Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
nual phonathon, "Every Gift Mercyhurst. decided that the wireless Inter- "Hopefully we can expand my lap top all over the house
filminPACfrom8-llp.m^| net would be a good way to pro- (wireless Internet), and we are without missing anyone's mes-
vide the students with an Inter- also looking to add it to the Stu- sage," Bearer said.
net service,; She said that they dent Union in the near future," The way technology has
Guess Who? Duct tape: the universal tool had tested the wireless Internet she said. evolved in a short period of
in the Warde Townhouses last Benekos said the College does time, it is not out of the ques-
year and it was partly success- not have any current plans to tion that the wireless service
ful. expanding the wireless Internet will be faster and more reliable.
"The feedback we received ihroughout the campus as of And soon Mercyhurst will be
from those students was about now, but it's not out of the connected into a wireless In-
50-50, some really liked it and questional think as wireless ternet college.
others thought it was a little. grows and becomes more reli-
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Index
News 1
News • 2
Features 3
Features 4
Features 5
Opinion 6
Opinion >
A&E 8
A&E 9
Sports 10 Danielle Prokop/Contributing Photographer
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Sports H Dr. Federici volunteers to be duct taped to the wall In Testing for wireless Internet In the Hammerm Library is underway. The service is
Sports 12 the Union for a Model UN fundraiser last Friday. already available In the Warde Townhouses.
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fiance of segregation laws in the Auburn Avenue, once the hub was established at Clark Atlan- s.
South during the 1950s and of civil rights activities. "Some ta University, an Atlanta street
1960s, Lowery helped to bring of us are living the dream, but was named for him and the At- Lorraine
the movement to the forefront most people, including whites, lanta Public Schools system tWi
of America's consciousness. are not. Today's generation created a lecture series in his
Yet much of his work went un- does not have to worry about honor.
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noticed, overshadowed by the lunch counters and sitting at the One of the things that made O Within minutes of
memory of a beloved martyr. back of the bus. But they do the civil rights movement work, * * the shooting, a
On Monday, the nation was have to deal with police brutal- according to some historians, Ajdbeay bundle containing a
Remingtonrifleand
observing King's 74th birthday ity and getting unj ustly fired and is that there were many com- -1 some of Ray's ^
as a federal holiday. While abused at the workplace. Ev- petent people involved in it. And belongings was found
erything has change, and noth- ,7 In doorway of Canipe
many Americans believe there King, they said, understood that i
Amusement Co.
would have been no national ing has changed." as well as anyone.
civil rights movement without People sometimes ask Low- "All of these people were
King, activists agree that with- ery if he resents so much of unique individuals, and King un- A Ray later said
out people such as Lowery and the attention going to one man. derstood that he was not better f= ^ he was changing
others who were not in the In a demanding, raspy voice, than the others by some incal- a car tire when King
limelight, the war on segrega- he quickly answers, "No." was shot and had
culable measure," said David bought theriflefor
tion could not have been won. He does worry, though, that Garrow, a historian at Emory Jim's Gr A 7- "Raul," who he said
When King needed someone the message of the civil rights University. 7 was the real killer
to deliver the list of demands movement has been lost in the Rev. Lowery was actively in-
to Alabama Gov. George Wal- hoopla. Across the country, the volvedfromthe beginning, but
lace during the historic march holiday was celebrated with he was less well-known large- O2oosmr
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from Selma to Montgomery, he concerts, parades and a day off ly by accident of geography. Graphic Lart WfotMr mnS Phi 0 * 6 , Chicago Tltunft
turned to Lowery, a respected from school or work. Saturday When Birmingham was in the
Methodist minister who had led night, the King Center in Atlan- news, he was in Nashville, and This graphic summarizes the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on April 4, 1968, in
local protests in Alabama. ta hosted its annual $200-a-plate by the time he got to Birming- Memphis, Tenn. by James Earl Ray
When King was gathering a banquet at a glitzy downtown ham, things had moved to Sel-
group of ministers together in hotel. Lowery was not there. ma. we can do now is stimulate and the streets. He was vice presi- Lowery, who has been married
Atlanta to form the Southern He never has been. "We have an old saying that agitate." dent of the SCLC from 1957 56 years to his wife, Evelyn, is
Christian Leadership Confer- "I think Martin would appre- for everyone, voting is a sacred An eloquent speaker with a to 1967, during the time King thankful that he is still able to
ence the group that fueled the ciate the honor and respect. Ev- right. But for us (blacks), it is sharp sense of humor, Lowery was president. At the time, the carry on the work that needs
movement Lowery came up erybody does. But that was not a moral obligation. One of our travels across the country de- SCLC was $ 10,000 in debt and to be done. His next goal, he
from Mobile to become a co- his main thing. I think he would biggest problems is getting livering the message that began its chapters and affiliates had said, is to finish writing his
founder. And when King deliv- be disappointed that people young people energized," Low- a half-century ago. He has dwindled from 11,000 to 400. memoirs.
