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Vol. 79 No. 3 Mercyhurst College 501 E. 38th St. Erie Pa. 16546 September 28, 2005
THE

Presidential candidates
Selection committee announces three finalists to college community
They have been very harmonious con-
By Joshua Wilwohl
sidering that they are a diverse group
Editor-in-chief
and the undercurrents we faced,” Sen-
nett said.
Mercyhurst College is one step closer “The committee considered every
to determining its 11th president after applicant,” he added. “Each of the
an extensive search process left three candidates had the opportunity to
candidates. convince the committee through the
The three – Thomas G. Fox, Ph.D., letter, application, curriculum vitae and
the senior vice president for advance- references.”
ment at Florida Institute of Technology, In late August, the committee nar-
Melbourne, Fla.; Thomas J. Gamble, rowed the field to eight candidates and
Ph.D., vice president of academic after extensive 90-minute interviews
affairs at Mercyhurst; and Colleen with the committee, the committee
Hester, Ph.D., vice president of stra- voted on the three finalists.
tegic planning, institutional research Thomas G. Fox, Ph.D., is the senior
and evaluation at the University of St. vice president for advancement at
Thomas, Houston, Texas – plan to visit Florida Institute of Technology in
the campus in early October. Melbourne, Fla.
On-campus visits will take place Oct. He is responsible for all fund-raising
3-4 for Fox, Oct. 6-7 for Gamble and Dr. Thomas G. Fox Dr. Thomas J. Gamble Dr. Colleen Hester programs; alumni, government and
Oct. 11-12 for Hester. community relations; public affairs;
During those visits the candidates will to officially vote and determine the of February after the retirement of trustees and the Sisters of Mercy marketing and communications; pub-
meet with the college’s trustees, admin- college’s new president. Mercyhurst’s ninth president, Dr. Wil- – aided in developing the leadership lications; and the public radio station.
istrators, faculty, coaches and students William C. Sennett, chairman of the liam P. Garvey. statement. He has held that position since 2003.
at the Erie and North East campuses. search committee, said the board had The committee spent the first month Advertising for the position began Prior to that, Fox was at Wheel-
They will also visit with the Sisters of “really good” applicants in a pool of preparing a leadership statement and in late spring and constant, up-to- ing Jesuit University for three years
Mercy, the order of nuns who founded 50 candidates that included presidents, selecting the national search firm, Aca- date emails were sent to inform the where he was senior vice president
the college in 1926. provosts and vice presidents of other demic Search. Mercyhurst Community about the for advancement and sponsored pro-
Following the visits, the board of institutions. All constituents of the college – stu- search. grams.
trustees plans to meet on Oct. 27 The search began in the latter month dents, faculty, alumni, administrators, “This has been a dedicated group. Please see Candidates on Page 2

Homecoming ‘05
A little something for everyone to enjoy
Comfortable Old-Fashioned Tea” with
By Katie Walker
the Sisters of Mercy in the Cummings
Contributing writer
Art Gallery.
This will give alums the chance to talk
This weekend the famous gates of to several Sisters about Mercyhurst and
Mercyhurst will welcome back many the Sisters of Mercy.
people that have graced the campus in The fun will then continue at the Cor-
years past. nerstone Bar and Grill where alumni
Sept. 30 through Oct. 2, is Homecom- can “Revive the Good Times” begin-
ing weekend here at the ‘Hurst, and the ning at 5 p.m. This is an informal get
Hill will sure to be buzzing with alumni together for the alumni to sit and talk
reliving their times at the ‘Hurst along about their good times on the Hill.
with current students making memo- For those that do not go to “Revive
ries that they will hold dear for years the Good Times” they can attend the
to come. Alumni Awards Dinner in the Mercy
Homecoming 2005 begins on Friday Heritage Room. This event begins at
Katie McAdams /Photo editor at 11:30 a.m. with the 11th annual James 6 p.m. with a cocktail reception dinner
Student cars line both sides of Wayne Street due to a lack of parking spaces on the east side of campus R. McKeever Alumni Golf Outing will follow at 7 p.m.
and Dinner at the Lawrence Park Golf This year’s award recipients are Mary

Parking problems persist


Club. Ellen Dahlkemper ’73, who will be
This annual event benefits the James honored for Outstanding Service to
R. McKeever scholarship fund, a Her Community; William G. Ball, Esq.
scholarship that is given each year at ’85, honored for Outstanding Achieve-
Briggs and Lewis Avenues have cars outside of Mercyhurst lots. the event. ment in a Chosen Field; Sister Elisabeth
By Corrie Thearle
lined up bumper to bumper on one The college restricts freshmen from The weekend’s events kick into high Lintsen ’70, honored for outstanding
News editor
side at any time of the day. The cars having cars on campus. However, the gear Saturday at 10 a.m. when alumni Service to Mercyhurst; and Matt Triola
on the left or right side of Parade Street large incoming freshman classes during will register for events in the Perform- ’90, honored as Outstanding Young
College is full of obstacles and chal- can be seen sporting many Mercyhurst the past years have now grown into size- ing Arts Center and also enjoy a conti- Alumnus.
lenges that all students must learn to stickers. able sophomore classes. Many upper- nental breakfast and mingling with their For those that do not wish to attend
overcome. Whether it’s a messy room- Due to the heavy amount of parking classmen have cars on campus. friends until 11:30 a.m. the Awards Dinner, but would like to
mate or a drill sergeant moonlighting on all of these residential streets, the The college has increased in student For alumni that have not seen the congratulate the award recipients they
as a professor, college students tackle city of Erie stepped in to alleviate the numbers, but has yet to increase park- improvements to the campus they can may attend the post- dinner reception
many problems. parking problems. ing lot spaces. participate in Ambassador guided walk- which begins at 9:30 p.m. in the Mercy
At Mercyhurst College one of the All three of these city streets have Even though it appears there is a lack ing tours, which will be available until Heritage Room.
biggest student concerns does not parking restrictions, preventing students of spaces available on campus, there are 12:30 p.m. The weekend winds down on Sunday
present itself in a classroom or dorm from parking cars on both sides. enough spaces available for students The Homecoming tailgate party kicks with a Mass celebrated in the Christ
room, but in the parking lots and streets These measures allow for efficient with cars. off at noon on Tullio Field. This is a the King Chapel beginning at 10 a.m.
across campus. and productive traffic flow. Large emer- According to Police and Safety there time for alumni to catch up with their and that will be followed by “A Taste
Student parking has been a major gency vehicles and snow plows are able are 1,547 parking slots across campus. friends and get themselves fired up to of Class” Brunch in the Egan Dining
issue for Mercyhurst College students. to have complete access. Two cars can This fall Police and Safety conducted cheer on the mighty Lakers in their Room from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
The incredible growth of the stu- safely pass one another on the street and daily surveys of the number of available game against Ashland beginning at Homecoming 2005 offers a wide array
dent body in the past couple years has local residents have additional parking parking spaces in lots across campus. 1:30 p.m. of activities for alumni young and old
added increased pressure to the parking if needed in front of their homes. The surveys have confirmed that at The Homecoming Queen and King to participate in and also offers a little
arrangements on campus. These measures have secured safe certain times of the day, there are up will be announced at the football something for those that are enjoying
Upperclassmen who cannot find a driving and parking conditions on resi- to 70 available slots in one lot. game. their time at the ‘Hurst. Be sure to enjoy
space in a lot must seek parking on a dential streets, but have not lessened the For those that do not want to attend the 2005 Homecoming on the Hill.
city street. pressure for students to seek parking Please see Parking on Page 3 the football game they can enjoy “A
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Technology professionals
World Briefs CIT department provides instructional support
International news
Compiled by
Christina Ferranti Straight to the moon By Katie Walker Future Program was funded by
Contributing writer a grant from the federal govern-
NASA plans return to the ment, and the grant ran out last
Moon by 2020. year.
Four astronauts are to be sent Are you an instructor looking According to Barbara Pitt-
in a new space vehicle that will for a way to expand your use of man, Director of the Center
cost an estimated $104 billion. technology in the classroom? for Instruction Technology,
It is similar to the Apollo Are you a student that is in “The Center came into existence
program that carried the first need of video projection equip- through the work of the Teach-
humans to the moon in 1969. ment? ing, Learning and Technology
The new system will put crew Well the answer to your ques- Steering Committee, chaired by
members into a capsule sitting tions and needs are located right Dr. Terry Pettijohn, which over
atop a rocket, and will have a on the Mercyhurst campus. the last two years developed and
separate heavy-lift vehicle to take The Center for Instructional proposed a plan to offer a col-
only cargo into orbit. Technology (CIT) is a new ad- lege center that would continue
This will be the first human dition to Mercyhurst this year, and expand upon the successful
mission to the moon since 1972, but the idea of instructional Links to the Future Program.”
and will likely take place in 2018 technology is not a new one to CIT provides a wide variety of Meghan Arnold/Contributing photographer

carrying four people on a four to the Mercyhurst community. services to the whole Mercyhurst A glimpse inside the new CIT department in Hirt 307
seven day stay. For the past four years the community.
NASA chief Michael Grif- Links to the Future Program Located in room 307 of the tion Grants. the Mercyhurst community with
fin described the program as, was run by the education depart- Hirt Center, CTI provides every- Some other services they pro- their technological issues.
“Apollo on steroids.” ment and provided many of the thing from loaning video projec- vide are consultations in the cen- Pittman also would like the stu-
same services which CIT now tion equipment to students and ter for assistance with software dents and faculty to have some
provides. faculty, to helping faculty apply or Blackboard, they will also be input in what the Center offers.
Immune boost to fight cancer and HIV However, the Links to the and secure Technology Innova- conducting, in cooperation with “The Center is still in the pro-
IT, some workshops on such cess of building a good stock
Researchers are working on an immune-boosting therapy that could things as advanced use of Black- of equipment and software, and
improve cancer vaccines and help a range of patients, including the board and Web development, welcome suggestions from both
elderly, better ward off infection. and on their Website, advice students and faculty about what
Researchers at the Mayo Clinic say they’ve found a means of boost- about instructional design and a should be added to the Center.”
ing the output of disease-fighting immune cells by the thymus, a tiny bibliography of research in the If you would like more infor-
organ located in the upper chest. use of technology. mation on how the Center for
The Mayo team studied immune system responses in health workers The center is manned by Dr. Instructional Technology can
who were accidentally exposed to HIV. Pittman and two graduate as- help you, visit their website on
All of those exposed received a common anti-aids treatment; none sistants Baron Wolf and Sara Lakernet at http://users.mercy-
of the health workers went on to develop HIV infection. Simard and is open to students hurst.edu/bpittman/www/CIT.
and faculty Monday – Friday htm.
Homosexual priests 7:45- 4:00 p.m. Students should feel free to
They look forward to helping stop in and visit.
The Vatican says it will ban new
gay priests, even if they accept a

Mercyhurst stimulates relief efforts


vow of celibacy.
The late John Paul II ordered a
review of the Catholic Church’s
policy on homosexuality fol- tion created/prepared 50 “Crisis Mercy Corps and Catholic Relief ricane Katrina, the students and
By Dana Moderick
lowing the U.S. child sex abuse Care Kits” of personal hygiene Services. faculty of Mercyhurst College
Contributing writer
scandals. items for families, children and Rosinski stated, “It’s tough, have made great efforts in what
The Vatican states that homo- babies. Each kit had items in it there’s no two ways about it. seems to be an overwhelming
sexuals are “intrinsically disor- Just a little over one month ago, whose total value was between We’re trying to do all we can. I devastation.
dered.” Hurricane Katrina tore through $10-$15. feel especially sorry for the ones Rosinski commented, “People’s
Upcoming this month will be states in the South, leaving mil- Organizing the efforts was that have been hit twice now.” hearts have been deeply moved
an inspection of an estimated lions without any belongings and Professor Lucille Morrison of While campus ministry has by the terrible sufferings of the
229 seminaries in the United predictions of damage in the the North East nursing depart- already contributed a great deal, thousands of people impacted by
States. billions of dollars. ment. they will be turning their atten- the effects of the hurricane.
According to some reports Since then there have been Students in the nursing depart- tion back to local agencies, while “May this spirit of compassion
both gay and straight priests are relief efforts throughout the ment also helped to add just un- still continuing less intense ef- and mercy always be a hallmark
embarrassed by this announce- world, including at Mercyhurst der $800 towards relief funds. forts to help Katrina victims. of this generous Mercyhurst Col-
ment. College. Sister Geri Rosinski, the Di- In the short time since Hur- lege community.”
Residence Life, Campus Min- rector of Campus Ministry, im-
Chief justice vote istry and the Mercyhurst North mediately went into fundraising
East Nursing Department are mode.
John Roberts, a 50-year-old just three organizations making Within the first 10 days of this
federal appellate judge and the an effort to ease the suffering of school year she organized cash
president’s first pick for the Su- Katrina victims. collections by sending out e-
preme Court, is assured of get- Residence Life held a raffle that mails to faculty and students and
ting an overwhelming confirma- appealed to both students and made announcements at Sunday
tion vote by the Senate later this faculty containing items donated worship services.
week, making him the nation’s from all over campus. After speaking with head foot-
17th chief justice. The Mary D’Angelo Perform- ball coach Marty Schaetzle, he
Two-thirds of the 100 senators, ing Arts Center donated two tick- and Rosinski decided to take
both Republicans and Demo- ets for six shows in their Artist up collections at their last home
crats, already had promised to Series chosen by the winner of game, and for homecoming
support Roberts as the successor the drawing. weekend.
to the late William H. Rehnquist Also donated were free books So far, total collections for
before the debate began. for one term from the bookstore, the relief fund are at just under
“The word is that the justices an underground parking spot for $2,500, and Rosinski hopes to
very much applaud his nomina- the 2006-07 school year, $300 to- take in more at the upcoming
tion to be chief justice,” said wards student housing and other game.
Judiciary Committee Chairman gift packages. Money raised is being spread
Arlen Specter, R-Pa. Mercyhurst North East con- out to different organizations
tributed as well. aiding in the relief efforts, such Katie McAdams/Photo editor

