67 15 4132 https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/0133ab2d55c65e2eb72942aeca98e50a.pdf 83872cc8fe0bf8fd0ce66227e18dff43 PDF Text Text November 10, 2003 Volume 56 Issue 9 www.wilkesbeacdn.com THE NEV\TS 0~ TODAY REPORTED BY THE .JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROV\1 Mayor-elect Aims to Strengt~en Ties with Wilkes, City Council BY GABRIELLE LAMB Beacon News Editor On Tuesday November 4, 2003 the voters' voices were heard as veteran councilman and Democrat Tom Leighton was elected as the new mayor for the city of Wilkes-Barre, narrowly defeating Republican Christine Katsock. The unofficial vote tallies as of Saturday, November 8, 2003 indicated that Leighton received 4,872 votes and Katsock received 4,018 votes--a tight margin of only 854 votes. Democrat Mayor Tom McGroarty, who served two fiery terms in the position, was defeated in the primary election held in May. Leighton, 42, is a life-long resident of Wilkes-Barre and graduated from Bishop Hoban High School as well as King's College. In addition to holding a position on the City Council for the past three terms, Leighton owns and operates C.A. Leighton Company, Inc., a real estate firm also located in Wilkes- Barre. One of the most important issues to emerge at Wilkes over the-past few years is how the University may forge a more productive and positive relationship with city officials. From zoning to parking issues, crime rates and neighborhood complaints, the local universities have repeatedly found themselves at odds with the McGroarty adminis- tration. When asked how he would ensure a better relationship between the city and tfie colleges and universities in it, Leighton noted that the foundation for a better relationship has already been laid. "Well, over the summer I met with Father O'Hara from King's and Dr. Gilmour from Wilkes about how we can improve the relationship and cooperation within the city and the schools. One of the things that is happening, and is happening very soon ... is a Wilkes-Barre City Employees Appreciation game between King's and Wilkes. That way, the city employees can get out and support the game and the schools and have a better relationship with one another," said Leighton. Many students and residents in Wilkes-Barre often comment on the lack ofjob opportunities in the city, another topic Leighton has acknowledged. According to his website " ... attracting jobs will be a top priority of the Leighton administration. Tom Leighton will try to attract high-tech jobs that provide incomes that can support working famtJies. He will especially take advantage of area colleges and high schools to foster education and training programs that put people to work." In recent months, a very public battle ensued between City Council and McGroarty regarding the economic viability of the city, which Leighton acknowledged in a speech made in February announcing his intent to run for a higher office. "Currently, the city operates in a way as if the mayor and the council were adversaries. There should not be competition - - • between the mayor and council - there should be cooperation. We're on the same te·am and I'm going to count. on them for help," said Leighton in February of 2003, according to his web site, www.leightonformayor.co!}1 Other issues at the top of Leighton's list include the economic deterioration of the city, after most businesses and shops in the downtown area have closed their doors due to the lack of business. However, -with the clean up of crime and gar- . ··· .. bage, Leighton feels the city will one day be marketable to businesses and developers. "We need to start cleaning up the city, Public Square, and the neighborhoods. Not Courtesy of www.leightonformayor.com just litter but crime as well. I believe that if Tom Leighton, pictured above, promises to we clean up the city, we will show eco- do his .best to clean up the city of Wilkesnomic developers proof that this is a safe Barre. and clean town. This can be a marketing are going to walk the beat more, especially in tool to get the town an economic boost that our neighborhoods. Also, scooters are the it needs. And people will enjoy a cleaner new trend, so we are going to institute that city, that is free of both trash and crime," kind of patrol as well." said Leighton. "One of the first things to One of the hot topics of the mayoral racehelp lower the crime in the city is to increase the visibility of the police department. They Leighton continued on page 4 Career Services Holds Skills Workshop BY JAMIE BABBITT Beacon Correspondent ,. 2003 Ve er . . The 2003 Veteran's of all militay person forces, de11ts an idea of what it's like to be in a social situation in a business environment. We hope . the students learned how to conduct themselves in a mixer or mingle type of environment, how to introduce themselves to someone, proper etiquette for a business function, the dos and don'ts of how to behave in that kind of environment." As seniors begin to think about wha! they will pursue after graduation, many may become nervous about what to expect when they enter the "real world." Last week the offices of Career Services and Alumni Affairs in conjunction with the Business and Accounting Club sponsored a workshop called "Promoting Your Skills Career Services as a Professional" to teach students the continued on page 2 proper etiquette in a profes- . . . - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - . sional setting and how to make " a good first impression. O"n November 6, 2003 a group of mainly business administration majors met in the Max Roth Center to learn how to conduct themselves in interviews and at mixers. Lisa Mulvey, Career Development Coordinator, said, "We put it together to give the stu- )~:ii( :16 .... 16 �2 NOVEMBER 10, 2003 NEWS Career Services continued from page 1 Once students leave college, they may be faced with circumstances they never had to deal with before. "It can be nerve-wracking to go out there your first time all alone in a situation with all different types of people and you don't know what to expect, you don't know how to conduct yourself," said Mulvey. The workshop gave students the opportunity to obtain some background and get tips from people who have been in similar situations. A significant part of the interview process is the first impression because, according to Mulvey, employers will remember their first impression of a prospective employee, and that person c_an never go back and make it again. Interviewers will notice a person's appearance, body language, and their handshake. Stephanie Rodano, a sophomor.e Business Administration major said, "A lot of people's opinions are based on first impressions." Body language can tell the employer a lot about the person he or she is interviewing. "Your body language is so important. You want to keep your arms down at your side so you look approachable," said Mulvey. Not doing so gives the impression that the person ~s either cold, distant, or is extremely scared, according to Mulvey. The Beacon/Ryan Klemish Wilkes Students discuss interviewing techniques to help them succeed in the "real world". Some tips discussed include arriving on time, dressing appropriately and professionally, being knowledgeable about what is &_oing on in the field, and offering business cards. According to Mulvey, the interviewee should be prepared for anything. Employers want to know how pros~ective employees can handle pressure and how hey can apply their skills to fit in with the company. .Interviewers may look down on someone if they are very negative, if they trash talk their former supervisors, or if they use informal language, according to Carol Bosack, the Director of Career Services. Marketing oneself and making an effort to meet people can benefit a graduate looking for a career. Bosack said, "I would tell people who aren't exactly sure what they want to do to just do something. Just get out there and meet people because you will fall into an area." Career Services ·officials encourage_students who have questions about what to expect in the "real world" to stop by their office. L~.s 1/. 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' · · · he finis w His NJ:; t tional At about the safety of aviation because of the hundreds, perhaps thousands, of shoulderTIKRIT, Iraq (AP)--AnAnny Black Hawk fired missiles still missing in Iraq after the helicopter crashed Friday-- apparently shot collapse of Saddam's regime in April. down by insurgents--killing all six T).S. solOn Oct. 25, insurgents shot down a Black diers aboard and capping the bloodiest Hawk overTikrit, injuring one crewman. On seven days in Iraq for Americans since the Sunday, insurgent gunners brought down a fall ofBaghdad. Chinook transport helicopter west of The U.S. death toll for the week climbed Baghdad, killing 16 Americans in the bloodito 32, including those aboard the Black est single strike against U.S. forces since the Hawk. Two other soldiers were killed near · war began March 20. Mosul, raising concerns that the insurgency An Apache attack helicopter was shot was spreading north. down in June in the ·western desert but the U.S. policy, meanwhile, suffered another two crewmembers escaped injury. setback as Turkey decided not to send troops The latest fatalities brought to 32 the numto Iraq because of strong opposition from ber of American soldiers who have died in Iraqi officials. Iraq in the first week of November. That inThe Black Hawk crashed on an island in cludes one 1st Armored Division soldier who the Tigris River and burst into flames--the died in a non-hostile shooting incident. third crash caused by hostile fire in two In addition, two American civilian contracweeks and the second causing fatalities. Maj. tors working for the U.S. Anny Corps ofEngiJosslyn Aberle said the cause of Friday's neers and a Polish officer also died in attacks crash had not been determined, but several in the past seven days. other officers, speaking on condition of anoThe death toll of32 was by far the largest nymity, believed it was shot down. for any seven-day period since President Bush The helicopter, assigned to the 101 st Airdeclared an end to hostilities on May 1--mainly borne Division, went down about 9:40 a.m. due to the Chinook crash Nov. 2 that killed about a half mile from the U.S. base in Saddam 16. In all of October, for instance, there were Hussein's former palace, which serves as 42 deaths; in all of September, were 31. headquarters for the 4th Infantry Division. The U.S. military said that the number of Afterward, attack helicopters cruised daily attacks on coalition forces dropped to throughout the day over Saddam's home29 last week from a spike of37 the week betown, swooping low over villages and farms fore but cautioned against drawing concluas rescuers picked through the charred sions from the decrease. wreckage of the aircraft. U.S. officials had hoped to encourage more Late Friday, U.S. troops fired mortars and countries to send troops to Iraq to relieve the a U.S. jets dropped at least three 500-pound burden on American forces. Turkey's parlia· bombs around the crash site, rattling winment agr~ed last month to allow the governdows over a wide area in an apparent show ment to send Turkish troops, a move which of force. Other U.S. jets streaked over Tikrit drew sharp opposition from Iraqi politicians. after sundown. At least three mortars were But Secretary of State Colin Powell and also fired onto the U.S. compound but caused Turkey's foreign minister have agreed that no damage. Turkey will not send peacekeeping troops to The dead included the Black Hawk's fourIraq, officials said Friday, after plans for a member crew and two soldiers from Depart- deployment raised sharp opposition from Irament of the Army headquarters, according qis. to a Pentagon spokesman, Maj. Steve Stol'he decision reverses what had been a ver. significant victory for Washington, which has In Mosul, 250 miles north of Baghdad, pressed hard for Turkey to join peacekeepguerrillas attacked a convoy with rocket-pro- - ing efforts in its neighbor to the southeast to pelled grenades and small-arms fire Friday. help U.S. troops there. Turkey is the only The military said one U.S. soldier died and majority Muslim nation in NATO. six others were ~ounded in the clash. AnPowell and Foreign Minister Abdullah Gui other soldier died in Mosul the night before spoke Thursday night by telephone and when a homemade bomb exploded, the miliagreed that the offer of Turkish troops would tary said Friday. be withdrawn, State Department spokesman Both of those soldiers, as well as the Black Richard Boucher said. Hawk's four-man crew, were from the 101 st In Baghdad, about 500 Sunni Muslims Airborne Division, based at Fort Campbell, marched Friday to coalition headquarters to Ky. demand the release of 36 clerics arrested in Three others were injured later Friday recent months. Protesters chanted Islamic slowhen a roadside bomb exploded near the gans including "America's army will be wiped Mosul Hotel, which is now used as a miliout," and "America is the enemy of God." tary barracks, the military said. Mosul, Iraq's They also carried a banner reading "Prisons third largest city, had been considered rela... will never terrify us." tively safe for American soldiers until an escalation of attacks there over the past three weeks. U.S. officers have long been concerned �f ! NEWS ! 4 i Speech and Debate Team Successful at Tournament I l f t I l NOVEMBER 10 2003 Downtown Revitalization Forum Slated for Tonight plan to enhance the positive attributes of BY JULIE MELF debate team. "Most of the people involved downtown and transform it into an active, Beacon Asst. News Editor in speech and debate are nice, outgoing Beacon Correspondent livable center. Participants will be asked to Bloomsburg University provided the Wilkes-Barre city officials have made it their provide feedback and ideas for implementpeople, who make it fun to go tournaments," stage for the 35th Annual Madd Hatter Comsaid Raby. "It was a good tournament over- mission for years to try to revitalize an ailing ing the plan. petition. This competition is one of the largdowntown Wilkes-Barre. Tonight interested all." "This is a critical time in Wilkes-Barre's est speech and debate tournaments on the Junior business management major, Jan citizens and business members will have a history, and we want to be certain that we east coast. The Wilkes University Speech Sokolowski joined Niemiec and Raby with a chance to voice their ideas in a public input maximize the opportunities that lie ahead. It's and Debate Team joined 17 other schools to win as well. She took sixth place in Dramatic session at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Per- only appropriate that now, as we begin thinkcompete there on October 31 and Novemforming Arts at 7:30 p.m. Interpretation. ing about how to turn the Market Study's ber 1, and discovered a "wonderland" of The Diamond City Partnership (DCP) will recommendations into bricks and mortar, that Along with the individual awards, the success. team received an overall award. All the points sponsor the event. we turn to the community again for assisThe DCP is a coalition of organizations, tance," explained Larry Newman, chairperthat each member accumulated from their speeches were added together businesses, and individuals specifically cre- son of the Diamond City Partnership's deto put the team in third place overall ated to implement the six downtown revital- sign workshop task force. ization strategies that resulted from the 200 I for the tournament. The design workshop that follows up on Niemiec also received an indi'llidual downtown \Yilkes-Barre visioning sessions. the public input session will be held Novemaward. According to Niemiec, a total · The DCP includes representatives from over ber 14-15 at Wilkes University's Henry Stuof87 students participated in the tour- 50 city and regional stakeholders, including dent Center. Local architects and volunteers nament. The points they received from representatives of city government, colleges from the local chapter of the American Instiall the events that they participated in and universities, places of worship, cultural tute of Architects will lead teams reviewing were added up to decide individual institutions, businesses, the media and indi- information collected at the public session awards. Niemiec received a 4th place vidual downtown residents and business and and exploring new ideas for the physical deoverall for the tournament. property owners. The partnership is sup- velof)ment of the area. The workshop will "It was very exciting for me be- ported by the administrative and financial re- provide the DCP and city officials with a comcause it was the first time I got an in- sources of the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber mon basis for planning and evaluating fuCourtesy of Jess Niemiec dividual sweeps trophy," said of Business and industry. ture ·downtown development. Recently, the Speech and Debate Team participated in The goal of the public input session is to Nieiµ.iec. "I've gotten a lot of trophies "Our goal is to generate a collection of the 35th annual Bloomsburg Madhatter Tournament in terms of this piece or that piece, but gather information to be used at a design alternative design concepts that can help us and came home with eight awarqs. Overall, the team it was my first individual sweep, which workshop that will explore new ideas for the to visualize downtown's potenti al," said took third place in sweeps. physical development for the downtown area. Newman. was a proud day." Seven team members from Wilkes perThe input session will open with a brief The tournament was not all serious comThose concept drawings will be formall y fo rmed in a variety of categories including petition, however. On Friday night, a 1-Ial- explanation of the findings of the recent presented at a public meeting on December Critical Analysis, Oral Interpr.etation, After loween dance was held for all the teams. This Downtown Wilkes-Barre Market Study. The 1, and then be placed on public di spl ay in Dinner Speaking, Impromptu, and Informadance provided competitors a time to bond goal of the study was to create a reality-based downtown. tive Speaking. The speechand debate team and meet people from other teams. coach, Joe Rasmus was also on hand at the "Our entire team dressed up as characI tournament to judge in these different catters for the Rocky Horror Picture Show," said : egories. Niemiec. "It was a cool team-building type Before the competition, the team practhing. We get along as a team. We have a ticed two times a week and also had indiwonderful dynamic that really fosters a posividual practices. All the time and effort memtive atmosphere that is wonderful for any of · bers put into their speeches apparently paid us to just live in and work in." off, because the Wilkes team came home Raby also thinks that Wilkes members get\ 1 with eight different awards. along well as a team and that he has benefit- 'ef Jess Niemiec,juniorcommunication studted a great deal by joining. "I think speech ies major and captain of the Wilkes Speech and debate has helped me a great deal," said and Debate Team was among the winners. Raby. -'JI have gotten over my fear of speakShe placed in four different categories. ing in front of people, and have met a numNiemiec received fifth place in Dramatic Inber of great people, both on our team, and terpretation, fourth place in Programmed on the other teams. It has definitely been www.shermanhillsappartments.com Oral Interpretation and Informative Speakworth it." l:::: ing, and first place in Critical Analysis. The Best Looking Affordable Apartments In Wilkes-Barre Now that this tournament is over, the team 1 1 Roger Raby, a junior biochemistry major . is back to practicing twice a week to prepare also placed in the tournament. He received for its next competition. The team will be Now accepting applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments third place in After Dinner Speaking. This is competing at Seton Hall University in New Raby's fifth semester with the speech and Jersey on December6 and 7. Centrally Located Laundry Facilities BY KRISTIN KILE STUDENTS WELCOME Sherman Hills Apartments V Leighton continued from page 1 -and a key bone of contention the public has had with city officials--involved the abandoned movie theater project that went awry shortly after the demolition of the property where the theater was to be built. Although Leighton could not offer specific details of the project at the time of the interview, he has said in a previous speech, "I see it as a keystone to our city's recovery. I will continue the efforts I've spearheaded to build a theatre in Wilkes-Barre in keeping with what's come to be known as the Leighton Plan. When asked why he thought the WilkesBarre residents chose him as the next mayor, Leighton claimed a truthful and promising campaign were key. "(I was elected) based on the platform I have continued to hold \ / from the beginning of my campaign. I made 't statements that it is time for the city to move forward. I answered all the questions, even the difficult ones I was asked, truthfully and still do. That is how I am going to serve the next four years: truthfully. I have not misled the voters and will continue to be completely truthful and keep the promises I made to make this city a 1 / better place," concluded Leighton. - Public transportation Carpeting Air Conditioning On Site Social Service Coordinator 24-Hour Maintenance Service · Frost Free Refrigerator Garbage Disposal Stove ~ 300 Parkview Circle Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18702 Monday - Friday 8A.M. to 5P.M. CHECK US OUT TODAY !!!! 570-823-5124 EHO l·. �- EDITORIAL 5 NOVEMBER 10, 2003 Americ·a n Youth .Rushed into Independence Too Soon . In modem American society we are often pressured to reach the state of independence prematurely. No, the South hasn't threatened to break from the nation recently, but another kind of union is certainly being threatened: the union "' of family in America today. Today, anymore whenever parents talk about their kids it's, "Well, I can't wait until they go off to college, you know, get 'em out of the house finally," followed by a tongue-in-cheek cackle. That parental cackle is frequently accompanied by the barely pubescent whine ofa child who says, "I can't wait to get out of the house and be on my own ... alone ... a true adult." What is the rush? In a CNN Internet report, "Wh0 exactly is a grown up?" the life of22-year old Amy Powell is chronicled as she continues to live at home with her parents. A recent college graduate, Powell is struggling to find a job. For this reason she opts to stay at home with her family who continues to support her. Is this strange? Why should it be? While some might argue that the girl is home just to sponge off of her parents (as many privileged suburbanites have been known to do), the prolonged structure of the family appears to be disintegrating in America and there is no need for this. Why do we shy away from admitting prolonged involvement, and yes, dependence? Yes, there is something wrong with parents supporting children indefinitely, but even if a child does have a job after graduation, why must he or she feel socially pressured to leave the house of those who have loved them for so long? If one shares the love that was there 18, high school gr-aduation, or 22, the traditional age of college graduates, total financial, emotional, and physical independence seems an unrealistic expectation in our culture. Everyone has to find something or someone to tum to ... and if the family is no longer there, that is when the real problems set in. When daddy's little girl goes off to school or out on her own, what can happen is that she's likely to tum to other people or things on which she thinks she can depend. In the worst case scenario this can lead to some bad choices and reliance on drugs, alcohol or other substances. In other cases, the search for a stable force on which to rely may lead to a sequence such as: the boyfriend, the fiancee, the job she limits and locks herself into for life (because she really, really loves him), the marriage to the guy who isn't as dreamy as she once thought, and then yes, of course ... the children. By age 24 or 25, she has already created for herself a life-sentence. For some, this might be the ultimate goal, but for many it is a rush to fill a v9id--one that often creates others. It simply seems to be a rush to go nowhere fast. from the beginning, it should by all means remain. So why must teens and self-proclaimed adults feel that need to go out and "find their identity?" A young person can still do that while keeping ties at home. Whether the benchmark is age Then the cycle repeats in which the parent at age 40-something (after years of sleepless nights and problems with bills, toddlers who become teenagers and teenagers who become tr~uble) can't wait to get the kids out of the house. And why? Because you simply didn't get to appreciate everything you had at home in front of you and around you when you were still young (yes, fellow graduates, age 22 or 23 is not a sign you'll be shopping at the grocery store on Tuesdays). Being a true adult is realizing who you are and sometimes acknowledging that too much independence too soon can leave you hanging. Just look at other world cultures for an alternative to our American drive for excessive independence. In the Chinese culture, for example, it is very characteristic for a man to bring his new wife to live in the house of his parents ... the more the merrier and a family lives on. In the Indian culture even seen within the United States, the entire family stays together, living in the same household, pooling their money and re- suiting in family owned and operated successes. Call it stereotyping, but not only does it result in logically produced success, but more importantly, it maintains happiness, and a continued bond for ·families. The Asian cultures have been around much longer than the American one. We can learn from others. There is so much out there, people. And working together with family can only help young people get through these crucial times so many of us fear. We don't have to decide between a career or family-we can have them both. Give and take by help out those who have helped you ever since you were born. Once family members are gone, they will never come back. Appreciate them while they are here. E ~c ON, BTHE . ~ . Staff Managing Editor: ............................. Gabe LeDonne As • E • h 1C st. Managmg d1tor: ...............t.···· Rap ae ooper Business Manager: ........................... David J. Grasso Asst. Business Manager: .............. :···Ainanda Martucci News Editor:..................................... Gabrielle Lamb Feat ures Ed't · I or:............................... L.mds ey n, vvo tams • Ed'1tor:............ Me1·1ssa J urgensen Arts·/E ntertamment ppinioil/Editorial Editor: ................ Ginger Eslick Sports Editor: ................................... Stephen Kemble Photo Edit,or: ..........................._. ........ Kristin Hake Layout Artists: ...................... :· .......... Jennifer Marks Kerri Parrinello Kevin Fitzsimmons Joe DeAngelis ,,........,..__,.____,.________....,,Asst. News Editor: ............................. JulieMelf Asst. Features Editor: ....................... Elvira Illiano Asst. A&E Edito~: ......... ~ .................. Monica Cardenas Jeff Geller Asst. Op/Ed Editor;.......................... Sabrina McLaughlin Asst. Sports Editors: ........................ Will Midgett Asst. Photo Editor: ........................... T. Mick Jenkins Web Manager: ..................... :'°····· .. ·· .. Don Shappelle Faculty Advisor: ............................... Dr. Andrea Frantz Box 111, Wilkes University 192 South Franklin St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 E-mail: wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com ". Background * Established in 1944 * Member ofthe Pennsylvania Newspaper Association ' , *Printed on Mondays, with the exception ofholidays * 1,500 papers distributed weekl �NOVEMBER 10, 2003 EDITORIAL 6 Acknowledging the Importance of American Small Businesses BY RUTH HUGHES Director ofSmall Business Development The United States landscape seems filled with large businesses, corporate conglomerates and "big box" retailers. Many ask how a small business can compete. In fact, small businesses still form the backbone of the American economy, accounting for 99% of the employers in this country as well as 2/3 to 3/4 of the net new jobs. Several questions arise in the debate about the importance of small businesses. First, how important are they really? Would it be so terrible for the economy iflatge busi- nesses dominated the economic landscape, as they do in some other countries? Second, if we do believe in the value of small business, what can be done to ensure their survival? Small_business has shaped the structure of this country since its founding. We all love to hear the tales of "rags to riches" that typically involve a new business. DuPont started as a small gunpowder producer in the very early years of the US. Sam Walton began his retail revolution as a small enterprise in Arkansas. Unlike other areas of the world where wealth is so often accumulated by inheritance, in the United States wealth has come traditionally from business enterprises. The fact that family status mattered far less to · success in the United States than business acumen led to America's reputation as a land of opportunity for anyone. In addition to rich historical traditions, small businesses provide lessons in business culture and ethics. Small businesses are less likely to relocate based on trends, thus providing the regions where they are based with a more stable workforce. Because ownership tends to be visible to the employees, the workforce also will usually feel a great deal of loyalty to their small business employers. Many employees of small businesses recount tales of caring employers that l<now them, know their families and take the time to truly motivate them to succeed in ways that a large corporation cannot. In one case, a small regional retailer treated his entire workforce to a vacation aboard a cruise line when they exceeded sales goals for the year. Howe~er, small businesses do face hurdles and have gaps that need to be filled. Many small businesses need to become more efficient in order to effectiv~ly compete. Often they have a sense that the owner must wear many hats and should not delegate duties. Similarly, many small businesses do not realize the need for standard operating procedures or continual improvement. Large businesses should not be viewed as ogres ready to swallow these small enterprises; many of them should be examined for their good operating practices. Many large businesses have grown because they do implement innovative procedures and most have, by necessity, standardized many of their operations. Nowhere is the gap between large and small businesses more evident than in the current retail landscape. Small retailers now face intense competition from large companies such as WalMart and Target, as well as from specialty retailers like Barnes and Noble and Home Depot. The Small Business Development Centers and others have worked diligently with small retailers to show them how they can compete with these "mass merchandisers" Competing in that market requires vigilance to ensure maximum operating efficiency and superior customer servjce. Small businesses need to understand that they must work harder but also that they are in a unique position to offer truly personal service for their customers. My experience at the SBDC is that small businesses do face time management problems but that with training and individual consulting support to develop efficient operation they are able to effectively compete with their larger counterparts. Small business does matter in the United States and its continual strong presence in the economy should matter to us all. Your Voices Medical Malpractice: Placing the Bl3me on the Wrong People BY MICHAEL BROWN Biology Major/Pre-Med Scholar, Class of2004 The purpose of this letter is fo comment on the article by Ms. Sabrina McLaughlin dealing with the medical malpractice issue in The fieacon 's October 20, 2003 edition. Also, this will serve to supplement the letter written by Mr. David Grasso, published in the November 3, 2003 edition of The Bea- con. On the surface, it may appear to most of the American population that physicians are a part of the upper end of the socioeconomic ladder. This is not entirely the case in the state of Pennsylvania. The largest reason for this is the rising cost of medical malpractice facing not only doctors, but also the patients. The yearly earning of a primary care physician (family doctor) in the Scranton metropolitan area based on figures for 2003 is $130,189. At first glance this may appear to be a very hefty sum of money for the doctors' coffers; however, subtract the $70,000 it roughly costs that same doctor in medical malpractice insurance costs. This leaves the physician with an income of$60,189. Again, this may seem to be a decent wage, but there are even more costs that affect this sum. According to the Association ofAmerican Medical Colleges (AAMC), the annual cost of public medical school in the United States in2002 was $27,513. The cost of attending a private medical school averaged $43,786 per year. (These numbers earned money, please read on. creased 70% in 2002 from their levels in 2001 . include tuition and other fees .) The AAMC According to a Times Leader article deal- This has caused many hospitals to reduce further points out that the average inedical ing with local surgeons restricting their prac- services or close doors. The effect of reduced school graduate of the class of 2002 ~as tices, some doctors in this state are facing services can even be felt very close to the $103,855 in debt. On a ten-year repayment double- and triple-digit increases in liability Wilkes University campus. The Nesbitt Hosplan, this amounts to nearly $2,000/month to insurance premiums. The Surgical Specialist pita) in Kingston has been forced to close its be repaid. group, which is located in Wilkes-Barre, is obstetrics unit. However, the space is not This lowers the physician's earnings to arguing that the excessive malpractice judg- going unused. The hospital is using the floor around $36,000. The only variable left to fac- ments have increased premiums and has even for another endeavor, a psychiatric ward. tor in is the cost of running a practice, which caused insurers to refuse insurance to Penn- This situation has proved to be a sadly ironic incurs expenditures that range from paying sylvania doctors. iwo such companies are evolution that is equivalent to the plight of staff to paying for supplies. Also, there is the MIIX Healthcare and Princeton Insurance Co., health care in Pennsylvania. If these trends cost of living, which may include a fami~. both of which are based in New Jersey. This continue, instead o'flooking locally to find an Suddenly it seems that your family doctor trend can eventually lead to a possible mo- obstetrician to properly deliver a baby, one isn't the rich person you will only see psych warcls with thought he/she was. a novel amenity, a baby room. Ifthis example wasn't .On the surface, it may appear to most of the To resolve this issue many enough, take for instates have imposed limits on stance the plight of the American population that physicians are a part of the how much money can be obstetrician/gynecoloupper end of the socio-economic ladder. This is not awarded in a malpractice case, gist. In the Philadelphia entirely the case in the state of Pennsylvania. while others limit how much of area, the average OB/ the award is granted to the atGYN will make $204,949 torneys. Also, some states have in 2003. However, they - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - implemented a review panel for will receive a bill for$ 152,730 in medical ma!- nopoly in the insurance industry that will each case tlfat includes medical and legal expractice insurance costs. This leaves them drive insurance rates even higher and cause perts who look over the cases before they with an income of$52,219. This number does more physicians to leave in order to find lower can go to trial. not even take into account the costs of loan premiums. In order to stop the exodus of physicians repayments and practice costs. So do these Not only are doctors affected by this trend, from this state, lawmakers must implement figures show that the doctors of Pennsylva- but also hospitals are facing the same issues. versions of these reforms, which will lower nia are greedy and guilty of political extortion Some hospitals face a $4 million to $5 million · the premiums the insurers charge. If these against the masses of this good state? I cer- per year bill to cover malpractice costs for its changes are not made, we, as Pennsylvania tainly think not. However, if you still are con- physicians. According to Evelyn Brady of residents, will have to travel to out of state to vinced that doctors are out to get your hard the Times Leader, insurance rates have in- keep appointments with our "local" doctors. ------------------------------ �NOVEMBER 10, 2003 7 FEATURES Simon Says Strike Up The Band Wilkes' civic band is under new direction BY ADAM SKUBA Beacon Correspondant Dr. Valerie Kalter ." , . , Dr. ValerieXalter, Associ~te Prof~~g(pfBiology and advisor qfTri'Beta, specializes in teaching anatomy andphys1ology to lJiology, pre-we~ and nu.rs.. ing students. Kalter, who began"tea<;:tiing at Wilkes in 1991 ·, talks to Th Beacon about her latest research andwhy she feels WUkesjs a great place t teach. Beacon: What research are you working on right now? Kalter: I look at the effects of particulates onthe growth cell culture from the lung, pulmonary fibroblasts to be specific, looking at the effects of nicotine, more specifically,,on and how nicotine alters cell growth . and function . .You might be surprisedto ½n,ow that according tp the . ,, . Handbook of Chemistry and Physics, ni~tine is the seco9d "l~st toxic substance <!fter yyanide_:, .... . you think of the number of people that are ingestjng it through.smoking and various tobacco. products, · they are ingesting an extremely toxic substance. Beacon: What is your favorite thing aboutWilkes University? , Kalt~: I think the ability to interact with students on a regular basis because,~hen you have really larpe classes.at a large school; you'rejust a number to your professor, and here we)n most cases get to know them by name. I try to do that in all my clas~ I tty to Jsnow all the students ,bynamesand g~t to them a little bit outside of class,too, abouttheir int~rests:,,. Workingwith students,. and the enthus~ · the students have ... at a bigger institutjon, you just don't get that _k ind of give and take int~racli!;)n, Beacon: What kinds of classes do you.t each? < . i : .. Kalter: The only -course that I actually'teact1is,forthe ~ursing students: Hilman Anatomy' and Physiology/ ] teach upper level courses for biology maj~rs: ldon'( teach an)l'.re~red C9urs~. All -0f my courses .are h electives for bio majors. I teach Histqlogy, which is micros_c opic anatomy, I teach ComparativeVe.i;tebrate Anatomy, Mammalian Physiology and End9crinol?gy ... Those,arc;1.all subtopics within.Anatomy and Physiology. ' Beacon: What else have you done while at Wilkes? -t Kalter: I've also been involved inthe Women's Studies'Program in the past. J have , nentored several capstone projects. I was on the;Women's Studies (;ommittee for several years, but lam not now due to other'commitments ... 'Most of the people on ' e committee ar~in tl}e ~gcial scienqes. l was tpepn,ly one representing the scien,ces, so tmentqfd those projects [c~pstones cfone by 'biology majors,l. them 7~. 2001. ~duce duced to the tHos>se its is not : floo r ward. ironi c ~ht of :rends ind an v, one s with )Om. many its on m be : case, l!Ch of he ats have ~el fo r ;alex~ they ;icians .ement lower f these ,1vania ;tate to octors. Beta Beta Beta Beta Beta Beta (Tri Bet chapter of Tri• Beta holds Mike Brown, senior biol tells The Beacon There's a new face in the crowd at the Wilkes University football games, but you won't spot him on the field. He is in the stands with the Civic Band. Philip Simon, Director of Music Education and Instrumental Studies has taken on many tasks since he landed his position in early July, one of those being the director of the Wilkes University Civic Band. Contrary to popular belief, there is a difference between a pep band and a marching band. "A pep band and a marching band are sort of the same, only difference being that-a pep band is in the stands and a marching band is brass instruments as well as string bass and the bass guitar. For nearly thirty years, he lived in Washington D.C. and played professionally with the First Army Band. After that, he then decided to return to school and pursue his doctorate. In the meantime, a position opened at Wilkes University and Simon was chosen to lead the department's efforts in instrumental music. Along with the duties associated with the director's position came the responsibility of leading' the Civic Band. Until Simon came, the band was makeshift at best. "Sometimes there would be all th~ members in attendance at the games. Other times only one and sometimes none," said Simon. Simon is not sure how much of kno~;' The Beacon/T. Mick Jenkins The Wilkes University Civic Band entertains the crowd at Saturday's Footbal game against Delaware Valley on the field," said Simon. Simon, who comes to Wilkes from Thomas Jefferson High School in Fairfax County, Virginia, holds a B.M. in music education from Boston University, and an M.E. from the University of Maryland. Simon is currently enrolled in the D.M.A. program at th_e University of North Texas. · Prior to his elementary education, Simon had not yet been exposed to the true enrichment music has to offer. No one in Simon's family pursued a musical career. He was encouraged greatly by a number of fine teachers. "They encouraged me a great deal and gave me all the tools I needed to become successful in music," said Simon. He studied under the direction of a member of the Harry James and Benny Goodman bands during his elementary years. During his middle school years, he met the most influential person in his musical career. Donald Burke, the first African American he knew personally, acted as his accompanist throughout his school years while providing him a wealth of knowledge. Simon specializes in playing the tuba. His is also skilled in all of the an impact the band has on the football team's performance but he did say the coach enjoys the effort the band puts forth. Jason Nickle, a sophomore football player at Wilkes University, believes the band plays an important role in creating atmosphere of the game. "I don't know how much of an impact it has on us [football team] directly, but it really sets the stage for the entire event, "said Nickle. Nickle believes the band is doing a terrific job and should continue to keep up the hard work. Hard work it's going to be. Simon has set a numb_e r of goals set for both the Civic Band and the music program in general. "I would hope to see the band become a club. That way, we can have at least one or two scheduled practices a week," Simon said. Simon also hope the Wilkes Music Education Program will become a leader and a model for other small universities to follow. By implementing new teaching tech~ niques, he hopes the future music educators will greatly benefit from the aspects of the music program already in place and those, ·which still need to be added. �8 FEATURES NOVEMBER 10, 2003 Advisory Teain Focuses on Holistic 1st-year Experience search of the right faculty and staff to create tice any students who might be having trouble who come to see him. He'll advise them in Freshman Faculty Advisory Team. As of to- in their classes and can recommend them to simple ways, even if that means reading over a paper for a student or helping a student day, the team consists of six members: four either Harrington or one of the six advisors. Then, the advisors will get to know the stu- manage their time so that they can get all Being the new kid on campus can be con- professors and two staff members. in the past, faculty members would rec- dents a little better by just talking to them. their work done and still have down time. fusing, to say the least. Many freshmen don't Over the past two weeks, though, know even the most basic of survival infor- ommend students to see their individual ad- For Harrington, this is a very important step mation: where to go grocery shopping, the visors if they were falling behind. Sometimes, in the process. At the beginning of the se- Harrington said that he had at least 70 stunames of the classroom buildings, how to though, students would not feel comfortable mester, he set up meetings for the freshmen dents come see him. He believes that this is because it's one of the hardest points of the count credit hours, and this is just the begin- . going to their advisors for help, a fact driven within each major to introduce himself. semester due to the workload by many realities such as insening ... and midterms. "Right now, with However, Wilkes is working on a solution curity, poor matches in personthe middle of the semester and to help all freshmen get the guidance they ality, and a student's desire to heading towards the end of the need. The new pilot Freshman Faculty Advi- possibly change majors, to semester, that tends to be the sory ·Team is the latest upgrade to student name just a few reasons. So the time is when students' problems advising and is designed to give students team wanted to create a more personal advising system that are coming to a peak, because if not one advisor, but a whole team. they are having difficulty, they "Freshman year is a very difficult time to ensured students wouldn't fall · need a real boost to kind of plug adjust because it's the first time a lot of through the cracks. "We wanted students to through it and get ahead of it," people are experiencing different types of independence that they didn't have ih high have more personal advising," said Harrington. Harrington believes that all school," said Jim Harrington, Professor of Loeschke explained. "Students the students have the capabilmusic and Coordinator of the new advising have so many questions and so much confusion when they ity of getting through the program here at Wilkes. school year, but they sometimes But Wilkes has found a new_way to help first come to college, and we students deal with the pressures of the fresh- wanted to make sure we were Faculty advising coordinator, Jim Harrington joins two of his advisees: just need an extra push. This is why Harrington believes this is man year. The project, based on a team model as proactive and helpful as we freshman Ashley Gibson and junior transfer student, Jay Price. used at other universities, began by assem- possibly can be." the best job he has had in his "My goal would be to meet everyone in a career at Wilkes. Harrington has worked in bling a Freshman Faculty Advisory Team at The advisory team can also help ,undethe beginning of the fall semester to help cided majors who don't have a set academic one-to-one meeting," Harrington said. But many important positions on campus, includfreshmen students in the College of the Arts, "home." Through this program, first-year stu- whether the student meets with Harrington ing being the first director of the Wilkes ComHumanities, and Socia:! Sciences (CAHSS) to dents have the oppo~nity to talk with any or another member of the team, the goal is to munity Conservatory. achieve greater success in their first semes- of the seven advisors on the team as well as address potential problems and work out so"It's the best job that I had since I've been Harrington and their own assigned major ad- lutions using the resources both on and off at Wilkes," he said. "I really like to work with ter of college. President Dr. Joseph E. (Tim) Gilmour, Pro-. vis•or. Any and all of these Wilkes represen- campus such as the Leaming Center, Writing the students here." vost Dr. Maravene Loeschke, and Vice Presi- tatives are prepared and available to help stu- Center, campus counseling, or Student AfIf this pilot is successful, the prognJm may dent of Student Affairs Paul Adams proposed dents with whatever decision-making pro- fairs. spread to other schools including the new the original plan. They then offered cesses lay ahead. Dr. Mark Sowcik, the Wilkes University Sidhu School of Business and Leadership and The current focus of the team is to iden- Psychologist, has met with a few new stu- the School of Science and Engineering by Harrington the position of Coordinator, which he accepted with enthusiasm. Harrington has tify students who seem to be falling behind dents whom the Advisory Team or Harrington next fall. As for this year's freshman class, a noteworthy reputation o_n campus as an in their studies. "We're trying to work with directed to his office. But many outside of two advisors will stay with the class next year advocate for students' academic achievement students who are showing difficulty with their the Advisory Team, such as Resident Assis- and the other two will advise the 2008 freshand seemed like a logical choice as coordina- academic achievement right now and trying tants, are also aware of counseling services man class. tor. "I knew he was somebody who was to help those who are having difficulty [to] and make referrals regularly. "Some of the In the end, the Provost notes, "We want deeply dedicated to individual students," improve," Harrington said. The team meets folks who are on that committee have referred the people here at Wilkes to provide eventuLoeschke said. "I just knew he was a natural regularly to discuss issues and brainstorm to me in the past, so I think they're kind of ally a real state-of-the-art advising system," for this decision." solutions. aware ofmy services," Sowcik said. Loeschke said. "We are really serious about Once appointed,_Harrington then went in Professors can tell Harrington if they noHarrington enjoys working with students good advising here." BY JOSEPH DeANGELIS Beacon Layout Artist Manuscript Tradition Expands BY JESS NEIMEIC Beacon Staff Writer "I love it. It's a lot like a class. The way we think critically about all the different In a day and age where technology and pieces, and decide if it's something we want gadgets come out almost faster than we can to publish," said Monica Cardenas, senior think of them, "tradition" isn't a word that's English major, and Manuscript staff member. heard much. But the Wilkes University literThere is yet another new idea coming to ary magazine, The Manuscript, has a trafruition in the world of dition it's proud of. The Manuscript this Now entering it's 56th year, The year. For the first time in This is an opportunity to be exposed to not just some really Manuscript has weathered the test of great literature, but some really great literature composed by its history there will be time and even predates the name "Wilkes more than one magazine members of the Wilkes community--faculty, staff, and University." released within the conespecially students. In the days when Wilkes University fines of a single year. -Becky Goodman was Bucknell College, a few students Rather than just having Manuscript Staff Member got together and decided to create someone version come out in thing that would display the many tal- _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ the spring, there will be ents of their colleagues, and peers. a magazine coming out asking for original music," said Becky Thus, The Manuscript was born. . to end both the fall and spring semesters. Goodman, sophomore English major, and secThis year, however, while still maintaining "This i~ an opportunity to be expo~d to ond year Manuscript staff member. a tradition in terms of offering a creative outnot just some really great literature, but some The addition of original music creates one let for campus members, there are a few new really great literature composed by members more facet to the magazine and brings new things to be added to the usual contributions of the Wilkes community--faculty, staff, and challenges to existing staff. of artwork, poetry, and prose. Editors of The Manuscript have decided to update delivery methods by releasing a · CD-ROM version this year as well as the conventional print version that has been its tradition. "There are already flyers around campus especially students," said Goodman. The literary merits of the publication are quite high as well. There are a wide variety of people that work together, trying to create something great, and it seems they all contribute in different ways to come up with something they all can be proud of. "I look"'for meaning, word choice, and form. Everyone in the group looks for something different. There are so many different personalities, it really makes for a diverse selection," said Cardenas. . The Manuscript is still accepting entries, so anyone looking to get some original work published, the spring edition hasn't even entered the editing stages yet. "We always get a lot of great stuff," said Goodman. "It's hard to believe sometimes that the people sending this stuff in are the same age as I am. They're so good. I feel like I'm helping out the campus, _getting this wonderful stuff out there for all to read." �NOVEMBER 10, 2003 FEATURES 9 Local Church ·Choir Seeks Student Director BY KEVIN FITZSIMMONS Beacon Layout Artist The pre-professional opportunity for a Wilkes student offers potential for a lot of non-monetary rewards, however. Gail Minichiello, CoordinatorofCommunity Service at Wilkes University said, "Students [who volunteer] will be productive, feel good about what they do, and make a difference." It would also be significantly appreciated. Choir member Ann Hewitt said that since the beginning, there seemed to have been a constant hunt for a director to help the singers ways do it. So we have kind of been fishing around to find someone that i_s not singing to say, 'Wait, let's try that one again'," Hewitt said. The individual who takes on the role will find a comfortable environment to work on communication and leadership skills, offer guidance, and take part in an unparalleled learning experience. Hewitt adds that the individual will have to be dedicated and meet with the group once a week for re- "Don't call us. We'll call you," is the attitude many college students face when *· . searching for that pre-profess10nal expenence that may garner them a second glance from future employers. It's tough to find opportunities with organizations willing to take a chance on a previously untested collegeaged student. However, for one local group, a college student is just what they are looking for. The Plains Community Church Choir is one group that has recently sought volunteers to direct with little luck. Composed of members from various churches in the Plains and Wilkes-Barre community, the choir is in search of a volunteer, possibly a music major, to help direct the choral group comprised of approximately 30 members. Assembl ed in the spring of 2002, the Plains Community Church Choir has been singing its way to steadily growing numbers, and now seeks a committed individual to offer guidance to the group. Plains United Presbyterian members, Nancy Baker and The Plains Community Church Choir performed recently at a local Lion's Club event. The Elaine Perta founded it. Choir is currently seeking a volunteer director. Working together to get the idea off the ground was no easy task. The improve. hearsal and attend all the concert events. group relied on numerous fundraisers, such "We never really had a formal director Churches located throughout the comas selling t-shirts, to help them achieve their since this was started. A minister, Pastor Barb munity have been undergoing similar congoal. The group is composed strictly of dedi- Roberts from Plains United Methodist . straints due to lack ofvolunteerism. Kevin cated volunteers, from the singers to the pi- Church, used to direct us, but she has so Gaughenbaugh, Campus Interfaith Coorano player, and therefore, the director posi- many responsibilities because of her congredinator at Wilkes said, "Sometimes what tion will also be unpaid. gation and the community that she can't althey [church groups] do falls when we are having a break, so it's hard for students to get involved." Gaughenbaugh also noted that with the holidays approaching, "Some churches look for volunteers to help out with readings, music, and guest speakers." But through volunteerism students also have chance to put their talents to use, gain good experience, and possibly even make a new friend. "It's a great way to meet people in the community," said Gaughenbaugh. It also encourages students to get more involved in the Wilkes-Barre area while · they attend college. Though area churches and group_s like the one in Plains have specific needs, there may well be volunteerism opportunities in different, though related, community organizations. "A lot of organizations have roots in religion, with the belief in helping others, but don't push any religion ," Minichiello said. The choir group in Plains has participated in six engagements since August, most of which occurred on the weekend. Although Hewitt seeks a dedicated individual, she also said anyone of any religion, or no religion,.is welcome. "I definitely think it is a good way for college students to get experience in their field. It will be very beneficial," said Hewitt. Any interested individuals should contact Elaine Perta at (570) 823-4622 or secondary contact Ann Hewitt at (570) 825-3760 and leave a message with all contact information. CAHSS Dean Initiates Faculty Recognition Project BYELVIRAll..LIANO Asst. Features Editor Most who know of Wilkes University, know it to be an institute of higher education offering a wide range of majors to a varied student body. But some campus leaders hope to deepen this definition to include recognition of another essential component of the campus: the faculty. Dr. Darin Fields, Dean of College of Arts Humanities and Social Sciences, has a new project on the table that he his calling the 'Faculty' Recognition Initiative; which is designed to acknowledge and celebrate faculty scholarship among other things. "Since becoming Dean of the College of Arts Humanities and Social Sciences in June, I have been talking informally with all of the faculty in the college. A consistent refrain fo those conversations was that many of our faculty accomplishments are not fully recognized. I started to formulate ways we might work to correct that problem. Concurrently, Anne Lin, Chair of the Faculty Affairs Council, and Dr. Loeschke, Provost, were also looking for ways to better recognize all faculty accomplishments," said Fields. The Faculty Recognition Initiative works to recognize faculty members part of the Wilkes community who have been successful inside and outside the classroom walls. "We need to let ourselves and the world know how much our faculty does in these areas of professional life," added Fields. Dr. Maravene Loeschke, Wilkes University Provost, expanded upon the goals of the initiative. "Publishing a book is a major accomplishment and should be recognized by peers and students. Meaningful scholarship comes in other forms as well .... The Deans and I are committed to assuring a supportive environment in which outstanding work can be recognized. This should help contribute to the health of the campus community for everyone." In collaboration with other higher education institutes, Wilkes University officials are working to create a unique publication to be placed on the Wilkes University website sometime during the Spring semester, 2003. "We are gathering information to create fac- ulty publication and scholarship pages on the Wilkes website so that people can learn about our faculty expertise and achievements. One aspect of that will be a page that highlights all faculty who have published books with information about the books and the faculty author. Eventually we would like to have full listings of research and scholarship for all faculty, but that will take a bit longer," said Fields. Although this may seem like a giant step for the University, officials are definitely not ready to stop. "I have planned to host a reception for each faculty member in my college who publishes a book. ... In February the Deans and the Provost will host a campus-wide celebration for all Wilkes faculty who have published books in the last ten years. That is gong to be a really wonderful celebration of our people," said Fields. He also added that the Wilkes University Library and Wilkes Today will help to recognize university faculty. Dr. John Hepp, Wilkes University Assistant Professor of History, was the first to be recognized under the new initiative for his book, The Middle Class City: Transforming Space and Time in Philadelphia, 1876-1926. "I feel greatly honored [to have been recognized]. This initiative is long overdue because I feel that there are other people who should have been recognized before me," said Hepp. Loeschke was enthusiastic, as many are at this point, about this initiative for several reasons. "I think that recognizing outstanding faculty scholarly and creative work is extremely important and a major component of a healthy campus environment. It is remarkable that so many ofour faculty publish books, produce plays and present scholarship at national conferences in light of the fact that they have h1:avy teaching and advising loads and spend a great amount of time in student mentorship," said Loeschke. Fields encouraged students, staff and faculty alike to keep their eyes open and attend the faculty recognition events. "I assure you that you will be very impressed at the quality and quantity of work our faculty do." �10 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT NOVEMBER 10, 2003 From the Cutting Room: Freddy vs. Jason • the terror back in the original movie. Jason obediently listens to his mother, and goes to Elm St. and begins to kill again, Hell is raised on earth when the winner Gore, blood, and bodies pile up quickly kills all in Freddy vs. Jason. an all-out grue- and Freddy will soon be able to claim his some horror flick that will leave you think- rightful place slaying the young children. ing that it's a movie that v.:as purely made However, once Jason starts killing, he can-for money purposes. We have seen not stop! Freddy realizes he must start .murdering the teenagers to stay alive, and also he must get Jason out of the picture to feed his own obsession. What follows is basically a long, drawn-out war of two peopJe 'already dead, trying to kill eachother. Sound impossible? You'd have to see it to believe it! Also starring in the movie are Monica Keena (Abby from Dawson~ Creek), Kelly Rowland (from .__ _ _ __ _ Destiny's Child), Jason Ritter BY ALISON SHERRY Beacon StaffWriter Freddy Kruegerroam Elm St. about seven times, and we all know why Jason went to . hell. So the question remains ...can't these two just die anp go away already? Everyone knows the stories, even those who could care less aboutthese "people.'' Freddy (Robert Englund) Kruegeris in hell for good, or so we think. But he is ready yet again for another killing-spree. And the former children ofElm Street are now teenagers who have totallyforgotten about their nightmares. A new generation is now alive and well. Jason (Ken Kirzinger) is still roaming the earth killing people who have a need to swim at Camp Crystal Lake where he drowned. Freddy comes to Jason as his long-de-ceased mother (Paula Shaw), who started This Week in History... The week of November 10 through 16 in retrospect: 10th- CBS News anchor Dan Rather claimed he had been kidnapped in a cab. It turned out that Rather had refused to pay the cab fare, ( 1980) 11th- Actor Leonardo DiCaprio was born (1974) 12th- Walt Disney reieased Fantasia, (1940) 13th-The Holland Tunnel opened to the public, providing access between New York City and New Jersey beneath the Hudson River, (1927) 14th--In Chicago, IL, on KYW Radio, the first opera by a professional company was broadcast, ( 1921) 15th-The National Broadcasting Co. (NBC) debuted with a radio network of24 stations. The first network radio broadcast was a four-hour "spectacular," (1926) 16th-In the "Peanuts" comic strip, Lucy first held a football for Charlie Brown,(1952) (John Ritter's son), Chris Marquette, and Katharine Isabelle . If you are a die-hard fan of the Freddy Krueger movies and Jason Goes to.Hell then you will probably enjoy all the throat slashings and decapitations in ,, Freddy vs. Jason. 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Although she made her name with radio-ready duets featuring Ja Rule and Fat Joe, Chapter II goes light on the rap, opting for only a handful of cameos by co-producer Chink Santana. These days, R&B singers are a dime a dozen, but Ashanti is a step ahead of the pack. Youthful appeal and a pleasant, dreamy voice complement the 21-year-old singer and songwriter's ability to create her own radiofriendl y verses. In 2003, Ashanti received five Grammy nominations, and received the Grammy for Best Contemporary R&B Album. This CD is more of a showcase for what she can do vocally. Apparently, she held back on her first CD to showcase the hip hop beats that provided the soundtrack to last summer. For anyone who thought Ashanti could not sing, they should listen to this CD. She Th Chapter II File Swappers Mourn_the reaches notes and sings songs in ways we haven't heard before. I was shocked by the song "Break up 2 Make Up," a cool, slow groove that has the singer belting it out. The single entitled "Rock Wit U (Ahhh Baby)" is a cool, driving-h9me-after-thebeach, cruising-down-the-highway melody that kicked off the summer songs for 2003. Tracks from the album are largely mellow and groovy, something to which anyone can catch a boogie. Yet most are also combined with catchy hooks, and softfunky beats have a very sensual quality. Ashanti's youth shows · through her treatment of the usual R&B-girl subject matter including love ·standing strong, love gone bad, and the search for love of self. Songs like "Foolish," "Happy," and "Baby" are as simple and agreeable as their one-word titles suggest, while "Call," "Movies," and "Over" take a s_lightly more earthy approach. A few old school tracks are used to capture the feel of the song titles, but for the most part her baselines, hooks, and overall composition of the album is perfect for a sunny day or a crisp night. She has worked with some of the biggest names in pop: Ja Rule, Big Pun, J-Lo, Fat Joe ... Now, she is the first R&B signing of the Infamous Murder Inc. record label. Ja Rule has helped position her for multi-platinum success. Ashanti adheres to the simple formula that worked so successfully on her debut, combining fluid, mid-tempo grooves with infectious vocal hooks. Thanks to Ashanti this album brings the summer time mood back. As a matter of fact, I wouldn't hesitate to call this one of the best female R&B albums of the year. ;RFORMIN:ARTS AT WILKES UNIVERSITY Darte Board BY BRIDGET GIUNTA Beacon Staff Writer Wednesday, November 12, 2003 preforming hour will be held at l PM in Geis Hall. On November 14-16 and 21-23 the Wilkes University Theatre Program will present performances of the musical She Loves Me . Friday November 14, at 8 p.m., Saturday November 15, at 8 p.m., and Sunday November 16, at 2 p.m. Ticket prices are $15 for general admission, $5 for.senior citizens and students, and free for Wilkes students with ID. For more information or ticket reservations, please call the box office at (570) 408-4540. 11 ARTS & _ENTERTAINMENT NOVEMBER 10 2003 Day the Music Died BY KRISTIN DERLUNAS Beacon Correspondent Though Don McLean's famous song about "the day that music died" paid homage to the late, great Buddy Holly, many users such as punkgurrl@kazaa.com or soccerdude@ kazaa.com found that the day music died happened for them when the RIAA pulled the plug. , In June of 2003, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) issued 261 subpoenas to file swappers using peer-topeer programs like Kazaa or Morpheus. According to a September 18 article in the New York Times, this wasn't the first time the recording industry took legal actions against such programs. In 1999, the file sharing program, Napster, was ordered to shut down. The difference between the current programs, and the one Napster was running is that the newer programs do not use a central server. Instead, the peer-to-peer programs use a network that allows users to share information between computers; thus, it is difficult to say whose computer is behind the file swapping. Programs such as Kazaa also encrypt their files . This means, according to Mattew J. Zukoski, a Visiting Assistant Professor of Computer Science, "Encryption is used when data is converted into a form such that it cannot be recognized by anyone ( other than the party it was intended for)." It is for this very reason that the RIAA decided to take legal action against the indi- vidual user. The RIAA's claim is that the users who shared files did so illegally because it is the choice of the artist to produce or distribute their work. Geraldine L. Ojeil, a sophomore international studies major who downloaded music in the past two years said, "It's not fair. They should sue Kazaa for ·providing the illegal products. It can be compared to drug dealing. They could stop the illegal activity with more force by getting to the source--the drug dealer. The same should be done with downloading music--get to the source." Zukoski said, "The big problem with Kazaa on the Wilkes campus is that it places a huge burden on the· campus network because of the huge traffic generated by students downloading MP3 sound files and MPEG movie files. A typical MP3 song takes up to four megabytes of storage. A typical two hour movie can easily take over two gigabytes of storage!" These programs then can -slow down the Internet superhighway. Slowly, students are turning away from peer-to-peer sharing programs. Students, who still want to download music, can do so for a price. There are programs such as Apple's iTunes, which allows users to download a song for 99 cents. A new version ofNapster was also released on October 29. Users can purchase ·a song for 99 cents, or the entire CDfor$9.95. Ojeil said, "If I couldn't download songs for free anymore, I would consider paying for them." �NOVEMBER 10 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT . Become a Lifesaverl Donate Plasma ··that Is needed for mllHons of people each year .•. IBPI Interstate ·Blood & Plasma, Inc. 41 S. Main St Wilk~s Barre, PA It's Safe and Convenient Donate Todayllllll · . ····1 . · . · s · .. . • . · .. ·· : · L .. . · . ' H . .·~· p .. .~v~ ·. ..•,ves. Donate 'Plas1110· . . . . . . .. .. 823 4- .-9 ·.··., . •; . . . . .. . . . . . ·: . �NOVEMBER 10~ 2003 13 SPORTS Monday Night Match-up BY STEVE KEMBLE & WILL MIDGETT Beacon Sports Editor& AssLSports Editor Philadelphia Eagles vs. Green Bay Packers Will: I am coming into this week's game with a 5-1 record, and I am excited because my boys, the Philadelphia Eagles, are !)laying tonight. The Birds are going to be playing up at the frozen tundra of Lambeau field when they face the Green Bay Packers tonight. Most critics are going to say that Philly won't have a chance because of several reasons. First of all there's this whole thing about McNabb being in a · funk and not performing well. Are you serious? The guy just had a great game against Atlanta in which he went 21-33 for 312 yards and a touchdown pass, averaging 9.45 yards per game. I admit that I was worried about him for the first couple weeks of the season, but he has started to come around again. Secondly, there are these people who say that Philly doesn't have any decent receivers. Again this is false. Rookie tight end L.J . Smith had a breakout game last week, catching 6 balls for 97 yards. Also, it looks as thou~h second year receiver Freddie Mitchell is finally coming out of his shell and has made some great plays so far this season. Third, the Eagles have to play at Lambeau Field and it will be cold. They say that Brett Favre thrives on the cold, but so do the Eagles. The Eagles have always played better when the temperature is below 40 degrees. Philly is also a good road team, being 3-1 away from home so far this season. Philadelphia lost running back Brian Westbrook two weeks ago, but still have Duce Staley and Correll Buckhalter. Buckhalter had his biggest game of the season last week, rushing for 92 yards on 23 carries. My instincts tell me that the Eagles will win tonight, but it will be a hard fought game. The game will be close, but Philly will win24-21. Steve: Tonight the Philadelphia Eagles will soar into Lambeau Field to take on the Green Bay Packers and will not be able to fly away with a win. Green Bay is corning off a huge win against conference rival Minnesota. It was a game in which everybody on the Packers side of the ball looked focused and sharp, and I don't see them letting down in this game. The game features two great quarterbacks in Brett Favre, who has the second highest quarterback rating in NFC, and Donovan McNabb. However, the final outcome will not be determined solely on their shoulders. The Packers will come away with the win, because they have the more complete team. They have a stronger running back in Ahman Green and a go-to receiver in Donald Driver. The Eagles lack too many consistent ingredients. They don't have a go-to receiver; I don't want to hear anybody ever say that James Thrash is a go-to guy. It also seems like Philly is still unsure whom to feature in the backfield as both Cor~II Buckhalter and Duece Staley share time . And one final note on the Eagles is that their defense is still fairly banged up with safety Brian Dawkins listed as out of the game and corner back Bobby Taylor listed as doubtful. Packers win 27-17. Carlo's Sports Restaurant - 247 Carey Ave Wilkes-Barre PA 829-9350 MON All U Can Eat Spaghetti Kitchen hours Mon-Fri 4-11 Sat - Sun Noon - 11 FRI Live Acoustic Music 9:30 - 12:30 This Week TOM ROGO w/NO COVER CHARGE SAT Open at Noon for College Football $1.99 Personal Pizza SUN Open at Noon for NFL Football NFL Sunday Ticket on Directv & Meatballs $3.95 4-8 pm Monday Nite Football .25 Wings 8-11 pm Free Halftime Buffet TUE Two For Tuesday 4-8 pm 2 Dinners for $9.95 WED Every Week 9:30 pm- 12:30 STINGRAY w/NO COVER The Areas COOLEST Blues Guitarist Every Week 8- 11 pm CHUCK PAUL w/NO COVER Acoustic Guitar & Keyboards VOTED Areas Best 1 Man Act by WEEKENDER 2003 THU All u can Eat Ravioli $4.95 Meat, Cheese or Mixed WE ACCEPT: MASTERCARD- VISA- MAC · Something for Everyone Great Food, Sports & Live Music Well Worth the short Walk or Drive From Campus 10% Discount with your College ID (Not valid on Specials, Beverages or Lobster Tail) DISCOVER· AMEX �NOVEMBER 10, 2003 SPORTS 14 Porrino Rises to the Call, Leads Colonels' End-run BY KYLA CAMPBELL But, since week five ended, the Colonels have been riding a four-game winning streak Just one play away. behind an offense that is averaging 294 rushCoaches instill that message into their sec- ing yards and 130 passing yards per game. • ond string players to constantly remind them The Colonels handled Susquehanna with that they could be called upon at any mo- a convincing 59-20 win, a game .in which ment. Porrino completed sixty percent of his passes For sophomore backup for 100 yards and a score. quarterback Duran Porrino, The following week, those words unexpectedly Wilkes traveled to Juniata rang true in the middle of College, romping the Eagles the football team's home 44-7. Porrino completed 16 contest against Widener. of 25 passes for a careerStartingjunior quarterback best 213 yards to balance the Matt Kaskie suffered a Colonels' offensive attack. knee injury, sending him In week eight, Wilkes out of the game. In came traveled to Lebanon Valley, Porrino. recording a 49-7 blowout of "Obviously, when he the Flying Dutchmen. first got thrown in there Porrino completed 12 of 17 Duran Parrino, Wilkes against Widener, it was unpass attempts for a seventy Football Quarterback expected," said head coach percent completion rating Frank Sheptock. "But, then he played really and 13 7 yards. well and made some key throws in the fourth This past Saturday, the Colonels hosted quarter." And Wilkes defeated Widener 16- the MA C's number one rated team, Delaware 14 in the homecoming game. Valley College, and defeated the Aggies 36At that point, Porrino didn't realize that he 19. Porrino proved himself yet again, comwould be starting the Colonels' next five con- pleting 11 of 18 tosses for 116 yards and a tests. "When l went into the game, I thought touchdown. I might be in for a couple series or maybe the In the Colonels' first four games, tpey forest of the game," said Porrino. "I didn't know cused more on their running game, as Kaskie the extent of Matt's injury until coach called could run the option and pitch the ball. me into his office the following week." "Kaskie is a better runner than I am," said It was in that meeting that Sheptock in- Porrino. Perhaps that is why the Colonels formed Porrino that he would be making his have allowed Porrino to use his passing skills first collegiate start against Moravian. "I was and help provide a balanced offensive attack. really excited about the opportunity," said "Since he took over as a starter against Porrino. Moravian, he's taken over the offense and "He's made the most of this opportunity," has become a leader in the huddle," said commented Sheptock. "There's no doubt Sheptock. "He's studious and doing what we about that." expect of him. He's a very efficient thrower, Although Porrino played well against the with almost a 65% completion rate. Greyhounds in his first start, completing 15 "He has a tremendous amount of poise and of 23 pass attempts for 132 yards and no in- football intelligence, intangible things addterceptions, Moravian was able to capitalize ing to his ability," concluded Sheptock. "We on Wilkes miscues to come away with a 22-20 are very, very pleased with his performance." win. Beacon Staff Writer Earn $150-$250 wkly in Customer Service/Sales Flexible Part Time·& Full Time Hours Around Class and Other Activities. Fun Team Environment Call Now!! 287-8020 ot- lay estion- n the outOn 3rd and fourth, Knoblauch threw a pass that Shockley intercepted at the Wilkes 47-yard the kick was no good. line. Shockley was all over the Knoblauch On the next possession, Wilkes drove the pass, and picked the ball out of the air with a ball 76 yards in 13 plays before again reachtremendous one-handed catch. ing pay dirt. Trichilo ran for 31 more yards Delaware Valley scored its last points of the plus a 3-yard touchdown run. A facemask day with a touchdown from a fumble recovery penalty against Del Val set up the Trichilo at4:41 lefttogo. TheAggieswent touchdown on 2nd and goal. for 2 points but their rush attempt The extra point attempt was sucfailed and the score was 29-19. cessful and the score was 26-7. Tri chi lo scored hi s 3rd and fiSophomore Will Wilson internal touchdown of the day on a 9cepted a Knoblauch pass early yard run at 1:06 in the 4th. The in the fourth quarter to thwart a final score of the game was 36-19 24-yard drive. This was Wilson's with a successful extra point from third interception of the season Devlin. Trichilo rushed for a caand it put Wilkes in position to reer high 41 times and Parrino kick a field goal. At 9:30 in the went 11-18 for I 16 yards, a touch4th quarter, Kyle Devlin's kick down and two interceptions. The was good on 4th and goal from · Colonels' offense racked up 380 the 6-yard line, advancing the yards of total offense, 264 of score to 29-7. those yards on the ground. The 4th quarter was the most Junior Jon Jamison led the exciting period ofthe game. DelaColonel defense with 8 total tackware Valley, frustrated and tired, les on the day. The defense made a valiant attempt at a comeearned two interceptions and reback scoring 12 more points. The The Beacon IT. Mick covered three fumbles as well. Jenkins last quarter had everything a • Defensive ends Nick Rollman and good football game requires. Jared Meckler, as well as freshThere were big hits, big plays, and on the man linebacker Jason Mitkowski all contribfield whole lot· of chitchat occurred between uted a sack as well. opposing players. This win advances Wilkes to a 7-2 overall "There was a lot trash talking," said sophorecord, and drops Delaware Valley t9 7-2, and more linebacker Thaddeus Shockley. "They out of a definitive first place. talked a lot." The Colonels will face cross-town rival After Knoblauch scored on a 16-yard King's College on Saturday for the final game touchdown pass at 7:47 in the 4th, Shockley of the season. King's is 7-2 as well and have would take the wind out of the Aggies' sails. the MAC's second leading rusher behind The score was then 29-13 and Porrino had Trichilo. just thrown an interception on 3rd and ten. Football continued from pg.14 �NOVEMBER 10, 2003 15 SPORTS Colonel Clipboard Freedom.Conference Standings as of 11/09/03 . Athlete of the Week ~ Football Lycoming l(jng's Wilkes Delaware Valley Albright Susquehanna Widener Moravian Juniata Lebanon Valley FDU-Florham · Field Hockey* Manhattanville Drew Delaware Valley l(jng's FDU-Florham Wilkes Scranton ~ 7 10 6 2 0 6 2 0 6 2 0 5 3 0 4 4 0 440 3 6 0 2 6 0 17 0 0 8 0 7 7 7 7 6 4 5 3 2 I 1 I 2 2 2 3 5 4 6 7 8 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6-0- 0 11- 8- 0 5- I- 0 13- 7-0 4-2-0 8-12- 0 2-4-0 10- 1 1- 0 2-4-0 9-10- 0 1- 5- 0 7-11-0 1- 5- 0 6-12- 0 Men's Soccer* Drew Lycoming DeSales FDU-Florham King's Scranton Wilkes Delaware Valley 6-0- I . 4-3-0 4-3-0 3-4- 0 3-4-0 3-4-0 2-4- 1 2- 5-0 17- 1- 2 15- 5- 0 12- 8- 0 9-9-0 10-9-0 4-12- 3 6- 12- 1 7-11-2 Women's Volleyball* 6-0 Lycoming 4-2 FDU-Florham 4-2 Scranton 4-2 King's 2-4 DeSales 1-5 Wilkes Delaware Valley 0-6 24-11 28-9 21-13 19-11 15-14 10-16 1-12 Brett Trichilo Football * denotes Final Standings Brett Trichilo rushed 41 tin1es for 207 yards and three touchdowns to lead the Colonels- to victory over Delaware Valley on Saturday afternoon at Ralston Field. Trichilo established a new MAC Women's Soccer* Scranton 7-0-0 20-0- 1 Drew 6- 1- 0 12- 5- 3 FDU-Florham 5-2-0 10-6-2 Wilkes 4- 3- 0 9-9-2 Delaware Valley 3-4- 0 6- 8-2 2- 5-0 7- 8- 1 Lycoming DeSales 1- 6- 0 3-14- 2 King's 0-7-0 2-17-0 single-season rushing mark with 1,818 yards this season after rushing for over 200 yards four weeks in a row. Trichilo also tied the MAC record for touchdowns in a season with 23. Weekly Recap Numbers Of the Week 2 Number of forced turnovers by the Colonel's Thaddeus Shockley during Saturday's Football Game 4 Number of wins combined by Mike Ferrara and Joe Diliberto during Saturday's Wres tling tri-match at Johns Hopkins University 11 Number of Wilkes University athletes named to first and second teams all conference Football (11/8) Wilkes 36 Delaware Valley 19 Women's Soccer (11/4) Freedom Semi-Final Match Scranton 2 Wilkes 0 Wrestling Wilkes 24 Johns Hopkins 18 York21 Wilkes 15 Donna KowalCzyk's Salon at 419 823-8966 419 S. Ri'ver St., Wilkes Barre 25 Shots on goal advantage University of Scranton had over Wilkes at the end of the women's soccer game Tuesday Travel With STS Americas # 1 Student Tour Operator . Jamaica, Cancun, Acapulco, Bahamas, and Florida. Now hiring campus reps. Call for group discounts. Information/Reservations 1-800-648-4849 or www.ststravel.com Hours Weds. and Fri 9-5 Sat. 8-4 Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Evenings by appointment .--·· ·. :·\· . ·• · ~-,.._ ;;!'.,_ ·: �16 SPORTS NOVEMBER 10 2003 Wilkes Shuts Down Top-ranked Delaware Valley BYWILL MIDGETT Beacon AsslSports Editor Wilkes University Junior Brett Trichilo set a new MAC single-season rushing record on the way to a 36-19 Colonels victory over top ranked Delaware Valley College on Saturday. The Delaware Valley Aggies came into Ralston Field on Saturday with a 7-1 record and a first place spot in the MAC. Wilkes and Del Val have the two highest scoring offenses in the conference, but Del Val's defense couldn't stop Trichilo and the Wilkes ground game. The first half of Saturday's game was a tense struggle as both teams tried to feel each, other out. The first score of the game came at 12:08 in the first quarter. On first and ten from the 42-yard line, Del Val runnina back Taylor Ramos took the handoff and was met at the line of scrimmage by sophomore Thaddeus Shockley. Shockley forced a fumble that was picked up by defensive tackle Julian Morales who then returned it 42 yards for his third defensive touchdown of the year. The extra point was no good and Wilkes took the lead 6-0. Delaware Valley would answer }Jack on the very next drive. The drive started on the 8-yard line after a booming kickoff from Kyle Devlin. With a combination of runs from Steve Cook and passes from quarterback Adam Knoblauch, Del Val marched all the way down the I-yard line. The drive started at 11 :58 in the first, and at 8:23 Cook bulled his way into the endzone from the I-yard line. With the extra point good, Del Val was up 7-6 for its only lead of the day. Wilkes would score next in the second quarter on a touchdown set up by a fumble from Knoblauch. In the very first play of the second quarter Knoblauch fumbled on the 42-yard line and Wilkes' Mike Fox recovered the ball. After the fumble, Wilkes put together an 8-play, 40-yard drive. The drive consisted mainly of runs from junior Kyle Gallagher and Trichilo, and ended with a I -yard touchdown run from Trichilo. "I look for the guy who is going to square up on me," says Trichilo. "And I want to embarrass him." With the extra point good, Wilkes regained the lead 13-7, and the score remained the same for the rest of the half. Trichilo entered the game with 1,611 total rushing yards, the most rushing yards in Division III. He passed the single-season rushing record on Saturday by rushing for 207 yards and moving his season total up to 1,818 yards. The previous MAC singleseason rushing record was 1,744 yards set by King's Damon Saxon in2000. "He just looked so quick and so dominating," recalls Trichilo about Saxon. "To be in the same category as him is amazing." Trichilo also tied the MAC record for touchdowns in a season with 23. He now shares this record with NFL Hall of Farner and Wide~er Alumnus Billy "White Shoes" Johnson. The first half ended with both The Beacon / T. Mick Jenkins teams fighting desperately to Jim Jordan, freshman wide receiver, attempts to stay come away with the win, but on his feet. Wilkes would dominate the second half, scor- failed. The score put Wilkes further ahead ing 17 points in the 4th quarter. Wilkes scored 19-7. the only points of the 3rd quarter at the end On Delaware Valley's next possession the ofa 66-yard drive. Aggies took the ball 89 yards in 11 plays. Trichilo rushed five times for 38 yards in Knoblauch was able to show off his skills at this drive and quarterback Duran Porrino com- the quarterback spot while marching his team pleted a key 12-yard pass to freshman Jim down to the Wilkes 7-yard line. Del Val was Jordan on a 3rd and 7 play. The drive was forced to kick a field goal on 4th and goal, but capped offby a 15-yard touchdown pass from the ball hit the crossbar on the uprights and Porrino to Gallagher. Wilkes chose to go for the 2-point conversion because oft-he missed Football continued on page 14 extra point earlier in the game, but the attempt n •- TODAY(11/10). Wilkes-Barre Public lnuput Session sponsored by The Diamond City Partnership@ F.M. Kirby Center 7:30 PM TUESDAY{11/11) Caricature Artist @ Roth Concourse, Henry Student Center 11 AM-2 PM Jennifer Daniels Concert @ Rifkin Cafe 11 :30AM Commuter Council Meeting@MSC TV Lounge 11 :30 AM WEDNE · · ' . ' . 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Post your event by visiting www.wilkesbeacon.com or email wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com � 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 2003 November 10th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 November 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/4248718bdf4132a369a595d00c41a4a9.pdf 232efa70ce256a7c9bf1f9ed94dc3717 PDF Text Text November 3, 2003 Volume 56 Issue 8 www.wilkesbeacon.com. TEE NEWS 0F TODAY REPORTED BY TIRE douEN.ALISTS 0F TOMORRI}W. 'Slowi Internct Access Causes Frustraition on Campus ance Headaches BYJULIEMELF Beacon Assistant News Editor \ their short- and long-term solutiQns for the slow internet service. "Newer versions of p2P applications are Whether it be to do research for a paper, or read and send important emails, having access to the Internet is no longer a ltixury, but a necessity. So what happens when students on campus have problems getting online because it takes several minutes to openupasinglewebpage?Theanswer:frus- coming out weekly it seems. Most ,of the applications allow you to do something calledproxying.ThisallowstheP2Ptraffic to appear as traffic associated with other applications(usuallyHTTPwebtraffic)and that traffic is usually allowed to go on its waywithlittlerestriction.Thereweresome tration. new strains of viruses also which targeted A recent memo from Scott Byers, Vice many of the P2P networks, and that has President for Finance and Support caused problems as well. Malicious appliOperactions,andDr.PaulAdams,Vice-Presi- catioris can really take a network to it's dent of Student Affairs, was Posted both knees,"explainedTomWeeks,networkspearound' campus dorins and on cialistforlnformationTechnologyServic6s Today@Wilkes. The memo stated that the cause of the network slowdown is an increasedpeertopeer(P2P)files.haring.Inaddition to the intentional P2P file sharing, thereare spyware and virusesrassociated with these applications that heavily contribute to the network congestion and frustration. Onwednesday,Adamsjoinedlnterimffigr'` rector of Technology, Jim Lennox, and Tom Weeks, Network Specialist for Information Technology Services at Student Govemment'sweeklymeeting-todiscussthe uns). The notice posted on Today@Wilkes asked students to limit their P2P file sharing to between the hours of |P p.in. arid 7 a.in. The notice also cited that, through the Office of Information Technology Services, theflowofnetworktrafficvy>i||Pe`ngonitored` carefullytoexaminepattemsandusage.If ..i,.-:-.,~'-^un performance improvement is not-achieved Network continued on page 5 Jim Lennox, lnt6rim \Director Of Technology, discussed file sharing problems causing slaw internet access at a recent Student Gov`ernment meeting. problems with the network, the memo, and Descriptions of Theft Suspects Released BY GABRIELLE LAMB Beacon News Editor "Theirtypical_MO[modusoperandi]when confronted is to state they are looking for the human resources office to put in a job applicampus had students, faculty, and staff on cation. They have also been known to fake a guard. Since that report, descriptions of the phone call from an empty office to appear as suspects made available on Tuesday, sug- iftheywere9nlyusingthephone.Thiscouple may b6 driving a light blue Jeep Wrangler." gested that two separate groups of people A second group of suspects apparently may be responsible for the thefts. had one individual distract employees for inAccordingtotheCommunityNotification, formation, while another searched the build"The first suspect is described as a Cauca- 7lfee Be¢co# reported in its October 27, 2003 issue that a recent ras-h of robberies on sian male, 24 years of age, thin b`uild, 5' 11 ", ing. blonde hair worn long with a pony tail, and brown or green eyes. He may be accompanied by a Caucasian female with mid-1engthbrown/blackhairand light eyes. The male suspect has a black solid, tribal pattern tattoo on his right forearm." According to the Community Service Notification, when confronted one group >claimed to have been searching for the Human Resource office to submit an application, or appeared to casually be using a telephone when discovered in an empty office. Descriritions continued on page 5 �___ \ NEWS _ , __LTQl£EELLtB±fLT___2QQ3 Light Walk Ensures Safe Nights on Campus BY VICTORIA :WIIITE Beacon Correspondent off-campus students reside. ManagerofpublicSafety, Members from of the Wilkes Matthew Yencha, said, !'The Communityhelpedmakethecam- LightWalk`isoneofthemain pus a safer place on Wednesday, ways that ire find any safety October 29, 2003, during `the an- and security problems on hualLightwalk.Thiswalkingtour ca`mpus,anylightproblems. is designed to help officials recogItisbeneficialjusttolookat nize the areas on and off campus these areas." the are lacking adequate lighting. Public safety officials, faOnce the problem areas are identicilities staff, and students fled, they can be addressed by the scoured -the campus, university and Wilkes-Barre offiequipped with flashlights, to cials. identify areas where dark When areas' are dark, students spots could lead to potenfeelunsifewhenpassingthrough, tial security problems. Such Members of Public Safety an`d Facilities inspect the campus for problem areas. particuarily during the evening areas included spots along hours. Offlcials from Public Safety Evans Hall, behind some doms on the north walk for twlo years, and noticed a significant and Facilities met with students end of campus, especially porch 1.ighting. difference in lighting while walking around after the Student Government Other areas of concern were Weckesser Hall. campus. "While there were still some probto start the search for However; many of the problems were due to lem areas, for the most pact, campus did seem these areas. lights simply not being tumed` on, or bulbs to be a lot brighter. The new light posts in the Those who participated in the beingbumedout,whichcanberepairedeas- greenway are a huge improvement, and the walk concentrated on the two most ily with the flick of a switch or the swap of a area in front of the library is much brighter," widely used parts of campus. The bulb. said Wotanis. 'Onamorepositivenote,manyoftheprobfirst part encompassed the north Facilitiesmanagement,alongwiththePubend of campus, including the lens identified in last year's`1ight walk Were lie Safety Office, will work on getting the necgreenway. The second half of the addressedandhelpingtobetterlightthecam- essaryrepairsprocessedinthecomingweeks walk concentrated mainly on com- PuS. to help ensure students feel safe while walkmunity nei8hborhoods close to Linds\ey Wotanis, Chair of the SG Public ing the campus at night. campus and the areas where many SafetyCommittee,hasparticipatedinthelight / •7\r ���NEWS NOVEMBER 3 Network continued from page 1 -P2PspreadViruses,theyinfectedoththrough voluntary moderation of file sharing activity, the University will be foreedtobegivblocking,allp2Pfileshar- ers, and the cycle continued as such. Thatcyclecausedthegradualdecline. Inactoality,theincreaseintraffictook in8. onlyamatterofinhourorsotgcause Students reacted to the possibi-1ity ®t us problems, so I would not say the of university monitoring and/or P2P decline was very slow," said Weeks. RAs were again provided disks :]]o°nc.ki,T8hrv£:hmb±°xtehdr:]££ee;pa:£dnttsreapj§:: blocking P2P file sharing. On one hand, for their residents in_order to clean out their computers. But many wonsuch a ban would presumably speed up the network. On another hand, if the dered why such cleaning needed to network is this slow, a great number of people are obviously using such file sharing and would be upset if it stopped," commented junior biochemistrymajor,RogerRaby. Weeks explained that P2P file shar-` happenaftertheearlier"cleanSweep" at the beginning of the semester. "The RAs were given disks at the time to combat the specific viruses that were on campus. The issue was that many of the students' Windows based machines were not up to date inginvolvestheuseofspecificapplications. Surprisingly, Napster, even with the latest security patchesY. Even though it is still basically dead, was though we addressed this months ago, the fact that students bring new probably the most notorious of p2P apcomputers on camptis, or are not up plications. Other examples include Kazaa,AresandXoloxforsharingfiles. to date with anti-virus or Windows Forexample,auserbeginsbyinstall- updates are primary reaso,ns for addressing this issue again," stated ing the specific application on a perWeeks. sonal machine. Once the application is In related news, the ITS departinstalled a user is asked to supply a usemame, location for file downloads mentiscontinuingtoworkonitstechand uploads, and the type of connec- nologyassessmentofwilkesUnivertion(modem,campusnetwork,etc.)used . Once the user is into the application, a list of files on the machine (in the directory you specified) is sent to servers residing on the P2P network. If a user were to search for a song on the rnachine, the search would return the usemame as sharing the file. The student could then download the file from the machine utilizing the P2P software. "As computers were effected by the Slty. "The as;essment, once complete, Tom Weeks, Network Specialist for Information Technology Services, Jim Lennox, will help steer our long-term efforts Interim Director of Technology, and Dr. Paul Adams, Vice President of Student Affairs sit in providing a robust techhology sopatiently at the Student Government meeting on Wednesday, October 29, 2003. lutionforWilkes.Ourshort-temgoal is to maintain the day-to-day operation of the campus, from both an administrative and educational standpoint. We are commi-ttedtoprovidingthetechnicalinfrastructu_re to support the needs of the cami STUDENTS WELCOME pus," assured Weeks. Descriptionscontinuedfrompage1 Again,accordingtoPdblicSafetyreports, "The second suspects are two Afirican-American males both having a dark complexion. The first male is described as being 5'5`" -5'7" tall, stocky the older male typically going into a office building first and engaging occupants in C-onversation about potentially applying. He will also talk about veteran benefits and financial aid opportunities. After the first Sherman Hills Apartments www. sherinanhillsappartments.com ` "These two will work as a team with the older male typically going into a office building first and engaging occupants in conversation about potentially applying..." -Public Safety `Community Notification The Best Looking AffjJiordabl`e Apartments ln Wilkes-Barre Now accepting applications for 1 &` 2 bedroom apartneuts Laundry FqLcilit.ies Centrally Located Public transportation Carpetireg male leaves the- second male may be seen in the same general area/building. When wearingafullbe`ardandtypicallycarryconfrontedthisyoungermalewillsayheis jng a backpack. The second in-ale is dewaitingforhisgirlfriendandwilldescribe scribedasayoungermaninhismid20s, thin athletic build, 5' 10" to 6' in height, herasaveryattractiveAfri,can-American." build 175-1801bs., 40-50 years of age, Public Safety officials wan individuals 160-170lbs.,shorthaircut.orbald,typito lock up their valuables and not to concallywearingaredorbluebaseballcap, and is always seen using a cell phone.\" front the`individuals. Please call Ext: 4999 The notice also stated that the individualswillsaythattheyarelookingfor theirgirlffiendifstoppedbycampusem- to report an incident ployees or students. "These two will work as a team with Air Conditioning On Site Social Service Coordinator 24-Hour Maintenance Service Frost Free Reif irigerator Garbage Disposal Stove 300 Parkview Circle Wilkes-Barre, Pa.18702 Monday -Friday 8A.M. to 5P.M. cincH us OuT TODiy !!!! 570-823-5124 '' EHO ���������������20 SPORTS NOVEM BER3 Women's Soccer Harms Freedom Conference Playoff Berth Christina Waldele sets school's single-season record fior points, ties record fior goals in 3-0 win BY KYLA CAMPBELL & SPoRTS~ INFOREATION 1ey college in D`oylestown, clinch- ing the fouth seed in Freedom con- s^.cTelrl :eeasTTpno:sv:::_s_:tn:;:o_ :.:o:Tie?i[ ;ee:iels::C;v:e:la;:or::n¥¥ee:-:oa:de:::e::ao#: Conference win over Delaware Val- a7:00p.in.startatFitzpatrickField. Wilkes sees its record im- prove to 9-8-2 overall and 4-3 in conference play. The Aggies end th,eir season 68-2 overall and 3-4 in the conference. Christina Waldele, who `finished the day with one goal and one assist, set a new school record for points in a season with38 and tied the record for goals in a season with 15. Rena Bolin tallied two goals to lead the Lady Colonels' offense in the shutout win. Bolin's first goalofthecontestcameoff assi\st; froin Waldele and LyndseyMcwilliamsatthe 28:14mark.Bolinextended the first-half lead to 2-0 off an assist from Tara Friedman. Waldele completedtfiescoringwithanunassistedgoalwitritwenty-fiveminute§ remaining in the contest. Wilkes held a 15-5 advantage in shots, while each team earned three comer kicks. . KatieGreenregisteredherseventh victory by shutout this season by stopping two shots in goal for the Lady Colonels, while` Adrienne Richards added one saveingoalforwilkes.Goalkeeper Lindsay Eversole ended with six sa-ves for Delaware Valley. On Tuesday afternoon at Betzler Fields, Wilkes University scored three times in the second halftoposta3-0FreedomConference women's soccer victory over RIng's college. ' After a scoreless first half Christina Waldele got Wilkes on the board at the 57:40 mark of the second period when she scored off an assist from Rena Bolin. Jill Chiucchi gave the Lady Colonels some breathing room when she tal1iedagoaloffan assist from Kristen Palunbojust56 seconds after the goal by Waldele , to make it 2-0. Chiucchi would tack on her second goal of the contest off an assist froin Kristen Haldy later in the stanza to extend the lead to Archive Photo 30. Wilkes held ;d:v:a:etT:a:,:w:h::::a!s:osschi:;::ig::o:; :t:ozpt:::|S:;:o|:1::i:1n:sfi:r: ko:ipk:e:ssk Archive Photo ® zfeeBe¢cpg,i.¥egelfbgvffitFngwnwqtiikcesebepacgnfcoemYreeEatilsviiiigb¥aF11:Ch:Zm?ilictlsfree! � 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 2003 November 3rd Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 November 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/977d7d3fbbc1d875a0c48d60d5073b23.pdf bcc6c14c0b590dd594adb4f2d1944dac PDF Text Text October 27, 2003 Volume 56 Issue 7 www.wilkesbeacon.com THE NEWS bF TODAY REPORTED BY THE .JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Fire Guts Students'W. River St. Home BY JULIE MELF Beacon Assistant News Editor ,e At approximately 5:22 p.m. Friday, fire engulfed 176-178 West River Street in WilkesBarre. Wilkes University students Lauren Solski, Rebecca Kriner, Damian Michaels, Tim Showalter and former Wilkes students Joe Caprio, and Kevin Helmbold all lived in various apartments in the building. The students and other residents managed to escape unharmed, depite the rapid spread of flames that gutted the entire structure. According to Wilkes-Barre Fire Chief lay Delaney, heavy smoke and flames came from every square inch of the rear of the building and the flames quickly spread to the three floors of the building. "When we arrived on the scene, we received a report that there might be people in the building. Rescue then became the priority of the mission. So four firefighters began the search of the first, second, and third floors of the building:Then, afterno one was found to be in the building, the next priority of the mission was to put the fire out as quickly as possible and to keep the extremely dangerous fire contained to one area so that it would not spread to other buildings nearby," explained Delaney. The building is owned by James Shields Wi_lkes offers assistance tQ three undergrads of90 Yeager Ave. in Forty-Fort. The roof of the building, like many of the older homes owned in Wilkes-Barre, was made of slate and not shingles, which caused the building to hold in the fire and collapse more easily. For these reasons, the firefighters had to pull the roof down and fight the biggest ;Jart of the fire from the outside. "I was sitting in my apartment when I heard the fire alarms go off. I looked around and · saw... flames were coming from the back of the house so I quickly grabbed my wallet and cell phone and evacuated the building," said Kevin Helmbold, a former Wilkes University student. Joe Caprio, also a former student at Wilkes University, was at work when the fire started. "After work I went back to my parents' house where I got the phone call from my · roommate that the place was on fire. So me and my dad rushed do n. I co1,1ld see the pillars of smoke from the Cross Valley. I didn't know what to think. I'm just glad everyone was O.K.," said Caprio. Several Wilkes University administrators The Beacon/T. Mick Jenkins 176-78 West River Street, shown above, was engulfed in smoke and flames last Friday, October 24. Although no one was harmed in the fire, some off-campus Wilkes students lost their home and belongings. Thefts on Campus Worry Community Public Safety officials urge awareness and caution BY JOE DeANGELIS & GABRIELLE LAMB Beacon Layout Artist & Beacon News Editor Wilkes University community members are taking extra precautions with their personal belongings after a recent string of robberies have been reported on campus. According to the Campus Community Notice posted early last week, "During the past two weeks there have been reported incidents of theft from academic buildings and vehicles on campus. The thefts range from wallets to a bicycle and, therefore, do not hold a pattern or have one specific individual's description as the suspect." Several supicious incidents were reported to Public Safety on Monday and Tuesday. According to sources in both Capin Hall and Stark Learning Center, l{Ona The Beacon/Kristin Hake one suspect was seen ente_ring Alcohol Awareness Week concluded Friday, Oct 24. One of the events held over the offices and classrooms unancourse of the week was a "beer goggle" demonstration where several students had nounced (without knocking) and then offering the excuse he e opprotunity to "see" what it's like to be intoxicated, and how alchohol impairs was "looking for his girlfriend." vision. Pictured above are students Patricia McNamara and Pamela Sessoms with No connection has actually been .,_ iStered Nurse, Gail Holby. _, , made between thefts or theft at- tempts with this individual, however. On Tuesday, Communication Studies Professor, Jane Elmes-Crahall fell victim to campus theft when her wallet was stolen from her office in Capin Hall on South Franklin St. Although only $10 of actual money was taken, Elmes-Crahall had to undergo the frustration of cancelling all of hei: credit cards, which were also in the wallet. Ehnes-Crahall predicts the wallet was stolen between two and three o'clock on Monday afternoon, since that was the longest time frame she was out Thefts continued on page 5 Index: News ................................ :........... 1-5 Ed' · · l ______________________________ 68 •·. ••• •· · .'. · •· .. •·• •· ••... •·. · ••....... - Features ... .- ................................. 9-11 Arts & Entertainment. ............ 12-15 Sports ..............................._. ...... 16-20 Calendar.............-........................... 20 �2 OCTOBER 27, 2003 NEWS . Class Gifts Be·a utify Wilkes Properties BY KRISTIN KILE Beacon Correspondent year for two years. The money was then used to establish the map and help maintain it in A campus map, the painting of the new the future. 'The class of 1998 gift can also be seen Wilkes logo on the train trestle at the entrance behind the Henry Student Center to Ralston Field, and engraved bricks sursurrounding the map. This class rounding the new campus map, were recently donated engraved bricks, with the installed as gifts from previous classes. names or nicknames of students The class of 1999 provided the funds and in the class of 1998, who particiidea for a campus map. This illuminating map can be found in the back of the Henry Stu- pated in the fundraising. Student Center where it will provide visitors and dents were able to purchase their new students with a sense of direction when brick for $50, which covered the cost for the brick and the donathey venture onto the Wilkes campus. tion to the university. Class Christine Tondrick, AssistantDiredorofMarketing Communications and co-chair for the class of 1998 said, "Once the student center was built we decided to go with a location outside. And then when 99's gift came they talked · about a map. We thought e eacon/Ryan Kle~ish 'well let's do the bricks then Class Gift of 2003 surrounding the_map."' . Even with the idea in The funding for the map project was made place and the money donated, it took five possible by donations from the student in years for the class ofl 998's gift and four years the graduating class of 1999. The class us~d for class of l 999's gift to become a reality. Carol Maculloch, Director of Wilkes a plan in which the students paid $50 every Fundraisers said, "What happens is, we have to wait until all the money comes in. So if they (students) pledge the money when they are gradating in May, · they don't even begin ......,;;;;;;;;;;...;;.;;.;;.::;;L. to make their first pay: ment until the following May when they are billed. So it often takes five years before we have the money in an account, so that we can actually do the project." Gift of 1998 The class of 2003 The Beacon/Ryan Klemish was an exception, Class Gift of 1999 however. Their gift of the painted trestle at Ralstqn Field was also installed this ofl998. year. Maculloch said, they thought this parAccording to Maculloch, the more people ticular class gift was important considering who participate in the fundraising, the nicer the old trestle was covered with graffiti. the class gift will be. · Once all the donations are received for "Seniors, please consider this wonderful the gifts, Wilkes begins construction . legacy that you can come back and enjoy and Maculloch said they try to present the gift bring your children back to enjoy and you within five years so that when students come can be proud of the rest of your life," said back for their fifth year reunion they are able Maculloch. to see what their class contributed to the camTondrick said, "We really hope that by seepus. ing the bricks, by seeing the visible reminders "I had the opportunity to see the com- of what the class gave, that future classes will pleted class gift two weeks ago during our be encouraged to take on a class gift camreunion weekend. lt is absolutely beautiful," · paign, that they can make an impact on cam~aid Michael Beachem, President of the class ·. · ·•f d~iii~H ,,- ;~~;; f fi _:::' ~ / ' r . •·• .. .. - . ..LI -~ . -. . . 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So fa:r, the$to.rm has iµte teams·~lll Everest, The s;onµ, called a f:coro for .,tvtount Eafthat ifuiiiion.~ph'(3,2~Jio;n~t)} this.o~e w,as:expected to)rit ~~e)•~~ g "Jt is kil).d.oflike a snowstorm in June i Comb~ said eower c~mpa~es have·), .• vo,pige problems ai:id bJacllouts. "Wewitrbew~tching~ur , ... y Roalstead, SJ>~~fstlla~,?~ )Seel Ene~rl~tnaj The storm's.most yj~iQltfeffect;wi:11 be!he auroras, t~t are visi?le to the nakedeye"~gh physics at the ' · ·· In a daring strike, insurgents attacked the heart of the U.S. occupation Sunday, unleashing a barrage of rockets against the Al Rasheed hotel, where U.S. officials live and where visiting Deputy Defense Secretary Paul Wolfowitz was staying. Wolfowitz escaped, but an American colonel was killed and 15 people were wounded. Scores of American officials fled the hotel in pajamas and shorts after the 6: 10 a.m. assault, in which a rocket battery on a timer, wheeled into a nearby park, hit the hotel with eight to 10 missiles. Holes pockmarked the Al Rasheed's modem, concrete facade, and windows were shattered in two dozen rooms. Wolfowitz, who appeared shaken as he addressed reporters at a convention center across the street where most officiaJl? fled, vowed the attack would not deter the United States in its mission to transform Iraq. "There are a few who refuse to accept the reality of a new and free Iraq," he said. "We will be unrelenting in our pursuit of them." The bold strike from nearly point-blank range may have been timed to coincide with the lifting of the curfew in Baghdad and opening ofa key downtown bridge, a U.S. commander said. Those steps were taken because what occupation officials called an improving security situation, but the attack once again pointed up the vulnerability of even heavily guarded U.S. facilities in Iraq, where Ame~can forces sustain an a_verage of 26 lower-profile attacks daily. A senior FBI official said the bureau, the Defense Department, the State Department's Diplomatic Security Service and Iraqi police were conducting a joint investigation. The slain American was a colonel Wolfowitz said, without identifying him. Tha; would be one of the highest ranking U.S. military officers killed in the Iraqi insurgency. Since President Bush declared an end to major combat in Iraq on May 1, 109 U.S. soldiers have been killed by hostile fire. The 15 wounded included seven American civilians, four U.S. military personnel and four civilians from other nations, the U.S. military said. One Briton was among the wounded. Anny Brig. Gen. Martin Dempsey, the commander of the 1st Armored Division, which is responsible for Baghdad security, said the attack was probably took a couple of months to plan. "No doubt it required some reconnaissance and some rehearsal...some time to weld this apparatus together (and) probably a rehearsal to pull this into position," Dempsey told a news conference. Calling the makeshift device "clever," he said the launcher was disguised to look like a portable generator and contained a set of tubes with 40 pods to contain missiles. He said about eight to 10 missiles--65mm and 85mm--hit the hotel, and 11 were still in the launcher when U.S. troops examined it. He said he did not know how many missiles . were fired but missed the Al Rasheed. The launcher also was booby-trapped, and troops had to defuse explosives in the wheel wells before they could move it, Dempsey said. He added that he did not believe Wolfowitz was the target of the attack. Instead, he said, it was timed to discredit the U.S. opening of a key bridge over the Tigris River and the lifting of a nighttime curfew in the capital--both in honor of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, which starts here Monday, and because of U.S. military assessments of improved security in Baghdad. Asked if he still stands by those assessments, Dempsey answered, "Absolutely." The Al Rasheed, which houses civilian occupation officials and U.S. military forces, is the downtown Baghdad district at the heart of the U.S.-led administration oflraq, about a mile from the palace housing the coalition headquarters and the offices of interim Iraqi Governing Council. Wolfowitz, expressing "profound sympathy" for the victims, said danger persists in Iraq "as long as there are criminals out there staging mt-and-run attacks." An Iraqi police commander, who refused to give his name, said the attackers, in a white Chevrolet pickup, drove down a main road passing a few hundred yards from the hotel and stopped at the edge of the city's main Zawra Park and Zoo. Security guards of the new Facilities Protection Service spotted the activity. "We approached him (the driver) to tell him to move the car. When he saw us, he fled," one of the injured guards, Jabbar Tarek, said at a nearby hospital. As Tarek and others approached, the rockets fired off from the blue trailer, police said. Tarek said the guards weren't armed, or "I would have fired on him." Later Sunday morning, U.S. soldiers could be seen removing at least two 3-foot-long rockets from the trailer. "There is no guarantee we can protect againstthls kind of thing unless we have soldiers on every block," said Lt. Brian Dowd of Nanuet, N .Y., a 1st Armored Division reconnai~sance officer at the scene. . Barely a mile away, the road crosses the Tigris River at the 14th ofJuly Bridge, which U.S. authorities reopened Saturday for the first time since the city fell to American troops inApril. . Iraqi security guard Dafer Jawad, 28, said that from the convention center he saw projectiles flying toward the hotel. "There was a whooshing sound," he said. "One landed in the front of the hotel. I saw very heavy white smoke in front of the hotel. ... Many people started rushing across from the hotel into the Convention Center." The hotel also was attacked Sept. 27 with small rockets or rocket-propelled grenades, causing only minimal damage. U.S. officials had warned that "Islamic extremists" planned to carry out a suicide bombing attack against an unspecified hotel in the city's Karrada district .used by Westerners. But the warning did not specify a target, and the Al Rasheed is not in that district. �4 NEWS OCTOBER 27 2003 Recent Hazing Cases Prompt Policy Change at Wilkes BY JULIE MELF Beacon Assistant News Editor Recently, the media have paid a great deal of attention to local or national hazing incidents. But why the sudden interest in something that has been going on for years? Locally, the Lake Lehman school district has wrestled publicly with how to respond to an incident that involved several upperclass football players allegedly hazing a younger player for poor performance on ~he field. Lehman's case is not unusual, however. One need only pick up other national papers or listen for a short while to hear similar stories across the nation, some of which have much darker endings. According to www.stophazing.org, wh~n most people think of hazing, images of college fraternities and sororities pledging rituals come to mind. However, a study by Alfred University and the NCAA found that approximately 80% of college athletes had been subjected to some form of hazing. This equates to more than 250,000 athletes during the 199899 school year alone. Half were Fequired to participate in drinking contests or alcohol related initiations while two-thirds were subjected to humiliating themselves. The four Lake Lehman students in question were given~heavy sentences for their involvement in hazing a fellow teammate on the football team. The Times Leader recently reported that Adam Harris, 15, of Lehman Township had his hands, head, and feet taped to a wheeled chair, while four teammates rubbed Icy Hot (anointment used to relieve muscle pain) on his head and face, and attempted to push him across a hallway and into an adjacent gymnasium. The chair hit the threshold of a door, dumping Harris on the floor, face-first, causing the teenager to suffer a fractured jaw and other injuries. The p~nishment for the students involved difficult, or humiliating tasks. According to standard definitions, there are two different categories of hazing. Subtle Hazing, which involves actions that are against accepted sorority or fraternity standards of conduct, behavior and good taste. An activity or attitude directed toward a pledge or an act which ridicules, humiliates or embarrasses. The other category of hazing is called Harassment Hazing, which is anything that causes mental anguish or physical discom- "In the public media there have been several examples that remind us we need to be ever vigilant to be sure that we protect the rights and education of everyone who chooses to attend Wilkes." Dr. Paul Adams Vice President for Student Affairs includes expulsion through January, counseling, community service and no extracurricular activities for the school year. Another case reported this school year involved three varsity football players of the Mephan High School football team. The three were accused of sodomizing three freshmen players at a football camp in August. This resulted in the school canceling the entire football season and sexual brutalizing charges were filed against the players. " Hazing is defined in the dictionary as persecuting or harassing with meaningless, fort to the pledge. Any activity directed toward a pledge or activity, which confuses, frustrates or causes undue stress can be considered under this ·category. While many definitions address hazing as it pertains to fraternities and sororities, as is evident in the Lehman case, other organizations, schools, and groups are not immune to its effects. Hazing is a crime.in 41 states, though many of the states limit thei'r definitions, often excluding humiliation as an element. With the recent local and national attention hazing is now receiving, Wilkes University administrators have decided to revise the University's policy regard- Red Cross me.t with them to offer them a full array of services," explained Shinkus. including Barbara King, Associate Dean of Members of the Wilkes-Barre Fire DeStudent Affairs; Gretchen Yenias, Directorof partment took notice of the administraResidence Life; and Vaughn Shinkus, Direc- tion who came to the scene. "The great tor of Marketing Communications, came to thing about this institution is the conthe scene to help those who lost their apart- cern they have for their students, which ments and possessions. really showed that night. Even though \ 1 the building is a 'r/ distance from the , University and the + students don't dorm on campus, Barbara King and others came down. It's reassuring to us that 1 I Wilkes made sure they had a warm place to go to," stated Delaney. Delaney also stressed -the imThe Beacon/T. Mick Jenkins portance of fire alarms. "The fire . Wilkes-Barre Firefighters were on the scene battling the blaze on West River Street on Friday night for several hours was fast moving, 1 and when the alarms went off it "We really feel it's important that we are prompted them to quickly leave the buildthere for our students particularly in times ing. It's a lesson to be learned how imporlike this. We wanted to ensure that we pro- tant fire alarms are." vided necessary accommodations so that The cause of the fire is still under inthey were safe and comfortable. We opened vestigation by Wilkes-Barre City fire inup space in Barre Hall so that the students vestigators but should be known in the who were displaced by the fire would be shel- next couple of days tered. -We also offered them meal plans, vouchers for books, and representatives from Fire continued from page 1 V . . .: ~ . ❖->i,.w.• ing the matter. "I think Wilkes benefits greatly with respect to hazing issues by not having fraternities and sororities other than service-oriented groups," stated Mark Allen, Dean of Student Affairs. Dr. Paul Adams, Vice President for Student Affairs concurred and added, "In the public media there have been several examples that remind us we need to be ever vigilant to be sure that we protect the rights and education of everyone who chooses to attend Wilkes." Prior to the changes, a more unspecified policy, which can be found on page 32 of the student handbook, states that disciplinary action will take place if, "actions indicating a lack of concern for the welfare or safety of others or conduct which may discredit the University," is violated. The revised policy defines hazing according to Pennsylvania State Law and states, "Any alleged act of hazing brought to the attention of University officials will be fully investigated and those individuals and/or groups accused will be brought before the University's Student Affairs (?ffic_e for adjudication." "Any offense to the policy would come before the Student Affairs Cabinet and we would weigh· the circumstances before delivering the appropriate sanctions to the individual or groups involved," explained Allen. ..r,:- STUDENTS WELCOME Sherman Hills Apartments www.shermanhillsappartments.com The Best Looking Affordable Apartments In Wilkes-Barre Now accepting applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments Centrally Located Public transportation Carpeting Air Conditi"oning On Site Soci~ Service Coordinator. Laundry Facilities 24-Hour Maintenance Service Frost Free Refrigerator Garbage Disposal Stove .., iJ 300 Parkview Circle Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18702 Monday - Friday 8A.M. to SP.M. CHECK US OUT TODAY !!!! 570-823-5124 EHO �NEWS OCTOBER 27 2003 Rationale for Community . Notification Bulletins Offered BY GABRIELLE LAMB Beacon News Editor Recently a non-Wilkes individual was discovered in Fortinsky H:11 located on South Franklin Street. Although the students inside the dorm scared the stranger off, and no physical threat appeared present, questions arose when the traditional Campus Community Notification post did not appear on campus doorways. This led many students to question what sort of infraction is cause for a campus-wide notification. As Public Safety Manager Matthew Yencha pointed out, diff~rent situations require different courses of action. According to Public Safety guidelines, there are four processes for distributing information regarding incidents that may be a threat to the campus community. These categories include: Low severity incident outside of campus grounds, high severity situations outside of campus grounds, low severity on-campus incidents, and high severity situations on campus. Although all notifications contain the same general information, such as date, time, location, and the nature of the situation, the four categories ~~qu~~e/;!;~e::~eans of get- dius of campus," said Yencha. "So because we have students down on Ross St. and on the further end of South River St., we'll take into account those students being there and we'll consider that being on campus at that point --though it is not specifically part of our campus property." Because the non-Wilkes indi~idual who entered Fortinsky Hall, did not try to physically force his way into the dorm or seem to pose any kind of immediate threat, Public Safety officials felt his presence 'IJILKES IINJVERS\l'f EST, 1933 UN IVE RS ITV SERVICE CENTER /< miow severity i~cidents•that take place outside of the campus grounds are distributed by means of the today@wilkes notification, in which the situation is posted on the Wilkes website. Incidents of high severity outside of the campus perimeter also require the today@wilkes notification, as well as Campus Community Notification flyers that can be seen in and around campus buildings. For incidents that occur on campus grounds, the means of communication increase in urgency and the goal becomes to make immediate contact with students, faculty, and staff. Low level situ_ations require that students are notified via e-mail, through their Wilkes account, that a situation occurred. High severity situations that occur on campus include the same e-mail notifications to Wilkes accounts, as well as the Campus Community Notification flyers that are often seen around the campus. "When we judge severity and what our boundaries are for campus ... basically it encompasses anything within ... about a one block ra- alone did not meet the requirements of a community notification. "If he attempted to physically get into the room ... then that is something we would want to put out there. We would have a description ofthat.individual...and let everyone know," said Yencha. "The individual was confronted by a student. She asked what he wanted, and he ended up leaving. So, it's kind ofa fine line. You don't want to put something out there and scare everybody, thinking there is this person on campus trying to get into dorms." A more serious event that occured not too far from campus also did not require a notification to the campus community. When Hugo Selenski escaped from the Luzerne County Correctional Facility on October 10, 2003, Campus Community Notification e-mails or flyers were nowhere to be seen, even though Selenski was still at large following students' return to campus after the holiday weekend. As Director of Public Safety Chris Bailey said, the lack ofextreme threat combined with the extensive media coverage, were the driving forces in the decision to not release a campus-wide notification. "That was a judgment call we made at the time. We folt that the local media venues were much more effective in getting the word out. Any type of e-mail communication would have been ineffective. Any type of electronic communication would have been ineffective," explained Bailey. "... myself and another administrator didn't feel the risk was extreme. The police coverage was pretty extensive, (and) again we felt it was covered adequately by the local media venues." Yencha added that the campus initiated extra security measures that weekend, by requiring more patrols by officers and security escorts for the individuals on campus that night. "We were working with the police, and we actually kept Public Safety officers that would have gone off their shift, on and continued vehicle pa_trols as well as foot patrols ... We had our custodial staff on overnight and we actually provided them with es• corts throughout the night, just taking them from building to building, just in case he was in the area and may have been on campus," commented Yencha. However, not only safety measures require a notification, and the lack of it led to some parking problems on campus when Governor Ed Rendell's visit forced university officials to close the entire commuter parking lot behind the Henry Student Center. Students complained that the lack of notice caused headaches and stress as they attempted to return to classes following fall break. "That was very last minute, when we found out that we needed the whole lot closed down. So making accommodations for something like that, unfortunately we are going to displace a lot of students ... But when upper administration says we need this lot closed, at that point we say, 'OK, let's make the best of what we can'," said Yencha. Although the Gold Parking Day was publicized on the Wilkes website, the last minute notification did not oblige with the usual 3-4 day notification thet Public Safety office prefers to give. 5 Thefts continued from page 1 of her office without seeing the wallet. Unfortunately, since her purse and keys were left, she didn't find out that her wallet was gone until later in the day when she went to retrieve it. "I didn't discover the wallet was missing until I was home on Monday night and needed to get something out of the wallet," ElmesCrahall said. At first she believed she dropped her wallet in her office and wisely reported all her credit cards missing. The credits card companies then cancelled her cards, but not before the thief attempted to make a purchase. "In the process of cancelling the cards, one credit eard company told me someone attempted to use my card for a $40 purchase--sometime yesterday (Tuesday) after the wallet was stolen--but the purchase was denied," Elmes-Crahall said. "Whoever took it, however, didn't waste time." Although she didn't see the thief, Elmes-Crahall believes it's a male because he/she left her purse. "Since they left behind all the photo IDs and the purse itself, I do think the thief was a male," ElmesCrahall said. She believes this be- cause she claims.it would be suspicious to see a man carrying a purse. Another sign of the crime wave occurred on Monday in Chase Hall, when someone attempted to steal a laptop computer. Luckily, the computer, which belonged to Michael Frantz, Vice President ofEnrollment Services, had a security lock which prevented the laptop from being taken from the desk and the thief was unsuccessful. Receptionist Marie Carver said that the would; be thief might have entered through the back door of ·the building. "There are so many people coming and going," she said, citing why the individual may have gone unnoticed. Public Safety officials have recommended that students, faculty, and staff take extra precautions with their valuable items - and report any suspicious activity to the Public Safety office. As the Pu.blic Notification cited, "Members of the campus community are reminded that they should always lock-up their valuables (in a desk, closet, cabinet, etc.) and lock their doors whenever leaving their office/room--even ifit is 'only for a minute."' 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Or perhaps it has plowed by an unexpected plane · sunply become more cornfo~ble to that has entered the New York City ~elega_te ta_lk of God to where 1t ~as atrnosphere. Minutes later the sec- 1~ social circles before 9/11: We ve ond tower of the World Trade Cen- killed mostly all the terronsts and ter was struck by another hijacked bombed countless countries that plane. The hearts ofAmericans stop harbored the many so-called terrorbeatinginamomentofdisbelief. ist s,sowhytalkofGod? When life as we knew it was no It seems many people have taken longer there, it left all of us to pon- this standpoint and have just disder the indecipherable remains. missed th e heritage and foundation Where to turn? What else was there of what our country has been to look forward to? formed on ... not pulling references The Present: A girl goes to about God out of our Pledge of Alschool in a small California town. legiance, which has been a part of As she stands up from her seat in our everyday for some decades her daily routine to say the !>ledge now., but rath er freedom to worship of Allegiance, the nation is again wherever a nd however. we feel. disrupted by what follows. Who What our country also has enwould know that this day the little dorsed since the signing of our Congirl would go home to her atheist stitution is a "majority rules" way father and explain her experience of of deciding important issues. saying the Pledge ofAllegiance with In this country many people-the word ''.God" in it? Who would Christians, Jews, Muslims--believe know that this father would in God and also believe in the pritry to rewrite history for r--=='.""' ~------those who had constructed our constitution and the millions upon millions who had recited the. Pledge of Aliegiance before? Who would guess that this man would succeed? It's amazing how these two events •have managed to shake up a nation in different ways, but perhaps what is more disturbing to note are the parallels between the two situations. On September J lth,2001, when America woke up to its own vulnerability when its two towers were reduced to rubble, Americans were in a state of shock. They turned t_o anything and everyone in sight for comfort. In fact, they even turned to each other, perhaps for the first time--at least noticeably--in a long while. Everyone worked together to get one another through it. In addition, everyone ......,.......,_..., :;;;;;;......._______..,..;;;,..,... seemed to also get behind none other than God. Because it was a time of distress, God was good maryargumentsofferedbyourforeenough to be the entity to go to, to fathers: reverence for our country, tum to, and to justify the crusade its foundations, its leaders, and against terrorism. "God Bless yes ... above all, GOD! Since 1954 America," and "God Bless the USA" when President Dwight D. became the soundtracks for our ev- Eisenhower included the statement eryday lives. Churches filled up. "under God" in the Pledge of AliePrayer vigils were commonplace. giance, it has never been a problem. Because we had lost so much, we Butasthewaythingsgomanytimes justified our patriotism and we jus- in our country, one person's misery tified ourselves in the name of God. becomes everyone's problem. So where does all of this misery But now that the smoke has cleared and our country is getting and altering of historical documents back to normal, have we lost our stem from? Enter Michael Newdow. Newdow, who has repeatedly tried to sue the school district of Elk Grove, California, had largely been unsuccessful. After finally striking .----=::~IP....---.ria the right chQrd, Newdow managed to get a 2-1 decision that the Supreme Court passed to have "under God" removed from the pledge. Newdow said, "People have to consider what if they were in the minority religion and the majority religion was overpowering them? I'll keep fighting to uphold the Constitution." Thank you for your selfless crusade, Mr. Newdow. You are doing your country a remarkable service. [Insert heavy sarcasm here.] The fact of the matter is that at no time was Newdow's daughter ever forced to say the pledge. But the whole premise of N~wdow's argument, that he and his daughter are a part of the minority religion, doesn't hold water. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, atheism means: "a: a disbelief in the existence of deity; b : the doctrine that there is no deity." Thus, atheism cannot ,, be considered a religion. Thanks to Mr. Newdow's twisted minority mumbo jumbo Americans have been asked to change the way they talk, the way they sing, the way they spend money , and countless other things we have established in our nation for some time. Because of this what will happen to songs like "God Bless America?" American cumency says "In God We Trust." Will that need to change as well? Will there be signs in restaurants saying, "This is a no God zone. Please respect the wishes of others and refrain from saying the word God so as not to offend anyone." God forbid (oops!) if Michael N ewdow happened to be ·in the booth next to you ... we might hurt his feelings. It seems ridiculous that an editori al actually has to be written on a subject like this, but it was come a nation with no identity be- · Newdow's absurdity and selfish- cause any open pride or worship of ness that has forced the _courts to anything would be hurtful to othdeal with yet an- ers. Lighten up! Otherwise we will other ridivulous be joining hands with Michael waste of time Newdow singing "God Less ! and taxpayers' America." money. Face it, And as for the 2-1 judgement our country is handed down by the California Suone that has al- preme Court, Dennis Miller put it ways stood out best: "So, your honor, the pledge is from the rest. We unconstitutional becau$e it says are a strong na- 'under God.' Guess that means when tion that has al- you were sworn in with your hand ways had God-- on a Bible and at the end of your however we oath repeated, 'so help me, God,' that might individu- makes your job unconstitutional; ally define that therefore you have no job, which entity--as our center point and we means your ruling doesn't mean ... " have always believed in majority I think we get the.point. rules. We must keep our heritage and maintain it before we truly be...----------------------------. BTHE EAc ON Staff Managing Editor:............................. 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Will Midgett Asst. Photo Editor: ........................... T. Mick Jenkins Web Manager: ............ :..................... Don Shappelle Faculty Advisor:~·........ ,..................... Dr. Andrea Frantz Box 111, Wilkes University 192 South F in St. Wilkes-Barre 1 PAJ8766 (570) 408-5903 · E-mail: wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com . . · Backgro1:1nd * Estabhshed m 1944 * Member ofthe Pennsylvania Newspaper Association * Pnnted on Mondays, with the exception of holidays * l_,500 papers distributed weeklv �OCTOBER 27, 2003 EDITORIAL 7 Histori is all Around us at Wilkes _University BY DR. JOHN HEPP Assistant Professor ofHistory When I first visited Wilkes University as a prospective faculty member five years ago, I was immediately struck by its beautiful and historic campus. I teach and write about urban America between the end of the Civil War and the start of World War II. The Wilkes campus and the surrounding community were full of buildings and sites of interest to me. Five years later, I am still discovering architectural details and historical trivia that make our academic home fascinating to me and many of my students. [ like teaching about what we historians call the Abuilt environment--the stuff humans make when reshaping their world. I'm interested in all sorts of things, from buildings to roads and fences to street furniture, and what these items tell us about Wilkes-Barre's past, present and (perhaps) future. For me, the Wilkes oompus is a laboratory to stuey life in hard work and entrepreneurship that sus- a wonderfully ironic turn of events! To the wealthy residents of the area, this must have tained it. America over the last century or so. The building my students and campus visi- · Next to Kirby Ball is Chase Hall, home of signaled a shocking shift in power. Later, as tors seem to like the best is Kirby Hall. People Admissions, a wonderful Tudor Revival man- anthracite production declined,the United love the wonderfully restored interior and the sion, which means it was meant to look like Mine Workers would leave. In turn, Wilkes beautiful finishes. Built in 1872, Kirby Hall is something from Shakespearian England, built would take over the building. In under a cena magnificent example of the w~althofGilded for the president of the Lehigh Valley Coal tury, one building was used by the.elite of the Company in 1918. This house reinforces for Gilded Age and the representatives of the Age America. But if we go beyond the aristocratic trap- me the.power and the prestige of the mining workers of the industrial twentieth century pings of Kirby Hall, I think there are other companies that were once headquartered and the students and faculty of the post-industrial twentieth and twenty-first centuries. • lessons of history to be learned from the struc- here. History is all around us at Wilkes and in My own office is in Capin Hall, a more ture. _ If you pass through the magnificent . Center City Wilkes-Barre. As you walk the modest yet still impressive brick structure on rooms of the public face of the Kirby family campus or to a destination downtown, look South Franklin Street. The history of this residence into the servant's portions of the around and appreciate the beauty and diverbuilding ·nicely "reflects change over time in building, you will find a much less grand and sity of the architecture and the history it repthe Wyoming Valley. Once the home of a more utilitarian interior. I find these rooms a resents. Perhaps Wilkes-Barre's future can coal-company lawyer, it later became the louseful reminder that for every F.M. Kirby in be found in the preservation and use of its cal headquarters of the miner's union. What Victorian Americi there were hundreds of past. puorer people living in far more humble abodes. r--------------------------------The otherimportant lesson ofK.irby Hall for me is to remind us all that Wilkes-Barre at its peak ( from about 1880 to 1920) was more than just anthracite mining. Kirby (like Frederick J. Weckesser of Weckesser Hall fame) made his money as an entrepreneur with the F. W. Woolworth chain of five and tencent stores, the early-twentieth-century equivalent of Wal-Mart. Although anthracite may have fueled (terrible, but all too typical pun intended) Wilkes-Barre's boom, it was Hallowee_n: The Last Fun Holiday BY MATTHEW JONES Beacon Columnists We've reached that time of year when it's socially acceptable to dress and act like complete morons for one night. Yes, it's nearly Halloween, the greatest "holiday" ever.... for a few reasons. For starters, no other time of year allows adults to tap into their forcibly suppressed childishness like Halloween. In other words, this is the one time you'll get to see that guy from R & D down the hall outfitted as Harry Potter, drinking tequila and overtly hitting on your wife. One must realize these are pivotal moments in our lives, truly. Think,about some adults' costumes from a psychologist's perspective. You may become legitimately frightened. Second, Halloween is a great display of the infinitesimal amount of trust that we as Americans. still hold for each other. Think about this, now. We dress our children so no one can recognize them and send them out late at night to visit strangers who offer them candy. Wow. If there was ever a time for someone to indulge his or her twisted and perverse proclivities, this is it. But we pay no mind. This is good and bad, depending on how you look at it. Gooq that we can trust our fellow humans with our children and bad because we assume that dear old Mr. Johnson, who we've met once, is in fact not an axe murderer who literally eats children. "Well Billy, his light's on, so that means it's safe to ring his doorbell." Well, that makes me feel better. If the day ever comes that I find myself raising children I'll certainly let them go out as long as they wear the home made explosives set to go off if they're not home by a specified time. Sure I trust people but it's always best to take certain precautions. Seriously though folks, Halloween is really the only holiday that Americans have not totally corrupted beyond recognition with disgusting displays of consumerism. Christmas should be renamed "When The Hell Do We Open Presents?" and Thanksgiving is nothing more than a large meal to properly prepare ourselves for the physical and mental me lee that is Black Friday (fitting name). Sure, Halloween involves a certain amount of shopping, but the true basis, dressing up to scare away those restless spirits, has not been molested, yet. The secondary idea, having fun, is still fighting the good fight. The last and more or less adopted goal of Halloween, scaring the bejeesus ·out of your children, thankfully is also still a forerunner. There must be a primal rush directly produced when you hear your 8-year-old scream in utter terror as a volunteer firefighter swings a plastic knife at your offspring's eyes. So dress up as something ridiculous, communicate with the dead, traumatize children, read Poe, · eat candy until you're big as a house, or do whatever you need to in order to have FUN. sa·vor it, too. Christmas is right around the corner. All Hail the "Do Not Call" List BY MEAGAN BROWN Beacon Correspondent One of the most annoying things I can think of is getting a phone call from a telemarketer early in the morning or as you are sittirtg down to dinner. I support the "Do Not Call" list more than anyone for this precise reason. After receiving phone calls in my own dorm, I put my number on the list. People have the right to decide who calls them and unwanted calls from telemarketers undermines that right. This list protects our right to privacy and in no way should be considered unconstitutional. The way I see it is ifl wanted to get a magazine subscription or a new credit card, I would go seek out the information. What I hate most of all is when you tell a telemarketer that you are not interested, and then they call back five minutes later. Ifl told them five minutes ago I didn't want a twelve-year subscription to Hunt Master's Weekly what makes them think I would change my mind in the span of five minutes? The job of a telemarketer is to badger you until you break down and buy something. Seeing the telemarketing business fail would be a happy moment for me and for many other people in the United States. If they only called once or twice a week it might not be a big problem, but I know people who have received as many as 25 phone calls in one day! That is more than one call per hour. Laws placed on the telemarkete_rs have failed as well. The first attempt took aim at time slots. It aimed to limit telemarketers by preventing calls after six pm. That law failed dismally and there was no real way to punish those -who violated it. With the "Do Not Call" list now in place, it will be easier to stop the calls and to punish those who violate it. Already charges have been brought against different companies, and finally the companies are losing. I support the "Do Not Call" list because it protects-my right to privacy, and I hope that everyone will take; advantage of it. 'Let"There Be Light! Last week, three new lightposts were installed along the path next to the clock tower. Thanks to the efforts of publicsaftety office who p~ve he~ded up the evaluation of "lighting on campys,this part of the gr~nway.,i§ a bit'safe fo.nstudents to w~l~fromplace to pJace In the eveniOQ>,hdurs. "Ttlis'Wednesa:y, PUQlic Safety will lec,d c;l,i'µght W~!J<" to further eyal4ate the quality of lighting in and arplffld campus. }: �8 OCTOBER 27, 2003 EDITORIAL Point/Counterpoint: Hazing: important issue or media hype? BY GINGER ESLICK Beacon Opinion/Editorial Editor Thanks to a local hazing incident at Lake Lehman High School a few weeks ago, the issue of hazing has again found its way to th~ front page of local newspapers. On one hand, we have to take into consideration the fact thaipeople may get hurt as a result of these ritualistic activities. On the other hand, hazing is something that has been going on for decades and some argue it is a rite of socialization. The majority ofpeople who take part in these events walk away unharmed. Is hazing an important issue worthy ofpublic scrutiny? You decide. Ginger Eslick · I will admit hazing is the talk of the town. But has anyone noticed that ever since the recent hazing incident at Lake Lehman High School occurred the media has been all over the issue? With the present case excepted, when is the last time you remember hearing about a hazing incident or incidents in this area? . This isn't just an outbreak that began all of a sudden; this is something the media chooses to highlight and emphasize because right now most viewers/readers are sensitive to the issue thanks to the close-to-home incident. For the most part, high school students are not stupid. They know full well that there are ritualistic events that take place each year for the rookies on the team. These freshmen rookies who initially take the brunt of the "harassing" later turn around and become the initiators of the hazing. No one sets out to cause harm or distress in any way to other members of the team . Mostly ever'yone who takes part in the initiation of a sporting event gets through it with no injuries and most people live to tell memorable stories about it. Granted, accidents do happen, but that is a part of life just as is growing up. Kari Parienello I've never thought of hazing for initiation to a group as something-that happens to high school students, but it seems that this year several area high schools, and others all over the nation are encountering problems with hazing. When I think of hazing, I see a bunch of fraternity guys huddled around the new pledges, making them swallow goldfish or drink enough alcohol to support a small Russian village. When a guy pledges to a fraternity, he knows there's going to be some form of initiation, and well, he's as prepared as one can get for something like that. The problem arises when an unsuspecting high school football player or cheerleader is basically assaulted and humiliated. Maybe I've got it all wrong, and because they're younger, it's acceptable for them to be immature, but I don't buy that. It's also possible that I'm just naive. I went to high school BYKARIPARIENELLO Beacon Layout Artist in a small town, and I never once heard of a hazing incident in my school. It was understood that if you were caught hazing another student, the punishment would be about as severe as if you brought drugs to school. Something has to be done about the recent outbreak of hazing incidents, but what exactly can we do? We need to watch the example we're setting for the slightly younger generation, because if they're performing these hazing incidents in high school, imagine what they could come up with by the time they're fraternity members. Hazing is only going to get more and more dangerous ifwe don't crack down on it now. The Frightful Feel o_f Terrorism BY SABRINA McLAUGHLIN Beacon Asst. Op-Ed Editor Despite the greater risk of terrorist attack since 9/ 11, I still believe that Americans cannot imagine what it must be like to live under imminent threat of death . The situation is much worse in other parts of the world. For example, in spite oftalks of a cease-fire between the IRA and pro-British Unionists in Northern Ireland, there are still walls separating Catholic and Protestant neighborhoods in Belfast, protecting both sides from the random sniper fire of each other's terrorists. Meanwhile; the aggressively militant factions within the IRA continue to plant car bombs and arrange shootings. Terrorists on both sides impede compromise and the peaceful resolution of this painful centuries-old conflict. In the Middle East, of course, the situation is at its worst. Even after 9/11, I think most Americans are able to calmly perform the tasks of their daily lives without the constant anxiety hanging over their heads that at any moment they could become the victim of an arbitrary, random act of terrorist violence. Compare this to the situation in Israel: what is daily life like for the average person living in Israel? Over the past months, suicide bombings have been happening with an alarmingly greater frequency, occurring now it seems at the rate of two or three every week. Every time they board a bus, do people think, "Could this be the day?" When they sit down at a cafe to read a newspaper or talk with friends over coffee, is the thought always in the backs of their minds, "Will I be in the wrong place at the wrong time today?" Perhaps what is most heinous is that terrorist extremists on both sides often target people who try to break down the barriers between hostile factions . Throughout the worst of the fighting in Northern Ireland during the '80s and '90s, Catholic/Protestant interfaith couples and families were targeted by terrorists from both sides. Just a few weeks ago, a suicide bomber struck at a cafe in Haifa in Israel that was co-owned by two families that shared a close friendship as well as a business -- one family Jewish, one family Palestinian. George Hassan, one of the Palestinian co-owners, was seriously wounded and almost killed in that attack. Perhaps what is particularly disheartening for many religious Jews and Muslims is that terrorists have been stepping up their attacks during both the Jewish High Holidays (the Haifa bombing was perpetrated the weekend ofYom Kippur) and terrorist attacks are likely to increase during the upcoming monthlong observance of Ramadan -- the holiest time of year for Muslims. Certainly one of the saddest things about the rash of war, violence, and terrorism that has spread around the globe is the toll it is taking on the next generation that is trying to grow up in this frightening world we are living in today. In Belfast, there is a Catholic school abutting a Protestant neighborhood; parents are becoming afraid to send their chi!- . killed an infant. How could anyone shoot a dren to school in the mornings because they helpless little child? are being pelted with stones, bottles, and Post-9/11 , Americans are only beginning other objects by the neighbors as they pass to learn what people in places like Central by. The Israeli military launches missile at- Africa, the Balkans, Chechnya, Northern Iretacks against settlements where terrorists are land, Israel, and hundreds of other places hiding, but no matter how precise the tech- around the globe have known for too long: nology there;are always civilian casualties that the modern world can be a mind-numband injuries -- many of them children. On the ingly dangerous place, and there is no such flip side, there was a shooting in Israel on thing as a guarantee of safety. September 27 in which a terrorist shot and Your Voices ... ti Editor 'sNote: Thefo/lowing was.sent Th~ Beacon in response to last week's article on medical malpractice l:,y Beacon ,1ssistant Qpinion/Editorial Editq,; Sabrina McLaughlin. While malpractice inst!Plnce premiums skyroc~et. Pemlsylvani~ COil~nues to lose access to medical care. Physiciaµs are refusin,g to provide high-risk services, such as neurosurgery and ohstetrics1 or they ,are packing up and moving elsewhere, lf Cpngress does not pursue caps on medical malpractice awards, both physicians and patients will lose. California and Texas have malpractice reform legislation. with successful end results. Responsible physicians are able to focus more on prov:idmg care to patient11, instead of focusjng OJ) the rising CQsts '?f liability insurance. Those patients who have been harmed by irresponsible physicians can stills~klega!justice.' The only limit is on S9""calle~ "}'.lain and suffering'' awards, not on economic damages, such as medical bills and lost.RtfY·• l'he problem Is not because of responsible physicians, as Ms. McLaughlin , erroneously,insinuates., Ov~ealoustrial la~yers~ .tQ . blame. Accordipg to the U.S. Genera\Aocountjµg Offis~, the'average 1tward ilt.Jlledical :malpractice ca~s has increased by passed S.00°/4since1999. , , ;,,'" ·. , : ,. . Who ~nefits fi:omthe~ inflated ~pain artd su:fferin,.g~ awar<;ls? The lawyers. Who pays forit? 1:he physi~ians ~d the pati~p.ts. ·. ,, •. ·· Congress must pass legislation io correct the.medical malpractice problimi. Otherwise, everyone loses, except the. lawyers. Timothy l- M;jllard, 03 Sayracuse, ~ ' �OCTOBER 27, 2003 FEATURES 9 Getting the Early Buzz on Spring Break BY JESS NIEMIEC Beacon Correspondent ,~ Beaco,~: Cross:,:: ih~n yoqJi ~µ.a · Bea,co asmu Beacon: I{qa,.;n. Bea~o.n:,,.: Krzan: :·• · Ourfi Beacon: J(rzanf ·" 25 girl Beaconi) As the fall semester winds down Alternative Spring Break trip previand thoughts of spring semester ously scheduled to depart for begin, there are two words that Cochambaba, Bolivia, was ,canceled tingle on the lips of teachers and for safety reasons when civil un. rest and violence erupted in the area. students alike: spring break. Whether it be a traditional spring According to Gail Minichiello, Cobreak filled with fun and sun or an ordinator of Community Service at alternative spring break meant to Wilkes, it was in the best interest of make the participant feel all warm the students and advisors involved and fuzzy inside, the planning for in alternative spring break to look spring break actually should begin for a new destination for spring break. · now. "We began looking for alterna"The majority of students looking for a spring break trip come in tives right away," said Minichiello. asking where the most popular des- "We highly desired an international tinations are," stated Jessica Eicke, trip, and are excited that we .were travel consultant at Liberty Travel, able to get into a new international Wyoming Valley Mall, Wilkes-Barre. program." The organization sponsoring The most popular locations include Jamaica, Cancun, the Bahamas, arid the spring break alternative for Wilkes is Amizade, which is the Florida. Some of the options available to Portuguese word for 'friendship.' students are all-inclusive packages, "They were a good fit for us, as they which make things easier. They can are s~fe and offer good service," include resorts that offer all meals said Minichiello. Amizade is a non-profit organiand drinks on premises included. Travel agencies can create trips - zation working toward international for student groups as well. By form- exploration and understanding ing a larger group of people to travel through volunteering and commutogether, agencies can help stu- nity service-driven learning. Wilkes officials are as yet undents to save money. Students choose where it is they want to go, sure about the nature of their work where they're staying, and how in Brazil. Currently, the alternative they're going to get there, and the - spring break may be oriented toagencies do the rest. All that stu- ward working with orphanages tudents have to do is pick up informa- toring elementary and middle tion necessary before the trip. • school children, but nothing has "The best advice I can give any- yet been determined. Members of one planning any kind of trip-- this trip, in fact, could end up do• whether it be group-oriented or one ing something on the construction person--is to do it early. The most or renovation end. The advisors for the alternative options and the best prices are gospring break trip are Minichiello, ing fast," said Eicke. Mark Allen, Dean of Students and One question that comes to the mind of many is 'How far ahead.of Kevin Gaughenbaugh, Coordinator that time should planning for spring of Campus Interfaith. "I'm hoping this trip will help the break start?' Eicke notes that the sooner the planning begins, the bet- students get a greater sense of serter off the traveller is. ."Ideally, vice. I know, especially in college, spring break trips should be planned it's hard to realize there really are as soon as the last one is over... It's people that need our help outside possible to make these plans as late the campus," said Gaugenbaugh. as two weeks before, but to get the "I'm also excited that it's internabest prices and accommodations, a tional. There's help needed all over year in advance is recommended," the world, so it doesn't matter where wego." she added. Spring break alternative groups Students who aren't interested in the traditional spring break choices, will be approximately 10-15 people, may choose -to go with something a including advisors. Housing is pro- _ bit different: the twelfth annual Al- vided, but ariy balance not raised sponsorship or ternative Spring Break offered by through fundraising activities, must be covWilkes. This year's destination is ered by the.trip participants. While Santarem, Brazil, but there's much the goal of the trip is community to be done before things actually service, there is free time scheduled so that participants can sightsee get rolling. Within the past few weeks, the and relax. �FEATURES 10 OCTOBER 27, 2003 Wilkes' Technological Face will Receive Lift BY ELVIRA ILLIANO Beacon Assistant Features Editor Just as puffy hairdos and flashy style trends have their way of evolving throughout time, so, too, does technology. Eager to meet the constant demands of change, Wilkes officials are working to improve the technological face of the university. And the iptitial steps toward that end are currently under way. Wilkes University is currently being assessed to decipher how Wilkes' technology can be updated to"state-of-the-art" status. James J. Lennox, Director oflnformation Technology Services at Wilkes University, better explained the self-assessment process. "An IT assessment is underway to identify what is state-of-the-art for higher ed technology. Where does Wilkes stand compared to state-of-the-art, and how does Wilkes get there?_" stated Lennox. Scott Byers, Vice President ofFinance and Support Operations at Wilkes University, also added that are specific issues that need to be addressed as far as technology is concerned. Included among those issues is the reliability of the current tech systems at Wilkes.· s ma tomin fil ter seri~a ing, andfi Yes;'tb common and a c ' same t .·., theFood' istratioU . >• of the biggest m rounding the flu. A1 having a' Q014 ang.; CV i •• f+;c,; are alll\.eJn ll)any tlu ca · ··· mor Ii ¾: · "Reliability is definitely an issue. Speed is an issue. We want more capabilities. It's kind of taking a step back and saying, 'Where should we be?' And we know we are not at state-of-the-art, so we need to figure out how to get there," explained Byers. Certainly by MIT standards, Wilkes University's current technological status may not be state-of-the-art, but Lennox clarified the reasons why and what is currently being done to change that. "Certainly not all of our information technology systems are state-ofthe-art. As most students and employees of the University know, our e-mail system has reached its capacity... We are currently conducting a full IT assessment, which, when complete, will help us to build a road map for getting to what is known as state-of-the-art." Although several students may have heard about the Banner system, Wilkes University's primary administrative computing system, not many know what it is or what purpose it serves. Byers helped to address the issue by describing the banner system in a bit more detail. "The Banner [System] is what is called an enterprise resource system that collects information in a variety of different tables and formats ... What we are trying to do is eliminate a lot of steps in the process through the use of technology now. For example, taking invoices that may have been sent in by a paper canal electronically, [it] goes right into the Banner system." He also added, 'The Banner system is complicated," and that all necessary procedures are being followed to create an effective, webbased system, that all, even the not-so-technologically savvy, can use. Lennox .clarified that the Banner is system basically allows students to do anything from transcript request to tuition bill payments. "Just about anything involving student information, Human Resources, Financial Aid, Admissions, and Alumni is.the Banner system. [I~] is a software product licensed to the university by SCT," stated Lennox. SCT, Systems _and Computer Technologies, has been Wilkes. University's outsourcing vendor for five years. Lennox described it as being "similar to Wilkes food services and the bookstore." However, the University's contract with SCT is nearly complete, and Wilkes officials have already indicated they are considering other options to meet the University's technological needs. Facuity, staff and students alike are now asking themselves what will happen. "The IT department is made up of a combination of SCT employees and Wilkes IT employees. We all consider ourselves Wilkes Information Technology Services. As for replacing SCT or.the ITS Department, this has been a rumor floating around campus for quite a while. As part of the Wilkes IT assessment, several options were explored, one of which was having Drexel University provide some IT support. These were just explorations, and for now Wilkes will continue to use SCT and the current ITS staff," stated Lennox. To put an end to persistent rumors floating around campus, Lennox was quick to add that the Wilkes community should understand that IT technology changes at a fast pace and therefore requires support accord~ ingly. "That does not mean staff will be replaced. It just means the support ~as to be there ...One of the goals ofthe_universityis to reduce the amount of paper generated around campus on a daily basis. One way to help eliminate paper is to deliver communications electronically via the web and e-mail. As plans are developed to roll-out these delivery mechanisms, training will play a vital role in the success of these projects .. .! don't think there are any plans to_replace faculty or staff members that can't pass a computer competency test. I would say, ignore it as a rumor," explained Lennox. Wilkes University's Human Resources office is presently working to develop training programs used for new hires. Byers, in fact, indicated that it won't be without much opportunity and effort that faculty and staff's technological and computer skills will be brought up to a more effective pace. "There is going to come a day and a time where it is too critical of a skill that we couldn't make an exception for one or two people who wouldn't or couldn't have the technology skills to take advantage of the efficiencies they can create," stated Byers. Members of the Wilkes community have been responding to the technological demands across campus. Mickey Ostrum, Administrative Assistant of Wilkes University's Upward Bound, and Susan Frank, Leaming Center Secretary, are among them. "From when I first started over three years ago, the technology I have to use sometimes overwhelms me. It seems when I just master something I have to change to a new program. For example, this past summer I had to switch from a Mac to a PC. It can be frustrating, but if I stay open-minded and take my time, it all works out. I have to admit it is usually all for the best," stated Ostrum. Frank, on the other hand indicated that she believes "all of the technological changes here at Wilkes are definately changes for the betterment ofthe university. All of these changes are occurring so quickly. They portray our university as a leader in this fast-paced world of technology." With the never-ending changes of today's world, there's only one.thj ng we can try to do: ada t. Octobir 2rh- 3p;t 63 M franklin ~t Wilki~-l3arri QOME y'' ca hea Typica sneezi q'Bp.e atWil A (like tluv ICKoR TR~nNG AT P ......... NNED PAREN ~how your eollizgiz l<E> and gizt a tr{lat bag! Whil!l thizy last - No eostum!l rizquirizd! l.800-230-plan www.ppnizp.org . p Planned Pare of North East Pennsyl �OCTOBER 27, 2003 FEATURES 11 Com. Studies Prof Receives National Recognition Kinney wins E.R. Nichols for outstanding contributions to field BY LINDSEY WOTANIS Beacon Features Editor His cozy office is like a mt.meum. His bookshelves and walls, lined with awards and mementos, are ' like the pages of a history book, each telling a different story of a day in his 30-year career at Wilkes. He smiles each time he looks around the room because knows every student in every picture, and recalls every story as if it happened yesterday. Look up "lifetime achievement" in the dictionary, and you will find two words: Bradford Kinney. Kinney, Professor of Communication Studies at Wilkes University, will be honored with the prestigious E.R. Nichols award, given by Pi Kappa Delta, the nation's largest forensics society in November. The official awards ceremony will take place November 22 at the National Communication Association conference in Miami, Florida. The E.R. Nichols award is Pi Kappa Delta's most prestigious ·award and is presented annually to outstanding communications educators for "Excellence in forensics teaching and outstanding contributions to furtherance of the forensics discipline." Kinney was chosen from a group of four other nominees nationwide to receive the award. According to Dr. Jane Elmes-Crahall, Professor of Communication Studies, the award was supposed to be a surprise to Kinney at the convention. However, Kinney was not scheduled to attend the convention this year because, for one of the first times in his history, Kinney had been too busy to submit a paper for the conference. "One of the people o_n the national committee is the coach of the Ursinus College Speech/Debate program. She approached Jessica Niemiec, captain of the Wilkes Speech/Debate Team, at a tournament held recently at Westchester. She inquired about Brad and said she wanted to make sure he was going to be at NCA . in Miami to receive his 'surprise' award. Jess didn't know anything about a surprise award so when she got back to Wilkes she called me to see ifDr. Kinney was going to Miami. The answer was - 'no' since he didn't submit a research paper by NCA's deadline. So, about a week ago all we knew was that Dr. Kinney was getting some national award in Miami in November and that he wasn't planniii°g to be there," said Elmes-Crahall. So much for surprises. Elmes-Crahall knew she had to tell Kinney about the award in order to get him to the conference in Miami, so she did. "Am I surprised that he was picked as the 2003 Nichols Award winner? Not really. He wa however, when I told him. In fact, it was the only time I ever recall that he was speechless, at least for one full minute. He thought I {they--Pi Kappa Delta) made a mistake," added Elmes-Crahall. Kinney, indeed was very surprised and honored by the award. He feels that the award i~ not · only for himself, but also for those that he-taught and mentored along the way. "I am v,ery humbled to think that this organization, which has been around for the better part of the cenhlry, would designate me to an awesome challenge," said Kinney. His first speech and debate team and all those after competed against schools like Princeton and Harvard, and many times came out on top. Kinney continually assured his students that they had the same chances to win as any of their competitors. "It didn't matter the size of the universities. I'd say to the Wilkes kids, 'You know they put their trousers on one leg at a time watching you folks [students] develop, grow, graduate, ~o out and get wonderful jobs. That's a pleasure," said Kinney. Ask any ofhis students, and they will tell you that Dr. Kinney has a way in the classroom and with his students. Jessica Pezolano, senior communication studies major, has had Kinney several times for class, and feels that Kinney is more than deserving of such a prestigious award. "Dr. Kinney is the kind of professor that makes you want to go to class even at eight o'clock in the morning. His love of teaching is obvious every time he walks into the classroom, which makes me as a student want to embrace his lessons. Besides this, Dr. Kinney has the ability to make even the dullest subject come to life with his animated voices and humorous lesson plans," said Pezolano. Elmes-Crahall, lifelong friend and colleague of Kinney, knows perhaps more than anyone how worthy Kinney is of this award. She has known and worked with him for the past thirty _years. "Some coaches are great but can't teach. Some teachers are great in the classroom but can't coach. This award recognizes individuals who can do both. Brad is, in my opinion, one the best examples of a mature rhetorical scholar and teacher who instills in his students--in the classroom and in the public sphere--with a love of oral communication that lasts a lifetime. His enthusiasm as a teacher, which his Wilkes students fully appreciate, comes from a love of his discipline, speech/rhetoric," said Elmes-Crahall. It is obvious just talking to Kinney about his time'at Wilkes that he is deeply passionate about what he does. The day that passion burns out is the day Kinney will step The Beacon/Kristin Hake out of the classroom. "When it stops being fun coming to the Dr. Bradford Kinney will be recognized at the National Communication Association classroom, when it becomes a chore, then annual conference for outstanding teaching and contribution in the forensic speech field . it's time to get rid of it, because then I'm no good in the classroom and I'm no good to the students because you have to have get a national award for the university, and just like the rest of us. You can compete; spark. I don't like to give the same lectures for myself, but it's just something maybe for they aren't any better than you.' We went over and over. I try to keep them different my students. Maybe this represents all the into the competitions and sometimes we won because times change. The one thing my fastudents I have had in the past. It's a little bit and sometimes we didn't, but we left a mark ther always taught me was that you can't sell of them, too," said Kinney. and people remembered us," commented from an empty wagon. I believe that. If I Kinney has been working with Wilkes stu- Kinney. don't change with the times, if I don't keep dents for the past 30 years and has enjoyed it After 25 years of coaching '.'Kinney's up with what's going on, I do you no service very much. For 25 of those years, Kinney Kids" and bringing trophy after trophy back at all," said Kinrtey. coached the speech and debate team-- ·to Wilkes from various competitions acro~s However, Kinney's passion for teaching "Kinney's Kids," as they were called. While the U.S., the school cut the funding for the and learning is still burning strong, so don't Kinney was coach, the students on speech program and the Pi Kappa Delta chapter at expect to see him giving up his classroom and debate went on to win 1,399 trophies at Wilkes went dormant. Now, it is active once any time soon. This award is a testament to vario s competitions. They traveled to com- again, although Kinney no longer coaches the passion of a man whose most important petitions in places like Canada, Florida, Texas, the team. Now, Kinney focuses on his classes career goal was to give, and not take. and Washington. Kinney's "Cinderella and teaching, which is what he loves most. "I really enjoy what I do, and so to be Team," from 1973-1974, helped him bring the "You know I really became a teacher be- recognized by your peers, it says, well ap~ speech and debate team from rags to riches. cause I wanted to give and not take. I wanted parently you must be doing something right "When I came to Wilkes, the then-presi- to push students to become better than lever if they are going to give me this award. dent gave me two charges. He said, 'I want could be. I knew when I went into teaching Maybe my career choice was a wise choice," you to b~ld a forensic team that has national that I would never become rich. There's more said Kinney. rankings, and I want you to lay the ground- to what we do in teaching, I think, than any work for a communications program. What money in the world. My greatest reward is �12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT OCTOBER 27, 2003 Crush Members Create Tuneful Urban Legends: Halloween CO ffee hOuse ~ xp erien ce BY MELISSA JURGENSEN Beacon A&E Editor On Wednesday, October 22, Krysten and as Steve Perry and Christina Aguilera. "ChrisEric from the band Crush performed in the tina rocks and she has an awesome voice," Rifkin Cafe. The duo prefers to use only their said Krysten. first names when they play o n thei r own I enjoyed this concert because it was held Yielding and cadenced, the duo performed in a laid back coffee house setting. It was a a variety of melodies that made for a sooth- great opportunity to sit down, unwind, and ing mid-week study break for Wilkes students. best of all listen to a band that is guaranteed At 8 p.m., the show began in the Henry to flourish even more than they have already. Student Center, the As I was listening to their music, I Wilkes turnout barely quickly observed that their sound is exceeded twenty stuvery similar to those of the songs they dents, though the crowd were singing. As they sang "Mr. grew and the sounds Jones," I was utterly stunned by the beckoned the curious. fact they sounded exceptionally simiThe duo opened with · . lar to the Counting Crows. the classic, foot-tapping "Tonight's concert provided a difsong "Mr. Jones," and ferent type of Crush experience. They moved easily into other did a greatjob playing songs as a duo Dave Matthews songs that are more commonly played as a such as "Take a Little full band," said Matt Ralph, senior ElPiece of My Heart," Th B /N" k Z .. k" ementary Education and Psychology "S tay F or Wh"l ,, d e eacon 1c m1Jews 1 I e, an major. "Like I Do" by Melissa Ethridge. Krysten provides the band with a melodic Crush is a Pennsylvania based band that feminine voice. I admire the amount of conis largely known to cover songs from the likes trol she had over her voice. I am accustomed of the Dave Matthews Band, Janis Joplin, to hearing female singers either overpower Rusted Root, Aretha Franklin, Phish, Heart, the Qand or be drowned out. But Krysten Sublime, Indigo Girls, Cheryl Crow, Paul has a unique way of manipulating her voice Simon, Led Zepp!in, and many more. so that it added the right amount of spice to Krysten was introduced to Crush on her the sounds of the guitar and drums. 21st birthday. She went to see a Crush perCrush played so many hit songs that>.by fo_rmance and wound up singing with them the end of the performance I began to lose by coincidence that night. "I always wanted count. If Krysten and Eric can produce such to sing,''. said Krysten. "I like ·being wiJh a remarkable show, I can only imagine how Crush." Krysten looks up to role models such amazing the band is as a whole. This Week in History... The week of October 27 through November 2 in retrospect; 27th - Gloria Estefan becomes the only pop artist to receive a call from the Pope to perform, (1995) 28th - The Gateway Arch along the waterfront in-St. Louis, MO, was completed, ( 1965) 29th - William Penn landed at what is now Chester, PA. He was the founder of Pennsylvania, (1682) 30th - In New York City, U.S. President George W. Bush threw out the first pitch at Game 3 of the World Series between the New York Yankees and the Arizona Diamondbacks, (2001) 31st-John Candy, (1950) 1st - "The Lucy Show" premiered, (1%2) 2nd - The DuPont Company announced the first synthetic rubber. It was named DuPrene, (1930) Urban legends are often a mean§of expressing our fears. We worry about the terrible accidents we are powerless to pn:;vent. We never know what gruesome discov• around the next co~er. And ery may be waitmg • event·fwe somehow escape a U, of these horrors; our own vanities may do us in, Here is a collection ofHalloween-specific urban legends. Decide for yourself if these legends are fa.