ered his "I Have a Dream" have too much honor-the- ery said. "That kind of spiritual spearheaded economic agree- Looking back, Lowery said he "Martin always said he would
speech in Washington, Lowery preacher and ignore the ser- energy has to come from with- ments with Shoney's Restau- is proud of what the civil rights not live to be 40, and he didn't.
stood only a few feet away. mon," he said. "He was com- in. And the old people have rant and the Publix grocery movement accomplished, and My greatest accomplishment is
Following King's assassina- fortable with kings and princ- failed to give our young people chain, and he instituted a gun for the role he played in it. that I am still alive," he said.
tion in 1968, Lowery was es, and with paupers and the kind of stuff they need to buy-back program that has tak- But as a generation of civil "And I thank God for letting me
among those left to carry on the pimps. He was man of the light the fire in their belly. Al 1 en more than 20,000 guns off rights icons slowly dies out, be here."
Rumsfeld supports asylum for Iraqi 49, told the New York Daily
News on Saturday from his
West Haven, Conn., home. "I
p. The university postponed a
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have a wife and three kids, but
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the world what you have. He's they said was Saddam's lack of that this man is going to come ty pledge event in New York
ByJodi E n d a | As he spoke, tears rolled
not doing that. I mean, you cooperation. down in any other way than to when their sport-utility vehi-
Knight Ridder Newspapers down his cheeks a reflection
could spend years and years They said that when weapons be forced," she said on NBC. cle rammed a tractor-trailer |
Defense Secretary Donald roaming around a country that inspectors update the U.N. Se- Last week, weapons inspec- of the mood at the Yale cam- that had jackknifed on the
Rumsfeld said Sunday he would size trying to find underground curity Council Jan. 27, the U.N. tors found a cache of 12 chem- pus a day after the horrific car highway.
support granting Iraqi President tunnels and see where he's lo- and the administration will have ical warheads, in unopened crash that killed Fenton, 20; | Hackley, 49, had pulled up
Saddam Hussein immunity from cated things." to judge whether Iraq's coop- boxes that Iraq had failed to Kyle Burnat, 19, and Andrew to the side ofthe road to help
prosecution if he would leave Both Rumsfeld and Powell eration is sufficient to avert report to the U.N. Dwyer, 20. the tractor-trailer's dazed
his country in order to avoid a said separately Sunday that the war. "The question we have to ask The fourth student, Nicho- driver.
war. United States expects to know Meanwhile, Rumsfeld and ourselves is are these just sort las Grass, a 19-year-old soph- It was pitch dark. Hackley,
Despite Rumsfeld's com- quickly whether Saddam is ful- Powell endorsed a notion re- of remnants left of a program omore from Mount Holyoke, who has been driving trucks
ments, he and other adminis- filling his obligations under a portedly being floated by the of the past, or are I hey tips of Mass., died at St. Vincent's for 30 years, grabbed a flash-
tration officials continued what United Nations resolution call- Saudis and others that Saddam an iceberg?" Blix said on CNN, Hospital in Bridgeport, Conn., light to look inside the SUV.
appears to be a march toward ing on him to disarm. If Iraq is should consider seeking asylum around noon Saturday. "In all these years I've been
war. Rumsfeld and Secretary going to cooperate, "that's for himself, his family and top Injured in the 5 a.m. ES'I ac- driving a truck," he said, "I
of State Colin Powell said the something you're going to Iraqi officials in another coun- cident were senior Eric Wen- don't remember seeing an ac-
question was not whether Unit- know in a matter of weeks, not try. I • *r-<L pel, 21; sophomore Zachary cident as bad and as heart-
ed Nations weapons inspectors in months or years," Rumsfeld Rumsfeld told ABC that al- Bradley, 19, and freshmen breaking as this one."
find a "smoking gun" in Iraq said. "Time is running out," though he is neither in the White
which they say they have not Powell said on CBS. House nor the Justice Depart- Eam$1 i i» Ill for your Student Group
but whether Saddam is assist- "We can't just keep bounc- ment, he "would recommend in just 1 hours!
ing the international effort to ing this ball down the street." that some provision be made so
find and dismantle weapons of College lundraisinfi made Simple. Safe and
On a weekend of large anti- that the senior leadership in that
mass destruction. war demonstrations in Ameri- country and their families could Multiple fundralilng option* available. No carwashes. Noraffles.Just success!