Sections of New Orleans open to public The student Nursing Associa- as the American Red Cross, Senior Dan Kick sells raffle tickets to help Katrina victims

Residents of one New Orleans neighborhood were invited to come

Candidates presented to the public


home Monday and “help us rebuild the city.”
The mayor’s office announced that residents of Algiers, which
largely escaped the flooding brought by the twin onslaughts of
Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, would be able to return starting at 10 Continued from page 1 ter’s of education degree from in psychology and social psy- ment (1987-1998), assistant to
a.m. on Monday. the University of Vermont. chology from Syracuse, and the president for institutional
Algiers, a neighborhood of 57,000 people across the Mississippi He was responsible for all fund Thomas J. Gamble, Ph.D., post-doctoral education at Yale advancement (1998-99).
River from the French Quarter, also was the first section to reopen raising, alumni relations, public has been the vice president of University. She received her Ph.D. in coun-
to residents last week, before the approach of Rita forced the city affairs and government relations academic affairs at Mercyhurst Colleen Hester, Ph.D., is vice seling psychology from the Uni-
to halt its plan to reopen some neighborhoods. as well as the management of College since 2003. president, strategic planning, versity of Missouri-Columbia.
In addition, business owners in the Central Business District, the federal programs. He is responsible for all aca- institutional research and evalu-
French Quarter and the Uptown section would be allowed in to He was executive vice presi- demic planning and administra- ation at the University of St.
inspect property and clean up. dent and CEO of Operation tion at the college. Thomas, in Houston, Texas.
Smile (1996-2000); president and From 1997 to 2003 he was Since taking the position in
England convicted CEO of Liberty Science Center associate professor of criminal 1999, she has been responsible
(1994-96) and vice president for justice and psychology and direc- for strategic planning, institu-
Lynndie England, the U.S. development and public affairs at tor of the Mercyhurst College tional effectiveness/outcomes
Army private photographed Oregon Health Sciences Univer- Civic Institute. assessment, institutional research
holding a nude Iraqi man on a sity (1990-94). From 1984 to 1997 he served in and accreditation.
leash, was convicted Monday of Fox spent 18 years (1972-1990) Erie County government, first as Prior to that she was an Ameri-
abusing detainees at Baghdad’s at The University of Medicine director of the Edmund Thomas can Council on Education (ACE)
Abu Ghraib prison and faces up and Dentistry of New Jersey, Adolescent Center (1984-88), fellow in 2001-02.
to 10 years in jail. rising from assistant dean of then as director of Child Pro- She began her affiliation at the
A military jury at Fort Hood, administrative planning at the fessional Services, Erie County University of St. Thomas in 1982
Texas, took about two hours to Robert Wood Johnson Medical Office of Children and Youth as a staff psychologist and con-
find England, 22, guilty of five School to executive vice presi- (1988-93) and then as execu- tinued with the university, serv-
counts of mistreating prisoners dent of the University Health tive director of the Erie County ing as director of the counseling
and one count of committing an System of New Jersey. Office of Children and Youth and testing center (1984-87),
indecent act. He holds a Ph.D. from the Uni- (1993-97). professor of psychology, then
versity of Michigan and a mas- He holds doctoral degrees chair of the psychology depart-
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Parking spaces in high demand Police and Safety Log
Continued from Page 1 lot, many students have begun
However, many of these lots to park on Wayne Street. Theft Liquor Law Violations
that have plenty of spaces avail- Because there are no parking Baldwin Hall-Football Mercy Apartments
able at any given time of the day restrictions on Wayne Street, it office 25 September 2005
are mainly located on the west is frequently filled with cars on 25 September 2005 Male student while being
side of campus. both sides from the McAuley Unknown person(s) under the age of 21 years
Lots such as Egan/McAuley, Adult Education Center to East took a Dell Laptop consumed an alcoholic
Zurn/D’Angelo, Mercy Apart- 41st Street. computer from an office. beverage.
ments and the Athletic Center/ This excess traffic has caused Investigated Investigated
Student Union, have plenty of many local residents who live
available spaces. on Wayne Street alarm and
However, most of the upper- distress.
classmen who are searching for Ellen Hailwood, who lives at Domestic Criminal Mischief
spaces reside on the opposite 4015 Wayne St. has expressed 3923 Lewis Ave Hammermill Library
side of campus, far away from concern over the large number 25 September 2005 22 September 2005
these available slots. of students who have been park- Male and Female Male student removed
Rodger J. Gregorich, Direc- ing on the side of the road. student had a Dell Logo from
tor of Public Safety explained, Hailwood explains that many, verbal dispute. computer.
“There is enough parking on “residents are extremely upset Investigated Investigated
campus, but it is not very con- with the college and not the
venient to where students are students. Katie McAdams/Photo editor

residing.” “I think they are treating stu- Junior Ashley Saunier gives up after looking for a space
Many students agree with dents like second-rate citizens. Theft Criminal Mischief
Gregorich. Ashley Leute, a If the college allows students construction begins. student housing and the parking McAuley Hall Parking Lot #19
sophomore who has a part-time to bring cars on campus, they The final agreement is currently lot has detained the administra- 24 September 2005 18 September 2005
job off campus, returns late to should provide sufficient park- under negotiation and Billingsley tion from pursuing an agreement Unknown person(s) took Unknown person(s)
her apartment several nights a ing,” she said. commented that it should take to lease it. a Dell Inspirion Laptop placed unknown type of
week. Hailwood went on to explain about a week. Billingsley commented, “There computer from a Dorm liquid on a motorcycle
She explains that, “I’m not that she and many other residents Students should wait for autho- is possible parking at Wallace and Room. seat.
inclined to park across campus have hired plows for their drive- rization from the college to park 35th Street if the students would Investigated Investigated
in the McAuley lot and walk ways during the winter. in the lot at the northeast corner use it.”
almost three blocks back to my She warned that, “There is a of Pine and East 38th Street. He also explained that if MSG
apartment on Wayne Street at tremendous chance that some- However, one student, senior expressed the desire for the col-
midnight.” one’s car will be damaged.” Stephanie Reho points out that, lege to add an additional parking
The lack of parking on the east Efforts to solve these problems “With the large freshman and lot, the administration would take Public Intoxicated, Liquor Law Violations
side of campus has become a have been undertaken by both sophomore classes, it’s only the initiative to lease the lot at Criminal Mischief 3810 Briggs Ave
very serious problem this fall. Executive Vice-President for going to become more difficult 35th Street and Wallace. Disorderly Conduct 17 September 2005
The additional parking lot that Administration Tom Billingsley next year.” However, senior Melissa Jack 3828 Lewis Ave Male Student while being
was at the northeast corner of and the department of Police With the inevitable loss of the sees a possible problem with 17 September 2005 under the age of 21 years
East 38th and Pine is no longer and Safety. lot across from CVS at the end this possibility. She states that, Male student while under did possess and consume
owned by Mercyhurst. The city of Erie is looking to of the 2006 school year, once “Many students come home the influence of an an alcoholic beverage.
This lot which provided 32 take similar action on Wayne again the college will face another from either work or the bar late intoxicating beverage Investigated, State
additional parking spaces, is now Street that they initiated on Pa- parking crisis. at night. Issues could arise from caused damage to citations issued
owned by Country Fair, which rade, Briggs and Lewis. Billingsley explained that there girls and/or inebriated students private property and
plans to build a gas station on To ensure the fluidity and ef- is another opportunity for the having to walk so far to get back became combative with
the site this summer. ficiency of traffic on the street, college to lease a parking lot for to campus.” college officials.
Students who could not find there will be restrictions that will student use. Although the current parking Investigated, State
parking in any of the available only allow parking on one side. This parking lot is at East 35th crisis seems to be averted over citations
parking lots on Lewis or Briggs, Billingsley stepped in to make Street and Wallace, almost three on Wayne Street, there are many
were always guaranteed a space an agreement with Country blocks away from the school and more parking issues that will
across from CVS. Fair that will allow Mercyhurst across East 38th Street. continue to surface throughout
With the loss of this parking students to park in their lot until The large distance between the year.
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Enjoy the flavor and tradition of Erie everyone. There were signs for Their wines were lined up in stainless steel tanks for fermen-
By Melissa Jack
gyros, Greek dogs and fries, na- order from sweetest to driest, and tation.
Features editor
chos, cheese steak, chicken wraps after much debate I decided to These tanks were impressive,
and hamburgers. first try the Pink Catawba, which the smallest of which could
Unlike the rated-R wine com- To satisfy your sweet tooth is semi-sweet and very fruity. hold 500 gallons and the largest
edy, “Sideways”, the Wine Coun- were tents containing homemade At this point I decided it was holding 2,000 gallons. The wines
try Harvest Festival that took ice cream, apple dumplings, time that I take advantage of held in these tanks will ferment
place in North East this past funnel cake, fudge, chocolate one of the unique experiences from 4-6 weeks and go through
weekend was an affair for all ages, covered strawberries and pretzels the wine fest offered: receiving a a filtering process about seven
even with the obvious alcohol and the traditional kettlecorn. tour of a winery of your choice. times to remove the sediment.
thrown into the mix. While walking the grounds I My roommate and I took the first To filter each tank takes about
Taking place over three days, saw upon tent after tent of tempt- shuttle that arrived; it was head- half a day.
Sept. 23-25, the festivities took ing handmade wares. There was ing for Penn Shore Vineyards. Penn Shore Winery also has
place in two locales in the quaint jewelry, photographs, candles, Upon arriving we were es- some wines that go through
town of North East: Gibson hand-woven shirts, purses and corted into their front store the fermentation process in oak
Park and Gravel Pit Park. I scarves, wood carvings, lawn containing shelves and bins of all barrels, such as the chardonnays
would compare the Wine Fest ornaments, glass figurines, pot- their wines. Among the choices and cabernets. These wines fer-
to an arts and crafts festival that tery, bath and body products were Red Wine, Chablis, Bianca, ment in the barrels from two to Melissa Jack/Features editor

happened to include wine sam- and flowers. Eventually becom- Burgundy, Blush, Diamond, three years. An example of the selection of wines at the Wine Fest.
pling as the favorite activity. ing overwhelmed I decided to Lambruscano, Pink Catawba, Upon entering the wine cellar
Of course, before you sample duck into the wine sampling Niagara, Concord, Chardonnay, containing these tanks there was to an interesting and informa- classical car show that lasted
too many cups of wine the first tent. Ahh…this is what I am Seyval Blanc, Baco Noir, Caber- no doubt as to what was made tional tour. most of the day.
order of business is filling your here for. net Sauvignon and Champagne. there. The smell was amazingly Besides going on a tour of a Besides these activities they had
stomach with food – and there Inside, Erie’s five major win- My roommate and I didn’t have aromatic and delicious. winery there were many other live bands playing back-to-back
existed many greasy options for eries were featured: Arrowhead much time to drool over our Now, after the wine has fer- unique wine-themed opportuni- for entertainment the entire day,
Wine Cellars, Heritage Wine options because a tour was just mented the sufficient amount ties to experience at the Wine along with a magician, a quilting
Cellars, Mazza Vineyards, Penn starting. of time and gone through all the Fest. show and horse-drawn carriage
Shore Vineyards and Presque The tour guide started by giving filtering processes, it is time to A fun activity, especially for rides.
Isle Wine Cellars. Each of these us an impressive fact: between bottle it. Penn Shore Vineyards kids, was grape stomping. They As is quite obvious, the Wine
had a tantalizing display of wines the tri-state area there are about uses a bottling machine to do also had a champagne breakfast, Fest had many activities to offer
spread out on their tables. 40,000 acres of grapevines, about this, which can go through 1,000 available, but only if you made for everyone, of any age and
In order to get a sample of wine 85 percent of them are concord bottles per hour. After this they reservations. gender.
you were required to purchase grapes. go through the more tedious Wine and Food Seminars were Next year you should check
tokens: $2 for a small sample, To harvest their grapes Penn process of labeling. also offered each day, such as out the Wine Country Harvest
$4 for a larger sample. Because Shore Vineyards uses a mechani- The tour ended on the back “Cooking with Wine,” “Make Festival. After all, since we spend
I wanted to conserve money for cal harvester that has “fingers” porch of Penn Shore Vineyards, Your Own Wine” and “Wine and so much time in this neck of the
a possible purchase down the which shake the vines, causing which is wood latticework and Chocolate.” woods, why not experience some
road, I simply purchased two the ripened grapes to fall into looks out upon the many acres Also, they didn’t leave the men of the tradition and heritage of
small sample tokens and made baskets. After being collected, of grapevines growing on their to suffer the arts and crafts as- the Erie area?
Corrie Thearle/News editor my way to the Arrowhead Wine the grapes go through a grape property. I thought this a very pect of the festival for too long
Locals enjoy the festival. Cellars table. press and then are put into huge appropriate and beautiful ending – right next door was a massive

