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Vol. 79 No. 11 Mercyhurst College 501 E. 38th St. Erie Pa. 16546 January 18, 2006
THE

Marching towards equality and peace


Mercyhurst students join Erie community members in commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
marched with Martin Luther King Jr.
By Jessica Nulph
nearly 40 years ago.
Contributing writer
The Office of the Student Union and
Student Activities sponsored a MLK
Frigid temperatures and Monday Reflection Reception in the Student
classes didn’t stop the Mercyhurst com- Union Great Room from 1:30 p.m.
munity from celebrating Martin Luther until 4 p.m.
King Jr.’s birthday, Jan. 16. Students met to reflect on Martin
Several students and faculty joined in Luther King’s life and accomplish-
the various events around campus and ments, watch a movie on King’s life and
the Erie area. vision and enjoy refreshments.
Events began in the Mercy Heritage About 40 students stopped by to
Room where Diversity 101 served a exchange stories and ideas and celebrate
buffet style breakfast at both 9:00 a.m. the day.
and 9:50 a.m. Director of the Student Union, Darcy
The Third Annual Martin Luther Kemp, said the events were largely a
King Jr. Breakfast was offered at two success, despite the continuation of Above:
sittings this year, so that students and classes Monday. Seniors Sarah Laurens, Aisha
faculty members’ could attend without She noted that faculty members had Jasper, and Diversity 101 advisor
schedule conflicts. been encouraging students to attend the Pertrina Williams march down State
Fifty-eight students were present, events around campus, and some had Street. (photo by Amada Zechman)
almost double the number of last even offered extra credit. At right:
year. Aisha Jasper, president of Diversity Students gathered outside the Dr.
Mercyhurst’s director of student 101, explained that there was a lot of Martin Luther King Jr. Center in
union, Darcy Kemp, assumed the student support this year. “There was Erie on Monday. (photo by Amanda
increased participation was possible a very nice turn out for the brunch and Zechman)
because of the added seating. many participants in the march down-
The Mercyhurst Student Government town,” she said. Below:
joined in the celebration by providing “My hope for the future is that even Students enjoy the Dr. Martin Luther
transportation to Erie’s 16th Annual if we don’t have the day off from class, King Jr. brunch in the Mercy Heri-
Memorial March presented by Erie people will find time to be present at tage room on Monday. (photo by
Bayfront NATO. one of the events on campus.” Katie McAdams)
Participants began their march at “We’ve come a long way but we still
noon in Perry Square, and continued have a long way to go,” she said.
to the Martin Luther King Jr. Center Many of the events around Mercy-
on Chestnut Street. hurst’s campus were available through
Students were proud to display a a diversity enrichment grant.
banner for the first time this year, Events will continue throughout the
proclaiming, “Mercyhurst College Cel- week, including a Tabernacle of Praise
ebrates Diversity.” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, in the Student
Sister Michele Schroeck took a Union Great Room.
number of students to the Warner The event is sponsored by Diversity
Theatre to attend a memorial service 101. MSG will offer, “The Meeting,”
at 1:30 p.m. Monday. a fictional play discussing the political
Keynote speaker, Congressman John views and goals of Dr. Martin Luther
Lewis, was present to discuss the impor- King Jr. and Malcom X. The play will
tance of King’s teachings. take place on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. in
Lewis is a former student leader who the Taylor Little Theatre.

ONE card provides access for


students both on and off campus
One Card in the One Card Office, Ports.
By Lakyn Bianco
Student Financial Services or at the John Patterson, Administrator of
Contributing writer
ValuPorts located in the bookstore and the One Card Office, asks that if any
the library. students or school employees are having
As students, faculty and staff have The ValuPorts work like a reverse trouble with their One Card to bring it
been receiving e-mails and newsletters MAC machine. to the office.
about the Mercyhurst College One They accept money rather than dis- The One Card Office is located in the
Melissa Brandt/ A&E editor Card, many are left with the question pense. The money deposited into the lower level of McAuley Hall adjacent to
Dr. Dennis Dirkmaat and Dr. Steven Symes display the GIS grant. of what exactly it is. machines is automatically loaded onto Police and Safety.
The actual card is the college ID that the individual’s One Card and is imme- The Office was started last spring after

GIS grant awarded


all members of the Mercyhurst com- diately ready for spending. a decision to expand the College’s
munity already have. Laker Loot gift cards can also be
The One Card allows for the incor- loaded and dispensed at the Valu- See ONE on page 2
poration of access control, use of the
which is designed to help KIZ colleges copy machines and printers, library ser-
By Melissa Brandt
and universities recruit top faculty vices, vending machines, meal plans and
A&E editor
researchers. spending services on and off campus,
Spearheading the approval of the all on one card.
Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell grant was e-commerce professor John The One Card works like a debit
announced the approval of a $75,000 Byrtus. card. Students, faculty and staff deposit
grant this week that will launch a Geo- “Byrtus knew about the program and money onto the card for all on-campus
graphic Information System (GIS) at talked with Dirkmaat,” says forensics spending as well as at various off
Mercyhurst. anthropology professor Louis Cabo- campus locations.
The grant was awarded in part to Perez, M.S. This should not be confused with the
further the development of the newly “He was instrumental in getting the meal plan service that includes dining
founded Erie Keystone Innovation grant,” Cabo-Perez said. dollars.
Zone (KIZ), a vehicle to foster innova- Dirkmaat, director of the applied There has also been confusion
tion and create entrepreneurial oppor- forensic sciences department at between the One Card and the Laker
tunities with the goal of keeping young Mercyhurst College, said the grant will Loot Card.
people in Pennsylvania and accelerating be applied toward providing GIS tech- The Laker Loot Card is a gift card
economic growth. nology at the college, including that can be used the same as the One
Mercyhurst’s allocation is considered a Card Services. Corrie Thearle/News editor

Keystone Innovation Starter Kit Grant, See Grant on page 2 Money can be deposited onto the A student uses her ONE card to grab a pop in between classes.
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World Briefs ONE card use increases on campus


International news Continued from page 1 where there are links to menus
and coupons. The website can
Compiled by
Liberia president use of the CBORD System be found on LakerNet under the
Corrie Thearle
which has developed the One Offices link.
Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf was Card Program. Patterson explained that the
sworn in as Liberia’s president, Mercyhurst is the first edu- One Card Office was created in
making her Africa’s first elected cational institution to use this mind of the students and is open
female leader on Monday. program, and it will continue to to their opinion.
Loud cheers greeted her in- develop. “It’s all about the students
auguration, with U.S. First Lady The One Card program will and whatever we can offer. If
Laura Bush and Secretary of continue to expand its use to students have ideas or want any-
State Condoleezza Rice among off-campus businesses as well as thing specific they need to let us
those at the ceremony. on-campus uses such as Student know,” he said.
Johnson-Sirleaf says her top Government voting. The office will be sending out
challenge is to maintain peace, As of now, the One Card is newsletters and will continue to
law and order after 14 years of accepted at various locations send e-mails regarding updates
civil war. off campus that are listed on and any other information about Melissa Jack/Features editor

In an hour-long speech after the One Card Office Website the One Card. Melissa Jack often uses her ONE card in the vending machines.
the ceremony, she called for a
moment of silent prayer to re-