Fundmhlng dates are filling quickly. Get with the programs that worfcl
"The test is, is Saddam Hus- ca and abroad, Powell, Rums- be provided haven in some oth-
sein cooperating or is he not feld and National Security Ad- er country. And I think that that
cooperating?" Rumsfeld said viser Condoleezza Rice made would be a fair trade to avoid a
Sunday on Fox. "That's what the rounds of Sunday talk war." ™ : 1? KRT
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FEATURES
I knew I had many options. need for housing, and must be ilies that need shelter. 2. Your roommate does not accept what is written on the
Very unsure as to whether or willing to partner with Habi- Through Habitat I have dis- have to be your best friend or description.
not I had enough enthusiasm tat, just to name a few. covered how giving people your mother. 9. Be open to new groups
and energy for graduate school Also, the homeowners must can be when it comes to oth- 3. You are not the only one and ideas. You are starting over
to receive a Masters in Art complete a total of 300 hours ers needs. who doesn't know what to do again and you want to meet as
Therapy, 1 began exploring of "sweat equity" (physical I must thank my family, with the rest of your life. many people as you can.
other options. work) on their home and oth- friends and Mereyhurst staff 4A Dorm food is not as bad 10. Find a club or a niche
One thing I was sure of was er homes. for being supportive of my as you have heard. It's worse. so that you don't get lost in
my continued desire to do Currently, I am living in a decision to dedicate a year of 5. Don't fall into the two the crowd.
something meaningful with Habitat built house with three my life in service to others. hours or 12 hours of sleep 11. Have fun but remember
my life, so I began investigat- other AmeriCorps members. Without them I would not gang. Find a happy medium to work hard, too. Don't ever
ing AmeriCorps National Ser- Through AmeriCorps I am have allowed my wings to because time is a bitter ene- lose sight of either.
vice. given a living allowance as stretch. I could not be more my. 12. Visit the campus before
After months of research well as an educational award blessed in my current situation 6. Try to remember names of you agree to attend.
and contacts, I discovered File photo of $4725 to put towards pay- and encourage any of you who people you meet.
Katie Krupka ing off loans or for furthering are unsure about what to do
Fort Worth Area Habitat for
Get date
Humanity in Texas, and com- has built more than 100,000 my education once my term with your life to search your
mitted. homes and has more than of service (one year) is com- heart and think about taking a
During my four years at 2,000 affiliates. pleted. year to dedicate your life to
Mercy hurst I was able to get Habitat is a hand up, not a Our home was built by a others.
involved with Habitat. hand out, nonprofit "ecumen- high school group specifical- If you are interested in find-
Freshman year it began with ical Christian housing minis- ly for AmeriCorps members in ing out more about Habitat Valentine's Day with or just
please go to www.habitat.org, By Courtney Nicholas another person to hang out
my community service hours try" which strives to eliminate the summer of 2001.
poverty housing and home- for the Fort Worth affiliate go Featured editor * with and build a friendship
through Dr. ForsthoefePs Re- I enrolled into the program
ligious Persons and Traditions lessness. as the Assistant Volunteer Co- to www. fwhabitat. org, or for with submit some simple
class. There is no interest on loans, ordinator as well as Construc- other AmeriCorps programs Are you tired of being information to
I joined with another class- since the houses are built by tion worker. go to www.americorps.org. single? featuremerciad@mercyhurstedu.
mate and did Habitat in Erie. volunteers, and the money that While I juggle from job to Be wise with your decisions Does every one of your Email your name, major,
Then, for spring break my is put forward to purchase the job, I am very fortunate to and follow your heart. May friends have significant others age, interests and hobbies, and
sophomore year I went to Tal- house by the homeowner is gain experiencefromboth per- God bless you in your endeav- and you are the only one that the number you can be reached
lahassee, Florida. put into a revolving door spectives. ors! A fellow Mercyhurst does not? Does the thought at if another reader wants to
I became the president of which helps other houses to Not only is it great fun to alumni, Katie Krupka of Valentine's Day just make respond to your information.
Habitat on campus and led the be built. work with so many power you want to cry? I f you would like to include
Well the Merciad has the your Instant Messenger name
answer to your problems; a with your information, please
T h i s w e e k : R o m a n c e is ad i s t r a c t i o n f o r A q u a r i u s
plex few days: Stay calm and Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. Co-workers and key offi-
By Lasha Seniuk avoid unnecessary arguments 20). cials may be unpredictable
Knight Ridder/Tribune News or power struggles. Late Tuesday new financial and easily annoyed this week.
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22). information or workplace Avoid discussing controver-
Jan. 20-26, 2003 Before Tuesday pay special plans may trigger serious sial solutions to office prob-
Aries (March 21-April attention to revised instruc- group discussion. lems. At the moment, long-
tions and official paperwork. Revised business methods term colleagues are not open
20). to revised business methods.
Social and romantic Workplace communications may be the result of moody
invitations have a powerful may be politically complex decisions by key officials. Mid-week a close friend
effect over the next few-- and, if not properly handled, Inappropriate reactions will may request assistance with
days. Many Aries natives will could easily become unman- be brief. Remain patient and a continuing social or roman-
now experience increased ageable.? v watch for an attitude of ac- tic dilemma.
Refuse to let minor tasks ceptance to soon reappear. Vague loyalties, canceled
attraction in all key
turn into major undertakings. Thursday through Saturday plans or unreliable promises
relationships.