-+>,, J or bogus! •Employee washes toilet seat in dishwasher at well-known hamburger chain. • Abused goat kills its owner. *Alligators ijve in the New York City sewer-system. ,_,.; *Palm Beach golfer is devoured by large crocodile. a *Cher had pair of ribs surgically removed to achieve an ultra-small waist. *Nine people died in a beer flood in 1814. *Woman dies after visiting too many tanning parlors in one day. *Tourist in Las Vegas is electrocuted while cr,ossing tl;ie street *Vacationing couple discovers dead body in their hotel bed. *People have been buried alive by mistake . *The ghost of a disappointed lover haunts the Toys 'R' Us in Sunnyvale. California . *Chanting "Bloody Mary!" in front ofa mirror summons a vengeful spirit. • I . - .., - • Anup.u$nal hitchhjker turns out to be someone who died years earlier. *Policeiadar gun accidentally causes a missile to lock on to it. *Elderly woman accidentally kills her pet by drying it in a microwave oven. Comedian Daniel Tosh to Perform at Wilkes Bi' MONICA CARDENAS Beacon Staff Writer On Tuesday, October 28, Wilkes will welcome comedian Daniel Tosh to campus. Tosh has headlined at a variety of festivals and also been honored across the globe for his wit and timing. In 1998, he was presented in the New Faces show in Montreal as part of the Just for Laughs International Comedy Festival. In addition, he has performed in Ne"'!' Zealand and Kilkenny Ireland, Europe's largest comedy festival. However, it was in 200 I that Tosh caught perhaps his biggest break--he made his network television debut on October 24 when he appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman. Tosh has been no stranger to television since his Letterman appearance. He hosted his own show ''Tens," in which he interviewed and mocked models of South Beach, Miami. Other appearances include VH-1 's "The List," and Comedy Central's "Presents & Premium," to name a few. In addition to his many college and university performances, Tosh will host Comedy Central's "Halloween Friday Night StandUp" on October 31. However, for Wilkes, the fun starts at 9 p.m., in the Henry Student Ballroom. 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He especially has a desire to over the past months, not only because it find the woman who, according to family legcaptured the heart of readers and reviewers, end, helped his Jewish grandfather to escape but also because it is a complex, sophisti- from the Nazis. Jonathan is accompanied by an elderly Ukrainian man and his grandson, cated, well-written novel. Its merit is even more remarkable when who act as his interpreters/guides. All three one considers that the author, Jonathan men learn and progress spiritually as their Safran Foer, was born in 1977, making him search continues, each of them trying to come only a few years older than this reviewer, to terms with the past. The novel is notable and an age-peer of most college students. for its narrative skill because Foer uses three Even more amazing is the fact that Every- different interwoven plots that take place at different periods of Eastern European history: thing Is Illuminated is the late 18th to early 19th centuries; Foer's first novel. W<Jrld War II; and contemporary times. It is a rare thing when Foer should also be commended for a writer's first effort can his experimentation with language, esbe hailed as a masterpecially because he manages to sucpiece by so many literary cessfully write from the perspectives critics. Foer is a recent of several different characters. Particucollege grad--he majored larly entertaining and well-done was the in English at Princeton-first-person narrative from the point of and while there he had view of Alex, the young Ukrainian the opportunity to study guide, written in that character's "bro= with famed author Joyce • ken English." Francine Prose of The Carol Oates, who became his mentor. Oates had ◄ New York Times Book Review wrote that Foer's experimental style has a brilhigh praise for her ••- . . - - . liance that has not been achieved since student's debut New York Times bestseller, calling it "a novel zest- A Clockwork Orange was published. Foer has crafted a story that is both emofully imagined ... he will win your admiration tional and compassionate without descendand break your heart." Everything ls Illuminated is a morally ing into overly sentimental narrative lines. He provocative novel that encourages reflec- accomplishes this by blending a witty black tion ahd soul-searching, while still maintain- humor into a story that has a certain magical ing a lighter side. Its central theme concerns quality that is similar to the storytelling of one of the great preoccupations of narrative Salman Rushdie or Toni Morrison, but Foer fiction: a search, or quest--in this case, a · has an original style and talent all his own. Everything Is Illuminated is a moving book young man in search of his heritage. Foer calls his main character by his own that is definitely well worth reading, and its name, but the story is not really autobio- talented twenty-six year old author is an ingraphical per se. But the story revolves spiration and stellar example for younger writaround the main character, Jonathan's,jour- ers who dream ofliterary success. Halloween Special Big Screen Showings of your favorite Halloween movies Where: Henry Student Center 3rd Floor When: 9 p.m. What: 29th--The Shining 30th--The Exorcist 3 lst--Halloween I Meal plan accepted or $4.99 cash on Dining Dollars This movie is rated PG-13 and receives 3 flying Ws. Is it hot in here, or is that just the movie screen? That may be your thoughts when you see George Clooney opposite CatherineZeta Jones in Intolerable Cruelty. While it's a classic case of battle of the sexes, Clooney and Jones make this movie so sizzling, that it will make the ice in your soda melt! Cloo11ey portrays Miles Massey (Clooney), a prominent Los Angeles divorce attorney who has everything: an impressive client list, a contract named after him, respect of his peers, and above all, he's a man who ALWAYS wins. However, satisfied with his success, he finds he is at a crossroads in his life and is looking for new challenges. Enter Marilyn Rexroth (Zeta-Jones). Marilyn is the soon-to-be ex-wife of Massey's client Rex Rexroth (played by Edward Herrmann). Rex is a wealthy real estate developer and habitual philanderer. Marilyn, along with the help of a tough private investigator Gus Petch (played by Cedric The Entertainer), seeks to have Rex nailed and is looking forward to her financial and independent success of her divorce. However, thanks to Miles' considerable skills, she ends up penniless. Marilyn plans to get even and with the help of an oil tycoon (played by Billy Bob Thornton), Miles and his dimwitted associate (played by Paul Adelstein) unwittingly dig themselves deeper and deeper in a ho!~ as they go head-to-head with Marilyn. The outcome is a classic squareoff in a battle of the sexes. While the plot is definitely interesting and unique, it has its flaws as it proves to be slightly overdone. However, Clooney and Zeta-Jones definitely make up for any story line flaws this movie may have as they go into a battle of underhanded tactics and deception. These two actors definitely have amazing chemistry and you can't resist their undeniable attraction for each other. 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Chill uuti into ey <I . ; Donate · Using a melonballer, s~ mix.ture 'and s~t;aside ti ,deco · · fi . .· Todayllllll I ·'i-- �16 SPORTS OCTOBER 27, 2003 McWilliams and Green Embody Leadership on Soccer Field "Katie just gets better and better. She is very off as a defender for Wilkes during her first coach-able and has improved on a lot of areas two seasons, but saw limited playing time There are several things necessary to be in games. At the start of the 2002 season, that are difficultto teach and learn," said Sumoski. a proven leader. On a sports team, it requires head coach John Sumoski realized the lack "The good thing about Katie is that she wasn't a dedication to constantly become a better of consistpncy in goal, a position that three keeper before, and she didn't have any bad habplayer. Seniors Katie Green and Lyndsey different team members attempted to play. its to break. She was able to do what was exMcWilliams have that dedication - plus a After Wilkes lost their first six games, pected in a very short time." whole lot more - to help lead the young Sumoski looked to then-junior Green to "Being the goalie is a leadership position, and women's soccer team of Wilkes University. I have more confidence than before," said Green. step up and learn the goalkeeper position. Both of these standouts have come a long "It makes me feel good to be an asset to the team." Green has been the starting goalkeeper way from playing high school soccer, to their for Wilkes ever since, and has become one Green felt that adjusting to the position was first year at the collegiate-level, to becoming of the premiere goalkeepers in the Freedifficult at first, considering there wasn't a goalcaptains for the Lady Colonels' team. keeper coach. "Coach Sumoski and I learned todom Conference. Last season, she posted Green played soccer on several predomi- a 9-5-1 record, and the team played in the gether. I think it was good I wasn't set in my nantly-male teams in the Wyalusing area and conference championship game. As a junways before." was also a softball player in high school. ior, Green registered six shutouts and had Helping Green adjust was fellow teammate and Realizing that she would be better off play- a goals against average (GAA) of 1.41. fiiend Mc Williams. ing just one varsity sport in college, Green This year, she is allowing just 1.32 goals Mc Williams, who has split her career between decided to attend Wilkes and play soccer - per game, the .best GAA of her career. the midfield and defense, spent her freshman seawith the ladies, that is. son at Division I Niagara, where she played in all Green has stopped I 00 shots and has regThe elementary education major started istered four consecutive shutouts. 19 games, before transferring to Wilkes . "I - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - , w a n t e d to be able to focus more on school," said McWilliams. "Atthatlevel,Iwouldbegonethree BY KYLA CAMPBELL Beacon Staff Writer Red Dragons Fire Up Offense; Wilkes Cold l·n Goal BY STEVE KEMBLE Beacon Sports Editor On a frigid Thursday afternoon at Artillery Park with flurries in the air and wind that cut through skin like shatttered glass, the Lady Colonels tie Id hockey team was handled easi ly by undefeated Cortland State. "The cold had an effect mentally if nothing else," said Todd Broxmeyer, Wilkes Field Hockey Head Coach. The non-conference match that ended 50 in favor of Cortland State and dropped the Lady Colonels to 7-8 overall and upped the Red Dragons record to 14-0. Cortland St. wasted no time in showing Wilkes that they were one of the top teams in the nation (fourth in Div. III) when Ashley Ostrander scored before even a minute went by in the first half off an assist from Melissa Heyde putting the Red Dragons up 1-0. Another minute ticked away when Alana LaMorte put Cortland St. up 2-0 with an unassisted goal. With 25 minutes left to play in the first half the Red Dragons were on the board again when Kelli Johnson added a goal off an assist from Jessica Ueltschi to give Cortland a 3-0 lead in the blink of an eye. Molly Brown would add two more goals in the half for the Red Dragons, one of which was off an assist from Ostrander, and gave Cortland a 5-0 lead into the half. That score would remain unaltered for the rest of the game as Wilkes couldn't get the goose egg off of the board in the second half and saw the Red Dragons come away victorious. "They're a very good team (Cortland), we d idn't play at the level we could play at ,hough; we definitely did not play to our level," said Broxmeyer after the game. Jessica Anderson and Joanna Lent comined for three saves in goal for Cortland. _ Desiree Podrasky and Carli Boccardi combined for eleven saves for Wilkes. In there second game of the week, the Lady Colonels didn't have to face the cold, but did have to play on turf daysforaweekendgame, anditwouldtakeaway from academics and class _time." The Business and Marketing major made an immediate impact on the Wilkes soccer team. Mc Williams has played in 56 games in herthreeyear career with the Lady Colonels, accumulat- ing nine goals and five assists. "Lyndsey is a tremendous player and brought a lot of great experience, playing at Division I," said Sumoski. "She has a mentality that makes the program successful. It takes a lot of responsibility to be a leader on the field. "You can put her anywhere and expect her to play well because she knows every position. She is great at midfielder 'and can' make things happen," he added. Mc Williams prefers playing midfield as well. "We have a lot of young players, and we need somebody to step up and encourage the attack. Plus, I like to score," she said with a smile. One thing is for sure. These leaders and their efforts will be missed on the field come next season. "Katie and Lyndsey are like the moms of the team. Katie is very nurturing, while Lyndsey is more demanding, trying to make things happen," said Sumoski. "They're a good split, and both have high expectations for their teammates and themselves. "I hope the season continues to go well so they can share in the success of their last season." -_ File Photo "We had a lot of trouble adjusting to the pace of the turf... but for the majority of the end of the game we started to adjust and be more aggressive," said Lara Judson, sophomore midfielder. On Saturday night at Montclair St., the Lady Colonels lost 5-0 for the second straight game and had their record fall to 79 overall as the Redhawks, ranked tenth in the nation, saw their record improve to 13- 2. Lea Smith scored first for MontclaircSt. off an assist from Megan Ulicny, which gave the Redhawks a 1-0 lead as three minutes ticked off the scoreboard in the first half. Nicole Puso scored next off an assist from Smith to put Montclair St. up 2-0. The Redhawks took a 4-0 lead into the half as Smith would a~d another goal, off a Ulicny assist, along with Jenn Soss scoring off an assist from Lisa Smicklo before the break. Montclair St. would add one more goal in the second half compliments ofUlicny being assisted by Jen Carbonaro and would remain to keep Wilkes off of the scoreboard. Podrasky and Boccardi combined for ten saves while neither Trisha Winkle nor Robyn Apicelli needed to make a save for the Redhawks, because the Lady Colonels could not get a shot off. 227-47/S �17 OCTOBER 27, 2003 Football continued from page 20 Trichilo took a handoff an went around the right side for a 49-yard touchdown run with 10:56 left in the third. Devlin once again booted the point after to make it 38-0. The Colonels would put their final points on the board later in the third stanza. Taking over on their own nine-yard line after holding the Eagles on downs, Wilkes embarked on a nine play drive to reach the endzone. Trichilo carried the ball four times for 38 yards; while Porrino hooked up with tight end Matt Pizzaro for 38 yards to move the · ball to the Juniata five. Jake Remmel got the call from there and found his way into the endzone to give Wilkes a 44-0 lead with 4:09 showing on the clock. Juniata would finally get on the scoreboard with just 1:02 left in the contest. The Eagles marched 52 yards in 13 plays following a Wilkes punt. .Reserve quarterback Michael Meadows completed four passes for 37 yards, including a 12-yard strike to Allan Barch on a third-andtwelve play that gave the Eagles a first-and-goal at the Wilkes one. Meadows called his own number from there and scored on a one-yard plunge. Daniel Heinlein tacked on the point after to make it44-7. The Wilkes defense limited Juniata to a mere 237 yards in total offense, including only 58 yards rushing. The Colonels also enjoyed a healthy time of possession advant~ge, 36:21 to 23:39. Jon Jamison had seven tackles for Wilkes, while Brian O'Leary added five tackles, including one tackle for loss. Stephen Parsons had a career-high 20 tackles to lead Juniata defensively. Peter Thomas contributed 13 tackles, while Matt Gamer had ten. ';' To to D rusher wil\;be large d 12 \J y 11eedt , wider put, a rank sot tack , <T ,... .''<',-~:'. Carlo's Sports Restaurant 24 7 Carey Ave Wilkes-Barre PA 829-9350 MON All U Can Eat Spaghetti & Meatballs $3.95 4-8 pm Monday Nite Football .25 Wings 8-11 pm · Free Halftime Buffet Mon-Fri 4-11 Sat - Sun Noon - 11 FRI Live Acoustic Music w/No Cover This Week- Halloween Costume Party. Prizes & Giveaways. 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"He controls the air relies heavily on two of its players to lead spending time together both on and off the the second half of the season." and is a good tackler that solidifies our the team both on and off the field. Senior field. "Everyone really gets along. We hang Bridy, who is known for being vocal, was midfield. He has the best work ethic. Bridy is Mike Faneck and sophomore Mike Bridy out on the weekends, and we're always hav- also known for his long, curly locks. That is, more than willing to do whatever to better the have stepped up to ing fun." until he was forced into getting it cut after a team. He's obviously willing to put his body the team's leaderHis goals are head injury that required staples. in harm's way... how many staples has it ship needs, guiding been?" the men's soccer These two players have conteam to a 2-2-1 tributed so much to the team. "Bridy is more vocal, a high-energy product," added record in the Free"They're the 'Mike and Mike Wingert. "He controls the air and is a good tackler that dom Conference. Show' in the midfield," added Both players solidifies our midfield. He has the best work ethic." Wingert. serve in the Fellow teammate Scott Carr Phil Wingert midfield and comfeels that Faneck and Bridy are a Head Coach, Men's Soccer pliment each other big part of the midfield. "They well according to are upbeat and always get the head coach Phil "I had to get four [staples], and the doctor team rallied. They never have any negative set high for the Wingert who says remainder of the had to cut my hair to do it right." Bridy said. things to say," said Carr. "They make practhat Faneck is of.season. "I would The injury came from a game against Drew. tice entertaining and are fun to be around, fense - oriented love to make However, the head injury wasn't the first for both on and off the field. while Bridy plays playoffs and Bridy_this season.. "If those two along with [Sean] Fisher can with a defensive earn a confer"The first time I had to get staples was control the midfield in these last few games, mentality. ence title," said when we were at Widener," said the Business we can win and we'll be looking at a great Faneck is curFaneck. "Any- Administration major. "I had to come out of seed for the playoffs," added Carr. rently ranked sec~ thing after that the game that time and get fourteen staples." Currently, the team is 2-2-1 in the Freedom ond on the team in would be great." Both injuries came from going for a header, Conference. If the Colonels can be victoripoints with three Bridy, who confirming this sophomore's aggressive play. ous in their final two conference games goals and three ras"I've played that way all my life," Bridy (King's on Wednesday at home and Delaware adds one goal File Photo/T. Mick Jenkins sists. A history maand three ~as- said. "I guess it's just the mentality that ev- Valley on Saturday at home), Wilkes will be in jor, Faneck isn't parsists, feels the ery ball should be mine." the playoffs and will most likely earn the secticularly vocal, he team-with an Wingert has attributed much of the team's ond seecf and home-field advantage. Wingert prefers to lead by example. equal mix of veterans and freshmen-has success to Faneck and Bridy. "This is the knows how important Faneck and Bridy are "We've been playing well more recently, clicked more recently. first year that Faneck has been healthy, and to making the playoff dream come true. and it would be great to keep the season "We've done well these last few games. he plays at the top level," said Wingert. "He's "We have the playoff picture in mind, and going," said Faneck. "I don't think I'm ready Earlier in the season, we were dominated by a _q uid, but he leads with his skills and makes it would be fortunate to make it," said Wingert. to see these past four years of hard work few teams," said Bridy. He feels the team has great decisions. "We need solid games out of our team, and end without playoffs." · played with great consistency since their loss "Bridy is more vocal, a high-energy prod- Mike and Mike would have to lead us there." Wilkes Soccer Teams B·oth Fall to E-Town BY FREDERICK SEABROOK AND KYLA CAMPBELL Beacon Correspondant and Staff Writer Both the men's and women's soccer teams ran into road blocks this weekend in nonconference games at the hands of Elizabethtown College. The Lady Colonel's suffered a setback that may stall their playoff drive on Saturday afternoon. According to head coach John ~umoski, "It was a let down after a big win ... we just got a little complacent" in regards to the loss. Though some of the play-c:rs stepped up "as the game got harder they 6 ot harder... some got softer." After winning five games straight, the ;.,ady Colonel's streak came to an end ii;i a 5-0 ioss to Elizabethtown. Two factors helped ~he E-town Blue Jays win. They were fresh ')ff an embarrassing loss to Moravian look•ng for revenge on anyone. They also gar·1ered support from their fans as it was Senior :Jay and fed off the emotion of their family 10d friends. The Lady Colonels see their overall record ,lip to 7-8-2, while the Blue Jays improve their .ecord to 9-5-2 with the win. Wilkes needs to ¥in the last two games to make the playoffs. Keeley Trumbo's unassisted goal seven ninutes into the game started the rout. Ilana Unger assisted Megan Halladay to a goal to dose the first halfin a 2-0 shut out. E-town did not quit with a halftime lead. Heather Newswanger assisted Kelly McCauley within minutes into the second half followed by her own score off a comer kick assisted by Jeanette Halstead extending the E-town Blue Jays lead to 4-0 with over thirty minutes left in regulation. Robin Szarzynski's finished the rout with a score off a Danielle Davies assist with 17 minutes left in the game to win the match at 5-0. E-town held a 205 shot on goal ad- vantage and a 6-1 edge in corner kicks. E-town's Amy Wied and Dawn Mellen registered saves as goalkeepers. The Lady Colonel's Katie Green had six saves sharing time with freshman Adrienne Richards at the goal who had one save. When asked about the team's state of mind, Coach Sumoski said, "The team has a lot of character and is a really good group ofkids." Earlier in the The Beacon/Todd Weibel afternoon the men's soccer team took the field at E- town. The Wilkes University men's soccer team traveled to nationally-ranked Elizabethtown College on Saturday afternoon and suffered a 4-0 non-conference loss. The Co1onels see their overall record fall to 6-10-1, while the win improves the fifth-ranked Blue Jays' record to 14-1-1. Elizabethtown recorded the first goal when Brian Albrecht scored off assists from Steve Custer and Bryan Noll just under two minutes into the contest. The remainder of the opening half was scoreless, and the Blue Jays held a 1-0 lead at intermission. Elizabethtown scored three second-half goals to put the game away. Albrecht scored his second &,.oal of the game off an assist from Casey Moore at the 58:26 mark. Kevin Weiler extended the lead to 3-0 off assists from Chris Boushell and Zach Eddinger. John Aronowicz assisted Brian Zalasky on a goal with thirteen minutes remaining to. seal the shuto~t win. The Blue Jays held a 16-3 shots on goal advantage and a 17-1 difference in comer kicks. Goalkeeper Michael Ciattei registered three saves for Elizabethtown to earn the win, while Wilkes goalie Dominik Proctor stopped nine shots. - �OCTOBER 2~, 2003 19 SPORTS Colonel Clipboard Freedo1n Conference Standings as of 10/23/03 Field Hockey Manhattanville Drew King's Delaware Valley FDU-Florham Wilkes Scranton Football Delaware Valley Lycoming King's Wilkes Albright Susquehanna Widener Moravian Juniata Lebanon Valley FDU-Florham Men's Soccer Conf 0/A• 6-0-0 10- 5-0 Drew 3- 1- 0 8-7-0 FDU-Florham Scranton 2-2-0 9- 8- 0 2-2-0 5-11- 0 Wilkes 2- 3- 0 8-7-0 Lycoming 1-4- 0 7- 8-0 _ DeSales 0-4-0 5-10-0 King's Delaware Valley Conf 5 1 0 5 l 0 5 2 0 4 2 0 3 3 0 3 3 0 3 3 0 3 4 0 2 4 0 15 0 0 7 0 0/A 6 1 0 5 l 0 6 2 0 5 2 0 4 3 0 3 4 0 4 3 0 3 4 0 2 5 0 16 0 0 7 0 Conf 0/A 4- 0- l 12- 1- 2 3-2,, 0 8-6-0 3-2-0 3-10-2 2- 2- I 6- 9- 1 2-3-0 12-4-0 2- 3-0 9-7-0 2- 3-0 9-8-0 1-4-0 6-10- I Women's Soccer Conf 0/A 5-0-0 16- 0- l Scranton Drew 5- 1- 0 10-4-2 FDU-Florham 5- 1- 0 9- 5- I 2- 3-0 7- 7-2 Wilkes Lycoming 2- 3-0 6- 6- l Delaware Valley 2- 3-0 5- 7- 1 DeSales . 0- 5-0 2-13- I King's 0- 5-0 2-14- 0 Numbers Of the Week 585 Total yards Wilkes football offense put up on Saturday, which was a season high .0 5 2 Athlete of the Week Conf 6-0 3-2 3-2 2-2 2-3 1-4 0-4 oming g's nton ·-Florham omen's Tennis Conf 6-0 5-1 4-2 3-3 2-4 1-5 0/A 22-6 17-10 14-11 23-8 13-13 10-14 1-10· Brett Trichilo, junior running back, racked up 266 yards and three touchdowns to lead the Colonels to victory over Juniata on Saturday. He also·-set a new Wilkes University si11gle-season rushing record with 1,397 rushing yards on the season. 0/A 10-1 11-5 10-2 4-5 5-5 3-10 0-6 Brett Trichilo Football 1-10 The previous record was held by Mike Hankins in 1997 with 1,390 yards on the season. Trichilo also tied the single season touchdown record for Wilkes when he reached 15 total touchdowns for the season during Saturday's game. Weekly Recap Football (I 0/25) Wilkes 44 Juniata 7 Field Hockey (10/23) Cortland 5 Wilkes 0 ( I 0/25) Montclair St. 5 Wilkes 0 Men's Soccer (10/25) Elizabethtown·4 Wilkes 0 Women's Soccer ( l 0/22} Wilkes l Misericordia 0 (10/25) Elizabethtown 5 Wilkes 0 Number of shots on goal field hockey had during Saturday night's game Women's Volleyball . ( 10/22} DeSales 3 Wilkes 2 ( l 0/25) Elizabethtown 3 Wilkes Q D~nna KowalCzyk's Salon at 419 Number of games women's soccer won in a row until Saturday's game 823-8966 - 419 S. River St., Wilkes Barre Number of wins men's soccer needs to clinch a playoff spot nds!! · ,Spring Break 2004 A ;;.-; eyouthe·1i ~@ . att~n · and, evening ' Travel With STS Americas # 1 Student Tour Operator Jamaica, Cancun, Acapulco, Bahamas, and Florida. Now hiring campus reps. Call for group discounts. Information/Reservations 1-800-648-4849 or www.ststravel.com ,,..., Hours Weds. and Fri 9-5 8-4 Sat Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Evenings by appointment �OCTOBER 27 20 SPORTS 2003 olonels Clip Eagles Wings offense. their lead. Porrino completed con- the ball back to the 18. Gallagher Wilkes got on the board on their secutive passes to Mike Walk and gained three yards on the initial play BrettTrichilo rushed 30 times for initial drive of the contest. Aftertak- Jordan that covered 16 and 11 following the penalty. Trichilo fol66 yards and three touchdowns to ing over on their own 24-yard line yards. AfteJ another five -yard lowed with a 15-yard scoring jaunt ead Wilkes University to a 44-7 following a Juniata punt, the Colo- Porrino to Jordan completion, with 9:55 left in the second quarter. Devlin booted the point after to exiddle Atlantic Conference win nels embarked on a 13-play drive Trcihilo took a tend the Wilkes handoff and ver Juniata College on Saturday that eovered 76 yards. After an ler d to 21-0. raced 17 yards ftemoon . The victory improves the· eight-yard pass completion from The Colonels for a touchdown olonels to 5-2 overall and 4-2 in Duran Porrino to Jim Jordan on first took advantage with 4: 13 left in he conference. Juniata slips to 2-4 down, Brett Trichilo ripped off 28 of another the first quarter. verall and 2-5 in conference play. yards on his first carry of the afterJuniata turnover conTrichilo,-who entered the game noon to give Wilkes a first down at · Devlin to begin their s the second-leading rusher in Di- the Juniata 40-yard line. A 12-yard verted the extra next scoring ision III averaging 188 yards per pass play from Porrino to Kyle poiht to give the df •,e. Troutman ame, set a new Wilkes single-sea- Gallagher later in the drive moved Colonels a 14-0 hit Gerry Miceli on rushing record by upping his the ball to the Eagles eight. On the lead. with a 31-yard Early in the 003 total to 1,397 yards. Trichilo ensuing play Gallagher took a pass. At the end urpassed the previous mark of handoff and found the endzone with · second quarter of the play, ,390 yards set by Mike Hankins in 7:01 left in the first. Kyle Devlin Wilkes defensive Wilkes free 997. The Dunmore High School tacked on the point after to give back Thaddeus safety Jon Shockley interroduct also equaled the single-sea- Wilkes a 7-0 lead. J ~ mison on touchdown mark of 15 which After limiting Juniata to four cepted a a Greg punched the ball as set by Mike Gundersdorf in . yards on three plays during their Troutman pass The Beacon/T. Mick Jenkins loose and Chris 996. next drive , Steve Rogers broke attempt at the Oustrich recovThe Wilkes offense also got an through to partially block an Eagles Juniata 29 to set ered to give the utstanding effort from sophomore punt attempt. The ball rolled dead the stage for anColonels possession at their own uarterback Duran Porrino. Porrino at the Juniata 49-yard line to give other score. Gallagherpicked up five 20. Wilkes used 11 plays to cover yards and Trichilo gained 21 to ompleted l 6-of-25 pass attempts' Wilkes good field position. the distance, with Porino showcasor 213 yards as the Colonels rolled It took tht; Colonels only five move the ball to Eagles three. A per. P. a season-high 585 yards in tQtal plays to -reach paydirt and extend . sonal foul penalty on Wilkes moved ing his throwing ability. The junior COURTESY OF SPORTS INFORMATION completed all four of his pass at tempts for 50 yards during the drive Brian Hilling scored on a two-yar plunge with 2:57 left in the halfan Devlin tacked on the extra point t push the Colonels lead to 28-0. Wilkes would add one mor score before intermission. After tak ing over on their own 20-yard Jin following a punt with 1:52 left in th half, three Trichilo runs for 25_yard and a key completion from Porrin to Walk that covered 27 yard helped move the ball to the Juniat 15-yard line with 4.5 seconds left i the period. Devlin stepped on to th field and nailed his first career fie) goal, a 35-yard boot as time expired . to give Wilkes a 31-0 lead at inter mission. Early in the third quarter, th Eagles opted to go for it on a fourth and-one play from the Wilkes 49 Craig Moshier took a handoff bu was met in the backfield by Wilke linebacker Jason Mitkowski for two-yard loss giving the Colonel possession at the Juniata 49. Afte an incomplete pass on first down Football continued on p. 17 THURSDAY(lQ/3Q) Wilma Carroll Astrology@ HSC Lobby 11 AM-2PM cGlynn Learning Center Children's Hallows en Party @ HSC Ballroom 6:30 PM he Collective @ HSC Ballroom 8 PM TUESDAY(10/28) Wax Factory@ Roth Concourse 11 AM 5PM omen's Soccer@}-Kings 3PM • ield Hockey vs. lJrew 4 PM olleyball vs. FDU~Florham 7 PM A: Percussion Ensemble Concert @ Dorthy ickson Darte Center 8 PM . omedian DanielTosh @HSCBallroom 9 PM WEDNESDAY 10 29 en's Soccer vs. Kings 3 PM Word Scramble Answers The Amityville Horror The Shining The·Omen Halloween Rocky Horror Picture Show Carrie Dracula Sleepy Hallow The Night of the Headless Horseman Alien REACH Family Mentoring 6 PM ERI DAY(10/31) A'it. Spring Break Applications Due @ Office ofCommunity Service 4 PM_ Leadership Conference thru Nov 1 @ Keystone College 8:30AM - 3:30PM SATURDAY(11/01) Field Hockey @ Elizabethtown I PM Men 's Soccer vs. D elaware Valley 1 PM Women's Soccer @ Delaware Valley 12 PM Football@ Lebanon Valley 1 PM Habitat Workday 8 AM SUNDAY(11/02) TheBeacon/Ryan Klemish Multicultural Awareness Week thru November 9 Congratulations to Steph Dickert, who correctly identified last week's "Find This Picture:• As Dickert cited, last week's picture depicted a door in the back of Chase Halt Steph wm receive a $10 cash prize courtesy of Programming Board.;. i Find this Picture on Campu · & Win CASH This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University's Campus .. Wben you find It. email us-the answer at Wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com. Be sure to. put "Campus Picture·· as the subject heading, as well as your name and phone number , and sampus mailbox number in the body text. The first person to correctly identify the location ofthis picture will berecognized in next weeks issue; and will · receive a $ 10 cash prize, courtesty of Programming Board. The Beacon welcomes notices of Post your event by visiting www.wilkesbeacon.com or email wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com ~ � 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 2003 October 27th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 October 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/56160437b3c31df4453c5064bf1375f1.pdf ddfc0a94c52c396dee80e5e0375f236a PDF Text Text October 20, 2003 Volume 56 Issue 6 OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Wilkes Dedicates New Business School at Reception Gov. Ed Rendell, Benefactor Jay Sidhu challenge university BY GABRIELLE LAMB Beacon News Editor ates to gain well-deserved recognition on a national level thanks to the uniqueness of Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell visited the new curriculum. the Wilkes campus on Monday, September"We believe (this school) will become a 13, 2003 to help unveil the new Jay S. Sidhu national model in undergraduate and graduSchool of Business and Leadership, made ate business and leadership education," said possible by a $3 million gift contributed by Gilmour. 1973 MBA graduate, Sidhu, and Sovereign With the addition of the Sidhu school, Bank, where he is the currently chairman and slated to begin in September 2004, University CEO. Provost Maravene Loeschke pointed out that The ceremony and reception, held in the many additions would be made to the busiHenry Student Center Grand Ballroom, were ness department, and Wilkes community. well attended by students, faculty, and staff, "Now this generous gift will enable us to as well as many community members and sup- add to that, the leadership of a new Dean, porters. some new faculty, a new personal_developThe Jay S. Sidhu School of Business and ment officer for students, and an opportunity Leadership aims to add a unique component to be a partner with Sovereign Bank and learn to business and professional education. The from their expertise," said Loeschke. "Also focus of the school, "Learn, Do, Reflect,'' will the ability to develop an executive education be made possible by teaching students lead- program--and most importantly a revised curership skills, ethics, entrepreneurship, and riculum)' emotional intelligence, skills Sidhu cites as "There is simply going to be nothing·quite real measures of success. like it, anywhere else," continued Loeschke. Dr. Tim E. Gilmour, Wilkes University PresiDr. Jeffrey Alves, Alan P. Kirby Professor dent, opened tlie program noting that he hopes the new initiative n_o t only attracts more Business School Continued on . students to continue their education at pages Wilkes but also hel s Wilkes and its radu- Crush Duo to Perform at Rifkin Cafe Courtesy of Wilkes.edu Governor Ed Rendell congratulates Jay S. Sidhu and President Tim E. Gilmour on the dedication of the Jay S. Sidhu School of Business and Leadership. ITS-Undergoes Evaluation BY JULIEMELF Beacon Assistant News Editor Photos Courtesy of www.crushtheban~.com they could provide those services that will help the university," explained Jim Lennox, Director of Operations for Wilkes University Information Technology and Services. SCT also provides administrative support with Banner. Banner is the main administrative computing application for Wilkes University. It's a product that has several different modules, there's a student module, a finance module, there's a financial aid module, human resources, so its spread across to manage all the different types of programs that are going on in a higher end organization · like Wilkes. For example, with online-regis- The future of how Wilkes University will_ perform its daily operations will be decided over the next several months. SCT's contract expires on November 30 of this year. SCT is the c;ompany that supports big enterprise systems such as the library and provides administrative support for the e-mail system and all the hardware for those big enterprise systems. With the contract almost expired Wilkes has begun to explore other options. One of those options was to look at Drexel University, an out sourcing provider. "SCT's five year contract will be expiring Continued on page 2 soon and Wilkes wanted to make sure they were making the right decision, so they started to do some exploration of some other News .............................................................. 1-5 options and Drexel became one of them. One of the things Editorial. ........... :....................... 6-7 Drexel has to offer is that they have ASP solution, an ability to provide administrative applica- Arts & Entertainment. .......... 13-15 tions, such as our Banner system, from a remote location, Sports ..... :'.............................................. 16-20 which is one of the reasons Wilkes is looking at Drexel is that lTS Index: - Wilkes will welcome Krysten Montgomery (right) and Eric Rudy (left) from the popular local band Crush this Wegnesday, October 22 in the Rifkin Cafe .. As Brian Keating.Programming Board concert chair, explained, "Krysten sings and does a lot of different things with percussion, including playing the conga drum; Eric is on guitar and vocals as well. They play a lot together. doing sporadic shows during the week at various local music venues, 11 Crush is often the featured act at many area clubs Qnd bars, including the Woodlands, The Jazz Cafe, Grinders, and Brews Brothers, The concert wiU begin at 8 p.m. and is free to the public. Features .............................................................. 9-12 Calendar._!" ••············· .......................... 20 �OCTOBER 20 2003 NEWS tration you are using a Banner Finance and Support Operations. web front end that allows stuA contract with Drexel has been signed to dents to go on there and actu- host a system for delivering online courses ally register and actually affect called WEB CT which should be up and runthat system's database and the ning next fall or even as soon as the summer. information in that system when Right now the online courses are delivered you register online. using a system called Manila. Currently, the According to Sullivan, Wilkes does not want to make any .hasty decisions and are now underway assessing the technology issues on campus. For the time being, Wilkes will extend SCT's contract for 6 month while evaluation is under way. "Understanding what infrastructure we need to have_in place and just re- Students may see changes with the University's ally taking a step back and hardware provider within the next year. seeing where should we be at. We know were not state-of- computers that run Manila are housed on the-art, so we're going to figure campus; WEBCT will run on Drexel's comout how we're going to get puters. there. We recognize how impor"There have been some performance probtant it is to go forward both as a lems with the manila system and the perforservice to the students but also mance ought to get better. Drexel has a gigathe administrative systems and bit connection to the internet which is more it was just kind of a proper time than I 00 times faster than our connection so to take these steps," stated, certainly for people that are off campus I think Scott Byers, Vice President of that performance will get better," said Fred Sullivan, Dean oflnformation Technology. In the meantime Wilkes has begun a series of projects to help ensure technological advancement. "One thing that we are trying to get a start on is wireless. We recently got a grant which will help pay for doing wireless in the library and we expect by the end of the year that the entire library will have wireless connections available," stated Sullivan. The library will not be the only place going wireless, explained Sullivan. "Our technology plan basically says that we will do the entire campus within five years, and it will be done incrementally. After the library, the next place to look at -is the student union and the student lounges in Stark and Breiseth. One of the difficulties with doing wireless at Wilkes is that we have so many buildings and are so spread out that it's a lot of work to cover everything," remarked Sullivan. Even though where the future of technology is headed remains uncertain, Wilkes Technology Department will be there trying to keep up with the face paced world of technological advancement. II so... psychology, ·hu1h? 1 Way to go buddy. _ . _ _ · You finally worked up the nerve to ta_lk to th~t g~rl fro_m P$yth 101, but you $till sounded like a doofus With nothing mtelllgen~ to say. 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PITTSBURGH (AJ;>)-A c oner has found elevated levels ofcadmium in ten people who The speaker in the tape, broadcast have recently died in a rural Pennsylvania county. adding fo the mystery about the presence hroughout the Arab world by the Al-Ja_zeera of the toxic metal. elevision station, also warned Iraqis against Ever since 6 l-year-old RussellRepine was found to have mysteriously died in March 2002 ooperating with U.S. forces and urged youth of cadmium pojsoning, Coroner Thomas Streams has tested for toxic levds of the metal in all · n neighboring nations to join a jihad, or holy autopsies in Indiana County, in western Pennsylvania. . ar, against the Americans. Streams and state police announced Friday in Indiana, about 50 miles east of Pittsburgh, "We reserve the right to respond at the that ten ·other people have tested positive for elevated levels of cadmium. Of those ten, ppropriate time and place against all the toxicology results on three cases.showed extremely high levels of the metal, which is often ountries participating in this unjust war, parused in batteries, paint and welding supplies. icularly Britain, Spain, Australia, Poland, JaIt is unclear whether the deaths are related. Preliminary testing on wat:er and soil samples an and Italy," the voice said. have given authorities no reason to link them to land or water contamination. "The Islamic countries who participate will Officials say foul play remains a possibility becau~e cadmium can be toxic in even sman ot be exempt, especially the Gulf countries, doses. They were awaiting test results ost prominent among them is'Kuwait, the aunching base for infantry troops of the cruaders." Charges may be filed over Amber Alert after child found with dad It was the first tape since one released on DONORA, Pa. (AP)-A woman who told police her ?*month-old son was inside a vehicle he eve of the second anniversary of the Sept. when it was' stolen-but failed to mention the child's father was in the vehicle, too-was ex- 11 terror attacks - and the new message came pected to be charged with misusing Pennsylv~nia1s Amber Alert system, authorities said s President Bush was on a tour of Asian Friday. ations rail ying allies in the war on terrorism. Jennifer Megela, 22, of Donora, contacted police Thursday night, telling them a man had The United States is pushing more nations stolen the truck with her son inside when she had gone into a. convenience store. o send troops to Iraq to help U.S. led forces But authorities said she didn't tell them child's father had gont}with her and their child rying to stabilize the country. Even as U.S. to the store and that the two had argued before she went inside to pay for gasoline. oops have faced on ongoing guerrilla resisThe child was found with his father, Harry Raupach, at a home a.few hours after the call ance blamed on Saddam Hussein loyalists a activated the state's Amber Alert system, said Jim Brice, police superintendentin Donora. The eries of deadly suicide bombings has tak~n system, which is named for a Texas girl who was kidnapped.and murdered in 1996, uses the . lace in the past two months, mostly in news media, highway wad signs and other outlets to n:odfy the public of.sus~ted abducaghdad, whose authors are still not known. tions. Jr " White House press secretary Scott Brice said police expect to charge Megefa in the near futur.e with filing a false report. cClellan said authorities would analyze the ew tape. "It is a reminder that the global war on Workers take down wrong building error continues," said McClellan, with Bush ABERDEEN, S.D. (AP)-Brown County workers accidentally demolished the }Vrong build- ·n Bangkok, Thailand, at an economic sumit. "Terrorists are enemies of the civilized ing in Mansfield. orld who seek to spread fear and chaos and The county m~nt to take down an old doublewide traileton property .it qwµed i.!1 Mansfield, hey have no regard for innocent life." but instead it razed a privately owped two~stocy .J:/.<>me on an acljoinlngtot. ,· The speaker on the tape used similar word4k,w1s " Nobody lived in either home and,both. were i.q disr~pair. .· . · ng, including Quranic verses and poems, County officials said it is a Jegal',natter and declined to comment'. John ~er. whose poken by bin Laden in previous tapes. He father owned the dem9lished house. saiq the family would speakwith'. a lawyer. eld back a sob when addressing the Iraqi The county wa~ted m ,..s:learJhe .~OJ?7f!'Y so. itSol.l!d ~.fr>ck~~tx the highway eople, telling them he sh.ares their concerns department~ ·· ·· · fa ; ' · · nd saluting them on their jihad. "God knows if I could find a way to your Police: Roblier ransacks h~m~, mi~waves 1meal 1eld, I wouldn't stall," the speaker said. l;lRICK, N.J. (AP)-A burglar whoransackedahomeandstolesomejewelry alsotook~e "You my brother fighters in Iraq ... I tell time to e~t a grilled chicken dinner he found in.the freez~r and cooked in the microwav~, ou: You are God's soldiers and the arrows of authorities said. ,, slam, and the first line of defense for this DavidLucasOlmeda,21,whoselastknownaddresswasfoStafford'.1;9wnship, wascllUYMuslim) nation today ... so don't (fail) the ing a large black bag over shoulder when Brick?Township Police Officer SandraMatthesonuslims today." wbo was driving home-stopped ahcfbegan to 9uestionhiJnaround 8:20p.m. Saturday. The speaker said this is his second mesOlmeda. who initially gave a false name..told Mattheson he was walking to a friend's age to the Iraqi people. In February, an house, but pointed in the wrong direction when asked\v~ere it was located. Thejewelcy w~ udiotaped message believed to be from bin then found in his,pockets, and police.said he al$<>,.stole so111echeckbooks from theOeean ·•· · aden urged Iraqis to carry out suicide atCounty home. . · · •< ·•· , cks against Americans and draw U.S. troops Around that time, the-holJ!e's residents returned and.foqnd the house ransacked and the ·nto combat in Iraqi cities. dinner's remnants in their trash can.Authorities said Olmeda confessed to taking the items The Qatar-based satellite station Aland also admitted driving a cat tha! was laterJomid to have }eported stolen in Mount azeera received the recording Saturday from Laurel. . . ';, ' "trusted source" who called and offered Olmeda told police it }Vllll his aunt's and th~t he abandoned !t ~t a towpship shopping he audiotape, news editor Ibrahim'Hilal said. center aft~rit ran out of gas, but it was not clear whether the woman who reported the theft The recording was 31 minutes but the stawas related to Olmeda. ion aired only about 17 minutes of "imporOlmeda, who .also was wanted on warrants iss~ed in 13ar~egat and•~:AtJantic City, was nt material, what is newsworthy," Hila! said. charged by Brickpolice with. burglary,J~ft andreceiying stolen property, He Wf¼S ~ing h~d he station broke up the tape into two parts, Tuesday on $25,000 bail.at the Ocean County JaiJ in:'l'om~ Jgvet, . . .' ne addressed to Americans, the other to Ira- . 3 NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL OCTOBER 20, 2003 Couttesy of tne ~ssociated f)ress .. , . . % the supeliff fof a' ms been car, 1.:::::====================:::::::==:::::::::::::::::::::::::==:================.J qis and Arabs. The message 'apparently was recorded before early September, because the speaker refers to the government of former Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas, who resigned Sept. 6. Al-Jazeera aired the message Saturday over a still photo of bin Laden, dressed in a robe and vest and a traditional flat Afghan cap. In the portion addressed to Americans, the speaker said: "I tell the American people we will continue fighting you and we will continue martyrdom operations inside and outside 'the United States until you stop your injustice, and you end your foolishness." Addressing U.S. troops in Iraq, the speaker said: "Your blood will be spilled so the White House gang gets richer and the arms dealers with them, as well as the large companies involved." U.S. officials have noted that some tape releases have been preludes to attacks. In an April 7 tape, a speaker believed to be bin Laden exhorted Muslims to rise up against Saudi Arabia and calls for suicide attacks against U:.S. and British interests. Suicide bombers struck Western housing compounds in the Saudi capital on May 12, killing 26 people. There was no major attack, however, following th<:! Sept. 10 message from bin Laden. In that message, al-Jazeera broadcast a videotape that contained a pair of voiceovers, one purportedly from bin Laden and the other from his deputy Ayman al-Zawahri. The CIA said two days later that analysts believed bin Laden's voice on the tape was pro~~bly authentic. The message aired Saturday also derided Washington's attempts to persuade other nations to send troops to Iraq. "America is bogged down in me quagmire of the Tigris and the Euphrates (rivers)," the speaker on the tape said. The United States "is in real trouble, God willing, and is today screaming at the top of its lungs." Bush "thought that Iraq and its oil is an easy treasure," the voice said, adding that it has now "resorted to buying mercenary fighters from East and West," calling its war in Iraq a "new crusade on the Muslim world ... a decisive war for the whole nation." There are already troops from 26 other nations in peacekeeping forces led by Britain and Poland. So far after Washington's new call for forces, Turkey and South Korea have said they would send troops. "I call upon all Muslims, especially Iraqis. I tell them: Do not dare support the crusading American armies and those that ally with them," the speaker on the tape said. "Anyone that aids them, or whatever comes of them, no matter the label, is sacrilegious." "You young people of Islam everywhere, especially from neighboring states, and Yemen, you have to go wage jihad (holy war) and show your muscles. Follow the right path and don't follow people who follow their whims ... who want to divert you from this blessed jihad," th~ speaker said. �4 Alcohol Awarenes·s ·week Kicks Off Today BY VICTORIA WHITE Beacon Co"espondent · "Be Part of the Solution," is this year's theme for National Alcohol Awareness Week. During the week of October 20 through October 24, Wilkes has planned many activities to help raise awareness. The week kicks off on Monday with a member of the Pennsylvania State Police holding a question and answer period in the Henry Student Center from 11 a.J11. to l p.m. On Tuesday, Pam McDonald, from the Wyoming Valley Drug andAlcohol Service, will be in the Henry Student Center Ballroom at 7 p.m. to talk about alcohol and drug decision-maJ<ing. Wednesday Frank Yanulevius will speak about the loss of his daughter to a drunk driving accident, at 7 p.m. in the Ballroom. Perhaps the most widely attended and popular event of last year's Aicohol Awareness Week was a one-mile walk. Thursday, October 23 at 11 AM, members of the Wilkes community will again be ''Walking Towards Awareness" by participating in a one-mile walk from the Greenway and to Kirby Park and back. A barbecue and a live WCLH broadcast will immediately follow on the Green'way. Gail Holby, RN at Health Services said, "I think the walk brings us all together, we know what we are meeting for and it lets us see how we can have a good time together and have no alcohol but still have a good time. We are out to let people know that you can have a great time without alcohol." Holby estimated that about 240 students and staff had signed up to participate in the walk. Stephanie Dickert, junior criminology and sociology major, participated in the walk last year, and plans to walk again this . year. Dickert said, "I participated last year because I think people don't realize how dangerous alcohol can be. It is important w remind people of the dangers of alcohol. Last year a lot of people turned out for the walk and it made me feel good to know that people realize that it is a problem." Holly Souloff,junior elementary education and sociology major, will participate in the walk for her second year as well. Souloff said, "I participate to let people know that there can be problems with drinking." · The week is rounded out at the Rifkin Cafe on Friday evening. Friday evening "The Jazz Trio" will be playing at 9 p.m. and free refreshments and desserts will be served. This is the second year that Wilkes has developed a full prgram of events in conjunction with Alcohol Awareness Week. ·st{b ence 23 ~t~~ ;,v.:;is .~t ... . topped for,.iµcohol+im rjyirig or irtvoJyedii:q alcoh,ol~rela. . driyei-s. 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SA··,.2003_ nJur~ • . ).. -.· " r jmpac,t of .alcohoUnvolvement in • 11c:,rra.s<;s with< inJpry severity. Alcohol•ip ' lved. ctashes accoupted for 10 percent o · •· y damage pn]y crash 9osts1 21 pt;!f nonfataJ.Jnjury q:ashes;,~d46 Pt\t; i~Jlll;Y ct:a.§~•..~osts..,. (NHTSA l~~~giw:, .,. STUDENTS WELCOME l I V Sherman Hills Apartments www.shermanhillsappartments.com l I V The Best Looking Affordable Apartments In Wilkes-Barre Now accepting applications for I & 2 bedroom apartments Centrally Located Public transportation Carpeting · Air Conditioning On Site Social Service Coordinator Laundry Facilities 24-Hour Mailttenance Service Frost Free Refrigerator Garbage Disposal Stove 300 Parkview Circle Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18702 Monday - Friday 8A.M. to 5P.M. . CHECK US OUT TODAY !!!! 570-823-5124 EHO �OCTOBER 20, 2003 NEWS 5 Business School Continued from page 1 of Free Enterprise and faculty member who has been instrumental in the development of the new program since April, detailed the five principles featured in the new curriculum. "The first two are integrative year-long courses at the !'eginning and end of the program. Arthe beginning, the Integrated Management Experience requires students to plan a business in the fall and run the business in the spring. Threaded throughout this course is financial accounting, organizational and team development concepts . and practice. At the other end of the program is the Integrated Capstone Experience, which merges business policy and decision-making with field experience such as internships. The third and fourth elements of the curriculum are complimentary in the sense that the logic for both is similar... Both the gen- era! education and business program are spread across all four years. This gives the bwsiness student the opportunity to learn and apply business concepts over a four year period instead of cramming it into the last two years," explained Alves. Thus, ,the Sidhu School .of Business's most unique feature is its integration of both classroom/ theory, leadership development, and simultaneous emphasis on internshjps and business and professional planning upon entering the program. But Alves stated that the real winners of this program are the students who will leave with a one of a kind education, providing them with more professional opportunities. "Students in the Sidhu School will receive the kind of professional development that organizations spend hundreds of millions of dollars to provide managers and em- ployees. And it will be over the entire program, not just a one-shot seminar that is common in many companies and a few schools," said Alves. "Our belief is that with the emphasis on self-awareness, diversity, change orientation, personal and professional development, and the application of knowledge, the Sidhu School graduate will transition to their professional life as an immediate contributor and lifelong learner. In short, our students will graduate with the knowledge and competencies organizations know they need to succeed." Sidhu came to Wilkes University in 1971 with "on a bus ... [already] $200 in debt." He claimed that the University's kindness and welcoming spirit is what led to the donation. Sidhu argued, "You cannot be a successful leader, unless you are a successful human being first." Sidhu defined and identified his own unique brand of leadership through his experiences in the business and professional world. Following his 1973 MB_A graduation from Wilkes, he began a career at First Valley Bank. After working at numerous financial institutions, Sidhu joined Sovereign Bancorp where he has served since 1986. He was recognized as Financial World's CEO of the Year and was also a 1996 Turnaround Entrepreneur of the efforts will produce students who will settle in Pennsylvania and help end tne recent drain of college graduates from the state as they go off to find employment. He cited that first of Pennsylvania's problems are the current economic conditions, both here and nationally. He also stated that keeping young people in Pennsylvania is a second problem, and hopes that the links made in the business school will help fight this problem. "The second challenge we face ... is that we are losing our young people ...We have to create the type of opportunities here in Pennsylvania, the type of jobs that ~ill keep young people centered right here in Pennsylvania," said Rendell. "The conte_nt of the program is such a high percentage of those extraordinary new leaders will stay in Pennsylvania and using skills they acquire ... to make Pennsylvania a better place." Year. "Leadership is about being clear, about visioh ... clear about strategy, clear about goals ... Leadership is about knowing that it is so important to be committed to continued improvement, recognizing that there are opportunities all over and you can grab them with determination, commitment and adversity," said Sidhu. · In his address to the Wilkes audience at the celebration, Rendell challenged the school, hoping its Students Most Susceptible to Sleep Deprivatio~ BY VICTORIA WHITE Beacon Correspondent It is proven that mice cannot live without sleep, so why do humans think that they can ? Sleep is necessary for existence. It is among the top five needs for survival, along with water, air, and food according to a recent article in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Among those who frequently try to get the most out of twenty-four hours are college students. Attending classes, studying and doing hom_e work, eating, often holding a part-time job, sleeping and still having time to relax and hang out with friends is a lifestyle that ensures co llege students often cram too much into a 24-hour period. Unfortunately, it sometimes means that sleep is given less of a priority than some other events. , Gail Holby, Registered Nurse at Wilkes University Health Services, corroborated that it is recommended that people get an average of eight hours of sleep a night. Unfortunately, she said, "College students do not get eight hours; they get about 6.2 hours of sleep. It affects everything--memory, focus on work, stress, irritability, and social interaction, because everything depends on sleep." , Many students take for granted the amount of sleep they get, or don't get as the case Illay be, and the way that sleep deprivation will affect them. This is most evident in the transition period students go through as they begin dorm living. According to the Student Hand- book, all dorms are subject to quiet hours Sunday through Thursday, from 8 p.m. until 8 a.m. and Friday and Saturday from midnight until 8 a.m. But, all other hours are "consideration hours" meaning that students can still be asked to keep noise at a low level. Gretchen Yeninas, Director of Residence Life, said,_"When we place students together in the summer, it is quite a process. We try to match students based on their preferreo times of sleep, but the un-· known factor is how a students habits will change when they get to school; with more free time for naps they may become a late night person, while in high school they went to bed early." With quiet hours in affect for a full twelve hours it might be surprising that college students only average 6.2 hours of sleep, as Holby points out. But Katherine Broda, freshmen biology major, said the lifestyle is not hard to adjust to. "I have stayed up later since I've been here, but I can run on a few hours of sleep, so it's not too bad. l usually sleep for about 6 or 7 hours and sometimes a take like an hour long nap." Sleep pattern adjustment can lead to habits that are tough to break, however. Freshman Cristina Church said, "My sleep pattern has changed because I stay up later and nap for about three hours during the day. I like my naps ~cept they make it more difficult to sleep at night." Church is the perfect example of what experts say not to do. Naps can be refreshing, if they last around forty-five minutes, but napping for too long can make it very difficult to sleep at night. Christina Rubillo, senior mechanical engineering major, has lived on campus all four years. Rubillo had two years with a roommate and two years in a single. Rubillo said, "I get about 9 hours of sleep a night, but I don't nap unless I have missed sleep the night before." Rubillo seems to be the exception to the rule at Wilkes, however, as most college students get fewer hours of undisrupted sleep at night and supplement the lost sleep with naps during the day much like Church. Holby reminds students to think about the amount of sleep they are getting, especially during the high stress times of midterms and finals. Holby said, "The resistance is lowered because of not enough sleep. They are more susceptible for colds and mono. Everyone is more susceptible when they don't get enough sleep." With final exams approaching quickly and cold weather around the comer, take time to assess how sleep is taking its affect. For more information on sleep patterns and sleep related issues contact, Health Services or log on to www.sleepfoundation.org. l"'ake tl1e Fast Track to Pl1}'~sical TJ1e:r:a1,'l' '\'.'~· o:t1ld bQ ii fUI }U'lf cbz to ii D:a.or of Ph)~"tcll Tl'lliililpt' (DPl) dQSNO thiln }"00 think \~1th \'11dG!l'IIU Unhi-olfi}~ t:hrm-plilrlhN!J ptrJ'!lt.11 lbQlilpt' ~ram, you can 1ibln: doctn ral ltOO}' upoo o:mphit:bn oF }-Our·junh::x }v.:Jr. Far nore iufonnatiom,. ,call i6 :11~49~2 Sanph-:-:morm and. Juni-r-:rr aN !lllOOllrq-Dltl to partld:pu11 in Wldaoan •Sfw.«1~u1t £i>:r a !Day :flMIT'i'Jffl., St,.,ftool tJfHt1man :~ t~ Pt:r1f,1:,JirnM D111 Udwml.J Pllllll,, IJ111b~ M1m13 1-113-W IE NSI • IWM'AW d II II'.a~ u �;. .... . - OCTOBER 20, 2003 EDITORIAL 6 Beacon Editorial: A01erica Shrugs Shoulders at Cheating Kobe Bryant trial entertains when it shouldn't The best media event of controversial TV is about to heat up. The Kobe Bryant trial will be covered d I db C rt TV CNBC and ana yzte yk thout fi, d t· , an any ne wor a can m ime, or waste it for that matter. So what can be said about a trial like this? Maybe a politically correct stance would be to say to leave Kobe Bryant alone and treat him 'th th e assump t·rnn th at he is · m· WI t b · ·1 b nocent e ore emg proven gm ty. 0 r may bewes hou Id say th at B ryant has suffered enough with the fact he had to admit before millions that he is an adulterer. Perhaps we should argue that the female accuser should be shielded from the media because of the sensitivity of rape as an issue. Well let's look at the facts and let's look at where we have gone as a society. First, -Kobe Bryant is guilty as sin. No, it is not clear whether he did, in fact, rape thi~ woman. What is clear is that Kobe Bryant, the former golden boy of the NBA, a supposed "standup gentleman," is an adulterer. A sin punishable by jail? Nope. Not in this country, anyway. Big deal! Everybody does itright?No! Not really. While we have become a society that tends to shrug its collective shoulders at cheating (whether it's in business, in school, on taxes, or between spouses), it's wrong. What's more important, perhaps is that this b-baller, who is loved by · children, adults, and fanatics, chose to make this mistake. But mistakes happen by accident. And how does one fall into a bed in a hotel room by accident? They don't. Those who choose to cheat, cannot call it a s1·mple m1·stak·e. It's a cho1·ce, pla1·n and simple, and it's the wrong one. Bryant's media invincibility came to an end the day he was accused of rape--amo_ng the most heinous crimes a person can commit--was . . transformed mto staged remorse and repentance. Once an actor, always an actor. Once a cheater, always a cheater. · And why should our nation and others waste time watching to see if this wown man who has deceived I h us ong enoug can get one more over on us on Court TV? Here is ~ one man who has deceived his wi1e, his family values, his child who must live with his father's reputation, and nameless others who have I. nvested thei· r ti· me and money in this piece of ungrateful refuse. Here is a man many have and sadly still adore and look up to. Then there were the McDonald's commercials where he was playing with the little kids like that lovable brother. Yet, his defiance is seen when he receives a teen choice award. Instead of refusing an award and lettii:g children know he is a negative example of a role-model and making right out of a wrong, he raised his a:rm in pride on national TV acknowledging that he is still "the man." Well, to the public out there who believes Kobe is still the man ponder this: Yoi; are 24, on top of the world and seemingly invincible. You decide to deceive a whole nation about your squeaky clean image by committing a sexual act with someone _0th er th an your spouse. Yi d Yi d ~u eceive your spouse. ou ece1ve the young woman you choose to be with. "Yeah, so what?" you "I ' · 1· I f " Yi h f say. ts JUS t a ltt e un. ea • un . Tell that to another L.A. Lakers wife named Cookie Johnson. If one can't remember her situation it was one that involved another icon named Magic Johnson. Nobody ever thinks about contracting HIV, AIDS h STD h , or any ot er s w en £ d they're living the high Ii e. Nobo Y in these situations seems to care of they bring home a disease to their families who have done nothing but stand by and support their loved ones on their high platforms. Kobe Bryant may not be guilty of rape but what he is guilty of is putting his wife, future kids, and son in jeopardy. And when did he plan to tell his wife about his Eagle County, Colorado escapade? When the results came back? Maybe he can persuade some teens that he is sorry. And maybe he can even persuade .a wife who will take his money and reputation for the biggest ride he'll ever have. But who really c_ares and who should? With many more problems and worries in our society it is time we make efforts to get morally back on track and start chastising cheating when we see it. Cheaters on the court, in the classroom, in the bedroom, in the boardroom all need to see that we are tired of shrugging our shoulders at bad behavior. Change the channel. Cheating is not a concept to glorify. Living others' pain is worse. ·,si~rr Managing Editor: ............. ~; .. .. :L ....... Gabe UDonne Asst. l\'.1:~naging Editor: ..... ;~········· ...:.Raphael .Cooper BusinessManager: ... :.i:•,•··::.:: .........:~bavid J. Grasso As~t Business Manager: ................. ,Amanda Martucci . News Editor; ...•: .. ,........... :...-..:........... Gabrielle Lamb Features Editor:;~ ............................. Lindsey Wotanis Ar~/Ent~i;-tainment Editor: ........... ~.Melissa Jurgensen Opinion/Editorial Editor: ................ Ginger Eslick Sports Editor: ......................... :.......... 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Dr. Andrea Frantz Box 111, Wilkes University 192 South Franklin St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 Governor Ed Re 13 created chaos , posting over falJ b entire Student Ce un'awe.re·· . .•· ' entirer yotirs E-mail: wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com · . . ~Background *EstabV.~hed in 1944 * Rrinted on Mondays, with 1 Member qf the Pennsylvania the exception of holidays * 1.'.?00 papers dis~buted weekl . . . ~~W~Pal'xf.f\$sociation ,: ' �OCTOBER 20, 2003 EDITORIAL 7 Through An Anthropological Eye BY THERESA KINTZS Faculty Guest Columnist Looking at thi, Wyoming Valley strong-cultural ties to the ways of one can envision the prehistoric life of ancestral societies in the natural beauty of the forested moun- middle of a modem American northtains, home to elk and bear, and imag- eastern riverfront city with an urban ine the light from the campfires built poor, strip malls, highways, a public by Native Americans illuminating the market in the center of downtown banks of the Susquehanna for 12,000 with polka music playing in the backyears. ground, and several institutions of Everywhere you look you can see higher learning. the vestiges of generations of EuroI came to the Wyoming Valley to pean immigrants; the industries they teach anthropology here at Wilkes created, the architecture they built, this semester and it is a learning exthe omnipresent legacy of the era of · perience for me as well. The study coal. You'll notice the ethnic neigh- of anthropology teaches us to look borhoods that still persist, retaining at our surroundings through the of that curious social scientist whose driving passion is an urgent esire to understand what has hap- . ..------1-.----F-------M~""":'.:- -d:::-:.:--_,.:,--.;..._---"'--,_yes a tt 1ng .oes: e I~, eficits, Inexperience ened in the past, what is going on round us now, and what may hap- en socially, technologically, neKt? I have enjoyed working with the students here at Wilkes. Together we are learning to think more deeply bout the diversity of landscapes, ultures, and customs observed in ur world, paying special attention o taken-for-granted details in our wn society, looking at the origins nd dimensions of cultural practices hroughout time and place. At the beginning of a semester I always tell students I teach using the Socratic ethod. We will be always asking "Why?" YJ.W.DAVIES eacon Staff llriter On October 7, after the final otes had been cast, America witessed the birth of a politician. nd, as Arnold Schwarzenegger nters the honeymoon phase of his weeping victory over democrat ray Davis, the media is honing in n what is likely to be the most ublicly scrutinized gubernatorial enure in American history. Although Governor-elect chwarzenegger will not officially ake office until the election is cerified, which may not happen until id-November, his battle with everncreasing speculation has already egurt. Much of this speculation stems om a perceived lack of experience n the political arena. Experience, owever, can only be awarded afer one's character and ability have n tested. So without having the pportunity to face such a test, all f · this talk about Mr. chwarzenegger's inexperience is rivolous. In fairness, Governor chwarzenegger deserves: at the ery least. our patience. There is aiso the charge that alifomia's newly elected Goveror has a history of mistreating and isrespecting women. This charge unfortunately true;.however, one sitive thing has come from it. en he was faced with such alleations, Governor-elect chwarzenegger made' a bold, yet xtremely rare decision, that is, at east for a politician; he told the uth. He owned up to his indee,nt behavior and apologized, hich is admirable simply for the act that most politicians, when onfronted with such accusations, ould find a way around the truth. y electing Schwarzenegger, Caliomians can take solace in the fact hat. if all else fails, they can at least ount on his honesty. s Aside from applying the obvious damage control and dealing with vengeful democrats, Schwarzenegger faces a monstrous task as rookie Governor. The key to success' in his first year lies in·decreasing, if not erasing the multibillion dollar deficit, a task that will ultimately come down to simple arithmetic. For Schwarzenegger, however, it seems that addition and subtraction are not his strong points. In his 10-point plan for the first hundred days in office, Governor Schwarzenegger, like a true republican, intends to start by cutting several truces. Most importantly, he will attempt to repeal the car tax, which would otherwise generate nearly $4.2 billion in revenue for the state. This loss of potential revenue may prove costly in the battle against the deficit. For taxpayers, these tax cuts may seem like a good thing, but unfortunately, in politics, subtraction is limited' and addition is unavoidable. Governor Schwarzenegger wilt eventually have to sheathe his tax sword BY MATTHEW JONES and simultaneously raise his public Beacon Columnists discontent ·shield in order to effectively lower the deficit. I'm going out on a limb here to It helps, however, that tfie new dmit to you, dearest readers, that I . governor has aligned himself with ave, in fact, cried at least once in prominent businessmen such as bilhe past six years of my life. lionaire investor Warren Buffet and Since that's more than most philanthropist Bill Simon. UYS will admit today, maybe I Schwarzenegger has also assembled? should just quit while I'm ahead and a fairly impressive team of advisors iscuss football and weight lifting. including former Secretary of State, 'm not (duh). What I am going to George Shultz, and former California o is hopefully provide a fair and Governor, Pete Wilson. nbiased examination of why most For reassurance purposes, it is UYS would seemingly never adimportant for the citizens o,fCaliforit what I have. Oh, by the by, if nia to know that Governor ou think I'm writing this to play Schwarzeneggeris not alone. What's he "sensitive angle" on nai've more, for those who_support GoverIRLS, stop reading this now, benor Schwarzenegger, it is important ause you disgust me. to give him time, and for those who Now, most GUYS like to think of aie skeptical of the new Governor, hemselves as true MANLY MEN, just give him a chance. nd there's nothing wrong with this. We may not come up with the de- cem the watershed events that have finitive answers, but the important significantly changed the way huthing is asking the questions, learn- man beings interact with one aning to think critically, becoming en- other and the natural world over the gaged and seriously reflecting past 10,000 years. Using an interdisciplin~y approach, incorporatupon the world around us. My experiences as a profes- ing the fields of anthropology, arsional archaeologist have taught chaeology, sociology, political scime to look at the world like a visitor ence, economics, and history the from another planet. The decade I study of the mechanisms of social spent traveling around the United change focuses on the interplay States working on archaeological between material and non-material digs under the auspices of Federal culture and how these factors toCultural Resources Management gether have shaped the past and laws compelled me to consider, on present, and will shape the future . For the spring semester at a daily basis, the question of how Wilkes, I will be offering a course we got from the Stone Age to the on The Politics of Social Change Space Age. One can't help but be (cross-listed in Sociology and Poamazed by the transformations that litical Science) where we will study have taken place in such a short social change and social change period of time; transformations in culture and in technology that have, movements including global enviin five-hundred years, brought us ronmentalism, feminism (which has from the age of hunting and gath- a fascinating history and is arguering into tfie age of capitalism and ably the most significant social computers and to the era of an change movement in human hisemerging global society in the 21st tory), and the radical Islamic move- ment, so topical today. century. During my time teaching here at Anthropologists are like journalWilkes my aspiration is to share my ists; we are always asking who, enthusiasm for learning with my what, where, when, why, and how? students, encouraging them to join My research into the origins and . me in looking at the world through outcomes of civilization takes this the eyes of the anthropologist. approach in trying to identify and describe the key elements, to dis- . Today's Young Men Need to Learn to Cry L----------------">------------------- -·- - - - - - -·-·• - •·-·•·• •·• The problem lies in the warped no- I'd say, "OK, but last I checked we tion of MANHOOD that most went to Wegll)an 's for food and the GUYS ascribe to (mix Rambo with mall for clothing, neither exactly a any MALE porn star, and for a truly ' primordial life or death struggle." pathetic case, add a dash of Does this mean that we as men Eminem). The results are your loud, haven't entirely evolved? No, guys· brash, anti-intellectual, violent, do exist who are not like this but shallow, stubborn, and close- they are the minority by more than minded "GUYS" who would prob- a landslide (so shut up with your ably call me all sorts of politically science). These guys are simply incorrect names for openly admit- acknowledging their existence as ting about crying. For that matter, human beings, who by nature are any guy who tried to accomplish very emotional creatures. Yes, ananything artistic (we've discussed ger is an emotion but there is a difthis recently) would suffer the same ference between simply becoming fate. angry and starting a fight at a party Why? Down on my hands and because someone stepped on your knees raised to the open heavens- American Eagle boots. screaming in blind rage-<i>why<i Solution? Well, for me to proi>?!? Where d9es this attraction vide one that doesn't involve mass to narrow-mindedness, adherence murder is difficult. You could alto violence, and fear of expressing ways place faith in humans to evengenuine emotion come from? tually do the right thing ... but I'm The violence is the worst aspect certainly not going to. I've unforof all. Sure, everyone has problems tunately come to i:ealize that it's that make them angry but why asking way too much for most would you ever want to force your GUYS to accept the benefits of livproblems upon someone else, mak- ing in peace and harmony with one ing their life worse? I've been told another, assuming that the presthat MEN are naturally violent crea- ence of unconditional love elimitures because of the way we've nates most reasons to go the gym. evolved. Well, if we still hunted I do feel truly bad for these GUYS buffalo to feed and clothe ourselves and think I might go cry now. �8 OCTOBER 20, 2003 EDITORIAL The Medical Malpractice Issue · - ~ BY SABRINA McLAUGIIl.,IN Beacon Asst. Op-Ed Editor Having lived most of my life with two aging grandparents, I've become all too well acquainted with the halls of hospitals and nursing homes, and I've observed the practices of numerous doctors, nurses, and medical specialists--the good, the bad, and the mediocre. I'm sorry to say that though we are blessed with many fine medical professionals, they have their counterparts who are neglectful, indifferent, and even inept. Although we are fortunate enough to have several fine, large medical centers in this part of the state, many of the smaller local hospitals we depend on in an emergency are often under staffecl,underr'unded, and in need of modernization. All of these factors add more stress to the Placing The Qlame Where It Belongs jobs of doctors and nurses, whose jobs are more legal protection. I truly believe that a already very difficult. No wonder, then, that medical malpractice cap-- especially the riin an exhaustive, high-stress environment, diculously low figures being mentioned by there may be a greater chance that incidents the measure's supporters--detracts from paof medical malpractice will occur. tients' rights, and that these caps would be a There is no doubt that health care reform dangerous precedent to set. In the case of malpractice lawsuits, we are will be a major point to be considered as the next presidential election approaches. The usually not speaking of frivolous, unwarproblem of medical malpractice is a particu- ranted legal actions. We are speaking of larly controversial topic in current political people who may have been seriously harmed, conversations going on at both a local and or even people who have lost their lives, as a national level. result of the erroneous actions of a medical ·one of the main issues causing a political practitioner. I will concede that the amount stir regarding health care is the question of awarded in these suits should not be unreawhether or not a "cap," or maximum settle- sonably exorbitant, but it is important to keep ment amount, should be applied in medical in mind that the "victims" of malpractice and malpractice lawsuits. President Bush seems their families don't really receive the lion's to be in favor of limiting settlement amounts. share of what is awarded to them in court. As far as I am concerned, this is just another There are medical costs, and considerable lereason that convinces me not to vote for Presi- gal fees that must be deducted. dent Bush next November. Doctors are calling for malpractice caps Nothing makes me angrier than politicians because they are saying their insurance prewho advocate policies that diminish what little .miums are far too high because of the risk power is already possessed by the already that they may be sued. But doctors are usurelatively less powerful. I believe that in the ally among the highest-paid of professionals relationship between health-care providers in our society. It is true that they deserve and medical professionals, and patients, it is great deal for all of their hard work and years obviously the individual patient who is the of schooling, and their willingness to take on weaker in the equation, and thus in need of~ the awesome responsibility of holding a people's lives in their hands, but since doctors are so highly-paid, can't they afford to spend a percentage of their incomes formalpractice insurance? Millions of average Americans can't even afford simple medical insurance. As far as the threats of some doctors who are claiming that they will leave the state of Pennsylvania because of the high cost of insurance, it is unbecoming to the medical profession to resort to what amounts to political extortion. In the Hippocratic Oath does it read that doctors shall abandon their patients in one state, to set up practices in another state that seems more amenable because they can make more money if they do not have to pay as much for insurance? Does this mean that our motivation for creating malpractice caps, if we do so, could be that wt, feel the need to placate the good doctors that we have in this state out of fear that they will pick up and leave? The prospect is enough to disillusion me to the point where I'm beginning to think-that in today's medical ethics, as in too many other sectors of American life, compassion and public service takes a backseat to the priority of dollars and cents. Point/Counterpoint: Is a Gate in the Caf~teria Justified? Recently, on campus there has been discussion on whether or not students should be gated out of the cafeteria in order to stop food from being stolen. On the one hand, a solution to this problem needs to be found. On the other, however, some contend that locking students out of public property by installing a gate is not a fair solution at all. What do you think: should we be gated out in order to prevent steal- ing or is this treatment unfair? GINGER ESLICK Beacon Op-Ed Eilitor _ Blocking Students Out of the Cafeteria Is Unfair Blocking students from the cafeteria who are not paying for lunch is simply unfair. Commuters who want to save money by bringing lunch from home should not be forced to take extra time out of their day to find an alternate place to eat. They should not be forced to pay for meals when they have a meal with them. People who want to meet with friends to just talk about the happenings of the day should not be excluded from the cafeteria. I understand that certain students have been taking advantage of the system as it is currently fn place. But do we need to go to such drastic measures as locking people out? In doing this we are unfairly accusing all students who do not buy their lunch of stealing. We are wrongly keeping students out of a place that belongs to Wilkes University, a public place that should partly belong to the students. After all, we do spend countless dollars on tuition each year. So why don't our voices matter? Has anyone ever asked us what needs to be done to stop the stealing? How about taking some of our hard earned money we give for tuition and hiring someone to watch the students? Students could be given a hand stamp or some type of badge at the door if they are buying food. Students who do not have this stamp or badge will not be permitted to eat any of the cafeteria food. Now that may not be the ideal solution, but it is one idea in the voice of many students who do not have the privilege of getting their ideas heard. Give us a chance and we will come up with a solution better than locking us out of a property that be1ongs to Wilkes University, a school funded by our tuition. KERRI PARRINELLO Beacon Layout Artisi Just Treatment For Unjust Actions The Henry Food Court in the Student Union building seems to be the center of more controversy on campus than who's dating whom. The latest problem: Students sneaking into the dining area without paying. Now, although I think it's stupid that commuters are not permitted to bring their own food and eat in the food court, I understand ~he logic in this. I am not a cuiprit of this practice, but I know quite a few commuters who, instead of bringing their own food and just coming up~tairs to eat with friends, basically steal their way into the dirting hall. They come up the front stairw<ell, and walk right into the dining hall, skip the lines, and avoid having to pay. Now it's these same students who are angered by the fact that those who manage food service have decided to form some sort of barrier in that open space. Did people think that the staff wasn't going to catch on to the scheme? These are smart people, and it's their job to provide a service for a price, and if people are cheating them that just means that those of us who legitimately utilize dining services are just going to have to pay more for these services. The proposed barrier, which at the moment is several tropical plants, is the best way to thwart the problem, and I think it's a great idea to keep a barrier there. I don't want to pay more, and so my message to those of you who feel you' · entitled to just waltz right into the dining hall and take what you want would be that unless you want to be paying for my (and other dorming students) meal plans, stop the stealing and just cough up the dough to eat in the cafeteria. If you can't or choose not to do that, then just don't eat on the third floor. �OCTOBER 20, 2003 FEATURES 9 Trash to Treasure Campus organizations collect used items to serve others BY MEAGAN BROWN Beacon Co"espondent If you thought you knew Gina Zanolini,Moriison,~ think again. •Morrison, nstructor of Education at Wilkes, is currently pursuing hei: Ph.D. in Human velopment/Instructional Leadership at Marywood University. Here, she alks about her life before Wilkes, how she became interested in ulticulturalism, and even o ers some advice for future teachers. Beacon: How long have you worked at Wilkes? Morrison: I've been at Wilkes about seven and a half years. I started out ere as the Multicultural Coordinator in March .1996. In addition to that osition in Student Affairs, I began working part-time as an adjunct faculty ember in 1997, teaching Fundamtntals of Public Speaking. From there, I cought an ICS course called Cultu~aI Identity Development with Professor · nieritus Gay Meyers of the Education Department, and that brought me to eaching Multicultural Education in this department. I was hired to teach full-time in August 2002. Beacon: What did you do professionally before joining Wilkes? Morrison: Taught, mostly. I've taught for about 20 years, two years in the local Intermediate Unit, at the ltemative Education Center. Before that, I taught in the Job Corps program in Drums. Job Corps taught e so much about how to teach. Beacon: Before recently returning to the classroom, you were the coordinator of Multicultural Affairs. Why did you decide to leave that position and return to the classroom? . , Morrison: Actually, I enjoyed that job very tnuch, and I learned something every day from the students. think, though, that September 11th was a turning point for me. I realized "Life is too ;ghort--time to pursue y own goals," and one goal that I've always had was getting my Ph.D. Then, a month later, I attended aiversity conference in Cincinnatti, and someone presented a model on diversity in higher education. From t model, I knew that I wanted to work more in cun:iculwn development, infusing diversity into the urriculum, because I felt that the classrooms were the place to make diversity an imperative. We might not gree on everything, but we should be talking about it. And I think a good place to have those dialogues is n tbe classroom. Beacon: What is the best part about being a teacher? " Morrison: The students. They'r~ the best teachers. They'refull of good ideas; all you have to do is ~sk em. ·'l ... ;); fJ., ·, . . Beacon: Give one piece of advice to students who wish to become teachers. Morrison: Don't even think of going into teaching unless you are prepated for long hours ~d hard Qrk. Teachfog is a job that extends way ,beyond the ''working day."' It ~ver ends. And you li~ve to l>e o~gh enough to ~andle criticism, because the students will let you know about it whenever you make stake. So you had better 19ve teac?ing, odt's just not }VOrth it. B~t if you really love it. then it's the best ob in the world. For me, teaching hete Wilkes, teaching future teachers-it's tniream-00.me1roe. 'i ., a £ at i- ·- . . TheEducation Club If you are an education major, or just enjoy working wi.th children. then the Education Club is rig!it up your lley. Club president Nikole Hennan, senior elementary education and ,esycholgy ll)ajor, tells The Beacon a little bit about the club, and why it important to ill(es, Beacon: What is the Education Club's mission? , Herman: ThrJnission of the Education Club is to unite its members through ocial interactions to create a learning environment for pro~pective teachers as ell as the surrounding community [as stated on the )'\'ebsiteJ. Beacon; What activities do you have coming up in the near future? Herman: On Halloween we wiJl be dressing up and going t!,> visit the patients n the pediatric ward of Wilkes~Bme General Hospital. We bring them goodies ike coloring books and little toys. We're also planning trips to the Crayola Facory in Easton and the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia. Beacon: Why is the Education Club important to Wilkes University? Herman: The education department is a very large department. Each educa.on major must have a concentration area/major in addition to the education requirements. This contributes to e lack of coherence within the department as students take math, psychology, biology, and even music lasses. The Education Club is the one place where all education majors can get together, and have a soundboard or questions and ideas. Currently we are working to expand interest in what we do. In the past we had some eat leadership; unfortunately, they all gradµated at the same time. We.are working to rebuild our program and welcome to all new ideas. Beacon: When are your meetings? Herman: The Ed Club meets the second Thursday of every month in Bieiseth 206 at 11 :30 am. Beacon: Can anyone be in the club, or is it exclusive to education majors? Herman: Whether you are planning to be certified in early childhood, elementary education, secondary ducation, special education, or simply know that your career will involve working with children, you would ake an excellent candidate for the Education Club [as quoted from website]. Anyone interested in being a ember can come to a meeting. Feel free to contact me at hermannj@wilkes.edu. is Jersey that refills the empty The popular perception of cartridges and then redistributes trash is that it's ruining the world, them. The Upward Bound polluting the earth's natural program will receive two dollars beauty, and spoiling our children's for every ink cartridge collected. future. However, some groups Another group on campus have found a way to turn trash is also collecting used items; the into a positive contribution to History Club will, once again, be society. collecting new and used books. Two Wilkes University The annual collection benefits organizations needy children are doing their and teens. part to help their According world and their to Linda Korbeil, community by a representative collecting what of the History most would club, the group is normally throw collecting the away. Upward used books Bound is ·because, "Books collecting old build dreams; ink cartridges books build while the character; books History Club will are bridges from collect books for the past connecting the present young children. to the future." The books Upward Bound, which is a ·collected must be suitable for non-profit, federally funded children from pre-K to 12th grade. program that helps high school There are collection boxes students prepare for college, will around_ campus where students be collecting used ink cartridges. can drop off-the books. From The program, according to there, the books will be given to Michaelene Ostrum, administrative Children and Youth Services on assistant at Upward Bound, brings South Franklin Street, Wilkesin first generation college stuBarre. Children and Youth dents, meaning that their parents Services will tlien distribute those did not attend a four year univer, books to needy children. While sity, and helps them "get on the this collection only directly right track" to attend college. The benefits the children and not the program is invaluable for without club, Korbeil knows that the it these students might never benefit for the club is more attend college. The government valuable than any amount of covers most of the costs for the money. Upward "We can Bound imagine no better program, community service which lasts than a book drive to fortw9 help enable young years. ones to benefit from Howthese collective ever, not all annals of time," costs can stated Korbeil. The be covered, History Club which is realizes that books why they are history and the are running benefits of placing this this history into the hands of program. It is collecting used ink children are endless. cartridges of all kinds to raise By using would-be trash for money to continue the programs the betterment of the community, that the federal money will not these two campus organizations cover. may alter some people's limited The cartridges can be perception of the stuff that they dropped off on the 3rd floor of throw out every day. Conyngham Hall to the Upward Bound office. After they are collected they will be sent to a charitable organization in New �10 FEATURES OCTOBER 20, 2003 Kappa Psi Na01~d Second Best Chapter in Nation Pharmacy fraternity acknowledged for its service to the community BY LINDSEY WOTANIS Beacon Features Editor Wilkes University's School of Pharmacy best chapter in the nation as well as best chap- and educate the importance of prevention. earns bragging rights once again. Kappa Psi, ter in the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and West With prevention, the elderly can reduce the risk of falls, which lead to breaks. They learn one of Wilkes University's pharmacy frater- Vrrginia division. One project that Kappa Psi has underway about the best calcium supplement to take nities, was ranked second best chapter in the nation and best chapter in their tri-state dis- right now is called "Open Airways" and it is a to keep their bones strong and healthy. We program provided by the American Lung As- also explain the type of exercise needed to trict. Kappa Psi, founded in 1879, is the largest sociation, on which Maize sits on the Board maintain a good posture and the healthy diet and oldest pharmacy fraternity. There are 70 of Directors. The program will target 3rd to that should be utilized," said Pellock. However, according to Maize, the group's chapters of Kappa Psi in the 85 schools of 5th graders and, according to Susan Pellock, pharmacy major and Regent of Kappa Psi, will biggest project is still to come. Beginning pharmacy across the country. The Wilkes on November 20, which is also Great AmeriUniversity chapter, Delta Omicron, founded hep them to better understand asthma. "This year we already started the Open can Smoke Out Day, brothers of Kappa Psi in 1997, was. recently honored at the Kappa Psi national meeting held last August in San Airway program in an elementary school. This will offer a 7-8 week Smoking Cessation workprogram teaches children with asthma proper shop to the Wilkes community. Last year, all Diego, California. According _to Kappa Psi's advisor, Dr. techniques on using their inhaler and dealing of the brothers were trained in smoking cesDavid Maize, R. Ph., Ph. D and Director of with their asthma. It allows them to realize sation. Assessment and Outreach, the award is a re- that they can have fun like any other child," "We are going to have a smoking cessasult of the efforts of all of the members of stated Pellock. tion workshop for faculty, staff, and students Another program that Kappa Psi is work- of Wilkes and that is going to start in JanuKappa Psi. "It was based on the projects, the amqunt ing on is called "A is for Asthma" which tar- ary to coincide with your new years resoluof service that we give, the professional gets kindergarten students, teaching them not tion. There will be group meetings [that will projects that we do, and the size of our organization," said Maize. When the award was presented, there were 62 membersin the chapter. Because of graduating seniors, membership is currently at 45. However, there are 15 students currently expressing interest in becoming a part of the chapter. According to Maize, there is usually anywhere from twenty-five to thirty percent of the pharmacy student body in Kappa Psi, and the process for becoming a member is simple. "You have to be a pharmacy major to apply for membership and then there is no really other qualification after that. You just express interest that you would like to become a member of the fraternity. Maize pointed out that Kappa Psi holds three interest meetings for interested members. "They [interested students] go through a period "that we call pledging, and it is six weeks in length. They are required to do certain projects and then at the end of the period they are initfated into the fraternity. Once you are a member, you are a member for life," explained Maize. Officers of Kappa Psi pose for a photo: Front row from left to right, Susan Pellock, As for the pledging projects, stuPresident, Freda Luckenbuagh, Historian, Lisa Samala, Treasurer, Amanda Edwards, Secretary. Back row from left to right, Amy Schmidt, Secretary, James Mason, Sargant at dents mu·st complete two different Arms, Maggie Murphy, Chaplain, Tom Luthy, Vice President, Dr. David Maize, Advisor. types of projects before they can be officially initiated. to be afraid of asthma, using a video which help people to . "They are required to do what we call a includes characters from Sesame Street. quit]. You talk about quitting, you set your professional project and a service project. For Along with those projects, the brothers, quit date, and then you quit, and then you their professional project, they will go to a as all the members of Kappa Psi are called, have meetings afterward to support your senior center and present an osteoporosis will travel to local senior centers to present non-smoking. We'll take people up to the project. For their service project, they will be .programs on osteoporosis next week, which time we start [the workshop]. Health Serhelping out with the Halloween party for the is also National Pharmacy Week. The stu- vices will have a table in the student union disadvantaged children being held on cam- dents will give the presentation in lay terms building [on November 20th] where people pus [on the 27th]," said Maize. so that the seniors gain a good understand- can sign up to be part of the session," said Once they are initiated, they are members ing of how osteoporosis affects their health. Maize. • " for life. They continue to meet as a group According to Pellock, educating senior citiIn addition to all of these unique proevery other week and do projects to serve zens about the prevention of osteoporosis is grams, the brothers also do fundraising in the community. These projects are what key. order to help support local charities. helped them to be recognized as the second "We go into senior centers around the area "We donated about a thousand dollars to charity. We sell Gertrude Hawks candy, tee shirts,.and a book about drugs [for pharmacy students and professionals]. We split the money among various charities. One of the big projects we did was sponsor a family through one of the catholic social services at Christmas time and then we bought presents for them. We had a family of three, a mother and two children, and we gave them three hundred dollars. We bought them Christmas presents and food. We also gave to the Lymphoma Society, the American Lung Association, and the March of Dimes," added Maize. Another criterion considered in the award is the display of leadership within the members of Kappa Psi. Students are encouraged to be active members of their universities and take on leadership positions outside of Kappa Psi. "Almost all of our brothers are involved in other pharmacy organizations. The pharmacy students are incredibly involved in organizations and we are really proud of that," said Maize. Tom Luthy, a P3 Pharmancy majoir and Vice Regent of Kappa Psi, feels as though his experience with Kappa Psi will benefit him into the future . "I think the biggest thing that I will take from being a brother here with Kappa Psi is the ability to work as a team and work well with others. By doing various professional projects and going into the community for various events, we can't do it with just one person and with Kappa Psi you always have to work as a team in order to be as successful as we have become. As someone who wants to make a difference in the field of pharmacy and be a leader, I find being a brother in the fraternity is a great stepping stone. I view all of my brothers as my extended family and I feel so fortunate to have had the chance to work with such great people. Being like a family and showing cohesiveness is what really helped us climb up to the national recognition that we have received," said Luthy. Kappa Psi has given back to the community in a number of ways and, accordin to Pellock, is more than deserving of the recent ~ecognition. "I could not be prouder of the accomplishments of our fraternity. We unite as one, striving for common goals. Everyday the brothers of Kappa Psi exemplify what it means to be a brother. Without each one of them putting in the time and effort they do, the awards received would not have been possible. It is the teamwork of all our brothers and the undivided support of Dr. Maize that provides the backbone to make Kappa Psi as strong and successful as it is today," concluded Pellock: �OCTOBER 20, 2003 FEATURES 11 Fornter Playntate Bares All to Educate About AIDS Wilkes Students Learn of One Woman's Struggle BY MELISSA SHEDLOCK Beacon Co"espondent Do you remember turning sixteen, receiving your driver's license, becoming a mature adolescent and trying to fit in? Many teens see these rituals as the beginning of a long, fulfilling life. For RebekkaArmstrong, it was the beginning of her battle with a life-threatening disease. On Tuesday, October 14 at 9 p.m., Playboy playmate Armstrong spoke to Wilkes students about her career and how her life was affected by AIDS. Armstrong aspired to become a Playboy Playmate the morning of her eighteenth birthday when she knew she was legal to pose and become a playmate. Within that year, against all odds, she was chosen to become a centerfold. Her title of Miss September '86 became an abrupt fixture in the glamorous world of Hollywood, bringing her all she could desire-moviedeals, commercials, modeling, traveling, parties, a six figure income and a beach house. Things were going so well for Armstrong, it seemed as though nothing could harm her. · Armstrong stated, "When people knew my playmate status I felt like I needed to rock their world." She explained that she was so po~pous and true to her career, her virtues were set straight--or so she thought. As time passed, Armstrong became fatigued easily and inundated with a general feeling of malaise. She went to a physician inquiring about a pregnancy test thinking all the while, "This can't be happening to me again ." The physician m~mbers aturday's, -~; :(- .. . recommended a test for HIV and she abruptly obliged, knowing the results would be negative. Within a few days the doctor, not the secretary or nurse, called her with the results. The shocking news hit her like a freight train. She learned she had contracted HIV at the age of sixteen and _within the next three years, it had progressed into full blown AIDS. According to Armstrong, the next five years of her life were the worst. It seemed she was riding an emotional and physical rollercoaster. "I knew I was going to die, so I wanted to go down with a bang." She became addicted to ! • g drugs and alcohol Courtesy of Tony Waltzin because, "that's Rebekka Armstrong, former Playboy Playmate, talked to the Wilkes what made me feel community about her struggle with AIDS on Tuesday, October 14, at 9pm. good. I was always awake with a smile on my face." Even though she knew that wasn't the cure to her disease, it was a temporary solution. After a while she went to her doctor pleading for his help. She was done with her addictions and wanted to be saved. "I will do anything doc; I just want to live," cried Armstrong. The doctor agreed and put her on the drug AZT. This was to be taken once or twice a day. Armstrong wanted to be cured and she wanted to be cured immediately. She decided to take six doses of the drug every morning afternoon and evening. After a few weeks, she got very sick and was put back into the hospital. The overuse of the drug caused her to contract neuropathy. Neuropathy is a serious disease, which resulted in severe nerve damage. Armstrong was so humiliated by her disease, she hid it from everyone she loved and cared for. She was so embarrassed and ashamed because she felt she would no longer be accepted. With each hospital visit, she entered wondering if this would be her last. So, once again, Armstrong became distressed and went back into her drug rollercoaster. One night she went overboard and ·had a drug overdose, which caused her to crash her car into a brickwall. She was in a coma for three and a half days, and when she woke up she begged for them to let her die. Armstrong received seven spinal taps within four days. She was then released from the hospital, and placed in a mental institution for trying to do harm to herself. Armstrong's birthday was coming up and her best friend, EJ, wanted to do something special for her. He found a two-day seminar for women with HIV. The seminar happened to be the day of her birthday and Armstrong knew she needed to be with people with whom she could communicate on a different, deeper level. When Armstrong arrived at the seminar, she found sixty to seventy women who were going through exactly what she was. "These women spoke it out loud. They let everyone know they had HIV and I was shocked," said Armstrong. She had been in the closet for five years and the last thing she expected was for HIV to be accepted and to be spoken out loud. That's when the woman that changed her life entered the room. "She was this tall, beautiful,AfricanAmerican women. She walked in with her feet dragging and a little girl at her side. I looked at her and she said to the counselor, 'Help me find a home for my daughter, I am dying and I have no family.' With that I knew I had to stop having pity on myself and make a difference in the world," said Armstrong. Armstrong went public. She gave seminars, conferences, and even appeared in commercials talking about AIDS. She wasn't afraid anymore. She wanted to stop unprotected sex and change people's lives. Armstrong's cautionary tales were scary, but appeared effective with the audience. She spoke about all sides of HIV and AIDS, from contracting it, to living with it. According to Armstrong, there are four ways tci contract the HIV virus: blood, vaginal secretion, semen or breast milk. It is not a virus you can catch by casual contact such as hugging, but it is contracti_ble, especially from oral sex of any kind. As she pointed out ·in her Wilkes appearance, women make up more than half of the HIV population and that figure is increasing daily. The common age to contract the virus is between the ages of thirteen and twenty six. Although it is not recommended for a couple with HIV to have a child because of concern for the parents' own lives, it is· still possible. The risk is less than one percent for the child to have HIV when it is born. The mother must have a Cesarean-section and, upon birth, the baby will be put on easy T therapy. After .the therapy, it is immediately followed with the AZT medication, but after that there is less that a one percent chance it contracted the virus from its parents. Armstrong's message was summed up in her final statements to the crowd. She emphasized caution with any sexual situation, essentially saying: No glove, no love! �12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Book Review: Drop City _ BY SABRINA McLAUGHLIN Beacon Staff Writer Drop City is the newest novel by popular and critically-acclaimed authorT.C. Boyle. The story centers on the antics that occur in a commune of hippies during the summer of 1970 as the drama of the '60s was winding down. At the beginning of the novel, Boyle's gang of flower children are facing the disapproval of their "square" neighbors and local law enforcement in Northern California--the original location of their commune, the name of which gives the book its title. Norm Sender, the founder/ guru of the colony, gets a wild idea to relocate the whole crowd to Alaska .. Why, you may ask, would a troop of hippies decide to start a commune in Alaska of all pl~ces? There are several reasons: Norm's uncle recently left a large property vacant in a place called the Thirtymile River Valley; in Alaska there is enough wide open space for everybody; and Norm argues that because Alaska has a shorter growing season, CI"Op plants com• faster--thus, pensate by~growing bigger, Norm promises that they can reap the harvest of a high-yield, high-quality crop of marijuana plants. He makes Alaska sound like the tropical island paradise in The Beach. But when the hippies move to Alaska, there is a clash of cultures when they settle in the vicinity of veteran trappers and outdoorsmen, and they have the added problem of learning how to sm:vive in the Alas- kan wilderness. The novel especially concentrates on the predicament of a young woman who calls herself Star: she is torn between Ronnie--her irresponsible, shallow high-school sweetheart who she "dropped out" of suburban life with and who traveled west with her--and her new love-interest, the less selfabsorbed Marco, who goes to Alaska with the rest of Drop City in order to evade the draft. Boyle writes of hippie culture and commune life in a way that is honest, witty, and unsentimental--he satirizes the less-than-ideal aspects of a way of life that sometimes fell short of its idealistic philosophies. For example, the characters discover that "free love" doesn't 'llways work in real life and relationships, because hopping from bed to bed (or, in some cases, sleeping-bag to sleeping-bag, or teepee to teepee) often leads to hurt feelings. And although Drop City professes to complete equality between the sexes, it seems as though it is always the job of the women of the community to mind the kitchens and prepare the granola, organic veggit. stir-fry, and hash-brownies. ' TC. Boyle is well-known for being the author of The Road to Wellville, and he always seems to have a knack for selecting a fun, quirky subject. His language is always witty and often hilarious, and this makes Drop City entertaining to read. This Week in History... The week of October 20 through the 16 in retrospect; 20th -The musical "Peter Pan" opened, (1954). 21st - Elton John received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, (1975). 22nd - The P~iladelphia Phillies won their first World Series, (1980). 23rd - MTV Italy launched its first domestically planned and produced Italian-language show "Sonic," (1997). 24th - John (William) Heisman was born. He is recognized as one of the greatest innovators of the game of football, (1869). ~5th - The George Washington Bridge opened for traffic between New York and New Jersey, (1931). 26th - American author John Steinbeck was awarded the Nobel Prize in literature, (1962). 27th - A U.S. federal judge refused to issue an injunction against the sale of MP3 players. The device is used to play music downloaded from the Internet. The Recording Industry Association of America had brought the case to court, (1998). Towson Dance Troup_e Visits Wilkes Community Dancers Offer Performance and Instruction BY MELISSA JURGENSEN Beacon A&E Editor A traveling dance troupe from Towson University in Maryland performed at Wilkes University on Thursday, October 16, at 3 p.m. The performance featured five works choreographed by both nationally- and internationally-renowned guest choreographers and faculty from Towson's Department of Dance. The works, according to the Wilkes University press release included: "Bolero," a newly choreographed modern dance to Ravel's "Bolero" by the Lehman Award Winner, Stephanie Powell; "Spring Waters," a tour de force contemporary ballet pas de duex of the Kirov Ballet from 1949, choreographed by Kirov ballet master, choreographer, and master teacher Asaf Messerer; "Hidden Realities," a contemporary jazz dance inspired by the stabbing, rape, and murder of Kitty Genovese in Queens, NYC, choreographed by Los Angeles-based choreographer Kijuanita Lucas; "Prelude/Frustrations in Martin," a modern dance solo, choreographed by the performance artist and choreographer Vincent Thomas; and finally "Nine Love Songs and a Bucket of Tears," a modern dance/jazz dance utilizing nine of Patsy Cline's most popular songs and choreographed by, Venezuelan~born Juan Carlos Rincones. "This beautifully crafted dance/diversity event has provided our department with a cooperative artistic link to Towson that will continue to benefit students in both programs," said Dr. Terry Zipay, Chairperson of Visual and Performing Arts. Bridget Giunta, a junior communication studies major and dance minor, was one of approximately thirty Wilkes students who participated with the dance troupe. "The whole event was an amazing experience for everyone that participated. I thoroughly enjoyed the performance and master class and f would love to see more events like this in the future," commented Giunta. The Master Class described by Guinta fea- Courtesy of Marketing and Comm Dept. turedAfrican-based modern dance instructed by master teacher, Stephanie Powell. Powell led the master class with warm-ups, exercises across the floor, and a short combination. A member of the dance troupe served as demonstrator to the class. The Dance Troupe travels nationally to perform in competitions, demonstrations, and conventions. In recent years, it's earned awards such as Grand Champion Award at the Paramount King's Dominion Dance Festival, as well as being honored as the official dance group of the Baltimore Thunder professional lacrosse team. Independent Film.Auditions Producers of Deadroll, ari independent film being produced in the area, are still looking for males to play small speaking parts. No experience is needed. If you would like to take advant~ge of this opportunity and gain experience, e-mail Joel for more information at themovie02@yahoo.com. Game Show Names 1. thwee fo urenoft 2. oyaerdjp 3. lloemiirna 4. looohdlyw srqsaeu 5. het irpce si ihtrg 6. fmylai uefd 7. tkesaew nikl 8. atetrs stmsra · Answers on page 20 �OCTOBER 20, 2003 Th 13 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ;RFORMIN:ARTS AT WILKES UNIVERSITY Darte Board BY BRIDGET GIUNTA Beacon Staff Writer Josh Kelley Comes to ·Wilkes U. Tuesday, October 21 at 8 p.m. NU :Arts concert featuring ATTACCA (percussion trio) Darte Center for the Performing Arts Free admission and open to all. Wednesday, October 22, at 1 p.m. Performance hour will be held in Gies Hall, Darte Center for the Performing Arts , Free and open to all. Urban Legends: Business Businesses have been known to commit astounding marketing blunders, mistranslate their own advertisements, and make mistakes that lead them in a direction they did not predict. Determine for yourself whether these legends are factual or bogus. *A customer moves his million-dollar account after his bank refused to validate a 50¢ parking ticket t *Two dollar bills are considered unlucky *Alka-Seltzer dramatically increased sales by instructing consumers to use two tablets instead of one *NASA spent millions of dollars developing an astronaut pen that would work in outer space, while the Soviets solved the same problem by simply using pencils. *A clever consumer earned a lifetime of free air travel by cashing in on a Healthy Choice pudding promotion. *The three most valuable brand names on earth are Marlboro, Coca Cola, and Budweiser. *The Chevrolet Nova sold poorly in Mexico because its name translates as "doesn't go"-in Spanish. :l t 11 I- *A glue that wouldn't stay stuck resulted in the creation of Post-it Notes *KB Toys just settled a class action lawsuit which alleged that the toy chain used phony reference prices on its price stickers which gave the impression that the items were reduced in price. Fall Opening,s Earn $150-$250 wkly in Customer Service/Sales Flexible Part Time & Full Time Hours Around Class and Other Activities. Fun Team Environment Call Now! ! 287-8020 www.colle e1ncome.com The Beacon/Kristin Hake Josh Kelley performed on Thursday October 16, in the Henry Student Center Ballroom. A 22 year old from Augusta, GA has been playing since age 11. His single, "Amazing," has been climbing Billboard's 'New Artist' chart and currently stands number 8. �_1__ 4 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _...:A..:.:.R.:.:.T.::.S..:::&:...::EN~TERTAINMENT From the Cutting Room: Cold Creek Manor BY ALISON SHERRY J!.JiMEI.ISSA ;JURGENSijN B~on A&EEditor ' . '+, ' Beacon Staff Writer / This movie receives 1 flying Wand is rated R. The previews for this scary movie assure that it will deliver thrills and chills, especially with Halloween approaching. However, Cold Creek Manor is proof that you cannot judge a movie by its trailer or preview. What looks to be a scary movie turns out to be a dull ·flick without the promised suspense or scares. Finally putting an end to their hustle-andbustle lives in New York City, Gothamites Cooper Tilson (played by Dennis Quaid) and his wife, Leah (played by Sharon Stone) pack up their family and possessions· and move into an old recenfly repossessed ·mansion in the sticks of the New York state. Once a grand anrl elegant manor, the house at Cold Creek is now quite the eyesore. However, Cooper and Le;lh believe they have plenty of time to renovate and make their new house a home. All is well until a series of "terrifying" incidents at the house lead the Tilsons to wonder who used to li ve in their new home ...and to discover what dark secrets are hidden inside. Also starring in the movie are Stephen Dorff, Juliette Lewis, Christopher Plummer, and Kristen Stewart. Cold Creek Manor may be positioned as a haunted house film; however, it only will thrill you if you abandon all common sense. Too many cliches seem to clutter up the film and it becomes more of a pop-psychology thriller rather than a ghost story. No matter how long you wait for something to happen, there are no twists or turns and there is.nothing left to the imagination. The only fear in Cold Creek Manor is that the 118 minutes of monotony will never end. Senior So_cial at Black Rock .'iJghtari.d lively, the BlackEyed Peas1 atest album Elephunk pas soared to the top thanks to its number one hitsingle..in merica right now, ''Where is the Love.'' The Peas originated in Los Angeles and have since produced ree albums since 1998. They have at imes been accused of sounding too uch like "A Tribe · aQed Quest,'' but tbJs time ·out the totip has consciously expanded its horizons. Taboo. · ergi~. will.f.am,.a nd· pl.de.ap uniquely provide brilliant ar.sttc tracks that provide something for veryone. '' This CD has been on repeat in my CD layer since I got it a few "days ago. Attending their recent show at the Staircase as also proven to me that this is a sound worth repeating. It's an excellent album with tons of catchy beats and melodies. People shouldn't be misled by the bubblegum pop song ''Where is the Love" because none of the other songs on this album are similar to it. The. group settles itself into a groove when the BEP's newest member Fergie's lush girlie vocals are allowed to dominate he song ''The Boogie That Be.'' ''Let's get retarded" has been accused of being offensive to disabled people but I think that .jf'.s jus~ a pru;tysong Which is great at deliberately beingsilly. It's just a sing-along type ofrap/funk track. This album is sure to ap• peal to mainstream hip-hop audiences, with smooth beats and jazzy instrumental riffs. The songs are about dancing, romance, and having fun. They are fantastic at bringing a lot of upbeat party tunes, while nianagiqg to make them all different and in their own way enjoyable. The CD encompasses ,reggae mixed with hip h9p whichois deliv- · ered in a creative, funky way. The biggest issue I have with the reviews and critfoism over the diversity of the songs on this CD is that diversity, especial with regards to a CD, is a good thing. As music listeners, we have become way too accustomed to hearing the same pop music over and over--so much so that we can't even recognize a true artist when we bear one. It's a shame that the band is criticized for "making music just for money~ when in fact they have been makingmusic for years and are just now getting wh~t they deserve in the form of exposure. The Black Eyed Peas bring the funk and tbe fun back into hip hop, and we should be grateful for that. nnnnnnnnnnnn D D ~ caSh for ~Ot1r ~ www.musicalenergi.com D D D compact itiScS D also buying &semng: DVDS•VHS VIDEO GAMES ~ ~~~ •fl TAPES DD ~ •fl ~ iddUS/CflL ENERUI ~ Cheers! Three several seniors enjoyed the the festivities at the Senior Social last Wednesday, October 15, at the Black Rock Brewery in' Wilkes-Barre. Around 65 Wilkes stodents (all over the age of 21) attended the event that offered free food, drink, and fun, Pictured from left to right are: Tiffany Leptuck, Bandis Mooney, and Nikki Hermann. D .D D 59 north main street • wilkes-barre • 829-2929 best sel~ction bestprices I, cool /~~~~ rno~TERS O gifts D D D nnnnnnnnnnnn �OCTOBER 20, 2003 15 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Today's Recipe: Tomato Soup Dorm R9om Dining Every week you wi/Nind a new recipe thatls simple enoughto make in your dorm<room yet sciurirptious enough to satisf}( any tastebud. So g~t qut your po~f and !?an~ and start cookirig! " BYLORIGRAUSAM Beacon SJaff ffiiter Become a Lifesaver/ . Donate Plasma that Is needed for millions of people each year ... IBPI Ingredients: 112c. butter ·112 c. chopped onion l/4c.Jlour· ··· 1 c. water 6 medium tom" " teredaJl .F: , Parsley l i Ztsps. 2tsps sug l/4ts "':,: ·, . ,· ··:3;, Interstate Blood & Plasma, Inc. 41 S. Main St Wilkes Barre, PA Directions: 1. 1n a'.'pot~ CO<t .. untij tender;;t , 2. Stir in flour~ and gradually stir inf~ water. ~ .. ,· It's S.afe ,, ' 3. Add rest ofingredientsandbring toa bpil. ' 4. Cover and simmerfor:30minutes. 5. Add water-until you acpieve the proper consistency of the soup. . 1e, / •--.,.,. •.. I and Convenient Donate Todayllllll �16 SPORTS OCTOBER 20, 2003 Mitkowski Takes Aint as Colonels' Silent Assassin BY KYLA CAMPBELL Beacon Staff Writer He is referred to by some as "the silent assassin." Okay, so you won't see "S. Assassin, five-foot-ten, 204 pounds, and nothin' but muscle" listed in the weekly program. But you can guarantee that's what opponents see as they look across the line of scrimmage and into the determined eyes of the Wilkes University football team's standout freshman linebacker. Off the field, Jason Mitkowski may be more soft-spoken than most grandmothers, but on the field he brings on an impressive ferocity--an unbelievable combination of speed, agility, great tackling skills, and determination. In the football team's first six games, Mitkowski has piled up a team-high 62 tackles, including six for a loss of 22 yards, as well as two sacks, while forcing three fumbles. In the first three games of the season, as well as Saturday's game against Susquehanna, Mitkowski led Wilkes in tackling, including a standout performance against Lycoming when he !eel all tacklers with 15 stops. A grad,iate of Nanticoke Area High School, Mitkowski broke and set his alma ' mater's records for single-season ru~hing yards (2009) and career rushing yards (4495), as well as single-season (27) and career touchdowns (54). He also played in the UNI CO all-star game for local football standouts. "I wasn't in the best shape for the UNICO game," said Mitkowski. Well, he didn't play much defense, but he did lead his team with over 250 rushing yards ·and one touchdown. Wilkes University head coach Frank Sheptock chose to put Mitkowski on the defensive side of the ball and believes he has more than managed the transition from high school football to the collegiate level. "I think you have to look at Jason as filling in for someone who started for four years," said Sheptock, referring to graduate Mike DaRe. "He came in, and in just six weeks, he's established himself as one of the strongest linebackers in the league." Currently, Mitkowski is second in the Middle Atlantic Conference in tackles per game with 10.3. "It's a Jot faster than high school," Mitkowski said. "The first time I was in camp and played-blue (first string), I was amazed." He feels his athletic instinct has helped him to catch on. 'Tm starting to grasp things and learn the defense better." Football isn't the only sport that Mitkowski has found success in. Following his senior season of football, he wanted to find something to keep him in shape until football pre-season workouts. While most people would begin a lifting routine, a running program, or follow a healthy diet, Mitkowski decided to wrestle. Not only did he wrestle just one prior season in his life, but his last match was in eighth grade. This solid athlete took to the mat as a senior, posting a 37-1 record and winning the state title at 189 pounds. "I think that football kept me in shape to go out and wrestle," said Mitkowski. "In tum, wrestling helped me with balance and staying on my feet on the· football field." Sheptock began recruiting Mitkowski immediately following his senior season of football. "We were hoping he would give us consideration because he talked to colleges of all levels," said the coach. Lucky for Sheptock, Mitkowski wanted to attend college near his home of Hunlock Creek. "We were thrilled when we heard he wanted to stay close to home." Mitkowski is very pleased with his decision as well. "He's quiet, but his personality fits into the team so well," said Sheptock. "He's a very physical player--focused, committed, and finely conditioned. He plays with high intensity and has a desire to win and be successful--exactly what you want in a player." What a coach also wants in a football player is versatility, and Mitkowski proved his in Saturday's game. Fellow linebacker Steve Rogers sacked Susquehanna's quar- · terback and forced a fumble. Mitkowski picked up the loose ball and raced 62 yards for the Colonels' first touchdown of the game and his first score since the UNICO game. "He say~ to me, 'I just want to help the team win. I'll do whatever it takes,"' added Sheptock. "You want a team player. And, when it's someone who is physically gifted and willing to work as hard as him, you've got a great team player." Field Hockey Knocked Out of · Playoff Contention 3 Y STEVE KEMBLE Beacon Sports Editor The Lady Colonels field hockey team ;tarted out strong last week with two wins in a row against Marywood and Moravian . However, their hopes for making playoffs this season ended last Saturday with a loss against FDU-Florham. Wilkes played the Devils at FDU, tying tb ull out an undefeated week, but fell shQrt; the final score was 2-0. After the game, Wilkes Head Coach Todd Broxmeyer couldn't cite one clear reason his team lost the game. "The little things, the !ittle things killed us. For as well as we played n Thursday we took that many steps backward today. It's a shame." Halfway through the first period, FDU's Kristen Leonardis scored the first goal.of the game off a Kate Springmeyer assist to put FDU up 1-0; a score that would hold until halftime. In the first half, FDU had an advantage in both shots and penalty comers. It was mostly a defensive struggle in the second half until Leonardis scored her sec0nd goal of the game, unassisted, to put FDU up2-0. FDU continued to keep Wilkes off the scoreboard through the final whistle, ending the match 2-0 in favor ofFDU. The Lady Colonel's goalkeeper, Desiree Podrasky, had 11 saves on 15 shots by FDU. Lila Alfaro, FDU goalkeeper, had six saves on 10 Wilkes University shots. FDU also had a slight edge in penalty comers with 11 while Wilkes had 8. "With the various ages we have here and the new system just put in this year and stuff like that you expect to move forward a couple steps and move back a couple steps," added Broxmeyer. "Hopefully we just keep building." In their first two games of the week, the Lady Colonels were victorious and looked like a completely different team from their game on Saturday. "We dominated play a lot and against Moravian, outside of missing a lot of opportunities, that was very close to a perfect game, a lot of good decisions a lot of good things," commented Broxmeyer on the games earlier in the week. On Monday, the Lady Colonels shutout Marywood 4-0 and put up another win on Thursday beating Moravian 2-1 in an overtime game in which Erin Henry scored both goals for Wilkes. In their final four games of the season, the Lady Colonels will take on two of the top ten teams in the country. 227-47/S �17 OCTOBER 20, 2003 BV,STEVJi;KEMBLE&~:I, JJeacon Sports Editor & Asst. Jiports. Tonight.t·am go topick the Chiefs'to beat the.Raid~ atfd"" yS.-p record.'1 t:~y;f,~ to los~ng my ftrSt hup two weeks ago wben .I picked tb,~ <;:9l(s to-, win, but they were able to " achieve one .of the greatest comebacks in NFL history. However, I do think that the Raiders have a chance. Just kidding, I am only being facetious. The Raiders hav~ been playing like a lame horse thjs seasont and Ukea1ame horse, the Chiefs are go1ng to take them out back and shoot them. The Raiders have a plethora of talentedplay* erswho have not been performing well at all. The Chiefs also have a plethora of talented players ~' who have taken their team to a 6-0 recorg, the best start in club history.. The Chiefs are composed of evetyt}}ing that a gr~t team requires. Kansas City has an incredible offense, a solid defense, and the besrspecfal teaJns playerJn the league. The two superstars of the Chiefs, Priestf!?lmes and Dante Hall; could pro~ably t;,tke on the Raiders by.,themsetves;, l:Jall set an NFL record this season by returning·a kickofffot a touchdown in foui; coqsecutive games. Holn:i~. arguably the st:11nnin[ back football. wiJlrun all Qye:i; the aiders' defense,,.wfµc.l;ds lackhig.in leadership .ce,seasoned y · ill Romanowski has been delpied · ncu~sion. Theo ave going for .!U<i,p .at seof' ill in will . efs are on a rol4 le overtime viehave not slowed on. main undefeated will s ~.~ everythe heavily~~vored trave.!¢d~pak-it!:ite{rstaJl! been 0 y WILKES UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON & KINGS C011£GE & LACUWANNA (OU.EGE 829-2900 154 S~ Pennsylvania Ave•. 347-3030 1420 Mulberry St. MARYWOOD UNlvtlSllY 347-9200 1316 N. Main Ave. �SPORTS 18 OCTOBER 20, 2003 Morales Puts the Final Nail in Crusaders' Coffin Wilkes Destroys Susquehanna 59-20 BYWU,LMIDGETI Bartosic will be setting records this year when Bartosic or Trichilo would come out on top. of the most athletic plays of the season. he completes his fourth consecutive 1,000- "Honestly it wasn't about me and him," says On 2nd and 10 from the 32-yard line, yard season. Bartosic racked up 242 yards Trichilo. "I have goals, but I don't have goals No one suspected the Colonels' InquisiSusquehanna quarterback Craig Ulrich against Wilkes on 12 receptions, and he now against other players." tion ... dropped back in the pocket and tried to find a has 883 yards on the season. But the Wilkes football team smote down The Colonels gained 491 total yards on target. Just as he was passing the ball, MoThe standout receiver scored twice offense, 391 of those yards on the ground. the mighty Susquehanna Crusaders on Satrales broke through the line, tipped Ulrich's against Wilkes, giving him 50 career touch- Sophomore quarterback Duran Porrino, who urday, a team Wilkes hasn't played in more pass and intercepted it. He then returned it downs, which moves him to the number five has been filling in for the injured Matt Kaskie than four years. The Crusaders came to town 22 yards before spot for career touchdowns in all NCAA divi- for the last three weeks, threw for 100 yards armed with wide reciever being tackled in sions. and NFL-prospect Mark on 6 completions. He also threw one touchthe end zone. He shares this spot in history with future down to senior receiver Mike Walk at 12:36 in Bartosic, but the ColoThis play was the NFL Hall of Farner Jerry Rice. As a result, the second quarter. nels' defense proved to straw that broke Bartosic has also been receiving ·a lot of atbe too much for Bartosic Susquehanna tallied 513 total yards on ofthe camel's back tention from the NFL. Scouts come to ana- fense, with Bartosic gaining 242 of those and· the rest of the Cruas they say, maklyze his play at every game, and as many as yards by himself. "You can't take Bartosic saders. In a lopsided vicing the score 5317 NFL teams have been showing him inter- out of the game," said Sheptock. "But if you tory, the Colonels scored 13. est. "He's definitely legit," said sophomore take away the statistics, it was a dominant, three defensive touchSophomore Chris Oustrich, who was given the difficult dominant game on both sides of the ball." downs on the way to a linebacker Jason task of guarding Bartosic all game. "He 59-20 romp of While Wilkes gave up a lot of passing Mitkowski also earned every yard he gained." Susquehanna. yards to Susquehanna, the Colonels proved chipped in with a Trichilo is also The key player of the why they are ranked touchdown of ha'v ing a stand-out game for Wilkes was defirst in the MAC in his own. Wilkes season. The star fensive lineman Julian rushing defense. The had won the coin Wilkes running back Morales. For a lineman, Colonels limited the toss to start off rushed for 276 yards the ultimate payoff is to Crusaders to only 53 the game, but against the Crusaders score a touchdown in a yards on the ground. deferred to averaging 10.6 yards game. On Saturday, MoSusquehanna's leadSusquehanna per carry, and missing rales did just that... twice. ing rusher Jason Eck who chose to rehis own record of 301 Wilkes was winning was only able to run ceive. by 25 yards. ''I'd be the game 27-7 with 30 for 34 yards on 9 carOn 3rd and 5 The BeaconfT. Mick Jenkins very curious to see a seconds left in the first ries. on the very first better back in the half when senior Chris Julian Morales hurries the QB in one of Mitkowski again possession of Caccavale sacked many great plays during Saturday's game. country," Sheptock led the way for the the game, senior says about Trichilo. Susquehanna's Dennis Colonels with 9 tackles linebacker Steve Rogers sacked Craig Ulrich "He's a very special Robertson who fumbled the ball as he was and his 62-yard fumble who fumbled the ball. Mitkowski, only a step kid." hit. Morales, Wilkes' big d~fensive tackle, recovery for a touch- · behind Rogers, retrieved the ball much like With this latest scooped up the ball, evaded tacklers while down. The freshman Morales would later, and ran 62 yards for the win, Trichilo passed picking up a few key blocks, and took it 71 now has 62 tackles on first touchdown of the game. "The defense the 1,000-yard mark yards to the house. the season, which set the tone early," explained head coach with 1,131 total rush"I saw the goal line and my eyes lit up," ranks him second in Frank Sheptock. "They hit the big play on ing yards on the seasays Morales. "I was trying to breathe and the MAC. Linebacker the first one." Brett Tricholo breaks a tackle en route to . son. He also passed everybody jumped on me." Steve Rogers also had a 59-20 thrashing of Susquehanna. This game was also a battle between the the 3,000-yard mark Returning a fumble 71 yards for a toucha great game with 8 two best offensive players in the MAC, for his career, becoming the number two lead- tackles, two forced fumbles, one pass deflecdown is an incredible feat, especially for a Susquehanna's wide receiver Mark Bartosic ing rusher in Wilkes history. There was a lot tion, and a sack for a loss of 7 yards. Molineman. At 9:16 in the fourth quarter, Moand Wilkes' running back Brett Trichilo. of anticipation for this game to see whether rales, the hero of the day, chipped in with an rales again shocked the crowd and made one unassisted tackle as well as his two miraculous touchdowns and a pair of pass deflections. Wilkes ended the game with a touchdown from freshman running back Brian Hilling. At ny·• FREDERICK SEABROOK ;: :;;to~ ih' ~con(~rence game-!gainst'::t>~Sales ;;:· sumoski•~ te~. h~J>lazed apath back.iµto '· the 1:47 mark of the fourth quarter, Hilling Beacon Correspondtlnt .. . . . .· · . Umve"i!ty. ! . . . ·•· •· . .•. . · ,. .. . playoft: con~n\i-Op., .I'he Lady Colonels il!}Even the stiff, north October winds c:3;D't Ktis~e11J:Ialqy d1;ew.Jirstblood early i1tJhe ,,:·· pn>;yed their rec9rd to 6-7-.i aqd a 2~31;epo,:d took the handoff from the 17-yard line, raced around the left side of the line and stumbled cool the Wilkes Lady Co\one~i§6(X)~ !~ . t;;firs alf~jth~ll ~istfro.m Waldele, l:hfp;;i ':Y.,)th1n the Freeclorn ~nference. these days. < . ·•·• ...••. · · -~ ' ' the !llaJ3oJip ani:LWaldele $hqwibeJaxt '.,rhe way the W:tl~es players communi~ into the end zone, scoring the ninth Wilkes The Lady ,Colonels dornin,at€d "tbe fi~t ~ore~ twjpe oftconseputive assi$l$ ca&::c!, with one .another during the game touchdown of the day. The win against Susquehanna improves half of the game OJI. Sa!?rqay :wttJ), strong lin, . . .. . . . ... " sh~"'1s a i ~ that is unified: And.the best Wilkes' verall record to 4-2, and 3-2 in the defense and consistent'pressure; and the . . . · on • uq&;nfthe ,saqie; fa ne"J'.S ts that3cc-0rding to the coai;hes. the conference. There are four more games left in second-halfwasevenmuchmoreQfthesarne. , T~istimeit.o/~ .· d~~eret\ll}lingt~efa.vor team has yet to peak. , , the season, and the outcome of the conferWilkes senior Katie. Grehn ")o ~glin ~ho scot;e<iJen minutes intt$the sec.. 1IThis is a gQOd pr~Jude t.o n~~t week's ence is far from definite. Lycoming was exsaid, "The crazy wind couldn:;t e put out d half. ;,. I~ F1~an put the;<fi~isqing gruye'".. l'm.really please<i ~ith tbe,wayre pected to win outright, but lost an upset to !ourfire." lt is in ref~renceio 1]le •s.pre. £~ on.tbe grune_Avith an ~ist toWaltf~le are,playingt ~;rid ~umoski:, Wilkes faces ~ the new and improved Delaware Valley. Ex! game war cry of "fire" as the liuddle'up be- }Vt!h. less ~/lU a p:unute op the.~lopk to give tough game with Mtsercprdia nextwee,:lcand pect to see some crazy games in the last four fore the game. Wilkes thewin5-0. need wins in tqe last twh conference games weeks of the season, as Wilkes will continue ' On Saturday afternooil·at ialstq~ rield, seven-1saves in g<,>al while M:e- to make it into the playoffK .pi .,. • Christina ''The Magician'' W~dele•.•got her ,. J:?eSales goalkeep<;ri bad foQf With four games left and two of those be- to fight for the MAC crown. Wilkes will go on the road for third time ·second consecutive "Hat Tnck•l''scoriQ.g ing,dpust wiq ;.cpf!,t'eren,.ce gaipes tbeJ,ady this season when the Colonels face Juniata . three goals to lead th,e Lady Co}Q:n,el$ to :view 'CQlonel,§'.1Qokto k~ep tbat"firet burp,jpg.. °i. . ::<:;:: ::>• :t, .. :>!:• College on Saturday. Beacon Asst. Sports Editor Lady Cb . . as;:. goalKeeper > .· -__ C❖" . "•>\ .. , ,- . ,,. �OCTOBER 20, 2003 SPORTS 19 Colonel Clipboard Freedom Conference Standings as of l 0/ 15/03 Field Hockey Conference 0/A Manhattanville 4- 0- 0 7- 5- 0 Drew 3- 0- 0 7- 5- 0 King's 2- 1- 0 9- 6- 0 Delaware Valley 1- 2- 0 3- I0-0 Wilkes 1-3-0 7-6-0 FDU-Florharn 1- 3- 0 6- 7- 0 Scranton 0- 3- 0 5- 8- 0 Football Conference 0/A Delaware Valley 4- I- 0 5- I- 0 Lycoming 4- 1- 0 4- 1- 0 King's 4- 2- 0 5- 2- 0 Wilkes 3- 2- 0 4- 2- 0 Albright 3- 2- 0 4- 2- 0 Susquehanna 3- 2- 0 3- 3- 0 Widener 2- 2- 0 3- 3- 0 Moravian 3- 3- 0 3- 3- 0 Juniata 2- 3- 0 2- 4- 0 Lebanon Valley 1- 5- 0 1- 6FDU-Florharn 0- 6- 0 0- 6- 0 Men's Soccer Conference 0/A Drew 3- 0- 1 10- I- 2 Scranton 3- I- 0· 3- 9- 2 Lycoming 2- 2- 0 11- 3- 0 DeSales 2- 2- 0 9- 5- 0 FDU-Florharn 2- 2- 0 7- 6- 0 Wilkes I- 2- 1 5- 9- I King's 1-3-0 7-7-0 Delaware Valley 1- 3- 0 4- 9- 1 omen's Soccer Drew Scranton FDU-Florharn Lycoming Wilkes Delaware Valley DeSales King's Conference 0/A 5- 0- 0 10- 2- 2 4-0-0 14- 0- 1 4- 1- 0 8- 5- I 2- 2- 0 6-5-0 1- 3- 0 5- 7- 2 1- 3- 0 4- 7- 1 0-4-0 2-11- 1 0-4-0 2-12- 0 Athlete of the Week WQmen's Tennis Conference 0/ Drew 6-0 IO- I 5-1 11-5 Scranton 4-2 FDU-Florharn I0-2 3-3 4-5 Lycoming 2-4 Wilkes 5-5 King's 1-5 3-1 Desales · 0-6 I-IO Volleyball Julian Morales Football Conference 0/A FDU-Florharn DeSales Wilkes Delaware Valley Lycoming Scranton King's 2-2 1-3 1-3 0-4 5-0 3~1 3-2 21-8 11-13 9-12 1-9 20-5 13-IO 15-10 Julian Morales, a Junior defensive lineman, scored a pair of touchdowns to help Wilkes post a win over Susquehanna on Saturday. He picked up a fumble in the second quarter and raced 71 yards for a touchdown and followed that up by intercepting a pass and returning it 22 yards for a touchdown in the fourth quarter. Weekly Recap Numbers Of the Week 4 Number of consecutive shutout win's senior Katie Green registered for women's soccer Football ( I 0/18) Wilkes 59 Susquehanna 20 (I0/16)Wilkes2Moravian 1 (ot). (I0/18) FDU-Florharn 2 Wilkes0 Men's Soccer (10/14) Scranton 6 Wilkes 1 ( I0/18) Wilkes 2 DeSales 0 Women's Soccer ( I0/15) Wilkes 7 Marywood 0 ( I0/18) Wilkes 5 DeSales 0 Field Hockey ( I0/ 13) Wilkes 4 Marywood 0 Women's Tennis (I0/16) Moravian 8 Wilkes I Women's Volleyball (10/14) Wilkes 3 Delaware Valley 0 ( I 0/ 18) Wilkes 3 Montclair State 0 St. John Fisher 3 Wilkes 0 2 Number of game winning goals Erin Henry had for field hockey (3 goals total for the week) 1000 N u_mber of yards Brett Tricholo broke for the season during Saturday's game Donna Kowalczyk's Salon at 419 823-8966 8 Number of goals Christina Waldele scored in the women's soccer team's 4 straight wins Spring Break 2004 " ... ,P>r 419 S. River St., Wilkes Barre Appoi Drefen:ed-. .• yon tbe attention you deseive. Same . a.·-.. and evening • appomtments a .. Travel With STS Americas #1 Student Tour Operator Jamaica, Cancun, Acapulco, Bahamas, and Florida. Now hiring campus reps. Call for group discounts. Information/Reservations 1-800-648-4849 or www.ststravel.com· Hours Weds. and Fri 9-5 Sat. 8-4 Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Evenings by appointment �OCTOBER 20 20 SPORTS 2003 olleyball Still in Playoff Running Lady Colonels split tri-match at Kings Y STEVE KEMBLE eacon Sports Editor Last week the Lady Colonel voleyball team played well enough to ive themselves a chance to earn a layoff berth. But the pressure is n, because playoff dreams can nly come true if Wilkes wins two fthe remaining three games in the egular season. The Lady Colonels' week started ut with a win on Tuesday night at ome against Delaware Valley. ilkes took three games in a row rom Del Val to win the match. · Wilkes took its momentum from uesday night into the weekend hen the Lady Colonels headed nto tri-match down the road at ·ng's College. The Lady Colonels nded up with a win and a loss on aturday afternoon and see their ecord at 10-13 overall. The Lady Colonels' first match f the day was against Montclair tate (7-24). Wilkes took the match n three straight games: 30,20, 306, and 30-14. "Montclair was a weaker team; hey left it up to us if we wanted to win or lose. Thank God we actually decided to win that one," commented Scott Van Val ken burgh, Wilkes Head Coach. Amber Brennan led Wilkes with 19 digs in the match. Nichole Hahn a The Beacon/Kristin Hake led the Lady Colonels with 27 assists and Megan Riley added 8 kills and 11 digs. Alicia Vieselmeyer also contributed 8 kills and 8 digs. In their second game of the day, the Lady Colonels matched up against St. John Fisher ( 13-15). St. John Fisher swept Wilkes to take the match: 12-30, 20-30, and 27-30. Jeanine Barber and Alicia Vieselmeyer led the team in kills with 6 each. Nichole Hahn led the Lady Colonels with 15 assists and Amber Brennan led Wilkes with 14 digs. The Lady Colonels were hoping that St. John Fisher would be fatigued from a tough first game. "I was hoping to take advantage of them [St. John Fisher], because they lost in five to King's, but we just couldn't find a way to take advantage of it," said Van Valkenburgh. The Lady Colonels have three very important games remaining in the regular season and their final home game of the season against FDU could determine whether Wilkes makes the playoffs or not. Van ValkenB urgh looks optimistic that his team will pull through. "If we beat DeSales and FDU we have a playoff spot. We could have beaten almost any team we played this year. There were actually very few teams better than us. We're just a young team; we don't hate losing and that's what it comes down to." e eacon Alicia Vieselmeyer goes for a spike against DelVal on Tuesday night at the Marts Center. FRIDAY(10/24) TODAY(10/20) ook Amnesty Week @ E. S. Farley ibrary - all book fines forgiven KingGimp @ HSC Ballroom 7 PM PACCConference - thru Sunday@ ' Grantville, PA f JlookAmnestyWeek@ E. S. 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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 2003 October 20th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 October 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 https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/c2dc0c7540ed8a35728de98e96342950.pdf 517938fc9737893c656e019ce94a2c02 PDF Text Text September 29, 2003 Volume 56 Issue 4 www.wilkesbeacon.com THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE .JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Dorlll Conditions Seeking Attention _on Cainpus BY JULIE MELF · Beacon Assistant News Editor pus take advantage of what the city has to offer and how we enhance the city which we reside. These types of _!:!uestions will be contemplated in the master plan," said Byers. A rough draft of the master plan is expected to be completed within the next month. This rough draft will then be submitted to the community for input and feedback in late spring. After a completed plan is formalized, the committee will begin allocating funds and schedllling projects to make the master plan a reality. ·These plans w·ill contemplate activity for the next ten years or more. In addition to the master plan, The Maintenance and Residence Life offices say that they are working to try to remodel many of the facilities. "The administration realized that more emphasis and more money was needed to bring upgrades to facilities and dormitories. For example, this year we did major upgrades in Evans Hall. We put all new sinks and carpeting in, air conditioning and heating upgrades, along with fresh coats of paint," stated Kenneth Hanadel, Manager of Repair, Alterations, and Facilities services. Are chipped paint, stained carpeting, flooding bathrooms, and circuit overloads terms that come to mind when describing the conditions in your dorm? Unfortunately, for many Wilkes University dorms and facilities the answer is yes. With the age and extensive use of the old mansions that now make up part of Wilkes' campus, they are constantly in need of TLC from facilities. But will this always be the case? Wilkes Officials are coming together this semester to :.:reate a "Master Plan" to assess building conditions and create a solution to make the buildings more liveable. But what exactly is the master plan and when will current students begin to see the effects? Scott Byers, Vice President for Finance and Support Operations and Board of Trustees member Jim Sandman are co-chairing the Master Plan Committee. Byers helped shed some light on what the process entails. "There is a general belief that we need to expand and enhance our residential facilities on campus, but other questions exist such as: what types of classrooms do we need to meet our needs now and in the future, how can we expand our activity space, how does our cam- Resident Assistant of Collins Hall, Matthew Rosato has begun to notice the changes in efficiency when maintenance handles a problem. "Obviously the residence halls aren't perfect, but they are definitely getting better. In my hall, for example, we realized our shower was leaking to the floor beneath so I called the problem in and literally the next day they came to patch it up and the day after that they permanently fixed it. I am very impressed and pleased at how maintenance is really stepping up," stated Rosato. Not only is there a demand to · repair the exisiting dorms, but the Dorms Continued on page 2 The Beacon/Ryan Klemish Resident, Christopher Kudrak, of Delaware Hall shows his Resident Assistant Albert Sidhom an unsightly hole in the wall Wilkes Offers Unique Assistance to Middle East Women BY MEAGAN BROWN Beacon Correspondent The University was introduced to "Beauty "'ithout Borders" through Board of Trustees member, Esther B. Dividowicz. Dividowicz traveled to Geneva for a peace conference and heard Patricia O'Connor speak on the topic. After asking what she could do, Mrs. Dividowicz offered the University's services to help make training videos for these women. Dr. Anne Heineman-Batory, Professor of In recent years the news seems to be the same: suicide bombings, death, destruction, and chaos. Life in the Middle East has been a struggle for all, including women, whose rights have been suppressed for years. However with the hold that once gripped the women of the Middle East appearing to be · loosening, some Wilkes community members have seized the opportunity to encourage Women's Video Continued on page 4 these women to embrace free' dom. .-----------------------. . Courtesy of Elise Hiley Homecoming Court, 2003 The 2003 Homecoming Court are: First Row left to rlght;T. Mic!< Jenkins, Ellise Hiley, Lindsay Fries, and Ryan Laµbach Second Row: Kristopher Fayock, Jennifer Hopkins, Katie Gianfagna, Selena Bednarz, Sarah Bogusko, and Brandon Clark. Third Row: Eric Luther,,Wichltah Leng. The candidates were nominated by their fellow classmates, and the king and qu~en will be announc~.at the football game on Saturday In conjunction with "Beauty without Borders", Wilkes is making videotapes that train women in the Middle East how to run their own businesses, in particular, their own beauty salon. This is after a few brave women opened their own underground beauty shops, which was not allow due to the Taliban regime. Index: New~ ........... ~~ ............................... 1-5 Editorial .................................... 6-8 Features ..................................9-11 · Arts & Entertainment. .......... 12-15 Sports ............ .- ....................... 16-20 Calendar..................................... 20 ,, �2 SEPTEMBER 29 2003 NEWS The ceiling in Delaware Hall needs major repairs as shown Below and Left. University officials insist that the "Master Plan" will fix deteriorating dorm woes. The Beacon/Ryan Klemish Delaware Hall, pictured above, is one of the student dorms on campus which are demanding maintenance. The pictured water stains are rather unattractive in the aging building. Dorms Continued from page 2 high demand for more housing has sparked recent rumors that another buliding, similar to Evans may be built on campus. "It is a possibility, while there are no formal plans right now, we have looked at having a residence hall the size of Evans built. The debate will be whether it should look exactly like Evans or it include kitchens so it's more apartment-style, or some other version of a suite styled living space that could be imagined," explained Gretchen Yeninas, Director of Residence Life. will Facilities services remind students and faculty that, if they have a problem with their dormitories or another building on campus, they can call 408-2FIX or email 2FIX@wilkes.edu and maintenance will respond as quickly as possible. WE GAINED WEIGHT You've Got News Seen our Scholarship Channel lately? We've added over 250,000 lmmd new schola1"8hips and revamped our entire site to give you more accurate search result&! Get The Beacon in your lnbox Reghll'er now on our website and ,-utomatically receive an Email Edition of the paper with every new issue. Headline New. • College Sports • ,campus Calendar Check Out Beaeon•s Scholarship Channel at: Local Weather• Daily Horoeco~ www.wllkesbeacon.com/seholarshlps It'• :Che ~•t way to stay informed... and ifs free-. . www.wilkesbeacon.com powered by: �NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL 3 Resistance strikes at heart of A01erica~ '' green zone'' CHARLES J. HANLEY AP Special Correspondent ,;e. TheiSchwarzep¢gg~(c Davis\challe1l;Se w .emq~t c!Ji frontationthe goVel'n,;0r •.• made4urin~t the campaign leadi,ng up tQ the Oct. 7 elec lQO.,fo remove J\un from office; and came i' , Schwarzen,t}gger\y~n the backing s>f anoth~~.cons,ervativeRepoblican polit~ctan. In the election; a tw9-parfbalfotfii;s\ wil1]1$k v9ters whether Davis ~hould be removedfrom office, and then will ask them to chose from among 135 caridida~ vying to replace him if heis. The recall effortbas .been fueled by widespread discontent over Californi.a's energy cri~s and a $38 billjon state budget deficit as Four HS footballplayers suspended in alleged assault of teammate 4 . ,. -,@ A high school c,piarieibacktsaid his'}aw was broken. '3/hen several teammates assaulted him beca11se of a popf performance during a Jupiot varshy game1 a cui.itn poijce and prosecutors were inv~tig?,ti.Qg .•, ., ., ,, ' " ,,-ti · • Four members of the Lake-Lehman High" School football team were kicked off the squad and suspended from school for their alleged roles in the assault. School Board ' member Jim Mahon said. "'·· . ' ""' Luz;rrie County Distrl~tA.ttorney David I., detective ·st inthepolice·.inyestig~tfoµ,;· 'Adam arris, a is~year,,old sopb . pr; q bruised sh,Qt;!lder and elbow. in Jh,p fl.$Sll 'aw was wired shut,,duringJ1.surgen:.Jhpr,,.~ achair ., •· . Harris said be was ~ to. an ointment used to alleviate m~Ji p · gymriasiuiti when it got sipi;kana Harris said he believedhe in a game on Monda Harris and his. him in the locker room w and would ge prosecµted •· Musil An:. emissary·to the.fonnerJ1ead ot;tn,e: speak in Philadelphia thou~nq attend<le$1 lmam~l Abdu Uh plan . . ... American,mqsg~e.,Jead rela . .. .· eiuno!!ques and c6 . . ties. He is the .natiog¢ emiss ·•· o-ba · who re<;entl resigµed as head of'theAmeri. ·.· ....· . of An independent gto'up organized the p suppqrte9-·by locat•ima~;'~i.d Eafl'A,99,~Iw \f: .. + "A'signiftcant number ofjrpams haverej be inter Islamic way of progri;ss,'' he told The ;Philadelphia Inquirer in Friday editio have more interest in havi:l1g their peoijle obey them arid not ~'.e.rrj,eaders;'' The emis,Sary said be believed that "spiritand morale is do\Yfi '' ev.en i three American Society of Muslim,Smosgµes. cci •. The talk, titled ''The Cultui;e of Islam is Peace and . Pros · etit ;" i~ sch p.m. Friday in West Philadelphia. I Miami Beach man (;barged with Jte~li~g $5~5 m.illion from e~w the former owner o:f a'title agency was charged with steali.ng more than $5.5 million from property escrow accounts,. using the money to buy yachts, a Venetian Way home and seven luxury automobiles wlµle eight families lost their homes,, officials said Friday. James Georges Mourra, 40. of Miami Beach, was charged Thursday with theft from escrow, a first-de~ felony punishable by up to 3() years in prison.He was being held in the Mi'ami-Dade County .fail on a $1 million bond. Attorney information for Mourra was not immediately available. Investigators said Mourra diverted the money frPII! escrow accounts held by his company, Equitable Title Insurance Services, lnc",.Jroin April 2002 to May 2003. The title company has since folded. The accounts belonged t611ome bttyers, homeowners, lenders and Attoi:ney's Title Insurance Fund, .Inc. As aresult,,at least eight families lost their homes becapse title insurance wasn't issued and the deals fell through, according to the Department of Financial Services' Division of Insurance Fraud. L.'.:::======================================================..l Guerrillas struck a glancing but bold blow t the heart of the U.S. occupation Saturday, Iring three rockets or grenades at a Baghdad otel filled with American soldiers and ciilians. To the west, in flashpoint Fallujah, .S. troops killed at least two Iraqi civilians. U.S. troops also unearthed one of their iggest weapons caches to date near the viiage ofUja, Saddam Hussein's birthplace near ikrit. The U.S. military said the Fallujah vicims had tried to run a checkpoint, but later ltered that to say the Iraqis had fired on merican soldiers. Wounded survivors said he Ame~ican fire was unprovoked and came rom troops lying in ambush. They said four aqis were killed--including two ·women-he latest in a string of dozens shot by U.S. oops in the Euphrates River town. The U.S. administration would like to ave thousands of additional non-American oops to help relieve the Iraq security buren on the U.S. Army. "All nations of goodwill should do their art as well," U.S. President George W. Bush aid in a U.S. radio address Saturday. But many nations have rejected the apal for peacekeeping troops. Appearing with ush at the Camp David retreat Saturday, ussian President Vladimir Putin declined to ledge any postwar help for Iraq. The raid on the farm near Uja was the secnd in as many days. On a tip, troops dug ear a riverbank to find 1,000 pounds (45Q_ ilograms) of explosi.,,es used to make the omemade bombs that have killed numerous merican soldiers. The cache also turned up 23 Russian-made urface-to-air missiles; four rocket-propelled renade launchers and 115 rockets; a mortar nd 40 mortar rounds; 1,300 blasting caps nd 423 hand grenades. The attack on the al-Rashid Hotel, once ne of Baghdad's best, now home to U.S. ilitary officers and civilian occupation of1cials, came at about 6:30 a·.m., when somene fired three or four projectiles, apparently rom a nearby residential area, U.S. militfil)_' pokesmen said. Rounds struck the 14th floor and caused uperficial damage, said Charles ·Heatley, pokesman for the occupation office, the oalition Provisional Authority. Another ound struck a one-story home near the hoe!, leaving a sizable hole. No injuries were eported. "It did wake us up wi_th a bang," Heatley aid. But "we are not unduly concerned about his." It was, nonetheless, the most daring nown attack by resistance fighters on the o"-called "green zone," a heavily guarded ea of closed-off streets in central Baghdad here U.S. occupation authorities live and ork. The modern, 70-meter-tall (200-foot-tall) otel stands hundreds of meters (yards) from igh, earth-filled barriers ringing that section of the zone, site also of the coalition press office at the Baghdad Convention Center and of the headquarters of the U.S.-appointed Iraqi Governing Council. A spokesman, Lt. Col. George Krivo, said the U.S. military had not immediately determined the nature of the projectiles. Residents of the Sal hi ya neighborhood west of the complex said a rocket launcher was fired from the middle of the street and was left behind as the attackers fled. Heatley said he was not aware of any arrests. At the eastern edge of Fallujah, 30 kilometers (30 miles) west of Baghdad, U.S. soldiers manning a position on the eastbound · side of the main highway to the capital opened fire on a motorbike and then a following pickup truck headed west into Fallujah, survivors said. Haidar Jamil, 17, w~>Unded in the left leg and back, told The Associated J;>ress from his hospital bed that his father, mother and grandmother were killed in the pickup. A fourth person, a man on the motorbike, also was killed, said Capt. Taha al-Falahi, security chief of the Fallujah General Hospital. He said at least five other people were wounded, including a child. Military spokesman Krivo said his reports were that two were killed and four wounded. An initial'teportfrom the U.S. military in Baghdad said soldiers fired on a vehicle that ran a checkpoint. Krivo later amended that to say, "There was a van involved. There were shots fired from the y_an on the traffic control point, and the coalition soldiers returned fire." Iraqi witnesses said no Iraqis fired on the Americans and there was no checkpoint. "We were in the pickup truck and close to Fallujah. The Americans were on the other side of the road and as we approached and almost passed them, they fired on us," said Taha Yassin, 29, who was wounded in the arm. "There will be an investigation," Krivo saig. -' Since spbrtly after the defeat of Saddam's g·overnment, Fallujah, a stronghold of Saddam's Baathist party, has been the scene of bloody encounters between American troops and townspeople. In late April, U.S. soldiers fired on antiAmerican protesters in two incidents, killing 18 and wounding 78. On Sept. 12, division soldiers killed eight Iraqi policemen and a Jordanian hospital guard as the police chased a bandit's car. In another incident Saturday in Fallujah, a IO-kilogram (22-pound) bomb was found planted between the wall of the mayor's office and an adjacent house. Iraqi civil defense forces were summoned to disarm it The al-Rashid attack came five days after a car bomb outside Baghdad's U.N. complex killed a suicide bomber and a policeman, and two days after a bomb at a Baghdad hoteJ. housing NBC television stii.ff killed a guard. Heatley said, however, he saw no intensifi<:ation of attacks �4 NEWS Empty Hopes for Empty Lot . SEPTEMBER 29 2003 . ~w~~q spaces largely go unused BY DANA BARRACK Beacon Correspondant With the number of students, faculty and staff who u,t;e vehicles to get to campus, a perennial issue at Wilkes is parking availability--or the lack thereof. Currently, every oncampus parking spot is spoken for, and the Ralston Field lot, Wilkes University's largest parking lot located off-campus in Edwardsville, also ran out of spaces soon after those spaces became available at the beginning of the semester. Because of the filled lots, there are only two options left for any student, faculty or staff member who failed to claim a Ralston parking permit early enough. The options include: metered parking on the streets of Wilkes-Barre, a choice that presents a cluster of problems itself, or the other possibility of which many Wilkes students are unaware. Wilkes University is currently leasing another parking lot located on the Edwardsville/Kingston side of the Market Street Bridge. In a project initiated by Scott Byers, Vice President of Finance and Support Operations, University officials hope to help alleviate some of the parking pains felt by the students by offering one more alternative. According to Chris Bailey, Director of Public Safety at Wilkes, Wilkes is leasing the lot because of the "perceived lack of parking on campus." Wilkes University officials acknowledged that fact that parking on or off campus is extremely limited and they are attempting to make things right by providing this lot with approximately 100 new spaces. However, the problem that has arisen with the new lot was an unexpected one: to this point, despite complaints among Wilkes community members about the dearth of avail- able parking, very few are taking advantage of the newly available spaces. Bailey said that the University is leasing the lot on a month by month basis and is spending roughly $3,000 per month for rights to the lot. Bailey noted that the lot is turn- . ing out to be a waste of University money because almost no one is taking advantage of the parking lot. Thus, as Bailey suggests, perhaps a "problem" with parking on campus is less of an issue than some suggest. "Everyone who wants a parking spot has one, and the perceived lack of parking doesn't exist." But many Wilkes University students argue that such a theory is unsound. In fact, the majority of Wilkes students agree that finding parking is still a pain. Jennifer Ramil, a resident biology student at Wilkes, knew the lot existed, but said that she was unaware of bow to obtain a parkThe newly leased university lot,located on the Edwardsville/Kingston side of the ing pass for the new parking lot. Market Street Bridge, is not being used to its full potential, reguardless of student According to Jennifer Palmaioli and complaints that there is "nowhere to park." Sean Eicher, both commuting freshmen students at Wilkes, the lot is too far away from campus. Eicher said it is "inconvenient to arrive extra early in order to make it to class on time." He was referring t6 that reaches beyond the issue of convenience. widely distributed or easily overlooked. the extra time required to wait and catch "I don't feel like my car is safe that far away The lot is located just over the Market the Wilkes University shuttle. Interest- from campus," she said. The new lot Wilkes is Street Bridge on the right hand side and is ingly, the newly leased lot is several blocks leasing does have limited lighting, and students on the Wilkes University shuttle route. Some closer to campus than the Ralston Field have noted that the bridge and surrounding students might even find the location a more parking lot, though some students certainly buildings along the waterfront are regularly reasonable walk to and from campus than shun the idea of also parking at R~lston damaged or "tagged." other alternatives on the far ends of South for the same reason. , However, while some students have personal Franklin, River, and Main Streets. Palmaioli- added that it was an even reasons why they choose not to take advantage For those students interested in parking larger inconvenience if you happen to be of the parking spaces made available by this · in the new lot, passes can be obtained at the running late. new lot, most students attribute its lack of use Public Safety Office on the first floor of But Ashley Dally, an elementary edu- to simple ignorance. After Wilkes acquired the Bedford Hall for $10 per semester. cation major at Wilkes, raised a concern lot, the public notices were apparently not sity studio and translated into Farsi, one of the languages of Afghanistan, by a transContinued from page 1 lator from Washington D.C. According to Kinney the translation Business Administration, Ruth Hughes, Di- was the hardest part of the process due to rector of the Small Business Development the language barrier between the translaCenter, Dr. Mark Stine, Visiting Assistant tors and those who worked on the video. Professor of Communication Studies, Dr. As he pointed out, what the translators Maryann Rexer, Associate Professor of Ac- could have been saying could have been counting, Carl Bridigo Director and Chief totally different from what was scripted, Engineer of the Shelburne St~dio, and Dr. due to the translation differences. "That Bradford Kinney Professor of Communica- was the most tedious part of the project," tion Studies, wrote scripts and produced vid- said Kinney. eos on the business aspects of opening a After the success of the first project, beauty salon. Thanks to help from L'Oreal, The Women's Council for Peace and the Mac Cosmetics, and Vogue, the training in United Nations asked for a curriculum to the beauty skills was already taken care of. be designed for business school of the UniHughes, who said she just "wanted to help versity of Kabul. Once again scripts for these women" , wrote the script for the Busi- the Business, Marketing and Accounting ness portion. Batory who sliid the program portions were drafted by university faculty was an example of'truly touching the future" and were taped in the Wilkes studio this wrote the Marketing script, while Rexer cre- month. After the scripts were sent to the ated the Accounting portion. The scripts were Embassy in Washington D.C., they were videotaped in August in the Wilkes Univer- . sent to Kabul for their first use. Women's Video 2 i h I p n ir rr. ti1 w e\ The Beacon/Kristin Hake Carl Bridigo, Director and Chief Engineer of the Shelburne Studio, and Dr._ ~ark Stine, Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication Studies view one of the training videos to be sent to the Middle East ca is an �SEPTEMBER 29, 2003 NEWS 5 Shuttle Bus Service Adjusts to Maintenance Needs BY KEVIN FITZSIMMONS Beacon Layout Artist Over the weekend of September 12, 2003, Wilkes University's shuttle service hit a bump in the road. One of the two shuttles the niversity uses to transport students around campus had to be taken off the road after mechanical problems arose. A University van was used as a substitute vehicle so that students still had the convenience of the shuttle service while the faulty vehicle was being fixed. Interestingly, the same thing happened last week. One of the shuttle buses again broke down, this time because of an alternator that had gone bad. Again, as was the case earlier in the month, the Wilkes University van was called into service to deal with rider overflow from the existing shuttle. The recent spate of mechanical issues with the shuttle buses has • sparked many questions and rumors about their overall condition and longevity. It is not uncommon for the ., shuttles to run six or seven days a of the University." week, and although they are main"These are V l 0 engines, tained every six weeks, they are so generally you can get putting on city miles that consist of more mileage out of these short-distance stop and go driving, than you can out of a typical which can take a toll of any vehicle. - vehicle someone would "The shuttles are getting a little drive," said Malkemes. bit of age on them," admitted Mike The shuttles also passed Malkemes, Manager of Public and a state inspection and were ,Campus Safety. "They are starting thoroughly cleaned before to show some wear and tear." Not the start of the fall semester. surprising since the vehicles have The University has two been around since 1998. However, shuttles under lease, which the shuttles aren't ready to be put expires next month . Don't out to pasture just yet. expect the shuttles to go very The Beacon/Ryan Klemish Jim Pyrah, who has been a far though; they will be kept The Wilkes University shuttles may be replaced next year after officials shuttle driver at Wilkes for five around as the University bebegin to explore.other transportation options. years, said the shuttles "are push- gins to explore other options ing one hundred thousand miles" for campus transportation. AlThe shuttles run Monday perform in a good.safe manner. "We but adds th'at he has no trouble han- though, buying the leased shuttles through Friday, departing every fifdon't take any chances with them dling them. In fact, Pyrah joked the has not been ruled out, the Univerteen minutes from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., as far as safety issues are conshuttle "handles better than my sity is currently looking for new and running on demand before and cerned," Malkemessaid. However, truck." vehicles to replace the current after those hours starting at 7 a.m. Malkemes would like to see new "In my personal opinion," Patrol shuttles. _If new shuttles are purand concluding at 10 p.m. The shuttles around-campus as soon as Operations Manager Jerry Rebo chased, one or both of the old shuttles end at 6 p.m. Friday, and next year, possibly with some added said, "they're in fairly good shape, shuttles may be kept around as a features. "One of the issues we are run Sunday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. cleanliness and maintenance-wise. back up. taking into consideration is to make "T~e University is very lucky to They probably will have to be The current shuttles will be used it handicap accessible," Malkemes have the drivers they have--very changed down the road, but right for the remainder of this school loyal, courteous, good drivers," added. now they are serving the purposes year, as long as they continue to Rebo concluded. Students Choose Co0101unity Service over Ho01ec0Ining BY JESS NEIMEIC Beacon Staff Writer two diabetes. For this event, participants will be going to Harvey's Lake at 10am. Those that take part will walk the approximate eight and walking in any event sponsoring a worthy cause." The students that are involved are currently looking for others to sponsor them. There was a letter With Homecoming just around the comer, most Wilkes students are planning for their weekend to include the dinner dance, football game, welcoming alumni back to campus and celebrating school spirit-most, but not all. Some members of the Community Service dorm will be celebrating something a bit different--life. On October 4, senior Cindy Stavisky, freshman Heather Werner; and transfer studint Chris Govey will be donating their time to a good cause. They will be participating in the Light the Night walk, to be held at Kirby Park starting at 7pm. This walk is being Many Wilkes students will take part in the American Walk for Diabetes on hosted by the National October 5, 2003 Leukemia and Lymphoma Association, and is designed to a half miles around the entire cir- distributed to all the offices on campus to help spread the word, ultiraise awareness of these diseases cumference of the lake. mately to help them reach their goal in hopes to eventually lead to treatCindy Stavi sky, RA of the Comments and a cure for the illnesses. munity Service house::, enjoys par- of donating $250 per walk. ·Gail Minichiello, coordinator of But the group will also be par- taking in community charity events ticipating in another waik next and does not mind giving up part the Community Servfoe office at Wilkes University, encourages stuweekend. The second charity of her Homecomming weekend. dents to take part in these kinds of event, on October 5, is the Ameri"Whenever I see a charity walk, can Walk for Diabetes. This walk I try to sign up," said Stavisky, a community outreach service is designed to aid in the education senior psychology, elementary and projects. Through the community and research of type one and type special education major. "I enjoy service office students are encouraged to participate in as many of the walks that might catch their eye. "Anyone with any interest at all, whether they've been affected personally through a friend or family member with a certain diseases or otherwise are more than welcome to see us," said Minichiello. Minichiello is glad to see ; that these three Wilkes students are giving some time out of this fun-filled weekend to help the community. "They are all ·part of the Commurrity Service office here on campus, .but if they are interested in a worthy cause, they are encouraged to do these things on their own as well," said . . .~ The Leukemia& Minichiello. --~ Lymphoma Society More often than not, these walks are held in the fall and Light the Night Walk will take place on spring while the weather is October 4, 2003 at 7:00 P.M. at Kirby nice enough to actually war- Park. rant being outside. In fact, Those that are interested in sponthere are so many to squeeze into soring the students and worthy these months that many Saturdays cause can reach Cindy Stavisky at there are numerous walks going on staviscm@wilkes.edu. Donations simultaneously. can be made through the office of Anyone interested in finding Community Service, which is loout more about these walks can cated on the second floor of the contact Gail Minichiello at 408Henry Student Center. 5905 or service@wilkes.edu M �EDITORIAL 6 SEPTEMBER 29, 2003 Beacon Editorial: George W. Bush: The Pro.digal Son Gets His Son: Dad, can I have $87 billion to spend on a little war? Dad: Well, Junior, you went off on your own and did what you did without my permission. What am I supposed to do? So the Prodigal Son, George W. Bush, has come back ht>me ... only this time the welcoming arms of Papa (in this case, the United Na.tions) have been more hesitant to embrace the rebel. The speech Bush offered the United Nations (UN) Security Council did not seem to go over as· he had probably hoped. It was inevitable--you know, the fact that the President would find himself in a · jam and have to look back to the global community he had shunned for support. Before, the fearless leader felt if no one was there to help him, he would do it himself. Let's rewind. Earlier this ye~, George W. Bush went against all U.N. policy and decided a war against Iraq would be justifiable and by all means necessary. Whether we agree or disagree, this war continues to cost us. With the totals of American casualties serving in the hostile and unstable country of Iraq rising, coupled with a total of $87 billion needed for the war including $20 billion promised for reconstruction, this conflict is not only to our country but also the popularity of George W. Bush. Not only is the rest of the world upset with the Annan als·o added that these brash mentality and reckless abandon that is the Texas Tornado but practices of initiating war in this the once unified and partisan gov- manner could ultimately, "result in ernment is now dealing . with a proliferation of the unilateral and . lawless use of force, with or withdescension in the ranks. Nevermind the fact that the U.N. out credible justification." The barrage of second guessing Secretary General Kofi Annan imthe President's hastiness has now plicitly admonished the President of come from home. In addition to the United States in front of the other democrats the most heated Council saying that his "logic rep- · and vitriolic words came from resents a fundamental challenge to Senator Ted Kennedy who has pubthe principles on which , however licly called the war in Iraq a fraud imperfectly, world peace and staand also "made up in Texas." How come it has taken this long to realize that our efforts and involvement in Iraq were necessary or even successful in the end ... or whatever stage our President calls it. It seems the whole system set up by the Bush administration has failed us.While the war in Iraq promised a more stable global community and domestic Iraq, it has undermined the world and created chaos within Iraq . ' In a"Baghdad poll, 94% of Iraqi residents believed the country was a more dangerous place since the invasion. Add to that an economy int.he U.S. that is slowly depleting with gas prices in which no one is sure who or how they're being controlled and yet we Americans have bility have rested for the last five years". to pay to rebuild Iraq? Oh, and how we will pay. Forget about reconstruction, because come October, the effort for training the Iraqi Army will begin to ultimately set up a police force within the coun- wrath. of nature was not so kind to neighboring states as hundreds upon hundreds of innocent American citizens were left soaking wet and without power. It was as if God himself commanded the unholy airborne maelstrom to descend upon the wicked and unrighteous in an attempt to prevent them from · watching anymore of the California gubernatorial debacle on television. Now since natural disasters are listed under uncontrollable acts of nature, does that make it right for the US Government to place restrictions on building houses or business in hurricane-prone areas? No. Without a doubt, non-debatable, your-opinion-doesn't-matter. Anyone who says "yes" is an idiot and should be slapped. Choosing to live in an area that could be struck by a hurricane is your own business. ·Just like no one can be held responsible if you're stupid enough to build a house in an area called "Tornado Alley" or "Soon To Be Decimated By a Cataclysmic Earthquake Canyon" and said house in soon annihilated. It's your own damned fault and in no way is it the government's responsibility to say, "Youcan'tdothat." This country was founded on the principle that its citizens can do as they please (basically) and if they choose to build their homes where they're likely to be savaged by Mother Nature, then it's their constitutionally protected right. try. History does not smile too brightly on the U.S. when it comes to training troops especially looking back at South American guerilla groups as well as the worst backfiring Cold War effort which helped cultivate Afganistani guerilla warrior and terrorist Osama Bin Ladin and the Al Queda network. Still, in all the turmoil our President has found himself in, his bullish demeanor and rhetoric has not ceased. As Tom Daschle, Senate Minority Leader put it, Bush "lost opportunity to make his case for more international, troops and resources." Americans are no longer safe. Living in our current situation of heightened security and a world re- an lationship that is fragile to say the least; what we really cannot afford to do is condone the brashness and "do it on our own" mentality endorsed by President Bush. By not meeting the proposed goals for the war in Iraq the stability of the U.S.and its relation with the global community have been threatened and now our country is less protected. The world is closing in on us. Time is running out for the U.S. and our Prodigal Son to redeem himself and our country. Unless efforts to ease tensions be.t ween nations, the democratic and republican parties,as well as angry citizens abroad, the future of the Prodigal Son may be in jeopardy... and the same for our country. B THE · ,ACON. ·. B: V. . Staff Managing Editor: .......