Iran nuclear fear mounts


member the thousands of people
who died during the war.
Her vow to wage a war on
Liberia’s problem of corruption
was also applauded by the large Leading powers seek to put a stop to Iran’s resumed nuclear program
crowd. Johnson-Sirleaf becomes
Liberia’s first elected head of ropean and American partners”
By Jonathan S. Landay
state since the end of the war held similar positions on Iran.
Knight Ridder Newspapers
in 2003. But he was quoted by the state-
run RIA Novosti news agency as
The world’s leading powers on cautioning that “we should act
Journalist given 72 hours to live Monday agreed that Iran should very carefully in this sphere.”
Al-Jazeera broadcasted a video of the kidnapped U.S. journalist Jill resume its freeze on research into He said Iran appeared to re-
Carroll, the first sighting of her since she was abducted in Baghdad uranium enrichment, a process main open to a compromise in
10 days ago. that can be used to produce fuel which uranium for Iranian civil-
The video contained a claim that her unknown abductors would kill for nuclear weapons. ian power plants would be en-
her unless all female prisoners in Iraq were released within 72 hours. But the United States, Britain, riched in Russia, a proposal that’s
Carroll, 28, has been a freelance reporter for the Christian Science Germany and France failed to backed by the United States and
Monitor newspaper, among others. persuade Russia and China to the European Union, according
join them in bringing Iran be- to RIA Novosti.
fore the United Nations Security Russia is thought to wield
Gore allegations Council for violating the Non- considerable influence with Iran
Proliferation Treaty, the global because of the two countries’
Former Vice President Al Gore pact to halt the spread of nuclear commercial ties.
called Monday for an indepen- weapons. Russian companies are com-
dent investigation of President The council has the power pleting a $800 million nuclear
Bush’s domestic spying pro- to punish Iran with economic KRT photo power plant at Bushehr, hope to
gram, contending the president sanctions. The Iranian nuclear power plant Natanz south of Tehran. build more in a $10 billion deal
“repeatedly and persistently” But that could jeopardize the and are seen by Iranian officials
broke the law by eavesdropping enormous commercial interests Security Council and Germany The administration and its as potential partners in modern-
on Americans without court that Russia and China have in met in London a week after Iran European allies had hoped to izing Iran’s decrepit oil industry
approval. Iran, the world’s fourth-largest ended a more than two-year use the London talks to persuade infrastructure.
Gore charged that the adminis- oil producer. freeze in uranium enrichment Russia and China to add their Moreover, Moscow is Iran’s top
tration acted without congressio- Nevertheless, the Europeans work. weight to what’s expected to be weapons supplier and recently
nal authority and made a “direct told their American, Russian and “There was serious concern at a majority on the IAEA Board of signed a $700 million deal to sell
assault” on a special federal court Chinese counterparts in talks the meeting about Iranian moves Governors that backs referring 29 air defense missile systems to
that authorizes requests to eaves- in London that they’ll call an to restart enrichment-related ac- Iran to the Security Council. Tehran.
drop on Americans. emergency session of the U.N. tivities contrary to the appeals of But the British Foreign Office Iranian leaders insist that they
One judge on the court re- International Atomic Energy the international community not statement made it clear that Rus- have the right to enrich uranium
signed last month, voicing con- Agency’s 35-member board of to do so,” said the British Foreign sia and China balked. under the Non-Proliferation
cerns about the National Security governors in early February for Office statement. “These discussions will con- Treaty.
Agency’s surveillance of e-mails a vote on reporting Iran to the “There was also agreement on tinue with the aim of reaching Tehran, however, has acknowl-
and phone calls. Security Council. the importance of Iran return- agreement on the way forward,” edged concealing its enrichment
The Europeans’ decision ap- ing to the full suspension and the statement said. “The par- program, including technology
peared to have been encouraged negotiating process.” ticipants remain committed to a bought from an international
Chile President by comments on Monday by Iranian experts broke IAEA diplomatic solution.” black-market ring, from IAEA
Russian President Vladimir Putin seals at three sites, including Energy-hungry China, which is oversight for 18 years in violation
Centre-left candidate Michelle that his government had moved at a key research facility at Na- heavily dependent on Iranian oil of the treaty.
Bachelet has become Chile’s very close to Western views in tanz, in central Iran, and they and gas supplies, has cautioned The IAEA Board of Gover-
first woman president, taking the growing crisis. told the Vienna, Austria-based against any precipitous moves. nors in September declared Iran
53.5 percent of the poll with “The UK, France and Ger- U.N. watchdog agency that they Russian officials have indicated in breach of the treaty for fail-
almost all the votes counted. Her many informed the other par- planned to enrich small amounts that they’re losing patience with ing to disclose all aspects of its
rival, conservative businessman ticipants of their intention to call of uranium. Iran’s hard-line leaders, and West- nuclear program. But the board
Sebastian Pinera, has conceded for an extraordinary board of Iran says it wants to be able to ern diplomats believe that Mos- delayed referring it to the Secu-
defeat. Giving a victory speech governors meeting on the 2-3 of produce low-enriched uranium cow would abstain from, rather rity Council.
to cheering supporters, Bachelet February,” said a British Foreign for civilian power plants. than contest, a vote to refer Iran Iranian leaders have dismissed
said: “Who would have said, 10, Office statement. But the same process can be to the Security Council. the threat of U.N. sanctions and
15 years ago, that a woman would Senior diplomats from the used to make highly enriched ura- Speaking after meeting Monday threatened to halt cooperation
be elected president?” United States, France, Britain, nium for nuclear weapons, which in Moscow with German Chan- with the IAEA if their coun-
The election is the fourth since China and Russia, the veto-wield- is what the Bush administration cellor Angela Merkel, Putin said try is reported to the Security
Chile returned to democracy in ing permanent members of the charges is Iran’s real goal. that his government and its “Eu- Council.
1990 after 17 years of military
rule. Outgoing President Ricardo

Grant enrichment
Lagos hailed the election of
Chile’s first woman leader as a
“historic triumph.” MERCYHURST COLLEGE
False data found in cancer study Continued from page 1 a scale of milimeters, crime of-
ficers work in terms of streets,
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
A cancer expert invented patients for a study which concluded
taking common painkillers could protect against oral cancer, it is al-
a new faculty member, a gradu-
ate assistant, lab and necessary
archeology uses milimeters but
the analyzation is always the
OPEN HOUSE
leged. Dr. Jon Sudbo reportedly made up patients and case histories equipment. same,” says Cabo. Get the information you need about:
for the study published in highly-respected Lancet medical journal One application for forensics Governments can use it for
last October. anthropology, crime mapping, tracking land usage, utilities, real Spring and fall admissions
Sudbo has not commented publicly on the claims. But a spokes- may require the processing of estate parcels and for emergency Full time and part time degree programs
woman for Oslo’s Norwegian Radium Hospital, where he works, 200 layers of information at response planning, and busi- Teacher certifications for college grads
said he had admitted falsifying data. The revelation comes just days once. nesses for interpreting demo-
Graduate assistantship opportunities
after work published in the journal Science by South Korean cloning Through mapping explosions graphic data.
expert Hwang Woo-suk was revealed as fabricated. the GIS is able to interpret the “It is another tool for our Day, evening and weekend schedules
way debris is disrupted to reveal toolbox,” said Jim Breckenridge,
patterns. “The GIS shows us chair of Mercyhurst’s intelligence � Organizational Leadership
Stardust capsule lands
the patterns that tell about the studies department. � Administration of Justice
A capsule containing comet bomb,” says Cabo. “Geographic analysis accom- � Special Education
particles and interstellar dust “The main application then panies most of all of the analyses � Forensic Anthropology
landed on Earth after a seven- could be for human rights inves- we do and the GIS software is � Applied Intelligence
year space mission on Sunday tigations, for example, examining state-of-the-art. If our students � On-line Non-Profit Management
morning. The Stardust probe mass graves.” can be proficient in GIS, it makes
released the capsule as it flew The GIS is not limited to fo- them all the more attractive to February 4, 2006 � Noon– 2:00 pm
back to Earth after a 2.8-billion- rensic anthropology functions, future employers,” Breckenridge
mile trip. The capsule plunged though. said. RSVP today!
through the atmosphere and It will be used for several “This is a very fast growing
touched down in the Utah desert. departments, most notably ar- field,” says Cabo. (814) 824-2270
Scientists believe the first com-
etary dust samples ever returned
cheology, intelligence studies,
computer science, forensic an-
“GIS researchers fit a very high
profile. It’s very good student
www.mercyhurst.edu/graduate
to Earth will shed light on the thropology and more. wise-they will have access to a
origins of the Solar System. “Anthropology measures on lot of jobs.”
January 18, 2006 THE MERCIAD PAGE 3

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FEATURES
A year to last a lifetime
When involved in a year of service you
have a chance to give as well as receive
ganizations are Jesuit Volunteer
Corps, Mercy Corps, and Ameri-
Corps. Jesuit Volunteer Corps
(JVC) and Mercy Corps are both
religious and community service
opportunities,” Zechman said.
The VISTA program seems
to be a good opportunity, but
probably isn’t the best long term Photo courtesy of Sister Michele

choice, as VISTA“does not pay a Hazel Jennings, a freshman and workstudy for Sr. Michele,
salary but gives a stipend. Usually goes four times a week to offer her services to the Booker
the stipend is around $800 dollars T. Washington Center, an after-school program for inner-
a month,” Zechman said. city kids. This program is designed to help these students
Money, however, wasn’t Zech- with their school work. Here she offers help and support
man’s reason for joining the VIS- to Semaje.
TA program; she joined because
“it allowed me to do indirect and
direct service. I wanted to learn
what it was like to be the person
‘Hurst students
willing to devote
organizing, training, and facilitat-
ing programs, not just directly
working with the community.”
While not the best career
choice, programs like VISTA can
actually assist you in getting a job
because “it shows the employer
time to others


so much,” Zechman said. A total of 700 Mercyhurst
Photo courtesy of Amanda Zechman In preparing for the future, College students on the Erie and
Amanda helps at the inner-city after-school programs. Zechman offers the following North East campuses completed
advice: “I would recommend 6,456 hours of community ser- I feel it made me
If this applies to you, or if a satisfying job because most going on an alternative break vice during fall term, according more accepting of
By Jen Helbig