After Wednesday new finan- enjoy the company of interest- may be at issue. Don't allow
Late Wednesday someone
close may request that a cial information will work to ingfriendsor potential lovers. your emotional resources to
choice be made between your advantage. Before mid-February flirta- be drained^'Mistrust will be
friends. Take your time;! Provide loved ones with tion and uniquely seductive at- ongoing.
before February lovers and clear deadlines, payment dates traction ;wi 11 be an ongoing If your birthday is this
long-termfriendswill expect or records. Accuracy is now theme. week... closefriendshipsand
vital to lasting success in the Aquarius (Jan. 21-Feb. new romance will steadily ex-
reliable promises. 19) pand in the coming months.
Thursday through Sunday
also highlights financial
home.
Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. - M Before late April expect key
Romantic intrigue may be relationships to demand add-
progress or new job options. tions with family members or may ask for special consider- 21). m ?; distracting over the next few
distantfriends.After Saturday ation. Romantic introductions Follow your first impres- ed emotional dedication.
Study the comments of days. I | Loved ones will soon ask for
authority figures for valuable rest, contemplate, dream: and rare group invitations are sions this week. Over the next New relationships, howev-
There's much to do. at issue. specific dates, times or prom-
clues. *j few days a subtle social dis- er, may be chal lenging and un- ises. #
Taurus (April 21-May 20). Cancer (June 22-July 22). i Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). pute may reveal an important reliable. Subtle comments can
Early this week afriendor Powerful memories may turning point in a new relation- Remain balanced and clear-
New workplace information now be easily misinterpreted ly express your needs. You
will soon reveal mismanage- work mate may offer unfair captivate attention this week. ship. as overtures of seduction.
criticism or subtly attempt to Expect loved ones to be high- Some Sagittarians have re- won't be disappointed. After
ment or unethical behavior on Avoid complicated emotional mid-May a 10-month period
the part of employers. I derail your confidence. ly focused on yesterday's cently witnessed unethical triangles, if possible, and wait of fast business advancement
This week some Taureans Respond with distant, philo- events or failed expectations. conductfromafriendor busi- for obvious signals. After Sat- arri ves. Key officials or men-
may feel a strong need to eval- sophic thoughts; at present, Letfriendsor colleagues re- ness associate. If so, opt to urday an older relative or friend tors will press forfinaldeci-
uate career options. Remain there is no need to publicly ad- live past moments of glory and search out new friendships may require delicate family ad- sions, new goals and realigned
silent, however, and wait for dress the ego needs of dis- watch for slow progress. Self- and expect a clear path to soon vice.?
gruntled colleagues. After mid- esteem may now require an be revealed. priorities.
added facts to arrive. Early Financial mistakes, missed Don't hesitate to offer your
next week business relations week workplace power strug- extra boost. Later this week business fi- business opportunities and
gles begin to fade. m After mid-week business re- nances may be unusually com- skills. Valuable career oppor-
will return to normal. past disappointments may be tunities and new partnerships
U After Fridayfriendshipsand Friday through Sunday search proves rewarding: new plicated. Avoid new invest- a key concern. |
travel plans or unusual educa- partnerships or financial ven- ments or last minute agree- Pisces (Feb. 20-March will arrive throughout the
romantic passions will flour- summer months.
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minute invitations, coy com- pealing. Openly discuss all cre- Remain cautious, however,
! pliments or subtle overtures for ative ideas with loved ones until paperwork is complete
and provide a fresh perspec- and verba I promises are final-
your affection. t \
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I turns. Over the next few days Business relationships may Monday through Wednes-
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What legacy are you leaving Zeta-Jones pulled out the little
black dress, off the shoulder
style, and it couldn't have
looked more elegant. Most of
for future generations? the black gowns had one major
thing in common: Simplicity.
Whether they were long, short, Unlike Boyle, Nicole Kidman has a good
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sense.
Have you ever thought about of thousands of people are sheer or beaded, the gowns Though colored gowns may rings, but she was smart and
people who have made a dif- Questioning Faith nudging the conscience of our were worn with attitude which have been few and far between, wore only the earrings.^
ference in your life or in our nation and hopefully the decision made them even sexier. Perhaps these also were toned down and But all was not pretty and
world? of our government officials. we should change that old song simple. Kim Cattrall and the rest
Such as that teacher or
SK Geri Rosinski wonderful at the globes.
Will our world be a better place to "black is a girl's best friend". of her "Sex and the-City" co- This year, Sharon Stone and
coach who really motivated because they have extended With all this talk about black horts looked amazing in elegantly Lara Flynn Boyle take the icing
you and other students far be- ferent ages, races, and religious themselves to go to our nation's and sex appeal, we certainly can- cut gowns in red, buttercup yel- and the cake for their absurd at-
yond anyone's expectations. traditions, yet they are of one capitol to make their concerns not exclude the male stars that low and cream. tempts at "fashion." Sharon
Or those selfless firefighters mind... peace, not war Regard- known? jumped in on this craze. Stars For while most would assume Stone looked "sheik" in her torn
who brave perilous burning less of the reasons given, I truly hope so. I do believe like Paul Walker protested col- that the Golden Globes is a place garbage bag get up.
buildings to save lives of peo- whether war is sought for re- that their efforts have begun to or and went for a solid black to show off the acting talent of
ple they don't even know. taliation for 9/11, or for fear of move our national conscience look, not that any of us can com- Hollywood, it seems that Sun- And for those who saw Ms.