· .. ::"·.. ·· ........... Gabe LeDonne Asst:Managmg • Editor:................... . Raphae l Cooper ·· · · · ·· Business Manager: ........... ;............... Davjd J. Grass(? Business Manager: .................. Amanda Martucci News Editor: ..... ,......... ::• .. ······· .. ···•···· Gabrielle Lam_b Featt1re~ Editor: ... ~···.t··;···• ............ .... Lindsey Wotanis ArtsfE nterta· .. t Ed't · MeIissa Jurgensen . mmen I or:............ ·· -. ()pinion/Editol,"ial Editor: .... :........... Ginger Eslick Spo~ts Editor:.,.:,·•·,·:.. :,; ........ ~ .......... Stephen Kembl.e Photo Editor:.~ .................................. Kristin Hake · · · Layout Artists: .................................. Jennifer Marks · Kerri Parrinello · Kevin Fitzsimmons Asst. Joe DeAngelis Asst.·News Editor: .......................... ::Julie Melf Editor: ................. :'. ... Elvira Illiano A&E Editor: .......................,:;'~.. Monica Cardenas ~ . Jeff Geller Asst. Op/Ed Editor: .......................... Sabrina McLaughlin Asst. Sports Editors:......................... Will Midgett Asst. Photo Editor: .................... ,....... T. Mick Jenkins Web Manager: ........·...... :.... :.............. Don Shappelle Faculty Advisor:.:~., .... '. ........... ;......... Dr~ Andrea Frantz Asst:Features -N--•.-c-e-Tr--y-,-1-s_a_b_e_ll-e---------------iAsst. BY MATTHEW JONES Beacon Columnists I'm happy to see that everyone survived the hurricane that ravaged our quiet hamlet late last week. I know what a serious inconvenience it must have been to turn on your windshield wipers. Yet somehow we made it. Unfortunately, this Biblical .Box.111,·Wilkes versity · 192.South Franklin St. WilJ,ces-Barre, PA 18766 (5J0} 408-5903 .,E-mail: wilkesbeacon@hotmaii.com "., .,. Background * Established in 1944 . * ¥ember of the Pennsylvania NewspapepA.ssociation * Printed on Mondays~ with the exception of holidays * 1,500 papers distributed weekl �EDITORIAL SEPTEMBER 29, 2003 7 Global_Warming:" Questioning The Cause . BY DR. SID HALSOR Wilkes Professor of Geology Global climate change is one of the most contentious environmental topics debated by scientists, policy makers and the general public. The scientific debate is less about whether the climate is warming; rather, it's more about the driving force behind the change. Is warming of the climate the result of natural forces or human activity? First of all, dramatic swings in climate have occurred repeatedly over earth's long history. Climate has been both much colder and much warmer than it is today. An increasing body of geologic evidence indicates that nearly one billion years ago the earth was like a giant snowball, sheathed in a worldwide layer of ice. Just 20,000 years ago, large ice sheets expanded over northern regions of Asia, Europe and North America, including northeastern Pennsylvania. The retreat of these ice sheets coincided . with a period of climate wanning that began about 12,000 years ago and continues to this day. . In fact, based on several pulses of colder climate and glacial advance that occurred over the last two million years, we are now near a time of maximum warmth and poised to begin a slow decline into the next glacial age. Even our present period of warm climate pales in comparison to warming periods in the geologic past. Fifty million years ago, global temperatures were so high that there were no large ice sheets at all (imagine an ice-free Antarctica!). Importantly, dramatic climate swings only require a few degrees change in global-average temperature and moderate climate change requires even less. Over the 20th century the increase in global-average surface temperature has been 0.6 degrees Celsius (a little over one degree Fahrenheit) with much of the increase occurring over the last few decades. The 1990s was the warmest decade since measurements began in 1861 and the years 1997 and 1998 were the hottest years ever. The observed affects of a warmer climate are widespread: rapid retreat of mountain glaciers, reduction in the volume of sea ice, thinning of certain ice sheets and a rise in sea level. If the climate warms as much as 3.3°C by the end of this century-the midpoint in the range of estimates by the Intergovernmental Panel for Climate Change (established by the World Meteorological Organization and the United Nations Environmental to assess scientific, technical and socio-economic information relevant to climate change) all the mountain glaciers would disappear and sea level would rise several feet. A seal level rise of this magnitude would cause billions of dollars in damage because there are many major cities built close to sea level, or even below it. The "million dollar" ql.\_estion becomes: is the cur:rent warming trend due to natural forces or is warming occurring in response to increased carbon dioxide in our at- mosphere ("Greenhouse Effect'') brought on by the burning of fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas)? Sorting this out involv,es certainties and uncertainties. Scientists know that the amount of carbon dioxide is increasing and the rate of increase has risen sharply since the Industrial Revolution. Another certainty is that carbon dioxide functions as a greenhouse gas in the atmosphere, causing it to become warmer. But because of the complex interactions between earth's atmosphere, oceans and continents, there is less certainty in whether high l.evels of atmospheric carbon dioxide cause global warming. However, I concur with the prevailing belief among earth scientists that the buming_of fossil fuels is changing our climate because the rate of increasing carbon dioxide and global-average surface temperature exceeds the estimated rate for past natural climatic changes. Global climate, like other largescale natural processes, changes over a range of time scales, from millions of years to thousands or even hundreds of years. The dramatic warm-up 50 million years ago occurred gradually over tens of thousands of years, as did the inception of the most recent ice age. Although there is evidence of past climate change on smaller time scales, there is currently no evidence that past climate has changed as rapidly as it is changing now . One key source of information for understanding the rate of past climatic change comes from cores of ice extracted from ice sheets atop Antarctica and Greenland. Ice in these cores contains tiny bubbles of trapped air going back more than 160,000 years-far longer than any historical climate records. Analysis of these entrapped air samples show patterns of increasing and decreasing amounts of carbon dioxide, reflecting warmer and colder climates. Perhaps what the analysis doesn't show is the most revealing. Nowhere in the ice core record does the rate of change approach the rapid rate of increasing atmospheric carbon dioxide measured over the last century. This implies something unusual is happening and I believe it points to another influence on climate, us. Capturing Our Enemies Will They Ever Be Brought To Justice? --------- BY SABRINA McLAUGHLIN Beacon Asst. Op-Ed Editor It can be said that all of us have a basic desire to see justice done when a person commits a heinous act. The concept of justice can be called by other names: satisfaction or even vengeance (there is a thin line between the two). Whatever you want to call it, most of us seem to have this moral need--whether we are conscious of it or not--to see those who commit unspeakable acts of cruelty be punished. If those who commit terrible crimes go unpunished, it seems that we collectively experience frustration and a lack of closure. When we have a truly cataclysmic disaster occur--through war or terrorism or other means that has an effect at a natiorral or global where many high-ranking Nazi war criminals were tried and convicted. But Hitler himself, the one man whose twisted power allowed this epoch tragedy to occur, escaped justice by painlessly taking his own life by ingesting poison before he could be captured by the Allied Forces. Many other notorious Nazis were apprehended, but managed to commit suicide before they could be tried or executed. It seems that the arch-villains of our history always manage to escape atonement for . their crimes - at least in this world. I am not optimistic that we will ever have the satisfaction of seeing BinLaden brought to justice. The more time that passes, the greater the odds against ever finding him. Our government hasn't given up on finding Bin-Laden and hunting down other terrorist leaders, but it seems that The Beacon/Ariel Cohen doing so was made less of a priority when the administration decided to change focus and concentrate With our new food service provider creating a safety hazard by most of its military and intelligence blocking one route to exit the third floor of the Henry Student attention on Iraq. Speaking of Iraq Center In hopes to prevent those without meal plans from conjures feelings of deja vu of the stealing food from the new 'all you care to eat' buffet, some are situation with Bin-Laden in Afleft with the question: Is the protection of perishable food worth ghanistan - after all, Saddam the risk of perishable students. Hussein has yet tn be located as well. level--it seems this thirst for justice is all too rarely satisfied. This has been the case (so far) with many of the masterminds of the horrific terrorist acts. committed against this country on Sept. 11, 2001. Although our government deserves praise for capturing many high-level terrorist operatives who had a hand in the tragic events of that day, this has been eclipsed in the minds of the public and in the media - by the fact that our government has yet to apprehend Osama Bin-Laden, or even to ascertain whether he is dead or still alive. Osama Bin-Laden in the minds of most Americans is the man who is most responsible for those horrible terrorist attacks, and he_is the face, the incarnation, behind the hatred that motivated them. If Bin-Laden is never found alive, it is possible that many citizens of this nation will never experience the closure of seeing him punished for his crimes against humanity. But this is nothing new to history. In the aftermath of World War II, when the world learned of the awful extent of the atrocities of the Holocaust, the Allies were able to seek justice at The Nuremberg Trials, Fire Hazard? . - . �8 EDITORIAL SEPTEMBER 29 2003 Point/Counterpoint: Should we allow gaD1bling in Pennsylvania? Gambling in Pennsylvania has both good and bad points. On one hand, we could profit from the money that will be brought into Pennsylvania as a reslult of gambling; however, we might also create or encourage addictions and, develop more economic problems than we began with. What do you think: should gambling be allowed in PA? KRISTIN KILE Beacon Staff Writer Legalizing Gambling is Asking For Disaster Millions of people in the United States are already in debt. Legalizing gambling in Pennsylvania would only increase what debt people already haYe or cause others to fall into it. Some pt;ople do not even have money to gamble, but are willing to do anything to feed their addiction. Gambling is a problem in many states and legalizing it would only help increase· the problem. Those who are addicted to gambling would have easier ac- cess to their problem, which would cause many of them to sink back into the black hole out of which they have fought to climb. I think that gambling is comparable to a drug addiction. Most drug addicts will steal, manipulate, and possibly kill to feed their addiction, and the same is true for gambling addicts. Some people get so wrapped up into gambling that they would do anything to win or get their money back. There have been psychiatric cases invot'ving individuais who cannot stop gambling. In some instances, people lose their family, house, and possessions because they are so out of control. Pennsylvania children have been taught to value money and work hard to earn their own. Legalizing gambling goes against everything that these childn;n have learned. Not only does it show chil- dren how to waste their money quickly, but it also shows them how to take money from others without truly earning it. The billions of dollars that Americans spend gambling could be used to benefit individual communities. I am sure charities would be more than willing to put the money used for gambling to good use. Also, the education system is ·always looking for more money to improve the quality of education. There are so many positive ways to spend money. Gambling is not one of them. GINGER ESLICK Beacon Op/Ed Editor Gambling in PA will Bring Much Needed Financial Stability Those who oppose horse tracks in the state of Pennsylvania either are simply afraid of change or ignorant to what is already going on. Each year our neighboring states gain an estimated $3 billion of PA residents' money by simply having slot machines in the local horse track. Why allow this hard-earned money of our residents to improve their school districts, lower their property taxes, or improve the their state infrastructure? Aren't these the same problems the state of PA faces year in year out? Governor Rendell finally has had the courage to go forward with the obvious solution: keep our hard earned dollars where they belong, in Pennsylvania. The old theory to this solution has been that with the slot machines comes a_ lot of baggage. This baggage is said to include rampant crime, unchecked problem gambling, along with other societal ills. However, in the neighboring states of West Virginia and Delaware the opposite has occurred. As a result of the increase in state revenue the areas have been able to improve the neighborhoods with greater police patrol. They have also been afforded the luxury of being able to make the areas surrounding the racetracks more attractive to other new business ventures and housing developments. A lot of individuals like to hear the facts and base their opinion on these alone. Well here they are. Under Governor Rendell's proposed plan state funding will increase from 35% to 50%, nearly 18,00 new jobs will be created, local property tax relief will be available, economic activity of state will increase by nearly 2.5 billion, and finally over one billion in new personal income will be generated for the state of PA. Any concern over this proposed added attraction should now be laid to rest. Your.Voices ... Dear Editor, Concerning your editorial on the political affairs of the state of California, I felt compelled to ask whether your intent was that of a sarcastic or satyrical nature, or, perhaps, if you truly and honestl.y believe that the situation in question actually "spells doom for the future of politics." The reason for my rather blunt inquiry is to the effect that if your editorial on page · six of the September 22 issue was, in fact, a humorous sketch designed to amuse your audience, I applaud your comedic brilliance. On the contrary, if the three and a half columns of nonsense found on page six was actually the result of discretionary, journalistic analysis, then I pity your ignorance. Assuming the intent of your article was that of the latter, you have inspired me to express my objection to your narrowly constructed opinion. You claim that the California recall "is just another sad political situation which has turned into a media frenzy," however, instead of offering an original idea, you merely assimilate the popular opinions of the same media you initially intended to criticize. Thus making you, dear editor, a sponger. Although you approached the subject from the highest saddle, upon the highest horse, you have essentially become the ant, one of many, who, however ambitious, manages only to succeed by way of conformity. After all, are you not one of the many spoons upon which the stew of Hollyw,ood is fed to the general public? I must also point out that, although the reasons stated which, in effect, led to the recall election are true, they are not simply unique to California. A little research would inform you that California is one of the largest economies in the world. You would also find that our nation's current state of economic distress has left nearly every state in the union with a deficit in direct proportion to that of California. Therefore, given the great size and population of the state, California has the unfortunate distinction of being the pinkest elephant in the heard. Thus making it the easiest prey for a scandal hungry media. I do understand, however, that there is no great difficulty in finding the humor in this particular situation. What's more, I also realize that such a practice is essential when it comes to the business of selling news. But, the degradation of our political processes, however bizarre they may sometimes seem, is contemptuous and irrespoQsible. In this special election in California there are a sufficient number of qualified candidates, yes I would even grant Mr. Schwarzenegger inclusion among this group, but the majority of the general public has only heard of the inane or radical candidates because they seem to add a little levity to the news. So please, dear editor, do your faithful audience a favor and leave the ridicule and cynidsm to, as the venerable Calvin Trillin would put it, "the Sunday morning gasbags." On a final note, the events in California are the result of a process called direct democracy, a process by which the power is returned to the citizen. Perhaps the people of California were misinformed or misled in their previous d:[ort to elect a governor. They do not deserve fo be punished for the simple offense of bad judgement. For instance, if a person purchases a toaster, the cheapest of three different brands, and it manages only to bum their toast, must this person, for merely being frugile, settle for crunchy black toast every morning? Most assuredly not. The California legislation provides its constituents the right to recall their governor, and if doing so is in the best in,terest of the state, then, for their courage, these bold citizens of the Golden State deserve our benevolent praise. ,. With respect, J.W. Davies �FEATURES SEPTEMBER 29 2003 9 From Musk Ox to Fjords: Wilkes Grad Revels in Greenland Experience BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Correspondant walking around campus with the familiar bulk of a video camera and mic set. While Lewis noted that he no longer sits in front of a digital editing program, the skills he gained in doing those things are translateable. "Even though I am not doing anything that resembles what I studied in college, I still think that Wilkes prepared me for what I am doing. The professors I had influenced · me to do the best in whatever I was doing. I also learned responsibility, hard work, perseverance, and patience from my years at Wilkes." Losing contact with former classmates after graduation, although unfortunate, is a reality, especially when they move away: * Ma~k~sy, a Le iail~fitthe to Greenland. University Learning Center; is among But sometimes persuing a •most recent arrivals atWilkes University. professional dream is worth it. eacon: How long have you been at Wilkes? Wilkes 2002 graduate Justin ckesy; Since the beginning of April last Lewis, is currently doing just ear. that. He is serving overseas for eacon: Where were you at before coming to the United Stated Air Force, as a ilkes? Missile Warning Crew Come, I was at Marywood University'. to mander. was at Rollins CoUege in Winter park1 Flori · " During the weekend of his n: Are you lv:iPPY th,f!;.ypu chos~ :\filke,~ ..U . graduation from Wilkes, Lewis esy: ;\bsolutel ougbly impres was commissioned as a second nts here, them ., el of ,our,;&tllde lieutenant. The career achabili~ and in enthusiasm on field at the Air Force students be successfut assigned him to on: Do you have any goals set for yoµrsel training in the Space y: I think there are s . ,. · and Missiles proCe,nter, gram. Afterwards, he wprQCe was given orders for So.short: a change of station to sareand.m the 392nd training +? · squadron at on:Howd Vandenberg Air Force kesy; Certainly to . , Base, where he would whether they are having difficulty, I think · undergo a six-week neral, share the over~arching goal to help st I. training course. ents bring to the bble i'whole variety Qf skil About halfway ey ·es. We are available to help them to devel through his training, in. Lewis learned he : How c · ontact with would be assigned to Justin Lewis stands in front of the Artie tundra of y: y, My exten: the 12th Space il me, w ilkes,edu or Warning Squadron, at Thule Air Base, Greenland. Prior Now, Lewis finds that every to heading to Thule, Lewis had to . :,,, :~/:\.*:;.;f:}:,.w•,::: day is a learning experience. "The attend a qualification-training he Learning Center ,. experiences that I have here are course that is designed specifiDirector of Leaming Center antlACT 101, like other that I have ever [had]. cally to prepare him for life in Mt. Thomas J. 1'homas, tells us a bit more The weather is quite cold. Even in Greenland. about Wilkes University's Learniri. Center. the summer temperature range Once Lewis arrived in Beacon: How long bas the 1:, between 40 degrees and negative Greenland, he immediately began e~isted?, 40 degrees [Farenheit]," Lewis training for the job of Missile T ,, · : I would ~Y at least. . said. · Warning Crew Commander. "I 1 buh would believe;bef. "Thule has 'three Fjords am a Missile Warning Crew Beacon: What's the purpose o located nearby and the sight of Commander. I am in charge of a them is absolutely beautiful._ I had Uniyersity Learning center?. "" three-person crew, including Thomas: The Learning Centeris to · never had the opportunity to see myself. Our crews are made up rovide students with the assistance they need to become independent glaciers until I arrived here, and it of a Crew Commander, Crew earners. One of the main goats at the University is to dev:elop ind~ is just unbelievable. I took a Chief, and a Space Systems ndent learners but we know that students do not arrive ~ere that way photo safari by helicopter hosted Console Operator. Our squadron by Greenlandic Air and we were o we support students until they reach that point , . •.· . .; •···•··· . provides ballistic missile early con: What does the staff at the Leaming Center do dail,y'l · able to see the musk ox, land at warning and space surveillance to the base of a glacier, and land on omas: We run a range ofprQgrams to help students•s.ucc<:ed. We the Untied States. We provide ant Wilkes students to be successful and what that means that some top of Mt. Dundas, a locfil critical information to the missile tudents are very individual in the abilities that they have, the majors mountain that many people climb. warning center regarding ey choose as well as the study-habits they have. We have to arrange The view was amazing and the ervices that run a whole range of support that the students would need. missiles, critical data regarding scenery was absolutely beautiful,'' satellites to the Space Contro l o we could be ... offering group study sessions, to offering tutoring, to said Lewis. Center, as well as as serves as a ffering academic counseling as well as advising. The days themselves in con: How can students become involved with the Learning Center? 24-hour contact point for higher Greenland are also quite different. headquarters, " explained Lewis . omas: Students should come by to let us knqw if they are experiAccording to Lewis, "The sun All of this is a far cry from ncing difficulty to find out, wliat services are available anc~ may be does set normally like in the states what Lewis was trained to do at elpful. They ~h9uld q9t ·• · sitate to explore their options. iWe·will but as the days went by the sun Wilkes . At Wilkes, Lewis was a elp them do that ·· · · · abl,: visitin stayeo in the sky longer and communication studies major and ebsite, it would con · ofinfonn longer until it no longer went J:,. . o/ .... . ,. :~: could most commonly be seeing uickly; students coo of the range o: e Prior s. i'th~m:· nter T~e ere. is below the horizon. Now the days are getting shorter and by November 1, there will not be any sun appearing until about late February." Lewis does have the opportunity get out and explore the cultore and the country that surrounds him. In the short time that he has been in Greenland, Lewis remarked, "One of my most unique experiences was the ability to partake in Polar Bear Swim here. The dpy was cold and rainy and we were all gathered at Tug Boat Beach. The water had icebergs floating in the distance. We heard someone yell, 'Go!' and the group of four ran into the North Star bay in just shorts and sneakers and completely submerged ourselves in the water. For a ·little udnerstanding of the temperature, the water never rises above 32 degrees [Farenheit], so if you ask me, 'Were _ you cold?' I can say, 'Absolutely!' However, the opportunity to swim in theArcitic Greenland Circle probably will never [again] be available, so I did it and enjoyed every minute of it." One of the most challenging things for Lewis in his attempt to get comfortable in the new land is understanding the languages, although he is trying to learn Greenlandic a little. "I have met several Greenlandics [Inuits] and I can only say , 'Thank you,' 'You're welcome,' 'Hello,' and Good-bye,' but when I do, they are ecstatic to see that someone is trying to learn their language," said Lewis. In addition, Lewis has grappled with day-to-day differences in things like cuisine. He has noticed that whale blubber, seal ribs, and caribou, for example, are considered delicacies. So whether it's watching the arctic fox play, or mastering a new technical challenge in his work, Lewis continues to learn post-college. " ...What you get out of college is what you put in, and I guarantee that no matter how much tuition you pay, the education that you get from Wilkes is priceless." �10 SEPTEMBER 29, 2003 FEATURES Wilkes Prof Proves Learning is Never ·Finished· BY ARIEL COHEN Beacon Co"espondant For many students, the ultimate educational goal is earning a PhD. For Dr. Brain Redmond, Professor of Chemistry and Geology, a PhD was just the beginning. Redmond is a professor at Wilkes University but while he is teaching and helping students grasp new concepts, he is also learning new concepts as a Wilkes University student himself. For students of a non-science major, Redmond's GES 105 Astronomy class is a course that covers a large amount of information and looks at the Earth and the universe from an outside perspective. What many of his students may not know is that stars and planets are not the only interest tbat Redmond has. Redmond has a long history in education and has always had a fascination with learning. "During high school, I was an avid fan of taking a full day of courses instead of sitting in study halls, missing the opportunity to learn even one new fact," Redmond stated. Upon graduation from high school, he found he had accumulated more than twice the amount of credits needed. But what many students don't know is that, since almost the beginning of his career here, Redmond has also been taking courses in a variety of majors. About 20 years ago, he realized that he had filled the minimum university requirements, so he decided to start working towards different degrees over a 5-year span. As of right now, he currently has degrees from Wilkes University in Chemistry and Physics, and is working towards his bachelor's degree in English. Dr. J. Michael Lennon, Redmond's current English professor, has a mutual respect for Redmond as both a professional and as a student. "He is a fine colleague and an excellent professor and he should be treated like any other student here at Wilkes," stated Lennon. One of Redmond's past professors, Dr. William Stine, Professor of Chemistry, can, cle~ly remember when Redmond was in his organic chemistry class. "Professor Redmond was a marvelous student. I'd like to have an entire room of just Redmond," Stine commented. As far as things on a professional level are concerned, Stine feels that the playing field is a level one. "We have great respect Redmond contipued his education by pursuing.a degree in geology at Michigan State University. After graduating with his Masters, Redmond attended Rensselaer Polytech- nic Institute, which is just north of Albany, New York, for his PhD. With a PhD, Redmond applied for several jobs and was hired to work at Wilkes University 28 years ago. He currently teaches not only astronomy class, but also geography, geology, and environmental sciences. for one another and we call on each other many times for advice," concluded Stine. Redmond's quest for knowledge not only helps him to be~ome a more educated and aware individual, but also helps his students. Redmond feels as though the insight he gains in the classroom while seated behind a desk can help him be a better educator when he stands at the head of the class. "I like to take what I have learned throughout my extended education and try to work it . into the classes that I teach. I like to learn other languages so that I can better understand where the origin of the language of astronomy came from and pass that along to my students," said Redmond. In Redmond's personal time, you may see him riding around on his blue Harley, which by the way, comes from the Dominican Republic. He also has a great interest in foreign languages, including Latin and Spanish. And, like the true Renaissance man he is, Redmond is also a musician. According to Santiago Serrato, one of his students, Redmond is "an outstanding person that makes me laugh 24/7." Redmond proves that learning is a neverending process. Knowledge is power, and Redmond is continuing to soak it up. Verbal Judo Part of New Safety Measures at Wilkes BY REBECCA GOODMAN · Beacon Co"espondant With a new staff, a changed attitude, a revised mission and yellow shirts, Wilkes Security has been revamped_ this past summer to provide a more comprehensive and visable presence on campus. However, in addition to the obvious changes, Wilkes Security has also undergone a metamorphosis of sorts under the visable spectrum. While many of the changes were physical and can be seen around the campus, there are other additions to the security personnel that lie beneath the surface. One such addition is the technique of Verbal Judo. • Verbal Judo is a type of communication used by law enforcement officers, business and education persons to control situations. George J. Thompson, Ph.D, first developed the Verbal Judo training program, or tactical communication as it is sometimes called. Thompson took his experience in law enforcement and meshed it with his experience as an English professor to create the Verbal Judo Institute. The training courses, according to the Verbal Judo Institute, teach officers involved to respond to what is going on around them, and not to what they may be feeling. Therefore, personal feelings are removed from the equation. It teaches officers to understand how to deal with various difficult situations and people using "management tactics to diffuse confrontational encounters." Some of the Public Safety Officers on campus have been previously exposed to Verbal Judo. One such officer is Don Bly, who states that one of the concepts of Verbal Judo is to inform and "reassure that you are there to help, not to hurt." Bly defines Verbal Judo as a "way to deescalate situations by your tone of voice and tone command." The Safety Officers who have yet to take the course will be participating in one the first week of October. According to Chris Bailey, Director of Public Safety, Verbal Judo is the first step in the continuum of response at Wilkes. There is a protocol of that starts, "from the least invasive response·through the most invasive," said Bailey. He also states that Verbal Judo is the first step in avoiding a physical confrontation. "Obviously we want to limit the times we would.have to physically respond because a physical response not only puts the officer in danger of being hurt or injured also the individual, the subject of the response," stated Bailey. · Upon completion of the course, the officers will know what to do in order to successfully to control various situations they are faced with. Some of these techniques include the ability to use language to control not only situations, but to control personal feelings. Another technique helps officers to correctly and successfully use words that are appropriate to the situation at hand. Perhaps one of the most interesting and important techniques learned in the Verbal Judo training classes is the ability to know that what the officers are saying is actually what they are intending to say. With its collected firm aspects, Verbal Judo is an important qualification for campus security to possess. The addition of Verbal Judo, "[will] continue our goal of improving the professionalism of the officers. They'll be better capable of handling situations in a professional manner, dealing with the community in a respectful manner and trying to reduce the idea that it is 'us against them' mentality," con- eluded Bailey. In its entirety, Verbal Judo and officer presence are welcome additions to the campus. They are both the first rung of the re- sponse ladder and their addition will provide a strong base for the new Wilkes Public Safety response continuum. 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Jane came It may not be Valentine's Day, but love frOJl! an Irish Catholic family and Alfred's fais certainly in the air on the Wilkes Univer- ther was the spiritual leader at the Temple Israel. sity campus. "We're an interfaith couple and_we are both As Homecoming approach~. many alumni, faculty, staff, and students will very committed to our faiths. Neither one of us wanted to abandon our own faiths, and at come together on that ti me, it campus to celebrate " wasn't a time of all that the Uni ver, ' easy blending of sity has given them. those two faith Some students will traditions," said celebrate their eduJane. cation, their experiBut after ences, and the faceight years and ulty and staff that '' · • three ceremosupported _them __ nies--one on a while at Wilkes . · Monday in their Others will celebrate living room suranother gift the Unirounded by versity has given eighty loved them: their spouse. ones; and two There is an overceremonies, whelming number of each from their alumni, faculty and own faith tradistaff who have tions to appease found their life parttheir families-ners at Wilkes Unithe couple was versity. married. They both Alfred and Jane testify that had (Lampe)Groh they not both Alfred Groh, Proworked at fessor Emeriti of Wilkes, they Theatre and former never would Director of the Cenhave met. Alter for Performing though Alfred is Arts (now known as Courtesy of Albert and Jane Groh n~tive to Wilkesthe Dorothy Dixon B arre, Jane is Darte Center) and originally from Jane Lampe Groh, Mr. Albert and Mrs. Jane Groh Chicago. former Dean of StuThey have no dents Affairs, met children of their one another one own, but Jane says they have "many Wilkes day at a business lunch back in 1969. "I was having lunch at the Hotel Ster- kids" and that is a "real joy" for the both of ling and he [Alfred] came in with the then them. They still share a deep love of theater, Dean of Admissions. I was having lunch the University, and one another today, and with my assistant dean and that is where I continue to attend campus events on a regumet him. In August, he asked me to go to lar basis. the Pocono Playhouse to see Most Happy Fella. It was all downhill from there," said Dr. Paul and Jean Adams Apparently, the Student Services office on Jane. campus encourages commitment. Like Jane Although neither of the Grohs graduLampe Groh, Dr. Paul Adams, hails from stuated from Wilkes University, Alfred does dents services--indeed, he serves as Vice call Bucknell University Junior College his alma mater. And both were certainly "edu- President in that area. His wife, Jean is an cated" at Wilkes through their many years Instructor of Art on campus and teaches popular ceramics ~lasses. Unlike the Grohs, howof service to the campus. The pair shares a love of theater. When ever, the Adams' are also both alumni as well they first began dating, Jane would sit in as employees of the University. Paul graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in on rehearsals in the Center of Performing Arts on campus when Alfred was direct- Elementary Education in May, 1977. Jean graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Art Eduing plays. The couple married in 1977 after a rather cation in 1978. The couple met through mutual friends lengthy courtship. Tfie two say the lengthy courtship was a result of a num- while undergraduates at Wilkes in the mid 1970s and were married in June of 1980. Paul ber of factors. "We couldn't make up our minds was originally from Binghamton, NY, and Jeari whether we loved each other more than was from Emerson, NJ, but somehow northwe loved the University or vice versa, so eastern Pennsylvania appealled as the permanent home for the couple. Like the Grohs, . . . . they also credit Wilkes for bnngmg them together. "To say we are products of Wilkes would be an understatement. We've both spent more than half our Jives e~ther attending Willes or working here. For me, it's been 28 of my 48 years. Wilkes has given me so much to be grateful for, but nothing greater than the relationship I have with my wife," said Paul. Both Paul and Jean began working at Wilkes in 1979, and are still employed by Wilkes today. They have two children, Lindsay and Caroline. - lov~ at first sight, but there was definitely an attraction." Tondrick agrees that it might not have been love at first sight, but there was definitely a spark. "I don't know about that. I looked at him as a real fun guy, someone who I could be good friends with that could make me laugh. As far as love at first sight, I'm not sure I believe in that at all. I think love evolves," described Tondrick.' While Tondrick was initially attracted to Seitzinger's personality, fun-loving nature, and Christine Tondrick and John Seitzinger sense of humor, what made Seitzinger fall head The two previous love stories provide hope over heel_s for Tondrick was her eyes and love for Christine M . Tondrick, Assistant Director of for baseball. Marketing ana Communications, and John Even though they are in love, Tondrick and Seitzinger, Wilkes University Sports Information Seitzinger still have their differences of opinDirector. Together since August 2001, the two ion. It seems, however, that Tondrick found familiar faces on the Wilkes campus will tie the more to say about her fiancee than Seitzinger knot this com· ·did. While ingDecember. Seitzinger can apThe two parently be stubhave known born and impatient, eachotherfor Tondrick doesn't six years but seem to have any have only flaws, at least acbeen dating cording to her soonabout a third to-be husband. of that time. Regardless of "We had a their past, present very casual reor future, Tondrick lationship at is sure of one thing. first, and we "I will always look are good back at Wilkes, not friends and just as an alum, but that evolved as.lhe place where I into somefound my future thing romanhusband," contic," explained cluded Tondrick. Tondrick. So is there a love Tondrickis bug on campus? a 1998 Wilkes Has the Colonel graduate been overtaken by w h i l e Cupid? Not accordSeitzinger is a ing to Dr. Bob University of Tuttle, Associate Scranton Professor of SociolCourtesy of Christine Tondrlck alumnus. ogy. Tuttle says "The first that it is not uncomChristine Tondrick and John Seitzinger time I actually mon for people who met him attend the same uni[John] was during an interview, just a short in- versity or work together to end up marrying troduction. Both he and a former co-worker of one andther. ours asked of my experiences elsewhere and "The main principle regarding mate selecwhat I could bring to the job. I really didn't tion is called homogamy. This simply means think too much of it, and then I didn't see him that we tend to be attracted to and become again until I started, which was close to two involved with those who are similar to ourmonths later. We had very infrequent contact selves. There is also a phenomenon known as at a staff meeting every two weeks," clarified propinquity. This means nearness, and in Tondrick. She also added that they "had a very terms of mate selection refers to the idea that casual relationship at first and th<!t evolved into you are most likely to marry someone you live something romantic." near, work with, or go to school with," said Although Tondrick was skeptical about the Tuttle. possibility of romance because of a previous Whether or not people come to Wilkes lookheartbreak, she was definitely glad to meet her ing for love, it is very possible that one could soon-to-be husband. "I was looking for somefind their soulmate in the next dorm room or one I could have a good time with, looking for office building. These couples are all together some companionship, but I never expected that because of the Colonel. Watch out next time I would actually find my future husband here at you are visiting Conyngham Hall or walking Wilkes," stated Tondrick. across the green way. The love bug just might When asked whether or not it was love at sting you next! first siiht, Seitzinger said, " I don't think it was �SEPTEMBER 29, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 12 VPA Offers Eclectic 2003 Fall Theater Line-up BY JESS NIEMIEC Beacon Staff Writer With laser tag, bingo, karaoke, concerts, and other fun events held on campus comes also a bit of culture. The Wilkes University Department of Visual and Performing Arts has begun work on its upcoming theatrical production. The first production, set to kick off the semeste r on October 2-5th, is Jean Giraudoux's The Madwoman of Challiot. Set in post World War II era, the production tells the tale of an old, eccentric, Parisian woman who proves that "little people" can make a difference. Members of the theater department are excited about the upcoming show. "Madwom_an is something you're not going to see very often," said Joe Dawson, Director of Theater and Musical Theater programs at Wilkes. The large, 28-person cast has been working nightly since the beginning of the semester. The cast list was posted and rehearsals commenced immediately as the fall semester ensued. "The play is a really starting t<? come together. I'm proud to be a part of the great productions that will be going on this year," said Nick Pierce, senior business and musical theater double major. "It will be a wonderful experience for all those that decide to attend," he added. The intellectual comedy will star a trio of senior women: Tiffany Smith as Countess Aurelia, Jennifer Zubemick as Constance, and Netta Clemons as Gabrielle, as well as sopho- more Rachel Dryer as Josephine. Their male counterparts include Nicholas Pierce as the Ragpiper, sophomore Scott R. Cassidy as Pierre, and junior- Lauren N. Trovillion as Irma. "They are all eccentric types. It will be a very energetic show," said Dawson. The theatrical production will put two sides together, presenting a good conflict. Having discovered oil underneath the streets of Paris, an unscrupulous group of rich and powerful men propose to dig for the treasure, disregarding the consequences to the city of Paris and its inhabitants. Of course, humor will be dominating factors in the play. The Madwoman of Challiot wit! run October 2-4, at 8 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee on October 5. Tickets are $15 for general admission, $5 for senior cjtizens and students, and free for Wilkes students with ID. "I would strongly encourage people to come [see the play]," said Dawson. Later in the semester, the musical "She Loves Me" will be presented to the Wilkes Community. Playing on November 14-16 and 21-23, the Shakespearian play was chosen to round off the semester with a real cultural bang. While not quite as obscure as Madwoman, as it has been made into the movie You've Got Mail; it will be both interesting and entertaining. The cast has already begun work on this play as well. The tentative cast list has been posted, and those students who are involved are already busy learning lines and thinking about motivations. Doing 'She Loves Me at The Beacon/ Jay McDermott Madwoman of Challiot will be performed by Wilkes students this weekend in the Darte Center. • the end of the semester will be more than different from what we're working on now, making it interesting--both for the faithful audience meqibers and the cast," said Pierce. With many weekend choices present to balance out the games of bingo, becoming exposed to a little bit of culture is closer than one would think. mocha bar This Week in History... The week of September 29 through October 5 in retrospect: OCTOBER lst-(1940) The Pennsylvania Turnpike opened as the first toll superhighway in the United States. 2nd-(1959) "The Twilight Zone" debuted on CBS-TV. The show ran for five years and created a total of 154 episodes. 3rd-(1863) U.S. President Abraham Lincoln declared that the last Thursday of November would be recognized as Thanksgiving Day. 4th-(1957) The Soviet Union launched Sputnik I into orbit around the Earth. Sputnik was the first man-made satellite to enter space. Sputnik I fell out of orbit on January 4, 1958. 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My mouth watered as I ate. The fresh- Wilkes students can enjoy a meal without ness made me feel like Mama Corleon was in breaking the bank. The entree prices run from the bread alone and well worth the trip. $11 to$18(minewas$11 andmyfriend'swas the kitchen. My friendly, easygoing waiter (who filled Last Thursday, I stepped into Vino Dolce My friend opted for the ravioli, that were $14). The casual atmosphere is great for talkmy friend's beverage six times without askat 6130 Sans Souci Highway, Hanover Townstuffed with spinach and cheese, served in a ing if you can be heard above the "Mob Hits" ship. When I did so, I was immediately trans- ing) next served the "antipasti," a daily special of marinated artichokes stuffed with lump bed of homemade tomato sauce, and soundtrack (maybe a little too loud). ported to small, Italian Venetian cafe. sprinkled with oregano and Parmesan cheese. Reservations aren't necessary, but with Put simply, Vino Dolce, whichopened in crabmeat. The crabmeat melted in your mouth, I would go back to have another order of this. seating around 40 (including the bar), I would December, is an extraordinary place to eat and with the mix of the Italian marinated artisuggest it. Open Wednesday through SaturI have never been to a restaurant where I have Italian food. The name Vino Dolce comes from choke the two fl avors made your taste buds enjoyed my meal so much and still was reday, Vino Dolce begins seating at 4 p.m., and the Italian phrase for "sweet wine." Perhaps dance. morseful that my friend had the better. These last seating is at 9:30 p.m. For the Insalata, we split an Antipasto, the most noteworthy character of the restauhand rolled and stuffed raviolis were light and If a night away is what you need, take the rant, however, comes not from its wine list, consisting of two kinds of ham, so fresh and fluffy. You could tell the chef took her time time for staff at Vino Dolce to serve food fit but from the unexpected and Old World treat spicy they tasted like the meats were also and care in the preparation. I would go back for Italian royalty. Like me, you will want to cured in the back. The salad moreover inof homemade pastas and sauce. just .to tasted the sauce (As I write this my go back for more. The menu consists of Minestra (soup), cluded Italian olives, cherry peppers, capers mouth waters.) Insalata (salad), Antipasti (appetizers), Ri- and a mix of shredded provolone and mozzaWith my coffee, (no sotto, Farcito (stuffed), scampis, parmigianos, rella. The only thing I didn't like was the iceespresso machine), we split and pastas. All are ordinary items at plenty berg lettuce. Why net use fresh spinach, or hand made cannoli. The three oflocal restaurants, but Vino Dolce's offers a some other variety of mixed greens other than cannolis were served with Iceberg? supreme, tender pasta that is homemade and For my entree, I selected the spinach homemade whipped cream on hand cut daily. gnocchi light potato and spinach dumplings the side for dipping. I don't My dining experience began with a breadserved in a garlic olive oil sauce with sauteed know which was better, the basket of Italian rye, served with olive oil spinach. The little dumplings were blissful · whipped cream or the cannoli-and fresh herbs . The bread was warm and with the light sprinkling of Romano cheese either way, I recommend both. moist like it just came out of a baker's oven. The shabby exterior of the restaurant is nothing like what ;RFORMING ARTS AT WILKES UNIVERSITY you pay for. Once through the front door, the transition is remarkable. A beautiful cherry bar is accented by cherry wood- · work throughout. Classy furThe Beacon/Jeff Geller nishings and dim lighting makes Vino Dolce a perfect place for Vino Dolce, located in Hanover Township delivers a students to enjoy a night away delicious Italian meal BY BRIDGET GIUNTA from " campus. Beacon Staff Writer Vino Dolce is also a place BY JEFFGELLER Beacon Asst. A&E Editor Th Darte Board Performance Hour Wesnesday, October 1 at 1 p.m. Gies Hall, Dorothy Dickson Darte Center Open and free to all Theater Production of Giraudoux's Madwoman of Chaillot Thursday, October 2 through Saturday, October 4 at 8 p.m. Sunday, October 5 at 2pm · Ticket prices: $15 for general admission, $5 fpr senior citizens and students, and free for Wilkes students with ID. Earn $150-$250 wkly in Customer Service/Sales Flexible Part Time & Full Time Hours Around Class and Other Activities. Fun Team Environment Call Now!! 287-8020 . www.colle e1ncome.com �14 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT SEPTEMBER From the Cutting Room: CD Review: Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star John Mayer: BY ALISON SHERRY Beacon S141JWrlter This movie receives 3 W's and is ratedPG-13. Have you ever wondered just what happens to your favorite child stars after they are no longer children? The answer to this question may give you some insight into the plot of "Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star." David Spade portrays the comical character Dickie Roberts, a 35-year old former child star. Now an out-of-work parking valet and not too pleased with the direction his life has taken, Dickie learns about a great auditionthat could rejuvenate his career. However, the part he auditions forrequires him to play a "normal" guy and Dickie is anything but normal. Desperate, he decides to hire a family to adopt him so he can relive his childhood and literally grow up from scratch. The movie also features some big names in Hollywood such as Alyssa Milano, Doris Roberts, Craig Bierko, Jenna Boyd, Jon Lovitz, Mary McCormack, and Sascha Knopft. If you have any nostalgia from child stars of the 80's, then you will also enjoy the many guest appearances made in the movie. If you're interested in a light comedythatwillleave you smiling as you leave the theater, then you will definitely enjoy the unique comical spirit of Dickie Roberts. There is minimal action but there is a surprisingly sweet romance. I think most viewers will agree that in "Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star" David Spade has definitely come a long way since "Joe·Dirt" and "Black Sheep." Urban Legends: Good Fortune Good fortune, a big break, hidden treasure, easy money--we create many tales that explore our optimistic fantasies. Although sometimes they do come true, we also have to be cautious and understand stunning reversals of fortune are just as likely. Look at these "good fortune" urban legends and decide for yourself which are true. •Casinos pump extra oxygen onto the gaming floors during the early• morning hours to keep tired patrons from heading off to bed: • A stranger who stopped to change a tire on a disabled limo was rewarded for his efforts when the vehicle's passenger, Donald Trump, paid off his mortgage. •When a Nebraska church exploded in 1950, no one was injured because every member of the choir was late arriving for practice that evening. *A lucky bargai°: hunter became a millionaire after finding an original print of the Declaration oflndependence in the frame of an old painting. *A policeman promised a waitress half the winnings from his lottery ticket: all the numbers came up, and he kept bis word by sharing the jackpot with her. *Man buys old motorcycle, then discovers it was once owned by Elvis Presley. *Tourists who have taken rocks from Hawaiian beaches have returned them in hopes of ending streaks of bad luck. *Aman turned a four hundred dollar Social Security check into $1.6 million playing black'ackinLasVe as. 29 2003 Heavier Things BY MELISSA JURGENSEN Beacon A&E EdiJor In 2001, John Mayer released Room for Squares, which has since sold more than 3 million copies. Mayer established himself as an artist to watch with his versatile voice and fanciful lyrics. The upbeat "No Such Thing," the perfect Valentine song "Your Body Is a Wonderland," and "Why Georgia" all establish a very precise mood and reflect Mayer's own concept of cool. With his recent follow-up, Heavier Things, Mayer offers a more sophisticated album. Recorded in New York with producer Jack Joseph Puig, Heavier Things includes those songs such as "Only Heart" and "New Deep." Mayer's new methods ' - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - are unusual. A song called "Home Life" has a fresh coffeehouse groove. The· songs "Clarity" and "Split music has matured. Mayer is far from being a Screen Sadness" reflect that Mayer is unone-hit wonder and this album is amazing. sure how long his current romance is goMayer has certainly grown up and has brought ing to flower. 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We came in expecting a win, but you never know what can happen," said assistant coach Mandy Kehler. Megan Riley and Alicia Vieselmeyer combined for 20 kills. Nicole Hahn led the Lady Colonels with 26 assists with 8 digs and Amber Brennan added 7 digs of her own. Vieselmeyer showed a lot of heart out on OOt Page 20 a .the court playing with a fractured left wrist. "Mentally, at first it affected me a lot because I was second guessing my ability, but now that I know my team has confidence in me I have enough to do ,vhat I need to do out on the court wit~ a little extra effort," said Vieselmeyer. According to Kehler, one great thing that came out of the game was that the Lady Colonels were able to have everyone on the team contribute to the numbers. "For the younger kids its important to get them that playing time so they have that experience under them so when we need them in a bigger game and they need to step up they'll have that confidence," said Kehler. "I would say our setting game was the biggest advantage, they didn't look like they had a strong setter on their side and on our side we had two great setters and I think our hitting game got them a little scared and pumped us up," said Kehler on the play of the game. Last Monday the Lady Colonels beat Misericordia 3-2 but dropped~their streak on Saturday losing at Rowan 3-0. Wilkes next plays at Scranton on Tuesday. Continued from provement." Trichilo gained 153 yards on the ground on 24 attempts and averaged 6.4 yards per carry. Trichilo now has 552 yards rushing in three games. "I would like for him to have 30 touches a game," says Sheptock about his star running back. "I think we're approaching that." As good as the Colonel's offense was, the defense was even better. Wilkes defense held FDU to 179 total yards and kept FDU out of the end zone all day. Wilkes also sacked the FDU quarterback five times. "The defense always wants the opportunity to pitch a shutout," says Sheptock. "That's the greatest reward for a defense." Freshman standout linebacker Jason Mitkowski led the way for the Colonels with 11 total tackles, and senior linebacker Steve Rogers had 8. "We try to go three and out every time," says Rogers. "We try to prove to ourselves that we are a good defense." Sheptock is very pleased with how his starting linebackers have been performing. "He's still not playing loose yet, and when he does he'll be phenomenal," Sheptock says about Mitkowski. "My hat is off to Rogers for taking him under his wing and helping the defense." The closest FDU came to reaching the end zone was in the third quarter. They drove 90 yards to the six-yard line. On first and goal from the six, junior Adam Mihalko stuffed FDU's run for a one-yard loss. On the very next play Mihalko again broke through the line to stop FDU for a two-yard loss. FDU then went for a touchdown on fourth and goal from the nineyard line, but quarterback Dan Huffs pass was incomplete. Wilkes failed to score in the third quarter, but at 12: 17 in the fourth, Kaskie connected with Gallagher for a six yard touchdown making the score 28-0. The last points of the day came from the defense. At 5:40 in the fourth, Jon Jamison picked off an O'Neill pass and scrambled 37 yards into the end zone. Wilkes ended the day with 452 total yards on offense. They gained 300 yards on the ground and 152 through the air. Kaskie was named MVP of the game and freshman li~ Jordan had a breakout game with 88 receiving yards and a touchdown. Wilkes advances its record to 2-1 and will face perennial powerhouse Widener next week at Homecoming. 227-47/S �SEPTEMBER 29, 2003 17 SPORTS - TheAmazingA's: Volleyball Leaders Make the Grade just took a few practices to come up with a feel so special out there on the court and technique that would work." letting me know I can do anything," added She still manages to average .56 blocks Brennan. "Scott and While most Wilkes students per game and carries a lot of the weight on Mandy (the coaches) associate the letter "A" with the worked hard with. me in the her shoulders - she has 24 of the team's 36 grade they want to take home at blocks this season. last year to get me where I the end of the semester, on the "Befote, Alicia played at 150%," said am today. And without my volleyball court, the letter "A" Brennan. "Now, she plays at 151 %. " parents, I probably wQuldn't stands for leadership. No, this Both of these skilled players credited be so confident." isn't a new kind of phonetic spelloff-season work for their successes. The volleyball team is ing. "A" happens to be the first "My roommate, Mandy Harlan, is also thankful for her confidence, initial of the team's dynamic duo: a player for Wilkes. We played volleyball as it-has led to her achieving Amber Brennan and Alicia on the sand court at Kirby Park," said an impressive 23% of the Amber Brennan Vieselmeyer. Brennan, a former Wyoming Valley West team's 1,016 digs on the seaAmber Brennan and Alicia standout who set the Spartans' serve son. Vieselmeyer· bring several talents to the record. "She is a very skilled player, so we The second "A", sophomore Alicia court, and even without viewing an actual helped each other become Vieselmeyer, has her own spematch, it just takes one look at the statistics better players and get in betcial physical quality. S~e leads to prove it. ter condition for the seathe team in kills with 209 in 17 Brennan leads the team in digs with 234 son." matches so far this season, deon the season, and she set a school rec9rd "We tend to do a lot of spite that she has been playing during the home match against Kean Unimuscle training versus with a fractured left wrist. versity. The previous record was 684 digs, weight lifting," added "Without our defense and held by former player and current assistant Vieselmeyer. "We do our setter, there would be no coach Mandy Kehler. plyometrics to train our possible way I would even have "I had no idea it was coming so quickly, muscles to react in specific a chance to put the ball away," and neither did my teammates," commented Alicia Vieselmeyer ways so that when it comes said Vieselmeyer. She accounts Brennan. "It is an absolute honor to receive to game time, all the quick for 28% of the team's 745 kills. such a special record and beating the record movements we have to make have become Although her injury could have brought of someone that I had looked up to rriy whole natural." her down, it took just a short amount of volleyball career." The Lady Colonels sit at 8-9 on the seatime with her teammates to realize that nothBrennan's numbers continue to grow, and ing had changed. "With the support of my son and look forward to more success she credits many people with her own sucthroughout the season. "We play our team, the only thing this has done is make cess. "My teammates have so much confihearts out in every single game." me work harder," added Vieselmeyer. "It dence in me. They have a way of making me BY KYLA CAMPBELL Beacon Slaff Writer goalkee,_per }fept the gamewith!O save~ in . scored twice in the secwith J• Raffetto . t . s ,d~lsby J3. Tr~m.oowei:. an<i a.late Master With a comer kick ared,to pay'thoroage to the. . Beck::hrurt)!i· s?Ccer teamfell'to a Bella Donna's Pizza 55 N. Main Street, Wilkes-Barre. Call 822-5775 WINGS STROMBOLI r-----------------------~ I I SUPER MEAL DEAL I I I I I I I Two Large Pies for $9.99 WOW! Not Valid with any other specials I I I I I I i ~-----------------------~ r-----------------------~ I : : I I I $1.50 off a Large Pie WOW! : : I I SUBS r--------.- --------------~ SPECIAL MEAL DEAL Large One-Topping Pie with One Dozen Wings (with your favorite sauce) $11.49 WOW! 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We knew Colonels (5-3) to they weren't going to be get the ball rolling. that strong so we were Kerry_Zellner, setrying to work on differnior forward, was The Beacon/T. Mick Jenkins ent things. It was responsible for the good," said Todd Jennifer Prell attempts to gainfirst Wilkes goal Broxmeyer, Wilkes head control of the ball against Ramapo about one minute field hockey coach. into the game. The Lady Colonels dominated the entire With 13:40 left in the half, Meredith game from start to finish. "Our skill and teamSampson, sophomore forward, added to work is at another level and they're a young the score and made it a 2-0 -game. Then · team, and our girls are starting to come towith about a Il)inute left in the half, Sampson gether better," added Broxmeyer. added another goal off an assist from Wilkes ended the game with a 25-? shot Katelyn Nathani, freshman ~9rward/mid, to advantage and a 21-3 penalty comer advanbring the lead to 3-0 entering halftime. · tage. Desiree Podrasky, senior goalkeeper, The Lady Colonels wouldn't need any and Carli Boccardi, freshman goalkeeper, each more help with the score, because Ramapo. had a save for Wilkes while Katelyn Ferguson, ,Beacoy Sports freshman goalkeeper; had 12 saves for Ramapo. "They're a brand new program and weren't very skillful, we just used our speed and skills to get around them," commented Erin Henry, junior forward. The Beacon/T. Mick Jenkins Melissa Quinn drives down the field during Saturday's match. In addition to the decisive Ramapo win, the Lady Colonels also beat the University of Scranton 2-1 last Thursday led by g9als from Sampson and a penalty shot from Cain. The Lady Colonels take their win streak into Manhattanville on October 1. ·n11et to ' play dpl~ anµ. nave' a chance at getr ting beatbytliem#1 ~:y.ye game ... "' ,, Maybe they stiouldrt"tltave won. e Nodd Series, because n:utybe t\ley shouldn't • ·1ave been in the playoffs. Uay thauo the ':.1orida Marlins of '97 and the Anahefm-A.1F -~els of 102. sion JP Pllµn and simply stated7 the playoff setup iGoing into the last 1 or major league baseball is not fair. week of the sea- ./ There is nodoubtin mymindthat.having vild card teruns in the playoffs is a good hing. It keeps more fans around.America wing to ~the ballparks and staying.in tune •vith the regular season. Howe~er, should MaJorl;ea&JeBaseball acrifice what the regular' ieason diyis1on hampions do all season loij.-gjustto please he fans? No. It's just not :t:igbt that the .New YotK Yan,::ees can beat up 9n the Boston Red ~ox and, !series~ "' ' p s· .· .· ' " " <: Maybe :tv,iajot J.,eague Baseball · should make the first round seven gaµies and nptallow the Wild Card ·,.· team to play ~ horpe game in the fu;st round. The NBA switched their first· $pn ~.e rav. e~•// Marlins,~ and· ~ roundof playoffstoabestqfSeveDfor~. Plulli~ j)'had y mar and things worked wel~. That fqrlllJlt befter'tecorcis wo.uld. truly allow the,best team. (6 ag~. :. than the Ntt-demraJ <liviJf _vance. . ·• sfon lea,tler. If wouldn't lpok too t don't k.now exactly what baseball cguld good if <\division w:innefg,otin to the playdo about.their pJayoff set up, but something · offs. with a worse record than two runner ups should be done to credit the division wi11rters in another djyision. , , ·for the. great season they had and separate Trn depnitely not trying to say that base-- them from a secon~ place te~m. ball should do away with theWtldCard. HowB. /A. Monday Night Match-up BY STEVE KEMBLE & WILL MIDGETT Beacon Sports Editor & Asst. Sports Editor Will; Tonight will mark the Bears' first game in their own Soldier Field since theif 200 l NFC playoff loss to the Eagles. The newly renovated Soldier Field (a $600 million make-over), will welcome,back not only the long-absent Bears, but also offer opportunity for an important milestone for opposing _quarterback Brett Favre. The Packers' Favre needs only 131 passing yards tonight to pass Dan Fouts (43,040 passing yds.) for 5th on the all-time career list. He also only needs one more win to pass Joe Montana (116 wins) for 5th on the alltime list for career wins. I say Favre will achieve both when the Cheeseheads spank the Bears on Monday Night Football. If this game were merely a battle of quarterbacks, then the Packers would have a HUGE advantage. Since he joined Chicago, Kordell Stewart has played ... well, really badly. Come to think of it, in a nine year NFL career, Stewart has had only three seasons even worth mentioning, his best season in 2001 when he threw for over 3000 yards and rushed for more than 500. The Bears are 0-2, and Stewart is averaging a meager 116 passing yards per game, while Favre is averaging a not-too-shabby 208.3 passing yards per game and has four passing touchdowns. Green Bay's defense is ranked 22nd in the NFL, which isn't good, but Chicago's offense is even worse. Da Burrs are averaging a piti. ful 167 .5 total yards on offense. I would discuss their i:ushing game, but hey, they don't have one. The Packers will be victorious and their record will ascend to 2-2 overall, when they pummel Kordell and the Bears 31-7. Steve; Well, since I made such a bold prediction last week, I'm going to go out on a limb and give the edge to the Chicago Bears for tonight's game. Both teams are struggling early in the season but the· Bears will be really pumped up knowing it's a nationally televised game. More importantly, it will be their first true home game since the 2001 season. The Bears played all of their home games at the University of Illinois last year during the renovations to Soldier Field. The one thing that is surprising about this game is that there aren't any huge injuries to players on either team, so we'll really get to see what ese teams are all about. Now, if you looked at just stats there is no doubt that the Packers should win, especially with the milestones Brett Favre could set tonight, but if we all just went by stats they wouldn't need to play the game. Favre is going to try to force one too many passes going for those milestones and the Bears' defense will come up big and please the home crowd. Bears win 24-20. �• SPORTS SEPTEMBER 29, 2003 19 Colonel ·c,ipboard Freedom Confere nee Standings as of 9/26/03 Athlete of the Week Field Hockey Conference. 0/ Men's Soccer Conference. 0/A Women's Tennis Conference. 0/ Drew 2-0-0 5-1-0 Lycoming 1-0-0 7-1-0 Drew 4-0 7-0 Delaware Valley 1-0-0 3-2-0 FDU-Florham 1-0-0 3-2-0 Christina Waldele 3-1 4-2 Lycoming 1-1~0 Wilkes 4-3-0 Scranton 2-0-0 2-6-2 · .... Women's Soccer 2-1 Scranton 6-3 FDU-Florham 1-1-0 4-5-0 0-0-1 4-1-2 Drew 1-1 7-1 FDU-Florham King's 0-1-0 5-3-0 0-1-1 2-6-1 Wilkes , 2-5 King's 1-2 Scranton 0-2-0 26-0 DeSales 0-0-0 3-3-0 With her outstanding 0-3 2-3 Wilkes Manhattanville 0-0-0 1-4-0 Delaware Valley 0-1-0 3-5-0 0-3 1-5 play last week, Christina DeSales King's · 0-2-0 2-6-0 Waldele, freshman forward, helped the Lady Colonels to a 1-1 record ·and kept Football Wilkes alive_in both games. Volleyball Lycoming 3-0-0 Women's Soccer On Wednesday against 3-0 FDU-Florham Delaware Valley 2-0-0 Scranton 1-0-0 8-0-1 2-0 8- Baptist Bible, Waldele Lycoming Widener 2-1-0 2-1Drew 1-0-0 4-2-2 1-1 Scranton 9- scored a goal and had an 2-1-0 2-1Wilkes Lycoming 1-0-0 3-3-0 King's 1-1 8- assist. She was a major 2-1-0 2-2Susquehanna FDU-Florham 1-0-0 3-4-1 Wilkes 0-1 8- contributor in leading the Moravian 2-2-0 2-2-0 Wilkes 0-1-0 2-4-2 0-2 7-1 Lady Colonels toa 2-1 vicDeSales 1-1-0 1-2-0 Juniata Delaware Valley 0-1-0 1-4-1 Delaware Valley 0-2 0- tory in double overtime. King's 1-2-0 2-2-0 King's 0-1-0 2-7-0 On Saturday at Lebanon Valley 1-2-0 1-3-0 0-1-0 1-7-1 DeSales 0-2-0 1-2-0 Albright FDU-Florham 0-4-0 0-4-0 . Christina Waldele Susquehanna, Waldele scored Wilkes University's only goal of the game, which kept the Lady Colonels within striking distance until the very end. Weekly Recap Numbers Of the Week Football (9/27) Wilkes 34 FDU-Florham 0 Men's Soccer (9/25) Lycoming 2 Wilkes 0 (9/27) Susquehanna 3 Wilkes 2 179 Total offensive yards Wilkes defense allowed against FDU-Florham 3 Number of goals Meredith Sampson had in two games for Wilkes field hockey 300 Number of rushing yards totaled by Wilkes 23 Number of shot advantage Wilkes field hockey had over Ramapo ·Travel With STS Americas #1 Student Tour Operator Jamaica, Cancun, Acapulco, Bahamas and Florida. Now hiring campus reps. Call for group discounts. Information/Reservations 1-800-648-4849 or www.ststravel.co Field Hockey (9/25) Wilkes 2 Scranton 1 (9/27) Wilkes 4 Ramapo 0 Women's Soccer (9/24)Wtlkes2BaptistBible 1 (20T) (9/27) Susquehanna 2 Wilkes 1 Women's Tennis (9/24) Lycoming 6 Wilkes 3 (9/27) Lebanon Valley 7 Wilkes 2 (9/28) Wilkes 6, DeSales 3 Women's Volleyball (9/22) Wilkes 3 Misericordia 2 (9/25) Wilkes 3 Lincoln 0 (9/27) Rowan 3 Wilkes 0 Donna KowalCzyk's Salon at 4·19 823-8966 419 S. River St., Wilkes Barre Hours Weds. and Fri 9-5 Sat. 8-4 Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Evenings by appointment # �SEPTEMBER 29, 2003 SPORTS 20 ilkes O-line Stuns FDU Devils ·n 34-0 Rout Win boosts Colonels in rep for Widener BY WILLMIDGETI Beacon Asst. Sports Editor Wilkes rebounded from its loss to Lycoming last weekend by completely dominating the FDU-Florham Devils. With star performances from running back Brett Trichilo and quarterback Matt Kaskie FDU had no chance. And as one Wilkes fan shouted, "Colonels eat Devils for breakfast!" ·FDU won the coin toss and deferred, and Wil~es chose to receive. After a 16-yard return from Maleek Mills, it was off to the races for the Colonel offense. Wilkes established its running game early with key gains from Kaskie and Trichilo. The pivotal play of the drive was on fourth and one from the FDU 25, and Kyle Gallagher took the handoff and burst through the line for 6 yards. · On first ~own on the FDU 19 yard line, Kaskie took off for a nine-yard gain. Wilkes would score on the next play when Trichilo ran 10 yards breaking all sorts of tac,kles to barrel into the end zone for the score. With the extra point good, Wilkes took the lead 70. ' After the first Wilkes touchdown, FD U put together one of its only decent drives of the day. The Devils took the ball 49 yards in the 13 plays all the way clown to the Wilkes 15. They were then faced with a 4th and five, and opted to kick a field goal, which they missed resulting in a turnover on downs. On the ensuing possession, Wilkes was forced to punt from its own 39-yard line. The snap went wild, but punter Mike Fox was able to chase down the ball and get off a two-yard punt. FDU took over on offense, but on first and 10 FD U quarterback Patrick O'Neill threw an interception to freshman cornerback John Darrah. A holding penalty during the interception dropped Wilkes back to its own eight-yard line. At this point Wilkes used its ground game to drive 92 yards in 11 plays to the FDU 19 yard line. On 1st and ten, sophomore Duran Porrino came i_nto the game to substitute for Kaskie. "Kaskie was gassed," explains head coach Frank Sheptock. "He was running the option and scrambling a little bit. All the op~ tions are designed so that he keeps the ball 75% of the time." Porrino, giving Kaskie a break, threw a 19- Football Continued on Page 16 TODAY(9/29) FRIDAY(1O/3) Into The Streets Week-thru Friday @ Volunteer Services Homecoming Dinner Dance@ Genetti 's 6 PM Production of "Mad Woman of Chaillot" @ Dorthy Dickson Darte 8 PM TUESDAY(9/3O) Commuter Council Meeting @ MSC Lounge 11 :30 AM Volleyball @ Scranton 7 PM Women's Soccer vs. Scranton@ Ralston 4 PM Women's Tennis vs. Kings@ Ralston 4 PM • WEDNESDAY(1O/1) Student Government Meeting @ Hiscox Suite 6 PM Women's Tennis @ FDU-Florham 3:30 PM Men 's Soccer vs.. Moravian @ Ralston 4 PM Field Hockey @ Manhattanville 4 PM Crossroads Coffeehouse Meeting @ First Methodist Church 6 PM THURSDAY(1O/2) Volleyball @ Scral)ton 7 PM Women's Soccer vs. Scranton @ Ralston 4 PM Women's Tennis vs. Kings @ Ralston 4 PM Production of "Mad Woman of Chaillot" @ Dorthy Dickson Darte Center 8 PM yard strike into the end zone to freshman receiver Jim Jordan for six points. With the extra point, the Colonels advanced their lead to 14-0. Wilkes would go on to score once more in the half when Trichilo made a I-yard dive into the end zone at the end of an 80yard drive with 2:59 left on the clock. Wilkes put up big offensive numbers on Saturday, after having a poor outing against Lycoming. Kaskie opened up his passing attack for the first time this season going 161 l for 123 yards. He also amassed 75 yards on the ground on 11 rushes . "Last week I know I came out completely flat," said Kaskie. "All the balls that were catchable were caught. That was an imThe Beacon!T. Mick Jenkins Matt Kaskie looks for a hole in FDU's defense during Saturday's game. SATURDAY(lO/4) Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk @ Kirby Park 9:30 AM Footbairvs Widener @ Ralston l PM (Homecoming) Field Hockey @ Philadelphia Bible 1 PM Volleyball @ Lebanon Valley 10:30 AM Women's Soccer vs. FDU-Florham@ Ralston 4 PM Men's Soccer vs. FDU-Florham @ Ralston 11 AM Production of "Mad Woman of Chaillot" @ Dorthy Dickson Darte Center 8 PM SUNDAY(lO/5) Production of"Mad Woman of Chaillot" @ Dorthy Dickson Darte 8 PM Congratulations to Eric Wolf for correctly identifying last week's "Find this Photo." As Wolf told us, the picture can be found on the first floor of the Eugene Farley Library. Find this Picture on Campus This photo was taken somewhere on W ilkes Univ · rsity's Campus. When you find it, email us at wilkesbeacon @hotmail.com. Be sure to put ·"campus Picture" as the subject heading, as well as your name and phone number in the body text. The first person to correctly Identify the location of this picture will be recognized in next weeks issue The Beacon we co1nes notices of events ... publicize, it's free! . Post your event by visiting www.wilkesbeacon.com or email wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com � 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 2003 September 29th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 September 29 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/f01047124b2013cdc13ae715d745c772.pdf 5ecb14a9b6ae3f5b8a3404c906a66528 PDF Text Text September 22, 2003 Volume 56 Issue 3 www.wilkesbeacon.com I I , THE NE"WS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE .JOURNALISTS OF TOMORRO"W * Urban Studies Institute in Planning Stages Institute will aim to assist in the revitalization of Wilkes-Barre BY GABRIELLE LAMB Beacon News Editor As new reports of city•wide defecits in Wilkes-Barre worry officials and residents, the future of a once booming city is becoming more and more questionable. Many college students often complain "there is nothing to do, " and the abandoned buildings downtown, such as the former Sterling Hotel, are evidence of the urban blight that has gripped Wilkes-Barre for the past decade. For many, the term "Public Square" is an oxymoron these days, after countless businesses have pulled out of the downtown location and only the weekly Farmer's Market seems to draw the sorts of crowds downtown used to claim every day of the week. However, in a few months Wilkes University officials hope that through a combined effort between local colleges and universities and city officials, Wilkes-Barre's future as an energetic, vital community may begin to take shape. Wilkes University is among several groups that have taken the lead in establishing the Urban Studies Institute downtown to initiate that revitalization process. According to the mission statement, the Urban Studies Institute will serve as a "catalyst for urban transformation, demonstrating innovative and best practice approaches to solving the urban challenges of small to midsize cities. The center assists policy makers and practitioners in making informed choices that influence community well-being." In other words, area colleges will form an alliance in an attempt to help cities like Wilkes-Barre with revitalization and renovation, and ultimately to make the community a better place. The Urban Studies Institute was made possible by a Wilkes University Board member who was passionate about ensuring a brighter future for the deteriorat. ing Wilkes-Barre. "The idea came from a gift of $300,000 from Wilkes University Board member BiJI Montague and his wife, who are deeply dedicated to the revitalization of WilJs!:s-Barre," said U nive rsity Pro vost Dr. Maravene Loeschke. "The gift ties in well with the objectives of President Gilmour and the other urban Studies Continued on page 4 . . The Beacon/Jay Mcl:;>errrtott Although the future of Wilkes-Barre appears questionable, there may be'hope in a new Urban Studies Institute initiated by· Wilkes and other local univeristies Abandoned Class Roster Raises Questions on Identity Security BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon Managing Editor "'"' l\ :The Beacon/Kristin Ha . the Red Cro,ss blood tjve,he!d'-[Oescf~y, Se~tember 16J?003 is ooly ooe~f roanycgmmt11JitY~~Njce projectsJhisyear. Communf ' .Se,. BYKRISllNKILE ,w%·· , ·.· • Ptol~.,rcts:. :a:r:e "Qnde t >"%@ . · a11~ . atea,throu Be(lCon ~(!;resp;;;e Ifholsitic learning.· · ell as out--0f.:clas~rootriJe?91erience~ . · ruversity seems"tohave alL..basescbvere<l his semester: Students are tinding't4ilt one ay to round out the education experience is hrough service learning. The Community Service Office has filled his .semester with nwnerous volunteer op- By~:ry week+st:u 9.·•.· .· € opypo -C·A·•rtun.ttie,s . to volved. · G~il.Minichiello,"Coordinator of,Commupity .Service and Area Coordi:nat<:>f,.-0f ResidenceLife said, 11Ourgoal and ouimission is really to get students inv:olved in community service, for them to learn more in a way outside the classroom to compli- ortunities. Charity fund-raisers, blood rives, and other activities will flood the Community-Service Continued on ilkes community and surrounding Wilkes- . page 2 variety of purposes including advisors' lists, Last week, The Beacon acqu~ed a student class lists, and financial aid information, roster from an English class listing students' am'ong others, the possibility of papers -benames, majors, grade years, and student iden- ing misplaced and left in public spaces raises tification numbers-i.e., social security num_- the potential for identity theft at Wilkes. . Indeed, identity theft is a significant probbers. The computer-printed roster, belonging to 1em. According to the Federal Trade Eileen Sweeney's English 121 I class, was Commission's latest report figures, there are -found in a computer lab in Breiseth Hall. Identity Security Continued on Sweeney, who was not aware that the roster had been left in the lab, acknowledged the page4 danger that identity theft p o s e s . . . - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - . in universities, commenting in an e-mail to The Beacon that "students quickly learn each other's access numbers and ...get into each other's 'stuff' without permission." t • ••••••••••••••• • •• In fact , th e discovery of Sweeney's class roster is not an unusual occurence. Because students' social security numbers are printed out and distributed to faculty and staff for a Index . News .......... :·.............................. 1-5 Editorial. ................................... 6-8 Features .............. 9-11 Arts & Entertainment. .......... 12-15 Sports ................... ................. 16-20 Calendar..................................... 20 �2 SEPTEMBER 22, 2003 NEWS Community Service Continued from page 1· ment what they're learning inside the in full force. Twice a semester the Red Cross, pus. Minichiello said, "A lot of them are off classroom.-to help the community, to along with the Community Service Office, in the community at different agencies. Somebe an asset and a resource for them holds a blood drive in the Student Union times they're at a church or at a school, or and try to get student volunteers out Building. The first blood drive this year was learning center. Sometimes we do bring there." held September 16, 2003. "We had a very people to campus. So it's kind of a variety. One annual event is an Alterna- successful blood drive; a lot More is out in the community and that's a ti ve Fall Break. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ great !hing to get students out From October I 0and a part of the Wilkes-Barre 12, 2003, students I definitely recommend getting involved either area." willembarkonatrip through the community service office or through Not only does the commuto Harrisburg and the number of on-campus organizations that do nity benefit from volunteering, team up with Habispecific projects. butthe students do as well. "By tat for Humanity Rejitha Devadoss being involved in community volunteers there. Junior Biology/Pre-Med major service, I know I am making "It's only about two an impact on someone's life. hours away so we - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Seeing the children smile can go down and we're going to stay of donors came out. We kind of stopped when you are helping them is the best feelin a church nearby and work at a it at 110, [but] we had a target of 65," said ing," said Fayock. house during the weekend, which Minichiello. "It was great to see donors and Devadoss added, "I definitely recommend they would normally have volunteers volunteers come out." The next blood drive getting involved either through the commuand do that the whole weekend," said is scheduled for November J8. nity service office or through the number of Minichiello. Rajitha Devadoss, junior biology/pre- on-campus organizations that _do specific Senior Kris Fayock, and president medicine major, is treasurer of Circle K. projec:ts." of Circle K, a community service club "Community service is a great way to get The next volunteer opportunity is a Habion campus, said he is unable to at- involve_d with fellow peers to help improve tat for Humanity workday on September 27. tend the Alternative Fall Break but the daily lives of everyday people. It's won- · "Into the Streets Week" will follow with a has worked with Habitat for Human- derful to know that what one does makes a week of various community service oppority in the past. "It was a great experi- difference," said Devadoss. tunities with local non-profits from Septemence, and I had a lot of fun, " said While Wilkes does host many community her 29 to October 3. Fayock. service activities, not all are located on cam"There's a lot of an opportunity to get inBlood drives are once again also volved," concluded Minichiello. WE GAINED WEIGHT You've Got News Seen our Scholarship Channel lately? We've added over 250,000 brand n.w scholarships and rovamped our entire site to give you more accurate search results! Get The Beacon in your lnbox Regist« now on our website and automatically receive an Email Edition of lhe paper with every new issue. Hecadline News • College Spom • Campus Calendar Local Weather • Daily Horoscope Check Out Beacon•s "'Scholarship Channel at: www.wilk~sbeacon..comJschofarships It's the beet way to smy infom,e<J... and ift free. ,. www.wUkesbeacon.com �3 Deadly Isabel Leaves Millions Powerless in its Wake Y JULIE HALENAR ssociated press writer ete Baron Appeal~ cqurt t~~recon~~~.~i;.p if SAN ItRANCISCO (AJJ)Z1'e . gubernatoriaLrecaU.electionagf-eed !)pd dates--on anotl:1er dip on;the legat roll¢r..c " The, 9th,U.S,>Qirclli!.:R,ourt '~f At>,pea convene an 11-'tnembei-panel will decid~ Governor-Gray bayis\ fate, · The .decision came four qays;:1fter a J:llle~ thsit the {)ct. 7 electionril.~stpe use the error-ijrope puncf!-c~<t,bJ 11anel qted,ilie'..S;µpn:me .•~uit1s. .Some·1egal ·e~perts ·sai ·' abo.u postn9pement · .oa.M<\ida U..J P. · · · · •· ... th . ;r, '1 that Mon WA.SH~GTON (AP)~ A rodent the size of a buffalo? Researchers say the)".have foundfosstls for a 1,545~pound giantthatthrived millions of years ago in a swampy 1 South Americanforest · · "lmagine. a weird.guinea pig, but huge, with a long taUfor.balancing on jts hlnd legs· a~d ~ontin~ously growing teetllt' said Marcelo Rr Sanchez~Vitlagta ofthe University of Tiib1ngen m Germany, the first author of~ study appearing this week in S,cience. The fonnal name of the rodent is Phoberomyspatterson. The last tenn is in honor of ~rian Patterson, a Harvard professor who led a fossil-collection expedition to Venezuela m the 1970s. Info~ally) t,he skeleton is caQed ''Goya.1' Resea.rchers found the fossils in a semidesert area of Venezuela; about 250 miles west of Caracas. · , · · •· _The largest living rodent~$ anotberSoutb,American animal, tl)e capybara, which can weigh UJ>. to J 1O.poup.ds. The mo11t commoQcJ:q<ients are mice, whjch weigh one to two ounces, and rats, which can wei.gl:!, ~p to 1Q.omices or mq.re. The rodent clan also includes squirrels. _beavers and prairie dogf , Warner, who advised that it could be several days before power is restored because of the extensive damage to utility lines. BALTIMORE (AP)- Isabel raced from Water service was lost or diminished in irginia to the Canadian border Friday, demany areas because pumping stations lost ivering far less rain than expected but leavpower; residents were advised to boil water ·ng millions without power, smashing homes before drinking it. nd causing tidal surges that trapped even By midday Friday, Isabel had moved into ome city dwellers in their homes. Canada with a 30 mph whimper,-a far cry At least 17 deaths and potentially billions from the 160 mph behemoth that had loomed f dollars in damage were blamed on Isabel, in the Atlantic just a week before. ·hich proved troublesome despite takingjust Along North Carolina's Outer Banks,. day to fizzle from a 100 mph hurricane into where Isabel f1rst made land Thursday, 30 mph tropical depression. Friday's brilliant sunshine brought the first A man in Rhode Island drowned after he real glimpse of the destruction. In the town as swept into the ocean by a giant wave of Kitty Hawk alone, at least three fishing hile walking along the shoi:e. piers crumbled into the surf and about 25 "You get to a point where it's out of your oceanfront homes were destroyed or ripped ontrol," said Trish Kaidanow, who sloshed from their foundations. · ut of her Broadway Deli ontctBaltimore On the only highway through the 120treets flooded with up to 7 feet of water from ,mile barrier islands, long stretches were simhe storm-swollen Chesapeake Bay. ply erased, or left pocked with asphalt craAt least 400 people, and even a dog or ters. Near the famed Cape Hatteras Lighto, bad to be rescued by boats, school buses house, Isabel's storm surge tore a new inlet nd dump trucks when flood waters spilled that stranded 300 residents and floated at ver the seawall onto the storefronts of the least one house into the Pamlico Sound. ity's famed Inner Harbor and up to the Authorities were still working to account for indowsills of rowhouses and even some all of the 4,000 coastal residents who refused uburban homes. to evacuate. An elderly couple in Bowleys Quarter-s Much of the destruction on the Outer as rescued from the attic of their house afBanks came late Thursday night, hours after er the home filled with water, county offithe strongest winds hit, when the tidal cycle ials said. combined to produce raging waves. She doesn't know how she did it, but 29"We kept hearing this real whirring noise," ear-o Id Evelyn Augosto walked three said Sandra Simmons of Avon. "I think it was ooded blocks with her three young children a tornado that had done~t. Our house is on fter neighbors urged her to get out. She put stilts and it was swaying. We had waves in ne child on her shoulders and a neighbor the toilet.' arried another while her 10-year-old son Farther inland, residents worked in the alked in water up to his chest. None ofth~m sunshi~e to repair damage from waist-deep an swim. floodwaters that rushed in and quickly re"I was scared, but I had to get myself toceded. ether to not get my kids scared," she said, "It kind of looks like they misplaced the dding that her children kept saying, bomb for Saddam and dropped it here," said "Mommy, mommy, we're going to drown." 72-year Brooks Stalnaker, whose home was Mayor Martin O'Malley, whose city also one of 30 destroyed in the inland commu·s dealing with 63,000 people without power, nity of Harlowe, N .C. "We just got totaled." aid: "We never thought we'd have enough •Because Isabel sped out of the country at andbags to hold back the Chesapeake Bay, more than a 20 mph clip, it spared.many arnd that's what we're dealing with now." eas the worst. West Virginia got up to 51 /2 Maryland Gov. Robert Ehrlich on Friday inches of rain -but far less than the original sked for federal disaster aid, which Presi~ forecast of a foot. Pennsylvania received only ent Bush has granted to Virginia and North I to 3 inches-not the 6 to 9 inches once arolina. feared. In all, about 6 million people from North But Federal Emergency Management arolina to New York lost power from IsabelAgency director Michael Brown warned that 1.6 million of them in southeastern and cenIsabel's flooding threat may be a delayed ral Vi rginia, where uprooted trees and reaction. owned power lines closed hundreds ofhigh "Because Isabel mo ved through so ays and secondary roads. Debris was scatqu~ckly, we're going to see some blue skies ered everywhere. Long lines spilled around and people will think it's all over with. But asoline stations that managed to stay open. indeed we still have a very good chance of About 16,000 Virginians were in shelters; some flash flooding . We wifl still have some 8,000 in North Carolina. rivers that continue to creep up on their banks Virginia also had nine deaths-more than and overspill," Brown said. ny other state. Six motorists died there, as id two people hit by trees and a man who ied when his canoe capsized. "We've just gone through the worst storm ·n the Commonwealth probably in at least a 0 L==============================~======:::::::::::::::==::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::====~~eneration," said Virginia Gov. Mark R. �4 Urban Studies Continued from page 1 Presidents who want the institutions of higher education to be a part of the healthy future of the city and its development as an exciting college town for students. 11 The University matched the donation made by Montague and collected ahother $100,000 from other colleges and universities that had the same goals and wishes. These surrounding colleges and universities include King's College, Luzerne County Community College, Penn State Wilkes-Barre, and College Misericordia. "The major goal of the Institute is to work with the other colleges and universities and community leaders to revitalize WilkesBarre. It is also hoped that when it is successfully completed the Institute can be a resource for other cities in the area to help plan their revitalization," said Loeschke. Dr. Thomas Baldino, Professor of Political Science, and advocate for the Urban Shldies Center said the Jnstitute wiJI aim to work with administrators and city officials to improve not only Wilkes-Barre, but any other city that may seek the assistance. Identity Security NEWS "Starting with Wilkes-Barre the center ~ill try to assist community leaders and city administrators ... to improve the city. We expect that once the staff has been hired, they will ... help to bring in grants, help in bridging together (local schools) and _help with promoting the city. Ultimately once we see if this center works for Wilkes-Barre the center can hopefully offer services to other surrounding cities, such as Hazleton, Scranton, and Kingston," said Baldino. Baldino also said that the center will aim to have a full staff and a director is currently being sought by a headhunting firm that the university has hired. "This office will have a director, a secretary, and somewhere down the line a researcher. The director's job will be to help with grants, help with networking, and training and educating the staff," said Baldino. Eventually, the students will make up the staff of the center, helping out with projects and assisting the director, much Continued from page 1 over 160,000 reported victims of identity theft in the United States every year-with 26% of those victims in the 18-29 age bracket. Often, identity thieves need little der the in;ipression that the change would begin this fall with_the incoming freshmen class, no number change has taken place more than an .....,.-"'·····-·······-·-··•·"··--···-"-,~ --,,--r--·- ·--·-···--·-· as yet. individual's name · Dr. Paul Adams, and social security Vice-Presinumber to access dent of Stuprivate information, dent Affairs, take out credit cards said "The or loans out in the . Academic acquired name, or l.T. (Inforcreate a false driver mation-Techlicense. nology) With the risks in- . Committee is volved social secu- · already comrity numb~r use, one of the students on the mitted to making the change, so the change found roster, sophomore business adminisis corning." He added, "I think it's just a tration major Will Wilson, wonders why the matter of them implementing it according university chooses to use social security numto their priorities. There are any number bers as student ID numbers. of projects that they (LT.) are slated to do, "Every paper I sign here at Wilkes asks and it's a matter of their opinion of where for my social security number," Wilson said, this one slots into the hierarchy." illustrating, "When I go down to use the Some of the factors that may affect the weight room, they ask you to sign in with project's prioritization, as Adams pointed your name and social security number. So the out, include that there has never been a person who's in charge of that work study, _ reported case of identity theft on campus they could have access to everybody." due to the use of social security numbers, He added, "If it's out there in the open like nor has there been much of an outcry from that.. .who knows where it could end up?" the Wilkes body complaining of the use. Wilson is not alone in his query. Student "Have I ever had a student come up to me Life and Media Committee (SLAM) investiand say, 'this is a problem,' Never." But gated fhe use of Social Security numbers as Adams pointed out that he still thinks it ID numbers last year; and investigat:on that "needs to be done." resulted in a recommendation to university "I don't think any of us are interested in administration in October of 2002 to "begin holding onto the Social Security numbers." an assignment of unique identifiers for Adams said. Wilkes identification as soon as possible for ·Dr.Fred Sullivan, Dean ofTechnology, all campus members," according to the proexplained the progress to date saying, "In posal. The proposal, which made its way to the spring ... we went through ... and identithe President's cabinet, resulted in an acafied all of the problems that are likely to demic task force committee to address the come up as we try to convert over." Addissue. ing that currently, "the task force that is So then why is the Wilkes community still _working on this is setting up a timeline to using social security numbers? do the changeover." While some members of SLAM were un- • like the Small Business Development Center on the Wilkes University campus does now. Both Baldino and Loeschke expect that this can eventually lead to internships and networking with local business people, which will greatly benefit students. "We want the Urban Studies Institute to provide internship and service learning opportunity to participate in the planning for revitalizing the city. This would be invaluable experience for students interested in planning, politics, city renewal, architecture and other areas " said Loeschke. ' Thus far, the Wilkes University has raised nearly $1 million, which can fund the first few years of the Institute's existence before it will become self-sufficient. "The university is very close to raising $1 million for this . .The goal is actually to exceed it. That millio_n dollars 1>1ill provide the endowment that will gener-atc enough money to pay the salaries of the director, the secretary... for the first three years ...The center will be· selfsufficient within five years. The money it brings in for projects will pay for itself. So this won't SEPTEMBER 22 2003 be costing the students anything, 11 explained Baldino. Baldino also stated that although it is tentative, hopes are that the center will-be functioning by January. "The first meeting of the Board was in August. The headhunting firm is now conducting its work to identify its list of candidates to serve as director. I think we will try to have a director on board by November. Of course that depends on when the person is available and so on. But I think we really do want to try and have this up and running by January, which would coincide with the new Mayor coming in. That would be good. There is a new mayor gearing up and new urban studies center gearing up. Hopefully, there is some energy that can be generated by this," said Baldino. · Baldino also pointed out that this can be a great way to improve the relations between local communities and the surrounding colleges and universities. "We want to be good neighbors and we want our students to be enriched by these experiences," concluded Baldino. But Sullivan also warned, "It's not something doesn't only concern the current Wilkes that can happen instantly. The problem is that population, but former members as well. "Its Social Security numbers are used in our main _not just current students and employees, but administrative sysrem, which is Banner. But it's also 20,000 alumni in our database." they are also used· ir, the One-Card system Sullivan explained that alumni ID numbers (which controls among other things, parking lot are still used to track gifts made to the school ,gates, room doors,.and m_eal plans on campus). from the alumni. And they're also usd in the library system. So Despite these obstacles, Sullivan stili'exyou have three inter-.:onnected systems, and so pects the change to happen in the near fuyou have to deal with the· problem at all three ture, saying, "I would hope that we would places." start doing this by next fall~but that's not a One of the biggest potential problems, promise." Sullivan cited, involves the Financial Aid OfUntil Wilkes begins using alternative stufice. Sullivan explai~ed that because the gov- - dent !D's, both Adams and Sullivan stressed ernment tracks financial aid through social se- that if a student feels uncomfortable with his curity numbers, the change-over process has to or her social security number being used, The be done with some care. Registrars' Office can, by request, change a "What we have to do, is make sure that when student's ID number to a randomly assigned we repiace the primary ID in Banner... we're not one immediately. Employees of the universcrewing· up all of our financial aid reports." sity can do the same through the Human Sullivan said. Resources Office. Sullivan also pointed out that the problem The Beacon/Kristin Hake On Sunday,.September 21, pharmacy students in the class of 2007 were inducted officially into the Nesbitt School of Pharmacy with the 8th annual Professional Initi~tiOn ~monY,:.~beltf:r k~own as the "White Coat Ceremony." 67 pharmacy maJors rece•ved their white Jackets after a keynote address from Dr. Richard R. Srn(ga, fharrman ofthe PA State Board of Pharmacy. �SEPTEMBER 22, 2003 . NEWS 5 Student Government Debates Constitutional Changes BY JOE DeANGELIS Beacon Layout Artist Campaigning for Freshmen and replacement elections for Student Government (SG) have already beg . to start up. A number of candidates who are running for a spot on SG are hoping to play an active role in decision-making for their class this year. However, the voting procedures and policies used in the upcoming election may soon be changing. Some of the rules of elections outlined in SG's constitution have come under scrutiny recently-namely, the rules concerning write-in candidates. In SG, as some students run for high positions in office, others aim to be class representatives. In order to run as an officer (President, Vice President, representative etc.), he or she must collect a specific number of supporting signatures from their peers. For example, Presidential nominees need 100 signatures to be put on the ballot while Vice President nominees need 75, and Representatives need 50. However, with write-in candidates, a student can be voted into SG without even having to run for office. All they have to do is fill out their own name in the write-in space on the ballot;.if he or she recieves the most votes on the ballot, he or she can assume office without ever havi~g to go through the signature process. "In order for a write-in, it's just a blank space that you write somebody's name ·in," explained SG Treasurer, Madhan Srinivasan, junior biology/pre- med major. "It's for someone who hasn't write-in candidate might have eight votes run but has interest in it and wants to see campus-wide and still win. The controversy . what happens." arises when a person who clearly wants to Some members of SG complain the serve and attains clear support-though not policy desuades current ~G Represe~ta_enough in the race in which they are tives from trying for higher office w1thm entered-cannot serve, and a person who has the group, saying that it could leave those not launched a campaign and possibly !Jas who leave their current position to seek a no interest in campus service is thrust into a higher positions in office, such as Presiposition. · dent or Vice President, without a position "I think a concern that some members at all. of Student Government have is that if you "They would run, lose, and then all have students who are truly interested and. the remaining spots would be filled (by write-ins) before they could get a They're taking a risk by gofng for such a chance to get in," said SG spot but they don't have a fall back option. Parliamentarian Abhishek Madhan Srinivasan Nenani, a business/preStudent Governement Tretlsurer med major. "They're taking a risk by going for such a high spot but they don't want to get involved, they may be excluded have a fall back option," Srinivasan said. by doing everything right procedurally," If a candidate runs for President or said Dean of Students Mark Allen, who is Vice President that person cannot run also advisor for SG. simultaneously for a representative "This is also a concern because the position. However, in a representative candidate who is written into office might race that has no candidates on the slate, not want to take the position seriously. The often a write-in name may win_with only a six people (running) may be totally qualihandful of votes. fied (or) they might not," Srinivasan said. The assumption is that those who "Seldom do we have write-in candi- . run for an office are likely committed to dates that actually follow through, because the idea of campus government service. the write-in candidates don't even consider However, a representative might be themselves for the position," Allen said. elected who has little or no interest in a "1'hat really is the issue-to get people who representative position, but whose friends are most interested in getting involved get together and decide to write his or her versus those with a fleeting interest or no name into the write-in ballot. Though the interest at all." PresidentialNice Presidential candidate As a result, SG representatives are might win 100 or more votes and lose, a currently considering alternative procedures to the traditional write-in ballot approach. 3152 Lehigh Street Allento-.vn m 1hia Sc..ith If the decision is made to change the nature of the write-in ballots, that means that there will have to be a change made to the SG Constitution, which is a fairly drawn-out process. "We don't just make final decisions," Nenani said, who is also on the Constitutional Committee responsible for making those changes if they come about. "That's not even how we go about doing things." This also means that no changes will be · made to effect the upcoming elections. . Possible changes to the ballots could include a minihigh mum percentage for those to be qualified for the position. Also, students could need a certain nu~ber of write-in votes to be considered eligible for the position. Another idea under SG consideration is that the write-in candidates might have to go get a certain number of signatures from their peers. Members of SG are also discussing plans to put up an Internet survey to see what the students think about the issue. Besides the write-in candidate issue; SG is also considering making other changes to its Constitution. One idea includes removing the current obligation for every class president to hold one whole-class meeting per year. Also, SG is proposing to remove the requirement of the to Budget Committee to audit every single club on campus yearly; they propose, instead, to simply reserve the right to any of the clubs affilated with the SG. Before any changes can be made to the constitution, they must be put to a vote by the entire student body. SALE Aug. 9 - Sept. 20 Mell 610-791-7rn; Mo~Sat 9..9~Sun 1CL6 011' ,a,,·~"d.i)' It:!N prli:Qs through Si;p. 21 Business Professor, Dr. Anne Batory is shown giving a presentation to the Consumer Behavior class on the new Jay Sidhu School of Business and Leadership, slated to,begin in the .Fall gf 2004, �6 EDITORIAL SEPTEMBER 22, 2003 The Editorial Board Opinon Article: Total California Recall Spells Doom for Future of Politics Hey, have you heard about the ter Hollywood. Or maybe "send in dates. comes from the top. gas prices coupled with a war that new hit mini-series coming to TV? the clowns" is a better way-to dePolitics is no joke or fantasy continues, despite being "over." Gary Coleman, the star of DifThis one will be great! It will cost scribe the competition. It's time to snap out of our fanferent Strokes, is one candidate en- world. When we start trivializing $35 million and offer a star studWhat this recall has ultimately tering the election. Coleman who the positions in government, we end tasy world double shot of entertainded cast consisting of Gary succeeded at is not improving the couldn't keep a job as a secuup with unqualified leaders. We ment and government. It is no ("whatchu talking 'bout") Coleman, state of government but rather rity guard because -he slappe Gallagher (the fruit smashing co- opening the floodgates to those un- a woman, is a fine example c "I thought (the recall) was a joke. And I thought hey, median), Larry (Hustler) Flynt, qualified "candidates," thus under- the attitude that does not tak why not. I'm probably the least qualified for the job but Ariana (Gossip Supremo) mining the original electoral pro- governance serious!) I'll have some great people around me." Huffington, porn star Mary Carey, cess and the entire concept of de- Coleman told CNN, "I thougt Gary Co/e_m an and the Termi~ator himself, Arnold mocracy. And if this recall is effec- (the recall) was a joke. And CA Gubernatorial Candidate Schwarzenegger. How can it not get tive in unseating Davis, no govern- thought hey, why not. I'm prot the ratings? ment official is safe in his/her of- ably the least qualified for th This amazing series comes job but I'll have some to you thanks to collaboratgreat people around me." don't have to look far to see incom- longer a joke. The future mainteing artists from Hollywood Ah, that should put Califor- petence at its finest when one who nance and existence of our country and Washington. You see, this cannot balance or manage a base- depends on the serious leaders we nians at ease. won't be the first time these Or maybe it's 22-year old ball team (Texas Rangers) becomes put into office ... and on how seritwo camps have put together porn star, Mary Carey, President. Today we sit in a ously we take our obligation as vota successful saga. You might whose platform is to hire crumbled economy with sky-high ers. remember the Iraqi War with XXX stars to get better gratuitous live "look ins" on wholesale electricity prices, actiofi down in the trenches. tax deductible lap-dances, That show sustained our at- · and a "Pornos for Pistols" tention and ratings for some program where people trade time until the images were no in guns for X-rated films. Or longer shocking or new-the maybe Larry Flynt, creator American public has -a short of porn magazines Hustler Managing Editor: ............................. Gabe LeDonne attention span, after all. But and Barely Legal who aims Asst. Managing Editor: ................... Raphael Cooper· this California Recall that is to legalize prostitution? Or Busin~s Manager: ............. :............. David J. Grasso scheduled to debut October 7 Gallagher the comedian? Or does offer a few new interestwhy not just elect the Ter- Asst. Business Manager: .................. Amanda Martucci ing twists guaranteed to keep minator himself? C'mon, if News Editor: ..................................... Gabrielle Lamb us watching, at least until he can take out aliens and Features Edito~: ............................... Lindsey Wotanis something new comes along. predators, then why Arts/Entertainment Editor: ............ Melissa Jurgensen All sarcasm aside, it is rewouldn't he be able to run a Opinion/Editorial Editor: ................ Ginger Eslick . ally getting hard to determine budget already in deficit Sports Editor: ................................... Stephen K,.emble the difference between enteramong other issues? tainment from politics these The Capitolizing of Hol- Photo Editor: .................. ."................. Kristin Hake days. The California Recall lywood circus does not stop Layout Artists: .................................. Jennifer Marks election is just another sad there. The Game Show NetKerri Parrinello political situation which has work has recently anKevin Fitzsimmons turned into a media frenzy nounced its new program, with viewers sitting in front &................................................................................................._ _................... "Who Wants To be Gover, Joe DeAnge_lis of the TV, eating popcorn waiting fice. And while it might be a way nor of California?" Former MTV Asst. News Editor: ............................ Julie Melf to see what happens next. But be- of shaking up our officials, it leaves VJ Kennedy will host it to be aired Asst. Features Editor: ...................... Elvira I11iano fore the effects and repercussions loopholes for ousting the righteous. October l. Five candidates (includAsst. A&E Editor: ...... :..................... Monica Cardenas of this glorified, freak-show elecln any office one cannot make ing Carey and Coleman) will debate Jeff Geller tion are laid out, let's just see how all the right calls and there will al- on issues concerning the Governor Asst. Op/Ed Editor: .......................... Sabrina McLaughlin we got to this point. ways be a sense of"coulda, woulda, recall. Game Show Network PresiAccording to the 1.6 million shoulda". But_such power to recall dent Rich Cronin said, "This debate Asst. Sports Editors: ........................ Will Midgett people living in the Golden State basically ensures that the active mi- is for entertainment purposes only, Asst. Photo Editor: ........................... T. Mick Jenkins of California, current Governor nority might just amass enough and our lawyers made it clear to me, Web Manager: ............ , ..................... Don Shappelle Gray Davis has been ineffective. power to make radical change. Take I should say this debate is for enCiting reasons such as raising taxes for example a state like Georgia tertainment purposes only." Glad to Faculty Advisor: ........: ..... , ................ Dr. Andrea Frantz $8 billion, state bankruptcy, and a where the Ku Klux Klan held a iot see democracy is being taken seriplummeting surplus resulting in a of power for many years. If Klan ously. Thomas Jefferson would be Box 111, Wilkes University $34.8 billion deficit, these petition- members were to rally the troops, so proud. ers argue it's time for a change. so to speak, gathered names on pe192 South Frankliii St. Depressing as it may sound, Therefore, thanks to something titions, and captured the media's Gov. Gray Davis is the most quali•Wilkes-Barre, PA _18766 called Initiative and Referendum in attention, then leaders of African- fied for the job. Once one is voted (570) 408-5903 California, the people can say ef- American descent, Jews, and into office there are no more "do fectively, "We want a do-over," and Catholics could be exhausted just overs." While Davis clearly faces E-mail: wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com a recall election that challenges the because of nonsense. problems, it is a term he was voted existing office-holder is ordered. And that is unfortunately what irr for by the majority. ln a ceuntry Anyone can run in the recall as long our country is headed towards-a where e_conomies are plummeting * Established m 1944 * Pnnted on Mondays, with as he or she gets the requisite num- fantasy world where almost every- all over and budget deficits and the exception of holidays ber of names on a nomination peti- thing is a joke or for entertainment bankruptcy are becoming common- * Member of the Pennsylvania Newspaper Association * 1,500 papers distributed tion and a few measly dollars. En- purposes. Just look at the candi- place, why single out Davis? It all -BEACON THE . Staff . . ,. Backgro~nd weekly . . �SEPTEMBER 22, 2003 EDITORIAL 7 Going the Extra Miles and Mil_es and Miles " Wei/Deserved Recognition ing and life as .part of Provost to improve and strengthen writing about these efforts in the coming Social Sciences, I am asked daily Marvene Loeschke's campus-wide skills through structured writing ex- months. My desire today is to rec- about how busy I am. Yes, I have initiative to create a guided and in- periences over two semesters in dif- , ognize the enormous commitment a lot to do; but these people do a terconnected undergraduate learning ferent courses. of time, energy, intellect, and pas- lot, and I am deeply appreciative experience at Wilkes University. Several faculty and staff are sion each of these rem,arkable of their hard work. Just as all of you students are beginning to grow • There are two learning com- also exploring a new approach- to people have put into these pilots. munity pilots involving roughly 44 advising with freshmen in the ColThe faculty and staff in- accustomed to the workload, students. One group of freshman lege of Arts, Humanities, and So- volved still have all of their regu- schedule, and rhythm of college BY DR. DARIN E. FIELDS resident students is living togetheron cial Sciences. Working with Jim lar work to do. That, in and of it- again (or for the first time), so it is Dean of the College ofArts, the same floor of Evans this fall. Harrington, anadvisingteamoffac- self, is a lot of work. These efforts also with all of us. For these indiHumanities, and Social Sciences These students fake the same English ulty (Dr. Janet Stamer, Dr. Tom are in addition to and not in lieu of viduals, this fall brings another If you are a freshman partici- 101 course with Dr. Phyllis Weliver Baldino, Dr. Andrea Frantz, Dr. Ed teaching a full load of courses, con- layerofactivities and work and still pating in one of the several under- and the same Freshman Foundations Schicatano, Dr. Steven Thomas) ducting scholarship and research~ more challenges in balancing time, graduate experience pilot pro- course with Mr. Jim Harrington. and staff (Tom Thomas, Andita serving on other committees, advis- family, and c;areer. They are not grams, you will know the people I These two classes are linked closely Parker-Lloyd, and Brian Sacolic) ing students, directing the Leam- doing it for extra money. They are am about to mention. Many of the in theme, assignments, and activities. are working with all freshman ad- ing Center, or the Writi_ng center; not doing it because someone told rest of you will know them as well In similar fashion, a group of com- visors in the college. to develop a running the library, advising The thelrito do it. They have taken on because they are some of our most muter students are taking English more personalized and supportive Beacon, directing the Choral En- these extra duties with passion and talented and gifted faculty and 101 and Communications 1O1 to- . · advising experience. for students. semble, or coordinating multi-cul- desire to improve your education staff, but you may not be aware of getherwith Dr. Janet Stamer and Dr. I have deliberately be.en brief tural affairs. These people are noth- and to make Wilkes University a · in my description of each- of these ing less than extraordinary. great place to live and learn. Thank the wonderful things they are do- Mark Stine. A freshman writing pilot in- pilots because any one. of them ing this semester. Right in the midst of the fall them when you get the chance. This academic year Wilkes valving four faculty (Dr. Jarret would take pages to describe.fully. semester start-up and nearing the is experimenting with different ap- Stamer, Dr. Agnes Cardoni, Dr. Tom Furthermore, as a campus-commu- end of my first fourmonths as Dean proaches to undergraduate learn- Baldino, and Mr. Jack Grier) seeks - nity, all of us will be-hearing more College of Arts, Humanities, and _ Can We ·Trust Our Gov.e.nJDent? ''Art" and Art: BY MEAGAN BROWN Beacon Correspondent The government, like individualpeople, works at sati_sfying itself not others. Can we really trust the government, or do our representatives invent truths that give us. ,a false sense of security just so they can avoid dealing with a problem and make us feel secure? Conspiracy is a word we use often. To some, however, their lives revolve around searching out government cover-ups. Conspiracy theory websites fill the Internet, claiming to offer the counter "truths" to what the government tells us. One such website, <abovetopsecret.com>, discusses topics ranging from Area 51 to weather modification. Area 51 is actually Groom Lake, a secret testing site for the flight tests of Lockheed Martin's spy planes, authors of the site claim. Some of the other claims are ridiculous, such as aliens being seen from Apollo 10 and the government's ability to "own the weather." However, these claims bring up one good point, is our government truthful? Why did we wage a war against Iraq? Was it for the reasons that the President tells us: Saddam was building dangerous weapons, or was it for another reason? The Democratic faction of our government believes that Bush waged war in order to gain Iraqi oil, which would help in drastically reducing our gas prices. Only time dows. will tell if this accusation is true.Gas. Enron is anotherinastrin~many prices- are skyrooketing now hut if illustrations of our corrupt and sethe Democrats are right; we will see cretive nation. Enron, as a company, a sudden drop in the pricing due to was doing badly for quite.some.time our purchase of Iraqi oil. but the "underlings" or-m;m-execuLet's look to a more painful occa.- tives were not told what was hapsion. Most of America was shocked pening. At the end of the whole on September 11, 2001. The ones scandal people's lives were shatwho weren't, we are now seeing, tered, they had lost their money and were members of our own govern- they were unemployed. Had the ment, the exact people who are in company, and subsequently the charge of keeping us safe. Many government, alerted the people to facts of9/1 l are suddenly"coming to , what was happening, the whole light just two short years after. We scandal could have easily been havefoundoutthatourofficialswere avoided. Later, we found out that not oblivious; they had evidence that Enron was a huge contributor to a sizeable terrorist attack would hap- President Bush's campaign and pen to a city on the East Coast. But Vice-President Cheney met with our representatives in Washington Enron officials days before Enron's decided to withhold the facts from fall. Are we really to believe that the American people and just let us the government had no prior knowlbelieve that the entire country was edge of Enron's failing business? completely taken by surprise. And Seems a bit suspicious to me. Had now over 3,000 people are dead as a the government told what informaresult. tion they had on Enron the whole Another example of withheld in- scandal may never have happened. formation is the country's colored Who else can we trust in this alert system. The color is constantly world if not the people who are changing, orange to yellow, orange making decisions for us? The to red, back and forth like we're on a American people should always be seesaw. The color changes more told the truth notjust led blindly into than Michael Jackson's nose, but are a false sense of security. Septemthe American people ever told what her 11, the war in Iraq, our colorinformation was gained to change coding system, all have been that colored alert? No we are not. We shrouded in lies. Is it really good are just expected to adjust blindly to for the American people or would what the government says. I, for one, the release of vital information help want to know what sort of threats, if us, perhaps even save lives and alany, are being made to our country low us to make well-informed debefore I go out and buy duct tape and cisions? plastic wrap for my doors and win- Caring Enough to Express Yourself BY MATTHEW JONES Beacon Columnist "My Life Has Been Empty, My Life Has Been True." I forget who said that, but I wish I could say the same, at least about the last part. I have a difficult time grasping direction in my young and curiously complicated life, as I imagine many other "kids" (let's face it, we're not adults) my age do. The world today just doesn't make any sense to me. Everything seems to be a glaring contradiction of what feels right. Politics, music, war, school, parents, and relationships all seem to strive towards finding this proverbial pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. I don't know about you, but I feel as though I've made it that far and all I found was the charred and smoking remnants of something that could have been a pot someday long ago, left there by previous generations. I could sit here and waste everyone's time describing how great it must have been years ago when the youth of this country had a unifying purpose-and I guess I'm going to. The Beats-acknowledged their lack of direction and they made.art (books, poetry, music)r the hippies actually believed in peace and love, They made art, too. And even Generation X ~ame together to commiserate over their inexplicable depression and art soon followed. So what's our problem? We have something along the lines of a war going on, but we don't unify over peace. Well, some tried to protest but I'm pretty sure that's just because that hot girl in biology was doing it (or vice versa). We have a grotesque lack of directiorr(mrving a major is not having direction-mull that one over for awhile and you'll see what I mean), yet we only downplay it and have another beer. Our generation has art but...wait; no, we definitely don't have art. Could this be it? True artistic expression .. .is that what's lacking? Well, yes, and that's the problem. We certainly have artists who express themselves but NO ONE NOTICES. This is not good. To express feelings today jsn't only unpopular, it's practically mocked by the majority. Those people who pour their hearts out over poetry and music are looked at as weird, different and even lazy (I'm talking to you, parents). So what's popular? Well here's a list: murderers Art Continued on page 8 �8 EDITORIAL SEPTEMBER 22 2003 Point/Counterpoint: Are Online Courses For You? Today on-line courses are of fered everywhere. You can even get a degree online through various institutions. Some people view these courses as a way to conveniently learn without having to go into the classrooms. Others believe that time constraints will be too severe and expectations of instructing yourself will be nearly impossible to meet. Whatever your stance may be this issue is one worth thinking about because we are faced more and more with the choice ofwhether or not we should try an online course. Ginger Eslick Slackers initially attracted to online courses Most people choose to take an online course because they are convenient-or at least they appear to be. What could be better than doing work in the comfort of your own home? There is no hassle of driving to school, and forget about participating in class, the most participation that is done in through work e-mailed to the professor teaching the course. What most people don't realize is the amount of work and time needs to be put into online courses. There sole purpose is not to make your hfe easy and help you get an A with little or no effort. Effort will be put into the class like you never imagined. You may slack for a little while-after all, who will know? It is not as if roll is being taken here. But when you get down to the bottom line you will realize that if you don't have your work done, if you don't read your assignments, manage your time in an effective way and TEACH YOURSELF enough to be able to pass a test, well, then my friend, you are fooling yourself by thinking online courses are for you. 0f course, we are bound to find more online courses in our future. Online courses are perceived to be an easy and immediate way to skip out of taking a "real" class. Living in a nation that privileges ease and immediacy, such as we are, the notion of an online course seems like a dream.come true. Well, you may be right about one thing, it is a dream. Wake up and face reality. Kari Parienello Online courses offer flexibility, new challenges Last spring, when it came time to register for classes, who really looked into each course thoroughly-? I know I didn't, but I knew that I wanted to spend as little time in a classroom as humanly possible. When I stopped at the Registrar's Office, they had a revised class list, and I chose to substitute my traditional in-class English 120 with the online class. It was really a great thought, but what attracted me to this class? Was it the fact that I didn't need to leave my room to complete assignments and participate in class discussions? Or maybe the idea that I'd never have to feel self-conscious about asking questions or giving wrong answers. The first thing stated on the Wilkes University Online Course web site<www.online.wilkes.edu> is that "online learning is not for everyone." This is totally true. I've heard horror stories about students not completing assignments or having friends take their classes for them, but I think this is the most amazing concept. The biggest problem with these classes that I've had is that getting a hold of the professor is a little more difficult, but that is something that can be dealt with. A student can take part in these classes from anywhere, so if there's an emergency and a student can't be at their own computer, they can access assignments and discussion groups from anywhere. People who travel a lot for work can take the courses and not have to worry about missing any class time. These classes provide a sense of flexibility to students that traditional classes don't give, and I feel that in the next few years, online courses and others like them will become more popular. The Beacon/Jay McDermott Poster Sale Crowds Student Center The Student Union Center was jam-packed this past Tuesday and Wednesday with a variety of posters. The poster choices were varied greatly. Some of the posters shown were movie posters, celebrity posters, and cartoon character posters. Students crammed around the posters looking for something to fit their needs. 1-------------------------Art Continued from page 7 and drug-dealers (that's thug rap, yo), souless disposable moneymaking marketing tools (virtually everything on MTV), and talentless hacks masquerading as sensitive Jove-tom artists (95% of rock music, including most "emo" .... ugh). This shameless ignorance of anything "real" and "inspired" is the drive behind this generation's alienation. The majority is responsible for this rift and they seem to be perfectly happy with it. Well, maybe they don't even notice it, so they have no feelings towards what I'm talking about. Maybe this article will help them realize and suddenly everything will be perfect and we'll all go dancing through the streets, ecstatic with the notion that we are actually alive, and dammit, no cine can take that from us. Probably not, though. Maybe I'm just wasting my own time saying something about it. Yeah, that's probably it. All right, I'm done. Who needs a drink? Tooley, sentence Raises Death Penalty Issue Locally Y SABRINAMcLAUGHLIN eacon Asst. Op/Ed Editor I don't support capital punishent, because I believe that it is ngerous for it to exist unless we an guarantee that our system is erfectly just and infallible. We can ever reach that level of infallibilty because perfect omniscience is ot humanly possible. Any student of socfology can tell you that our justice system is far from perfect, although those who · strive to make it as just' and equitable as it can possibly be are to be commended. But it is a hard fact that trµe 'equality under law' does not exist. More often than we like to think, innocentpeople have been put to death--theif innocence proven too late. Flaws, glitches, errors, and biases occur all too often:. For instance, why are African-,Hispanic~ and Native-Americans more likely to be sentenced to death than whites who comm.it the same crime? Why is a man who c'ommits the same type of crime as a woman likeierto be executed? Ifa person , commits murder in Texas, why is he or she more likely to be sen- tenced to death? This past Monday, in a local case, jurors were asked to decide whether or not convicted murderer Larry Tooley should forfeit his life as punishment for his crimes. Tooley was found guilty of murdering a 16-year-old boy during a robbery. Ten jurors voted that Tooley should receive thb ultimate punishmentfor his crime. Two others could not bring themselves to sentence the man to death. _ In Pennsylvania a jury must vote unanimously for the death penalty. Ifagreement is not reached amongst the jurors, the sentence defaults to life imprisonment, and this is what occurred in the Tooley oase. Some would no doubt find fault with the jurors who voted against the oeath penalty for Tooley. After all, the man has been convicted of coldly shooting down a teenage boy in his own home, ending a promising young life, not to mention the sorrow and trauma caused for the boy's family. But I know that I would not ~ t to be in a position where I would be asked to make a decision to sentence a man to death. Even if the law says that capital punishment is just undet the circumstances, I would-still find it difficult to come to terms with having a hand in an action that led to the loss of another's life, even if that person had robbed someone else of their life. If some feel that in these capi cases justice is not served if the tence is not death. there is this i consider-what if, after all, th harsher punishment is life i prison? In a case in Utah in 1977, co victed murderer Gary Gilmore su cessfully lobbied to be immediate} executed rather than wait out lengthy appeals process on de row. For him, prison was truly fate worse than death. Perhaps the just punishment · that rather than receive the quic painless release of death, Toole must spend the remainder of ht days contemplating bis crimes 1 what many who know the priso system say is a hell on earth. �FEATURES SEPTEMBER 22 2003 9 Ancient Artifacts To Be Cataloged b}' Wilkes Students . appraise the collection at . artifact . . Wilkes. Kintz 1s a professional archeologist who has dug all.over the world, in places such as, Norway, London and England. Kintz appraised the artifacts at approximately $4,000. Kintz now uses the artifacts to teach students in lier Introduction to Anthropology class. Kintz has. developed groups of students who Studying the materials from which the artifacts are made is also a good way for students to indicate HE BUSIU.SS AND ACCOUNTING (B&f) CLUB Wilkes University students what time period a certain artifact %= ~ :: ;<': :;:.:: '\ :/ know that in every classroom lies O Dr. Anne ,Batory, Advisor . "" A . T "" is from. The materials used desomething valuable, if they look or pended on the geology of where the BeacomWhe~ was the Business anq Accounting (8&f'.).flub listen hard enough. But what they created? ' ·•·• , t ,. tj artifact was found. Different geomay not know is that in one par• logical areas contained varied Dr. .Anne Bator:y, Advisor: I do not know. Th~. club has ticular classroom a piece of history sources of material used in making existence for at least 20 years. l am asking other departmtll}t faculty is coming to life in the form of tools for hunting. Again, as the Inwho have been at Wilkes longer than I have forsome history. some ancient artifacts. Their hisdians moved around, they used the tory dates back to . material that was Beacon: What is the B&A Club's mission? 10,000 years ago and ' available to them in Batory; Our formal mission is to provide ·opportuaj~es for, students to they can be found in ! the area they were lo• experience, develop, and apply knowledgl:l ai_id pni:cttf~S rel~ed to the SLC 434. And stut cated. business disciplines; create a forum for lhe di~e~atton of~nfonnadents are getting a ~ One of the oldest tion related to Wilkes business.pro~s;.prov1destud~!1ts with,. firsthand opportunity artifacts in Wilkes' opportunities to network with other ~tudents, f~~lty, a_nd Pt_acti~o~ers , to work with the trea· possession in a in their own other majors; supp01;t and p~ctpate ~{ve~1ty·, "" sures. humped back scraper, and community-sponsored service ac~v~~es; ~~~• organize and,. George Fenner, a which is thought to be coordinate opportunities, f9r interaction among philanthropist, avid , approximately I 0,000 business disci~!~es. % " supporter of Wilkes i years old. The humped ::f::: University, and once a back scraper had a dual Beacon: What ki;nds of activities do you do?."tt ... .. l4r" local Wilkes-Barre atpurpose. One of its Batory: Career Dev_e lopm,ent Activipes-se~~~• WOI'k~hop~t,1,llock torney, passed away " functions was to scrape interviews, dress for;uccess, portfolio evaltiat1on,,etc.,F'leld Tnps-in 2001. In his will he the hair from a deers km Toys R 'Us flagship store, New York StockExchange, federal, donated not only a or a rabbit skin in or• Reserve Bank, :rwin Jowers site in NY<;;, Lion Brewery and Black building (Fenner Hall der for the Indians to RockinWilkes-Barre, etc. Community Service-Donate~a-Phone {cell located at 171 South make clothing. An· phones reprogramed for emergency use by families at risk1 ,Toys for Franklin Street) and other function was to Kids Fire Victims Fund, Egg Hunts, etc.Speakers".Student. interests money to Wilkes, but aid in making utensils and ~onnections help define our speaker series Service Le~ng:Ctaft he also donated a colsuch as spoons. The day with children at the learning center Bonding-fall and spnng get• lection of370 prehis-, ative Americans used together~, holiday parties, flag football games,etc. toric Native Ameri- ' he scraper to scrape can artifacts for unioodinto the form ofa Beaco~: Why is the B&A Club important tg Wilkes University? versity faculty and poon. Batory: Our Wilkes Business & Accounting Club is a student-driven students to study. For some students, organization. All stud~n.ts are invite? to joiQ. ~articipate, an.d/ot c9me Fenner had a access to genuine anto any program or activity. v;e are mterested tn the dynam1: world Qf , strong passion for locient artifacts is a true business-accounting, eBusiness, economics, entrepret1e~b1~, ca I history and a Theresa Kintz shows one of the many ln'dian enhancement of the finance, international business, management,.and,~at1'-mtmg. W:c;; ,,;~!. artifacts to be catalogued. great love for fishing. educational experience. to learn more about ourselves in interactioD;,wi~ othqJ"s8, · During one of his Matthew Navin, a freshman lean1; lead, and µave fun! " ' many local fishing expeditions, will be working with the artifacts history and secondary education Fenner found some prehistoric ar- to catalog and identify each one of major, has had a fascination with Beacon: Hov., can students join theB&f\ ,f::tub?:, ·01 tifacts. It was at this time that them. fossils and artifacts since he was a Batory: Our first Bu.•siness ~ndAc~unqng,.qub m.ee~~ Fenner developed an interest in Through careful examination, young boy. "I hope to get more un• September 23, .2003,Jrt'BteisetJtJ:liiltRoggi Zl2 ?tt!,i.:;!t collecting more of the ancient the artifacts have been broken dpwn derstanding of cataloging, cleaning who wants toparticipateis welcprpe,. lf t'Cflllot pieces of history. He began to plan into time periods. The time peri- and hands-on gratification of a boy• meeting. just ~..mail meyat Batory~wi trips with the sole intention and ods are determined by evaluating hood fantasy," said Navin. L _____J!:'..__ _::":__·_!_ _..;!W!lli\f:__:__.=.::::.........:.::..__..___...:::.._...:::.....:::..;,._i hope of finding artifacts. the artifact's features, such as the Navin is one of the four people Webster's Dictionary defines an shape and material the item is made who can be found in a group put artifact as, "something created by out of. together to identify, catalog, and humans usually for practical pur• "The archeologists have a chro- determine what time period the ar• poses; especially an object remain• nology. We know the way the Inditifacts came from. ing from a particular period." The ans made the artifacts for 12,000 Michael Walk, a senior crimiancient artifacts that can be found years, and it changes over time, just nology major, also belongs to this at Wilkes include: Susquehannock as the shape of cars changes over group. "I am interested in artifacts. pottery, which was made by the time," commented Kintz. . I like the idea of holding objects in Susquehanna Indians; knives; One of the reasons the shape of my hands that other people, such spearheads; _arrowheads; net sink- the artifacts changed over time is as Native Americans, held in their ers; drills; axes; pipe fragments; because early on, the first Indians hands years ago," said Walk. and mortar and pestles, which were exclusively hunted large game, such Understanding and relating to used to make food such as com as deer. As time went by and the the way Native Americans lived bread. The mortar was used as a Indians moved around, the game many years ago requires imagina• bowl and the pestle was used as a they hunted changed and, therefore, tion and knowledge. Merely lookmixing stick. so did the tools they used to hunt. ing at and holding the artifacts can Theresa Kintz, fall semester in• As a result, the shape of artifacts transform a person into another structor in the Antropology/ today can tell us a great deal about time period where life was not . The Beacon/ Kristin Hake Sociologoy Department, was origi- the time period in which the artiAbove are some of the many arrowhead artifacts that nearly as easy as it is today. nally hired by the Fenner estate to fact was made. several GES students will be cataloging . BY GINGER ESLICK ·=d Ed"t Beacon 0 p,L 1or F beenfo 1,1 and t!119,:r I • ,.1;1 t••t•t· AAi �10 SEPTEMBER 22, 2003 FEATURES EQ, Not IQ, Determining Success of Business Professionals ,,,,,,. BY LINDSEY WOTANIS Beacon Features Editor Are you in touch with your emotions? Being in touch with your emotions could ensure greater success in today's business world. In fact, according to some experts, IQ may no longer be as important as "EQ". "EQ" is short for emotional intelligence. According to Daniel Goleman, PhD. and author of "Emotional Intelligence," having EQ is "the capacity for recognizing our own feelings and those of others, for motivating ourselves, and for managing emotions well in ourselves and in our relationships." Those involved in the curriculum development and visioning for the new Jay Sidhu School of Business and Leadership beli~ve ~hat EQ is a fundamental quality for today's business leaders to possess a perspective that may well set the School apart from other business schools across the country. According to the School's vision and five-year plan, "the goal of the program is the development of the individual as a business prpfessional, a community leader and a person. 11 Dr. Maravene Loeschke, Wilkes University Provost, feels as though one of the ways to achieve this goal is through ~dding EQ to your "perspnal development equation." · "It's very difficult to be an outstanding citizen, an outstanding professional, and outstanding leader or a person if you don't have a clue what's happening to yourself or others' emotions," stated Loeschke. She feels as though EQ "enables people to be a more complete person. If you don't enter that into the equation of self-development, you are missing one huge piece of the way people relate to other people." According to "Intelligence at Work," an article in BizEd, there are four categories that "define an individual's understanding ofhim-_ self and the people around him." They include: Self-Awareness, Social Awareness, Self-Management, and Relationship Management. as we looked at the way Sovereign Bank was being managed, as we looked at education programs around the country, we said, 'We cover the stuff intellectually, the knowledge, but we don't help our students practice it, develop the competencies,' and that is really what this new curriculum focuses on," added Alves. School of Business. According to Loeschke, the management philosophy of the bank, as well as its CEO, embody the principals ofEQ and authentic leadership. _ Dr. Anne Heineman Batory, Professor of Marketing added, "They [Sovereign Bank] feel that intelligence, the competencies and skills, are a given, but what s,eparates the ones [business professionals] that move on to leadership positions and become suTraditionally, business programs have totally ignored these [EQ] kinds per successful is the EQ." Batory, who has been a key of skills. We'll talk about EQ and leadership styles and techniques in a individual in laying out the new course, but we n~ver really apply these skills, and yet businesses, govcurriculum, added that there ernments, educational institutions, school districts spend billions of dolwould be a variety of ways in lars helping people to recognize and develop these skills. which students will learn and deDr. Jeffery Alves velop their own EQ. Courses will use cases and scenarios that Professor of Free Enterprise and Entrepreneurship will look at different ways of responding to a situation. Internships, teamwork, and the new structure of the program, which According to the article in BizEd, will allow students to move in cohort groups tige, or happiness, our schools and our culGoleman states that, "Business school graduthroughout their four years in the BA proture fixate on academic abilities, ignoring ates who learn emotional intelligence will gram, will all foster a greater sense ofEQ. emotional intelligence, a set of traits some not only do better in their careers, presum"There are many different kinds of smart," might call it character that also matters imably, but also be in better positions as alums concluded Batory. Adding EQ to your "permensely for our personal destiny," stated 11 to help their schools. sonal development equation" will give you Goleman. Together with Sovereign Bank, Dr. Jay the competitive edge. You don't need a 4.0 Goleman also argues that business schools Sidhu, CEO of the bank and alum of Wilkes to be successful, but you do need emotional do have the power to tum out excellent leaders and encourages them to do whatevetthey University, serves as benefactor of the new intelligence. school. Sidhu donated a record $3 million To see how emotionally intelligent you are, can to help their students learn EQ. last year to Wilkes to establish the new check out www.testcafe.com and take an EQ "I would really like to encourage schools test. to give students whatever opportunities they that although our culture has led us to believe that IQ is a determinant of success, it may be more myth than reality. "Academic intelligence offers virtually no preparation for the turmoil, or opportunity, life's vicissitudes bring. Yet even though a high IQ is no guarantee of prosperity, pres- can to hone these skills because these are the skills that, once students are in the workplace, are the distinguishing competencies that will determine whether or not they'll rise to the top ... It's the skills within the domain of emo. tional intelligence that much more powerfully seem to predict which person will be chosen to head a team or a group or a division or be named president," stated Goleman in BizEd. Dr. Jeffery Alves, Allan P. Kirby, Jr. Professor of Free Enterprise and Entrepreneurship, h§_lped to develop the curriculum for the STUDENTS WELCOME Sherman Hills Apartments · It's very difficult to be an outstanding citizen, an outstanding professional, and outstanding leader or a person if you don't have a clue what's happening to yourself or others' emotions. · Dr. Maravene Loeschke University Provost According to the article, Self-Awareness includes being aware of one's emotions, accurately assessing one's self, and displaying self-confidence. Social Awareness is being able to recognize other's emotions, or having empathy. Maintaining self-control, being adaptable, optimistic, and innovative encompass Self-Management, and being able to manage conflict, work in teams, inspire and influence others makes up Relationship Management. Goleman goes on to explain in his book new school and agrees in many ways with Goleman's theories. "Traditionally, business programs have to- · tally ignored these [EQ] kinds of skills. We'll talk about EQ and leadership styles and techniques in a course, but we never really apply these skills, and yet businesses, governments, educational institutions, school districts spend billions of dollars helping people to recognize and develop these skills," said Alves. Like Goleman, Alves also feels as though incorporating EQ into the curriculum is essential. "As we looked at our curriculum, and www.shermanhillsappartments.com The Best Looking Affordable Apartments In Wilkes-Barre Now accepting applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments Centrally Located Public transportation Carpeting Air Conditioning On Site Social Service Coordinator Laundry Facilities 24-Hour Maintenance Service Frost Free Refrigerator Garbage Disposal Stov, . 300 Parkview Cj rcle Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18702 Monday - Friday 8A.M. to 5P.M. ,. CHECK US OUT TODAY !!!! 570-823-5124 EHO �SEPTEMBER 22, 2003 FEATURES 11 New Business Class Provides Global Education BY MEAGAN BROWN Beacon Staff Writer Have you ever gazed outside your classroom window at the sun and wished your professor would take the class to the Greenway and conduct the lesson outside? A new business class to be offer.cl this spring will take students farther outside the classroom than the Greenway. BA 398 and MBA 598 will be heading to Europe. Both classes will be taking this trip to Gennany, Italy and Switzerland. The class will begin in a Wilkes classroom and end in Europe. Students taking this class will begin by learning some background information on the course's topic, International Business. When spring break finally rolls around, the students of both classes will take off to Europe to visit various international businesses. The students will be traveling with two professors, Dr. Wagiha Taylor and Dr. Anne Heineman Batory, both of the Business Division. They will visit the cities of Frankfurt, Munich, Venice, Verona, and Lucerne, among others. When students return from the trip a paper will be written and the class will wrap up soon after. The trip is a study tour, explained Dr. Wagiha Taylor, but students will be allowed free time to explore the cities. As of right now, no detailed itinerary is available, but Dr. Taylor expects to receive one in a matter of days. . The purpose of this class is to open students up to the International Business world and also to make them aware of the world in which we live. It will also give firsthand field experience to business and possibly nonbusiness students. Batory feels as though the opportunity to travel abroad will provide the students with an opportunity to see the commonalities within the international marketplace and to better understand consumer behavior across the globe "This environment is very global and we need to stop thinking of ourselves as just Americans, but as human beings," stated Batory. The class is open to all students. Students who are majoring in international business, marketing, or even those of other disciplines who wish to use it as a free elective are all welcome to take the class. According to Taylor, the student interest has been amazing so far. "We may have to limit the class and run it on a first come/first served basis," said Taylor. Students should also know that there is an extra cost. The cost ofthe trip is $1,265, which covers airfare, hotel, breakfast and dinner every day, tours and admissions. This class was offered a few years agoas well but on a smaller scale. Now it is being used as an important development in the new Jay S: Sidhu School of Business and Leadership. One topic emphasized in this class, as well as the new business school overall, is the concept of globalization. The new business school has three goals: to develop internships both domestic and international, studying abroad, and international recruiting. This class is the first step in accomplishing the goal of globalization. Taylor is optimistic about the outcome of this class and hopes to offer it every year. She looks forward to traveling with the students and with Batory. Taylor invites all majors to take this class to enhance their awareness of international business. Students who are interested in this class can contact Taylor or Batory to fill out the necessary paperwork and to begin payments, the first of which is due on September 30. Wilkes Undergrad Takes On State0f-The-Art ~nternship BY ELVIRA ILLIANO Asst Features Editor If you think that internships can be boring and monotonous, then think again. One person who can prove you wrong is Wilkes's own Selena Bednarz. Bednarz, a senior at Wilkes majoring in mathematics, participated in a very unique internship this past summer with Aberdeen Test Center in Aberdeen, Maryland. Aberdeen, also known as ATC, is part of Aberdeen Proving Ground and its main goal is to do "testing for military equipment and weapons," used by the Department of Defense, explained Bednarz. While with ATC, Bednarz took on various responsibiiities ranging from collecting test data to programming computers. "My title was Mathematical Aid and I worked with the data analysis team as part of ATC. What we would do was collect data from the test and do things on the computer like programming and generate plots and tables and put it into Excel tables and give it back to the directors," clarified Bednarz. ATC was exactly what Bednarz was looking for. Not only did she put her future degree to good use, but she also discovered a potential career choice. "As a math major, most people are teachers or in education. I didn't want to go into teaching, so I wasn't sure what etse was out there for me. This internship totally helped me to see that there are j obs out there," explained Bednarz. _ Although Bednarz enthusiastically stated that she enjoyed her internship, she also said that it wasn't always easy. "I didn't realize how many different weapons and guns there are. We did maybe about ten different tests or something for ten different things. That was kind of the hardest thing: keeping things straight." She also added, "It probably took me a good part of the summer, maybe the first two months. It wasn't until the last month that I felt more comfortable." Philip Ruthkosky, Wilkes University's Internship Program Coordinator, said that although each internship is different and its outcome is a result of what each student makes of it, Bednarz's internship was probably one of the most unique internships in which a Wilkes student has ever participated. "Not only did Selena have the opportunity to see math applications in the real-world and explore her career interests, but she also had a unique opportunity to work within a highly diverse and modernized testing facility, which exposed lier to state of the art test procedures and instrumentation," explained Ruthkosky. Ruthkosky wasn't the only one to believe her internship was unique. Bednarz herself believes in was an out-of-the-ordinary opportunity. "It was out of state and not many people from up here [Wilkes-Barre] go down there [Maryland]," said Bednarz. "It was with the government, so I had to go through all of this paperwork and background checks. I had to get started in March to get all of my stuff in. I was very fortunate to get the internship." Bednarz encouraged Wilkes students to experience the excitement of an internship. She does, however, offer some helpft!I. advice. "Definitely start early. Try to a get contact inside. Keep in contact with them [company offering internship]. Keep e-mailing them and things like that." She also added that, although it is helpful to have a contact, it's not always enough. "My brother works at ATC and he was my contact so he helped me a lot. But there is only so much he can do as far as the hiring process. So once 1 found out who my supervisor would be I kept in touch with him. I went down for an interview then afterwards I kept [on top] of the situation. I definitely think that helps so they don't forget who you are." 227-47/S • �12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT SEPTEMBER 22, 2003 Restaurant Review: Billy G's: The Ultimate Pampering Experience BY MONICA CARDENAS Beacon Asst..,Arts &Entertainment Editor I don't know about all my fellow college students, but my car has never been valet parked. That is, until I visited Billy G's on Tuesday evening. As soon as I pulled into the parking garage, the pampering began ... Billy G's replaced Olives Mediterranean Cafe at the North River Street Courthouse Towers location (corner of North River and ·Pierce St. just a (ew blocks from campus) a few months ago, and while it is probably not in a_ll students' budgets to visit regularly, it is certainly worth it on occasion. Upon entering, my companion and I were immediately greeted and guided to our table. The restaurant is divided into two separate areas. The bar occupies one side, and the dining room is quiet, with candles brightening each table and old-fashioned European liquor advertisements framed handsomely upon the walls. We began simply with two glasses of water while we looked over the extensive menu. Billy G's offers 15 very different appetizers, ranging from duck confit to smoked salmon lollipops. We chose the crab and wild mushroom cheesecake. However, while awaiting our appetizer, we were treated to warm foccaccia bread, served with olive oil and roasted green peppers. Just as soon as we finished with our bread, the appetizer arrived, served with grilled crostini. The cheesecake was blended to a beautiful dish. sented us with five very different options. I spread that we eagerly placed on the bread. My companion chose the pretzel coated considered the cheesecake, but finally we both Delicious. free-range chicken. The chicken was mari- decided on the chocolate cake. However, this Our meals followed traditional dessert was far from ordinary. It in perfect sync with was a small round portion, with a fudgy cenour appetites. Just as ter, drizzled with chocolate syrup and served we finished our appewith a scoop of ice cream. The coffee came tizer, our soup and -~ with many options; our server offered a tra:51 salad arrived. My with brown and white sugar cubes and real friend ordered the whipped cream. cream of crab and asOverall, everything was delectable. From paragus soup; it was the appetizer to coffee, nothing could have filling, but absolutely been better, including the service. Servers perfect. I ordered the were very attentive and never left us waiting. fresh mozzarella and Billy G's is certainly offering some muchtomato salad. It was needed style and elegance to the area. drizzled with a light So if you are tired of little nuisances like vinagarette and acputting your napkin on your lap yourself, or co.mpanied by fresh parking your car, Billy G's is the place to go. greens. The Beacon/ T. Mick Jenkins Without alcohol (although there was a temptThe entree proved Visit Billy G's on:N. River St. for the ultimate ing martini menu), our bill rounded out to to be the most difficult pampering experience. about $75. A little pricey for the average studecision of all. dent, but it is definitely worth the treat. CerChoices ranged from pasta to risotto to prime nated in molasses-based barbecue sauce, tainly it is a consideration for an upscale steaks. However, we both chose one of Chef dredged in ground pretzels, sauteed with a Homecoming weekend, a very special date, Billy G's signature dishes. These brave con- honey mustard sauce. The effect was won- or a way to say thanks to the folks when they coctions left us both curious after reading their derful-sweet and tangy with a bit of crunch. come to visit. descriptions. In the end I decided on the salmon Just when we thought we had finished, Billy G's, at 216 North River St., Wilkesbraciola. The Atlantic salmon was sni'ffed gen- our dessert choices arrived. Our server pre- Barre, opens at 5 p.m. for dinner. Reservaerously with lump crab and fresh spinach, and _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ti.on•s-ar_e_s_u_g_g_es_t_ed_._ _ _ _ _ _ __ presented beautifully with grilled vegetables, including asparagus, celery and red onion. The WORDBANK garlic mashed potatoes were spiraled and OILERS BEAR& sprinkled with color, creating an aesthetically ~ PACKERS PATRIOTS RAIDERS .-;BENGALS BillLS ,:BR~NCO ,BROWNS RAMS , REDSKINS This Week in History... SAJN'1'$ 'MS The week of September 22 through 28 ... in retrospect: 22nd- (1967) The Beatles appeared on the cover of Time magazine. 23rd-(1949) Bruce Springsteen was born. 24th- (1934) Babe Ruth played his last game as a New York Yankees player. • L 25th- (1492) The crew of the Pinta, one of Christopher Columbus' ships, mistakenly thought that they had spotted land. 26th-(1969) "The Brady Bunch" series premiered on ABC-TV. 27th- ( 1825)George Stephenson operated the first locomotive that hauled a passenger train. 28th- (1892) The first nighttime football game in the U.S. took place under electric lights. The game was between the Mansfield State Normal School and the Wyoming Seminary. s E D L R , ,sf' R S · R < 0 F ""B E D 'I I 0 N 0 V k T ,S ;; F 0 0 T G A E s S K A' V R E �SEPTEMBER 22 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT From the Cutting Room: Pirates of the Caribbean . kidnaps the young woman because of the medallion which is an enchanted piece of gold that can save Barbossa· and his swabbies from their "curse." However, the This movie recieves 4 1/2 flying W's enchanted medallion actually belongs to and is rated PG-13. Captain Jack Sparrow (played by the Let's face it... we've all grown up with infamous Johnny Depp), a former rival. our beloved Disney movies: Many ofus Together with Elizabeth's love interest, a even own our own collections. But you swashbuckling childhood friend named Will know Disney is running out of ideas when Turner (played the execs by a very athletic start Orlando Bloom), making the two set out movies after Barbossa to about rescue the their own Governor's theme daughter. What park rides! happens is a At shocking edgefirst of-your-seat glance resolution that, you might much like the be a bit ride, almost skeptical. makes you wish However, this adventure this comic doesn't end! adventure This movie is well worth seeing and worthy of the attention it does a lot of things very well. First, there is enough storyline for several movies and received this summer. You may not be the any kind of viewer. For those who want the type of person who is into pirate stories, adventure, it's there. For those who want but rest assured that "Pirates of the fabulous fight scenes, they're there. For Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl" has everything from comedy to adventure. those who want the love story, it's there. For those who love to feel the chill run In fact, this 143-minute movie may only down their spines at some point in a movie, seem ten minutes long. it'll happen more than once. And for those The story is set roughly around the who just want to see Johnny Depp pull off mid- l 700s and centers around the tomboya completely new character exceptionally ish and stubborn Governor's daughter, well, he is a marvel in this film. Elizabeth (played by Keira Knightley). She Disney always has a way of shocking discovers a mysterious medallion as a us .. .just when you think a movie just about young girl and keeps it close well into her one of the theme park rides and it will be a adulthood, never really understanding its total bomb, it turns out to be one of the meaning. most acclaimed movies of the summer! After she is grown, the pirate, Barbossa (played by Geoffrey Rush) BY ALISON SHERRY Beacon Staff Writer Earn $150-$250 wkly in Customer Service/SalesFlexible Part Time & Full Time Hours Around Class and Other Activities. Fun Team Environment Call Now!! 287-8020 www.colle emcome.com Ti01 Reynolds Dazzles Jazz Cafe Crowd College, and the electric guitars and program.med beats he played every bit as well. Occasionally throughout the concert, Tim Reynolds is fresh off a 21-week Reynolds detoured down a wilder-soundrun of dates performing as one half of a ing road, passionately contradicting the duo with Dave Matthews. lucid calm of his hypnotic acoustic finger Saturday, September 20, Reynolds picking, with which I brought his solo am more familiar. acoustic/electric I am glad I was tour to the River able to get to know Street Jazz Cafe in the electronic side of Wilkes-Barre and Tim Reynolds in this offered local fans two 50-rninute set a taste of why he concert. Reynolds favors the small, mixed an acoustic intimate venues. sound with a mellow Ticket prices were electric guitar vibe, $12 for advance, though mostly the and $ 15 at the electric kept me door. wanting more Acoustic/electric guitarist, Tim Reynolds. Reynolds' acoustic finger jams. show delved into Tim Reynolds the conventional realm of finger picking was frankly amazing. The Jazz Cafe is a folk and borderline electronica. Reynolds is very small and intimate venue for a concert, the person who many just see as Dave · something many could probably appreciMatthews's jam partner; however, those ate. The problem is not everyone is who were fortunate enough to see him live usually there to see the band; therefore, a this weekend saw a wildly eclectic guitar lot of white noise is heard in the backvirtuoso. ground, and at times it was hard to hear Reynolds captured the improvisaReynolds from my vantage point. But all in tional spirit, as he alternated between the all the Jazz Cafe offered a nice ambiance for recognizable upbeat plucking he displayed me to have an enjoyable Saturday evening in his sole composition on the 1999 Dave watching Tim Reynolds acoustic/electric Mathews collaboration Live at Luther guitar playing. BYJEFF GELLER Beacon Assistant A&E Editor �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 SEPTEMBER 22, 2003 Independent Fil01 to be Produced in Wilkes-Barre ' Local students encouraged to audition for parts BY MONICA CARDENAS Beacon Asst.Arts &EntertainmentEditor title Deadroll [has two meanings.] It is a broadcasting term, and also refers to the news director and his crap game). There is also a Attention all aspiring actors and secretly aspiring actors: here is your big break. Deadroll, an upcoming independent film, is .being produced right here in the Wilkes-Barre area. And the producers are seeking young, local talent to bring the characters in the script to life. . Joel Fritzinger and Kim Schuetrum of WYOU/WBRE are part ofthe local team working to break into the independent film biz with the movie. Those involved with the project are just a few years out of college with broadcasting degrees and are very excited about the potential of the film. Schuetrum will serve as Executive Producer and Fritzinger is Writer/Director of Deadro/L Others involved include Alan Brocavich, who serves as a director at WYOU with Fritzinger, and Wade Spencer; who has experience with a few- independent films in which he served as Editor: Spencer will be director of photography and editor for Deadroll. While many of the people working -on the film are employed atWYOU/ · WBRE, the station is not directly involved. Fritzinger explained,-!'The film is about a young female television reportetwho is trying to make a name for herself in a new city. When a big story happens, she tries to break the story and be in the spotlight but the experienced reporters and anchors won't let her do anything. There are also several sub-plots going, including a news director that has a gambling problem and a love of craps. (The group of four college-aged friends who stumble across something that gets them wrapped up with the police," he added. "We The Beacon/Kristin Hake would love to share more, but of course we don't want to give everything away." Production for the film begins at the end of October, and should finish in March. Producers plan to submit the· film to several local film festivals, and perhaps do a few screenings at local universities. "It may be a great way for aspiring actors to get noticed. The film is going to be a fun learning experience for all of us," said Fritzinger. Auditions will be held on Saturday, September 28, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at WVIA studios in Pittston. Men and women between the ages of 18 and mid 50's are encouraged to audition for lead and supporting roles. In addition, extras are needed and there is no experience necessary. "I believe this will be a great vehicle for actors to get their names out there, build their resumes, and maybe even get discovered. If nothing else, they'll learn what it's like to malce an independent film, make some friends, and impress their friends and family by saying they wer~ in a film," noted Schuetrum. Currently, producers are scouting some locations in Wilkes-Barre and Scranton, including college dorm rooms and hallways, as well as college campuses for a few scenes. Questions regarding the film should be directed to themovie02@yahoo.com. 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Main St .·at, . ,·; ,, Wilkes Barre, PA It's Safe and Convenient Donate Todayllllll �16 SEPTEMBER 22, 2003 SPORTS Lady Colonels End Up Short ·Loss Leads to Wins In 20T Against ])elVal BY KYLA CAMPBELL ogy major, graduated from Mifflinburg High School, sharing her alma mater with teammate Erin Henry and former standout Kim Most people understand the importance of a BY STEVE KEMBLE quarterb11ck to his football team or a point guard Whipple. She has played hockey for years, Beacon Sports Editor to her basketball team, but what about a center but she is still getting used to the switch. With less than five minutes left Sara The Lady Colonel field hockey team (3-3) "I've always played defense-always: I've mid to a field hockey team? traveled down to Delaware Valley (3-2) on Astbury tied the game up for Delaware Valhever really had the opporHead coach Todd Broxmeyer reSaturday for its only game of the week after a ley off another assist from Donavan. tunity to shoot on goal," said alizes the importance, and he The game would remain tied at the end six-day layoff, which proved to have some Loss. "I was apprehensive looked to junior Kortney Loss to of regulation and into the second overeffect in the outcome. at first, and I'm still adjustingfill that spot for Wilkes. "The cenThe game ended up being Wilkes time period until Lindsay Higgins knocked to it. It's hard to switch positer mid sets the pace for the team. University's third double overtime game of in the game-wining goal with 4:02 left off tions after playing sweeper They dictate the flow of the game," the still young season. But the women came an assist from Shannon Shivak for Del Val. and center back for so long. said Broxmeyer. After the game, a frustrated Broxmeyer up short losing their first conference game 3But, if it benefits the team, I'll Loss, primarily a defensive said, "We're not playing as we had in the 2. do whatever I can. player, was moved from the sweeper "Sometimes it seems more position to the cent~r mid position rewarding to score or be on following the Lady Colonels' first offense because on defense Delaware Valley was fast and-aggressive, but they weren't . two games in which they only proyou don't get as much very skilled. They were just fast and aggressive. They duced one goal. Kortney Loss, center mid credit," added Loss. "I'm not Loss is third on the team in of- fielder for the field hockey fought for everything, tooth and nail totally comfortable in the new fense with two goals and two as- team Todd Broxmeyer position, but it's fun, and 1 sists. Not only did she score her first goal of the Wilkes Head Field Hockey Coach like to score." season after the switch, but she also motivated Approaching a new season in 2003, the the entire offense. team also welcomed a new coach. "It was The field hockey team was out-shot 59-10 in "We had a week off, so it's a, Jong time to beginning of the season. Somehow we're frustrating in the beginning because he its first two games when Loss was at sweeper, . have a down time, and to come back out and getting out of control and not playing taught us to do everything from the basic and the team only managed 1-even penalty corbe fired up I guess is kind of a problem, so strong on the ball. We have a Jot of things dribbling and holding the stick in a different ners compared to their opponents' 35. Since we got to try to look at that fo[ the future and that need to be addressed and they're not way than what we knew," said Loss. "Being Loss's move, the Lady Colonels have out-shot not have that happen again," said Todd being addressed, I guess, on my end. a junior in college and playing a certain way their opponents 78-51, earned an outstanding "Delaware Valley was fast and aggresBroxmeyer, Wilkes Head Field Hockey Coach. since seventh grade made it hard to adjust, 66 penalty comers to their opponents' 33, and sive, but they weren't very skilled. They With 19:34 left in the first half,Alisha Cain, but we've all done well." tallied 15 goals compared to the enemies' eig~t. freshman forward, opened up a 1-0 lead for were just fast and aggressive. They fo'iight Loss is excited for the team to continue to "We got the offense we needed out of it," Wilkes off an assist from Erin Henry, junior for everything, tooth and nail," added progress throughout the season and have said Broxmeyer. The change in offense help~d Broxmeyer. midfielder. · Wilkes earn a 6-0 win over Albright, as well as a the opportunity to build on this season's Desiree Podrasky, senior goalkeeper, Then with 8:45 left in the half, Kristin 3-2 win ov~r Richard Stockton. Loss scored one success with consistent workouts in the offCottman of Delaware Valley knotted the game had eight saves for Wilkes while Missy goal and assisted on another in each of those season. up at one a piece off a Jackie Donavan as- Cannon had six saves for Delaware Valley. Broxmeyer feels that Loss can help the wins. Delaware Valley had a 15-7 advantage sist. The teams went into halftime tied 1-1. "Moving Kortney is one of the best moves Lady Colonels in their efforts. "I feel that The second half started out much the in penalty comers. we've made all year," added Broxmeyer. "She her play is at the leading level in the conferThe Lady Colonels have their second same as the first with Alisha Cain scoring an has great work ethic, watches videos, and con- ence." unassisted goal to put Wilkes up 2-1 with conference game of the season on ThursBut, first, the Freedom Conference needs stantly works to make herself and the team betday at Scranton and play on Saturday at 15: 11 left in regulation. · a front-runner, and Loss hopes Wilkes will ter." home against Ramapo. Loss, an elementary education and psycho!- till that spot. Broxmeyer feels that Loss can B B Beacon Staff Writer Wilkes .Women's Volleyball Struggles in Early Season BY STEVE KEMBLE Beacon Sports Editor On Saturday the Lady Colonels volleyball team continued its losing streak, which has now hit four games. Wilkes (6-8) took the court at Susquehanna (3-4) and 1ooked to reach the .500 mark for the season. In the first game of the match the Lady 2 olonels fell short 19-30 and it didn't get any better from there. They Jost the next two games 24-29 and 31-33, which gave Susquehanna the match and sent the Lady Colonels on a long trip back up to WilkesBarre. Nicole Hahn, freshman setter, led Wilkes with 26 assists and 11 digs. Jeanine Barber, junior opp/setter, and Alicia Vieselmeyer, sophomore middle hitter, each led the Lady Colonels with nine kills. Amber Brennan, senior defensive specialist, and Barber each added nine digs for Wilkes while Megan Riley,junior setter/out- The Beacon/T. Mick Jenkins Megan Riley, junior OH, tries to put the Lady Colonels on the board side hitter, added eight kills. "They (Susquehanna) were hitting the ball on really sharp angles, tight to the net, ten foot line kind of stuff," said Scott Van Valkenburgh, Wilkes volleyball head coach. "It took us a little while to get our . defense to transition up tight enough to where they needed to be. We just didn't do it quick enough." . On Tuesday, the Lady Colonels charged into King's (8-4) and took on the Lady Monarchs, defending Freedom Conference Champions. Wilkes fell to King's College in four games. The final scores were 30-22, 25-30, 30-15, and 30- I 5. . Hahn led the Lady Colonels with 29 assists while Brennan led Wilkes with 14 digs. Vieselmeyer led the Lady Colonels with ten kills. This week Wilkes tries to improve its record at home against Lincoln on Thursday and then at Rowan on Saturday. Kristin Pisani and a King's player battle at the top of the net durfng Tuesday's match h L y �17 SPORTS SEPTEMBER 22, 2003 Wilkes Drops 29-13 Decision to MAC Rival Lyco01ing · runningback Kyle Gallagher punched into the end zone from the 2-yard line on third · and goal to put the Colonel~_up 7-3. BY WILL MIDGETT Beacon Assistant Sports Editor The Wilkes football team trotted onto Ralston Field Saturday, fired up and ready to face their nemesis-Lycoming College. The Wilkes and Lycoming football rivalry is one of the most anticipated sporting eve»ts in Wilkes-Barre, and the match-up was the first home game of the season for the Colonels. After the fina_l horn sounded, however, Lycoming claimed bragging rights for another year winning the game 29-13. Coming into the game ranked first in the MAC, Wilkes scored on the second drive of the game after a missed field goal during the first drive. After the first Wilkes touchdown, however, Lycoming dominated for the rest of the game , with an extremely stingy defense and multiplethreat offense. Lycoming got on the board early with a field goal at the 9:48 mark of the first quarter. After a missed field goal attempt by the Colonel's Dan Nil on, Lycoming took over on iis own 24-yard line. On second and five, Mike Fox broke through the Warrior line and sacked quarterback Phil Mann. Fox forced a fumble on the sack that linebacker Steve Rogers recovered and ran back to the seven-yard line. After two rushes by runningback Maleek Mills and quarterback Matt Kaskie, - Wilkes struggled on offense all day after its first score. After breaking the school rushing record in week one against Albright, runningback Brett Trichilo was held to 102 yards on 28 carries. "They played strong on defense; there's no question about that," commented head coach Frank Sheptock. "They are aggressive, but they don't take a lot of chances." Wilkes tallied only 119 yards on the ground, and 214 yards in total offense. "It felt like somebody tied me down and punched me," said Trichilo about the physical Lycoming defense. Trichilo only averaged 3.5 yards per carry, after averaging 9.7 yards per carry against Albright two weeks earlier. Lycoming went on toscore twice more in the first half. The Warriors scored on a field goal from the Wilkes 26 yard line at 13:00 in the second quarter, and again at the 11 :27 mark when Manu ran in a touchdown from 27 out, advancing the Warriors to a 13-7 lead. As for the Colonels' defense, it held Lycoming's offense to 307 total yards, and only 114 on the ground. Freshman linebacker Jason Mitkowski racked up 15 total tackles, The BeaconfT. Mick Jenkins Luke Sterling, sophomore linebacker, attempts to tackle-Wilkes' Kyle Gallegher, junior runningback, during Saturday's MAC game at Ralston Field · Football Continued on page 17 Bella Don·na's Pizza ·55 N. Main Street, Wilkes-Barre Call 822-5775 WINGS STROMBOLI SUBS r-----------------------~ r-----------------------~I I : #1 Buy ·a Large Pie at $7.99 : and get another at : t/2 price! Wow! I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I #2 Buy· a Large Pie at $7.99: and with this_coupon get : $1.50 off. 