Student meets Capitol Hill ‘Hurst takes part in Peace Rally


Political science major shows she has what it takes in D.C. By Natalie Vindivich
Contributing writer
tury Democrats Annual Dinner,
By Melissa Jack
whose theme was “Celebrating
Features editor
Extraordinary Leaders.” The din- “George Bush is a bigger disas-
ner was honoring Senator Dick ter than the war...than Katrina!”
This summer many students Durbin and Barack Obama. An enthusiastic cheer erupted
had notable internships in their- “I was given the task of being from the streets surrounding the
field of choice that came with the VIP greeter, so I welcomed Washington Monument.
many incredible learning experi- Senators to the event. However, On Saturday, Sept. 23, more
ences and opportunities for fu- the most exciting thing was that than 50,000 people congregated
ture development; junior political in a roomful of hundreds of in Washington DC to make their
science major, Maeve Kelly, was people, who paid hundreds of voices heard and march to the
no exception. dollars to even sit near Barack white house on behalf of peace
“I worked for a PAC, which Obama, I, as an intern, had the and an end to war.
is a Political Action Committee, opportunity to sit next to him,” For this day out of history, Photo courtesy of Natalie Vindivich

called 21st Century Democrats,”


Photo courtesy of Maeve Kelly
said Maeve. Constitution Avenue pulsed with Protesters at the Peace Rally exercise their right to assembly.
Maeve Kelly poses with Sen.
said Maeve. This was located Outside of her internship life and vigor, drawing people
Evan Bayh
just two blocks from the White Maeve was able to really enjoy from every age, race, creed, and passed a wide range of topics, resonated loud and clear.
House. the senior advisor to President the experiences that come from even country to connect for a though most everything reverted The challenge to make a dif-
The first task Maeve was as- Bill Clinton and former host of living in Washington D.C. For unified vision. back to American occupation in ference goes beyond the grand
signed was to run a Campaign CNN’s show “Crossfire.” example, she had the opportu- The Raging Grannies, Marx- Iraq. Thoughts and criticisms on procession in which painted
Training Program, which brought Maeve’s second task was being nity to have her picture taken in ist and Socialist groups, nuns, how the government dealt with signs and NO MORE WAR but-
in 120 people from across the in charge of the Youth Speaker front of the Capitol with Senator students, previous government the Hurricane Katrina crisis were tons line the streets like a Macy’s
United States, to train them on Series on the Hill. This lasted Evan Bayh (Ind.), who is a 2008 representatives, citizens from avidly worked in as a means to Day Parade gone liberal.
how to win a Democratic race. two weeks and on any given day Presidential Nominee. Haiti, and even soldiers back support points about the Bush The question is, what will be-
The people who enrolled in this 500 interns would come to hear Maeve said, “While I was shak- from Iraq were just a few of the administration. come of the ideas and emotions
program varied in their degree of the speakers that Maeve had ing hands with Bayh I said, ‘Sena- dozens of groups adequately The most exhilarating part stirred up in Washington last
experience. scheduled. tor, Kristen Hudak (’05 alumni) represented. of the day came with the actual Saturday? Will those who took
Maeve said, “This happened “What I did was create a data and I will single-handedly run One thing that could not be march around White House. The part make some kind of impact,
within the first week of my base of every Democratic repre- your campaign in Pennsylvania,’ missed were the array of signs, crowd’s behavior, almost pushing drawing on the experience for
internship, so I was basically sentative and senator as well as he laughed and said, ‘Thank held high with catch phrases paradoxical for its own peaceful inspiration?
thrown into the midst of it. political figures no longer in the you.’ such as ‘Bush lies Who dies?’, motives, was nonetheless con- One can only await the true
“Some of the people had spotlight, such as Bill Clinton and “My experiences that I had ‘Make pizza Not War’, and the tagious and inspiring for those repercussion of event on our
worked for the Kerry Campaign, Madeline Albright,” said Maeve. through my internship could conspicuous ‘Impeach for sex taking part. country: the effects.
some were running for office and “I worked with congressional never be learned in a classroom but not for murder.’ Many musical groups shared
others just wanted to learn about schedulers and was able to get setting. I would urge all students Bush’s face was plastered on their talents at the rally. The
the process, possibly for future such noted speakers as Sena- to take on an internship posi- more banners that were it not for atmosphere of the stage only
reference,” she said. tor John Kerry, Senator Hillary tion so that they may truly have the hate messages accompany- confirmed that music does ‘make
One of the highlights of being Rodham Clinton, James Carville, a hands-on experience in their ing them, the crowd could have the people come together.’
involved with this program was Senator Dick Durbin and Con- field of choice,” said Maeve, “I’ll been mistaken for last fall’s right Throughout the day, expres-
that Maeve was able to meet and gressman Dennis Kucinich.” never forget my wonderful sum- winged re-election campaign. sions like “The time is now!”
greet the keynote speaker of the Maeve’s third and final task was mer in D.C.” Speeches were a key part of “It’s up to us to take our country
program: Paul Begala, who was helping to organize the 21st Cen- the event. The speeches encom- back!” and simply “Revolution!”

New faculty meld science and art


hours and lots of work, but it is cyhurst learn. His focus is on gram,” Weaver-Kaulis said. “It Weaver-Kaulis worked full time
By Jen Helbig
completely rewarding,” Hender- the architecture end of interior was a master’s of science in in- in the fashion industry for several
Contributing writer
son said. design. dustrial/technical merchandising years, as a manager at Talbots in
However, Henderson said that “I teach technical graphics and fabric analytics, along with a Erie, but she always wanted to
This fall, Mercyhurst has taken he found teaching appealing after courses, where the student learns minor in higher education.” teach at the college level.
on two new faculty members trying it. how to draw their thoughts in a What she studied involved the “During sophomore review, I
in its family and consumer sci- “I was teaching evening cours- deliberate manner,” he said. planning, developing and mar- had to write out my goals, and I
ence program, each with his or es, and teaching is something I He teaches Studio V and Tech keting of apparel and fashion- said that I wanted to go on and
her own individual talents to wanted to do,” he said. II. related goods. get a master’s and teach fashion
contribute. There is no architecture major “I enjoy being around so many “People don’t realize how merchandising,” Weaver-Kaulis
Stuart Henderson hails from at Mercyhurst, but Henderson creative minds, and to see the much of fashion merchandising said. “It isn’t too often that
the University of Cincinnati in explained the importance of different solutions that they is related to other disciplines,” people end up doing what they
Ohio. architecture in relation to interior will come up with,” Henderson Weaver-Kaulis said. “Fashion originally set-out to do.”
“I studied architecture there design. said. merchandising is a social sci- Weaver-Kaulis said that she
for six years,” Henderson said. “You need to take structures Another new faculty member ence, which is surprising to was adjunct faculty last year, and
“I started out as an art major courses, where you learn things is Amy Weaver-Kaulis, who many individuals. Students are enjoys seeing familiar faces in
at Youngstown State, but then like the statics and strength of graduated from Mercyhurst in challenged to learn how fashion class and on campus.
changed to engineering, and materials. Lots of patterns from 2000. Her bachelor degree is in relates to history, psychology and “I like Mercyhurst because
eventually came to architec- the inside and the outside of the fashion merchandising, along sociology.” the class sizes are small, you can
ture.” building are the same,” he said. with a minor in marketing. This term Weaver-Kaulis is really get one-on-one time with
After graduation, he worked in Now Henderson can use his “I went on to get my masters teaching Introduction to the students. They are very involved
an architecture firm in Erie. real world experience to help at the University of North Texas, Fashion Industry and History with the program also, not just in
“It’s a great job, with long interior design majors at Mer- through a distant learning pro- of Dress. class,” Weaver-Kaulis said.
September 28, 2005 THE MERCIAD PAGE 5

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FEATURES
A healthier column Football team creates a
With Jen cookbook for charity
Convenience: We speed into the bus over to Peach Street to spare. Each member of the football
By Kayti Ostromecki
the closest parking space, we see a dollar movie. Unlike microwave TV dinners, team was asked to bring in one
Contributing writer
buy tickets ahead of time, we go When it comes to dinner, wait- it won’t be packed with calories, health-conscious recipe to share
through the self-check out lane ing half an hour to eat is far from sodium and fat and only fill you in the cookbook.
at Wal-Mart and we hop into the plausible, even if it means having up halfway. What does football, cooking In the book, about 80 different
high-intensity tanning bed for a bowl of cereal or microwaving Vary it to contain foods and cancer have in common? recipes are broken down into
five minutes. a Lean Cuisine again. that you like, but remember Ordinarily the answer is not 10 different categories: pork,
As college students, there isn’t Here’s a recipe to try instead to keep moist ingredients out of much. chicken, beverages, snacks, dips,
much time to waste, especially of watching TV on one of those it, or it will turn out soggy. This fall the Mercyhurst Col- side dishes, poultry, seafood,
when you have a busy day riding days when you find an hour to lege football team is setting pasta and brunch.
itself apart and bringing together The “Tackle Cancer Program
these three things in an attempt Cookbooks” can be purchased
BBQ Burritos in a blink to make a difference in people’s
lives.
at the football games, the Docu-
Center, the football office, the
This year’s team is creating and Mercyhurst Athletic Center, and
Ingredients promoting the “Tackle Cancer soon, the Mercyhurst College
1 package 8 in. flour tortillas Program Cookbook” whose Bookstore and Carolyn Her-
1 small can chopped peppers, drained proceeds will go to the American mann Union.
1 onion, chopped and fried Cancer Society. The cookbooks will sell for $10
2 cloves of garlic, minced Marty Schaetzle, head football each and all of the profits will be
1 can drained, or bag of frozen corn, thawed coach for the Lakers, got the idea. donated to charity.
White rice, optionally cooked in vegetable, beef, or
chicken broth instead of water for extra flavor
1 can pinto, black, or refried beans, drained
‘Buddy Walk’ helps kids
and raising, three “healthy” chil-
½ lb. chicken, cubed and baked or fried until done or By Dennis Fletcher
dren. I was little help in getting
½ lb. ground beef, fried and drained English Department
12-year-old Amy to walk some
1 8 oz. bag shredded cheddar cheese more, as little help as I had been
Chopped cilantro to taste Five years ago, I joined my in so many other of her life
Juice from one lime sister, a couple of nephews and challenges.
Barbeque sauce their kids, my brother-in-law, and But at least on that day, and
niece for my first ‘Buddy Walk.’ three other ‘Buddy Walks’ since,
First, cook the meat until it is fully done. It was a lot of fun tossing the I walked alongside my sister for
Drain the meat, and place it in a large bowl. Add peppers, onion, garlic, corn, rice, and beans and mix together. football around and joking about awhile – just to let her know I
Lay out each of the tortillas on a counter on its own individual square of tin foil. the Browns and Cardinals. loved her and cared.
Spoon about ¾ c. of the mixture onto one end of the tortilla Eventually, I walked back to be Saturday, Oct. 1st will be my
with my sister Joyce and niece fifth walk. Though there is a ten-
Sprinkle with desired amount of cheese, cilantro, and a squeeze of the lime.
Amy. My sister was trying to dollar registration fee, my sister
Wrap each tortilla by folding the sides parallel to each other. Then roll the tortilla from the end with filling coax my Down Syndrome niece and I have never discussed how
towards the open end. Lay the wrapped burrito with the loose end on the bottom in the center of the foil. to walk at least half of the mile, much money is raised, or what it
Use the back of a spoon to spread desired amount of barbeque sauce over the burrito, this adds a great flavor. but it was a real struggle. is used for. It is enough, I think,
Put all of the burritos in the freezer, and when you are ready to eat one, just pop it in your oven at 350 F for So was the fact that Amy was that someone is there with her.
about 30-45 minutes. I usually stick one in when I get back from the gym and take a shower, when I get out, a the first child “included” in Will you join us at the North
homemade dinner is ready for me! the Greene Township School East Gravel Pit Park at 2:00
* If you can’t handle so many burritos, cut a hole in the top of a green pepper, take out the seeds and rinse District--so was the fight for p.m.?
it. Drop it into boiling water for about 4 or 5 minutes, remove, and stuff it with the filling. Stuffed peppers can excellent health care--so was a Call Donna (838-6831) or
easily be wrapped in foil and frozen also, they just take a little longer to bake in the oven, about an hour. host of other things, the details Keith (873-1363) for more in-
of which I had little clue. formation.
Enjoy the convenience of a great, cheap meal!
I had been blessed by having,