another such attack, or to cov- already. And so our world is plain. Many men opted for day may also have been a place Boyle, the only thing that needs
Or those scientists who
et Iraq's oil fields in order to becoming better... for us and for wearing a clean cut black tux to show off the best "bling." Ok, to be said is next time someone
spend endless years in research please inform her that she is at-
perfecting that long awaited satisfy our country's unre- future generations because of with satin lapels, a black matte I lied — diamonds are a girl's
strained consumption of oil. the simple efforts of these many dress shirt and a satin black tie. best friend. tending a black tie affair and not
vaccine that will save thou- "Swan Lake." *
sands of lives. These tens of thousands of individuals. Stars like Matthew McCon- \*And it could not have been Sadly, the Globes have come
Have you ever wondered if people are doing what they feel Now I must ask the tough aughey made his fashion pres- more evident at the globes as
you would leave any such leg- they can and must do to save question: Will this world be a bet- ence known with a modest virtually every female wore ei- to an end, but perhaps we can
acy of goodness for future our country from going to ter place because you have been white magnolia inserted on his ther diamond chandelier earrings all learn something from some
generations? war..to save innocent lives here? W f | of the evening's style vixens.
lapel. Kiefer Sutherland also had or a diamond choker/necklace,
As I write this article, tens from being lost or mutilated. Everyday we each have the a hit with very classy, yet total- Nicole Kidman had great ac- It's not always about the gaud,
of thousands of Americans are In their own way they are try- opportunity and freedom to ly elegant black and white diag- cessories with her extravagant- it's about look ins glamorous in
gathering in Washington, ing to save our planet from fur- make many choices. onal stripped ties. even the simplest gowns that
ly large circle chandelier ear- Gucci throws your way!
D.C., to rally for a national ther destruction and our global Will the choices that you make
protest against our govern- family from further harm or this day become a legacy of ii'm,'
ment's proposed war against complete annihilation. goodness for our planet and its WWWW
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Rape and other forms of sex-
We throw flyers on doors This isn't enough. ual assault are a reality. They
that feature the enemy sport- So far, the most passionate are a reality everywhere.
ing a black trench coat with a stance I've seen any man at Let's quit pretending that
dark scarf and wide brimmed *
Mercyhurst take against sexual we're any different from the
hat. How does nobody notice assault, is: "Not cool man, not rest of the world and stop set-
that guy lurking around? cool at all." tling for being brushed off by
We give the girls on campus ^Perhaps truer words have nev- administration and security
Editor-in-Chief editormerciad@mercyhurst.edu their handy checklists on how er been spoken, but we should when we hear **pending inves-
Kristin Purdy still demand a bit more from tigations," "no formal com-
Adam Dushole Managing Editor entertainmentmerciad@mercyhurst.edu to be safe and everybody be-
News Editor i newsmerciad@mercyhurst.edu comes a spokesperson for the ourselves. plaint" and/or "urban legend."
Kelly Rose Duttine So many of the incidents that
Assistant News Editor smackarl @hotmail.com buddy system when it comes Sexual assault is a serious is-
Scott Mackar end i n sexual assault start in typ- sue, and it isfrighteningwhen
Features Editor £ featuremerciad@mercyhurst.edu time to stumble home on a Sat-
Courtney Nicholas urday night. ical ways and, a lot of times, a the figurehead of our school
Opinion Editor opinionmerciad@mercyhurst.edu
Phil Pirrello The whole campus becomes room full of people will watch will barely admit that it exists.
Mackenzie Dexter Sports Editor sportsmerciad@mercyhurst.edu
Photo Editor photomerciad@mercyhurst.edu proactive, safety conscious the whole thing unfold. Calling it an urban legend is
Jody Mello and aware for about a week A girl has had a bit to drink, just another means by which
Copy Editor ecrofo81 @mercyhurst.edu
Emily Crofoot and a half. After that, it's back she starts getting a little tipsy; to look the other way. It s dis-
Production Manager prodmerciad@mercyhurst.edu to business as usual. maybe a little sick, and the next missive and it's irresponsible***]
Billy Elliott admerciad@mercyhurst.edu The problem with all of this thing you know somebody's Let's not put up with it any
Megan Eble Advertisinig Manager
is that it makes it all seem so moving in on her. They offer her more,
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like a pinbaU machine. the 2002 NFL season. 1982 Miami Dolphins. finals, then limited Philadelphia Extra seconds aren't what
By Rick Gosselin Gannon passed for an NFL- The Bucs lack the offensive But you don t have to be the to one TD in a 27-10 NFC Tampa Bay end Simeon Rice
Kni ght Ridder N ewspapers high 4,689 yards and 26 touch- firepower of the Raiders. They best defense in the NFL to win championship game triumph. allows a quarterback. He led the
downs. With a pair of Hall of don't have a Hall of Famer on a Super Bowl. You just have to The Raiders, meanwhile, were NFC with 15 sacks. Tackle
PHILADELPHIA — It took Famers on the flank in Tim offense, much less two at wide be better than the defense on piling up 71 points this postsea- Warren Sapp chipped in 7
37 years for the NFL to finally Brown and Jerry Rice, Oakland receiver. But the Super Bowl the other sideline. son, ripping through the Jets, more. Both linemen are going
deliver the Super Bowl match- led the NFL in yards and fin- has rarely been decided by who In the last 10 Super Bowls, 30-10, and the Tennessee Ti- to the Pro Bowl.
