturday, Saturday, November November 25 2 -- Dorothy the Dinosaur’s Dorothy the Dinosaur Dance Party at the FM Kirby Kirby Center Center at at 22 p.m. p.m -- September Sky, Sound September Sky, Sounc the Alarm, Bandcamp and the Comeback at Café the Comeback Tour Tour performing p1 Metropolis at 8 p.m. Metropolis at 8 p.m. -- Xcluzive Xcluzive & & the the Soul Soul Revival performing at The Woodlands p.m. Woodlands at at 10 10 p.m. �NOVEMBER 20, 2006 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 Trendspotter: Legwear BY MARISSA PHILLIPS Beacon Asst. A&E Editor Like it or not, winter will soon be approaching, and that means it’ll be time to bundle up. It’s time to take out the scarves, gloves, and those less-than-flattering bulky coats and jackets. Needless to say, some might not consider winter to be the most fashionable time of the year. But despite being bundled from head to toe, don’t forget there is still at least one way to express your fashion sense, and that is with some flashy leg wear. If anything, the cold weather brings more opportunities for accessorizing, and layering. This season, instead of replacing all skirts with pants in order to keep warm, start to experiment with legwarmers, tights and tall boots. Perhaps you were never a big fan of the 1980s styles, and legwarmers don’t seem to be your style. Believe it or not, it is possible to sport a pair of legwarmers without looking like you’re ready to try out for a remake of Flashdance. Legwarmers are currently available in a countless different varieties. Though stores do offer an abundance of bright and bulky legwarmers, there are plenty available that simply add a subtle accent to an outfit. Most stores stock legwarmers in muted colors and of a single shade. Slipped over tights, and paired with simple flats, legwarmers will help you to stay warm in a skirt, and add a cute, unique look. The trend of tall, skinny boots has been mentioned time and again, but often the focus is to pair them with pants. With a thick pair of tights, and a some knee-high boots, you’ll be free to show off your legs all year long. Some may be a bit leery of pairing short skirts with tall boots, but look in any fashion magazine, and it’s hard to ignore that it’s a hot look for this season. T i m e s change, fashions change and now is the time to learn to embrace new trends. The latest legwear allows the shorter skirts to remain in use throughout the colder months and opens the door to many more clothing combinations. Tights are the key accessory for staying warm this winter while still making a fashion statement. It’s time to abandon drab grays and blacks, and start embracing multi-colored patterns and new textures. You can keep with the usual dark color palette of the season and pick up a pair of textured brown or maroon tights, and pair them with a dark skirt. On the other hand, you can make a dramatic statement by opting for brightly colored tights along with a black or dark-colored skirt. In terms of patterns, argyle is a classic pattern. Some other options are flowered designs or polka dots, which, when paired with the right skirt, are actually not as tacky as they may seem. This season, get extra use out of your skinny boots, and pick up a pair or two of fancy tights. This way you’ll be able to continue using your skirts from the fall, and thankfully also be able to keep warm. So remember, this winter season, don’t be afraid to show a little leg. 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B P 29 I ,. K "N A a L 9M R 23 31 8 D E ■ "A L 21 "R A L O 24W E R ■ 2$A :!CIE N A 31 T I "E "B p E V E s .. A --.. "F s L "A C E M R A T E •u p 0 N .. L L I N E L A "s . N e ■ •N 0 p " A R L A o ■ "G 0 "s N o ■ "R N z y "M .. D L E e• - ., A M I "N 0 T "v I s A■ T E E s •A C H s "u "G •E I N I y c_ , E A R L "'o :,oB E ■ :!5L A D y s C A p E - 00R E C A E R T A s s E "R "o "r 0 Y A C "M A ■ "s I "p N 0 s s L T I M E D This week in history BY MICHAEL GIONFRIDDO Beacon Correspondent Brought to you by the History Club November 20 1945: The International Military Tribunal for the Prosecution of Major War Criminals of the European Axis begins trying German war criminals at Nuremberg, Germany. Following Germany’s defeat in World War II, Winston Churchill planned to shoot top German and Nazi military leaders without a trial, but Henry Stimson, the U.S. Secretary of War, pushed President Roosevelt to consider holding an international court trial. Since the trial did not begin until after the death