On the edge: Mercyhurst KTI desperately needs it. ity and service throughout the “Participants in KTI and hence drive social and economic de- environment for students.” For
By Melissa Brandt
“The Erie poverty rate is 30%, development of social business the KIZ have preferred status velopment into the region. The more information contact direc-
Arts and Entertainment Editor
while the national poverty rate relationships that will inevitably for state grants and academic opportunity is there to enhance tor John Byrtus at ext. 2348 or
is 15%,” says Byrtus. “The Erie lead to positive social change support throughout the region,” faculty reputation and make jbyrtus@mercyhurst.edu.
The Mercyhurst College region has not done a very good directly enforces goals set by the says Byrtus. Mercyhurst a more attractive
Knowledge Transfer Institute job of starting businesses that Mercyhurst Mission Statement. This entrepreneurial trend is
(KTI) is bringing logic to eco- create jobs. Through the KTI, As well as serving others, the catching on, as the new Future
nomic development and social we are fielding the steps for a KTI gives opportunities for CEO’s and Social Innovators
innovation. The internal organi- long term difference.” students to increase their own Club is also pending approval.
zation, headed by director John The idea behind “knowledge professional value and even their The club, in line with KTI, is
Byrtus, joined a consortium of exchange” is to form a symbiotic wallets. As an example, the KIZ designed for people who want to
local colleges, universities and relationship with a collective of will announce a Business Plan build their resume, contacts and
economic development agencies Erie colleges and business. Physi- Contest for students of the four create something new, positive,
to apply for the creation of an cal and intellectual resources of participating colleges. and exciting.
Erie Keystone Innovation Zone Edinboro, Gannon, and Penn To encourage participation, Through KTI Mercyhurst in-
in Aug. of 2005. The Institute’s State Behrend are now available the Mercyhurst KTI will reward creases not only socioeconomic
mission is “to transfer knowl- to Mercyhurst through the KTI the top three Mercyhurst busi- growth, but also that of the
edge from the college and other and vice versa. ness plans with cash prizes and innovative individual. “Mercy-
resources to create and grow “Deliberate knowledge transfer through the KIZ the best busi- hurst’s academic departments
regional businesses and under- in support of business creation ness plan of the four will earn bring cutting edge knowledge to
standing.” and growth has never happened $10,000. Although there are the classroom every day,” says
Due for approval, the program on this scale before in Erie,” says no course prerequisites, valid Byrtus. “With KTI we seek to
aims to utilize the local resources Byrtus. entries must be from a current provide a convenient channel for Katie McAdams/Photo Editor

in Erie to promote economic and Encouraging students to foster Mercyhurst student. As well as faculty, students and employees KTI Director Byrtus oversees student development.
social growth at a time when Erie qualities of excellence, creativ- an impressive résumé addition, to take these special insights and

Amore for Aromas


Enjoy the cozy atmosphere of a coffee shop on West 8th Street
with varying ingredients. The I was delighted with the per- children will feel more than at
By Michelle Decker
broccoli quiche was very flaky sonable and cozy atmosphere. home there. They even have
Contributing Writer
and delicious. It came with a The interior is warm, inviting a small play area with toys for
fresh green salad and hot roll for and has been decorated with a children.
Aromas is a shining example only $5.00. The green salad was diverse mix of art done by the Aromas is a terrific place to
of what a real coffee house crisp and topped with sprouts children who attend the Inner- visit for information on the Erie
should be. They feature an and croutons. City Neighborhood Art House. art community. There are many
excellent selection of premium Aromas claims to serve the Customers can purchase the pieces of literature and flyers
teas, coffees, Italian sodas and best French onion soup. It has children’s art. on upcoming events. Aromas
steamed milk drinks. three cheeses, four onions, wine, There is plenty of comfort- also holds an acoustic guitar
Upon entering Aromas I was beef broth and chicken broth. It able seating inside and a casual concert from 7 - 9 p.m. twice a
greeted with the intoxicating is topped with their homemade dining area outside. It seems month. If interested in attend-
smell of fresh coffee. I tried garlic croutons and at $3.75 it is Aromas aims to create an out- ing you should call 456-5282
the white heat steamer. It cost a real bargain. of-the-ordinary experience for for the days.
$2.50 and was an amazing blend Other items such as pita sand- their customers and is very Aromas is located at 2174
of Ghiradelli white chocolate wiches made fresh to order successful at doing so. West 8th street, just a short
mixed with steamed milk and and soup made by the whole Customers can borrow books walk from the West Erie Plaza.
topped with whipped cream. foods co-op are available. Most from the large selection or read According to Twohig, “Patrons
My friend tried the café latte at of Aromas baked goods are some of the numerous periodi- of the Plaza Cinemas often stop
$2.25, which she said was “Out- made fresh daily by Arnone’s cals. It has a great atmosphere into the coffee house before or
standing!” They were served Sons Food Importers. For and is perfect for relaxed dining after the movies.” Aromas has
in unique, oversized ceramic a complete menu of items and reading. Elizabeth Twohig, been in business for about 11
mugs. available at Aromas visit www. the barista, said, “We welcome years and has a loyal customer
Aromas offers more than just goerie.com/aromas/menu6a. students. This is a great place base. “We have tourists who
great coffee. They also have pdf. Coupons are also available for them to study and they can come back every summer.”,
baked goods and an appealing online at www.goerie.com/aro- stay as long as they like.” said Twohig.
breakfast, lunch and dinner mas/index.html. Customers can Aromas is a friendly and I enjoyed the experience and
menu. I ordered the quiche du order their favorite coffee and inviting place. Everyone from service at Aromas. I would cer-
jour. Which is made fresh daily gift baskets online. business people to families with tainly eat there again.
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OPINION To contact: opinionmerciad@mercyhurst.edu

Timeless tunes Campus Question


Mercyhurst College is about to name
Your parents’ generation got it right three finalists for president. What
Some call me old-fashioned matter. The point is they wanted sort of person do you think the new
while others, more harshly, call to make a difference, which is
me a loser. Very few, other than something you rarely see today. president should be?
members of my parents’ gen- The 60s were a time when the
eration, praise my taste. This all press challenged the government
comes with the territory when and prodded the public to think
you’re a Beatles fan stuck in my deeper and question authority.


generation. It was a time of reevaluation I look for a person like Dean
for what we stood for, and how
Michael Victor as my president.
much we would tolerate. The
turbulence of this era shaped
Allison
Moore
the nation we now live in, and
our country has not yet fully

recovered.
So what does all of this have to
Opinion editor do with music? Well the music
industry also went through a
revolution in the 1960s.
Kody Hiner, sophomore, communications
When the Beatles arrived on As the mood of the country
the scene just over 40 years ago, shifted, the music adapted to fit
they revolutionized rock and roll, the change. The Beatles provide


and arguably, changed the course a perfect example. In the early
of music forever. But none of 60s, the Beatles wore matching A person who wants to make ‘
this matters to most members of suits and sang catchy tunes about KRT changes to better enhance the
my generation. love and romance. As the decade Paul McCartney is still school in buildings and academics
Many laugh at my preoccupa- progressed and movements touring over 40 years after
tion with the music and times of grew, their hair got longer, their the Beatles debuted and
the 1960s. Since it’s pretty much matching suits became flagrant changed rock and roll.
a given that most people in this showcases of individual style and
country, especially people my their lyrics began to deal with
age, could care less about history, issues such as war, peace and I had the pleasure of attending
I have come to expect this sort revolution. my first Paul McCartney concert
of reaction. Not only did their words in- this past weekend in Philadel-
The fact is I care. I hear stories spire a generation, their musical phia. The experience was inde- Cliff Barton, sophmore, communications
of my parent’s generation and am techniques and experimentation scribable. I cannot imagine a 50
transfixed by the then-warring opened the doors for countless Cent concert creating the kind
cultures competing for domi- artists and allowed future genres of atmosphere I was surrounded


nance. The struggle between the of music to take shape. by. I could strike up a conversa-
youth trying to establish an iden- To me, the music of the 60s is tion with anyone in that stadium; A person who cares about the
tity and the adults desperately so much more than just noise. they all acted like we had been students and is a personable,
trying to cling to a picturesque It is a movement. It represents friends for years. We were all
past, where the hair is short and and captures important history, connected by a common bond: involved president.
the jeans are straight legged.
I hear the stories of the Viet-
and it takes me to a time where
I can relate.
an appreciation for and the love
of, good music.

nam War, the political move- Groups of the past such as the For the two hours and 40 min-
ments, the marches, the activism Rolling Stones and solo artists utes McCartney was on stage, I
and am frustrated that I am such as Paul McCartney continue felt like I was a part of something
stuck in a generation marked by to tour. And while, the senior bigger than a concert. I felt like
apathy. citizen jokes are liberally used, I was a part of the movement I Brandy Weber, senior, early childhood/Ed.
The youth of the 1960s fought they still perform and write cap- have admired for so long, and it
for something, stood for some- turing the same feeling of the gave me hope for the future.
thing, right or wrong it didn’t movement they helped create.

Washing away borders ‘ I don’t care. ‘


engineers, physicians and nurses came to conquer
By Richard Gonzales fear, hunger and sickness.
Knight Ridder Newspapers
U.S. citizens were able to see the true might of a
foreign people: the sharing of talent and resources
Among the 94 countries that have offered aid to to ease the pain of another foreign people.
the United States in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, Minutemen, take note: From the halls of San An-
none is more symbolic of a difficult friendship tonio to the shores of Mississippi, Mexican soldiers
Brian Connor, freshman, business
than Mexico. and sailors in plain view feed, comfort and heal the
Katrina forced the United States and Mexico to citizens whom you seek to protect.
cross years and miles of border resentment and Don’t be surprised to see thousands of im-


suspicion. migrants take part in the massive cleanup and
The neighbors transcended national and personal rebuilding of New Orleans and other hard-hit
Southern cities. It should be someone who
boundaries in the face of catastrophe to find their
humanity. As Fox said, Mexicans are a working people. can incorperate the school’s
It’s estimated that 145,000 Mexicans were af-
fected by the hurricane, 10,000 of them in New
Their time would be better spent if they followed
the Mexicans’ example and volunteered to assist
tradition and combine it with
vision to help Mercyhurst

Orleans. fellow citizens displaced by Katrina.
thrive.
With President Bush’s approval, President Vi- If not, they should turn the binoculars on one
cente Fox sent a Mexican Peace Corps to help his another and peer into their hearts to track their
neighbor. fears. Cross the border, Minutemen, from shadow
Fox proudly told his people: “This is Mexico: land to helping hand.
It’s solidarity, love, caring, capable of conquer- Despite the rancor on both sides of the border
ing adversity. For this reason, we have a stronger about past wars, spilt blood, lost land, drug traffick- Jackie McCarty, junior, intel studies/French
Mexico, a more democratic Mexico, a free Mexico, ing and illegal crossings, demographic reality and
a working Mexico.” natural calamity have forced us to recognize that the
future demands reconciliation and cooperation.


Mexican sailors from the ship Papaloapan docked
last week off the coast of Biloxi, Miss., and began Mexicans and U.S. citizens must cross their Ru-
bicon, knowing that they shall not return to futile I feel the president should be
unloading supplies for the hurricane victims. Their
ship brought along rescue helicopters, vehicles construction of walls, moats and fences. someone that is optimistic and
and water. It’s too late: Mexicans are here to stay. open to change. A president that
For many Tejanos and Mexican immigrants, Latino numbers have grown so exponentially that can compromise well and be a
the sight of the 45-truck Mexican troop convoy Texans have come to a cultural crossroads.
They can travel the path of harmonious blending
good leader is the best selection for
rumbling across the border along Interstate 35
on its way to San Antonio stirred pride and cheer. of heritages to become a showcase to the country Mercyhurst.