up that football purists have ished second in points. The gained the most yards. It's all the team with the higher-ranked tans, 41 -24, on Sunday on the They are backed up by the
been craving. Raiders storm into the Super' about which defense allows the defense won seven times. In way to their first Super Bowl' NFL's best pass defense. Op-
For the first time, the NFL's Bowl averaging nearly 400 fewest points. the last 20 years, the higher- berth in 19 years. posing quarterbacks complet-
No. 1 offense will play the No. yards and 30 points per game. The Bucs allowed the fewest ranked defense won 13 times. Oakland poses the ultimate ed barely 50 percent of their
1 defense in a Super Bowl. The But don't be fooled. Offense yards and points in the NFL this The Raiders finished 10 rungs test for the Bucs. This is the passes against the Bucs. Tam-
AFC champion Oakland Raid- has long been a postseason tease season. They are the eighth below the Bucs in defense this best passing team in football. pa Bay cornerback Brian Kelly
ers bring the offense, led by in the NFL. Defense wins the franchise since the merger in season at No. 11. Gannon set an NFL record with shared the NFL lead with eight
NFL MVP Rich Gannon, and championships. 1970 to take the No. 1 defen- Tampa Bay led the NFL in 10 300-yard passing games this interceptions. The Bucs picked
the NFC champion Tampa Bay The most explosive offenses, sive ranking to the Super Bowl. scoring defense, allowing an season. Brown, Rice and Jerry off a league-high 31 passes.
Buccaneers bring the defense, the Dan Marino Dolphins, the Their predecessors have com- average of only 12.2 points per Porter all had 100-yard receiv- They've added four more in the
led by NFL Defensive Player of Jim Kelly Bills, and the Kurt piled a 6-1 record. game. The Bucs posted two ing games, and rookie tight end postseason.
the Year Derrick Brooks. Warner Rams, all came undone Miami, Pittsburgh and Dallas shutouts and held four other Doug Jolley is a budding Todd If you like offense, you'll like
The best offense in football in Super Bowls by defenses all won in the 1970s with No. opponents without an offensive Christensen. the Raiders. Ifyou like defense,
is favored to win this game, and that wouldn't allow them to 1 -ranked defenses, Chicago touchdown in their 16 regular- Gannon usually has someone you'll like the Bucs. Ifyou like
it's easy to see why America throw the football. won in the 1980s and Dallas season games. open on every pass play. All he football, you'll like this Super
has become enamored with the So history tells us the Bucs and Green Bay won in the Tampa Bay also held Atlanta does isfindhim, but sometimes Bowl. I ^ %
Raiders. They ring up points will emerge as champions of 1990s. The only loser was the without aTOin the NFC semi- that can take an extra second.
Gannon-Mercyhurst rivalry
continues with Alumnae game Volleyball hosts Alumni Game
The Gannon-Mercyhurst follow at 8 p.m. Former Krista Usher, (2002) W By Bryan Christopher
rivalry will now rage into the Mercyhurst players to *be Bridget Donovan, (2002) Contributing writer
alumnae ranks. Officials at participating in the Jan. 25 Teresa Szumigala, (1995)
Gannon University announced alumni game include five DeniseBaginski,(1995) The Mercyhurst men's
Friday, Jan. 17, a first-ever | players in Mercyhurst's all-time Lori Morth, (1998) volleyball program hosted
Gannon-Mercyhurst women's top 10 in scoring. Teresa Amy Galla, (2001) their first alumni game
basketball alumnae game. The Szumigala (2,024 career points, Rene Siivers, (1989) Saturday, Jan. 18.
game is scheduled for 2nd), Connie Ralston (1,274 Allison Marsden, (1997) Nine of twelve former
Saturday, Jan. 25 at Gannon's points, 5th), Lori Morth (1,240 Katie Vogt, (2001) players attended, all of which
Hammermill Center. Game time points, 6th), Amy Galla (1,230 Rebecca Sandor, (2001) graduated in 1999 or later.