of President Roosevelt, President Harry S. Truman appointed Supreme Court Justice Robert Jackson to head the prosecution team. The four countries pressing charges were Great Britain, the United States, Russia, and France. November 21 1975: A Senate committee issues a report charging that U.S. government officials were behind assassination plots against two foreign leaders and were heavily involved in at least three other plots. The shocking revelations suggested that the United States was willing to go to murderous levels in pursuing its Cold War policies. The Senate Committee to Study Governmental Operations with Respect to Intelligence Activities, chaired by Senator Frank Church, alleged that U.S. officials instigated plots to assassinate Cuban leader Fidel Castro and Patrice Lumumba of the Congo. In addition, the U.S. officials “encouraged or were privy to” plots that led to the assassinations of Ngo Dinh Diem of South Vietnam, General Rene Schneider of Chile, and Rafael Trujillo of the Dominican Republic. The attempts against Castro failed, but the other four leaders were killed. There was also evidence suggesting U.S. involvement in a number of other assassination plots against foreign leaders. November 22 1963: John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States, is assassinated while traveling through Dallas, Texas, in an open-top convertible. November 23 1981: On this day, President Ronald Reagan signs off on a top secret document, National Security Decision Directive 17 (NSDD-17), which gives the Central Intelligence Agency the power to recruit and support a 500-man force of Nicaraguan rebels to conduct covert actions against the leftist Sandinista regime in Nicaragua. A budget of $19 million was established for that purpose. NSDD-17 marked the beginning of official U.S. support for the socalled Contras in their struggle against the Sandinistas. November 24 1859: On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, a groundbreaking scientific work by British naturalist Charles Darwin, is published in England. Darwin’s theory argued that organisms gradually evolve through a process he called “natural selection.” In natural selection, organisms with genetic variations that suit their environment tend to propagate more descendants than organisms of the same species that lack the variation, thus influencing the overall genetic makeup of the species. November 25 1947: Film industry executives announce that ten directors, producers, and actors who have refused to testify before the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) will be fired or suspended. The HUAC hearings were part of the “Red Scare” of the late 1940s and 1950s, during which Senator Joseph McCarthy and others hounded alleged communists, making unsubstantiated allegations against many innocent citizens and damaging many lives. November 26 1941: President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs a bill officially establishing the fourth Thursday in November as Thanksgiving Day. Note: All information is provided by the History Channel and can be found at http://www.history.com/tdih.do Courtesy http://membership.acs.org �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 15 NOVEMBER 20, 2006 - Local Band Spotlight: Slightly Askew BY MARISSA PHILLIPS Beacon Asst. A&E Editor With their simple, catchy lyrics and energetic, upbeat melodies, Slightly Askew is not the kind of band you watch with your hands in your pockets, tapping your toe along to the beat. Rather, they’re the type of band that makes even the most conservative of music-lovers put on their dancing shoes and dance along with the rest of the crowd. Slightly Askew is six-piece band from Northampton, PA. Over the years they have become one of the more well-known bands among Wilkes-Barre ska fans. The band is made up of Ryan Murphy who is lead vocalist, Jacob Huff on bass and vocals, Jamie Thompson and Skip Woehrel both playing tenor sax and Andy Gunderlock on drums. Murphy and Huff took some time to speak with The Beacon about current projects, past performances, and the Olsen twins. The Beacon: So you guys have been a band for more than six years now. What changes have you gone through over the years (lineup, sound, direction, etc)? that you can compare yourselves to? If you don’t like to make comparisons, then just describe your sound. on any particular night in PA. Murphy and Huff: It’s the legitimate love child of The Cars (poppy-ness) meets The Beatles (vocal harmonies) meets