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The bot- The athlete changes his mind, and heads tom line: he can't participate in Ohio instead for the draft only to be picked by the New York Giants, joining their inexState's program this year. ESPN's web site has posted Clarett's perienced offensive line. In that first season, that athlete may options for this year: first, he can stay with the Buckeyes and play next season; see some playing time, limited.as it may second he can transfer to another NCAA · be, until he faces that seven year all-pro Division I school; third, he may transfer linebacker who has a body 11 more years to a lower-division school; or finally, he physically mature than our late teen athlete. The Giants' O-line folds like a letter can make a bid for the NFL. The most controversial of those and all of a sudden that opposing linechoices would be for Clarett to try the backer crushes our young athlete behind NFL, because the NFL has a rule that the line of scrimmage. It's no myth that states a player is not eligible to be drafted the average NFL player has a career that until they have been out of high school 'lasts no more than 3-4 years. The second major thing that has for three years. Therefore, Clarett would people worried about Clarett challengnot be able to enter the draft until 2005. A lot of people seem to be having a ing the rule and getting it changed in problem_lately with that NFL rule high~ court would be the potential loss of re~ lighted by Clarett's situation. No other ally great players who remain in college major sport has a rule like that. . Major before entering the draft early. Well, to those worriers, I think col-,__ League Baseball has 20-year-olds throwing heaters to players forty years of age, lege _football is too big of a sport with and we all saw King James get drafted such a great storied past that sees record into the NBA straight out of high school attendances at campus stadiums broken this year. So what's the deal with the NFL? every year. The history of the college or I'll tell you what it is: the peoplerun- university's team is so much bigger than ning the NFL are a lot smarter than the 18- any individual player could ever make it. Clarett is suspended from playing for 20-year olds who think they_could have a shot in pro football. · the Buckeyes this season and was inFirst of all, there is no way, no matter jured a lot oflast season, yet Ohio State how much work you · do in the weight went on to win the title last season and room, that a kid barely out of his teens has yet to miss him this season improvco_uld be physically mature enough to ing their win streak to 18 games on Sat: take on the players who have years of urday. So go ahead Clarett, try the NFL, and experience iri the NFL and years more hey, break a leg. weight training. Wilkes Suffers 8-1 Setback To Scranton improved her singles record to 3-1 by Courtesy of Sports Information The University of Scranton notched an 8-1 Freedom Conference women's tennis win over Wilkes University The Beacon/Ryan Klemish o n Wednesday afternoon on the Courts at Ralston Field. The win improves the Lady Royals to 4-2 overall and 1-0 in the conference, while Wilkes slips to 2-2 overall and 0-2 in conference play. Wilkes got its only win at number-three singles from freshman Sara Ryder. Ryder topping Scranton's Laura Yeckley, 6-3, 6-3. Scranton's Maggie Leuzarder was the lone two-time winner in the match. She was a 6-1, 6-3, winner over Kelly Leach at first singles. She also · teamed with Sheila Brodhead to post a 9-7 win at first doubles over Leach and Selena Bednarz. SINGLES: Maggie Leuzarder (S) def. Kelly Leach, 6-1, 6-3;Ashlee Wydra (S) def. Selena Bednaiz, 6-0, 6-1; Sara Ryder · (W) def. Laura Yeckley, 6-3, 6-3; Karen Dilsizian(S) def Kristin Kile, 6-3, 7-6 (119); Katie King (S) def. Rajitha Devadoss, 6-2, 6-4; Maria Scopelliti (S) def. Jill Zapotoski, 6-2, 6-1. DOUBLES: Leuzarder/Sheila Brodhead (S) def. Leach/Bednarz, 9-7; Yeckley/Jessica Coty (S) def. ~yder/ Zapotoski, 8-2; Allison Hoffman/Jillian Federico (S) def. Kile/Devadoss, 8-6. Monday Nigbt Matchup Each week in this space Beacon Sports Editor, Stephen Kemble, and Assistant Sports Editor, Will Midgett, will wface off with their predictions (all based on careful analysis and brilliant sports insight, ofcourse) for the outcome of the Monday Night Football match-up. Football fans should feel free to offer their own ideas using our Forum option at www.wilkesbeacon.com. Steve Kemble The Raiders (1-1) may be 4.5 point underdogs going into their Monday night game at Denver (2-0), but not in my book. Rich Gannon, Oakland quarterback, had a horrible week against the Bengals last week completing just 13 of28 passes with only 103 yards and no touchdowns. But I'm going to remind you that he was the league's MVP last year, and there is no way that he will post bad numbers like that in back to back weeks. This game will be the Broncos' first true test of the season after facing the San Diego Chargers (0-2) and the Cincinnati Bengals (0-2) the first two weeks of the season. This game marks the . first time the Broncos face a team that has a win. As for the key injuries in the game, the Raiders will be without playmaker receiver Jerry Porter, but still have two future Hall of Famers to throw at in Jerry Rice and Tim Brown. Jake Plummer, starting quarterback for the Broncos, is listed as questionable, but will probably play. Look for the Raiders to finally put their poor performance in the Superbowl last year and tw9 sub par outings this season behind them. Raiders win 31-24. Will Midgett The Broncos-Raiders rivalry is always a good game to watch. This week two teams will set an NFL record for playing the most games on Monday Night Football (14 games since the existence of MNF). The two teams also have an even record on Monday nights at 6-6-1. Therefore, this week's game will be a great gridiron battle, but I have to pick the Broncos to come out on top. The Broncos are currently 2-0, while the Raiders are 1-1 . The Raiders lost a close game to a good Tennessee squad, but they barely survived the mighty Cincinnati Bengals 23-20. The Broncos have a decent offense and Jake Plummer has been performing well. Plummer separated his shoulder against San Diego last week, but is expected to start tonight. Denver also has a good back up at the quarterback spot with seasoned veteran Steve Beuerlein. The Finally, the team rounds out with a tough defense, which has been molded by new defensive coordinator Larry Coyer. The Raiders are known to have quite a hostile crowd in Oakland, but they will receive no warmth from the fans in Denver. Mile High Stadium will be rocking tonight, and I pick Denver to win 2714. Football Continued on page 17 scored its final points on a and linebacker Steve 22-yard field goal.at 5: 14 in Rogers had 8, two of them the fourth quarter. for a loss. Sophomore Wilkes scored its only Thaddeus Shockley points of the second half chipped in with six tackles when freshman Sean Sholtes and an interception in the caught an 8-yard touchsecond quarter: down pass delivered by "I was pleased with sophomore quarterback how our defense played. Duran Porrino. They created a lot M op"We need to put this portunities for us," says game behind us," said Sheptock. "Defensively Kaskie. "We are going in the we did enough things to right direction, we just didn't put us in a position to show it today." win." Wilkes drops to 1-1 in the half, After the MAC and Lycoming adLycoming scored three more times to clinch the The Beacon/ T. Mick Jenkins vances to 2-0 in conference play. The Colonel's next game. The Warriors scored twice in the third quarter on a one-yard run and a game is against FDU-Florham, in a conference 67-yard pass to Brandon Johnson. Lycoming match up this Saturday at Ralston Field. �SPORTS SEPTEMBER 22, 2003 19 Colonel Clipboard Freedom Conference Standings as of 9/21 /03 Field Hockey (overall records) Drew 3-1-0 King's 5- 2- 0 Wilkes 3- 2- 0 FDU-Florham 3- 3- 0 Delaware Valley 2- 2- 0 Scranton 2- 4- 0 Manhattanville 1- 2- 0 Football Lycoming 2 0 0 Susquehanna 2 0 0 Delaware Valley 1 0 0 King's 1 1 0 Widener 1 I 0 Wilkes I I 0 Juniata I 1 0 Lebanon Valley 1 I 0 Moravian 1 2 0 Albright O 1 0 FDU-Florham O 3 0 Men's Soccer (overall records) Lycoming 6- 1- 0 Drew 4- 1- 1 FDU-Florham 2- 1- 0 - DeSales 3- 3- 0 King's 2- 4- 0 Delaware Valley 2- 4- 0 Wilkes 2- 5. 0 Scranton 0- 6- 1 Women's Soccer (overall records) · Scranton 6- 0- 1 Drew 3-0-2 FDU-Florham 1- 2- 1 Wilkes 1- 3- 2 Delaware Valley 1--3- 1 King's 2- 5- 0 Lycoming 1- 3- 0 DeSales 1- 5- 1 Athlete of the Week Women's Volleyball Lycoming 1-0 King's 1-0 FDU-Florham 1-0 Scranton 0-1 DeSales 0-0 Wilkes 0-1 Delaware Valley 0-1 Dominick Proctor: Men's Soccer Dominick Proctor, freshman goalkeeper out of Wyoming Valley West High School, was unconscious last week for the Colonel soccer team. In the first game of the week, against Baptist Bible, Proctor posted four saves to help lead Wilkes to victory. He really stepped it up against Women's Tennis Drew 2-0 Lycoming 2-0 Scranton 2-0 FDU-Florham 0-1 King's 0-1 Wilkes 0-2 DeSales 0-2 Numbers Of the Week 1 Number of wins posted by Wilkes University's athletic teams last week 9 Number of events Wilkes University's athletic teams had last week 20 Number of saves in two games, by men's soccer goalie, Dominick Proctor 214 Total yards the Colonel football team was held to against Lycoming nationally ranked Drew in the Colonels second game of the week. Proctor held Dtew scoreless through regulation ·and double overtime finishing with 16 saves including one penalty kick. With that performance he helped the Colonels to an impressive showing, in which neither team could find the back of the net. Weekly Recap Football (9/20) Lycoming 29 Wilkes 13 Men's Soccer (9/17) Wilkes 3 Baptist Bible 2 (ot) (9/20) Wilkes ODrew O(2ot) Field Hockey (9/20) Delaware Valley 3 Wilkes 2(20T) Women's Soccer (9/16)Kean 1 WilkesO (9/20) Drew 2 Wilkes 0 Women's Tennis (9/17) Scranton 8 Wilkes 1 Women's Volleyball (9/16) King's 3 Wilkes 1 (9/20) Susquehanna 3 Wilkes 0 Donna Kowalc~yk's Salon at 419 823-8966 419 S. River St., Wilkes Barre Travel With STS Americas #1 Student Tour Operator Jamaica, Cancun, Acapulco, Bahamas and Florida. Now hiring campus reps. Call for group discounts. Information/Reservatibns 1-800-648-4849 or www.ststravel.com Hours Weds. and Fri 9-5 Sat. 8-4 Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Evenings by appointment �SPORTS SEPTEMBER 22, 2003 20 olonels Soccer Undefeated Last Week Men's Soccer Topples Baptist Bible, and Holds off Nationally Ranked Drew Courtesy ofSports Information Mike Bridy scored on a enalty shot :23 into the kicks. Dominick Proctor stopped four shots in goal to pick up the win for Wilkes. Howard had nine saves in net for the Defenders. On Saturday night, freshman goalkeeper Dominick Proctor came up with several key saves, including a stop of a penalty shot late in the contest, to s i st key Wilkes from Calvin.CutUniversity;s 0-0 double-overtime tie ting to make it 2with nationally-ranked Drew Uni1. Faneck versity. The tie moves Wilkes to 2forced the game 5-1 overall and 0-0-1 in Freedom into ove~e for Conference play. Drew, which came the Colonels into the contest ranked third in Diwhen he scored vision III, sees their record move to an unassisted 6-1-2 overall and 0-0-1 in the congoal with 6,:29 ference . remaining. The Beacon/Todd Weibel Proctor, who was solid in net Wilkes held a throughout the contest, came up 14-8 shots on goal advantage and an 11-7 edge in comer with the biggest save of his young career scored off an assist from Brian Neisewender. Wilkes tied the contest at 1-1 atthe 37:03 mark of the first stanza when Will Roy scored off assists from Mike Faneck and Ken Huelbig. The Defenders forged in front again midway through the second period. Derek Jacobs scored the Baptist Bible goal at the 64:29 mark 0 ff a n . The Beacon/Todd Weibel a s _ ilkes University to a 3-2 on-conference en's soccer in over Bapist Bible Col- ernoon at aiston Field. The win improves the Coloels to 2-5 ·overall, while the Defenders sufer their first loss and fall to 5-1 . The Colonels were awarded the penalty shot after Steve Uhas broke in Baptist Bible oalkeeper !Josh Howard. After making a ove to get around the goalkeeper, Howard eached out and upended Uhas. Howard was iven a red card and was replaced in goal by ohn Bruckner. Bridy then slid a shot into the ·ght side of the goal to end the contest. Baptist Bible took a 1-Q lead at the 29:58 ark of the.openin~ half when Josh Tovey . ' ' The Beacon/Todd Weibel with just 4: 15 remaining in regulation. Dre was awarded a penalty kick after an infrac tion in the box, but Proctor was able to sto the shot taken by Brian Dempsey to pre serve the scoreless tie. Drew held a commanding 29-4 shots o goal advantage, while also gaining a 12-2 edge in comer kicks. Proctor finished th night with 16 saves for Wilkes, while Dre goalkeeper Peter Boyer had one save ~ .. · .,.- ; ' TODAY(9/22) Volleyball @ Misericordia 7 PM Women's Tennis @ Lycoming 7 PM TUESDAY{9/23) Commuter Council Meeting @ MSC Lounge, Henry StudeQt Center, 11:30 AM Women' s Te~~$ @EI.l1Hh>rham 4 PM Family Caregi~er's . Pi~s-eri~tiqp@Miller Conference Room, ljenry,.~Judent ·q e~ter 7 PM 9 WED NES,DAY( /24) Women's Soccer vs.'Bibl 4:00 PM 1f;:/ ' Student Go~ernmenti,,ie dent Org. Suite 6 ~,1il1 t,M FRIDAY{9/26) , Pre.- Med Day @ HeQry Student Center %i :Ballroq~ .8:30 AM q<!}Vomepf~'Tennis@Lycoming 7PM Movie N;f~ht @ Cinemark 7 PM SATURDAY{9/27) Habitat for Humanity Work @ Volunteer . Services 8 AM Volleyball @Rowan 12 PM Women's Tennis @Lebanon Valley 12 PM Men's·.Soccer@Sesquehanna. 12 PM ' ,:football,vs. FD{J-Florham@Ralston, 1' PM . Field Hockey vs. Ramaw@Jlalstonl PM ,wome1fs Soccet®~esquehanna2:30 PM ' SUN DAY (9/28) MSC Meeting @ Savitz Multicultural Room, Henry Student C:~t Wilkes University Prog'i-ammt Meeting @ Hiscox StudentOig; Suite 11 :30 AM "'· Commuter Council Social @ Conyingham Hall 11 :30 AM Men's Soccer@ Lycoming 4 PM Volleyball vs. Lincoln @ Martz Gym 6 PM Field Hockey @ Univ. of Scranton 4PM The Beacon . Find this Picture on ick Jenkins Campus This photo was taken somewhere on Wilkes University's Campus. When you find it, email us at wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com. 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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 2003 September 23rd Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 September 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/2eeeed74b76f730c98c89f2e1ebfce2c.pdf cb95dfd4c58aaf03a626cc8102cebbaa PDF Text Text Sentember 15 . 2003 Volume 56 Issue 2 . THE NEW"S OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE .JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW" Bill Cosby to Receive Honorary Degree at May Commencement BY GABRIELLE LAMB Beacon News Editor One of the country's funniest and most Student Affairs Paul Adams to extend the recognized stars will be shaking _the hands invitation to the award-winning actor. of this year's Wilkes seniors as they march "Judy Wienckoski, the assistant in our across the stage to receive their degrees in office, just before orientation said to me 'Bill May. An established actor, comedian, and Cosby is coming to the Kirby on the 15th. devotee to education, Dr. William H. Cosby, Wouldn't it be great if we could get him for will usher Wilkes University graduates into commencement?' I thought, 'Wow. That the "real world" with advice he offers in his would be really neat,' but we were pretty busy 2004 commencement address. Cosby will at that point and I kind of filed it away for a also receive an honorary doctorate from the few days. A couple days later Joy Rinehimer, university. from the education department, said someCosby is the former star of one of thing to me about it. So I talked to the Presitelevision's most highly regarded and suc- dent about it and said, 'This is an opportucessful sitcoms, "The Cosby Show," and is nity. Would you mind ifl moved forward and also a renowned stand-up entertainer. saw where it led?"' explained Adams. On Thursday, September 11, 2003, the After getting the go-ahead from Wilkes Board of Trustees Academic and Student En- University President Tim Gilmour, Adams vironment Committee unanimously voted to decided to do some research into the other provide Cosby with an honorary degree-the schools where Cosby was given an honorary university's highest honor. The vote took · degree. As Adams pointed out, all responses place following the recommendation initiated were completely positive. by the Honorary Degree Committee. "Everybody has always dreamed to have Cosby is scheduled to perform two shows Bill Cosby. He is kind of the dream comat the Kirby Center on May 15, 2004, the mencement speaker around the country," said same day of the commencement. This led Adams. staff members to approach Vice President of Cosby will address the class of 2004 this May. He will also receive an honorary doctorate at the spring commencement Cosby Continued on page 4 Wilkes Sponsors Several . Health Initiatives Womens Heal(h Night & Blood Drive This Week BY MEAGAN BROWN Beacon Correspondent In an effort to provide better assistance signed to encourage female students to seek to community organizations and to Wilkes answers to questions, receive treatment and students, the University will be offer several testing, and maintain health consciousness. significant health-related events through the Not only will Women's Health Night take fall semester, two of which happen within place on September 15, but other dates set the next week. for this semester include October 6 and 20 On Monday September 15, 2003, University Health Services, in conjunction with Health Continued on page 2 Maternal and Family Health...----., - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - . Services and Women to Women, Inc. will host G,, Index: ' Re "W~men's Health Night" in . .. which women's gynecological services will be provided free ~~ to remember those Jost two years prior; · JU Gaugllenbqugij; campus Interfaith Dir~r,'rs picwre<J nere,iltt!'.le ce~rnonywhieh was held at the newty'relocat;ed "Peace Pote:' ? ~ Editorial. q. 0 ....... Features.-'< ......... ♦ , carnJ~ IQteJjaith (edra ~tir service_' .· News... _. .........:............................ l-5 ~ tdo stusdents. Thbe nelx6t d2a0y0,T3uehsay eptem er , t e American Red Cross will be on hand in an effort to boost blood supplies in the area. . ♦ ••••••••••• ... ♦ ••••• ♦ •••• I ................ ;. 6-8 9-11 Arts & Entertainment. .......... 12-15 S ports.•··· ....... •:.... ••· ............... } 6-20 ___________________ Calendar._.,.. " ..................... , ...........20 _. Women's Health Night is an annual featured project de- ,__ �·NEWS Health SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 Continued from page 1 and November 17, 2003. Services such as cording to Susanne May, American Red means it can be given to any person regardfull gynecological exams, Depo-Provera Cross spokesperson. less ofblood type. This is the first blood type According to May, the American Red used in emergency situations, and therefore shots, discount birth control, and health education will be provided. Two female nurse Cross will hold a blood donation day at the most sought-after. practitioners from Women to Women., Inc. Wilkes to "familiarize the student population Once blood is drawn. it is packed in ice will be in attendance to perform all the free to the blood donation program and to edu- and taken to the American Red Cross branch cate a new generation on the need for blood located in Hanover. There it is centrifuged into services. According to Gair Holby, Registered -donors." 4 components and sent to Philadelphia, where The criteria to donate are simple, accord- the blood is screened for diseases. The results Nurse for Health .Services, students attending should bring a basic fam- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - are received within 24 hours ily and personal health history and once blood is deterThe service is for the benefit of students who do and any medications or birth mined to be free of disease control currently used. If panot want to travel back home to see a doctor it is put on the shelves for tients wish to purchase birth use. Gail Ho/by control, which is $17, the stuIf the blood is tested Health Services dent should bring a copy of the positive for any diseases, prescription as well as a recent - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The American Red Cross pap test. will notify the donor with a "The service is for the benefit of students ing to May. A donor must be at least 17years confidential letter that contains numbers for who do not want to travel back home to see a old and at least I 05 pounds, in good health treatment and support. and off any antibiotics for at least 48 hours doctor," said Holby. There are more advantages to donating Women's Health Night is by appointment prior to donation, with the exception ofbirth other than saving a life. The American Red only and can be scheduled by contacting control. There is a one-year deferment for Cross. will be providing free pizza to all doHealth Services. Although Holby said the anyone who has had a tattoo but no defer- nors and Allied Medical and Technical School September 15, 2003 appointments are filled, ment for piercing if the equipment was prop- will be on hand to provide free back maserly sterilized. appointments can be made for other dates. sages before the donation process. May also pointed out that every blood The American Red Cross will be in the Henry Student Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. type is in need right now; however, type Ocollecting blood from Wilkes students, fol- blood is the most universal. The O-blood lowing a summer oflow blood donation, ac- type is known as a "universal donor" which WE GAINED WEIGHT You've Got News Seen our Scholarship Channel lately? We've added over 250,000 bMmd new scholarships and revamped our entire site to. give you more accurate search results! 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Tickets to the event cost.$2,000 per pefS9n. said ~cptt $tan.zel, spokesman for the Bush-Cheney '04 campaign. . . • .• ., The visit will mark Bush's trll:h trip thi~ yeax;,to Penm;ylvanja, and the .22nd since he became president . With 21 electoral votes, Pennsylvania is tied with Illinois as the nation's tjfl:h-largest political prize. Bush has visited ~.~npsylv<lnia more than apy other sb}t(} exceptJris family homes in Texas and Maine. It is a key battleground state thal, until 2000, had l>een won by every successful presidential candidate since 1972. Bush lost the state in 2000, by 200,000-votest to DemocratAl :, Gore. American fore es Two soldiers killed in second incident. By PATRICK QUINN Associated Press Writer ,. Iraqi police said eight members of the Fallujah Protection Force and a Jordanian security guard were killed by U.S. for~~s risk three times higher than the general population, 1;1ccording to.research presented at a in a pre-dawn friendly fire incident Friday conference Friday. , in a dangerous "Sunni Triangle" city near It is the third study released in the rast three years wcid~nti~ snp,lt linl-,, ~09ording to Baghdad. David B. Sarwer of the University of·Pennsylvania m~ical soApoJ!s<<;e11Jerfor.Human. Just miles down the road and a few Appearance, whopresented,tbe paper at the Amen~~ M~il?. ·•. •. . . ' eApe ~yhours later two American soldiers were porters Conference. 'fhe study Oct()ber Jssue:;9.fr .t\lll'U!l~ of% killed and seven wounded during a raid. Plastic Surgery. .· · · , + t' N, .•, An American military statement Friday However: Sarwer said the research does not suggest a cause~and7effC9t :relationshi~~ said one U.S. soldier and five "neutral inbetween bre;st implants and suicide. Instead,it'i~dio~fs tltat a ~$h,er..t •• cted nqtJJ,ttt.< dividuals" were wounded in an attack near ber of women migh~ be seeking out such procedures·iti,attetp,l,'is !.'t<tJ'(ilve <Jgi.cal · the Jo~danian Hospital in Fallujah, 50 ki• problem with a medical procedute,,. •he sai?, ·· mi.f lometers (30 miles) west of Baghdad. The military said U.S. soldiers were fired on Jury Convicts Man in EJderlyWomants Murder I .. <:' '<· . ·.. . ,. " with a rocket-propelled grenade and small Ajury Friday convi~e.d a man o(bludgeoning ..(p death 72~year.:old rolilan With an arms. ashtray and then pawning bertelevisioµ setJor to quy F1ck: . , . .•. •·. •. . In Jordan, Foreign Minister Marwan Albert Tolbert, ,50, faces mandatory ljfe,it).ppson wh¢nihe\js.~l;itenctdNow l7 by Muasher received a phone call from U.S. Judge Lawrence J, O'Toole. > ' ,p> Y . .. . i'' Secretary of State Colin Powell express· Tolbert, who lived in an apartmenfnearBeatrice Gale, tri1t~ .to Jcill film~lfby cutting " ing regret for the incident which killed one his wrists with glass three days after the Npv. ~ 2002 killing th¢n con{essed tQinves~ of the Jordanians working at the field hospital where the incident occurred, the oftigators, police said. . . . . . i' . ~ . . . .•. .... ., "He's never tried to avoid responsibility forwhat he did and clearly wasnoleveMrying ficial Petra news agency said. to engage the jury or win anyoqe's sympathy Ol) the stand/' .(l~fen~ lawyer Lisa MiddleJordan's King Abdullah II will hold man said after the verdict. . . . . .,, talks next week with U.S. President Middleman argued that Tolbert was too mto]Cicate~ and.drunk at t~e,time 1!,) warrant a George W. Bush at the Camp David presifirst-degree murder conviction. . ' dential retreat in Maryland. The war in Iraq Gale's relatives said the motherpf four woul.d help,,otqers and eve,.gave mpney to is expected to dominate the meetings. Tolbert occasionally; " Petra said that Powell offered condo,J . lences for the "sad incident." Country singing legfnd Johnny Cash dies of coIDplie!tions fro, Diabe~es . In another attack against U.S. forces Johnny Cash, ~'The Man.in Black''. who beomne a towemig figure m,Amencan mu~1c near Fallujah, a U.S. convoy caine under with such hits as ''folsontPrison Blues," "I Walk the Line11 and 1'.AB9y Named ~ue;" (ljed fire in the Halabasa area, about 3 kilome• Friday. He was 71.. .. . ' · ters (1.8 miles) west of that city Friday afCash died of c~mplications from dia~tes thatresulted in respiratory failure~.his man-. ternoon. The firefight between the Ameriager, Lou Robin, said.in a statement issued by .BaptistHospital,in Nashville, where he died cans and the Iraqi resistance lasted for at 3 a.m. (0700 GMT). ' . , . ,, about 30 minutes, eyewitnesses said. "I hope that friends and fans of Johnny will pray for the Cash family to 'find comfort One U.S. ambulance was seen heading during this very difficult time," Robin said, ' to the battle scene. Eyewitnesses said one Cash had been released from the hospital Wednesday after a tw9•week ~tay for treatIraqi passer-by was killed. A damaged ciment of an unspecified stomach ailment. Th{:) illness caused him tQ miss last month's MTV vilian car and one burning U.S. truck could Video Music Awards, where his video "Hurt1t had been nominated in six categories ang be seen on the road . won one, for cinematography The violence Friday, however, was not restricted to areas around Fallujah, where guerrilla attacks on U.S. forces are a nearABC faces tough choices Jor futur& of Ritter show daily occurrence. &:yond the personal .tragedy, John Ritter's death left; ABC executives with an unp~ecA 45-minute gun battle erupted in cenedented nightmare: the loss ofone of their biggest stars a week befo17 a new TV season 1s to tral Baghdad where police chased and capbegin. · tured three members of a suspected No decision had been made Friday about the future of Ritter's comedy, "8 Simple Rules carjacking gang . ... for Dating My Teenage Daughter," a network spokesman said. In the incident at the Jordanian HospiThree new episodes of the series had already been filmed and Ritter was working on the tal on the western outskirts ofFallujah, .25 fourth when he became ill and died suddenly Thursday. policemen in three vehicles were chasing ABC could cancel the series outright, continue without nim or, considered less likely, cast another actor in Ritter's place. Study: Women with breast implants have threefold b.igJler.suitjde Women who choose to enhance their appearance with £te~~timpli,mtshave a .suicide. ! wm appe . a'j t •· $~0 0 an~ + . . ,. . ;;i~ a white BMW known to have been used by highway bandits. One unmarked police pickup truck carried a heavy machine gun, while another pickup truck and a car were painted white and blue·-the color of Iraqi police vehicles. The dead Iraqis seen by The Associated Press were in police uniform The police said the lost their quarry just after midnight and decided to turn around near the hospital. , The driver of one car, 19-year-old policeman Arkan Adnan, said the appearance of the armed Iraqi police pickup truck may have prompted the Americans to fire. "We shouted 'We are police. We are police.' Then we drove off the road into a field," Ahmed said at Fallujah hospital where he was being treated for a shoulder wound. "They started shooting from all sides." ~ Members of tlie Jordanian armed forces guarding the hospital also opened fire _ catching the Iraqis in a deadly crossfire. Jordanian diplomats moved to the hospital from their Baghdad embassy last month after it was attacked by a car bomb. Adnan said all the dead were in the armed pickup truck. "We were in-between firing ( coming) from all sides," said Asem Mohammed, 23, a police sergeant who was among the injured. "We were in the middle." , The 100-bed Jordanian military field hospital was sent in April 2003 to provide Iraqis and others with medical care. Dr. Dial Jumaili, who went to the scene to treat the victims and later went to pick up the bodies at a nearby U.S. Anny base, said there were eight dead policemen. He said two seriously injured were also taken to the base. Two .other Iraqi policeinen, four Jordanian guards and an Iraqi civilian also were injured. The bodies were later loaded onto three pickup trucks and escorted by police cars to a hospital in the nearby city ofRamadi to be given to their families after autopsies, The violence came after a message carrying the name of Saddam Hussein appeared on at least one building in Fallujah. The message praised the people of the city for their resistance to the American occupation and named it cap ital of al• Anbar province. Ramadi, west of Fallujah, is the capital of the Sunni dominated al-Anbar province. �NEWS 4 SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 Bill Cosby: In Profile A br~ef look at the life of 2004 's commencement speaker BY GABE LEDONNE Beacon Managing Editor While many people are familiar with Bill Cosby's 1980s television character, Dr. Cliff Huxtable, and his famous Jell-O commercials, markedly fewer are aware of the man's perseverance that led to his stratospheric rise to the top . Born in 1937, William Henry Cosby was raised in North Philadelphia's Richard Allen housing projects by his mother, Anna, and two younger brothers. His father, William Sr., was a Navy man, and so spent several months of the year away from his family. Cosby, although gifted with a high IQ, dropped out of high school in 10th grade, and joined the Navy in 1956, earning a high school equivalent while in service. With an athletic scholarship for track & field at Temple University in ,_,,,,, Philadelphia in 1961 , Cosby returned to pursue his education. Two years after starting at Temple, Cosby began his ~ purs~it of a comedy career,\ movmg from bars and nightclubs in Philly, to Greenwich Village's famous Gaslight Cafe in 1962. From there Cosby would sign with a management agency, producing a comedy. album, and touring cities throughout country. An important turning point came in 1965, when he made an appearance on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. It was there that TV producer Sheldon Leonard noticed him and later cast Cosby in a st_arring role in the show I Spy with Robert Culp. The series, which aired for three years, gave Cosby national recognition, as well as two Emmy Awards, and_made him_ the ,ifirst ever AfricanAmencan •· to hold a starring role in a dramatic TV series. After a stint of unsuccessful projects, including TheCosbyShow(1969-71) and his first movie, Hickey and Boggs, Cosby found success in 1972 with an animated TV series called, ..,._~·'""···· Fat Albert and the Cosby ■■■• Kids, for which Cosby served as e·xecutive producer and host. Many of the characters and storylines came . , directly from Cosby's own child~ood friends \•.. ,· j and experiences . The ~ , show was so popular .,.••' • with the Saturday morn.·. '. • ' ing TV crowd that it re,; · •~ mained in production [\!.• until 1984. Throughout this time, Cosby returned to education, earning a Master's degree and Doctorate in education from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst in 1977. Cosby even used his popular cartoon in his dissertation entitled, "An Integration of the Vis~al Media via Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids into the Elementary School Curriculum as a Teaching Aid and Vehicle to Achieve In- osby Continued from page 1 hone, Adams had to write a letter to the illiam Morris agency in Beverly Hills, hich would be given to Cosby for his consideration. Soon after, the university was iven the good news. "It wasn't very long after that, the Presient called me up and told, me that Mr. osby's agent called and said he will do it " said Adams. "It really was so exciting to g~t hat call, I can't even begin to tell you." However, with his acceptance, Cosby had couple of requests. · "We need to give him a baseball cap and epending on how warm it is, will giv~ ·m a Wilkes sweatshirt ·or tee shirt, and a · assel to put on the baseball hat, which he ill wear instead of (the motor board)," said dams. On Friday September 12, 2003, the full oard of Trustees approved the recommenation of the Honorary Degree Committee, onfirming that Cosby will serve as the comencement speaker. In the recommendation that was handed own to the Board of Trustees, reasons sited re his accomplishments in the acting world, s well as his devotion to the education proess. "We will recognize Dr. Cosby for his aclaim as an actor and comedian and his com- mitment to education. After achieving success as a television star, Cosby returned to the University of Massachusetts (Amherst) and earned a Master's degree and Doctorate in education. He has been a vocal advoc~!e for education and has generously donated to educational institutions, charitable organizations and social service agencies across the country," reads the recommendation. Other reasons include his devotion to the charity in memory of his son Ennis Cosby, who was killed in 1997. The charity is appropriately known as "Hello Friend." "Dr. Cosby and his wife have formed the Hello Friend/Ennis William Cosby Foundation to honor the memory of their son who was killed in a roadside shooting in 1997," stated the recommendation. "The Foundation trains kindergarten through second grade schoolteachers to work effectively with students who have learning differences." Adams is sure that Cosby's appearance on campus will be an exciting way for seniors to remember their college experience and commencement. "I think everyone is just going to be very excited about it," he said. :fl..· w: ·"1~;,, creased Learning." Cosby would fo_llow his success from "Fat Albert" with his most successful television project, The Cosby Show. The sitcom placed Cosby in the role of Dr. Heathcliff Huxtable for •eight years ( 1984-92)-although, the show remains popular in syndication today. In addition to several less successful :rv projects throughout his career, Cosby also wrote four books , produced several comedy albums, and starred in many films, incluoing California Suite, The Devil and Max Devlin, and Ghost Dad. However, Cosby's most admirable achievements may have come 1n the wake of tragedy. Following the shocking murder of his son, Ennis, in 1997, Cosby dedicated himself to the remembrance of him. The Cosby family ereated the "Hello Friend/Ennis William Cosby Foundation ("Hello Friend" was Ennis's 'trademark' greeting) The organization focused on promoting the treatment of dyslexia, a condition that Cosby's son suffered from. Cosby also launched a children's series of books, called, "Little Bill" featuring stories of children with learning differences. C-osby's Cr~dits Acting Roles: Television The More You Know ( 1999) Cosby (1996} - Hilton Lucas Kids Say the Darndest Things { 1996) The.,Cosby Mysteries (1994) . The Cosby Show (1984) Cos (1976) FatAibert and the Cosby Kids (1972) The New Bill Cosby Show (1972) The Electrlc Company (1971) The Bill Cosby Show ( 1969) . I Spy (1965) Acting Roles: Movies Jack (1996) I Spy Returns (1994) The Meteor Man ·(1993) Ghost Dad ( 1990) Papai Fantasma (1990) Leonard Part 6 (1987) The Devil and Max Devlin (1981) _California Suite {1978) Top Secret (1978) · A Piece of the Action ( 1977) Mother, Jugs and Speed (1976) Let's Do It Again (1975) Uptown Satu(day Night (1974) Man and Boy (1972) Crew Credits ~ Different World - Creator A Different World - Executive ConsultIn 1998, Cosby was awarded for his lifetime efforts with one of the nation's most prestigious honors, The Kennedy Center Honors, an event that venerates exceptional individuals in society. Cosby has been recognized with five Emmy Awards, three Golden Globes, 16 People's Choice Awards, and the NAACP Image Award for his work on television, and was also inducted into Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame in 1994. He's also been awarded eight Grammy awards for his comedy and children's albums. And, of course, Cosby has received numerous honorary degrees from a long list of colleges and universities across the country-Wilkes will soonjoi.n that list in May, 2004. ~ Information on Mr. Cosby courtesy of biography.com. Photos courtesy of de/a font. com · ant A Different World - Music Cosby - Executive Producer FatAlbert and. the Cosby Kids - Writer Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids Creator Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids - Head Writer Here and. Now ~ Executive Producer ! Spy-Producer l Spy - Executive Producer Little J3 - Executive Producer Little Bill - Creator Man and Boy ~ Executive .,Producer The Cosby ShOw • Writer · The Cosby Sh9w • Executive Produce The Cosby Show - Creator Jhe CosbtShow-Executive Consult- ant The Cosby Show - Music Where 1. Live - Creative Consultant Men Of Honor~ Executive Producer �SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 NEWS 5 Club Day Changes Attract More Participation Carnival-like atmosphere appeals to students BY KRISTIN KILE Beacon Correspondant Anyone walking down South Franklin or River Streets last Thursday might hav(.; 'wondered if Wilkes University was sponsoring J party. In some respects, ;twas .. lvith live; music and a vancty of food, more people stepped out onto the 0 reenway this year to see vhat clubs and organizations are being offered during the annual Club Day. This year, Vice President for Student Affairs Paul Adams pushed for a bigger event rather than the 1,., t~aditiona~ Cl~b ~ays ~f Many students t c P~st. 00 adn music ber 11, thanks were mcorporate to attract more students, and by most counts the appeals were successful. With the aid of perfeet weather and the added attractions, hundreds of Wilkes University students, faculty, and staff flooded the greenway. Freshman biology/pre-med major Josh Savitski said, "The atmosphere was very friendly, partyish, but not quite . It's fun." Donna Thorton, Director of Student Activities and the Student Center said, "The goal is to let all the incoming freshme n and some sophomores, who didn't know or who didn't participate their first year, know what clubs and organizations there are and that are available to join. And also to let them know if Colonel logo. A huge banner was to join in January. "I think it's really interdisplayed and shirts and water esting. It's sort of set up like a fair and evbottles with the new logo were eryone has been really nice with i!]formation handed out. about the clubs." Student Government represenWhile some students indulged in the intatives were also out in full force formation clubs had to offer, others helped letting students know about SG themselves to the food. Chris Pray, sophoand that there are positions open more biology/pre-med major simply said, in every class for students to run "Good hot dogs." He also enjoyed the live for. Selena Bednarz, a senior entertainment. math major and President of StuWilkes University has been working on dent Government said, "I think it's ·mproving many things throughout campus, good that administration stepped· and Club Day proved no different. The live in and tried to make this more of entertainment and food enticed students and a carnival setting to get people out faculty to get out and learn about the clubs here." and organizations. "I am just hoping that "Join Programming Board!" people are aware that there are things to do The Beacon/Mick Jenkins said Sarah Bogusko, President of on-campus," said Thorton. the Programturned out for Club Day this year, Septemming Board and to more music, food, and entertainment. a senior psycholthey have a specific interest and it is not ogy major. Bogusko said available, we welcome them to form an or- they have alrea~y had two ganization." meetings the first two weeks According to Thorton, Club Day h~s of school and she hopes that been around since at least as early as 1984. more people will show up at It started with just 3 or 4 tables set-up by their next meeting since more the admissions office and has evolved into people could sign-up at club a significant production with approximately day. . 48 clubs represented. The university's raSarah Doman, freshmen dio station, WCLH, and programming board elementary education major, brought a new addition to this event by spon- is one ofma~ freshmen who soring the band "Good Grief." benefitted from this event. Amidst all of the new activities surround- She scoured the tables in ing Club Day, a special event took place at search of Commuter Counnoon. The athletic department, along wi th cil, Manuscript, and the WritThe Beacon/Mick Jenkins Wilkes athletes, unveiled the new Wilkes ing Center which she hopes Students are shown urgently signing up their club of their choice. SG Explores Additional qame Room Beacon JAyoutArtist 3152 Lehigh Street All e.ntO"avn SALE Aug. 9-Sept. 2.0 at 'Iha South M~II 610-791--7~ Mon.Sat 9..9~Sun 10-6 l1Ht1'ili '1'111)11a'.l1Ufi ·k-Hi:ZI ~Wr.,). ilklffkll l:iaofl. at.u., » h linl+di. Ii :U.S..~ 1811:at;i~ti l-:IK lil;a,l1:ll:l1, ~:kJHi. 1111 rdl cfhclir~lltl•:iL~SntU•:11.d'! lc-r CMl'llfnk 3:L.in,I tuftil.11 b ~ litll.init'il ~i. off Qo''-'}W)' lt:!N prto;is through Wf:t. 21 :t:f-la towmt prtOQ guar.mtQQd fyw ~nd th ■~t tt11n ~ • ~ ..,_..ad prtia, bmg1hti -.I ll'i. WQ'JI bmt 'th;lr pro bJ 10ti. · At the first few Student Government meet-, ings of the 2003-04 scl:iool,year, questions have been raised about buildµ)ganother g~ room in the Henry Student Center., However; the plan is ''still in the talking stage/ according to Student Government President Selena Bednarz. "There J?.ave not been any formal vofui.g or proposals made on 9tj~'Jssu<i>. pe~. J:ully we will be given a toJoq;IC at S1;!9U,''.Ben<( ·,. ·· " t;.,.q; If Student Gove:rnl)l. . tr~pre~en ,d eci~ to guild another g13:~e r90~ B said itwill,be built'on tlie'. µt:lfl outside oftlie <3tand:aa1 •.•.• . th Student Center. Retumfug sfµdents WIT prqspeqµyF ·· · ♦ foos-balL ''I haven't;eally heard anything from th studenfslo build anoth:rr, bigger-game room but we were disappointed in the size• of th current game room." Bednarz said. "It · smallefthanwe anticipated last year." fu order to build the game ,room .on 1patio, the. iirea.wouldfirsthave to be·c •· oughth estjin iyely, . hope . .. s t\yo poo fudent msl'tha . Q J>()O ' + hatdoesn't nee . member that a second ~ame .rogm was buiJ,ta. tables an · . .. ·• an't be made, wl}ere there was once a catnpll$ baiu(:1 jµst 1 fastyear: BuiStudenf Governmentmem~~t&. "''lrfttiy t"~ood . ypool tabl~: along wit~ ~me studellts, a!e I\Qt co~rlet~ty> ~eruor bU$!t\~SS ~jor~ Ch~~nNenkate~llsa.i. satisfied with tllerresults; bne majot.com, ~hile sho9ting pool with a .,couple of hi plaint among students is p.avingto pay to ~:ay ftiendsat the.newest game.room. �6 EDITORIAL SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 Club Day Proves How Many Opportunities -s tudents Have Leadership now spells success down the line Wilkes U-ni-ver-sity! Take a major, the many different organi- ing services through the charge of your fu-ture-Wilkes! zations within the University ~re wel- YMCA or other organiWe have all probably heard coming to new and hungry students zations. this special jingle used to help who just show an interest. What Other programs such recruit students to this fine insti- Wilkes has is a sense of healthy com- as Engineering, Math, tution. But once· we get here, do petition amongst departments and Computer Science, and we really "take charge of our fu- clubs that keeps the school expand- Business also offer ture?" ing as well as enhancing. hands-on experience Every year Wilkes holds Club As students and future profession- with things like the EnDay, a day in which almost ev- als, it is both our duty and in our best gineering Club, the Math ery co-curricular and extracur- interests to get involved in our school, and Computer Science ricular club within the university whether its through Student Govern- Club, and SIFE. And progathers to promote more involvemoting multiculturalism, ment among the student body. a key goal for the Clubs ranging from Campus university as a Greens to Pre-Pharmacy, Enwhole, is the aim gineering, Dance, Cultural of the Diversity, etc. are all present. Mu 1tic u 1tu r a 1 The list goes on and on. And Student Club. while many students show up Clearly, a survey for Club Day and sign up, of "service" on this campus many just ignore it or attend wouldn't be complete ifwe half-heartedly for the free · didn't acknowledge the athfood, candy, and soda. letes in all competitive Wilkes is one of the few sports and the performers in universities within the coundance, theater, and music try that pro_motes programs who all offer not only enterand clubs that are open to tainment for the Wilkes Managing Editor: ............................. Gabe Le Donne anyone regardless of major. community, but also for the Asst. Managing Editor: ................... Raphael Cooper Founded by John Wilkes, this community at large.- And Business Manager.; ........................... David J. Grasso was his ultimate goal-to erethe list can go on and on. Asst. Business Manager: .................. Amanda Martucci ate the all-around scholar What these examples and News Editor: ..................................... Gabrielle Lamb who ventured out of his/her those not listed here illusown major and experienced trate is that there are many Features Editor: ............................... Lindsey Wotanis a rich and diverse academic ways for students to become Arts/Entertainment Editor: ........... . Melissa Jurgensen world. Today, more than ever, involved. Opinion/Editorial Editor: ................ Ginger Eslick one must possess a little In today's society and Sports Editor: ................................... Stephen Kemble knowledge about a lot of competitive business world, Photo Editor: .................................... Kristin Hake things-and this is the place to we need an edge. With do it. merely a degree and a 3.0 Layout Artists: .................................. Jennifer Marks Kerri Parrinello But as many of us enter average, one will find out it Wilkes as freshmen, our prijust might not be enough. Kevin Fitzsimmons orities are somewhat mixed ......................................................................."......................_ ... •,. _ ____. With great and knowledge, Joe DeAngelis up. While parents drop their able faculty, coaches, and Asst. News Editor: ............................ Julie Melf young adults off to the dorms ment, the Running Club, political advisors to clubs and various groups Asst. Features Editor: ...................... Elvira Illiano beaming with pride that Jimmy groups, or Commuter Council. And at this institution, students may learn or Jenny is going to set the world while the opportunities are out there, as much or more than what they Asst. A&E Editor: ............................ Monica Cardenas on fire in pursuit of higher edu- we need to take advantage. Wilkes, would through an internship. Jeff Geller cation, the sad fact is that some among other accolades, possesses a When we commit to being here Asst. Op/Ed Editor: ........ ,................. Sabrina McLaughlin students' mindsets are focused on Pharmacy Department that is among anyway, why not succeed and be a Asst. Sports Editors: ........................ Will Midgett nothing but parties and some- the best.in the state. Its communica- positive example for all who have, Faith Martin times other troublesome prac- tiori studies program is the region's do, and will attend this institution Asst. Photo Editor: ........................... T. Mick Jenkins tices. These priorities naturally best-kept secret allowing students of Wilkes University? By getting stem from a newfound sense of hands-on involvement through its ra- out there, bettering the University Web Manager,:.................................. Don Shappelle freedom but also a certain sense dio station (WCLH 90.7) Zebra Com- and the community, ~e are only Faculty Adviso.-: ... ............................ Dr. Andrea Frantz of immaturity. While students munications, Wilkes Today news helping ourselves and the reputation should have fun throughout their magazine, or The Beacon. Its English of our alma mater. Box 111, Wilke3 University Wilkes experience, campus in- department faculty are actively enThis University, despite having 192 South Franklin St. volvement within the institution couraging students with hands-on great administrators, faculty, adviWilkes-Barre, PA 18766 should take precedence. The learning in the Writing Center, The sors, facilities, and programs can (570) 408-5903 money we pay for tuition is for Manuscript, and also presenting pa- only be what WE, the students, the experience we can put on the pers at conferences. Accounting ma- make it. E-mail: 'wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com resume, not the parties that ad- jors give back to the community by It is our future and it is all availversely effect the grade point. doing taxes annually for those who able here. It is time we take a look And here at Wilkes, we really can't afford it. Other Wilkes students at what is truly here at ·our finger* Pnnted on Mondays, with get more than we pay for. Even with an interest in education or a de- tips before it is too late. Start appre- . * Established m -1944 . i~ one is not able to decide upon sire to help children may offer tutor- ciating Wilkes University. * Member of the Pennsylvanta the exception of holidays Staff . , . -. . ~- Backgro~nd New~p~per Association _, * 1,500 papers di~tributed weekl �SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 EDITORIAL 7 Wilkes Community Wilkes-Barre's Future . Can Impact - Government Study Commission offers voters option for change •* .BY THOMAS J. BALDINO, PHD Wilkes Chair/Econ-CommPol.Sci-Soc In November 2001, the citizens of Luzerne County voted by a 2to- l margin to create the Luzerne County Government Study Commission. The Commission's challenge was to examine the threecommissioner form of-government currently operating in the county, to compare it to other potential forms of government allowable under Pennsylvania law, and to determine whether county government could be made more responsible, accountable, economical, and efficient by adopting an alternative to the current system. In the same election, the voters chose eleven individuals, including the two of us, to serve on the Study Commission. Almost two years later, after approximately eighty weekly meetings, eleven public hearings, and intensive study of the structure and performance of government not only in Luzerne County, but also in Pennsylvania's six "Home Rule" counties (those counties that have previously developed alternative forms of county government), we have completed our two primary tasks. First, the Commission unani- served as a model for most state and mously concluded that Luzerne city governments. Our federal and County's current three-commissioner ~tate systems prevent one branch of form of government, established by government from having so much the state 170 years ago when county power and responsibility that it can commissioners had little policy-mak- dictate policy to the rest of society. ing or administrative responsibility, Certainly, it would be difficult to has served the residents of the county imagine Americans accepting a situpoorly and that a more modern form ation in which the President could of government would be more suit- declare war or impose a budget able for a county with a $220 mil- without the consent of Congress. · As a result, our charter would lion budget and 2000 employees. Second, the Commission developed create a system in which the voters a Home Rule Charter, or constitution, elect both a County Executive and for the county that, we believe, a nine-person legislature, or County would result in a vast improvement Council, with their powers divided in the performance of Luzerne roughly along the lines of the federal and state systems. Three memCounty's government. The Commission is now engaged bers of Council would be elected atin an effort to educate the public large while the other six members about the proposed Charter and why would be elected from specific diswe believe that the past and present tricts within the county. This would failures of our county government ensure that the interests of all reare primarily the result of weak- gions of the county would be repnesses in the structure of that gov- resented, but that some members of ernment and not simply the conse- Council would have an incentive to quence of having elected "the wrong represent the interests of the entire people". We must also explain why county. Luzerne County government has the new form of government we advocate would eliminate many of the a long history of mismanagement, problems inherent in the current . nepotism, and "buck passing." Currently, neither the county commisthree-commissioner system. The most serious flaw in the cur- sioners nor the many other elected rent form of government is that our _officials are required to possess any three county commissioners serve management training or expertise. simultaneously as both the executive Therefore, in order to make the opand legislative branches of county eration of county government more government. This means that it lacks efficient, our charter mandates the · the separation of powers and checks hiring of a highly qualified profesand balances that were so carefully sional manager to assist the County crafted by America's Founders for Executive in administering county · out'. federal :government •and have . · government. The current system includes the election of many row officers, such as the Register of Wills and the Recorder of DeidS, who are simply office managers and not policymakers. When problems surface in a particular office, it is difficult to assess responsibility because the row officer often blames the county commissioners, who al- BY ROBERT D. SEELEY, PH D Wilkes Assoc. Prof of Economics locate resources to the office, and awarded at exorbitant prices to the the commissioners blame the row friends, relatives, and campaign officer, who manages the office. contributors of elected officials Furthermore, while the perforwithout proper bidding for those mance of the Sheriff and the Corocontracts as well as the hiring of ner would seem to be enhanced by _ county employees at pre-detersignificant experience in the fields of law enforcement and Qiedicine, mined salaries in the absence ofjob respectively, the current system re- descriptions or required qualificaquires no previous education or ex- tions. Our charter mandates the perience for the individuals hold- creation of both an administrative code and a personnel code based ing these offices. Our charter would eliminate all upon the best practices of other inelected row offices except the Con- stitutions in order to eliminate the troller and the District Attorney. blatant use of taxpayer financing The County Executive would ap- to reward political allies. We hope that all Wilkes stupoint, subject to approval by dents, faculty and staff who are, or County Council, all department could become, eligible to vote in heads in order to eliminate the curLuzerne County in this November's rent duplication of effort and lack election will, in fact, register to of coordination in the Courthouse vote ·and decide to vote for the as well as to place all responsibilHome Rule Charter. Your support ity for poor performance squarely will help Luzerne County move on the shoulders of the Executive. into the 21st century. Everyone In addition, the Sheriff and the Medical Examiner (formerly Coro- should remember that voting ner) would be required to possess against the charter or not voting at substantial, appropriate qualifica- · all constitutes a vote for more of tions in the fields of law enforce- th~ same county government unment and medicine, respectively. . der which we have suffered for The history of Luzerne County many decades. government is one of contracts , September 11, Gratuitous Rehashi.ng .~f Tragedy ~emembering Vi<;tims with Respect BY MEAGAN BROWN Beacon Co"espondent The memorial for the tragic events of September 11, 2001 was held last Thursday on our campus and all across the United States. · News programs the world over have been showing and re-showing .the planes hitting the Twin Towers and the collapse of those buildings that followed. Recently, transcripts of phone calls, some of which were the last the callers ever made, were released to the public. Why? Why must we constantly rehash the tragic events of that day? It's been two years but there are still grieving families, children growing without fathers and mothers, spouses still mourning the loss of their best friends and lovers, parents'still hoping to see their child's face one more time. ·. · The news footage and th_e. released transcripts seem like another way for the news stations to gather more ratings and we willingly participate. I, for one, switch to cartoons or anotherJ1on-media station when I see the foptage. I see it as disrespect- · ful toward those who lost people. The people lost and the people hurt are always in my thoughts and I remember them in other ways. I don't think that showing the death of thousands of people over and over and over qualifies as a memorial. It qualifies as shock factor. Remember the people lost in other ways. If you are religious, say a prayer every "time you think of9/ 11. If you , aren't; talk to a close _ friend ab.out your. feelings toward that day. Hope for a happy life for the children who now hav~ no father or mother figure in their lives. Even our owrrmemorial ser.vice on campus provided a good outlet'1o remember the dead. That's what we are trying-to do anyway, right? We want to remember the people lost in po.sitive ways; we don't want to watch them die again every year around 9/11. Tell the news stations that their use of that footage to gain viewers is unacceptable by turning off the television. Don't give into the shock value. We all saw it happen. We can all recall exacily where •we -were . What we need to be saying is that, when the.news cameiin. I have the ye$ you.hurt us, but what is-more· image permanently burned into my important is that we lost our own; head. So do those-who lost family we want to remember their lives; members-and friends:. Is it really not their deaths, fair for them. to ·tum on the news Keep going to the memorials, and once again view exactly what keep- praying for the families and caused their loved one Jo die? I hoping for their children. Go to think not. your friends and talk to them about Watching that footage again not it. But don't give in when news staonly dishonors the memory of tions rehash the past. Tum off the those lost but it sends a message to station and send a message to the those who committed this act. It news media. Tell them it is wrong immortalizes them, too. We are not to collect viewers by showing remembering the dead but almost death. Remember 9/11 in your own honoring those who flew the planes way, not the way they tell you to. into the buildings. We are reminding them that they got us, they hurt us, and they killed our families. �8 EDITORIAL SEPTEMBER 15 2003 Point/Counterpoint: Global Warming · Global Warming is a serious issue that requires world-wide attention and consideration. Some people believe that immediate preventative action is needed in order to make the world a better place to live in years to come. On the contrary, others believe that global warming is not an issue that needs to be dealt with because the effects will not be seen in this lifetime. Whatever your stance may be, the subject requires our attention because, after all, the future is in our hands. Global Warming is Worthy of Our Attention 8Y GINGER ESLICK Beacon Opinion/ Editorial Editor Global warming is caused when emissions of carbon dioxide and other heat trapping pollutants enter into the atmosphere and form a cover around us. Each time you bum a fossil fuel, such as coal or gas, carbon dioxide is entering the atmo- sphere and contributing to global warming. These carbon dioxide emissions can play a major role in what our future world holds for us. Global warming is an issue.that without a doubt needs to be taken seriously. That is unless you want your future health and the health of the wildlife around you to be threatened. Not to mention the effects it has on the future weather patterns, which will rise three to nine degrees higher unless the emissions of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere are reduced. Remember those pesky mosquitoes that refused to go away this summer? I suggest you either get used to them, invest in stock of OFF, or take global warming seriously. The future of global warming will bring you plenty more of those nasty insects along with mosquito-born diseases. In the scheme of things mosquito bites really don't seem that bad. At least not when you are comparing them to increased amounts of pollution, a change in the water.supply, more storms, and threats to ecosystems .everywhere. • Don't kid yourself and think that you will never be affected by any of these factors. Scientists are already saying that many of the problems I have listed above are already showing up today. So the next time you hear someone mention global warming, take it seriously before it is too late . . We Have Bigger Things to Worry About Than Global Warming BY KERRI PARRINELLO Beacon Staff Writer With hybrid cars popping up everywhere, one might wonder just what the companies that make these cars are trying to accomplish. Many companies all over the world are beco_ming more environmentally-conscious, trying hard to curb the damaging effects of global warming. · As. stated by Globalwarming.org, global warming, or what occurs in the .atmosphere as a result of gaseous emissions, has :caused an increase of .45 degrees Celsius (-approxi- mately 1 degree Fahrenheit) over the past century. Why do we really need to worry about this? The Natural Resources Defense Council published figures claiming that the carbon dioxide trapped in the atmosphere could possibly cause a temperature shift ofup to nine degrees Fahrenheit over the next hundred years. Will less production and driving really lead to a decrease in the amount of harmful gases released into the atmosphere? No, it won't, because what people don't realize is that 98 percent of all gaseous emissions are natural, as in the case-bf water vapors. There's nothing we can do about how we breathe and what gases water gives off. Here's an interesting idea: everyone in the world should get an e-mail that alerts them in their language that we'te going to hold an international hold-your-breath-for-as-longas-you-can day. We'll all just stop breathing and emitting noxious gases and see if scientists.ean prove that it could have an effect on global warming. Senior citizens, asthmatics, pregnant women, and children will be exempt from participating in the study. The atmosphere should clear up awful quickly. What is Classified an ·Important Political Issue? BY SABRINA MCLAUGHLIN Beacon Assistant Op/Ed Editor During the past few months, at one of the many press conferences dealing with the·war in Iraq, President Bush was asked to respond to concerns over the continued attacks on American soldiers by remnants of Saddam Hussein's supporters. The President, perhaps with the intention of trying to convey a sense of a righteous, indomitable American spirit, responded with these words: "Bring it on." Surely the President did not intend to sound callous-after all, accusations of taki~g soldiers lives lightly isn't good for anyone's political career-but as one military mom put it, "bring it on" is easy to say when you are not the soldier on the frontlines, or the loved one of that soldier who is praying that their son, daughter, father, or husband does not become the next victim of a checkpoint bombing or sniper fire from a Hussein regime holdout. The honorable thing about military men and women is that they are willing to sacrifice their lives for their country. But no American soldier enjoys facing death-especially when they are asked to do so for ambiguous reasons. Just ask some Vietnam vets. Increasingly, the Bush administration is being challenged as to exactly why it is asking our soldiers to risk their lives in Iraq. What may be outrageous to those who have friends and relatives in the military is the prospect .that our government has seJilt them overseas based on misrepresentations. This ~ummer the story was released that one of the points used to show the necessity for war was a deliberate falsification of the facts . In one of his speeches, the president said that there were confirmed intelligence reports that Hussein received large amounts of uranium from an African country, to be used in constructing nuclear weapons. This was later shown to be a complete fabrication. Although the director of the CIA took the fall for this, it is my opinion that there should have been greater public olltcry and media criticism of the Bush administration. It is alarming that our government misrepresented information to strengthen an argument for war with Iraq. But instead of inciting a raging scandal, this story seemed to fade away and was placed on a media backburner. We really haven't heard much about it since. Why do some political controversies get more coverage than others? Without making any apologies for the former president, why did the Clinton scandal, dealing with that president's personal sex life, cause a gre_a ter media frenzy than the Bush administration's skewing of facts in a life and death matter such as the Iraqi war? Perhaps it is because some special interest groups and powerbrok are more effective at manipulating the media. Too often, in the confusion of today's frenzied media coverage, it seems that the truly important questions never get enough attention. Or, if the questions are asked, they never seem to get answers. Perish the thought that this is because some would rather have them swept under the rug. But, of <::ourse, in a democratic society where we are guaranteed free speech and a right to criticize our leaders, this never happens, right? Or does it? ) F ti C fi ri ~ ~ a: ' CJ w B SJ p.. m Re Bi SI du �FEATURES SEPTEMBER 15 2003 9 Wilkes Students Embrace Study Abroad BY ELVIRA ILLIANO Beacon Asst. Features Editor Pape has been back for over a time by going to clubs and attendmonth now and admits that it has ing bullfights, but he seemed to enSometimes time spent on campus can get a little claustrophobic. been hard getting back into the joy himself the most while visiting But students no longer have to wait swing of things. He said that it has foreign cities. Michaels said, "I visDr. Mischelle B. Anthony ited some of the main shopping ar4ntil after graduation for a little been especially hard to adjust physi. eas of Madrid and went to a few Dr. Mischelle B. Anthony, V" iting cally "because of jetlag" and that's change of scenery. museums which were very pretty." Assistant Professor of Early American This summer, Eric Pape and why he decided to take a few days He also stated that he "saw the most Literature, is one of Wilkes University's Damian Michaels, two Wilkes Uni- . off to readjust. "Then reality sunk amazing cathedrals and old newest members. versity students, flew the friendly in. I was in Wilkes Barre and not in synagogues and mosques." For those of you who don't khow her, skies to take on a once-in-a-lifetime Madrid or Paris. Jt was back to Contrary to Pape, however, here's som~ useful information about her. opportunity for students of all ages: normal. It was hard getting back, Michaels met several Americans Beacon: What did you do before coming to but I guess it was facilitatedby gostudy abroad. who were not part of any study Wilkes? Eric Pape, a senior biology ma- ing back to work and doing normal abroad programs. Anthony: For the last twelve years, I · jor, participated in a study abroad things that I did prior to leaving "In Spain, I met a group of taught English, classics, and humanities courses at private ancf public program which allowed him to school," explained Pape. American guys from Michigan universities in Ol<lahoma. Damian Michaels, a senior at study in both Spain and France for who were on vacation. I met them Beacon: What pushed you to join the Wilkes Uttiversity community? a total of four weeks. Wilkes University majoring in in a bar, but I don't reAnthony: The course offerings are strong. The faculty-I've never Pape was abroad member their names. I seen an academic community that works so welltogether and listens from July 3rd to just spoke to them for a to each other while putting so much energy into their students! The July 31st. "I arrived few hours," explained faculty here is remarkable. And the office on the third floor of a in Madrid on July Michaels. century-old mansion didn't hurt, either. 4th. We were in Just as Pape had difBeacon: Are you glad you chose Wilkes University? Madrid until July ficulty readjusting to Anthony: Yes-Students are respectful, serious, and dedicated to their 27th and then we life at Wilkes, so did work; campus is a beautiful place (life is best wh,eRwe are surrounded flew to Paris from Michaels. He said, by beauty); faculty-student relations are transfopnativ~ for both here. Madrid. We were "The hardest thing to Beacon: What do you have planned for Wi\kes t};~vtiisity's English in Paris from the readjust to was the department in the near future? lf\ii;: ,, 27th [of July] until length of the days. In Anthony: My plan covers two areas: the and the larger the 31st [ofJuly]." . Spain, the sun would community. I want to emphasize our roots in the Puritan American While in Spain come up at 7:00 a.m. belief system while also exposing the differences, the ways we have and France, Pape 1 and wouldn't set until diverged from our national beginnings. And I also want to begin a did not take many around 10:45pm. In service-learning course which takes the classroom out into the field. school classes. Pennsylvania, the days Beacon: Now that you're at Wilkes, what goal have you set for With the hope _to yourself? · aren't even close to bebecome more fluent ing that loJlg." Anthony: To continue growing and learning as a teacher and a in the Iaifguage, he He also added that it colleague; also publish my scholarly edition of theJ.807 New York preferred instead to memoir, Lucinda, Or, The Mountain Mourner. was hard to get back to take only one class. Beacon: Just out of curiosity, who is your favorite English author? his.everyday routine. "I "I had an advanced was having so much Anthony: Impossible question! There should be sub-categories for conversation class fun in Madrid that it this one. Today, it's George Eliot for Middlemarch. in Spanish," said was hard to leave. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Pape. When I am done with When Pape classes at Wilkes, I he Running Club· wasn't studying, he can't just go to a big city was surely enjoying with lots to do. l have Do you like to run? If you answered himself. "I went to to live in Wilkes Barre, yes, then joining the Wilkes University Pamplona for the which can be very borRunning Clup is a step in the right direcrunning of the bulls. Submitted by: Eric Pape ing," said Michaels.· tion. Jared Shayka, president, started the Then I went to Eric Pape at the Plaza de Toros, Las Ventas, Madrid. Study abroad deficlub in Feb(Uary . of2003, in hopes of Valencia to see my nitely continues to be a finding students who share in his lov;e of one friend," stated future prospect for Pape and running, both recreationally and competitively. Pape. He also added that he went Spanish and secondary education, Michaels. Next time, however, Beacon: What is the Running Club's mission'! out with students from other Ameri- also went to Spain and France for they may visit such countries as Shayka: The purpose of the )Vitkes. University Running Club is to re- can universities. "Weekdays we four weeks. Italy, Germany, or Ireland. awaken the once lively JU1}nµig spirit that exjstedthfoughov.t campus. "I visited many places in Spain, would just take it easy and go to The main goal of' the clµb js .to renew interes · · ' y9un!r}' running local bars. Then, on weekends, [we for example Madrid, Sevilla, To- Michaels, however, stated that it and continualpqysfoalexercise in tqe of •ov . would] go to the disco techs or ledo, Cordoba, Granada, and Avila. might be more difficult the second Beacon: Wti,atl<ln ' ' 'ngdo'youdQ? " In France I visited just Paris," said time around because he may "get , 0 . clubs." They would also go out to too home sick after a long time." · Shayka: "W~ do al and cornpetjtive eat, go shopping, or "just walk Michaels. Both Pape and Michaels encourBeacon: Why is t e unning Club important to WtlkC$ University? While in Spain, Michaels took around aimlessly," explained Pape. age students to participate in study Shayka: ,Wilkes doesn'foffer ap.y sports programs such as Although Pape met many on a fuller workload than Pape. "I cross country or track; So, our goal is to start a country team along American students, he didn't meet took two classes in Spain. One was abroad programs. "A lot of kids with keeping the recreational side of the Running Club. any Americans who weren't stu- Advanced Spanish Conversation, think it's [study abroad programs] Beacon: What are some of your upcoming events? dents. "I didn't see many Ameri- and the other was the History of expensive or a long, tedious proShayka: We currently run every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 5 cans who weren't study abroad stu- Spain. Both of the classes were in cess, but it's really not," stated Pape. Michaels also added, "If anyone p.m. We meet in the Henry Student Center. Jn addition to that, we will dents. They were there but it was Spanish, but the conversation class run in the Benjamin August 3-mile run on September 14, as well as the either hit or miss. Everybody over did have some English spoken. But has ANY interest in studying Ronald McDonald SK.. (Ull on September 28. there speaks ... two or three lan- the majority of the class was in abroad ... you will have a great time and you won't regret it." Beacon: How can students join? guages so most people in Spain Spanish," explained Michaels. Shayka: Students can become involved by joining us Qn our runs Michaels also enjoyed his free spoke English," clarified Pape. during the week. W,e also meet as a group every Thursday-at 11 a.m. classroom fonn for.runnerst ci:oss �10 FEATURES SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 Freshmen Offer Vision for Wilkes-Barre Lynch feels as though the students did themselves to present a coherent single plan Hotel Sterling would need the most work. Al- . though some students suggested wiping it a fine job coming up with these cost effec- to the city, they could probably get an official hearing, II said Baldino. from the landscape, others saw the historical tive suggestions. "A lot of students had a real variety of Baldino feels as though this suggestion value and beauty of the buildings in the downsome very reasonable, inexpensive ways the exercise goes to prove that Wilkes students town, and hoped to see them revitalized. "Blow up the Sterling." Many students also suggested that find- community could be improved, specifically are concerned with what happens to the city, This is just one of many suggestions ing ways to draw more businesses to the city- picking up trash, or planting flowers. Those- and that is a "source of potential strength." made by the newest freshmen class on how "We do care about what happens to the is a key step in restoring the square and South are low budget items. I took that to be very to improve downtown Wilkes-Barre. encouraging," commented Lynch. do~ntown, and the people who make deciMain Street. Becky Storer, a Freshman PsyOn August 23, the freshest faces at One of the most striking suggestions sions about it need to take that into considerchology major, pointed out that gearing the Wilkes had their first good look at the surwas having students sit o City Council. · ation, and use that as a strength. We [Wilkes downtown towards the college students roundings they will call home for the next Lynch sees this as concrete evidence that stuUniversity] are an untapped resource," said would he1p to bring life back to the city. four to six years. More than 525 freshmen Baldino. "Many of the businesses al- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - took a tour of the downtown as part of the The next step in the ready there include restauFreshman Foundations program. The FRF If they (students) could organize themselves to FRF program includes a rants that are too expensive program, as it's called for short, was started freshmen class plenary sespresent a coherent single plan to the city, they for college students to afford. three years ago with the hopes of providing sion to be held on Tuesday, If the business was geared could probably get an official hearing. a common learning experience for all freshSeptember 30 at 11 a.m. in more towards the college stuDr. Thomas Baldino men students. the Dorothy Dixon Darte dents, more students might go The tour consisted of five key points Prof. of Political Science Center. The students will into the square,".stated Storer. in the downtown area: River Commons, So what's the problem - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - hear from the Luzerne Public Square, South Main Street, Boscov's, County Government Study with bringing in new busiand the Wilkes University Greenway. nesses? According to Dr. Thomas Baldino, dents do care about the environment around Com1J1ission. Members of the commission According to Dr. Douglas Lynch, AsProfessor of Political Science, many new them. "Students are interested in being part will be presenting a report on their proposal sociate Professor of Education and FRF Cobusinesses have political reasons for not re- of their community. I think if students are for a new county government. ordinator, the downtown tour, designed by asked to make a contribution... they'll rise to "This connects in a concrete way the locating. Dr. John Hepp, had two purposes. "We want the occasion. I think the frustration arises importance of students becoming involved in "I've heard from business people that the faculty to meet the students early in the from not knowing where to go to, or not betheir community because students who are they would love to locate downtown, but they semester and connect with them. We want ing asked by the broader community," said registered to vote will be able to vote on that don't want to do it now because they can't the students to feel comfortable in their Lynch. proposal at the next election," said Lynch. deal with this mayor and this mayor's bureauclasses. We also wanted to el\lphasize that Baldino agrees that Wilkes students do Now it is up to the students. Can they cracy. So when the new mayor comes in, we'll Wilkes is part of a larger community, and for care about their community, and points out help to make Wilkes-Barre a beautiful and see if businesses start to fill up the downthem to become comfortable with the envithat there is nothing to stop students from flourishing city? Will they put their own sugtown," said Baldino. ronment around Wilkes," said- Lynch. gestions into action? We will have to wait Baldino also added that there is a lot of being involved in city politics. After the tour, students met in class"If they [students] could organize and see if they can "Rise to the Challenge." deferred business action as a result of the rooms with their FRF faculty member to dismovie theater's delay. "Once they start actucuss what they saw on the tour. Their objecally building it [movie theater], I think you'll tive was to "Rise to the Challenge," the theme see other a~tion," he said. of the Class of 2007, by thinking of specific John Mancke, freshman biochemistry ways to improve the downtown. major, offered same sug- , gestions on how to fund the city improvements. "Trying to get donations from local companies, or seeking state and federal grant money are some possibilities for raising funds to revitalize the downtown," said Mancke. Seems logical, but · www.shermanhillsappartments.com according to Baldino, it had already been done. The Best Looking Affordable Apartments In Wilkes-Barre "The mayor goes after grant money all the Now accepting applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments time. l':le's had streaks of The Beacon/Kristin Hake success. His downfall is Centrally Located Laundry Facilities Graffiti covers the walls of a building on that he has taken money Public transportation 24-Hour Maintenance Service the comer of River and Ross Streets. and then not delivered. Carpeting Frost Free Refrigerator If you do that long enough, the people that Suggestions ranged from realistic to Air Conditioning Garbage Disposal gave you the money the first time aren't goradical. Some of the more radical suggesOn Site Social Service Coordinator Stove ing to give it to you again," said Baldino. tions included blowing up the Sterling HoHowever, Baldino is hopeful that the tel, or leveling the entire downtown and startnew administration will mean new opportuing over. However, in most cases, a more 300 Parkview Circle nities for state and federal grant money. realistic statement followed the radical comWilkes-Barre, Pa. 18702 In the meantime, many of the freshmen ment. Many students are aware of the imMonday- Friday 8A.M. to 5P.M. came up with some inexpensive ideas for mense cost that would be involved in rejubeautifying the city. Some of the more eco,. venating the downtown, and therefore said nomical suggestions included planting flowstarting from scratch might be cheaper than CHECK US OUT TODAY !!!! ers, turning Public Square into a "Greenway" remodeling some of the severely dilapidated 570-823-5124 or using volunteers to pick up trash, paint mubuildings. EHO rals, and plant trees. Another suggestion was The majority of students agreed that the to have prison workers clean up the city. BY LINDSEY WOTANIS Beacon Features Editor < W6¥44#44144i < STUDENTS WELCOME Sherman Hills Apartments . �FEATURES SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 11 Vesperman Sets Many Goals for ROTC Cadets BY JESS NIEMIEC Beacon Staff Writer Wilkes' ROTC cadets will be marching ferent than her previous, Vesperman in no to the beat of a different drum thi~ear. way indicated that one was better than the A new face can be found leading the other. She does, however, state that she is ranks of ROTC cadets. Lieutenant Colo- happy to have the opportunity to interact nel Jane Vesperman has been making a with the "young folks" of Wilkes. seamless transition as Wilkes University's Vesperman's duty at Wilkes is to prepare new ROTC advisor. cadets for all types of military situations and Vesperman's predecessor, Lieutenant train them to become Second Lieutenants.• Colonel Smith, retired in May 2003 after Her main goal, however, is to have a posibeing part of the military for a total of28 tive influence on the cadets. years. Originally from Wisconsin, "Would I want these cadets leading my Vesperman is a graduate of the University children? Ifl can say yes, than I know I'm of Wisconsin, Platville, with a degree in doing the right thing," explained Vesperman. criminal justice. Following graduation, she She also added that she wants to teach the recieved a post card from a local recriuting cadets what to expect once they are in the office, went down and signed up immedi- Air Force so she can get them to a point ately afterward. where she would have them working for her. The ability to travel and see foreign Other goals Vesperman has set for hercountries such as Korea, South America, - self and her cadets include instilling a sense Asia, Western Europe, and Vesperman's of professionalism in the cadets favorite, Russia, was actually one of the and to expand the ROTC profactors which helped her to decide whether gram at Wilkes. or not an officer's life was right for her. Andrew Calhoun, a senior Other than the incentive of traveling, communications major at Vesperman felt that her patriotism had Wilkes and four year ROTC camuch to do with her decision to join the det, stated that while leadership military. styles may be different now that "As much as I love to travel, and enjoy Lieutenant Colonel Smith has experiencing all the different things there retired, he is confident that are out there, I'm always glad to be back Vesperman's "strong leadership on American soil," stated Vesperman. style will rub off on us [the caImmediately before her move to Wilkes, dets] and help with training." Vesperman was stationed in Cheyenne, Both cadets and advisors Wyoming for three and a half years as a have much to adjust to this year Security Forces Officer. She said that her but one thing is for sure: neiprevious assignment couldn't be more dif- ther will go down without a ferent from her current job at Wilkes. fight. While Vesperman had over 360 people in her last squadron, her staff meetings at Wilkes are made up of only five people. "It's like apples and oranges," clarified Vesperman. While her current position is quite dif- J ------===================--------------------------.. . The Beacon/ Mick Jenkins Wilkes University's new ROTC advisor, Jane Vesperman, is happy to be part of the Wilkes community ~ 227-4715 �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 12 SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 Creative Expressions on Campus The Beacon/Mick Jenkins ABOVE: No, this picture is not distorted. The Math CS Club used their creative energy'to create this "dragon" image completely out of post-it notes. UPPER AND LOWER LEFT: Several Wilkes students also displayed their less-obvious talents at Programming Board's first Open Mic Night of the semester in the Rifkin Cafe on Thursday night. Programming Board plans to have similar events intermitantly throughout the academic school year for - students to show their "stuff." The Beacon/Ryan Klemish This Week in History Urban Legends: Movie and reievision Legends BY MELISSA JURGENSEN Beacon Arts and Entertainment Editor Beaco -Ritte ,rA ,,,,., p Jt UERS AGNDT:C , YM ETAENGE ADRTEGUH For answer see back a e The week of September 15 through 21 .. .in retrospect: 15th-Dan Marino (NFL) was born, 1961. 16th-"Rapper's Delight" by the Sugar Hill Gang was released, 1979. 17th-Vanessa Williams, as Miss New York, became the first black woman to be crowned MissAmerica, 1983. 18th-The first issue of "The New York Times" was published, 1851. 19th-The final episode of "M* A *S*H" was aired on CBS-TV, 1983. 20th-KDKA in Pittsburgh, PA, started a daily radio newscast. It was one of the first in the U.S., 1921. 21st-"NFL Monday Night Football" made its debut on ABC-TV. The game was between the Cleveland Browns and the New York Jets. The Browns won 31-21, 1970 The influential roles played by radio and television in bringing people together have allowed us to experience live news events and entertainment right in our own homes. It is a lasting source of nostalgia as well as the catalyst for numerous legends. Decide for yourself whether these legends are factual or bogus. *Veteran announcer Clem McCarthy got the chance to call the first network radio broadcast of the Kentucky Derby due to anotller announcer's embarrassiRg mistake. *Announcer Harry von Zell once introduced the President of the United States as "Hoobert Heever." * The Bachelor's Alex Michel was pressured by the network to pick the underdog rather than the woman he wanted. *Little Mikey of LIFE cereal fame died from eating Pop Rocks and soda. *A Mountain Dew commercial included footage of a fatal skydiving accident. *T pilot episode of Gilligan's Island reveals Gilligan's first name to be 'Willy.' *I Love Lucy co-star Vivian Vance was contractually obligated to remain at least 20 pounds overweight. *The first toilet seen on American television appeared on Leave It to Beaver. *Bill Cosby bought the rights to. The Little Rascals comedies to keep them off TY. *The Star Trek theme has lyrics. �SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 13 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT YMCA Fair, United Way Rib Fest offer Downtown Fun BY MONICA CARDENAS Beacon Asst. Arts and Entertainment Editor The Beacon/Kristin Hake Street Fair/RibFest Even on a soggy day, this Saturday, September 13, a multitude of people came out to Public Square (left) for the United Way's Rib Fest, and on Main Street (above) for the YMCA's Street Fair where all were able to enjoy food, music, and numerous vendors. \ If you let the rain keep you away from the YMCA Street Fair that took place Saturday, September 13th, then you missed an enjoyable time. Public Square and the first block of Main Street were flooded with food, fun, music, and believe it or not, lots of people. Tents lined both sides of the street, providing all sorts of entertainment. Some vendors set out to make a deal on everything from old cassette tapes and Atari games to DVD's and Playstations. Others offered arts and crafts for kids, a moon bounce, and other entertaining games. Young YMCA gymnasts kept busy by passing out invitations to a gymnastics demonstrations that was heldaf2pm. 97.1 BHT broadcast live from the fair, and even more music was provided by a live band on the Square. Perhaps the best part of the fair was the food. Josie's Italian ice, pizza and hot dogs were all among the varieties available. But with the numerous amounts of food at your .disposal, the meal to have downtown on Saturday was ribs, with the Rib Fest sponsored by the United Way of Wyoming Valley taking place on the Square. Visitors were encouraged to try the ribs of six different competitors and place their votes. Chicken was also available along with potato salad, soda and coffee to round out the meal. Fun, Food and Friends: the YMCA Street fair and U.W. Rib Fest offered it all to its visitors; and to top it all off, it supported local organizations that support the community. The Beacon/Kristin Hake Earn $150-$250 wkly in Customer Service/Sales Flexible Part Time & Full Time Hours Around Class and Other Activities. Fun Team Environment Call Now!! 287-8020 www.colle e1ncome.com - h �14 ARTS & ENT Book Review: Sphere BY MELISSA JURGENSEN Beacon Arts and Entertainment Editor Michael Crichton author of Sphere, a thriller about a mysterious spherical spaceship the US Navy discovered at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean, is classic science fiction. The ship in question is covered with coral and this implies that it has been there for at least 300 years. The characters are a group of scientists who assemble to solve a cleverly designed roller coaster of a mystery while trying to avoid sudden death. Inside they discover a mysterious sphere, which at first they are unable to enter. Later, the mathematician figures out a way to enter. Messages from the sphere start to appear on the computer screen in the team's underwater habitat; at first friendly in tone although unusually childish, these communications become in<:reasingly threatening and hostile. This trend culminates ·in an attack on the habitat by a giant squid, seemingly guided or eyen generated by the sphere. This book is mixed with cool scientific ideas, including the existence of black holes. Crichton manages to express t_h e complicated stuff in basic prose. It makes a valiant attempt to combine adventure, science fiction, psychology, parapsychology and various other themes into a thrilling mixture, but I have to say it didn't work very well for me. I found all the characters uninteresting and unconvincing; this is of course quite common in science fiction, but in this case the deficit wasn't compensated for by the science; there were too many loose ends. In particular, we never discover what the sphere really is or where it came from. Perhaps this is supposed to add to the mystery and magic of the situation, but I was left with the uncomfortable feeling that the reason this question was left unresolved was that the author didn't know the answer himself. Fro01 the Cutting Roo01: Freaky Friday BY ALISON SHERRY Beacon Staff Writer This movie recieves 4 W's and is rated ro Whether you're looking for a cute movie to·take your younger sister to or you're just looking for something fun to go see on a girl's day out with "mom, Fre4ky., Fri- gen- day.is a erally satisfying-way toget the weekend started. It's tru~ thatit seems as if there are more Frea.J,.y. Frida.ys than there are Rocky movies. You may be skeptical at first, but you should be assured that even though it is a millennium.version of a Mary Rodgers novel, it is actually a very brisk and inventive comedy of the generational misunderstanding of mother-anddaughter relationships. Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis portray the main characters of Anna and Tess Coleman, a daughter/mother team who wake up one morning to find that they have switched bodies. They do so thanks to a specially engineered fortune cookie they receive at a Chinese restaurant after they have just endured another knock•down-drag-out fight. Once.the two realize they can't force . the switch back to their ; nonnai ·existences, they · begin to cope and try to · fit as best they can into . the other's. day-eto-day routine. For.a whole day, ·the mother must navigate. ·; through the rocky waters · ·of high school, while the daughter is trying to handle her mother's job, . parenthood, multi-tasking, and a somewhat confused, though supportive fiancee (played by Mark Harmon). The plot, while pretty lightweight, is fairly entertaining and the acting is believable-or as believable as you ca-n get given the premise. Freaky Friday is definitely a fun movie to see with your mother or sister. 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"I fell in love with the diately expect much from . is player who school, the team, and the coaches." stays to herself and doesn't make much The team, however. has seen some noise. However, coaches of opposing teams changes since last year. With only eight approach head coach John Sumoski with sevreturnees from last year's Freedom Confereral comments. "You're ~ - - - - ~ ence runner-up squad,· # 12 is going to be trouble Sumoski had to rely on a for us" is just one of them. strong incoming freshFre shman Christina man class. Waldele has made enough "It was overwhelming noise without saying anyat_ first, with all the newthing at all. Her three goals comers and realizing that in the team's first three you have to get to know a contests say enough. lot of people," said Wal_dele scored the Waldele. "On top of that, Lady Colonels' lone goal you have to compete with in the team's 1-1 draw with them for a starting posiLebanon Valley College. tion." She kept Wilkes from takWaldele, however, ing the loss in another game, when she likes coming into her first collegiate seascored the equalizer in a 2-2 tie with Ursinus. son with several other first-year Lady ColoBoth games went into double overtime perinels - 17 others, including 14 freshmen, to ods. Waldele also notched a goal jn a 5-0 be exact. "It's nice to come in with everyrout of Keystone College. body. We're given the chance to get close "Everyone we play is impressed with her · and play great together for four years." abilityto handle the ball one-on-one," comSumoski feels that Waldele is in the mented Sumoski. "They also see she's got upper echelon of Division III athletes. great speed." "When you see her play near the goal, you That speed is what first grabbed Sumoski's realize she needs to be on the field for 90 '.. attention during Waldele's senior year. A minutes," he said. "She takes the stress of three-sport athlete at Hackettstown High scoring off other players. She's a great School in New Jersey, her speed was eviperson, a great athlete, and very coachdent as a soccer player, basketball player, able. She'll get even better." and 400-meter runner on the track and field Waldele sees a positive future for the team. Waldele was recruited by several team. "We're really going to have a good schools, but she seriously considered just season," she concluded. "These first few four: Moravian, Wilkes, Rowan, and TCNJ. games give us the chance to feel each other "I wanted to do just one sport in college," out. We have many wins coming to us." said Waldele. "Soccer was my favorite sport, SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 There's No Place Like Home BY KYLA CAMPBELL Beacon Staff Writer Defensive back Will Wilson had reasons to be excited to travel to Albright last Saturday. Not only was he playing at comer in the football team's season opener, but Wilson also had the opportunity to impress his hometown fans from Reading, Pa. He did just that. ''The majority of the Wilkes fan section was my family and friends from home," said Wilson. "It had a tremendous impact on how I played." · wilson not only walked away from the game with four unassisted tackles; he helped shut down two ofAlbright's offensive series by grabbing two interceptions, one of which he returned for a touchdown. Late in the first quarter · , against the Lions, Albright had moved the ball from thei~ own 40-yard line to the Wilkes 29 in just four plays. Lions quarterback John Port attempted a pass when Wilson stepped in front of the ball at the 13-yard line, returning the ball 58 yards to the Albright 29, setting up the Colonels' second touchdown of the game. "I got a lot of help on that first pick," added Wilson. "I saw [Steve] Rogers and Julian [Morales] lay out a couple guys, and everybody else had great blocks." Halfway through the fourth quarter, Albright was on the border of entering Wilkes territory. Port completed his first two passes of the series for 22 yards. He wasn't so fortunate on his third pass attempt, as Wilson interrupted the compktion, this time returning the ball 55 yards for the score. "I caught that one off a tip," commented Wil- son. "I knew it was a touchdown as soon as I caught it." Wilson took possession of the ball without a single Lion uniform between him and the endzone. Possibly more impressive than his season-opening performance is his ability to motivate himself. Wilson, a sophomore on the roster, is an academic freshman. He took off the spring sem ester of 2003 and wasn't sure ifhe would make it back for the fall semester. He spent his semester and summer "off' by working first and third shifts - including doubles - at a factory in Reading with the hopes of being able to return to Wilkes. Wilson served as a stock manager and controller of the warehouse, something he used to do as a summer job. Instead of sleeping seven hours, working eight hours, and lifting following work, Wilson managed just a few hours of sleep in between shifts and lifted as often as he could. He was able to come into camp a few days late, but in shape for a season full of high expectations for himself and his fellow Colonels. "We're going to have a great season," said Wilson. "More is expected from us this year than in the past, and we can win the conference and even make nationals. "At the end of season, we'll see what all our hard work has been for." Women's Soccer -Drops 2-1 Decis~on to Muhlenberg BY WU..L MIDGETT Beacon Asst. Sports Writer back for a teaem aiming at a MAC champiDespite a fiercely fought game, onship, the Lady Colonels see it as an asyouth and some inexeperience hampered set. "We're coming along real well," rethe Wilkes women's soccer team on Saturmarked sophomore standout Rena Bolin day in a 2-1 loss at Muhlenberg College. about the 15 new The Lady Colofreshmen. "They nels started the season are all great play· with eight returning players." ers, only two of whom are Going into the seniors, and a huge conMuhlenberg game tingent of freshmen. With 1 with a record of 1so much young talent, 1-2, things looked the team is battling to impromising for the prove last season's Lady Colonels record while still offering when they took the great training ground for lead at 12:46 into eager new players-no the game with an small task. Last year the unassisted goal squad garnered an overfrom Bolin. "We all record of 9-11-1, and were fired up in the head coach John Sumoski beginning," said was named the MAC Boliri. "We came Coach of the Year. out hard." While youth The Beacon/Ryan Klemish Bolin is the could be read as a draw- team's second highest scorer with two, and has Wilkes ended the day with 15 two assists and six overall points so far this sea- shots· on goal, as opposed to Muhlenberg's son. 22. Muhlenberg also had an 8-2 advantage The score stayed over the Lady Colonels in the same for the rest of first comer kicks. Senior Katie half, and the team went into Green had 10 stops on goal the locker room with some for the day, while good momentum. However, Muhlenberg's Kayla at 56: 10 in the second half, Boisvert had nine. Muhlenberg would answer Sumoski was enthusiasback when Rebecca tic about the way the women Armstrong of the Mules played, however. "We scored on an assist from layed really well," he said. Kristen Cioeta. "It was a competitive game. With the game tied Overall we did some really at one all, it only took good things." Muhlenberg's offense fifty With the loss, the team's seconds to cross the Wilkes record drops to 1-2-2. The threshold again and score Lady Colonels' next game i~ the game winning goal. The Beacon/Ryan Klemish on Tuesday, September 16. Dawn Iberer scored the unThe team will travel to Kean assisted goal for the Mules. "They scored those College for a non-conference match up. two goals close together," comments Bolin. "We just got down on ourselves." �SPORTS SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 17 Women's Lacrosse Gets a New Coach BY STEVE KEMBLE Beacon Sports Editor Wilkes University looks to build a winning reputation in women's lacrosse by hiring a new coach. Nancy Billger will start her first season as head coach of the lacro e team next spring. She previously coached at division one school, Davidson College. Billgerthen went on to coach at conference rival Susquehanna University and Christopher Newport University before landing the spot at Wilkes. Billger knew she wanted to coach some kind of sport when she was in high school; she just didn't know that it would end up being lacrosse. "I had hever in my life seen women play lacrosse before going to college. Where I was from in southern Delaware, only men played lacrosse. The~e were no female programs in the state at the time, so when I went to Old Dominion I first saw a women's lacrosse team," said Billger. Billger graduated from Old Dominion University with a Bachelors degree in sports medicine. She was originally attended Old Dominion for her play in field hockey.' "I was recruited by Beth Andrews who is currently the Olympic field hockey coach," commented Billger. ·It was her sophomore year in college when Billgermade the transition from field hockey player to lacrosse player. A new coach arrived to the Old Dominion women's lacrosse team and Billger was hooked. "My sophomore year a new coach came, Sue Stahl, who is still there. She is also the World Cup coach and has been. Sue has won the World Cup the last four times and they play every four years, so she is the best coach in the world and has been the last twodecades. I had an opportunity to play for her so I ended up switching and playing lacrosse the remainder of my-four years. I ended up Courtesy of John Seitzinger Nancy Billger, head lacrosse coach and assistant field hockey coach. •-"'!li. lii'/l...,,..,_,. lllt.. ... ..:: . .,~~h.-.l!iii,~-, - .. ..• ··v WllKES UNIVERSITY & KtNGS COUEGE UNIVERS.fTY Of SCRANTON & lACKAWANNA COU.EGE MARYWOOD 829-2900 347-3030 154 S. Pennsylvonio Ave. 1420 Mulberry St. 347-9200 UfflVERSITY 1316 N. Main Ave. j-swlRls•!tll h"R1%/k1 ti4i1l;; fM ht /,I titlt. • -1 i1i<~~t (<,<ilh; d hf ~ ~,nrt ~bid~.~ • ~ • !'471. ll{ kU41 r(I ;41 l~ll\, n.:fu.).'k Ii fltittm,J 11..,.tfr. ~ n, udli4$!t -<Mr, ,., .+..., ~~ G.-<ti.n ,,:ryi.,, tu ':.lO,"J ~ 1n1_11 (f \lUM \i:H11nil',il. .. . . .. "l\' being a scholarship player and really enjoyed it," explained Billger. Billger actually chose her areas of study in college because she new that she wanted to coach. After graduating from Old Dominion she continued her studies at the University of Oregon where she earned her Masters in exercise science. At Oregon, Billger also took a position as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning coach. Graduating with degrees"in exercise science an_d sports medicine has allowed Billger to understand the best ways to keep her players healthy and keep them at peak performance. While she will start her season as head coach next spring, Billger is already working hard in her off-season as the assistant coach of the Lady Colonel field hockey team. "With field hockey, being low is advantageous just like in lacrosse (groundball pickups) so often I tell people lacrosse is an aerial game, but often times it is on the ground. Maintaining quality possession and whoever comes up with the groundball more than likely, if you keep stats on that, is the team that ends up winning," explained Billger. In her first season, Billger looks to give Wilkes University its best record ever in women's lacrosse. "I'm looking forward to meeting the players, we have a lot of returning players that yvill bring a lot of great depth and experience. There are significant numbers that are coming back," remarked Billger, who showed her optimism that with returning players comes some success. "Coach Billger brings years of experience as a head coach in both field hockey and lacrosse; she's a teacher, which I think at this level is one of the strongest skills you need to have at division three. You've got to be able to teach and I see that in her," commented Addy Malatesta, Wilkes University Athletic Director. �· SPORTS 18 SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 Colonels Send Bears Into Hibernation COURTESY OF SPORTS INFORMATION The Wilkes University men's soccer team picked up their first victory of the season on Sunday afternoon by topping Ursinus College, 2-1, at Ralston Field. The win improves the Colonels to 1-5 overall, while the Bears slide to2-3. Wilkes took a 1-0 lead into the halftime locker room. Jay Neal scored off a throw in by Mike Bridy at the 32:08 mark of the opening stanza to account for the goal. Ursinus would knot the contest at 1-1 at the. 55: 11 mark when Chris 2-1. Wilkes held a 17-8 shots on goal advantage and a I 0-4 edge in comer kicks. Dominick Proctor earned his first collegiate win in goal by stopping two shots for the Colonels. Brian Berkowitz finished with seven saves for Ursinus. The Beacon/Mick Jenkins The Beacon/Mick Jenkins Lady Colon.els Pl~ce in Tourney BY STEVE KEMBLE Beacon Sports Editor Friday was the-start of four matches in two days for the Lady Colonels volleyball team who com_peted at the University of Scranton Invitational. The Lady Colonels first match was against William Patterson University. They won that match in five games. Wilkes won the first game 30-19, lost the second and third 20-30 and 27-30, then came back and won the final two 30-17 and 15-10 giving them the match. Megan Riley, junior setter/OH, led Wilkes with 18 kills. Nicole Hahn, freshman setter, led the Lady Colonels with 58 assists and Amber Brennan, senior defensive specialist, added a team high 19 total digs for the match. In their second game, the Lady Colonels took on a strong Muhlenburg team whom they also beat in five games. Wilkes lost their first game 18-30, and then came back in the next two games 30-28 and 30-25. They lost the fourth game 29-31 but came back to win the fifth 15-13 which gave the Lady Colonels their second straight victory in the tournament. Alicia Vieselmeyer, sophomore middle hitter, led the Lady Colonels with 26 kills. Hahn again led Wilkes with 42 assists. Brennan also led the team with 24 digs. With their two wins on Friday night the Lady Colonels moved into the championship bracket on Saturday. In their first match on Saturday, Wilkes faced off against Scranton. The · Lady Colonels lost the first game of the match 15-30. Wilkes came back in the I Hood knocked in a header off an assists from Tom Hanlin. The Colonels got the game-winning goal at the 77: 16 mark on a corner kick. Matt Foreman took the corner and connected with Greg Haladay, who powered a header into the left side of the goal to put Wilkes on top second winning 30-25 only to fall short in the following two games 23-30 and 2430 giving the win to Scranton in four games. In that match Vieselmeyer led Wilkes with 13 kills; Hahn led the team with 35 assists and Brennan led the Lady Colonels with 12 digs. With that loss, Wilkes next faced Franklin & Marshall for a battle to determine third place. Fatigue showed up in that match and Wilkes got swept iri three games, 22-30, 18-30, and 18-30, handing the match to Franklin & Marshall. Vieselmeyer threw in ten kills and 12 digs while Hahn had 21 assists. The Lady Colonels came out of the tournament placing fourth and moved their record to 6-6 overall. "Friday night we played very good. We played a tough Muhlenburg team, probably the toughest team we saw this year. We pulled it off in 5 games and showed a lot of heart and-emotion," commented Scott VanValkenburgh, Wilkes University head volleyball coach. "I think the players were just emotionally drained coming into today (Saturday). We got home late last night (Friday) around 11 :30pm, then got up this morning (Saturday) and just had a hard time; we really struggled," VanValkenburgh added. Cortland State ended up taking the University of Scranton Invitational championship, defeating the University of Scranton in the final match. Lady Colonels Send Ospreys South BY STEVE KEMBLE Beacon Sports Editor The Lady Colonels field hockey team edged Sampson, sophomore forward, added a goal the Ospreys on a rainy Saturday afternoon at to put Wilkes up for good 3-1. Artill~ry Park where the field condition was The Ospreys had a surge late in the game slick the entire game. when Melissa Phelps, freshman forward, "The weather did have an effect mentally, scored off an assist from Rendine. With under it shouldn't of had anything to do with us taca minute left the Lady Colonel defense picked tically though," said Wilkes head coach Todd up their game to hold off the threatening Broxmeyer." _ Ospreys. Wilkes came into the game with a 2-2 record "it wasn't our best game, we were allowed overall while Richard to be taken out of Stockton entered at 3-2. our game; anytime The Ospreys jumped you can do that and out to an early 1-0 lead walk away with a when Aimee Rendine, win than that's a freshman forward, scored good thing," said off an assist from Kristen Broxmeyer. Woodrow, freshmen Wilkes improved midfielder, with 10: 11 left in its record to 3-2 on the first half. The next five the season while Riminutes would prove to be chard Stockton fell the only time that Richard to 3-3 overall. Stockton could enjoy a "Despite injuries lead in the game. suffered by two of With about five minutes our starting defendleft i"n the first half, Melissa ers, the team pulled Quinn, sophomore fortogether to fill in the The Beacon/Kristin Hake gaps, 11 said Lara ward, put Wilkes on the bored by the help of an Judson, sophomore assist from Kortney Loss, junior midfielder, midfielder. "The rain definitely affected the which tied the game 1-1 until halftime. play; the ball didn't travel as smoothly and was In the first half The Lady Colonels struggled also slower, but it was "ke that for both teams." a little because Richard Stockton got them out Desiree Podrasky, senior goalkeeper, had of their game plan. "They were trying to take five saves in goal and picked up the win for away our give and goes by stepping up with Wilkes. Caitlin Nolan, freshmen goalkeeper, an extra player and the girls weren't adjusting and Kerry Brennan, freshmen goalkeeper, comwell in the first ha1f, but as soon as we had bined for four saves for the Ospreys. The Lady made our adjustments everything was fine," Colonels had a 7-6 advantage in penalty corsaid Broxmeyer. ners. With a little over 15 minutes left in the game Loss scored an unassisted goal to put Wilkes up 2-1, and 2 ½ minutes later Meredith I 1- �·SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 19 SPORTS Colonel Clipboard Freedom Conference Standings as of 9/ 11 /03 Field Hockey I.Drew 3- 0- 0 2.King's 3- 1- 0 2.FDU-Florham 3-1-0 4. Wilkes 2- 1- 0 4.Delaware Valley 2- 1- 0 6.Manhattanville 1- 2- 0 ?.Scranton 1-3-0 Men's Soccer I .Drew 4- 0- 0 2.Lycoming 3- 1- 0 3.FDU-Florham 2- I~ 0 4.DeSales 2- 3- 0 4.King's 2- 3- 0 6.Scranton 0- 4- I 7.Wilkes 0- 5- 0 8.Delaware Valley 0- 4- 0 ' Women's Tennis I.Drew 3-0 2.Lycoming H 3.Scranton 1-2 4.FDU-Florham 1-1 4.DeSales 1-1 4.Wilkes 1-1 7.King's 0-2 Athlete of the Week Melissa Quinn: Field Hockey Football I.Wilkes 1-0-0 I .Lycoming 1 -0 -0 3.Susquehanna 1-1-0 3.Juniata 1 -1 -0 3.Lebanon Valley 1 -1 -0 3.Moravian 1 -1 -0 3.Delaware Valley 1-0-0 3.King's 1 -1 -0 I I .Albright 0 -1 -0 11.FDU-Florham 0-2 ~0 11 .Widener 0 -1 -0 Women's Soccer I.Scranton 5- 0- 0 2.Drew 2- 0- 2 3.Delaware Valley 1- 1- I 4.Wilkes 1-1-2 5.FDU-Florham 1- 1- I 6.Lycorning 1- 2- 0 7.DeSales 1-3-0 8.King's 0- 3- 0 Women's Volleyball l.FDU-Florham 3-1 2.King's 5-2 3.Scranton 5-3 4.Lycoming 3-2 5.DeSales 4-4 5.Wilkes 4-4 7.Delaware Valley 0-2 The sophomor_e forward helped the Lady Colonels to a II record last week. Against Misericordia, Quinn racked up a goal and an assist to help Wilkes force a tough double overtime loss 4-3. Melissa Quinn In their second game of the week, Quinn added another goal to help the Lady Colonels come away with a 3-2 victory over Richard Stockton. Weekly Recap Numbers Of the Week 8 Total number of overtime periods combined by the field hockey team and women's soccer so far this se ason 10 Combined number of games field hockey and women's soccer have played this season 1 Number of wins this season by men's soccer team 5 Number of goals scored by women's soccer team in one half last Monday Travel With STS Americas #1 Student Tour Operator Jamaica, Cancun, Acapulco, Bahamas, and Florida. Now hiring campus reps. Call for group discounts. Information/Reservations 1-800-648-4849 or www.ststravel.com Women's soccer (9/8) Wilkes 5 Keystone 0 (9/10) Wilkes 2 Ursinus 2 (2ot) (9/13) Muhlenberg 2 Wilkes I Women's Tennis (9/9) Wilkes 9 Keystone 0 Field Hockey (9/ 10) Misericordia 4 Wilkes 3 (2ot) (9/13) Wilkes 3 Richard Stockton 2 Women's Volleyball (9/8) Wilkes 3 Kean 2 (9/9) Baptist Bible 3 Wilkes 0 (9/ 12) Wilkes 3 Wm. Paterson 2/Wilkes 3 Muhlenburg 2 (9/13) Scranton 3 Wilkes 1/F &M3 Wilkes0 Men's Soccer (9/10) Muhlenbe~ 6 Wilkes 0 (9/ 14) Ursinus I Wilkes 2 Donna .Kowalczyk's Salon at 419 82.3 -8966 419 S. River St., Wilkes Barre Hours Weds. and Fri 9-5 Sat. 8-4 Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Evenings by appointment �20 SPORTS SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 ilkes Unveils New Colonel Mascot BY WILL MIDGETT Beacon Asssl Sports Editor They worked on the logo all summer while an internal ' committee made up of Wilkes University athletic department and marketing communications staff advised in the creative process . Wilkes, with the design change, has conformed the Colonel to· look more like other well-known college's mascots. Stylistically, the new logo is similar to those of Wake forests' Demon Deacon and the Georgia Bulldog. The purpose of this changing of the guards--or at least, of uniforms--is to give Wilkes' sports teams a fresh, updated image. "Our hope is that the campus community, alumni and friends of the University will in our excitement, as we proudly display the new identity system," Malatesta says. the Athletic department believes that the new image will help with the public association of Wilkes athletics, leaving the old and traditional Colonel behind and coming out with a new and improved Colonel that sports fans and alumni can relate to. Wilkes is changing more and more with each passing year. This fall the school has welcomed the biggest freshman class in 15 years, hired a new and "beefed up" campus security, and now they are trying to change their public image with a new rendition of our mascot, the .Wilkes Colonel. For the past ten years the athletic department here at Wilkes has been using a traditional image for the Colonel. With the changing times, the athletic department decided that a new contemporary model w6uld better represent the school and its athletic programs. • "We believe that we have captured an identity that represents the rich tradition of Wilkes athletics, and offers the versatility to market our programs while maintaining the integrity of the University," explains Addy Malatesta, Wilkes Director of Athletics. The new logo was unveiled Thursday in . the greenway during a ceremony at club day. Free T-shirts were also handed out during the unveiling in order to circulate the new logo throughout campus. The floor of the gym in the Marts Center also adorns the new trademark. The new logo consists of the Colonel carrying a flag with the Wilkes "W" on it. This is followed by "WILKES UNIVERSITY" in a specialized font. Phoenix Design Works, a company out of New York City, created the logo. The Beacon/ Mick Jenkins On Thursday afternoon Wilkes University showed off its new logo to the rest of campus during club day. The ceremony was held out on the greenway. TODAY(15) Women's Health Night 4 PM-7 PM Trent Graphic Pos_ter Sale 10 AM-6 PM FRIDAY(19) TUESDAY(16) Movie Night@ Cinemark 7PM Trent Graphic Poster Sale 10 AM-6 PM Red Cross Blood Drive 10 AM-4 PM Women's Volleyball@ Kings 7 PM VPA NUArts Concert@ DorottfyDickson Darte 8 PM ·women's SocceJi@ Kean 4PM/ AL ' . ,··.';,\'.;It. WEDNESDAY{17) .r \ •. ·" ;· , Men's Soccer ~s. Bibie Baptist@Fialston4PM ' Women's Tennisy.s. Untv. gf§cr, ,. (l@Ralston,.4 PM -~ ::w, ,,, ·Jt1< ,,. THtlRSDAY(18)'"••:::l ~ ':;. -r~ , -x .. {ii Women's Tennis@Ltcoming4f?M t s REACH Family Mentoriqg@ Mufticultural Lounge 6 P SCSC MeetiQg@ 2nd FF.f "· om 12:30f'M LazerTag@ 'G,:eenway 11 A Mindy Davis Sterling Silver Sale ):18 9 AM-3 ~M SATURDAY(20) Family Day@ Wilkes 9 AM-10 PM Women's Soccer@ Drew 4PM Football vs Lycoming @ Ralston 1 PM Field Hockey@ Delaware Valley 1 PM Men's Soccer@ Drew 7 PM Women's Volleyball@ Susquehanna 12 PM ....,_& SUN.DAY(21) No information provided 'M ,. The Beacon·Welcomes notices of events ... publicize, it's free! Post your event by visitingwww.wilkesbeacon.com or email wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com � 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 2003 September 15th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 September 15 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/53bba821f231e010e9125c17e0f1c4e5.pdf 657e1fa9a0a4342754eacb70897500aa PDF Text Text May 1, 2003 Volume55 Issue 22 www. wilkesbeacon.corn THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Student Government Votes to Replace Sllloking Bubble l BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor Student Government (SG) voted on Wednesday to support a proposal that would eliminate the smoking "bubble" lounge; the sole indoor facility on campus that still allows smoking. "They (SG) were very supportive of the proposal. The points in it were pretty much the same things that we discussed at the meeting last week, and were just reiterated in the proposal," said SG President, Selena Bednarz shortly after the vote. "The vote was unanimous," she added. The proposal calls for action to be taken to "turn the lounge into a smoke-free cafe, which can be used by students, faculty, staff, and the whole Wilkes Community." The main reason for the change, according to the proposal, is because the current conditions, including the untidy smoking lounge, do not fully utilize the space, and the space is only used by a few students. According to the proposal, "Only 23% of students surveyed wanted the smoking lounge to be renovated." The other 77% voted to replace the space with some a,. other facility. Topping the list with 50% of that vote, was the recommended cafe. Other suggestions included a computer pod, recreational space, or other non-smoking lounge space. One point that was discussed at last week's meeting but was not addressed in the ' proposal was a recommendation for alternate space to provide shelter to smokers from the outdoors during inclement weatherthe popular idea at the meeting seemed to be to provide a "Smoking Gazebo" on campus .. Bednarz explained that she didn't include the idea in the proposal because it was discussed "after the fact." However, Bednarz said that she still Student Government members voted to eliminate the "smoking bubble" on Wednesday. supports the idea, saying, "I think that if it According to a student survey, a non-smoking cafe would be a welcome change. goes through-that the smoking bubble is removed-then I would hope that Administra- final analysis and decision concerning the student, staff, and faculty that smoke. We tion would take an alternative space into fate of the lounge will have to be made have to look at how best can we take care consideration." "holistically" explaining, "We still need to of their needs." Dean of Students, Mark Allen said, address the needs of the smokers-we need Bubble "This is a very important first step toward to be realistic. There is a percentage of our continued on page 4 having something other than the smoking . bubble there." However, Allen pointed out that the Foreign Affairs Expert ·Lectures at Wilkes presentation and would not take sides. "I have seen both sides of the story. I did not like the idea of going to war at all. Wilkes University hosted the 22nd But I also did not like Saddam Hussein," Annual Max Rosenn Lecture in Law and said Wright. Humanities on Sunday April 27, 2003 in the Wright explained many of the events Arnaud C. Martz Sports and Conference she witnessed while reporting in the Middle Center at 3 p.m. · East over the years including suicide The lecture, which is named after the bombings. She also gave a brief history of Honorable Max Rosenn, Senior Judge in the Saddam Hussein's rise to pow·er. United States Court of Appeals, featured "I witnessed some of the first suicide guest speaker Robi-n Wright, Chief Foreign bombings. I watched as body parts were Affairs correspondent for The Los Angeles Times. Wright's presentation was titled, "The put into bags, and knew those were my friends and colleagues," said Wright grimly. Future of Iraq and its Impact on Islamic Wright explained that before Saddam Extremists." BY GABRIELLE LAMB Beacon Assistant News Editor Wright's long history in journalism and Lecture as a foreign affairs expert has taken her to over 130 countries in the Middle East, continued on page 2 Europe, Africa, Latin America and Asia. Wright has authored four books including The Last Great Revolution: Turmoil and News ............................................ 1-5 Transformation in Iran, as well Editorial ...................................... 6-8 as Sacred Rage: The Wrath of Militant Islam which has new Features ..................................... 9-10 chapters that were added Arts & Entertainment.. ........... 11 -14 following the September 11 attacks. Sports ...................................... 15-19 Wright began her lecture by establi shing that she would Calendar........................................ star neutral throughour the Index: The League of Women Voters SP.onsored a Mayoral forum, held on Thursday, April 24 in Stark Learning Center. The six mayoral candidates, shown above, addressed many issues including how to improve re lations between the community and the local colleges. 20 �.,.. '. NEWS 2 MAY 1 2003 New Business School to be Established BYT™ MILLARD Beacon News Editor A new school of business will be established at Wilkes University, thanks to a three million dollar donation from an alumnus, the largest single donation in the university's history. The monetary gift was given by Sovereign Bank and its CEO, 1973 graduate Jay Sidhu. Half of the donation will go towards redesigning the existing business program; while the other half will go towards the creation of an executive education program. Members of Sidhu's staff will assist the university in designing and implementing the new curriculum. "The gift is a tremendous thing for us," said President Tim Gilmour. "What we want to do is create a business and leadership program that prepares people for the business world of the future." With the split of the current College of Arts, Sciences and Professional Studies (CASPS) scheduled to take effect this summer, The new School of Business, originally outlined to fall under the new College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, will instead be a separate entity until the new school has been established. Provost, Maravene Loeschke explained, "It doesn't make sense to put it in arts humanities and social sciences for one year." She added that instead, "For one year, Business will report direct! y to me." With the current Director of Business, Dr. Tony Liuzzo, stepping down from his position this year, Loeschke explained that Dr. Dick Raspen will se1ve as interim chair of the department until the Dean of the new school is hired. Loeschke said that an external search for the new Dean is set to begin shortly, and that individual will assume his or her position by the time the new school is fully established. University officials say portions of the gift will also go towards promotion of the program, scholarships, and a lecture series. Gilmour says there are no plans to create any additional facilities for the school. The Jay Sidhu School of Business is expected to open in the fall of2004. Lecture Continued from page 1 Hussein assumed power in the country in 1979, the Middle East was thriving both economically and educationally. But Wright explained, Iraq has experienced emotional and economic damage due to Saddam's behavior, like when he used chemical weapons against his owri people. Wright believes that although the U.S . was perceived as a welcome presence by some Iraqis in the beginning: the longer the United State_s remains in the Middle East, the more anti-American sentiment will be felt. Wright explained that Osama bin Laden was the de facto ally of the United States during the Cold War, but rose against the United States in years after, during Desert Storm. Wright offered two keys for rebuilding Iraq. First, the struggle for democracy and second the deep religious aura of the Middle East. She insisted because of these factors, the U.S. needs to let Iraqis decide the fate of their own country. "We have proven we can win war and topple evil regimes. Now we need to prove· we can being peace," said Wright. Audience members packed the house and were given the opportunity to ask Wright questions. One audience member asked how Wright felt about the media's take on the war, particularly embedded journalism. "I have some problems with embe.9ded journalism, mostly because it only provides a small slice of the war," explained Wright. "We didn't get a sense of the actual fight. We got more of a sense of movement within the troops. I wish media would put more independent resources on our side to get a bigger picture of the war." To follow up, another audience member asked how Wright felt about her colleagues who had died due to the war. In response, Wright shocked audience meml;>ers with details of several traumatic incidents in her own experience, including two rapes and having the left side of her rib cage partially smashed. Wright said, "I always know when it is going to rain." To conclude the presentation Wright noted that although her profession has led to unfortunate circumstances in her personal life, she would not change a thing. "I had an extraordinary opportunity to witness historic events," said Wright. "It's not one of the safest professions in the world, but I would not change my life for anything." ·ou·ve·oot 10,000 free Get The Beacon in your In-box frequent f ilyer :miles from United Airlines just for graduating? Ae(ISMt now ot1 OW' webalte ~nd ■ lltoma.Ucally rl!Celve M Email Edition or the pape, With f!Nf!IV new lnue. 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The global death toll from SARS climbed to at least 355, with more than 5,300 infections in more than 20 countries, including probable cases reported for the first time in South Korea, Mongolia and New Zealand. Travel warnings still stand for Hong Kong, Beijing and two Chinese provinces, as China's premier admitted his government failed to act quickly_ against the disease. In return for the WHO's decision, the Canadian government promised to do more to prevent the spread of SARS, or severe acute respiratory syndrome, by screening passengers leaving the country. World Health Organization Director-General Gro Harlem Brundtland said the advisory was lifted because there had been no new outbreaks in the community at large for 20 days. She stressed that Toronto is still an "affected area" and travel guidance would be ref:_valuated if there are any new cases. ' The decision to lift the advisory takes effect Wednesday. Canadian officials were delighted. "Our city is safe and I want everyone to come and experience all that Toronto has to offer," Toronto Mayor Mel Lastman said. Tony Clement, health minister for Ontario province, and his delegation met Brundtland for an hour earlier Tuesday . in Geneva. They said Canadian authorities would introduce new screening measures on people leaving the country. Hong Kong and Singapore already have put such screening measures into effect. "We certainly know our vigilance must not stop and that we have a responsibility inside and outside our own borders to continue and to win the fight against SARS," Clement said in Geneva. Health officials are stationed at Canada's major airports to watch for symptoms of SARS among passengers arriving from SARS hotspots in Asia, where the illness originated. All international travelers receive infonnation cards on SARS, and similar measures now will be applied to passengers leaving Toronto. Outside Asia, Canada has seen the most SARS cases, with 21 deaths and more than 140 cases overall. The majority of the cases have been in Toronto hospitals and health authorities have used quarantine and close monitoring and tracking to try to contain the illness. "There is a need for us to recognize the fact that the SARS epidemic is going to be a long-term, a complex and a relapsing epidemic," Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao said at an emergency summit of the l 0-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations in Bangkok, Thailand. "What we lacked was prevention and control experience. Our countermeasures were, by far, inadequate. We have already learned our lesson." The WHO says the incidence of SARS probably has peaked in many places, but it fears the situation is worsening in China, where 200 new infections were announced Tuesday. There have been at least 148 deaths there. Nearly 10,000 people who might have been exposed to the virus have been put under home quarantine in China-including 7,600 in Beijing. Brundtland said now that Chinese authorities were being more open about the extent of the disease, it would be easierto help them. "We believe we have a window of opportunity to contain SARS globally now," the former Norwegian prime minister said. Brundtland said the WHO would maintain its advice to avoid all nonessential travel to Hong Kong-as well as the other hard-hit areas of mainland China. Canadian officials were outraged when WHO advised last Wednesday against non-urgent travel to Toronto, ranking it alongside Beijing and other hardhit parts of China and Hong Kong. At the time, WHO said the travel advice would remain for at least three weeks-double the maximum incubation period for SARS. Brundtland said the U.N. agency decided to revise that advice because it effectively was three weeks since the last case in the Toronto area. The WHO · advisory caused an immediate drop in the number of tourists to Toronto, and a concert scheduled for Monday by Elton John and Billy Joel was canceled. Major League Baseball officials advised caution when players visit Toronto, telling teams to avoid crowds, hospitals and public transportation, and to use their own pens to sign autographs. Mike Ryan, head of WHO's Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network, defended the original · decision to issue the travel warning against Toronto. "WHO has to take decisions for global public health in 191 member states, not just for one," he said. , I • I I . , �4 MAY 1 2003 NEWS Voter Registration Motivation Examined Beacon,"On Wednesday, April 2, members of Wilkes Off Campus Council (OCC) participated in a door-to-door voter registration drive for students who With the 2003 primary elections in live on Ross Street." Wilkes-Barre just over three weeks away, And again on April 3, yet another Wilkes University could be showing its voter registrapolitical colors tion program thanks to the was presented mayoral race. to students in Several the dorms. groups at Wilkes University have Most students agree made a conscious there hasn't effort to increase ever been this the younger voting type of push population in this to get college community. There students to have been four main activities that have vote in the past, and one taken place this reason for that semester alone to could be increase vokrs Is Wilkes anti-McGroarty? because specifically at the people are fed up with how the mayor university. The first occurred during Winter has treated the local colleges and the Weekend when teams were awarded points city. for getting their team members to register to Even the headlines in the local news media indicate a growing commuvote. According to April IO article in The Beacon, a total of 22 students signed up to nity concern with inaction in city hall. vote that night. For example, in the Citizens' Voice In another recent article in The newspaper, James Conmy recently BY STEVE KEMBLE Beacon Staff Writer addressed the mayor's inappropriate behavior during Governor Ed Rendell's inauguration ceremony. The article's headline was: "Mayor Accused of Embarrassing City." Mr. Mark Allen, Dean of Students and head of the voter registration committee, said, "The department of education requires that voter registration forms be available to students, and this year we felt the need to go beyond that and really educate and try to get students to vote. We have certainly stepped up our efforts." Allen focused his attention to how the students are going to benefit from these programs and stated that the programs weren't put on primarily to get rid of Mayor McGroarty. "I don't think students understand that they gain power by getting a large number of students to vote, they force all politicians to look at their needs. Right now those who are voting are at a much older demographic than college students and the politicians are looking at their needs not college students," stated Allen. "Contention over the current mayor and excitement of the race certainly helps those of us who have a ·much more altruistic view to get students to vote, but it isn't the ultimate motivating factor," said Allen. Another person at Wilkes University who has had an impact on what kind of programs are going on to promote voter registration is Jim Harrington, President of the League of Women Voters, who agrees that Wilkes has been a little more focused this year than in the past. "Because of the upcoming primary elections, some of the officials that students can vote for are city officials that will have a great deal of influence over them while they are residence of the Wilkes-Barre community," said Harrington referring to why the efforts have been more focused lately. "I am supposed to be non-partisan, but students need to take a good look at the mayoral candidates so they can elect someone who will give positive attention to the downtown area," said Harrington. The reason for the voter registration drives that have taken place was not to specifically encourage students to vote against Mayor McGroarty, rather, "The focus was to educate people and get them to exercise their right to vote," remarked Harrington. 2003-2004 Student Government Executive Board Kneeling: Parliamentarian, Abhishek Nemani; Treasurer, Madhan Srinivasan. Standing: Corresponding Secretary, Elise Hiley; Programming Board President, Sarah Bogusko; Recording Secretary, Melissa Merock; SG President, Selena Bednarz; SG Vice President, Julia Buss; and IRHC President, Stephanice Dickert. Absent frbm photo was Commuter Council President, Lindsay Wotanis. DO Y.OU REALLY WANT TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR TURNING A TREE INTO A BUNCH OF OVERDUE NOTICES? Bubble Continued from page 1 Leaming to manage yaur finances and, avoid daf;wlt on y,our stud•"t !oar, ean !mp ro¥e you, quality of life-. Find OYt to m•nag• debt afld W•.tt\!! C,Omfortably wlwn your me•n, . ,ufu.~ ,c,nliM &OUlC8 for &mart stuc:Mni&. ~ "°'w - ;-• UIIIAa He added, "We need to respect the rights of smokers as well as those who don't smoke, and somehow satisfy everybody. However I think the smoking bubble its nearing its end as being an appropriate place on campus." The proposal isn't the first of its kind. In fact, SG tried a similar measure to remove the bubble several years ago; however, then the community consensus wasn't in favor of its removal. ~'There was some objection to the smoking bubble then, and it was a rather laborious process that the president of student government we~t through, with forums and polls, and all of that. It was a recommendation through the Substance Abuse Task Force to keep the bubble. It was really a community effort then whic_h saved it that time, "said Allen. However, Allen doesn't think that the bubble may be as fortunate as it was previously, "I think the condition and appearance of the bubble may have lent some criticism to i There also continues to be some strong anti-smoking sentiment growing over the years from all of the constituents on campus." The proposal will be submitted to the Substance Abuse Task Force, and the President's Cabinet for further consideration. If both groups approve the proposal, the lounge could be replaced as early as the fall semester. �MAY 1 2003 Wilkes-Barre ·Firefighters Plan Protest at City Hall BY JOSEPH DeANGELIS Beacon Assistant News Editor This Friday, firefighters from all across the Wilkes-Barre area plan to h d a protest in front of City Hall at 11 :00 to show Mayor Tom McGroaty that firefighters are part of the hardworking men and women of this town. This protest is not only to show support for the city firefighters, but for all the city workers "and support for our citizens who have not been taken care of by the mayor, by his administration," said Joe Matteo who feels the McGroarty administration is ignoring the cries ~f the people. The complaint is twofold: that McGroarty is denying firefighters their veteran and health benefits, and firefighters believe that the condition of this city could be improved. At the recent Mayoral candidate debate, McGroarty did, in fact argue, that "health care is the biggest cost to the city" and that firefighters as city workers . are among those whose benefits plans need reform. According the McGroarty, firefighters are the primary group in question. Also, firefighters claim they are not getting the proper amount of time to train. '.'Firemen need a certain amount of time, training time, to get benefits," John Coyle, a firefighter who will be at the protest, said. According to Coyle, he believes that McGroarty didn't sign the act to allow the firefighters to get this training because he believes it's a waste of time. Firefighters along with many of the city workers from all over the Wilkes-Barre area plan to attend the_protest. Matteo also invited Wilkes students to come down and bring banners with them. "Hey, if you don't support your firefighters and the police, well you know these people can save your WIikes-Barre citizens protest on Academy Street. life." In a final bold statement, Matteo said, "Mayor McGroarty was counting on the silent majority but what he wasn't counting on was to educate the majority." The Beacon/Kristin Hake At press time, Mayor McGroarty opted not to responded to The Beacon's request for comment on the planned protest. To Sell or Buy-That is _the Question College textbook business faces challenges and changes in technology BY STEVE KEMBLE Beacon Staff Writer and what a waste of money some of them are going to be," said Lara Judson, freshCollege textbooks; enough said. man pharmacy major. The average student at Wilkes Like Judson, many students see the University shells out several hundted dollars prices of textbooks and are overwhelmed by each semester for textbooks depending on the cost. "The first semester I paid somemajor and what kind of classes the student is where around $200, and this semester I got taking. If that isn't bad enough, students smart and traded books with people and spent about $30," said Judson. In the future, students could buy all or porAccording to tions of books online as needed. Some materials Susan Martin, University Sh_oppe would likely be free while others would include a Manager, students charge with login to access. at Wilkes pay - Cyndia Allison between $200 and Catawaba College $600 per semester ---=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=------ depending on what usually have no choice but to sell the books their majors are. "It (the price) can get up to for less than half of what they originally paid $600 for nursing, pharmacy, and engineering majors," said Martin. for it 9r keep the book-often one they'll never use again-if a new edition comes out. The reason textbooks are so expen~ "I wonder how I am going to keep sive is because the books have to go affording them as my college career goes on, through a parade of people before they Ee .,.· S' even get to the shelf for the consumers to buy. "First, the author gets paid. Second, the publisher gets paid and then [the publisher] has to pay all of their employees1 costs and benefits. Then shipping and receiving needs to get paid. After that there is the retail end of it, where I have to pay for the books. Then I have to pay my employees' salaries and benefits," said Martin. The University will buy back a book for 50% if it is on high demand, and I 0% to 30% if it is on low dem~nd. "High demand means that the book will be in use the following semester and everything is determined by a computer system," explained Martin. . The reason that the bookstore sells the book you sold them for a higher price has to do a lot with the same process that goes on with a new book; they have to go through the parade of fees and people. Martin said, "After we buy a book back we have cleaning and handling fees to deal with and then most of them have to go to the wholesaler again, and we usually only get a 1/3 of the used books back from the students, so we have to buy them back from the wholesaler." · Martin is sure that the bookstore she is running is doing the fairest job it can with book sales. "If it were up to me, I would have all books on hand used, but there are obstacles that keep that fiom happening." The obstacles that she talked about were professors that request study guides, dictionaries, and books that have compact disks or online cards that aid the text As for trying to get money for or rid of those books you can't sell back, good luck. "Once they come out with a new edition for a book, nobody can mak~ any money off of the old edition," said Martin. "We don't get much notice for a book that is going out of use; we have a computer system that updates itself monthly on books that are coming out with a new edition." Book selling isn't a competitive market; there isn't much profit made in selling books, because of all the people the books have to go through to get sold. Technology and the Internet are trying to make it a more competitive market, but as far as getting books for lower prices the future provides little hope. "Two years ago the Internet played a huge impact. There were 75 online stores, but since then only two or three are left, because they couldn't afford to stay in business," sa:id Martin. Cyndi Allison, lecturer in communications at Catawaba College and freelance writer, noted in an article she wrote for back2college.com, "In the future, students could buy all or portions of books online as needed. Some materials would likely be free while others would include a charge with login to access." One other solution for getting textbooks cheaper in the future has to do with putting them on cd-roms. John Sherman did a report for Eyewitness News 11, a local ABC channel, and said, "His company's idea: taking the book out of . textbooks, offering the full printable text on $20 CD-RO Ms and on the Internet." Sherman was referring to Paul Elliot's idea. Elliot is an entrepreneur with OpenMind Publishing. Corrine Sartini, University Shoppe Textbook Coordinator, declined comment for this article. �6 Show Me the Money Why LeBron James, not Carmelo Anthony will be the No. 1 Pick With the NBA Draft less than two months away, the debate is on. Who will be the No. 1 overall pick-Akron (OH) St. Vincent-St. Mary High School senior standout LeBron James or Syracuse freshman sensation Carmelo Anthony? Both Anthony and James officially declared for the draft in separate news conferences late last week, and for even the most out of touch sports fans their decisions came as no surprise. Especially the decision by James, con sidering he and his mother thought about petitioning the NBA to allow him to enter the draft after his junior year. But before entering into a debate about who should be selected first, it should be dually noted that the team doing the selecting isn't even known yet. That announcement w.on't be made until May 22 during the annual draft lottery. Right now, the Denver Nuggets and Cleveland Cavaliers, the teams with the best odds of winning the No. l overall pick, are crossing their fingers and hoping lady luck will wink in their direction. So, James or Anthony? Anthony or James? Among the experts, the consensus seems to be that James is a lock to be picked first, regardless of what te_am is making the selection. The three-time Ohio Mr. Basketball and two-time Parade All-American Playerofthe Year has been heralded as a once-ina-generation player since the age of 16. He averaged 30.4 points; 9.7 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 2.9 steals per game as a senior, led his team to its third-straight state title, and was named MVP in all three of his postseason allstar games. In fact, a prep player hasn't received as much hype as "King James," so ·affectionately dubbed by the sports world, since Lewis Alcindor (known now as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) graduated from New York City's Power Memorial High School in 1965. According to the experts, here are a few good reasons why James is a better pick at No. MAY 1 2003 EDITORIAL ·1 than Anthony: -He's a better athlete (his leaping ability is incredible) -He's a better passer and has outstanding court vision (James' ability to see a few plays ahead is a great advantage over any player) -He's a better defender -He can play a multitude of positions (Anthony is a true small forward) -He has a more defined and NBA type body But what about Anthony? How can the team that ends up with the top pick pass on a kid who practically carried his team to the National Championship as a freshman-a freshman? Here are the pros on Anthony (once again, according to the experts): -He's an outstanding scorer -He's a true small forward -He'll be an early return on the investment -He's a known commodity (more recently, anyway, because of Syracuse's championship run) But what about the fact that he's already proven he can take his game to another level and be extremely successful? James has yet to do that. So doesn't the aforementioned accomplishment speak volumes for how special Anthony really is? Anthony completely dominated top flight Division I competition throughout the season (22 points and 10 rebounds per game) and was practically unstoppable in the NCAA tournament, with the exception of a back inj ury that hindered him in the title game (but by the way, he still put up 20 points against Kansas on his way to being named Most Outstanding Player of the Final Four). HQ'&' many freshmen have done that? James, on the other hand, showcased his skills throughout the season against a number of kids who'll probably be flipping burgers to earn a few bucks come June, rather than signing multimillion dollar contracts. But here's the real reason why James will be selected first: -He can deliver the mullah Just think of all the hoopla he's received since his sophomore year in high school. As a junior he appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated . dubbed "The Chosen One" (since then he's been on the cover of ESPN The Magazine and S.I. once more); his high school basketball games have been televised by ESPN (some were even available for purchase on pay-per view in Ghio); and Nike, Adidas, and Reebok have been courting him hard core for quite some time now. In fact, when he finally does choose a brand to endorse, the deal will be unprecedented for a rookie. The bottom line: James will sell more tickets than Anthony, and more jerseys than Anthony. And for a team like the Cavaliers or Nuggets, that's all that matters for right now. James will fill the arena every night, both home and on the road. That's why it would be very difficult not to make him the No. I overall pick, regardless of who's selecting. Now, there is no question that A.nthony is good enough to be the number one pick. As a freshman, he was the top college player in the country for heaven's sake. In fact, because of his proven ability to adjust and succeed at another level, he might become an NBA star faster than James. But in a world where the emphasis is now placed first and foremost on the business aspect of sports and the necessity to make as much money as possible as quickly as possible, Anthony's proven ability and experience. aren't as valuable as James' hoopla in the eyes of most teams. And that's just a crying shame. Where have ·all the ,Democrats Gone.? BY CHAD ALTIERI BY J.J. HANSON Beacon Staff Writer Beacon Assistant Sports Editor There is an infection At the helm of this sinking plaguing the Democratic Party. ship are House Minority Leader, This malady has continually been Nancy Pelosi and Senate eroding traditional American Minority Leader, Tom Daschle. values. The liberals, yes the These two liberals are the worst liberals, are single-handedly possible picks as representadestroying our country. These tives of the Democratic Party. radicals are attempting to saboTheir credibility is shot, and tage everything that middle classthey have isolated themselves working Americans hold dear. All and other liberals away from the the while these socialists claim to rest of the party. The fact of the be assisting those they are matter is that these so-called destroying. leaders are out of touch wfth the This epidemic began in our real world. They were elected institutions of higher learning from wealthy, aristocratic wit~ the indoctrination of · districts, and have no clue what students into the liberal horde. life is like for the rank and file These nai:ve young people listen Americans. They have great and take their professors' words answers but bad solutions. as law. A young person perceives The liberals have noble professors as 'God' figures. They ideas, and like communism, become the students' ultimate those ideas are great in theory. authorities. In American colleges Reality tells us otherwise. Take and .universities students do not for example public housing. In question the perceptions of the theory, public housing would pompous propagandists. Regardprovide affordable accommodaless ~f personal ideology, collegl! . ,. tions for the elderly, and professors need to express both financially destitute. In reality, it sides of the coin so that the . has c~eated generations of students can make informed renters, urban ghettos and decisions for themselves.After irresponsible people who would all, that is the Ame_rican ~ay"' rather collect a check from Uncle The !ibe[al propaganda Sl:{m once a month than get up does not'-~ end in our educational and working for a living. institutions; it has infiltrated'what Recently theACLU, a is supposed to be .the most liberal organizatiop, won a court moderate level of our society, the case that found if unconstittimass media-the "Communist · ticmalf~r the Vi~ginia Military News Network,'' the "Old York fn~titute to say grace prior to Times," as author Michael Savage lunch. The prayer was ,nonrefers to them. In the March 17 denominational, but theliberals edition of the New YorkTimes, want us to forget God. The articles signaled doom for th~ US fiberal media has .been aggresin the attempt to libernte the Iraqi sively attacking the Catholic people. It referred to the war as a church, but if someone says that ''reckless path." Now that Blair Islam is a religion based on hate and Bush put together a and yio_ience they are branded,a R9Psevelt/Chµrchill type perfor r~cist, and.a bigot. The liberals mance, liberals are the major want everyone to love, share, losers in the war. This is because and be happy,burthatjust people now see hoyv important wgn'thappen. It is Joo .impractithe liberation was by the footage cal. of jubilati~nby ma~y Iraqis. The tf Jhe liberal attack _ on our left attacked the war, but t .· . rish!S~3$JJitbomerec~ntlywith ,vipqic::1:tion ofJhe rigllt i~ no\Ji thi:('.a tteplpt to,remove.the evident. .The.aforementioned :•. 0 ii~~:!~tj~ugial~~tk politi~s ~re i .,. , o;ffi1~~rats continued on page 8 �MAY 1, 2003 EDITORIAL 7 Why Can't Johnny Be Right? Dr. Janet Wright Starner Writing Center Director Assistant Professor of English "Why can't Johnny read!" has been replaced with "Why can't Johnny write?!" More and more often, I am confronted by both students and faculty who complain to me about bad student writing. Proficient student writers tell me they are shocked and a little angry that their peers, whose writing is mediocre at best, seem to slide by in spite of their lack of competence. Faculty and administrators pull me aside to describe writing submitted to them that they think should have embarrassed the writer and, in tum, will make my hair stand on end. Most alarming, they report that even some seniors cannot "put together a coherent sentence." These complaints are not unique to the Wilkes campus, however. A recent article in the Chronicle of Higher Education announced: "Survey Finds Split Between What College Instructors and High School Teachers Value in Student Writing." ACT, conducted the survey purveyors of the American College Test, a college entrance exam. It reportedly revealed a difference in approach to teaching writing between high school teachers, who focused on writing strategy and style, and college instructors, who valued grammar and usage. This discrepancy, the article concluded, could explain the growing need for remedial sections of first year composition. A non-critical reader might conclude from these results that if only teachers would concentrate on grammar instruction, students would graduate with finely honed writing skills. Although thi s might sound like a logical and simple sol ution, .it won't solve the problem. Just exactly what is the problem? The.complaints I hear fall into a small number of categories: the writing has no focus; it is not coherent; it is full of grammatical errors, and-less often-it lacks style and grace. But these are different categories of error. Some are functional, others are social, and each failu re comes with its own set of consequences. Focus and coherence are problems for readers, not for writers. The writer knows what she wants to say. In order to produce writing that successfully communicates, an inexperienced writer must learn to accommodate her audience's needs when composing. The reader needs cues to tell him where an idea begins, when it has turned a logical comer, and how all the different ideas pre- progress, revise deeply, and have sented are connected to the main an experienced guide to assist complexity the writer wants to them in their struggles. articulate. However, if the only High school students for audience that counts is the whom school writing is a bore are teacher, the struggle can become a instantly motivated to learn all cat and mouse game-"what does about the process when composhe really want?"-instead of "how ing an entrance essay to send off can J make the reader understand to their first choice college. exactly what I want to say?" Seniors who could have cared Which brings us back to less about grammar, style, and grammar. Ironically, nearly all rhetorical strategy in writing students-ESL writers excepted-can spot bad grammar and usage when submitted for course work they see it in others' writing even if suddenly hunt for the nearest employed aciult when forced to they can't explain why it is compose cover letters to accomincorrect or find it in their own pany resumes they send out to work. And, too, unless it happens prospective employers. in a legal document, bad grammar While it would be conveonly causes a problem when it nient, and perhaps satisfying, to obscures meaning. When was the point fing~rs, it is not high school last time a comma error kept you teachers, not college writing from understanding a writer's instructors, not lazy students who point? How~ver, a writer who are "at fault." The majority of turns in a text that is full of student writers are neither obvious grammatical errors commits a different sin. He leaves . ignorant nor lazy. They are, however, inexperienced, conthe impression with his reader that fu sed, and often quite insecure he is either ignorant or lazy. That about their ability to write well. perception is bad enough when The majority of instructors cannot the reader is his instructor, but _ be characterized as evil grammar those same mistakes can be cops or sadists who deliberately . devastating if the audience is a construct assignments designed prospective employer. to cause student failure. They do, The truth is that generating however, assign writing for good writing is just plain hard different purposes and degrees of work. It is a complex social behavior that qi.n be leamed, but it complexity, and that writing rises out of varying disciplinary and is impossible to teach in the way generic conventions, all of which that we can teach multiplication can trip up inexperienced writers. tables or spelling. People learn to What, then, can we do? We write most quickly and efficiently can begin by debunking some in situations where they compose common misconceptions. for real audiences and purposes, "Once a student passes solicit feedback on work-in- Eng 101, he should know how to write." One semester of writing instruction helps a first year writer to understand his own writing process and the general conventions of academic writing, but he must practice what he has learned over and over before he becomes truly adept. While the well-wrought argumentative Eng 101 essay-will read very like one handed in for a history, philosophy, or political science course, it is not a lab report. "Good writing is free of grammar and usage errors." Well, yes. And no. An incoherent piece of writing that says nothing of significance or importance to its readers, yet is perfectly free of mechanical errors, is not good writing. We write to learn, and we learn to write by writing. In the "real world," writing occurs within a social system. The real challenge before us-call it, rather, opportunity-is to construct a learning environment that will encourage and support such collaborative work. This will not be easy, and everyone must be involved. Students must believe that we can write to learn and discover, and they must pour as much energy into learning to write as they do into the subject they love most. Teachers must provide opportunities to practice writing in every class a student Johnny continued on page 8 Leaving Our Comfort Zones DR. PAULADAMS Vice President ofStudent Affairs Special moments always fill the end of the academic year. Everyday, during the last few weeks of the spring semester, the University calendar includes some type of celebration of success and accomplishment. These occasions provide a~chance for us to offer our congratulations and warm wishes to friends and colleagues, and help us prepare for the inevitable separations that come every commencement season when we bid farewell to our graduating class. Bittersweet, these last few weeks of the semester can be the most rewarding and satisfying of times, but also a time when we come to realize how close we've grown to all that has become so familiar to us at Wilkes. For me, the end of the spring semester always provides some of the most meaningful conversations I've had all year long. One such conversation, although it happened a few years ago, stays ever fresh in my mind. Speaking with a graduating senior just a few days before his commencement, we reflected together on each of our Wilkes undergraduate experiences-his for the last four years, mine that had its beginning about 25 years ago. As we talked about how quickly four years at Wilkes passes, we spent considerable time talking about our earliest days at Wilkes and the people we remembered meetjng first. We talked about all of the fears we seemed to share, and the apprehension we had as we both started our Wilkes careers some 20+ years apart. As our conversation continued, our focus shifted from that of reflection to that of contemplation as we began to talk about how his Wilkes experience would shape his future. Eventually, we concluded that the experiences which held the most meaning for us, and from which we gained the most, had one thing in common. These experiences were the ones when both of us took the risk to leave our comfort zones, those times when things weren't normal, when we were faced with the unexpected or unmanageable, when we were someplace unfamiliar, when we were tested by new experiences and exposed to values different than ours, or when risk and challenge were our only choices. Those are the moments from my ·wilkes exp~rience that have always stayed with me, and he believed those would be the special Wilkes moments he would always cherish and value. What became apparent by the end of our conversation was that Wilkes, that once imposing and unfamiliar intimidator of our first year, had become a comfort zone for this soon-to-be graduated senior. This environment that was once so foreign had now become a place he understood, a place with which he was wellsatisfied and a place that had prepared him for what he would face in the future. He knew that the time had finally come when he would need to break loose from this comfort zone to begin anew somewhere else. As we come to the end of this spring semester, it's a time for us to take stock of the year past. As you think through all that has happened to you this year, contemplate how often you left your comfort zone. I hope you can look back over the past two semesters and find countless times when you accepted the challenge put forth by a member of the faculty and staff, a member of your family, or a friend, to try something new and stretch beyond what you could have ever imagined for yourself. I think you'll find that those special moments when you chose to leave your comfort zone will be the experiences from which you will have learned the most about yourself, provided you with your greatest rewards, and your fondest memories a~ Wilkes. �8 MAY 1, 2003 EDITORIAL More HorsepOwer, More Insomnia driving around in. But you'll surely fool people into thinking a swarm of bees are approaching! Neither will a 130 dB stereo with the bass cranked. Hey whitey, we know you're listening to Jay-Z, and we don't care! While ·you're at it, it sounds like someone is trying to get out of your trunk. You might want to have your mechanic check that out. Your eyes aren't immune from this threat either. The mere sight of a car complete with a double-decker wing, a lowered suspension, and numerous stickers proclaiming what the car has (or doesn't have) should shock you. If that doesn't work, the gaudy und_ercarriage neon lights (which apparently add 30 hp) should . The stickers do serve a purpose though. Case in point: every so often I see a white car parked outside of Breiseth Hall. This car is decked out with an ungodly wing and an equally ungodly body kit. If it weren't for the giant "Cavalier" windshield banner, I would've thought this was some sort of brand new concept car from Yugo. Then again, some things just aren't worth mentioning. Are you a street racer? Do the world a favor, and stop punishing your cars. You aren't fooling anyone. Nobody cares that your car prominently affirms the existence of a Flowmaster, or that its stereo can liquefy all matter within a ten foot radius. Your car isn't designed for speed! With all of that money you blew on your larger-indiameter-than-a-CD exhaust, your bookshelf-of-a-wing, and your subscription to Super Street, you could've easily purchased a car that can actually go fast. You know, something that actually has an engine designed for performance. · Spare us from your lawnmowersounding, bass-thumping, pavementskidding econoboxes. We're trying to sleep here! hard working middle class that built this · industry. It is trickling down to infringe smoking bubble. We.are not smokers. In country. The liberals have been destroying upon our rights on the local level. You can fact, we both think the habit disg'llsting. But, people have a right to smoke. Innocent have the right to kill babies but not to > this legacy and it is time for the silent ~ majority to rise up and take back their party. non-smokers are not being hurt. What is smoke. the problem? The problem is the liberal The Democratic Party was once noJ?le Keep hold of your rights. Keep bold of your and respected. It worked to represent the values. The liberals have isolated themcrusaders and their attack on the tobacco selves and in time they will become so discredited and reckless they will be forced out of the party and the Democrats will return to the level of prestige they once commanded. BY TIM MILLARD Beacon Staff Writer This past week, a group of South Wilkes-Barre residents got together to take a stand against the crime and prostitution that occurs in the neighborhood on a daily basis. Their concern was that the police were doing nothing about the problems. Thankfully, the police are doing something; it's just that Mayor McGroarty-a man who would hold a press conference if he got a grant for pap!!r clips-forgot to tell everyone. But while the police deal with the sweatpants-clad hookers on Ross Street, a different kind of scourge is prowling the streets. Their activities infringe upon what little peace the residents of WilkesBarre have left. If you've been up past 10 p.m. on any given night, you'll know what I'm talking about. I'm talking about street racers. For those of you whose auditory senses haven't been blessed by a car wi~h an exhaust that sounds like a lawnmower, street racers are people who_watched The Fast and the Furious one too many times, and took it out on their cars. The end result is something that is both offending to the ears and the eyes. First, let's examine the auditory assault. Many street racers install aftermarket exhaust systems on their cars, under the guise of making them go faster. I hate to break this to any of you street racers, but that dual eight-inch exhaust won't add any horsepower to that Honda econobox you're Democrats Continued from page 6 . ' Johnny Continued from page 7 takes. Students must learn how to apply the rules of grammar, but they should learn that skill in the context of particular occasions for writing. Teachers need to consider involving students in a variety of professional writing projects. Inexperienced writers blossom when they have real reasons for writing and real audiences for their final products. In The Culture and Politics of Literacy, W. Ross Winterowd writes "Defining literacy is not idle semantic debate or academic hair-splitting but is almost always a consequential political Your Voices Whitman, once said that, he "was simmering and simmering, and Master Emerson Dear Editor: puts him to a boil." I say, well good for you For a little over a week now, I have Walt, because you, at least had the been trying to find the right words to thank opportunity to have someone lit the fire for some of the best professors ·in the world. you before Master Emerson puts you to One of greatest American Poets, Walt . boi-1. In my case, I came to Wilkes as a act." One of our primary goals should be to equip graduates with the literacy tools they need in order to use language for social action. A five second glance at any newspaper this week will confirm the power of words to construct our reality. The United States military is either an "invad- ing" or a "liberating" force, depending "Tabula Rasa," and these ultimate professors turned me into a book. I have had classes with many professor during my almost fours years here at Wilkes, but four professors stand out in rriy case, not because I have taken more than two classes with each one of them, but because they are the reason for all that I know today. These four ultimate professors are: Dr. Lennon, Dr. Fields, Dr. Paul and Dr.Tirone. Please allow me to talk a little about these four great teachers. Madi Bobb Wilkes senior on who is writing the story. The problem is quite real, the stakes are the highest. But the solution is not grammar drill. For the remainder of this article, visit www.wilkesbeacon.com. Dear Editor: I feel compelled to respond to the article "Bubble Trouble" in the March 27 issue of the Beacon. I take issue with the notion that the "bubble" is at all related to issues of space within the University. I think student government did a disservice to us all by even entertaining the notion that the bubble might stay or that any area on this campus should be available to smokers. Every time I walk into the Stark Learning Center (home to the School of Pharmacy) I feel embarrassed for this University. I am embarrassed for students, faculty and staff. I cringe each time I tour a prospective student or faculty candidate past the bubble. What are we telling these individuals about the value we place on the young men and women who attend this University? The close proximity of the School of Pharmacy to the smoking lounge is nothing less than a joke. The bubble sends the wrong message to everyone who enters this building and is the height of hypocrisy for a University with two health professional programs (pharmacy and nursing). Do people here understand the health impacts of smoking? Do you know that smoking causes 20% of all deaths in the United States. Cigarettes kill 1,200 Ameri. cans every day-a tragic total of 420,000 deaths each year. The fact is, cigarettes cause emphysema, lung cancer and heart This is a responsibility of University disease, and 4 out of every 10 smokers administration to take seriously the later die from their addiction. Even if death contributions smoking makes to the health is not a major concern for the young of our students and they need our support students at this University, there are many to do the right thing. I ask you to join me in other less-well known effects of smoking calling on our"iidministration to give notice which affect even the young. For women, to this campus community that in Septemsmoking contributes to low birth weight in ber of2003 this truly will be a smoke free infants. In men, smoking is associated campus. This gives students, staff, faculty with impotence and sterility. In EVERYand administrators who are addicted to ONE, smoking causes facial wrinkles; it tobacco the time to get the help they need browns the teeth and gums and causes to treat this serious and self-destructive bad breath. Patients who smoke have habit. body odt>r. Finally, smokers are poor role models for our children. Edward F. Foote My point is that this is not a student Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice government issue. · Nesbitt School of Pharmacy �FEATURES MAY 1, 2003 9 In the Spotlight: Seniors BY MELISSA JURGENSON Beacon Staff Writer Name: Jeanette Bell Hometown: Broadheadsville, PA Major: Communication Studies with concentrations in Organizational C . unication and Telecommunications Blink and you'll miss it; four years will Working a Jot and continuing fly by faster t~an you'll think _my education in the near future. What advice can you give to freshmen/undergraduates? Name: Amy K. Westgate Hometown: Bethlehem, PA Major: History/Sociology What is most memorable about Relax, breathe, and have a blast! Wilkes? Name: Melissa Lasecki Hometown: Nanticoke, PA Major: History What is most memorable about W.A.S. - Waller South Girls What are your plans after graduation? When the squirrel bit through the a power line and the power went out all over campus. Classes were canceled. Then they put the squirrel in a stick in the middle of the greenway. What advice can you give to freshmen/undergraduates? Plan your courses carefully Name: Justin D'Angelo Hometown: Susquehanna, PA Major: English/Communication Studies What is most memorable about Wilkes? Wilkes? What advice can you give to freshmen/undergraduates? Grad school for dance at Temple University. Don't screw around your freshmen year. Save it till you're a senior and you're legal. It'll help with the stress level. What advice can you give to freshmen/undergraduates? Name: Mark Patrick Hometown: Denville, NJ Major: Computer Information Systems What is most memorable about Melissa Lasecki What is most memorable about Wilkes? Outreach Counselor/Advocate for Carbon County for Domestic Violence Service Center. Law school for Domestic Violence based family law Wilkes? Take a variety of classes in every area. Name: Matt Smallcomb . Hometown: Wilkes-Barre, PA Major: Music Education What is most memorable about Wilkes? What are your plans after gradua- What are your plans after gradua- tion? Scott Fenstemacher Name: Sara Ciotoli Hometown: Vestal, New York Major: Nursing Q: What is most memorable about Wilkes? A: The people I've met, the friends I've made, and the fun times I've had. Q: What advice can you give to freshman/un~ergraduates? A: Enjoy your time here, get involved, and be yourself. tion? Join the military What advice can you give to freshmen/undergraduates? Performing with "The Collective" and moving to NYC and studying music in Manhattan. Meet with your advisor as much as possible. And if you don't like him/her change advisors. What advice can you give to freshmen/undergraduates? Stay focused and go to class. Name: Francine Anne Katherine .Johanson Hometown: Tobyhanna, PA Major: Business with a concentration in Marketing What is most memorable about Wilkes What are your plans after graduaI'm going to do an internship with Roadrunner Records and Blackout Records When we had our homecoming dance at the Waterfront and the dance floor was too small, the boy's bathroom got wrecked, and the food was two hours late. • What advice can you give to freshmen/undergraduates? tion? What are your plans after gradua- freshmen/undergraduates? Wilkes? A: Camraderie not only exists on a sports field _- I found it in everything I did. Q: What do you plan to do after graduation? A: Active duty US Air Force-moving to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, for a career in public affairs. Living at Club Blasi and the wild times on the roof. What are your plans after graduation? Moving to San Diego and getting my MBA out there. . Drink beer- it helps you study • Name: Desirae Triplett Hometown: Easton, PA Major: Music Education and Music Performance Q: What is most memorable about Wilkes? A: My senior recital. Q: What do you plan on doing after graduation? A: Get a masters degree in musicand build a private studio. Q: What advice can you give to about Wilkes? freshman/undergraduates? Performing and being on homecoming court. Take every opportunity you can, and sometimes you have to make your own opportunities. What are your plans after graduation? Wilkes? hard. Enjoy college! Manage your time-party on the weekend ... to truly enjoy your college experience and try not to miss too many classes. Name: MarthaZabriski Hometown: Plains, PA Major: Vocal Performing Arts What is most memorable Name: Scott Fenstermacher Hometown: Bethlehem, PA Major: Business What is most memorable about Name: Candice Adams Hometown: Brodheadsville Major: Communication Studies/ROTC Q: What is most memorable about What advice can you give to freshmen/undergraduates? To work. I am still going on interviews to find the one job that I will enjoy doing everyday and pay well, too. What advice can you give to Martha Zabriski What are your plans after graduation? Performing in music ensembles and drumming for Modem dance classes Friends · Too many things to even start to list tion? My first dance class and performing. Matt Smallcomb �10 FEATURES MAY 1, 2003 After Thre~ Decades Wilkes Senior Celebrates Co01pletion BY ELVIRA ILLIANO Beacon Staff Writer Better late than never, right? For many students, graduation is just another step on the vast staircase of life. For others, it is an open road to the real world. For non-traditional students such as John Sopp, a 52-year old Wilkes University senior majoring in economics, graduation is a symbol of closure. Sopp, a 1969 high school graduate, married with four daughters, will be graduating from Wilkes University this May with a degree in economics. His educational journey has been filled with stops and starts. "I started at Wilkes University in 1969, but quit in 1972 because I got a full-time job in the grocery industry. I came back in the mid 1970s, then quit again because of job responsibilities and my twins. In 1986, when we had all four children, I came back again, but faced the same responsibilities, so I left. I came back this year and have finished my final six credits," Sopp explained. According to the National College Board, studies indicate the numbers of nontraditional students enrolling in college are on the rise. "Enrollment of non-traditional students at the senior college and university level has nearly doubled in one year, from about 10,000 students in spring 2001 to more than 19,000 in fall 2002," noted College Board Assistant Commissioner for Academic Affairs, Bill McHenry, in a previously released interview. Although the non-traditional label may bother many people in Sopp's position, Sopp seems to have no problem with it. "I'm kind of 'broken out of the mold.' I'm not conventional, so it doesn't bother me to be seen that way," stated Sopp. Facing many setbacks, from work and family responsibilities to physical challenges raised after a 1999 automobile accident which left Sopp disabled, he has never allowed the roadblocks to get the best of him. "I try not to view things as setbacks, just course corrections. I adjust to change and move on," clarified Sopp. Regardless of the pressures Sopp faced, he moved on to reach his educational goals. "Since the 1970s there's been pressure continuously. Today it's different. My family is raised and on their way to lives of their own." He later added that what pushed him to complete this chapter of his life was the need for closure. "It was a portion of my life that I needed to complete. I wanted to get this degree and finish what I started." Among the professors who have had the opportunity to interact with Sopp, Dr. Robert Seeley, Associate Professor of Economics at Wilkes University, stated that Sopp "is certainly a good student, much more interested in class than the typical Wilkes student. Often I'll mention something that happened years ago and most of them [the students] will have blank looks on their faces. He's [Sopp] among the two or three who actually get the references I make." When asked what he thought about his long journey through Wilkes University college years, Sopp seemed at the least very enthusiastic. "It's great. I have had an ability to communicate with people all around, both younger and older than me .. .I am so happy. I am proud to be a Wilkes graduate. My appreciation of Wilkes has grown and flourished in the time I have been here." Sopp's feeling of ease has also been noticed by those around him. "I haven't detected any anxiety, so if he does have any, he hides it very well," said Seeley. Even though education has played a key role in Sopp's life, it's definitely not the only pride of his life. "My four daughters, my wife and my community service (are also very important accomplishments)," said Sopp. College years may seemingly come and go, but one thing that all students will agree on is this: some things are better done later than never, right? Student Leadership Appointed for 2003-04 BY MONICA CARDENAS Beacon Staff Writer communications studies major. She was a member of CC her freshman year and And the new Student Presidents decided to run for president last year. "I are... thought it would be a good experience and Next semester, Selena Bednarz, a lot of fun. It has been both of those Lindsay Wotanis and things. I have been able to meet Stephanie Dickert will hold the so many people because of my offices of Student Govemment, involvement with the club. It Commuter Council and IRHC, was a real learning experience," respectively. Of the three, said Wotanis. Bednarz and Wotanis are Wotanis was especially veterans, having served last driven to serve as president year; Dickert is beginning her because she had many ideas first year as president ofIRHC, that could improve commuter life Stephanie Dickert although she was an active at Wilkes. "I saw things that member last year. bothered me about commuter life ... and felt "I ran for a second term because·! that I could help myself along with all of the wanted to further my experience, and other commuters at Wilkes by becoming hopefully accomplish even more on involved with CC." campus," stated Bednarz. Originally, she Wotanis' responsibilities include pursued the position of president in order handling commuter on-campus parking and to become "more involved and do more commuter life in general. Also, she leads things with Student Government to get our the club in "planning activities that will name out to students." Bednarz added that benefit the commuter population. My main she "wanted to get more students to goal is to improy~ commuter life at Wilkes." participate and be aware of things going on In addition to these responsibilities, around campus." she also serves as member of the Student As president, Bednarz Affairs Cabinet and the Student links students to administraAffairs Disciplinary Committee. tion. "I meet with both and Dickert, president ~f Waller relay opinions and policies, North and an active member of and hopefully maintain a good IRHC (Inter-Residence Hall relationship between them. I Council), will begin her first year also run Student Government as president of IRHC next meetings and make sure the semester. She is currently a elected students are doing sophomore Criminology/ their jobs to the fullest." Sociology major. Selena Bednarz Bednarz hopes that her "I decided to run for experience as president will help her president because I really enjoy being in the improve next year. club and I think a lot could be done with it. Bednarz is a junior mathematics major The people in the club are great and I have with a minor in accounting. Currently, she fun working with them," said Dickert. is also Vice President of Multicultural As IRHC President, Dickert describes Student Coalition and serves as a member her responsibilities as including "taking of the Student Affairs Cabinet and Student care of fund requests, dorm improvements, Affairs Disciplinary Committee. attending student government meetings Wotanis will begin her second year and attending judiciary hearings on as Commuter Council President as a junior campus." She added, "Basically anything . ll fj n n ti b } e I. t C r C n .J, that has to do with the dorms and living on campus is IRHC." In addition to serving as IRHC President, Dickert will also serve as a member of the Student Affairs Cabinet and the Student Affairs Disciplinary Committee, along with ~otanis and Bednarz. Currently, OffCampus Council has not appointed a president. "At this time, nothing is really settled with OCC," said Bednarz. In fact, according to an executive board decision, student government will take over the block party next year. OCC will have a representative on the board, but will focus more on improving the student-community relationship. Whatever the outcome of OCC, Bednarz, Wotanis and Dickert are very excited to begin the new semester. They are loaded with ideas to improve life at Wilkes and ready to put them into action. Lindsay Wotanis No Glove F,w PlaMed Parenlilood Brand r ........ ...r--...- A ·.lfldflldl.lllt:. i .._a..kr..., • .,...,. :Jfl ,l l·tt: ulJIJU!lJI•~ Health Se,vkes Wrlltilg Rm.. Get free pa:kets 'ni!h 2 Pl-~ned Paren1haod bf,and condoms,. instructions and info_Cf1 emergenc)' contraception fEC) from your RA or ii the He-al1h SetrVices 1Naitmg Rm. Taken within Tl · hrs . of unprotect6d interoollfSe, EC srgmicarutty reduces 1he ris~~ of pregnanq- Availab h: at Planned Parenthood health centers. 63 N. Fra nldin St., Wilket-Barr 570-824-8921 AJsti iri Set.anion & Hazlaloo" 1-80!".l-230-A:.AN 'MWI, ppnep,org 0 ] �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT MAY 1, 2003 11 Loeschke Gives Life to Emily Dickinson audience's. The audience at the conclusion of the one-woman show sat slightly awestruck by what they had seen. Wilkes University Provost Dr. Artist in Residence, Adam Hill Maravene Loeschke did it again on Tuesday, remarked afterward, "It's a shame we April 22, when she took time out fro . her couldn't see you (Loeschke) perform the normal administrative schedule to offer a · entire one-woman play." most powerful performance. Others noted the enormous flexibility This time it wasn't a sit-down read Loeschke has demonstrated in her ability to through as seen on campus with the juggle numerous roles-many of them breathtaking Love Letters and Don Juan in simuitaneouslyProvost; educator; Hell. To all those who were fortunate actress; bringing departments together; enough to attend Ms. Emily Dickinson and promoting mutual respect, camraderie, literally entered Kirby Hall's Salon. Loeschke and appreciation. brought Dickinson back to life. It was just one more great opportuLoeschke immersed herself in the role, nity for the Provost to promote theater and · communicating the personal life, struggle, offer an important educational experience pain, and yes, humor of Dickinson. It was to members of the Wilkes community. clear that for 25 minutes, Dr. Loeschke was Miss Emily Dickinson-in her mind and the .{lY RAPHAEL COOPER Beacon Assistant Arts & Entertainment'Editor ' Chuck the blind man starts hitting him with his cane. Buznik tries to get the cane It's a little something we can all use from the blind man and in the process hits these days in situations like when somebody the blind man with the cane. cuts us off when we're driving down the Buznik is once again brought before street, when our computers have fits at the Judge Daniels, played by Lynne Thigpen most inopportune times, or even when (a familiar face from "Where in the World nothing goes our way. That's right, in is Carmen San Diego?"), and is going to situations like these we can all use a little be sentenced to two years in jail when Dr. anger management-or we can Rydell steps in a says he can live vicariously through Dave help Buznik with extensive !3uznik, played by Adam therapy. Sandler, and go and see the This is where the fun movie Anger Management. begins. Dr. Rydell moves in Dave Buznik, a thirtywith good-guy Buznik and something secretary who they spend all their time works for a company that together. Instead of providing designs clothing for overtherapy for Buznik, Rydell weight cats, is assigned to take . seems to torture him. Rydell 40 hours of anger management sleeps in the -nude while training after being accused ?i.,t, sharing the same bed with and charged with beating up a 1-.11/N~ ,tr Buznik, makes him sing in his flight attendant for her inability - .Al:iltll. u lliiiT car on a bridge, and accompato bring him a set of headphones so that he nies him to work. In addition, could watch the movie being shown on the Buznik has to try and keep his cool while flight. a she-male, played by Woody Harrelson, At anger management classes Buznik hits on him under Dr. Rydell's orders; he is meets up with Dr. Buddy Rydell, played by forced to confront his childhood bully Jack Nicholson, who just so happened to be who has turned into a monk at a monason the same plane with him. Buzpik becomes tery and all hell breaks loose; and much, a member of the "Fury Fighters," a group much more. composed of eccentric characters including a And just when you thought it lesbian couple who happen to be members of couldn't get any funnier, it doesn't. the porno industry, a sports fan who gets a Towards the end, the movie slows down little overexcited about games, a gay man and focu·ses more on Buznik's relationship who enjoys wearing tight halter tops and with his girlfriend Linda played by Marisa women's sandals, and Buznik's anger buddy Tomei. This romantic comedy aspect of Chuck, who seems to get angry over the movie is quite cheesy and typical, but anything and everything. the movie redeems itself with a twist at One night Chuck calls on Buznik to the end. help him defuse his anger. They go to a bar, Overall, I thought it was a really but never end up getting their drinks. Chuck Anger starts an altercation with a blind man's continued on page 13 escort, and when Buznikjumps in to stop Beacon Arts & Entertainment Editor f··_·. ;amv~~fa ' ~dtN~:wm .. ll~;:Rome ;It~b~;s~th~~-~~ ~i~e :❖·,· :=•-·' ·-:-.-:- •-i- .. .:c-=·-· -:,:,::·· -··,:- _.·' . er ~itr;w·. Anger Management: Quick Cure for Finals Week Stress BY JESSICA SKUTACK F th Thfi:-.Peigon to ~ end. Graduation is . yar, ~ '-~yfinaHn!tallmentof Tasty <-Ti . _, . ij~~~' ~e~~lwr9~about ihe fe<:if?,es that I thought'.>19~•:~ ?uid'~njoy expe~menting wi.th.1 offered advice on h9wt9,stay hialthy during the flu season and lpreated menus for almost every holiday. Hopefully} h~~~ su9ceeded inip.eeting all o~ your.ex~ctatio?s. For this}astarti.cle I was inspiredJJY a;c1ose;.•friy9d to writy about comfort food to help menp.bfo~en)1eartS from sad good-b}'.e$, but whilyJ searched for the perfect recipes !JQlllldJny,s~lf too:c:::·-··teary-eyed'to (;Ontinue~Since l hate good.,.byes, 1 decided to ·,,::,i::,,•.:- /:/:_ . . ·-=·_. bag that idea and d,9 somyihing·f11at I have never9gne injhe past 1 This week I _ arn going :to be Sylfish -~ d . }'.OU ip.{favorite recipes to try f9ryo~rse}f; I hopy you enjoy my selections .../, ~ut _bef~re ,g _t .~~V.yJp th~l,~~fry9_n ea . r; . .Beacofi,foreverything that they es can finally be proud of,. ~on_h ave done;-Toget~~r,t~ey 'prod,uced.a R~P;!. '\J, . +::· . , gratu!ations Clas$ g[;lPQ~ ! qo9d liick~Yo4 . ' · c~R~ l;;1/2 pfheii,vy 1/2 Cuij;.tPl!li!.!<? $au Salt andjJ~ppyr '>. , Fresh P3.!;01esan cheese, g,rated . r _.. ..• . . . .. Cook peqne according to directions pn P?,Ckage. Drain,and set a&ide: . In a large skillet heat olive oil.'Add garlic and cook thr 30 secpnds. Add vodka and cook until the flames dis~ipa~.Add cream and bring to a b9il. R~duceheat so that cream simmers. Stir until mixture ba§ redu?ed in volume.by half. A.ddto1J1~tq sauce and season with salt and pepper. Ad,d cooked pasta. Stir untii' coated and heated through. Serve .with grated Parmesan cheese. , , Tiramis;';;:f Recipe Co Expresso Syrup l/3 cup,water . 1/2 cup sugar , ; . 2/3 cup strong brewed esp 1/4 cup It!11ian or ,domestic b Mascarpone Fi11irig 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping c 1/3 cµp ,~ug~ i l2 ~asPBor(i\.r~pl~~xtract p~und ' ·•· · , ... se > . JI~ spo-9- ··' e . fingers, or sliced �MAY 1, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 12 The best pizza in town is now the best deal £or delivery or takeoutJ .;i, #2 . • 1611 ·. lreadrtJ ($ ' . it: .·' -~·:,;..,.,, ., wv+""",.,-.· The F·amny Party P-ock 1 la.rge 16° Pizza~ 115 ,. large Order '(16) Wings ond l Order ot . MozzoreUa sneks. $l8.95• We deliver to Wilkes University Grotto Pizza Gateway Center. Edwardsville 331-PAST (3278) charge. • Does not include tax gratwty. or de.livery �13 snow BY RAPHAEL COOPER for . . kes 's Theatcerp~partmen Beac?n Assi$uint~ & Entertain111eni~1i;'ot:;. t . •· Ii!twas a moS.f ~l}joyable,th~~lC . As fast as it came. it is now history.· · ~eason:With cJtparting.seniors ]ike Alex' .It almost s~e~d that the Wilkes Univer- . !<a$hatus and pale HeU<rr w.oying ' . sity Vi sualand Perfoqning Arts D~p4rt7 • greener pastur~s 11f~ '. · •· . . mentwas putting qn show e: IY<}Viek,. th.eifpr~sence. wil! . . From fine drwµming, .to great acting(from fottr years th<?. S<?~Or pait light and airy flute playing to gr~9:.efµJ:'ifu> lead~ng apd supportingrole~niasterfuUy1, dancing, the surrounding com1I1uqi!Y¥,1cJ ;; Senior Phoenix Blui; g9_thiss~2F~Julius , university were treated to the fine;t:in ; . . Caesar and ran with' if}qmost'captivating entertainment and culture. · •·• fashion. Kyle Masteller, who graduates Theater this year as well, is already on his way. It all began with Hedda Gabler After performances as the sleazy Judge under the direction of Artist in Residence, Brack in Hedda Gabler and leading male, Adam Hill. If it wasn't clear from years Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls, before, Junior Tiffany Smith is the real · Masteller also debuted a leading role in an deal. With versatile performances in both independant film shown in Allentown. Joe Dawson and Adam Hill's plays, Wilkes With Masteller gone, it will be a dilemma University has witnessed a future superfor directors Dawson and Hill to find star whose dominance of character someone to assume that leadership and portrayals prove why she is such a leader experience that Masteller controlled for 1!e'can sing. ar his l}ideen piJ>eS can ·to a a Anger Continued fr~m page 11 funny movie that gave me lots of great laughs. The only qualm I have with Anger Management overall is the romantic comedy mumbo-jumbo. It truly detracts from the comedic vibe that flows so smoothly between the outrageous and wacky Rydell and the stuffed-shirt version of Sanders in Buznik. Other than the love distraction, I thought it was great and really entertaining. So, if ou're stressed out with finals and papers, nothing has been going your way, and you find yourself walking around with that red flush of frustration, head to the theaters and treat yourself to Anger Management. The next time you get so mad you can scream, remember the words of Dr. Buddy Rydell: "Temper's the one thing you can't get rid of by losing it." The Beacon/Mick Jenkins Gentlemen, Start Your Engines On Thursday, April 24, students were able to get behind the wheel of a mock number 40 Coors Light Dodge racecar, driven by Sterlin Marlin. The NASCAR Simulator was set up outside of the Student Union Building, and was free to the !;_)Ublic. \ Satta Returlls to Cross the Gender Barrier... Again BY RAPHAEL COOPER Beacon Assistant Arts & Entertainment Editor Why dorm-when you could have your own apartment? 0:mer;ert afh:,n;,lat.tc, 1r.xu:re·- ~ ilf'.MrilTit,'\t~ w1U chi1rige yct..T view .;ibout IMng en r:,Jmf)ut ,tJ.Ji .:in: ¢9vt>ti¢<1 with J pnva1c l»1k,ortr morJr:41·1 ki!i:;hen ,tr.d b,idt •..,-;Ill tO •w,111 c.v~tir.g. ,1trooridil!:),;flng, ~rlty ;111d l+hu.:r &rt'ttt'gt¥'4f JSit~anor:.. l-2 bedro::m ,1p;n-trr~tr. with v,1ryins tqui11'1:' k.iot,igc ,t-¾likkte, F~1~ t,;1H f0t /le,ti;,i'tg irrfonmtkin 510.819.43:lt, Friday April 25, Steven Satta from Towson University returned to Wilkes University to conduct a one hour seminar at Gies Hall on "Marlboro Men and Cover Girls." Satta, who was responsible for bringing his super-talented foursome that performed the succesful and nationally recognized R&J, was on hand to clear up or at least encourage reflection on how we envison oursleves as ideal males, females, and ultimately as people. "I explore gender through theater, run The Beacon/Kristin Hake ··1 it up a flagpole and see who salutes it," Steven Satta Satta said, and he pulled no ·punches with Satta stressed that people can11ot look to his audience as he encouraged purposeful adopt these masculine or femi11ine characreflection about what "we esteem" can be. teristics, but search inside their inner and Satta kicked off his lecture by asking · true selves to find characterist_ics of either the audience what they felt comprised the gender to better define themselves. prototypical man and woman. After the To close the workshop, c$_atta offered stereotypes were created to sculpt society's inspiring stories of transgend~red individuultimate depiction, Satta mixed things up a als as well as other issues of gender bit illustrating how both men and women sometimes frowned upon in today's society. can share the same characteristics. Satta's conc.lusion framed perfectly his He then added other activities that overall message, "I don't know what it is did not particularly define where or how we like to feel like a man, but I know how it is to place ourselv~s in society, but rather questioned who and what we are as people. heme." �ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 MAY 1, 2003 Block Party 2003 I 1 The Beacon/Kristin Hake On Sunday, April 27, the Wilkes Block Party, which was sponsored by Off Campus Council, was held. The day was filled with live music, free food, fun activities, and a dunk tank fundraiser sponsored by the sophomore class. e!i~;,13. . 1.•. J?JOgr ;• • <tcrstepry ' Be ~an wh~;r ...• .. , . . . . • v~ry Happ~nfd on the.r'W.<t/;toth should be the man for next Ptashinsky, whose ab;erice . Caesar was greatly missed, Darte Center many,more enj performances to 109k forw ,Dance ·· ··· .K> ... . The Qarty Cente:r':is,, . , .:St¥ " ~o of the area's pestdanceperforrriapces throughout the2002-03 year.·Upfgrtu~}i' nately, Wil!ces had.~ "Yaitto~ee . ~~ ~11ct •< of the.. year review in whicp,Pr9fessor · · . ·.-. .,:;,..;, :l .. . ,Kristin ])egpan's brillian9ewa~puto~, display. Degnan 's pieces show&\ dyep thought, beauty of movemen(and · comple~ity of the art she SQ well.teachy§, .:::t. . . . .: .. ,;. ' -:•,•-'· :,;,;;.. ~=: =·=,-_: :=;,;· . .,,,,,,,, ·.·· · · ;J;;h!~ 'y e~ .I ,wstalltynn Testa found . ~r~ylf blisy'Yithin the dance depart- , ijie11t.Jft.perewas dance performance at th~,Pir(ij!1You p()tiJd berTesta was ready, . nd rari11g .!9 g9itl3arlier in the ye~ Testl),'S (igina(choreogrphy displayed ir a . . •. niversityJnter7disciplinary competition was m9ying, beautiful. and effortless.- On,e 9! the fy\Vfci~J"l~e.minors who can mastertliy . foiiette;'Test:a'also 'rocked crowds as the RussianQ!yertissement lead in Ba1Jet :'tllortheastrs, The Nutcracker. The energy and expression qf Testa should be b~ck on di lay n.ext Yy:clf at,the Darte Center. . Iq-is §ro;§;)YaS also busy,Jhis year culminating the y~ar 'Vith the Nu and Unusual Arts Program's recital. Cross's. ''.Credo in Us'' and otherMerce . .• f::unningham inspired ~lections, added diyersity;to an,already rich_program. Also, _.,.,.,. -" ;-:'::,,;,:;;:,, ,·:-;,:i:•:':«,-:, ..,,,~,, a . i::: ·:•·,. :::~: . ,..... '· , .. :;,; ,,.. . :;:::;:•.-11; Sewi'.Harris's fresh t.\P chqreo~phy cl~rly percus_sion while S01alk:omb.Jeaves us in brought the noise and indefinitely·brought1the appredatjon and adnJiration,.· funk. . . .. , •Finallyfto complement the heavy Music < x.···· ., i .. :;;noist;were,the]ight.andsmooth sounds Uµder the-direction of Dr. Steven . .. . • . . ' ; of flµtists Becki Simon Brown and ,1:'homas;theWilkesUniversity chorus offered · Desira~ JtipletLfI:'~ese twoflutists aso <io}lle'. spectacular moment.s in the 2002-03 year. added dJversity to aJlourishing program. Tbeir holiday concert left audience members . Obviously, this year in review · bu~zing,about 'the ~normqµs talent and range cannoJ JouchJ>n every performance displayed there. offered throughout the season at the Matt SmaUcomb and Bruce Harris Darte this yyar. Many seniors performed <,brought some heavy noise to .the Darte Center individual recitals and ,staged or directed · · and other arenas of appreciation. Smallcomb one~act plays.There were also ensemble ~d Harris who drum for local hot bands such works.performing 90th on and off as The Collective and Picture Perfect respeccalllpus'seemingly non-stop. While the tively, also lent theirtalents to ModemDapce space for this review is limited, itis .qasses lay clown.a beat never 7~py~enseci < Jmpp!13:nt t<? .11ote tpat throl!ghout the before. Their live bri11iance was also seen at "' , · year the options people in the performing the Nu and UnusuaJArts Program's recital. .. arts atWilke~ have offered us this year . Harris, a jun~?!!)'v,It1 p~ ~~c;~.•9~~t i .e tr t~.R2~r.1 . h~v~ ,~~!L~m~,t~ng. ;; tq �15 MAY 1, 2003 2002-2003 Beacon Athletes of the Year Awarded BY KEVIN SICKLE Beacon Sports Editor The Beacon sports department recently selected their Athletes of the Year through a voting process which iocluded ballots cast by Wilkes coaches, the University's Sports Information Director (SID), and campus sports media. From this process, we have named our male and female Athletes of the Year as well as our Outstanding Athletes in each class. We also would like to show our appreciation for all athletes here at Wilkes for another memorable year in sports; your talent and determination to succeed hasn't gone unnoticed. All are commended for their efforts, and The Beacon looks forward to covering yet another outstanding season of sports in 2002-2003. On a personal note, I would just like to , thank all of the players, coaches, fans, and especially John Seitzinger, th~ Wilkes SID, for all of their help and their pure love of sports. And to The Beacon staff: the past four years working for The Beacon have been great. Without you all, it wouldn ' t have been possible - thank-you. Athletes of the Year Corey Fleisher, wrestling Fleisher's senior season was another outstanding one for head wrestling coach Alan Zellner. He compiled an overall record of 34-4 and won the Middle Atlantic Conference championship in the heavyweight class for the second-consecutive year, where he won the award for Most Falls in the Least Time. Fleisher then went on to compete in the NCAA Division III National Championship for a second year in a row. He also won the heavyweight division in the Ursinus Tournament earlier in the campaign. · Whitney Bull, tennis/basketball Bull concluded her career at Wilkes in amazing fashion in both of her sports, .tennis and basketball. On the tennis court, she finished with an overall singles record of7-2, advancing to the MAC semi-finals. Bull was also named to the all-conference and all-academic teams for the second-straight season. On the basketball court, Bull's dominance continued. In her final season, the senior averaged 16.5 points and 13.5 rebounds per game, both team-highs. Her rebounding totals were good for third in all of Division III. During the campaign, she also became Wilkes' career rebounding leader, finishing with 984. Bull also eclipsed the 1,000-point plateau for her career this past season. Her post-season honors include: second-team all-Freedom Conference, first-team Verizon Academic All-America, and the 2003 Jostens Trophy, awarded to the top player in all of Division III basketball. Whitney Bull Corey Fleisher Senior Outstanding Athletes Holly Shiber, soccer Scored 8 goals and 3 assists on a well-balanced Lady Colonels squad, starting in all 21 matches ... Named Freedom Conference first-team all-star for the thirdstraight season ... First Wilkes player to be named to an all-conference team all four seasons ... Was named a third-team Regional All-American Mike DaRe, football Led the Colonels in tackles for the third-consecutive season with 80 (including 47 unassisted) and recovered fumbles (2) ... Had two interceptions on the season ... Named to the MAC first-team and the ECAC first-team MikeDaRe HollyShiber Junior Outstanding Athletes. Desiree Podrasky, field hockey Led the Freedom Conference in shutouts with seven, including four in a row... Recorded a 1.63 goals again.st average, good for second in the Freedom Conference ... Finished with a save percentage of .813, good for fourth in the conference ... Named to the second team all-conference Dave Plisko, basketball Led the Colonels with 16.1 points per game and steals per contest with 2.0 ... Changed from the shooting guard to th·e point mid-season, only to shine and become the team's leader... Shot 37% from three-point range ... Named to conference first team Des Podrasky Athletes of the Year continued-on page 19 Wilkes Finis~es Fifth At MAC Golf. ~li'.a th.~ BY J:llICOLE NORTON Beacon Co"espnodent · The Wilkes Oniversitygolft finished fifth of 14 teams at the tw MiddleAtlanticConferepce £lvi1n af the_Par~72 ShawneeC9µntryClu ·• The.Colonels finish~p-)Vith,,~;tea . •·• x pla9f in i;di~igu;fiela •· ~otaJ of 97fclurin&the 54-hole e;ent x Susquehanna University :posted a ·\W <::;astrignll{lb_fired·rou~d~'<;>f76 1Ji? score of 924 to \'{in the title. Delaware .85, tofiriili;with.:a \Talley (957) was second, Moravian · _Kashniski h~prpundsof..8Pr.~O ahd;7Sx 96.l)w'as third, atid Elizabetlltown , Af'(967) fmi~_hed fourt.p; ., Ca~iig~at1,o .llnd M~e Kashniyki IS ed in a tlfree-way tie for tenth ... . go.~ . sco~~ q,!i~~- ; .. .-.. -. .- ·a •- . . . .1ps DavePlisko . : i g a total of 245 with rounds of } d 79. Curtis Haley was J h after firing rounds of 88, 83, and 1 ·s9,with a to(al of _ ·1 i:jo~ Flse, '.)VhO had rounds of 98, . i 3;\".f{!$5~th with a score · · 'J 4 �16 SPORTS I' MAY 1, 2003 ~ - ] Colonels Drop Playoff Game to FDU-Florham Courtesy of Sports Information FDU-Florham scored a pair of runs with two outs in the bottom of the eighth to post a 6-5 win over Wilkes University in the opening round of the double-elimination Freedom Conference playoffs on Wednesday afternoon. The win improves the Devils to 19-10 overall and moves them into Friday's winners bracket game against DeSales University at Quakertown Memorial Park at 3:00 p.m. Wilkes slips to 17-17 overall. The Colonels will take on Delaware Valley College in an elimination game on Friday at 11 :00 a.m. in Quakertown. FDU-Florham took a 1-0 lead in the first inning. With two outs Shawn Eickhorst was hit ·by a pitch. After stealing second base, Eickhorst scored on a double by Mike Piccolo. The Devils then tacked on a run in the third to assume a 2-0 advantage. Mike Trapani began the inning with a single, and moved to second on a wild pitch. Trapani 'trotted to third on a ground out by Mike DelVecchio, before scoring on a ground out by Tom Calistri. The score stayed that way until the ~ixth, when FDU-Florham plated another run to go ahead 3-0. DelVecchio singled and went to second 01) a Wilkes error. A double by Calistri would plate Del Vecchio. Wilkes responded with two runs in the seventh inning to slice into the Devils lead. Tyler Trutt led off with a single and stole second. Trutt then moved to third on a ground out and scored on a two-out single by Charles Hampton. Dave Morgan followed with a single to put runners on fi rst and second. Chris Caccavale then delivered an rbi-single that scored Hampton :_o make it 3-2. The Devils would add a single run in the seventh to jump out to a 4-2 lead. _Dave August walked and stole second. After a pop out for the first out of the inning, Jason Ahmed doubled to left field to score August. The Colonels, however, would score :hree runs in the eighth to take their first lead of the contest. Steve lmdorf led off with a single and advanced to second on a wild pitch. One out later, Trutt singled to score Imdorf and make it 4-3. Trutt then -stole both second and third base. As he .I was stealing third, the throw trying to nail him went into the outfield allowing him to score the tying run. Matt Midkiff then drew a walk and went to second on a wild pitch. fosh Turel flew out for the second out of the inning with Midkiff moving to third on . the play. After the Devils intentionally walked Hampton to put runners on first and ' third, Dave Morgan struck out swinging for what appeared to be the third out. However, the ball got away from the FDU-Florham catcher and Midkiff was able to score to give Wilkes a 5-4 lead. FDU-Florham then scored twice in their half of the eighth to regain the lead for good. With one out, Eickhorst drew a walk. Piccolo then popped out for the second out of the frame. August followed with a base on balls to set the stage for a two-run triple by Jim DaSilva that made it 6-5. Rei Green, who pitched two-thirds of an inning, was credited with the win for the Devils, while Mike Corvey, who tossed a perfect ninth, gained the save. FDUFlorham starter Chris Bartz pitched seven solid innings, allowing eight hits and two runs. Wilkes starter Mike Spotts pitched seven innings and allowed only six hits and four runs. Ryan Lobb, who came 011 to pitch the eighth, was tagged with the loss. FDU-F)prham had seven different players with a hit in the contest. Calistri, Piccolo and Ahmed each doubled, while DaSilva had the eighth inning triple. Trutt and Caccavale each had two hits for the Colonels, who had a 10-7 edge in hits in the contest. Wilkes stranded 13 runners in the contest, while the Devils left on four on the base paths. Become a Lifesaverl h, le. to be Ja1 re a1 an pa pr w ha st, th ha ini th he th, le, un Ia, de he Tt Donate Plasma that Is needed for mllllo~ of people each-year ... IBP! : Interstate Blood & Plast;na, Inc. 41 S. 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The Wilkes University women's lacrosse team has struggled throughout its fledgling stages for the past two years, yet through the players' leadership and motivation, they have certainly found success in small increments. To the women's lacrosse team, the win-loss category does not apply to how they measure improvement. To them, their program expands each day due to their leadership, due to the fact that each player understands that they are the future of lacrosse for Wilkes University, and this dedication shined as they rolled through a heartfelt win against Centenary College on Tuesday. Trailing 6-3 at halftime, the Lady Colonels rallied throughout the second stanza and were able to hold off Centenary for a I 0-9 victory. Four straight goals to start the second stanza gave Wilkes a 7-6 lead with . less than 12 minutes remaining. The first came from an unassisted goal off the stick of sophomore Melissa Quinn. That was followed by a goal by senior Danielle McDonald off an assist from sophomore Alicia Conner that moved Wilkes to take -the score to 6-5. Maria Currier then tied the contest with an unassisted goal. The Lady Colonels finally pulled ahead 7-6 as senior Sara Ciotoli notched in another unassisted goal. Centenary would tie the game at 7-7 just 27 seconds after Ciotoli's score when Nikola Henner scored unassisted with 11: 10 left in the game. The Cyclones were to regain the lead once again after another Henner goal with 9:01 left in the contest that to make it 8-7. After the goal by Henner, the Lady Colonels answered back and fought off their exhaustion with a three-goal outburst to take the lead for good. Freshman Lyndsay Asinelli knotted the game at 8-8 with an unassisted goal with 7:55 remaining on the clock. Quinn then scored an unassisted goal with 3:49 left to give the Lady Colonels a 9-8 advantage. Ciotoli scored the eventual gamewinning goal off an assist by Conner with l :38 left that gave Wilkes a 10-8 lead. Krystal McCullen would cut the lead to I0-9 with 22 seconds left with an unassisted goal for Centenary. Senior Kyla Campbell then won the battle for the ensuing draw control, and the Lady Colonels were able to run out the clock. With the win, Wilkes improved their inaugural varsity record to 3-10 overall. Freshman Carissa Lyons stopped nine shots and fellow freshman Cassie Malone had three saves to combine for the win in the net. Centenary goalkeeper Tina Pagano came up with 19 saves in a losing effort. Quinn had three goals to lead six different Wilkes goal scorers. Ciotoli had two goals and one assist, while McDonald added a pair of tallies. Conner had one goal and two helpers and both Asinelli and Maria Currier each scored once. The Beacon/Ryan Klemish Campbell, playing her T_l:!_e Lady Colonels finished their first varsity season last game for Wilkes, said with a win on Tuesday. "We definitely improved and fun to play with and for." since the first game of the season. If we Maria Currier, a major contributor of could play it all over again, I guarantee we'd the Lady Colonels' offense for much of the have many more wins. Coach D{Kristin season, also added, "What a great way to DiMarzo) taught us so much throughout end the season. The way we never gave up this season, and I wish it was longer." in this game and came back after being Campbell added, "Nothing compares to the down at halftime showed our determination feeling I have when playing lacrosse, and a and heart that has been the drive behind lot of that enthusiasm stems from Coach D. No teammates or coaches can come close to our improvement all season." the ones I had this year. They're amazing Shah Wraps Up Magical Season with Title BY KYLA CAMPBELL Beacon Staff Writer Sophomore Hassan Shah made school history when he became the firs t Wilkes University student to win the MAC men's tennis singles championship. Out of 15 schools from within the conference, two Wilkes University players took the spotlight, as Shah defeated fellow teammate, sophomore Madhim Srinivasan, in three sets (7-6, 4-6, 7-5) to capture the title. Shah won the first set 7-6, after overcoming a 4-2 deficit. Srinivasan was down in the second set, but then won five straight gmnes to win the set. Shah · appeared to be out of reach when he jumped to a 5-1 lead in the final set before Srinivasan fought back to tie at 5-5. Shah · broke Srinivasan's serve before serving out the last set for the win. "The best thing [about matching up against Hassan] was that no matter the outcome, Wilkes had won that day. There was no pressure to win and no embarrass- · ment from losing," said Srinivasan. "The hardest part was probably for the fans and Coach Leicht because they didn't know who to cheer on." "The finals match was a little different from others irrthat it was comfortable to play my own teammate, but at the same time I was uncomfortable because I didn't want to beat him," added Shah . The dynamic duo faced several tough opponents leading up to the finals matchup. Srinivasan, seeded fourth , faced Chris Hileman from Lebanon Valley College. Srinivasan needed three sets to knock off the defending champion and number-two seed, rallying from a set down. Shah, the number-three seed, played a mentally tough match against fifth-seeded Kevin Kolodgie from King's College. "His style of play isn't necessarily to win. It's just a defensiv·e style which gets frustrating," said Shah, who earned the 6-2, 6-3 semifinal victory. "The competition was harder than I expected," said Srinivasan. "But, I felt stronger and more fit than last year." "The competition was pretty difficul t throughout the whole match," added Shah. "Looking at our scores, however, it is obvious that our finals match was the toughest for both of us." There were several advantages and disadvantages for when the finals match stage was set for Colonels. "They practice with each other almost every day, so they know each other's games very well," said head coach Chris Leicht. "They are both fierce competitors, and they played such a great match." "Our friendship definitely helped with this entire situation because it makes Shah continued on page 18 �SPORTS 18 IVIAY , away with making fun of people in sports once every two weeks. Well, what was once_a funny article in INK has become a cult phenomenon. People read this article and somehow since tlien he has become like they do Revelations in the Bible; I get worse ... Shaq was a jerk then and he is a girls showing me their boobs, saying, "How jerk now ... This columnist didn't care who LOW & OUTSIDE do you wanna go?" It won the Stanley Cup. Still don't ... I was the has been great. With all the perks this funniest man I knew. Still am ... And so we article has come with, I will really miss have come to the end of the road (actually writing this thing, and after six years of just to the end ofmy smart-ass jokes) ... service, I will really miss Wilkes And yes, my friends and enemies, University ... this is the last of your favorite columnist's Wilkes has taught me so many things, column. Prior to today, I told myself I I have met so many great people and I . wasn't going to write one like this, but the would like to thank those individuals (in hell with myself. I'm giving myself what I some cases animals) and mention some of want. I started this thing my senior year as the things this experience has taught me, part of the INK experiment (most of you like: how to go days upon days without kids don't even know what INK is or was). I sleep and with a lot of alcohol ... Sometimes figured I was a big enough jerk, with a big a shampoo can do more than just wash enough mouth that I could actually get your hair ... The walk of shame is really a walk of accomplishment ... Not everything is smokeable ... You can learn many important lessons from The Muppet Show .. . been a part of their careers, Shah and Nobody really knows what Grimace is .. . Srinivasan, as well as Leicht, are looking Snufalufagus was Big Bird's imaginary forward to the possibility of national friend ... Midgets are funny ... A sun dial will recognition in the future, as well as never last on a college campus ... Cheaters continued success within the conference. never win, unless they get away with it "Both Hassan and Mud could play ... The Greenway is green less than half of Division I tennis. They chose to come to the time ... Mustaches are really funny ... Wilkes mainly for academic reasons," And no matter how much you complain commented Leicht. "These two guys have about this school, you know you love it unbelievable talent, and I am very fortunate and this was a great choice ... to have both of them on our team. They are And the people that made it possible role models both on and off the court." & Outside BYDAVIDDiMARTINO Beacon Staff Writer This is my going out party-and Iowa St. b-ball coach Larry Eustachy is bringing the beer and the chicks ... I keep seeing this "Rome is Burning" preview on ESPN and I hope that it is actually a show where they set that horse's butt on fire. The man is famous because he called former Rams QB Jim Everett, "Chris Everett" and Jim proceeded to beat him up on set. The fact that he keeps getting jobs gives me tremendous confidence about my future ... Some things never change. When. I started this article I made numerous jokes about how bad Bill Walton was as an announcer Shah Continued from page 17 competition more fun and enjoyable rather than stressful," commented Srinivasan. 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Thank You for Your PatlEncc �MAY 1, 2003 19 SPORTS Athletes of the Year Continued from page 15 Sophomore Outstanding Athletes Andrea DeMaranville, basketball Finished with 14.3 points and 5.8 rebounds per contest for the Lady Colonels, starting all but one of their. 25 games ... Led the team in scoring nine times and rebounding twice ... Had a Lady Colonels' season-high 31 points in a win over FDU-Florham Rex Harris, wrestling Completed his breakthrough season with an overall record of 35-5 and an MAC "individual title at 174, while earning Outstanding Wrestler.honors ... Conference title earned him a spot in the Division III NCAA Championships ... Won 23 consecutive matches during the last weeks of the seasori, including the MAC tournament Rex Harris Andrea DeMaranville Freshman Outstanding Athletes Rena Bolin, soccer and basketball Recorded 14 goals and an assist in just 14 games for head coach John Sumoski. Finished first in the Freedom Conference in goals per game (1.00) and second in points per game (2.07) ... Averaged 12.1 points per game and 3.3 steals per game before going down with a season-ending basketball injury Rashawn Pressley, basketball Averaged 8.3 points per game and finished tied for third on the team in rebounds per contest (4.4) as a point guard ... Exploded in the second half of the season, reaching doublefigures in scoring six times, including a season-high 22 points in a loss to King's Rena Bolin Rashawn Pressley Beacon Athlete of the Week Hassan Shah, Tennis ·d ) ) J 0 :s s, '5 iO ;o The sophomore outlasted teammate and fellow sophomore Madhan "Mud" Srinivasan in an all Wilkes University Middle Atlantic Co.nference Championship nnnnnnnnnnnn n n Z caSh for ~?ur .Z n compact iIASc.S n nn nn so 50 5 50¢ ,sh to TlmE. Kevin Kolodgie of King;s College and seventh-ranked Julian Fuller of Drew University en route to becoming the first Wilkes University tennis player to win a MAC singles championship. Shah is a Biology/Pre-Med major from Orwigsburg, PA. www.musicalenergi.cpm also buying & selling: DVDS•VHS VIDEO GAMES RECORDS TAPES ... ;o match on Saturday afternoon at the Kingston Indoor Racquet Club. Shah, who was the tournament's No. 3 seed, held off a Srinivasan rally late in the third set before picking up the decisive 7-5 win. Shah also defeated fifth-seeded •fl in ... •fl · lddUS/Cfil ENERGI 59 north mai~ street • wil~barre • 829-2929 in n POSTERS I /~~~~ . n n n nnnnnnnnnnnn best sel~ction best prices _ , cool gifts Director of lntramurals Corby Swan presents the basketball championship trophy to G-Unit, after their 57-51 victory over the Has Beens. �Today, May 1 Blood Drive: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Genetti's Presentation by Dr. Che Baysinger: 2 p.m., Capin 103 Friday, May 2 Diversity of Life Mural: 4-6 p.m., SLC 379 Parking Applications Due: Public Safety Office Final Exams Begin: 8 a.m., Above, "A Midnight Breakfast" was held Wednesday at midnight in an attempt to support studerits prior to the start of final exams. Below, Adventures in Science, a learning experience for elementary students, was held last Friday, April 25. The Beacon/Kristin Hake Saturday, May 3 No Events Scheduled: Sunday, May 4 No Events Scheduled: Monday, May 5 Cash for Books: 9 a.m., WU Bookstore Tuesday, May 6 No Events Schuduled: Wednesday, May 7 No Events Schuduled: The Beacon/Mick Jenkins Wilkes-Barre Weekly Weather 42/29 TODAY 52/38 FRIDAY 62/44 SATURDAY 63/48 SUNDAY 61/49 54/41 MONDAY TUESDAY 47/31 WEDNESDAY The Beacon welcotnes notices of events ... publicize, it's free ! .. Post your event by visiting ~ww.wilkesbeacon.com or email wilkesbeacon@hotmail.cdfti jl 2 ·= � 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 2003 May 1st Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 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/bef536ceec2529604358ce085ad063a1.pdf 2af6250e0d0c1ec5cc8fba91f2d7703b PDF Text Text A pril 10, 2003 Volume 55 Issue 21 www. wilkesbeacon .con, THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Scholar, Teacher, and Ad01inistrator: Dr. Lennon to Retire · Students sorry to see professor leave full-tim e teaching BY GINGER ESLICK Beacon Correspondent y to Students describe him as a "great teacher" and "excellent explainer." Many people have said that the influence he has had on them is so great it is difficult to put it all into words. Dr. J. Michael Lennon, Professorof English, began his career at Wilkes University in January of 1992 as the Vice President of Academic Affairs. He served in this position for nine years. Thr~e years ago Lennon returned to his first love: teaching English courses. This May will end Lennon's full-time career at Wilkes; however, he will still be seen on campus teaching part-time. Lennon's accomplishments at Wilkes are great, although he is reticent to give himself too much cred it for what he has done. He describes himself as leading a divided life, always trying to marry his love for literature with what he has done as an administrator. Lennon's most memorable role at Wilkes was working to create the pharmacy program. "This was a major coup for Wil kes and it happened on my watch," said Lennon . Twenty five million dollars had to be borrowed, deans and department chairs had to be hired, the curriculum had to be approved by the faculty, and the program had to be sold to the Board of Trustees. "This was really a big deal, and it was the first doctorate to be offered in Northeastern Pennsylvania," Lennon explained. Lennon is quick to credit others who helped with the program. He said that the late Dean Umid Nejib should get the most credit, but others, such as Dean of the Nesbitt School of Pharmacy Dr. Bernie Graham, and Dr. Arthur Kibbe, Chairperson/ Professor of Pharmaceutical Studies, had a lot to do with making the program a success. "I have worked very hard on personnel issues, and I am very proud of the work I did there, for example hiring people like Dean Graham, who is the Dean of Pharmacy," commented Lennon. Lennon acknowledges that he can't take credit for being the sole person to do the hiring, but he says that he did have his hand in who was hired. Lennon also helped create the Shelburne Telecommunications Center. He was involved with many areas of the studio such as fundraising, and convincing others to see that the studio would be a valuable asset to Wi lkes. He considers the studio to be "a great success." Lennon has been invloved with other areas of Wilkes University, not just the hiring of deans and faculty members. In addition to hi s role as an administrator, Lennon has also tackled the challenge of being a well-respected English professor. "From the time I was an undergraduate I knew I was going to be an English major and I knew that I wanted to teach English," stated Lennon . Lennon's passion was driven by his great love of the magic of literature. He sees literature as enjoyable and as an explainer of _ life. "I have always felt that fiction, even though it is made up, really gives us greater insight into reality, especially contemporary real ity," he said. Prior to his career at Wilkes, Lennon was an administrator at the University oflllinois for twenty years. He has also worked as a publisher of a magazine, a manager of a public radio station and a public television station, and he has created two documentaries for PBS. One documentary was about James Jones, who wrote the novel From Here To Eternity, and the other documentary was about Abraham Lincoln. Lennon's primary interest is in American Literature. His pri nciple The Beacon/Kristin Hake focus has been on the work of Norman Mailer. Dr. J . Michael Lennon, Professor of English , will Mailer is and American retire after 11 years at Wilkes. author who, like Lennon has his hands in Lennon describes himself as Mailer's many baskets. Mailer writes fiction , non"archiv ist, one of his literary executors." fiction, has been described as a journalist Lennon has written five books on Mailer. and a historian. Lennon describes Mailer Lennon' final class that he is teaching as, "an explainer of American life." Mailer as a full-time professor at Wilkes is a has covered many great events over the Norman Mailer seminar. "We are working last fifty years such as, men landing on the on an edition of his letters that he wrote in moon, Mohammed Ali winning the heavyLennon weight box championship, and the women's i ff f,: c_o_n_t_in_u_e_d_ o_n_p_a_g_e_8________ ..::li:.:b..:: e .:..: ra.:..:t.:..:io:..:.n;.:m.:..:..:.o_ve.:..:m .:..:..:. en :..:.t:..:.._ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ Rocking the Vote at Wilkes BY STEVE KEMBLE · Beacon Staff Writer On April 3, at nine o'clock in Barre Hall, there was a voters registration program presented to students from around the campus. Jim Harrington, Lecturer for Department of Visual and Performing Arts, presented the program. The main goal of the program was to encourage students to vote, and registration forms were provided to the Resident Assistants after the program was over. There were between 30 and 40 students who attended. The beginning of the program was used to talk about some issues concerning new voters and voters who aren't from the Wilkes-Barre area. The registration deadline is April 20 for the primary elections, and students were told that there are various parties for which they can register. However, Harrington noted, "You can't vote in the primary elections if you register as an independent," said Harrington. For those who do not live in the Wilkes-Barre area during the election, which takes place on May 20, students can still register to vote by using a Wilkes address Vote continued on page 4 Index: >AY e! The Beacon/Kristin Hake Many pharmacy students learned-about their future profession at the Pharmacy Fair, held Tuesday in the Student Union Ballroom. News ............................................ 1-5 Editorial. ......................................... 6 Features ....................................... 7:-9 Arts & Entertainment. ............ 10-11 Sports ...................................... 12-15 Calendar.......... :............................. 16 �APRIL 10, 2003 2 Campus Efforts ~im to Support Troops BY JON DAVIES Beacon Correspondent One roll of toilet paper... 89 cents. One pack of bubble gum ...65 cents. Sparing these trivial grocery store items to support American troops overseas ... priceless. For the past week Wilkes students and faculty may have noticed collection boxes scattered throughout the campus. As many pass them by wondering, "Who is asking for donations this time?" there is a student in her dorm sorting through the few items she has received that day. That student is Francine Johanson, a senior Business major at Wilkes. The donations are for the American troops fighting the war in Iraq. Johanson took it upon herself one day to start a donation drive for the troops. The idea came from her mother, who is involved in a similar drive with the SPCA in the Poconos. Johanson is working in conjunction with the Red Cross, who will be making sure the troops receive the donations. "Francine is a very active studeht. She decided to do this out of the goodness of her heart," said Gretchen Yeninas, DirectorofResidence life at Wilkes~ · Johanson has placed collection boxes in Residence Life, Slark Leaming Center and Breiseth Hall, as well as the Dorothy Dixon Darte Center and well as in most of the residence halls. As for what items Johanson is asking people to donate, there is a very long list including assorted hard candies, sweetened drink mixes, any toiletry items, sunscreen, sunglasses, batteries and The Box Beacon 111 books, to name a few. "We're not asking for money," Johanson said. "Most of the things on the list can be found at the dollar store." Johanson, however, does not expect people to run out to the grocery store and fill up their carts with the listed items. "If you only donate one thing, you've helped," Johan.son said. To this point the collection has been a meager success. Although Johanson Francine Johanson is hoping students give to the has received a couple of troops overseas, fighting for Iraqi freedom. donations from friends, relatives, and a few .students, matter how you feel about the war there is "It hasn't been overwhelming," she said. still something you can do to help those Johanson admits to becoming who do not have a choice in the matter. addicted to the television news coverage of Like Francin·e Johanson, the members the war, but she says, "I try not to watch; of the Commuter Council have also put sometimes it's just too depressing." together a collection drive for the troops The daily reports of more American overseas. troops dying in battle is where Johanson Council President Lindsey Wotanis, gets her inspiration to continue with her whose cousin is serving in Iraq, has asked efforts to help. With the war closing in on students to donate candy, toiletries, and its 20th day, Johanson feels that it is about even letters. time to show some respect for our men and Wotanis said,"I think it would be nice women in the armed forces. For Johanson, for them to hear from college students, that is what this donation drive is all about: since many of the students are very close "Patriotism, support, and respect." in age." Despite the current lack of donations, Donations collected by the_council Johanson remains optimistic that Wilkes will be mailed directly to Wotanis's cousin. students and members of the community "He will then distribute the items to will come through and show their support. Troops She also wants to remind people how young many of the soldiers are, and that no continued on page S 10,000 free frequent fly.er miles Get The Beacon in your lnbox from United Airlines jus1: for gra.d uatiiig? Re$1•t>lir ~ on otU ·webatte and ■ litOmatJcally rec8JV& atn Email Edition of the pape, ·Willi f!ttlety new 1uue. Headline .Nawa • Coll9 Sparta • Campn Calendat l.oclll'I Wflth;or • DIPy HOiroROPIJ Wilkes University 192 South Franklin St. Hollenback Hall Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 E-mail: wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com Staff Managing Editor Marcus Sowcik Editorial Board Chair Dennis Ferenchick Asst. Opinion Editor Amanda Darbenzio News Editor Gabe LeDonne Asst. News Editor Joseph DeAngelis Asst. News Editor Gabrielle Lamb Features Editor Bridget Giunta Asst. Features Editor Kristen Bradigan A&E Editor Jessica Skutac}f Asst. A&E Editor Raphael Cooper Sports Editor Kevin Sickle Asst. Sports Editor · J.J. Hanson Photo/Graphics Editor Kristin Hake Asst. Photo/Graphics Editor Mick Jenkins Online Editor Mike Burke Advertising and Business Manager Dave Grasso Faculty Advisor Andrea Breemer Frantz Background Info * Established in 1944 * Member of the Pennsylvania Newspaper Association * Printed on Thursdays; with the exception of holidays Vlliil gradzone ~ ....-11~!11,.-.,...!Jrl'klt-.-:tdii;:II • r.-r-..i fl)'!!<,....., 'i/,i<,,11,,.1 ~w ~ti!~~~ •,vw.tm~t,i: ~k .,,,_ . . J • ~ 4 ~ #>:j: •:t1Xti: www.wilkesbeacon.com * 1,500 papers distributed weekly �APRIL 10, 2003 3 NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL News Briefs Courtesy of the Associated Press Scholarships, trips, cars await freed POW when she returns to U.S. W. Va. (AP)-When rescued POW Jessica Lynch finally comes home, she'll get more than just a party. College scholarships, a trip to Hawaii, new cars and cash are just some of the gifts waiting for her. . "Everybody has been wonderful," said Wirt County Assessor Debbie Hennen, who has coordinated fund-raisers for Lynch since March 23, when her 507th Maintenance Company convoy was ambushed in southern Iraq. . Last week's news -t hat the 19-year-old private from tiny Palestine, W. Va., was rescued from an Iraqi hospital in a daring raid by American commandos brought even more donations. As of Tuesday, an account opened for Lynch contained more than $4,000. Various fund-raisers, from car washes to pig roasts, have raised another $4,900. A local.Wal-Mart has pledged another $1,000. · . A Parkersburg man has made T-shirts for Hennen to sell that say, "Welcome home Jessi, the pride of Wirt County and the world." Lynch, who is in a military hospital in Germany recuperating from a head wound, a spine injury and broken bones, could be flown to the United States next week. Lynch joined the Army to earn money to attend college so she can become a kindergarten teacher. Now, she will have her pick of schools. · Gov. Bob Wise has guaranteed a full scholarship for Lynch to attend any state school she chooses. Marshall and West Virginia universities have also offered scholar~ ships, as have Liberty College in Lynchburg, Va., and Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge.La. . • A Parkersburg Toyota dealership has offered to give Lynch a new car, any color she wants. At least three other dealerships have made similar offers. Lynch's dream to visit Hawaii prompied the Maui News, a sister newspaper of the Parkersburg News and Sentinel, to offer Lynch, her parents, brother and sister an al1expenses-paid trip to the islands. The Parkersburg paper also sought help from Yeager Airport in Charleston. · Third case of suspected SARS reported in N .J. TRENTON, N.J. (AP)-A third case of the mysterious flu-like illness th!\t has spread romAsia to North America and killed at least 101 people has been reported in New Jersey. State health officials said Tuesday that a 36-year-old woman from southern New ersey is hospitalized in stable condition with a possible case of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). · The woman went to a hospital in Pennsylvania on March 31 after she experienced ~ oughing, muscle soreness and other symptoms associated with SARS. She was still ospitalized in stable condition Tuesday. . The symptoms arose after she returned from a trip to Asia, officials said. Tests to etermine if she has SARS were sent to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 36-year-old woman had the state's first suspected case of the illness. She recovered and was released from the hospital on March 17. The second suspected case involved a 30-year-old woman and was rep~rted on arch 30. She was never hospitalized and is recovering. Both of those women also recently traveled to Asia. The World Health Organization as recommended that all but essential travel to Hong Kong and the Guangdong Province f China be postponed. Nudists' dilemma: to stay gated or go guer:rilla? ISSAQUAH, Wash. (AP)- None of Allan Arnold's.neighbors batted an eye when he took out his garbage one recent sunny morning, wearing nothing but gold-rimmed glasses and his shoes. He lives in Forestia, a remote, gated nudist park in this east Seattle suburb, where no one sees anyone's birthday suit by accident. "We do our best not to get in people's faces," Sharon Anderson, Arnold's wife and a longtime resident of Forestia, told the Seattle Post-Intelligencer for a story Monday. Members of the Body Freedom Cooperative have a different take on the subject. They feel nudists should be able to do their thing in public places and plan to flout anti-nudity rules in a push for clothing-optional beaches at local parks. "We're pushing the envelope in what I think is a good way," said Mark Storey, a founding member of Body Freedom. . So far, the group has staged one public prank. Storey and two others went skinnydipping at Luther Burbank Park on Mercer Island, site of the King County park system headquarters, to signal their "commitment to bringing clothing-free opportunities on public lands closer to the people of the cities." More stunts are expected. There's talk of a "mass nude photo shoot" at the Washington Park Arboretum in Seattle this spring and random in-the-buff neighborhood cleanups. As Saddain' s regiine cruinbles, his portraits topple, too downtown Baghdad, U.S. forces felled a statue of Saddam in his beret, leaving it lying in a concrete gutter, face down like an inebriated college student. Such efforts are not simply exuberance, military planners say. They're part of good strategy. "Any picture or effigy of Saddam Hussein we have viewed as a legitimate target in order to achieve a psychological effect, basically to encourage the local people that this figure of their oppression is no longer the great strength he was," Col. Chris Vernon, spokesman for British forces, said Tuesday in Kuwait City. Saddam has encouraged, even ordered his legend-building over the years and made sure nothing got in the way. Insulting the president, for example, has NASIRIYAH, Iraq (AP)-He made an icon out of himself over the years, systematically imposing his face on murals, statues, endless portraits across the land he ruled. Now, as Saddam Hussein's regime crumbles, the Iraqi president's images are.falling, too. The instigators are twofold: U.S. military forces and, at times, Iraqis themselves. Sometimes they do it together. "Every time we tear down a picture of Saddam, they cheer," said Peter McAleer, the commander of Echo Company of the 15th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit. The 15th is helping to hold Nasiriyah, a key crossIf you can decapitate the head and the brains of roads for any organization, you're 90 percent of the way supplies and there. military personnel - Col. Chris Vernon heading north Spokesman for British Forces to Baghdad. Just a been a capital offense in Iraq. few days ago in Nasiriyah, a huge · But he has also denied he is the statue of Saddam gazed down upon engineer of his own myth . motorists entering town. Now, after a Speaking to Kuwaiti reporters in 1983, two-week battle won by invading U.S.when his personality cult was already in full led forces, the enormous concrete pedestal stands empty. Everywhere in this city, U.S. Marines are pulling down images of Saddam, with residents often joining in . Across Iraq, it's the same story: Sweeps across the landscape by the U.S.-led coalition are followed by attacks on his unremittingly ubiquitous face. U.S. forces have used guns and spray paint, hatchets and fresh coats of latex and even explosives. In one case, it took only a simple renaming: American forces did that last week when they took over Saddam International Airport. In the port ofUmm Qasr,just across the border from Kuwait, tiled portraits of Saddam are coming down piecemeal-apparently at the hands of Iraqis-and the main picture welcoming drivers to town has been painted over. Elsewhere in southern Iraq, Marines have hauled down metal Saddam billboards by rigging winch chains to them and pulling. In the north, in Kurdish-controlled Qadir Karam, just abandoned by Iraqi forces, a picture of Saddam waving heartily to his people has a red "X" scrawled through it. And on Monday, in swing, Saddam insisted the cµlt wasn't of his own making - proving, he asserted,.that it was for real. "If the case we are talking about were not truly genuine, people would not tolerate it for more than six months at most, after which it would be thrown overboard," he said at the time. Today, by all indications, it is being thrown overboard. "You use your military means to achieve a psychological effect," said Vernon, the British spokesman. "If you can decapitate the head and'the brains of any organization, you're 90 percent of the way there." �NEWS APRIL 10 2003 tIS Journalists to Visit Wilkes for 3rd Annual Conference Y JOSEPH DeANGELIS eacon Assistant News Editor This Friday the next Sam Donaldson · Peter Jennings, or the future generation's lien Goodman may be as close as the rand Ballroom of the Henry Student enter. The third annual Tom Bigler High chool Journalism Conference, sponsored y the Wilkes University Communication tudies department, will welcome regional igh school students to campus to investiate the possibilities in modem communicaon professions. But this year there are going to be a :w changes to the structu re of the )nference. As has been true of previous ears, the conference will again welcome a ariety of media professionals in print, roadcast, public relations, and design to ffer plenary sessions ·to the visiting udents. However, an important addition > the conference structure includes handsn workshops in which the high school .udents from across the local area will now e able to participate. Dr. Andrea Frantz, coordinator of the rnrnalism Conference and Assistant rofessor of Communication Studies, added 1c hands-on workshops to the list of lcnary sessions-which already included thirteen media experts-to guarantee the participating 220 high school students from 20 area high schools an opportunity to actually experiment. Some of the new hands-on workshops offered for participants include: The Art of Radio Broadcasting in which students will see how a radio show works; Making TV News in the Shelburne Telecommunications Studio, where students will practice in front of and behind the cameras; a mock press conference, in which Media Relations Manager, Mark Davis, will lead students in a simulation of a local health crisis; and a public relations session that encourages participants to help develop a new public identity for a semi-pro sports team. Lindsey Wotainis, a sophomore Communications Studies major is the student coordinator for the conference and has put in countless hours of work in its organization. She has high hopes for this year's conference. "I think it's going to go really well," she said. "We have a lot of.interesting speakers and we have hands-on sessions, which I think are-going to go well." She also believes that students will enjoy working handson . This year's keynote speaker is Ms. Linda Thurman, President of Digital Window Media Inc. and is a visiting communications professor at Wilkes. Thurman came to Wilkes from Los Angeles, CA in January to serve as the Bigler Chair for the semester. Her area of -expertise is integrated media and how technology affects media messages. In her keynote address Friday she_plans to look forward into the future of mass communications. "The topic that I have chosen is called 'And Now... Reporting from the Holodeck.' So it's about the future of news and how technology is going to create even more realistic news gathering and delivery of news. Right now were seeing that with the war with Iraq [ with] embedded reporters," Thurman said. "Eventually we will be actually be able to see, smell, and feel what's going on. "However, this new kind of technology does have its limits for the viewers." Thurman reassured. "The.other part of it is we will have more control over the media that comes into our lives because we'll have more of an ability to filter and control what we get." Thurman will be speaking in the HSC Ballroom at 9:00 to start off the day. Throughout the day, students will also attend plenary sessions with media pratictioners such as Beth Saulnier, freelance journalist and novelist; Dave Pingalore, sports anchor for WNEP-tv; Clare Parkhurst, Owner of B lacksheep Advertising; and Bill Bova, Vice President for PCN Cable Network. The day will wrap up with awards for the annual high school newspaper contest which was judged this year by Frantz, Jim Gittens, editor of the Citizens' Voice, and Joe Butkiewicz, editor of the Times Leader. 0 YOU-REALLY WANT 0 BE RESPONSIBLE FOR TURNING A TREE INTO A BUNCH OF OV'ERDUE NOTICES? Commuter Lounge Now Open Students are enjoying the newly opened commuter lounge. The grand opening was held on April 3, and the lounge is open to all students. Vote Continued from page 1 Learning to mana;ia vour finances and avoid dafa1ult on :vour student Iott., c.an !mp!"QW.,, your QV~ilY ot· me-. Ftndl out two,w to manage debt and lave comfortably within yourme,.nt a.t ttie onllfle &aura for ~rnart .tudtents. PJ!lfJI& ~- - and also requesting an absentee ballot. Another main focus of the program was educating students about the mayoral election. Students voiced some of thf;!ir concern s such as "parking," "nothing to do," "safety issues," and "the downtown area," all of which the mayor has and had an impact on. "I live downtown across the street from the big hole that was supposed to be movie theatres," said Harrington, "Everyday I walk past it and it's stressing and embarrassing." There will be a debate for all of the candidates running for mayor held here at Wilkes. The debate will be held on Thursday, April 24th in room 101 at the Stark Leaming Center. All students are encouraged to attend the debate and will be allowed to ask questions. Harrington also add ressed that probably the next most important election was for county commissioner. He said there would be a debate for all ten of those candidates about a week after the mayoral debate. Harrington stressed the fact that a neighbor to Wilkes University is running for county commissioner by the name of Todd Vonderheid . "He has lots of energy and lots of experience and wants to see things get done right around this area," said Harrington. Drew Amoroso, a freshman English major, voiced some of his op· ions at the program as well. "It doesn't take long to do it (register to vote), five minutes to fill out a form and ten minutes to vote. A small thing like that can have a big impact." "A few people this size could have a huge impact, I mean ten people could swing an election like this," added Amoroso. ha �APRIL 10 2003 NEWS 5 Recent Wilkes Alum Dies in Car Accident BY LINDSEY WOTANIS Beacon Staff Writer that she'll cherish most. "I remember eating BLTs and drinking Lisa (Mumin) Tomillo graduated from cherry cokes in the Student Union [with Wilkes University in May of200 I, excited to Tomillo] and discussing everything from set out on her life's journey. On April I, her the previous night's Student Government meeting to what types of houses we were journey was cut tragically short. ·• Tomillo, 23, died Tuesday, April 1, from going to own when we grew up," rememinjuries sustained in an automobile accident. bered Alferio. Tomillo, formerly of Clarks Summit, graduDean Barbara King was also stunned ated from Wilkes University in 2001 with a by the tragic loss. King is the advisor for degree in English and the Commuter Council, Secondary Education. While and had the opportunity to work closely with at Wilkes, Tomillo held the position of Commuter Tomillo, getting to know her very well. King Council President during her described Tomillo as a senior year. Upon graduation, Tomillo was employed steadfast individual, as a I 0th grade teacher for always willing to defend her views. In her time as the Pleasant Valley School District. She married Ronald Commuter Council President, Tomillo began J. TomilloonAugust 10, to reorganize the student 2002, residing in East parking process. Stroudsburg. "I knew Lisa since Those who knew the beginning of her Tomillo felt the tremendous freshman year at Wilkes. gravity of this tragic loss. It was always obvious she JessicaAlferio, a 2002 Wilkes would be working her way graduate, was a best friend up to a leadership to Tomillo. Alferio described Lisa (Murnin) 'fomilo position. She had Tomillo as a selfless, energetic woman with a positive attitude boundless energy, and always saw the best in everyone," said King. towards life. "She [Tomillo] always said that Not only was Tomillo an excellent leader, but also an excellent student. Dr. everything happened for a reason. She Darin Fields, chairperson of the Humanities always put everyone first and always Department at Wilkes and advisor/teacher thought of herself last. She really had a to Tomillo, was deeply saddened by heart of gold," said Alferio. Tomillo's passing. With tears welling in his Alferio recalled some of her most eyes, Dr. Fields recalled memories of a treasured memories with Tomillo, stating young woman who was uncertain of herself that, in retrospect, it will be the little things No Love Free Platmed Parenthood Brand Coodoms Avatlallile in .fhe Health Servkes Walti1g Rm Get free pai:kels ·ai!h 2 Pk..-t'lned Parenthood brand condoms~ instrui:h-On s and info. en emergency contfaceptlan [EC) irnrn -your RA or mthe Health Services 1Naiting Rm. Taken JA'ithin 72 rurs. of unprotected intrercc11trse. EC sigr.ifican1ly redw:;es thrfr risk of pregnanc:t A~•a:iktl le at Planned Parenthood health ~nters 63 N~ Franklhl St., Wilket-Ban-e 570-824-8921 ~lso irt Ser~ Iller, 8 Hazleton , 1-80:J~2lv-PlAN 'n'1w1, ppnep,org 0 at the start of her college career, but who was transformed into a driven, passionate woman and student. "Lisa was a prime example of the reason for Wilkes' existence. She wasn't the type of student who just got through college. She transformed, as a person and as a student. What I cherish about the memory of Lisa is where she began and where she ended up. ~t was as if she started with her light off but once she was able turn that light on, suddenly she was a presence. She is not going to be easily forgotten," said Fields. During.her brief stay at Wilkes, and her much too short time in our world, Tomillo was able to touch the lives of many, leaving many to wonder what she might have accomplished had she not been stolen away so soon-too soon. But as Ralph Waldo Emerson stated: "It is not the length of life, but the depth of life." Those who knew Tomillo would agree that although her life was shortened by tragedy, the depth of her life was immeasurable. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lisa Tomillo Scholarship Fund, c/o ~the Pleasant Valley School District, Route 209, Brodheadsville, 18322. Surveying the Situation acilities seeks input from custodial consultants BY STEVE KEMBLE Beacon Staff Writer was unable to pinpoint any specific problems that the residence halls have, but he said, "I know I have mechanical issues, On Wednesday, March 26, consultcleanliness issues, and structural issues, ants visited Wilkes University to assess but not to what degree." The organizations the residence halls and kick off the tenthat are being brought in will give specifics year plan initiated by facilities manageneeded to go about and correct the ment. The group of consultants were with · problems. He said, '.'It's easy to go around and a company called Core Management, a custodial service and consulting organiza- say this building needs spruced up; well in what way? Is it better to renovate, upgrade, tion. They examined the overall function or build a new building? These surveys will and allocation of resources and did an give us a road map of what to do in the · evaluation of the space and how it future." · corresponds with custodial responsibiliGretchen Yeninas, director of ties. Residence Life, did have some insight to "They were looking to drive down what some of the focus would be from the the cleaning necessities that we need in maintenance aspect. "They are going to regards to the management of personnel, redo a few roofs on the buildings to prevent equipment, and supplies and resources," leaks and continue working on some said John Burke, Director of Facilities and Capital Planning. . plumbing projects in various bathrooms around the campus this summer," said It was the first phase of the initial facilities survey with the second phase to Yeninas. These· surveys and the work that will begin this week. The consultants will then come from them are very necessary look at all of the plumbing functions, according to Yeninas and Burke. "Some of electrical functions, structural issues and the halls have started deteriorating and its aesthetics. time to start looking at what needs to be The survey done two weeks ago was just the beginning. "Core was doing a done to get them fixed and get a priority list functionality survey, not a quality survey, made up for which needs the most improvements," said Yeninas. which will come in next with the facilities Students also seem to have a concern piece in regards to aesthetics and about their living quarters on campus. maintenance," said Burke. Timothy Millard, a senior Communication "It was basically a comprehensive Studies major and resident of Slocumb Hall, survey which will enable us to get our arms around the overall functions from the said, "They definitely need to look at the aesthetics of the rooms'. Take my room for custodial side,''. said Burke. Burke is looking to hear back from Core in the next example; it has worn, dirty ,brown carpet and drab white paint on the walls." few weeks with the results. Along with the carpet and walls, What will come out of the results Millard thinks it would be a good idea to from the first survey is that the housecheck the windows, too, because when he keepers will have specialized schedules was a freshman his window was "single that derive from those studies, and pained and very drafty." facilities will be able to apply the proper "When students return in the fall numberpf ~rsonnel to the appropriate they should definitely be able to see some space. chargesthat have taken effect," said Burke Referring to, the next survey; Burke !""'" ' ''• Troops Continued from page 2 the men and women in his unit," said Wotanis. Collection boxes for the Commuter Council's drive can be found in the new ·commuter lounge in the lower level of Conyngham Hall. As for the expected amount of donations Wotanis said, "I don'1 expect a huge number, but just enough to send a few decent sized boxes." · �EDITORIAL > [fog of War: In the Heat of Battle Anything Goes In the fog of war many ings people would consider ,palling during a time of peace II by the wayside in the name security. That fog was evidenced in 1 article written by British urnalist Mark Franchetti called ,laughter at the Bridge of eath" March 31. In the article, ·anchetti reported on the vilian dead he encountered on e road leading out of the ,uthern town of Nasiriya. Franchetti wrote: "Some i vehicles, including a minivan 1d a couple of trucks,-blocked e road. They were riddled with illet holes. Some had caught re and turned into piles of ack twisted metal. Others were ill burning. Amid the wreckage ;ounted 12 dead civilians, ing in the road or in nearby tches. All had been trying to ave this southern town 1ernight, probably for fear of !ing killed by US helicopter tacks and heavy artillery. Their 1istake had been to flee over a ridge that is crucial to the >alition's supply lines and to m into a group of shell1ocked young American ari nes with orders to shoot 1ything that moved." Some of e dead included Iraqi children. achetti went on to quote merican soldiers who told him at they had orders to fire !cause of threats of suicide car )mbings in the area. Despite 1e outcome, the threat seemed , indicate "kill or be killed." Over the past three weeks mericans have read and seen :ports such as Franchetti's that I clearly indicate civilians are ying in Icaq. How can we as vilized human beings rationale the slaughter of innocent 1man beings? War changes our sense of rong and right. Even on the )me front our perception of hat is going on in Iraq is far fferent from what our percep:>n would have been a year ~o. War, by its very nature !sensitizes us. This is the only ay those fighting can rationale their actions and survi ve. It also the only way those of us !re at home can rationalize :cepting the death that 1evitably occurs. An unnamed US Army >lone! from the 3rd Infantry ivision wrote an e-mail to FOX :>litical commentator Bill 'Reilly that was later reprinted1April 7 edition of The Daily 0 News . In the e-mail, the colonel clearly articulates the mindset that soldiers must maintain in order to ensure success on the battlefield. The e-mail read in part: "We have probably killed close to I 0,000 Iraqi soldiers. We are continually sniped at and receive periodic mortar fire. Bottom line, they shootthey die. Every American soldier is getting a chance to engage and kill the enemy. "Iraq has these maniacs, death squad guys called Saddam Fedayeen, DGS forces, IIS and Baath party forces that we spend most of our day killing. They continuously make suicidal charges at our tanks, Bradley fighting vehicles, and checkpoints. We are happy to send them to hell. You would not believe the carnage, imagine body parts about knee Takingbife Seriously Beacon Editorial The ideas and . positions expressed in the editorial are those of the Editorial Board which is comprised of Managing Editor, Editorial Board Chair, News Editor, Features Editor, Arts an4 . Enter~ tainment Editor, ,Sports Editor, and Photo and Graphics J;ditor deep, with hundreds of Iraqi vehicles burning, occupants inside. We fill up trucks with body parts daily. The plan is goi ng exactly as scripted. The news is full of sh--. We have almost total control. Don't know how much longer the division can keep up this pace, but we are prepared to do it." The soldier who wrote the email to O'Reilly clearly illustrates that trusting to "normality" in war can get you killed. In the heat of battle, it is clear that the U.S. soldiers can't trust the Iraqi people. The car bombs will attest to that. In war, greater good must supercede some of the tragedies of battle. It is clear that US objectives are being met. We are dominating the war. According to government reports, the United States has sustained relatively few casualties, particularly in comparison with those reported on the Iraqi side. _But the fact is that those deaths-both Iraqi and American-are deaths of human beings, people who had families who will miss them. For the most part, though, we have to think in numbers, rather than about the very real lives lost, in order to do what we have to do. It's part of the fog of war; it's part of what we have to do to shift and adjust to the reality that is war. When it comes down to it, most polls indicate that the majority of the American people support the war in Iraq. All of those who support the military actior must justify the actions of those in combat. The phrase that can often be heard is, "better them than us." This is all part of the fog of war. We stand and look at the conflict from a position that a year ago we would have thought inhumane, uncivilized, or even barbaric. So when U.S. Marines destroy a van full of women and innocent children, we shrug our shoulders and say, "They [passengers in the car] should have stopped." Our soldiers have been sent over to Iraq to do a job. It isn\t their job to ask why. They just rake orders and follow them. It is truly the only way they can probably deal with what they have to do. They also put themselves at grave risk, and learn quickly that they can't trust anyone. That trust can mean death. It is heartbreaking to think what goes through their minds. The only friendly faces are those of the coalition. So, unloading on a van full of Iraqis appears to be justified because those people could have had weapons of their own, even though under normal circumstances, the very idea of killing women and children would likely sicken most of us. At home, many Americans look at the war as if it were a video game. We see hundreds of people dying, and it is justified because of our frame of reference. It is good to see our troops advance, even though it comes at the expense and lives of real people. The video game example is a way for us to rationalize war. War, although evil, is necessary in certain situations. But we accept the nastiness and evil of war because it's how we have to look at it. We watch the war on television and the fog descends. We should take it• seriously. This takes thought about what is really happening. People are dying daily. And American or Iraqi, a life is a life. Lives are to be taken seriously. APRIL 10 2003 Practicing the Fine Art of Forgiveness BY J.J. HANSON Beacon Assistant Sports Editor In a world of sin and disorder, it is somewhat difficult to be a good person 100% of the time. Add four years of college and it is utterly impossible. Many of us often say that when somebody screws up, tough cookies. But when the roles are reversed, and we are the ones doing the hurting, all of a sudden we expect the other party to be forgiving and completely understanding. Every person has a separate degree of tolerance towards being hurt. Some people don't give a second thought to the fact that someone has wronged them. While, others hold grudges that deteriorate an otherwise successful relationship. Be it a friend, partner, coworker, or family member, many times in our lives our lapses in judgement end up hurting those we care about. The only prayer we have is that lhey have the decency to forgive. So, lhe question is how long must one be forced to repent for a past indiscretion? Or, better yet, what is "forgiveness?" Webster's defines forgiveness as: "to cease to feel resentment against." Well, by Webster's definition I (J.J .) have a lot of forgiving to do, because I hold a lot of resentments, as do most people. I (Amanda) do not feel as though I hold any resentment toward anyone or anything in my life. Don't get me wrong, I've had my moments of extreme anger, but I don't hold a grudge. I take the good with the bad and accept all that comes my way as a learning experience. Now we essentially understand what forgiveness means. But exactly how do we go about achieving it? . Some folks might follow the old Christian method of repentance. Tell them you're sorry, say a ·· couple of Hail Mary's, and poof! You're absolved. Unfortunately, what is good enough for the big fella (God) isn't good enough for lhe majority of us mortals here on earth. It seems that lhe process of forgiveness is somewhat more com lex than a Saturda afternoon BY AMANDA DARBENZIO Beacon Assistant Opinion Editor confession. There are those who go for lhe all out self-loathing, groveling and begging for acquittal from the person they hurt. You let someone know that you are upset with them and then you continue to rub it in their face, reiterating what lhey did that was so bad to piss you off in the first place. What is lhe point? There are different beliefs on forgiveness. I (J.J.) am somewhat forgiving but have a hard time letting go of emotion. I release my bitterness through blatantly sarcastic comments that sometimes are rude and way out of line. I have seen the error of my ways, since I now know what it is like to be on the receiving end of those venomous comments. The most difficult thing is to take them lyi_ng down; one really doesn't • have a choice since one knows they deserve everything they get. But, there comes a time when one has to suck it up. I (Amanda) have a very long fuse; it takes a great deal to invoke anger in me. I will think about my feelings and why I am upset with that person and why I allowed myself to become upset. I don't wait to tell the person that I am upset because I don't want to remain upset. I'll let the individual know I'm upset and give them my feelings on the situation and that's that. I refuse to waste energy on negative feelings for a long period of time. So the next time someone crosses your path, think before you give him or her the silent treatment or react i · n infuriated manor. Put yourself in their shoes and see what they have to offer. Remember what it's like to have someone -angry with you. None of us are perfect and we all make mistakes, at the end of the day we are all sorry for our shortcomings, and all we can ask for is humble forgiveness. Six the Ser. �7 EDITORIAL APRIL 10, 2003 The best pizza in town is now the best d,eal for .delivery or takeout! I 4 1; #2 •• 16"' Pi lroadstl $9..99 #5 · The Family Party Pack l to,rge l 6° Pino. 1 large Order (16) Wings and 1 Ordetof Mo~zarelia i:flcks $l8,9S• We deliver to Wilkes University Grotto Pizza · Gateway. Center. Edwardsville 331-PAST (3278) • lx>es not include tax. gratuity. or delivery charge.. !h ar �FEATURES 8 Lennon Continued from page 1 the '60s, and we are going to publish it as a book," he said. Students are involved in primary literary research in order to help Lennon get the book published. "This has been a great way to finish up my teaching career, to get students really involved in assembling that book of letters," he explained. "I like what I teach. I love literature, and I try to convey that enthusiasm to other people to get them excited about it as well," remarked Lennon with sincerity. "It is n~ce to see a student get excited about a work of literature, a play, a novel. The work sometimes stimulates their imagination, gives them a new way of looking at life and lets them break out of solitary confinement of their own perspective and lets them see the world through other people's eyes. That is really exciting. There is nothing like it as far as job is concerned." Wilkes students have also been touched by Lennon's enthusiasm for literature and life. "He has taught me more than anyone I've ever known, not just in the classroom, but outside of it as well ," remarked Monica Cardenas, Ju nior English and Communications Studies major. "His teaching style is very animated; he captures your attention immediately. You just can't help but to pay attention to what he is saying. I've known Dr. Lennon since I have been here, and it seems to me that he is ' always available. I ~an go to him with anything, and I know he will be there," added Cardenas. Madi Bobb, senior English and Philosophy major said, "He is just the ultimate professor. That is even an understatement. When it comes to literature that 1s his specialty. My advice to present and future students is to take a class with Dr. Lennon." Peter Baldo, freshman Musical Theatre and Communication Studies major, described Lennon as, "a very good explainer. He will nail the idea he wants you to have quickly and easily. He is as efficient as possible. He doesn't say anything is black and white; he stretches you to think as an individual." The students at Wilkes have meant a great deal to Lennon. When Lennon was Vice President for Academic Affairs, he taught one course a year, which enabled him to get to know students better. He now sees students he has had in the past as freshman or sophomores getting ready to graduate. "When we (professors) get together we talk about our students. There is a great deal of pride that Wilkes faculty members have in their students," commented Lennon. Lennon has many accomplishments to be proud of and numerous students who look to him as a role model and a leader. Still, he remains modest when talking about the work he has done and the lives he has touched. While he will still be teaching classes part-time in the fall, his students will miss the professor who was once "always available" as Cardenas stated. Lennon has given both faculty and students something that ordinary teachers cannot; he has given them knowledge, enthusiasm, and a lifetime of memories that they will c~rry with them through Wilkes and beyond. APRIL 10, 2003 AR Alu01 Grier Assu01es Active Role on the Other Side of the Desk BY MELISSA JURGENSON Beacon Co"espondent It's a long way from teaching junior high schoolers ... Visiting Assistant Professor of English, Jack Grier has been teaching at Wilkes since the fall of 200 I. Prior to his leap into the world of higher education, however, he taught grades seven through twelve for 31 years in Easton, P.A, where he was also the Department Chair. Grier's relationship with Wilkes University extends beyond his current appointment, though. He received his Master's degree at Wilkes, and his current colleagues were his teachers while working on the advanced degree. "I find them very professional," stated Grier. While teaching in Easton, Grier happened to be in the Wilkes Barre area one day and decided to drop bx. During that visit, Chairperson of the Division and Associate Professor of English Dr. Darin Fields offered Grier one class to teach which eventually grew into teaching a handful of classes. H Yi Grier continued on page 9 Q) no Become a Lifesaverl Donate Plasma that Is needed for mflllons of people each year.·.. IBPI a Interstate Blood & Plasma, Inc. · 41 S. Main St Wilkes Barre; PA It's Safe and Convenient Donate Todayllllll l--lf:!IP -·$rJJV~ -L ives! - Donate -· P/a:sma· H Yi ·a 23-_ 4_1.-1.9 -_•-·• St r--------------------------------~----~ I I t I I I I I I Bring this coupon in todaylll I I I I I I ~-------------------------------------~ Q A Q A �FEATURES APRIL 10, 2003 g Pearsall Fil01 Collection at Wilkes: Another Best Kept Secret BY LIZA CARDAMONE Beacon Correspondent Annetta Clemens Hometown: Souderton, PA Year/Major: Junior/fheater Q) What is in your CD player right now? A) Jack Johnson Q) What would be your dream vacation? A) Micronesia (a small island in the Pacific Ocean) Q) What did you do over the snow day? A) Slept all day Q) Coke or Pepsi? A)Coke Q) What is your favorite TV show? A) Trigger Happy Q) What is your favorite restaurant? A) Denny's Q) What are your plans for Easter break? . A) Going to my Aunt's house and seeing relatives · Mike Brown Hometown: West Pittston, PA . Year/Major: Junior/Biology Q) What is in your CD player right now? A) Breaking Benjamin Q) What would be your dream vacation? l\) Anywhere out of the Wyoming Valley Q) What did you do over the snow day? A) Slept and watched a movie Q) Coke or Pepsi? A)Coke Q) What is your favorite TV show? A) The Simpsons Q) What is your favorite restaurant? A) Outback Q) What are your plans for Easter break? A) Sleep, drink, and grade labs Located in a small, secluded room on the lower level of Wilkes University's Farley Library is another of Wilkes University's best kept secrets: a massive collection of films. The film library, known as "The Pearsall Collection," is an intriguing set of I 6 millimeter feature films. The films are set aside iil a special area known as the Media Projection Room. Within the collection, there are a wide variety of well-known, popular films, which can viewed by students and faculty in the video viewing room nestled i.n the lower level of Farley Library or in a classroom situation. Ten years ago, Mr. Pearsall donated films that were featured between the late 1930s and I 960s to Wilkes University. The collection includes classic films such as Gone with the Wind, Miracle on 34th Street, and Oklahoma, to name only a few. According to those familiar with the history, Mr. Pearsall took pride in his collection and used his livingroom as a set up for viewing the films. He would invite his friends over to watch them on a daily basis. Brian Sacolic, Co-director The Beacon/Kristin Hake Film collection and Acquisitions Librarian at Farley Library, said, "Over time, the films have become brittle, which makes the quality and clarity of the film somewhat damaged. Also, everyone who handles or uses the films must be more careful." Some of the films are aver 70 years old and of great value; therefore, they need to be handled with care. Although the films are not of a particular use to the University, they are a wonderful keepsake and a valuable collection to posses. The library has recognized it's worth and potential to better educate the students; therefore, there is a hope for the films to be cataloged in the near future. Grier Continued from page 8 Geraldine Ojeil Hometown: Allentown, P.A. Year/Major: Freshman/International Studies and AFROTC Q) What is in your CD player right now? A) Elvis Q) What would be your <}ream vacation? A) An island with water and sand . Q) What did you do over the snow day? A) I watched four movies and ate a lot. Q) Coke or Pepsi? A) Pepsi ' Q) What is your favorite TV show? A) Lewis and Clark Q) What is your favorite restaurant? A) Taste ofJtaly ...· Q) )¥hat f're your plans for,E~ter break? · ·• . A) Write a Political Science paper, go to church, and eat Arabic.food. of Farley Library, stated, "If film appreciation or film history was taught at the University, this collection could be very useful. Right now the films are not being put to use." Although the library welcomes people to look and The Pearsall borrow the films for educational use, there are some- important copyright issues that are of major concern. If there were to be a group of students interested in participating with a film club, these films would be of great value. However, the films are copyrighted and cannot be shown to the public for free. Therefore, the films can only be viewed in a classroom situation. "Teachers don't take advantage of the films, which is a shame," Sacolic went on to say. For those faculty and students who have tried viewing the films, many have found it a challenge. The projectors the films run on are very hard to come by and make viewing the films an ordeal. Heidi Selecky, Co-director Grier stated, "There is diversity among the student population. It's pleasurable to have students come from different locales." He also expressed that he loves watching people progress and grow. "To watch someone learning is something I'd like to remember," said Grier. He noted that you can't see the results of a student learning right away. It's when a student "experiences these things in real life not just in the classroom" that the learning is evident. Grier also enjoys that Wilkes is an environment that'is tolerant of different ethnic and religious beliefs. "We don't all have to be the same or like the same thing," said Grier. Grier is currently the advisor for the Wilkes Greens Club. Its main focus is dealing with political and environmental issues. The group participates in voter registration drives as well as recently cleaning up Kirby Park. As a student, some of Grier's fondest memories about Wilkes are the classes he has taken and the professors he bas had. He especially remembered Dr. Stanley Gutin'sAmerican Poetry which he took back in the 1980s, as well as ProfessorofEnglish Dr. J. Michael Lennon and Dean and Associate Professor of English, Dr. ~onnie Bedford. One day that particularly stands out for the former Wilkes student-turned teacher was the day he graduated, when Dean Bonnie Bedford stood up and gave him a bouquet of roses in honor of his accomplishments. Grier believes that there is a reason to life. "We can lift ourselves out of ignorance." Once you have been exposed to things you become knowledgeable which is when ignorance is conquered. "We learn every month, everyday, every year, and when one grade of schooling is over we move on to the next. People create their own limitations that aren't really there." Grier reflects, "We are free to be who we already are." He said that we are simply growing and developing what we already are. If we try to find our destination we will miss the journey along the way. It's all about enjoying things the way they are happening instead of waiting ten to forty years until they happen. "' �APRIL 10, 2003 FEATURES 10 Movie Review: Phone Booth BY JESSICA SKUTACK Beacon Arts & Entertainment Editor "A phone rings somewhere, you don't know who's on the line ... but somebody has to answer to it." Welcome to Joel Schumacher's latest creation, Phone Booth, that has grossed a cool $15 million since its debut. The movie features a star-studded cast with Colin Farrell, Keifer Sutherland, Forest Whitaker, and Katie Holmes playing major roles. 'h Shepard is trying to save himself and those who are most important to him . . The film gets a bit boring once Shepard becomes a hostage because there is no change of scenery and there are not many new plot developments. However, the characterization and slapstick humor make the movie more tolerable and moves along faster. Phone Booth ends in a classic cliffhanger and leaves room for the possibility of a sequel (who would have guessed?). Overall, the movie was a typical, middle-of-the-road, action movie and if you have a free night I would recommend checking it out. Colin Farrell plays Stu Shepard in the actionpacted · thriller. STUDENTS WELCOME >econ . )ave I Katie Holmes in Phone Booth The whole premise of Phone Booth eerily echoes the recent sniper shootings, except this sniper's victims are not randomly picked .. In a way the sniper plays a morality policeman or even God. He selects his victims carefully by picking from the proverbial bottom of the barrel. Enter Stu Shepard, a sleazy publicist, who serves to give all PR professionals a bad name. He lies, manipulates, and does whatever it takes to get to the top, but he will soon pay for his sins. After ditching his intern, whom he treats like a peon, the fun really begins. . Shepard stops in a phone booth to make a call to Pam (Katie Holmes), a small-town girl · looking to make it as an actress in New York City, and after finishing the conversation receives a call from a mysterious man who knows way too much. Shepard now becomes a hostage and remains one for the rest of the movie. The caller dictates what Shepard can do, to whom, and when. The police get involved . when the caller/sniper shoots someone in the middle of the street. From here on Phone Booth turns into the classic battle between good and evil. 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We all know that we had a terribly BY MELISSA GALLUP bitter winter, but with Mother Nature teasing us with Beacon Staff Writer a week of wann sun and blue skies, these past few days seem even colder and harder to tolerate. So until spring can pennanently find its way to us, stay wann with a bowl of piping hot soup. If you are tired of the same old cans of Campbell's try some of these new ideas from The Food Network. Tortilla Soup 2 ears fresh com, husks removed 4 or 5 large garlic cloves, peeled 1 small onion (about 3 ounces), peeled, trimmed, and quartered I small jalapeno pepper, trimmed and seeded 2 tablespoons com oil ·2 com tortillas, cut into 1-inch squares 2 large ripe tomatoes (1 pound), peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 to 3 teaspoons ground cumin 2 quarts chicken stock Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Garnish: 2 com tortillas I ripe avocado 1 large chicken breast, cooked, boned, and skinned 1/2 cup grated Cheddar 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves Using a large knife, carefully scrape the kernels off the corncobs and set aside, reserving the cobs. Using a food processor fitted with the steel blade, or a large knife, coarsely chop the garlic, onion, jalapeno pepper, and com kernels. Reserve. ln a large soup pot, heat the oil. Add the squares of tortillas and cook over low heat until they are slightly crisp. Stir in the chopped vegetables and simmer just until the vegetables are coated with the oil. Do not brown. Add the tomatoes, the tomato paste, and two teaspoons of the cumi'n and continue to simmer for about ten minutes to maximize the flavor. Slowly pour in the stock, add the corncobs, and cook over low heat until the soup is reduced by one third. Discard the corn cobs and puree the soup, in batches, in a blender or food processor until smooth. At this point, the soup can be passed through the fine strainer, if desired. Return •to a clean pot and season with salt, pepper, and additional cumin to-taste. Prepare the garnish: Preheat the oven or toaster oven to 350 degrees F. Cut the tortillas into thin strips and arrange on a small baking tray. Bake until the strips are crisp, 10 to 15 minutes. Peel and dice the avocado. Cut the chicken into thin strips. To serve, add the chicken and avocado to the soup and reheat over low heat. Ladle the soup into six to eight wann soup bowls and garnish with the baked tortilla strips, cheddar cheese, and chopped cilantro. Serve il_llmediately. Garlic Soup The Beacon/Kristin Hake es students Jill Hocking, Allisa Bowen, and Crystal Reib enjoyed themselves at Spring Fling, held on April 4 at Genetti's. The theme of the evening was "Luau," over 180 students attended. _ 1 quart chicken stock, preferably homemade or half of stock and water 1 bay leaf Pinch dried sage 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 head of garlic cloves, peeled Salt 1 ounce each of freshly grated Parmesan and Swiss cheese 1 egg mixed with 1 egg yolk 1/4 cup good quality olive oil Freshly ground black pepper 4 toasted bread croutons made of sliced French bread, optional 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish Bring stock to a boil in a nonreactive saucepan (do not use aluminum which will react with eggs which c9me into play later on). • Add bay leaf, sage, thyme and garlic cloves and cook, covered, at a bare simmer for 30 minutes. Strain broth and discard herbs; pass and press garlic through to liquid and season to taste with salt. In a mixing bowl combine the cheese with egg and yolk, olive oil and pepper to taste. Everything can be .done in advance up to this point. Just before serving, reheat the soup and drizzle a ladleful of hotsoup into the egg and oil mixture to temper the e_ggs. Pour thi.s temperedmfature bac.k intg!h~ soup and whisk continuously o~erlow heat until th~ soup thickens slightly.J'ake>t~re not to over heat or the eggs will curdle. ' . . , . .. ,.. ;#/ Set a piece.of French bread. crouton in centet; of soup plate and I -· Garnish wi~ parsley~ · · · · ·•· ' '·· · �12 SPORTS APRIL 10, 2003 Lacrosse Teant Rentains Winless BY BRIAN WALTER Beacon Staff Writer The sensation of a first win still remains elusive for the Wilkes University women's lacrosse team after their efforts fell short Saturday afternoon at the hands of Widener University, 14-3. With the victory, Widener improves to 9-2 overall and 5-1 in the MAC. The Lady Colonels slipped to 05 overall and 0-4 in conference play. The game remained close for much of the first half until the Pioneers broke through with the final five goals and headed into the locker room with an 8-2 lead. Wilkes fought back, but the Pioneers then outscored Wilkes 6-1 in the second stanza. Therese Augustine led Widener with four goals and one assist. Lauren Goane added three goals and three assists. Tricia Lynch contributed three goals and two assists, while Beth Bartman had a pair of goals. Alexis Brook and Melanie Fillmyer each scored once for the Pioneers as well. Junior Jess Hinkel, freshman Lyndsay Asinelli, and senior Maria Currier drove in the Lady Colonels' three goals. Junior Stephanie Dluge added an assist for the Lady Colonels. The Pioneers, who outshot Wilkes by a·32-15 margin, got nine saves in goal from Erin Patterson. Wilkes freshman goalkeeper Cassie Malone was credited with a team high 12 stops in net. The Lady Colonels fell to Widener 14-3 in recent action. The Beacon/ · Mick Jenkins DeSales Tops Lady Colonels in Double-header COURTESY OF SPORTS INFORMATION ' DeSales UniversitY. scored three unearned runs in the bottom half of the seventh inning to top Wilkes University, 4- . 3, in the second game of a Freedom Conference softball doubleheader on Thursday. The Bulldogs,pulled off the sweep with a 9-0 win in six innings in the opener. .. DeSales improved its record to 6-2 overall and 2-0 in the Freedom Conference with the two victories. Wilkes fell to 7~8 overall and 3-5 in conference play. Wilkes held a 3- 1 lead entering the bottom of the seventh inning in the nightcap. With one out, Michelle Kott reached on an error to begin the DeSales rally. A single by Rach!!! Polaha put runners on first and second. Both runners would advance a base when Jenna Rau flew out for the second out of the inning. Valerie Valach would drive home Kott with a single scored on a passed ball for the only run of double, for the Bulldogs. Dominick had to cut the lead to 3-2. Danielle Jenson the inning. three hits, including a double, while followed with a walk to load the bases. DeSales cut the Wilkes lead to 2-1 in Shreaves added a pair of hits for Wilkes. Jackie Fasolka then singled to score both ·the bottom of the fourth. Fasolka led off In the opener, Erin Healy Iimited Polaha and Valach to secure the win for the with a double and scored on a two-out Wilkes to only three hits to lead DeSales Bulldogs. . single by Erin Martell. to the win in six innings. Healy struck ou Wilkes would plate a single run in the In the second garJ1e Wilkes went on four and walked two in tossing the top 1-0 in the first inning. Andrea Dominick top of the seventh to forge ahead 3-1. shutout. singled and moved to second on a single Dominick singled and moved to second on The Bulldogs scored twice in the · a wild pitch. After Carly Streznetcky by Kerry Zellner. After Dominick was first and three times in the second to jum retired at third on a fielder's choi~ by singled to put runners on first and third, out to a 5-0 lead. They ended the game Alexis Petit~, Brooke Shreaves singled to Zellner reached on an error, which allowed due to the eight-run rule when DeSales score Zellner with the first run of the game. Dominick to score. . plated four runs in the sixth inning on a The Lady Colonels upped their Jenson was the winning pitcher for grand-slam by Jenson. advantage to 2-0 with a run in the fourth. DeSales. She allowed 1 J hits and no earned Valach had two hits, including a Petite led off the inning with a double. runs in going the distance. Jen Trate was double, for DeSales. Nicole Letinski, who Nicole Pugh, who was inserted as a pinch the tough-luck loser for Wilkes. The drove in four runs, and Martell each had runner for Petite, moved to third on a single freshman gave up eight hits and only one two hits as well. by Shreaves. Melissa Babcock then drew a earned run. She also struck out six and Wilkes was led by Dominick, who walk to load the bases with no outs. But, walked only one. had a single and double. Kleist had the Leora Kleist lined into a double play that Fasolka had three hits, including a only other hit for .the Lady Colonels. eliminated Shreaves at second. Pugh then Wilkes Spilts__Twinbill with Arcadia Knights BY DENNIS FERENCHICK Beacon Editorial Board Chair Sophomore Josh Turel had three hits and senior Ryan Palos allowed just two ru ns and nine hiJs in five innings as the Wilkes University baseball team defeated Arcadia University 9-3 in the opening game of a non-conference doubleheader on Sunday afternoon at Hqstelly Field. Senior Adam Kowalczyk and sophomore Derek Sheruda added two hits for the Colonels in the opener, while sophomore Tyler Trutt blasted a solo home run. Junior Eric McGowan picked up the save, giving up just one run on one hit in two innings of relief. In the nightcap, junior Ryan Windt tossed a complete game five-hitter to lead the Knights to a 5-3 victory over Wilkes. Ryan Lobb was tagged with the loss for the Colonels. The senior went the distance, striking out six and giving up three hits and five runs. Junior Steve Leskiw hit a two-run homer and junior Mike Spotts added a solo shot for Wilkes, while Trutt continued his . production at ~he plate with a pair of hits. . The split moves the Colonels' record . to 8-12 overall. With Wednesday's game at Scranton postponed, Wilkes takes on cross-town and conference rival King's College at Artillery Park on Thursday afternoon. nnnnnnnnnnn n D caSL for ~owr www.musicalenergi.com i'°n .compact CUScS also buying & selling: DVDS•VHS VIDEO GAMES RECORDS TAPES .... •fl i dddUS/CfiL ENERG/ n n best sel~ction bestprices ,0 59 north main street • Wilkes-barre •.829-2929 POSTERS I ,~~~~ . • cool gifts nnnnnnnnnnn. RIL �SPORTS RI L 10, 2003 1 other Nature Wreaks Havoc on Sports Schedules softball, and men's tennis - have been affected by the recent inclement weather. The baseball team has had eight Twenty-five. That number may not be significant to games postponed, including three doubleheaders and four games canceled, includWilkes University students, but to ing one twinbill. The golf team has to re·es University softball players, that is schedule matches against Lycoming otal number of their games that hav.. College and Arcadia College. r been canceled ( 11) or postponed ( 14) The tennis team has had four season due to inclement weather and matches cancelled, two of which are damage. conference matches and have been None of the spring athletic teams yet to get into a rhythm, as each team's rescheduled. The Colonels will make up matches when they host DeSales Univern is becoming the victim of late sity on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. and.FDUn snow and lots of rain. All of Wilkes Florham on Friday at 3:00 p.m. The team had a four-day break without practice due to the weather. "We have so many matches coming up that we don't have many free days to practice," said head coach Chris Leicht. The Colonels will be playing a match on each of the next four days, three of which are against Freedom Conference teams. "The team might be a little ad frustrated, just because the schedule has been changed so es. many times," added Leicht. "It is tough when you prepare for a Jes match, and then it gets post,ou poned. 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The Lady Colonels are playing three to four games per week to make up for games lost due to poor weather and field conditions. "This is affecting players because they keep notifying professors of schedule changes; they are missing classes not originally planned for, and their parents are constantly changing their schedules to come in for games," commented head lacrosse coach Kristin DiMarzo, who feels her players are adjusting well to the changes. The softball team has even more worries. Not only were 25 games either canceled or postponed, but the home field was under six feet of water due to excess rainfall and a leak in the levy along the Susquehanna River and Kirby Park border. · Doubleheaders against conference teams such as the University of Scranton, DeSale, Drew University, Delaware Valley College, and King's College have all been rescheduled for the Lady Colonels. Head coach Frank Mattbews doesn't feel that his team is out of their ro 1tine, and their conference standings should not be affected by the delays. Leicht, however, feels that the weather could easily affect the Freedom Conference tennis standings. "Many team~ have so many matches on consecutive dates, which could affect the standings," he said. "lt will be interesting to see which teams survive." �SPORTS APRIL 10 2003 & Outside BY DAVID DiMARTINO Beacon Staff Writer Congratulations to the Syracuse Orangernen for capturing their first National Title. I truly believe that the Orangernan forward Hakim Warrick is Gurnby... Will people consider me crazy if I tell them that every time I see Otto the Orange, the Syracuse mascot, I want to squeeze him into a cup ... Because I am nearing the end of the line here at Wilkes, I am putting together a Top IO greatest lines from MYSELF article. (Drum Roll) And the winners are ... I0. Really, how many Grizzlies are there in Memphis? 9. How about the kids these days? High School standout LeBron James . receives a $50,000 Hummer for his birthday, when most kids his age are still trying to get to second base ... 8. I want to be a professional curler, but I refuse to be one of the guys with a broom; how degrading. You stand there sweeping ice like a maniac while some guy screams at you. Why don't you just be a janitor? At least you get all. of those keys ... 7. The SI Swimsuit issue has been a huge hit with this columnist in the past few years, especially the section with the athletes and their wives. ' I love to see what leader, just in case you were wondering ... kind of tail an athlete can pull, and in the 4. How great would it be if the Anaheim recent issue I want to give congrats to Javy An.gels Rally Monkey was the monkey from Lopez, and the racecar guy (his name is the movie Outbreak, and went crazy and irrelevant; he drives race cars). And I want started scratching-up all of the Angels, to say "What the Hell are You Thinking?" especially that David Eckstein guy... to NL Rookie of the Year, Albert Pujols, the 3.' Case #400545 , Popov v. Hayashi: woman with the horse jockey, the man is This is the case of Alex Popov, who tempofour foot nothing (and you know what that rarily caught Barry Bond's 73rd hornerun ball means), and Chi-Chi Rodriguez gets a really but lost it "after fans piled on top of him huge "What the Hell are You Thinking?" during a brief skirmish," (actual quote) who is Even worse, SI "What the Hell are You suing Patrick Hayashi, the man who ended up Thinking" putting that lady in a swimsuit... - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -·- - with the $2 million estimated Rawlings. · After reviewing the play, the ruling in the stands, This case comes · down to two simple stands; the world is officially coming to an end ... --:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::_-- answers: Did Popov have possession before his knee hit the pavement or in this a 6. Congrats goes out to Benito Santiago, who will now get a chance to play . case of the ground causing a fumble . After reviewing the play, the ruling in the stands, is his second World Series, the first was stands; the world is officially corning to an between the Jesus Christ Apostles and the end ... Pontius Pilot Persecutors. Benito got the 2. Since this is the post-Super Bowl game seven winning hit when his blooper Week, which is following the pre-Super Bowl went over the head of Judas, who was week, which preceded the pre-Super Bowl traded to the Persecutors in mid-season ... · Weekend, which preceded the pre-Super Bowl 5. What do you call 32 sweaty guys Pre-Game Spectacular, which preceded the wearing red goggles, carrying electric drills, files, and bevel knives, with the intention of Super Bowl regular pre-game show, which preceded the Super Bowl coin toss ceremony, custom fitting their balls? A locker room on which preceded the Super Bowl, which was the Pro Bowling Tour. 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Cheese, Letlun, Toma lo, Onions and Dressing Hot Ham and Cheese _ $5.50 7 o . of Boiled Ham and Prornlone Cheese Meatball and Cheese _ $5.50 Tuna Hoagie _ _ _ _ $5.50 Chunk Light Tuna, Cheese, Lettuce, Tomatoes and Onions Mushrooms 50c • Hot or Sweet Peppers 50¢ Ex Ira Cheese 50¢ All Items on our Menu are Made FrEsh to OrdEr and May TakE a LlttlE Extra TimE. Thank You for Your PatlEncE �APRIL 10, 2003 15 Colonel Clipboard On Tap Thursday ... Baseball VS. King's, 3:30 p.m. Lacrosse at Scranton, 4 p.m. Men s Tennis VS . DeSales, 3 p.m. Softball at King's, 3 p.m. n a Lacrosse VS. Lycoming, IO a.m . Mens Tennis VS. East Stroudsburg, l p.m. Softball VS .. William Paterson, I p.m. Monday Go/fat Misericordia, 1 p.m. Friday Go/fat Scranton, l p.m. Mens Tennis VS. FDU-Florham, 3 p.m. Tuesday Baseball at FDU-Florham, 3:30 p.m. Lacrosse at Moravian, 4 p.m. Saturday n Sunday Baseball at King' s, I p.m. Lacrosse at Susquehanna, 2 p.m. Mens Tennis VS. Lycoming, l p.m. Softball VS. Lycoming, 1 p.m. Men's Tennis at Scranton, 4 p.m. Wednesday Baseball VS. Susquehanna, 3 p.m. GolfVS. Lycoming, l p.m. Softball VS. / Lycoming, 3 p.m Beacons Best Bet Athlete of the Week In Review Thursday, 4/3 Andrea Dominick, Softball Baseball Misericordia 8, Wilkes 4 Mens Tennis Elizabethtown 4, Wilkes 3 Softball DeSales 9, Wilkes O (6 inn.) DeSales 4, Wilkes 3 Friday,4/4 Lacrosse Messiah 21, Wilkes 6 The sophomore had an outstanding (although rain-shortened) week, helping the Lady Colonels to earn a splif, going 2-2. She laced the game-winn_ing RBI single and scored two runs in an I )inning win over Delaware Valley on Tuesday and had four hits in a double-header loss to DeSales Thursday. Dominick leads the Lady Colonels in batting average (.436), slugging percentage (.692) and on-base percentage (.452). She has also fiit two homeruns, six RBI, and four steals in four attempts this season. Dominick is from Clifford, PA Saturday, 4/5 Lacrosse Widener 14, Wilkes 3 Sunday,4/6 Baseball Wilkes 9, Arcadia 3 Arcadia 5, Wilkes 3 Numbers Of the Week 10 Number of days between the Wilkes University golf team's last match and their next scheduled match, Friday, April 11 9 Number of scored by the Currier sisters, senior Maria and freshman Kathryn, for the lacrosse team 8 Number of homeruns hit to date by the Lady Colonels softball team Thursday - Baseball VS. King's, 1 p~m. The Colonels do battle with Mona~chs in games that can make or break the season for both teams. Donna Kowalczyk's Salon at 419 Ir ·823-8966 ) 419 S. River St., Wilke~ Barre ) The Beacon/Mick Jenkins Hours Weds. and Fri 9-5 Sat. 8-4 Mon. , Tues., Thurs. , and �APRIL 10, 2003 SPORTS 16 Today, April 10 Julius Ceasar: 8 p.m., DDD Main Stage Women's Lacrosse at Scranton: 4p.m., Softball at King's: 3 p,m., Baseball vs. King's: 3 :30 p.m., Artillery Park Men's Tennis vs. DeSales: 3 p.m., Ralston Field · Benefit Screening of Bolwing for Columbine: land 7:30 p.m., F.M. Kirby Center Friday, April 11 Julius Ceasar: 8 p.m., DDD Main Stage Sunday, April 13 Tennis vs. F DU-Florham: 3 p.m., Ralston Field Julius Ceasar: 2 p.m., DDD Main Stage Golf at Scranton: l p.m., Glenmaura N_a tio~l Gqlf Club Perscussion Ensemble Concert: 8 p.m., DDD Women's Lacrosse at Moravian: 4p.m., Childrens Easter Egg Hunt: · 12:30 p.m., McGlynn Learning Center __________ _____ _...;... Saturday, ,April 12 Julius Ceasar: 8 p.m. , DDD Ma,in Sfag! Benefit Screening 6 p.m., F.M. Kirby Center Men's Tennis vs. East Stroudsburg: 1 p.m., Ralston Field Men's Tennis at Scranton: 4p.m., Softball vs. William Paterson: 1 p.m., Kirby Park Wednesday, April 16 vs. Women's Lacrosse Lycoming : 10 a.m., Ralston Field Softball vs. Lycoming: 1 p.m., Kirby Park Civic Band Concert: 8 p.m., DDD Softball vs. Susquehanna: 3 p.m., Kirby Park Baseball at Marywoad.: -~ p.m., ,5; Baseball at King's: l p.m., Baseball at FDU-Florham: 3:30p.m., Golf at Lycoming: 1 p.m., Monday, April 14 Men's Tennis vs. Lycoming: I p.m., Ralston Field Golf at Misericordia: 1 p.m., Huntsville Country Club Baseball vs. Susquehanna: 3:30p.m., Women's Lacrosse at Susquehanna: 7 p.m., HSC Ballroom Tuesday, April 15 Classes End: I0p.m. Wilkes-Barre Weekly Weather 42/29 52/38 62/44 63/48 61/49 54/41 Th TODAY Fµ(DAY SATURD4_¥ SU!jf)AY P,ONDAY bITVESDAY • ' 1 e Beacon we1cornes noL1ces 01 evenLs ... pu 1c1ze, 1t j Post your event by visiting www.wilkesbeacon.com or email wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com � 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 2003 April 10th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 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/4e80d751c3e6b389b2c7fe0735ea081d.pdf 7eb4126f928330acadb277456b453f84 PDF Text Text April 3, 2003 Volume55 Issue 20 www. wilkesbeacon.cotn ~ NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW SG Survey Indicates Smoking ''Bubble Trouble'' BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor The results of the survey were echoed by many of those within student governThe "bubble," as many campus ment; most members supported a proposal regulars know it, is once again in danger of to replace the lounge. being popped. "The consensus on student governStudent Government held an open ment is to get rid of it," stated SG President discussion at last night's weekly meeting Sei'ena Bednarz. "But we're taking all the to gather feedback on possible solution~ results into consideration, just so we can to the smoking lounge in the Stark Learnmake a decision on our own." ing Center. Student Government ParliamenBednarz pointed out though, "We are tarian Abhishek Nemani and Juni or Class a smoke-free campus; it's rather hypocritical President Mick Jenkins launched a survey to have that on campus." But naturally not everyone wants to last week, the results of which they revealed during the discussion. see the Smoking Bubble go. Several "We sent out a survey asking what students who use the space on a regular they thought about the smoking bubble basis don't like the idea of being forced and took feedback in the form of comoutside to smoke. ments," Nemani explained. "I think that the bubble is a good The results, as Nemani and Jenkins . _place for students if they need to have a told SG. revealed that out of the nearly 400 cigarette when there's really bad weather. If students who participated in the survey, anything, I think they need to get some 239 didn't think that the smoking lounge better furniture in here," said Tom Walter, a was an efficient use of the university's junior education and psychology major. Casey Novajosky, a sophomore space. "People agreed that they wanted to psychology major, supported Walter's point, addi ng, "Too many students use it. It's see it removed, possibly relocated, and the space used for something else. The general where we see each other everyday. It's a good environment, despite the smoke. I consensus was that something had to be done," Nemani said. think that if the smoking lounge was redone, The Beacon/Kristin Hake Several of the Wilkes smoking community are not happy about the pos~ibility ::>f loosing their "bubble." people would take pride in it, and care about it, and people wouldn't ash on it. No one is going to annihilate nice furniture." SG took up issue with Novajosky's point. Some SG members brought up the possibility of a squandered investment if they were to spend money to renovate the lounge only to have it destroyed again. "ft could be a big waste of money," Nemani told SG. But Eric Bourassa-Lavoie, a Junior/ Bubble ' continued on page 4 Looking for VISION Homeless shelter loses their home at Wilkes the homeless men in its program with a variety of sponsors throughout the year including churches, colleges, and community centers. For the past ten years, Wilkes has offered the men ofV.I.S.1.O.N. space for at least one week per semester in the basement of Conygnham Hall. With Commuter Council taking that space full BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor The Beacon/Kristin Hake Spreading the Vote BY KRISTIN HAKE Beacon Photo/Graphics Editor On Wednesday, April 2, members of Wilkes Off Campus Council (OCC) participated in a door-Lo-door voter registration drive for students who live on Ross Street. Kyla Campbell, President of OCC, ' said, "As off campus students we should realize the importance of the mayoral election. The outcome will effect our apartment safety issues, how we get along with neighbors and government, and whether or not downtown Wilkes-Barre will be revitalized." For more information about registering to vote please contact Jim Harrington at harringt@wilkes.edu. The primary elections will be held on May 6, 2003. With Commuter Council finally claiming its new lounge-the group holds its grand opening today-one community service tradition is left to find another spot: V.l.S.I.O.N. But some wonder if the wellknown city homeless shelter for men should return at all. VISION Volunteers In Service In Our Neighcontinued on page 5 borhoods (V.I.S.I.O.N.) was created in 1987 with the goal of getting homeless men off the streets and providing them News ............................................. 1-5 with what they need to find their way back into society. In Editorial.. .................................... 6-7 recent years, Wilkes has Features ..................................... 8-10 contributed to V.I.S.1.O.N.'s cause by providing the Arts Entertainment.. ........... 11-14 program part of the basement Sports._. .................................... 15-19 in Conyngham Hall for temporary shelter. V.I.S.I.O.N. Calendar........................................ 20 locates temporary shelter for Index: & �2 Student Government held its weekly meeting on Wednesday, April 2. Their agenda included.the following: "Adventures in Scienctr"requested $800 to help pay for their program which conducts scientific lab simulations for elementary students on April 25. SG approved their request 26-0-6. SG Discussed the Smoking Lounge , APRIL 3 2003 NEWS in the SLCi SG agreed to conduct another survey and use.the results to create a recommendation for administration at SG's next meeting. Due to student concerns, the elections for presidents will begin on April 9 and continue into April 10. Presidential electionsinclude those for Student Government. Commuter Council,IRHC. and OCC. ·;,. _..... Commuter Council announced that the grand opening for its new lounge in the basement of Conyngham will be held today, April3between Uamand 1pm. The Spring Fling will be Held Friday, April 4. Approximately 182 students will be in.attendance il'l add.ition to several faculiy and staff guests. The Wilkes-Barre Police department came out in full force yesterday to respond to what they were told was a hostage situation on the comer of Ross and Main streets, in the downtown and near the Wilkes campus. It turned out to be a hoax. As Police Chief Anthony George explained, "Roughly at IO a.m. [Wednesday] we received a call from an unknown person who said that there was a subject being held hostage by a black male in toe Murray Complex building." George explained that soon after, Wilkes-Barre police responded to the scene. "We went to the door, and no one responded. So at that point in time we secured the building and called our hostage negotiation team." The negotiation team, unable to make contact, secured the scene and made what George decrib~d as a "soft entry" which is, as he explained, "just breaking the door down and enter the building with our protective shields and our entry team." When Wilkes-Barre Police and Luzerne County_ Detectives entered the building they discovered that no one was inside the • building. "We had to take all the precautions to ma~e sure no one was inside the building," George said. As to finding the anonymous caller who phoned in the false report, George said that the department would be investigating further. But George guaranteed, "When the caller is found, they'll be charged." _ AsChiefGeorge pointed out, this is not the first incident to which police have responded at the building. Several weeks ago; police responded to a murder scene in the hallway of the complex building. Wilkes University 192 South Franklin St. Hollenback Hall Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 E-mail: +· wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com Hostage Scare on Ross Street BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor The Box Beacon 111 Staff The Beacon/JJ Hanson A Wilkes-Barre Police Officer removes the tape barracade after the alledged "hostage situation" was proven to be a hoax. Managing Editor Marcus Sowcik Editorial Board Chair Dennis Ferenchick Asst. Opinion Editor Amanda Darbenzio News Editor Gabe LeDonne Asst. News Editor Joseph DeAngelis Asst. News Editor Gabrielle Lamb Features Editor Bridget Giunta Asst. 'Feature's 'Editof • I Kristen Bradigan A&E Editor Jessica Skutack Asst. A&E Editor Raphael Cooper Sports Editor Kevin Sickle Asst. Sports Editor J.J. Hanson Photo/Graphics Editor Kristin Hake Asst. Photo/Graphics · Editor Mick Jenkins Online Editor Mike Burke Advertising and Business Manager Dave Grasso Faculty Advisor Andrea · reemer Frantz Background Info llittau1 --a•~...,.,.-. . i - r. • aon ma kJI . --1111111ha aid ani aulr:lanN a1 a pa,a,nol ~.,.,_,-...lo<. nu. Is why GadlGntt ,_ _ ~ wlh ()(IM Real~ 1111 ID 1JN10 _.,, •-AMI Waiki 1111 Pf19'111'- ""1ioh 1nci.- • , _ . ooaa11 l""iued at '31i5]. Wlai • I - mk. p <l0UIII win a y u ~ AIMIi Wofld 101 prcgano 1c your_, pianrir'IJ * Established in 1944 * Member of the Pennsylvania Landlrg • p1> • ane a1 ,,_ _ ""'")QI.., Nlgflit..t lo ... al w-ww .'A•ilkG&SbQ.'lcon.comigri1dzon., dlat__._, Newspaper Association * Printed on Thursdays, with the exception of holidays * 1,500 papers distributed weekly �APRIL 3, 2003 NATI ONAL/INTERNATIONAL Much anticipated affir01ative action cases go before Supre01e Court News Briefs Courtesy of ~he Associated Press Pentagon asks, 'Where's_Saddam?' every day, in possible campaign to smoke him out WASHINGJON (AP)-Pentagon officials insist they don't know whether Saddam Hussein has survived two weeks of bombing. 1n case he's alive, however, they appear to be trying to baithim*into showing himself. , ·· Defensy Secretary Donald H. Rurnsfeld started the drumbeat Sunday, saying there were unconfirmed reports that members of Saddam's family -including his first wife, the mother of his two sons-had begun to flee. · "Where is Saddam Hussein? Where is Qusai? Where is Odai-his sons? They're not talking," Rumsfeld said on "Fox News Sunday." Thens taking a page Monday from the war in Afghanistan, his spokes\Voman, Victoria Clarke, revived a statement Rumsfeld used last year on the whereabouts of alQaida leader Osama bin Laden, who to this day eludes American forces.-'.1Since the coalition bombed Saddam's headquarters at the very beginning of the war, the world has neither seen his hide nbr hair, only tapes," she said in her opening statement at the daily Pentagon news conference. On Wednesday, Rumsfeld questioned aloud, in a press conference that would be broadcast to Iraqis, why Saddam had not made a recent television appearance. "The fact that Saddam Hussein did not show up for his televised speech today is interesting," he said, referring to Iraqi Information Minister Mohammed Saeed alSahhafs reading a statement in Saddam's name. The government had told television networks to be ready for a statement from Saddam. It was unclear why al-Sahhaf delivered the address for Saddam, who has been seen on tape delivering two addresses since the war began March 20 with the bombiqg of the Baghdad complex. Analysts said the repeated remarks on Saddam may ~so be designed to sow seeds of doubt among Iraqis and thus weaken the regime and hasten its collapse. Three Pentagon officials said privately they believe the longer Saddam remains out of the public view, the more suspicious Iraqis will become about his circumstances. _ The White House also on Tuesday pointedly raised fresh doubts about Saddam's status. --------------------- Et!J.!lls;Jntimidation arrests have Lackawanna County officials concerned of three white men last month on charges of ethnic intimidation have officials here concerned the area could be targeted by white supremacists. Lackawanna County District Attorney Andy Jarbola said he thinks the three are members of an organized hate group, possibly the Keystone State Skinheads. "There are indications that a group is trying to' grow roots in the northeastern portion of the state," Jarbola said: · Antoni Williams, a black man, was walking home March 23 around 2:3Q a.m. 'when he encountered Keith Camey, Steve Monteforte and Steven Smith, police said. With bricks in hand, the three asked Williams whether he had ever "got beat up by a skinhead," police said. Williams ran away and called police with his cellular phone. The group then drove by and threw a brick at Williams while yelling racial slurs, officials said. When police arrived, the three fled. Jarbola said he's been in contact with other law enforcement agencies about hate groups possibly being in the area. He said he wasn't aware of a spike in possible hate crimes. "I want everyone to understand that this type of activity will not be tolerated by this office," Jarbola said Monday after the trio's preliminary hearing was postponed. Camey, 21, of Feasterville; Monteforte, 33, of West Pittston; and Smith, 31, of West Chester, are charged with ethnic intimidation, making terroristic threats, possession of a switchblade knife, and disorderly co~duct. The Keystone State Skinheads Web site says the group has six chapters in the state: Altoona, Greensburg/Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Lancaster, Philadelphia and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. Ice cream maker cooks up April Fools' Day flavor FREDONIA, N.Y. (AP)-An ice cream maker is inviting April fools to line up for a aste of his newest flavor: suffering succotash. Scott Aldrich mixed com and lima eans with vanilla ice cream and threw in pimentos for color. The concoction continues his 20-year tradition of making a bizarre flavor in onor of April Fools' Day. "I don't know how we came up with it; we just picked it," he aid. With 35 gallons on hand, Aldrich Beef and Ice Cream Parlor, about 40 miles outhwest of Buffalo, began offering free samples on Tuesday. Past flavors have incorporated, among other things, sauerkraut, bacon and ggs, creamed com, pork and beans and beef gravy. 3 By Anne Gearan Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON (AP)-Supreme Court justices, confronting affirmative action in higher education for the first time since outlawing quotas 25 years ago, debated Tuesday whether colleges and universities may legally consider, race when admitting students. Hearing oral arguments 'on admissions policies at the University of Michigan and its law school, the justices aggressively questioned lawyers for plaintiffs and the school. The Bush administration's top lawyer also took part, arguing that the university's law school program "is a thinly disguised quota." But Solicitor General Theodore Olson stopped short of declaring that race could never be part of admissions policies, and several justices made the point that the high court has allowed limited use of race as a criterion in other contexts. Justice Clarence Thomas, the court's only black member, broke his customary silence during oral arguments to closely question a university lawyer about whether affirmative action has furthered the broader social goal of racial understanding and harmony. "Do you think your admissions (policies) at least provided some headwind toward that?" Thomas asked. The arguments took place in the ornate courtroom as a crowd of 5,000 to 7,000 mostly pro-affirmative action demons'trators carried placards and shouted slogans outside. Not since the court ruled out quotas in the University of California v. Bakke decision a quarter-century ago had justices come to such a direct confrontation with the affirmative action issue. Their decision, expected by July, will be awaited not only by higher education but by the business world as well. Kirk Kolbo, a lawyer for white applicants rejected by the university and its law school, told the justices the goal of promoting diversity on campuses is not a compelling reason to justify giving preferential treatment to minorities. Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, considered a key swing vote on this issue, said law schools make many choices in picking students, and she wondered aloud why they could not also consider race. Said Olson: "They're using stereotypes in an effort, they say, to break down stereotypes." In a fractured ruling in the 1978 Bakke case, the court struck down E==========================~ quota systems but left some room for race to be a factor in university admissions. Olson, in fact, stopped short of calling on the court to end affirmative action. And O'Connor pressed him on whether the court should uses these cases to ban the use of race. "We're reluctant to say never," he said. Justice Anthony Kennedy, another key vote, asked Kolbo if colleges should be concerned when blacks and Hispanics are underrepresented, making up a small percentage of students. "We need to get away from the notion that there's some right number," he responded. Kennedy said that leaders often look at diversity, adding: "I should think that's a very legitimate concern of the state." Justice Stephen Breyer said there were arguments that schools should reach out to people of all races, to train minorities to be leaders in law, military, government and other fields. The court was hearing back-toback arguments asking how and whether race can be a factor when public colleges and universities choose their students. More broadly, the cases stemming from the university's admissions policies ask wrenching legal and constitutional questions ~bout equality, fairness, opportunity and history. · The court's ruling could effectively end any state-sponsored affirmative action, or it could rewrite the rules for when race may be a factor in government decisions. The law school, considered in the top IO in the country, receives about 4,000 applications a year and admits just 350 students. Justice Antonin Scalia said the university, in creating such a hardaccess school, set itself up for a situation that would result in racial imbalance. Michigan's admissions policies have been under fire since 1997, when the university was sued by two whites denied admission to its undergraduate school and a third denied admission to its law school. Each claimed they were passed over in favor of less-qualified minority students. Applicants for Michigan's undergraduate classes are scored by points, with minorities or some poor applicants receiving a boost of 20 points on a scale of 150. At the law school, admissions officers use a looser formula that tries to ensure each class has .a "critical mass" of about 10 percent or 12 percent minority enrollment. �4 NEWS APRIL 3 2003 SG Holds Leadership Conferenee for High Schools BY GABRIELLE LAMB Beacon Assistant News Editor Approximately thirty-five Bishop Hafey High School students from Hazleton flocked the Wilkes campus on Friday, March 28, for a leadership training conference held by Wilkes Students Government members. The high school students participated in multiple training workshops from 91 p.m., in the Henry Student Center, which defined leadership and taught students how to become better leaders in their high school setting. Dean Mark Allen, Student Government Advisor, said the idea came about as Student Government members of Wilkes looked to perform community service, while educating others about leadership skills. "We encourage organizations to perform community service," said Allen . "Because Student Government is about leadership, I felt that they could share their talents with high school student governments. " Student Government President, Selena Bednarz agrees that the experience is important for both the high school and college students. "Everyone seemed to be interested and excited in meeting with the high school student governments and doing a leader- ship program with them. The goal is to give us the opportunity to·be leaders and mentor younger high school students, which is the good thing about the program beqmse it helps both parties involved. It seems our student government learns from teaching and leading the younger, high school students, and the high school students learn from us and the different activities we do with them," said Bednarz. The conference was divided into a number of interactive, leadership and training exercises which high school students participated in. As Commuter Council President Lindsey Wotanis . points out, it wasn't only about being a good leader, but defining the meaning of what a leader should be. "We had a leadership exercise in which the students had to 'redefine' leadership and what _it means to be a leader. For example, we talked about people like Saddam Hussein who are leaders; but not necessarily ones we would admire," said Wotanis. Gail Minichiello, Coordinator of Community Service, spoke to students on the importance of community service within a leadership organization and how to get involved in community service in their hometown. "I encourage the students to seek out ways in their school and community to utilize an existing community service organization at their school, such as Key Club. The high school students were then broken into groups, each with a Wilkes University student facilitator at their table, to begin to brainstorm and plan out their first steps to organizing a service project through their high school," said Minichiello. "They had to determine what is a real need within their community. What kind of community service project could address this need? How would you start to organize this project, and so on." Another project challenged students to work as a team and practice the leadership skills they learned throughout the day. · "We did a bridge building exercise which allowed the students to work in small groups, and test their leadership skills. It was really a great exercise because afterwards, they were able to look back at the project and see who contributed to the final product, who did not, and see which students really stood out as leaders," said Wotanis. Due to the success of this first leader- Bub.hie ship conference, SG members have more projects lined up. "I think this is a great opportunity for the high school kids because they have fun, they learn, they get to meet some college kids, and they definitely walk away with something from the experience," said Bednarz. "After the first session, all the Student Government leaders from Wilkes felt that the high school· students enJoyed themselves and opened up to new ideas and suggestions. We observed how the students act towards each other and their leadership abilities, then we would assess it and give them some feedback. I think it helped hearing it from college students." Today Bishop Hoban High School from Wilkes-Barre will visit the Wilkes campus to participate in Jhe copfererc,e. • , Lake Lehman High School is al~o rx.P,ec'te? 1 ' to schedule a date to attend in the future. "Given the success of the first program I believe this could be a tradition for student government in the years to come," said Allen. Continued from page 1 JUST BECAUSE IT'S ON SALE DOESN'T MEAN YOU CAN AFFORD IT. Some SG members argue that the investment into the smoking lounge has been "burnt." Le.a:m,ng N:$1)()!1:&i:ble Uf\tlltlC:111 blthl'iiOr now WUI ke~ wou out <>1 trouble 1.n the future. f Ind out how ta mana9e de~ avoid detault on vour st!JCl•nt k>an ,and live eom1ortabfy within your ,..,.ana at the 0,1:line source f.. smart s.tvdents. .......--.,. 11111a Senior biochemistry and psychology major responded derisively to SG's concerns. ·"They get uppity about it not being taken care of. But we brought in ashtrays and the cleaning ladies came in and took them out. We tried to get a Smoking Bubble Club, so that we could get $300 and renovate this place. They (SG) said no, that it wasn'.t a just cause," Bourassa-Lavoie said, referring to a proposal that he and several other smokers took to Student Government last year, but were denied club status. However, SG decided to withhold final judgement for their recommendation to administration on what to do about the smoking lounge. "We're definitely not pushing to get rid of it yet," Bednarz pointed out. SG decided to send out another survey to the student population to gain more focused feedback on what they would like to see replace the smoking lounge, if anything. This survey will be sent out to every student's Wilkes email account sometime within the week. The Beacon/Kristin Hake But once SG makes its recommendation to administration, a slew of other groups must still weigh in on the bubble decision. As Dr. Paul Adams, Vice President of Student Affairs, stated, "Since the 'bubble' concept was created through a multi-constituency process, Mr. Byers (Scott Byers, Vice President of Finance Support and Operations) and I want to be .sure that before any changes are made, that all concerned have a chance to weighin on the issue. There's no question that a recommendation from SG would be an important consideration." But Adaffii- also said, "My sense is that with each passing academic year, support for the "smoking bubble" diminishes. Both Mr. Byers and I have received requests that the "bubble" go away." SG plans to vote on a recommendation at their next meeting which is scheduled for April 9 at 6 p.m., using the new survey to help guide its recommendation. �APRIL 3 2003 NEWS 5 Polishing up Gold Parking - BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor After complaints from commuters and questions raised about \Stipulation that seemingly had no explanation behind it, the Parking Committee decided to revise the Gold Parking program for both the short- and long-term. Lindsey Wotan is, Commuter Counoil President, said, "We decided that we're going to go to a new system next year that VISION will take the emphasis off commuter lots and put it on a more 'mix' lot." As Wotanis explained, the 30 spaces currently used by faculty in the Temple of Israel lot will be designated for visitors, and those faculty spots moved to a new lot scheduled to be paved over the summer. Wotanis pointed out though that the Temple lot will still be used as an overflow for faculty on non Gold Parking Days. But Wotanis said, "That lot will be used for only visitors during Gold returned after V.I.S.I,O.N.'s stay, "There was stuff moved around. All of our papers were moved around. There was food still stuck on the table." But there was a bigger problem for the staff beyond the mess. "Another editor found that the computer, mouse and keyboard from our only computer in there were missing-everything except the monitor," Kile said. The computer, as I think students get an understanding of what Kile explained, had information homelessness is and who the homeless are, and on the computer there's a tremendous benefit in that. valuable to - Mark Allen Yearbook. "It Dean of Students had all of our -----=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=------ pages from the yearbook, holds office space in the basement yearbook." "It held us back about three weeks, of Conyngham Hall. Kristin Kile, a sophomore communication studies major, serves as plus we lost a week when V.I.S.1.O.N. occupied our office space," said Jim Amnicola's editor, and said that when staff .L ove Yo-u rself Protect Your Future P1anneit Partirt1tlood tre:~s yoo pratoot •'fOJf rutme by onenttg afu.rdabte ser.•ioesinoiuding: • Birth Ccntrol • Hrvl esmng E~21rm; • STD le:;En9/Trr:t.alrnmt • Pregnancy Testing • Emmgsr,:y Oa1nra4oco {EC) ECtakm \\ihin 72 hrs. cf unprolev'im sax~ reduoeyour -d laru otpregrmcy try nea:ty ~ A'ff41~e at oor bM1h oon~s. 631. Franklin St.t \VUbs-Barre 570~824,-8921 AJm mSorantoo & 1-i:azhton1 1~2;1i'.J.PLAN, WW'tlt'.ppnep..c.-(l Fil l=I' lot. No lots will be excluded." This repeals a previous stipulation that excluded "Resident Only" lots from Gold Parking. The restriction, according to those interviewed in an article in the 3/27 issue of The Beacon, didn't seem to have a clear justification. Selena Bednarz, SG President and member of the Parking Committee commented, "I think the new system will work a lot better... hopefully." Continued from page 1 - ti_me, Wilkes will need to find new space for V.I.S.1.O.N. in order to continue housing the homeless. But some wonder if the program should continue to be invited on campus, with several safety and security issues raised in conjunction with the function-the most recent of these occurring during V.I.S.1.O.N.'s last visit to Wilkes in early February. The staff of the Amnicola, the college • GYN Parking days rather than impact the commuter lot. So I'm happy about it." Since this system won't be in effect until the fall, the Parking Committee also came up with a temporary plan that would ease the crunch on commuters during Gold Parking days that may come up between now and the end of the semester. "For the rest of the semester, we're going to open up the residence lots during Gold Parking Days so on those days anyone in the paid parking system can park inJ1ny · Planned Parent.hoocr cffNa1:hEN:A.Ylr&;ivaria Harrington, Amnicola's advisor. But university faces with homeless visitors Harrington was quick to add, "We do not wandering into residence halls and buildblame anyone from V.I.S.1.O.N .. .I want that ings. stated clearly.'' "It's an inherent concern," comIt is worth pointing out that The mented John Leedock, Resident Director of Beacon has not substantiated any proof Evans Hall. "It is a good cause, but because whatsoever that the mis.sing computer was of their social status, there are concerns connected to the corresponding time of that maybe our level of awareness should V.I.S.1.O.N. 's most recent stay on campus. be elevated," Leedock said. Beyond Amnicola 's problems, Bailey concurred with Leedock, however, the Office of Public Safety also had saying that some additional questions have its share of problems with the guests from to be asked before V.I.S.1.O.N. returns to · V.I.S.1.O.N. campus. During periodic walk-throughs, Public "Who's providing supervision? Safety officers reported finding the homeV.I.S.1.O.N. , even though they're a nonprofit less guests in places that they were not organization, is going to have to supposed to be. "There were vagrants be ... responsible. How are we exposing the caught, and had to be escorted back to university to liability by doing this activity? where they were supposed to be," said Chris How are we exposing the _students to Bailey, Director of Public Safety. Those danger or risks by doing this activity?" places, as Bailey described included the were some of the questions that Bailey upper floor of Conyngham, as well as Evans raised. Hall , a building housing nearly 300 We have to weigh the benefit with the costs. hundred students. "Obviously, Do you really want to sacrifice the security in there's not overother areas of the university just so you can prosight. They're not vide a homeless shelter? policing their own, - Chris Bailey and at that point, Director of Public Safety we have to weigh the benefit with the As far as the current status of costs. Do you really want to sacrifice the V.I.S.1.O.N. returning to campus in the security in other areas of the university just so you can provide a homeless shelter?" upcoming semesters, Mark Allen, Dean of Students commented that "The Office of said Bailey. Community Service along with the·appropri"Some things haven't been resolved," ate student leaders and administrators will agreed Gail Minichiello, Coordinator of look at our future relationship with Community Service. V.J.S.1.O.N. from the standpoint of having But Minichiello downplayed the location challenges given the loss of the importance of the incidents, saying with concern to Amnicola 's problem, "It probably Conyngham space.'' But Allen said that in his experience, wasn't that valuable except for the information on there. It was an older computer, not he considers the program "well managed.'' highly valuable ... nothing really came of And although Allen concedes that there are that." certain risks involved with the program, as Minichiello refused to comment on is the case with any program, he concluded, "I think students get an understanding of other matters though 1 explaining, "Honestly.. .! don't want this in the paper.'' what homelessness is and who the homeBut some still take issue with the less are, and there's a tremendous benefit in that." safety and security problems that the �6 EDITORIAL APRIL 3, 2003 The Future of Televised Sports: Stars Snould Stick Where's the Love? NBA Action is fantastic! Oh, is it? Possibly, America's top urban pasttime-basketballdominates the school yards in all of our nation's big cities and urban areas. Young hoopsters of today and yesterday have grown up idolizing and hoping to be the next Wilt Chamberlain, Magic Johnson, or Michael Jordan. But as the trend goes, it seems corporate America is going to try" and take this away. You see, it's a gradual phasing out of what the common or poor person's television may access, and the NBA is most responsible for this change. Indulge the thought, if you will. This 2002-03 NBA season marked the point at which the NBA struck a lucrative deal with ABC and ESPN that shifted the coverage of regular season games from NBC. But the problem lies in the fact that the playoffs and Eastern and Western conference finals, • normally viewed on NBC, have moved to the cable TV Network ofESPN. NBA action is now officially not fantastic. Where corporate America thrives, urban community members are further deprived by not being able to see their hometown players play ... except for a price. With cable fees rising to astronomical rates, it is a wonder any people, let alone those on limited income, can afford cable service in addition to the week's worth of food. And above all, these are the people who deserve to see their heroes play. Sometimes it is all they have to look forward to. Not only are most of the NBA players from those inner cities, but if it wasn't for these people living in the citi~s. there wouldn't be arenas, stadiums, or ballparks to play in. Nevermind the fact that people want to see their neighborhood superstar ball. For example, in many of these cities, the city taxpayers • are required to pay more in taxes to fund the erection of these arenas/ballparks/stadiums. In Philadelphia, Lincoln Financial Field was constructed and became a heated topic of debate. While Veterans Stadium was falling apart, a new stadium was a great solution. Unfortunately, what came with it was an increase in city taxes to fund it. If the NFL follows the trend the NBA has, soon the NFL will find the majority of its games on cable. Once more, the fans lose out. The fans also lost out when Philadelphia's new stadium was named Lincoln Financial Field and not a name that captured the history or essence of the city, such as · Liberty stadium, or Eagles stadium. Rather, Jeffrey Lurie and Lincoln Financial had the audacity to publicly tell the fans notto use any· nicknames when referring to the stadium to properly "respect their investment." Fans simply seem to. have no place in the era of the Corporate Giant. Another corporate takeover penalizing the m1ddle class are new stadiums such as Lincoln Financial Field having PSL's or Personal Seating Licences. For a flat and onetime fee of approximately $5000, one is entitled to a seat for every home game for the next 20 years or as noted by the agreement. What this ensures is the fact that the owner gets his money up front while the richer fans are free to monopolize a seat in which they are free to convert on their investment and charge more than the seat is actually worth. What these owners are ultimately condoning is glorified to Jhe·Stage scalping. It appears that these "fans" who are fortunate enough to afford the $5000 tickets/seats are certainly for good old capitalism. These offenses against fans have not occurred overnight. There are people out there who can remember watching the boxing fight of the week that aired on ABC's Wide World of Sports. Whatever happened to that? Boxing today is not to be heard of, let alone seen, on any regular stations. If you want to see any type of a boxing match, you might as well mosey on down to the nearest bar because unless you have subscribed to pay-per-view, you won't be seeing Iron Mike having a little snack at the expense .of his opponent. Is this the future of our remaining televised sports? First it starts with an NBA all-star game. Then an entire season is affected. Personal Seating Liscence~ and other examples of a balanced diet of disrespect fed to the household and fans of blue collar America, all make for considerable indigestion. While the white-collar people such as Jeffrey Lurie are sipping coffee in their offices and making sure their kids won't have to worry about working in their lives, our modem day gladiators are balling in the streets looking for that opportunity to rise above the elements presented to them in their common middle- and lowincome neighborhoods. Just as boxing fell victim to cable and pay-per-view, thus becoming the most questionable and corrupt of all sports, so, too, will football, baseball and basketball. If we take away the inspirations of Allen Iverson, Donovan McNabb, and Derek Jeter by letting corporate America capitalize, the future of sports will slip away from the common people who made it to begin with. BY JJ. HANSON Beacon Assistant Sports Editor When speaking about her opinion on President Bush, Cher is quoted as saying, "I don't like Bush.. .! don't trust him. I don't like his record. He's stupid. He's lazy.'' Talk about the pot calling the kettle black. I hate to upset all of you pro-Cher folks from the valley, bu~ this woman is quite possibly the most stupid of all celebrities. This rocket scientist got all the way to 9th grade. She is defiriantly a person whose opinion I take to heart [heavy sarcasm]. Cher is one of the many social elites who have been generously offering the American public their uninformed opinion on just about everything political. It seems at least once a day a new star is bad-mouthing the President, the country, and the war. I know that I am not tne · only one who could care less what Martin Sheen has to say about Operation Iraqi Freedom. I must note thatMr. Sheen unfortunately failed his entrance exam to the Universitiof Dayton. Perhaps if he passed, got a Bachelor's degree, then went for an advanced degree, and worked for 20 years in a defense or governmentrelated field I would care what he says about American policy and military strategy, but he didn't. He is an actor, he doesn't know Jack, and all he does is waste airtime when I could be hearing real news. Next on the list of the · worthless and famous is recent Oscar award-winning documentarian Michael Moore. This guy is a big, gigantic jerk. I would think ofmore of a sophisticated insult, but this bum doesn't deserve one. His huge intellect amazes me. Apparently when you make documentaries, you stop watching the news. My little sister ' could tell me that an overwhelming majority of ,Americans support Operation IraqiFreedomf:But according to ~r.Moore, "There is ;, virtually NO ONE in America who is gung-ho to go to war. Trust me on this one." At the time he gave that comment twothirds of all Americans supported the war. It amaze~ me that antiBush, anti-war, anti-America camp actually believes that these idiots are good spokespeople. As my old pappy used to say, "When you hang . out with crap, you start to smell like crap." It works here, too. Apparently, when you listen to idiots, you start to sound like an idiot. I suppose as a person on the pro-war, pro-Bush, and proAmerica side of the fence I should be happy about the conduct of the protestors. The whole lot of them has completely turned away people who were on the fence. They have managed to discredit themselves repeatedly. Their entire movement ~as become a joke. ~nd leading thi~ c,h:ir,~1.il ,"_., 1 ,, mcoherent morons 1s the sociaf elite of Hollywood. They are adapting with the common man whom they represent from their $4 million homes in Beverly Hills. You people must be kidding. Wait, I have an idea! This is great. If you want to help your cause, go into a busy intersection, block traffic, and then get into a fight with the police. Really, it will work, and the American public will flock to your cause. The American public will be outraged and will join the cause. Actually, no, the American public thinks that you're a bunch of nostalgic hippies and uninformed kids. In fact, I'd bet that most of the American public took pleasure in watching a San Francisco cop crack his nightstick over some idiot's head. I know I did. Where is Janeane Garofalo now,jerk? I hear them making links betweert Vietnam and this war. Do you want to know what the difference between these wars is? During Vietnam you had well-educated people thinking out effectiye protests to make a valid poi{\t. Now, you havf ·t, :1:··_.k: - ~-~-..'. ~-::--·?:..i •·,1 �APRIL 3, 2003 EDITORIAL 7 Naming the Most Heinous of Crimes: Child Abuse and Murder BY CHAD ALTIERI Beacon Staff Writer A couple of weeks ago, I examined the case of Kari Engholm and her blatant neglect as a parent. She was the woman who left her 7-month-old baby Claire in the back seat of the car for nine hours. I stated that I thought we are living in a world of irresponsibility. I still hold that view. A Hazelton teen, Chester Miller, was 18 years old, and weighed 63 pounds when he died at Santa Rosa Medical Center in Milton, Fla. The autopsy showed bruising, proof of abuse. To even try to imagine what happened to him makes me shudder. This is the kind of story that almost brings me to physical sickness. Chester Miller's domestic situation was the portrait of tragedy waiting to happen. Chester's father, Robert Miller, left the family and moved to Florida, leaving Chester with his mother. His mother then began living with Paul Hoffman Sr. According to the Cyber Nation of Freedom website, Robert Miller stated, "I left him to live with his mother because I couldn't provide him with a family." Little did he know what that family was doing to his son. According to speculation by many witnesses, Hoffman Sr. didn't like Chester because the young man wasn't his son. Family members have admitted he would lock Chester in his room to stand for twelve hours, and if he ever caught him moving, Hoffman would beat the boy. Chester was beaten every day. Chester's mother, Lyda, stood back and let this happen. She even engaged in the senseless acts herself. According to reports, the "parents" wouldn'flet him out of the house to see friends or attend school. They just kept him locked in his room, and beat him. Worst of all, they didn't feed him. ·And if they did, it was only table scraps as if he were a dog, and not their son. This boy apparently lived a life that none of us can imagine. When he turned 18, he took a •desperate trip to find his father in Florida. Reports are conflicting about what exactly happened to precipitate this trip. Most media reports have suggested that Hoffman and Chester's mother felt they "couldn't handle" Chester any longer and that he needed to find his biological father. They bought a bus ticket and basi.cally said, "Go find him." It was a trying trip, lasting 24 hours. · · Once Chester reached Florida, the boy, looking like a holocaust victim, stumbled around the community until he fell on the doorstep of Janice Goodman. Upon opening the door, the woman was taken back by the boy's frail appearance and sunken eyes. According to the Cyber Nation of Freedom website, Goodman stated, "His eyes were sunken deep into their sockets, and had dark circles around them. His skin had a sickly pale pallor to it. There were purplish bruises on his hands and arms." Goodman's brother, Charles Blanchard is quoted as saying that Chester told him he was forced by his mother and Hoffman Sr. to sign a paper stating that he wasn't starved or abused. A perfect stranger, Goodman fed him, let him shower, and allowed him to rest. Then she called 911. According to the MSNBC website, doctors had to do emergency surgery on Stars Continued from p~ge 6 neducated dopes, fighting cops nd being disruptive to piss ople off. · I would say one out of very five peopl~ in the 19% of ·••·· mericans w.h o oppose tJie waf ctualJy have a thought·out, , well:,c• nf9rrned opi,nion. The oth~r fou e'tnindless ,radicals who disagr ust for the.sii.ke of being .against the mainstream. They are fanatics. They are irresponsible. They are everything their celebrity leaders have cultivated them to be. So when you hear,these boz · spouting off reip~mber ' e almost all i~cre . . ' Chester's stomach and intestines. His condition was so bad, he went into cardiac arrest and was resuscitated. He died four days later in the Santa Rosa Medical Center, and the autopsy showed starvation and abuse to be the causes. Luzerne County District Attorney Dave Lupas has said this is the worst case of abuse he has seen in office. It is amazing to me that Chester's mother would.allow a man into her home who beat her son. It is equally amazing that she would condone and engage in these disgusting acts. If the reports are true, this couple actually made Chester sign a paper saying that he wasn't beaten or starved. How repulsive are these human beings? In my view, though, the mother is the worst. This is her biological child, and she not only allowed his abuse, but apparently also participated in it. Although the charges in his death are not equal-Hoffman Sr. has been charged with third degree murder and Miller has been charged with involuntary manslaughter-they equally killed this boy in my 0pinion. It isn't just a case of neglect. This is gross neglect and malice. The sad part is this isn't the only case of abuse and starvation in this country. _This is actually happening to others. The responsibility lies with the parents. In this case, responsibility lies with Lyda Miller. Most mothers are nurturing, loving, and know what's best for their children. To even associate with · someone who beats a child is appalling. To participate in such behavior-particularly againstyour own flesh and blood-is staggering. I don't know what is wrong with people. Chester suffered and died prematurely because of them. The justice system should see to it that these two never see the light of day again. It's a good thing for them the United States has the justice system it does. Under Hamurabi Code, they might be starved for a few years, and beaten daily. Under our system, there is no equal punishment for this heinous crime. OnTop ofthe Situation Wilkes-Barre Mayor Thomas McGroarty made an appearance during yesterday's hostage situation, making sure all operations were running smoothly and that the media was well informed. The Beacon/JJ Hanson Letter to the Edito·r We got caught!! Mr. J.J. Hanson, Beacon Assistant Sports Editor, has called the world's attention (at least those persons in the world who read his column) to the fact that Business and ebusiness (sic) are "fake majors." Now that the truth has been revealed, the Business Division respectfully requests that the University amend its admissions application for persons who indicate a preference for Business and/or e-business (sic) as follows: ** All applicants for admission to Business and ebusiness (sic) programs must be either intellectually challenged or demonstrate a competence to play sports (preference given to football). Applicants able to provide an annotated bibliography (or who know what the term means) will not be considered. Transfers from other "fake majors," specifically, Pharmacy, Communications, and Elementary Education, are encouraged to · apply. Applicants must attest to their financial ability to "waste" $20,000 per year on garbage/ complete garbage.** The above comments are, of course, as in the Hansonian spirit, made in jest. They are reminiscent of the spoofs offered in such great works as Jim Carrey's "Dumb and Dumber," Steve Martin's "The Jerk," and Fyodor Dostoevsky's "The Idiot." Anthony L. Liuzzo, J.D., Ph.D. Director of the Business Division Professor of Business and Economics �8 FEATURES APRIL 3, 2003 "The Diversity of Life" Takes Shape Artists weigh in on the challenges of mural work BYELVIRAILLIANO BeaconStaff Writer This is the second article in a series of three that will examine the evolution of an original piece of art. The first article focused on the teacher's perspective and Looked at how artistic creativity can be coached. The second examines the student artists' perspectives in the process of creation. And the third will look at the audience's reaction upon the unveiling of the finished product toward the end of the semester. "The Diversity of Life," a mural being created by six Wilkes University students, is swiftly and beautifully coming to completion. The mural, a mixture dart and biology, is located on the third floor of the Stark Learning Center. It depicts everything from single cell organisms such as slime, to animals such as rats and birds, as well as human life in the form of an unborn child. All drawings and designs are linked by a double helix snake form. Brittany Kramer, a Wilkes University sophomore majoring in English, stated that the title of the mural definitely fits their project. "We have something from all the different kingdoms and biological areas. It is very diverse," she stated. The greatest obstacle "The Diversity of Life" artists face, as Sharon Bowar, Associate Professor of Art at Wilkes University, explained, is to mix each student's unique way of painting and have the mural come together as one final product. Bridget McHale, a sophomore Biology Administration major, described how she and the class were working to reach that goal. "First of all, we drew on the wall and sketched everything. Then we figured out the colors to use the different paint and then spending a lot of time looking at pictures and different sketches to come up with what we wanted the mural to look like," McHale said. With such a lengthy and demanding project to complete, students have definitely been feeling the pressure. "It's time consuming," several .students stated. "You are not just painting for yourself; you have to pay attention to what everyone else is doing because it all has to go together," added Kramer. On the up side, as John Muscarella, a junior Business Administration major, indicated, "This is going to be on the wall for years to come and my name is going to be on it along with the rest of the class." Christie Reid, a senior majoring in Sociology, gave an additional positive aspect. "You get to work with other people, yet you still have your own individual part, too," Reid said. The mural will be completed by the end of the semester and presented in an unveiling ceremony during the week of spring finals. All are encouraged to attend this uniquely diverse event. Christianna Reid paints on the mural in the Biology Club room as part of her Art 391 class. Campuses That Care Week Celebrates Community Service BY MELISSA JURGENSEN BeaconStaff Writer Every year, Wilkes students contribute more than 29,000 hours of community service at 100 local agencies and programs. The Volunteer Services program here at Wilkes University encourages students to participate in its various activities. Campuses That Care Week, which began on March 29 and ends on April 4th, is a collaborative community service project held in conjunction with efforts at King's College. Students have the opportunity to perform community service with different non-profit agencies in the Wilkes-Barre area. It also provides a chance to have more students get involved in community service and to foster a good relationship with King's College students. Upcoming events include a concert today, April 3, at 7 :30 p.m. featuring Skywind, Armsbendback, and the Punchball Hustlers, at the King's College Student Center in Connerton's Cafe [see page 14 in this issue for further details]. Friday, April 4th, from J -3 p.m., students will do arts and crafts with disabled clients of the United Cerebral Palsy of Wilkes Barre. "The purpose of having an Office of Community Service at Wilkes University is to encourage more students to be actively involved in community service," said Gail Minichiello, Coordinator of Volunteer Services. "We match a student's interest to a real community need." The goal of Campuses That Care Week is to enable students to help at nonprofit agencies and support the work that those agencies do. Students can also learn about community needs by serving outside university borders, which is another benefit to the week of focus on volunteerism. ''.Service helps students realize and become educated as to the needs of not just our own community, but across the nation," said Rosemary D. Cabanillas, AmeriCorpsNISTA volunteer, coordinator of community service, as well as Wilkes May 2002 graduate. Campuses That Care continued on page 9 tion Foo The Beacon/Ryan Klemish Matt Ralph assisted in the Celebration of Campuses that Care Week. �FEATURES APRIL 3, 2003 g Seasonal Allergies Kick irito High Gear ·a s Spring Bloo1ns students who get their allergy shots through our office," says O'Brien. According to the August While many excitedly 1999 issue of The New England anticipate warmer weather and Journal of Medicine, "Allergy greener trees, 35 million allergy shots, also known as immunosufferers in America dread the therapy, work by changing the change in season. way your immune system recogDiane O'Brien, MSN, CRNP Qizes an allergen, and is a prevenand director of health services, tive treatment for allergic reactions says she deals with allergy complaints on almost a daily basis to substances such as grass pollens, house dust mites arid throughout the spring and fall. wasp and bee venom. Immuno"Lots of times students will come therapy involves giving gradually in thinking they have a cold. Once I get a history I can differen- increasing doses of the substance, or allergen, to which the tiate between something that's person is allergic. Although infections versus an allergy." Although some students are usually effective, immunotherapy is not a quick fix. It requires a unaware of their seasonal steady schedule of shots with allergies, others receive allergy gradually increasing doses, and it shots in an effort to prevent reactions. ''There are about 20-25 usually takes I to 2 years to BY MONICA CARDENAS Beacon Correspondent AmanChadha * Hometown: Wilkes Barre, P.A. (originally Delhi, India) . Year/Major: Senior/ Electrical Engineering Q) Where you involved in any April fool's pranks? A)No Q) What is in your CD player right now? · A) Bryan Adams Q) What.is your favorite place to eat? A) Tandoori Q) What was the last concert you have been to? A) Venga Boys in New Delhi Q) Coke or Pepsi? A)Coke , Q) What is your favorite.thing about Wilkes? A) Living expenses are low comp~ed to a pl;ic~ like Manhattan. determine whether you're,benefiting from the treatment." "Allergies are annoying just because they can go on and off. I never know when it's going to be a bad day or a good day," said Emily Gabardi,junior business major and allergy sufferer. O'Brien said symptoms of allergies include runny nose, itchy, watery eyes, itchy ears, sneezing, and sometimes a cough. In order to prevent these symptoms, O'Brien suggests taking an antihistamine. Also, keeping rooms well ventilated and dusted helps keep allergens at bay. "If you know your allergen, whether it be grass, molds or pets, try to stay away from it. There isn't a whole lot you can do besides taking an antihistamine and avoiding allergens," said O'Brien. Amber Calarco · Hometown: Hazelton, P.A. Year/Major: Freshman/Secondary Education and Math Q) Where you involved in any April Fool's pranks? A) Yes. My brother and I team up against my parent's big time. Q) What is in ):OUT CD player right now? A) Celine Dion Q) What is your favorite place to eat? A) Any little Italian restaurant Q) What was the last concert you have been to? A) I've never been to a concert Q) Coke or Pepsi? A) Pepsi Q) What is your most favorite thing about Wilkes? A) It has a comfo,rtable atmosphere where you can just sit and rel~x. Stephanie Hartley Popularity of Out-of-State Internships on th~ Rise BY ELVIRA ILLIANO Beacon Staff Writer Although many college students are apprehensive about facing the world outside of educational settings, one of the most memorable experiences a student can have is outside of the classroom walls and through real life experienees offered through internships. In order to apply for an internship, a student must meet two qualifications: he or she must be at least a sophomore and have a grade point average over 2.0. and Coordinator of Study Abroad, Once a student qualifies, explained that while traveling out applying for an internship is not as . of state for hands-on experiences difficult as it may seem. Mr. Philip is becoming quite popular, abroad Ruthkosky, Cooperative Education internships have not. "At this and Internship Coordin_ator, point, we do not have them," explained, "First you must discuss Bianco indicated. it (the internship opportunity) with Bianco added, however, your academic advisor. If your "The university is getting a lot of advisor thinks it is a good idea, information on abroad internships. you can have it (the internship) There are also a lot of volunteer scheduled. Next, you would come services that want people who to see me so we can work on basic speak English, but they are more things such as resume and cover than internships. They are letter to determine your interests volunteer internships." and what you like to do." Dr. Poala Bianco, Associate Internships Professor of Foreign Languages & continued on page 10 Literatures at Wilkes University Hometown: Lewistown, P.A. Year/Major: Junior/Elementary Education sychology,and a minor in Dance Q) Where you invo\ved in a11yApril Foo ',s pranks? Ca1npuses · ·· · · " · Minichiello added, "Community service is a beneficial activity to help our fellow neighbors in a time of need. Our students have many talents to share with others." Community service isn't just beneficial to those served. Students performing service reap many rewards such as knowing they helped someone else, making a difference, gaining career experience, developing new skills, meeting new people, forging connections with their A) MY friends andJ made .a cl~al l)().t' to. r Q)·~~atisinyolll'.CDpll:\Y;,;.ri . ... . ;A.) Canyon Trilogy; Rllste~ R. :;;Q};what is your f~vori " .