you are an underclassman look- positions require experience,” trip and discovering a new part to service learning director Sister
Contributing writer
of the states/world. This will Michele Marie Schroeck, RSM. others.
ing for some direction, maybe Zechman said.
the VISTA program is for you. “Doing a year of service helps open so many doors for you in The volunteers included 615
Four years ago, you were prob-
ably sitting in your high school
VISTA stands for Volunteers in students gain experience in or- the future. I also recommend
giving a year of service so that
students in 22 classes at Mercy-
hurst Erie, and 85 students in
- Caitlin Graci
service to America. ganization, leadership, profes-
counseler’s office wondering if Amanda Zechman is Mercy- sionalism, and follow through. you can gain professionalism, five classes at Mercyhurst North
Mercyhurst was really the place hurst’s AmeriCorps*VISTA vol- When Mercyhurst had their ca- leadership, organizational skills, East. to Mercyhurst for the 2005-06
you wanted to study. unteer this year. She transferred reer fair I went over to talk about and self-confidence in the work “Once students participate in academic year, coordinated after-
This year, you might be mak- to Gannon University four years AmeriCorps and to my surprise force.” service learning, they experience school and evening tutoring pro-
ing trips around town to drop ago from California University I was offered jobs on the spot In preparing for the future, the rewards of helping oth- grams at neighborhood centers
off your resume or scanning the in Pennsylvania, and graduated just because I had AmeriCorps taking a cue from Zechman ers and see that they, too, gain throughout the Erie community
Internet for graduate schools. in May 2005 with a bachelor’s written behind my name.” should be something that each something from it,” said Sister with the support of Mercyhurst
What if you have no idea where degree in science specializing in There are also opportuni- student should at least consider Michele. “Some students find student volunteers.
you want to be in one year? Have sport and exercise science. ties other than AmeriCorps to and hopefully the resulting ex- jobs or future internships.” “My service learning experi-
you ever considered a year of “Many times when a student become involved in if you are perience will be as enjoyable and Among the 42 sites served ence really opened my eyes,” said
service? graduates they struggle to find interested, “some popular or- rewarding as Zechman’s. were the Booker T. Washington Caitlin Graci who volunteered at
Center, House of Healing, Erie Emmaus Soup Kitchen in Erie.
County Historical Museum, “I really learned a lot, especially
Hispanic American Council, how much the people appreci-

Shooting for the


International Institute, Pleasant ated our help and company. I
Ridge Manor East, Neighbor- feel it made me more accepting
hood Art House and Emmaus of others who aren’t like me and
Soup Kitchen. helped me to see what kinds of
Ten students completed a fall poverty people face in our com-
alternative break trip to French- munity.”
ville, Pa., where they volunteered “I am a retired vet and this
side pocket

Oct. 8-9 with Young People Who is a way I can give back to my
Care. Another five students lent comrades from the military,” said
their help to the Franciscans for Mercyhurst North East volunteer
the Poor Oct. 13-16 in Cincin- Randy Luce, who volunteered at
nati, Ohio. Pennsylvania Soldiers and Sailors
Amanda Zechman, an Ameri- Home.
Corps VISTA volunteer assigned

‘Hurst graduate
grogram to hold
an open house
The Office of Adult & Gradu- of their undergraduate degree
ate Programs will hold an open field.
house for prospective graduate “This can be a great career
and post-baccalaureate students strategy for top students who
on Feb. 4 from noon till 2 p.m. majored in one of the social sci-
“This is a ‘one stop’ opportu- ences or humanities and minored
nity,” said Dr. Michael Lyden, in a science area,” said Lyden.
Office of Adult & Graduate The open house will be held
Programs. at the Catherine McAuley Adult
“You can meet informally with Education Center on Wayne
our graduate program direc- Street. RSVP by calling 824-2270
tors and get information about or e-mailing adult@mercyhurst.
financial aid, graduate assistant- edu.
ships, application procedures and
whatever else you need.”
In addition to five master’s de-
gree programs and five graduate
certificates, Mercyhurst offers MATH LAB
post-baccalaureate advanced
certificates in such fields as Located in the Library
accounting, financial planning 304 A & B
and interior design, as well as
certification in early childhood, OPEN:
elementary and secondary edu- Sundays through
cation. Thursdays
College grads can come to
Mercyhurst and get their second- CALL:
ary teacher certification, choos- Ext: 2078
Photo courtesy of Lauren Vaccariello
ing from 16 subject areas ranging For exact hours
from art to world languages.
Brenda Steib and her friends take advantage of the new pool tables MSG arranged to
A new program in Medical Sci- TUTORIAL HELP FOR
put in the Student Union last year. If you have not used them yet, don’t miss out on this
ence / Pre-Health Professions ALL YOUR MATH
opportunity. Hours of use on weekdays are noon to midnight, Fridays are noon to 2 p.m.,
should prove very popular. It NEEDS
2:30 to 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. to midnight and on weekends you can go there from noon to
helps college graduates meet
midnight. So, next time you feel like letting off some steam, go relax and perfect those
the admissions requirements of
pool shark skills.
medical, dental, osteopathic and
pharmacy schools – regardless
January 18, 2006 THE MERCIAD PAGE 4

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A healthier column Plagiarism: Still hazy


after all these years
The average person is recom-
mended to adhere to a 2,000
calorie diet. While this varies for
each individual body type, the
where from 120 to 150 calories
to the drink. However, a diet soda
can cut the calories down to 0.
If I go down State Street and
try 260 calories in a caffé latte,
300 in a caffé mocha, or 310 in
a caramel macchiato – and those
numbers are minus the whipped
with Jen By Julia Keller
Knight Ridder Newspapers
York publisher.
Brinkley says that the “com-
modification” of history by pop-
ular writers may have contributed
general guideline should be fol- order a mixed drink, then ac- cream. With the purchase of a juicer, Way back in 1989, a witty, to the increase in plagiarism’s
lowed, and caloric intake should cording to the pyramid, I’m only It should quickly become ap- a cup of strawberries and even affable writer named Thomas profile – although neither Brin-
be distributed between the mac- allowed to drink half of a can of parent to you that even your a cup of carrots can make a Mallon published a book titled kley nor his colleagues could
ronutrients protein, carbohydrate beer for the rest of the evening. quick morning pick-me-up can homemade energy drink packed “Stolen Words: Forays Into the say whether plagiarism itself is
and fat. Visit www.mypyramid. On the other hand, I could wipe out your daily allowance for with vitamins C and A. With the Origins and Ravages of Plagia- on the rise or just our aware-
gov to find out your daily recom- continue down to Starbucks. A extra calories. right equipment, you could host rism,” in which he puzzled over ness of it, thanks to the media’s
mendations. grande (16 oz.) coffee has 10 This is where the other food a juice party at your apartment “the inability of the literary and willingness to expose the likes of
When I calculated my recom- calories. However, does anyone groups can help you out. Mypyra- that would be a much class- academic worlds adequately to Goodwin and Ambrose.
mended daily allowance, it said really go to Starbucks with the mid.gov recommends that I have ier, healthier and define, much less reasonably pun- The session, which carried the
that I should consume up to 290 intent of ordering a black coffee? three cups of milk every day, two cheaper alterna- ish, instances of plagiarism.” provocative title “Plagiarism:
calories per day from extra fat Maybe you think that you will be cups of fruits, and three cups of tive to spend- Surely, almost a decade and What’s So Bad About It, Any-
and sugar sources. healthy and avoid caffeine, and vegetables. ing the night a half later, Mallon’s point is way?” was moderated by William
A regular 12-ounce beer has order a hot chocolate. Having a homemade hot carousing passe, yes? Surely, as society has Cronon, a history professor at
150 calories, and a light beer has A hot chocolate without chocolate with skim milk can up State matured and progressed, we’ve the University of Wisconsin at
105. Each shot of whisky, vodka whipped cream contains 350, replace my morning coffee, Street. managed to get a handle on pla- Madison and author of several
or rum packs about 100 calories. and a white hot chocolate minus or even having an herbal tea giarism, right? critically acclaimed books includ-
If you add a cup of pineapple the whipped cream packs 480 with a bit of soy milk can be Well, actually, nope. ing “Nature’s Metropolis: Chi-
juice, tonic water, ginger ale or calories. Or, if you want the a soothing beverage to study This much was made clear cago and the Great West.”
regular soda, you are adding any traditional Starbucks specialties, with in the library. recently at a professor-packed Today’s plagiarism scandals,
session of the American His- Cronon noted, generally fall into
torical Association’s meeting two camps: They are perpetrated
Alternatives at the coffee counter in Chicago: When it comes to either by those “caught in a mo-
(based on drinks from Starbucks) plagiarism, almost everybody ment of intense personal crisis”
thinks that something ought to who resorted to plagiarism in
be done about it, but almost one wild, crazy impulse, or by
What you were going to order nobody agrees with anybody else “serial plagiarists” who repeat-
1. Iced Caramel Mocha w/ whipped cream (420 calories) about just what that something edly swipe other people’s words
2. Caffe Mocha w/ whipped cream (400 calories) ought to be. and ideas. The latter, Cronon
3. Frappuchino, any flavor (280-510 calories) And there’s also that annoying added, are “weirder and harder
4. Chantico Drinking Chocolate (390 calories) bugaboo of defining just what to explain.”
truly constitutes plagiarism. Posner, though, proved to be
5. Tazo Chai Tea Latte (290 calories)
Talk about dispiriting: If even no hanging judge when it came
the wise and learned historians to plagiarism.
Instead, try ordering can’t suss it out, what chance do Of Goodwin and Ambrose _
1. Iced shaken coffee w/ a shot of caramel the rest of us have? who copied others’ work in their
(or your favorite flavor) (50 calories) “I favor the most draconian own books multiple times _ he
2. Iced Caffe Mocha (220 calories) approach possible” to plagiarism said, “I take a benign view of the
infractions, declared Carla Rahn celebrity plagiarism of Stephen
3. Light Frappuchino, any flavor (150-400)
Phillips, a history professor at Ambrose and Doris Kearns
4. Iced Caffe Mocha (220 calories) the University of Minnesota who Goodwin. ... They left footnotes,
5. Regular tea (0 calories) seemed to be the six-member which made their plagiarism
panel’s sole hard-liner, advocat- more detectable.”
Remember ing punishments such as “public Posner thus joined the ranks of
1. On a grande sized coffee, whipped cream adds 130 calories. disapproval and shaming.” those who curiously believe that
Not so fast, countered Richard a clumsy and ineffectual plagiarist
2. A flavored syrup adds only 20 calories.
Posner, federal judge and profes- is not really a plagiarist at all.
3. Request soy or skim milk instead of whole. sor at the University of Chicago The question-and-answer ses-
4. Smoothies made at the coffee bar are made from syrup and ice, not actual vegetables and fruits. Law School, and James Fallows, sion following the panel discus-
national correspondent for The sion was disappointing, as mem-
Atlantic magazine. bers of the overflow audience
Is plagiarism, they implied in rose and told their own plagia-