The Aquabats (quirky ska). The Beacon: I know that your lead singer, Ryan Murphy is involved with the record label RugRubber Records. Exactly what role does he have in the record company, and are other members of your band involved? The Beacon: For those who have yet Murphy: RugRubber Records is a la- as MU330, Arrogant Sons of Bitches, and of course, Slightly Askew. Go to myspace.com/skaforthecommonman to pick up a copy. The Beacon: Share a story with us, if you will, about the strangest show you’ve played. Or describe one of the most embarrassing moments you’ve had while playing a show. Murphy and Huff: The worst show has been at the Glass House in Akron, Ohio on a tour in 2002. We asked the crowd “Who here likes ska?” and someone yelled “We hate ska” and a few seconds later almost the entire crowd walked out. Needless to say that was an interesting show. Also, we have played in Florida in the middle of a category 2 hurricane. The Beacon: If you can remember this far back, describe your first show as a band in 2000. Murphy and Huff: Our sax player gave the sound guy $20 so we could play four songs instead of three. It was a Halloween show for a sorority at the college we met at. A lot of people were there and it was an overall good first show. Murphy and Huff: There have Courtesy of Slightly Askew been so many line-up changes that Slightly Askew is, from left, Jacob Huff, Skip Woehrel, Ryan Murphy, Jamie Thompson, Andy The Beacon: I know one of your we could dedicate the entire interGunderlock. The band is currently writing a full-length album and plans to start recording popular songs is called “Everyview to it. For the most part, it has early next year. To check out Slightly Askew’s music, go to www.myspace.com/slightlyaskew. body Wins with the Olsen Twins.” been people exploring different So, explain to me, exactly how avenues in their lives and leaving does everybody win? for those types of reasons. As for our to see you guys perform, describe your bel I run out of my basement with my sound, we started out trying to sound live shows. From the ones I’ve been to, friend Tim (none of the members of Huff: Everybody wins, because if like Reel Big Fish, then eventually I can say that there’s definitely a lot of Slightly Askew, besides myself, are in- you read the lyrics, you realize the turned our sound to a more MU330 dancing... volved in running the label). We put out song is about two things: 1.) the fact sound. Now we try to just sound like comps and put out some of our friends’ that we love the Olsen Twins and 2.) to Slightly Askew. Our direction has been Murphy and Huff: Lots of dancing, CDs. We have put out a comp each year promoting world peace by sharing our to play for ourselves and our fans like lots of joking with the audience, lots since 2000, and Slightly Askew has love with Olsen twins with the world us for who we are, and that has never of antics, and lots and lots and lots of been on every single one of them. (honestly, just read the lyrics). changed. energy (but not enough panties). The Beacon: Also, tell us a little bit The Beacon: And lastly, try to exThe Beacon: Are you currently workThe Beacon: Maybe it’s just me, but about what is currently going on with plain in just words, why people should ing on any new projects? ska seems to get a bad rap from a lot of that record label - have any new bands check you guys out. people. Since you started up as a band, signed on, have there been any recent Murphy and Huff: Currently we are have you noticed a change in the ska releases, or are there any upcoming, Murphy: Life changing experience. writing a new full length album and “scene” at all? etc? Huff: Robots in disguise. plan to start recording early next year. We also are planning a small college Murphy and Huff: Yeah, considering Murphy: Right now we are focused To check out Slightly Askew’s music, tour in the spring *wink wink* when we started that there were only a on putting out ska comps. The most re- go to www.myspace.com/slightlyasfew active ska scenes in PA. Back then cent release is the first comp in a series kew. The Beacon: For someone who hasn’t there weren’t many ska shows at all. of ska comps called “Ska For The Comheard your band, are there any bands Now it’s not unusual to find a ska show mon Man.” Volume One has bands such �SPORTS 16 NOVEMBER 20, 2006 Preview of the Week: Men’s basketball vs Baptist Bible Colonels look to make light of their loss to D-1 Rider BY CARLTON HOLMES Beacon Asst. Sports