•· ':'t\)(!\Pijle~ ' ,91~tw ~~. " :/~Th'~ ~~~-' Continued from page 8 community. Volunteering can also offer an outlet to work toward change for a more just society. Such organizations that exist at Wilkes that have community service as a mission include Circle K, Student Community Service Council, and many others that incorporate service into their activities. "Community service is important because we live in a wonderful nation, and it's important to give of yourself when it is needed," said Cabanillas. "Peopfe need help all over the world, but we need to begin helping our fellow Americans, right here, right now." You do not have to join a club in order to participate in community service. Any student, staff, or faculty member can contact the Office of Community Services, second floor of the Henry Student Center, at 408-5905 or service@wilkes.edu in order to learn more about how to volunteer. �10 APRIL 3, 2003 FEATURES AP Internships ~ontinued from Page 9 Within the past year, students who have done internships have traveled to New York, Maryland, New Jersey, and Florida to take part in various internships in such fields as public relations, advertising, journalism, and finance, to name just a few. Emily Gabardi, a Wilkes University junior majoring in Business Administration, was among several Wilkes University students who took on this challenge and interned outside of the state. Working through Arthur J. Gallagher & Company, a college summer internship program founded in the early 1970s and the fourth largest insurance brokerage firm in the world, Gabardi was able to move around quite a bit. "I worked in the Wayne, New Jersey office. However, I also spent a week at corporate headquarters in Chicago. Throughout the course of my internship I also traveled to New York, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut," stated Gabardi. The internship allowed Gabardi to gain hands on experience ana learn more about the world outside of the classroom. "I spent some time in training on insurance and risk management. I also accompanied producers on sales calls, worked on proposals, attended sales meetings, and worked with underwriters," explained , Gabardi. Even though inte~nships are meant to give the student an outlook into the "real world," Gabardi indicated that her college education was still of utmost importance. "Often times throughout my internship I found myself connecting what I learn in the classroom to the real world, which reinforced the fact that I truly am receiving a quality education here at Wilkes," Gab!l,rdi said. Meeting new people was probably the greatest aspect of Gabardi's internship experience. "During my time at the home office in Chicago, I got to be friends with a lot of great people who live all over the US, and believe it or not we still keep in touch. Also, the professionals who served as mentors to myself during my internship were most helpful. They took time out of their busy schedules to sit down and explain things so I could better understand the insurance market, which can be quite complicated at times," stated Gi;ibardi. Ruthkosky added that another positive aspect of internships is not just meeting new people but the life experience in general. "Students do enjoy the opportunity to get away and see things from a different perspective," explained Ruthkosky. Gabardi offered Wilkes University students an enthusiastic piece of advice on internships. "DO IT! The experience you BY receive is so valuable: Internships help to bridge the gap, from the classroom to the real world, so when it's time to find that first job you have an idea what to expect," Gabardi stated. Although Ruthkosky does not necessarily recommend. students aim for non-local internships, he does believe that they can help in the long run. "I always tell my students, 'the more you open up as far as possibilities, the more possibilities you are going to have,"' Ruthkosky said. 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These two artistic endeavors will soon come together to the upper lobby of the Dorothy Dickson celebrate not only the legends of dance Darte Center, modem dance pr.a fessor Kris and music, but also the Ne_w and Unusual Cross has her dancers prepared like a welloiled machine. Arts series at Wilkes. In addition to the dancers, the Cross, whose troupe including Melissa Lasecki, Krystal Lynn Testa, Bridget Giunta, Wilkes University Percussion Ensemble Jennifer Ward and Lauren Trovllion is ·performed. Members include Robert featured in the Cage and Cunningham Bums, Christina Harowicz, Bruce Harris, concert. They are working through some Melissa Lasecki, Elizabeth Miller, Lori obstacles. Not only is Cross dealing with a Ann Phillips and Matthew Smallcomb. Susan Minsavage, instructor of voice at complicated task of choreography that Wilkes also performed that night. embraces the idea of chance, but there are The night kicked off with a brief other roadblocks such as bright side booms introduction about the purpose and focus and two dancers out of five suffering from of the effort. Cross explained to the injuries. audience the Cunningham technique in But despite all obstacles, Cross and dance; this is Cross' real expertise. Cross, her dancers manage to create together who was also busy all week conducting something that captures the true essence of seminars on the technique of Cunningham flair. Indeed, for Cross and the young women who dance, the show must Cunningham, explained there are some things that the audience might not realize. always go on. Meanwhile, Musical Director Steven Cross explained, "Some of the Thomas is in the Darte Center tuning his things I hope the audience can come away with are above all a better underinstruments and preparing for the night in standing of modem dance in general and this very specific aesthetic. There is a lot of decision making that is going on and no one might realize that." Much like a football team that has scripted plays but relies on improvisation for its success, so too, do the Cunningham dancers. Cross's students had scripted moves and sequences, but also they had the responsibility of making decisions as to when they perform their repetoire ... not a place for the dancer who is faint of heart. Cross's piece, "Credo In Us," displayed the modem dancers' control and absolute beauty-both of the dance and choreography. This piece was played by Robert Bums, Matthew Smallcomb, John Stassen, Kevin Holbert and·Dave Van Why. The obstacles of the night were not even a factor to the performers who were so well received by the audience. The several months the troupe endured of drilling resulted in a night of absolute pleasure for all theater-goers as well as a night of education. Also, providing a most enjoyable night was Steven Thomas whose pieces were eye- opening and very educational. The most notable was Thomas's Spontaneous Earth which featured a prepared piano. This new and unusual performance displayed to all in attendance the many different sounds that a prepared piano can present. As Thomas joked, "No concert would be complete without prepared piano." There was something for everyone Friday night and that was the case with Three Pieces for Flute duet, played by Becki Simon Brown and Desirae Triplett. This melodic duet captured the brisk nature of Cage and his haunting, sometimes schizophrenic sound. It provided a truly soft touch to t~e evening. A whole new perspective on art and how it is perceived was presented via Kris Cross and Steven Thomas. A night of New and Unusual Arts was definitely conveyed and a community enriched with this night of modem dance and art. Above all, the night of beauty and chance showed, the New and Unusual Arts program is alive and well. It's Fun to Eat at The Y-M-C-A BY DENNIS FERENCHICK well. Heck, "you can do whatever you feel." Along with ,the albacore tuna salad, The Wilkes-Barre Y.M.C.A. sure seems the cafe offers a variety of breakfast, to offer a lot these days. lunch, and snack items at extremely There's swimming, spinning, racquetreasonable prices. ball, weight lifting, a brand new basketball "In the morning we have a variety court, and even freshly prepared albacore bagels, as well as toast, oatmeal, fresh tuna salad. fruit, yogurt, muffins, fresh coffee, milk, That's right, albacore tuna saladand juice," said Roebuck. nothing but the best. "Then for lunch and dinner, we As part of a large and expensive offer side salads and big salads that come renovation process that began over a year with either chicken salad, egg salad, tuna, ago, the Y.M.C.A. added a new cafe that is or shredded chicken. Our sandwiches currently open to members, employees and consist of ham, turkey, roast beef, peanut anyone else who takes advantage of the butter, and the various salad sand"Y's" services. wiches." In fact, next month marks the one-year The cafe also offers specialty anniversary of the Y.M.C.A. Cafe (as it's so wraps, pita sandwiches, homemade affectionately and appropriately nained), and soups, and homemade pasta salad, as well according to manager DeAndrea Roebuck, as hot dogs, pizza, and an assortment of the decision to open the eatery last May has candy for the kids. worked out better than expected. "It's not all fat free food, but it's not "I used to work at the front desk, and all greasy and heavy food either," we'd get a lot of feedback from the members explained Roebuck. "We have a little bit who were coming in all the time, as well as of everything. Our salads and wraps are employees because they'd always order out very popular and we make a lot of toasted for lunch, that some sort of in-house cafe cheese sandwiches too." would be really conv~nient," said Roebuck. Currently Roebuck has six employ"So, eventually, another girl, who no The YMCA Cafe, which is located on the ffrst floor of the buliding, serves delicious ees, who are all working part-time. longer works here, and I decided that 'yeah, meals, and offers an alternative for Wilkes students. "With the exception of special we could do that [run a cafe],' becausfr it's events like a birthday party or swim meet, basically like what you do at home for your kids. We started out with a light menuand it. · there are usually two of us working was slow at t}rst, buJ eventu~lly it jusfsort of together on a given shift,'' said Roebuck. cafe originally, but he only lasted about the original coffee sbop/cafe until they "And we pretty much do everythingtook off and we've just con.tinu¢d to. add eight weeks because he was selling decided to retire after the Agnes flood of waitress, run the counter, and prepare the more and more items Q..Ver the ~everal greas_y stu_ffJike french fries and cheese 1972. · food:" , ·•· "'· months." "Our kitchen usfrd to be a maintenance steaks. So, it was just sitting there for a J~efor~ . .the c11fe opened last year, PerhapsThe Village People were right month before we opened it again in May. office, and the actual cafe itself was a • there was not a consistent eatery in the after all. No~ only can y~>U get a quajity spipning roolll, }said R?e.buc~. YMCA workout of your choice atthe.\Jr'il~~s-Barre . 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Schumacher shot the thriller in 10 days, with the action taking place in and around a phone booth set in midtown Manhattan. ·· Working with Schumacher again was much of the allure of the film, Farrell said. CHRISTY LEMIRE It's hard to classify ~Joel Schumacher film. He's directed two critically acclaimed John Grisham adaptations(" A Time to Kill," "The Client") and been accused of destroying the Batman franchise ("Batman Forever," "Batman and Robin"). He's amassed hot young stars in such '80s ensemble films as "The Lost Boys" and "St. Elmo's Fire," the latter of which he cowrote. His earliest films were goofy comedies ("The Incredible Shrinking Woman," "D.C. Cab"), while his most recent have been He also appears in the director's upcoming "Veronica Guerin," starring Cate Blanchett in the true story of an Irish journalist who was murdered. "Me and Joel had a pretty good lingo together from day one. (We) just seemed to get on pretty well," Farrell said recently in New York. "He just creates an environment where people want to work for him, work with him, an environment where it's safe to fail. And that's an important thing, I think, when you're acting." "Phone Booth," which made its U.S. premiere during last month's South by Southwest film festival in Austin, originally was scheduled to come out in November, but 20th "It'was so nice to see them open the cafe;" added Coyne's friend and former Century Fox delayed its release because of last year's sniper Wilkes-Barre Police Captain Tom Merlie. killings. "It's truly been a convenience and service It's the second Schumacher to everybody. It's home sweet home." The Y.M.C.A. Cafe is open Monday- film that's been postponed because 'fhursday from 7:00am to 8:00pm and Friday it was too uncomfortably similar to real life. "Bad Company," starring Chris Rock from 7:00am to 6:00pm. During thesprinl and Anthony Hopkins as CIA agents who and summer it will be closed on Saturday must stop a nucle?r bomb from going off in and Sunday, with the exception of special Manhattan, was delayed after the Sept. 11 events on Saturdays. terrorist attacks. "When Sept. 11 happened, my first thought was, 'We shouldn't release this at all.' Why release a movie about a bomb in New York City? It just didn't feel right, but YMCA Continuecl from P?ge 11 t I I According to former Wilkes-Barre Police Chief Joe Coyne, who eats breakfast in the cafe every morning after his workout. it has been a godsend. "All the members and employees really seem to love it," said Coyne, who's been a member of the Wilkes-Barre "Y" for 42years. "It's the only place you can get a workout, a haircut [referring to the "Y's" long-time in-house barber], and a cup of soup. You can't beat it." ., ., • collegcfOrrn i • ,. • ' • ¾ .:} ~--·-···~--,··'· Why dorm•when you could have your own apartmentl Cr:r ,t',<1:-nt ,1lh:::r:i,,.!;lc. ,!X',tt q(x ur,wtn,"""'1'\ •.-.111 chmgc ,l:,y •,mw tt9Pt !Mng r;r /·11. ;11 r« cqnpfl"c0 n1! h ..i p:-r•1,1te t",i!;, ~wt✓ n1;11Ji:rn ¼~t h.~n-,wd tH!h wdi l<J '"'"II ;.1ri;:-.,:11•i ,UI :,.;.u)d1t6"J(>jf ~i>;u i11 ,11'd ;4 h>~t i:)lf)>_':fgt<,:y ,b,i'Z,ll'(t!. t,1111p1 it 0 ! 2 bi:d,rx;rn ,1p:1r'tmtnb "Nllh ~:1r 711,,g ,t;u,1rr:: \:iottg-:: ih\Hki:t>h: · P,,:,1,<t ,:tit •i:v 1nfcmh!1mn S'T0.819-.4))9 those decisions are not up to me," Schumacher said. "When you direct a movie, even though it says 'A Joel Schumacher Film,' it's owned by someone else." This is the biggest lesson Schumacher has learned after more than two decades as a director, a career he fell Phone Booth continued on page 14 �14 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Wilkes and King's Coinbine Efforts in Benefit Concert . Beacon Co"espondent What can turn cross-town rivals into co-workers? The Bridge Youth Services of Wilkes-Barre will receive support as a result of a special event taking place this year during Campuses that Care Week. While Wilkes and King's may seem like rivals, their respective programming boards will be collaborating on a benefit concert today. The event will be held in Connerton's Cafe on King's campusat7:30p.m. Cosponsoring the show are the Wilkes University Programming Board, Wilkes University radio station, 90.7 WCLH, and King's Programming Board known as ACE (the Association for Campus Events). Skywind, Armsbendback and The. Punch Bal: Hustlers will be the featured alternative rock bands. The show will be' for all ages and the entire ticket price of six dollars goes to the Bridge Youth Services of Wilkes-8,arre. The Bridge Youth Services offers a number of programs and services to runaway and homeless youths. The Runaway. Youth program and Big Brothers/Big Sisters are onl_y a few of several p·rograms benefiting from the concert. The primary organizer of the show this year is Rosemary Cabanillas, Wilkes Uriiversity VISTA Coordinator. When asked what prompted her to hold this event she said, "Campuses that Care Week has been going on for a couple of years now and last year there was a benefit show. There was only one band and it seemed really small. I just thought, hey, let's improve on that." Phone Booth Continued from page 13 into relatively late in life. Now 63, he directed his first feature, "The Incredible Shrinking Woman," when he was 40. Before that, he attended the Parsons School of Design in New York and was a department store window dresser. He also designed costumes for films in the 1970s, including Woody Allen's "Sleeper" and "Interiors." But making movies fascinated him since his childhood in a poor section of New York. His father died when he was 4; his mother worked six days a week. The movie theater he could see from the back window of his apartment provided an escape from reality. "One day your father's there, the next day he's not. I'm sure I was lonely and frightened, and these movies, they just solved everything and I could get swept away with these incredible stories and this world of sight and sound," he said. "And I think that I got something so wonderful from that, that I wanted to be part of it, not in it, but part of passing it on." He also escaped from reality through substance abuse, which he speaks about candidly. He started drinking when he was 9, first tried drugs in his teens, and partied with Andy Warhol at Studio 54 in his 30s. He didn't get sober until he was 52. "I was a drunk for a long time and I was a drug addict and a sex addict and a crazy guy. There's nothing to hide," Schumacher said. "Any recovedng addict -is always hoping that someone will hear your story and realize that you can get sober and you can have a great life." Creating smaller movies and not the summe~ smashes that brought him equal amounts of cash and criticism is part of that life. . One of the most vocal critics of Schumacher's second "Batman," 1997's "Batman and Robin" starring George Clooney and Chris O'Donnell, was Harry Knowles, creator of the Austin-based "Ain't It Cool News" movie Web site. He said the film ultimately served as a "how-not-to" adapt a comic book to the screen, because it was more concerned with catering to kids than telling a compelling story. "This is a guy who can make complex dramas. He has that in him, and why does he treat this differently? If it's the studio, then walk off the project," Know Jes said. "At that leve(he ought to have that autonomy." Schumacher has. done just that with the films he's made since then, including "8MM" and "Flawless." "I think it's made me a better person and I hope it's made me a better director:" he said. "I know I disappointed some people with 'Batman and Robin,' but the Grishams were huge successes. I love those movies . So it's not as if I'm -ashamed of that work and I'm trying to cleanse myself. It's just that I didn't want to be the summer blockbuster king anymore. I wanted to tell other stories." The next story he'll tell is "Phantom of the Opera,'' which he said Andrew Lloyd Webber first asked him to do after seeing 1987's "The Lost Boys." Schumacher said he's undaunted by the success of other recent musicals, including 2002's bestpicture Oscar winner, "Chicago," and 2001 's "Moulin Rouge!;' J ., Jasfy Project to raise funds for youth services BY JEANETTE BELL APRIL 3 2003 •tiV•\tti?l .?"I clfu-;s' ssed, andApril isfinaUy l'~ day is go11e,it's never ,,.~.frie~dt[hi~~pl'iJi rY::e.~ ating tasty hasilladesome.new and \\. ·\+ •··. . s/ . 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Strawberry Lemon Fool Parfaits Recipe courtesy of Jill Novatt 2 cups strawberries 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 to 1/2 cup sugar (depending on sweetness of strawberries) 1/2 cup sliced strawberries 2 cups heavy cream 31emons 1 cup sugar, plus 1/4 cup tcupwa~er In a saucepan, combine the strawberries, lemon juice and sugar. Cook over medium heat until the strawberries begin to soften, about 10 minutes. _Remove the pan from the heat. Place the strawberry mixture in a food processor and process until smooth. Remove the mixture from the food processor and strain through a fine mesh strainer. Mix in the sliced strawberries and place in the refrigerator. Refrigerate until very cold. With an electric mixer, whip the cream. In parfait glasses, layer the strawberries and whipped cream, starting and ending with the whipped cream. Place in the refrigerate and chillfor four ~ours, l}emove the zest of the le11109s using a vegetable peeler. Be careful not to get any oftp.e wllite pith. Julienne the.zest.Blanch the julienned zest in boiling water for five mir:~!es to rem.o ve any bitterness. .•·• · .In a sman saucep~, combine one cup of sugar and the wai.r. Bring to a boil. Add the blanched zest to · • gar sy111p. Remq.vr, tlle .~ugar ~YIUP fr~111 the heat and let the emo st frornth~,~yrup and lay out on a rack::Sprinkle •.· · : '"'"' ' meofthecandiidte .,, ~~ ze;r . �APRIL 3, 2003 SPORTS 15 Yankees' Derek Jeter Out at Least a Month "Freak" at third sidelines All-Star shortstop JOSH DUBOW, AP Sports Writer Even the highest payroll in baseball couldn't prepare the New York Yankees for what they face now-playing without leader Derek Jeter for at least a m~nth. Jeter was placed on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday after dislocating his left shoulder on opening night. The Yankees expect to be without their All-Star shortstop for much longer, and it could be up to four months if he needs surgery. 1 "We miss him when he's out of the lineup for one game," manager Joe Torre said. "To have him out for an extended period of time, we're lucky we haven't had that happen before. This will probably be a month or more. There will be a big void." Jeter flew with the team to Tampa, FL after Wednesday night's game and will have an MRI test conducted by Dr. Allen Miller today. The Yankees, who open a three-game series with the Oevil Rays on Friday, hold spring training in Tampa and have extensive facilities there. 'Tm sure there will be a second opinion after that. Then the doctors will get together and consult and determine a . course of action," general manager Brian C shman said. "It's six w~ks minimum. It could be sooner. Ir certainly could be later." The test will show the extent of the dar:nage and whether Jeter needs surgery, said Dr. Jonathan Glashow, a shoulder specialist. Glashow, an orthopedic surgeon at New York's Lenox Hill Hospital, said Jeter violent collision. Jeter was down for more could be back in four-to-six weeks ifhe than 10 minutes, writhing in pain as doesn't need surgery or three-to-four concerned teammates surrounded him. months if he does need an operation. Some of the Yankees thought it was a "Thursday will be the day we'll get at dirty play. Huckaby called it a "freak" play least some sign to the course of action and and left a message on Jeter's cell phone, the ultimate downtime," Cashman said. apologizing. Cashman said the Yankees were more Torre said Huckaby was just being comfortable having their doctors in Florida examine Jeter than having tests in Toronto. The team also figured it would be easier for Jeter to stay with the team than to fly to New York on his own for the tests. "I don't think it really makes a difference if we do it now or Thursday," Jeter said. "I want to find out. Obviously, something is wrong, because something is out of place. Something probably has to be tom." Erick Almonte will get most of the time there while Jeter is hurt, although Enrique Wilson started at shortstop Derek Jeter will be out for several months due Tuesday. Almonte was to a seperated sholder. called up from Triple-A Columbus on Tuesday. aggressive, and Jeter said he wasn't sure Jeter hurt his shoulder in the third inning Monday night when he slid headfirst whether the catcher could have avoided the collision. going from first to third on an infield "I'm just angry I'm going to miss a groundout. long time. I'm not happy about it," Jeter Toronto catcher Ken Huckaby, said. "I've never done this before. I have covering third because of an overshifted no idea how long it will take. I'll be cautious infield, landed on Jeter's shoulder in a because it's early in the season." With a payroll of about $150 million-at least $30 million higher than any other team and more than double what most teams pay- the Yankees usually have the depth to overcome injuries. They have seven starting pitchers, an experienced closer in Juan Acevedo to step year but it didn't seem to effect them," Shah in when Mariano Rivera hurt his_groin, and commented. The Colonels are scheduled to return to action today when they will host Elizabethtown College at 3:00 p.m. at the Courts at Ralston Field. They will then travel to DeSales University on Saturday for a conference match beginning at I :00 p.m. Drew Dominates Wilkes on Court BY FAITH MARTIN Beacon Staff Writer The Wilkes men's tennis team fell to Drew on Saturday by a score of 5-2. With the loss, the Colonels fell to 2-5 overall and 1-1 in the Freedom Conference, while the Rangers improved to 5-1 overall and 3-0 in the conference. In the first singles match, sophomore Madhan Srinivasan was victorious over J.D. Spina in a hard-fought three set match. In the first set, Srinivasan dominated 6-2, but he then dropped the second set 6-1. In the third, Srinivasan earned the win with a 7-6 win after a 9-7 win in the tiebreaker. The Colonels' other poipt came from sophomore Hassan Shah at number two singles. Shah posted a 7-6 (7-4), 7-6, (7-4) win after a pair of tiebreakers over Drew's Julian Fuller. "Drew was an extremely deep team. They lost their number one player from last many players on the bench who were starters elsewhere. At shortstop, the Yankees aren't as deep. Jeter, a five-time All-Star, has been the Yankees' leader during their run of four World Series titles and five AL pennants since 1996. He has played at least 148 games each season, going on the disabled list only three times with 'minor injuries. "He'll be missed a ton, no doubt about it," first baseman Jason Giambi said. "This is just some adversity we have to overcome. We've all been through it before, just not with a player like Jeter. We have a lot of great players on this team and we'll all have to pick up the slack a little bit." Almonte was unpacking his car in Columbus on Monday night when Rob Thomson, the vice president of minor league development, called and told him to be ready. Almonte drove to Cincinnati on • Tuesday morning to meet someone at the airport who brought his passport from Tampa. Almonte arrived in Toronto about three hours before the game. "I wasn't expecting it. I always want to play in the big leagues. I never expected a guy like Jeter to go down," he said. "He's a guy who is a future Hall of Farner. He's my idol. I enjoy watching him play. I watch him play all the time. He's fun to watch. I'm just going to try to do my job and play well." Once considered.a promising prospect, the 25-year-old Almonte struggled last season. He hit .235 in 66 games at Triple-A Columbus before being demoted to Double-A Norwich, where he batted .241 in 53 games. "I don't expect the kid to come in here and be what Derek Jeter is," Torre said. "On the Yankees, we probably get rriore attention than anyone else. This kid will be under a magnifying glass." AJob · Well DREW 5 WILKES 2 SINGLES: Madhan Srinivasan (W) def. J.D. Spina, 6-2, 1-6, 7-6 (9-7); Hassan Shah (W) def. Julian Fuller, 7-6 (7-4), 7-6 (74); Anthony Carreras (D) def. Peter Nguyen, 6-0, 6-0; Aaron McCormick (D) def. Jason Leach, 6-0, 6-0; Ryan McDonald (D) def. Matt Ralph, 6-0, 6-0; Joe Leopardi (D) def. Arvin Narula, 6-0, 6-3 DOUBLES: Spina/Fuller (D) def. Srinivasan/Shah, 8-5; Carreras/McDonald (D) def. Nguyen/Ralph, 8-0; McCormick/ Josh Curran (D) def. Leach/Narula, 8-3 The Wilkes baseball team wrapped up a successful week, earning two wins against Del Val and one versus Keuk College. The Colonels will look to continue their .winning ways • when they face Centenary College Saturday at Artillery Pc}r . �16 SPORTS APRIL 3, 2003 Lady Colonels Take Two in Freedoin Conference Twinbill Wilkes came away with 5-4 win in 11, 9-3 win in nightcap COURTESY OF SPORTS INFORMATION Aggies could not recover from. The Wilkes University softball team swept a Freedom Conference doubleheader at Delaware Valley College on Wednesday, winning the first game 5-4 in 11 innings, and posting a 9-3 win in the nightcap. The two wins improve the Lady Colonels to 7-6 overall and 3-3 in the conference. With the loss, the Lady Aggies fell to 5-5 overall, 0-4 in conference. Sophomore Maryellen Korty earned the complete game win for Wilkes. Korty surrendered nine hits and three runs, striking out three over seven innings of work. Petite led the Wilkes offense with a single and a double. Shreaves blasted a tworun homerun in the seventh to secure the win. The Lady Colonels will be in action on Thursday as they travel to Albright for a I twin bill at 3 p:'m. They then return home for a pair of doubleheaders over the weekend. On Saturday, they will host the Lycoming College and Sunday's opponent will be William Paterson. Both doubleheaders have a I p.m. Starting t~me. C Become a Lifesaverl F a p g C C y Donate Plasma that Is needed for mflllons of people each year ... C h e s n f IBP! e ir Interstate Blood & Plasma, Inc. 41 S. Main St Wilkes Barre, PA Wilkes went ahead early in the contest, scoring two runs iR the opening frame. Dominick and sophomore Carly Streznetcky hit back-to-back singles to start the inning. Babcock would later knock in Dominick and Streznetcky scampered home thanks to an Aggie error. It's Safe B B and Convenient Del Val scored once in the first and again in the sixth to knot the game at two, forcing extra innings. Wilkes got an RBI single from freshman Jan Nunemacher, scoring Dominick to give the Lady Colonels a 3-2 lead. The Aggies scored a run of their own in the bottom half of the inning when· Jamie Neal laced an RBI-single to tie the game. l( s Donate a l\, Todayllllll The RBI singles by Taylor and Dominick in the 11th gave the Lady Colonels enough cushion to come away with the 5-4 win. Freshman Jen Trate picked up the complete game win for the Lady Colonels. · Trate went the distance, allowing just nine hits while surrendering three earned runs and walking five. Sophomore Alexis Petite got the game started early with a two-run double that scored Streznetcky and Nunemacher in the first. Sophomore Kim Graver and Dominick each had an RBI in the second, giving the Lady Colonels a 5-0 lead, one that the C I- j The Lady Colonels got two runs in the top of the 11th in the opener to take the win. Senior Melissa Babcock started the inning off at second base due to the international tiebreak~r rule. She would advance to third on a sacrifice bunt by fellow senior Brooke Shreaves. Junior Melissa Mendygral took a free pass, placing runners at first and third with no outs. Freshman Nadine Taylor then stepped up and hit a single, scoring -Babcock, putting Wilkes up by the score of 4-3. Sophomore Andrea Dominick followed with a single of her own, scoring Mendygral with what would prove to be the gamewinning run. In the nightcap, Wilkes plated three runs in the first and two more an inning later, taking the early 5-0 lead on their way to the 9-3 win. l r-------------------------------------~ I I I I I I I I EARN AN EXTRA Bring this coupon in todaylll I I I I I I ~-------------------------------------~ �SPORTS APRIL 3, 2003 17 Creating a Winning Tradition Wilkes men 's tennis builds confidence and con/erence strength BY KYLA CAMPBELL Beacon Staff Writer The Wilkes University men's tennis team has undergone a lot oi-reconstruction over the past few seasons. This season has been no different. Under the direction of first,year head coach Chris Leicht, the Colonels are getting just the lift they needed. Wilkes currently sits third in the Freedom Conference with a 1-1 record, 2-5 overall. The tennis team blanked Philadelphia Bible (7-0) last week, but the true feelgood win came on March 22, when the • qo1onels defeated cross-town rival King's College (4-3) for the first time in over 20 years. "The King's victory was big for us," commended Leicht. "The conference win helped our standings." Leading the Colonels is an experienced duo of sophomores, Madhan Srinivasan and Hassan Shah. Srinivasan leads the team with a 6-1 record, including 5-1 at number one singles. He is currently ranked first in the conference in number one singles, is number five in overall winning percentage, and was named the conference Player of the Week for the week ending March 23. . The Wyoming Seminary graduate· feels several aspects have positively affected his play. "My feammates, Coach Leicht, and pre-season workouts have really helped prepare me," he said. Srinivasan, also known as "Mudd," feels the team's spring break trip to Hilton Head, South Carolina, helped him to not only get in shape, but also get into the competitive mindset. Right behind Srinivasan is Shah, who plays at the number two singles spot and has an overall record of 4-1. He is ranked first in the conference in number two singles and is sixth overall in winning percentage. The duo has also combined to play three matches at number one doubles, compiling a record of2- l. "They're great, and I would match them against anyone," said Leicht. "It's good to have strength at the top of the lineup, and their teammates feed off it as well." Although Srinivasan hopes for a strong end to the regular season in these next two weeks, he's also looking forward to the conference championships after Easter. "We should get good seeding," Srinivasan said. "A lot of guys are gunning for the top spot, but we're ready to step up to the challenge." Finishing strong in the conference and a strong showing at the conference championships will have a positive affect on next season, Leicht asserted. "You can't rebuild a program overnight," he said. "But by creating a positive team morale and recruiting, it will happen." Srinivasan feels Leicht's attitude has strengthened this year's squad. "He has high expectations for us, which makes a big impact," said Srinivasan. "He's been enthusiastic about our season, as well as our team The Beacon/Kristin Hake and personal goals." The Men's Tennis team has shown solid The Colonels, who sit improvement this season, and will look to post a behind Drew University and winning confere_nce record . DeSales University .in conference play, can move into second Saturday. The match is scheduled for I p.m. place with a win over DeSales at home on at the Courts at Ralston Field. Jn the Swing of Things BY NICOLE NORTON Beacon Staff Writer The Wilkes University men's golf team got their season off to a solid start on Saturday as it took two of three victories in · a quad match at Shadowbrook. The Colonels downed the College Misericordia Cougars and the Arcadia College Knights, but fell short against the Royals of the University of Scranton. Wilkes defeated the Cougars by the score of 331 to 348 and easily out-gunned the Knights, winning by the score of33 l-362. The Colonels simply could not outdo the Royals, though, losing by 17 strokes, 314331. nnnnnnnnnnnn n n .Z caSh for ~o,u~ j n cornpacf (UScS n nn nn www.musicalenergi.com The team of junior Dom Castrignano, Mike Kashnicki, senior Jon Else, and junior Curtis Haley gave the other three teams a very good match. Castrignano led the Colonels with th~ low score of the day, shooting an 80, good enough for third best in the match. Kashnicki and Eise also showed a strong performance, finishing with an 81 and an 83. Haley finished off the Colonels' top four with a score of 87. The men's golf team will travel to White Deer Golf Course to face Lycoming College on Tuesday. Tee time is scheduled for I :00 p.m. Results: (at Shadowbrook, Par 72) Scranton (314): J.T. Yarem 75; Andrew Gizienski 79;Lee Alvarez 80; Sean Burke 80 Wilkes (331): Dom Castrignano 80; Mike Kashnicki 81 ;Jon Else 83; Curtis H_aley 87 Misericordia (348): Scott N apkori 81 ; Joe Ciattei 86; Jason Moore 89; Efron Solis 92 Arcadia (362): Neil Mikulski 86; Corey Charms 91 ;Mike Cronin 92; Kyle Danielson 93 also buying & selling: DVDS•VHS VIDEO GAMES RECORDS TAPES .... •fl .... • fl jn dddUS/CflL ENERU/ n n rno~TER~ I !~~~~ 59 nortnmain street • W ilkes-barre • 829-2929 bestsel~ction best prices \J \J , cool gifts jn n n nnnnnnnnnnnn The Wilkes golf team started its season with two wins on Saturday in a quadmatch at Shadowbrook. �SPORTS 18 APRIL 3, 2003 Let the Anthem Play, Let the Flag Wave BY BRIAN WALTER Beacon Staff Writer Above all, tradition is what shapes a country. What and who we decide to honor, days that are significant to us, and the quirky celebrations that we have are what tell other individuals from other countries about us as a people. Tradition is a word that means something to every one of us. Whether it is a yearly family get-together or a national ceremony, we all love tradition. One of the most unforgettable traditions that this country has is the playing of the national anthem before every sports game. Yet certain individuals would like to see this custom banished. Recently, an fatuous sports columnist from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette by the name of Ron Cook wrote an article that expresses his desire to displace th~ Ameri- has once agqin found a significant meaning can flag from sports stadiums and arenas, kind of concert. If it wasn't for the sporting to all of us. While it is being played, we all as well prohibit the national anthem from events that do dedicate their pre-game being sung before a game. Cook believes rituals to this, then I think most of u~ would say prayers for our~soldiers, finally realizing what this song and flag mean to all of us. that since the anthem and flag have been be able to count how many times we have Removing this tradition now would only blatantly disrespected during recent games, heard it on one hand. Memorial Oay, the show the Iraqi regime that we are arduously we should just remove them. Fourth of July, and Veterans Day should endeavoring to stifle that we are weak, and Simply because Toni' Smith, a female not be the only time to respect this tradihave no passion for ~hat we believe in. basketball player from Manhattan ville tion. Ron Cook is entitJ.ed to his opinion, College, turns her back while the anthem is After the tragedies of September I I th, just as we all are. However, his tendency to being played and intoxicated and Canadian most of the nation focused on sporting capture attention has hockey fans booed our anthem before a been exposed with his game, should we just give up and no recent article. War is a longer celebrate this tradition? While Tradition is a word that means something to time to think about we're in the process of banning things every one of us. Whether it is a yearly family getwhat o_ur country because of a few unhappy people, let's together or a national ceremony, we all love tradi-: means to each of us, as just get rid of the flag all together since tion. well as a time for protesters like to burn it. Then they could find something else to do. Also, protest, yet an objection as ridiculous as his seems to stem from we should get rid of our president and no events for that encouragement to move on an attempt to grab recognition. Our longer have any form of government, with their lives, and found a comfort and children would never understand or because they are so frequently criticized. tranquility that could only result from appreciate the national anthem or flag if it Maybe even ban people froin going to witnessing the national anthem and flag wasn't presented for us at sporting events. church anymore since they are so rude that waving before a baseball game. Red Sox Let the drunk people laugh while it's being they fall asleep during service. fans embraced Yankee fans, heroes that we played, let a young woman tum her back on If we throw out tradition after know as professional athletes stood as it as long as she wants, but don't remove it tradition solely because of dissention and · teary eyed men while our song was simply because of the protests. Let the rebellion, what would we have left? We presented, and we all felt proud with the anthem play, let the flag wave. That is understanding that we would recover from cannot give up on everything that makes American, and that tradition is one of the overzealous individuals miserable simply to the catastrophe. many things that give us identity. Currently, our war with Iraq has been appease them. The national anthem is not another instance where the flag and anthem played before an opera, a movie, or any ---====================-----' mnmmu's . 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Thank You for Your PatlEncE �APRIL 3, 2003 SPORTS 19 Colonel Clipboard On Tap ursday Sunday Men '.s Tennis VS. Elizabethtown, 3 p.m. Softball at DeSales, 3 p.m. riday Lacrosse VS. Messiah, 4 p.m. Baseball at Arcadia, I p.m . Monday Men '.s Tennis VS. Marywood, 3 p.m. Tuesday Golf at Lycoming, 1 p.m. aturday Baseball VS. Centenary, 12 p.m. (DH) Men '.s Tennis VS. DeSales, I p.m. Lacrosse VS. Lycoming, 4 p.m. Thursday Baseball Wilkes 12, Del Val 5 Men'.s Tennis Wilkes 7, Phil a. Bible 0 Softball Scranton 3, Wilkes 2 Wilkes 4, Scranton I Friday Baseball Wilkes 15, Keuka 11 Golf Wilkes 331, Misericordia 348 Wilkes 331, Arcadia 362 Scranton 314, Wilkes 331 The junior, who was recently named the Freedom Conference Player of the Week, had an outstanding week at the plate for the Colonels, helping them to a 3-2 record. Midkiff batted an even .500 (10 for 20), · registering five doubles, one homerun, and nine runs batted in. He crossed the plate 11 times during the five-game stretch while tallying a .900 slugging percentage. While leading off for the Colonels, the junior is hitting .417 on the season. He has six doubles and one round-tripper. Midkiff'.s._slugging percentage is a robust .667 and has an on-base percentage of .475. Midkiff is a communications studies major from Brandon, FL. Saturday Softball VS. Misericordia, 3 p.m. Wednesday Lacrosse VS. Widener, I p.m. Coach of the Winter Matt Midkiff, Baseball In Review .E.aseball at Scranton, 3:30 p.m. Softball at King's, I p.m. Baseball Wilkes 15, Del Val 2 Del Val 12, Wilkes 8 Men'.s Tennis Drew 5, Wilkes 2 Softball Drew 11, Wilkes 2 Drew 9, Wilkes 4 Numbers Of the Week Tuesday Golf Wilkes I 63, Widener I 69 Albright 157, Wilkes 163 For more sports information, visit: www.wilkesbeacon.com Beacons Best Bet Tuesday - Lacrosse VS. Lycoming, 4 p.m. The Lady Colonels will be in search of their first-ever varsity win against the rival Warriors. Wednesday Softball Wilkes 5, Del Val 4 ( 11 inn.) Wilkes 9, Del Val 3 6 Number of RBI singles by the Lady Colonels in a doubleheader sweep of Delaware Valley on Wednesday 6 5 Number of RBIs by sophmore Charles Hampton in doubleheader split with Del Val on Saturday . Number of different Colonels golfers that scored against the same number of opponents last week Doi1na Kowalczyk's 823-8966 419 S. River St., Wilkes Barre Hair Cuts &. Blowdry Women $18 Men $14 The Beacon/Ryan Klemish Foiling Perms and Texture Advanced techniques $50 & .up 1sFirst lime Color .. $40 & up Highlighting w/ Cap - $40 Hours Weds. and Fri ..... ! . . : ;,~: ~. ,, ❖ ~ t .. ~ ,.,:::.-ur- - - 9-5 8-4 Sat. Mon., Tues., Thurs., and . ~ . "' .,i' ~;/'' : ' '~-! �Today, April 3 Benefit Concert: Arms Bend Back, Skywind and Punchball Hustlers 7:30 p.m., Connerton's Cafe, King's College Student Center Tennis vs. Elizabethtown: 3p.m., Softball at DeSales: 3p.m., Gradutation Meeting: 11: l 5 a.m., HSC Ballroom Commuter Lounge Grand Opening: 11 a.m.- 1 p.m., Conyngham Hall Friday, April 4 The Beacon/Kristin Hake Wilkes University recently held a Health Fair in the Student Union Building, giving the students an opportunity to become better informed about a variety of health related issues. Spring Fling Dance: 6 p.m., Genetti's Women's Lacrosse vs. Messiah: 4 p.m., Ralston Field Arts and Crafts with United Celebral Palsy: 1-3 p.m., Mens Tennis vs. Marywood: 3 p.m., Ralston Field Dave Pittenger Band: 8 p.m., HSC Ballroom Tuesday, April 8 Softball vs. Misericordia: 3p.m., Sunday, April 6 Saturday, Senior Recital: 8 p.m., DDD 41 Baseball at Arcadia: 1 p.m., Women's L~crosse vs. Lycoming: 4p.m., Alumni Scholars . IP< Dance: 6:30-11 p.m., Westm Softball at Delaware Valley: 1 p.m., Senior Recital: 2 p.m., DDD Lobby Men's Tennis vs. FDU Florham: 1 p.m., Softball at Kings: 1 p.m., -- Baseball vs. Centenary College: 12 p.m., Artillery Park • Womens Lacrosse vs. Widener: 1 p.m., Ralston Field Movie Night with Children from McGlynn Learning Center: 7 - 9:30 p.m., King's College Monday, April 7 NYC Alumni Chapter Event: 5 :30 p.m., The Gingerman Senior Portaits: TV Lounge Wednesday, April 9 Voluteer Service Opportunity: 9 - 11 a.m., St. Vincent DePaul Soup Kitchen Men's Tennis vs. beSale's: p.m., Golf at Lycoming: 1 p.m., Baseball at Scranton: 3:30p.m., Wilkes-Barre Weekly Weather 42/29 TODAY . 52/38 FRIDAY 62/44 SATURDAY 63/48 · SUNDAY 61/49 MONDAY 54/41 TUESDAY 47/31 WEDNESDAY The Beacon welcoines notices of events ... publicize, it's free! Post your event by visiting www.wilkesbeacon.com or email wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com � 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 2003 April 3rd Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 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/04fb703600238ce9e47e664233131208.pdf 278cb0e84f0550d6f47397f9f26ce582 PDF Text Text March 27, 2003 Volume 55 Issue 19 www. wilkesbeacon.cotn THE NEWS OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Gold Parking Days a Lackluster Deal for Co0101uters BY GABE LeDONNE and GABRIELLE LAMB I . went to another lot, which was completely full. I ended up at a meter Beacon News Editor and spot on the street," said Sromovski. Assistant News Editor "I understand that when a Despite the illustrious name, "Gold guest comes to the university they Parking Days" have been for many want to provide parking for them. I commuters anything but golden. am not questioning that at all. But According Lindsey Wotanis, with the possible increase in the fee, Commuter Council President, Gold Parking there is no reason why someone days have been unfair to commuters. who pays all this money a semester, "As a commuter, I am not receptive should be kicked out onto the street. to the current program-paying $60.00 a People are really being put out by semester and then not being able to even Gold Parking Day," Wotanis said. use the lot you paid for on certain days The reason for implementing within the semester because it is Gold the "Gold Parking Days" as John Parking Day," Wotanis said. Pesta, Director of Procurement & Wotanis stated that in her position Auxiliary Services explained it, was as CC president, she's fielded several because the previous methods of questions from concerned commuters. The Beacon/Kristin Hake . _dealing with visitor parking weren't Gold Parking Day shows its true colors for commuters for "People I've talked to are very working. Governer Ed Rendell's visit to Wilkes on March 17. anxious about Gold Parking Day. They ask "In the past, when the when the next Gold Parking Day will be, solution for the problems we were experisystem should have to be forced out of a University would have a special event on because they say they will need to leave encing regarding special event parking. It spot to make way for non-paying guests. campus (that required parking for the their house earlier. It seems really stressful was tested when the next event was held on Scott Byers, Vice President of Finance attendees) a whole parking lot or a portion for most people," said Wotanis. campus, it proved to be an acceptable and Support Operations, .admitted that of a lot would be closed to accommodate the One of those stressed commuters is paying for a spot that isn't guaranteed to a needs of the event. Usually, the lots affected alternative to closing a lot." Pesta comJoanne Sromovski, senior business major, mented. student doesn't seem logical with the were either assigned to Faculty/Staff or who tried numerous lots before settling for However, Wotanis feels that with a increase in price. Commuter Students. Obviously, this was not a spot on the street during Governor Ed proposed hike in the parking fee to $80.00 the ideal solution to address the needs of Parking Rendell's recent visit to campus on March beginning next year, no one in the paid special event parking." Pesta explained. continued on page 5 17. Near! y I 00 spaces were used in the In order to deal with the problem, two commuter parking lot for the governor's years ago, Vice President of Student Affairs, visit. Dr. Paul Adams, developed the "Gol<;I "I tried the commuter lot, but half of Parking Day" concept. it was blocked off for the governor. Then I "It appeared to be a reasonable Commuter Council Annouces Grand Opening of Lounge BY GABRIELLE LAMB computer room, once we get the computers. There is also a kitchen with a bar, a microwave, and a coffeepot. There is also.a refrigerator that needs to be fixed." Wotanis explained that the budget might not allow the computers, which are part of the long-range plan for the lounge, to be purchased this semester. "The problem is that the school doesn't know if there are any (computers) Beacon Assistant News Editor The Commuter Council finally has a place to call home after months of proposals and preparations to construct a lounge to meet commuter needs. That place is in the basement of Conyngham Hall, and the Grand Opening is set for Thursday, April 3 from 11-lpm. Commuter Council President, Lindsey Wotanis, said that although the first proLounge posal for the Fenner house was denied, continued on page 5 Conyngham made a nice substitute. "There are three different rooms [in Conyngham] which News ............................................ 1-5 we have. When you enter the · basement there is a hallway, Edi to rial. ..................................... 6-7 and the Commuter Council will Features ..................................... 8-10 have the entire left side of the basement," said Wotanis. Arts Entertainment.. ........... 11-14 "There is a living room area where we have couches, chairs, Sports ...................................... 15-l 9 and end tables. The next room Calendar........................................ 20 is actually going to be the Index: IP Day at Wilkes Accepted students for the fall 2003 semester visited Wilkes on Saturday, March 22. It gave new students the opportunity to meet their professors and fellow students. & �2 MARCH 27 2003 The Box Beacon 111 •office '"· "'Re$~, Surv~y;:CC$U\ts ~~. in: wt:amp 1§Pa~ Q~Jhi l~{ '· websit~ ~ ,t C~nter will'~~ seco,nd p.qpl taijl ·. FlµitfDinherw " § . ~e tqr one:~1'~1 .Je$ win ponclµ~ - . ··• ... ,•.. •.,•:-, Running unpppgsed fQl" SQ i:>resident is ant Selina'Bed'Q~. Kus lCbstuta :.ick~rt are runnlpgfor lRHC and' +; nt. ~o one has step~tuiJ'to w . · ·•. , .· . . . ndl.orS \ H pJrcttased for $10 f wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com Over $1.6 Million in Grants Help Fund Research for Biology and Cheinistry BY .KRISTIN HAKE Beacon Photo/Graphics Editor • Over the past three years the Wilkes University Division of Biology, Chemistry, and Health Sciences received over $1.6 million in grants for research involving undergraduate students. As a result, students in this division have been working on five different projects. Approximately 75 students have been involved in these different research projects since the 1999-2000 school year. Eric Luther, junior biology major, said that undergraduate research, "gives me that leg up on larger schools and other students who do not have this experience. I see how experiments are designed and how data is collected. I see the project from the start to near completion." Currently, science faculty are working collaboratively with students on five different projects involving undergraduate research. First, there was a grant from the National Science Foundation for, $860,000 to use a multidisciplinary approach to study the effects of small mammals on the dispersal and regeneration of genetics of oaks. Also, there is the Science in Motion project with a grant of $200,000 awarded each year to encourage high school students to become engaged in science through the outreach activities. Dr. Terese M. Wignot coordinates this project. Grants totaling $280,000 are in place to develop informatics initiat.ive. which includes teaching GIS lab in the GeoEnvironmental program and Biology Informatics facility in the Biology program. Through a conservation grant of Wilkes University 192 South Franklin St. Hollenback Hall Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 E-mail: $175,000, the division of Biology, Chemistry, and Health Sciences is producing a book on the rare and threatened vertebrates of Pennsylvania and developing a statewide monitoring program for the threatened northern flying squirrel. Finally, a prestigious grant of $60,000 was just received this spring from the American Association for the Advancement of Science and the Merck Foundation to develop closer collaboration between chemistry and biology faculty, which wi11 fund positions for undergraduate research . Sophomore biology major Rajitha Devadoss said, "True research is a longterm scientific process that requires commitment, creativity, and perseverance. I have been fortunate as an undergraduate to work with great faculty and students who exemplify these qualities." Now that you're graduating, don't make the same mistakes your parents made. l4l0king for n.rvhimd il(tvin~ t>n til tlw' th-ings your parents never taught you • like him· to Lutd ll jolJ, fUU 'JI llt:tua!iy ettj<I), llllJlllge ymrr m.oocJ, fioo the be~t eirr Jot 8,.u:J~ lili: )'Uu, and ttll,\'ci dtc wutld un tlic ehc11p? \'hit out onlin(' edifii:m 100 d1«k om tbt' ne~· •nd improved Gradame,. . Staff Managing Editor Marcus Sowcik Editorial Board Chair Dennis Ferenchick Asst. Opinion Editor Amanda Darbenzio News Editor Gabe LeDonne Asst. News Editor Joseph DeAngelis Asst. News Editor Gabrielle Lamb Features Editor Bridget Giunta Asst. Features Editor Kristen Bradigan A&E Editor Jessica Skutack Asst. A&E Editor Raphael Cooper Sports Editor Kevin Sickle Asst. Sports Editor J.J. Hanson Photo/Graphics Editor Kristin Hake Asst. Photo/Graphics Editor Mick Jenkins Online Editor Mike Burke Advertising and Business Manager Dave Grasso Faculty Advisor ndrea Breemer Frantz Background Info * Established in 1944 * Member of the Pennsylvania )/is.ii ' "'\'W .wdkes~J('-On.oom/ttradzon~ ... Newspaper Association * Printed on Thursdays, with the exception of holidays * 1,500 papers distributed weekly �MARCH 27, 2003 NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL 3 News Briefs Michigan's Moore gets Oscar, boos Female soldier from Arizona Courtesy of the Associated Pr~.ss identified as POW in Iraq LOS ANGELES (AP)-Michigan native and political activist Michael Moore received his first Oscar, a standing ovation and a chorus of "boos" at Sunday night's 75th annual Academy Awards. While accepting hit best documentary Oscar for "Bowling for Columbine," which explores America's gun culture, Moore criticized President Bush and the war on Iraq, saying the United States is at war "for fictitious reasons." Moore said he invited his fellow documentary nominees onstage with him _to support nonfiction because "we live in fictitipus times when we have fictitious election results that elect a fictitious president." · Many in the audience that had risen to its.feet when Moore was announced as the winner loudly booed the Flint, Mich. native's statement. "We live in a time where we have a man sending us to war for fictitious reasons, whether it's the fiction of duct tape or the fictitious orange alerts," Moore continued. "We are against this war, Mr. Bush. Shame off you, Mr. Bush. Shame on you." Moore has previously called the war unnecessary and accused Bush of exploiting the public's fears after the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. • "Anytime you have the pope and the Dixie Chicks against you, you're time is up," Moore said Sunday night. The lead singer of the country western group Dixie Chicks also has criticized President Bush. Moore's 1989 documentary "Roger & Me," in which he pursued former General Motors Corp. boss Roger Smith to confront him about the collapse of the auto industry in Moore's hometown, put the activist on the map. . He also is the author of the best-selling book Stupid White Men ... And Other Sorry Excuses for the State of the Nation which criticizes A,rp.erican politicians for favoring corporate wealth over public well-being. · Panty raid costs Victoria's Secret outlet $5,000 . BELLEVUE, Wash. (AP)-Call it a $5,000 panty raid. That's the estimated value of 300 sets of skivvies taken from a Victoria's Secret store. "I(s very unusual. It's shoplifting to the max," said Marcia Hamden, a police spoke~~Qma,n in this suburb east of Seattle. '• An employee noticed the panties in a variety of colors, styles and sizes were missing shorily before 5 p.m. Sunday, Harnden said. Each cost $15 to $28. Two display tables at the front of the store were cleared of the frilly, silky merchandise, and two other tables, one next to the cash register, were half-emptied, she said. A store manager would not discuss the theft. The company is working with police on the investigation, said Anthony Hebron, a ~pokesman for Limited Brands, the Victoria's Secret parent company in Columbus, Ohio. Police don't think it was an inside job. "All the employees were busy with customers, and no one noticed any suspicious shoppers," Hamden said. · "It's probably a crime of opportunity," Harnden said. "There's any range of possibilities-we could have a pervert doing it ... (for) sexual gratification, it could be somebody who'd take (the underwear) to a flea market to sell it there, or it could be for someone's personal use." Police may check flea markets and online auction sites such as eBay, Hamden said, "But if I were the consumer, I'd be very leery about buying undergarments from a disreputable source." Former politician remains free pending Supreme Court appeal • 0 ia UNIONTOWN, Pa. (AP)-A former county politician who ran a prostitution ring out of her rural farmhouse does not have to wait in jail while she appeals her conviction to the state Supreme Court, a judge ruled. Susanne Teslovich, 56, on Tuesday was scheduled to begin serving a prison sentence of six months to three years. Teslovich was first elected as a Fayette County commissioner in 1987 and served two terms before she lost her re-election bid in 1995. · Her business, First Class Entertainment Service, was a front for a prostitution ring, prosecutors said. Teslovich was convicted in December 2001 of prostitution and related charges for dispatching women to have sex with clients. Jack Connor, an attorney for Teslovich, said police never should have been given the authority to place a wiretap on her phone. Graphic tapes from those wiretaps were submitted in court. Connor said without the tapes, his client was convicted largely on hearsay that should not havCe been allowed in· court. The state Superior Court disagreed and denied her appeal. Teslovich maintains she did nothing wrong. Her lawyers have said Teslovich only allowed workers to perform topless massages and strip dances and that some workers may have engaged in prostitution on their own. Chris Roberts Associated Press Writer searching a Spanish-language network for cartoons to watch with Shoshana's 2-yearold daughter. "You know, hundreds of thousands of soldiers are out there. You never think that one of your family members would be one of those to be taken captive," said a cousin, Tracy Thome. More than 200 people gathered . Monday night for a community prayer service in Valley Center, Kan., to pray for missing 23-year-old Pfc. Patrick Miller, the troops and the people of Iraq. Miller is married with two young children. Miller's half brother, Thomas Hershberger, 27, has said he wants the United States to finish the war "as fast as possible" so his brother can come home. As for his mother, "I haven't had a conversation with her without her crying," he said. In Alamogordo, N.M., Natalie Hudson-the wife of POW Spc. Joseph Hudson, 23 -said Monday that Army EL PASO, Texas (AP)-Joining the 507th Maintenance Company was not supposed to be terribly risky. The Army company is made up mostly of mechanics and isn't considered a combat unit. So officials at Fort Bliss were horrified to learn that at least 10 members of the 507th were missing in Iraq, fr1e of whom were seen in Iraqi video being interrogated. Joel Hernandez, 19, instantly recognized his older brother, an Army supply truck driver, as he watched from his home in Mission; Texas. Supply Specialist Edgar Hernandez, 21, was one of those captured. "His job really is not that dangerous, but once you're out there anything you 10 is dangerous I guess," Joel Hernandez said. News of the captures rippled "He's a very kind person, aQd I'm extremely proud through Fort Bliss, the massive of him for fighting for our country." 1.1 million-acre - Kimberly Sloan post that is home Mother of MIA soldier to the Army's center for the education and training of air defense officials had telephoned to reassure her that artillery soldiers and units. all possible steps would be taken to get "The mood of course, is very Hudson home safely. tragic," spokeswoman Jean Offutt said "They tried to keep it positive," she Sunday. said. The couple started dating when she Offutt confirmed that at least IO of was a sophomore at Alamo_gordo High the missing were with the 507th; which School. They have a 5-year-old daughter. deployed last month with the 11th Air J::'our of the 10 missing were identified Defense Artillery Brigade. The 507th by relatives as: Pvt. Brandon Sloan, 19, of keeps diesel tanker trucks rolling, fixes Bedford Heights, Ohio; Pfc. Lori Piestt>wa, generators and maintains mechanical 22, of Tuba City, Ariz.; and Pfc. Jessica parts. Lynch, I 9, of Palestine, W.Va., and Sp'.:. Iraqi video showed five U.S. James Kiehl, 22, of Comfort, Texas. soldiers-four men and one woman-being Sloan's mother, Kimberly Sloan of peppered with questions. In response to Detroit, said the Army told her early queries about where they· were from, one Monday that her son was missing _and that soldier said he was from New Jersey; the nothing more was known about him. "He's a others said they were from Texas. very kind person, and I'm extremely proud The New Jersey soldier is Sgt. of.him for fighting for our country," she said James Riley, 31, who wanted to serve in Monday night. the military even when he was a young Randy Kiehl, 47, said his biggest boy growing up in New Zealand, his frustration was lack of information about family said from their home in his only child, a computer repair technician. Pennsauken, NJ. "As far as information goes, up and talking Athol Riley, his father, said that to people from the Pentagon, I've gotten the when James came home on leave last same information or story line: 'We don't summer, he painted the family's house, have anything else; he's listed as MIA'," then went back to Fort Bliss a week early Kiehl said. so he could get to work welding the Army "And in this day and age of informaequipment. tion technology, and satellite technology, Relatives of Spc. Shoshana I'm ex~military, and I didn't do anything if my Johnson said the 30-year-old single higher-ups didn't know where I was. So mother from Fort Bliss was the female when they tell me MIA, it's kind of hard to POW shown on TV. Her father said he handle," said Kiehl, an Army specialist from learned of his daughter's capture while 1975-1978. �4 NEWS MARCH 27 2003 A Night At the Movies with Phi Sigma Tau BY STEPHEN KEMBLE Beacon StajJWriter The Beacon/Kristin Hake Recent warm weather and heavy rainfalls have led to flooding at Wilkes' softball field, located at Kirby Park. A faulty flood gate has also contributed to the problems. Kirby Softball Field Flooded BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor Wilkes-Barre has a new water parkKirby. The warm spring weather melting winter's snow in conjunction with recent rainstorms and a faulty flood gate caused significant flooding over the weekend "in Kirby Park. Included in new aquatic attraction is field four, Wilkes softball teams' playing field. Today's softball game against Scranton, originally scheduled for home, will be played at College Misericordia. As far as when the softball team will be able to play at it own home field, Wilkes University softball coach, Frank Matthews, said, "It's just an issue of Flooded continued on page 5 DD ·you REALLY WANT TO BE RESP"ONSl!BLE FOR TURNING A TREE INTO A BUNCH OF OVERDUE NOTICES,? On Tuesday, March 25, Phi Sigma Tau hosted a free movie night at the Multicultural Lounge in the Henry Student Center and invited everyone affiliated with Wilkes University. This was the first program held by Phi Sigma Tau, the newly reinstated philosophy honor society at Wilkes University. The group provided free refreshments, and after the film, which was titled "13 Conversations About One Thing," there was a discussion of the major themes and issues associated with the film. The film effectively asked, "what is better for people to do; go on a conquest for happiness and try to make yourself happy, or just simply be happy with where you are and not even notice your happiness?" This philosophical challenge was the main focus for discussion following the film. Nicholas Tirone, Visitfog Assistant Professor and Advisor of Phi Sigma Tau, was the discussion leader following the movie. He started off by addressing the leading attributes that go against happiness, "Those three are guilt, boredom, and envy or jealousy," said Tirone. After he addressed those three 'concepts, he· encouraged the students who attended the program to discuss what characters in the movie portrayed those distinct characteristics and how it affected their lives in the movie. The discussion lasted about twenty-five minutes. The students who attended seemed very pleased with the event. Greg Specter, a senior English major, said, "For the program it was a very good movie, and I would . Lcamin~ 10 mana;ia rour Unanc:cs arnd a110ld dafault on y,orur stud9,it 1oa11 c@n Imp~, your Q~ity of llfe., ffl'lct 04Jt t,o,w to manage debt arid tlvtt comfortabl1 within your ms!ll(ls at lhA! onli11e &01.trc:.e for smatl 1tuoenl.L ~ .. _,m,ms• definitely come to another program like this one ... The biggest thing I learned was the concept...if you have to ask yourself if you're happy, then you're not happy." The turnout for the event was very good, according to Tirone. He said, "For a first event, I was definitely pleased on the amount of people that showed up and admission will always be free." There were about ten people who participated in the program and stayed for the discussion afterward. Laura Osborn, President of Phi Sigma Tau, also agreed with Tirone about the program's initial success and also offered an idea for upcoming programs. She said, "For a future program I had an • idea of doing a symposium where everyone stands up and gives a speech about some philosophical topic; they did those kinds of things among the ancient Greeks." Max Roth, philosophy major and Vice President of Phi Sima Tau, thought that the movie was, "very thought inspiring and a very good idea for the program." He also stated that even if he was not obligated to go to another program he would go anyway. Although Phi Sigma Tau is the national Philosophy honors society, Osborn clarified the holistic goal of the organization saying, "Though Phi Sigma Tau is an honors society-thus membership is somewhat exclusive-our goal is to bring a greater understanding of and interest in philosophy to the Wilkes . c;ommunity. Almost all of our events (except for induction ceremonies) will most likely be open to the entire Wilkes community." The Beacon/Ryan Klemish Let the Gaines Begin The newly completed game room will soon be host to an air hockey table, foosball table, and pool table. The choices of the games were based on an online survey asking for student imput. The results were released at Wednesday's SG meeting. �MARCH 27 2003 NEWS Parking Continued from page 1 "If we're going to go to marketplace rates over a period of time, you cannot all of a sudden close off and not have access to parking. And that's part of the trade off that the university that has to make. There is no free parking. You cannot all of sudden bring in a group of 200 people !nd expect that we're going to be able to manage it. That needs to be worked out," Byers stated. One current problem that Wotanis believes needs to be worked out is that residence lots are excluded from Gold Parking Day, something that Wotanis believes protects resident ·s paces at commuter's expense. "It is unfair. The simple fact that we can't utilize the residence spots when we're the people (commuters) that are most inconvenienced by Gold Parking," said Wotanis. "When guests come to Wilkes they almost always park in the Commuter Student Center lot, but commuters aren't allowed to park in the open Resident Lot spots." So why are "Resident Only" lots excluded from the Gold Parking program? That turns out to be a question more easily asked than answered. Chris Bailey, Director of Public Safety, inherited the enforcement of Gold Parking policy. He stated, "It was my understanding that Gold Parking Days were instituted not inclusive of Resident Parking spaces ... pursuant to Student Affairs." However, Director of Residence Life, Gretchen Yeninas, stated that she wasn't aware of the statute, saying, "I personally have never made a request to exclude resident lots from Gold Parking Days .. .I was under the impression .. .that resident lots were included." Adams, the person who proposed the Gold Parking Day concept admits that he, like Yeninas, "hadn't realized any lots were excluded from the Gold Parking Days." . Yeninas stated that she would be in favor of including Resident Lots, "Resident students often have their cars on campus because they have internships, are student teaching or doing Pharmacy practicums. Many times these commitments take place during the daytime hours. That is probably the prime time that commuter students would be looking for a place to park. There is no reason that I can see to not share the lots since we would (for the most part) be using the lots at different times, commuters during the day and residents during the evenings/ nights." Bailey agrees that the current provision excluding 'Resident Only' lots from Gold Parking seems biased against commuters, and stated that he would have "no problem" removing the stipulation from Gold Parking. "I will do anything necessary'to make it a more effective and efficient program." However, Bailey points out that it is not he who arbitrarily makes or changes policy, but rather the parking committee that decides, and then any action must be approved by the president's cabinet. Among those members of the parking committee are Bailey, Yeninas, Wotan is and Adams. Bailey stated that he plans to bring the issue up at the next parking committee meeting, which he hopes will occur sometime next week. Sex Happens Thanks to EC, Pregnancy Doesn't r•v1aybe you got caught up in th::! moment found a hole in the condom or met the man of your dreams. Whatever 1ne reason; unprotected sex happens. Taking EC (Emergency Contraception) within 72-hours of intercourse can reduce the risk of unintended pregnan:_y by as much as 89 percent. EC is available at Planned Parenthood heatth centers, induding Wilkes-Barre .. 63 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre 570-824-8921 Also in Scranton & Hazleton, 1-800~230~PLAN www.ppnep.org _ Planned Parenthood' of North East Pennsylvania 5 Flooded Continued from page 4 when the water drains out. The ground underneath is firm, so once the water gets out of there, we can probably get back on the field shortly after." Although home games at the Kirby field may be currently impossible, Matthews pointed out that practices haven't been affected. "We're able to use field one for practices. However, we cannot use that field for games." Matthews explained that the field doesn't completely meet NCAA's field regulations. Paul Kaspriski, Maintenance Manager, explained that this incident isn't an isolated one. "This is something that we deal with every year... now, whether it should or shouldn't be that way is another story." A major part of the flooding problem is caused by a broken gate, which, although city authorities reportedly have known it to be defective since 1979, has yet to be repaired. However, The Wilkes University groundskeepers are currently concerned with the problem at hand, which is, as Kaspriski explained, getting the field ready for play. "We're giving every effort we can to get the field ready to go as soon as possible ... hopefully it'll clear up completely after a couple of warm days," said Kaspriski. The softball team's next scheduled home game is this Saturday against Drew. The Beacon/Ryan Klemish The grand opening of the Commuter Council Lounge (seen above) will be held on April 3 from 11 - 1 p.m. Though the lounge was developed with commuters in mind, all are welcome. Lounge Continued from page 1 on campus that they can give us. So depending on how much money is left in our budget, I plan on spending the rest qur entire account to get the computers. I don't know if we will have enough, but I am hoping to purchase at least one or two," said Wotanis. Prior to transforming the basement into a lounge, the area was mostly used for campus storage. "Maintenance had a lot of stuff down there such as paint cans. When I first saw the location, it was really cluttered. Upward Bound also had some things down there. One whole room was just books and books. Now, it looks very spacious," said Wotanis. The basement of Conyngham Hall also temporarily housed the homeless through the VISION progam. Men associated with the program were housed in the basement of the building and were provided with two meals per day during their stay. "I am not really sure where they are going to house the homeless next semester. There are plenty of places on cirnpus that could be considered, so it was never made out to be a big problem," said Wotan is. Commuter Council representative Rich Hannick agrees that the lounge looked significantly different when the council first saw the new lounge area. "When we first looked at the base- men't, it was in shambles. We felt like we couldn't do anything with it. Then our ideas started to flow and we saw not what it was, but what it could be. We kr.-:w we could make it a nice place for commuters," said Hannick. "It's better than Rifkin if you want to watch TV and relax. Recently, we watched the NCAAs down there and had a good time." The Commuter Council members participated in selling candy bars to raise money for the lounge since the fall semester. "We were given $2,000 from Student _ Affairs following our proposal and received $2,000 from Dr. Loeschke's fund. Then as a group we decided to use $1,500 from our own budget toward the development of the lounge. We participated in fundraising all year, so that also produced about $1,200," said Wotanis. "Some of the members sold five cases of candy bars last semester. They really worked hard." Although the lounge was developed with commuter needs in minds, Wotanis points oµt that all students are invited to use the lounge at any time. The Commuter Council invites the Wilkes community to come to the Grand Opening on Thursday, April 3 from 11-1 pm. Food and refreshments will be served. �Renegotiating the Role of the Press in War Investigative journalism and the "watchdog" role developed at our nation's birth was fully embraced by the American press in the 1960s and early 1970s during particularly tumultuous times. During the Vietnam War, the press played a major role in accelerating the U.S. exit from an unpopular war. Thanks to the often shocking photos and film footage of the carnage of that war, the scathing reports from the field about soldiers who lost sight of a mission that was never clearly articulated in the first place, and the equal time coverage of domestic unrest on our own turf, the American press distinguished itself as a "player" on the political front. The power to move the masses was certainly a power newspapers and television stations across this country wielded. In careful analysis after, however, critics pointed out that the press sometimes went too far, crossing the fine line . between the public's right to know and both the right of individuals to privacy and the obligation of the government to protect national security. When the sensationalism of certain stories seemed to in fact escalate violence, the press became a convenient entity to blame for public action. At present, our nation is engaged in a new war against Iraq. Once again we seek reasons and explanations through various sources of media outlets. Once again, news media have the power to impact how we see one of the most important challenges ever to face our country. And again, we hope that responsibility is taken seriously by the press. The media is today known as the "Fourth Estate," meaning the press shares equal prominence and power with other branches of our government. Thus, the media plays the role as "Guardian of U.S. Democracy." In 1789, the First Amendment stated that Congress could not enact laws affecting or hindering the freedom of the press. Throughout the years we have witnessed a rise in the emphasis of ethics in the media which we would like to believe still exist. But the media face specific challenges ahead in • • MARCH 27, 2003 EDITORIAL 6 order to uphold that ethic. First, based on numerous examples of specific media personalities, it seems apparent that their goal is not to advance or educate the American public, but instead to advance their own careers. During this war we are seeing a new phenomenon: embedded reporters. Embedded reporters, hand-chosen by government officials, are allowed to travel with specific troops in order to report from the front. The means by which these reporters are chosen are questionable, and suggest that if the reporters "tell the story right," they'll be rewarded with exclusivity. As a result, we may assume that reporters fear the loss of the story and the loss of access if they don't report appropriately. Who determines what is "appropriate?" The American public will no The ideas and positiO!J,S exIJressed in '.?l! ~ditortal,ar,e t~pse ::' of (l;J.e+Edito,:ial Board 1'Qh.tc.h is co"tprisgd of Atfci~~gjng Edito~ · · ,'.;i~!t i~lrf/J;firltcJ+zC~fli~;:; ditor;tFeatures Edito.1;'/4rt~;;~ri{l,Bnter-i· tgiiimeAt11E4i(or, Sports Editor,...and;;Photo and& Graphics Ellitor ,. New •l longer see war footage as it did during the Vietnam War, with graphic images. The American public has a good perception of what war is and what war is like. We have fought quite a few of them and we have seen quite a few American men die. But is it right for the press to allow such censorship? Does this undermine the objective? We grant that seeing a war on TV does not n.ecessarily make people understand war. Our generation has already seen so much violence on TV that it has almost become desensitized. Until it really hits home, it just doesn't affect us. Also, showing live footage of combat does not help the morale of the American public or the American troops. To give such detailed coverage may hurt people in the long run and even cost lives. So the challenge for the American press is to figure out just exactly what the public does need to see and hear and to pursue it relentlessly. During the time of war it is unethical for the government to withhold information from the American people, unless it compromises the security of the operation or the troops. The government has an obligation to let the public know what is happening through use of archives, but they do not necessarily feel the need to inform the public of everything. The members of the press must be sensitive to national security issues as well as the informational needs of the audiences-a tough balance to strike. Another challenge facing the American media is the growing public perception that most riews reporters change and twist information; it's all about spin. Perhaps the biggest problem here is the blurring of the boundaries between public relations experts and news reporters. There appears to be a need to reform the way that the media operates. There are certain people in the field who just don't have ethical standards. People believe what they read in the. newspaper because they believe it to be fact just because it comes from a journalist who they believe to report all facts all the time. Should there be someone on the war front reporting? Absolutely. The problem is that some of them are not there to report the war at hand, to record the history, . or to report atrocities to the public. They are there to get ratings and boost their careers. If they were given the opportunity to spin a story to better themselves, there is no doubt that they would do it in a heartbeat. Finally, perhaps the toughest challenge American journalists face is an indiscriminant audience. In the end, despite what or how journalists cover the news, it is the discerning ~iewer who must decide what is fact and what is bogus, what is important and what is dramatized for "your viewing pleasure." Right now, American viewers and readers have a hard time differentiating between "reality" and "fantasy" (as is evident in the booming "reality" television industry). Thus, regardless of how _the story is reported, it is our responsibility to decide what we believe. op Five Fake Majors Try Graduating WITH nEducation BY J.J. HANSON Beacon Assistant Sports Editor Have you ever wondered how some people make it through four years of college? I have known scores of really stupid people in my four years at Wilkes. It boggled my mind as to how these people made it through an institution of higher learning. This week I am dealing with an issue that has been bugging me since I came to Wilkes in the fall of 1999. It is the hard-hitting issue of fake majors. There are a number of fake majors at Wilkes and I plan to outline my top five. At number five is Pharmacy. Pharmacy is a difficult major that deserves our respect and admiration. Those who enroll in this major are dedicated, and committed students who work extremely hard on a daily basis. Yet, I hate Pharmacy. I can't stand the major, and I want their money for my department. Number four on my list is Business. Wow, the only reason there is a business major is so football players can still maintain academic eligibility (no offense guys). A friend of mine is a senior business major. Semester after semester he makes Dean's list. How he makes Dean's list is beyond me. Don't get me wrong. The kid is extremely intelligent, but he does little to nothing that is worthy of academia. The boy is a senior and he asked me a month ago what an annotated bibliography was. How do you become a senior and not know what an annotated bibliography is? Going one step further is ebusiness. This was put in as a result of the tech boom and the University forgot to .t ake it out of the bulletin when the bubble burst. There isn't much else to say about this major except that it is garbage, complete garbage. If you want to waste $20,000 a year, major in e-business and you'll do all right. Coming in at the number two most worthless major slot is communication studies. What do these people do? Nothing. They write about nothing. They have no credible knowledge about anything, and yet we as a society listen to these people because they speak on talk shows and write in a newspaper. For the record, I am not a comm. studies major. I have more dignity than that. I have some training in an actual academic subject. From the mouth of an anonymous communication studies major, "If you don't want to, you .don't have to do anything." It doesn't take a genius to write in a newspaper. Take my column for example. Right now I am writing at an eighth grade level. Are you kidding me? This is a major. The number one fake major on my list with an astounding amount of worthlessness is elementary education. Addition and subtraction are not valid course materials for a university student. It's a joke; the education department had to add in a psychology minor so they could even come close to justifying this as a major. Some of their courses are: Cut and Paste 10 I, Pretty Signs 102, Fun with Numbers 204 (for the more advanced), Duck Duck Goose 205, and Nose picking and Cooties in the American Class Room 398. As one can clearly see the course material in this major is truly astounding. My editor is an elementary education major and he has been lecturing me as to the difficulties of his major. I would take him seriously, but while he is wearing his SpongeBob SquarePants tie, it is pretty hard to do. If you thought this column was funny, good, that was - intention. I kid but I do give kudos to the people in these majors. Many of you have a higher intellect than I can ever hope to achieve. You shouldn't take to heart my criticisms; it is just a joke. But despite my jesting, there is a Majors continued on page 7 �MARCH 27, 2003 EDITORIAL 7 Yes-It Really Is Worth It Experience gained in an internship opens all kinds of doors BY PILIP RUTHKOSKY Director of Cooperative Education One of the most enjoyable facets of my job is having the opportunity to meet so many students with such a diverse range of interests, opinions and dreams. I had the opportunity to work in the business world for several years, and I must admit, my former customers were boring compared to the students that come through my office. Two years ago, a young lady stopped by my office to talk about applying for a summer internship. It was rapidly approaching her senior year and she had no idea what she wanted to do after graduation. I started to explain our program and at first, she appeared very enthusiastic about going out into the real world and gaining some experience. But then the conversation hit a snag. As I outlined the program requirements, I explained that a three-credit internship would involve working at a professional setting for fifteen hours a week throughout the summer. Suddenly, she looked at . me with an agonized expression on her face. So, I asked if something was bothering her. She replied, "Well, fifteen hours a week seems like a lot of time. I hate to miss all of my soaps and I really like to lay in the sun during the summer. Is this really worth it?" Before I responded, I had to pause a second to make sure that she was serious. But there were no "I am only kiddings," or "gotchas," so I knew she was actually sincere. As I gazed at her in mild bewilderment, I replied, "Yes it is worth it. You can't put 'soap opera connoisseur' on your resume, and who really cares about your summer tan? It will fade anyway." She laughed, but then I spent the next few minutes trying to explain how ari i_nternship could help clarify her professional interests and perhaps point her in the right career direction. Fortunately, she eventually grasped what I was explaining and sacrificed her beloved soaps for a few months. She has since thanked me on numerous occasions for giving her a friendly motivational nudge. Now let me explain why I chose to share this example. When it comes time for graduation, you will need to prove to employers that you are a well-rounded person who has proven yourself both inside and outside of the classroom. Aside from the example above, the majority of Wilkes undergraduate students I encounter tend to be very aware that at graduation time it will be important to have a track record of professional accomplishments. However, as evidenced in the above account, there are still those who question whether it is worth it to invest the time and effort needed for an internship. Here are my top three reasons why you should take advantage of our program, especially with the current state of the economy. Contacts are key in a tight labor market. As everyone knows, the entry-level job market for college graduates is very competitive. The US Department of Labor has estimated that by the year 2005, 18 million college graduates will be competing for 14 million college level jobs. So what is the best way to land that first job? Sure, you can still religiously review electronic job search resources, glance at the newspaper want ads, or even cold call employers. When all is said and done however, one of the most effective methods of increasing your chances of landing that first job is by getting your name "out there" and making as many contacts as you can, a.k.a. "networking." Part-time internships and full-time co-ops provide you with this opportunity. If you work hard for a company and build up a reputation as a motivated intern, people will take notice. Your supervisor and work colleagues may not have a job available to offer you, but perhaps they know a client, friend or someone else who does. At the very Jeast, if you make an impression, you will be able to use them as a professional reference. Get Your Foot in the Door. An internship can potentially help yoµ get your foot in the door of a company that may lead to an offer of a full-time permanent position. The use of internships as part of the recruitment process has increased tremendously over the past few years. According to a recent survey by the National Association of Colleges & Employers, employers have indicated that interns are their best source of new full-time employees. Over the course of this past academic year alone, I have heard from at least seven Wilkes interns who have received job offers upon completion of their internship. As one employer supervisor recently told me while I was visiting a student on-site, "an internship allows me to test drive before I buy." Separate yourself from the pack in job interviews. If you don't understand the importance of gaining some experience prior to graduation now, you will when an employer starts peppering you with questions during your first job interview. Interviews are stressful enough, but they are even more stressful when you don't have much to talk about. Here is an excerpt from an e-mail that I recently received from Jonathon, who was a spring 2002 engineering co-op student: "Hi Phil, I thought you might appreciate a testimonial of the coop program in terms of what it can do for a student while looking for post-graduation employment. Today I had an interview with the gentlemen from the Naval Surface Warfare Center. Let's just say it went very well. And I owe a huge portion of it to the fact that I was able to reference my co-op during the interview. There were at least three questions that I answered using references from my co-op experience." By the way, thanks for the feedback, Jonathon. I think you said it all! So if you are still contemplating whether or not an internship is worth the effort, I hope I have extinguished any doubts. If you have not done so already, it's time to recognize the educational and professional developmental benefits that result from combining theory taught in the classroom with real-life work experience. Is it worth it? You bet it is! Majors Continued from page 6 serious problem in our institutions of higher learning. There are many students graduating from institutions throughout the country who are not educated. Basically, these people paid for a degree and spent four years day dreaming. What are these students going to do when they graduate? They spent four years doing nothing, paying thousands of dollars and now they don't know how to write. Is this their fault? No, I blame society for sending young people to school who were not ready to go. After high school there was no other course. According to all sources of authority (parents, teachers, U.S. news and World Report) you graduate and go to college, or you are labeled a loser. I don't know many people who wanted to be a loser. So if all you want is a degr'?e then I guess you should be content doing nothing, but I believe there is supposed to be something more to education than just a piece of paper. It seems to me that the pursuit of learning is fading because we perceive college as a business contract. I warn you, that it will come back to bite us. Take it from one who knows, people can see through the ruse. It is your time and your money so you get what you pay for. So folks, I leave you with the words of the great Tank Geddis, "C's get degrees." Ahh ... the Spring season is finally upon us. That means warmer weather, outdoor activities, and the yearly invasion of squirrels. The Beacon/Mick Jenkins �8 FEATURES MARCH 27, 2003 M One Woman's Journey: Ariel Hermele Tackles Life's Challenges as Graduation Looms weeks into Hermele's pregnancy. She began experiencing back pains, which the doctors believed were caused by kidney She speaks matter-of-factly, but with stones. Future ultrasounds proved obvious conviction: "I have a child at home that Hermele did not have kidney who is disabled. She may never talk and she may never walk. But little things in life I stones at all. She was suffering from a condition known as hydronephrosis, don't take for granted anymore. I don't take which is a back up of fluid in the my life for granted anymore. I look at myself kidney. This was caused by Hermele's and think, 'I can walk. I can talk.' And those uterus pressing on her ureter-which is are precious gifts." the tube that takes urine from the Ariel Hermele is an ordinary person kidney to the bladder-preventing the who is faced with extraordinary circumurine flow from the kidney. Three stances. Driven, determined, strong and weeks into the fall semester of 200 I she inspiring are a few of the words that might was forced to withdraw from all of her describe th_is Wilkes senior communication classes in order to rest and cope with studies major. the physical demands of the pregnency Most college students can relate to and hydronephrosis. Hermele's initial situation. She came to "I was mortified. I was so upset," Wilkes University in 1998 with the intention she said. "I wanted to prove to myself majoring in communications. Telecommunithat I could do this. I could do cations was her first choice for a concentraeverything I was going to do, like tion, but like many freshmen, she found that graduate with my friends and graduate her first choice wasn't what she thought it on time. Unfortunately, I got sick and would be. After a few classes and a long there was nothing I could do. I had to talk with Dr. Jane Elmes-Crahall, communicastop." tion studies professor, Hermele decided to But Hermele was able to find venture into the world of public relations, happiness in the middle of all of this which fit her perfectly. turmoil. The day before Thanksgiving in Also, like others, Hermele fell in love. 200 I, Wascavage asked Hermele to be his She met the man who would become her wife and she accepted. The proposal took fiancee, Ray Wascavage, a pharmacy place at Friday's restaurant, where the graduate of Wilkes, during her freshman couple had had their first date. year. Hermele said, "We started dating my January 14, 2002,just two months freshman year and we have been together later, Hermele gave birth to a baby girl, ever since." That is her way of explaining HaylieAlexa ___H___- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Wascavage. After avmg my daughter changed my life in many ways the birth of her and made me realize that I need to help other children like daughter, everyher. It is something that I feel I need to do. thing seemed to - Ariel Hermele slowly, but surely, fall back into place. Wilkes University senior Hermele never considered things, simple and to the point, even though permanently withdrawing from school. "I was worried· about school in the beginning. most would acknowledge that maintaining It was a major issue. The issue was: I am school work and a relationship could be going to go back, but I need help. That anything but simple. was the only thing in my mind that I knew. But not all things went according to It never entered into my mind not to go. I plan. knew I had to finish. I had to do it for Hermele found out she was pregnant myself, for my fiancee, and for my daughher junior year. She had full intentions of . ter:'' staying in school full-time and graduating Hermele was able to complete an with her friends. However, complications internship at Geisinger Hospital during the arose during Hermele's pregnancy that were spring semester of 2002. She returned to beyond her control. · school full-time the fall of the same year. The complications began twenty-six BY GINGER ESLICK Beacon Staff Writer Four and a half months after giving birth to Haylie, doctors began to suspect that something was not right with the baby her dreams. She gets this help through the emotional support of Wascavage and her family. She also has an aid who comes into her home five hours each day to help care for Hay lie. Although many people she comes in contact with view Hermele as incredibly strong, she does not see herself that way. "You mature when you have a child. Even when you get pregnant, you have to mature," she said. Elmes-Crahall described Hermele as handling her situation beautifully. "Overall [she is] amazingly mature ... She was scared initially, but I couldn't imagine anyone being a better mother. It was difficult, but I don't think Ariel ever hesitated to step right in and say, 'All right we are going to make her the best child, the happiest child that we can.' For as young as she is, she is very, very mature. lfl were her mother, I would be so proud of her." Through it all, Hermele is looking forward to her graduation from Wilkes in Photo Courtesy of Ariel Hermele May 2003. But if it is at all possible, her life Ariel Hermele and her daughter, Haylie has take yet another tum. Unlike man)' after noticing a developmental delay. After Wilkes grads who look forward to immedisome tests, doctors determined the cause ately entering the workforce after graduaof the delay, Hermele matter-of-factly tion, Hermele has decided .she will not b~ acknowledged, "The baby is disabled. Last heading directly into the job market, at least summer we found out that she has mild CP, not yet. Instead, Hermele will be attending (cerebral palsy) and she has a seizure LCCC this summer to take classes for disorder." nursing. She will be enrolled in College Cerebral palsy is a neurological Misericordia's second-degree nursing disorder that can cause mild to severe program the following summer. physical and mental arrested development. "I decided to go back to school to Some with cerebral palsy can speak and become a nurse," she said with a smile. "It walk, though to varying degrees. Others was something I realized I had a passion for cannot. In addition to the cerebral palsy, all along. Having my daughter changed my however, Hermele and Wascavage faced life in many ways and made me realize that I the added challenge of understanding and need to help other children like her. It is coping with Haylie's seizure disorder. something that I feel I need to do." Haylie's seizures sometimes cause Some might think that being thrown a her hips to pop out of place. Because of wild card in life would set.you back, make this, Haylie now wears a cast to prevent you lose your place. Not in Hermele's case. dislocation. It appears that because of the wild card she As new parents, Hermele and has now found her place, she knows what Wascavage have learned how to coordishe wants to do and she knows why. She nate not only the normal feeding, bathing, . has the love and support she needs from and interaction times with their child, but Wascavage, along with a supporting family, are also faced with the added challenge of and most of all she has love for her daughter making and keeping many doctors' that pulls her through each day. appointments for Hay lie. "I look at her and she is so beautiful. Hermele says she always knew she She smiles and it makes my day." was going to need help in order to fulfill Shakespeare ~lass Introduces the Bard to the Web BY MONICA CARDENAS Beacon Staff Writer Need to brush up on your Shakespeare? Check this out. Dr. Janet Wright-Stamer, Assistant Professor of English and Di~ector of the Wilkes University Writing Center, is currently leading her Shakespeare class in the creation of Caesar's Salad, an informative website on the upcoming Wilkes production of Julius Caesar at the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center. Work on the site began with the first class of the spring semester. It is designed to provide background information to those planning on seeing the production in April~ In order to create the site, Starner said, "The class broke into working groups, which changed as the project evolved." Presently, the site includes information ranging from interpretive readings of Julius Caesar to plot summaries and definitions of key terms, to name just a few. While the project is new to this year's Shakespeare continued on page 9 J-1 y Q A e1 v; Q A Q A Q A Q A Q Ii A Q A I ' ( J ti s ( I ( /. ( /. a g ( J ( ( IJ I ( I Sh St2 sh< m.i hai anc m.i m.i �FEATURES MARCH 27, 2003 9 Forget Skin Cancer, Local Residents Have a New Alternative BY GINA RESCINTI Beacon Correspondent Hundreds of thousands of people across the country flocked Rebecca Goodman.•· to tanning salons in the late eighties and early nineties to achieve the much sought after Hometown: Larksville, PA bronze glow. Year/Major: Freshman/English However, according to MSN.com, "In spite of claims that Q: Who is your role model? tanning booths offer safe tanning, A: No one in particular. I am influexposure in these booths can enced by a variety of people and cause cataracts, sunburns, skin various ideas. cancer, and premature aging of the Q: What is in your CD player right now? skin. Tanning booths emit UVA A: Audioslave and John Mayer'· radiation, posing both short and Q: If you could go on vacation, where would you go? long-term risks to the skin." A: Wales or Scotland . Students and local residents Q: Where do you see yourself in ten years? can now experience a safe new A: Teaching at a university and publishing way to look golden bronze for Q: What is your favorite movie? summertime in 60 seconds. The A: Interview with a Vampire because I am a fan of Anne Riel novels. most recent technology for a Q: If you were stranded on a deserted island,w~at t\\<'o things would you deep, dark looking tan is now like to have? ' ·· ·· · available without the fear of skin A: A writing tablet with a pen and matches cancer and exposure to harmful Q: Coke or Pepsi? UVArays. A:Coke Innovation, a tanning salon, opened in the United Penn Plaza in September of 2002. The salon Jeff Gadoyscik offers an easy, fast, and safe way to get a ten in less than 60 seconds with an innovative, stateHometown: Hazelton, PA of-the-art technology called MistYear/Major: Senior/Communication On Tan. The Mist-On Tan was Studies created and developed by Dr. Tom Laughlin, a biochemist from Texas. Q: Who is your role model? Mist-On Tan is a new way A: I look up to my parents, because of applying sunless tanning they have been wonderful and solution to the body. The tanner supportive. They have a major influence inmy life. is composed of a bronzer, which Q: What is in your CD player right now? gives th\;! body immediate goldenA: Disturbed's latest CD brown color, and DHA, dihydroxyQ: If you could go on vacation, where would you go? acetone, which gives the body a A: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico long-lasting tan. Q: Where do you see yourself in ten years? One of the most appealing A: In northeast Pennsylvania working as a successful public relations aspects of the Mist-On Tan is its agent, possibly owning my own business and doing some con;iputer safety from ultraviolet rays, in graphics. · ·· comparison to the sun and Q: What is your favorite movie? tanning beds. The product is A: Caddyshack because it is very funny and actors like Bill Murray and considered cosmetic. It uses the Chevy Chase are in it. same basic tanning components Q: If you were stranded on a deserted island, what two things would you as the products being promoted like to have? as a smart alternative to tanning. A: A jug of ice water and a cell phone The most unique feature of this Q: Coke or Pepsi? tan is the way it is applied. The A: Diet Pepsi Twist. "tan" is actually misted onto your body. The process is quite simple. The customer enters the Mist-On Tan machine and stands upright in a ballerina position, with his/her arms over his/her head. As the mist spays lightly across the body, the customer rotates to ensure that mist is evenly applied. Buffing, immediately follows the session in order to spread the excess solution over the body. Buffing will not remove-the tan. Drying time is o:1ly 30 seconds. The initial tan, which can be observed in seconds, is a deep, The new Mist-on tan is safer than other methods. dark brown. It is often referred to as a Jamaican tan. This bronzer component of the Mist-On Tan will wash off after the user's first bath or shower. However, the DHA component peaks within 1224 hours, and is a golden-brown color that lasts for four to five days . One concern that the new user of the Mist-On Tan may wonder is, "Will the Mist-On Tan tum the body orange?" The answer is no. The mist is the most advanced sunless tanning method on the market. Laughlin said, "Sunless tanning has come a long way from those old days." In addition to the aesthetic value of Mist-On Tan, this new technology provides a safe way to avoid skin cancer. Melanoma, a form of skin cancer, "is often caused by too much exposure to the sun," according to Web-MD.com. During 2002, Web-MD.com concludf,d that, "approximately 53,000 people in the United States were diagnosed with melanoma and approximately 7,000 people died from the disease." Nadine Mrochko, owner of Innovation Salon, has had a good response to the Mist-On Tan since she introduced the new technology locally. As Mrochko sat at her desk with a glowing, out-of-season, healthy looking tan, she explained that, "The reaction . has been good. People like the speed, the color, and the fact that it is healthy. The product does not enter the bloodstream, and it is much safer than ultraviolet rays. Even pregnant women can use it." Mrochko added, "There are only about 140 other MistOn Tan applicators in the nation with the closest being in Pittsburgh." Ginger Eslick, a sophomore communication studies major at Wilkes, said, "[My] doctor told [me] to never put [my] face in the sun again," after she suffered from an awful case of sun poisoning as a teenager. Because of this . exposure, Eslick is now at risk for skin cancer. Eslick added, "[I] think that the Mist-On Tan is perfect for [me] because [I] would be able to achieve a natural looking tan without the effects of the sun." The Mist-On Tan costs between $15-$20 depending on the package. Innovation's hours of operation are Tuesday through Sunday with no appointment required. Shakespeare Continued from page 8 Shakespeare class, it is not new to Stamer. This is the second year she has tackled this job, and has made a few adjustments. "There has been more group discussion, and more structural planning." In addition, the class is made up of not only English majors, but theater majors as well. This, according to Stamer, has provided a number of different approaches to the text. The diversity of the group gives the site a new twist in comparison to last year. As a result, a feature of this year's site is a "real-time" diary kept by performer senior theater major Alex Kashatus. This will include the behind-the-scenes happenings leading up to opening night. While Stamer makes it clear that building Caesar's Salad is very exciting work, tt is affirmed by students as well. Jeff Geller, senior English major, said, "I think it's been a lot of fun to work on the site. It gives me a chance to post what I think about Caesar." Stamer and her class hope to have the site finished by Friday. This will provide Wilkes and the surrounding community an opportunity to gain more knowledge on the play before the production on April 10-13. Visit http:// course. wilkes.edu/ shakespeare2003 after Friday for a variety of information that will surely make Julius Caesar all the more enjoyable. �10 FEATURES MARCH 27, 2003 Body Piercing for Pleasue, Artistic Freedom, Rebellion BY AMANDA MARTUCCI Beacon Correspondent More and more young adults are getting pierced today, especially at the age when students traditionally enter and attend college (18-22 years). However, piercings are risky for several reasons. One local piercing specialist offers some safety ti ps that hi s employer practices to those cleaning instructions, everything should be safe and clean." Rachel Fosco, a Senior Sociology major, has been pierced by Steve. "I didn't have a single problem with my piercing," said Fosco. "I just followed the instructions that they gave me and everything turned out ok." Fosco added, "They made you feel very calm and explained the whole procedure as they were doing it." For clients who choose Marc's Tattooing, Steve said the only thing to worry about is, of course, the pai n. "The only real concern is the pain, but that is only for some people. Some have a higher tolerance than others. Piercing isn't as dangerous as everyone thinks," said Steve. IV ar pl Though most find it to be a bit painfu l, tongue piercing (shown above) has become a popular form of self-expression. """] ...::::_ j www1·.7 twt•, f r\: ...::::_ 1!\: ·:xc.+.:l I s STUDENTS WELCOME 0 g p Body piercing has become a form of art for many teenagers. b F who want to get pierced. Steve, who likes to be known just as Steve, is a local body piercing specialist at Marc's Tatooing on Rt. 309 in Wilkes-Barre. Steve is in his fifth year in the business and entered the field, like many across the nation, because it was unusual and intriguing. "Piercing just became an interest of mine. It was just something new for me to do," he said. Marc's Tattooing has a well-established reputation for both piercing and tattooing in this area, as well as in the Scranton area. "We won't pierce anyone under eighteen years of age. I would say 75-90% of our customers are in college. They are away from home and ready to rebel," said Steve. "That is one of the big risks. There are no regulations in PA for a tattoo parlor. We regulate ourselves." Steve also encourages people to not always believe what they hear about more ri sky piercing, like on the tongue. "There are always going to be myths about getting certain things pierced . to scare people from getting them," said Steve. "No, your tongue is not going to fall off if you get it pierced! If you go to a place that knows what they are doing, you will be fine," he added. "The biggest thing to watch for are places that don't card their customers. This is where the risks may come into play," he added. Steve said that infection occurs only at those places that are not hygenic, and to those who do not follow up on cleaning their piercings. He added that Hepatitis is one of the only major risks that can occur, and this is only a risk at places that are unclean. Steve mentioned, "The only other risk that may be a concern is an infection, and that is at the fault of the customer. 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On Sunday, March 29, Virginia Coalition (VaCo) will roll into town and jam with Wilkes University students in the Henry Student Center Ballroom at 9 p.m. The band formed in Alexandria, Virginia, in 1998 and includes musicians: Andrew Thunder on vocals, guitar, and congas; Steve Dawson on vocals and guitars; Paul Ottinger on p!ano, keyboard, percussion and bass; Jarrett Nicolay on bass, banjo, and accordion; and John Patrick on drums and vocals. In the spring of that same year, the five friends and band mates recorded and released their first album entitled The Colors of the Sound. The album consists of all original songs and has sold an impres- · years, a little James Brown, a little Beatles, a do on Sunday, head over to the Henry sive 20,000 copies. little R.E.M., a little Chuck Brown." Student Center and treat yourself to the From then on there was no looking Over the years Virginia Coalition has · sounds of Virginia Coalition. back. According to the Digital Club worked extensively on creating its OWIJ Doors open at 7 p.m. and the band Network, "What began as an intense local sound and expanding its own personal takes the stage at 9 p.m. Admission is free buzz has grown to a national roar as music "Street Team" that extends from Chicago, to for Wilkes students and $5 for the general fans and professionals alike come to Vermont, and south to Florida. So if you're public. appreciate the curious about this eclectic bunch, you're a For more information on Virginia truly unique music lover hungry for an opportunity for Coalition, log onto the official website at musical sound live entertainment, or just have nothing to www.vacosongs.com. and live performance excitement that is Va Co." In 2000, Virginia Coalition recorded its second album entitled Townburg and boasted all original songs. The band then hit the road, opening for such acts as Dave Matthews Band and Counting Crows. VaCo also made large strides in record sales for its second album, increasing sales for Townburg to 30,000 copies. On January 21 of this year the group released their third CD called Rock and Roll Party. The CD is mixed by Joe Cook, who has worked with big acts such as Counting Crows, Mick Jagger, and Sheryl Crow. This album combines funk, rock, and D.C. go-go into a style that has the authentic stamp of Virginia Coalition on it. • The Washington Post has said Virginia Coalition, seen above, will preform at Wilkes this Sunday in Virginia Coalition "sounds like a musical the Ballroom. Tickets are free for students. overview of pop music of the past 40 CD Review: Tim McGraw . and the Dancehall Docto-rs BY JESSICA SKUTACK Beacon Arts & Entertainment Editor This time around the CD review has gone country with a look at one of country music's hottest, most popular, and arguably most talented stars. It seems as if Tim McGraw and his wife Faith Hill are here, there, and everywhere, burning up the charts and making strides in country music with experi~ mental mixtures of different genres. Faith is known to mix country with pop while Tim is known to go for a" mix of rock and country. This week · we'll be looking at Tim McGraw's latest album entitlecl Tim McGraw and the Dancehall Doctors. This album is interesting, if for ~o other recfson, because like past country legends McGraw hit the studio and recorded his new musical offerings'with the Dancehall Doctors;' his • road ,b3:9d, those good ol' boys who keep him co~pany ,on his tumultuous trips throughout the states. Being a country music fan myself concerning subject matter. That of course is with vigor. This is one of the few songs that · just my opinion; take it for what it's worth. and never having owned a Tim McGraw refrains from talking about Jove. Instead it ,,, talks:~bout wanting "to do this or that and CD (I know,'shame on me for calling myselJ .· The Basics always being constrained by the clock on a country music fan without having him in the wall. my collection) I was really excited to review Tim McGraw and the Dance/Jal/ P,octors contains 15 tracks including ''Red Track Three: "Home"-This track is a this CD. lwas also hoping that McGraw \ Ragtop'! and tqe remake of Elton John's twangy country song with fiddle and all. would help me to break some of the classic "Tiny Dancer" which you can find There is a simple beat and speaks about a stereotypes that people have about country music like all they do is whine playing on your favorite country station. home that is longed after and has become nostalgic, Which many of us can relate to. about lrn,t}ove, their . The CD runs for exactly one hour, six dog dying, and their minutes, and ten seconds according to Track Four: "Red Ragtop"- In my Windows Media Player and can be puropinion the subject matter of the song is truck not starting. WhileMcGraw may chasedfor approximately $13 to $15 depend- . more interesting than the music in this one, not lament aboul'his ing on where you shop. Now that the basics but it kind of grows on you after a while dog or pay homage to are covered, let's move on to the heart of the and you may find your finger reaching for his pickup, he still album: the songs. the repeat button. At first glance you may think that this is a basic diddy about boy spends a great majority of the time •The Songs meets girl, they fall in love, and then boy Track One: ''Comfort Me''- This is a talking about love loses girl, but upon closer inspection you and losing Jove and very strong song to start the album with and will see that the song mentions abortion, which i~ pretty much a taboo in the country ony that has aninteresting bea.t t9 it. J:he just aboll~,anyt.h ipg · that has·tp do with · · · song compiencd with am,ilitacy~like mµsic industry; you just don't speak of drumbeat that continues to serve as the such things. Why McGraw includeg this love µntil yoµ just . .... piece of information and the impactit has can't take; it a~ymore ' ,ba515,bone for. the song except during th.e · · had is upfor interpretation. ·; ---...,,...,,--.-, ,.~d feel like saying, chcu;µs. "Comfort Me'.' is Basicallyi)l ' !'Tim, please sing about something else." traditional:s~unding country ;ong paying Tlack Five: "That's Why God Made With thatsaid,l think there are also homage to a woman and all of the rustic · }1ex,.ico"-This s~~g to' me sounds llke some good things to admire aboutthe activities he mjsses accompanied by a someone whining about bad relationships :p~:,{·, .. ; alqum. The mixture of country \\-'ith otqer catchy, fast beat. and making Mexico seems like a mystical genres is impressiye and the musical . Tra~Js'Iwq: "Tickin' Away"- I would place.It sounds to my ear like the iccompaperformance bythe Dance.hall Qoctors is personally describe this song as a cross' n1i~g mll.5,!E 'Yas tryipg to be me11ow and exceptional'. The songwriting is strong, but between a r9ck ballad and ,:t'country tune; ,iMcGraw . at tjmes,foeepis t9 lack creatiy.jty, at lec1:st The....,.,,... ~lsftric gµi~r sta.µds out and is .·,·:,::::·•· played .... ..,....... ,;-:•·· continueqion+page-1,3 . .. '.','.·-•-• .-.. •.•-· -.·. �MARCH 27, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 12 z.tt Regular 12' and lteads , · The best plzza in town is now the best deal for delivery or takeout! • ,_,,,,-,.,,,• ·::"'"y_•~·«-i' t..-..1 , . ...,._. e<-''. "2 m 2R •·. e 16'" Pl IJeadstJ· · 12" P $9, <l' I - l l·161' . $1 · ·115 ,:.=,""' Tho FQmily Party P,o ck 1 lo rgo l 6" .Plu.o,, l large Order (16) Wings ond 1 Otdet of Moncueth::, Sticks $Ht95* We ,d eliver to Wilkes University Grotto Pizza Gateway Center. Edwardsville 331-FAST (3278) • Does not include tax.. gratuity. or delivery charge. l �MARCH 27, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 Dawson and Company Reinvent Julius Caesar Traditional male roles challenge actresses BY JEFF GELLER Beacon Staff Writer Wilkes University's Department of Visual and Performing Arts~ill be performing William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar, April I 0-12 at 8 p.m. and a matinee perfomance on April 13 at 2 p.m. While the historical still dramatizes the emperor's life, this perfqrmance has a twist; a twist on gender. The audience will not be walking into a historic interpretation of the Roman Emperor; rather they will be treated to a timeless view of the Sj1akespearean classic where gender is not an issue and traditional roles have a more feminine approach. This play will not be set in ancient Rome, but instead a timeless Rome recreated on the main stage of the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center. There will be no togas, sandals, or' McGraw Continued from page 11 sound like island music, but falls a little short. I did however enjoy the incorporation of brass instruments into the song. Track Six: "Watch the Wind Blow By"-A ballad from a cowboy to his girl expressing how he would like nothing else than to spend the day with her and let time pass by. This is a country song with a touch of jazz present in McGraw's voice, the beat, and the piano accompaniment. I found it quite interesting to listen to and enjoyable. Track Seven: "Illegal"- Serves as a .. nice change of pace because. it is a harderhitting song. There is more about love and believing in love and the risk involved with love. The chorus states, "Oh, it should be illegal it gets me so high I can fly like and eagle night after night." Needless to'say, this track didn't make me feel high and I thought the lyrics were somewhat corny. Tracks eight through eleven deal with much of the same lovey-dovey material and this is the point where my opinion of the CD started to drop since I was sick of hearing about the wonders and pains of love and everything in between. Also the musical aspects were straight country and at times didn't fit the lyrics. Track 12: "Who Are They"- This track is refreshing because it is lively has substance to it, and doesn't mention love or have love as a major theme. Instead McGraw questions authority and the right some faceless politically correct mass has the right to dictate what is right and wrong, "'..:=I • mance what Shakespeare intended it to be: a non-gender specific play with universal appeal. This is why Shakespeare's works are still performed 500 years after his death. Dawson remarked, "It is not like these women will be transvestites. It's more like the character will be a woman." Dawson continues, "It was very easy to switch a good and bad, etc. Track 13: "Real Good Man"-This track has a good beat and mixes rock with country, which is usually a successful venture. Guess what? We're back to Jove again. This time we're talking about a rebel who has a good heart on the inside and could love a woman the way she deserves to be loved. Track 14: ''All WeEverFind"McGraw puts the proverbial nail in the coffin with this song. We return to his favorite subject [love], the beat is slow, the song drags on, and the music doesn't seem to fit the words. This is truly one of my least favorite songs because of the aforementioned ideas. Track 15: "Tiny Dancer"- McGraw chooses to close this hodgepodge of music with a remake of an Elton John classic. I love this song because it is just so whimsical and always makes me think of one .of my himself in trying to hit those high notes like only Sir Elton can. Overall, a good try, but a little flat. Caesar continued on page 14 The Verdict Personally, I wouldn't go out and purchase this album for myself;-but it does have its merits. The music is truly great and some of the songs are really likable. I even found myself singing along and tapping my toe at times. Like every album it has its strengths and weaknesses, and even though I don't particularly like the album, I think its strengths outweigh its weaknesses. i would recommend the album to hardcore country and Tim McGraw fans or to anyone looking for something different to listen to. However, I still think that McGraw has to keep some of the love he · has inside and move on to greener pastures in his lyrics. ,• • • ... • olive wreaths. The performers will not be dressed in gender-specific costumes. Rather they will wear unisex costumes. Why is this? It's quite simple. Females have been cast in traditional male roles, which is a complete reversal of what happened back in Shakespeare's day. Back then, young boys and men played all of the roles, including those of women. Joe Dawson, the director of the production, is looking to make this perfor- 1 0 _ ·_r:_;_~-~-i~e_Io_:_.~_:_:_~_·A_is_:_:_:_:_:_:_t~__~_~_}_a_~_s_:_~_:n_i~-------------------' Why dorm•when you could have your own apartment? (r.v·.era:nt ,1Hord,;l.ia. ;i.co;ft"• r.;,.;r up,wtm~h '-'•11! ch1ngt: )IQ.;r 1.ir:w>' ,1b::ivt !rvirig r:r ,,unput ,t.J! J tt.' eqwpf'.l'l;d ·,v1th .i prrv,.itr, r;,.,1k<m1 modt"fn kiltht.S', ,wd b,1Ut •,..-,111 l<J •1,;,dl \,nps:irt·,;; .u1<011drtoring, tt'<s.1 ily Jnd l 4 h>~f ¢n'itrgL¥\Cy ,H,ml,mC).'\, · I 2 bi:::::.kix:rn ;1p:irtrntnt r \•nth ~:1rl1ri,g '.it;JJi!f'c ~oN&'fK' il'Vil!kfti;:::, f-\-:,t,t' u1ll fr:1 ,c.1'.,rg; 1nfo1n1,1J,nn S70.81t.4:t.)9 • �14 MARCH 27, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Caesar Continued from page 11 couple of pronouns in the dialogue to suit a woman. Other than that, why not have woman p_iaying male characters?" Dawson continued that Shakespeare's text and characters allow for such flexibility in interpretation. "Julius Caesar text is verisimilitude, It has generality, morality, and has a very universal theme," he said. When casting the play Dawson looked at what the actors themselves could bring to the roles. Dawson noted, "When casting this play, I tried to cast the actors with similar personality traits as the characters." The main character of Cassius the conspirator will be played by junior theater major Tiffany Smith. Smith remarked, "Shakespeare text makes it easy for me to play this role as woman. There is a real relationship between my character and the character Brutus. In our relationship I get to treat it as a seduction. [It] is pretty interesting to look at this text this way." Smith feels she gets a chance to express Cassius as a "lover of liberty" instead of power hungry as the character is traditionally played. Smith remarked, "I don't think this is a big deal with women playing men. After a while, the audience should be willing to believe my performance as Cassius. It is just another interpretation like R & J, so I hope people will come out to see it." Showin' it Off Two models sport ethnic clothes at the International Fashion Show, held in the Ballroom last Saturday. The Beacon/Jason McDermott •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• • This Week in Entertainment History * : March 27, 1985 - Billy Dee Williams was given a star on the Hollywood Walk of • Fame. His star is placed between Joan Davis and Harry Carey. : March 28, 1986 - More than 6,000 radio stations played "We are the World" • simultaneously, at 10: 15 a.m. EST. The promotion was part of the biggest, participatory : event in history, which linked a human chain of millions of people from ocean to ocean. • It also created an awareness of the African famine relief project. , : March 29, 1982 -The oldest soap opera on television, Search for Tomorrow, • jumped from CBS, where it started 30 years prior, to NBC. During the change, the program, owned and sponsored by Proctor and Gamble, continued right along with the • story; it just picked up on the new station the next day. Many celebrities have been on Search for Tomorrow including: Don Knotts, Sandy Duncan, Lee Grant, Tom Ewell, Roy Scheider and Hal Linden. March 30, 1971-The Bee Gees were given a gold record for "Lonely Days." When playing the gold record, they heard the song at a faster speed and said, "Hey, this sounds like disco!" TJ;1e rest is part of Saturday Night Fever history. March 31, 1999 - The Matrix, starring Keanu Reeves and Laurence Fishburne, opened in United States theaters. It was a runaway hit, but few critics fully understood the plot. April 1, 1963 -The television soap opera, General Hospital, began its Jong run on ABC-TV. Not to be left out of the medical drama world, NBC-TV countered with The .Doctors. • April 2, 1974- Millions of television viewers watching the live Academy Award :ceremony saw a naked man "streak" across the stage, as host David Niven was • introducing Elizabeth Taylor prior to the Best Picture category. Robert Opal, a 33-year: old advertising executive, was siezed by security guards as he dashed off the stage. No •charges were pressed, and it was rumored that Opal's streaking was set-up, as the live . : telecast had the bottom portion of the screen blacked out. Opal's private parts never • were seen over the airwaves, which would have been impossible to prevent had : som~one at the network not known in advance of the stunt. ~- ...:..Ii..,, ..................... *Information provided courtesy of www.uselessknowledge.com*. ............ . , :Jasfy ~Jb.r:fs Finally! The air has wanned l.lp; the sun is shining brightly. And are those birds I hear? Yes, spring is here, and it is wonderful. But now that it has. warmed up, so have our appetites. In the winter we are more accustomed to eating large and heavy meals: while in the summer, most people stick to lighter food selections. But what happens during sp!;ing? ,Well, we need to find a diet that fa11s somewhere in between the Thanksgiving feast and the fruit salad. Try eating lighter selections of poultry, fish, vegetables, and fruit. These options will keep you energized and full, but they won't make you feel like a pile of bricks. BY MELISSA GALLUP Beacon Staff Writer Lemon Chicken Recipe Courtesy of Michelle Urvater 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup chicken broth mixed with 2 teaspoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter 1 small scallion, thinly sliced Salt and freshly ground pepper Separate the tenderloins from the breasts. Between sheets of plastic wrap pound the thicker side of the breast to make it more even in thickness. Season the chicken with salt. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over moderate heat. Add the chicken breasts and tenderloins. Saute for about four to five minutes. You'll know to turn the chicken over when the top looks opaque (tenderloins may take only two to three minutes per side). Saute on other side four to fiye minutes or until the interior is cooked through. Mix lemon zest and lemon juice into chicken broth. Remove the,chicken to a plate. Give the lemon broth cornstarch mixture a stir and add it to skillet. Deglaze the pan and simmer for a two minutes or until the sauce loo_ks thick and glossy.ffaste and season with salt and pepper. Remove the skillet from the heat and whisk in the butter if you wish. Pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle the scallions on top. •• Balsamic Glazed Vegetables Recipe courtesy Rachael Ray I l /2 to 2 poun~s of your choice of the following, or any combination of: "baby" packaged fresh carrots, brussel sprouts, yellow squash (you can also use broccoli, cauliflower and zucchini) 1/2 cup water 1/2cup balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon butter Sa1t and freshly ground black pepper Chopped parsley leaves, for garnish Place veggies in a pan with water and vinegar. Bring to a boil and cover. Reduce .heat to medium and cook 10 minutes. Remove lid and raise heat back up. Allow the water to boil away and the vinegar to reduce and glaze the veggies, about five to seven minutes. When the vegetables are glazed, to a sweet, rich brown color add butter to the pan. Tum veggies to coat lightly with butter. Season with salt, pepper and serve. Garnish with parsley. · For an optional glaze for the vegetables, substitute 1/4 melted butter and 1/4 cup honey for 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar. Follow method as listed. ~ Fofm9re.tasty r~ipes, visit: • www.wilkesbeacon~com '-'-------------------------------"-----' �MARCH 27, 2003 SPORTS 15 Colonels Can't Hold Eight-Run Lead Fall to Division-II Bloomsburg, 14-9 BY DENNIS FERENCHICK Beacon Editorial Board Chair 14-9 come-from-behind victory. With the win, Division II Bloomsburg Talk about a bad case of deja vu. improved to 11-8 overall. The Huskies Using a seven-run sixth inning to kicked off conference play against ignite a fierce comeback, the Bloomsburg Millersville University on Wednesday University Huskies rallied from an eightafternoon. "We started off really strong, had run deficit to hand the Wilkes University baseball team its second consecutive 14-9 some clutch hits, and scored a lot of runs in home loss Monday afternoon at Artillery the first four or five innings," said Colonels Park. assistant coach Matt Diltz. "But right now, we're lacking some experience in different It was the second time in four games positions and, ultimately, that's hurting us that Wilkes (4-8 overall, 0-3 in conference) in the later innings keeping leads. Against jumped out to an early 9-1 lead, only to watch it disappear down the stretch. On Bloom, we made a couple of mental mistakes and right now that's our problem. We're losing our mental focus at the end of games, and we're not closing them out." In the first, Wilkes jumped out to a 2-0 lead on junior Matt Midkiffs two-run homer. Four innings later, holding on to a 3-1 advantage, the Colonels exploded for six runs in the fifth to extend their lead to eight runs. Junior Chris Caccavale ignited the outburst with a two-run blast over the centerfield fence, increasing the The Beacon/Mick Jenkins Wilkes lead to 5-1. Also Though the Colonels hitting has been solid, the team contributing for the defense has been a question mark so far this season. Colonels in the fifth was March 22, Freedom Conference rival and sophomore Tyler Trutt, who smacked an powerhouse DeSales University spoiled RBI double, while sophomore Steve Imdorf, the Colonel s' home opener with its own who moved to third on Trutt's hit, scored ,,. The Colonels blew an eight-run lead in a home loss to Bloomsburg. on a wild pitch. Junior Dave Morgan and sophomore Charles Hampton each had RBI singles respectively as well. An inning later, Bloomsburg would answer with seven runs to cut the gap to 9-8, and then took the lead for good in the seventh. Junior Brian Zorger led off the inning with a triple, and two outs later junior Stefan Muller blasted a triple of his own to score Zorger and tie the game at 9-9. Junior Joe Pesci then hit an RBI single to give the Huskies a I 0-9 lead. Unfortunately for the Colonels, they were unable to get anything else going offensively. The Beacon/Mick Jenkins "The bats just went dead," explained Diltz. "I think we started getting too complacent at the plate, looking at too many good pitches, and we left a lot of runners on base. We weren't getting the clutch hits in the later innings that we were in the beginning of the game." The Wilkes pitching staff allowed 16 of Bloomburg's 17 hits in the final four innings. Junior Mike Spotts was tagged with the loss after giving up three earned runs in two and one-third innings of work. Baseball continued on page 18 Colonels Ace King's in Cross-town Rivalry BY NICOLE NORTON Beacon Correspondent The Wilkes University men's tennis team opened Freedom Conference play with a 4-3 victory cross-town rival King's College at Kirby Park on Saturday. Sophomore Hassan Shah and freshman Arvin Narula got the Colonels going early in the match with an 8-1 win at first doubles over the Monarchs' Eric Calabrese and Jason Sallemi. Senior Jason Leach and sophomore Madhan Srinivasan then clinched the doubles point for Wilkes with their own 8-1 victory. Srinivasan and Shah recorded their second wins of the match, 7-6 (7-4), 6-3 and 6-0, 6-2, respectivly. Srinivasan disposed of Kevin Kolodgie at number one singles, while Shah dominated Calabrese at the number two singles spot. The Colonels' final point came at number six singles when Narula rallied from a set down to beat the Monarchs' Erica Mazza. The team will travel to Madison, NJ on Saturday to face the defending conference champion Drew University Rangers in a much-anticipated match slated to begin at 1 p.m. rrhe Beacon Looking for a. Few Good Leaders The Beacon is curr~ctly accepting applications for leadership positions for the 2003-04 school year. Editorial, assistant editor, photo/graphics, layout, business/advertising, and web management are all positions within the organization that receive scholarship money and provide outstanding leadership experience for .students in majors. · For an application, please e-mail Faculty Advisor, D~,AndreaFrantz: . frantza@wilkes.edu or stop by her office at 305 CapinH,all. All applications for leadership positions are due by March 28, 2003. all ., The Beacon/Kristin Hake Jason Leach returns a shot in Colonels win over King's. �16 SPORTS MARCH 27, 2003 Mota's Suspension for Hitting Piazza Reduced to Four Games Courtesy of the Associated Press VERO BEACH, Fla. (AP)- Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Guillermo Mota's suspension for hitting New York Mets catcher Mike Piazza with a pitch last month was reduced to four games Tuesday. Dodgers manager Jim Tracy said he was pleased to hear the penalty had been reduced. He still is strongly leaning toward opening the season ":ith 12 pitchers, including Mota, tg make sure he doesn't drain his bullpen in the first four games. It was the second straight year Mota and Piazza were involved in a springtraining confrontation. Mota hit Piazza in the back~ide with a pitch in the Dodgers' final Grapefruit League game last year at Vero Beach. One inning later, Piazza grabbed Mota by the throat. Mota said he watched videotapes of both incidents during the hearing. He said he was asked whether he'd hit Piazza intentionally in retaliation for what took place last year. ] in fit Mota was l-3witha4.15ERAin43 appearances with the Dodgers last season. He has a 2.03 ERA with 17 strikeouts in 13 1-3 innings this spring. St ca pt ta th th ti, re Become a Lifesaver.l• • Donate Plasma that Is needed for mflllons of people · each year ... IBPI Mike Piazza th t SI b< bi Sl C d k ta B Interstate Blood & Plasma, Inc. 41 S. Main St Wilkes Barre, PA Mota, who originally had to sit out five games, pleaded his case at a 20~minute appeals hearing with Bob DuPuy, baseball's chief operating officer, and discipline czar Bob Watson. 0 It's Safe · Mota, 29, was suspended after hitting Piazza with a pitch to spark a benchesclearing brawl March 12 at Port St. Lucie. Mota said at the hearing that he didn't hit Piazza intentionally. and Convenient 8 B Donate 1. 0 Todayllllll Guillermo Mota "I don't try to hit anybody," he said. "I tried to pitch inside. It just happened." Piazza,.who went into the Dodgers' clubhouse looking for Mota after the game, has appealed his own five-game suspen- . sion. r-------------------------------------~ I I I. I •I I I EARN AN EXTRA Bring this coupon in todaylll 5, I I I I I I ~-------------------------------------~ �. MARCH 27, 2003 SPORTS 17 Rehab in the Off-season: Rena Bolin Struggles Back from Injury BY JENNIFER MARKS For any athlete, the mental anguish of injury takes as much of a toll as the physical Off season training is one of the most pain. Athletes count on physical exertion to important aspects of getting ready for the feel good mentally, and when injury next season. According to personal trainer prevents physical activity initially, the Steve Zim, "Off season training programs emotional toll is considerable. "For people can have a noticeable impi!,l;t on your who know me, they knbw this isn't easy performance." (not being able to play a sport)," said Bolin. Unfortunately, not everyone is able to Her injury set her back six months take part in traditional off-season training before she will be ready to play a full thanks to major injuries that occur during contact sport again. However, Bolin-like the season. Instead, the off-season is a many athletes who face the same challengetime to immerse in is doing many things to rehabilitation. strengthen her knee and Freshman soccer to try to stay in shape for and basketball player the fall soccer seasoff. Rena Bolin is one of First, Bolin has those people unable to physicai therapy three train in her off season. times a week for an hour She tore her ACL in the and a half. "The workouts beginning of the basketare very tedious and can ball season and had get boring at times," Bolin surgery in January to said. "But I keep telling correct her knee. myself that if I want to be The injury was back for the start of soccer devastating, and Bolin season, I better get it knew immediately that Rena Bolin done." the road back would be Post surgery, Bolin tough. "I remember it like it was yesterday," has been strengthening the muscles around Bolin said. "No one was around me. I just · her knee because strength is the key to went to stop on a dime and my knee gave preventing re-injury. She has been working out, it was very, very painful." on her quad and hamstring by lifting Beacon Correspondent slightest move it's going to happen again." weights that focus on those muscles. "Of Bolin's teammates are doing everycourse the weight is extremely light," said thing they can to help her to keep her focus Bolin. and detrmination to return. They do not Muscle strength is very important to want her to be afraid to step on the soccer any sport. It is the basis for agility, field when the time coordination, flexibility, comes. Junior captain endurance, and speed. The Katie Green said, "All key to increasing athletic of us gids are supportability in any sport is to ing her and cheering train specific muscles for her on through her different sports .. rehabilitation. We are "If you lack strength, such a close team that you'll never be able to it wouldn't be right if compete at your full Rena wasn't there for potential," Zim said. the start of preseason." Bolin still has two With all of the more months until she can support from the team, actually start jogging. For it is making it easier for the time being, she is doing Bolin to cope with the the stepper for about five injury. "It is so nice minutes and rides the bike. knowing these girls "Since I haven't run since care so much,''. said the injury, I'm about as in Bolin. "It makes me shape as an 83-year old. Actually, there are probably The Beacon/Dennis Ferenchick want to do everything some 83-year olds out there The door to Wilkes' training room plus more to get better in time." Support from in better shape that I am." · others is also a good way to help motivate This injury has not only affected Bolin physically, but it has also mentally. "I people work out, out of season. Bolin said, "My goal is to be in the can't even watch a basketball game, when best shape I can and mentally prepare the players are cutting and changing myself for my upcoming season." directions, without thinking that with the Lacrosse Women Still in Building Stage Lady Colonels overwhelmed by Drew BY BRIAN WALTER Beacon Staff Writer The Wilkes University women's lacrosse team, still in the developing stages of its program, suffered a tough 22-4 loss Wednesday afternoon at the hands of Drew University. The win improved the Rangers to 4-1 overall and 1-0 in the Middle Atlantic Conference, while Wilkes fell to 0-3 overall and 0-2 in the conference. nnnnnnnnnnnn n n n caSh for ~our n in C()f1lfe)3Cf aiScS in n 13 www.musicalenergi.com Drew University dashed out to a 16-2 lead by intermission and never looked back. The Lady Colonels got their first goal off the stick of freshman Kathryn Currier. Her sister, senior Maria Currier, was credited with the assist on the play. The second goal of the first half came when senior Sara Ciotoli scored unassisted . Wilkes stepped up to the challenge throughout the second stanza, and began to show off its resiliency as the women were only outscored 6-2. The first goal of the second half came unassisted from sophomore Melissa Quinn. The Lady Colonels' final goal was scored by senior Danielle McDonald off an assist from junior Jess Hinkel. Freshmen Carissa Lyons and Cassie Malone combined for 12 saves in the net, with Lyons stopping seven and Malone contributing with .five saves. Lacrosse continued on page 18 also buying &selling: DVDS·•VHS VIDEO GAMES RECORDS TAPES ... •fl . ... i/3 dr!dUS/CflL ENERU/ 59 north main street • Wilkes-barre • 829-2929 flfl ~ /3 n I ,~~~~ /3 n rno~reR~ O O, nbnnnnnnnnnn /3 bestsel~ction bestpnces cool gifts The Lady Colonels work out during a recent practice. The Beacon/Ryan Klemish �SPORTS 18 MARCH 27, 2003 & Outside BY DAVID DiMARTINO people like me who believe that they know a lot about sports can be proven wrong and kick their dog .. .! have always loved Dick Vitale, but Dick, "I'm Serious, Baby!" Get a muzzle for 10 minutes .. .It has been reported that Georgia head tiasketball coach Jim Harrick paid his players, put them in classes they didn't have to attend, had people take tests for them, and in one instance, the SATs. What hasn't been reported is that he also had his assistant coaches wipe the players butts after every crap they took and dry them after every shower... There was going to be a protest outside of The Beacon tomorrow by Martha Burke if I didn't mention women's basketball in this column. Women's Beacon Staff Writer In honor of Bill Raftery, it looks like I'm starting this article in "MAN-to-MAN" ... Did you know that St. Bonaventure is the patron sai_nt of "bowel disorders?" I'm n_ot making this up. Does this explain why their school colors are brown and yellow? I guess we'll never know... President George Bush announced that once we find and retrieve all of the weapons of mass destruction in Iraq, he is going to use them to blowup Martha Burke. This lady is acting like Barnum & Bailey and the Masters is her circus. All she needs to do is strike-up the band and get a dancing bear... Office pools are from the Devil. They were created so basketball...Supposedly Tim Hardaway has signed with the Pacers for the remainder of the season. That means that people can once again start watching the ESPN basketball show because the stuttering Hardaway was making it Hardtowatch (I'm so clever) ... Everybody is making the case that Butler is like the team in the movie Hoosiers. If that's the case, then I want to meet the alcoholic assistant coach. He was my favorite ... On Tuesday night, the Atlanta Hawks fans started chanting, "MVP, MVP" every time Kobe Bryant touched the ball in a Lakers rout. Shaq said after the game that · the crowd "was a soulful crowd, and hopefully the Hawks will get it together because they will support them. It wouldn't Baseball Continued from page 15 Lacrosse Continued from page 17 Senior Rob Jewett, who pitched two and one-third innings of scoreless relief, picked up the victory for the Huskies. Trutt and Hampton led the Colonels, who had 14 hits of their own, with three hits apiece. Midkiff, Morgan and freshman Kyle Devlin each added two singles. Wilkes looks to end a four-game losing streak when it takes on the Delaware Valley College Aggies Thursday in Doylestown. the senior added. "We try to think about what happens between goals rather than worrying just about the score. As the season goes on, you will see us with a few wins and grow stronger." 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With Select Chees<'s and Se:.i.sonini:.~ 8Hf, ChM-M, Sal11, l.eUtter, Tun111ln, Onion, Spttial Sca.~ing, (Serves~) 2B3-0545 be a problem if I was here." Oh please, someone trade Shaq to Atlanta and shut him up. Better yet, trade him to the Siberian national team for a Nestle Crunch bar so no man, woman, or child will ever have to hear another boneheaded quote from him ever again ...One of golfs best, Ernie Els, had to withdraw from the Players Championship because he injured his wrist while working out with a punching bag. Els was reportedly punching the bag in hopes to get his hands on the bigger, stronger Burke come Masters time .. .I'm pulling a Bobby Knight. Because this a1'ticle was not up to expectations, I am returning my salary to The Beacon ... I'm David D. and I just missed LOW & OUTSIDE. Meatball and Cheese _ $5.50 Tuna Hoagie _ _ _ _ $5.50 Chunk Light Tuna, Cheese, Lettuce, Tomatoes and Onions Mushrooms 50¢ • Hot or Sweet Peppers 50¢ Extra Cheese 50¢ Spaghetti and Chlcl<en Parmigiana _ _$7_2S .) Stuffed Shells with Cheese Filllng _ _ $ 6.7S All Pasta Dinners include Salad and Garlic Bread. All lten,s Available for Take-out Add 2S¢ All ltEms on our MEnu arE MadE FrEsh to Order and May Take a little Extra Time. Thank You for Your Patience �MARCH 27, 2003 SPORTS 19 Colonel Clipboard On Tap ursday In Review Sunday Baseball at Baseball VS. Delaware Valley, 3:00 Misericordia, l p.m. Softball VS . Mens Tennis VS. Scrnnton (at Marywood), 3p.m. FDU-Florham, l p.m. Softball at riday Saturday Baseball DeSales 14, Wilkes 9 Mens Tennis Wilkes 4, King's 3 Sunday Del Val, l p.m. Baseball Baseball VS. Tuesday Keuka, 3 p.m. Golf at Misericorida, l p.m. Golf at Albright/Widener, l p.m. DeSales 6, Wilkes 2 DeSales 12, Wilkes 0 Monday Mens Tennis at Albright, 3 p.m. Baseball turday Baseball VS. Lacrosse at Lacrosse Del Val, l p.m. (DH) Mens Tennis at Drew, Scranton, 4 p.m. ~ednesday Bloomsburg 14, Wilkes 9 Softball VS. Elmira, 3 p.m. Wednesday Lacrosse Drew 22, Wilkes 4 Drew, 1 p.m. For more sports information, visit: www.wilkesbeacon.com Beacon's Best Bet The sophomore, who was named the Freedom Conference Player of the Week, was a combined 6-0 last week, with two of the wins coming_in the 4-3 victory over cross-town rival King's College, the Colonels' first victory of the young season. Srinivasan, who as been alternating between number one and number two singles, has compiled a record of 4-1 so far this season. At number one doubles, he has teamed with both senior Jason Leach and fe!Jow sophomore Hassan Shah for a record of 3-2. Srinivasan is a pre-med major from Larksville. Numbers Of the Week Montclair St. 16, Wilkes 6 I p.m. Softball VS. Coach of the Winter Madhan Srinivasan, Men's Tennis For more sports information, visit: www.wilkesbeacon.com 2 Number of eight-run leads the Wilkes University baseball team has blown in the past four games 15 28 Number of games left in the NCAA Division I Men's tournament, concluding with the championship on Monday, April 7 Number of goals the lacrosse team has been outscored by over the last two games aturday- Baseball VS. Delaware Valley, 1 p.m. (DH) The Colonels look to rebound from a 14-9 loss at the hands of Bloomsburg. Donna Kowalczyk's Salon at 419 823-8966 419 S. River St., Wilk~.:. Barre The Beacon/Mick Jenkins Hours Weds. and Fri 9-5 Sat. 8-4 Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Evenings by appointment �Today, March 27 NUArts Film: "Raushchenburg: Man at Work: 7 p.m., DDD Main Stage B B Baseball at Delaware Valley: 3p.m., r b Health Fair: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., HSC Concourse J Friday, March 28 Movie Night: 7 p.m., Cinemark l.i re NUArts Music and Dance Concert: 7 p.m., DDD Main Stage The Beacon/Kristin Hake Golf at Misericordia: 1 p.m., Pictured above in the center is Student Government President, Selena Bednarz. The incumbent is running uncontested for President again next year. Master Cunningham Class Thaught by Kris Cross: 4 - 5;30 p.m., DDD Main ~tage ' Saturday, March 29 Baseball vs. Misericodia: 1 p.m., Artilley Park Women's Lacrosse at Scranton: 4p.m., Sqftball at Delaware Valley: 1 p.m., . Golf with Widener at Alright: 1 p.m., ::, Movie Night with Children from McGlynn Learning Center: 7 - 9:30 p.m., King's College Avodale Hill Cleanup Project: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Voluteer Service Opportunity: 9 - 11 a.m., St. Vincent DePaul Soup Kitchen Baseball vs. Delaware Valley: 12p.m., Women's Lacroose vs. Montclair State: 4 p.m.: Ralston Field Men's Tennis at Drew: 1 p.m., Art with Children from Gabriel Shelter: 7 - 9 p.m., HSC Ballroom Virginia Coalition: 7 p.m., HSC Ballroom Tuesday, April 1 Sunday, March 30 SI 2 s SC SJ Voluteer Service Oppurtunity: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., CEO Emeregency Food Pantry Cl d Wednesday, _April 2 Peng1;1ins Game: 7:05 p.m., First Union Arena Monday, March 31 Softball vs. Drew: 1 p.m., IT V. Mens Tennis vs. FDU Florham: , l p.m., Flute Ensemble Concert: 12 p.m., DDD Upper Lobby. Softball vs. Elmira: 3 p.m., Kirby Park Learn to Invest Your Money: 4 p.m., Miller Conferance Room Matt Ralph Performs: 7 - 9 p.m., Crossroads Coffee House Volunteer Service Oppurtunity: 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., St. Vincent DePaul Soup Kitchen Men's Tennis at Albright: 3p.m., Wilkes-Barre Weekly Weather 42/29 TODAY 52/38 FRIDAY 62/44 SATURDAY th ai 63/48 SUNDAY 61/49 MONDAY 54/41 TUESDAY 47/31 WEDNESDAY The Beacon welcoines notices of events ... oublicize it's free! Post your event by visiting www.wilkesbeacon.com or email wilk~beacon@hotmaii.com � 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 2003 March 27th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 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/b6904d958e63c43b9a1fe55c9f3da7b5.pdf 9dc0a0905bc311ae375fb4dd05eb3e8b PDF Text Text March 20, 2003 Volume 55- Issue 18 w w w. wilkesbeacon .c oin THE NE S OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW" Proposed Parking H_ike Stirs Discussion in SG Meeting BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor A new proposal from the Office of Financial Management could eventually cost members of the Wilkes University community who park on campus double the current parking price. The proposed increase would double the cost of parking on campus from the current fee of $60.00 per semester to $120.00 per semester over a three to five year period. Those who park in Ralston Field, currently do not pay a parking fee; however, under the proposed increase those commuters would pay $20.00 per semester beginning next fall in order to continue parking on campus. A $20.00 fee would also be assessed to those who wish to park on campus duri ng summer sessions. Word of the possible increase spread across campus quickly after Commuter Council President Lindsay Wotanis and IRHC President Melissa Merok--both of whom have been outspoken on the issue of student parking--learned of the proposed increase and announced it to Student Government at its March 12 meeting. "Word got out before we wanted it Speaks at <Wilkes Governer Rendell visited Wilkes on March i? to discuss the economic future of Wilkes-Barre with local politicans and business leaders. Among those in attendance were Scranton Mayor Chris Douherty, and Congressman Paul Kanjorski. to. It wasn't like we were trying to hide it, but the process for me is: my staff and I come up with the ideas, we take it to the [President's] Cabinet...to get feedback from my colleagues ... and see if they will work, or they won't work so we can then flush it out before we take it public," said Vice President of Finance and Support Operations, Scott Byers. Byers and his office proposed the increase, as he explai ned, "because currently parking ru ns at a deficit. It's subsidized by tuition." Approximately $82,000 per year is subsidized for the parking The Beacon/Mick Jenkins program. According to Byers, Matthew Yencha and Chris Bailey look on, as Scott Byers (right) "We could solve that problem if discusses the reasoning behind his proposed parking increase. we double parking." At the meeting several representaThe proposal, discussed at Monday's The bottom line, as Chris Bailey, tives voiced their concerns and raised • Cabinet meeting, is still very much in Director of Public Safety, pointed out, is ' debate. Not reaching a definitive consensus questions about the proposal. that currently $34.00 of every student's Jeff Brittain, Programming Board at the cabinet meeting, Byers and Bailey tuition goes towards subsidizing parking-President, commented, "I think there are visited Student Government yesterday to so even those who do not have cars on Parking gather feedback from the student represencampus pay part of the bill to allow faculty, tatives. staff and students to park. continued on page 15 Developing a Truer Picture of a Global Society But why the need for such action? "Wilkes is a predominately white university, and it's always been known that students at a predominately white university.. .don't get a true picture of the global society, so therefore, it's part of the education process to give students an opportunity to be globally educated," explained Zellner, , "The goal here is basically try to get BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor Wilkes University administration has initiated a renewed focus on the issue of diversity. Former wrestling coach, Alan Zellner, has been appointed to the newlycreated position of Director of Diversity. Provost Dr. Marvene Loeschke explained what Zellner would be doing in his new post. "He (Zellner) will have four major responsibilities; the most major is getting out Diversity in_the community and attracting minority continued on page 15 students to Wilkes," she said. The other three responsibilities include creating retention strategies, working with News ...... ~ .............................. 1-5, 15 multicultural affairs office for on-campus,events and activiEdi tori al. ..................................... 6-7 ties, and working with Loeschke Features ..................................... 8-10 with to develop off-campus connections. As she explained, Arts Entertainment.. ........... 11-14 these connections include Sports ...................................... 16-19 outside multicultural organizations, as well as other academic Calendar........................................ 20 institutions. Index: & �2 MARCH 20 2003 s The Beacon Box 111 scoxMeeting Room cµssion included the Th:e Student Alum sented their se~ot!d r nstitution as p~tqftq recognition. ~(;)•• reco lub with the passi,!1$ v:9t X·::;·- ,.. Wilkes University 192 South Franklin St. Hollenback Hall Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 ihe v estion. rne.rodm"'-·=:~;;\i - \ ,,,. >=-- ·-·•· E-mail: Raising Health Consciousness at Wilkes BY KRISTEN BRADIGAN Beacon Assistant Features Editor Wilkes University's Health Services will be sponsoring a Health & Wellness Fair on Thursday, March 27, 2003 from 11 :00 a.m. to 2 :00 p.m. in the Henry Student Center Concourse. All Wilkes students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend; however, the Health & Wellness Fair is not open to the public. Healthy refreshments will be provided. Gail Holby, R.N., Wilkes University Health Services, said, "(The purpose of the fair) is to educate and to help the health and wellness of the people. We could check for any abnormalities that anyone may be' having and refer them to their family doctor, and the education is to let them be aware of what is out there." The Health & Wellness Fair will provide many services. Some of those serv ices include cholesterol screenings, blood pressure screenings, sex education, dental information, stress management, nutrition, smoking cessation, vision screening, more. In addition to the other services, Weight Watchers will be participating, and Holby mentioned that if 15 members of Wilkes' family enroll, a Weight Watchers representative would visit campus to run the meetings. In addition, Holby said that a Mary Kay representative will perform makeovers to anyone interested. Holby said that the purpose of a makeover is to enhance self-esteem. Holby stressed that the fair will cover over-all health and wellness. "We're trying to get as many establishments (local hospitals and various local organizations) involved to check for different health issues," said Holby. The fair will cover new issues in health and wellness as well. "We're trying to bring about the new issues in health, like herbal medicine and and natural medicine to show them (students, faculty, and staff) what's available out there. There's been a lot of interest and questions about other types of health education, so we're trying to address them now," said Holby. Holby also acknowledged that Wilkes students and organizations will be participating in the Health & Wellness Fair. "The pharmacy students will have their own table, in which they will be offering over-the-counter medication education, herbal medication, and medication reviews. Also, we're going to be having Community Services covering eating disorders and stress management," said Holby. Holby encourages all of Wilkes to attend this year's Health & Wellness Fair. "I just wish that everyone would come and join us; there's always something you could get out of a health fair," said Holby. Now that you're graduating1 don't make the same n1istakes -your parents made. l..ookir1g fo, rirnt1;1nd 11,h•i,;e on JU rb.t: thin,gs ;rou,r pan::nu oevttr ta~bt you • lik« 61m· to u.nd a j1~tt ynm'U artnaUy e11in)i nu.nage you:r fiml tbe bt~t e:itr for j;r.i.d~ lilt )VIJ, and tnurd du: wudd on tJ1.c rbl;llp! Vl3lt out 01tlin(" edition il)(I d1«k wut tbe rit•' .tn<l improved GradZoole-, lttlOt)(;)', wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com Staff Managing Editor Marcus Sowcik Editorial Board Chair Dennis Ferenchick Asst. Opinion Editor Amanda Darbenzio News Editor Gabe LeDonne Asst. News Editor Joseph DeAngelis Asst. News Editor Gabrielle Lamb Features Editor Bridget Giunta Asst. Features Editor Kristen Bradigan A&E Editor Jessica Skutack Asst. A&E Editor Raphael Cooper Sports Editor Kevin Sickle Asst. Sports Editor J.J. Hanson Photo/Graphics Editor Kristin Hake Asst. Photo/Graphics Editor . MickJenkins Online Editor Mike Burke Advertising and Business Manager Dave Grasso Faculty Advisor Andre~Breemer Frantz Background Info '1: Established in 1944 * Member of the Pennsylvania \!is:.il ,, ww. wdkesreaoon.oom;~,.radzone Ii;;;;· Newspaper Association * Printed on Thursdays, with the exception of holidays * 1,500 papers distributed weekly �MARCH 20, 2003 News Briefs · 3 NATI ONAL/1 NTERNATIONAL . Courtesy of the Associated Press Rendell revises statistics he'll cite in school funding push HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP)--Gov. Ed Rendelfplans to update his stump speech about the need for increased school funding, after a newspaper columnist questioned the accuracy of a statistic the~overnor has been using to emphasize bis point. In his March 4 budget address, Rendell said, "Today in Pennsylvania, shockingly, 50 percent of our 11th-grade public school students can't pass the state reading test." Rendell has cited the same statistic on several occasions since his speech. But in a story published Monday, Philadelphia Dajly News columnist John Baer noted that the 2002 statewide results from the 11th-grade Pennsylvania System of School Assessment reading tests showed only 41 percent scored at the "basic" and "belowbasic" levels. That would mean 59 percent scored the "proficient" or "advanced" categories that state academic standards require. Rendell's spokesman, Ken Snyder, said Monday that the governor had relied on test scores from 2001 , which showed 49 percent scoring in the two substandard categories. "If you include dropouts, the number is around 50 percent," he said. Snyder said Rendell would cite the more current figures in any future speeches. "At any rate, he believes that 40 percent (basic and below-basic) is horrific and argues in and of itself for increased school funding," he said. in Police in Baton Rouge say recent slaying positively linked to unsolved serial killings BATON ROUGE, La. (AP)--DNA evidence has linked the slaying of a college student to a serial killer who has murdered four other women in Louisiana, authorities said Tuesday. Carrie Lynn Yoder, a 26-year-old graduate student at Louisiana State University, was found dead Thursday in a marsh not far from where another victim's body was discovered last summer. Authorities had already linked the killer to the unsolved murders of Gina Wilson Green, Charlotte Murray Pace and Pam Kinamore, all of the Baton Rouge area, and Trineisha Dene Colomb of Lafayette. Baton Rouge Police Chief Pat Englade said Tuesday that DNA evidence left on the victims connects all five murders to one man. Green, 41, was found strangled in her home Sept. 24, 200 l. Pace, 22, was found stabbed to death in her home May 31 . Kinamore, 44, was abducted from her home July 12; her throat was sll Colomb, 23, was beaten to death and her body found in rural Lafayette Parish on Nov. 24. Yoder, who disappeared from her home near campus on March 3, died of asphyxiation, but police have refused to say if she was strangled, suffocated or drowned. A fisherman found her b~dy in the Whiskey' Bay area of the Atchafalaya River Basin. Kinamore's body was found in ttie same area. On Tuesday, Gov. Mike Foster sought to reassure southern Louisiana re$idents that a strong effort was under way to find the killer. A task force has been investigating the killings and other unsolved_deaths in the area for any connections or clues, and thousands of tips have poured into a task force hot line. "Anything we're asked to do, we'll do," Foster said. "Money won't be an object. Personnel won't be an object." The appearance by the governor and federal, state and local officials followed a rally two days earlier on the steps of the state Capitol, where family members and friends of the serial killer victims expressed frustration at the seeming lack of progress in the investigation. · Lynne Marino, Kinamore's mother, she said already assumed Yoder's murder was linked her daughter's killer. "That doesn't surprise me. It's the same (pattern), and I felt like if it were a copycat, he wouldn't have that much nerve to dump the body at Whiskey Bay," Marino said. "This is a brazen guy, an in-your-face type of guy." Letter with smelly potato causes Twin Cities hospital scare MINNEAPOLIS (AP)--A letter containing a smelly slice of potato, apparently sent to mock some lawmakers' renaming of french fries as "fr~edom fries," triggered a scare at a Twin Cities hospital Tuesday. The emergency room at Unity Hoi;pital in Fridley was locked down for 1 and 1/2 hours after a postal worker who apparently came in contact with the envelope came to the emergency room. Hospital workers donned protective suits. The foul-smelling Jetter arrived Monday night at the downtown Minneapolis Post Office and was put in an area for rewrapping-damaged mail, customer relations coordinator Jim Ahlgren said. The letter had a Minneapolis postmark and was addressed to a representative "D. Rohrabacker" in Washington, D.C., Ahlgren said. There is a California Republican congressman named Dana Rohrbacher. Postal inspectors opened the letter Tuesday and found it contained a slice of potato with a note, "Have a french fry," Ahlgren said. Last week, lawmakers at U.S. House cafeterias put "freedom fries" on the menu to protest French opposition to the Bush administration's Iraq war plans. Blasts, Air Raid Sirens Heard in Baghdad HAMZAHENDAWI AP Writer Anti-aircraft tracers flashed across the skies of Baghdad and explosions sounded in the city at ·dawn Thursday as President Bush launched war against Saddam Hussein. Less than two hours after his deadline to the Iraqi leader expired, Bush gave a televised address saying strikes ~ had begun "to undermine Saddam Hussein's ability to wage war. "These are opening stages of what will be a broad and concerted campaign,-" he said. Bush said Thursday's action was against "targets of military opportunity." He called it the opening salvo in an operation to "disarm Iraq and to free its people." The strikes used Tomahawk cruise missiles and precision-guided bombs dropped from F-117 Nighthawks, the Air Force's stealth fighter-bombers, military officials said. It was not immediately clear what targets they attacked. Bush emphasized the war was not against the Iraqi people but their leadership. American messages broadcast on Iraqi airwaves to the population declared, "This is the day you have been waiting for, " according to Al-Jazeera TV. The president on Monday gave Saddam and his sons 48 hours to leave Iraq, a deadline that expired at 8 p.m. Wednesday EST and 4 a.m. Baghdad time. The Iraqi leadership rejected the ultimatum Tuesday. At about 5:30 a.m., air sirens blared in the Iraqi capital as the military action began, though no airplanes were visible in the sky. A number of strong explosions went off in the city, one raising a ball of fire toward the southern part of the capital. Frequent sonic booms and the sounds of aircraft could be heard in northern Iraq above the city of Sulaymaniyah in the Kurdish autonomous enclave. In Baghdad, the fire from the ground and the explosions stopped after about a half-hour, and the capital returned to the hush that reigned over the city as the deadline neared. The only sound was a mosque's muezzin making the call for the faithful to come to dawn Islamic prayers. A handful · of cars sped through the streets as the sun began to rise, but no· pedestrians were out. After the attack, a commentary broadcast on Iraqi satellite TV said, "It's an inferno that awaits them," referring to U.S. and British forces. "Let them try their faltering luck and they shall meet what awaits them." On Wednesday, hundreds of armed · members of Saddam's Baath party and security forces had taken up positions throughout Baghdad behind sandbags and in foxholes. About half of them left the streets during the night. There was no sign during the day of regular army troops or armor in or outside Baghdad, where Saddam was widely exeected to make his final stand against any invaders. AI-Shabab--the most watched station in Iraq and owned by Saddam's son Odai-broadcast hours of patriotic songs Wednesday and extensive archive footage of Saddam greeting crowds and firing off a rifle. At night, the station showed an American movie, "The Guilty," about a lawyer who rapes an employee and hires his estranged son to kill her. Almost every store was shut in Baghdad during the day. Traffic was light as residents continued to stream out of the capital, heading for the relative safety of the countryside. In the minutes after the 4 a.m. deadline expired, Iraqi TV replayed footage of a pro-Saddam march earlier in the week, with people brandishing rifles, chanting slogans and carrying pictures of the Iraqi leader. Since Bush issued his ultimatum, Iraqi officials remained defiant in the face of about 300,000 U.S. and British troops backed by 1,000 warplanes and a fleet of warships - all ready for an attack on Iraq to rid it of \Veapons of mass destruction that Washington and London say Saddam is concealing. Members of Iraq's parliament declared their lo.yalty to Saddam on Wednesday and renewed their confidence in his leadership. "We are dedicated to martyrdom in defense of Iraq under your leadership," they said in a message to Saddam issued at the end of their session. Speaker Saadoun Hammadi opened the meeting by saying, "The people of Iraq, with a free and honest will, have spoken decisively and clearly in choosing their mujahid leader Saddam Hussein president of the country." Bahrain, a small Persian Gulf state allied with the United States, offered Saddam a haven Wednesday, the first such offer to b.e publicly extended to the Iraqi leader as Arabs scramble to avert war. There was no immediate Iraqi comment on the offer. On Wednesday, Baghd~d residents did last-minute shopping at the food stores that remained open, seemingly resigned that war would come within hours . "We cry for Baghdad," said civil servant and part-time Baghdad historian Abdel-Jabar al-Tamimi . "Tonight, we shall be awake waiting for the bombs to fall , but we will also remember that God is Stronger than oppression. Wars come and go, but Baghdad will remain." �4 NEWS MARCH 20 2003 Philosophy Students Search for the '' Good Life'' BY STEPHEN KEMBLE Beacon Staff Writer Over spring break, a few students from Wilkes University went to Barre, Massachusetts to experience "The Good Life." Fourteen students from a Philosophy 298 class titled "T.he Good Life" taught by Linda Paul, Associate Professor of Philosophy, left on February 27 to attend a • workshop intended to explore meditative techniques and wisdom teachings of the Buddhist traditions. They returned four days later on March 2. The trip originally was supposed to cost $150 a person but the class received generous funds from Bonnie Bedford, Dean of College of Arts, Sciences and Professional Studies, and Mark Allen, Dean of Students. The donations lowered the cost per student to $55 a piece. The workshop was led by Mu Soeng; the director of the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies. Soeng was a Zen Buddhist Monk for 11 years in Korea. The main reason that Paul wanted to take the students on this trip was tq help answer the question, "What is the optimal life for human beings?" "We started out looking at classic another discussion from 7 until 9:30 p.m. Greek ideas to answer that question ... but Paul commented, "The students put a I felt that it shouldn't be just about tremendous amount of energy into aJI of the intellectual learning. It also needs to be about self experience and to try out ideas things that Soeng and I asked them to do, so I was very pleased with the trip." instead of just reading about them," said Paul. Another goal for the trip was to get the students to actually try to put some FROM THE OFFICE OF of the Buddhist practices into use. One PUBLIC SAFETY of the ways they did that was through meditation. Max Roth, ajuniorphilosoAt approximately 4:00 p.m. on Wednesphy major, said, "For a lot of us it was the day, March 19, 2003 a suspicious man walked first time we meditated so it was a very into an office in Stark Learning Center where new experience." The students focused he attempted to remove a valuable piece of on meditating for up to three hours artwork. The employee, who was in the office during any given day. at the time, gave the following description: The typical day at the Barre Center Male; Caucasian; approximately 5' 11"; 38 to for Buddhist Studies began at 6:30 in the · . 40 years old; Dark Hair; Long Black Coat; morning. Students meditated from 7 a.m. Silver Necklace and Medallion; and Dark until they went to breakfast at 7 :30. After Painted Fingernails. breakfast, they participated in some kind A second incident occurred at approxiof chore for about an hour, and then had mately 4:30 p.m. involving a man fittingthe a discussion or lecture, usually Jed by same description. This incident occurred in Soeng, until lunch at noon. the 200 block of South Franklin Street at the In the afternoon the students had residence (not Wilkes property) of a student. some time for themselves during which The susp~ct entered the residence and they could meditate or take a walk until dinner around 5 o'clock. Paul added that, "Some students took time to visit the library which had a wonderful array of Buddhist books." After dinner they had The trip proved to be a success to most of the students. "Educationally, I now have a greater understanding of Buddhism and Buddhist ideas so it provided me .with a lot of fuel for the class," said Roth. COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION I DO YOU .REALLY WANT proceeded to vandalize the walls with a marker. Members of the campus community are reminded that they should always report unfamiliar and suspicious individuals within your office, room and/ or common areas. If such people are seen in these areas you are asked to exercise extreme caution and contact the Public Safety Emergency Line at 408-4999 or ext. 4999. Anyone with information should contact the Department of Public Safety at408-4999 or ext. 4999. Callers wishing to maintain their anonymity can call the · cARE hotline at 408-CARE (2273) or ext. CARE(2273). Fields and Bruns Nained to New Dean Positions . , TO BE RESPONSIBL:E FOR :-,,::~ :·· . . • •·••· .•·.·; ... ·····;,.,. N:-;: TURNING A TREE INTO A BUNCH OF OVERDUE NOTICES? BY GABRILLE LAMB Beacon Assistant News Editor LaaminQ to manage vaur financu; and Di10ld dmfoult on your stud\!nt !oeri ear, Imp N:Ne YtJUf c;vaHty ot Ufe, Find OYt flow to manage •tit and nve comfortably within your mean, the onlina SOutce f.Of &mart liiiU~MtL ,a[ir'& •t ~·-~ Dr. Marvene Loeschke, Wilkes University Provost, has announced the appointment of two news deans, following the split of CASPS. Dr. Darin Fields has accepted the position of Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science and Dr. Dale Bruns, will assume duties for Dean of the College of Science and Engineering. Fields assumed the dean position after having served as Chairperson for Humanities. He submitted his application for consideration because of his commitment to the development of Wilkes as a whole. "First, and foremost I want to help Wilkes continue to become an excellent place to learn. For the nine years I have been at Wilkes I have always felt that its students and· faculty are ~markable. Despite enrollment, fiscal, and administrative uncertainties, the faculty, staff and students of Wilkes have never lost sight of what's important about our academic mission," said Fields. Prior to serving as a Professor of Geoenvironmental Science and Engineering Bruns spent seven years leading teams in research at the Department of Energy's Idaho National Engineering Laboratory. Bruns says he is ready for the challenge of dean . "As dean , l would have new challenges and opportunities to grow and develop asa leader. I believe that my collective experiences at Wilkes, and previously at the national lab, will afford me the chance to help bring regional and national recognition to our programs on a team basis," said Bruns. Loeschke clarified her reasoning behind looking to fill the positions internally. "I did tltts for two reasons. One, I believe that there is an incredible amount of leadership in this faculty ... and I knew that we could find some very good candidates from right here. Secondly, it's much more cost effective to do an internal search." · Fileds and Bruns will formally assume their duties as deans of their respective colleges on June 1, 2003. �MARCH 20 2003 NEWS 5 Several Hit Jackpot at Casino Night Bogusko wins grand prize trip to New York BY JOSEPH DeANGELIS Beacon Assistant News Editor When Sarah Bogusk~, ajuniorWilkes psychology major, woke up on Friday March 14, she would have never thought Student Government would surprise her with the biggest birthday present she ever received. After the sun went down, Bogusko headed over with a couple of friends to the annual Casino Night. What Bogusko didn't wai, made possible by leftover money from the year's budget, according to Albert Sidhom, a junior accounting major and the SG treasurer in· charge of the event. "We had a really, really good turnout," Sidhom said. "What I've heard from a lot of the people who have been here longer than I have was that this is part of the largest crowd they've seen in a while. I think we were looking at about I 50, 175 students in this one." any waiting for period of time for those who didn't pack. Bogusko was allowed to bring three of her frierids along with her, one of whom was Jen Hopkins, a junior psychology major who has been friends with Bogusko since their freshman year. "I was so excited for her because it was her 21st birthday, so you couldn't get a better, more exciting 21st birthday," Hopkins said. "I spent my whole day getting ready to make plans for Sarah's birthday." During the trip, the Wilkes students did some sightseeing along with a visit to Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum. The prize also included tickets to see The Lion King on Broadway and_reservations at the Belvedere Hotel. · It didn't register really until somebody looked at it [the ticket] for me--my friend behind me--and she started to scream. -Sarah Bogusko Wilkes University Psyc~ology major know was that she and her friends were soon going to be in a limousine heading straight for New York City. "I was shocked," she said after finding out the news that she won the grand prize. "It didn't register really until somebody looked at it [the ticket] for me-~ my friend behind me--and she started to scream." The grand prize trip to New York City was just one part of Casino Night, which has been a Wilkes tradition since the mid90s. Student Government, who annually organize the event, awarded a variety of other major prizes this year including a television set, a DVD player, along with the always popular trip to New York City, which For one night a year, the ballroom in the Henry Student Center looked and felt like an actual Las Vegas casino~ with the added perk that no one lost their life savings. Casino Night featured all the games required to make a casino-blackjack tables, roullette, and the big six wheel. Many SG representatives also volunteered to be dealers. The grand prize trip to New York City is in itself a game for the attendees. "The New York trip was set up so that you came in with your bag, you would have your hand stamped, and you received a ticket that had a stamp on it and that was put in a separate group . entirely," said Sidhom. This would avoid The Beacon/Kristin Hake No Glove No Love Free Planned Parenthood Brand Condoms Available in the Health Services Waiting Rm. 