Myspace craze continues


their remarks, really so awful? rism tales _ as victims, naturally,
Should a desperate undergradu- not perpetrators _ rather than
ate who filches a paragraph or engaging with the panelists.
three from an essay found on Yet the fact that so many
best expressed in Times New the Internet at 2:27 a.m. the night people came packing a plagia-
Roman. before a crucial term paper is due rism yarn indicates that the issue
What one doesn’t think about really to be judged as harshly as, continues to mystify and infuri-
when opening a Myspace ac- say, canny professionals such ate, perhaps because at its root,
count is how time consuming as Doris Kearns Goodwin or plagiarism is about creativity. We
and potentially dangerous this the late Stephen Ambrose – to don’t know exactly from whence
simple fun can be. Pre-pubescent name but two recent high-profile creativity comes, so when some-
teens take scantily clad photos plagiarists? body piggybacks onto somebody
with their webcams in hopes Isn’t plagiarism, Posner and else’s, we don’t know whether to
of achieving social acceptability Fallows argued, a matter of scream and reach for the cuffs, or
and maybe a few new Myspace degree, of nuance, of intention, shrug and smile ruefully.
friends. rather than a black-or-white, Is plagiarism a moral and ethi-
Have we forgotten that we up-or-down, you-did-it-or-you- cal crime or just a naughty no-
live in a world of pedophiles didn’t issue? no? A career-killing blunder or a
and stalkers? Along with those Musing somewhere in the forgivable lapse?
sexy photos, most user profiles middle were panelists Alan Brin- Even the professors continue
include personal information kley, Columbia University history to scratch their heads.
available to anyone who cares professor, and Donald Lamm, Is it a crime or a no-no?
to look. former chief executive officer
It is not uncommon for a user of W.W. Norton & Co., a New
to claim addiction. Millions
check their profiles several times
a day, itching with excitement

A few good
and anticipation. Could I have a
pending friend request? A new
message or comment? The pos-
sibilities are endless and keep

brains
users indefinitely hooked.
Katie McAdams/Photo editor It is easy to let Myspace take
Myspace is beginning to take the place of people’s identities. Although this may be the precedence over schoolwork
case, there are those who continue to use it because of the escape it offers. and occupational duties. It can

By Andrea Bodnar
Upon sign up you get to design myspace friends!”
become a second life, more
alluring than the day-to-day Brain Bee challenges your
However, this can easily create realities we commonly immerse
Contributing writer
a profile page to your liking, add
photographs and have your very an illusion of what friendship re- ourselves in. knowledge of neuroscience
own blog. Such a prospect has ally is and instill feelings of false Although there are many in- Mercyhurst College will ments at Mercyhurst College,
Find me, message me, add brought around 40 million users superiority for some. herent risks, Myspace can be a host the annual Brain Bee on features questions answered
me, and don’t forget to read my to this rapidly growing site. Some people do hold a negative safe and fulfilling indulgence. Saturday, Feb. 11, and is look- aloud by individual students in
blog. Many teens today are replacing view of Myspace. Sophomore Responsible users can have fun ing for a few good brains to a “round robin” fashion until
For millions of young people real social activities with Internet Melike Konur said, “Myspace. interacting among friends and participate in the competition only one student is left stand-
a verbal exchange like this is communities such as Myspace. com convinces lonely people allowing others to appreciate based on knowledge of the ing. Questions are pulled from
nothing out of the ordinary. Instead of meeting with friends they will make friends or find unique forms of self-expres- neuroscience field. the Society for Neuroscience
Instead of exchanging telephone at the local hangout or convers- love. These people that make sion. Area high school students publication “Brain Facts,”
numbers upon meeting someone ing via telephone, it has become a these sites arent even making Alex Nees Van Balen, a fresh- are encouraged to participate which can be obtained by visit-
new, people now initiate further world of messaging and commu- money, they’re just as bored and man, expresses this point of and earn a chance to represent ing the Society for Neurosci-
interaction through their respect- nication over the net. Myspace lonely as the people on them. It’s view, “I think Myspace is great! It Northwest Pennsylvania at the ence Website at http://www.
able Internet community. allows for social interaction, sup- a neverending cycle.” allows me to tell the world about International Brain Bee held sfn.org/content/Publication.
Getting to know someone port and the sharing of common myself and interact with all my in March at the University BrainFacts/index.html
through your computer is less interests. It is not uncommon friends without even picking up of Maryland and sponsored Students and teachers
intimidating and lacks the awk- by the Society for Neurosci-
Kids have moved popularity for a user to claim the phone. I’m always checking interested in the competi-
wardness associated with face- contests from school to the In- my page and uploading new pics ence. Last year more than 30 tion should contact Darlene
addiction. regional Brain Bees took place
to-face conversation. ternet, competing to see who can to share!” Melchitzky at 824-3342,
To those who have not yet acquire the most expansive list Whatever your view is of Ultimately, an occasional delv- in the United States, as well as dmelchitzky@mercyhurst.
joined the Myspace scene, it is of friends. Theodore Bodnar, a Myspace there are some unspo- ing into MySpace can be enter- competitions in Canada, Hong edu or Robert Hoff at 824-
a Facebook-like Internet com- 16-year-old highschool student, ken rules people follow: upon taining and fun; but, when it Kong and India. 2380, rhoff@mercyhurst.edu,
munity that gives users more remarked, “When I add someone getting involved in a new rela- begins to take precedence over The regional competition, for more information.
personalization options, and is as my friend I really hope they tionship, don’t forget to post it daily activities it’s time to, at the which is hosted by the biol- Sponsors are also needed for
available to a larger network of accept, it really makes me feel in your profile. True validation very least, take a break. ogy and psychology depart- this event.
people. so much better to have lots of of new romantic endeavors is
Janurary 18, 2004 THE MERCIAD PAGE 5