Editor Most basketball coaches deal at some point with trying to take a young team to the promised land. To do so, a coach needs to anticipate potential problems that may plague a young team. Maintaining team chemistry, gaining from experience and learning a new college basketball system are foremost on the minds of such coaches. Head men’s basketball coach, Jerry Rickrode, will be focusing on those issues and a host of others as he launches the 2006-07 season with seven returners to help educate new recruits to the roster. The team can be considered neither “seasoned” nor completely “green;” however, Rickrode will be looking for important leadership from his returning players this year to help the substantive freshman ranks to adjust to college ball. The Colonels will be looking for a quick start as they take on Baptist Bible for their first game of the 2006-07 season at home on Tuesday, November 21. “It’s real important to get off to a good MIDNIGHT MADNESS A large cheese pizza + an 8pc Breadsticks , CinnaStix or Cheesybread $9.99 +TAX VALID 12AM-CLOSE Expires 5/31/076 IMM I start. It gets everyone motivated, and since we have a young team, we have to out hustle everybody, and out play every team for the full forty minutes,” stated junior captain Matt Gould. The Colonels enter the game fresh after their meeting with division I and nationally-ranked Rider University in an exhibition game where the Colonels faced hard fought battle that ended in favor of the Broncs 9652. Junior guard Buzz Kable led the team with 15 points, four rebounds and three assists. Sophomore Steve Kline joined Kable on the boards with 10 points, five rebounds and four assists. Despite the difference in divisions, the Colonels still managed to keep pace, trailing only seven points prior to 4:57 in the half, but it was a wrap from there. The Broncs went on a 20-0 run, and the Colonels could not close the gap for the rest of the game. But members note that playing a team of the Broncs’ caliber has certainly prepared them for the toughest of Division III See BASKETBALL page 17 ROWNIE Buy a large pizza at regular price and get a 1Ope order of our new warm brownies FREE Expires 10/8/06 lrvl The Beacon Archives Dan Adams puts up a dunker during his third season with the Colonels. Adams and the team prepare for Tuesday’s home opener against Baptist Bible. Wilkes-Barre 570-829-2900 154 s. Pennsylvania Ave Sun-Thur 11 am-2am Fri & Sat 11 am-4am ~ ... ~ ~ �SPORTS NOVEMBER 20, 2006 17 Fall Athlete Senior Tribute* Women’s Soccer Men’s Soccer Christina Waldele, Forward Kristi Barsby, Midefielder Dominik Proctor, Goalkeeper Tim Butzek, Forward Troy Gibson, Defense Courtney Eleazer, Defense Nicole Hahn, Server Steve Uhas, Forward Mike Bridy, Midfielder Bryan Riley, Defense Field Hockey Volleyball Women’s Tennis Congratulations to all the seniors on their graduation. The Beacon salutes senior athletes for all they have contributed to wilkes athletic teams throughout their years on campus. Matt Foreman, Midfielder Sara Ryder BASKETBALL from PAGE 16 opponents. The Baptist Bible Defenders have a head start on the Colonels, because they enter the contest with two games already under their belts. The Defenders participated in the Laurel Line Tournament at Marywood Univoting in will takethey place versity Open last weekend which snuck by between Marywood 60-53. The Defenders fell short & but November eightSeptember points at the8th half, bounced5th. back by outscoring Marywood 34-19 in the second Vote now @ half on their wayonline to a victory. Wilkes and Baptist Bible square off www.coachoftheyear.com against one another annually, and the Colonels have enjoyed consistent wins. “We beat them just about every year, but they (the games) have been good battles. They play hard. They are well coached, and I think this game will be a good opening test,” said Rickrode. “We have to match their intensity, because they really bring it. We have to be good in defensive transition, good in containing the ball and we have to punch it inside on them,” said Rickrode. The Colonels come into the contest returning seven veterans, six freshmen and a junior transfer from Luzerne County Community College, and will look to provide a balanced attack that will break down the Defenders en route to their first victory. Rickrode understands the importance of a getting off to a good start, and said, “For a confidence builder it is important, because of the young team we have. We also know that this team will look