Many locals waved the Mexican flag and shouted, and the world, or they can follow the road histori-
“Bienvenido!” Welcome! cally more trekked by jealous countries one of bit-
Mexican troops hadn’t advanced this far north terness and hostility.
since 1846, at the start of the Mexican-American If the first path is taken, American presidents
Stephanie Gibson, freshman, biology, pre-dental
War. and governors can bring those neighbors in con-
At that time, the Mexicans claimed that their land flict Israelis and Palestinians, Roman Catholic and
began at the Nueces River; the United States in- Protestant Irish, Indians and Pakistanis to the
sisted that its southern border was the Rio Grande. yellow rose state and explain that we’ve learned to


Troops clashed in the disputed land between the respect one another.
We’ve managed to defuse our fears of difference
rivers, and war was declared. Someone who knows what
After two years of fighting, Mexico and the Unit- and to identify our common humanity.
We can do so because we shed the ethnic and they are doing, who has an
ed States signed the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo.
Mexico ceded lands that would become America’s class arrogance that blinds us to the good in other understanding of college life and

Southwest and West for $18,250,000. peoples. is responsive to student needs.
Many Mexican citizens north of the Rio Grande Katrina washed away buildings, levees and bor-
suddenly found themselves to be U.S. citizens. ders.
An often-repeated, wry comment by Mexican- Mexico and the United States can rebuild
Americans who claim a long family residency in American cities as their citizens proudly wave
the conquered lands is that they didn’t cross the both flags.
border the border crossed them. Sarah Bellomo, junior, HRIM
But this time, unarmed Mexican soldiers, sailors,
September 28, 2005 THE MERCIAD PAGE 7

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Language without words Letters to the editor:
In our multicultural world many languages exist. the person is really trying to say. Reader takes issue with Ms Malarky
On this campus alone various languages are offered. An example would be a conversation between a
From several different Romance languages, Arabic guy and a girl. There are different actions taken by Dear Ms. Malarky,
to represent the Afroadiasiatic languages of North- the girl that send certain messages, whether she is
ern Africa and Southwest Asia and Japanese which twirling her hair, playing with her necklace or ear- I am appalled that you would suggest that a woman is “possessive” if she doesn’t want her boy-
is considered an Altaic language; among others ring or even planting a playful punch on the guy. friend to go to a strip club.
including the lovely Russian tongue to represent Verbally she may not be expressing her true Watching women strip is not only immoral, but the dignity of women has fallen to the wayside
the Slavonic. feelings, but a closer view of her body language along with their clothes. The women no longer are considered people, but objects. Tell me, do you
There is not, however, a course that offers les- indicates that she is trying to send the male differ- really think that men shake that image out of their head after they leave that place?
sons in the one ent signals. Her body movements and gestures may True love would indicate that the boyfriend be faithful to his girlfriend and not engage in fan-
language we all use reveal secret feelings, a desire for a one night fling tasies with other women.
on a daily basis: or, possibly, a complete lack of interest. As a Catholic college, I would hope we would promote values to pass on to fellow students.
body language. The boy, picking up on the signals (hopefully), God said, “Be holy as I am holy.”
After reading a
Ellen keeps looking at her hair, her hands, her feet, facial Your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. Jesus even said if a man looks lustfully at a woman
recent letter from Koenig expressions and eye contact. These are his general he commits adultery with her in his heart. Don’t you think a woman with only a G-string on will
a friend, I began to indicators. have more than one man looking lustfully at her?
notice more and If he can correctly interprets her body language, I think we need to reinforce the idea of respect for women, our bodies and promote that in
more how people Contributing writer he will be able to make the right move, whether it our society.
use their bodies to is a kiss or getting the hint and saying goodbye. The Mercy tradition must carry on.
react in conversa- Being able to read another person’s body lan-
tion and in interactions with different people. guage is a valuable tool that you can learn to use to Lori J. Krasnesky
For example, body language is apparent at social your advantage, just be aware of what actions you
gatherings on the weekend or when one is simply take, and the messages that these actions portray. Athlete reacts to “Athletes and academics” article
sitting in class. Everyone has their own way of ex- After further research into the topic, I came to
pressing themselves non-verbally. In many cases a discover the actions that the body takes are far To whom it may concern:
person may not be aware of what his or her body more effective at conveying a message than simply
is saying to others. Our bodies have a language all words alone. I am writing in response to last week’s article “Athletics and academics;” an article that while well
their own; it is a language that our subconscious rec- I am no guru when it comes to the subject of written and researched left out a few very important aspects.
ognizes but our intellect may not comprehend. body language, or any other conversation tactics I was not offended by Corrie’s take on the situation, I felt it was very two-sided; however, I do
When in conversation, a person’s mouth may be for that matter. But, if you can master the art of feel that Dr. Schiff and the other professors who are upset should understand not how the athletic
articulating a message that completely contradicts conversation my applause to you, but for those department feels towards the subject, but how we, the athletes, feel.
what his or her body is communicating, or vice that can just as efficiently communicate without I myself am one such student-athlete, and if I was not I would not be at this school. While I
versa. words, bravo. believe that Mercyhurst is a fine and prestigious college that offers its students a well-rounded
It is through posture, hand gestures and facial education, it is small and not well-known by the general population.
expressions that the human body’s language is ex- Along with being an athlete I am not from the tri-state area of Ohio, New York or Pennsylvania,
pressed. Body language gives you hints into what which is a very big deal considering how many people are from this area that go to Mercyhurst.
Way down in Oklahoma, my own stomping ground, when I inform people that I go here, they
think I am going to a convent; my point being, and, yes, I do have a point, is that it is athletics, not

The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly academics, that first attracted me to this school.
Yes, I want to get a fabulous education, and, yes, we are here primarily for the education; however,
if you start requiring student-athletes to miss competitions to attend class it will no longer be a
By Katie Tillman school that wants good athletes.
Contributing writer Missing class is difficult and difficult to make up. There is no greater teaching tool than the
classroom environment, but the competition that athletes get on the field, court, pool or lake is
something that the classroom cannot and does not offer us. If I didn’t row I wouldn’t be the student
The Good I am today. Sports offer structure to the otherwise structureless life of a college student.
I understand that it has to be difficult and frustrating for professors who are here to teach, but
Another week has passed, by and midterms are looming. People are managing even though the you need to understand that college is not just about learning what is found in books and on the
homework is starting to pile up. The general response to “how are you doing?” has gone from chalkboard. College is about becoming educated in all aspects of that word. I want to become a
“I’m OK” to “I’m surviving.” I hope this remains that way for the student’s sake. well-rounded person and sports are just one of the many tools to help me achieve that goal.
Good news for busy students is that the reference service hours are from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. It is my belief that if Mercyhurst decides to make drastic changes concerning its policy towards
Monday through Thursday. On Friday they are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Sunday, it’s from 6 p.m.- athletes it will lose a lot of us, especially incoming candidates. It is important to note that much
10 p.m. It might come in handy for research papers and needing special articles for those picky of our diversity, the little there is here, is due to our athletic programs.
teachers . . . since we all have at least one of them. Half of the rowing team is from Canada, and probably a larger percent of the men and women’s
Another bit of good news is that a traditional dance took place, the Shanghai Nights formal. hockey team is from our Northern friend as well. The soccer team brings in many athletes from
Students spent $15 to dress up and to enjoy an evening of dancing and drinks. I wouldn’t be Ireland and Britain. There is a girl from Hawaii that came here to dance. Both Switzerland and
surprised if people are still reeling from this event. Students screamed as if they have never seen Bulgaria are represented. Furthermore, there are many states that would not be as represented
a school bus before. without the help of athletes including Michigan, Connecticut and, yes, my dear Oklahoma.
Our school is constantly criticized for its lack of diversity, by some of the same professors com-
The Bad plaining about athletes; if we make it more difficult for student-athletes we will lose some of the
little diversity we have. And I, for one, would not encourage that.
Now onto the campus bad news. According to the Mercyhurst Student Government, parking is Furthermore, I will say that leaving the GLIAC conference would also be another drastic mistake,
still a major problem. This year, freshmen are not allowed to have cars at all. For those who have because I along with many of my fellow athletes came to this school because it is Division II; for
been here a few years, this is the first for the campus freshmen. The campus streets still remain many it is the exact size we want to compete in.
crowded with student cars. Commuters still need a place to park, as well. It is a running joke that When deciding to play sports in college the first decision that has to be made is size. It is a very
if the city started to collect parking tickets, they could fund their deficit. difficult and complicated choice and not taken lightly by most. Thus, by going to DIII you could
By the time this week’s issue of the newspaper is published, homecoming nominations will be also potentially lose some athletes
over with. Personally, I’ve had trouble deciding whether this belongs in the good or ugly section. I realize what we are looking for is a happy balance, but benching athletes because they miss
To a few people I asked, the words “homecoming king & queen” bring back memories of high too much class will be a mistake I don’t think this school can afford. While I am not saying that
school, cliché, and popularity contests. It is my hope that the homecoming has advanced to mean student-athletes have to be given lots of special privileges, like being passed for classes they didn’t
something more than another silly high school tradition. complete, I am saying sometimes exceptions should be made, like outside tutoring by the profes-
sors to make up those missed classes.
The Ugly It is my impression that there is a fundamental disagreement between the professors and myself.
As I understand it, they believe we are defined by what we learn in the classroom; however, I view
As more freshmen are accepted each year, the amount of housing available remains the same. college in an all encompassing perspective that includes things not found between four walls and
This means more students crammed into what seems to be increasingly smaller spaces. The Mercy twenty-four desks.
Suites are reported to have six people in what were once five-person suites. The great Wayne A certain poetry professor informed me that letters to the editor usually fail, because of how they
upset caused two people to be squeezed into the tiny second bedroom when they were once are written. I am not trying to pick a fight, and I do not want to personally offend anyone.
comfortable triples. As tradition stands in the other Briggs and Lewis apartments, four people In writing this article I simply want to explain how I, a student-athlete from a state with low rep-
are still crammed into a space made for three. In my opinion, we should be extremely jealous of resentation, feel about athletics at Mercyhurst. I am sorry that our presence seems to upset some
those lucky enough to live in the Lewis townhouses. But of course, their situation is always up people, but without us Mercyhurst would be lacking.
for change in the future.
This concludes this week’s article. Goodbadugly05@hotmail.com is the outlet available for Sincerely,
campus rants and praises, please take advantage of it. Chelsea Boothe

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ENTERTAINMENT To contact: entertainmentmerciad@mercyhurst.edu

tHe Multi-platinum star performs at PAC


BuZz Award-winning singer, songwriter Anne Hampton Callaway to perform this Saturday
SEPT. 29. Coheed and clude Clive Davis, Carly Simon at least once a year all the world
By Christina Ferranti
Cambria, Blood Broth- and Wynton Marsalis. leaders would have to sing or
Contributing Writer
ers. Club Zoo (formerly The diversity of her song lyr- play songs together on some
Metropol), Pittsburgh. ics and the emotion with which kind of instrument and listen
Award-winner and multi-plati- she performs each one of her to each other, really connecting
SEPT. 30. Live. House of num singer and songwriter, Ann songs will keep the audience on that heart level that music
Blues, Cleveland. Hampton Callaway, brings her intently listening to the overall demands.
inspiring performance to Mer- messages portrayed throughout Wouldn’t it be fun to see them
SEPT. 30. Oasis, Jet, Kasa- cyhurst College Saturday, Oct. her works. on one giant stage performing
bian. Blossom Music Cen- 1 at 8 p.m. Many people know Ann ‘I’ll Be Seeing You’ or ‘You’ve
ter, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. She will dazzle audiences with Hampton Callaway as the wom- Got A Friend?’”
her three-octave voice, her beau- an who wrote and sang the This is an expression of how
SEPT. 30. United We Funk tiful piano-playing abilities and a theme song to “The Nanny,” passionately she feels about sing-
All-Stars with members powerful set of lyrics. the television series starring Fran ing and striving towards a better
of Dazz Band, SOS, Con- A native of Chicago, she Drescher. world for everyone to live in.
funkshun. Palace Theatre, comes from quite a talented But, her repertoire consists Surely this is a sentiment that
Cleveland. background. of much more, including songs can be appreciated especially
Callaway’s mother, Shirley, is a all the way from Ella Fitzgerald considering the current times
SEPT. 30. World Famous distinguished voice teacher and to Duke Ellington to Van Mor- of turmoil the country is expe-
Lipizzaner Stallions. Tullio singer, her father is the illustrious rison. Plus, her own work is a riencing.
Arena, Erie. On sale at Tul- television journalist John Calla- display of upbeat jazz and pop This performance is guaran-
lio Arena box office, Tick- way and her sister is among the music. teed to put you in the right mood
etmaster outlets, by phone most celebrated singer-actresses Callaway bases her lyrics and and will emulate the perfect eve-
at 452-4857 or 456-7070. on Broadway. style of music upon the founda- ning of serenity with a blend of
She has performed with re- tion of peace in the world. dynamic, vivacious music.
OCT. 1. Nintendo Fusion nowned pop icon Carole King Her concerns lay with world This event’s pricing is as fol-
Photo courtesy of the PAC
Tour with Fall Out Boy, and has captivated such a wide peace and singing about unity. To lows: Mercyhurst Student with
Singer and songwriter Callaway will performs on Saturday.
Starting Line, Motion City variety of fans including Barbra her, unity should be “something ID: $15.00, Gold Circle: $30.00,
Soundtrack, Boys Night Streisand, who covered a few of to recognize.” Adult: $25.00, Senior and Stu-
Out, Panic at the Disco. Ann’s songs. Callaway is quoted saying, “Be- breathe together, play together est moments of music. I had dents: $20.00, President’s Card:
Tower City Amphitheater, Other well known artists in- ing a musician means spending and be in tune together. a dream recently that a world $20.00 and Youth (15 and un-
Cleveland. a lot of time learning how to What unity there is in the fin- orchestra was created and that der): $15.00.

OCT. 1. Our Lady Peace.