To contact: opinionmerciad@mercyhurst.edu OPINION


King’s dream still not reality There’s more to life than college offers
Another birthday of civil rights hero Martin Lu- Thirty-seven million Americans are living below At a gathering with friends this past weekend, I own bills and ultimately taking total control of
ther King Jr. has come and gone. It’s been nearly the poverty line with 13 million being children. It took a look around and noticed a few things. our lives.
38 years since King was shot down in Memphis and has been estimated that 45 million Americans do Observing people, the way they behave and the For some people the end result may be marriage,
33 since his famous “I have a dream” speech given not have, and cannot afford, health insurance. In tiny details of situations, is something not many for others a career; it is up to the individual. In fact,
on the steps the wealthiest nation in the world, the so-called land people note. while home over the Christmas holiday I went out
of the Lincoln of opportunity, this is a disgrace. On this spe- to parties where I saw girls that I attended high
Memorial. These issues climaxed in late August, early Sep- cific night and school with who had huge rocks on their fingers,
America has tember when Hurricane Katrina ripped the veil with these spe- Ellen drunkenly stammering on about how they are
come a long Allison off of a massive social divide, one that continues cific people I engaged to so and so.
way since those Moore to grow. saw something Koenig In a cynical way, we took bets to see who would
turbulent days, On every American’s television screens were im- new, however. break up first. But on a positive note, if this is what
but even after ages of poverty and despair . . . images of societal Call it a revela- makes them happy then it is a positive change and
all this time, Opinion editor failure represented largely with African American tion, a sign or Contributing writer good for them.
inequality is faces. Blacks were accused of “looting” while what have you, This is obviously contradictory to what I have
still prevalent whites acting in the same manner were labeled as I have come to stated in past Merciad publications, but it is true.
in American society. “trying to survive.” The poorest areas of New the conclusion that college life is not as fascinat- Change comes about in a number of ways, one
Dr. King was a strong advocate for civil rights, Orleans were exposed for all to see, bringing up the ing as authors, college alumni and even college is through life. Modifications to life are inevitable,
but he was a supporter of economic rights as well. uncomfortable reminder that race and class issues students make it out to be; at least in the social and it is how we observe such changes that will
Toward the end of his life, King began to focus were not resolved in the 1960s. realm of things. determine the end result.
his attention to the issues of poverty, calling for a The 1960s were a great time of change and This time between high school and adulthood Another such way is through a personal initia-
Bill of Rights of the Disadvantaged. King realized progress for American society, but the work that where waiting seems to be the only solution, and I tive.
the detrimental effect poverty had on society and was started was never fully completed. While have become rather bored with this life. Only so many movies can be watched, games
fought to eradicate it for every race. all of the important legislation, such as the Civil It is the same situation at colleges across the of pool played and weekend trips taken until you
King understood the value of social programs Rights Act of 1964, remains on the books, actions U.S.: students sit around on the weekends, have realize that something has to change. Life is fleeting
and in the midst of the raging war in Vietnam, taken by government continue to undermine such get togethers and throw parties. There is always away and moments are scarce.
spoke out against federal money being used to kill progressive feats. alcohol, scantily dressed girls and that one guy Change is possible.
rather than being used to improve the lives of needy As long as federal budget cuts hit social programs with the aviator glasses or hat, some kind of prop It can be as simple as rearranging the furniture in
American citizens. the hardest, equality can never fully be given a full to display that he is in fact the host of the shindig. a room, going out with a different group of friends
No doubt King would share a similar view to- chance to transpire. It gets boring fast. for the weekend or even taking a weekend off to
day. Martin Luther King Jr. Day should not just be a Is there more to college life, or is this it? get ahead on homework and detox the liver.
The federal budget reflects American priorities, time to remember the life and accomplishments Call me crazy, but I have heard wonderful stories People change and so do situations, it is just a
with the defense budget bulging, providing fund- of King. It should also be a reminder that there about college life since the days of high school matter of how these differences are dealt with that
ing for Iraq, Afghanistan and the war on terrorism. is still much work to be done. America’s progress and now that it is finally here, I find myself jaded determine how life ends up.
On the other end of the budget spectrum, social since the 1960s has been significant, but the pres- in the process.
programs are being cut and funding is being with- ent is still a far cry from what King envisioned in After college we are supposed to look forward
held from those who need it most. his famous dream. to a career, being entirely independent, paying our

Improved gas mileage standards: Better ratings, better choices for consumers
age rating system is outdated and vowed reform. eign oil. Gas-electric hybrid vehicles could see some of the
Philadelphia Inquirer editorial Beginning in 2008, ratings will take into account Assuming no changes to the vehicles themselves, biggest variations, because they’re more sensitive to
Knight Ridder Newspapers higher speed limits, rapid acceleration, use of air city m.p.g. estimates for most models are expected road conditions and fuel-draining features, such as
conditioning and cold weather. They’ll consider to drop 10 percent to 20 percent. Highway esti- air-conditioning. However, hybrids will still remain
By the second time they buy a car, most American road grade, wind resistance, tire pressure, load and mates will likely drop 5 percent to 15 percent. among the most fuel-efficient choices.
drivers have learned to view skeptically the mileage different fuels. That would be consistent with comparisons done Beyond vehicle choice, gas mileage depends on
estimates listed on the windows of those shiny new With gas prices high, consumers deserve accurate by the Automobile Club of Southern California’s good maintenance and sensible driving. Factors
automobiles in the showroom. information to make better vehicle choices. That’s Automobile Research Center. In a study released such as low-tire pressure, jump-start acceleration,
“28 m.p.g. highway, 21 city.” Yeah, right. important to individuals, but also to the nation. this week, the center compared EPA’s current overloading cargo racks, running electrical accesso-
Our skepticism is not in vain. Studies have Family vehicles account for 40 percent of American ratings with owner data and its own technicians’ ries on “max,” and unnecessary use of four-wheel
revealed vast discrepancies between the fuel ef- oil consumption and 20 percent of greenhouse-gas research on 41 vehicles. Ninety percent experienced drive reduce efficiency.
ficiency automakers say vehicles can achieve and emissions, which contribute to global warming. By mileage worse than their EPA rating. This new EPA gas-mileage rating system is a
what they actually deliver. choosing more fuel-efficient vehicles, Americans For example, a 2005 Toyota Camry averaged 28.5 needed change.
On Tuesday, the Environmental Protection can help clean up the environment and bolster m.p.g. in the EPA rating, but only 23.7 in the owner
Agency finally admitted that its 20-year-old mile- national security by reducing dependence on for- test and 24.2 in the auto club test.

Ask the Malarkys


It seems like a lot of people meet “the one” in college. Am I missing out if I’m not dating seriously?
There are some people who maybe, the one person you are you are attracted to in others. Wow what a question…I marriage should be the last ing myself these questions; but,
meet the “one” in college, get destined to be with. This can only serve to assure stroked my beard probably 40 thing on any college kid’s mind, ultimately I know that there is a
married soon after graduation My take on dating in college you that when you finally meet times before I could even think because there are so many im- woman out there naive enough to
was inspired by the movie The the “one” they will stand out portant things that precede involve herself with me on some
Sweetest Thing. from all the rest. marriage: finishing school with sort of a permanent basis.
“Don’t go looking for Mr. I would not want to lie awake strong grades, starting a career It seems like the right thing to
Right, look for Mr. Right Now.” at night next to the person I or graduate school, along with do in this situation is whatever
Ms. In my experience if you go married and wonder whether Mr. saving money to name a few. comes naturally and we’ll all end
Malarky looking for something, you won’t there was someone else out there Malarky But, then again, I don’t want to up fine in the long run.
find it. for me. be 40 by the time I get married. Don’t count on the love of
It’s when you least expect I don’t think you can predict Additionally, isn’t there a bet- your life to just waltz into a room
something to come your way, it the best path for your life. There ter forum for meeting attractive, and sit on your lap, but life most
ends up falling into your lap. are people who are happily mar- single and intelligent people than certainly shouldn’t be a constant
For now, just relax and make ried at 22 and there are those who a college setting? search for a mate.
and live happily ever after. the most of your college experi- tie the knot at 32. about touching the keyboard on Hey, maybe the person you met In conclusion, I feel that I have
However, this scenario does ence. Remember, marriage is not this one. in some lacrosse player’s dingy proven certainly to myself, and
not occur as often in the 21st People are multi-faceted crea- something that should be con- I personally believe this is actu- basement after a few funnels even to you, that I am not ready
century as it did in previous tures. When you first meet some- sidered lightly. ally a really good question with a was the one and you let them slip for marriage.
decades. one they can seem amazing but Don’t think that in five years couple of answers. right through your fingers! After Maybe somewhere down the
If anything, college serves to in three weeks can be amazingly you need to have a ring on your This question might sound all, Baldwin Hall is only so large road I’ll meet that special some-
introduce people to a wide range annoying. finger and settle down. ridiculous, but there are a lot of and this campus so small, am I one; but, alas I remain single and
of new experiences. I think it is better to date a Life is meant to be lived, wheth- people who get married right out destined to be single forever? shall stay this way for a while.
This includes meeting a diverse range of people because you er you are married or not. of college. (Yes).
group of people and maybe, just begin to find what characteristics Never settle for anything less. My gut reaction tells me that Perhaps I’m the only one ask-

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ARTS &
ENTERTAINMENT To contact: entertainmentmerciad@mercyhurst.edu