?
is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. points, 7th) and Meredith Jodie Maxim, (2002) "It was a good mix of talent,"
Twenty Mercyhurst Koncsol (1,040 points, 9th) are Meredith Koncsol, (2001) said head coach Craig Davie.
basketball alumnae and 12 from scheduled to make an Susan Fagan-Weber, (1978) "All of the guys who set and
Gannon are scheduled to appearance. * ValFerro,(1978) f T hold school records were
compete in the affair. The game Former Lady Knights Trish Mahoney, (1983) there."
will consist of two halves with scheduled to appear include Connie Ralston, (1997) After the match, which the
a running clock. Admission to five players in Gannon's all- Gannon current team won 3-2, the
the game is free. time top 20 in scoring. Kristin Name, (Year Graduated) booster club sponsored a
The alumnae game will be part Roseberry (2,147 career points, Sandy Trocki, (Zirkle) (1997) get- together at Quaker Stake
of a Gannon-Mercyhurst 2nd), Sandy Trocki (Zirkle) Jen Romanski, (1997) \ '•"-1 and Lube. Approximately 80
rivalry weekend. The school's (1,057 points, 13th), Nikki Deanne Magraw, (1996) people attended, including
wrestling programs will battle Smith (1.046 points, 15th),' Sara Kitchen, (2001) * players, parents, friends and Jody Niello/ Morciad photographer
Friday, Jan. 24 at Mercyhurst Sara Kitchen (853 points, 17th) Kristy Green, (2002) coaches.
College. It will be only the and Monica Bortz (803 points, Missy Acker, (2000) "It's nice to see how the
19th) will make a return trip to Deb Balos, (N/A) •; The 2003 men's volleyball team battled it out against
second meeting between the program is growing and
the Hammermill Center. alumni In the first ever alumni game by the program.
two schools on the wrestling • Chris Cedzo, (Zukowski) developing," said Davie. The current team proved to be too much for the alumni
mats. Gannon won last year's A complete list of players (1990) • : "We're starting to form a as they defeated the graduates 3-2.
match 18-15 at the Hammermi 11 scheduled to appear is as Annie Stahlheber, (1996) history."
Center. *| follows: Monica Bortz, (2002)
Gannon and Mercyhurst will Mercyhurst Nikki Smith, (2002)
then match basketball skills on Name, (Year Graduated) Kristin Roseberry, (2002)
Saturday, Jan. 25 at the
Mercyhurst Athletic Center.
The women's game tips off at
Karin Salem, (1994)
Regina Ely, (2000)
Tanya Potcova, (1997)
f Info by MC Sports Information #10 Mercyhurst sweeps Cornell
6 p.m. with the men's game to Lonna Dunlap, (1998) sophomore forward Sara started the scoring in the first
By Chris Lang McDonald and the last goal of period and Ireland added the
Women's basketball falls Contributing writer the contest was an empty netter fourth and final for the Lady
scored by j unior forward Jess- Lakers in the third period. Also
The No. 10 women's hockey ica Dillabough. Mercyhurst scoring goals were Millar and
team stayed hot this past outshot Cornell 21- junior forward Lyndsav Barch.
to Wayne State, Hillsdale weekend by taking a pair 10. Sophomore goalie Desi Mercyhurst outshot Cornell 41-
against Cornell. Clark stopped nine of the ten 13 in the contest. Senior goalie
Leading the way for shots she faced in improving her Tiffany Ribble shut down
Mercyhurst on Saturday, Jan. record to 5-2-1. Cornell by stopping all of the
By Krista Ross 18 was freshman forward Mercyhurst extended their 13 shots she faced. The win
Contributing writer Samantha Shirley. Shirley had winning streak to a season high improved her record to 14-3.
two goals in the first period the nine games by shutting-out This weekend the Lady
The Mercyhurst women's second coming on a power Cornell 4-0 Sunday, Jan. 19. Lakers will conclude their five
basketball team falls to Wayne play. Cornell cut the Lady The win by the Lady Lakers game road trip by traveling to
State (77-64), Saturday Jan. 18 Lakers lead by the end of the upped their season mark to 19- Columbus, Ohio to take on the
first period to 2-1. After a 5-1. 1 ;. Ohio State Buckeyes in their
and Hillsdale College (71-59)
Jan. 20 at home. The Lakers scoreless second period the Mercyhurst was paced by first ever meeting. The puck
dropped to 4-13 overall and to Lady Lakers put the game away senior forwards K.C. Gallo and will drop at 2 p.m. Saturday,
1-8 in the conference. in the third with two goals. The C.J. Ireland who each had a Jan. 25.
first goal was scored by goal and two assists. Gallo
The Wayne State Warriors
were able to hold the
Mercyhurst women to 11
percent from behind the arc in Coach for GirlsjCrew needed
thefirsthalf leading at halftime
35-27. The Lakers fought back » Krlston Molllurd/Contrlbutlng photographer A prestigious local highschool, Northwest Pennsylvania Colle-
in the second half shooting 63
, 1
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ket in Saturday's game against Wayne State.
line, but it was not enough to will be April/May and September/October. A coach is needed.
clutch the win. Senior guard
Katie Lorincz led all scorers
with 18, while junior forward Senior guard Katie Lorincz Experience as a rowing coach is preferred but not required.