Agora Theatre, Cleveland. Film reveals 1950s’ cinematography
OCT. 1. Vince Gill. Palace
Theatre, Cleveland. ‘The Chorus’ to premiere Wednesday at 2p.m. in Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center
OCT. 2. Dwight Yoakam.
of their interesting antics. up by the reviewer Matthew
House of Blues, Cleve- By Christina Ferranti They group together and rebel Leyland of BBC:
land. Contributing Writer against the school in any way they “A huge hit in its native France,
can devise. period drama ‘The Chorus’ sticks
OCT. 3. Alien Ant Farm,
This film takes place in France Unfortunately for them, the to a familiar songsheet: the one
April 6, From Satellite,
following the end of World War head of the school is a strict where a kindly teacher (slaphead
Rivalry. House of Blues,
II 1949 at Fond de l’Étang, a man, Rachin, who will stoop musician Gerard Jugnot) slowly
Cleveland.
boarding school for delinquent as to using force to castigate but very surely wins over his
boys. these boys and disapproves of urchin pupils.
OCT. 4. Roger Hoover and
The story focuses on a man anything that relates to the boys Yet, even though all the notes
the Whiskeyhounds. House
who has given up hope on life having fun, including the notion are predictable, the film hits them
of Blues, Cleveland.
and has taken a position at the of the choir. with wit, warmth and gusto.
boarding school. Secretly, the boys continue Centred on the soaring sound
OCT. 4. Sold out. John
This man’s name is Clement with their lessons, become spec- of a boys’ choir, this Oscar nomi-
Mayer Trio, Charlie Sex-
Mathieu and his role is crucial tacular and eventually find their nee may be a school of schlock,
ton.
to amending the lives of these way out of the boarding school but if you’re willing to submit,
deviant youngsters. and into the public scene. it’ll charm your ears and toast
OCT. 4. Queensryche. Pal-
His character embodies that This is an excellent movie for your cockles.”
ace Theater, Greensburg.
of Mr. Holland and combines music lovers and anyone who This movie will play at the
his humor with his yearning to loves dry humor. Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts
OCT. 4. Gang of Four.
compose music. The teacher definitely instills Center on Sept. 28, 2005 at 2 p.m.
Mr. Small’s Theater, Pitts-
So, Mathieu seeks to form the
Photo courtesy of PAC the joys of music in the boys and 8 p.m. Mercyhurst students
burgh. Characters from film, “The Chorus” showing at the PAC
demeaning boys into a choir to without them losing their sense are free with a Mercyhurst ID,
aid in their reform; to do this he of eccentricity and the imminent Adults: $5 Students: $4 and Se-
OCT. 5. Steve Winwood.
bribes them by not turning them fall out of line. the audience has the pleasure of pull towards trouble. nior Citizens: $4.
House of Blues, Cleve-
into the headmaster when they Also, as the movie unravels, getting to know the boys and all This film is perfectly summed
land.

OCT. 5. Cat Empire.


House of Blues (Cam- Book in Review:
bridge Room), Cleveland.

OCT. 5. Built to Spill, Mike


Johnson. Beachland Ball-
‘White Noise’ challenges and satisfies readers
because he probes the multi- and mired in the post-industrial
room, Cleveland. By Ben Alberstadt faceted mystery at the heart world.
Contributing Writer of life. But, the real greatness of
OCT. 6.”Queen: It’s a Kin-
He manages to capture com- the piece is something which
da Magic.” State Theatre,
As an introductory note, pletely the transient brilliance can only be hinted at here.
Cleveland.
this column will feature broad of an instant, in an expression, It reveals itself in the tender
reviews and moderate exposi- turbulent kitchen scene or the space between the reader and
OCT. 6. Robert Fripp. Rex
tions of the work of contem- rhythm of family. the pages.
Theater, Pittsburgh.
porary authors. His supporting characters “I tried to relate it in ‘White
The works showcased will provide penetrating insights, Noise’ to this other sense of
OCT. 7. O.A.R. Bryce Jor-
not necessarily be limited to the and speak tersely from abstract transcendence that lies just
dan Center, State College.
most recent chronologically. realms which few authors are beyond our touch.
Such is the case with the first capable of giving adequate This extraordinary wonder
OCT. 7. Alice Cooper.
to find its way here. voice to. of things is somehow related
Tower City Amphitheater,
Don DeLillo, author of DeLillo seems to have cor- to the extraordinary dread, to
Cleveland.
“White Noise,” is without a nered the mystery of life, and the death fear we try to keep
doubt one of the most im- the human condition, occa- beneath the surface of our
OCT. 7. Trapt. Agora The-
portant American authors of sionally he is even able to pin perceptions,” DeLillo says, in
atre, Cleveland.
today. it down through the voice of discussing his work.
Additionally, he is one of the Jack Gladney, a professor of It is this search for the fleet-
OCT. 8. Aqualung, Parish-
most quintessential American “Hitler Studies” at the fi cti- ing majesty of existence which
ers, Tracy Bonham. House
writers, and his nearly perverse tious, yet archetypical, College- animates White Noise, and it is
of Blues, Cleveland.
interest in American culture on-the-Hill. this sort of magnificence which
and character pulsates as a The work is incredibly read- lies just below the range of au-
OCT. 8. Friends of the
unifying current through his able, yet infinitely deep, as the ditory perception, as it were.
Bob & Tom Show with Pat
works, such as “End Zone” author peppers casual dialogue The subtle current of a di-
Godwin, Dan St. Paul, Tim
and “Underworld.” with existential questioning. vine white noise pulses through
Bedore, Drew Hastings.
His most critically acclaimed, There is a black comedy our modern world, along with
Warner Theatre, Erie.
and perhaps best work is wrapped in the mundane which Photo courtesy of Image.net
the endless flow of information
“White Noise,” which was first is exposed here, through casual and images, and the sledgeham-
OCT. 8. Foo Fighters, Wee- DeLillo tantilizes readers and invokes a search for truth
published in 1985, but is still dialogue and scenes of bril- mer of popular culture, but
zer, Kaiser Chiefs. Wolstein
fresh and engaging some 20 liance. rather than turn away from the
Center at CSU, Cleveland.
years removed. Sometimes the two exist as Death is always waiting in the nominator of this the human latter, DeLillo embraces the
DeLillo himself says that the polar opposites, as would be wings, off-stage left, as it were, drama, and having done such, component part.
OCT. 9. Alice Cooper.
work is searching for the “radi- discussions about rain and sun- during the drama. the author is free to reveal as The resultant, and seemingly
Warner Theatre, Erie.
ance in dailiness.” shine, and still yet sometimes Indeed Gladney seems ob- little or as much as he likes, incompatible whole is what he
Throughout the book he the two become merged, and sessed with it, “Who will die perhaps cutting to the heart of works out in his text, indeed in
OCT. 9. Rob Thomas.
achieves a sort of aesthetic in this synthesis of the ordinary first?” He asks himself, eyeing the matter, or perhaps traipsing all his texts, and its resonance,
Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh.
luminosity with his writing, and the spectacular. his wife as she settles down gracefully across the surface and removal from temporality,
not necessarily because of the DeLillo seems to be at his to bed. then ending the chapter. stems from the fact that it is
Schedule courtesy of
virtuosity of his prose, which best, achieving transcendence It is this slow and gentle pulse As a work of literature, the our task also, on this our shared
GoErie.com
is more than competent, but rather than romantic melo- which captivates the reader, it story is excellent, well written stage of life.
drama. is after all, the common de- and contained, entertaining
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ENTERTAINMENT
‘Fables, Foibles and Fairy Tales’ enchants
Cronin’s Erie Art Museum exhibit combines fantastical tales with the solidity of bronze
be viewed through the title of
By Melissa Brandt one piece, “pigfreed and boy”
A & E Editor which is meant to mirror famed
animal trainers, Sigfreid and
“Fables Foibles and Fairy Roy.
Tales,” by Susan Read Cronin, Again the relationship between
transports viewers back into animal and man is represented
childhood days with memories through her sculptures.
of Mother Goose and family A well known piece, “Sumo
stories that passed from one Snail,” is filled with irony when
generation to the next. considering both the characteris-
The quaint bronzed statues tics of snails and Japanese sumo
set the stage for an Alice-esque wrestlers as well as being very
journey down the rabbit hole humorous in composition.
into factious reverie. Other bronzed characters
Cronin’s art is not just a ve- featured by Cronin include black
hicle for reminiscence. On the birds in a magpie, a stylized
contrary, many of the statues jack-in-the-box and even a cow
depict a unique relationship depicted gleefully waiting to be
between the lines that separate rocketed over a moon.
humanity from savagery. It is a great exhibit for those
Many statues focus on food who enjoy simple pleasures,
and depict several animals, Cronin’s display is not, how-
mainly squirrels or rabbits, tak- ever, for the admirer looking for
ing painstaking measures to eat bells and whistles in an artistic
with human utensils. setting.
Here the viewer is able to see The depictions, while humor-
the human connection to nature ous and possibly metaphorical
through animals, and maybe lack the fanciful color or presen-
even suggests a certain comical tation that her collection theme
statement about the unques- may suggest.
tioned superiority of humans. The exhibit’s presentation is
Cronin’s bronzed statues also simple as are the pieces as a
employ both pun and “human whole.
folly” in her art to convey vari- This exhibit will be on display Melissa Brandt/ A & E Editor

ous messages. at the Erie Art Museum until Cronin’s “Sumo Snails” and “Second Thoughts” bronzed statues are on display at the Erie Art Museum through October.
Such an instance of pun can Oct. 30.

Reality in the Reel:


‘Brothers Grimm’ combines reality and nightmare
is equally successful in developing pable of writing their tales in this
By Melissa Brandt a sense of human relationship. psychological manner purposely,
A & E Editor Much of the movie concen- if not subconsciously.
trates on stigmas of the time: They published, “Children’s
The movie, “The Brothers inequities of the female and their and Household Tales,” in 1812,
Grimm,” takes viewers through possession of mysterious power, with a second volume in 1814.
a fanciful world of imagination hardships and hatred towards Their tales are famous for
and morbid realities. the French (as they occupied creeping into the darker elements
The two main characters, Matt Germany in the film’s setting) of human nature, secondary only
Damon and Heath Ledger, battle and overall distrust of what was to the evil that supposedly exists
through their own person de- unknown. on its own.
mons as well as those created by The various plot details that The film succeeds in holding
the darker side of the mind. won’t be divulged hint that the truth to Grimms’ penchant for
The film presents the Grimm director, Terry Gilliam, may have gore, and simultaneously their
brothers as two con-artists, deftly been familiar with the theory trend for revealing happy end-
dealing out magical remedies to presented by Bruno Bettelheim ings. It is also, at the core, a
the 19th century world’s com- (author of “Uses of Enchant- lighthearted escape from reality
mon fears: witches, curses and ment”) who believed Grimms’ with minimal trite dialogue and
the French. fairy tales were actually Freudian several witty quips.
The haphazard pair scrambles, myths. Overall, I would recommend
seemingly without logic, to towns In effect, the film definitely this movie for anyone whose
creating a reputation and expend- explores the human psyche as interest is piqued by the Grimm
able income. well as what lies in the deep dark brothers’ tales or even just the
While the film does a com- corners of ancient forests. slightly unusual mysteries of
mendable job of merging togeth- The real brothers Grimm, Ja- KRT Photo
life and humanity that intersect
er different tales from Little Red kob and Wilhelm Grimm, were Matt Damon and Heath Ledger star in Terry Gilliam’s “The Brothers Grimm.”
our lives.
Ridding Hood to Snow White, it well educated and certainly ca-

Forward Hall showcases Adams receives glowing ‘Family Guy’


the Blood Brothers review for newest release DVD release
to support their fourth and lat- where.
By Melissa Brandt and By Joe Fidago By Billy O’Keefe
est release, “Crimes.” “Crimes” In fact, it tells the story of Ad-
Eric Haak Contributing Writer Knight Ridder Newspapers
is a 13 song post-punk power ams’ being in a bar and the girls
Contributing Writers
album. that he meets.
Forward Hall Concert Club, Alternating between soft The second of three planned It leads into the next track, The “Family Guy” movie is, for
one of Erie’s local concert ven- piano passages and brutal guitar releases for Ryan Adams & The “The End,” perfectly. all intents and purposes, a very
ues, offers a unique view into the riffs with screaming vocals, the Cardinals in 2005, “Jacksonville “The End” tells the story of long episode of “Family Guy.”
music scene. band avoids becoming predict- City Nights,” slightly tweaks how the city of Jacksonville has The subtitle doesn’t lie: We re-
“We showcase everything from able. the formula used in his spring played tricks on Ryan’s mind for ally do find out what is to become
indie rock to blues to jam rock,” Vocalists Jordan Blilie and release, “Cold Roses.” long enough and he is now going of Stewie.
says manager David Nieratko. Johnny Whitney croon and That album was a surefire hit to end them once and for all. The caustic-tongued and ma-
The shows at Forward Hall scream their way through the for any Deadheads out there, The topic of heartbreak is not niacal but well-spoken infant
cater to a more alternative taste. songs with such proficiency where this one will connect an unusual one in Adams’ song- who is easily the show’s funniest
Forward Hall Concert Club is that it’s easy to miss the actual more to country fans – not Ras- writing, any long-time listener and most inventive character.
more than just a concert venue. lyrics. cal Flatts country mind you, but can attest to that. But Stewie’s story is predict-
It features a bar for over 21 Some people may wish they Hank Williams style country. His song “Dear John” is a ably bundled inside the usual
audiences and special activities had missed them. “Jacksonville City Nights” hails duet with Norah Jones, so if you suitcase of hijinks, pop culture
during the week. Like their earlier efforts, Crimes from alternative country roots, haven’t been able to put a finger lampoons and giggidy giggidy
Every Tuesday they offer the creates a surreal lyrical landscape accompanying a slightly rockish on what Ryan Adams sounds like giggidy goos.
stage for open microphone per- of violent imagery. However, sound with untraditional somber up to now, the appearance of Halfway in, you might find
formances. don’t think this is noise for the lyrics. this musician for the duet should yourself wondering where the
Every Thursday is pirate night, sake of making noise. This album goes back to Ad- help you. plot even went (and furthermore,
where Forward Hall Concert Songs like “Trash Flavored ams’ sound when he was in While this album may be clas- whether it’s going to come back
Club offers “the best of today’s Trash” contain scathing critiques Whiskeytown, considered to be sified as a Country/Western or not).
Indie Rock and the area’s finest of modern society delivered in one of the alt-country greats album, it is much more accessible But that’s par for the “Family
House DJ’s.” an attention grabbing juxtaposi- along with Wilco. than one if you aren’t a country Guy” course, and if you like the
Stage Right, a section of the tion of beauty and brutality. This ability to seamlessly tran- fan. show, you’ll certainly enjoy the
venue, allows for audiences to The Silent Press and Tomor- scend genres is one of Adams’ Followers of Jeff Buckley or extended version, lost potential
purchase beverages and food row Is Forever will be opening strong points. David Gray can appreciate this or not.
during the performance. for The Blood Brothers. He has made songs that fall into disc. DVD Extras include: Seth
“We have all age shows in ad- Tickets to the show are 12 categories ranging from bluegrass “Jacksonville City Nights” is an MacFarlane commentary, un-
dition to over 21, there’s really dollars at the door. (most of the “Heartbreaker” album definitely worth checking censored audio track, animatic,
something for everyone,” says The show promises to be well album) to MTV rock (his song out, as well as discography. previews.
Nieratko. worth the price of admission– “New York, New York”) and With Ryan Adams possessing `Family Guy Presents Stewie
On Wednesday, Sept. 28, The The Blood Brothers claim that everything in between. the ability to play so many differ- Griffin: The Untold Story’ re-
Blood Brothers will be playing the shorter songs on Crimes are The first track, “A Kiss Before ent types of music, everyone can leased Sept. 27, 2005.
at the club. designed to enhance their ability I Go,” sounds like it should find something they like.
The Seattle quintet is touring to perform them on stage. be playing in a barroom some-
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SPORTS To contact: sportsmerciad@mercyhurst.edu