Schneider brings big band to the PAC


Trumpet pieces are either ar- casting by hosting programs for
By Christina Ferranti
ranged in close harmony with WQLN-FM Erie, in jazz, world
Contributing writer
each other or played in unison to music and new music (contem-
provide a powerful, penetrating porary classical music).
According to Time Magazine, sound. She initiated her career in Currently, he hosts a program
“Schneider’s big band paints 1993, appearing every Monday entitled “JazzFlight,” which airs
musical landscapes full of glow- night at Visiones in Greenwich Monday through Thursday eve-
ing pastel harmonies and sharp- Village. nings from 9-11 p.m.
angled rhythms, listen to her This remained the same for It features contemporary art-
sweepingly ambitious composi- five years until she was invited ists from all around the world
tions, and hear the next wave to perform large-scale perfor- including Cuba, Senegal, Brazil,
in jazz taking shape before your mances at jazz festivals and con- India, Mali, and Eastern Eu-
very ears.” cert halls across Europe, Brazil rope.
Grammy-award winning ar- and Macau. “‘Concert in the Garden,’
ranger and composer, Maria Sch- Robert Hoff praises the ac- [Schneider’s] Orchestra’s recent
neider, has inspired and amazed claimed performer/composer. recording, is perfect for my
many people. “Maria Schneider is today’s most jazz program on WQLN since
Her several accomplishments important and exciting contribu- it grafts word music to jazz,”
have earned her a plethora of tor to what has been called ‘or- says Hoff. He regularly features
awards and place her in the chestral’ jazz. Schneider’s material, so make
prestigious position to compose “She is a musical explorer in a sure to tune in for a sampling of
large-scale projects and collabo- line of great musicians such as her music.
rations Duke Ellington and Gil Evans Schneider will be visiting Mer-
Maria Schneider is classified who have managed to meld the cyhurst College to perform
in the Big Band genre of music, spontaneous improvisational and hold a master class with
which can be defined as a large spirit of jazz with a masterful students.
musical ensemble that is focused sense of harmonic construc- Scott Meier says, “Schneider Photo Courtesy of the PAC
in the jazz realm. tion. is a huge and current figure in Grammy award-winning composer/arranger Maria Schneider performs Jan. 28 at PAC.
This form of music was very “Her voicings are gorgeous, the big band world. Chances to
popular in the 1930s and the and she writes the most amazing work with people of this caliber the real working world. and how to get it out of her prices are: Gold Circle:
1940s and is typically arranged melodies,” he said. are rare and the students in the “She has a reputation as a ensemble.” $22.50; Adult: $17.50; Senior/
through improvisation. The Hoff has hosted and produced jazz ensemble will benefit greatly knowledgeable, well thought She will be performing at the Student: $15.00; President Card:
sections of a big band include a series of jazz programs and from her rehearsal and discus- rehearsal technician who is ab- Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts $15.00; and Mercyhurst Students
rhythm, brass and saxophones. continues his interest in broad- sions with them about jazz and solutely sure of what she wants Center on Jan. 28 at 8 p.m. Ticket (one per ID): $1.00.

Emo genre turns chic


flare jeans for guys, but they are by another band whose members
By Joe Fidago
much more expensive and not wake up in the morning just to go
Contributing writer
much different than the female through the day acting like their
brands. kitten just died.
When it comes to fashion, I’ve Tattoos and gauged ears are The page background is black.
never claimed to be a Giorgio also a big characteristic, as well The person’s picture: most likely
Armani in-the-making, but I like as having “sleeves” on the arms an extreme close-up, black and
to think I know the basics. My (intertwining tattoos that cover white, only half of the face
limited insight gives me the abil- the upper arms and forearms). is showing and –you guessed
ity to write the following. Getting the “Thursday” dove it– hair all over the face, covering
One of the most popular tattoo on the triceps area is an ac- up at least one eye. Mysterious,
clothing styles tied in with mu- ceptable alternative to sleeves. dark, edgy? No.
sic nowadays seems to involve Another thing that will greatly So, if you are an “emo kid,”
a massive amount of hair, tight increase the chances of being ac- this probably just described you,
shirts, and women’s pants. cepted as a true “emo kid” is to and for anyone that was looking
No, this isn’t the “Van Halen set up a MySpace account. for guidance in the matter, refer
World Tour;” it’s the new dress Now, millions of people have to above to complete the trans-
code for fans of bands such as MySpace accounts, and I have no formation.
“Dashboard Confessional,” “My problem with it. As a final reminder before the inter- Melissa Brandt/A&E editor
Chemical Romance” and a slew The “emo” Web page I’m talk- net crashes because of all the hate mail Students examine the etched wood sillhouettes created by Japan native Yu Kanazawa.
of others. ing about probably has the head- I’m sure to receive, I don’t hate these
Emo is supposed to be a sub-
genre of Indie music, but some-
how it transferred into fashion,
ing of the infamous, “The truth
is you could slit my throat / And
with my one last gasping breath
bands or their music at all.
This is not meant to diss them -
it’s just a recommended idea to shop
International artists’
and lately it’s become a defining / I’d apologize for bleeding on in men’s department every once in a
characteristic of some people’s
clothing.
As far as I can tell, there are
your shirt” line by “Taking Back
Sunday,” or possibly something
while.
exhibit at Cummings
three major requirements for cludes unique silhouettes etched printmaking.
a male to be referred to as an By Melissa Brandt into wood slabs. In lithograph printmaking,
“emo kid.” A&E Editor The original form was provided the intended image is recessed
The first requirement is to have by his students at SUNY James- on the plate in order for the ink
hair –and a lot of it. It has to be Kaleidoscopic patterns and town where he is the chair of the to fill the well and transfer to the
arranged to mimic that old man intriguing etchings cover some of Fine Arts Department. product.
in Eat ‘n Park with a hideous the pieces featured in the Cum- Kanazawa maintains it’s not Although usually the print-
comb over, or plastered down mings Art Gallery this week. just the person that is important, ed work is the end product,
onto or across the forehead. The “International Vision” but their role in the form the art Kanazawa chose to display the
The second requirement is to showcase displays the creations takes. lithographic plate as the art.
buy shirts that are originally in- of artists Yu Kanazawa and Mi- “It’s like a character in a lan- “It’s only natural that I present
tended for an 11- year-old. If the chael Olugbile, natives of Japan guage,” says Kanazawa, “you can the plate,” he says. “The matrix
cliché studded belt is at all cov- and Nigeria, respectively. look at ‘a’ away from the alpha- is the product.”
ered, the shirt is far too large. Olugbile’s ceramic creations bet, away from language and still Both artists are scheduled to
If the shirt looks like one a girl range from earthy, detailed vases recognize ‘a.’” hold a workshop and lecture in
might wear, the goal has been to representations of the female “It’s a symbol,” says Kanazawa, their field of expertise.
accomplished. form with child. “A sampling of America, a sam- The gallery is open Tuesday
The third requirement is to go He is also the chair of the Ce- pling of what I see.” through Sunday from 2-5 p.m
to a favorite clothing store and ramics Program at Shawnee State With 15 years in the United and Thursday from 7-9 p.m.
raid the girls’ jeans. University. States, the ex-economics major This show will be available until
From what I have heard, sev- Photo Courtesy of www.thursday.com Kanazawa’s art, dominantly has explored his artistic abilities Feb. 18.
eral skating companies make Member of band ‘Thursday’ dressed in normal emo garb. prints and drawings, also in- in several areas, another includes

‘Circle Takes the Square’ releases ‘As the Roots Undo’


screamo album. However, fans vocals, it is easy to ignore them the album, and it served as a nice
By Eric Haak
of “Fall Out Boy” and “Taking and enjoy the music instead. counterpoint to the pounding
Contributing writer
Back Sunday” should probably The standout track is probably riffing and drums found on many
stay away. “Interview at the Ruins” which parts of the CD.
It takes about six seconds into This is actual screamo and not starts with an ominous piano in- Overall, “Circle Takes the
“Circle Takes the Square’s” CD the pop-punk equivalent. The troduction which is then layered Square” is not a band for ev-
“As The Roots Undo” to realize main issue that fans of such with some simple drums. erybody.
this is not an average CD. music will likely have is the fact Soon, the guitars come in with The people who are most likely
Indeed, the best word to de- that the vocals involve actual a cutting riff and the drums pick going to enjoy this are the people
scribe the opening track which screaming. up. Throughout the track there who can listen to a “Blood For
consists entirely of whistling, Drew Speziale and Kathy is a pensive feeling. Blood” CD and then switch to
chanting, humming and sound Coppola (yes, there’s a girl in “Non Objective Portrait of Cursive.
effects is creepy. the band) share vocal duties in Karma” shows the bands diversi- Fans of hardcore music should
This is a good way to describe the band. While both use spo- ty with a prolonged introduction not be put off by the screamo
many of the atmospheric and ken word and clean vocals, the which is downright soothing. tag because the lyrics aren’t as
moody tracks on the third re- screams may put off some. These two tracks are also prob- dripping with emotion as one
lease, their first full length, from At certain points on several ably two of the most accessible would suspect.
the Savannah, Ga. natives. tracks it is easy to hear Drew’s tracks on the album with the Instead, the lyrics are simply
“Circle Takes the Square” is an voice breaking from the strain music being more melodic than more poetic than most hardcore
amazingly technical band consid- of screaming. on other tracks. bands.
ering that they have only been Some fans enjoy the honesty Another interesting riff is The emotional parts are there,
playing together for five years of this type of screaming when found at the intro of “A Crater but they’re very easy to miss or
and lost a guitarist after their first compared to the cookie monster To Cough In” which is the eight ignore if desired.
two releases. growls of other hardcore. minute ending track.
Photo courtesy of www.circletakesthesquare.com
“As the Roots Undo” is a For those who don’t like the It was a very melodic part to ‘Circle Takes the Square’ releases new screamo album.
January 18, 2006 THE MERCIAD Page 7