to get better as the year goes on and we’re just feeling our way a little bit.” The time has come, boys and girls. Men’s basketball season is here, and excitement will fill the Marts Gymnasium at 8 p.m. on Tuesday November 21, as the Colonels will look to place their first tally in the win column against the Defenders. “I’m very excited about the season. I’m pumped. Let’s go,” said Kline. Justin Leach, Defense * Because of the number of seniors in the football program, The Beacon will highlight football next issue �SPORTS 18 NOVEMBER 20, 2006 Commentary GAME OF THE WEEK Philadelphia Eagles v. Indianapolis Colts Charging Colts look to declaw the surging Eagles Double Take BY TIM SEIGFRIED Beacon Asst. Sports Editor 62,229 yards. 458 touchdowns. 5192 completions. Those are the projected career numbers for Peyton Manning if he played until he was 36, all of which would be NFL records. And you thought that he just made those commercials. Manning, the two-time MVP, is already filling up the record books in a career that is playing out like a long highlight reel. Two years ago, Manning threw for a record 49 touchdowns, and last year he nearly led the Indianapolis Colts to an undefeated season and helped them to capture their third straight AFC South title, both feats they are looking to repeat this season. As the season is just past the halfway mark, Manning would appear to be in line to win his third MVP award, as he is currently leading the AFC in quarterback rating, touchdowns, passing yards, and completions. So it should come as no surprise that Manning is putting up those kind of numbers again, but since the Colts lost their running game in the off season last year as the Colts lost running back Edgerrin James after he signed for more money with Arizona, it appears that Manning has to carry the team on his back. For those keeping score, the Colts’ running game isn’t in the top 15 in the NFL, and their primary running back has only scored three touchdowns. Meanwhile, Arizona only has one win. But records and undefeated seasons mean very little to a quarterback who has yet to win the Big One. Despite Manning and the Colts’ prolific run in the last four seasons, they have yet to make it to a Super Bowl, and have only once made it to the conference championship. But Manning and the Colts are looking to take another step toward the playoffs this week as they will host the Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles, who are also looking toward a playoff run, started off the season with a 4-1 record, but then dropped three straight. They’ve since rebounded, but they will need to continue to play well down the stretch, in which they play three of their last five games on the road against some difficult teams, including divison rivals New York Giants, the team that served them their first loss of the season. The Eagles are led by quarterback Donovan McNabb, who is having a great season after missing most of last season due to injuries. His 18 touchdowns is currently tops in the NFC, and he is second in quarterback rating and passing yards. But first, the Eagles will need to get past the Colts and their offense. And if the Eagles want to have a chance against Indianapolis, they will need to forget about trying to stop Peyton Manning, and focus more on matching the Colts on scoring. If there is one way to match the Colts on offense, it’s by exploiting their rush defense, which ranks last in the AFC and has given up an average of 159 yards per game. That’s good news for the birds from the city of brotherly love, as they have a running back who is more than capable of getting yards on the ground in Bryant Westbrook. Westbrook, despite only scoring three rushing touchdowns this season, has average over 70 yards per game when carrying the ball. He will need to carry the ball more than he is used to, as that is the one liability in the Colts defense. Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb will need to be precise and accurate, because any slight mistake against the Colts’ tremendous passing defense could result in 6 points, and despite their inability to stop the run, Indianapolis’ passing defense ranks second in the NFL, and has given up an average of under 160 yards per game in the air. Expect the Colts to establish the running game early on to exploit the weakness of Philadelphia’s defense. Despite their inconsistent running game and lack of a dominant backfield, the Colts have executed nicely in mixing up the rush and the pass. Once they establish their running game, Manning will undoubtedly spend a majority of his day airing out passes to wide receiver Reggie Wayne or Manning favorite, Marvin Harrison. McNabb will have his work cut out for him when establishing the passing game, but will be looking to receivers Donte Stallworth and Reggie Brown to move the ball towards the endzone. U l t i m a t e l y, the game will come down to whatever team can exploit the weaknesses of the other. Both teams will be using the running game early on to take advantage of the lack of defense up front, and both quarterbacks will be using their arms to take the ball downfield. Will this be one more notch in Manning’s belt as he marches once more toward the Big One, or will the Eagles find a way to stop him? Prediction: Colts 37 Eagles 13 Stephanie examines the stats that truly matter... BY STEPHANIE DEBALKO Beacon A&E Editor Honestly, even though my brothers and my dad all watch and, I assume, enjoy football, I know nothing about it. That being said, my choice for the winner of the game of the week is the Eagles. Let me explain my logic. First of all, let’s talk basic laws of gravity. Colts are small horses, who can run, but probably not that fast. Eagles, on the other hand, fly. If you pit a flying animal against a small, running counterpart, the flying one is going to win hands down. It’s like taking Lindsay Lohan and Natalie Portman and seeing who can outparty the other. There’s really no contest. Additionally, the Eagles are green and white, and the Colts are blue and silver, right? Well, that means that the Eagles will blend in well with the artificial turf and can go for the sneak attack. Conversely, it may be worthwhile to consider that the Colts colors are the color of the sky… Coincidence? Perhaps. Or perhaps the fact that the Eagles are the color of the Colts’ territory and the Colts are the color of the Eagles’ territory, since they fly and all, this may just end up signalling the apocolypse. Maybe both teams will combust upon collision. But if they don’t, I think the Eagles will win. �SPORTS NOVEMBER 20, 2006 FOOTBALL from PAGE 20 and one touchdown while quarterbacks Al Karaffa and Jon Stroup combined for 19 passes for 103 yards through the air. “We are very proud of how our team played today against a...quality opponent. I thought our defense established themselves quite early in the football game and our offensive line was really able to set a tone for us up front. Obviously as you watched us play today you saw that the experience from last year’s game went a long way,” said head coach Frank Sheptock, who was named MAC Conference Coach of the Year last week. In addition to Sheptock’s honors , the Colonels swept top MAC conference awards with 14 players named to first or second-team AllAmerican. Senior wide receiver Jim Jordan was named Offensive Player of the Year and junior linebacker Kyle Follweiler was named Defensive Player of the Year. Other first-team honorees included: quarterback Al Karaffa; tight end Matt Pizarro; offensive lineman Jordan Purdy; defensive linemen Jason Acquaye; Anthony Serafin, and Keith Cavallotti; linebacker Tyler Henninger and defensive back Mike Ferriero. One of the keys to the success of the Colonels throughout the season and Saturday’s game was the motivation from the loss to Rowan in last season’s playoff match, the team Wilkes will face next weekend in the second round. “The deficit left a really bitter taste in our mouth. The experience from last year, I think that really helped,” said Cavallotti. Sheptock also noted that the success in this win can be attributed to the staff getting together after the bye-week. “[We decided] that we are going to establish ourselves as a physical football team for the remainder of the year. Obviously we came into the game [today] feeling that we wanted to establish ourselves at the line of scrimmage.” The team advances to the second round of the NCAA Division III playoffs when it plays host next Saturday to Rowan University at Ralston Field beginning at noon. The Beacon/Todd Weibel Junior quarterback Al Karaffa rolls out to his right looking for a receiver downfield during the Colonels NCAA round one playoff game at Ralston field on Saturday. 42 Number of points scored by the Colonels in their win over Washington & Lee in Saturday’s NCAA playoff match. 