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also pulled down a game high
of nine rebounds. Lorincz also scorers against Wayne State the college level. This position is part time, with practices and
had eight assists to add to her with 18 points. Lorincz also regattas during the season.
career all time. had five assists and four
The Mercyhurst women steals against Hillsdale. The
continued play on Monday, Jan. Lady Lakers lost both of their The salary is negotiable. For more information please contact
20 against the Hillsdale games the past weekend 77-
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Wrestlers upset # 14 W e s t Liberty State
By Chris Lang
Contributing writer
beginning of January, the Lak- first of the season, at 13:39 in Freshman goaltender Andy shots, giving him 66 saves in slipped to 14-6-1 overall and
By Bryan Christopher ers took another step forward the first period. Sophomore Franck stopped 30 of 31 bob- 68 chances for the weekend. 12-3-1 in the conference, and
Contributing writer Friday and Saturday. forwards David Wrigley and cat shots and picked up his third He also improved his confer- also snapped a 21-game home
"Every game is big," said Rich Hanson both scored in the victory. '", ence record to 6-1-0. winning streak, as wel I as a five-
It was a big weekend for the head coach Rich Gotkin. "Fri- second period, giving them The Lakers stayed strong Sat- "You don't win at this level game conference run.
men's hockey team. Just ask day was a better played match eight each on the year. Senior urday night, as Hansen and jun- without good goaltending," It will take a strong week of
top ranked Quinnipiac. than Saturday. Quinnipiac was forward Adam Rivers found ior Peter Rynshoven each said Gotkin. "There is a point practice, said Gotkin, to keep
Mercyhurst traveled to desperate for a win on Satur- the net with a power play goal, scored second period goals. It in every game when a huge save moving forward as the team
Northford, Connecticut over day, but our guys did the little his sixth of the season, at 6:57 was all the offense Mercyhurst is made in the minds oi each faces more tests this weekend.
the weekend to take on the top things well to complete the in the final period. Following would need, as Rynshoven's team's coaches. Andy made The Lakers travel next to
team in the Metro Atlantic Ath- sweep and pick up four more Quinnipiac's power play goal, first game-winner of the sea- those plays all weekend versus American International College
letic Conference. Riding the league points." their lone score for the night, son completed the two game a pretty good offensive team." Friday, Jan. 24 and Saturday,
momentum of consistent play Friday night's action saw se- junior Adam Tackaberry scored sweep. Friday's win improved the Jan. 25 for a two game series..
and strong showings against nior forward Marty Rychley his sixth goal of the season and Franck was again outstand- Lakers to 8-9-2 overall and 8-
conference opponents since the score an unassisted goal, his solidified the 5-1 win. ing in goal, stopping 36 of 37 2-2 in the MAAC. Quinnipiac
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William Shannon is the gen-
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to take shape by the spring much all sports are good stuff."
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[ 5 Question 1
Who holds the record for most
Super Bowl appearances?
A. Jerry Rice 1
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Question 12
In how many Super Bowls has a 9
defensive player been named MVP? -J»
B. Matt Millen 1
C. Cornelius Bennett I ]
DAVID BEBOMAN'KBT
BOB CARSON/KRT D. Mike Lodish ]
Linebacker Ray Lewis was named •
Jeny Rice MVP of Super Bowl XXXV.
Question 2 Question 11
What "Charlie's Angels" star
How many dot-com
sang the national anthem
companies purchased
during Super Bowl XIV?
ad space for Super
Bowl XXXIV I A, Farrah Fawcett
In 2000? f B. Kate Jackson Kate Jackson
C. Cheryl Ladd
D. Jaclyn Smith
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Question 5 Question 8
No cities have hosted the Super Bowl What is the only Super Bowl to
more times than New Orleans (nine) o\fL
name two MVPs (Randy White]
and Miami (eight). What city is left, and Harvey Martin)? Br;
No. 3 on the all-time list of
Super Bowl hosts? New Orleans Superdome A. Super Bowl IX
B. Super Bowl XI
A. Tampa, Fla. C, Los Angeles C. Super Bowl XII
I B.Atlanta D. Pasadena, Calif. D. Super Bowl XIII
Questions* I Question 7
What percentage of Super Bowl Of the millions of people who will
viewers pay more attention to tune in to watch the Super Bowy
the ads than to the game? how many will watch it alone?!
A. 4% C. 13% A. 2% C. 13%
B.7% D.16% B.5% D. 17%
JM
Answers: 1-D: Mike Lodish is the player with the most Super Bowl appearances with six. 2-B: Seventeen dot-com companies purchased ads In 2000.3-D: The Pittsburgh Steelers were the first team to win four Super
Bowls. 4-A: Fans attending the Super Bowl will eat approximately 5,000 pounds of hot dogs. 5-D: Pasadena, Calif., is third on the all-time Super Bowl host city list. 6-D: About 16 percent of Super Bowl viewers pay more
attention to the ads than to the game. 7-B: Only 5 percent of the people who watch the Super Bowl do so alone. 8-C: Super Bowl XII is the only one to name two MVPs, 9-D: The California Avocado Commission predicts
that Americans will consume 40 million pounds of avocados. 10-C: Reggie White had three sacks. 11-C: Cheryl Ladd sang the national anthem. 12-D: Six defensive players have been Super Bowl MVPs