Things in the NFL never get old


By Matt Jackson
Co-sports editor COMMENTARY
The National Football League man Green.
(NFL) is entering week four and • Daunte Culpepper was final-
has left many fans scratching ly able to perform his annoying
their heads. “get your roll on” arm motions
Here are just a few thoughts without Randy Moss after put-
and highlights of the season so ting up big numbers, much to
far for those of you out there the chagrin of all the fantasy
that have better things to do on owners that benched him after
Sunday than watch football for week two.
eleven hours. I know I don’t. Although did I mention he
• The Cincinnati “Bungles” played the Saints?
are 3-0 and sit at the top of a • Speaking of Randy Moss,
division consisting of two teams wasn’t the Raiders-Eagles match-
that many had considered top up hyped solely around the two
AFC contenders in the pre- most egotistical players in the
season. league in Moss and Owens?
I just wonder how many more One, this doesn’t even make
wins it takes before Browns fans sense considering the two never
from Ohio start telling everyone step foot across the sidelines at
that the Bengals have always the same time.
been their team. Two, Brian Westbrook and
“No, honestly man I’m telling David Akers stole the spotlight in
you. You can ask anyone. I have the end anyway further proving
liked the Bengals since like at that the Eagles can win without
least last Tuesday.” big plays from T.O. and more im-
• Brett Favre and the Packers portantly that Randy Moss can’t KRT Photo
Miami Dolphins coach Nick Saban has been stating his case to those believing he would flop at the NFL level.
dropped to 0-3 with a one-point play defense for the Raiders.
loss to Tampa Bay, but I am go- • Big Ben lost in the regular
season for the first time in his This is where I should admit days at Indiana University. a flat tire. Spurrier came into the NFL a
ing to stay strong in my opinion that I watched the game closely • The Tampa Bay Buccaneers Williams is averaging close to few years back and took a hyped
that Brett Favre is not too old career 23-20 to the Patriots.
How do you add 52 seconds and had no idea of this clock suddenly have an explosive run- 30 carries a game in just his first up team nowhere while Saban, in
to play at a championship level blunder until the following day. ning game with Cadillac Williams professional season. his first year away from LSU, has
in the NFL. to the clock and have it unno-
ticed by two of the supposedly Of course, this blunder would proving he is the real deal. • Nick Saban is proving to be the left-for-dead Dolphins out
His team just flat out stinks. have been irrelevant had Ant- Jon Gruden looks like a genius the exact opposite of Steve Spur- to a surprising 2-1 start. Is it too
They can’t play defense, have smartest and best coaches in the
NFL in Bill Belicheck and Bill waan Randle El not had flash- for the draft pick but may be just rier which is a good thing for all early to make coach of the year
no go-to receiver, and have an backs of his quarterback option weeks away from Cadillac getting the Miami Dolphins fans. nominations?
overrated running back in Ah- Cowher?

Field hockey almost upsets No. 3 Kutztown in 1-0 loss


from the Athletic Department as Smith stopped eight shots in
By Chris Van Horn
they named her the Mercyhurst goal for the Lakers.
Contributing writer
Female Athlete of the Week on At the mid-point of their sea-
Monday, Sept. 26. son, the Lakers feel like they can
The Mercyhurst field hockey Her eight goals, good for 16 improve a lot more in their final
team earned a split in back- points, puts her in the team lead ten games.
to-back games last Friday and in that category as well. “We’re very pumped up for the
Saturday. Sophomore Erin Kelleher rest of the season, and we feel
The win was the Lakers’ third and junior Vanessa Mourey like we are headed in a positive
of the season. However, the loss were credited with assists in direction in the last half of the
was their seventh. the Lakers’ victory while junior season,” Julie Smith said.
At the halfway point of their goaltender Julie Smith stopped Up next on the schedule for the
season, the Lady Lakers are still five shots. Lady Lakers are two road games.
looking for some consistency. On Saturday the Lakers lost On Sept. 29 the Lakers head to
The Lakers beat St. Francis by a heartbreaker to No. 3 Kutz- Houghton for their final game of
a score of 3-2 in overtime on town, who came into the game the month.
Friday afternoon. with a record of 8-2, by a score The team is now 3-7 on the
Junior Lauren MacEllven of 1-0. season, with all but one loss com-
scored all three goals for the The teams went into the half ing at home.
Lakers, and upped her team lead- tied at 0-0 but Kutztown man- The Lakers then begin the
ing goal total to eight. aged a goal in the 50th minute month of October at Seton Hill
MacEllven’s play was good and held the advantage for the on Oct. 1.
Katie McAdams/Photo editor
enough to earn her recognition rest of the way.
Junior Lauren MacEllven scored three goals in the 3-2 win against St. Francis.

Women’s tennis excels at ITA


Championship, GLIAC up next
By Kelly Oldach
Contributing writer

When asked how the season


was going so far for the women’s
tennis team, head coach Ray Yost
simply said, “Excellent!”
With a record of 5-2 and
their recent conference win
over Ashland, it looks as though
Mercyhurst is doing very well
this season.
“We’re beating who we’re sup- File Photo File Photo

posed to and we even snuck out Senior Natalie Paparella Junior Jamie Sutyak
a win over Michigan Tech,” Yost II Championship at North- State, 9-7, and the Daly/McLean
continued. wood University, where Paparella team also lost to a team from
“We’ve had three 5-4 matches became the first woman ever Northwood, 8-2.
and won two of them, which to advance to the third round Putting those losses behind
shows that we’re mentally tough. when she won a pair of singles them, Mercyhurst is looking
We’ve also been on the road for matches. ahead to the next two weeks.
four weeks straight so it’s good Unfortunately, in the follow- Included in their schedule are
to be home,” he said. ing round, Paparella lost to a four big GLIAC matches against
Besides the incredible record, sophomore from Northwood Grand Valley State, Ferris State,
what makes this season so “excel- 4-6, 6-3, 11-9. Findlay and rival Wayne State.
lent” in Yost’s mind? Paparella said, “I had two Yost stated, “GLIAC is tougher
He says, “Although tennis an match points. I just couldn’t close than nails. Next week the tough
individual game, it’s really a team it. It was a tough match.” stuff starts.”
effort this year. No. one is just as Even though Paparella seemed The top eight teams from the
important as No. six and there are upset with the loss, Coach Yost conference will advance to re-
no big standouts.” was pleased with her efforts. gionals so winning these matches
This year’s senior captain, Nata- “It’s very difficult to get as far will be key.
lie Paparella, and junior teammate as Natalie did in the regionals and Sutyak said, “We’ve made re-
Jamie Sutyak agree. she did well.” gionals the last two years and
They said, “We have more team Mercyhurst also advanced two we really want to do that again
unity this year than last year. doubles teams of Paparella and this year.”
When we’re on the road it helps Sutyak, and sophomore Jennifer Yost took that idea one step
having a good bond.” Daly paired with newcomer Jac- further saying, “We have a great
A few weeks ago Mercyhurst lyn McLean. group of girls here. Our hopes
participated in the annual ITA The Paparella/Sutyak team are to make it all the way to
Great Lakes Women’s Division fell to a team from Grand Valley nationals.”
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Athletics launches new Website
It’s just that both the Infor-
By Brady Hunter mation Technology and Sports
Contributing writer Information departments had
taken the site as far as they could.
Well sports fans, strap on Realizing this, they decided to
those carpal-tunnel-syndrome- contract an outside source.
preventing wrist braces, because The agreement was reached in
Mercyhurst is now privileged to early June, and CSTV Online got
showcase a brand new athletics’ to work quickly.
Website. By Aug. 22, the new site was
This summer, our Athletics launched.
Department agreed on a three- Leisering explains the impor-
year contract with a company tance of Pete Russo, Director
called CSTV Online. of Athletics at Mercyhurst Col-
The company took over the lege, “[He] listened to my sales
athletics site and moved it to an pitch over the summer, and was
external site. willing to take a chance. All this
CSTV Online is considered couldn’t have occurred without
‘the best of the best’ when it his support.”
comes to working with college The Website has some useful
and university athletic depart- new features, such as an “Up-
ments. coming Events” calendar out-
The company contains more lining the sports events for the
than 200 sites in its network, and upcoming week, a “Latest News”
prides itself on interactive func- area describing the biggest and
tions, quality of presentation and latest Mercyhurst sports news
timely, accurate information. and another section devoted to
One of the people who was key important headlines from each
in bringing this new Website to in-season sport.
fruition was John Leisering, Di- And all of that is just on the
rector of Sports Information. home page.
According to Leisering, Athlet- Additionally, there is no more
ics receives roughly 45 percent waiting for the Sports Informa-
of all the hits the Mercyhurst tion staff to upload pictures onto
Website regularly gets, so we in Websites, allowing quicker gen- The new athletics website has been up and running since August 22.
the department wanted to do eration of player/team profiles,
everything possible to make our as well as news articles. field hockey, men’s and women’s For any worried about the “live Leisering says. coaches, other Sports Infor-
site as attractive, informative and In the works, there is also a soccer and men’s and women’s stats” provided by the old sites So how has the new site been mation Directors, etc., all of
user friendly as possible.” “live stats” system for certain lacrosse,” Leisering explains. for other teams, have no fear, received thus far? whom expressed very favorable
Many people are afraid of sports. “Once the IT Depart- “The IT department is also “Since the basketball table and Who better to ask than the man opinions.”
change, and may ask, “What was ment concludes its work in the making the baseball press box hockey press box are already hearing the feedback? The new Website can be ac-
wrong with the old site?” football press box, we will be able Internet capable so home base- Internet capable, we will be able Leisering remarks, “I’ve had cessed at the following address:
Depending on who you ask, to display ‘live stats’ on our Web- ball games in the spring will have to provide ‘live stats’ for those calls and/or e-mails from alums, http://hurstathletics.colleges-
nothing was horribly wrong. site for such sports as football, ‘live stats’ as well,” he said. home events as well in 2005-06,” parents, faculty, student athletes, ports.com/.