LAKER
To contact: sportsmerciad@mercyhurst.edu SPORTS
Seth reaches milestone
Senior hits her 1,000th point off free throw against Saginaw Valley at home

By Ryan Palm
Sports editor

The women’s basketball team


came away from a pair of home
contests with two losses to con-
ference foes last week. File Photo File Photo

Thursday against Northwood Junior J.J. Zanetta Junior Zach Schafer


things came down to the last
seconds, with heartbreak at the
end. Zanetta gets big win
“I am disappointed for the
team that we didn’t take care of
being at home this past week with
at National Duals
games we should have won,” said However, as far as national
By Matt Jackson
Coach Karin Nicholls. “We are rankings go, Zanetta has been a
Co-Sports editor
not playing up to our potential no show despite having just one
defensively and holding teams less win than top-ranked team-
under 35 percent from the floor,” Prior to the NWCA National mate Zach Schafer.
she said. Duals held this past weekend. Fortunately, the 141-pound
Mercyhurst (6-11, 2-5) came Mercyhurst wrestling Coach former national qualifier is not
out hot at the start of both Tony Cipollone made just one concerned by the rankings.
halves, leading early on 15-5 prediction; it was going to be a “I don’t think national rankings
before the game was tied 27-27 tough competition. mean that much,” said Zanetta.
at halftime. Now after the event has taken “The postseason is like a whole
Down the stretch the game re- place, J.J. Zanetta could tell you new season. Everyone steps it
mained close. Northwood went Cipollone knew what he was up and goes after each other be-
ahead 56-55 when Maureen El- talking about. cause everyone is shooting for a
liot converted a free throw with Zanetta finished 1-2 for the national title.”
19 seconds left. Lakers, who also finished 1-2 on The underdog path could prove
Mercyhurst got the ball back the weekend, but with the qual- to be an advantage. Unlike Scha-
with plenty of time to score, but ity of competitors Zanetta was fer, who will have a giant target
were unable to convert as Erin forced to go against- three of the on his back if he stays near the
Solada’s last-minute attempt went top five nationally ranked wres- top of the rankings, Zanetta will
wide of the hoop as the buzzer tlers- that one win alone shows be the wrestler with less pressure
sounded. he could be the cinderella story to deal with in big matches.
Anderson led the Lakers in for the Lakers come national Zanetta wouldn’t have to look
scoring with 17 points and also tournament time. too far back to see a story similar
grabbed eight rebounds to lead The losses came via a 3-1 to his unfold with a successful
all players while senior Cassie decision to No. 1 Thad Benton ending. Just two seasons ago
Seth contributed 12 points. of Pitt-Johnstown and a 7-1 Ricky Randazzo was a relatively
Saturday the Lakers fell to decision to No. 2 Kyle Evans of unnoticed 125-pounder despite
Saginaw Valley State 83-67. Central Oklahoma. Sandwiched wrestling consistently well all
Seth reached a career mile- in between was the highlight of season.
stone in the contest, tallying her Zanetta’s day, a 9-8 win over No. Randazzo ended the season as
1,000th point with a free throw 5 Ben Keen of Minnesota State- an All-American with a seventh
in the second period.. Moorhead. place finish at the NCAA Cham-
“We are happy to see Cassie “That win is definitely a boost,” pionships.
get her 1000th point. It is a tre- Katie McAdams/Photo editor said Zanetta. “Hopefully I can Zanetta and the young Laker
mendous accomplishment and it Cassie Seth (33) reached the 1,000 point mark for her career in a loss to Saginaw. keep getting better and become squad will return to the mat
shows her complete dedication to an All-American at the end of Friday and Saturday in the East
the game.” said Nicholls. the year.” regional Duals at Shippensburg.
Anderson again led Mercy- Seth finished with 15 points, Up next is a pair of tough con- week to prepare and hopefully Cipollone has faith in his junior Mercyhurst is currently ranked
hurst, this time tallying a double- becoming the 11th player in the ference road games against Ferris come away with at least a split,” co-captain saying last week that No. 14 in the nation.
double with 21 points and 17 program’s history to top the State and Lake Superior State. said Nicholls. he has been the team’s most con- See related story at bottom
rebounds. 1,000-point mark. “ We need to work harder this sistent wrestler all season. of page.

Men’s hockey sweeps


visiting Connecticut
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in the national polls.. tlers individually ranked. part of the season.
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Laker Sports “Quick Hits”

This Weeks Results...


Men’s hoops win two
Women’s hockey................................Jan. 13, T 2-2, Wayne State their second GLIAC victory.
By Brady Hunter
Jan. 14, W 4-2, Wayne State On the night, junior Avi Fogel
Contributing writer
was up to his old tricks, leading
Men’s hockey.................................................Jan. 13, W 6-3 UConn the team with 24 points.
Jan. 14 W 4-3 (OT),UConn This week brought two im- He was also the only player in
Women’s basketball.........................Jan. 12, L 56-55, Northwood portant wins to the Mercyhurst the game to spend all 40 minutes
Jan. 14, L 83-67, Saginaw Valley
men’s basketball team. on the court.
Both opponents were GLIAC Fogel led Mercyhurst with five
Men’s basketball..............................Jan. 12 W 69-67, Northwood rivals, and both fell at the Mer- assists, as well.
Jan. 14, W 83-67, Saginaw Valley cyhurst Athletic Center. Junior Richard Field and soph-
Wrestling..............................Jan. 14, 26-15, Minn. St. Moorehead The wins raised the Lakers omore Terry Smith chipped in
Jan. 14, 31-7, Pitt-Johnstown
record to 13-4 overall and 3-4 in with 16 and 12 points, respec-
the GLIAC. tively.
Jan. 14, 32-6, Central Oklahoma First up was Northwood Uni- Besides his game-winning
___________________________________________________ versity on Thursday night. shots, Kubinski had four re-
This contest was a tough strug- bounds, three steals and six other
gle, although Mercyhurst led 31- points.
17 shortly before the half. He was also able to draw a
In the news... The beginning of the game charge on the defensive end with
saw Mercyhurst run to a 7-0 lead seven seconds to play when it ap-
before the visitors rallied and peared all hope was lost.
Basketball’s Fogel gets national honor gained an 8-7 lead. Saturday saw the Lakers pick up
The end was also as close as another big win, as they downed
Awards keep coming for basketball’s Avi Fogel, this time being can get, as senior Andy Kubinski Saginaw Valley 67-63.
honored by the Eastern College Athletics Conference (ECAC). explained. This time it was another senior
Fogel, a junior transfer from San Diego, was named the “I’ve never been in a situation making big plays, as Jeff Daisley Katie McAdams/Photo editor
Division II Men’s Basketball Player of the Week. like that where the game was on finished with a career-high 20 Senior Jeff Daisley scored 20 points against Saginaw.
the line with no time - or basically points.
Fogel scored 24 points against Northwood and contributed 17 no time - left on the clock. I was He added a game-high nine practices have been focused on (Ferris State on Thursday and
against Saginaw Valley in the team’s two wins last week. glad that I had a chance to win rebounds and two steals. defense and coach Tyson has Lake Superior State on Saturday).
His jumper with 14 seconds left against Northwood tied the
the game.” Once again, Fogel dropped a really been stressing having ac- Last week’s wins should not be
game and set the stage for Andy Kubinski’s heroics at the
Kubinski stood at the free good number of points with 17, tive hands at all times,” he said. underestimated, however, as
free-throw line with one second left. In addition, he scored 15
throw line with the game clock and added five rebounds, five “I just go out there every game Kubinski points out.
reading 0:00:10 and the score assists and two steals. and try to help my team get a win. “It is always great to have back-
of his 24 points in the second half, keeping the Lakers in the I don’t put up a lot of points, but to-back wins in the GLIAC. The
tied at 67. Kubinski contributed four
contest. my teammates know that they league is tough so all wins are big
“The confidence that I felt more steals, giving him 56 on
For the season he is averaging over 17 points-a-game as well from my teammates after I got the year and eight straight games can count on me to work hard wins. We were picked last at the
as adding four rebounds, five assists, and a pair of steals. fouled really helped to lessen the with multiple steals. and make little plays that can beginning of the season, but we
situation in my mind,” Kubinski When asked about his streak, help us win.” have talent here that can make
explained. Kubinski emphasized his team’s After two impressive GLIAC an impact in the league if we can
The senior drained both free philosophy, “We have really wins, the Lakers go on the road stay focused and execute coach’s
Men’s hockey back in the polls throws, and the Lakers earned been struggling defensively. Our to face two more league rivals system,” he said.