19 The Beacon/Todd Weibel Football head coach Frank Sheptock discusses a play over with Kyle Follweiler and the rest of the team during the team’s first ever NCAA playoff win. Frank Sheptock was awarded the title of Coach of the Year in the MAC for coaching the Colonels to a perfect 10-0 regular season. ATHLETIC HONORS Football Honors Junior linebacker Kyle Follweiler (Northern Lehigh/Slatington, PA) has been named the Middle Atlantic Conference football Defensive Player of the Year and senior wide receiver Jim Jordan (WyomingValley West/Plymouth, PA) has been named the conference’s Offensive Player of the Year in a balloting of the conference coaches. Wilkes head coach Frank Sheptock was also honored by being named the MAC Coach of the Year. Joining Follweiler and Jordan on the first team were junior quarterback Al Karaffa (Scranton/Scranton, PA), senior tight end Matt Pizarro (Easton/Easton, PA), junior offensive lineman Jordan Purdy (Wilson/ Easton, PA), senior defensive lineman Anthony Serafin (Immaculata/Middlesex, NJ), senior defensive lineman Keith Cavallotti (Scranton/Scranton, PA), junior defensive lineman Jason Acquaye (Franklin Township/ Franklin Park, NJ), senior linebacker Tyler Henninger (Whitehall/Whitehall, PA) and senior defensive back Mike Ferriero (Kearny/Kearny, NJ). The Colonels had four players named to the All-Conference second team. They include senior running back Tom Andreopoulos (Newton/Lafayette, NJ), junior fullback Ryan Gallagher (Southern Lehigh/ Coopersburg, PA), sophomore offensive lineman Josh George (Berwick/Berwick, PA) and senior defensive back Jake Grande (Mainland Regional/Somers Point, NJ). Women’s Soccer Honors Six members of the Wilkes University women’s soccer team have been named to the various All-Freedom Conference teams in a balloting of the conference coaches. The Lady Colonels, who finished the year with a 13-6-1 overall record, are represented on the first team by senior forward Christina Waldele (Hackettstown/Vienna, NJ) and senior midfielder Kristi Barsby (Pennridge/Silverdale, PA). Selected to the second team are Wilkes sophomore forward Catherine Simone (Union Endicott/Endwell, NY), junior midfielder Susie Zavistoski (Edison/Edison, NJ), junior defender Dana Lehman (Redland (PA)/Mooresville, NC) and junior defender Brianna Bertoni (Owego Free Academy/Owego, NY). NUMBERS OF THE WEEK 3 The number of times that the Colonels football team has made it to the NCAA playoffs. 169 Total rushing yards for Tom Andreopoulos in Saturday’s 42-0 win over the W&L Generals. 4 Number of first year players that will be starting for the women’s basketball team this season. 60 Number of points scored by the women’s basketball team in their season opening win over PSU-Harrisburg. �Sports NOVEMBER 20, 2006 20 Undefeated football team earns first NCAA postseason win Colonels score 6 times to blank Washington & Lee BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Sports Editor On the battlefield, it’s usually the Generals calling the shots. But Saturday, Colonels outranked Generals in a battle that may go down in Wilkes history. Fans were greeted Saturday afternoon by the smell of late fall in the air, the grass perfectly cut and the big blue and gold “W” painted perfectly in the center of the football field at the Ralston Field Athletic Complex. All of the preparation of a 10-0 season proved to be well worth it as the Colonels football team pulled away with its first NCAA Division III playoff win in front of a packed house over the Washington & Lee Generals. Three plays into the game the Colonels were out of the gate with their first six points that would eventually lead to a continuation of their perfect season and a decisive win. It was third and three for the Generals from their own 27-yard line when freshman quarterback R.J. Varner threw an interception right into the hands of the eagerly waiting Colonel Bryan Vivaldo, who not only put the Colonels on the board but also scored his first ever touchdown. “It was the easiest one [interception] I have ever gotten. I just walked in. It was great--my first touchdown,” said Vivaldo about his contribution to the impressive Wilkes offensive numbers. After the Wilkes O-line put up an additional 14 points in the first quarter and the defense shut down any hope for the Generals’ offense, the Colonels continued their love affair with the endzone when junior quarterback Al Karaffa handed the ball off to Tom Andreopoulos who broke free for an 82-yard touchdown run. After the game Andreopoulos explained, “Luskin just crushed the kid [in front of me], and I just saw the line wide open...I was just