Men’s tennis reaches new heights in Great Lakes ITA Regionals


victories for the Lakers in dou- more pleased about his team’s to beat but our guys will play as
By Chris Van Horn bles matches. performance this fall. hard as they can,” coach Yost
Contributing writer On the second day of compe- “I’m excited because that was stated.
tition Mariano Fava reached the the furthest our team has ever Yost also said that his foursome
The Mercyhurst men’s tennis semifinals of singles competition gotten in the ITA competition, of Fava, Marnik, Hersh, and
team has a lot to be happy about with a victory over Kyle Klinge and our record (3-0) has me Krasowski are “tough as nails”
as they enter the final week of of Grand Valley State 7-5, 6-3. very excited for the spring time,” and should be tough to beat
their fall season. Fava’s feat marked the first time Yost said. when the Lakers resume play in
The team is undefeated in a Laker had reached the semifi- Yost speaks of experience, February.
match play and recently put on nals in the competition. because this is season No. 11 of For Fava and Hersh, the losses
the best showing of any Mer- Fava fell in the semifinals to his Mercyhurst career, as a coach in the tournament were their first
cyhurst tennis team at the ITA No. 3 seed Omar Iaalej of Drury of both the men’s and women’s of the year.
Championships, held on Sept. in straight sets, 6-1, 7-6. teams. Fava is 5-1 in singles play,
23 and 24. File Photo File Photo Krasowski and Marnik also The Lakers are not finished yet Hersh is 4-1, and when teamed
The Lakers, who went into the Sophomore Mariano Fava Grad Student Dan Hersh fell in the doubles competition for the fall. together the tandem is 4-1.
competition with a record of Northwood University in Mid- Lee Michael Marnik, senior Lu- to Brenton Bacon and Mark T h e t e am w i l l p l ay o n e The Lakers have also received
3-0, won four of eight singles land, Mich. cas Krasowski, and Dan Hersh. Hammelman of Ferris State by more match against Division I solid play from Marnik’s 4-1 tally
matches on the first day of The singles victories went to The tandem of Marnik and a count of 8-1. Duquesne on Oct. 15. and from Krasowski with a 3-2
competition, which was held at sophomore Mariano Fava, junior Krasowski also picked up two Coach Ray Yost couldn’t be “Duquesne will be really tough rerord.

Men’s and women’s golf both finish second at Behrend Invite


“But I played with a girl that off badly, you just have to say to a score of 89. The course treated far a strong junior class has led The men’s team travels to
By Brady Hunter shot a 77. yourself, ‘No more.” players from both teams well, as the team, with Craig Bishop play- South Haven, Michigan this week
Contributing writer “Playing with someone doing Senior Hilary McCall logged an nearly every player bested his or ing especially well. At the Clarion to participate in the NCAA Re-
that well just makes you focus. 84, while fellow senior Amy Nat- her season average. Invitational on Sept. 19, Bishop gional Qualifier, and the women’s
Both the men’s and women’s You start paying attention to all alie came out with an 84. Fresh- The men’s team may be more took home individual medalist team will compete at the North-
golf teams took second out of the little things.” On her slow men Alanna Kirwan and Kaitlin evenly distributed when it comes honors with a three-under total wood and Findlay Invitationals
four teams in their respective start, she added, “When you start Brody each concluded play with to class representation, but thus of 141. at the end of the week.
competitions last Thursday at
the Penn State Behrend Invita-
tional.
The event was held at Peek
‘n Peak and the finishes were
among the best this season for
both teams.
Leading the men’s team was
junior Kevin Binsell, who fin-
ished with a 73. Behind Binsell
was junior Tim Falkner (75) and
senior Matt McKinney (78).
Sophomore Ryan McNutty
and freshman Ben Deets logged
scores of 80 and 81, respec-
tively.
The team finished with 306
strokes, a formidable distance be-
hind first-place Gannon (283).
The race for second was tight;
however, the Lakers edged out
Daemen and Terra Community
College by one stroke.
The women’s team enjoyed
similar success, each of their
five leaders shooting significantly
lower than their season average.
The women, who collectively
shot 332, finished 25 strokes
behind Allegheny, but defeated
Gannon (344) and Pitt-Bradford
(385).
Sophomore Jenny Halinda led
the charge with a remarkable 79.
Said Halinda, “I honestly started
off really badly. I thought it was
going to be a bad day.
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Laker Sports “Quick Hits”


Volleyball cold after red-hot start
hitting the ball out of bounds (or
This Weeks Results... By Paul Coffey in the net) and being penalized
Contributing writer for net calls more than twice as
Men’s golf.............................Sept. 22, 2 of 4 at Penn St. Behrend
Sept. 25 15 of 20 NCAA Regional Qualifier often as its opponents.
So what happened? The Mer- It is not impossible to win in
Sept. 26 15 of 20 NCAA Regional Qualifier cyhurst women’s volleyball team such a situation, but it is immea-
Women’s golf...........................Sept. 22, 2 of 4 Penn St. Behrend started the season with an as- surably more difficult.
Field hockey..................................Sept. 23, W 3-2 (OT) St. Francis tounding 11-1 overall record The team’s atrocious cumula-
Sept. 24, W 1-0, Kutztown
and a perfect 1-0 mark within tive hitting percentage of 0.144
the GLIAC. does not help matters, either.
Women’s volleyball...............................Sept. 23, L 3-0, Wayne St. They were on their way to a Add to that the increased dif-
Sept. 24, L 3-0, Hillsdale Cinderella-story season. ficulty that comes with facing
Football................................................ Sept. 24, L 33-27, Ferris St. Now, after five consecutive GLIAC teams after a start against
Men’s water polo...................................Sept. 24, W 12-7, Gannon
conference losses, the Lakers rather cushy opponents, and you
are left reeling and looking for have the makings of a drop-off.
Sept. 25, L 11-10, Washington & Jefferson answers. Much of the success of a
Men’s cross country............Sept. 24, 1 of 3, Gannon Invitational After Wayne State’s victory volleyball team depends on the
Women’s cross country....................... Sept. 24, L 26-33, Gannon over the team on Friday, Hills- prowess of its front row.
Women’s tennis.......................................Sept. 25, W 8-1, Ashland
dale was able to come out of the Strong hitting and blocking
Mercyhurst Athletic Center with efforts are crucial to the overall
Women’s soccer.....................................Sept. 25, W 2-1, Edinboro a win as well. performance of a team. Katie McAdams/Photo editor
How could such a promising As their play and their numbers Junior Megan Fargo is second on team with 147 kills.
In the news... start turn into such a quagmire? show, the Lakers do not have a
The answer is simple and one dominant front row as of yet. gin with 251 digs thus far. smart plays.
Bishop & MacEllven Athletes of the Week of the oldest in the history of What they do have is a young, In Saturday’s loss, she notched Wayne State’s three-game win
sport. talented crew willing to put forth 12 digs. on Friday (30-20, 30-25, 30-23)
Junior golfer Craig Bishop The team is simply shooting every last ounce of effort in their Also putting forth a strong de- and Hillsdale’s Saturday victory
and junior field hockey player itself in the foot. bodies, as junior libero Cara Nel- fensive effort in that match was (30-27, 30-20, 30-22) were cer-
Lauren MacEllvenhave been On the season, the Lakers son can attest. one of those young guns referred tainly disheartening, but cannot
named the Mercyhurst College have more than doubled their “We’re still a young team with to above. be seen as signs of the apoca-
Male and Female Athletes of opponents in several statistical our freshman and sophomores Freshman Jenna Matson, the lypse.
the Week. categories. getting to play a lot.” Nelson team’s offensive leader, racked “We work well as a team.
Unfortunately, each of the noted the troubles that the team up an impressive 17 digs while There’s a good connection there,”
Bishop won the annual Clarion following come with the word has been having at the net, “We senior setter Kari Clapham ac- Nelson said.
University Invitational by two “errors” in their title: hitting lack height up front, so we have cumulated 11. “Our last loss was a ‘good
strokes early in the week, errors, 427 to opponents’ 209, to pick up our defense behind Nelson said of Clapham, “Kari loss’ in a way because we played
carding a two-day total of 141, service errors, 142 to opponents’ them.” being a senior setter, now, she’s a really well against a really good
three-under par. He fired an 64, and blocking errors, 33 to That is one maxim that Nelson smart player.” team. We’re all pretty positive as
even par 72 in the first round, opponents’ 19. has been declaring by example, And that’s just what this team a team,” she said.
then closed with a three-under File Photo This means that Mercyhurst is leading the team by a wide mar- needs: smart players making
Junior Craig Bishop
69.

MacEllven had quite a day last Friday as she scored all three
Mercyhurst goals in a 3-2 overtime win over visiting St. Fran-
cis (Pa.). MacEllven gave the Lakers 1-0 and 2-1 leads in the
Football’s comeback comes up
second half, but saved the best for last when she scored just
16 seconds into the extra session. short at Ferris State in 33-27 loss
Former Lakers join pro ranks not get into a rhythm as much game against the tough defense games of the season.”
By Matt Jackson as they’d like with the changes, of Ashland. Ashland is 2-2 in GLIAC play
Co-sports editor but I don’t think it affects our The opposition is averaging this season, but also has the sec-
Former Mercyhurst standout ice hockey players Nolan Brown
and Mike Kirby were recently acquired by the Lubbock Cotton production. just over 10 points a game against ond-lowest offensive point total
Kings, the defending Southwest Division Champions of the Calvin Kelly continued to put We are fortunate to have three the Ashland defense. in the conference.
Central Hockey League. Brown will be entering his third year up huge numbers in his breakout very talented quarterbacks on our Kickoff is scheduled for 1:30 Mercyhurst beat Ashland last
as a professional following his graduation from the Mercyhurst season for the Mercyhurst Lakers roster, and we have the ability to on Tullio Field, year, 25-14, in Ohio.
program in 2004. Kirby’s season will be his first at the pro ranks football team on Saturday. win with any one of them.” “Our team has a lot of heart,” No starter has been announced
following his four years playing defense for the Lakers. The downside for Kelly and The Lakers will hope to win us- said Egbert, “and I have no for the Lakers, check their web-
the Lakers is that as a team they ing one, or maybe even all three doubt in my mind that we are go- site for details.
Two additional Laker graduates recently signed professional continued to play poor run de- of the quarterbacks this Saturday ing to bounce back and surprise
contracts this past August. Former center Rich Hansen and fense, continued to turn the ball in the school’s homecoming a lot of teams in these last five
forward David Wrigley have signed to continue their careers over, and continued to lose in
at the next level. Hansen signed with Augusta (Ga.) Lynx of their 33-27 loss to the Bulldogs
the East Coast Hockey League. Wrigley has signed with the of Ferris State.
Muskegon Fury of the United Hockey League, a team which Kelly was the playmaker for the
chose him 14th in the first round of the UHL draft. Mercyhurst offense, scoring on
two catches of over 40 yards.
Women’s hockey receives what’s due He had five catches for 101
yards on the game.
At their exhibition contest against Durham this Saturday, the Senior wide receiver John Eg-
women’s ice hockey team will be awarded with their rings for bert played alongside Kelly the
winning the College Hockey America (CHA) Championship as past two seasons and has watched
well as their NCAA Elite Eight rings. The team was selected for him progress as a dominant
the NCAA Playoffs for the first time in school history last year, receiver.
and gave the storied program of Harvard University everything “He has worked unbelievably
they could handle in the semifinal game. hard to get where he is now,” said
Egbert, “and he deserves a lot of
Also in the news from the women’s team is that two of their credit for what he has achieved.
young Canadian stars have been chosen to play for their I think he is as talented as any
countries’ Under-22 National team. Sophomore forward receiver in this league.”
Stephanie Jones and freshman forward Valerie Chouinard Kelly transferred to Mercyhurst
have been selected following their tryouts for the team. The College after playing two seasons
team’s only international competition will be at the Euro- at Erie Community College and
pean Air Canada Cup in Germany from January 1-8, 2006. has fl ourished in his second sea-
son as a Laker.
Laker basketball alums still active in Europe Kelly is only one of 11 men on
the field, though, and his num-
Two of the 2003-04 graduates from the men’s basketball pro- bers have not been enough to get
gram are continuing their careers across the Atlantic, as forward the Lakers that elusive win.
Josh Helm and guard Justin Shouse continue with the game Other players have played
they love. Helm is a forward on the Rotterdam Basketball Club well, but as a team Mercyhurst
in the Netherlands, a team which finished 10-20 last year. In has just not been able to put it
a recent scrimmage against Ohio University, Helm dumped together for a whole game, more
in 33 points and pulled down 17 rebounds. Shouse, an Erie specifi cally their troubles in the
native, will be lacing it up for the Drangur Basketball Club in fi rst halves of games.
Iceland. There he will serve not only as a player, but also as The Lakers are being hand-
the head coach. ily outscored 103-54 in the first
half this season, but seem to be
able to figure the team out after
An exciting weekend ahead
returning from the locker rooms
for the second half.
Homecoming weekend brings a few exciting athletic contests
The Lakers have just three
along with it. The football team continues to search for their
less points, 64-61, than their op-
first win of the season when they host GLIAC rival Ashland.
position in the third and fourth
Kickoff in that game is scheduled for 1:30, with the Homecom-
quarters.
ing King & Queen being announced at halftime.
“We prepare the same way ev-
ery week and we get fired up for
Running counter to that contest will be the women’s ice hockey
every game,” said Egbert.
exhibition against the Durham Lightning, a team which features
One factor believed by many
two former Mercyhurst standouts. Former goalie Desi Clark
to be the cause of the Lakers’
and center Teresa Marchese skate for Durham, a team in the
turnover problem, 17 intercep-
National Women’s Hockey League. Marchese has played in
tions and nine fumbles lost, is the
one game, scoring a goal in the Lightning’s 4-1 win last week-
constant changing of players at
end. Clark did not see action in the team’s opener. The action
the quarterback position.
begins at 2 p.m. in the Mercyhurst Ice Center.
Egbert, who at receiver may
have the best perspective on the
Quick hits are compiled by sports editor Ryan Palm. Any- issue, does not believe this to be
thing worthy of being a “quick hit” should be emailed to the case.
sportsmerciad@mercyhurst.edu. “I guess the quarterbacks might

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