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Carol Bosack, Director of Career Services, provided students with ice breakers and others ways of starting conversations. "Avoid talkipg about ,personal things)ike politics, religious beliefs, or telling dirty jok~s. "·· said Bosack. "It 'puts people,on the spot, makes them uncomfortable, and can cause arguments,or disagreements. Instead,' ask someone what they do, the weather, or vacation plans. It makes for better conversation." Lisa Mulvey, Career Development Coordinator, gave students some general rules of thumb when meeting colleagues at business events. "Position yourself in an area that gets the most foot traffic. Stay close to the bar or buffet, but not too close. You don't want to be seen hanging by the bar all night," Mulvey said with a laugh. Mulvey also informed students how to begin a conversation or end one tactfully. "Be willing to introduce yourself to people. Search for people who are standing alone, it is easier to approach one person than a group," said Mulvey. "Ten minutes is about right for a conversation. When you feel a natural lull in the conversation, make your exi_t by saying, 'It was nice meeting you, but please excuse me'," she added. Schmooze continued on page 15 �6 MARCH 20, 2003 EDITORIAL For Every Action, There is Consequence Looking beyond the war with Iraq For the first time in our young lives, the repercussions of military action will directly impact the decisions we make and the ways in which we live. Our government's actions and foreign relations policies will impact what we think, -consume, and will dictate how we carry out everyday routines in more direct ways than we have ever before acknowledged. What is perhaps most important for us to recognize is that though this war may be a swift and successful victory, the aftermath will likely be a long, unpredictable journey of confrontation and instability. Though polls indicate that more than 70 percent of America agrees with President Bush's decision to wage war against Saddam Hussein and his Iraqi regime, the president's perception of how the world should be and his plans for the near future are questionable and have potential for dire consequences. His immediate plan for the reconstruction of Iraq after the war and his future agenda with other so-called "axis of evil" nations could be costly and devastating, and must be analyzed with close scrutiny. Apathy in this Cl!Se could cost Americans more than just a close presidential election. In his speech to the nation earlier this week President Bush took the opportunity to assure the Iraqi people that the United States would take a leading role in helping to re-build. In addition he said, "The United States ... will work to advance the liberty and peace in that region. The power and appeal of human liberty is felt in every life and every land, and the greatest power of freedom is to overcome hatred and violence, and tum the creative gifts of men and women to the pursuits of peace. That is the future we choose." The President's rhetoric in this address, along with that in the State of the Union speech, suggests that America will dictate the future of Iraq--how it will be governed, and how it will be reconstructed. His plan to introduce "liberty" and "freedom" into this Middle Eastern country may sound just, but will not be met without serious challenge. Since most of the nations that surround Iraq do not approve of a U.S.-led democracy in that country, it is safe to assume they will react. The backlash from toppling Saddam Hussein, reconstructing Iraq, and developing the country into a free nation as Bush desires will most likely include: prolonged military action within the country, a massive amount of monetary investment and provision of supplies, further political turmoil with o_ther leading nations, and the ever-increasing threat of terrorist attacks. The simple fact that Bush feels he has the power to establish a democratic government that he so desires in Iraq is not only arrogant, but also .extremely controversial. Since he and his administration have already acted without the support of the United Nations, and '""' War's"Aftennath ... ·:<i•"•' m ::,:; %'::: ., ··;: Beacort' Eaitonaf :-. 0\ :w, ~ \t .,. .,,The ideas aria QSit!qn~'. BX[?;TeJse~t ·.•· · · .;ial 'are thb' <%=:,,~ ¥ .Zk: '°:' _<~, force against these countries, considering them also part of the "axis" that supports terror. President Bush offered a glimpse of this stance in his State of the Union address when he noted, "The course of this nation does not depend on the decisions of others. Whatever action is required, whenever action is necessary, I will defend the freedom and security of the American people." Right now what this could mean to the American public is that more money may be spent in the Middle East, more political strife and confrontation is possible with allies and the United Nations, and more violent and deadly military action could ensue. Concerning the other nations named as part of the "axis of evil" (North Korea and Iran), it is difficult to predict how the Bush administration will handle their pending situations. North Korea is currently building weapons of mass destruction and has shown an utter disregard for U.S. warnings to stop. Iran's resume is quite similar. Both nations completely oppose western ideology. It seems that time is running out, and Bush will have to decide how to handle these situations. Will he go to war with Iran and North Korea, and continue his conquest over nations who do not agree with American philosophy? What will these diplomatic/military conflicts mean to us? How will other leading nations such as Great Britain, France, Germany, Russia and China feel about America's attempt to continuously create democratic nations? In the days that lie ahead, it is of utmost importance to show respect for and support for our military personnel, our government, and peaceful intentions of others. However, it is our responsibility as American citizens to keep a watchful eye on those we have elected and to question whether their long-r~nge plans reflect what we want as a nation. We must pay close a\tention to what path America's leaders decide to walk after the war in Iraq. If President Bush's policies continue to indicate plans to take this nation on a crusade towards a "global America," we must • understand the repercussions we will face, and assume responsibility if we passively allow it to happen. L continuously argued that America will stand alone on the world's stage if need be, the American public should at least feel compelled to question this administration's motives and means. But maybe more importantly we must make sure to observe the actions and plans of our leader after the war in Iraq. As voters, it is our responsibility to fully understand all of the implications of American rule in an area of the world where America is already distrusted. If we don't, Bush could be walking us down the path to our own demise. If surrounding countries do decide to rally against a democratic Iraq, we must understand what this means for the future of our country. If, during the reconstruction of Iraq, Middle Eastern nations do revolt, what will the president do? It seems apparentthat'he will use military My Dad's Bigger Than Your Dad: We will go to war and win because that's what we do C BY J.J. HANSON BYCHADALTIERI Beacon Assistant Sports Editor Beacon Staff Writer Due to the lies and betrayal of the French and company, the United Nations is now irrelevant. The French ambassador to the UN lied to U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell's face when he agreed to support the last UN resolution dealing with Iraq. There_was an understanding that in signing Resolution 144_1, if the Iraqi government were in material breach, France would support the use of force to remove Saddam's regime. The United States has found Iraq in material breach of Resolution 1441, and the UN has now been rendered powerless. It is true that France benefits more from the UN than the U.S., and now has cut off their nose to spite their face. Because Chir;ic only cares about the economic reward he gains from oil and money from Iraq, this coalition of international forces is now helpless. The French even went to such lengths as to go into Africa and persuade many nations to go against us in the vote for the resolution. Their blatant disregard for the lives of American people proves that . they are not an ally, but an · enemy. Now, the U.S. has decided to take matters into its own hands, and get rid of an evil, murderous dictator. The French are attempting to save face with the commitment of troops in the event ofan Iraqi , biological or chemical attack. This feeble attempt to jump on the coali,tion bandwagon is despicable. The line in the sand was drawn, and the French chose money over loyalty. Remember, this is the country.we had to save in two world wars. So, to the French, we say\ '.'Thanks, but no thanks." Your opportunity to ~ssist the U.S. has passed. That includes pelping rebuild.~.ne\Y , gov~mm~!ltJ:n,Iraq . . yjiAfr't~ ' A new era of United States C ti foreign policy has now begun. The fears of the French are now becoming reality because of that country's unwillingness to work with the United States. The United States will no longer recognize the legitimacy of the United Nations or its organs, unless we have something to gain. The first example of this new policy will come at the expense of the International Court of Justice (ICJ). When Saddam, his sons, and his generals are rounded up, they will be tried and convicted before the ICJ. Since the ICJ is an arm of the United Nations, the U.S. government will only recognize it when it is serving a purpose for the people of the U.S. Therefore, no U.S. service people will be subjected to the scrutiny the ICJ provides. The U.S. is the world's strongest nation. The U.S. has shown again and again that it has supremacy over all the other countries. We have also shown that we can go over the heads of anyone when we feel strongly about something. We are not elitist; we are realists. Our so-called allies haven't supported us, and it's time we throw our weight around. Bush took every possible measure he could have before war, and these so-called allies failed us. In the words of Colin Powell, "The time for diplomacy is over." Now, it is time to go into Ira~and stop a brutal dictator from continuing his reign of u ti V e ti ~ s a b (J E (J e (J s V �MARCH 20, 2003 EDITORIAL 7 ''Tell the Kid Not to Wear White Socks'' BY CAROL BOSACK Visiting Assistant Professor of English Taking advantage of our career development programs, the CAR IO I free elective career development course to be offered this fall to juniors and seniors, and utilizing the individual support that Career Services offers is a wise move during these tough economic times. You should know, too, that your career development begins the very first day that you enter Wilkes. Employers or graduate schools will be looking at your resume and application and asking, "What has this person been doing during his or her college career that makes them the 'special' person that I want?" Helping you find your way into a career that's right for you and encouraging you develop the communication and workplace skills needed to be successful are what we try to do at Career Services. We hope to help you clarify your values, interests, and skills, as well as to help you "find a job." These days, figuring out how to get a job is an actual job in . itself, and it is neither quick nor easy. In the days of old, perhaps in your grandpa's college days, when jobs for degreed students outnumbered the number of actual students available for employment, the Career Services Director--then called the Placement Director--or a kindly professor would call a local company, recommend a student for a job, and the company would say, "Great, send 'em right up to see us." Off the happy suit-clad grad would go to get that job! That was that! Now, much hiring is managed via the web, and recruiters are tech-savvy, supt;r busy people who want 24-hour web fast access to lots of good scanable resumes. Yet, sending cover letters with resumes and making cold call phone contacts is acceptable and actually desired by some small companies. So what employer wants what? What is a job hunter to do? Monstertrak? Collegecentral? Careerbuilder? Hotjobs? When it feels like Coldjobs, Nojobs, and andIgiveup.dot com should be your bookmarks, you are way past due coming to see us for some support in your job search. What we tend to do the most for students includes career choice counseling and education; organizing job fairs and oncampus recruiters to bring employers who are "actually hiring" to meet with students; offering individual or group training in job search strategies; assisting with resume writing, interview preparation, and videotaped mock interviews; sharing information about graduate schools; and helping students· reach out to mentors who might be supportive in their job searches. Hopefully we give good advice on how to market yourself, because as a potential intern, co-op, or fulltime employment candidate, you must have the ability to convince a hiring manager, or perhaps even a large hiring committee, that you are the best person for the position. "Tell the kid not to wear white socks," was an actual comment that a corporate recruiter told us regarding a student in black suit who had come in for an on-campus interview. We cringed. Can not bothering to hunt down a pair of black socks for an interview really hurt your chances of being hired? It sure can. "If a guy can't bother to match his socks, iron his shirt, or take out the piercing studs when he is supposed to be impressing me, I wonder what kind of quality work he'd do for our company," the recruiter said. Stories like that, and there are lots more, lead to us encourage everyone to do a professional mock interview, to meet recruiters by signing up for interviews and information sessions, and to go to our 5 school consortium Employment Fair at the First U~ionArena on the 27th in order to practice meeting human resource professionals and tell them about what you can bring to their organizations as a potential candidate for hire. Programs that may sound like "fluff," for example the "Schmooze or Lose" Business Etiquette 101 training we did on the 19th, really do relate to the real world, and 20 smart students came. More should have, however. Last year a successful local company with really fine management positions met about 200 candidates at PA college job fairs. After two rounds of interviews, one on-campus and one at the business, the top 12 candidates had to attend a cocktail party and dinner with upper management. Only a few of those candidates then got job offers; can you guess which ones and why? Hunting for jobs is stressful and many students chose to avoid it for as long as they can. It's hard to deal with the inevitable rejections, but they are part of the process. I can recall my own job search for a full-time professional position as a Wilkes Psych-Soc graduate. After receiving yet another rejection letter, I headed off to my residential counselor job at a social service group home for adults with developmental disabilities. We were preparing the clients' apartments for a state inspection and my biggest intellectual and professional challenge was to make sure that every bathroom was spotless. While taking a break, my can of Ajax in one hand and a toilet scrubber in the other, I sat down on the bathroom floor and quietly sobbed, "Magna cum laude to scrub toilets." Now as I look back from a much wider perspective, I realize how much I learned about psychology and counseling from that job, how doing it led to more professional opportunities, what an honor and a pleasure it was to help people with challenges achieve their goals, and most critically, if I had not paid my entry-level dues in the counseling field, I wouldn't have the great job helping students that I have today. So come and see us. We hope to help you get things in to perspective, too. Entering a ''Just Because'' War Circuinvents Justice BY GARY FERENTINO consideration. There is no doubt that Iraq is a potential threat to international peace. But is Iraq America is about to declare such a direct and certain threat to war with Iraq. There is no longer a question of if war wi-11 be declared; . the United States at this time that there is no· more time or room for it is just a matter of when. In fact, negotiation? by the time this column is printed, It has been obvious for the bombing may well have some time now that we did not begun. have the support of the United The real question for me is Nations to wage war. France and why? Is it because of Iraq's refusal 'Russia vowed to veto any to cooperate with U.N. weapons resolu~ion calling for the use of inspectors, because of Iraq's force. We did not have the support of al-Qaida terrorists, or support of Germany and what possibly the U.S . obligation to support we have from Great Britain free Iraqi citizens from the oppression they face under a cruel hinges on the political future of Prime Minister Tony Blair. The and inhumane dictator? What will cards were dealt, yet we refused to the government's spin be next Beacon Staff Writer States. I don't have to be reminded of that, yet lately those who support war with Iraq seem to feel that I do. Let us not confuse the Ame(ican way with the current administr,ation's policy. It should be Americans who send their troops to war, not politicians or the propaganda that supports them. As an American I was raised to question what is right, to appreciate the choices that I have, and to take responsibility for making those choices. I think it is time that our government demonstrates these same American values. Americans must be able to distinguish between those events in the international arena that truly challenge our freedoms and those events that merely provide us the impose our will through military force, does not mean that it is the right choice to make. Through its repeated calls for diplomatic negotiation, the United Nations Security Council did its best to stall the eventual invasion of Iraq. But regardless of these attempts, the current administration chooses to use force to oust Saddam Hussein without the support of the United Nations. I fear for the future of the United States and the rest of the world, not only because of the threats a war with Iraq will bring, but because the very future of international diplomacy as we know it will be fundamentally altered. The United States has an obligation as a member of the opportunity to exert the power we possess as a result of such freedoms. The two are very distinct, and when confused can United Nations to exhaust all means in an effort to maintain peace. War with Iraq is ultimately inevitable. However, the United States has done everything in its power to perpetuate hostile and should be a very heavy play the hand we were given. I love America. I feel very fortunate to Jive in the land of opportunity and freedom and I understand that not all countries provide such a comfortable existence for their citizens. I also understand that men who fought cause grave consequences for the burden to bear. Knowing when to use it justly demands much and died for the freedoms we enjoy today founded the United future of international relations as we know it. Just because we can week? It should be difficult for freedom-loving Americans to tolerate such violations of international peace, especially when America is a key member of the United Nations. Power can relations with Iraq and alienate our nation from the established protocol of international peacekeeping we initiated after World War II. The fact thatAmetican forces are about to start a massive assault on Iraq without consent from the United Nations minimizes the importance of such a world organization. While America is poised to protect the world from Saddam Hussein, who will protect the rest of the world from the United States? Many Americans are confident that we can win a war with Iraq, and indeed we have the military capacity to do so. But to many that seems to be the primary justification for war--we can, so we should. War with Iraq is not a 'just' war, but a 'just because' war that will only perpetuate the cycle of hatred that has emerged as a result of American intervention around the globe. �8 MARCH 20, 2003 FEATURES Service in Appalachia Makes a Difference for One Single Mother BY ELVIRA ILLIANO gether," said Miller. Minichiello indicated that the walls in the rooms of the house they were repairing While many students spent their were "basically just wallpaper. There was spring break having fun and relaxing, others no drywall. There was no insulation, and put their personal needs aside to help that is why it would get so cold." others. Cabanillas added that, to improve the This year, seven Wilkes University condition of the house, the students: Rajitha Devadoss, team "tore down a lot of wall Stephanie Dickert, Kelly Leach, Jason in the one room and hung up McDermott, Elizabeth Miller, Matthew new sheetrock ... We spackled Rosato and Jared Shayka, participated everything [the walls], in Wilkes University's alternative sanded it down and spring break 2003. painted." Held in Pipestem, West Virginia, Both Cabanillas and the purpose of this year's alternative Minichiello expressed spring break project was to "do some enormous enthusiasm for the kind of repair construction work, experience. Minichiello something where we could tangibly added that the group's final see the results," explained Gail product was "definitely an Minichiello, Wilkes University's improvement" on the Community Service Coordinator. woman's home. Working in collaboration with the "I feel that the greatest Appalachian South Folklife Center, aspect of the trip would have the students helped to reconstruct to be the sense of group two rooms of a family house in West camaraderie," said Matthew Virginia. Rosato, a sophomore Rosemary D. Cabanillas, Wilkes students participate in Alternative Spring Break 2003. computer science major at AmericorpsNISTA and Community Wilkes University and Service Coordinator, went further into participant in this year's alternative spring year's project. "Our week of service detail by explaining, "The Appalachian included indoor construction work, and I South Folklife Center likes to assist families break. Rajitha Devadoss, a Wilkes sophothat are in situations like this. They referred had no prior experience. Therefore, more majoring in biology, gave a slightly us to a ~ingle mom who was injured on her everything was new to me from spackling job and is no longer able to work. She's different opinion. She said, "Besides the to painting, but it was a great learning living on worker's compensation, so for her team-building (from painting to cooking), it experience.because we all worked to- Beacon Staff Writer to get two of the rooms in her house fixed was out of the question. That's why we helped." Elizabeth Miller, a participant in this year's spring break event and sophomore Business major at Wilkes University, expressed her personal opinion on this "" _,.,,...,❖, really was amazing how the work that we did do was able to make a difference for that one individual. Sometimes, that's all it takes: one step at a time, one individual at a time makes the world a better place for everyone." Although several participants agree that this experience was positive, Miller indicated a negative side as well. "The more we drove around the area, the more I realized that there were so many people that needed help. I wish we could have helped others that were in desperate need of aid," explained Miller. Rosato also explained, "I had a lot of homework to complete over spring break that required a computer that could not be worked on due to our rustic setting." He added, though, "I did, however, think it was a great experience and would therefore recommend it to other students." While next year's destination is not yet known, Minichiello encourages students to participate in events such as the alternative spring break. "It's definitely a worthwhile experience. People give a lot but they also get so much back from it, learning and having fun. I encourage students to check (alternative spring break) out at least some time during their years at Wilkes," concluded Minichiello. Devadoss agreed, "Everyone should have an experience like this that extends beyond the classroom and into the real world." Seats five,' has 53 cubic feel of cargo space, and is available with 180 hp a·nd a 6-speed manual shift Even evolution can't full exp la in it. (:J, G!f J l t1E rUL tlltJQl.QJ:I :~::2 TC'1IYT.\ ~f.f'Cfi S.US,LIS A, f1C B.lo-,1.E lJ F'l :i: r :ein1C6't 1~H:,..:::¼'E 1·:u •!f=J=,:i }4:.wnt5 )ELN;~r ~~CExi\~ JM kit\t Joi'.; i'tf EitLiJm 11.>: '!tu( 1.ttN~f :~CttS .~\.j µ;;::m,1__:, ;;:u!Fl:t- - --iQ...H.0.l.-l.i7LA. - '.A.tt;!~f,,,C,;J,(JS 1 ;;1· �MARCH 20, 2003 FEATURES 9 P.O. W.E.R. Offers Wilkes .Students, Alumni Networking Opportunity BY MELISSA JERGENSEN Beacon Staff Writer Jim Monsuer Hometown: Wil)s:es Barre, PA Title: Public Safety Officer Q) What were your plans for St. Patrick's Day? A)Work Q) What is in your CD player right now? A) Rock music Q) What did you do over spring break? A)Work Q) If you had the chance to meet one celebrity, who would it be and why? A) The Yankees baseball team because I have been a big fan for years- since birth. Clarissa Dudeck Hometown: Higgins, PA Year/Major: Pl/Pharmacy Q) What where your plans for St. Patrick's Day? A) Went to a bar Q) What is in your CD player right now? A) Breaking Benjamin, OAR, and Dave Matthews Band Q) What did you do over spring break? . A) I relaxed and spent time with my family. Q) If you had the chance to meet one ce~ebrity, who would it be and What is the most powerful way to build professional relationships and actively foster contacts? According to 200 I survey conducted by the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), the answer is: networking. P.O.W.E.R. (Professionals Organized and Working to Enrich the Region), was one of fourteen projects to receive funding through a statewide competitive funding pooi. The primary objective of the young professional group is to retain and attract young people in the region via an organized and managed network involving community and civic participation. According to Sam McCullough, Secretary of the PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), "Students tell us they want to stay in the Commonwealth, but they're unaware of the opportunities Pennsylvania has to offer. It is important that we link our young people with the Pennsylvania employers who need them. We must show them that Pennsylvania has the exciting job opportunities they seek, with the world-class companies they want to work for, and an unrivaled quality of life. J) E Pennsylvania is the ideal place to live, work, play and raise a family." Through the Pennsylvania DCED, "Stay Invent the Future" is an initiative which includes 78 challenge grant projects totaling more than $4.1 million that have already been funded. The projects were selected after a regional and state review pro::ess an,51 are geared toward identifying and strengthening industry clusters, workforce capabilities, educational institutions, anchor firms and lifestyle opportunities. P.O.W.E.R is one of four projects that have been selected. Currently, "Stay Invent the Future" is the marketing message the Commonwealth is branding nationally and internationally. northeast Pennsylvania, but have not established contacts. P.O.W.E.R. is designed to shape the community by allowing people to plant their roots while marketing the northeast region. P.O.W.E.R. is open to any student or young profess_ional who desires to build the essential foundation they need to be successful in the region . Membership is held on a rolling basis and is offered at a reduced fee of $15 to students. Meetings are held after hours where the group gathers to brainstorm ideas. "The organization performs various community service initiatives for the underprivileged," said Amy George, Coordinator of P.O. W.E.R. and 2000 Wilkes Alumus. The '?fay NI/\ ~nvent the future·· "The goal of P.O.W.E.R. is to attract and retain talent in the region," said Melissa Gallup, Wilkes University senior communication studies major. P.O.W.E.R. enables students and young professionals to develop networks. Many people have an interest in working in group also participates in assorted social events. The next scheduled event is a Bowl-a-thon, March 22 at Stanton Lanes. Participants are required to get sponsors and prizes will be awarded. why? A) Paul Walker, because he's HOT! Paola Pardo Hometown: Kingston, PA Year/Major: Freshman/International Studies Q) What where your plans for St. Patrick's Day? A) Nothing Q) What is in your CD player rightnow? A)J.Lo Q) Wruit did you do o A) I weni'to New Jer . ... _ . d then to e~;York City to fill smt papers to go to Spain. ¥,, Q) If you.had the chan«:e~ meet ope~ebrity, who w it be and wli:i? AlP1f persf - J .. hy P.O.W.E.R. 's(Professionals Organized and Working to Enrich the Region) objective is to retain and attract young people in the region. The group meets regularly to discuss such plans. �10 MARCH 20, 2003 FEATURES Spring in a New Exercise Regi01en BY LIZA CARDAMONE Beacon Staff Writer In less than three months, men and women of all ages will be hitting the sandy beaches in hopes of catching some sun, waves, and for some, perhaps even the eye of an admirer. Having the "bikini body" of your dreams is not always easy. Adults and teenagers may feel depressed when they try on their first bathing suit of the season. They may be frustrated to notice they have gained some "excess baggage" from the lazy days of winter. However, there is no need to panic. Experts are now touting numerous new exercise facilities and programs available to all those pursuing that perfect "bikini bod." The YMCA is one of the most popular workout places for men, women, and children. There are an abundance of fitness machines, aerobic classes, and courts for recreational play. The YMCA offers aerobic classes such as butt and gut, spinning, kickboxing, step, cardiovascular classes, pilates, and water aerobic classes. Water aerobics is one of the most popular and fastest growing ways to work out. This new age aqua aerobics attracts men and women of all ages. Many Wilkes University students use the YMCA as their regular workout area thanks to their free membership. However, for adults it would normally cost $550 for a year membership and $75 for a child membership. Men and women have separate fitness facilities. but daily aerobic classes are open to everyone. Curves for women is the newest hot spot for ladies of all ages. Sorry. No boys allowed. "Curves" offers a comfortable atmosphere for women of all shapes, sizes, and ages. "Curves" also offers a diverse work out routine. Women are required to spend two minutes on each machine and before going on to the next machine they must stop and engage in cardiovascular exercises. The total workout is completed in a half hour. Barabara Giombetti, a pharmaceutical representative from Moosic, PA, is a regular at Curves. "The environment is enthusiastic and women are encouraged to work to the bestof their ability. It only lasts a half hour, which is great. I would encourage it to anyone interested in a comfortable workout facility and noticeable results," Giombetti stated. Along with the available facilities, there are also new forms of exercises such as Pilates. Pilates is a more relaxed technique used to make you look and feel great. The Winsor Pilates program is designed to tone and sculpt your entire body and help ymi'lose weight at the same time. Faith Martin, a Freshman secondary education major at Wilkes University, enjoys Pilates and does it regularly. "Pilates is a great way to tone your abs. I do it for about forty five minutes two to three times a week. I have tapes, but I rather take the classes at the YMCA," said Martin. Pilates focuses on strengthening the body's center. Abdominal workouts are sometimes difficult, and the newest ab machines don't always work. However, pilates is a more comfortable and efficient way to work the ab area. Different breathing techniques are taught to those who do pilates to prevent the body from cramping and help while performing the numerous exercises. Another new cardiovascular workout, Playometrics, is helping athletes gain stamina, speed, and endurance, as well as strength training. Playometrics strengthens and tones muscles that aren't normally strengthened in athletic events. Jeanine Barber, a sophomore English/secondary education major and member of the volleyball team at Wilkes Univeristy, is actively involved with a new strengthening and toning program known as Playometrics. "Playometrics is a jumping and strengthening type of exercise for your legs. Volleyball players use it to increase their vertical jump. For 30 second intervals we perform different jumping exercises. We usually do it for an hour to an hour and a half," stated Barber. With spring in the air, it is a perfect time to get motivated. Due to our cold and snowy winter, we all have spent too much time indoors. We can all use a walk, run, or few hours at the gym to regain a positive mental perspective. A healthy mind will ensure a road to a healthy body. Working out regularly enhances stamina along with toning and strengthening the body's muscles. With all the workout options available, everyone can find something that fits their schedule and interest. However, time is ticking. The waves are beginning to roar and the vacations are being booked. There's no better time to shape up than today. <: A"11#►M:WWtt&4 STUDENTS WELCOME MJ 'il BYI Bea , the~ enc~ sho disp Ma) exp hav da som the appl orb an i unc as a to a bea1 deli are bro1 To Sherman Hills Apartments The Best Looking Affordable Apartments In Wilkes-Barre g Now accepting applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments Centrally Located · Public transportation Carpeting Air Conditioning - On Site Social Service Coordinator Laundry Facilities 24-Hour Maintenance Service Frost Free Refrigerator Garbage Disposal Stove ili SU p g u 3 00 Parkview Circle Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18702 Monday - Friday 8A.M. to 5P.M. 0 u, CHE~K US OUT TODAY !!!! 570-823-5124 EHO a �MARCH 20, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 11 "Birds in Art" Flies High at Sordoni One more noteworthy work at "Birds in Art" is Daniel Smith's, "In Your Face." "In Your Face" is an interesting piece that Stepping through the glass doors of highlights a yellow-billed ox pecker on the the Sordoni Art Gallery, a magical experinose of a gnarly cape buffalo. The symbience begins with the latest -"' otic relationship between the two art show entitled "Birds in Art," on forms and species provides a new display from March IO through perspective on art and life as we see May4. it. For the rest of the The most interesting pi~ce of semester the main room in the the entire show and one that simply cannot be ignored is the Ulco · gallery is solely dedicated to the graceful depictions and portrayGlimmerveen creation entitled . als of the aerial wonders. It is an "Between Dreams," an oil can~as on ·composition board. The work: experien::e everyone should masters the simplicity of subj~t have, especially as spring matter yet is marked by a comrilexity dawns. "Birds in Art" has of depth and dimension. It seems so something for everyone--be it real that the true appreciation ~fit the inquisitive child or the most can be taken for granted. But;d ose appreciative connoisseur of art inspection challenges the viewer to or birds. The entire show offers understand its complexity, a b~~polar an ideal escape from the juxtaposition of a delicate bird in the uncertainties we currently face harshness of stone. Glimmerveen, as a nation as well as a release writes, " I create a world of mystery to appreciate true freedom and beauty, arguably in their most that invites the viewer beyond the delicate and desirable art form. skin of paint. It should touch the The Beacon/Jason McDermott heart, recall hidden memories, 'and Highlighted in this expo "Birds in Art" will be featured in the Sordoni Art Gallery from March 1O through May 4. The mirror one's mind." are various paintings, sculpdepictions and portrayals include graceful aerial wonders. Overall "Birds in Art" is.an tures, and bronzes captivating enjoyable, fun, and colorful expo to be many different kinds of birds, familiar and Linda St. Clair's "Fine Feathered Friends,"a pushed to get as much color in the feathers white ibis oil canvas painting. This as possible yet still have the birds read as appreciated by all. foreign. Among the many breathtaking white. I also used color to shape their bronzes are Pete Zaluzec's "Avocet" and particular work is just as striking l Oinches graceful bodies and give them dimension." Tony Angell's "The Sentinels"--an unusual away as it is l O yards. Its beautiful balance BY RAPHAEL COOPER Beacon Assistant Arts & Entertainment Editor eacon Co"espondent Ever been in a relationship that just abruptly ended? You rack your brain going over every possible 'scenario of why the "perfect" two-week relationship is suddenly over? Well, in the movie How to Lose A Guy in Ten Days the "dating game" puts the emphasis on "game" and the plot schools· audiences all about how to analyze what does and can go wrong in relationships. . ThePlot Bubbly reporter Andy Anderson, played by Kate Hudson, sets out to intentionally make "all the classic mistakes girls tend to do in relationships" with an unsuspecting guy. Her experiment is part of a feature story she plans to write. The unsuspecting guy happens to be womanizer ad agent, Ben Berry, played by Mathew McConaughey, who has his own romantic agenda to deal with. McConaughey's character is competing with two other wofnen coworkers for a multi-million dollar diamond campaign. His two women co-workers do not want him to get the campaign, so they make a bet with him that requires he woo any woman of his choosing and mak,e her midnight blue bronze. The intricacies of these works make the works come alive. Another piece at the Sordoni Art Gallery destined to strike the fancy of artafficiandos, and especially young kids, is of colors and interesting use of light, provide a different perspective of the white ibis. In fact, Linda St. Clair writes, "Since the ibis is mostly white, painting them posed a challenge for me. I love to use color- so I fall in love with him in ten days. The Verdict Throughout the movie Andy does This is unlike most romantic comedies, everything possible to make Ben runaway. ' because both the mah and woina.n are ~utto She even goes so far as to make a family. deceive each other. album, in which she , I think this was plasters pictures of . one of the best their future wedding, romantic comedies I their children and have seen in a long vacations. Her time. It's not the · attempts to make him usual, girl meets guy, run screaming from and they go through the relationship range · relationship trouble from the classic tjlen get married and "moving in'i tech~ .. live happily ever after. nique (taking over the I laughed throughout bathroom with this entire movie, and cosmetics and it's not just a "chick tampons) to even flick," either. The first more creative appeals, time I saw it, I went like buying them a with a couple of guys dog that serves as . and they thought it their first "child" was hilarious and not together. Ben, on the · the usual chick flick other hand, is moyie to which they determined to win the are use to being . bet, so he puts up dragged. But I also with all the kooky sawitagain with my obsessive things Anderson mom and sister, who both gave it rave throws at him, and keeps up the charade of reviews. the dedicated boyfriend, seemingly Kate Hudson's acting reflected exactly unafraid of commitment. what we've come to expect of her personal- ity-~free spirited, fun, engaging. W'lten she smile.s aµd laughs, you feel as thou'gh you've kn6~n her for years. McCopaughey was also suited for the character he played, though he wasn't as engaging as Hudson when he was alone in a scene. Wtiyn the two are .on camera together, though, the chemistry is'outstanding. The writing sets a quick and fively pace from the opening scene. It offers fun and believable banter, particularly 3/hen Andy and Ben are working their h~rdest to push and ptU the relationship in different directions, and the situations keep/the audience laughing. Perhaps the Of!IY drawback to the film is its end, which audience members can predict with an hour left in the show. There is virtually no other way for the plot to go, based on the characters' development. Some may get to the end and roll their eyes as a result. No movie is perfect, though, and for quick escape that offers wonderful entertainment, How to Lose a Guy in JO Days is <\ great way to slip away from the reality of school deadlines and into the fantasy of Hollywood. I highly recommend this movie and give it 4 and 1/2 out of 5 stars. �MARCH 20, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 12 ? . •' ' , , . >.. ~ . G·.·..·t --- ·.·.···, the legendary taste 1 ' •. . · DEiL.IvE .· _._.M . . .. BOS . ···<R•y. co _.. The best pizza in town is now the best deal for delivery or takeout! I u ' -112 - Lorge 16'" Pt -•·_ h :S readstl ,,...;,~'_f.M•W' . ~ 2: l l6't • $12 '"'" ·#5 .. - Tho Family Party P-o ck l lorg$ l 6" Pb.ta! l l.0tge Order (1 6) Wings ond l OtdEH of • Mo.uote-Uo Stic ks '~ We •deliver ·to Wilkes University Grotto Pizza · Gateway Center. Edwardsville - 331-FAST (3278) • Does not include tax. gratuity. or delivery charge. �MARCH 20, 2003 .ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 Celebration Week to Celebrate a Triad of Artists BY JESSICA SKUTACK Beacon Arts and Entertainment Editor Another innovative notion that he shared with Cunningham was the use of chance when creating musical and dance pieces respectively. Cage would take this to the extreme and carry chance into actual performances, but Cunningham never went that far. Cunningham is a multi-talented, ambitious choreographer whose philosophy about dance centers around chance, as The Visual and Perfo~ing Arts Department is holding a week-long celebration to honor three innovative artists: John Cage, Merce Cunningham, and Robert Rauschenberg. The week, aptly called Cage/. Cunnungham/Rauschenberg Celebration Week, features events that are part of the department's New and Unusual Art series. The celebration seeks to educate "The Visual and Performing Arts Department is holding through film and a week-long celebration to honor three innovative artists: lecture and John Cage, Merce Cunningham, and Robert Rauschenberg. entertain through The week, aptly called Cage/Cunnungham/Rauschenberg performance and Celebration Week, features events that are part of the exhibition. John Cage department's New and Unusual Art series." is mostly known as a composer, but he was also a lecturer, noted above, as well as indeterminacy. performer, author, who influenced many in Since the beginning of his career he has subsequent generations. In fact, Cage and choreographed over 150 works for his Merce Cunningham collaborated between company, two works for the New York City 1939 and 1942'. Before and after this time Ballet, and numerous works for both ballet Cage was innovative in many ways. He. • . and modem dance companies within the invented the "prepared piano," which was a grand piano with objects placed between its Artists strings to create a percussion orchestra of continued on page 14 one. Why dorm•when you could have your own apartment? (r:r.r:rv:nL ,1Hz:.nj,1l.;:Jc. jCTl,,!Y;:" Q!A" JP,lrtrm:rt, i>MII d14n_gp •\7,r '•18\', 1b:i1.Jt hnng er (,ll nfA.l\ .-~ll Ari'.' ¢i:1up~Y;¢LvHh ;1 prN,ttC t,JkOrr/ 11·it1de;n 1k ~d:ers ,1nd !),1th w.tl l Li vt,111 ~;u an -c,:indtLc:,,,;r,g, ,i;,.(\.1i1 1 ,1nd 14 h>~i 1;ir¢ 1);C-'<''Cy ,bUSB!i(i;. 2 b0dn:x::◄-11 dp:irt n-,trt:s vnth ,.;ir·r1r\g_ 1t;u;1n::: i:io1,1:ge ,w,11ki::ic FV•,1<,;;;, t ,iii f~r ini(wnH 1111r, S'10.819-.-4:llCJ. · The Beacon/Jason McDermott Ha0101erin' Out the Beats Recently Wilkes New and Unusual M_usic Program featured a stellar jazz band that jammed Geis Hall and a packed house. �MARCH 20, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 Artists Continued from page 13 United States and abroad. Cunningham's other activities include conducting workshop classes at Merce Cunningham Studios and presenting lectures- and workshops spanning the globe. Over the years Cunningham has also collaborated on books that center on his work and various film projects. Last, but not least is Robert Rauschenberg who is considered by many to be the "Father of Pop Art" and a talented set designer. According to AskArt.com, "Rauschenberg was known for assemblage, concep~ualist methods, printmaking, and willingness t_o experiment with non-artistic materials--all innovations that anticipated later m~vements such as Pop Art, Conceptualism, and Minimalism." Cage/Cunningham/Raushcenberg . Week commences on Monday, March 24, with a film entitled The Collaborators: Cage, Cunningham, and Rauschenberg. Tuesday, March 25, Kris Cross will offer a lecture on the life and work ofMerce Cunningham. Wec'nesday, March 26, Kris Cross will hold a M&:,ter Class in Cunningham technique from 4-5:30 p.m. on the main stage. In addition, Stephen Thomas will shed light on the life and times of John Cage with a lecture at 7 p.m. on the Darte main stage. Thursday, March 27, a film will be shown on the life of Robert Rauschenberg at 7 p.m. on the Darte main stage. The week culminates on Friday with a Master Class in Cunningham technique held by Kris Cross from 4-5:30 p.m. Later that evening a Cage and Cunningham Concert will be held. The Percussion Ensemble will perform Cage's "First Construction (In Metal)" conducted by Dr. Terry Zipay. Stephen Thomas will perform "Dream" and select members of the Percussion Ensemble will perform "Credo in Us" conducted by Stephen Thomas. Both "Dream"; and "Credo in Us" will feature dance movements by Kris Cross in the Cunningham style and technique. Following the concert a reception will be held. All Cage/Cunningham/Rauschenberg Celebration Week events will be held at 7 p.m. on the main stage of the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center and are free and open to the public. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• • This Week in Entertainment History * Jrdb11s BY MELISSA GAILUP Beacon :·i , This w~ed , ,e, Food N~t':ork is fel~bra_~?g ~~ wonderfu~ ':odd of pas~.'But don.t let the tt\!it!~!;JR~· Tius l,S ~ot ~9ur typ1 l~t 9f the trad1tional paSUlf:. l?r~ducers have ga~he~~;a1vast: array"of different cate . . µes of pastas; everything from pasta soups, to Asian dinners, and even pasta desserts. There i$ a redpe to satisfy even the pickiest eatetj, so if you are tired of the same old dish of spaghetti or mac and cheese, dive into this column to discover new ways to boil up your boring pasta, For even more pasta ideas, log onto www.foodtv.comto check out all of the recipes. P~$fa Pho Bo (Hanoi Beef Noodle Soup) Recipe Courtesy of Gourmet Magazine 6 cups beef broth 1 (1/4-inch thick) slice ginger 2 whole star anise* 1 cinnamon stick 1/2 poun_d piece boneless beef sirloin, trimmed of any fat 3 ounces dried flat rice noodles* 1/4 cup Asian fish sauce* 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper I cup fresh bean sprouts, rinsed and drained 1/8 cup minced scallions 1/4 cup fresh cilantro sprigs, washed and finely chopped I small thin fresh red or green Asian chilie, sliced very thin 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves . Lime wedges for garnish * Available at Asian Markets • : • • • : • : In a two quart saucepan bring broth, ginger, star anise, and cinnamon to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes . With a very sharp knife cut sirloin across the grain into very thin slices. In a large bowl soak noodles in hot water to cover 15 minutes ' or until softened ~ and pliable . While noodles are soaking, bring a kettle of salted water to a boil for noodles. , Drain noodles in a colander and cook in boiling water, stirring 45 seconds, or until tender. Drain noodles in a colander. Set aside. Strain broth into saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir in fish sauce, salt and pepper. March 22, 1981-RCA put its Selectra Vision laser disc players on the market, only• : :'ideodisks running around $15 each. It failed to catch on with consumers. • • : Add sirloin and spr~mts and cook 30 to 45 seconds, or until sirloin changes color. Skim any froth from soup. To serve, divide noodles into four bowls. Ladle soup over noodles: Sprinkle scallion greens, cilantro, chilies and basil over soup and serve with lime wedges • • March 20, 1986 - Television's Fallon Carrington and Jeff Colby were marrfed on a -Dynasty spin-off, The Colbys. • : March 21, 1997 - Jennifer Lopez and Edward James Olmos starred in the film ;$elena, which opened in United States theaters. The film chronicled the rise to fame of :he vivacious Tejana singer who had been slain by her fan club manager. • • . • : lo have them called "the Edsel of the entertainment field." Costing $500, with the : March 23, 1971 - The Concert for Bangladesl'! documentary film of the benefit • .:oncert premiered in New York City. The film, which starred former Beatie George : ?Iarrison, was used as a backdrop for an album, which won the Grammy for Best Album. • i)ther artists involved in the concert were Ravi Shankar, Bob Dylan, Leon Russell, Ringo: ~tarr, Billy Preston, Eric Clapton, and Klaus Voormann. • • • • : March 24, 1985 - The Golden Raspberry Awards, a parody of the Oscar Awards • ~ere presented. The movie, Bolero took home the top honors, for John and Bo Derek; : ~ho won for worst director and worst actress, respectively. • • • • : March 25, 1913 - The famous Palace Theatre opened in New York City. Ed Wynn • ~as the first performer on the vaudeville bill. Twenty years later, Wynn would be named • :adio's top entertainer. He later enjoyed popularity on television·: : • r • f Marc:h 26, 1998-Leonardo DiCaprio, age 23, filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles, l:alffornia against Playgirl magazine. - Jasfy .. • :.( • ...,. ' • > .'. · *Information p~yided t:ourttsy of www.05elessknowledge.c:om.* •• •• •• • :• ........• •········~··············;~· Kasha with Bowties Recipe courtesy of Michele Urvater 3 cups farfalle or bow tie pasta 1 cup medium roasted buckwheat groats 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons vegetable oil l onions, thinly sliced I tablespoon white wine vinegar and 2 tab water 1 tablespoon sugar 1 3/4 cups chicken broth Sour cream; minced dill and dill fronds . i. . .,. . Bnng a}arge pot of salted water to a boil.Mix kasha with the egg until grains are thoroughly coated. Heat·oil in a sauce p~. Ad~ onions and cook until they begin to soften, about two minutes. Add white wine vinegar and water, cover and cook until onions ar~.-~nder, about eight minutes. Uncover and evaporate liquid over high heat; continue to cook until onions are golden. Meanwhile bring chicken broth to a boil and add pasta to the boiling water. Stir sugar into onions, then add kasha and saute, over low heat until kasha is tender, about five to eight minutes; adjust seasoning. Serve over w tie pasta and dollop with sour cream and dill. For more tasty recipes, visit: www.wilkesbeacon.(Om �NEWS CONTINUED Continued from page 1 Schmooze Continue.d from page 5 MARCH 20, 2003 Diversity our college community to reflect the based on SAT scores. Historically, people diversity of the United States or Pennsylof color don't do as well on the SATs as vania. To get it where it reflects a more caucasian students so that right there realistic atmosphere outside of school," he puts them behind the eight ball." added. Zellner made the case of a student Currently, the minority population who graduated second in her class, with a 3.99 GPA, but only scored a 980 on her on campus is between 4 a'nd 5%, in SATs. From Wilkes, she would have contrast to the approximately 14% received a $5,000 scholarship. However, population in the state. she was offered a $23,000 scholarship Zellner will be aided by a newly from the University of Miami. assembled Diversity Task Force, which is_ "It's going to have a positive made up of faculty, staff, and a student. impact," Zellner added. "Right now, "The Diversity Task Force ... has four anyone who looks at our tuition, room and focuses," Loeschke explained. "The first is to increase the minority population on campus. Second, to increase the number of international students on campus and get our students off campus to do international studies as much as possible." . Loeschke also pointed out that there would be faculty members in each of the new colleges to facilitate international studies. Within the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science, Dr. Paola Bianco, Associate Professor of Foreign Languages & Literatures, will lead the charge. Dr. Jamal A. Ghorieshi, Associate Professor of Mechanical_Engineering will The Beacon/Mick Jenkins handle international study within Director of Diversity, Allan Zellner the College of Science and board says, 'Wilkes is expensive ... .' and Engineering. the first thing they ask you is, 'Do you "The third piece we're developing is have any scholarships?' And to be able to a diversity series with performing artists say 'yes' ... that in itself will be a positive and speakers. We'll be having dance step." performances, musical performances, Currently, the Multicultural Service theater performances, and a lot of other Award gives approximately $40,000 per things that will cover all aspects of incoming class that may be divided as diversity," Loeschke said. necessary. However, according to Mike "The last piece," Loeschke exFrantz, Vice President of Enrollment plained, "is integrating_issues of diversity Services, "In order for there to be a into the curriculum--and that's the most significant impact, we'll need at least difficult, because of all that's involved." double the· amount of current funds." Likely questions associated with However, as Frantz points out, the this focus will include: How do we look at decisive number will be dependent on our curriculum? How do we improlle in actual enrollment of minority/multicultural terms of making sure multicultural issues students. are woven throughout the curriculum? Although the creation of the One incentive that Loeschke and Director of Diversity position and Task Zellner hope will attract more minority students is to show them the money Force are new concepts at Wilkes, through the Multicultural Service Award, Loeschke explained that this focus is not necessarily an addition to the University's which awards students who demonstrate a policy. She pointed out that Wilkes has positive multicultural asset that they always supported diversity. would "bring to campus and reflect it on campus." "We welcome, really welcome, people from all backgrounds. We just Zellner explained the reasoning, saying that many Wilkes University . haven't been very successful in attracting scholarships "are based on merit which are them," Loeshcke said. The luncheon also trained students how to conduct themselvesoyer an interview or bu~iness meeting that includes a meal. Jopics of discussion included how to properly hold a wine glass, set the table appropriately, and eat while maintaining a conversation . . ''Also hold a glass filled with white wine glasses from the long stem. White wine is chilled and your hand will make it wanner if you hold the glass the wrong way,"·said Mulvey. Chad Lojewski, 1995 graduate~of Wilkes and currently employed by Pn1dential Securities Inc., attended to give students some final tips on pursuing a career following college. "Market yourself as bringing ·something to the table. Not all employers ' ..,...,_ . . - - - - - - . - - - - - • -• •-v ·• "• " .. ~.,. . ... "' ... -~ .. , , ., ,. ► • -,• • 111 " ____ ._________________ j ; page 1 faculty and staff spaces. "Our tuition is some other alternatives that I think they partially paying for faculty and staff to may have skipped over." Brittain added, "I think there are other things that they can do park." Even if this specific proposal doesn't to raise funds from what's already in place, fly with the Wilkes community, Byers hopes like actually enforcing the tickets that they some resolution can be located. "The real pass out." . intent here is to discuss possible solutions; However, not every SG member whether it's worthwhile to rai se disagreed with the proposal. In fact, more , rates ... because we don't want to run thi s at than a third of Student Government Representatives supported the measure and a deficit," he said. Byers has the final say on whether or agreed that an increase is necessary. not to go ahead with the increase, although Jason Leach, SG's Vice President supported the measure, "I'm definitely for it. he stated that his decision will be made with the feedback from other members of the A lot of students are paying for something Cabinet, and students in mind. that they don't use. That $82,000 could be Byers said he will most likely make his used for something else." Leach also decision by the end of next week. pointed out that the tuition money that subsidizes the parking program includes The 8eacon is currectly accepting applications for leadership positions for theQ.003-04 school year. J§<litorial, a~sistant editor, ph?to/graphics, fayout, busine~iadvertising, a~d +v · webmanagymentare aHppsitj?ns '3/ithin .Vie orgf1Ilizati9n that ~e9eive scholarship money and provide C),U!Stflnding Jeaqer,ship experience fqr ~tud~n,fs in.~1 majors? . • • < .•...Fo_f an application,please e-mail f'a9.u lty.t \q.vjs.or, · ndrea Fr frantza@wilkes;~4~.pr~top i;>Y~~i2ffii~at ~OS A,1) applicfttiqRifor leade~~lp po1itiqn~ ar~ due by Match 28, 200 . .. want to hear that you are always on ' time. They want to hear \Yhat you can do for them," said Lojewski. "Get on the Internet, check out jobs, and tell the employers what you can do for their organization ....When looking for a job, don't be afraid to be a little selfish. People need to know about you when you are looking for a career." Approximately twenty students of all majors attended the business etiquette training. Fran Johanson, seniorbusiness major, feels all the workshops Career Services offers have helped her through the past four years. "They (Career Services) have helped me with my resumes, mock interviews, cover letters, anything I ha"e." Parking Continued from 'he JJeacon Looking for a Few Good Leaders ~apinfW . 15 APARTMENT FOR RENT 27 East South Street --- Conveniently Close to Campus! 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Every year, the Jostens Trophy is a:-,varded to the Division III Basketball Player of the Year, and both the male recipient, Derek Reich of the University of Chicago, and Bull are receiving their awards today at the Salem Civic Center during a luncheon sponsored by the Rotary Club of Salem, Virginia. Each winner's institution will receive a $1,000 do nation in his/her name. The national committee, consisting of college coaches, college administrators, selected members of the media, and former student-athletes, voted on the finalists based on three criteria: basketball ability, academic prowess, and community service. Bull's basketball abilities have been outstanding and improving with each collegiate season. The Berwick graduate enjoyed a superior senior season for the Lady Colonels, averaging 16.5 points and 13.5 rebounds per game, an increase from her junior year. Her rebounding average set a Wilkes University school record and ranked third among all Division III players this season. Bull concluded her career with 1,219 points and a school-record 984 rebounds. The six-foot post player had a Freedom Conference leading 19 double-doubles and she was named a first team Verizon Academic All-American. The senior was also named a second team Freedom Conference all-star. Coming in as a junior transfer student from Elizabethtown College, Bull feels that move helped her earn this prestigious award. "I would not have been able to qualify for this award without help from my coaches, teammates, administration, and fans," said Bull. "The beneficial factors about Wilkes include the coaching styles, the coaches' knowledge of the game, and the level of motivation brought to the players." Bull added that the support she receives from her family and the athletic an<;! sports informatfon offices have allowed her to blossom and be successful in her athletic and academic careers. Bull's academic achievements are equally impressive as her accomplishments on the court. She finished her undergraduate career in just seven semesters, earning a 4.0 GPA in Business Administration and Dean's List honors each semester. This spring, Bull is enrolled in the MBA program at Wilkes and plans to continue her education at law school. She is a six-time member of the MAC Academic Honor Roll and is a member of the Delta Mu Delta Honor Society. Not only is Bull a star student athlete, but she is also very active in community service as a member of the Business and Accounting Clubs. She is involved in SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise), performs volunteer services for the United Way Day of Caring, and as a member of VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistant) Bull prepares tax returns for low-income families and the elderly at no cost. She also sits on the Wilkes SAAC (Student-Athlete Advisory Committee). Become a Lifesaverl Donate Plasma that Is needed for millions of people each year ... IBPI Interstate Blood & Plasma, Inc. 41 S. Main St Wilkes Barre, PA It's Safe and Convenient Donate Todayllllll .Hff!lp _ :~r;,v~ ·Lives! · Donate · P/asma· . . . ·s23-411.9 · . . r-------------------------------------~ I I I I I I I I Bring this coupon i~ todayH! I I I I I I ~~------------------------------------~ �MARCH 20, 2003 17 SPORTS E-town Defeats Wilkes in Season Lacrosse Opener:' BY BRIAN WALTER Beacon Staff Writer The Wilkes University women's lacrosse team was defeated 2 I -8 on Saturday afternoon against Elizabethtown College in its first-ever Middle Atlantic Conference match. The Lady Colonels competed on the club level a season ago. Wilkes faced an I 1-2 deficit at intermission against E-Town. In the final half, Wilkes scored six goals, yet were unable to stop the Blue Jays' attack, as the· team tallied IO second-half goals. The Currier sisters--senior Maria and freshman Kathryn--had two goals apiece to lead the Lady Colonels offense. Seniors Kyla Campbell, Danielle McDonald, and Sara Ciotoli, along with sophomore Alicia Connor each scored once. Wilkes used two freshman goalkeepers in the match, with Carissa Lyons stopping seven shots in the first half and Cassie Malone making four stops in the final half. Although the Lady Colonels lost their season opener, they still remain optimistic. Campbell felt that overall, the game went well. "The difference in our abilities from last season to this season are very apparent," she said. "As the season continues and we learn how to play off each other, The Lady Colonels have been working hard in the off-season. we'll inevitably see some improvements and get some wins." Head coach Kristin DiMarzo is also excited about the Lady Colonels' season, yet she recognizes the challenges that the. team will face. "This team is really committed to making this program succeed," commented the second-year coach. "Everyday is a new day of learning and performing the best we can individually as well as a team. We just want to be able to hold our own and perform the tasks we have been practicing everyday all season long." The Lady Colonels will look to do more than hold their own when they take the field again on Monday at Ralston field against Montclair State in a match .scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. The Beacon/Ryan Klemish Muhlenberg's O'Conner too Much For Colonels BY DENNIS FERENCHICK Beacon Editorial Board Chiar Junior Chris O'Connor tossed a complete game six-hitter and senior Justin Rubenstein drove in three RBIs as host Muhlenberg College defeated Wilkes University 7-1 on Wednesday afternoon at Cedar Creek Field. With the victory, the Mules (8-3) got their second straight nine-inning complete from a left-handed pitcher. Sophomore Gregg Burkhart went the distance on Tuesday. Junior Mike Spotts had three hits, including a triple and an RBI, and sopho- more Tyler Trutt was 2 for 4 with one run for rival DeSales University on the Colonels (4-5) who played their first Friday afternoon at Artillery Park, its first home game since defeating College Misericordia game of the season. 5-4 on March 7 in Cocoa Beach, Florida. The Bulldogs were Wilkes used a total of five pitchers the Colonels Achilles' heel against Muhlenberg, with freshman Mike last season, besting them Toomey picking up the loss in relief. in all four match-ups. Toomey's record drops to 2-1 on the season. O'Connor, who improves to 3-0 with The men's baseball team the victory, fanned thirteen straight batters has been making good after giving up a run in the third and did not use of their limited time give up another hit until one out remained outdoors. in the ninth. Wilkes will host Freedom Conference The Beacon/Mick Jenkins nnnnnnnnnnnn n n Z caSh for ~?•u~ Z n eornpacf CIAScS n nn nn· www.musicalenergi.com also buying &selling: DVDS•VHS VIDEO GAMES RECORDS TAPES ... •fl ... •fl Z dddUS/CflL ENERU/ Z n n 59 nortb main street • Wilkes-barre • 829-2929 n n bestsel~ction best prices PO~TER~ I \J \J I . /~~~~ cool gifts n n nnnnnnnnnnnn Softball Postponed Due to poor fielq. conditions, the Wilkes University softball game scheduled for Wednesday versus Scranton was postponed. As of press time, no makeup date had been set. The Lady Colonels look to get back on the diamond on Saturday when they travel to Allentown to face DeSales University in a double-header slated for I p.m. Colonels Drop 4-3 Decision To Moravian Courtesy of Sports Information Moravian College won four of six singles matches to post a 4-3 non- . conference men's tennis win over Wilkes University on Sunday afternoon at the Courts at Ralston Field. The win improves the Greyhounds to 3-1 overall, while the Colonels fall to 0-3 overall. Wilkes took the doubles point by winning two of the three matches. Hassan Shah and Madhan Srinivasan teamed up to fashion an 8-4 triumph over Jason Toedter and Todd Edwards at number-one doubles. Jason Leach and Arvin Narula eamed an 8-0 decision over Nick Schuett and Sean Lynch at third doubles for the Colonels. Srinivasan was a t}VO~time winner for Wilkes after scoring a 6-1, 6-4, win over Dave Kurvink at'second singles. Narula was also a double winner. He earned a 6-4, 6-1, decision over Lynch at sixth singles. ~ ~s s · , �SPORTS 18 MARCH 20, 2003 Beacon Bracketol~gy 101 Marc;h Madness ... the classic armchair coaching extravaganza. Jµst when the country ha,s reached its limit with winter weather arid gloomy economic and political across the country, members of The Beacon staff offer up their Final Four picks and justifications. In so doing, The Beacon staff does not condone betting or gambling forecasts, college basketball offers up its best as a bright segue into spring--the NCAA Tournament. In keeping with watercooler talk and speculation happening all Dennis Ferenchick - Editorial Board Chair - Final Four: Kentucky, Duke, Texas, Louisville - Championship: Texas over Kentucky - Rationale: Don't mess with Texas!!! National player of the yearT.J. Ford will lead his teammates on an impressive tournament run, which will conclude with an impressive victory over Kentucky, ending the Wildcats' winning streak at 28. Kevin Sickle - Sports Editor - Final Four: Kentucky, Duke, Florida, Louisville - Championship: Kentucky over Louisville - Rationale : When it comes time to sit down and fill out a bracket and select your Final Four teams, you need to look at two things: tournament experience and coaching. Kentucky, Duke, and Louisville have both to the extreme, and Florida, with Coach Billy Donovan, is n.ot far behind. Kentucky has simply blown away all comers over the past two ,months. Combine that with the great coaching of Tubby Smith, and they will advance lo the championship to face the Louisville Cardinals . .Behind Coach Krzyzewski at Duke, Louisville's Rick Pitino is the best tournament coach of our era. He and his talented, yet tarnished squad will make it to the title game. ' defense, and coaching will earn the Kentucky Wildcats the 2003 NCAA S~ed, Division: I Men's Basketball Championship, their second under Smith. Andrea Frantz -Advisor - Final Four: Kentucky, Kansas, Florida, Louisville - Championship: Kansas over Florida - Rationale: I usually avoid choosing a number one seed to go to the Final Four. Louisville is the closest I get to an upset this year in my Final Four, though, and I'm not sure the rankings in the East give Louisville the credit it deserves. chose Kansas to win the National Championship, because I think that the West is absolutely the toughest region. If Kansas can get past Duke and Arizona, I think they will deserve the championship. JJ Hanson -Assistant Sports Editor - Final Four: Holy Cross, Gonzaga, Xavier, California - Championship: Xavier over Holy Cross - Rationale: I decided that I would defer my picks to NCAA sports analyst John Lubrano. Lubrano's picks are as follows: From the Midwest, Holy Cross will visit the Final Four because they are Christians and God loves them. Coming in from the West will be Gonzaga. They are Native Americans at that school and are guaranteed a slot due to years o( persecution at the hands of the white men. From the South will be Xavier. The Professor and his Mutants are a lock. California will be the team from the East. These guys are the only West Coast team in the East bracket and are itching to whip some butt. In the championship will be Holy Cross vs. Xavier. 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All Iten1s Available for Take-out Add 25'1 All ltEms on our MEnu art: MadE Frt:sh to Ordu and May TakE a LlttlE Extra TimE. Thank You for Your PatiEncE �MARCH 20, 2003 SPORTS 19 Colonel Clipboard Game, Set, Match On Tap Coach of the Winter Jim Reed, Women's Basketball · In Review ' Men's Tennis Moravian 4, Wilkes 3 DeSales, 3:30 SINGLES: aturday Baseball at DeSales, 12 p.m. (DH) Men's Tennis at King's, I p.m. Softball at DeSales, I p.m. onday Baseball VS . Bloomsburg, 3 p.m. Lacrosse VS. Montclair State, 4 p.m. ednesday, 3/26 Men's Tennis at Philadelphia Bible, 3:30 p.m. Lacrosse at Drew,4p.m. Softball VS. William Patterson, 3 p.m. Jason Toedter (M) def. Hassan Shah, 7-5, 6-4; Madhan Srinivasan (W) def. Dave Kurvink, 6-1, 6-4; Todd Edwards (M) def. Peter Nguyen, 6-2, 6-1; Dan Gorman (M) def. Jason Leach, 6-2, 7-5; Nick Schuett (M) def. Matt Ralph, 6-3, 6-1; Arvin Narula (W) def. Sean Lynch, 6-4, 6-1 DOUBLES: Shah/Srinivasan (W) def. Toedter/ Edwards, 8-4; Kurvink/Gorman (M) def. Nguyen/Ralph, 8-1; Leach/Narula (W) def. Schuett/ Lynch,8-0 Friday Softball Moravian 9, Wilkes 1 Salisbury St. IO, Wilkes 0 The second-year head coach has begun to bring the Lady Colonels · back into contention in tl!e Freedom Conference. They got off to the best start in school history, 8-0, but late-season injuries dampend their progress as their season concluded with a 12-13 overall record. Reed's resume consists of a season at the University of Indianapolis in Division II as an assistant men's coach, as well as three seasons as an assistant women's coach at his alma mater, Bucknell University. Since coming to Wilkes, he has coached a Jostens Trophy winner while improving the Lady Colonels' record in each of his first two seasons and recruiting some of the finest talent the tri-state area has to offer. Saturday Softball Wilkes 5, Wesley I Wilkes 5, Bates 2 Sunday Men's Tennis Moravian 4, Wilkes 3 Wednesday Baseball Muhlenberg 7, Wilkes I· Numbers Of the Week 63 15 8 For more sports information, visit: www.wilkesbeacon.com . Beacons Best Bet riday- Baseball vs DeSales, 3:30 p.m. he Colonels will look to rebound from a tough loss as they lay host to the Bulldogs. · Number of games yet to be played before determining the NCAA Division I Men 's Basketball Champions Number of scoreless innings pitched by senior Ryan Lobb so far this season for the Wilkes baseball team Number of days until the 2003 Wilkes golf season gets underway For more sports information, visit: www.wilkesbeacon.com Donna Kowalczyk's Salon at 419 823-8966 419 S. 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Montclair State: Penguins Game: . 7:05p.m., First Union Arena 4 p.m,, Ralston Field Bowl for Kid Stanton Lanes Baseball vs. Bl;omsburg: '3p.fl}., Artillery Park NUArts Lecture: 7 p.m., DDD <•.C Softball at DeSale 1 p.m., Women's Lacrosse at Drew: 4p.m., Baseball at DeSales: 12p.m., Softball vs. William Paterson: 3 p.m., Kirby Park Men's Tennis at' Kings: 1 p.m., Men's Tennis at Philadeplia Bible: 3:30p.m., • Wilkes~Barre Weekly Weather 42/29 52/38 TODAY FRifAY 62/44 SATURDAY 63/48 SUNDAY 61/49 MONDAY 54/41 TUESDAY 47/31 WEq.!IESDAY The Beacon we1coineS notices of events ... oublicize, it's rree! Post your event by visitingwww.wilkesbeacon.com or email wilke~eacon@hotmail.com A It � 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 2003 March 20th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 March 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 https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/7c736bdba28c0226de9c4b679055229a.pdf 9caee095272f7c515b4d4c9192314754 PDF Text Text February 27, 2003 Volume 55 Issue 17 www. wilkesbeacon.corn THE NE S OF TODAY REPORTED BY 'THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORRO-W 2003-04 Budget Proposal Announced at SG Meeting BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor e single-year increase in the last five years. According to Byers, "The two main On Wednesday night, Vice President drivers behind the increase are the exof Business and Finance, Scott Byers; Vice penses of salaries, benefits, to maintain President of Enrollment Services, Mike competitive salaries partly because there Frantz; and Vice President of Student have been radical jumps in healthcare Affairs, Paul Adams all spoke to Student costs--they're [health care costs] going up Government about the 2003-04 pricing 10 to 20% from what we know." The other schedule, which calls for an 8.5% increase expense, Byers explained was the financial of total University budgetary expenses from aid program. "Those two together account last year. for approximately 67% of the total budget," For students this will result in a 4.03% he said. tu ition increase that equals $724 for the Byers explained the importance of year--a $20 increase for the general univerkeeping with the consistent increase of sity fee, $10 increase for technology, and salaries, saying, "The institution is the $16 dollar increase on the recreation fee. people, so you've got to make sure that you Residence hall costs would rise $114 per attract a_nd retain the good people that you semester for apartment style housing, and have. We've got to make sure that this is $99 per semester for dorm style housing. . _ the most attractive option for them to work Meal plan costs have yet to be determined; in." however, it is expected that those costs will 1Wtion rise approximately 4.3% over this year. continued on page 7 The increase in tuition is the lowest The Beacon/Kristin Hake From left to right: Vice Presidents Scott Byers, Mike Frantz, and Paul Adams explain the 2003-04 budget with Student Government. Students Raise Concerns About Terrorisnt BY GABRIELLE LAMB and bow that coverage affectS' students' perception of personal safety. "Conflict makes great news. That helps us identify why so much conflict is in the news. So you are really looking at the extreme when you are watching the news or reading the paper," Stine said regarding the media coverage of the war. "News.is a combination of propaganda and factual . information. It is often said that news is a combination of what people need to know and what people want to know, so there is a fine line there ... For example, when FOX has a reality show and every FOX newscast in the major market covers the show and Beacon Assista11t News Editor The Beacon/Ryan Klemish ibrary Loses $65K in Journal Clearinghouse Bankruptcy BY GABELeDONNE Beacon News Editor "The Enron of Librarianship." That's how co-director Brian Sacolic described the mess that Journal Company Faxon Divine has put the E.S. Farley Library in--a mess costing the Wilkes library nearly $65,000. Faxon Divine, a Journal aggregation company, provided libraries across the country with journal subscriptions, serving more or less as a clearinghouse. In December of 2002, the company ceased purchasing journals on behalf of its clients, and shortly after filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy. According to co-director and acquisitions librarian Heidi Selecky about 85% of the approximately 820 journals to Library continued on page 5 Since the September 11 attacks, terrorism has been on the minds of many Americans, including college students. When the national security level changed from yellow to orange over a month ago, "what if?" seemed to be on everyone's lips. With this in mind, the Wilkes University Office of Student Affairs will present a three-part series of presentations and discussions regarding the possibility of a terrorist attack close to home . The first of the series, titled "How Not To Panic: Duct Tape, . Plastic and Other Alternatives," was held on Tuesday, February 25, from 11 :30 a.m. to I :00 Terrorism p.m. in the Henry Student Center Ballroom. continued on page 7 The program comes on the heels of a statement by FBI Director Robert Mueller last week, saying that college and News ........................................... 1-7 university campuses are among the possible "soft targets" for a Editorial .................................... 8-10 ·terrorist attack. Features ................................... 11-12 Part one of the program Arts & Entertainment.. ........... 13-15 featured Dr. Mark Stine, Assistant Professor of CommuSports ...................................... 16-19 nications, who spoke about the effects of the media coverage Calendar........................................ 20 of terrorism and possible war Index: �FEBRUARY 27, 2003 The Box Beacon 111 Wilkes University 192 South Franklin St. Hollenback Hall Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 E-mail: wilkesbeacon@hotniail.com Staff Public Safety Presentation Educates Residents here at Wilkes," Yencha said. In addition to policy information, other public safety issues will also be discussed. "We're also talking about the direction that the department is heading in BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor officials hope students will utilize include the Safe Ride System, which allows any student incapable of getting home under their own means to take a Posten Taxi home free of charge. _ Similarly, the campus escort service, which provides a Public . Safety escort to anyone walking on campus from dusk until dawn every night, is something that historically has not been utilized much, but that public safety officials aim to ·promote. "If you need a ride from one end of campus to the other, or a someone to walk you home, call us," Yencha said. Also, Yencha discussed the CARE Throughout February the Office of Public Safety offered a public safety seminar to university residents. The Residence Life Office required all hall members to attend'the . . General Inf<mnatioo(Safety ~$Cort Service dial 408-4567 program at some point .In ca~e of emergency dial 408-4999 during the month. · The CARE AnomymousTipline 408-CARE Matthew Yencha, Manager of Community Education, explained the nature of the program. "We're talking about the policies that affect with the services that we're going to be them the most; the alcohol policies, sexual providing to them and are providing," assault, sexual harassment, just policies Yencha said. that they may encounter during their years Current services that Public Safety an . ·,rs far Gradsl F.vtdmffflttts att)'CUI' ta••il Mm'·• fffl• Safety continued on page 5 Attention Graduating ... Students ,~o <,_.,, lli!I -''''Iii llw,... •1111, .... irticr,e;,i l'Jll>t: Oil llllHI!:< 1md . d•~t.,,- "H r,,'{l~ir-~ 'l.ililf' >tilidt'.IU l)f H1tH1,o,111Mh t.1· "'"'""'... M.. ••.. i: :,,••••r ,r;tu;Jttll fo.i,11;; .iflUoer 1:ndm1ik)11? Th~ Hi<'tl.;1 E,.U,:w!i,,f! 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Opinion Editor Amanda Darbenzio News Editor Gabe LeDonne Asst. News Editor Joseph DeAngelis Asst. News Editor Gabrielle Lamb Features Editor Bridget Giunta Asst. Features Editor Kristen Bradigan A&E Editor Jessica Skutack Asst. A&E Editor Raphael Cooper Sports Editor Kevin Sickle . Asst. Sports Editor J.J. Hanson Photo/Graphics Editor Kristin Hake Asst. Photo/Graphics Editor Mick Jenkins Online Editor Mike Burke Advertising and Business Manager Dave Grasso Faculty Advisor Andrea Breemer Frantz Background Info * Established in 1944 * Member of the Pennsylvania Newspaper Association * Printed on Thursdays, with the exception of holidays * 1,500 papers distributed weekly �FEBRUARY 27, 2003 3 NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL NeWs, Briefs· Courtesy of the A~sociated Press New WTC plan is taller than twin towers Man drives into Mardi Gras parade crowd, injuring six . n MANDEVILLE, La. (AP)--A man fleeing police in his truck aft~r a bar fight plowed through a Mardi Gras p~ade crowd, injuring six pe<Jple, before officers shot him three times, authorities said. Derrick Bramlett, 22, washospitalized and \Viii be charged with attempted murder, authorities said Tuesday. Bramlett was trying to flee from police Monday night after fighting at a bar when he drove through parade barricades and into the panic-stricken crowd, Mandeville police Sgt. Ron Ruple said. . "It was pandemonium," parade-goer Eric.Whalen sa.id. "Dads and moms were grabbing their children and ;hrowing them to the ground. Kids were running and screaming." The most serious injuries were to a man who broke his leg when he was trapped under a fallen barricade and a woman whose collarbone was broken as she was dragged beneath the truck. Two officers fired at Bramlett, hitting him once in the head and twice in the torso. He was in stable condition Tuesday and was scheduled to undergo surgery, authorities said. Police Chief Tom Buell said he supported the officers' decision to fire. "In these split-second decisions they did what they had to do," Buell said. "There could have been another 100 people hurt." CBS' Dan Rather lands an exclusive interview with Saddam Hussein NEW YORK (AP)--CBS News' Dal} Rather said hard work and luck helped him land his interview with Saddam l:Iussein thelraqi leader's first interview with a foreign television journalist in 12 years. . Television network CBS posted a report about the interview on its Web site Monday afternoon, saying Saddam has challenged President George W. Bush to a live debate on their nations' differences. It's the biggest interview "get" of the year in television news, one all the national · news organizations had been seeking. Reached by telephone in Baghdad, Rather credited his executive producer, Jim Murphy, and foreign deslc staffer Ana Ryal for their work in securing it. "It was a lot of hard work, some team play and, yes, some luck," he sai~. Rather reported on the interview Monday on the "CBS Eyening News.II But the first taped ·excerpts won't be seen until Tuesday morning. The full intervkw is to air in prime time Wednesday, on "60 Minutes II.'' Rather has interviewed Saddam once before, in 1990. ·cBS News ~!so raxiexcerpt( earlier this month from Saddam's interview with Tony Benn, a retired British law·maker · who has become a peace activist. . .··•· _ . . . .__ · · • t . · The anchorman was in Iraq on Monday, hoping to .secure the interview, and was told at 1309 GMT Monday that Saddam was ready'.f,.fter two hours spent goin]f through security, Rather and Murphy met ~~ddam. _ . ,} ,< ·• . •' I. , . Rath~r said ~~. fayt of hi~ p~fvious Sadd,1m interview,prqpably helpedllim·,s~cur~ this one. Competitor J:>eter Jenning~ ofABC News a_lso interyiewed Sadciam ip 1990, while NBC's Tom Brokaw has not. · · Jtidge order~ Staten Islari4 meinorabilia dealer to 2ay Peyton Manning ' 0 ia NEW YORK (AP)--A Staten Island sports memorabilia dealer has been ordered to . pay $105,000 to Peyfon Manning/the Indianapolis Colts quarterback, for autographing 2,500 sports items, including footballs, heJmets and jerseys. State Supreme Court Justice Alan L. Lebowitz of §taten Island saiq th~ dealer, . , Michael Bertolini, ,had admitted in . e-mails and verbal messages that he and his 'Triumph Sports Memora~ilia & ProIT1otion_s Jnc. owed Manning the IJl.Pney: . ••·· . _ , Manning,26, s_aid in papers .filed in Manhattan's State~pl?~emepoprt in !;ebru<lfy 2002 that Bertolini ~gre~ to pa{the grid star. ~ 112;500 to sign ~ario~s sports items at two memorabilia shows in 2001. ' ·· · ·· •, The court papers included March 200 l e-mail messages which quoted ~ertolini saying, "lam fully aware that I owe Peyton $112,500 and I will pay him. I am not able to pay at this time, and as soon as I can I will ... even if I can only send parts." · Bertolini's message went on to say he had not yet sold enough merchandise to pay Manning. . . . • On July 22, 2001, the lawsuit said, Bertolini sent Manning's company, Pey Dirt Inc., a check for $7,500 with the note that the money was for signing autographs and a $105,000 balance was due. Manning said that was the only check he got from Bertolini. Meanwhile, at Bertolini's request, the case was transferred in August 2002 from .Manhattan to Staten Island. NEW YORK (AP) --A complex of angular buildings and a 1,776-foot spire designed by architect Daniel Libeskind was chosen as the plan for the World Trade Center site on Wednesday, The Associated Press has learned. Libeskind's design beat the THINK team's "World Cultural Center" plan, which envisioned two 1,665-foot latticework towers straddling the footprints of the original towers. The new building is planned to be taller than the trade center towers, which briefly stood as the world's tallest at 1,350 feet. Libeskind's tower also would surpass Malaysia's 1.483-foot Petronas Twin Towers, the tallest buildings in the world. The choice was made by a committee with representatives of the Lower Manhattan Development Corporation, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, the governor and the mayor_ The committee met briefly on Wednesday afternoon and decided on the plan that was favored by Gov. George Pataki and Mayor Michael Bloomberg, according to a source close to the process. LMDC Chairman John Whitehead telephoned Libeskind with the news, the source said, telling the architect that his "vision has brought hope and inspiration to a city still recovering from a terrible tragedy." Libeskind told the chairman that being selected is "a life-changing experience," the source said. Nine proposals for redeveloping the trade center site, where nearly 2,800 people died September 11, 200 I, were unveiled December 18. The design competition was launched after an initial set of plans, released in July, was derided as boring and overstuffed with office space. Redevelopment officials were scheduled to announce the decision publicly Thursday. After the two plans were chosen as finalists earlier this month, both teams of architects were asked to revise their designs to make them more easily realized. Libeskind, whose original design called for a memorial at the • trade center foundation 70-feet below ground, reportedly changed that to 30 feet, allowing for ~ infrastructure and ae; transportation . un derneath. The LMDC was created by Pataki and former Mayor Rudolph Giuliani after September 11 to oversee the rebuiiding of the trade center site and downtown Manhattan. The Port Authority owns the site. Photos courtest of Daniel Libeskind �4 NEWS FEBRUARY 27 , 2003 Winter Weekend Adds Voter Drive to Activity List BY STEVE KEMBLE Beacon Co"espondent Last Thursday kicked off this year's Winter Weekend activities with the theme of "cartoons," as is tradition in this spirited college event. However, this year also welcomed a new tradition to the weekend's activities. In addition to holdi ng the annual canned food drive, a new a voter registration drive was added to this year's list of events.. The Henry Student Center Grand Ball room was the site of Thursday's evening acti vi ties, with nearl y 300 students participating. Selena Bednarz, Wilkes Student Government President said, "Thursday night... was a very good turn out." As students entered the ballroom that evening they deposited their canned food contribution for the food dri ve. According to Bednarz, "There was a total of 891 canned foods collected, and Team #5 , the Smurfs, donated the most canned foods out of all of the teams with a total of 186." The new voter registration dri ve didn 't fa re quite as well as the food dri ve, but sti ll managed to attract some student participation. "We had a total of 22 people register to vote with Team #7, The Flintstones, winning that contest by getting nine of their team members to register," said Bednarz. After registering to vote Megan Dando, a freshmen pharmacy major said, "I am not sure as to whether or not I will actually vote now. However, I think that having a registration contest was a good idea since most college students probably would not take the initiative to register on their own." John Boylan, a sophomore accounting major, also registered at the drive and said, "It was a good idea to have a voter registration as part of the competition, because it was very simple to do and now I don't have to be hassled to find a place to register. I'mdefinitely going to vote on the upcoming elections." In order to further encourage students to vote, a number of different organizations, including SG and the League of Women Voters will be holding voter registration initiatives throughout the rest of the semester, in hopes of "Rocking the Vote" in Wilkes-Barre. The Beacon/Kristin Hake Students line up to register to vote during Winter Weekends' voter registration drive on Thursday. JUST BECAUSE IT'S ON SALE DOESN'T MEAN YOU CAN AFFORD IT. SLC Courtyard Rumor Dispelled BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor Leaming responsible finenc.ial behftior now win keep you out of trouble In the future·. Find out how to ma.naoe debt, avoid default on \iOUr atudorrt: loan and Uv. eomfortab4y within your means at the online source for smert $tudents. mi1.'tWl!fi - The caution tape wrapped aro und a tree and light posts inside.the Stark Leam ing Center courtyard along with a substance resembling blood near the site has caused several student and faculty to wonder what happened. Chris Baily, Directorof Public Safety, explained "the tape currently in place in the middle of the SLC Courtyard is there to prevent stupents fro m walki ng under a limb which has cracked and is hanging from the large tree there." As fa r as the rumored blood substanee goes, Bail y says that something looking like bl ood was fo und in the courtyard, however, because no test have been conducted, "we're not sure what it is exaclty." Baily said. Facilities hoped to ..have the broken limb removed by the end of teh week, weather permitting. �FEBRUARY 27, 2003 NEWS 5 Saftey Continued from page 2 Line, which encourages Wilkes students to call in concerns to public safety anonymously by dialing 408-CARE (2273). New proposed services that are pending approval of Pub!~ Safety's capital projects request include a closed-caption television camera system to better monitor campus as well as several emergency call box phones that will be scattered around . campus. The presentation will also offer safety tips and suggestions for residents in the hopes that they wrll "keep them in the back of their minds so in case they are in a situation ... they'II know how to react, how to handle themselves," Yencha explained. "We're also supplying female students with personal safety devices," Yencha explained. Tbe device creates a 128-decibel sound that should "give [a student] a few extra seconds to get a way from an aggressor. Also, our public safety officers have been trained as to what they sound like, so if they hear it, they're going to react to ·it." With an attendance rate between 3540%, Yencha feels as though they've gotten a good response from students so far. "We've gotten some comments from students saying that they feel that Public Safety is starting to care about them. They feel as though their concerns are being listened to. We really haven't gotten any negative feedback, although we welcome it, because it only makes us better." April Kostick, a freshman Biology/ Predentistry major, attended one of the presentations on Wednesday night, and felt better informed to the services on campus, "I didn't know that we had that many services on campus .. .l didn't know that t_hey · cared that much." Sara Ciotoli, a senior nursing major, an RA in 321 South River Street said she has noticed a change in Public Safety's service this semester, "I do feel safer on campus, because I've dealt with security in the past and it's been a nightmare. So just dealing with them, and seeing them around is better--they're much more noticable." Public Safety officials intend to continue community education programs, both throughout the rest of the semester and in the upcoming years. "We want to do something like this program at the beginning [of the year], and then have various programs throughout the course of the semester, and into the summer for faculty and staff," Yericha said. He also noted that a similar program will be held for commuters shortly after spring break. Library Continued from page 1 The Beacon/Kristin Hake Manager of Patrol Operations, Gerald Reba, spoke with several r-esident students llast night about safety policies and services. Sex Happens Thanks to EC; Pregnancy Doesn't Maybe you got caught up in the moment. found a hole in the condom or met the man of your dreams. Whatever the reason, unprotected sex happens. Taking EC (Emergency Contraception) within 72 hours of intercourse can reduce the risk of unintended pregnancy by as much as 89 percent. EC is available at P!anned Parenthood health centers. including \Nilkes-Barre. 63 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre 570-824-8921 Also in Scranton & Hazleton, 1~800-230-PLAN www.ppnep.org; fl,· Planned ParenthoodG of Nort~ East Pennsylvania which Farley subscribes are received through Faxon Divine. "We've been using Faxon Divine for about ten years, and like many libraries, we prepay the company months in advance of when each of these journals subscriptions are set to begin because we get a substantial discount," Sacolic explained, adding that the latest payment was for over $100,000. Of that, Faxon Divine had paid for about onethird of the library's journals over all. However, Sacolic explained that since they've filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy, there is a chance of getting some of the money back, !'The Wilkes acc;ountants are following up on that as we speak." Although the bankruptcy has co~t the library a noticeable portion of its budget, Sacolic explained that "other libraries are in far worse situations because ... our library has never had the proper budget it needs for periodicals; so the fact that. they didn't give us that much money means that we didn't lose that much." Other libraries including the University ofNewYork Buffalo, the University of Wisconsin, and the Library of Congress lost money in the millions. In response to the bankruptcy, the Farley Library has ceased all dealings with Faxon Divine, and has switched to Ebsco, the same company that produces Ebsco Host. "Ebsco has the highest credit rating available. They're solely U.S. owned, and they're not for sale," Sacolic said. flowever, . even with the new service, Sacolic explained that there still may be gaps in some journal collections, "We've received the January issues of everything that we've subscribed to, and beginning in February it starts to break down. Hopefully things will pick up in March or April.... So, there well may be a gap." "What we're probably going to rely on is interlibrary loan and document delivery... if someone needs one of those issues," Sacolic added. In order to compensate for the lost money, Sacolic and Selecky discussed the library's three-part strategy. "This strategy includes procedures that we probably should have done in the past, but because of this mess with the journal bankruptcy it is forcing us to embrace these strategies." The first part of the strategy is to take some of the money from the library's book budget and put it back in our journals to make up for the lost money. As result, a fewer number of books will be ordered this year to compensate for the loss. Part two of the strategy is to remove 'double subscriptions' of sorts. As Sacolic explained, "If you've ever used Ebsco Host, you know that there are a lot of full text articles on there. ~ome of those titles that are full text... we're actually buying the print subscriptions to at the same time. And so, we're in effect paying for it twice. So we're canceling those journals that we're paying for twice ... We've saved close to $10,000 right then and there. " Part three of the strategy as Sacolic explained it, "is to work with the faculty to go over the journal titles list of those titles that we've lost, and see if they want to resubscribe to those, or if there is a better journal out there that we should subscribe to instead ... or maybe we should go with an online electronic format." The library staff will also be frequently conducting serial usage studies to determine which journals are being used, and which aren't. "One of the distressing things ·that we're pointing out to faculty is that many of these journals that we spend a great deal of money for just aren't being used. We're paying thousands of dollars for these journals ... for them not to be used is just a ludicrous situation," Sacolic said. "The bankruptcy is a troubling issue, but it's also a temporary issue because we're going to get through this. A much more longrange troubling issue is the fact that many of these journals just aren't being used." �6 NEWS Corporate Governance Highlighted in Panel Discussion BY STEVE KEMBLE Beacon Correspondent On February 24, 2003, the Wilkes University Business Division Advisory Board sponsored a panel discussion titled "Corporate Governance and Responsibility" in the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts. The discussion focused on the current state of corporate business and accounting practices. The panelists also talked about recent scandals, including Enron, WorldCom, and Adelphia, and the possibilities for preventing future ethics scandals. Elliot Weiler, Consumer Reporter for WBRE-TV Channel 28, moderated the discussion : Anthony M. Santomero, President of the Federal Reserve B_a nk of Philadelphia, was the keynote speaker for Monday night's discussion. One of the key issues he emphasized was how the state of our economy affects bad decision making. "According to a recent poll 77 % of the public believe that CEO greed and corruption caused the recent decline in the stock market. The continued success of our economic system requires the confiqence and trust of investors, employees, consumers, and the public aflarge. In short, there is much work to be doi;ie," Sarttomero said. Santomero also acknowledged proposals from various groups designed to bolster confidence in our corporate system. Santomero said, "The New York Stock Exchange recently appointed a corporate accountability and listings standard committee which has come up with a number of ways to improve corporate , government." "Good corporate governance is critical to the health of our corporate system, our financial system, and our economy," he added. "Our economy will be stronger if corporate decisions are made with confidence and integrity and if share holders and the public can appropriately assess the profitability and riskiness of corporations business activities." Santomero also raised the issue of the lasting impact the recent high-profile scandals have had on corporate America. "The crisis of confidence has been created by recent scandals that have generated a sense of uncertainty and vulnerability among investors," said Santomero. But he noted that because of the recent scandals, there has been new pressure on all of the people in charge of corporate governance. Santomero did speak directly to college students about the economy that May 2003 graduates will face as they enter the workforce. He cautioned Students to see the current downturn as temporary. "It is clear that geopolitical uncertainties have negatively effected the economy and labor market, but the economy will recover and we'll look back on this as a transition in U.S. economic history," he said. The other panelists on hand included Michael J. Mahoney, President and CEO of Commonwealth Telephone Enterprises, Inc. , who talked on several issues, including financial statement transparency, and shareholder communication. William R. Lazor, CPA/PFS, CSEP, and officer/shareholder with the CPA firm of Kronick Kalada Berdy & Co. PC. Spoke as well, focusing on pension protection. Anthony ·M. Santomero delievers his keynote address at Monday's panel discussion. The Beacon/Kristin Hake STUDENTS WELCOME Sherman Hills Apartiµents The Best Looking Affordable Apartments In Wilkes-Barre Now accepting applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments Centrally Located Public transportation Carpeting Air Conditioning On Site Social Service Coordinator Laundry Facilities 24-Hour Maintenance Service Frost Free Refrigerator Garbage Disposal Stove 300 Parkview Circle Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18702 Monday - Friday 8A.M. to 5P.M. CHECK US OUT TODAY !!!! 570-823-5124 EHO �FEBRUARY 13, 2003 NEWS 7 Terrorisnt Continued from page 1 promotes that fact that it is coming on at 8 that night--that is propaganda," he added. · Dr. Mark Sowcik, Director of Campus Counseling, offered coping strategies for dealin with the anxiety of a possible terrorist attack. "Most people are dealing with this as they would any stress. They want to be with their folks and so on," said Sowcik. "Size your vulnerabilities up. If duct tape and plastic make you feel better, then go and buy it. Life is unpredictable and uncontrollable so we need to find a cognition that works and use it." Following the heightened terrorist alert, many Americans raided hardware stores for duct tape and plastic to place over windows in case of a chemical or biological attack. In a recent study performed by CBS-New York Times, "Thirtyfive percent of the 476 adults · surveyed said they think a terrorist attack is very likely, more than double the 14 percent who thought so at the beginning of the year. Eight in 10 said an attack is at least somewhat likely, compared with six in IO who felt that way at the start of the year," according to MSNBC.com. Many of the students that attended the ·event expressed their feelings about a possible terrorist attack. Adam Hindmarsh, freshmen Electrical Engineering major thinks themselTes. They are hurting their own country. I think another terrorist attack is very likely." "I think security is too tight right now for another plane to be hijacked," said Rich Hannick, a freshmen Pre-Pharmacy major. "A drafted a letter regarding the increased terror alert last week. "Although there is no reason to believe that oui- region or campus would be a target, please know that we take the alert status seriously .and are taking the most up-to-date information and guidance on how to respond in the event of an incident," said Gilmour. Gilmour reiterated what government officials have been emphasizing to American citizens since the September 11th attacks: look for suspicious activity. "Perhaps the most important thing we all can do during this period is to be aware of our surroundings." He added, "Accordingly, the Office of Public Safety will be monitoring access to and around all University" buildings. Please carry your University identification with you at all times and obey posted parking regulations." Gilmour also·pointed out that Wilkes' faculty and staff are ready to support the student body any way possible in these uncertain times, including those . in Campus Interfaith and Campus • . Counseling. The Beacon/Kristin Hake The next in the three part series is titled, "War: The Good, Barbara King, Dean of Student Affairs, offers her opinion about terriorism at a recent discussion. Bad and Indifferent." Although terrorist attack is possible, but I another terrorist attack is very steps to assure your well-being. there are no specific dates don't think it will be as big as the possible in the United States. "It's The University has emergency available, Barbara King, AssociSeptember 11th attacks." very possible because it's hard to procedures in place, and we have ate Dean of Student Affairs, prevent something (an attack)," In an attempt to ease the been in contact with local, state hopes it will take place within the minds of the Wilkes community, said Hindmarsh. "Plus there are and federal law enforcement next two weeks. President Joseph (Tim) Grlmour some Americans that are terrorists agencies to ensure that we have Tuition Continued from page 1 Concerning the Financial Aid increase, Frantz stated that the exact allocation of that money will largely be affected by the incoming class. "The size of the freshman class, and the quality of the class will determine the amount of scholarship money that is going out. But overall I think that we're going to be spending the majority of the money on need-based aid." Beyond salary and financial aid increases, the 2003-04 budget allocates $1 million for "Capital Budget Expenses." The reason behind this investment is "so that we can fund in our operations the constant renewal, and upgrading facilities. And for whatever reason, that has not been built into prior budgets and we're starting to see the effects of that,'' Byers said. "Last year, about $300 thousand was allocated, but virtually none of that was for facilities. There are other financial needs outside of lab equipment, athletic renewal equipment. Seven hundred and fifty thousand dollars of this money is going to facilities. And we look to continue likely go toward the renovation of projects are likely to involve that over the course of the year the Stark Learning Center. "We're Evans Hall, the largest residence and the next 3-5 years so that we going to be doing a lot of planning hall on campus and some of the can keep facilities in athletic fields at competitive shape," Ralston. Proposed J:''Y04 Budget Byers explained. But plans The reason are in the works to ll~ :$: f ~ •lh~:M '4""''...... ~ ~ Ii= ~ for doing this, look at all of the Frantz explained, buildings on was to be more campus as well. ;;;:'< conscious of "Next month we're anticipated cost. going to have an "One way to budget architectural firm is to wait until the go throughout all ,,,_."""r,~ 1!;,'lf.. end of the year, and the buildings and r,; whatever you have assess the left you put back conditions of all into the physical the buildings and f:we:-':Y~,.,~ • .~ plan to renew. The lay it out. So right '""' other way is to plan now, we're just trf.tS!lif:. ~ ~ ~ l,f, J~,lJt~ ahead, and say, let's targeting these ... ~ .. f ~• - ~ set aside some ones that we know money up front for specifically need renewal so that we don't have to for the renovation of Stark .. .it's our to be done," Byers said." wait and see what we have at the largest classroom building, and it's Byers added that there is end ... We haven't done this ... in in dire need of a facelift," Byers money for other projects included such a proactive way as we think said. The project for Stark is set to in the capital section of the we should have," Frantz said. begin within the next three months budget; however, those have yet According to the cabinet with architectural work and to be determined. members, the bulk of the anticiplanning. Adams explained the pated capital project money will Other key renovation increase in the recreation fee, - •IW ~-~"""""'"'l""""' l saying that a good portion of that extra funds will go towards a fitness and wellness facility project that will replace the area in the Marts Center basement known as "Rumors." "We're putting $325 thousand into a state-of~the-art facility" Adams explained. However, he reassured that Wilkes intends to continue its membership agreement with the YMCA. The new facility should be completed by the time the fall semester commences. The proposed budget Will not be officially adopted until the Board of Trustees approves it. Byers said that he hopes to have the budget ready for Board's consideration by mid April. "I'm really happy, as happy as one can be with cost increases, that we've been able to keep it as low as we have ... and still have a balanced budget and still give faculty and staff salary increases, still maintain a pretty good pace with our financial aid," Frantz said. �8 EDITORIAL Is Jacko Really That BAD... · or· is the media after its own "Thriller?" We've seen him grow up ... from ABC to Black or White. In the 1960s, Michael Jackson was that cute, innocent little person with moves to die for, a pleasing voice, and a smile that could melt people's hearts. The media followed this phenom throughout his career building him up to be a cultural icon and giving him the title King of Pop. As the 1990s approached, Jackson had faded and entered into a twodecade slide that focused on his personal !if~, appearance, and troubles that masqueraded what went on in the rec;:ording studio. Not surprisingly, the media was also there to dethrone the King of Pop (or so they believe). They did it with another King years ago. His narne was Elvis. The media loved this sensation that rocked the households of millions. Check that. The people loved Elvis. The media were just there to get the stories that surrounded him. For the most part; those relentless stories fed off his success when things went well, demeaned the King with jokes about his weight when things weren't going so well, and eventually so invaded his personal life as to encourage a reclusiveness the public had never seen in his youthful days. The pressure was so great it eventually broke Elvis Presley completely. Now it seems that the media is striving to apply its final blows to the career, and more importantly, the life of Michael Jackson. But Michael Jackson won't break. In his most recent and publicized interview, Jac;:kson went one on one with 20/20 correspondent, Martin Bashir. Bashir found himself in a relatively unique position to portray the life of a _ pop icon who was well-known for his reclusive tendencies. The goal, of course, was to get into Jackson's mind. But what Bashir ultimately accomplished was deception and patronization of Jackson. Bashir-hell-bent on unmasking a social deviant and assumed child predator--twisted Michael Jackson's own words and attitudes to justify his story and ultimately make it an interview to remember. Jackson, who willingly took Bashir on a voyage throughout the infamous Neverland ranch, showed the side of himself he has never been afraid to show--the innocent kid that is in all of us. Whether it was riding go-carts with Bashir (who incidentally cheated, revealing his true character), climbing trees while Bashir eye-balled him with impudence, or just talking about making a difference in sick and regular children's lives, Jackson showed he indeed is living the life of Peter Pan. And let's ask, "Why not"? Michael Jackson spent his whole childhood producing under harsh scrutiny and pressure. He e _eas)_ a po~jtiqn~ in thee,ditorial are/those of+the ..J!,ilitorial/Joar(J ··,which . is· compris'"ed of Managing Editor, 4 wn, Editorial Board Chq,ir; e~pff~~ei News Editor, Features Editor, Arts E11/~~~ an1 tainment Editor, ·sp;;ts Editor, and Photo and/ Graphics Editbr grossed millions upon millions of dollars and earned every bit of it. He sacrificed his childhood for the industry and the media, and now it's as if all of that sacrifice not enough. In a society that turns to Fear Factor and Survivor for entertainment, we have become an audience of voyeurs with an insatiable lust for !he bizarre, the extreme, the ridiculous. We want more ... we want blood ... we want Michael Jackson, and we want him dead or alive. How dare Jackson spend millions in a shopping spree? How dare Michael Jackson have a good time in his own amusement park? And how dare the King of Pop help comfort a boy with cancer who has grown to love him? Michael Jackson has no need to explain his actions and beliefs. He is a serious artist and businessman who has obtained lucrative royalties and monies for his success in the music and business world. In addition, Jackson himself has gone through a lot--a debilitating disease (vitaligo) subjecting him to ridicule, a divorce, and family issues that have rocked the whole Jackson clan. He has admittedly made some questionable decisions. But how many times have we seen a mother let her child wander near a balcony at a mall? What he has done, though, has cast new light on how we live. When all we can talk or think about is sex in our culture, Jackson is worried about bringing love into people's lives. He encourages sick and needy children to come to his Neverland ranch and experience what it is to live in happiness. How many of us would truly love to be a kid again? How many of us have just wanted to hop on an amusement park ride with no inhibitions or reservations? The fact is that we can't · or don't have the financial inclinations to do so. So we chastise him, call him strange, and disturbing. Bashir's desire to push at the issues of sex is reflective of the kind of pandering he did to win his audience over. Bashir's questions insinuated much-when he sleeps with children he doesn't "sleep" with them. Bashir aimed to confirm "allegations" and influence a public that Jackson is the monster the other media were trying to make him out to be. The only thing Jackson is guilty of is trusting the media that serves a society hungry for controversy and a twisted story. All he can be is himself, the man who still believes in the finer things of being youthful. The fact that he hasn't _ changed shows he is stable and will not yield to the media and how he should conduct his life .• The media has influenced the demise of many stars ever since gossip became a job description for many so-called "news" outlets, but this time it seems they're not going to break this King. The media appears to want a piece of Michael Jackson, his mind, and his life. But wtiat they can't take away are his accomplishments, his public service, the music world, and all those who have been touched by Jackson's work. FEBRUARY 27, 2003 Energ·y Powers Drive for War butt so that someday they can possibly be accepted into the Union. _BY J.J. HA~SON Beacon Assistant Sports Editor With war looming~ Iraqit ,is hard notJo believe that the · · United States is not somewhat ~otivated by its attraction to and need for oil. Some anti-war protestets go so far as to say that it is the pr,-imary reason the.United States wishes to engage. in war. This brings about an interesting question: why are countries willing to go to war over energy issues, b·ut not over other environmental concerns? The answer is in my mind simple. For Americans there is a great advantage in going to war for oil. Currently the production level of the Iraqi oil fields is at an extremely low level with the United States receiving little of the reduced output. If we can liberate Iraq, there~y releasing the oil field from years of torment and confinement, we will have a chance to make the world a safer place for oil. The US economy is an oilbased ecdnomy. If the price of oil goes up, economic output goes down. Energy for many sectors of both heavy and light industry .is produced through the burning of fossil fuels; therefore, to keep this industrial giant going the United States must pursue policies that can achieve affordable energy. Do we think that it is mere coincidence that the countries· allied against us are also the ones that benefit from oil deals with Iraq? lfyou ask me, the whole thing is dirty p90L It is a gansat~ Jan tic power struggle. The French want tq strengthen the economic ,capacity of the European UrtiQn, ' and diminish the amount of influence the United States has in the inte~ational community, thus restoring the grandeur of France. The Gennans simply don't like war, and who can blame them? And the Russians want to kiss'the EU's . The current administration must acquire more fossi!Juels or the United States' economy' will continue to plummet. If the economy plummets, then American citizens will continue to go out of work. If American citizens are out of work, then Dubya won't be reelected. And that, my friends, is not something that the Republicans are "prepared to let happen. ., The other environmental issues are not major issues because they do not have immediate and evident social or economical impacts. Smog over LA doesn't affect the price of tea in China. But other environmental issues can become major problems in third world countries that have less developed agricultural systems. In less developed countries the role that oil plays in the US is the same as the role that agricultural products play in their country. Therefore, they would be more willing to go to war over environmental issues that effect agricultural output and would be less concerned with energy issues. I do not believe that countries are more willing to go to war over energy issues. I think that industrialized countries are willing to go to war over energy because they need cheap energy to maintain their standard of living. On the other side, the third world is willing to go to war over environmental issues that effect their quality of life. If the American public wants to live in a society where there is cheap gasoline for SUVs, and continue to enjoy such a high rate of employinent, then they should. be prepared to support the way in which tfur leaders maintain such things. �FEBRUARY 27, 2003 EDITORIAL 9 The Parental Journey:a.k.a. ''Welcoine to Holland'' BY DR. KRISTIN BEWICK Assistant Professor ofEducation I spent a few minutes recently in a faculty lounge of a local high school, listening to two teachers complaining about the over-zealousness of a parent whose child participates in special education. It provided me with a glimpse of an age-old <;onflict between parents and teachers, a conflict which underseores a perennial search for tolerance and patience with the child often at the core of misunderstanding. I began to query: What does a college graduate, preparing for a future in the field of teaching, really need to make a contribution to the world? It is likely we would agree that teachers need skills, proficiencies, and aptitudes, right? Okay, partially right, but what else? Do they also need compas-· sion and empathy for the human experience, and can these qualities be taught? Federal and state education laws are actually mandating collaboration between parerits and teachers. However, an "it's the law" mentality simply isn't enough in the real world of the parentteacher phenomenon. In my Teaching Special Needs course at • Wilkes, I try to help our future teachers develop an awareness of the parental experience, particularly the parents of children with special needs. I try to enlighten students about the emotional trauma felt by parents who discover their offspring is not "following the norm," a child who may be disabled mentally or physically. Studies conducted since 1'984 with parent support groups, suggest patterns of mourning and grief characterized by shock, denial, disbelief, anger, guilt, and shame, each paving an arduous path towards eventual acceptance of the child and the circumstances. Teachers who recognize this parental journey will be better able to communicate effectively with parents, and can ultimately be a TEACHER in the truest sense, preserving the dignity of the child and embracing_the parent as partner. The essence and spirit of this journey is captured poignantly in the following parable, titled "'Wei- · come to Holland': The Experience of Raising a Special Needs Child," by Emily Perl Kingsley. Read on and enjoy the trip: I am often asked to describe the experience of raising a child with a disability--to try to help people who have not shared that unique experience to understand it, to imagine how it would feel. It's like this ... When you're going to have a baby, it's like planning a fabulous vacation trip to Italy. You buy a bunch of guide books and make your wonderful plans. The Coliseum. The Michelangelo David. The gondolas in Venice. You may learn some handy phrases in Italian. It's all very exciting. After months of eager anticipation, the day finally arrives. You pack your bags and off you go. Several hours later, the plane lands. The stewardess comes in and. says, "Welcome to Holland." "Holland?!?" you say. "What do you mean Holland?? I signed up for Italy! I'm supposed to be in Italy. All my life I've dreamed of going to Italy." But there's been a change in the flight plan. They've landed in Holland and there you must stay. The important thing is that they haven't taken you to a horrible, disgusting, filthy place, full of pestilence, famine and disease. It's just a different place. So you must go out and buy new guide books. And you must learn a whole new language. And you will meet a whole new group of people you would never have met. It's just a different place. It's slower-paced than Italy, less flashy than Italy. But after you've been there for a while and you catch your breath, you look around ... and you begin to notice that Holland has windmills ... and Holland has tulips. Holland even has Rembrandts. But everyone you know is busy coming and going from Italy... and they're all bragging about what a wonderful time they had there. And for the rest of your life, you will say "Yes, that's where I was supposed to go. That's what I had ·planned." And the pain of that will never, ever, ever, ever go away... because the loss of that dream is a very very significant loss. But... if you spend your life mourning the fact that you didn't get to Italy, you may never be free to enjoy the very special, the very lovely things ... about Holland. Letter to the Editor Dear Students: Few of us have escaped the news of war and terrorism that has been communicated in the media over the past week. Federal officials have raised the threat condition from "yellow" to "orange" status prompting all of us to be more concerned about the possibility of a terrorist incident. Although there is no reason to believe that our region or campus would be a target, please know that we take the alert status seriously and are taking steps to assure your well-being. The University has emergency procedures in place, and we have been in contact with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to ensure that we have the most up-to-date information and guidance on how to respond in the event of an incident. Perhaps the most important thing we all can do during this period is to be aware of our surroundings. The heightened state of alert is not intended to raise our fear, but to increase our vigilance. Accordingly, the Office of Public Safety will be monitoring access to and around all University buildings. Please carry your University identification with you at all times and obey posted parking regulations. The University will prepare and release additional information regarding emergency planning via the website later this week. Visit www.wilkes.edu/ for the latest information and links to additional resources. I also want to remind you of the assistance available to you individually and encourage you to take advantage of it if needed. Please do not h_esitate to speak with faculty., Student Affairs staff, Campus Interfaith or Campus Counseling, if heightened levels o( stress or anxiety are making it difficult for you to focus on your studies. Most important, please continue to go about your day-today activities as normal, and to exhibit the warmth and caring that is characteristic of the Wilkes community. Together we will prevail in these extraordinary tim_es. Sincerely, Joseph E. (Tim) Gilmour Wilkes University President Feel like you've got something to say? Here's your chance to express your opinions. Whether it's about Wilkes University, the city of Wilkes-Barre, or the nation, here's your opportunity. Write a letter to the editor, and let the community know how you feel. The Beacon does reserve the right to edit or not print any article submitted due to space constraints. However, letters to the editor are a welcome addition. All letter can be sent to Dennis Ferenchick at dff99@aol.com or to wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com Hu:q.gry fo·r some EPizza? T~e newest thing for pizza companies is ... ordering pizza online. Now while your checking your e-mail arid typing your paper, you can order a pizza too. Pizza chains like Papa John's, Pizza Hut, and Domino's are now.~ffering their customers the opportunity to place their pizza 0~4ers online. After registering/you can ·proceed with ordering what kind of pizza you would like. Altho\lgh the process is a little more time consuming than calli~g and placing ~.our order, it is convenient. To order piZz¥ o,nline go to www:l?apajohns.com, www:pizzahuf.com,, . ·+' or,wwW;,9,9.tI!,!nos.quikorder.com . ., -.-; ,-,-:, -x- �FEBRUARY 13, 2003 10 F Wilkes Winter Weekend 2003 Theme: Cartoons Teams Participating: 16 Results: 1st Place - Smurfs 2nd Place - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 3rd - SpongeBob Squarepants J 1-1 p (l Top: 2003 Winter Weekend Champions, the Smurfs, pose for a picture after the volleyball competition . Upper left: Students enjoy a limbo competition last Thursday evening . Upper right: Team SpongeBob gets the crowd excited with their live chant in the Marts Center on Friday night. Left: Team Builder Bob Inspects Her Gadget cheers their teammates on at the volleyball game. The Beacon/Kristin Hake �FEBRUARY 27, 2003 FEATURES 11 Starving for Attention: Wilkes _Addresses Eating Disorders Week BY ELVIRA ILLIANO Beacon Staff Writer ilkes Shbttle Drivers Jim Pyrah Hometown: Wilkes-Barre, PA Position: Shuttle Bus Driver Q) What is in your CD player right now? A) John Denver's Greatest Hits Q) What is your favorite thing about Wilkes? A) The students and the people Q) What is your favorite hobby? A) Playing on the internet Q) What do you like most about your job? _ A) Going around in circles. "When in trouble, when in doubt, drive in circles, scream and shout." Q) What do you plan to do over break? A) Rest and recuperate Donald Carey Hometown: West Pittston, PA Position: Shuttle Bus Drivw Q) What is in your CD player right now? A) Gene Krupa, Jackie Gleason, and · Roger Whittaker Q) What is your favorite'thing about Wilkes? A) The students are wonderful and so is the faculty. Q) What is your favorite hobby? A)Golf Q) What do you like most about your job? A) It's nice and relaxed, no pressure. Q) What do you plan to do over break? A) Nothing The Beacon/Ryan Klemish Doc Martens at Wilkes < Doc Martens Shoe Sales made a stop at Wilkes on Tuesday, giving the students a chance to purchase new and trendy footware for the spring. Today, 70 million individuals worldwide are fighting a deep, obscure battle against a lifethreatening enemy: eating disorders. National Eating Disorders Awareness Week will be celebrated February 23 through March 2. In light of this event, Wilkes University's Student Counseling Center will have an informational stand in the Student Union Lobby for those seeking help in battling an eating disorder. "In previous years, the Wilkes University Student Counseling Center had participated in a National Eating Disorders Screening Day," said Dr. Mark K. So;,cik, Wilkes University's Campus Counseling and Psychological Testing Director. Poor attendance at awareness events caused by the secretiveness of eating disorders pushed Wilkes University to take a different approach'to this event. "We thought a better way to approach this event would be to have informational material available in the student union lobby with a screening questionnaire to be taken. If a student wants to talk to somebody, there will be help available," Sowcik said. According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, also known as ANAD, seven million women and one million men are afflicted with an eating disorder. Of these numbers, 91 percent of women will develop an eating disorder during college years while 40 percent of male college athletes will develop a binge eating disorder throughout time. What pushes women and men to harm themselves through starvation and binge eating is not exactly known. As Diane O'Brien, Director of Health Services at Wilkes University explained, "I think a lot ofit is an image problem: media signals that to be worth anything, you must be small." Dr. Sowcik reinforced this idea by indicating that "eating disorders can be caused by control issues and closely linked to depression," Indicative factors of eating disorders include obsession with physical appearance and fixation with food. "Concentration and focus on food intake really gets to be a chore to carry on during the day and has an obsessive quality to it. Increasingly, caloric intake dieting and exercise. According fo the National Institution of Mental Health, also known as NIMH, individuals battling anorexia are striving for perfection and set very high standards for themselves. Bulimia nervosa, commonly known as bulimia, mostly develops in college athletes such as football players, wrestlers, and runners. Bulimics will binge eat and then purge their food as a way of ridding the body of caloric intake. Although they often maintain a normal weight and te ~ating Disorders A,vareness \.\leek February 23 - ~4arch 3, 2003 and how much exercise is needed to offset the amount of calories consumed will eat up more and more time," Dr. Sowcik added. The most common types of eating disorders, as stated by ANAD, are anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder, also known as compulsive overeating. Anorexia nervosa is characterized by significant weight loss caused by excessive appear to society as healthy, successful individuals, "they are usually people that do not feel secure," indicated the eating disorder foundation known as Mirror-Mirror. Binge eating is characterized by uncontrollable eating and severe and constant weight gain. Food becomes the means by Eating continued on page 12 �12 FEBRUARY 27, 2003 FEATURES WEBS Progra01 Draws Girls to Science Wyoming Seminary girls experiment with hands-on learning excited about science through this program." Chapman was asked to direct WEBS by Dr. Michael Steele, chairperson for biology, chemistry and health sciences and biology professor. Also involved in the program are Dr. Lester Turoczi, director of health science projects and biology professor and Ms. Carol Turner, 5th grade science teacher and former science department chair at Wyoming Seminary in Kingston. According to Turner, the eighteen girls who chose to become involved have been more confident in the classroom due to the WEBS program. They volunteer more and venture to guess more often than before. "Girls are more textbook oriented," says Turner. "This program has given them the opportunity to work hands-on and learn from new experiences." Turner believes that more girls would be willing to become involved, but are simply too busy. Although male students at Wyoming Seminary are extremely jealous, she hopes to continue the program, which ends in May. She explained, "Boys have a natural curiosity in science, and girls don't BY MONICA CARDENAS Beacon Staff Writer It all began with a summer program that left one young scientist fascinated. She wanted more ... and that's just what she got. Women Empowered By Science, a.k.a. WEBS, is a program that began in January that invites 5th and 6th grade girls from Wyoming Seminary Lower School to learn more abou~ science through hands-on experiments and introductions to a variety of areas in the scientific arena. The girls are shuttled to Wilkes University on the last Tuesday of. every month throughout the spring semester and work directly with Wilkes science faculty to learn about biology, chemistry, pharmacy, geoenvironmental sciences, to name just a few areas. Why just girls? According to Debra Chapman, Biology instructor and director of WEBS, "It has been shown that girls love science and math up through 5th and 6th grade. Then something happens. They lose interest. Vfe don't know what it is that happens, but we're hoping to keep girls tend to have that [at this age]." In order to keep the monthly visits fun, Chapman says that the girls are sent information regarding the upcoming project about a week in advance. This way, they have time to think about the project and come to Wilkes prepared for hands-on learning. Also sent to the girls are questions to answer and think about, some concerning women in science. This method prepares the girls for the projects and helps them learn about successful female scientists. "When they get here, it's fun and we keep them interested," said Chapman. February's projects included a lesson in comparative anatomy and another entitled "A little bit of sugar makes the medicine go down." In the latter experiment, the girls created lollipops and gummy hearts similar to those designed to soothe sore throats. The experiment was not unlike what pharmaceutical companies do to create appealing, non-medicinal tastes for children. According to Dr. Art Kibbe, · director of this particular project and chairperson of pharmaceutical sciences, the participants got to make everything, but would leave tne drug itself out. In the lab, the girls learn how to use tools correctly and actively participate in producing the candy. They work together excitedly with the help of student volunteers. "We're making lozenges--without the drugs!" laughed Caroline Kibbe, 5th grade. The girls giggled and reached for "strings of sugar" as Dr. Kibbe stretched them from a beaker. While ifs apparent that the girls are having a good time with the projects and are becoming more confident at school, it is Chapman's hope for the girls to realize that women can be scientists, too. "I think it is important for women to realize that science is something they should entertain. There are a vast number of women who have been very successful." Turner agrees. "We want the girls to keep an interest through college and even into their careers." It's hard to say whether the girls participating in WEBS will study science as adults, but it has certainly attracted their interest. In the words of 5th grade Kelsey Grossman, "Mmmm, this is good." • ter>Months i requITes fuore intensive treatment such as cpunseling, medication or phototherapy. Liza Cardamone, freshman · r . Feelfng depressed during the winter · communication studies major, canfefate to months is iiot uncommon. Even simple depression experienced during winter tasks, sucti as getting oufof bed in the months. Cardamone commented, "I feel morning c!n seem difficult when the only tired all of the time, and I sleep a lot more in thing to lopk forward to is waking up to a the winter than I do in the summer. I hate dark, drea~, cold, and sunless day. going to night class when the sun is not Spasonal Affective Disorder, also out at five o'clock." known as fAD, may be the hidderi cause Monica Cardenas, Junior English for many 9ndiagnosed depressions that . major added, "I hate the fact that it gets occur duri~g the late fall and winter months. dark so early. You d~m't feel like doing The victims of SAD can be anyone; it anything.. .it feels like the day is wasted." strikes both men and women, though not in The following questions taken equal proportions, and has been diagnosed from www.funeraldirectory.com/sad.html across all ages and races. However SAJ? is may help determine whether or not medical most frequently identified in people ranging attent}on is necessarY: Any questi9ns that in age from the earl)' 20s to 40s., J'he are answere.d yes can:indicate a problem is disease is diagnosed in.women far more present . often than men, generally a ratio of 4: J. ! Do yot1 generally feel depressed, 1ccordingto a natiol}~l ~eb site under a malaise.o f no obvious cause? for depression, W\Vw.urnicll.e · · .· "you th.n.ne.cr~,toe~t.m8~ c.depressi()n.sad.h~J:1]11!SeaS. Disorder, (SAD), isacyclica type o depression usuallyeJf:perienc~d · and winter mon~s, a.nd it app strong connection to)nsuft'icieµ days ~horten al}d ~~~rnefl()~4! and winter, many eeorile < . increase in SAD symptotn§ Winter blues . sli.ou confused with SAD} ~e diffflrf:n winter blu~s can us~lly b~ cu~~cl' increasedamounts of]ight, o;)ncre~e physical activity. On the other hand: S . BY GINGF..n ESLICK Beacon Cofespondent I Jee! ~f a done, e;erci~e and. p~fa11ced diet is highly recommended t9 get the healthy tra.ck. Light supplements can•be used to aid in,• curing the depression. Medication. and or counseling might also be required. The disease does not afflict only a Eating pri few'people. According to the SAD web site/ "The public and medical community gen~r~Jly accept that SAD exists and one estiipate puts as many as 6% of Americans into the'category ofthose affected into the category of SAD sufferers." Continued from page 11 which block out everyday emotional conflicts and becomes a double-edged sword. The more binge eaters consume, the more powerless and guilty they feel. Eating disorders, as explained by the ANAD, can cause physical and emotional complications ranging from constipation and diarrhea to kidney damage and depression. Most importantly, though, eating disorders can cause cardiac arrest and death. Treatments to help fight eating disorders are psychotherapy, nutrition counseling, behavior modification, and selfhelp groups. "It's not an easily solved problem but the sooner you seek help, the sooner you can get involved in therapy and support groups. In other words, the quicker the better," indicated O'Brien. Total cure is not guaranteed, but as statistics from the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders have shown, "Fifty percent [of individuals afflicted with eating disorders] report being cured." Statistics, however, have also shown that an estimated six percent of serious cases of eating disorders will die. To decrease this number and hopefully vanquish it, individuals afflicted by or who have an acquaintance with an individual battling an eating disorder must seek immediate help. "Act on your suspicion and follow your instincts," saiq))r. Sowcik. To learn more about eating disorders, to seek help in battling an eating disorder check out the Student Union Center for informational material, call Dr. Sowcik at extension 4732 or contact Health Services at extension 4730. Fl �13 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FEBRUARY 27, 2003 ;.·'.• '.• ·. . .·. . '.·····i ···.. ,.· . . .:,~'':. . -· : ·<,i:-:,<,:• . , . 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Recently, he granted The Beacon an jnterview that offered insight into what drives him as a musician and as a teacher. What have you taught? I have taught composition, music theory, counterpoint, orchestration, analysis, and special studies in the works of individual composers (particularly Bartok). What are your credentials? They are a BA, at UCLA; MA, at Mills College; DMA, at College-Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati. What is the one thing you are most proud of? Three things: my integrity as a composer, my commitment to my students, and my career at Rice University. - B Be I don't know about you, but this dreary, winter weather has got to go. I am sick of the frigid .temperatures, biustery winds, and the terrible driving condiBY MELISSA GALLUP tions. Plus, with spri_n g break just around the comer, I Beacon StdJJ Writer have a terrible case of spring fever. During the spring and summer months, my friends, family, and.I are constantly outside grilling our dinners, so the perfect warm-weather meal for me comes straight off of the grill. If you feel the same way about the dreadful winter season, and want to warm up a little, then bring the grilling indoors for a little taste of fun and more importantly, a taste of the warin weather that will hopefully arrive soon. Burger of the Gods Recipe courtesy of Alton Brown 8 ounces chuck, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes 8 ounces sirloin, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt In separate batches, pulse the chuck and the sirloin in a food processor ten times. Combine the chuck, sirloin, and kosher salt in a large bowl. Form the meat into fiveounce patties. Heat a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat for two to three minutes. Place the hamburger patties in the pan. For medium-rare burgers, cook the patties for four mirrutes on each side. For medium burgers, cook the patties for five minutes on each side. Flip the burgers only once during cooking . . Veggie Burger Recipe Courtesy of Cathy Lowe 3 tablespoons olive oil The Beacon/Kristin Hake The following Q & A outlines in Milburn's own words what brought him to Wilkes. Is there something specific that pushed you to choose Wilkes University? What p~shed you to music and teaching? From age six I studied piano. By the I'm a part-time faculty member for this semester only. Actually, I chose to take early retirement from Rice University in 1999 to move to this area to focus on composition, and perhaps more importantly to marry Ellen Flint, who is Associate Professor of Music in the Department of Visual and Performing Arts. My position at Wilkes is somewhat serendipitous. A course in composition and orchestration needed to be taught. I was capable of teaching it. Dr. Terry Zipay knew of my reputation and admires my music. I was already here, living in Hunlock Creek, and interested teaching such a course. I'm delighted with the quality bf the students in my class. time I was a senior in high school I knew that I wanted to pursue music as a career. Initially, I was interested in jazz, and throughout my late high school and early college years I played with bands as a way to pay my way·through college. After graduating from UCLA I worked for several theater groups in Los Angeles, and moved to San Francisco in 1963 to become.the Music Director for The Committee, an improvisational, politically and socially satirical theater company. I worked there for five years, while going to graduate school. In 1968 I decided to pursue further graduate work in composition, and received the DMA in composition from the CollegeConservatory of Music, University of , Cincinnati, in 1970. Teaching was the logical extension of my graduate study. I felt that I had done all I could with performance, and needed to concentrate on teaching and composition. I have always loved communication about music, and teaching was the best way of communicating my love of the art. Choosing one aspect only, what would you say is the best part of this small university? I don't know Wilkes University well enough to comment. What are your goals and aspirations in life? To do what I am doing now, compose and work with performers. H you had to list one thing that you hope your students would geffrom you and your class, what would it be? It would be inspiration and commit- How long have you been teaching? Not counting this year, about 30 years. Where have you had the opportunity to teach at before? I have taught at the University of Cincinnati, 1970-1975 and Rice University, 1975-1999. ment. Finally, is there one firm belief that you live by? 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' '. •.• ' . .,F . ,, AJtematively, roast potatoes in a450 degree qven: Arrange half of oiled potatoes, lightly overlapping, in two large shallow baking pans and roast in upper and lower thirds of oven, turning them occasionally, until golden and tender, about I 5 minutes. Roast remaining potatoes in the same manner. �FEBRUARY 27, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 15 Guys and Dolls Offers Solid Individual Performances BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor The Wilkes University's players presented their third full-scale production of the academic year, Frank ~esser's musical comedy, Guys and Dolls. Based on the book by Abe Burrows and Jo Swerling entitled, The Idyll of Miss Sarah Brown, the story of Guys and Dolls stems from the complexities caused by a bet placed between Nathan Detroit (played by · senior Kyle Masteller) a New York crap game organizer, and Sky Masterson (played by junior Alexander W.P. kashatus), a successful gambler who thrives on odd bets. Detroit bets Masterson that he can't convince the next woman he meets to come with him to Cuba. The story really takes off when that woman turns out to be Sarah Brown (sophomore Meghann E. Babo), a religious social worker who marches through the streets of the city, trying to save the sinning public. In the Wilkes production, the strongest aspect of the performance is clearly the vocal talents of the main Become a Lifesaver/ Donate Plasma that Is needed for mflllons of people each year ... IBPI .. Interstate Blood & Plasma, Inc. 41 S. Main St Wilkes Barre, PA It's Safe and Convenient Donate Todayll1111 H~lp ~~CJV~ Lives! Donate ·Plasma· a23·- ,.1·.19•.·.· characters. Babo delivered an operatic performance in song, while Masteller and junior Tiffany Smith (who plays Detroit's love interest, Miss Adelaide) give wonderful dialectic voice to their songs. Another incredibly entertaining facet of the show were the humorous antics (borderline slapstick) of the pinstripe trio Nicely-Nice Johnson (sophomore Benjamin S. Ptaschinsky), Benny Southstreet (senior Dale R. Heller), and Songbird Charlie (senior Nicholas Pierce). The acting performances were well done overall, although some minor characters such as Lt. Brannigan (sophomore Robert James Stowe), Arvide Abernathy (senior Phoenix Blue) and Big Jule (junior Jennifer Zubernick) seemed to lack character depth, which is mainly attributed to the primarily superficial purpose of the characters in the play itself. But this was a minor qualm within the production. The larger trouble in the production seemed to be a lack of cohesion between characters. While Smith and Masteller individually give impressive performances, they have a tough time conveying a believable relationship on the rocks. Similarly, while Kashatus and Babo are convincing in their respective characters, the audience doesn't get a clear feeling of a blossoming relationship. Beyond the main characters though, the entire cast seemed to be performing for themselves-for their own characters, rather than for the ense(l1ble. Despite this, )Jowever, the musical was very much entertaining on the whole, with a_classic musical theater set, classic musical numbers such as "Luck be a Lady" and "Adelaide's Lament." The costumes and orchestra were high energy, keeping the audience's attention. And audience members could not help but be impressed by the phenomenal ballet dual between Raphael Cooper and Peter Mario Baldo as Slick Dick and Joey Biltmore respectively. Their athleticism and the choreography literally kept audience members riveted. So although the production was by no means flawless, it sure as hell beat a night watching Joe Millionaire. r-------------------------------------~ I I I I I I I I EARN AN EXTRA Bring this coupon in todaylll I I I I I I ~-------------------------------------~ We are looking for a Nanny for our nine year old girl for after school and some weekends. We would prefer to have you live in our home at Harvey's Lake, but would consider live out. Please respond with your qualifications to lynnb@twinstacks.com. .'· \. �SPORTS 16 FEBRUARY 27, 2003 Wilkes Places Third at Conference Championships Harris and Fleisher Advance to NCAA Tournament BY WILLMIDGETI Beacon Staff Writer The Wilkes wrestling team traveled down the road to King's College on Friday and Saturday for the MAC Championships. With tough wrestling across the board and a couple of upsets, the Colonels finished third overall with 119 total team points and will be sending two wrestlers to Nationals. Delaware Valley took the tournament with 148.5 team points and Lycoming placed second with 127 points. Sophomore Rex Harris and senior Cory Fleisher both won their respective weight classes, Harris at I 74 and Fleisher at 285, and will represent Wilkes at the national level. Harris' impressive showing on the mats won him the Outstanding Wrestler Award for the tournament. In the first round, Harris scored a I 5-3 major decision over Lycoming's Matt Bruce before pinning Albright's Tariq Edwards in 3:58 in the quarterfinals. In the fi nal round, Harris met his conference rival Josh Housekeeper of Delaware Valley., Housekeeper entered the match ranked second in the nation in Division III. It was supposed to be a close match, but Harris upset Housekeeper by a score of 10-3. "Everybody is a challenge," said Harris. "You just have to know how to wrestle people." Fleisher defended his MAC title from last year with a clos-e 4-2 decision over King's Tegan McKee. In the opening round, he pinned Scranton's Vince Realmuto in I :04. In the semi-finals he quickly dismantled Delaware Valley's Wayne Helms in an even faster time of I :00. With two pins in a total time of 2:04, Fleisher won the tournament award for · most falls in the quickest time. Fleisher will be making his second appearance at the NCAA Championships and he is currently ranked eighth in Division III. Junior Jon Neyerlin ( I 84) was the only Wilkes wrestler to finish in second place. Neyerlin won an 8-0 major decision in the first round over Albright's Sean Sullivan and then pinned Elizabethtown's Eric Guise in I :57 in the semi-finals. In the fi nals he faced Lycoming's Jeff Tierney but wasn't able to advance when he lost in a very close 4-3 decision. Captain Jed Stamer entered the tournament unseeded and fought his way to a third place finish with a 4-2 decision over Lycoming's second seeded Sean_ Reese. After losing his opening match 7-0, Stamer won two more matches to be able to reach the consolation finals. Wilkes had three grapplers place fourth in the championship tourney: junior Jeremy Mayer (125), sophomore John Muscarella (133), and freshman Eric Bleich ( 197). Both Mayer and Bleich suffered opening round losses, but were able to wrestle back to the consolation finals. Muscarella made it to the semifinals after a first round bye, but was pinned by B.J. Wise of Del Val in 4:32. Courtesy of sports information Rex Harris looks to turn over an opponent in a recent match. "The guys did a great job," said head coach Alan Zellner. "We wanted to win three titles but Neyerlin lost on a riding point, which was disappointing." This year the Division III National Championships will be held at Ohio Northern ·-University next Friday and Saturday. Last year, Fleisher lost in the opening round of Nationals to the third-ranked heavyweight in the country, and is looking to improve this year. For Harris, however, the experience of wrestling at Nationals will be a totally new experienr:e. "It'H be a disadvantage, " said Zellner. "But it shouldn't be a problem." Harris was ranked eighth in Division III earlier in the season at 174, and is now regarded as one of the best wrestlers in the country. "I'm not satisfied yet. The MAC Championships was just one of my goals," explained Harris. "My next goal is to get to the National finals with a chance to win it." Scranton Spoils Colonels Shot at Playoff Bid Freedom Conference playoff berth, but a loss from their arch-rival King's College as well. Entering into Saturday's regularUnfortunately for the Colonels, season finale, the Wilkes men's basketball they got neither. team not only needed a win to earn a Senior Dan Loftus and Derek Elphick each poured in a gamehigh I 9 points, and sophomore Brian O'Donnell added 16 to lead the Scranton University Royals to an 82-77-overtime victory over Wilkes University at the Marts Center. With the victory, and a Lycoming College loss, the Royals (20-5 overall, I 1-3 in conference) advanced to the Freedom Conference playoffs as the number one seed. Junior Mike Morgan also scored a game-high 19 points, while junior Dave Plisko and senior Bob Calarco added 16 and 15 points respectively for the Colonels (17-7 overall, 8-6 in conference) who failed to reach the playoffs for the first time in ten years. The Beacon/Kristin Hake Bob Calarco looks to drive the lane during last weekend's game. BY DENNIS FERENCHICK Beacon Editorial Board Chair King's College, which defeated FDU Florham 74-48 on Saturday, wrapped up the fourth and final seed of the conference tournament. Wilkes and Scranton were neck and neck throughout the first 40 minutes, with neither team able to pull away. The Colonels' biggest lead during the contest was six points, while the Royals held no more than a fi ve-point advantage at any time. Trailing 73-72 with eight seconds remaining in the game, Wilkes had the opportunity to win in regulation when Plisko was fouled. However, the Hanover Area high school graduate converted only one of two free throw attempts to tie the score. In the extra period, Scranton would not be denied. Sophomore Ryan Rogan tallied 5 points, including a huge threepointer, and the Royals outscored the Colonels 9-4 to earn the victory. Spring ·sreak 2003 Cancun, Acapulco, ·ffamaica, Bahamas and Florida. Groups save up to $120 per room! STS @ 1-800-648-4849 www.ststravel.com �SPORTS FEBRUARY 27 , 2003 17 Zellner Resigns as Wilkes Wrestling Coach . Will Become University's Director of Diversity Courtesy of Sports Information Wilkes University has announced that Alan Zell ner will step down as head wrestlin coach at the conclusion of th is season to become the University's new Director of Diversity. Jon Laudenslager, a forme r Wilkes wrestler who has been an assistant coach for the Colonels during the past three seasons, will assume the head coaching duties on an interim basi s. Zellner will work with Laudenslager to ease the transition. "When I took the head coaching job, I figured that it would be for five or six years," said Zellner. "My goal was to help re-establish Wilkes at the Division III level, and I think that we have been able to do that. We have a solid recruiting base to work from and have been able to compete against some of the top Division III teams in the country." As the Director of Diversity, Zellner will be responsible for coordinating recruitment and retention of minority students and assisting in the development of diversity-related academic offerings. coaching duties at Wilkes "This new position reflects prior to the 1995 camour commitment to developing a multicultural campus environment paign. During his first for the benefit of all students four years as the head regardless of background," said coach, the Colonels Wilkes University Provost competed at the Division I Maravene Loeschke. level as members of the "Through hi s service to so Eastern Intercollegiate many community organizations, Al Wrestling Association (EIWA). In hi s first has cha!J1pioned the cause of di versity for years. We are season, Zellner had three delighted that he will now lead our wrestlers earn AII-EIWA efforts at Wilkes," she added. honors. Included among Zellner has been at the helm the group was of the Wilkes wrestling program Laudenslager, who was for the past nine seasons, after • the EIWA Rookie of the serving as an assistant coach with ·Year that same season. the Colonels for 16 years. Prior to In 1999, Wilkes coaching at Wilkes, he was the returned to the Division III ranks. Zellner has led head wrestling coach at the Colonels to an overall Williamsport High School in New record of 92 wins and I 05 Jersey for three seasons. Zellner also served as the head wrestling losses, including a 64-45 Allan Zellner, who has been a staple in the mark since their return to coach at Kutztown University last 25 years, stepped down last week. from 1984 to 1989. Division III. In 2000, field after winning the MAC A 1972 graduate of Wilkes, Zellner helped former Wilkes heavyweight crown. (Editor's Zellner was a standout wrestler for wrestler John Conte capture the Note: On March 7 and 8, Fleisher MAC title at 133 pounds. That the Colonels, capturing three will again wrestle in the Division Middle Atlantic Conference same year, Conte earned AllIII championships, along with (MAC) individual titles. During America honors after finishing sophomore Rex Harris, on the his senior season, he earned Allfourth at the NCAA Division III campus of Ohio Northern Univerchampionships. Last season, American honors after finishing sity.) junior Cory Fleisher became the fourth at the NCAA College Zellner is excited about the second Wilkes wrestler in three Division National Tournament. opportunity to head a program Zellner assumed the head seasons to qualify for the NCAA Courtesy of Sports Information Wilkes wrestling program for the that he began at Wilkes in 1990. "The diversity project is something that I started years ago. Now I have an opportunity to finish the project, which is very exciting. It will allow me the chance to make a valuable contribution to the University in another way." Lady Colonels Turn Over Win to Scranton in Final Conferenee Game BY FAITH MARTIN Beacon Staff Writer Wilkes University's women's basketball season came to an end with a hard-fought 71-57 loss again st Scranton on Saturday. The loss brought the Lady Colonels to an overall record of 12- 13 and 4-10 in the conference. Scranton, who earned the third seed in the Freedom Conference playoffs, improved its record to 22-3 overall and 11-3 in the conference. After trailing 35-30 at halftime, freshman Andrea Kacprowicz and sophomore Andrea DeMaranville began the half with baskets, bringing the Lady Colonels to within a point of Scranton, 35-34. It was then that Scranton nnnnnnnnnnnn :~~~~:;~~t:h~::~~~~:t ~~e~~~~als .·-. c~sh or ~011,1 ·-... ... •fl ... ·t www.musicalenergi.com . . . made by Amanda Natale. Natale, who was scoreless in the first half, •fl ~ ~ I IJJ Cl'\.h ~cs '-I ti ""~C& . t canned three from beyond the arc in the second half, upping the ... score to 54-44, a score from which ·t Wilke~:1::~~:~~et~:r:~~r:::~e 36-34, but the Lady Colonels were plagued by turnovers, committing 23 in the game and erasing any chances at a comeback. Senior Whitney Bull , playing in her last collegiate game, tossed in a game-high 29 points for the Lady Colonels. She also pulled down 18 rebounds to become Wilkes' all-time rebounding leader. Bull finished with 984 board~ in her career to beat out the previous record of 977 set by Becky Baker. Bull was also named as one of the finalists for the Jostens Trophy, given annually to the top player in Division III. Freshman Krista Renzi also proved to be a valuable asset for the Lady Colonels. Renzi dumped two three-pointers for six poin ts and showed an incredible amount of hustle for the Lady Colonels. Sophomore Andrea DeMaranville added to the effort with th irteen points, five rebounds. fo ur assists and four steals, while Kacprowicz added nine points. • Eileen Webster led Scranton with career-high 15 points, while Tara Gemmel added 14. Natale added 11 points to the Scranton effort. from the U.S. flag every game cannot, m good conscience, during the National Anthem. In a released statement Smith said, "For some time now, the inequalities that are embedded into the American system have bothered me... As they are becoming progressively worse and it is clear that the government's priorities are not on bettering the quality of life for all of its people, but rather on expanding its own power, I ' salute the flag." . The med_ia has come_out with guns blazmg along with the abundance of outrage articulated by angry spectators. When the team visited the Merchant Marine Academy, midshipmen chanted "U-S-A" and "leave our -2 -2 ,---S-ta_n_d_i_n_g_U_p_£_o_r_I_n_d_iv_i_d_u_a_l_ ____, tO v,~,~ifl8 tO Freedom is Young B-baller's Right · n ~U~ZU~t BMfJRiuI n ·- "-"' •l.-u T a~ ·- boards, edging the Lady Royals ~ISQ buying &selling: •fl •fl DVDS• VHS J ... •fl ,-. •fl . 59 north main street • Wilkes-barre • 829-2929 ... · - best sele_ction ... best prices •fl , I ,Jnecweenlsrye rno~reR~ \l \l , cool gifts ... •fl ,-. •fl ... ·... •fl ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... •fl •fl •fl •fl •fl •fl •fl •fl •fl •fl •fl •fl HA SON BY .J. Assistant N Sports Editor Beacon There has been a great deal of hoopla made over Manhattanville senior basketball player, Toni Smith. Her display of anti-Americanism has outraged the spectators at many of her games. The renegade girl turns her back a quarter-tum away Freedom continued on page 18 �SPORTS 18 ~ow & Outside ·-· BY DAVID DiMARTINO Beacon Staff Writer Last year Jose Canseco announced that he was going to write a book that told all the misdoings of baseball players and basically screw everybody. Last week Canseco was arrested for violating his probation and was sent to jail. Now instead of screwing·people, he must worry about getting screwed ... Some retired NBA players are trying to file a complaint with the NBA because their jerseys are spreading around like wildfire and they aren't seeing a dime from the sales. I have said it before, damn that rap music .. .T-Wolves guard Rod Strickland was recently issued a citation for a hit-and-run incident outside of a nightclub. Over his 14-year career, Strickland has had two drunken driving convictions, several run-ins with coaches, and more than a dozen fines for tardiness and missed practices. Prior to the season, Strickland signed a one year, $1.03 million dollar contract (Can we see the joke in this?) .. .In hockey last night, many teams scored goals ... ESPN NFL specialist Len Pasquarelli said that there is almost zero interest from teams to draft former Miami QB Ken Dorsey, and that it is quite possible that he goes undrafted. That's all right Ken, your nobody until you make it into LOW & OUTSIDE, and now you're there buddy ... The Boston Red Sox have announced that 280 seats have been added to the top of the Green Monster. I can just see it now, after the Yankees win the AL East again this year, people on the street will be trying to catch Red Sox fans instead of homerun balls ... There is real. talk of following Mike Fre~dom Continued from country. •i · At (another game versus Mount St. Mary's in Newburgh, New York, the fans screamed at Smith and brolte out into a song of "-God Bless America" as time ran off the clock. • Tlie apex of fan protest came when a Vietnam··veteran came out of the stands and on to the floor to scold Smith.\He later said after being escorted out, "She '«Cnmmu's . a SMALL _ SALADS I ~i I 11 $6.50 Ham, t:httH, Mw.hruom", Onions. l'•pptroni, Pcppt>rs, Sau.u1:c. SJkciM Sui.oninp:. CALZONES With Stlect Cheeses and Susoning.~ BROCCOLI B,om1;.c...... $5.25 Mushrooms, OnlON, Sptdal MEDIUM _ $9.75 Su)onings. With Select Chttses, Scasoningi, TUNA LARGE _ $11.75 (St:nes 3-4) Tdn:a, Cbt~r, Mu~hroorw, Onimt<, Sptdal su..oning.\. Br0t·coli and '.\1ushrooms $6.25 TACO B•t'f'. ChttSt, Salsa, l.elluce, Extra Sauce 60r Tum1110, Onion, SpKllal Scuonin11:. ~ ~e CHEESESTEAK BOLi SMALL $7.50 MEDIUM $10.75 LARGE $13.25 SwEd PeppErs. Mushrooms, Onions and Special Seasoning. 8 T QUARTS OF HOMEMADE SOUP -. your right to say it." · The words that she wrote in her statement reiterate the above quote. She stated, "Patriotism can be shown in many ways, but those who choose to do so by saluting the flag should recognize that the flag stands for individuality and freedom. Therefore, any pat.riot must acknowledge and respect my right to be different." (Senes 1-2) Soup Of The Day - - -- - Bowl $1.95 French Onion Cr.ock $2.95 £,~~ li-&:,~ own peers must be tremendous. There are not many people of that caliber in this world and she should be commended for her actions. · Most people who understand the true meaning of this country understand that it is people like her who the young people of this country _go to war to protect. Voltaire once said, " I may disagree with what you have to say but shall defend to the death REGULAR ee3-0545 . AND_ filmed going to class, eating fast food and getting my ca,r washed ... Finally, if you enjoy swimming at a health club, beware of what's in the water. An Internet article from the Boulder News in Boulder, Colorado reported a 48-year old man who was swimming in a health club pool and had an unwrapped condom float into his mouth as he swam laps. He filed a report with local police, claiming a 31-year old man and a 27year old woman were having sex in the pool, and it must have been from them, but the couple denied it. There was not enough evidence to press charges, especially after the couple admitted to not using condoms. I think it's safe to say that someone who is 48-years old should know better than to swim with their mouth open .. .I'm David D. and I just missed LOW & OUTSIDE. STROMBOLI Oinrmr Sou~s~ Tyson in a reality based TV show sometime in the fall. And you thought Joe Millionaire was cool, wait until you can see ESPN's "Mike the Crazy Boxer," where Tyson tries to eat kids, smokes weed, and studies to be a rocket scientist...Since when did the NCAA start naming every week during the basketball season? We have Rival Week, wh~re teams get a shot at their most hated rivals, like Duke-UNC and StanfordCalifomia. Then there was the new addition of Bracket Buster Saturday, where all kinds of mid-major schools get on national TV in hopes of helping secure a bid to the Dance in March, which is cool. Now we have Judgment Week. What the .hell is that? Of course all these weeks have sponsors. I am currently looking to have my life covered. I am currently in discussion with Mountain Dew to sponsor "Normal Week," where I am page 17 disgraced herself and she disgraced the flag." Many people don't care for Smith's political stand, and I would consider myself one of her critics. 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SPORTS FEBRUARY 27, 2003 Colonel Clipboard On Tap aturday, 3/1 Baseball in ~ Cocoa Beach, FL through 3/8 Friday, 3/14 Softball at Salisbury Tournament Saturday, 3/15 Lacrosse at Elizabethtown, I p.m. onday,3/3 Men '.s Tennis in Hilton Head, SC through 3/7 riday,3n Softball at Virginia Wesleyan Tourney through 3/8 Sunday, 3/16 Men '.s Tennis VS Moravian, I p.m. Tuesday, 3/18 Baseball VS Marywood, 3 p.m. In Review Saturday Men '.s Basketball Scranton 82, Wilkes 77 OT Women '.s Basketball Scranton 71, Wilkes 57 Wrestling MAC Championships Cory Fleisher and Rex Harris win weight classes (heavyweight and 174, respectively) Men '.s Tennis at Lebanon Valley, 3:30 p.m. unday,3/9 Baseball VS FDU-Florham (DH), 12 p.m. esday,3/11 Baseball at FDU-Florham, 3 p.m. Wednesday, 3/19 Softball VS Scranton, 3 p.m. Lacrosse VS Messiah, 4 p.m. Beacon's Best Bet The sophomore came out of the gates fast in last weekend's Middle Atlantic Conference Wrestling Championships at King's College and never looked back, taking first place in the 174-pound weight class. He upset top-seeded Josh Housekeeper from Delaware College with a 10-3 decision in the final to earn the title. Harris' road to the finals began when he won a 15-3 major decision over Lycoming's Matt Bruce. He would later pin Albright's Tariq Edwards in 3:58 in the quarterfinal round. Harris was rewarded with not only a ticket to the NCAA Tournament, but the Outstanding Wrestler of the MAC tournament as well. Harris and teammate, senior Cory Fleisher, will compete in the NCAA Tournament on March 7 and 8 on the campus of Ohio Northern University. Numbers Of the Week Baseball at . _Muhlenberg, 3 p.m. Lacrosse at Elmira, 4 p.m. ednesday, 3/12 Athlete of the Week Rex Harris, Wrestling For more sports information, visit: www.wilkesbeacon.com 984 15 119. Number of career rebounds by senior Whitney Bull, a new Lady Colonels' record Number of points scored by senior Bob Calarco in his last game as a Colonel - a career-high Number of team points by the Colonels in this weekend 's MAC Wrestling Championships, good for third place All Week: SPRING BREAK Donna KowaJczyk's Salon at 419 823-8966 419 S~ River St., Wilkes Barre Travel With STS Americas #1 Student Tour Operator Jamaica, Cancun, Acapulco, Bahamas, or Florida Sell Trips and Earn Cash Travel Free Information/Reservations 1-800-648-4849 or www.ststravel.com Hours Weds. and Fri 9-5 Sat. 8-4 Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Evenings by appointment �Today, February 27 Employment Fair 2003: 1 p.m.- 4:30 p.m., First Union Arena Friday, -February 28 Classes End: 5p.m., .!£ The Beacon/Kristin Hake Saturday, March 1, Wilkes University celebrated Winter Weekend this past weekend, and guessing from the picture above , it was great time! No Events Sclrduled: Sunday, March 9 Baseball vs. FD U-Florham: 12 p.m., DOD ,Monday, March 10 Classes Commence: 8 a.m., Spring Fling Tickets on Sale: 11 a.m.- 2 p.m., Henry Student Center Exhibition, Birds in Art: 12 p.m.- 4:30p.m., Sordoni Art Gallery HowTo Expand Your Mind. (And it's all pertectly legal.) Tuesday, March 11 Baseball vs. FDU-Florham: 3p.m. , Wednesday, March 12 Penguins Game: 7:05 p.m., First Union Arena Women 's Lacrosse vs. Messiah: 4p.m., Have a safe and happy spring break! Here's the buzz - you can get all of the latest Wilkes news, · including sports updates, campus events and more emailed to you for FREE, without e r leaving your room. It's like feeding your hea<i without taking a trip. So go to our newspaper web site, LOG ill and REGISTER today! · There are message b oard s and other features you won' t find in our print edition Say yes to the e-News delivered by the journalists of tomorrow at WtlkesBeacon. com. � 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 2003 February 27th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 February 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/2a8e47242899e60bbb8e69125bc7078c.pdf 89567bd2ab1c8b670e6c1332e4c1ccf8 PDF Text Text . February 20, 2003 Volume55 Issue 16 www. wilkesbeacon.con1 THE NE S OF TODAY REPORTED BY THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW Winter Wonderland Wreaks Havoc on Spring Schedules BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor Snow happens. This week's winter storm allowed some to sleep in and forced others to dig out. The entire Northeast, including NEPA. received record level snowfall with some New England areas recording as much as 4 feet. For many on the eastern seaboard, this was the most severe winter storm to hit since the infamous blizzard of 1996. Although Wilkes-Barre did not receive the heaviest brunt of the snow, the 18 inches that landed in the area caused some major problems for the entire community. Along with many other area schools, Wilkes was forced to closed both Monday and Tuesday of this week. · Vice President of Student Affairs, Dr. Paul Adams, made the decision to close on both days. Although Monday was an unavoidable cancellation, he explained that Tuesday's decision was a carefully considered one. "Originally for Tuesday it was certainly in the plan to open up at noon. We really felt that that would give adequate time to clean up. But I was on the phone with ... King's and College Misericordia ... and we all decided that it was in the best interest of all the institutions to just let Tuesday go." He added, "We've always made the decision to do these things together." Adams explained that one of the key factors in the multi-collegiate decision was that "there were people who had to come in from a distance. We want to make sure faculty is there to teach. The worst thing is to have students come in and not ha,e faculty there." Although the long weekend sponsored by Mother Nature was a welcome break for many, it does creates some problems for classes on campus that have loss time that is not easily recovered. Dr. Brian Redmond. Professor GeoEnvironmental Science, discussed some of the problems he had with his classes. Redmond explained that in addition to losing class lecture time for his GeoEnviromental I 05 class, he also lost class time for two of the five corresponding lab sessions. In order to work around the weather, Redmond explained his solution for the lab sections. Redmond explained that in order to ensure labs don't get too far out of sync and to stay up with what is going on in lecture, he will cancel one of the three labs for the remaining sections. However, as Redmond noted, "Lectures are tougher to make up." Another problem Redmond pointed out involved evening classes, that lost an~ entire week's worth of class. In that case, like many other professors, "What that means is I have to go faster, be a little less thorough, hit the high points, let some of the minor points slip," he said. of . The Beacon/Kristin Hake Wilkes students shovel snow from underneath their cars Monday, after the biggest snowstorm of the year dropped over 15 inches across the region. However, in the long run, Adams says that the loss of time will be absorbed over the course of the rest of the semester. "At this stage, I don't think that it will affect them at all. Certainly the faculty who lost the night classes are regretting the loss of time, but we have the rest of the semester to make that time up." Adams also explained, Snow continued on page 4 President's Cabinet to Sponsor Campus ·Conversations 20 I 0," and encourage frank and open discussions. The dialogues will also "review and discuss a draft of the Vision 2010 document...and to illustrate how the strategic planning process is driving BY GABRIELLE LAMB Beacon Assistant News Editor Campus Conversations, a dialogue with the President's Cabinet regarding the strategic plan for the year 2010, will be held Conversations on February 20th at 11 a.m. and l :30 p.m. continued on page 2 and February 21st at 8:30 a.m. in the · Henry Student Center .-------------------------, Ballroom. Wilkes faculty, staff, and students are invited News ........................................... 1-4 to attend the two-hour meetings. Editorial ...................................... 5-6 According to a memo Features ........................................ 7-9 addressed to the Wilkes community on February 7th, Arts & Entertainment. ............ 10-12 the dialogues are designed to report on "progress made by Sports ...................................... 13-15 the strategic initiative task Calendar.. :..................................... 16 forces on the implementation of our Vision for Wilkes in Index: The Beacon/Kristin Hake The Blood Drive welcomed over 115 donors and received 89 units of blood that will be used to save lives arcoss the county. �2 FEBRUARY 20, 2003 The Box Beacon 111 Wilkes University 192 South Franklin St. Hollenback Hall Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 E-mail: sec·,,, tow Otl ;:'· Conversations Continued from page 1 University decision-making." Dr. Joseph (Tim) Gilmour, President of Wilkes University, invited the students because he feels their views will make the future of Wilkes -a success and the vision a reality. "Wilkes students are critical to our future: The strategic plan is about providing them with the learning experiences they need to be successful throughout their lives," said Gilmour. "For this reason, we need their best thinking on what Wilkes should do to meet those learning needs in order to serve them better. Without them there, the process will not have the benefit of the thinking of this very important group." Wilkes University Provost Dr. Maravene Loeschke agrees that 'all opinions should be giscussed openly at the meeting. "Dr. Gilmour and I believe, very strongl y, in seeking student opinion as we develop the strategic plan," said Loeschke. "Students have an essential perspective that is invaluable to the process. It is also our hope that students and faculty will have an ever-increasing awareness of the multitude of dimensions that are involved in creating and implementing a strategic plan and a vision for the University for the next five years. Continuous communication and campus community involvement at every step is what we are seeking." The planning process began in · August 2001. Since then, many members of the Wilkes community have been working on strategic initiatives to achieve the Wilkes vision for 2010. "We are continuing the participatory approach .to development of [the] Wilkes strategic plan we started with a campuswide convocation in August 200 I," said Gilmour. "In this spirit, we want to bring the University community together to provide a progress report on the implementation of wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com the strategic plan, unveil an expanded version of the University vision for 2010, receive comments from the Wilkes community on the draft, and seek a renewal of commitment to the Wilkes strategic plan and its future." Three initiatives are outlined in the memo including proposed improvements to academic programs to increase competition with other colleges and universi_ties, developing an "exceptional support environment" , and to "develop a financial strength that supports Wilkes growth and agility;' according to the Febuary 7th memo. Gilmour also noted in his memo that it is his hope this meeting can lead to a draft that can be sent to the Board of Trustees. "It is my hope that together we can craft a final draft of the vision for the Trustees' consideration that will ensure Wilkes a promising future ." \I\IE GAINED WEIGHT Seen our Scholarship Channel lately? \Ne ' ve added over 250 .. 0 0 0 brand navv scholarships and revamped our entire site to give you more eccurat;e aeerch raa,u lta! Staff Managing Editor Marcus Sowcik Editorial Board Chair Dennis Ferenchick Asst. Opinion Editor Amanda Darbenzio News Editor Gabe LeDonne Asst. News Editor Joseph DeAngelis Asst. News Editor Gc\brielle Lamb Features Editor Bridget Giunta Asst. Features·: Editor _Kristen Bradigan A&E Editor Jessica Skutack Asst. A&E Editor Raphael Cooper Sports Editor Kevin Sickle _Asst. $ports· Editor · J.J. Hansoi-{ ,. Photo/Graphics Editor Kristin Hake Asst. Photo/Graphics Editor Mick Jenkins Online Editor Mike Burke Advertising and Business Manager Dave Grasso Faculty Advisor An ·e a Breemer Frantz Background Info * Established in 1944 * Member of the Pennsylvania Ch e ck o ut B eac on·s Sch o l ,a r s hip Chan n e l at: www _theju a tice on l ine_c ornlachola r s hipa Newspaper Association * Printed on Thursdays, with the except~on of holidays * 1,500 papers distributed weekly �1 FEBRUARY 20, 2003 NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL News Briefs Courtesy of the Associated Press Pa. homeland security director. consulted for disgraced firm 1 HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP)--Gov. Ed Rendell's choice to lead the state Department of Homeland Security resigned from a Lancaster TV station in J990 after it was learned he was consulting for a 1' ncaster arms company that was in the news. Keith Martin, who had accepted a $10,000 consulting contract from International Signal & Control, said he resigned as anchor from WGAL-TV to spare the station from bad publicity. The company's owner was later indicted and is serving 15 years in federal prison for fraud, money laundering and $50 million in illegal arms sales. Martin wasn't accused of any wrongdoing. · Martin, 56, a retired brigadier general in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, was named Thursday as the state's new homeland security director. Rendell spokesman Ken Snyder told The Patriot-News of Harrisburg that "an incident that occurred 13 years ago doesn't appear at the moment as a disqualifier." ISG founder James H. Guerin pleaded guilty in 199 I to helping South Africa evade a United Nations ban on weapons imports, laundering $958 million and falsely inflating the price of his company. · Munitions and weapons components worth more than $50 minion were illegally sent to South Africa. Some of the weapons ended up in Iraq and were used against American forces in the GulfWar;prosecutors said. M~tin, 56, was hired as a news anchor at WBRE-TV in Wilkes~Barredays after he resigned from WGAL. His last TV appearance was Friday; hes~ his new Si 10,000 state job on Tuesday. Martin told the 1imes Leader of Wilkes-Barre last week that he helped Rendell's staff "look under my shoes and in the closet and everything else... They've had every opportunity to look in the Martin woodpile.'' · _,, ·,. One-time county candidate sentenced to probation on drug charg SCRANTON, Pa. (AP)--A tax official whose campaign for Lackawanna County commissioner was derailed by allegations of drug use was sentenced Tuesday to a year of probation, · ;.