like, ‘Wow, there is no way I can get caught today, man.’” As the Colonels and the Generals headed into the locker room for halftime, both teams were keenly aware of 28-0 Wilkes domination of the first half. As the second half kicked off, the Colonels continued to make it a one sided ordeal from both the defensive and offensive perspective, putting up another 14 points in the second on their way to a final score of 42-0. In the end, the stat sheet told the story. The offense raked in 18 first downs and 387 yards in total offense. Tom Andreopoulos led both offenses with 169 yards rushing See FOOTBALL page 19 The Beacon/Todd Weibel Senior, Tom Andreopoulos sprints downfield on his way to an 82 yard touchdown in Saturday’s 42-0 win over Washington & Lee. .·. · Campus Calendar. ._., Monday 11/20 *No events scheduled Sunday 11/26 *Thanksgiving break Tuesday 11/21 *Women’s basketball vs. Marywood - 6:00 p.m. *Men’s basketball vs. Baptist Bible - 8:00 p.m. Monday 11/27 Friday 12/1 *Men’s basketball vs. Im- *No events scheduled maculata - 7:00 p.m. Saturday 12/2 Tuesday 11/28 *Wrestling RIT Tournament *Josh Blue from “Last Com- @ RIT - 9:30 a.m. ic Standing”, HSC Ballroom *Women’s basketball @ - 9:00 p.m. Delaware Valley - 1:00 p.m. *Concert-Flute Ensemble, Wednesday 11/29 DDD - 1:00 p.m. *Women’s basketball vs. *Men’s basketball @ DelaLycoming - 6:00 p.m. ware Valley - 3:00 p.m. *Men’s basketball vs. Ly- *Piano Recital, DDD - 7:00 coming - 8:00 p.m. p.m. *National Players, DDD 8:00 pm. Sunday 12/3 *Piano Recital, DDD - 2:00 Thursday 11/30 p.m. Wednesday 11/22 *Thanksgiving vacation begins Thursday 11/23 *Thanksgiving break Friday 11/24 *Thanksgiving break Saturday 11/25 *Thanksgiving break Find this Picture on Campus and... WIN CASH *Jazz Orchestra Concert, DDD - 8:00 p.m. This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University’s campus. When you find it, email us the answer at: wilkesbeacon@gmail. com. Be sure to put “Campus Picture” as the subject heading, as well as your name, phone number, and either campus mailbox or mailing address in the body text. A random winner will be picked from the correct responses and will receive a $20 cash prize courtesy of the Programming Board. There was no winner this week. Next issues prize will be $20. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon Newspaper Collection, 1947-present Description An account of the resource <p>This is Wilkes University's <em>Beacon</em> Newspaper collection, 1947-present. We also have digitized copies of the <em>Beacon's</em> predecessors, <em>The Bucknell Bison Stampede</em>, 1934-1935 and <em>The Bucknell Beacon</em>, 1936-1947 June. It should be noted that Wilkes University does not have a complete set of issues for the Bucknell Bison Stampede and Bucknell Beacon. For researchers who are interested in seeing the complete issues for these publications, please contact <a href="https://researchbysubject.bucknell.edu/scua">Bucknell University's Special Collections Department</a>.</p> <p></p> <p>Missing Issues:</p> <p>1947 August 8th<br />1947 September 5th<br />1947 October 3rd<br />1947 October 17th<br />1947 October 31st<br />1947 November 21st<br />1947 December 19th<br />1948 September 9th<br />1950 April 28th<br />1953 April 10th<br />1962 February 2nd</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Beacon staff is comprised of Wilkes University students who are advised by a full-time faculty member of the Communication Studies Department. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1934-present Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright of the Wilkes Beacons is retained by Wilkes University. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Professor Emeritus Harold Cox digitized the collection from 1934-1970 and created a <a href="https://beaconarchives2.wilkes.edu/">legacy website</a>. Digital Archives student John Jenkins digitized the collection from 1970-present. Special thanks goes to Communication Studies Professor Dr. Kalen Churcher, Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Peters, Beacon staff member, Emily Cherkauskas, and other Beacon staff for their help in acquiring digitized copies of the Beacons from 2006 onward. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Beacon 2006 November 20th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 November 20 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communication Studies Department Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University