Women’s hockey goes 1-0-1


After being left out last week following a sweep at the hands
of Army, the men’s hockey team returned to the national polls,
both the USA Today poll and the USCHO.com poll included the
Lakers in their latest release.
stretch. the period when senior captain ton was able to beat Thompson
In the USA Today poll, the Lakers are ranked No. 22, the only By Ryan Palm “44-11 shots on goal, clearly Samantha Shirley scored on the for her eighth lamplighter of
ranked team in Atlantic Hockey. Sports editor goaltending was the key Friday power play. the year.
night,” said coach Michael Sisti. Mercyhurst was able to come Interestingly enough, the two
In the USCHO.com poll, they are ranked No. 28, two pegs For the first time in 25 contests, Mercyhurst was behind early, out scoring on Saturday, when teams played over 54 minutes
ahead of Atlantic Hockey rival Holy Cross. the Mercyhurst women’s hockey with Wayne State scoring their they scored three goals in as without a penalty, with only one
team did not defeat the Wayne first goal just three minutes into many minutes in the middle pe- call against Wayne State creat-
Topping both polls is Wisconsin, who now is ranked first in both
State Warriors. the game. riod to defeat the Warriors 4-2. ing the lone power play for the
men’s and women’s hockey polls.
As hard as that is to believe, the A Warrior shot had deflected Sophomore forward Sherilyn Lakers.
history between the two schools high into the air off a Mercyhurst Fraser scored her first goal of Because of the tie, Mercyhurst
has been dominantly one-sided defender, and Mercyhurst goalie the season to get the scoring dropped a position in the US-
until Friday night’s contest. Laura Hosier was unable to halt stampede started. CHO.com poll to No. 6.
Former hockey stars in pro ranks On Friday night a hot Mer- the puck. She was soon followed by The team had moved up a week
A pair of former stars for Rick Gotkin’s hockey program are cyhurst team was cooled off Six minutes later Mercyhurst Bourbeau’s 12th goal of the year, ago to the No. 5 position ahead
making a name for themselves at the next level. Defensemen by Wayne State goalie Tiffany evened the score when junior which is now good for second on of Minnesota, but the move up
T.J. Kemp and forward David Wrigley both made the all-star Thompson. Stefanie Bourbeau continued the team. was short-lived. Mercyhurst now
rosters in their respective leagues. Kemp will be playing at The sophomore stopped 42 of her hot streak, scoring her 11th Freshman forward Valerie Ch- stands at 14-6-2 overall, and their
the East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) in Fresno, Calif. in late the Lakers’ 44 shots on goal, en- goal of the season and seventh ouinard, fresh off of playing in perfect conference record is now
January. abling the Warriors to notch a 2-2 straight game with a score. Germany for the Canada U-22 spoiled at 5-0-1.
tie with their conference foe. The tie held until the very be- team, scored her team-leading The team will be traveling to
Wrigley will represent his team at the United Hockey League The game marked the third ginning of the third period when 13th goal only 25 seconds later. square off against fellow College
(UHL) All Start Classic also in January in St. Charles, Mo. He week in a row that Wayne State the Warriors converted an even- Wayne State was able to tally a Hockey America rival Niagara
will be playing for the “B” squad in the contest. had played a nationally ranked strength goal to go ahead 2-1. goal in the third period, but Mer- University on Jan. 21-22 and then
team, with Friday night’s being Mercyhurst was able to get cyhurst came right back when travel to No. 3 New Hampshire
the second point earned in that back to square midway through junior defender Ashley Pendel- and Boston College Jan. 27-28.

Borrelli Atlantic Hockey Player of Week


Atlantic Hockey announced Monday that Mercyhurst forward
Dave Borrelli is the conference Player of the Week for his great
Volleyball has eyes on improvement
play against UConn last week. competition to senior setter, Patton has implemented a new will be difficult to replace. But
By Andy Tait
Dan Kick. system to practices dubbed the we have some great talent at the
He scored five points over the weekend in the two wins, with Contributing writer
Rochester native Dave New- ‘Competitive Caldron.’ “Players freshmen level,” said Kick.
two goals Friday night followed by a goal on Saturday. He also man will complete a trio of play- are ranked based on physical The Lakers compete in the
added a pair of assists in the back end of the weekend. With the season due to get ers hoping to fill the two middle testing, statistics and win/loss A-League of the Midwestern
started Jan. 18, the men’s volley- blocker positions. records of practice drills and Intercollegiate Volleyball Asso-
Freshman goalie Tyler Small was also named Honorable ball team is gearing up for what Four freshmen will look to gain games,” said Miller. ciation (MIVA).
Mention for his goalkeeping against the Huskies. He stopped could be an interesting year. experience from senior, outside One key factor in how far the The MIVA announced this
a combined 72 of 78 shots to improve his record to 5-2 overall. Never in the history of the hitters Justin Waas and Nate team goes this year will be how past week that the names of the
program has the team progressed Keegan. quickly the team can gel. leagues will be changed to honor
past the first round of the play- Chad Proudman, Jeff Hart- With such a large group of former coaches.
offs. man, Gary Coad and Bryan Ritter freshmen it is vital that the team Patton has lofty goals for the
Drennan CHA Rookie of the Week
Second year coach, Ryan Pat- will add strength to this area. has good leadership. future of the men’s volleyball
College Hockey America (CHA) honored Mercyhurst goaltender ton is working hard to try and Tim Wagner could see plenty Seniors Dan Kick and Nate program, and he believes a sec-
Courtney Drennan as the Rookie of the Week on Monday. take the team to that elusive of action in his first year. Keegan will lead the team this ond round berth is without doubt
Drennan notched her fifth win in as many chances on Saturday next step. He will compete with senior season as co-captains. achievable.
against Wayne State. She held the Warriors scoreless in the “Our finish was right on last Brady Hunter for playing time Outside hitter Waas and oppo- “I think he’s a great coach, who
second period when the Lakers went on a tear taking a 3-0 year, we played some good vol- as starting opposite. site hitter Brady Hunter, complete will have tremendous success
lead. leyball and in our playoff game Three players are in contention the team’s senior contingent. here,” said Kick.
we played really well,” said Pat- for the starting libero position. “The four seniors are in a really The Lakers will get underway
ton. Freshmen Jordan Pierson and good position, where they can Jan. 18 against Medaille College
Unfortunately, the team fell Kyle Miller will compete with heavily influence the future of in Buffalo, N.Y.
Club Hockey wins against RMU short, which is something that sophomore Ben Van Balen. this program,” said Patton. The team then returns home
Patton hopes to change. The competitiveness of prac- Miller believes that senior for a trio of games in the Mer-
The Mercyhurst club hockey team picked up their seventh win “We would like to win more tice is what Patton holds as the leadership is going to be crucial cyhurst Invitational.
of the season this past weekend when they defeated Robert games this year but we will look key to the program realizing its to how well the team does this The Lakers will face Niagara at
Morris University 5-2. more at the way we are playing, ambitions. year. 6 p.m. and East Stroudsburg at 8
than measuring ourselves against Particular emphasis has been “Nate Keegan and Dan Kick p.m. on Jan. 20.
The team is now 7-1, good for third place in the Eastern other teams.” placed upon the importance of will be two individuals that the The following day the Lakers
Collegiate Hockey League. They are four points behind league- The Lakers have lost eight play- performing in practice. team will really look to,” said will match up against Sacred
leader Niagara and two behind University of Buffalo. ers from last year’s team, due to “Practice is going to be the key Miller. Heart at 4 p.m.
graduation and a variety of other determinant in who makes the “If we can mold and shape the With the season shortly to get
The team will rest this weekend before they are scheduled reasons. starting lineup,” said Patton. younger players into what they underway, please try to support
to host Rochester and Slippery Rock on Jan. 27-28 at the Ice The arrival of nine newcomers “Practices have been very need to be, Mercyhurst men’s the team this year in their quest
Center. Both games are scheduled for a 7 p.m. face-off. to the team this year signals the competitive,” said freshmen Kyle volleyball should be very com- to make history.
beginning of Patton’s rebuilding Miller, who also added “Suc- petitive over the next few years,” “When people give men’s vol-
Quick hits are compiled by sports editor Ryan Palm. Any- efforts. cess only comes with hardwork, said Kick. leyball a chance, they usually find
thing worthy of being a “quick hit” should be e-mailed to The new recruits include Dave so that is the only option we “We lost two excellent players it is a good, fast sport to watch,”
sportsmerciad@mercyhurst.edu. Hatten, who will provide stiff have.” last year to graduation, and they said Patton.

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