• •.•: ,rtTIJWV~sJ:I~wson, 47, of Scra~ton, pleaded guiltyto a federal cocaine possesSJCTh charge in November. · U.S . District Judge A. Richard Caputo said that under a federal program for firsttime drug offenders, Harrison's criminal record would be expunged if he has no other offenses for a year. , "We are gratified that the judge, saw things our way," said Harrison's attorney, James A. Gibbons. "All things considered, he is pleased with.pie sentence," . Harrison's election campaign was in full swing in 1999 \Yhen a year-old police report surfaced detailing a traffic''s top during which the fol"ffier,head of thtt county's tax-claim bureau had been accuse~ of trying to toss aside a packet coetaining co~aine. 6 . .. ,, Charges had not been filed in the incident, but the al)egations spoiled Harrison's political bid. They also prompted FBI investigation into the initial handling of the case by local police. .. · , ,. ,,, ,. ... ,," . Federal prosecutors filed charges against Harrison fast :MarcJt; four years after the initial traffic stop. He had faced up to a year in prison arid a $100,000 fine. , Harris~n now works fot the Pennsylvania Departm~nt of Revenue, Gibbons said,. ''He does not use dru,gst Gibbons said. "Whatever issues be had are over. Big time." an Horse finds its own way home., WAKARUSA, Ind.(AP)--Violaand Willard Miller always knew their horse was ·'. •. .. special.' , , And now everyone in their northern Indiana hometown of Wakarusa knows it too. The Millers' horse, named Special, managed to find h~r way home S~turday ''despite navigating a driverless buggy. · . Special took Viola Milleiand children abohta rhlle from their home into Wakarusa for a bite to eat}The Millers tied the horse to the post designed for buggy . .parking and walked the few blocks to a restaurant, , ·. · . j . .But when Viola Millerretµrned to the post, Special and the buggy wer~ gone. . '"I figured she went home'/' she said. ".Horses aren't that dumb." Wakarusa policeman Noe Gonzalez said he received two ~alls from people who spotted Special navigating roadways alone. · · ' ' '"' Viola Miller and her children caught a ride from a downtown motorist and arrived home shortly after the hors~. ' 'spe,cial,} 4, has been wi,th' the Millers for about fj.ve years: .Willard fylill~r said it only takes about six months of routinefo;a horse to get to the.point wpereit can fiJ!d its way home. ''Horses.find their way in snowstonns even .wheµ ,drjvers can't," he said. lier ) 3 Mass anti-war marches in . Lond·on, Rome, Berlin and clashes in Athens on day of global protest By Robert Barr Associated Press LONDON (AP)--Millions of protesters-many of them marching in the capitals of America's traditional allies-demonstrated Saturday against possible U.S . plans to attack Iraq. The protests that started Friday in Australia continued through the we~kend with a massive Sunday demonstration of more than l 00,000 people in Sydney. The protests were the biggest in Australia since the Vietnam War three decades ago. In a global outpouring of anti-war sentiment, Rome claimed the biggest turnout- I ,million according to police, while organizers claimed three times that figure . In London, at least 750,000 people demonstrated in what police called the city's largest demonstration ever. More than 500,000 each attended rallies in Madrid and Barcelona. Spanish police gauged the Madrid turnout at 660,000. Organizers claimed nearly 2 million people gathered across the nation in one of the biggest demonstrations since the 1975 death of dictator Gen. Francisco Franco. More than 70,000 people marched in Amsterdam in the largest Netherlands demonstration since anti-nuclear rallies of the 1980s. Berlin had up to half-a-million people on the streets, and Paris was estimated to have had about l 00,000. ' In New York, rally organizers estimated the crowd at up to 500,000 people. City police provided no estimate of the crowd, which stretched 20 blocks deep and two blocks wide. "Peace! Peace! Peace!" Archbishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa said while leading an ecumenical service near U.N. headquarters. "Let America listen to the · rest of the world-and the rest of the world is saying, 'Give the inspectors time.'" In Los Angeles, thousands of chanting marchers filled Hollywood Boulevard from curb to curb for four blocks. Organizers estimated the crowd at l 00,000, although police put it at 30,000. London's marchers hoped-in the words of keynote speaker the Rev. Jesse Jackson-to "tum up the heat" on Prime Minister Tony Blair, President Bush's staunchest European ally for his tough Iraq policy. . Rome protesters showed their disagreement with Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi's support for Bush, while demonstrators in Paris and Berlin backed the skeptical stances of their governments. "What I would say to Mr. Blair is · stop toadying up to the Americans and listen to your own people, us, for once," said Elsie Hinks, 77, who marched in Lond«'.Jn with her husband, Sidney, a retired Church of England priest. Tommaso Palladini, 56, who traveled from Milan to Rome, said, "You don't fight terrorism with a preventive war. You fight terrorism by creating more justice in the world." Several dozen marchers from Genoa held up pictures of Iraqi artists. "We're carrying these photos to show the other face of the Iraqi people that the TV doesn't show," said Giovanna Marenzana, 38. Some leaders in German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder's government participated in the Berlin protest, which turned the tree-lined boulevard between the Brandenburg Gate and the 19th-century Victory Column into a sea of banners, balloons emblazoned with "No war in Iraq" and demonstrators swaying to live music. Police estimated the crowd at between 300,000 and 500,000. "We Germans in particular have a duty to do everything to ensure that warabove all a war of aggression-never again becomes a legitimate means of policy," shouted Friedrich Schorlemmer, a Lutheran pastor and former East German prodemocracy activist. In the Paris crowd at the Place Denfert-Rochereau, a large American flag bore the black inscription, "Leave us alone.'' Gerald Lenoir, 41, of Berkeley, Calif., came to Paris to support demonstrators. "I am here to protest my government's aggression against Iraq," he said. "Iraq does not pose a security threat to the United States and there are no links with al-Qaeda.'' In southern France, about 10,000 people demonstrated in Toulouse against the United States, chanting: "They bomb, they exploit, they pollute, enough of this barbarity." Police estimated that 60,000 turned out in Oslo, Norway; 50,000 in bitter cold in Brussels, Belgium; and about 35,000 in . frigid Stockholm, Sweden. About 80,000 marched in Dublin, Irish police said. Crowds were estimated at 60,000 in Seville, Spain; 40,000 in Bern, Switzerland; 30,000 in Glasgow, Scotland; 25,000 in Copenhagen, Denmark; 15,000 in Vienna, Austria; more than 20,000 in Montreal and 15,000 in Toronto; 5,000 in Cape Town and 4,000 in Johannesburg in South Africa; 5,000 in Tokyo; and 2,000 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. "War is not a solution; war is a problem," Czech philosopher Erazim Kobak told about 500 people in Prague, the Czech Republic. �4 NEWS FEBRUARY 20 2003 Tricouncil Formed to Bolster Student Voter Rosters BY GABRIELLE LAMB Beacon Assistant News Editor The Wilkes University Tricouncil, a council comprised of members from Off Campus Council, Commuter Council, and Student Government has formed a committee that will attempt to increase voter registration on campus. Dean Mark Allen, advisor to Student Government, said the voter registration project will aim to connect with Wilkes students in different ways. "I had assembled a group of student leaders, along with an interested alum and Professor (Jim) Harrington (President of the League of Women Voters), to develop a strategy to increase voter registration drives in residence halls, at events, door to door, etc," said Allen. However, Allen stressed that this committee is looking to achieve more than just a larger number of registered voters. "The committee will not only focus on increasing voter registration. They will also look at opportunities to educate students regarding the issues in the upcoming May primary," said Allen. · Although many students may not realize it, Allen stressed that one vote can make a difference in the outcome of an election. "The importance of the power the polls. Although students may feel ignored platforms," said Allen. "Politicians will obviously cater to of voting was so clearly illustrated in the during elections, Allen stated that if more those who they know will get, and keep, last presidential election. As you look students voted, candidates will not ignore them in office. This often comes at the down to the local level, so many electheir views. expense of those who are "The lesson for students is that it is tions can be won or lost based on a underrepresented at the polls," Allen important to empower themselves so they are handful of votes. Everyone's vote not a forgotten demographic to political added. counts," said Allen. In order to be successful, Allen predicts the Tricouncil will need more than 500 voter registrations. Although the University has attempted to inform students about voting, the information . . )"':. .. . >L /: , ,·.- /?=' ,-,-. ,=t t= -\'-.' --- . . .=,,: often goes ignored. rtli ofJuly on the Plains will depict a "The University, as a matter of 1yJ;iead§i west in a Con~stoga wagon policy, distributes voter registration celebra~ngthe Forth ofJuly. materials to all incoming students; ""9 .\!J•~at~rdafsho~s s rr~ngido, WilkesUniv~rsity's however, students often do not follow through and register," said Allen. > .••. · •· gJn~ . This trend was apparent based on . '.;J:lie~~ day~~fhildfeQ~iµce 'upin the / . y. We~e~~couraging them .read and a national survey conducted by ·mqrriiQgwith a bqwl of~ajfry Pebbles, plop itr >•attu;~ny teachi~g them history as well.'' www.youthvote.org.following the 2000 "front of the television set, and.watch Power.,. Ji. Polacheckis not a newcomer to election. Outofthe26,917,473 U.S. Rangers or Sabrina the Teenage Witch. ' ddren's ~levision p;ograms. In the past citizens between the ages of 18-25, 45.8% Quality educ,tional sho~s arejustnotas she v,,orked with a show titled "WOW," were registered to vote. However, only pr~valent on t:levis.ion they once w:re. . which was also geared towards children 14.4% actually showed up at the polls for · · The Qew "Re~cting Railroad" televisicm and used a book as the basis for the each the presidential election. , show, origi11ated by Dr. Diane Polacheck, >' program. Fifty-one percent of 18-25 years Wilkes Unive,rsity Education and Psychology Polacheck recognized then as she old said that drawing connections Chairperson is" abouf'fo change aH of that and •· \ does now,the need for quality programs between issues that young people care bring ba2k some of that television magic for children to view. "We have got to about would convince them to head to experienced years ago. encourage children to read. The television . : "Reading Railroad''. is a show dedicated . is such a wild influence in children's lives,,, to encouraging children ages four to eight to commented Polacheck. "Just like nutrition gevelop a love fqr reading. Educational has to be good for kids, television has to values ,an.d fun are tied together,in this show · be good for kids as we.II." hosted by Courtney Stolarski, senior Psycho!Dr. Mark Stine, Assistant Professor ogy and Early Ed.ucation major at Wilkes. of Communications at Wilkes, is also a part Stolarski is not alone in her hosting of the team working to get the show in duties, she will be joined each episode by production. "We are trying to produce a "Station Master Bear" and "Caboose Mouse," high quality children's show," Stine said. the two puppet co-hosts. '7here are ve~y little locally produced Stolarski will read a new story each programs in the area.. .if we are successful week, which will be 'f?rought on the set by in doing that, I think the show has great "Reading Railroad Express." .Jn the pilot, potential." .AllAb9ard,,:, Re~di.µ.g Railroatl :. l)e6uts·:;: on:ch. 66 "~~-~;~~:11;~:;;iii· r;~!f~~.~~;:!;?!fu~~!;:f tp 7 as · · · · · · oovou REALLY WANT TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR TURNING A TREE IN.T0 1 A BUN1 CH OF OVERDUE NOTICES? Snow Continued from page 1 "Should we lose another Monday or Tuesday night. .. there is an option at the end of the semester to make up whatever night class we're missing." In addition to classes, many Wilkes activities and events were postponed or came to an early end as the valley anticipated the bad weather. The Pennsylvanta Forensics Association's State Championship Tournament, which was held this weekend, ended early Sunday to give visiting colleges and universities a chance to head home safely. Jessica Niemiec, team captain for the Wilkes Speech & Debate Team, said the early end to the tournament eliminated some important categories. "Usually there are three preliminary rounds, but in order to end before the snow came, we had only two preliminary rounds, so that the other schools had a chance to get home," said Niemiec. "The tournament was originally scheduled to end around 9:30 p.m. Sunday night, but instead it ended at .-.. about 4:30 p.m." With another less significant storm . forecast to begin Saturday, many are wishing for spring-countdown, 30 d<).ys. Spring Break 2003 Ll'lammg to manage wour nnancoa •rul avoid default on VO\lf student Ian can Improve you, qUlllltty ot fife. Flnd out how to Maflii9t debt and Uv• comfortabt, witNn yc,ur means •t the onm,SOUR:ia for IMffllrt stu•nts. - ---- Cancun, Acapulco, Jamaica, Bahamas and Florida. Groups save up to $120 per room! STS @ 1-800-648-4849 www.ststravel.com �FEBRUARY 20, 2003 EDITORIAL NASCAR's Popularity: In the Fastlane Ifs a sport associated with appeals to the masses for a few the colors of a stoplight, the very simple reasons. pattern of a chessboard, and the The first reason why people incorporation of rainbow colors i . are so drawn to the sport is that its emblem. its premise is built on a common, It is popular to the young everyday occurrence: driving. Joe and old, the professional and the Menzer says it best in his book local yokel, to the sports savvy The Wildest Ride. He states, and those that might not know the "Driving is p11rt of NASCAR's difference between a slam-dunk connection with the common man: · and a touchdown. in what other sport can you It is a sport that pays envision yourself being a particiathletes to hop into a technologipant while motoring along in a cally advanced heap of metal, 1993 Ford Taurus station wagon race, bump, tap, pass, and draft to with.a baby seat in the back?" be at the front when the last lap is This, of course, is a purely finished. Finally, it is a sport that rhetorical question. has a long and rich history and The second reason fans are has developed into the fastest drawn to the sport is its high level growing sport in America today. of competition. The NASCAR That's right, we.'re talking ab~ut .NASCAR Winston Cup Racing-and with the traditional opener, the Daytona 500, the green flag has been waved and the racing season is .off. Although this year's Daytona 500 was cut short thanks to unfavorable conditions on the The ideas and track (too much rain), the race still showed fans why posi#ons expressed in NASCAR is the sport of choice the editorial are those for so ma.ny across the country. of the Editorial Board i '•' Kc'co'rcling toNASCAR for Dummies, "In 1998, more which is comprised of than six million fans went to see Managing Editor, NASCAR Winston Cup Series races." Furthermore, "the Editorial Board Chair, NASCAR Winston Cup Series News Editor, Features is the most watched and glitziest divjsion of stock-car Editor; Arts and Enterracing, with attendance tainment Editor, Sports quadrupling since 1980 and nearly doubling since 1990." Editor, and Photo and NASCAR has beat out the Graphics Editor NHL, the NFL, the NBA, and Major League Baseball by the sheer number of fans that follow season extends ten months and the sport. every week that cars are on the But, why is NASCAR so track a fan can see his or her popular? What does it offer fans favorite race team, and since every that other sports don't? race is televised fans can keep up First of all, NASCAR has a with all the action their team is rich history. Its roots are in dirt involved in. Unlike other sports, track racing with everyday Joes race fans never have to complain working on the family Buick, about not getting to see a game Pontiac, Chevrolet, etc. to make it their team is involved in. The into a racing hotrod for the greatest part is that instead of weekend. You drove your car from having two teams competing the road to the track and hopefully against each other NASCAR has you drove it back to your garage 43 different race teams all bidding with minimal damage so you can to finish first. This makes for do it all again the next weekend. interesting racing and an ultiOver the years several small mately interesting sport. stock-car-racing circuits came Fans are also drawn to about, but the one that would NASCAR because of the inherent remain was NASCAR. Bill France, danger involved in the sport. Sr. organized the National Every time a racer steps into a Association for Stock-Car Racing racecar they are risking their lives. in 1947 and the rest, as they say, is · High speeds ranging from 100-200 history. NASCAR has its legends miles per hour, 43 manmade cars, and heroes, its bad guys, its ups concrete walls, and other barriers and downs, but all in all NASCAR all make for terrifying odds, but an New Sport of Choice? Beacon Editorial 5 Finding Political Identity in a Pool of Contradition interesting watch. Race fans wait crazy as .the Democrats. They for the big crash like hockey fans wait for the big fight to erupt on claim to be advocates of the tl1e ice. However, cars crashing, Everyday Joe. Yet they are life metal flying, and vehicles being members at the Fat Cats'. Club, and launched in the air and flipping practically invented big business. over can be seen as far more I think it is a prerequisite of the exciting than two guys punching Republican National Committee to it out. Now don't get the wrong exploit a least 200 lower class idea; no one wants anyone to get workers, close two US factories hurt. Accidents simply create BY J.J. HANSON and build six foreign ones, and drama accelerates the level of Beacon Assistant Sports Editor then make people think they are excitement at a race event as protecting them from the evil, I have been asked fremorbid as that may sound. donkey-loving Democrats. If a Finally, on a lighter note, quently, "What party do you candidate in the party can achieve NASCAR is one of the fastest belong to?" these feats then they are worthy growing and most popular sports To the dismay of most who of the Republican Machine. today because of the access fans pose this question, I reply that I Both of the two major are given to their favorite drivers. am a staunch Democrat. That's . parties play different variations on In fact NASCAR has a stronger right, I am registered and proud to the same ideological tune. The relationship with its fans than be a part of the Democratic Party. . Democrats have moderates and any other sport on the market. My decision to Join the liberals, and the Republicans have Menzer states that 96% of fans Democrats was primarily heredimoderates, conservatives, rightenjoy a strong relationship with tary, with both of my parents wingers. These party differences NASCAR as compared to 63% being Democrats. The odd thing make for some interesting politics of fans who have a strong · about my registration is that relationship with the NFL or the in primary elections, but in theory although I am a Democrat, I also even more surprising mere 37% all members of a party are supconsider myself a conservative. of fans who feel they have a posed to come together in the Most people consider this an strong connection to' players in general election for the good of oxymoron and by all means it is, the NBA. the party. but in a country that bases its With time trials, pit/ In addition to the main political system on hypocrisy, my paddock passes, garage parties there are a bunch of passes, and guest appearances, irregular ideology holds water. · insignificant little parties, all of In fact, the Conservative fans can get to know their which have come and gone Democrat(aka: Moderate Republifavorite drivers up close and throughout the years_ Some have can) is a very popular ideology personal. In no other sport will occasionally made an impact, but you be able to talk to an athlete among the American middle class. the main parties are very good at right before an event other than The confusing name might make keeping their well-oiled machines NASCAR. The fans are the some people believe that they do running smoothly. people who made the sport not belong in the same political _ · The most recent "third what if is today and the sport is category as me when actually party" to make its way .in to the just as happy to give back to you're probably not too far off. So US political landscape is the the fans that have supported for those who are a little confused Green Party. I think that the Green them along the way. about political identity I will clarify party is the most ridiculous thing More young people are just what each party stands for. of all time. The Greens are the being drawn into the sport by The first of the major parties Democrats that were too liberal for hip sponsors and younger, .better is the one with which I am proud the liberals. The Green platform drivers who represent Generation to be a part.' The Democrats are consists of singing Kumbayah, X; the thrill of hearing the hum of the party that called US servicehugs, Quaaludes, feminism, and the engines as they come towards men baby killers during the you; or the family-like atmosphere screwing over the Democratic Vietnam War, yet would fight to that exists within the racing Party. This party consists of many the death to protect a woman's community and the sport as a young people who are a little right to choose. They are the whole. The list can go on and on, confused over their political champions of the common man. but you get the idea. identity, but they'll figure it out as If you still don't understand Send us your tired, your sick, your soon as daddy's money runs dry poor, and we'll tax the hell out of why NASCAR is one of the and they are forced to step into fastest growing sports in America them. The party has produced reality and register Republican. such great men as Clinton, Carter, and one of the most entertaining, In addition to the Greens Kennedy, and Roosevelt then maybe you should tune in there are scores of other worthless (Franklin) to name a few. In my and see for yourself. Once you parties one could find on the pick a driver to cheer for, you'll personal opinion the only problem election ballot. My top five are: understand what all these people the Democratic Party has is the Expansionist Party of the United see in cars going around a track ultra-left liberals. They are all a States, The New Party, The for what seems like forever. A few bunch of pretentious, tree Puritan Party, The Socialist Party, times watching and like the hugging, anti-war, over-indulgent , or the Utopian Anarchist Part, commercials for NASCAR you'll idealists that are willing to sell who seek to overthrow the US be asking yourself how bad have their souls to anyone for a vote or ·govem~ent and not replace it. you got it? NASCAR is truly that two. intoxicating and addicting ... ask On the other side of; the Pool any race fan and they'll tell you poliµcal spectrum i~ the Republi.. the same. . continued ()ll page 6 can Part . These 'i:1 s are · ust as �6 FEBRUARY 20, 2003 EDITORIAL Driving into the Future on Hydrogen BY DR. SID HALSOR Geology Professor Imagine that you suddenly got tickets to a concert in Philly and you want to transform your chunky SUV into a sleek, sports car for the event. You're thinking ... just a dream ... not in my lifetime, right? Well, think again. After much tinkering around the edges, rapid advances in automotive power systems are accelerating the time frame for a viable alternative to the internalcombustion engine. Leading the revolution in automotive technology is the hydrogen fuel cell, which by 20th century standards was considered too costly and dangerous to present a serious challenge to the petroleumfueled engine. But innovative design concepts and declining costs are rapidly transforming the potential of fuel cell vehicles (FCVs). Every major automotive company is getting involved in the development of an FCV. Furthermore, fuel cell research and development is receiving an infusion of support from the Venezuela). Secondly, and sustainable, non-polluting and highest level of the federal govern. perhaps just as significant, efficient. ment. hydrogen FCVs would emit only FCV s will also present the In his recent State of the consumer with some new and Union address, President Bush, who air and water vapor as byproducts. Currently, fossil fuelexciting choices. Hydrogen fuel has a strong allegiance to the oil cells would allow the use of a flat industry, urged the U.S. government based transportation alone accounts for a third of U.S carbon chassis akin to a skateboard. In a to invest $1.2 billion in research on dioxide (greenhouse gas) emisGM FCV prototype called "Hyhydrogen-based fuel cells. Finally, wire" (for hydrogen and new wire . sion. Imagine a time when our the future of the internal comb us- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - technologies), this thin, skateboard-like chassis would house Still, the rate at which technological barriers have been surmounted the fuel cell, electric drive motor, up to this moment in time ·provides a great deal of momentum to override the remaining challenges--probably sooner, than later. hydrogen storage tanks and electronic controls as well as braking and steering systems. · -Sid Halsor Keep in mind that the elimination Wilkes University Geology Professor of an internal combustion engine, combined with the application of country achieves meaningful "drive-by-wire" technology, tion engine, that highly successful · reductions in greenhouse gas eliminates the bulky engine but inefficient and polluting power output and associated impact on compartment and conventional system, is dimming. . climate. steering wheel and dashboard, that Why all the excitement about Thirdly, the hydrogen FCV awkward hump over the transmisFCVs? Well, there is plenty to be would be twice as efficient as the sion, the drive train, and wheel excited about. First and foremost, petroleum-fueled car being driven axles. hydrogen gas can be extracted from Not only does the flat a variety of fuel and energy sources, today. Even with the application of new technologies, expected chassis concept give vehicle including water. This means, ••· ' efficiency of the internal comb~sdesigners enormous freedom to ultimately, that hydrogen fuel tion engine is an unimpressive 30 create a wide range of body styles, represents a renewable resource. percent. Hydrogen fuel cells can but the body styles themselves are Imagine a time when our country designed to be interchangeable. In would be less affected by the whims double that figure and thus the GM prototype, according to a oJ oil-rich countries that control the · require half the fuel energy. Imagine a time when our country's recent article in Scientific Ameripetroleum market and disrupt primary mode of transportation is can, an "owner could have new, supply (Iraq crisis, recent strike in personalized bodies 'plugged in' to their used chassis at the dealership, or do it themselves-turning, for example, a family sedan into a minivan or a luxury car." And perhaps you thought interchangeable, designer eyewear was innovative! Although hydrogen FCVs are at the forefront of sustainable vehicular design, there are technical obstacles yet to overcome, such as the safety and size of onboard hydrogen storage tanks, driving range, vehicle weight, and fueling infrastructure. And even with dramatic reduction in costs, fuel cell technology remains uneconomical. Still, the rate at which technological barriers have been surmounted up to this moment in time provides a great deal of momentum to override the remaining · challenges--probably sooner, than later. If President Bush makes good on his follow-up comment to the effect that an FCV could be the car driven by a child born today, it is my hope to be around and rejoice in the phase-out of fossil-fuel based transportation by "popping the top" on my own hydrogen FCV. No More Excuses:· Criines Against Persons·are Criines BY CHAD ALTIERI Beacon Staff Writer On Trial: Kari Engholm; Adel, Iowa. Sometimes I think we are living in a world where no one wants to take responsibility for his or her actions. Clara Harris wanted the jury to think about her two twin children at home, Well, maybe she should have thought about that before she ran over her cheating husband with her Mercedes multiple . times. Every day, I see more evidence that people in this country are always looking for others to bail them out. Claire Engholm was 7months-old when she was left in her mother's minivan for 9 hours. Her mother, Kari Engholm, dropped her 5-yearold son Eric off at his daycare that morning. Kari went to her • iob that morning and worked a full day. In the meantime, her tiny infant, Claire, strapped into her car seat directly behind the driver's seat in the minivan, was "forgotten." The temperature outside that day was a scorching I 07 degrees Fahrenheit. Claire helplessly baked to death inside the minivan. · Kari Engholm is charged with neglect and involuntary manslaughter. She says it was a terrible accident. I have trouble with that claim. Little Claire was one of 56 children this year alone who have been lost to just this sort of neglect. In the media and among those who know her, the question arose as to whether or not Kari Engholm should even be on trial for this accident. Yes, it appears this was a horrible, tragic mistake, but it seems ridiculous to not hold the mother accountable for her actions. According to Court TV analysis and former prosecutor, Nancy Grace, "There are no 'tragic accidents' in ... families anymore, due to all of the abuse. It is now up to the law. The line is just too hard to determine. All who are thought to have 'accidentally forgotten' must be tried." It is not a question of whether Kari Engholm committed the act, because she did. She has freely she truly forgot. admitted her guilt there . .The hook here. This isn't a normal mistake question is should she be held Engholm is on trial for where one accidentally leaves his accountable for her actions? neglect and this is what she did. or her book at home. This is a case It is clear that she is no Andrea Since_the two sides agreed to a where a baby doesn't seem that bench trial versus a jury trial, the Yates. She is no Susan Smith. judge will determine the crime, and important. It has been stated in There probably was no gross court by her husband that her job what type of sentence will be neglect, but irresponsibility that imposed. I trust that the judge will was hectic at the time. She actually ends with a fatality cannot be come back with a verdict that says had been taking her work home passed off with merely a slap on "yes; she should be held account- with her. She rarely ever did this. the wrist. Her husband stated that she had a able-for such an action." I am sure she has incredible lot on her mind. Let's get real here. According to Iowa law: grief about what she did. I am A baby is a dependant. Claire · Anyone who recklessly exposes a sure that losing a daughter couldn't help what her-mother did. child to endangerment and he or serves as some part of the Kari Engholm was responsible for she negligently leaves that punishment, but justice does not this child, and she failed. dependent unattended, is liable and should not give out free Personally, I do not feel that for the actions and outcomes. passes. Kari Engholm does not stupidity and a lethal lapse of If convicted of neglect and deserve a get-out-of-jail-free pass memory should be a legitimate involuntary manslaughter, because she is hurt by the fact Engholm could face up to 12 years excuse for letting a parent off the her daughter is dead. in prison. Is 12 years enough for the sort of stupidity that cost the life of a 7-month-old baby? ageSv _. .. . .._ . . · Engholm is on trial for neglect. Vyo~. they'havr _tobe Olitofth.~ it id~litslass !,;ft and\-ight (no Her neglect killed her daughter. minds! One do~sn't realize ho n intended).'. Maybepri~ dpy': Some would argue that 12 years ffi~y i~s~e . . . in{ e mie<l!e cla~,.will bi~d , , isn't enough punishment. toge!her and r,rject the·parties ·~Q~ntp;pntil < . et i,lt~ p The prosecutors are arguing • \ , • •4 P91iticaf~arties f!ave that dictate the way we live. Until that the mother was negligent and . a ne5~s~~ry evil in Amel}ca:n \ th~n, .I'll keep on callin.g myself a that she should be charged with soci~ty.In JPY S7tµ"Ch for;'i cleat: !\ .. Conse~ative Democrat, mid if involuntary manslaughter.• representationoi.;my.VitlWS, I chris~ you thin.k that is a con.tradiction, The defense argues that it the lesser of the.two evils af!d ' that's fine because there are was a tragic accident and that the became Democrat. Personally,J,· thousands in Washington who death of her child is punishment th.ink parties' pointless because get paid very handsomely to enough. They say the mother is they are all run by the elite upper conn;adict themselves on a daily tom about what she did, and that • class who basically screw the basis. Pool eortti i1vi a are ] s J �FEBRUARY 20, 2003 FEATURES 7 Integrated Media Specialist to Keynote Bigler J-Conference BY LAUREN BRENNAN Beacon Co"espondent Linda Thurman, president of Digital Window Media Inc., a media firm she founded in 2000, will serve af'keynote speaker at The Tom Bigler High School Journalism Conference, April 11, 2003, at Wilkes University. Thurman is an integrated media specialist who combines her television and film writing with the internet and web development. She offers insight into the future of information delivery using new technologies. According to Thurman, the internet exploded in the mid I 990's and she became involved with several organizations such as the Internet Developers Association and the Association of Internet Professionals in Los Angeles. She also participated in a "Think Tank" in Marina Del Rey, California, where she led discussions and 1eamed from other members developing practices that we now take for granted on the internet. From 1992 to 1995, Thurman worked as the managing editor for the Hollywood Creative Directory. During her tenure with the company, she initiated and launched the HCDOnline. Prior to working with internet devel- opment and prior to the availability of cable television in the early 1970s, Thurman found other ways to encourage community Linda Thurman development through the media. She produced a video on food co-ops that was shown to over 90,000 food stamp recipients in distribution centers in New Orleans. Thurman has also produced confer- ences for the National Association of Broadcasters on new media. She has worked with Microsoft, WorldCom and Enron in their early attempts to create integrated media. After those efforts, Thurman focused on interactive television and integration of television and internet. Thurman has worked with United Artists, Norman Lear's Act III Productions, and HBO Pictures. In addition, she worked on films such as Fried Green Tomatoes; Sweet Dreams; and The Hitcher. A popular speaker, Thurman has done presentations for the Better World Campaign of the United Nations, Hollywood Film Festival, Fuji Television, Prentice-Hall, Equipment Manufacturers Institute, Black Screenwriters Association, MIT Club of Southern California, eTV World, Mac World and Internet Content West. At the annual Tom Bigler High School Journalism Conference, Thurman will address emerging opportunities for high school students when they are ready to enter the work force. She will also interact with the students on future trends in technology. Thurman said, "The amount of information is growing exponentially and managing information is becoming more and more vital. Information overload . threatens our capacity to understand. Technology ineans a greater amount of data can be organized into information which when interpreted becomes knowledge. Knowledge combined with experience becomes wisdom. People are being swamped by data and it is up to the individual to attain knowledge and wisdom." The Tom Bigler High School Joumalis.m Conference will be held April 11, 2003 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Wilkes University. Seats five, has 53 cubic feet of cargo space, and is available with 180 hp and a 6-speed manual shift Even evolution can't fuJly exp la in it. t{'iti'l 101W ~,:JTC.fi EJLES,USA, NC. B.JOO.E UR 00 IT FOR THOS= \\1+:• LCll1: VCU. •~? >tWDES DEi.Nd{ FWJCE~G ~D HA\MS FEE EltWDES 14X. Tll'l.E, LCENSf,~ms A,\!J FS~tiLLY RtQUA:0 EQl..~m, .~ .Dr/Ltfl PF;;e WiV 1lltRY �8 FEATURES FEBRUARY 20, 2003 Wilkes University's ''Best Kept Secret'' BY LIZA CARDAMONE Beacon Correspondent This is the first in a series of three articles that we are calling "Wilkes University s 'Best Kept Secrets'". On the second floor of Farley Library is one of Wilkes University's best kept secrets known as the "Treasure Room." Nestled in a small, secluded area is a cache of well-established local and historical books pertaining to the Wyoming Valley, Wilkes-Barre Area, and the establishment of Wilkes University--a treasure few on campus know about. The books not only contain valuable information but have an important history of survival and worth. During the flood of 1972, historical books pertaining to the Wyoming Valley and Wilkes community were stored in a vault in the basement of the library. The vault and its contents did survive the flood, but would soon be moved to a different location. The new home for the historical works would be on the second floor of Farley Library, an area now known as the "Treasure Room." Surprisingly, the "Treasure Room" is not a room at all. It is a secluded area, carefully monitored so the publications don't leave the library. Heidi Selecky, Co-Director and Acquisitions Librarian of Farley Library, believes it got the name "Treasure Room" since the information was valuable and stored in a vault for many years. Selecky also stated, "The Treasure Room is kept under close watch. The books. are not allowed to be signed out because of the importance of the publications. The room includes Wilkes University yearbooks, publications of The Beacon, manuscripts, bulletins, publications by the Sordoni Art Gallery, and each Master student's thesis." However, the Treasure Room does not just contain Wilkes University history. It has information on the Wyoming Valley, · Wilkes-Barre, and surrounding areas. Also kept in the Treasure Room, are autographed books. Joyce Carol Oates signed her book What I Lived for Her and Al Gore autographed his book, Earth In Balance. These are two very important pieces to the room's coveted collection. Joan Ford, Acquisition Assistant at Farley Library, believes the most important aspect -0f the room is its value. "Students, alumni, and local lawyers find a lot of interest in the materials because some of the information may not be found elsewhere. The sources in the room are valuable and students use it a geat deal," she said. Ford also believes the room is like an archive for the community due to its contents. The information found within the room is helpful to anyone doing research because of the wide variety of topics and the many different books, articles, and manuscripts. However, as the shelves begin to get heavy, there is talk of expanding the area. Old catalogs from the 1700s have been in storage and there ls a plan to put them out with the rest of the information. Selecky believes there will be an expansion of the area appending approval. Dr. Harold Cox, Wilkes University Professor of History, has shown a great deal of interest in the publications and .establishment of the room. Therefore, if the plans go through , he will be working closely with the development of a new and improved Treasure Room. The plans right now are vague, but there are hopes to move the information into another part of the library to make an actual room. For now, the information is.kept safe and used wisely. Students are encouraged to use the resources available to them and to visit the Treasure Room when doing research on local history and the establishment of the University. The Spring B_reak Search: Sunnier Skies and Sandy Beaches BY MISSY MACIUN Beacon Correspondent Tickets. Money. Passports. It's that time again ...spring break! For those looking to trade in the winter coat and book bag for a swimsuit and tanning lotion, get ready, because spring break is a week away. But before setting off on vacation or booking an appointment with a travel agent, do the necessary homework to make the experience a positive one. Right now there are many travel specials tempting students to break away fro m the cold temperatures and take time to relax in sunn y tropical locations. After thi s week's snowstorm, who isn't primed for a break from the snow and cold temperatures? Some traditional spring break "hot spots" incl ude Florida's Daytona Beach and Panama City along with Cancun, Mexico, and numerous places in the Caribbean. But some of the tradi tional sunny destinations are no longer student-friendly, say travel experts. "Fort Lauderdale is no longer accepting 'spring breakers' at any of their hotels or resorts," said Hollie Evans a customer relations representative who works at Travelocity at 22 South River St. in Plains. Evans explain~d that places in Fort Lauderdale no longer accept the "spring break" crowd because .of a history of damage that occurs at the resorts and surrounding areas. Evans also explained that there are certain properties--such as "The Beachcomber" and "Treasure Island" --in the Daytona Beach area that will accept the college crowd; however, student travelers should expect to pay an additional $100 damage deposit di rectly to the hotel. Another stipulation is that everyone in the room must be 18 years of age or older. But the extra investment may be worth it-- Daytona Beach has a lot to offer from lying (even if you're not, bring it anyway) . A daily flights departing from Philadelphia on the beach to going to nightclubs to a birth certificate with a raised seal and a and Newark at reasonable prices. Jamaica short drive to Disney World. driver's license will often serve as accepted offers unique sites from Negri) to Montego Panama City, Florida also invites alternative forms of identification in the Bay. Negri) stretches along Seven-mile students to come relax and party. Located islands or in Mexico. Beach which is lined with beachfront on the warm water of the Gulf of Mexico, Also, Evans warned, "Be awace of _hotels. Adrenaline addicts may choose to Panama City offers 27 miles of sugary white visit Negril's Westend with its dramatic . what you are booking online. What you sand beaches. There are al~o a wide variety cliffs overlooking the sea to experience cliff want may not be what you booked. Make of clubs and outside bars that sponsor driving or snorkeling or just kick back and sure that you read the fine print, restrictions events such as live concerts. Both Panama and extra charges may apply." view a breathtaking sunset. Montego Bay City and Daytona Beach have one-week Finally, Evans also warned that all offers great beaches and day cruises, accommodations packages and prices do shopping and nightlife with the conveprices are subject to change until deposit is vary from time of check in to check out. made and hotels have the right to kick out nience of a city. Another "hot spot" for spring Here are some other tips for travelers: disruptive guests with no refund. breakers is Cancun, Mexico. Many travel first, pack proper identification and · So, for those of you lucky enough to experts note that when it comes to letting passport if "vaa-kaying" outside the U.S. be changing latitudes, adios amigo! loose and having a good time, Cancun is the place to go. "Cancun is the number I spring break destination," Evans said. "Spring breakers are looking fo r fun , sun and alcohol. 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Franklin St. 1 Wilm.Sarra ment, evening theme parties, selected tours and best of all eat and drink as much as they like, at any of them. The effect of the AJso in Scrantoo & HazJet-on, -1~OC().23D.pLAt'l; Wl\"'J\'. ppne~uwg sharing privileges is that resort guests can stay at one resort but literally play at all six. If you're looking for a Rastafarian vacation, look no further then Jamaica, mon! Jamaica is the heart of the Caribbean. d Nath t:as:·R>t1r~'<mk1 Air Jamaica is the official airline and has Love Yo:u rself Protect Your Future 570-824~8921 0 Planned Parenthood. F �FEATURES 9 Bridging the Gender Gap Men in women's studies class learn respect, communication Snow Days BYAMANDABROZANA Beacon Co"espondent One would think that a course about women wouldn't be all that intimidating. Hometown: W-B, Pennsylvania But for some Wilkes Year/Major: Public Safety Officer University men who are enrolled Q) What did you do over the two snow in Women's Studies 101, there was days we had? dread, worry, and some downright A) Worked fear. Q) What is in your CD player? "I starting thinking back to A) Elvis' #1 Hits Album movies I've seen, and the first Q) If you could go on vacation tomorrow, where would you go? thing you think of is really kind of A) Shickshinny scary," said Ken Zenkert, a junior Q) What is your favorite hobby? Communication Studies major. "I A) Golfing , 1 expected to hear 'men suck' right Q) What is your f?vorite thing about Wilkes? away and have the final project be A)Thekids a castration." Q) What is your favorite food? Erik Bourassa-Lavoie a A) Spaghetti and Meatballs junior Biochemistry and Psychology major added, "I was a little apprehensive about the class at first. But after a while, it just became a normal class. It's actually kind of fun." The class, offered Monday Dana Barrack nights by Dr. Jennifer Nesbitt, Ho~etown: Newport News, Virginia Assistant Professor of English Year/Major: Freshman/ and Women's Studies, examines Communication·Studies feminist issues from all different Q) What did you do over the two snow, views, and the culture of women. dayswehad? in a multicultural perspective. A) I celebrated by. birthday Not all of Q) What is in your cd player? the seven men in A) Ludacris the Women's Q) Hyou could go on vacation tomorrow, where would you go? Studies IO I class, A)Amsterdam however, came in Q) What is your favorite hobby? with the initial A) Watching the Dave Chappel Show feeling of Q) What is your favorite thing about Wilkes? apprehension. A) Bio 105 with Chapman "I was Q) What is your favorite food? raised by all girls, A) Fi let Mignon so I wasn't too worried. It wasn't a big deal to take this class," said Reggie Marc, freshman Sal Mangino Psych~ogy major. "I wanted Hometown: Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania to see what other Year/Major: Freshman/Pre-pharmacy people thought Q) What did you do over the two snow about things, and days we had? their ideas." A)Slept However, it Q) What is in your CD player? seems as though A) 50 cent mix tape Marc holds a Q) If you could go on vacation t4:>morrow, where would you go? minority opinion. A) Cancun "I guess Q) What is your favorite hobby? some guys take it A) Playing football • just to impress Q) What is your favorite thing about Wilkes? women, <?r try to A) The parties pick them up," Q) What is your favorite food? Zenkert said. "It A) Hot Wings has possibly made me under- Rocket (Ron) Reho stand women a little better, but just because I didn't even really think about the differences before. Now I can understand a bit why women feel oppressed." Overwhelmingly, the men who originally were worried about ·the class have expressed a different idea about it since the first meeting. Zenkert understands that there will be no Joss of body parts for men as a final project; nor would he lose points or get a lower grade because he is a man. Zenkert said, "Of course, that idea changed. It's not realistic, and I knew that, but it's still the first impression that you get. I workectwith Dr. Nesbitt before and I knew I wouldn't be penalized just because I was a man, no pun intended." "I think that the ways the Women's Studies class has made gender visible can be immensly liberating for women as well as men," Nesbitt said. And it has opened them up to a new way of communicating. Marc explained, "The girls that I know are all different, and they have a general idea of who I am. In there though, I can express myself more, and really think about what others think and feel." Though men are welcomed to take the course, few select to because of the title, the Hollywood portrayal of horror stories, or other personal reasons. Nesbitt said that the class has always been listed as an ICS class, so some men have taken it because it is a core course. "I suspect that the main reason that many men don't take the class is because they don't feel that it is for them," said Nesbitt. "But, I think that Women's Studies has a tremendous amount to offer men. They can find out how not to subconsciously hinder women, and find out how stereotypic gender roles can hinder them as well." But Bourassa saw even greater offerings for the class for men. "It almost seems like a course in common courtesy and respect. It's useful for anyone who wants to know how to be a more respectful person." �10 FEBRUARY 20, 2003 ARTS&ENTERTAINMENT Broody's Box Office Review: Chicago BY JOHN BROODY Beacon Alum Plot: First appearing in its current format as a 1975 Bob Fosse "musical vaudeville" by Kander and Ebb, Chicago is based on a 1926 play that led to Roxie Hart, a 1942 Ginger Rogers movie comedy. Revived on Broadway in 1996, where it is still running, Chicago has become one of the most successful modem musicals of all time. Roxie Hart is a married chorus girl with hopes of being a headliner in vaudeville. Velma Kelly is a former headliner. What do these two have in common? They both are murderesses. Roxie killed her lover when he walked out on her, and Velma killed her husband and sister, who were having an affair. Chi<;:ago's newspapers love the nittygritty and Velma is at the top of the headlines. But then Roxie comes along and Velma is old news. They find themselves competing for not only press attention, but also the focus of their shared lawyer, the suave Billy Flynn. Add to the mix a sob sister, Roxie's hapless husband Amos, a warm prison matron who watches out for her girls (if there's something in it for her), and you have Chicago. Review: After being stuck in years of development, Chicago has finally arrived on the big screen and the result is spectacular. The modem stage version of Chicago with which most audiences are familiar is famous for its lack of sets or props. Yet the film version offers one of the most lustrous looking visual feasts of the year with every number utilizing clever tricks with mirrors, absolutely stunning lighting rigs, and rich costume detail to give the performances that much more weight. Considering this is Director Rob Marshall's first foray onto the big screen, it -comes as quite a shock. A somewhat muddily edited opening 10 minutes or so is not indicative of the rest of the film. After that first IO minutes, the rest of the production is shot with a strong level of confidence and skill that most filmmakers just can't do. The comparisons with Moulin Rouge are inevitable, and whilst Baz Luhrmann's musical epic was a flashier and more energetic piece of cinema, it also suffered from choppy editing and a weak script, which caused the second half to be a bit of a struggle as Luhrmann's message that "love is the greatest thing and con. quers all" was basically screamed at us until our ears bled. It was a collection of great stolen pop songs done in an elaborate whimsical style and organized around a rather flimsy premise stretched a good 20-30 minutes beyond comfort level. Yet it worked quite well. Chicago, on the other hand, is sourced from a far smarter pedigree. Baz may be a great fi1mmaker, but Bob Fosse was pretty much the master of his domain. The message of Chicago is not so grand, but much more contemporary, and works its material far better. Kudos should go to Bill Condon's script, which brilliantly incorporates fantasy visions and reality (a real life hanging mixed with a dream circus performance dive is the film's most memorable scene) whilst making subtle changes to the storyline to give everything a more interesting and well-paced flow. - Performances are perfectly solid right across the board with Renee Zellweger delivering absolutely astonishing vocal numbers while handling the more dramatic yet black humored material with the exact sense of fun and weight it needs. Catherine Zeta-Jones was known for her stage production roles long before she became a movie actress, and so it's not surprising she just lights up all her scenes. Richard Gere is the absolute out-ofnowhere shock. He can sing (albeit not with much range), but he makes out very well in all his numbers. And finally, Queen Latifah just rocks as the tough but lovable warden Mama. Musically, well, everyone has different opinions with regard to different songs. As much as I love "All That Jazz" ...::::: ; ,,.•w.wa, as a song, it suffers from firing so early out of the gate here, despite the lavish visual look. "Cell Block Tango", "When You're Good to Mamet", "Roxie" and "Razzle Dazzle" all utilize amazing set pieces and tricks to help these already solid songs reach stratospheric levels. "Mister Cellophane" is a sweet song and Reilly is a surprisingly good singer, though aside from a light trick towards the end, it's a bit of a mood downer. On the flipside "We Both Reached for the Gun" is a brilliantly choreographed number utilizing a string puppet trick. And the finale, "Nowadays," perfectly caps off the movie. Chicago is utterly superb filmmaking done with love, care, and attention to detail while still providing a deftly enjoyable narrative. One of the year's absolute best. 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Mr. Andrew Sordoni III, a ienefactor to the university and jazz :nthusiast, engages the some of the :reatest living jazz artists in the world to ,e1form at Wilkes. Glasser has been a member of the ]ark Terry Quintet since 1995 and has ,erformed extensively with the Count Basie )rchestra. He has recorded two CDs, his nost recent entitled, Dreams Askew, Dream lnew. As an instructor, Glasser currently eaches Bebop Harmony, Charlie Parker Ensemble, Ear Training and Applied Saxophone at the New School for Social Research in New York City. He was a faculty member of the Clark Terry International Institute of Jazz Studies in Le Mars, Iowa, and has been as a clinician at numerous universities and high schools around the world. "Jazz is a unique art form. A beautiful thing which grew out of ugliness. African slaves brought here against their wiH brought them to this · country the melodic sounds and rhythms of their home country. When exposed to European harmony via church hymns and American popular song a new and wonderful sound was born. Combined with theAfricanAmerican experience the blues and unique feel of Jazz developed into a music for all Americans to contribute to and enjoy," saidGlasser. "Any student with moderate intelligence and interest in American History, art, and music should be very interested to see the creation of jazz music and the spontaneous emotion exchanged between performers Dave Glasser and their audiences." Some preceding Jazz at Wilkes performers include Dick Hyman, who received and honorary doctorate a few years ago here at Wilkes, Bucky Pizzarelli, who performs on the international circuit and who resides at the Delaware Water Gap, Jerry Harris, a singer who is the father of Wilkes percussion major Bruce Harris, and other internationall)' acclaimed performers such as last year's guest artist Leon Redbone. "Students should attend these events, they would have to hear some of the greatest jazz artists in the world, and the performances are free," said Lecturer of Visual and Performing Arts and Faculty Associate to the Vice President of Student Affairs, Jim Harrington. "This series is on of the best in the Northeast United States and I would encourage students to take advantage of these programs." Co01poser-in-Residence to Perfor01 at Music at_Mid-day :OURTESY OF MARKETING :OMMUNICATIONS The newest addition to the Visual and 'erformingArts Department is Dr. Ellsworth .1ilburn who will serve as Wilkes Jniversoty's Composer-in-Residence. .Dr.,Milburn will present a number of ,erfo:mances in the University's Music at !lid-day concert series, held from noon to l ,.m. on select dates through April in the )orothy Dickson Darte Center for the 'erformingArts. During his first performance on 'hursday, February 13, Milburn discussed wo of his pieces, String Quartet No. 2 and 'alus ... esto for orchestra. Composed in 1988, String Quartet To. 2 was premiered by The Blair String ~uartet of Vanderbilt University and ~-corded by The Lark String Quartet. . and the first movement of his most recent its premiere performance by the Springcomposition (2002-2003), a work composed for Ellen Flint (piano), Matthew Small comb, field, Missouri Symphony Orchestra to and Bruce Harris (percussion). Performances celebrate its Golden Anniversary season. of these works by Flint, Smallcomb and The work was composed with the assisHarris will be featured during this Music at tance of a fellowship-grant from the Mid-day presentation. National Endowment for the Arts. As a composer, Milburn has received Milburn's next appearance at Music four grants from the National Endowment for at· Mid-day will take place on Thursday, the Arts, a Presser Foundation Grant for March 13, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Darte publication of his String Quartet # 1, Center. Milburn will discuss one of his ASCAP Awards, and residencies at favorite twentieth-century works, Bela MacDowell Colony and Yaddo. Bartok's landmark String Quartet No. 4. Among others, he has received• Milburn's presentation includes an commissions or performances from the analysis of Bartok's structural use of the Houston Symphony, the Springfield (MO) Fiboncci series in this quartet. Symphony, the Pardubice (Czech Republic) The Music at Mid-day series concludes on Thursday, April l 0, when Dr. Milburn discusses his two works for solo piano, "Scherzo" and "The Stone Forest'.•_,,..• wwwJnUSicaka:rgi,rom . .. Salus... esto was commissioned and given ................................ ~..... This Week in Entertainment History February 21, 1992 - 1984 - In New York City, the Toy Manufacturers of America met to : display the top toys of the year, including: Menudo; Michael Jackson, whose accessories , were sold separately; Mr. T.; and Judy Garland from The Wizard of Oz. February 22, 1965 - The Rodgers and Hammerstein musical Cinderella, starring , newcomer Lesley Ann Warren, debuted on CBS. It received a Nielsen rating of 42.3 and was ' among the highest-rating single programs in the history of television. February 23, 1985 - Breaking with tradition, the television show, Gimme a Break, was ' broadcast live before a studio audience, making it the first sitcom seen live since the 1950s. • February 24, 1973 -Roberta Flack's Killing Me Softly With His Song jumped to number • one on Billboard's hit record charts, and remained there for five weeks. It was rumored that , the subject of her song was folk singer Don McLean. February 25, 1963 -The second Beatles album released in the United States, Please , Please Me, hit the shelves ..Some labels carried a misprint, making it a collector's item, listing : the group as The Beattles. , February 26, 1951 -James Jones' novel, From Here to Eternity, about military life in ' Hawaii just before the bombing of Pearl Harbor, was published in New York by Scribners. Chamber Symphony, the Concord, Blair, and Lark String Quartets, the Da Camera Society, and the National Public Radio's "Performance Today." Dr. Milburn has also been recorded on CRI, Grenadilla, and Summit labels. His most recent CD, on CRI, features two string quartets and other chamber music. His most r~cent composition, Entre nous, is a trio for violin cello, and piano and was commissioned by the Pennsylvania Music Teachers' Association. It received its premiere by the Kandinsky Trio on November 8, 2003, at Susquehanna University. 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Wilkes won two out of three match"'5 as the Colonels beat Scranton and host school, Gettysburg. Wilkes won a close match against Scranton winning 25-22, and had an easier time against Gettysburg winning 27-18. The team also lost a tough match to Lycoming, 24-14. Lycoming is one of the top teams in the MAC and is also ranked 13th in Division III nationwide . . Wilkes has been plagued with injuries all season and had to wrestle on Saturday without two of its starters--freshman Erik Hansen (157) and junior Jon Neyerlin (184). "We held out a guy who has 27 wins (Neyerlin)," said head coach Alan Zellner. "Without these two, it made some matches close." Wilkes forfeited Hansen's 157 spot against Scranton, but the Colonels were still able to win enough matches to overcome the loss. With the MAC championships coming up this week, the team will need Neyerlin to produce a good showing, but B.ecome a Lifesaverl Donate Plasma that Is needed for mflllons of people each year ... IBPI .. Interstate Blood & Plasma, Inc. 41 S. Main St Wilkes Barre, PA It's Safe and Convenient Donate Todayllllll Zellner is optimistic of his return. "We've rested him for two weeks," said Zellner. "He will be back." Sophomore Rex Harris (174), freshman Eric Bleich (197), and senior Cory Fleisher (285) all came away with three wins apiece in Saturday's event. Harris (31-3) won two technical falls against Lycoming and Gettysburg, and pinned Scranton's Ron Saglimbene in 3 :51. Harris had to wrestle at 184 against Scranton because of the absence of Neyerlin. Against Scranton,junior Fritz Delva filled in at the 174 spot and won a 104 decision against Mark McDonald. Bleich ( 19-12) earned two decisions against Scranton and Lycoming, and pinned Jeff Morgan of Gettysburg in the first period at 1:42. Fleisher (30-2), who has recently been ranked eighth in the latest Division III poll, had a close 1-0 match against Lycoming, a 12-0 major decision over Gettysburg, and a pin against Scranton. Junior John Muscarella wrestled twice on Saturday and won both of his matches. _He won in the 133-pound weight class against Scranton and at the 141pound weight class against Lycoming. All three matches on Saturday started at the 149-pound weight class, which gave Wilkes the advantage against . Scranton and Gettysburg. Wilkes usually has to wait for the heaviet weight classes to build momentum, but with the team's big guns in the middle of the lineup, Wilkes was able to gain momentum early. "Teams don't build up a big, giant lead," said Zellner. "They are forced to wrestle our upper weights." Saturday marked the end of the dual match season for the Colonels. The team ended with a record of 17-13. "As a coach, as a competitor, I want to win all of them," commented Zellner. "But it was a successful season. You can't complain when you beat 17 teams." The MAC Championships, which .start on Friday and continue through Saturday, will be held at King's College. The winner of each weight class will be given a berth to the NCAA Division III National Finals to be held on the campus of Ohio Northern University in Ada, OH. Nem araa.mmate thi.1mmmer? Call Bra,! tA640J.II, r-------------------------------------~ I I I I I I I I Bring this _coupon in todaylll I I I I I I ~-------------------------------------~ We are looking for a Nanny for our nine year old girl for after school and some weekends. We would prefer to have you live in our home at Harvey's Lake, but would consider live out. Please respond with your qualifications to lynnb@twinstacks.com. �14 FEBRUARY 20, 2003 SPORTS King's Cruises in Cross-town Doubleheader Monarchs Too Much for Colonels in 2nd Half Wilkes Women Dominated BY DENNIS FERENCHICK Beacon Editorial Board Chair BY FAITH MARTIN With the opportunity to secure a Freedom Conference playoff berth, the Wilkes University men's basketball team · headed across town into hostile waters Wednesday night. Unfortunately for the Colonels, they were unable to weather the storm ... a storm named Kasim. Senior Kasim Holloman poured in a season-high 36 points, grabbed seven rebounds, and blocked three shots to lead King's College to a convincing 78-61 conference victory over Wilkes University at Scandlon Gymnasium. Junior Dannie Evans added 13 points and six assists for the Monarchs (15-9 overall, 8-5 in conference), who now control their own post-season destiny. With a win at FDU-Florham on Saturday, King's will clinch a spot in the conference playoffs for the third straight season. Freshman Rashawn Pressley scored a team-high 22 points and grabbed seven rebounds, while D~ve Plisko added 19 points for the Colonels (17-6 overall, 8-5 in conference), who need a victory against Scranton and a King's loss in order to make the post-season. The Colonels led almost the entire The Lady Colonels failed to improve in the Freedom League Conference Standings last night when they fell to the Lady Monarchs in a 78-48 decision. Wilkes, l 2-12 overall and 4-9 in the Freedom Conference, was led by sophomore Andrea DeMaranville with 16 points and senior Whitney Bull followed with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Any question of the game's outcome was answered in the first seven minutes, when thetady Colonels committed several turnovers and scored just five points in the first minutes of the game. The Lady Monarchs, 20-3 overall and 11-2 in the conferi;:nce, took full advantage of the Colonels struggles and took a 24- 45 lead at _the half. The Lady Colonels would get no closer than 20 poi_nts for the rest of the game. Led by Nikki Kingston, who scored a game-high 23 point~, the Lady Monarchs won the battle down low on their way to the win. Freshman Andrea Kacprowicz went 6-for-6 on the free throw line and in total the Lady Colonels went 16 for 22 in free throws, while King's was 10-for-12. Kacprowicz chipped in with 8 points and two assists, while Janna Ward added five points to the Lady Colonel effort. Jen Wozniak netted 12 points with seven rebounds for King's and Beth Jordan followed with 10 points. The Lady Colonels will host Scranton in Saturday's season finale at 1:00 p.m. in the Marts Center., much better for Wilkes in the second half. The Monarchs were able to withstand a Colonel rally midway through the period, and Hollomon's play was simply unstoppable. The 6'3" small forward scored 26 second-half points, and the Monarchs outscored the Colonels 48 to 38. For the game, King's shot 45.8 percent from the field and held Wilkes to just 32 percent. The Monarchs were also 20 for 27 from the free throw line, while the Colonels shot a dismal 9 for 21. 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Scranton, 1 p.m. Mens Basketball VS. Scranton, 3 p.m. Kini:'s 78 Totals Wrestling MAC Championships at King's, IO a.m. For more sports information, visit: www.wilkesbeacon.com Kings Evans Holloman Hite O'Hora Marks . Moore Veet Abney Totals e y er. Saturday Wilkes 61 f2 Wilkes Pressley Plisko Morgan Walters Hairston Calarco Dorzinsky Moore In Review tn ft 2-5 7 3-3 3-3 I 0-0 2 1-4 0-0 0-2 l 0-0 24 9-21 22 19 5 2 5 2 3 3 61 5-6 7-9 2-3 0-1 2-2 0-0 2-2 2-4 20-27 13 36 6 5 6 4 6 2 78 10 3 14 2 2 2 2 2 0 27 Men's Basketball · Wilkes 61, Del Val 58 Women's Basketball Del Val 68, Wilkes 58 Wrestling Wilkes 25, Scranton 22 Lycoming 24, Wilkes 14 Wilkes 27, Gettysburg 18 Wednesday Beacons Best Bet Wrestling, MAC Championships at King's Friday at 7 p.ni. and Saturday at 10 a.m. Senior Cory Fleisher, sophomore Rex Harris, and freshman Eric Bleich are contenders for individual championships. :d The junior, who won Athlete of the Week honors two weeks ago, led the Colonels to an 82-72 victory over DeSales University at the Marts ·center on February 12 and a 61-58 victory over Delaware Valley College on February 15. Against the Bulldogs, he scored 22 of his game-high 27 points in the second half to lead his team's comeback. Plisko, who led the Colonels in scoring eight straight games, poured in 22 points against the Aggies, including the game-winning basket with 32 seconds remaining. Plisko, a graduate of Hanover Area High School, hails from Sugar Notch, PA. Mens Basketball King's 78, Wilkes 61 Numbers Of the Week Women's Basketball King's 78, Wilkes 48 For more sports information, visit: www.wilkesbeacon.com •- Athlete of the Week Dave Plisko, Basketball 15 15 15 Number of days until the Wilkes women's softball team takes the field for the first time this season Number of consecutive wins by sophomore wrestler Rex Harris in _the 174-pound weight class Car number of driver Michael Waltrip, NASCAR's 2003 Daytona 500 Champion Donna Kowalczyk's Salon at 419 823-8966 419 S. River St., Wilkes Barre The Beacon/Mick Jenkins . Spring Break 2003 0 Travel With STS Americas #1 Student Tour Operator J arnaica, Cancun, Acapulco, . Bahamas, or Florida Sell Trips and Earn Cash Travel Free Information/Reservations 1-800-648-4849 or www.ststravel.com nese ~j,;· Hours Weds. and Fri 9-5 Sat. 8-4 Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Evenings by appointment �Today, February 20 Winter Weekend Dance: 8 p.m .. Henry Student Center Ballroom Discussion on Medical Malpractice with Dr. Dan Kopen: 7 p.m.- 9 p.m., Briesth 106 Interscholastic Pride Meeting: 8 p.m.- 10 p.m., Inspiration Coffee Shop Friday, February 21 Volleyball/Spirit/Banner Contest: 8 p.m., Marts Gym Guys and Dolls: 8 p.m., DDD The Beacon/Kristin Hake Wilkes recently held its annual Mardi Gras in the Student Union Ballroom, The event offered a variety of delicious foods for students to snack down on. Wrestling at MAC Championship: TBA., King's College Sunday, February 23 Saturday, February 22 Guys and Dolls: 2p.m.,DDD - Wednesday, February 26 Penguins Game: 7:05 p.m., First Union Arena Winter Games: 11 a.m., Greenway Neighborhood Cleanup: I p.m., Henry Student Center Women '.s Basketball at Freedom Playoffs: TBA., Guys and Dolls: 8 p.m., DDD Monday, February 24 Men's Basketball at Freedom Playoffs: TBA., Wrestling at MAC Championship: TBA., King's College Women '.s Basketball vs. Scranton: 1 p.m., Marts Gym Corporate Governance and Responsibility Discussion: 7 p.m., DDD Tuesday, February 25 Men's Basketball vs. Scranton: 3 p.m., Marts Gym Jazz at Wilkes: 8 p.m.,DDD Meet The Players: After the Games, Marts 213 and 214 Dr. Marteng Shows 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Henry Student Center Towson University Guest Dancers Performance: 3 p.m., DDD Main Stage Master Class on Modern/African Dance: 4p.m.,DDD Wilkes-Barre Weekly Weather TODAY 42/29 FRIDAY 52/38 SATURDAY 62/44 SUNDAY 63/48 WEDNESDAY 47/31 The Beacon \y'elcotnes notices of events ... publicize, it's free! Post your event by visiting www.wilkesbeacon.com or email wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com � 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 2003 February 20th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 February 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 https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/d91d3d24e78d5f28c56a2b4e8ec9dfed.pdf 819a043d9d7460b5958837df15957954 PDF Text Text February 12, 2003 Volume 55 Issue 15 www. wilkesbeacon.con1 THE NE"WS"1>0F TODAY REPORTED BY 'THE JOURNALISTS OF TOMORROW istoric Flags Discovered in Library Basement Three historic American flags were ently discovered in the Eugene S. Farley brary and could possibly be worth ousands. Each flag has a different number of s on it indicating that the flags could rhaps be from different time periods ting back at least one hundred years and ssibly to the centennial. There are 24, 36, d 38 stars respectively on the three flags. There are two distinct markings on e of the flags that have helped Brian acolic, Reference & Database Librarian d Heidi Selecky, Acquisitions Librarian search the flags. ·sacolic said, "The word orseman' and the name A.H. Mcklintock e stamped on the flag that contains 36 tars." Through their research, Sacolic and elecky found that Horseman was the name fa company in Philadelphia, PA that anufactured flags in the 19th century, and is is what a document from Selecky stated bout the name A.H. Mcklintock, "Andrew Hamilton Mcklintock was born at Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, December 12, 1852. After graduating from Princeton University, he read law with his father Andrew Todd Mcklintock and was admitted to practice in Luzerne County, January 20, 1876 and began his professional career in Wilkes-Barre." After learning that information and noticing the wear and tear of the flag Sacolic speculated that, "The flag could have possibly flown outside of Mcklintock's law office." The flags were discovered in the basement of the library while Sacolic, Selecky, and History Professor Dr. Harold Cox were cleaning out and digging through the rubbage last November. "The flags were being used as coverings to light fixtures," said Sacolic. The flags have not yet been authenticated so no one is sure how much they are actually worth. However, Sacolic and Selecky showed the flags to Ronald Bernier, who has some expertise with historic materials, and he was very impressed with them. They have also contacted the Philadelphia Museum of Art but haven't """"•-... The Beacon/Mick Jenkins These historic flags were recently discovered in the library. heard anything in return. "I have no doubt that these flags are authentic and we hope to have them authenticated by sometime around spring break," said Sacolic. He added, "One of the reasons I feel that they could be worth a substantial amount of money is the fact that I was watching the Antique Road Show one evening and saw that a historical flag evaluated there was worth over $10,000." At this point in time the flags are being securely stored on the second floor in the Farley Library. If they do happen to be authentic then they could possibly be put on display in the Sordoni Art Gallery, but as Selecky said, "It has not yet been officially determined where the flags will end up if they are authentic." "The stars look hand made; each flag is a different size with the material faded and worn: There is also stamped documentation on one flag," said Sacolic. "Those are all clues pointing to the flags being authentic." Red Cross Returns Feb. 19 Donors needed in statewide shortage BY JOSEPH DeANGELIS Beacon Assistant News Editor The Beacon/Kristin Hake hilosophy Society ReinstaJ~d, To be a member iii the philosophy · honor society studentmust. have the requiredJ1umber of credits)nPhilosophy, be inthe upper one third of their cla~s, and have an overall GPA in philosophy of Hall. ' 3.5 or above. Inducted into the Wilkes University ttI've been working forthe past year chapter were: Francesca Amico, Maria , to bring the philosophy honor society Kon, Jason McDermott, Laura Osborn, here, and it's finally happening. EstablishMichael Sherick, Max Roth, Jamie Johnson. ing a new hpnor society on campus is The Wilkes Chapter of Phi Sigma Tau exciting news for the philosophy program has been inactive since the 1970s. The and the students involved," said Dr. Chapter was installed prior to the induction - Nicholas Tirone, advisor of the Phi Sigma ceremony on February 9, 2003. Tau. BY KRISTIN HAKE Beacon Photo Editor Members of Phi Sigma Tau philoso-phy honor society were inducted on Sunday, February 9, 2003 at 4p.m. in Kirby ' a Next Wednesday, February 19, the American Red Cross will hold a blood drive in the Grand Ballroom of the Henry Student Center at Wilkes. The Red Cross is hoping for similar success to the last blood drive on October 23, 2002. According to Gail Minichiello, Wilkes University Coordinator of Community Services, the Red Cross collected 109 productive units of blood out of the 129 donors that came. Out of those donors, 29 gave for the first time. "They did better than they had at previous drives at Wilkes," Minichiello said. According to the Red Cross, there is still a major blood shortage in Pennsylvania and the entire United States. "We have a tremendous leak in our own area," said Senior Field Reprehensive Regina Allen of the Wyoming Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross. The Red Cross has to supply blood to 41 hospitals in the 23 counties in Northeast Pennsylvania. There are also 23 Red Cross Blood Drive continued on page 2 Index: Ne.ws .............................................. 1-5 Edito.rial............·............................ 6--7 Features ....·......................... ;....... 8-10 Arts & Entyrtainment. ............ 11-14 Sports...................................... 15-19 Cal.endar........................................ 20 �2 FEBRUARY 13, 2003 NEWS ~ SG Hiijlpiidpgs· Wilkes' Chapter;,f the American Pharmaceutical Association requested $1,000 towards expenses for its trip to New ()dean~ forthe annual ,t\p eetjng and e~position. SO will vote on fy Qx,ygen.t;ar il1 the Student Cl:}tl-ter fll)Jll 10:30 a.m. to4:30 p.m. Members also announced that musical comedian, Stephen Lynch will return t.o campus in April. Also "qiscussed,was.a NASCAA simulator that willt?e.p~ campus op April244 , Co,mmuter Gounc,il at)D()ltnced that jt request next wee~ .f r<>~gbpafd a 'Urboldc,.t several eyents,sc~ecd ter. Today. th; boru-d wiil ,, ars. The resul.ts <>n the. new ihutUe service have been released. •The f0$Ults arespilt. Seventy people like !:he new schedule, while 69 people preferred the old schedule. The new schedule will stay for the rest of campus to give users moie time to come to a consensus. •·~ ,~lfjng~¢fudeHaw,l< , "'' 1 i, i the Red Cross' blood." Allen fears that people might not donate blood because they are against the war. For the time being, Allen and the Red Cross are hoping they can get l 00 to 125 units of blood at this drive. "Wilkes is a primary source of blood on the 19th," she said. Also at this blood drive, Allen and Minichiello are hoping that new donors will give blood as well as those who gave in the past. "We are hoping that those who are a little afraid might come out and American give it a try," Red Cross Allen said. "Those are the people we are really looking to get and those who have only donated once, we're trying to get them to come back." So, what will it take for people to come down and give blood? Last semester health services gave away a free DVD + Wilkes University 192 South Franklin St. Hollenback Hall Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 (570) 408-5903 E-mail: Blood Drive Continued from page 1 chapters in the area, but that's not enough to supply the 450 to 500 units needed daily for the local hospitals. In fact, the blood supply is so low · that on Tuesday, February l 0, the Red Cross released a national appeal to encourage people to donate blood. According to Allen, this indicates how things have changed since the Northeast Pennsylvania area had a surplus of blood a couple years ago. "They had a surplus amount of blood to help out the big cities like New York or Philly," she said. In addition to the daily need, new challenges may . surfact in the future for the Red Cross. "With the impending war, we don't know what's going to happen," Allen said. "Right now, we're struggling to meet hospital needs:" The military has their own blood bank, but if the war goes on for a long time, their blood supply might run low and they might need The Beacon Box 111 wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com player. At this drive, anyone who even attempts to give is eligible for a free palm pilot. In addition, the free cookies and pizza are always popular. This time there will also be free massages provided by from Allied ·Health. . And, of course, there's the satisfaction of being able to sav~ somebody's life. 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Richard Thorn.. . . . . . . . ·•.· . ,>~ arre~ted Friday on ~hllrg~rincluding con;pira'.~y causeill P$. pc catastrpp . e lliid i;naking h<]mp thr~at~. 1'he investigation b,e gap at)er.~orri~~n•~ sister,,w~~t t~p91ice and complained that the group had been talking seyeral days about planti~i(~ pJ:.eje~pe t,o kill a supervisor they did not like, prosec~tors said. '< • F .· . · The woman provided state I?Olice with a computer disk a printout containing files she said the men had do~nlolldedfrow the Inte!]el, in~!itdipgsec,C>ns '.!The Anarchjst's Cookbook," a manual op how to make . , ... ·. . ~ old products. 'to for 130 • an1 of Student sues to change ~. A'. grad~;to' MEMPHIS, Mi6h. JAP):- ~ higJ:i sch~ol senior says heJknect A+, .p ot an A, nd has sued to get the grade changed and ~is chance at becoming valedictorian strengthened. . ••. '' "'' I · , · " Brian Delekta filed the la . . . . •· . · · ·•· · . · . an him the grade hehad earped intermediate school district. Delekta ended thelf =" ,_., y Paul Geitner 'he Associated Press BRUSSELS, Belgium (AP)--France, Germany and Belgium refused Tuesday to drop their opposition to U.S.-backed plans to bolster Turkish defenses against a possible Iraqi missile attack despite mounting pressure from allies and fears that NATO's credibility was at risk. After two postponements for informal talks, ·ambassadors from the 19NATO countries came together for a second day of emergency consultations Tuesday evening, only to adjourn 20 minutes later. "Right now we do not have a conclusion," NATO spokesma,n Yves Brodeur said afterward. Consultations would continue through the night, he said, and the ambassadors would reconvene at 9:45 a.m. (0845 GMT) Wednesday. "It is a serious issue and everyone is committed to work hard to try to find a solution to it," he said. Asked if there were any new proposals, Brodeur said, "There are a number of options that have been discussed." He refused to elaborate. Diplomats said Berlin might be wavering in its resistance but were unsure whether German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder would break ranks with French President Jacques Chirac or be able to persuade him to come aboard. Brodeur, while refusing to comment directly, said only that the "context" of the dispute "has not really changed." . The division in the alliance threatens the United States' attempts to muster support in the U.N. Security Council for military action against Iraq. France and Germany, joined by Russia and China, are seeking more time for beefed-up U.N. inspections in a proposal opposed by Washington. U.S. President George W. Bush continued on a path of intensive diplomacy from Washington, urging support for his hardline against Iraqi President Saddam Hussein in phone conversations with the leaders of the Philippines, Angola and Britain. NATO's disarray also casts doubt on the future of an alliance founded to fight the Cold War that has spent the past years seeking to reinvent itself as a force to confront terrorism or rogue states. The alliance has been unable to agree even on modest defensive measures to protect one of its members. "You cannot say Turkey doesn't feel threatened," said Dutch Foreign Minister Jaap de Hoop Scheffer in The Hague, Netherlands. "There is one man and one regime that can profit from this (division): Saddam Hussein." Ministers from Norway, Denmark, Britain, Greece also criticized the three holdouts. The crisis, which has been bubbling for almost a month, came to a head Monday when, in an unprecedented move, the French, Germans and Belgians rebuffed a direct appeal for help from Turkey issued under NATO's mutual defense treaty. In an effort to sway the holdouts, diplomats said changes in the wording of the request were made to include a reference to Article 1 of its treaty, in which allies pledge "to refrain in their international relations from the threat or use of force in any manner inconsistent with the purposes of the United Nations." The diplomats, speaking on condition of anonymity, said it did not change the substance of Turkey's request to begin planning to send it AWACS early warning planes, Patriot anti-missile batteries and units trained to counter chemical and biological weapons. Washington, backed by 15 allies, say those measures are needed urgently to protect Turkey--the only NATO nation bordering Iraq--from an Iraqi missile strike, as the United States prepares to move troops into Turkey that could be used to open up a northern front in a possible Iraq war. France and its supporters argue starting the military planning would set NATO on a path to war and undermine efforts to find a peaceful solution. Playing down the threat to Turkey, they say any decision on NATO's planning should be delayed until at least Friday's report to the Security.Council from U.N. weapons inspectors on Iraq's cooperation with.the inspectioll6. The split has plunged the North Atlantic Treaty Organization into what some at alliance headquarters said was its worst crisis since the dispute over the deployment in Europe of U.S. tactical nuclear weapons in the early 1980s. Some diplomats even compared it to that in mid-1960s, when then French President Gen. Charles de Gaulle pulled his country from the alliance military structure and forced NATO to move its headquarters from Paris to Brussels. Turkish Prime Minister Abdullah Gui acknowledged the dispute went beyond the question of helping his country to the deeper divisions within the alliance. "There is no doubt that Turkey is not the target here," Gui told reporters in Ankara. "A diplomatic battle is going on." Without NATO agreement, U.S. Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld has said Washington will take its own steps to defend Turkey. The Netherlands is already preparing to send its Patriot missile units to Turkey without waiting for NATO. �4 FEBRUARY 13, 2003 NEWS , Ceiling Accident in YMCA Some residents question safety BY GABE LeDONNE Beacon News Editor Chicken Little might have been helpful last Wednesday in the YMCA. The residents. in room 2 of the YMCA's 4th floor apartments woke.up to the sound of their "sky" falling. The suspended ceiling in the bathroom of the apartment occupied by Josh Hall, John Paul (JP) Prego, Mike Benulis, and Dan Luczak, collapsed last week, causing a mess for the residents, and questions of safety in the building. Prego, a mechanical engineering junior, described what woke him up as sounding like "someone had opened a huge cabinet and everything had fallen out of it." He added, "I was shocked to find that the bathroom ceiling had collapsed." Hall, a sophomore mechanical engineering major, noted that the ceiling tiles fell only moments after his girlfriend had walked out of it. "She walked out, and ten seconds later, boom, the ceiling fell. She was lucky; the ventilation would have fallen right on her head," Hall said. "There was a lot of dirt ... all the ceiling tiles were thrown ~II over." After contacting the Residence Life . Office, who in tum contacted YMCA maintenance, Hall described that a maintenance man came up immediately. "He came in, looked at it and said, 'Man, this is serious.' He called the contractor and said that he'd take care of it." Luczak, a freshman communication studies major, noted that the YMCA manager wasn't happy with the contractor, "He was mad at the contractor. I guess something like this happened down on the second floor, in one of the kindergarten rooms." Because of the conversation he overheard, Luczak expressed that he feels unsafe in the hall. According the Executive Director of the YMCA, Jim Thomas though, there is little reason to be worried about a repeat incident like that of the dorm room. Although a similar incident happened on the second floor of the YMCA about a year ago, Thomas confirmed, the cause for that was different. "In that case the wire snapped. One of the teachers heard it and called us." Thomas pointed out that the ceiling didn't collapse in that case as it did in the residence hall bathroom. Also, weakness was in the wire, not the fastener. Thomas explained that the incident in the dorm room "was more of a mess than a serious threat." However, he added, "anything falling from above is dangerous ... and it was definitely serious enough to check." The cause of the collapse was apparently an improperly installed fastener that was holding the suspended ceiling up in combination with an inadequate number of wire suspenders in the bathroom. "Normally you would have more fasteners holding the ceiling up; they had three." But Thomas explained that the catalyst for the ceiling drop was acJually a faulty fastener. Thomas explained that one of the fasteners was probably not installed correctly, and when it inched its way out of the ceiling, the added stress on the other supports couldn't handle the load of the ceiling. However, Thomas doesn't believe that the problem is widespread, and explained that immediately after they learned of the cause of the incident, he ordered a "spot check" of other areas to ensure that potential danger wasn't present elsewhere. "I do believe that it's an isolated incident," he said. However, as Prego pointed out, "It was pretty shoddy construction that was putting people at risk.'' Benulis, a sophomore mechanical engineering major, concurred with Prego, adding, "It kind of makes me wonder what else wasn't done properly." However, to the YMCA's credit, Hall pointed out, "They fixed it quickly and were very nice. We're just hoping that something like this doesn't happen again." Despite the incident, none of the residents in the apartment expressed plans to leave their room any time soon. ' JUST BECAUSE :IT'S ON SALE DOES.N'T MEAN YOU CAN AFFORD IT. s e 1 ""7L ._,-. i I Courtesy of Mike Benulis Yes, this is a bathroom. Underneath the remains of the drop-in ceiling lies the bathroom of the YMCA's apartment 2. Spring Break 2003 Lea:ming N.tspc:,n9ible finanelal beha111ior now wlA keep YoU out of trouble In the future. find out how to manage de~ avoid dehu.dl on your •tud•nt loan and live comfortably wilhln vout a.ans .at the on.Une $OUrce for $mart students. · --~~-- lli!II Cancun, Acapulco, Jamaica, Bahamas and Florida. Groups save up to $120 per room! STS @ 1-800-648-4849 www.ststravel.com �FEBRUARY 13, 2003 B NEWS 5 Vandalism: Pinching the Pocket of Students Everywhere BY GABE LeDONNE cited that the theft and damage done to four of the cement trash receptacles cost Most Wilkes faculty, staff, administra- the university $3,600. "Each one of those tors and students take notice of the receptacles cost $900; one was stolen, and numerous accounts of vandl\lism that occur three others were broken beyond repair." on campus regularly. But what some may He added, "Those receptacles should last not know, is how that hole in the wall can 20 to 30 years; but we had them for about also put a hole in the wallet. a year." Paul Kaspriskie, Maintenance Also, Kaspriskie stated that the Supervisor for Wilkes, deals with acts of banners that hang on the light post across vandalism everyday in his position. He the university cost upwards of $300 for says that the damage caused by vandals each banner and arm support. "I'd estimate cost students thousands in tuition dollars. that the cost just to replace the stolen "What students may not realize is banners and fix the banner arms is ... around that every time they commit an act of $1,500 for the year." Kaspriskie said. vandalism, it comes out of their pockets Dorm damage also contributes indirectly," Kaspriskie said. significantly to overall costs incurred from He listed several criminal acts that vandalism. Facilities recorded nearly take money away from other possible uses, $4,000 in billable damages this school year the biggest bank-breaker of them being the alone. One major concern within the dorms parking lot gates that are constantly for Kaspriskie is the dispensing of fire broken. Kaspriskie estimates that the repair extinguishers. Even though their cost costs for the various vandalized parking ranges around $35-40 for refilling, "It hurts gates are between $12,000 and $15,000 per because you're taking a safety device out; year. it's just unnecessary risk." The inordinately high cost of Although Public Safety officers try maintenance has in part given reason for to find the culprits responsible to hold Directorof Public Safety, Chris Bailey, to · · them financialiy responsible, Bailey noted, consider removing the gates altogether "Very rarely do we catch vandals. We do from lots such as those behind the Student have some cameras; but we can't put them Center. everywhere." "We pay about $2,000 per year for our But Bailey also warned that if one is service contract. With $12,000 or $15,000 caught for an act of vandalism, the guilty going towards repairs, it seems like a waste person may face more than financial to be spending that money on gates that payment. "Depending on the severity, you are constantly broken." Bailey suggested can get kicked out of school, or you can that stronger enforcement would compeneven be charged by city enforcement." sate for the gates, and actually do a more "It's just a shame that an institution effective job. of higher education could be subject to But several other acts of vandalism such low-brow vandalism and littering," also cost thousands every year. Kaspriskie Bailey said. Beacon News Editor e lg No Glove No Love Free Planned Parenthood Brand Condoms Available in the Health Services Wamg Rm. Get free packets with 2 Planned Parenthood brand condoms, instructions and info. on emergency contraception (EC) from your RA or in the Health Services Waiting Rm, Taken within 72 hrs. of unprotected intercourse, EC si,gnificantly reduces the risk of pregnancy. Available at Planned Parenthood health centers. 63 N. Franklin St .• Wilkes-Barre 570-824-8921 Also in Scranton & Hazleton, 1-800-230~PLAN www.ppnep.org O~~~hoocf The Beacon/Kristin Hake Jessica Niemie~, the Speech and Debate Team's captain, has led the team through the frequent changing of coaches. Here she stands with some of the team's many awards. Speech and Debate Team Thrives in the Face ~f Adversity BY LAUREN BRENNAN and JUSTIN MYERS Beacon Correspondents The Wilkes University Speech and Debate Union has become very familiar with change. For the third time in twelve months, the team has welcomed a new coach. Joe Rasmus, an adjunct faculty member, has recently assumed the coaching position. Rasmus said, "It is a learning process for all of us, including myself, as this is my first time coaching." Rasmus is the instructor for Communications I 01 and has experience in public address and interpretation. Rasmus said, "I have worked with many colleges and universities in the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area." A Wilkes University alum, Rasmus received a Bachelor of Arts in Theater in 1995. He also received a Master of Arts in Communications/Theater in 1997 from Montclair State University. The Speech and Debate Union aims to sharpen skills in presentation, performance, rhetorical analysis, and development of argument, which employers have described as an important factor for management and decision-making positions. The Speech and Debate Union offers individual and team events. The individual events include persuasive, informative, prose, and poetry. Despite the changes in coaches over the past year, the Wilkes University team ha~ proven itself a formidable opponent on th~ road. The team placed fourth in the Great Eastern Seaboard College Forensics _ Tournament last season. Most recently, four members of the . ' Wilkes ieam earned a total of 14 awards last • weekend at SUNY :Binghamton, including 4th place team sweepstakes honors. ~oger Raby, pharmacy major, placed fourth in After Dinner Speaking and sixth place in both Informative and Persuasive Speaking. Casey O'Brien,juniorcommunication studies major, took third place honors in Communication Analysis. Jessica Niemiec, sophomore communication studies major and team captain, teamed up with freshman communication ctudies major Dana Barrack to win second place in Dramatic Duo. Niemiec also earned eight other awards, including second place in Communication Analysis and Prose Interpretation, third places in Programmed Oral Interpretation and Poetry, fourth place honors in Informative and Dramatic Interpretation·and fifth place in Persuasive Speaking. She also received the award as Best Public Address Speaker a! the to,urnament. Rasmus hopes to add stability to the team and provide the ,assistance they need to continue the awards given to the Wilkes University team. One of Ramus' first major challenges in his new position will be organizing the Pennsylvania Forensics Association's State Championship Tournament, along with the rest of the team this weekend. The annual state tournament will be hosted at Wilkes on February I 6-17, with over 20 colleges expected to participate. The Wilkes University Speech and Debate Union is a member of the American Forensics Society and Pi Kappa Delta, a national forensics honorary for spciech and debate students. These toumamerits · include competition in variety ofpublic speaking events, oral interpretation, events and debate events. All students enrolled at Wilkes University are eligible to join. a �FEBRUARY 13, 2003 EDITORIAL 6 Let's Talk about Sex... SEX. Do we have your attention? If you are like most college students, or humans for that matter, the very word can grab your attention from just about any activity. But while sex is often synonymous with entertainment, how we treat the topic of sex--particularly in the media--can also be a danger zone. Some of the country's most recognized colleges and universities have added a sex column to their college newspapers. Yale, Boston College, University ofCaliforniaBerkeley, Columbia University and Oregon State are just a few examples of colleges that run a weekly sex column written by students. We would expect quick judgment and some criticism would be a natural part of the gig for a "sexpert." But some of Krinsky's articles have shocked not only readers of her newspaper, but also others across the country. Headlines blaring: "To Spit or Swallow: It's all about the Sauce" and her article dedicated to the art of "Revenge Sex" have drawn fire from critics. ·we agree; these articles have no place in a college newspaper. Newspapers are meant to engage and encourage informed conversation; however, this column, among others, is more about the raunch. These columns tackle everything from health-related concerns to simple sex advice. Although college newspaper sex columns are causing many parents and faculty to raise their eyebrows, they are written because the demand is there. Simply put, sex sells (especially at college campuses). It does not mean everyone on campus is having sex, but many students are curious and therefore read about it. For many, college is the first taste of real freedom, an opportun"ity to think about, talk about, and experiment with issues they could never have comfortably explored at home with parents . hovering over their shoulders. So the audience for such a feature in the campus newspaper is a given. Young womeri who have earned the prestigious title of "sex pert" write most of the columns. However, most clinical sexologists say that . these women are not "experts" at all and their lack of expertise in the field can potentially be harmful. For example, the on line Yale Daily News recently received more than 200,000 visitors after sex column "Sex and the (Elm) City", written by junior Natalie Krinsky, discussed oral sex. Judging from her past headlines, Krinsky gives sexual advice to college students. Although she claims "she is not a slut," she admits "people have a hard time separating me from my articles." Luckily, not all sex columnists have followed the raunchy pattern, though. Amber Madison, who writes a weekly column in the Tufts Daily, is seeking a degree in human sexuality. Her column "Between the Sheets" aims to raise reader awareness about sex and the hazards that come with it for men and women. Although this column is not as risque, students are reading it just as frequently. Yvonne Fulbright, a New York University doctoral student, is studying international community health and human sexuality education. In her weekly column in the Washington Square News, she discusses sexually transmitted diseases and other sexual hazards, but has no ambition to give sex or relationship advice. ·'. eneli 11 ti., ,,, Vietcong because America was , on the opposite side;'' The difference between r:french opposition in e past, and F_rench oppo~i · the' stakes Kathy Greaves, a teacher of Human Sexuality at Oregon State, has written a sex column since she attended graduate school. Her aim is to try to dispel sexual myths and stereotypes and educate the readers. Why? Greaves told USA Today, "I have come to find that most students got a really lousy sex education in high school." In reality, the sex columnists are of legal age and can very well do as they please. And it would be wrong of college administrators to censor the college newspapers' content. However, it is the· responsibility of the student editors to think carefully about how they treat the issue. If sex is treated exclusively as a "dirty joke" in the sex columns, does that encourage the university to create a culture of abuse? If college-aged, self-proclaimed "sexperts" brag about the fact that they "got some" over the weekend, does the column advance the community any more than what is written on bathroom walls? And what happens when the newspaper is online? Are there any · controls for unintended audiences? I: Why Olli-Oui According to a article in USA Today, Fulbright states that "people are looking for a role model or someone to play the big sister, but it's not my business to tell people what I would do; that's my own business." -F . Jghe1.:,,rfb~ Fie . ,positions of au . , n both the United Nations arid NATO. Due to the French stance on Iraq these two organizations may lose their legitimacy in · American eyes. Because of their disagreeable behavior the " French may undermin~ 50 years worth of good, Cl'! tic · relations. ' on AssWant Sp The French. Huh. God. 'W!tat are they g , .Absolutely nothin Say'jt -~g~in! tl '= :(•,:-:--.-,,. and you'll receive sentiments, similar to those above. The French are the people we-we Americans love to hate. · Why..•because they make i~ so , easy. It seems to m~)~~~t at[ \.gp~pointin time·weA.. 'r '' . ,, .,,, uite to damn close nt wron ades and wh~~ the e;. ~~nc ed they wanteq to become roverbial thorn in 9ui;,.side. If nited States were Jeey+r Id, the French would'b e 4'. ; If the NATO alliance were to falter I am sure the French would be heart broken. Would this organization's crumbling aid the case of the French to further develop a European Union _milita,ry force? Might the French be planning to return to the former glory d{lysJ:>y means of a unified Europe sta~ding up against the American Imperialist swine? I wouldn't put it past them. After all, they are the French; .. When I w3:s 3:junior in high school we we~e '"raced ' with the presence +Frencq girt The eFtench, s~Owed litt!~ of .•· ·. .... . .•. .s e vereil)fe expected a -Frenc'h'wtirpan. tertiis I I remember onC? afternoon in o asNapoleons ••sease. class when she referred to my The affliction refers to when good friend as a stupid •small man (France)feels they " m;u_st~isagree with the Jar er and , American pig. Granted he wasn't that smart and)le might ~tronger man (United St.a have been a bit ranl(aftergym com . nsate for thei class, but I think her w.ords' . o logi · were a little harsh. W epe ·end very politelyf atth 1'Ifit weren't fcfu.s stupid rher, d th' # Atneri<Uµt pigs yo~ would be twith speaking Geonanrighfnow." world how Haungh ...haungh. •· froni Is a sex column appropriate enough for a college newspaper? If it is a tasteful approach like Amb(!r Madison's column, it is not only appropriate but it is also helpful. Students need to be informed, and the best way to do that is to entertain as well as well as actively educate. As journalists, we celebrate free speech, as guaranteed by the First Amendment. Talking or writing about sex isn't the problem: doing it tastefully is. a. Amir Taheri, the autµ f BYl Visil Eng Uni unic in ti gap call inst: be tl collt to h strai was my eas i eno1 stud fresl gog, BYI Beac epis pro~ with hall have give sala wan sha surg pOS! and co was cele spo i Cauldron: The Midd · the-Headline •· ti-Ame· of World yFtenc in becau . ·r m Roosevelt. :\stipported Kim II-s · I,{9rean War because· fighting the Americans: " Vietnam, they sided "4th, # he mi g thin alre cho is b of d nea �FEBRUARY 13, 2003 EDITORIAL 7 If lgnornace is Bliss ... BY BERNIE KOVACS Visiting Assistant Professor of English As a professor at Wilkes University I find myself in a unique position. I stand squarely in the middle of the generation gap between the men and women I call my peers and the students I instruct. I'm not young enough to be the child of many of my colleagues and am not old enough to have sired any of "my kids:" At first I looked at this strange situation as a benefit; I was young enough that it allowed my students to trust and more easily relate to me, and I was close enough to the transition from student to instructor to have a fresh perspective on the pedagogy of composition and litera- ture. However, as my thirtieth birthday creeps closer I find myself having a harder and harder time relating to my students. At first I thought it was due to the simple fact I have lived longer. I remember the horror of Reganomics. I saw the Berlin Wall fall. I can recall the day of panic George Banks loosed on the valley. My students were either too young· to recall or had not been alive at the time of these events so it made obvious sense that when I'd mention something that occurred in my childhood my students were at a loss. However, it has recently occurred to me this is a false claim, a hollow excuse. I wasn't alive for Nixon's resignation. I didn't exist when the massacre at My Lai occurred. I was floating in the Guff when man first walked on the moon. Why then is it I know of their ramifications on the nation and world as a whole? Why then is it I can tell you why and when they happened? Two reasons. I paid attention.and I cared. That is not to say that students today do not care. It's merely t,lle·question of what they care about. At the age of eighteen I hungered for books, music, and movies. I devoured trashy novels by the dozen, inhaled bad horror films by the gross, and listened to anything the radio would vomit forth. The funny thing was, I wasn't fulfilled by simply seeing what was new in the theatres or at Walden or on KRZ. I wanted to see the foundations that these art forms were built upon. I rented movies my father saw when he was twelve. I read authors who'd passed away before my grandfather was born. I listened to Robert Johnson sow the seeds of rock n' roll he bought from the devil with his soul. I dug deeper than the newest Freddie Prinze Jr. movie, or the latest Tom Clancy novel, or the most recent Limp Bizkit single. I don't see many of my students looking further than present or longer than their own life span. What do students care about? It's not politics. My first semester as an instructor at Wilkes I had a student ask me who was the Vice President. It's not history. Most valley natives under the age of eighteen can't tell you when hurricane Agnes overflowed the Susquehanna. It's not literature. I've had students proudly confess the fact they'd never read a book in their life. It's not cfoema. I have students who couldn't pick Marlon Brando out of a police line up. Is it music? Possibly, but then again there are teens who can't name a member of the Beatles. What do students care about? I don't know. The hunger for knowledge is hard to find in our culturally anorexic society. Students take things at face value so often I am often tempted during class to obviously lie through my teeth to see if anyone will call my bluff. Chaucer was a woman. Shakespeare worshipped the devil. Thomas Pynchon is my father. How many would question my authority? How many would check my claims against hard evidence? I don't know. I'm almost ten years older than the bulk of the students I teach, but in my heart I'm more immature than them. I've been told I'm too easy going. I play too many video games. I tell bad jokes. I dress like an informant on Hawaii Five-O. I can goof around with the best of them. The thing is, however, even as a freshman I wanted to learn. I came to college not because without a skill or college degree my job opportunities would be limited. I came because I wanted to learn. As college quickly becomes mandatory for employment, the mindset for students is rapidly changing. College is, in their eyes, no longer a place of higher learning, a place where one goes to study the great minds of a chosen field or learn the higher mysteries of a science or art. lt is merely high school part two, a necessary hurdle that must be jumped in order to get a job that pays well. Maybe that's why I'm having a hard time relating to my students; I wanted to learn and now I want them to learn. Or, maybe I'm just getting old. Who knows. I only know one thing. Thomas Pynchon isn't my father... He's my uncle. He Said ...cS~e cSa.irl Topic: Celebrity Top 5 BY BRIAN WALTER Beacon Staff Writer He Said Ross made one on an episode of Friends. Most of you probably made one in high school with a group of guys during study hall. And at least some of you have pondered, "If I could be given the chance to make a love salad with any five celebrities I wanted, who would they be?" So many names, so many shapes and si'.?eS, so much plastic surgery. Starting the list is possibly the most difficult part, and for good reason. It needs to commence with a big bang; thus, I was thinking a high profile celebrity is essential for the #I spot. Pam Anderson would prove a great candidate due to obvious reasons, yet she has been too exposed. Another problem with Pam is that after watching the home video with her and former husband Tommy Lee, a lot of men might feel inadequate. Plus, I think every man on this earth has already seen her naked. Therefore, my number one. choice would be Halle Barre. She is beautiful. She isn't the epitome of debauchery, and I would cut off nearly any given limb to spend a night with her. After replaying the scene in "Monster's Ball" where Halle groaned to Billy Bob Thornton "Can you make me feel good" until my VCR broke, the choice was easy. All I have to say about my #2 spot is "I'll take three." That's right, I'm cheating. Erica, Jaclyn, and Nicole Dahm make up the incredible threesome known as the Dahm Girls. In December of 1998 these triplets on the cover of Playboy proved to all of us that it's all right to have more than one of the same thing. For a third selection, I think it would be wise to choose someone tiny but voracious, naughty but nice, and a pick that will make every other female you know outraged by the fact that you find her attractive. Christina Aguilera is no longer a genie in a bottle. If anything, she drank whatever was in that bottle. Although an encounter with Miss Aguilera would leave one in a body cast, Daddy Brian still likes. I think it would be appropriate to slow things down a little, and bring in an older woman. My nominee is Meg Ryan. It's time to do some cuddling, time to bring out your sensitive pillow talk type guy. Meg is elegant and cute as a button. Her touch of maturity might even make you throw out that moldy old porn collection that has been hiding in your closet for the past fi\e years. The ideal choice for the fifth and final addition to your very own Top Five list should be someone famous, but more unheard of. An individual that you would become enamored with, but maybe your buddies won't. Did anyone ever hear of Paige Davis? I am embarrassed to admit this, but Paige is the host of a home-decorating program on the TLC network called "Trading Spaces." This show isn't exactly flowing with testerone, but when I saw her it was magic, and now I am a faithful viewer on weekdays from4-5:00p.m. She Said It was difficult to choose the top five celebrities that I would grant the opportunity to spend one night with me. On a more realistic note, what famous person could be desperate enough? Anyway, .I have revised and revamped my Top Five list since that Friends episode so many seasons ago, and still many of you ladies will disagree with my list. Have I laminated my list at any point? Although Ross did, no. There are just too many guys out there to choose from. I have had everyone from Josh H1lrtnett to ·Richard Gere on my list, but change is good. To begin my list, I have to cheat like Brian and go with two. Like the Dahm sisters, these guys consider themselves brothers--the duo of Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. Ben initially won me over as A.J. in Armageddon. Who wouldn't want Ben playing with animal crackers on their stomach speaking wi~h a horrible Australian accent? He might be getting a lot of publicity. lately due to Latina lover Jennifer Lopez .. However, I'd like to steal him from J-Lo and introduce him to K-Ca. Matt, at first; didn't make my heart stop. However, after he starred as the mathematical genius in Good Will Hunting, he ,was difficult to resist. My number two pick would be Mark Tremonti. He is not only Creed's lead guitarist, but also my future husband. Our wedding plans began on August 7, 200Z when I stood just ten feet away from him at Montage Mountain ... he mouthed the words "I love you, Kyla" ... Actually, he was singing "My Own Prison," but whatever. I caught his guitar pick. Coming in at number three is Brad Pitt. I know, he's got that excessive grunge thing going right now, but one look at those perfect lips and baby blues ... I was on my first date in high school when I fell in love with him in the movie Seven. Although I was disgusted by seeing the large naked man who died from the sin of gluttony, seeing Rad Brad was worth not eating spaghetti for three months. BY KYLA CAMPBELL Beacon Staff Writer Number four would have to be Matthew McConaughey. There is just something about his Texas talk that turns me on, especially in A Time to Kill. Luscious blonde locks ... alluring cheekbones and lips ... captivating eyes. (C:::ould I possibly use any more adjectives to describe his sexual appeal?) Come hither. Finally, choosing number five has always been difficult. I have the actors, the musician, but what about the athlete? What about the old, yet hot man? Well, the Giants' Jason Sehorn made the list until he got burned for numerous touchdowns in the last two NFL post-seasons. I considered Brett Favre, but he wasn't quite old enough, so I settled for him as my alternate. Brian, you picked Meg Ryan. I picked her ex-better half--Dennis Quaid. Dennis fills the older man slot (he's in his 40s) and the athletic type (he starred as a pitcher in The Rookie and the quarterback in Any Given Sunday). His eyes and smile are irresistible, and he still may be rebounding from losing Meg to Russell Crowe. Maybe I do have a shot... . �8 FEATURES FEBRUARY 13, 2003 Deans Search: Arts and Humanities INFORMATION COURTESY OF MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS Last week The Beacon began the first of a two-part series profiling the first of four candidates for the Deans positions in the School of Science and the School of Arts and Humanities. This week we conclude the series with the candidates for the College of Arts and Humanities, Dr. Tom Baldino and Dr. Darin Fields. The statements offered here are the candidates' letters of application for the Dean position. Dr. Tom Baldino's interview will take place today, February 13, and Dr. Darin Fields' interview took place on Wednesday, February 12. All information courtesy ofhttp:// course. wilkes.edu/2Deans/Documents/arts/. DR. TOM BALDINO: I wish to be considered for the position of dean of the reconfigured College of Arts and Professional Studies. As requested, I enclose my curriculum vita as well as a statement of my teaching and educational philosophies. After considerable private thought and reflection as well as discussions with my wife and closest friends, I dec\ded to seek this administrative position. With nearly 25 years as a full-time faculty member, such a change is not made lightly. But, I do feel that, at this stage in my career, I have the skills, experience and temperament to make the successful transition to an administrative position. Moreover, I believe that I can make a contribution to the advancement of the University's mission. Therefore, with the vacancy in th~ dean's position, it seems logical that I apply. I was hired at Wilkes in 1991 to serve as chairperson of the department of political science and public administration, which , until July 1, 1998, was an integral part of the School of Business, Society and Public Policy. At that time, a major administrative reorganization, undertaken to reduce costs, consolidated three schools - B.S.P.P., Liberal Arts & Human Sciences, and Science & Engineering - into the College of Arts, Sciences and Professional Studies. In the B.S.P.P. School, I worked with colleagues in the fields of business, economics, health administration, international studies, sociology, accounting, anthropology and social work. I was in the forefront of an effort to integrate our school's curriculum. We developed an introductory, team-taught course for the school (of which I was a team member), and we planned to introduce a senior-level capstone course in the future. We called for the careful identification of student and course goals and program outcomes at every stage of our discussions .so that we could easily incorporate methods of assessing student progress and program succe ss. The maj or reorganization of the University in 1998 al so brought about a consolidation of departments. Political science was clustered with anthropology, communications, economics, health services administration (which was phased out), international studies, and sociology. The division also housed the student radio station, newspaper, public relations agency, television studios, distance learning facilities, and survey center. After an internal search, I was appointed chairperson of the division of social sciences and communications, effective January 1999. I was informed that many of the members of the new division specifically recommended that I receive the position. Within political science, I led the redesign of the curriculum in 1991-1992, and again in 1996-1997. One of the highlights of our curriculum is that it is developmental, articulates student goals, identifies course goals by level, and incorporates a senior project as afinal method of assessing our students. I was also successful in the creation of a fiveyear BA - MBA program and a five-year BA- MHA program. During my time as division chairperson, my colleague's and I developed and implemented the criminology major. Finally, several years ago I planned for an MPA program, condu<.ted a needs assessment, and gathered information from National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA) on accreditation. Unfortunately, the same conditions that necessitated the consolidation of our schools and departments have moved my proposal off the agenda of the University for the foreseeable future. As a faculty member'at Juniata and Wilkes, I taught courses in political science and public administration. My public administration courses are designed around case studies where students write professional memos in which they analyze problems and offer solutions based on theory. I also developed placements for student interns in the state legislature and the Congress, the boroughs of Huntingdon, State College, Edwardsville, Kingston, and the cities of Wilkes-Barre, Philadelphia, and Harrisburg, law offices in many cities, including New York, and the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. I find supervising interns to be a rewarding experience, an opportunity to see students mature as well as to network in the communities. Ten years ago, Dr. Michael Garr and I established the Survey Research Center at Wilkes. In my capacity as co-director, I went into the community and solicited woF-k for the Center. We received contracts from all types of business !ind non-profit organizations, from newspapers to religious groups, and in doing so, we expanded Wilkes's contacts into diverse constituen- cies. We continue to use the Center as a tool for extending Wilkes's reputation, as well as bringing projects to campus that employ Wilkes' students. As a chairperson at Juniata and Wilkes, I served on numerous faculty and administrative searches. For searches that I led, I routinely received compliments on their organization, thoroughness, and the quality of the final candidate pool, especially the diversity of candidates. I feel that I am an excellent judge of talent and character. Individuals whom I have hired have become good friends and valued colleagues. Since January 1999, I have worked with the dean of the college ancl the other chairs to standardize departmental procedures and to create policies for budgeting, Dr. Tom Baldino evaluating faculty release-time, and hiring adjunct faculty where none existed. I served on two subcommittees of the chairs studying faculty and chairperson evalua-~ tion instruments and criteria. I drafted a proposal for evaluating vacant faculty positions and establishing uniform steps for advertising, recruiting, and interviewing new faculty. I have also contributed in the area of outcomes assessment within the college; for example, I lead a workshop on the capstone experience for faculty, One of the less formal responsibilities of a dean is to be an ambassador for Wilkes in the larger community, and I believe that I have some experience in this area. My work with the Survey Center, on the Luzerne County Government Study , Commission, the various Op/ed articles that published and press interviews that I gave over the years, and. the various opportunities that I had to speak before community groups (e.g. as a Commonwealth Speaker), brought me into contact with many constituencies that aqvance the awareness of Wilkes, and hopefully, enhance its reputation. While I have enjoyed my time as a faculty member and chairperson at Wilkes, I am ready for another challenge. I believe that I have much to contribute to the CASPS and the University - its faculty and students. I will bring energy and a fresh perspective to the dean's office as well as a deep faith and commitment to the liberal arts tradition and its relationship to professional programs. Also, I anticipate working with the faculty as an equal to encourage excellence in the classroom and in professional activities. It would be a privilege to be selected as the dean of the College and to become a part of the team to help lead the college's faculty and students in the future. DR.DARIN FIELDS: I write to apply for the position of Dean of the School of Arts and Humanities at Wilkes University. Since becoming a faculty member in 1993, I have been a consistent advocate for positive growth and change in the institution. My service as Chair of the Division of Humanities, my service to the University on numerous faculty committees and advisory panels, and my deep commitment to student learning qualify me, I believe, for this important leadership position. No longer at a crossroads, Wilkes is planning its future and moving toward achieving the challenging goals it set for itself in the Strategic Vision and Participative Planning process. Creating two colleges out of the College of Arts, Sciences, and Professional Studies will be an important milestone in this . larger process. It marks the end of an organizational and administrative structure born out of institutional and fiscal crisis and the beginning of a new academic leadership structure, a dean's council. This team will have an unprecedented opportunity to provide responsive and collaborative leadership guided by the goals and processes of the Strategic Vision. I am eager to participate in this important work. My service as chair of the newly created division of humanities has tested my mettle and prepared me for this challenging opportunity. In 1999, the universitywide consolidation of twenty-two departments into eleven came at a time of significant institutional distress. The programs in English, History, Philosophy, and Foreign Languages did not have a strong record of positive interaction, collaboration, or unity of purpose. In some areas of concern, the programs were adversarial. I accepted the appointment while an assistant professor in the process o · tanding for tenure, and I assumed leadership of a division with 9 tenured and 4 junior faculty, adjuncts in four different disciplines, and no secretary. Nearly all the faculty viewed the "realignment" as a temporary situation to be endured. In that uncertain and somewhat contentious atmosphere, I sought common Candidates continued on page 9 �9 FEATURES Candidates Continued from page 8 Wilke& Employees Glenn Gambini Hometown: Wilkes-Barre Position: Dishwasher Q: What is in your CD payer right now? A: The Oldies Q: What are your plans for Valentine's Day? A: To spend time with my family and also to work. Q: If you could go on vacation tomorrow, wberewouldyougo? A; Florida Q: What do you lik~ most about working at Wilkes? A: I love the kids and I love my job. Q: What is your favorite hobby? A: I like to go to bars and stuff I Shirley Chmielewski Hometown: Wtlkes-Barre Position: Server Q: What is in your CD payer right now? A: I don't',have one. i's Q: What are your plans for Valentine's Day? A: Send cards to my friends. Q: If you could go on vacation tomorrow, where would you go? · A; Atlantic City Q: What do you like most about working at Wilkes? •e e A: The kids and it's fun Q: Wbatisyourfavoritehobby? A: Playing the daily numbers--which I never win. n. ty- in )f ty in Danielle Karshnak Hometown: W.tlkes-Barre Position: Preparer/Cook Q: What is in your CD payer right now? A:AvrilLavigne, Q: What are your plans for Valentine's Day? A Working Q: Jfyou could goon vaca mon;ow, wht~ would you go?' ·. .-A: Cancun 4;;.' + ~ ., '1Wf01~\ ' , ""< ' Q: Whatdo)'oulike most abou working at Wilkes? A: The people ' Q: What is your favorite hobby? A: Going to clubs on guiding principles and asked the group to do three things: l) to think honestly, critically, and creatively about the way in which we delivered our programs. 2) to search for opportunities for innovation and change in a climate of uncertainty. 3) to learn to function as a collective entity. My goal was to focus faculty attention on shared problems in order to arrive at shared solutions and an overall sense of purpose. But to succeed as a leader and to earn the trust of my colleagues in different disciplines, I had to listen, learn, and care about all of the programs under my guidance, a process that was invaluably rewarding to me. I am proud of the way the Humanities Division has found its collective purpose. We have learned to collaborate, to support each other, and to build bridges. This shared sense of purpose has allowed us to embrace our individual disciplines within the larger context of ,_ humanistic study and the institution as a whole. It has aided us as we have developed a collective Humanities mission supported by specific programmatic mission statements, redesigned our General Education offerings to address the new core curriculum, increased the number of majors in nearly all of our programs, preserved our programmatic strengths amidst significant faculty retirements and staffing reductions, developed new curricular initiatives that reach across the disciplines·in Humanities and out to other constituencies in the institution, sought support for our programmatic and curricular efforts through grant development, developed outcomes and made a real start at assessment planning and imple- mentation . The Humanities Division has made remarkable progress since its creation four years ago, and I am proud of the work the faculty have done in not just surviving, but strengthening and building our programs through a turbulent period. As I look to bring these experiences to the task ofleading a larger, more diverse academic structure, I would emphasize the principles that have guided me well over the last four years: honesty, openness, collegiality, decisiveness, good humor, and focus on the collective goals of the unit. They are the same principles I have brought to other areas of institutional service. From my first semester at Wilkes forward, my academic unit functions within the institution. By seeking appointment as a dean, I cross an important boundary of identity in my professional life. I have felt deeply for all of my professional life that being a teacher was the single most important function that l performed in society. At a recent leadership retreat our Provost asked division chairs ifwe viewed ourselves as teachers who administrate or as administrators who teach. The majority of us saw ourselves as teachers first and administrators second. It has been with excitement, but also with some trepidation, that I have considered this administrative appointment. My love of the classroom and the rewards of aiding students along Dr. Darin Fields" their learning record of service consistently journey are integral to who I am demonstrates growth and and to why I chose a career in commitment to the advancement academia. of our students, programs, and Now I am drawn by the Wilkes University as a whole. opportunity to foster student While faculty committee work can learning and academic excellence seem onerous and time-consumin broader contexts. We all have ing, it is vitally important to the an obligation to help our students life of the institution, and I have secure the essentials of intellecalways approached my service on tual vigor and develop the faculty committees with energy resources for life-long learning. As and preparedness. In addition to I have learned from being a regularly serving on faculty division chair, much of the work of standing committees, I have also an academic leader involves volunteered and been appointed facilitating--clearing paths to to ad-hoc and administrative excellence and removing barriers committees relating to technology to success. and, currently, strategic planning But another essential implementation. Service on element of academic leadership committees such as FAC and involves seeing paths that Strategic Planning has provided otherwise may not be apparent the opportunity to work closely and locating resources and on important institutional efforts opportunities that otherwise might such as budget planning, program not be discovered. In these development, faculty governance, endeavors, there are great rewards assessment, and enrollment with for me because they speak directly faculty, ~cademic deans, the to my obligation to foster learning. Provost and President, and the I am drawn not just to the various constituencies reprevocation of educating, but also to sented on these committees. the opportunity to shape educaWhile my work as a division tion itself. I am excited at the chair has provided essential prospects for Wilkes, and I wish experience in leading and develop- wholeheartedly to be part of the ing an administrative unit, it is my leadership team that will be service in larger institutional instrumental in bringing the contexts that has aided my institution, its faculty, and most understanding of how programs, importantly its students to higher divisions, schools, and the entire levels of excellence. �10 FEBRUARY 13, 2003 FEATURES Wilkes Loves Valentine's Day BY BECKY HILBORN Beacon Correspondent Are you ready to make your loved one melt this Valentine's Day? Did you stock up on red hearts, cards, chocolate, and stuffed animals? Or did you opt for something unusual this year? Perhaps you are opting to spend this Valentine's Day like any ordinary Friday night. There are varying opinions as to the origin of Valentine's Day. After496 A.D., when Pope Gelasius set aside February 14 to honor St. Valentine, the date slowly evolved into one that honored the patron saint of lovers. But a variety of ways to celebrate the date have made this a unique holiday. The Beacon wanted to know what Wilkes students had planned for Valentine's Day. Catherine Klotz, sophomore education major, feels that Valentine's Day is repetitive. "Valentine's Day is so predictable," said Klotz. "For the girls, you get a card with flowers or maybe a gift like a stuffed animal or an article of clothing . (lingerie if you are lucky). For the boys, you also get a card that quite frankly you cduld care less about and the privilege to take the girl of your dreams out to a fancy dinner on you." But others find ways to break with tradition. Nothing says Valentine's Day is just for couples. "I am going out to dinner with my girlfriends," said Patty Duffy,junior political science major. "Your girlfriends are great to go out with if you are in-between boyfriends." In fact, big group celebrations seem to be a trend at Wilkes for celebrating the holiday. Sophomore political science major Nancy Mark said, "I am going to a party at my friend's house." But oth~rs prefer the traditional romance of the holiday. Meghan Quinn, junior education major, is turning her Valentine's Day into a Valentine's weekend. "I am going to go away with my boyfriend for a long weekend and enjoy our time together," said Quinn. For couples, the most common way to celebrate Valentine's Day seems to be the traditional dinner date. Adrienne DeFuria, junior education major, admitted to being one of the many going to dinner on Friday night. "My boyfriend is taking me to dinner. I don't know where. He said it was a surprise," said DeFuria. "I love Valentine's Day because it is a day to show the people you love that you really appreciate what they do for you." R.J. Rossi, senior communications studies major agreed. "I am probably going to take my girlfriend out to dinner, but I don't know yet," he said. Sophomore communication studies major Lindsey Wotanis also said that she didn't yet have plans for the holiday, but that she and her boyfriend would probably be going out to dinner. But for all of those who do celebrate, there are many who see Valentine's Day as just ~nother day to go about their daily routine. Those people don't get caught up in all the love that is floating in the air. "I am working at Target until late and then I am going to the bar with a bunch of my friends," stated Ermond Santanna,junior history major. "Valentine's Day is no big deal to me." Valentine's Day is a day of love and appreciation whether you are going out with your friends, a significant other, or just sitting arou.nd alone. 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CHECK US OUT TODAY !!!! 570-823-5124 EHO �FEBRUARY 13, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 11 Ways to Say "I Love You" on a Budget BY JESSICA SKUTACK Fingerprint Hearts Beacon Arts & Entertainment Editor Courtesy of http://familyfun.go.com Materials: You will need a red stamp Hearts are abundant, every storefront and shopping outlet is decked out in pink and red, the price of roses h~ skyrocketed, and greeting cards in a certain section are scarce ....You've guessed it. Cupid is around already, and there's little time left to decide how to tell that special someone that you love them. For most people in college and on a tight budget the traditional gifts like roses, candy, a dinner out, or jewelry may be a little too costly. So this Valentine's Day be creative and win that special someone over without emptying the bank account. Alternative V-Day Cards Instead of just buying a runof-the-mill Valentine's Day card, try _ something different. Make a card for virtually nothing and in very little time. There are lots of varieties and designs to choose from. Here are two to get started: Accordion Hearts pad, notecards or paper, and a crayon or marker. Step One: Press an index-finger into the ink pad. Then stamp a V-shaped 5-inch Courtesy of http:// familyfun.go.com Materials: You will need heavy construction paper, doilies, wrapping paper, photographs, and colored markers or paints. Step One: To start, cut a long · narrow rectangle from heavy paper, then fold it into four equal squares, accordion-sty le. Step Two: Then glue down a different heart for each square, using photographs, wrapping paper or other paper. Step Three: If desired, a border can be created with a thin line from various markers or watercolors that have been unevenly mixed so that they form a changing, rainbow border. heart on a notecard by joining two finger prints at the bottoms. Step Two: Use a marker of crayon to compose a sweet nothing and then sign the card with love. For additional Valentine's Day card ideas check out the website listed above, visit www.marthastewart.com, search the Internet for your own favorite site, or use your own imagination. .-----------~-..,.....-=...,.....,.....------..,.....--..,.....--..,.....-.--, Will"~the·Real Martifi.,;p; Scorcese Please Stand".:,Up? A Twist on Traditional Flowers Instead of throwing money away on flowers that will wilt within a week or to make flowers last longer try these two ideas: Recycled Flower Placemats Courtesy of Terri Bose Materials: You will need clear contact paper, flowers and leaves and scissors. Step One: For each place mat, cut two pieces of contact paper approximately 12" x 18". Peel the backing off one piece and place it sticky side up on the table. Step Two: Remove blossoms and leaves from their stems and arrange them on the sticky side of the contact paper. Press everything flat with your fingers. Some flowers will work better if you remove the petals and use them individually. Step Three: Peel the backing off the 2nd piece of contact paper. Place it sticky side down over your arrangement. Do not worry about lining up edges exactly. You will probably get some wrinkles. Just press everything , down as flat as possible and your place mat will look beautiful. Trim around all edges with scissors. Romantic V-Day Rose Wreath Courtesy of Kim Tilley Materials: You will need a hot glue gun and glue sticks, dried or artificial roses, a heart-shaped Styrofoam base, and red spray paint (or a color that will match your roses). Step One: Spray paint the Styrofoam base in a color close to that of your roses. Let dry. This step keeps any white Styrofoam from showing through on the finished wreath. Step Two: Take off any stems from the roses, you want them to be as smooth on the bottom as possible without falling apart (keep the calyx on, the green "x" shaped part of the stem underneath the flower that holds :~::;~:~: :~~- ~~ ~:~~/~:t::::;·t!u:~emake buds. Step Three: Hot glue the flowers, face up, onto the wreath, completely covering it. Step Four: Hang, using wire twisted at the back, or a pretty ribbon. Enjoy! ,;,•: Dinner Alternatives BY MADELINE WOLL . March 21, 2003. There {!re four categories Make Your Own Meal Beacon Correspondent for the films: Dr~a; Coroedyl Actiol!,, Restaurants can be noisy, are often Lights. ·camera:~·f).ction.jhefirst Other. " ,· · crowded on this special day, and can, at Wilkes University Film Festival l$ about to On April 12 tl'!e films will be screened times, ruin a perfectly good mood. This begin. · "' . " , T b()th bythv public anct,.by'the'panel of Valentine's Day stay home instead and make Sponsored by the Programming judges in the Grand Ballroom on the 2nd your loved one's favorite dish . It's afford~q,~ , the first of its ltjnd co?1p~g~~rtw,!1-! tloo,; qf in!?Heocy Stude~t:<!enter. The able, thoughtful, and you can set the mv1te students to create their own)pde~n- ''paneLgf:Jlidge& will 6ons1;t'of one student, ambience all on your own. So get out the dent films and present them in a ptiblfo if, ~ • e faculty tnember, imd,,.an experienced film candles, the soft music, and hit the kitchen. venue. "The Wilkes gni~~rsity fil · ge.J:pe,~i~ers Willt;e~ye~h l'lfizes. For recipe ideas look to out own will let Wilkes students express t 09, second personal food column Tasty Tidbits, visit creativity on film;;;;e-l!-J?lajped •, www.foodtv.com, or learn the secrets -to your Leng, Programming~o~a en restaurant's best recipes at chairperson: '';, ''" .,, www.kopycat.com. The rules of the copt tjvjJy. Bring the Movies to You Any stuaent m,ay 'sui)mit a:Ji ' Another fun way to spend time at maximµip lengf!l !JYijµte~ l home with your loved one that is also ..._ ___, entry fee is $5;'The1iubmissi9n affordable is to rent a good movie. Make Wilkesto Sponsor -S tudent Film Festival and ~pg _______________________________ your own popcorn, buy your favorite movie candy, grab a blanket, hit the lights, and snuggle under a blanket while you watch your favorite flick. This can be an addition to making your own dinner or can be a stand-alone way to say you care. Creative Gifts and Sweet-Nothings Heartfelt Pancakes Courtesy of Lynne Bertrand To kick off the day, serve some heartshaped pancakes. You can use your regular made-from-scratch pancake recipe with a splash of extra milk for fluidity or simply use your favorite pancake mix. The key is to sift the flour so that lumps won't gum up the process. For a "pen," funnel the batter into a squeeze bottle with a hole in the cap, such as a clean chocolate syrup container. On the griddle, shape the hearts one lobe at a time. Top with fresh berries and maple syrup. Mirror Messages Courtesy of Lynne Bertrand The mirror, a place everyone looks at least once during the day, is an inspired place for a love note. You can scribble something nice like "You're the one I love" with lipstick (it'll come off with glass cleaner). Or you can use acrylic paints right on the glass (the paint can be lifted off with a razor blade by an adult). A wreath of animals or a quirky "Roses are red ... " poem is fun, too. Valentine's Day Love Coupons Courtesy of www.angiesrealm.com Make up coupons that the love of your life can redeem whenever they'd like. Write the coupons on little pieces of red or pink construction paper cut into hearts and place them in a small box surrounded by Hershey's Kisses, Hershey's Hugs, Red Hots, Valentine's Day heart candies (those little candies with messages on them), etc. Decorate the box however you'd like; maybe paste on old valentine's day cards (cut out just the pictures); or cut little hearts out of red construction paper and write little love messages on the paper and then glue those on the box . Another idea would be to staple together different colored sheets of construction paper to make a booklet). Decorate the front and back of the booklet with fancy designs, stickers, etc. Yet another idea is to make your coupons, roll them up tightly and place them, along with a Hershey's Kiss, into Valentine's Day balloons and then blow them up. Your sweetie has to pop each balloon to claim their goodie. Write each coupon on a separate page (poems, stickers, pictures, etc. can also be added either to the bottom of the coupons themselves). Well, this certainly isn't an allinclusive list of creative ways to say "I Love You" on a budget, but at least it's a start. The old adage "it's the thought that counts" fits perfectly with this holiday that celebrates love and togetherness. �' FEBRUARY 13, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 12 ....· ...·. •:t . ..\,,l . I l •.· ·•t ...... · I l the legendary taste CHECK OUT OUR #J Regular 12'" ond Bread, . The best pizza in town is now the best deal for delivery or takeout! '!,:t':4}'~;. V . -~ • . . e 16"' 11 a,ead;ttl The family Available alt dayam1 eYeryday (~Ii-Ory Of bk.co.ul} s · ·. Party f>ack 1 La1ge lti' Pizzo. 1 lorge Order (16) Wings and 1 Orce, ot #5 MouoreJia Sticks · $18.95• . We deliver to Wilkes· University Grotto Pizza Gateway Center, Edwardsville 331-FAST (3278) • Does not include tax. gratuity. or deUvuy char., e. �FEBRUARY 13, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 13 Press Play: Lacuna Coil BY CHRISJ'SCHERSICH Beacon Co"espdndent Italy has been known for its strong operatic singing, but that's not all this country has to offer musically. Throughout history, Italy has been k~wn for blending the classic with the innovative. Today in the musical realm, Milan's prolific Lacuna Coil has best translated this Italian consciousness into a new hybrid of music. With three fulllength albums and two EPs released in a fouryear span, each of(ering has furthered the articulation of the subtle, solemn beauty that Lacuna Coil creates. Lacuna Coil translates to "empty spiral" in English, a definition that betrays the rich flexibility of their music. Comalies, their latest full-length album, maturely exhibits the trademark gothic overtones and simplistic disheartening theme of their haunting musical ·· landscape. Leaying all comparisons to Draconian Times-era Paradise Lost and The Gathering's Mandy lion-era behind, Lacuna Coil brings miraculous expression to their collision of melody and metal. Originally formed in 1996, the band teamed up with producer Waldemar Sorychta (Sentenced, Samael, Tiamat) in 1998. The band's most eventful year proved to be 1999, with an impressive tour schedule in support of that year's release, In A Reverie, also produced by Sorychta. Sharing stages with Skyclad, My Insanity, Grip Inc., and Samael, they debuted at the esteemed Dynamo Open Air Festival in The Netherlands, the Metal Mania Festival in Poland, and Italy's prestigious Gods Of Metal Festival. Following an appearance at the Altheimer Open Air Festival, they toured with Swiss gothic legends Lacrimosa and reaped the praise of fellow musicians, critics, and new-found . #1 consciousness with "The Ghost Woman And The Hunter" with lyrics such as "Staring at the sun/no rays down on me/ I call you in my arms/embrace is unreal. You're moving on/we'll never be apart/just drain my tears/I cry aloud." And delve into the gripping lyrics of "Angel's Punishment" with such lyrics as "The bitter blood of a children's cry/inside the truth far from my sky. Can't you take me away from your lies?" Overall, this is a great CD. I've been listening to it almost non-stop everyday since the day I got my copy of it. If you're a fan of metal, or of great music, I highly recommend this to be part of your collection. For more information visit the band's website at http://www.lacunacoil. fans. At first this album caught me by surprise. I hadn't heard the previous full-length albums or EPs. I was expecting either roaring death metal vocals or the bolstering power metal vocals. It is suprisingly very melodic. With the dual, well-balanced vocals of Cristina Scabbia (female vocals) and Andrea Ferro (male vocals), and the three piece harmonies of the guitars, it caught my interest almost immediately. It is indeed difficult not to get pulled into the dream-like quality of the world Lacuna Coil creates. It floods you with a myriad of heavy and hypnotic sounds. The epic, 13-track feel of their latest melodic invention, Comalies, will quickly lead listeners to believe that an incredibly Futuristic Innovative; Graphics . Inc. Your personal epiphany is about to happen. Each song contributes to the -buildup, encouraging introspection while documenting the sadness that this particular journey uncovers. Comalies is another dynamic exploration of Lacuna Coil's soulfully somber and stunningly enigmatic musical alchemy. Intoxicate yourself with the seething regret in "Swamped," with such lyrics as "Destiny can't replace my life/Scary shadows of my past are alive." Consider "Entwined" to be the accompaniment-to falling from an emotional cliff in slow motion, with the lyrics "I wonder how can I live on and on/when you want to live in a hurry/You are the wall/fhat I have to remove/And I swallow, I swallow my pride." Soar into unknown depths of screen ·printer for ·· ·- 1 Pree Commemorative W.i nter Weekend Shirt for every 10 shirts you order. Ca:I1 or stop by for a quote! •.L ocated in Downtown Wilkes-Barre 115 South Main Streot WHkes ..Barre, Pa, 18701 570-823·9272 Percussionists to Pound out New Rhythlll in NUArts Gig BY ELVIRA ILLIANO Beacon Staff Writer Wilkes University's New and Unusual Arts Program will present a free concert event on Tuesday, February 18, at 8 p.m. in the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for Performing Arts. Previously known as "New and Unusual Music," the New and Unusual Arts Program (NU Arts) was created last year by Wilkes University's Director of Choral Activities and NU Arts Coordinator, Steven Thomas. .,,A number of years ago there was something like this program. It had stopped for a while so I decided to resurrect it in a slightly different form," explained Thomas. One of the main reasons that pushed Thomas to restore this program was the variety of music present in today's society. Coil continued on page 14 �14 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Coil Continued from page 13 "Apart from pop music, which is basically Thomas. about making money, there is 'art music' Although Wilkes University students which is not directed that way," indicated will not directly participate in this concert Thomas. He continued, "There isn't much event, they will have the opportunity to exposure of that kind of music [art music] voice their opinion and ask questions. and I think that, as an educational institu"There is going to be a question and tion, Wilkes has a responsibility to educate answer period after the performance. It will people about it." certainly benefit our students," said Terry Zipay, Chairman of Wilkes Thomas. University's Visual and Performing Art All are invited to attend this free Department, has helped Thomas with the NU Arts program and is very enthused by its development. "It has been my great pleasure and privilege to work with Professor Thomas as he developed his idea of a venue for contem-· porary art music into the NUArts series," stated Zipay. Tu_esday's performance will feature per ·ussion performances by Members of the band Lacuna Coil United States Air Force Concert Band members Marc Dinitz, Adam Green, and concert event. "This particular concert Scott Pollard. should be especially exciting and stimulatSnare drums, marimbas and bass ing. Challenge yourself to get outside of drum are but a few instruments audience your commercial music box," encouraged members can expect to hear in such pieces Zipay. as "M us1que de Table." "The music is very. For more information about the different from what people are used to. It NU Arts program, please contact Steven will be very rhythmic and sometimes very Thomas at extension 4434 or by e-mail at loud. You will hear a lot of things you thomasu@wilkes.edu. probably haven't heard before," indicated •.................... .......•..... ~ - • • •• • •• • •• • •• • : • : • : • : • : • : • : • ~ This We~k in Entertainment History February 13, 1971 - The Osmonds, a family singing group from Ogden, Utah, -e started a five-week stay at the top of the pop music charts with "One Bad Apple." They were regulars on Andy Williams' television show from 1962-1967. The group got their start in 1959 as a religious and barbershop quartet. Together, the Osmonds had 10 hit singles in four years, and four -of the songs were top ten hits. February 14, 1996-The artist formerly known as Prince, age 37, returned to his hometown of Minneapolis and, under his given name Prince Rogers Nelson, married his backup dancer fylayte Jannell Garcia, age 22. . February 15, 1986 • A first in the music biz: Whitney Houston reached #1 on the music charts with her single, "How Will I Know", which replaced a song recorded by her first cousin, Dionne Warwick("That's What Friends Are For"). February 16, 1950 • What's My Line? debuted on CBS, and ran for 18 successful seasons. It was awarded two Emmys for best qui.z/panel show. John Daly was the show's host. The panelists on the debut show were Dorothy Kilgallen, Harold Huffman, Louis Untermeyer and Dr. Richard Hoffman. February 17, 1989 - ;\n exhibit at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Illinois required the viewers to stand on a United States flag mounted on the floor. February 18, 1999 • The much-anticipated departure episode on NBC's ER of Dr. Doug Ross, played by George Clooney, aired, and was the top-rated show for the week and earned a higher Nielsen rating than it had in many months; each ratings point represents 994,000 households. February 19, 1992 • In Florida, the 64-year-old award-winning playwright Edward Albee was arrested on a Key Biscayne beach for indecent exposure. *This information provided courtesy ofwww.uselessknowledge.com~ •* .. .......... . .......... . .. . -,.,~ •- . .. . .. '.~/..:.r!...r-:,j_'__' _f"_j'..;,_•_J_ tJ, · ~ FEBRUARY 13, 2003 :Ja~/y Jrc/b.rfs Valentine's Day is the holiday for couples in love. It is that time of year when hearts are beating BY MELISSA GALLUP fast. and stomachs are filled with butterflies. Beacon Staff Writer Or maybe that's just the sound of your sweetheart's empty tummy. Whatever it may be, save some of your hard-earned cash this Valentine's Day and heat up your kitchen (and your relationship) by preparing a special and romantic dinner for two. Your sweetie will definitely thank you for it! Here is a sample of the perfect Valentine's Day Dinner: Rib Eye Steak with Stilton Sauce Recipe courtesy of Gourmet magazine 1/4 pound Stilton, softened (1/2 cup) 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup dry ~bite wine ' 2 teaspoons freeze-dried green peppercorns 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 teas·poons minced fresh parsley 1eaves l I -inch thick rib-eye steak (about 1 pound) Watercress sprigs for garnish In a bowl cream together the cheese and the butter until the mixture is smooth. In a saucepan boil the wine with the peppercorns until it is reduced to· about one tablespoon, add the cream, and boil the liquid until it is reduced by half. Reduce the heat to moderately low, whisk the cheese mixture, a little at a time, into the cream mixture, and whisk in the parsley. Remove the pan from the heat and keep the sauce warm. Heat a well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat until it is hot and in it ~ook the· steak, patted dry and seasoned with salt and pepper, for four to five minutes on each side for medium-rare meat. (Alternatively, the steak may be broiled under a preheated broiler about four inches from the heat for the same amount of time.) Let the steak stand on a cutting board for ten minutes and serve i 4 cut into thin slices. with the sauce and garnished with the watercress. Chez Louis Potato Pie Recipe Courtesy of David Liederman 5 pounds Idaho or russet potatoes · 24 tablespoons butter (or duck fat) (4 sticks) 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped garlic 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley Salt and freshly ground peppet to taste Peel the potatoes. There should be about 4 1/2 pounds when peeled. Drop the potatoes into cold water until ready to cook Bring enough water to boil to cover the potatoes when they are added. Add salt to taste. Add potatoes and cook 25 minutes, or until they are slightly undercooked. They wilJ coo.le later in the oven. Meanwhile preheat oven to 450 degrees. Drain the potatoes and put them in a large heavy skillet. Sprinkle generously with pepper and add 16 tablespoons of butter. Using a large heavy spoon, cut the potatoes haphazardly into chunks, each about two inches thick. Let them cook 12 to 15 minutes, turning the pieces over so that they brown evenly. Meanwhile, heat a large heavy skillet (preferably a 12-inch, number ten black iron skillet) until it is hot and almost smoking. Melt the remaining eight tablespoons of butter in a saucepan and pour it into the skillet:Add one tablespoon of the garlic and the potato mixture, mix together and then flatten it on top with a large heavy metal spoon. Let cook moderately high heat for three minutes. Place the skillet in the oven and bake 15 minutes. · Remove form the oven and pour off the free butter from a und the sides, taking care not to let the potatoes fall form the skillet (this butter may be recycled and put to other uses, such as scrambling eggs). Cover the skillet with a heat proof round dish, such as a pizza pan. In~ert the skillet onto the pan, allowing the potatoes to fall evenly on the pan. Place the pan in the oven and bake 15 minutes longer. Pour off any freeflowing butter from the pan. Carefu]ly slide the pie from the pizza pan or other pan onto a round serving dish. Sprinkle the garlic into a circle in the center of the pie, garnish around the circle of garlic with an outer circle of chopped parsiey. Serve with the perfect roasted chicken, T-bone or roasted lobster. For more tasty recipes, visit: ...__ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _www.wilkesbeacon.com _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ___, �FEBRUARY 13, 2003 SPORTS 15 Ithaca Bo01bs Colonels in Dual Meet Fleisher and Harris look to MAC championships BY WILL MIDGETT Beacon StajJWriter The Wilkes wrestling team traveled to Ithaca on Saturday to t~e on the 12th ranked Bombers. The Ithaca squad showed Wilkes why they are in the top 15 in the country as they defeated the Colonels 30-9. Wilkes remained scoreless all the way through the 165-pound weight class. when it received its first win from sophomore 174 pounder Rex Harris. With the exception of Harris, senior heavyweight Cory Fleisher was the only other Colonel to earn a victory. The team was also without the help of junior 133-pound John Muscarella ( 14-11 ), and junior 184-pound Jon Neyerlin (22-7). "Without Neyerlin and Muscarella," said head coach Alan Zellner, "we were behind the eight ball when it came to Ithaca." Fleisher faced Ithaca's Eric Wisecup and pinned him in the third period in a time of 5: 18. With this latest win, Fleisher advances his record to an incredible 27-2. Become a Lifesaverl Donate Plasma that Is needed for mflllons .of people each year ... ·IBPI1nterstate Blood & Plasma, Inc. 41 S. Main St Wilkes Barre, PA It's Safe and Convenient Donate Todayllllll He also increased the school's pin record to 17, surpassing his record of 12 from last year's campaign. "He is an exciting wrestler to watch," said Zellner. "He's a pinner and he scores a lot of team points." Last year, Fleisher won the MAC Championships, which gave him a berth to the national finals. He was also ranked 8th this season in a Division III pre-season poll. Against Ithaca, Rex Harris fashioned a close 8-5 decision over Andrew Lock. "The kid was good," says Harris. "It was basically my mistakes, but it was a close match." Harris now has a record of 28-3, and is ranked 8th in Division III. With the MAC Championships coming up in two weeks, Harris is anxious to move up to the next level. "I don't have to prove anything to anybody," he explained. "I just want to get to the finals of nationals." Harris has a good shot of accomplishing his goals, but it won,'t be such a walk in the park on the road to nationals. In order for a wrestler to reach nationals, he ha~ to win his entire conference, and somewhere along the way, Harris will have to face Josh Housekeeper of Delaware Valley. Housekeeper is currently holding the number two spot in Division III at 174. Harris and Housekeeper wrestled twice last year. Harris got the upper hand in a 13-5 victory in last year's Spartan Invitational at York College. Housekeeper then bested Harris in the Colonels dual match against the Aggies with a 6-5 decision. The two grapplers are poised for a showdown at the MAC Championships next week. "I beat him last year and he beat me," commented Harris. "It's going to be a good match." It's a dog-eat-dog sport and the journey to nationals in the 174-pound weight class will go through either wrestler. With the loss to Ithaca, Wilkes dropped its record to 15-12. The team will travel to Gettysburg this Saturday where they will also face Lycoming and Scranton. r-------------------------------------~ I I I I I I I I Bring this coupon in todaylll I I I I I I ~-------------------------------------~ We are looking for a Nanny for our nine year old girl for after school and some weekends. We would prefer to have you live in our home at Harvey's Lake, but would consider live out. Please respond with your qualifications to lynnb@twinstacks.com. �SPORTS 16 FEBRUARY 13, 2003 Colonels Stornt Back in Second Half, Down DeSales BY DENNIS FERENCHICK Beacon Editorial Board Chair After scoring just five points in a sub-par first-half performance,junior Dave Plisko erupted for 22 points in the second half to lead Wilkes University to an 82-72 come-from-behind victory over conference rival DeSales on Wednesday night at the Marts Center. Juniors Phil Bonczewski and Mike Morgan scored 17 and I 5 points respectively, while freshman Rashawn Pressley added 13 for the Colonels who improve to I 6-5 overall and 7-4 in the Freedom Conference. Sophomores David Bright and Kyle Koch scored 18 and 17 points respectively for the Bulldogs who fall to 17-5 overall and 7-4 in conference play. While the majority of the first half consisted of sloppy play from both teams, Wilkes appeared especially lackadaisical, turning the ball over I I times and getting out-rebounded 20 to 13 by the Bulldogs. The Colonels, however, entered the locker room down on1y seven. "I thought we were a couple of plays away from being up at the half," said head coach Jerry Rickrode. "They got a couple of rebounds on missed foul shots, and we gave them some baskets. But I told them that we just needed to chip away at it, get it one possession at a time." Suffering from the effects of a pregame nap, Plisko connected on only two of eight field goal attempts, including just one for three from behind the arc during the firs t half. However, he was able to shrug off the grogginess and help spark his teammates in the second. "I played terrible in the first half," said Plisko, who scored a game-high 27 points. "I just thought I had to come out and step it up [in the second halt]. Actually, I took a nap before the game, fell asleep about 3:00, planned on waking up at 4:00, and didn't wake up until 5:00. I was kind of out of it after that.'.' Colonels continued on page 17 The Beacon/Kristin Hake Ryan Milford looks to pass through a double-team during Wednesday night's game. Lady Colonels Overrun by DeSales Offense BY KEVIN SICKLE Beacon Sports Editor Capitalizing on a 17-0 run, DeSales University (20-2 overall, 9-2 in the Freedom Conference) exploded for47 first-half points on its way to an 85-57 victory over Wilkes University (12-10 overall, 4-7 in conference) in women's Freedom Conference hoops action Wednesday nigh! at the Marts Center. Teri Antolick drove the lane for two on the first possession of the game, and the Bulldogs never looked back. Following a _three-pointer by freshman Andrea Kacprowicz, Wilkes found itself down 9-6. From there, DeSales went on its shooting spree. The run began with a shot from longrange by Alyssa Antolick and continued over the next three minutes. The Bulldogs got a pair of buckets from Holly Liebl and a triple from Jen Netwall on their way to a 266 lead at the 12:07 mark. Wilkes trimmed the deficit to eight as late as the four-minute mark of the first half. Kacprowicz ended the Bulldog run with a three and added another two minutes later. Senior Whitney Bull added four points and sophomores Danielle Kresock"and Andrea DeMaranville both hit a pair from the . charity stripe to cut the lead to 35-27. DeSales then used six free throws and a bucket al the horn to close out the · half. Liebl, Erica Reed, and Alissa Antolick each hit a pair from the line and Teri Antolick's layup at the buzzer gave the Bulldogs ~e 47-31 halftime lead. Thtj Lady Colonels came out of the locker room cold; shooting adismal 25 percent from the field in the second half, leaving them little chance at a comeback. After seeing their lead trimmed to 12 j ust two minutes into the second half, the Bulldogs then went on a 15-2 run on their way to the win. Liz Kelly keyed the run with five points, while Jen Netwall and Erica Reed each hit from distance to give DeSales the 66-43 lead. DeSales would later push the lead to as. much as 32 with nine minutes to play to seal the win. Kacprowicz hit a pair of free tnro'ws and Kresock sank one with 30 seconds to play, but Jen Rautzhan scored down low with IO seconds remaining to close out the scoring as the Bulldogs handed the Lady Colonels an 85-57 defeat. Kacprowicz led the way for the Lady Colonels, scoring a game-high 21 points. Bull finished the game with her 17th double-double of the season, scoring 18 points and grabbing I 6 rebounds in a losing effort. Alyssa Antolick lead five Bulldogs in do_uble figures, scoring 19 points. Netwall andLieble each chimed in with 13. Teri Antolick finished with a doubledouble, tallying IO points and IO boards. Erica Reed also scored IO in the win. The Lady Colonels will be looking to fight their way back into playoff gosition over.the next week as they travel ~o Delaware Valley College on Saturday at l p.m. They will then go across town to _- play what may prove.to be one of.qte , most important games in the rivalry to date, as they visit King's College next Wednesday beginning at 6 p.m. The Beacon/Kristin Hake Freshman Andrea Kacprowicz passes through the lane in- Wednesday's game. Spring Break 2003 Cancun, Acapulco, Jamaica, Baliamas and Florida. Groups s~ve up to $120 ·per room! STS @ 1-800-648-4849 www.ststravel.com �FEBRUARY 13, 2003 17 SPORTS Swan Graces the Court with Style BY KYLA CAMPBELL Beacon Staff Writer His trendy, smooth •uits make him stand out on the bench. His eyes always portray exactly what he is thinking. His smile is brighter than his diamond-studded earring. Many students on campus know the friendly face--his name is Corby. But on the court, he's Coach Swan. Swan's roots run deep within the Wilkes University men's basketball program. He was a member of the team in the mid-90s and now serves as the full-time assistant coach. Swan played on the 1995 Colonel squad that advanced to the Elite Eight in the NCAA tournament. "My most memorable experience from that time period was in 1995 when we went to Connecticut for the Sweet Sixteen game," said Swan. "We had an unbelievable comeback against Williams College to advance to the next game." Following the 1995 season, Swan took a few years off from school, but decided to go back. He re-enrolled at Wilkes and majored in music education, graduating in 2000 with a Bachelor of Music (BM). He continued his education at Wilkes and went on to receive his Master's Degree in Education, concentrating in Classroom Technology. It took him one calendar year to finish, while serving as a Graduate Assistant coaching the basketball team. Swan is in his fourth year as an assistant coach for the team, and this is his second season serving as the full-time assistant coach. "I split my duties between being the assistant coach and the Director of Intramural Activities," he said. His previous coaching experience came from working different summer basketball camps as a counselor. "I enjoy working summer basketball camps with kids of all ages," he added. Swan also serves as the coach of Wilkes' junior varsity basketball squad, which is currently undefeated. This past summer, Swan traveled all the way to Lubbock, Texas to work at a camp for the notorious Coach Bobby Knight, ex-head coach of Indiana and current head coach at Texas Tech University. He also traveled to coach at camps at Seton Hall University, as well as St. Joseph's University. More impressive than his willingness to travel to coach is his ability to reach the players on the court, especially the Colonels. "I think that the players know I played on some good teams here under [head coach Jerry Rickrode]. Having done that, they know that when I speak, it's from experience," said Swan. Having played for Rickrode, he feels he is able to convey to the players exactly what the head coach expects and wants from them. Swan is confident in his decision to enter the coaching profession, and he enjoys all aspects of it. "My favorite part is the recruiting process and then watching tht; players develop in their time here at Wilkes," said Swan. He feels that seeing the players flourish as student-athletes at Wilkes is very rewarding. "It makes the time that I spend recruiting them well -worth it." Like Swan, most of his teammates from the 1995 squad have gone on to become coaches at different levels or continued to play basketball professionally. Swan is consistently busy with the men's basketball program with practices, games, and recruiting. DnnnnnnDnDDD D D Z caSh for ~our D D cornp,act <JiScS Z D DD D www.musicalenergi.com also buying &selling: DVDS•VHS VIDEO GAMES RECORDS TAPES .... •fl .... •fl Z mUS/CflL ENERGI Z D D 59 north main street • Wilkes-barre • 829-2929 D ,-. •fl best selection best prices PO~TER~ I . __ , Jewelry ,ncen~e cool gifts D ,-. •fl DnnnnnnnnDnD The Beacon/Kristin Hake Assistant Coach Corby Swan offers instruction during Wednesday's game. Prior to his full-time assistant coaching job, his love for music was evident as he was part of The Collective, ·a popular local R&B group, and sang the National Anthem at football and basketball games at Wilkes. Thankfully for the blue and gold, his love for basketball won the full-time position. It's In The Game The Wilkes University Intramural Program held the l"' Annual John Madden PlayStation 2 Tournament on Thursday February §Ill, 2002. The double elim~nation tournament had 20 participants and took over S·hours to complete. At the end of the night, freshman Karsaul Josiah and his Philadelphia Eagles prevailed over senior Bob Calarco and the St. Louis Rams 28-14 to claim the title. Sophomore Bill l3-utler and Sophomore Mark Angelo were also semi-finalists in the event. If you have 'interest in any other Intramural activity please contact Coach Swan at ext. 2703 or via e-mail at swan@wilkes.edu Colonels Continued from page 16 "I think our whole team was out of it before the game. We were clapping and stuff in the locker room, but nobody seemed to have any energy at all. Then in the second, we just had to come out and play." Wilkes finished the game shooting 48 percent from the field, including 44 percent from three-point range, and 80 percent from the foul line, while holding DeSales to just 44 percent from the floor and a meager 15.8 percent from behind the arc. The Colonels also out-rebounded the Bulldogs for the game, 38 to 33. "We needed to get the split with them, because down there [at DeSales] that was a heart-wrenching loss," explained Rickrode. "It was a good win for us to get another step closer to being a play-off team . It's like I tell my assistants every season, let's just get to 16-5 and things will start to fall into place. Now we need to get the next one." Up next, the Colonels will face the Delaware Valley College Aggies on Saturday at 3:00 p.m. in Doylestown, PA. �SPORTS 18 FEBRUARY 13, 2003 Fl BY DAVID OiMARTINO Beacon Staff 1'\1riter Is the NBA kidding me? They hype this All-Star weekend for about two months and then their headline performer to kick-off their festivities on Saturday night was the B-52's singing "Love Shack." In this day and age of the NBA, I can just picture Shag and A.I. getting down and doin' the LOVE SHACK SHIMMIE ... Can someone please hire an interpreter for Stu Scott? ... Antoine Walker might have been the fattest contestant to attempt the 3-point shootout. He just missed the money-ball on rack two ... And my last All-Star weekend thought-other than the impure ones running through my head of Mariah Carey and a Jordan jersey dress-~the NBA needed to rename the game of HORSE between Magic and Isiah to CRAP, because that's what it was. I really hope someone at the NBA got fired because of that disaster ... In the terrible State the Pittsburgh Penguins are in, can owner/ player Mario Lemieux trade himself to a contender for the stretch run? ... Martha Burk, the head of the National Council of Women's Organizations, made her first visit to Augusta to scout possible protest sites for the Masters in April. Possible signs carried by the group could include slogans, "Green looks better on us," and "We have balls too" ... Antoine Walker has just made it to the 5th rack ... During his first live batting practice on Tuesday, Yankees outfielder Hideki Matsui hit six homers in 67 swings. Also reported Hideki Matsui made.three stops in the bathroom, doing a number 1 twice and once dropping a number 2 ... In May, Jerry McKinnis host of "The Fishing Hole" and co-host of "The CITGO Bassmasters" will be one of the five members of the 2003 induction class into the Professional Bass Fishing Hall of Fame. The other four members inducted could not comment on their accomplishment until the hook was released from their gills ... Former Olympic skater Tonya Harding will make her professional boxii:ig debut on February 22nd on the under card of a Mike Tyson fight. . Her opponent's biggest worry is making it into the ring witlwut being hit with a tire iron ... Orlando Magic center Shawn Kemp was suspended without pay for violating the league's substance abuse policy for the third time on Tuesday. Magic coach Doc Rivers commented that, "He's not a bad guy at all." You're right Doc, in this day-in-age a drug addict with ' catnmmtts ,1 I ~; t :... LARGE _ 11 Lettuce. 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Top Round, Cheese, Mushrooms, Onions, Peppers, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayonnaise Cheese Steak (MOP) _ $5.75 Mushrooms, Onions and Peppers Cheese Steak - - - - $5.50 Onions and Sauce ITALIAN HoagiE _ _ _ $5.50 Ham, Cappicollo, Salami, Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions and Dressing Hot Ham and Cheese _ $5.50 7 oz. of Boiled Ham and Provolone Cheese Manlcottl with ChEESE Fillln,'llgJ-_ _ _ _ $ 6..7S Wine Sauces A Tommy's Special Sauce and Provolone Cheese SPECIALTY PIZZA PASTA Chicken $7.95 Tuna, t"hHH, Mwihroonu, Oniono;, Special Stasoninp. Salsa, Onion, Ground Reef, Lettuce and Tomatoes Serves 2-3 Ham. Cappicollo. Salami, Sweet Peppers, Cheese, $5.25 SICILIAN STYLE TACO PIZZA I Cuts $9.50 (') TOMMY POCKET Susoninp. - - - - - - ~ ~ m a n Cut 52.05 DRESSINGS -----------------------@ . -.?,. 2s, lo go 8r01.-culi,Checse, SwEd PEpl)Ers. Mushrooms. Onions and SpEcial 5Easoning. j Tossed Salad _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ $3.75 Side Salad $2.50 CALZONES With Select Cheffcs .and Seasonings Bed, ChttSt, Salsa, Leuuct, Tomato, Onion, Sped.II Susonin111. ~ ~e QUARTS OF HOMEMADE SOUP 54.50 WHEN AVAILABLE ... Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, Mushrooms, Green Peppers, Cheese and Tuna Add $11.75 (Serves 3-4) Grilled Chicken Salad _ _ _ _ _ _ _ $4.95 Tuna Salad Platter _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ $4.95 Cappicollo and Salami BROCCOLI TUNA Soup Of The Day - - - - Bowl $1.95 French Onion Crock $2.95 4~... ~•t'i..1?::r~ Ham, CbHSr, Mushruonu, 011iunli, l'rppcronl, Prp~n, S;uasace, Sp~d11l SclbOrungs. MWihroonu:. OnltJRS, Special MEDIUM _ $9.75 2B3-0545 AND SALADS $6.50 (Serve!! 1-2) i QI.ormr Soups~ has STROMBOLI SMALL _ as Saint Shawn ... I'm David D. and I just missed LOW & OUTSIDE. Jhe Wilk~s UniVe{$ity R61Jei H09key team bier) ~truggling this season due to a small and injl,lry--plagued squad. Pictured~bove, seniornoalie Mike Burke has been the lqn~...btigh(spp~s for the Colpne!s,, Wilkes ~ill be traveling to New Jersey this weekend:in maj6r competition·. . ;, , . ,. · REGULAR · a . 13 children to about seven different women is not bad. After his suspension, he should receive an award and possibly be canonized SpaghEtti and ChlckEn Parmlglana _ _$7.2S StuffEd Shells with ChEESE Fllllng _ _ $6.7S All Pasta Dinners include Salad and Garlic Bread. All Items Available for Take-out - Add 25¢ Meatball and Cheese _ $5.50 Tuna Hoagie _ _ _ _ $5.50 Chunk Light Tuna, Cheese, Lettuce, Tomatoes and Onions Mushrooms so, • Hot or Sweet Peppers SOt Extra Cheese SOt All ltEms on our MEnu arE MadE Fr•sh to Ordt!r and May TakE a Llttla Extra TlmE. Thank You for Your PatlEncE �SPORTS FEBRUARY 13, 2003 19 Colonel Clipboard On Tap aturday .... Women 's Basketball at Delaware Valley, I p.m. Men's Basketball Wilkes 82 Results Athlete of the ,Week Cory Fleisher, Wrestling In Review olonel Comeback Saturday DeSales 72 Mens Basketball Wilkes 72, Drew 65 DeSales Men's Basketball at Delaware Valley, 3 p.m. Wrestling at Gettysburg* /Scranton/ Lycoming, 2 p.m. • onday Womens Basketball at Lebanon Valley, 7 p.m. ednesday Venafra Clifford Weller Koch Zinn Welsh Tepi;ovich Spadt Bright Totals fg ft 1-2 4 2-3 2 2 0-1 5 6-8 3 0-0 2 0-0 1-2 0 1-1 2 2-2 8 28 13-19 tu ft fa: 3-5 5 7-8 . 8 4-4 4 7 3-3 2 3-5 1 0-0 27 20-25 tu Women's Basketball 10 Drew 78, Wilkes 71 6 4 Wrestling 13 Ithaca 30, Wilkes 9 6 4 1- Mooday 6 18 Women's Basketball 72 'Lebanon Valley 65, Wilkes 44 Wilkes Women's Basketball at King's, 6 p.m. Mens Basketball at King's, 8 p.m. *denotes home institution Pressley " Plisko Morgan Bonczewski . fytilford Dorzinsky Totals 13 27 15 17 7 3 82 For more sports information, visit: www.wilkesbeacon.com Beacons Best Bet ednesday- Basketball at King's, 6 and 8 p.m. e rivalry moves across town as the Colonels and Monarchs o battle pivotal games for both the women and the men. Wednesday The senior, the defending Middle Atlantic Conference champion in the heavyweight division, registered pins against two nationally-ranked squads last week to up his season record to 272. He registered wins in matches against the College of New Jersey and Ithaca College last week. The heavyweight, who improved his school record for pins in a season, pinned Carlos Panfili of College of New Jersey (then ranked seventh in the nation in the weight class) at the 4:08 mark. He then followed up that performance with a pin of Ithaca's Eric Wisecup in 5:18, marking his I 7th pin of the year. Fleisher is from Duncannon, PA. Numbers Of the Week Mens Basketball Wilkes 82, DeSales 72 - Women's Basketball DeSales 85, Wilkes-57 For more sports information, visit: www.wilkesbeacon.com 21 Points scored by freshman Andrea Kacprowicz in Wednesday night's loss to DeSales 22 Points scored by junior Dave Plisko in the second half of Wednesday night's win over DeSales 28 Wins by ·sophomore Rex Harris for the Wilkes wrestling team so far this season Donna Kowalczyk's Salon at419 823-8966 419 S. River St., Wilkes Barre Travel With STS Americas #1 Student Tour Operator Jamaica, Cancun, Acapulco, Bahamas, or Florida Sell Trips and Earn Cash Travel Free Information/Reservations 1-800-648-4849 or www.ststravel.com Hours Weds. and Fri 9-5 Sat. 8-4 Mon., Tues., rhurs., and Evenings by appointment �B' Bi SC 01 N SC SI re S< n Today, Febuary 13 V a Oxygen Bar: 11 - 5 p.m., Henry Student Center Ballroom p \ b Hall Social/Secur:.ity Presentation: 9:30 p.m., Weiss Hall The Beacon/Mick Jenkins ACTION! Members of the cast of "Guys and Dolls" rehearse for the upcoming play. C } Delaware Valley: Raisin Hill: 9 p.m., Mu' Tuesday, Febuary 18 C Mardi Gras: 4:30 p.m., Henry Student Center Ballroom NUArts: 8 p.m., DOD Lobby - 'Sunday, Febu~ty 16 Guys and D 8 p.m., ODD Wednesday, Febuary 19 Bingo: · 8tp.m.,· Henry Student Center Ballroom American Red Cross Blood Drive: 10 - 4 p.m., Henry Student Center Ballroom Quys and Doll;! 0 Women's Basketball at King's: 6p.m., :tp. Guys and Do![s: 8 p.m., DOD ·Mqnday, Febuary Women's Basketball at Dela lp.m., ·<:,:· <:t< . $?" Men's Basketball at Kings: 8p.m., 17 ;, No''Events Scheduled: (1 . Wilkes-Barre Weekly Weather TODAY 31/20 u 1 FRIDAY 34/24 SATURDAY 37/30 SUNDAY 37/31 MONDAY 44/25 TUESDAY 36/15 WEDNESDAY 28/14 The Beacon welcoines notices of events ... publicize, it's free! Post your event by visiting www.wilkesbeacon.com or email wilkesbeacon@hotmail.com r t � 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 2003 February 12th Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 February 12 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